Activist's Calendar
Weekly Summary of Upcoming Berkeley City Meetings with Agenda Highlights
and Community Civic Events
The process for creating the weekly summary of meetings and events includes review of City Council and every Berkeley Board and Commission webpage for upcoming meetings. Every meeting agenda is read and topics of interest are listed. The City Council meeting agendas and the draft agenda for review before the Agenda Committee list every item, not just items of interest. When the listed title of the agenda item is confusing or doesn't relate to the content of the item, a more complete description is substituted. The process for creating the weekly summary starts after the close of City offices on Friday at 5:00 pm. The weekly summary of meetings is usually posted between midnight Friday and 3:00 pm Saturday for the coming week.
On April 29, 2022 the City of Berkeley turned on a new City website https://berkeleyca.gov/. Nearly all of the websites attached to meeting notices prior to April 29, 2022 no longer work and many of the agendas listed in What's Ahead are no longer accessible without a public records request.
Though it can be tedious to scroll through old Weekly Summaries going back to July 17, 2017, this may be the only accessible list of key agenda items from City of Berkeley public meetings.
To Check For Regional Meetings with Berkeley Council Appointees
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/committee-and-regional-body-appointees
To check for Berkeley Unified School District Board Meetings go to
https://www.berkeleyschools.net/schoolboard/board-meeting-information/
To check for Notices of Decision - This website has disappeared with activation of the new City of Berkeley website and no link has been found to update this information. The listing of projects in the appeal period can only be found by looking up each project individually through permits online by address or permit number https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/2022-03/Online-Building-Permits-Guide.pdf
Audio Recordings of City Council Committee Meetings are available and the quality is surprisingly good
Audio Recordings: https://www.dropbox.com/sh/zq7y9dh8dnzxmyr/AAB5RiBjmc_ym-8xpv1e10XOa?dl=0
(Note: A Dropbox account is not required in order to access the MP3 files.)
Holidays and Reduced Service Days are listed at https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-holidays
July 21 - July 28, 2024
Worth Noting:
The 3:30 pm City Council on zoning on middle housing will increase density in residential zones except Panoramic Hill which is rated ES-R = Environmental Safety-Residential (“exceptionally vulnerable to severe damage or destruction from fire and earthquake hazards”) Note that some property owners are reporting “density” as a listed reason for being denied renewal of property insurance in the hillside fire zones.
July 30 City Council regular meeting agenda is available for review and comment. The City Council meeting on Ballet Measures for the November election is not posted and expected to be scheduled for the afternoon of July 30.
The City Council summer recess is from July 31 – September 9, 2024.
At the bottom are the directions for getting on or off the email list for the Activist’s Calendar and Activist’s Diary. For how to make the most out of ZOOM with closed captioning, zoom transcripts, saving CHAT and converting YouTube to a transcript go to https://tinyurl.com/3jau6ym8
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, July 21, 2024 – no city meetings or events found
Monday, July 22, 2024
CITY COUNCIL Meeting at 3 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1608742239
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 874 2239
AGENDA: 1. Conference with Legal Counsel – anticipated workers’ comp litigation, 2. Conference with Legal Counsel – anticipated litigation claim of Paul Wescott, 3. Appointment of Director of HHCS, 4. Conference with Legal Counsel – anticipated litigation related to City of Grants Pass, Oregon v. Johnson SCOTUS ruling, 5. Conference with Real Property Negotiators, lease and terms 1001 University Berkeley Food Network, 6. Conference with Real Property Negotiators and Legal Counsel anticipated litigation, lease and terms, 3201 Adeline, Black Repertory Group, 7. Conference with Labor Negotiators employee organizations: Berkeley Fire Fighters Association Local 1227 I.A.F.F., Berkeley Fire Chiefs Local 1227 I.A.F.F., Berkeley Police Association, SEIU 1021 Community Services and Part-time Recreation Activity Leaders, SEIU 10121 Maintenance and Clerical, Public Employee Union Local 1, Unrepresented Employees.
https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-closed-meeting-eagenda-july-22-2024
HOMELESS SERVICES PANEL of EXPERTS Special Meeting at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center,
AGENDA: 8. Transfer of $549,785 previously allocated for acquisition of Insight Housing’s Russell House to Insight Housing’s Dwight Way shelter for rehab funds, 9. SCOTUS Grants Pass decision.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/homeless-services-panel-experts
Tuesday, July 23, 2024
SOLANO AVENUE BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT ADVISORY BOARD at 11 am
In-Person: at 1849 Solano
AGENDA: 4. Financial update, 5. Traffic safety at Solano/Colusa intersection, relationship with North Shattuck Association, 6. Public comment.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/solano-avenue-business-improvement-district-advisory-board
CITY COUNCIL – Location and ZOOM for back to back council meetings
Note: the same in-person location and ZOOM login are used for all Three City Council Meetings at 3:30 pm, 5:30 pm and 6 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1600197323
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 019 7323
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
3:30 pm - CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting – Middle Housing Zoning
AGENDA: Klein, Planning – changing zoning in residential neighborhoods across the city to increase density - Zoning Ordinance and General Plan Amendments Relating to Middle Housing. Adopt the first reading amending BMC Title 23 for the purposes of encouraging development of middle housing in areas currently zoned R-1, R-1A, R-2, R-2A and MU-R (“low-density residential districts”)
R-1 = single-family residential, R1-A = limited two family residential, R2 = two-family residential, R2A = Restricted multiple family residential, small multiple family and garden-type apartment structures, MU-R = mixed-use residential
5:30 - CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting – Amending Loan Agreement - Dee Williams-Ridley
AGENDA: 1. Arreguin – One item - Amending the loan agreement for former City Manager Dee Williams-Ridley to deduct the loan repayment principal by $200,000 to $460,000, “reduce interest from 3% to 0% until July 17, 2027”
6 pm - CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting
AGENDA: Use the link and choose the html option to review agenda items with links to documents or pdf to see the entire packet or go to the end of this email for a quick look at posted regular meeting agendas.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Wednesday, July 24, 2024
ENVIRONMENT and CLIMATE COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 7. Local Hazard Mitigation Plan (LHMP). Includes link to presentation to June 26 Disaster & Fire Safety Commission.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/environment-and-climate-commission
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Russell, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library
AGENDA: 6. Presentations, Discussion, Action: a0 San Pablo Specific Plan, b) Revised Design of Artwork for West Service Center by Lara Kaur, c) Cube Space ProposalSept – Nov, d) Individual Artist, Project Grant Awards, e) Grantmaking process, f) Council referral for Amendments to the Public Art on Private Development Ordinance and Budget referral for Fee Nexus Study, g) Quarterly art report, h) Grants funded quarterly Festivals Report, i) Evaluation of New Parkway Theatre for use of cultural or arts space intended for performing arts on Center Street.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD (PAB) at 6:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2020 Milvia, Suite 250
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82653396072
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 826 5339 6072
AGENDA: 3. Public comment on agenda and non-agenda items, 5. Staff report, 6. Chair and Board reports, 7. Chief of Police report, 8. Subcommittee reports, 9. a. Policy complaint, b. Interconnection between Specialized Care Unit and the Berkeley Police Department, c. Board training, 10. Public Comment, 11. Closed Session.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
Thursday, 25, 2024
COMMUNITY HEALTH COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 5. Local Hazard Mitigation Plan, 6. Letter from community member concerning wood burning.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/community-health-commission
MENTAL HEALTH COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, 2nd floor, Poppy Room
AGENDA: 2. MHSA (Mental Health Services Act) FY 2025 Annual Update, 5. Response to Berkeleyside article, “Berkeley returns $400,000 in housing funds meant for homeless hotel”
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/mental-health-commission
ZONING ADJUSTMENT BOARD - cancelled
Friday, July 26, 2024
MOVIES in the PARK: HOW to TRAIN YOUR DRAGON 2 at 8:35 pm
Location: Glendale La Loma Park, 1310 La Loma Avenue
Bring blankets, low-back beach chairs, flashlights for walking home.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/news/summer-evening-movies-berkeley-parks
Saturday, July 27, 2024
MUSIC in the PARK – KIDS JAM from 2 – 4 pm
Location: Frances Albrier Park, 2800 Park Street
Food vendors will be onsite, magician,
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/music-park-kids-jam
Sunday, July 28, 2024 – no city meetings found
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for the Regular Meeting on July 23, 2024 at 6 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1600197323
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 019 7323
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
17. Gilman, HHCS – Substantial Amendments to PY 2018, PY 2019, PY 2020 and PY 2021 Annual Action Plans to Reallocate Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Funding City’s Public Facility Improvement Program 1. Reallocation of $478,500 CDBG from Senior Disabled Loan Rehabilitation Program to Public Facility Improvement Program, 2. Allocate $450,000 of reallocated funds to Insight Housing to 2140 Dwight Way, 3. Allocate $52,775 to Larkin Street Youth Services.
18. Davis, Public Works – North Berkeley BART Transit Oriented Development Bicycle Access Improvements on Virginia Street Bicycle Blvd, adopt one of two resolutions a. 12-foot-wide bikeway or b. 9-foot-wide bikeway (Transportation and Infrastructure Commission recommended 12-foot-wide bikeway) - Removed
19. Lunaparra – Adopt Resolution Approving Peaceful and Lawful Use of the Dwight Triangle as Public Open Space
20. Klein, Planning - LPO NOD: #LMSAP2024-0001 - 8 Greenwood Common
21. Davis, Public Works – Alameda County Transportation Commission Rail Safety Enhancement Program – Phase A
Landmarks Preservation Commission (LPC) – Annual Report
22. Landmarks Preservation Commission (LPC) – Annual Report
DISPOSITION of ITEMS REMOVED from DRAFT AGENDA:
++++++++++ AGENDA for City Council Regular 6 pm Meeting on July 30, 2024 ++++++++++++
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm on July 30, 2024
(The AGENDA for the expected July 30 City Council special afternoon meeting on Ballot Initiatives for the November election is not posted – check later.)
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1611538218
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 153 8218
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
15. Arreguin – Refer to City Manager Ashby BART Area Enhanced Infrastructure Finance District (EIFD) Analysis 16.Lunaparra, co-sponsors Arreguin, Hahn – Supporting the “Renewing Immigration Provisions of the Immigration Act of 1929 or “Registry Bill” (HR 1511 & SB2606) and endorsing the Northern California Coalition for Just Immigration Reform’s “Three-Day Walk for a Path to Citizenship” from San Jose to San Francisco on August 17-19, 2024
17. Lunaparra, co-sponsors Wengraf, Arreguin, Hahn – Berkeley Student Cooperative (BSC): Relinquishment of Council Office Budget Funds for repair of glass skylights above Casa Zimbabwe up to $500AGENDA on ACTION:
18. Wong, Auditor – Recommends report back by City Manager by January 2025 on Berkeley Restaurant Inspections: Chronically Understaffed Program did not meet targets
19. Klein, Planning – ZAB Appeal 2600 Tenth Street, Administrative Use Permit ZP2023-0031, appeal Zoning Adjustment Board (ZAB) decision to deny change of use of 3 tenant spaces from Media Production to Research and Development and to create 6 – 9 tenant spaces in a 7-story building
INFORMATION REPORTS:
20. Wong, City Auditor – FY 2025 Audit Plan
DISPOSITION of ITEMS REMOVED from DRAFT AGENDA:
+++++++++++ LAND USE - WORK SESSIONS - SPECIAL MEETINGS +++++++++++++++
LAND USE CALENDAR
2600 Tenth Street 7/30/2024 – Arreguin to recuse
3000 Shattuck (construct 10-story mixed-use building) TBD
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
UNSCHEDULED WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS
PREVIOUSLY LISTED WORKSESSIONS and SPECIAL MEETINGS REMOVED FROM LIST
Worth Noting:
The 3:30 pm City Council on zoning on middle housing will increase density in residential zones except Panoramic Hill which is rated ES-R = Environmental Safety-Residential (“exceptionally vulnerable to severe damage or destruction from fire and earthquake hazards”) Note that some property owners are reporting “density” as a listed reason for being denied renewal of property insurance in the hillside fire zones.
July 30 City Council regular meeting agenda is available for review and comment. The City Council meeting on Ballet Measures for the November election is not posted and expected to be scheduled for the afternoon of July 30.
The City Council summer recess is from July 31 – September 9, 2024.
- Monday, July 22, 2024:
- At 3 pm Council meets in the hybrid format in closed session with a very full agenda including the Grants Pass SCOTUS ruling and the Black Repertory Group.
- At 7 pm the Homeless Services Panel of Experts meets in person.
- Tuesday, July 23, 2024:
- At 11 am the Solano BID meets in person.
- At 3:30 pm the Council meets in the hybrid format on zoning changes for middle housing.
- At 5:30 pm the Council meets in the hybrid format on amending the loan agreement with the former City Manager.
- At 6 pm the Council meets in the hybrid format for the regular evening meeting.
- Wednesday, July 24, 2024:
- At 6 pm the Environment and Climate Commission meets in person.
- At 6 pm the Civic Arts Commission meets in person.
- At 6:30 pm the Police Accountability Board (PAB) meets in the hybrid format.
- Thursday, July 25, 2024:
- At 6:30 pm the Community Health Commission meets in person.
- At 7 pm the Mental Health Commission meets in person.
- The Zoning Adjustment Board meeting is cancelled.
- Friday, July 26, 2024: At 8:35 the movie in the park is How to Train Your Dragon 2 at Glendale La Loma Park.
- Saturday, July 27, 2024: From 2 – 4 pm is Music in the Park at Frances Albrier Park
At the bottom are the directions for getting on or off the email list for the Activist’s Calendar and Activist’s Diary. For how to make the most out of ZOOM with closed captioning, zoom transcripts, saving CHAT and converting YouTube to a transcript go to https://tinyurl.com/3jau6ym8
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, July 21, 2024 – no city meetings or events found
Monday, July 22, 2024
CITY COUNCIL Meeting at 3 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1608742239
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 874 2239
AGENDA: 1. Conference with Legal Counsel – anticipated workers’ comp litigation, 2. Conference with Legal Counsel – anticipated litigation claim of Paul Wescott, 3. Appointment of Director of HHCS, 4. Conference with Legal Counsel – anticipated litigation related to City of Grants Pass, Oregon v. Johnson SCOTUS ruling, 5. Conference with Real Property Negotiators, lease and terms 1001 University Berkeley Food Network, 6. Conference with Real Property Negotiators and Legal Counsel anticipated litigation, lease and terms, 3201 Adeline, Black Repertory Group, 7. Conference with Labor Negotiators employee organizations: Berkeley Fire Fighters Association Local 1227 I.A.F.F., Berkeley Fire Chiefs Local 1227 I.A.F.F., Berkeley Police Association, SEIU 1021 Community Services and Part-time Recreation Activity Leaders, SEIU 10121 Maintenance and Clerical, Public Employee Union Local 1, Unrepresented Employees.
https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-closed-meeting-eagenda-july-22-2024
HOMELESS SERVICES PANEL of EXPERTS Special Meeting at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center,
AGENDA: 8. Transfer of $549,785 previously allocated for acquisition of Insight Housing’s Russell House to Insight Housing’s Dwight Way shelter for rehab funds, 9. SCOTUS Grants Pass decision.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/homeless-services-panel-experts
Tuesday, July 23, 2024
SOLANO AVENUE BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT ADVISORY BOARD at 11 am
In-Person: at 1849 Solano
AGENDA: 4. Financial update, 5. Traffic safety at Solano/Colusa intersection, relationship with North Shattuck Association, 6. Public comment.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/solano-avenue-business-improvement-district-advisory-board
CITY COUNCIL – Location and ZOOM for back to back council meetings
Note: the same in-person location and ZOOM login are used for all Three City Council Meetings at 3:30 pm, 5:30 pm and 6 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1600197323
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 019 7323
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
3:30 pm - CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting – Middle Housing Zoning
AGENDA: Klein, Planning – changing zoning in residential neighborhoods across the city to increase density - Zoning Ordinance and General Plan Amendments Relating to Middle Housing. Adopt the first reading amending BMC Title 23 for the purposes of encouraging development of middle housing in areas currently zoned R-1, R-1A, R-2, R-2A and MU-R (“low-density residential districts”)
R-1 = single-family residential, R1-A = limited two family residential, R2 = two-family residential, R2A = Restricted multiple family residential, small multiple family and garden-type apartment structures, MU-R = mixed-use residential
5:30 - CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting – Amending Loan Agreement - Dee Williams-Ridley
AGENDA: 1. Arreguin – One item - Amending the loan agreement for former City Manager Dee Williams-Ridley to deduct the loan repayment principal by $200,000 to $460,000, “reduce interest from 3% to 0% until July 17, 2027”
6 pm - CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting
AGENDA: Use the link and choose the html option to review agenda items with links to documents or pdf to see the entire packet or go to the end of this email for a quick look at posted regular meeting agendas.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Wednesday, July 24, 2024
ENVIRONMENT and CLIMATE COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 7. Local Hazard Mitigation Plan (LHMP). Includes link to presentation to June 26 Disaster & Fire Safety Commission.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/environment-and-climate-commission
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Russell, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library
AGENDA: 6. Presentations, Discussion, Action: a0 San Pablo Specific Plan, b) Revised Design of Artwork for West Service Center by Lara Kaur, c) Cube Space ProposalSept – Nov, d) Individual Artist, Project Grant Awards, e) Grantmaking process, f) Council referral for Amendments to the Public Art on Private Development Ordinance and Budget referral for Fee Nexus Study, g) Quarterly art report, h) Grants funded quarterly Festivals Report, i) Evaluation of New Parkway Theatre for use of cultural or arts space intended for performing arts on Center Street.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD (PAB) at 6:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2020 Milvia, Suite 250
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82653396072
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 826 5339 6072
AGENDA: 3. Public comment on agenda and non-agenda items, 5. Staff report, 6. Chair and Board reports, 7. Chief of Police report, 8. Subcommittee reports, 9. a. Policy complaint, b. Interconnection between Specialized Care Unit and the Berkeley Police Department, c. Board training, 10. Public Comment, 11. Closed Session.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
Thursday, 25, 2024
COMMUNITY HEALTH COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 5. Local Hazard Mitigation Plan, 6. Letter from community member concerning wood burning.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/community-health-commission
MENTAL HEALTH COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, 2nd floor, Poppy Room
AGENDA: 2. MHSA (Mental Health Services Act) FY 2025 Annual Update, 5. Response to Berkeleyside article, “Berkeley returns $400,000 in housing funds meant for homeless hotel”
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/mental-health-commission
ZONING ADJUSTMENT BOARD - cancelled
Friday, July 26, 2024
MOVIES in the PARK: HOW to TRAIN YOUR DRAGON 2 at 8:35 pm
Location: Glendale La Loma Park, 1310 La Loma Avenue
Bring blankets, low-back beach chairs, flashlights for walking home.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/news/summer-evening-movies-berkeley-parks
Saturday, July 27, 2024
MUSIC in the PARK – KIDS JAM from 2 – 4 pm
Location: Frances Albrier Park, 2800 Park Street
Food vendors will be onsite, magician,
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/music-park-kids-jam
Sunday, July 28, 2024 – no city meetings found
+++++++++++++ CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA for JULY 23, 2024 ++++++++++
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for the Regular Meeting on July 23, 2024 at 6 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1600197323
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 019 7323
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
- Mayer, Library – 2nd reading - FY 2025 Special Tax Rate: Fund the Provision of Library Services $0.2800 (28 cents per square foot for dwelling units, $0.4233 (42.33 cents) per square foot for industrial, commercial and institutional buildings
- Brown, City Attorney – 2nd reading – Youth voting in Berkeley School Board Elections: Ordinance providing for voting by persons aged 16 and 17 for office of School Director
- Brown, City Attorney – Municipal Code Amendments for Measure KK Compliance and Updated Settlement Authority increases the City Attorney to settle claims up to $50,000
- Friedrichsen, Budget – Contract $161,280 with Downtown YMCA for memberships for City employees
- Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations $4,525,000
- Gilman, HHCS - Public Facility Improvement Program Funds, 1. Reallocate $549,785 of FY 2024 Measure P funds from Insight Housing Russell Street Residence to Dwight Way Center
- Mayer Library – Appoint Priscilla Villanueva to Board of Library Trustees (BOLT)
- Ferris, Parks – License Agreement Revenue $11,498 with Masaba LLC., DBA Roaming Bean Coffee Vender to operate at Berkeley Waterfront for a 3-year term ending 7/31/2027
- Ferris, Parks – Lease Agreement with Youth Musical Theater Company from 9/1/2024 – 8/31/2034 with one 5-year option for City properties 295 and 2945 Bolivar Drive in Aquatic Park
- Louis, Police – Adopt approving the 2023 Annual Military Equipment Report, Assembly Bill 481
- Davis, Public Works – Contract $1,256,120 with Alta Planning & Design for Adeline Street Transportation Improvements Project
- Davis, Public Works – Contract $1,973,708 with Buhler Commercial for FY 2023 Retaining Wall and Storm Drain Improvement Project
- Davis, Public Works – Amend Contract No. 31900102 add $500,000 total $900,000 with Nute Engineering for on-call Civil Engineering Services for Sanitary Sewer Program from 6/30/2024 – 6/30/2025
- Davis, Public Works – Amend 1956 Maintenance Agreement with Caltrans to Include new I-80 Gilman Interchange
- Davis, Public Works – Change Football Game Day Parking Restrictions in Residential Preferential Parking (RPP) Zones
- Aguilar, PAB – Lease for Office Space for Office of the Director of Police Accountability Board (ODPA) at 1900 Addison
17. Gilman, HHCS – Substantial Amendments to PY 2018, PY 2019, PY 2020 and PY 2021 Annual Action Plans to Reallocate Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Funding City’s Public Facility Improvement Program 1. Reallocation of $478,500 CDBG from Senior Disabled Loan Rehabilitation Program to Public Facility Improvement Program, 2. Allocate $450,000 of reallocated funds to Insight Housing to 2140 Dwight Way, 3. Allocate $52,775 to Larkin Street Youth Services.
18. Davis, Public Works – North Berkeley BART Transit Oriented Development Bicycle Access Improvements on Virginia Street Bicycle Blvd, adopt one of two resolutions a. 12-foot-wide bikeway or b. 9-foot-wide bikeway (Transportation and Infrastructure Commission recommended 12-foot-wide bikeway) - Removed
19. Lunaparra – Adopt Resolution Approving Peaceful and Lawful Use of the Dwight Triangle as Public Open Space
20. Klein, Planning - LPO NOD: #LMSAP2024-0001 - 8 Greenwood Common
21. Davis, Public Works – Alameda County Transportation Commission Rail Safety Enhancement Program – Phase A
Landmarks Preservation Commission (LPC) – Annual Report
22. Landmarks Preservation Commission (LPC) – Annual Report
DISPOSITION of ITEMS REMOVED from DRAFT AGENDA:
- Referred to Health, Life Enrichment, Equity & Community Policy Committee - Commission on the Status of Women – Formation of a Sex Trafficking Task Force to Address Current Sex Trafficking in Berkeley
++++++++++ AGENDA for City Council Regular 6 pm Meeting on July 30, 2024 ++++++++++++
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm on July 30, 2024
(The AGENDA for the expected July 30 City Council special afternoon meeting on Ballot Initiatives for the November election is not posted – check later.)
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1611538218
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 153 8218
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
- Numainville, City Clerk – Minutes
- Gilman, HHCS - Amend Contract 32400082 add $300,000 total $500,000 with the Wright Institute for Mental Health Counseling for Older Adults end date 6/30/2026
- Gilman, HHCS – Filling Human Welfare and Community Action Commission (HWCAC) Public Sector Vacancies appointing Catherin Huchting, Mary Behm-Steingberg and George Lippman to HWCAC as private sector representatives
- Kouyoumdjian, HR – Establish job class specification and salary of Public Health Investigator with hourly salary range of $35.5512 - $43.2127
- Kouyoumdjian, HR – Establish job class specification and salary of Assistant Fire Inspector with hourly salary range of $36.8038 - $44.7352
- Kouyoumdjian, HR – Establish job class specification and salary of Veterinarian with hourly salary range of $71.5295 - $86.9445
- Fong, IT – Amend Contract No. 10549C add $1,000,000 total $5,705,342.68 with Tyler Technologies Enterprise Resource Planning System for ongoing software licensing, maintenance services, implementation and consulting services, and disaster recovery services from 4/1/2017 – 6/30/2027
- Ferris, Parks – Amend Contract 31900042 add $37,000 total $153,756 with CivicPlus, Inc for on-line recreation reservation system services
- Ferris, Parks – Lot Line Adjustments at 1401 Carleton and 1423 Ward to resolve main dwelling encroachments at the City’s Santa Fe Trackbed to Park Conversion Project Site
- Ferris, Parks – Lease Agreement with Youth Musical Theater Company for Live Oak Theater at 1301 Shattuck from 9/1/2024 – 9/31/2027 with one 5-year option
- Louis, Police – Accept Grant $111,716.80 with Cannabis Tax Fund Grant Program (CTFGP) for period 7/1/2024 – 6/30/2025
- Davis, Public Works – Purchase Order $340,000with National Auto Fleet Group for Prisoner Transport Vehicle Body Assembly Upgrade
- Davis, Public Works – Purchase Order $400,000 with Turf Star, Inc for Go-4 Parking Enforcement Vehicles
15. Arreguin – Refer to City Manager Ashby BART Area Enhanced Infrastructure Finance District (EIFD) Analysis 16.Lunaparra, co-sponsors Arreguin, Hahn – Supporting the “Renewing Immigration Provisions of the Immigration Act of 1929 or “Registry Bill” (HR 1511 & SB2606) and endorsing the Northern California Coalition for Just Immigration Reform’s “Three-Day Walk for a Path to Citizenship” from San Jose to San Francisco on August 17-19, 2024
17. Lunaparra, co-sponsors Wengraf, Arreguin, Hahn – Berkeley Student Cooperative (BSC): Relinquishment of Council Office Budget Funds for repair of glass skylights above Casa Zimbabwe up to $500AGENDA on ACTION:
18. Wong, Auditor – Recommends report back by City Manager by January 2025 on Berkeley Restaurant Inspections: Chronically Understaffed Program did not meet targets
19. Klein, Planning – ZAB Appeal 2600 Tenth Street, Administrative Use Permit ZP2023-0031, appeal Zoning Adjustment Board (ZAB) decision to deny change of use of 3 tenant spaces from Media Production to Research and Development and to create 6 – 9 tenant spaces in a 7-story building
INFORMATION REPORTS:
20. Wong, City Auditor – FY 2025 Audit Plan
DISPOSITION of ITEMS REMOVED from DRAFT AGENDA:
- To be scheduled after summer recess in September - Harrison - Adopt BMC 13.89 Community/Tenant Opportunity to Purchase Act (COPA/TOPA) forwarded by the Land Use Committee with a negative recommendation in a 2 to 1 vote. Lunaparra asked about sponsoring COPA/TOPA but was denied by city staff
+++++++++++ LAND USE - WORK SESSIONS - SPECIAL MEETINGS +++++++++++++++
LAND USE CALENDAR
2600 Tenth Street 7/30/2024 – Arreguin to recuse
3000 Shattuck (construct 10-story mixed-use building) TBD
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
- July 23 (3:30 pm) - Zoning Ordinance and General Plan Amendments Relating to Middle Housing
- July 30 - Special Meeting on Ballot Initiatives
- August 5 (placeholder 6 pm) – Action to Place Ballot Measures on the Ballot
- September 17 - open
- October 22 - Draft Waterfront Specific Plan
UNSCHEDULED WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS
- Ashby BART Transit Oriented Development (TOD) Berkeley – El Cerrito Corridor Access Plan Presentation (tentative July)
- Feasibility Study Follow Up Session (housing feasibility moved to fall)
- Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation
PREVIOUSLY LISTED WORKSESSIONS and SPECIAL MEETINGS REMOVED FROM LIST
- Fire Department Standards of Coverage & Community Risk Assessment
July 14 - July 21, 2024
Worth Noting:
August is when City Council, Boards and Commissions take a break, the summer recess.
We are looking at a packed rest of July, before they all take off.
Note that the Fair Campaign Practices Commission, Human Welfare and Community Action Commission, Transportation and Infrastructure Commission should all be meeting the coming week and no meeting announcements are posted.
The City Council summer recess is from July 31 – September 9, 2024, however, City Council will meet August 5 to take action to place ballot measures on the ballot for the November election.
The July 23 City Council agendas are available for review and comment. The 3:30 pm Council meeting is on zoning changes for “middle housing” aka duplexes, triplexes, fourplexes, small multi-unit buildings/projects, etc. Includes fire zones/hillside overlay, R-1, R-1A, R-2, R2A.
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
At the bottom are Agenda Committee and Council Agendas, Land Use Calendar, planned special council meetings and the directions for getting on or off the email list for the Activist’s Calendar and Activist’s Diary.
For how to make the most out of ZOOM with closed captioning, zoom transcripts, saving CHAT and converting YouTube to a transcript go to https://tinyurl.com/3jau6ym8
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, July 14, 2024 – no city events found
Monday, July 15, 2024
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Members: Arreguin, Hahn, Wengraf
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1619029161
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 902 9161
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve -7/30/2024 -- draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda below at the end of the list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Worksessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review: 8.Discussion and Possible Action on City Council Rules of Decorum, Procedural Rules, and Remote Public Comments, 9. City Council Legislative Redesign, Unscheduled Items: 10. Modifications or Improvements to City Council Meeting Procedures, 11. Strengthening and Supporting City Commission: Guidance on Development of Legislative Proposals, 12. Discussion and Recommendations on the Continued Use of Berkeley Considers Online Engagement Portal, 13. Consideration of Changes to Supplemental Material Timelines
Tuesday, July 16, 2024 (no city council meeting – next scheduled meeting July 23)
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION Public Art Subcommittee at 3:30 pm
AGENDA: no agenda posted
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES ACT (MHSA) Community Input Meeting from 6 – 7:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/8446733966?pwd=OGp3Tm5LQTc5TGdhb2tYWllKcDVhdz09&omn=89471660365
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171
Meeting ID: 844 673 3966 Password: 081337
AGENDA: To share information and elicit input on the proposed MHSA Annual Update, Proposition 1 and mental health needs in Berkeley.
Meeting Contact: Karen Klatt (510) 981-7644, [email protected]
https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/documents/MHSA%20FY25%20Annual%20Update%20Community%20Input%20Meetings%20Flyer_07-2024.pdf
Wednesday, July 17, 2024
COMMISSION on AGING at 1:30 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 2. Discussion City budget for senior services, 3. Presentation proposal: Services to the aged homeless
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-aging
FACILITIES, INFRASTRUCTURE, TRANSPORTATION, ENVIRONMENT & SUSTAINABILITY (FITES) at 2 pm
Members: Taplin, Lunaparra, Humbert, alternate Kesarwani
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1611319789
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 131 9789
AGENDA: All posted as discussion items, 2. Taplin – Stormwater Master Plan Update, 3. Taplin – Capital Improvement Program and Unfunded Infrastructure Needs, 4. Taplin – Progress on Creating New Parkland, 5. Harrison – Progress on the Bike and Pedestrian Plans.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-facilities-infrastructure-transportation-environment-sustainability
BERKELEY MAYOR FORUM from 5 – 6:30 pm
Mayor Candidates: Kate Harrison, Sophie Hahn, Adena Ishii
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1305 University, The Way Christian Center
Videoconference: https://bit.ly/BerkeleyJuly17MayorForum
MODERATED BY: Moni Law
SPONSORED BY: Berkeley People’s Alliance, Wellstone Democratic Renewal Club, Berkeley Community Action, Berkeley Green Party, Our Revolution East Bay
For more information: email [email protected]
PLANNING COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 10. Public Hearing: State Law Technical Edits 2024 – Review revised proposed zoning ordinance amendments to align BMC with state law related to electric vehicle charging as well as additional non-substantive edits and corrections, 11. Public Hearing: Keep Innovation in Berkeley – Review revised proposed zoning ordinance amendments related to R&D uses and other changes.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/planning-commission
COMMISSION on the STATUS of WOMEN at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. Discussion on Approach to Young Women/Girls with Mental Health Issues and Suicide Prevention, 7. Discussion AI and Impact for Women on Housing and Public Benefits.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-status-women
HUMAN WELFARE and COMMUNITY ACTION COMMISSION
AGENDA: No meeting announcement is posted. The HWCAC normally meets the 3rd Wednesday of the month at 2180 Milvia in the Cypress room at new time 5 pm. Check after Monday for meeting announcement.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/human-welfare-and-community-action-commission
Thursday, July 18, 2024
ZERO WASTE COMMISSION at 5:30 pm
In-Person: at 1326 Allston Way, Ratcliff Building, Willow Room
AGENDA (includes approximate time for item): 6pm – 6. Staff updates on SB 1383 Implementation, Discussion/Action: 6:15 pm – 1. Recommendation requested by Urban Ore, 6:45 pm – 2. Report special events and green building subcommittee, 7 pm – 3. Recommendations regarding CAW (Community Against Waste) supported legislation, 7:10 pm - 4. Legislative updates.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zero-waste-commission
SUGAR-SWEETENED BEVERAGE (SSB) PRODUCT PANEL of EXPERTS at 6 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 2. Presentation on community value of marketing efforts, 3. Presentation of effective ways to integrate marketing efforts into current SSB grantee programs, 4. Presentation on resources.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/sugar-sweetened-beverage-product-panel-experts
MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES ACT (MHSA) Community Input Meeting from 6 – 7:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/8446733966?pwd=OGp3Tm5LQTc5TGdhb2tYWllKcDVhdz09&omn=89471660365
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171
Meeting ID: 844 673 3966 Password: 081337
AGENDA: To share information and elicit input on the proposed MHSA Annual Update, Proposition 1 and mental health needs in Berkeley.
Meeting Contact: Karen Klatt (510) 981-7644, [email protected]
https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/documents/MHSA%20FY25%20Annual%20Update%20Community%20Input%20Meetings%20Flyer_07-2024.pdf
DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 1. 2128 Oxford at center – DRC2022-0014 - Preliminary Design Review – to demolish two buildings (one mixed-use with 16 rent-controlled units, one commercial and construct a 26-story (285 ft 4 in plus 12 ft parapet), 694,778 sq ft, mixed-use building with 456 dwelling units (including 40 very low-income density bonus qualifying units, 14,961 sq ft commercial space, 36 vehicle parking spaces
2. 2550 Shattuck at Blake – DRC2023-0015 – Preliminary Design Review – to demolish an existing non-residential building and construct a 68,672 sq ft 7-story mixed-use residential building, 72 dwelling units (15 below market rate, 8 very low-income and 7 low-income) and 3247 sq ft commercial space including 3 live/work units.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/design-review-committee
RENT BOARD at 7 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: not posted check after Monday
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171
Meeting ID: not posted check after Monday
AGENDA: not posted check after Monday
https://rentboard.berkeleyca.gov/elected-rent-board/rent-board-meetings
FAIR CAMPAIGN PRACTICES COMMISSION / OPEN GOVERNMENT COMMISSION
No meeting announcement is posted. The FCPC/OGC normally meets the 3rd Thursday of the month at 2180 Milvia in the Cypress room at 6:30 pm. Check after Monday for meeting announcement.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/fair-campaign-practices-commission
TRANSPORTATION and INFRASTRUCTURE COMMISSION
No meeting announcement is posted. The FCPC/OGC normally meets the 3rd Thursday of the month at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center at 6:15 pm. Check after Monday for meeting announcement.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/transportation-and-infrastructure-commission
Friday, July 19, 2024
ELMWOOD BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT (BID) ADVISORY BOARD at 9 am
In-Person: 2947 College, Rear Parking Lot
AGENDA: IV. Cal Gameday Football Parking Revision proposal.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/elmwood-business-improvement-district-advisory-board
CLIMATE EMERGENCY MOBILIZATION TASK FORCE (CEMTF) from 9 am to 12 pm
Register for Videoconference: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/climate-biodiversity-registration-912847610777?aff=oddtdtcreator (conference is free, donations appreciated)
CONFERENCE FOCUS: Climate & Biodiversity, Colonization & Rights for Humans & Nature
https://www.cemtf.org
Saturday, July 20, 2024
3rd SATURDAY SHORELINE CLEANUP at 9 am
Location: at 160 University, Shorebird Nature Center
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/3rd-saturday-shoreline-cleanup-8
LOCAL HAZARD MITIGATION PLAN PUBLIC REVIEW WORKSHOP #2 at 10 am
In-Person: at 1901 Russell, Library, Community Room
AGENDA: Presentation on the Local Hazard Mitigation Plan followed with question and answers (expected to end at noon).
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/local-hazard-mitigation-plan-public-review-workshop-2
Sunday, July 21, 2024 – no city meetings found
+++++++++++++++++++ AGENDA & RULES COMMITTEE +++++++++++++++++++
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA and RULES COMMITTEE at 2:30 pm on Monday, July 15, 2024
Members: Arreguin, Hahn, Wengraf
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1619029161
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 902 9161
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
DRAFT AGENDA for City Council Regular 6 pm Meeting on July 30, 2024
AGENDA on CONSENT and ACTION:
+++++++++++++ CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDAS for JULY 23, 2024 ++++++++++
The 3:30 pm and 6 pm City Council meetings are at the same location and have the same ZOOM login.
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for the Special Meeting at 3:30 pm and the Regular Meeting at 6 pm on July 23, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1600197323
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 019 7323
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
++++ CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for the Special Meeting at 3:30 pm on July 23, 2024 ++++
AGENDA on ACTION: one item
++++ CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for the Regular Meeting on July 23, 2024 at 6 pm ++++
AGENDA on CONSENT:
17. Gilman, HHCS – Substantial Amendments to PY 2018, PY 2019, PY 2020 and PY 2021 Annual Action Plans to Reallocate Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Funding City’s Public Facility Improvement Program 1. Reallocation of $478,500 CDBG from Senior Disabled Loan Rehabilitation Program to Public Facility Improvement Program, 2. Allocate $450,000 of reallocated funds to Insight Housing to 2140 Dwight Way, 3. Allocate $52,775 to Larkin Street Youth Services.
18. Davis, Public Works – North Berkeley BART Transit Oriented Development Bicycle Access Improvements on Virginia Street Bicycle Blvd, adopt one of two resolutions a. 12-foot-wide bikeway or b. 9-foot-wide bikeway (Transportation and Infrastructure Commission recommended 12-foot-wide bikeway) - Removed
19. Lunaparra – Adopt Resolution Approving Peaceful and Lawful Use of the Dwight Triangle as Public Open Space
20. Klein, Planning - LPO NOD: #LMSAP2024-0001 - 8 Greenwood Common
21. Davis, Public Works – Alameda County Transportation Commission Rail Safety Enhancement Program – Phase A
22. Landmarks Preservation Commission (LPC) – Annual Report
DISPOSITION of ITEMS REMOVED from DRAFT AGENDA:
+++++++++++ LAND USE - WORK SESSIONS - SPECIAL MEETINGS +++++++++++++++
LAND USE CALENDAR
2600 Tenth Street 7/30/2024
3000 Shattuck (construct 10-story mixed-use building) TBD
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
UNSCHEDULED WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS
PREVIOUSLY LISTED WORKSESSIONS and SPECIAL MEETINGS REMOVED FROM LIST
Worth Noting:
August is when City Council, Boards and Commissions take a break, the summer recess.
We are looking at a packed rest of July, before they all take off.
Note that the Fair Campaign Practices Commission, Human Welfare and Community Action Commission, Transportation and Infrastructure Commission should all be meeting the coming week and no meeting announcements are posted.
The City Council summer recess is from July 31 – September 9, 2024, however, City Council will meet August 5 to take action to place ballot measures on the ballot for the November election.
The July 23 City Council agendas are available for review and comment. The 3:30 pm Council meeting is on zoning changes for “middle housing” aka duplexes, triplexes, fourplexes, small multi-unit buildings/projects, etc. Includes fire zones/hillside overlay, R-1, R-1A, R-2, R2A.
- Monday: At 2:30 pm the Agenda Committee meets in the hybrid format. (Public Safety Committee is cancelled)
- Tuesday: (no council meeting)
- At 3:30 pm no agenda or location is posted for the Civic Arts Public Art Subcommittee.
- From 6 – 7:30 pm is the Mental Health Services Act Community Input Meeting in the hybrid format.
- Wednesday:
- At 1:30 pm the Commission on Aging meets in person.
- At 2 pm FITES meets in the hybrid format.
- At 5 pm is the Mayor Forum in the hybrid format,
- At 6 pm the Planning Commission meets in person with hearings on Zoning changes for R&D under title “Keep Innovation in Berkeley.”
- At 7 pm the Commission on the Status of Women meets in person.
- Thursday:
- At 5:30 pm the Zero Waste Commission meets in person.
- At 6 pm the Sugar Sweetened Product Panel of Experts meets in person.
- From 6 – 7:30 pm is the Mental Health Services Act Community Input Meeting in the hybrid format.
- At 6:30 pm the Design Review Committee meets in person on two projects.
- At 7 pm the Rent Board meets in the hybrid format.
- Friday:
- From 9 am – 12 pm is the CEMTF webinar on Climate and Biodiversity.
- At 9 am the Elmwood BID Advisory Board meets in person on Cal football parking.
- Saturday:
- At 9 am is shoreline cleanup.
- From 10 am – 12 pm is the Local Hazard Mitigation Plan (LHMP) Review Workshop.
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
At the bottom are Agenda Committee and Council Agendas, Land Use Calendar, planned special council meetings and the directions for getting on or off the email list for the Activist’s Calendar and Activist’s Diary.
For how to make the most out of ZOOM with closed captioning, zoom transcripts, saving CHAT and converting YouTube to a transcript go to https://tinyurl.com/3jau6ym8
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, July 14, 2024 – no city events found
Monday, July 15, 2024
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Members: Arreguin, Hahn, Wengraf
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1619029161
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 902 9161
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve -7/30/2024 -- draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda below at the end of the list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Worksessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review: 8.Discussion and Possible Action on City Council Rules of Decorum, Procedural Rules, and Remote Public Comments, 9. City Council Legislative Redesign, Unscheduled Items: 10. Modifications or Improvements to City Council Meeting Procedures, 11. Strengthening and Supporting City Commission: Guidance on Development of Legislative Proposals, 12. Discussion and Recommendations on the Continued Use of Berkeley Considers Online Engagement Portal, 13. Consideration of Changes to Supplemental Material Timelines
- Removed from list of unscheduled items - Discussion Regarding Design and Strengthening of Policy Committees Process and Structure (Including Budget Referrals),
Tuesday, July 16, 2024 (no city council meeting – next scheduled meeting July 23)
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION Public Art Subcommittee at 3:30 pm
AGENDA: no agenda posted
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES ACT (MHSA) Community Input Meeting from 6 – 7:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/8446733966?pwd=OGp3Tm5LQTc5TGdhb2tYWllKcDVhdz09&omn=89471660365
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171
Meeting ID: 844 673 3966 Password: 081337
AGENDA: To share information and elicit input on the proposed MHSA Annual Update, Proposition 1 and mental health needs in Berkeley.
Meeting Contact: Karen Klatt (510) 981-7644, [email protected]
https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/documents/MHSA%20FY25%20Annual%20Update%20Community%20Input%20Meetings%20Flyer_07-2024.pdf
Wednesday, July 17, 2024
COMMISSION on AGING at 1:30 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 2. Discussion City budget for senior services, 3. Presentation proposal: Services to the aged homeless
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-aging
FACILITIES, INFRASTRUCTURE, TRANSPORTATION, ENVIRONMENT & SUSTAINABILITY (FITES) at 2 pm
Members: Taplin, Lunaparra, Humbert, alternate Kesarwani
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1611319789
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 131 9789
AGENDA: All posted as discussion items, 2. Taplin – Stormwater Master Plan Update, 3. Taplin – Capital Improvement Program and Unfunded Infrastructure Needs, 4. Taplin – Progress on Creating New Parkland, 5. Harrison – Progress on the Bike and Pedestrian Plans.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-facilities-infrastructure-transportation-environment-sustainability
BERKELEY MAYOR FORUM from 5 – 6:30 pm
Mayor Candidates: Kate Harrison, Sophie Hahn, Adena Ishii
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1305 University, The Way Christian Center
Videoconference: https://bit.ly/BerkeleyJuly17MayorForum
MODERATED BY: Moni Law
SPONSORED BY: Berkeley People’s Alliance, Wellstone Democratic Renewal Club, Berkeley Community Action, Berkeley Green Party, Our Revolution East Bay
For more information: email [email protected]
PLANNING COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 10. Public Hearing: State Law Technical Edits 2024 – Review revised proposed zoning ordinance amendments to align BMC with state law related to electric vehicle charging as well as additional non-substantive edits and corrections, 11. Public Hearing: Keep Innovation in Berkeley – Review revised proposed zoning ordinance amendments related to R&D uses and other changes.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/planning-commission
COMMISSION on the STATUS of WOMEN at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. Discussion on Approach to Young Women/Girls with Mental Health Issues and Suicide Prevention, 7. Discussion AI and Impact for Women on Housing and Public Benefits.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-status-women
HUMAN WELFARE and COMMUNITY ACTION COMMISSION
AGENDA: No meeting announcement is posted. The HWCAC normally meets the 3rd Wednesday of the month at 2180 Milvia in the Cypress room at new time 5 pm. Check after Monday for meeting announcement.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/human-welfare-and-community-action-commission
Thursday, July 18, 2024
ZERO WASTE COMMISSION at 5:30 pm
In-Person: at 1326 Allston Way, Ratcliff Building, Willow Room
AGENDA (includes approximate time for item): 6pm – 6. Staff updates on SB 1383 Implementation, Discussion/Action: 6:15 pm – 1. Recommendation requested by Urban Ore, 6:45 pm – 2. Report special events and green building subcommittee, 7 pm – 3. Recommendations regarding CAW (Community Against Waste) supported legislation, 7:10 pm - 4. Legislative updates.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zero-waste-commission
SUGAR-SWEETENED BEVERAGE (SSB) PRODUCT PANEL of EXPERTS at 6 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 2. Presentation on community value of marketing efforts, 3. Presentation of effective ways to integrate marketing efforts into current SSB grantee programs, 4. Presentation on resources.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/sugar-sweetened-beverage-product-panel-experts
MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES ACT (MHSA) Community Input Meeting from 6 – 7:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/8446733966?pwd=OGp3Tm5LQTc5TGdhb2tYWllKcDVhdz09&omn=89471660365
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171
Meeting ID: 844 673 3966 Password: 081337
AGENDA: To share information and elicit input on the proposed MHSA Annual Update, Proposition 1 and mental health needs in Berkeley.
Meeting Contact: Karen Klatt (510) 981-7644, [email protected]
https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/documents/MHSA%20FY25%20Annual%20Update%20Community%20Input%20Meetings%20Flyer_07-2024.pdf
DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 1. 2128 Oxford at center – DRC2022-0014 - Preliminary Design Review – to demolish two buildings (one mixed-use with 16 rent-controlled units, one commercial and construct a 26-story (285 ft 4 in plus 12 ft parapet), 694,778 sq ft, mixed-use building with 456 dwelling units (including 40 very low-income density bonus qualifying units, 14,961 sq ft commercial space, 36 vehicle parking spaces
2. 2550 Shattuck at Blake – DRC2023-0015 – Preliminary Design Review – to demolish an existing non-residential building and construct a 68,672 sq ft 7-story mixed-use residential building, 72 dwelling units (15 below market rate, 8 very low-income and 7 low-income) and 3247 sq ft commercial space including 3 live/work units.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/design-review-committee
RENT BOARD at 7 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: not posted check after Monday
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171
Meeting ID: not posted check after Monday
AGENDA: not posted check after Monday
https://rentboard.berkeleyca.gov/elected-rent-board/rent-board-meetings
FAIR CAMPAIGN PRACTICES COMMISSION / OPEN GOVERNMENT COMMISSION
No meeting announcement is posted. The FCPC/OGC normally meets the 3rd Thursday of the month at 2180 Milvia in the Cypress room at 6:30 pm. Check after Monday for meeting announcement.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/fair-campaign-practices-commission
TRANSPORTATION and INFRASTRUCTURE COMMISSION
No meeting announcement is posted. The FCPC/OGC normally meets the 3rd Thursday of the month at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center at 6:15 pm. Check after Monday for meeting announcement.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/transportation-and-infrastructure-commission
Friday, July 19, 2024
ELMWOOD BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT (BID) ADVISORY BOARD at 9 am
In-Person: 2947 College, Rear Parking Lot
AGENDA: IV. Cal Gameday Football Parking Revision proposal.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/elmwood-business-improvement-district-advisory-board
CLIMATE EMERGENCY MOBILIZATION TASK FORCE (CEMTF) from 9 am to 12 pm
Register for Videoconference: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/climate-biodiversity-registration-912847610777?aff=oddtdtcreator (conference is free, donations appreciated)
CONFERENCE FOCUS: Climate & Biodiversity, Colonization & Rights for Humans & Nature
https://www.cemtf.org
Saturday, July 20, 2024
3rd SATURDAY SHORELINE CLEANUP at 9 am
Location: at 160 University, Shorebird Nature Center
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/3rd-saturday-shoreline-cleanup-8
LOCAL HAZARD MITIGATION PLAN PUBLIC REVIEW WORKSHOP #2 at 10 am
In-Person: at 1901 Russell, Library, Community Room
AGENDA: Presentation on the Local Hazard Mitigation Plan followed with question and answers (expected to end at noon).
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/local-hazard-mitigation-plan-public-review-workshop-2
Sunday, July 21, 2024 – no city meetings found
+++++++++++++++++++ AGENDA & RULES COMMITTEE +++++++++++++++++++
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA and RULES COMMITTEE at 2:30 pm on Monday, July 15, 2024
Members: Arreguin, Hahn, Wengraf
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1619029161
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 902 9161
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
DRAFT AGENDA for City Council Regular 6 pm Meeting on July 30, 2024
AGENDA on CONSENT and ACTION:
- Numainville, City Clerk – Minutes
- Gilman, HHCS - Amend Contract 32400082 add $300,000 total $500,000 with the Wright Institute for Mental Health Counseling for Older Adults end date 6/30/2026
- Gilman, HHCS – Filling Human Welfare and Community Action Commission (HWCAC) Public Sector Vacancies appointing Catherin Huchting, Mary Behm-Steingberg and George Lippman to HWCAC as private sector representatives
- Kouyoumdjian, HR – Establish job class specification and salary of Public Health Investigator with hourly salary range of $35.5512 - $43.2127
- Kouyoumdjian, HR – Establish job class specification and salary of Assistant Fire Inspector with hourly salary range of $36.8038 - $44.7352
- Kouyoumdjian, HR – Establish job class specification and salary of Veterinarian with hourly salary range of $71.5295 - $86.9445
- Fong, IT – Amend Contract No. 10549C add $1,000,000 total $5,705, 342.68 with Tyler Technologies Enterprise Resource Planning System for ongoing software licensing, maintenance services, implementation and consulting services, and disaster recovery services from 4/1/2017 – 6/30/2027
- Ferris, Parks – Amend Contract 31900042 add $37,000 total $153,756 with CivicPlus, Inc for on-line recreation reservation system services
- Ferris, Parks – Lot Line Adjustments at 1401 Carleton and 1423 Ward to resolve main dwelling encroachments at the City’s Santa Fe Trackbed to Park Conversion Project Site
- Ferris, Parks – Lease Agreement with Youth Musical Theater Company for Live Oak Theater at 1301 Shattuck from 9/1/2024 – 9/31/2027 with one 5-year option
- Louis, Police – Accept Grant $111,716.80 with Cannabis Tax Fund Grant Program (CTFGP) for period 7/1/2024 – 6/30/2025
- Davis, Public Works – Purchase Order $340,000with National Auto Fleet Group for Prisoner Transport Vehicle Body Assembly Upgrade
- Davis, Public Works – Purchase Order $400,000 with Turf Star, Inc for Go-4 Parking Enforcement Vehicles
- Environment and Climate Commission – Refer to City Manager to fund and develop a Curb Management Plan (initiated by Environment and Climate Commission to city council sent by Agenda Committee to FITES which sent item back to council to refer to city manager)
- Wong, Auditor – Recommends report back by City Manager by January 2025 on Berkeley Restaurant Inspections: Chronically Understaffed Program did not meet targets
- Klein, Planning – ZAB Appeal 2600 Tenth Street, Administrative Use Permit ZP2023-0031, appeal Zoning Adjustment Board (ZAB) decision to deny change of use of 3 tenant spaces from Media Production to Research and Development and to create 6 – 9 tenant spaces in a 7-story building
- Harrison - Adopt BMC 13.89 Community/Tenant Opportunity to Purchase Act (COPA/TOPA) forwarded by the Land Use Committee with a negative recommendation in a 2 to 1 vote. Lunaparra asked about sponsoring COPA/TOPA but was denied by city staff
- Arreguin – Refer to City Manager Ashby BART Area Enhanced Infrastructure Finance District (EIFD) Analysis
- Wong, City Auditor – FY 2025 Audit Plan
+++++++++++++ CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDAS for JULY 23, 2024 ++++++++++
The 3:30 pm and 6 pm City Council meetings are at the same location and have the same ZOOM login.
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for the Special Meeting at 3:30 pm and the Regular Meeting at 6 pm on July 23, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1600197323
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 019 7323
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
++++ CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for the Special Meeting at 3:30 pm on July 23, 2024 ++++
AGENDA on ACTION: one item
- Zoning Ordinance and General Plan Amendments Relating to Middle Housing. Adopt the first reading amending BMC Title 23 for the purposes of encouraging development of middle housing in areas currently zoned R-1, R-1A, R-2, R-2A and MU-R (“low-density residential districts”)
++++ CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for the Regular Meeting on July 23, 2024 at 6 pm ++++
AGENDA on CONSENT:
- Mayer, Library – 2nd reading - FY 2025 Special Tax Rate: Fund the Provision of Library Services $0.2800 (28 cents per square foot for dwelling units, $0.4233 (42.33 cents) per square foot for industrial, commercial and institutional buildings
- Brown, City Attorney – 2nd reading – Youth voting in Berkeley School Board Elections: Ordinance providing for voting by persons aged 16 and 17 for office of School Director
- Brown, City Attorney – Municipal Code Amendments for Measure KK Compliance and Updated Settlement Authority increases the City Attorney to settle claims up to $50,000
- Friedrichsen, Budget – Contract $161,280 with Downtown YMCA for memberships for City employees
- Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations $4,525,000
- Gilman, HHCS - Public Facility Improvement Program Funds, 1. Reallocate $549,785 of FY 2024 Measure P funds from Insight Housing Russell Street Residence to Dwight Way Center
- Mayer Library – Appoint Priscilla Villanueva to Board of Library Trustees (BOLT)
- Ferris, Parks – License Agreement Revenue $11,498 with Masaba LLC., DBA Roaming Bean Coffee Vender to operate at Berkeley Waterfront for a 3-year term ending 7/31/2027
- Ferris, Parks – Lease Agreement with Youth Musical Theater Company from 9/1/2024 – 8/31/2034 with one 5-year option for City properties 295 and 2945 Bolivar Drive in Aquatic Park
- Louis, Police – Adopt approving the 2023 Annual Military Equipment Report, Assembly Bill 481
- Davis, Public Works – Contract $1,256,120 with Alta Planning & Design for Adeline Street Transportation Improvements Project
- Davis, Public Works – Contract $1,973,708 with Buhler Commercial for FY 2023 Retaining Wall and Storm Drain Improvement Project
- Davis, Public Works – Amend Contract No. 31900102 add $500,000 total $900,000 with Nute Engineering for on-call Civil Engineering Services for Sanitary Sewer Program from 6/30/2024 – 6/30/2025
- Davis, Public Works – Amend 1956 Maintenance Agreement with Caltrans to Include new I-80 Gilman Interchange
- Davis, Public Works – Change Football Game Day Parking Restrictions in Residential Preferential Parking (RPP) Zones
- Aguilar, PAB – Lease for Office Space for Office of the Director of Police Accountability Board (ODPA) at 1900 Addison
17. Gilman, HHCS – Substantial Amendments to PY 2018, PY 2019, PY 2020 and PY 2021 Annual Action Plans to Reallocate Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Funding City’s Public Facility Improvement Program 1. Reallocation of $478,500 CDBG from Senior Disabled Loan Rehabilitation Program to Public Facility Improvement Program, 2. Allocate $450,000 of reallocated funds to Insight Housing to 2140 Dwight Way, 3. Allocate $52,775 to Larkin Street Youth Services.
18. Davis, Public Works – North Berkeley BART Transit Oriented Development Bicycle Access Improvements on Virginia Street Bicycle Blvd, adopt one of two resolutions a. 12-foot-wide bikeway or b. 9-foot-wide bikeway (Transportation and Infrastructure Commission recommended 12-foot-wide bikeway) - Removed
19. Lunaparra – Adopt Resolution Approving Peaceful and Lawful Use of the Dwight Triangle as Public Open Space
20. Klein, Planning - LPO NOD: #LMSAP2024-0001 - 8 Greenwood Common
21. Davis, Public Works – Alameda County Transportation Commission Rail Safety Enhancement Program – Phase A
22. Landmarks Preservation Commission (LPC) – Annual Report
DISPOSITION of ITEMS REMOVED from DRAFT AGENDA:
- Referred to Health, Life Enrichment, Equity & Community Policy Committee - Commission on the Status of Women – Formation of a Sex Trafficking Task Force to Address Current Sex Trafficking in Berkeley
+++++++++++ LAND USE - WORK SESSIONS - SPECIAL MEETINGS +++++++++++++++
LAND USE CALENDAR
2600 Tenth Street 7/30/2024
3000 Shattuck (construct 10-story mixed-use building) TBD
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
- July 23 (3:30 pm) - Zoning Ordinance and General Plan Amendments Relating to Middle Housing
- July 30 - Special Meeting on Ballot Initiatives
- August 5 – Action to Place Ballot Measures on the Ballot
- September 17 - open
- October 22 - Draft Waterfront Specific Plan
UNSCHEDULED WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS
- Ashby BART Transit Oriented Development (TOD) Berkeley – El Cerrito Corridor Access Plan Presentation (tentative July)
- Feasibility Study Follow Up Session (housing feasibility moved to fall)
- Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation
PREVIOUSLY LISTED WORKSESSIONS and SPECIAL MEETINGS REMOVED FROM LIST
- Fire Department Standards of Coverage & Community Risk Assessment
- Presentation on Homelessness/Re-Housing/Thousand-Person Plan (TBD regular agenda)
July 7 - July 14, 2024
Worth Noting:
With no board or commission meetings during the week of the 4th of July the coming week is packed. Some boards and commissions that were rescheduled from the holiday week are meeting on “unusual” days. Additionally, August is when City Council, Boards and Commissions take a break, we are looking at a packed rest of July, before they all take off.
The City Council summer recess is from July 31 – September 9, 2024.
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
At the bottom are the directions for getting on or off the email list for the Activist’s Calendar and Activist’s Diary.
For how to make the most out of ZOOM with closed captioning, zoom transcripts, saving CHAT and converting YouTube to a transcript go to https://tinyurl.com/3jau6ym8
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, July 7, 2024 – no City meetings found
Monday, July 8, 2024
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Members: Arreguin, Hahn, Wengraf
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1606520294
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 652 0294
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve -7/23/2024 -- draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda below at the end of the list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Worksessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, REFERRED ITEMS FOR REVIEW: 8.Discussion and Possible Action on City Council Rules of Decorum, Procedural Rules, and Remote Public Comments, 9. City Council Legislative Redesign, UNSCHEDULED ITEMS: 10. Modifications of Improvements to City Council Meeting Procedures, 11. Strengthening and Supporting City Commission: Guidance on Development of Legislative Proposals, 12. Discussion and Recommendations on the Continued Use of Berkeley Considers Online Engagement Portal, 13. Consideration of Changes to Supplemental Material Timelines
CITY COUNCIL Closed Session at 4:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1606133036
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 613 3036
AGENDA: 1. Conference with Legal Counsel – Pending litigation – Worker’s Compensation Matters.
https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-special-closed-meeting-eagenda-july-8-2024
LANDMARKS PRESERVATION COMMISSION (LPC) at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. 1310 University – Structural Alteration Permit - #LMSA2024-001 – for Santa Fe Railway Station, 7. 2276 Shattuck - Structural Alteration Permit - #LMSA2024-005 – for the Morse Block Building, 8. 2000 Kala Bagai Way - Structural Alteration Permit - #LMSA2024-002 – for the Shattuck Square Building, 9. 1401 Le Roy – Mills Act Contract application - #LMMA2024-0001 for the John Galen Howard House, 10. 2227 Parker – Landmark or Structure of Merit - #LMIN2024-0001
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/landmarks-preservation-commission
PERSONNEL BOARD at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1301 Shattuck, Live Oak Park Community Center
AGENDA: V. Revise Job Class Specification – Mail Services Aide, VI. Establish Job Classification and Salary – Veterinarian, VII. Establish Job Classification and Salary – Public Health Investigator, VIII. Establish Job Classification and Salary – Assistant Fire Inspector, IX. Closed Session: Unrepresented Employee Appeal of Proposed Five-Day Suspension.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/personnel-board
Tuesday, July 9, 2024
CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 5 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1611898773
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 189 8773
AGENDA: one agenda item 1. Ordinance for Youth 16 and 17 year old voting in Berkeley School Board Elections and Resolution for youth 16 and 17 to vote in November 2024 election for office of School Director.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1611898773
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 189 8773
AGENDA: Use the link and choose the html option or see the agenda listed at the end of the calendar.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES ACT (MHSA) Community Input Meeting from 6 – 7:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/8446733966?pwd=OGp3Tm5LQTc5TGdhb2tYWllKcDVhdz09&omn=89471660365
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171
Meeting ID: 844 673 3966 Password: 081337
AGENDA: To share information and elicit input on the proposed MHSA Annual Update, Proposition 1 and mental health needs in Berkeley.
Meeting Contact: Karen Klatt (510) 981-7644, [email protected]
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/mental-health-services-act-mhsa-person-hybrid-community-input-meeting-2
Wednesday, July 10, 2024
4 x 4 TASK FORCE COMMITTEE on HOUSING at 10:30 am
Members City Council: Arreguin, Tregub, Hahn, Lunaparra, Members Rent Board: Simon-Weisberg, Johnson, Marrero, Walker
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1947 Center, 3rd Floor, Magnolia Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84183502120?pwd=UTjuFmvCYpPvhUDhtycaxcxXarQBzZ.1
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 841 8350 2120 Passcode: 139757
AGENDA: 6. Discussion/Possible Action on ballot measure to amend the Berkeley Rent Board Ordinance.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/4x4-joint-task-force-committee-housing
FREE CHAIR YOGA CLASSES from 11 am – 12 pm
In-Person: at 1900 Sixth Street, West Berkeley Family Wellness Center
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/free-chair-yoga-classes
COMMISSION on DISABILITY at 5 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 7. Presentation with Rex Brown, CoB DEI Officer: DEI and the Disability Community, 8. Presentation by AC Transit Planner Crystal Wang on proposed Transit-Supportive Design Guidelines (TSDG), i.e. bus stop design and multimodal integration with paratransit, sidewalk users, bikeways.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-disability
POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD at 6:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2020 Milvia, Suite 250
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82653396072
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 826 5339 6072
AGENDA: 5. Public Comment on agenda and non-agenda items, 7. ODPA Staff Report, *. Chair and Board Reports, 9. Police Chief Report, 10. Subcommittee Reports, 11. New Business all discussion and action: a. the “Policy and Practices Related to the Downtown Task Force and Bike Unit Allegations”, b. Public Records Act request to the California Highway Patrol for vehicle pursuit data submitted by the BPD, c. Proposal to systematize Board Training, d. BPD’s 2023 Annual Military Equipment, e. Introduction of the Office of Strategic Planning and Accountability, 12. Public Comment, 13. Closed Session.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
PARKS, RECREATION, AND WATERFRONT COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: 2800 Park, Frances Albrier Community Center
AGENDA: 8. Referral to designate Planter to Honor Ms. Richie Smith, 9. Community Survey of City needs and potential ballot measures for November 2024, 10. Draft Update - Local Hazard Mitigation Plan, 11. Stormwater Master Plan Project
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/parks-recreation-and-waterfront-commission
HOMELESS SERVICES PANEL of EXPERTS at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. Presentation on ramifications of SCOTUS Grants Pass decision, 7. Chair report on budget, 8. Reallocation of Measure P monies $549,785 from Russell House to Dwight Way
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/homeless-services-panel-experts
Thursday, July 11, 2024
MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES ACT (MHSA) Community Input Meeting from 6 – 7:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/8446733966?pwd=OGp3Tm5LQTc5TGdhb2tYWllKcDVhdz09&omn=89471660365
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171
Meeting ID: 844 673 3966 Password: 081337
AGENDA: To share information and elicit input on the proposed MHSA Annual Update, Proposition 1 and mental health needs in Berkeley.
Meeting Contact: Karen Klatt (510) 981-7644, [email protected]
https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/documents/MHSA%20FY25%20Annual%20Update%20Community%20Input%20Meetings%20Flyer_07-2024.pdf
BOARD of LIBRARY TRUSTEES (BOLT) at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 1125 University, West Branch
AGENDA: III.A. Adopt resolution to create two new positions to support Library operations and communications.
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
HOUSING ADVISORY COMMISSION (HAC) at 7 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. Presentation and Possible Action on Middle Housing Zoning, 7. Public Facilities Improvement Program – Insight Housing and Larkin Street Youth Services, 8. Draft update to Local Hazard Mitigation Plan, 9. Berkeley Age-Friendly Action Plan.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/housing-advisory-commission
ZONING ADJUSTMENT BOARD at 7 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88278593958
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171
Meeting ID: 882 7859 3958
AGENDA: only one project to be reviewed
2. 2427 San Pablo (between Channing & Dwight)–on consent– Use Permit #ZP2022-0115 - SB 330 density project - to demolish 2 existing multifamily buildings, construct 36,280 square foot, 5-story (70 feet 8 inches) residential building containing 8 replacement units and residential hotel (group living accommodation) with 70 single occupancy rooms (3 extremely low-income, 2 very low income, 3 low income) for a total of 78 units, 15 off-street auto parking,
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zoning-adjustments-board
Friday, July 12, 2024
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION Grants Subcommittee at 2 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1605915710
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252
Meeting ID: 160 591 5710
AGENDA: 5. FY 2025 Individual Artist Projects grant funding scenarios.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
MOVIES IN THE PARK – Trolls Band Together at 8:35 pm
Location: Strawberry Creek Park, 1260 Allston Way
Bring blankets, low-back beach chairs, flashlights for walking home.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/news/summer-evening-movies-berkeley-parks
Saturday, July 13, 2024
BERKELEY NEIGHBORHOODS COUNCIL (BNC) – no July meeting, next meeting August 10.
Sunday, June 14, 2024 – no city meetings found
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA and RULES COMMITTEE at 2:30 pm Monday, July 8, 2024
Members: Arreguin, Hahn, Wengraf
DRAFT AGENDA for City Council Regular 6 pm Meeting on July 23, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1606520294
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 652 0294
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
16. Gilman, HHCS – Substantial Amendments to PY 2018, PY 2019, PY 2020 and PY 2021 Annual Action Plans to Reallocate Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Funding City’s Public Facility Improvement Program 1. Reallocation of $478,500 CDBG from Senior Disabled Loan Rehabilitation Program to Public Facility Improvement Program, 2. Allocate $450,000 of reallocated funds to Insight Housing to 2140 Dwight Way, 3. Allocate $52,775 to Larkin Street Youth Services.
17. Louis, Police – Adopt approving the 2023 Annual Military Equipment Report
18. Davis, Public Works – North Berkeley BART Transit Oriented Development Bicycle Access Improvements on Virginia Street Bicycle Blvd, adopt one of two resolutions a. 12-foot-wide bikeway or b. 9-foot-wide bikeway (Transportation and Infrastructure Commission recommended 12-foot-wide bikeway)
19. Lunaparra – Adopt Resolution Approving Peaceful and Lawful Use of the Dwight Triangle as Public Open Space
INFORMATION REPORTS:
20. Klein, Planning - LPO NOD: #LMSAP2024-0001 - 8 Greenwood Common
21. Davis, Public Works – Alameda County Transportation Commission Rail Safety Enhancement Program – Phase A
22. Landmarks Preservation Commission (LPC) – Annual Report
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for Regular 6 pm Meeting on July 9, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1611898773
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 189 8773
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
14. Hahn, co-sponsors Bartlett, Taplin – Relinquishment of Council Office Budget Funds for co-sponsorship of Port Chicago Weekend 2024
15.Lunaparra – Amend 1/30/2024 Council action and remove Dwight Way/Telegraph Intersection from list of intersections being considered for additional surveillance technology
AGENDA on ACTION:
16. Radu, City Manager Office – Referral Response: Gap analysis of Berkeley’s Homelessness System of Care
17. Removed by Brown, City Attorney – Ordinance Providing for Voting by persons aged 16 and 17 for Office of School Director in November 2024 School Board Elections
18. Numainville, City Clerk – Initiative Petition – Initiative Ordinance Establishing Direct Rental Payments and Amending the Rent Stabilization Ordinance for 11/5/2024 election and designate by motion councilmembers to file ballot measure arguments
19. Numainville, City Clerk – Initiative Petition – Initiative Ordinance to Adopt a Special Tax on Natural Gas Consumption in Buildings 15,000 sq ft or larger for 11/5/2024 election and designate by motion councilmembers to file ballot measure arguments
20. Numainville, City Clerk – Initiative Petition – Initiative Ordinance creating a Parcel Tax for the Purpose of Funding Repairs and Improvements to Streets, Sidewalks and Pedestrian Paths (Fix the Streets & Sidewalks) for 11/5/2024 election and designate by motion councilmembers to file ballot measure arguments
21. Numainville, City Clerk – Initiative Petition – Initiative Ordinance Requiring the Adoption of Minimum Indoor Air Quality Standards in City-Owned and City-leased Buildings for 11/5/2024 election and designate by motion councilmembers to file ballot measure arguments
22. Numainville, City Clerk – Initiative Petition – Initiative Ordinance creating a Parcel Tax for the Purpose of Funding Repairs and Improvements to Streets, Sidewalks and Pedestrian Paths (Safe Streets) for 11/5/2024 election and designate by motion councilmembers to file ballot measure arguments
23. Harrison – Amendments to BMC 23C.22 Short Term Rentals – negative recommendation by the Land Use, Housing & Economic Development Committee
24. Lunaparra – Condemn University of California’s Anti-Labor Actions and Legal Tactics
INFORMATION REPORTS:
25. Klein, Planning – LPO NOD 1401 Le Roy Ave #LMSAP2024-0002
+++++++++++++++++++ Land Use - Work Sessions - Special Meetings +++++++++++++++
LAND USE CALENDAR
2600 Tenth Street 7/30/2024
3000 Shattuck (construct 10-story mixed-use building) TBD
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
UNSCHEDULED WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS
PREVIOUSLY LISTED WORKSESSIONS and SPECIAL MEETINGS REMOVED FROM LIST
Worth Noting:
With no board or commission meetings during the week of the 4th of July the coming week is packed. Some boards and commissions that were rescheduled from the holiday week are meeting on “unusual” days. Additionally, August is when City Council, Boards and Commissions take a break, we are looking at a packed rest of July, before they all take off.
The City Council summer recess is from July 31 – September 9, 2024.
- Monday, July 8, 2024:
- At 2:30 pm the Agenda Committee meets in the hybrid format to finalize the July 23 City Council Agenda.
- At 4:30 pm City Council meets in closed session.
- At 6:30 pm the LPC meets in person.
- At 7 pm the Personnel Board meets in person.
- Tuesday, July 9, 2024: All Tuesday meetings are hybrid.
- At 5 pm City Council meets on youth voting in school board elections.
- At 6 pm is the regular City Council meeting.
- From 6 – 7:30 pm is the Community meeting on the Mental Health Services Act.
- Wednesday, July 10, 2024:
- At 10:30 am the 4 x 4 Task Force Committee meets on a ballot measure to amend the Rent Board Ordinance.
- At 11 am is a free Chair Yoga class.
- At 5 pm the Commission on Disability meets in person with presentations on DEI and AC transit (bus stop) design guidelines.
- At 6:30 pm the PAB meets in the hybrid format.
- At 7 pm the Homeless Services Panel of Experts meets in person with a presentation on the SCOTUS Grants Pass decision on the agenda.
- At 7 pm the Parks, Recreation and Waterfront Commission meets in person.
- Thursday, July 11, 2024:
- From 6 – 7:30 pm is the Community meeting on the Mental Health Services Act.
- At 6:30 pm BOLT meets in person.
- At 7 pm the HAC meets in person with Middle Housing Zoning on the agenda.
- At 7 pm the ZAB meets in the hybrid format with only one project to review.
- Friday, July 12, 2024:
- At 2 pm the Civic Arts Commission subcommittee on grants meets on ZOOM.
- At 8:35 pm is family night movie Trolls Band Together in Strawberry Creek Park.
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
At the bottom are the directions for getting on or off the email list for the Activist’s Calendar and Activist’s Diary.
For how to make the most out of ZOOM with closed captioning, zoom transcripts, saving CHAT and converting YouTube to a transcript go to https://tinyurl.com/3jau6ym8
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, July 7, 2024 – no City meetings found
Monday, July 8, 2024
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Members: Arreguin, Hahn, Wengraf
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1606520294
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 652 0294
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve -7/23/2024 -- draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda below at the end of the list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Worksessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, REFERRED ITEMS FOR REVIEW: 8.Discussion and Possible Action on City Council Rules of Decorum, Procedural Rules, and Remote Public Comments, 9. City Council Legislative Redesign, UNSCHEDULED ITEMS: 10. Modifications of Improvements to City Council Meeting Procedures, 11. Strengthening and Supporting City Commission: Guidance on Development of Legislative Proposals, 12. Discussion and Recommendations on the Continued Use of Berkeley Considers Online Engagement Portal, 13. Consideration of Changes to Supplemental Material Timelines
- Removed from list of unscheduled items - Discussion Regarding Design and Strengthening of Policy Committees Process and Structure (Including Budget Referrals),
CITY COUNCIL Closed Session at 4:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1606133036
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 613 3036
AGENDA: 1. Conference with Legal Counsel – Pending litigation – Worker’s Compensation Matters.
https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-special-closed-meeting-eagenda-july-8-2024
LANDMARKS PRESERVATION COMMISSION (LPC) at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. 1310 University – Structural Alteration Permit - #LMSA2024-001 – for Santa Fe Railway Station, 7. 2276 Shattuck - Structural Alteration Permit - #LMSA2024-005 – for the Morse Block Building, 8. 2000 Kala Bagai Way - Structural Alteration Permit - #LMSA2024-002 – for the Shattuck Square Building, 9. 1401 Le Roy – Mills Act Contract application - #LMMA2024-0001 for the John Galen Howard House, 10. 2227 Parker – Landmark or Structure of Merit - #LMIN2024-0001
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/landmarks-preservation-commission
PERSONNEL BOARD at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1301 Shattuck, Live Oak Park Community Center
AGENDA: V. Revise Job Class Specification – Mail Services Aide, VI. Establish Job Classification and Salary – Veterinarian, VII. Establish Job Classification and Salary – Public Health Investigator, VIII. Establish Job Classification and Salary – Assistant Fire Inspector, IX. Closed Session: Unrepresented Employee Appeal of Proposed Five-Day Suspension.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/personnel-board
Tuesday, July 9, 2024
CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 5 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1611898773
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 189 8773
AGENDA: one agenda item 1. Ordinance for Youth 16 and 17 year old voting in Berkeley School Board Elections and Resolution for youth 16 and 17 to vote in November 2024 election for office of School Director.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1611898773
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 189 8773
AGENDA: Use the link and choose the html option or see the agenda listed at the end of the calendar.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES ACT (MHSA) Community Input Meeting from 6 – 7:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/8446733966?pwd=OGp3Tm5LQTc5TGdhb2tYWllKcDVhdz09&omn=89471660365
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171
Meeting ID: 844 673 3966 Password: 081337
AGENDA: To share information and elicit input on the proposed MHSA Annual Update, Proposition 1 and mental health needs in Berkeley.
Meeting Contact: Karen Klatt (510) 981-7644, [email protected]
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/mental-health-services-act-mhsa-person-hybrid-community-input-meeting-2
Wednesday, July 10, 2024
4 x 4 TASK FORCE COMMITTEE on HOUSING at 10:30 am
Members City Council: Arreguin, Tregub, Hahn, Lunaparra, Members Rent Board: Simon-Weisberg, Johnson, Marrero, Walker
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1947 Center, 3rd Floor, Magnolia Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84183502120?pwd=UTjuFmvCYpPvhUDhtycaxcxXarQBzZ.1
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 841 8350 2120 Passcode: 139757
AGENDA: 6. Discussion/Possible Action on ballot measure to amend the Berkeley Rent Board Ordinance.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/4x4-joint-task-force-committee-housing
FREE CHAIR YOGA CLASSES from 11 am – 12 pm
In-Person: at 1900 Sixth Street, West Berkeley Family Wellness Center
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/free-chair-yoga-classes
COMMISSION on DISABILITY at 5 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 7. Presentation with Rex Brown, CoB DEI Officer: DEI and the Disability Community, 8. Presentation by AC Transit Planner Crystal Wang on proposed Transit-Supportive Design Guidelines (TSDG), i.e. bus stop design and multimodal integration with paratransit, sidewalk users, bikeways.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-disability
POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD at 6:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2020 Milvia, Suite 250
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82653396072
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 826 5339 6072
AGENDA: 5. Public Comment on agenda and non-agenda items, 7. ODPA Staff Report, *. Chair and Board Reports, 9. Police Chief Report, 10. Subcommittee Reports, 11. New Business all discussion and action: a. the “Policy and Practices Related to the Downtown Task Force and Bike Unit Allegations”, b. Public Records Act request to the California Highway Patrol for vehicle pursuit data submitted by the BPD, c. Proposal to systematize Board Training, d. BPD’s 2023 Annual Military Equipment, e. Introduction of the Office of Strategic Planning and Accountability, 12. Public Comment, 13. Closed Session.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
PARKS, RECREATION, AND WATERFRONT COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: 2800 Park, Frances Albrier Community Center
AGENDA: 8. Referral to designate Planter to Honor Ms. Richie Smith, 9. Community Survey of City needs and potential ballot measures for November 2024, 10. Draft Update - Local Hazard Mitigation Plan, 11. Stormwater Master Plan Project
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/parks-recreation-and-waterfront-commission
HOMELESS SERVICES PANEL of EXPERTS at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. Presentation on ramifications of SCOTUS Grants Pass decision, 7. Chair report on budget, 8. Reallocation of Measure P monies $549,785 from Russell House to Dwight Way
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/homeless-services-panel-experts
Thursday, July 11, 2024
MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES ACT (MHSA) Community Input Meeting from 6 – 7:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/8446733966?pwd=OGp3Tm5LQTc5TGdhb2tYWllKcDVhdz09&omn=89471660365
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171
Meeting ID: 844 673 3966 Password: 081337
AGENDA: To share information and elicit input on the proposed MHSA Annual Update, Proposition 1 and mental health needs in Berkeley.
Meeting Contact: Karen Klatt (510) 981-7644, [email protected]
https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/documents/MHSA%20FY25%20Annual%20Update%20Community%20Input%20Meetings%20Flyer_07-2024.pdf
BOARD of LIBRARY TRUSTEES (BOLT) at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 1125 University, West Branch
AGENDA: III.A. Adopt resolution to create two new positions to support Library operations and communications.
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
HOUSING ADVISORY COMMISSION (HAC) at 7 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. Presentation and Possible Action on Middle Housing Zoning, 7. Public Facilities Improvement Program – Insight Housing and Larkin Street Youth Services, 8. Draft update to Local Hazard Mitigation Plan, 9. Berkeley Age-Friendly Action Plan.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/housing-advisory-commission
ZONING ADJUSTMENT BOARD at 7 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88278593958
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171
Meeting ID: 882 7859 3958
AGENDA: only one project to be reviewed
2. 2427 San Pablo (between Channing & Dwight)–on consent– Use Permit #ZP2022-0115 - SB 330 density project - to demolish 2 existing multifamily buildings, construct 36,280 square foot, 5-story (70 feet 8 inches) residential building containing 8 replacement units and residential hotel (group living accommodation) with 70 single occupancy rooms (3 extremely low-income, 2 very low income, 3 low income) for a total of 78 units, 15 off-street auto parking,
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zoning-adjustments-board
Friday, July 12, 2024
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION Grants Subcommittee at 2 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1605915710
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252
Meeting ID: 160 591 5710
AGENDA: 5. FY 2025 Individual Artist Projects grant funding scenarios.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
MOVIES IN THE PARK – Trolls Band Together at 8:35 pm
Location: Strawberry Creek Park, 1260 Allston Way
Bring blankets, low-back beach chairs, flashlights for walking home.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/news/summer-evening-movies-berkeley-parks
Saturday, July 13, 2024
BERKELEY NEIGHBORHOODS COUNCIL (BNC) – no July meeting, next meeting August 10.
Sunday, June 14, 2024 – no city meetings found
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA and RULES COMMITTEE at 2:30 pm Monday, July 8, 2024
Members: Arreguin, Hahn, Wengraf
DRAFT AGENDA for City Council Regular 6 pm Meeting on July 23, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1606520294
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 652 0294
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
- Mayer, Library – FY 2025 Special Tax Rate: Fund the Provision of Library Services $0.2800 (28 cents per square foot for dwelling units, $0.4233 (42.33 cents) per square foot for industrial, commercial and institutional buildings
- Brown, City Attorney – Municipal Code Amendments for Measure KK Compliance and Updated Settlement Authority increases the City Attorney to settle claims up to $50,000
- Friedrichsen, Budget – Contract $161,280 with Downtown YMCA for memberships for City employees
- Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations $4,525,000
- Gilman, HHCS - Public Facility Improvement Program Funds, 1. Reallocate $549,785 of FY 2024 Measure P funds from Insight Housing Russell Street Residence to Dwight Way Center
- Mayer Library – Appoint Priscilla Villanueva to Board of Library Trustees (BOLT)
- Ferris, Parks – License Agreement Revenue $11,498 with Masaba LLC., DBA Roaming Bean Coffee Vender to operate at Berkeley Waterfront for a 3-year term ending 7/31/2027
- Ferris, Parks – Lease Agreement with Youth Musical Theater Company from 9/1/2024 – 8/31/2034 with one 5-year option for City properties 295 and 2945 Bolivar Drive in Aquatic Park
- Davis, Public Works – Contract $1,256,120 with Alta Planning & Design for Adeline Street Transportation Improvements Project
- Davis, Public Works – Contract $1,973,708 with Buhler Commercial for FY 2023 Retaining Wall and Storm Drain Improvement Project
- Davis, Public Works – Amend Contract No. 31900102 add $500,000 total $900,000 with Nute Engineering for on-call Civil Engineering Services for Sanitary Sewer Program from 6/30/2024 – 6/30/2025
- Davis, Public Works – Amend 1956 Maintenance Agreement with Caltrans to Include new I-80 Gilman Interchange
- Davis, Public Works – Change Football Game Day Parking Restrictions in Residential Preferential Parking (RPP) Zones
- Aguilar, PAB – Lease for Office Space for Office of the Director of Police Accountability Board (ODPA) at 1900 Addison
- Commission on the Status of Women – Formation of a Sex Trafficking Task Force to Address Current Sex Trafficking in Berkeley
16. Gilman, HHCS – Substantial Amendments to PY 2018, PY 2019, PY 2020 and PY 2021 Annual Action Plans to Reallocate Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Funding City’s Public Facility Improvement Program 1. Reallocation of $478,500 CDBG from Senior Disabled Loan Rehabilitation Program to Public Facility Improvement Program, 2. Allocate $450,000 of reallocated funds to Insight Housing to 2140 Dwight Way, 3. Allocate $52,775 to Larkin Street Youth Services.
17. Louis, Police – Adopt approving the 2023 Annual Military Equipment Report
18. Davis, Public Works – North Berkeley BART Transit Oriented Development Bicycle Access Improvements on Virginia Street Bicycle Blvd, adopt one of two resolutions a. 12-foot-wide bikeway or b. 9-foot-wide bikeway (Transportation and Infrastructure Commission recommended 12-foot-wide bikeway)
19. Lunaparra – Adopt Resolution Approving Peaceful and Lawful Use of the Dwight Triangle as Public Open Space
INFORMATION REPORTS:
20. Klein, Planning - LPO NOD: #LMSAP2024-0001 - 8 Greenwood Common
21. Davis, Public Works – Alameda County Transportation Commission Rail Safety Enhancement Program – Phase A
22. Landmarks Preservation Commission (LPC) – Annual Report
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for Regular 6 pm Meeting on July 9, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1611898773
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 189 8773
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
- Klein, Planning – 2nd reading of Ordinance No. 7,924-N.S.- Amendments to Zoning Ordinance BMC 23.326 Demolition and Dwelling Unit Controls (Demolition Ordinance)
- Oyekanmi, Finance – 2nd reading of Ordinance No. 7,925-N.S.- FY 2025 Tax Rate: Fund Fire Protection and Emergency Response and Preparedness (Measure GG) at annual tax rate of $0.0629 per square foot of improvements
- Friedrichsen, Budget – 2nd reading of Ordinance No. 7,926-N.S.- FY Annual Appropriations $776,943,545 (gross) and $670,897,257 (net)
- Police Accountability Board (PAB) – Appointment of new member by Taplin
- Numainville, City Clerk - Policies and Timeline for Filing Ballot Measures Arguments
- Louis, Police – Grant Application $300,000: Bureau of Justice Assistance Body-Worn Camera Policy and Implementation Program to Support Law Enforcement Agencies
- Sprague, Fire – Contract $150,000 ($75,000/year) with Gallup, Inc. for Employee Engagement and Development, 8/1/2024 – 9/30/2026
- Sprague, Fire – Purchase Agreement $7,353,115, sales tax $751,206, prepay discount $951,353 with Pierce Manufacturing, Inc. and contract amendment No. 078804-1 (8068) add $9,492,845 (prior to sales tax, equipment only) NTE amount $26,693,305 with Banc of America Public Capital Corp. for Master Equipment Lease/Purchase Agreement paid over 7 years at an annual interest rate of 4.1438% and 1st payment not later than 4/9/2025 for 3 Pierce Enforcer 1500 GPM Type 1Fire Engines and 2 Aerial Fire Trucks
- Kouyoumdjian, HR – Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Civilian Instructor – Establish Job Class Specifications and hourly salary range of $31.5568 - $38.7241
- Kouyoumdjian, HR – Amend Contract No. 32000224 total cost $375,000 with Goinvest, Inc. for Labor Costing Software and Analysis Services 5/23/2024 – 6/30/2026
- Ferris, Parks – Contract $3,080,000 which includes $28,000 contingency with Rincon Consultants for Environmental Support Services for the Berkeley Water Transportation Pier Ferry Project
- Davis, Public Works – Contract $12,361,800 with Bay Cities Paving & Grading, Inc. for Street Rehabilitation FY 2024 Project.
14. Hahn, co-sponsors Bartlett, Taplin – Relinquishment of Council Office Budget Funds for co-sponsorship of Port Chicago Weekend 2024
15.Lunaparra – Amend 1/30/2024 Council action and remove Dwight Way/Telegraph Intersection from list of intersections being considered for additional surveillance technology
AGENDA on ACTION:
16. Radu, City Manager Office – Referral Response: Gap analysis of Berkeley’s Homelessness System of Care
17. Removed by Brown, City Attorney – Ordinance Providing for Voting by persons aged 16 and 17 for Office of School Director in November 2024 School Board Elections
18. Numainville, City Clerk – Initiative Petition – Initiative Ordinance Establishing Direct Rental Payments and Amending the Rent Stabilization Ordinance for 11/5/2024 election and designate by motion councilmembers to file ballot measure arguments
19. Numainville, City Clerk – Initiative Petition – Initiative Ordinance to Adopt a Special Tax on Natural Gas Consumption in Buildings 15,000 sq ft or larger for 11/5/2024 election and designate by motion councilmembers to file ballot measure arguments
20. Numainville, City Clerk – Initiative Petition – Initiative Ordinance creating a Parcel Tax for the Purpose of Funding Repairs and Improvements to Streets, Sidewalks and Pedestrian Paths (Fix the Streets & Sidewalks) for 11/5/2024 election and designate by motion councilmembers to file ballot measure arguments
21. Numainville, City Clerk – Initiative Petition – Initiative Ordinance Requiring the Adoption of Minimum Indoor Air Quality Standards in City-Owned and City-leased Buildings for 11/5/2024 election and designate by motion councilmembers to file ballot measure arguments
22. Numainville, City Clerk – Initiative Petition – Initiative Ordinance creating a Parcel Tax for the Purpose of Funding Repairs and Improvements to Streets, Sidewalks and Pedestrian Paths (Safe Streets) for 11/5/2024 election and designate by motion councilmembers to file ballot measure arguments
23. Harrison – Amendments to BMC 23C.22 Short Term Rentals – negative recommendation by the Land Use, Housing & Economic Development Committee
24. Lunaparra – Condemn University of California’s Anti-Labor Actions and Legal Tactics
INFORMATION REPORTS:
25. Klein, Planning – LPO NOD 1401 Le Roy Ave #LMSAP2024-0002
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LAND USE CALENDAR
2600 Tenth Street 7/30/2024
3000 Shattuck (construct 10-story mixed-use building) TBD
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
- July 23 (3:30 pm) Zoning Ordinance and General Plan Amendments Relating to Middle Housing
- July 30 Special Meeting on Ballot Initiatives
- September 17 - open
- October 22 - Draft Waterfront Specific Plan
UNSCHEDULED WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS
- Ashby BART Transit Oriented Development (TOD) Berkeley – El Cerrito Corridor Access Plan Presentation (tentative July)
- Feasibility Study Follow Up Session (housing feasibility moved to fall)
- Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation
PREVIOUSLY LISTED WORKSESSIONS and SPECIAL MEETINGS REMOVED FROM LIST
- Fire Department Standards of Coverage & Community Risk Assessment
- Presentation on Homelessness/Re-Housing/Thousand-Person Plan (TBD regular agenda)
June 23 - June 30, 2024
Worth Noting:
Busy week. Council has a lot to finish up before Summer Recess July 31 – September 9, 2024.
At the bottom are the directions for getting on or off the email list for the Activist’s Calendar and Activist’s Diary.
For how to make the most out of ZOOM with closed captioning, zoom transcripts, saving CHAT and converting YouTube to a transcript go to https://tinyurl.com/3jau6ym8
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, June 23, 2024 – no City meetings found
Monday, June 24, 2024
Igor Tregub sworn in as District 4 Councilmember at 1:30 pm.
ZOOM link: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1612011070
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1606547705
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 654 7705
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve -7/9/2024 -- draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda below at the end of the list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Worksessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review: 8.Discussion and Possible Action on City Council Rules of Decorum, Procedural Rules, and Remote Public Comments, 9. City Council Legislative Redesign, Unscheduled Items: 10. Modifications of Improvements to City Council Meeting Procedures, 11. Strengthening and Supporting City Commission: Guidance on Development of Legislative Proposals, 12. Discussion and Recommendations on the Continued Use of Berkeley Considers Online Engagement Portal, 13. Consideration of Changes to Supplemental Material Timelines
CITY COUNCIL Closed Session at 4:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1608132858
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 813 2858
AGENDA: 1. Conference with Legal Counsel – existing litigation regarding National Prescription Opiate Litigation US District Court, Northern District of Ohio, Eastern Division, MDL 2804, Case No. 1:17-md-2804, 2. Conference with Labor Negotiators – employee organizations Berkeley fire fighters Local 1227 I.A.F.F., Berkeley Fire Chief Officers Local 1227 I.A.F.F., Berkeley Police Association, SEIU 1021 Community services and Part-Time Recreation Activity leaders, SEIU 1021 Maintenance and Clerical Public Union Local 1, Unrepresented Employees.
https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-closed-meeting-eagenda-june-24-2024
Tuesday, June 25, 2024
CITY COUNCIL (same login for both meetings) – Special meeting at 3:30 pm and Regular meeting at 6 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1602106200
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 210 6200
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING at 3:30 pm
AGENDA on ACTION:
1.Zoning Ordinance BMC 23.326 Demolition and Dwelling Unit Controls (Demolition Ordinance)
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING at 6 pm (follows 3:30 pm meeting)
AGENDA: Use the link and choose the html option to review by agenda item, choose pdf for the entire packet or see the agenda listed at the end of the calendar.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Wednesday, June 26, 2024
BERKELEY MENTAL HEALTH PRIDE CELEBRATION and Resource Fair from 11:30 am – 2 pm
Location: 2640 Martin Luther King Way, Adult Mental Health Clinic
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/berkeley-mental-health-pride-celebration
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Russell, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library
AGENDA: 6. Presentations, Discussion & Action a) Approval of Design Development Phase of Artwork for the West service Center by Lara Kaur, b) FY 2025 Community Festivals and Art Programs Grant Process Memo, c) FY 2025 Community Festivals Grant Awards, d) FY 2025 Arts Programs Grant Awards. E0 Approval of Commission Subcommittees and Subcommittee members, f) Discussion of Potential arts Ballots Measure and Approval of Letter to Council, g) Berkeley Arts and Music Summit and Berkeley Cultural Trust, h) Report on Community Convening to Discuss a West Berkeley arts & Culture District, i) Presentation: State Designation Process for Cultural Districts, j) Presentation: FY 2023 Artist Grantee Showcase Video, k) Presentation: FY 2024 Public Art Accomplishments, l) FY 2025 Civic Arts Commission Work Plan.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
ENVIRONMENT and CLIMATE COMMISSION MEETING at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 7. General Plan Update: Disaster Preparedness and Safety, Environmental Justice and Climate Metrics, 8. Consider action on joint City Council item with the Zero Waste Commission requesting support for BHS reusable tableware program, 9. Draft Local Hazard Mitigation Plan, 11. Cesar Chavez landfill GHG management a. New information: May 24 2024 off-agenda memo providing an Update on Environmental Testing at former City landfill.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/environment-and-climate-commission
POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD at 6:30 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: 2020 Milvia, Suite 250
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82653396072
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 826 5339 6072
AGENDA: 3. Public comment on agenda and non-agenda items, 5. ODPA Staff Report c) Use of Force, d) Recap of the Center for Evidence-Based Crime Policy Symposium, 7. Police Chief Report, 9. a. Specialized Care Unit (SCU), b. July 18, 2024 Community Forum at the Hope Center, c. Initiate policy review on Computer Voice Stress Analysis technology and use by BPD (Recent Article June 4, 2024 in SF Chronicle “It’s been called junk science as accurate as a Ouija board. Why are police agencies using this tool?” names Berkeley Police Department as using the described junk science - Computer Voice Stress Analysis https://www.sfchronicle.com/california/article/law-enforcement-technology-investigations-18756947.php 10. Public comment, Closed session.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
DISASTER and FIRE SAFETY COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 997 Cedar, Fire Department Training Center
AGENDA: 4. Support of the Grizzly Peak Mitigation Project, Recommendation to Support Vegetation Management in Fire Zones, 5. Local Hazard Mitigation Plan (LHMP), 6. Ad-Hoc LHMP Workgroup for DFSC feedback on First Draft LHMP for action at August 7, 2024 meeting.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/disaster-and-fire-safety-commission
Thursday, June 27, 2024 – Presidential Debate from 6 - 7:30 pm
FREE COMMUNITY CARNIVAL and PICNIC at GROVE PARK from 10 am – 4 pm
Location: at 1730 Oregon, Grove Park
Free Picnic and activities for Kids, Teens and Adults, Games, Inflatables, Music, Obstacle Course, Petting Zoo, Sports Zone, Tot Zone, Treats
Tots lunch begins at 11 am, everyone else begins at noon
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/news/free-community-carnival-and-picnic-grove-park-june-27
COMMUNITY HEALTH COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 2. Public Health Officer’s Report, 5. Local Hazard Mitigation Plan, 6. Letter from Community Member Concerning Wood Burning, 7. Review Workplan, Priorities and Goals.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/community-health-commission
MENTAL HEALTH COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 3. Presentation Police Captain Schofield on Response by Police Department to Mental Health Crisis calls, 4. SCU Update, 5. Letter to the City Auditor, 6. Discussion and review of Berkeleyside article about “Berkeley returns $400,000 in housing funds meant for homeless hotel” write and vote on an opinion to be sent to the city manager, city council and/or Berkeley Mental Health Division, 7. Mental Health Manager’s Report and Caseload Statistics.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/mental-health-commission
ZONING ADJUSTMENT BOARD at 7 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82823674905
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171
Meeting ID: 828 2367 4905
AGENDA: 2. 3031 Adeline @ Emerson – Use Permit #ZP2018-0156 – to demolish a single-story, approximately 1,000 sq ft commercial building and 10,000 sq ft parking lot and construct 52,000 sq ft 75-ft tall mixed-use building with 60 dwelling units (including 8 very low income and 7 low income) 4,000 sq ft commercial and 21 off-street parking spaces.Project per DRC is to resolve Bird safe issues, high hazard corner windows (DRC issues page 12).
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zoning-adjustments-board
Friday, June 28, 2024
FREE Mpox Vaccine Pop-Up from 4 – 8 pm
Location: at 2107 Fourth Street, Steamworks Baths
Note: It takes 2 vaccine doses for protection
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/free-mpox-vaccine-pop
MOVIES in the PARK: TOP GUN from 8:35 – 11 pm
Location: at 1301 Shattuck, Live Oak Park
NOTES: If driving, early arrival is recommended as there is limited parking, bring blankets, and/or low back beach chairs and flashlights for walking out to go home. This is an alcohol-free event.
Use link for details and to Register for Childcare
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/movies-park-top-gun-maverick
Saturday, June 29, 2024
ADOPT-A-SPOT VOLUNTEER APPRECIATION PICNIC from 12:30 – 3:30 pm
Use link to Register
Location: at 1231 Addison, Strawberry Creek Park
Note: This is a potluck style event
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/adopt-spot-volunteer-appreciation-picnic
FREE Mpox Vaccine Pop-Up from 4 – 8 pm
Location: at 2107 Fourth Street, Steamworks Baths
Note: It takes 2 vaccine doses for protection
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/free-mpox-vaccine-pop
Sunday, June 30, 2024 – no City meetings found
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AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm on June 24, 2024
DRAFT AGENDA for City Council July 9, 2024 Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1606547705
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 654 7705
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
AGENDA on CONSENT:
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for Special Meeting at 3:30 pm and Regular 6 pm Meeting on June 25, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1602106200
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 210 6200
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING at 3:30 pm
AGENDA on ACTION:
2.Zoning Ordinance BMC 23.326 Demolition and Dwelling Unit Controls (Demolition Ordinance)
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING at 6 pm
AGENDA on CONSENT:
49.Gilman, HHCS – Reserve $24,500,000 to support the development of affordable housing at the North Berkeley BART Site, Phase 1 a. Bridge Housing $10,657,975, b. East Bay Asian Local Development Corporation $5,473,534, c. Insight PSH Project $8,368,491, 2. Waive section 1.A.1 of Housing trust Fund Guidelines for Applicant Experience for Insight Housing, 3. Authorize CM of designee to disburse up to $2,000,000 of the $24,500,000 for predevelopment,
50.Gilman, HHCS – Approval of North Berkeley BART Affordable Housing Compliance Plan,
DISPOSITION of ITEMS REMOVED from DRAFT AGENDA:
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LAND USE CALENDAR
2600 Tenth Street 7/30/2024
3000 Shattuck (construct 10-story mixed-use building) TBD
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
PREVIOUSLY LISTED WORKSESSIONS and SPECIAL MEETINGS REMOVED FROM LIST
Worth Noting:
Busy week. Council has a lot to finish up before Summer Recess July 31 – September 9, 2024.
- Monday, June 24, 2024:
- At 1:30 pm Igor Tregub is sworn in as District 4 Councilmember.
- At 2:30 pm the Agenda and Rules Committee meets in the hybrid format to finalize the July 9 Council draft agenda and to discuss/take action on the Council Legislative Redesign.
- At 4:30 pm the Council meets in closed session.
- Tuesday, June 25, 2024:
- At 3:30 pm the Council meets in the hybrid format to take action on the Demolition Ordinance.
- At 6 pm is the Council regular meeting with items 49 & 50 on the North Berkeley BART housing project funding and Compliance Plan. Item 53 is the FY 2025 / 2026 biennial budget.
- Wednesday, June 26, 2024:
- From 11:30 am – 2 pm is the Berkeley Mental Health Pride Celebration.
- At 6 pm the Civic Arts Commission meets in person.
- At 6 pm the Environment and Climate Commission meets in person.
- At 6:30 pm the Police Accountability Board meets in the hybrid format.
- At 7 pm the Disaster and Fire Safety Commission meets in person.
- Thursday, June 27, 2024:
- From 10 am – 4 pm is a free Berkeley picnic with activities for all ages.
- At 6:30 pm the Community Health Commission meets in person.
- At 7 pm the Mental Health Commission meets in person.
- At 7 pm the Zoning Adjustment Board meets in the Hybrid format on 3031 Adeline.
- Friday, June 28, 2024:
- From 4 – 8 pm is the free Mpox vaccine pop-up.
- At 8:35 pm is the movie Top Gun in the park.
- Saturday, June 29, 2024:
- From 12:30 – 3:30 is the Adopt-A-Spot picnic.
- From 4 – 8 pm is the free Mpox vaccine pop-up.
At the bottom are the directions for getting on or off the email list for the Activist’s Calendar and Activist’s Diary.
For how to make the most out of ZOOM with closed captioning, zoom transcripts, saving CHAT and converting YouTube to a transcript go to https://tinyurl.com/3jau6ym8
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, June 23, 2024 – no City meetings found
Monday, June 24, 2024
Igor Tregub sworn in as District 4 Councilmember at 1:30 pm.
ZOOM link: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1612011070
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1606547705
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 654 7705
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve -7/9/2024 -- draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda below at the end of the list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Worksessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review: 8.Discussion and Possible Action on City Council Rules of Decorum, Procedural Rules, and Remote Public Comments, 9. City Council Legislative Redesign, Unscheduled Items: 10. Modifications of Improvements to City Council Meeting Procedures, 11. Strengthening and Supporting City Commission: Guidance on Development of Legislative Proposals, 12. Discussion and Recommendations on the Continued Use of Berkeley Considers Online Engagement Portal, 13. Consideration of Changes to Supplemental Material Timelines
- Removed from list of unscheduled items - Discussion Regarding Design and Strengthening of Policy Committees Process and Structure (Including Budget Referrals),
CITY COUNCIL Closed Session at 4:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1608132858
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 813 2858
AGENDA: 1. Conference with Legal Counsel – existing litigation regarding National Prescription Opiate Litigation US District Court, Northern District of Ohio, Eastern Division, MDL 2804, Case No. 1:17-md-2804, 2. Conference with Labor Negotiators – employee organizations Berkeley fire fighters Local 1227 I.A.F.F., Berkeley Fire Chief Officers Local 1227 I.A.F.F., Berkeley Police Association, SEIU 1021 Community services and Part-Time Recreation Activity leaders, SEIU 1021 Maintenance and Clerical Public Union Local 1, Unrepresented Employees.
https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-closed-meeting-eagenda-june-24-2024
Tuesday, June 25, 2024
CITY COUNCIL (same login for both meetings) – Special meeting at 3:30 pm and Regular meeting at 6 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1602106200
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 210 6200
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING at 3:30 pm
AGENDA on ACTION:
1.Zoning Ordinance BMC 23.326 Demolition and Dwelling Unit Controls (Demolition Ordinance)
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING at 6 pm (follows 3:30 pm meeting)
AGENDA: Use the link and choose the html option to review by agenda item, choose pdf for the entire packet or see the agenda listed at the end of the calendar.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Wednesday, June 26, 2024
BERKELEY MENTAL HEALTH PRIDE CELEBRATION and Resource Fair from 11:30 am – 2 pm
Location: 2640 Martin Luther King Way, Adult Mental Health Clinic
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/berkeley-mental-health-pride-celebration
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Russell, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library
AGENDA: 6. Presentations, Discussion & Action a) Approval of Design Development Phase of Artwork for the West service Center by Lara Kaur, b) FY 2025 Community Festivals and Art Programs Grant Process Memo, c) FY 2025 Community Festivals Grant Awards, d) FY 2025 Arts Programs Grant Awards. E0 Approval of Commission Subcommittees and Subcommittee members, f) Discussion of Potential arts Ballots Measure and Approval of Letter to Council, g) Berkeley Arts and Music Summit and Berkeley Cultural Trust, h) Report on Community Convening to Discuss a West Berkeley arts & Culture District, i) Presentation: State Designation Process for Cultural Districts, j) Presentation: FY 2023 Artist Grantee Showcase Video, k) Presentation: FY 2024 Public Art Accomplishments, l) FY 2025 Civic Arts Commission Work Plan.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
ENVIRONMENT and CLIMATE COMMISSION MEETING at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 7. General Plan Update: Disaster Preparedness and Safety, Environmental Justice and Climate Metrics, 8. Consider action on joint City Council item with the Zero Waste Commission requesting support for BHS reusable tableware program, 9. Draft Local Hazard Mitigation Plan, 11. Cesar Chavez landfill GHG management a. New information: May 24 2024 off-agenda memo providing an Update on Environmental Testing at former City landfill.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/environment-and-climate-commission
POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD at 6:30 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: 2020 Milvia, Suite 250
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82653396072
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 826 5339 6072
AGENDA: 3. Public comment on agenda and non-agenda items, 5. ODPA Staff Report c) Use of Force, d) Recap of the Center for Evidence-Based Crime Policy Symposium, 7. Police Chief Report, 9. a. Specialized Care Unit (SCU), b. July 18, 2024 Community Forum at the Hope Center, c. Initiate policy review on Computer Voice Stress Analysis technology and use by BPD (Recent Article June 4, 2024 in SF Chronicle “It’s been called junk science as accurate as a Ouija board. Why are police agencies using this tool?” names Berkeley Police Department as using the described junk science - Computer Voice Stress Analysis https://www.sfchronicle.com/california/article/law-enforcement-technology-investigations-18756947.php 10. Public comment, Closed session.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
DISASTER and FIRE SAFETY COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 997 Cedar, Fire Department Training Center
AGENDA: 4. Support of the Grizzly Peak Mitigation Project, Recommendation to Support Vegetation Management in Fire Zones, 5. Local Hazard Mitigation Plan (LHMP), 6. Ad-Hoc LHMP Workgroup for DFSC feedback on First Draft LHMP for action at August 7, 2024 meeting.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/disaster-and-fire-safety-commission
Thursday, June 27, 2024 – Presidential Debate from 6 - 7:30 pm
FREE COMMUNITY CARNIVAL and PICNIC at GROVE PARK from 10 am – 4 pm
Location: at 1730 Oregon, Grove Park
Free Picnic and activities for Kids, Teens and Adults, Games, Inflatables, Music, Obstacle Course, Petting Zoo, Sports Zone, Tot Zone, Treats
Tots lunch begins at 11 am, everyone else begins at noon
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/news/free-community-carnival-and-picnic-grove-park-june-27
COMMUNITY HEALTH COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 2. Public Health Officer’s Report, 5. Local Hazard Mitigation Plan, 6. Letter from Community Member Concerning Wood Burning, 7. Review Workplan, Priorities and Goals.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/community-health-commission
MENTAL HEALTH COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 3. Presentation Police Captain Schofield on Response by Police Department to Mental Health Crisis calls, 4. SCU Update, 5. Letter to the City Auditor, 6. Discussion and review of Berkeleyside article about “Berkeley returns $400,000 in housing funds meant for homeless hotel” write and vote on an opinion to be sent to the city manager, city council and/or Berkeley Mental Health Division, 7. Mental Health Manager’s Report and Caseload Statistics.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/mental-health-commission
ZONING ADJUSTMENT BOARD at 7 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82823674905
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171
Meeting ID: 828 2367 4905
AGENDA: 2. 3031 Adeline @ Emerson – Use Permit #ZP2018-0156 – to demolish a single-story, approximately 1,000 sq ft commercial building and 10,000 sq ft parking lot and construct 52,000 sq ft 75-ft tall mixed-use building with 60 dwelling units (including 8 very low income and 7 low income) 4,000 sq ft commercial and 21 off-street parking spaces.Project per DRC is to resolve Bird safe issues, high hazard corner windows (DRC issues page 12).
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zoning-adjustments-board
Friday, June 28, 2024
FREE Mpox Vaccine Pop-Up from 4 – 8 pm
Location: at 2107 Fourth Street, Steamworks Baths
Note: It takes 2 vaccine doses for protection
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/free-mpox-vaccine-pop
MOVIES in the PARK: TOP GUN from 8:35 – 11 pm
Location: at 1301 Shattuck, Live Oak Park
NOTES: If driving, early arrival is recommended as there is limited parking, bring blankets, and/or low back beach chairs and flashlights for walking out to go home. This is an alcohol-free event.
Use link for details and to Register for Childcare
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/movies-park-top-gun-maverick
Saturday, June 29, 2024
ADOPT-A-SPOT VOLUNTEER APPRECIATION PICNIC from 12:30 – 3:30 pm
Use link to Register
Location: at 1231 Addison, Strawberry Creek Park
Note: This is a potluck style event
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/adopt-spot-volunteer-appreciation-picnic
FREE Mpox Vaccine Pop-Up from 4 – 8 pm
Location: at 2107 Fourth Street, Steamworks Baths
Note: It takes 2 vaccine doses for protection
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/free-mpox-vaccine-pop
Sunday, June 30, 2024 – no City meetings found
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AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm on June 24, 2024
DRAFT AGENDA for City Council July 9, 2024 Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1606547705
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 654 7705
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
AGENDA on CONSENT:
- Police Accountability Board (PAB) – Appointment of new member by Taplin
- Numainville, City Clerk - Policies and Timeline for Filing Ballot Measures Arguments
- Louis, Police – Grant Application $300,000: Bureau of Justice Assistance Body-Worn Camera Policy and Implementation Program to Support Law Enforcement Agencies
- Sprague, Fire – Contract $150,000 ($75,000/year) with Gallup, Inc. for Employee Engagement and Development, 8/1/2024 – 9/30/2026
- Sprague, Fire – Purchase Agreement $7,353,115, sales tax $751,206, prepay discount $951,353 with Pierce Manufacturing, Inc. and contract amendment No. 078804-1 (8068) add $9,492,845 (prior to sales tax, equipment only) NTE amount $26,693,305 with Banc of America Public Capital Corp. for Master Equipment Lease/Purchase Agreement paid over 7 years at an annual interest rate of 4.1438% and 1st payment not later than 4/9/2025 for 3 Pierce Enforcer 1500 GPM Type 1Fire Engines and 2 Aerial Fire Trucks
- Kouyoumdjian, HR – Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Civilian Instructor – Establish Job Class Specifications and hourly salary range of $31.5568 - $38.7241
- Kouyoumdjian, HR – Amend Contract No. 32000224 total cost $375,000 with Goinvest, Inc. for Labor Costing Software and Analysis Services 5/23/2024 – 6/30/2026
- Ferris, Parks – Contract $3,080,000 which includes $28,000 contingency with Rincon Consultants for Environmental Support Services for the Berkeley Water Transportation Pier Ferry Project
- Davis, Public Works – Contract $12,361,800 with Bay Cities Paving & Grading, Inc. for Street Rehabilitation FY 2024 Project.
- Hahn, co-sponsors Bartlett, Taplin – Relinquishment of Council Office Budget Funds for co-sponsorship of Port Chicago Weekend 2024
- Brown, City Attorney – Ordinance Providing for Voting by persons aged 16 and 17 for Office of School Director in November 2024 School Board Elections
- Numainville, City Clerk – Initiative Petition – Initiative Ordinance Establishing Direct Rental Payments and Amending the Rent Stabilization Ordinance for 11/5/2024 election and designate by motion councilmembers to file ballot measure arguments
- Numainville, City Clerk – Initiative Petition – Initiative Ordinance to Adopt a Special Tax on Natural Gas Consumption in Buildings 15,000 sq ft or larger for 11/5/2024 election and designate by motion councilmembers to file ballot measure arguments
- Numainville, City Clerk – Initiative Petition – Initiative Ordinance creating a Parcel Tax for the Purpose of Funding Repairs and Improvements to Streets, Sidewalks and Pedestrian Paths (Fix the Streets & Sidewalks) for 11/5/2024 election and designate by motion councilmembers to file ballot measure arguments
- Numainville, City Clerk – Initiative Petition – Initiative Ordinance Requiring the Adoption of Minimum Indoor Air Quality Standards in City-Owned and City-leased Buildings for 11/5/2024 election and designate by motion councilmembers to file ballot measure arguments
- Numainville, City Clerk – Initiative Petition – Initiative Ordinance creating a Parcel Tax for the Purpose of Funding Repairs and Improvements to Streets, Sidewalks and Pedestrian Paths (Safe Streets) for 11/5/2024 election and designate by motion councilmembers to file ballot measure arguments
- Radu, City Manager Office – Referral Response: Gap analysis of Berkeley’s Homelessness System of Care
- Harrison – Amendments to BMC 23C.22 Short Term Rentals – negative recommendation by the Land Use, Housing & Economic Development Committee
- Lunaparra – Condemn University of California’s Anti-Labor Actions and Legal Tactics
- Klein, Planning – LPO NOD 1401 Le Roy Ave #LMSAP2024-0002
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for Special Meeting at 3:30 pm and Regular 6 pm Meeting on June 25, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1602106200
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 210 6200
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING at 3:30 pm
AGENDA on ACTION:
2.Zoning Ordinance BMC 23.326 Demolition and Dwelling Unit Controls (Demolition Ordinance)
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING at 6 pm
AGENDA on CONSENT:
- Oyekanmi, Finance – 2nd reading 7,912-N.S. – FY 2025 Tax Rate: Fund Debt Service on Neighborhood Branch Library Improvements Project General Obligation Bonds (Measure FF, November 2008 election) at 0.0048%
- Oyekanmi, Finance – 2nd reading 7,913-N.S. – FY 2025 Tax Rate: Fund Debt Service on the Street and Watershed Improvements General Obligation Bonds (Measure M, November 2012 Election) at 0.0064%
- Oyekanmi, Finance – 2nd reading 7,914-N.S. – FY 2025 Tax Rate: Fund Debt Service on 2015 Refunding General Obligation Bonds (Measures G,S & I) at 0.0111%
- Oyekanmi, Finance – 2nd reading 7,915-N.S. – FY 2025 Tax Rate: Fund Debt Service on the Infrastructure and facilities General Obligation Bonds (Measure T1 November 2016 election) at 0.0136%
- Oyekanmi, Finance – 2nd reading 7,916-N.S. – FY 2025 Tax Rate: Fund Debt Service on the Affordable Housing General Obligation Bonds (Measure O November 2018 election) at 0.0250%
- Oyekanmi, Finance – 2nd reading 7,917-N.S. – FY 2025 Tax Rate: Business License Tax on Large Non-Profits $0.8207 per square foot of improvements
- Oyekanmi, Finance – 2nd reading 7,918-N.S. – FY 2025 Tax Rate: Fund the Maintenance of Parks, City Trees and Landscaping at $0.2210 per square foot of improvements
- Oyekanmi, Finance – 2nd reading 7,919-N.S. – FY 2025 Tax Rate: Fund the Provision of Emergency Medical Services (Paramedic Tax) at $0.0468 per square foot of improvements
- Oyekanmi, Finance – 2nd reading 7,920-N.S. – FY 2025 Tax Rate: Fund Emergency Services for the Severely Disabled (Measure E) at $0.02094 per square foot of improvements
- Oyekanmi, Finance – 2nd reading 7,921-N.S. – FY 2025 Tax Rate: Fund Firefighting, Emergency Medical Response and Wildfire Prevention (Measure FF) at annual tax rate of $0.1220 per square foot of improvements
- Wong, Auditor – 2nd reading 7,922 - Amendments to BMC 2.24 to Establish Whistleblower Program Authority, to formally establish the City Auditor’s authority to receive and refer reports of fraud, waste or abuse as well as investigate those reports and any reports of retaliation against whistleblowers
- Numainville, City Clerk – Minutes
- Arredondo, CM Office – Contract $2,000,000 ($1,000,000/FY) with Community Initiatives | Live Free USA to design, implement, and assess the Custom Notification and Street Outreach Services component of the CoB Gun Violence intervention and Prevention Program for a 2-year pilot
- Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2025 Tax Rate: Fund Fire Protection and Emergency Response and Preparedness (Measure GG) at annual tax rate of $0.0629 per square foot of improvements
- Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations Total $2,730,000 1. $2,250,000 On-call Landscape Architectural Services, 2. $480,000 FY 2023 Streetlight Maintenance Project
- Oyekanmi, Finance – Appropriations Limit for FY 2025 $353,538,057
- Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2025 Reaffirm the Investment Policy and Designation of Investment Authority
- Sprague, Fire – MOU with City of El Cerrito to provide year-round automatic aid in each jurisdiction for fire, technical rescue, emergency medical and other emergency response, rescinding Resolutions No. 68,820-N.S. and 66,821-N.S. and maintaining the existing mutual response area agreement until the year-round fire and emergency services agreement is ratified
- Sprague, Fire – Contract $200,000 for Fire Records Management Software from 7/1/2024 – 3/3/2027 with 1 3-year option to extend
- Sprague, Fire – Purchase Order $400,000Wildfire Defense Mesh from 6/1/2024 – 5/31/2027 with option to extend for 3-years
- Gilman, HHCS – Adopt Resolution Prioritizing City-Owned Land for Affordable Housing and Noticing of Potential Disposition of City-Owned Land consistent with Surplus Lands Act
- Gilman, HHCS – Revised operating Budget for Golden Bear Homes (1620 San Pablo) with understanding the operating of Homekey may necessitate a future reservation of Approximately $500,000 if other sources are not identified
- Gilman HHCS – Reserve additional $4,496,669 in Housing Trust Fund program funds for development loan agreement for BRIDGE Housing affordable housing project at 1740 San Pablo
- Gilman, HHCS – Revenue Grant Agreement $375,000 for FY 2025 from State of California for Maternal, Child and Adolescent Health (MCAH) Program
- Gilman, HHCS – Revenue Grant Agreement from Alameda County for public health promotion, protection and prevention for FY 2025, 1. BHS & Berkeley Tech $183,918, 2. School Linked (Measure A) $200,011, 3. Tobacco Prevention $81,329
- Kouyoumdjian, HR – MOU SEIU Local 1021 Maintenance & Clerical Chapters6/27/2024 – 7/26/2027 approves a new Classification and Salary table
- Kouyoumdjian, HR – Unrepresented Employee Group Salaries, Longevity Differential, and Vision Insurance
- Kouyoumdjian, HR – MOU Berkeley EMS Professionals IAFF Local 1227 from 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2026
- Fong, IT – Contract $1,324,193 with Accela, Inc for Software Upgrade and Maintenance 7/1/2024 – 6/30/2027
- Fong, IT – Amend spending authority with AHEAD, Inc for purchase of Varonis subscription software licenses utilizing California Department of General Services software Licensing Program add $550,890 total $973,804.51 1312023 – 9/28/2025
- Mayer, Library – FY 2025 Special Tax Rate to Fund the Provision of Library Services $0.2800 (28 cents) per sq foot for dwelling units and $0.4233 (42.33 cents) per sq foot for industrial, commercial and institutional buildings
- Ferris, Parks – Grant Application $25,000 California Fire Foundation-Camps Wildfire Response Equipment
- Louis, Police – Audit Recommendation Status Overtime and Security Work for Outside Entities
- Davis, Public Works – Approve Proposed Projects Anticipated to be paid for by State’s Road Maintenance and Rehabilitation Account funds for FY 2024-2025
- Davis, Public Works – Contract $1,069,200 includes contingency $97,200 with Bay Construction for Second Street STAIR Center Site Improvements and Shelter Units Project
- Davis, Public Works – Accept Grant $1,500,000 from U.S. EPA for West Berkeley Aquatic Park Stormwater Improvement Project to plan, design and construct bioretention garden for the Channing Way Micro-Watershed and the installation of 2 Hydrodynamic separators on the Bancroft Street culvert and Channing Way
- Davis, Public Works – Accept Grant from Alameda CTC CIP 2024 Adeline Corridor Transportation Improvements
- Davis, Public Works – Contract $1,461,394 includes $145,616 contingency with B Brothers Construction, Inc. for West Berkeley Service Center Improvements Project
- Davis, Public Works – Contract $850,000 with Edgeworth Integration, LLC for Installation of External Fixed Video Cameras at Council Approved Intersections
- Housing Advisory Commission – Adopt a Resolution Supporting the Bay Area Housing Finance Authority’s 2024 Regional Affordable Housing Bond
- Mental Health Commission – Appointment of Ajay Krishnan to Mental Health Commission 6/25/2024 – 6/24/2027
- Parks, Recreation and Waterfront Commission – FY 2024 / 2025 Budget Referral Allocation of $100,000 to fund a Nexus Study as a first step toward adopting a Parks Impact Fee for new developments
- Arreguin, co-sponsor Kesarwani, Hahn – Relinquishment of council office budget funds up to $500 to DBA for Front Row Festival
- Arreguin, co-sponsors Kesarwani, Bartlett, Hahn – Support for ACA 14 – The Basic Standards at UC Act
- Arreguin, co-sponsor Hahn – Accept grant $100,000 from San Francisco Foundation and engage Planet DMA (DBA DMA INK) in consulting work associated with the Equitable Black Berkeley Iniative and execute a new contract with Gail McGuire (at weekly rate $2000 for 12 weeks) to support EBB community engagement
- Arreguin – Amend Contract No. 32000196 add $32,500 total $336,000 with Szabo & Associates for communication consulting services for the Mayor’s Office and extend to 11/30/2024
- Taplin, co[sponsors Arreguin, Lunaparra - Relinquishment of council office budget funds up to $500 to Downtown Pride on the Plaza
49.Gilman, HHCS – Reserve $24,500,000 to support the development of affordable housing at the North Berkeley BART Site, Phase 1 a. Bridge Housing $10,657,975, b. East Bay Asian Local Development Corporation $5,473,534, c. Insight PSH Project $8,368,491, 2. Waive section 1.A.1 of Housing trust Fund Guidelines for Applicant Experience for Insight Housing, 3. Authorize CM of designee to disburse up to $2,000,000 of the $24,500,000 for predevelopment,
50.Gilman, HHCS – Approval of North Berkeley BART Affordable Housing Compliance Plan,
- Davis, Public Works - Levy and Collection of FY 2025 Street Lighting Assessments
- Davis, Public Works – Approval and Levy of 2018 Clean FY 2025 Stormwater Fee
- Friedrichsen, Budget – FY Annual Appropriations $776,943,545 (gross) and $670,897,257 (net)
- Oyekanmi, Finance - Borrowing of $36,000,000 and the sale and issuance of FY 2024-2025 Tax and Revenue Anticipation Notes
- Harrison – Adopt Ordinance adding chapter BMC 12.75 to establish protections relating to horses held, owned, used, exhibited or otherwise kept for racing or other sport, entertainment or profit
- Oyekanmi, Finance -Accept Risk Analysis for Long-Term Debt (Bonding Capacity) Report provided by Government Finance Officers Association
- Harrison, co-sponsors Bartlett, Hahn – Adopt Ordinance adding chapter BMC 12.01 Establishing Emergency GHG limits, Process for Updated Climate Action Plan, Monitoring, Evaluation, Reporting and Regional Collaboration
- Kesarwani, co-sponsors Humbert, Wengraf – Referral to CM and FY 2025 & FY 2026 Biennial Budget $400,000 ($200,000/ year) to develop and fund a RFP to support Berkeley Based non-profit food assistance providers serving food insecure households,
- Friedrichsen, Budget – Voluntary Time Off Program
- Friedrichsen, Budget – Status Report – Berkeley’s Financial Condition (FY 2012 – 2021) Pension Liabilities and Infrastructure Need Attention
- Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 2nd Quarter Investment Report ended 12/31/2023
- Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 3rd Quarter Investment Report ended 3/31/2024
- Zero Waste Commission – FY 2024-FY 2025 Work Plan
DISPOSITION of ITEMS REMOVED from DRAFT AGENDA:
- Referred to Parks Commission - Bartlett – Officially name the raised concrete bed at the southeast corner of Alcatraz and Adeline in honor of Richie Brook-Cole Smith (Ms. Richie)
- Continued to July 9 - Community Health Commission – Dark Skies Ordinance
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LAND USE CALENDAR
2600 Tenth Street 7/30/2024
3000 Shattuck (construct 10-story mixed-use building) TBD
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
- June 25 - 3:30 pm – Demolition Ordinance
- June 25 – 3:15 pm – Adopt results of May 28 election
- September 17 - open
- October 22 - Draft Waterfront Specific Plan
- Ashby BART Transit Oriented Development (TOD) Berkeley – El Cerrito Corridor Access Plan Presentation (tentative July)
- Feasibility Study Follow Up Session (housing feasibility moved to fall)
- Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation
- Presentation on Homelessness/Re-Housing/Thousand-Person Plan (TBD regular agenda)
PREVIOUSLY LISTED WORKSESSIONS and SPECIAL MEETINGS REMOVED FROM LIST
- Fire Department Standards of Coverage & Community Risk Assessment
June 16 - June 23, 2024
Worth Noting:
The City Council Agendas for the two meetings on June 25 are available for comment: (1) Special Council meeting at 3:30 pm is the Demolition Ordinance, (2) Regular Council meeting at 6 pm includes FY 2025 / 2026 biennial budget (item 53) and North Berkeley BART affordable housing development (items 49, 50). (Agenda and links posted near end of calendar above Land Use and Worksession / Special Meetings)
For how to make the most out of ZOOM with closed captioning, zoom transcripts, saving CHAT and converting YouTube to a transcript go to https://tinyurl.com/3jau6ym8
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, June 16, 2024 – Father’s Day
RIBBON-CUTTING CEREMONY for NEW SCULPTURE from 11:30 am – 12:15 pm
Sculpture: Delivered, Mable’s Promissory Note by Mildred Howard
Address: Corner of Martin Luther King Jr Way and Adeline / South of Ashby BART
AGENDA: Use link for speaker list.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/ribbon-cutting-ceremony-new-sculpture
BERKELEY JUNETEENTH FESTIVAL from 11 am – 7 pm
Location: The website does not provide details of the location of festival activities.
https://berkeleyjuneteenth.org
Monday, June 17, 2024
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION Grants Subcommittee at 10 am
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1605915710
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252
Meeting ID: 160 591 5710
AGENDA: 5. FY 2025 Individual Artist Projects grant funding scenarios
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
Tuesday, June 18, 2024
MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES ACT (MHSA) COMMUNITY INPUT Meetings at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/8446733966?pwd=OGp3Tm5LQTc5TGdhb2tYWllKcDVhdz09&omn=89471660365
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171
Meeting ID: 844-673-3966 Password: 081337
AGENDA: Last week of community meetings to share information and provide input on CoB Mental Health Services Act (MHSA) Funding and Services and Proposition
For more information contact Karen Klatt 510-981-7644, [email protected]
Wednesday, June 19, 2024 – Juneteenth Federal Holiday
BUDGET & FINANCE COMMITTEE at 12 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 1st Floor – Cypress Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1613129131
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 312 9131
AGENDA: 2. FY 2025 / 2026 Proposed Budget
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-budget-finance
COMMISSION on AGING at 1:30 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: Discussion / Action Items 1. City Council referral Ask City Council to include Senior programs in the monthly newsletters, 2. City Council referral Companion Report Achieving Goals of 2018 Berkeley age-Friendly Action Plan, 3. Presentation Proposal : Berkeley’s Missing Middle zoning, Justin Horner, 4. Presentation Proposal Senior Services Coalition of alameda County to discuss the groups work, 5. Presentation Proposal Street Trauma Prevention Initiative and the commission’s report to city council – Disaster and Fire Services Commissioner Mike Wilson, Presentation Proposal Violence Affecting elderly Women and Men, trends, analysis, and proposals for public and private actions to improve safety.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-aging
4 X 4 JOINT TASK FORCE (Council and Rent Board) at 3 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: 1947 Center, Magnolia Room 3rd Floor
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89668320203?pwd=ZyBHMqaARp9dyspi5HrdJ6jI0obygl.1
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 896 6832 0203 Passcode: 201457
AGENDA: Discussion and possible action: 6. To recommend the Council place a ballot measure to amend the Berkeley Rent Ordinance on the November 2024 election, 7. Proposed amendments to the Demolition Ordinance to be considered on June 25, 8. Planning Department issuing permits for elective work that triggers the Relocation Ordinance (BMC 13.840 for tenant-occupied rental units.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/4x4-joint-task-force-committee-housing
MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES ACT (MHSA) COMMUNITY INPUT Meetings at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Gooseberry Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/8446733966?pwd=OGp3Tm5LQTc5TGdhb2tYWllKcDVhdz09&omn=89471660365
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171
Meeting ID: 844-673-3966 Password: 081337
AGENDA: Last Community meeting to share information and provide input on CoB Mental Health Services Act (MHSA) Funding and Services and Proposition
For more information contact Karen Klatt 510-981-7644, [email protected]
COMMISSION on the STATUS of WOMEN at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 7. Proposed Recommendation to Council regarding Drafting and Distribuation of Materials to Inform Older Homeowners, Many of Whom are Older Women, and Minority Homeowners Vulnerable to Exploitation from Realtors, Appraisers, Mortgage Lender, Speculators and others, 8. Proposed Letter on Support for Families Displaced from Golden Gate Fields.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-status-women
HUMAN WELFARE and COMMUNITY ACTION COMMISSION at 7 pm
Meetings are noted as the 3rd Wednesday of the month. No meeting announcement or agenda is posted. Check after Monday.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/human-welfare-and-community-action-commission
Thursday, June 20, 2024
DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE (DRC) at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Gooseberry Room
AGENDA: 1. 1598 University – Continued Final Design – to demolish an existing non-residential structure and construct a 134,409 sq ft 8-story mixed-use residential building containing 207 dwelling units (including 21 very-low income units), 5787 sq ft commercial space, 39 parking spaces and 92 bicycle parking spaces.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/design-review-committee
TRANSPORTATION and INFRASTRUCTURE COMMISSION at 6:15 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Aspen Room
AGENDA: Discussion / Action Items 1. 7:10 pm - Alameda County Transportation Commission (ACTC) Rail Safety Enhancement Program (RSEP) proposes to implement pedestrian and roadway safety improvements at 27 (5 in Berkeley) existing at-grade crossings, 2. 7:45 pm - North Berkeley BART Station Bike Access Improvements – Virginia Street Bike Blvd – two options to be presented Option A wider bikeway, retains adjacent sidewalk width, remove 5-8 parking spaces, Option B narrower bikeway, narrows sidewalk, retains parking spaces between Acton and West on north side of Virginia.
Announcement Flyer: https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/CABERKE/bulletins/3a1df7e
Street Diagrams: https://cityofberkeley.app.box.com/s/csnouo7qnkqhakebc8llscbu1e5r9fpj Commission webpage:
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/transportation-and-infrastructure-commission
ZERO WASTE COMMISSION at 5:30 pm
In-Person: at 1326 Allston, CoB Corporation Yard, Ratcliff Building, Willow Room
AGENDA: 6. 6 pm - Staff update progress on SB-1383 Implementation, Discussion / Action Items 1. 6:15 pm – presentation of Zero Waste Legislative Updates from Californians Against Waste Representative, 2. 6:45 pm – Report out from the Special Events Subcommittee and Green Building Subcommittee, 3. 7 pm – Discuss the City’s First Draft Local Hazard Mitigation Plan (LHMP)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zero-waste-commission
FAIR CAMPAIGN PRACTICES COMMISSION (FCPC) – OPEN GOVERNMENT COMMISSION (OGC) at 6:30 pm
FCPC and OGC normally meet the 3rd Thursday of the month at 6:30 pm in the Cypress Room at 2180 Milvia, 1st floor. No meeting announcement or agenda is posted. Check after Monday.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/fair-campaign-practices-commission
RENT STABILIZATION BOARD at 7 pm
The Rent Board normally meets the 3rd Thursday of the month in the hybrid format. In person location is at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
No meeting announcement or agenda is posted. Check after Monday.
https://rentboard.berkeleyca.gov
Friday, June 21, 2024 – Juneteenth Observed by City of Berkeley
LIVE at LIVE OAK: JAZZ MUSIC at 7 pm, doors open at 6:15 pm
In-Person: at 1301 Shattuck, Live Oak Community Center
Use link for event details and to register. Cost $25 per person for event, cost for onsite child care $25 per child.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/live-live-oak-jazz-music
Saturday, June 22, 2024 – No City meetings found
Sunday, June 23, 2024 – No City meetings found
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for Special Meeting at 3:30 pm and Regular 6 pm Meeting on June 25, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1602106200
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 210 6200
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING at 3:30 pm
AGENDA on ACTION:
1.Zoning Ordinance BMC 23.326 Demolition and Dwelling Unit Controls (Demolition Ordinance)
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING at 6 pm
AGENDA on CONSENT:
36. Davis, Public Works – Contract $1,069,200 includes contingency $97,200 with Bay Construction for Second Street STAIR Center Site Improvements and Shelter Units Project
37. Davis, Public Works – Accept Grant $1,500,000 from U.S. EPA for West Berkeley Aquatic Park Stormwater Improvement Project to plan, design and construct bioretention garden for the Channing Way Micro-Watershed and the installation of 2 Hydrodynamic separators on the Bancroft Street culvert and Channing Way
38. Davis, Public Works – Accept Grant from Alameda CTC CIP 2024 Adeline Corridor Transportation Improvements
39. Davis, Public Works – Contract $1,461,394 includes $145,616 contingency with B Brothers Construction, Inc. for West Berkeley Service Center Improvements Project
40. Davis, Public Works – Contract $850,000 with Edgeworth Integration, LLC for Installation of External Fixed Video Cameras at Council Approved Intersections
41. Housing Advisory Commission – Adopt a Resolution Supporting the Bay Area Housing Finance Authority’s 2024 Regional Affordable Housing Bond
42. Mental Health Commission – Appointment of Ajay Krishnan to Mental Health Commission 6/25/2024 – 6/24/2027
43. Parks, Recreation and Waterfront Commission – FY 2024 / 2025 Budget Referral Allocation of $100,000 to fund a Nexus Study as a first step toward adopting a Parks Impact Fee for new developments
44. Arreguin, co-sponsor Kesarwani, Hahn – Relinquishment of council office budget funds up to $500 to DBA for Front Row Festival
45. Arreguin, co-sponsors Kesarwani, Bartlett, Hahn – Support for ACA 14 – The Basic Standards at UC Act
46. Arreguin, co-sponsor Hahn – Accept grant $100,000 from San Francisco Foundation and engage Planet DMA (DBA DMA INK) in consulting work associated with the Equitable Black Berkeley Iniative and execute a new contract with Gail McGuire (at weekly rate $2000 for 12 weeks) to support EBB community engagement
47. Arreguin – Amend Contract No. 32000196 add $32,500 total $336,000 with Szabo & Associates for communication consulting services for the Mayor’s Office and extend to 11/30/2024
48. Taplin, co[sponsors Arreguin, Lunaparra - Relinquishment of council office budget funds up to $500 to Downtown Pride on the Plaza
AGENDA on ACTION:
49.Gilman, HHCS – Reserve $24,500,000 to support the development of affordable housing at the North Berkeley BART Site, Phase 1 a. Bridge Housing $10,657,975, b. East Bay Asian Local Development Corporation $5,473,534, c. Insight PSH Project $8,368,491, 2. Waive section 1.A.1 of Housing trust Fund Guidelines for Applicant Experience for Insight Housing, 3. Authorize CM of designee to disburse up to $2,000,000 of the $24,500,000 for predevelopment,
50.Gilman, HHCS – Approval of North Berkeley BART Affordable Housing Compliance Plan,
51. Davis, Public Works - Levy and Collection of FY 2025 Street Lighting Assessments
52. Davis, Public Works – Approval and Levy of 2018 Clean FY 2025 Stormwater Fee
53.Friedrichsen, Budget Manager – Adopt Biennial Budget for FY 2025 & 2026
54. Friedrichsen, Budget – FY Annual Appropriations $776,943,545 (gross) and $670,897,257 (net)
55. Oyekanmi, Finance - Borrowing of $36,000,000 and the sale and issuance of FY 2024-2025 Tax and Revenue Anticipation Notes
56. Harrison – Adopt Ordinance adding chapter BMC 12.75 to establish protections relating to horses held, owned, used, exhibited or otherwise kept for racing or other sport, entertainment or profit
57. Oyekanmi, Finance -Accept Risk Analysis for Long-Term Debt (Bonding Capacity) Report provided by Government Finance Officers Association
58. Harrison, co-sponsors Bartlett, Hahn – Adopt Ordinance adding chapter BMC 12.01 Establishing Emergency GHG limits, Process for Updated Climate Action Plan, Monitoring, Evaluation, Reporting and Regional Collaboration
59. Kesarwani, co-sponsors Humbert, Wengraf – Referral to CM and FY 2025 & FY 2026 Biennial Budget $400,000 ($200,000/ year) to develop and fund a RFP to support Berkeley Based non-profit food assistance providers serving food insecure households,
INFORMATION REPORTS:
60.Friedrichsen, Budget – Voluntary Time Off Program
61. Friedrichsen, Budget – Status Report – Berkeley’s Financial Condition (FY 2012 – 2021) Pension Liabilities and Infrastructure Need Attention
62. Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 2nd Quarter Investment Report ended 12/31/2023
63. Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 3rd Quarter Investment Report ended 3/31/2024
64. Zero Waste Commission – FY 2024-FY 2025 Work Plan
DISPOSITION of ITEMS REMOVED from DRAFT AGENDA:
LAND USE CALENDAR
2600 Tenth Street 7/30/2024
3000 Shattuck (construct 10-story mixed-use building) TBD
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
PREVIOUSLY LISTED WORKSESSIONS and SPECIAL MEETINGS REMOVED FROM LIST
Worth Noting:
The City Council Agendas for the two meetings on June 25 are available for comment: (1) Special Council meeting at 3:30 pm is the Demolition Ordinance, (2) Regular Council meeting at 6 pm includes FY 2025 / 2026 biennial budget (item 53) and North Berkeley BART affordable housing development (items 49, 50). (Agenda and links posted near end of calendar above Land Use and Worksession / Special Meetings)
- Sunday, June 16, 2024: From 11 am to 7 pm is the Juneteenth Festival with the Dedication of Mildred Howard’s sculpture by/south of Ashby BART at 11:30 Delivered, Mable’s Promissory Note.
- Monday, June 17, 2024: At 10 am the Civic Arts Commission Grants Subcommittee meets on zoom.
- Tuesday, June 18, 2024: At 6 pm the Community meeting to provide input on the Mental Health Services Act meets in the hybrid format.
- Wednesday, June 19, 2024, Juneteenth Federal Holiday:
- At 12 pm the Budget Committee meets in the hybrid format to finalize the FY 2025 / 2026 proposed Budget for full council review and approval on June 25.
- At 1:30 pm the Commission on Aging meets in person at 1:30 pm.
- At 3 pm the 4 x 4 Committee meets in the hybrid format with agenda item 7 proposed amendments to the Demolition Ordinance.
- At 6 pm is the last Community meeting to provide input on the Mental Health Services Act. The meeting is in the hybrid format.
- At 7 pm the Commission on the Status of Women meets in person.
- No agenda is posted for the Human Welfare and Community Action Commission – check after the weekend.
- Thursday, June 20, 2024:
- At 5:30 pm the Zero Waste Commission meets in person.
- At 6:15 pm the Transportation and Infrastructure Commission meets in person with the proposal on the Virginia Street bicycle lane expected to start around 7:45 pm.
- At 6:30 pm the Design Review Committee (DRC) meets in person on 1598 University.
- The agendas for the Fair Campaign Practices Commission (6:30 pm) and Rent Board (7 pm) are not posted. Check after Monday.
- Friday, June 21, 2024:
- The CoB offices observe the Juneteenth Holiday.
- At 7 pm is Jazz at Live Oak Park Community Center
For how to make the most out of ZOOM with closed captioning, zoom transcripts, saving CHAT and converting YouTube to a transcript go to https://tinyurl.com/3jau6ym8
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, June 16, 2024 – Father’s Day
RIBBON-CUTTING CEREMONY for NEW SCULPTURE from 11:30 am – 12:15 pm
Sculpture: Delivered, Mable’s Promissory Note by Mildred Howard
Address: Corner of Martin Luther King Jr Way and Adeline / South of Ashby BART
AGENDA: Use link for speaker list.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/ribbon-cutting-ceremony-new-sculpture
BERKELEY JUNETEENTH FESTIVAL from 11 am – 7 pm
Location: The website does not provide details of the location of festival activities.
https://berkeleyjuneteenth.org
Monday, June 17, 2024
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION Grants Subcommittee at 10 am
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1605915710
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252
Meeting ID: 160 591 5710
AGENDA: 5. FY 2025 Individual Artist Projects grant funding scenarios
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
Tuesday, June 18, 2024
MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES ACT (MHSA) COMMUNITY INPUT Meetings at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/8446733966?pwd=OGp3Tm5LQTc5TGdhb2tYWllKcDVhdz09&omn=89471660365
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171
Meeting ID: 844-673-3966 Password: 081337
AGENDA: Last week of community meetings to share information and provide input on CoB Mental Health Services Act (MHSA) Funding and Services and Proposition
For more information contact Karen Klatt 510-981-7644, [email protected]
Wednesday, June 19, 2024 – Juneteenth Federal Holiday
BUDGET & FINANCE COMMITTEE at 12 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 1st Floor – Cypress Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1613129131
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 312 9131
AGENDA: 2. FY 2025 / 2026 Proposed Budget
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-budget-finance
COMMISSION on AGING at 1:30 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: Discussion / Action Items 1. City Council referral Ask City Council to include Senior programs in the monthly newsletters, 2. City Council referral Companion Report Achieving Goals of 2018 Berkeley age-Friendly Action Plan, 3. Presentation Proposal : Berkeley’s Missing Middle zoning, Justin Horner, 4. Presentation Proposal Senior Services Coalition of alameda County to discuss the groups work, 5. Presentation Proposal Street Trauma Prevention Initiative and the commission’s report to city council – Disaster and Fire Services Commissioner Mike Wilson, Presentation Proposal Violence Affecting elderly Women and Men, trends, analysis, and proposals for public and private actions to improve safety.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-aging
4 X 4 JOINT TASK FORCE (Council and Rent Board) at 3 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: 1947 Center, Magnolia Room 3rd Floor
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89668320203?pwd=ZyBHMqaARp9dyspi5HrdJ6jI0obygl.1
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 896 6832 0203 Passcode: 201457
AGENDA: Discussion and possible action: 6. To recommend the Council place a ballot measure to amend the Berkeley Rent Ordinance on the November 2024 election, 7. Proposed amendments to the Demolition Ordinance to be considered on June 25, 8. Planning Department issuing permits for elective work that triggers the Relocation Ordinance (BMC 13.840 for tenant-occupied rental units.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/4x4-joint-task-force-committee-housing
MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES ACT (MHSA) COMMUNITY INPUT Meetings at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Gooseberry Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/8446733966?pwd=OGp3Tm5LQTc5TGdhb2tYWllKcDVhdz09&omn=89471660365
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171
Meeting ID: 844-673-3966 Password: 081337
AGENDA: Last Community meeting to share information and provide input on CoB Mental Health Services Act (MHSA) Funding and Services and Proposition
For more information contact Karen Klatt 510-981-7644, [email protected]
COMMISSION on the STATUS of WOMEN at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 7. Proposed Recommendation to Council regarding Drafting and Distribuation of Materials to Inform Older Homeowners, Many of Whom are Older Women, and Minority Homeowners Vulnerable to Exploitation from Realtors, Appraisers, Mortgage Lender, Speculators and others, 8. Proposed Letter on Support for Families Displaced from Golden Gate Fields.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-status-women
HUMAN WELFARE and COMMUNITY ACTION COMMISSION at 7 pm
Meetings are noted as the 3rd Wednesday of the month. No meeting announcement or agenda is posted. Check after Monday.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/human-welfare-and-community-action-commission
Thursday, June 20, 2024
DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE (DRC) at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Gooseberry Room
AGENDA: 1. 1598 University – Continued Final Design – to demolish an existing non-residential structure and construct a 134,409 sq ft 8-story mixed-use residential building containing 207 dwelling units (including 21 very-low income units), 5787 sq ft commercial space, 39 parking spaces and 92 bicycle parking spaces.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/design-review-committee
TRANSPORTATION and INFRASTRUCTURE COMMISSION at 6:15 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Aspen Room
AGENDA: Discussion / Action Items 1. 7:10 pm - Alameda County Transportation Commission (ACTC) Rail Safety Enhancement Program (RSEP) proposes to implement pedestrian and roadway safety improvements at 27 (5 in Berkeley) existing at-grade crossings, 2. 7:45 pm - North Berkeley BART Station Bike Access Improvements – Virginia Street Bike Blvd – two options to be presented Option A wider bikeway, retains adjacent sidewalk width, remove 5-8 parking spaces, Option B narrower bikeway, narrows sidewalk, retains parking spaces between Acton and West on north side of Virginia.
Announcement Flyer: https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/CABERKE/bulletins/3a1df7e
Street Diagrams: https://cityofberkeley.app.box.com/s/csnouo7qnkqhakebc8llscbu1e5r9fpj Commission webpage:
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/transportation-and-infrastructure-commission
ZERO WASTE COMMISSION at 5:30 pm
In-Person: at 1326 Allston, CoB Corporation Yard, Ratcliff Building, Willow Room
AGENDA: 6. 6 pm - Staff update progress on SB-1383 Implementation, Discussion / Action Items 1. 6:15 pm – presentation of Zero Waste Legislative Updates from Californians Against Waste Representative, 2. 6:45 pm – Report out from the Special Events Subcommittee and Green Building Subcommittee, 3. 7 pm – Discuss the City’s First Draft Local Hazard Mitigation Plan (LHMP)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zero-waste-commission
FAIR CAMPAIGN PRACTICES COMMISSION (FCPC) – OPEN GOVERNMENT COMMISSION (OGC) at 6:30 pm
FCPC and OGC normally meet the 3rd Thursday of the month at 6:30 pm in the Cypress Room at 2180 Milvia, 1st floor. No meeting announcement or agenda is posted. Check after Monday.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/fair-campaign-practices-commission
RENT STABILIZATION BOARD at 7 pm
The Rent Board normally meets the 3rd Thursday of the month in the hybrid format. In person location is at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
No meeting announcement or agenda is posted. Check after Monday.
https://rentboard.berkeleyca.gov
Friday, June 21, 2024 – Juneteenth Observed by City of Berkeley
LIVE at LIVE OAK: JAZZ MUSIC at 7 pm, doors open at 6:15 pm
In-Person: at 1301 Shattuck, Live Oak Community Center
Use link for event details and to register. Cost $25 per person for event, cost for onsite child care $25 per child.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/live-live-oak-jazz-music
Saturday, June 22, 2024 – No City meetings found
Sunday, June 23, 2024 – No City meetings found
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for Special Meeting at 3:30 pm and Regular 6 pm Meeting on June 25, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1602106200
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 210 6200
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING at 3:30 pm
AGENDA on ACTION:
1.Zoning Ordinance BMC 23.326 Demolition and Dwelling Unit Controls (Demolition Ordinance)
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING at 6 pm
AGENDA on CONSENT:
- Oyekanmi, Finance – 2nd reading 7,912-N.S. – FY 2025 Tax Rate: Fund Debt Service on Neighborhood Branch Library Improvements Project General Obligation Bonds (Measure FF, November 2008 election) at 0.0048%
- Oyekanmi, Finance – 2nd reading 7,913-N.S. – FY 2025 Tax Rate: Fund Debt Service on the Street and Watershed Improvements General Obligation Bonds (Measure M, November 2012 Election) at 0.0064%
- Oyekanmi, Finance – 2nd reading 7,914-N.S. – FY 2025 Tax Rate: Fund Debt Service on 2015 Refunding General Obligation Bonds (Measures G,S & I) at 0.0111%
- Oyekanmi, Finance – 2nd reading 7,915-N.S. – FY 2025 Tax Rate: Fund Debt Service on the Infrastructure and facilities General Obligation Bonds (Measure T1 November 2016 election) at 0.0136%
- Oyekanmi, Finance – 2nd reading 7,916-N.S. – FY 2025 Tax Rate: Fund Debt Service on the Affordable Housing General Obligation Bonds (Measure O November 2018 election) at 0.0250%
- Oyekanmi, Finance – 2nd reading 7,917-N.S. – FY 2025 Tax Rate: Business License Tax on Large Non-Profits $0.8207 per square foot of improvements
- Oyekanmi, Finance – 2nd reading 7,918-N.S. – FY 2025 Tax Rate: Fund the Maintenance of Parks, City Trees and Landscaping at $0.2210 per square foot of improvements
- Oyekanmi, Finance – 2nd reading 7,919-N.S. – FY 2025 Tax Rate: Fund the Provision of Emergency Medical Services (Paramedic Tax) at $0.0468 per square foot of improvements
- Oyekanmi, Finance – 2nd reading 7,920-N.S. – FY 2025 Tax Rate: Fund Emergency Services for the Severely Disabled (Measure E) at $0.02094 per square foot of improvements
- Oyekanmi, Finance – 2nd reading 7,921-N.S. – FY 2025 Tax Rate: Fund Firefighting, Emergency Medical Response and Wildfire Prevention (Measure FF) at annual tax rate of $0.1220 per square foot of improvements
- Wong, Auditor – 2nd reading 7,922 - Amendments to BMC 2.24 to Establish Whistleblower Program Authority, to formally establish the City Auditor’s authority to receive and refer reports of fraud, waste or abuse as well as investigate those reports and any reports of retaliation against whistleblowers
- Numainville, City Clerk – Minutes
- Arredondo, CM Office – Contract $2,000,000 ($1,000,000/FY) with Community Initiatives | Live Free USA to design, implement, and assess the Custom Notification and Street Outreach Services component of the CoB Gun Violence intervention and Prevention Program for a 2-year pilot
- Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2025 Tax Rate: Fund Fire Protection and Emergency Response and Preparedness (Measure GG) at annual tax rate of $0.0629 per square foot of improvements
- Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations Total $2,730,000 1. $2,250,000 On-call Landscape Architectural Services, 2. $480,000 FY 2023 Streetlight Maintenance Project
- Oyekanmi, Finance – Appropriations Limit for FY 2025 $353,538,057
- Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2025 Reaffirm the Investment Policy and Designation of Investment Authority
- Sprague, Fire – MOU with City of El Cerrito to provide year-round automatic aid in each jurisdiction for fire, technical rescue, emergency medical and other emergency response, rescinding Resolutions No. 68,820-N.S. and 66,821-N.S. and maintaining the existing mutual response area agreement until the year-round fire and emergency services agreement is ratified
- Sprague, Fire – Contract $200,000 for Fire Records Management Software from 7/1/2024 – 3/3/2027 with 1 3-year option to extend
- Sprague, Fire – Purchase Order $400,000Wildfire Defense Mesh from 6/1/2024 – 5/31/2027 with option to extend for 3-years
- Gilman, HHCS – Adopt Resolution Prioritizing City-Owned Land for Affordable Housing and Noticing of Potential Disposition of City-Owned Land consistent with Surplus Lands Act
- Gilman, HHCS – Revised operating Budget for Golden Bear Homes (1620 San Pablo) with understanding the operating of Homekey may necessitate a future reservation of Approximately $500,000 if other sources are not identified
- Gilman HHCS – Reserve additional $4,496,669 in Housing Trust Fund program funds for development loan agreement for BRIDGE Housing affordable housing project at 1740 San Pablo
- Gilman, HHCS – Revenue Grant Agreement $375,000 for FY 2025 from State of California for Maternal, Child and Adolescent Health (MCAH) Program
- Gilman, HHCS – Revenue Grant Agreement from Alameda County for public health promotion, protection and prevention for FY 2025, 1. BHS & Berkeley Tech $183,918, 2. School Linked (Measure A) $200,011, 3. Tobacco Prevention $81,329
- Kouyoumdjian, HR – MOU SEIU Local 1021 Maintenance & Clerical Chapters6/27/2024 – 7/26/2027 approves a new Classification and Salary table
- Kouyoumdjian, HR – Unrepresented Employee Group Salaries, Longevity Differential, and Vision Insurance
- Kouyoumdjian, HR – MOU Berkeley EMS Professionals IAFF Local 1227 from 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2026
- Fong, IT – Contract $1,324,193 with Accela, Inc for Software Upgrade and Maintenance 7/1/2024 – 6/30/2027
- Fong, IT – Amend spending authority with AHEAD, Inc for purchase of Varonis subscription software licenses utilizing California Department of General Services software Licensing Program add $550,890 total $973,804.51 1312023 – 9/28/2025
- Mayer, Library – FY 2025 Special Tax Rate to Fund the Provision of Library Services $0.2800 (28 cents) per sq foot for dwelling units and $0.4233 (42.33 cents) per sq foot for industrial, commercial and institutional buildings
- Ferris, Parks – Grant Application $25,000 California Fire Foundation-Camps Wildfire Response Equipment
- Louis, Police – Audit Recommendation Status Overtime and Security Work for Outside Entities
- Davis, Public Works – Approve Proposed Projects Anticipated to be paid for by State’s Road Maintenance and Rehabilitation Account funds for FY 2024-2025
36. Davis, Public Works – Contract $1,069,200 includes contingency $97,200 with Bay Construction for Second Street STAIR Center Site Improvements and Shelter Units Project
37. Davis, Public Works – Accept Grant $1,500,000 from U.S. EPA for West Berkeley Aquatic Park Stormwater Improvement Project to plan, design and construct bioretention garden for the Channing Way Micro-Watershed and the installation of 2 Hydrodynamic separators on the Bancroft Street culvert and Channing Way
38. Davis, Public Works – Accept Grant from Alameda CTC CIP 2024 Adeline Corridor Transportation Improvements
39. Davis, Public Works – Contract $1,461,394 includes $145,616 contingency with B Brothers Construction, Inc. for West Berkeley Service Center Improvements Project
40. Davis, Public Works – Contract $850,000 with Edgeworth Integration, LLC for Installation of External Fixed Video Cameras at Council Approved Intersections
41. Housing Advisory Commission – Adopt a Resolution Supporting the Bay Area Housing Finance Authority’s 2024 Regional Affordable Housing Bond
42. Mental Health Commission – Appointment of Ajay Krishnan to Mental Health Commission 6/25/2024 – 6/24/2027
43. Parks, Recreation and Waterfront Commission – FY 2024 / 2025 Budget Referral Allocation of $100,000 to fund a Nexus Study as a first step toward adopting a Parks Impact Fee for new developments
44. Arreguin, co-sponsor Kesarwani, Hahn – Relinquishment of council office budget funds up to $500 to DBA for Front Row Festival
45. Arreguin, co-sponsors Kesarwani, Bartlett, Hahn – Support for ACA 14 – The Basic Standards at UC Act
46. Arreguin, co-sponsor Hahn – Accept grant $100,000 from San Francisco Foundation and engage Planet DMA (DBA DMA INK) in consulting work associated with the Equitable Black Berkeley Iniative and execute a new contract with Gail McGuire (at weekly rate $2000 for 12 weeks) to support EBB community engagement
47. Arreguin – Amend Contract No. 32000196 add $32,500 total $336,000 with Szabo & Associates for communication consulting services for the Mayor’s Office and extend to 11/30/2024
48. Taplin, co[sponsors Arreguin, Lunaparra - Relinquishment of council office budget funds up to $500 to Downtown Pride on the Plaza
AGENDA on ACTION:
49.Gilman, HHCS – Reserve $24,500,000 to support the development of affordable housing at the North Berkeley BART Site, Phase 1 a. Bridge Housing $10,657,975, b. East Bay Asian Local Development Corporation $5,473,534, c. Insight PSH Project $8,368,491, 2. Waive section 1.A.1 of Housing trust Fund Guidelines for Applicant Experience for Insight Housing, 3. Authorize CM of designee to disburse up to $2,000,000 of the $24,500,000 for predevelopment,
50.Gilman, HHCS – Approval of North Berkeley BART Affordable Housing Compliance Plan,
51. Davis, Public Works - Levy and Collection of FY 2025 Street Lighting Assessments
52. Davis, Public Works – Approval and Levy of 2018 Clean FY 2025 Stormwater Fee
53.Friedrichsen, Budget Manager – Adopt Biennial Budget for FY 2025 & 2026
54. Friedrichsen, Budget – FY Annual Appropriations $776,943,545 (gross) and $670,897,257 (net)
55. Oyekanmi, Finance - Borrowing of $36,000,000 and the sale and issuance of FY 2024-2025 Tax and Revenue Anticipation Notes
56. Harrison – Adopt Ordinance adding chapter BMC 12.75 to establish protections relating to horses held, owned, used, exhibited or otherwise kept for racing or other sport, entertainment or profit
57. Oyekanmi, Finance -Accept Risk Analysis for Long-Term Debt (Bonding Capacity) Report provided by Government Finance Officers Association
58. Harrison, co-sponsors Bartlett, Hahn – Adopt Ordinance adding chapter BMC 12.01 Establishing Emergency GHG limits, Process for Updated Climate Action Plan, Monitoring, Evaluation, Reporting and Regional Collaboration
59. Kesarwani, co-sponsors Humbert, Wengraf – Referral to CM and FY 2025 & FY 2026 Biennial Budget $400,000 ($200,000/ year) to develop and fund a RFP to support Berkeley Based non-profit food assistance providers serving food insecure households,
INFORMATION REPORTS:
60.Friedrichsen, Budget – Voluntary Time Off Program
61. Friedrichsen, Budget – Status Report – Berkeley’s Financial Condition (FY 2012 – 2021) Pension Liabilities and Infrastructure Need Attention
62. Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 2nd Quarter Investment Report ended 12/31/2023
63. Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 3rd Quarter Investment Report ended 3/31/2024
64. Zero Waste Commission – FY 2024-FY 2025 Work Plan
DISPOSITION of ITEMS REMOVED from DRAFT AGENDA:
- Referred to Parks Commission - Bartlett – Officially name the raised concrete bed at the southeast corner of Alcatraz and Adeline in honor of Richie Brook-Cole Smith (Ms. Richie)
- Continued to July 9 - Community Health Commission – Dark Skies Ordinance
LAND USE CALENDAR
2600 Tenth Street 7/30/2024
3000 Shattuck (construct 10-story mixed-use building) TBD
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
- June 25 - 3:30 pm – Demolition Ordinance
- June 25 – Adopt results of May 28 election
- September 17 - open
- October 22 - Draft Waterfront Specific Plan
- Ashby BART Transit Oriented Development (TOD) Berkeley – El Cerrito Corridor Access Plan Presentation (tentative July)
- Feasibility Study Follow Up Session (housing feasibility moved to fall)
- Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation
- Presentation on Homelessness/Re-Housing/Thousand-Person Plan (TBD regular agenda)
PREVIOUSLY LISTED WORKSESSIONS and SPECIAL MEETINGS REMOVED FROM LIST
- Fire Department Standards of Coverage & Community Risk Assessment
June 9 - June 16, 2024
Worth Noting:
The Agenda Committee packet lists a City Council 2 pm meeting on Friday, June 14 on Community Survey Results and Ballot Measure Development for November 2024. There is no posting of the meeting under the City Council agendas. Check after 2 pm Tuesday (72 hour notice). https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
June 19th is the Juneteenth National Independence Day. Juneteenth celebrations are starting around the Bay Area as early as June 8, but most festivals are June 16th including Berkeley https://berkeleyjuneteenth.org
The City of Berkeley (CoB) holiday calendar lists Friday, June 21, 2024 as Juneteenth observed and June 19, 2024 as a regular day. (Friday, June 14 is a CoB reduced service day.)
At the bottom are the directions for getting on or off the email list for the Activist’s Calendar and Activist’s Diary and how to make the most out of ZOOM with closed captioning, zoom transcripts and converting YouTube to a transcript.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, June 9, 2024 – Berkeley Taste of Downtown
Monday, June 10, 2024
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1605781315
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 578 1315
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve -6/25/2024-- draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda below at the end of the list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Worksessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, REFERRED ITEMS FOR REVIEW: 8. Discussion and Possible Action on City Council Rules of Decorum, Procedural Rules and Remote Public Comments, 9. Discussion of Potential Changes to City Council Legislative Systems Redesign, UNSCHEDULED ITEMS: 10. Modifications or improvements to City Council Meeting Procedures, 11. Strengthening and Supporting City Commission: Guidance on Development of Legislative Proposals, 12 Discussion and Recommendations on the Continued Use of Berkeley Considers, 13. Consideration of Changes to Supplemental Material Timelines,
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
Tuesday, June 11, 2024
SOLANO AVENUE BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT DVISORY BOARD at 11 am
In-Person: at 1849 Solano
AGENDA: 4. Financial Update PSC 3rd quarter contract renewal, current account status, 5. Discussion Items: Update on traffic safety at Solano/Colusa intersection, Solano beautification (e.g., tree and hanging planter replacement, matching grant program, Budget and finance, North Shattuck Association.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/solano-avenue-business-improvement-district-advisory-board
Wednesday, June 12, 2024
PARKS, RECREATION, and WATERFRONT COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 2800 Park, Frances Albrier Community Center
AGENDA: 7. Chair’s Report, Director’s Report on Capital, Budget, Grants, 9. Presentation on Update on Cesar Chavez Park Landfill Issues, 10. Update on Cal Sailing Club 6 berth slips on J-Dock, 11. Recent Community Survey of City needs and potential ballot measures for Nov. 2024, 12. Create a subcommittee on new dog parks in Berkeley, 13. Local Hazard Mitigation Plan update.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/parks-recreation-and-waterfront-commission
MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES ACT (MHSA) COMMUNITY INPUT Meetings at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, gooseberry Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/8446733966?pwd=OGp3Tm5LQTc5TGdhb2tYWllKcDVhdz09&omn=89471660365
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171
Meeting ID: 844-673-3966 Password: 081337
AGENDA: Share information and provide input on CoB Mental Health Services Act (MHSA) Funding and Services and Proposition 1. (there will be 4 hybrid meetings from 6 – 7:30 pm on June 12 and June 19 at North Berkeley Senior Center and on June 13 and June 18 at South Berkeley Senior Center)
For more information contact Karen Klatt 510-981-7644, [email protected]
Thursday, June 13, 2024
MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES ACT (MHSA) COMMUNITY INPUT Meetings at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/8446733966?pwd=OGp3Tm5LQTc5TGdhb2tYWllKcDVhdz09&omn=89471660365
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171
Meeting ID: 844-673-3966 Password: 081337
AGENDA: Share information and provide input on CoB Mental Health Services Act (MHSA) Funding and Services and Proposition 1. (there will be 4 hybrid meetings from 6 – 7:30 pm on June 12 and June 19 at North Berkeley Senior Center and on June 13 and June 18 at South Berkeley Senior Center)
For more information contact Karen Klatt 510-981-7644, [email protected]
WETA (Water Emergency Transportation Authority) at 1 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89718217408
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 897 1821 7408 Password: 33779
AGENDA: Berkeley is Not on the agenda.
https://weta.sanfranciscobayferry.com/next-board-meeting
Friday, June 14, 2024 – Reduced Service Day
CITY COUNCIL Special meeting at 2 pm
Possible meeting on Community Survey Results and Ballot Measure Development for November 2024
Check for posting after 2 pm Tuesday.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
MOVIES in the PARK: THE SUPER MARIO BROS MOVIE from 8:35 – 10:45 pm
Location: at 2800 Park, San Pablo Park,
NOTES: If driving, early arrival is recommended as there is limited parking, bring blankets, and/or low back beach chairs and flashlights for walking out to go home. This is an alcohol-free event.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/movies-park-super-mario-bros-movie
Saturday, June 15, 2024
3rd SATURDAY SHORELINE CLEANUP from 9 – 11 am
Location: 160 University, Shorebird Nature Center
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/3rd-saturday-shoreline-cleanup-7
Sunday, June 16, 2024
RIBBON-CUTTING CEREMONY for NEW SCULPTURE from 11:30 am – 12:15 pm
Sculpture: Delivered, Mable’s Promissory Note by Mildred Howard
Address: Corner of Martin Luther King Jr Way and Adeline / South of Ashby BART
AGENDA: Use link for speaker list.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/ribbon-cutting-ceremony-new-sculpture
BERKELEY JUNETEENTH FESTIVAL from 11 am – 7 pm
Location: The website does not provide details of the location of festival activities.
https://berkeleyjuneteenth.org
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AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1605781315
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 578 1315
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
DRAFT AGENDA for CITY COUNCIL Regular 6 pm Meeting on June 25, 2024
AGENDA on CONSENT:
43. Friedrichsen, Budget Manager – Adopt Biennial Budget for FY 2025 & 2026
44. Davis, Public Works - Levy and Collection of FY 2025 Street Lighting Assessments
45. Davis, Public Works – Approval and Levy of 2018 Clean FY 2025 Stormwater Fee
46. Davis, Public Works – Contract $850,000 with Edgeworth Integration, LLC for Installation of External Fixed Video Cameras at Council Approved Intersections
47. Harrison – Adopt Ordinance adding chapter BMC 12.75 to establish protections relating to horses held, owned, used, exhibited or otherwise kept for racing or other sport, entertainment or profit
48. Friedrichsen, Budget – FY Annual Appropriations $776,943,545 (gross) and $670,897,257 (net)
49. Oyekanmi, Finance - Borrowing of $36,000,000 and the sale and issuance of FY 2024-2025 Tax and Revenue Anticipation Notes
50. Oyekanmi, Finance -Accept Risk Analysis for Long-Term Debt (Bonding Capacity) Report provided by Government Finance Officers Association
51. Louis, Police – Audit Recommendation Status Overtime and Security Work for Outside Entities
52. Community Health Commission – Dark Skies Ordinance
53. Harrison – Adopt Ordinance adding chapter BMC 12.01 Establishing Emergency GHG linits, Process for Updated Climate Action Plan, Monitoring, Evaluation, Reporting and Regional Collaboration
54. Arreguin – Accept grant $100,000 from San Francisco Foundation and engage Planet DMA (DBA DMA INK) in consulting work associated with the Equitable Black Berkeley Iniative and execute a new contract with Gail McGuire (at weekly rate $2000 for 12 weeks) to support EBB community engagement
55. Kesarwani, co-sponsors Humbert, Wengraf – Referral to CM and FY 2025 & FY 2026 Biennial Budget $400,000 ($200,000/ year) to develop and fund a RFP to support Berkeley Based non-profit food assistance providers serving food insecure households,
56. Bartlett – Officially name the raised concrete bed at the southeast corner of Alcatraz and Adeline in honor of Richie Brook-Cole Smith (Ms. Richie)
INFORMATION REPORTS:
57. Friedrichsen, Budget – Voluntary Time Off Program
58. Friedrichsen, Budget – Status Report – Berkeley’s Financial Condition (FY 2012 – 2021) Pension Liabilities and Infrastructure Need Attention
59. Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 2nd Quarter Investment Report ended 12/31/2023
60. Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 3rd Quarter Investment Report ended 3/31/2024
61. Zero Waste Commission – FY 2024-FY 2025 Work Plan
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LAND USE CALENDAR
2600 Tenth Street 7/30/2024
3000 Shattuck (construct 10-story mixed-use building) TBD
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
PREVIOUSLY LISTED WORKSESSIONS and SPECIAL MEETINGS REMOVED FROM LIST
PAST MEETINGS with reports worth reading:
Worth Noting:
The Agenda Committee packet lists a City Council 2 pm meeting on Friday, June 14 on Community Survey Results and Ballot Measure Development for November 2024. There is no posting of the meeting under the City Council agendas. Check after 2 pm Tuesday (72 hour notice). https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
June 19th is the Juneteenth National Independence Day. Juneteenth celebrations are starting around the Bay Area as early as June 8, but most festivals are June 16th including Berkeley https://berkeleyjuneteenth.org
The City of Berkeley (CoB) holiday calendar lists Friday, June 21, 2024 as Juneteenth observed and June 19, 2024 as a regular day. (Friday, June 14 is a CoB reduced service day.)
- Monday, June 10, 2024: At 2:30 pm the Agenda and Rules Committee meets in the hybrid format to finalize the June 25 City Council agenda. Legislative Systems Redesign is on the agenda for review.
- Tuesday, June 11, 2024: At 11 am the Solano Avenue Business Improvement District meets in person.
- Wednesday, June 12, 2024:
- At 6 pm is the community meeting on the Mental Health Services Act in the hybrid format.
- At 7 pm the Parks, Waterfront and Recreation Commission meets in person with an update on Cesar Chavez Park as agenda item 9 and Cal Sailing Club berths as item 10.
- Thursday, June 13, 2024: At 6 pm is the 2nd of 4 hybrid community meetings on the Mental Health Services Act.
- Friday, June 14, 2024: At 8:35 pm is the first summer movie in the park.
- Saturday, June 15, 2024: From 9 – 11 m is the regular 3rd Saturday Shoreline Cleanup.
- Sunday, June 16, 2024 from 11 am to 7 pm is the Juneteenth Festival in South Berkeley and at 11:30 am is the dedication of Mildred Howard’s sculpture at the corner of MLK Jr Way and Adeline (near Ashby BART).
At the bottom are the directions for getting on or off the email list for the Activist’s Calendar and Activist’s Diary and how to make the most out of ZOOM with closed captioning, zoom transcripts and converting YouTube to a transcript.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, June 9, 2024 – Berkeley Taste of Downtown
Monday, June 10, 2024
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1605781315
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 578 1315
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve -6/25/2024-- draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda below at the end of the list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Worksessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, REFERRED ITEMS FOR REVIEW: 8. Discussion and Possible Action on City Council Rules of Decorum, Procedural Rules and Remote Public Comments, 9. Discussion of Potential Changes to City Council Legislative Systems Redesign, UNSCHEDULED ITEMS: 10. Modifications or improvements to City Council Meeting Procedures, 11. Strengthening and Supporting City Commission: Guidance on Development of Legislative Proposals, 12 Discussion and Recommendations on the Continued Use of Berkeley Considers, 13. Consideration of Changes to Supplemental Material Timelines,
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
Tuesday, June 11, 2024
SOLANO AVENUE BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT DVISORY BOARD at 11 am
In-Person: at 1849 Solano
AGENDA: 4. Financial Update PSC 3rd quarter contract renewal, current account status, 5. Discussion Items: Update on traffic safety at Solano/Colusa intersection, Solano beautification (e.g., tree and hanging planter replacement, matching grant program, Budget and finance, North Shattuck Association.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/solano-avenue-business-improvement-district-advisory-board
Wednesday, June 12, 2024
PARKS, RECREATION, and WATERFRONT COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 2800 Park, Frances Albrier Community Center
AGENDA: 7. Chair’s Report, Director’s Report on Capital, Budget, Grants, 9. Presentation on Update on Cesar Chavez Park Landfill Issues, 10. Update on Cal Sailing Club 6 berth slips on J-Dock, 11. Recent Community Survey of City needs and potential ballot measures for Nov. 2024, 12. Create a subcommittee on new dog parks in Berkeley, 13. Local Hazard Mitigation Plan update.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/parks-recreation-and-waterfront-commission
MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES ACT (MHSA) COMMUNITY INPUT Meetings at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, gooseberry Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/8446733966?pwd=OGp3Tm5LQTc5TGdhb2tYWllKcDVhdz09&omn=89471660365
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171
Meeting ID: 844-673-3966 Password: 081337
AGENDA: Share information and provide input on CoB Mental Health Services Act (MHSA) Funding and Services and Proposition 1. (there will be 4 hybrid meetings from 6 – 7:30 pm on June 12 and June 19 at North Berkeley Senior Center and on June 13 and June 18 at South Berkeley Senior Center)
For more information contact Karen Klatt 510-981-7644, [email protected]
Thursday, June 13, 2024
MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES ACT (MHSA) COMMUNITY INPUT Meetings at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/8446733966?pwd=OGp3Tm5LQTc5TGdhb2tYWllKcDVhdz09&omn=89471660365
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171
Meeting ID: 844-673-3966 Password: 081337
AGENDA: Share information and provide input on CoB Mental Health Services Act (MHSA) Funding and Services and Proposition 1. (there will be 4 hybrid meetings from 6 – 7:30 pm on June 12 and June 19 at North Berkeley Senior Center and on June 13 and June 18 at South Berkeley Senior Center)
For more information contact Karen Klatt 510-981-7644, [email protected]
WETA (Water Emergency Transportation Authority) at 1 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89718217408
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 897 1821 7408 Password: 33779
AGENDA: Berkeley is Not on the agenda.
https://weta.sanfranciscobayferry.com/next-board-meeting
Friday, June 14, 2024 – Reduced Service Day
CITY COUNCIL Special meeting at 2 pm
Possible meeting on Community Survey Results and Ballot Measure Development for November 2024
Check for posting after 2 pm Tuesday.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
MOVIES in the PARK: THE SUPER MARIO BROS MOVIE from 8:35 – 10:45 pm
Location: at 2800 Park, San Pablo Park,
NOTES: If driving, early arrival is recommended as there is limited parking, bring blankets, and/or low back beach chairs and flashlights for walking out to go home. This is an alcohol-free event.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/movies-park-super-mario-bros-movie
Saturday, June 15, 2024
3rd SATURDAY SHORELINE CLEANUP from 9 – 11 am
Location: 160 University, Shorebird Nature Center
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/3rd-saturday-shoreline-cleanup-7
Sunday, June 16, 2024
RIBBON-CUTTING CEREMONY for NEW SCULPTURE from 11:30 am – 12:15 pm
Sculpture: Delivered, Mable’s Promissory Note by Mildred Howard
Address: Corner of Martin Luther King Jr Way and Adeline / South of Ashby BART
AGENDA: Use link for speaker list.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/ribbon-cutting-ceremony-new-sculpture
BERKELEY JUNETEENTH FESTIVAL from 11 am – 7 pm
Location: The website does not provide details of the location of festival activities.
https://berkeleyjuneteenth.org
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AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1605781315
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 578 1315
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
DRAFT AGENDA for CITY COUNCIL Regular 6 pm Meeting on June 25, 2024
AGENDA on CONSENT:
- Oyekanmi, Finance – 2nd reading 7,912-N.S. – FY 2025 Tax Rate: Fund Debt Service on Neighborhood Branch Library Improvements Project General Obligation Bonds (Measure FF, November 2008 election) at 0.0048%
- Oyekanmi, Finance – 2nd reading 7,913-N.S. – FY 2025 Tax Rate: Fund Debt Service on the Street and Watershed Improvements General Obligation Bonds (Measure M, November 2012 Election) at 0.0064%
- Oyekanmi, Finance – 2nd reading 7,914-N.S. – FY 2025 Tax Rate: Fund Debt Service on 2015 Refunding General Obligation Bonds (Measures G,S & I) at 0.0111%
- Oyekanmi, Finance – 2nd reading 7,915-N.S. – FY 2025 Tax Rate: Fund Debt Service on the Infrastructure and facilities General Obligation Bonds (Measure T1 November 2016 election) at 0.0136%
- Oyekanmi, Finance – 2nd reading 7,916-N.S. – FY 2025 Tax Rate: Fund Debt Service on the Affordable Housing General Obligation Bonds (Measure O November 2018 election) at 0.0250%
- Oyekanmi, Finance – 2nd reading 7,917-N.S. – FY 2025 Tax Rate: Business License Tax on Large Non-Profits $0.8207 per square foot of improvements
- Oyekanmi, Finance – 2nd reading 7,918-N.S. – FY 2025 Tax Rate: Fund the Maintenance of Parks, City Trees and Landscaping at $0.2210 per square foot of improvements
- Oyekanmi, Finance – 2nd reading 7,919-N.S. – FY 2025 Tax Rate: Fund the Provision of Emergency Medical Services (Paramedic Tax) at $0.0468 per square foot of improvements
- Oyekanmi, Finance – 2nd reading 7,920-N.S. – FY 2025 Tax Rate: Fund Emergency Services for the Severely Disabled (Measure E) at $0.02094 per square foot of improvements
- Oyekanmi, Finance – 2nd reading 7,921-N.S. – FY 2025 Tax Rate: Fund Firefighting, Emergency Medical Response and Wildfire Prevention (Measure FF) at annual tax rate of $0.1220 per square foot of improvements
- Wong, Auditor – 2nd reading 7,922 - Amendments to BMC 2.24 to Establish Whistleblower Program Authority, to formally establish the City Auditor’s authority to receive and refer reports of fraud, waste or abuse as well as investigate those reports and any reports of retaliation against whistleblowers
- Numainville, City Clerk – Minutes
- Arredondo, CM Office – Contract $2,000,000 ($1,000,000/FY) with Community Initiatives | Live Free USA to design, implement, and assess the Custom Notification and Street Outreach Services component of the CoB Gun Violence intervention and Prevention Program for a 2-year pilot
- Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2025 Tax Rate: Fund Fire Protection and Emergency Response and Preparedness (Measure GG) at annual tax rate of $0.0629 per square foot of improvements
- Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations
- Oyekanmi, Finance – Appropriations Limit for FY 2025 $353,538,057
- Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2025 Reaffirm the Investment Policy and Designation of Investment Authority
- Sprague, Fire – MOU with City of El Cerrito to provide year-round automatic aid in each jurisdiction for fire, technical rescue, emergency medical and other emergency response, rescinding Resolutions No. 68,820-N.S. and 66,821-N.S. and maintaining the existing mutual response area agreement until the year-round fire and emergency services agreement is ratified
- Sprague, Fire – Contract $200,000 for Fire Records Management Software from 7/1/2024 – 3/3/2027 with 1 3-year option to extend
- Sprague, Fire – Purchase Order $400,000Wildfire Defense Mesh from 6/1/2024 – 5/31/2027 with option to extend for 3-years
- Gilman, HHCS – Adopt Resolution Prioritizing City-Owned Land for Affordable Housing and Noticing of Potential Disposition of City-Owned Land consistent with Surplus Lands Act
- Gilman, HHCS – Revised operating Budget for Golden Bear Homes (1620 San Pablo) with understanding the operating of Homekey may necessitate a future reservation of Approximately $500,000 if other sources are not identified
- Gilman, HHCS – Reserve $24,500,000 to support the development of affordable housing at the North Berkeley BART Site, Phase 1 a. Bridge Housing $10,657,975, b. East Bay Asian Local Development Corporation $5,473,534, c. Insight PSH Project $8,368,491, 2. Waive section 1.A.1 of Housing trust Fund Guidelines for Applicant Experience for Insight Housing, 3. Authorize CM of designee to disburse up to $2,000,000 of the $24,500,000 for predevelopment,
- Gilman HHCS – Reserve additional $4,496,669 in Housing Trust Fund program funds for development loan agreement for BRIDGE Housing affordable housing project at 1740 San Pablo
- Gilman, HHCS – Support Bay Area Housing Finance Authority’s 2024 Regional Affordable Housing Bond
- Gilman, HHCS – Revenue Grant Agreement $375,000 for FY 2025 from State of California for Maternal, Child and Adolescent Health (MCAH) Program
- Gilman, HHCS – Revenue Grant Agreement from Alameda County for public health promotion, protection and prevention for FY 2025, 1. BHS & Berkeley Tech $183,918, 2. School Linked (Measure A) $200,011, 3. Tobacco Prevention $81,329
- Gilman, HHCS – Approval of North Berkeley BART Affordable Housing Compliance Plan,
- Kouyoumdjian, HR – MOU SEIU Local 1021 Maintenance & Clerical Chapters6/27/2024 – 7/26/2027 approves a new Classification and Salary table
- Kouyoumdjian, HR – Unrepresented Employee Group Salaries, Longevity Differential, and Vision Insurance
- Kouyoumdjian, HR – MOU Berkeley EMS Professionals IAFF Local 1227 from 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2026
- Fong, IT – Contract $1,324,193 with Accela, Inc for Software Upgrade and Maintenance 7/1/2024 – 6/30/2027
- Fong, IT – Amend spending authority with AHEAD, Inc for purchase of Varonis subscription software licenses utilizing California Department of General Services software Licensing Program add $550,890 total $973,804.51 1312023 – 9/28/2025
- Davis, Public Works – Approve Proposed Projects Anticipated to be paid for by State’s Road Maintenance and Rehabilitation Account funds for FY 2024-2025
- Davis, Public Works – PO $1,500,000 with WEX Fuel Card Program for Fueling City Vehicles through 6/30/2029
- Davis, Public Works – Contract $1,069,200 includes contingency $97,200 with Bay Construction for Second Street STAIR Center Site Improvements and Shelter Units Project
- Davis, Public Works – Grant $1,500,000 from U.S. EPA for West Berkeley Aquatic Park Stormwater Improvement Project to plan, design and construct bioretention garden for the Channing Way Micro-Watershed and the installation of 2 Hydrodynamic separators on the Bancroft Street culvert and Channing Way
- Davis, Public Works – Grant from Alameda CTC CIP 2024 Adeline Corridor Transportation Improvements
- Davis, Public Works – Contract $1,461,394 includes $145,616 contingency with B Brothers Construction, Inc. for West Berkeley Service Center Improvements Project
- Mental Health Commission – Appointment of Ajay Krishnan to Mental Health Commission 6/25/2024 – 6/24/2027
- Arreguin – Relinquishment of council office budget funds up to $500 to DBA for Front Row Festival
- Arreguin – Support for ACA 14 – The Basic Standards at UC Act
43. Friedrichsen, Budget Manager – Adopt Biennial Budget for FY 2025 & 2026
44. Davis, Public Works - Levy and Collection of FY 2025 Street Lighting Assessments
45. Davis, Public Works – Approval and Levy of 2018 Clean FY 2025 Stormwater Fee
46. Davis, Public Works – Contract $850,000 with Edgeworth Integration, LLC for Installation of External Fixed Video Cameras at Council Approved Intersections
47. Harrison – Adopt Ordinance adding chapter BMC 12.75 to establish protections relating to horses held, owned, used, exhibited or otherwise kept for racing or other sport, entertainment or profit
48. Friedrichsen, Budget – FY Annual Appropriations $776,943,545 (gross) and $670,897,257 (net)
49. Oyekanmi, Finance - Borrowing of $36,000,000 and the sale and issuance of FY 2024-2025 Tax and Revenue Anticipation Notes
50. Oyekanmi, Finance -Accept Risk Analysis for Long-Term Debt (Bonding Capacity) Report provided by Government Finance Officers Association
51. Louis, Police – Audit Recommendation Status Overtime and Security Work for Outside Entities
52. Community Health Commission – Dark Skies Ordinance
53. Harrison – Adopt Ordinance adding chapter BMC 12.01 Establishing Emergency GHG linits, Process for Updated Climate Action Plan, Monitoring, Evaluation, Reporting and Regional Collaboration
54. Arreguin – Accept grant $100,000 from San Francisco Foundation and engage Planet DMA (DBA DMA INK) in consulting work associated with the Equitable Black Berkeley Iniative and execute a new contract with Gail McGuire (at weekly rate $2000 for 12 weeks) to support EBB community engagement
55. Kesarwani, co-sponsors Humbert, Wengraf – Referral to CM and FY 2025 & FY 2026 Biennial Budget $400,000 ($200,000/ year) to develop and fund a RFP to support Berkeley Based non-profit food assistance providers serving food insecure households,
56. Bartlett – Officially name the raised concrete bed at the southeast corner of Alcatraz and Adeline in honor of Richie Brook-Cole Smith (Ms. Richie)
INFORMATION REPORTS:
57. Friedrichsen, Budget – Voluntary Time Off Program
58. Friedrichsen, Budget – Status Report – Berkeley’s Financial Condition (FY 2012 – 2021) Pension Liabilities and Infrastructure Need Attention
59. Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 2nd Quarter Investment Report ended 12/31/2023
60. Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 3rd Quarter Investment Report ended 3/31/2024
61. Zero Waste Commission – FY 2024-FY 2025 Work Plan
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LAND USE CALENDAR
2600 Tenth Street 7/30/2024
3000 Shattuck (construct 10-story mixed-use building) TBD
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
- June 14 (2 pm) – Community Survey Results and Ballot Measure Development for November 2024
- June 25 (start time ? 3 or 4 pm) – Demolition Ordinance
- June 25 – Adopt results of May 28 election
- September 17 - open
- October 22 Draft Waterfront Specific Plan
- Ashby BART Transit Oriented Development (TOD) Berkeley – El Cerrito Corridor Access Plan Presentation (tentative July)
- Feasibility Study Follow Up Session (July 23 tentative)
- Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation
- Presentation on Homelessness/Re-Housing/Thousand-Person Plan (TBD regular agenda)
PREVIOUSLY LISTED WORKSESSIONS and SPECIAL MEETINGS REMOVED FROM LIST
- Fire Department Standards of Coverage & Community Risk Assessment
PAST MEETINGS with reports worth reading:
- May 16, 2023 - Fire Facilities Study Report, Wildfire Prevention Plan https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-special-meeting-eagenda-may-16-2023-6-pm
- June 20, 2023 (WS)Climate Action Plan & Resilience Update, Update reports available https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-special-meeting-eagenda-june-20-2023
- February 1, 2024 - Berkeley Economic Dashboards https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/documents/Economic%20Dashboard%202023.pdf
June 2 - June 9, 2024
Worth Noting – Very Busy Week Ahead:
If attending meetings in person, note meeting locations, some meetings are NOT at the usual sites.
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
At the bottom are the directions for getting on or off the email list for the Activist’s Calendar and Activist’s Diary and how to make the most out of ZOOM with closed captioning, zoom transcripts and converting YouTube to a transcript.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, June 2, 2024
BAY AREA BOOK FESTIVAL from 11 am – 5 pm plus evening ticketed events
Outdoor Fair/Literary Marketplace (free) from 11 am – 5 pm
For indoor speakers, ticketed events go to the book festival website
https://www.baybookfest.org/2024festival/
Monday, June 3, 2024
LAND USE, HOUSING & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT at 10 am
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1608156546
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 815 6546
Committee Members: Wengraf, Lunaparra, Humbert
AGENDA: 2. Harrison – Amendment to BMC 23C.22: Short Term Rentals, 3. Just Transition Framework for West Berkeley Plan. 4. Harrison – Adopt BMC 13.89: Community/Tenant Opportunity to Purchase Act (TOPA) 5. Bartlett – Refer to CM Eminent Domain Feasibility Analysis for 2902 and 2908 Adeline and 1946 Russell, 6. Taplin, Bartlett – Incentives for Equitable and Affordable Middle Housing, CM – Proposed Amendments to the Building Emissions Saving Ordinance (BESO), 8. Affordable Housing for Artists: AB-812 Implementation and Cultural District Statutory Standardization.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-land-use-housing-economic-development
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION Grants Subcommittee at 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1607849047
AGENDA: no agenda posted.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
CITY COUNCIL Closed Session at 3 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1617883838
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 788 3838
AGENDA: 1. Pending Litigation a. Government Claim of Peter Wong damage to apt building at 1735 Highland Place by garbage truck, b. Margaret Wotkyns v. CoB, c. Lisa Romero v. RI 1031 Gilman LLC, et.al, c. Selamawit Tezare v CoB, e. Scarlet Toor v. CoB, 2. Conference with labor negotiators, employee unions Berkeley Fire Fighters Association Local 1227 I.A. F.F., Berkeley Chief Fire Officers Association Local 1227 I.A.F.F., Berkeley Police Association, Community Services and Part Time Recreation Activity Leaders SEIU 1021, Maintenance and Clerical SEIU 1021, Public Employee Union Local 1, Unrepresented Employees.
https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-closed-meeting-eagenda-june-3-2024
LOCAL HAZARD MITIGATION PLAN PUBLIC REVIEW WORKSHOP #1 from 5:30 – 7:30 pm
In-Person: at 2090 Kittredge, Central Library, Commons Room
AGENDA: Introduction to the Local Hazard Mitigation Plan followed with questions and comments. Is is a federal requirement to update the Local Hazard Mitigation Plan every 5 years.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/local-hazard-mitigation-plan-public-review-workshop-1
AFRICAN AMERICAL HOLISTIC RESOURCE CENTER COMMUNITY MEETING from 6 – 8 pm
In-Person: at 2800 Park, Francis Albrier Community Center in San Pablo Park
AGENDA: Discuss new conceptual concepts.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/african-american-holistic-resource-center-community-meeting-0
PEACE and JUSTICE COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 8. Update on Planning Gaza Peace Conversation for Berkeley Residents, 9. Discussion on History of Commission Actions and Potential 2024 Actions, 10. Discussion and possible action on Request to name a street after Daniel Ellsberg, 11. Discussion and possible action on sister city proposal.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/peace-and-justice-commission
PERSONNEL BOARD at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1301 Shattuck, Live Oak Park
AGENDA: V. Recommendation to Revise Job Class Specification – Communications Specialist, VI. Recommendation to Revise Job Class Specification – Associate Transportation Engineer and Supervising Traffic Engineer, VII. Recommendation to Establish Job Class Specification and Salary – Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Instructor.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/personnel-board
Tuesday, June 4, 2024
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1607556641
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 755 6641
AGENDA: Use the link and choose the html option or see the agenda listed at the end of the calendar.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Wednesday, June 5, 2024
BUDGET & FINANCE COMMITTEE at 12 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 1st Floor, Cypress Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1617292239
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 729 2239
Committee Members: Arreguin, Hahn, Kesarwani
AGENDA: 2. FY 2025/2026 Proposed Budget, 3. Measure P FY 2025/2026 a. Homeless Services Panel of Experts Recommendations, b. City Manager recommendations,
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-budget-finance
FACILITIES, INFRASTRUCTURE, TRANSPORTATION, ENVIRONMENT & SUSTAINABILITY (FITES) at 2 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1607670708
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 767 0708
Committee Members: Humbert, Lunaparra, Taplin
AGENDA: 2. Harrison – Discussion: Progress on the Bike and Pedestrian Plans, 3. Taplin – Discussion: Train Quiet Zone, 4. Bartlett – EVITP (Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Training Program) Ordinance, 5. Environment and Climate Commission – Referral to Develop Curb Management Program, 6. City Manager – Street Rehabilitation 5-year Plan for 2024 - 2028
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-facilities-infrastructure-transportation-environment-sustainability
COMMISSION on DISABILITY at 5 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 9. Global Accessibility Awareness Day, 10. Framing the July Discussion with Rex Brown, CoB DEI Officer, 11. Emergency Preparedness: New CoB draft plan Draft Local Hazard Mitigation Plan (LHMP), 12. Work Plan
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-disability
PLANNING COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 10. Discussion – Draft Local Hazard Mitigation Plan (LHMP), 11. General Plan Update: Disaster Preparedness & Safety, Environmental Justice and Climate Metrics.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/planning-commission
BOARD of LIBRARY TRUSTEES (BOLT) at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 1170 The Alameda, North Berkeley Library
AGENDA: III. A. Contract $107,305 with Imperial County Office of Education for Advanced Network Data Services, IV. A. Appointment of Trustee to fill vacancy.
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD (PAB) at 6:30 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2020 Milvia, Suit 250
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82653396072
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 826 5339 6072
AGENDA: 3. Public Comment on agenda and non-agenda items, 5. ODPA staff Report, 6. Chair and Board Reports, 7. Police Chief’s Report, 8. Subcommittee Reports, 9. New Business: a. Discussion and action relating to the interconnection between the Specialized Care Unit and BPD, b. Section 125(19)(e) – (h) Training with DPA Aguilar: Option to contest the Chief of Police’s determination to the Director of Police Accountability, c. Discussion and action concerning the status of pending policy reviews undertaken by PAB, d Overview of the Berkeley Police Accountability Webpage, 10. Public comment, 11. Closed session.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
HOMELESS SERVICES PANEL of EXPERTS (HSPE) at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Juniper Room
AGENDA: 6. Presentation on Mental Health Services by Karen Klatt and Jeff Buell, 7. Jennifer Stark, Managing Attorney at Disability Rights California (DRC) on DRC v. County of Alameda involving unnecessary psychiatric institutionalization and the lack of sufficient community-based alternatives.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/homeless-services-panel-experts
Thursday, June 6, 2024
MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES ACT (MHSA) COMMUNITY INPUT Meetings from 11 am – 12:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/8446733966?pwd=OGp3Tm5LQTc5TGdhb2tYWllKcDVhdz09&omn=89471660365
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171
Meeting ID: 844-673-3966 Password: 081337
AGENDA: Share information and provide input on CoB Mental Health Services Act (MHSA) Funding and Services and Proposition 1. (there will be 6 community meetings, 2 zoom only on June 6 and June 10 from 1 – 2:30 pm, and 4 hybrid meetings from 6 – 7:30 pm on June 12 and June 19 at North Berkeley Senior Center and on June 13 and June 18 at South Berkeley Senior Center)
For more information contact Karen Klatt 510-981-7644, [email protected]
LANDMARKS PRESERVATION COMMISSION (LPC) at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. 8 Greenwood Common – Structural Alteration Permit - #LMSAP2024-0001
7. 2128 Oxford – Draft Environmental Impact Report (DEIR) – Use Permit #ZP2022-0135
8. Annual Report to City Council.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/landmarks-preservation-commission
HOUSING ADVISORY COMMISSION (HAC) at 7 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. Presentation on Zoning Ordinance Amendments to BMC 23.326 Demolition and Dwelling Unit Controls, 7. Discussion/Action on 1740 San Pablo Funding Recommendation, 8. Update North Berkeley BART, 9. Work Plan.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/housing-advisory-commission
Friday, June 7, 2024 – no city meetings found
Saturday, June 8, 2024
BERKELEY NEIGHBORHOODS COUNCIL (BNC) at 10 am
Videoconference:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/4223188307?pwd=dFlNMVlVZ2d6b0FnSHh3ZlFwV2NMdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171
Meeting ID: 422 318 8307 Passcode: 521161
AGENDA: 1. Peter Radu on CoB homeless response, 2. AC transit realignment plan.
https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com
Sunday, June 9, 2024 – no city meetings found
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++ AGENDA FOR JUNE 4, CITY COUNCIL MEETING ++
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for Regular 6 pm Meeting on June 4, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1607556641
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 755 6641
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
40. Arreguin – Appointment of Paul Buddenhagen as the City Manager effective September 16, 2024 an annual salary of $401,722.10 and additional employee benefits
41. Taplin, co-sponsor Wengraf – Relinquishment of Council Budget Funds Berkeley Humane Bark (&Meow) Around the Block
42. Wengraf , co-sponsors Bartlett, Hahn – Support for H.R. 7849 (Thompson and LaMaifa) support for the Disaster Resiliency and Coverage Act of 2024
AGENDA on ACTION:
43. Sprague, Fire – 2nd reading of Berkeley Fire Code Amendments
44. Klein, Planning – 2nd reading of Re-adoption of the Berkeley Building Codes including local amendments
45. Klein, Planning – ZAB Appeal 2113-15 Kittredge, Use Permit #ZP2022-0144, SB 330 density bonus 18-story, 211 dwelling units including 22 very low income units, and 24,273 sq ft live theater space
46. FY 2025 and 2026 Proposed Budget and FY 2025 – 2029 Capital Improvement Program
47. Harrison, co-sponsor Bartlett – Amend BMC 3.78 to expand eligibility requirements for representatives of the Poor to Serve on the Human Welfare and Community Action Commission
DISPOSITION of ITEMS REMOVED FROM DRAFT AGENDA:
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LAND USE CALENDAR
2113-2115 Kittredge (California Theater) 6/4/2024
3000 Shattuck (construct 10-story mixed-use building) TBD
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
PREVIOUSLY LISTED WORKSESSIONS and SPECIAL MEETINGS REMOVED FROM LIST
PAST MEETINGS with reports worth reading:
Worth Noting – Very Busy Week Ahead:
If attending meetings in person, note meeting locations, some meetings are NOT at the usual sites.
- Tuesday, June 4, 2024:
- City Council meets in the hybrid format with agenda items 43 - Fire Codes, 44 - Building Codes, 45 - appeal of 18-story mixed-use project at 2113-2115 Kittredge (site of California Theater) and 46 - the biennial 2025 & 2026 budget.
- Wednesday, June 5, 2024:
- At 12 pm the Budget and Finance Committee meets in the hybrid format on the 2025 & 2026 budget and Measure P.
- At 2 pm FITES meets in the hybrid format with a full agenda.
- At 5 pm the Commission on Disability is hybrid for commissioners and in-person only for the public. (Check packet for CoB response to videoconferencing for commissioners.)
- At 6 pm the Planning Commission meets in person with LHMP on the agenda.
- At 6:30 pm Board of Library Trustees (BOLT) meets in person.
- At 6:30 pm the Police Accountability Board (PAB) meets in the hybrid format.
- At 7 pm the Homeless Services Panel of Experts (HSPE) meets in-person.
- Thursday, June 6, 2024:
- At 11 am is the online community meeting on the Mental Health Services Act and Proposition 1.
- At 6:30 pm the Landmarks Preservation Commission (LPC) meets in-person.
- At 7 pm the Housing Advisory Commission meets in-person.
- Saturday, June 8, 2024:
- The Berkeley Neighborhoods Council (BNC) meets on Zoom with tentative agenda CoB response to Homelessness and AC Transit Realignment.
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
At the bottom are the directions for getting on or off the email list for the Activist’s Calendar and Activist’s Diary and how to make the most out of ZOOM with closed captioning, zoom transcripts and converting YouTube to a transcript.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, June 2, 2024
BAY AREA BOOK FESTIVAL from 11 am – 5 pm plus evening ticketed events
Outdoor Fair/Literary Marketplace (free) from 11 am – 5 pm
For indoor speakers, ticketed events go to the book festival website
https://www.baybookfest.org/2024festival/
Monday, June 3, 2024
LAND USE, HOUSING & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT at 10 am
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1608156546
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 815 6546
Committee Members: Wengraf, Lunaparra, Humbert
AGENDA: 2. Harrison – Amendment to BMC 23C.22: Short Term Rentals, 3. Just Transition Framework for West Berkeley Plan. 4. Harrison – Adopt BMC 13.89: Community/Tenant Opportunity to Purchase Act (TOPA) 5. Bartlett – Refer to CM Eminent Domain Feasibility Analysis for 2902 and 2908 Adeline and 1946 Russell, 6. Taplin, Bartlett – Incentives for Equitable and Affordable Middle Housing, CM – Proposed Amendments to the Building Emissions Saving Ordinance (BESO), 8. Affordable Housing for Artists: AB-812 Implementation and Cultural District Statutory Standardization.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-land-use-housing-economic-development
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION Grants Subcommittee at 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1607849047
AGENDA: no agenda posted.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
CITY COUNCIL Closed Session at 3 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1617883838
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 788 3838
AGENDA: 1. Pending Litigation a. Government Claim of Peter Wong damage to apt building at 1735 Highland Place by garbage truck, b. Margaret Wotkyns v. CoB, c. Lisa Romero v. RI 1031 Gilman LLC, et.al, c. Selamawit Tezare v CoB, e. Scarlet Toor v. CoB, 2. Conference with labor negotiators, employee unions Berkeley Fire Fighters Association Local 1227 I.A. F.F., Berkeley Chief Fire Officers Association Local 1227 I.A.F.F., Berkeley Police Association, Community Services and Part Time Recreation Activity Leaders SEIU 1021, Maintenance and Clerical SEIU 1021, Public Employee Union Local 1, Unrepresented Employees.
https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-closed-meeting-eagenda-june-3-2024
LOCAL HAZARD MITIGATION PLAN PUBLIC REVIEW WORKSHOP #1 from 5:30 – 7:30 pm
In-Person: at 2090 Kittredge, Central Library, Commons Room
AGENDA: Introduction to the Local Hazard Mitigation Plan followed with questions and comments. Is is a federal requirement to update the Local Hazard Mitigation Plan every 5 years.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/local-hazard-mitigation-plan-public-review-workshop-1
AFRICAN AMERICAL HOLISTIC RESOURCE CENTER COMMUNITY MEETING from 6 – 8 pm
In-Person: at 2800 Park, Francis Albrier Community Center in San Pablo Park
AGENDA: Discuss new conceptual concepts.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/african-american-holistic-resource-center-community-meeting-0
PEACE and JUSTICE COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 8. Update on Planning Gaza Peace Conversation for Berkeley Residents, 9. Discussion on History of Commission Actions and Potential 2024 Actions, 10. Discussion and possible action on Request to name a street after Daniel Ellsberg, 11. Discussion and possible action on sister city proposal.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/peace-and-justice-commission
PERSONNEL BOARD at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1301 Shattuck, Live Oak Park
AGENDA: V. Recommendation to Revise Job Class Specification – Communications Specialist, VI. Recommendation to Revise Job Class Specification – Associate Transportation Engineer and Supervising Traffic Engineer, VII. Recommendation to Establish Job Class Specification and Salary – Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Instructor.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/personnel-board
Tuesday, June 4, 2024
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1607556641
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 755 6641
AGENDA: Use the link and choose the html option or see the agenda listed at the end of the calendar.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Wednesday, June 5, 2024
BUDGET & FINANCE COMMITTEE at 12 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 1st Floor, Cypress Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1617292239
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 729 2239
Committee Members: Arreguin, Hahn, Kesarwani
AGENDA: 2. FY 2025/2026 Proposed Budget, 3. Measure P FY 2025/2026 a. Homeless Services Panel of Experts Recommendations, b. City Manager recommendations,
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-budget-finance
FACILITIES, INFRASTRUCTURE, TRANSPORTATION, ENVIRONMENT & SUSTAINABILITY (FITES) at 2 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1607670708
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 767 0708
Committee Members: Humbert, Lunaparra, Taplin
AGENDA: 2. Harrison – Discussion: Progress on the Bike and Pedestrian Plans, 3. Taplin – Discussion: Train Quiet Zone, 4. Bartlett – EVITP (Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Training Program) Ordinance, 5. Environment and Climate Commission – Referral to Develop Curb Management Program, 6. City Manager – Street Rehabilitation 5-year Plan for 2024 - 2028
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-facilities-infrastructure-transportation-environment-sustainability
COMMISSION on DISABILITY at 5 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 9. Global Accessibility Awareness Day, 10. Framing the July Discussion with Rex Brown, CoB DEI Officer, 11. Emergency Preparedness: New CoB draft plan Draft Local Hazard Mitigation Plan (LHMP), 12. Work Plan
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-disability
PLANNING COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 10. Discussion – Draft Local Hazard Mitigation Plan (LHMP), 11. General Plan Update: Disaster Preparedness & Safety, Environmental Justice and Climate Metrics.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/planning-commission
BOARD of LIBRARY TRUSTEES (BOLT) at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 1170 The Alameda, North Berkeley Library
AGENDA: III. A. Contract $107,305 with Imperial County Office of Education for Advanced Network Data Services, IV. A. Appointment of Trustee to fill vacancy.
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD (PAB) at 6:30 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2020 Milvia, Suit 250
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82653396072
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 826 5339 6072
AGENDA: 3. Public Comment on agenda and non-agenda items, 5. ODPA staff Report, 6. Chair and Board Reports, 7. Police Chief’s Report, 8. Subcommittee Reports, 9. New Business: a. Discussion and action relating to the interconnection between the Specialized Care Unit and BPD, b. Section 125(19)(e) – (h) Training with DPA Aguilar: Option to contest the Chief of Police’s determination to the Director of Police Accountability, c. Discussion and action concerning the status of pending policy reviews undertaken by PAB, d Overview of the Berkeley Police Accountability Webpage, 10. Public comment, 11. Closed session.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
HOMELESS SERVICES PANEL of EXPERTS (HSPE) at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Juniper Room
AGENDA: 6. Presentation on Mental Health Services by Karen Klatt and Jeff Buell, 7. Jennifer Stark, Managing Attorney at Disability Rights California (DRC) on DRC v. County of Alameda involving unnecessary psychiatric institutionalization and the lack of sufficient community-based alternatives.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/homeless-services-panel-experts
Thursday, June 6, 2024
MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES ACT (MHSA) COMMUNITY INPUT Meetings from 11 am – 12:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/8446733966?pwd=OGp3Tm5LQTc5TGdhb2tYWllKcDVhdz09&omn=89471660365
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171
Meeting ID: 844-673-3966 Password: 081337
AGENDA: Share information and provide input on CoB Mental Health Services Act (MHSA) Funding and Services and Proposition 1. (there will be 6 community meetings, 2 zoom only on June 6 and June 10 from 1 – 2:30 pm, and 4 hybrid meetings from 6 – 7:30 pm on June 12 and June 19 at North Berkeley Senior Center and on June 13 and June 18 at South Berkeley Senior Center)
For more information contact Karen Klatt 510-981-7644, [email protected]
LANDMARKS PRESERVATION COMMISSION (LPC) at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. 8 Greenwood Common – Structural Alteration Permit - #LMSAP2024-0001
7. 2128 Oxford – Draft Environmental Impact Report (DEIR) – Use Permit #ZP2022-0135
8. Annual Report to City Council.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/landmarks-preservation-commission
HOUSING ADVISORY COMMISSION (HAC) at 7 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. Presentation on Zoning Ordinance Amendments to BMC 23.326 Demolition and Dwelling Unit Controls, 7. Discussion/Action on 1740 San Pablo Funding Recommendation, 8. Update North Berkeley BART, 9. Work Plan.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/housing-advisory-commission
Friday, June 7, 2024 – no city meetings found
Saturday, June 8, 2024
BERKELEY NEIGHBORHOODS COUNCIL (BNC) at 10 am
Videoconference:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/4223188307?pwd=dFlNMVlVZ2d6b0FnSHh3ZlFwV2NMdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171
Meeting ID: 422 318 8307 Passcode: 521161
AGENDA: 1. Peter Radu on CoB homeless response, 2. AC transit realignment plan.
https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com
Sunday, June 9, 2024 – no city meetings found
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for Regular 6 pm Meeting on June 4, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1607556641
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 755 6641
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
- Brown, City Attorney - 2nd reading repeal BMC 12.80 natural gas ban
- Friedrichsen, Budget Manager - 2nd reading Annual Appropriations Ordinance $64,638,408 (gross) and $52,785,663 (net)
- Davis, Public Works – 2nd reading Revised fees Public Use of City-Owned EV charging ports
- Arreguin – Amendment to Commission Leave of Absence Process
- Brown, City Attorney – Contract $70,000 with Amira Jackmon Attorney at Law for Loring and Gilman Parking Benefit District Formation Services
- Hollander, Economic Development – Assessments: Berkeley Tourism Business Improvement District (BID)
- Hollander, Economic Development – Assessments: North Shattuck Property Based BID
- Hollander, Economic Development – Assessments: Telegraph Property Based BID
- Hollander, Economic Development – Assessments: Downtown Berkeley Property Based BID
- Hollander, Economic Development – Contracts for on-call fine art services for the City of Berkeley’s Public art Collection the 6/30/2026, Gizmo Art Production, Inc $200,000. ARG Conservation Services $150,000, Atthowe Fine Art Service Contract No. 32300137 add $200,000 total $400,000.
- Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2025 Tax Rate: Fund Debt Service on Neighborhood Branch Library Improvements Project General Obligation Bonds (Measure FF, November 2008 election) at 0.0048%
- Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2025 Tax Rate: Fund Debt Service on the Street and Watershed Improvements General Obligation Bonds (Measure M, November 2012 Election) at 0.0064%
- Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2025 Tax Rate: Fund Debt Service on 2015 Refunding General Obligation Bonds (Measures G,S & I) at 0.0111%
- Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2025 Tax Rate: Fund Debt Service on the Infrastructure and facilities General Obligation Bonds (Measure T1 November 2016 election) at 0.0136%
- Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2025 Tax Rate: Fund Debt Service on the Affordable Housing General Obligation Bonds (Measure O November 2018 election) at 0.0250%
- Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2025 Tax Rate: Business License Tax on Large Non-Profits $0.8207 per square foot of improvements
- Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2025 Tax Rate: Fund the Maintenance of Parks, City Trees and Landscaping at $0.2210 per square foot of improvements
- Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2025 Tax Rate: Fund the Provision of Emergency Medical Services (Paramedic Tax) at $0.0468 per square foot of improvements
- Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2025 Tax Rate: Fund Emergency Services for the Severely Disabled (Measure E) at $0.02094 per square foot of improvements
- Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2025 Tax Rate: Fund Firefighting, Emergency Medical Response and Wildfire Prevention (Measure FF) at annual tax fate of $0.1220 per square foot of improvements
- Oyekanmi, Finance – Temporary Appropriations FY 2025 sum $50,000,000 to cover payroll and other expenses from 7/1/2024 until the effective date of the FY 2025 Annual Appropriations Ordinance
- Sprague, Fire – Amend Contract No. 32300165 add $200,000 with KLD Associates for Evacuation and Emergency Response Analysis through 6/30/2026 with option to extend for an additional 5 years through 6/30/3031 total plus extension $600,000
- Sprgue, Fire – Contract $510,000 with Pinnacle Training Systems, LLC (Contractor) to provide nurse practitioner services for a pilot alternative medical response unit from 6/10/2024 – 1/31/2025 with option to extend for 3 additional 1-year terms total not to exceed $2,700,000
- Sprague, Fire - Contract $77,250 with Tablet Command for Mobile CAD and Incident Command 7/1/2024 – 9/30/2024 piggybacking on a contract with the Orange County Fire Authority (OCFA). May be extended for up to 4 additional 1-year renewal terms at $65,000 per year.
- Gilman, HHCS – Amend 5-year Permanent Local Housing Allocation Program plan and apply for and accept funds from the State of California’s Permanent Local Housing Allocation Program in an amount not to exceed $3,321,617
- Gilman, HHCS – Amend Contract No. 32300134 add $500,000 (from American Rescue Plan) total $5,345,500 with Bonita House for SCU
- Gilman, HHCS – Amend Contract No. 32400236 add $25,300 total $75,000 with Creative Educational Consultants, Inc. for positive youth development for African American/Black and Latinx youth 6/1/2024 - 6/30/2025
- Gilman, HHCS Amend Contract No. 32300197 add $160,000 total $539,830 with Resource Development Associates for Results Based Accountability Consulting Services 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2026
- Gilman, HHCS - Revenue Grant Agreements $120,000, submit grant application to Essential Access Health to support reproductive health services, as well as individual and community health education and outreach activities at Berkeley High School Health Centers.
- Gilman, HHCS – Shelter Plus Care Renewal Grants, a. Shelter Plus Care from HUD $2,327,914 for COACH Project 1/1/2024 – 12/31/2024, b. federal Shelter Plus Care grants via Alameda County$927,164 to provide tenant-based rental assistance to individuals who are chronically homeless and disabled 3/1/2024 – 2/28/2025, c. two HUD grants 1. $4,165,069 for Supportive Housing Collaborative Project (SHC) 6/1/2024 – 5/31/2025 and 2. $2,438,926 for COACH Project 1/1/2025 – 12/31/2025
- Lois, Police – Approve 2023 Police Equipment & Community Safety Ordinance Annual Report
- Davis, Public Works – Active Transportation Program Cycle 7 Grant Funding Applications to Caltrans Active Transportation Program (ATP) for $4,000,000 for Southwest Berkeley Bike Blvds, $1,050,000 for Adeline Street Quick-Build
- Davis, Public Works – Purchase Order $1,269,808.20 with National Auto Fleet Group for 20 Ford Police Interceptor Utility (K8A) and Vehicles Cecila abstained.
- Davis, Public Works – Contract $850,000 with Edgeworth Integration, LLC. For installation of Security Cameras at Council approved intersections
- Davis, Public Works – FY 2024/2025 Transportation Development Act Article 3 Fund Allocation request to Metropolitan Transportation Commission (MTC) prior to 6/14/2024 for $151,950 for FY 2024/2025
- Mental Health Commission – Reappointment of Monica Renee Jones to Mental Health Commission for second 3-year term beginning 6/4/2024 – 6/3/2027
- Wong, Auditor – Contract $120,000 with GPP Analytics Inc. for independent Third-Party Audit of Payroll Audit Division
- Wong, Auditor – Amendments to BMC 2.24 to Establish Whistleblower Program Authority, to formally establish the City Auditor’s authority to receive and refer reports of fraud, waste or abuse as well as investigate those reports and any reports of retaliation against whictleblowers
40. Arreguin – Appointment of Paul Buddenhagen as the City Manager effective September 16, 2024 an annual salary of $401,722.10 and additional employee benefits
41. Taplin, co-sponsor Wengraf – Relinquishment of Council Budget Funds Berkeley Humane Bark (&Meow) Around the Block
42. Wengraf , co-sponsors Bartlett, Hahn – Support for H.R. 7849 (Thompson and LaMaifa) support for the Disaster Resiliency and Coverage Act of 2024
AGENDA on ACTION:
43. Sprague, Fire – 2nd reading of Berkeley Fire Code Amendments
44. Klein, Planning – 2nd reading of Re-adoption of the Berkeley Building Codes including local amendments
45. Klein, Planning – ZAB Appeal 2113-15 Kittredge, Use Permit #ZP2022-0144, SB 330 density bonus 18-story, 211 dwelling units including 22 very low income units, and 24,273 sq ft live theater space
46. FY 2025 and 2026 Proposed Budget and FY 2025 – 2029 Capital Improvement Program
47. Harrison, co-sponsor Bartlett – Amend BMC 3.78 to expand eligibility requirements for representatives of the Poor to Serve on the Human Welfare and Community Action Commission
DISPOSITION of ITEMS REMOVED FROM DRAFT AGENDA:
- Sent to Budget Committee - Homeless Services Panel of Experts - Measure P Allocations FY 2025-2026 a. Homeless Services Panel of Experts, b. Gilman, HHCS approve the Homeless Services Panel of Experts recommendations but continue to partially fund 5150 transports from Measure P until alternative sources can be identified
- Sent to Land Use Committee - Taplin – Affordable Housing for Artists AB-812 Implementation and Cultural District Statutory Standardization 1. Refer to City Manager to study and develop ordinance to reserve for artists up to 10% of Below Market Rate units under BMC 23.328 (Inclusionary Housing) within 0.5 mile of state designated cultural district or within any similar locally designated cultural district, 2. Consider common standards for locally designated cultural districts, including but not limited to Overlay Zones3. Pursuant to California Government Code Section 8758, consider solicitation of state designation for cultural districts in the City of Berkeley
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LAND USE CALENDAR
2113-2115 Kittredge (California Theater) 6/4/2024
3000 Shattuck (construct 10-story mixed-use building) TBD
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
- October 22 Draft Waterfront Specific Plan
- Demolition Ordinance - Zoning Amendments BMC 23.326 Demolition and Dwelling Unit Controls
- Ashby BART Transit Oriented Development (TOD) Berkeley – El Cerrito Corridor Access Plan Presentation
- Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation
- Presentation on Homelessness/Re-Housing/Thousand-Person Plan (TBD regular agenda)
PREVIOUSLY LISTED WORKSESSIONS and SPECIAL MEETINGS REMOVED FROM LIST
- Fire Department Standards of Coverage & Community Risk Assessment
PAST MEETINGS with reports worth reading:
- May 16, 2023 - Fire Facilities Study Report, Wildfire Prevention Plan https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-special-meeting-eagenda-may-16-2023-6-pm
- June 20, 2023 (WS)Climate Action Plan & Resilience Update, Update reports available https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-special-meeting-eagenda-june-20-2023
May 26 - June 2, 2024
Worth Noting:
The date of the next Budget and Finance Committee special meeting to complete the biennial FY 2025 and FY 2026 Budget is not posted or scheduled. Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
The agenda for the next regular scheduled City Council meeting on June 4, 2024 is available for comment. Use the link and choose the html option to review agenda items individually or pdf to see the entire packet as one document. or go to the agenda listed at the end of the calendar.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, May 26, 2024 - Long Memorial Day Weekend
Monday, May 27, 2024 – Memorial Day Holiday
Tuesday, May 28, 2024 – Election Day District 4 – Polls Close at 8 pm
Vote Center: Lutheran Church of the Cross at 1744 University is listed on the City website.
Voting in-person and ballot drop-off is also available at 2286 Shattuck at Durant (this is location where I turned in my ballot and my neighbor voted)
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/news/register-vote-district-4-councilmember-may-28-2024
Wednesday, May 29, 2024 – no City meetings or events found
Thursday, May 30, 2024
BOARD OF LIBRARY TRUSTEES (BOLT) Special Meeting at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 1125 University, West Branch Library
AGENDA: III. Action Calendar A. Trustee Interviews for current BOLT vacancy, B. Recommendation on FY 2025 Library Tax Rates.
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
ZONING ADJUSTMENT BOARD (ZAB) at 7 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89600712472
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 or 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 896 0071 2472
AGENDA: 2. 1499 University – on consent – Use Permit #ZP2023-00164 - initiate the sale of beer and wine to hotel guests
3. 2462 Bancroft Way – on consent – Use Permit #ZP2023-0107 – to demolish an existing non-residential structure and construct at 40,089 sq ft, 8-story (88 ft 6 in) mixed use residential, 66 dwelling units (including 3 very low-income units density bonus qualifying units) 1,312 sq ft commercial space and 28 bicycle spaces SB 330 project.
4. 2128-2130 Oxford / 2132-2168 Center – on action – Public comment period for the Draft Environmental Impact Report (EIR) ends at 5 pm on June 18, 2024 and Project Preview – Use Permit #ZP2022-0135 – to demolish two buildings (one mixed use with 16 rent-controlled units, one commercial) and construct a 26-story (285 ft 4 in, plus a 12 ft parapet), 694,778 sq ft, mixed-use building with 456 dwelling units (including 40 very low-income density bonus qualifying units), 14,961 sq ft of commercial space, and 36 vehicle parking spaces, SB 330 project.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zoning-adjustments-board
Friday, May 31, 2024 - no City meetings or events found
Saturday, June 1, 2024
EAST BAY GREEN HOME TOUR from 10 am – 4 pm
REGISTER - https://www.eventbrite.com/e/east-bay-green-home-tour-2024-tickets-873697291117
Virtual Tour – from 10 – 11 am
In-person - from 1 – 4 pm (addresses will be provided 48 hours before tour)
AGENDA: There are 15 homes total on the Green Home Tour which can be previewed by going to https://www.eastbaygreenhome.com/homes Three homes will be in the morning virtual tour from 10 – 11 am and 12 homes will be open in the afternoon from 1 – 4 pm for the in-person tour.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/east-bay-green-home-tour-2024
Sunday, June 2, 2024 - no City meetings or events found
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++ AGENDA FOR JUNE 4, CITY COUNCIL MEETING ++
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for Regular 6 pm Meeting on June 4, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1607556641
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 755 6641
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
43. Sprague, Fire – 2nd reading of Berkeley Fire Code Amendments
44. Klein, Planning – 2nd reading of Re-adoption of the Berkeley Building Codes including local amendments
45. Klein, Planning – ZAB Appeal 2113-15 Kittredge, Use Permit #ZP2022-0144, SB 330 density bonus 18-story, 211 dwelling units including 22 very low income units, and 24,273 sq ft live theater space
46. FY 2025 and 2026 Proposed Budget and FY 2025 – 2029 Capital Improvement Program
47. Harrison, co-sponsor Bartlett – Amend BMC 3.78 to expand eligibility requirements for representatives of the Poor to Serve on the Human Welfare and Community Action Commission
DISPOSITION of ITEMS REMOVED FROM DRAFT AGENDA:
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LAND USE CALENDAR
2113-2115 Kittredge (California Theater) 6/4/2024
3000 Shattuck (construct 10-story mixed-use building) TBD
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
PREVIOUSLY LISTED WORKSESSIONS and SPECIAL MEETINGS REMOVED FROM LIST
PAST MEETINGS with reports worth reading:
Worth Noting:
The date of the next Budget and Finance Committee special meeting to complete the biennial FY 2025 and FY 2026 Budget is not posted or scheduled. Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
The agenda for the next regular scheduled City Council meeting on June 4, 2024 is available for comment. Use the link and choose the html option to review agenda items individually or pdf to see the entire packet as one document. or go to the agenda listed at the end of the calendar.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
- Tuesday, May 28, 2024: Is the special District 4 City Councilmember election. (only District 4 residents may vote in this special election). Ballots must be returned before 8 pm. In person voting through the weekend from 9 am – 5 pm and on Tuesday, May 28 from 7 am – 8 pm.
- Thursday, May 30, 2024:
- At 6:30 pm the Board of Library Trustees meets in person.
- At 7 pm the Zoning Adjustment Board meets in the hybrid format. The agenda includes public comment on the draft EIR on the 26-story mixed-use project at the corner of Oxford and Center.
- Saturday, June 1, 2024 - from 10 am – 4 pm is the Green Home Tour. Register in advance to receive the zoom link for the virtual tour and the addresses for the in-home tour.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, May 26, 2024 - Long Memorial Day Weekend
Monday, May 27, 2024 – Memorial Day Holiday
Tuesday, May 28, 2024 – Election Day District 4 – Polls Close at 8 pm
Vote Center: Lutheran Church of the Cross at 1744 University is listed on the City website.
Voting in-person and ballot drop-off is also available at 2286 Shattuck at Durant (this is location where I turned in my ballot and my neighbor voted)
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/news/register-vote-district-4-councilmember-may-28-2024
Wednesday, May 29, 2024 – no City meetings or events found
Thursday, May 30, 2024
BOARD OF LIBRARY TRUSTEES (BOLT) Special Meeting at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 1125 University, West Branch Library
AGENDA: III. Action Calendar A. Trustee Interviews for current BOLT vacancy, B. Recommendation on FY 2025 Library Tax Rates.
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
ZONING ADJUSTMENT BOARD (ZAB) at 7 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89600712472
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 or 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 896 0071 2472
AGENDA: 2. 1499 University – on consent – Use Permit #ZP2023-00164 - initiate the sale of beer and wine to hotel guests
3. 2462 Bancroft Way – on consent – Use Permit #ZP2023-0107 – to demolish an existing non-residential structure and construct at 40,089 sq ft, 8-story (88 ft 6 in) mixed use residential, 66 dwelling units (including 3 very low-income units density bonus qualifying units) 1,312 sq ft commercial space and 28 bicycle spaces SB 330 project.
4. 2128-2130 Oxford / 2132-2168 Center – on action – Public comment period for the Draft Environmental Impact Report (EIR) ends at 5 pm on June 18, 2024 and Project Preview – Use Permit #ZP2022-0135 – to demolish two buildings (one mixed use with 16 rent-controlled units, one commercial) and construct a 26-story (285 ft 4 in, plus a 12 ft parapet), 694,778 sq ft, mixed-use building with 456 dwelling units (including 40 very low-income density bonus qualifying units), 14,961 sq ft of commercial space, and 36 vehicle parking spaces, SB 330 project.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zoning-adjustments-board
Friday, May 31, 2024 - no City meetings or events found
Saturday, June 1, 2024
EAST BAY GREEN HOME TOUR from 10 am – 4 pm
REGISTER - https://www.eventbrite.com/e/east-bay-green-home-tour-2024-tickets-873697291117
Virtual Tour – from 10 – 11 am
In-person - from 1 – 4 pm (addresses will be provided 48 hours before tour)
AGENDA: There are 15 homes total on the Green Home Tour which can be previewed by going to https://www.eastbaygreenhome.com/homes Three homes will be in the morning virtual tour from 10 – 11 am and 12 homes will be open in the afternoon from 1 – 4 pm for the in-person tour.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/east-bay-green-home-tour-2024
Sunday, June 2, 2024 - no City meetings or events found
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for Regular 6 pm Meeting on June 4, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1607556641
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 755 6641
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
- Brown, City Attorney - 2nd reading repeal BMC 12.80 natural gas ban
- Friedrichsen, Budget Manager - 2nd reading Annual Appropriations Ordinance $64,638,408 (gross) and $52,785,663 (net)
- Davis, Public Works – 2nd reading Revised fees Public Use of City-Owned EV charging ports
- Arreguin – Amendment to Commission Leave of Absence Process
- Brown, City Attorney – Contract $70,000 with Amira Jackmon Attorney at Law for Loring and Gilman Parking Benefit District Formation Services
- Hollander, Economic Development – Assessments: Berkeley Tourism Business Improvement District (BID)
- Hollander, Economic Development – Assessments: North Shattuck Property Based BID
- Hollander, Economic Development – Assessments: Telegraph Property Based BID
- Hollander, Economic Development – Assessments: Downtown Berkeley Property Based BID
- Hollander, Economic Development – Contracts for on-call fine art services for the City of Berkeley’s Public art Collection the 6/30/2026, Gizmo Art Production, Inc $200,000. ARG Conservation Services $150,000, Atthowe Fine Art Service Contract No. 32300137 add $200,000 total $400,000.
- Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2025 Tax Rate: Fund Debt Service on Neighborhood Branch Library Improvements Project General Obligation Bonds (Measure FF, November 2008 election) at 0.0048%
- Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2025 Tax Rate: Fund Debt Service on the Street and Watershed Improvements General Obligation Bonds (Measure M, November 2012 Election) at 0.0064%
- Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2025 Tax Rate: Fund Debt Service on 2015 Refunding General Obligation Bonds (Measures G,S & I) at 0.0111%
- Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2025 Tax Rate: Fund Debt Service on the Infrastructure and facilities General Obligation Bonds (Measure T1 November 2016 election) at 0.0136%
- Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2025 Tax Rate: Fund Debt Service on the Affordable Housing General Obligation Bonds (Measure O November 2018 election) at 0.0250%
- Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2025 Tax Rate: Business License Tax on Large Non-Profits $0.8207 per square foot of improvements
- Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2025 Tax Rate: Fund the Maintenance of Parks, City Trees and Landscaping at $0.2210 per square foot of improvements
- Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2025 Tax Rate: Fund the Provision of Emergency Medical Services (Paramedic Tax) at $0.0468 per square foot of improvements
- Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2025 Tax Rate: Fund Emergency Services for the Severely Disabled (Measure E) at $0.02094 per square foot of improvements
- Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2025 Tax Rate: Fund Firefighting, Emergency Medical Response and Wildfire Prevention (Measure FF) at annual tax fate of $0.1220 per square foot of improvements
- Oyekanmi, Finance – Temporary Appropriations FY 2025 sum $50,000,000 to cover payroll and other expenses from 7/1/2024 until the effective date of the FY 2025 Annual Appropriations Ordinance
- Sprague, Fire – Amend Contract No. 32300165 add $200,000 with KLD Associates for Evacuation and Emergency Response Analysis through 6/30/2026 with option to extend for an additional 5 years through 6/30/3031 total plus extension $600,000
- Sprgue, Fire – Contract $510,000 with Pinnacle Training Systems, LLC (Contractor) to provide nurse practitioner services for a pilot alternative medical response unit from 6/10/2024 – 1/31/2025 with option to extend for 3 additional 1-year terms total not to exceed $2,700,000
- Sprague, Fire - Contract $77,250 with Tablet Command for Mobile CAD and Incident Command 7/1/2024 – 9/30/2024 piggybacking on a contract with the Orange County Fire Authority (OCFA). May be extended for up to 4 additional 1-year renewal terms at $65,000 per year.
- Gilman, HHCS – Amend 5-year Permanent Local Housing Allocation Program plan and apply for and accept funds from the State of California’s Permanent Local Housing Allocation Program in an amount not to exceed $3,321,617
- Gilman, HHCS – Amend Contract No. 32300134 add $500,000 (from American Rescue Plan) total $5,345,500 with Bonita House for SCU
- Gilman, HHCS – Amend Contract No. 32400236 add $25,300 total $75,000 with Creative Educational Consultants, Inc. for positive youth development for African American/Black and Latinx youth 6/1/2024 - 6/30/2025
- Gilman, HHCS Amend Contract No. 32300197 add $160,000 total $539,830 with Resource Development Associates for Results Based Accountability Consulting Services 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2026
- Gilman, HHCS - Revenue Grant Agreements $120,000, submit grant application to Essential Access Health to support reproductive health services, as well as individual and community health education and outreach activities at Berkeley High School Health Centers.
- Gilman, HHCS – Shelter Plus Care Renewal Grants, a. Shelter Plus Care from HUD $2,327,914 for COACH Project 1/1/2024 – 12/31/2024, b. federal Shelter Plus Care grants via Alameda County$927,164 to provide tenant-based rental assistance to individuals who are chronically homeless and disabled 3/1/2024 – 2/28/2025, c. two HUD grants 1. $4,165,069 for Supportive Housing Collaborative Project (SHC) 6/1/2024 – 5/31/2025 and 2. $2,438,926 for COACH Project 1/1/2025 – 12/31/2025
- Lois, Police – Approve 2023 Police Equipment & Community Safety Ordinance Annual Report
- Davis, Public Works – Active Transportation Program Cycle 7 Grant Funding Applications to Caltrans Active Transportation Program (ATP) for $4,000,000 for Southwest Berkeley Bike Blvds, $1,050,000 for Adeline Street Quick-Build
- Davis, Public Works – Purchase Order $1,269,808.20 with National Auto Fleet Group for 20 Ford Police Interceptor Utility (K8A) and Vehicles
- Davis, Public Works – Contract $850,000 with Edgeworth Integration, LLC. For installation of Security Cameras at Council approved intersections
- Davis, Public Works – FY 2024/2025 Transportation Development Act Article 3 Fund Allocation request to Metropolitan Transportation Commission (MTC) prior to 6/14/2024 for $151,950 for FY 2024/2025
- Mental Health Commission – Reappointment of Monica Renee Jones to Mental Health Commission for second 3-year term beginning 6/4/2024 – 6/3/2027
- Wong, Auditor – Contract $120,000 with GPP Analytics Inc. for independent Third-Party Audit of Payroll Audit Division
- Wong, Auditor – Amendments to BMC 2.24 to Establish Whistleblower Program Authority, to formally establish the City Auditor’s authority to receive and refer reports of fraud, waste or abuse as well as investigate those reports and any reports of retaliation against whictleblowers
- Arreguin – Appointment of La Tanya Bellow as the Interim City Manager effective July 11, 2024 o September 15, 2024 at a prorated rate of pay based upon an annualized salary of $401,722.10 for the period of service in this role in addition to employee benefits
- Arreguin – Appointment of Paul Buddenhagen as the City Manager effective September 16, 2024 an annual salary of $401,722.10 and additional employee benefits
- Taplin – Relinquishment of Council Budget Funds Berkeley Humane Bark (&Meow) Around the Block
- Wengraf , co-sponsors Bartlett, Hahn – Support for H.R. 7849 (Thompson and LaMaifa) support for the Disaster Resiliency and Coverage Act of 2024
43. Sprague, Fire – 2nd reading of Berkeley Fire Code Amendments
44. Klein, Planning – 2nd reading of Re-adoption of the Berkeley Building Codes including local amendments
45. Klein, Planning – ZAB Appeal 2113-15 Kittredge, Use Permit #ZP2022-0144, SB 330 density bonus 18-story, 211 dwelling units including 22 very low income units, and 24,273 sq ft live theater space
46. FY 2025 and 2026 Proposed Budget and FY 2025 – 2029 Capital Improvement Program
47. Harrison, co-sponsor Bartlett – Amend BMC 3.78 to expand eligibility requirements for representatives of the Poor to Serve on the Human Welfare and Community Action Commission
DISPOSITION of ITEMS REMOVED FROM DRAFT AGENDA:
- Sent to Budget Committee - Homeless Services Panel of Experts - Measure P Allocations FY 2025-2026 a. Homeless Services Panel of Experts, b. Gilman, HHCS approve the Homeless Services Panel of Experts recommendations but continue to partially fund 5150 transports from Measure P until alternative sources can be identified
- Sent to Land Use Committee - Taplin – Affordable Housing for Artists AB-812 Implementation and Cultural District Statutory Standardization 1. Refer to City Manager to study and develop ordinance to reserve for artists up to 10% of Below Market Rate units under BMC 23.328 (Inclusionary Housing) within 0.5 mile of state designated cultural district or within any similar locally designated cultural district, 2. Consider common standards for locally designated cultural districts, including but not limited to Overlay Zones3. Pursuant to California Government Code Section 8758, consider solicitation of state designation for cultural districts in the City of Berkeley
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LAND USE CALENDAR
2113-2115 Kittredge (California Theater) 6/4/2024
3000 Shattuck (construct 10-story mixed-use building) TBD
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
- May 21 at 4 pm (tentative)Inclusionary Housing In-Lieu Fee Feasibility Study
- October 22 Draft Waterfront Specific Plan
- Demolition Ordinance - Zoning Amendments BMC 23.326 Demolition and Dwelling Unit Controls
- Ashby BART Transit Oriented Development (TOD) Berkeley – El Cerrito Corridor Access Plan Presentation
- Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation
- Presentation on Homelessness/Re-Housing/Thousand-Person Plan (TBD regular agenda)
PREVIOUSLY LISTED WORKSESSIONS and SPECIAL MEETINGS REMOVED FROM LIST
- Fire Department Standards of Coverage & Community Risk Assessment
PAST MEETINGS with reports worth reading:
- May 16, 2023 - Fire Facilities Study Report, Wildfire Prevention Plan https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-special-meeting-eagenda-may-16-2023-6-pm
- June 20, 2023 (WS)Climate Action Plan & Resilience Update, Update reports available https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-special-meeting-eagenda-june-20-2023
- February 1, 2024 - Berkeley Economic Dashboards https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/documents/Economic%20Dashboard%202023.pdf
May 19 - May 26, 2024
Worth Noting:
The City Council worksession/special meeting on November Ballot initiatives was previously tentatively scheduled for Thursday, May 23 at 4 pm. This meeting is now listed in the Agenda and Rules packet as tentative Friday, May 24 with no time. No City Council official day and time is posted for the Ballot initiative meeting on the City Council agendas webpage. Check the city website home page https://berkeleyca.gov/ after Tuesday or go directly to the council agendas page https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas.
All City Council meetings and Council Committee meetings are offered in the hybrid format (in person and by videoconference on Zoom).
Goto meetings are in bold and underlined. Home owners should check the insurance webinar.
At the bottom are the directions for getting on or off the email list for the Activist’s Calendar and Activist’s Diary and how to make the most out of ZOOM with closed captioning, zoom transcripts and converting YouTube to a transcript.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, May 19, 2024 – No City Meetings or events foun
Monday, May 20, 2024 – Malcolm X Day – City Holiday
Tuesday, May 21, 2024
AGENDA & RULES COMMITTEE at 1 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 1st Floor, Cypress Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1607137656
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 713 7656
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 6/4/2024 -- draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda below at the end of the list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Worksessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, REFERRED ITEMS for REVIEW: 8. Discussion and Possible action on City Council Rules of Decorum, Procedural Rules, and Remote Public Comments 9. City Council Legislative Systems Redesign, UNSCHEDULED ITEMS: 10. Modifications or Improvements to City Council Meeting Procedures, 11. Strengthening and Supporting City Commission: Guidance on Development of Legislative Proposals, 12. Discussion and Recommendations on the Continued Use of Berkeley Considers. 13. Consideration of Changes to Supplemental Timelines (referred by Council at the May 7, 2024 Meeting). (packet --- pages)https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
CITY COUNCIL Closed Session at 3 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1604289924
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 358 7878
AGENDA: 1. Appointment Interim City Manager, 2. City Manager City Designated Representative: Mayor Jesse Arreguin.
https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-closed-meeting-eagenda-may-21-2024
CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 4 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1604289924
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 428 9924
AGENDA: one item 1. Residential Feasibility Analysis and In-Lieu Fee Recommendations (Report 77 pages)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1604289924
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 428 9924
AGENDA: Use the link and choose the html option to review agenda items individually or pdf to see the entire packet as one document. or go to the agenda listed at the end of the calendar.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION at 3:30 pm - Cancelled
Wednesday, May 22, 2024
BUDGET & FINANCE COMMITTEE Special Meeting at 12 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1617027586
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 702 7586
AGENDA: 2. FY 2025 / 2026 Proposed Budget
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-budget-finance
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: 1901 Russell, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library
AGENDA: 5. Chair’s Report, 6. Presentations, Discussion & Action Items: a) Approval of artist Kira Dominguez Hultgren for Cube Space, b) FY 2024 Capital Projects Memo Grant Awards, 7. Staff report, 8. Committee Reports.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
DISASTER and FIRE SAFETY COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 997 Cedar
AGENDA: 2. Staff Report, 5. Recommendation to City Council on Measure GG/FF Rate Adjustments & whether to approve/Dismiss increase to 2024 CPI of PIG Tax Rate Adjustments.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/disaster-and-fire-safety-commission
ENVIRONMENT and CLIMATE COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. Update from Staff, East Bay Green Home Tour on Saturday, June 1, 1-4 pm, 7. Update on Re-adoption of Berkeley Building Codes, 8. Joint item with Zero Waste Commission requesting support for Berkeley High reusable tableware program, 9. Cesar Chavez landfill GHG management, 10. Election new chair and vice chair, 11. Subcommittees.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/environment-and-climate-commission
POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD at 6:30 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2020 Milvia, Suite 250
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82653396072
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 826 5339 6072
AGENDA: 3. Public Comment on agenda and non-agenda items, 5. ODPA Staff Report, 6. Chair and Board Reports, 7. Chief of Police Report, 8. Subcommittee Reports, 9. New Business: Discussion & Action a. Board’s authority under Section 125(4)(b) of the Berkeley City Charter to propose an operational budget to the City Council, b. Proposal to systematize Board training as authorized by Section 125(12) of the Berkeley City Charter, c. ODPA’s proposal to the PAB for delegating the investigation or research of AI-assisted police reports to the ODPA, d. PAB’s report to Council 2024 Police Accountability Board Report: Fair and Impartial Policing Implementation, 10. Public Comment, Closed Session.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
Thursday, May 23, 2024
MENTAL HEALTH COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Poppy Room 2nd Floor
AGENDA: 3. Hawn - SCU update, 4. Pritchett - Community Needs Follow-up, 5. Opton - Discussion and possible motion of the forthcoming reorganization, 6. Opton – Motion to establish a subcommittee to study Berkeley’s participation in the reorganization and, potentially to make recommendations concerning Berkeley’s implementation of the reorganization, 7. Mental Health Manager’s Report, 8. Subcommittee reports.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/mental-health-commission
CESAR CHAVEZ PERIMETER PATHWAY and RESTROOM PROJECTS COMMUNITY MEETING from 5 – 7 pm
Register for link to Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEtf-2oqDMqHNCQp9QyPqrGLIswo8n0xs6N#/registration
Teleconference: 1-699-900-6833
Meeting ID: 850 8406 8064
AGENDA: Perimeter Pathway Renovation Project, 2. Permanent Public Restroom Project.
Flyer: https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/documents/Cesar%20Chavez%20Park%20Public%20Meeting%20%231.pdf
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/cesar-chavez-perimeter-pathway-and-restroom-projects-community-meeting
INSURANCE CRISIS from 7 – 9 pm
REGISTER for videoconference link: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_HDjZ53bRS9OppCnu61S_tQ#/registration
AGENDA: Home insurance, non-renewal and more
Fire Safety Self-Inspection Checklist: https://static1.squarespace.com/static/64e22edb1d0963279d51930a/t/66081bc6f1e13556681f0e14/1711807435945/DSI-Self-Inspection+Checklist-+digital+or+handout+2024+.pdf
Friday, May 24, 2024
2 x 2 COMMITTEE at 2:30 pm
Council members: Hahn, Taplin
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: 2020 Bonor, Room 126
Videoconference: https://berkeley-net.zoom.us/j/86227093238?pwd=YXFpeFlEUHNBRzAyb1c5OVBxR3o3Zz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6488
Meeting ID: 862 2709 3238 Passcode: 768905
AGENDA: 5. Public Comment, 6. Discussion Items 6.1 YEP Update, 6.2 Update on parking permits for BHS staff, 6.3 Update on CoB + BUSD Collaboration on Mental Health, 6.4 School Site Safety, 6.5 Transportation: explore public transit efforts/safe routes.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/2x2-committee
Saturday, May 25, 2024
INTRODUCTION to NATURE JOURNALING from 10 – 12:15pm
In-Person: 160 University
AGENDA: Learn the art of nature journaling
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/intro-nature-journaling
Sunday, May 26, 2024 – Memorial Day Weekend Holiday
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++ AGENDA AND RULES DRAFT AGENDA FOR JUNE 4, CITY COUNCIL MEETING ++
AGENDA & RULES COMMITTEE at 1 pm, Tuesday, May 26, 2024
Draft Agenda for June 4 City Council meeting at 6 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 1st Floor, Cypress Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1607137656
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 713 7656
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
AGENDA on CONSENT:
39. Sprague, Fire – 2nd reading of Berkeley Fire Code Amendments
40. Klein, Planning – 2nd reading of Re-adoption of the Berkeley Building Codes including local amendments
41. Klein, Planning – ZAB Appeal 2113-15 Kittredge, Use Permit #ZP2022-0144, SB 330 density bonus 18-story, 211 dwelling units including 22 very low income units, and 24,273 sq ft live theater space
42. FY 2025 and 2026 Proposed Budget and FY 2025 – 2029 Capital Improvement Program
43. Measure P Allocations FY 2025-2026 a. Homeless Services Panel of Experts, b. Gilman, HHCS approve the Homeless Sevices Panel of Experts recommendations but continue to partially fund 5150 transports from Measure P until alternative sources can be identified
44. Wong, Auditor – Amendments to BMC 2.24 to Establish Whistleblower Program Authority, to formally establish the City Auditor’s authority to receive and refer reports of fraud, waste or abuse as well as investigate those reports and any reports of retaliation against whictleblowers
45. Harrison, co-sponsor Bartlett – Amend BMC 3.78 to expand eligibility requirements for representatives of the Poor to Serve on the Human Welfare and Community Action Commission
46. Taplin – Affordable Housing for Artists AB-812 Implementation and Cultural District Statutory Standardization 1. Refer to City Manager to study and develop ordinance to reserve for artists up to 10% of Below Market Rate units under BMC 23.328 (Inclusionary Housing) within 0.5 mile of state designated cultural district or within any similar locally designated cultural district, 2. Consider common standards for locally designated cultural districts, including but not limited to Overlay Zones3. Pursuant to California Government Code Section 8758, consider solicitation of state designation for cultural districts in the City of Berkeley
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for Regular 6 pm Meeting on May 21, 2024
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1604289924
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 428 9924
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on Consent:
21. Friedrichsen, Budget Manager – Budget Presentation and Public Hearing #1 (proposed budget not included with agenda. Budget committee does not meet on proposed budget until May 22, 2024 the day after the council meeting – see budget and finance committee for documents ) https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-budget-finance
22. Gilman, HHCS – Rescinding and Adopting the Environmental Health Division Fee Schedule
23. Gilman, HHCS – Increase the Senior Center Facility Rental Security deposit from $350 to $500
24. Ferris, Parks – Selected Sports Field Fee increase
25. Klein, Planning – Planning Department Fee Schedule
INFORMATION REPORTS:
26. Louis, Police – Audit Recommendation to manage overtime and security work for outside entities
DISPOSITION of ITEMS REMOVED FROM DRAFT AGENDA:
Ballot Measure to be reviewed at May 23, 4 pm meeting on Ballot measures - Mayer, BOLT – BOLT request for City Council to place a limited library tax on November 2024 ballot
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LAND USE CALENDAR
2113-2115 Kittredge (California Theater) 6/4/2024
3000 Shattuck (construct 10-story mixed-use building) TBD
2600 Tenth Street TBD
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
UNSCHEDULED WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS & PRESENTATIONS
COUNCIL REFERRALS to AGENDA and RULES COMMITTEE and UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Worth Noting:
The City Council worksession/special meeting on November Ballot initiatives was previously tentatively scheduled for Thursday, May 23 at 4 pm. This meeting is now listed in the Agenda and Rules packet as tentative Friday, May 24 with no time. No City Council official day and time is posted for the Ballot initiative meeting on the City Council agendas webpage. Check the city website home page https://berkeleyca.gov/ after Tuesday or go directly to the council agendas page https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas.
All City Council meetings and Council Committee meetings are offered in the hybrid format (in person and by videoconference on Zoom).
Goto meetings are in bold and underlined. Home owners should check the insurance webinar.
- Monday, May 20, 2024 is the Malcolm X Day City Holiday
- Tuesday, May 21, 2024:
- At 1 pm the Agenda Committee meets to finalize the June 4 City Council agenda.
- At 3 pm the City Council meets in closed session.
- At 4 pm City Council meets on the affordable housing in lieu fee.
- At 6 pm is the regular City Council meeting with hearing #1 on FY 2025 & FY 2026 budget.
- Wednesday, May 22, 2024:
- At 12 pm the Budget and Finance Committee meets on the proposed FY2025 & 2026 budget.
- At 6 pm the Civic Arts Commission meets in person.
- At 6 pm the Environment and Climate Commission meets in person.
- At 6:30 pm the Police Accountability Board meets in the hybrid format at a new location 2020 Milvia.
- Thursday, May 23, 2024:
- From 5 – 7 pm the Community Meeting on the Cesar Chavez Perimeter Pathway and Permanent Restroom meets online on Zoom.
- From 7 – 9 pm is the Insurance Crisis Webinar on zoom. Pre-registration is required.
- At 7 pm the Mental Health Commission meets in person.
- Friday, May 24, 2024: at 2:30 pm the 2 x 2 (BUSD and Council) meets in the hybrid format.
- Saturday, May 25, 2024: From 10 am – 12:15 pm is an in-person introduction to Nature Journaling.
At the bottom are the directions for getting on or off the email list for the Activist’s Calendar and Activist’s Diary and how to make the most out of ZOOM with closed captioning, zoom transcripts and converting YouTube to a transcript.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, May 19, 2024 – No City Meetings or events foun
Monday, May 20, 2024 – Malcolm X Day – City Holiday
Tuesday, May 21, 2024
AGENDA & RULES COMMITTEE at 1 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 1st Floor, Cypress Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1607137656
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 713 7656
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 6/4/2024 -- draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda below at the end of the list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Worksessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, REFERRED ITEMS for REVIEW: 8. Discussion and Possible action on City Council Rules of Decorum, Procedural Rules, and Remote Public Comments 9. City Council Legislative Systems Redesign, UNSCHEDULED ITEMS: 10. Modifications or Improvements to City Council Meeting Procedures, 11. Strengthening and Supporting City Commission: Guidance on Development of Legislative Proposals, 12. Discussion and Recommendations on the Continued Use of Berkeley Considers. 13. Consideration of Changes to Supplemental Timelines (referred by Council at the May 7, 2024 Meeting). (packet --- pages)https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
CITY COUNCIL Closed Session at 3 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1604289924
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 358 7878
AGENDA: 1. Appointment Interim City Manager, 2. City Manager City Designated Representative: Mayor Jesse Arreguin.
https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-closed-meeting-eagenda-may-21-2024
CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 4 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1604289924
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 428 9924
AGENDA: one item 1. Residential Feasibility Analysis and In-Lieu Fee Recommendations (Report 77 pages)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1604289924
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 428 9924
AGENDA: Use the link and choose the html option to review agenda items individually or pdf to see the entire packet as one document. or go to the agenda listed at the end of the calendar.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION at 3:30 pm - Cancelled
Wednesday, May 22, 2024
BUDGET & FINANCE COMMITTEE Special Meeting at 12 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1617027586
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 702 7586
AGENDA: 2. FY 2025 / 2026 Proposed Budget
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-budget-finance
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: 1901 Russell, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library
AGENDA: 5. Chair’s Report, 6. Presentations, Discussion & Action Items: a) Approval of artist Kira Dominguez Hultgren for Cube Space, b) FY 2024 Capital Projects Memo Grant Awards, 7. Staff report, 8. Committee Reports.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
DISASTER and FIRE SAFETY COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 997 Cedar
AGENDA: 2. Staff Report, 5. Recommendation to City Council on Measure GG/FF Rate Adjustments & whether to approve/Dismiss increase to 2024 CPI of PIG Tax Rate Adjustments.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/disaster-and-fire-safety-commission
ENVIRONMENT and CLIMATE COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. Update from Staff, East Bay Green Home Tour on Saturday, June 1, 1-4 pm, 7. Update on Re-adoption of Berkeley Building Codes, 8. Joint item with Zero Waste Commission requesting support for Berkeley High reusable tableware program, 9. Cesar Chavez landfill GHG management, 10. Election new chair and vice chair, 11. Subcommittees.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/environment-and-climate-commission
POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD at 6:30 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2020 Milvia, Suite 250
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82653396072
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 826 5339 6072
AGENDA: 3. Public Comment on agenda and non-agenda items, 5. ODPA Staff Report, 6. Chair and Board Reports, 7. Chief of Police Report, 8. Subcommittee Reports, 9. New Business: Discussion & Action a. Board’s authority under Section 125(4)(b) of the Berkeley City Charter to propose an operational budget to the City Council, b. Proposal to systematize Board training as authorized by Section 125(12) of the Berkeley City Charter, c. ODPA’s proposal to the PAB for delegating the investigation or research of AI-assisted police reports to the ODPA, d. PAB’s report to Council 2024 Police Accountability Board Report: Fair and Impartial Policing Implementation, 10. Public Comment, Closed Session.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
Thursday, May 23, 2024
MENTAL HEALTH COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Poppy Room 2nd Floor
AGENDA: 3. Hawn - SCU update, 4. Pritchett - Community Needs Follow-up, 5. Opton - Discussion and possible motion of the forthcoming reorganization, 6. Opton – Motion to establish a subcommittee to study Berkeley’s participation in the reorganization and, potentially to make recommendations concerning Berkeley’s implementation of the reorganization, 7. Mental Health Manager’s Report, 8. Subcommittee reports.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/mental-health-commission
CESAR CHAVEZ PERIMETER PATHWAY and RESTROOM PROJECTS COMMUNITY MEETING from 5 – 7 pm
Register for link to Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEtf-2oqDMqHNCQp9QyPqrGLIswo8n0xs6N#/registration
Teleconference: 1-699-900-6833
Meeting ID: 850 8406 8064
AGENDA: Perimeter Pathway Renovation Project, 2. Permanent Public Restroom Project.
Flyer: https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/documents/Cesar%20Chavez%20Park%20Public%20Meeting%20%231.pdf
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/cesar-chavez-perimeter-pathway-and-restroom-projects-community-meeting
INSURANCE CRISIS from 7 – 9 pm
REGISTER for videoconference link: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_HDjZ53bRS9OppCnu61S_tQ#/registration
AGENDA: Home insurance, non-renewal and more
Fire Safety Self-Inspection Checklist: https://static1.squarespace.com/static/64e22edb1d0963279d51930a/t/66081bc6f1e13556681f0e14/1711807435945/DSI-Self-Inspection+Checklist-+digital+or+handout+2024+.pdf
Friday, May 24, 2024
2 x 2 COMMITTEE at 2:30 pm
Council members: Hahn, Taplin
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: 2020 Bonor, Room 126
Videoconference: https://berkeley-net.zoom.us/j/86227093238?pwd=YXFpeFlEUHNBRzAyb1c5OVBxR3o3Zz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6488
Meeting ID: 862 2709 3238 Passcode: 768905
AGENDA: 5. Public Comment, 6. Discussion Items 6.1 YEP Update, 6.2 Update on parking permits for BHS staff, 6.3 Update on CoB + BUSD Collaboration on Mental Health, 6.4 School Site Safety, 6.5 Transportation: explore public transit efforts/safe routes.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/2x2-committee
Saturday, May 25, 2024
INTRODUCTION to NATURE JOURNALING from 10 – 12:15pm
In-Person: 160 University
AGENDA: Learn the art of nature journaling
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/intro-nature-journaling
Sunday, May 26, 2024 – Memorial Day Weekend Holiday
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AGENDA & RULES COMMITTEE at 1 pm, Tuesday, May 26, 2024
Draft Agenda for June 4 City Council meeting at 6 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 1st Floor, Cypress Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1607137656
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 713 7656
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
AGENDA on CONSENT:
- Brown, City Attorney - 2nd reading repeal BMC 12.80 natural gas ban
- Friedrichsen, Budget Manager - 2nd Annual Appropriations Ordinance $64,638,408 (gross) and $52,785,663 (net)
- Davis Public Works – 2nd reading Revised fees Public Use of City-Owned EV charging ports
- Brown, City Attorney – Contract $70,000 with Amira Jackmon Attorney at Law for Loring and Gilman Parking Benefit District Formation Services
- Hollander, Economic Development – Assessments: Berkeley Tourism Business Improvement District (BID)
- Hollander, Economic Development – Assessments: North Shattuck Property Based BID
- Hollander, Economic Development – Assessments: Telegraph Property Based BID
- Hollander, Economic Development – Assessments: Downtown Berkeley Property Based BID
- Hollander, Economic Development – Contracts for on-call fine art services for the City of Berkeley’s Public art Collection the 6/30/2026, Gizmo Art Production, Inc $200,000. ARG Conservation Services $150,000, Atthowe Fine Art Service Contract No. 32300137 add $200,000 total $400,000.
- Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2025 Tax Rate: Fund Debt Service on Neighborhood Branch Library Improvements Project General Obligation Bonds (Measure FF, November 2008 election) at 0.0048%
- Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2025 Tax Rate: Fund Debt Service on the Street and Watershed Improvements General Obligation Bonds (Measure M, November 2012 Election) at 0.0064%
- Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2025 Tax Rate: Fund Debt Service on 2015 Refunding General Obligation Bonds (Measures G,S & I) at 0.0111%
- Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2025 Tax Rate: Fund Debt Service on the Infrastructure and facilities General Obligation Bonds (Measure T1 November 2016 election)
- Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2025 Tax Rate: Fund Debt Service on the Affordable Housing General Obligation Bonds (Measure O November 2018 election)
- Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2025 Tax Rate: Business License Tax on Large Non-Profits $0.8207 per square foot of improvements
- Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2025 Tax Rate: Fund the Maintenance of Parks, City Trees and Landscaping at $0.2210 per square foot of improvements
- Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2025 Tax Rate: Fund the Provision of Emergency Medical Services (Paramedic Tax) at $0.0468 per square foot of improvements
- Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2025 Tax Rate: Fund Emergency Services for the Severely Disabled (Measure E) at $0.02094 per square foot of improvements
- Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2025 Tax Rate: Fund Firefighting, Emergency Medical Response and Wildfire Prevention (Measure FF) at annual tax fate of $0.1220 per square foot of improvements
- Oyekanmi, Finance – Temporary Appropriations FY 2025 sum $50,000,000 to cover payroll and other expenses from 7/1/2024 until the effective date of the FY 2025 Annual Appropriations Ordinance
- Sprague, Fire – Amend Contract No. 32300165 add $200,000 with KLD Associates for Evacuation and Emergency Response Analysis through 6/30/2026 with option to extend for an additional 5 years through 6/30/3031 total plus extension $600,000
- Sprgue, Fire – Contract $510,000 with Pinnacle Training Systems, LLC (Contractor) to provide nurse practitioner services for a pilot alternative medical response unit from 6/10/2024 – 1/31/2025 with option to extend for 3 additional 1-year terms total not to exceed $2,700,000
- Sprague, Fire - Contract $77,250 with Tablet Command for Mobile CAD and Incident Command 7/1/2024 – 9/30/2024 piggybacking on a contract with the Orange County Fire Authority (OCFA). May be extended for up to 4 additional 1-year renewal terms at $65,000 per year.
- Gilman, HHCS – Amend 5-year Permanent Local Housing Allocation Program plan and apply for and accept funds from the State of California’s Permanent Local Housing Allocation Program in an amount not to exceed $3,321,617
- Gilman, HHCS – Amend Contract No. 32300134 add $500,000 (from American Rescue Plan) total $5,345,500 with Bonita House for SCU
- Gilman, HHCS – Amend Contract No. 32400236 add $25,300 total $75,000 with Creative Educational Consultants, Inc. for positive youth development for African American/Black and Latinx youth 6/1/2024 - 6/30/2025
- Gilman, HHCS Amend Contract No. 32300197 add $160,000 total $539,830 with Resource Development Associates for Results Based Accountability Consulting Services 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2026
- Gilman, HHCS - Revenue Grant Agreements $120,000, submit grant application to Essential Access Health to support reproductive health services, as well as individual and community health education and outreach activities at Berkeley High School Health Centers.
- Gilman, HHCS – Shelter Plus Care Renewal Grants, a. Shelter Plus Care from HUD $2,327,914 for COACH Project 1/1/2024 – 12/31/2024, b. federal Shelter Plus Care grants via Alamed County$927,164 to provide tenant-based rental assistance to individuals who are chronically homeless and disabled 3/1/2024 – 2/28/2025, c. two HUD grants 1. $4,165,069 for Suportive Housing Collaborative Project (SHC) 6/1/2024 – 5/31/2025 and 2. $2,438,926 for COACH Project 1/1/2025 – 12/31/2025
- Lois, Police – Approve 2023 Police Equipment & Community Safety Ordinance Annual Report
- Davis, Public Works – Active Transportation Program Cycle 7 Grant Funding Applications to Caltrans Active Transportation Program (ATP) for $4,000,000 for Southwest Berkeley Bike Blvds, $1,050,000 for Adeline Street Quick-Build
- Davis, Public Works – Purchase Order $1,269,808.20 with National Auto Fleet Group for 20 Ford Police Interceptor Utility (K8A) and Vehicles
- Davis, Public Works – Contract $850,000 with Edgeworth Integration, LLC. For installation of Security Cameras at Council approved intersections
- Davis, Public Works – FY 2024/2025 Transportation Development Act Article 3 Fund Allocation request to Metropolitan Transportation Commission (MTC) prior to 6/14/2024 for $151,950 for FY 2024/2025
- Mental Health Commission – Reappointment of Monica Reneee Jones to Mental Health Commission for second 3-year term beginning 6/4/2024 – 6/3/2027
- Wong, Auditor – Contract $120,000 with GPP Analytics Inc. for independent Third-Party Audit of Payroll Audit Division
- Taplin – Relinquishment of Council Budget Funds Berkeley Humane Bark (&Meow) Around the Block
- Wengraf – Support for H.R. 7849 (Thompson and LaMaifa) support for the Disaster Resiliency and Coverage Act of 2024
39. Sprague, Fire – 2nd reading of Berkeley Fire Code Amendments
40. Klein, Planning – 2nd reading of Re-adoption of the Berkeley Building Codes including local amendments
41. Klein, Planning – ZAB Appeal 2113-15 Kittredge, Use Permit #ZP2022-0144, SB 330 density bonus 18-story, 211 dwelling units including 22 very low income units, and 24,273 sq ft live theater space
42. FY 2025 and 2026 Proposed Budget and FY 2025 – 2029 Capital Improvement Program
43. Measure P Allocations FY 2025-2026 a. Homeless Services Panel of Experts, b. Gilman, HHCS approve the Homeless Sevices Panel of Experts recommendations but continue to partially fund 5150 transports from Measure P until alternative sources can be identified
44. Wong, Auditor – Amendments to BMC 2.24 to Establish Whistleblower Program Authority, to formally establish the City Auditor’s authority to receive and refer reports of fraud, waste or abuse as well as investigate those reports and any reports of retaliation against whictleblowers
45. Harrison, co-sponsor Bartlett – Amend BMC 3.78 to expand eligibility requirements for representatives of the Poor to Serve on the Human Welfare and Community Action Commission
46. Taplin – Affordable Housing for Artists AB-812 Implementation and Cultural District Statutory Standardization 1. Refer to City Manager to study and develop ordinance to reserve for artists up to 10% of Below Market Rate units under BMC 23.328 (Inclusionary Housing) within 0.5 mile of state designated cultural district or within any similar locally designated cultural district, 2. Consider common standards for locally designated cultural districts, including but not limited to Overlay Zones3. Pursuant to California Government Code Section 8758, consider solicitation of state designation for cultural districts in the City of Berkeley
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for Regular 6 pm Meeting on May 21, 2024
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1604289924
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 428 9924
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on Consent:
- Kouyoumdjian, HR - Amend BMC 4.04.120(A) to rename the Legislative Assistant classification as Legislation Aide
- Taplin, co-sponsor Lunaparra – Add Chapter 13.22 to BMC to prohibit discrimination on the basis of family or relationship structure
- Oyekanmi, Finance - Notice of Appropriations Limit for FY 2025
- Oyekanmi, Finance – Request for Proposals $325,000, County Coordinator $200,000, Miyawaki Forest $125,000
- Gilman, HHCS – Contract $250,000 with Social Policy Research Associates for consulting services 6/1/2024 – 6/30/2025
- Gilman, HHCS – Amend Contract No. 32300104 add $250,000 total $750,000 and extend to 5/31/2025 with The Village of Love for Telegraph Neighborhood Sacred Rest Drop-In Center
- Gilman, HHCS – Amend Contract No. 6252 for real property at 819 Hearst (813 Delaware) for purposes of assigning ground lease from current owner, Ocean View, LLC to Orbach Affordable Housing Solutions (OAHS) Ocean View LP and extend ground lease term to 6/30/2089
- Ferris, Parks – Grant Application/Accept grant $76,000, city share $7,600 removal and disposal abandoned vessels
- Klein, Planning - LOA requests for Mabel Athanasious and Shanza Syed absence requests for Environment & Climate Youth Commissioners for meeting dates June 26, 2024 and July 24, 2024
- Klein, Panning - Contract $622,2215 with Online Solutions, LLC (DBA Citizenserve) for Housing Inspection and Code Enforcement Software from 6/17/2024 – 6/16/2029
- Klein, Panning – Contract $600,000 with Raimi + Associates for planning services for North Shattuck, College and Solano Avenue corridors zoning update 6/6/2024 – 12/31/2026
- Louis, Police – Amend Contract No. 32300103 add $150,000 total $200,000 with Bay Area PL Services of on-call phlebotomy and sexual assault exams and extend 12/31/2028
- Davis, Public Works – Declaration of Intent – FY 2025 Street Lighting Assessments
- Arreguin – Direct CM to develop a pilot program for 5-10 Seriously Mentally Ill (SMI) persons who have required frequent interventions
- Arreguin – Adopt 1st reading of ordinance amending BMC 3.02 to allow the Mayor to approve LOA for a commissioner appointed by the council as a whole
- Arreguin – Budget referral $630,00 restarting 4th of July celebration
- Arreguin – Relinquishment of office budget funds for 2024 Taste of Downtown event
- Arreguin – Budget referral $31,250 Berkeley Youth Alternatives Part-time Garden Assisstant
- Bartlett - Relinquishment of office budget funds for Juneteenth Festival
- Bartlett – Refer to CM to analyze potential for speed bump on Russell at King
21. Friedrichsen, Budget Manager – Budget Presentation and Public Hearing #1 (proposed budget not included with agenda. Budget committee does not meet on proposed budget until May 22, 2024 the day after the council meeting – see budget and finance committee for documents ) https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-budget-finance
22. Gilman, HHCS – Rescinding and Adopting the Environmental Health Division Fee Schedule
23. Gilman, HHCS – Increase the Senior Center Facility Rental Security deposit from $350 to $500
24. Ferris, Parks – Selected Sports Field Fee increase
25. Klein, Planning – Planning Department Fee Schedule
INFORMATION REPORTS:
26. Louis, Police – Audit Recommendation to manage overtime and security work for outside entities
DISPOSITION of ITEMS REMOVED FROM DRAFT AGENDA:
Ballot Measure to be reviewed at May 23, 4 pm meeting on Ballot measures - Mayer, BOLT – BOLT request for City Council to place a limited library tax on November 2024 ballot
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LAND USE CALENDAR
2113-2115 Kittredge (California Theater) 6/4/2024
3000 Shattuck (construct 10-story mixed-use building) TBD
2600 Tenth Street TBD
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
- Friday, May 24 (tentative) - Ballot Measures for November 2024 including Library Tax Ballot Measure, (Previously listed as May 23 at 4 pm the same evening as a Webinar on insurance crisis at 7 pm)
- Tuesday, June 25 (tentative 3 or 4 pm) – Demolition Ordinance
- Tuesday, September 17 - open
- Tuesday, October 22 - Draft Waterfront Specific Plan
UNSCHEDULED WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS & PRESENTATIONS
- June 10 or 14 (previously listed as June 13) - Ballot Measures for November 2024 and results Community Survey
- Ashby BART Transit Oriented Development (TOD) Berkeley – El Cerrito Corridor Access Plan Presentation
- Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation
- Presentation on Homelessness/Re-Housing/Thousand-Person Plan (TBD regular agenda)
COUNCIL REFERRALS to AGENDA and RULES COMMITTEE and UNFINISHED BUSINESS
- Demolition Ordinance - Zoning Amendments BMC 23.326 Demolition and Dwelling Unit Controls
May 12 - May 19, 2024
Worth Noting:
Nice weather is here, before you go out and make all kinds of gardening mistakes check out the resources on Bringing Back the Native Garden Tour including the YouTube channel with Douglas Tallamy on why to use native plants, Erin Diehm on how to make your windows bird safe and garden tour videos, https://www.bringingbackthenatives.net Then go to Calscape restore nature one garden at a time to choose plants and find nurseries that specialize in native plants. http://calscape.org
Note bolded meetings:
At the bottom are the directions for getting on or off the email list for the Activist’s Calendar and Activist’s Diary and how to make the most out of ZOOM with closed captioning, zoom transcripts and converting YouTube to a transcript.
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Check for email from Karen Klatt for MHSA Advisory Committee meeting
BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, May 12, 2024 – Mothers’ Day
Monday, May 13, 2024
BUDGET and FINANCE COMMITTEE at 9 am
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 1st floor – Cypress Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1604602151
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 460 2151
AGENDA: 1. Department Budget Presentations a. City Attorney, b. Measure P and U1, Discussion on Budget Balancing Strategies, 2. Discussion and Recommendations
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-budget-finance
YOUTH COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
In-Person: 1730 Oregon
AGENDA: 9 & 10. Berkeley High Restroom Recommendation Letter, 11-13. Youth Commission Work Plan.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/youth-commission
Tuesday, May 14, 2024
SOLANO AVENUE BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT ADVISORY BOARD (Solano BID) at 11 am
In-Person: 1849 Solano, Solano Oriental Rug Gallery
AGENDA: 4. Financial Update, 5. Discussion Items: Enhancing Public Safety, Solano Avenue beautification, budget and finance.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/solano-avenue-business-improvement-district-advisory-board
CITY COUNCIL - Location & Zoom - Special Meeting at 4:30 pm and Regular Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1617988895
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 798 8895
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 4:30 pm
AGENDA: 1. One item – Presentation of PAB – ODPA Triennial Report [2021-2023], Police Accountability Board, Office of the Director of Police Accountability
https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-special-meeting-eagenda-may-14-2024
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
AGENDA: Use the link and choose the html option to review agenda items individually or pdf to see the entire packet as one document. or go to the agenda listed at the end of the calendar.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Wednesday, May 15, 2024
FACILITIES, INFRASTRUCTURE, TRANSPORTATION, ENVIRONMENT (FITES) and SUSTAINABILITY at 2 pm (members: Taplin, Humbert, Lunaparra)
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1602195838
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 219 5838
AGENDA: 1. Harrison, co-sponsor Bartlett, Hahn – Adopt Ordinance adding a new chapter BMC 12.01 Establishing Emergency GHG limits, process for updated Climate Action Plan, Monitoring, Evaluation, Reporting and Regional Collaboration, 3. Harrison – Discussion Progress on the Bike and Pedestrian Plans, 4. Taplin – Discussion Train Quiet Zones in West Berkeley, 5. Environment and Climate Commission – Develop Curb Management Plan 6. CM – 5 Year Street Rehabilitation Plan FY 2024 – 2028, 7. Bartlett – EVITP (Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Training Program) to address increasing safety and fire concerns to provide training and require 50% of electricians per job to be trained on installing and maintaining city-funded EVSE (Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment).
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-facilities-infrastructure-transportation-environment-sustainability
COMMISSION on AGING at 1:30 PM
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: Presentation Alameda County Transportation Commission San Pablo Avenue Multimodal Corridor Project Update-Aleida Andrino-Chavez, ACTC Transportation Planner, Discussion / Action Items :1. Proposed Letter to City Council on Publicizing Berkeley Rides for Seniors & Disabled-Karin-Evans, 2. Presentation proposal: Wendy Peterson of the Senior services Coalition of Alameda County to discuss her group’s work – Phyllis Orrick, e. Presentation proposal: Disaster and Fires Services Commissioner Mike Wilson presenting the Street Trauma Prevention Initiative and the commission’s report to City Council – Phyllis Orrick, 4. Presentation Proposal: Justin Horner will speak on Berkeley’s new Missing Middle zoning – Phyllis Orrick, 5. Presentations for future meetings discussion-Margot Smith, Commissioner reports 1. Public Safety and Crime Prevention for Elders-Roni Cochran, 2. Clarity regarding “removing” items from agenda – George Porter, 3. Agenda submission form, to be approved – George Porter
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-aging
COMMISSION on LABOR at 7 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 7. Discussion and Possible Action on Fair Workweek Ordinance Implementation, 8. Discussion and Possible Action on Labor Education.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-labor
COMMISSION on the STATUS of WOMEN at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: Discussion and Possible Action: 6. Presenter, Tech CEO on the Impact of AI on Women and Creating Economic Opportunities in Small Businesses, 7. Presenter, Healthy Black Families on Small Businesses
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-status-women
HUMAN WELFARE and COMMUNITY ACTION COMMISSION (HWCAC) at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 1st floor – Cypress Room
AGENDA: 2. Draft letter to Council regarding recommendations on appointments to HWCAC, 3. 2024 HWCAC Strategic Plan Discussion, 4. Review City of Berkeley funded agency Program and Financial reports a. LifeLong Medical Care program and financial reports, 5. Swear-in eligible low-income representative commissioners, 6. HWCAC private sector representatives, 7. City ADA violations, 8. San Pablo plan and Ohlone bike path in light of the Community Risk Assessment, 9. Hybrid meetings.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/human-welfare-and-community-action-commission
Thursday, May 16, 2024
HEALTH, LIFE ENRICHMENT, EQUITY & COMMUNITY at 10 am (members: Kesarwani, Bartlett, alternate Hahn)
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1608402725
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 840 2725
AGENDA: 2. Kesarwani, co-sponsors Humbert, Wengraf, Taplin - Referral for Development of RFP to Support Berkeley-Based Non-Profit Food Assistance Providers Serving Food Insecure Households, 3. Bartlett, co-sponsor Harrison – Adopt Amendment Healthy Checkout requiring stores 2500 sq ft and under to sell more nutritious food and beverage options in their checkout areas, 4. Bartlett – Small business support, promote greater transparency about business licensing process, 5. Klein, Planning – Re-adoption of Building codes NOX provisions.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-health-life-enrichment-equity-community
COMMUNITY HEALTH COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 5. Review Commission’s Workplan, Priorities and Goals
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/community-health-commission
DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Gooseberry Room
AGENDA: 3030 Telegraph – Final Design Review – to demolish existing 1-story 10,000 sq ft medical office building and 2 duplexes and construct new 5-story mixed used building with approximately 1550 sq ft of commercial area and 144 dwelling units, including 8-below market rate units
1598 University – Final Design Review – to demolish an existing non-residential structure and construct a 134,409 sq ft 8-story mixwed-use residential building containing 207 dwelling units (including 21 very low-income units) and 5,787 sq ft commercial space, 39 parking spaces and 92 bicycle parking spaces.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/design-review-committee
FAIR CAMPAIGN PRACTICES COMMISSION (FCPC) / OPEN GOVERNEMENT COMMISSION (OGC) at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 1st floor – Cypress Room
AGENDA: FCPC all discussion and possible action: 6. Report from negotiating subcommittee for Mike Chang for School Board 2022, 7. Request for opinion from Todd Andrew pursuant to BMC 2.12.220, 8. Request for opinion from Re-Elect Mayor Jesse Arreguin 2024 pursuant to BMC 2.12.220, 9. Request for opinion from Nicholas Sanders pursuant to BMC 2.12.220, OGC 11. Public Records Act Complaint filed by Chris Nardi. Joint FCPC-OGC 13. 2024-2025 Workplans.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/fair-campaign-practices-commission
TRANSPORTATION and INFRASTRUCTURE at 6:15 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Aspen Room
AGENDA: B. Discussion/Action Items: 1. (approximate time 7:10 pm) Active Transportation Program (ATP) grant applications – Action requested for following projects: Southwest Berkeley Bike Blvds for up to $4,000,000; Adeline Street Quick-Build for up to $1.05 million. Staff request commission action to authorize the chair to write to write a letter of support for the grant in the Commission’s capacity as the City of Berkeley Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee (BPAC), 2. (approximate time 7:25 pm) Informational update on the Link21 Program*
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/transportation-and-infrastructure-commission
ZERO WASTE COMMISSION at 5:30 pm
In-Person: at 1326 Allston, Corporation Yard, Ratcliff Building, Willow Room
AGENDA: 6 pm – 6. Staff Updates Progress on SB-1383 Implementation, SUDs Ordinance Implementation/Enforcement, Organics Sampling, Discussion and Action Items: 6:15 pm 1. Report out from the Special Events Subcommittee and Green Building Subcommittee,
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zero-waste-commission
Friday, May 17, 2024
Saturday, May 18, 2024
Sunday, May 19, 2024
≈+++++++++++++++++ City Council Agenda for May 14, 2024 +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for May 14, 2024 at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1617988895
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 798 8895
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
RECESS ITEM:
AGENDA on ACTION:
26.Numainville, City Clerk – 2024 City Council Referral Prioritization using Re-Weighted Range Voting (this is where council reviews referrals to the CM prioritizes and eliminates referrals from the list
27.Arredondo, CM Office – Reimagining Public Safety Update
28.Kesarwani – Refer to CM to implement AB 1033 (Ting - passed 2023) allowing ADUs to be sold separately from primary residence – bill text (long) https://legiscan.com/CA/text/AB1033/id/2832426 ADUs defined as not exceeding 1200 sq ft if separate /detached or if attached shall not exceed more than 50% of existing primary dwelling
INFORMATION REPORTS:
29.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Update response to Audit Directives
30.Wong, Auditor – Audit Follow-up Status
DISPOSITION of ITEMS REMOVED FROM DRAFT AGENDA:
Referred to Parks, Waterfront and Recreation Commission - Taplin – Adopt Resolution designating J-Dock for community service and recreational educational uses and direct CM to retain 2 slips for Cal Sailing Club
+++++++++++++++++ City Council Agenda for May 21, 2024 +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for Regular 6 pm Meeting on May 21, 2024
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1604289924
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 428 9924
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on Consent:
21.Friedrichsen, Budget Manager – Budget Presentation and Public Hearing #1
Gilman, HHCS – Rescinding and Adopting the Environmental Health Division Fee Schedule
DISPOSITION of ITEMS REMOVED FROM DRAFT AGENDA:
Ballot Measure to be reviewed at May 23, 4 pm meeting on Ballot measures - Mayer, BOLT – BOLT request for City Council to place a limited library tax on November 2024 ballot
+++++++++++++++++++ Land Use - Work Sessions - Special Meetings +++++++++++++++
LAND USE CALENDAR
2113-2115 Kittredge (California Theater) 6/4/2024
3000 Shattuck (construct 10-story mixed-use building) TBD
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
UNSCHEDULED WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS
COUNCIL REFERRALS to AGENDA and RULES COMMITTEE and UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Worth Noting:
Nice weather is here, before you go out and make all kinds of gardening mistakes check out the resources on Bringing Back the Native Garden Tour including the YouTube channel with Douglas Tallamy on why to use native plants, Erin Diehm on how to make your windows bird safe and garden tour videos, https://www.bringingbackthenatives.net Then go to Calscape restore nature one garden at a time to choose plants and find nurseries that specialize in native plants. http://calscape.org
Note bolded meetings:
- Monday:
- At 9 am the Budget and Finance Committee meets in the hybrid format on the FY 2025-2026 budget. There will be an audio recording (NOT video) of the meeting.
- At 6:30 pm the Youth Commission meets in person.
- Tuesday:
- At 11 am the Solano BID meets in person.
- At 4:30 pm (hybrid format) the Police Accountability Board presents the 2021-2023 report to City Council.
- At 6 pm City Council meets in the hybrid format with items 25-PICKUPS/loading drop-off zones, 26-prioritizing referrals (see table at https://tinyurl.com/bdnnrfvu ), 27-reimagining public safety, 28-implementing AB 1033 selling ADUs separately
- Wednesday:
- At 1:30 pm the Commission on Aging meets in person with a presentation by ACTC on the San Pablo Corridor Plan,
- At 2 pm FITES meets in the hybrid format.
- At 6:30 pm the HWCAC meets in person in a fully equipped room for hybrid meetings.
- At 7 pm the Commission on Labor meets in person on Fair Work Week Ordinance.
- At 7 pm the Commission on the Status of Women meets in person.
- Thursday:
- At 10 am the Health, Life Enrichment, Equity & Community meets in the hybrid format with NOX on the agenda.
- At 5:30 pm the Zero Waste Commission meets in person.
- At 6:15 pm the Transportation and Infrastructure Commission meets in person on bicycle blvds.
- At 6:30 pm the Community Health Commission meets in person.
- At 6:30 pm the Design Review Committee meets in person.
- At 6:30 pm the FCPC/OGC meet in person in the Cypress Room fully equipped for hybrid meetings.
- Saturday: At 9 am is shoreline cleanup.
At the bottom are the directions for getting on or off the email list for the Activist’s Calendar and Activist’s Diary and how to make the most out of ZOOM with closed captioning, zoom transcripts and converting YouTube to a transcript.
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Check for email from Karen Klatt for MHSA Advisory Committee meeting
BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, May 12, 2024 – Mothers’ Day
Monday, May 13, 2024
BUDGET and FINANCE COMMITTEE at 9 am
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 1st floor – Cypress Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1604602151
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 460 2151
AGENDA: 1. Department Budget Presentations a. City Attorney, b. Measure P and U1, Discussion on Budget Balancing Strategies, 2. Discussion and Recommendations
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-budget-finance
YOUTH COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
In-Person: 1730 Oregon
AGENDA: 9 & 10. Berkeley High Restroom Recommendation Letter, 11-13. Youth Commission Work Plan.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/youth-commission
Tuesday, May 14, 2024
SOLANO AVENUE BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT ADVISORY BOARD (Solano BID) at 11 am
In-Person: 1849 Solano, Solano Oriental Rug Gallery
AGENDA: 4. Financial Update, 5. Discussion Items: Enhancing Public Safety, Solano Avenue beautification, budget and finance.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/solano-avenue-business-improvement-district-advisory-board
CITY COUNCIL - Location & Zoom - Special Meeting at 4:30 pm and Regular Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1617988895
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 798 8895
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 4:30 pm
AGENDA: 1. One item – Presentation of PAB – ODPA Triennial Report [2021-2023], Police Accountability Board, Office of the Director of Police Accountability
https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-special-meeting-eagenda-may-14-2024
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
AGENDA: Use the link and choose the html option to review agenda items individually or pdf to see the entire packet as one document. or go to the agenda listed at the end of the calendar.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Wednesday, May 15, 2024
FACILITIES, INFRASTRUCTURE, TRANSPORTATION, ENVIRONMENT (FITES) and SUSTAINABILITY at 2 pm (members: Taplin, Humbert, Lunaparra)
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1602195838
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 219 5838
AGENDA: 1. Harrison, co-sponsor Bartlett, Hahn – Adopt Ordinance adding a new chapter BMC 12.01 Establishing Emergency GHG limits, process for updated Climate Action Plan, Monitoring, Evaluation, Reporting and Regional Collaboration, 3. Harrison – Discussion Progress on the Bike and Pedestrian Plans, 4. Taplin – Discussion Train Quiet Zones in West Berkeley, 5. Environment and Climate Commission – Develop Curb Management Plan 6. CM – 5 Year Street Rehabilitation Plan FY 2024 – 2028, 7. Bartlett – EVITP (Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Training Program) to address increasing safety and fire concerns to provide training and require 50% of electricians per job to be trained on installing and maintaining city-funded EVSE (Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment).
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-facilities-infrastructure-transportation-environment-sustainability
COMMISSION on AGING at 1:30 PM
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: Presentation Alameda County Transportation Commission San Pablo Avenue Multimodal Corridor Project Update-Aleida Andrino-Chavez, ACTC Transportation Planner, Discussion / Action Items :1. Proposed Letter to City Council on Publicizing Berkeley Rides for Seniors & Disabled-Karin-Evans, 2. Presentation proposal: Wendy Peterson of the Senior services Coalition of Alameda County to discuss her group’s work – Phyllis Orrick, e. Presentation proposal: Disaster and Fires Services Commissioner Mike Wilson presenting the Street Trauma Prevention Initiative and the commission’s report to City Council – Phyllis Orrick, 4. Presentation Proposal: Justin Horner will speak on Berkeley’s new Missing Middle zoning – Phyllis Orrick, 5. Presentations for future meetings discussion-Margot Smith, Commissioner reports 1. Public Safety and Crime Prevention for Elders-Roni Cochran, 2. Clarity regarding “removing” items from agenda – George Porter, 3. Agenda submission form, to be approved – George Porter
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-aging
COMMISSION on LABOR at 7 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 7. Discussion and Possible Action on Fair Workweek Ordinance Implementation, 8. Discussion and Possible Action on Labor Education.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-labor
COMMISSION on the STATUS of WOMEN at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: Discussion and Possible Action: 6. Presenter, Tech CEO on the Impact of AI on Women and Creating Economic Opportunities in Small Businesses, 7. Presenter, Healthy Black Families on Small Businesses
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-status-women
HUMAN WELFARE and COMMUNITY ACTION COMMISSION (HWCAC) at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 1st floor – Cypress Room
AGENDA: 2. Draft letter to Council regarding recommendations on appointments to HWCAC, 3. 2024 HWCAC Strategic Plan Discussion, 4. Review City of Berkeley funded agency Program and Financial reports a. LifeLong Medical Care program and financial reports, 5. Swear-in eligible low-income representative commissioners, 6. HWCAC private sector representatives, 7. City ADA violations, 8. San Pablo plan and Ohlone bike path in light of the Community Risk Assessment, 9. Hybrid meetings.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/human-welfare-and-community-action-commission
Thursday, May 16, 2024
HEALTH, LIFE ENRICHMENT, EQUITY & COMMUNITY at 10 am (members: Kesarwani, Bartlett, alternate Hahn)
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1608402725
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 840 2725
AGENDA: 2. Kesarwani, co-sponsors Humbert, Wengraf, Taplin - Referral for Development of RFP to Support Berkeley-Based Non-Profit Food Assistance Providers Serving Food Insecure Households, 3. Bartlett, co-sponsor Harrison – Adopt Amendment Healthy Checkout requiring stores 2500 sq ft and under to sell more nutritious food and beverage options in their checkout areas, 4. Bartlett – Small business support, promote greater transparency about business licensing process, 5. Klein, Planning – Re-adoption of Building codes NOX provisions.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-health-life-enrichment-equity-community
COMMUNITY HEALTH COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 5. Review Commission’s Workplan, Priorities and Goals
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/community-health-commission
DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Gooseberry Room
AGENDA: 3030 Telegraph – Final Design Review – to demolish existing 1-story 10,000 sq ft medical office building and 2 duplexes and construct new 5-story mixed used building with approximately 1550 sq ft of commercial area and 144 dwelling units, including 8-below market rate units
1598 University – Final Design Review – to demolish an existing non-residential structure and construct a 134,409 sq ft 8-story mixwed-use residential building containing 207 dwelling units (including 21 very low-income units) and 5,787 sq ft commercial space, 39 parking spaces and 92 bicycle parking spaces.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/design-review-committee
FAIR CAMPAIGN PRACTICES COMMISSION (FCPC) / OPEN GOVERNEMENT COMMISSION (OGC) at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 1st floor – Cypress Room
AGENDA: FCPC all discussion and possible action: 6. Report from negotiating subcommittee for Mike Chang for School Board 2022, 7. Request for opinion from Todd Andrew pursuant to BMC 2.12.220, 8. Request for opinion from Re-Elect Mayor Jesse Arreguin 2024 pursuant to BMC 2.12.220, 9. Request for opinion from Nicholas Sanders pursuant to BMC 2.12.220, OGC 11. Public Records Act Complaint filed by Chris Nardi. Joint FCPC-OGC 13. 2024-2025 Workplans.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/fair-campaign-practices-commission
TRANSPORTATION and INFRASTRUCTURE at 6:15 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Aspen Room
AGENDA: B. Discussion/Action Items: 1. (approximate time 7:10 pm) Active Transportation Program (ATP) grant applications – Action requested for following projects: Southwest Berkeley Bike Blvds for up to $4,000,000; Adeline Street Quick-Build for up to $1.05 million. Staff request commission action to authorize the chair to write to write a letter of support for the grant in the Commission’s capacity as the City of Berkeley Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee (BPAC), 2. (approximate time 7:25 pm) Informational update on the Link21 Program*
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/transportation-and-infrastructure-commission
ZERO WASTE COMMISSION at 5:30 pm
In-Person: at 1326 Allston, Corporation Yard, Ratcliff Building, Willow Room
AGENDA: 6 pm – 6. Staff Updates Progress on SB-1383 Implementation, SUDs Ordinance Implementation/Enforcement, Organics Sampling, Discussion and Action Items: 6:15 pm 1. Report out from the Special Events Subcommittee and Green Building Subcommittee,
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zero-waste-commission
Friday, May 17, 2024
Saturday, May 18, 2024
Sunday, May 19, 2024
≈+++++++++++++++++ City Council Agenda for May 14, 2024 +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for May 14, 2024 at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1617988895
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 798 8895
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
RECESS ITEM:
- Grant Application: Law Enforcement Mental Health and Wellness Act (LEMWHA) Program Grant to support contract with the Public Safety Family Counseling Group (PSFG) for Crisis Intervention and Critical Incident Stress Management Services
- Brown, City Attorney - Repeal of BMC 12.80 Natural Gas Ban in new construction, 9th Circuit Court of Appeals found ordinance unlawful in California Restaurant Association v. City of Berkeley
- Friedrichsen, Budget Manager – Amendment FY 2024 Annual Appropriations Ordinance $64,477,630 (gross) and $52,604,888 (net)
- Sprague, Fire – Grant Application - $200,000 California Fire Safe Council (CFSC) Grant to establish an Alameda County Coordinator
- Gilman, HHCS – amend Contract No. 32100126 add $25,000 total $175,000 with Anjanette Scott LLC for Housing Consultant Services
- Kouyoumdjian, HR – Reinstatement of sick Leave
- Ferris, Parks – Amendment #1 MOU with WETA (Water Emergency Transportation Authority) to accept up to $3,000,000 in WETA funding for the engineering, design and environmental phase of the new pier-ferry project at Berkeley Marina
- Ferris, Parks – Contract $6,500,000 includes $250,000 Contingency with COWI North America, In for engineering and design of the Berkeley Water Transportation Pier Ferry Project
- Davis, Public Works - Accept Donation $18,000 from Friends of Fountain Walk for installation of Benches and Repairs to Balustrades of Fountain at Marin Circle
- Davis, Public Works – Accept Donation $50,000 from Residents of The Uplands from residents of 255 – 305 The Uplands to resurface City owned parcel (public street)
- Davis, Public Works – Bike Share Electric-Assist Bicycle Expansion Agreement with Lyft Bikes and Scooters, LLC for the addition of 221 docked electric-assist bicycles and 11 infill bike share stations
- Davis, Public works – Amend Contract No. 32300096 add $1,530,000 total $2,244,022 with SCS Engineers for Landfill Post-Closure Maintenance and Monitoring Services
- Davis, Public Works – Amend Contract No. 32300080 add $750,000 total $1,500,000 with CSW Stuber-Stroeh Engineering Group for on-call engineering services and extend contract from 12/31/2025 - 6/30/2027
- Davis, Public Works – Contract (Specification No 23-11556-C)$460,350 with Koios Engineering, Inc. for MRP Trash Capture FY 2023 Project
- Davis, Public Works – Final Map of Tract 8639: 3000 San Pablo for 79-unit condominium project consisting of 78 residential units and 1 commercial unit at 3000 San Pablo
- Davis, Public Works – Increase PO No. 22203563 for Nicholas K Corp dba Ford Store San Leandro add $20,000 total $155,000 for increased cost new vehicles
- Davis, Public Works – PO $500,000 with SWARCO McCain Inc for Traffic Signal Controllers until 6/30/2026
- Davis, Public Works – Revised Fees for Public Use of City-Owned EV Charging Ports
- Arreguin, co-sponsors Hahn, Wengraf – Support SB 1060 (introduced by Senator Becker, coauthor Senator Dodd) – bill text (it is short) https://legiscan.com/CA/text/SB1060/2023 SB 1060 requires the insurer to use risk models that account for wildfire risk reduction associated with hazardous fuel reduction, home hardening, defensible space and fire prevention activities.
- Arreguin, co-sponsors Hahn, Wengraf – Support SB 1144 (Skinner) – directed to sale of stolen goods online - bill text (medium length) https://legiscan.com/CA/text/SB1144/id/2929074 SB 1144 requires that online high-volume (200 sales or more or $5,000 or more in gross revenue) 3rd party seller to Californians produced, procured, purchased, or acquired consumer products in legal manner.
- Arreguin - City Council Committee and Regional Body Appointments
- Arreguin – Elections Code 9212 Report on Street Paving Initiatives
- Taplin – Budget Referral $110,000 for BYA (Berkeley Youth Alternatives) Counseling Center and Summer Jam Day Camp
- Hahn , co-sponsors Taplin, Wengraf, Humbert– Relinquishment of Council Budget Funds to Berkeley Symphony Spring Benefit
AGENDA on ACTION:
26.Numainville, City Clerk – 2024 City Council Referral Prioritization using Re-Weighted Range Voting (this is where council reviews referrals to the CM prioritizes and eliminates referrals from the list
27.Arredondo, CM Office – Reimagining Public Safety Update
28.Kesarwani – Refer to CM to implement AB 1033 (Ting - passed 2023) allowing ADUs to be sold separately from primary residence – bill text (long) https://legiscan.com/CA/text/AB1033/id/2832426 ADUs defined as not exceeding 1200 sq ft if separate /detached or if attached shall not exceed more than 50% of existing primary dwelling
INFORMATION REPORTS:
29.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Update response to Audit Directives
30.Wong, Auditor – Audit Follow-up Status
DISPOSITION of ITEMS REMOVED FROM DRAFT AGENDA:
Referred to Parks, Waterfront and Recreation Commission - Taplin – Adopt Resolution designating J-Dock for community service and recreational educational uses and direct CM to retain 2 slips for Cal Sailing Club
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for Regular 6 pm Meeting on May 21, 2024
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1604289924
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 428 9924
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on Consent:
- Kouyoumdjian, HR - Amend BMC 4.04.120(A) to rename the Legislative Assistant classification as Legislation Aide
- Taplin, co-sponsor Lunaparra – Add Chapter 13.22 to BMC to prohibit discrimination on the basis of family or relationship structure
- Oyekanmi, Finance - Notice of Appropriations Limit for FY 2025
- Oyekanmi, Finance – Request for Proposals $325,000, County Coordinator $200,000, Miyawaki Forest $125,000
- Gilman, HHCS – Contract $250,000 with Social Policy Research Associates for consulting services 6/1/2024 – 6/30/2025
- Gilman, HHCS – Amend Contract No. 32300104 add $250,000 total $750,000 and extend to 5/31/2025 with The Village of Love for Telegraph Neighborhood Sacred Rest Drop-In Center
- Gilman, HHCS – Amend Contract No. 6252 for real property at 819 Hearst (813 Delaware) for purposes of assigning ground lease from current owner, Ocean View, LLC to Orbach Affordable Housing Solutions (OAHS) Ocean View LP and extend ground lease term to 6/30/2089
- Ferris, Parks – Grant Application/Accept grant $76,000, city share $7,600 removal and disposal abandoned vessels
- Klein, Planning - LOA requests for Mabel Athanasious and Shanza Syed absence requests for Environment & Climate Youth Commissioners for meeting dates June 26, 2024 and July 24, 2024
- Klein, Panning - Contract $622,2215 with Online Solutions, LLC (DBA Citizenserve) for Housing Inspection and Code Enforcement Software from 6/17/2024 – 6/16/2029
- Klein, Panning – Contract $600,000 with Raimi + Associates for planning services for North Shattuck, College and Solano Avenue corridors zoning update 6/6/2024 – 12/31/2026
- Louis, Police – Amend Contract No. 32300103 add $150,000 total $200,000 with Bay Area PL Services of on-call phlebotomy and sexual assault exams and extend 12/31/2028
- Davis, Public Works – Declaration of Intent – FY 2025 Street Lighting Assessments
- Arreguin – Direct CM to develop a pilot program for 5-10 Seriously Mentally Ill (SMI) persons who have required frequent interventions
- Arreguin – Adopt 1st reading of ordinance amending BMC 3.02 to allow the Mayor to approve LOA for a commissioner appointed by the council as a whole
- Arreguin – Budget referral $630,00 restarting 4th of July celebration
- Arreguin – Relinquishment of office budget funds for 2024 Taste of Downtown event
- Arreguin – Budget referral $31,250 Berkeley Youth Alternatives Part-time Garden Assisstant
- Bartlett - Relinquishment of office budget funds for Juneteenth Festival
- Bartlett – Refer to CM to analyze potential for speed bump on Russell at King
21.Friedrichsen, Budget Manager – Budget Presentation and Public Hearing #1
Gilman, HHCS – Rescinding and Adopting the Environmental Health Division Fee Schedule
- Gilman, HHCS – Increase the Senior Center Facility Rental Security deposit from $350 to $500
- Ferris, Parks – Selected Sports Field Fee increase
- Klein, Planning – Planning Department Fee Schedule
- Louis, Police – Audit Recommendation to manage overtime and security work for outside entities
DISPOSITION of ITEMS REMOVED FROM DRAFT AGENDA:
Ballot Measure to be reviewed at May 23, 4 pm meeting on Ballot measures - Mayer, BOLT – BOLT request for City Council to place a limited library tax on November 2024 ballot
+++++++++++++++++++ Land Use - Work Sessions - Special Meetings +++++++++++++++
LAND USE CALENDAR
2113-2115 Kittredge (California Theater) 6/4/2024
3000 Shattuck (construct 10-story mixed-use building) TBD
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
- May 14 at 4:30 pm Annual Report: Police Accountability Board and Office of the Director of Police Accountability Worksession
- May 21 at 4 pm Inclusionary Housing In-Lieu Fee Feasibility Study – worksession
- May 23 at 4 pm (tentative) Ballot Measures for November 2024 Library Tax Ballot Measure, Webinar that night on insurance crisis at 7 pm
- June 13 Ballot Measures for November 2024 and results Community Survey
- September 17 - open
- October 22 Draft Waterfront Specific Plan
UNSCHEDULED WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS
- Ashby BART Transit Oriented Development (TOD) Berkeley – El Cerrito Corridor Access Plan Presentation
- Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation
- Presentation on Homelessness/Re-Housing/Thousand-Person Plan (TBD regular agenda)
COUNCIL REFERRALS to AGENDA and RULES COMMITTEE and UNFINISHED BUSINESS
- Demolition Ordinance - Zoning Amendments BMC 23.326 Demolition and Dwelling Unit Controls
April 28 - May 5, 2024
Worth Noting:
May 4 and May 5 are the free in person Bringing Back the Natives Garden tours from 10 am – 5 pm. Visit gardens planned around butterflies, hummingbirds, and caterpillars (baby bird food). Previewing the gardens online before going out is highly recommended. Saturday East Bay bayside cities list 42 gardens open to the public (all are private gardens except (1) the pollinator pathway). Sunday - Inland cities list 18 gardens (all are private except (1) the John Muir Historic site).
Other Notes:
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, April 28, 2024 – No City meetings found
Monday, April 29, 2024– No City meetings found
Tuesday, April 30, 2024
MHSA ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEETING from 11 am – 12:30 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2640 Martin Luther King Jr Way
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/8446733966?pwd=OGp3Tm5LQTc5TGdhb2tYWllKcDVhdz09&omn=89904190742
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171
Meeting ID: 844 673 3966 Passcode: 081337
AGENDA: not provided
[email protected]
Wednesday, May 1, 2024
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1617670267
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 767 0267
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 5/14/2024 -- draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda below at the end of the list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Worksessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, REFERRED ITEMS for REVIEW: 8. Discussion and Possible action on City Council Rules of Decorum, Procedural Rules, and Remote Public Comments 9. City Council Legislative Systems Redesign, 10. Amend BMC Chapter 3.78 to Expand Eligibility Requirements for Representatives of The Poor to Serve on The Human Welfare and Community Action Commission, UNSCHEDULED ITEMS: 11. Modifications or Improvements to City Council Meeting Procedures, 12. Strengthening and Supporting City Commission: Guidance on Development of Legislative Proposals, 13. Discussion and Recommendations on the Continued Use of Berkeley Considers. (packet --- pages)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
BOARD of LIBRARY TRUSTEES (BOLT) at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 1125 University, West Branch
AGENDA: II. B. Amend Contract No. 31900013 add $260,829 total $795,651 from 7/1/2024 – 6/30/2027 for software licensing and maintenance for Library’s CARL X Integrated Library System, III.A. Proposed Budget for FY 2025- 2026 (expenditures exceed revenue difference made up with grants, Friends of Library and Foundations)
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
HOMELESS SERVICES PANEL of EXPERTS (HSPE) at 7 pm
In-Person: 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Juniper Room
AGENDA: 6. Presentation Homeless System and All Homes Gaps Analysis, 7. Chair Update, 8. Safety protocol in Berkeley shelters, 9. Discussion/possible action on accountability of community-based providers under contract with City of Berkeley, 10. Staff presentation on CES (Coordinated Entry System) and HMS (Homeless Management Information System), information collected
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/homeless-services-panel-experts
PLANNING COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 10. Keep Innovation in Berkeley receive staff report and provide direction to prepare zoning ordinance amendments.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/planning-commission
Thursday, May 2, 2024
HOUSING ADVISORY COMMISSION (HAC) at 7 pm
In-Person: 2939 Ellis
AGENDA: 6. Presentation Bay Area Housing Finance Agency (BAHFA) Regional Bond Measure, 7. Presentation San Pablo Specific Plan Update, 8. HAC Work Plan Process.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/housing-advisory-commission
LANDMARKS PRESERVATION COMMISSION (LPC) at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 2462 Bancroft Way – Demolition Referral (Use Permit #ZP2023-0107) – to demolish commercial building over 40 years old, 7. 1401 LeRoy – Structural Alteration Permit (LMSAP2024-0002) for the John Galen Howard House – public hearing – request to make repairs and improve fire safety, 8. Annual Report to City Council.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/landmarks-preservation-commission
ZERO WASTE STRATEGIC PLAN from 6 – 7:30 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: Project Overview with public comment (virtual workshop offered on May 15 from 6 – 7:30 pm)
https://berkeleyca.gov/city-services/trash-recycling/zero-waste-strategic-plan
Friday, May 3, 2024 – No City meetings found
Saturday, May 4, 2024
BRINGING BACK the NATIVES GARDEN TOUR (free) from 10 am – 5 pm
Sunday, May 5, 2024
BRINGING BACK the NATIVES GARDEN TOUR (free) from 10 am – 5 pm
+++++++ DRAFT AGENDA for MAY 14 – TO BE REVIEWED ON MAY 1, 2024 +++++++
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm on Monday, May 1, 2024
DRAFT AGENDA for May 14, 2024 Regular City Council Meeting
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1617670267
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 767 0267
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDAS for May 7, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1602251843
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 225 1843
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CITY COUNCIL 4:15 pm Special Meeting
AGENDA on ACTION:
1.Public Hearing on submission of PY 2024 (program year) (FY 2025) Annual Action Plan Containing Allocations of Federal Funds to Community Agencies and Recommendation of Other Local and State Funding to Community Agencies for FY 2025 – 2028, includes HUD funds and allocation of federal funding for community agencies.
CITY COUNCIL 6 pm Regular Meeting Agenda - Action Items 57 and 58
59. Environment and Climate Commission 2024 Work Plan.
DISPOSITION of ITEMS REMOVED from DRAFT AGENDA:
Referred to Public Safety Committee – Item 53 in draft agenda – Panoramic Hill a. Disaster and Fire Safety Commission – Adopt a resolution approving the development of a plan regarding Panoramic Hill Secondary Evacuation egress road, b. Sprague, Fire – Companion Report – Adopt a resolution directing the Fire Department to reach out to other impacted landowners to determine interest in pursuing and coordinate costs sharing to conduct a feasibility study to identify a safe secondary evacuation and access route for Panoramic Hill and share results with Public Safety Committee
Referred to FITES – Item 58 in draft agenda - Bartlett – Recommendation that mayor and council establish EVITP (Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Training Program) to address increasing safety and fire concerns. Ordinance would require 50% of electricians per job installing and maintaining city-funded EVSE (Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment and infrastructure to be certified by EVITP
+++++++++++++++++++ Land Use - Work Sessions - Special Meetings +++++++++++++++
LAND USE CALENDAR
2113-2115 Kittredge (California Theater) 6/4/2024
3000 Shattuck (construct 10-story mixed-use building) TBD
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
UNSCHEDULED WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS
COUNCIL REFERRALS to AGENDA and RULES COMMITTEE and UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Worth Noting:
May 4 and May 5 are the free in person Bringing Back the Natives Garden tours from 10 am – 5 pm. Visit gardens planned around butterflies, hummingbirds, and caterpillars (baby bird food). Previewing the gardens online before going out is highly recommended. Saturday East Bay bayside cities list 42 gardens open to the public (all are private gardens except (1) the pollinator pathway). Sunday - Inland cities list 18 gardens (all are private except (1) the John Muir Historic site).
- You must REGISTER to receive the garden tour addresses (email will arrive from Kathy Kramer with subject line Garden Tour addresses, maps and tickets) https://www.bringingbackthenatives.net/view-gardens
- How to make your windows bird safe is on the Saturday Berkeley Garden Tour at Keith Johnson’s and Erin Diehm’s house. Their display includes multiple samples of window film and inexpensive DIY projects.
- The YouTube channel with webinars and videos of prior Bringing Back the Native Garden Tours is at: https://www.youtube.com/c/BringingBacktheNativesGardenTour
- Douglas Tallamy gives the “why” of seeing little bites out of plant leaves is reason to celebrate and not take a trip to by pesticide poisons. Even Hummingbird babies need insects to grow and fledge. https://youtu.be/ft7tWw470sY?si=PpujMALov3q9_hVP
- Calscape is the California Native Plant resource https://calscape.org
- Tuesday, April 30, 2024: From 11 am – 12:30 pm the MHSA Advisory Committee meets in the hybrid format (this is a new meeting posting)
- Wednesday, May 1, 2024:
- At 2:30 pm the Agenda and Rules Committee meets in the hybrid format. At 6:30 pm the Board of Library Trustees meets in person.
- At 7 pm the Homeless Services Panel of Experts meets in person.
- At 6 pm the Planning Commission meets in person.
- Thursday, May 2, 2024:
- At 6 pm the Zero Waste Strategic Plan workshop meets in person.
- At 6:30 pm the Landmarks Preservation Commission meets in person.
- At 7 pm the Housing Advisory Commission meets in person.
- Saturday, May 4, 2024: From 10 am – 5 pm, forty-two native plant gardens in East Bay bayside cities are opened to the public through the Bringing Back the Natives Garden Tour.
- Sunday, May 5, 2024: From 10 am – 5 pm, eighteen native plant gardens in East Bay inland cities are opened to the public through the Bringing Back the Natives Garden Tour.
Other Notes:
- The City Council May 7, 2024 Agenda is available for comment
- The City website format change for retrieving agendas for Boards and Commissions and Council Committees – click on the carrot/down arrow to right of date for meeting locations, agendas, documents, and communications.
- Agendas and minutes now go back to January 2019.
- Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
- At the bottom are the directions for getting on or off the email list for the Activist’s Calendar and Activist’s Diary and how to make the most out of ZOOM with closed captioning, zoom transcripts and converting YouTube to a transcript.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, April 28, 2024 – No City meetings found
Monday, April 29, 2024– No City meetings found
Tuesday, April 30, 2024
MHSA ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEETING from 11 am – 12:30 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2640 Martin Luther King Jr Way
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/8446733966?pwd=OGp3Tm5LQTc5TGdhb2tYWllKcDVhdz09&omn=89904190742
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171
Meeting ID: 844 673 3966 Passcode: 081337
AGENDA: not provided
[email protected]
Wednesday, May 1, 2024
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1617670267
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 767 0267
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 5/14/2024 -- draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda below at the end of the list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Worksessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, REFERRED ITEMS for REVIEW: 8. Discussion and Possible action on City Council Rules of Decorum, Procedural Rules, and Remote Public Comments 9. City Council Legislative Systems Redesign, 10. Amend BMC Chapter 3.78 to Expand Eligibility Requirements for Representatives of The Poor to Serve on The Human Welfare and Community Action Commission, UNSCHEDULED ITEMS: 11. Modifications or Improvements to City Council Meeting Procedures, 12. Strengthening and Supporting City Commission: Guidance on Development of Legislative Proposals, 13. Discussion and Recommendations on the Continued Use of Berkeley Considers. (packet --- pages)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
BOARD of LIBRARY TRUSTEES (BOLT) at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 1125 University, West Branch
AGENDA: II. B. Amend Contract No. 31900013 add $260,829 total $795,651 from 7/1/2024 – 6/30/2027 for software licensing and maintenance for Library’s CARL X Integrated Library System, III.A. Proposed Budget for FY 2025- 2026 (expenditures exceed revenue difference made up with grants, Friends of Library and Foundations)
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
HOMELESS SERVICES PANEL of EXPERTS (HSPE) at 7 pm
In-Person: 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Juniper Room
AGENDA: 6. Presentation Homeless System and All Homes Gaps Analysis, 7. Chair Update, 8. Safety protocol in Berkeley shelters, 9. Discussion/possible action on accountability of community-based providers under contract with City of Berkeley, 10. Staff presentation on CES (Coordinated Entry System) and HMS (Homeless Management Information System), information collected
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/homeless-services-panel-experts
PLANNING COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 10. Keep Innovation in Berkeley receive staff report and provide direction to prepare zoning ordinance amendments.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/planning-commission
Thursday, May 2, 2024
HOUSING ADVISORY COMMISSION (HAC) at 7 pm
In-Person: 2939 Ellis
AGENDA: 6. Presentation Bay Area Housing Finance Agency (BAHFA) Regional Bond Measure, 7. Presentation San Pablo Specific Plan Update, 8. HAC Work Plan Process.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/housing-advisory-commission
LANDMARKS PRESERVATION COMMISSION (LPC) at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 2462 Bancroft Way – Demolition Referral (Use Permit #ZP2023-0107) – to demolish commercial building over 40 years old, 7. 1401 LeRoy – Structural Alteration Permit (LMSAP2024-0002) for the John Galen Howard House – public hearing – request to make repairs and improve fire safety, 8. Annual Report to City Council.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/landmarks-preservation-commission
ZERO WASTE STRATEGIC PLAN from 6 – 7:30 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: Project Overview with public comment (virtual workshop offered on May 15 from 6 – 7:30 pm)
https://berkeleyca.gov/city-services/trash-recycling/zero-waste-strategic-plan
Friday, May 3, 2024 – No City meetings found
Saturday, May 4, 2024
BRINGING BACK the NATIVES GARDEN TOUR (free) from 10 am – 5 pm
- YOU MUST REGISTER TO RECEIVE GARDEN ADDRESSES
- PREVIEW GARDENS on website and REGISTER: Tour is free, donations encouraged, https://www.bringingbackthenatives.net/view-gardens
- BAYSIDE CITY LOCATIONS (number of gardens): Alameda (1), Albany (3), Berkeley (10), Castro Valley (5), El Cerrito (2), Hayward (4), Kensington (1), Oakland (8), Piedmont (1), Pinole (2), Richmond (3), San Leandro (2), San Pablo (1)
Sunday, May 5, 2024
BRINGING BACK the NATIVES GARDEN TOUR (free) from 10 am – 5 pm
- YOU MUST REGISTER TO RECEIVE GARDEN ADDRESSES
- PREVIEW GARDENS on website and REGISTER: Tour is free, donations encouraged, https://www.bringingbackthenatives.net/view-gardens
- INLAND CITY LOCATIONS (number of gardens): Antioch (1), Clayton (1), Concord (1), Danville (1), Lafayette (1), Livermore (5), Martinez (2), Moraga (1), Pleasant Hill (1), San Ramon (3) Walnut Creek (1)
+++++++ DRAFT AGENDA for MAY 14 – TO BE REVIEWED ON MAY 1, 2024 +++++++
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm on Monday, May 1, 2024
DRAFT AGENDA for May 14, 2024 Regular City Council Meeting
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1617670267
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 767 0267
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
- Grant Application: Law Enforcement Mental Health and Wellness Act (LEMWHA) Program Grant to support contract with the Public Safety Family Counseling Group (PSFG) for Crisis Intervention and Critical Incident Stress Management Services
- Brown,City Attorney - Repeal of BMC 12.80 Natural Gas Ban in new construction, 9th Circuit Court of Appeals found ordinance unlawful in California Restaurant Association v. City of Berkeley
- Friedrichsen, Budget Manager – Amendment FY 2024 Annual Appropriations Ordinance $64,477,630 (gross) and $52,604,888 (net)
- Sprague, Fire – Grant Application - $200,000 California Fire Safe Council (CFSC) Grant to establish an Alameda County Coordinator
- Gilman, HHCS – amend Contract No. 32100126 add $25,000 total $175,000 with Anjanette Scott LLC for Housing Consultant Services
- Kouyoumdjian, HR – Reinstatement of sick Leave
- Ferris, Parks – Amendment #1 MOU with WETA (Water Emergency Transportation Authority) to accept up to $3,000,000 in WETA funding for the engineering, design and environmental phase of the new pier-ferry project at Berkeley Marina
- Ferris, Parks – Contract $6,500,000 includes $250,000 Contingency with COWI North America, In for engineering and design of the Berkeley Water Transportation Pier Ferry Project
- Davis, Public Works - Accept Donation $18,000 from Friends of Fountain Walk for installation of Benches and Repairs to Balustrades of Fountain at Marin Circle
- Davis, Public Works – Accept Donation $50,000 from Residents of The Uplands from residents of 255 – 305 The Uplands to resurface City owned parcel (public street)
- Davis, Public Works – Bike Share Electric-Assist Bicycle Expansion Agreement with Lyft Bikes and Scooters, LLC for the addition of 221 docked electric-assist bicycles and 11 infill bike share stations
- Davis, Public works – Amend Contract No. 32300096 add $1,530,000 total $2,244,022 with SCS Engineers for Landfill Post-Closure Maintenance and Monitoring Services
- Davis, Public Works – Amend Contract No. 32300080 add $750,000 total $1,500,000 with CSW Stuber-Stroeh Engineering Group for on-call engineering services and extend contract from 12/31/2025 - 6/30/2027
- Davis, Public Works – Contract (Specification No 23-11556-C)$460,350 with Koios Engineering, Inc. for MRP Trash Capture FY 2023 Project
- Davis, Public Works – Final Map of Tract 8639: 3000 San Pablo for 79-unit condominium project consisting of 78 residential units and 1 commercial unit at 3000 San Pablo
- Davis, Public Works – Increase PO No. 22203563 for Nicholas K Corp dba Ford Store San Leandro add $20,000 total $155,000 for increased cost new vehicles
- Davis, Public Works – PO $500,000 with SWARCO McCain Inc for Traffic Signal Controllers until 6/30/2026
- Davis, Public Works – Revised Fees for Public Use of City-Owned EV Charging Ports
- Arreguin – Support SB 1060 (introduced by Senator Becker, coauthor Senator Dodd) – bill text (it is short) https://legiscan.com/CA/text/SB1060/2023 SB 1060 requires the insurer to use risk models that account for wildfire risk reduction associated with hazardous fue reduction, home hardening, defensible space and fire prevention activities.
- Arreguin – Support SB 1144 (Skinner) – directed to sale of stolen goods online - bill text (medium length) https://legiscan.com/CA/text/SB1144/id/2929074 SB 1144 requires that online high-volume (200 sales or more or $5,000 or more in gross revenue) 3rd party seller to Californians produced, procured, purchased, or acquired consumer products in legal manner.
- Taplin – Budget Referral $110,000 for BYA (Berkeley Youth Alternatives) Counseling Center and Summer Jam Day Camp
- Hahn – Relinquishment of Council Budget Funds to Berkeley Symphony Spring Benefit
- Naumainville, City Clerk – 2024 City Council Referral Prioritization using Re-Weighted Range Voting (this is where council reviews referrals to the CM prioritizes and eliminates referrals from the list
- Arredondo, CM Office – Reimagining Public Safety Update
- Kesarwani – Refer to CM to implement AB 1033 (Ting - passed 2023) allowing ADUs to be sold separately from primary residence – bill text (long) https://legiscan.com/CA/text/AB1033/id/2832426 ADUs defined as not exceeding 1200 sq ft if separate /detached or if attached shall not exceed more than 50% of existing primary dwelling
- Taplin – Adopt Resolution designating J-Dock for community service and recreational educational uses and direct CM to retain 2 slips for Cal Sailing Club
- Kouyoumdjian, HR – Update response to Audit Directives
- Wong, Auditor – Audit Follow-up Status
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDAS for May 7, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1602251843
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 225 1843
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CITY COUNCIL 4:15 pm Special Meeting
AGENDA on ACTION:
1.Public Hearing on submission of PY 2024 (program year) (FY 2025) Annual Action Plan Containing Allocations of Federal Funds to Community Agencies and Recommendation of Other Local and State Funding to Community Agencies for FY 2025 – 2028, includes HUD funds and allocation of federal funding for community agencies.
CITY COUNCIL 6 pm Regular Meeting Agenda - Action Items 57 and 58
- Bustamante, HHCS – Contract $30,000 with Dr. Lisa Hernandez for Health Officer Services during periods when City Health Officer is out of the office, 4/1/2024 – 4/1/2026
- Fong, IT – Purchase Order $135,189 with SHI for KnowBe4 Products and Services for cyber security
- Ferris, Parks - Amend 4 Contracts – add $500,000 to each Bay Area Tree Specialists (31900202), Hamilton Tree Service (31900193, Professional Tree Care (31900212) and West Coast Arborists (31900218) for as-needed tree services and extend terms to 5/28/2026
- Ferris, Parks – Contract $95,000 with School Foodies for Summer Food Service 6/1/2024 – 5/31/2025 with option to extend for four 1-year extensions total not to exceed $475,000
- Ferris, Parks – Contract $8,593,200 (includes 10% contingency of $781,200) with THE DUTRA GROUP for Docks D & E Replacement Project at Berkeley Marina. Authorizes City Manager to execute amendments, extensions and change orders until project is completed
- Ferris, Parks – Amend Contract No. 32300187 add $198,000 total $374,669 with First Serve Productions for additional sport court repair
- Ferris, Parks – Contract $4,612,920 (includes 5% contingency of $230,646) with THE DUTRA GROUP for Berkeley Marina Dredging Authorizes City Manager to execute amendments, extensions and change orders until project is completed
- Ernst, HHCS – 2nd reading to reform the Human Welfare and Community Action Commission (Kesarwani voted no on the first reading)
- Numainville, City Clerk - Minutes for approval
- Numainville, City Clerk – Calling for Consolidated General Municipal Election for November 5, 2024
- Numainville, City Clerk – Ballot Measure increasing the City’s Appropriations Linit to allow expenditure of tax proceeds for FY 2025 – 2028
- Numainville, City Clerk – Designate Ballot Measure Argument Authors – Initiative Ordinance Prohibiting Animal Feeding Operations
- Radu, CM Office – Amend Contract No. 117569-1 add $25,000 total $127,218 with Animal Fix Clinic to provide no-cost spay and neuter surgeries to pets of eligible owners and shelter animals for FY 2024
- Radu, CM Office – Return Unspent Funding $400,140.17 of $2,200,000 to UC Berkeley for Rodeway Inn for Winter Shelter
- Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations $3,700,000, Comprehensive Permit Management Software Solution $3,500,000 and Dispatch Implementation and Ongoing Support $200,000
- Sprague,Fire – Contact $4,000,000 for As-Needed Hazardous Fire Fuel Management and Treatment 1. California Tree Solutions $1,000,000, 2. Mountain Enterprises Inc. $1,000,000, 3. Small World Tree Co. $1,000,000, 4. Bay Area Tree Specialists $1,000,000 5/18/2024 – 5/17/2028
- Sprague, Fire – Grant Application for FEMA for up to $7,703,926.83 with no city matching funds to hire additional fire fighters to meet National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1710 standard for fire suppression operations
- Sprague, Fire – Contract $213,000 with Marin SB Advisor LLC to provide management for Berkeley Chipper Day from 6/1/2024 – 5/31/2027 with option to extend for 3 additional years for $250,000 total $463,000
- Sprague, Fire – Modification and Adoption of Berkeley Fire Code Local Amendments and Incorporation of California Intervening Code Adoption Cycle Amendments Based on 2022 California Fire Code
- Bustamante, HHCS – Amend Contract No. 32300108 add $100,000 total $199,500 with Street Level Advisors, LLC for Housing Consulting Services and extend to 6/30/2025
- Bustamante, HHCS – Contract $150,000 with The Labor Compliance Managers for Labor Compliance Consultant for HARD HATS Ordinance 8/1/2024 – 7/31/2027
- Bustamante, HHCS – Amend Contract 32300144 add $15,000 total $250,000 with Resource Development Associates (RDA) for SCU evaluation
- Bustamante, HHCS – Amend Contract No. 32200191 add $250,000 total $500,000 with Options Recovery services for Substance Use Disorder 1/1/2022 – 6/30/2025 adds 2 years to existing contract
- Bustamante, HHCS – Contract $166,080 ($41,520 / year) with City Data Services for Streamlined Community Agency Contract Administration and Monitoring 7/1/2024 – 6/30/2028
- Bustamante, HHCS – Revenue Grant Agreements: Funding from State of California and Alameda County for Public Health Services, 1. HIV/AIDS Surveillance $25,701/year total $128,505 for FY 2025 – 2029, 2. Sexually Transmitted Infection Prevention $13,625/year total $27,250 for FY 2025 – 2026, 3. TB prevention $35,197 for FY 2025 from Alameda County, 4. Public Health Infrastructure $32,080 FY 2025 from Alameda County
- Bustamante, HHCS – Amend Contract No. 32300134 add $275,000 total $4,845,500 to funding from State of CA Crisis Care Mobile Units with Bonita House for Specialized Care Unit
- Kouyoumdjian, HR – 2023 Fee assessment – State of California Self-Insurance Fund (Worker’s Comp) authorizes payment for FY 2022-2023 for $240,397.76
- Kouyoumdjian, HR – Rename Legislative Assistant to Legislative Aide and approve job specifications and salary range
- Fong, IT – Contract $500,000with Catalls Public Works and Citizen Engagement, LLC for New Community Relationship Management (DRM) System, 6/1/2024 – 6/30/2029
- Ferris, Parks - Amend Contract No. 32000188 add $200,000 total $425,000 with GSI Environmental Inc for environmental consulting services
- Ferris, Parks - Donation $10,000 from Friends of the Rose Garden/Berkeley Partners
- Ferris, Parks – Amend Contract No 32200098 add $115,000 total $1,453,000 with ERA Construction, Inc. for O & K Docks Electrical Upgrades Project
- a. Commission on Aging – Refer to the CM steps to revisit and act on the recommendations of the Berkeley Age-Friendly Action Plan, b. Bustamante, HHCS – Companion Report 1. Refer to Transportation Commission to collaborate with Commission on Aging to assess public transportation options for older adult and disabled community, 2. Refer to the Housing Advisory Commission to collaborate with staff to assess the level of affordable, accessible housing options for older adults, 3. Refer Commission on Aging’s request for increased funding to the Budget and Finance Committees
- Disaster and Fire Safety Commission (DFSC) – DFSC Supports funding of a Program Manager II Position
- Disaster and Fire Safety Commission – Use Measure FF to Support Understory Mitigation, one-time eucalyptus understory cleanups
- Arreguin – Budget Referral $70,000for school supplies
- Arreguin – Budget Referral $50,000 Replenish Business Mitigation Fund due to vandalism and other problematic behavior
- Arreguin – Budget Referral $10,000 maintenance of Cesar Chavez Solar Calendar
- Taplin – Budget Referral $320,000 SafeCity Connect Downtown Berkeley Pilot Program for 2-year security camera program
- Taplin – Budget Referral $82,000 for Waterside Workshops to support youth enrichment and climate resilience programs following revenue losses due to construction and street closures on Bolivar Drive
- Taplin, co-sponsors Wengraf and Humbert – Ordinance amending BMC to include non-discrimination protections based on family and relationship structure
- Taplin, - Budget Referral $300,000 unior Jackets Capacity-Building Grant to provide Young Lives Matter Foundation, Inc with funding for 2 years of operating costs for the Berkeley Junior Jackets Football and Cheer youth sports program and to develop longer-term sustainability and growth plans for the organization. Direct the CM to evaluate organizational capacity and strategic planning supported by this funding on a rolling basis consistent with Reimagining Public Safety and Gun Violence Prevention Program
- Taplin, co-sponsor Humbert – Budget Referral $200,000 Vision Zero Rapid Response on Bicycle Blvd 1. Refer to CM to incorporate Oakland’s Neighborhood Bike Route implementation Guide for all Bicycle Blvds in Berkeley’s Bicycle Plan, 2. Refer $200,000 for Pilot Implementation of Neighborhood Bikeway standards and Complete Streets and prioritizing implementation on Bicycle Blvds on high injury streets and/or the Equity Priority Area
- Bartlett, co-sponsor Hahn – Expenditure of discretionary council office budget for Celebracion Cultural Sylvia Mendez
- Bartlett – Budget Referral $60,000 to support Healthy Black Families Community Engagement – Ashby BART Development and Equitable Black Berkeley
- Hahn, co-sponsors Taplin, Bartlett – Budget Referral Fund Small Sites Program to Acquire, Rehabilitate, and Protect Existing Small Scale Housing $200,000 in FY 2025 and $150,000 FY 2026 for Capacity Building grants to the Bay Are Community Land Trust to support expanded participation in the City’s Small Sites Program,
- Hahn, co-sponsors Humbert, Taplin, Bartlett – Budget Referral $360,000 over two FY 2025 & FY 2026 to continue Market match Program for Low-Income Berkeley Residents in accessing fresh local produce from Berkeley Farmer’s Markets
- Hahn, co-sponsor - Hahn, co-sponsor Wengraf – Budget Referral $20,000 ($10,000 per year) to support the September Solano Stroll events
- Hahn, co-sponsor Arreguin – Budget Referral CARE Program for Berkeley Fire Department, 1) Pilot Project to screen for cancer $40,000/year for 2 years, 2. Add FTE to Fire Dept for an in-House Fire Mechanic to service Fire Apparatus on-site $203,107 inclusive of benefits, $350,000 in one-time funds to purchase the necessary tools and equipment, 3. Fire Reserve Program to support recruitment $120,000/year ongoing to cover salaries for 6 interns training, supervision and equipment, 4. For one-time FFE (furniture, fixtures and equipment) upgrades to all Fire Stations Total $140,000 over 2 years for new appliances/enhancements to prevent cancer
- Hahn, co-sponsor Wengraf – Resolution in Support of the Campaign for a Safe and Healthy California Send to Newsom endorse campaign upholding SB 1137 which prohibits new oil and gas wells within 3200 feet of homes, schools, nursing homes and hospitals and requires companies to adopt health, safety and environment standards.
- Hahn, co-sponsor – Budget Referral $200,000 for Development of Voluntary Design Guidelines
- Wengraf, co-sponsors Humbert, Taplin, Hahn – Budget Referral $7,000 per year for City of Berkeley Annual Holocaust Remembrance Day
- Wengraf , co-sponsor Hahn – Budget Referral - $22,000 for Crossing Guard for Cragmont School
- Wengraf – Budget referral $110,000 for Hybrid Commission Meetings for infrastructure costs to conduct hybrid commission meetings
- Wengraf, co-sponsors Taplin, Hahn – Budget Referral $70,000 to evaluate pedestrian safety and implement solutions on Euclid between Eunice and Bay View Place
- Wengraf – Budget Referral $300,000 Civic Center Plan III Advancing Pre-Design & Construction Activities for Berkeley’s Maudelle Shirek and Veterans Buildings
- Klein, Planning – Re-Adoption of Berkeley Building Codes, Including Local Amendments to the 2022 California Building standards Code including adopting a resolution setting forth findings of local conditions that justify more stringent regulations than those provided by the 2022 California Building Standards. First reading of ordinance
- Agenda and Rules Committee – Proposed Changes to Public Comment Refer to City Manager to review and implement recommendations by the Open Government Commission to improve public access, transparency, meeting procedures and public comment at City Council and commission meetings. Direct the CM to return back to Council with amendments to the City Council Rules of Procedure and Order to implement these recommendations (committee - qualified positive recommendation)
59. Environment and Climate Commission 2024 Work Plan.
DISPOSITION of ITEMS REMOVED from DRAFT AGENDA:
Referred to Public Safety Committee – Item 53 in draft agenda – Panoramic Hill a. Disaster and Fire Safety Commission – Adopt a resolution approving the development of a plan regarding Panoramic Hill Secondary Evacuation egress road, b. Sprague, Fire – Companion Report – Adopt a resolution directing the Fire Department to reach out to other impacted landowners to determine interest in pursuing and coordinate costs sharing to conduct a feasibility study to identify a safe secondary evacuation and access route for Panoramic Hill and share results with Public Safety Committee
Referred to FITES – Item 58 in draft agenda - Bartlett – Recommendation that mayor and council establish EVITP (Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Training Program) to address increasing safety and fire concerns. Ordinance would require 50% of electricians per job installing and maintaining city-funded EVSE (Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment and infrastructure to be certified by EVITP
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LAND USE CALENDAR
2113-2115 Kittredge (California Theater) 6/4/2024
3000 Shattuck (construct 10-story mixed-use building) TBD
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
- May 7 at 4 pm Community Agency Allocation Process
- May 7 at 5:45 pm (tentative) Adopt the Results of the April 16 Special Election
- May 7 City Manager Comments BINDEX Update
- May 14 at 4:30 pm Annual Report: Police Accoutability Board and Office of the Director of Police Accountability
- May 21 at 4 pm (tentative) Inclusionary Housing In-Lieu Fee Feasibility Study
- September 17 - open
- October 22 Draft Waterfront Specific Plan
UNSCHEDULED WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS
- Ballot Measures for November 2024 (May special Meeting – 5/23 or 5/28)
- Ballot Measures for November 2024 (June Special meeting 6/6 or 6/13
- Ashby BART Transit Oriented Development (TOD) Berkeley – El Cerrito Corridor Access Plan Presentation
- Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation
- Presentation on Homelessness/Re-Housing/Thousand-Person Plan (TBD regular agenda)
COUNCIL REFERRALS to AGENDA and RULES COMMITTEE and UNFINISHED BUSINESS
- Demolition Ordinance - Zoning Amendments BMC 23.326 Demolition and Dwelling Unit Controls
April 21 - April 28, 2024
Worth Noting:
The Agenda Committee meets at the unusual day, Thursday, April 25 and the unusual time of 12 pm to review and finalize the agenda for the first City Council meeting on May 7 after the lengthy spring recess.
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
It is spring. Before you go out and make all kinds of gardening mistakes watch the online Bringing Back the Native Garden Tour https://www.youtube.com/c/BringingBacktheNativesGardenTour and follow-up with the in person Bringing Back the Natives Garden Tour.
Save May 4 and May 5 for in person (free) native garden tours. Sign up for in-person native garden tours at https://www.bringingbackthenatives.net/view-gardens
On the May 4 garden tour at Keith Johnson and Erin Diehm’s house are the displays of how to make your windows bird safe with DIY acopian blinds and different examples of window film.
At the bottom are the directions for getting on or off the email list for the Activist’s Calendar and Activist’s Diary and how to make the most out of ZOOM with closed captioning, zoom transcripts, saving the Chat and converting YouTube to a transcript.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, April 21, 2024 – no city meetings or events found
Monday, April 22, 2024 - EARTH DAY - PASSOVER begins
Tuesday, April 23, 2024
FREE YOGA CLASSES (CoB + Niroga Institute) from 4:30 pm – 5:30 pm
In-Person: at 1900 Sixth,
Use link to register:
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/free-yoga-classes-15
Wednesday, April 24, 2024
ENVIRONMENT and CLIMATE COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 7. Presentation & Discussion Proposed mid-cycle code amendments to Berkeley Green Code
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/environment-and-climate-commission
HUMAN WELFARE and COMMUNITY ACTION COMMISSION (HWCAC) at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, Cypress Room (commissioners meet in the hybrid format, however, the public can only attend in person in a room that is fully equipped for hybrid meetings)
AGENDA: 2. Election of Low-Income Commissioners, 3. Discussion of possible shift in position on tri-partite board for 3 existing commissioners, 4. HWCAC reform and merger, 5. Discussion of FY 2025-FY 2028 Community Request for RFP, 6. HWCAC Strategic Plan Update, 7. Discussion of response to 45-day notice of anticipated high-risk designation, 8. Review of CoB funded agency Multicultural Institute program and financial reports, 9. City ADA violations, 10. Fire Marshall’s Report, 11. San Pablo Ave plan and Ohlone bike path & community risk assessment, 12. Reverse mortgage, 13. Hybrid commissions.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/human-welfare-and-community-action-commission
FREE YOGA CLASSES (CoB + Niroga Institute) from 4:30 pm – 5:30 pm
In-Person: at 1900 Sixth,
Use link to register:
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/free-yoga-classes-15
Thursday, April 25, 2024
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 12 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1600959436
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 095 9436
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 5/7/2024 -- draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda below at the end of the list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Workssessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, REFERRED ITEMS for REVIEW: 8. Discussion and Possible action on City Council Rules of Decorum, Procedural Rules, and Remote Public Comments 9. City Council Legislative Systems Redesign, UNSCHEDULED ITEMS: 10. Amend BMC Chapter 3.78 to Expand Eligibility Requirements for Representatives of The Poor to Serve on The Human Welfare and Community Action Commission, 11. Modifications or Improvements to City Council Meeting Procedures, 12. Strengthening and Supporting City Commission: Guidance on Development of Legislative Proposals, 13. Discussion and Recommendations on the Continued Use of Berkeley Considers. (packet 776 pages)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
COMMUNITY HEALTH COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 2. Public Health Officer’s Report, 5. Work Plan revision
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/community-health-commission
MENTAL HEALTH COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 3. SCU Update, 4. Establishing a process for evaluating complaints by the public and create a subcommittee to work with Bonita House and make recommendations to the mayor regarding changes that need to be made in police policy to make the SCU successful, 5. Mental Health Commission role with respect to SCU, 6. Vote for May’s MHC SCU panel, 7. Mental Health Manager’s Report and Caseload Statistics, 8. Request Audit of Mental Health Department.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/mental-health-commission
ZONING ADJUSTMENT BOARD at 7 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83673449984
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171
Meeting ID: 836 7344 9984
AGENDA: 1788 Fourth Street – on consent – Use Permit #ZP2023-0159 to modify #05-10000094
Add distilled spirits
2600 Tenth Street – on action - appeal of Zoning Officer’s Approval of Administrative Use Permit ZP#2023-0031 to change the use of 3 tenant spaces (9750 sq ft) from Media Production to a Research and Development use, and create up to 9 tenant spaces within a 7-story building on a 114,998 sq ft lot – staff recommend dismiss
1817-B Carleton – on action – Variance #ZP2023-0168 – to construct a 494 sq ft third-story addition over 28 feet in average height (32 feet) that will exceed the allowable lot coverage by approximately 5%, encroach into the third-story setback, reduce building separation, and adding an 11th and 12th bedroom to the lot – staff recommend DENY.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zoning-adjustments-board
Friday, April 26, 2024 - no city meetings or events found
Saturday, April 27, 2024
BERKELEY BAY FESTIVAL from 11 am – 4 pm
Location: at 160 University, Shorebird Park
Use Link to Register:
EVENT: Free family focused event with entertainment and food vendors
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/berkeley-bay-festival
AQUA ZUMBA PARTY from 12:30 - 2 pm
Location: at 1700 Hopkins, King Pool
Use Link to Register: Cost $20 per person
EVENT: Low-impact high-energy 90-minute aquatic exercise
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/aqua-zumba-party-0
BERKELEY READY DISASTER MENTAL HEALTH from 1 pm – 4 pm
In-Person: at 1125 University, West Berkeley Branch Library Community Room
Use Link to Register:
AGENDA: This class is part of CERT, but open to the public and free. Session focuses on mental health preparedness and strategies to manage difficult mental health situations that can occur in disasters.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/berkeley-ready-disaster-mental-health
Sunday, April 28, 2024 - no city meetings or events found
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AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 12 pm on Thursday, April 25, 2024
DRAFT AGENDA for May 5/7/2024 City Council Meeting
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1600959436
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 095 9436
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
Recess Items 1 – 7, Items on Consent 8-47, Items on Action 48 – 59, Information Item 60
LAND USE CALENDAR
2113-2115 Kittredge (California Theater) 6/4/2024
3000 Shattuck (construct 10-story mixed-use building) TBD
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
UNSCHEDULED WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS
PREVIOUSLY LISTED WORKSESSIONS and SPECIAL MEETINGS REMOVED FROM LIST
Worth Noting:
The Agenda Committee meets at the unusual day, Thursday, April 25 and the unusual time of 12 pm to review and finalize the agenda for the first City Council meeting on May 7 after the lengthy spring recess.
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
It is spring. Before you go out and make all kinds of gardening mistakes watch the online Bringing Back the Native Garden Tour https://www.youtube.com/c/BringingBacktheNativesGardenTour and follow-up with the in person Bringing Back the Natives Garden Tour.
Save May 4 and May 5 for in person (free) native garden tours. Sign up for in-person native garden tours at https://www.bringingbackthenatives.net/view-gardens
On the May 4 garden tour at Keith Johnson and Erin Diehm’s house are the displays of how to make your windows bird safe with DIY acopian blinds and different examples of window film.
- Tuesday, April 23, 2024: From 4:30 – 5:30 pm is the free city sponsored Yoga Class
- Wednesday, April 24, 2024:
- From 4:30 – 5:30 pm is the free city sponsored Yoga Class.
- At 6 pm the Environment and Climate Commission meets in person with Berkeley Green Code Amendments.
- At 6:30 pm the Human Welfare and Community Action Commission meets in the hybrid format for commissioners, however, the public can only attend in person.
- Thursday, April 25, 2024:
- At 12 pm the Agenda and Rules Committee meets in the hybrid format with 60 items on the May 7 draft agenda.
- At 6:30 pm the Community Health Commission meets in person. At 7 pm the Mental Health Commission meets in person with the SCU on the agenda.
- At 7 pm the Zoning Adjustment Board (ZAB) meets in the hybrid format.
- Saturday: April 27, 2024:
- From 11 am – 4 pm is the Berkeley Bay Festival at the Marina.
- From 12:30 – 2 pm is Aqua Zumba at King Pool ($20/person).
- From 1 – 4 pm is the free class on managing difficult mental health situations in disasters.
At the bottom are the directions for getting on or off the email list for the Activist’s Calendar and Activist’s Diary and how to make the most out of ZOOM with closed captioning, zoom transcripts, saving the Chat and converting YouTube to a transcript.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, April 21, 2024 – no city meetings or events found
Monday, April 22, 2024 - EARTH DAY - PASSOVER begins
Tuesday, April 23, 2024
FREE YOGA CLASSES (CoB + Niroga Institute) from 4:30 pm – 5:30 pm
In-Person: at 1900 Sixth,
Use link to register:
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/free-yoga-classes-15
Wednesday, April 24, 2024
ENVIRONMENT and CLIMATE COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 7. Presentation & Discussion Proposed mid-cycle code amendments to Berkeley Green Code
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/environment-and-climate-commission
HUMAN WELFARE and COMMUNITY ACTION COMMISSION (HWCAC) at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, Cypress Room (commissioners meet in the hybrid format, however, the public can only attend in person in a room that is fully equipped for hybrid meetings)
AGENDA: 2. Election of Low-Income Commissioners, 3. Discussion of possible shift in position on tri-partite board for 3 existing commissioners, 4. HWCAC reform and merger, 5. Discussion of FY 2025-FY 2028 Community Request for RFP, 6. HWCAC Strategic Plan Update, 7. Discussion of response to 45-day notice of anticipated high-risk designation, 8. Review of CoB funded agency Multicultural Institute program and financial reports, 9. City ADA violations, 10. Fire Marshall’s Report, 11. San Pablo Ave plan and Ohlone bike path & community risk assessment, 12. Reverse mortgage, 13. Hybrid commissions.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/human-welfare-and-community-action-commission
FREE YOGA CLASSES (CoB + Niroga Institute) from 4:30 pm – 5:30 pm
In-Person: at 1900 Sixth,
Use link to register:
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/free-yoga-classes-15
Thursday, April 25, 2024
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 12 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1600959436
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 095 9436
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 5/7/2024 -- draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda below at the end of the list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Workssessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, REFERRED ITEMS for REVIEW: 8. Discussion and Possible action on City Council Rules of Decorum, Procedural Rules, and Remote Public Comments 9. City Council Legislative Systems Redesign, UNSCHEDULED ITEMS: 10. Amend BMC Chapter 3.78 to Expand Eligibility Requirements for Representatives of The Poor to Serve on The Human Welfare and Community Action Commission, 11. Modifications or Improvements to City Council Meeting Procedures, 12. Strengthening and Supporting City Commission: Guidance on Development of Legislative Proposals, 13. Discussion and Recommendations on the Continued Use of Berkeley Considers. (packet 776 pages)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
COMMUNITY HEALTH COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 2. Public Health Officer’s Report, 5. Work Plan revision
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/community-health-commission
MENTAL HEALTH COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 3. SCU Update, 4. Establishing a process for evaluating complaints by the public and create a subcommittee to work with Bonita House and make recommendations to the mayor regarding changes that need to be made in police policy to make the SCU successful, 5. Mental Health Commission role with respect to SCU, 6. Vote for May’s MHC SCU panel, 7. Mental Health Manager’s Report and Caseload Statistics, 8. Request Audit of Mental Health Department.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/mental-health-commission
ZONING ADJUSTMENT BOARD at 7 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83673449984
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171
Meeting ID: 836 7344 9984
AGENDA: 1788 Fourth Street – on consent – Use Permit #ZP2023-0159 to modify #05-10000094
Add distilled spirits
2600 Tenth Street – on action - appeal of Zoning Officer’s Approval of Administrative Use Permit ZP#2023-0031 to change the use of 3 tenant spaces (9750 sq ft) from Media Production to a Research and Development use, and create up to 9 tenant spaces within a 7-story building on a 114,998 sq ft lot – staff recommend dismiss
1817-B Carleton – on action – Variance #ZP2023-0168 – to construct a 494 sq ft third-story addition over 28 feet in average height (32 feet) that will exceed the allowable lot coverage by approximately 5%, encroach into the third-story setback, reduce building separation, and adding an 11th and 12th bedroom to the lot – staff recommend DENY.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zoning-adjustments-board
Friday, April 26, 2024 - no city meetings or events found
Saturday, April 27, 2024
BERKELEY BAY FESTIVAL from 11 am – 4 pm
Location: at 160 University, Shorebird Park
Use Link to Register:
EVENT: Free family focused event with entertainment and food vendors
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/berkeley-bay-festival
AQUA ZUMBA PARTY from 12:30 - 2 pm
Location: at 1700 Hopkins, King Pool
Use Link to Register: Cost $20 per person
EVENT: Low-impact high-energy 90-minute aquatic exercise
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/aqua-zumba-party-0
BERKELEY READY DISASTER MENTAL HEALTH from 1 pm – 4 pm
In-Person: at 1125 University, West Berkeley Branch Library Community Room
Use Link to Register:
AGENDA: This class is part of CERT, but open to the public and free. Session focuses on mental health preparedness and strategies to manage difficult mental health situations that can occur in disasters.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/berkeley-ready-disaster-mental-health
Sunday, April 28, 2024 - no city meetings or events found
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AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 12 pm on Thursday, April 25, 2024
DRAFT AGENDA for May 5/7/2024 City Council Meeting
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1600959436
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 095 9436
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
Recess Items 1 – 7, Items on Consent 8-47, Items on Action 48 – 59, Information Item 60
- Bustamante, HHCS – Contract $30,000 with Dr. Lisa Hernandez for Health Officer Services during periods when City Health Officer is out of the office, 4/1/2024 – 4/1/2026
- Fong, IT – Purchase Order $135,189 with SHI for KnowBe4 Products and Services for cyber security
- Ferris, Parks - Amend 4 Contracts – add $500,000 to each Bay Area Tree Specialists (31900202), Hamilton Tree Service (31900193, Professional Tree Care (31900212) and West Coast Arborists (31900218) for as-needed tree services and extend terms to 5/28/2026
- Ferris, Parks – Contract $95,000 with School Foodies for Summer Food Service 6/1/2024 – 5/31/2025 with option to extend for four 1-year extensions total not to exceed $475,000
- Ferris, Parks – Contract $8,593,200 (includes 10% contingency of $781,200) with THE DUTRA GROUP for Docks D & E Replacement Project at Berkeley Marina. Authorizes City Manager to execute amendments, extensions and change orders until project is completed
- Ferris, Parks – Amend Contract No. 32300187 add $198,000 total $374,669 with First Serve Productions for additional sport court repair
- Ferris, Parks – Contract $4,612,920 (includes 5% contingency of $230,646) with THE DUTRA GROUP for Berkeley Marina Dredging Authorizes City Manager to execute amendments, extensions and change orders until project is completed
- Ernst, HHCS – 2nd reading to reform the Human Welfare and Community Action Commission (Kesarwani voted no on the first reading)
- Numainville, City Clerk - Minutes for approval
- Numainville, City Clerk – Calling for Consolidated General Municipal Election for November 5, 2024
- Numainville, City Clerk – Ballot Measure increasing the City’s Appropriations Linit to allow expenditure of tax proceeds for FY 2025 – 2028
- Radu, CM Office – Amend Contract No. 117569-1 add $25,000 total $127,218 with Animal Fix Clinic to provide no-cost spay and neuter surgeries to pets of eligible owners and shelter animals for FY 2024
- Radu, CM Office – Return Unspent Funding $400,140.17 of $2,200,000 to UC Berkeley for Rodeway Inn for Winter Shelter
- Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations (proposals not included in item)
- Sprague,Fire – Contact $4,000,000 for As-Needed Hazardous Fire Fuel Management and Treatment 5/18/2024 – 5/17. 2028
- Sprague, Fire – Grant Application for FEMA for up to $7,703,926.83 with no city matching funds to hire additional fire fighters to meet National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1710 standard for fire suppression operations
- Sprague, Fire – Contract $213,000 with Marin SB Advisor LLC to provide management for Berkeley Chipper Day from 6/1/2024 – 5/31/2027 with option to extend for 3 additional years for $250,000 total $463,000
- Bustamante, HHCS – Amend Contract No. 32300108 add $100,000 total $199,500 with Street Level Advisors, LLC for Housing Consulting Services and extend to 6/30/2025
- Bustamante, HHCS – Contract $150,000 with The Labor Compliance Managers for Labor Compliance Consultant for HARD HATS Ordinance 8/1/2024 – 7/31/2027
- Bustamante, HHCS – Amend Contract 32300144 add $15,000 total $250,000 with Resource Development Associates (RDA) for SCU evaluation
- Bustamante, HHCS – Amend Contract No. 32200191 add $250,000 total $500,000 with Options Recovery services for Substance Use Disorder 1/1/2022 – 6/30/2025 adds 2 years to existing contract
- Bustamante, HHCS – Contract $166,080 ($41,520 / year) with City Data Services for Streamlined Community Agency Contract Administration and Monitoring 7/1/2024 – 6/30/2028
- Bustamante, HHCS – Revenue Grant Agreements: Funding from State of California and Alameda County for Public Health Services, 1. HIV/AIDS Surveillance $25,701/year total $128,505 for FY 2025 – 2029, 2. Sexually Transmitted Infection Prevention $13,625/year total $27,250 for FY 2025 – 2026, 3. TB prevention $35,197 for FY 2025 from Alameda County, 4. Public Health Infrastructure $32,080 FY 2025 from Alameda County
- Bustamante, HHCS – Amend Contract No. 32300134 add $275,000 total $4,845,500 to funding from State of CA Crisis Care Mobile Units with Bonita House for Specialized Care Unit
- Kouyoumdjian, HR – 2023 Fee assessment – State of California Self-Insurance Fund (Worker’s Comp) authorizes payment for FY 2022-2023 for $240,397.76
- Kouyoumdjian, HR – Rename Legislative Assistant to Legislative Aide and approve job specifications and salary range
- Fong, IT – Contract $500,000with Catalls Public Works and Citizen Engagement, LLC for New Community Relationship Management (DRM) System, 6/1/2024 – 6/30/2029
- Ferris, Park - Amend Contract No. 32000188 add $200,000 total $425,000 with GSI Environmental Inc for environmental consulting services
- Ferris, Parks - Donation $10,000 from Friends of the Rose Garden/Berkeley Partners
- Ferris, Parks – Amend Contract No 32200098 add $115,000 total $1,453,000 with ERA Construction, Inc. for O & K Docks Electrical Upgrades Project
- Disaster and Fire Safety Commission (DFSC) – DFSC Supports funding of a Program Manager II Position
- Disaster and Fire Safety Commission – Use Measure FF to Support Understory Mitigation, one-time eucalyptus understory cleanups
- Arreguin – Budget Referral $70,000for school supplies
- Arreguin – Budget Referral $50,000 Replenish Business Mitigation Fund due to vandalism and other problematic behavior
- Arreguin – Budget Referral $10,000 maintenance of Cesar Chavez Solar Calendar
- Taplin – Budget Referral $320,000 SafeCity Connect Downtown Berkeley Pilot Program for 2-year security camera program
- Taplin – Budget Referral $82,000 for Waterside Workshops to support youth enrichment and climate resilience programs following revenue losses due to construction and street closures on Bolivar Drive
- Bartlett – Expenditure of discretionary council office budget for Celebracion Cultural Sylvia Mendez
- Hahn – Budget Referral $200,000 in FY 2025 and $150,000 FY 2026 for Capacity Building grants to the Bay Are Community Land Trust to support expanded participation in the City’s Small Sites Program
- Hahn – Budget Referral $360,000 over two FY 2025 & FY 2026 to continue Market match Program for Low-Income Berkeley Residents in accessing fresh local produce from Berkeley Farmer’s Markets
- Hahn, co-sponsor Arreguin – Budget Referral for Berkeley Fire Department, 1) Pilot Project to screen for cancer $40,000/year for 2 years, 2. Add FTE to Fire Dept for an in-House Fire Mechanic to service Fire Apparatus on-site $203,107 inclusive of benefits, $350,000 in one-time funds to purchase the necessary tools and equipment, 3. Fire Reserve Program to support recruitment $120,000/year ongoing to cover salaries for 6 interns training, supervision and equipment, 4. For one-time FFE (furniture, fixtures and equipment) upgrades to all Fire Stations Total $140,000 over 2 years for new appliances/enhancements to prevent cancer
- Hahn, co-sponsor Wengraf – Send to Newsom endorse campaign upholding SB 1137 which prohibits new oil and gas wells within 3200 feet of homes, schools, nursing homes and hospitals and requires companies to adopt health, safety and environment standards.
- Wengraf, co-sponsors Humbert, Taplin – Budget Referral $7,000 per year for City of Berkeley Annual Holocaust Remembrance Day
- Wengraf – Budget Referral - $22,000 for Crossing Guard for Cragmont School
- Wengraf – Budget referral $110,000 for infrastructure costs to conduct hybrid commission meetings
- Wengraf, co-sponsors Taplin, Hahn – Budget Referral $70,000 to evaluate pedestrian safety and implement solutions on Euclid between Eunice and Bay View Place
- Wengraf – Budget Referral $300,000 Civic Center Plan III Advancing Pre-Design & Construction Activities for Berkeley’s Maudelle Shirek and Veterans Buildings
- Bustamante, HHCS - Submission of the PY 2024 (FY 2025) Annual action Plan Containing Allocations of Federal Funds to Community Agencies and Recommendations of Other Local and State Funding to Community Agencies and Recommendations of Other Local and State Funding to Community Agencies for FY 2025 - 2028
- Numainville, City Clerk – Designate Ballot Measure Argument Authors – Initiative Ordinance Prohibiting Animal Feeding Operations
- Sprague, Fire – Modification and Adoption of Berkeley Fire Code Local Amendments and Incorporation of California Intervening Code Adoption Cycle Amendments Based on 2022 California Fire Code
- Klein, Planning – Re-Adoption of Berkeley Building Codes, Including Local Amendments to the 2022 California Building standards Code including adopting a resolution setting forth findings of local conditions that justify more stringent regulations than those provided by the 2022 California Building Standards
- a. Commission on Aging – Refer to the CM steps to revisit and act on the recommendations of the Berkeley Age-Friendly Action Plan, b. Bustamante, HHCS – Companion Report 1. Refer to Transportation Commission to collaborate with Commission on Aging to assess public transportation options for older adult and disabled community, 2. Refer to the Housing Advisory Commission to collaborate with staff to assess the level of affordable, accessible housing options for older adults, 3. Refer Commission on Aging’s request for increased funding to the Budget and Finance Committees
- a. Disaster and Fire Safety Commission – Adopt a resolution approving the development of a plan regarding Panoramic Hill Secondary Evacuation egress road, b. Sprague, Fire – Companion Report – Adopt a resolution directing the Fire Department to reach out to other impacted landowners to determine interest in pursuing and coordinate costs sharing to conduct a feasibility study to identify a safe secondary evacuation and access route for Panoramic Hill and share results with Public Safety Committee
- Taplin, co-sponsors Wengraf and Humbert – Ordinance amending BMC to include non-discrimination protections based on family and relationship structure
- Agenda and Rules Committee – Refer to City Manager to review and implement recommendations by the Open Government Commission to improve public access, transparency, meeting procedures and public comment at City Council and commission meetings
- Taplin, - Budget Referral $300,000 to provide Young Lives Matter Foundation, Inc with funding for 2 years of operating costs for the Berkeley Junior Jackets Football and Cheer youth sports program and to develop longer-term sustainability and growth plans for the organization
- Taplin, co-sponsor Humbert – Budget Referral $200,000 for Rapid Response on Bicycle Blvd 1. Direct CM to incorporate Oakland’s Neighborhood Bike Route implementation Guide for all Bicycle Blvds in Berkeley’s Bicycle Plan, 2. Refer$200,000 for Pilot Implementation of Neighborhood Bikeway standards and Complete Streets and prioritizing implementation on Bicycle Blvds on high injury streets and/or the Equity Priority Area
- Bartlett – Recommendation that mayor and council establish EVITP (Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Training Program) to address increasing safety and fire concerns. Ordinance would require 50% of electricians per job installing and maintaining city-funded EVSE (Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment and infrastructure to be certified by EVITP
- Hahn, co-sponsor Wengraf – Budget Referral $20,000 ($10,000 per year) to co-sponsor the Solano Stroll with Solano Ave Association
- Environment and Climate Commission 2024 Work Plan.
LAND USE CALENDAR
2113-2115 Kittredge (California Theater) 6/4/2024
3000 Shattuck (construct 10-story mixed-use building) TBD
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
- May 7 at 4 pm Community Agency Allocation Process
- May 7 at 5:45 pm (tentative) Adopt the Results of the April 16 Special Election
- May 7 City Manager Comments BINDEX Update
- May 14 at 4:30 pm Annual Report: Police Accoutability Board and Office of the Director of Police Accountability
- May 21 at 4 pm (tentative) Inclusionary Housing In-Lieu Fee Feasibility Study
- September 17 - open
- October 22 Draft Waterfront Specific Plan
UNSCHEDULED WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS
- Ballot Measures for November 2024 (May special Meeting – 5/23 or 5/28)
- Ballot Measures for November 2024 (June Special meeting 6/6 or 6/13
- Ashby BART Transit Oriented Development (TOD) Berkeley – El Cerrito Corridor Access Plan Presentation
- Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation
- Presentation on Homelessness/Re-Housing/Thousand-Person Plan (TBD regular agenda)
- Demolition Ordinance - Zoning Amendments BMC 23.326 Demolition and Dwelling Unit Controls
PREVIOUSLY LISTED WORKSESSIONS and SPECIAL MEETINGS REMOVED FROM LIST
- Fire Department Standards of Coverage & Community Risk Assessment
- May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report, Wildfire Prevention Plan https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-special-meeting-eagenda-may-16-2023-6-pm
- June 20 (WS) - Climate Action Plan & Resilience Update, Berkeley Economic Dashboards Update reports available https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas/city-council-2023-06-20
April 14 - April 21, 2024
Worth Noting:
City Council is on recess through May 6 with the next City Council meeting scheduled for May 7, 2024
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
It is spring. Before you go out and make all kinds of gardening mistakes watch the online Bringing Back the Native Garden Tour https://www.youtube.com/c/BringingBacktheNativesGardenTour
Save May 4 and May 5 for in person garden tours. Sign up for in-person native garden tours at https://www.bringingbackthenatives.net/view-gardens
The Demonstration on making your windows bird safe is on the Berkeley Garden Tour at Keith Johnson and Erin Diehm.
At the bottom are the directions for getting on or off the email list for the Activist’s Calendar and Activist’s Diary and how to make the most out of ZOOM with closed captioning, zoom transcripts, chat and converting YouTube to a transcript.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, April 14, 2024 – No City meetings found
Monday, April 15, 2024 – No City meetings found
Tuesday, April 16, 2024 – City Council District Election
FREE GENTLE AFRICAN-CARIBBEAN MOVEMENT CLASSES from 11 am – 12 pm
In-Person: at 1900 Sixth Street, West Berkeley Family Wellness Center
Use link to register and more information
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/free-gentle-african-caribbean-movement-classes
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION Public Art Subcommittee at 3:30 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1605160261?pwd=OUV2THcvWDI2czRvVmIreGxCUWR6QT09
Teleconference: 669-254-5252
Meeting ID: 160 516 0261
AGENDA: 5. A) Berkeley Boxes: New Pilot Utility Box Mural Program and Management of Existing Utility Box Murals
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
Wednesday, April 17, 2024
COMMISSION on AGING at 1:30 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: Discussion/Action: 1. Age-Friendly Berkeley Committee findings, 2. Commission on Aging procedure for submitting agenda items, 3. Plan to Provide City Council with information on Berkeley Rides for Seniors and Disabled, 4. AC Transit’s Transit Supportive Design Guidelines, 5. San Pablo Multimodal Corridor Project, 6. Presentation proposal on Missing Middle Housing. Ongoing Discussion: 1. Alzheimers programs, 2. City Website, 3. Forum for women’s safety.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-aging
COMMISSION on DISABILITY at 5 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 10. Workplan, items for workplan a. Civic Center Subcommittee briefinf, b. Safer pathways map, c. Accessibility of speaker’s lectern, d. Use of motorized scooters and bicycles on sidewalks.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-disability
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Russell, Tarea Pittman, South Branch Library
AGENDA: 6. A) Turtle Island Monument Update, b) Approval of Utility Box Mural Pilot Program Plan, c) Possible Changes to BMC 23.316 – Percentage for Public Art Projects, d) Quarterly Report on Public Art on Private Development, e) Referral from Council - Storefront Activations.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD (PAB)at 6:30 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82653396072
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 826 5339 6072
AGENDA: 3. Public comment is on agenda and non-agenda items, items 5 – 8 reports, 9. New Business a0 PAB-ODPA (Board and staff) Triennial Report, b) BPD’s 2023 Police Equipment and Community Safety Ordinance Annual Report, ii. AB 481 Community Meeting Requirement for Military Equipment Reporting, c) FY 2025-2026 OPDA Budget request. 11. Closed Session Berkeley Police Association v. City of Berkeley Alameda County Superior Court Case No. 2002-057569
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
COMMISSION ON THE STATUS of WOMEN at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. Presentation: Policy Link on Women’s Economic Uncertainty and Slow Economic Recovery Post-Pandemic, 8. Presentation on current Berkeley crime trends informing development of crime prevention plan, 9. Proposed Recommendation on City Enforcement of Legally Required Sexual Harassment Training for Employers.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-status-women
Thursday, April 18, 2024
ZERO WASTE COMMISSION at 5:30 pm
In-Person: at1326 Allston, Corporation Yard, Ratcliff Building, Willow Room
AGENDA: Discussion/Action: 1. (6:15 pm) Berkeley High Student Presentation About Their Efforts to Get Reusable Foodware in their Cafeteria, 2. (6:45 pm) WorkPlan, 3. (6:55 pm) Report out from the Special Events Subcommittee and Green Building Subcommittee, 4. (7:10) pm Legislative updates.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zero-waste-commission
SOUTH COVE SAILING COMMUNITY MEETING at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89523339871
AGENDA: Give input on feasibility study for dredging the South Cove Sailing Basin.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/south-cove-sailing-basin-community-meeting
TRANSPORTATION and INFRASTRUCTURE COMMISSION at 6:15 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: Discussion/Action: 1. Disaster and Fire Safety Commission’s Action in Support of Creating a Street Trauma Prevention Program, 2. Commission presentation on Vision 2050 (link to document on vision 2050 https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/documents/2021-11-16%20Item%2008%20Vision%202050.pdf) 3. (8pm) Presentation on BerkDOT
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/transportation-and-infrastructure-commission
DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 1. 2127 Dwight Way at Shattuck and Fulton – Final Design Review – demolish two of four existing residential buildings (8 units) and construct 6-story residential building with 58 new units, total 66 units (8-units in remaining two buildings).
2403 San Pablo – Final Design Review –demolish existing 8,251 sq ft 1-story commercial building and construct a 4-story mixed-use development consisting of a 603 sq ft retail tenant space and 39 dwelling (condominium) totaling 53,013 sq ft with 24 auto parking spaces, 39 bicycle spaces,
2462 Bancroft – Preliminary Design Review – SB 330 density project - demolish an existing non-residential structure and construct 40,086 sq ft, 8-stary mixed use residential building, 66 units (3 very low-income units), 1312 sq ft commercial space, 28 bicycle parking spaces.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/design-review-committee
FAIR CAMPAIGN PRACTICES COMMISSION (FCPC) and OPEN GOVERNMENT COMMISSION (OGC) at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 1st Floor Cypress Room
AGENDA: FCPC 6. Report from negotiating subcommittee for Mike Chang for School Board 2022, OGC – Letter from Jim McGrath raising concerns regarding compliance with Open Government Ordinance, Public records Act and Brown Act, Joint FCPC-OGC 9. Communication to City Council regarding FCPC-OGC vacancies.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/fair-campaign-practices-commission
RENT STABILIZATION BOARD at 7 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86351823870?pwd=6u9aivTslet7SqNRO_IBL3QRcsH57w.WN9X-NdkqPRvYdDc
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171
Meeting ID: 863 5182 3870 Passcode: 662299
AGENDA: Not Posted check after Monday
https://rentboard.berkeleyca.gov/elected-rent-board/rent-board-meetings
Friday, April 19, 2024 – No City meetings found
Saturday, April 20, 2024 – EARTH DAY 2024
FREE HOME ELECTRIFICATION FAIR from 2 – 5 pm
Location: 2150 Allston, The Brower Center
Use link to register
Sponsored by Citizens Climate Lobby info on rebates part of program
https://cclalameda.org/electrification-fair-2024/
Sunday, April 21, 2024 – No City meetings found – Check the web for Earth Day Activities
Worth Noting:
City Council is on recess through May 6 with the next City Council meeting scheduled for May 7, 2024
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
It is spring. Before you go out and make all kinds of gardening mistakes watch the online Bringing Back the Native Garden Tour https://www.youtube.com/c/BringingBacktheNativesGardenTour
Save May 4 and May 5 for in person garden tours. Sign up for in-person native garden tours at https://www.bringingbackthenatives.net/view-gardens
The Demonstration on making your windows bird safe is on the Berkeley Garden Tour at Keith Johnson and Erin Diehm.
- Tuesday, April 16, 2024:
- From 11am – 12 pm the Recreation Department offers free Gentle African-Caribbean Movement Classes.
- At 3:30 pm the Civic Arts Commission Public Art Subcommittee meets online.
- Wednesday, April 17, 2024:
- At 1:30 pm the Commission on Aging meets in person.
- At 5 pm the Commission on Disability meets in person (commissioners can join on ZOOM, however, the ZOOM link is withheld from the public.
- At 6 pm the Civic Arts Commission meets in person.
- At 6:30 pm the PAB meets in the hybrid format.
- At 7 pm the Commission on the Status of Women meets in person.
- Thursday, April 18, 2024:
- At 5:30 pm the Zero Waste Commission meets in person.
- At 6 pm the South Cove Community meeting meets online at 6 pm.
- At 6:15 pm the Transportation and Infrastructure Commission meets in-person at 6:15 pm. (track what the Transportation Commission is planning for our streets)
- At 6:30 pm the Design Review Committee meets in person.
- At 6:30 pm the Fair Campaign Practices / Open Government Commission meets in person in the Cypress Room at 2180 Milvia which is fully equipped for hybrid meetings however that technology is not being used.
- Saturday, April 20, 2024: Earth Day is April 22 Activities start April 20
- Free Home Electrification Fair at the Brower Center from 2 – 5 pm.
At the bottom are the directions for getting on or off the email list for the Activist’s Calendar and Activist’s Diary and how to make the most out of ZOOM with closed captioning, zoom transcripts, chat and converting YouTube to a transcript.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, April 14, 2024 – No City meetings found
Monday, April 15, 2024 – No City meetings found
Tuesday, April 16, 2024 – City Council District Election
FREE GENTLE AFRICAN-CARIBBEAN MOVEMENT CLASSES from 11 am – 12 pm
In-Person: at 1900 Sixth Street, West Berkeley Family Wellness Center
Use link to register and more information
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/free-gentle-african-caribbean-movement-classes
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION Public Art Subcommittee at 3:30 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1605160261?pwd=OUV2THcvWDI2czRvVmIreGxCUWR6QT09
Teleconference: 669-254-5252
Meeting ID: 160 516 0261
AGENDA: 5. A) Berkeley Boxes: New Pilot Utility Box Mural Program and Management of Existing Utility Box Murals
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
Wednesday, April 17, 2024
COMMISSION on AGING at 1:30 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: Discussion/Action: 1. Age-Friendly Berkeley Committee findings, 2. Commission on Aging procedure for submitting agenda items, 3. Plan to Provide City Council with information on Berkeley Rides for Seniors and Disabled, 4. AC Transit’s Transit Supportive Design Guidelines, 5. San Pablo Multimodal Corridor Project, 6. Presentation proposal on Missing Middle Housing. Ongoing Discussion: 1. Alzheimers programs, 2. City Website, 3. Forum for women’s safety.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-aging
COMMISSION on DISABILITY at 5 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 10. Workplan, items for workplan a. Civic Center Subcommittee briefinf, b. Safer pathways map, c. Accessibility of speaker’s lectern, d. Use of motorized scooters and bicycles on sidewalks.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-disability
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Russell, Tarea Pittman, South Branch Library
AGENDA: 6. A) Turtle Island Monument Update, b) Approval of Utility Box Mural Pilot Program Plan, c) Possible Changes to BMC 23.316 – Percentage for Public Art Projects, d) Quarterly Report on Public Art on Private Development, e) Referral from Council - Storefront Activations.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD (PAB)at 6:30 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82653396072
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 826 5339 6072
AGENDA: 3. Public comment is on agenda and non-agenda items, items 5 – 8 reports, 9. New Business a0 PAB-ODPA (Board and staff) Triennial Report, b) BPD’s 2023 Police Equipment and Community Safety Ordinance Annual Report, ii. AB 481 Community Meeting Requirement for Military Equipment Reporting, c) FY 2025-2026 OPDA Budget request. 11. Closed Session Berkeley Police Association v. City of Berkeley Alameda County Superior Court Case No. 2002-057569
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
COMMISSION ON THE STATUS of WOMEN at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. Presentation: Policy Link on Women’s Economic Uncertainty and Slow Economic Recovery Post-Pandemic, 8. Presentation on current Berkeley crime trends informing development of crime prevention plan, 9. Proposed Recommendation on City Enforcement of Legally Required Sexual Harassment Training for Employers.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-status-women
Thursday, April 18, 2024
ZERO WASTE COMMISSION at 5:30 pm
In-Person: at1326 Allston, Corporation Yard, Ratcliff Building, Willow Room
AGENDA: Discussion/Action: 1. (6:15 pm) Berkeley High Student Presentation About Their Efforts to Get Reusable Foodware in their Cafeteria, 2. (6:45 pm) WorkPlan, 3. (6:55 pm) Report out from the Special Events Subcommittee and Green Building Subcommittee, 4. (7:10) pm Legislative updates.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zero-waste-commission
SOUTH COVE SAILING COMMUNITY MEETING at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89523339871
AGENDA: Give input on feasibility study for dredging the South Cove Sailing Basin.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/south-cove-sailing-basin-community-meeting
TRANSPORTATION and INFRASTRUCTURE COMMISSION at 6:15 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: Discussion/Action: 1. Disaster and Fire Safety Commission’s Action in Support of Creating a Street Trauma Prevention Program, 2. Commission presentation on Vision 2050 (link to document on vision 2050 https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/documents/2021-11-16%20Item%2008%20Vision%202050.pdf) 3. (8pm) Presentation on BerkDOT
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/transportation-and-infrastructure-commission
DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 1. 2127 Dwight Way at Shattuck and Fulton – Final Design Review – demolish two of four existing residential buildings (8 units) and construct 6-story residential building with 58 new units, total 66 units (8-units in remaining two buildings).
2403 San Pablo – Final Design Review –demolish existing 8,251 sq ft 1-story commercial building and construct a 4-story mixed-use development consisting of a 603 sq ft retail tenant space and 39 dwelling (condominium) totaling 53,013 sq ft with 24 auto parking spaces, 39 bicycle spaces,
2462 Bancroft – Preliminary Design Review – SB 330 density project - demolish an existing non-residential structure and construct 40,086 sq ft, 8-stary mixed use residential building, 66 units (3 very low-income units), 1312 sq ft commercial space, 28 bicycle parking spaces.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/design-review-committee
FAIR CAMPAIGN PRACTICES COMMISSION (FCPC) and OPEN GOVERNMENT COMMISSION (OGC) at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 1st Floor Cypress Room
AGENDA: FCPC 6. Report from negotiating subcommittee for Mike Chang for School Board 2022, OGC – Letter from Jim McGrath raising concerns regarding compliance with Open Government Ordinance, Public records Act and Brown Act, Joint FCPC-OGC 9. Communication to City Council regarding FCPC-OGC vacancies.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/fair-campaign-practices-commission
RENT STABILIZATION BOARD at 7 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86351823870?pwd=6u9aivTslet7SqNRO_IBL3QRcsH57w.WN9X-NdkqPRvYdDc
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171
Meeting ID: 863 5182 3870 Passcode: 662299
AGENDA: Not Posted check after Monday
https://rentboard.berkeleyca.gov/elected-rent-board/rent-board-meetings
Friday, April 19, 2024 – No City meetings found
Saturday, April 20, 2024 – EARTH DAY 2024
FREE HOME ELECTRIFICATION FAIR from 2 – 5 pm
Location: 2150 Allston, The Brower Center
Use link to register
Sponsored by Citizens Climate Lobby info on rebates part of program
https://cclalameda.org/electrification-fair-2024/
Sunday, April 21, 2024 – No City meetings found – Check the web for Earth Day Activities
April 7 - April 14, 2024
Worth Noting:
City Council is on recess through May 6 with the next City Council meeting scheduled for May 7, 2024
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
It is spring. Before you go out and make all kinds of gardening mistakes watch the online Native Garden Tour on Sunday (past events and webinars are available on the YouTube channel) and save May 4 and May 5 for in person garden tours.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, April 7, 2024
Online NATIVE GARDEN TOUR from 10 am – 2:30 pm
YouTube Channel for live viewing and past events: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLIN_S5D0pZjeO59HBi2HyA
Website for Bringing Back the Natives Garden Tour
https://www.bringingbackthenatives.net/online24-15
SAVE the WEEKEND: May 4 and May 5 are the in-person garden tours
Monday, April 8, 2024
PEACE and JUSTICE COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 8. Update on Peace and Justice Merger, 9. Fossil Fuels and Possible Action, 10. Discussion and Update on from the Gaza Peace Round Table Subgroup, Update on proposed educational roundtable community conversation, 12. Presentation on Climate Justice and Possible Action, 13. Discussion on BHS Ethnic Studies.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/peace-and-justice-commission
YOUTH COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
In-Person: 1730 Oregon, Youth Services Center/YAP
AGENDA: 9. Jennifer Shanoski from BUSD discussion Measure Y1, 10. Discussion BHS Recommendation Letter, 11. Action on BHS Restroom Letter.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/youth-commission
MINDFULNESS THROUGH BEADWORK from 4 – 5:30 pm
Use Link to Register
LOCATION: 1900 Sixth Street, West Berkeley Family Wellness Center
AGENDA: Free 2-part Meditative Art Workshop, Part 1 Daisy chain beadwork, Part 2 on April 15 is small triangle earrings
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/mindfulness-through-beadwork-free-2-part-meditative-art-workshop
Tuesday, April 9, 2024
FREE YOGA CLASSES from 4:30 - 5:30 pm
Use Link to Register
LOCATION: 1900 Sixth Street, West Berkeley Family Wellness Center
NIROGA INSTITUTE FREE YOGA CLASSES
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/free-yoga-classes-14
Wednesday, April 10, 2024
PARKS, RECREATION, and WATERFRONT (PRW) at 7 pm
In-Person: 2800 Park St, Frances Albrier Community Center
AGENDA: 8. Presentation: Proposed project at 600 Bancroft, 9. Director’s Report, 10. Proposed updates to Berth fee Waiver Resolution, 11. Development Impact Fee for parks improvements, 12. Update on FY 2025-2026 PRW Capital Project submittals and commission recommendations.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/parks-recreation-and-waterfront-commission
HOMELESS PANEL of EXPERTS at 7 pm
In-Person: 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 7. Measure P funding forecast and recommendations.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/homeless-services-panel-experts
FREE YOGA CLASSES from 4:30 5:30 pm
Use Link to Register
LOCATION: 1900 Sixth Street, West Berkeley Family Wellness Center
Niroga institute free yoga classes
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/free-yoga-classes-14
Thursday, April 11, 2024
WATER EMERGENCY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY (WETA) at 1 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: Port of San Francisco, Pier 1
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89718217408
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 897 1821 7408 Password: 33779
AGENDA: 7. RFP for design and construction of battery-electric vessels, 9. Information draft 2050 Plan which includes Berkeley
https://weta.sanfranciscobayferry.com/next-board-meeting
COMMUNITY EMERGENCY RESPONSE TEAM (CERT) – Sold Out
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/community-emergency-response-team-cert-disaster-medical-operations-part
Friday, April 12, 2024 – Reduced Service Day
Saturday, April 13, 2024
BERKELEY NEIGHBORHOODS COUNCIL at 10 am
Videoconference:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/4223188307?pwd=dFlNMVlVZ2d6b0FnSHh3ZlFwV2NMdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 422 318 8307 Passcode: 521161
AGENDA: AGENDA: 10 – 11 am Demolition Ordinance, followed with updates including cumulative effects of parking changes, 1598 University, 2902 Adeline, 2136 San Pablo, D4 Candidate forum May 2.
https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/
Sunday, April 14, 2024 – no city meetings found
+++++++++++++++++++ Land Use - Work Sessions - Special Meetings +++++++++++++++
LAND USE CALENDAR
2113-2115 Kittredge (California Theater) 6/4/2024
3000 Shattuck (construct 10-story mixed-use building) TBD
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
Worth Noting:
City Council is on recess through May 6 with the next City Council meeting scheduled for May 7, 2024
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
It is spring. Before you go out and make all kinds of gardening mistakes watch the online Native Garden Tour on Sunday (past events and webinars are available on the YouTube channel) and save May 4 and May 5 for in person garden tours.
- Sunday: From 10 m – 2:30 pm is the online Native Garden Tour. YouTube link has prior tours and webinars.
- Monday:
- From 4 – 5:30 pm is the Mindfulness through beadwork fee 2-part meditative art workshop.
- At 6:30 the Youth Commission meets in person.
- At 7 pm the Peace and Justice Commission in person.
- Tuesday: From 4:30 – 5:30 pm is the free YOGA class at the West Berkeley Wellness Center.
- Wednesday:
- From 4:30 – 5:30 pm is the free YOGA class at the West Berkeley Wellness Center.
- At 7 pm the Homeless Panel of Experts meets in person on Measure P.
- At 7 pm the Parks, Recreation and Waterfront Commission meets in person.
- Thursday: At 1 pm WETA meets in the hybrid format. The 2050 Plan includes Berkeley.
- Saturday: From 10 am – 12 pm the Berkeley Neighborhoods Council (BNC) meets online with the Demolition Ordinance and impacts of parking policy and implementation on the agenda. This meeting is always worthwhile.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, April 7, 2024
Online NATIVE GARDEN TOUR from 10 am – 2:30 pm
YouTube Channel for live viewing and past events: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLIN_S5D0pZjeO59HBi2HyA
Website for Bringing Back the Natives Garden Tour
https://www.bringingbackthenatives.net/online24-15
SAVE the WEEKEND: May 4 and May 5 are the in-person garden tours
Monday, April 8, 2024
PEACE and JUSTICE COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 8. Update on Peace and Justice Merger, 9. Fossil Fuels and Possible Action, 10. Discussion and Update on from the Gaza Peace Round Table Subgroup, Update on proposed educational roundtable community conversation, 12. Presentation on Climate Justice and Possible Action, 13. Discussion on BHS Ethnic Studies.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/peace-and-justice-commission
YOUTH COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
In-Person: 1730 Oregon, Youth Services Center/YAP
AGENDA: 9. Jennifer Shanoski from BUSD discussion Measure Y1, 10. Discussion BHS Recommendation Letter, 11. Action on BHS Restroom Letter.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/youth-commission
MINDFULNESS THROUGH BEADWORK from 4 – 5:30 pm
Use Link to Register
LOCATION: 1900 Sixth Street, West Berkeley Family Wellness Center
AGENDA: Free 2-part Meditative Art Workshop, Part 1 Daisy chain beadwork, Part 2 on April 15 is small triangle earrings
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/mindfulness-through-beadwork-free-2-part-meditative-art-workshop
Tuesday, April 9, 2024
FREE YOGA CLASSES from 4:30 - 5:30 pm
Use Link to Register
LOCATION: 1900 Sixth Street, West Berkeley Family Wellness Center
NIROGA INSTITUTE FREE YOGA CLASSES
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/free-yoga-classes-14
Wednesday, April 10, 2024
PARKS, RECREATION, and WATERFRONT (PRW) at 7 pm
In-Person: 2800 Park St, Frances Albrier Community Center
AGENDA: 8. Presentation: Proposed project at 600 Bancroft, 9. Director’s Report, 10. Proposed updates to Berth fee Waiver Resolution, 11. Development Impact Fee for parks improvements, 12. Update on FY 2025-2026 PRW Capital Project submittals and commission recommendations.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/parks-recreation-and-waterfront-commission
HOMELESS PANEL of EXPERTS at 7 pm
In-Person: 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 7. Measure P funding forecast and recommendations.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/homeless-services-panel-experts
FREE YOGA CLASSES from 4:30 5:30 pm
Use Link to Register
LOCATION: 1900 Sixth Street, West Berkeley Family Wellness Center
Niroga institute free yoga classes
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/free-yoga-classes-14
Thursday, April 11, 2024
WATER EMERGENCY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY (WETA) at 1 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: Port of San Francisco, Pier 1
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89718217408
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 897 1821 7408 Password: 33779
AGENDA: 7. RFP for design and construction of battery-electric vessels, 9. Information draft 2050 Plan which includes Berkeley
https://weta.sanfranciscobayferry.com/next-board-meeting
COMMUNITY EMERGENCY RESPONSE TEAM (CERT) – Sold Out
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/community-emergency-response-team-cert-disaster-medical-operations-part
Friday, April 12, 2024 – Reduced Service Day
Saturday, April 13, 2024
BERKELEY NEIGHBORHOODS COUNCIL at 10 am
Videoconference:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/4223188307?pwd=dFlNMVlVZ2d6b0FnSHh3ZlFwV2NMdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 422 318 8307 Passcode: 521161
AGENDA: AGENDA: 10 – 11 am Demolition Ordinance, followed with updates including cumulative effects of parking changes, 1598 University, 2902 Adeline, 2136 San Pablo, D4 Candidate forum May 2.
https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/
Sunday, April 14, 2024 – no city meetings found
+++++++++++++++++++ Land Use - Work Sessions - Special Meetings +++++++++++++++
LAND USE CALENDAR
2113-2115 Kittredge (California Theater) 6/4/2024
3000 Shattuck (construct 10-story mixed-use building) TBD
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
- May 21 at 4 pm (tentative)Inclusionary Housing In-Lieu Fee Feasibility Study
- October 22 Draft Waterfront Specific Plan
- Demolition Ordinance - Zoning Amendments BMC 23.326 Demolition and Dwelling Unit Controls
- Ashby BART Transit Oriented Development (TOD) Berkeley – El Cerrito Corridor Access Plan Presentation
- Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation
- Presentation on Homelessness/Re-Housing/Thousand-Person Plan (TBD regular agenda)
- Fire Department Standards of Coverage & Community Risk Assessment
- May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report, Wildfire Prevention Plan https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-special-meeting-eagenda-may-16-2023-6-pm
- June 20 (WS) - Climate Action Plan & Resilience Update, Berkeley Economic Dashboards Update reports available https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas/city-council-2023-06-20
March 31 - April 7, 2024
Worth Noting:
City Council is on recess through May 6 with the next City Council meeting scheduled for May 7, 2024
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
Directions for activating show full transcript, saving transcripts and chat and converting YouTube videos into a transcript go to the end of this post.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, March 31, 2024 – no city events found – Easter Sunday
Monday, April 1, 2024
DESIGN a MEDICINE BAG: Part 2 of FREE 2-PART ART WORKSHOP at 4 pm
Location: at 1900 Sixth Street
Use link for details and to register (medicine bag is for herbals and flowers)
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/design-medicine-bag-free-art-workshop
PERSONNEL BOARD at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1301 Shattuck, Live Oak Community Center, Fireside Room
AGENDA: V. Recommendation to Revise Job Class Specification – Paramedic (R), VI. Recommendation to Revise Job Class Specification and Salary Range-Legislative Aide, VII. Recommendation to Approve New Personnel Rule 11.09 – Reinstatement of Sick Leave.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/personnel-board
Tuesday, April 2, 2024 – no city meetings or events found
Wednesday, April 3, 2024
BOARD of LIBRARY TRUSTEES (BOLT) at 6:30 pm
In-Person: 1125 University, West Branch Library
AGENDA: III.A. Proposed Budget FY 2025 – 2026 – All Library Funds, B. Report on Community Survey and Recommended Action.
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
PLANNING COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: Public Hearing on Middle Housing General Plan Map Amendment, 11. Discussion San Pablo Specific Plan.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/planning-commission
Thursday, April 4, 2024
HOUSING ADVISORY COMMISSION (HAC) at 7 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. Receive Presentation from City of Berkeley Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funded subrecipient: Bay Area Community Services (BACS) North County Housing Resource Center Access Point, 7. Update on the Arts and Housing Subcommittee.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/housing-advisory-commission
LANDMARKS PRESERVATION COMMISSION (LPC) - Cancelled
Friday, April 5, 2024 – no city meetings or events found
Saturday, April 6, 2024
AQUATIC PARK TREE PLANTING at 9:15 am
Location: at80 Bolivar Drive
Use link for details and to register
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/aquatic-park-tree-planting
Sunday, April 7, 2024 – no city meetings or events found
+++++++++++++++++++ Land Use - Work Sessions - Special Meetings +++++++++++++++
LAND USE CALENDAR
2113-2115 Kittredge (California Theater) 6/4/2024
3000 Shattuck (construct 10-story mixed-use building) TBD
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
Worth Noting:
City Council is on recess through May 6 with the next City Council meeting scheduled for May 7, 2024
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
- MONDAY, April 1:
- At 4 pm is Part 2 of the recreation activity “Design a Medicine Bag”.
- At 7 pm the Personnel Board meets in person
- WEDNESDAY, April 3:
- At 6 pm the Planning Commission meets in person and holds a public hearing on the Middle Housing Map.
- At 6:30 pm the Board of Library Trustees meets in person on the FY 2025-2026 budget.
- THURSDAY, April 4:
- At 7 pm the Housing Advisory Commission (HAC) meets in person on block grants.
- The LPC is cancelled.
- SATURDAY, April 6: At 9:15 am is the Tree Planting at Aquatic Park.
Directions for activating show full transcript, saving transcripts and chat and converting YouTube videos into a transcript go to the end of this post.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, March 31, 2024 – no city events found – Easter Sunday
Monday, April 1, 2024
DESIGN a MEDICINE BAG: Part 2 of FREE 2-PART ART WORKSHOP at 4 pm
Location: at 1900 Sixth Street
Use link for details and to register (medicine bag is for herbals and flowers)
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/design-medicine-bag-free-art-workshop
PERSONNEL BOARD at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1301 Shattuck, Live Oak Community Center, Fireside Room
AGENDA: V. Recommendation to Revise Job Class Specification – Paramedic (R), VI. Recommendation to Revise Job Class Specification and Salary Range-Legislative Aide, VII. Recommendation to Approve New Personnel Rule 11.09 – Reinstatement of Sick Leave.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/personnel-board
Tuesday, April 2, 2024 – no city meetings or events found
Wednesday, April 3, 2024
BOARD of LIBRARY TRUSTEES (BOLT) at 6:30 pm
In-Person: 1125 University, West Branch Library
AGENDA: III.A. Proposed Budget FY 2025 – 2026 – All Library Funds, B. Report on Community Survey and Recommended Action.
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
PLANNING COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: Public Hearing on Middle Housing General Plan Map Amendment, 11. Discussion San Pablo Specific Plan.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/planning-commission
Thursday, April 4, 2024
HOUSING ADVISORY COMMISSION (HAC) at 7 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. Receive Presentation from City of Berkeley Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funded subrecipient: Bay Area Community Services (BACS) North County Housing Resource Center Access Point, 7. Update on the Arts and Housing Subcommittee.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/housing-advisory-commission
LANDMARKS PRESERVATION COMMISSION (LPC) - Cancelled
Friday, April 5, 2024 – no city meetings or events found
Saturday, April 6, 2024
AQUATIC PARK TREE PLANTING at 9:15 am
Location: at80 Bolivar Drive
Use link for details and to register
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/aquatic-park-tree-planting
Sunday, April 7, 2024 – no city meetings or events found
+++++++++++++++++++ Land Use - Work Sessions - Special Meetings +++++++++++++++
LAND USE CALENDAR
2113-2115 Kittredge (California Theater) 6/4/2024
3000 Shattuck (construct 10-story mixed-use building) TBD
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
- May 21 at 4 pm (tentative)Inclusionary Housing In-Lieu Fee Feasibility Study
- October 22 Draft Waterfront Specific Plan
- Demolition Ordinance - Zoning Amendments BMC 23.326 Demolition and Dwelling Unit Controls
- Ashby BART Transit Oriented Development (TOD) Berkeley – El Cerrito Corridor Access Plan Presentation
- Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation
- Presentation on Homelessness/Re-Housing/Thousand-Person Plan (TBD regular agenda)
- Fire Department Standards of Coverage & Community Risk Assessment
- May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report, Wildfire Prevention Plan https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-special-meeting-eagenda-may-16-2023-6-pm
- June 20 (WS) - Climate Action Plan & Resilience Update, Berkeley Economic Dashboards Update reports available https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas/city-council-2023-06-20
March 24 - March 31, 2024
Worth Noting:
City Council will be on spring recess from March 27 to May 6 returning on May 7, 2024. The District 7 councilmember election is April 16. The District 4 councilmember election is May 28.
Recommended goto meetings are bolded: Tuesday - City Council at 6 pm and Wednesday - Environment and Climate Commission.
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
Directions with links to ZOOM support for activating Closed Captioning and Save Transcript are at the bottom of this calendar.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, March 24, 2024 – no city events found
Monday, March 25, 2024
DESIGN a MEDICINE BAG: FREE 2-PART ART WORKSHOP at 4 pm
Location: at 1900 Sixth Street
Use link for details and to register (medicine bag is for herbals and flowers)
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/design-medicine-bag-free-2-part-art-workshop
Tuesday, March 26, 2024
CITY COUNCIL Closed Session at 4 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1613042201
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 304 2201
AGENDA: 1. Pending Litigation Fisher et al v CoB, US District Court, Norther District of CA Case No. 3:23-cv-04280-TSH, 2. Anticipated Litigation Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to Section 54956.9(d)(2) arising from paint installation at the intersection of Allston Way and MLK, the ceasefire mural with a figure with a book, a keffiyeh, one potential case, 3. Conference with Labor Negotiators, employee organizations Berkeley Fire Fighters Local 1227 I.A.F.F., Berkeley Chief Fire Officers Association Local 1227 I.A.F.F., Berkeley Police Association, SEIU 1021 Community Services and Part-time Recreation Activity Leaders, SEIU 1021 Maintenance and Clerical, Public Employee Union Local 1, Unrepresented Employees.
https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-special-closed-eagenda-march-26-2024
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1618014669
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 801 4669
AGENDA: Use the link and choose the html option to select single agenda items for detail, pdf for the full documents or use the full agenda “quick peak” listed at the end of the calendar. The demolition ordinance is 23 under Action. The Human Welfare and Community Action Commission (HWCAC) is listed as 24 a & b under Action.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Wednesday, March 27, 2024
LOAN ADMINISTRATION BOARD at 4 pm
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, Cypress Room. 1st floor
AGENDA: B) i) East Bay Media Center #0445 - loan modification request to reduce monthly RLF payments of $683.44 to $200, ii) Minuteman Press #0474 – loan modification request to defer $2,865.17 until the sale of the business is complete. The sale would allow the remaining balance of $52,969.25 to be fully paid off.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/loan-administration-board
ENVIRONMENT and CLIMATE COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 7. Presentation & Discussion Urban Forestry Programs, 8. Presentation & Discussion Proposed Utility Tax.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/environment-and-climate-commission
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Russell, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library
Agenda: 6. Presentations, Discussion & Action Items a) Approve Art Subcommittee recommendation of 2024/2025 Cube Space Curator, b) Demographics for FY 2024 Grants, c) Civic Arts Grants-funded Community Festivals Quarterly Report.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD (PAB) at 6:30 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: t 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82653396072
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 826 5339 6072
AGENDA: Not posted check after Monday
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
DISASTER and FIRE SAFETY COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 997 Cedar, Fire Department Training Classroom
AGENDA: 4. Support the request by the Fire Department to fund a Program Manager II Position, 5. Amendment of City Documents for a Definition of “Public Safety”
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/disaster-and-fire-safety-commission
Thursday, March 28, 2024
COMMUNITY HEALTH COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: Response to Resolution #69,980 – N.S. “To Accererate the City of Berkeley’s transition to Plant-Based Foods.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/community-health-commission
MENTAL HEALTH COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 5. Mental Health Manager’s Report and Caseload Statistics, 6. Discuss Proclamation for May is Mental Health Month, 7. Discussion about requesting a new Councilmember to the MHC, 8. Re-appoint Monica Jones to Mental Health Commission.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/mental-health-commission
ZONING ADJUSTMENT BOARD (ZAB) at 7 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81337792513
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 or1-669-444-9171
Meeting ID: 813 3779 2513
AGENDA: 2136-2154 San Pablo – Use Permit #ZP2021-0046 – SB 330 project - to demolish an existing one-story, non-residential building and construct a 6-story (69 feet, 6 inches), 82824 sq ft mixed-use building with 122 units (including 10 very low-income density bonus qualifying units), 3-live/work units, 2490 sq ft of commercial space and ground floor parking garage for 50 spaces.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zoning-adjustments-board
Friday, March 29, 2024
SILENT DISCO from 6 – 8 pm
Family friendly event open to all ages
Location: 2800 Park, Frances Albrier Community Center
Use link for details and to register
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/silent-disco
Flashlight EGG HUNT from 7:30 pm – 9 pm
Teens in grades 5th – 8th
Location: 2800 Park
Use link for details and to register
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/flashlight-egg-hunt-0
Saturday, March 30, 2024
SPRING EGG HUNT EXTRAVAGANZA at 9:30 am
Location: Start at Berkeley Marine Center at 11 Spinnaker Way
Egg Hunt is scheduled by age groupings from 1 year old to 12 year olds
Use link for details and to register
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/spring-egg-hunt-extravaganza-1
LOW TIDE WALK from 10 am – 12:15 pm
Location: at 160 University
Use link for details and to register, $12 per person, program will be cancelled if there is heavy rain
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/low-tide-walk
WATERFRONT SCAVENGER HUNT from 9:30 am – 1:45 pm
All ages welcome. $200 in gift cards will be given to winning teams.
Location: Start at Berkeley Marine Center at 11 Spinnaker Way
Use link for details and to register
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/waterfront-scavenger-hunt
Sunday, March 31, 2024 – no city events found – Easter Sunday
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for Regular 6 pm Meeting on March 26, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1618014669
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 801 4669
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
18. Human Welfare and Community Action Commission – Confirm Cheryl Atkinson District 1 as an elected representative of the poor
19. Community Health Commission – Response to Council referral Long Term Care Facility Oversight (1) refer to CM and budget process the establishment of an enhanced Ombudsperson program for oversight of SNF and Residential Care Facilities for the Elderly and (2) early implementation of Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) proposal for minimum staffing levels ahead of the 3-year period proposed by CMS
Council Items:
20. Hahn, co-sponsors Wengraf, Taplin, Humbert – Budget referral $200,000 for study and implementation of traffic control measures on upper Marin to address urgent safety needs for pedestrians
21. Wengraf, co-sponsors Arreguin, Hahn, Taplin – Proclamation for Holocaust Remembrance Day,
22. Wengraf, co-sponsors Arreguin, Hahn, Taplin – Relinquishment of Council Office Budget Funds for 2024 Virtual Holocaust Remembrance Day Program not to exceed $500 per member
AGENDA on ACTION:
23. Klein, Planning – Zoning Amendments BMC 23.326 Demolition and Dwelling Unit Controls
24. a. Ernst, HHCS - Dissolution of the Human Welfare and Community Action Commission and the Peace and Justice Commission and the establishment of the Human Welfare, Peace and Justice Commission,
24. b. Ernst, HHCS - Reform the Human Welfare and Community Action Commission by amending rules regarding the Commission’s composition, number of members, filling of vacancies, election of low-income representatives, enumerated functions, and other changes. (documents in pdf pages 375 – 697, 24b. Reform the HWCAC starts on pdf page 553 with another complete attachment of same state documents, tables, communications for 24a)
INFORMATION REPORTS:
25. Friedrichsen, Budget Manager - FY 2024 Mid-Year Budget Update
26. Homeless Services Panel of Experts – Two consecutive meetings canceled for lack of quorumDISPOSITION OF ITEMS REMOVED from DRAFT AGENDA:
Request by City Manager and
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LAND USE CALENDAR
2113-2115 Kittredge (California Theater) 6/4/2024
3000 Shattuck (construct 10-story mixed-use building) TBD
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
Worth Noting:
City Council will be on spring recess from March 27 to May 6 returning on May 7, 2024. The District 7 councilmember election is April 16. The District 4 councilmember election is May 28.
Recommended goto meetings are bolded: Tuesday - City Council at 6 pm and Wednesday - Environment and Climate Commission.
- Monday: At 4 pm recreation activity “Design a Medicine Bag”
- Tuesday:
- At 4 pm City Council meets in closed session in the hybrid format.
- At 6 pm City Council conducts a regular meeting in the hybrid format with the Demolition Ordinance (23) and Human Welfare and Community Action Commission (24 a & b) on the agenda under action.
- Wednesday:
- At 4 pm the Loan Administration meets in person.
- At 6 pm the Environment and Climate Commission meets in person with the Urban Forestry Program on the agenda.
- At 6 pm the Civic Arts Commission meets in person.
- At 6:30 pm the Police Accountability Board (PAB) meets in the hybrid format.
- At 7 pm the Disaster and Fire Safety Commission meets in person.
- Thursday:
- At 6:30 pm the Community Health Commission meets in person.
- At 7 pm the Mental Health Commission meets in person.
- At 7 pm the Zoning Adjustment Board (ZAB) meets in the hybrid format with one project on the agenda.
- Friday: The Recreation Department has a Silent Disco from 6 -8 pm and a flashlight egg hunt from 7:30 – 9 pm for 5th – 8th graders.
- Saturday: The Recreation Department has a scavenger hunt with prizes and an egg hunt at 9:30 am in the Marina and a Low Tide walk at 10 am.
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
Directions with links to ZOOM support for activating Closed Captioning and Save Transcript are at the bottom of this calendar.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, March 24, 2024 – no city events found
Monday, March 25, 2024
DESIGN a MEDICINE BAG: FREE 2-PART ART WORKSHOP at 4 pm
Location: at 1900 Sixth Street
Use link for details and to register (medicine bag is for herbals and flowers)
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/design-medicine-bag-free-2-part-art-workshop
Tuesday, March 26, 2024
CITY COUNCIL Closed Session at 4 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1613042201
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 304 2201
AGENDA: 1. Pending Litigation Fisher et al v CoB, US District Court, Norther District of CA Case No. 3:23-cv-04280-TSH, 2. Anticipated Litigation Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to Section 54956.9(d)(2) arising from paint installation at the intersection of Allston Way and MLK, the ceasefire mural with a figure with a book, a keffiyeh, one potential case, 3. Conference with Labor Negotiators, employee organizations Berkeley Fire Fighters Local 1227 I.A.F.F., Berkeley Chief Fire Officers Association Local 1227 I.A.F.F., Berkeley Police Association, SEIU 1021 Community Services and Part-time Recreation Activity Leaders, SEIU 1021 Maintenance and Clerical, Public Employee Union Local 1, Unrepresented Employees.
https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-special-closed-eagenda-march-26-2024
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1618014669
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 801 4669
AGENDA: Use the link and choose the html option to select single agenda items for detail, pdf for the full documents or use the full agenda “quick peak” listed at the end of the calendar. The demolition ordinance is 23 under Action. The Human Welfare and Community Action Commission (HWCAC) is listed as 24 a & b under Action.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Wednesday, March 27, 2024
LOAN ADMINISTRATION BOARD at 4 pm
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, Cypress Room. 1st floor
AGENDA: B) i) East Bay Media Center #0445 - loan modification request to reduce monthly RLF payments of $683.44 to $200, ii) Minuteman Press #0474 – loan modification request to defer $2,865.17 until the sale of the business is complete. The sale would allow the remaining balance of $52,969.25 to be fully paid off.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/loan-administration-board
ENVIRONMENT and CLIMATE COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 7. Presentation & Discussion Urban Forestry Programs, 8. Presentation & Discussion Proposed Utility Tax.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/environment-and-climate-commission
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Russell, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library
Agenda: 6. Presentations, Discussion & Action Items a) Approve Art Subcommittee recommendation of 2024/2025 Cube Space Curator, b) Demographics for FY 2024 Grants, c) Civic Arts Grants-funded Community Festivals Quarterly Report.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD (PAB) at 6:30 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: t 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82653396072
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 826 5339 6072
AGENDA: Not posted check after Monday
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
DISASTER and FIRE SAFETY COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 997 Cedar, Fire Department Training Classroom
AGENDA: 4. Support the request by the Fire Department to fund a Program Manager II Position, 5. Amendment of City Documents for a Definition of “Public Safety”
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/disaster-and-fire-safety-commission
Thursday, March 28, 2024
COMMUNITY HEALTH COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: Response to Resolution #69,980 – N.S. “To Accererate the City of Berkeley’s transition to Plant-Based Foods.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/community-health-commission
MENTAL HEALTH COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 5. Mental Health Manager’s Report and Caseload Statistics, 6. Discuss Proclamation for May is Mental Health Month, 7. Discussion about requesting a new Councilmember to the MHC, 8. Re-appoint Monica Jones to Mental Health Commission.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/mental-health-commission
ZONING ADJUSTMENT BOARD (ZAB) at 7 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81337792513
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 or1-669-444-9171
Meeting ID: 813 3779 2513
AGENDA: 2136-2154 San Pablo – Use Permit #ZP2021-0046 – SB 330 project - to demolish an existing one-story, non-residential building and construct a 6-story (69 feet, 6 inches), 82824 sq ft mixed-use building with 122 units (including 10 very low-income density bonus qualifying units), 3-live/work units, 2490 sq ft of commercial space and ground floor parking garage for 50 spaces.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zoning-adjustments-board
Friday, March 29, 2024
SILENT DISCO from 6 – 8 pm
Family friendly event open to all ages
Location: 2800 Park, Frances Albrier Community Center
Use link for details and to register
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/silent-disco
Flashlight EGG HUNT from 7:30 pm – 9 pm
Teens in grades 5th – 8th
Location: 2800 Park
Use link for details and to register
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/flashlight-egg-hunt-0
Saturday, March 30, 2024
SPRING EGG HUNT EXTRAVAGANZA at 9:30 am
Location: Start at Berkeley Marine Center at 11 Spinnaker Way
Egg Hunt is scheduled by age groupings from 1 year old to 12 year olds
Use link for details and to register
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/spring-egg-hunt-extravaganza-1
LOW TIDE WALK from 10 am – 12:15 pm
Location: at 160 University
Use link for details and to register, $12 per person, program will be cancelled if there is heavy rain
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/low-tide-walk
WATERFRONT SCAVENGER HUNT from 9:30 am – 1:45 pm
All ages welcome. $200 in gift cards will be given to winning teams.
Location: Start at Berkeley Marine Center at 11 Spinnaker Way
Use link for details and to register
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/waterfront-scavenger-hunt
Sunday, March 31, 2024 – no city events found – Easter Sunday
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for Regular 6 pm Meeting on March 26, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1618014669
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 801 4669
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
- Murray, Lease Agreement: Dorothy Day House d.b.a. Dorothy’s Closet at 2425a Channing in the Telegraph-Channing Mall and Garage for 5-year term retroactive to 5/1/2023 with option to renew one additional 5 year term.
- Numainville, City Clerk – Minutes for approval
- Radu, CM office – Amend Contract 32200202 add up to $975,756 total $4,872,158 with Shree Jalasai Lodging, LP for 1461 University for purpose of extending the interim non-congregate shelter program on a month to month basis for no longer than 6 months
- Radu, CM office –Contract Housing Consortium of the East Bay (HCEB) to operate shelter at the Rodeway Inn thru 9/30/2024 for $1,925,256 (pdf page 141 - 146)
- Oyekanmi, Finance – Amend Contract No. 31900162 add $1,400,000 total $5,125,735 with Pride Industries for Janitorial Services through 6/30/2025 estimated annual spending going forward $1,000,000 per year
- Oyekanmi, Finance – Amend Contract No. 32000060 add $210,000 and $720,000 for two-year extension total $1,750,000 with Toshiba for Multi-function Devices thru 9/15/2025
- Oyekanmi, Finance – Amend Contract 32400009 add $50,000 with Stella Courier for Satellite Mall Services/Mail Room coverage
- Sprague, Fire – Contract $275,000 over 2-year period with Marina Landscape for Wildfire Safe Model Garden Construction at Firehouse #4
- Ernst, HHCS – Amend Contract No. 32400033 add $50,000 total $200,000 and extend 1/15/2025 with Strategic Economics for Affordable Housing Requirements Economic Feasibility Analysis
- Ernst, HHCS – Amend Contract No. 31900225 add $15,300 total $2,873,947 with Lifelong Medical Care to fund No Place Like Home (NPLH) supportive services at Maudelle Miller Shirek
- Ernst, HHCS – Amend Contract add $50,000 total $100,000 with The Labor Compliance Managers for Labor Standards Enforcement Services.
- Bustamante, HHCS – Contract $30,000 with Dr. Gail Newel for Health Officer services when the City Health Officer is out of the office (backup) from 5/1/2024 – 5/1/2025
- Kouyoumdjian, HR – Appointment of Terrance Davis as Director of Public Works effective 4/15/2024 at an annual salary of $260,000, previously director of Public Works for Vallejo, BA in Ethnic Studies and MBA
- Kouyoumdjian, HR – MOU Berkeley Chief Fire Officers Association
- Ferris, Parks – Amend Contract No. 32400015 add $303,000 total $350,000 with California Consulting for on-call grant writing services
- Murray, Public Works – FY 2025 Street Lighting Assessments initiating proceedings
- Murray, Public Works – Purchase Order Extensions for equipment, parts and services through 1/30/2025: 1. PO with Golden State Emergency for Fire vehicles repairs add $500,000 total $800,437.50, 2. PO with Pape Machinery add $375,000 total $666,697.50, 3. PO with City Auto Supply add $250 total $432,447.50, 4. PO Fleetwash, Inc. add $200,000 total $372,615, 5. PO with Coast Counties Truck & Equipment C, add $225,000 total $351,730, 6. PO with Arata Equipment Co add $210,000 total $320,180, 7. PO with TEC of California add $200,000 total $305,000, 8. PO with Future ford of Concord add $205,000 total $300,000, 9. PO with Acme Rigging & Supply Company, In. add $200,000 total $285,995, 10. PO with Western Truck $260,000, 11. PO with Southern Counties Lubricants LLC add $175,000 total $238,500, 12. PO with McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing Co add $150,000 total $200,000, 13. PO with California Covers add $60,000 total $110,881.01, 14. PO with berry Brothers add $15,000 total $50,000
18. Human Welfare and Community Action Commission – Confirm Cheryl Atkinson District 1 as an elected representative of the poor
19. Community Health Commission – Response to Council referral Long Term Care Facility Oversight (1) refer to CM and budget process the establishment of an enhanced Ombudsperson program for oversight of SNF and Residential Care Facilities for the Elderly and (2) early implementation of Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) proposal for minimum staffing levels ahead of the 3-year period proposed by CMS
Council Items:
20. Hahn, co-sponsors Wengraf, Taplin, Humbert – Budget referral $200,000 for study and implementation of traffic control measures on upper Marin to address urgent safety needs for pedestrians
21. Wengraf, co-sponsors Arreguin, Hahn, Taplin – Proclamation for Holocaust Remembrance Day,
22. Wengraf, co-sponsors Arreguin, Hahn, Taplin – Relinquishment of Council Office Budget Funds for 2024 Virtual Holocaust Remembrance Day Program not to exceed $500 per member
AGENDA on ACTION:
23. Klein, Planning – Zoning Amendments BMC 23.326 Demolition and Dwelling Unit Controls
24. a. Ernst, HHCS - Dissolution of the Human Welfare and Community Action Commission and the Peace and Justice Commission and the establishment of the Human Welfare, Peace and Justice Commission,
24. b. Ernst, HHCS - Reform the Human Welfare and Community Action Commission by amending rules regarding the Commission’s composition, number of members, filling of vacancies, election of low-income representatives, enumerated functions, and other changes. (documents in pdf pages 375 – 697, 24b. Reform the HWCAC starts on pdf page 553 with another complete attachment of same state documents, tables, communications for 24a)
INFORMATION REPORTS:
25. Friedrichsen, Budget Manager - FY 2024 Mid-Year Budget Update
26. Homeless Services Panel of Experts – Two consecutive meetings canceled for lack of quorumDISPOSITION OF ITEMS REMOVED from DRAFT AGENDA:
Request by City Manager and
- Request by City Manager and Fire Chief to reschedule for May 7 - Disaster and Fire Safety Commission – Use Measure FF to Support Understory Mitigation for one-time eucalyptus understory cleanups on select participating private properties
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LAND USE CALENDAR
2113-2115 Kittredge (California Theater) 6/4/2024
3000 Shattuck (construct 10-story mixed-use building) TBD
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
- May 21 at 4 pm (tentative)Inclusionary Housing In-Lieu Fee Feasibility Study
- October 22 Draft Waterfront Specific Plan
- Ashby BART Transit Oriented Development (TOD) Berkeley – El Cerrito Corridor Access Plan Presentation
- Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation
- Presentation on Homelessness/Re-Housing/Thousand-Person Plan (TBD regular agenda)
- Fire Department Standards of Coverage & Community Risk Assessment
- May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report, Wildfire Prevention Plan https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-special-meeting-eagenda-may-16-2023-6-pm
- June 20 (WS) - Climate Action Plan & Resilience Update, Berkeley Economic Dashboards Update reports available https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas/city-council-2023-06-20
March 17 - March 24, 2024
Worth Noting:
City Council Spring Recess is scheduled from March 27 through May 6, 2024. The two special elections are April 16 to fill the vacant District 7 Council seat and May 28 to fill the vacant District 4 Council seat.
District 4 candidates: Soli Alpert, Elana Auerbach, John Haracz, Ruben Hernandez Story, Igor A. Tregub
District 7 candidates: James Chang, Cecilia Lunaparra,
Check the City of Berkeley (CoB) website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, March 17, 2024 – if living in Districts 4 or 7 check for candidate forums and house parties promoting candidates.
Monday, March 18, 2024
CITY COUNCIL Closed Meeting at 3 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1612602699
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 260 2699
AGENDA: 1. Conference with Legal Counsel pending litigation Workers’ Compensation ADJ15654682, 2. Pending Litigation a. GTE Mobilnet of CA v. CoB Case No. 4:20-cv-05260-DMR, b. Jay v. COB; Alameda Superior Court Case No. 22CV018197, 3. Conference with Real Property Negotiators Live Oak Theater, 1301 Shattuck CoB and Youth Musical Theater Company, 4. Conference with Labor Negotiators employee organizations: Berkeley Fire Fighters Association Local 1227 I.A.F.F., Berkeley Fire Fighters Association Local 1227 I.A.F.F./ Berkeley Chief Fire Officers Association, Berkeley Police Association, DEIU 1021 Community Services and Part-Time Recreation Activity Leaders, SEIU 1021 Maintenance and Clerical, Public Employee Union Local 1, Unrepresented Employees
https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-closed-meeting-eagenda-march-18-2024
Tuesday, March 19, 2024
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION Public Art Subcommittee at 4 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1614156265
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252
Meeting ID: 161 415 6265
AGENDA: 5. FY 2024/2025 Cube Space Curator application.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1618484137
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 848 4137
AGENDA: Use the link and choose the html option with links to documents by agenda item or pdf to scan/read the agenda and documents as one large packet (284 pages) or scan the agenda listed at the end of the calendar. One action item on cell towers.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Wednesday, March 20, 2024
COMMISSION on AGING at 1:30 pm
Location: 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: Presentations: 1. Berkeley rides for Seniors and the Disabled FY 2024-2025 Program – Mary Triston, 2. Missing Middle Housing and Zoning Measures – Karen Parolek, Discussion/Action 1. Ohlone Greenway Project, 2. Follow-up Age Friendly report.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-aging
COMMISSION on LABOR at 7 pm
Location: 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: - NO Agenda posted as of 1 pm 3/16/2024, check before going
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-labor
COMMISSION on the STATUS of WOMEN at 7 pm
Location: 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 7. Presenter, Simone Robenolt, from Policy Link on Women’s Economic Uncertainty and Slow Economic Recovery Post-Pandemic, 8. Possible Presentation from the California Office of Civil Rights (Formerly DFEH) on Brief Overview of California OCR and Sexual Harassment Training Legally Required Under State Law for Employers, 9. Proposed Recommendation on City Enforcement of Legally Required Training, 10. Recommendation on Sex Trafficking.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-status-women
Thursday, March 21, 2024
DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE at 6:30 pm
Location: 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Gooseberry Room
AGENDA: 1. 2037 Durant (Hustead’s Auto Body between Shattuck and Milvia) – Preliminary Design Review – to demolish a one-story, 13,000 sq ft commercial building and construct an 8-story 76,373 sq ft building with 1,552 sq ft of ground floor commercial space and 74 dwelling units of multi-family housing. All bedrooms have windows. A SB 330 state density project.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/design-review-committee
TRANSPORTATION and INFRASTRUCTURE COMMISSION at 6:15 pm
Location: 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Aspen Room
AGENDA: B. 2024 Commission Work Plan
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/transportation-and-infrastructure-commission
FAIR CAMPAIGN PRACTICES COMMISSION (FCPC) / OPEN GOVERNMENT COMMISSION (OGC) at 6:30 pm
Location: 2180 Milvia, Cypress Room
FCPC / OGC normally meets the 3rd Thursday of the month, NO agenda is posted, check later
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/fair-campaign-practices-commission
RENT BOARD at 7 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86351823870?pwd=StV8iv1VnftDeahcLsszUQPN5RdeeE.1
AGENDA: NO agenda posted, check later
https://rentboard.berkeleyca.gov/elected-rent-board/rent-board-meetings
Friday, March 22, 2024
2x2 Committee (City - Hahn, Taplin, BUSD - Vasudeo, Shanoski) at 2:30 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2020 Bonor, Room 126
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86759481399
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 867 5948 1399
AGENDA: 5. Discussion items, 5.1 Update 2020 Vision/YEP, 5.2 Summer Programming, 5.3 Bright Streets / street Safety Implementation Update + engagement with BUSD principals, 5.4 Update on parking permits for BHS staff, 6. Action Items: 6.1 Future agenda items
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/2x2-committee
Saturday, March 23, 2024
AQUA ZUMBA PARTY at 12:30 pm
Register: https://ca-berkeley.civicrec.com/CA/berkeley-ca/catalog?filter=c2VhcmNoPTIzODgxOTQ%3D
Location: 2100 Browning
AGENDA: 90 minute party in the pool, $20 per person,
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/aqua-zumba-party
Sunday, March 24, 2024 – no city meetings or events found
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for Regular 6 pm Meeting on Tuesday, March 19, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1618484137
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 848 4137
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CEREMONIAL CALENDAR:
AC Transit Presentation
AGENDA on CONSENT:
AGENDA on CONSENT:
9. Murray, Public Works – Adoption of a Master License Agreement Template for the Non-Exclusive Installation of Small Cell Telecommunications Facilities on City Owned and Maintained Streetlight Poles in the Public Right-of-WayINFORMATION REPORTS
10. Radu, CM Office - Audit Status Report Response: Code Enforcements Resources Significantly Restrained and Improvements needed in Case Management and Oversight
11. Klein, Planning - LPO NOD: 2144 Shattuck Appeal Period Expiration 3/19/2024
12. Klein, Planning - LPO NOD: 2274 Shattuck Appeal Period Expiration 3/19/2024
13.Murray, Public Works – Audit Status Reports: Fleet Replacement Fund Short Millions & Rocky Road: Berkeley Street At Risk and Significantly Underfunded (packet272 pages)
DISPOSITION OF ITEMS REMOVED from DRAFT AGENDA:
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for Regular 6 pm Meeting on March 26, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1618014669
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 801 4669
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
DISPOSITION OF ITEMS REMOVED from DRAFT AGENDA:
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LAND USE CALENDAR
2113-2115 Kittredge (California Theater) 6/4/2024
3000 Shattuck (construct 10-story mixed-use building) TBD
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
UNSCHEDULED WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS
PREVIOUSLY LISTED WORKSESSIONS and SPECIAL MEETINGS REMOVED FROM LIST
Worth Noting:
City Council Spring Recess is scheduled from March 27 through May 6, 2024. The two special elections are April 16 to fill the vacant District 7 Council seat and May 28 to fill the vacant District 4 Council seat.
District 4 candidates: Soli Alpert, Elana Auerbach, John Haracz, Ruben Hernandez Story, Igor A. Tregub
District 7 candidates: James Chang, Cecilia Lunaparra,
Check the City of Berkeley (CoB) website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
- Monday: At 3 pm the City Council meets in the hybrid format in closed session.
- Tuesday:
- At 4 pm the Civic Art Commission Public Art Subcommittee meets online.
- At 6 pm the City Council meets in the hybrid format with a master lease on small cell telecommunication facilities on streetlight poles.
- Wednesday:
- At 1:30 pm the Commission on Aging meets in person.
- At 7 pm the Commission on the Status of Women meets in Person.
- No agenda is posted for the Commission on Labor. Check later if cancelled
- Thursday:
- At 6:15 pm the Transportation and Infrastructure Commission meets in person.
- At 6:30 pm the Design Review Committee meets in person on one multi-family project.
- No agenda is posted for the Fair Campaign Practices and Open Government Commission which should be meeting at 6:30 pm.
- At 7 pm the Rent Board is scheduled to meet in the hybrid format. No agenda is posted.
- Friday: At 2:30 pm the 2x2 Committee (CoB & BUSD) meets in the hybrid format
- Saturday: At 12:30 pm is an Aqua Zumba Party a CoB recreation event.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, March 17, 2024 – if living in Districts 4 or 7 check for candidate forums and house parties promoting candidates.
Monday, March 18, 2024
CITY COUNCIL Closed Meeting at 3 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1612602699
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 260 2699
AGENDA: 1. Conference with Legal Counsel pending litigation Workers’ Compensation ADJ15654682, 2. Pending Litigation a. GTE Mobilnet of CA v. CoB Case No. 4:20-cv-05260-DMR, b. Jay v. COB; Alameda Superior Court Case No. 22CV018197, 3. Conference with Real Property Negotiators Live Oak Theater, 1301 Shattuck CoB and Youth Musical Theater Company, 4. Conference with Labor Negotiators employee organizations: Berkeley Fire Fighters Association Local 1227 I.A.F.F., Berkeley Fire Fighters Association Local 1227 I.A.F.F./ Berkeley Chief Fire Officers Association, Berkeley Police Association, DEIU 1021 Community Services and Part-Time Recreation Activity Leaders, SEIU 1021 Maintenance and Clerical, Public Employee Union Local 1, Unrepresented Employees
https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-closed-meeting-eagenda-march-18-2024
Tuesday, March 19, 2024
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION Public Art Subcommittee at 4 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1614156265
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252
Meeting ID: 161 415 6265
AGENDA: 5. FY 2024/2025 Cube Space Curator application.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1618484137
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 848 4137
AGENDA: Use the link and choose the html option with links to documents by agenda item or pdf to scan/read the agenda and documents as one large packet (284 pages) or scan the agenda listed at the end of the calendar. One action item on cell towers.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Wednesday, March 20, 2024
COMMISSION on AGING at 1:30 pm
Location: 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: Presentations: 1. Berkeley rides for Seniors and the Disabled FY 2024-2025 Program – Mary Triston, 2. Missing Middle Housing and Zoning Measures – Karen Parolek, Discussion/Action 1. Ohlone Greenway Project, 2. Follow-up Age Friendly report.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-aging
COMMISSION on LABOR at 7 pm
Location: 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: - NO Agenda posted as of 1 pm 3/16/2024, check before going
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-labor
COMMISSION on the STATUS of WOMEN at 7 pm
Location: 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 7. Presenter, Simone Robenolt, from Policy Link on Women’s Economic Uncertainty and Slow Economic Recovery Post-Pandemic, 8. Possible Presentation from the California Office of Civil Rights (Formerly DFEH) on Brief Overview of California OCR and Sexual Harassment Training Legally Required Under State Law for Employers, 9. Proposed Recommendation on City Enforcement of Legally Required Training, 10. Recommendation on Sex Trafficking.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-status-women
Thursday, March 21, 2024
DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE at 6:30 pm
Location: 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Gooseberry Room
AGENDA: 1. 2037 Durant (Hustead’s Auto Body between Shattuck and Milvia) – Preliminary Design Review – to demolish a one-story, 13,000 sq ft commercial building and construct an 8-story 76,373 sq ft building with 1,552 sq ft of ground floor commercial space and 74 dwelling units of multi-family housing. All bedrooms have windows. A SB 330 state density project.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/design-review-committee
TRANSPORTATION and INFRASTRUCTURE COMMISSION at 6:15 pm
Location: 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Aspen Room
AGENDA: B. 2024 Commission Work Plan
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/transportation-and-infrastructure-commission
FAIR CAMPAIGN PRACTICES COMMISSION (FCPC) / OPEN GOVERNMENT COMMISSION (OGC) at 6:30 pm
Location: 2180 Milvia, Cypress Room
FCPC / OGC normally meets the 3rd Thursday of the month, NO agenda is posted, check later
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/fair-campaign-practices-commission
RENT BOARD at 7 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86351823870?pwd=StV8iv1VnftDeahcLsszUQPN5RdeeE.1
AGENDA: NO agenda posted, check later
https://rentboard.berkeleyca.gov/elected-rent-board/rent-board-meetings
Friday, March 22, 2024
2x2 Committee (City - Hahn, Taplin, BUSD - Vasudeo, Shanoski) at 2:30 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2020 Bonor, Room 126
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86759481399
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 867 5948 1399
AGENDA: 5. Discussion items, 5.1 Update 2020 Vision/YEP, 5.2 Summer Programming, 5.3 Bright Streets / street Safety Implementation Update + engagement with BUSD principals, 5.4 Update on parking permits for BHS staff, 6. Action Items: 6.1 Future agenda items
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/2x2-committee
Saturday, March 23, 2024
AQUA ZUMBA PARTY at 12:30 pm
Register: https://ca-berkeley.civicrec.com/CA/berkeley-ca/catalog?filter=c2VhcmNoPTIzODgxOTQ%3D
Location: 2100 Browning
AGENDA: 90 minute party in the pool, $20 per person,
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/aqua-zumba-party
Sunday, March 24, 2024 – no city meetings or events found
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for Regular 6 pm Meeting on Tuesday, March 19, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1618484137
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 848 4137
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CEREMONIAL CALENDAR:
AC Transit Presentation
AGENDA on CONSENT:
- 2nd reading – Acquisition of Real Property at 1900 Fourth Street and authorization to transfer that property to the Sogorea Te Land Trust, thereby returning the land to the Ohlone people.
AGENDA on CONSENT:
- Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations $120,000 payroll audit
- Louis, Police – Amend Contract No. 32200150 add $45,000 total $150,000 with Range Maintenance Services LLC for Indoor range cleaning services and extend from 1/8/2024 to 12/1/2028
- Murray, Public Works - Amend Contract No. 108090-1 add $3,865,300 total $12,790,172 with IPS Group, Inc. for Parking Management System, Parking Meter Maintenance and Conversion to Pay-by-Plate Pay Stations, and extend from 6/30/2024 – 6/30/2026
- Murray, Public Works - Amend Contract No.115731-1 add $919,815 total $2,915,355 with SKIDATA, Inc (formerly Sentry Control Systems) for extending parking access and revenue control maintenance services and warranties for equipment nearing the end of its useful life in the City’s three parking garages (Oxford, Center and Telegraph Channing) and extend by 2 years to 6/30/2026
- Murray, Public Works – Grant Application up to $6,000,000 GRO-23-606 to California Energy Commission (CEC) for Charging Infrastructure for Government Fleets. If approved requires 30% match and all work to be completed by 6/30/2028
- REMOVED BY CITY MANAGER – COMING BACK ON MARCH 26 AGENDA
- Murray, Public Works – Purchase Order $665,000 with Owen Equipment Safes for one combination storm sewer cleaner, Contract #101221-VTR
- Arreguin – Appoint Councilmember Wengraf to represent City of Berkeley to East Bbay Hills Wildfire Prevention Coordinating Group, Councilmember Humbert as the Alternate revision added.
9. Murray, Public Works – Adoption of a Master License Agreement Template for the Non-Exclusive Installation of Small Cell Telecommunications Facilities on City Owned and Maintained Streetlight Poles in the Public Right-of-WayINFORMATION REPORTS
10. Radu, CM Office - Audit Status Report Response: Code Enforcements Resources Significantly Restrained and Improvements needed in Case Management and Oversight
11. Klein, Planning - LPO NOD: 2144 Shattuck Appeal Period Expiration 3/19/2024
12. Klein, Planning - LPO NOD: 2274 Shattuck Appeal Period Expiration 3/19/2024
13.Murray, Public Works – Audit Status Reports: Fleet Replacement Fund Short Millions & Rocky Road: Berkeley Street At Risk and Significantly Underfunded (packet272 pages)
DISPOSITION OF ITEMS REMOVED from DRAFT AGENDA:
- Withdrawn by Arreguin – Sole Source Contract Waiver for Creation of Equitable Black Berkeley Surviving Entity, Adopt resolution that supports efforts to implement the Equitable Black Berkeley Initiative by: 1. Approving sole source procurement on the basis of BDO US, P.C. being the only viable vendor, 2. Approving the contract with BDO US, P.C. $600,000, 3. Accepting grant funding up to $660,000 to cover the cost plus 10% administrative fee paid to the City of Berkeley for administering the contract
- REMOVED BY CITY MANAGER – COMING BACK ON MARCH 26 AGENDA - Murray, Public Works – Purchase Order Extension Authorizations for Critical Vendors of Equipment Parts and Services for Multiple Departments total $4,135,803.51, 1. Golden State Emergency Vehicle for Fire vehicle repairs $800.437.50, 2. Pape Machinery, Inc. for heavy equipment parts and repairs $666,667.50. 3. City Auto Supply for vehicle parts $432,447.50, 4. Fleetwash, Inc for vehicle washing $372,615, 5. Coast Counties Truck & Equipment, Co. for heavy equipment parts $351,730, 6. Arata Equipment Company for Zero Waste vehicle parts $305,000, 7. TEC of California, Inc, for vehicle parts and accessories $305,000, 8. Future Ford of Concord for auto/truck parts and service $300,000,9. Acme Rigging & Supply Company, Inc. for wheel loader and heavy equipment $285,995, 10. Western Truck Center $260,000, 11. McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing Co. for Zero Waste Truck parts $200,000, 12. California Covers for upholstery services $110,881.01, 13. Berry Brothers for towing services $50,000
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for Regular 6 pm Meeting on March 26, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1618014669
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 801 4669
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
- Murray, Lease Agreement: Dorothy Day House d.b.a. Dorothy’s Closet at 2425a Channing in the Telegraph-Channing Mall and Garage for 5 year term retroactive to 5/1/2023 with option to renew one additional 5 year term.
- Numainville, City Clerk – Minutes for approval
- Radu, CM office – Amend Contract 32200202 add up to $975,756 total $4,872,158 with Shree Jalasai Lodging, LP for 1461 University for purpose of extending the interim non-congregate shelter program on a month to month basis for no longer than 6 months
- Radu, CM office –Contract Housing Consortium of the East Bay (HCEB) to operate shelter at the Rodeway Inn thru 9/30/2024 for $1,925,256 (pdf page 141 - 146)
- Oyekanmi, Finance – Amend Contract 31900162 add $1,400,000 total $5,125,735 with Pride Industries for Janitorial Services through 6/30/2025 estimated annual spending going forward $1,000,000 per year
- Oyekanmi, Finance – Amend Contract 32000060 add $210,000 and $720,000 for two year extension total $1,750,000 with Toshiba for Multi-function Devices thru 9/15/2025
- Oyekanmi, Finance – Amend Contract 32400009 add $50,000 with Stella Courier for Satellite Mall Services/Mail Room coverage
- Sprague, Fire – Contract $275,000 over 2-year period with Marina Landscape for Wildfire Safe Model Garden Construction at Firehouse #4
- Ernst, HHCS – Amend Contract 32400033 add $50,000 total $200,000 and extend 1/15/2025 with Strategic Economics for Affordable Housing Requirements Economic Feasibility Analysis
- Ernst, HHCS – Amend Contract 31900225 add $15,300 total $2,873,947 with Lifelong Medical Care to fund No Place Like Home (NPLH) supportive services at Maudelle Miller Shirek
- Ernst, HHCS – Amend Contract add $50,000 total $100,000 with The Labor Compliance Managers for Labor Standards Enforcement Services.
- Bustamante, HHCS – Contract $30,000 with Dr. Gail Newel for Health Officer services when the City Health Officer is out of the office (backup) from 5/1/2024 – 5/1/2025
- Kouyoumdjian, HR – Appointment of Terrance Davis as Director of Public Works effective 4/15/2024 at an annual salary of $260,000, previously director of Public Works for Vallejo, BA in Ethnic Studies and MBA
- Kouyoumdjian, HR – MOU Berkeley Chief Fire Officers Association
- Ferris, Parks – Amend Contract 32400015 add $303,000 total $350,000 with California Consulting for on-call grant writing services
- Murray, Public Works – FY 2025 Street Lighting Assessments initiating proceedings
- Murray, Public Works – Purchase Order Extensions for equipment, parts and services through 1/30/2025: 1. PO with Golden State Emergency for Fire vehicles repairs add $500,000 total $800,437.50, 2. PO with Pape Machinery add $375,000 total $666,697.50, 3. PO with City Auto Supply add $250 total $432,447.50, 4. PO Fleetwash, Inc. add $200,000 total $372,615, 5. PO with Coast Counties Truck & Equipment C, add $225,000 total $351,730, 6. PO with Arata Equipment Co add $210,000 total $320,180, 7. PO with TEC of California add $200,000 total $305,000, 8. PO with Future ford of Concord add $205,000 total $300,000, 9. PO with Acme Rigging & Supply Company, In. add $200,000 total $285,995, 10. PO with Western Truck $260,000, 11. PO with Southern Counties Lubricants LLC add $175,000 total $238,500, 12. PO with McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing Co add $150,000 total $200,000, 13. PO with California Covers add $60,000 total $110,881.01, 14. PO with berry Brothers add $15,000 total $50,000
- Human Welfare and Community Action Commission – Confirm Cheryl Atkinson District 1 as an elected representative of the poor
- Community Health Commission – Response to Council referral Long Term Care Facility Oversight (1) refer to CM and budget process the establishment of an enhanced Ombudsperson program for oversight of SNF and Residential Care Facilities for the Elderly and (2) early implementation of Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) proposal for minimum staffing levels ahead of the 3-year period proposed by CMS
- Hahn, co-sponsors Wengraf, Taplin, Humbert – Budget referral $200,000 for study and implementation of traffic control measures on upper Marin to address urgent safety needs for pedestrians
- Wengraf – Proclamation for Holocaust Remembrance Day,
- Wengraf – Relinquishment of Council Office Budget Funds for 2024 Virtual Holocaust Remembrance Day Program not to exceed $500 per member
- On ACTION: Klein, Planning – Zoning Amendments BMC 23.326 Demolition and Dwelling Unit Controls
- On Action: a. Ernst, HHCS - Dissolution of the Human Welfare and Community Action Commission and the Peace and Justice Commission and the establishment of the Human Welfare, Peace and Justice Commission, b. Ernst, HHCS - Reform the Human Welfare and Community Action Commission by amending rules regarding the Commission’s composition, number of members, filling of vacancies, election of low-income representatives, enumerated functions, and other changes. (documents in pdf pages 375 – 697, 24b. Reform the HWCAC starts on pdf page 553 with another complete attachment of same state documents, tables, communications for 24a)
- INFORMATION REPORTS: Friedrichsen, Budget Manager - FY 2024 Mid-Year Budget Update
- INFORMATION REPORTS: Homeless Services Panel of Experts – Two consecutive meetings canceled for lack of quorum
DISPOSITION OF ITEMS REMOVED from DRAFT AGENDA:
- Request by City Manager and Fire Chief to reschedule for May 7 - Disaster and Fire Safety Commission – Use Measure FF to Support Understory Mitigation for one-time eucalyptus understory cleanups on select participating private properties
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LAND USE CALENDAR
2113-2115 Kittredge (California Theater) 6/4/2024
3000 Shattuck (construct 10-story mixed-use building) TBD
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
- March 19 (ceremonial tentative) AC Transit: Update on the Durant Quick Build Project
- May 21 at 4 pm (tentative)Inclusionary Housing In-Lieu Fee Feasibility Study
- October 22 Draft Waterfront Specific Plan
UNSCHEDULED WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS
- Ashby BART Transit Oriented Development (TOD) Berkeley – El Cerrito Corridor Access Plan Presentation
- Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation
- Presentation on Homelessness/Re-Housing/Thousand-Person Plan (TBD regular agenda)
PREVIOUSLY LISTED WORKSESSIONS and SPECIAL MEETINGS REMOVED FROM LIST
- Fire Department Standards of Coverage & Community Risk Assessment
March 10 - March 17, 2024
Worth Noting:
City Council Spring Recess is scheduled from March 27 through May 6, 2024. The two special elections are April 16 to fill the vacant District 7 Council seat and May 28 to fill the vacant District 4 Council seat.
This calendar is lengthy as it includes 3 City Council agendas: (1) the draft agenda for the March 26 City Council Meeting, (2) the Agenda for the March 12 City Council meeting, and (3) the Agenda for the March 19 City Council meeting.
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, March 10, 2024 – DAYLIGHT SAVINGS begins, spring forward
Monday, March 11, 2024
FATHERHOOD INITIATIVE KICK-OFF EVENT from 10 am – 12:30 pm
In-Person: at 1900 Sixth Street, West Berkeley Wellness Center
Use Link for event details and to Register
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/fatherhood-initiative-kick-event
YOUTH COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 1730 Oregon
AGENDA: 9. Action plan for a letter of recommendation using the survey, 10. Discussion Review Letter of Support for Measure Y1, of allowing 16-year olds to vote for BUSD School board elections, 11. Action on Letter of support for Measure Y1 allowing 16-year olds to vote for BUSD School board elections, 12. 2024 Elections for Sergeant at Arms.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/youth-commission
Tuesday, March 12, 2024
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1609957015
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 995 7015
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 3/26/2024 -- draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda below at the end of the list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Worksessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, REFERRED ITEMS FOR REVIEW: 8. a. Discussion and Possible Action on City Council Rules of Decorum, Procedural Rules and Remote Public Comments, 9. City Council Legislative Systems Redesign. UNSCHEDULED ITEMS: 10. Harrison author, co-sponsor Bartlett – Amends BMC 3.78 to Expand Eligibility Requirements for Representatives of the Poor to Serve on The Human Welfare and Community Action Commission, 11. Modifications or Improvements to City Council Meeting Procedures, 12. Strengthening and Supporting City Commission: Guidance on Development of Legislative Proposals, 13. Discussion and Recommendations on the Continued Use of the Berkeley Online Engagement Portal COUNCIL REFERRALS and unfinished business for scheduling – none. (agenda packet 384 pages, on pages 8 – 11 is the Agenda Committee response to the Open Government Commission’s recommendations on Public Comment, on pages 115 – 123 is a summary of Local City Rules of Order to prevent disruptions at their Council Meetings
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
CITY COUNCIL Worksession at 4 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1602817302
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 281 7302
AGENDA: One item 1. 2023 Berkeley Police Annual Report, use link to read 47 page report
https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-special-meeting-eagenda-march-12-2024
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1602817302
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 281 7302
AGENDA: Use HTML to view a singular agenda item or two, use PDF to view the entire agenda packet or view agenda at the bottom of this email.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
SOLANO AVENUE BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT at 11 am
In-Person: 1849 Solano, Solano Oriental Rug Gallery
AGENDA: 5. Report from the Secretary, City Council approved Zoning Amendments for Small Businesses, Economic Dashboard, 6. Financial Update, 7. Solano Avenue Association.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/solano-avenue-business-improvement-district-advisory-board
Wednesday, March 13, 2024
COMMISSION on DISABILITY at 5 pm
In-Person: 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 8. Presentation Daylighting State Parking Regulations and effects on the community by Hamid Mostowfi, Public Works, 9. Presentation Berkeley Rides for Seniors and Disabled by Mary Triston Aging Services, 10. Log of complaints, email and voicemail to commission, 12. Meeting Calendar, 13. Email from Ken Jung on Ohlone Greenway, 14. Curb Management from Environment and Climate Commission, 16. Workplan.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-disability
POLICE CCOUNTABILITY BOARD at 6:30 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: In-Person: 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82653396072
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 826 5339 6072
AGENDA: 3. Public comment on agenda and non-agenda items, 5. Training: Assessing and Monitoring the Performance and Compliance of Police Departments (1 hour) a. Presentation on the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA), b. Presentation on the NYU School of Law’s Policing Project’s Sound, Accountable, Just and Effective (SAJR) Policing Assessment for Police Departments, 6. OPDA Staff Report, 7. PAB Reports, 8. BPD Chief Report, 9. Subcommittee, 10. New Business, recap of Strategic Planning Session Recap, b. Follow-up of BPD MOU with other agencies, 11. Public Comment, Closed session.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
PARKS, RECREATION, and WATERFRONT COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 2800 Park, Francis Albrier Community Center
AGENDA: 9. Director’s Report on Parks, Waterfront, Capital, Budget, 10. Presentation on Upcoming Waterfront Parking Study, 11. Discussion/Action on new developments adjacent (2136 San Pablo) to public parks/open space, 12. Proposed updates to Berth Fee Waiver Resolution, 13. FY 2025-2026 PRW Capital Projects submittals.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/parks-recreation-and-waterfront-commission
HOUSING ADVISORY COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. Update on the Arts and Housing Subcommittee, 7. Update and Possible Action on Annual Action Plan for Federal Program Year 2024 (FY 2025), 8. Update and possible Action on CDBG (Block Grants) Subcommittee Funding Recommendations, 9. Update and possible action on Subcommittee appointments to Housing Trust Fund, Public Facilities Improvements, Arts and Housing.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/housing-advisory-commission
HOMELESS SERVICES PANEL of EXPERTS at 7 pm
In-Person: 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Gooseberry Room
AGENDA: 6. Discussion of the FY 2025 – 2028 Community Agency Funding Process
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/homeless-services-panel-experts
Thursday, March 14, 2024
ZONING ADJUSTMENTS BOARD at 7 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88978857194
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 or 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 889 7885 7194
AGENDA: All projects listed as on consent
2. 1328 Sixth Street – UP #ZP2023-0137 modify UP#A2333/MOD and UP#A9990 - add 315 sq ft to outdoor dining with alcoholic beverage service at an existing full service restaurant
3. 2945 College - UP #ZP2023-0152 – establish a wine bar with on-site wine service, retail sales of wine and books and incidental food service
4. 2833 Seventh Street – UP #ZP2023-0123 – convert a 1, 024 sq ft 2-story commercial unit to a residential dwelling unit, for a total of 5 dwelling units on a mixed-use lot
Action: DRC Subcommittee Report elections
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zoning-adjustments-board
Friday, March 15, 2024 – Reduced Service Day
LIVE OAKS LAUGHS COMEDY SHOW from 7:30 – 9:30 pm
Location: 1301 Shattuck, Live Oak Community Center
Doors open at 7:30 pm Show Starts at 8 pm
Pre-registration highly recommended, cost $20/person
Comedians: Terry Dorsey, Jeff Applebaum, Rudy Ortiz
Parents Night Out: Drop-off 6:30 – 9 pm, pick-up by 10 pm for children ages 5 – 13, $20/child pre-registration required
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/live-oak-laughs-comedy-show
CLIMATE EMERGENCY MOBILIZATION TASK FORCE
VIRTUAL SUMMIT SERIES from 9 am – 12 pm
RSVP for ZOOM link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/climate-the-prison-industrial-complex-registration-656311644797
AGENDA: Climate & the Prison Industrial Complex, Online event is free, donations appreciated
https://www.cemtf.org/site/events
Saturday, March 16, 2024
3rd SATURDAY SHORELINE CLEANUP from 9 – 11 am
Location: at 160 University, Shoreline Park Nature Center
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/3rd-saturday-shoreline-cleanup-4
TSUNAMI READINESS WORKSHOP from 11 am – 12 pm
Location: at 200 Marina Blvd, Double Tree Hotel, California Room
AGENDA: Preparation for and mitigation of Tsunami risk, Preview of tsunami section of draft 2024 Local Hazard Mitigation Plan
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/tsunami-readiness-workshop
Sunday, March 17, 2024 – no City meetings or events found
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AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm on Tuesday, March 12, 2024
DRAFT AGENDA for March 26, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 1st Floor – Cypress Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1609957015
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 995 7015
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
URGENT ITEM NOT AGGENDIZED
Wengraf & Hahn, co-sponsors Taplin, Arreguin – Budget referral $150,000 for traffic control measures surrounding Cragmont Elementary School
AGENDA on CONSENT:
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for Regular 6 pm Meeting on Tuesday, March 12, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1602817302
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 281 7302
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
INFORMATION ITEMS:
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for Regular 6 pm Meeting on Tuesday, March 19, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1618484137
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 848 4137
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CEREMONIAL CALENDAR:
AC Transit Presentation
AGENDA on CONSENT:
DISPOSITION OF ITEMS REMOVED from DRAFT AGENDA:
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LAND USE CALENDAR
2113-2115 Kittredge (California Theater) 6/4/2024
3000 Shattuck (construct 10-story mixed-use building) TBD
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
UNSCHEDULED WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS
PREVIOUSLY LISTED WORKSESSIONS and SPECIAL MEETINGS REMOVED FROM LIST
Worth Noting:
City Council Spring Recess is scheduled from March 27 through May 6, 2024. The two special elections are April 16 to fill the vacant District 7 Council seat and May 28 to fill the vacant District 4 Council seat.
This calendar is lengthy as it includes 3 City Council agendas: (1) the draft agenda for the March 26 City Council Meeting, (2) the Agenda for the March 12 City Council meeting, and (3) the Agenda for the March 19 City Council meeting.
- Sunday, March 10, 2024: Daylight Savings Begins – Spring forward
- Monday, March 11, 2024:
- From 10 am – 12:30 pm Fatherhood Initiative Kick-off event.
- At 6:30 pm the Youth Commission meets in person
- Tuesday, March 12, 2024:
- At 11 am the Solano BID meets in person.
- At 2:30 pm the Agenda Committee meets in the hybrid format.
- At 4 pm the City Council meets in the hybrid format and receives the Berkeley Police Department annual crime report.
- At 6 pm the City Council meets in the hybrid format for the regular meeting. All agenda items on consent.
- Wednesday, March 13, 2024:
- At 5 pm the Commission on Disability meets in person.
- At 6:30 pm the Police Accountability Board meets in the hybrid format.
- At 7 pm the Housing Advisory Commission meets in person.
- At 7 pm the Homeless Services Panel of Experts meets in person.
- At 7 pm the Parks, Recreation and Waterfront Commission meets in person.
- Thursday, March 14, 2024: At 7 pm the ZAB meets in the hybrid format.
- Friday, March 15, 2024:
- From 9 am – 12 pm the CEMTF presents an online webinar on Climate & the Prison Industrial Complex.
- At 7:30 pm is the Live Oaks Comedy Show. Parents Night Out accompanies the show for children ages 5 – 13,
- Saturday, March 16, 2024:
- From 9 – 11 am is the Shoreline Cleanup.
- From 11 am – 12 pm is a Tsunami Readiness Workshop
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, March 10, 2024 – DAYLIGHT SAVINGS begins, spring forward
Monday, March 11, 2024
FATHERHOOD INITIATIVE KICK-OFF EVENT from 10 am – 12:30 pm
In-Person: at 1900 Sixth Street, West Berkeley Wellness Center
Use Link for event details and to Register
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/fatherhood-initiative-kick-event
YOUTH COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 1730 Oregon
AGENDA: 9. Action plan for a letter of recommendation using the survey, 10. Discussion Review Letter of Support for Measure Y1, of allowing 16-year olds to vote for BUSD School board elections, 11. Action on Letter of support for Measure Y1 allowing 16-year olds to vote for BUSD School board elections, 12. 2024 Elections for Sergeant at Arms.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/youth-commission
Tuesday, March 12, 2024
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1609957015
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 995 7015
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 3/26/2024 -- draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda below at the end of the list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Worksessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, REFERRED ITEMS FOR REVIEW: 8. a. Discussion and Possible Action on City Council Rules of Decorum, Procedural Rules and Remote Public Comments, 9. City Council Legislative Systems Redesign. UNSCHEDULED ITEMS: 10. Harrison author, co-sponsor Bartlett – Amends BMC 3.78 to Expand Eligibility Requirements for Representatives of the Poor to Serve on The Human Welfare and Community Action Commission, 11. Modifications or Improvements to City Council Meeting Procedures, 12. Strengthening and Supporting City Commission: Guidance on Development of Legislative Proposals, 13. Discussion and Recommendations on the Continued Use of the Berkeley Online Engagement Portal COUNCIL REFERRALS and unfinished business for scheduling – none. (agenda packet 384 pages, on pages 8 – 11 is the Agenda Committee response to the Open Government Commission’s recommendations on Public Comment, on pages 115 – 123 is a summary of Local City Rules of Order to prevent disruptions at their Council Meetings
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
CITY COUNCIL Worksession at 4 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1602817302
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 281 7302
AGENDA: One item 1. 2023 Berkeley Police Annual Report, use link to read 47 page report
https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-special-meeting-eagenda-march-12-2024
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1602817302
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 281 7302
AGENDA: Use HTML to view a singular agenda item or two, use PDF to view the entire agenda packet or view agenda at the bottom of this email.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
SOLANO AVENUE BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT at 11 am
In-Person: 1849 Solano, Solano Oriental Rug Gallery
AGENDA: 5. Report from the Secretary, City Council approved Zoning Amendments for Small Businesses, Economic Dashboard, 6. Financial Update, 7. Solano Avenue Association.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/solano-avenue-business-improvement-district-advisory-board
Wednesday, March 13, 2024
COMMISSION on DISABILITY at 5 pm
In-Person: 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 8. Presentation Daylighting State Parking Regulations and effects on the community by Hamid Mostowfi, Public Works, 9. Presentation Berkeley Rides for Seniors and Disabled by Mary Triston Aging Services, 10. Log of complaints, email and voicemail to commission, 12. Meeting Calendar, 13. Email from Ken Jung on Ohlone Greenway, 14. Curb Management from Environment and Climate Commission, 16. Workplan.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-disability
POLICE CCOUNTABILITY BOARD at 6:30 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: In-Person: 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82653396072
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 826 5339 6072
AGENDA: 3. Public comment on agenda and non-agenda items, 5. Training: Assessing and Monitoring the Performance and Compliance of Police Departments (1 hour) a. Presentation on the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA), b. Presentation on the NYU School of Law’s Policing Project’s Sound, Accountable, Just and Effective (SAJR) Policing Assessment for Police Departments, 6. OPDA Staff Report, 7. PAB Reports, 8. BPD Chief Report, 9. Subcommittee, 10. New Business, recap of Strategic Planning Session Recap, b. Follow-up of BPD MOU with other agencies, 11. Public Comment, Closed session.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
PARKS, RECREATION, and WATERFRONT COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 2800 Park, Francis Albrier Community Center
AGENDA: 9. Director’s Report on Parks, Waterfront, Capital, Budget, 10. Presentation on Upcoming Waterfront Parking Study, 11. Discussion/Action on new developments adjacent (2136 San Pablo) to public parks/open space, 12. Proposed updates to Berth Fee Waiver Resolution, 13. FY 2025-2026 PRW Capital Projects submittals.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/parks-recreation-and-waterfront-commission
HOUSING ADVISORY COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. Update on the Arts and Housing Subcommittee, 7. Update and Possible Action on Annual Action Plan for Federal Program Year 2024 (FY 2025), 8. Update and possible Action on CDBG (Block Grants) Subcommittee Funding Recommendations, 9. Update and possible action on Subcommittee appointments to Housing Trust Fund, Public Facilities Improvements, Arts and Housing.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/housing-advisory-commission
HOMELESS SERVICES PANEL of EXPERTS at 7 pm
In-Person: 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Gooseberry Room
AGENDA: 6. Discussion of the FY 2025 – 2028 Community Agency Funding Process
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/homeless-services-panel-experts
Thursday, March 14, 2024
ZONING ADJUSTMENTS BOARD at 7 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88978857194
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 or 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 889 7885 7194
AGENDA: All projects listed as on consent
2. 1328 Sixth Street – UP #ZP2023-0137 modify UP#A2333/MOD and UP#A9990 - add 315 sq ft to outdoor dining with alcoholic beverage service at an existing full service restaurant
3. 2945 College - UP #ZP2023-0152 – establish a wine bar with on-site wine service, retail sales of wine and books and incidental food service
4. 2833 Seventh Street – UP #ZP2023-0123 – convert a 1, 024 sq ft 2-story commercial unit to a residential dwelling unit, for a total of 5 dwelling units on a mixed-use lot
Action: DRC Subcommittee Report elections
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zoning-adjustments-board
Friday, March 15, 2024 – Reduced Service Day
LIVE OAKS LAUGHS COMEDY SHOW from 7:30 – 9:30 pm
Location: 1301 Shattuck, Live Oak Community Center
Doors open at 7:30 pm Show Starts at 8 pm
Pre-registration highly recommended, cost $20/person
Comedians: Terry Dorsey, Jeff Applebaum, Rudy Ortiz
Parents Night Out: Drop-off 6:30 – 9 pm, pick-up by 10 pm for children ages 5 – 13, $20/child pre-registration required
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/live-oak-laughs-comedy-show
CLIMATE EMERGENCY MOBILIZATION TASK FORCE
VIRTUAL SUMMIT SERIES from 9 am – 12 pm
RSVP for ZOOM link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/climate-the-prison-industrial-complex-registration-656311644797
AGENDA: Climate & the Prison Industrial Complex, Online event is free, donations appreciated
https://www.cemtf.org/site/events
Saturday, March 16, 2024
3rd SATURDAY SHORELINE CLEANUP from 9 – 11 am
Location: at 160 University, Shoreline Park Nature Center
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/3rd-saturday-shoreline-cleanup-4
TSUNAMI READINESS WORKSHOP from 11 am – 12 pm
Location: at 200 Marina Blvd, Double Tree Hotel, California Room
AGENDA: Preparation for and mitigation of Tsunami risk, Preview of tsunami section of draft 2024 Local Hazard Mitigation Plan
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/tsunami-readiness-workshop
Sunday, March 17, 2024 – no City meetings or events found
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AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm on Tuesday, March 12, 2024
DRAFT AGENDA for March 26, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 1st Floor – Cypress Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1609957015
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 995 7015
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
URGENT ITEM NOT AGGENDIZED
Wengraf & Hahn, co-sponsors Taplin, Arreguin – Budget referral $150,000 for traffic control measures surrounding Cragmont Elementary School
AGENDA on CONSENT:
- Numainville, City Clerk – Minutes for approval
- Radu, CM office – Amend Contract 32200202 add up to $975,756 total $4,872,158 with Shree Jalasai Lodging, LP for 1461 University for purpose of extending the interim noncongregate shelter program on a month to month basis for no longer than 6 months
- Radu, CM office –Contract Housing Consortium of the East Bay (HCEB) to operate shelter at the Rodeway Inn
- Oyekanmi, Finance – Amend Contract 31900162 with Pride Industries for Janitorial Services through 6/30/2025
- Oyekanmi, Finance – Amend Contract 32000060 with Toshiba for Multi-function Devices thru 9/15/2025
- Oyekanmi, Finance – Amend Contract 32400009 add $50,000 with Stella Courier for Satellite Mall Services/Mail Room coverage
- Sprague, Fire – Contract $275,000 over 2-year period with Marina Landscape for Wildfire Safe Model Garden Construction at Firehouse #4
- Ernst, HHCS – Amend Contract 32400033 add $50,000 total $200,000 and extend 1/15/2025 with Strategic Economics for Affordable Housing Requirements Economic Feasibility Analysis
- Ernst, HHCS – Amend Contract 31900225 add $15,300 total $2,873,947 with Lifelong Medical Care to fund No Place Like Home (NPLH) supportive services at Maudelle Miller Shirek
- Ernst, HHCS – Amend Contract add $50,000 total $100,000 with The Labor Compliance Managers for Labor Standards Enforcement Services.
- Bustamante, HHCS – Contract $30,000 with Dr. Gail Newel for Health Officer services when the City Health Officer is out of the office (backup) from 5/1/2024 – 5/1/2025
- Ferris, Parks – Amend Contract 32400015 add $303,000 total $350,000 with California Consulting for on-call grant writing services
- Murray, Public Works – FY 2025 Street Lighting Assessments initiating proceedings
- Murray, Public Works – Purchase Order Extensions for equipment, parts and services through 1/30/2025: 1. PO with Golden State Emergency for Fire vehicles repairs add $500,000 total $800,437.50, 2. PO with Pape Machinery add $375,000 total $666,697.50, 3. PO with City Auto Supply add $250 total $432,447.50, 4. PO Fleetwash, Inc. add $200,000 toal $372,615, 5. PO with Coast Counties Truck & Equipment C, add $225,000 total $351,730, 6. PO with Arata Equipment Co add $210,000 total $320,180, 7. PO with TEC of California add $200,000 total $305,000, 8. PO with Future ford of Concord add $205,000 total $300,000, 9. PO with Acme Rigging & Supply Company, In. add $200,000 total $285,995, 10. PO with Western Truck $260,000, 11. PO with Southern Counties Lubricants LLC add $175,000 total $238,500, 12. PO with McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing Co add $150,000 total $200,000, 13. PO with California Covers add $60,000 total $110,881.01, 14. PO with berry Brothers add $15,000 total $50,000
- Disaster and Fire Safety Commission – Use Measure FF to Support Understory Mitigation for one-time eucalyptus understory cleanups on select participating private properties
- Human Welfare and Community Action Commission – Confirm Cheryl Atkinson District 1 as an elected representative of the poor
- Community Health Commission – Response to Council referral Long Term Care Facility Oversight (1) refer to CM and budget process the establishment of an enhanced Ombudsperson program for oversight of SNF and Residential Care Facilities for the Elderly and (2) early implementation of Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) proposal for minimum staffing levels ahead of the 3-year period proposed by CMS
- Hahn, co-sponsors Wengraf, Taplin, Humbert – Budget referral $200,000 for study and implementation of traffic control measures on upper Marin to address urgent safety needs for pedestrians
- Wengraf – Proclamation for Holocaust Remembrance Day,
- Wengraf – Relinquishment of Council Office Budget Funds for 2024 Virtual Holocaust Remembrance Day Program not to exceed $500 per member
- Klein, Planning – Zoning Amendments
- a. Ernst, HHCS - Dissolution of the Human Welfare and Community Action Commission and the Peace and Justice Commission and the establishment of the Human Welfare, Peace and Justice Commission, b. Ernst, HHCS - Reform the Human Welfare and Community Action Commission (NO DESCRIPTION IS INCLUDED IN THE PACKET)
- Friedrichsen, Budget Manager - FY 2024 Mid-Year Budget Update
- Homeless Services Panel of Experts – Two consecutive meetings canceled for lack of quorum
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for Regular 6 pm Meeting on Tuesday, March 12, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1602817302
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 281 7302
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
- Klein, Planning – 2nd reading Zoning Amendments
- Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations total $3,676,000, Civic Center Park Upper Plaza Improvements $1,676,000, Gun Violence Intervention and Prevention $2,000,000
- Davidson, HHCS – Grant Application Affordable Housing and Sustainable Communities (AHSC) Infrastructure in connection with the proposed North Berkeley BART (NBB) BRIDGE Phase 1 Project. 1. Grant Application for award amount of up to $50 million, 2. Authorize CM to accept grant if awarded up to $5.8 million for transportation improvements
- Davidson, HHCS – Application for Prohousing Incentive Program Funds $1,250,000
- Kouyoumdjian, HR – Amend Contract #8392 with Innovative Clam Solutions authorizing third-party administration of Worker’s Compensation claims through 6/30/2026 TOTAL CONTRACT $9,202,243
- Kouyoumdjian, HR – Amend Contract No. 32400083 with WBCP, Inc Recruitment Agency total $350,000 (does not include original contract amount or dates) 10/2/2023 – 6/30/2026
- Kouyoumdjian, HR – Salary Adjustments: Electrical Supervisor and Communications Supervisor adjust three steps $62.8856 per hour to $66.6047 per hour effective 3/12/2024
- Kouyoumdjian, HR – Align Training and Certification Differentials for Deputy Police Chief and Police Chief with Differentials for Berkeley Police Association Members
- Ferris, Parks - Grant Application $50,000: Firehouse Subs Foundation for Polaris all-terrain vehicle (ATV) for Berkeley Echo Lake Camp
- Murray, Public Works – Lease Agreement: 5 year lease retroactively on May 1, 2023 Dorothy Day House d.b.a. Dorothy’s Closet to use and occupy 2425 a Channing inside the Telegraph-Channing Mall and Garage
- Human Welfare and Community Action Commission – Filling Vacancies Among the Elected Representative of the Poor confirming Catherine Huchting (District 3) and Maria Sol (District 1)
- Kesarwani, co-sponsor Wengraf, Taplin, Humbert – Budget Referral FY 2024 – 2025 $160,000 to renovate existing bathroom at James Kenney Community Center to be ADA compliant and permanently accessible to the general public
- Taplin , co-sponsor Hahn– Vision 2050 Community Engagement Expansion to authorize the City Manager to expand the scope of the Vision 2050 Complete Streets Parcel Tax Community Engagement and Program Plan in the FY 2024 Budget to consider addition revenue sources (1) potential ballot referenda for an increase to Berkeley’s Parks Tax and/or (2) renewing the Measure P Real Property Transfer Tax beyond 2028 – moved to consent – (city attorney office wants additional time to review send to author to modify review for attorney)
- Hahn – Creating SHARE BERKELEY – A Berkeley Public Library Share Hub for Access, Resilience, and Equity, (vast expansion of tool lending library into wide variety of lending options) – moved to consent Library Director supports item
- Wengraf, co-sponsor Hahn – Opposition to AT&T Applications: Relief of “Carrier of Last Resort” letter to CPUC expressing opposition to AT&T proposal to discontinue being the default landline phone provider and to reject AT&T’s application to end traditional landline service in all areas until reliable broadband cellular coverage is available
INFORMATION ITEMS:
- Cardwell, City Manager’s Office – Staff Shortages: City Services Constrained by Staff Retention challenges and Delayed Hiring Audit Status Report
- Sent to FITES then to Budget - Environment and Climate Commission – Develop Curb Management Plan (the Environment and Climate Commission passed a referral to the Transportation and Infrastructure Commission to develop a street parking plan that would include handicapped parking and did NOT include in the motion to include the Commission on Disability in evaluating handicapped parking needs – though it is listed in the document to council. The referral from one commission to another needs to be approved by council)
- Scheduled for May 7 to be reviewed by the City Attorney in the interim at the request of the City Attorney - Taplin, co-sponsor Wengraf, Humbert - Relationship Nondiscrimination Ordinance amending BMC to include non-discrimination protections based on family and relationship structure. – issues raised by Hahn to city attorney number of people who can live in an apartment, what does the right imply, suggested to go to policy committee health life and have city attorney to full evaluation,
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for Regular 6 pm Meeting on Tuesday, March 19, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1618484137
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 848 4137
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CEREMONIAL CALENDAR:
AC Transit Presentation
AGENDA on CONSENT:
- Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations $120,000 payroll audit
- Louis, Police – Amend Contract No. 32200150 add $45,000 total $150,000 with Range Maintenance Services LLC for Indoor range cleaning services and extend from 1/8/2024 to 12/1/2028
- Murray, Public Works - Amend Contract No. 108090-1 add $3,865,300 total $12,790,172 with IPS Group, Inc. for Parking Management System, Parking Meter Maintenance and Conversion to Pay-by-Plate Pay Stations, and extend from 6/30/2024 – 6/30/2026
- Murray, Public Works - Amend Contract No.115731-1 add $919,815 total $2,915,355 with SKIDATA, Inc (formerly Sentry Control Systems) for extending parking access and revenue control maintenance services and warranties for equipment nearing the end of its useful life in the City’s three parking garages (Oxford, Center and Telegraph Channing) and extend by 2 years to 6/30/2026
- Murray, Public Works – Grant Application up to $6,000,000 GRO-23-606 to California Energy Commission (CEC) for Charging Infrastructure for Government Fleets. If approved requires 30% match and all work to be completed by 6/30/2028
- REMOVED BY CITY MANAGER – COMING BACK ON MARCH 26 AGENDA
- Murray, Public Works – Purchase Order $665,000 with Owen Equipment Safes for one combination storm sewer cleaner, Contract #101221-VTR
- Arreguin – Appoint Councilmember Wengraf to represent City of Berkeley to East Bbay Hills Wildfire Prevention Coordinating Group, Councilmember Humbert as the Alternate revision added.
- Murray, Public Works – Adoption of a Master License Agreement Template for the Non-Exclusive Installation of Small Cell Telecommunications Facilities on City Owned and Maintained Streetlight Poles in the Public Right-of-Way
- Radu, CM Office - Audit Status Report Response: Code Enforcements Resources Significantly Restrained and Improvements needed in Case Management and Oversight
- Klein, Planning - LPO NOD: 2144 Shattuck
- Klein, Planning - LPO NOD: 2274 Shattuck
- Murray, Public Works – Audit Status Reports: Fleet Replacement Fund Short Millions & Rocky Road: Berkeley Street At Risk and Significantly Underfunded (packet272 pages)
DISPOSITION OF ITEMS REMOVED from DRAFT AGENDA:
- Withdrawn by Arreguin – Sole Source Contract Waiver for Creation of Equitable Black Berkeley Surviving Entity, Adopt resolution that supports efforts to implement the Equitable Black Berkeley Initiative by: 1. Approving sole source procurement on the basis of BDO US, P.C. being the only viable vendor, 2. Approving the contract with BDO US, P.C. $600,000, 3. Accepting grant funding up to $660,000 to cover the cost plus 10% administrative fee paid to the City of Berkeley for administering the contract
- REMOVED BY CITY MANAGER – COMING BACK ON MARCH 26 AGENDA - Murray, Public Works – Purchase Order Extension Authorizations for Critical Vendors of Equipment Parts and Services for Multiple Departments total $4,135,803.51, 1. Golden State Emergency Vehicle for Fire vehicle repairs $800.437.50, 2. Pape Machinery, Inc. for heavy equipment parts and repairs $666,667.50. 3. City Auto Supply for vehicle parts $432,447.50, 4. Fleetwash, Inc for vehicle washing $372,615, 5. Coast Counties Truck & Equipment, Co. for heavy equipment parts $351,730, 6. Arata Equipment Company for Zero Waste vehicle parts $305,000, 7. TEC of California, Inc, for vehicle parts and accessories $305,000, 8. Future Ford of Concord for auto/truck parts and service $300,000,9. Acme Rigging & Supply Company, Inc. for wheel loader and heavy equipment $285,995, 10. Western Truck Center $260,000, 11. McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing Co. for Zero Waste Truck parts $200,000, 12. California Covers for upholstery services $110,881.01, 13. Berry Brothers for towing services $50,000
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LAND USE CALENDAR
2113-2115 Kittredge (California Theater) 6/4/2024
3000 Shattuck (construct 10-story mixed-use building) TBD
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
- March 12 at 4 pm - BPD Annual Report
- March 19 (ceremonial tentative) AC Transit: Update on the Durant Quick Build Project
- May 21 at 4 pm (tentative)Inclusionary Housing In-Lieu Fee Feasibility Study
- October 22 Draft Waterfront Specific Plan
UNSCHEDULED WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS
- Ashby BART Transit Oriented Development (TOD) Berkeley – El Cerrito Corridor Access Plan Presentation
- Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation
- Presentation on Homelessness/Re-Housing/Thousand-Person Plan (TBD regular agenda)
PREVIOUSLY LISTED WORKSESSIONS and SPECIAL MEETINGS REMOVED FROM LIST
- Fire Department Standards of Coverage & Community Risk Assessment
- May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report, Wildfire Prevention Plan https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-special-meeting-eagenda-may-16-2023-6-pm
- June 20 (WS) - Climate Action Plan & Resilience Update, Berkeley Economic Dashboards Update reports available https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas/city-council-2023-06-20
March 3 - March 10, 2024
Worth Noting:
The March 12, City Council meeting agenda with notes from Agenda Committee review follows the calendar of meetings and is available for comment.
Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 9am – 12 pm and 1 – 3 pm (lunch break from 12 – 1 pm) is the free preteen vaccine clinic for uninsured children up to 18.
Directions with links to ZOOM support for activating Closed Captioning and Save Transcript are at the bottom of this calendar.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, March 3, 2024 - no city meetings or events found
Monday, March 4, 2024
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1604436779
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 443 6779
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 3/19/2024 -- draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda below at the end of the list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Worksessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, REFERRED ITEMS FOR REVIEW: 8. a. Discussion and Possible Action on City Council Rules of Decorum, Procedural Rules and Remote Public Comments, b. Open Government Commission Referral to City Council on Public Comment, 9. City Council Legislative Systems Redesign 10. Harrison – Amends BMC 3.78 to Expand Eligibility Requirements for Representatives of the Poor to Serve on The Human Welfare and Community Action Commission, UNSCHEDULED ITEMS: 11. Modifications or Improvements to City Council Meeting Procedures, 12. Strengthening and Supporting City Commission: Guidance on Development of Legislative Proposals, 13. Discussion and Recommendations on the Continued Use of the Berkeley Online Engagement Portal COUNCIL REFERRALS and UNFINISHED BUSINESS: Dissolution of the Human Welfare and Community Action Commission (15 members) and the Peace and Justice Commission (15 members) and establishment of the Berkeley Community Action Agency Commission (9 members), (packet 458 pages)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
PEACE and JUSTICE COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: Discussion/Action Items: 8. Update on possible merger, 9. Update from Gaza Roundtable Subgroup, 10. Update November Roundtable on Fukushima Waste Water, 11. Ethnic Studies at Berkeley High School, 12. Presentation on Opposition to Funding of Fossil Fuels.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/peace-and-justice-commission
PERSONNEL BOARD at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1301 Shattuck, Live Oak Community Center, Fireside Room
AGENDA: V. Recommendation to Revise Job Class Specification – Camp Maintenance Mechanic, VI. Recommendation to Align Training and Certification Differentials for Deputy Police Chief and Police Chief with Differentials for Berkeley Police Association Members, VII. Recommendation to Extend Temporary Appointment of Principal Program Manager Shanalee Gallagher.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/personnel-board
SPEAKING UP for POINT MOLATE from 6 – 7 pm
Email [email protected] for zoom link
AGENDA: Sierra’s Club Bay Alive Campaign, the nature based adaptation to sea level rise to protect and preserve living shorelines.
Tuesday, March 5, 2024 – Ballot due by 8 pm
Ballot Due by 8 pm - https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/news/march-5-election-vote-mail-drop-box-or-vote-centers
PRETEEN VACCINE WEEK from 9 am – 3 pm (closed for lunch from 12 – 1 pm)
Location: at 1900 Sixth Street, West Berkeley Family Wellness Center
AGENDA: Free vaccines for children up to 18 years without insurance or whose insurance does not cover the cost of vaccines. (All insured children are not eligible to receive vaccines at the West Berkeley Family Wellness Center – call 510-981-5350 if you need help to determine eligibility)
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/preteen-vaccine-week-1
Wednesday, March 6, 2024
PRETEEN VACCINE WEEK from 9 am – 3 pm (closed for lunch from 12 – 1 pm)
Location: at 1900 Sixth Street, West Berkeley Family Wellness Center
AGENDA: Free vaccines for children up to 18 years without insurance or whose insurance does not cover the cost of vaccines. (All insured children are not eligible to receive vaccines at the West Berkeley Family Wellness Center – call 510-981-5350 if you need help to determine eligibility)
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/preteen-vaccine-week-1
BOARD of LIBRARY TRUSTEES (BOLT) at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 1125 University
AGENDA: II. Consent Calendar – FY 2024 Purchase authorization, III. A. Report on recruitment to fill BOLT vacancy
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
HUMAN WELFARE and COMMUNITY ACTION COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, Cypress Room
AGENDA: 2. Election of Low-income Commissioners, 3. RFP, 4. CA State Letter to BCAA RE: 45-day notice of Anticipated High-Risk Designation Based on the City of Berkeley Failure to Maintain Required CSBG Tripartite Board Structure and Failure to Administer Programs through Tripartite Board; Required response and corrective action due by March 18, 2024, 5. Review City of Berkeley funded agency Program and Financial reports a. Multicultural Institute program and financial reports, 6. Possible merger of HWCAC and Peace and Justice Commission, 7. Discussion Fire Marshall’s Report and implications, 8. Discussion on Public reverse Mortgage, 9. Difficulties of local residents attaining benefits from approved providers, 10. Hybrid meetings.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/human-welfare-and-community-action-commission
SOLANO-PERALTA PARK RIBBON CUTTING CEREMONY from 10:30 – 11:30 am
Location: at 1559 Solano
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/solano-peralta-park-ribbon-cutting-ceremony
GROVE PARK PLAYGROUND RIBBON CUTTING from 3 - 4 pm
Location: at 1730 Oregon
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/grove-park-playground-ribbon-cutting
PLANNING COMMISSION - canceled
Thursday, March 7, 2024
PRETEEN VACCINE WEEK from 9 am – 3 pm (closed for lunch from 12 – 1 pm)
Location: at 1900 Sixth Street, West Berkeley Family Wellness Center
AGENDA: Free vaccines for children up to 18 years without insurance or whose insurance does not cover the cost of vaccines. (All insured children are not eligible to receive vaccines at the West Berkeley Family Wellness Center – call 510-981-5350 if you need help to determine eligibility)
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/preteen-vaccine-week-1
CITY COUNCIL Closed Session at 3 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1607929123
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 792 9123
AGENDA: 1. Pending Litigation a. Ruegg & Ellsworth v. City of Berkeley Alameda County Superior Court No. RG18930003, 2. Conference with Labor Negotiators Employee Organizations: Berkeley Fire Fighters Association, Local 1227 I.A.F.F. Berkeley Fire Officers Association, Berkeley Police Association, SEIU 1021, Community Services and Part-time Recreation Activity Leaders, SEIU 1021 Maintenance and Clerical Public Employee Union Local 1, Unrepresented Employees.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
LANDMARKS PRESERVATION COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. 2955 Claremont – Advisory Referral for the John Muir School
7. 2613 San Pablo – Demolition Referral
8. 2733 San Pablo – Demolition Referral
9. Certified Local Government (CLG) Annual Report for the State Office of Historic Preservation
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/landmarks-preservation-commission
Friday, March 8, 2024 – reduced service day
Saturday, March 9, 2024
AQUATIC PARK TREE PLANTING: CELEBRATE CALIFORNIA ARBOR WEEK
Check-in at 9:15 am from 9:30 am – 12 pm
Location: at 80 Bolivar, use link to register
AGENDA: 9:15 am check-in, 9:30 am welcome, 10 am planting begins, 11:30 am lunch.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/aquatic-park-tree-planting-celebrate-california-arbor-week
BERKELEY NEIGHBORHOODS COUNCIL at 10 am
Videoconference:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/4223188307?pwd=dFlNMVlVZ2d6b0FnSHh3ZlFwV2NMdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171
Meeting ID: 422 318 8307 Passcode: 521161
AGENDA: Check later in the week for the agenda
https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/
Sunday, March 10, 2024 – no city meetings or events found
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AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
DRAFT AGENDA for March 19, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1604436779
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 443 6779
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
AGENDA on CONSENT:
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for Regular 6 pm Meeting on March 12, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1602817302
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 281 7302
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
INFORMATION ITEMS:
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LAND USE CALENDAR
2113-2115 Kittredge (California Theater) TBD
3000 Shattuck (construct 10-story mixed-use building) TBD
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WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
UNSCHEDULED WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS
PREVIOUSLY LISTED WORKSESSIONS and SPECIAL MEETINGS REMOVED FROM LIST
Worth Noting:
The March 12, City Council meeting agenda with notes from Agenda Committee review follows the calendar of meetings and is available for comment.
Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 9am – 12 pm and 1 – 3 pm (lunch break from 12 – 1 pm) is the free preteen vaccine clinic for uninsured children up to 18.
- Monday:
- At 2:30 pm the Agenda Committee meets in the hybrid format to finalize the March 19 draft agenda. Discuss Legislative Systems Redesign and public comment at City Council meetings.
- At 7 pm the Peace and Justice Commission meets in person,
- At 7 pm the Personnel Board meets in person.
- From 6 – 7 pm Speaking Up for Point Molate sponsors a presentation on the Sierra Club Alive Campaign.
- Tuesday – Primary election, turn in your ballots before 8 pm. If having problems https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/news/march-5-election-vote-mail-drop-box-or-vote-centers
- Wednesday –
- At 10:30 am is the Solano-Peralta Park Ribbon Cutting.
- At 3 pm is the Grove Park Playground Ribbon Cutting.
- At 6:30 pm the Board of Library Trustees meets in person.
- At 6:30 pm the Human Welfare and Community Action Commission meets in person.
- Thursday:
- At 3 pm the City Council meets in closed session in the hybrid format.
- At 6:30 pm the Landmarks Preservation Commission meets in person.
- Saturday:
- At 9:15 pm check in opens for the tree planting at Aquatic Park.
- At 10 am the Berkeley Neighborhoods Council meets by videoconference on ZOOM
Directions with links to ZOOM support for activating Closed Captioning and Save Transcript are at the bottom of this calendar.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, March 3, 2024 - no city meetings or events found
Monday, March 4, 2024
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1604436779
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 443 6779
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 3/19/2024 -- draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda below at the end of the list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Worksessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, REFERRED ITEMS FOR REVIEW: 8. a. Discussion and Possible Action on City Council Rules of Decorum, Procedural Rules and Remote Public Comments, b. Open Government Commission Referral to City Council on Public Comment, 9. City Council Legislative Systems Redesign 10. Harrison – Amends BMC 3.78 to Expand Eligibility Requirements for Representatives of the Poor to Serve on The Human Welfare and Community Action Commission, UNSCHEDULED ITEMS: 11. Modifications or Improvements to City Council Meeting Procedures, 12. Strengthening and Supporting City Commission: Guidance on Development of Legislative Proposals, 13. Discussion and Recommendations on the Continued Use of the Berkeley Online Engagement Portal COUNCIL REFERRALS and UNFINISHED BUSINESS: Dissolution of the Human Welfare and Community Action Commission (15 members) and the Peace and Justice Commission (15 members) and establishment of the Berkeley Community Action Agency Commission (9 members), (packet 458 pages)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
PEACE and JUSTICE COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: Discussion/Action Items: 8. Update on possible merger, 9. Update from Gaza Roundtable Subgroup, 10. Update November Roundtable on Fukushima Waste Water, 11. Ethnic Studies at Berkeley High School, 12. Presentation on Opposition to Funding of Fossil Fuels.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/peace-and-justice-commission
PERSONNEL BOARD at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1301 Shattuck, Live Oak Community Center, Fireside Room
AGENDA: V. Recommendation to Revise Job Class Specification – Camp Maintenance Mechanic, VI. Recommendation to Align Training and Certification Differentials for Deputy Police Chief and Police Chief with Differentials for Berkeley Police Association Members, VII. Recommendation to Extend Temporary Appointment of Principal Program Manager Shanalee Gallagher.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/personnel-board
SPEAKING UP for POINT MOLATE from 6 – 7 pm
Email [email protected] for zoom link
AGENDA: Sierra’s Club Bay Alive Campaign, the nature based adaptation to sea level rise to protect and preserve living shorelines.
Tuesday, March 5, 2024 – Ballot due by 8 pm
Ballot Due by 8 pm - https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/news/march-5-election-vote-mail-drop-box-or-vote-centers
PRETEEN VACCINE WEEK from 9 am – 3 pm (closed for lunch from 12 – 1 pm)
Location: at 1900 Sixth Street, West Berkeley Family Wellness Center
AGENDA: Free vaccines for children up to 18 years without insurance or whose insurance does not cover the cost of vaccines. (All insured children are not eligible to receive vaccines at the West Berkeley Family Wellness Center – call 510-981-5350 if you need help to determine eligibility)
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/preteen-vaccine-week-1
Wednesday, March 6, 2024
PRETEEN VACCINE WEEK from 9 am – 3 pm (closed for lunch from 12 – 1 pm)
Location: at 1900 Sixth Street, West Berkeley Family Wellness Center
AGENDA: Free vaccines for children up to 18 years without insurance or whose insurance does not cover the cost of vaccines. (All insured children are not eligible to receive vaccines at the West Berkeley Family Wellness Center – call 510-981-5350 if you need help to determine eligibility)
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/preteen-vaccine-week-1
BOARD of LIBRARY TRUSTEES (BOLT) at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 1125 University
AGENDA: II. Consent Calendar – FY 2024 Purchase authorization, III. A. Report on recruitment to fill BOLT vacancy
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
HUMAN WELFARE and COMMUNITY ACTION COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, Cypress Room
AGENDA: 2. Election of Low-income Commissioners, 3. RFP, 4. CA State Letter to BCAA RE: 45-day notice of Anticipated High-Risk Designation Based on the City of Berkeley Failure to Maintain Required CSBG Tripartite Board Structure and Failure to Administer Programs through Tripartite Board; Required response and corrective action due by March 18, 2024, 5. Review City of Berkeley funded agency Program and Financial reports a. Multicultural Institute program and financial reports, 6. Possible merger of HWCAC and Peace and Justice Commission, 7. Discussion Fire Marshall’s Report and implications, 8. Discussion on Public reverse Mortgage, 9. Difficulties of local residents attaining benefits from approved providers, 10. Hybrid meetings.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/human-welfare-and-community-action-commission
SOLANO-PERALTA PARK RIBBON CUTTING CEREMONY from 10:30 – 11:30 am
Location: at 1559 Solano
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/solano-peralta-park-ribbon-cutting-ceremony
GROVE PARK PLAYGROUND RIBBON CUTTING from 3 - 4 pm
Location: at 1730 Oregon
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/grove-park-playground-ribbon-cutting
PLANNING COMMISSION - canceled
Thursday, March 7, 2024
PRETEEN VACCINE WEEK from 9 am – 3 pm (closed for lunch from 12 – 1 pm)
Location: at 1900 Sixth Street, West Berkeley Family Wellness Center
AGENDA: Free vaccines for children up to 18 years without insurance or whose insurance does not cover the cost of vaccines. (All insured children are not eligible to receive vaccines at the West Berkeley Family Wellness Center – call 510-981-5350 if you need help to determine eligibility)
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/preteen-vaccine-week-1
CITY COUNCIL Closed Session at 3 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1607929123
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 792 9123
AGENDA: 1. Pending Litigation a. Ruegg & Ellsworth v. City of Berkeley Alameda County Superior Court No. RG18930003, 2. Conference with Labor Negotiators Employee Organizations: Berkeley Fire Fighters Association, Local 1227 I.A.F.F. Berkeley Fire Officers Association, Berkeley Police Association, SEIU 1021, Community Services and Part-time Recreation Activity Leaders, SEIU 1021 Maintenance and Clerical Public Employee Union Local 1, Unrepresented Employees.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
LANDMARKS PRESERVATION COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. 2955 Claremont – Advisory Referral for the John Muir School
7. 2613 San Pablo – Demolition Referral
8. 2733 San Pablo – Demolition Referral
9. Certified Local Government (CLG) Annual Report for the State Office of Historic Preservation
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/landmarks-preservation-commission
Friday, March 8, 2024 – reduced service day
Saturday, March 9, 2024
AQUATIC PARK TREE PLANTING: CELEBRATE CALIFORNIA ARBOR WEEK
Check-in at 9:15 am from 9:30 am – 12 pm
Location: at 80 Bolivar, use link to register
AGENDA: 9:15 am check-in, 9:30 am welcome, 10 am planting begins, 11:30 am lunch.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/aquatic-park-tree-planting-celebrate-california-arbor-week
BERKELEY NEIGHBORHOODS COUNCIL at 10 am
Videoconference:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/4223188307?pwd=dFlNMVlVZ2d6b0FnSHh3ZlFwV2NMdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171
Meeting ID: 422 318 8307 Passcode: 521161
AGENDA: Check later in the week for the agenda
https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/
Sunday, March 10, 2024 – no city meetings or events found
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AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
DRAFT AGENDA for March 19, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1604436779
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 443 6779
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
AGENDA on CONSENT:
- Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations $120,000
- Louis, Police – Amend Contract No. 32200150 add $45,000 total $150,000 with Range Maintenance Services LLC for Indoor range cleaning services and extend from 1/8/2024 to 12/1/2028
- Murray, Public Works - Amend Contract No. 108090-1 add $3,865,300 total $12,79-,172 with IPS Group, Inc. for Parking Management System, Parking Meter Maintenance and Conversion to Pay-by-Plate Pay Stations, and extend from 6/30/2024 – 6/30/2026
- Murray, Public Works - Amend Contract No.115731-1 add $919,815 total $2,915,355 with SKIDATA, Inc (formerly Sentry Control Systems) for extending parking access and revenue control maintenance services and warranties for equipment nearing the end of its useful life in the City’s three parking garages (Oxford, Center and Telegraph Channing) and extend by 2 years to 6/30/2026
- Murray, Public Works – Grant Application GRO-23-606 to California Energy Commission (CEC) for Charging Infrastructure for Government Fleets
- Murray, Public Works – Purchase Order Extension Authorizations for Critical Vendors of Equipment Parts and Services for Multiple Departments total $4,135,803.51, 1. Golden State Emergency Vehicle for Fire vehicle repairs $800.437.50, 2. Pape Machinery, Inc. for heavy equipment parts and repairs $666,667.50. 3. City Auto Supply for vehicle parts $432,447.50, 4. Fleetwash, Inc for vehicle washing $372,615, 5. Coast Counties Truck & Equipment, Co. for heavy equipment parts $351,730, 6. Arata Equipment Company for Zero Waste vehicle parts $305,000, 7. TEC of California, Inc, for vehicle parts and accessories $305,000, 8. Future Ford of Concord for auto/truck parts and service $300,000,9. Acme Rigging & Supply Company, Inc. for wheel loader and heavy equipment $285,995, 10. Western Truck Center $260,000, 11. McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing Co. for Zero Waste Truck parts $200,000, 12. California Covers for upholstery services $110,881.01, 13. Berry Brothers for towing services $50,000
- Murray, Public Works – Purchase Order $665,000 with Owen Equipment Safes for one combination storm sewer cleaner, Contract #101221-VTR
- Arreguin – Appoint Councilmember Wengraf to represent City of Berkeley to East Bbay Hills Wildfire Prevention Coordinating Group, Councilmember Humbert as the Alternate
- Murray, Public Works – Adoption of a Master License Agreement Template for the Non-Exclusive Installation of Small Cell Telecommunications Facilities on City Owned and Maintained Streetlight Poles in the Public Right-of-Way
- Arreguin – Sole Source Contract Waiver for Creation of Equitable Black Berkeley Surviving Entity, Adopt resolution that supports efforts to implement the Equitable Black Berkeley Initiative by: 1. Approving sole source procurement on the basis of BDO US, P.C. being the only viable vendor, 2. Approving the contract with BDO US, P.C. $600,000, 3. Accepting grant funding up to $660,000 to cover the cost plus 10% administrative fee paid to the City of Berkeley for administering the contract
- Radu, CM Office - Audit Status Report Response: Code Enforcements Resources Significantly Restrained and Improvements needed in Case Management and Oversight
- Klein, Planning - LPO NOD: 2144 Shattuck
- Klein, Planning - LPO NOD: 2274 Shattuck
- Murray, Public Works – Audit Status Reports: Fleet Replacement Fund Short Millions & Rocky Road: Berkeley Street At Risk and Significantly Underfunded
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for Regular 6 pm Meeting on March 12, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1602817302
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 281 7302
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
- Klein, Planning – 2nd reading Zoning Amendments
- Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations total $3,676,000, Civic Center Park Upper Plaza Improvements $1,676,000, Gun Violence Intervention and Prevention $2,000,000
- Davidson, HHCS – Grant Application Affordable Housing and Sustainable Communities (AHSC) Infrastructure in connection with the proposed North Berkeley BART (NBB) BRIDGE Phase 1 Project. 1. Grant Application for award amount of up to $50 million, 2. Authorize CM to accept grant if awarded up to $5.8 million for transportation improvements
- Davidson, HHCS – Application for Prohousing Incentive Program Funds
- Kouyoumdjian, HR – Amend Contract #8392 with Innovative Clam Solutions authorizing third-party administration of Worker’s Compensation claims through 6/30/2026
- Kouyoumdjian, HR – Amend Contract No. 32400083 with WBCP, Inc Recruitment Agency total $350,000 (does not include original contract amount or dates) 10/2/2023 – 6/30/2026
- Kouyoumdjian, HR – Salary Adjustments: Electrical Supervisor and Communications Supervisor adjust three steps $62.8856 per hour to $66.6047 per hour effective 3/12/2024
- Kouyoumdjian, HR – Align Training and Certification Differentials for Deputy Police Chief and Police Chief with Differentials for Berkeley Police Association Members
- Ferris, Parks - Grant Application: Firehouse Subs Foundation for Polaris all-terrain vehicle (ATV) for Berkeley Echo Lake Camp
- Murray, Public Works – Lease Agreement: 5 year lease retroactively on May 1, 2023 Dorothy Day House d.b.a. Dorothy’s Closet to use and occupy 2425 a Channing inside the Telegraph-Channing Mall and Garage
- Human Welfare and Community Action Commission – Filling Vacancies Among the Elected Representative of the Poor confirming Catherine Huchting (District 3) and Maria Sol (District 1)
- Kesarwani, co-sponsor Wengraf, Taplin, Humbert – Budget Referral FY 2024 – 2025 $160,000 to renovate existing bathroom at James Kenney Community Center to be ADA compliant and permanently accessible to the general public
- Taplin , co-sponsor Hahn– Vision 2050 Community Engagement Expansion to authorize the City Manager to expand the scope of the Vision 2050 Complete Streets Parcel Tax Community Engagement and Program Plan in the FY 2024 Budget to consider addition revenue sources (1) potential ballot referenda for an increase to Berkeley’s Parks Tax and/or (2) renewing the Measure P Real Property Transfer Tax beyond 2028 – moved to consent – (city attorney office wants additional time to review send to author to modify review for attorney)
- Hahn – Creating SHARE BERKELEY – A Berkeley Public Library Share Hub for Access, Resilience, and Equity, (vast expansion of tool lending library into wide variety of lending options) – moved to consent Library Director supports item
- Wengraf , co-sponsor Hahn – Opposition to AT&T Applications: Relief of “Carrier of Last Resort” letter to CPUC expressing opposition to AT&T proposal to discontinue being the default landline phone provider and to reject AT&T’s application to end traditional landline service in all areas until reliable broadband cellular coverage is available
INFORMATION ITEMS:
- Cardwell, City Manager’s Office – Staff Shortages: City Services Constrained by Staff Retention challenges and Delayed Hiring Audit Status Report
- Sent to FITES then to Budget - Environment and Climate Commission – Develop Curb Management Plan (the Environment and Climate Commission passed a referral to the Transportation and Infrastructure Commission to develop a street parking plan that would include handicapped parking and did NOT include in the motion to include the Commission on Disability in evaluating handicapped parking needs – though it is listed in the document to council. The referral from one commission to another needs to be approved by council)
- Scheduled for May 7 to be reviewed by the City Attorney in the interim at the request of the City Attorney - Taplin, co-sponsor Wengraf, Humbert - Relationship Nondiscrimination Ordinance amending BMC to include non-discrimination protections based on family and relationship structure. – issues raised by Hahn to city attorney number of people who can live in an apartment, what does the right imply, suggested to go to policy committee health life and have city attorney to full evaluation,
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LAND USE CALENDAR
2113-2115 Kittredge (California Theater) TBD
3000 Shattuck (construct 10-story mixed-use building) TBD
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WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
- March 12 at 4 pm - BPD Annual Report
- March 19 (ceremonial tentative) AC Transit: Ipdate on the Durant Quick Build Project
- May 21 at 4 pm (tentative)Inclusionary Housing In-Lieu Fee Feasibility Study
UNSCHEDULED WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS
- Ashby BART Transit Oriented Development (TOD) Berkeley – El Cerrito Corridor Access Plan Presentation
- Draft Waterfront Specific Plan (October/November)
- Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation
- Presentation on Homelessness/Re-Housing/Thousand-Person Plan (TBD regular agenda)
PREVIOUSLY LISTED WORKSESSIONS and SPECIAL MEETINGS REMOVED FROM LIST
- Fire Department Standards of Coverage & Community Risk Assessment
- May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report, Wildfire Prevention Plan https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-special-meeting-eagenda-may-16-2023-6-pm
- June 20 (WS) - Climate Action Plan & Resilience Update, Berkeley Economic Dashboards Update reports available https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas/city-council-2023-06-20
February 25 - March 3, 2024
Worth Noting:
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, February 25, 2024 – no city meetings or events found
Monday, February 26, 2024
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1610853132
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 085 3132
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 3/12/2024 -- draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda below at the end of the list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Worksessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, REFERRED ITEMS FOR REVIEW: 8. a. Discussion and Possible Action on City Council Rules of Decorum, Procedural Rules and Remote Public Comments, b. Open Government Commission Referral to City Council on Public Comment, 9. Harrison – Amends BMC 3.78 to Expand Eligibility Requirements for Representatives of the The Poor to Serve on The Human Welfare and Community Action Commission, 10. City Council Legislative Systems Redesign. UNSCHEDULED ITEMS: 11. Modifications or Improvements to City Council Meeting Procedures, 12. Strengthening and Supporting City Commission: Guidance on Development of Legislative Proposals, 13. Discussion and Recommendations on the Continued Use of the Berkeley Online Engagement Portal COUNCIL REFERRALS and UNFINISHED BUSINESS: Disolution of the Human Welfare and Community Action Commission (15 members) and the Peace and Justice Commission (15 members) and establishment of the Berkeley Community Action Agency Commission (9 members), (packet 458 pages)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
Tuesday, February 27, 2024
CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 4:30 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1614329714
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 432 9714
AGENDA: 1 item: Berkeley Economic Dashboards Update. If you can’t attend check out the presentation document.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: a at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1614329714
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 432 9714
AGENDA: Use HTML to view a singular agenda item or two, use PDF to view the entire agenda packet.
https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-special-meeting-eagenda-february-28-2024
Wednesday, February 28, 2024
CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 10 am
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: a at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1611841954
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 184 1954
AGENDA: 1 item: Calling for Special Municipal Election for May 21, 2024 to fill the City Council District 4 Vacancy.
https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-special-meeting-eagenda-february-28-2024
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Russell, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library
AGENDA: b. Public Art Budget, e. Affordable Housing for artists Updates.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
DISASTER AND FIRE SAFETY COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 997 Cedar
AGENDA: FY 2024 – 2025 Budget Proposal (Staff) 6. Street Trauma Prevention, 7. Berkeley Traffic Planning.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/disaster-and-fire-safety-commission
ENVIRONMENT and CLIMATE at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 8. Workplan.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/environment-and-climate-commission
POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD at 6:30
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82653396072
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 826 5339 6072
AGENDA: NOT POSTED
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
Thursday, February 29, 2024
CELEBRATION of BLACK HISTORY at 6 pm
Register: https://ca-berkeley.civicrec.com/CA/berkeley-ca/catalog?filter=c2VhcmNoPTIzODY5MjE%3D
In-Person: at 2800 Park, Frances Albrier Community Center
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/celebration-black-history
MENTAL HEALTH COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Poppy Room
AGENDA: 3. Mental Health Manager’s Report and Caseload Statistics, 7. Revisit hybrid meetings.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/mental-health-commission
Saturday, March 2, 2024 - no city meetings or events found
Sunday, March 3, 2024 - no city meetings or events found
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AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
DRAFT AGENDA for March 12, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1610853132
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 085 3132
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for Regular 6 pm Meeting on February 27, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1614329714
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 432 9714
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.Minutes for approval
2.Fong, IT - Amend Contract No. 31900184 with Alcor Solutions, Inc. to expand services for intranet services
3.Fong, IT – Amend Contract No.105921-1 add $250,000 total $1,297,200 with TruePoint Solutions, LLC for professional services and extend to one year 6/1/2015 – 6/30/2025
4.Ferris, Parks – Accept donation $3,400 for memorial bench at Cesar Chavez Park in memory of Charlie Pollack
5.Ferris, Parks – Contract $1,500,000 over 3 years with West Coast Arborists, Inc. for Tree Removal and Pruning Services with option to renew for 2 additional years at $500,000 per year total $2,500,000
6.Klein, Planning - Contract $634,000 over 3 years with Rincon Consultants for Environmental Justice Element, Safety Element Update and Equitable Climate and Resilience Metrics
7.Klein, Planning – Amend Contract No. 32300057add $43,556 to new total $126,890 with Association for Energy Affordability for Pilot Climate Equity Fund and extend to 6/30/2025
8.Murray, Public Works – Accept Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant Program Equipment Voucher $174,290 2/13/2024 – 2/13/2026
9.Murray, Public Works – Contract (Specification No. 24-11529-C) $4,246,955 with JJR Construction Inc. for FY 2024 sidewalk repair project
10.Murray, Public Works – Contract (Specification No. 24-11621-C) $4,828,002 includes 10% contingency $438,909 with Bay Pacific Pipeline, In for Virginia, Russell, et al. Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Project
11.Murray, Public Works – Contract (Specification No. 24-11645-C) $465,187 includes 10% contingency $42,289 with Kolos Engineering, Inc. for Urgent Sewer Repair Project
12.Murray, Public Works – Reject Bids – FY 2023 Retaining Wall and Storm Drain Improvement Project Specification Nos. 23-11616-C & 11614-C
Council Consent Items:
13.Arreguin – Allocate $300,000 from General Fund to plan for future health care access for Berkeley residents (to study/identify/evaluate healthcare and hospital access over planned closure Alta Bates) 104 page documentation/report with agenda item
14.Bartlett – Referral to City Manager: Eminent Domain feasibility analysis for 2902 and 2908 Adeline and abandoned house on 1946 Russell
AGENDA on CONSENT:
15.ZAB Appeal - 2924 Russell Administrative Use Permit #ZP2023-0081to install an unenclosed hot tub in the rear yard
16.Klein, Planning – Zoning Amendments BMC Title 23 to streamline and clarify permitting process for small businesses in commercial districts, select manufacturing districts, residential BART mixed use (R-BMU) and residential Southside mixed use (R-SMU)
INFORMATION REPORTS:
17.Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 first quarter investment report ended 9/30/2023
18.Goel, HHCS – Receive State of Public Health in Berkeley Summary Report
19.LPO NOD: 2113-2115 Kittredge #LMSAP2022-0011
DISPOSITION OF ITEMS IN DRAFT AGENDA THAT WERE REMOVED FROM FINAL AGENDA:
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LAND USE CALENDAR
2924 Russell (install unenclosed hot tub) 2/27/2024
2113-2115 Kittredge (California Theater) TBD
3000 Shattuck (construct 10-story mixed-use building) TBD
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WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
Worth Noting:
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
- Monday, February 26, 2024: At 2:30 pm the Agenda Committee meets in the hybrid format to plan the agenda for the March 12 city council meeting.
- Tuesday, February 27, 2024: At 4:30 city council meets in the hybrid format to receive the Economic Dashboards Update followed by the regular council meeting at 6 pm.
- Wednesday, February 28, 2024:
- At 10 am the council meets in the hybrid format to establish the date for the District 4 Council election.
- At 6 pm the Civic arts Commission meets in person.
- At 6 pm the Environment and Climate Commission meets in person.
- At 6:30 pm the PAB meets in the hybrid format. No agenda is posted.
- At 7 pm the Disaster and Fire Commission meets in person.
- Thursday, February 29, 2024:
- At 6 pm the Berkeley Parks Department sponsors a Celebration of Black History at the Frances Albrier Center.
- At 7 pm the Mental Health Commission meets in person.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, February 25, 2024 – no city meetings or events found
Monday, February 26, 2024
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1610853132
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 085 3132
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 3/12/2024 -- draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda below at the end of the list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Worksessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, REFERRED ITEMS FOR REVIEW: 8. a. Discussion and Possible Action on City Council Rules of Decorum, Procedural Rules and Remote Public Comments, b. Open Government Commission Referral to City Council on Public Comment, 9. Harrison – Amends BMC 3.78 to Expand Eligibility Requirements for Representatives of the The Poor to Serve on The Human Welfare and Community Action Commission, 10. City Council Legislative Systems Redesign. UNSCHEDULED ITEMS: 11. Modifications or Improvements to City Council Meeting Procedures, 12. Strengthening and Supporting City Commission: Guidance on Development of Legislative Proposals, 13. Discussion and Recommendations on the Continued Use of the Berkeley Online Engagement Portal COUNCIL REFERRALS and UNFINISHED BUSINESS: Disolution of the Human Welfare and Community Action Commission (15 members) and the Peace and Justice Commission (15 members) and establishment of the Berkeley Community Action Agency Commission (9 members), (packet 458 pages)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
Tuesday, February 27, 2024
CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 4:30 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1614329714
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 432 9714
AGENDA: 1 item: Berkeley Economic Dashboards Update. If you can’t attend check out the presentation document.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: a at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1614329714
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 432 9714
AGENDA: Use HTML to view a singular agenda item or two, use PDF to view the entire agenda packet.
https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-special-meeting-eagenda-february-28-2024
Wednesday, February 28, 2024
CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 10 am
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: a at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1611841954
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 184 1954
AGENDA: 1 item: Calling for Special Municipal Election for May 21, 2024 to fill the City Council District 4 Vacancy.
https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-special-meeting-eagenda-february-28-2024
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Russell, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library
AGENDA: b. Public Art Budget, e. Affordable Housing for artists Updates.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
DISASTER AND FIRE SAFETY COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 997 Cedar
AGENDA: FY 2024 – 2025 Budget Proposal (Staff) 6. Street Trauma Prevention, 7. Berkeley Traffic Planning.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/disaster-and-fire-safety-commission
ENVIRONMENT and CLIMATE at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 8. Workplan.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/environment-and-climate-commission
POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD at 6:30
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82653396072
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 826 5339 6072
AGENDA: NOT POSTED
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
Thursday, February 29, 2024
CELEBRATION of BLACK HISTORY at 6 pm
Register: https://ca-berkeley.civicrec.com/CA/berkeley-ca/catalog?filter=c2VhcmNoPTIzODY5MjE%3D
In-Person: at 2800 Park, Frances Albrier Community Center
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/celebration-black-history
MENTAL HEALTH COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Poppy Room
AGENDA: 3. Mental Health Manager’s Report and Caseload Statistics, 7. Revisit hybrid meetings.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/mental-health-commission
Saturday, March 2, 2024 - no city meetings or events found
Sunday, March 3, 2024 - no city meetings or events found
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AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
DRAFT AGENDA for March 12, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1610853132
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 085 3132
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
- Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations
- Davidson, HHCS – Grant Application Affordable and Sustainable Communities Infrastructure in connection with the proposed North Berkeley BART (NBB) BRIDGE Phase 1 Project.
- Davidson, HHCS – Application for Prohousing Incentive Program Funds
- Kouyoumdjian, HR – Amend Contract #8392 with Innovative Clam Solutions authorizing third-party administration of Worker’s Compensation claims through 6/30/2026
- Kouyoumdjian, HR – Amend Contract No. 32400083 with WBCP, Inc Recruitment Agency total $350,000 (does not include original contract amount or dates) 10/2/2023 – 6/30/2026
- Kouyoumdjian, HR – Salary Adjustments: Electrical Supervisor and Communications Supervisor adjust three steps $62.8856 per hour to $66.6047 per hour effective 3/12/2024
- Kouyoumdjian, HR – Align Training and Certification Differentials for Deputy Police Chief and Police Chief with Differentials for Berkeley Police Association Members
- Ferris, Parks - Grant Application: Firehouse Subs Foundation for Polaris all-terrain vehicle (ATV) for Berkeley Echo Lake Camp
- Murray, Public Works – Lease Agreement: 5 year lease retroactively on May 1, 2023 Dorothy Day House d.b.a. Dorothy’s Closet to use and occupy 2425 a Channing inside the Telegraph-Channing Mall and Garage
- Environment and Climate Commission – Develop Curb Management Plan (the Environment and Climate Commission passed a referral to the Transportation and Infrastructure Commission to develop a street parking plan that would include handicapped parking and did NOT include in the motion to include the Commission on Disability in evaluating handicapped parking needs – the referral from one commission to another needs to be approved by council)
- Human Welfare and Community Action Commission – Filling Vacancies Among the Elected Representative of the Poor confirming Catherine Huchting (District 3) and Maria Sol (District 1)
- Kesarwani – Budget Referral FY 2024 – 2025 $160,000 to renovate existing bathroom at James Kenney Community Center to be ADA compliant and permanently accessible to the general public
- Wengraf – Opposition to AT&T Applications: Relief of “Carrier of Last Resort” letter to CPUC expressing opposition to AT&T proposal to discontinue being the default landline phone provider and to reject AT&T’s application to end traditional landline service in all areas until reliable broadband cellular coverage is available
- Taplin - Relationship Nondiscrimination Ordinance amending BMC to include non-discrimination protections based on family and relationship structure
- Taplin – Vision 2050 Community Engagement Expansion to authorize the City Manager to expand the scope of the the Vision 2050 Coplete Streets Parcel Tax Community Engagement and Program Plan in the FY 2024 Budget to consider addition revenue sources (1) potential ballot referenda for an increase to Berkeley’s Parks Tax and/or (2) renewing the Measure P Real Property Transfer Tax beyond 2028
- Hahn – Creating SHARE BERKELEY – A Berkeley Public Library Share Hub for Access, Resilience, and Equity, (vast expansion of tool lending library into wide variety of lending options)
- Cardwell, City Manager’s Office – Staff Shortages: City Services Constrained by Staff Retention challenges and Delayed Hiring Audit Status Report
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for Regular 6 pm Meeting on February 27, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1614329714
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 432 9714
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.Minutes for approval
2.Fong, IT - Amend Contract No. 31900184 with Alcor Solutions, Inc. to expand services for intranet services
3.Fong, IT – Amend Contract No.105921-1 add $250,000 total $1,297,200 with TruePoint Solutions, LLC for professional services and extend to one year 6/1/2015 – 6/30/2025
4.Ferris, Parks – Accept donation $3,400 for memorial bench at Cesar Chavez Park in memory of Charlie Pollack
5.Ferris, Parks – Contract $1,500,000 over 3 years with West Coast Arborists, Inc. for Tree Removal and Pruning Services with option to renew for 2 additional years at $500,000 per year total $2,500,000
6.Klein, Planning - Contract $634,000 over 3 years with Rincon Consultants for Environmental Justice Element, Safety Element Update and Equitable Climate and Resilience Metrics
7.Klein, Planning – Amend Contract No. 32300057add $43,556 to new total $126,890 with Association for Energy Affordability for Pilot Climate Equity Fund and extend to 6/30/2025
8.Murray, Public Works – Accept Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant Program Equipment Voucher $174,290 2/13/2024 – 2/13/2026
9.Murray, Public Works – Contract (Specification No. 24-11529-C) $4,246,955 with JJR Construction Inc. for FY 2024 sidewalk repair project
10.Murray, Public Works – Contract (Specification No. 24-11621-C) $4,828,002 includes 10% contingency $438,909 with Bay Pacific Pipeline, In for Virginia, Russell, et al. Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Project
11.Murray, Public Works – Contract (Specification No. 24-11645-C) $465,187 includes 10% contingency $42,289 with Kolos Engineering, Inc. for Urgent Sewer Repair Project
12.Murray, Public Works – Reject Bids – FY 2023 Retaining Wall and Storm Drain Improvement Project Specification Nos. 23-11616-C & 11614-C
Council Consent Items:
13.Arreguin – Allocate $300,000 from General Fund to plan for future health care access for Berkeley residents (to study/identify/evaluate healthcare and hospital access over planned closure Alta Bates) 104 page documentation/report with agenda item
14.Bartlett – Referral to City Manager: Eminent Domain feasibility analysis for 2902 and 2908 Adeline and abandoned house on 1946 Russell
AGENDA on CONSENT:
15.ZAB Appeal - 2924 Russell Administrative Use Permit #ZP2023-0081to install an unenclosed hot tub in the rear yard
16.Klein, Planning – Zoning Amendments BMC Title 23 to streamline and clarify permitting process for small businesses in commercial districts, select manufacturing districts, residential BART mixed use (R-BMU) and residential Southside mixed use (R-SMU)
INFORMATION REPORTS:
17.Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 first quarter investment report ended 9/30/2023
18.Goel, HHCS – Receive State of Public Health in Berkeley Summary Report
19.LPO NOD: 2113-2115 Kittredge #LMSAP2022-0011
DISPOSITION OF ITEMS IN DRAFT AGENDA THAT WERE REMOVED FROM FINAL AGENDA:
- Open Government Commission – Referral to Council – Proposed Changes to Public Comment (common sense recommendations) – held in Agenda and Rules Committee for review
- Murray, Public Works – Revised fees for public use of city-owned electric vehicle charging ports – removed by City Manager
- Klein, Planning – Proposed Amendments to the Building Emissions Saving Ordinance (BESO) – sent to Land Use Committee
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LAND USE CALENDAR
2924 Russell (install unenclosed hot tub) 2/27/2024
2113-2115 Kittredge (California Theater) TBD
3000 Shattuck (construct 10-story mixed-use building) TBD
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WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
- February 27 at 4:30 pm - Berkeley Economic Dashboards (OED)
- March 12 at 4 pm - BPD Annual Report
- Ashby BART Transit Oriented Development (TOD) Berkeley – El Cerrito Corridor Access Plan Presentation
- Inclusionary Housing In-Lieu Fee Feasibility Study
- Draft Waterfront Specific Plan (October/November)
- Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation
- Presentation on Homelessness/Re-Housing/Thousand-Person Plan (TBD regular agenda)
- Fire Department Standards of Coverage & Community Risk Assessment
- May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report, Wildfire Prevention Plan https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-special-meeting-eagenda-may-16-2023-6-pm
- June 20 (WS) - Climate Action Plan & Resilience Update, Berkeley Economic Dashboards Update reports available https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas/city-council-2023-06-20
February 18 - February 25, 2024
Worth Noting:
The only council meeting this week is a closed session. The council agenda for the February 27 regular meeting is available for comment. The planned 4:30 pm meeting on the 27th on Economic Dashboards is not yet posted. At the bottom of the final city council agenda is a new section Disposition of Items in Draft Agenda That Were Removed from Final Agenda to help keep track of what happened. Council committees are on hold until May 1, 2024.
To explore and register for all City sponsored recreation activities go to: https://ca-berkeley.civicrec.com/CA/berkeley-ca/catalog?filter=c2VhcmNoPTIzODY3NDE=
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
Directions with links to ZOOM support for activating Closed Captioning and Save Transcript, Save CHAT are at the bottom of this calendar.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, February 18, 2024 – no city meetings or events found – major storm predicted
Monday, February 19, 2024 – Presidents’ Day Holiday – major storm predicted
Tuesday, February 20, 2024
CITY COUNCIL Closed Session at 3 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1601602803
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 160 2803
AGENDA: 1. Conference with Real Property Negotiators 1423 Ward Street and 1401 Carleton Street, neighboring properties of the Santa Fe Right-of-Way, 2. Conference with Real Property Negotiators APN 060 238200301, Second Street, 3. Conference with Labor Negotiators Employee Organizations: Berkeley Fire Fighters Association, Local 1227 I.A.F.F. Berkeley Fire Officers Association, Berkeley Police Association, SEIU 1021, Community Services and Part-time Recreation Activity Leaders, SEIU 1021 Maintenance and Clerical Public Employee Union Local 1, Unrepresented Employees.
https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-closed-meeting-eagenda-february-20-2024
CIVIC ARTS PUBLIC ART Subcommittee at 3:30 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1613266548
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252
Meeting ID: 161 326 6548
AGENDA: 5. a. Immersive Arts Alliance Presentation, b. Public arts Budget
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
Wednesday, February 21, 2024
COMMISSION on AGING at 1:30 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: Presentation: 1. Report on growth trends in Berkeley’s Aging population and trends in spending on aging services, Commissioner reports: F/U on One Medical senior parking issues, 2. Discussion of opportunity for downsizing.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-aging
COMMISSION on the STATUS of WOMEN AT 7 PM
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 5. Presentation with Q&A on Women’s Economic Opportunity: Small Businesses and Credit Reporting by East Bay Community Law Center, 6. Presentation with Q&A on the War on DEI (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion), 9. Preliminary discussion on Sex Trafficking Recommendations.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-status-women
HUMAN WELFARE and COMMUNITY ACTION COMMISSION (HWCAC) at 6:30 pm
In-PERSON: 2180 Milvia
AGENDA: 2. FY 2025 – FY 2028 RFP, 3. Review CoB funded agency Program and Financial reports a. Multicultural Institute, 4. Proposed merger of HWCAC and Peace and Justice Commission, 5. Fire Marshall’s report, 6. Public reverse Mortgage, 7. Difficulty local residents attaining benefits from approved providers. 8. Hybrid meetings.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/human-welfare-and-community-action-commission
Thursday, February 22, 2024
COMMUNITY HEALTH COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 5. Plant-Based Food Public Health Promotion.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/community-health-commission
MENTAL HEALTH COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Poppy
AGENDA: 3. Mental Health Manager’s Report and Caseload Statistics, 7. Revisit to make commissions hybrid.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/mental-health-commission
ZONING ADJUSTMENT BOARD at 7 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84070081807
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 849 7008 1807
AGENDA: all projects are on consent
2. 1287 Gillman – Use Permit #ZP2023-0122 – establish a wine bar
3. 1205 Kains – Use Permit #ZP2023-0102 – Residential addition lift dwelling by 18 inches and move dwelling back 3 feet 3 inches toward eastern boundary and construct 3rd floor balcny
4. 1330 Haskell – Use Permit #ZP2023-0112 – demolish 1257 sq ft duplex and construct two detached two story single-family dwellings, new front house 2002 sq ft, height 23 ft 9 in, rear house 2017 sq ft, height 23 ft 6 in, one parking space
5. 1340 Haskell – Use Permit #ZP2023-0113 – demolish one 1908 sq ft single family dwelling and construct two detached two story single-family dwellings, new front house 4037 sq ft, height 23 ft, rear house 4037 sq ft, 24 ft 1.5 in, two off street parking spaces
6. 2901-2903 Deakin – Use Permit #ZP2023-0074 – lift existing duplex 10 ft 6 in for total height 23 ft 8 in to create new 1st floor and 8th bedroom.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zoning-adjustments-board
MOVE YA BODY! FREE DANCE FITNESS SERIES from 4:30 – 5:30 pm
Use link to register, two sessions left in series, Feb 22 and Feb 29
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/move-ya-body-free-dance-fitness-series-1
Friday, February 23, 2024 – no city meetings or events found
Saturday, February 24, 2024
YOGA and HARP for the SOUL from 3:30 - 5:30 pm
Fee $63, use link to register
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/yoga-and-harp-soul
Sunday, February 25, 2024 – no city meetings or events found
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for Regular 6 pm Meeting on February 27, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1614329714
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 432 9714
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.Minutes for approval
2.Fong, IT - Amend Contract No. 31900184 with Alcor Solutions, Inc. to expand services for intranet services
3.Fong, IT – Amend Contract No.105921-1 add $250,000 total $1,297,200 with TruePoint Solutions, LLC for professional services and extend to one year 6/1/2015 – 6/30/2025
4.Ferris, Parks – Accept donation $3,400 for memorial bench at Cesar Chavez Park in memory of Charlie Pollack
5.Ferris, Parks – Contract $1,500,000 over 3 years with West Coast Arborists, Inc. for Tree Removal and Pruning Services with option to renew for 2 additional years at $500,000 per year total $2,500,000
6.Klein, Planning - Contract $634,000 over 3 years with Rincon Consultants for Environmental Justice Element, Safety Element Update and Equitable Climate and Resilience Metrics
7.Klein, Planning – Amend Contract No. 32300057add $43,556 to new total $126,890 with Association for Energy Affordability for Pilot Climate Equity Fund and extend to 6/30/2025
8.Murray, Public Works – Accept Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant Program Equipment Voucher $174,290 2/13/2024 – 2/13/2026
9.Murray, Public Works – Contract (Specification No. 24-11529-C) $4,246,955 with JJR Construction Inc. for FY 2024 sidewalk repair project
10.Murray, Public Works – Contract (Specification No. 24-11621-C) $4,828,002 includes 10% contingency $438,909 with Bay Pacific Pipeline, In for Virginia, Russell, et al. Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Project
11.Murray, Public Works – Contract (Specification No. 24-11645-C) $465,187 includes 10% contingency $42,289 with Kolos Engineering, Inc. for Urgent Sewer Repair Project
12.Murray, Public Works – Reject Bids – FY 2023 Retaining Wall and Storm Drain Improvement Project Specification Nos. 23-11616-C & 11614-C
Council Consent Items:
13.Arreguin – Allocate $300,000 from General Fund to plan for future health care access for Berkeley residents (to study/identify/evaluate healthcare and hospital access over planned closure Alta Bates) 104 page documentation/report with agenda item
14.Bartlett – Referral to City Manager: Eminent Domain feasibility analysis for 2902 and 2908 Adeline and abandoned house on 1946 Russell
AGENDA on CONSENT:
15.ZAB Appeal - 2924 Russell Administrative Use Permit #ZP2023-0081to install an unenclosed hot tub in the rear yard
16.Klein, Planning – Zoning Amendments BMC Title 23 to streamline and clarify permitting process for small businesses in commercial districts, select manufacturing districts, residential BART mixed use (R-BMU) and residential Southside mixed use (R-SMU)
INFORMATION REPORTS:
17.Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 first quarter investment report ended 9/30/2023
18.Goel, HHCS – Receive State of Public Health in Berkeley Summary Report
19.LPO NOD: 2113-2115 Kittredge #LMSAP2022-0011
DISPOSITION OF ITEMS IN DRAFT AGENDA THAT WERE REMOVED FROM FINAL AGENDA:
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WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
Worth Noting:
The only council meeting this week is a closed session. The council agenda for the February 27 regular meeting is available for comment. The planned 4:30 pm meeting on the 27th on Economic Dashboards is not yet posted. At the bottom of the final city council agenda is a new section Disposition of Items in Draft Agenda That Were Removed from Final Agenda to help keep track of what happened. Council committees are on hold until May 1, 2024.
- Tuesday, February 20, 2024:
- At 3 pm is the council closed session.
- At 3:30 pm is the Public Art Subcommittee meets online.
- Wednesday, February 21, 2024:
- At 1:30 pm the Commission on Aging meets in person.
- At 6:30 pm the Human Welfare and Community Action Commission meets in person.
- At 7 pm the Commission on the Status of Women meets in person.
- Thursday, February 22, 2024:
- At 6:30 pm the Community Health Commission meets in person.
- At 7 pm the Mental Health Commission meets in person.
- At 7 pm the Zoning Adjustment Board meets in the hybrid format with all projects listed as on consent.
To explore and register for all City sponsored recreation activities go to: https://ca-berkeley.civicrec.com/CA/berkeley-ca/catalog?filter=c2VhcmNoPTIzODY3NDE=
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
Directions with links to ZOOM support for activating Closed Captioning and Save Transcript, Save CHAT are at the bottom of this calendar.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, February 18, 2024 – no city meetings or events found – major storm predicted
Monday, February 19, 2024 – Presidents’ Day Holiday – major storm predicted
Tuesday, February 20, 2024
CITY COUNCIL Closed Session at 3 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1601602803
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 160 2803
AGENDA: 1. Conference with Real Property Negotiators 1423 Ward Street and 1401 Carleton Street, neighboring properties of the Santa Fe Right-of-Way, 2. Conference with Real Property Negotiators APN 060 238200301, Second Street, 3. Conference with Labor Negotiators Employee Organizations: Berkeley Fire Fighters Association, Local 1227 I.A.F.F. Berkeley Fire Officers Association, Berkeley Police Association, SEIU 1021, Community Services and Part-time Recreation Activity Leaders, SEIU 1021 Maintenance and Clerical Public Employee Union Local 1, Unrepresented Employees.
https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-closed-meeting-eagenda-february-20-2024
CIVIC ARTS PUBLIC ART Subcommittee at 3:30 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1613266548
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252
Meeting ID: 161 326 6548
AGENDA: 5. a. Immersive Arts Alliance Presentation, b. Public arts Budget
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
Wednesday, February 21, 2024
COMMISSION on AGING at 1:30 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: Presentation: 1. Report on growth trends in Berkeley’s Aging population and trends in spending on aging services, Commissioner reports: F/U on One Medical senior parking issues, 2. Discussion of opportunity for downsizing.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-aging
COMMISSION on the STATUS of WOMEN AT 7 PM
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 5. Presentation with Q&A on Women’s Economic Opportunity: Small Businesses and Credit Reporting by East Bay Community Law Center, 6. Presentation with Q&A on the War on DEI (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion), 9. Preliminary discussion on Sex Trafficking Recommendations.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-status-women
HUMAN WELFARE and COMMUNITY ACTION COMMISSION (HWCAC) at 6:30 pm
In-PERSON: 2180 Milvia
AGENDA: 2. FY 2025 – FY 2028 RFP, 3. Review CoB funded agency Program and Financial reports a. Multicultural Institute, 4. Proposed merger of HWCAC and Peace and Justice Commission, 5. Fire Marshall’s report, 6. Public reverse Mortgage, 7. Difficulty local residents attaining benefits from approved providers. 8. Hybrid meetings.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/human-welfare-and-community-action-commission
Thursday, February 22, 2024
COMMUNITY HEALTH COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 5. Plant-Based Food Public Health Promotion.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/community-health-commission
MENTAL HEALTH COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Poppy
AGENDA: 3. Mental Health Manager’s Report and Caseload Statistics, 7. Revisit to make commissions hybrid.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/mental-health-commission
ZONING ADJUSTMENT BOARD at 7 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84070081807
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 849 7008 1807
AGENDA: all projects are on consent
2. 1287 Gillman – Use Permit #ZP2023-0122 – establish a wine bar
3. 1205 Kains – Use Permit #ZP2023-0102 – Residential addition lift dwelling by 18 inches and move dwelling back 3 feet 3 inches toward eastern boundary and construct 3rd floor balcny
4. 1330 Haskell – Use Permit #ZP2023-0112 – demolish 1257 sq ft duplex and construct two detached two story single-family dwellings, new front house 2002 sq ft, height 23 ft 9 in, rear house 2017 sq ft, height 23 ft 6 in, one parking space
5. 1340 Haskell – Use Permit #ZP2023-0113 – demolish one 1908 sq ft single family dwelling and construct two detached two story single-family dwellings, new front house 4037 sq ft, height 23 ft, rear house 4037 sq ft, 24 ft 1.5 in, two off street parking spaces
6. 2901-2903 Deakin – Use Permit #ZP2023-0074 – lift existing duplex 10 ft 6 in for total height 23 ft 8 in to create new 1st floor and 8th bedroom.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zoning-adjustments-board
MOVE YA BODY! FREE DANCE FITNESS SERIES from 4:30 – 5:30 pm
Use link to register, two sessions left in series, Feb 22 and Feb 29
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/move-ya-body-free-dance-fitness-series-1
Friday, February 23, 2024 – no city meetings or events found
Saturday, February 24, 2024
YOGA and HARP for the SOUL from 3:30 - 5:30 pm
Fee $63, use link to register
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/yoga-and-harp-soul
Sunday, February 25, 2024 – no city meetings or events found
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for Regular 6 pm Meeting on February 27, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1614329714
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 432 9714
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.Minutes for approval
2.Fong, IT - Amend Contract No. 31900184 with Alcor Solutions, Inc. to expand services for intranet services
3.Fong, IT – Amend Contract No.105921-1 add $250,000 total $1,297,200 with TruePoint Solutions, LLC for professional services and extend to one year 6/1/2015 – 6/30/2025
4.Ferris, Parks – Accept donation $3,400 for memorial bench at Cesar Chavez Park in memory of Charlie Pollack
5.Ferris, Parks – Contract $1,500,000 over 3 years with West Coast Arborists, Inc. for Tree Removal and Pruning Services with option to renew for 2 additional years at $500,000 per year total $2,500,000
6.Klein, Planning - Contract $634,000 over 3 years with Rincon Consultants for Environmental Justice Element, Safety Element Update and Equitable Climate and Resilience Metrics
7.Klein, Planning – Amend Contract No. 32300057add $43,556 to new total $126,890 with Association for Energy Affordability for Pilot Climate Equity Fund and extend to 6/30/2025
8.Murray, Public Works – Accept Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant Program Equipment Voucher $174,290 2/13/2024 – 2/13/2026
9.Murray, Public Works – Contract (Specification No. 24-11529-C) $4,246,955 with JJR Construction Inc. for FY 2024 sidewalk repair project
10.Murray, Public Works – Contract (Specification No. 24-11621-C) $4,828,002 includes 10% contingency $438,909 with Bay Pacific Pipeline, In for Virginia, Russell, et al. Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Project
11.Murray, Public Works – Contract (Specification No. 24-11645-C) $465,187 includes 10% contingency $42,289 with Kolos Engineering, Inc. for Urgent Sewer Repair Project
12.Murray, Public Works – Reject Bids – FY 2023 Retaining Wall and Storm Drain Improvement Project Specification Nos. 23-11616-C & 11614-C
Council Consent Items:
13.Arreguin – Allocate $300,000 from General Fund to plan for future health care access for Berkeley residents (to study/identify/evaluate healthcare and hospital access over planned closure Alta Bates) 104 page documentation/report with agenda item
14.Bartlett – Referral to City Manager: Eminent Domain feasibility analysis for 2902 and 2908 Adeline and abandoned house on 1946 Russell
AGENDA on CONSENT:
15.ZAB Appeal - 2924 Russell Administrative Use Permit #ZP2023-0081to install an unenclosed hot tub in the rear yard
16.Klein, Planning – Zoning Amendments BMC Title 23 to streamline and clarify permitting process for small businesses in commercial districts, select manufacturing districts, residential BART mixed use (R-BMU) and residential Southside mixed use (R-SMU)
INFORMATION REPORTS:
17.Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 first quarter investment report ended 9/30/2023
18.Goel, HHCS – Receive State of Public Health in Berkeley Summary Report
19.LPO NOD: 2113-2115 Kittredge #LMSAP2022-0011
DISPOSITION OF ITEMS IN DRAFT AGENDA THAT WERE REMOVED FROM FINAL AGENDA:
- Open Government Commission – Referral to Council – Proposed Changes to Public Comment (common sense recommendations) – held in Agenda and Rules Committee for review
- Murray, Public Works – Revised fees for public use of city-owned electric vehicle charging ports – removed by City Manager
- Klein, Planning – Proposed Amendments to the Building Emissions Saving Ordinance (BESO) – sent to Land Use Committee
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WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
- February 27 at 4:30 pm - Berkeley Economic Dashboards (OED)
- March 12 at 4 pm - BPD Annual Report
- Ashby BART Transit Oriented Development (TOD) Berkeley – El Cerrito Corridor Access Plan Presentation
- Inclusionary Housing In-Lieu Fee Feasibility Study
- Draft Waterfront Specific Plan (October/November)
- Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation
- Presentation on Homelessness/Re-Housing/Thousand-Person Plan (TBD regular agenda)
- Fire Department Standards of Coverage & Community Risk Assessment
- May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report, Wildfire Prevention Plan https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-special-meeting-eagenda-may-16-2023-6-pm
- June 20 (WS) - Climate Action Plan & Resilience Update, Berkeley Economic Dashboards Update reports available https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas/city-council-2023-06-20
February 11 - February 18, 2024
Worth Noting:
The week starts with Lincoln’s Birthday Holiday on Monday February 12 and Valentine’s Day on Wednesday. Look for meetings to be moved around from usual days, times and locations. The week ends with the 3-day Presidents’ Day Holiday weekend.
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, February 11, 2024 – SUPER BOWL SUNDAY
Monday, February 12, 2024 – LINCOLN’S BIRTHDAY HOLIDAY
Tuesday, February 13, 2024
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1615349220
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 534 9220
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 2/27/2024 -- draft agenda – (Review/Consider) Request from Bay Area Housing Finance Authority for presentation on the ceremonial calendar, use link or read full draft agenda below at the end of the list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Worksessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar REFERRED ITEMS FOR REVIEW: 8. Discussion and Possible Action on City Council Rules of Decorum Procedural Rules, and Remote Public Comments, 9. Harrison, co-sponsor Bartlett – Amend BMC 3.78 To Expand Eligibility Requirements for Representatives of The Poor to Serve on The Human Welfare and Community Action Commission or any successor commission, to consider the current geographic information of poverty in Berkeley, 10. City Council Legislative Systems Redesign, UNSCHEDULED ITEMS: 11. Modifications or Improvements to City Council Meeting Procedures, 12. Strengthening and Supporting City Commission: Guidance on Development of Legislative Proposals, 13. Discussion and Recommendations on the Continued Use of the Berkeley Considers Online Engagement Portal.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for Regular 6 pm Meeting on February 13, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1617862221
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 786
AGENDA: Use the link and choose the html option or see the agenda listed at the end of the calendar.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
RENT BOARD EVICTION / SECTION 8 / FORECLOSURE COMMITTEE at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87977214326?pwd=ycWBQBZHRpUN9mbHcuJsPPAy1AbMYL.1
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171
Meeting ID: 879 7721 4326 Passcode: 102354
AGENDA: 6. Presentation from the Berkeley Housing Authority on the Section 8 Program in Berkeley, 7. Board data on recent eviction activity, 8. Discussion and possible action regarding Measure AA Owner Move-in Eviction Report.
https://rentboard.berkeleyca.gov/elected-rent-board/rent-board-committees/evictionsection-8foreclosure-committee
SOLANO BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT at 10 am
In-Person: 1801 Solano
AGENDA: 5. 2024 Workplan.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/solano-avenue-business-improvement-district-advisory-board
YOUTH COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
In-Person: 1730 Oregon
AGENDA: 9. Review of roles and responsibilities of elected leadership, 10. Elections, 11. Reviewing Results of Berkeley High bathroom survey, 12. Action plan for letter of recommendation using the survey.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/youth-commission
Wednesday, February 14, 2024
COMMISSION on DISABILITY at 5 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 8. Log of Access Complaints, 9. Email and voicemail sent to Commission, 10. Updates to City of Berkeley ADA Grievance Form, 11. Election, 12. Workplan, 13. Accessibility of speakers’ lectern at City Council & BUSD meetings
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-disability
HOMELESS SERVICES PANEL of EXPERTS at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Juniper Room
AGENDA: Discussion of the FY 2025 – 2028 Community Agency funding Process
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/homeless-services-panel-experts
Thursday, February 15, 2024
CITY / UC / STUDENT RELATIONS COMMITTEE at 1 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2465 Bancroft Way, Eshleman Hall, ASUC Senate Chambers 5th floor
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87643207842
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128
Meeting ID: 876 4320 7842
AGENDA: 4. Presentation on master plan for the Berkeley Innovation Zone (the University Hall site) on Oxford, 5. Update on Street Lighting Master Plan, 6. People’s Park development project.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/cityucstudent-relations-committee
PARKS, RECREATION AND WATERFRONT COMMISSION at 5:30 pm
In-Person: 1326 Allston, City Corporation Yard, Green Room
AGENDA: 9. Director’s Report, 10. Update on Capital Projects at the Waterfront, 11. Upcoming Waterfront Parking Study, 12. Update on Bay Area Air Quality Management District and Methane System at Cesar Chavez Park.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/parks-recreation-and-waterfront-commission
DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Gooseberry Room
AGENDA: 2018 Blake - Continued Final Design Review – for east west elevations on a 6-story multi-family residential building
2136 San Pablo – Preliminary Design Review – demolish an existing 2-story non-residential structure and construct a 6-story mixed-use building with 125 units (5 residential stories above a podium, 3-livework units at ground level and 50 off-street parking spaces in a mechanical lift system.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/design-review-committee
TRANSPORTATION and INFRASTRUCTURE COMMISSION at 6:15 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center,
AGENDA Discussion/Action: 2. Woolsey-Fulton Bicycle Boulevard and Shattuck-MLK Bus Stops Projects, 3. Draft workplan.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/transportation-and-infrastructure-commission
ZERO WASTE COMMISSION at 5:30 pm
In-Person: 1326 Allston, City Corporation Yard, Ratcliff Building, Willow Room
AGENDA: 6. (6 pm) Staff Updates progress on SB-1383 Implementation, SUDs Ordinance Enforcement, Tours of the Transfer Station for Commissioners, Zero Waste Campaign Messaging Updates, Discussion and Action Items: 2. (6:30 pm) Report out from the Special Events Subcommittee and Green Building Subcommittee, 3. (6:50 pm) Discuss Reusable Takeout-ware Programs and Supporting Partnerships between businesses with dishwashers, 4. (7:10 pm) Discuss Legislative Updates.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zero-waste-commission
RENT STABILIZATION BOARD MEETING at 7 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86351823870?pwd=6u9aivTslet7SqNRO_IBL3QRcsH57w.WN9X-NdkqPRvYdDc
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171
Meeting ID: 863 5182 3870 Passcode: 662299
AGENDA: 2. Closed Session evaluation Executive Director, 6. Special Presentation Tenant Power Tool Kit, 7. Special Presentation Empty Homes Tax Ordinance,
https://rentboard.berkeleyca.gov/elected-rent-board/rent-board-meetings
BNC BOARD of SUPERVISORS FORUM from 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89484790929
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171
Meeting ID: 894 8479 0929
AGENDA: Candidates are Ben Bartlett, Nikki Fortunato Bass, Ken Berrick, Gregory Hodge, Chris Moore, Gerald Pechenuk, Lorrel Pliimier – if you can’t attend, the forum will be recorded and posted on the Berkeley Neighborhoods Council website.
https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/
Friday, February 16, 2024 – no city meetings or events found
Saturday, February 17 2024
3rd SATURDAY SHORELINE CLEANUP from 9 am – 11 am
In-Person “start” Location: 160 University, Shorebird Park Nature Center
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/3rd-saturday-shoreline-cleanup-0
Sunday, February 18, 2024 – PRESIDENTS’ DAY HOLIDAY WEEKEND
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AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm on February 12, 2024
DRAFT Agenda for February 27, 2024 City Council meeting
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1615349220
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 534 9220
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.Minutes for approval
2.Fong, IT - Amend Contract No. 31900184 with Alcor Solutions, Inc. to expand services for intranet services
3.Fong, IT – Amend Contract No.105921-1 add $250,000 total $1,297,200 with TruePoint Solutions, LLC for professional services and extend to one year 6/1/2015 – 6/30/2025
4.Ferris, Parks – Accept donation $3,400 for memorial bench at Cesar Chavez Park in memory of Charlie Pollack
5.Ferris, Parks – Contract $1,500,000 over 3 years with West Coast Arborists, Inc. for Tree Removal and Pruning Services with option to renew for 2 additional years at $500,000 per year total $2,500,000
6.Klein, Planning - Contract $634,000 over 3 years with Rincon Consultants for Environmental Justice Element, Safety Element Update and Equitable Climate and Resilience Metrics
7.Klein, Planning – Amend Contract No. 32300057add $43,556 to new total $126,890 with Association for Energy Affordability for Pilot Climate Equity Fund and extend to 6/30/2025
8.Murray, Public Works – Accept Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant Program Equipment Voucher $174,290 2/13/2024 – 2/13/2026
9.Murray, Public Works – Contract (Specification No. 24-11529-C) $4,246,955 with JJR Construction Inc. for FY 2024 sidewalk repair project
10.Murray, Public Works – Contract (Specification No. 24-11621-C) $4,828,002 includes 10% contingency $438,909 with Bay Pacific Pipeline, In for Virginia, Russell, et al. Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Project
11.Murray, Public Works – Contract (Specification No. 24-11645-C) $465,187 includes 10% contingency $42,289 with Kolos Engineering, Inc. for Urgent Sewer Repair Project
12.Murray, Public Works – Reject Bids – FY 2023 Retaining Wall and Storm Drain Improvement Project Specification Nos. 23-11616-C & 11614-C
13.Open Government Commission – Referral to Council – Proposed Changes to Public Comment (common sense recommendations)
AGENDA on CONSENT:
14.ZAB Appeal - 2924 Russell Administrative Use Permit #ZP2023-0081to install an unenclosed hot tub in the rear yard
15.Klein, Planning – Zoning Amendments BMC Title 23 to streamline and clarify permitting process for small businesses in commercial districts, select manufacturing districts, residential BART mixed use (R-BMU) and residential Southside mixed use (R-SMU)
16.Murray, Public Works – Revised fees for public use of city-owned electric vehicle charging ports
17.Goel, HHCS – Receive State of Public Health in Berkeley Summary Report
18.Klein, Planning – Proposed Amendments to the Building Emissions Saving Ordinance (BESO)
19.Arreguin – Allocate $300,000 from General Fund to plan for future health care access for Berkeley residents (to study/identify/evaluate healthcare and hospital access over planned closure Alta Bates) 104 page documentation/report with agenda item
20.Bartlett – Referral to City Manager: Eminent Domain feasibility analysis for 2902 and 2908 Adeline and abandoned house on 1946 Russell
INFORMATION REPORTS:
21.Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 first quarter investment report ended 9/30/2023
22.LPO NOD: 2113-2115 Kittredge #LMSAP2022-0011
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for Regular 6 pm Meeting on February 13, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1617862221
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 786 2221
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
PRESENTATION:
Bay area Housing Finance Authority
URGENCY ITEM:
Harrison – Resolution granting the Berkeley Repertory theater $15,393.29 to Offset the City’s Business License Tax on Large Non-profits
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.Kouyoumdjian, HR – 2nd reading amending CalPERS Contract
2.Kouyoumdjian, HR – 2nd reading at Will Designations: Employee Relations Manager and Assistant to City Attorney
3.Murry, Public Works – 2nd reading lease agreement with We Wield The Hammer at 2440 Durant in Telegraph-Channing Mall and Garage
4.Friedrichsen, Budget Manager – 2024 State and federal Legislative Platform
5.Numainville, City Clerk – Amendments to Alternative Commissioner Regulations
6.Numainville, City Clerk – Reschedule April 16 regular council meeting to April 2
7.Hollander, Economic Development (OED) – Grant Application for $150,000 to the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA)
8.Hollander, OED – Contract $69,000 with Masako Miki Public Art Commission for Aquatic Park ceramic tile mural for Park Pathway Wall
9.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations and RFP - $90,000, printing and mail services
10.Warhuss, HHCS – Contract $1,379,400 with Traditions Behavioral Health for psychiatry services through 6/30/2027
11.Fong, IT - $300,000 with Compu Systems for Professional Services through 12/31/2024
12.Commission on the Status of Women – Recommendation on Public Safety/Crime Prevention for Women especially older vulnerable women (references recent muggings on BART pathways) suggestions 1 – Ashby/North Berkeley BART escorts, 2. Explore DBA & Telegraph BID Ambassadors as escorts, 3. Explore expanding Go-Go Grandparent, 4. Develop Community-wide forum on safety and crime prevention, 5. Consult with BPD on identifying locations and times of highest safety risk
Council Consent Items:
13.Arreguin – RFP for Development of West Berkeley Service Center
14.Bartlett, co-sponsors Taplin, Hahn – Designate the Adeline Corridor as the Black Arts and Culture District
AGENDA on ACTION:
15.Klein, Planning – Appeal 1960 San Antonio/645 Arlington Ave – Spring Estate Structural Alteration Permit #LMSAP22022-005
16.Warhuus, HHCS – Dissolution of the Human Welfare and Community Action Commission and the Peace and Justice Commission and establishment of the Berkeley Community Action Commission
INFORMATION REPORTS:
17.Small Sites Program Update
18.Bay Area Housing Finance Authority and 2024 Regional Affordable Housing Bond
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LAND USE CALENDAR PUBLIC HEARINGS:
Worth Noting:
The week starts with Lincoln’s Birthday Holiday on Monday February 12 and Valentine’s Day on Wednesday. Look for meetings to be moved around from usual days, times and locations. The week ends with the 3-day Presidents’ Day Holiday weekend.
- Tuesday:
- At 10 am the Solano BID meets in person.
- At 2:30 pm the Agenda Committee meets in the hybrid format.
- At 6 pm City Council meets in the hybrid format with item 12 on increasing safety for vulnerable residents and dissolution of the Peace and Justice Commission and Human Welfare and Community Action Commissions to create new Community Action Commission.
- At 6 pm the Rent Board Eviction / Section 8 / Foreclosure committee meets at 6 pm.
- At 6:30 pm the Youth Commission meets in person
- Wednesday:
- At 5 pm the Commission on disability meets in person.
- At 7 pm the Homeless Services Panel of Experts meets in person.
- Thursday:
- At 1 pm the City / UC / Student Relations Committee meets in the hybrid format with People’s Park Update on the agenda.
- At 5:30 pm the Parks Commission meets in person.
- At 5:30 pm the Zero Waste Commission meets in person.
- At 6:15 pm the Transportation and Infrastructure Commission meets in person with Woolsey-Fulton Bike BLVD and Shattuck–MLK bus stops on the agenda.
- At 6:30 pm the Design Review Committee meets in person.
- At 7 pm the Rent Board meets in the hybrid format with the vacancy tax on the agenda.
- At 7:30 pm BNC holds a forum for the Alameda County Supervisors Candidates. If you miss it this forum will be recorded and posted on the BNC website.
- Saturday: From 9 – 11 am is the shoreline cleanup.
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, February 11, 2024 – SUPER BOWL SUNDAY
Monday, February 12, 2024 – LINCOLN’S BIRTHDAY HOLIDAY
Tuesday, February 13, 2024
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1615349220
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 534 9220
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 2/27/2024 -- draft agenda – (Review/Consider) Request from Bay Area Housing Finance Authority for presentation on the ceremonial calendar, use link or read full draft agenda below at the end of the list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Worksessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar REFERRED ITEMS FOR REVIEW: 8. Discussion and Possible Action on City Council Rules of Decorum Procedural Rules, and Remote Public Comments, 9. Harrison, co-sponsor Bartlett – Amend BMC 3.78 To Expand Eligibility Requirements for Representatives of The Poor to Serve on The Human Welfare and Community Action Commission or any successor commission, to consider the current geographic information of poverty in Berkeley, 10. City Council Legislative Systems Redesign, UNSCHEDULED ITEMS: 11. Modifications or Improvements to City Council Meeting Procedures, 12. Strengthening and Supporting City Commission: Guidance on Development of Legislative Proposals, 13. Discussion and Recommendations on the Continued Use of the Berkeley Considers Online Engagement Portal.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for Regular 6 pm Meeting on February 13, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1617862221
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 786
AGENDA: Use the link and choose the html option or see the agenda listed at the end of the calendar.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
RENT BOARD EVICTION / SECTION 8 / FORECLOSURE COMMITTEE at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87977214326?pwd=ycWBQBZHRpUN9mbHcuJsPPAy1AbMYL.1
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171
Meeting ID: 879 7721 4326 Passcode: 102354
AGENDA: 6. Presentation from the Berkeley Housing Authority on the Section 8 Program in Berkeley, 7. Board data on recent eviction activity, 8. Discussion and possible action regarding Measure AA Owner Move-in Eviction Report.
https://rentboard.berkeleyca.gov/elected-rent-board/rent-board-committees/evictionsection-8foreclosure-committee
SOLANO BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT at 10 am
In-Person: 1801 Solano
AGENDA: 5. 2024 Workplan.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/solano-avenue-business-improvement-district-advisory-board
YOUTH COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
In-Person: 1730 Oregon
AGENDA: 9. Review of roles and responsibilities of elected leadership, 10. Elections, 11. Reviewing Results of Berkeley High bathroom survey, 12. Action plan for letter of recommendation using the survey.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/youth-commission
Wednesday, February 14, 2024
COMMISSION on DISABILITY at 5 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 8. Log of Access Complaints, 9. Email and voicemail sent to Commission, 10. Updates to City of Berkeley ADA Grievance Form, 11. Election, 12. Workplan, 13. Accessibility of speakers’ lectern at City Council & BUSD meetings
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-disability
HOMELESS SERVICES PANEL of EXPERTS at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Juniper Room
AGENDA: Discussion of the FY 2025 – 2028 Community Agency funding Process
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/homeless-services-panel-experts
Thursday, February 15, 2024
CITY / UC / STUDENT RELATIONS COMMITTEE at 1 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2465 Bancroft Way, Eshleman Hall, ASUC Senate Chambers 5th floor
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87643207842
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128
Meeting ID: 876 4320 7842
AGENDA: 4. Presentation on master plan for the Berkeley Innovation Zone (the University Hall site) on Oxford, 5. Update on Street Lighting Master Plan, 6. People’s Park development project.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/cityucstudent-relations-committee
PARKS, RECREATION AND WATERFRONT COMMISSION at 5:30 pm
In-Person: 1326 Allston, City Corporation Yard, Green Room
AGENDA: 9. Director’s Report, 10. Update on Capital Projects at the Waterfront, 11. Upcoming Waterfront Parking Study, 12. Update on Bay Area Air Quality Management District and Methane System at Cesar Chavez Park.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/parks-recreation-and-waterfront-commission
DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Gooseberry Room
AGENDA: 2018 Blake - Continued Final Design Review – for east west elevations on a 6-story multi-family residential building
2136 San Pablo – Preliminary Design Review – demolish an existing 2-story non-residential structure and construct a 6-story mixed-use building with 125 units (5 residential stories above a podium, 3-livework units at ground level and 50 off-street parking spaces in a mechanical lift system.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/design-review-committee
TRANSPORTATION and INFRASTRUCTURE COMMISSION at 6:15 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center,
AGENDA Discussion/Action: 2. Woolsey-Fulton Bicycle Boulevard and Shattuck-MLK Bus Stops Projects, 3. Draft workplan.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/transportation-and-infrastructure-commission
ZERO WASTE COMMISSION at 5:30 pm
In-Person: 1326 Allston, City Corporation Yard, Ratcliff Building, Willow Room
AGENDA: 6. (6 pm) Staff Updates progress on SB-1383 Implementation, SUDs Ordinance Enforcement, Tours of the Transfer Station for Commissioners, Zero Waste Campaign Messaging Updates, Discussion and Action Items: 2. (6:30 pm) Report out from the Special Events Subcommittee and Green Building Subcommittee, 3. (6:50 pm) Discuss Reusable Takeout-ware Programs and Supporting Partnerships between businesses with dishwashers, 4. (7:10 pm) Discuss Legislative Updates.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zero-waste-commission
RENT STABILIZATION BOARD MEETING at 7 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86351823870?pwd=6u9aivTslet7SqNRO_IBL3QRcsH57w.WN9X-NdkqPRvYdDc
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171
Meeting ID: 863 5182 3870 Passcode: 662299
AGENDA: 2. Closed Session evaluation Executive Director, 6. Special Presentation Tenant Power Tool Kit, 7. Special Presentation Empty Homes Tax Ordinance,
https://rentboard.berkeleyca.gov/elected-rent-board/rent-board-meetings
BNC BOARD of SUPERVISORS FORUM from 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89484790929
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171
Meeting ID: 894 8479 0929
AGENDA: Candidates are Ben Bartlett, Nikki Fortunato Bass, Ken Berrick, Gregory Hodge, Chris Moore, Gerald Pechenuk, Lorrel Pliimier – if you can’t attend, the forum will be recorded and posted on the Berkeley Neighborhoods Council website.
https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/
Friday, February 16, 2024 – no city meetings or events found
Saturday, February 17 2024
3rd SATURDAY SHORELINE CLEANUP from 9 am – 11 am
In-Person “start” Location: 160 University, Shorebird Park Nature Center
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/3rd-saturday-shoreline-cleanup-0
Sunday, February 18, 2024 – PRESIDENTS’ DAY HOLIDAY WEEKEND
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AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm on February 12, 2024
DRAFT Agenda for February 27, 2024 City Council meeting
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1615349220
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 534 9220
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.Minutes for approval
2.Fong, IT - Amend Contract No. 31900184 with Alcor Solutions, Inc. to expand services for intranet services
3.Fong, IT – Amend Contract No.105921-1 add $250,000 total $1,297,200 with TruePoint Solutions, LLC for professional services and extend to one year 6/1/2015 – 6/30/2025
4.Ferris, Parks – Accept donation $3,400 for memorial bench at Cesar Chavez Park in memory of Charlie Pollack
5.Ferris, Parks – Contract $1,500,000 over 3 years with West Coast Arborists, Inc. for Tree Removal and Pruning Services with option to renew for 2 additional years at $500,000 per year total $2,500,000
6.Klein, Planning - Contract $634,000 over 3 years with Rincon Consultants for Environmental Justice Element, Safety Element Update and Equitable Climate and Resilience Metrics
7.Klein, Planning – Amend Contract No. 32300057add $43,556 to new total $126,890 with Association for Energy Affordability for Pilot Climate Equity Fund and extend to 6/30/2025
8.Murray, Public Works – Accept Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant Program Equipment Voucher $174,290 2/13/2024 – 2/13/2026
9.Murray, Public Works – Contract (Specification No. 24-11529-C) $4,246,955 with JJR Construction Inc. for FY 2024 sidewalk repair project
10.Murray, Public Works – Contract (Specification No. 24-11621-C) $4,828,002 includes 10% contingency $438,909 with Bay Pacific Pipeline, In for Virginia, Russell, et al. Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Project
11.Murray, Public Works – Contract (Specification No. 24-11645-C) $465,187 includes 10% contingency $42,289 with Kolos Engineering, Inc. for Urgent Sewer Repair Project
12.Murray, Public Works – Reject Bids – FY 2023 Retaining Wall and Storm Drain Improvement Project Specification Nos. 23-11616-C & 11614-C
13.Open Government Commission – Referral to Council – Proposed Changes to Public Comment (common sense recommendations)
AGENDA on CONSENT:
14.ZAB Appeal - 2924 Russell Administrative Use Permit #ZP2023-0081to install an unenclosed hot tub in the rear yard
15.Klein, Planning – Zoning Amendments BMC Title 23 to streamline and clarify permitting process for small businesses in commercial districts, select manufacturing districts, residential BART mixed use (R-BMU) and residential Southside mixed use (R-SMU)
16.Murray, Public Works – Revised fees for public use of city-owned electric vehicle charging ports
17.Goel, HHCS – Receive State of Public Health in Berkeley Summary Report
18.Klein, Planning – Proposed Amendments to the Building Emissions Saving Ordinance (BESO)
19.Arreguin – Allocate $300,000 from General Fund to plan for future health care access for Berkeley residents (to study/identify/evaluate healthcare and hospital access over planned closure Alta Bates) 104 page documentation/report with agenda item
20.Bartlett – Referral to City Manager: Eminent Domain feasibility analysis for 2902 and 2908 Adeline and abandoned house on 1946 Russell
INFORMATION REPORTS:
21.Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 first quarter investment report ended 9/30/2023
22.LPO NOD: 2113-2115 Kittredge #LMSAP2022-0011
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for Regular 6 pm Meeting on February 13, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1617862221
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 786 2221
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
PRESENTATION:
Bay area Housing Finance Authority
URGENCY ITEM:
Harrison – Resolution granting the Berkeley Repertory theater $15,393.29 to Offset the City’s Business License Tax on Large Non-profits
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.Kouyoumdjian, HR – 2nd reading amending CalPERS Contract
2.Kouyoumdjian, HR – 2nd reading at Will Designations: Employee Relations Manager and Assistant to City Attorney
3.Murry, Public Works – 2nd reading lease agreement with We Wield The Hammer at 2440 Durant in Telegraph-Channing Mall and Garage
4.Friedrichsen, Budget Manager – 2024 State and federal Legislative Platform
5.Numainville, City Clerk – Amendments to Alternative Commissioner Regulations
6.Numainville, City Clerk – Reschedule April 16 regular council meeting to April 2
7.Hollander, Economic Development (OED) – Grant Application for $150,000 to the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA)
8.Hollander, OED – Contract $69,000 with Masako Miki Public Art Commission for Aquatic Park ceramic tile mural for Park Pathway Wall
9.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations and RFP - $90,000, printing and mail services
10.Warhuss, HHCS – Contract $1,379,400 with Traditions Behavioral Health for psychiatry services through 6/30/2027
11.Fong, IT - $300,000 with Compu Systems for Professional Services through 12/31/2024
12.Commission on the Status of Women – Recommendation on Public Safety/Crime Prevention for Women especially older vulnerable women (references recent muggings on BART pathways) suggestions 1 – Ashby/North Berkeley BART escorts, 2. Explore DBA & Telegraph BID Ambassadors as escorts, 3. Explore expanding Go-Go Grandparent, 4. Develop Community-wide forum on safety and crime prevention, 5. Consult with BPD on identifying locations and times of highest safety risk
Council Consent Items:
13.Arreguin – RFP for Development of West Berkeley Service Center
14.Bartlett, co-sponsors Taplin, Hahn – Designate the Adeline Corridor as the Black Arts and Culture District
AGENDA on ACTION:
15.Klein, Planning – Appeal 1960 San Antonio/645 Arlington Ave – Spring Estate Structural Alteration Permit #LMSAP22022-005
16.Warhuus, HHCS – Dissolution of the Human Welfare and Community Action Commission and the Peace and Justice Commission and establishment of the Berkeley Community Action Commission
INFORMATION REPORTS:
17.Small Sites Program Update
18.Bay Area Housing Finance Authority and 2024 Regional Affordable Housing Bond
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LAND USE CALENDAR PUBLIC HEARINGS:
- 1960 San Antonio 645 Arlington Avenue 2/13/2024
- 2924 Russell 2/27/2024 (unenclosed hot tub)
- 3000 Shattuck Avenue (Construct 10-story mixed-use building) – TBD
- 2113-15 Kittredge (California Theater)
- February 27 at 4:30 pm - Berkeley Economic Dashboards (OED)
- March 12 at 4 pm - BPD Annual Report
- Ashby BART Transit Oriented Development (TOD) Berkeley – El Cerrito Corridor Access Plan Presentation
- Inclusionary Housing In-Lieu Fee Feasibility Study
- Draft Waterfront Specific Plan (October/November)
- Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation
- Presentation on Homelessness/Re-Housing/Thousand-Person Plan (TBD regular agenda)
- Fire Department Standards of Coverage & Community Risk Assessment
- May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report, Wildfire Prevention Plan https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-special-meeting-eagenda-may-16-2023-6-pm
- June 20 (WS) - Climate Action Plan & Resilience Update, Berkeley Economic Dashboards Update reports available https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas/city-council-2023-06-20
February 4 - February 11, 2024
Worth Noting:
The February 13 City Council 4 pm special meeting on the Ashby BART Transit Oriented Development is not posted yet. The February 13 Council 6 pm agenda is posted and available for comment with the merger of the Peace and Justice Commission and the Human Welfare and Community Action Commission merger as item 16 under action. Both the Peace and Justice Commission and the Human Welfare and Community Action Commissions meet this coming week.
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, February 4, 2024 – No city meetings or events found
Monday, February 5, 2024
CITY COUNCIL Closed Session at 3 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1616189638
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 618 9638
AGENDA: 1. Conference with Labor Negotiators employee organizations Berkeley Fire fighters Association Local 1227 I.A.F.F. , Fire Chief Association 1227 I.A.F.F., Berkeley Police Association, Sieu 1021 Community Services and Part-time Recreation Activity Leaders , SEIU 1021 Maintenance and Clerical Public Employee Union Local 1, Unrepresented Employees, 2. Conference with Legal Counsel – Pending Litigation a. Reugg & Ellsworth V. CoB Alameda Co Superior Court RG18930003, b. CA Restaurant Association v. CoB, 3. Conference with Real Property Negotiators 1512 University.
https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-closed-meeting-eagenda-february-5-2024
PERSONNEL BOARD at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1301 Shattuck, Live Oak Park
AGENDA: V. Election, VI. Revise Job Class Specification – Forestry Climber, VII. Revise Job Class – Playground Leader Trainer, Camp Staff Member, Camp Staff Leader, Camp Staff Supervisor, VIII. Revise Salary Ranges – Electrical Supervisor and Communications Supervisor.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/personnel-board
PEACE and JUSTICE COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis
AGENDA: 6. Commission Updates, 7. Secretary’s Report, 8. Discussion and Update on the Peace and Justice Merger,9. Election, 10. Update the Gaza Peace Roundtable Subgroup, 11. Update November Roundtable regarding Fukushima Waste Water.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/peace-and-justice-commission
Tuesday, February 6, 2024 – No city meetings or events found
Wednesday, February 7, 2024
HOUSING ADVISORY COMMISSION CDBG Subcommittee at 3 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1603825206?pwd=eTZ1cFVBUXVsdUNTWnRRQTJHQUJUZz09
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-435-1820 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 382 5206 Passcode: 881149
AGENDA: 4. RFP
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/housing-advisory-commission
BOARD of LIBRARY TRUSTEES at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 1170 The Alameda, North Branch Library
AGENDA: I.D. Comments from Library Unions, II.B. Revised 2024 Library Holiday and early closing schedule, C. Contract $110,000 with CivicMakers, D. Contract $88,020 with Communico, LLC for the Communico Digital Publishing Platform, III.A. Budget Priorities for FY 2025 & FY 2026.
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
HUMAN WELFARE and COMMUNITY ACTION COMMISSION (HWCAC) at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia
AGENDA: 1. Election, 4. FY 2025 – 2028 RFP, 5. Election of Low-Income Representatives, 6. Review Program and Financial Reports J-Sei, 7. Rights and Responsibilities HWCAC, 8. Merger HWCAC and the Peace and Justice Commissions, 9. Fire Marshal’s Report and implications, 10. Reverse mortgage, 11. Hybrid meetings, 12. Difficulties accessing approved Medical and Medicare benefits from approved providers.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/human-welfare-and-community-action-commission
PLANNING COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. Chair report, 7. Committee reports, 10. Election, 11. Public Hearing Middle Housing.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/planning-commission
POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD (rescheduled) at 6:30 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82653396072
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 826 5339 6072
AGENDA: 3. Public Comment on agenda and non-agenda items, 5. ODPA Staff Report, 6. Chair and Board Members’ Reports, 7. Chief’s Report, Legislative and Policy Updates, 10. Presentation new ODPA Policy Complaint No. 2024-PR-0001, 11. a. Presentation of new ODPA Policy Complaint No. 2024-PR-0002, b. Discussion/action regarding directive to City Manager to engage with the PAB on additional security cameras, c. Review and Approval of BPD Officer Commendations, d. Early Intervention System Policy of BPD, 13. Closed Session.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
DISPLACEMENT CERTIFICATE APPLICATION ASSISTANCE APPOINTMENTS from 12 – 3 pm
Book and Appointment for In Person Application Assistance: https://calendly.com/housingpreferences/30min?month=2024-01
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, City Hall
AGENDA: Application support in applying for a Berkeley BART Construction Displacement Certificate or Foreclosure Displacement Certificate.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/displacement-certificate-application-assistance-appointments
Thursday, February 8, 2024
ZONING ADJUSTMENT BOARD at 7 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86123370419
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 or 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 861 2337 0419
AGENDA: 2. 1101 Euclid – on consent – Use Permit #ZP2023-0135 – construct a 60 sq ft addition to rear unit
3. 1841 Solano – on consent – Use Permit #ZP2023-0151 – add sales of beer and wine at specialty food store
4. 2309 Parker – on consent – Use Permit #ZP2023-0141 – construct a 45 sq ft 1-story residential addition with a roof balcony at the rear duplex, above 14 ft in average height
5. 1730 Oregon – on action – Variance #ZP2023-0018 – exceed lot coverage by 1.7% for a total of 60.5% by constructing two additions for a total of 895 sq ft in new gross floor area and 80 sq ft porch to an existing 10,655 sq ft community center building within the front and rear setback.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zoning-adjustments-board
Friday, February 9, 2024
ELMWOOD BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT ADVISORY BOARD at 9 am
In-Person: 2947 College, Rear Parking Lot
AGENDA: IV. Election
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/elmwood-business-improvement-district-advisory-board
Saturday, February 10, 2024
BERKELEY NEIGHBORHOODS COUNCIL at 10 am
Videoconference:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/4223188307?pwd=dFlNMVlVZ2d6b0FnSHh3ZlFwV2NMdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 422 318 8307 Passcode: 521161
AGENDA: bond measure on street repairs
https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/
Sunday, February 11, 2024 – No city meetings or events found
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for Regular 6 pm Meeting on February 13, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1617862221
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 786 2221
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.Kouyoumdjian, HR – 2nd reading amending CalPERS Contract
2.Kouyoumdjian, HR – 2nd reading at Will Designations: Employee Relations Manager and Assistant to City Attorney
3.Murry, Public Works – 2nd reading lease agreement with We Wield The Hammer at 2440 Durant in Telegraph-Channing Mall and Garage
4.Friedrichsen, Budget Manager – 2024 State and federal Legislative Platform
5.Numainville, City Clerk – Amendments to Alternative Commissioner Regulations
6.Numainville, City Clerk – Reschedule April 16 regular council meeting to April 2
7.Hollander, Economic Development (OED) – Grant Application for $150,000 to the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA)
8.Hollander, OED – Contract $69,000 with Masako Miki Public Art Commission for Aquatic Park ceramic tile mural for Park Pathway Wall
9.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations and RFP - $90,000, printing and mail services
10.Warhuss, HHCS – Contract $1,379,400 with Traditions Behavioral Health for psychiatry services through 6/30/2027
11.Fong, IT - $300,000 with Compu Systems for Professional Services through 12/31/2024
12.Commission on the Status of Women – Recommendation on Public Safety/Crime Prevention for Women especially older vulnerable women (references recent muggings on BART pathways) suggestions 1 – Ashby/North Berkeley BART escorts, 2. Explore DBA & Telegraph BID Ambassadors as escorts, 3. Explore expanding Go-Go Grandparent, 4. Develop Community-wide forum on safety and crime prevention, 5. Consult with BPD on identifying locations and times of highest safety risk
Council Consent Items:
13.Arreguin – RFP for Development of West Berkeley Service Center
14.Bartlett, co-sponsors Taplin, Hahn – Designate the Adeline Corridor as the Black Arts and Culture District
AGENDA on ACTION:
15.Klein, Planning – Appeal 1960 San Antonio/645 Arlington Ave – Spring Estate Structural Alteration Permit #LMSAP22022-005
16.Warhuus, HHCS – Dissolution of the Human Welfare and Community Action Commission and the Peace and Justice Commission and establishment of the Berkeley Community Action Commission
INFORMATION REPORTS:
17.Small Sites Program Update
18.Bay Area Housing Finance Authority and 2024 Regional Affordable Housing Bond
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LAND USE CALENDAR PUBLIC HEARINGS:
Worth Noting:
The February 13 City Council 4 pm special meeting on the Ashby BART Transit Oriented Development is not posted yet. The February 13 Council 6 pm agenda is posted and available for comment with the merger of the Peace and Justice Commission and the Human Welfare and Community Action Commission merger as item 16 under action. Both the Peace and Justice Commission and the Human Welfare and Community Action Commissions meet this coming week.
- Monday:
- At 3 pm the Council meets in closed session in the hybrid format.
- At 7 pm the Personnel Board meets in person.
- At 7 pm the Peace and Justice Commission meets in person.
- Wednesday:
- At 3 pm the HAC CDBG subcommittee meets online.
- At 6 pm the Planning Commission meets in person with a hearing on “Middle” Housing.
- At 6:30 pm the Board of Library Trustees meets in person.
- At 6:30 pm the Human Welfare and Community Action Commission meets in person.
- At 6:30 pm the PAB meets in the hybrid format.
- From 12 – 3 pm appointments are offered to assist with the completion of Displacement Certificate Applications.
- Thursday: At 7 pm the ZAB meets in the hybrid format.
- Friday: At 9 am the Elmwood BID meets in person.
- Saturday: At 10 am the Berkeley Neighborhoods Council (BNC) meets online. On January 13 Berkeleyans for Better Planning presented their ballot initiative for fixing city streets and sidewalks. The alternate ballot initiative presentation on city streets is scheduled for February 10.
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, February 4, 2024 – No city meetings or events found
Monday, February 5, 2024
CITY COUNCIL Closed Session at 3 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1616189638
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 618 9638
AGENDA: 1. Conference with Labor Negotiators employee organizations Berkeley Fire fighters Association Local 1227 I.A.F.F. , Fire Chief Association 1227 I.A.F.F., Berkeley Police Association, Sieu 1021 Community Services and Part-time Recreation Activity Leaders , SEIU 1021 Maintenance and Clerical Public Employee Union Local 1, Unrepresented Employees, 2. Conference with Legal Counsel – Pending Litigation a. Reugg & Ellsworth V. CoB Alameda Co Superior Court RG18930003, b. CA Restaurant Association v. CoB, 3. Conference with Real Property Negotiators 1512 University.
https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-closed-meeting-eagenda-february-5-2024
PERSONNEL BOARD at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1301 Shattuck, Live Oak Park
AGENDA: V. Election, VI. Revise Job Class Specification – Forestry Climber, VII. Revise Job Class – Playground Leader Trainer, Camp Staff Member, Camp Staff Leader, Camp Staff Supervisor, VIII. Revise Salary Ranges – Electrical Supervisor and Communications Supervisor.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/personnel-board
PEACE and JUSTICE COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis
AGENDA: 6. Commission Updates, 7. Secretary’s Report, 8. Discussion and Update on the Peace and Justice Merger,9. Election, 10. Update the Gaza Peace Roundtable Subgroup, 11. Update November Roundtable regarding Fukushima Waste Water.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/peace-and-justice-commission
Tuesday, February 6, 2024 – No city meetings or events found
Wednesday, February 7, 2024
HOUSING ADVISORY COMMISSION CDBG Subcommittee at 3 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1603825206?pwd=eTZ1cFVBUXVsdUNTWnRRQTJHQUJUZz09
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-435-1820 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 382 5206 Passcode: 881149
AGENDA: 4. RFP
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/housing-advisory-commission
BOARD of LIBRARY TRUSTEES at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 1170 The Alameda, North Branch Library
AGENDA: I.D. Comments from Library Unions, II.B. Revised 2024 Library Holiday and early closing schedule, C. Contract $110,000 with CivicMakers, D. Contract $88,020 with Communico, LLC for the Communico Digital Publishing Platform, III.A. Budget Priorities for FY 2025 & FY 2026.
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
HUMAN WELFARE and COMMUNITY ACTION COMMISSION (HWCAC) at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia
AGENDA: 1. Election, 4. FY 2025 – 2028 RFP, 5. Election of Low-Income Representatives, 6. Review Program and Financial Reports J-Sei, 7. Rights and Responsibilities HWCAC, 8. Merger HWCAC and the Peace and Justice Commissions, 9. Fire Marshal’s Report and implications, 10. Reverse mortgage, 11. Hybrid meetings, 12. Difficulties accessing approved Medical and Medicare benefits from approved providers.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/human-welfare-and-community-action-commission
PLANNING COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. Chair report, 7. Committee reports, 10. Election, 11. Public Hearing Middle Housing.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/planning-commission
POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD (rescheduled) at 6:30 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82653396072
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 826 5339 6072
AGENDA: 3. Public Comment on agenda and non-agenda items, 5. ODPA Staff Report, 6. Chair and Board Members’ Reports, 7. Chief’s Report, Legislative and Policy Updates, 10. Presentation new ODPA Policy Complaint No. 2024-PR-0001, 11. a. Presentation of new ODPA Policy Complaint No. 2024-PR-0002, b. Discussion/action regarding directive to City Manager to engage with the PAB on additional security cameras, c. Review and Approval of BPD Officer Commendations, d. Early Intervention System Policy of BPD, 13. Closed Session.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
DISPLACEMENT CERTIFICATE APPLICATION ASSISTANCE APPOINTMENTS from 12 – 3 pm
Book and Appointment for In Person Application Assistance: https://calendly.com/housingpreferences/30min?month=2024-01
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, City Hall
AGENDA: Application support in applying for a Berkeley BART Construction Displacement Certificate or Foreclosure Displacement Certificate.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/displacement-certificate-application-assistance-appointments
Thursday, February 8, 2024
ZONING ADJUSTMENT BOARD at 7 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86123370419
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 or 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 861 2337 0419
AGENDA: 2. 1101 Euclid – on consent – Use Permit #ZP2023-0135 – construct a 60 sq ft addition to rear unit
3. 1841 Solano – on consent – Use Permit #ZP2023-0151 – add sales of beer and wine at specialty food store
4. 2309 Parker – on consent – Use Permit #ZP2023-0141 – construct a 45 sq ft 1-story residential addition with a roof balcony at the rear duplex, above 14 ft in average height
5. 1730 Oregon – on action – Variance #ZP2023-0018 – exceed lot coverage by 1.7% for a total of 60.5% by constructing two additions for a total of 895 sq ft in new gross floor area and 80 sq ft porch to an existing 10,655 sq ft community center building within the front and rear setback.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zoning-adjustments-board
Friday, February 9, 2024
ELMWOOD BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT ADVISORY BOARD at 9 am
In-Person: 2947 College, Rear Parking Lot
AGENDA: IV. Election
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/elmwood-business-improvement-district-advisory-board
Saturday, February 10, 2024
BERKELEY NEIGHBORHOODS COUNCIL at 10 am
Videoconference:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/4223188307?pwd=dFlNMVlVZ2d6b0FnSHh3ZlFwV2NMdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 422 318 8307 Passcode: 521161
AGENDA: bond measure on street repairs
https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/
Sunday, February 11, 2024 – No city meetings or events found
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for Regular 6 pm Meeting on February 13, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1617862221
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 786 2221
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.Kouyoumdjian, HR – 2nd reading amending CalPERS Contract
2.Kouyoumdjian, HR – 2nd reading at Will Designations: Employee Relations Manager and Assistant to City Attorney
3.Murry, Public Works – 2nd reading lease agreement with We Wield The Hammer at 2440 Durant in Telegraph-Channing Mall and Garage
4.Friedrichsen, Budget Manager – 2024 State and federal Legislative Platform
5.Numainville, City Clerk – Amendments to Alternative Commissioner Regulations
6.Numainville, City Clerk – Reschedule April 16 regular council meeting to April 2
7.Hollander, Economic Development (OED) – Grant Application for $150,000 to the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA)
8.Hollander, OED – Contract $69,000 with Masako Miki Public Art Commission for Aquatic Park ceramic tile mural for Park Pathway Wall
9.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations and RFP - $90,000, printing and mail services
10.Warhuss, HHCS – Contract $1,379,400 with Traditions Behavioral Health for psychiatry services through 6/30/2027
11.Fong, IT - $300,000 with Compu Systems for Professional Services through 12/31/2024
12.Commission on the Status of Women – Recommendation on Public Safety/Crime Prevention for Women especially older vulnerable women (references recent muggings on BART pathways) suggestions 1 – Ashby/North Berkeley BART escorts, 2. Explore DBA & Telegraph BID Ambassadors as escorts, 3. Explore expanding Go-Go Grandparent, 4. Develop Community-wide forum on safety and crime prevention, 5. Consult with BPD on identifying locations and times of highest safety risk
Council Consent Items:
13.Arreguin – RFP for Development of West Berkeley Service Center
14.Bartlett, co-sponsors Taplin, Hahn – Designate the Adeline Corridor as the Black Arts and Culture District
AGENDA on ACTION:
15.Klein, Planning – Appeal 1960 San Antonio/645 Arlington Ave – Spring Estate Structural Alteration Permit #LMSAP22022-005
16.Warhuus, HHCS – Dissolution of the Human Welfare and Community Action Commission and the Peace and Justice Commission and establishment of the Berkeley Community Action Commission
INFORMATION REPORTS:
17.Small Sites Program Update
18.Bay Area Housing Finance Authority and 2024 Regional Affordable Housing Bond
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LAND USE CALENDAR PUBLIC HEARINGS:
- 2924 Russell 2/27/2024
- 1960 San Antonio 645 Arlington Avenue 2/13/2024
- 3000 Shattuck Avenue (Construct 10-story mixed-use building) – TBD
- January 30 at 3 pm – Ashby BART TOD (Tentative), Berkeley – El Cerrito Corridor Access Plan Presentation (tentative) (removed)
- Cancelled to be rescheduled to be included in regular meeting February 27 or March 12 February 6, 2024 – Office of Economic Development (OED) Dashboards Presentation
- February 13 (4 pm) – Ashby BART Transit Oriented Development
- Berkeley-El Cerrito Corridor Access Plan Presentation (tentative)
- Fire Department Standards of Coverage & Community Risk Assessment - (removed)
- BPD Annual Report (March 12 at 4 pm tentative)
- Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation
- Presentation on Homelessness/Re-Housing/Thousand-Person Plan (TBD regular agenda)
- Draft Waterfront Specific Plan– rescheduled from November 2, 2023 and February 6, 2024 to December 2024
- May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report, Wildfire Prevention Plan https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-special-meeting-eagenda-may-16-2023-6-pm
- June 20 (WS) - Climate Action Plan & Resilience Update, Berkeley Economic Dashboards Update reports available https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas/city-council-2023-06-20
January 24 - February 4, 2024
Worth Noting:
The election to fill the vacant District 7 Council position is April 16. City Council Committees except the Agenda and Rules Committee and undefined “certain exceptions” are suspended until May 1. This does not affect Commissions and Board meetings.
Directions with links to ZOOM support for activating Closed Captioning and Save Transcript are at the bottom of this calendar.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, January 28, 2024 - no city meetings or events found
Monday, January 29, 2024
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1608158758
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 815 8758
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 2/13/2024 -- draft agenda – (Review/Consider) Request from Bay Area Housing Finance Authority for presentation on the ceremonial calendar, use link or read full draft agenda below at the end of the list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Worksessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar REFERRED ITEMS FOR REVIEW: 8. Discussion and Possible Action on City Council Rules of Decorum Procedural Rules, and Remote Public Comments, 9. Harrison, co-sponsor Bartlett – Amend BMC 3.78 To Expand Eligibility Requirements for Representatives of The Poor to Serve on The Human Welfare and Community Action Commission or any successor commission, to consider the current geographic information of poverty in Berkeley, 10. City Council Legislative Systems Redesign, UNSCHEDULED ITEMS: 11. Modifications or Improvements to City Council Meeting Procedures, 12. Strengthening and Supporting City Commission: Guidance on Development of Legislative Proposals, 13. Discussion and Recommendations on the Continued Use of the Berkeley Considers Online Engagement Portal.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
SPEAKING UP for POINT MOLATE from 6 – 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83580101367
Meeting ID: 835 8010 1367 (no password)
AGENDA: Phoenix Armenta on BCDC’s Climate Equity Plan. Armenta is Sr. Manager for Climate Equity and Community Engagement SF Bay Conservation and Development Commission
[email protected]
Tuesday, January 30, 2024
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1600654738
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 065 4738
AGENDA: Use the link and choose the html option or see the agenda listed at the end of the calendar.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
HOUSING ADVISORY COMMITTEE at 3 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1603458497?pwd=QUI5c2ErdEhWTWE5YjVSQjRiUUtpdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-435-1820 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 345 8497 Passcode: 227598
AGENDA: 4. FY2025 – FY 2028 RFP
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/housing-advisory-commission
Wednesday, January 31, 2024
WOOLSEY-FULTON BIKE BLVD and SHATTUCK-MLK BUS STOPS from 6 – 8 pm
Videoconference: https://parametrix.zoom.us/j/88570868655?pwd=3F-LxskAZffPbMouf7mxQlZJoFu_Ig.MYeZYDITFjr5GTBf
AGENDA: Use link to review initial concept sketches
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/public-meeting-woolsey-fulton-bike-blvd-and-shattuck-mlk-bus-stops
AFFORDABLE HOUSING PREFERENCES info SESSION from 7 – 8 pm
Sold-Out
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/affordable-housing-preferences-info-session
DISPLACEMENT CERTIFICATE APPLICATION ASSISTANCE APPOINTMENTS from 12 – 3 pm
Book and Appointment for In Person Application Assistance: https://calendly.com/housingpreferences/30min?month=2024-01
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, City Hall
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/displacement-certificate-application-assistance-appointments-1
Thursday, February 1, 2024
LANDMARKS PRESERVATION COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6, 2136-2140 and 2154-2160 University – Demolish two UC-owned City Landmarks, Heron Building
7. 2274 Shattuck – Use Permit #ZP2023-0079 – Demolition referral for UA Theater
8. 2274 Shattuck – Landmark or Structure of Merit Designation for the UA Theater – LMIN2023-003
9. Certified Local Government (CLG) Annual Report for the State Office of Historic Preservation
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/landmarks-preservation-commission
HOUSING ADVISORY COMMISSION MEETING at 7 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. Officer elections, 7. Receive Presentation from City of Berkeley Funded Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) ECHO Housing, 8. BOSS’s Application for the City of Berkeley’s CDBG Public Facility Improvement FY 2024 Program, 9. Update and Possible Action on the Arts and Housing Subcommittee
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/housing-advisory-commission
Friday, February 2, 2024 – no city meetings or events found
Saturday, February 3, 2024 - no city meetings or events found
Sunday, February 4, 2024 - no city meetings or events found
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AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm on January 29, 2024
DARFT Agenda for February 13, 2024 City Council meeting
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1608158758
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 815 8758
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.Kouyoumdjian, HR – 2nd reading amending CalPERS Contract
2.Friedrichsen, Budget Manager – 2024 State and federal Legislative Platform
3.Numainville, City Clerk – Amendments to Alternative Commissioner Regulations
4.Numainville, City Clerk – Reschedule April 16 regular council meeting to April 2
5.Hollander, Economic Development (OED) – Grant Application for $150,000 to the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA)
6.Hollander, OED – Contract $69,000 with Masako Miki Public Art Commission for Aquatic Park ceramic tile mural for Park Pathway Wall
7.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations and RFP - $90,000
8.Warhuus, HHCS – Dissolution of the Human Welfare and Community Action Commission and the Peace and Justice Commission and establishment of the Berkeley Community Action Commission
9.Warhuss, HHCS – Contract $1,379,400 with Traditions Behavioral Health for psychiatry services through 6/30/2027
10.Fong, IT - $300,000 with Compu Systems for Professional Services through 12/31/2024
11.Commission on the Status of Women – Recommendation on Public Safety/Crime Prevention for Women especially older vulnerable women (references recent muggings on BART pathways) suggestions 1 – Ashby/North Berkeley BART escorts, 2. Explore DBA & Telegraph BID Ambassadors as escorts, 3. Explore expanding Go-Go Grandparent, 4. Develop Community-wide forum on safety and crime prevention, 5. Consult with BPD on identifying locations and times of highest safety risk
AGENDA on ACTION:
12.Klein, Planning – Appeal 1960 San Antonio/645 Arlington Ave – Spring Estate Structural Alteration Permit #LMSAP22022-005
13.Arreguin – RFP for Development of West Berkeley Service Center
14.Taplin & Bartlett – Referral to City Manager and $250,000 Budget Referral for Incentives for Equitable and Affordable Middle Housing
15.Bartlett – Create a plan to leverage Berkeley arts community and cultural resources to incentivize the occupation of empty store fronts
16.Bartlett – Designate the Adeline Corridor as the Black Arts and Culture District
INFORMATION REPORTS:
17.Small Sites Program Update
18.Bay Area Housing Finance Authority and 2024 Regional Affordable Housing Bond
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for Regular 6 pm Meeting on January 30, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1600654738
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 065 4738
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
RECESS ITEMS:
1.Sprague, Fire – Purchase Order Firehouse Alerting System $175,000
2.Sprague, Fire – Reject all bids and negotiate with contractors for Berkeley Fire station landscape project No. 24-11622
AGENDA on CONSENT:
3.Klein, Planning - 2nd Reading Prevailing Wage Requirements in the Southside Plan Area add BMC 13.108 for projects exceeding 50 units or 50,000 sq ft
4.Hollander, Economic Development – 2nd Reading Expansion of the Elmwood Business Improvement District (BID) Levy Assessments in the District for 2025 and Authorize a Contract with Elmwood Business Association (EBA) to receive revenue
5.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations $200,000 (Staff uniforms and resale items for Recreation Division)
6.Sprague, Fire – Grant Application $1,100,000 from California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL Fire) Wildfire Prevention Grant to Implement an Incentive Program for Residents in Berkeley’s Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone
7.Sprague, Fire – Grant Application $99,600 to State Homeland Security Grant Program to implement CAD to CAD interface between the City of Berkeley Communications Center and the Alameda County Regional Dispatch Center
8.Sprague, Fire – Contracts total $4,000,000 for hazardous fire fuel treatment and removal 2/1/2024 – 1/30/2028 with $1,00,000 each to Julian Tree Care, Professional Tree Care, West Coast Arborist Inc, West Coast Tree Service
9.Warhuus, HHCS – Revenue Contract accept Community Service Block Grant (CSBG) Contract Number 24F-3001 for $299,495 from CA State Department of Community Services and Development 1/1/2024 – 5/31/2025
10.Warhuus, HHCS - Revenue Grant $300,000 from State of CA Tobacco Control Program for Tobacco Control Program for FY 2025
11.Expenditure Contract $159,000 Alameda County Public Health Department (Office of Dental Health) to provide dental services in BUSD 1/1/2024 – 6/30/2027
12.Warhuus, HHCS – Expenditure Contract $150,000 with Berkeley Free Clinic for Laboratory Services 7/1/2024 – 6/30/2027
13.Warhuus, HHCS – Amend Contract No. 32300149 add $30,000 total $158,315 with mySidewalk, Inc for HHCS Web-Based Population Health Data Platform through 3/4/2026
14.Warhuus, HHCS - Amend Contract No. 32300112 add $20,000 total $145,000 with Harold Dichoso for COVID-19 Outreach and Education
15.Warhuus, HHCS – Martin Luther King Jr. House RFP recommendation 1. Approve transfer from RCD to Insight Housing, 2. Extend $1,178,974 funding reservation to Insight Housing, 3. Reserve $822,014 from Housing Trust Fund to Insight Housing, 4. Waive Sections I.A.1 and IV.C.1 of Housing Trust Fund Guidelines, 5. Authorize CM to amend contracts
16.Transfer Tax Refund $95,625 for 1741-1747 Russell to Insight Housing to support renovation at 1741-1747 Russell
17.Kouyoumdjian, HR – At-Will Designations – 1. Amend BMC 4.04.120(A) designate unrepresented classifications of Employee Relations Manager and Assistant to the City Attorney as at-will, 2. Approve 5% salary differential for the Employee Relations Manager classification and modify job specification to state that the incumbent “may act as department head in the absence of the Director of Human Resources.”
18.Ferris, Parks – Donation $3,400 Memorial Bench at Cesar Chavez Park in memory of Samuel Lepie Hallward
19.Louis, Police - Amend Contract No. 31900143 extend contract due to expire 2/4/2024 by 2 years with Passport Labs Incorporated for a Parking Management System
20.Murray, Public Works – Contract $814,680 with CESCORP, dba Cal Elite Builders for Corp Yard City Fleet EV Charger Project Specification No.23-11546-C
21.Murray, Public Works – Contract $1,566,000 (includes contingency $261,000) with CESCORP, dba Cal Elite Builders for Central Library HVAC Replacement Project
22.Murray, Public Works – On-Call Contracts totaling $8,400,000 with $2,800,000 each 1/1/2024 – 6/30/2025 with 1. Hollins Consulting, Inc. (Hollins), 2. Kitchell/CEM, Inc (Kitchell), 3. O’Connor Construction Management, Inc. (OCMI)
23.Murray, Public Works – Contract $311,348 (includes $29,045 contingency) with Shaw Industries, Inc. for Civic Center Building Carpet Replacement Project
24.Murray, Public Works – Amend Contract No. 108007-1 add $650,000 total $1,073,534 with Don’s Tires Services, Inc for City fleet vehicles and extend through 6/30/2025
25.Murray, Public Works – 5 Year Lease Agreement with We Wield The Hammer at 2440 Durant in the Telegraph-Channing Mall and Garage
Council Consent Items:
26.Arreguin - City Council Committee and Regional Body Appointments through 1/31/2025
27.Hahn & Robinson - Support for ACA 4 Elections: Eligibility to Vote repeal constitutional requirement disqualifying electors incarceration for felony convictions
28.Wengraf, co-sponsors Humbert, Hahn, Harrison - Adopt Resolution urging PG&E to underground utilities in Berkeley’s VHFHSZ (Very Hire Fire Hazard Severity Zone)
AGENDA on ACTION:
29.Humbert – Budget Referral: Additional Security Cameras at Intersections Experiencing Increased Violent Crime proposed intersections: Alcatraz and College, Woolsey and Telegraph, Woolsey and Shattuck, Alcatraz and Adeline, Alcatraz and Sacramento
INFORMATION REPORTS:
30.Removed by City Manager - Warhuus, HHCS – Receive Presentation on Bay Area Housing Finance Authority (BAHFA) and its preparation for a $10 to $20 billion Regional General Obligation Affordable Housing Bond under consideration for the November 2024 election
31.LPO NOD: 2119 Marin #LMSAP2023-003
32.LPO NOD: 910 Indian Rock #LMIN2023-0002
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LAND USE CALENDAR PUBLIC HEARINGS:
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Kelly Hammargren’s summary on what happened the preceding week is posted on the What Happened page at: https://www.sustainableberkeleycoalition.com/what-happened.html and in the Berkeley Daily Planet https://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com/
The Activist’s Calendar of meetings is posted on the What’s Ahead page at: https://www.sustainableberkeleycoalition.com/whats-ahead.html
If you would like to receive the Activist’s Calendar as soon as it is completed send an email to: [email protected].If you want to receive the Activist’s Diary send an email to [email protected]. If you wish to stop receiving the weekly calendar of city meetings please forward the email you received to- [email protected] -with the request to be removed from the email list.
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Worth Noting:
The election to fill the vacant District 7 Council position is April 16. City Council Committees except the Agenda and Rules Committee and undefined “certain exceptions” are suspended until May 1. This does not affect Commissions and Board meetings.
- Monday:
- At 2:30 pm the Agenda Committee meets in the hybrid format on the Feb 12 Council Council meeting agenda.
- From 6 – 7 pm Speaking Up for Point Molate on BCDC Climate Equity Plan
- Tuesday:
- At 3 pm the HAC Subcommittee meets online.
- At 6 pm City Council meets in the hybrid format with placement of surveillance cameras on the Action Agenda.
- Wednesday:
- From 12 – 3 pm in person appointments for assistance with Displacement Certificate Applications.
- From 6 – 8 pm is the online public meeting on the Woolsey-Fulton Bike Blvd.
- Thursday:
- At 6:30 pm the Landmarks Preservation Commission meets in person.
- At 7 pm the Housing Advisory Commission meets in person.
Directions with links to ZOOM support for activating Closed Captioning and Save Transcript are at the bottom of this calendar.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, January 28, 2024 - no city meetings or events found
Monday, January 29, 2024
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1608158758
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 815 8758
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 2/13/2024 -- draft agenda – (Review/Consider) Request from Bay Area Housing Finance Authority for presentation on the ceremonial calendar, use link or read full draft agenda below at the end of the list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Worksessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar REFERRED ITEMS FOR REVIEW: 8. Discussion and Possible Action on City Council Rules of Decorum Procedural Rules, and Remote Public Comments, 9. Harrison, co-sponsor Bartlett – Amend BMC 3.78 To Expand Eligibility Requirements for Representatives of The Poor to Serve on The Human Welfare and Community Action Commission or any successor commission, to consider the current geographic information of poverty in Berkeley, 10. City Council Legislative Systems Redesign, UNSCHEDULED ITEMS: 11. Modifications or Improvements to City Council Meeting Procedures, 12. Strengthening and Supporting City Commission: Guidance on Development of Legislative Proposals, 13. Discussion and Recommendations on the Continued Use of the Berkeley Considers Online Engagement Portal.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
SPEAKING UP for POINT MOLATE from 6 – 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83580101367
Meeting ID: 835 8010 1367 (no password)
AGENDA: Phoenix Armenta on BCDC’s Climate Equity Plan. Armenta is Sr. Manager for Climate Equity and Community Engagement SF Bay Conservation and Development Commission
[email protected]
Tuesday, January 30, 2024
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1600654738
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 065 4738
AGENDA: Use the link and choose the html option or see the agenda listed at the end of the calendar.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
HOUSING ADVISORY COMMITTEE at 3 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1603458497?pwd=QUI5c2ErdEhWTWE5YjVSQjRiUUtpdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-435-1820 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 345 8497 Passcode: 227598
AGENDA: 4. FY2025 – FY 2028 RFP
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/housing-advisory-commission
Wednesday, January 31, 2024
WOOLSEY-FULTON BIKE BLVD and SHATTUCK-MLK BUS STOPS from 6 – 8 pm
Videoconference: https://parametrix.zoom.us/j/88570868655?pwd=3F-LxskAZffPbMouf7mxQlZJoFu_Ig.MYeZYDITFjr5GTBf
AGENDA: Use link to review initial concept sketches
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/public-meeting-woolsey-fulton-bike-blvd-and-shattuck-mlk-bus-stops
AFFORDABLE HOUSING PREFERENCES info SESSION from 7 – 8 pm
Sold-Out
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/affordable-housing-preferences-info-session
DISPLACEMENT CERTIFICATE APPLICATION ASSISTANCE APPOINTMENTS from 12 – 3 pm
Book and Appointment for In Person Application Assistance: https://calendly.com/housingpreferences/30min?month=2024-01
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, City Hall
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/displacement-certificate-application-assistance-appointments-1
Thursday, February 1, 2024
LANDMARKS PRESERVATION COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6, 2136-2140 and 2154-2160 University – Demolish two UC-owned City Landmarks, Heron Building
7. 2274 Shattuck – Use Permit #ZP2023-0079 – Demolition referral for UA Theater
8. 2274 Shattuck – Landmark or Structure of Merit Designation for the UA Theater – LMIN2023-003
9. Certified Local Government (CLG) Annual Report for the State Office of Historic Preservation
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/landmarks-preservation-commission
HOUSING ADVISORY COMMISSION MEETING at 7 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. Officer elections, 7. Receive Presentation from City of Berkeley Funded Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) ECHO Housing, 8. BOSS’s Application for the City of Berkeley’s CDBG Public Facility Improvement FY 2024 Program, 9. Update and Possible Action on the Arts and Housing Subcommittee
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/housing-advisory-commission
Friday, February 2, 2024 – no city meetings or events found
Saturday, February 3, 2024 - no city meetings or events found
Sunday, February 4, 2024 - no city meetings or events found
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AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm on January 29, 2024
DARFT Agenda for February 13, 2024 City Council meeting
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1608158758
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 815 8758
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.Kouyoumdjian, HR – 2nd reading amending CalPERS Contract
2.Friedrichsen, Budget Manager – 2024 State and federal Legislative Platform
3.Numainville, City Clerk – Amendments to Alternative Commissioner Regulations
4.Numainville, City Clerk – Reschedule April 16 regular council meeting to April 2
5.Hollander, Economic Development (OED) – Grant Application for $150,000 to the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA)
6.Hollander, OED – Contract $69,000 with Masako Miki Public Art Commission for Aquatic Park ceramic tile mural for Park Pathway Wall
7.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations and RFP - $90,000
8.Warhuus, HHCS – Dissolution of the Human Welfare and Community Action Commission and the Peace and Justice Commission and establishment of the Berkeley Community Action Commission
9.Warhuss, HHCS – Contract $1,379,400 with Traditions Behavioral Health for psychiatry services through 6/30/2027
10.Fong, IT - $300,000 with Compu Systems for Professional Services through 12/31/2024
11.Commission on the Status of Women – Recommendation on Public Safety/Crime Prevention for Women especially older vulnerable women (references recent muggings on BART pathways) suggestions 1 – Ashby/North Berkeley BART escorts, 2. Explore DBA & Telegraph BID Ambassadors as escorts, 3. Explore expanding Go-Go Grandparent, 4. Develop Community-wide forum on safety and crime prevention, 5. Consult with BPD on identifying locations and times of highest safety risk
AGENDA on ACTION:
12.Klein, Planning – Appeal 1960 San Antonio/645 Arlington Ave – Spring Estate Structural Alteration Permit #LMSAP22022-005
13.Arreguin – RFP for Development of West Berkeley Service Center
14.Taplin & Bartlett – Referral to City Manager and $250,000 Budget Referral for Incentives for Equitable and Affordable Middle Housing
15.Bartlett – Create a plan to leverage Berkeley arts community and cultural resources to incentivize the occupation of empty store fronts
16.Bartlett – Designate the Adeline Corridor as the Black Arts and Culture District
INFORMATION REPORTS:
17.Small Sites Program Update
18.Bay Area Housing Finance Authority and 2024 Regional Affordable Housing Bond
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for Regular 6 pm Meeting on January 30, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1600654738
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 065 4738
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
RECESS ITEMS:
1.Sprague, Fire – Purchase Order Firehouse Alerting System $175,000
2.Sprague, Fire – Reject all bids and negotiate with contractors for Berkeley Fire station landscape project No. 24-11622
AGENDA on CONSENT:
3.Klein, Planning - 2nd Reading Prevailing Wage Requirements in the Southside Plan Area add BMC 13.108 for projects exceeding 50 units or 50,000 sq ft
4.Hollander, Economic Development – 2nd Reading Expansion of the Elmwood Business Improvement District (BID) Levy Assessments in the District for 2025 and Authorize a Contract with Elmwood Business Association (EBA) to receive revenue
5.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations $200,000 (Staff uniforms and resale items for Recreation Division)
6.Sprague, Fire – Grant Application $1,100,000 from California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL Fire) Wildfire Prevention Grant to Implement an Incentive Program for Residents in Berkeley’s Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone
7.Sprague, Fire – Grant Application $99,600 to State Homeland Security Grant Program to implement CAD to CAD interface between the City of Berkeley Communications Center and the Alameda County Regional Dispatch Center
8.Sprague, Fire – Contracts total $4,000,000 for hazardous fire fuel treatment and removal 2/1/2024 – 1/30/2028 with $1,00,000 each to Julian Tree Care, Professional Tree Care, West Coast Arborist Inc, West Coast Tree Service
9.Warhuus, HHCS – Revenue Contract accept Community Service Block Grant (CSBG) Contract Number 24F-3001 for $299,495 from CA State Department of Community Services and Development 1/1/2024 – 5/31/2025
10.Warhuus, HHCS - Revenue Grant $300,000 from State of CA Tobacco Control Program for Tobacco Control Program for FY 2025
11.Expenditure Contract $159,000 Alameda County Public Health Department (Office of Dental Health) to provide dental services in BUSD 1/1/2024 – 6/30/2027
12.Warhuus, HHCS – Expenditure Contract $150,000 with Berkeley Free Clinic for Laboratory Services 7/1/2024 – 6/30/2027
13.Warhuus, HHCS – Amend Contract No. 32300149 add $30,000 total $158,315 with mySidewalk, Inc for HHCS Web-Based Population Health Data Platform through 3/4/2026
14.Warhuus, HHCS - Amend Contract No. 32300112 add $20,000 total $145,000 with Harold Dichoso for COVID-19 Outreach and Education
15.Warhuus, HHCS – Martin Luther King Jr. House RFP recommendation 1. Approve transfer from RCD to Insight Housing, 2. Extend $1,178,974 funding reservation to Insight Housing, 3. Reserve $822,014 from Housing Trust Fund to Insight Housing, 4. Waive Sections I.A.1 and IV.C.1 of Housing Trust Fund Guidelines, 5. Authorize CM to amend contracts
16.Transfer Tax Refund $95,625 for 1741-1747 Russell to Insight Housing to support renovation at 1741-1747 Russell
17.Kouyoumdjian, HR – At-Will Designations – 1. Amend BMC 4.04.120(A) designate unrepresented classifications of Employee Relations Manager and Assistant to the City Attorney as at-will, 2. Approve 5% salary differential for the Employee Relations Manager classification and modify job specification to state that the incumbent “may act as department head in the absence of the Director of Human Resources.”
18.Ferris, Parks – Donation $3,400 Memorial Bench at Cesar Chavez Park in memory of Samuel Lepie Hallward
19.Louis, Police - Amend Contract No. 31900143 extend contract due to expire 2/4/2024 by 2 years with Passport Labs Incorporated for a Parking Management System
20.Murray, Public Works – Contract $814,680 with CESCORP, dba Cal Elite Builders for Corp Yard City Fleet EV Charger Project Specification No.23-11546-C
21.Murray, Public Works – Contract $1,566,000 (includes contingency $261,000) with CESCORP, dba Cal Elite Builders for Central Library HVAC Replacement Project
22.Murray, Public Works – On-Call Contracts totaling $8,400,000 with $2,800,000 each 1/1/2024 – 6/30/2025 with 1. Hollins Consulting, Inc. (Hollins), 2. Kitchell/CEM, Inc (Kitchell), 3. O’Connor Construction Management, Inc. (OCMI)
23.Murray, Public Works – Contract $311,348 (includes $29,045 contingency) with Shaw Industries, Inc. for Civic Center Building Carpet Replacement Project
24.Murray, Public Works – Amend Contract No. 108007-1 add $650,000 total $1,073,534 with Don’s Tires Services, Inc for City fleet vehicles and extend through 6/30/2025
25.Murray, Public Works – 5 Year Lease Agreement with We Wield The Hammer at 2440 Durant in the Telegraph-Channing Mall and Garage
Council Consent Items:
26.Arreguin - City Council Committee and Regional Body Appointments through 1/31/2025
27.Hahn & Robinson - Support for ACA 4 Elections: Eligibility to Vote repeal constitutional requirement disqualifying electors incarceration for felony convictions
28.Wengraf, co-sponsors Humbert, Hahn, Harrison - Adopt Resolution urging PG&E to underground utilities in Berkeley’s VHFHSZ (Very Hire Fire Hazard Severity Zone)
AGENDA on ACTION:
29.Humbert – Budget Referral: Additional Security Cameras at Intersections Experiencing Increased Violent Crime proposed intersections: Alcatraz and College, Woolsey and Telegraph, Woolsey and Shattuck, Alcatraz and Adeline, Alcatraz and Sacramento
INFORMATION REPORTS:
30.Removed by City Manager - Warhuus, HHCS – Receive Presentation on Bay Area Housing Finance Authority (BAHFA) and its preparation for a $10 to $20 billion Regional General Obligation Affordable Housing Bond under consideration for the November 2024 election
31.LPO NOD: 2119 Marin #LMSAP2023-003
32.LPO NOD: 910 Indian Rock #LMIN2023-0002
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LAND USE CALENDAR PUBLIC HEARINGS:
- 2924 Russell 2/27/2024
- 1960 San Antonio 645 Arlington Avenue 2/13/2024
- 3000 Shattuck Avenue (Construct 10-story mixed-use building) – TBD
- January 30 at 3 pm – Ashby BART TOD (Tentative), Berkeley – El Cerrito Corridor Access Plan Presentation (tentative) (removed)
- February 6, 2024 – Office of Economic Development (OED) Dashboards Presentation
- February 13 (4 pm) – Ashby BART Transit Oriented Development
- Berkeley-El Cerrito Corridor Access Plan Presentation (tentative)
- Fire Department Standards of Coverage & Community Risk Assessment - (removed)
- BPD Annual Report (March 12 at 4 pm tentative)
- Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation
- Presentation on Homelessness/Re-Housing/Thousand-Person Plan (TBD regular agenda)
- Draft Waterfront Specific Plan– rescheduled from November 2, 2023 and February 6, 2024 to December 2024
- May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report, Wildfire Prevention Plan https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-special-meeting-eagenda-may-16-2023-6-pm
- June 20 (WS) - Climate Action Plan & Resilience Update, Berkeley Economic Dashboards Update reports available https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas/city-council-2023-06-20
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Kelly Hammargren’s summary on what happened the preceding week is posted on the What Happened page at: https://www.sustainableberkeleycoalition.com/what-happened.html and in the Berkeley Daily Planet https://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com/
The Activist’s Calendar of meetings is posted on the What’s Ahead page at: https://www.sustainableberkeleycoalition.com/whats-ahead.html
If you would like to receive the Activist’s Calendar as soon as it is completed send an email to: [email protected].If you want to receive the Activist’s Diary send an email to [email protected]. If you wish to stop receiving the weekly calendar of city meetings please forward the email you received to- [email protected] -with the request to be removed from the email list.
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For Online Public Meetings
CLOSED CAPTIONING, SAVE TRANSCRIPT OVERVIEW, DIRECTIONS and ZOOM SUPPORT LINKS:
.
ZOOM has as part of the program -(for no extra cost)- Closed Captioning (CC). It turns computer voice recognition into a text transcript. Closed Captioning and show full transcript and the save option are only available when the person setting up the ZOOM meeting has activated these options. If you don’t see CC ask for it. If it can’t be activated for the current meeting ask for it for future meetings.
The accuracy of the Closed Captioning is affected by background noise and other factors, The CC and transcript will not be perfect, but most of the time reading through it the few odd words, can be deciphered--for example "Shattuck" was transcribed as Shadow in one recent transcript.
For the online attendee, the full transcript is only available from the time the attendee activates Show Full Transcript. But if you sit through a meeting and then remember 10 minutes before it is over to click on Show Full Transcript you will only get the last 10 minutes, not the full transcript – So click often on both Save Transcript and on Save to Folder during the meeting for best results.
When you click on Show Full Transcript it will allow you to scroll up and down, so if want to go back and see what was said earlier you can do that during the meeting while the transcript is running.
At the bottom of the transcript when we as attendees are allowed to save there will be a button for, "Save Transcript," you can click on the button repeatedly throughout the meeting and it will just overwrite and update the full transcript. Clicking on the Save Transcript repeatedly as the meeting is coming to an end is important because once the host ends the meeting, the transcript is gone if you didn't save it.
Near the end of the meeting, after you click on "Save Transcript," click on "Save to Folder." The meeting transcript will show up (as a download to your desktop) in a separate box as a text file. (These text files are not large.) After you have done your last Save Transcript and Save to Folder (after the meeting is over) you can rename the new transcript folder on your computer, and save it (re-read or send or share it).
Remember, allowing us attendees to save the meeting transcript does not require the public meeting host to save the transcript (for public record.)
Here is the link to ZOOM Support for how to set up Closed Captioning for a meeting or webinar:
https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/8158738379917#h_01GHWATNVPW5FR304S2SVGXN2X
Here is the link to ZOOM Support for attendees in how to save Closed Captions:
https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/360060958752-Using-save-captions#h_01F5XW3BGWJAKJFWCHPPZGBD70
How to convert a YouTube video into a transcript
Copy the YouTube url into the box with “enter a youtube url” and click on go https://youtubetranscript.com/
The transcript (not perfect, but very close) will appear instantaneously
January 21 - January 28, 2024
Worth Noting:
Goto meetings and agenda items are bolded.
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
Directions with links to ZOOM support for activating Closed Captioning and Save Transcript are at the bottom of this calendar.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, January 21, 2024 - no city meetings or events found
Monday, January 22, 2024
CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 10 am
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1616910770
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 691 0770
AGENDA: All items on CONSENT
1.Call for a Special Election for April 16, 2024 to fill the City Council District 7 Vacancy
2.Amendment to Council Rules of Procedure and Decorum – Amplified Sound and Decorum
3.Temporary Hiatus for City Council Policy Committees from January 22 – March 1 with certain exceptions due to vacancy in District 7.
https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-special-meeting-eagenda-january-22-2024
MINDFULNESS WORKSHOP SERIES from 4 – 5:30 pm
REGISTER: use link
In-Person: at 1900 Sixth Street, West Berkeley Wellness Center
WORKSHOP: Every Monday January 22 – March 18 on Mindfulness ages 11 and up
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/free-mindfulness-workshop-series
Tuesday, January 23, 2024
SOLANO AVENUE BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT Advisory Board at 10 am
In-Person: 1801 Solano, Mechanics Bank
AGENDA: 4. 2024 Workplans, equity, parking and sidewalks, Peralta Services Feedback, 5. Public comment.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/solano-avenue-business-improvement-district-advisory-board
CITY COUNCIL Closed Session at 3 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/160421762
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 421 7623
AGENDA: 1. Conference with legal counsel anticipated litigation a. Worker’s Comp ADJ16352062, 2. Conference with legal counsel pending litigation a. SEIU Local 1021 CSU/PTRLA b. City of Berkeley Arb No. 21-0278, 3. Conference with Labor Negotiators, Labor Organizations Berkeley Fire fighters Local 1227 I.A.F.F., Berkeley Fire fighters Local 1227 I.A.F.F. / Berkeley Chief Fire Officers Association, Berkeley Police Association, SEIU 1021 Community Services and Part-time Recreation Activity Leaders, SEIU 1021 Maintenance and Clerical, Public Employee Union Local 1, Unrepresented Employees, 4. Conference with legal counsel anticipated litigation – Berkeley People’s Alliance (relates to conduct of city council meetings).
https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-closed-meeting-eagenda-january-23-2024
CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1613079321
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 307 9321
AGENDA: Re-Imagining Public Safety Update
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Wednesday, January 24, 2024
SAN PABLO SPECIFIC PLAN OPEN HOUSE from 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
In-Person: at 1701 San Pablo, Berkeley Adult School
AGENDA: PRESENTATION from 5:30 – 6 pm followed with open house from 6 pm until 7:30 pm
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/san-pablo-avenue-specific-plan-open-house
HOUSING ADVISORY COMMISSION (HAC) CDBG Subcommittee at 1:30 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1611764563?pwd=SnVnU0x4dU5HaURGcmpINUhjVFZNZz09
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-435-1820 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 176 4563 Passcode: 534703
AGENDA: 4. FY2025 – FY2028 Community Agency Request for RFP
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/housing-advisory-commission
ENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATE COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. Update from staff on BESO, Just Transition Pilot, 7. Presentation on Native Plants and Pest Reduction, 8. 2024 Draft Workplan, 9. Reports from Commission Liasons, 10 Subcommittee Updates a. Vehicle Miles Traveled, Native Plants, Electrification.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/environment-and-climate-commission
POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD at 6:30 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82653396072
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 826 5339 6072
AGENDA: 3. Public comment on non-agenda and agenda items, 5. Staff Reports, Chair and Board Reports, Chief of Police Reports, 8. Subcommittee reports, 9. Legislative Updates, 10. New Business, a. Elections, b. Recap of 50th Anniversary of Civilian Oversight, c. 2024 PAB Strategic Planning session, d. Report on Policy Complaint No. 2023-PR-0009, e. Presentation of new ODPA Policy Complaint No. 2024-PR-0001, f. BPD MOU with other agencies, 11. Public Comment, 12 Closed Session.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
DISASTER and FIRE SAFETY COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 997 Cedar, Fire Department Division of Training Classroom
AGENDA: 2. Fire Department Staff Report, 4. Workplan
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/disaster-and-fire-safety-commission
DISPLACEMENT CERTIFICATE Application Assistance Appointments from 12 – 3 pm
Relates to application for affordable housing preferences. Use this link for overview of eligibility: https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/affordable-housing-berkeley/apply-affordable-housing-preferences
Use this link to register for an appointment: https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/displacement-certificate-application-assistance-appointments-0
4 x 4 JOINT TASK FORCE COMMITTEE on HOUSING – Cancelled
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION - Cancelled
Thursday, January 25, 2024
BUDGET and FINANCE at 10 am
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1606002506
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 600 2506
AGENDA: 1. Williams-Ridley - Federal and state Legislative Update, 2. Radu, CM Office - State of California Encampment Resolution Funding Program – Round 3.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-budget-finance
COMMUNITY HEALTH COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
In-Person: 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 7. 2024 Workplan, 8. City council referral on Long Term Care Facility Oversight.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/community-health-commission
MENTAL HEALTH COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 3. SCU Update, 4. Cares First, Jails Last Update, 5. Proposal for Early Intervention in Psychosis Program, 6. Meeting calendar, 7. Proposal to establish subcommittee concerning statewide effort to build residential facilities, 8. Revisit conducting meetings in hybrid format, Mental Health Manager Report.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/mental-health-commission
ZONING ADJUSTMENT BOARD at 7 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84697222602
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171
Meeting ID: 846 9722 2602
AGENDA:
2.2587 Telegraph (between Parker & Blake) – on consent – Use Permit #ZP2023-0068 – State Density Project SB 330 - demolish 2-story retail building and construct 8-story 112,562 sq ft mixed-use with 52 units including 6 very low-income units, 78 long term, 6 short term bicycle parking spaces. (In lieu fee for remaining low income units to meet Berkeley 20% requirement not provided in documents) Ground floor commercial is proposed with floor height of 13 feet instead of standard 15 feet making building look top heavy and out of place with neighboring buildings.
3.1840 Woolsey – on consent – Use Permit #ZP2023-0127 – convert existing 920 sq ft 2nd floor office space of single-family dwelling unit into a separate dwelling unit. No changes to height and structure.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zoning-adjustments-board
Friday, January 26, 2024 – no city meetings or events found
Saturday, January 27, 2024 - no city meetings or events found
Sunday, January 28, 2024 - no city meetings or events found
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for Regular 6 pm Meeting on January 30, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1600654738
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 065 4738
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
RECESS ITEMS:
1.Sprague, Fire – Purchase Order Firehouse Alerting System $175,000
2.Sprague, Fire – Reject all bids and negotiate with contractors for Berkeley Fire station landscape project No. 24-11622
AGENDA on CONSENT:
3.Klein, Planning - 2nd Reading Prevailing Wage Requirements in the Southside Plan Area add BMC 13.108 for projects exceeding 50 units or 50,000 sq ft
4.Hollander, Economic Development – 2nd Reading Expansion of the Elmwood Business Improvement District (BID) Levy Assessments in the District for 2025 and Authorize a Contract with Elmwood Business Association (EBA) to receive revenue
5.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations $200,000 (Staff uniforms and resale items for Recreation Division)
6.Sprague, Fire – Grant Application $1,100,000 from California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL Fire) Wildfire Prevention Grant to Implement an Incentive Program for Residents in Berkeley’s Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone
7.Sprague, Fire – Grant Application $99,600 to State Homeland Security Grant Program to implement CAD to CAD interface between the City of Berkeley Communications Center and the Alameda County Regional Dispatch Center
8.Sprague, Fire – Contracts total $4,000,000 for hazardous fire fuel treatment and removal 2/1/2024 – 1/30/2028 with $1,00,000 each to Julian Tree Care, Professional Tree Care, West Coast Arborist Inc, West Coast Tree Service
9.Warhuus, HHCS – Revenue Contract accept Community Service Block Grant (CSBG) Contract Number 24F-3001 for $299,495 from CA State Department of Community Services and Development 1/1/2024 – 5/31/2025
10.Warhuus, HHCS - Revenue Grant $300,000 from State of CA Tobacco Control Program for Tobacco Control Program for FY 2025
11.Expenditure Contract $159,000 Alameda County Public Health Department (Office of Dental Health) to provide dental services in BUSD 1/1/2024 – 6/30/2027
12.Warhuus, HHCS – Expenditure Contract $150,000 with Berkeley Free Clinic for Laboratory Services 7/1/2024 – 6/30/2027
13.Warhuus, HHCS – Amend Contract No. 32300149 add $30,000 total $158,315 with mySidewalk, Inc for HHCS Web-Based Population Health Data Platform through 3/4/2026
14.Warhuus, HHCS - Amend Contract No. 32300112 add $20,000 total $145,000 with Harold Dichoso for COVID-19 Outreach and Education
15.Warhuus, HHCS – Martin Luther King Jr. House RFP recommendation 1. Approve transfer from RCD to Insight Housing, 2. Extend $1,178,974 funding reservation to Insight Housing, 3. Reserve $822,014 from Housing Trust Fund to Insight Housing, 4. Waive Sections I.A.1 and IV.C.1 of Housing Trust Fund Guidelines, 5. Authorize CM to amend contracts
16.Transfer Tax Refund $95,625 for 1741-1747 Russell to Insight Housing to support renovation at 1741-1747 Russell
17.Kouyoumdjian, HR – At-Will Designations – 1. Amend BMC 4.04.120(A) designate unrepresented classifications of Employee Relations Manager and Assistant to the City Attorney as at-will, 2. Approve 5% salary differential for the Employee Relations Manager classification and modify job specification to state that the incumbent “may act as department head in the absence of the Director of Human Resources.”
18.Ferris, Parks – Donation $3,400 Memorial Bench at Cesar Chavez Park in memory of Samuel Lepie Hallward
19.Louis, Police - Amend Contract No. 31900143 extend contract due to expire 2/4/2024 by 2 years with Passport Labs Incorporated for a Parking Management System
20.Murray, Public Works – Contract $814,680 with CESCORP, dba Cal Elite Builders for Corp Yard City Fleet EV Charger Project Specification No.23-11546-C
21.Murray, Public Works – Contract $1,566,000 (includes contingency $261,000) with CESCORP, dba Cal Elite Builders for Central Library HVAC Replacement Project
22.Murray, Public Works – On-Call Contracts totaling $8,400,000 with $2,800,000 each 1/1/2024 – 6/30/2025 with 1. Hollins Consulting, Inc. (Hollins), 2. Kitchell/CEM, Inc (Kitchell), 3. O’Connor Construction Management, Inc. (OCMI)
23.Murray, Public Works – Contract $311,348 (includes $29,045 contingency) with Shaw Industries, Inc. for Civic Center Building Carpet Replacement Project
24.Murray, Public Works – Amend Contract No. 108007-1 add $650,000 total $1,073,534 with Don’s Tires Services, Inc for City fleet vehicles and extend through 6/30/2025
25.Murray, Public Works – 5 Year Lease Agreement with We Wield The Hammer at 2440 Durant in the Telegraph-Channing Mall and Garage
Council Consent Items:
26.Arreguin - City Council Committee and Regional Body Appointments through 1/31/2025
27.Hahn & Robinson - Support for ACA 4 Elections: Eligibility to Vote repeal constitutional requirement disqualifying electors incarceration for felony convictions
28.Wengraf, co-sponsors Humbert, Hahn, Harrison - Adopt Resolution urging PG&E to underground utilities in Berkeley’s VHFHSZ (Very Hire Fire Hazard Severity Zone)
AGENDA on ACTION:
29.Humbert – Budget Referral: Additional Security Cameras at Intersections Experiencing Increased Violent Crime proposed intersections: Alcatraz and College, Woolsey and Telegraph, Woolsey and Shattuck, Alcatraz and Adeline, Alcatraz and Sacramento
INFORMATION REPORTS:
30.Removed by City Manager - Warhuus, HHCS – Receive Presentation on Bay Area Housing Finance Authority (BAHFA) and its preparation for a $10 to $20 billion Regional General Obligation Affordable Housing Bond under consideration for the November 2024 election
31.LPO NOD: 2119 Marin #LMSAP2023-003
32.LPO NOD: 910 Indian Rock #LMIN2023-0002
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LAND USE CALENDAR PUBLIC HEARINGS:
Worth Noting:
Goto meetings and agenda items are bolded.
- Monday:
- At 10 am City Council holds a special meeting in the hybrid format with item 2 rules for conduct at public meetings.
- At 4 pm the 8-part series on Mindfulness begins. Registration required.
- Tuesday: A
- t 10 am the Solano BID meets in person.
- At 3 pm City Council holds a closed session in the hybrid format with agenda item 4 relating to council meetings and public participation.
- At 6 pm City Council holds a special meeting on Re-imagining Public Safety update
- Wednesday:
- At 5:30 pm is the in person San Pablo Specific Plan Presentation and Open House.
- At 1:30 pm is an online HAC subcommittee meeting.
- At 6 pm the Environment and Climate Commission meets in person.
- At 6:30 pm the PAB meets in the hybrid format.
- At 7 pm the Disaster and Fire Safety Commission meets in person.
- From 12 – 3 pm the City offers appointments for displacement certificates. Pre-registration for appointments required.
- Thursday:
- At 10 am the Budget & Finance Committee meets in the hybrid format.
- At 6:30 pm the Community Health Department meets in person.
- At 7 pm the Mental Health Commission meets in person.
- At 7 pm the ZAB meets in the hybrid format. Note the 2587 Telegraph project chopped 2 feet off of the standard height for ground floor commercial (13 foot height instead of 15 foot height).
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
Directions with links to ZOOM support for activating Closed Captioning and Save Transcript are at the bottom of this calendar.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, January 21, 2024 - no city meetings or events found
Monday, January 22, 2024
CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 10 am
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1616910770
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 691 0770
AGENDA: All items on CONSENT
1.Call for a Special Election for April 16, 2024 to fill the City Council District 7 Vacancy
2.Amendment to Council Rules of Procedure and Decorum – Amplified Sound and Decorum
3.Temporary Hiatus for City Council Policy Committees from January 22 – March 1 with certain exceptions due to vacancy in District 7.
https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-special-meeting-eagenda-january-22-2024
MINDFULNESS WORKSHOP SERIES from 4 – 5:30 pm
REGISTER: use link
In-Person: at 1900 Sixth Street, West Berkeley Wellness Center
WORKSHOP: Every Monday January 22 – March 18 on Mindfulness ages 11 and up
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/free-mindfulness-workshop-series
Tuesday, January 23, 2024
SOLANO AVENUE BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT Advisory Board at 10 am
In-Person: 1801 Solano, Mechanics Bank
AGENDA: 4. 2024 Workplans, equity, parking and sidewalks, Peralta Services Feedback, 5. Public comment.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/solano-avenue-business-improvement-district-advisory-board
CITY COUNCIL Closed Session at 3 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/160421762
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 421 7623
AGENDA: 1. Conference with legal counsel anticipated litigation a. Worker’s Comp ADJ16352062, 2. Conference with legal counsel pending litigation a. SEIU Local 1021 CSU/PTRLA b. City of Berkeley Arb No. 21-0278, 3. Conference with Labor Negotiators, Labor Organizations Berkeley Fire fighters Local 1227 I.A.F.F., Berkeley Fire fighters Local 1227 I.A.F.F. / Berkeley Chief Fire Officers Association, Berkeley Police Association, SEIU 1021 Community Services and Part-time Recreation Activity Leaders, SEIU 1021 Maintenance and Clerical, Public Employee Union Local 1, Unrepresented Employees, 4. Conference with legal counsel anticipated litigation – Berkeley People’s Alliance (relates to conduct of city council meetings).
https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-closed-meeting-eagenda-january-23-2024
CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1613079321
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 307 9321
AGENDA: Re-Imagining Public Safety Update
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Wednesday, January 24, 2024
SAN PABLO SPECIFIC PLAN OPEN HOUSE from 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
In-Person: at 1701 San Pablo, Berkeley Adult School
AGENDA: PRESENTATION from 5:30 – 6 pm followed with open house from 6 pm until 7:30 pm
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/san-pablo-avenue-specific-plan-open-house
HOUSING ADVISORY COMMISSION (HAC) CDBG Subcommittee at 1:30 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1611764563?pwd=SnVnU0x4dU5HaURGcmpINUhjVFZNZz09
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-435-1820 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 176 4563 Passcode: 534703
AGENDA: 4. FY2025 – FY2028 Community Agency Request for RFP
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/housing-advisory-commission
ENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATE COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. Update from staff on BESO, Just Transition Pilot, 7. Presentation on Native Plants and Pest Reduction, 8. 2024 Draft Workplan, 9. Reports from Commission Liasons, 10 Subcommittee Updates a. Vehicle Miles Traveled, Native Plants, Electrification.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/environment-and-climate-commission
POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD at 6:30 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82653396072
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 826 5339 6072
AGENDA: 3. Public comment on non-agenda and agenda items, 5. Staff Reports, Chair and Board Reports, Chief of Police Reports, 8. Subcommittee reports, 9. Legislative Updates, 10. New Business, a. Elections, b. Recap of 50th Anniversary of Civilian Oversight, c. 2024 PAB Strategic Planning session, d. Report on Policy Complaint No. 2023-PR-0009, e. Presentation of new ODPA Policy Complaint No. 2024-PR-0001, f. BPD MOU with other agencies, 11. Public Comment, 12 Closed Session.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
DISASTER and FIRE SAFETY COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 997 Cedar, Fire Department Division of Training Classroom
AGENDA: 2. Fire Department Staff Report, 4. Workplan
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/disaster-and-fire-safety-commission
DISPLACEMENT CERTIFICATE Application Assistance Appointments from 12 – 3 pm
Relates to application for affordable housing preferences. Use this link for overview of eligibility: https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/affordable-housing-berkeley/apply-affordable-housing-preferences
Use this link to register for an appointment: https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/displacement-certificate-application-assistance-appointments-0
4 x 4 JOINT TASK FORCE COMMITTEE on HOUSING – Cancelled
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION - Cancelled
Thursday, January 25, 2024
BUDGET and FINANCE at 10 am
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1606002506
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 600 2506
AGENDA: 1. Williams-Ridley - Federal and state Legislative Update, 2. Radu, CM Office - State of California Encampment Resolution Funding Program – Round 3.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-budget-finance
COMMUNITY HEALTH COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
In-Person: 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 7. 2024 Workplan, 8. City council referral on Long Term Care Facility Oversight.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/community-health-commission
MENTAL HEALTH COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 3. SCU Update, 4. Cares First, Jails Last Update, 5. Proposal for Early Intervention in Psychosis Program, 6. Meeting calendar, 7. Proposal to establish subcommittee concerning statewide effort to build residential facilities, 8. Revisit conducting meetings in hybrid format, Mental Health Manager Report.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/mental-health-commission
ZONING ADJUSTMENT BOARD at 7 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84697222602
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171
Meeting ID: 846 9722 2602
AGENDA:
2.2587 Telegraph (between Parker & Blake) – on consent – Use Permit #ZP2023-0068 – State Density Project SB 330 - demolish 2-story retail building and construct 8-story 112,562 sq ft mixed-use with 52 units including 6 very low-income units, 78 long term, 6 short term bicycle parking spaces. (In lieu fee for remaining low income units to meet Berkeley 20% requirement not provided in documents) Ground floor commercial is proposed with floor height of 13 feet instead of standard 15 feet making building look top heavy and out of place with neighboring buildings.
3.1840 Woolsey – on consent – Use Permit #ZP2023-0127 – convert existing 920 sq ft 2nd floor office space of single-family dwelling unit into a separate dwelling unit. No changes to height and structure.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zoning-adjustments-board
Friday, January 26, 2024 – no city meetings or events found
Saturday, January 27, 2024 - no city meetings or events found
Sunday, January 28, 2024 - no city meetings or events found
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for Regular 6 pm Meeting on January 30, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1600654738
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 065 4738
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
RECESS ITEMS:
1.Sprague, Fire – Purchase Order Firehouse Alerting System $175,000
2.Sprague, Fire – Reject all bids and negotiate with contractors for Berkeley Fire station landscape project No. 24-11622
AGENDA on CONSENT:
3.Klein, Planning - 2nd Reading Prevailing Wage Requirements in the Southside Plan Area add BMC 13.108 for projects exceeding 50 units or 50,000 sq ft
4.Hollander, Economic Development – 2nd Reading Expansion of the Elmwood Business Improvement District (BID) Levy Assessments in the District for 2025 and Authorize a Contract with Elmwood Business Association (EBA) to receive revenue
5.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations $200,000 (Staff uniforms and resale items for Recreation Division)
6.Sprague, Fire – Grant Application $1,100,000 from California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL Fire) Wildfire Prevention Grant to Implement an Incentive Program for Residents in Berkeley’s Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone
7.Sprague, Fire – Grant Application $99,600 to State Homeland Security Grant Program to implement CAD to CAD interface between the City of Berkeley Communications Center and the Alameda County Regional Dispatch Center
8.Sprague, Fire – Contracts total $4,000,000 for hazardous fire fuel treatment and removal 2/1/2024 – 1/30/2028 with $1,00,000 each to Julian Tree Care, Professional Tree Care, West Coast Arborist Inc, West Coast Tree Service
9.Warhuus, HHCS – Revenue Contract accept Community Service Block Grant (CSBG) Contract Number 24F-3001 for $299,495 from CA State Department of Community Services and Development 1/1/2024 – 5/31/2025
10.Warhuus, HHCS - Revenue Grant $300,000 from State of CA Tobacco Control Program for Tobacco Control Program for FY 2025
11.Expenditure Contract $159,000 Alameda County Public Health Department (Office of Dental Health) to provide dental services in BUSD 1/1/2024 – 6/30/2027
12.Warhuus, HHCS – Expenditure Contract $150,000 with Berkeley Free Clinic for Laboratory Services 7/1/2024 – 6/30/2027
13.Warhuus, HHCS – Amend Contract No. 32300149 add $30,000 total $158,315 with mySidewalk, Inc for HHCS Web-Based Population Health Data Platform through 3/4/2026
14.Warhuus, HHCS - Amend Contract No. 32300112 add $20,000 total $145,000 with Harold Dichoso for COVID-19 Outreach and Education
15.Warhuus, HHCS – Martin Luther King Jr. House RFP recommendation 1. Approve transfer from RCD to Insight Housing, 2. Extend $1,178,974 funding reservation to Insight Housing, 3. Reserve $822,014 from Housing Trust Fund to Insight Housing, 4. Waive Sections I.A.1 and IV.C.1 of Housing Trust Fund Guidelines, 5. Authorize CM to amend contracts
16.Transfer Tax Refund $95,625 for 1741-1747 Russell to Insight Housing to support renovation at 1741-1747 Russell
17.Kouyoumdjian, HR – At-Will Designations – 1. Amend BMC 4.04.120(A) designate unrepresented classifications of Employee Relations Manager and Assistant to the City Attorney as at-will, 2. Approve 5% salary differential for the Employee Relations Manager classification and modify job specification to state that the incumbent “may act as department head in the absence of the Director of Human Resources.”
18.Ferris, Parks – Donation $3,400 Memorial Bench at Cesar Chavez Park in memory of Samuel Lepie Hallward
19.Louis, Police - Amend Contract No. 31900143 extend contract due to expire 2/4/2024 by 2 years with Passport Labs Incorporated for a Parking Management System
20.Murray, Public Works – Contract $814,680 with CESCORP, dba Cal Elite Builders for Corp Yard City Fleet EV Charger Project Specification No.23-11546-C
21.Murray, Public Works – Contract $1,566,000 (includes contingency $261,000) with CESCORP, dba Cal Elite Builders for Central Library HVAC Replacement Project
22.Murray, Public Works – On-Call Contracts totaling $8,400,000 with $2,800,000 each 1/1/2024 – 6/30/2025 with 1. Hollins Consulting, Inc. (Hollins), 2. Kitchell/CEM, Inc (Kitchell), 3. O’Connor Construction Management, Inc. (OCMI)
23.Murray, Public Works – Contract $311,348 (includes $29,045 contingency) with Shaw Industries, Inc. for Civic Center Building Carpet Replacement Project
24.Murray, Public Works – Amend Contract No. 108007-1 add $650,000 total $1,073,534 with Don’s Tires Services, Inc for City fleet vehicles and extend through 6/30/2025
25.Murray, Public Works – 5 Year Lease Agreement with We Wield The Hammer at 2440 Durant in the Telegraph-Channing Mall and Garage
Council Consent Items:
26.Arreguin - City Council Committee and Regional Body Appointments through 1/31/2025
27.Hahn & Robinson - Support for ACA 4 Elections: Eligibility to Vote repeal constitutional requirement disqualifying electors incarceration for felony convictions
28.Wengraf, co-sponsors Humbert, Hahn, Harrison - Adopt Resolution urging PG&E to underground utilities in Berkeley’s VHFHSZ (Very Hire Fire Hazard Severity Zone)
AGENDA on ACTION:
29.Humbert – Budget Referral: Additional Security Cameras at Intersections Experiencing Increased Violent Crime proposed intersections: Alcatraz and College, Woolsey and Telegraph, Woolsey and Shattuck, Alcatraz and Adeline, Alcatraz and Sacramento
INFORMATION REPORTS:
30.Removed by City Manager - Warhuus, HHCS – Receive Presentation on Bay Area Housing Finance Authority (BAHFA) and its preparation for a $10 to $20 billion Regional General Obligation Affordable Housing Bond under consideration for the November 2024 election
31.LPO NOD: 2119 Marin #LMSAP2023-003
32.LPO NOD: 910 Indian Rock #LMIN2023-0002
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LAND USE CALENDAR PUBLIC HEARINGS:
- 2924 Russell 2/27/2024
- 1960 San Antonio 645 Arlington Avenue 2/13/2024
- 3000 Shattuck Avenue (Construct 10-story mixed-use building) – TBD
- January 23, 2024 – Re-Imagining Public Safety Update (special meeting)
- January 30 at 3 pm – Ashby BART TOD (Tentative), Berkeley – El Cerrito Corridor Access Plan Presentation (tentative)
- February 6, 2024 – Office of Economic Development (OED) Dashboards Presentation
- February 6, 2024 - Draft Waterfront Specific Plan (tentative) – rescheduled from November 2, 2023)
- Fire Department Standards of Coverage & Community Risk Assessment - (removed)
- Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation
- Presentation on Homelessness/Re-Housing/Thousand-Person Plan (TBD regular agenda)
- May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report, Wildfire Prevention Plan https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-special-meeting-eagenda-may-16-2023-6-pm
- June 20 (WS) - Climate Action Plan & Resilience Update, Berkeley Economic Dashboards Update reports available https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas/city-council-2023-06-20
January 14 - January 21, 2024
Worth Noting:
City Council returns from winter recess on Tuesday.
Cancelled meetings: Civic Arts Commission, Design Review Committee. Commission on Labor no agenda posted – probable cancellation.
Directions with links to ZOOM support for activating Closed Captioning and Save Transcript are at the bottom of this calendar.
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, January 14, 2024 - no City meetings or events found
Monday, January 15, 2024 – Martin Luther King Jr Holiday – all City offices closed
Tuesday, January 16, 2024
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1608547170
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 854 7170
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 1/30/2024 draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda below at the end of the list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Worksessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, REFERRED ITEMS FOR REVIEW: 8. Discussion and Possible Action on City Council Rules of Decorum Procedural Rules, and Remote Public Comments, 9. Harrison, co-sponsor Bartlett – Amend BMC 3.78 To Expand Eligibility Requirements for Representatives of The Poor to Serve on The Human Welfare and Community Action Commission or any successor commission, to consider the current geographic information of poverty in Berkeley, 10. City Council Legislative Systems Redesign, UNSCHEDULED ITEMS: 11. Modifications or Improvements to City Council Meeting Procedures, 12. Strengthening and Supporting City Commission: Guidance on Development of Legislative Proposals, 13. Discussion and Recommendations on the Continued Use of the Berkeley Considers Online Engagement Portal.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1619411775
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 941 1775
AGENDA: Use the link and choose the html option or see the agenda listed at the end of the calendar.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION - Cancelled
Wednesday, January 17, 2024
CIVIC ARTS GRANT WEBINAR: ARTS PROGRAMS #1 from 11 am – 12 pm
AGENDA: Grants guidelines and application process
Register and Information at: https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/civic-arts-grant-webinar-arts-programs-1
COMMISSION on AGING at 1:30 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: Presentation/Updates 1. Tenant Policies by Leah Simon-Weisberg, Berkeley Rent Board, 2. Senior Services, Discussion/Action Items: 1. Data on housing aging homeless, 2. Peoples Park update, 3. 24/7 use of public paths by pedestrians and bicyclists for the purpose of transportation, 4. Ohlone Greenway Safety and Modernization Project, 5. Mixed population in housing for the aging.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-aging
PLANNING COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 10. Public Hearing: Demolition Ordinance
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/planning-commission
COMMISSION on LABOR at 7 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: NO AGENDA POSTED check Tuesday if meeting is on or cancelled.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-labor
COMMISSION on the STATUS of WOMEN at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 5. Presentation on title IX and Affirmative Consent with Q & A, 6. Possible Presentation on sex Trafficking, 7. Update from Small Business Subcommittee
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-status-women
Thursday, January 18, 2024
ZERO WASTE COMMISSION at 5:30 pm
In-Person: at 1326 Allston, City of Berkeley Corporation Yard, Ratcliff Building, Willow Room
AGENDA: Discussion & Action Items: 1. Update on the Zero Waste Stragetic Plan, 2. Subcommittee report Green Building Requirement, 3. SB-54 and opposition to the Taxpayer Protection and Government Accountability Act, 4. Form Sub-Committee to propose Special Events Ordinance, 5. Legislative Update.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zero-waste-commission
DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE - Cancelled
FAIR CAMPAIGN PRACTICES & OPEN GOVERNMENT COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 4th Floor
AGENDA: 6. Mandated cost of living adjustments 1) threshold for filing quarterly campaign reports for ballot measure committees; 2) threshold for listing “top four” contributors on certain campaign communications, 7. Special election to fill City Council District 7 vacancy,
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/fair-campaign-practices-commission
TRANSPORTATION and INFRASTRUCTURE COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 1. Informational Briefing on the Ohlone Greenway Safety Improvements Project, (discussion no action)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/transportation-and-infrastructure-commission
RENT BOARD at 7 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86351823870?pwd=6u9aivTslet7SqNRO_IBL3QRcsH57w.WN9X-NdkqPRvYdDc
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9171
Meeting ID: 863 5182 Passcode: 662299
AGENDA: 5.d. Waiver of late registration penalties, 6. Appeal Case No. T-6046 (2218 Durant, Unit 7) (will not be heard before 7:30 pm, 7. Action Items: a. 1) Demolition Ordinance Application, 2) Update on the Empty Homes Tax, b. Utility Tax
https://rentboard.berkeleyca.gov/elected-rent-board/rent-board-meetings
Friday, January 19, 2024
CIVIC ARTS GRANT WEBINAR: CAPITAL PROJECTS from 11 am – 12 pm
AGENDA: Webinar will cover guidelines and the application process.
Register and Information at: https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/civic-arts-grant-webinar-capital-projects
CLIMATE EMERGENCY MOBILIZATION TASK FORCE from 9 am – 12 pm
Webinar is virtual
RSVP at: https://www.cemtf.org/event/climate-gender
AGENDA: Climate and Gender.
(Webinar is free though donations are appreciated to continue programming)
https://www.cemtf.org/
Saturday, January 20, 2024 - no City meetings or events found
Sunday, January 21, 2024 - no City meetings or events found
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AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm on January 16, 2024
1/30/2024 DRAFT AGENDA
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1608547170
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 854 7170
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
RECESS ITEMS:
1.Sprague, Fire – Purchase Order Firehouse Alerting System $175,000
2.Sprague, Fire – Reject all bids and negotiate with contractors for Berkeley Fire station landscape project No. 24-11622
AGENDA on CONSENT:
3.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations $200,000
4.Sprague, Fire – Grant Application $1,100,000 from California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL Fire) Wildfire Prevention Grant to Implement an Incentive Program for Residents in Berkeley’s Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone
5.Sprague, Fire – Grant Application $99,600 to State Homeland Security Grant Program to implement CAD to CAD interface between the City of Berkeley Communications Center and the Alameda County Regional Dispatch Center
6.Sprague, Fire – Contracts total $4,000,000 for hazardous fire fuel treatment and removal 2/1/2024 – 1/30/2028 with $1,00,000 each to Julian Tree Care, Professional Tree Care, West Coast Arborist Inc, West Coast Tree Service
7.Warhuus, HHCS – Revenue Contract accept Community Service Block Grant (CSBG) Contract Number 24F-3001 for $299,495 from CA State Department of Community Services and Development 1/1/2024 – 5/31/2025
8.Warhuus, HHCS - Revenue Grant $300,000 from State of CA Tobacco Control Program for Tobacco Control Program for FY 2025
9.Expenditure Contract $159,000 Alameda County Public Health Department (Office of Dental Health) to provide dental services in BUSD 1/1/2024 – 6/30/2027
10.Warhuus, HHCS – Expenditure Contract $150,000 with Berkeley Free Clinic for Laboratory Services 7/1/2024 – 6/30/2027
11.Warhuus, HHCS – Amend Contract No. 32300149 add $30,000 total $158,315 with mySidewalk, Inc for HHCS Web-Based Population Health Data Platform through 3/4/2026
12.Warhuus, HHCS - Amend Contract No. 32300112 add $20,000 total $145,000 with Harold Dichoso for COVID-19 Outreach and Education
13.Warhuus, HHCS – Martin Luther King Jr. House RFP recommendation 1. Approve transfer from RCD to Insight Housing, 2. Extend $1,178,974 funding reservation to Insight Housing, 3. Reserve $822,014 from Housing Trust Fund to Insight Housing, 4. Waive Sections I.A.1 and IV.C.1 of Housing Trust Fund Guidelines, 5. Authorize CM to amend contracts
14.Transfer Tax Refund $95,625 for 1741-1747 Russell to Insight Housing to support renovation at 1741-1747 Russell
15.Kouyoumdjian, HR – At-Will Designations – 1. Amend BMC 4.04.120(A) designate unrepresented classifications of Employee Relations Manager and Assistant to the City Attorney as at-will, 2. Approve 5% salary differential for the Employee Relations Manager classification and modify job specification to state that the incumbent “may act as department head in the absence of the Director of Human Resources.”
16.Ferris, Parks – Donation $3,400 Memorial Bench at Cesar Chavez Park in memory of Samuel Lepie Hallward
17.Louis, Police - Amend Contract No. 31900143 extend contract due to expire 2/4/2024 by 2 years with Passport Labs Incorporated for a Parking Management System
18.Murray, Public Works – Contract $814,680 with CESCORP, dba Cal Elite Builders for Corp Yard City Fleet EV Charger Project Specification No.23-11546-C
19.Murray, Public Works – Contract $1,566,000 (includes contingency $261,000) with CESCORP, dba Cal Elite Builders for Central Library HVAC Replacement Project
20.Murray, Public Works – On-Call Contracts totaling $8,400,000 with $2,800,000 each 1/1/2024 – 6/30/2025 with 1. Hollins Consulting, Inc. (Hollins), 2. Kitchell/CEM, Inc (Kitchell), 3. O’Connor Construction Management, Inc. (OCMI)
21.Murray, Public Works – Contract $311,348 (includes $29,045 contingency) with Shaw Industries, Inc. for Civic Center Building Carpet Replacement Project
22.Murray, Public Works – Amend Contract No. 108007-1 add $650,000 total $1,073,534 with Don’s Tires Services, Inc for City fleet vehicles and extend through 6/30/2025
23.Murray, Public Works – 5 Year Lease Agreement with We Wield The Hammer at 2440 Durant in the Telegraph-Channing Mall and Garage
24.Arreguin - City Council Committee and Regional Body Appointments through 1/31/2025
25.Hahn & Robinson - Support for ACA 4 Elections: Eligibility to Vote repeal constitutional requirement disqualifying electors incarceration for felony convictions
AGENDA on ACTION:
26.Warhuus, HHCS – Receive Presentation on Bay Area Housing Finance Authority (BAHFA) and its preparation for a $10 to $20 billion Regional General Obligation Affordable Housing Bond under consideration for the November 2024 election
27.Klein Planning – Proposed Amendments to the Building Emissions Saving Ordinance (BESO) 1. Amend BMC 19.81 to establish a flexible building performance standard for small residential buildings containing up to 4 units, 2. Adopt a resolution setting forth findings of local conditions that justify a building performance standard for Berkeley’s small residential buildings
28.Wengraf, co-sponsors Humbert, Hahn - Adopt Resolution urging PG&E to underground utilities in Berkeley’s VHFHSZ (Very Hire Fire Hazard Severity Zone)
29.Humbert – Budget Referral: Additional Security Cameras at Intersections Experiencing Increased Violent Crime proposed intersections: Alcatraz and College, Woolsey and Telegraph, Woolsey and Shattuck, Alcatraz and Adeline, Alcatraz and Sacramento
INFORMATION REPORTS:
30.LPO NOD: 2119 Marin #LMSAP2023-003
31.LPO NOD: 910 Indian Rock #LMIN2023-0002
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for Regular 6 pm Meeting on January 16, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1619411775
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 941 1775
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.2nd reading FY 2024 Annual Appropriations Ordinance No. 7,892-N.S. $270355,759 (gross) and $258,134,257 (net)
2.Minutes for Approval
3.Radu, CM Office - Grant $60,000 All animals Grant Award from Koret Shelter Medicine Program at UC Davis
4.Radu, CM Office – Amend Contract No. R9710 with City of Piedmont for Animal services. City of Piedmont will pay the City of Berkeley $196,572 for services performed from FY 2024 – FY 2026, revised maximum $708,388
5.Radu, CM Office – Extension of Declaration of Homeless Shelter Crisis to January 17, 2029
6.Hollander, Economic Development – Grant $30,000 Accept Grant from the National Endowment for the Arts for a new Civic Arts grant program totaling $60,000 to begin in FY 2025
7.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations $3,434,341, Advanced Medical Response Unit $525,000, Towing Services $90,000, Ohlone Park Restroom and Lighting T1 Funds $966,200, Lorin & Gilman Parking Benefit District(s) Formation Services, Fleet Vehicle Washing Services $300,000, Mental health support and consultation services for home visiting and case management $100,000
8.Warhuus, HHCS – Contract $70,000 with Healthy Black Families for Housing Preference Policy Outreach and Education from 1/17/2024 – 1/17/2025
9.Warhuus, HHCS – Amend Contract No. 32300203 add $73,060 total $172,600 with Hansine Fisher & Associates for Targeted Race Management (TCM) from 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2024
10.Warhuus, HHCS – Amend Contract No. 32300134 Bonita House for Specialized Care Unit Provider add $11,500 of State Crisis Care Mobile Units (CCMU) grant funding total $4,579,500
11.Warhuus, HHCS – Revenue Contract $920,557 with BUSD to conduct first aid services at BHS Health Center 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2028
12.Kouyoumdjian, Human Resources - Correct Effective Date for Salary Range Adjustments from 1/1/2023 to 12/1/2022 for Senior Building Maintenance Supervisor, Senior Equipment Supervisor, Senior Public Works Supervisor and Senior Solid Waste Supervisor amenda Resolutions No. 70,993-N.S.
13.Fong, IT – Amend Contract No. 32200162-1 $230,000 total $275,000 with ThirdWave Corporation for Professional Services through 6/30/2025
14.Fong, IT – Amend Contract No. 32100080 add $270,000 total $757,249 with Assetworks LLC Software Modules and Professional Services to provide additional modules and professional services and extend through December 2028
15.Ferris, Parks - Grant Application for $535,000 to Caltrans Sustainable Transportation Grant Program for I80 at Aquatic Park Tide Tube Renovation Project
16.Ferris, Parks – Grant Application to Cal Fire Wildfire Prevention Grants Program to mitigate hazardous tree conditions at Berkeley overnight camps
17.Ferris, Parks – 3 Contracts total $162,000 for As-needed Derelict Vessel and Debris Removal and Disposal Services 1/17/2024 – 1/16/2026, 1. Lind Marine $162,000, 2. Power Engineering Construction $162,000m 3. Silverado Contractors $162,000
18.Klein, Planning - Adopt 1st reading Prevailing Wage Requirements in the Southside Plan Area add BMC 13.108 for projects exceeding 50 units or 50,000 sq ft
19.Wong, Auditor – Contract $100,000 with Ethico for Whistleblower Hotline and Case Management Services from 2/1/2023 – 1/31/2027
Council Consent Items:
20.Arreguin & Kesarwani (authors), co-sponsors Hahn, Wengraf – RFP for Development of West Berkeley Service Center at 1900 Sixth Street
21.Bartlett, co-sponsor Hahn – Relinquishment of funds for Black History Month Event to Juneteenth Association, Inc 501(c)3
22.Hahn, co-sponsor Robinson – Support Installation Permanent Chess/Games Tables on Telegraph and Propose Resolution of Concerns at 2454 Telegraph
23.Hahn, Co-sponsor Humbert, Bartlett, Arreguin – Install 3-way Stop at the Intersection of Hopkins and McGee
24.Wengraf, co-sponsor Hahn, Kesarwani – Resolution Support of City of Berkeley for Proposition 1
25.Robinson & Harrison authors, co-sponsor Hahn – Referral to City Manager for Policies to Accommodate Chess Club
ACTION CALENDAR:
26.Hollander, Economic Development – Expansion of the Elmwood Business Improvement District (BID) Levy Assessments in the District for 2025 and Authorize a Contract with Elmwood Business Association (EBA) to receive revenue
27.Kouyoumdjian, Human Resources – Amending the Miscellaneous CalPERS Contract to (a) Eliminate PEPRA Cost Sharing for Unrepresented Employee (b) Add Paramedic and Limited Term EMT to Safety Category
28.Cardwell, CM Office – Consideration for BHS Staff Parking
29.Robinson, Bartlett & Taplin (authors) – Neighborhood-Scale Commercial
30.Harrison – (to be moved to consent to reschedule to date certain) Adopt Ordinance adding BMC 12.75 to Establish Protections Relating to Horses Held, Owned, Used, Exhibited or Otherwise Kept for Racing or Other Sport Entertainment or Profit
INFORMATION REPORTS:
31.Friedrichsen, Budget Manager – FY 2023 Preliminary Year-End Status
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LAND USE CALENDAR PUBLIC HEARINGS:
Worth Noting:
City Council returns from winter recess on Tuesday.
- Tuesday:
- At 2:30 pm the agenda Committee meets in the hybrid format. Item 10 in the agenda Legislative Redesign is proposed to focus on mandatory guidelines for major council items per Hahn.
- At 6 pm the City Council meets in the hybrid format, Item 23- Stop sign at McGee Hopkins and Item 25-Chess Club are on consent.
- Wednesday:
- From 11 am – 12 pm is the online Arts Program webinar on grants.
- At 1:30 pm the Commission on aging meets in person.
- At 6 pm the Planning Commission meets in person and holds a hearing on the Demolition Ordinance.
- At 7 pm the Commission on the Status of Women meets in person.
- Thursday:
- At 5:30 pm the Zero Waste Commission meets in person.
- At 6:30 pm the Fair Campaign Practices and Open Government Commission meets in person.
- At 7 pm the Transportation Commission meets in person and will receive a presentation on the Ohlone Greenway improvements.
- At 7 pm the Rent Board meets in the hybrid format.
- Friday:
- From 9 am – 12 pm the Climate Emergency Mobilization Task Force online webinar is on Climate and Gender.
- From 11 am – 12 pm Civic Arts offers an online webinar on Capital Projects Grants.
Cancelled meetings: Civic Arts Commission, Design Review Committee. Commission on Labor no agenda posted – probable cancellation.
Directions with links to ZOOM support for activating Closed Captioning and Save Transcript are at the bottom of this calendar.
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, January 14, 2024 - no City meetings or events found
Monday, January 15, 2024 – Martin Luther King Jr Holiday – all City offices closed
Tuesday, January 16, 2024
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1608547170
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 854 7170
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 1/30/2024 draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda below at the end of the list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Worksessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, REFERRED ITEMS FOR REVIEW: 8. Discussion and Possible Action on City Council Rules of Decorum Procedural Rules, and Remote Public Comments, 9. Harrison, co-sponsor Bartlett – Amend BMC 3.78 To Expand Eligibility Requirements for Representatives of The Poor to Serve on The Human Welfare and Community Action Commission or any successor commission, to consider the current geographic information of poverty in Berkeley, 10. City Council Legislative Systems Redesign, UNSCHEDULED ITEMS: 11. Modifications or Improvements to City Council Meeting Procedures, 12. Strengthening and Supporting City Commission: Guidance on Development of Legislative Proposals, 13. Discussion and Recommendations on the Continued Use of the Berkeley Considers Online Engagement Portal.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1619411775
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 941 1775
AGENDA: Use the link and choose the html option or see the agenda listed at the end of the calendar.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION - Cancelled
Wednesday, January 17, 2024
CIVIC ARTS GRANT WEBINAR: ARTS PROGRAMS #1 from 11 am – 12 pm
AGENDA: Grants guidelines and application process
Register and Information at: https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/civic-arts-grant-webinar-arts-programs-1
COMMISSION on AGING at 1:30 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: Presentation/Updates 1. Tenant Policies by Leah Simon-Weisberg, Berkeley Rent Board, 2. Senior Services, Discussion/Action Items: 1. Data on housing aging homeless, 2. Peoples Park update, 3. 24/7 use of public paths by pedestrians and bicyclists for the purpose of transportation, 4. Ohlone Greenway Safety and Modernization Project, 5. Mixed population in housing for the aging.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-aging
PLANNING COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 10. Public Hearing: Demolition Ordinance
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/planning-commission
COMMISSION on LABOR at 7 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: NO AGENDA POSTED check Tuesday if meeting is on or cancelled.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-labor
COMMISSION on the STATUS of WOMEN at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 5. Presentation on title IX and Affirmative Consent with Q & A, 6. Possible Presentation on sex Trafficking, 7. Update from Small Business Subcommittee
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-status-women
Thursday, January 18, 2024
ZERO WASTE COMMISSION at 5:30 pm
In-Person: at 1326 Allston, City of Berkeley Corporation Yard, Ratcliff Building, Willow Room
AGENDA: Discussion & Action Items: 1. Update on the Zero Waste Stragetic Plan, 2. Subcommittee report Green Building Requirement, 3. SB-54 and opposition to the Taxpayer Protection and Government Accountability Act, 4. Form Sub-Committee to propose Special Events Ordinance, 5. Legislative Update.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zero-waste-commission
DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE - Cancelled
FAIR CAMPAIGN PRACTICES & OPEN GOVERNMENT COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 4th Floor
AGENDA: 6. Mandated cost of living adjustments 1) threshold for filing quarterly campaign reports for ballot measure committees; 2) threshold for listing “top four” contributors on certain campaign communications, 7. Special election to fill City Council District 7 vacancy,
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/fair-campaign-practices-commission
TRANSPORTATION and INFRASTRUCTURE COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 1. Informational Briefing on the Ohlone Greenway Safety Improvements Project, (discussion no action)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/transportation-and-infrastructure-commission
RENT BOARD at 7 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86351823870?pwd=6u9aivTslet7SqNRO_IBL3QRcsH57w.WN9X-NdkqPRvYdDc
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9171
Meeting ID: 863 5182 Passcode: 662299
AGENDA: 5.d. Waiver of late registration penalties, 6. Appeal Case No. T-6046 (2218 Durant, Unit 7) (will not be heard before 7:30 pm, 7. Action Items: a. 1) Demolition Ordinance Application, 2) Update on the Empty Homes Tax, b. Utility Tax
https://rentboard.berkeleyca.gov/elected-rent-board/rent-board-meetings
Friday, January 19, 2024
CIVIC ARTS GRANT WEBINAR: CAPITAL PROJECTS from 11 am – 12 pm
AGENDA: Webinar will cover guidelines and the application process.
Register and Information at: https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/civic-arts-grant-webinar-capital-projects
CLIMATE EMERGENCY MOBILIZATION TASK FORCE from 9 am – 12 pm
Webinar is virtual
RSVP at: https://www.cemtf.org/event/climate-gender
AGENDA: Climate and Gender.
(Webinar is free though donations are appreciated to continue programming)
https://www.cemtf.org/
Saturday, January 20, 2024 - no City meetings or events found
Sunday, January 21, 2024 - no City meetings or events found
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AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm on January 16, 2024
1/30/2024 DRAFT AGENDA
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1608547170
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 854 7170
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
RECESS ITEMS:
1.Sprague, Fire – Purchase Order Firehouse Alerting System $175,000
2.Sprague, Fire – Reject all bids and negotiate with contractors for Berkeley Fire station landscape project No. 24-11622
AGENDA on CONSENT:
3.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations $200,000
4.Sprague, Fire – Grant Application $1,100,000 from California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL Fire) Wildfire Prevention Grant to Implement an Incentive Program for Residents in Berkeley’s Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone
5.Sprague, Fire – Grant Application $99,600 to State Homeland Security Grant Program to implement CAD to CAD interface between the City of Berkeley Communications Center and the Alameda County Regional Dispatch Center
6.Sprague, Fire – Contracts total $4,000,000 for hazardous fire fuel treatment and removal 2/1/2024 – 1/30/2028 with $1,00,000 each to Julian Tree Care, Professional Tree Care, West Coast Arborist Inc, West Coast Tree Service
7.Warhuus, HHCS – Revenue Contract accept Community Service Block Grant (CSBG) Contract Number 24F-3001 for $299,495 from CA State Department of Community Services and Development 1/1/2024 – 5/31/2025
8.Warhuus, HHCS - Revenue Grant $300,000 from State of CA Tobacco Control Program for Tobacco Control Program for FY 2025
9.Expenditure Contract $159,000 Alameda County Public Health Department (Office of Dental Health) to provide dental services in BUSD 1/1/2024 – 6/30/2027
10.Warhuus, HHCS – Expenditure Contract $150,000 with Berkeley Free Clinic for Laboratory Services 7/1/2024 – 6/30/2027
11.Warhuus, HHCS – Amend Contract No. 32300149 add $30,000 total $158,315 with mySidewalk, Inc for HHCS Web-Based Population Health Data Platform through 3/4/2026
12.Warhuus, HHCS - Amend Contract No. 32300112 add $20,000 total $145,000 with Harold Dichoso for COVID-19 Outreach and Education
13.Warhuus, HHCS – Martin Luther King Jr. House RFP recommendation 1. Approve transfer from RCD to Insight Housing, 2. Extend $1,178,974 funding reservation to Insight Housing, 3. Reserve $822,014 from Housing Trust Fund to Insight Housing, 4. Waive Sections I.A.1 and IV.C.1 of Housing Trust Fund Guidelines, 5. Authorize CM to amend contracts
14.Transfer Tax Refund $95,625 for 1741-1747 Russell to Insight Housing to support renovation at 1741-1747 Russell
15.Kouyoumdjian, HR – At-Will Designations – 1. Amend BMC 4.04.120(A) designate unrepresented classifications of Employee Relations Manager and Assistant to the City Attorney as at-will, 2. Approve 5% salary differential for the Employee Relations Manager classification and modify job specification to state that the incumbent “may act as department head in the absence of the Director of Human Resources.”
16.Ferris, Parks – Donation $3,400 Memorial Bench at Cesar Chavez Park in memory of Samuel Lepie Hallward
17.Louis, Police - Amend Contract No. 31900143 extend contract due to expire 2/4/2024 by 2 years with Passport Labs Incorporated for a Parking Management System
18.Murray, Public Works – Contract $814,680 with CESCORP, dba Cal Elite Builders for Corp Yard City Fleet EV Charger Project Specification No.23-11546-C
19.Murray, Public Works – Contract $1,566,000 (includes contingency $261,000) with CESCORP, dba Cal Elite Builders for Central Library HVAC Replacement Project
20.Murray, Public Works – On-Call Contracts totaling $8,400,000 with $2,800,000 each 1/1/2024 – 6/30/2025 with 1. Hollins Consulting, Inc. (Hollins), 2. Kitchell/CEM, Inc (Kitchell), 3. O’Connor Construction Management, Inc. (OCMI)
21.Murray, Public Works – Contract $311,348 (includes $29,045 contingency) with Shaw Industries, Inc. for Civic Center Building Carpet Replacement Project
22.Murray, Public Works – Amend Contract No. 108007-1 add $650,000 total $1,073,534 with Don’s Tires Services, Inc for City fleet vehicles and extend through 6/30/2025
23.Murray, Public Works – 5 Year Lease Agreement with We Wield The Hammer at 2440 Durant in the Telegraph-Channing Mall and Garage
24.Arreguin - City Council Committee and Regional Body Appointments through 1/31/2025
25.Hahn & Robinson - Support for ACA 4 Elections: Eligibility to Vote repeal constitutional requirement disqualifying electors incarceration for felony convictions
AGENDA on ACTION:
26.Warhuus, HHCS – Receive Presentation on Bay Area Housing Finance Authority (BAHFA) and its preparation for a $10 to $20 billion Regional General Obligation Affordable Housing Bond under consideration for the November 2024 election
27.Klein Planning – Proposed Amendments to the Building Emissions Saving Ordinance (BESO) 1. Amend BMC 19.81 to establish a flexible building performance standard for small residential buildings containing up to 4 units, 2. Adopt a resolution setting forth findings of local conditions that justify a building performance standard for Berkeley’s small residential buildings
28.Wengraf, co-sponsors Humbert, Hahn - Adopt Resolution urging PG&E to underground utilities in Berkeley’s VHFHSZ (Very Hire Fire Hazard Severity Zone)
29.Humbert – Budget Referral: Additional Security Cameras at Intersections Experiencing Increased Violent Crime proposed intersections: Alcatraz and College, Woolsey and Telegraph, Woolsey and Shattuck, Alcatraz and Adeline, Alcatraz and Sacramento
INFORMATION REPORTS:
30.LPO NOD: 2119 Marin #LMSAP2023-003
31.LPO NOD: 910 Indian Rock #LMIN2023-0002
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for Regular 6 pm Meeting on January 16, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1619411775
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 941 1775
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.2nd reading FY 2024 Annual Appropriations Ordinance No. 7,892-N.S. $270355,759 (gross) and $258,134,257 (net)
2.Minutes for Approval
3.Radu, CM Office - Grant $60,000 All animals Grant Award from Koret Shelter Medicine Program at UC Davis
4.Radu, CM Office – Amend Contract No. R9710 with City of Piedmont for Animal services. City of Piedmont will pay the City of Berkeley $196,572 for services performed from FY 2024 – FY 2026, revised maximum $708,388
5.Radu, CM Office – Extension of Declaration of Homeless Shelter Crisis to January 17, 2029
6.Hollander, Economic Development – Grant $30,000 Accept Grant from the National Endowment for the Arts for a new Civic Arts grant program totaling $60,000 to begin in FY 2025
7.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations $3,434,341, Advanced Medical Response Unit $525,000, Towing Services $90,000, Ohlone Park Restroom and Lighting T1 Funds $966,200, Lorin & Gilman Parking Benefit District(s) Formation Services, Fleet Vehicle Washing Services $300,000, Mental health support and consultation services for home visiting and case management $100,000
8.Warhuus, HHCS – Contract $70,000 with Healthy Black Families for Housing Preference Policy Outreach and Education from 1/17/2024 – 1/17/2025
9.Warhuus, HHCS – Amend Contract No. 32300203 add $73,060 total $172,600 with Hansine Fisher & Associates for Targeted Race Management (TCM) from 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2024
10.Warhuus, HHCS – Amend Contract No. 32300134 Bonita House for Specialized Care Unit Provider add $11,500 of State Crisis Care Mobile Units (CCMU) grant funding total $4,579,500
11.Warhuus, HHCS – Revenue Contract $920,557 with BUSD to conduct first aid services at BHS Health Center 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2028
12.Kouyoumdjian, Human Resources - Correct Effective Date for Salary Range Adjustments from 1/1/2023 to 12/1/2022 for Senior Building Maintenance Supervisor, Senior Equipment Supervisor, Senior Public Works Supervisor and Senior Solid Waste Supervisor amenda Resolutions No. 70,993-N.S.
13.Fong, IT – Amend Contract No. 32200162-1 $230,000 total $275,000 with ThirdWave Corporation for Professional Services through 6/30/2025
14.Fong, IT – Amend Contract No. 32100080 add $270,000 total $757,249 with Assetworks LLC Software Modules and Professional Services to provide additional modules and professional services and extend through December 2028
15.Ferris, Parks - Grant Application for $535,000 to Caltrans Sustainable Transportation Grant Program for I80 at Aquatic Park Tide Tube Renovation Project
16.Ferris, Parks – Grant Application to Cal Fire Wildfire Prevention Grants Program to mitigate hazardous tree conditions at Berkeley overnight camps
17.Ferris, Parks – 3 Contracts total $162,000 for As-needed Derelict Vessel and Debris Removal and Disposal Services 1/17/2024 – 1/16/2026, 1. Lind Marine $162,000, 2. Power Engineering Construction $162,000m 3. Silverado Contractors $162,000
18.Klein, Planning - Adopt 1st reading Prevailing Wage Requirements in the Southside Plan Area add BMC 13.108 for projects exceeding 50 units or 50,000 sq ft
19.Wong, Auditor – Contract $100,000 with Ethico for Whistleblower Hotline and Case Management Services from 2/1/2023 – 1/31/2027
Council Consent Items:
20.Arreguin & Kesarwani (authors), co-sponsors Hahn, Wengraf – RFP for Development of West Berkeley Service Center at 1900 Sixth Street
21.Bartlett, co-sponsor Hahn – Relinquishment of funds for Black History Month Event to Juneteenth Association, Inc 501(c)3
22.Hahn, co-sponsor Robinson – Support Installation Permanent Chess/Games Tables on Telegraph and Propose Resolution of Concerns at 2454 Telegraph
23.Hahn, Co-sponsor Humbert, Bartlett, Arreguin – Install 3-way Stop at the Intersection of Hopkins and McGee
24.Wengraf, co-sponsor Hahn, Kesarwani – Resolution Support of City of Berkeley for Proposition 1
25.Robinson & Harrison authors, co-sponsor Hahn – Referral to City Manager for Policies to Accommodate Chess Club
ACTION CALENDAR:
26.Hollander, Economic Development – Expansion of the Elmwood Business Improvement District (BID) Levy Assessments in the District for 2025 and Authorize a Contract with Elmwood Business Association (EBA) to receive revenue
27.Kouyoumdjian, Human Resources – Amending the Miscellaneous CalPERS Contract to (a) Eliminate PEPRA Cost Sharing for Unrepresented Employee (b) Add Paramedic and Limited Term EMT to Safety Category
28.Cardwell, CM Office – Consideration for BHS Staff Parking
29.Robinson, Bartlett & Taplin (authors) – Neighborhood-Scale Commercial
30.Harrison – (to be moved to consent to reschedule to date certain) Adopt Ordinance adding BMC 12.75 to Establish Protections Relating to Horses Held, Owned, Used, Exhibited or Otherwise Kept for Racing or Other Sport Entertainment or Profit
INFORMATION REPORTS:
31.Friedrichsen, Budget Manager – FY 2023 Preliminary Year-End Status
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LAND USE CALENDAR PUBLIC HEARINGS:
- 2924 Russell 2/27/2024
- 1960 San Antonio 645 Arlington Avenue 2/13/2024
- 3000 Shattuck Avenue (Construct 10-story mixed-use building) – TBD
- January 23, 2024 – Re-Imagining Public Safety Update (special meeting)
- January 30 at 3 pm – Ashby BART TOD (Tentative), Berkeley – El Cerrito Corridor Access Plan Presentation (tentative)
- February 6, 2024 – Office of Economic Development (OED) Dashboards Presentation
- February 6, 2024 - Draft Waterfront Specific Plan (tentative) – rescheduled from November 2, 2023)
- Fire Department Standards of Coverage & Community Risk Assessment - (removed)
- Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation
- Presentation on Homelessness/Re-Housing/Thousand-Person Plan (TBD regular agenda)
- May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report, Wildfire Prevention Plan https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-special-meeting-eagenda-may-16-2023-6-pm
- June 20 (WS) - Climate Action Plan & Resilience Update, Berkeley Economic Dashboards Update reports available https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas/city-council-2023-06-20
January 7 - January 14, 2024
Worth Noting:
City Council is on winter recess through January 15, 2024. The City Council agenda for January 16 is available for comment and follows the list of meetings by day of the week.
Directions with links to ZOOM support for activating Closed Captioning and Save Transcript are at the bottom of this calendar.
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, January 7, 2024 – no meetings or events found
Monday, January 8, 2024
HUMAN WELFARE and COMMUNITY ACTION COMMISSION at 5:30 pm
In-Person: 2180 Milvia
AGENDA: Election of Low-income Representatives, 7. Review City of Berkeley funded agency Program and Financial reports a. J-Sei program and financial reports, 8. Discussion of rights and responsibilities of the HWCAC, 9. Discussion and possible action on holding hybrid commission meetings, 10. Discussion on Public Reverse Mortgage, 11. Discussion of Fire Chief’s Report and Implications.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/human-welfare-and-community-action-commission
PEACE and JUSTICE at 7 pm
In-Person: 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 8. Proposal for a roundtable/workshop on community action in support of peace with justice in Israel and Palestine, 9. Discussion and Update on the Peace and Justice Merger.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/peace-and-justice-commission
PERSONNEL BOARD at 7 pm
In-Person: 1301 Shattuck, Live Oak Community, Creekside Room
AGENDA: At will designations – Employee Relations Manager and Assistant to the City Attorney.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/personnel-board
YOUTH COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
In-Person: 1730 Oregon, Martin Luther King Jr. Youth Services Center/YAP
AGENDA: 10. Berkeley High School Restroom Survey responses update and create a plan.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/youth-commission
Tuesday, January 9, 2024
Wednesday, January 10, 2024
COMMISSION on DISABILITY at 5 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Dining Room
AGENDA: 7. Welcome new CoD members, 8. February election of CoD officers, 9. Log of Access Complaints, 10. ADA Coordinator Role and current vacant Director of Public Works positions, 12. Presentation: Tyler Hawes, CivicBell on Virtual speaker Cards, 13. Accessibility of speakers’ lectern at City Council & BUSD meetings, 14. Work Plan, 15. Preferred meeting room, Carried over items: a. Civic Center Subcommittee Briefing, b. Safer pathways map of Berkeley.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-disability
CIVIC ARTS GRANT WEBINAR: INDIVIDUAL ARTIST PROJECTS from 5:30 – 6:30 pm
Register: use link
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/civic-arts-grant-webinar-individual-artist-projects-0
HOMELESS SERVICES PANEL of EXPERTS at 7 pm
IN-PERSON: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Juniper Room
AGENDA: Discussion of the FY 2025- 2028 Community Agency Funding Process, 7. Meeting schedule.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/homeless-services-panel-experts
PARKS, RECREATION, and WATERFRONT COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: 2800 Park, Frances Albrier Community Center
AGENDA: 6. Public comment, 7. Chair’s Report, 8. Director’s Report, Budget, 9. PRW meeting calendar, 10. Inclusionary Playgrounds, 11. Ribbon cutting, APWA women in construction, 12. New City Parks, 13. Trash pickup at parks, 14. Updates to waiver of Berth Fees Reso.66,544-N.S., 15. Upcoming Waterfront Parking Study, Update on Waterfront Specific Plan.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/parks-recreation-and-waterfront-commission
POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD at 6:30 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82653396072
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 826 5339 6072
AGENDA: 3. Public comment on agenda and non-agenda items, 4. Minutes, OPDA staff report, Chair and Board reports, 7. Chief of Police Report, 8. Subcommittee reports, 9. Legislative and policy update, CA Legislation/Case Law, City of Berkeley Ordinance, BPD Lexipol Policies, 10. New Business, Nomination for Chair, Vice-Chair, b. Presentation New Policy Complaint 2023-PR-0009, followed with closed session.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
Thursday, January 11, 2024
MOVE YA BODY! Free Dance Fitness Series from 4:30 – 5:30 pm
In-Person: at 1900 Sixth St, West Berkeley Family wellness Center
Register: use link
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/move-ya-body-free-dance-fitness-series
BOARD OF LIBRARY TRUSTEES Special Meeting at 6:30 pm
(Agenda states Thursday, January 11, 2024)
In Person: at 1125 University, West Branch Library
AGENDA: Action Calendar: III. A. Strategic Plan Adoption, B. Proposed Personnel Budget FY 2025-26 – Library Tax Fund
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
MENTAL HEALTH COMMISSION is published as meeting the 2nd Thursday of the month at 7 pm. No agenda/meeting announcement is posted. Check for meeting status after Monday.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/mental-health-commission
ZONING ADJUSTMENT BOARD at 7 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86410805900
Teleconference: 1-669-44-9171 or 1-699-900-6833
Meeting ID: 864 1080 5900
AGENDA: 2. 2420 Shattuck – on consent request to continue to date uncertain – Use Permit #ZP2023-0008 – demolish 2 existing 2-story commercial buildings, merge 2 lots, and construct 17 story (181 feet) 77,733 sq ft mixed-use building with 132 dwelling units (including 14 very low-income density bonus units) 2,314 sq ft ground floor commercial SB 330 project
3. 2110 McKinley – on consent – Use Permit #ZP2023-0146 – raise the single-family dwelling by 3 ft that exceeds the maximum allowed lot
4. 2113-2115 Kittredge – on action staff recommend approve – Use Permit # ZP2022-01444 – demolish commercial building on a landmarked site (preserving the front façade former California movie theater) and construct 18-story (203 feet with 8 ft, 4 in parapet) 160,734 sq ft, mixed-use building with 211 dwelling units (including 22 very low income density bonus qualifying units) and a 24,273 sq ft live theater space. SB 330 project.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zoning-adjustments-board
Friday, January 12, 2024
CIVIC ARTS GRANT WEBINAR” COMMUNITY FESTIVALS from 11 am – 12 pm
Register: use link
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/civic-arts-grant-webinar-community-festivals
Saturday, January 13, 2024
BERKELEY NEIGHBORHOODS COUNCIL at 10 am
Videoconference:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/4223188307?pwd=dFlNMVlVZ2d6b0FnSHh3ZlFwV2NMdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 422 318 8307 Passcode: 521161
AGENDA: No agenda posted, check later in week
https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/
Sunday, January 14, 2024 - no meetings or events found
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for Regular 6 pm Meeting on January 16, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1619411775
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 941 1775
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.2nd reading FY 2024 Annual Appropriations Ordinance No. 7,892-N.S. $270355,759 (gross) and $258,134,257 (net)
2.Minutes for Approval
3.Radu, CM Office - Grant $60,000 All animals Grant Award from Koret Shelter Medicine Program at UC Davis
4.Radu, CM Office – Amend Contract No. R9710 with City of Piedmont for Animal services. City of Piedmont will pay the City of Berkeley $196,572 for services performed from FY 2024 – FY 2026, revised maximum $708,388
5.Radu, CM Office – Extension of Declaration of Homeless Shelter Crisis to January 17, 2029
6.Hollander, Economic Development – Grant $30,000 Accept Grant from the National Endowment for the Arts for a new Civic Arts grant program totaling $60,000 to begin in FY 2025
7.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations $3,434,341, Advanced Medical Response Unit $525,000, Towing Services $90,000, Ohlone Park Restroom and Lighting T1 Funds $966,200, Lorin & Gilman Parking Benefit District(s) Formation Services, Fleet Vehicle Washing Services $300,000, Mental health support and consultation services for home visiting and case management $100,000
8.Warhuus, HHCS – Contract $70,000 with Healthy Black Families for Housing Preference Policy Outreach and Education from 1/17/2024 – 1/17/2025
9.Warhuus, HHCS – Amend Contract No. 32300203 add $73,060 total $172,600 with Hansine Fisher & Associates for Targeted Race Management (TCM) from 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2024
10.Warhuus, HHCS – Amend Contract No. 32300134 Bonita House for Specialized Care Unit Provider add $11,500 of State Crisis Care Mobile Units (CCMU) grant funding total $4,579,500
11.Warhuus, HHCS – Revenue Contract $920,557 with BUSD to conduct first aid services at BHS Health Center 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2028
12.Kouyoumdjian, Human Resources - Correct Effective Date for Salary Range Adjustments from 1/1/2023 to 12/1/2022 for Senior Building Maintenance Supervisor, Senior Equipment Supervisor, Senior Public Works Supervisor and Senior Solid Waste Supervisor amenda Resolutions No. 70,993-N.S.
13.Fong, IT – Amend Contract No. 32200162-1 $230,000 total $275,000 with ThirdWave Corporation for Professional Services through 6/30/2025
14.Fong, IT – Amend Contract No. 32100080 add $270,000 total $757,249 with Assetworks LLC Software Modules and Professional Services to provide additional modules and professional services and extend through December 2028
15.Ferris, Parks - Grant Application for $535,000 to Caltrans Sustainable Transportation Grant Program for I80 at Aquatic Park Tide Tube Renovation Project
16.Ferris, Parks – Grant Application to Cal Fire Wildfire Prevention Grants Program to mitigate hazardous tree conditions at Berkeley overnight camps
17.Ferris, Parks – 3 Contracts total $162,000 for As-needed Derelict Vessel and Debris Removal and Disposal Services 1/17/2024 – 1/16/2026, 1. Lind Marine $162,000, 2. Power Engineering Construction $162,000m 3. Silverado Contractors $162,000
18.Klein, Planning - Adopt 1st reading Prevailing Wage Requirements in the Southside Plan Area add BMC 13.108 for projects exceeding 50 units or 50,000 sq ft
19.Wong, Auditor – Contract $100,000 with Ethico for Whistleblower Hotline and Case Management Services from 2/1/2023 – 1/31/2027
Council Consent Items:
20.Arreguin & Kesarwani (authors), co-sponsors Hahn, Wengraf – RFP for Development of West Berkeley Service Center at 1900 Sixth Street
21.Bartlett, co-sponsor Hahn – Relinquishment of funds for Black History Month Event to Juneteenth Association, Inc 501(c)3
22.Hahn, co-sponsor Robinson – Support Installation Permanent Chess/Games Tables on Telegraph and Propose Resolution of Concerns at 2454 Telegraph
23.Hahn, Co-sponsor Humbert, Bartlett, Arreguin – Install 3-way Stop at the Intersection of Hopkins and McGee
24.Wengraf, co-sponsor Hahn, Kesarwani – Resolution Support of City of Berkeley for Proposition 1
25.Robinson & Harrison authors, co-sponsor Hahn – Referral to City Manager for Policies to Accommodate Chess
ACTION CALENDAR:
26.Hollander, Economic Development – Expansion of the Elmwood Business Improvement District (BID) Levy Assessments in the District for 2025 and Authorize a Contract with Elmwood Business Association (EBA) to receive revenue
27.Kouyoumdjian, Human Resources – Amending the Miscellaneous CalPERS Contract to (a) Eliminate PEPRA Cost Sharing for Unrepresented Employee (b) Add Paramedic and Limited Term EMT to Safety Category
28.Cardwell, CM Office – Consideration for BHS Staff Parking
29.Robinson, Bartlett & Taplin (authors) – Neighborhood-Scale Commercial
30.Harrison – (to be moved to consent to reschedule to date certain) Adopt Ordinance adding BMC 12.75 to Establish Protections Relating to Horses Held, Owned, Used, Exhibited or Otherwise Kept for Racing or Other Sport Entertainment or Profit
INFORMATION REPORTS:
31.Friedrichsen, Budget Manager – FY 2023 Preliminary Year-End Status
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LAND USE CALENDAR PUBLIC HEARINGS:
Worth Noting:
City Council is on winter recess through January 15, 2024. The City Council agenda for January 16 is available for comment and follows the list of meetings by day of the week.
- Monday:
- At 5:30 pm the Human Welfare and Community Action Commission meets in person. Agenda includes reverse mortgage and Fire Chief’s report.
- At 6:30 pm the Youth Commission meets in person.
- At 7 pm the Peace and Justice Commission meets in person. Agenda includes a proposal for a panel on peace and justice in Israel and Palestine.
- At 7 pm the Personnel Board meets in person.
- Wednesday:
- At 5 pm the Commission on Disability meets in person.
- From 5:30 – 6:30 pm there is a webinar on individual artist project grants. Use link in calendar to register.
- At 6:30 pm the Police Accountability Board meets in the hybrid format.
- At 7 pm the Homeless Panel of Experts meets in person.
- At 7 pm the Parks, Recreation and Waterfront Commission meets in person. Agenda includes parking study and update on the Waterfront Plan.
- Thursday:
- From 4:30 – 5:30 pm there is a free Dance Fitness Series at the Wellness Center. Use link to register.
- At 6:30 pm the Board of Library Trustees meets in person.
- At 7 pm the Zoning Adjustment Board meets in the hybrid format.
- The Mental Health Commission usually meets the 2nd Thursday of the month check after Monday for meeting status.
- Friday: From 11 am – 12 pm there is a Webinar on Community festivals. Use link in the calendar to register.
- Saturday: Berkeley Neighborhoods Council usually meets the 2nd Saturday at 10 am on zoom. Check later in the week for the agenda and meeting status.
Directions with links to ZOOM support for activating Closed Captioning and Save Transcript are at the bottom of this calendar.
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, January 7, 2024 – no meetings or events found
Monday, January 8, 2024
HUMAN WELFARE and COMMUNITY ACTION COMMISSION at 5:30 pm
In-Person: 2180 Milvia
AGENDA: Election of Low-income Representatives, 7. Review City of Berkeley funded agency Program and Financial reports a. J-Sei program and financial reports, 8. Discussion of rights and responsibilities of the HWCAC, 9. Discussion and possible action on holding hybrid commission meetings, 10. Discussion on Public Reverse Mortgage, 11. Discussion of Fire Chief’s Report and Implications.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/human-welfare-and-community-action-commission
PEACE and JUSTICE at 7 pm
In-Person: 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 8. Proposal for a roundtable/workshop on community action in support of peace with justice in Israel and Palestine, 9. Discussion and Update on the Peace and Justice Merger.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/peace-and-justice-commission
PERSONNEL BOARD at 7 pm
In-Person: 1301 Shattuck, Live Oak Community, Creekside Room
AGENDA: At will designations – Employee Relations Manager and Assistant to the City Attorney.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/personnel-board
YOUTH COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
In-Person: 1730 Oregon, Martin Luther King Jr. Youth Services Center/YAP
AGENDA: 10. Berkeley High School Restroom Survey responses update and create a plan.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/youth-commission
Tuesday, January 9, 2024
Wednesday, January 10, 2024
COMMISSION on DISABILITY at 5 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Dining Room
AGENDA: 7. Welcome new CoD members, 8. February election of CoD officers, 9. Log of Access Complaints, 10. ADA Coordinator Role and current vacant Director of Public Works positions, 12. Presentation: Tyler Hawes, CivicBell on Virtual speaker Cards, 13. Accessibility of speakers’ lectern at City Council & BUSD meetings, 14. Work Plan, 15. Preferred meeting room, Carried over items: a. Civic Center Subcommittee Briefing, b. Safer pathways map of Berkeley.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-disability
CIVIC ARTS GRANT WEBINAR: INDIVIDUAL ARTIST PROJECTS from 5:30 – 6:30 pm
Register: use link
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/civic-arts-grant-webinar-individual-artist-projects-0
HOMELESS SERVICES PANEL of EXPERTS at 7 pm
IN-PERSON: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Juniper Room
AGENDA: Discussion of the FY 2025- 2028 Community Agency Funding Process, 7. Meeting schedule.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/homeless-services-panel-experts
PARKS, RECREATION, and WATERFRONT COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: 2800 Park, Frances Albrier Community Center
AGENDA: 6. Public comment, 7. Chair’s Report, 8. Director’s Report, Budget, 9. PRW meeting calendar, 10. Inclusionary Playgrounds, 11. Ribbon cutting, APWA women in construction, 12. New City Parks, 13. Trash pickup at parks, 14. Updates to waiver of Berth Fees Reso.66,544-N.S., 15. Upcoming Waterfront Parking Study, Update on Waterfront Specific Plan.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/parks-recreation-and-waterfront-commission
POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD at 6:30 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82653396072
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 826 5339 6072
AGENDA: 3. Public comment on agenda and non-agenda items, 4. Minutes, OPDA staff report, Chair and Board reports, 7. Chief of Police Report, 8. Subcommittee reports, 9. Legislative and policy update, CA Legislation/Case Law, City of Berkeley Ordinance, BPD Lexipol Policies, 10. New Business, Nomination for Chair, Vice-Chair, b. Presentation New Policy Complaint 2023-PR-0009, followed with closed session.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
Thursday, January 11, 2024
MOVE YA BODY! Free Dance Fitness Series from 4:30 – 5:30 pm
In-Person: at 1900 Sixth St, West Berkeley Family wellness Center
Register: use link
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/move-ya-body-free-dance-fitness-series
BOARD OF LIBRARY TRUSTEES Special Meeting at 6:30 pm
(Agenda states Thursday, January 11, 2024)
In Person: at 1125 University, West Branch Library
AGENDA: Action Calendar: III. A. Strategic Plan Adoption, B. Proposed Personnel Budget FY 2025-26 – Library Tax Fund
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
MENTAL HEALTH COMMISSION is published as meeting the 2nd Thursday of the month at 7 pm. No agenda/meeting announcement is posted. Check for meeting status after Monday.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/mental-health-commission
ZONING ADJUSTMENT BOARD at 7 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86410805900
Teleconference: 1-669-44-9171 or 1-699-900-6833
Meeting ID: 864 1080 5900
AGENDA: 2. 2420 Shattuck – on consent request to continue to date uncertain – Use Permit #ZP2023-0008 – demolish 2 existing 2-story commercial buildings, merge 2 lots, and construct 17 story (181 feet) 77,733 sq ft mixed-use building with 132 dwelling units (including 14 very low-income density bonus units) 2,314 sq ft ground floor commercial SB 330 project
3. 2110 McKinley – on consent – Use Permit #ZP2023-0146 – raise the single-family dwelling by 3 ft that exceeds the maximum allowed lot
4. 2113-2115 Kittredge – on action staff recommend approve – Use Permit # ZP2022-01444 – demolish commercial building on a landmarked site (preserving the front façade former California movie theater) and construct 18-story (203 feet with 8 ft, 4 in parapet) 160,734 sq ft, mixed-use building with 211 dwelling units (including 22 very low income density bonus qualifying units) and a 24,273 sq ft live theater space. SB 330 project.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zoning-adjustments-board
Friday, January 12, 2024
CIVIC ARTS GRANT WEBINAR” COMMUNITY FESTIVALS from 11 am – 12 pm
Register: use link
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/civic-arts-grant-webinar-community-festivals
Saturday, January 13, 2024
BERKELEY NEIGHBORHOODS COUNCIL at 10 am
Videoconference:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/4223188307?pwd=dFlNMVlVZ2d6b0FnSHh3ZlFwV2NMdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 422 318 8307 Passcode: 521161
AGENDA: No agenda posted, check later in week
https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/
Sunday, January 14, 2024 - no meetings or events found
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for Regular 6 pm Meeting on January 16, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1619411775
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 941 1775
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.2nd reading FY 2024 Annual Appropriations Ordinance No. 7,892-N.S. $270355,759 (gross) and $258,134,257 (net)
2.Minutes for Approval
3.Radu, CM Office - Grant $60,000 All animals Grant Award from Koret Shelter Medicine Program at UC Davis
4.Radu, CM Office – Amend Contract No. R9710 with City of Piedmont for Animal services. City of Piedmont will pay the City of Berkeley $196,572 for services performed from FY 2024 – FY 2026, revised maximum $708,388
5.Radu, CM Office – Extension of Declaration of Homeless Shelter Crisis to January 17, 2029
6.Hollander, Economic Development – Grant $30,000 Accept Grant from the National Endowment for the Arts for a new Civic Arts grant program totaling $60,000 to begin in FY 2025
7.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations $3,434,341, Advanced Medical Response Unit $525,000, Towing Services $90,000, Ohlone Park Restroom and Lighting T1 Funds $966,200, Lorin & Gilman Parking Benefit District(s) Formation Services, Fleet Vehicle Washing Services $300,000, Mental health support and consultation services for home visiting and case management $100,000
8.Warhuus, HHCS – Contract $70,000 with Healthy Black Families for Housing Preference Policy Outreach and Education from 1/17/2024 – 1/17/2025
9.Warhuus, HHCS – Amend Contract No. 32300203 add $73,060 total $172,600 with Hansine Fisher & Associates for Targeted Race Management (TCM) from 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2024
10.Warhuus, HHCS – Amend Contract No. 32300134 Bonita House for Specialized Care Unit Provider add $11,500 of State Crisis Care Mobile Units (CCMU) grant funding total $4,579,500
11.Warhuus, HHCS – Revenue Contract $920,557 with BUSD to conduct first aid services at BHS Health Center 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2028
12.Kouyoumdjian, Human Resources - Correct Effective Date for Salary Range Adjustments from 1/1/2023 to 12/1/2022 for Senior Building Maintenance Supervisor, Senior Equipment Supervisor, Senior Public Works Supervisor and Senior Solid Waste Supervisor amenda Resolutions No. 70,993-N.S.
13.Fong, IT – Amend Contract No. 32200162-1 $230,000 total $275,000 with ThirdWave Corporation for Professional Services through 6/30/2025
14.Fong, IT – Amend Contract No. 32100080 add $270,000 total $757,249 with Assetworks LLC Software Modules and Professional Services to provide additional modules and professional services and extend through December 2028
15.Ferris, Parks - Grant Application for $535,000 to Caltrans Sustainable Transportation Grant Program for I80 at Aquatic Park Tide Tube Renovation Project
16.Ferris, Parks – Grant Application to Cal Fire Wildfire Prevention Grants Program to mitigate hazardous tree conditions at Berkeley overnight camps
17.Ferris, Parks – 3 Contracts total $162,000 for As-needed Derelict Vessel and Debris Removal and Disposal Services 1/17/2024 – 1/16/2026, 1. Lind Marine $162,000, 2. Power Engineering Construction $162,000m 3. Silverado Contractors $162,000
18.Klein, Planning - Adopt 1st reading Prevailing Wage Requirements in the Southside Plan Area add BMC 13.108 for projects exceeding 50 units or 50,000 sq ft
19.Wong, Auditor – Contract $100,000 with Ethico for Whistleblower Hotline and Case Management Services from 2/1/2023 – 1/31/2027
Council Consent Items:
20.Arreguin & Kesarwani (authors), co-sponsors Hahn, Wengraf – RFP for Development of West Berkeley Service Center at 1900 Sixth Street
21.Bartlett, co-sponsor Hahn – Relinquishment of funds for Black History Month Event to Juneteenth Association, Inc 501(c)3
22.Hahn, co-sponsor Robinson – Support Installation Permanent Chess/Games Tables on Telegraph and Propose Resolution of Concerns at 2454 Telegraph
23.Hahn, Co-sponsor Humbert, Bartlett, Arreguin – Install 3-way Stop at the Intersection of Hopkins and McGee
24.Wengraf, co-sponsor Hahn, Kesarwani – Resolution Support of City of Berkeley for Proposition 1
25.Robinson & Harrison authors, co-sponsor Hahn – Referral to City Manager for Policies to Accommodate Chess
ACTION CALENDAR:
26.Hollander, Economic Development – Expansion of the Elmwood Business Improvement District (BID) Levy Assessments in the District for 2025 and Authorize a Contract with Elmwood Business Association (EBA) to receive revenue
27.Kouyoumdjian, Human Resources – Amending the Miscellaneous CalPERS Contract to (a) Eliminate PEPRA Cost Sharing for Unrepresented Employee (b) Add Paramedic and Limited Term EMT to Safety Category
28.Cardwell, CM Office – Consideration for BHS Staff Parking
29.Robinson, Bartlett & Taplin (authors) – Neighborhood-Scale Commercial
30.Harrison – (to be moved to consent to reschedule to date certain) Adopt Ordinance adding BMC 12.75 to Establish Protections Relating to Horses Held, Owned, Used, Exhibited or Otherwise Kept for Racing or Other Sport Entertainment or Profit
INFORMATION REPORTS:
31.Friedrichsen, Budget Manager – FY 2023 Preliminary Year-End Status
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LAND USE CALENDAR PUBLIC HEARINGS:
- 2924 Russell 2/27/2024
- 1960 San Antonio 645 Arlington Avenue 2/13/2024
- 3000 Shattuck Avenue (Construct 10-story mixed-use building) – TBD
- January 23, 2024 – Re-Imagining Public Safety Update (special meeting)
- January 30 at 3 pm – Ashby BART TOD (Tentative)
- February 6, 2024 – Office of Economic Development (OED) Dashboards Presentation
- February 6, 2024 - Draft Waterfront Specific Plan (tentative) – rescheduled from November 2, 2023)
- Fire Department Standards of Coverage & Community Risk Assessment - (removed)
- Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation
- Presentation on Homelessness/Re-Housing/Thousand-Person Plan (TBD regular agenda)
- May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report, Wildfire Prevention Plan https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-special-meeting-eagenda-may-16-2023-6-pm
- June 20 (WS) - Climate Action Plan & Resilience Update, Berkeley Economic Dashboards Update reports available https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas/city-council-2023-06-20
January 2 - January 7, 2024
Worth Noting:
The Agenda & Rules Policy Committee is expected to meet on Thursday, January 4 at 2:30 pm.
The draft agenda for the January 16, 2024 City Council meeting is not available as no meeting agenda is posted. City Council is on winter recess through January 15, 2024.
Check the City website after 5 pm Tuesday, January 2, 2024 https://berkeleyca.gov/
Or go directly to the Agenda & Rules Policy Committee webpage for the draft agenda after 5 pm Tuesday. https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
The Landmarks Preservation Committee meeting for Thursday evening January 4 has been cancelled.
Worth Noting:
The Agenda & Rules Policy Committee is expected to meet on Thursday, January 4 at 2:30 pm.
The draft agenda for the January 16, 2024 City Council meeting is not available as no meeting agenda is posted. City Council is on winter recess through January 15, 2024.
Check the City website after 5 pm Tuesday, January 2, 2024 https://berkeleyca.gov/
Or go directly to the Agenda & Rules Policy Committee webpage for the draft agenda after 5 pm Tuesday. https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
The Landmarks Preservation Committee meeting for Thursday evening January 4 has been cancelled.
December 17 - December 24, 2023
Worth Noting:
This is the last Activist’s Calendar for 2023.
The Design Review Committee meeting on Thursday, December 21, 2023 is the only scheduled public meeting until after the New Year’s Holiday.
City Council is on winter recess through January 15, 2024.
Reduced City Service Days, Tuesday, December 26 through Friday, December 29, 2023 follow the Monday, December 25, Christmas Holiday.
Check the City website for announcements and any emergency meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
December 31, is the deadline to complete the Survey of adults 55 and older from the County of Alameda Area Agency on Aging to plan county services to assist older adults to age in place. https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/CABERKE/bulletins/37d724c
Free Yoga Classes every Tuesday and Wednesday from 4:30 – 5:30 pm at the West Berkeley Family Wellness Center, 1900 Sixth Street, Register by phone 510-981-5350.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Thursday, December 21, 2023
DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE at 6:30 pm
In-Person: 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Gooseberry Room
AGENDA: 1. 2018 Blake (between Shattuck and Milvia) - DRCF2023-0004 – Final Design Review for east and west elevations on a 6-story, multi-family residential building with 12 dwelling units (51bedrooms) as a Use Permit Condition. This is a SB 330 project.
2. 2587 Telegraph (between Parker and Blake) – DRCP2023-0009 – Preliminary Design Review – to demolish a 2-story retail building and construct an 8-story (95 ft) 112,562 sq ft mixed-use residential building with 52 dwelling units, including 6 very low-income density bonus units, 2903 sq ft of ground floor commercial and 73 long term and 6 short term bicycle parking spaces. This is a SB 330 project.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/design-review-committee
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LAND USE CALENDAR PUBLIC HEARINGS:
Worth Noting:
This is the last Activist’s Calendar for 2023.
The Design Review Committee meeting on Thursday, December 21, 2023 is the only scheduled public meeting until after the New Year’s Holiday.
City Council is on winter recess through January 15, 2024.
Reduced City Service Days, Tuesday, December 26 through Friday, December 29, 2023 follow the Monday, December 25, Christmas Holiday.
Check the City website for announcements and any emergency meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
December 31, is the deadline to complete the Survey of adults 55 and older from the County of Alameda Area Agency on Aging to plan county services to assist older adults to age in place. https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/CABERKE/bulletins/37d724c
Free Yoga Classes every Tuesday and Wednesday from 4:30 – 5:30 pm at the West Berkeley Family Wellness Center, 1900 Sixth Street, Register by phone 510-981-5350.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Thursday, December 21, 2023
DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE at 6:30 pm
In-Person: 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Gooseberry Room
AGENDA: 1. 2018 Blake (between Shattuck and Milvia) - DRCF2023-0004 – Final Design Review for east and west elevations on a 6-story, multi-family residential building with 12 dwelling units (51bedrooms) as a Use Permit Condition. This is a SB 330 project.
2. 2587 Telegraph (between Parker and Blake) – DRCP2023-0009 – Preliminary Design Review – to demolish a 2-story retail building and construct an 8-story (95 ft) 112,562 sq ft mixed-use residential building with 52 dwelling units, including 6 very low-income density bonus units, 2903 sq ft of ground floor commercial and 73 long term and 6 short term bicycle parking spaces. This is a SB 330 project.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/design-review-committee
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LAND USE CALENDAR PUBLIC HEARINGS:
- 2924 Russell 2/27/2024
- 1960 San Antonio 645 Arlington Avenue 2/13/2024
- 3000 Shattuck Avenue (Construct 10-story mixed-use building) – TBD
- To be rescheduled (previously December 5, 2023) – Re-Imagining Public Safety Update and Gun Violence Prevention Program
- January 23, 2024 - Draft Waterfront Specific Plan (tentative – rescheduled from November 2, 2023)
- February 6, 2024 – Office of Economic Development (OED) Dashboards Presentation
- Fire Department Standards of Coverage & Community Risk Assessment
- Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation
- Presentation on Homelessness/Re-Housing/Thousand-Person Plan
- May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report, Wildfire Prevention Plan https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-special-meeting-eagenda-may-16-2023-6-pm
- June 20 (WS) - Climate Action Plan & Resilience Update, Berkeley Economic Dashboards Update reports available https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas/city-council-2023-06-20
December 10 - December 17, 2023
Worth Noting:
The Sierra Club voting for the group and chapter executive committee and the group executive committees ends at 11:59 pm on Wednesday, December 13, 2023.
Voting online is the easiest and fastest way to vote. Faxed and emailed ballots are NOT accepted. https://www.sierraclub.org/sfbay/chapter-elections
In order to vote you need your 8 digit membership number (it is above your name on the back of the ballot in the Yodeler). If you can't find the winter edition of the Yodeler with the candidate statements, ballot and your membership number call (415) 977-5653 or email [email protected]
The two scheduled City Council meetings (3 pm and 6 pm) on Tuesday December 12th are the GOTO meetings of the week.,
Council Winter Recess is from December 13, 2023 – January 15, 2024. The agenda for the regular meeting is posted at the bottom of this email.
Survey of adults 55 and older from the County of Alameda Area Agency on Aging to plan county services to assist older adults to age in place. https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/CABERKE/bulletins/37d724c
Free Yoga Classes every Tuesday and Wednesday from 4:30 – 5:30 pm at the West Berkeley Family Wellness Center, 1900 Sixth Street, Register by phone 510-981-5350.
Check the City website for city activities, late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, December 10, 2023 – no city meetings or vents found
Monday, December 11, 2023
BUDGET & FINANCE COMMITTEE at 9 am
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 5th Floor – Pepperwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1600085900
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 008 5900
AGENDA: 2. Fiscal Year 2024 Annual Appropriations Ordinance#1 (AAO), 3. Audit Recommendations Berkeley Police Department to manage overtime and security work for outside entities.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-budget-finance
HEALTH, LIFE ENRICHMENT, EQUITY & COMMUNITY at 10 am
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1602349567
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 234 9567
AGENDA: 2. Robinson & Harrison – Referral: Use of Sidewalks for Recreation, Such as Chess – Refer to the City Manager to evaluate and return to City Council with recommendations and legislative alternatives for making use of tables, chairs, and other relevant objects that can be easily moved to be allowed without a permit application for non-disruptive recreational uses in the public right-of-way. 3. Hahn – Supporting the Installation of Permanent Chess/Games Tables on Telegraph Ave and proposing resolution of concerns of 2454 Telegraph, refer to the budget process $50,000 to support installation of public chess/game tables on Telegraph including at or near the intersection of Telegraph and Haste
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-health-life-enrichment-equity-community
CITY COUNCIL Closed Session at 3 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1603668617
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 366 8617
AGENDA: one item 1. Conference with Legal Counsel – anticipated litigation Worker’s Compensation Case: ADJ Number: ADJ16352062
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
YOUTH COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 1730 Oregon, Youth Services Center/YAP
AGENDA: 9. 2024 meeting dates, 10. BHS Restroom Survey to pass out to BHS students.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/youth-commission
Tuesday, December 12, 2023
CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 3 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1610996492
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 099 6492
AGENDA: one item 1. North Berkeley BART Housing Objective Design Standards
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1610996492
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 099 6492
AGENDA: Use the link and choose the html option or see the agenda listed at the end of the calendar.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
SOLANO BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT at 10 am
In-Person: at 1801 Solano, Mechanics Bank
AGENDA: 4. Budget Review, 5. 2024 Work Plans, equity on the Avenue, Parking and sidewalks.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/solano-avenue-business-improvement-district-advisory-board
Wednesday, December 13, 2023 – no city meetings or events found
COMMISSION on DISABILITY - cancelled
Thursday, December 14, 2023
MENTAL HEALTH COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 3. SCU update, 4. Cares First, Jails Last update, 5. Proposal for Early Intervention in Psychosis Program, 6. Meeting Schedule for 2024, 7. Proposal to establish a subcommittee concerning statewide efforts to build residential facilities, 8. Revisit, review and vote on formal request to make the Commission meetings hybrid. 10. Subcommittee reports, 10. Mental Health Manager’s Report and Caseload Statistics.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/mental-health-commission
ZONING ADJUSTMENT BOARD at 7 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85264630230
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171
Meeting ID: 852 6463 0230
AGENDA: 3. 1287 Gilman – to continue to date uncertain - Use Permit#ZP2023-0122 – to establish a wine bar
4. 2800 Martin Luther King Jr Way - Use Permit #ZP2023-0098 - to convert a single-family home into a duplex and increase the number of bedrooms from 5 to 9 (the posted staff summary does not fully describe the added height or additions in the conversion) – staff recommend approve
5. 2573 Shattuck – Use Permit #ZP2023-0088 – change use of 5,504 sq ft tenant space from general retail to a veterinary clinic – staff recommend approve.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zoning-adjustments-board
Friday, December 15, 2023 – no city meetings or events found
Saturday, December 16, 2023
PANCAKE BREAKFAST with SANTA two seatings 8:30 am and 9:45 am
Location: 1301 Shattuck, Live Oak Park
Pre-registration required, $10 per person
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/pancake-breakfast-santa-0
SHORELINE CLEANUP from 9 – 11 am
Location meetup: 160 University
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/3rd-saturday-shoreline-cleanup
Sunday, December 17, 2023 – no city meetings or events found
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AGENDA for DECEMBER 12, 2023 CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1610996492
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 099 6492
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.Harvey – 2nd reading Amendments to Berkeley Election Reform Act (BERA) cost of living adjustment and reporting requirement thresholds
2.Klein, Planning – 2nd reading Southside Zoning Implementation Program and 2023-2031 Housing Element Update
3.Warhuus, HHCS – 2nd reading Authorizing Lease of 830 University to Berkeley Free Clinic
4.Minutes for approval 10/23/2023, 11/6/2023, 11/7/2023, 11/13/2023, 11/14/2023, 11/21/2023 and 11/28/2023
5.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations $150,000 for Willard Clubhouse Public Art
6.Warhuus, HHCS – Extend the Duration of Funding Reservations for Housing Trust Fund Projects Measure O Funds Ashby Lofts at 2909-2919 Ninth $850,000, BUSD Workforce Housing at 1701 San Pablo $24,500,000, Peoples Park at 2556 Haste $14,359,593
7.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Revise Clasification and Salary Ranges for Parking Meter Maintenance and Collection Supervisor and Traffic Maintenance Supervisor
8.Contract $283,500 With Superion, LLC for AS400 Software Mainenance and Support 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2025
9.Ferris, Parks – Grant Application $700,000 – State Parks Outdoor Equity Grants Program up to $700,000
10.Ferris, Parks – Grant Application $218,451 - CA Air Resources Board for new electric boat and charging station
11.Ferris, Park - Contract $6,831,067 which includes 10% contingency $621,006 with Buhler for Willard Park Clubhouse and Restroom Replacement Project
12.Ferris, Park – Donation $3,400 Memorial Bench at Cesar Chavez Park in memory of Ronald Henry Klein
13.Ferris, Park – Donation $3,400 Memorial Bench at Cesar Chavez Park in memory of Ramakant Tulisan
14.Bellow, Public Works – Contract $3,456,596 includes 10% contingency $314,236 Specification No. 24-11619-C: Kolos Engineering, Inc. for The Alameda, et al. Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Project
15.Bellow, Public Works – Purchase Order $8,500,00 with Pinnacle Petroleum, Inc. and $2,000,000 Western States, Inc. for Bulk Renewable Diesel and Gasoline for City Vehicles 2025 – 2029
16.Bellow, Public Works - Purchase Order $1,600,000 with National Auto Fleet Group for 4 Tractor Trucks
17.Bellow, Public Works – Purchase Order $284,974 with Braun Network, Inc for 1 North Start 155 Type 1 Ambulance
18.Bellow, Public Works – Amend Contract No. 102354-1add $200,000 total $832,750 with Direct Line Tele Response for Citywide After-Hours Answering Service
19.Bellow, Public Works – Amend Contract No. 32300110 add $150,000 total $300,000 with SCI Consulting for On-call Civil Engineering Services
20.Bellow, Public Works – Amend Contract No. 32400004 add $200,000 total $250,000 with Roofing Constructors, Inc. dba Western Roofing Service on on0call roofing and gutter repair services
21.Bellow, Public Works – Amend Contract No. 103266-1 add $100,000 total $450,000 with Karste Consulting, Inc for Emergency Preparedness Services and Training
22.Bellow, Public Works – Contract $443,207 with American Restore for Transfer Station Tipping Floor Repair Emergency Project at 1201 Second Street due to hazardous conditions authorizing exception to formal bidding process
23.Miller for Parks and Waterfront Commission – Request for Community Survey for placing a modest increase in Parks Tax on November 2024 Ballot
24.Wong, Auditor – Audit on Ballot Measure FF funds, recommend report back every 6 months
Council Consent Items:
25.Arreguin – Reappointment of Dr. P. Robert Beatty to the Alameda County Mosquito Abatement District Board of Trustees for a 2 year term
26.Arreguin, co-sponsor Wengraf, Hahn – Right to Reproductive Freedom
27.Arreguin – Adjustment to City Attorney Salary Range (top $360,000 annually) and Revised SalaryCity Attorney Farimah Brown to $336,000
28.Taplin, co-sponsor Hahn, Harrison – Waterside Workshops Winter Festival and Kids Bike Giveaway
29.Taplin, co-sponsor Bartlett, Harrison – Budget Referral and Updated Guidelines and Procedures for City Council Office Staff Expenditures
30.Wengraf, co-sponsors Arreguin, Hahn– Letter to AC Transit Regarding Draft Realignment Scenarios (plan to end Grizzly Peak route)
AGENDA on ACTION:
31.Hollander, OED – Expansion of Elmwood Business Improvement District
32.Friedrichsen, Budget Manager – Annual Appropriations Ordinance $258,777,491 (gross) $246,555,990 (net)
33.Cardwell, CM Office – Consideration of Options for BHS Staff Parking
INFORMATION REPORTS:
34.Brown, City Attorney – Settlement Claim of D.L. Falk Construction North Berkeley Senior Center
35.Oyekanmi, Finance –FY 2023 4th Quarter Investment Report
36.Oyekanmi, Finance –Section 115 Trust Investment Report for: Inception to Period Ended 6/30/2023
37.Klein, Planning – Climate Action Plan and Resilience Update
38.Lovvorn, Commission Secretary – Civic Arts Commission Work Plan FY 2024
39.Uberti, Commission Secretary – Housing Advisory Commission Work Plan FY 2024
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LAND USE CALENDAR PUBLIC HEARINGS:
Worth Noting:
The Sierra Club voting for the group and chapter executive committee and the group executive committees ends at 11:59 pm on Wednesday, December 13, 2023.
Voting online is the easiest and fastest way to vote. Faxed and emailed ballots are NOT accepted. https://www.sierraclub.org/sfbay/chapter-elections
In order to vote you need your 8 digit membership number (it is above your name on the back of the ballot in the Yodeler). If you can't find the winter edition of the Yodeler with the candidate statements, ballot and your membership number call (415) 977-5653 or email [email protected]
The two scheduled City Council meetings (3 pm and 6 pm) on Tuesday December 12th are the GOTO meetings of the week.,
Council Winter Recess is from December 13, 2023 – January 15, 2024. The agenda for the regular meeting is posted at the bottom of this email.
- Monday:
- At 9 am the Budget and Finance Committee meets in the hybrid format on the AAO#1 (mid-year budget adjustment).
- At 10 am the Health, Life Enrichment, Equity & Community meets on locations for the Chess Club.
- At 3 pm the Council meets in closed Session in the hybrid format.
- At 6:30 pm the Youth Commission meets in person.
- Tuesday:
- At 10 am the Solano Business Improvement District meets in person.
- At 3 pm the City Council meets in the hybrid format on the North Berkeley BART Objective Design Standards.
- At 6 pm the City Council meets in the hybrid format with the AAO#1 (mid-year budget adjustment) as the main agenda action item.
- Wednesday: no city meetings, the Commission on Disability meeting is cancelled
- Thursday:
- At 7 pm the Mental Health Commission meets in person.
- At 7 pm the Zoning Adjustment Board meets in the hybrid format.
- Saturday:
- At 8:30 am and 9:45 am Breakfast with Santa, pre-registration required, $10 per person
- At 9 am Saturday Shoreline Cleanup
Survey of adults 55 and older from the County of Alameda Area Agency on Aging to plan county services to assist older adults to age in place. https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/CABERKE/bulletins/37d724c
Free Yoga Classes every Tuesday and Wednesday from 4:30 – 5:30 pm at the West Berkeley Family Wellness Center, 1900 Sixth Street, Register by phone 510-981-5350.
Check the City website for city activities, late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, December 10, 2023 – no city meetings or vents found
Monday, December 11, 2023
BUDGET & FINANCE COMMITTEE at 9 am
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 5th Floor – Pepperwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1600085900
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 008 5900
AGENDA: 2. Fiscal Year 2024 Annual Appropriations Ordinance#1 (AAO), 3. Audit Recommendations Berkeley Police Department to manage overtime and security work for outside entities.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-budget-finance
HEALTH, LIFE ENRICHMENT, EQUITY & COMMUNITY at 10 am
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1602349567
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 234 9567
AGENDA: 2. Robinson & Harrison – Referral: Use of Sidewalks for Recreation, Such as Chess – Refer to the City Manager to evaluate and return to City Council with recommendations and legislative alternatives for making use of tables, chairs, and other relevant objects that can be easily moved to be allowed without a permit application for non-disruptive recreational uses in the public right-of-way. 3. Hahn – Supporting the Installation of Permanent Chess/Games Tables on Telegraph Ave and proposing resolution of concerns of 2454 Telegraph, refer to the budget process $50,000 to support installation of public chess/game tables on Telegraph including at or near the intersection of Telegraph and Haste
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-health-life-enrichment-equity-community
CITY COUNCIL Closed Session at 3 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1603668617
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 366 8617
AGENDA: one item 1. Conference with Legal Counsel – anticipated litigation Worker’s Compensation Case: ADJ Number: ADJ16352062
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
YOUTH COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 1730 Oregon, Youth Services Center/YAP
AGENDA: 9. 2024 meeting dates, 10. BHS Restroom Survey to pass out to BHS students.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/youth-commission
Tuesday, December 12, 2023
CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 3 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1610996492
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 099 6492
AGENDA: one item 1. North Berkeley BART Housing Objective Design Standards
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1610996492
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 099 6492
AGENDA: Use the link and choose the html option or see the agenda listed at the end of the calendar.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
SOLANO BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT at 10 am
In-Person: at 1801 Solano, Mechanics Bank
AGENDA: 4. Budget Review, 5. 2024 Work Plans, equity on the Avenue, Parking and sidewalks.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/solano-avenue-business-improvement-district-advisory-board
Wednesday, December 13, 2023 – no city meetings or events found
COMMISSION on DISABILITY - cancelled
Thursday, December 14, 2023
MENTAL HEALTH COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 3. SCU update, 4. Cares First, Jails Last update, 5. Proposal for Early Intervention in Psychosis Program, 6. Meeting Schedule for 2024, 7. Proposal to establish a subcommittee concerning statewide efforts to build residential facilities, 8. Revisit, review and vote on formal request to make the Commission meetings hybrid. 10. Subcommittee reports, 10. Mental Health Manager’s Report and Caseload Statistics.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/mental-health-commission
ZONING ADJUSTMENT BOARD at 7 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85264630230
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171
Meeting ID: 852 6463 0230
AGENDA: 3. 1287 Gilman – to continue to date uncertain - Use Permit#ZP2023-0122 – to establish a wine bar
4. 2800 Martin Luther King Jr Way - Use Permit #ZP2023-0098 - to convert a single-family home into a duplex and increase the number of bedrooms from 5 to 9 (the posted staff summary does not fully describe the added height or additions in the conversion) – staff recommend approve
5. 2573 Shattuck – Use Permit #ZP2023-0088 – change use of 5,504 sq ft tenant space from general retail to a veterinary clinic – staff recommend approve.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zoning-adjustments-board
Friday, December 15, 2023 – no city meetings or events found
Saturday, December 16, 2023
PANCAKE BREAKFAST with SANTA two seatings 8:30 am and 9:45 am
Location: 1301 Shattuck, Live Oak Park
Pre-registration required, $10 per person
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/pancake-breakfast-santa-0
SHORELINE CLEANUP from 9 – 11 am
Location meetup: 160 University
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/3rd-saturday-shoreline-cleanup
Sunday, December 17, 2023 – no city meetings or events found
++++++++++++++++ City Council DECEMBER 12, 2023 ++++++++++++++++
AGENDA for DECEMBER 12, 2023 CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1610996492
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 099 6492
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.Harvey – 2nd reading Amendments to Berkeley Election Reform Act (BERA) cost of living adjustment and reporting requirement thresholds
2.Klein, Planning – 2nd reading Southside Zoning Implementation Program and 2023-2031 Housing Element Update
3.Warhuus, HHCS – 2nd reading Authorizing Lease of 830 University to Berkeley Free Clinic
4.Minutes for approval 10/23/2023, 11/6/2023, 11/7/2023, 11/13/2023, 11/14/2023, 11/21/2023 and 11/28/2023
5.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations $150,000 for Willard Clubhouse Public Art
6.Warhuus, HHCS – Extend the Duration of Funding Reservations for Housing Trust Fund Projects Measure O Funds Ashby Lofts at 2909-2919 Ninth $850,000, BUSD Workforce Housing at 1701 San Pablo $24,500,000, Peoples Park at 2556 Haste $14,359,593
7.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Revise Clasification and Salary Ranges for Parking Meter Maintenance and Collection Supervisor and Traffic Maintenance Supervisor
8.Contract $283,500 With Superion, LLC for AS400 Software Mainenance and Support 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2025
9.Ferris, Parks – Grant Application $700,000 – State Parks Outdoor Equity Grants Program up to $700,000
10.Ferris, Parks – Grant Application $218,451 - CA Air Resources Board for new electric boat and charging station
11.Ferris, Park - Contract $6,831,067 which includes 10% contingency $621,006 with Buhler for Willard Park Clubhouse and Restroom Replacement Project
12.Ferris, Park – Donation $3,400 Memorial Bench at Cesar Chavez Park in memory of Ronald Henry Klein
13.Ferris, Park – Donation $3,400 Memorial Bench at Cesar Chavez Park in memory of Ramakant Tulisan
14.Bellow, Public Works – Contract $3,456,596 includes 10% contingency $314,236 Specification No. 24-11619-C: Kolos Engineering, Inc. for The Alameda, et al. Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Project
15.Bellow, Public Works – Purchase Order $8,500,00 with Pinnacle Petroleum, Inc. and $2,000,000 Western States, Inc. for Bulk Renewable Diesel and Gasoline for City Vehicles 2025 – 2029
16.Bellow, Public Works - Purchase Order $1,600,000 with National Auto Fleet Group for 4 Tractor Trucks
17.Bellow, Public Works – Purchase Order $284,974 with Braun Network, Inc for 1 North Start 155 Type 1 Ambulance
18.Bellow, Public Works – Amend Contract No. 102354-1add $200,000 total $832,750 with Direct Line Tele Response for Citywide After-Hours Answering Service
19.Bellow, Public Works – Amend Contract No. 32300110 add $150,000 total $300,000 with SCI Consulting for On-call Civil Engineering Services
20.Bellow, Public Works – Amend Contract No. 32400004 add $200,000 total $250,000 with Roofing Constructors, Inc. dba Western Roofing Service on on0call roofing and gutter repair services
21.Bellow, Public Works – Amend Contract No. 103266-1 add $100,000 total $450,000 with Karste Consulting, Inc for Emergency Preparedness Services and Training
22.Bellow, Public Works – Contract $443,207 with American Restore for Transfer Station Tipping Floor Repair Emergency Project at 1201 Second Street due to hazardous conditions authorizing exception to formal bidding process
23.Miller for Parks and Waterfront Commission – Request for Community Survey for placing a modest increase in Parks Tax on November 2024 Ballot
24.Wong, Auditor – Audit on Ballot Measure FF funds, recommend report back every 6 months
Council Consent Items:
25.Arreguin – Reappointment of Dr. P. Robert Beatty to the Alameda County Mosquito Abatement District Board of Trustees for a 2 year term
26.Arreguin, co-sponsor Wengraf, Hahn – Right to Reproductive Freedom
27.Arreguin – Adjustment to City Attorney Salary Range (top $360,000 annually) and Revised SalaryCity Attorney Farimah Brown to $336,000
28.Taplin, co-sponsor Hahn, Harrison – Waterside Workshops Winter Festival and Kids Bike Giveaway
29.Taplin, co-sponsor Bartlett, Harrison – Budget Referral and Updated Guidelines and Procedures for City Council Office Staff Expenditures
30.Wengraf, co-sponsors Arreguin, Hahn– Letter to AC Transit Regarding Draft Realignment Scenarios (plan to end Grizzly Peak route)
AGENDA on ACTION:
31.Hollander, OED – Expansion of Elmwood Business Improvement District
32.Friedrichsen, Budget Manager – Annual Appropriations Ordinance $258,777,491 (gross) $246,555,990 (net)
33.Cardwell, CM Office – Consideration of Options for BHS Staff Parking
INFORMATION REPORTS:
34.Brown, City Attorney – Settlement Claim of D.L. Falk Construction North Berkeley Senior Center
35.Oyekanmi, Finance –FY 2023 4th Quarter Investment Report
36.Oyekanmi, Finance –Section 115 Trust Investment Report for: Inception to Period Ended 6/30/2023
37.Klein, Planning – Climate Action Plan and Resilience Update
38.Lovvorn, Commission Secretary – Civic Arts Commission Work Plan FY 2024
39.Uberti, Commission Secretary – Housing Advisory Commission Work Plan FY 2024
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LAND USE CALENDAR PUBLIC HEARINGS:
- 2924 Russell 2/27/2024
- 1960 San Antonio 645 Arlington Avenue 2/13/2024
- 3000 Shattuck Avenue (Construct 10-story mixed-use building) – TBD
- December 5, 2023 To be rescheduled – Re-Imagining Public Safety Update and Ceasefire–)
- January 23, 2024 - Draft Waterfront Specific Plan (tentative – rescheduled from November 2, 2023)
- February 6, 2024 – Office of Economic Development (OED) Dashboards Presentation
- Fire Department Standards of Coverage & Community Risk Assessment
- Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation
- Presentation on Homelessness/Re-Housing/Thousand-Person Plan
- May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report, Wildfire Prevention Plan https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-special-meeting-eagenda-may-16-2023-6-pm
December 3 - December 10, 2023
Worth Noting:
There are only two (December 5, 12) more scheduled City Council meetings before Winter Recess - December 13, 2023 – January 15, 2024 and the agendas for both meetings are posted. At the bottom of this posting are the agendas for December 5 and 12. On December 12 the 3 pm meeting is on the North Berkeley BART Station Housing Objective Standards.
Free Yoga Classes every Tuesday and Wednesday from 4:30 – 5:30 pm at the West Berkeley Family Wellness Center, 1900 Sixth Street, Register by phone 510-981-5350.
Check the City website for city activities, late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, December 3, 2023 – no city meetings or vents found
Monday, December 4, 2023
LAND USE, HOUSING & ECONOMIC at 10 am
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1604312346
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 431 2346
AGENDA: 2. Neighborhood-Scale Commercial, refer to city manager and Planning Commission to consider policies to permit neighborhood-scale retail uses in residential neighborhoods.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-land-use-housing-economic-development
PERSONNEL BOARD at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1301 Shattuck, Live Oak Park Community Center, Creekside Room
AGENDA: V. Adjustment to City Attorney Salary Range and Revised Salary, VI. Recommendation to Revise Job Class Specification – Parking services Manager
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/personnel-board
Tuesday, December 5, 2023
BUDGET & FINANCE COMMITTEE at 9:30 am
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1607680921
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 768 0921
AGENDA: 2. Fiscal Year 2024 Annual Appropriations Ordinance#1 (AAO), 3. Audit Recommendations Berkeley Police Department to manage overtime and security work for outside entities.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-budget-finance
CITY COUNCIL at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1612629119
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 262 9119
AGENDA: Use the link and choose the html option or see the agenda listed at the end of the calendar.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
RENT STABILIZATION BOARD Special Meeting Closed Session at 7 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2001 Center Street, 2nd Floor, Rent Board Law Library
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82768438800?pwd=_aqrWzCBLNOq0fEvfCFjaFj_whFYRw.mFV3xuQbxvLfqjxW
Teleconference: 1-408-638-0968
Meeting ID: 827 6843 8800 Passcode: 452308
AGENDA: 5. Closed session Public Employee Evaluation
https://rentboard.berkeleyca.gov/elected-rent-board/rent-board-meetings
Wednesday, December 6, 2023
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Russell
AGENDA: 5. Chair’s Report – a) Budget Referral of $300,000 for Capital Projects Grants in AAO#1, 6. Presentation, Discussion & Action Items: a) Action - City of Berkeley Poet Laureate 2024-2025 Hilary Amnah, b) Presentation – 2023/2024 Municipal Artist-in-Residence for City of Berkeley’s San Pablo Area Specific Plan, c) Action: Cube Space Exhibit, d) FY2023 Individual Artist Project Grants Guidelines, e) FY 2025 Community Festivals Grant Guidelines, f) FY 2025 Arts Program Grant Guidelines, g) 2024-2025 Grant Review Panelists, h) letter of support for Capital Projects Grants.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
DISASTER and FIRE SAFETY COMMISSIONS at 7 pm
In-Person: at 997 Cedar, Fire Department Division of Training Classroom
AGENDA: 1. Chair’s Report, 2. Fire Department Report, Action Items: 4. Meeting schedule, 5. Provide recommendation to Council regarding separation of mixed-use pedestrian and e-bike pathways, 6. Request to merge action and discussion calendars under the title “Items for Discussion and Possible Action”, 7. Send a report to City Council recommending using Measure FF funds to support a Once-Time Clearing of eucalyptus understory for participating properties, Discussion Items: 8. Measure FF Funds, 9. New Commissioner Work Plan, 10. Clarification of recently approved ordinance on ADUs and JADUs, 12. Impact of increased density to new developments on Shattuck/Adeline.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/disaster-and-fire-safety-commission
PLANNING COMMISSION at 5:30 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 10. Public hearing: Demolition Ordinance – this is about replacing rent controlled and/or affordable units lot through demolition
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/planning-commission
POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD at 6:30 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82653396072
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 826 5339 6072
AGENDA: Agenda not posted check later
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
Thursday, December 7, 2023
LANDMARKS PRESERVATION COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. 2065 Kittredge – Final Design Review (#DRCF2023-0002) for the Shattuck Hotel Site, 7. 2144 Shattuck – structural alteration permit (#LMSAP2023-0007) American Trust Building,
8. 2037 Durant – Demolition Referral (Use Permit #ZP2023-0064)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/landmarks-preservation-commission
WATER EMERGENCY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY (WETA/SF Bay Ferry) at 1 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at Port of San Francisco Pier 1
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89718217408
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 897 1821 7408 Password: 33779
AGENDA: 5. Reports of Staff a. Executive Director’s Report on FTA Grant Award, International Electric Ferry Innovations, Main Street Terminal Rehab Project Update, b. Financial statements, c. Federal Legislative Uptake, D. State Legislation Update, e. Monthly Operations Ridership and Recovery Report.
https://weta.sanfranciscobayferry.com/next-board-meeting
Friday, December 8, 2023
TEENS HOLIDAY JINGLE DANCE SWAG from 6 – 9 pm
Pre-registration Required – No Onsite Registration
Only current Longfellow, Willard or King students may attend and must bring student ID or class schedule
Location: 2800 Park, Frances Albrier Center
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/teens-holiday-jingle-dance-swag
LIVE OAK LAUGHS STAND-UP COMEDY doors open 7:30 pm, show from 8 – 10 pm
In-Person: at Live Oak Park Community Center
Cost $10 for ages 18 and up
Refreshments and onsite childcare for 5 – 13 available for additional cost
Registration recommended
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/news/come-out-december-8-night-local-stand-comedy
Saturday, December 9, 2023
HELLO WINTER WEATHER! PREPAREDNESS WORKSHOP AT STRAWBERRY CREEK PARK from 10 am – 1 pm
Location: 1326 Allston Way, Strawberry Creek Park
AGENDA: Short talk followed with demonstrations, Adopt a storm drain, learn how to fill and place sandbags to protect your home.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/hello-winter-weather-preparedness-workshop-strawberry-creek-park
BERKELEY NEIGHBORHOODS COUNCIL at 10 am
Videoconference:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/4223188307?pwd=dFlNMVlVZ2d6b0FnSHh3ZlFwV2NMdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 422 318 8307 Passcode: 521161
AGENDA: Check closer to Saturday to confirm BNC is meeting and to check the agenda.
https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/
Sunday, December 10, 2023 – no city meetings or events found
++++++++++++++++++++ DECEMBER 5, 2023 CITY COUNCIL ++++++++++++
AGENDA for DECEMBER 5, 2023 CITY COUNCIL Regular meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1612629119
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 262 9119
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations $600,000 for sanitary sewer rehabilitation project
2.Oyekanmi, Finance – Amend Contract No. 32000060 add $210,000 plus 2-year extension $400,000 total $1,438,170 with Toshiba for Multi-function Devices through 2025
3.Sprague, Fire – Piggyback on Contract No. 10089896-22-W for $272,029 through 12/18/2023 - 9/30/2028 with Intterra for Operations, Pre-Planning, Reporting and Analytics with option to extend for 5 additional years at additional cost not to exceed $300,000
4.Kouyoumdjian, HR - MOU with Berkeley Fire Fighters Association
5.Fong, IT – Amend Contract 32000281 add $825,811 total $1,718,633 with ConvergeOne for Avaya Telephone System Administration Maintenance and Support 7/1/2020 – 6/30/2025
6.Fong, IT – Amend Contract No, 32000008 (1102) add $115,300 total $322,946 with Granicus, Inc for live video streaming services, for on-demand archival video, podcasting, and web page subscription services 7/1/2017 – 6/30/2025
7.Ferris, Parks – Grant Contract accept $750,000 from Housing and Urban Development (HUD) for the MLK Youth Services Center Seismic Upgrade Project
8.Ferris, Parks – Accept cash donation of $5,000 from Friends of the Berkeley Rose Garden to purchase roses and maintenance yard fence screening for Berkeley Rose Garden
Council Consent Items:
9.Arreguin – 13th Annual Martin Luther King Jr Celebration
10.Taplin, co-sponsor – Nancy Skinner Municipal Pier Resolution, Refer to Parks, Recreation and Waterfront Commission
11.Harrison – Budget Referral $273,342 to the November 2023 AAO #1 to Pre-fund the Resilient (Green) Buildings Program Manager on Permanent Basis
AGENDA on ACTION:
A.Harrison – Refer to City Manager to Enhance the City’s Deconstruction and Construction Materials Management Enforcement and Regulations and Refer to AAO#1 Budget Process $250,000 for Social Cost of Carbon Nexus Fee Study for Berkeley Origin Construction and Demolition Debris
12.Harrison, co-sponsor Taplin – Budget Referral: Allocate the existing $900,000 Transportation Network Company (TNC) Tax to Calm Traffic in Vicinity of Derby St, Increase Citywide Traffic Calming Budget and Establish Ongoing General Fund Allocation Policy for TNC 1. $100,000 calming measures in the vicinity of 2023 Halloween Derby St. hit and run incident highlighting designation of crosswalks, and consideration of a stop sign on Mabel at Carleton and Derby, 2. $25,000 to purchase 5 additional portable speed radar trailers total 7, 3. Increase traffic Calming budget to $400,000, 4. $450,000 to 2017 bicycle lanes.
13.Arredondo, CM Office - Reimagining Public Safety Status Report
++++++++++++++++ City Council DECEMBER 12, 2023 ++++++++++++++++
AGENDA for DECEMBER 12, 2023 CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 3 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1610996492
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 099 6492
AGENDA: one item 1. North Berkeley Objective Design Standards
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA for DECEMBER 12, 2023 CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1610996492
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 099 6492
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.Harvey – 2nd reading Amendments to Berkeley Election Reform Act (BERA) cost of living adjustment and reporting requirement thresholds
2.Klein, Planning – 2nd reading Southside Zoning Implementation Program and 2023-2031 Housing Element Update
3.Warhuus, HHCS – 2nd reading Authorizing Lease of 830 University to Berkeley Free Clinic
4.Minutes for approval 10/23/2023, 11/6/2023, 11/7/2023, 11/13/2023, 11/14/2023, 11/21/2023 and 11/28/2023
5.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations $150,000 for Willard Clubhouse Public Art
6.Warhuus, HHCS – Extend the Duration of Funding Reservations for Housing Trust Fund Projects Measure O Funds Ashby Lofts at 2909-2919 Ninth $850,000, BUSD Workforce Housing at 1701 San Pablo $24,500,000, Peoples Park at 2556 Haste $14,359,593
7.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Revise Clasification and Salary Ranges for Parking Meter Maintenance and Collection Supervisor and Traffic Maintenance Supervisor
8.Contract $283,500 With Superion, LLC for AS400 Software Mainenance and Support 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2025
9.Ferris, Parks – Grant Application $700,000 – State Parks Outdoor Equity Grants Program up to $700,000
10.Ferris, Parks – Grant Application $218,451 - CA Air Resources Board for new electric boat and charging station
11.Ferris, Park - Contract $6,831,067 which includes 10% contingency $621,006 with Buhler for Willard Park Clubhouse and Restroom Replacement Project
12.Ferris, Park – Donation $3,400 Memorial Bench at Cesar Chavez Park in memory of Ronald Henry Klein
13.Ferris, Park – Donation $3,400 Memorial Bench at Cesar Chavez Park in memory of Ramakant Tulisan
14.Bellow, Public Works – Contract $3,456,596 includes 10% contingency $314,236 Specification No. 24-11619-C: Kolos Engineering, Inc. for The Alameda, et al. Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Project
15.Bellow, Public Works – Purchase Order $8,500,00 with Pinnacle Petroleum, Inc. and $2,000,000 Western States, Inc. for Bulk Renewable Diesel and Gasoline for City Vehicles 2025 – 2029
16.Bellow, Public Works - Purchase Order $1,600,000 with National Auto Fleet Group for 4 Tractor Trucks
17.Bellow, Public Works – Purchase Order $284,974 with Braun Network, Inc for 1 North Start 155 Type 1 Ambulance
18.Bellow, Public Works – Amend Contract No. 102354-1add $200,000 total $832,750 with Direct Line Tele Response for Citywide After-Hours Answering Service
19.Bellow, Public Works – Amend Contract No. 32300110 add $150,000 total $300,000 with SCI Consulting for On-call Civil Engineering Services
20.Bellow, Public Works – Amend Contract No. 32400004 add $200,000 total $250,000 with Roofing Constructors, Inc. dba Western Roofing Service on on0call roofing and gutter repair services
21.Bellow, Public Works – Amend Contract No. 103266-1 add $100,000 total $450,000 with Karste Consulting, Inc for Emergency Preparedness Services and Training
22.Bellow, Public Works – Contract $443,207 with American Restore for Transfer Station Tipping Floor Repair Emergency Project at 1201 Second Street due to hazardous conditions authorizing exception to formal bidding process
23.Miller for Parks and Waterfront Commission – Request for Community Survey for placing a modest increase in Parks Tax on November 2024 Ballot
24.Wong, Auditor – Audit on Ballot Measure FF funds, recommend report back every 6 months
Council Consent Items:
25.Arreguin – Reappointment of Dr. P. Robert Beatty to the Alameda County Mosquito Abatement District Board of Trustees for a 2 year term
26.Arreguin, co-sponsor Wengraf, Hahn – Right to Reproductive Freedom
27.Arreguin – Adjustment to City Attorney Salary Range (top $360,000 annually) and Revised SalaryCity Attorney Farimah Brown to $336,000
28.Taplin, co-sponsor Hahn, Harrison – Waterside Workshops Winter Festival and Kids Bike Giveaway
29.Taplin, co-sponsor Bartlett, Harrison – Budget Referral and Updated Guidelines and Procedures for City Council Office Staff Expenditures
30.Wengraf, co-sponsors Arreguin, Hahn– Letter to AC Transit Regarding Draft Realignment Scenarios (plan to end Grizzly Peak route)
AGENDA on ACTION:
31.Hollander, OED – Expansion of Elmwood Business Improvement District
32.Friedrichsen, Budget Manager – Annual Appropriations Ordinance $258,777,491 (gross) $246,555,990(net)
33.Cardwell, CM Office – Consideration of Options for BHS Staff Parking
INFORMATION REPORTS:
34.Brown, City Attorney – Settlement Claim of D.L. Falk Construction North Berkeley Senior Center
35.Oyekanmi, Finance –FY 2023 4th Quarter Investment Report
36.Oyekanmi, Finance –Section 115 Trust Investment Report for: Inception to Period Ended 6/30/2023
37.Klein, Planning – Climate Action Plan and Resilience Update
38.Lovvorn, Commission Secretary – Civic Arts Commission Work Plan FY 2024
39.Uberti, Commission Secretary – Housing Advisory Commission Work Plan FY 2024
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LAND USE CALENDAR PUBLIC HEARINGS:
Worth Noting:
There are only two (December 5, 12) more scheduled City Council meetings before Winter Recess - December 13, 2023 – January 15, 2024 and the agendas for both meetings are posted. At the bottom of this posting are the agendas for December 5 and 12. On December 12 the 3 pm meeting is on the North Berkeley BART Station Housing Objective Standards.
- Monday:
- At 10 am the Land Use Committee meets in the hybrid format.
- At 7 pm the Personnel Board in person.
- Tuesday:
- At 9:30 am the Budget Committee meets in the hybrid format on AAO
- At 6 pm the City Council meets in the hybrid format item A. Deconstruction and Construction regulations, item 12. $900,000 on street calming budget referral and item 13. report on reimaging public safety.
- At 7 pm the Rent Stabilization Board meets in closed session.
- Wednesday:
- At 5:30 pm the Planning Commission meets in person on the demolition ordinance.
- At 6 pm the Civic Arts Commission meets in person.
- At 6:30 pm the Police Accountability Board meets in the Hybrid format.
- At 7 pm the Disaster and Fire Safety Commission meets in person
- Thursday:
- At 7 pm the Landmarks Preservation Commission meets in person.
- At 1 pm WETA meets in the hybrid format.
- Friday:
- From 6 – 9 pm there is a dance for teens, pre-registration is required.
- From 8 – 10 pm there is a city sponsored comedy show tickets $20.
- Saturday:
- From 10 am – 1 pm on winter weather preparedness, sandbags, storm drains.
- Berkeley Neighborhoods Council meets the 2nd Saturday of the month, check later.
Free Yoga Classes every Tuesday and Wednesday from 4:30 – 5:30 pm at the West Berkeley Family Wellness Center, 1900 Sixth Street, Register by phone 510-981-5350.
Check the City website for city activities, late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, December 3, 2023 – no city meetings or vents found
Monday, December 4, 2023
LAND USE, HOUSING & ECONOMIC at 10 am
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1604312346
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 431 2346
AGENDA: 2. Neighborhood-Scale Commercial, refer to city manager and Planning Commission to consider policies to permit neighborhood-scale retail uses in residential neighborhoods.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-land-use-housing-economic-development
PERSONNEL BOARD at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1301 Shattuck, Live Oak Park Community Center, Creekside Room
AGENDA: V. Adjustment to City Attorney Salary Range and Revised Salary, VI. Recommendation to Revise Job Class Specification – Parking services Manager
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/personnel-board
Tuesday, December 5, 2023
BUDGET & FINANCE COMMITTEE at 9:30 am
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1607680921
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 768 0921
AGENDA: 2. Fiscal Year 2024 Annual Appropriations Ordinance#1 (AAO), 3. Audit Recommendations Berkeley Police Department to manage overtime and security work for outside entities.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-budget-finance
CITY COUNCIL at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1612629119
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 262 9119
AGENDA: Use the link and choose the html option or see the agenda listed at the end of the calendar.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
RENT STABILIZATION BOARD Special Meeting Closed Session at 7 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2001 Center Street, 2nd Floor, Rent Board Law Library
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82768438800?pwd=_aqrWzCBLNOq0fEvfCFjaFj_whFYRw.mFV3xuQbxvLfqjxW
Teleconference: 1-408-638-0968
Meeting ID: 827 6843 8800 Passcode: 452308
AGENDA: 5. Closed session Public Employee Evaluation
https://rentboard.berkeleyca.gov/elected-rent-board/rent-board-meetings
Wednesday, December 6, 2023
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Russell
AGENDA: 5. Chair’s Report – a) Budget Referral of $300,000 for Capital Projects Grants in AAO#1, 6. Presentation, Discussion & Action Items: a) Action - City of Berkeley Poet Laureate 2024-2025 Hilary Amnah, b) Presentation – 2023/2024 Municipal Artist-in-Residence for City of Berkeley’s San Pablo Area Specific Plan, c) Action: Cube Space Exhibit, d) FY2023 Individual Artist Project Grants Guidelines, e) FY 2025 Community Festivals Grant Guidelines, f) FY 2025 Arts Program Grant Guidelines, g) 2024-2025 Grant Review Panelists, h) letter of support for Capital Projects Grants.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
DISASTER and FIRE SAFETY COMMISSIONS at 7 pm
In-Person: at 997 Cedar, Fire Department Division of Training Classroom
AGENDA: 1. Chair’s Report, 2. Fire Department Report, Action Items: 4. Meeting schedule, 5. Provide recommendation to Council regarding separation of mixed-use pedestrian and e-bike pathways, 6. Request to merge action and discussion calendars under the title “Items for Discussion and Possible Action”, 7. Send a report to City Council recommending using Measure FF funds to support a Once-Time Clearing of eucalyptus understory for participating properties, Discussion Items: 8. Measure FF Funds, 9. New Commissioner Work Plan, 10. Clarification of recently approved ordinance on ADUs and JADUs, 12. Impact of increased density to new developments on Shattuck/Adeline.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/disaster-and-fire-safety-commission
PLANNING COMMISSION at 5:30 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 10. Public hearing: Demolition Ordinance – this is about replacing rent controlled and/or affordable units lot through demolition
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/planning-commission
POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD at 6:30 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82653396072
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 826 5339 6072
AGENDA: Agenda not posted check later
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
Thursday, December 7, 2023
LANDMARKS PRESERVATION COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. 2065 Kittredge – Final Design Review (#DRCF2023-0002) for the Shattuck Hotel Site, 7. 2144 Shattuck – structural alteration permit (#LMSAP2023-0007) American Trust Building,
8. 2037 Durant – Demolition Referral (Use Permit #ZP2023-0064)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/landmarks-preservation-commission
WATER EMERGENCY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY (WETA/SF Bay Ferry) at 1 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at Port of San Francisco Pier 1
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89718217408
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 897 1821 7408 Password: 33779
AGENDA: 5. Reports of Staff a. Executive Director’s Report on FTA Grant Award, International Electric Ferry Innovations, Main Street Terminal Rehab Project Update, b. Financial statements, c. Federal Legislative Uptake, D. State Legislation Update, e. Monthly Operations Ridership and Recovery Report.
https://weta.sanfranciscobayferry.com/next-board-meeting
Friday, December 8, 2023
TEENS HOLIDAY JINGLE DANCE SWAG from 6 – 9 pm
Pre-registration Required – No Onsite Registration
Only current Longfellow, Willard or King students may attend and must bring student ID or class schedule
Location: 2800 Park, Frances Albrier Center
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/teens-holiday-jingle-dance-swag
LIVE OAK LAUGHS STAND-UP COMEDY doors open 7:30 pm, show from 8 – 10 pm
In-Person: at Live Oak Park Community Center
Cost $10 for ages 18 and up
Refreshments and onsite childcare for 5 – 13 available for additional cost
Registration recommended
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/news/come-out-december-8-night-local-stand-comedy
Saturday, December 9, 2023
HELLO WINTER WEATHER! PREPAREDNESS WORKSHOP AT STRAWBERRY CREEK PARK from 10 am – 1 pm
Location: 1326 Allston Way, Strawberry Creek Park
AGENDA: Short talk followed with demonstrations, Adopt a storm drain, learn how to fill and place sandbags to protect your home.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/hello-winter-weather-preparedness-workshop-strawberry-creek-park
BERKELEY NEIGHBORHOODS COUNCIL at 10 am
Videoconference:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/4223188307?pwd=dFlNMVlVZ2d6b0FnSHh3ZlFwV2NMdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 422 318 8307 Passcode: 521161
AGENDA: Check closer to Saturday to confirm BNC is meeting and to check the agenda.
https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/
Sunday, December 10, 2023 – no city meetings or events found
++++++++++++++++++++ DECEMBER 5, 2023 CITY COUNCIL ++++++++++++
AGENDA for DECEMBER 5, 2023 CITY COUNCIL Regular meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1612629119
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 262 9119
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations $600,000 for sanitary sewer rehabilitation project
2.Oyekanmi, Finance – Amend Contract No. 32000060 add $210,000 plus 2-year extension $400,000 total $1,438,170 with Toshiba for Multi-function Devices through 2025
3.Sprague, Fire – Piggyback on Contract No. 10089896-22-W for $272,029 through 12/18/2023 - 9/30/2028 with Intterra for Operations, Pre-Planning, Reporting and Analytics with option to extend for 5 additional years at additional cost not to exceed $300,000
4.Kouyoumdjian, HR - MOU with Berkeley Fire Fighters Association
5.Fong, IT – Amend Contract 32000281 add $825,811 total $1,718,633 with ConvergeOne for Avaya Telephone System Administration Maintenance and Support 7/1/2020 – 6/30/2025
6.Fong, IT – Amend Contract No, 32000008 (1102) add $115,300 total $322,946 with Granicus, Inc for live video streaming services, for on-demand archival video, podcasting, and web page subscription services 7/1/2017 – 6/30/2025
7.Ferris, Parks – Grant Contract accept $750,000 from Housing and Urban Development (HUD) for the MLK Youth Services Center Seismic Upgrade Project
8.Ferris, Parks – Accept cash donation of $5,000 from Friends of the Berkeley Rose Garden to purchase roses and maintenance yard fence screening for Berkeley Rose Garden
Council Consent Items:
9.Arreguin – 13th Annual Martin Luther King Jr Celebration
10.Taplin, co-sponsor – Nancy Skinner Municipal Pier Resolution, Refer to Parks, Recreation and Waterfront Commission
11.Harrison – Budget Referral $273,342 to the November 2023 AAO #1 to Pre-fund the Resilient (Green) Buildings Program Manager on Permanent Basis
AGENDA on ACTION:
A.Harrison – Refer to City Manager to Enhance the City’s Deconstruction and Construction Materials Management Enforcement and Regulations and Refer to AAO#1 Budget Process $250,000 for Social Cost of Carbon Nexus Fee Study for Berkeley Origin Construction and Demolition Debris
12.Harrison, co-sponsor Taplin – Budget Referral: Allocate the existing $900,000 Transportation Network Company (TNC) Tax to Calm Traffic in Vicinity of Derby St, Increase Citywide Traffic Calming Budget and Establish Ongoing General Fund Allocation Policy for TNC 1. $100,000 calming measures in the vicinity of 2023 Halloween Derby St. hit and run incident highlighting designation of crosswalks, and consideration of a stop sign on Mabel at Carleton and Derby, 2. $25,000 to purchase 5 additional portable speed radar trailers total 7, 3. Increase traffic Calming budget to $400,000, 4. $450,000 to 2017 bicycle lanes.
13.Arredondo, CM Office - Reimagining Public Safety Status Report
++++++++++++++++ City Council DECEMBER 12, 2023 ++++++++++++++++
AGENDA for DECEMBER 12, 2023 CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 3 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1610996492
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 099 6492
AGENDA: one item 1. North Berkeley Objective Design Standards
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA for DECEMBER 12, 2023 CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1610996492
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 099 6492
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.Harvey – 2nd reading Amendments to Berkeley Election Reform Act (BERA) cost of living adjustment and reporting requirement thresholds
2.Klein, Planning – 2nd reading Southside Zoning Implementation Program and 2023-2031 Housing Element Update
3.Warhuus, HHCS – 2nd reading Authorizing Lease of 830 University to Berkeley Free Clinic
4.Minutes for approval 10/23/2023, 11/6/2023, 11/7/2023, 11/13/2023, 11/14/2023, 11/21/2023 and 11/28/2023
5.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations $150,000 for Willard Clubhouse Public Art
6.Warhuus, HHCS – Extend the Duration of Funding Reservations for Housing Trust Fund Projects Measure O Funds Ashby Lofts at 2909-2919 Ninth $850,000, BUSD Workforce Housing at 1701 San Pablo $24,500,000, Peoples Park at 2556 Haste $14,359,593
7.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Revise Clasification and Salary Ranges for Parking Meter Maintenance and Collection Supervisor and Traffic Maintenance Supervisor
8.Contract $283,500 With Superion, LLC for AS400 Software Mainenance and Support 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2025
9.Ferris, Parks – Grant Application $700,000 – State Parks Outdoor Equity Grants Program up to $700,000
10.Ferris, Parks – Grant Application $218,451 - CA Air Resources Board for new electric boat and charging station
11.Ferris, Park - Contract $6,831,067 which includes 10% contingency $621,006 with Buhler for Willard Park Clubhouse and Restroom Replacement Project
12.Ferris, Park – Donation $3,400 Memorial Bench at Cesar Chavez Park in memory of Ronald Henry Klein
13.Ferris, Park – Donation $3,400 Memorial Bench at Cesar Chavez Park in memory of Ramakant Tulisan
14.Bellow, Public Works – Contract $3,456,596 includes 10% contingency $314,236 Specification No. 24-11619-C: Kolos Engineering, Inc. for The Alameda, et al. Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Project
15.Bellow, Public Works – Purchase Order $8,500,00 with Pinnacle Petroleum, Inc. and $2,000,000 Western States, Inc. for Bulk Renewable Diesel and Gasoline for City Vehicles 2025 – 2029
16.Bellow, Public Works - Purchase Order $1,600,000 with National Auto Fleet Group for 4 Tractor Trucks
17.Bellow, Public Works – Purchase Order $284,974 with Braun Network, Inc for 1 North Start 155 Type 1 Ambulance
18.Bellow, Public Works – Amend Contract No. 102354-1add $200,000 total $832,750 with Direct Line Tele Response for Citywide After-Hours Answering Service
19.Bellow, Public Works – Amend Contract No. 32300110 add $150,000 total $300,000 with SCI Consulting for On-call Civil Engineering Services
20.Bellow, Public Works – Amend Contract No. 32400004 add $200,000 total $250,000 with Roofing Constructors, Inc. dba Western Roofing Service on on0call roofing and gutter repair services
21.Bellow, Public Works – Amend Contract No. 103266-1 add $100,000 total $450,000 with Karste Consulting, Inc for Emergency Preparedness Services and Training
22.Bellow, Public Works – Contract $443,207 with American Restore for Transfer Station Tipping Floor Repair Emergency Project at 1201 Second Street due to hazardous conditions authorizing exception to formal bidding process
23.Miller for Parks and Waterfront Commission – Request for Community Survey for placing a modest increase in Parks Tax on November 2024 Ballot
24.Wong, Auditor – Audit on Ballot Measure FF funds, recommend report back every 6 months
Council Consent Items:
25.Arreguin – Reappointment of Dr. P. Robert Beatty to the Alameda County Mosquito Abatement District Board of Trustees for a 2 year term
26.Arreguin, co-sponsor Wengraf, Hahn – Right to Reproductive Freedom
27.Arreguin – Adjustment to City Attorney Salary Range (top $360,000 annually) and Revised SalaryCity Attorney Farimah Brown to $336,000
28.Taplin, co-sponsor Hahn, Harrison – Waterside Workshops Winter Festival and Kids Bike Giveaway
29.Taplin, co-sponsor Bartlett, Harrison – Budget Referral and Updated Guidelines and Procedures for City Council Office Staff Expenditures
30.Wengraf, co-sponsors Arreguin, Hahn– Letter to AC Transit Regarding Draft Realignment Scenarios (plan to end Grizzly Peak route)
AGENDA on ACTION:
31.Hollander, OED – Expansion of Elmwood Business Improvement District
32.Friedrichsen, Budget Manager – Annual Appropriations Ordinance $258,777,491 (gross) $246,555,990(net)
33.Cardwell, CM Office – Consideration of Options for BHS Staff Parking
INFORMATION REPORTS:
34.Brown, City Attorney – Settlement Claim of D.L. Falk Construction North Berkeley Senior Center
35.Oyekanmi, Finance –FY 2023 4th Quarter Investment Report
36.Oyekanmi, Finance –Section 115 Trust Investment Report for: Inception to Period Ended 6/30/2023
37.Klein, Planning – Climate Action Plan and Resilience Update
38.Lovvorn, Commission Secretary – Civic Arts Commission Work Plan FY 2024
39.Uberti, Commission Secretary – Housing Advisory Commission Work Plan FY 2024
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LAND USE CALENDAR PUBLIC HEARINGS:
- 2924 Russell 2/27/2024
- 1960 San Antonio 645 Arlington Avenue 2/13/2024
- 3000 Shattuck Avenue (Construct 10-story mixed-use building) – TBD
- December 5, 2023 – Re-Imagining Public Safety Update and Ceasefire– (to be the only action item of the evening, Wengraf and Arreguin will be absent on December 5)
- January 23, 2024 - Draft Waterfront Specific Plan (tentative – rescheduled from November 2, 2023)
- February 6, 2024 – Office of Economic Development (OED) Dashboards Presentation
- Fire Department Standards of Coverage & Community Risk Assessment
- Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation
- Presentation on Homelessness/Re-Housing/Thousand-Person Plan
- May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report, Wildfire Prevention Plan https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-special-meeting-eagenda-may-16-2023-6-pm
- June 20 (WS) - Climate Action Plan & Resilience Update, Berkeley Economic Dashboards Update reports available https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas/city-council-2023-06-20
November 26 - December 3, 2023
Worth Noting:
There are only three (November 28, December 5, 12) more scheduled City Council meetings before Winter Recess - December 13, 2023 – January 15, 2024. At the bottom of the posting is the draft agenda for December 12 and the full agendas for November 28 and December 5. The Budget meeting on the AAO#1 (Annual Appropriations Ordinance aka mid-year budget adjustment) is tentatively scheduled for December 5 and is not posted.
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
Directions with links to ZOOM support for activating Closed Captioning and Save Transcript are at the bottom of this calendar.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, November 26, 2023 – no city meetings or vents found
Monday, November 27, 2023
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION Grants Subcommittee at 11 am
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1604272001
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252
Meeting ID: 160 427 2001
AGENDA: 5. Discussion Items with possible action a) FY 2025 Community Festival Guidelines, b) FY 2025 Arts Program Guidelines.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1606224847
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 622 4847
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve City Council 12/12/2023 -- draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda below at the end of the list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Workssessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review: 8. Harrison, co-sponsor Bartlett - Amend BMC 3.78 to expand eligibility requirements for Representatives of The Poor to Serve on The Human Welfare and Community Action Commission, 9. Discussion and Possible Action on City Council Rules of Decorum and Remote Public Comments, 10. City Council Legislative Systems Redesign, Unscheduled Items: 11. Modifications or Improvements to City Council Meeting Procedures 12. Strengthening and Supporting City Commission: Guidance on Development of Legislative Proposals, 13. Discussion and Recommendations on use of Berkeley Considers
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
Tuesday, November 28, 2023
CITY COUNCIL at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1619253897
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 925 3897
AGENDA: Use the link and choose the html option or see the agenda listed at the end of the calendar.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
ZERO WASTE COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1326 Allston, Corporation Yard, Ratcliff Building, Willow Room
AGENDA: Discussion and Action Items: 1. 2024 calendar move meeting to 3rd or 4th Thursday at 5:30 pm, 2. Report out from subcommittee to review green building requirements, 3. SB-54 and opposition to the Taxpayer Protection and Government Accountability Act, 4. Presentation: As You Sow.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zero-waste-commission
FRESH ADVENTURE OUTDOOR PROGRAM COMMUNITY BRAINSTORM MEETINGS from 6 – 7 pm
In-Person: at 2800 Park, Francis Albrier Community Center
AGENDA: Berkeley is competing for State Equity Grant Funding. Meeting is for ideas to design program for more experience with the outdoors and nature. Program will repeat on Saturday at Tots Winter Carnival.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/community-brainstorm-help-design-fresh-adventures-program-nov-28
Wednesday, November 29, 2023
ENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATE COMMISSION at 6 PM
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 7. Election Chair, 8. Presentation and Discussion: Electric Mobility Roadmap Implementation Update including micro-mobility, municipal fleet electrification, EV infrastructure, and Public EV charging fees, 10. Presentation, Discussion and Action: Curbside Management,
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/environment-and-climate-commission
Thursday, November 30, 2023
LANDMARKS PRESERVATION COMMISSION
AGENDA: no agenda posted, check after Monday
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/landmarks-preservation-commission
ZONING ADJUSTMENTS BOARD (ZAB) at 7 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: CHECK Webpage for new ZOOM link, the posted link in the agenda is showing as expired https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83408771762
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 or 1-669-900-6833 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 834 0877 1762
AGENDA: 2. 2127-2159 Dwight Way between Shattuck & Fulton – on consent – Use Permit #ZP2023-0057 – demolish 2 of the 4 existing buildings and replace with a new 72,251 sq ft 6-story (71-ft, 5 inches) residential building with 58 new units for combined 66 units, includes 3 extremely low-income units, 2 very low-income units, 2 low income units and 1 moderate income unit) utilizing a State Density Bonus
3. 1804 Harmon @ Ellis – on action – Use Permit #ZP2023-0036 - construct new 676 sq ft, 1-story (11 ft) single-family dwelling unit on a vacant non-conforming 1,586 sq ft and grant a variance to open space and setback development standards
4. 1652 University @ Jefferson – on action – Use Permit #ZP2022-0110 – demolish a 2-story 6,232 sq ft commercial building, construct a 24,732 sq ft 5-story (59 ft, 10 inches) mixed-use building with 3,145 sq ft of commercial space on the ground floor including 2 live/work units and 26 dwelling units including 2 very low-income units, utilizing a State Density Bonus.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zoning-adjustments-board
Friday, December 1, 2023
Saturday, December 2, 2023
TOTS WINTER CARNIVAL (ages 0-5) from 10 am – 1 pm
In-Person: 1301 Shattuck, Live Oak Park (register online or on-site at event)
AGENDA: games with prizes for toddlers, program for ideas to design program for more experience with the outdoors and nature will repeat.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/tots-winter-carnival
Sunday, December 3, 2023 – no city meetings or events found
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+++++Agenda Committee Draft Agenda for 12/12/2023 ++++ Council 12/28/2023 ++++ Council Meeting 12/5/2023 ++++
November 27, 2023 AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
DRAFT AGENDA City Council December 12, 2023 Regular Meeting
Hybrid Meeting:
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1606224847
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 622 4847
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.Harvey – 2nd reading Amendments to Berkeley Election Reform Act (BERA) cost of living adjustment and reporting requirement thresholds
2.Klein, Planning – 2nd reading Southside Zoning Implementation Program and 2023-2031 Housing Element Update
3.Friedrichsen, Budget Manager – Annual Appropriations Ordinance $255,007,251 (gross) $245,666,549 (net)
4.Minutes for approval 10/23/2023, 11/6/2023, 11/7/2023, 11/13/2023, 11/14/2023, 11/20/2023, 11/21/2023 and 11/28/2023
5.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations $150,000
6.Warhuus, HHCS – Extend the Duration of Funding Reservations for Housing Trust Fund Projects Measure O Funds Ashby Lofts at 2909-2919 Ninth $850,000, BUSD Workforce Housing at 1701 San Pablo $24,500,000, Peoples Park at 2556 Haste $14,359,593
7.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Revise Clasification and Salary Ranges for Parking Meter Maintenance and Collection Supervisor and Traffic Maintenance Supervisor
8.Contract $283,500 With Superion, LLC for AS400 Software Mainenance and Support 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2025
9.Ferris, Parks – Grant Application $700,000 – State Parks Outdoor Equity Grants Program up to $700,000
10.Ferris, Parks – Grant Application $218,451 - CA Air Resources Board for new electric boat and charging station
11.Ferris, Park - Contract $6,831,067 which includes 10% contingency $621,006 with Buhler for Willard Park Clubhouse and Restroom Replacement Project
12.Ferris, Park – Donation $3,400 Memorial Bench at Cesar Chavez Park in memory of Ronald Henry Klein
13.Ferris, Park – Donation $3,400 Memorial Bench at Cesar Chavez Park in memory of Ramakant Tulisan
14.Bellow, Public Works – Contract $3,456,596 includes 10% contingency $314,236 Specification No. 24-11619-C: Kolos Engineering, Inc. for The Alameda, et al. Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Project
15.Bellow, Public Works – Purchase Order $8,500,00 with Pinnacle Petroleum, Inc. and $2,000,000 Western States, Inc. for Bulk Renewable Diesel and Gasoline for City Vehicles 2025 – 2029
16.Bellow, Public Works - Purchase Order $1,600,000 with National Auto Fleet Group for 4 Tractor Trucks
17.Bellow, Public Works – Purchase Order $284,974 with Braun Network, Inc for 1 North Start 155 Type 1 Ambulance
18.Bellow, Public Works – Amend Contract No. 102354-1add $200,000 total $832,750 with Direct Line Tele Response for Citywide After-Hours Answering Service
19.Bellow, Public Works – Amend Contract No. 32300110 add $150,000 total $300,000 with SCI Consulting for On-call Civil Engineering Services
20.Bellow, Public Works – Amend Contract No. 32400004 add $200,000 total $250,000 with Roofing Constructors, Inc. dba Western Roofing Service on on0call roofing and gutter repair services
21.Bellow, Public Works – Amend Contract No. 103266-1 add $100,000 total $450,000 with Karste Consulting, Inc for Emergency Preparedness Services and Training
22.Miller for Parks and Waterfront Commission – Request for Community Survey for placing a modest increase in Parks Tax on November 2024 Ballot
23.Wong, Auditor – Audit on Ballot Measure FF funds, recommend report back every 6 months
Council Consent Items:
24.Arreguin – Reappointment of Dr. P. Robert Beatty to the Alameda County Mosquito Abatement District Board of Trustees for a 2 year term
25.Taplin – Waterside Workshops Winter Festival and Kids Bike Giveaway
26.Taplin, co-sponsor Bartlett, Harrison – Budget Referral and Updated Guidelines and Procedures for City Council Office Staff Expenditures
AGENDA on ACTION:
29.Hollander, OED – Expansion of Elmwood Business Improvement District
30.Harrison – Adopt Ordinance adding BMC 12.75 to Establish Protections Relating to Horses Held, Owned, Used, Exhibited or otherwise kept for Racing or Other Sport
31.Arreguin, co-sponsor Wengraf – Right to Reproductive Freedom
32.Bartlett – Referral to the City Manager: Eminent Domain Feasibility Analysis for 2902 and 2908 Adeline Street Properties and Abandoned House at 1946 Russell for purposes of developing mixed-use affordable housing
33.Wengraf – Letter to AC Transit Regarding Draft Realignment Scenarios (plan to end Grizzly Peak route)
34.Robinson, Harrison – Use of Sidewalks for Recreation, Such as Chess in public right of way
INFORMATION REPORTS:
35.Brown, City Attorney – Settlement Claim of D.L. Falk Construction North Berkeley Senior Center
36.Oyekanmi, Finance –FY 2023 4th Quarter Investment Report
37.Oyekanmi, Finance –Section 115 Trust Investment Report for: Inception to Period Ended 6/30/2023
38.Klein, Planning – Climate Action Plan and Resilience Update
39.Lovvorn, Commission Secretary – Civic Arts Commission Work Plan FY 2024
40.Uberti, Commission Secretary – Housing Advisory Commission Work Plan FY 2024
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AGENDA for November 28, 2023 CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1619253897
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 925 3897
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.2023 Conflict of Interest Code Update
2.2023 Annual Commission Attendance and Meeting Report
3.Environment and Climate Commission – Appointment of New Youth Members
4.Radu, City Manager – Amend Contract R9704 with City of Albany, Albany will pay Berkeley $291,019 total $945,512 for Animal Services FY 2024 – FY2026
5.Radu – Contract $60,750 with Echo Cartagena DVM to provide on-site veterinary services January 2024 – June 2024
6.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations $6,880,000, $880,000 for Sacramento Street Pedestrian Safety Project Oregon to Fairview, $6,000,000 Berkeley Marin a Dredging Project using State Coastal Conservancy Grant Fund
7.Warhuus, HHCS – Revenue Grant Agreement $673,179 to provide public health nursing services 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2026
8.Warhuus, HHCS – Lease of 830 University to Berkeley Free Clinic
9.Louis, Police – Amend Contract 32300062 add $50,000 total $200,000 with Moreland Investigations for background checks, 11/3/2022 – 11/2/2027
10.Louis, Police - Amend Contract 32200152 add $150,000 total $200,000 with Cindy K. Hull & Associates Forensic Consulting Services, LLC
Council Consent Items:
11.Arreguin – Appoint Tracy Matthews to the Berkeley Housing Authority for 2-year term
12.Arreguin, co-sponsor Harrison – Civic Arts Referral for Memorial Wall to Councilmember Dona Spring and budget referral $162,000
13.Arreguin – Accept grant funding $75,000 from San Francisco Foundation and amend Contract 32200161 with Creative Development Partners to extend consulting work associated with Equitable Black Berkeley Initiative total contract $200,000
14.Taplin – Designating Open Space Adjacent to the Ninth Street Greenway between Heinz and Berkeley-Emeryville border as a Linear City Park pursuant to BMC 6.42
15.Bartlett – Expenditure of Funds - Healthy Black Families 10th Anniversary
16.Harrison – Refer to City Manager to Enhance the City’s Deconstruction and Construction Materials Management Enforcement and Regulations and Refer to AAO#1 Budget Process $250,000 for Social Cost of Carbon Nexus Fee Study for Berkeley Origin Construction and Demolition Debris
AGENDA: on ACTION:
17.LaTanya Bellow, Public Works – Street Rehabilitation Five Year Plan for 2024 – 2028
INFORMATION REPORTS:
18.Warhuus, HHCS – Healthy Checkout Ordinance Update
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AGENDA for December 5, 2023 CITY COUNCIL 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1612629119
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 262 9119
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations $600,000 for sanitary sewer rehabilitation project
2.Oyekanmi, Finance – Amend Contract No. 32000060 add $210,000 plus 2-year extension $400,000 total $1,438,170 with Toshiba for Multi-function Devices through 2025
3.Sprague, Fire – Piggyback on Contract No. 10089896-22-W for $272,029 through 12/18/2023 - 9/30/2028 with Intterra for Operations, Pre-Planning, Reporting and Analytics with option to extend for 5 additional years at additional cost not to exceed $300,000
4.Kouyoumdjian, HR - MOU with Berkeley Fire Fighters Association
5.Fong, IT – Amend Contract 32000281 add $825,811 total $1,718,633 with ConvergeOne for Avaya Telephone System Administration Maintenance and Support 7/1/2020 – 6/30/2025
6.Fong, IT – Amend Contract No, 32000008 (1102) add $115,300 total $322,946 with Granicus, Inc for live video streaming services, for on-demand archival video, podcasting, and web page subscription services 7/1/2017 – 6/30/2025
7.Ferris, Parks – Grant Contract accept $750,000 from Housing and Urban Development (HUD) for the MLK Youth Services Center Seismic Upgrade Project
8.Ferris, Parks – Accept cash donation of $5,000 from Friends of the Berkeley Rose Garden to purchase roses and maintenance yard fence screening for Berkeley Rose Garden
Council Consent Items:
9.Arreguin – 13th Annual Martin Luther King Jr Celebration
10.Taplin, co-sponsor – Nancy Skinner Municipal Pier Resolution, Refer to Parks, Recreation and Waterfront Commission
11.Harrison – Budget Referral $273,342 to the November 2023 AAO #1 to Pre-fund the Resilient (Green) Buildings Program Manager on Permanent Basis
AGENDA on ACTION:
12.Harrison, co-sponsor Taplin – Budget Referral: Allocate the existing $900,000 Transportation Network Company (TNC) Tax to Calm Traffic in Vicinity of Derby St, Increase Citywide Traffic Calming Budget and Establish Ongoing General Fund Allocation Policy for TNC 1. $100,000 calming measures in the vicinity of 2023 Halloween Derby St. hit and run incident highlighting designation of crosswalks, and consideration of a stop sign on Mabel at Carleton and Derby, 2. $25,000 to purchase 5 additional portable speed radar trailers total 7, 3. Increase traffic Calming budget to $400,000, 4. $450,000 to 2017 bicycle lanes.
13.Arredondo, CM Office - Reimagining Public Safety Status Report
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LAND USE CALENDAR PUBLIC HEARINGS:
Worth Noting:
There are only three (November 28, December 5, 12) more scheduled City Council meetings before Winter Recess - December 13, 2023 – January 15, 2024. At the bottom of the posting is the draft agenda for December 12 and the full agendas for November 28 and December 5. The Budget meeting on the AAO#1 (Annual Appropriations Ordinance aka mid-year budget adjustment) is tentatively scheduled for December 5 and is not posted.
- Monday:
- At 11 am the Civic Arts Commission Grants Subcommittee meets online.
- At 2:30 the Agenda Committee meets in the Hybrid format on the Dec 12 city council draft agenda which includes 27-North Berkeley BART Objective Standards, 30-Horse Racing, 32-Eminent domain for 2902, 3908 Adeline and 1946 Russell and the Chess Club.
- Tuesday:
- At 6 pm the City Council meets in the hybrid format item 17 is the 5-year paving plan.
- At 6 pm the Zero Waste Commission meets in person.
- From 6 – 7 pm community meeting on grant application for outdoor program grant
- Wednesday: At 6 pm the Environment and Climate Commission meets in person.
- Thursday:
- At 7 pm the Zoning Adjustment Board meets in the hybrid format – the zoom link shows as being expired check for an update,
- The Landmarks Preservation Commission is posted as meeting, but no agenda is posted. Check after Monday.
- Saturday: From 10 am – 1 pm is the Tots Carnival for ages 0-5 at Live Oak Park.
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
Directions with links to ZOOM support for activating Closed Captioning and Save Transcript are at the bottom of this calendar.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, November 26, 2023 – no city meetings or vents found
Monday, November 27, 2023
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION Grants Subcommittee at 11 am
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1604272001
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252
Meeting ID: 160 427 2001
AGENDA: 5. Discussion Items with possible action a) FY 2025 Community Festival Guidelines, b) FY 2025 Arts Program Guidelines.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1606224847
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 622 4847
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve City Council 12/12/2023 -- draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda below at the end of the list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Workssessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review: 8. Harrison, co-sponsor Bartlett - Amend BMC 3.78 to expand eligibility requirements for Representatives of The Poor to Serve on The Human Welfare and Community Action Commission, 9. Discussion and Possible Action on City Council Rules of Decorum and Remote Public Comments, 10. City Council Legislative Systems Redesign, Unscheduled Items: 11. Modifications or Improvements to City Council Meeting Procedures 12. Strengthening and Supporting City Commission: Guidance on Development of Legislative Proposals, 13. Discussion and Recommendations on use of Berkeley Considers
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
Tuesday, November 28, 2023
CITY COUNCIL at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1619253897
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 925 3897
AGENDA: Use the link and choose the html option or see the agenda listed at the end of the calendar.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
ZERO WASTE COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1326 Allston, Corporation Yard, Ratcliff Building, Willow Room
AGENDA: Discussion and Action Items: 1. 2024 calendar move meeting to 3rd or 4th Thursday at 5:30 pm, 2. Report out from subcommittee to review green building requirements, 3. SB-54 and opposition to the Taxpayer Protection and Government Accountability Act, 4. Presentation: As You Sow.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zero-waste-commission
FRESH ADVENTURE OUTDOOR PROGRAM COMMUNITY BRAINSTORM MEETINGS from 6 – 7 pm
In-Person: at 2800 Park, Francis Albrier Community Center
AGENDA: Berkeley is competing for State Equity Grant Funding. Meeting is for ideas to design program for more experience with the outdoors and nature. Program will repeat on Saturday at Tots Winter Carnival.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/community-brainstorm-help-design-fresh-adventures-program-nov-28
Wednesday, November 29, 2023
ENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATE COMMISSION at 6 PM
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 7. Election Chair, 8. Presentation and Discussion: Electric Mobility Roadmap Implementation Update including micro-mobility, municipal fleet electrification, EV infrastructure, and Public EV charging fees, 10. Presentation, Discussion and Action: Curbside Management,
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/environment-and-climate-commission
Thursday, November 30, 2023
LANDMARKS PRESERVATION COMMISSION
AGENDA: no agenda posted, check after Monday
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/landmarks-preservation-commission
ZONING ADJUSTMENTS BOARD (ZAB) at 7 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: CHECK Webpage for new ZOOM link, the posted link in the agenda is showing as expired https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83408771762
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 or 1-669-900-6833 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 834 0877 1762
AGENDA: 2. 2127-2159 Dwight Way between Shattuck & Fulton – on consent – Use Permit #ZP2023-0057 – demolish 2 of the 4 existing buildings and replace with a new 72,251 sq ft 6-story (71-ft, 5 inches) residential building with 58 new units for combined 66 units, includes 3 extremely low-income units, 2 very low-income units, 2 low income units and 1 moderate income unit) utilizing a State Density Bonus
3. 1804 Harmon @ Ellis – on action – Use Permit #ZP2023-0036 - construct new 676 sq ft, 1-story (11 ft) single-family dwelling unit on a vacant non-conforming 1,586 sq ft and grant a variance to open space and setback development standards
4. 1652 University @ Jefferson – on action – Use Permit #ZP2022-0110 – demolish a 2-story 6,232 sq ft commercial building, construct a 24,732 sq ft 5-story (59 ft, 10 inches) mixed-use building with 3,145 sq ft of commercial space on the ground floor including 2 live/work units and 26 dwelling units including 2 very low-income units, utilizing a State Density Bonus.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zoning-adjustments-board
Friday, December 1, 2023
Saturday, December 2, 2023
TOTS WINTER CARNIVAL (ages 0-5) from 10 am – 1 pm
In-Person: 1301 Shattuck, Live Oak Park (register online or on-site at event)
AGENDA: games with prizes for toddlers, program for ideas to design program for more experience with the outdoors and nature will repeat.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/tots-winter-carnival
Sunday, December 3, 2023 – no city meetings or events found
++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Full Agendas ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
+++++Agenda Committee Draft Agenda for 12/12/2023 ++++ Council 12/28/2023 ++++ Council Meeting 12/5/2023 ++++
November 27, 2023 AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
DRAFT AGENDA City Council December 12, 2023 Regular Meeting
Hybrid Meeting:
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1606224847
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 622 4847
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.Harvey – 2nd reading Amendments to Berkeley Election Reform Act (BERA) cost of living adjustment and reporting requirement thresholds
2.Klein, Planning – 2nd reading Southside Zoning Implementation Program and 2023-2031 Housing Element Update
3.Friedrichsen, Budget Manager – Annual Appropriations Ordinance $255,007,251 (gross) $245,666,549 (net)
4.Minutes for approval 10/23/2023, 11/6/2023, 11/7/2023, 11/13/2023, 11/14/2023, 11/20/2023, 11/21/2023 and 11/28/2023
5.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations $150,000
6.Warhuus, HHCS – Extend the Duration of Funding Reservations for Housing Trust Fund Projects Measure O Funds Ashby Lofts at 2909-2919 Ninth $850,000, BUSD Workforce Housing at 1701 San Pablo $24,500,000, Peoples Park at 2556 Haste $14,359,593
7.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Revise Clasification and Salary Ranges for Parking Meter Maintenance and Collection Supervisor and Traffic Maintenance Supervisor
8.Contract $283,500 With Superion, LLC for AS400 Software Mainenance and Support 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2025
9.Ferris, Parks – Grant Application $700,000 – State Parks Outdoor Equity Grants Program up to $700,000
10.Ferris, Parks – Grant Application $218,451 - CA Air Resources Board for new electric boat and charging station
11.Ferris, Park - Contract $6,831,067 which includes 10% contingency $621,006 with Buhler for Willard Park Clubhouse and Restroom Replacement Project
12.Ferris, Park – Donation $3,400 Memorial Bench at Cesar Chavez Park in memory of Ronald Henry Klein
13.Ferris, Park – Donation $3,400 Memorial Bench at Cesar Chavez Park in memory of Ramakant Tulisan
14.Bellow, Public Works – Contract $3,456,596 includes 10% contingency $314,236 Specification No. 24-11619-C: Kolos Engineering, Inc. for The Alameda, et al. Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Project
15.Bellow, Public Works – Purchase Order $8,500,00 with Pinnacle Petroleum, Inc. and $2,000,000 Western States, Inc. for Bulk Renewable Diesel and Gasoline for City Vehicles 2025 – 2029
16.Bellow, Public Works - Purchase Order $1,600,000 with National Auto Fleet Group for 4 Tractor Trucks
17.Bellow, Public Works – Purchase Order $284,974 with Braun Network, Inc for 1 North Start 155 Type 1 Ambulance
18.Bellow, Public Works – Amend Contract No. 102354-1add $200,000 total $832,750 with Direct Line Tele Response for Citywide After-Hours Answering Service
19.Bellow, Public Works – Amend Contract No. 32300110 add $150,000 total $300,000 with SCI Consulting for On-call Civil Engineering Services
20.Bellow, Public Works – Amend Contract No. 32400004 add $200,000 total $250,000 with Roofing Constructors, Inc. dba Western Roofing Service on on0call roofing and gutter repair services
21.Bellow, Public Works – Amend Contract No. 103266-1 add $100,000 total $450,000 with Karste Consulting, Inc for Emergency Preparedness Services and Training
22.Miller for Parks and Waterfront Commission – Request for Community Survey for placing a modest increase in Parks Tax on November 2024 Ballot
23.Wong, Auditor – Audit on Ballot Measure FF funds, recommend report back every 6 months
Council Consent Items:
24.Arreguin – Reappointment of Dr. P. Robert Beatty to the Alameda County Mosquito Abatement District Board of Trustees for a 2 year term
25.Taplin – Waterside Workshops Winter Festival and Kids Bike Giveaway
26.Taplin, co-sponsor Bartlett, Harrison – Budget Referral and Updated Guidelines and Procedures for City Council Office Staff Expenditures
AGENDA on ACTION:
- Klein, Planning – North Berkeley BART Objective Development Standards
29.Hollander, OED – Expansion of Elmwood Business Improvement District
30.Harrison – Adopt Ordinance adding BMC 12.75 to Establish Protections Relating to Horses Held, Owned, Used, Exhibited or otherwise kept for Racing or Other Sport
31.Arreguin, co-sponsor Wengraf – Right to Reproductive Freedom
32.Bartlett – Referral to the City Manager: Eminent Domain Feasibility Analysis for 2902 and 2908 Adeline Street Properties and Abandoned House at 1946 Russell for purposes of developing mixed-use affordable housing
33.Wengraf – Letter to AC Transit Regarding Draft Realignment Scenarios (plan to end Grizzly Peak route)
34.Robinson, Harrison – Use of Sidewalks for Recreation, Such as Chess in public right of way
INFORMATION REPORTS:
35.Brown, City Attorney – Settlement Claim of D.L. Falk Construction North Berkeley Senior Center
36.Oyekanmi, Finance –FY 2023 4th Quarter Investment Report
37.Oyekanmi, Finance –Section 115 Trust Investment Report for: Inception to Period Ended 6/30/2023
38.Klein, Planning – Climate Action Plan and Resilience Update
39.Lovvorn, Commission Secretary – Civic Arts Commission Work Plan FY 2024
40.Uberti, Commission Secretary – Housing Advisory Commission Work Plan FY 2024
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AGENDA for November 28, 2023 CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1619253897
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 925 3897
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.2023 Conflict of Interest Code Update
2.2023 Annual Commission Attendance and Meeting Report
3.Environment and Climate Commission – Appointment of New Youth Members
4.Radu, City Manager – Amend Contract R9704 with City of Albany, Albany will pay Berkeley $291,019 total $945,512 for Animal Services FY 2024 – FY2026
5.Radu – Contract $60,750 with Echo Cartagena DVM to provide on-site veterinary services January 2024 – June 2024
6.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations $6,880,000, $880,000 for Sacramento Street Pedestrian Safety Project Oregon to Fairview, $6,000,000 Berkeley Marin a Dredging Project using State Coastal Conservancy Grant Fund
7.Warhuus, HHCS – Revenue Grant Agreement $673,179 to provide public health nursing services 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2026
8.Warhuus, HHCS – Lease of 830 University to Berkeley Free Clinic
9.Louis, Police – Amend Contract 32300062 add $50,000 total $200,000 with Moreland Investigations for background checks, 11/3/2022 – 11/2/2027
10.Louis, Police - Amend Contract 32200152 add $150,000 total $200,000 with Cindy K. Hull & Associates Forensic Consulting Services, LLC
Council Consent Items:
11.Arreguin – Appoint Tracy Matthews to the Berkeley Housing Authority for 2-year term
12.Arreguin, co-sponsor Harrison – Civic Arts Referral for Memorial Wall to Councilmember Dona Spring and budget referral $162,000
13.Arreguin – Accept grant funding $75,000 from San Francisco Foundation and amend Contract 32200161 with Creative Development Partners to extend consulting work associated with Equitable Black Berkeley Initiative total contract $200,000
14.Taplin – Designating Open Space Adjacent to the Ninth Street Greenway between Heinz and Berkeley-Emeryville border as a Linear City Park pursuant to BMC 6.42
15.Bartlett – Expenditure of Funds - Healthy Black Families 10th Anniversary
16.Harrison – Refer to City Manager to Enhance the City’s Deconstruction and Construction Materials Management Enforcement and Regulations and Refer to AAO#1 Budget Process $250,000 for Social Cost of Carbon Nexus Fee Study for Berkeley Origin Construction and Demolition Debris
AGENDA: on ACTION:
17.LaTanya Bellow, Public Works – Street Rehabilitation Five Year Plan for 2024 – 2028
INFORMATION REPORTS:
18.Warhuus, HHCS – Healthy Checkout Ordinance Update
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AGENDA for December 5, 2023 CITY COUNCIL 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1612629119
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 262 9119
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations $600,000 for sanitary sewer rehabilitation project
2.Oyekanmi, Finance – Amend Contract No. 32000060 add $210,000 plus 2-year extension $400,000 total $1,438,170 with Toshiba for Multi-function Devices through 2025
3.Sprague, Fire – Piggyback on Contract No. 10089896-22-W for $272,029 through 12/18/2023 - 9/30/2028 with Intterra for Operations, Pre-Planning, Reporting and Analytics with option to extend for 5 additional years at additional cost not to exceed $300,000
4.Kouyoumdjian, HR - MOU with Berkeley Fire Fighters Association
5.Fong, IT – Amend Contract 32000281 add $825,811 total $1,718,633 with ConvergeOne for Avaya Telephone System Administration Maintenance and Support 7/1/2020 – 6/30/2025
6.Fong, IT – Amend Contract No, 32000008 (1102) add $115,300 total $322,946 with Granicus, Inc for live video streaming services, for on-demand archival video, podcasting, and web page subscription services 7/1/2017 – 6/30/2025
7.Ferris, Parks – Grant Contract accept $750,000 from Housing and Urban Development (HUD) for the MLK Youth Services Center Seismic Upgrade Project
8.Ferris, Parks – Accept cash donation of $5,000 from Friends of the Berkeley Rose Garden to purchase roses and maintenance yard fence screening for Berkeley Rose Garden
Council Consent Items:
9.Arreguin – 13th Annual Martin Luther King Jr Celebration
10.Taplin, co-sponsor – Nancy Skinner Municipal Pier Resolution, Refer to Parks, Recreation and Waterfront Commission
11.Harrison – Budget Referral $273,342 to the November 2023 AAO #1 to Pre-fund the Resilient (Green) Buildings Program Manager on Permanent Basis
AGENDA on ACTION:
12.Harrison, co-sponsor Taplin – Budget Referral: Allocate the existing $900,000 Transportation Network Company (TNC) Tax to Calm Traffic in Vicinity of Derby St, Increase Citywide Traffic Calming Budget and Establish Ongoing General Fund Allocation Policy for TNC 1. $100,000 calming measures in the vicinity of 2023 Halloween Derby St. hit and run incident highlighting designation of crosswalks, and consideration of a stop sign on Mabel at Carleton and Derby, 2. $25,000 to purchase 5 additional portable speed radar trailers total 7, 3. Increase traffic Calming budget to $400,000, 4. $450,000 to 2017 bicycle lanes.
13.Arredondo, CM Office - Reimagining Public Safety Status Report
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LAND USE CALENDAR PUBLIC HEARINGS:
- 2924 Russell 2/27/2024
- 1960 San Antonio 645 Arlington Avenue 2/13/2024
- 3000 Shattuck Avenue (Construct 10-story mixed-use building) – TBD
- December 5, 2023 – Re-Imagining Public Safety Update and Ceasefire– (to be the only action item of the evening, Wengraf and Arreguin will be absent on December 5)
- January 23, 2024 - Draft Waterfront Specific Plan (tentative – rescheduled from November 2, 2023)
- February 6, 2024 – Office of Economic Development (OED) Dashboards Presentation
- Fire Department Standards of Coverage & Community Risk Assessment
- Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation
- Presentation on Homelessness/Re-Housing/Thousand-Person Plan
- May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report, Wildfire Prevention Plan https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-special-meeting-eagenda-may-16-2023-6-pm
- June 20 (WS) - Climate Action Plan & Resilience Update, Berkeley Economic Dashboards Update reports available https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas/city-council-2023-06-20Worth Noting:
There are only three (November 28, December 5, 12) more scheduled City Council meetings before Winter Recess - December 13, 2023 – January 15, 2024
November 19 - November 26, 2023
Worth Noting:
There are only four (November 21, 28, December 5, 12) more scheduled City Council meetings before Winter Recess - December 13, 2023 – January 15, 2024
The City Thanksgiving Holiday includes both Thanksgiving Day and Friday. There are no City meetings after City Council finishes the special rescheduled meeting on Tuesday morning.
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
Directions with links to ZOOM support for activating Closed Captioning and Save Transcript are at the bottom of this calendar.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, November 19, 2023
BERKELEY HALF MARATHON at 7:30 am
Check for street closures (some start at 3 pm November 18) and bus route changes
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/news/berkeley-half-marathon-nov-19-street-closures-bus-route-info
Monday, November 20, 2023
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1618450732
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 845 0732
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve City Council 12/5/2023 -- draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda below at the end of the list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Workssessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review Referred Items for Review: 8. Discussion and Possible Action on City Council Rules of Decorum and Remote Public Comments, 9. Harrison, co-sponsor Bartlett - Amend BMC 3.78 to expand eligibility requirements for Representatives of The Poor to Serve on The Human Welfare and Community Action Commission, 10. City Council Legislative Systems Redesign, 11. Modifications or Improvements to City Council Meeting Procedures 12. Strengthening and Supporting City Commission: Guidance on Development of Legislative Proposals, 13. Discussion and Recommendations on use of Berkeley Considers
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
CITY COUNCIL Closed Session at 4:30 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1606038125
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 603 8125
AGENDA: 1.a. Performance Evaluation of the City Attorney
https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-closed-meeting-eagenda-november-20-2023
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION Grants Subcommittee at 2 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1611050243
AGENDA: No agenda posted
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
COMMISSION on LABOR at 7 pm
In-Person: At 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 2. Fair Workweek Ordinance Implementation updates, 3. Community Agency RFP FY 2025-2028 application review
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-labor
Tuesday, November 21, 2023
CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 9 am
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1618247322
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 824 7322
AGENDA: The November 14, 2023 City Council meeting ended abruptly at 8:48 pm with a motion to reschedule the meeting to November 21, 2023. Use the link and choose the html option or see the agenda listed at the end of the calendar. There are no consent or action agenda item changes from the agenda published for the November 14, 2023 meeting.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Wednesday, November 22, 2023 – no city meetings or events found
60th Anniversary of the Assassination of President John. F. Kennedy
Thursday, November 23, 2023 - THANKSGIVING
Friday, November 24, 2023 – Thanksgiving Holiday
Saturday, November 25, 2023 – no city meetings or events found
Sunday, November 26, 2023 – no city meetings or events found
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AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
DRAFT AGENDA City Council December 5, 2023 Regular Meeting
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1618450732
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 845 0732
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations $600,000
2.Oyekanmi, Finance – Amend Contract No. 32000060 with Toshiba for Multi-function Devices through 2025
3.Sprague, Fire – Piggyback on Contract No. 10089896-22-W for $272,029 through 12/18/2023 - 9/30/2028 with Intterra for Operations, Pre-Planning, Reporting and Analytics with option to extend for 5 additional years at additional cost not to exceed $300,000
4.Fong, IT – Amend Contract 32000281 add $825,811 total $1,718,633 with ConvergeOne for Avaya Telephone System Administration Maintenance and Support 7/1/2020 – 6/30/2025
5.Fong, IT – Amend Contract No, 32000008 (1102) add $115,300 total $322,946 with Granicus, Inc for live video streaming services, for on-demand archival video, podcasting, and web page subscription services 7/1/2017 – 6/30/2025
6.Ferris, Parks – Grant Contract accept $750,000 from Housing and Urban Development (HUD) for the MLK Youth Services Center Seismic Upgrade Project
7.Ferris, Parks – Accept cash donation of $5,000 from Friends of the Berkeley Rose Garden to purchase roses and maintenance yard fence screening for Berkeley Rose Garden
8.Arreguin – 13th Annual Martin Luther King Jr Celebration
9.Harrison – Budget Referral $273,342 to the November 2023 AAO #1 to Pre-fund the Resiliant (Green) Buildings Program Manager on Permanent Basis
10.Harrison – Resolution: Opposition to Police Brutality and Use of Force on Nonviolent Protesters
AGENDA on ACTION:
11.Arredondo, CM Office - Reimagining Public Safety Status Report
12.Taplin – Renaming Berkeley Municipal Pier as Nancy Skinner Municipal Pier
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AGENDA for November 21, 2023 CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 9 am
The November 14, 2023 City Council meeting ended abruptly with a motion to reschedule the meeting to November 21, 2023
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1618247322
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 824 7322
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.Amend Contract No. 090741-1 add $370,000 total $750,000 thru 12/31/2025 with Foster and Foster Actuaries and Consultants (formerly Bartel Associates, LLC) for Actuarial Consulting Services
2.Hollander, Economic Development – Expansion of the Elmwood BID (Business Improvement District) for calendar year 2025
3.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal bid solicitations $2,453,813 includes $200,000 for Children’s Story Time Renovation, $816,813 for Parker-Addison Mobility and safety Improvements Project, $400,000 for Berkeley Emergency Communication Center Dispatch Modernization, $325,000 for Food for Summer Lunch Program, $80,000 for Hardscape Repair and Preplacement (Marina), $632,000 for Land Use Planning Consultant
4.Warhuus, HHCS – Amend Contract No. 31900284 add $290,000 total $6,549,173 with Dorothy Day House to fund inclement Weather Shelter Program
5.Garland, Public Works - Contract $125,000 with Mercury Associates, Inc for Fleet Replacement/Maintenance Study and Consulting Services 12/1/2023 – 12/30/2026
6.Garland, Public Works – Purchase Order $335,000 Western Truck Parts and Equipment for One Roll Off Truck
7.Garland, Public Works – Amend multi-year Purchase Order add $400,000 total $11,894,000 with Diesel Direct West, Inc for Fuel for City Vehicles and Equipment for City vehicles and emergency equipment (including generators) increasing the combined amount thru 2/28/2024
Council Consent Items:
8.Taplin, co-sponsors Hahn, Harrison – Budget referral $7,000 Berkeley Junior Jackets Facilities Expenses
9.Wengraf, co-sponsor Arreguin – Resolution authorizing City of Berkeley to enter into MOU with Alameda and Contra Costa Counties to form a Wildfire Prevention Coordinating Group (WPCG) to improve regionwide collaboration to reduce wildfire risk
AGENDA on ACTION:
10.Hollander, Economic Development – Renewal Elmwood BID for calendar year 2024
11.Hollander, Economic Development – Renewal Solano BID for calendar year 2024
12.Fair Campaign Practices Commission – Amend BMC Chapter 2.12 Berkeley Election Reform Act (BERA) to ensure cost of living adjustments and committee reporting thresholds
13.Klein, Planning and Development – Amendments to BMC Title 23, the Zoning Map, General Plan Land Use Diagram, and the General Plan relating to the Southside Zoning Implementation Program of the 2023-2031 Housing element Update to increase residential development in the Southside Plan area
INFORMATION REPORTS:
14.Warhuus, HHCS - Measure O Bond Impacts on Affordable Housing Development in Berkeley
15.Klein - LPO NOD: 60 Panoramic Way #LMIN2023-001
16.Klein - LPO NOD: 803 Delaware, LMSAP2023-0002
17.Klein - LPO NOD: 1960 San Antonio/645 Arlington LMSAP2022-0005
18.Klein - LPO NOD: 2113-2115 Kittredge LMSAP2022-0011
19.Planning Commission Fiscal Year 2023-24 Work Plan
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AGENDA for November 28, 2023 CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1619253897
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 925 3897
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.2023 Conflict of Interest Code Update
2.2023 Annual Commission Attendance and Meeting Report
3.Environment and Climate Commission – Appointment of New Youth Members
4.Radu, City Manager – Amend Contract R9704 with City of Albany, Albany will pay Berkeley $291,019 total $945,512 for Animal Services FY 2024 – FY2026
5.Radu – Contract $60,750 with Echo Cartagena DVM to provide on-site veterinary services January 2024 – June 2024
6.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations $6,880,000, $880,000 for Sacramento Street Pedestrian Safety Project Oregon to Fairview, $6,000,000 Berkeley Marin a Dredging Project using State Coastal Conservancy Grant Fund
7.Warhuus, HHCS – Revenue Grant Agreement $673,179 to provide public health nursing services 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2026
8.Warhuus, HHCS – Lease of 830 University to Berkeley Free Clinic
9.Louis, Police – Amend Contract 32300062 add $50,000 total $200,000 with Moreland Investigations for background checks, 11/3/2022 – 11/2/2027
10.Louis, Police - Amend Contract 32200152 add $150,000 total $200,000 with Cindy K. Hull & Associates Forensic Consulting Services, LLC
Council Consent Items:
11.Arreguin – Appoint Tracy Matthews to the Berkeley Housing Authority for 2-year term
12.Arreguin, co-sponsor Harrison – Civic Arts Referral for Memorial Wall to Councilmember Dona Spring and budget referral $162,000
13.Arreguin – Accept grant funding $75,000 from San Francisco Foundation and amend Contract 32200161 with Creative Development Partners to extend consulting work associated with Equitable Black Berkeley Initiative total contract $200,000
14.Taplin – Designating Open Space Adjacent to the Ninth Street Greenway between Heinz and Berkeley-Emeryville border as a Linear City Park pursuant to BMC 6.42
15.Bartlett – Expenditure of Funds - Healthy Black Families 10th Anniversary
16.Harrison – Refer to City Manager to Enhance the City’s Deconstruction and Construction Materials Management Enforcement and Regulations and Refer to AAO#1 Budget Process $250,000 for Social Cost of Carbon Nexus Fee Study for Berkeley Origin Construction and Demolition Debris
AGENDA: on ACTION:
17.LaTanya Bellow, Public Works – Street Rehabilitation Five Year Plan for 2024 – 2028
INFORMATION REPORTS:
18.Warhuus, HHCS – Healthy Checkout Ordinance Update
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LAND USE CALENDAR PUBLIC HEARINGS:
Worth Noting:
There are only four (November 21, 28, December 5, 12) more scheduled City Council meetings before Winter Recess - December 13, 2023 – January 15, 2024
The City Thanksgiving Holiday includes both Thanksgiving Day and Friday. There are no City meetings after City Council finishes the special rescheduled meeting on Tuesday morning.
- Sunday: At 7:30 am is the Berkeley Half Marathon, check for street closures
- Monday:
- At 2 pm the Civic Arts Grants subcommittee meets online.
- At 2:30 the Agenda Committee meets in the Hybrid format.
- At 4:30 pm City Council meets in closed session in the hybrid format.
- At 7 pm the Commission on Labor meets in person.
- Tuesday: At 9 AM the City Council holds a special meeting in the hybrid format taking up the agenda from the November 14, 2023. The November 14 meeting quit abruptly in response to a demonstration in the BUSD Boardroom.
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
Directions with links to ZOOM support for activating Closed Captioning and Save Transcript are at the bottom of this calendar.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, November 19, 2023
BERKELEY HALF MARATHON at 7:30 am
Check for street closures (some start at 3 pm November 18) and bus route changes
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/news/berkeley-half-marathon-nov-19-street-closures-bus-route-info
Monday, November 20, 2023
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1618450732
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 845 0732
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve City Council 12/5/2023 -- draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda below at the end of the list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Workssessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review Referred Items for Review: 8. Discussion and Possible Action on City Council Rules of Decorum and Remote Public Comments, 9. Harrison, co-sponsor Bartlett - Amend BMC 3.78 to expand eligibility requirements for Representatives of The Poor to Serve on The Human Welfare and Community Action Commission, 10. City Council Legislative Systems Redesign, 11. Modifications or Improvements to City Council Meeting Procedures 12. Strengthening and Supporting City Commission: Guidance on Development of Legislative Proposals, 13. Discussion and Recommendations on use of Berkeley Considers
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
CITY COUNCIL Closed Session at 4:30 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1606038125
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 603 8125
AGENDA: 1.a. Performance Evaluation of the City Attorney
https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-closed-meeting-eagenda-november-20-2023
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION Grants Subcommittee at 2 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1611050243
AGENDA: No agenda posted
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
COMMISSION on LABOR at 7 pm
In-Person: At 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 2. Fair Workweek Ordinance Implementation updates, 3. Community Agency RFP FY 2025-2028 application review
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-labor
Tuesday, November 21, 2023
CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 9 am
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1618247322
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 824 7322
AGENDA: The November 14, 2023 City Council meeting ended abruptly at 8:48 pm with a motion to reschedule the meeting to November 21, 2023. Use the link and choose the html option or see the agenda listed at the end of the calendar. There are no consent or action agenda item changes from the agenda published for the November 14, 2023 meeting.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Wednesday, November 22, 2023 – no city meetings or events found
60th Anniversary of the Assassination of President John. F. Kennedy
Thursday, November 23, 2023 - THANKSGIVING
Friday, November 24, 2023 – Thanksgiving Holiday
Saturday, November 25, 2023 – no city meetings or events found
Sunday, November 26, 2023 – no city meetings or events found
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AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
DRAFT AGENDA City Council December 5, 2023 Regular Meeting
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1618450732
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 845 0732
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations $600,000
2.Oyekanmi, Finance – Amend Contract No. 32000060 with Toshiba for Multi-function Devices through 2025
3.Sprague, Fire – Piggyback on Contract No. 10089896-22-W for $272,029 through 12/18/2023 - 9/30/2028 with Intterra for Operations, Pre-Planning, Reporting and Analytics with option to extend for 5 additional years at additional cost not to exceed $300,000
4.Fong, IT – Amend Contract 32000281 add $825,811 total $1,718,633 with ConvergeOne for Avaya Telephone System Administration Maintenance and Support 7/1/2020 – 6/30/2025
5.Fong, IT – Amend Contract No, 32000008 (1102) add $115,300 total $322,946 with Granicus, Inc for live video streaming services, for on-demand archival video, podcasting, and web page subscription services 7/1/2017 – 6/30/2025
6.Ferris, Parks – Grant Contract accept $750,000 from Housing and Urban Development (HUD) for the MLK Youth Services Center Seismic Upgrade Project
7.Ferris, Parks – Accept cash donation of $5,000 from Friends of the Berkeley Rose Garden to purchase roses and maintenance yard fence screening for Berkeley Rose Garden
8.Arreguin – 13th Annual Martin Luther King Jr Celebration
9.Harrison – Budget Referral $273,342 to the November 2023 AAO #1 to Pre-fund the Resiliant (Green) Buildings Program Manager on Permanent Basis
10.Harrison – Resolution: Opposition to Police Brutality and Use of Force on Nonviolent Protesters
AGENDA on ACTION:
11.Arredondo, CM Office - Reimagining Public Safety Status Report
12.Taplin – Renaming Berkeley Municipal Pier as Nancy Skinner Municipal Pier
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AGENDA for November 21, 2023 CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 9 am
The November 14, 2023 City Council meeting ended abruptly with a motion to reschedule the meeting to November 21, 2023
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1618247322
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 824 7322
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.Amend Contract No. 090741-1 add $370,000 total $750,000 thru 12/31/2025 with Foster and Foster Actuaries and Consultants (formerly Bartel Associates, LLC) for Actuarial Consulting Services
2.Hollander, Economic Development – Expansion of the Elmwood BID (Business Improvement District) for calendar year 2025
3.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal bid solicitations $2,453,813 includes $200,000 for Children’s Story Time Renovation, $816,813 for Parker-Addison Mobility and safety Improvements Project, $400,000 for Berkeley Emergency Communication Center Dispatch Modernization, $325,000 for Food for Summer Lunch Program, $80,000 for Hardscape Repair and Preplacement (Marina), $632,000 for Land Use Planning Consultant
4.Warhuus, HHCS – Amend Contract No. 31900284 add $290,000 total $6,549,173 with Dorothy Day House to fund inclement Weather Shelter Program
5.Garland, Public Works - Contract $125,000 with Mercury Associates, Inc for Fleet Replacement/Maintenance Study and Consulting Services 12/1/2023 – 12/30/2026
6.Garland, Public Works – Purchase Order $335,000 Western Truck Parts and Equipment for One Roll Off Truck
7.Garland, Public Works – Amend multi-year Purchase Order add $400,000 total $11,894,000 with Diesel Direct West, Inc for Fuel for City Vehicles and Equipment for City vehicles and emergency equipment (including generators) increasing the combined amount thru 2/28/2024
Council Consent Items:
8.Taplin, co-sponsors Hahn, Harrison – Budget referral $7,000 Berkeley Junior Jackets Facilities Expenses
9.Wengraf, co-sponsor Arreguin – Resolution authorizing City of Berkeley to enter into MOU with Alameda and Contra Costa Counties to form a Wildfire Prevention Coordinating Group (WPCG) to improve regionwide collaboration to reduce wildfire risk
AGENDA on ACTION:
10.Hollander, Economic Development – Renewal Elmwood BID for calendar year 2024
11.Hollander, Economic Development – Renewal Solano BID for calendar year 2024
12.Fair Campaign Practices Commission – Amend BMC Chapter 2.12 Berkeley Election Reform Act (BERA) to ensure cost of living adjustments and committee reporting thresholds
13.Klein, Planning and Development – Amendments to BMC Title 23, the Zoning Map, General Plan Land Use Diagram, and the General Plan relating to the Southside Zoning Implementation Program of the 2023-2031 Housing element Update to increase residential development in the Southside Plan area
INFORMATION REPORTS:
14.Warhuus, HHCS - Measure O Bond Impacts on Affordable Housing Development in Berkeley
15.Klein - LPO NOD: 60 Panoramic Way #LMIN2023-001
16.Klein - LPO NOD: 803 Delaware, LMSAP2023-0002
17.Klein - LPO NOD: 1960 San Antonio/645 Arlington LMSAP2022-0005
18.Klein - LPO NOD: 2113-2115 Kittredge LMSAP2022-0011
19.Planning Commission Fiscal Year 2023-24 Work Plan
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AGENDA for November 28, 2023 CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1619253897
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 925 3897
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.2023 Conflict of Interest Code Update
2.2023 Annual Commission Attendance and Meeting Report
3.Environment and Climate Commission – Appointment of New Youth Members
4.Radu, City Manager – Amend Contract R9704 with City of Albany, Albany will pay Berkeley $291,019 total $945,512 for Animal Services FY 2024 – FY2026
5.Radu – Contract $60,750 with Echo Cartagena DVM to provide on-site veterinary services January 2024 – June 2024
6.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations $6,880,000, $880,000 for Sacramento Street Pedestrian Safety Project Oregon to Fairview, $6,000,000 Berkeley Marin a Dredging Project using State Coastal Conservancy Grant Fund
7.Warhuus, HHCS – Revenue Grant Agreement $673,179 to provide public health nursing services 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2026
8.Warhuus, HHCS – Lease of 830 University to Berkeley Free Clinic
9.Louis, Police – Amend Contract 32300062 add $50,000 total $200,000 with Moreland Investigations for background checks, 11/3/2022 – 11/2/2027
10.Louis, Police - Amend Contract 32200152 add $150,000 total $200,000 with Cindy K. Hull & Associates Forensic Consulting Services, LLC
Council Consent Items:
11.Arreguin – Appoint Tracy Matthews to the Berkeley Housing Authority for 2-year term
12.Arreguin, co-sponsor Harrison – Civic Arts Referral for Memorial Wall to Councilmember Dona Spring and budget referral $162,000
13.Arreguin – Accept grant funding $75,000 from San Francisco Foundation and amend Contract 32200161 with Creative Development Partners to extend consulting work associated with Equitable Black Berkeley Initiative total contract $200,000
14.Taplin – Designating Open Space Adjacent to the Ninth Street Greenway between Heinz and Berkeley-Emeryville border as a Linear City Park pursuant to BMC 6.42
15.Bartlett – Expenditure of Funds - Healthy Black Families 10th Anniversary
16.Harrison – Refer to City Manager to Enhance the City’s Deconstruction and Construction Materials Management Enforcement and Regulations and Refer to AAO#1 Budget Process $250,000 for Social Cost of Carbon Nexus Fee Study for Berkeley Origin Construction and Demolition Debris
AGENDA: on ACTION:
17.LaTanya Bellow, Public Works – Street Rehabilitation Five Year Plan for 2024 – 2028
INFORMATION REPORTS:
18.Warhuus, HHCS – Healthy Checkout Ordinance Update
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LAND USE CALENDAR PUBLIC HEARINGS:
- 2924 Russell 2/27/2024
- 1960 San Antonio 645 Arlington Avenue 2/13/2024
- 3000 Shattuck Avenue (Construct 10-story mixed-use building) – TBD
- December 5, 2023 – Re-Imagining Public Safety Update and Ceasefire– (to be the only action item of the evening, Wengraf and Arreguin will be absent on December 5)
- January 23, 2024 Draft Waterfront Specific Plan (tentative – rescheduled from November 2, 2023)
- February 6, 2024 – Office of Economic Development (OED) Dashboards Presentation
- Fire Department Standards of Coverage & Community Risk Assessment
- Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation
- Presentation on Homelessness/Re-Housing/Thousand-Person Plan
- May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report, Wildfire Prevention Plan https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-special-meeting-eagenda-may-16-2023-6-pm
- June 20 (WS) - Climate Action Plan & Resilience Update, Berkeley Economic Dashboards Update reports available https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas/city-council-2023-06-20
November 12 - November 19, 2023
Worth Noting:
There are only four (November 14, 28, December 5, 12) more scheduled City Council meetings before Winter Recess - December 13, 2023 – January 15, 2024
Recommended Go To meetings are bolded:
Directions with links to ZOOM support for activating Closed Captioning and Save Transcript are at the bottom of this calendar.
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, November 12, 2023 - November 12 – 18, 2023 United Against Hate Week
Monday, November 13, 2023
UNITED AGAINST HATE WEEK Launch at 10 am
In-Person: At Civic Center Park
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/united-against-hate-week-launch-tickets-730675047737
HEALTH, LIFE, ENRICHMENT, EQUITY & COMMUNITY at 10 am
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1612187768
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 218 7768
AGENDA: Harrison – Ordinance adding BMC 12.75 to Establish Protections Relating to animals Held Owned, Used, Exhibited or Otherwise Kept for Racing or Other Sport, Entertainment or Profit.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-health-life-enrichment-equity-community
CCCC (Community for a Cultural Civic Center) at 12 noon
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87912721146?pwd=SlFxUmc0c3JQUHVueVNvYjFkTGE4Zz09
AGENDA: Update on Civic Center Project with Susi and Eleanor Hollander, possible update from Jen Lovvorn on Turtle Island Monument, and Clark Suprynowicz on a winter light festival concept from Immersive Arts Alliance https://www.immersiveartsalliance.org/
NOT in OUR TOWN Film and Panel Discussion from 4:30 – 6 pm
In-Person: At 2036 University, UC Theatre
Tickets: https://tinyurl.com/35umdb24
AGENDA: Short Film Screening with panel discussion hosted by Berkeley’s Mayor Office, and BUSD
https://www.niot.org/
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1603904656
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 390 4656
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve -11/28/2023 draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda below at the end of the list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Workssessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review: 8. Discussion and Possible Action on City Council Rules of Decorum and Remote Public Comments, 9. City Council Legislative Systems Redesign, Unscheduled Items: 10. Modifications or Improvements to City Council Meeting Procedures 11. Strengthening and Supporting City Commission: Guidance on Development of Legislative Proposals, 11. Discussion and Recommendations on use of Berkeley Considers
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
CITY COUNCIL Closed Session at 4:30 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1605213034
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 521 3034
AGENDA: Conference on Ashby BART
https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-closed-meeting-eagenda-november-13-2023
YOUTH COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
In-Person: At 1730 Oregon
AGENDA: 9. Berkeley High School (BHS) Restroom Survey to pass out to BHS students.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/youth-commission
Tuesday, November 14, 2023
CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 4 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1617610462
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 761 0462
AGENDA: Alameda County Transportation Commission San Pablo Ave Multimodal Corridor Program: Safety Enhancement and Parallel Bike Improvements Projects. Go to Revised material (Supp 1) to see diagrams of parallel bike paths and San Pablo plan
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1617610462
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 761 0462
AGENDA: Use the link and choose the html option or see the agenda listed at the end of the calendar.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Wednesday, November 15, 2023
FACILITIES, INFRASTRUCTURE, TRANSPORTATION, ENVIRONMENT & SUSTAINABILITY at 2 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1604033673
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 403 3673
AGENDA: Robinson – Modernizing and updating outdated & unnecessary language in the BMC related to transportation (allowing non-electric BICYCLES on SIDEWALKS), 3. Harrison - Discussion – Calm traffic in west Berkeley to Protect Children, 4. Harrison – Discussion – Progress on the Bike and Pedestrian Plans.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-facilities-infrastructure-transportation-environment-sustainability
COMMISSION on AGING at 1:30 pm
In-Person: At 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: Presentations/Updates: 1. Tenant and landlord protections, 2. Staffing for Aging Services, 3. Taxis, Commissioner reports: Commission on Disabilities lawsuit, Discussion/Action Items: 1. Support and management services needed for housing homeless and elder populations, 2. Referral from from City Council (Agenda and Rules Committee) regarding shared bicycle/pedestrian usage of sidewalks, possible Town Hall Meeting in February 2024, 3. Ohlone Greenway safety and modernization project,
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-aging
COMMISSION on the STATUS of WOMEN at 7 pm
In-Person: At 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 4. Presentation on Sex Trafficking, 9. Continued discussion/action on sex trafficking, 10. Safety for older women.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-status-women
COMMISSION on LABOR at 7 pm
In-Person: At 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: not posted as of 10:20 am Saturday, check on Monday
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-labor
COMMUNITY AGENCY REQUEST for PROPOSAL WORKSHOP from 1 – 3 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89349518460
AGENDA: For all agencies that plan to submit proposals for funding
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/community-agency-request-proposal-workshop
PUBLIC SAFETY TOWN HALL from 7 – 8:30 pm
In-Person: At 941 The Alameda, Northbrae Community Church
AGENDA: Public Safety Town Hall with Police Chief Louis and Deputy Fire Chief Keith May
Organized by Councilmember Sophie Hahn
Thursday, November 16, 2023
BUDGET and FINANCE COMMITTEE at 9:30 am
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1617357038
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 735 7038
AGENDA: 2. Presentation: City’s Fiscal Forecast, Taplin, Harrison, Bartlett authors, co-sponsor Hahn – City Council Office Expenditures, 4. AAO (Annual Appropriations Ordinance aka budget update), 5. Audit on Police Dept on overtime and outside security contracts, 6. Audit status Berkeley streets.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-budget-finance
DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE - cancelled
TRANSPORTATION and INFRASTRUCTURE COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: At 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 1. Informational Briefing on AC Transit Realign project, 2/ Informational Briefing on City, Informational Briefing on City of Berkeley Draft Daylighting Policy, 3. Informational Briefing on Community-led Traffic Counts.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/transportation-and-infrastructure-commission
Friday, November 17, 2023
CLIMATE EMERGENCY MOBILIZATION TASK FORCE (CEMTF) from 9 am – 12 noon
Register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/climate-ableism-accessibility-registration-656200883507?
AGENDA: Climate, Ableism & Accessibility
https://www.cemtf.org/
Saturday, November 18, 2023
3rd SATURDAY SHORELINE CLEANUP from 9 – 11 am
Meet at 160 University. Shorebird Nature Center
Go to webpage for more information and link to register
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/3rd-saturday-shoreline-cleanup-1
PANDEMONIUM COLOR RUN from 11 am – 2 pm
At 1301 Shattuck, Live Oak Park
Youth Grades K-5
Go to webpage for more information and link to register
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/pandemonium-color-run
Sunday, November 19, 2023 – no city meetings or events found
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AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
DRAFT AGENDA City Council November 28, 2023 Regular Meeting
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1603904656
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 390 4656
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.2023 Conflict of Interest Code Update
2.2023 Annual Commission Attendance and Meeting Report
3.Environment and Climate Commission – Appointment of New Youth Members
4.Radu, City Manager – Amend Contract R9704 with City of Albany, Albany will pay Berkeley $291,019 total $945,512 for Animal Services FY 2024 – FY2026
5.Radu – Contract $60,750 with Echo Cartagena DVM to provide on-site veterinary services January 2024 – June 2024
6.Radu – Contract $51,569 with Edgeworth LLC to purchase and install security camera system at Berkeley Animal Care Services 10/5/2023 – 10/5/2024
7.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations $6,880,000
8.Warhuus, HHCS – Revenue Grant Agreement $673,179 to provide public health nursing services 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2026
9.Warhuus, HHCS – Lease of 830 University to Berkeley Free Clinic
10.Louis, Police – Amend Contract 32300062 add $50,000 total $200,000 with Moreland Investigations for background checks, 11/3/2022 – 11/2/2027
11.Louis, Police - Amend Contract 32200152 add $150,000 total $200,000 with Cindy K. Hull & Associates Forensic Consulting Services, LLC
Council Consent Items:
12.Arreguin – Appoint Tracy Matthews to the Berkeley Housing Authority for 2-year term
13.Bartlett – Expenditure of Funds - Healthy Black Families 10th Anniversary
14.Harrison – Refer to City Manager to Enhance the City’s Deconstruction and Construction Materials Management Enforcement and Regulations and Refer to AAO#1 Budget Process $250,000 for Social Cost of Carbon Nexus Fee Study for Berkeley Origin Construction and Demolition Debris
AGENDA: on ACTION:
15.Garland, Public Works – Street Rehabilitation Five Year Plan for 2024 – 2028
Policy Committee Track
16.Arreguin – Civic Arts Referral for Memorial Wall to Councilmember Dona Spring and budget referral $162,000
17.Arreguin – Accept grant funding $75,000 from San Francisco Foundation and amend Contract 32200161 with Creative Development Partners to extend consulting work associated with Equitable Black Berkeley Initiative total contract $200,000
18.Kesarwani – RFP to Support Berkeley Based Non-Profit Food Assistance Providers Serving Food Insecure Households - $200,000 FY2024-2025 – FY 2025-2026
19.Taplin – Designating Open Space Adjacent to the Ninth Street Greenway between Heinz and Berkeley-Emeryville border as a Linear City Park pursuant to BMC 6.42
20.Bartlett – Purchase Old Finnish Hall
21.Bartlett – Homeless Shelter Crisis in Berkeley, declare a shelter crisis
22.Bartlett – Healthy Checkout
23.Harrison – Amend BMC 3.78 to Expand Eligibility Requirements for Representatives of The Poor to Serve on The Human Welfare and Community Action Commission
24.Harrison – Adopt BMC 13.89 Community/Tenant Opportunity to Purchase Act
INFORMATION REPORTS:
25.Warhuus, HHCS – Healthy Checkout Ordinance Update
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AGENDA for November 14, 2023 CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1617610462
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 761 0462
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CEREMONIAL MATTERS:
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.Amend Contract No. 090741-1 add $370,000 total $750,000 thru 12/31/2025 with Foster and Foster Actuaries and Consultants (formerly Bartel Associates, LLC) for Actuarial Consulting Services
2.Hollander, Economic Development – Expansion of the Elmwood BID (Business Improvement District) for calendar year 2025
3.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal bid solicitations $2,453,813 includes $200,000 for Children’s Story Time Renovation, $816,813 for Parker-Addison Mobility and safety Improvements Project, $400,000 for Berkeley Emergency Communication Center Dispatch Modernization, $325,000 for Food for Summer Lunch Program, $80,000 for Hardscape Repair and Preplacement (Marina), $632,000 for Land Use Planning Consultant
4.Warhuus, HHCS – Amend Contract No. 31900284 add $290,000 total $6,549,173 with Dorothy Day House to fund inclement Weather Shelter Program
5.Garland, Public Works - Contract $125,000 with Mercury Associates, Inc for Fleet Replacement/Maintenance Study and Consulting Services 12/1/2023 – 12/30/2026
6.Garland, Public Works – Purchase Order $335,000 Western Truck Parts and Equipment for One Roll Off Truck
7.Garland, Public Works – Amend multi-year Purchase Order add $400,000 total $11,894,000 with Diesel Direct West, Inc for Fuel for City Vehicles and Equipment for City vehicles and emergency equipment (including generators) increasing the combined amount thru 2/28/2024
Council Consent Items:
8.Taplin, co-sponsors Hahn, Harrison – Budget referral $7,000Berkeley Junior Jackets Facilities Expenses
9.Wengraf, co-sponsor Arreguin – Resolution authorizing City of Berkeley to enter into MOU with Alameda and Contra Costa Counties to form a Wildfire Prevention Coordinating Group (WPCG) to improve regionwide collaboration to reduce wildfire risk
AGENDA on ACTION:
10.Hollander, Economic Development – Renewal Elmwood BID for calendar year 2024
11.Hollander, Economic Development – Renewal Solano BID for calendar year 2024
12.Fair Campaign Practices Commission – Amend BMC Chapter 2.12 Berkeley Election Reform Act (BERA) to ensure cost of living adjustments and committee reporting thresholds
13.Klein, Planning and Development – Amendments to BMC Title 23, the Zoning Map, General Plan Land Use Diagram, and the General Plan relating to the Southside Zoning Implementation Program of the 2023-2031 Housing element Update to increase residential development in the Southside Plan area
INFORMATION REPORTS:
14.Warhuus, HHCS - Measure O Bond Impacts on Affordable Housing Development in Berkeley
15.Klein - LPO NOD: 60 Panoramic Way #LMIN2023-001
16.Klein - LPO NOD: 803 Delaware, LMSAP2023-0002
17.Klein - LPO NOD: 1960 San Antonio/645 Arlington LMSAP2022-0005
18.Klein - LPO NOD: 2113-2115 Kittredge LMSAP2022-0011
19.Planning Commission Fiscal Year 2023-24 Work Plan
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LAND USE CALENDAR PUBLIC HEARINGS:
Worth Noting:
There are only four (November 14, 28, December 5, 12) more scheduled City Council meetings before Winter Recess - December 13, 2023 – January 15, 2024
Recommended Go To meetings are bolded:
- Monday:
- At 10 am United Against Hate Week launches at Civic Center Park.
- At 10 am the Health, Life, Enrichment, Equity & Community meets in hybrid format on animal welfare at the racetrack.
- At 12 pm CCCC meets online. At 2:30 pm the Agenda Committee meets in the hybrid format.
- From 4:30 – 6:30 pm in-person film on Not in Our Town.
- At 4:30 pm City Council meets in closed session.
- At 6:30 pm the Youth Commission meets in person.
- Tuesday:
- At 4 pm City Council meets in the hybrid format on San Pablo safety enhancement plan.
- At 6 pm the City Council meets in the hybrid format with the Southside Plan as 13 under Action.
- Wednesday:
- At 1 pm there is a webinar online on preparing RFPs.
- At 1:30 pm the Commission on Aging meets in person on bicycles on sidewalks.
- At 2 pm the FITES Committee meets in the hybrid format on bicycles on sidewalks.
- At 7 pm the Commission on the Status of Women meets in person.
- From 7 – 8:30 pm Councilmember Hahn sponsors an in person meeting on public safety.
- No agenda is posted for the 7 pm Commission on Labor meeting.
- Thursday:
- At 10 am the Budget Committee meets in the hybrid format on financial forecast and mid-year budget adjustment (AAO#1).
- At 7 pm the Transportation and Infrastructure Commission meets in person.
- The Design Review Committee is cancelled.
- Friday: From 9 am – 12 pm CEMTF meets online on Climate and Accessibility
- Saturday:
- From 9 – 11 am is the Shoreline Cleanup.
- From 11 am – 2pm is the Pandemonium Color Run for grades K-5
Directions with links to ZOOM support for activating Closed Captioning and Save Transcript are at the bottom of this calendar.
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, November 12, 2023 - November 12 – 18, 2023 United Against Hate Week
Monday, November 13, 2023
UNITED AGAINST HATE WEEK Launch at 10 am
In-Person: At Civic Center Park
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/united-against-hate-week-launch-tickets-730675047737
HEALTH, LIFE, ENRICHMENT, EQUITY & COMMUNITY at 10 am
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1612187768
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 218 7768
AGENDA: Harrison – Ordinance adding BMC 12.75 to Establish Protections Relating to animals Held Owned, Used, Exhibited or Otherwise Kept for Racing or Other Sport, Entertainment or Profit.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-health-life-enrichment-equity-community
CCCC (Community for a Cultural Civic Center) at 12 noon
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87912721146?pwd=SlFxUmc0c3JQUHVueVNvYjFkTGE4Zz09
AGENDA: Update on Civic Center Project with Susi and Eleanor Hollander, possible update from Jen Lovvorn on Turtle Island Monument, and Clark Suprynowicz on a winter light festival concept from Immersive Arts Alliance https://www.immersiveartsalliance.org/
NOT in OUR TOWN Film and Panel Discussion from 4:30 – 6 pm
In-Person: At 2036 University, UC Theatre
Tickets: https://tinyurl.com/35umdb24
AGENDA: Short Film Screening with panel discussion hosted by Berkeley’s Mayor Office, and BUSD
https://www.niot.org/
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1603904656
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 390 4656
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve -11/28/2023 draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda below at the end of the list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Workssessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review: 8. Discussion and Possible Action on City Council Rules of Decorum and Remote Public Comments, 9. City Council Legislative Systems Redesign, Unscheduled Items: 10. Modifications or Improvements to City Council Meeting Procedures 11. Strengthening and Supporting City Commission: Guidance on Development of Legislative Proposals, 11. Discussion and Recommendations on use of Berkeley Considers
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
CITY COUNCIL Closed Session at 4:30 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1605213034
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 521 3034
AGENDA: Conference on Ashby BART
https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-closed-meeting-eagenda-november-13-2023
YOUTH COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
In-Person: At 1730 Oregon
AGENDA: 9. Berkeley High School (BHS) Restroom Survey to pass out to BHS students.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/youth-commission
Tuesday, November 14, 2023
CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 4 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1617610462
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 761 0462
AGENDA: Alameda County Transportation Commission San Pablo Ave Multimodal Corridor Program: Safety Enhancement and Parallel Bike Improvements Projects. Go to Revised material (Supp 1) to see diagrams of parallel bike paths and San Pablo plan
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1617610462
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 761 0462
AGENDA: Use the link and choose the html option or see the agenda listed at the end of the calendar.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Wednesday, November 15, 2023
FACILITIES, INFRASTRUCTURE, TRANSPORTATION, ENVIRONMENT & SUSTAINABILITY at 2 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1604033673
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 403 3673
AGENDA: Robinson – Modernizing and updating outdated & unnecessary language in the BMC related to transportation (allowing non-electric BICYCLES on SIDEWALKS), 3. Harrison - Discussion – Calm traffic in west Berkeley to Protect Children, 4. Harrison – Discussion – Progress on the Bike and Pedestrian Plans.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-facilities-infrastructure-transportation-environment-sustainability
COMMISSION on AGING at 1:30 pm
In-Person: At 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: Presentations/Updates: 1. Tenant and landlord protections, 2. Staffing for Aging Services, 3. Taxis, Commissioner reports: Commission on Disabilities lawsuit, Discussion/Action Items: 1. Support and management services needed for housing homeless and elder populations, 2. Referral from from City Council (Agenda and Rules Committee) regarding shared bicycle/pedestrian usage of sidewalks, possible Town Hall Meeting in February 2024, 3. Ohlone Greenway safety and modernization project,
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-aging
COMMISSION on the STATUS of WOMEN at 7 pm
In-Person: At 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 4. Presentation on Sex Trafficking, 9. Continued discussion/action on sex trafficking, 10. Safety for older women.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-status-women
COMMISSION on LABOR at 7 pm
In-Person: At 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: not posted as of 10:20 am Saturday, check on Monday
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-labor
COMMUNITY AGENCY REQUEST for PROPOSAL WORKSHOP from 1 – 3 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89349518460
AGENDA: For all agencies that plan to submit proposals for funding
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/community-agency-request-proposal-workshop
PUBLIC SAFETY TOWN HALL from 7 – 8:30 pm
In-Person: At 941 The Alameda, Northbrae Community Church
AGENDA: Public Safety Town Hall with Police Chief Louis and Deputy Fire Chief Keith May
Organized by Councilmember Sophie Hahn
Thursday, November 16, 2023
BUDGET and FINANCE COMMITTEE at 9:30 am
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1617357038
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 735 7038
AGENDA: 2. Presentation: City’s Fiscal Forecast, Taplin, Harrison, Bartlett authors, co-sponsor Hahn – City Council Office Expenditures, 4. AAO (Annual Appropriations Ordinance aka budget update), 5. Audit on Police Dept on overtime and outside security contracts, 6. Audit status Berkeley streets.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-budget-finance
DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE - cancelled
TRANSPORTATION and INFRASTRUCTURE COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: At 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 1. Informational Briefing on AC Transit Realign project, 2/ Informational Briefing on City, Informational Briefing on City of Berkeley Draft Daylighting Policy, 3. Informational Briefing on Community-led Traffic Counts.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/transportation-and-infrastructure-commission
Friday, November 17, 2023
CLIMATE EMERGENCY MOBILIZATION TASK FORCE (CEMTF) from 9 am – 12 noon
Register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/climate-ableism-accessibility-registration-656200883507?
AGENDA: Climate, Ableism & Accessibility
https://www.cemtf.org/
Saturday, November 18, 2023
3rd SATURDAY SHORELINE CLEANUP from 9 – 11 am
Meet at 160 University. Shorebird Nature Center
Go to webpage for more information and link to register
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/3rd-saturday-shoreline-cleanup-1
PANDEMONIUM COLOR RUN from 11 am – 2 pm
At 1301 Shattuck, Live Oak Park
Youth Grades K-5
Go to webpage for more information and link to register
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/pandemonium-color-run
Sunday, November 19, 2023 – no city meetings or events found
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AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
DRAFT AGENDA City Council November 28, 2023 Regular Meeting
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1603904656
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 390 4656
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.2023 Conflict of Interest Code Update
2.2023 Annual Commission Attendance and Meeting Report
3.Environment and Climate Commission – Appointment of New Youth Members
4.Radu, City Manager – Amend Contract R9704 with City of Albany, Albany will pay Berkeley $291,019 total $945,512 for Animal Services FY 2024 – FY2026
5.Radu – Contract $60,750 with Echo Cartagena DVM to provide on-site veterinary services January 2024 – June 2024
6.Radu – Contract $51,569 with Edgeworth LLC to purchase and install security camera system at Berkeley Animal Care Services 10/5/2023 – 10/5/2024
7.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations $6,880,000
8.Warhuus, HHCS – Revenue Grant Agreement $673,179 to provide public health nursing services 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2026
9.Warhuus, HHCS – Lease of 830 University to Berkeley Free Clinic
10.Louis, Police – Amend Contract 32300062 add $50,000 total $200,000 with Moreland Investigations for background checks, 11/3/2022 – 11/2/2027
11.Louis, Police - Amend Contract 32200152 add $150,000 total $200,000 with Cindy K. Hull & Associates Forensic Consulting Services, LLC
Council Consent Items:
12.Arreguin – Appoint Tracy Matthews to the Berkeley Housing Authority for 2-year term
13.Bartlett – Expenditure of Funds - Healthy Black Families 10th Anniversary
14.Harrison – Refer to City Manager to Enhance the City’s Deconstruction and Construction Materials Management Enforcement and Regulations and Refer to AAO#1 Budget Process $250,000 for Social Cost of Carbon Nexus Fee Study for Berkeley Origin Construction and Demolition Debris
AGENDA: on ACTION:
15.Garland, Public Works – Street Rehabilitation Five Year Plan for 2024 – 2028
Policy Committee Track
16.Arreguin – Civic Arts Referral for Memorial Wall to Councilmember Dona Spring and budget referral $162,000
17.Arreguin – Accept grant funding $75,000 from San Francisco Foundation and amend Contract 32200161 with Creative Development Partners to extend consulting work associated with Equitable Black Berkeley Initiative total contract $200,000
18.Kesarwani – RFP to Support Berkeley Based Non-Profit Food Assistance Providers Serving Food Insecure Households - $200,000 FY2024-2025 – FY 2025-2026
19.Taplin – Designating Open Space Adjacent to the Ninth Street Greenway between Heinz and Berkeley-Emeryville border as a Linear City Park pursuant to BMC 6.42
20.Bartlett – Purchase Old Finnish Hall
21.Bartlett – Homeless Shelter Crisis in Berkeley, declare a shelter crisis
22.Bartlett – Healthy Checkout
23.Harrison – Amend BMC 3.78 to Expand Eligibility Requirements for Representatives of The Poor to Serve on The Human Welfare and Community Action Commission
24.Harrison – Adopt BMC 13.89 Community/Tenant Opportunity to Purchase Act
INFORMATION REPORTS:
25.Warhuus, HHCS – Healthy Checkout Ordinance Update
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AGENDA for November 14, 2023 CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1617610462
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 761 0462
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CEREMONIAL MATTERS:
- Presentation: AC Transit Realign Process
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.Amend Contract No. 090741-1 add $370,000 total $750,000 thru 12/31/2025 with Foster and Foster Actuaries and Consultants (formerly Bartel Associates, LLC) for Actuarial Consulting Services
2.Hollander, Economic Development – Expansion of the Elmwood BID (Business Improvement District) for calendar year 2025
3.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal bid solicitations $2,453,813 includes $200,000 for Children’s Story Time Renovation, $816,813 for Parker-Addison Mobility and safety Improvements Project, $400,000 for Berkeley Emergency Communication Center Dispatch Modernization, $325,000 for Food for Summer Lunch Program, $80,000 for Hardscape Repair and Preplacement (Marina), $632,000 for Land Use Planning Consultant
4.Warhuus, HHCS – Amend Contract No. 31900284 add $290,000 total $6,549,173 with Dorothy Day House to fund inclement Weather Shelter Program
5.Garland, Public Works - Contract $125,000 with Mercury Associates, Inc for Fleet Replacement/Maintenance Study and Consulting Services 12/1/2023 – 12/30/2026
6.Garland, Public Works – Purchase Order $335,000 Western Truck Parts and Equipment for One Roll Off Truck
7.Garland, Public Works – Amend multi-year Purchase Order add $400,000 total $11,894,000 with Diesel Direct West, Inc for Fuel for City Vehicles and Equipment for City vehicles and emergency equipment (including generators) increasing the combined amount thru 2/28/2024
Council Consent Items:
8.Taplin, co-sponsors Hahn, Harrison – Budget referral $7,000Berkeley Junior Jackets Facilities Expenses
9.Wengraf, co-sponsor Arreguin – Resolution authorizing City of Berkeley to enter into MOU with Alameda and Contra Costa Counties to form a Wildfire Prevention Coordinating Group (WPCG) to improve regionwide collaboration to reduce wildfire risk
AGENDA on ACTION:
10.Hollander, Economic Development – Renewal Elmwood BID for calendar year 2024
11.Hollander, Economic Development – Renewal Solano BID for calendar year 2024
12.Fair Campaign Practices Commission – Amend BMC Chapter 2.12 Berkeley Election Reform Act (BERA) to ensure cost of living adjustments and committee reporting thresholds
13.Klein, Planning and Development – Amendments to BMC Title 23, the Zoning Map, General Plan Land Use Diagram, and the General Plan relating to the Southside Zoning Implementation Program of the 2023-2031 Housing element Update to increase residential development in the Southside Plan area
INFORMATION REPORTS:
14.Warhuus, HHCS - Measure O Bond Impacts on Affordable Housing Development in Berkeley
15.Klein - LPO NOD: 60 Panoramic Way #LMIN2023-001
16.Klein - LPO NOD: 803 Delaware, LMSAP2023-0002
17.Klein - LPO NOD: 1960 San Antonio/645 Arlington LMSAP2022-0005
18.Klein - LPO NOD: 2113-2115 Kittredge LMSAP2022-0011
19.Planning Commission Fiscal Year 2023-24 Work Plan
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LAND USE CALENDAR PUBLIC HEARINGS:
- 2924 Russell 2/27/2024
- 3000 Shattuck Avenue (Construct 10-story mixed-use building) – TBD
- December 5, 2023 – Re-Imagining Public Safety Update and Ceasefire– (to be the only action item of the evening, Wengraf and Arreguin will be absent on December 5)
- Draft Waterfront Specific Plan (proposed for January 23, 2024 – rescheduled from November 2, 2023)
- February 6, 2024 – Office of Economic Development (OED) Dashboards Presentation
- Fire Department Standards of Coverage & Community Risk Assessment (December 5 at regular council meeting)
- Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation
- Presentation on Homelessness/Re-Housing/Thousand-Person Plan
- May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report, Wildfire Prevention Plan https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-special-meeting-eagenda-may-16-2023-6-pm
- June 20 (WS) - Climate Action Plan & Resilience Update, Berkeley Economic Dashboards Update reports available https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas/city-council-2023-06-20
November 5 - November 12, 2023
Worth Noting:
Busy week ahead. The meetings and announcements of special interest are bolded.
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
On November 14 at 4 pm there is a special City Council meeting on the Alameda Country Transportation Commission San Pablo Avenue Multimodal Corridor Program Safety Enhancement and Parallel Bike Improvements Projects. Council will vote on the project. The 50-page packet includes diagrams photos and project descriptions. https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-special-meeting-eagenda-november-14-2023
Activist’s Diary for October 29, 2023 https://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com/issue/2023-10-29/article/50458?headline=A-BERKELEY-ACTIVIST-S-DIARY-week-ending-October-29--Kelly-Hammargren
Two more editions of the Activist’s Diary are in the works with a summary on the three forums with State Senate candidates Kathryn Lybarger, Jovanka Beckles and Dan Kalb coming next.
The link to the recording of the Kristina Hill webinar on Contaminated Sites and Sea Level Rise is posted https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/
Directions with links to ZOOM support for activating Closed Captioning and Save Transcript are at the bottom of this calendar along with how to change a YouTube video to a readable transcript.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, November 5, 2023 – Daylight Savings ends – no City meetings or events found
Monday, November 6, 2023
LAND USE, HOUSING & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT at 10 am
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1610594726
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161059 4726
AGENDA: 2. Authors Robinson, Bartlett, Taplin – Neighborhood-Scale Commercial to permit neighborhood-scale retail in residential zones.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-land-use-housing-economic-development
CITY COUNCIL Closed Session at 3 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1610918624
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 091 8624
AGENDA: 1. Conference with legal counsel – anticipated litigation Workers Compensation Claim Number BER2200083, 2. Conference with Labor Negotiators – Employee Organizations: Fire Fighters Association Local 1227 I.A.F.F., Fire Chiefs Association, Berkeley Police Association, SEIU 1021 Community Services and Part-time Recreation Activity Leaders, SEIU 1021 Maintenance and Clerical Public Employee Union Local 1, Unrepresented Employees, 3. Evaluation City Attorney.
https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-closed-meeting-eagenda-november-6-2023
PEACE and JUSTICE COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. Commission updates, 7. Secretary’s Report, 8. Discussion on Commission Merger, 9. Adding a December meeting, 10. Meeting calendar, 11. From 7 – 9 pm is the Round Table Forum Regarding Fukushima Waste.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/peace-and-justice-commission
PERSONNEL BOARD at 7 pm
In-Person: at Live Oak Community Center, Creekside Room
AGENDA: V. Request to Establish Classification and Salary Range – Community Preparedness Educator, VI. Recommendation to Admend Job Class Specification – Audit Manager, VII. Recommendation to Amend Parking Meter Supervisor and Traffic Maintenance Supervisor, VIII. Recommendations to Amend Job Class Specifications – Assistant Human Resources Analyst and Associate Human Resources Analyst.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/personnel-board
HOMELESS SERVICES PANEL of EXPERTS (HSPE) Subcommittee on HOMELESS ENCAMPMENT GUIDELINES at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1939 Addison, East Bay Media Center
AGENDA: Guidelines and Policies presented by Radu at the October 4, Homeless Services Panel of Experts Meeting. NOTE: the November 6 subcommittee meeting is not posted on the Berkeley City website. The Guidelines presented to HSPE can be found in the HSPE Agenda PDF for 10/4/2023 (pages 7 -15) and in Supplemental 1.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/homeless-services-panel-experts
Tuesday, November 7, 2023
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1609523217
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 952 3217
AGENDA: Use the link and choose the html option or see the agenda listed at the end of the calendar.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Wednesday, November 8, 2023
COMMISSION on DISABILITY at 5 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Aspen Room
AGENDA: Presentation: 7. Anthony Tusler on the Sonoma County ADU visitability resolution, Staff Updates: 8. 2023 Log of Access Complaints, 9. Email & voicemail sent to commission, 10. ADA Coordinator Certification & Training Program, 11. CA law on “daylighting,” 12/ ADA Transition Plan submitted to Caltrans, 13. ADA Program Coordinator vacation dates, Discussion/Action Items 14. 16. CM Hahn access changes to public speaker setup at Council meetings, 17. CM Robinson permitting bicycles on sidewalks.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-disability
PARKS, RECREATION and WATERFRONT COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 2800 Park, Frances Albrier Community Center
AGENDA: 8. Director’s Report – Ferris, 9. Communication to Council to Update Resolution No. 66,544-N.S. a policy for the Use of Berths at the Berkeley Marina by Non-Profit Organizations Providing Community service, 10. Proposed New Historic Plaque at Presentation Park, 11. Update on waterfront Specific Plan, 12. PRW Commission Addendum to the Commission Recommendations Report on the WSP, 13. Report on Possible Parks Tax Increase, 14. Update on 600 Addison Project.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/parks-recreation-and-waterfront-commission
POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD (PAB) at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82653396072
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 826 5339 6072
AGENDA: 3. Public comment on agenda and non-agenda items, 5. ODPA Staff Report, Chair and Board Members’ Report, 7. Chief of Police Report, 8. Subcommittee Reports, 9. New Business a. Budget process, b. Policy Complaint No. 2023-PR-0008, c. PAB member policy review procedures, d. BPD Commendations, 10. Public Comment, 11. Closed Sessions.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
ASHBY TRANSIT ORIENTED DEVELOPMENT (HOUSING at ASHBY BART) from 6 – 8 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84565215901?pwd=cUpVUlJWQTFZTVRsVnVjQVVSeENXQT09
Teleconference: Meeting ID:
AGENDA: Traction Power Substation (TPSS) Update
Thursday, November 9, 2023 – Reduced Service Day
PARKER – ADDISON from 6 – 7:30 pm
Videoconference: - link to be posted 24 hours before the meeting
AGENDA: See proposed conceptual designs for improvements (bicycle lanes) along Dwight Way between Bonar and Mabel Streets.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/parker-addison-improvements-public-meeting
Zoning Adjustment Board is not meeting the next meeting is 11/30/2023
Friday, November 10, 2023 – Veterans’ Day Holiday
Saturday, November 11, 2023
BERKELEY NEIGHBORHOODS COUNCIL at 10 am
Videoconference:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/4223188307?pwd=dFlNMVlVZ2d6b0FnSHh3ZlFwV2NMdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171
Meeting ID: 422 318 8307 Passcode: 521161
AGENDA: check later
https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/
Sunday, November 12, 2023 – no City meetings or events found
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AGENDA for November 7, 2023 CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1609523217
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 952 3217
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.Minutes for Approval
2.Numainville, City Clerk - Kesarwani Appointment to the Police Accountability Board
3.Sprague, Fire Dept – Grant-Funded Contract $840,000 with O2X Human Performance to provide full-time behavioral and nutritional health services for the Berkeley Fire Department11/1/2023 – 10/31/2025 with option to extend 2 additional years
4.Sprague, Fire Dept – Purchase Order $504,110 for 3000 gallon Water Tender from Golden State Fire Apparatus, Inc
5.Warhuus, HHCS – Appoint Dr. Anju Goel, M.D. as Interim Health Officer
6.Warhuus, HHCS – Reallocate $232,362 in unspent child care subsidy funds awarded through the FY 2020 community agency contract process
7.Warhuus, HHCS – Northern California Land Trust – 2321 Tenth Street Trust Fund Reservation additional $1,703,585
8.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Resolution of Intention to Amend the Miscellaneous CalPERS Contract Pursuant to California Government Code Section 20516 to Reduce the Additional Cost Share Contribution Made by Unrepresented Employees on behalf of the City
9.Mayer, Library – Appointment Tanir Ami to the Board of Library Trustees
10.Louis, Police – Audit Recommendation status – Data Analysis of Police Response
Council Consent Items
11.Arreguin co-sponsors Hahn, Wengraf – United Against Hate Week November 12 – 18, total cost $3000
12.Arreguin co-sponsors Hahn, Wengraf – Berkeley Holiday Fund, mayor’s discretionary fund $500
13.Arreguin co-sponsors Hahn, Wengraf, Robinson – Budget Referral $1,000,000 for Housing Retention Program
14.Taplin, co-sponsors Kesarwani, Hahn – November as Transgender Awareness Month, November 20 as Transgender Awareness Day
15.Harrison, co-sponsor Taplin – Budget Referral AAO #1 $6,000 for Two Pilot Special Mentoring and Violence Prevention Events for Berkeley Youth organized by Berkeley Jr. Jackets and Young Lives Matter Foundation
16.Harrison – Budget referral $800,000 to the November 2023 AAO #1 for Matching funds to Repair Eight Deficient Tide Tubes to Avoid Catastrophic Structural Failure and escalating Construction Costs. (per Ferris now a $3,600,000 - $4,000,000 project, much of stormwater in West Berkeley drains through Aquatic Park Lagoon. If the tide tubes which are clay and concrete and already have cracks fail there will be flooding in west Berkeley)
17.Hahn, co-sponsors Arreguin, Bartlett, Taplin – resolution supporting local, state and federal efforts to exonerate the Port Chicago 50; 50 Black sailors who were wrongfully convicted of mutiny during WWII in the wake of a massive devasting explosion at the Port Chicago naval base near Concord, CA.
AGENDA on ACTION:
18.Numainville, City Clerk – Initiative Petition – Initiative Ordinance Prohibiting Concentrated Animal Feeding Operations in the City of Berkeley (animal agriculture includes cattle, swine, horses),
19.Louis, Police – Pursuant to BMC Chapter 2.99 Technology Report for Automatic License Plate Readers, GPS Trackers, Body Warn Cameras, Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV’s), the Street Level Imagery Project, and External Fixed Surveillance
20.Energy Commission – Recommendation on Climate, Building Electrification, and Sustainable Transportation Budget Priorities for FY 2023 – 2024
21.a. Peace and Justice Commission – Referral of Two Health Educator Positions, b. Radu, City Manager – Refer back to Peace and Justice Commission
INFORMATION REPORTS:
22.Louis, Police – Audit Recommendation Status – Berkeley Police: Improvements Needed to Manage Overtime and Security Work for Outside Entities.
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AGENDA for November 14, 2023 CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1617610462
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 761 0462
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CEREMONIAL MATTERS:
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.Amend Contract No. 090741-1 add $370,000 total $750,000 thru 12/31/2025 with Foster and Foster Actuaries and Consultants (formerly Bartel Associates, LLC) for Actuarial Consulting Services
2.Hollander, Economic Development – Expansion of the Elmwood BID (Business Improvement District) for calendar year 2025
3.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal bid solicitations $2,453,813 includes $200,000 for Children’s Story Time Renovation, $816,813 for Parker-Addison Mobility and safety Improvements Project, $400,000 for Berkeley Emergency Communication Center Dispatch Modernization, $325,000 for Food for Summer Lunch Program, $80,000 for Hardscape Repair and Preplacement (Marina), $632,000 for Land Use Planning Consultant
4.Warhuus, HHCS – Amend Contract No. 31900284 add $290,000 total $6,549,173 with Dorothy Day House to fund inclement Weather Shelter Program
5.Garland, Public Works - Contract $125,000 with Mercury Associates, Inc for Fleet Replacement/Maintenance Study and Consulting Services 12/1/2023 – 12/30/2026
6.Garland, Public Works – Purchase Order $335,000 wutg Western Truck Parts and Equipment for One Roll Off Truck
7.Garland, Public Works – Amend multi-year Purchase Order add $400,000 total $11,894,000 with Diesel Direct West, Inc for Fuel for City Vehicles and Equipment for City vehicles and emergency equipment (including generators) increasing the combined amount thru 2/28/2024
Council Consent Items:
8.Taplin, co-sponsors Hahn, Harrison – Budget referral $7,000Berkeley Junior Jackets Facilities Expenses
9.Wengraf, co-sponsor Arreguin – Resolution authorizing City of Berkeley to enter into MOU with Alameda and Contra Costa Counties to form a Wildfire Prevention Coordinating Group (WPCG) to improve regionwide collaboration to reduce wildfire risk
AGENDA on ACTION:
10.Hollander, Economic Development – Renewal Elmwood BID for calendar year 2024
11.Hollander, Economic Development – Renewal Solano BID for calendar year 2024
12.Fair Campaign Practices Commission – Amend BMC Chapter 2.12 Berkeley Election Reform Act (BERA) to ensure cost of living adjustments and committee reporting thresholds
13.Klein, Planning and Development – Amendments to BMC Title 23, the Zoning Map, General Plan Land Use Diagram, and the General Plan relating to the Southside Zoning Implmentation Program of the 2023-2031 Housing element Update to increase residential development in the Southside Plan area
INFORMATION REPORTS:
14.Warhuus, HHCS - Measure O Bond Impacts on Affordable Housing Development in Berkeley
15.Klein - LPO NOD: 60 Panoramic Way #LMIN2023-001
16.Klein - LPO NOD: 803 Delaware, LMSAP2023-0002
17.Klein - LPO NOD: 1960 San Antonio/645 Arlington LMSAP2022-0005
18.Klein - LPO NOD: 2113-2115 Kittredge LMSAP2022-0011
19.Planning Commission Fiscal Year 2023-24 Work Plan
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NOD – NOTICES of DECISION with deadline to appeal the NOD
· 2411 Sixth Street, ZAB 10/30/2023
· 2712 Telegraph, ZAB 10/31/2023
· 2924 Russell Street 10/31/2023
LAND USE CALENDAR PUBLIC HEARINGS:
Worth Noting:
Busy week ahead. The meetings and announcements of special interest are bolded.
- Sunday: Daylight Savings Time ends (fall back)
- Monday:
- At 10 am the Land Use & Economic Development Committee meets in the hybrid format on retail/commercial in residential zones.
- At 3 pm Council meets in closed session.
- At 6 pm the Peace and Justice Commission meeting precedes the 7 pm Round Table Forum on the release of nuclear waste from Fukushima.
- At 7 pm the HSPE subcommittee on homeless encampment guidelines meets in person.
- At 7 pm the Personnel Board meets in person.
- Tuesday: At 6 pm City Council meets in the hybrid format with concentrated animal feeding, ALPRs and surveillance and building electrification on the action agenda.
- Wednesday:
- At 5 pm the Commission on Disability meets in person.
- At 6 pm the PAB meets in the hybrid format.
- At 6 pm the update on the Ashby BART Transit Power Substation meets on ZOOM.
- At 7 pm the Parks, Recreation and Waterfront Commission meets in person.
- Thursday: From 6 – 7:30 pm is the presentation and discussion of Parker-Addison Improvements (bicycle lanes on Dwight) meets on ZOOM
- Friday: Veterans Day Holiday
- Saturday: At 10 am the Berkeley Neighborhoods Council meets on ZOOM.
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
On November 14 at 4 pm there is a special City Council meeting on the Alameda Country Transportation Commission San Pablo Avenue Multimodal Corridor Program Safety Enhancement and Parallel Bike Improvements Projects. Council will vote on the project. The 50-page packet includes diagrams photos and project descriptions. https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-special-meeting-eagenda-november-14-2023
Activist’s Diary for October 29, 2023 https://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com/issue/2023-10-29/article/50458?headline=A-BERKELEY-ACTIVIST-S-DIARY-week-ending-October-29--Kelly-Hammargren
Two more editions of the Activist’s Diary are in the works with a summary on the three forums with State Senate candidates Kathryn Lybarger, Jovanka Beckles and Dan Kalb coming next.
The link to the recording of the Kristina Hill webinar on Contaminated Sites and Sea Level Rise is posted https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/
Directions with links to ZOOM support for activating Closed Captioning and Save Transcript are at the bottom of this calendar along with how to change a YouTube video to a readable transcript.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, November 5, 2023 – Daylight Savings ends – no City meetings or events found
Monday, November 6, 2023
LAND USE, HOUSING & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT at 10 am
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1610594726
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161059 4726
AGENDA: 2. Authors Robinson, Bartlett, Taplin – Neighborhood-Scale Commercial to permit neighborhood-scale retail in residential zones.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-land-use-housing-economic-development
CITY COUNCIL Closed Session at 3 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1610918624
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 091 8624
AGENDA: 1. Conference with legal counsel – anticipated litigation Workers Compensation Claim Number BER2200083, 2. Conference with Labor Negotiators – Employee Organizations: Fire Fighters Association Local 1227 I.A.F.F., Fire Chiefs Association, Berkeley Police Association, SEIU 1021 Community Services and Part-time Recreation Activity Leaders, SEIU 1021 Maintenance and Clerical Public Employee Union Local 1, Unrepresented Employees, 3. Evaluation City Attorney.
https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-closed-meeting-eagenda-november-6-2023
PEACE and JUSTICE COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. Commission updates, 7. Secretary’s Report, 8. Discussion on Commission Merger, 9. Adding a December meeting, 10. Meeting calendar, 11. From 7 – 9 pm is the Round Table Forum Regarding Fukushima Waste.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/peace-and-justice-commission
PERSONNEL BOARD at 7 pm
In-Person: at Live Oak Community Center, Creekside Room
AGENDA: V. Request to Establish Classification and Salary Range – Community Preparedness Educator, VI. Recommendation to Admend Job Class Specification – Audit Manager, VII. Recommendation to Amend Parking Meter Supervisor and Traffic Maintenance Supervisor, VIII. Recommendations to Amend Job Class Specifications – Assistant Human Resources Analyst and Associate Human Resources Analyst.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/personnel-board
HOMELESS SERVICES PANEL of EXPERTS (HSPE) Subcommittee on HOMELESS ENCAMPMENT GUIDELINES at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1939 Addison, East Bay Media Center
AGENDA: Guidelines and Policies presented by Radu at the October 4, Homeless Services Panel of Experts Meeting. NOTE: the November 6 subcommittee meeting is not posted on the Berkeley City website. The Guidelines presented to HSPE can be found in the HSPE Agenda PDF for 10/4/2023 (pages 7 -15) and in Supplemental 1.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/homeless-services-panel-experts
Tuesday, November 7, 2023
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1609523217
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 952 3217
AGENDA: Use the link and choose the html option or see the agenda listed at the end of the calendar.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Wednesday, November 8, 2023
COMMISSION on DISABILITY at 5 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Aspen Room
AGENDA: Presentation: 7. Anthony Tusler on the Sonoma County ADU visitability resolution, Staff Updates: 8. 2023 Log of Access Complaints, 9. Email & voicemail sent to commission, 10. ADA Coordinator Certification & Training Program, 11. CA law on “daylighting,” 12/ ADA Transition Plan submitted to Caltrans, 13. ADA Program Coordinator vacation dates, Discussion/Action Items 14. 16. CM Hahn access changes to public speaker setup at Council meetings, 17. CM Robinson permitting bicycles on sidewalks.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-disability
PARKS, RECREATION and WATERFRONT COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 2800 Park, Frances Albrier Community Center
AGENDA: 8. Director’s Report – Ferris, 9. Communication to Council to Update Resolution No. 66,544-N.S. a policy for the Use of Berths at the Berkeley Marina by Non-Profit Organizations Providing Community service, 10. Proposed New Historic Plaque at Presentation Park, 11. Update on waterfront Specific Plan, 12. PRW Commission Addendum to the Commission Recommendations Report on the WSP, 13. Report on Possible Parks Tax Increase, 14. Update on 600 Addison Project.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/parks-recreation-and-waterfront-commission
POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD (PAB) at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82653396072
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 826 5339 6072
AGENDA: 3. Public comment on agenda and non-agenda items, 5. ODPA Staff Report, Chair and Board Members’ Report, 7. Chief of Police Report, 8. Subcommittee Reports, 9. New Business a. Budget process, b. Policy Complaint No. 2023-PR-0008, c. PAB member policy review procedures, d. BPD Commendations, 10. Public Comment, 11. Closed Sessions.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
ASHBY TRANSIT ORIENTED DEVELOPMENT (HOUSING at ASHBY BART) from 6 – 8 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84565215901?pwd=cUpVUlJWQTFZTVRsVnVjQVVSeENXQT09
Teleconference: Meeting ID:
AGENDA: Traction Power Substation (TPSS) Update
Thursday, November 9, 2023 – Reduced Service Day
PARKER – ADDISON from 6 – 7:30 pm
Videoconference: - link to be posted 24 hours before the meeting
AGENDA: See proposed conceptual designs for improvements (bicycle lanes) along Dwight Way between Bonar and Mabel Streets.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/parker-addison-improvements-public-meeting
Zoning Adjustment Board is not meeting the next meeting is 11/30/2023
Friday, November 10, 2023 – Veterans’ Day Holiday
Saturday, November 11, 2023
BERKELEY NEIGHBORHOODS COUNCIL at 10 am
Videoconference:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/4223188307?pwd=dFlNMVlVZ2d6b0FnSHh3ZlFwV2NMdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171
Meeting ID: 422 318 8307 Passcode: 521161
AGENDA: check later
https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/
Sunday, November 12, 2023 – no City meetings or events found
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AGENDA for November 7, 2023 CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1609523217
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 952 3217
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.Minutes for Approval
2.Numainville, City Clerk - Kesarwani Appointment to the Police Accountability Board
3.Sprague, Fire Dept – Grant-Funded Contract $840,000 with O2X Human Performance to provide full-time behavioral and nutritional health services for the Berkeley Fire Department11/1/2023 – 10/31/2025 with option to extend 2 additional years
4.Sprague, Fire Dept – Purchase Order $504,110 for 3000 gallon Water Tender from Golden State Fire Apparatus, Inc
5.Warhuus, HHCS – Appoint Dr. Anju Goel, M.D. as Interim Health Officer
6.Warhuus, HHCS – Reallocate $232,362 in unspent child care subsidy funds awarded through the FY 2020 community agency contract process
7.Warhuus, HHCS – Northern California Land Trust – 2321 Tenth Street Trust Fund Reservation additional $1,703,585
8.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Resolution of Intention to Amend the Miscellaneous CalPERS Contract Pursuant to California Government Code Section 20516 to Reduce the Additional Cost Share Contribution Made by Unrepresented Employees on behalf of the City
9.Mayer, Library – Appointment Tanir Ami to the Board of Library Trustees
10.Louis, Police – Audit Recommendation status – Data Analysis of Police Response
Council Consent Items
11.Arreguin co-sponsors Hahn, Wengraf – United Against Hate Week November 12 – 18, total cost $3000
12.Arreguin co-sponsors Hahn, Wengraf – Berkeley Holiday Fund, mayor’s discretionary fund $500
13.Arreguin co-sponsors Hahn, Wengraf, Robinson – Budget Referral $1,000,000 for Housing Retention Program
14.Taplin, co-sponsors Kesarwani, Hahn – November as Transgender Awareness Month, November 20 as Transgender Awareness Day
15.Harrison, co-sponsor Taplin – Budget Referral AAO #1 $6,000 for Two Pilot Special Mentoring and Violence Prevention Events for Berkeley Youth organized by Berkeley Jr. Jackets and Young Lives Matter Foundation
16.Harrison – Budget referral $800,000 to the November 2023 AAO #1 for Matching funds to Repair Eight Deficient Tide Tubes to Avoid Catastrophic Structural Failure and escalating Construction Costs. (per Ferris now a $3,600,000 - $4,000,000 project, much of stormwater in West Berkeley drains through Aquatic Park Lagoon. If the tide tubes which are clay and concrete and already have cracks fail there will be flooding in west Berkeley)
17.Hahn, co-sponsors Arreguin, Bartlett, Taplin – resolution supporting local, state and federal efforts to exonerate the Port Chicago 50; 50 Black sailors who were wrongfully convicted of mutiny during WWII in the wake of a massive devasting explosion at the Port Chicago naval base near Concord, CA.
AGENDA on ACTION:
18.Numainville, City Clerk – Initiative Petition – Initiative Ordinance Prohibiting Concentrated Animal Feeding Operations in the City of Berkeley (animal agriculture includes cattle, swine, horses),
19.Louis, Police – Pursuant to BMC Chapter 2.99 Technology Report for Automatic License Plate Readers, GPS Trackers, Body Warn Cameras, Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV’s), the Street Level Imagery Project, and External Fixed Surveillance
20.Energy Commission – Recommendation on Climate, Building Electrification, and Sustainable Transportation Budget Priorities for FY 2023 – 2024
21.a. Peace and Justice Commission – Referral of Two Health Educator Positions, b. Radu, City Manager – Refer back to Peace and Justice Commission
INFORMATION REPORTS:
22.Louis, Police – Audit Recommendation Status – Berkeley Police: Improvements Needed to Manage Overtime and Security Work for Outside Entities.
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AGENDA for November 14, 2023 CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1617610462
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 761 0462
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CEREMONIAL MATTERS:
- Presentation: AC Transit Realign Process
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.Amend Contract No. 090741-1 add $370,000 total $750,000 thru 12/31/2025 with Foster and Foster Actuaries and Consultants (formerly Bartel Associates, LLC) for Actuarial Consulting Services
2.Hollander, Economic Development – Expansion of the Elmwood BID (Business Improvement District) for calendar year 2025
3.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal bid solicitations $2,453,813 includes $200,000 for Children’s Story Time Renovation, $816,813 for Parker-Addison Mobility and safety Improvements Project, $400,000 for Berkeley Emergency Communication Center Dispatch Modernization, $325,000 for Food for Summer Lunch Program, $80,000 for Hardscape Repair and Preplacement (Marina), $632,000 for Land Use Planning Consultant
4.Warhuus, HHCS – Amend Contract No. 31900284 add $290,000 total $6,549,173 with Dorothy Day House to fund inclement Weather Shelter Program
5.Garland, Public Works - Contract $125,000 with Mercury Associates, Inc for Fleet Replacement/Maintenance Study and Consulting Services 12/1/2023 – 12/30/2026
6.Garland, Public Works – Purchase Order $335,000 wutg Western Truck Parts and Equipment for One Roll Off Truck
7.Garland, Public Works – Amend multi-year Purchase Order add $400,000 total $11,894,000 with Diesel Direct West, Inc for Fuel for City Vehicles and Equipment for City vehicles and emergency equipment (including generators) increasing the combined amount thru 2/28/2024
Council Consent Items:
8.Taplin, co-sponsors Hahn, Harrison – Budget referral $7,000Berkeley Junior Jackets Facilities Expenses
9.Wengraf, co-sponsor Arreguin – Resolution authorizing City of Berkeley to enter into MOU with Alameda and Contra Costa Counties to form a Wildfire Prevention Coordinating Group (WPCG) to improve regionwide collaboration to reduce wildfire risk
AGENDA on ACTION:
10.Hollander, Economic Development – Renewal Elmwood BID for calendar year 2024
11.Hollander, Economic Development – Renewal Solano BID for calendar year 2024
12.Fair Campaign Practices Commission – Amend BMC Chapter 2.12 Berkeley Election Reform Act (BERA) to ensure cost of living adjustments and committee reporting thresholds
13.Klein, Planning and Development – Amendments to BMC Title 23, the Zoning Map, General Plan Land Use Diagram, and the General Plan relating to the Southside Zoning Implmentation Program of the 2023-2031 Housing element Update to increase residential development in the Southside Plan area
INFORMATION REPORTS:
14.Warhuus, HHCS - Measure O Bond Impacts on Affordable Housing Development in Berkeley
15.Klein - LPO NOD: 60 Panoramic Way #LMIN2023-001
16.Klein - LPO NOD: 803 Delaware, LMSAP2023-0002
17.Klein - LPO NOD: 1960 San Antonio/645 Arlington LMSAP2022-0005
18.Klein - LPO NOD: 2113-2115 Kittredge LMSAP2022-0011
19.Planning Commission Fiscal Year 2023-24 Work Plan
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NOD – NOTICES of DECISION with deadline to appeal the NOD
· 2411 Sixth Street, ZAB 10/30/2023
· 2712 Telegraph, ZAB 10/31/2023
· 2924 Russell Street 10/31/2023
LAND USE CALENDAR PUBLIC HEARINGS:
- 3000 Shattuck Avenue (Construct 10-story mixed-use building) – TBD
- November 2, 2023 - Draft Waterfront Specific Plan (postponed)
- December 5, 2023 – Re-Imagining Public Safety Update and Ceasefire– (to be the only action item of the evening, Wengraf and Arreguin will be absent on December 5)
- Fire Department Standards of Coverage & Community Risk Assessment (December 5 at regular council meeting)
- Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation
- Presentation on Homelessness/Re-Housing/Thousand-Person Plan
- Draft Waterfront Specific Plan (proposed for January 23, 2024)
- May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report, Wildfire Prevention Plan https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-special-meeting-eagenda-may-16-2023-6-pm
- June 20 (WS) - Climate Action Plan & Resilience Update, Berkeley Economic Dashboards Update reports available https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas/city-council-2023-06-20
October 29 - November 5, 2023
Worth Noting:
The last day for members to join the Sierra Club to be able to vote in the Sierra Club election is October 31st. https://www.sierraclub.org/ways-to-give#renew-maintab
Responsibilities of the persons elected include: local conservation policies, administering programs and activities and endorsing political candidates and ballot initiatives. Please join or if you are already a member check to make sure your membership is current. The election bulletin of candidates and ballot will be sent in the Winter edition of the Sierra Club Yodeler.
Activist’s Diary for October 15, 2023 https://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com/issue/2023-10-23/article/50450?headline=A-BERKELEY-ACTIVIST-S-DIARY.-week-ending-Oct.15--Kelly-Hammargren
Two more editions of the Activist’s Diary are in the works.
The link to the recording of the Kristina Hill webinar on Contaminated Sites and Sea Level Rise is posted https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/
Directions with links to ZOOM support for activating Closed Captioning and Save Transcript are at the bottom of this calendar along with how to change a YouTube video to a readable transcript.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, October 29, 2023 – No City meetings or events found
Monday, October 30, 2023
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1602118494
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 211 8494
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve -11/14/2023 draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda below at the end of the list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Workssessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review: 8. Discussion and Possible Action on City Council Rules of Decorum and Remote Public Comments 9. City Council Legislative Systems Redesign, Unscheduled Items: 10. Modifications or Improvements to City Council Meeting Procedures, 11. Strengthening and Supporting City Commission: Guidance on Development of Legislative Proposals, 12. Discussion and recommendations on the Continued Use of the Berkeley Considers Online Engagement Portal.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
HOMELESS SERVICES PANEL of EXPERTS Subcommittee on HOMELESS ENCAMPMENT GUIDELINES at 7 pm – cancelled rescheduled for November 6.
NOTE: the subcommittee meetings are not posted on the Berkeley City website
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/homeless-services-panel-experts
Tuesday, October 31, 2023
Halloween, no city meetings, but events can be found on the city website at https://berkeleyca.gov/
Wednesday, November 1, 2023
FACILITIES, INFRASTRUCTURE, TRANSPORTATION, ENVIRONMENT & SUSTAINABILITY at 2 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1606230651
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 623 0651
AGENDA: 2. Klein, Planning and Development – Building Emissions Saving Ordinance (BESO) – Time of Sale Energy Upgrades, 3. Adopt an Ordinance adding BMC Chapter 12.39 to regulate Deconstruction and Construction Materials Management.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-facilities-infrastructure-transportation-environment-sustainability
PLANNING COMMISSION at 5:30 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 10. Public Hearing on Tentative Tract Map 8651 to convert sole ownership of 36 dwellings/82 beds to individual ownership, 11. Discussion on Middle Housing to encourage middle housing in low-density residential districts (R-1, R-2, R-2A and MU-R) proposal includes by-right demolition of existing single family housing to build duplexes, triplexes, 4-plexes and small projects.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/planning-commission
BOARD of LIBRARY TRUSTEES (BOLT) at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 1125 University, West Branch Library
AGENDA: II. A. Presentations Oral Staff Report from Chenice Jackson, Social services Specialist, IV. A. Budget Process Update for FY 2025 & FY 2026 Biennial Budget, B. Amending BOLT bylaws.
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
Thursday, November 2, 2023
HOUSING ADVISORY COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. Presentation on Block Grant funded subrecipient Center for Independent Living residential Access, discussion and possible action on 7. Funding for MLK House, 8. Fair access and Transparency for Rental Housing applications Ordinance, 9. Meeting Calendar, 10. 2024 RFP for Funding Community agencies.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/housing-advisory-commission
LANDMARKS PRESERVATION COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. 2119 Marin, Laflin House – Structural Alteration Permit
7. 910 Indian Rock - Landmark or Structure of Merit Designation
8. 1840 Woolsey – Staff-level Design Review Referral – provide comments on exterior alterations.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/landmarks-preservation-commission
PERSONNEL BOARD at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1301 Shattuck, Live Oak Community center, Creekside Room
AGENDA: V. Request for extension of Temporary Appointment in the HHCS Department of Community services specialist III Joshua Oehler and assistant Management Analyst Marilou Orense, VI. Recommendation to Revise Job Class Specification – Deputy Police Chief.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/personnel-board
Friday, November 3, 2023 – No City meetings or events found
Saturday, November 4, 2023 – No City meetings or events found
Sunday, November 5, 2023 – No City meetings or events found
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AGENDA and RULES COMMITTEE at 2:30 pm
DRAFT CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for Regular 6 pm Meeting on November 14, 2023
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1602118494
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 211 8494
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
CEREMONIAL MATTERS:
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.Amend Contract No. 090741-1 add $370,000 total $750,000 thru 12/31/2025 with Foster and Foster Actuaries and Consultants (formerly Bartel Associates, LLC) for Actuarial Consulting Services
2.Hollander, Economic Development – Expansion of the Elmwood BID (Business Improvement District) for calendar year 2025
3.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal bid solicitations $2,453,813
4.Warhuus, HHCS – Amend Contract No. 31900284 add $290,000 total $6,549,173 with Dorothy Day House to fund inclement Weather Shelter Program
5.Garland, Public Works – Alameda County Transportation Commission San Pablo Multimodal Corridor Program: Safety Enhancement and Parallel Bike Improvements Projects
6.Garland, Public Works - Contract $125,000 with Mercury Associates, Inc for Fleet Replacement/Maintenance Study and Consulting Services 12/1/2023 – 12/30/2026
7.Garland, Public Works – Purchase Order $335,000 wutg Western Truck Parts and Equipment for One Roll Off Truck
8.Garland, Public Works – Amend multi-year Purchase Order add $400,000 total $11,894,000 with Diesel Direct West, Inc for Fuel for City Vehicles and Equipment for City vehicles and emergency equipment (including generators) increasing the combined amount thru 2/28/2024
Council Consent Items
9.Taplin, co-sponsors Hahn, Harrison – Budget referral $7,000Berkeley Junior Jackets Facilities Expenses
AGENDA on ACTION
10.Hollander, Economic Development – Renewal Elmwood BID for calendar year 2024
11.Hollander, Economic Development – Renewal Solano BID for calendar year 2024
12.Klein, Planning and Development – Amendments to BMC Title 23, the Zoning Map, General Plan Land Use Diagram, and the General Plan relating to the Southside Zoning Implmentation Program of the 2023-2031 Housing element Update to increase residential development in the Southside Plan area
13.Fair Campaign Practices Commission – Amend BMC Chapter 2.12 Berkeley Election Reform Act (BERA) to ensure cost of living adjustments and committee reporting thresholds
14.Authors Taplin, Harrison, Bartlett – Budget Referral and Updated Guidelines and Procedures for City Council Office Staff Expenditures, Refer to Budget and Finance Committee to consider updates for AAO#2 of up to $219,080 with regards to staff salaries for up to 2 FTE, meet obligations under SEIU 1021 CSU/PTRLA MOU and prevent layoffs
15.Wengraf, co-sponsor Arreguin – Resolution authorizing City of Berkeley to enter into MOU with Alameda and Contra Costa Counties to form a Wildfire Prevention Coordinating Group (WPCG) to improve regionwide collaboration to reduce wildfire risk
16.Warhuus, HHCS - Measure O Bond Impacts on Affordable Housing Development in Berkeley
17.Klein - LPO NOD: 60 Panoramic Way #LMIN2023-001
18.Klein - LPO NOD: 803 Delaware, LMSAP2023-0002
19.Klein - LPO NOD: 1960 San Antonio/645 Arlington LMSAP2022-0005
20.Klein - LPO NOD: 2113-2115 Kittredge LMSAP2022-0011
21.Planning Commission Fiscal Year 2023-24 Work Plan
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AGENDA for November 7, 2023 CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1609523217
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 952 3217
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.Minutes for Approval
2.Numainville, City Clerk - Kesarwani Appointment to the Police Accountability Board
3.Sprague, Fire Dept – Contract $840,000 with O2X Human Performance to provide full-time behavioral and nutritional health services for the Berkeley Fire Department11/1/2023 – 10/31/2025 with option to extend 2 additional years
4.Sprague, Fire Dept – Purchase Order $504,110 for 3000 gallon Water Tender from Golden State Fire Apparatus, Inc
5.Warhuus, HHCS – Appoint Dr. Anju Goel, M.D. as Interim Health Officer
6.Warhuus, HHCS – Reallocate $232,362 in unspent child care subsidy funds awarded through the FY 2020 community agency contract process
7.Warhuus, HHCS – Northern California Land Trust – 2321 Tenth Street Trust Fund Reservation additional $1,703,585
8.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Resolution of Intention to Amend the Miscellaneous CalPERS Contract Pursuant to California Government Code Section 20516 to Reduce the Additional Cost Share Contribution Made by Unrepresented Employees on behalf of the City
9.Mayer, Library – Appointment Tanir Ami to the Board of Library Trustees
10.Louis, Police – Audit Recommendation status – Data Analysis of Police Response
11.Council Consent Items
12.Arreguin co-sponsors Hahn, Wengraf – United Against Hate Week November 12 – 18, total cost $3000
13.Arreguin co-sponsors Hahn, Wengraf – Berkeley Holiday Fund, mayor’s discretionary fund $500
14.Arreguin co-sponsors Hahn, Wengraf, Robinson – Budget Referral $1,000,000 for Housing Retention Program
15.Taplin, co-sponsors Kesarwani, Hahn – November as Transgender Awareness Month, November 20 as Transgender Awareness Day
16.Harrison – Budget Referral AAO #1 $6,000 for Two Pilot Special Mentoring and Violence Prevention Events for Berkeley Youth organized by Berkeley Jr. Jackets and Young Lives Matter Foundation
17.Harrison – Budget referral $800,000 to the November 2023 AAO #1 for Matching funds to Repair Eight Deficient Tide Tubes to Avoid Catastrophic Structural Failure and escalating Construction Costs. (per Ferris now a $3,600,000 - $4,000,000 project, much of stormwater in West Berkeley drains through Aquatic Park Lagoon. If the tide tubes which are clay and concrete and already have cracks fail there will be flooding in west Berkeley)
18.Hahn, co-sponsors Arreguin, Bartlett, Taplin – resolution supporting local, state and federal efforts to exonerate the Port Chicago 50; 50 Black sailors who were wrongfully convicted of mutiny during WWII in the wake of a massive devasting explosion at the Port Chicago naval base near Concord, CA.
AGENDA on ACTION:
19.Numainville, City Clerk – Initiative Petition – Initiative Ordinance Prohibiting Concentrated Animal Feeding Operations in the City of Berkeley
20.Louis, Police – Pursuant to BMC Chapter 2.99 Technology Report for Automatic License Plate Readers, GPS Trackers, Body Warn Cameras, Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV’s), the Street Level Imagery Project, and External Fixed Surveillance
21.Energy Commission – Recommendation on Climate, Building Electrification, and Sustainable Transportation Budget Priorities for FY 2023 – 2024
22.a. Peace and Justice Commission – Referral of Two Health Educator Positions, b. Radu, City Manager – Refer back to Peace and Justice Commission
INFORMATION REPORTS:
23.Louis, Police – Audit Recommendation Status – Berkeley Police: Improvements Needed to Manage Overtime and Security Work for Outside Entities.
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NOD – NOTICES of DECISION with deadline to appeal the NOD
· 2411 Sixth Street, ZAB 10/30/2023
· 2712 Telegraph, ZAB 10/31/2023
· 2924 Russell Street 10/31/2023
LAND USE CALENDAR PUBLIC HEARINGS:
Worth Noting:
The last day for members to join the Sierra Club to be able to vote in the Sierra Club election is October 31st. https://www.sierraclub.org/ways-to-give#renew-maintab
Responsibilities of the persons elected include: local conservation policies, administering programs and activities and endorsing political candidates and ballot initiatives. Please join or if you are already a member check to make sure your membership is current. The election bulletin of candidates and ballot will be sent in the Winter edition of the Sierra Club Yodeler.
- Monday:
- At 2:30 pm the Agenda and Rules Committee meets in the hybrid format.
- Cancelled and rescheduled for November 6 at 7 pm the Homeless Panel of Experts Subcommittee on guidelines and policies for homeless encampment meets in person.
- Tuesday: celebrate Halloween
- Wednesday:
- At 2 pm the Facilities, Infrastructure, Transportation, Environment and Sustainability Committee meets in the hybrid format.
- At 5:30 pm the Planning Commission meets in person on “Middle Housing.”
- At 6:30 pm Board of Library trustees meets in person.
- Thursday:
- At 7 pm the Housing advisory Commission meets in person.
- At 7 pm the Landmarks Preservation Board meets in person.
- At 7 pm the Landmarks Preservation Commission meets in person.
- The City Council meeting on the Waterfront Specific Plan was cancelled and is tentatively rescheduled for January 23, 2024.
Activist’s Diary for October 15, 2023 https://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com/issue/2023-10-23/article/50450?headline=A-BERKELEY-ACTIVIST-S-DIARY.-week-ending-Oct.15--Kelly-Hammargren
Two more editions of the Activist’s Diary are in the works.
The link to the recording of the Kristina Hill webinar on Contaminated Sites and Sea Level Rise is posted https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/
Directions with links to ZOOM support for activating Closed Captioning and Save Transcript are at the bottom of this calendar along with how to change a YouTube video to a readable transcript.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, October 29, 2023 – No City meetings or events found
Monday, October 30, 2023
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1602118494
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 211 8494
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve -11/14/2023 draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda below at the end of the list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Workssessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review: 8. Discussion and Possible Action on City Council Rules of Decorum and Remote Public Comments 9. City Council Legislative Systems Redesign, Unscheduled Items: 10. Modifications or Improvements to City Council Meeting Procedures, 11. Strengthening and Supporting City Commission: Guidance on Development of Legislative Proposals, 12. Discussion and recommendations on the Continued Use of the Berkeley Considers Online Engagement Portal.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
HOMELESS SERVICES PANEL of EXPERTS Subcommittee on HOMELESS ENCAMPMENT GUIDELINES at 7 pm – cancelled rescheduled for November 6.
NOTE: the subcommittee meetings are not posted on the Berkeley City website
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/homeless-services-panel-experts
Tuesday, October 31, 2023
Halloween, no city meetings, but events can be found on the city website at https://berkeleyca.gov/
Wednesday, November 1, 2023
FACILITIES, INFRASTRUCTURE, TRANSPORTATION, ENVIRONMENT & SUSTAINABILITY at 2 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1606230651
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 623 0651
AGENDA: 2. Klein, Planning and Development – Building Emissions Saving Ordinance (BESO) – Time of Sale Energy Upgrades, 3. Adopt an Ordinance adding BMC Chapter 12.39 to regulate Deconstruction and Construction Materials Management.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-facilities-infrastructure-transportation-environment-sustainability
PLANNING COMMISSION at 5:30 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 10. Public Hearing on Tentative Tract Map 8651 to convert sole ownership of 36 dwellings/82 beds to individual ownership, 11. Discussion on Middle Housing to encourage middle housing in low-density residential districts (R-1, R-2, R-2A and MU-R) proposal includes by-right demolition of existing single family housing to build duplexes, triplexes, 4-plexes and small projects.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/planning-commission
BOARD of LIBRARY TRUSTEES (BOLT) at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 1125 University, West Branch Library
AGENDA: II. A. Presentations Oral Staff Report from Chenice Jackson, Social services Specialist, IV. A. Budget Process Update for FY 2025 & FY 2026 Biennial Budget, B. Amending BOLT bylaws.
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
Thursday, November 2, 2023
HOUSING ADVISORY COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. Presentation on Block Grant funded subrecipient Center for Independent Living residential Access, discussion and possible action on 7. Funding for MLK House, 8. Fair access and Transparency for Rental Housing applications Ordinance, 9. Meeting Calendar, 10. 2024 RFP for Funding Community agencies.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/housing-advisory-commission
LANDMARKS PRESERVATION COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. 2119 Marin, Laflin House – Structural Alteration Permit
7. 910 Indian Rock - Landmark or Structure of Merit Designation
8. 1840 Woolsey – Staff-level Design Review Referral – provide comments on exterior alterations.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/landmarks-preservation-commission
PERSONNEL BOARD at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1301 Shattuck, Live Oak Community center, Creekside Room
AGENDA: V. Request for extension of Temporary Appointment in the HHCS Department of Community services specialist III Joshua Oehler and assistant Management Analyst Marilou Orense, VI. Recommendation to Revise Job Class Specification – Deputy Police Chief.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/personnel-board
Friday, November 3, 2023 – No City meetings or events found
Saturday, November 4, 2023 – No City meetings or events found
Sunday, November 5, 2023 – No City meetings or events found
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AGENDA and RULES COMMITTEE at 2:30 pm
DRAFT CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for Regular 6 pm Meeting on November 14, 2023
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1602118494
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 211 8494
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
CEREMONIAL MATTERS:
- Presentation: AC Transit Realign Process
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.Amend Contract No. 090741-1 add $370,000 total $750,000 thru 12/31/2025 with Foster and Foster Actuaries and Consultants (formerly Bartel Associates, LLC) for Actuarial Consulting Services
2.Hollander, Economic Development – Expansion of the Elmwood BID (Business Improvement District) for calendar year 2025
3.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal bid solicitations $2,453,813
4.Warhuus, HHCS – Amend Contract No. 31900284 add $290,000 total $6,549,173 with Dorothy Day House to fund inclement Weather Shelter Program
5.Garland, Public Works – Alameda County Transportation Commission San Pablo Multimodal Corridor Program: Safety Enhancement and Parallel Bike Improvements Projects
6.Garland, Public Works - Contract $125,000 with Mercury Associates, Inc for Fleet Replacement/Maintenance Study and Consulting Services 12/1/2023 – 12/30/2026
7.Garland, Public Works – Purchase Order $335,000 wutg Western Truck Parts and Equipment for One Roll Off Truck
8.Garland, Public Works – Amend multi-year Purchase Order add $400,000 total $11,894,000 with Diesel Direct West, Inc for Fuel for City Vehicles and Equipment for City vehicles and emergency equipment (including generators) increasing the combined amount thru 2/28/2024
Council Consent Items
9.Taplin, co-sponsors Hahn, Harrison – Budget referral $7,000Berkeley Junior Jackets Facilities Expenses
AGENDA on ACTION
10.Hollander, Economic Development – Renewal Elmwood BID for calendar year 2024
11.Hollander, Economic Development – Renewal Solano BID for calendar year 2024
12.Klein, Planning and Development – Amendments to BMC Title 23, the Zoning Map, General Plan Land Use Diagram, and the General Plan relating to the Southside Zoning Implmentation Program of the 2023-2031 Housing element Update to increase residential development in the Southside Plan area
13.Fair Campaign Practices Commission – Amend BMC Chapter 2.12 Berkeley Election Reform Act (BERA) to ensure cost of living adjustments and committee reporting thresholds
14.Authors Taplin, Harrison, Bartlett – Budget Referral and Updated Guidelines and Procedures for City Council Office Staff Expenditures, Refer to Budget and Finance Committee to consider updates for AAO#2 of up to $219,080 with regards to staff salaries for up to 2 FTE, meet obligations under SEIU 1021 CSU/PTRLA MOU and prevent layoffs
15.Wengraf, co-sponsor Arreguin – Resolution authorizing City of Berkeley to enter into MOU with Alameda and Contra Costa Counties to form a Wildfire Prevention Coordinating Group (WPCG) to improve regionwide collaboration to reduce wildfire risk
16.Warhuus, HHCS - Measure O Bond Impacts on Affordable Housing Development in Berkeley
17.Klein - LPO NOD: 60 Panoramic Way #LMIN2023-001
18.Klein - LPO NOD: 803 Delaware, LMSAP2023-0002
19.Klein - LPO NOD: 1960 San Antonio/645 Arlington LMSAP2022-0005
20.Klein - LPO NOD: 2113-2115 Kittredge LMSAP2022-0011
21.Planning Commission Fiscal Year 2023-24 Work Plan
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AGENDA for November 7, 2023 CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1609523217
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 952 3217
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.Minutes for Approval
2.Numainville, City Clerk - Kesarwani Appointment to the Police Accountability Board
3.Sprague, Fire Dept – Contract $840,000 with O2X Human Performance to provide full-time behavioral and nutritional health services for the Berkeley Fire Department11/1/2023 – 10/31/2025 with option to extend 2 additional years
4.Sprague, Fire Dept – Purchase Order $504,110 for 3000 gallon Water Tender from Golden State Fire Apparatus, Inc
5.Warhuus, HHCS – Appoint Dr. Anju Goel, M.D. as Interim Health Officer
6.Warhuus, HHCS – Reallocate $232,362 in unspent child care subsidy funds awarded through the FY 2020 community agency contract process
7.Warhuus, HHCS – Northern California Land Trust – 2321 Tenth Street Trust Fund Reservation additional $1,703,585
8.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Resolution of Intention to Amend the Miscellaneous CalPERS Contract Pursuant to California Government Code Section 20516 to Reduce the Additional Cost Share Contribution Made by Unrepresented Employees on behalf of the City
9.Mayer, Library – Appointment Tanir Ami to the Board of Library Trustees
10.Louis, Police – Audit Recommendation status – Data Analysis of Police Response
11.Council Consent Items
12.Arreguin co-sponsors Hahn, Wengraf – United Against Hate Week November 12 – 18, total cost $3000
13.Arreguin co-sponsors Hahn, Wengraf – Berkeley Holiday Fund, mayor’s discretionary fund $500
14.Arreguin co-sponsors Hahn, Wengraf, Robinson – Budget Referral $1,000,000 for Housing Retention Program
15.Taplin, co-sponsors Kesarwani, Hahn – November as Transgender Awareness Month, November 20 as Transgender Awareness Day
16.Harrison – Budget Referral AAO #1 $6,000 for Two Pilot Special Mentoring and Violence Prevention Events for Berkeley Youth organized by Berkeley Jr. Jackets and Young Lives Matter Foundation
17.Harrison – Budget referral $800,000 to the November 2023 AAO #1 for Matching funds to Repair Eight Deficient Tide Tubes to Avoid Catastrophic Structural Failure and escalating Construction Costs. (per Ferris now a $3,600,000 - $4,000,000 project, much of stormwater in West Berkeley drains through Aquatic Park Lagoon. If the tide tubes which are clay and concrete and already have cracks fail there will be flooding in west Berkeley)
18.Hahn, co-sponsors Arreguin, Bartlett, Taplin – resolution supporting local, state and federal efforts to exonerate the Port Chicago 50; 50 Black sailors who were wrongfully convicted of mutiny during WWII in the wake of a massive devasting explosion at the Port Chicago naval base near Concord, CA.
AGENDA on ACTION:
19.Numainville, City Clerk – Initiative Petition – Initiative Ordinance Prohibiting Concentrated Animal Feeding Operations in the City of Berkeley
20.Louis, Police – Pursuant to BMC Chapter 2.99 Technology Report for Automatic License Plate Readers, GPS Trackers, Body Warn Cameras, Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV’s), the Street Level Imagery Project, and External Fixed Surveillance
21.Energy Commission – Recommendation on Climate, Building Electrification, and Sustainable Transportation Budget Priorities for FY 2023 – 2024
22.a. Peace and Justice Commission – Referral of Two Health Educator Positions, b. Radu, City Manager – Refer back to Peace and Justice Commission
INFORMATION REPORTS:
23.Louis, Police – Audit Recommendation Status – Berkeley Police: Improvements Needed to Manage Overtime and Security Work for Outside Entities.
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NOD – NOTICES of DECISION with deadline to appeal the NOD
· 2411 Sixth Street, ZAB 10/30/2023
· 2712 Telegraph, ZAB 10/31/2023
· 2924 Russell Street 10/31/2023
LAND USE CALENDAR PUBLIC HEARINGS:
- 3000 Shattuck Avenue (Construct 10-story mixed-use building) – TBD
- November 2, 2023 - Draft Waterfront Specific Plan (postponed)
- December 5, 2023 – Re-Imagining Public Safety Update and Ceasefire– (to be the only action item of the evening, Wengraf and Arreguin will be absent on December 5)
- Fire Department Standards of Coverage & Community Risk Assessment (December 5 at regular council meeting)
- Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation
- Presentation on Homelessness/Re-Housing/Thousand-Person Plan
- Draft Waterfront Specific Plan (proposed for January 23, 2024)
- May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report, Wildfire Prevention Plan https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-special-meeting-eagenda-may-16-2023-6-pm
- June 20 (WS) - Climate Action Plan & Resilience Update, Berkeley Economic Dashboards Update reports available https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas/city-council-2023-06-20
October 22 - October 29, 2023
Worth Noting:
Another packed week. If you have never heard Kristina Hill present on sea level rise, groundwater rise and the impact of groundwater rise on contaminated sites, Monday night at 7 pm is the go to meeting for you. Berkeley has contaminated sites.
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
Activist’s Diary for latest addition check Berkeley Daily Planet after Monday https://berkeleydailyplanet.com/
Directions with links to ZOOM support for activating Closed Captioning and Save Transcript are at the bottom of this calendar.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, October 22, 2023 – No city meetings or events found
Monday, October 23, 2023
BNC Presents: CONTAMINATED SITES and SEA LEVEL RISE – PREPARING for CHANGE from 7 – 8:30 pm
Featuring: Kristina Hill
Videoconference: https://tinyurl.com/2vuun382
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171
Webinar ID: 827 7775 1399 Passcode: 160085
Kristina Hill, Associate Professor of Environmental Planning and Urban Design at UC Berkeley.
Talk sponsored by the Berkeley Neighborhoods Council
https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/uncategorized/bnc-presents-sea-level-rise-in-berkeley-and-albany/
Kristina hill with others published “Rising coastal groundwater as a result of sea level rise will influence contaminated coastal sites and underground infrastructure.” https://essopenarchive.org/users/621729/articles/645176-rising-coastal-groundwater-as-a-result-of-sea-level-rise-will-influence-contaminated-coastal-sites-and-underground-infrastructure
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1604511264
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 451 1264
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 11/7/2023 draft agenda for City Council regular meeting – use link or read full draft agenda below at the end of the list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Workssessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review: 8. Discussion and Possible Action on City Council Rules of Decorum and Remote Public Comments 9. City Council Legislative Systems Redesign, Unscheduled Items: 10. Modifications or Improvements to City Council Meeting Procedures, 11. Strengthening and Supporting City Commission: Guidance on Development of Legislative Proposals, 12. Discussion and recommendations on the Continued Use of the Berkeley Considers Online Engagement Portal.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
CITY COUNCIL Closed Session at 4:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1614932351
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 493 2351
AGENDA: 1. Existing Litigation a. Prado v. City of Berkeley No. 3:23-CV-)4537-EMC, b. Schmier v. City of Berkeley No. RG19036596, 2. Conference with Labor Negotiators employee organizations: Berkeley Fire Fighters Association Local 1227 I.A.F.F. / Berkeley Chief Fire Officers Association; Berkeley Police Association; SEIU 1021 Community Services and Part-time Recreation Activity Leaders, SEIU 1021 Maintenance and Clerical, Public Employee Union Local 1, Unrepresented Employees.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
RENT STABILIZATION BOARD Special Meeting at 7 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82871490734?pwd=4jtOMJ4pp8UVahOsRkEp9MS0vUGODA.MbFtwb9sN7nPkOEm
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171
Meeting ID: 828 7149 0734 Passcode: 208809
AGENDA: 7. Appeal (will not be heard before 7:30 pm Case No. T-6014 (2425 Fulton Unit 4), 8. Action Items: b. Annual General Adjustment 1.9%, c. Move-in and Ellis Act evictions increase by 2.9%
https://rentboard.berkeleyca.gov/elected-rent-board/rent-board-meetings
Tuesday, October 24, 2023
4 X 4 JOINT TASK FORCE COMMITTEE on HOUSING at 3 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, Cypress Roon, 1st Floor
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1603535796?pwd=a2tyeUsyYkMxWkNtT1hEYkxWZWovUT09
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252
Meeting ID: 160 353 5796 Passcode: 084063
AGENDA: 6. Discussion and possible recommendations to City Council regarding amendments to the Demolition Ordinance.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/4x4-joint-task-force-committee-housing
LOAN ADMINISTRATION BOARD at 9 am
In-Person: at 2040 Addison, California Jazz Conservatory
AGENDA: B) State of the Revolving Loan Fund.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/loan-administration-board
SOLANO AVENUE BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT ADVISORY BOARD at 10 am
In-Person: at 1801 Solano, Mechanics Bank
AGENDA: 4. Budget review of invoices and disbursements and Solano revitalization, 5. 2023-2024 Work Plans on equity on the avenue and parking and sidewalks.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/solano-avenue-business-improvement-district-advisory-board
ZERO WASTE COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1326 Allston Way, Corporation Yard, Ratcliff Building, Willow Room
AGENDA: 6. 6:30 pm – staff updates SB-1383, SUD (single use ordinance), Plastic Bag Ordinance, Staffing, Transfers Station Rebuild, Discussion/Action: 1. 6:50 pm Strategic Plan Progress Report, 7:10 pm Green Building Requirements, 3. 7:20 pm Updating language to AR 3.5 on Disposal of Surplus Property, 4. 7:30 pm Buoy Presentation,
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zero-waste-commission
Wednesday, October 25, 2023
FREE FLU VACCINE from 1:30 – 3:30 pm
No appointment, no ID, no health insurance required
1900 Sixth St West Berkeley Family Wellness Center
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/free-flu-vaccine-pop-0
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Russell, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library
AGENDA: 6. Presentations, Discussion & Action Items: a) Project Overview Municipal Artist-in-Residence for City of Berkeley Climate Equity Pilot Program, b) Approval of final design of artwork elements for Ohlone Park, c) Update on integration of public art into the waterfront Specific Plan, e) Cube Space Exhibition, f) Upcoming grants-funded community festivals.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
DISASTER and FIRE SAFETY COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 997 Cedar
AGENDA: 5. Provide a recommendation to City Council on the development of a plan that includes a feasibility study and identification of funding sources for constructing an emergency secondary access road on Panoramic Hill, 6. Provide recommendation to Council regarding separation of mixed-use pedestrian and e-bike pathways, 7. Request to merge action and discussion calendars under the title “items for Discussion and Possible Action,” 9. Clarification of recently approved ordinance on ADUs and JADUs, 10. Discussion on impact of increased density due to new developments along Shattuck/Adeline, 11. Discussion on biolabs and other large facilities, hazardous materials contained therein and potential emergency response impacts and challenges.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/disaster-and-fire-safety-commission
POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD (PAB) at 6 pm
The PAB conducts meetings in the hybrid format. No agenda is posted as of 10/21/2023 at 1:18 pm for the 10/25/2023 meeting. Check website later.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
COMMUNITY FORUM on the BERKELEY MARINA from 7 – 9 pm
In-Person: at 1 Seawall Drive, Berkeley Yacht Club
The City Council special meeting on November 2 is on the Waterfront Specific Plan.
This forum starts with a brief history followed with discussion of the proposed development plan and how the plan impacts or supports clubs, individuals, and businesses at the waterfront.
Thursday, October 26, 2023
BUDGET & FINANCE COMMITTEE at 10 am
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1600644095
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 064 4095
AGENDA: 2. Fiscal Year 2024 Annual Appropriations Ordinance (AAO), 3. Audit recommendations status – Berkeley Police Improvements Needed to Manage Overtime and Security Work for Outside Entities, 6. Audit status report – Fleet replacement & Rocky Road Berkeley Streets at risk and significantly underfunded. (packet 92 pages – no documents on AAO)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-budget-finance
COMMUNITY HEALTH COMMISSION usually meets the 4th Thursday of the month at 6:30 pm
No meeting announcement posted. Check website after Monday.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/community-health-commission
ZONING ADJUSTMENT BOARD at 7 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83408771762
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 or 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 834 0877 1762
AGENDA: 805 Jones – on consent - Use Permit #ZP2022-0162 – to construct 3 2-story duplexes, total 6 units, height of 26 ft and 455 sq ft second story 22 ft to the existing 1,750 sq ft commercial building
1287 Gilman – on consent – Use Permit #ZP2023-0122 to add sale of wine
1515 Derby – on action – Use Permit #ZP2023-0045 to demolish 2-car garage and construct 3-story 30 ft 6 in 1745 sq ft single-family dwelling behind existing single-family dwelling, and ADU on-site subject to ministerial review and not included in this discretionary action.
600 Addison – on action - #DRCP2023-0002 – appeal of approval of lighted exterior signage next to Aquatic Park on R&D Campus two building complex totaling 470,573 sq ft with 943 parking spaces
2403-2407 San Pablo – on action – Use Permit Modification #ZP2023-0103 to modify project originally approved under #ZP2021-0220 to add 5 additional off-street parking spaces where maximum is 19 parking spaces.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zoning-adjustments-board
Friday, October 27, 2023 – No city meetings or events found
Saturday, October 28, 2023
Meet DAN KALB at 2 pm
In-Person: 1301 Walnut, Live Oak Park Amphitheater, next to Berkeley Art Center
Questions from attendees will follow a brief self-introduction. DAN KALB is a Candidate for CA State Senate District 7 (Nancy Skinner is termed out)
This is NOT a fund-raiser or endorsement event. This is also not a debate. This is an opportunity to get past talking points.
Sponsored by East Bay Communities for Action.
City of Berkeley Sponsored Family Halloween Events
Halloween Howl Dog Parade & Costume Contest from 10 am – 12 pm
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/halloween-howl-dog-parade-costume-contest
Floating Pumpkin Patch at west Campus Pool from 10 am – 6 pm
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/floating-pumpkin-patch-west-campus-pool-0
Halloween Skate Jam at 7 pm
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/halloween-skate-jam
Sunday, October 29, 2023 – No city meetings or events found
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AGENDA and RULES COMMITTEE at 2:30 pm
DRAFT Agenda for City Council November 7, 2023 meeting
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1604511264
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 451 1264
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1. Minutes
2.Numainville, City Clerk - Kesarwani Appointment to the Police Accountability Board
3.Sprague, Fire Dept – Contract $840,000 with O2X Human Performance to provide full-time behavioral and nutritional health services for the Berkeley Fire Department11/1/2023 – 10/31/2025 with option to extend 2 additional years
4.Sprague, Fire Dept – Purchase Order $504,110 for 3000 gallon Water Tender from Golden State Fire Apparatus, Inc
5.Warhuus, HHCS – Appoint Dr. Anju Goel, M.D. as Interim Health Officer
6.Warhuus, HHCS – Reallocate $232,362 in unspent child care subsidy funds awarded through the FY 2020 community agency contract process
7.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Resolution of Intention to Amend the Miscellaneous CalPERS Contract Pursuant to California Government Code Section 20516 to Reduce the Additional Cost Share Contribution Made by Unrepresented Employees on behalf of the City
8.Mayer, Library – Appointment Tanir Ami to the Board of Library Trustees
9.Louis, Police – Audit Recommendation status – Data Analysis of Police Response
10.Arreguin – United Against Hate Week November 12 – 18, total cost $3000
11.Arreguin – Berkeley Holiday Fund, mayor’s discretionary fund $500
12.Arreguin – Budget Referral $1,000,000 for Housing Retention Program
13.Taplin, co-sponsors Kesarwani, Hahn – November as Transgender Awareness Month, November 20 as Transgender Awareness Day
14.Harrison – Budget Referral AAO #1 $6,000 for Two Pilot Special Mentoring and Violence Prevention Events for Berkeley Youth organized by Berkeley Jr. Jackets and Young Lives Matter Foundation
15.Hahn, co-sponsors Arreguin, Bartlett, Taplin – resolution supporting local, state and federal efforts to exonerate the Port Chicago 50; 50 Black sailors who were wrongfully convicted of mutiny during WWII in the wake of a massive devasting explosion at the Port Chicago naval base near Concord, CA.
ACTION:
16.Numainville, City Clerk – Initiative Petition – Initiative Ordinance Prohibiting Concentrated Animal Feeding Operations in the City of Berkeley
17.Warhuus, HHCS – Northern California Land Trust – 2231 Tenth Street Housing Trust Fund Reservation
18.Louis, Police – Pursuant to BMC Chapter 2.99 Technology Report for Automatic License Plate Readers, GPS Trackers, Body Warn Cameras, Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV’s), the Street Level Imagery Project, and External Fixed Surveillance
19.Energy Commission – Recommendation on Climate, Building Electrification, and Sustainable Transportation Budget Priorities for FY 2023 – 2024
20.a. Peace and Justice Commission – Referral of Two Health Educator Positions, b. Radu, City Manager – Refer back to Peace and Justice Commission
21.Taplin, co-sponsor Bartlett – Just Transition Framework for West Berkeley Plan Amendments
22.Robinson – Adopt first reading of an Ordinance amending BMC Chapters 6.32, 1432 and 14.68 to: 1. Rescind outdated or unnecessary regulations pertaining to jaywalking, skateboarding, bicycle licenses and bicycle establishment requirements, 2. Allow 24/7 use of public paths by pedestrians and cicyclists for the purpose of transportation; 3. Allow bicyclists on non-electric bicycles to ride on the sidewalk while exercising due care and yielding right-of-way to pedestrians when no Class I, Class II, or Class IV bicycle facility is available; 4. Align the penalty for bicycle violations with other moving violations by amending it from a misdemeanor to an infraction; 5. Update definitions of bicycles and scooters to align with definitions in the California Vehicle Code
23.Robinson, co-sponsors Bartlett, Taplin – Referral: Neighborhood-Scale Commercial – Refer to City Manageer and Planning Commission to consider and develop policies to permit neighborhood-scale retail uses in residential zones to increase economic opportunity, vitality, and walkability in Berkeley neighborhoods. Changes may include zoning alterations or modifications to use permit requirements. Staff and the Planning Commission should consider conditions to avoid detrimental impacts on surrounding residential uses and neighborhoods, including but not limited to limitations on operating hours, signage, loading/unloading activity, limitations on selling alcohol, restricting applicants to businesses with fewer than three locations and establishing different permitting requirements depending on square footage, proposed use, or other factors
INFORMATION REPORTS:
24.Louis, Police – Audit Recommendation Status – Berkeley Police: Improvements Needed to Manage Overtime and Security Work for Outside Entities.
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LAND USE CALENDAR PUBLIC HEARINGS:
Worth Noting:
Another packed week. If you have never heard Kristina Hill present on sea level rise, groundwater rise and the impact of groundwater rise on contaminated sites, Monday night at 7 pm is the go to meeting for you. Berkeley has contaminated sites.
- Monday:
- At 2:30 pm the Agenda and Rules Committee meets in the hybrid format.
- At 4:30 pm City Council meets in closed session.
- At 7 pm Kristina Hill presents by videoconference on Contaminated Sites and Sea Level Rise – Preparing For Change.
- At 7 pm the Rent Board meets in the hybrid format.
- Tuesday:
- At 9 am the Loan Administration meets in person.
- At 10 am the Solano BID meets in person.
- At 3 pm the 4 x 4 Committee meets in the hybrid format.
- At 6 pm the Zero Waste Commission meets in person.
- Wednesday:
- From 1:30 – 3:30 pm is the Free Flu Shot Clinic.
- At 6 pm the Civic Arts Commission meets in person.
- At 6 pm the PAB is scheduled to meet, but no agenda is posted.
- At 7 pm the Disaster and Fire Safety Commission meets in person.
- At 7 pm there is an in person community forum on the Marina
- Thursday:
- At 10 am the Budget and Finance Committee meets in the hybrid format.
- At 7 pm the ZAB meets in the hybrid format.
- The Community Health Commission normally meets the 4th Thursday, but no meeting announcement is posted.
- Saturday:
- Check the list with links or city website for information on city sponsored Halloween family events.
- At 2 pm East Bay Communities for Action is sponsoring a meet and ask questions of Dan Kalb, Candidate for CA State Senate District 7 (Nancy Skinner is termed out). This is NOT an endorsement or fundraiser event.
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
Activist’s Diary for latest addition check Berkeley Daily Planet after Monday https://berkeleydailyplanet.com/
Directions with links to ZOOM support for activating Closed Captioning and Save Transcript are at the bottom of this calendar.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, October 22, 2023 – No city meetings or events found
Monday, October 23, 2023
BNC Presents: CONTAMINATED SITES and SEA LEVEL RISE – PREPARING for CHANGE from 7 – 8:30 pm
Featuring: Kristina Hill
Videoconference: https://tinyurl.com/2vuun382
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171
Webinar ID: 827 7775 1399 Passcode: 160085
Kristina Hill, Associate Professor of Environmental Planning and Urban Design at UC Berkeley.
Talk sponsored by the Berkeley Neighborhoods Council
https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/uncategorized/bnc-presents-sea-level-rise-in-berkeley-and-albany/
Kristina hill with others published “Rising coastal groundwater as a result of sea level rise will influence contaminated coastal sites and underground infrastructure.” https://essopenarchive.org/users/621729/articles/645176-rising-coastal-groundwater-as-a-result-of-sea-level-rise-will-influence-contaminated-coastal-sites-and-underground-infrastructure
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1604511264
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 451 1264
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 11/7/2023 draft agenda for City Council regular meeting – use link or read full draft agenda below at the end of the list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Workssessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review: 8. Discussion and Possible Action on City Council Rules of Decorum and Remote Public Comments 9. City Council Legislative Systems Redesign, Unscheduled Items: 10. Modifications or Improvements to City Council Meeting Procedures, 11. Strengthening and Supporting City Commission: Guidance on Development of Legislative Proposals, 12. Discussion and recommendations on the Continued Use of the Berkeley Considers Online Engagement Portal.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
CITY COUNCIL Closed Session at 4:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1614932351
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 493 2351
AGENDA: 1. Existing Litigation a. Prado v. City of Berkeley No. 3:23-CV-)4537-EMC, b. Schmier v. City of Berkeley No. RG19036596, 2. Conference with Labor Negotiators employee organizations: Berkeley Fire Fighters Association Local 1227 I.A.F.F. / Berkeley Chief Fire Officers Association; Berkeley Police Association; SEIU 1021 Community Services and Part-time Recreation Activity Leaders, SEIU 1021 Maintenance and Clerical, Public Employee Union Local 1, Unrepresented Employees.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
RENT STABILIZATION BOARD Special Meeting at 7 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82871490734?pwd=4jtOMJ4pp8UVahOsRkEp9MS0vUGODA.MbFtwb9sN7nPkOEm
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171
Meeting ID: 828 7149 0734 Passcode: 208809
AGENDA: 7. Appeal (will not be heard before 7:30 pm Case No. T-6014 (2425 Fulton Unit 4), 8. Action Items: b. Annual General Adjustment 1.9%, c. Move-in and Ellis Act evictions increase by 2.9%
https://rentboard.berkeleyca.gov/elected-rent-board/rent-board-meetings
Tuesday, October 24, 2023
4 X 4 JOINT TASK FORCE COMMITTEE on HOUSING at 3 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, Cypress Roon, 1st Floor
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1603535796?pwd=a2tyeUsyYkMxWkNtT1hEYkxWZWovUT09
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252
Meeting ID: 160 353 5796 Passcode: 084063
AGENDA: 6. Discussion and possible recommendations to City Council regarding amendments to the Demolition Ordinance.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/4x4-joint-task-force-committee-housing
LOAN ADMINISTRATION BOARD at 9 am
In-Person: at 2040 Addison, California Jazz Conservatory
AGENDA: B) State of the Revolving Loan Fund.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/loan-administration-board
SOLANO AVENUE BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT ADVISORY BOARD at 10 am
In-Person: at 1801 Solano, Mechanics Bank
AGENDA: 4. Budget review of invoices and disbursements and Solano revitalization, 5. 2023-2024 Work Plans on equity on the avenue and parking and sidewalks.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/solano-avenue-business-improvement-district-advisory-board
ZERO WASTE COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1326 Allston Way, Corporation Yard, Ratcliff Building, Willow Room
AGENDA: 6. 6:30 pm – staff updates SB-1383, SUD (single use ordinance), Plastic Bag Ordinance, Staffing, Transfers Station Rebuild, Discussion/Action: 1. 6:50 pm Strategic Plan Progress Report, 7:10 pm Green Building Requirements, 3. 7:20 pm Updating language to AR 3.5 on Disposal of Surplus Property, 4. 7:30 pm Buoy Presentation,
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zero-waste-commission
Wednesday, October 25, 2023
FREE FLU VACCINE from 1:30 – 3:30 pm
No appointment, no ID, no health insurance required
1900 Sixth St West Berkeley Family Wellness Center
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/free-flu-vaccine-pop-0
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Russell, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library
AGENDA: 6. Presentations, Discussion & Action Items: a) Project Overview Municipal Artist-in-Residence for City of Berkeley Climate Equity Pilot Program, b) Approval of final design of artwork elements for Ohlone Park, c) Update on integration of public art into the waterfront Specific Plan, e) Cube Space Exhibition, f) Upcoming grants-funded community festivals.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
DISASTER and FIRE SAFETY COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 997 Cedar
AGENDA: 5. Provide a recommendation to City Council on the development of a plan that includes a feasibility study and identification of funding sources for constructing an emergency secondary access road on Panoramic Hill, 6. Provide recommendation to Council regarding separation of mixed-use pedestrian and e-bike pathways, 7. Request to merge action and discussion calendars under the title “items for Discussion and Possible Action,” 9. Clarification of recently approved ordinance on ADUs and JADUs, 10. Discussion on impact of increased density due to new developments along Shattuck/Adeline, 11. Discussion on biolabs and other large facilities, hazardous materials contained therein and potential emergency response impacts and challenges.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/disaster-and-fire-safety-commission
POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD (PAB) at 6 pm
The PAB conducts meetings in the hybrid format. No agenda is posted as of 10/21/2023 at 1:18 pm for the 10/25/2023 meeting. Check website later.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
COMMUNITY FORUM on the BERKELEY MARINA from 7 – 9 pm
In-Person: at 1 Seawall Drive, Berkeley Yacht Club
The City Council special meeting on November 2 is on the Waterfront Specific Plan.
This forum starts with a brief history followed with discussion of the proposed development plan and how the plan impacts or supports clubs, individuals, and businesses at the waterfront.
Thursday, October 26, 2023
BUDGET & FINANCE COMMITTEE at 10 am
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1600644095
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 064 4095
AGENDA: 2. Fiscal Year 2024 Annual Appropriations Ordinance (AAO), 3. Audit recommendations status – Berkeley Police Improvements Needed to Manage Overtime and Security Work for Outside Entities, 6. Audit status report – Fleet replacement & Rocky Road Berkeley Streets at risk and significantly underfunded. (packet 92 pages – no documents on AAO)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-budget-finance
COMMUNITY HEALTH COMMISSION usually meets the 4th Thursday of the month at 6:30 pm
No meeting announcement posted. Check website after Monday.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/community-health-commission
ZONING ADJUSTMENT BOARD at 7 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83408771762
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 or 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 834 0877 1762
AGENDA: 805 Jones – on consent - Use Permit #ZP2022-0162 – to construct 3 2-story duplexes, total 6 units, height of 26 ft and 455 sq ft second story 22 ft to the existing 1,750 sq ft commercial building
1287 Gilman – on consent – Use Permit #ZP2023-0122 to add sale of wine
1515 Derby – on action – Use Permit #ZP2023-0045 to demolish 2-car garage and construct 3-story 30 ft 6 in 1745 sq ft single-family dwelling behind existing single-family dwelling, and ADU on-site subject to ministerial review and not included in this discretionary action.
600 Addison – on action - #DRCP2023-0002 – appeal of approval of lighted exterior signage next to Aquatic Park on R&D Campus two building complex totaling 470,573 sq ft with 943 parking spaces
2403-2407 San Pablo – on action – Use Permit Modification #ZP2023-0103 to modify project originally approved under #ZP2021-0220 to add 5 additional off-street parking spaces where maximum is 19 parking spaces.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zoning-adjustments-board
Friday, October 27, 2023 – No city meetings or events found
Saturday, October 28, 2023
Meet DAN KALB at 2 pm
In-Person: 1301 Walnut, Live Oak Park Amphitheater, next to Berkeley Art Center
Questions from attendees will follow a brief self-introduction. DAN KALB is a Candidate for CA State Senate District 7 (Nancy Skinner is termed out)
This is NOT a fund-raiser or endorsement event. This is also not a debate. This is an opportunity to get past talking points.
Sponsored by East Bay Communities for Action.
City of Berkeley Sponsored Family Halloween Events
Halloween Howl Dog Parade & Costume Contest from 10 am – 12 pm
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/halloween-howl-dog-parade-costume-contest
Floating Pumpkin Patch at west Campus Pool from 10 am – 6 pm
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/floating-pumpkin-patch-west-campus-pool-0
Halloween Skate Jam at 7 pm
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/halloween-skate-jam
Sunday, October 29, 2023 – No city meetings or events found
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AGENDA and RULES COMMITTEE at 2:30 pm
DRAFT Agenda for City Council November 7, 2023 meeting
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1604511264
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 451 1264
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1. Minutes
2.Numainville, City Clerk - Kesarwani Appointment to the Police Accountability Board
3.Sprague, Fire Dept – Contract $840,000 with O2X Human Performance to provide full-time behavioral and nutritional health services for the Berkeley Fire Department11/1/2023 – 10/31/2025 with option to extend 2 additional years
4.Sprague, Fire Dept – Purchase Order $504,110 for 3000 gallon Water Tender from Golden State Fire Apparatus, Inc
5.Warhuus, HHCS – Appoint Dr. Anju Goel, M.D. as Interim Health Officer
6.Warhuus, HHCS – Reallocate $232,362 in unspent child care subsidy funds awarded through the FY 2020 community agency contract process
7.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Resolution of Intention to Amend the Miscellaneous CalPERS Contract Pursuant to California Government Code Section 20516 to Reduce the Additional Cost Share Contribution Made by Unrepresented Employees on behalf of the City
8.Mayer, Library – Appointment Tanir Ami to the Board of Library Trustees
9.Louis, Police – Audit Recommendation status – Data Analysis of Police Response
10.Arreguin – United Against Hate Week November 12 – 18, total cost $3000
11.Arreguin – Berkeley Holiday Fund, mayor’s discretionary fund $500
12.Arreguin – Budget Referral $1,000,000 for Housing Retention Program
13.Taplin, co-sponsors Kesarwani, Hahn – November as Transgender Awareness Month, November 20 as Transgender Awareness Day
14.Harrison – Budget Referral AAO #1 $6,000 for Two Pilot Special Mentoring and Violence Prevention Events for Berkeley Youth organized by Berkeley Jr. Jackets and Young Lives Matter Foundation
15.Hahn, co-sponsors Arreguin, Bartlett, Taplin – resolution supporting local, state and federal efforts to exonerate the Port Chicago 50; 50 Black sailors who were wrongfully convicted of mutiny during WWII in the wake of a massive devasting explosion at the Port Chicago naval base near Concord, CA.
ACTION:
16.Numainville, City Clerk – Initiative Petition – Initiative Ordinance Prohibiting Concentrated Animal Feeding Operations in the City of Berkeley
17.Warhuus, HHCS – Northern California Land Trust – 2231 Tenth Street Housing Trust Fund Reservation
18.Louis, Police – Pursuant to BMC Chapter 2.99 Technology Report for Automatic License Plate Readers, GPS Trackers, Body Warn Cameras, Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV’s), the Street Level Imagery Project, and External Fixed Surveillance
19.Energy Commission – Recommendation on Climate, Building Electrification, and Sustainable Transportation Budget Priorities for FY 2023 – 2024
20.a. Peace and Justice Commission – Referral of Two Health Educator Positions, b. Radu, City Manager – Refer back to Peace and Justice Commission
21.Taplin, co-sponsor Bartlett – Just Transition Framework for West Berkeley Plan Amendments
22.Robinson – Adopt first reading of an Ordinance amending BMC Chapters 6.32, 1432 and 14.68 to: 1. Rescind outdated or unnecessary regulations pertaining to jaywalking, skateboarding, bicycle licenses and bicycle establishment requirements, 2. Allow 24/7 use of public paths by pedestrians and cicyclists for the purpose of transportation; 3. Allow bicyclists on non-electric bicycles to ride on the sidewalk while exercising due care and yielding right-of-way to pedestrians when no Class I, Class II, or Class IV bicycle facility is available; 4. Align the penalty for bicycle violations with other moving violations by amending it from a misdemeanor to an infraction; 5. Update definitions of bicycles and scooters to align with definitions in the California Vehicle Code
23.Robinson, co-sponsors Bartlett, Taplin – Referral: Neighborhood-Scale Commercial – Refer to City Manageer and Planning Commission to consider and develop policies to permit neighborhood-scale retail uses in residential zones to increase economic opportunity, vitality, and walkability in Berkeley neighborhoods. Changes may include zoning alterations or modifications to use permit requirements. Staff and the Planning Commission should consider conditions to avoid detrimental impacts on surrounding residential uses and neighborhoods, including but not limited to limitations on operating hours, signage, loading/unloading activity, limitations on selling alcohol, restricting applicants to businesses with fewer than three locations and establishing different permitting requirements depending on square footage, proposed use, or other factors
INFORMATION REPORTS:
24.Louis, Police – Audit Recommendation Status – Berkeley Police: Improvements Needed to Manage Overtime and Security Work for Outside Entities.
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LAND USE CALENDAR PUBLIC HEARINGS:
- 3000 Shattuck Avenue (Construct 10-story mixed-use building) – TBD
- November 2, 2023 - Draft Waterfront Specific Plan
- December 5, 2023 – Re-Imagining Public Safety Update and Ceasefire– (to be the only action item of the evening, Wengraf and Arreguin will be absent on December 5)
- Fire Department Standards of Coverage & Community Risk Assessment
- Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation
- Presentation on Homelessness/Re-Housing/Thousand-Person Plan
- May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report, Wildfire Prevention Plan https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-special-meeting-eagenda-may-16-2023-6-pm
- June 20 (WS) - Climate Action Plan & Resilience Update, Berkeley Economic Dashboards Update reports available https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas/city-council-2023-06-20
November 5 - November 12, 2023
Worth Noting:
Busy week ahead. The meetings and announcements of special interest are bolded.
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
On November 14 at 4 pm there is a special City Council meeting on the Alameda Country Transportation Commission San Pablo Avenue Multimodal Corridor Program Safety Enhancement and Parallel Bike Improvements Projects. Council will vote on the project. The 50-page packet includes diagrams photos and project descriptions. https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-special-meeting-eagenda-november-14-2023
Activist’s Diary for October 29, 2023 https://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com/issue/2023-10-29/article/50458?headline=A-BERKELEY-ACTIVIST-S-DIARY-week-ending-October-29--Kelly-Hammargren
Two more editions of the Activist’s Diary are in the works with a summary on the three forums with State Senate candidates Kathryn Lybarger, Jovanka Beckles and Dan Kalb coming next.
The link to the recording of the Kristina Hill webinar on Contaminated Sites and Sea Level Rise is posted https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/
Directions with links to ZOOM support for activating Closed Captioning and Save Transcript are at the bottom of this calendar along with how to change a YouTube video to a readable transcript.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, November 5, 2023 – Daylight Savings ends – no City meetings or events found
Monday, November 6, 2023
LAND USE, HOUSING & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT at 10 am
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1610594726
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161059 4726
AGENDA: 2. Authors Robinson, Bartlett, Taplin – Neighborhood-Scale Commercial to permit neighborhood-scale retail in residential zones.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-land-use-housing-economic-development
CITY COUNCIL Closed Session at 3 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1610918624
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 091 8624
AGENDA: 1. Conference with legal counsel – anticipated litigation Workers Compensation Claim Number BER2200083, 2. Conference with Labor Negotiators – Employee Organizations: Fire Fighters Association Local 1227 I.A.F.F., Fire Chiefs Association, Berkeley Police Association, SEIU 1021 Community Services and Part-time Recreation Activity Leaders, SEIU 1021 Maintenance and Clerical Public Employee Union Local 1, Unrepresented Employees, 3. Evaluation City Attorney.
https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-closed-meeting-eagenda-november-6-2023
PEACE and JUSTICE COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. Commission updates, 7. Secretary’s Report, 8. Discussion on Commission Merger, 9. Adding a December meeting, 10. Meeting calendar, 11. From 7 – 9 pm is the Round Table Forum Regarding Fukushima Waste.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/peace-and-justice-commission
PERSONNEL BOARD at 7 pm
In-Person: at Live Oak Community Center, Creekside Room
AGENDA: V. Request to Establish Classification and Salary Range – Community Preparedness Educator, VI. Recommendation to Admend Job Class Specification – Audit Manager, VII. Recommendation to Amend Parking Meter Supervisor and Traffic Maintenance Supervisor, VIII. Recommendations to Amend Job Class Specifications – Assistant Human Resources Analyst and Associate Human Resources Analyst.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/personnel-board
HOMELESS SERVICES PANEL of EXPERTS (HSPE) Subcommittee on HOMELESS ENCAMPMENT GUIDELINES at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1939 Addison, East Bay Media Center
AGENDA: Guidelines and Policies presented by Radu at the October 4, Homeless Services Panel of Experts Meeting. NOTE: the November 6 subcommittee meeting is not posted on the Berkeley City website. The Guidelines presented to HSPE can be found in the HSPE Agenda PDF for 10/4/2023 (pages 7 -15) and in Supplemental 1.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/homeless-services-panel-experts
Tuesday, November 7, 2023
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1609523217
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 952 3217
AGENDA: Use the link and choose the html option or see the agenda listed at the end of the calendar.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Wednesday, November 8, 2023
COMMISSION on DISABILITY at 5 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Aspen Room
AGENDA: Presentation: 7. Anthony Tusler on the Sonoma County ADU visitability resolution, Staff Updates: 8. 2023 Log of Access Complaints, 9. Email & voicemail sent to commission, 10. ADA Coordinator Certification & Training Program, 11. CA law on “daylighting,” 12/ ADA Transition Plan submitted to Caltrans, 13. ADA Program Coordinator vacation dates, Discussion/Action Items 14. 16. CM Hahn access changes to public speaker setup at Council meetings, 17. CM Robinson permitting bicycles on sidewalks.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-disability
PARKS, RECREATION and WATERFRONT COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 2800 Park, Frances Albrier Community Center
AGENDA: 8. Director’s Report – Ferris, 9. Communication to Council to Update Resolution No. 66,544-N.S. a policy for the Use of Berths at the Berkeley Marina by Non-Profit Organizations Providing Community service, 10. Proposed New Historic Plaque at Presentation Park, 11. Update on waterfront Specific Plan, 12. PRW Commission Addendum to the Commission Recommendations Report on the WSP, 13. Report on Possible Parks Tax Increase, 14. Update on 600 Addison Project.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/parks-recreation-and-waterfront-commission
POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD (PAB) at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82653396072
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 826 5339 6072
AGENDA: 3. Public comment on agenda and non-agenda items, 5. ODPA Staff Report, Chair and Board Members’ Report, 7. Chief of Police Report, 8. Subcommittee Reports, 9. New Business a. Budget process, b. Policy Complaint No. 2023-PR-0008, c. PAB member policy review procedures, d. BPD Commendations, 10. Public Comment, 11. Closed Sessions.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
ASHBY TRANSIT ORIENTED DEVELOPMENT (HOUSING at ASHBY BART) from 6 – 8 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84565215901?pwd=cUpVUlJWQTFZTVRsVnVjQVVSeENXQT09
Teleconference: Meeting ID:
AGENDA: Traction Power Substation (TPSS) Update
Thursday, November 9, 2023 – Reduced Service Day
PARKER – ADDISON from 6 – 7:30 pm
Videoconference: - link to be posted 24 hours before the meeting
AGENDA: See proposed conceptual designs for improvements (bicycle lanes) along Dwight Way between Bonar and Mabel Streets.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/parker-addison-improvements-public-meeting
Zoning Adjustment Board is not meeting the next meeting is 11/30/2023
Friday, November 10, 2023 – Veterans’ Day Holiday
Saturday, November 11, 2023
BERKELEY NEIGHBORHOODS COUNCIL at 10 am
Videoconference:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/4223188307?pwd=dFlNMVlVZ2d6b0FnSHh3ZlFwV2NMdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171
Meeting ID: 422 318 8307 Passcode: 521161
AGENDA: check later
https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/
Sunday, November 12, 2023 – no City meetings or events found
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AGENDA for November 7, 2023 CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1609523217
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 952 3217
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.Minutes for Approval
2.Numainville, City Clerk - Kesarwani Appointment to the Police Accountability Board
3.Sprague, Fire Dept – Grant-Funded Contract $840,000 with O2X Human Performance to provide full-time behavioral and nutritional health services for the Berkeley Fire Department11/1/2023 – 10/31/2025 with option to extend 2 additional years
4.Sprague, Fire Dept – Purchase Order $504,110 for 3000 gallon Water Tender from Golden State Fire Apparatus, Inc
5.Warhuus, HHCS – Appoint Dr. Anju Goel, M.D. as Interim Health Officer
6.Warhuus, HHCS – Reallocate $232,362 in unspent child care subsidy funds awarded through the FY 2020 community agency contract process
7.Warhuus, HHCS – Northern California Land Trust – 2321 Tenth Street Trust Fund Reservation additional $1,703,585
8.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Resolution of Intention to Amend the Miscellaneous CalPERS Contract Pursuant to California Government Code Section 20516 to Reduce the Additional Cost Share Contribution Made by Unrepresented Employees on behalf of the City
9.Mayer, Library – Appointment Tanir Ami to the Board of Library Trustees
10.Louis, Police – Audit Recommendation status – Data Analysis of Police Response
Council Consent Items
11.Arreguin co-sponsors Hahn, Wengraf – United Against Hate Week November 12 – 18, total cost $3000
12.Arreguin co-sponsors Hahn, Wengraf – Berkeley Holiday Fund, mayor’s discretionary fund $500
13.Arreguin co-sponsors Hahn, Wengraf, Robinson – Budget Referral $1,000,000 for Housing Retention Program
14.Taplin, co-sponsors Kesarwani, Hahn – November as Transgender Awareness Month, November 20 as Transgender Awareness Day
15.Harrison, co-sponsor Taplin – Budget Referral AAO #1 $6,000 for Two Pilot Special Mentoring and Violence Prevention Events for Berkeley Youth organized by Berkeley Jr. Jackets and Young Lives Matter Foundation
16.Harrison – Budget referral $800,000 to the November 2023 AAO #1 for Matching funds to Repair Eight Deficient Tide Tubes to Avoid Catastrophic Structural Failure and escalating Construction Costs. (per Ferris now a $3,600,000 - $4,000,000 project, much of stormwater in West Berkeley drains through Aquatic Park Lagoon. If the tide tubes which are clay and concrete and already have cracks fail there will be flooding in west Berkeley)
17.Hahn, co-sponsors Arreguin, Bartlett, Taplin – resolution supporting local, state and federal efforts to exonerate the Port Chicago 50; 50 Black sailors who were wrongfully convicted of mutiny during WWII in the wake of a massive devasting explosion at the Port Chicago naval base near Concord, CA.
AGENDA on ACTION:
18.Numainville, City Clerk – Initiative Petition – Initiative Ordinance Prohibiting Concentrated Animal Feeding Operations in the City of Berkeley (animal agriculture includes cattle, swine, horses),
19.Louis, Police – Pursuant to BMC Chapter 2.99 Technology Report for Automatic License Plate Readers, GPS Trackers, Body Warn Cameras, Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV’s), the Street Level Imagery Project, and External Fixed Surveillance
20.Energy Commission – Recommendation on Climate, Building Electrification, and Sustainable Transportation Budget Priorities for FY 2023 – 2024
21.a. Peace and Justice Commission – Referral of Two Health Educator Positions, b. Radu, City Manager – Refer back to Peace and Justice Commission
INFORMATION REPORTS:
22.Louis, Police – Audit Recommendation Status – Berkeley Police: Improvements Needed to Manage Overtime and Security Work for Outside Entities.
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AGENDA for November 14, 2023 CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1617610462
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 761 0462
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CEREMONIAL MATTERS:
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.Amend Contract No. 090741-1 add $370,000 total $750,000 thru 12/31/2025 with Foster and Foster Actuaries and Consultants (formerly Bartel Associates, LLC) for Actuarial Consulting Services
2.Hollander, Economic Development – Expansion of the Elmwood BID (Business Improvement District) for calendar year 2025
3.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal bid solicitations $2,453,813 includes $200,000 for Children’s Story Time Renovation, $816,813 for Parker-Addison Mobility and safety Improvements Project, $400,000 for Berkeley Emergency Communication Center Dispatch Modernization, $325,000 for Food for Summer Lunch Program, $80,000 for Hardscape Repair and Preplacement (Marina), $632,000 for Land Use Planning Consultant
4.Warhuus, HHCS – Amend Contract No. 31900284 add $290,000 total $6,549,173 with Dorothy Day House to fund inclement Weather Shelter Program
5.Garland, Public Works - Contract $125,000 with Mercury Associates, Inc for Fleet Replacement/Maintenance Study and Consulting Services 12/1/2023 – 12/30/2026
6.Garland, Public Works – Purchase Order $335,000 wutg Western Truck Parts and Equipment for One Roll Off Truck
7.Garland, Public Works – Amend multi-year Purchase Order add $400,000 total $11,894,000 with Diesel Direct West, Inc for Fuel for City Vehicles and Equipment for City vehicles and emergency equipment (including generators) increasing the combined amount thru 2/28/2024
Council Consent Items:
8.Taplin, co-sponsors Hahn, Harrison – Budget referral $7,000Berkeley Junior Jackets Facilities Expenses
9.Wengraf, co-sponsor Arreguin – Resolution authorizing City of Berkeley to enter into MOU with Alameda and Contra Costa Counties to form a Wildfire Prevention Coordinating Group (WPCG) to improve regionwide collaboration to reduce wildfire risk
AGENDA on ACTION:
10.Hollander, Economic Development – Renewal Elmwood BID for calendar year 2024
11.Hollander, Economic Development – Renewal Solano BID for calendar year 2024
12.Fair Campaign Practices Commission – Amend BMC Chapter 2.12 Berkeley Election Reform Act (BERA) to ensure cost of living adjustments and committee reporting thresholds
13.Klein, Planning and Development – Amendments to BMC Title 23, the Zoning Map, General Plan Land Use Diagram, and the General Plan relating to the Southside Zoning Implmentation Program of the 2023-2031 Housing element Update to increase residential development in the Southside Plan area
INFORMATION REPORTS:
14.Warhuus, HHCS - Measure O Bond Impacts on Affordable Housing Development in Berkeley
15.Klein - LPO NOD: 60 Panoramic Way #LMIN2023-001
16.Klein - LPO NOD: 803 Delaware, LMSAP2023-0002
17.Klein - LPO NOD: 1960 San Antonio/645 Arlington LMSAP2022-0005
18.Klein - LPO NOD: 2113-2115 Kittredge LMSAP2022-0011
19.Planning Commission Fiscal Year 2023-24 Work Plan
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NOD – NOTICES of DECISION with deadline to appeal the NOD
· 2411 Sixth Street, ZAB 10/30/2023
· 2712 Telegraph, ZAB 10/31/2023
· 2924 Russell Street 10/31/2023
LAND USE CALENDAR PUBLIC HEARINGS:
October 15 - October 22, 2023
Worth Noting:
There is a special City Council meeting on November 2, 2023 at 6 pm on the Draft Waterfront Specific Plan. (note that the Parks, Recreation and Waterfront Commission Recommendations are separate from the City staff and consultants’ reports)
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
Go to meetings and events are bolded: The Bird Festival looks terrific. Wednesday is a public hearing on BART. The Zero Waste Strategic Plan is offered twice. Two SB 330 state density projects at DRC on Thursday.
Activist’s Diary for week ending Oct 8, 2023 Parts 1 & 2 https://berkeleydailyplanet.com/issue/2023-10-04
Directions with links to ZOOM support for activating Closed Captioning and Save Transcript are at the bottom of this calendar.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, October 15, 2023
BERKELEY BIRD FESTIVAL from 8 am – 5 pm
Check the website there is something for everyone: field trips, bird watching, sidewalk chalk drawing, tours of the UC Museum of Vertebrate Zoology, poetry, stories, children’s art and presentations at the Brower Center on birding, bird safe home plants for birds
https://berkeleybirdfestival.org/
Monday, October 16, 2023
PEACE and JUSTICE COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 8. Discussion and Planning Forum Regarding Fukushima Waste, 9. Discussion with Corina Gould regarding land acknowledgement.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/peace-and-justice-commission
HOMELESS SERVICES PANEL of EXPERTS Subcommittee on HOMELESS ENCAMPMENT GUIDELINES at 7 pm
In-Person: 1939 Addison, East Bay Media Center
AGENDA: Guidelines and Policies presented by Radu at the October 4, Homeless Services Panel of Experts Meeting. NOTE: the October 16 subcommittee meeting is not posted on the Berkeley City website
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/homeless-services-panel-experts
SPEAKING UP for POINT MOLATE at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://sierraclub.zoom.us/j/99891619534
Meeting ID: 998 9161 9534
Agenda: Speaker Laura Gill on the Marine Mammal Center, “Behind the Bark”
Tuesday, October 17, 2023 - no City meetings or events found
Wednesday, October 18, 2023
COMMISSION on AGING at 1:30 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: Presentations: 1. Sidewalk Repair, 2. Use and multifunctionality of senior centers as a City resource, Commissioner Reports: 1. Age-friendly parks, 2. City merchants accepting cash only (this was supposed to be cards only), Action Items: Commission on Disabilities lawsuit with City of Berkeley over commissioner virtual attendance.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-aging
COMMISSION on LABOR at 7 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, Multi-purpose Room
AGENDA: Information Updates: 2. Labor education, 3. Fair Workweek Ordinance Outreach, 4. Subcommittee appointments, 5. Date and time for November 2023 meeting.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-labor
COMMISSION on the STATUS of WOMEN at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: (all agenda items are listed as discussion/possible action except chair report) 6. Panel/Presenters on Sex Trafficking, 7. Chair Report, 8. Topics from Small business subcommittees, 9. Proper lighting in Neighborhoods, 10. Calendar of Public Information, 11. Non-profit Village Connect, 13. Workplan.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-status-women
ENVIRONMENT and CLIMATE COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 7. Presentation, Discussion and Action: BESO Proposed Time and Sale Upgrade, 9. Workplan Subcommittee Updates on Vehicle Miles Traveled, Native Plants and Pest Reduction, Electrification.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/environment-and-climate-commission
PLANNING COMMISSION at 5:30 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 10. Public Hearing North Berkeley BART Objective Design Standards (packet 198 pages)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/planning-commission
ZERO WASTE STRATEGIC PLAN MEETING from 6 – 7:30 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: presentation of plan, presentation of plan will also be offered virtually on Thursday
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/zero-waste-strategic-plan-meeting-person
Thursday, October 19, 2023
HEALTH, LIFE, ENRICHMENT, EQUITY & COMMUNITY at 10:30 am
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1608367679
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 836 7679
AGENDA: Kate Harrison – Adopt an Ordinance Adding Chapter 12.75 to BMC to Establish Protections Relating to Animals Held, Owned, Used, Exhibited or Otherwise Kept for Racing or Other Sport, Entertainment or Profit.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-health-life-enrichment-equity-community
DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Gooseberry Room
AGENDA: 2420 Shattuck [between Channing and Haste] DRCP2023-0018 – to demolish two existing commercial buildings, merge two lots, and construct a 17-story mixed-use building with 132 dwelling units and a 2314 sq ft commercial space a SB 330 state density bonus project,
2127 Dwight [between Shattuck and Fulton] DRCP2023-0004 – to demolish two of the existing four residential buildings (demolish 8 units and retain 8 units) and replace with new 6-story residential building with 58 dwelling units with 70 bedrooms without windows (combined total of retained buildings and new project 66 dwelling units and 304 bedrooms on lot), a SB 330 state density project.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/design-review-committee
FAIR CAMPAIGN PRACTICES COMMISSION (FCPC) / OPEN GOVERNMENT COMMISSION (OGC) at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Aspen Room
AGENDA: 6. City Clerk enforcement referral regarding Mike Chang for BUSD School Board 2022, 7. Berkeley Election Reform Act (BERA) clean-up amendments, 8. Report from staff on public financing matching funds disbursements to Mark Humbert for council 2022, 9. Report from subcommittee on contribution limits.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/fair-campaign-practices-commission
TRANSPORTATION and INFRASTRUCTURE COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Dining Room
AGENDA: B. 1. 2023 Work Plan Progress Check
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/transportation-and-infrastructure-commission
ZERO WASTE STRATEGIC PLAN MEETING from 6 – 7:30 pm
Virtual: use link to register for zoom link
AGENDA: presentation of plan, same program as Wednesday, October 18
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/zero-waste-strategic-plan-meeting-virtual
Friday, October 20, 2023 – no City meetings or events found
Saturday, October 21, 2023
SHORELINE CLEAN-UP from 9 – 11 am
Meet at 160 University Nature Center
Use link for more information and registration
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/3rd-saturday-shoreline-cleanup-3
Sunday, October 22, 2023 - no City meetings or events found
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LAND USE CALENDAR PUBLIC HEARINGS:
Worth Noting:
Busy week ahead. The meetings and announcements of special interest are bolded.
- Sunday: Daylight Savings Time ends (fall back)
- Monday:
- At 10 am the Land Use & Economic Development Committee meets in the hybrid format on retail/commercial in residential zones.
- At 3 pm Council meets in closed session.
- At 6 pm the Peace and Justice Commission meeting precedes the 7 pm Round Table Forum on the release of nuclear waste from Fukushima.
- At 7 pm the HSPE subcommittee on homeless encampment guidelines meets in person.
- At 7 pm the Personnel Board meets in person.
- Tuesday: At 6 pm City Council meets in the hybrid format with concentrated animal feeding, ALPRs and surveillance and building electrification on the action agenda.
- Wednesday:
- At 5 pm the Commission on Disability meets in person.
- At 6 pm the PAB meets in the hybrid format.
- At 6 pm the update on the Ashby BART Transit Power Substation meets on ZOOM.
- At 7 pm the Parks, Recreation and Waterfront Commission meets in person.
- Thursday: From 6 – 7:30 pm is the presentation and discussion of Parker-Addison Improvements (bicycle lanes on Dwight) meets on ZOOM
- Friday: Veterans Day Holiday
- Saturday: At 10 am the Berkeley Neighborhoods Council meets on ZOOM.
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
On November 14 at 4 pm there is a special City Council meeting on the Alameda Country Transportation Commission San Pablo Avenue Multimodal Corridor Program Safety Enhancement and Parallel Bike Improvements Projects. Council will vote on the project. The 50-page packet includes diagrams photos and project descriptions. https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-special-meeting-eagenda-november-14-2023
Activist’s Diary for October 29, 2023 https://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com/issue/2023-10-29/article/50458?headline=A-BERKELEY-ACTIVIST-S-DIARY-week-ending-October-29--Kelly-Hammargren
Two more editions of the Activist’s Diary are in the works with a summary on the three forums with State Senate candidates Kathryn Lybarger, Jovanka Beckles and Dan Kalb coming next.
The link to the recording of the Kristina Hill webinar on Contaminated Sites and Sea Level Rise is posted https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/
Directions with links to ZOOM support for activating Closed Captioning and Save Transcript are at the bottom of this calendar along with how to change a YouTube video to a readable transcript.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, November 5, 2023 – Daylight Savings ends – no City meetings or events found
Monday, November 6, 2023
LAND USE, HOUSING & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT at 10 am
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1610594726
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161059 4726
AGENDA: 2. Authors Robinson, Bartlett, Taplin – Neighborhood-Scale Commercial to permit neighborhood-scale retail in residential zones.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-land-use-housing-economic-development
CITY COUNCIL Closed Session at 3 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1610918624
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 091 8624
AGENDA: 1. Conference with legal counsel – anticipated litigation Workers Compensation Claim Number BER2200083, 2. Conference with Labor Negotiators – Employee Organizations: Fire Fighters Association Local 1227 I.A.F.F., Fire Chiefs Association, Berkeley Police Association, SEIU 1021 Community Services and Part-time Recreation Activity Leaders, SEIU 1021 Maintenance and Clerical Public Employee Union Local 1, Unrepresented Employees, 3. Evaluation City Attorney.
https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-closed-meeting-eagenda-november-6-2023
PEACE and JUSTICE COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. Commission updates, 7. Secretary’s Report, 8. Discussion on Commission Merger, 9. Adding a December meeting, 10. Meeting calendar, 11. From 7 – 9 pm is the Round Table Forum Regarding Fukushima Waste.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/peace-and-justice-commission
PERSONNEL BOARD at 7 pm
In-Person: at Live Oak Community Center, Creekside Room
AGENDA: V. Request to Establish Classification and Salary Range – Community Preparedness Educator, VI. Recommendation to Admend Job Class Specification – Audit Manager, VII. Recommendation to Amend Parking Meter Supervisor and Traffic Maintenance Supervisor, VIII. Recommendations to Amend Job Class Specifications – Assistant Human Resources Analyst and Associate Human Resources Analyst.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/personnel-board
HOMELESS SERVICES PANEL of EXPERTS (HSPE) Subcommittee on HOMELESS ENCAMPMENT GUIDELINES at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1939 Addison, East Bay Media Center
AGENDA: Guidelines and Policies presented by Radu at the October 4, Homeless Services Panel of Experts Meeting. NOTE: the November 6 subcommittee meeting is not posted on the Berkeley City website. The Guidelines presented to HSPE can be found in the HSPE Agenda PDF for 10/4/2023 (pages 7 -15) and in Supplemental 1.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/homeless-services-panel-experts
Tuesday, November 7, 2023
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1609523217
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 952 3217
AGENDA: Use the link and choose the html option or see the agenda listed at the end of the calendar.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Wednesday, November 8, 2023
COMMISSION on DISABILITY at 5 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Aspen Room
AGENDA: Presentation: 7. Anthony Tusler on the Sonoma County ADU visitability resolution, Staff Updates: 8. 2023 Log of Access Complaints, 9. Email & voicemail sent to commission, 10. ADA Coordinator Certification & Training Program, 11. CA law on “daylighting,” 12/ ADA Transition Plan submitted to Caltrans, 13. ADA Program Coordinator vacation dates, Discussion/Action Items 14. 16. CM Hahn access changes to public speaker setup at Council meetings, 17. CM Robinson permitting bicycles on sidewalks.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-disability
PARKS, RECREATION and WATERFRONT COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 2800 Park, Frances Albrier Community Center
AGENDA: 8. Director’s Report – Ferris, 9. Communication to Council to Update Resolution No. 66,544-N.S. a policy for the Use of Berths at the Berkeley Marina by Non-Profit Organizations Providing Community service, 10. Proposed New Historic Plaque at Presentation Park, 11. Update on waterfront Specific Plan, 12. PRW Commission Addendum to the Commission Recommendations Report on the WSP, 13. Report on Possible Parks Tax Increase, 14. Update on 600 Addison Project.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/parks-recreation-and-waterfront-commission
POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD (PAB) at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82653396072
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 826 5339 6072
AGENDA: 3. Public comment on agenda and non-agenda items, 5. ODPA Staff Report, Chair and Board Members’ Report, 7. Chief of Police Report, 8. Subcommittee Reports, 9. New Business a. Budget process, b. Policy Complaint No. 2023-PR-0008, c. PAB member policy review procedures, d. BPD Commendations, 10. Public Comment, 11. Closed Sessions.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
ASHBY TRANSIT ORIENTED DEVELOPMENT (HOUSING at ASHBY BART) from 6 – 8 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84565215901?pwd=cUpVUlJWQTFZTVRsVnVjQVVSeENXQT09
Teleconference: Meeting ID:
AGENDA: Traction Power Substation (TPSS) Update
Thursday, November 9, 2023 – Reduced Service Day
PARKER – ADDISON from 6 – 7:30 pm
Videoconference: - link to be posted 24 hours before the meeting
AGENDA: See proposed conceptual designs for improvements (bicycle lanes) along Dwight Way between Bonar and Mabel Streets.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/parker-addison-improvements-public-meeting
Zoning Adjustment Board is not meeting the next meeting is 11/30/2023
Friday, November 10, 2023 – Veterans’ Day Holiday
Saturday, November 11, 2023
BERKELEY NEIGHBORHOODS COUNCIL at 10 am
Videoconference:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/4223188307?pwd=dFlNMVlVZ2d6b0FnSHh3ZlFwV2NMdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171
Meeting ID: 422 318 8307 Passcode: 521161
AGENDA: check later
https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/
Sunday, November 12, 2023 – no City meetings or events found
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AGENDA for November 7, 2023 CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1609523217
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 952 3217
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.Minutes for Approval
2.Numainville, City Clerk - Kesarwani Appointment to the Police Accountability Board
3.Sprague, Fire Dept – Grant-Funded Contract $840,000 with O2X Human Performance to provide full-time behavioral and nutritional health services for the Berkeley Fire Department11/1/2023 – 10/31/2025 with option to extend 2 additional years
4.Sprague, Fire Dept – Purchase Order $504,110 for 3000 gallon Water Tender from Golden State Fire Apparatus, Inc
5.Warhuus, HHCS – Appoint Dr. Anju Goel, M.D. as Interim Health Officer
6.Warhuus, HHCS – Reallocate $232,362 in unspent child care subsidy funds awarded through the FY 2020 community agency contract process
7.Warhuus, HHCS – Northern California Land Trust – 2321 Tenth Street Trust Fund Reservation additional $1,703,585
8.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Resolution of Intention to Amend the Miscellaneous CalPERS Contract Pursuant to California Government Code Section 20516 to Reduce the Additional Cost Share Contribution Made by Unrepresented Employees on behalf of the City
9.Mayer, Library – Appointment Tanir Ami to the Board of Library Trustees
10.Louis, Police – Audit Recommendation status – Data Analysis of Police Response
Council Consent Items
11.Arreguin co-sponsors Hahn, Wengraf – United Against Hate Week November 12 – 18, total cost $3000
12.Arreguin co-sponsors Hahn, Wengraf – Berkeley Holiday Fund, mayor’s discretionary fund $500
13.Arreguin co-sponsors Hahn, Wengraf, Robinson – Budget Referral $1,000,000 for Housing Retention Program
14.Taplin, co-sponsors Kesarwani, Hahn – November as Transgender Awareness Month, November 20 as Transgender Awareness Day
15.Harrison, co-sponsor Taplin – Budget Referral AAO #1 $6,000 for Two Pilot Special Mentoring and Violence Prevention Events for Berkeley Youth organized by Berkeley Jr. Jackets and Young Lives Matter Foundation
16.Harrison – Budget referral $800,000 to the November 2023 AAO #1 for Matching funds to Repair Eight Deficient Tide Tubes to Avoid Catastrophic Structural Failure and escalating Construction Costs. (per Ferris now a $3,600,000 - $4,000,000 project, much of stormwater in West Berkeley drains through Aquatic Park Lagoon. If the tide tubes which are clay and concrete and already have cracks fail there will be flooding in west Berkeley)
17.Hahn, co-sponsors Arreguin, Bartlett, Taplin – resolution supporting local, state and federal efforts to exonerate the Port Chicago 50; 50 Black sailors who were wrongfully convicted of mutiny during WWII in the wake of a massive devasting explosion at the Port Chicago naval base near Concord, CA.
AGENDA on ACTION:
18.Numainville, City Clerk – Initiative Petition – Initiative Ordinance Prohibiting Concentrated Animal Feeding Operations in the City of Berkeley (animal agriculture includes cattle, swine, horses),
19.Louis, Police – Pursuant to BMC Chapter 2.99 Technology Report for Automatic License Plate Readers, GPS Trackers, Body Warn Cameras, Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV’s), the Street Level Imagery Project, and External Fixed Surveillance
20.Energy Commission – Recommendation on Climate, Building Electrification, and Sustainable Transportation Budget Priorities for FY 2023 – 2024
21.a. Peace and Justice Commission – Referral of Two Health Educator Positions, b. Radu, City Manager – Refer back to Peace and Justice Commission
INFORMATION REPORTS:
22.Louis, Police – Audit Recommendation Status – Berkeley Police: Improvements Needed to Manage Overtime and Security Work for Outside Entities.
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AGENDA for November 14, 2023 CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1617610462
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 761 0462
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CEREMONIAL MATTERS:
- Presentation: AC Transit Realign Process
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.Amend Contract No. 090741-1 add $370,000 total $750,000 thru 12/31/2025 with Foster and Foster Actuaries and Consultants (formerly Bartel Associates, LLC) for Actuarial Consulting Services
2.Hollander, Economic Development – Expansion of the Elmwood BID (Business Improvement District) for calendar year 2025
3.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal bid solicitations $2,453,813 includes $200,000 for Children’s Story Time Renovation, $816,813 for Parker-Addison Mobility and safety Improvements Project, $400,000 for Berkeley Emergency Communication Center Dispatch Modernization, $325,000 for Food for Summer Lunch Program, $80,000 for Hardscape Repair and Preplacement (Marina), $632,000 for Land Use Planning Consultant
4.Warhuus, HHCS – Amend Contract No. 31900284 add $290,000 total $6,549,173 with Dorothy Day House to fund inclement Weather Shelter Program
5.Garland, Public Works - Contract $125,000 with Mercury Associates, Inc for Fleet Replacement/Maintenance Study and Consulting Services 12/1/2023 – 12/30/2026
6.Garland, Public Works – Purchase Order $335,000 wutg Western Truck Parts and Equipment for One Roll Off Truck
7.Garland, Public Works – Amend multi-year Purchase Order add $400,000 total $11,894,000 with Diesel Direct West, Inc for Fuel for City Vehicles and Equipment for City vehicles and emergency equipment (including generators) increasing the combined amount thru 2/28/2024
Council Consent Items:
8.Taplin, co-sponsors Hahn, Harrison – Budget referral $7,000Berkeley Junior Jackets Facilities Expenses
9.Wengraf, co-sponsor Arreguin – Resolution authorizing City of Berkeley to enter into MOU with Alameda and Contra Costa Counties to form a Wildfire Prevention Coordinating Group (WPCG) to improve regionwide collaboration to reduce wildfire risk
AGENDA on ACTION:
10.Hollander, Economic Development – Renewal Elmwood BID for calendar year 2024
11.Hollander, Economic Development – Renewal Solano BID for calendar year 2024
12.Fair Campaign Practices Commission – Amend BMC Chapter 2.12 Berkeley Election Reform Act (BERA) to ensure cost of living adjustments and committee reporting thresholds
13.Klein, Planning and Development – Amendments to BMC Title 23, the Zoning Map, General Plan Land Use Diagram, and the General Plan relating to the Southside Zoning Implmentation Program of the 2023-2031 Housing element Update to increase residential development in the Southside Plan area
INFORMATION REPORTS:
14.Warhuus, HHCS - Measure O Bond Impacts on Affordable Housing Development in Berkeley
15.Klein - LPO NOD: 60 Panoramic Way #LMIN2023-001
16.Klein - LPO NOD: 803 Delaware, LMSAP2023-0002
17.Klein - LPO NOD: 1960 San Antonio/645 Arlington LMSAP2022-0005
18.Klein - LPO NOD: 2113-2115 Kittredge LMSAP2022-0011
19.Planning Commission Fiscal Year 2023-24 Work Plan
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NOD – NOTICES of DECISION with deadline to appeal the NOD
· 2411 Sixth Street, ZAB 10/30/2023
· 2712 Telegraph, ZAB 10/31/2023
· 2924 Russell Street 10/31/2023
LAND USE CALENDAR PUBLIC HEARINGS:
- 3000 Shattuck Avenue (Construct 10-story mixed-use building) – TBD
- November 2, 2023 - Draft Waterfront Specific Plan (postponed)
- December 5, 2023 – Re-Imagining Public Safety Update and Ceasefire– (to be the only action item of the evening, Wengraf and Arreguin will be absent on December 5)
- Fire Department Standards of Coverage & Community Risk Assessment (December 5 at regular council meeting)
- Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation
- Presentation on Homelessness/Re-Housing/Thousand-Person Plan
- Draft Waterfront Specific Plan (proposed for January 23, 2024)
- May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report, Wildfire Prevention Plan https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-special-meeting-eagenda-may-16-2023-6-pm
- June 20 (WS) - Climate Action Plan & Resilience Update, Berkeley Economic Dashboards Update reports available https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas/city-council-2023-06-20
October 15 - October 22, 2023
Worth Noting:
There is a special City Council meeting on November 2, 2023 at 6 pm on the Draft Waterfront Specific Plan. (note that the Parks, Recreation and Waterfront Commission Recommendations are separate from the City staff and consultants’ reports)
- The 13-page Report & Recommendations from the Parks, Recreation and Waterfront Commission can be read starting on page 9 at: https://tinyurl.com/y7s4y3xu
- All of the documents from the consultants, meetings, presentations and city staff are at: https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/our-work/capital-projects/waterfront-specific-plan
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
Go to meetings and events are bolded: The Bird Festival looks terrific. Wednesday is a public hearing on BART. The Zero Waste Strategic Plan is offered twice. Two SB 330 state density projects at DRC on Thursday.
- Sunday: From 8 am to 5 pm there are Bird Festival activities all over Berkeley from birding field trips, to sidewalk chalk drawing to poetry, art and presentations at the Brower Center on plants for birds and making your home safe for birds.
- Monday:
- At 6 pm the online Point Molate speaker is on the Marine Mammal Center.
- At 7 pm the Peace and Justice Commission meets in person.
- At 7 pm the Homeless Panel of Experts Subcommittee on guidelines and policies for homeless encampment meets in person. This meeting is not posted.
- Wednesday:
- At 1:30 pm the Commission on Aging meets in person.
- At 5:30 pm the Planning Commission meets in person and holds a public hearing on Objective standards for the North Berkeley BART Station Housing.
- At 6 pm is the Zero Waste Strategic Plan Presentation.
- At 6 pm the Environment and Climate Commission meets in person.
- At 7 pm the Commission on Labor meets in person.
- At 7 pm the Commission on the status of Women meets in person.
- Thursday:
- At 10:30 am the Health, Life Enrichment, Equity & Community meets on an ordinance on horse racing.
- At 6 pm the Zero Waste Strategic Plan will be repeated in the online.
- At 6:30 pm the Fair Campaign Practices Commission/Open Government Commission meets in person.
- At 6:30 pm the Design Review Committee meets in person on two projects 17-story at 2420 Shattuck and 6-story 2127 Dwight.
- Saturday: From 9 am – 11 am Shoreline Cleanup
Activist’s Diary for week ending Oct 8, 2023 Parts 1 & 2 https://berkeleydailyplanet.com/issue/2023-10-04
Directions with links to ZOOM support for activating Closed Captioning and Save Transcript are at the bottom of this calendar.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, October 15, 2023
BERKELEY BIRD FESTIVAL from 8 am – 5 pm
Check the website there is something for everyone: field trips, bird watching, sidewalk chalk drawing, tours of the UC Museum of Vertebrate Zoology, poetry, stories, children’s art and presentations at the Brower Center on birding, bird safe home plants for birds
https://berkeleybirdfestival.org/
Monday, October 16, 2023
PEACE and JUSTICE COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 8. Discussion and Planning Forum Regarding Fukushima Waste, 9. Discussion with Corina Gould regarding land acknowledgement.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/peace-and-justice-commission
HOMELESS SERVICES PANEL of EXPERTS Subcommittee on HOMELESS ENCAMPMENT GUIDELINES at 7 pm
In-Person: 1939 Addison, East Bay Media Center
AGENDA: Guidelines and Policies presented by Radu at the October 4, Homeless Services Panel of Experts Meeting. NOTE: the October 16 subcommittee meeting is not posted on the Berkeley City website
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/homeless-services-panel-experts
SPEAKING UP for POINT MOLATE at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://sierraclub.zoom.us/j/99891619534
Meeting ID: 998 9161 9534
Agenda: Speaker Laura Gill on the Marine Mammal Center, “Behind the Bark”
Tuesday, October 17, 2023 - no City meetings or events found
Wednesday, October 18, 2023
COMMISSION on AGING at 1:30 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: Presentations: 1. Sidewalk Repair, 2. Use and multifunctionality of senior centers as a City resource, Commissioner Reports: 1. Age-friendly parks, 2. City merchants accepting cash only (this was supposed to be cards only), Action Items: Commission on Disabilities lawsuit with City of Berkeley over commissioner virtual attendance.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-aging
COMMISSION on LABOR at 7 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, Multi-purpose Room
AGENDA: Information Updates: 2. Labor education, 3. Fair Workweek Ordinance Outreach, 4. Subcommittee appointments, 5. Date and time for November 2023 meeting.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-labor
COMMISSION on the STATUS of WOMEN at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: (all agenda items are listed as discussion/possible action except chair report) 6. Panel/Presenters on Sex Trafficking, 7. Chair Report, 8. Topics from Small business subcommittees, 9. Proper lighting in Neighborhoods, 10. Calendar of Public Information, 11. Non-profit Village Connect, 13. Workplan.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-status-women
ENVIRONMENT and CLIMATE COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 7. Presentation, Discussion and Action: BESO Proposed Time and Sale Upgrade, 9. Workplan Subcommittee Updates on Vehicle Miles Traveled, Native Plants and Pest Reduction, Electrification.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/environment-and-climate-commission
PLANNING COMMISSION at 5:30 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 10. Public Hearing North Berkeley BART Objective Design Standards (packet 198 pages)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/planning-commission
ZERO WASTE STRATEGIC PLAN MEETING from 6 – 7:30 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: presentation of plan, presentation of plan will also be offered virtually on Thursday
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/zero-waste-strategic-plan-meeting-person
Thursday, October 19, 2023
HEALTH, LIFE, ENRICHMENT, EQUITY & COMMUNITY at 10:30 am
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1608367679
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 836 7679
AGENDA: Kate Harrison – Adopt an Ordinance Adding Chapter 12.75 to BMC to Establish Protections Relating to Animals Held, Owned, Used, Exhibited or Otherwise Kept for Racing or Other Sport, Entertainment or Profit.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-health-life-enrichment-equity-community
DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Gooseberry Room
AGENDA: 2420 Shattuck [between Channing and Haste] DRCP2023-0018 – to demolish two existing commercial buildings, merge two lots, and construct a 17-story mixed-use building with 132 dwelling units and a 2314 sq ft commercial space a SB 330 state density bonus project,
2127 Dwight [between Shattuck and Fulton] DRCP2023-0004 – to demolish two of the existing four residential buildings (demolish 8 units and retain 8 units) and replace with new 6-story residential building with 58 dwelling units with 70 bedrooms without windows (combined total of retained buildings and new project 66 dwelling units and 304 bedrooms on lot), a SB 330 state density project.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/design-review-committee
FAIR CAMPAIGN PRACTICES COMMISSION (FCPC) / OPEN GOVERNMENT COMMISSION (OGC) at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Aspen Room
AGENDA: 6. City Clerk enforcement referral regarding Mike Chang for BUSD School Board 2022, 7. Berkeley Election Reform Act (BERA) clean-up amendments, 8. Report from staff on public financing matching funds disbursements to Mark Humbert for council 2022, 9. Report from subcommittee on contribution limits.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/fair-campaign-practices-commission
TRANSPORTATION and INFRASTRUCTURE COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Dining Room
AGENDA: B. 1. 2023 Work Plan Progress Check
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/transportation-and-infrastructure-commission
ZERO WASTE STRATEGIC PLAN MEETING from 6 – 7:30 pm
Virtual: use link to register for zoom link
AGENDA: presentation of plan, same program as Wednesday, October 18
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/zero-waste-strategic-plan-meeting-virtual
Friday, October 20, 2023 – no City meetings or events found
Saturday, October 21, 2023
SHORELINE CLEAN-UP from 9 – 11 am
Meet at 160 University Nature Center
Use link for more information and registration
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/3rd-saturday-shoreline-cleanup-3
Sunday, October 22, 2023 - no City meetings or events found
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LAND USE CALENDAR PUBLIC HEARINGS:
- 3000 Shattuck Avenue (Construct 10-story mixed-use building) – TBD
- November 2, 2023 - Draft Waterfront Specific Plan
- Proposed December 5, 2023 – Re-Imagining Public Safety Update and Ceasefire– (to be the only action item of the evening, Wengraf and Arreguin will be absent on December 5)
- Fire Department Standards of Coverage & Community Risk Assessment
- Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation
- Presentation on Homelessness/Re-Housing/Thousand-Person Plan
- May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report, Wildfire Prevention Plan https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-special-meeting-eagenda-may-16-2023-6-pm
- June 20 (WS) - Climate Action Plan & Resilience Update, Berkeley Economic Dashboards Update reports available https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas/city-council-2023-06-20
October 8 - October 15, 2023
Worth Noting:
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
Go to meetings and events: The Bird Festival on Sunday is the highlight of the week. The 4 pm City Council meeting on legislation is a “should do.” If you miss the Budget and Finance AAO there will be more meetings before the council vote.
The Berkeley Daily Planet is back in full swing https://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com/
Activist’s Diary for September 29, 2023 on Ready Festival, Planning and Fire Department Master Plan
https://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com/issue/2023-09-02/article/50416?headline=A-BERKELEY-ACTIVIST-S-DIARY-WEEK-ENDING-SEPTEMBER-29--Kelly-Hammargren
Directions with links to ZOOM support for activating Closed Captioning and Save Transcript are at the bottom of this calendar.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, October 8, 2023 - No City meetings found
Monday, October 9, 2023 – Indigenous People’s Day Holiday
Tuesday, October 10, 2023
YOUTH COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
The Youth Commission is listed as October 10 which is Monday with the day listed as Tuesday – expect this meeting to be Tuesday not on Monday the holiday.
In-Person: at 1730 Oregon, Youth Services Center / YAP
AGENDA: 9. Discussion Berkeley High School Restroom
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/youth-commission
CITY COUNCIL Closed Session at 3 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1606556704
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 655 6704
AGENDA: 1. Conference with labor negotiators, employee organizations Berkeley Firefighters Association, Local 1227 I.A.F.F. / Berkeley Fire Chief Fire Officers Association; Berkeley Police Association; SEIU 1021 Community Services and Part-time Recreation Activity Leaders, SEIU 1021 Maintenance and Clerical, Public Employee Union Local 1, Unrepresented Employees.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 3 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1611670896
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 167 0896
AGENDA: City Council Legislative System Redesign (packet 138 pages) this is the evolution of the proposals that started with former councilmember Droste to establish rules for how council policy committees function and how major legislation submitted by councilmembers needs to be prepared including checklists to be completed and processed with time frames for submission.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1611670896
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 167 0896
AGENDA: Use the link and choose the html option or see the agenda listed at the end of the calendar.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Wednesday, October 11, 2023
COMMISSION on DISABILITY at 5 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Aspen Room
AGENDA: Staff Updates 7. 2023 Log of Access Complaints, 8. Email and voicemail sent to commission, 9. Sept meeting follow-up, Discussion/Action Items: 10. 2024 calendar, 11. CoD membership, 12. Workplan, Carried Over & Items for future meetings a. Civic Center Subcommittee, b. Safer Pathways.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-disability
PARKS, RECREATION & WATERFRONT COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 2800 Park, Frances Albrier Community Center
AGENDA: 8. Director’s Report (Ferris), 9. Aquatic Park update on public arts project, Discussion/Action: 10. Possible parks tax increase ballot measure, 11. Proposed Ohlone Greenway Improvement Project, 12. Feedback on draft Waterfront Specific Plan and EIR process.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/parks-recreation-and-waterfront-commission
POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD at 6:30 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82653396072
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 826 5339 6072
AGENDA: 3. Public comment on agenda and non-agenda items, 6. ODPA Staff Report 8. Chief’s Report9. Subcommittee reports,10. Policy complaint 2023-PR-000511. Policy complaints 2023-PR-0006, 2023-PR-0007, 2023-PR-0008 12. Public comment, 13. Closed Session 14 complaints 2-23-Cl-0001 – 2023-Cl-0014
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
Thursday, October 12, 2023
BUDGET & FINANCE Committee at 10 am
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Mivia, 6th Floor, Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1611557693
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 155 7693
AGENDA: 2. Fiscal Year 2024 Annual Appropriations Ordinance (AAO), 3. Accept the Risk Analysis for Long-Term Debt, 4. Investment Report Update – Investment Policies of other jurisdictions, 5. Audit recommendations status – Berkeley Police Improvements Needed to Manage Overtime and Security Work for Outside Entities, 6. Audit status report – Fleet replacement & Rocky Road Berkeley Streets at risk and significantly underfunded. (packet 92 pages – no documents on AAO)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-budget-finance
ZONING ADJUSTMENT BOARD at 7 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84781420938
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171
Meeting ID: 847 8142 0938
AGENDA: 2712 Telegraph – on consent – Use Permit #ZP2022-0179 – to demolish two non-residential structures and construct a 41,065 sq ft 6-story (70 ft) mixed-use residential building containing 40 dwelling units (4-very-low income), 590 sq ft commercial space, 2 auto parking spaces and 46 bicycle spaces, utilizing State Density Bonus.
2411 Sixth Street – on consent – Use Permit #ZP2023-0101 – to legalize the demolition of a non-conforming single-family dwelling and construct a 2,058 sq ft 2-story (22 ft) conforming single family dwelling
2924 Russell - on action – Appeal of Zoning Officer’s decision to approve Administrative Use Permit #ZP2023-0081 to install an unenclosed hot tub in rear yard.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zoning-adjustments-board
WATER EMERGENCY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY (WETA) at 1 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at Port of San Francisco Pier 1
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89718217408
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 897 1821 7408 Password: 33779
AGENDA: 5. Staff reports – (peak hour utilization is not available, farebox recovery is listed as 21% - without a cut of Bridge Tolls and Federal & State funding WETA could not stay afloat), 7. Agreement with UBER for Alameda Mainstreet Terminal Rideshare program, 8. Adopt Fares between Mission Bay and South San Francisco, 9. Filing for an application with MTC for $700,000 in Regional Measure 3 Capital Funds.
https://weta.sanfranciscobayferry.com/next-board-meeting
Friday, October 13, 2023 – Reduced Service Day
Saturday, October 14, 2023
BERKELEY NEIGHBORHOODS COUNCIL at 10 am
Videoconference:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/4223188307?pwd=dFlNMVlVZ2d6b0FnSHh3ZlFwV2NMdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 422 318 8307 Passcode: 521161
AGENDA: Check later in the week
https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/
Sunday, October 15, 2023
BERKELEY BIRD FESTIVAL from 8 am – 5 pm
Check the website there is something for everyone: field trips, bird watching, sidewalk chalk drawing, tours of the UC Museum of Vertebrate Zoology, poetry, stories, children’s art and presentations at the Brower Center on birding, bird safe home plants for birds
https://berkeleybirdfestival.org/
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for Regular 6 pm Meeting on October 10, 2023
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1611670896
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 167 0896
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
A. 2nd reading of the ADU Ordinance No. 7,888-N.S. passed on Oct 3 to read ordinance go to https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/documents/2023-10-10%20Item%20A%20Ordinance%207888.pdf1.
1. removed by City Manager
2.Hollander, Economic Development – Write-off of a delinquent revolving loan fund (RLF) Balance of $25,000 oved by Kidventurez, Inc.
3.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitation and requests for RFP, Hazardous Fire Fuel Treatment $4,000,000
4.Warhuus, HHCS – Revenue Contracts: Aging Services Programs, FY 2024-2026, a. Congregate Meals $213,000, b. Home Delivered Meals $440,000, Family Caregiver Support Program $126,500, d. Senior Center Activities $136,000, e. Information and assistance Services $460,000
5.Warhuus, HHCS – Amend Contract add $10,760 total $139,400 with City Data Services to Develop and maintain Homelessness Prevention reporting module in online data management utilized by HHCS
6.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Establish classification and salary range for Graphic Designer hourly $39.5233 - $48.5000 annually $82,208.4870 - $100,880.0000
7.Klein, Planning – Contract $128,375 from 12/1/2023 – 11/31/2028 with EdgeSoft for Data Automation Services and Support for Toxics Management Division
8.Louis, Police – Contract (appears to be amendment though not listed as such) for $344,500 total not to exceed $425,000 with Flock Safety to provide ALPR Cameras Services and extend term to two years from date of implementations,
9.Garland, Public Works – Amend Contract #32300191 add $150,000 total $260,000 with Pacific Site Management for Landscaping Services for Public works and HHCS
10.Garland, Public works – Amend Contract #108037-1 add $350,000 total $480,000 with MSR Mechanical, LLC for on-call heating, ventilation and air conditioning services
11.Garland, Public Works – Grant Application to BART for $3,000,000 from the Safe Routes to BART (SR2B) Grant Program to help close the funding gap for construction of safety-related improvements to the Ohlone Greenway
12.Garland, Public Works – Purchase Order: $2,050,000 for four Front Loaders with Western Truck Center
13.Elmwood BID Advisory Board – Renewal of the Elmwood Ave. BID (Business Improvement District for 2024 Calendar Year
14.Solano Avenue BID Advisory Board - Renewal of the Solano Ave. BID for 2024 Calendar Year
AGENDA on ACTION:
B.Friedrichsen, Budget Manager – Berkeley’s Financial Condition (FY 2012 – FY 2021) Pension Liabilities and Infrastructure Needs Attention (continued from Oct 3)
INFORMATION REPORTS:
15.Hollander, Economic Development - FY 2024 Civic Arts Grants Awards
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LAND USE CALENDAR PUBLIC HEARINGS:
Worth Noting:
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
Go to meetings and events: The Bird Festival on Sunday is the highlight of the week. The 4 pm City Council meeting on legislation is a “should do.” If you miss the Budget and Finance AAO there will be more meetings before the council vote.
- Monday: Indigenous Peoples Day - The Youth Commission is listed with the date as October 10 with the day listed as Tuesday – expect this meeting to be Tuesday not on the holiday.
- Tuesday: City Council meets in the hybrid format starting at 3 pm with a closed session, followed with a special meeting at 4 pm on redesigning their legislative process, followed with the regular meeting a 6 pm with a light agenda.
- Wednesday:
- At 5 pm the Disability Commission meets in person.
- At 6:30 pm the Police Accountability Board meets in the hybrid format.
- At 7 pm the Parks, Recreation and Waterfront Commission meets in person with the Waterfront Specific Plan and EIR on the agenda.
- Thursday:
- At 10 am the Budget and Finance Committee meets in the hybrid format. The AAO (mid-year budget adjustment) is not posted with the agenda.
- At 1 pm WETA meets in the hybrid format.
- At 7 pm the Zoning adjustment Board meets in the hybrid format.
- Saturday: At 10 am the Berkeley Neighborhoods Council meets in person.
- Sunday: From 8 am to 5 pm there are Bird Festival activities all over Berkeley from birding field trips, to sidewalk chalk drawing to poetry, art and presentations at the Brower Center on plants for birds and making your home safe for birds.
The Berkeley Daily Planet is back in full swing https://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com/
Activist’s Diary for September 29, 2023 on Ready Festival, Planning and Fire Department Master Plan
https://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com/issue/2023-09-02/article/50416?headline=A-BERKELEY-ACTIVIST-S-DIARY-WEEK-ENDING-SEPTEMBER-29--Kelly-Hammargren
Directions with links to ZOOM support for activating Closed Captioning and Save Transcript are at the bottom of this calendar.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, October 8, 2023 - No City meetings found
Monday, October 9, 2023 – Indigenous People’s Day Holiday
Tuesday, October 10, 2023
YOUTH COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
The Youth Commission is listed as October 10 which is Monday with the day listed as Tuesday – expect this meeting to be Tuesday not on Monday the holiday.
In-Person: at 1730 Oregon, Youth Services Center / YAP
AGENDA: 9. Discussion Berkeley High School Restroom
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/youth-commission
CITY COUNCIL Closed Session at 3 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1606556704
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 655 6704
AGENDA: 1. Conference with labor negotiators, employee organizations Berkeley Firefighters Association, Local 1227 I.A.F.F. / Berkeley Fire Chief Fire Officers Association; Berkeley Police Association; SEIU 1021 Community Services and Part-time Recreation Activity Leaders, SEIU 1021 Maintenance and Clerical, Public Employee Union Local 1, Unrepresented Employees.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 3 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1611670896
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 167 0896
AGENDA: City Council Legislative System Redesign (packet 138 pages) this is the evolution of the proposals that started with former councilmember Droste to establish rules for how council policy committees function and how major legislation submitted by councilmembers needs to be prepared including checklists to be completed and processed with time frames for submission.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1611670896
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 167 0896
AGENDA: Use the link and choose the html option or see the agenda listed at the end of the calendar.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Wednesday, October 11, 2023
COMMISSION on DISABILITY at 5 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Aspen Room
AGENDA: Staff Updates 7. 2023 Log of Access Complaints, 8. Email and voicemail sent to commission, 9. Sept meeting follow-up, Discussion/Action Items: 10. 2024 calendar, 11. CoD membership, 12. Workplan, Carried Over & Items for future meetings a. Civic Center Subcommittee, b. Safer Pathways.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-disability
PARKS, RECREATION & WATERFRONT COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 2800 Park, Frances Albrier Community Center
AGENDA: 8. Director’s Report (Ferris), 9. Aquatic Park update on public arts project, Discussion/Action: 10. Possible parks tax increase ballot measure, 11. Proposed Ohlone Greenway Improvement Project, 12. Feedback on draft Waterfront Specific Plan and EIR process.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/parks-recreation-and-waterfront-commission
POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD at 6:30 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82653396072
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 826 5339 6072
AGENDA: 3. Public comment on agenda and non-agenda items, 6. ODPA Staff Report 8. Chief’s Report9. Subcommittee reports,10. Policy complaint 2023-PR-000511. Policy complaints 2023-PR-0006, 2023-PR-0007, 2023-PR-0008 12. Public comment, 13. Closed Session 14 complaints 2-23-Cl-0001 – 2023-Cl-0014
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
Thursday, October 12, 2023
BUDGET & FINANCE Committee at 10 am
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Mivia, 6th Floor, Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1611557693
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 155 7693
AGENDA: 2. Fiscal Year 2024 Annual Appropriations Ordinance (AAO), 3. Accept the Risk Analysis for Long-Term Debt, 4. Investment Report Update – Investment Policies of other jurisdictions, 5. Audit recommendations status – Berkeley Police Improvements Needed to Manage Overtime and Security Work for Outside Entities, 6. Audit status report – Fleet replacement & Rocky Road Berkeley Streets at risk and significantly underfunded. (packet 92 pages – no documents on AAO)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-budget-finance
ZONING ADJUSTMENT BOARD at 7 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84781420938
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171
Meeting ID: 847 8142 0938
AGENDA: 2712 Telegraph – on consent – Use Permit #ZP2022-0179 – to demolish two non-residential structures and construct a 41,065 sq ft 6-story (70 ft) mixed-use residential building containing 40 dwelling units (4-very-low income), 590 sq ft commercial space, 2 auto parking spaces and 46 bicycle spaces, utilizing State Density Bonus.
2411 Sixth Street – on consent – Use Permit #ZP2023-0101 – to legalize the demolition of a non-conforming single-family dwelling and construct a 2,058 sq ft 2-story (22 ft) conforming single family dwelling
2924 Russell - on action – Appeal of Zoning Officer’s decision to approve Administrative Use Permit #ZP2023-0081 to install an unenclosed hot tub in rear yard.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zoning-adjustments-board
WATER EMERGENCY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY (WETA) at 1 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at Port of San Francisco Pier 1
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89718217408
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 897 1821 7408 Password: 33779
AGENDA: 5. Staff reports – (peak hour utilization is not available, farebox recovery is listed as 21% - without a cut of Bridge Tolls and Federal & State funding WETA could not stay afloat), 7. Agreement with UBER for Alameda Mainstreet Terminal Rideshare program, 8. Adopt Fares between Mission Bay and South San Francisco, 9. Filing for an application with MTC for $700,000 in Regional Measure 3 Capital Funds.
https://weta.sanfranciscobayferry.com/next-board-meeting
Friday, October 13, 2023 – Reduced Service Day
Saturday, October 14, 2023
BERKELEY NEIGHBORHOODS COUNCIL at 10 am
Videoconference:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/4223188307?pwd=dFlNMVlVZ2d6b0FnSHh3ZlFwV2NMdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 422 318 8307 Passcode: 521161
AGENDA: Check later in the week
https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/
Sunday, October 15, 2023
BERKELEY BIRD FESTIVAL from 8 am – 5 pm
Check the website there is something for everyone: field trips, bird watching, sidewalk chalk drawing, tours of the UC Museum of Vertebrate Zoology, poetry, stories, children’s art and presentations at the Brower Center on birding, bird safe home plants for birds
https://berkeleybirdfestival.org/
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for Regular 6 pm Meeting on October 10, 2023
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1611670896
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 167 0896
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
A. 2nd reading of the ADU Ordinance No. 7,888-N.S. passed on Oct 3 to read ordinance go to https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/documents/2023-10-10%20Item%20A%20Ordinance%207888.pdf1.
1. removed by City Manager
2.Hollander, Economic Development – Write-off of a delinquent revolving loan fund (RLF) Balance of $25,000 oved by Kidventurez, Inc.
3.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitation and requests for RFP, Hazardous Fire Fuel Treatment $4,000,000
4.Warhuus, HHCS – Revenue Contracts: Aging Services Programs, FY 2024-2026, a. Congregate Meals $213,000, b. Home Delivered Meals $440,000, Family Caregiver Support Program $126,500, d. Senior Center Activities $136,000, e. Information and assistance Services $460,000
5.Warhuus, HHCS – Amend Contract add $10,760 total $139,400 with City Data Services to Develop and maintain Homelessness Prevention reporting module in online data management utilized by HHCS
6.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Establish classification and salary range for Graphic Designer hourly $39.5233 - $48.5000 annually $82,208.4870 - $100,880.0000
7.Klein, Planning – Contract $128,375 from 12/1/2023 – 11/31/2028 with EdgeSoft for Data Automation Services and Support for Toxics Management Division
8.Louis, Police – Contract (appears to be amendment though not listed as such) for $344,500 total not to exceed $425,000 with Flock Safety to provide ALPR Cameras Services and extend term to two years from date of implementations,
9.Garland, Public Works – Amend Contract #32300191 add $150,000 total $260,000 with Pacific Site Management for Landscaping Services for Public works and HHCS
10.Garland, Public works – Amend Contract #108037-1 add $350,000 total $480,000 with MSR Mechanical, LLC for on-call heating, ventilation and air conditioning services
11.Garland, Public Works – Grant Application to BART for $3,000,000 from the Safe Routes to BART (SR2B) Grant Program to help close the funding gap for construction of safety-related improvements to the Ohlone Greenway
12.Garland, Public Works – Purchase Order: $2,050,000 for four Front Loaders with Western Truck Center
13.Elmwood BID Advisory Board – Renewal of the Elmwood Ave. BID (Business Improvement District for 2024 Calendar Year
14.Solano Avenue BID Advisory Board - Renewal of the Solano Ave. BID for 2024 Calendar Year
AGENDA on ACTION:
B.Friedrichsen, Budget Manager – Berkeley’s Financial Condition (FY 2012 – FY 2021) Pension Liabilities and Infrastructure Needs Attention (continued from Oct 3)
INFORMATION REPORTS:
15.Hollander, Economic Development - FY 2024 Civic Arts Grants Awards
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LAND USE CALENDAR PUBLIC HEARINGS:
- 3000 Shattuck Avenue (Construct 10-story mixed-use building) – TBD
- October 10 at 4 pm Potential Changes & Enhancements to the City Council Legislative Process
- November 2, 2023 - Draft Waterfront Specific Plan
- Proposed December 5, 2023 – Re-Imagining Public Safety Update and Ceasefire– (to be the only action item of the evening, Wengraf and Arreguin will be absent on December 5)
- Fire Department Standards of Coverage & Community Risk Assessment
- Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation
- Presentation on Homelessness/Re-Housing/Thousand-Person Plan
- May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report, Wildfire Prevention Plan https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-special-meeting-eagenda-may-16-2023-6-pm
- June 20 (WS) - Climate Action Plan & Resilience Update, Berkeley Economic Dashboards Update reports available https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas/city-council-2023-06-20
October 1 - October 8, 2023
Worth Noting:
The manufacturing tours of Berkeley businesses look interesting!
BERKELEY MANUFACTURING WEEK TOURS October 2 – 6,
Check Webpage and Registration for Tour Times
Register for Free Tours: At https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/2023-berkeley-manufacturing-week-tours-2635549
Participating Local Manufacturers: Adams and Chittenden, Artworks Foundry, Berkeley Potters Guild, Boichik Bagels, Metro Lighting, Takara Sake, TCHO Chocolate, Zenbooth
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/news/explore-berkeleys-manufacturing-bagels-glass-soundproof-booths
The Go to meeting of the week is City Council on the ADU Ordinance in the Hillside Overly (Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone, Landslide Zones, and the Hayward Fault runs through it). Monday:
Activist’s Diary for September 17, 2023 on Ready Festival, Planning and Fire Department Master Plan
https://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com/issue/2023-09-02/article/50412?headline=A-BERKELEY-ACTIVIST-S-DIARY-week-ending-Sept.-17--Kelly-Hammargren
The City Council October 10, 2023 is posted and available for comment.
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
Directions with links to ZOOM support for activating Closed Captioning and Save Transcript are at the bottom of this calendar.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, October 1, 2023 – No City meetings
Monday, October 2, 2023
CITY COUNCIL Closed Session at 3 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1602668772
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 266 8772
AGENDA: 1. Employee Evaluation – City Attorney, 2. Conference with labor negotiators, employee organizations Berkeley Firefighters Association, Local 1227 I.A.F.F. / Berkeley Fire Chief Fire Officers Association; Berkeley Police Association; SEIU 1021 Community Services and Part-time Recreation Activity Leaders, SEIU 1021 Maintenance and Clerical, Public Employee Union Local 1, Unrepresented Employees.
https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-closed-meeting-eagenda-october-2-2023
ELMWOOD BUSINESS DISTRICT ADVISORY BOARD at 9 am
In-Person: 2947 College, Rear Outdoor Parking Lot
AGENDA: Review and Approve Elmwood BID Boundary Map
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/elmwood-business-improvement-district-advisory-board
PERSONNEL BOARD at 7 pm
In-Person: 1301 Shattuck, Live Oak Community Center, Creekside Room
AGENDA: V. Request for Extension of Temporary Appointment in the HHCS Community Service Specialist III Joshua Oehler and Assistant Management Analyst
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/personnel-board
Tuesday, October 3, 2023
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1600539994
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 053 9994
AGENDA: Use the link and choose the html option or see the agenda listed at the end of the calendar. Item 10 On the Agenda Is the ADU Ordinance.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Wednesday, October 4, 2023
JOHN HINKEL PARK TREE PLANTING at 9 am – 12 pm
Location: 41 Somerset Place
Wear closed-toed footwear and clothing ready to get a bit dirty. Park staff supply all the tools.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/john-hinkel-park-tree-planting
FACILITIES, INFRASTRUCTURE, TRANSPORTATION, ENVIRONMENT & SUSTAINABILITY COMMITTEE (FITES) Meeting at 2 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1610954457
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 095 4457
AGENDA: 2. Harrison – Adopt an Ordinance Adding Chapter 12.39 to the BMC to Regulate Deconstruction and Construction Materials Management.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-facilities-infrastructure-transportation-environment-sustainability
BOARD of LIBRARY TRUSTEES (BOLT) at 6:30 pm
In-Person: At 1125 University, West Branch
AGENDA: II. Consent Calendar A. FY 2022 Annual Report of Gift Received to City Council, E. 2024 Holiday & Closing Schedule, F. Schedule to open 1 hour later for staff meetings, G. 2024 Meeting Schedule, H. Amend Contract #32000176 add $1,450.000 and extend for 12 months 7/31/2023 – July 6/31/2024 with Universal Protection Service, LP. Dba: Allied Universal Security Services for security services at the Central Library and Library Branches on request, III. Action Calendar A. Recommendation on appointment of Trustee to serve four-year term, B. Nominations for Board President and Vice-President, C. Election of President, D. Election of Vice-President.
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
HOMELESS SERVICES PANEL of EXPERTS at 7 pm
In-Person: 999 Harrison, Berkeley Reparatory Theater, Admin Office, Mercer-Golden Rehearsal Hall
AGENDA: 6. Development of Good Neighbor Guidelines and Encampment Policy, 7. 2024 meeting schedule, 8. Update on reports to council including serving inclement weather needs, RV dwellers and other vehicle dwellers, 9. Update on Encampment Based Mobile Wellness Team, HHCS new health assessment report and additional funds to Berkeley Food Network.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/homeless-services-panel-experts
PLANNING COMMISSION AT 5:30 PM
In-Person: 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 10. Draft Local Hazard Mitigation Plan, 11. Public Hearing: Zoning Amendments to Support Businesses. Areas affected Southside, BART Housing Development and Commercial Districts. (packet 128 pages – 98 pages on hearing)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/planning-commission
Thursday, October 5, 2023
LANDMARKS PRESERVATION COMMISSION (LPC) at 7 pm
In-Person: 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. Piedmont Avenue and Channing Way Pedestrian Improvements – Advisory Referral presentation on Public Works project that would affect the City Landmark Olstem Landscape, 7. 2113 Kittredge Street – Structural Alteration Permit #LMSAP2022-0011 for the California Theater, 8. 2420 Shattuck – Demolition Referral.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/landmarks-preservation-commission
HOUSING ADVISORY COMMITTEE (HAC) at 7 pm
In-Person: 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: Receive Presentation on HUD Program Year 2022 (FY 2023) Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER), 9. 2023-2024 Workplan, 10. Fair Access and Transparency for Rental Housing Applications Ordinance.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/housing-advisory-commission
Friday, October 6, 2023 - No City meetings
Saturday, October 7, 2023 - No City meetings
Sunday, October 8, 2023 - No City meetings
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for Regular 6 pm Meeting on October 3, 2023
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1600539994
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 053 9994
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
3.2nd reading – Authorizing Lease of 830 University to Lifelong Medical Care
4.Robinson – Appointment to Police Accountability Board (PAB)
5.Radu, City Manager Office – Revenue Contract with City of Emeryville for Animal Care Services for $235,548 for 10/6/2023 – 6/30/2023
6.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations $9,284,266, Housing Inspection Software $150,000, sidewalk Repair Project $1,181,266, Whistleblower Hotline $100,000, Library Technology Roadmap $100,000. Berkeley Marina Docks D & E Replacement Project $7,753,00
7.Fong, IT – Amend Contract No. 9791 add $279,750 total $900,750 for 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2023 with Environmental Systems Research Institute, Inc. for Enterprise Graphical Information system (GIS) Software License Maintenance and Support
8.Fong, IT - Modify Contract No. 114382-1, add $115,016 total $261,922 from 7/1/2014 – 6/30/2026
AGENDA on ACTION:
9.Sprague, Fire – Ambulance Transport Fee Increase
10.Klein, Planning – Amendments to title 23 ADU Ordinance – (on 9-19-2023 the council was split 4 to 4, Councilmember Harrison was away representing the City at a conference)
11.Friedrichsen, Budget Manager – Berkeley’s Financial Condition (FY 2012 – FY 2021) Pension Liabilities and Infrastructure Needs
INFORMATION REPORTS:
12.Oyekanmi, Finance – Sanctuary City Contracting Compliance Report for FY 2023
13.Louis, Police - Update on the Implementation of Fair and Impartial Policing Task Force Recommendations
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for Regular 6 pm Meeting on October 10, 2023
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1611670896
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 167 0896
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.Removed by City Manager
2.Hollander, Economic Development – Write-off of a delinquent revolving loan fund (RLF) Balance of $25,000 oved by Kidventurez, Inc.
3.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitation and requests for RFP, Hazardous Fire Fuel Treatment $4,000,000
4.Warhuus, HHCS – Revenue Contracts: Aging Services Programs, FY 2024-2026, a. Congregate Meals $213,000, b. Home Delivered Meals $440,000, Family Caregiver Support Program $126,500, d. Senior Center Activities $136,000, e. Information and assistance Services $460,000
5.Warhuus, HHCS – Amend Contract add $10,760 total $139,400 with City Data Services to Develop and maintain Homelessness Prevention reporting module in online data management utilized by HHCS
6.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Establish classification and salary range for Graphic Designer hourly $39.5233 - $48.5000 annually $82,208.4870 - $100,880.0000
7.Klein, Planning – Contract $128,375 from 12/1/2023 – 11/31/2028 with EdgeSoft for Data Automation Services and Support for Toxics Management Division
8.Louis, Police – Contract (appears to be amendment though not listed as such) for $344,500 total not to exceed $425,000 with Flock Safety to provide ALPR Cameras Services and extend term to two years from date of implementations,
9.Garland, Public Works – Amend Contract #32300191 add $150,000 total $260,000 with Pacific Site Management for Landscaping Services for Public works and HHCS
10.Garland, Public works – Amend Contract #108037-1 add $350,000 total $480,000 with MSR Mechanical, LLC for on-call heating, ventilation and air conditioning services
11.Garland, Public Works – Grant Application to BART for $3,000,000 from the Safe Routes to BART (SR2B) Grant Program to help close the funding gap for construction of safety-related improvements to the Ohlone Greenway
12.Garland, Public Works – Purchase Order: $2,050,000 for four Front Loaders with Western Truck Center
13.Elmwood BID Advisory Board – Renewal of the Elmwood Ave. BID (Business Improvement District for 2024 Calendar Year
14.Solano Avenue BID Advisory Board - Renewal of the Solano Ave. BID for 2024 Calendar Year
INFORMATION REPORTS:
15.Hollander, Economic Development - FY 2024 Civic Arts Grants Awards
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LAND USE CALENDAR PUBLIC HEARINGS:
Worth Noting:
The manufacturing tours of Berkeley businesses look interesting!
BERKELEY MANUFACTURING WEEK TOURS October 2 – 6,
Check Webpage and Registration for Tour Times
Register for Free Tours: At https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/2023-berkeley-manufacturing-week-tours-2635549
Participating Local Manufacturers: Adams and Chittenden, Artworks Foundry, Berkeley Potters Guild, Boichik Bagels, Metro Lighting, Takara Sake, TCHO Chocolate, Zenbooth
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/news/explore-berkeleys-manufacturing-bagels-glass-soundproof-booths
The Go to meeting of the week is City Council on the ADU Ordinance in the Hillside Overly (Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone, Landslide Zones, and the Hayward Fault runs through it). Monday:
- At 9 am the Elmwood BID meets in person.
- At 3 pm the City Council meets in Closed Session.
- At 7 pm the Personnel Board meets in person.
- Tuesday: At 6 pm the City Council meets in the hybrid format. The ADU Ordinance is item 10 on the agenda.
- Wednesday:
- From 9 am – noon is the tree planting at John Hinkel Park.
- At 2 pm FITES meets in the hybrid format on deconstruction/construction materials.
- At 5:30 pm the Planning Commission meets in person and conducts a public hearing on zoning to support small business in Southside, BART Housing and Commercial Districts.
- At 6:30 BOLT meets in person.
- At 7 pm the Homeless Services Panel of Experts meets in person.
- Thursday:
- At 7 pm the Landmarks Preservation Commission meets in person.
- At 7 pm the Housing Advisory Commission meets in person.
Activist’s Diary for September 17, 2023 on Ready Festival, Planning and Fire Department Master Plan
https://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com/issue/2023-09-02/article/50412?headline=A-BERKELEY-ACTIVIST-S-DIARY-week-ending-Sept.-17--Kelly-Hammargren
The City Council October 10, 2023 is posted and available for comment.
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
Directions with links to ZOOM support for activating Closed Captioning and Save Transcript are at the bottom of this calendar.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, October 1, 2023 – No City meetings
Monday, October 2, 2023
CITY COUNCIL Closed Session at 3 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1602668772
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 266 8772
AGENDA: 1. Employee Evaluation – City Attorney, 2. Conference with labor negotiators, employee organizations Berkeley Firefighters Association, Local 1227 I.A.F.F. / Berkeley Fire Chief Fire Officers Association; Berkeley Police Association; SEIU 1021 Community Services and Part-time Recreation Activity Leaders, SEIU 1021 Maintenance and Clerical, Public Employee Union Local 1, Unrepresented Employees.
https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-closed-meeting-eagenda-october-2-2023
ELMWOOD BUSINESS DISTRICT ADVISORY BOARD at 9 am
In-Person: 2947 College, Rear Outdoor Parking Lot
AGENDA: Review and Approve Elmwood BID Boundary Map
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/elmwood-business-improvement-district-advisory-board
PERSONNEL BOARD at 7 pm
In-Person: 1301 Shattuck, Live Oak Community Center, Creekside Room
AGENDA: V. Request for Extension of Temporary Appointment in the HHCS Community Service Specialist III Joshua Oehler and Assistant Management Analyst
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/personnel-board
Tuesday, October 3, 2023
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1600539994
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 053 9994
AGENDA: Use the link and choose the html option or see the agenda listed at the end of the calendar. Item 10 On the Agenda Is the ADU Ordinance.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Wednesday, October 4, 2023
JOHN HINKEL PARK TREE PLANTING at 9 am – 12 pm
Location: 41 Somerset Place
Wear closed-toed footwear and clothing ready to get a bit dirty. Park staff supply all the tools.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/john-hinkel-park-tree-planting
FACILITIES, INFRASTRUCTURE, TRANSPORTATION, ENVIRONMENT & SUSTAINABILITY COMMITTEE (FITES) Meeting at 2 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1610954457
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 095 4457
AGENDA: 2. Harrison – Adopt an Ordinance Adding Chapter 12.39 to the BMC to Regulate Deconstruction and Construction Materials Management.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-facilities-infrastructure-transportation-environment-sustainability
BOARD of LIBRARY TRUSTEES (BOLT) at 6:30 pm
In-Person: At 1125 University, West Branch
AGENDA: II. Consent Calendar A. FY 2022 Annual Report of Gift Received to City Council, E. 2024 Holiday & Closing Schedule, F. Schedule to open 1 hour later for staff meetings, G. 2024 Meeting Schedule, H. Amend Contract #32000176 add $1,450.000 and extend for 12 months 7/31/2023 – July 6/31/2024 with Universal Protection Service, LP. Dba: Allied Universal Security Services for security services at the Central Library and Library Branches on request, III. Action Calendar A. Recommendation on appointment of Trustee to serve four-year term, B. Nominations for Board President and Vice-President, C. Election of President, D. Election of Vice-President.
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
HOMELESS SERVICES PANEL of EXPERTS at 7 pm
In-Person: 999 Harrison, Berkeley Reparatory Theater, Admin Office, Mercer-Golden Rehearsal Hall
AGENDA: 6. Development of Good Neighbor Guidelines and Encampment Policy, 7. 2024 meeting schedule, 8. Update on reports to council including serving inclement weather needs, RV dwellers and other vehicle dwellers, 9. Update on Encampment Based Mobile Wellness Team, HHCS new health assessment report and additional funds to Berkeley Food Network.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/homeless-services-panel-experts
PLANNING COMMISSION AT 5:30 PM
In-Person: 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 10. Draft Local Hazard Mitigation Plan, 11. Public Hearing: Zoning Amendments to Support Businesses. Areas affected Southside, BART Housing Development and Commercial Districts. (packet 128 pages – 98 pages on hearing)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/planning-commission
Thursday, October 5, 2023
LANDMARKS PRESERVATION COMMISSION (LPC) at 7 pm
In-Person: 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. Piedmont Avenue and Channing Way Pedestrian Improvements – Advisory Referral presentation on Public Works project that would affect the City Landmark Olstem Landscape, 7. 2113 Kittredge Street – Structural Alteration Permit #LMSAP2022-0011 for the California Theater, 8. 2420 Shattuck – Demolition Referral.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/landmarks-preservation-commission
HOUSING ADVISORY COMMITTEE (HAC) at 7 pm
In-Person: 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: Receive Presentation on HUD Program Year 2022 (FY 2023) Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER), 9. 2023-2024 Workplan, 10. Fair Access and Transparency for Rental Housing Applications Ordinance.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/housing-advisory-commission
Friday, October 6, 2023 - No City meetings
Saturday, October 7, 2023 - No City meetings
Sunday, October 8, 2023 - No City meetings
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for Regular 6 pm Meeting on October 3, 2023
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1600539994
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 053 9994
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
- 2nd reading – Utility easement: Bolivar Drive – EBMUD, Adopt 2nd reading of Ordinance No. 7,883-N.S. to convey utility easement to EBMUD along Bolivar Drive at Aquatic Park
3.2nd reading – Authorizing Lease of 830 University to Lifelong Medical Care
4.Robinson – Appointment to Police Accountability Board (PAB)
5.Radu, City Manager Office – Revenue Contract with City of Emeryville for Animal Care Services for $235,548 for 10/6/2023 – 6/30/2023
6.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations $9,284,266, Housing Inspection Software $150,000, sidewalk Repair Project $1,181,266, Whistleblower Hotline $100,000, Library Technology Roadmap $100,000. Berkeley Marina Docks D & E Replacement Project $7,753,00
7.Fong, IT – Amend Contract No. 9791 add $279,750 total $900,750 for 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2023 with Environmental Systems Research Institute, Inc. for Enterprise Graphical Information system (GIS) Software License Maintenance and Support
8.Fong, IT - Modify Contract No. 114382-1, add $115,016 total $261,922 from 7/1/2014 – 6/30/2026
AGENDA on ACTION:
9.Sprague, Fire – Ambulance Transport Fee Increase
10.Klein, Planning – Amendments to title 23 ADU Ordinance – (on 9-19-2023 the council was split 4 to 4, Councilmember Harrison was away representing the City at a conference)
11.Friedrichsen, Budget Manager – Berkeley’s Financial Condition (FY 2012 – FY 2021) Pension Liabilities and Infrastructure Needs
INFORMATION REPORTS:
12.Oyekanmi, Finance – Sanctuary City Contracting Compliance Report for FY 2023
13.Louis, Police - Update on the Implementation of Fair and Impartial Policing Task Force Recommendations
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for Regular 6 pm Meeting on October 10, 2023
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1611670896
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 167 0896
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.Removed by City Manager
2.Hollander, Economic Development – Write-off of a delinquent revolving loan fund (RLF) Balance of $25,000 oved by Kidventurez, Inc.
3.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitation and requests for RFP, Hazardous Fire Fuel Treatment $4,000,000
4.Warhuus, HHCS – Revenue Contracts: Aging Services Programs, FY 2024-2026, a. Congregate Meals $213,000, b. Home Delivered Meals $440,000, Family Caregiver Support Program $126,500, d. Senior Center Activities $136,000, e. Information and assistance Services $460,000
5.Warhuus, HHCS – Amend Contract add $10,760 total $139,400 with City Data Services to Develop and maintain Homelessness Prevention reporting module in online data management utilized by HHCS
6.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Establish classification and salary range for Graphic Designer hourly $39.5233 - $48.5000 annually $82,208.4870 - $100,880.0000
7.Klein, Planning – Contract $128,375 from 12/1/2023 – 11/31/2028 with EdgeSoft for Data Automation Services and Support for Toxics Management Division
8.Louis, Police – Contract (appears to be amendment though not listed as such) for $344,500 total not to exceed $425,000 with Flock Safety to provide ALPR Cameras Services and extend term to two years from date of implementations,
9.Garland, Public Works – Amend Contract #32300191 add $150,000 total $260,000 with Pacific Site Management for Landscaping Services for Public works and HHCS
10.Garland, Public works – Amend Contract #108037-1 add $350,000 total $480,000 with MSR Mechanical, LLC for on-call heating, ventilation and air conditioning services
11.Garland, Public Works – Grant Application to BART for $3,000,000 from the Safe Routes to BART (SR2B) Grant Program to help close the funding gap for construction of safety-related improvements to the Ohlone Greenway
12.Garland, Public Works – Purchase Order: $2,050,000 for four Front Loaders with Western Truck Center
13.Elmwood BID Advisory Board – Renewal of the Elmwood Ave. BID (Business Improvement District for 2024 Calendar Year
14.Solano Avenue BID Advisory Board - Renewal of the Solano Ave. BID for 2024 Calendar Year
INFORMATION REPORTS:
15.Hollander, Economic Development - FY 2024 Civic Arts Grants Awards
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LAND USE CALENDAR PUBLIC HEARINGS:
- 705 Euclid Avenue (new single family dwelling) 9/26/2023
- 1598 University Avenue (Construct 8-story mixed-use building) – date 9/26/2023
- 3000 Shattuck Avenue (Construct 10-story mixed-use building) – TBD
- October 10 at 4 pm Potential Changes & Enhancements to the City Council Legislative Process
- November 2, 2023 - Draft Waterfront Specific Plan
- Proposed December 5, 2023 – Re-Imagining Public Safety Update and Ceasefire– (to be the only action item of the evening, Wengraf and Arreguin will be absent on December 5)
- Fire Department Standards of Coverage & Community Risk Assessment
- Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation
- Presentation on Homelessness/Re-Housing/Thousand-Person Plan
- May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report, Wildfire Prevention Plan https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-special-meeting-eagenda-may-16-2023-6-pm
- June 20 (WS) - Climate Action Plan & Resilience Update, Berkeley Economic Dashboards Update reports available https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas/city-council-2023-06-20
September 24 - October 1, 2023
Worth Noting:
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
The City Council Agenda for October 3, 2023 is available for comment. Item 10 Amendments to title 23 ADU Ordinance is back for a vote (on 9-19-2023 the council was split 4 to 4, Councilmember Harrison was away representing the City at a conference).
The go to meetings in bold are Tuesday-Council appeal of 1598 University, Wednesday-Environment and Climate and Disaster and Fire Safety Commissions, Thursday-Community Health Commission.
Activist’s Diary for week ending September 17, 2023 https://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com/issue/2023-09-02/article/50412?headline=A-BERKELEY-ACTIVIST-S-DIARY-week-ending-Sept.-17--Kelly-Hammargren
Bay Area SunShares Solar Discount Program is open from September 1 – November 15, 2023.
Register at: https://www.bayareasunshares.org/
If you know someone needing assistance with overdue water bills, refer them to the Low Income Household Waster Assistance Program (LIWAP) Program has been extended, however, applications need to be submitted asap https://www.ebmud.com/customers/customer-assistance-program/financial-relief-customers-behind-water-bills-during-pandemic
Directions with links to ZOOM support for activating Closed Captioning and Save Transcript are at the bottom of this calendar.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, September 24, 2023 – no City meetings or events found
Monday, September 25, 2023 – Yom Kippur – no City Meetings
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TUESDAY, September 26, 2023
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1611609558
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 160 9558
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 10/10//2023 draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda below at the end of the list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Workssessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, REFERRED ITEMS FOR REVIEW: 8.a. Discussion of Potential Changes to City Council Legislative Process, 8.b. Discussion Regarding Design and Strengthening of Policy Committees Process and Structure (Including Budget Referrals) UNSCHEDULED ITEMS: 9. Modifications or Improvements to City Council Meeting Procedures, 10. Strengthening and Supporting City Commission: Guidance on Development of Legislative Proposals, 11. Discussion and Recommendations on the Continued Use of the Berkeley Considers Online Engagement Portal. https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
CITY COUNCIL Closed Session at 5 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1614522259
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 452 2259
AGENDA: 1. Conference with legal counsel – anticipated litigation, a. Claim of D.L. Falk Construction Inc.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1611020299
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 102 0299
AGENDA: 1. ZAB Appeal: 705 Euclid Ave, Use Permit #ZP2022-0104 to construct a new 3-story 4,528 sq ft single family dwelling with 2 parking spaces and associated retaining walls located in the setbacks on a 6,024 sq ft vacant lot. Project is in Hillside Overlay in Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone 2, 2. ZAB Appeal: 1598 University, Use Permit ZP#2022-0099 to demolish a non-residential building and construct a 127,472 sq ft, 8-story (89 feet 2 inches) mixed-use residential building with 207 dwelling units (21 very low-income), 5,943 sq ft commercial space, 39 automobile parking spaces, 92 parking spaces, utilizing State Density Bonus.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
ZERO WASTE COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: 1326 Allston Way, City of Berkeley Corporation Yard Ratcliff Building, Willow Room
AGENDA: 6:30 pm – 6. Staff Updates Progress on SB-1383 Implementation, SUDs Ordinance Enforcement, Plastic Bag Ordinance, Staffing, Discussion/Action Items: 6:50 pm – 1 Berkeley Food Network Presentation, 7:05 pm – 2. Strategic Plan Progress, 7:40 pm – Report out from the Sub-Committee to Review Green Building Requirements, 7:50 pm – Discuss Legislative Updates.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zero-waste-commission
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WEDNESDAY, September 27, 2023
4x4 JOINT TASK FORCE COMMITTEE on HOUSING at 3 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Cypress Room, 1st Floor
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1615140325?pwd=Z3N1c1JDeVVaK2RMT1k0N0lHcXUydz09
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252
Meeting ID: 161 514 0325 Passcode: 065975
AGENDA: 6. Discussion recent eviction activities, 7. Demolition Ordinance, 8. Update on Ronald V. Dellums Fair Chance Access to Housing Ordinance, 9. Meeting schedule.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/4x4-joint-task-force-committee-housing
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Russell, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library
AGENDA: 6. Presentations, Discussion & Action: a) Recommendation approve Nigel Sussman Mural for Fire Station 5, b) Presentation Utility Box Mural Program recommendations, c) Recommend Masako Miki wall project, Recommendation reject all proposals for sculpture opportunity,
d) Recommendation integration of public art into the Waterfront Specific Plan, e) Update - Queen Shamiram Sculpture (not happening)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
DISASTER and FIRE SAFETY COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 997 Cedar, Fire Department Training Center
AGENDA: 5. Request that the Commission forward the Janice Thomas August 27, 2023 letter “RE: State Fire Marshal’s Recommendation for Panoramic Hill” to City Council, UC Berkeley President and the UC President and Board, 6. Staff presentation on 2024 Local Hazard Mitigation Plan Update process, 7. Discussion on impact of increased density due to new developments along Shattuck/Adeline, 8. Discussion on biolabs and other large facilities, hazardous materials contained therein and potential emergency response impacts and challenges, 9. Discussion to write a Commendation to Chief Sprague for the Master Facilities Plan, 10. Update on the City’s progress of evaluating and regulating non-ductile concrete structures.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/disaster-and-fire-safety-commission
ENVIRONMENT and CLIMATE COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 7. Updated Environment & Climate Commission calendar, 8. Presentation & Discussion Municipal Energy Use and Green Building Policy a. Green Building and LEED Requirements – Resolution #62284, b. Energy Commission FY 2023-2024 Budget Recommendation – 11/30/2022 Council report, 9. Presentation & Discussion: Native Plants & Pesticide Reduction Subcommittee
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/environment-and-climate-commission
POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD (PAB) at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82653396072
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 826 5339 6072
AGENDA: 3. Public Comment is taken at the beginning and end of meeting not with agenda items. Comment may be on anything within the jurisdiction of the PAB including evening agenda, 5. ODPA Staff report – introduction of Carianna Arredondo, assistant to the City Manager for Reimagining Public safety, 6. Chair and Board Reports, 7. Chief Report on crime/cases of interest, community engagement/department events, staffing, training and other items of interest, 9, a. Presentation of new policy complaints, 10. Public comment, 11. Closed Session.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
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THURSDAY, September 28, 2023
COMMUNITY HEALTH COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
In-Person: 2939 Ellis, Judge Henry Ramsey Jr. South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: Presentation – Sarah Moore on City of Berkeley, Planning Department on Environmental Justice Plan, Discussion and Action items: 7. Council referral on Long Term Care Facility Oversight, 8. Light Pollution
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/community-health-commission
ZONING ADJUSTMENTS BOARD (ZAB) at 7 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81499010985
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 814 9901 0985
AGENDA: 2. 2424 Jefferson – on consent - Use Permit #ZP2023-0082 to demolish a portion of a rear deck and construct a 26 sq ft addition to an existing single-family dwelling on a lot that exceeds lot coverage standards
3. 1798 Scenic Avenue – on consent – Use Permit Modification #ZP2023-0086 to modify the project originally approved under ZP#2021-0106 to change the ground floor use of Holbrook Hall at the Pacific School of Religion for higher education to a middle school. There are no changes proposed to the enrollment capacity. In Hillside Overly, Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone 2,
4. 2996 Telegraph at Ashby – on action – Use Permit #ZP2020-0055 to construct a 1704 sq ft self-service car wash, includes a gas station, quick food service and convenience store, new 165-foot long wall at the west and north property lines, two new EV charging stations
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zoning-adjustments-board
Saturday, September 30, 2023 - no City meetings or events found
Sunday, October 1, 2023 - no City meetings or events found
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AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm, September 26, 2023
DRAFT AGENDA for October 10, 2023
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1611609558
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 160 9558
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1. Numainville, city Clerk - City Council Rules of Procedure and Order revisions
2.Hollander, Economic Development – Write-off of a delinquent revolving loan fund (RLF) Balance of $25,000 oved by Kidventurez, Inc.
3.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitation and requests for RFP
4.Warhuus, HHCS – Revenue Contracts: Aging Services Programs, FY 2024-2026, a. Congregate Meals $213,000, b. Home Delivered Meals $440,000, Family Caregiver Support Program $126,500, d. Senior Center Activities $136,000, e. Information and assistance Services $460,000
5.Warhuus, HHCS – Amend Contract add $10,760 total $139,400 with City Data Services to Develop and maintain Homelessness Prevention reporting module in online data management utilized by HHCS
6.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Establish classification and salary range for Graphic Designer hourly $39.5233 - $48.5000 annually $82,208.4870 - $100,880.0000
7.Klein, Planning – Contract $128,375 from 12/1/2023 – 11/31/2028 with EdgeSoft for Data Automation Services and Support for Toxics Management Division
8.Louis, Police – Contract (appears to be amendment though not listed as such) for $344,500 total not to exceed $425,000 with Flock Safety to provide ALPR Cameras Services and extend term to two years from date of implementations,
9.Garland, Public Works – Amend Contract #32300191 add $150,000 total $260,000 with Pacific Site Management for Landscaping Services for Public works and HHCS
10.Garland, Public works – Amend Contract #108037-1 add $350,000 total $480,000 with MSR Mechanical, LLC for on-call heating, ventilation and air conditioning services
11.Garland, Public Works – Grant Application to BART for $2,300,000 from the Safe Routes to BART (SR2B) Grant Program to help close the funding gap for construction of safety-related improvements to the Ohlone Greenway
12.Garland, Public Works – Purchase Order: $2,050,000 for four Front Loaders with Western Truck Center
13.Elmwood BID Advisory Board – Renewal of the Elmwood Ave. BID (Business Improvement District for 2024 Calendar Year
14.Solano Avenue BID Advisory Board - Renewal of the Solano Ave. BID for 2024 Calendar Year
INFORMATION REPORTS:
15.Hollander, Economic Development - FY 2024 Civic Arts Grants Awards
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for Regular 6 pm Meeting on October 3, 2023
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1600539994
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 053 9994
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1. 2nd reading – Utility easement: Bolivar Drive – EBMUD, Adopt 2nd reading of Ordinance No. 7,883-N.S. to convey utility easement to EBMUD along Bolivar Drive at Aquatic Park2.2nd reading - Oyekanmi, Finance – 2024 Tax Rate: Transportation Network Company User Tax
3. 2nd reading – Authorizing Lease of 830 University to Lifelong Medical Care
4.Robinson – Appointment to Police Accountability Board (PAB)
5.Radu, City Manager Office – Revenue Contract with City of Emeryville for Animal Care Services for $235,548 for 10/6/2023 – 6/30/2023
6.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations $9,284,266, Housing Inspection Software $150,000, sidewalk Repair Project $1,181,266, Whistleblower Hotline $100,000, Library Technology Roadmap $100,000. Berkeley Marina Docks D & E Replacement Project $7,753,00
7.Fong, IT – Amend Contract No. 9791 add $279,750 total $900,750 for 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2023 with Environmental Systems Research Institute, Inc. for Enterprise Graphical Information system (GIS) Software License Maintenance and Support
8.Fong, IT - Modify Contract No. 114382-1, add $115,016 total $261,922 from 7/1/2014 – 6/30/2026
AGENDA on ACTION:
9.Sprague, Fire – Ambulance Transport Fee Increase
10.Klein, Planning – Amendments to title 23 ADU Ordinance – (on 9-19-2023 the council was split 4 to 4, Councilmember Harrison was away representing the City at a conference)
11.Friedrichsen, Budget Manager – Berkeley’s Financial Condition (FY 2012 – FY 2021) Pension Liabilities and Infrastructure Needs
INFORMATION REPORTS:
12.Oyekanmi, Finance – Sanctuary City Contracting Compliance Report for FY 2023
13.Louis, Police - Update on the Implementation of Fair and Impartial Policing Task Force Recommendations
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LAND USE CALENDAR PUBLIC HEARINGS:
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
UNSCHEDULED WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS
PAST MEETINGS with reports worth reading:
Worth Noting:
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
The City Council Agenda for October 3, 2023 is available for comment. Item 10 Amendments to title 23 ADU Ordinance is back for a vote (on 9-19-2023 the council was split 4 to 4, Councilmember Harrison was away representing the City at a conference).
The go to meetings in bold are Tuesday-Council appeal of 1598 University, Wednesday-Environment and Climate and Disaster and Fire Safety Commissions, Thursday-Community Health Commission.
Activist’s Diary for week ending September 17, 2023 https://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com/issue/2023-09-02/article/50412?headline=A-BERKELEY-ACTIVIST-S-DIARY-week-ending-Sept.-17--Kelly-Hammargren
Bay Area SunShares Solar Discount Program is open from September 1 – November 15, 2023.
Register at: https://www.bayareasunshares.org/
If you know someone needing assistance with overdue water bills, refer them to the Low Income Household Waster Assistance Program (LIWAP) Program has been extended, however, applications need to be submitted asap https://www.ebmud.com/customers/customer-assistance-program/financial-relief-customers-behind-water-bills-during-pandemic
Directions with links to ZOOM support for activating Closed Captioning and Save Transcript are at the bottom of this calendar.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, September 24, 2023 – no City meetings or events found
Monday, September 25, 2023 – Yom Kippur – no City Meetings
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TUESDAY, September 26, 2023
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1611609558
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 160 9558
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 10/10//2023 draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda below at the end of the list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Workssessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, REFERRED ITEMS FOR REVIEW: 8.a. Discussion of Potential Changes to City Council Legislative Process, 8.b. Discussion Regarding Design and Strengthening of Policy Committees Process and Structure (Including Budget Referrals) UNSCHEDULED ITEMS: 9. Modifications or Improvements to City Council Meeting Procedures, 10. Strengthening and Supporting City Commission: Guidance on Development of Legislative Proposals, 11. Discussion and Recommendations on the Continued Use of the Berkeley Considers Online Engagement Portal. https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
CITY COUNCIL Closed Session at 5 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1614522259
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 452 2259
AGENDA: 1. Conference with legal counsel – anticipated litigation, a. Claim of D.L. Falk Construction Inc.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1611020299
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 102 0299
AGENDA: 1. ZAB Appeal: 705 Euclid Ave, Use Permit #ZP2022-0104 to construct a new 3-story 4,528 sq ft single family dwelling with 2 parking spaces and associated retaining walls located in the setbacks on a 6,024 sq ft vacant lot. Project is in Hillside Overlay in Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone 2, 2. ZAB Appeal: 1598 University, Use Permit ZP#2022-0099 to demolish a non-residential building and construct a 127,472 sq ft, 8-story (89 feet 2 inches) mixed-use residential building with 207 dwelling units (21 very low-income), 5,943 sq ft commercial space, 39 automobile parking spaces, 92 parking spaces, utilizing State Density Bonus.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
ZERO WASTE COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: 1326 Allston Way, City of Berkeley Corporation Yard Ratcliff Building, Willow Room
AGENDA: 6:30 pm – 6. Staff Updates Progress on SB-1383 Implementation, SUDs Ordinance Enforcement, Plastic Bag Ordinance, Staffing, Discussion/Action Items: 6:50 pm – 1 Berkeley Food Network Presentation, 7:05 pm – 2. Strategic Plan Progress, 7:40 pm – Report out from the Sub-Committee to Review Green Building Requirements, 7:50 pm – Discuss Legislative Updates.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zero-waste-commission
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WEDNESDAY, September 27, 2023
4x4 JOINT TASK FORCE COMMITTEE on HOUSING at 3 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Cypress Room, 1st Floor
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1615140325?pwd=Z3N1c1JDeVVaK2RMT1k0N0lHcXUydz09
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252
Meeting ID: 161 514 0325 Passcode: 065975
AGENDA: 6. Discussion recent eviction activities, 7. Demolition Ordinance, 8. Update on Ronald V. Dellums Fair Chance Access to Housing Ordinance, 9. Meeting schedule.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/4x4-joint-task-force-committee-housing
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Russell, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library
AGENDA: 6. Presentations, Discussion & Action: a) Recommendation approve Nigel Sussman Mural for Fire Station 5, b) Presentation Utility Box Mural Program recommendations, c) Recommend Masako Miki wall project, Recommendation reject all proposals for sculpture opportunity,
d) Recommendation integration of public art into the Waterfront Specific Plan, e) Update - Queen Shamiram Sculpture (not happening)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
DISASTER and FIRE SAFETY COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 997 Cedar, Fire Department Training Center
AGENDA: 5. Request that the Commission forward the Janice Thomas August 27, 2023 letter “RE: State Fire Marshal’s Recommendation for Panoramic Hill” to City Council, UC Berkeley President and the UC President and Board, 6. Staff presentation on 2024 Local Hazard Mitigation Plan Update process, 7. Discussion on impact of increased density due to new developments along Shattuck/Adeline, 8. Discussion on biolabs and other large facilities, hazardous materials contained therein and potential emergency response impacts and challenges, 9. Discussion to write a Commendation to Chief Sprague for the Master Facilities Plan, 10. Update on the City’s progress of evaluating and regulating non-ductile concrete structures.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/disaster-and-fire-safety-commission
ENVIRONMENT and CLIMATE COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 7. Updated Environment & Climate Commission calendar, 8. Presentation & Discussion Municipal Energy Use and Green Building Policy a. Green Building and LEED Requirements – Resolution #62284, b. Energy Commission FY 2023-2024 Budget Recommendation – 11/30/2022 Council report, 9. Presentation & Discussion: Native Plants & Pesticide Reduction Subcommittee
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/environment-and-climate-commission
POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD (PAB) at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82653396072
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 826 5339 6072
AGENDA: 3. Public Comment is taken at the beginning and end of meeting not with agenda items. Comment may be on anything within the jurisdiction of the PAB including evening agenda, 5. ODPA Staff report – introduction of Carianna Arredondo, assistant to the City Manager for Reimagining Public safety, 6. Chair and Board Reports, 7. Chief Report on crime/cases of interest, community engagement/department events, staffing, training and other items of interest, 9, a. Presentation of new policy complaints, 10. Public comment, 11. Closed Session.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
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THURSDAY, September 28, 2023
COMMUNITY HEALTH COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
In-Person: 2939 Ellis, Judge Henry Ramsey Jr. South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: Presentation – Sarah Moore on City of Berkeley, Planning Department on Environmental Justice Plan, Discussion and Action items: 7. Council referral on Long Term Care Facility Oversight, 8. Light Pollution
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/community-health-commission
ZONING ADJUSTMENTS BOARD (ZAB) at 7 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81499010985
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 814 9901 0985
AGENDA: 2. 2424 Jefferson – on consent - Use Permit #ZP2023-0082 to demolish a portion of a rear deck and construct a 26 sq ft addition to an existing single-family dwelling on a lot that exceeds lot coverage standards
3. 1798 Scenic Avenue – on consent – Use Permit Modification #ZP2023-0086 to modify the project originally approved under ZP#2021-0106 to change the ground floor use of Holbrook Hall at the Pacific School of Religion for higher education to a middle school. There are no changes proposed to the enrollment capacity. In Hillside Overly, Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone 2,
4. 2996 Telegraph at Ashby – on action – Use Permit #ZP2020-0055 to construct a 1704 sq ft self-service car wash, includes a gas station, quick food service and convenience store, new 165-foot long wall at the west and north property lines, two new EV charging stations
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zoning-adjustments-board
Saturday, September 30, 2023 - no City meetings or events found
Sunday, October 1, 2023 - no City meetings or events found
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AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm, September 26, 2023
DRAFT AGENDA for October 10, 2023
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1611609558
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 160 9558
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.
2.Hollander, Economic Development – Write-off of a delinquent revolving loan fund (RLF) Balance of $25,000 oved by Kidventurez, Inc.
3.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitation and requests for RFP
4.Warhuus, HHCS – Revenue Contracts: Aging Services Programs, FY 2024-2026, a. Congregate Meals $213,000, b. Home Delivered Meals $440,000, Family Caregiver Support Program $126,500, d. Senior Center Activities $136,000, e. Information and assistance Services $460,000
5.Warhuus, HHCS – Amend Contract add $10,760 total $139,400 with City Data Services to Develop and maintain Homelessness Prevention reporting module in online data management utilized by HHCS
6.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Establish classification and salary range for Graphic Designer hourly $39.5233 - $48.5000 annually $82,208.4870 - $100,880.0000
7.Klein, Planning – Contract $128,375 from 12/1/2023 – 11/31/2028 with EdgeSoft for Data Automation Services and Support for Toxics Management Division
8.Louis, Police – Contract (appears to be amendment though not listed as such) for $344,500 total not to exceed $425,000 with Flock Safety to provide ALPR Cameras Services and extend term to two years from date of implementations,
9.Garland, Public Works – Amend Contract #32300191 add $150,000 total $260,000 with Pacific Site Management for Landscaping Services for Public works and HHCS
10.Garland, Public works – Amend Contract #108037-1 add $350,000 total $480,000 with MSR Mechanical, LLC for on-call heating, ventilation and air conditioning services
11.Garland, Public Works – Grant Application to BART for $2,300,000 from the Safe Routes to BART (SR2B) Grant Program to help close the funding gap for construction of safety-related improvements to the Ohlone Greenway
12.Garland, Public Works – Purchase Order: $2,050,000 for four Front Loaders with Western Truck Center
13.Elmwood BID Advisory Board – Renewal of the Elmwood Ave. BID (Business Improvement District for 2024 Calendar Year
14.Solano Avenue BID Advisory Board - Renewal of the Solano Ave. BID for 2024 Calendar Year
INFORMATION REPORTS:
15.Hollander, Economic Development - FY 2024 Civic Arts Grants Awards
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for Regular 6 pm Meeting on October 3, 2023
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1600539994
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 053 9994
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
3.2nd reading – Authorizing Lease of 830 University to Lifelong Medical Care
4.Robinson – Appointment to Police Accountability Board (PAB)
5.Radu, City Manager Office – Revenue Contract with City of Emeryville for Animal Care Services for $235,548 for 10/6/2023 – 6/30/2023
6.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations $9,284,266, Housing Inspection Software $150,000, sidewalk Repair Project $1,181,266, Whistleblower Hotline $100,000, Library Technology Roadmap $100,000. Berkeley Marina Docks D & E Replacement Project $7,753,00
7.Fong, IT – Amend Contract No. 9791 add $279,750 total $900,750 for 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2023 with Environmental Systems Research Institute, Inc. for Enterprise Graphical Information system (GIS) Software License Maintenance and Support
8.Fong, IT - Modify Contract No. 114382-1, add $115,016 total $261,922 from 7/1/2014 – 6/30/2026
AGENDA on ACTION:
9.Sprague, Fire – Ambulance Transport Fee Increase
10.Klein, Planning – Amendments to title 23 ADU Ordinance – (on 9-19-2023 the council was split 4 to 4, Councilmember Harrison was away representing the City at a conference)
11.Friedrichsen, Budget Manager – Berkeley’s Financial Condition (FY 2012 – FY 2021) Pension Liabilities and Infrastructure Needs
INFORMATION REPORTS:
12.Oyekanmi, Finance – Sanctuary City Contracting Compliance Report for FY 2023
13.Louis, Police - Update on the Implementation of Fair and Impartial Policing Task Force Recommendations
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LAND USE CALENDAR PUBLIC HEARINGS:
Worth Noting:
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
The City Council Agenda for October 3, 2023 is available for comment. Item 10 Amendments to title 23 ADU Ordinance is back for a vote (on 9-19-2023 the council was split 4 to 4, Councilmember Harrison was away representing the City at a conference).
The go to meetings in bold are Tuesday-Council appeal of 1598 University, Wednesday-Environment and Climate and Disaster and Fire Safety Commissions, Thursday-Community Health Commission.
- Tuesday:
- At 2:30 pm the Agenda Committee meets in the Hybrid format.
- At 5 pm the Council meets in closed session.
- At 6 pm Council hears 2-ZAB appeals 705 Euclid and 1598 University.
- At 6 pm the Zero Waste Commission meets in person.
- Wednesday:
- At 3 pm the 4x4 Committee meets in the Hybrid format.
- At 6 pm the Civic Arts Commission meets in person.
- At 6 pm the Environment and Climate Commission meets in person on green building policy, native plants and pesticide reduction.
- At 6 pm the PAB meets in the Hybrid format.
- At 7 pm the Disaster and Fire Safety Commission meets in person on the Local Hazard Mitigation Plan, density on Shattuck/Adeline and biolabs
- Thursday:
- At 6:30 pm the Community Health Commission meets in person on Environmental Justice, Long term care oversight and light pollution.
- At 7 pm the ZAB meets in the Hybrid format with a house addition, Pacific School of Religion and a car wash on the agenda.
Activist’s Diary for week ending September 17, 2023 https://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com/issue/2023-09-02/article/50412?headline=A-BERKELEY-ACTIVIST-S-DIARY-week-ending-Sept.-17--Kelly-Hammargren
Bay Area SunShares Solar Discount Program is open from September 1 – November 15, 2023.
Register at: https://www.bayareasunshares.org/
If you know someone needing assistance with overdue water bills, refer them to the Low Income Household Waster Assistance Program (LIWAP) Program has been extended, however, applications need to be submitted asap https://www.ebmud.com/customers/customer-assistance-program/financial-relief-customers-behind-water-bills-during-pandemic
Directions with links to ZOOM support for activating Closed Captioning and Save Transcript are at the bottom of this calendar.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, September 24, 2023 – no City meetings or events found
Monday, September 25, 2023 – Yom Kippur – no City Meetings
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TUESDAY, September 26, 2023
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1611609558
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 160 9558
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 10/10//2023 draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda below at the end of the list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Workssessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, REFERRED ITEMS FOR REVIEW: 8.a. Discussion of Potential Changes to City Council Legislative Process, 8.b. Discussion Regarding Design and Strengthening of Policy Committees Process and Structure (Including Budget Referrals) UNSCHEDULED ITEMS: 9. Modifications or Improvements to City Council Meeting Procedures, 10. Strengthening and Supporting City Commission: Guidance on Development of Legislative Proposals, 11. Discussion and Recommendations on the Continued Use of the Berkeley Considers Online Engagement Portal. https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
CITY COUNCIL Closed Session at 5 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1614522259
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 452 2259
AGENDA: 1. Conference with legal counsel – anticipated litigation, a. Claim of D.L. Falk Construction Inc.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1611020299
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 102 0299
AGENDA: 1. ZAB Appeal: 705 Euclid Ave, Use Permit #ZP2022-0104 to construct a new 3-story 4,528 sq ft single family dwelling with 2 parking spaces and associated retaining walls located in the setbacks on a 6,024 sq ft vacant lot. Project is in Hillside Overlay in Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone 2, 2. ZAB Appeal: 1598 University, Use Permit ZP#2022-0099 to demolish a non-residential building and construct a 127,472 sq ft, 8-story (89 feet 2 inches) mixed-use residential building with 207 dwelling units (21 very low-income), 5,943 sq ft commercial space, 39 automobile parking spaces, 92 parking spaces, utilizing State Density Bonus.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
ZERO WASTE COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: 1326 Allston Way, City of Berkeley Corporation Yard Ratcliff Building, Willow Room
AGENDA: 6:30 pm – 6. Staff Updates Progress on SB-1383 Implementation, SUDs Ordinance Enforcement, Plastic Bag Ordinance, Staffing, Discussion/Action Items: 6:50 pm – 1 Berkeley Food Network Presentation, 7:05 pm – 2. Strategic Plan Progress, 7:40 pm – Report out from the Sub-Committee to Review Green Building Requirements, 7:50 pm – Discuss Legislative Updates.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zero-waste-commission
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WEDNESDAY, September 27, 2023
4x4 JOINT TASK FORCE COMMITTEE on HOUSING at 3 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Cypress Room, 1st Floor
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1615140325?pwd=Z3N1c1JDeVVaK2RMT1k0N0lHcXUydz09
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252
Meeting ID: 161 514 0325 Passcode: 065975
AGENDA: 6. Discussion recent eviction activities, 7. Demolition Ordinance, 8. Update on Ronald V. Dellums Fair Chance Access to Housing Ordinance, 9. Meeting schedule.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/4x4-joint-task-force-committee-housing
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Russell, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library
AGENDA: 6. Presentations, Discussion & Action: a) Recommendation approve Nigel Sussman Mural for Fire Station 5, b) Presentation Utility Box Mural Program recommendations, c) Recommend Masako Miki wall project, Recommendation reject all proposals for sculpture opportunity,
d) Recommendation integration of public art into the Waterfront Specific Plan, e) Update - Queen Shamiram Sculpture (not happening)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
DISASTER and FIRE SAFETY COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 997 Cedar, Fire Department Training Center
AGENDA: 5. Request that the Commission forward the Janice Thomas August 27, 2023 letter “RE: State Fire Marshal’s Recommendation for Panoramic Hill” to City Council, UC Berkeley President and the UC President and Board, 6. Staff presentation on 2024 Local Hazard Mitigation Plan Update process, 7. Discussion on impact of increased density due to new developments along Shattuck/Adeline, 8. Discussion on biolabs and other large facilities, hazardous materials contained therein and potential emergency response impacts and challenges, 9. Discussion to write a Commendation to Chief Sprague for the Master Facilities Plan, 10. Update on the City’s progress of evaluating and regulating non-ductile concrete structures.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/disaster-and-fire-safety-commission
ENVIRONMENT and CLIMATE COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 7. Updated Environment & Climate Commission calendar, 8. Presentation & Discussion Municipal Energy Use and Green Building Policy a. Green Building and LEED Requirements – Resolution #62284, b. Energy Commission FY 2023-2024 Budget Recommendation – 11/30/2022 Council report, 9. Presentation & Discussion: Native Plants & Pesticide Reduction Subcommittee
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/environment-and-climate-commission
POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD (PAB) at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82653396072
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 826 5339 6072
AGENDA: 3. Public Comment is taken at the beginning and end of meeting not with agenda items. Comment may be on anything within the jurisdiction of the PAB including evening agenda, 5. ODPA Staff report – introduction of Carianna Arredondo, assistant to the City Manager for Reimagining Public safety, 6. Chair and Board Reports, 7. Chief Report on crime/cases of interest, community engagement/department events, staffing, training and other items of interest, 9, a. Presentation of new policy complaints, 10. Public comment, 11. Closed Session.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
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THURSDAY, September 28, 2023
COMMUNITY HEALTH COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
In-Person: 2939 Ellis, Judge Henry Ramsey Jr. South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: Presentation – Sarah Moore on City of Berkeley, Planning Department on Environmental Justice Plan, Discussion and Action items: 7. Council referral on Long Term Care Facility Oversight, 8. Light Pollution
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/community-health-commission
ZONING ADJUSTMENTS BOARD (ZAB) at 7 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81499010985
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 814 9901 0985
AGENDA: 2. 2424 Jefferson – on consent - Use Permit #ZP2023-0082 to demolish a portion of a rear deck and construct a 26 sq ft addition to an existing single-family dwelling on a lot that exceeds lot coverage standards
3. 1798 Scenic Avenue – on consent – Use Permit Modification #ZP2023-0086 to modify the project originally approved under ZP#2021-0106 to change the ground floor use of Holbrook Hall at the Pacific School of Religion for higher education to a middle school. There are no changes proposed to the enrollment capacity. In Hillside Overly, Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone 2,
4. 2996 Telegraph at Ashby – on action – Use Permit #ZP2020-0055 to construct a 1704 sq ft self-service car wash, includes a gas station, quick food service and convenience store, new 165-foot long wall at the west and north property lines, two new EV charging stations
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zoning-adjustments-board
Saturday, September 30, 2023 - no City meetings or events found
Sunday, October 1, 2023 - no City meetings or events found
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AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm, September 26, 2023
DRAFT AGENDA for October 10, 2023
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1611609558
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 160 9558
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1. Numainville, city Clerk - City Council Rules of Procedure and Order revisions
2.Hollander, Economic Development – Write-off of a delinquent revolving loan fund (RLF) Balance of $25,000 oved by Kidventurez, Inc.
3.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitation and requests for RFP
4.Warhuus, HHCS – Revenue Contracts: Aging Services Programs, FY 2024-2026, a. Congregate Meals $213,000, b. Home Delivered Meals $440,000, Family Caregiver Support Program $126,500, d. Senior Center Activities $136,000, e. Information and assistance Services $460,000
5.Warhuus, HHCS – Amend Contract add $10,760 total $139,400 with City Data Services to Develop and maintain Homelessness Prevention reporting module in online data management utilized by HHCS
6.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Establish classification and salary range for Graphic Designer hourly $39.5233 - $48.5000 annually $82,208.4870 - $100,880.0000
7.Klein, Planning – Contract $128,375 from 12/1/2023 – 11/31/2028 with EdgeSoft for Data Automation Services and Support for Toxics Management Division
8.Louis, Police – Contract (appears to be amendment though not listed as such) for $344,500 total not to exceed $425,000 with Flock Safety to provide ALPR Cameras Services and extend term to two years from date of implementations,
9.Garland, Public Works – Amend Contract #32300191 add $150,000 total $260,000 with Pacific Site Management for Landscaping Services for Public works and HHCS
10.Garland, Public works – Amend Contract #108037-1 add $350,000 total $480,000 with MSR Mechanical, LLC for on-call heating, ventilation and air conditioning services
11.Garland, Public Works – Grant Application to BART for $2,300,000 from the Safe Routes to BART (SR2B) Grant Program to help close the funding gap for construction of safety-related improvements to the Ohlone Greenway
12.Garland, Public Works – Purchase Order: $2,050,000 for four Front Loaders with Western Truck Center
13.Elmwood BID Advisory Board – Renewal of the Elmwood Ave. BID (Business Improvement District for 2024 Calendar Year
14.Solano Avenue BID Advisory Board - Renewal of the Solano Ave. BID for 2024 Calendar Year
INFORMATION REPORTS:
15.Hollander, Economic Development - FY 2024 Civic Arts Grants Awards
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for Regular 6 pm Meeting on October 3, 2023
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1600539994
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 053 9994
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1. 2nd reading – Utility easement: Bolivar Drive – EBMUD, Adopt 2nd reading of Ordinance No. 7,883-N.S. to convey utility easement to EBMUD along Bolivar Drive at Aquatic Park2.2nd reading - Oyekanmi, Finance – 2024 Tax Rate: Transportation Network Company User Tax
3. 2nd reading – Authorizing Lease of 830 University to Lifelong Medical Care
4.Robinson – Appointment to Police Accountability Board (PAB)
5.Radu, City Manager Office – Revenue Contract with City of Emeryville for Animal Care Services for $235,548 for 10/6/2023 – 6/30/2023
6.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations $9,284,266, Housing Inspection Software $150,000, sidewalk Repair Project $1,181,266, Whistleblower Hotline $100,000, Library Technology Roadmap $100,000. Berkeley Marina Docks D & E Replacement Project $7,753,00
7.Fong, IT – Amend Contract No. 9791 add $279,750 total $900,750 for 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2023 with Environmental Systems Research Institute, Inc. for Enterprise Graphical Information system (GIS) Software License Maintenance and Support
8.Fong, IT - Modify Contract No. 114382-1, add $115,016 total $261,922 from 7/1/2014 – 6/30/2026
AGENDA on ACTION:
9.Sprague, Fire – Ambulance Transport Fee Increase
10.Klein, Planning – Amendments to title 23 ADU Ordinance – (on 9-19-2023 the council was split 4 to 4, Councilmember Harrison was away representing the City at a conference)
11.Friedrichsen, Budget Manager – Berkeley’s Financial Condition (FY 2012 – FY 2021) Pension Liabilities and Infrastructure Needs
INFORMATION REPORTS:
12.Oyekanmi, Finance – Sanctuary City Contracting Compliance Report for FY 2023
13.Louis, Police - Update on the Implementation of Fair and Impartial Policing Task Force Recommendations
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LAND USE CALENDAR PUBLIC HEARINGS:
- 705 Euclid Avenue (new single family dwelling) 9/26/2023
- 1598 University Avenue (Construct 8-story mixed-use building) – date 9/26/2023
- 3000 Shattuck Avenue (Construct 10-story mixed-use building) – TBD
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
- October 10 at 4 pm Potential Changes & Enhancements to the City Council Legislative Process
- November 2, 2023 - Draft Waterfront Specific Plan
- Proposed December 5, 2023 – Re-Imagining Public Safety Update – ( to be the only action item of the evening, Wengraf and Arreguin will be absent on December 5)
UNSCHEDULED WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS
- Fire Department Standards of Coverage & Community Risk Assessment
- Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation
- Presentation on Homelessness/Re-Housing/Thousand-Person Plan
PAST MEETINGS with reports worth reading:
- May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report, Wildfire Prevention Plan https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-special-meeting-eagenda-may-16-2023-6-pm
- June 20 (WS) - Climate Action Plan & Resilience Update, Berkeley Economic Dashboards Update reports available https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas/city-council-2023-06-20
Worth Noting:
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
The City Council Agenda for October 3, 2023 is available for comment. Item 10 Amendments to title 23 ADU Ordinance is back for a vote (on 9-19-2023 the council was split 4 to 4, Councilmember Harrison was away representing the City at a conference).
The go to meetings in bold are Tuesday-Council appeal of 1598 University, Wednesday-Environment and Climate and Disaster and Fire Safety Commissions, Thursday-Community Health Commission.
- Tuesday:
- At 2:30 pm the Agenda Committee meets in the Hybrid format.
- At 5 pm the Council meets in closed session.
- At 6 pm Council hears 2-ZAB appeals 705 Euclid and 1598 University.
- At 6 pm the Zero Waste Commission meets in person.
- Wednesday:
- At 3 pm the 4x4 Committee meets in the Hybrid format.
- At 6 pm the Civic Arts Commission meets in person.
- At 6 pm the Environment and Climate Commission meets in person on green building policy, native plants and pesticide reduction.
- At 6 pm the PAB meets in the Hybrid format.
- At 7 pm the Disaster and Fire Safety Commission meets in person on the Local Hazard Mitigation Plan, density on Shattuck/Adeline and biolabs
- Thursday:
- At 6:30 pm the Community Health Commission meets in person on Environmental Justice, Long term care oversight and light pollution.
- At 7 pm the ZAB meets in the Hybrid format with a house addition, Pacific School of Religion and a car wash on the agenda.
Activist’s Diary for week ending September 17, 2023 https://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com/issue/2023-09-02/article/50412?headline=A-BERKELEY-ACTIVIST-S-DIARY-week-ending-Sept.-17--Kelly-Hammargren
Bay Area SunShares Solar Discount Program is open from September 1 – November 15, 2023.
Register at: https://www.bayareasunshares.org/
If you know someone needing assistance with overdue water bills, refer them to the Low Income Household Waster Assistance Program (LIWAP) Program has been extended, however, applications need to be submitted asap https://www.ebmud.com/customers/customer-assistance-program/financial-relief-customers-behind-water-bills-during-pandemic
Directions with links to ZOOM support for activating Closed Captioning and Save Transcript are at the bottom of this calendar.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, September 24, 2023 – no City meetings or events found
Monday, September 25, 2023 – Yom Kippur – no City Meetings
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TUESDAY, September 26, 2023
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1611609558
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 160 9558
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 10/10//2023 draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda below at the end of the list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Workssessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, REFERRED ITEMS FOR REVIEW: 8.a. Discussion of Potential Changes to City Council Legislative Process, 8.b. Discussion Regarding Design and Strengthening of Policy Committees Process and Structure (Including Budget Referrals) UNSCHEDULED ITEMS: 9. Modifications or Improvements to City Council Meeting Procedures, 10. Strengthening and Supporting City Commission: Guidance on Development of Legislative Proposals, 11. Discussion and Recommendations on the Continued Use of the Berkeley Considers Online Engagement Portal. https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
CITY COUNCIL Closed Session at 5 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1614522259
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 452 2259
AGENDA: 1. Conference with legal counsel – anticipated litigation, a. Claim of D.L. Falk Construction Inc.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1611020299
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 102 0299
AGENDA: 1. ZAB Appeal: 705 Euclid Ave, Use Permit #ZP2022-0104 to construct a new 3-story 4,528 sq ft single family dwelling with 2 parking spaces and associated retaining walls located in the setbacks on a 6,024 sq ft vacant lot. Project is in Hillside Overlay in Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone 2, 2. ZAB Appeal: 1598 University, Use Permit ZP#2022-0099 to demolish a non-residential building and construct a 127,472 sq ft, 8-story (89 feet 2 inches) mixed-use residential building with 207 dwelling units (21 very low-income), 5,943 sq ft commercial space, 39 automobile parking spaces, 92 parking spaces, utilizing State Density Bonus.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
ZERO WASTE COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: 1326 Allston Way, City of Berkeley Corporation Yard Ratcliff Building, Willow Room
AGENDA: 6:30 pm – 6. Staff Updates Progress on SB-1383 Implementation, SUDs Ordinance Enforcement, Plastic Bag Ordinance, Staffing, Discussion/Action Items: 6:50 pm – 1 Berkeley Food Network Presentation, 7:05 pm – 2. Strategic Plan Progress, 7:40 pm – Report out from the Sub-Committee to Review Green Building Requirements, 7:50 pm – Discuss Legislative Updates.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zero-waste-commission
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WEDNESDAY, September 27, 2023
4x4 JOINT TASK FORCE COMMITTEE on HOUSING at 3 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Cypress Room, 1st Floor
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1615140325?pwd=Z3N1c1JDeVVaK2RMT1k0N0lHcXUydz09
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252
Meeting ID: 161 514 0325 Passcode: 065975
AGENDA: 6. Discussion recent eviction activities, 7. Demolition Ordinance, 8. Update on Ronald V. Dellums Fair Chance Access to Housing Ordinance, 9. Meeting schedule.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/4x4-joint-task-force-committee-housing
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Russell, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library
AGENDA: 6. Presentations, Discussion & Action: a) Recommendation approve Nigel Sussman Mural for Fire Station 5, b) Presentation Utility Box Mural Program recommendations, c) Recommend Masako Miki wall project, Recommendation reject all proposals for sculpture opportunity,
d) Recommendation integration of public art into the Waterfront Specific Plan, e) Update - Queen Shamiram Sculpture (not happening)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
DISASTER and FIRE SAFETY COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 997 Cedar, Fire Department Training Center
AGENDA: 5. Request that the Commission forward the Janice Thomas August 27, 2023 letter “RE: State Fire Marshal’s Recommendation for Panoramic Hill” to City Council, UC Berkeley President and the UC President and Board, 6. Staff presentation on 2024 Local Hazard Mitigation Plan Update process, 7. Discussion on impact of increased density due to new developments along Shattuck/Adeline, 8. Discussion on biolabs and other large facilities, hazardous materials contained therein and potential emergency response impacts and challenges, 9. Discussion to write a Commendation to Chief Sprague for the Master Facilities Plan, 10. Update on the City’s progress of evaluating and regulating non-ductile concrete structures.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/disaster-and-fire-safety-commission
ENVIRONMENT and CLIMATE COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 7. Updated Environment & Climate Commission calendar, 8. Presentation & Discussion Municipal Energy Use and Green Building Policy a. Green Building and LEED Requirements – Resolution #62284, b. Energy Commission FY 2023-2024 Budget Recommendation – 11/30/2022 Council report, 9. Presentation & Discussion: Native Plants & Pesticide Reduction Subcommittee
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/environment-and-climate-commission
POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD (PAB) at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82653396072
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 826 5339 6072
AGENDA: 3. Public Comment is taken at the beginning and end of meeting not with agenda items. Comment may be on anything within the jurisdiction of the PAB including evening agenda, 5. ODPA Staff report – introduction of Carianna Arredondo, assistant to the City Manager for Reimagining Public safety, 6. Chair and Board Reports, 7. Chief Report on crime/cases of interest, community engagement/department events, staffing, training and other items of interest, 9, a. Presentation of new policy complaints, 10. Public comment, 11. Closed Session.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
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THURSDAY, September 28, 2023
COMMUNITY HEALTH COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
In-Person: 2939 Ellis, Judge Henry Ramsey Jr. South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: Presentation – Sarah Moore on City of Berkeley, Planning Department on Environmental Justice Plan, Discussion and Action items: 7. Council referral on Long Term Care Facility Oversight, 8. Light Pollution
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/community-health-commission
ZONING ADJUSTMENTS BOARD (ZAB) at 7 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81499010985
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 814 9901 0985
AGENDA: 2. 2424 Jefferson – on consent - Use Permit #ZP2023-0082 to demolish a portion of a rear deck and construct a 26 sq ft addition to an existing single-family dwelling on a lot that exceeds lot coverage standards
3. 1798 Scenic Avenue – on consent – Use Permit Modification #ZP2023-0086 to modify the project originally approved under ZP#2021-0106 to change the ground floor use of Holbrook Hall at the Pacific School of Religion for higher education to a middle school. There are no changes proposed to the enrollment capacity. In Hillside Overly, Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone 2,
4. 2996 Telegraph at Ashby – on action – Use Permit #ZP2020-0055 to construct a 1704 sq ft self-service car wash, includes a gas station, quick food service and convenience store, new 165-foot long wall at the west and north property lines, two new EV charging stations
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zoning-adjustments-board
Saturday, September 30, 2023 - no City meetings or events found
Sunday, October 1, 2023 - no City meetings or events found
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AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm, September 26, 2023
DRAFT AGENDA for October 10, 2023
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1611609558
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 160 9558
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.
2.Hollander, Economic Development – Write-off of a delinquent revolving loan fund (RLF) Balance of $25,000 oved by Kidventurez, Inc.
3.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitation and requests for RFP
4.Warhuus, HHCS – Revenue Contracts: Aging Services Programs, FY 2024-2026, a. Congregate Meals $213,000, b. Home Delivered Meals $440,000, Family Caregiver Support Program $126,500, d. Senior Center Activities $136,000, e. Information and assistance Services $460,000
5.Warhuus, HHCS – Amend Contract add $10,760 total $139,400 with City Data Services to Develop and maintain Homelessness Prevention reporting module in online data management utilized by HHCS
6.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Establish classification and salary range for Graphic Designer hourly $39.5233 - $48.5000 annually $82,208.4870 - $100,880.0000
7.Klein, Planning – Contract $128,375 from 12/1/2023 – 11/31/2028 with EdgeSoft for Data Automation Services and Support for Toxics Management Division
8.Louis, Police – Contract (appears to be amendment though not listed as such) for $344,500 total not to exceed $425,000 with Flock Safety to provide ALPR Cameras Services and extend term to two years from date of implementations,
9.Garland, Public Works – Amend Contract #32300191 add $150,000 total $260,000 with Pacific Site Management for Landscaping Services for Public works and HHCS
10.Garland, Public works – Amend Contract #108037-1 add $350,000 total $480,000 with MSR Mechanical, LLC for on-call heating, ventilation and air conditioning services
11.Garland, Public Works – Grant Application to BART for $2,300,000 from the Safe Routes to BART (SR2B) Grant Program to help close the funding gap for construction of safety-related improvements to the Ohlone Greenway
12.Garland, Public Works – Purchase Order: $2,050,000 for four Front Loaders with Western Truck Center
13.Elmwood BID Advisory Board – Renewal of the Elmwood Ave. BID (Business Improvement District for 2024 Calendar Year
14.Solano Avenue BID Advisory Board - Renewal of the Solano Ave. BID for 2024 Calendar Year
INFORMATION REPORTS:
15.Hollander, Economic Development - FY 2024 Civic Arts Grants Awards
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for Regular 6 pm Meeting on October 3, 2023
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1600539994
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 053 9994
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
- 2nd reading – Utility easement: Bolivar Drive – EBMUD, Adopt 2nd reading of Ordinance No. 7,883-N.S. to convey utility easement to EBMUD along Bolivar Drive at Aquatic Park
3.2nd reading – Authorizing Lease of 830 University to Lifelong Medical Care
4.Robinson – Appointment to Police Accountability Board (PAB)
5.Radu, City Manager Office – Revenue Contract with City of Emeryville for Animal Care Services for $235,548 for 10/6/2023 – 6/30/2023
6.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations $9,284,266, Housing Inspection Software $150,000, sidewalk Repair Project $1,181,266, Whistleblower Hotline $100,000, Library Technology Roadmap $100,000. Berkeley Marina Docks D & E Replacement Project $7,753,00
7.Fong, IT – Amend Contract No. 9791 add $279,750 total $900,750 for 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2023 with Environmental Systems Research Institute, Inc. for Enterprise Graphical Information system (GIS) Software License Maintenance and Support
8.Fong, IT - Modify Contract No. 114382-1, add $115,016 total $261,922 from 7/1/2014 – 6/30/2026
AGENDA on ACTION:
9.Sprague, Fire – Ambulance Transport Fee Increase
10.Klein, Planning – Amendments to title 23 ADU Ordinance – (on 9-19-2023 the council was split 4 to 4, Councilmember Harrison was away representing the City at a conference)
11.Friedrichsen, Budget Manager – Berkeley’s Financial Condition (FY 2012 – FY 2021) Pension Liabilities and Infrastructure Needs
INFORMATION REPORTS:
12.Oyekanmi, Finance – Sanctuary City Contracting Compliance Report for FY 2023
13.Louis, Police - Update on the Implementation of Fair and Impartial Policing Task Force Recommendations
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LAND USE CALENDAR PUBLIC HEARINGS:
- 705 Euclid Avenue (new single family dwelling) 9/26/2023
- 1598 University Avenue (Construct 8-story mixed-use building) – date 9/26/2023
- 3000 Shattuck Avenue (Construct 10-story mixed-use building) – TBD
- October 10 at 4 pm Potential Changes & Enhancements to the City Council Legislative Process
- November 2, 2023 - Draft Waterfront Specific Plan
- Proposed December 5, 2023 – Re-Imagining Public Safety Update – ( to be the only action item of the evening, Wengraf and Arreguin will be absent on December 5)
- Fire Department Standards of Coverage & Community Risk Assessment
- Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation
- Presentation on Homelessness/Re-Housing/Thousand-Person Plan
- May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report, Wildfire Prevention Plan https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-special-meeting-eagenda-may-16-2023-6-pm
- June 20 (WS) - Climate Action Plan & Resilience Update, Berkeley Economic Dashboards Update reports available https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas/city-council-2023-06-20
September 17 - September 24, 2023
Worth Noting:
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
Register at: https://www.bayareasunshares.org/
Free on-day household hazardous waste drop-off event in Albany, Sunday, September 24, Event is full
Library Service Survey https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/CABERKE/bulletins/36ee2d5
If you know someone needing assistance with overdue water bills, refer them to the Low Income Household Waster Assistance Program (LIWAP) Program has been extended, however, applications need to be submitted asap https://www.ebmud.com/customers/customer-assistance-program/financial-relief-customers-behind-water-bills-during-pandemic
Directions with links to ZOOM support for activating Closed Captioning and Save Transcript are at the bottom of this calendar.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, September 17, 2023
FIRE READY FESTIVAL from 10 am – 2 pm
In-Person: At Live Oak Park, 1301 Shattuck
https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/CABERKE/bulletins/36f3c40
Monday, September 18, 2023
CITY COUNCIL - PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE at 10:30 am
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1604354226
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 435 4226
AGENDA: 2. Audit Recommendation Status – City of Berkeley Police Department.
Audit Recommendation Status presented to Budget and Finance Committee on September 14, 2023 https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/legislative-body-meeting-attachments/2023-09-14%20Budget%20Committee%20Item%2007%20Audit%20Recommendation%20%28Presentation%29.pdf
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-public-safety
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1611095018
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 109 5018
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 3/21/2023 draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda below at the end of the list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Workssessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, REFERRED ITEMS FOR REVIEW: 8.a. Discussion of Potential Changes to City Council Legislative Process, 8.b. Discussion Regarding Design and Strengthening of Policy Committees Process and Structure (Including Budget Referrals) UNSCHEDULED ITEMS: 9. Modifications or Improvements to City Council Meeting Procedures, 10. Strengthening and Supporting City Commission: Guidance on Development of Legislative Proposals, 11. Discussion and Recommendations on the Continued Use of the Berkeley Considers Online Engagement Portal.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
CITY COUNCIL Closed Session at 4:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1610332476
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 033 2476
AGENDA: 1.a. Workers Comp ADJ15348795 and ADJ15456130, b. Workers Comp #Ber2200121
c. Rena Fisher, Kathi Pugh, and Helen Walsh v. City of Berkeley, d. Harrison v Martinez et al. Alameda Co Superior Court #22CV09169, 2. Conference with Real Property Negotiators 921-927 Parker Street.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Tuesday, September 19, 2023
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION Public Art Subcommittee at 3 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1601608901
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252
Meeting ID: 160 160 8901
AGENDA: Discussion with possible action a) Mural for Fire Station #5, b) Approval of selected artwork proposals for Aquatic Park, c) Queen Shamiram Donation, d) Staff report.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1609353651
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 935 3651
AGENDA: Use the link and choose the html option or see the agenda listed at the end of the calendar.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Wednesday, September 20, 2023
COMMISSION on the STATUS of WOMEN at 7 pm
In-Person: At 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 7. Presentation from National Housing Law Project on Abuse and Exploitation of Older Weomen in the Housing Market, 8. Discussion on how commission recommendations are made to Council, 9. Recommendation to Council on development of sex trafficking resources in Berkeley, 10. Development of subcommittees, 11. Finalize workplan.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-status-women
Commission on Aging usually meets the 3rd Wednesday at 1:30 pm at the North Berkeley Senior Center. As of 3:30 pm Saturday, September 16, 2023 there is no posted meeting.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-aging
Commission on Labor usually meets the 3rd Wednesday at 7 pm at the South Berkeley Senior Center. As of 3:30 pm Saturday, September 16, 2023 there is no posted meeting.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-labor
Human Welfare and Community Action Commission usually meets the 3rd Wednesday at 7 pm at the South Berkeley Senior Center. As of 3:30 pm Saturday, September 16, 2023 there is no posted meeting.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/human-welfare-and-community-action-commission
Thursday, September 21, 2023
FAIR CAMPAIGN PRACTICES COMMISSION (FCPC) / OPEN GOVERNMENT COMMISSION (OGC) at 6:30 pm
In-Person: At 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: FCPC 6. Berkeley Election Reform Act (BERA) Clean-Up Amendments to ensure consistency with Contribution Limit Cost of Living Adjustment, 7. Report from subcommittee on contribution limits under BMC 2.12.415, OGV 9. Letter from Jim McGrath raising concerns regarding compliance with the Open Government Ordinance, Public Records Act and Brown Act., 10. Report from subcommittee reviewing policies and practices related to City Council meeting public commenting, access and public participation.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/fair-campaign-practices-commission
DEISGN REVIEW COMMITTEE (DRC) at 6:30 pm (note new time)
In-Person: At 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Aspen Room
AGENDA: 2480 Bancroft Way – Final Design Review – demolish 1-story retail building and construct 8-story 95 feet mixed use building with 2,066 sq ft commercial and 28 dwelling units including 2 very low income units, Communications North Berkeley Housing Project 9/11/2023 presentation documents.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/design-review-committee
MENTAL HEALTH COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: At 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Poppy Room
AGENDA: 3. SCU update, 4. Discussion of the implications for Berkeley of the CARE Act, which is described in the DHCS/JC/CalHHS, 5. Review and vote of draft letter regarding the MHC recommendation on MHSA “Mobile Encampment Wellness Project, 6. Subcommittee reports, 7. Create a subcommittee concerning the Governor’s plan for “Transformation of Behavioral Health Services, 8. Summary on the state agenda for changing the state public behavioral health system.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/mental-health-commission
TRANSPORTATION and INFRASTRUCTURE COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: At 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Dining Room
AGENDA Discussion/Action: 1. Jeronimus Alley Naming Recommendation – renaming 5 ½ street, an alley that runs parallel to 5th and 6th streets between Camelia and Virginia, 2. City of Berkeley’s Street Rehabilitation Five Year Plan for Fiscal Years 2024 – 2028 includes staff presentation of plan.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/transportation-and-infrastructure-commission
BOARD of LIBRARY TRUSTEES Special Meeting at 6 pm
In-Person: At 1125 University, West Branch
AGENDA: II. Action Trustee Interviews
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
RENT BOARD at 7 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81315510979?pwd=LytGV2RZUDNrNVl4NHRJWkhHcVhSUT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 813 1551 0979 Passcode: 101882
AGENDA: 6. Special Presentation 2022 Berkeley Tenant Survey Summary Report, 7. Special Presentation: State Legislative Report, 9. Appeal Case No. T-6014 (2425 Fulton, Unit 4).
https://rentboard.berkeleyca.gov/elected-rent-board/rent-board-meetings
Friday, September 22, 2023
MOVIES in the PARK, THE WAR WITH GRANDPA from 7:15 pm – 9 pm
At 1201 Euclid, Cordornices Park
Bring blankets, sleeping bags and/or low-back beach chairs with maximum height of 9 inches off the ground. A flashlight or headlamp makes walking out at the end of the night easier. This is an alcohol-free event.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/movies-park-war-grandpa
Saturday, September 23, 2023
TREE PLANTING from 9 am – 1:30 pm
OHLONE PARK PLAYGROUND RIBBON CUTTING at 1:30 pm following tree planting
At Ohlone Park between Milvia and Bonita
For tree planting wear closed-toed shoes and wear clothes that are okay to get a little dirty.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/ohlone-park-playgrounds-ribbon-cutting-and-tree-planting
CALIFORNIA COASTAL CLEANUP DAY from 9 am – 12 pm
Pre-Register at: https://rec.berkeleyca.gov/CA/berkeley-ca/catalog/index/c0b08bcfedb1adf2347c415e83e356f8?filter=c2VhcmNoPUNhbGlmb3JuaWE=
Meet at 160 University
Bring a bucket or reusable bag, a pair of lightweight gardening gloves and a filled, reusable water bottle.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/california-coastal-cleanup-day
WATERFRONT SPECIFIC PLAN OPEN HOUSE from 11 am – 1 pm
At 160 University, Nature Center at Shorebird Park
Read the Waterfront Specific Plan at https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/documents/WSP%20PUBLIC%20DRAFT%202023-09-11%20v2.pdf
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/waterfront-specific-plan-open-house
Sunday, September 24, 2023
The special Hazardous Waste Drop-off event required pre-registration – all appointments are full.
Dropping off Hazardous Household waste at the Alameda County Household Hazardous Waste site at 2100 East 7th Street, Oakland 94606 does not require an appointment. Check the website for days and hours for drop-off.
https://www.stopwaste.org/at-home/household-hazardous-waste/residential-hhw-drop-off-service/oakland-hhw-facility
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AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm, September 18, 2023
DRAFT AGENDA for October 3, 2023
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1611095018
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 109 5018
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
3.Radu, City Manager Office – Revenue Contract with City of Emeryville for Animal Care Services for $235,548 for 10/6/2023 – 6/30/2023
4.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations
5.Fong, IT – Amend Contract No. 9791 add $279,750 total $900,750 for 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2023 with Environmental Systems Research Institute, Inc. for Enterprise Graphical Information system (GIS) Software License Maintenance and Support
6.Fong, IT - Modify Contract No. 114382-1, add $115,016 total $261,922 from 7/1/2014 – 6/30/2026
AGENDA on ACTION:
7.Sprague, Fire – Ambulance Transport Fee Increase
8.Friedrichsen, Budget Manager – Berkeley’s Financial Condition (FY 2012 – FY 2021) Pension Liabilities and Infrastructure Needs
INFORMATION REPORTS:
9.Oyekanmi, Finance – Sanctuary City Contracting Compliance Report for FY 2023
10.Louis, Police - Update on the Implementation of Fair and Impartial Policing Task Force Recommendations
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for Regular 6 pm Meeting on September 19, 2023
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1609353651
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 935 3651
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.Radu, City Manager’s Office – Amend Contract #32200202 add $5,362,043 total $8,367,313 extending lease at 1461 University for interim non-congregate shelter program at this location
2.Radu, City Manager’s Office – Contract with Housing Consortium of the East Bay (HCEB) to operate shelter at 1461 University, Rodeway Inn.
3.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations and Request for Proposals $22,472,259, Berkeley Fire Station Landscape Project $172,259, Street Rehab $14,000,000. Berkeley Water Transportation Ferry Pier Project Traffic & Parking $150,000, Berkeley Water Transportation Ferry Pier Project Design $5,800,000, Berkeley Water Transportation Project EIR $2,200,000, TOTAL for PIER & FERRY $8,150,000, HARD HATS labor compliance consultant $150,000
4.Oyekanmi, Finance – 2024 Tax Rate: Transportation Network Company User Tax (Uber, Lyft, etc) 56.162 cents individual, $27.424 pooled for rides originating in Berkeley
5.Warhuus, HHCS – Contract $2,802,400 through 6/30/2028 with Options Recovery Services for encampment-based mobile wellness center project
6.Warhuus, HHCS – Authorize Lease 830 University to Lifelong Medical Care
7.Louis, Police – Revenue Grant $269,000 accept Selective Traffic Enforcement Program (STEP) grant with CA Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) period 10/1/2023 – 9/30/2023
8.Louis, Police – Revenue Grant $59,168 accept Cannabis Tax Fund Grant Program (CTFGP) with CA Highway Patrol period 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2023
9.Garland, Public Works – 5 year License Agreement with RM Ventures, LLC, d.b.a. In the Wood Grill & Bar for nonexclusive use of the Elmwood Parking Lot Pedestrian Paseo
10.Garland, Public Works – Amend Contract #32200073 add $508,602 total $1,790,213 and extend from 12/31/2023 to 6/30/2025 with Toole Design Group for engineering design and construction for Southside Complete Streets Project
11.Garland, Public Works – Agreement with Goldsmiths for Strawberry Creek Culvert Repair authorizing cost sharing agreement and release of claims for 10/24/2021 failed culvert under both City right of way and private property, City share $75,000
12.Garland, Public Works – Amend Agreement for Maintenance of State Highways between City and CA Dept of Transportation for new pedestrian hybrid beacon at San Pablo and Virginia, San Pablo and Hearst and new rapid rectangular flashing beacon (RRFB) at Ashby and California
13.Garland, Public Works – Amend Contract #9977C add $1,650,000 total $3,700,000 and extend to 6/30/2029 with Portable Computer Systems dba PCS Mobile for parking and citation services
14.Garland, Public Works – Amend Contracts #32000078 add $300,000 total $475,000 and #32000093 add $100,000 total $600,000 with DC Electric Group, Inc for on-call electric services
15.Garland, Public Works – Contract $375,000 with Turnstone Data, Inc for parking data analytics services period 1/1/2024 to 12/31/2026
16.Arreguin, so-sponsor Hahn, Harrison – Budget Referral $200,000 to November AAO#1with Measure P funds to Berkeley Food Network for FY 2023-2024
AGENDA on ACTION:
17.Klein, Planning – Amendments to Title 23 relating to ADUs to conform to State Law and respond to guidance from CA Dept of Housing and Community Development
18.Arreguin & Robinson, co-sponsor Wengraf – Authorizing City Attorney to Submit an Amicus Brief in Support of the UC Regents in Make UC a Good Neighbor v. Regents of UC
19.Kesarwani, co-sponsor Taplin, Robinson, Wengraf – Referral to City Manager to rezone Gilman from existing Manufacturing (M) to Manufacturing, Research and Development (M-RD) for the planned Pacific Steel Casting site development and to extend the West Berkeley Commercial Zone from Gilman and Ninth West and to refer $250,000 to the FY 2024-2025 for consulting services to assist with the planning process and associated environmental review and economic analyses. (The project plan thus far is to “cap” the toxic waste and build on top of it)
INFORMATION REPORTS:
20.Brown, City Attorney - Settlement of California River Watch of Intent to File Suit
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LAND USE CALENDAR PUBLIC HEARINGS:
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
UNSCHEDULED WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS
PAST MEETINGS with reports worth reading:
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Berkeley Daily Planet postings are currently on hold while the editor recovers from an injury: www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
Worth Noting:
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
- Sunday:
- From 10 am – 2 pm is the Fire Ready Festival at Live Oak Park
- At 12 noon is the test of citywide warning system
- Monday:
- At 10:30 the Public safety Committee meets in the hybrid format
- At 2:30 pm the Agenda Committee meets in the hybrid format
- At 4:30 pm the City Council meets in closed session
- Tuesday:
- At 3 pm the Civic Arts Public Art Subcommittee meets online
- At 6 pm the City Council meets in the hybrid format
- Wednesday: At 7 pm the Commission on the Status of Women meets in person
- Thursday:
- At 7 pm the FCPC/OGC meets in person
- At 6:30 pm the DRC meets in person
- At 7 pm the Mental Health Commission meets in person
- At 7 pm the Transportation and Infrastructure Commission meets in person
- At 6 pm the Board of Library Trustees meets in person
- At 7 pm the Rent Board meets in the hybrid format
- Friday: At 7:15 pm the movie in the park is The War With Grandpa
- Saturday:
- From 9 am – 12 pm is Coastal CleanUp Day
- From 9 am – 1:30 pm is tree planting at Ohlone Park.
- From 11 am – 1 pm is the Waterfront Specific Plan Open House
- At 1:30 pm is the new equipment ribbon cutting at the Ohlone Park Playground
Register at: https://www.bayareasunshares.org/
Free on-day household hazardous waste drop-off event in Albany, Sunday, September 24, Event is full
Library Service Survey https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/CABERKE/bulletins/36ee2d5
If you know someone needing assistance with overdue water bills, refer them to the Low Income Household Waster Assistance Program (LIWAP) Program has been extended, however, applications need to be submitted asap https://www.ebmud.com/customers/customer-assistance-program/financial-relief-customers-behind-water-bills-during-pandemic
Directions with links to ZOOM support for activating Closed Captioning and Save Transcript are at the bottom of this calendar.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, September 17, 2023
FIRE READY FESTIVAL from 10 am – 2 pm
In-Person: At Live Oak Park, 1301 Shattuck
https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/CABERKE/bulletins/36f3c40
Monday, September 18, 2023
CITY COUNCIL - PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE at 10:30 am
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1604354226
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 435 4226
AGENDA: 2. Audit Recommendation Status – City of Berkeley Police Department.
Audit Recommendation Status presented to Budget and Finance Committee on September 14, 2023 https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/legislative-body-meeting-attachments/2023-09-14%20Budget%20Committee%20Item%2007%20Audit%20Recommendation%20%28Presentation%29.pdf
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-public-safety
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1611095018
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 109 5018
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 3/21/2023 draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda below at the end of the list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Workssessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, REFERRED ITEMS FOR REVIEW: 8.a. Discussion of Potential Changes to City Council Legislative Process, 8.b. Discussion Regarding Design and Strengthening of Policy Committees Process and Structure (Including Budget Referrals) UNSCHEDULED ITEMS: 9. Modifications or Improvements to City Council Meeting Procedures, 10. Strengthening and Supporting City Commission: Guidance on Development of Legislative Proposals, 11. Discussion and Recommendations on the Continued Use of the Berkeley Considers Online Engagement Portal.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
CITY COUNCIL Closed Session at 4:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1610332476
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 033 2476
AGENDA: 1.a. Workers Comp ADJ15348795 and ADJ15456130, b. Workers Comp #Ber2200121
c. Rena Fisher, Kathi Pugh, and Helen Walsh v. City of Berkeley, d. Harrison v Martinez et al. Alameda Co Superior Court #22CV09169, 2. Conference with Real Property Negotiators 921-927 Parker Street.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Tuesday, September 19, 2023
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION Public Art Subcommittee at 3 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1601608901
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252
Meeting ID: 160 160 8901
AGENDA: Discussion with possible action a) Mural for Fire Station #5, b) Approval of selected artwork proposals for Aquatic Park, c) Queen Shamiram Donation, d) Staff report.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1609353651
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 935 3651
AGENDA: Use the link and choose the html option or see the agenda listed at the end of the calendar.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Wednesday, September 20, 2023
COMMISSION on the STATUS of WOMEN at 7 pm
In-Person: At 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 7. Presentation from National Housing Law Project on Abuse and Exploitation of Older Weomen in the Housing Market, 8. Discussion on how commission recommendations are made to Council, 9. Recommendation to Council on development of sex trafficking resources in Berkeley, 10. Development of subcommittees, 11. Finalize workplan.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-status-women
Commission on Aging usually meets the 3rd Wednesday at 1:30 pm at the North Berkeley Senior Center. As of 3:30 pm Saturday, September 16, 2023 there is no posted meeting.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-aging
Commission on Labor usually meets the 3rd Wednesday at 7 pm at the South Berkeley Senior Center. As of 3:30 pm Saturday, September 16, 2023 there is no posted meeting.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-labor
Human Welfare and Community Action Commission usually meets the 3rd Wednesday at 7 pm at the South Berkeley Senior Center. As of 3:30 pm Saturday, September 16, 2023 there is no posted meeting.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/human-welfare-and-community-action-commission
Thursday, September 21, 2023
FAIR CAMPAIGN PRACTICES COMMISSION (FCPC) / OPEN GOVERNMENT COMMISSION (OGC) at 6:30 pm
In-Person: At 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: FCPC 6. Berkeley Election Reform Act (BERA) Clean-Up Amendments to ensure consistency with Contribution Limit Cost of Living Adjustment, 7. Report from subcommittee on contribution limits under BMC 2.12.415, OGV 9. Letter from Jim McGrath raising concerns regarding compliance with the Open Government Ordinance, Public Records Act and Brown Act., 10. Report from subcommittee reviewing policies and practices related to City Council meeting public commenting, access and public participation.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/fair-campaign-practices-commission
DEISGN REVIEW COMMITTEE (DRC) at 6:30 pm (note new time)
In-Person: At 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Aspen Room
AGENDA: 2480 Bancroft Way – Final Design Review – demolish 1-story retail building and construct 8-story 95 feet mixed use building with 2,066 sq ft commercial and 28 dwelling units including 2 very low income units, Communications North Berkeley Housing Project 9/11/2023 presentation documents.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/design-review-committee
MENTAL HEALTH COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: At 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Poppy Room
AGENDA: 3. SCU update, 4. Discussion of the implications for Berkeley of the CARE Act, which is described in the DHCS/JC/CalHHS, 5. Review and vote of draft letter regarding the MHC recommendation on MHSA “Mobile Encampment Wellness Project, 6. Subcommittee reports, 7. Create a subcommittee concerning the Governor’s plan for “Transformation of Behavioral Health Services, 8. Summary on the state agenda for changing the state public behavioral health system.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/mental-health-commission
TRANSPORTATION and INFRASTRUCTURE COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: At 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Dining Room
AGENDA Discussion/Action: 1. Jeronimus Alley Naming Recommendation – renaming 5 ½ street, an alley that runs parallel to 5th and 6th streets between Camelia and Virginia, 2. City of Berkeley’s Street Rehabilitation Five Year Plan for Fiscal Years 2024 – 2028 includes staff presentation of plan.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/transportation-and-infrastructure-commission
BOARD of LIBRARY TRUSTEES Special Meeting at 6 pm
In-Person: At 1125 University, West Branch
AGENDA: II. Action Trustee Interviews
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
RENT BOARD at 7 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81315510979?pwd=LytGV2RZUDNrNVl4NHRJWkhHcVhSUT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 813 1551 0979 Passcode: 101882
AGENDA: 6. Special Presentation 2022 Berkeley Tenant Survey Summary Report, 7. Special Presentation: State Legislative Report, 9. Appeal Case No. T-6014 (2425 Fulton, Unit 4).
https://rentboard.berkeleyca.gov/elected-rent-board/rent-board-meetings
Friday, September 22, 2023
MOVIES in the PARK, THE WAR WITH GRANDPA from 7:15 pm – 9 pm
At 1201 Euclid, Cordornices Park
Bring blankets, sleeping bags and/or low-back beach chairs with maximum height of 9 inches off the ground. A flashlight or headlamp makes walking out at the end of the night easier. This is an alcohol-free event.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/movies-park-war-grandpa
Saturday, September 23, 2023
TREE PLANTING from 9 am – 1:30 pm
OHLONE PARK PLAYGROUND RIBBON CUTTING at 1:30 pm following tree planting
At Ohlone Park between Milvia and Bonita
For tree planting wear closed-toed shoes and wear clothes that are okay to get a little dirty.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/ohlone-park-playgrounds-ribbon-cutting-and-tree-planting
CALIFORNIA COASTAL CLEANUP DAY from 9 am – 12 pm
Pre-Register at: https://rec.berkeleyca.gov/CA/berkeley-ca/catalog/index/c0b08bcfedb1adf2347c415e83e356f8?filter=c2VhcmNoPUNhbGlmb3JuaWE=
Meet at 160 University
Bring a bucket or reusable bag, a pair of lightweight gardening gloves and a filled, reusable water bottle.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/california-coastal-cleanup-day
WATERFRONT SPECIFIC PLAN OPEN HOUSE from 11 am – 1 pm
At 160 University, Nature Center at Shorebird Park
Read the Waterfront Specific Plan at https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/documents/WSP%20PUBLIC%20DRAFT%202023-09-11%20v2.pdf
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/waterfront-specific-plan-open-house
Sunday, September 24, 2023
The special Hazardous Waste Drop-off event required pre-registration – all appointments are full.
Dropping off Hazardous Household waste at the Alameda County Household Hazardous Waste site at 2100 East 7th Street, Oakland 94606 does not require an appointment. Check the website for days and hours for drop-off.
https://www.stopwaste.org/at-home/household-hazardous-waste/residential-hhw-drop-off-service/oakland-hhw-facility
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AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm, September 18, 2023
DRAFT AGENDA for October 3, 2023
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1611095018
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 109 5018
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
- 2nd reading – Utility easement: Bolivar Drive – EBMUD, Adopt 2nd reading of Ordinance No. 7,883-N.S. to convey utility easement to EBMUD along Bolivar Drive at Aquatic Park
3.Radu, City Manager Office – Revenue Contract with City of Emeryville for Animal Care Services for $235,548 for 10/6/2023 – 6/30/2023
4.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations
5.Fong, IT – Amend Contract No. 9791 add $279,750 total $900,750 for 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2023 with Environmental Systems Research Institute, Inc. for Enterprise Graphical Information system (GIS) Software License Maintenance and Support
6.Fong, IT - Modify Contract No. 114382-1, add $115,016 total $261,922 from 7/1/2014 – 6/30/2026
AGENDA on ACTION:
7.Sprague, Fire – Ambulance Transport Fee Increase
8.Friedrichsen, Budget Manager – Berkeley’s Financial Condition (FY 2012 – FY 2021) Pension Liabilities and Infrastructure Needs
INFORMATION REPORTS:
9.Oyekanmi, Finance – Sanctuary City Contracting Compliance Report for FY 2023
10.Louis, Police - Update on the Implementation of Fair and Impartial Policing Task Force Recommendations
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for Regular 6 pm Meeting on September 19, 2023
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1609353651
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 935 3651
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.Radu, City Manager’s Office – Amend Contract #32200202 add $5,362,043 total $8,367,313 extending lease at 1461 University for interim non-congregate shelter program at this location
2.Radu, City Manager’s Office – Contract with Housing Consortium of the East Bay (HCEB) to operate shelter at 1461 University, Rodeway Inn.
3.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations and Request for Proposals $22,472,259, Berkeley Fire Station Landscape Project $172,259, Street Rehab $14,000,000. Berkeley Water Transportation Ferry Pier Project Traffic & Parking $150,000, Berkeley Water Transportation Ferry Pier Project Design $5,800,000, Berkeley Water Transportation Project EIR $2,200,000, TOTAL for PIER & FERRY $8,150,000, HARD HATS labor compliance consultant $150,000
4.Oyekanmi, Finance – 2024 Tax Rate: Transportation Network Company User Tax (Uber, Lyft, etc) 56.162 cents individual, $27.424 pooled for rides originating in Berkeley
5.Warhuus, HHCS – Contract $2,802,400 through 6/30/2028 with Options Recovery Services for encampment-based mobile wellness center project
6.Warhuus, HHCS – Authorize Lease 830 University to Lifelong Medical Care
7.Louis, Police – Revenue Grant $269,000 accept Selective Traffic Enforcement Program (STEP) grant with CA Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) period 10/1/2023 – 9/30/2023
8.Louis, Police – Revenue Grant $59,168 accept Cannabis Tax Fund Grant Program (CTFGP) with CA Highway Patrol period 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2023
9.Garland, Public Works – 5 year License Agreement with RM Ventures, LLC, d.b.a. In the Wood Grill & Bar for nonexclusive use of the Elmwood Parking Lot Pedestrian Paseo
10.Garland, Public Works – Amend Contract #32200073 add $508,602 total $1,790,213 and extend from 12/31/2023 to 6/30/2025 with Toole Design Group for engineering design and construction for Southside Complete Streets Project
11.Garland, Public Works – Agreement with Goldsmiths for Strawberry Creek Culvert Repair authorizing cost sharing agreement and release of claims for 10/24/2021 failed culvert under both City right of way and private property, City share $75,000
12.Garland, Public Works – Amend Agreement for Maintenance of State Highways between City and CA Dept of Transportation for new pedestrian hybrid beacon at San Pablo and Virginia, San Pablo and Hearst and new rapid rectangular flashing beacon (RRFB) at Ashby and California
13.Garland, Public Works – Amend Contract #9977C add $1,650,000 total $3,700,000 and extend to 6/30/2029 with Portable Computer Systems dba PCS Mobile for parking and citation services
14.Garland, Public Works – Amend Contracts #32000078 add $300,000 total $475,000 and #32000093 add $100,000 total $600,000 with DC Electric Group, Inc for on-call electric services
15.Garland, Public Works – Contract $375,000 with Turnstone Data, Inc for parking data analytics services period 1/1/2024 to 12/31/2026
16.Arreguin, so-sponsor Hahn, Harrison – Budget Referral $200,000 to November AAO#1with Measure P funds to Berkeley Food Network for FY 2023-2024
AGENDA on ACTION:
17.Klein, Planning – Amendments to Title 23 relating to ADUs to conform to State Law and respond to guidance from CA Dept of Housing and Community Development
18.Arreguin & Robinson, co-sponsor Wengraf – Authorizing City Attorney to Submit an Amicus Brief in Support of the UC Regents in Make UC a Good Neighbor v. Regents of UC
19.Kesarwani, co-sponsor Taplin, Robinson, Wengraf – Referral to City Manager to rezone Gilman from existing Manufacturing (M) to Manufacturing, Research and Development (M-RD) for the planned Pacific Steel Casting site development and to extend the West Berkeley Commercial Zone from Gilman and Ninth West and to refer $250,000 to the FY 2024-2025 for consulting services to assist with the planning process and associated environmental review and economic analyses. (The project plan thus far is to “cap” the toxic waste and build on top of it)
INFORMATION REPORTS:
20.Brown, City Attorney - Settlement of California River Watch of Intent to File Suit
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LAND USE CALENDAR PUBLIC HEARINGS:
- 705 Euclid Avenue (new single family dwelling) 9/26/2023
- 1598 University Avenue (Construct 8-story mixed-use building) – date 9/26/2023
- 3000 Shattuck Avenue (Construct 10-story mixed-use building) – TBD
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
- October 3, 2023 - Staff report on Berkeley's financial condition
- October 10 at 4 pm Potential Changes & Enhancements to the City Council Legislative Process
- November 2, 2023 - Draft Waterfront Specific Plan
UNSCHEDULED WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS
- Proposed December 5, 2023 – Re-Imagining Public Safety Update
- Fire Department Standards of Coverage & Community Risk Assessment
- Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation
- Presentation on Homelessness/Re-Housing/Thousand-Person Plan
PAST MEETINGS with reports worth reading:
- May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report, Wildfire Prevention Plan https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-special-meeting-eagenda-may-16-2023-6-pm
- June 20 (WS) - Climate Action Plan & Resilience Update, Berkeley Economic Dashboards Update reports available https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas/city-council-2023-06-20
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Berkeley Daily Planet postings are currently on hold while the editor recovers from an injury: www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
September 10 - September 17, 2023
Worth Noting:
City Council returns from summer recess on Tuesday. It is getting busy.
The Go To meetings of the week are in bold and underlined. The agenda for parks is unknown
The City Council Regular Meeting Agenda for September 19, 2023 is available for comment.
Check the City website for postings on short notice at https://berkeleyca.gov/
Bay Area SunShares Solar Discount Program is open from September 1 – November 15, 2023.
Register at: https://www.bayareasunshares.org/
Free on-day household hazardous waste drop-off event in Albany, Sunday, September 24, appointment required sign-up early. https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/news/free-one-day-household-hazardous-waste-drop-event-albany-sunday-sept-24
Library Service Survey https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/CABERKE/bulletins/36ee2d5
If you know someone needing assistance with overdue water bills, refer them to the Low Income Household Waster Assistance Program (LIWAP) Program has been extended, however, applications need to be submitted asap https://www.ebmud.com/customers/customer-assistance-program/financial-relief-customers-behind-water-bills-during-pandemic
e-Bike rewards/purchase discount program for Richmond-San Rafael Bridge
https://www.rsrebikecommute.org/s/
Berkeley Daily Planet postings are currently on hold while the editor recovers from an injury: www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, September 10, 2023
SOLANO STROLL from 10 am – 5 pm
https://www.solanoavenueassn.org/events/solano-avenue-stroll/
Monday, September 11, 2023
CITY COUNCIL Closed Session at 3 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1613787641
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 378 7641
AGENDA: 1. Conference with Labor Negotiators, employee organizations: Fire Fighters Association Local 1227 I.A.F.F., Fire Fighters Association Local 1227 I.A.F.F. Fire Chiefs, Berkeley Police Association, SEIU 1021 Community Services and Part-Time Recreation Activity Leaders, SEIU 1021 Maintenance and Clerical, PEU Local 1, Unrepresented Employees, 2. Employee Performance Evaluation City Attorney.
https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-closed-meeting-eagenda-september-11-2023
BART PRESENTATION and OPEN HOUSE from 6 pm – 8 pm
In-Person: At 1701 San Pablo
AGENDA: Presentation from 6 pm – 7 pm followed with open house from 7 pm – 8 pm to provide feedback on Updated/Revised Design and draft Objective Design Standards
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/north-berkeley-bart-presentation-and-open-house
PEACE and JUSTICE COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: At 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 8. Discussion on a Possible Forum Regarding Japan’s Release of readioactive water in the Pacific, now and for the next 30 years
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/peace-and-justice-commission
PERSONNEL BOARD at 7 pm
In-Person: 1301 Shattuck, Live Oak Community Center, Creekside Room
AGENDA: V. Recommendation to Establish Classification and Salary Range – Graphic Designer
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/personnel-board
YOUTH COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
In-Person: At 1730 Oregon
AGENDA: 10. Commission Workplan 2023-2024.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/youth-commission
Tuesday, September 12, 2023
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for Regular 6 pm Meeting on September 12, 2023
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1606796328
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 679 6328
AGENDA: Agenda follows calendar of meetings or use link and choose HTML to view the agenda and choose which agenda items you wish to open to see the documents.
https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-regular-meeting-eagenda-september-12-2023
Wednesday, September 13, 2023
COMMISSION on DISABILITY (CoD) at 5 PM
In-Person: At 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Aspen Room
AGENDA: Staff Updates: 2. ADA Program Coordinator reply to ADA Title III complaints, 3. Messages to CoD re Ohlone Greenway Project, Presentations: 1. Ohlone Greenway Project, 2. CA Commission on Disability Access
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-disability
PARKS, RECREATION, and WATERFRONT COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: not posted as of 3 pm 9/9/2023
AGENDA: not posted as of 3 pm 9/9/2023
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/parks-recreation-and-waterfront-commission
Thursday, September 14, 2023
BUDGET and FINANCE COMMITTEE at 10 am
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1612170326
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 217 0326
AGENDA: 2. Oyekanmi, Finance – Accept the Risk Analysis for Long-Term Debt (Bonding Capacity) Report provided by Government Finance Officers Association, 3. Energy Commission – Recommendation on Climate, Building Electrification and Sustainable Transportation budget priorities staff positions, pilot projects, EV and charging stations, 4.a. Peace and Justice Commission – Refer to budget process two Health Educator Positions $150,000, 4.b. Refer back to commission, 5. Oyekanmi, Finance –Investment Report Update, 6. Warhuus, HHCS – COVID-19 Emergency Rental Assistance, Presentation from the Eviction Defense Center, 7. Louis – Audit Recommendation Status on BPD overtime and security work for outside entities, 8. Garland, Public Works - Audit Status fleet replacement.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-budget-finance
POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD Special Meeting Closed Session at 6:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87621762698
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 876 2176 2698
AGENDA: Conference with Labor Negotiators, Negotiator: Tim Davis, Burke, Williams & Sorensen, LLP, employee organization, Berkeley Police Association.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
ZONING ADJUSTMENT BOARD at 7 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86341722178
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 of 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 863 4172 2178
AGENDA: 2701 Eighth – on consent - #ZP2022-0159 – to change protected industrial use to a non-industrial use within an existing catering business (Standard Fare) to a quick service restaurant with incidental service of beer and wine for on-site consumption and incidental retail sales of beer and wine for off-site consumption
3121 Sacramento – on consent – #ZP2023-0075 – to add service of distilled spirits incidental to food service at an existing restaurant, under a Type 47 ABC license
1201 Second / 699 Gilman – on action – Public Scoping session for EIR and Project Preview for Use Permit #ZP2021-0215 – to demolish existing City of Berkeley Solid Waste and Recycling Transfer Station (SWRTS) and replace with new SWRTS with 2 main buildings, 114,380 sq ft of gross floor area, 195,300 sq ft of unenclosed and paved area and 32,200 sq ft landscaped area.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zoning-adjustments-board
Friday, September 15, 2023 – Reduced Service Day
CLIMATE EMERGENCY MOBILIZATION TASK FORCE from 9 am – 12 pm
Online - Register At: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/climate-indigenous-leadership-registration-656180893717
AGENDA: Climate & Indigenous Leadership
https://www.cemtf.org/
Saturday, September 16, 2023
FIRE READY FESTIVAL from 10 am – 2 pm
In-Person: At Live Oak Park, 1301 Shattuck
https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/CABERKE/bulletins/36f3c40
Sunday, September 17, 2023 – no City meetings or events found
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for Regular 6 pm Meeting on September 12, 2023
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1606796328
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 679 6328
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.Friedrichsen, Budget – Contract $130m176 with Downtown YMCA for Fitness Center Memberships for City Employees, 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2024
2.Ferris, Parks – Amend Contract #32200058 add $35,000 total $185,000 with ACI Payments, Inc for Recreation Online Registration System
3.Ferris, Parks – Stipend for Echo Lake Camp Staff approving $500/week stipend for certain Echo Lake Camp daily-rated staff working in the summer of 2023 starting 7/30/2023
4.Louis, Police – Amend Contract #10092-4 add $1,000,000 total $3,000,000 with Serological Research Institute (SERI) for DNA testing
5.Minutes
6.Establish 2024 City Council Meeting Schedule
7.Numainville, City Clerk - Appointment of new Police Accountability Board Member
8.Numainville, City Clerk – Contract $170,700 with NWestcoast Online Information Systems, Inc. dba NetFile for online campaign report, public financing and Form 700 Filing, processing, web posting, and tracking
9.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations and Request for Proposals $9,990,000 (Derelict Vessel/Debris $90,000, Sanitary Sewer The Alameda, Keeler, Euclid, et al $4,400,000, Sanitary Sewer Virginia, Parker et al $5,500,000
10.Sprague, Fire – Contract $600,000 with Swifthawk, LLC to provide project management and consulting services
11.Sprague, Fire – Amend Contract #32300094 add $228,000 total $308,000 with Restoration Family Counseling Center for Counseling Education and Support
12.Warhuus, HHCS – Accept Future of Public Health Funds from the State of California of $912,213 for each of the following fiscal years 2024, 2025, 2026
13.Warhuus, HHCS – Increase Taxi Scrip Redemption Window Cash Drawer from $15,000 to $20,000
14.Warhuus, HHCS – Contract $175,000 with The Housing Workshop for Social Housing Models & Market Analysis from 9/13/2023 – 9/13/2024
15.Warhuus, HHCS – Expenditure Contract: $289,011 with Persimmony International for ongoing system maintenance of web-based MediCal Administration Activities (MAA)and Targeted Case Management (TCM) documentation from 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2027
16.Warhuus, HHCS – Amend Contract #31900009 add $287,712 total $945,424 with Building Opportunities for Self-Sufficiency (BOSS) for McKinley House (2111 McKinley) and extend 2 years to 11/1/2025
17.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Contract $125,000 (1 year) with Sensis, Inc. for recruitment and marketing services with option to renew for $125,000 total $250,000 over 2 years
18.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Establish Classification and Salary Range for Lactation Counselor, hourly $41.1351 - $50.0000, annual $85,561.0080 - $104,000 in order to utilize grant funding for International Board Certified Lactation consultant (IBCLC)
19.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Revise Classification and Salary Range for Paramedic hourly $30.00 - $40.00 (currently $30 - $45 per hour) to offset unanticipated budgetary impacts due to overtime
20.Kouyoumdjian, HR – MOU Berkeley Police Association
21.Ferris, Parks – Grant Applications: Bipartisan Infrastructure Law(BIL) for Parks Improvement Projects amount up to $5,000,000 to the Clean California Local Grant Program (CCLGP) for the Tom Bates Fields Beautification Project
22.Ferris, Parks – Utility easement: Bolivar Drive – EBMUD along Bolivar Drive at Aquatic Park
23.Homeless Services Panel of Experts – Serving Inclement weather needs, RV dwellers, and other vehicle dwellers through Encampment Mobile Mental Health Wellness Team
24.Homeless Services Panel of Experts – Restore one monthly meeting
25.a. Homeless Service Panel of Experts - Accommodating Client Literacy and Cognitive Challenges in Community Agency Allocation Funding Process to include allocation funding RFP, b. Companion Report – take no action staff have already included RFP
26.Arreguin – Appoint Ayanna Davis to the Berkeley Housing Authority Board
27.Arreguin – Excused Absence for Kate Harrison
28.Tapin, co-sponsor Robinson – Letter to State Legislators requesting state budget allocations for capital improvements at San Pablo Park including Frances Albrier Community Center and San Pablo Park Pool
29.Taplin, co-sponsors Robinson, Humbert (reviewed by FITES) – 51B GART + University/Shattuck Corridor Mobility Improvements Referral to City Manager for feasibility analysis and community engagement process plus budget referrals $150,000 for FY 2024-2025 and $150,000 for FY 2025 – 2026
30.Harrison – Budget referral $100,000 to FY 2023 and FY 2024 AAO #1 to beautify Vacant Storefronts in Berkeley Commercial Districts
31.Hahn, co-sponsor Taplin – Budget referral $140,000 AAO #1 for Miyawaki “Pocket Forest” Pilot Program to Support Carbon Sequestration, Biodiversity, Cooling, Noise Reduction, Health, and Equity
AGENDA on ACTION:
32.Harrison – Designate Open Space adjacent to Old City Hall, Alameda County Berkeley Court House and City of Berkeley Public Safety Building as a Linear City Park pursuant to BMC 6.42
INFORMATION REPORTS:
33.LPO NOD: 60 Panoramic Way #LMIN2023-0001
34.LPO NOD: 1960 San Antonio Ave // 645 Arlington #LMSAP2022-0005
35.LPO NOD: 803 Delaware LMSAP2023-0002
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for Regular 6 pm Meeting on September 19, 2023
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1609353651
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 935 3651
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.Radu, City Manager’s Office – Amend Contract #32200202 add $5,362,043 total $8,367,313 extending lease at 1461 University for interim non-congregate shelter program at this location
2.Radu, City Manager’s Office – Contract with Housing Consortium of the East Bay (HCEB) to operate shelter at 1461 University, Rodeway Inn.
3.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations and Request for Proposals $22,472,259, Berkeley Fire Station Landscape Project $172,259, Street Rehab $14,000,000. Berkeley Water Transportation Ferry Pier Project Traffic & Parking $150,000, Berkeley Water Transportation Ferry Pier Project Design $5,800,000, Berkeley Water Transportation Project EIR $2,200,000, TOTAL for PIER & FERRY $8,150,000, HARD HATS labor compliance consultant $150,000
4.Oyekanmi, Finance – 2024 Tax Rate: Transportation Network Company User Tax (Uber, Lyft, etc) 56.162 cents individual, $27.424 pooled for rides originating in Berkeley
5.Warhuus, HHCS – Contract $2,802,400 through 6/30/2028 with Options Recovery Services for encampment-based mobile wellness center project
6.Warhuus, HHCS – Authorize Lease 830 University to Lifelong Medical Care
7.Louis, Police – Revenue Grant $269,000 accept Selective Traffic Enforcement Program (STEP) grant with CA Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) period 10/1/2023 – 9/30/2023
8.Louis, Police – Revenue Grant $59,168 accept Cannabis Tax Fund Grant Program (CTFGP) with CA Highway Patrol period 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2023
9.Garland, Public Works – 5 year License Agreement with RM Ventures, LLC, d.b.a. In the Wood Grill & Bar for nonexclusive use of the Elmwood Parking Lot Pedestrian Paseo
10.Garland, Public Works – Amend Contract #32200073 add $508,602 total $1,790,213 and extend from 12/31/2023 to 6/30/2025 with Toole Design Group for engineering design and construction for Southside Complete Streets Project
11.Garland, Public Works – Agreement with Goldsmiths for Strawberry Creek Culvert Repair authorizing cost sharing agreement and release of claims for 10/24/2021 failed culvert under both City right of way and private property, City share $75,000
12.Garland, Public Works – Amend Agreement for Maintenance of State Highways between City and CA Dept of Transportation for new pedestrian hybrid beacon at San Pablo and Virginia, San Pablo and Hearst and new rapid rectangular flashing beacon (RRFB) at Ashby and California
13.Garland, Public Works – Amend Contract #9977C add $1,650,000 total $3,700,000 and extend to 6/30/2029 with Portable Computer Systems dba PCS Mobile for parking and citation services
14.Garland, Public Works – Amend Contracts #32000078 add $300,000 total $475,000 and #32000093 add $100,000 total $600,000 with DC Electric Group, Inc for on-call electric services
15.Garland, Public Works – Contract $375,000 with Turnstone Data, Inc for parking data analytics services period 1/1/2024 to 12/31/2026
16.Arreguin, so-sponsor Hahn, Harrison – Budget Referral $200,000 to November AAO#1with Measure P funds to Berkeley Food Network for FY 2023-2024
AGENDA on ACTION:
17.Klein, Planning – Amendments to Title 23 relating to ADUs to conform to State Law and respond to guidance from CA Dept of Housing and Community Development
18.Arreguin & Robinson, co-sponsor Wengraf – Authorizing City Attorney to Submit an Amicus Brief in Support of the UC Regents in Make UC a Good Neighbor v. Regents of UC
19.Kesarwani, co-sponsor Taplin, Robinson, Wengraf – Referral to City Manager to rezone Gilman from existing Manufacturing (M) to Manufacturing, Research and Development (M-RD) for the planned Pacific Steel Casting site development and to extend the West Berkeley Commercial Zone from Gilman and Ninth West and to refer $250,000 to the FY 2024-2025 for consulting services to assist with the planning process and associated environmental review and economic analyses. (The project plan thus far is to “cap” the toxic waste and build on top of it)
INFORMATION REPORTS:
20.Brown, City Attorney - Settlement of California River Watch of Intent to File Suit
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LAND USE CALENDAR PUBLIC HEARINGS:
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
UNSCHEDULED WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS
PAST MEETINGS with reports worth reading:
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Berkeley Daily Planet postings are currently on hold while the editor recovers from an injury: www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
Worth Noting:
City Council returns from summer recess on Tuesday. It is getting busy.
The Go To meetings of the week are in bold and underlined. The agenda for parks is unknown
- Sunday: Solano Stroll from 10 am – 5 pm
- Monday:
- At 3 pm City Council meets in closed session.
- From 6 – 8 pm the North Berkeley Housing presentation is in-person.
- At 6:30 pm the Youth Commission meets in person.
- At 7 pm the Peace and Justice Commission meets in person.
- At 7 pm the Personnel Board meets in person.
- Tuesday: At 6 pm City Council meets in the hybrid format with only one action item, should the land in front of the Maudelle Shirek Building (Old City Hall) be designated as a linear park?
- Wednesday:
- At 5 pm the Commission on Disability meets in person.
- At 7 pm the Parks, Recreation and Waterfront Commission is scheduled to meet, not documents, not agenda or location have been posted as 3 pm Saturday.
- Thursday:
- At 10 am the Budget Committee meets in the hybrid format.
- At 6:30 pm the PAB meets in the hybrid format.
- At 7 pm the Zoning adjustment Board meets the hybrid format presentation and comments for the EIR on the Solid Waste and Recycling Transfer Station is the only action item.
- Friday: From 9 am – 12 pm the Climate Emergency Mobilization Task Force (CEMTF) webinar is on Climate & Indigenous Leadership
- Saturday: From 10 am – 2 pm the Fire Ready Festival is at Live Oak Park
The City Council Regular Meeting Agenda for September 19, 2023 is available for comment.
Check the City website for postings on short notice at https://berkeleyca.gov/
Bay Area SunShares Solar Discount Program is open from September 1 – November 15, 2023.
Register at: https://www.bayareasunshares.org/
Free on-day household hazardous waste drop-off event in Albany, Sunday, September 24, appointment required sign-up early. https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/news/free-one-day-household-hazardous-waste-drop-event-albany-sunday-sept-24
Library Service Survey https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/CABERKE/bulletins/36ee2d5
If you know someone needing assistance with overdue water bills, refer them to the Low Income Household Waster Assistance Program (LIWAP) Program has been extended, however, applications need to be submitted asap https://www.ebmud.com/customers/customer-assistance-program/financial-relief-customers-behind-water-bills-during-pandemic
e-Bike rewards/purchase discount program for Richmond-San Rafael Bridge
https://www.rsrebikecommute.org/s/
Berkeley Daily Planet postings are currently on hold while the editor recovers from an injury: www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, September 10, 2023
SOLANO STROLL from 10 am – 5 pm
https://www.solanoavenueassn.org/events/solano-avenue-stroll/
Monday, September 11, 2023
CITY COUNCIL Closed Session at 3 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1613787641
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 378 7641
AGENDA: 1. Conference with Labor Negotiators, employee organizations: Fire Fighters Association Local 1227 I.A.F.F., Fire Fighters Association Local 1227 I.A.F.F. Fire Chiefs, Berkeley Police Association, SEIU 1021 Community Services and Part-Time Recreation Activity Leaders, SEIU 1021 Maintenance and Clerical, PEU Local 1, Unrepresented Employees, 2. Employee Performance Evaluation City Attorney.
https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-closed-meeting-eagenda-september-11-2023
BART PRESENTATION and OPEN HOUSE from 6 pm – 8 pm
In-Person: At 1701 San Pablo
AGENDA: Presentation from 6 pm – 7 pm followed with open house from 7 pm – 8 pm to provide feedback on Updated/Revised Design and draft Objective Design Standards
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/north-berkeley-bart-presentation-and-open-house
PEACE and JUSTICE COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: At 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 8. Discussion on a Possible Forum Regarding Japan’s Release of readioactive water in the Pacific, now and for the next 30 years
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/peace-and-justice-commission
PERSONNEL BOARD at 7 pm
In-Person: 1301 Shattuck, Live Oak Community Center, Creekside Room
AGENDA: V. Recommendation to Establish Classification and Salary Range – Graphic Designer
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/personnel-board
YOUTH COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
In-Person: At 1730 Oregon
AGENDA: 10. Commission Workplan 2023-2024.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/youth-commission
Tuesday, September 12, 2023
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for Regular 6 pm Meeting on September 12, 2023
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1606796328
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 679 6328
AGENDA: Agenda follows calendar of meetings or use link and choose HTML to view the agenda and choose which agenda items you wish to open to see the documents.
https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-regular-meeting-eagenda-september-12-2023
Wednesday, September 13, 2023
COMMISSION on DISABILITY (CoD) at 5 PM
In-Person: At 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Aspen Room
AGENDA: Staff Updates: 2. ADA Program Coordinator reply to ADA Title III complaints, 3. Messages to CoD re Ohlone Greenway Project, Presentations: 1. Ohlone Greenway Project, 2. CA Commission on Disability Access
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-disability
PARKS, RECREATION, and WATERFRONT COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: not posted as of 3 pm 9/9/2023
AGENDA: not posted as of 3 pm 9/9/2023
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/parks-recreation-and-waterfront-commission
Thursday, September 14, 2023
BUDGET and FINANCE COMMITTEE at 10 am
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1612170326
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 217 0326
AGENDA: 2. Oyekanmi, Finance – Accept the Risk Analysis for Long-Term Debt (Bonding Capacity) Report provided by Government Finance Officers Association, 3. Energy Commission – Recommendation on Climate, Building Electrification and Sustainable Transportation budget priorities staff positions, pilot projects, EV and charging stations, 4.a. Peace and Justice Commission – Refer to budget process two Health Educator Positions $150,000, 4.b. Refer back to commission, 5. Oyekanmi, Finance –Investment Report Update, 6. Warhuus, HHCS – COVID-19 Emergency Rental Assistance, Presentation from the Eviction Defense Center, 7. Louis – Audit Recommendation Status on BPD overtime and security work for outside entities, 8. Garland, Public Works - Audit Status fleet replacement.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-budget-finance
POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD Special Meeting Closed Session at 6:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87621762698
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 876 2176 2698
AGENDA: Conference with Labor Negotiators, Negotiator: Tim Davis, Burke, Williams & Sorensen, LLP, employee organization, Berkeley Police Association.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
ZONING ADJUSTMENT BOARD at 7 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86341722178
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 of 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 863 4172 2178
AGENDA: 2701 Eighth – on consent - #ZP2022-0159 – to change protected industrial use to a non-industrial use within an existing catering business (Standard Fare) to a quick service restaurant with incidental service of beer and wine for on-site consumption and incidental retail sales of beer and wine for off-site consumption
3121 Sacramento – on consent – #ZP2023-0075 – to add service of distilled spirits incidental to food service at an existing restaurant, under a Type 47 ABC license
1201 Second / 699 Gilman – on action – Public Scoping session for EIR and Project Preview for Use Permit #ZP2021-0215 – to demolish existing City of Berkeley Solid Waste and Recycling Transfer Station (SWRTS) and replace with new SWRTS with 2 main buildings, 114,380 sq ft of gross floor area, 195,300 sq ft of unenclosed and paved area and 32,200 sq ft landscaped area.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zoning-adjustments-board
Friday, September 15, 2023 – Reduced Service Day
CLIMATE EMERGENCY MOBILIZATION TASK FORCE from 9 am – 12 pm
Online - Register At: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/climate-indigenous-leadership-registration-656180893717
AGENDA: Climate & Indigenous Leadership
https://www.cemtf.org/
Saturday, September 16, 2023
FIRE READY FESTIVAL from 10 am – 2 pm
In-Person: At Live Oak Park, 1301 Shattuck
https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/CABERKE/bulletins/36f3c40
Sunday, September 17, 2023 – no City meetings or events found
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for Regular 6 pm Meeting on September 12, 2023
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1606796328
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 679 6328
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.Friedrichsen, Budget – Contract $130m176 with Downtown YMCA for Fitness Center Memberships for City Employees, 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2024
2.Ferris, Parks – Amend Contract #32200058 add $35,000 total $185,000 with ACI Payments, Inc for Recreation Online Registration System
3.Ferris, Parks – Stipend for Echo Lake Camp Staff approving $500/week stipend for certain Echo Lake Camp daily-rated staff working in the summer of 2023 starting 7/30/2023
4.Louis, Police – Amend Contract #10092-4 add $1,000,000 total $3,000,000 with Serological Research Institute (SERI) for DNA testing
5.Minutes
6.Establish 2024 City Council Meeting Schedule
7.Numainville, City Clerk - Appointment of new Police Accountability Board Member
8.Numainville, City Clerk – Contract $170,700 with NWestcoast Online Information Systems, Inc. dba NetFile for online campaign report, public financing and Form 700 Filing, processing, web posting, and tracking
9.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations and Request for Proposals $9,990,000 (Derelict Vessel/Debris $90,000, Sanitary Sewer The Alameda, Keeler, Euclid, et al $4,400,000, Sanitary Sewer Virginia, Parker et al $5,500,000
10.Sprague, Fire – Contract $600,000 with Swifthawk, LLC to provide project management and consulting services
11.Sprague, Fire – Amend Contract #32300094 add $228,000 total $308,000 with Restoration Family Counseling Center for Counseling Education and Support
12.Warhuus, HHCS – Accept Future of Public Health Funds from the State of California of $912,213 for each of the following fiscal years 2024, 2025, 2026
13.Warhuus, HHCS – Increase Taxi Scrip Redemption Window Cash Drawer from $15,000 to $20,000
14.Warhuus, HHCS – Contract $175,000 with The Housing Workshop for Social Housing Models & Market Analysis from 9/13/2023 – 9/13/2024
15.Warhuus, HHCS – Expenditure Contract: $289,011 with Persimmony International for ongoing system maintenance of web-based MediCal Administration Activities (MAA)and Targeted Case Management (TCM) documentation from 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2027
16.Warhuus, HHCS – Amend Contract #31900009 add $287,712 total $945,424 with Building Opportunities for Self-Sufficiency (BOSS) for McKinley House (2111 McKinley) and extend 2 years to 11/1/2025
17.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Contract $125,000 (1 year) with Sensis, Inc. for recruitment and marketing services with option to renew for $125,000 total $250,000 over 2 years
18.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Establish Classification and Salary Range for Lactation Counselor, hourly $41.1351 - $50.0000, annual $85,561.0080 - $104,000 in order to utilize grant funding for International Board Certified Lactation consultant (IBCLC)
19.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Revise Classification and Salary Range for Paramedic hourly $30.00 - $40.00 (currently $30 - $45 per hour) to offset unanticipated budgetary impacts due to overtime
20.Kouyoumdjian, HR – MOU Berkeley Police Association
21.Ferris, Parks – Grant Applications: Bipartisan Infrastructure Law(BIL) for Parks Improvement Projects amount up to $5,000,000 to the Clean California Local Grant Program (CCLGP) for the Tom Bates Fields Beautification Project
22.Ferris, Parks – Utility easement: Bolivar Drive – EBMUD along Bolivar Drive at Aquatic Park
23.Homeless Services Panel of Experts – Serving Inclement weather needs, RV dwellers, and other vehicle dwellers through Encampment Mobile Mental Health Wellness Team
24.Homeless Services Panel of Experts – Restore one monthly meeting
25.a. Homeless Service Panel of Experts - Accommodating Client Literacy and Cognitive Challenges in Community Agency Allocation Funding Process to include allocation funding RFP, b. Companion Report – take no action staff have already included RFP
26.Arreguin – Appoint Ayanna Davis to the Berkeley Housing Authority Board
27.Arreguin – Excused Absence for Kate Harrison
28.Tapin, co-sponsor Robinson – Letter to State Legislators requesting state budget allocations for capital improvements at San Pablo Park including Frances Albrier Community Center and San Pablo Park Pool
29.Taplin, co-sponsors Robinson, Humbert (reviewed by FITES) – 51B GART + University/Shattuck Corridor Mobility Improvements Referral to City Manager for feasibility analysis and community engagement process plus budget referrals $150,000 for FY 2024-2025 and $150,000 for FY 2025 – 2026
30.Harrison – Budget referral $100,000 to FY 2023 and FY 2024 AAO #1 to beautify Vacant Storefronts in Berkeley Commercial Districts
31.Hahn, co-sponsor Taplin – Budget referral $140,000 AAO #1 for Miyawaki “Pocket Forest” Pilot Program to Support Carbon Sequestration, Biodiversity, Cooling, Noise Reduction, Health, and Equity
AGENDA on ACTION:
32.Harrison – Designate Open Space adjacent to Old City Hall, Alameda County Berkeley Court House and City of Berkeley Public Safety Building as a Linear City Park pursuant to BMC 6.42
INFORMATION REPORTS:
33.LPO NOD: 60 Panoramic Way #LMIN2023-0001
34.LPO NOD: 1960 San Antonio Ave // 645 Arlington #LMSAP2022-0005
35.LPO NOD: 803 Delaware LMSAP2023-0002
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for Regular 6 pm Meeting on September 19, 2023
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1609353651
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 935 3651
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.Radu, City Manager’s Office – Amend Contract #32200202 add $5,362,043 total $8,367,313 extending lease at 1461 University for interim non-congregate shelter program at this location
2.Radu, City Manager’s Office – Contract with Housing Consortium of the East Bay (HCEB) to operate shelter at 1461 University, Rodeway Inn.
3.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations and Request for Proposals $22,472,259, Berkeley Fire Station Landscape Project $172,259, Street Rehab $14,000,000. Berkeley Water Transportation Ferry Pier Project Traffic & Parking $150,000, Berkeley Water Transportation Ferry Pier Project Design $5,800,000, Berkeley Water Transportation Project EIR $2,200,000, TOTAL for PIER & FERRY $8,150,000, HARD HATS labor compliance consultant $150,000
4.Oyekanmi, Finance – 2024 Tax Rate: Transportation Network Company User Tax (Uber, Lyft, etc) 56.162 cents individual, $27.424 pooled for rides originating in Berkeley
5.Warhuus, HHCS – Contract $2,802,400 through 6/30/2028 with Options Recovery Services for encampment-based mobile wellness center project
6.Warhuus, HHCS – Authorize Lease 830 University to Lifelong Medical Care
7.Louis, Police – Revenue Grant $269,000 accept Selective Traffic Enforcement Program (STEP) grant with CA Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) period 10/1/2023 – 9/30/2023
8.Louis, Police – Revenue Grant $59,168 accept Cannabis Tax Fund Grant Program (CTFGP) with CA Highway Patrol period 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2023
9.Garland, Public Works – 5 year License Agreement with RM Ventures, LLC, d.b.a. In the Wood Grill & Bar for nonexclusive use of the Elmwood Parking Lot Pedestrian Paseo
10.Garland, Public Works – Amend Contract #32200073 add $508,602 total $1,790,213 and extend from 12/31/2023 to 6/30/2025 with Toole Design Group for engineering design and construction for Southside Complete Streets Project
11.Garland, Public Works – Agreement with Goldsmiths for Strawberry Creek Culvert Repair authorizing cost sharing agreement and release of claims for 10/24/2021 failed culvert under both City right of way and private property, City share $75,000
12.Garland, Public Works – Amend Agreement for Maintenance of State Highways between City and CA Dept of Transportation for new pedestrian hybrid beacon at San Pablo and Virginia, San Pablo and Hearst and new rapid rectangular flashing beacon (RRFB) at Ashby and California
13.Garland, Public Works – Amend Contract #9977C add $1,650,000 total $3,700,000 and extend to 6/30/2029 with Portable Computer Systems dba PCS Mobile for parking and citation services
14.Garland, Public Works – Amend Contracts #32000078 add $300,000 total $475,000 and #32000093 add $100,000 total $600,000 with DC Electric Group, Inc for on-call electric services
15.Garland, Public Works – Contract $375,000 with Turnstone Data, Inc for parking data analytics services period 1/1/2024 to 12/31/2026
16.Arreguin, so-sponsor Hahn, Harrison – Budget Referral $200,000 to November AAO#1with Measure P funds to Berkeley Food Network for FY 2023-2024
AGENDA on ACTION:
17.Klein, Planning – Amendments to Title 23 relating to ADUs to conform to State Law and respond to guidance from CA Dept of Housing and Community Development
18.Arreguin & Robinson, co-sponsor Wengraf – Authorizing City Attorney to Submit an Amicus Brief in Support of the UC Regents in Make UC a Good Neighbor v. Regents of UC
19.Kesarwani, co-sponsor Taplin, Robinson, Wengraf – Referral to City Manager to rezone Gilman from existing Manufacturing (M) to Manufacturing, Research and Development (M-RD) for the planned Pacific Steel Casting site development and to extend the West Berkeley Commercial Zone from Gilman and Ninth West and to refer $250,000 to the FY 2024-2025 for consulting services to assist with the planning process and associated environmental review and economic analyses. (The project plan thus far is to “cap” the toxic waste and build on top of it)
INFORMATION REPORTS:
20.Brown, City Attorney - Settlement of California River Watch of Intent to File Suit
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LAND USE CALENDAR PUBLIC HEARINGS:
- 705 Euclid Avenue (new single family dwelling) 9/26/2023
- 1598 University Avenue (Construct 8-story mixed-use building) – new date 9/26/2023
- 3000 Shattuck Avenue (Construct 10-story mixed-use building) – TBD
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
- October 3, 2023 - Staff report on Berkeley's financial condition
- October 10 at 4 pm Potential Changes & Enhancements to the City legislative process
- Proposed November 2, 2023 - Draft Waterfront Specific Plan
- Proposed November 30, 2023 – Re-Imagining Public Safety Update
UNSCHEDULED WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS
- Fire Department Standards of Coverage & Community Risk Assessment
- September 19 at 4 pm Being rescheduled - Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation
- Presentation on Homelessness/Re-Housing/Thousand-Person Plan
PAST MEETINGS with reports worth reading:
- May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report, Wildfire Prevention Plan https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-special-meeting-eagenda-may-16-2023-6-pm
- June 20 (WS) - Climate Action Plan & Resilience Update, Berkeley Economic Dashboards Update reports available https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas/city-council-2023-06-20
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Berkeley Daily Planet postings are currently on hold while the editor recovers from an injury: www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
September 3 - September 10, 2023
Worth Noting:
City Council is scheduled to be on summer recess through September 11, 2023. It is going to get busy as Boards and Commissions resume meeting and local government gears up to complete work in anticipation of the November mid-year budget allocation.
The Go To meeting of the week is the Planning Commission on Wednesday with the Public Hearing on Modifying the Zoning for the Southside.
The City Council Regular Meeting Agenda for September 12, 2023 is available for comment.
Check the City website for postings on short notice at https://berkeleyca.gov/
Bay Area SunShares Solar Discount Program is open from September 1 – November 15, 2023.
Register at: https://www.bayareasunshares.org/
Free on-day household hazardous waste drop-off event in Albany, Sunday, September 24, appointment required sign-up early. https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/news/free-one-day-household-hazardous-waste-drop-event-albany-sunday-sept-24
Free 8-week Quit smoking class starting Thursday, September 7. https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/free-quit-smoking-class
If you know someone needing assistance with overdue water bills, refer them to the Low Income Household Waster Assistance Program (LIWAP) Program has been extended, however, applications need to be submitted asap https://www.ebmud.com/customers/customer-assistance-program/financial-relief-customers-behind-water-bills-during-pandemic
e-Bike rewards/purchase discount program for Richmond-San Rafael Bridge
https://www.rsrebikecommute.org/s/
Berkeley Daily Planet postings are currently on hold while the editor recovers from an injury: www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, September 3, 2023
BIZERKELY VEGAN FOOD FESTIVAL from 11 am – 5 pm
At 2727 Milvia, Sports Basement Parking lot
https://www.thebizerkeleyvegan.com/foodfest
Monday, September 4, 2023 - Labor Day Holiday
Tuesday, September 5, 2023
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1613501789
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 350 1789
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 9/19/2023 – 6 pm Regular City Council Meeting – use link or read full draft agenda below at the end of the list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Worksessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review: None, Unscheduled Items: 8a. Discussion of Potential Changes to City Council Legislative Process, 8b. Discussion Regarding Design and Strengthening of Policy Committees Process and Structure (Including Budget Referrals), 9. Modifications or Improvements to City Council Meeting Procedures, 10. Strengthening and Supporting City Commission: Guidance on Development of Legislative Proposals, 11. Discussion and Recommendations on the Continued Use of the Berkeley Considers Online Engagement Portal.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
SOLANO BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT Advisory Board at 10 am
Videoconference via Microsoft Teams: https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetupjoin/19%3ameeting_OTEzM2E3ZjEtOTQwZS00ZjU2LTk3N2ItODdlMjhlMDU1YjU0%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%2 2Tid%22%3a%22a750ed8b-1a22-4730-a100-9811b37d4d17%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%22d040ee21-d6d5-4cbf8437-58c322c069d5%22%7d
AGENDA: 4. Annual Report 2023 and Budget 2024.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/solano-avenue-business-improvement-district-advisory-board
Wednesday, September 6, 2023
DISASTER and FIRE SAFETY COMMISSION Special Meeting at 7 pm
In-Person: At 997 Cedar, Fire Department Division of Training Classroom
AGENDA: 1. Dispatch Needs Assessment, 2. Facilities Master Plan. (packet 243 pages)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/disaster-and-fire-safety-commission
PLANNING COMMISSION at 5:30 pm
In-Person: At 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 4. Non-agenda Public Comment, 10. Public Hearing: Southside Zoning Modification Project – increases height and density and expands open space requirement to allow 50% of open to include shared residential amenities such as gym/health club/fitness studio, multipurpose room or pet wash room that are a minimum of 10 ft by 10 ft, pedestrian amenities each square ft of pedestrian amenity counts as 1.5 sq ft of usable open space, lighting description is not shielded, 11. 2023-2024 WorkPlan. (Packet 269 pages)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/planning-commission
BOARD of LIBRARY TRUSTEES (BOLT) at 6:30 pm
In-Person at 1125 University, West Branch Library
AGENDA: II. B. Amend Purchase Authority of Director from $50,000 to $100,000, C. RFP to engage consultant to produce Library Technology Roadmap, D. Amend Contract #119062-1 with Java Connections (dba Laptops Anytime) add $112,091.66 total $275,571 and extend to 4/30/2027, III.A. Election BOLT President and Vice-President.
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
Thursday, September 7, 2023
HOUSING ADVISORY COMMISSION (HAC) at 7 pm
In-Person: At 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: Discussion and Possible Action to Recommend Housing Trust Fund program funding for NCLT 2321 Tenth Street, 7. Discussion and Possible Action to Recommend Ala Costa Center’s Public Facilities Improvements NOFA Application 8. Update and Discussion on Fair Access and Transparency subcommittee, 9. WorkPlan.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/housing-advisory-commission
LANDMARKS PRESERVATION COMMISSION (LPC) at 7 pm
In-Person: At 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 2680 Bancroft Way – Structural Alteration Permit for the College Women’s Club
2603-2611 San Pablo – Demolition Referral – two commercial buildings
2414 Shattuck – Potential Initiation Consideration
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/landmarks-preservation-commission
Friday, September 8, 2023
ELMWOOD BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT Advisory Board Meeting at 9 am
In-Person: At 2180 Milvia, Cypress Room 1st Floor
AGENDA: IV. Commission seat appointments, V. Annual Report and Budget, VI. Calendar, VII. Expansion of the Elmwood BID Boundary.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/elmwood-business-improvement-district-advisory-board
MOVIES in the PARK – VIVO from 7:30 pm – 8:45 pm
In-Person: At 1310 Glendale Ave, Glendale La Loma Park
Bring blankets, sleeping bags and/or low-back beach chairs with maximum height of 9 inches off the ground. A flashlight or headlamp makes walking out at the end of the night easier. This is an alcohol-free event.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/movies-park-vivo
Saturday, September 9, 2023
BERKELEY NEIGHBORHOODS COUNCIL at 10 am
Videoconference:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/4223188307?pwd=dFlNMVlVZ2d6b0FnSHh3ZlFwV2NMdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 422 318 8307 Passcode: 521161
AGENDA: 10:05-10:25: PG&E Proposed Changes-Igor Tregub, 10:25-11:25 Biolabs – Alliance for Humane Biotechnology, 11:25-11:55 Community Updates – 1598 University Elizabeth Kowal, 3000 Shattuck Larisa Cummings, BART Housing Updates Christopher Kroll.
https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/
Sunday, September 10, 2023
SOLANO STROLL from 10 am – 5 pm
https://www.solanoavenueassn.org/events/solano-avenue-stroll/
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AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
REVIEW AND APPROVE 9/19/2023 City Council Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1613501789
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 350 1789
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
DRAFT AGENDA
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations and Request for Proposals $22,472,259
2.Oyekanmi, Finance – 2024 Tax Rate: Transportation Network Company User Tax (Uber, Lyft, etc) 56.162 cents individual, $27.424 pooled for rides originating in Berkeley
3.Warhuus, HHCS – Contract $2,802,400 through 6/30/2028 with Options Recovery Services for encampment-based mobile wellness center project
4.Warhuus, HHCS – Authorize Lease 830 University to Lifelong Medical Care
5.Louis, Police – Revenue Grant $269,000 accept Selective Traffic Enforcement Program (STEP) grant with CA Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) period 10/1/2023 – 9/30/2023
6.Louis, Police – Revenue Grant $59,168 accept Cannabis Tax Fund Grant Program (CTFGP) with CA Highway Patrol period 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2023
7.Garland, Public Works – 5 year License Agreement with RM Ventures, LLC, d.b.a. In the Wood Grill & Bar for nonexclusive use of the Elmwood Parking Lot Pedestrian Paseo
8.Garland, Public Works – Amend Contract #32200073 add $508,602 total $1,790,213 and extend from 12/31/2023 to 6/30/2025 with Toole Design Group for engineering design and construction for Southside Complete Streets Project
9.Garland, Public Works – Agreement with Goldsmiths for Strawberry Creek Culvert Repair authorizing cost sharing agreement and release of claims for 10/24/2021 failed culvert under both City right of way and private property, City share $75,000
10.Garland, Public Works – Amend Agreement for Maintenance of State Highways between City and CA Dept of Transportation for new pedestrian hybrid beacon at San Pablo and Virginia, San Pablo and Hearst and new rapid rectangular flashing beacon (RRFB) at Ashby and California
11.Garland, Public Works – Amend Contract #9977C add $1,650,000 total $3,700,000 and extend to 6/30/2029 with Portable Computer Systems dba PCS Mobile for parking and citation services
12.Garland, Public Works – Amend Contracts #32000078 add $300,000 total $475,000 and #32000093 add $100,000 total $600,000 with DC Electric Group, Inc for on-call electric services
13.Garland, Public Works – Contract $375,000 with Turnstone Data, Inc for parking data analytics services period 1/1/2024 to 12/31/2026
14.Arreguin – Budget Referral $200,000 to November AAO#1with Measure P funds to Berkeley Food Network for FY 2023-2024
AGENDA on ACTION:
15.Klein, Planning – Amendments to Title 23 relating to ADUs to conform to State Law and respond to guidance from CA Dept of Housing and Community Development
16.Radu, City Manager’s Office – Amend Contract #32200202 add $5,362,043 total $8,367,313 extending lease at 1461 University for interim non-congregate shelter program at this location
17. Radu, City Manager’s Office – Contract with Housing Consortium of the East Bay (HCEB) to operate shelter at 1461 University, Rodeway Inn.
18.Kesarwani, co-sponsor Taplin – Referral to City Manager to rezone Gilman from existing Manufacturing (M) to Manufacturing, Research and Development (M-RD) for the planned Pacific Steel Casting site development and to extend the West Berkeley Commercial Zone from Gilman and Ninth West and to refer $250,000 to the FY 2024-2025 for consulting services to assist with the planning process and associated environmental review and economic analyses. (The project plan thus far is to “cap” the toxic waste and build on top of it)
INFORMATION REPORTS:
19.Brown, City Attorney - Settlement of California River Watch of Intent to File Suit
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for Regular 6 pm Meeting on September 12, 2023
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1606796328
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 679 6328
https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-regular-meeting-eagenda-september-12-2023
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.Friedrichsen, Budget – Contract $130m176 with Downtown YMCA for Fitness Center Memberships for City Employees, 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2024
2.Ferris, Parks – Amend Contract #32200058 add $35,000 total $185,000 with ACI Payments, Inc for Recreation Online Registration System
3.Ferris, Parks – Stipend for Echo Lake Camp Staff approving $500/week stipend for certain Echo Lake Camp daily-rated staff working in the summer of 2023 starting 7/30/2023
4.Louis, Police – Amend Contract #10092-4 add $1,000,000 total $3,000,000 with Serological Research Institute (SERI) for DNA testing
5.Minutes
6.Establish 2024 City Council Meeting Schedule
7.Numainville, City Clerk - Appointment of new Police Accountability Board Member
8.Numainville, City Clerk – Contract $170,700 with NWestcoast Online Information Systems, Inc. dba NetFile for online campaign report, public financing and Form 700 Filing, processing, web posting, and tracking
9.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations and Request for Proposals $9,990,000 (Derelict Vessel/Debris $90,000, Sanitary Sewer The Alameda, Keeler, Euclid, et al $4,400,000, Sanitary Sewer Virginia, Parker et al $5,500,000
10.Sprague, Fire – Contract $600,000 with Swifthawk, LLC to provide project management and consulting services
11.Sprague, Fire – Amend Contract #32300094 add $228,000 total $308,000 with Restoration Family Counseling Center for Counseling Education and Support
12.Warhuus, HHCS – Accept Future of Public Health Funds from the State of California of $912,213 for each of the following fiscal years 2024, 2025, 2026
13.Warhuus, HHCS – Increase Taxi Scrip Redemption Window Cash Drawer from $15,000 to $20,000
14.Warhuus, HHCS – Contract $175,000 with The Housing Workshop for Social Housing Models & Market Analysis from 9/13/2023 – 9/13/2024
15.Warhuus, HHCS – Expenditure Contract: $289,011 with Persimmony International for ongoing system maintenance of web-based MediCal Administration Activities (MAA)and Targeted Case Management (TCM) documentation from 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2027
16.Warhuus, HHCS – Amend Contract #31900009 add $287,712 total $945,424 with Building Opportunities for Self-Sufficiency (BOSS) for McKinley House (2111 McKinley) and extend 2 years to 11/1/2025
17.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Contract $125,000 (1 year) with Sensis, Inc. for recruitment and marketing services with option to renew for $125,000 total $250,000 over 2 years
18.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Establish Classification and Salary Range for Lactation Counselor, hourly $41.1351 - $50.0000, annual $85,561.0080 - $104,000 in order to utilize grant funding for International Board Certified Lactation consultant (IBCLC)
19.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Revise Classification and Salary Range for Paramedic hourly $30.00 - $40.00 (currently $30 - $45 per hour) to offset unanticipated budgetary impacts due to overtime
20.Kouyoumdjian, HR – MOU Berkeley Police Association
21.Ferris, Parks – Grant Applications: Bipartisan Infrastructure Law(BIL) for Parks Improvement Projects amount up to $5,000,000 to the Clean California Local Grant Program (CCLGP) for the Tom Bates Fields Beautification Project
22.Ferris, Parks – Utility easement: Bolivar Drive – EBMUD along Bolivar Drive at Aquatic Park
23.Homeless Services Panel of Experts – Serving Inclement weather needs, RV dwellers, and other vehicle dwellers through Encampment Mobile Mental Health Wellness Team
24.Homeless Services Panel of Experts – Restore one monthly meeting
25.a. Homeless Service Panel of Experts - Accommodating Client Literacy and Cognitive Challenges in Community Agency Allocation Funding Process to include allocation funding RFP, b. Companion Report – take no action staff have already included RFP
26.Arreguin – Appoint Ayanna Davis to the Berkeley Housing Authority Board
27.Arreguin – Excused Absence for Kate Harrison
28.Tapin, co-sponsor Robinson – Letter to State Legislators requesting state budget allocations for capital improvements at San Pablo Park including Frances Albrier Community Center and San Pablo Park Pool
29.Taplin, co-sponsors Robinson, Humbert (reviewed by FITES) – 51B GART + University/Shattuck Corridor Mobility Improvements Referral to City Manager for feasibility analysis and community engagement process plus budget referrals $150,000 for FY 2024-2025 and $150,000 for FY 2025 – 2026
30.Harrison – Budget referral $100,000 to FY 2023 and FY 2024 AAO #1 to beautify Vacant Storefronts in Berkeley Commercial Districts
31.Hahn, co-sponsor Taplin – Budget referral $140,000 AAO #1 for Miyawaki “Pocket Forest” Pilot Program to Support Carbon Sequestration, Biodiversity, Cooling, Noise Reduction, Health, and Equity
AGENDA on ACTION:
32.Harrison – Designate Open Space adjacent to Old City Hall, Alameda County Berkeley Court House and City of Berkeley Public Safety Building as a Linear City Park pursuant to BMC 6.42
INFORMATION REPORTS:
33.LPO NOD: 60 Panoramic Way #LMIN2023-0001
34.LPO NOD: 1960 San Antonio Ave // 645 Arlington #LMSAP2022-0005
35.LPO NOD: 803 Delaware LMSAP2023-0002
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LAND USE CALENDAR PUBLIC HEARINGS:
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
UNSCHEDULED WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS
PAST MEETINGS with reports worth reading:
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Worth Noting:
City Council is scheduled to be on summer recess through September 11, 2023. It is going to get busy as Boards and Commissions resume meeting and local government gears up to complete work in anticipation of the November mid-year budget allocation.
The Go To meeting of the week is the Planning Commission on Wednesday with the Public Hearing on Modifying the Zoning for the Southside.
- Sunday: From 11 am – 5 pm is the Bizerkeley Vegan Food Festival
- Tuesday:
- At 10 am the Solano Business Improvement District meets virtually.
- At 2:30 pm the Agenda Committee meets in the hybrid format to plan the 9/19/2023 regular City Council 6 pm meeting.
- Wednesday:
- At 5:30 pm the Planning Commission meets in person and conducts a hearing on Zoning modifications to the Southside on increased density and allowing inside building amenities to qualify as open space.
- At 6:30 pm the Library Trustees meet in person.
- At 7 pm the Disaster and Fire Safety Commission meets in person on Dispatch Needs Assessment and Fire Dept Facilities Master Plan.
- Thursday:
- At 7 pm the Housing Advisory Commission meets in person.
- At 7 pm the Landmarks Preservation Commission meets in person.
- Friday:
- At 9 am the Elmwood Business District meets in person.
- At 7:30 pm the Movie in the Park is VIVO.
- Saturday: At 10 am the Berkeley Neighborhoods Council meets virtually.
- Sunday: From 10 am – 5 pm Solano Stroll
The City Council Regular Meeting Agenda for September 12, 2023 is available for comment.
Check the City website for postings on short notice at https://berkeleyca.gov/
Bay Area SunShares Solar Discount Program is open from September 1 – November 15, 2023.
Register at: https://www.bayareasunshares.org/
Free on-day household hazardous waste drop-off event in Albany, Sunday, September 24, appointment required sign-up early. https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/news/free-one-day-household-hazardous-waste-drop-event-albany-sunday-sept-24
Free 8-week Quit smoking class starting Thursday, September 7. https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/free-quit-smoking-class
If you know someone needing assistance with overdue water bills, refer them to the Low Income Household Waster Assistance Program (LIWAP) Program has been extended, however, applications need to be submitted asap https://www.ebmud.com/customers/customer-assistance-program/financial-relief-customers-behind-water-bills-during-pandemic
e-Bike rewards/purchase discount program for Richmond-San Rafael Bridge
https://www.rsrebikecommute.org/s/
Berkeley Daily Planet postings are currently on hold while the editor recovers from an injury: www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, September 3, 2023
BIZERKELY VEGAN FOOD FESTIVAL from 11 am – 5 pm
At 2727 Milvia, Sports Basement Parking lot
https://www.thebizerkeleyvegan.com/foodfest
Monday, September 4, 2023 - Labor Day Holiday
Tuesday, September 5, 2023
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1613501789
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 350 1789
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 9/19/2023 – 6 pm Regular City Council Meeting – use link or read full draft agenda below at the end of the list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Worksessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review: None, Unscheduled Items: 8a. Discussion of Potential Changes to City Council Legislative Process, 8b. Discussion Regarding Design and Strengthening of Policy Committees Process and Structure (Including Budget Referrals), 9. Modifications or Improvements to City Council Meeting Procedures, 10. Strengthening and Supporting City Commission: Guidance on Development of Legislative Proposals, 11. Discussion and Recommendations on the Continued Use of the Berkeley Considers Online Engagement Portal.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
SOLANO BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT Advisory Board at 10 am
Videoconference via Microsoft Teams: https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetupjoin/19%3ameeting_OTEzM2E3ZjEtOTQwZS00ZjU2LTk3N2ItODdlMjhlMDU1YjU0%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%2 2Tid%22%3a%22a750ed8b-1a22-4730-a100-9811b37d4d17%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%22d040ee21-d6d5-4cbf8437-58c322c069d5%22%7d
AGENDA: 4. Annual Report 2023 and Budget 2024.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/solano-avenue-business-improvement-district-advisory-board
Wednesday, September 6, 2023
DISASTER and FIRE SAFETY COMMISSION Special Meeting at 7 pm
In-Person: At 997 Cedar, Fire Department Division of Training Classroom
AGENDA: 1. Dispatch Needs Assessment, 2. Facilities Master Plan. (packet 243 pages)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/disaster-and-fire-safety-commission
PLANNING COMMISSION at 5:30 pm
In-Person: At 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 4. Non-agenda Public Comment, 10. Public Hearing: Southside Zoning Modification Project – increases height and density and expands open space requirement to allow 50% of open to include shared residential amenities such as gym/health club/fitness studio, multipurpose room or pet wash room that are a minimum of 10 ft by 10 ft, pedestrian amenities each square ft of pedestrian amenity counts as 1.5 sq ft of usable open space, lighting description is not shielded, 11. 2023-2024 WorkPlan. (Packet 269 pages)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/planning-commission
BOARD of LIBRARY TRUSTEES (BOLT) at 6:30 pm
In-Person at 1125 University, West Branch Library
AGENDA: II. B. Amend Purchase Authority of Director from $50,000 to $100,000, C. RFP to engage consultant to produce Library Technology Roadmap, D. Amend Contract #119062-1 with Java Connections (dba Laptops Anytime) add $112,091.66 total $275,571 and extend to 4/30/2027, III.A. Election BOLT President and Vice-President.
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
Thursday, September 7, 2023
HOUSING ADVISORY COMMISSION (HAC) at 7 pm
In-Person: At 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: Discussion and Possible Action to Recommend Housing Trust Fund program funding for NCLT 2321 Tenth Street, 7. Discussion and Possible Action to Recommend Ala Costa Center’s Public Facilities Improvements NOFA Application 8. Update and Discussion on Fair Access and Transparency subcommittee, 9. WorkPlan.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/housing-advisory-commission
LANDMARKS PRESERVATION COMMISSION (LPC) at 7 pm
In-Person: At 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 2680 Bancroft Way – Structural Alteration Permit for the College Women’s Club
2603-2611 San Pablo – Demolition Referral – two commercial buildings
2414 Shattuck – Potential Initiation Consideration
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/landmarks-preservation-commission
Friday, September 8, 2023
ELMWOOD BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT Advisory Board Meeting at 9 am
In-Person: At 2180 Milvia, Cypress Room 1st Floor
AGENDA: IV. Commission seat appointments, V. Annual Report and Budget, VI. Calendar, VII. Expansion of the Elmwood BID Boundary.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/elmwood-business-improvement-district-advisory-board
MOVIES in the PARK – VIVO from 7:30 pm – 8:45 pm
In-Person: At 1310 Glendale Ave, Glendale La Loma Park
Bring blankets, sleeping bags and/or low-back beach chairs with maximum height of 9 inches off the ground. A flashlight or headlamp makes walking out at the end of the night easier. This is an alcohol-free event.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/movies-park-vivo
Saturday, September 9, 2023
BERKELEY NEIGHBORHOODS COUNCIL at 10 am
Videoconference:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/4223188307?pwd=dFlNMVlVZ2d6b0FnSHh3ZlFwV2NMdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 422 318 8307 Passcode: 521161
AGENDA: 10:05-10:25: PG&E Proposed Changes-Igor Tregub, 10:25-11:25 Biolabs – Alliance for Humane Biotechnology, 11:25-11:55 Community Updates – 1598 University Elizabeth Kowal, 3000 Shattuck Larisa Cummings, BART Housing Updates Christopher Kroll.
https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/
Sunday, September 10, 2023
SOLANO STROLL from 10 am – 5 pm
https://www.solanoavenueassn.org/events/solano-avenue-stroll/
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AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
REVIEW AND APPROVE 9/19/2023 City Council Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1613501789
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 350 1789
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
DRAFT AGENDA
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations and Request for Proposals $22,472,259
2.Oyekanmi, Finance – 2024 Tax Rate: Transportation Network Company User Tax (Uber, Lyft, etc) 56.162 cents individual, $27.424 pooled for rides originating in Berkeley
3.Warhuus, HHCS – Contract $2,802,400 through 6/30/2028 with Options Recovery Services for encampment-based mobile wellness center project
4.Warhuus, HHCS – Authorize Lease 830 University to Lifelong Medical Care
5.Louis, Police – Revenue Grant $269,000 accept Selective Traffic Enforcement Program (STEP) grant with CA Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) period 10/1/2023 – 9/30/2023
6.Louis, Police – Revenue Grant $59,168 accept Cannabis Tax Fund Grant Program (CTFGP) with CA Highway Patrol period 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2023
7.Garland, Public Works – 5 year License Agreement with RM Ventures, LLC, d.b.a. In the Wood Grill & Bar for nonexclusive use of the Elmwood Parking Lot Pedestrian Paseo
8.Garland, Public Works – Amend Contract #32200073 add $508,602 total $1,790,213 and extend from 12/31/2023 to 6/30/2025 with Toole Design Group for engineering design and construction for Southside Complete Streets Project
9.Garland, Public Works – Agreement with Goldsmiths for Strawberry Creek Culvert Repair authorizing cost sharing agreement and release of claims for 10/24/2021 failed culvert under both City right of way and private property, City share $75,000
10.Garland, Public Works – Amend Agreement for Maintenance of State Highways between City and CA Dept of Transportation for new pedestrian hybrid beacon at San Pablo and Virginia, San Pablo and Hearst and new rapid rectangular flashing beacon (RRFB) at Ashby and California
11.Garland, Public Works – Amend Contract #9977C add $1,650,000 total $3,700,000 and extend to 6/30/2029 with Portable Computer Systems dba PCS Mobile for parking and citation services
12.Garland, Public Works – Amend Contracts #32000078 add $300,000 total $475,000 and #32000093 add $100,000 total $600,000 with DC Electric Group, Inc for on-call electric services
13.Garland, Public Works – Contract $375,000 with Turnstone Data, Inc for parking data analytics services period 1/1/2024 to 12/31/2026
14.Arreguin – Budget Referral $200,000 to November AAO#1with Measure P funds to Berkeley Food Network for FY 2023-2024
AGENDA on ACTION:
15.Klein, Planning – Amendments to Title 23 relating to ADUs to conform to State Law and respond to guidance from CA Dept of Housing and Community Development
16.Radu, City Manager’s Office – Amend Contract #32200202 add $5,362,043 total $8,367,313 extending lease at 1461 University for interim non-congregate shelter program at this location
17. Radu, City Manager’s Office – Contract with Housing Consortium of the East Bay (HCEB) to operate shelter at 1461 University, Rodeway Inn.
18.Kesarwani, co-sponsor Taplin – Referral to City Manager to rezone Gilman from existing Manufacturing (M) to Manufacturing, Research and Development (M-RD) for the planned Pacific Steel Casting site development and to extend the West Berkeley Commercial Zone from Gilman and Ninth West and to refer $250,000 to the FY 2024-2025 for consulting services to assist with the planning process and associated environmental review and economic analyses. (The project plan thus far is to “cap” the toxic waste and build on top of it)
INFORMATION REPORTS:
19.Brown, City Attorney - Settlement of California River Watch of Intent to File Suit
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for Regular 6 pm Meeting on September 12, 2023
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1606796328
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 679 6328
https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-regular-meeting-eagenda-september-12-2023
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.Friedrichsen, Budget – Contract $130m176 with Downtown YMCA for Fitness Center Memberships for City Employees, 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2024
2.Ferris, Parks – Amend Contract #32200058 add $35,000 total $185,000 with ACI Payments, Inc for Recreation Online Registration System
3.Ferris, Parks – Stipend for Echo Lake Camp Staff approving $500/week stipend for certain Echo Lake Camp daily-rated staff working in the summer of 2023 starting 7/30/2023
4.Louis, Police – Amend Contract #10092-4 add $1,000,000 total $3,000,000 with Serological Research Institute (SERI) for DNA testing
5.Minutes
6.Establish 2024 City Council Meeting Schedule
7.Numainville, City Clerk - Appointment of new Police Accountability Board Member
8.Numainville, City Clerk – Contract $170,700 with NWestcoast Online Information Systems, Inc. dba NetFile for online campaign report, public financing and Form 700 Filing, processing, web posting, and tracking
9.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations and Request for Proposals $9,990,000 (Derelict Vessel/Debris $90,000, Sanitary Sewer The Alameda, Keeler, Euclid, et al $4,400,000, Sanitary Sewer Virginia, Parker et al $5,500,000
10.Sprague, Fire – Contract $600,000 with Swifthawk, LLC to provide project management and consulting services
11.Sprague, Fire – Amend Contract #32300094 add $228,000 total $308,000 with Restoration Family Counseling Center for Counseling Education and Support
12.Warhuus, HHCS – Accept Future of Public Health Funds from the State of California of $912,213 for each of the following fiscal years 2024, 2025, 2026
13.Warhuus, HHCS – Increase Taxi Scrip Redemption Window Cash Drawer from $15,000 to $20,000
14.Warhuus, HHCS – Contract $175,000 with The Housing Workshop for Social Housing Models & Market Analysis from 9/13/2023 – 9/13/2024
15.Warhuus, HHCS – Expenditure Contract: $289,011 with Persimmony International for ongoing system maintenance of web-based MediCal Administration Activities (MAA)and Targeted Case Management (TCM) documentation from 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2027
16.Warhuus, HHCS – Amend Contract #31900009 add $287,712 total $945,424 with Building Opportunities for Self-Sufficiency (BOSS) for McKinley House (2111 McKinley) and extend 2 years to 11/1/2025
17.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Contract $125,000 (1 year) with Sensis, Inc. for recruitment and marketing services with option to renew for $125,000 total $250,000 over 2 years
18.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Establish Classification and Salary Range for Lactation Counselor, hourly $41.1351 - $50.0000, annual $85,561.0080 - $104,000 in order to utilize grant funding for International Board Certified Lactation consultant (IBCLC)
19.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Revise Classification and Salary Range for Paramedic hourly $30.00 - $40.00 (currently $30 - $45 per hour) to offset unanticipated budgetary impacts due to overtime
20.Kouyoumdjian, HR – MOU Berkeley Police Association
21.Ferris, Parks – Grant Applications: Bipartisan Infrastructure Law(BIL) for Parks Improvement Projects amount up to $5,000,000 to the Clean California Local Grant Program (CCLGP) for the Tom Bates Fields Beautification Project
22.Ferris, Parks – Utility easement: Bolivar Drive – EBMUD along Bolivar Drive at Aquatic Park
23.Homeless Services Panel of Experts – Serving Inclement weather needs, RV dwellers, and other vehicle dwellers through Encampment Mobile Mental Health Wellness Team
24.Homeless Services Panel of Experts – Restore one monthly meeting
25.a. Homeless Service Panel of Experts - Accommodating Client Literacy and Cognitive Challenges in Community Agency Allocation Funding Process to include allocation funding RFP, b. Companion Report – take no action staff have already included RFP
26.Arreguin – Appoint Ayanna Davis to the Berkeley Housing Authority Board
27.Arreguin – Excused Absence for Kate Harrison
28.Tapin, co-sponsor Robinson – Letter to State Legislators requesting state budget allocations for capital improvements at San Pablo Park including Frances Albrier Community Center and San Pablo Park Pool
29.Taplin, co-sponsors Robinson, Humbert (reviewed by FITES) – 51B GART + University/Shattuck Corridor Mobility Improvements Referral to City Manager for feasibility analysis and community engagement process plus budget referrals $150,000 for FY 2024-2025 and $150,000 for FY 2025 – 2026
30.Harrison – Budget referral $100,000 to FY 2023 and FY 2024 AAO #1 to beautify Vacant Storefronts in Berkeley Commercial Districts
31.Hahn, co-sponsor Taplin – Budget referral $140,000 AAO #1 for Miyawaki “Pocket Forest” Pilot Program to Support Carbon Sequestration, Biodiversity, Cooling, Noise Reduction, Health, and Equity
AGENDA on ACTION:
32.Harrison – Designate Open Space adjacent to Old City Hall, Alameda County Berkeley Court House and City of Berkeley Public Safety Building as a Linear City Park pursuant to BMC 6.42
INFORMATION REPORTS:
33.LPO NOD: 60 Panoramic Way #LMIN2023-0001
34.LPO NOD: 1960 San Antonio Ave // 645 Arlington #LMSAP2022-0005
35.LPO NOD: 803 Delaware LMSAP2023-0002
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LAND USE CALENDAR PUBLIC HEARINGS:
- 705 Euclid Avenue (new single family dwelling) 9/26/2023
- 1598 University Avenue (Construct 8-story mixed-use building) – new date 9/26/2023
- 3000 Shattuck Avenue (Construct 10-story mixed-use building) – TBD
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
- October 10 at 4 pm Potential Changes & Enhancements to the City legislative process
- Proposed November 2, 2023 - Draft Waterfront Specific Plan
- Proposed November 30, 2023 – Re-Imagining Public Safety Update
- October 3, 2023 - Staff report on Berkeley's financial condition
UNSCHEDULED WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS
- Fire Department Standards of Coverage & Community Risk Assessment
- September 19 at 4 pm Being rescheduled - Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation
PAST MEETINGS with reports worth reading:
- May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report, Wildfire Prevention Plan https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-special-meeting-eagenda-may-16-2023-6-pm
- June 20 (WS) - Climate Action Plan & Resilience Update, Berkeley Economic Dashboards Update reports available https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas/city-council-2023-06-20
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Berkeley Daily Planet postings are currently on hold while the editor recovers from an injury: www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
August 27 - September 3, 2023
Worth Noting:
City Council is scheduled to be on summer recess through September 11, 2023, however, City Council is meeting on Monday at 6 pm to approve the MOU with the Berkeley Police Association (BPA) see meeting link below for details.
Monday:
If you know someone needing assistance with overdue water bills, refer them to the Low Income Household Waster Assistance Program (LIWAP) Program has been extended, however, applications need to be submitted asap https://www.ebmud.com/customers/customer-assistance-program/financial-relief-customers-behind-water-bills-during-pandemic
If you know someone in need of affordable housing, applications for the waiting list for Allston House studio, 1,2, and 3-bedroom units is open. Paper applications must be postmarked by 8/29/2023. For more information see flyer: https://www.sahahomes.org/sites/default/files/41%20Allston%20House%20Flyer%20-%20English.pdf
Berkeley Daily Planet postings are currently on hold while the editor recovers from an injury: www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, August 27, 2023 - no city meetings or events listed
Monday, August 28, 2023
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1600009748
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 000 9748
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 9/12/2023 – 6 pm Regular City Council Meeting – use link or read full draft agenda below at the end of the list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Workssessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review: None, Unscheduled Items: 8a. Discussion of Potential Changes to City Council Legislative Process, 8b. Discussion Regarding Design and Strengthening of Policy Committees Process and Structure (Including Budget Referrals), 9. Modifications or Improvements to City Council Meeting Procedures, 10. Strengthening and Supporting City Commission: Guidance on Development of Legislative Proposals, 11. Discussion and Recommendations on the Continued Use of the Berkeley Considers Online Engagement Portal.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1603794554
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 379 4554
AGENDA ACTION: Memorandum of Understanding: Berkeley Police Association July 1, 2023 – June 30, 2026 approving new Classification and Salary table for Representation Units E and F. COLA 3% increase per year, KIND Policing Education Incentive, Longevity Pay and Retiree Health Benefits.
https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-special-meeting-eagenda-august-28-2023
SPEAKING UP for POINT MOLATE from 6 – 7 pm
Videoconference: Send request to [email protected]
Since this is a series the previous zoom link given here may work if you do not receive a gmail response in time
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82326950370?pwd=cnRvejFTWFkrZzVqcGJ4RExrSVRYUT09
Meeting ID: 823 2695 0370 Passcode: 941160
AGENDA: YES - Youth Take the Lead to Improve Local Parks
Tuesday, August 29, 2023 - no city meetings or events listed
Wednesday, August 30, 2023
COMMISSION on the STATUS of WOMEN at 7 pm
In-Person: At 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 7. Presentation on Planned Berkeley High Wellness Center as Addressing Girls’ Needs and Coaching Boys into Men on Facilitating Healthy Relationships, 88. Presentation from National Housing Law Projec on Abuse and Exploitation of Older Women in the Housing Market, 9. Possible recommendation to Council on Development of Sex Trafficking Resources in Berkeley, 10. Workplan.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-status-women
Thursday, August 31, 2023 - no city meetings or events listed
Friday, September 1, 2023 - no city meetings or events listed
Saturday, September 2, 2023 - no city meetings or events listed
Sunday, September 3, 2023 - no city meetings or events listed
Monday, September 4, 2023 – Labor Day Holiday
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AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
REVIEW AND APPROVE 9/12/2023 City Council Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1600009748
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 000 9748
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
DRAFT AGENDA
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.Friedrichsen, Budget – Contract $130m176 with Downtown YMCA for Fitness Center Memberships for City Employees, 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2024
2.Ferris, Parks – Amend Contract #32200058 add $35,000 total $185,000 with ACI Payments, Inc for Recreation Online Registration System
3.Ferris, Parks – Stipend for Echo Lake Camp Staff approving $500/week stipend for certain Echo Lake Camp daily-rated staff working in the summer of 2023 starting 7/30/2023
4.Louis, Police – Amend Contract #10092-4 add $1,000,000 total $3,000,000 with Serological Research Institute (SERI) for DNA testing
5.Minutes
6.Establish 2024 City Council Meeting Schedule
7.Numainville, City Clerk - Appointment of new Police Accountability Board Member
8.Numainville, City Clerk – Contract $170,700 with NWestcoast Online Information Systems, Inc. dba NetFile for online campaign report, public financing and Form 700 Filing, processing, web posting, and tracking
9.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations and Request for Proposals $9,990,000
10.Sprague, Fire – Contract $600,000 with Swifthawk, LLC to provide project management and consulting services
11.Sprague, Fire – Amend Contract #32300094 add $228,000 total $308,000 with Restoration Family Counseling Center for Counseling Education and Support
12.Warhuus, HHCS – Accept Future of Public Health Funds from the State of California of $912,213 for each of the following fiscal years 2024, 2025, 2026
13.Warhuus, HHCS – Increase Taxi Scrip Redemption Window Cash Drawer from $15,000 to $20,000
14.Warhuus, HHCS – Contract $175,000 with The Housing Workshop for Social Housing Models & Market Analysis from 9/13/2023 – 9/13/2024
15.Warhuus, HHCS – Expenditure Contract: $289,011 with Persimmony International for ongoing system maintenance of web-based MediCal Administration Activities (MAA)and Targeted Case Management (TCM) documentation from 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2027
16.Warhuus, HHCS – Amend Contract #31900009 add $287,712 total $945,424 with Building Opportunities for Self-Sufficiency (BOSS) for McKinley House (2111 McKinley) and extend 2 years to 11/1/2025
17.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Contract $125,000 (1 year) with Sensis, Inc. for recruitment and marketing services with option to renew for $125,000 total $250,000 over 2 years
18.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Establish Classification and Salary Range for Lactation Counselor, hourly $41.1351 - $50.0000, annual $85,561.0080 - $104,000 in order to utilize grant funding for International Board Certified Lactation consultant (IBCLC)
19.Kouyoumdjian, HR –Revise Classification and Salary Range for Paramedic hourly $30.00 - $40.00 (currently $30 - $45 per hour) to offset unanticipated budgetary impacts due to overtime
20.Ferris, Parks – Grant Applications: Bipartisan Infrastructure Law(BIL) for Parks Improvement Projects amount up to $5,000,000 to the Clean California Local Grant Program (CCLGP) for the Tom Bates Fields Beautification Project
21.Ferris, Parks – Utility easement: Bolivar Drive – EBMUD along Bolivar Drive at Aquatic Park
22.Homeless Services Panel of Experts – Serving Inclement weather needs, RV dwellers, and other vehicle dwellers through Encampment Mobile Mental Health Wellness Team
23.Homeless Services Panel of Experts – Restore one monthly meeting
24.Arreguin – Appoint Ayanna Davis to the Berkeley Housing Authority Board
25.Tapin – Letter to State Legislators requesting state budget allocations for capital improvements at San Pablo Park including Frances Albrier Community Center and San Pablo Park Pool
26.Taplin, co-sponsor Robinson (reviewed by FITES) – 51B GART + University/Shattuck Corridor Mobility Improvements Referral to City Manager for feasibility analysis and community engagement process plus budget referrals $150,000 for FY 2024-2025 and $150,000 for FY 2025 – 2026
27.Harrison – Budget referral $100,000 to FY 2023 and FY 2024 AAO #1 to beautify Vacant Storefronts in Berkeley Commercial Districts
28.Hahn, co-sponsor Taplin – Budget referral $140,000 AAO #1 for “Pocket Forest” Pilot Program to Support Carbon Sequestration, Biodiversity, Cooling, Noise Reduction, Health, and Equity
AGENDA on ACTION:
29.a. Homeless Service Panel of Experts - Accommodating Client Literacy and Cognitive Challenges in Community Agency Allocation Funding Process to include allocation funding RFP, b. Companion Report – take no action staff have already included RFP
30.Arreguin – Excused Absence for Kate Harrison
31.Harrison – Designate Open Space adjacent to Old City Hall, Alameda County Berkeley Court House and City of Berkeley Public Safety Building as a Linear City Park pursuant to BMC 6.42
INFORMATION REPORTS:
32.LPO NOD: 60 Panoramic Way #LMIN2023-0001
33.LPO NOD: 1960 San Antonio Ave // 645 Arlington #LMSAP2022-0005
34.LPO NOD: 803 Delaware LMSAP2023-0002
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LAND USE CALENDAR PUBLIC HEARINGS:
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
UNSCHEDULED WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS
PAST MEETINGS with reports worth reading:
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Berkeley Daily Planet postings are currently on hold while the editor recovers from an injury: www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
Worth Noting:
City Council is scheduled to be on summer recess through September 11, 2023, however, City Council is meeting on Monday at 6 pm to approve the MOU with the Berkeley Police Association (BPA) see meeting link below for details.
Monday:
- At 2:30 pm the Agenda Committee meets in the hybrid format to plan the 9/12/2023 regular City Council 6 pm meeting.
- At 6 pm the City Council meets in the hybrid format to approve the MOU with the Berkeley Police Association.
- From 6 – 7 pm online Speaking Up for Point Molate.
- Wednesday: At 7 pm the Commission on the Status of Women meets in person.
If you know someone needing assistance with overdue water bills, refer them to the Low Income Household Waster Assistance Program (LIWAP) Program has been extended, however, applications need to be submitted asap https://www.ebmud.com/customers/customer-assistance-program/financial-relief-customers-behind-water-bills-during-pandemic
If you know someone in need of affordable housing, applications for the waiting list for Allston House studio, 1,2, and 3-bedroom units is open. Paper applications must be postmarked by 8/29/2023. For more information see flyer: https://www.sahahomes.org/sites/default/files/41%20Allston%20House%20Flyer%20-%20English.pdf
Berkeley Daily Planet postings are currently on hold while the editor recovers from an injury: www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, August 27, 2023 - no city meetings or events listed
Monday, August 28, 2023
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1600009748
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 000 9748
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 9/12/2023 – 6 pm Regular City Council Meeting – use link or read full draft agenda below at the end of the list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Workssessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review: None, Unscheduled Items: 8a. Discussion of Potential Changes to City Council Legislative Process, 8b. Discussion Regarding Design and Strengthening of Policy Committees Process and Structure (Including Budget Referrals), 9. Modifications or Improvements to City Council Meeting Procedures, 10. Strengthening and Supporting City Commission: Guidance on Development of Legislative Proposals, 11. Discussion and Recommendations on the Continued Use of the Berkeley Considers Online Engagement Portal.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1603794554
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 379 4554
AGENDA ACTION: Memorandum of Understanding: Berkeley Police Association July 1, 2023 – June 30, 2026 approving new Classification and Salary table for Representation Units E and F. COLA 3% increase per year, KIND Policing Education Incentive, Longevity Pay and Retiree Health Benefits.
https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-special-meeting-eagenda-august-28-2023
SPEAKING UP for POINT MOLATE from 6 – 7 pm
Videoconference: Send request to [email protected]
Since this is a series the previous zoom link given here may work if you do not receive a gmail response in time
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82326950370?pwd=cnRvejFTWFkrZzVqcGJ4RExrSVRYUT09
Meeting ID: 823 2695 0370 Passcode: 941160
AGENDA: YES - Youth Take the Lead to Improve Local Parks
Tuesday, August 29, 2023 - no city meetings or events listed
Wednesday, August 30, 2023
COMMISSION on the STATUS of WOMEN at 7 pm
In-Person: At 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 7. Presentation on Planned Berkeley High Wellness Center as Addressing Girls’ Needs and Coaching Boys into Men on Facilitating Healthy Relationships, 88. Presentation from National Housing Law Projec on Abuse and Exploitation of Older Women in the Housing Market, 9. Possible recommendation to Council on Development of Sex Trafficking Resources in Berkeley, 10. Workplan.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-status-women
Thursday, August 31, 2023 - no city meetings or events listed
Friday, September 1, 2023 - no city meetings or events listed
Saturday, September 2, 2023 - no city meetings or events listed
Sunday, September 3, 2023 - no city meetings or events listed
Monday, September 4, 2023 – Labor Day Holiday
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AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
REVIEW AND APPROVE 9/12/2023 City Council Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1600009748
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 000 9748
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
DRAFT AGENDA
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.Friedrichsen, Budget – Contract $130m176 with Downtown YMCA for Fitness Center Memberships for City Employees, 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2024
2.Ferris, Parks – Amend Contract #32200058 add $35,000 total $185,000 with ACI Payments, Inc for Recreation Online Registration System
3.Ferris, Parks – Stipend for Echo Lake Camp Staff approving $500/week stipend for certain Echo Lake Camp daily-rated staff working in the summer of 2023 starting 7/30/2023
4.Louis, Police – Amend Contract #10092-4 add $1,000,000 total $3,000,000 with Serological Research Institute (SERI) for DNA testing
5.Minutes
6.Establish 2024 City Council Meeting Schedule
7.Numainville, City Clerk - Appointment of new Police Accountability Board Member
8.Numainville, City Clerk – Contract $170,700 with NWestcoast Online Information Systems, Inc. dba NetFile for online campaign report, public financing and Form 700 Filing, processing, web posting, and tracking
9.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations and Request for Proposals $9,990,000
10.Sprague, Fire – Contract $600,000 with Swifthawk, LLC to provide project management and consulting services
11.Sprague, Fire – Amend Contract #32300094 add $228,000 total $308,000 with Restoration Family Counseling Center for Counseling Education and Support
12.Warhuus, HHCS – Accept Future of Public Health Funds from the State of California of $912,213 for each of the following fiscal years 2024, 2025, 2026
13.Warhuus, HHCS – Increase Taxi Scrip Redemption Window Cash Drawer from $15,000 to $20,000
14.Warhuus, HHCS – Contract $175,000 with The Housing Workshop for Social Housing Models & Market Analysis from 9/13/2023 – 9/13/2024
15.Warhuus, HHCS – Expenditure Contract: $289,011 with Persimmony International for ongoing system maintenance of web-based MediCal Administration Activities (MAA)and Targeted Case Management (TCM) documentation from 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2027
16.Warhuus, HHCS – Amend Contract #31900009 add $287,712 total $945,424 with Building Opportunities for Self-Sufficiency (BOSS) for McKinley House (2111 McKinley) and extend 2 years to 11/1/2025
17.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Contract $125,000 (1 year) with Sensis, Inc. for recruitment and marketing services with option to renew for $125,000 total $250,000 over 2 years
18.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Establish Classification and Salary Range for Lactation Counselor, hourly $41.1351 - $50.0000, annual $85,561.0080 - $104,000 in order to utilize grant funding for International Board Certified Lactation consultant (IBCLC)
19.Kouyoumdjian, HR –Revise Classification and Salary Range for Paramedic hourly $30.00 - $40.00 (currently $30 - $45 per hour) to offset unanticipated budgetary impacts due to overtime
20.Ferris, Parks – Grant Applications: Bipartisan Infrastructure Law(BIL) for Parks Improvement Projects amount up to $5,000,000 to the Clean California Local Grant Program (CCLGP) for the Tom Bates Fields Beautification Project
21.Ferris, Parks – Utility easement: Bolivar Drive – EBMUD along Bolivar Drive at Aquatic Park
22.Homeless Services Panel of Experts – Serving Inclement weather needs, RV dwellers, and other vehicle dwellers through Encampment Mobile Mental Health Wellness Team
23.Homeless Services Panel of Experts – Restore one monthly meeting
24.Arreguin – Appoint Ayanna Davis to the Berkeley Housing Authority Board
25.Tapin – Letter to State Legislators requesting state budget allocations for capital improvements at San Pablo Park including Frances Albrier Community Center and San Pablo Park Pool
26.Taplin, co-sponsor Robinson (reviewed by FITES) – 51B GART + University/Shattuck Corridor Mobility Improvements Referral to City Manager for feasibility analysis and community engagement process plus budget referrals $150,000 for FY 2024-2025 and $150,000 for FY 2025 – 2026
27.Harrison – Budget referral $100,000 to FY 2023 and FY 2024 AAO #1 to beautify Vacant Storefronts in Berkeley Commercial Districts
28.Hahn, co-sponsor Taplin – Budget referral $140,000 AAO #1 for “Pocket Forest” Pilot Program to Support Carbon Sequestration, Biodiversity, Cooling, Noise Reduction, Health, and Equity
AGENDA on ACTION:
29.a. Homeless Service Panel of Experts - Accommodating Client Literacy and Cognitive Challenges in Community Agency Allocation Funding Process to include allocation funding RFP, b. Companion Report – take no action staff have already included RFP
30.Arreguin – Excused Absence for Kate Harrison
31.Harrison – Designate Open Space adjacent to Old City Hall, Alameda County Berkeley Court House and City of Berkeley Public Safety Building as a Linear City Park pursuant to BMC 6.42
INFORMATION REPORTS:
32.LPO NOD: 60 Panoramic Way #LMIN2023-0001
33.LPO NOD: 1960 San Antonio Ave // 645 Arlington #LMSAP2022-0005
34.LPO NOD: 803 Delaware LMSAP2023-0002
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LAND USE CALENDAR PUBLIC HEARINGS:
- 705 Euclid Avenue (new single family dwelling) 9/26/2023
- 1598 University Avenue (Construct 8-story mixed-use building) – new date 9/26/2023
- 3000 Shattuck Avenue (Construct 10-story mixed-use building) – TBD
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
- September 19 at 4 pm - Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation
- Proposed November 2, 2023 - Draft Waterfront Specific Plan
- Proposed November 30, 2023 – Re-Imagining Public Safety Update
UNSCHEDULED WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS
- Fire Department Standards of Coverage & Community Risk Assessment
PAST MEETINGS with reports worth reading:
- May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report, Wildfire Prevention Plan https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-special-meeting-eagenda-may-16-2023-6-pm
- June 20 (WS) - Climate Action Plan & Resilience Update, Berkeley Economic Dashboards Update reports available https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas/city-council-2023-06-20
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Berkeley Daily Planet postings are currently on hold while the editor recovers from an injury: www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
August 20 - August 27, 2023
Worth Noting:
Very light week. City Council is on summer recess through September 11, 2023 and most boards and commissions do not meet in August.
If you know someone needing assistance with overdue water bills, refer them to the Low Income Household Waster Assistance Program (LIWAP) Program has been extended, however, applications need to be submitted asap https://www.ebmud.com/customers/customer-assistance-program/financial-relief-customers-behind-water-bills-during-pandemic
If you know someone in need of affordable housing, applications for the waiting list for Allston House studio, 1,2, and 3-bedroom units opens at 9 am August 22, 2023. Paper applications must be postmarked by 8/29/2023. For more information see flyer: https://www.sahahomes.org/sites/default/files/41%20Allston%20House%20Flyer%20-%20English.pdf
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, August 20, 2023 - no city meetings or events listed
Monday, August 21, 2023
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION GRANTS subcommittee at 3 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1602754069
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 Meeting ID: 160 275 4069
AGENDA: Discussion and Possible Action a) Grant Cycle 2024, b) Grant Guidelines
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
SPEAKING UP for POINT MOLATE from 6 – 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82326950370?pwd=cnRvejFTWFkrZzVqcGJ4RExrSVRYUT09
Meeting ID: 823 2695 0370 Passcode: 941160
AGENDA: Youth vision for Point Molate Park
Tuesday, August 22, 2023
COMMUNITY for a CULTURAL CIVIC CENTER (CCCC) at 12 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85930753239?pwd=L0dFVlZyWDIzU2E5dHBHcjU2S0Uxdz09
AGENDA: Update with Eleanor Hollander from City of Berkeley Office of Economic Opportunity and Susi Marzuola from Siegel & Strain (consultant group)
Wednesday, August 23, 2023 - no city meetings or events listed
Thursday, August 24, 2023 - no city meetings or events listed
Friday, August 25, 2023
MOVIES in the PARK – STRANGE WORLD from 8 pm – 9:45 pm
In-Person: At Willard Park, 2720 Hillegass
Bring blankets, sleeping bags and/or low-back beach chairs with maximum height of 9 inches off the ground. A flashlight or headlamp makes walking out at the end of the night easier. This is an alcohol-free event.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/movies-park-strange-world
Saturday, August 26, 2023 - no city meetings or events listed
Sunday, August 27, 2023 - no city meetings or events listed
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LAND USE CALENDAR PUBLIC HEARINGS:
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
PAST MEETINGS with reports worth reading:
Worth Noting:
Very light week. City Council is on summer recess through September 11, 2023 and most boards and commissions do not meet in August.
- Monday:
- At 3 pm the Civics Arts Commission Grants Subcommittee meets online.
- From 6 – 7 pm online Speaking Up for Point Molate.
- Tuesday: At 12 pm the Community for a Cultural Civic Center (CCCC) meets online.
- Friday: From 8 – 9:45 pm the movie in Willard Park is Strange World.
If you know someone needing assistance with overdue water bills, refer them to the Low Income Household Waster Assistance Program (LIWAP) Program has been extended, however, applications need to be submitted asap https://www.ebmud.com/customers/customer-assistance-program/financial-relief-customers-behind-water-bills-during-pandemic
If you know someone in need of affordable housing, applications for the waiting list for Allston House studio, 1,2, and 3-bedroom units opens at 9 am August 22, 2023. Paper applications must be postmarked by 8/29/2023. For more information see flyer: https://www.sahahomes.org/sites/default/files/41%20Allston%20House%20Flyer%20-%20English.pdf
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, August 20, 2023 - no city meetings or events listed
Monday, August 21, 2023
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION GRANTS subcommittee at 3 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1602754069
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 Meeting ID: 160 275 4069
AGENDA: Discussion and Possible Action a) Grant Cycle 2024, b) Grant Guidelines
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
SPEAKING UP for POINT MOLATE from 6 – 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82326950370?pwd=cnRvejFTWFkrZzVqcGJ4RExrSVRYUT09
Meeting ID: 823 2695 0370 Passcode: 941160
AGENDA: Youth vision for Point Molate Park
Tuesday, August 22, 2023
COMMUNITY for a CULTURAL CIVIC CENTER (CCCC) at 12 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85930753239?pwd=L0dFVlZyWDIzU2E5dHBHcjU2S0Uxdz09
AGENDA: Update with Eleanor Hollander from City of Berkeley Office of Economic Opportunity and Susi Marzuola from Siegel & Strain (consultant group)
Wednesday, August 23, 2023 - no city meetings or events listed
Thursday, August 24, 2023 - no city meetings or events listed
Friday, August 25, 2023
MOVIES in the PARK – STRANGE WORLD from 8 pm – 9:45 pm
In-Person: At Willard Park, 2720 Hillegass
Bring blankets, sleeping bags and/or low-back beach chairs with maximum height of 9 inches off the ground. A flashlight or headlamp makes walking out at the end of the night easier. This is an alcohol-free event.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/movies-park-strange-world
Saturday, August 26, 2023 - no city meetings or events listed
Sunday, August 27, 2023 - no city meetings or events listed
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LAND USE CALENDAR PUBLIC HEARINGS:
- 705 Euclid Avenue (new single family dwelling) 9/26/2023
- 3000 Shattuck Avenue (Construct 10-story mixed-use building) – 9/26/2023
- 1598 University Avenue (Construct 8-story mixed-use building) 10/3/2023
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
- Fire Department Standards of Coverage & Community Risk Assessment to be scheduled
- Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation to be rescheduled
- Draft Waterfront Specific Plan – rescheduled to fall
PAST MEETINGS with reports worth reading:
- May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report, Wildfire Prevention Plan https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-special-meeting-eagenda-may-16-2023-6-pm
- June 20 (WS) - Climate Action Plan & Resilience Update, Berkeley Economic Dashboards Update reports available https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas/city-council-2023-06-20
August 13 - August 20, 2023
Worth Noting:
Very light week. City Council is on summer recess through September 11, 2023 and most boards and commissions do not meet in August.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, August 13, 2023 - no city meetings or events listed
Monday, August 14, 2023
SPEAKING UP for POINT MOLATE from 6 – 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82326950370?pwd=cnRvejFTWFkrZzVqcGJ4RExrSVRYUT09
Meeting ID: 823 2695 0370 Passcode: 941160
AGENDA: Dr. Hughes Sonoma State Ecologist will speak on species that inhabit Point Molate eelgrass.
More about the speaker: https://www.kqed.org/science/1970711/sea-hares-scrub-seagrass-by-the-seashore
Tuesday, August 15, 2023 - no city meetings or events listed
Wednesday, August 16, 2023 - no city meetings or events listed
Thursday, August 17, 2023
DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE at 7 pm
In-Person: At 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley senior Center, Gooseberry Room
AGENDA:
1. 600 Addison – Coordinated Sign Program – exterior building signage, two buildings, 943 parking spaces
2. 1652 University at Jefferson (former Radio Shack location) – Preliminary Design Review – to demolish a 2-story 6232 sq ft commercial building and construct a 24,732 sq ft 5-story mixed-use building with 2264 sq ft of commercial space including 2 live-work units, 22,468 sq ft for 26 dwelling units, no parking, height 59 ft 10 in on 7,480 sq ft lot
3. 2538 Durant (between Telegraph and Bowditch) – Final Design Review - to demolish existing 4-story residential building including 12 dwelling units and construct 80,829 sq ft 8-story mixed-use building with 1641 sq ft of ground floor commercial space and 83 dwellings including 5 very low income units.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/design-review-committee
Friday, August 18, 2023 - no city meetings or events listed
Saturday, August 19, 2023
SHORELINE CLEANUP from 9 – 11 am
Meetup: At 160 University, Shorebird Park Nature Center
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/3rd-saturday-shoreline-cleanup-0
Sunday, August 20, 2023 - no city meetings or events listed
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LAND USE CALENDAR PUBLIC HEARINGS:
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
PAST MEETINGS with reports worth reading:
Worth Noting:
Very light week. City Council is on summer recess through September 11, 2023 and most boards and commissions do not meet in August.
- Monday: From 6 – 7 pm online Speaking Up for Point Molate on species that live in eelgrass.
- Thursday: At 7 pm in person DRC meets on 600 Addison, 1652 University and 2538 Durant.
- Saturday: From 9 – 11 am is shoreline cleanup
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, August 13, 2023 - no city meetings or events listed
Monday, August 14, 2023
SPEAKING UP for POINT MOLATE from 6 – 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82326950370?pwd=cnRvejFTWFkrZzVqcGJ4RExrSVRYUT09
Meeting ID: 823 2695 0370 Passcode: 941160
AGENDA: Dr. Hughes Sonoma State Ecologist will speak on species that inhabit Point Molate eelgrass.
More about the speaker: https://www.kqed.org/science/1970711/sea-hares-scrub-seagrass-by-the-seashore
Tuesday, August 15, 2023 - no city meetings or events listed
Wednesday, August 16, 2023 - no city meetings or events listed
Thursday, August 17, 2023
DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE at 7 pm
In-Person: At 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley senior Center, Gooseberry Room
AGENDA:
1. 600 Addison – Coordinated Sign Program – exterior building signage, two buildings, 943 parking spaces
2. 1652 University at Jefferson (former Radio Shack location) – Preliminary Design Review – to demolish a 2-story 6232 sq ft commercial building and construct a 24,732 sq ft 5-story mixed-use building with 2264 sq ft of commercial space including 2 live-work units, 22,468 sq ft for 26 dwelling units, no parking, height 59 ft 10 in on 7,480 sq ft lot
3. 2538 Durant (between Telegraph and Bowditch) – Final Design Review - to demolish existing 4-story residential building including 12 dwelling units and construct 80,829 sq ft 8-story mixed-use building with 1641 sq ft of ground floor commercial space and 83 dwellings including 5 very low income units.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/design-review-committee
Friday, August 18, 2023 - no city meetings or events listed
Saturday, August 19, 2023
SHORELINE CLEANUP from 9 – 11 am
Meetup: At 160 University, Shorebird Park Nature Center
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/3rd-saturday-shoreline-cleanup-0
Sunday, August 20, 2023 - no city meetings or events listed
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LAND USE CALENDAR PUBLIC HEARINGS:
- 705 Euclid Avenue (new single family dwelling) 9/26/2023
- 3000 Shattuck Avenue (Construct 10-story mixed-use building) – 9/26/2023
- 1598 University Avenue (Construct 8-story mixed-use building) 10/3/2023
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
- Fire Department Standards of Coverage & Community Risk Assessment to be scheduled
- Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation to be rescheduled
- Draft Waterfront Specific Plan – rescheduled to fall
PAST MEETINGS with reports worth reading:
- May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report, Wildfire Prevention Plan https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
- June 20 (WS) - Climate Action Plan & Resilience Update, Berkeley Economic Dashboards Update reports available https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
August 6 - August 13, 2023
Worth Noting:
City Council is on summer recess through September 11, 2023 and most boards and commissions do not meet in August.
Hybrid format means a meeting can be attended in person or online via zoom or by phone through teleconference.
Directions with links to ZOOM support for activating Closed Captioning and Save Transcript are at the bottom of this calendar.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, August 6, 2023 - no city meetings or events listed
Monday, August 7, 2023
POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD Fair & Impartial Policing Subcommittee at 3 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1947 Center, Tupelo Room
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89727052820
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 897 2705 2820
AGENDA: 2, Public Comment, 3. a. Review of BPD 3-pronged approach to traffic enforcement, b. Continued discussion on the preparation of a “Fair & Impartial Policing Assessment” report to City Council, 4. a. Discussion regarding the methods for monitoring and reporting on the process regarding the implementation of fair & Impartial Policing policies and procedures.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
PERSONNEL BOARD at 7 pm
In-Person: 1301 Shattuck, Live Oak Community Center, Fireside Room
AGENDA: V. Request for Extension of Temporary Appointments in HHCS (Senior Development Project Coordinator Jenny Wyant, Assistant Management Analyst Tahira Warner Senior, Management Analyst Rhianna Babka, Community Service specialist III Joshua Oehler, and Community Development Project Coordinator Emily Rose, VI. Recommendation amend Health Educator Job Class Specification, VII. Recommendation to Amend Senior Field Representative Job Class Specification, VIII. Recommendation to Amend Paramedic Salary range.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/personnel-board
Tuesday, August 8, 2023 - no city meetings or events listed
Wednesday, August 9, 2023
COMMISSION on DISABILITY at 5 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: Staff Updates 1. 2023 Log of access complaints, 2. Willard Clubhouse, 3. Berkeley Art Center, Commission Reports on CA Commission on Disability Access (CCDA) on 8/31, Discussion/Action 1. Hybrid meetings, 2. Workplan.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-disability
Thursday, August 10, 2023
ZONING ADJUSTMENT BOARD at 7 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: 1231 Addison, BUSD Board Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85166886349
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 of 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 851 6688 6349
AGENDA: 2. 2147 San Pablo – on consent – to demolish a 1-story automotive commercial building and construct a new 6-story (70 feet) mixed-sue building, 1873 sq ft commercial area and 128 group living accommodation (GLA) units including 12 very low income units and 23 ground floor parking spaces, utilizing state density bonus
3. 2813 Eighth Street – on consent – an addition to an existing 1-story sq ft laboratory building to convert it to a 2-story 3,111 sq ft warehouse with 2-spaced parking garage
4. 1515 Derby – on action – to demolish a 2-car garage and construct an 1850 sq ft 3-story single family residence behind the current single family home.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zoning-adjustments-board
Friday, August 11, 2023 - City Reduced Service Day
MOVIES in the PARK – Turning Red from 8:15 pm – 10 pm
In-Person: at 1300 Rose, Cedar Rose Park
Bring blankets, sleeping bags and/or low-back beach chairs with maximum height of 9 inches off the ground. A flashlight or headlamp makes walking out at the end of the night easier. This is an alcohol-free event.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/movies-park-turning-red
Saturday, August 12, 2023 - no city meetings or events listed
Sunday, August 13, 2023 - no city meetings or events listed
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LAND USE CALENDAR PUBLIC HEARINGS:
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
PAST MEETINGS with reports worth reading:
Worth Noting:
City Council is on summer recess through September 11, 2023 and most boards and commissions do not meet in August.
Hybrid format means a meeting can be attended in person or online via zoom or by phone through teleconference.
- Monday:
- At 3 pm the Police Accountability Board meets in the hybrid format.
- At 7 pm the Personnel Board meets in person.
- Wednesday: At 5 pm the Commission on Disability meets in person.
- Thursday: At 7 pm the Zoning Adjustment Board meets in the hybrid format on 3 projects.
- Friday: At 8:15 pm the movie Turning Red will be shown in Cedar Rose Park.
Directions with links to ZOOM support for activating Closed Captioning and Save Transcript are at the bottom of this calendar.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, August 6, 2023 - no city meetings or events listed
Monday, August 7, 2023
POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD Fair & Impartial Policing Subcommittee at 3 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1947 Center, Tupelo Room
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89727052820
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 897 2705 2820
AGENDA: 2, Public Comment, 3. a. Review of BPD 3-pronged approach to traffic enforcement, b. Continued discussion on the preparation of a “Fair & Impartial Policing Assessment” report to City Council, 4. a. Discussion regarding the methods for monitoring and reporting on the process regarding the implementation of fair & Impartial Policing policies and procedures.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
PERSONNEL BOARD at 7 pm
In-Person: 1301 Shattuck, Live Oak Community Center, Fireside Room
AGENDA: V. Request for Extension of Temporary Appointments in HHCS (Senior Development Project Coordinator Jenny Wyant, Assistant Management Analyst Tahira Warner Senior, Management Analyst Rhianna Babka, Community Service specialist III Joshua Oehler, and Community Development Project Coordinator Emily Rose, VI. Recommendation amend Health Educator Job Class Specification, VII. Recommendation to Amend Senior Field Representative Job Class Specification, VIII. Recommendation to Amend Paramedic Salary range.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/personnel-board
Tuesday, August 8, 2023 - no city meetings or events listed
Wednesday, August 9, 2023
COMMISSION on DISABILITY at 5 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: Staff Updates 1. 2023 Log of access complaints, 2. Willard Clubhouse, 3. Berkeley Art Center, Commission Reports on CA Commission on Disability Access (CCDA) on 8/31, Discussion/Action 1. Hybrid meetings, 2. Workplan.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-disability
Thursday, August 10, 2023
ZONING ADJUSTMENT BOARD at 7 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: 1231 Addison, BUSD Board Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85166886349
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 of 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 851 6688 6349
AGENDA: 2. 2147 San Pablo – on consent – to demolish a 1-story automotive commercial building and construct a new 6-story (70 feet) mixed-sue building, 1873 sq ft commercial area and 128 group living accommodation (GLA) units including 12 very low income units and 23 ground floor parking spaces, utilizing state density bonus
3. 2813 Eighth Street – on consent – an addition to an existing 1-story sq ft laboratory building to convert it to a 2-story 3,111 sq ft warehouse with 2-spaced parking garage
4. 1515 Derby – on action – to demolish a 2-car garage and construct an 1850 sq ft 3-story single family residence behind the current single family home.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zoning-adjustments-board
Friday, August 11, 2023 - City Reduced Service Day
MOVIES in the PARK – Turning Red from 8:15 pm – 10 pm
In-Person: at 1300 Rose, Cedar Rose Park
Bring blankets, sleeping bags and/or low-back beach chairs with maximum height of 9 inches off the ground. A flashlight or headlamp makes walking out at the end of the night easier. This is an alcohol-free event.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/movies-park-turning-red
Saturday, August 12, 2023 - no city meetings or events listed
Sunday, August 13, 2023 - no city meetings or events listed
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LAND USE CALENDAR PUBLIC HEARINGS:
- 705 Euclid Avenue (new single family dwelling) 9/26/2023
- 3000 Shattuck Avenue (Construct 10-story mixed-use building) – 9/26/2023
- 1598 University Avenue (Construct 8-story mixed-use building) 10/3/2023
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
- Fire Department Standards of Coverage & Community Risk Assessment to be scheduled
- Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation to be rescheduled
- Draft Waterfront Specific Plan – rescheduled to fall
PAST MEETINGS with reports worth reading:
- May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report, Wildfire Prevention Plan https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
- June 20 (WS) - Climate Action Plan & Resilience Update, Berkeley Economic Dashboards Update reports available https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
July 30 - August 6, 2023
Worth Noting:
City Council is on summer recess through September 11, 2023 and most boards and commissions do not meet in August.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, July 30, 2023 – no city meetings or events listed
Monday, July 31, 2023
COMMUNITY FOR A CULTURAL CIVIC CENTER (CCCC) at 12 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81225523461?pwd=aUd1dmNGb3NBWG5jOTJDajF4RkxZZz09
AGENDA: debrief of July 25 City Council special meeting on the Civic Center Phase II Design Plan
Tuesday, August 1, 2023
NATIONAL NIGHT OUT from 5 pm – 9 pm
AGENDA: Build bonds with your neighbors, police and local leaders, 50 neighborhood events are listed.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/national-night-out
Wednesday, August 2, 2023
DISASTER and FIRE SAFETY COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: At 997 Cedar
AGENDA: 4. Election Vice-Chair, 5. Workplan, 6. Hybrid meetings, 7. Discussion regarding the CA Office of the State Fire Marshal’s review of Panoramic Hill neighborhood, 8. State laws pertaining to development fees, 9. Request review of low-cost particulate smoke detectors tailored for high-priority areas.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/disaster-and-fire-safety-commission
Thursday, August 3, 2023
LANDMARKS PRESERVATION COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: At 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. 2138-2140 Dwight – Davis-Byrne Building – provide guidance and advice on paint colors for a City Landmark Building
7. 2428 Shattuck – Demolition Referral – Use Permit #ZP2022-0149 – demolish commercial building
8. 2712 Telegraph – Demolition Referral – Use Permit #ZP2022-0179 – demolish two commercial buildings.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/landmarks-preservation-commission
Friday, August 4, 2023 - no city meetings or events listed
Saturday, August 5, 2023 - no city meetings or events listed
Sunday, August 6, 2023 - no city meetings or events listed
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LAND USE CALENDAR PUBLIC HEARINGS:
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
Worth Noting:
City Council is on summer recess through September 11, 2023 and most boards and commissions do not meet in August.
- Monday: At 12 pm CCCC meets online.
- Tuesday: From 5 – 9 pm, National Night Out, individual neighborhood times vary.
- Wednesday: At 7 pm the Disaster and Fire Safety Commission meets in person.
- Thursday: At 7 pm the Landmarks Commission meets in person.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, July 30, 2023 – no city meetings or events listed
Monday, July 31, 2023
COMMUNITY FOR A CULTURAL CIVIC CENTER (CCCC) at 12 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81225523461?pwd=aUd1dmNGb3NBWG5jOTJDajF4RkxZZz09
AGENDA: debrief of July 25 City Council special meeting on the Civic Center Phase II Design Plan
Tuesday, August 1, 2023
NATIONAL NIGHT OUT from 5 pm – 9 pm
AGENDA: Build bonds with your neighbors, police and local leaders, 50 neighborhood events are listed.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/national-night-out
Wednesday, August 2, 2023
DISASTER and FIRE SAFETY COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: At 997 Cedar
AGENDA: 4. Election Vice-Chair, 5. Workplan, 6. Hybrid meetings, 7. Discussion regarding the CA Office of the State Fire Marshal’s review of Panoramic Hill neighborhood, 8. State laws pertaining to development fees, 9. Request review of low-cost particulate smoke detectors tailored for high-priority areas.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/disaster-and-fire-safety-commission
Thursday, August 3, 2023
LANDMARKS PRESERVATION COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: At 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. 2138-2140 Dwight – Davis-Byrne Building – provide guidance and advice on paint colors for a City Landmark Building
7. 2428 Shattuck – Demolition Referral – Use Permit #ZP2022-0149 – demolish commercial building
8. 2712 Telegraph – Demolition Referral – Use Permit #ZP2022-0179 – demolish two commercial buildings.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/landmarks-preservation-commission
Friday, August 4, 2023 - no city meetings or events listed
Saturday, August 5, 2023 - no city meetings or events listed
Sunday, August 6, 2023 - no city meetings or events listed
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LAND USE CALENDAR PUBLIC HEARINGS:
- 705 Euclid Avenue (new single family dwelling) 9/26/2023
- 3000 Shattuck Avenue (Construct 10-story mixed-use building) – 9/26/2023
- 1598 University Avenue (Construct 8-story miexed-use building) 10/3/2023
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
- Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation (rescheduled from July 11 to September 19 at 4 pm)
- Draft Waterfront Specific Plan (at 4 pm) – rescheduled from July 25 to October 2023
- Fire Department Standards of Coverage & Community Risk Assessment June 13 presentation cancelled due to lack of quorum, report is worth reading (to be rescheduled)
- Re-imagining Public Safety Update (November 2023)
July 23 - July 30, 2023
Worth Noting:
Council goes on summer recess from July 26 through September 11.
https://communityfeedback.opengov.com/portals/portal257/Issue_12979
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
Directions with links to ZOOM support for activating Closed Captioning and Save Transcript are at the bottom of this calendar.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, July 23, 2023 - no city meetings, events listed
Monday, July 24, 2023
CITY COUNCIL Closed Session at 3 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1616042048
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 604 2048
AGENDA: 1. Conference with Legal Counsel – anticipated litigation Worker’s Comp #ADJ10187918, 2. Conference with Legal Counsel – anticipated litigation a. California River Watch – Notice of Intent to File Suit Under the Federal Water Pollution Control Act (Clean Water act), 3. Conference with Real Property Negotiators 1900 Addison, Suite 300-350, Price and Terms, 4. Conference with Labor Negotiators, Employee Organizations: Berkeley Fire fighters Local 1227 I.A.F.F., Berkeley Fire Officers , Berkeley Police Association, Community Services and Part-time Recreation Activity Leaders SEIU 1021, Maintenance and Clerical SEIU 1021, Unrepresented Employees.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1618357177
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 835 7177
AGENDA: ZAB Appeal: 2720 Hillegass, Willard Park, Community Center, Use Permit/Variance #ZP2022-0095 (the administrative record for the appeal is 935 pages)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD (PAB) Special Meeting at 6:30 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1947 Center, Basement Level
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82136328053
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 821 3632 8053
AGENDA: 3. Public comment limited to agenda items, 4. Planning Session: PAB Presentation on ALPR at City Council, 5. Discussion on latest reporting concerning the independent investigation into allegations against the BPD’s Downtown Task Force/Bike Unit.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
Tuesday, July 25, 2023
CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 4 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1606074224
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 607 4224
AGENDA: Civic Center Phase II – Design Concept (the design concept packet is 194 pages)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1606074224
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 607 4224
AGENDA: Use the link and choose the html option or see the agenda listed at the end of the calendar. Item 38 on the agenda is the Fixed Automated License Plate Readers.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
ZERO WASTE COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1326 Allston Way, CoB Corporation Yard, Ratcliff Building, Willow Room
AGENDA: 1. Waste Characterization Study Report, Rport out from the Sub-Committee to Review Green Building Requirements, 3. Legislative Updates.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zero-waste-commission
Wednesday, July 26, 2023
COMMISSION on the STATUS of WOMEN at 7 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: no agenda posted, check later
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-status-women
Thursday, July 27, 2023
COMMUNITY HEALTH COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 7. Referral on Long Term Care Facility Oversight, 8. Light Pollution Control.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/community-health-commission
ZONING ADJUSTMENT BOARD at 7 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83526432627
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171
Meeting ID: 835 2643 2627
AGENDA: 2. DRC Recommendation for DRC Landscape Architect Position,
3. 2480 Bancroft Way – on consent – #ZP2022-0148 - demolish a one-story retail building and construct a 38,205 sq ft 8-story (95 ft) mixed-use building with 2,066 sq ft of commercial area, 28 units (includes two very low-income units).
4. 2208 Roosevelt – on consent – #ZP2023-0059 - to legally convert a 2535 sq ft 2-story single family dwelling into two individual units.
5. 1601 Harmon – on consent – #ZP2023-0049 - construct a 602 sq ft major residential addition over 14 ft in height on a lot that exceeds lot coverage and construct a balcony within the side setback. Proposed building height 18 ft 5 inches.
6. 2015 Blake at Milvia – staff recommend adopt the addendum and approve - #ZP2022-0178 – modify project originally approved under #ZP2020-0072 to construct main building on Parcel 2 that has 8-stories (88 ft, 6 inches) 200,683 sq ft of gross floor area, 206 units (including 23 very low-income density qualifying units) and 81-space subterranean parking garage, adopt the addendum to certified FEIR (State Clearinghouse #2021010078).
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zoning-adjustments-board
Friday, July 28, 2023
MOVIES in the PARK from 8:30 – 10:15 pm
In-Person: at 1720 8th, James Kenney Park
MOVIE: DC League of Super Pets
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/movies-park-dc-league-super-pets
Saturday, July 29, 2023
ADOPT-a-SPOT Volunteer Potluck Picnic 12:30 - 3:30 pm
In-Person: at 1300 Rose, Cedar Rose Park
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/adopt-spot-volunteer-potluck-picnic-0
Sunday, July 30, 2023 - no city meetings, events listed
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July 25, 2023 Agenda for CITY COUNCIL Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1606074224
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 607 4224
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.2nd reading Zoning Ordinance Amendments to Title 23 to conform to State Law and make non-substantive technical edits
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3.Designate Voting Delegate (Taplin) and Alternate (Humbert) at League of California Cities Annual Conference on 9/22/2023
4.Hollander, Economic Development – Contract to distribute 1/12 Berkeley Transient Occupancy Tax (Hotel Tax) not to exceed $3,500,000 with Convention and Visitor’s Bureau, d.b.a. Visit Berkeley for 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2027
5.Hollander, Economic Development – Contracts Turtle Island Monument in Civic Center Park 7/1/2023 – 3/30/2025, 1. Scott Parsons - $236,000 for fabrication of three new stone medallions, boulders for mounting and purchase granite base stone for mounting five bronze turtles, 2. Artworks Foundry - $350,000 for fabrication of large central bronze turtle sculpture
6.Radu, City Manager’s Office – Amend Contract # 117596-1 add $35,000 total $102,218 with Animal Fix Clinic (formerly Fix Our Ferals) for Spay and Neuter Services and extend to 7/25/2026
7.Oyekanmi, Finance – Bid Solicitations $885,000, FY 2023 Retaining Wall and Storm Drain Improvement
8.Sprague, Fire Department and Louis, BPD – Expand Contract add $50,000 total $300,000 with Cooke and Associates for Applicant Background Investigations 8/1/2023 – 7/31/2026
9.Warhuus, HHCS – Amend 10 Contracts for Mental Health Services Act (MHSA), Community Services and Supports (CSS) and Prevention and Early Intervention (PEI) funded through MHSA, CSS and PEI and extend to 6/30/2026, 1. CSS #108800-1 add $46,941 total $325,678 with Bay Area Hearing Voices Network, 2. CSS #31900132 add $100,000 per year total $700,000 with Building Opportunities for Self-Sufficiency (BOSS), 3. CSS #32200130 add $491,933 per year total $2,459,665 with Alameda County Behavioral Health Care Services, 4. CSS #32000117 add $626,616 per year for 3 years total $5,286,488 with Insight Housing (formerly Berkeley Food and Housing Project), 5. CSS #32000094 add $132,046 per year for 3 years with Youth Spirit Artworks and $78,000 (from Measure P) for FY 2024 for Tiny House Village total $1,211,230, 6. PEI #32000240 add $401,369 total $2,598,334 with BUSD, 7. PEI #088999-1 add $32,046 per year total $448,860 with Center for Independent Living, 8. PEI #052129-1 add $100,000 per year total $815,150 with Pacific Center for Human Growth, 9 PEI #32200146 add $100,000 per year total $475,000 with ONTRACK, 10. PEI #3200111 add $100,000 per year total $500,000 with East Bay Sanctuary Covenant
10.Warhuus, HHCS – Amend Contract #32300138 add $93,027 total $163,934 with California Mental Health Services Authority (CalMHSA) to execute a Participation Agreement for FY 2024 for the Prevention and Early Intervention Statewide Project thru 6/30/2024
11.Warhuus, HHCS – Contract $100,000 with 2 Plus 1 Housing Resolution services for Harriet Tubman Terrace Tenant Advocate for HHCS 7/15/2023 – 7/15/2024
12.Warhuus, HHCS – Resolution approving Mental Health Services Act Three Year Expenditure Plan FY 2024 - 2026
13.Warhuus, HHCS – Reserve $1,500,000 in Predevelopment Funds in Affordable Housing Mitigation Fee funds to BRIDGE Housing or its affiliate related to development of affordable Housing at North Berkeley BART
14.Aram Kouyoumdjian, HR – Establish Classification and Salary Range Deputy Police Chief annual salary range $200,000 - $260,000
15.Aram Kouyoumdjian, HR – Salary Range Adjustment for Public Employees Union (PEU) – Local 1, increase base salary Senior Building Maintenance Supervisor by 9.30%, Senior Equipment Supervisor by 13%, Senior Publics Works Supervisor by 8.53% and Senior Solid Wast Supervisor by 8.53% effective 1/1/2023
16.Fong, IT – Contract $325,000 with opportunity to extend thru FY 2025 total $370,000 for Piggyback Contract with SmartWave for City Facility Managed WiFi throughout City of Berkeley facilities
17.Ferris, Parks – Side Letter Agreement with Hornblower sublease rent payments at Doubletree Hotel at Waterfront
18.Ferris, Parks – Amend Contract #32200183 add $79,000 total $1,179,000 with Western Water Features, Inc for renovations at King Swim Center
19.Ferris, Parks – Amendment to existing $5,500,000 loan for D and E Dock Project in Berkeley Marina (4 alternatives) or internal loan with terms (charging interest to Marina fund) to use terms defined by City Manager.
20.Klein, Planning – Accept Grant $497,042 from Governor’s Office of Planning and Research to Create a New Environmental Justice Element, Update the General Disaster Preparedness & Safety Element, and Develop Community-Driven Climate and Resilience Metric 4/31/2023 – 1/31/2026
21.Garland, Public Works – Agreement with AC Transit to Provide Funding for Transit Shelter Maintenance $110,000 over 5 years
22.Garland, Public Works – Amend Contract add $50,000 total $100,000 with Benefit Resource, Inc. for Third-Party Administrator of Employee Commute Benefit Program and extend to 2/28/2025
23.Garland, Public Works – Amend Contract #32000128 add $500,000 total $1,200,000 with WSP USA Environment & Infrastructure, Inc. (formerly Wood Environment & Infrastructure Solutions, Inc.) for on-call environmental consulting services extend to 12/30/2026
24.Garland, Public Works – Amend contract #32000145 add $200,000 total $478,698 with Zonar Systems for Global Positioning System Telematics Program and extend to 6/30/2026
25.Garland, Public Works – Amend Contract #32100070 add $75,272 total $189,848 with Urban Ore, Inc. for Salvage Operations at CoB Transfer Station and extend to 6/30/2025
26.Garland, Public Works – Contract $300,000 with R & S Erection of Richmond, Inc. for on-call roll up door and gate maintenance and replacement 8/1/2023 – 7/31/2026
27.Garland, Public Works – Contract $1,900,000 with Wood Rogers, Inc. for Stormwater Master Plan
28.Garland, Public Works – Contract $300,000 with Disability Access Consultants (DAC) for up to 3 years for on-call American with Disabilities Act consulting for CoB Compliance Program
29.Garland, Public Works – Audit Status Report Underfunded Mandate: Resources, Strategic Plan, and Communication Needed to Continue Progress towards the Year 2020 Zero Waste Goal
30.Garland, Public Works – Audit Status Report Zero Waste Activities Will Help Align Service Levels with Billing and Ensure Customer Equity
31.Mental Health Commission – Resolution Adopt a City-Wide “Care First, Jails Last” Policy
32.Taplin, co-sponsor Harrison – Young Lives Matter Foundation Walk for Peace: Relinquishment Council Office Budget Funds
33.Barlett, co-sponsors Arreguin, Hahn, Harrison – Resolution proclaim the first week of August as Berkeley Farmer’s Market Week
34.Wengraf, co-sponsor Harrison, Hahn, Arreguin – Commemoration of the 100th Anniversary of the 1923 Berkeley Fire: Relinquishment Council Office Budget Funds
35.Robinson, co-sponsors Hahn, Humbert, Arreguin – Support Unionization of Peet’s Coffee Workers
AGENDA on ACTION:
36.Amendments to Title 23 Relating to ADU to conform to State Law and respond to guidance from California Department of Housing and Community Development
37.Warhuus, HHCS – Adopt Affordable Housing framework for North Berkeley BART Station Area
38.a. Louis, BPD – Surveillance Ordinance items related to Fixed Automated License Plate Readers (ALPRs), b. Police Accountability Board - response to BPD proposed Surveillance Ordinance
39.Louis, BPD – AB 488, 2022 Annual Military Equipment Report
40.Arreguin, co-sponsor Harrison – Waivers for Woolsey Gardens Affordable Housing Project at 3120 – 3130 Shattuck, waives requirement that purchasers have a yearly gross income limited to no more than 44% of the cost of the unit at the time of sale and adds one unit instead of paying .44 unit in lieu fee
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LAND USE CALENDAR PUBLIC HEARINGS:
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
Unscheduled Presentations – Workshops and Special Meetings:
Worth Noting:
Council goes on summer recess from July 26 through September 11.
- Monday:
- At 3 pm Council goes into closed session.
- At 6 pm Council meets in the hybrid format on the appeal of the approval by ZAB of the Construction of a Community Center at Willard Park.
- At 6:30 pm the PAB has a special meeting in the hybrid format.
- Tuesday:
- At 4 pm City Council meets in the hybrid format to adopt the Civic Center Design Plan.
- At 6 pm Council meets in the hybrid format with ALPR as item 38 on the agenda.
- At 6 pm the Zero Waste Commission meets in person.
- Wednesday:
- At 7 pm the Commission on the Status of Women meets in person, no agenda is posted.
- Thursday:
- At 6:30 pm the Community Health Commission meets in person.
- At 7 pm ZAB meets in the hybrid format.
- Friday: A
- t 8:30 pm Movies in the Park is showing DC League of Super Pets.
- Saturday:
- From 12:30 – 3:30 pm is the Adopt-a-Spot potluck in Cedar Rose Park.
https://communityfeedback.opengov.com/portals/portal257/Issue_12979
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
Directions with links to ZOOM support for activating Closed Captioning and Save Transcript are at the bottom of this calendar.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, July 23, 2023 - no city meetings, events listed
Monday, July 24, 2023
CITY COUNCIL Closed Session at 3 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1616042048
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 604 2048
AGENDA: 1. Conference with Legal Counsel – anticipated litigation Worker’s Comp #ADJ10187918, 2. Conference with Legal Counsel – anticipated litigation a. California River Watch – Notice of Intent to File Suit Under the Federal Water Pollution Control Act (Clean Water act), 3. Conference with Real Property Negotiators 1900 Addison, Suite 300-350, Price and Terms, 4. Conference with Labor Negotiators, Employee Organizations: Berkeley Fire fighters Local 1227 I.A.F.F., Berkeley Fire Officers , Berkeley Police Association, Community Services and Part-time Recreation Activity Leaders SEIU 1021, Maintenance and Clerical SEIU 1021, Unrepresented Employees.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1618357177
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 835 7177
AGENDA: ZAB Appeal: 2720 Hillegass, Willard Park, Community Center, Use Permit/Variance #ZP2022-0095 (the administrative record for the appeal is 935 pages)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD (PAB) Special Meeting at 6:30 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1947 Center, Basement Level
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82136328053
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 821 3632 8053
AGENDA: 3. Public comment limited to agenda items, 4. Planning Session: PAB Presentation on ALPR at City Council, 5. Discussion on latest reporting concerning the independent investigation into allegations against the BPD’s Downtown Task Force/Bike Unit.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
Tuesday, July 25, 2023
CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 4 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1606074224
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 607 4224
AGENDA: Civic Center Phase II – Design Concept (the design concept packet is 194 pages)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1606074224
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 607 4224
AGENDA: Use the link and choose the html option or see the agenda listed at the end of the calendar. Item 38 on the agenda is the Fixed Automated License Plate Readers.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
ZERO WASTE COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1326 Allston Way, CoB Corporation Yard, Ratcliff Building, Willow Room
AGENDA: 1. Waste Characterization Study Report, Rport out from the Sub-Committee to Review Green Building Requirements, 3. Legislative Updates.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zero-waste-commission
Wednesday, July 26, 2023
COMMISSION on the STATUS of WOMEN at 7 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: no agenda posted, check later
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-status-women
Thursday, July 27, 2023
COMMUNITY HEALTH COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 7. Referral on Long Term Care Facility Oversight, 8. Light Pollution Control.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/community-health-commission
ZONING ADJUSTMENT BOARD at 7 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83526432627
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171
Meeting ID: 835 2643 2627
AGENDA: 2. DRC Recommendation for DRC Landscape Architect Position,
3. 2480 Bancroft Way – on consent – #ZP2022-0148 - demolish a one-story retail building and construct a 38,205 sq ft 8-story (95 ft) mixed-use building with 2,066 sq ft of commercial area, 28 units (includes two very low-income units).
4. 2208 Roosevelt – on consent – #ZP2023-0059 - to legally convert a 2535 sq ft 2-story single family dwelling into two individual units.
5. 1601 Harmon – on consent – #ZP2023-0049 - construct a 602 sq ft major residential addition over 14 ft in height on a lot that exceeds lot coverage and construct a balcony within the side setback. Proposed building height 18 ft 5 inches.
6. 2015 Blake at Milvia – staff recommend adopt the addendum and approve - #ZP2022-0178 – modify project originally approved under #ZP2020-0072 to construct main building on Parcel 2 that has 8-stories (88 ft, 6 inches) 200,683 sq ft of gross floor area, 206 units (including 23 very low-income density qualifying units) and 81-space subterranean parking garage, adopt the addendum to certified FEIR (State Clearinghouse #2021010078).
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zoning-adjustments-board
Friday, July 28, 2023
MOVIES in the PARK from 8:30 – 10:15 pm
In-Person: at 1720 8th, James Kenney Park
MOVIE: DC League of Super Pets
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/movies-park-dc-league-super-pets
Saturday, July 29, 2023
ADOPT-a-SPOT Volunteer Potluck Picnic 12:30 - 3:30 pm
In-Person: at 1300 Rose, Cedar Rose Park
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/adopt-spot-volunteer-potluck-picnic-0
Sunday, July 30, 2023 - no city meetings, events listed
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July 25, 2023 Agenda for CITY COUNCIL Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1606074224
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 607 4224
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.2nd reading Zoning Ordinance Amendments to Title 23 to conform to State Law and make non-substantive technical edits
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3.Designate Voting Delegate (Taplin) and Alternate (Humbert) at League of California Cities Annual Conference on 9/22/2023
4.Hollander, Economic Development – Contract to distribute 1/12 Berkeley Transient Occupancy Tax (Hotel Tax) not to exceed $3,500,000 with Convention and Visitor’s Bureau, d.b.a. Visit Berkeley for 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2027
5.Hollander, Economic Development – Contracts Turtle Island Monument in Civic Center Park 7/1/2023 – 3/30/2025, 1. Scott Parsons - $236,000 for fabrication of three new stone medallions, boulders for mounting and purchase granite base stone for mounting five bronze turtles, 2. Artworks Foundry - $350,000 for fabrication of large central bronze turtle sculpture
6.Radu, City Manager’s Office – Amend Contract # 117596-1 add $35,000 total $102,218 with Animal Fix Clinic (formerly Fix Our Ferals) for Spay and Neuter Services and extend to 7/25/2026
7.Oyekanmi, Finance – Bid Solicitations $885,000, FY 2023 Retaining Wall and Storm Drain Improvement
8.Sprague, Fire Department and Louis, BPD – Expand Contract add $50,000 total $300,000 with Cooke and Associates for Applicant Background Investigations 8/1/2023 – 7/31/2026
9.Warhuus, HHCS – Amend 10 Contracts for Mental Health Services Act (MHSA), Community Services and Supports (CSS) and Prevention and Early Intervention (PEI) funded through MHSA, CSS and PEI and extend to 6/30/2026, 1. CSS #108800-1 add $46,941 total $325,678 with Bay Area Hearing Voices Network, 2. CSS #31900132 add $100,000 per year total $700,000 with Building Opportunities for Self-Sufficiency (BOSS), 3. CSS #32200130 add $491,933 per year total $2,459,665 with Alameda County Behavioral Health Care Services, 4. CSS #32000117 add $626,616 per year for 3 years total $5,286,488 with Insight Housing (formerly Berkeley Food and Housing Project), 5. CSS #32000094 add $132,046 per year for 3 years with Youth Spirit Artworks and $78,000 (from Measure P) for FY 2024 for Tiny House Village total $1,211,230, 6. PEI #32000240 add $401,369 total $2,598,334 with BUSD, 7. PEI #088999-1 add $32,046 per year total $448,860 with Center for Independent Living, 8. PEI #052129-1 add $100,000 per year total $815,150 with Pacific Center for Human Growth, 9 PEI #32200146 add $100,000 per year total $475,000 with ONTRACK, 10. PEI #3200111 add $100,000 per year total $500,000 with East Bay Sanctuary Covenant
10.Warhuus, HHCS – Amend Contract #32300138 add $93,027 total $163,934 with California Mental Health Services Authority (CalMHSA) to execute a Participation Agreement for FY 2024 for the Prevention and Early Intervention Statewide Project thru 6/30/2024
11.Warhuus, HHCS – Contract $100,000 with 2 Plus 1 Housing Resolution services for Harriet Tubman Terrace Tenant Advocate for HHCS 7/15/2023 – 7/15/2024
12.Warhuus, HHCS – Resolution approving Mental Health Services Act Three Year Expenditure Plan FY 2024 - 2026
13.Warhuus, HHCS – Reserve $1,500,000 in Predevelopment Funds in Affordable Housing Mitigation Fee funds to BRIDGE Housing or its affiliate related to development of affordable Housing at North Berkeley BART
14.Aram Kouyoumdjian, HR – Establish Classification and Salary Range Deputy Police Chief annual salary range $200,000 - $260,000
15.Aram Kouyoumdjian, HR – Salary Range Adjustment for Public Employees Union (PEU) – Local 1, increase base salary Senior Building Maintenance Supervisor by 9.30%, Senior Equipment Supervisor by 13%, Senior Publics Works Supervisor by 8.53% and Senior Solid Wast Supervisor by 8.53% effective 1/1/2023
16.Fong, IT – Contract $325,000 with opportunity to extend thru FY 2025 total $370,000 for Piggyback Contract with SmartWave for City Facility Managed WiFi throughout City of Berkeley facilities
17.Ferris, Parks – Side Letter Agreement with Hornblower sublease rent payments at Doubletree Hotel at Waterfront
18.Ferris, Parks – Amend Contract #32200183 add $79,000 total $1,179,000 with Western Water Features, Inc for renovations at King Swim Center
19.Ferris, Parks – Amendment to existing $5,500,000 loan for D and E Dock Project in Berkeley Marina (4 alternatives) or internal loan with terms (charging interest to Marina fund) to use terms defined by City Manager.
20.Klein, Planning – Accept Grant $497,042 from Governor’s Office of Planning and Research to Create a New Environmental Justice Element, Update the General Disaster Preparedness & Safety Element, and Develop Community-Driven Climate and Resilience Metric 4/31/2023 – 1/31/2026
21.Garland, Public Works – Agreement with AC Transit to Provide Funding for Transit Shelter Maintenance $110,000 over 5 years
22.Garland, Public Works – Amend Contract add $50,000 total $100,000 with Benefit Resource, Inc. for Third-Party Administrator of Employee Commute Benefit Program and extend to 2/28/2025
23.Garland, Public Works – Amend Contract #32000128 add $500,000 total $1,200,000 with WSP USA Environment & Infrastructure, Inc. (formerly Wood Environment & Infrastructure Solutions, Inc.) for on-call environmental consulting services extend to 12/30/2026
24.Garland, Public Works – Amend contract #32000145 add $200,000 total $478,698 with Zonar Systems for Global Positioning System Telematics Program and extend to 6/30/2026
25.Garland, Public Works – Amend Contract #32100070 add $75,272 total $189,848 with Urban Ore, Inc. for Salvage Operations at CoB Transfer Station and extend to 6/30/2025
26.Garland, Public Works – Contract $300,000 with R & S Erection of Richmond, Inc. for on-call roll up door and gate maintenance and replacement 8/1/2023 – 7/31/2026
27.Garland, Public Works – Contract $1,900,000 with Wood Rogers, Inc. for Stormwater Master Plan
28.Garland, Public Works – Contract $300,000 with Disability Access Consultants (DAC) for up to 3 years for on-call American with Disabilities Act consulting for CoB Compliance Program
29.Garland, Public Works – Audit Status Report Underfunded Mandate: Resources, Strategic Plan, and Communication Needed to Continue Progress towards the Year 2020 Zero Waste Goal
30.Garland, Public Works – Audit Status Report Zero Waste Activities Will Help Align Service Levels with Billing and Ensure Customer Equity
31.Mental Health Commission – Resolution Adopt a City-Wide “Care First, Jails Last” Policy
32.Taplin, co-sponsor Harrison – Young Lives Matter Foundation Walk for Peace: Relinquishment Council Office Budget Funds
33.Barlett, co-sponsors Arreguin, Hahn, Harrison – Resolution proclaim the first week of August as Berkeley Farmer’s Market Week
34.Wengraf, co-sponsor Harrison, Hahn, Arreguin – Commemoration of the 100th Anniversary of the 1923 Berkeley Fire: Relinquishment Council Office Budget Funds
35.Robinson, co-sponsors Hahn, Humbert, Arreguin – Support Unionization of Peet’s Coffee Workers
AGENDA on ACTION:
36.Amendments to Title 23 Relating to ADU to conform to State Law and respond to guidance from California Department of Housing and Community Development
37.Warhuus, HHCS – Adopt Affordable Housing framework for North Berkeley BART Station Area
38.a. Louis, BPD – Surveillance Ordinance items related to Fixed Automated License Plate Readers (ALPRs), b. Police Accountability Board - response to BPD proposed Surveillance Ordinance
39.Louis, BPD – AB 488, 2022 Annual Military Equipment Report
40.Arreguin, co-sponsor Harrison – Waivers for Woolsey Gardens Affordable Housing Project at 3120 – 3130 Shattuck, waives requirement that purchasers have a yearly gross income limited to no more than 44% of the cost of the unit at the time of sale and adds one unit instead of paying .44 unit in lieu fee
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LAND USE CALENDAR PUBLIC HEARINGS:
- 2720 Hillegass Avenue - Willard Park (Construct Community Center) 7/24/2023
- 705 Euclid Avenue (new single family dwelling) 9/26/2023
- 3000 Shattuck Avenue (Construct 10-story mixed-use building) – 9/26/2023
- 1598 University Avenue (Construct 8-story mixed-use building) 10/3/2023
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
- July 24 ZAB Appeal 2720 Hillegass – Willard Park Clubhouse
- September 26 ZAB Appeals 3000 Shattuck and 705 Euclid new single-family dwelling
Unscheduled Presentations – Workshops and Special Meetings:
- Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation (rescheduled from July 11 to September 19 at 4 pm)
- Draft Waterfront Specific Plan (at 4 pm) – rescheduled from July 25 to October 2023
- Fire Department Standards of Coverage & Community Risk Assessment June 13 presentation cancelled, report is worth reading (to be rescheduled) (didn’t have quorum)
- Re-imagining Public Safety Update (November 2023)
July 16 - July 23, 2023
Worth Noting:
Council did not get to the agenda item on the plan for the Civic Center at the Tuesday July 11 Council meeting. Mayor Arreguin said the Civic Center Plan would be rescheduled before Council goes on summer recess (July 26 – September 11). Expect the presentation and vote on July 25 at 4 pm, but keep checking the City website. https://berkeleyca.gov/
If you are driving to a meeting at the North Berkeley Senior Center allow lots of extra time to find parking.
The appeal of the Community Center in Willard Park is July 24.
The July 25 Regular City Council meeting agenda is available for comment. Item 38 is the Fixed Automated License Plate Readers (ALPRS). Use link or check list of agenda items at the end of the calendar. https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Directions with links to ZOOM support for activating Closed Captioning and Save Transcript are at the bottom of this calendar.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, July 16, 2023 - no city meetings, events listed
Monday, July 17, 2023
PUBLIC SAFETY POLICY COMMITTEE at 10:30 am
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1616975543
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 697 5543
AGENDA: 1. Audit recommendation Status - Data Analysis of CoB Police Response.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-public-safety
HOUSING ADVISORY COMMISSION (HAC) at 7 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. Presentation on Fair Access and Transparency for Rental Housing Applications Ordinance, 7. Discussion and possible action on Fair Access and Transparency, 8. Presentation by civic arts Commission on Artist Housing Initiatives, 9. Discussion and possible action to collaborate with the Disaster and Fire Safety Commission on Housing and Wildfire Risk, 11. Update on Affordable Housing Requirements Economic Feasibility Analysis.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/housing-advisory-commission
Tuesday, July 18, 2023
CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1616390973
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 639 0973
AGENDA: 1. Ashby BART Station Transit Oriented Development (14 pages), 2. City Policies for Managing Parking Around BART Stations (4 pages) Ashby BART current 535 spaces will decrease to 85 maximum, North Berkeley BART current 700 spaces decrease to 200 spaces 80 of which auxiliary lots (offsite).
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Wednesday, July 19, 2023
FACILITIES, INFRASTRUCTURE, TRANSPORTATION, ENVIRONMENT & SUSTAINABILITY (FITES) at 2 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1618670126
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 867 0126
AGENDA: 51B Bus Rapid Transit improvements $300,000 in total for consulting costs refer to FY 2025 – 2026 budget process, $150,000 for corridor studies along University from Seawall to Oxford and along Oxford and Fulton from Virginia to Durant, $150,000 for analysis of 4-way intersections for ADA improvements, width of curb cuts, signals, bulb-outs and safety improvements.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-facilities-infrastructure-transportation-environment-sustainability
SANTA FE TRACKBED TO PARK CONVERSION COMMUNITY MEETING from 6 – 8 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86557638538 (register)
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171
Meeting ID: 865 5763 8538 Passcode: 516869
AGENDA: Join for Updates, funding, schedule, design and potential uses at currently unprogrammed area of block 1 (between Blake and Ward).
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/our-work/capital-projects/santa-fe-trackbed-park-conversion
COMMISSION on AGING at 1:30 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: Presentations: Overview on Citywide Community Health Assessment, Update on Aging Services Division.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-aging
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Russell, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Public Library
AGENDA: 7. Presentations, Discussion & Action items. a) CA Theater Consortium plans for ground floor theater space at 2113 Kittredge, b) Utility Box Mural inventory and assessment, c) WorkPlan, d) Public Comment Guidelines from Commissioner Manual, e) Public Art on Private Development quarterly Report, f) FY 2024 Civic Arts Grant-Funded Festivals and quarterly report.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
COMMISSION on LABOR at 7 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 2. Updates to City of Berkley Labor Bill of Rights, 3. Subcommittee appointments.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-labor
ENVIRONMENT and CLIMATE COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. Update from Staff a. Solar + Storage, 7. Presentation: Principles of Community Engagement (Valerie Nguyen), 8. Letter to Council Transportation Division Staffing, 10. Workplan a. Transportation Public Space Reallocation Subcommittee, b. Native Plants and Pest Reduction Subcommittee, c. Electrification Subcommittee.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/environment-and-climate-commission
HUMAN WELFARE and COMMUNITY ACTION COMMISSION (HWCAC) at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 2800 Park, San Pablo Park Community Center
AGENDA: 6. Election of Low-Income Representatives, 7. HWCAC Bylaws, 8. Review J-Sei program and financial records, 9. Hopkins Corridor, 10. Appointments to HWCAC, 11. Hybrid meetings.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/human-welfare-and-community-action-commission
Thursday, July 20, 2023
DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Gooseberry Room
AGENDA: 1752 Shattuck at Francisco – Final Design Review – to construct a 7-story mixed use building with 72 residential apartments (38 bedrooms have no windows) with 1210 sq ft commercial space, 28 bicycle spaces.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/design-review-committee
FAIR CAMPAIGN PRACTICES COMMISSION (FCPC) / OPEN GOVERNMENT COMMISSION (OGC) at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Aspen Room
AGENDA FCPC: 6. Report from subcommittee on contribution limits, FCPC WorkPlan,
AGENDA OGC: 9. OGC Complaint from Jim McGrath, 10. Discussion and possible action on Subcommittee report reviewing City Council policies and practices related to public comment access and public participation, 11. OGC WorkPlan, 12. Commission meeting procedures, adding agenda items, agenda item order and Brown Act considerations.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/fair-campaign-practices-commission
MENTAL HEALTH COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center,
AGENDA: 3. SCU update, 4. Proposal for Early Intervention in Psychosis Program, 5. Mental Health Commission’s role regarding the policy of police sweeps of homeless folks, 6. Motion to establish subcommittee on Governor’s plan for “Transformation of Behavioral Health Services, 7. Caseload statistics, 8. Recording Mental Health Commission Meetings and Posting Them, 9. Subcommittee reports, 10. Community Health Records.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/mental-health-commission
RENT STABILIZATION BOARD at 7 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81315510979?pwd=LytGV2RZUDNrNVl4NHRJWkhHcVhSUT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 813 1551 0979
AGENDA: 6. Presentation: Eviction Defense Center (EDC) and East Bay Community Law Center (EBCLC) update on Berkeley eviction trends and data during the Eviction Moratorium Transition, 8. Appeal (will not be heard before 7:30 pm) Case No. T-5986 and T-5987 (1619 Walnut Street Units A & B).
https://rentboard.berkeleyca.gov/elected-rent-board/rent-board-meetings
Friday, July 21, 2023 - no city meetings, events listed
Saturday, July 22, 2023
FRONT ROW ARTS FESTIVAL from 11 am – 7 pm
In-Person: at Downtown Berkeley Plaza
AGENDA: Celebrating the Arts in Downtown Berkeley, live music, food trucks, vendors, live music, mural painting.
https://www.downtownberkeley.com/frontrowfestival/
Sunday, July 23, 2023 - no city meetings, events listed
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July 25, 2023 Agenda for CITY COUNCIL Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1606074224
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 607 4224
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.2nd reading Zoning Ordinance Amendments to Title 23 to conform to State Law and make non-substantive technical edits
2.
3.Designate Voting Delegate (Taplin) and Alternate (Humbert) at League of California Cities Annual Conference on 9/22/2023
4.Hollander, Economic Development – Contract to distribute 1/12 Berkeley Transient Occupancy Tax (Hotel Tax) not to exceed $3,500,000 with Convention and Visitor’s Bureau, d.b.a. Visit Berkeley for 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2027
5.Hollander, Economic Development – Contracts Turtle Island Monument in Civic Center Park 7/1/2023 – 3/30/2025, 1. Scott Parsons - $236,000 for fabrication of three new stone medallions, boulders for mounting and purchase granite base stone for mounting five bronze turtles, 2. Artworks Foundry - $350,000 for fabrication of large central bronze turtle sculpture
6.Radu, City Manager’s Office – Amend Contract # 117596-1 add $35,000 total $102,218 with Animal Fix Clinic (formerly Fix Our Ferals) for Spay and Neuter Services and extend to 7/25/2026
7.Oyekanmi, Finance – Bid Solicitations $885,000, FY 2023 Retaining Wall and Storm Drain Improvement
8.Sprague, Fire Department and Louis, BPD – Expand Contract add $50,000 total $300,000 with Cooke and Associates for Applicant Background Investigations 8/1/2023 – 7/31/2026
9.Warhuus, HHCS – Amend 10 Contracts for Mental Health Services Act (MHSA), Community Services and Supports (CSS) and Prevention and Early Intervention (PEI) funded through MHSA, CSS and PEI and extend to 6/30/2026, 1. CSS #108800-1 add $46,941 total $325,678 with Bay Area Hearing Voices Network, 2. CSS #31900132 add $100,000 per year total $700,000 with Building Opportunities for Self-Sufficiency (BOSS), 3. CSS #32200130 add $491,933 per year total $2,459,665 with Alameda County Behavioral Health Care Services, 4. CSS #32000117 add $626,616 per year for 3 years total $5,286,488 with Insight Housing (formerly Berkeley Food and Housing Project), 5. CSS #32000094 add $132,046 per year for 3 years with Youth Spirit Artworks and $78,000 (from Measure P) for FY 2024 for Tiny House Village total $1,211,230, 6. PEI #32000240 add $401,369 total $2,598,334 with BUSD, 7. PEI #088999-1 add $32,046 per year total $448,860 with Center for Independent Living, 8. PEI #052129-1 add $100,000 per year total $815,150 with Pacific Center for Human Growth, 9 PEI #32200146 add $100,000 per year total $475,000 with ONTRACK, 10. PEI #3200111 add $100,000 per year total $500,000 with East Bay Sanctuary Covenant
10.Warhuus, HHCS – Amend Contract #32300138 add $93,027 total $163,934 with California Mental Health Services Authority (CalMHSA) to execute a Participation Agreement for FY 2024 for the Prevention and Early Intervention Statewide Project thru 6/30/2024
11.Warhuus, HHCS – Contract $100,000 with 2 Plus 1 Housing Resolution services for Harriet Tubman Terrace Tenant Advocate for HHCS 7/15/2023 – 7/15/2024
12.Warhuus, HHCS – Resolution approving Mental Health Services Act Three Year Expenditure Plan FY 2024 - 2026
13.Warhuus, HHCS – Reserve $1,500,000 in Predevelopment Funds in Affordable Housing Mitigation Fee funds to BRIDGE Housing or its affiliate related to development of affordable Housing at North Berkeley BART
14.Aram Kouyoumdjian, HR – Establish Classification and Salary Range Deputy Police Chief annual salary range $200,000 - $260,000
15.Aram Kouyoumdjian, HR – Salary Range Adjustment for Public Employees Union (PEU) – Local 1, increase base salary Senior Building Maintenance Supervisor by 9.30%, Senior Equipment Supervisor by 13%, Senior Publics Works Supervisor by 8.53% and Senior Solid Wast Supervisor by 8.53% effective 1/1/2023
16.Fong, IT – Contract $325,000 with opportunity to extend thru FY 2025 total $370,000 for Piggyback Contract with SmartWave for City Facility Managed WiFi throughout City of Berkeley facilities
17.Ferris, Parks – Side Letter Agreement with Hornblower sublease rent payments at Doubletree Hotel at Waterfront
18.Ferris, Parks – Amend Contract #32200183 add $79,000 total $1,179,000 with Western Water Features, Inc for renovations at King Swim Center
19.Ferris, Parks – Amendment to existing $5,500,000 loan for D and E Dock Project in Berkeley Marina (4 alternatives) or internal loan with terms (charging interest to Marina fund) to use terms defined by City Manager.
20.Klein, Planning – Accept Grant $497,042 from Governor’s Office of Planning and Research to Create a New Environmental Justice Element, Update the General Disaster Preparedness & Safety Element, and Develop Community-Driven Climate and Resilience Metric 4/31/2023 – 1/31/2026
21.Garland, Public Works – Agreement with AC Transit to Provide Funding for Transit Shelter Maintenance $110,000 over 5 years
22.Garland, Public Works – Amend Contract add $50,000 total $100,000 with Benefit Resource, Inc. for Third-Party Administrator of Employee Commute Benefit Program and extend to 2/28/2025
23.Garland, Public Works – Amend Contract #32000128 add $500,000 total $1,200,000 with WSP USA Environment & Infrastructure, Inc. (formerly Wood Environment & Infrastructure Solutions, Inc.) for on-call environmental consulting services extend to 12/30/2026
24.Garland, Public Works – Amend contract #32000145 add $200,000 total $478,698 with Zonar Systems for Global Positioning System Telematics Program and extend to 6/30/2026
25.Garland, Public Works – Amend Contract #32100070 add $75,272 total $189,848 with Urban Ore, Inc. for Salvage Operations at CoB Transfer Station and extend to 6/30/2025
26.Garland, Public Works – Contract $300,000 with R & S Erection of Richmond, Inc. for on-call roll up door and gate maintenance and replacement 8/1/2023 – 7/31/2026
27.Garland, Public Works – Contract $1,900,000 with Wood Rogers, Inc. for Stormwater Master Plan
28.Garland, Public Works – Contract $300,000 with Disability Access Consultants (DAC) for up to 3 years for on-call American with Disabilities Act consulting for CoB Compliance Program
29.Garland, Public Works – Audit Status Report Underfunded Mandate: Resources, Strategic Plan, and Communication Needed to Continue Progress towards the Year 2020 Zero Waste Goal
30.Garland, Public Works – Audit Status Report Zero Waste Activities Will Help Align Service Levels with Billing and Ensure Customer Equity
31.Mental Health Commission – Resolution Adopt a City-Wide “Care First, Jails Last” Policy
32.Taplin, co-sponsor Harrison – Young Lives Matter Foundation Walk for Peace: Relinquishment Council Office Budget Funds
33.Barlett, co-sponsors Arreguin, Hahn, Harrison – Resolution proclaim the first week of August as Berkeley Farmer’s Market Week
34.Wengraf, co-sponsor Harrison, Hahn, Arreguin – Commemoration of the 100th Anniversary of the 1923 Berkeley Fire: Relinquishment Council Office Budget Funds
35.Robinson, co-sponsors Hahn, Humbert, Arreguin – Support Unionization of Peet’s Coffee Workers
AGENDA on ACTION:
36.Amendments to Title 23 Relating to ADU to conform to State Law and respond to guidance from California Department of Housing and Community Development
37.Warhuus, HHCS – Adopt Affordable Housing framework for North Berkeley BART Station Area
38.a. Louis, BPD – Surveillance Ordinance items related to Fixed Automated License Plate Readers (ALPRs), b. Police Accountability Board - response to BPD proposed Surveillance Ordinance
39.Louis, BPD – AB 488, 2022 Annual Military Equipment Report
40.Arreguin, co-sponsor Harrison – Waivers for Woolsey Gardens Affordable Housing Project at 3120 – 3130 Shattuck, waives requirement that purchasers have a yearly gross income limited to no more than 44% of the cost of the unit at the time of sale and adds one unit instead of paying .44 unit in lieu fee
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LAND USE CALENDAR PUBLIC HEARINGS:
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
Unscheduled Presentations – Workshops and Special Meetings:
Worth Noting:
Council did not get to the agenda item on the plan for the Civic Center at the Tuesday July 11 Council meeting. Mayor Arreguin said the Civic Center Plan would be rescheduled before Council goes on summer recess (July 26 – September 11). Expect the presentation and vote on July 25 at 4 pm, but keep checking the City website. https://berkeleyca.gov/
If you are driving to a meeting at the North Berkeley Senior Center allow lots of extra time to find parking.
- Monday:
- At 10:30 am the Public Safety Committee meets in the hybrid format onn police response.
- At 7 pm the Housing Advisory Commission meets in person on Fair Access to Housing.
- Tuesday:
- At 6 pm the City Council meets in the hybrid format on the Ashby BART housing development and public parking at both stations. A total of 950 parking spaces will be removed to build housing.
- Wednesday:
- At 1:30 pm the Commission on Aging meets in person.
- At 2 pm the FITES Committee meets in the hybrid format on reconfiguring University, Oxford and Fulton for the 51B bus and bicycles.
- At 6 pm there is a community meeting online on the Santa Fe Park Plan.
- At 6 pm the Civic Arts Commission meets in person.
- At 6 pm the Environment and Climate Commission meets in person.
- At 6:30 pm the HWCAC meets in person.
- At 7 pm the Commission on Labor meets in person on Labor Bill of Rights.
- Thursday:
- At 6:30 pm the FCPC / OGC meets in person with an open government complaint, public meeting procedures, public comment and meeting transcripts on the agenda.
- At 7 pm the DRC meets in person on the final review of one project (38 bedrooms have no windows).
- At 7 pm the Mental Health Commission meets in person – full agenda.
- At 7 pm the Rent Board meets in the hybrid format and receives report on evictions.
- Saturday: From 11 am – 7 pm at the Downtown Berkeley Plaza there will be live music, mural painting, vendors and food trucks to celebrate the arts.
The appeal of the Community Center in Willard Park is July 24.
The July 25 Regular City Council meeting agenda is available for comment. Item 38 is the Fixed Automated License Plate Readers (ALPRS). Use link or check list of agenda items at the end of the calendar. https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Directions with links to ZOOM support for activating Closed Captioning and Save Transcript are at the bottom of this calendar.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, July 16, 2023 - no city meetings, events listed
Monday, July 17, 2023
PUBLIC SAFETY POLICY COMMITTEE at 10:30 am
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1616975543
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 697 5543
AGENDA: 1. Audit recommendation Status - Data Analysis of CoB Police Response.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-public-safety
HOUSING ADVISORY COMMISSION (HAC) at 7 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. Presentation on Fair Access and Transparency for Rental Housing Applications Ordinance, 7. Discussion and possible action on Fair Access and Transparency, 8. Presentation by civic arts Commission on Artist Housing Initiatives, 9. Discussion and possible action to collaborate with the Disaster and Fire Safety Commission on Housing and Wildfire Risk, 11. Update on Affordable Housing Requirements Economic Feasibility Analysis.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/housing-advisory-commission
Tuesday, July 18, 2023
CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1616390973
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 639 0973
AGENDA: 1. Ashby BART Station Transit Oriented Development (14 pages), 2. City Policies for Managing Parking Around BART Stations (4 pages) Ashby BART current 535 spaces will decrease to 85 maximum, North Berkeley BART current 700 spaces decrease to 200 spaces 80 of which auxiliary lots (offsite).
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Wednesday, July 19, 2023
FACILITIES, INFRASTRUCTURE, TRANSPORTATION, ENVIRONMENT & SUSTAINABILITY (FITES) at 2 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1618670126
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 867 0126
AGENDA: 51B Bus Rapid Transit improvements $300,000 in total for consulting costs refer to FY 2025 – 2026 budget process, $150,000 for corridor studies along University from Seawall to Oxford and along Oxford and Fulton from Virginia to Durant, $150,000 for analysis of 4-way intersections for ADA improvements, width of curb cuts, signals, bulb-outs and safety improvements.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-facilities-infrastructure-transportation-environment-sustainability
SANTA FE TRACKBED TO PARK CONVERSION COMMUNITY MEETING from 6 – 8 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86557638538 (register)
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171
Meeting ID: 865 5763 8538 Passcode: 516869
AGENDA: Join for Updates, funding, schedule, design and potential uses at currently unprogrammed area of block 1 (between Blake and Ward).
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/our-work/capital-projects/santa-fe-trackbed-park-conversion
COMMISSION on AGING at 1:30 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: Presentations: Overview on Citywide Community Health Assessment, Update on Aging Services Division.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-aging
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Russell, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Public Library
AGENDA: 7. Presentations, Discussion & Action items. a) CA Theater Consortium plans for ground floor theater space at 2113 Kittredge, b) Utility Box Mural inventory and assessment, c) WorkPlan, d) Public Comment Guidelines from Commissioner Manual, e) Public Art on Private Development quarterly Report, f) FY 2024 Civic Arts Grant-Funded Festivals and quarterly report.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
COMMISSION on LABOR at 7 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 2. Updates to City of Berkley Labor Bill of Rights, 3. Subcommittee appointments.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-labor
ENVIRONMENT and CLIMATE COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. Update from Staff a. Solar + Storage, 7. Presentation: Principles of Community Engagement (Valerie Nguyen), 8. Letter to Council Transportation Division Staffing, 10. Workplan a. Transportation Public Space Reallocation Subcommittee, b. Native Plants and Pest Reduction Subcommittee, c. Electrification Subcommittee.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/environment-and-climate-commission
HUMAN WELFARE and COMMUNITY ACTION COMMISSION (HWCAC) at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 2800 Park, San Pablo Park Community Center
AGENDA: 6. Election of Low-Income Representatives, 7. HWCAC Bylaws, 8. Review J-Sei program and financial records, 9. Hopkins Corridor, 10. Appointments to HWCAC, 11. Hybrid meetings.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/human-welfare-and-community-action-commission
Thursday, July 20, 2023
DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Gooseberry Room
AGENDA: 1752 Shattuck at Francisco – Final Design Review – to construct a 7-story mixed use building with 72 residential apartments (38 bedrooms have no windows) with 1210 sq ft commercial space, 28 bicycle spaces.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/design-review-committee
FAIR CAMPAIGN PRACTICES COMMISSION (FCPC) / OPEN GOVERNMENT COMMISSION (OGC) at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Aspen Room
AGENDA FCPC: 6. Report from subcommittee on contribution limits, FCPC WorkPlan,
AGENDA OGC: 9. OGC Complaint from Jim McGrath, 10. Discussion and possible action on Subcommittee report reviewing City Council policies and practices related to public comment access and public participation, 11. OGC WorkPlan, 12. Commission meeting procedures, adding agenda items, agenda item order and Brown Act considerations.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/fair-campaign-practices-commission
MENTAL HEALTH COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center,
AGENDA: 3. SCU update, 4. Proposal for Early Intervention in Psychosis Program, 5. Mental Health Commission’s role regarding the policy of police sweeps of homeless folks, 6. Motion to establish subcommittee on Governor’s plan for “Transformation of Behavioral Health Services, 7. Caseload statistics, 8. Recording Mental Health Commission Meetings and Posting Them, 9. Subcommittee reports, 10. Community Health Records.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/mental-health-commission
RENT STABILIZATION BOARD at 7 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81315510979?pwd=LytGV2RZUDNrNVl4NHRJWkhHcVhSUT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 813 1551 0979
AGENDA: 6. Presentation: Eviction Defense Center (EDC) and East Bay Community Law Center (EBCLC) update on Berkeley eviction trends and data during the Eviction Moratorium Transition, 8. Appeal (will not be heard before 7:30 pm) Case No. T-5986 and T-5987 (1619 Walnut Street Units A & B).
https://rentboard.berkeleyca.gov/elected-rent-board/rent-board-meetings
Friday, July 21, 2023 - no city meetings, events listed
Saturday, July 22, 2023
FRONT ROW ARTS FESTIVAL from 11 am – 7 pm
In-Person: at Downtown Berkeley Plaza
AGENDA: Celebrating the Arts in Downtown Berkeley, live music, food trucks, vendors, live music, mural painting.
https://www.downtownberkeley.com/frontrowfestival/
Sunday, July 23, 2023 - no city meetings, events listed
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July 25, 2023 Agenda for CITY COUNCIL Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1606074224
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 607 4224
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.2nd reading Zoning Ordinance Amendments to Title 23 to conform to State Law and make non-substantive technical edits
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3.Designate Voting Delegate (Taplin) and Alternate (Humbert) at League of California Cities Annual Conference on 9/22/2023
4.Hollander, Economic Development – Contract to distribute 1/12 Berkeley Transient Occupancy Tax (Hotel Tax) not to exceed $3,500,000 with Convention and Visitor’s Bureau, d.b.a. Visit Berkeley for 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2027
5.Hollander, Economic Development – Contracts Turtle Island Monument in Civic Center Park 7/1/2023 – 3/30/2025, 1. Scott Parsons - $236,000 for fabrication of three new stone medallions, boulders for mounting and purchase granite base stone for mounting five bronze turtles, 2. Artworks Foundry - $350,000 for fabrication of large central bronze turtle sculpture
6.Radu, City Manager’s Office – Amend Contract # 117596-1 add $35,000 total $102,218 with Animal Fix Clinic (formerly Fix Our Ferals) for Spay and Neuter Services and extend to 7/25/2026
7.Oyekanmi, Finance – Bid Solicitations $885,000, FY 2023 Retaining Wall and Storm Drain Improvement
8.Sprague, Fire Department and Louis, BPD – Expand Contract add $50,000 total $300,000 with Cooke and Associates for Applicant Background Investigations 8/1/2023 – 7/31/2026
9.Warhuus, HHCS – Amend 10 Contracts for Mental Health Services Act (MHSA), Community Services and Supports (CSS) and Prevention and Early Intervention (PEI) funded through MHSA, CSS and PEI and extend to 6/30/2026, 1. CSS #108800-1 add $46,941 total $325,678 with Bay Area Hearing Voices Network, 2. CSS #31900132 add $100,000 per year total $700,000 with Building Opportunities for Self-Sufficiency (BOSS), 3. CSS #32200130 add $491,933 per year total $2,459,665 with Alameda County Behavioral Health Care Services, 4. CSS #32000117 add $626,616 per year for 3 years total $5,286,488 with Insight Housing (formerly Berkeley Food and Housing Project), 5. CSS #32000094 add $132,046 per year for 3 years with Youth Spirit Artworks and $78,000 (from Measure P) for FY 2024 for Tiny House Village total $1,211,230, 6. PEI #32000240 add $401,369 total $2,598,334 with BUSD, 7. PEI #088999-1 add $32,046 per year total $448,860 with Center for Independent Living, 8. PEI #052129-1 add $100,000 per year total $815,150 with Pacific Center for Human Growth, 9 PEI #32200146 add $100,000 per year total $475,000 with ONTRACK, 10. PEI #3200111 add $100,000 per year total $500,000 with East Bay Sanctuary Covenant
10.Warhuus, HHCS – Amend Contract #32300138 add $93,027 total $163,934 with California Mental Health Services Authority (CalMHSA) to execute a Participation Agreement for FY 2024 for the Prevention and Early Intervention Statewide Project thru 6/30/2024
11.Warhuus, HHCS – Contract $100,000 with 2 Plus 1 Housing Resolution services for Harriet Tubman Terrace Tenant Advocate for HHCS 7/15/2023 – 7/15/2024
12.Warhuus, HHCS – Resolution approving Mental Health Services Act Three Year Expenditure Plan FY 2024 - 2026
13.Warhuus, HHCS – Reserve $1,500,000 in Predevelopment Funds in Affordable Housing Mitigation Fee funds to BRIDGE Housing or its affiliate related to development of affordable Housing at North Berkeley BART
14.Aram Kouyoumdjian, HR – Establish Classification and Salary Range Deputy Police Chief annual salary range $200,000 - $260,000
15.Aram Kouyoumdjian, HR – Salary Range Adjustment for Public Employees Union (PEU) – Local 1, increase base salary Senior Building Maintenance Supervisor by 9.30%, Senior Equipment Supervisor by 13%, Senior Publics Works Supervisor by 8.53% and Senior Solid Wast Supervisor by 8.53% effective 1/1/2023
16.Fong, IT – Contract $325,000 with opportunity to extend thru FY 2025 total $370,000 for Piggyback Contract with SmartWave for City Facility Managed WiFi throughout City of Berkeley facilities
17.Ferris, Parks – Side Letter Agreement with Hornblower sublease rent payments at Doubletree Hotel at Waterfront
18.Ferris, Parks – Amend Contract #32200183 add $79,000 total $1,179,000 with Western Water Features, Inc for renovations at King Swim Center
19.Ferris, Parks – Amendment to existing $5,500,000 loan for D and E Dock Project in Berkeley Marina (4 alternatives) or internal loan with terms (charging interest to Marina fund) to use terms defined by City Manager.
20.Klein, Planning – Accept Grant $497,042 from Governor’s Office of Planning and Research to Create a New Environmental Justice Element, Update the General Disaster Preparedness & Safety Element, and Develop Community-Driven Climate and Resilience Metric 4/31/2023 – 1/31/2026
21.Garland, Public Works – Agreement with AC Transit to Provide Funding for Transit Shelter Maintenance $110,000 over 5 years
22.Garland, Public Works – Amend Contract add $50,000 total $100,000 with Benefit Resource, Inc. for Third-Party Administrator of Employee Commute Benefit Program and extend to 2/28/2025
23.Garland, Public Works – Amend Contract #32000128 add $500,000 total $1,200,000 with WSP USA Environment & Infrastructure, Inc. (formerly Wood Environment & Infrastructure Solutions, Inc.) for on-call environmental consulting services extend to 12/30/2026
24.Garland, Public Works – Amend contract #32000145 add $200,000 total $478,698 with Zonar Systems for Global Positioning System Telematics Program and extend to 6/30/2026
25.Garland, Public Works – Amend Contract #32100070 add $75,272 total $189,848 with Urban Ore, Inc. for Salvage Operations at CoB Transfer Station and extend to 6/30/2025
26.Garland, Public Works – Contract $300,000 with R & S Erection of Richmond, Inc. for on-call roll up door and gate maintenance and replacement 8/1/2023 – 7/31/2026
27.Garland, Public Works – Contract $1,900,000 with Wood Rogers, Inc. for Stormwater Master Plan
28.Garland, Public Works – Contract $300,000 with Disability Access Consultants (DAC) for up to 3 years for on-call American with Disabilities Act consulting for CoB Compliance Program
29.Garland, Public Works – Audit Status Report Underfunded Mandate: Resources, Strategic Plan, and Communication Needed to Continue Progress towards the Year 2020 Zero Waste Goal
30.Garland, Public Works – Audit Status Report Zero Waste Activities Will Help Align Service Levels with Billing and Ensure Customer Equity
31.Mental Health Commission – Resolution Adopt a City-Wide “Care First, Jails Last” Policy
32.Taplin, co-sponsor Harrison – Young Lives Matter Foundation Walk for Peace: Relinquishment Council Office Budget Funds
33.Barlett, co-sponsors Arreguin, Hahn, Harrison – Resolution proclaim the first week of August as Berkeley Farmer’s Market Week
34.Wengraf, co-sponsor Harrison, Hahn, Arreguin – Commemoration of the 100th Anniversary of the 1923 Berkeley Fire: Relinquishment Council Office Budget Funds
35.Robinson, co-sponsors Hahn, Humbert, Arreguin – Support Unionization of Peet’s Coffee Workers
AGENDA on ACTION:
36.Amendments to Title 23 Relating to ADU to conform to State Law and respond to guidance from California Department of Housing and Community Development
37.Warhuus, HHCS – Adopt Affordable Housing framework for North Berkeley BART Station Area
38.a. Louis, BPD – Surveillance Ordinance items related to Fixed Automated License Plate Readers (ALPRs), b. Police Accountability Board - response to BPD proposed Surveillance Ordinance
39.Louis, BPD – AB 488, 2022 Annual Military Equipment Report
40.Arreguin, co-sponsor Harrison – Waivers for Woolsey Gardens Affordable Housing Project at 3120 – 3130 Shattuck, waives requirement that purchasers have a yearly gross income limited to no more than 44% of the cost of the unit at the time of sale and adds one unit instead of paying .44 unit in lieu fee
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LAND USE CALENDAR PUBLIC HEARINGS:
- 2720 Hillegass Avenue - Willard Park (Construct Community Center) 7/24/2023
- 705 Euclid Avenue (new single family dwelling) 9/26/2023
- 3000 Shattuck Avenue (Construct 10-story mixed-use building) – 9/26/2023
- 1598 University Avenue (Construct 8-story mixed-use building) 10/3/2023
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
- July 18 (WS) - Ashby BART Transit Oriented Development (TOD), and City Policies for Managing Parking Around BART Stations
- July 24 ZAB Appeal 2720 Hillegass – Willard Park Clubhouse
- September 26 ZAB Appeals 3000 Shattuck and 705 Euclid new single-family dwelling
Unscheduled Presentations – Workshops and Special Meetings:
- Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation (rescheduled from July 11 to September 19 at 4 pm)
- Draft Waterfront Specific Plan (at 4 pm) – rescheduled from July 25 to October 2023
- Fire Department Standards of Coverage & Community Risk Assessment June 13 presentation cancelled, report is worth reading (to be rescheduled) (didn’t have quorum)
- Re-imagining Public Safety Update (November 2023)
July 9 - July 16, 2023
Worth Noting:
The week ahead is packed with meetings. The last City Council meeting before leaving on summer recess is July 25. Summer recess is July 26 through September 11. Most of the commissions do not meet in August.
Directions with links to ZOOM support for activating Closed Captioning and Save Transcript are at the bottom of this calendar.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, July 9, 2023 - no city meetings, events listed
Monday, July 10, 2023
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1604824574
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 482 4574
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 7/25/2023 draft agenda for the regular 6 pm City Council meeting – use link or read full draft agenda below at the end of the list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Workssessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, Unscheduled Items: 8. a. Discussion of Potential Changes to City Council Legislative Process, b. Discussion Regarding Design and Strengthening of Policy Committees Process and Structure (Including Budget Referrals), 9. Modifications or Improvements to City Council Meeting Procedures, 10. Strengthening and Supporting City Commission: Guidance on Development of Legislative Proposals, 11. Discussion and recommendations on the Continued Use of the Berkeley Considers Online Engagement Portal.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
CITY COUNCIL Closed Session at 4:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1618149511
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 814 9511
AGENDA: Conference with Legal Counsel – Pending Litigation a. Smith v. City of Berkeley Alameda County Superior Case No. 22CV012424
https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-closed-meeting-eagenda-july-10-2023
PEACE and JUSTICE COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: No Agenda is posted as of Friday, July 7 at 10:24 pm
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/peace-and-justice-commission
PERSONNEL BOARD at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1301 Shattuck, Live Oak Community Center, Fireside Room
AGENDA: V. Recommendation to Amend Electrical Supervisor and Communications Supervisor Job Class Specifications, VI. Recommendation to Amend Parking Services Manager Job Class Specification, VII. Recommendation to Establish Lactation Counselor Job Class Specification and Salary Range, VIII. Revisions to the Unrepresented Employee Manual
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/personnel-board
SPEAKING UP for POINT MOLATE from 6 – 7 pm
Videoconference: https://sierraclub.zoom.us/j/99891619534
AGENDA: Dr. Elizabeth Dougherty, Executive Director, Wholly H2O on watersheds that supply the water where we work and live and how our actions affect them
https://whollyh2o.org/
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWg3-3wrgguS02lbt5wO_Qw
Tuesday, July 11, 2023
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference:
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID:
AGENDA: Use the link and choose the html option or see the agenda listed at the end of the calendar. Agenda Item 31 the Auditor’s Report on City Staffing Shortages, Item 33 Adoption of the Civic Center Plan with consideration of daylighting Strawberry Creek.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Wednesday, July 12, 2023
AFRICAN AMERICAN HOLISTIC RESOURCE CENTER COMMUNITY MEETING from 5 – 7 pm
In-Person: at 2800 Park, Frances Albrier Community Center
AGENDA: Presentations by AE3 Architects, Parks, Recreation and Waterfront Team followed with public comment on design.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/african-american-holistic-resource-center-community-meeting
BERKELEY ZERO WASTE STRATEGIC PLAN MEETING from 6 – 7:30 pm
Videoconference Registration: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0td-GrrjMjHN3H0qmtVO9Qg0QPmqhWUyCb#/registration
Meeting ID: 833 9808 8684
AGENDA: Zero Waste Strategic Plan
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/berkeley-zero-waste-strategic-plan-meeting-0
COMMISSION on DISABILITY at 5 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 1. Nomination and vote for Chair, 2. Improving accessibility by changing meeting time, schedule or location, 3. WorkPlan, 4. Effective representation.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-disability
PARKS, RECREATION and WATERFRONT COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 2800 Park, Frances Albrier Community Center, Auditorium
AGENDA: 7. Chair’s Report, 8. Director’s Report, 9. Update $5,500,000 loan for D&E Dock Project, 10. Update on Marina Fund Gap, 11. Waterfront Specific Plan subcommittee report, 12. PRW WorkPlan
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/parks-recreation-and-waterfront-commission
POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD at 6:30 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82653396072
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 826 5359 6072
AGENDA: 3. Public Comment on agenda and non-agenda items, 5. OPDA Staff Report, Chair and Board Reports, Police Chief report, 8. Subcommittee Reports a. Policy and practices relating to Downtown Task force and Bike Unit Allegations, b. Body Worn Camera, c. Conflict of Interest, 9. Review of commendations, 10. A. Rescheduling July 25 meeting, b. Meeting minutes, c. Automated License Plate Readers (ALPRs), 11. Public Comment, 12 Closed session case updates (Agenda Packet 201 pages, BPD commendations 182 pages)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
Thursday, July 13, 2023
DISASTER and FIRE SAFETY COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: 997 Cedar, Fire Department Division of Training Classroom
AGENDA: 4. Schedule special meeting for presentation on Facilities Master Plan And Dispatch needs (Council session 9/19/2023), 5. Election of Vice-Chair, 6. WorkPlan, 7. Request review of low-cost outdoor particulate smoke detectors that are tailored for high priority areas.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/disaster-and-fire-safety-commission
WATER EMERGENCY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY (WETA) at 1 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: Port of San Francisco, Pier 1
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89718217408
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 897 1821 7408 Password: 33779
AGENDA: 5. Reports, 11. Adopt WETA FY 2024 – 2028 Regional Measure 3 5-year operating plan
https://weta.sanfranciscobayferry.com/next-board-meeting
Friday, July 14, 2023
DERBY DAY from 12 – 3 pm
In-Person: at West Campus Pool, 2100 Browning
AGENDA: Recreation for youth, Cardboard Races Scavenger Hunt, Cannonball Contest.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/derby-day
Saturday, July 15, 2023
BERKELEY HISTORICAL SOCIETY and MUSEUM presents Chinese in Berkeley at 1 pm
In-Person: 1931 Center
AGENDA: Aimee Baldwin, Curator and Historian for the exhibition, “Touching Ground, Putting Down Roots: Chinese in Berkeley”
https://berkhistory.org/
Sunday, July 16, 2023 - no city meetings, events listed
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July 10 AGENDA and AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
DRAFT AGENDA for July 25 City Council meeting at 6 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1604824574
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 482 4574
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.
2.Hollander, Economic Development – Contract to distribute 1/12 Berkeley Transient Occupany Tax (Hotel Tax) not to exceed $3,500,000 with Convention and Visitor’s Bureau, d.b.s. Visit Berkeley for 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2027
3.Hollander, Economic Development – Contracts Turtle Island Monument in Civic Center Park 7/1/2023 – 3/30/2025, 1. Scott Parsons - $236,000 for fabrication of three new stone medallions, boulders for mounting and purchase granite base stone for mounting five bronze turtles, 2. Artworks Foundry - $350,000 for fabrication of large central bronze turtle sculpture
4.Radu, City Manager’s Office – Amend Contract # 117596-1 add $35,000 total $102,218 with Animal Fix Clinic (formerly Fix Our Ferals) for Spay and Neuter Services and extend to 7/25/2026
5.Oyekanmi, Finance – Bid Solicitations $885,000,
6.Sprague, Fire Department and Louis, BPD – Expand Contract add $50,000 total $300,000 with Cooke and Associates for Applicant Background Investigations 8/1/2023 – 7/31/2026
7.Warhuus, HHCS – Amend 10 Contracts for Mental Health Services Act (MHSA), Community Services and Supports (CSS) and Prevention and Early Intervention (PEI) funded through MHSA, CSS and PEI and extend to 6/30/2026, 1. CSS #108800-1 add $46,941 total $325,678 with Bay Area Hearing Voices Network, 2. CSS #31900132 add $100,000 per year total $700,000 with Building Opportunities for Self-Sufficiency (BOSS), 3. CSS #32200130 add $491,933 per year total $2,459,665 with Alameda County Behavioral Health Care Services, 4. CSS #32000117 add $626,616 per year for 3 years total $5,286,488 with Insight Housing (formerly Berkeley Food and Housing Project), 5. CSS #32000094 add $132,046 per year for 3 years with Youth Spirit Artworks and $78,000 (from Measure P) for FY 2024 for Tiny House Village total $1,211,230, 6. PEI #32000240 add $401,369 total $2,598,334 with BUSD, 7. PEI #088999-1 add $32,046 per year total $448,860 with Center for Independent Living, 8. PEI #052129-1 add $100,000 per year total $815,150 with Pacific Center for Human Growth, 9 PEI #32200146 add $100,000 per year total $475,000 with ONTRACK, 10. PEI #3200111 add $100,000 per year total $500,000 with East Bay Sanctuary Covenant
8.Warhuus, HHCS – Amend Contract #32300138 add $93,027 total $163,934 with California Mental Health Services Authority (CalMHSA) to execute a Participation Agreement for FY 2024 for the Prevention and Early Intervention Statewide Project thru 6/30/2024
9.Warhuus, HHCS – Contract $100,000 with 2 Plus 1 Housing Resolution services for Harriet Tubman Terrace Tenant Advocate for HHCS 7/15/2023 – 7/15/2024
10.Warhuus, HHCS – Resolution approving Mental Health Services Act Three Year Expenditure Plan FY 2024 - 2026
11.Warhuus, HHCS – Reserve $1,500,000 in Predevelopment Funds in Affordable Housing Mitigation Fee funds to BRIDGE Housing or its affiliate related to development of affordable Housing at North Berkeley BART
12.Aram Kouyoumdjian, HR – Establish Classification and Salary Range Deputy Police Chief annual salary range $200,000 - $260,000
13.Aram Kouyoumdjian, HR – Salary Range Adjustment for Public Employees Union (PEU) – Local 1, increase base salary Senior Building Maintenance Supervisor by 9.30%, Senior Equipment Supervisor by 13%, Senior Publics Works Supervisor by 8.53% and Senior Solid Wast Supervisor by 8.53% effective 1/1/2023
14.Fong, IT – Contract $325,000 with opportunity to extend thru FY 2025 total $370,000 for Piggyback Contract with SmartWave for City Facility Managed WiFi throughout City of Berkeley facilities
15.Ferris, Parks – Side Letter Agreement with Hornblower sublease resnt payments at Doubletree Holtel at Waterfront
16.Ferris, Parks – Amend Contract #32200183 add $79,000 total $1,179,000 with Western Water Features, Inc for renovations at King Swim Center
17.Klein, Planning – Accept Grant $497,042 from Governor’s Office of Planning and Research to Create a New Environmental Justice Element, Update the General Disaster Preparedness & Safety Element, and Develop Community-Driven Climate and Resillience Metric 4/31/2023 – 1/31/2026
18.Garland, Public Works – Agreement with AC Transit to Provide Funding for Transit Shelter Maintenance $110,000 over 5 years
19.Garland, Public Works – Amend Contract add $50,000 total $100,000 with Benefit Resource, Inc. for Third-Party Administrator of Employee Commute Benefit Program and extend to 2/28/2025
20.Garland, Public Works – Amend Contract #32000128 add $500,000 total $1,200,000 with WSP USA Environment & Infrastructure, Inc. (foremerly Wood Environment & Infrastructure Solutions, Inc.) for on-call environmental consulting services extend to 12/30/2026
21.Garland, Public Works – Amend contract #32000145 add $200,000 total $478,698 with Zonar Systems for Global Positioning System Telematics Program and extend to 6/30/2026
22.Garland, Public Works – Amend Contract #32100070 add $75,272 total $189,848 with Urban Ore, Inc. for Salvage Operations at CoB Transfer Station and extend to 6/30/2025
23.Garland, Public Works – Contract $300,000 with R & S Erection of Richmond, Inc. for on-call roll up door and gate maintenance and replacement 8/1/2023 – 7/31/2026
24.Garland, Public Works – Contract $1,900,000 with Wood Rogers, Inc. for Stormwater Mster Plan
25.Garland, Public Works – Contract $300,000 with Disability Access Consultants (DAC) for up to 3 years for on-call American with Disabilities Act consulting for CoB Compliance Program
26.Garland, Public Works – Audit Status Report Underfunded Mandate: Resources, Strategic Plan, and Communication Needed to Continue Progress towards the Year 2020 Zero Waste Goal
27.Garland, Public Works – Audit Status Report Zero Waste Activities Will Help Align Service Levels with Billing and Ensure Customer Equity
28.Mental Health Commission – Resolution Adopt a City-Wide “Care First, Jails Last” Policy
29.Arreguin – Sponsorship of Peace Lantern Ceremony at Aquatic Park on 8/5/2023
30.Barlett, co-sponsors Arreguin, Hahn, Harrison – Resolution proclaim the first week of August as Berkeley Farmer’s Market Week
31.Wengraf, co-sponsor Harrison – Commemoration of the 100th Anniversary of the 1923 Berkeley Fire
32.Robinson, co-sponsors Hahn, Humbert – Support Unionization of Peet’s Coffe Workers
AGENDA on ACTION:
33.Amendments to Title 23 Relating to ADU to conform to State Law and respond to guidance from California Department of Housing and Community Development
34.Designate Voting Delegate and Alternate at League of California Cities Annual Conference on 9/22/2023
35.Warhuus, HHCS – Adopt Affordable Housing framework for North Berkeley BART Station Area
36.Ferris, Parks - $5,500,000 loan for D and E Dock Project in Berkeley Marian
37.Louis, BPD – AB 488, 2022 Annual Military Equipment Report
38.Louis, BPD – Surveillance Ordinance items related to Fied Automated License Plate Readers (ALPRs)
39.Arreguin – Waivers for Woolsey Gardens Affordable Housing Project at 3120 – 3130 Shattuck, waives requirement that purchasers have a yearly gross income limited to no more than 44% of the cost of the unit at the time of sale and adds one unit instead of paying .44 unit in lieu fee
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July 11, 2023 Agenda for CITY COUNCIL Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1607533030
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 753 3030
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
4.Adopting temporary exemption from the collection of taxes under BMC 9.04.136(D) Tax Rate for Non-Medical and Medical Cannabis Business
5.Peter Radu, City Manager’s Office – Encampment Resolution Funding Grant Award of $4,931,058 from state of California
6.Peter Radu, City Manager’s Office – Urgency Ordinance for leasing 1619 University (Super 8 Motel) for 60 months
7.Peter Radu, City Manager’s Office – Contract $7,295,635 with Insight Housing (formerly Berkeley food and Housing Project) to operate an interim housing program at Super 8 Motel (1619 University) from 8/1/2023 to 7/31/2028
8.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal bid solicitations $482,500
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13.Aram Kouyoumdjian, HR – Amend contract #32000226 total $233,736 (amount added not given) with MidAmerica Administrative & Retirement Solutions for administration of SRIP | Disability, Retiree Health Premium Assistance Plan (RHPAP) Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) and Police Employee Retiree Income Plans (PERIP) for 1/12021 – 12/31/2025
14.Aram Kouyoumdjian, HR – Amend contract #32300158 total $750,000 (amount added not given) with AppleOne Employment Services for temporary staffing from 2/1/2023 – 6/30/2025
15.Aram Kouyoumdjian, HR – Revisions to the Unrepresented Employee Manual1) Merit raises in current classification, 2) Aligns vacation accrual and longevity pay rates and vacation sell-back policies for the Fire Chief, the Police Chief and their deputies 3) Includes Office Specialists III among classifications that qualify for the City Manager Department Differential
16.Aram Kouyoumdjian, HR – Supplemental Military Leave Compensation Policy to offer City’s supplemental ilitary leave compensation benefit retroactively from 6/1/2019 – 6/30/2025 to provide wages to supplement an employee’s military pay and allowances for a period not to exceed two years that must be taken within 36 months of the leave request for emplyees called up to involuntary active military service
17.Ferris, Parks – Accept grant $5,138,685 from Alameda County Transportation Commission for the Berkeley Pier Water Transportation / Ferry Project
18.Ferris, Parks – Amend contract #32000188 add $75,000 total $225,000 with GSI Environmental Inc. for on-call environmental consulting services and extend term from 12/20/2023 – 6/30/2025
19.Louis, BPD – Amend contract #32300022 add $150,000 total $200,000 with Public Safety Family Counseling Group, Inc. for additional critical incident stress management (CISM), education and counseling services
20.Housing Advisory Commission – Conduct a Study on the City’s History of Discriminatory Actions in Housing Policies/Programs that adversely impacted the Black community and its ability to remain and grow in the city, build inter-generational wealth and fully realize the benefits of homeownership and how lessons learned can inform future housing policies and programs
21.Arreguin – Reappoint Thomas-Rodriguez, Max Levine and Ali Kashani to Berkeley Housing Authority of Commissioners
22.Arreguin, Co-sponsor Hahn – Support Rooftop Solar and Battery Storage for Multifamily Housing and Schools and send resolution to Newsom, Skinner, Wicks and CPUC in support of Virtual Net Energy Metering (VNEM) and Net Energy Metering Aggregation (NEM-A)
23.Arreguin, Co-sponsor Hahn – Relinquishment of Council Office Budget Funds to the Kala Art Institute the fiscal sponsor for the Chavez/Huerta Tribute Site
24.Excused absence for Vice Mayor Ben Bartlett
25.Taplin - Relinquishment of Council Office Budget Funds to support the Berkeley Humane Society adoption event
26.Taplin - Relinquishment of Council Office Budget Funds for BHS all class reunion
27.Bartlett – Resolution in support for unionized employees of REI
28.Harrison, Arreguin - Relinquishment of Council Office Budget Funds and co-sponsorship fo the Cesar Chavez, Dolores Heurta Tribute Site Curriculum Project
29.Harrison – Resolution opposing Tokyo Electric Power Company and the Government of Japan’s Planned Discharge of Wastewater from Fukushima Daichi Nuclear Power Plant into the Pacific Ocean
AGENDA on ACTION:
30.Zoning Ordinance Amendments to Title 23 of BMC to Conform to State Law and Make Non-Substantive Technical Edits
31.Wong, City Auditor – Report Staff Shortages, City services Constrained by Staff Retention Challenges and Delayed Hiring
32.Warhuus, HHCS – Referral Response: Affordable Housing Preference Policy for rental housing created through below market rate and Housing Trust Fund Programs
33.Adoption – Civic Center Phase II – Design Concept
34.Hahn, Co-sponsor Arreguin – Dedicated Public Comment Time for City of Berkeley Unions at the beginning of City Council meetings
35.De-prioritizing the enforcement of laws imposing criminal penalties for Entheogenic/Psychedelic plants and fungi for personal use
INFORMATION REPORTS:
36.Annual Report on Landmarks Preservation Commission (LPC) Actions
37.City Auditor FY 2024 Audit Plan
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LAND USE CALENDAR PUBLIC HEARINGS:
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
Unscheduled Presentations – Workshops and Special Meetings:
Worth Noting:
The week ahead is packed with meetings. The last City Council meeting before leaving on summer recess is July 25. Summer recess is July 26 through September 11. Most of the commissions do not meet in August.
- Monday:
- At 2:30 pm Agenda and Rules Committee meets in the hybrid format to plan July 25 City Council meeting.
- At 4:30 pm Council goes into closed session on active litigation.
- At 6 pm Speaking Up for Point Molate Elizabeth Dougherty explains watersheds (online).
- At 7 pm the Personnel Board meets in person.
- At 7 pm the Peace and Justice Commission is scheduled to meet, but no agenda is posted.
- Tuesday: At 7 pm City Council meets in the hybrid format with two important agenda items, 31city staff vacancies and 33 the Civic Center Plan which lists daylighting Strawberry Creek as an alternative for Civic Center Park
- Wednesday: At
- 5 pm the community meeting on the African American Holistic Center Plan meets in person.
- At 5 pm the Commission on Disability meets in person.
- At 6 pm there is a community meeting online on the Zero Waste Strategic Plan.
- At 6:30 pm the Police Accountability Board meets in the hybrid format on the proposal for fixed camera licensed plate readers (ALPRs) from the Police Department.
- At 7 pm the Parks Commission meets in person on the subcommittee’s proposed Waterfront Specific Plan report.
- Thursday:
- At 7 pm the Disaster and Fire Safety Commission meets in person.
- At 1 pm WETA meets in the hybrid format.
- Friday: At 12 pm is Derby Day for children at the West Campus Pool.
- Saturday: At 1 pm Aimee Baldwin gives a tour on Chinese in Berkeley for the Berkeley historical Society and Museum
Directions with links to ZOOM support for activating Closed Captioning and Save Transcript are at the bottom of this calendar.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, July 9, 2023 - no city meetings, events listed
Monday, July 10, 2023
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1604824574
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 482 4574
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 7/25/2023 draft agenda for the regular 6 pm City Council meeting – use link or read full draft agenda below at the end of the list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Workssessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, Unscheduled Items: 8. a. Discussion of Potential Changes to City Council Legislative Process, b. Discussion Regarding Design and Strengthening of Policy Committees Process and Structure (Including Budget Referrals), 9. Modifications or Improvements to City Council Meeting Procedures, 10. Strengthening and Supporting City Commission: Guidance on Development of Legislative Proposals, 11. Discussion and recommendations on the Continued Use of the Berkeley Considers Online Engagement Portal.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
CITY COUNCIL Closed Session at 4:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1618149511
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 814 9511
AGENDA: Conference with Legal Counsel – Pending Litigation a. Smith v. City of Berkeley Alameda County Superior Case No. 22CV012424
https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-closed-meeting-eagenda-july-10-2023
PEACE and JUSTICE COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: No Agenda is posted as of Friday, July 7 at 10:24 pm
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/peace-and-justice-commission
PERSONNEL BOARD at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1301 Shattuck, Live Oak Community Center, Fireside Room
AGENDA: V. Recommendation to Amend Electrical Supervisor and Communications Supervisor Job Class Specifications, VI. Recommendation to Amend Parking Services Manager Job Class Specification, VII. Recommendation to Establish Lactation Counselor Job Class Specification and Salary Range, VIII. Revisions to the Unrepresented Employee Manual
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/personnel-board
SPEAKING UP for POINT MOLATE from 6 – 7 pm
Videoconference: https://sierraclub.zoom.us/j/99891619534
AGENDA: Dr. Elizabeth Dougherty, Executive Director, Wholly H2O on watersheds that supply the water where we work and live and how our actions affect them
https://whollyh2o.org/
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWg3-3wrgguS02lbt5wO_Qw
Tuesday, July 11, 2023
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference:
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID:
AGENDA: Use the link and choose the html option or see the agenda listed at the end of the calendar. Agenda Item 31 the Auditor’s Report on City Staffing Shortages, Item 33 Adoption of the Civic Center Plan with consideration of daylighting Strawberry Creek.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Wednesday, July 12, 2023
AFRICAN AMERICAN HOLISTIC RESOURCE CENTER COMMUNITY MEETING from 5 – 7 pm
In-Person: at 2800 Park, Frances Albrier Community Center
AGENDA: Presentations by AE3 Architects, Parks, Recreation and Waterfront Team followed with public comment on design.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/african-american-holistic-resource-center-community-meeting
BERKELEY ZERO WASTE STRATEGIC PLAN MEETING from 6 – 7:30 pm
Videoconference Registration: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0td-GrrjMjHN3H0qmtVO9Qg0QPmqhWUyCb#/registration
Meeting ID: 833 9808 8684
AGENDA: Zero Waste Strategic Plan
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/berkeley-zero-waste-strategic-plan-meeting-0
COMMISSION on DISABILITY at 5 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 1. Nomination and vote for Chair, 2. Improving accessibility by changing meeting time, schedule or location, 3. WorkPlan, 4. Effective representation.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-disability
PARKS, RECREATION and WATERFRONT COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 2800 Park, Frances Albrier Community Center, Auditorium
AGENDA: 7. Chair’s Report, 8. Director’s Report, 9. Update $5,500,000 loan for D&E Dock Project, 10. Update on Marina Fund Gap, 11. Waterfront Specific Plan subcommittee report, 12. PRW WorkPlan
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/parks-recreation-and-waterfront-commission
POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD at 6:30 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82653396072
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 826 5359 6072
AGENDA: 3. Public Comment on agenda and non-agenda items, 5. OPDA Staff Report, Chair and Board Reports, Police Chief report, 8. Subcommittee Reports a. Policy and practices relating to Downtown Task force and Bike Unit Allegations, b. Body Worn Camera, c. Conflict of Interest, 9. Review of commendations, 10. A. Rescheduling July 25 meeting, b. Meeting minutes, c. Automated License Plate Readers (ALPRs), 11. Public Comment, 12 Closed session case updates (Agenda Packet 201 pages, BPD commendations 182 pages)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
Thursday, July 13, 2023
DISASTER and FIRE SAFETY COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: 997 Cedar, Fire Department Division of Training Classroom
AGENDA: 4. Schedule special meeting for presentation on Facilities Master Plan And Dispatch needs (Council session 9/19/2023), 5. Election of Vice-Chair, 6. WorkPlan, 7. Request review of low-cost outdoor particulate smoke detectors that are tailored for high priority areas.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/disaster-and-fire-safety-commission
WATER EMERGENCY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY (WETA) at 1 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: Port of San Francisco, Pier 1
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89718217408
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 897 1821 7408 Password: 33779
AGENDA: 5. Reports, 11. Adopt WETA FY 2024 – 2028 Regional Measure 3 5-year operating plan
https://weta.sanfranciscobayferry.com/next-board-meeting
Friday, July 14, 2023
DERBY DAY from 12 – 3 pm
In-Person: at West Campus Pool, 2100 Browning
AGENDA: Recreation for youth, Cardboard Races Scavenger Hunt, Cannonball Contest.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/derby-day
Saturday, July 15, 2023
BERKELEY HISTORICAL SOCIETY and MUSEUM presents Chinese in Berkeley at 1 pm
In-Person: 1931 Center
AGENDA: Aimee Baldwin, Curator and Historian for the exhibition, “Touching Ground, Putting Down Roots: Chinese in Berkeley”
https://berkhistory.org/
Sunday, July 16, 2023 - no city meetings, events listed
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July 10 AGENDA and AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
DRAFT AGENDA for July 25 City Council meeting at 6 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1604824574
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 482 4574
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
AGENDA on CONSENT:
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2.Hollander, Economic Development – Contract to distribute 1/12 Berkeley Transient Occupany Tax (Hotel Tax) not to exceed $3,500,000 with Convention and Visitor’s Bureau, d.b.s. Visit Berkeley for 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2027
3.Hollander, Economic Development – Contracts Turtle Island Monument in Civic Center Park 7/1/2023 – 3/30/2025, 1. Scott Parsons - $236,000 for fabrication of three new stone medallions, boulders for mounting and purchase granite base stone for mounting five bronze turtles, 2. Artworks Foundry - $350,000 for fabrication of large central bronze turtle sculpture
4.Radu, City Manager’s Office – Amend Contract # 117596-1 add $35,000 total $102,218 with Animal Fix Clinic (formerly Fix Our Ferals) for Spay and Neuter Services and extend to 7/25/2026
5.Oyekanmi, Finance – Bid Solicitations $885,000,
6.Sprague, Fire Department and Louis, BPD – Expand Contract add $50,000 total $300,000 with Cooke and Associates for Applicant Background Investigations 8/1/2023 – 7/31/2026
7.Warhuus, HHCS – Amend 10 Contracts for Mental Health Services Act (MHSA), Community Services and Supports (CSS) and Prevention and Early Intervention (PEI) funded through MHSA, CSS and PEI and extend to 6/30/2026, 1. CSS #108800-1 add $46,941 total $325,678 with Bay Area Hearing Voices Network, 2. CSS #31900132 add $100,000 per year total $700,000 with Building Opportunities for Self-Sufficiency (BOSS), 3. CSS #32200130 add $491,933 per year total $2,459,665 with Alameda County Behavioral Health Care Services, 4. CSS #32000117 add $626,616 per year for 3 years total $5,286,488 with Insight Housing (formerly Berkeley Food and Housing Project), 5. CSS #32000094 add $132,046 per year for 3 years with Youth Spirit Artworks and $78,000 (from Measure P) for FY 2024 for Tiny House Village total $1,211,230, 6. PEI #32000240 add $401,369 total $2,598,334 with BUSD, 7. PEI #088999-1 add $32,046 per year total $448,860 with Center for Independent Living, 8. PEI #052129-1 add $100,000 per year total $815,150 with Pacific Center for Human Growth, 9 PEI #32200146 add $100,000 per year total $475,000 with ONTRACK, 10. PEI #3200111 add $100,000 per year total $500,000 with East Bay Sanctuary Covenant
8.Warhuus, HHCS – Amend Contract #32300138 add $93,027 total $163,934 with California Mental Health Services Authority (CalMHSA) to execute a Participation Agreement for FY 2024 for the Prevention and Early Intervention Statewide Project thru 6/30/2024
9.Warhuus, HHCS – Contract $100,000 with 2 Plus 1 Housing Resolution services for Harriet Tubman Terrace Tenant Advocate for HHCS 7/15/2023 – 7/15/2024
10.Warhuus, HHCS – Resolution approving Mental Health Services Act Three Year Expenditure Plan FY 2024 - 2026
11.Warhuus, HHCS – Reserve $1,500,000 in Predevelopment Funds in Affordable Housing Mitigation Fee funds to BRIDGE Housing or its affiliate related to development of affordable Housing at North Berkeley BART
12.Aram Kouyoumdjian, HR – Establish Classification and Salary Range Deputy Police Chief annual salary range $200,000 - $260,000
13.Aram Kouyoumdjian, HR – Salary Range Adjustment for Public Employees Union (PEU) – Local 1, increase base salary Senior Building Maintenance Supervisor by 9.30%, Senior Equipment Supervisor by 13%, Senior Publics Works Supervisor by 8.53% and Senior Solid Wast Supervisor by 8.53% effective 1/1/2023
14.Fong, IT – Contract $325,000 with opportunity to extend thru FY 2025 total $370,000 for Piggyback Contract with SmartWave for City Facility Managed WiFi throughout City of Berkeley facilities
15.Ferris, Parks – Side Letter Agreement with Hornblower sublease resnt payments at Doubletree Holtel at Waterfront
16.Ferris, Parks – Amend Contract #32200183 add $79,000 total $1,179,000 with Western Water Features, Inc for renovations at King Swim Center
17.Klein, Planning – Accept Grant $497,042 from Governor’s Office of Planning and Research to Create a New Environmental Justice Element, Update the General Disaster Preparedness & Safety Element, and Develop Community-Driven Climate and Resillience Metric 4/31/2023 – 1/31/2026
18.Garland, Public Works – Agreement with AC Transit to Provide Funding for Transit Shelter Maintenance $110,000 over 5 years
19.Garland, Public Works – Amend Contract add $50,000 total $100,000 with Benefit Resource, Inc. for Third-Party Administrator of Employee Commute Benefit Program and extend to 2/28/2025
20.Garland, Public Works – Amend Contract #32000128 add $500,000 total $1,200,000 with WSP USA Environment & Infrastructure, Inc. (foremerly Wood Environment & Infrastructure Solutions, Inc.) for on-call environmental consulting services extend to 12/30/2026
21.Garland, Public Works – Amend contract #32000145 add $200,000 total $478,698 with Zonar Systems for Global Positioning System Telematics Program and extend to 6/30/2026
22.Garland, Public Works – Amend Contract #32100070 add $75,272 total $189,848 with Urban Ore, Inc. for Salvage Operations at CoB Transfer Station and extend to 6/30/2025
23.Garland, Public Works – Contract $300,000 with R & S Erection of Richmond, Inc. for on-call roll up door and gate maintenance and replacement 8/1/2023 – 7/31/2026
24.Garland, Public Works – Contract $1,900,000 with Wood Rogers, Inc. for Stormwater Mster Plan
25.Garland, Public Works – Contract $300,000 with Disability Access Consultants (DAC) for up to 3 years for on-call American with Disabilities Act consulting for CoB Compliance Program
26.Garland, Public Works – Audit Status Report Underfunded Mandate: Resources, Strategic Plan, and Communication Needed to Continue Progress towards the Year 2020 Zero Waste Goal
27.Garland, Public Works – Audit Status Report Zero Waste Activities Will Help Align Service Levels with Billing and Ensure Customer Equity
28.Mental Health Commission – Resolution Adopt a City-Wide “Care First, Jails Last” Policy
29.Arreguin – Sponsorship of Peace Lantern Ceremony at Aquatic Park on 8/5/2023
30.Barlett, co-sponsors Arreguin, Hahn, Harrison – Resolution proclaim the first week of August as Berkeley Farmer’s Market Week
31.Wengraf, co-sponsor Harrison – Commemoration of the 100th Anniversary of the 1923 Berkeley Fire
32.Robinson, co-sponsors Hahn, Humbert – Support Unionization of Peet’s Coffe Workers
AGENDA on ACTION:
33.Amendments to Title 23 Relating to ADU to conform to State Law and respond to guidance from California Department of Housing and Community Development
34.Designate Voting Delegate and Alternate at League of California Cities Annual Conference on 9/22/2023
35.Warhuus, HHCS – Adopt Affordable Housing framework for North Berkeley BART Station Area
36.Ferris, Parks - $5,500,000 loan for D and E Dock Project in Berkeley Marian
37.Louis, BPD – AB 488, 2022 Annual Military Equipment Report
38.Louis, BPD – Surveillance Ordinance items related to Fied Automated License Plate Readers (ALPRs)
39.Arreguin – Waivers for Woolsey Gardens Affordable Housing Project at 3120 – 3130 Shattuck, waives requirement that purchasers have a yearly gross income limited to no more than 44% of the cost of the unit at the time of sale and adds one unit instead of paying .44 unit in lieu fee
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July 11, 2023 Agenda for CITY COUNCIL Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1607533030
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 753 3030
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
- Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: Fund fire Protection and Emergency Response and Preparedness Measure GG
- Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Special Tax Rate: Fund Library Services
4.Adopting temporary exemption from the collection of taxes under BMC 9.04.136(D) Tax Rate for Non-Medical and Medical Cannabis Business
5.Peter Radu, City Manager’s Office – Encampment Resolution Funding Grant Award of $4,931,058 from state of California
6.Peter Radu, City Manager’s Office – Urgency Ordinance for leasing 1619 University (Super 8 Motel) for 60 months
7.Peter Radu, City Manager’s Office – Contract $7,295,635 with Insight Housing (formerly Berkeley food and Housing Project) to operate an interim housing program at Super 8 Motel (1619 University) from 8/1/2023 to 7/31/2028
8.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal bid solicitations $482,500
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10.
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13.Aram Kouyoumdjian, HR – Amend contract #32000226 total $233,736 (amount added not given) with MidAmerica Administrative & Retirement Solutions for administration of SRIP | Disability, Retiree Health Premium Assistance Plan (RHPAP) Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) and Police Employee Retiree Income Plans (PERIP) for 1/12021 – 12/31/2025
14.Aram Kouyoumdjian, HR – Amend contract #32300158 total $750,000 (amount added not given) with AppleOne Employment Services for temporary staffing from 2/1/2023 – 6/30/2025
15.Aram Kouyoumdjian, HR – Revisions to the Unrepresented Employee Manual1) Merit raises in current classification, 2) Aligns vacation accrual and longevity pay rates and vacation sell-back policies for the Fire Chief, the Police Chief and their deputies 3) Includes Office Specialists III among classifications that qualify for the City Manager Department Differential
16.Aram Kouyoumdjian, HR – Supplemental Military Leave Compensation Policy to offer City’s supplemental ilitary leave compensation benefit retroactively from 6/1/2019 – 6/30/2025 to provide wages to supplement an employee’s military pay and allowances for a period not to exceed two years that must be taken within 36 months of the leave request for emplyees called up to involuntary active military service
17.Ferris, Parks – Accept grant $5,138,685 from Alameda County Transportation Commission for the Berkeley Pier Water Transportation / Ferry Project
18.Ferris, Parks – Amend contract #32000188 add $75,000 total $225,000 with GSI Environmental Inc. for on-call environmental consulting services and extend term from 12/20/2023 – 6/30/2025
19.Louis, BPD – Amend contract #32300022 add $150,000 total $200,000 with Public Safety Family Counseling Group, Inc. for additional critical incident stress management (CISM), education and counseling services
20.Housing Advisory Commission – Conduct a Study on the City’s History of Discriminatory Actions in Housing Policies/Programs that adversely impacted the Black community and its ability to remain and grow in the city, build inter-generational wealth and fully realize the benefits of homeownership and how lessons learned can inform future housing policies and programs
21.Arreguin – Reappoint Thomas-Rodriguez, Max Levine and Ali Kashani to Berkeley Housing Authority of Commissioners
22.Arreguin, Co-sponsor Hahn – Support Rooftop Solar and Battery Storage for Multifamily Housing and Schools and send resolution to Newsom, Skinner, Wicks and CPUC in support of Virtual Net Energy Metering (VNEM) and Net Energy Metering Aggregation (NEM-A)
23.Arreguin, Co-sponsor Hahn – Relinquishment of Council Office Budget Funds to the Kala Art Institute the fiscal sponsor for the Chavez/Huerta Tribute Site
24.Excused absence for Vice Mayor Ben Bartlett
25.Taplin - Relinquishment of Council Office Budget Funds to support the Berkeley Humane Society adoption event
26.Taplin - Relinquishment of Council Office Budget Funds for BHS all class reunion
27.Bartlett – Resolution in support for unionized employees of REI
28.Harrison, Arreguin - Relinquishment of Council Office Budget Funds and co-sponsorship fo the Cesar Chavez, Dolores Heurta Tribute Site Curriculum Project
29.Harrison – Resolution opposing Tokyo Electric Power Company and the Government of Japan’s Planned Discharge of Wastewater from Fukushima Daichi Nuclear Power Plant into the Pacific Ocean
AGENDA on ACTION:
30.Zoning Ordinance Amendments to Title 23 of BMC to Conform to State Law and Make Non-Substantive Technical Edits
31.Wong, City Auditor – Report Staff Shortages, City services Constrained by Staff Retention Challenges and Delayed Hiring
32.Warhuus, HHCS – Referral Response: Affordable Housing Preference Policy for rental housing created through below market rate and Housing Trust Fund Programs
33.Adoption – Civic Center Phase II – Design Concept
34.Hahn, Co-sponsor Arreguin – Dedicated Public Comment Time for City of Berkeley Unions at the beginning of City Council meetings
35.De-prioritizing the enforcement of laws imposing criminal penalties for Entheogenic/Psychedelic plants and fungi for personal use
INFORMATION REPORTS:
36.Annual Report on Landmarks Preservation Commission (LPC) Actions
37.City Auditor FY 2024 Audit Plan
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LAND USE CALENDAR PUBLIC HEARINGS:
- 2720 Hillegass Avenue - Willard Park (Construct Community Center) 7/24/2023
- 705 Euclid Avenue (new single family dwelling) 9/26/2023
- 3000 Shattuck Avenue (Construct 10-story mixed-use building) – 9/26/2023
- 1598 University Avenue (Construct 8-story mixed-use building) 10/3/2023
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
- July 18 (WS) - Ashby BART Transit Oriented Development (TOD), and City Policies for Managing Parking Around BART Stations
- July 24 ZAB Appeal 2720 Hillegass – Willard Park Clubhouse
- September 26 ZAB Appeals 3000 Shattuck and 705 Euclid new single-family dwelling
Unscheduled Presentations – Workshops and Special Meetings:
- Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation (rescheduled from July 11 to September 19 at 4 pm)
- Draft Waterfront Specific Plan (at 4 pm) – rescheduled from July 25 to October 2023
- Fire Department Standards of Coverage & Community Risk Assessment June 13 presentation cancelled, report is worth reading (to be rescheduled) (didn’t have quorum)
- Re-imagining Public Safety Update (November 2023)
July 2 - July 9, 2023
Worth Noting:
Enjoy the 4th of July Holiday week
The July 11 City Council Agenda is posted for review and comment. Agenda Item 31 is the City Auditors report on staffing shortages and employee satisfaction (report 60 pages). Agenda Item 33 is the Adoption of the Civic Center Phase II Design Concept (Report 180 pages).
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
Directions with links to ZOOM support for activating Closed Captioning and Save Transcript are at the bottom of this calendar.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, July 2, 2023 - no city meetings, events listed
Monday, July 3, 2023 - no city meetings, events listed
Tuesday, July 4, 2023 – HOLIDAY
4th of July announcement on closed roads prohibition of fireworks
https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/CABERKE/bulletins/3624f60
Wednesday, July 5, 2023 FITES Meeting canceled
Thursday, July 6, 2023
LANDMARKS PRESERVATION COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 60 Panoramic Way – Resume Public Hearing for Landmark or Structure of Merit
910 Indian Rock Ave – open public hearing Landmark or Structure of Merit
2113 Kittredge – Structural Alteration Permit
803 Delaware – Structural Alteration Permit
1850 Berryman – Structural Alteration Permit for the Maybeck House Property
2480 Bancroft – Demolition Referral
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/landmarks-preservation-commission
Friday, July 7, 2023 - no city meetings, events listed
Saturday, July 8, 2023
MUSIC in the PARK (JAZZ) from 3:30 – 5:30 pm
At 41 Somerset Place, John Hinkel Park
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/music-park-jazz-morchestra
Berkeley Neighborhoods Council at 10 am
Videoconference:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/4223188307?pwd=dFlNMVlVZ2d6b0FnSHh3ZlFwV2NMdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 422 318 8307 Passcode: 521161
AGENDA: Check later – no posting yet
https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/
Sunday, July 9, 2023 - no city meetings, events listed
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July 11, 2023 Agenda for CITY COUNCIL Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1607533030
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 753 3030
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
4.Adopting temporary exemption from the collection of taxes under BMC 9.04.136(D) Tax Rate for Non-Medical and Medical Cannabis Business
5.Peter Radu, City Manager’s Office – Encampment Resolution Funding Grant Award of $4,931,058 from state of California
6.Peter Radu, City Manager’s Office – Urgency Ordinance for leasing 1619 University (Super 8 Motel) for 60 months
7.Peter Radu, City Manager’s Office – Contract $7,295,635 with Insight Housing (formerly Berkeley food and Housing Project) to operate an interim housing program at Super 8 Motel (1619 University) from 8/1/2023 to 7/31/2028
8.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal bid solicitations $482,500
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10.
11.
12.
13.Aram Kouyoumdjian, HR – Amend contract #32000226 total $233,736 (amount added not given) with MidAmerica Administrative & Retirement Solutions for administration of SRIP | Disability, Retiree Health Premium Assistance Plan (RHPAP) Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) and Police Employee Retiree Income Plans (PERIP) for 1/12021 – 12/31/2025
14.Aram Kouyoumdjian, HR – Amend contract #32300158 total $750,000 (amount added not given) with AppleOne Employment Services for temporary staffing from 2/1/2023 – 6/30/2025
15.Aram Kouyoumdjian, HR – Revisions to the Unrepresented Employee Manual1) Merit raises in current classification, 2) Aligns vacation accrual and longevity pay rates and vacation sell-back policies for the Fire Chief, the Police Chief and their deputies 3) Includes Office Specialists III among classifications that qualify for the City Manager Department Differential
16.Aram Kouyoumdjian, HR – Supplemental Military Leave Compensation Policy to offer City’s supplemental ilitary leave compensation benefit retroactively from 6/1/2019 – 6/30/2025 to provide wages to supplement an employee’s military pay and allowances for a period not to exceed two years that must be taken within 36 months of the leave request for emplyees called up to involuntary active military service
17.Ferris, Parks – Accept grant $5,138,685 from Alameda County Transportation Commission for the Berkeley Pier Water Transportation / Ferry Project
18.Ferris, Parks – Amend contract #32000188 add $75,000 total $225,000 with GSI Environmental Inc. for on-call environmental consulting services and extend term from 12/20/2023 – 6/30/2025
19.Louis, BPD – Amend contract #32300022 add $150,000 total $200,000 with Public Safety Family Counseling Group, Inc. for additional critical incident stress management (CISM), education and counseling services
20.Housing Advisory Commission – Conduct a Study on the City’s History of Discriminatory Actions in Housing Policies/Programs that adversely impacted the Black community and its ability to remain and grow in the city, build inter-generational wealth and fully realize the benefits of homeownership and how lessons learned can inform future housing policies and programs
21.Arreguin – Reappoint Thomas-Rodriguez, Max Levine and Ali Kashani to Berkeley Housing Authority of Commissioners
22.Arreguin, Co-sponsor Hahn – Support Rooftop Solar and Battery Storage for Multifamily Housing and Schools and send resolution to Newsom, Skinner, Wicks and CPUC in support of Virtual Net Energy Metering (VNEM) and Net Energy Metering Aggregation (NEM-A)
23.Arreguin, Co-sponsor Hahn – Relinquishment of Council Office Budget Funds to the Kala Art Institute the fiscal sponsor for the Chavez/Huerta Tribute Site
24.Excused absence for Vice Mayor Ben Bartlett
25.Taplin - Relinquishment of Council Office Budget Funds to support the Berkeley Humane Society adoption event
26.Taplin - Relinquishment of Council Office Budget Funds for BHS all class reunion
27.Bartlett – Resolution in support for unionized employees of REI
28.Harrison, Arreguin - Relinquishment of Council Office Budget Funds and co-sponsorship fo the Cesar Chavez, Dolores Heurta Tribute Site Curriculum Project
29.Harrison – Resolution opposing Tokyo Electric Power Company and the Government of Japan’s Planned Discharge of Wastewater from Fukushima Daichi Nuclear Power Plant into the Pacific Ocean
AGENDA on ACTION:
30.Zoning Ordinance Amendments to Title 23 of BMC to Conform to State Law and Make Non-Substantive Technical Edits
31.Wong, City Auditor – Report Staff Shortages, City services Constrained by Staff Retention Challenges and Delayed Hiring
32.Warhuus, HHCS – Referral Response: Affordable Housing Preference Policy for rental housing created through below market rate and Housing Trust Fund Programs
33.Adoption – Civic Center Phase II – Design Concept
34.Hahn, Co-sponsor Arreguin – Dedicated Public Comment Time for City of Berkeley Unions at the beginning of City Council meetings
35.De-prioritizing the enforcement of laws imposing criminal penalties for Entheogenic/Psychedelic plants and fungi for personal use
INFORMATION REPORTS:
36.Annual Report on Landmarks Preservation Commission (LPC) Actions
37.City Auditor FY 2024 Audit Plan
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LAND USE CALENDAR PUBLIC HEARINGS:
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
Unscheduled Presentations – Workshops and Special Meetings:
Worth Noting:
Enjoy the 4th of July Holiday week
- Thursday: At 7 pm the Landmarks Preservation Commission in person.
- Saturday:
- At 10 am the Berkeley Neighborhoods Council meets online.
- From 3:30 – 5:30 pm is the Morchestra 17 piece Jazz orchestra in John Hinkel Park.
The July 11 City Council Agenda is posted for review and comment. Agenda Item 31 is the City Auditors report on staffing shortages and employee satisfaction (report 60 pages). Agenda Item 33 is the Adoption of the Civic Center Phase II Design Concept (Report 180 pages).
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
Directions with links to ZOOM support for activating Closed Captioning and Save Transcript are at the bottom of this calendar.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, July 2, 2023 - no city meetings, events listed
Monday, July 3, 2023 - no city meetings, events listed
Tuesday, July 4, 2023 – HOLIDAY
4th of July announcement on closed roads prohibition of fireworks
https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/CABERKE/bulletins/3624f60
Wednesday, July 5, 2023 FITES Meeting canceled
Thursday, July 6, 2023
LANDMARKS PRESERVATION COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 60 Panoramic Way – Resume Public Hearing for Landmark or Structure of Merit
910 Indian Rock Ave – open public hearing Landmark or Structure of Merit
2113 Kittredge – Structural Alteration Permit
803 Delaware – Structural Alteration Permit
1850 Berryman – Structural Alteration Permit for the Maybeck House Property
2480 Bancroft – Demolition Referral
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/landmarks-preservation-commission
Friday, July 7, 2023 - no city meetings, events listed
Saturday, July 8, 2023
MUSIC in the PARK (JAZZ) from 3:30 – 5:30 pm
At 41 Somerset Place, John Hinkel Park
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/music-park-jazz-morchestra
Berkeley Neighborhoods Council at 10 am
Videoconference:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/4223188307?pwd=dFlNMVlVZ2d6b0FnSHh3ZlFwV2NMdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 422 318 8307 Passcode: 521161
AGENDA: Check later – no posting yet
https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/
Sunday, July 9, 2023 - no city meetings, events listed
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July 11, 2023 Agenda for CITY COUNCIL Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1607533030
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 753 3030
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
- Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: Fund fire Protection and Emergency Response and Preparedness Measure GG
- Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Special Tax Rate: Fund Library Services
4.Adopting temporary exemption from the collection of taxes under BMC 9.04.136(D) Tax Rate for Non-Medical and Medical Cannabis Business
5.Peter Radu, City Manager’s Office – Encampment Resolution Funding Grant Award of $4,931,058 from state of California
6.Peter Radu, City Manager’s Office – Urgency Ordinance for leasing 1619 University (Super 8 Motel) for 60 months
7.Peter Radu, City Manager’s Office – Contract $7,295,635 with Insight Housing (formerly Berkeley food and Housing Project) to operate an interim housing program at Super 8 Motel (1619 University) from 8/1/2023 to 7/31/2028
8.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal bid solicitations $482,500
9.
10.
11.
12.
13.Aram Kouyoumdjian, HR – Amend contract #32000226 total $233,736 (amount added not given) with MidAmerica Administrative & Retirement Solutions for administration of SRIP | Disability, Retiree Health Premium Assistance Plan (RHPAP) Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) and Police Employee Retiree Income Plans (PERIP) for 1/12021 – 12/31/2025
14.Aram Kouyoumdjian, HR – Amend contract #32300158 total $750,000 (amount added not given) with AppleOne Employment Services for temporary staffing from 2/1/2023 – 6/30/2025
15.Aram Kouyoumdjian, HR – Revisions to the Unrepresented Employee Manual1) Merit raises in current classification, 2) Aligns vacation accrual and longevity pay rates and vacation sell-back policies for the Fire Chief, the Police Chief and their deputies 3) Includes Office Specialists III among classifications that qualify for the City Manager Department Differential
16.Aram Kouyoumdjian, HR – Supplemental Military Leave Compensation Policy to offer City’s supplemental ilitary leave compensation benefit retroactively from 6/1/2019 – 6/30/2025 to provide wages to supplement an employee’s military pay and allowances for a period not to exceed two years that must be taken within 36 months of the leave request for emplyees called up to involuntary active military service
17.Ferris, Parks – Accept grant $5,138,685 from Alameda County Transportation Commission for the Berkeley Pier Water Transportation / Ferry Project
18.Ferris, Parks – Amend contract #32000188 add $75,000 total $225,000 with GSI Environmental Inc. for on-call environmental consulting services and extend term from 12/20/2023 – 6/30/2025
19.Louis, BPD – Amend contract #32300022 add $150,000 total $200,000 with Public Safety Family Counseling Group, Inc. for additional critical incident stress management (CISM), education and counseling services
20.Housing Advisory Commission – Conduct a Study on the City’s History of Discriminatory Actions in Housing Policies/Programs that adversely impacted the Black community and its ability to remain and grow in the city, build inter-generational wealth and fully realize the benefits of homeownership and how lessons learned can inform future housing policies and programs
21.Arreguin – Reappoint Thomas-Rodriguez, Max Levine and Ali Kashani to Berkeley Housing Authority of Commissioners
22.Arreguin, Co-sponsor Hahn – Support Rooftop Solar and Battery Storage for Multifamily Housing and Schools and send resolution to Newsom, Skinner, Wicks and CPUC in support of Virtual Net Energy Metering (VNEM) and Net Energy Metering Aggregation (NEM-A)
23.Arreguin, Co-sponsor Hahn – Relinquishment of Council Office Budget Funds to the Kala Art Institute the fiscal sponsor for the Chavez/Huerta Tribute Site
24.Excused absence for Vice Mayor Ben Bartlett
25.Taplin - Relinquishment of Council Office Budget Funds to support the Berkeley Humane Society adoption event
26.Taplin - Relinquishment of Council Office Budget Funds for BHS all class reunion
27.Bartlett – Resolution in support for unionized employees of REI
28.Harrison, Arreguin - Relinquishment of Council Office Budget Funds and co-sponsorship fo the Cesar Chavez, Dolores Heurta Tribute Site Curriculum Project
29.Harrison – Resolution opposing Tokyo Electric Power Company and the Government of Japan’s Planned Discharge of Wastewater from Fukushima Daichi Nuclear Power Plant into the Pacific Ocean
AGENDA on ACTION:
30.Zoning Ordinance Amendments to Title 23 of BMC to Conform to State Law and Make Non-Substantive Technical Edits
31.Wong, City Auditor – Report Staff Shortages, City services Constrained by Staff Retention Challenges and Delayed Hiring
32.Warhuus, HHCS – Referral Response: Affordable Housing Preference Policy for rental housing created through below market rate and Housing Trust Fund Programs
33.Adoption – Civic Center Phase II – Design Concept
34.Hahn, Co-sponsor Arreguin – Dedicated Public Comment Time for City of Berkeley Unions at the beginning of City Council meetings
35.De-prioritizing the enforcement of laws imposing criminal penalties for Entheogenic/Psychedelic plants and fungi for personal use
INFORMATION REPORTS:
36.Annual Report on Landmarks Preservation Commission (LPC) Actions
37.City Auditor FY 2024 Audit Plan
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LAND USE CALENDAR PUBLIC HEARINGS:
- 2720 Hillegass Avenue - Willard Park (Construct Community Center) 7/24/2023
- 705 Euclid Avenue (new single family dwelling) 9/26/2023
- 3000 Shattuck Avenue (Construct 10-story mixed-use building) – 9/26/2023
- 1598 University Avenue (Construct 8-story mixed-use building) 10/3/2023
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
- July 11- Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation (at 4 pm)
- July 18 (WS) - Ashby BART Transit Oriented Development (TOD), and City Policies for Managing Parking Around BART Stations
- July 24 ZAB Appeal 2720 Hillegass – Willard Park Clubhouse
- September 26 ZAB Appeals 3000 Shattuck and 705 Euclid new single-family dwelling
Unscheduled Presentations – Workshops and Special Meetings:
- Draft Waterfront Specific Plan (at 4 pm) – rescheduled from July 25 to Fall 2023
- Fire Department Standards of Coverage & Community Risk Assessment June 13 presentation cancelled, report is worth reading (to be rescheduled) (didn’t have quorum)
June 25 - July 2, 2023
Worth Noting:
Summer is here with the community picnic, movies in the park and Pride on the Plaza with drag performances.
KPFA – To vote for the local Board of Directors later this summer, if you have not already contributed $25 the deadline is June 30. The local board in turn will select four Directors to serve on the National Board.
The Land Use Calendar of appeals and Council Special Meetings and Worksessions are listed near the end of the Calendar.
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
Directions with links to ZOOM support for activating Closed Captioning and Save Transcript are at the bottom of this calendar.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, June 25, 2023 - no city meetings, events listed
Monday, June 26, 2023
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1618410107
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 841 0107
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 7/11/2023 draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda below at the end of the list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Workssessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review: 8. a. Discussion of Potential Changes to City Council Legislative Process, 8. b. Discussion Regarding Design and Strengthening of Policy Committees Process and Structure (Including Budget Referrals), Unscheduled Items: 9. Modifications or Improvements to City Council meeting procedures, 10. Strengthening and Supporting City Commission: Guidance on Development of Legislative Proposals, 11. Discussion and Recommendations on the Continued Use of the Berkeley Considers Online Engagement Portal.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
Tuesday, June 27, 2023
SOLANO AVENUE BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT ADVISORY BOARD at 10 am
In-Person: 1801 Solano, Mechanics Bank
AGENDA: 5. Review Invoices, 6. Update on Solano Ave Revitalization RFP and project planning and coordinated with changes Albany is considering, 7. Update on the Zoning Amendments to support small business (Planning Commission 6/7/2023), 8. Work Plan, Holiday Décor 2023-2024; review tree well progress
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/solano-avenue-business-improvement-district-advisory-board
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1608493904
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 849 3904
AGENDA: Use the link and choose the html option or see the agenda listed at the end of the calendar.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
ZERO WASTE COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: 1326 Allston Way, Ratcliff Building, Willow Room
AGENDA: 6. At 6:30 pm Staff Updates on Rates, Progress on Zero Waste Strategic Plan, Progress on SB-1383, SUDs Ordinance Enforcement, Plastic Bag Ordinance, Discussion and Action Items: 1. At 6:50 pm Ridwell Presentation, 2. At 7:10 pm Berkeley Food Network, 3. At 7:30 om Formation of Sub-Committee to Review Green Building Requirements, 4. At 7:40 pm Discuss Legislative Updates
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zero-waste-commission
Wednesday, June 28, 2023 – Islam Eid al-Adha – no city meetings or events
Thursday, June 29, 2023
COMMUNITY PICNIC from 9 am – 4 pm
At 2800 Park, San Pablo Park
(Free Event)
Afternoon of activities for youth and teens with giant inflatables, wall climbing, burgers catered by Fuddruckers, a petting zoo, tot zone, sports zone
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/community-picnic-2023
LOVE WINS: A VARIETY SHOW from 4 – 7 pm
Downtown Berkeley Plaza
(Free Event)
Pride on the Plaza event with music, local vendors and drag performances
https://www.downtownberkeley.com/events/
BERKELEY ZERO WASTE STRATEGIC PLAN COMMUNITY MEETING from 6 – 7:30 pm
In-Person: 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
To be repeated online on July 12 from 6 – 7:30 pm
Friday, June 30, 2023
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION Grants Subcommittee at 11 am
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1616394238
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252
Meeting ID: 161 639 4238
AGENDA: 5. Discussion with possible action a. Grants Program Work Plan
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
MOVIES in the PARK: MINIONS THE RISE of GRU from 8:40 pm to 10:30 pm
1260 Allston Way, Strawberry Creek Park
(Free Event)
Bring blankets, sleeping bags, and/or low-back beach chairs with maximum height of 9” off the ground, alcohol free event, flashlight suggested for walking out at the end of the evening
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/movies-park-minions-rise-gru
Saturday, July 1, 2023 – no city meetings, events listed
Sunday, July 2, 2023 - no city meetings, events listed
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DRAFT AGENDA for July 11, 2023 City Council Regular 6 pm Meeting
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1618410107
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 841 0107
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.Peter Radu, City Manager’s Office – Encampment Resolution Funding Grant Award of $4,931,058 from state of California
2.Peter Radu, City Manager’s Office – Urgency Ordinance for leasing 1619 University (Super 8 Motel) for 60 months
3.Peter Radu, City Manager’s Office – Contract $7,295,635 with Insight Housing (formerly Berkeley food and Housing Project) to operate an interim housing program at Super 8 Motel (1619 University) from 8/1/2023 to 7/31/2028
4.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal bid solicitations $482,500
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.Aram Kouyoumdjian, HR – Amend contract #32000226 total $233,736 (amount added not given) with MidAmerica Administrative & Retirement Solutions for administration of SRIP | Disability, Retiree Health Premium Assistance Plan (RHPAP) Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) and Police Employee Retiree Income Plans (PERIP) for 1/12021 – 12/31/2025
11.Aram Kouyoumdjian, HR – Amend contract #32300158 total $750,000 (amount added not given) with AppleOne Employment Services for temporary staffing from 2/1/2023 – 6/30/2025
12.Aram Kouyoumdjian, HR – Revisions to the Unrepresented Employee Manual1) Merit raises in current classification, 2) Aligns vacation accrual and longevity pay rates and vacation sell-back policies for the Fire Chief, the Police Chief and their deputies 3) Includes Office Specialists III among classifications that qualify for the City Manager Department Differential
13.Aram Kouyoumdjian, HR – Supplemental Military Leave Compensation Policy to offer City’s supplemental ilitary leave compensation benefit retroactively from 6/1/2019 – 6/30/2025 to provide wages to supplement an employee’s military pay and allowances for a period not to exceed two years that must be taken within 36 months of the leave request for emplyees called up to involuntary active military service
14.Ferris, Parks – Accept grant $5,138,685 from Alameda County Transportation Commission for the Berkeley Pier Water Transportation / Ferry Project
15.Ferris, Parks – Amend contract #32000188 add $75,000 total $225,000 with GSI Environmental Inc. for on-call environmental consulting services and extend term from 12/20/2023 – 6/30/2025
16.Louis, BPD – Amend contract #32300022 add $150,000 total $200,000 with Public Safety Family Counseling Group, Inc. for additional critical incident stress management (CISM), education and counseling services
17.Housing Advisory Commission – Conduct a Study on the City’s History of Discriminatory Actions in Housing Policies/Programs that adversely impacted the Black community and its ability to remain and grow in the city, build inter-generational wealth and fully realize the benefits of homeownership and how lessons learned can inform future housing policies and programs
18.Wong, City Auditor – Report Staff Shortages, City services Constrained by Staff Retention Challenges and Delayed Hiring
19.Arreguin – Reappoint Thomas-Rodriguez, Max Levine and Ali Kashani to Berkeley Housing Authority of Commissioners
20.Arreguin – Support Rooftop Solar and Battery Storage for Multifamily Housing and Schools and send resolution to Newsom, Skinner, Wicks and CPUC in support of Virtual Net Energy Metering (VNEM) and Net Energy Metering Aggregation (NEM-A)
21.Arreguin – Relinquishment of Council Office Budget Funds to the Kala Art Institute the fiscal sponsor for the Chavez/Huerta Tribute Site
22.Taplin - Relinquishment of Council Office Budget Funds to support the Berkeley Humane Society adoption event
23.Taplin - Relinquishment of Council Office Budget Funds for BHS all class reunion
24.Bartlett – Resolution in support for unionized employees of REI
25.Harrison, Arreguin - Relinquishment of Council Office Budget Funds and co-sponsorship fo the Cesar Chavez, Dolores Heurta Tribute Site Curriculum Project
26.Harrison – Resolution opposing Tokyo Electric Power Company and the Government of Japan’s Planned Discharge of Wastewater from Fukushima Daichi Nuclear Power Plant into the Pacific Ocean
AGENDA on ACTION:
27.Zoning Ordinance Amendments to Title 23 of BMC to Conform to State Law and Make Non-Substantive Technical Edits
28.Warhuus, HHCS – Referral Response: Affordable Housing Preference Policy for rental housing created through below market rate and Housing Trust Fund Programs
29.Adoption – Civic Center Phase II – Design Concept
30.De-prioritizing the enforcement of laws imposing criminal penalties for Entheogenic/Psychedelic plants and fungi for personal use
31.Excused absence for Vice Mayor Ben Bartlett
32.Harrison – Adopt an Ordinance Adding Chapter 12.75 to BMC to establish protections relating to animals held, owned, used, exhibited or otherwise kept for racing or other sport, entertainment of profit
33.Hahn – Dedicated Public Comment Time for City of Berkeley Unions at the beginning of City Council meetings
INFORMATION REPORTS:
34.Annual Report on Landmarks Preservation Commission (LPC) Actions
35.City Auditor FY 2024 Audit Plan
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June 27, 2023 Agenda for CITY COUNCIL Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1608493904
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 849 3904
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
4.Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: Fund Debt Service on Neighborhood Branch Library Improvements Project General Obligation Bonds (Measure FF, November 2008) at 0.0050%
5.Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: FundService on 2015 Refnding General Obligation Bonds (Measures G, S & I) elections 1992, 1996 and 2002 at o.0115%
6.Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: Fund the Debt Service on the Infrastructure and Facilities General Obligation Bonds (Measure T1, November 2016) at 0.0140%
7.Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: Fund the Debt Service on the Street and Watershed Improvements General Obligation Bonds (Measure M, November 2012)
8.Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: Business License Tax on Large Non-Profits at $0.7909 per square foot of improvements
9.Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: Fund the Maintenance of Parks, City Trees and Landscaping at $0.2130
10.Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: Fund the Provision of Emergency Medical Services (Paramedic Tax) at $0.0451
11.Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: FundEmergency Services for the Severely Disabled (Measure E) at $0.02018)
12.Fair Campaign Practices Commission – Amendments to Berkeley Election Reform Act to modify the forms required to open a campaign committee, change the deadline to qualify for public financing, clarify rules
13.Amendments to the COVID-19 Emergency Response Ordinance.
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LAND USE CALENDAR PUBLIC HEARINGS:
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
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Unscheduled Presentations – Workshops and Special Meetings:
Worth Noting:
Summer is here with the community picnic, movies in the park and Pride on the Plaza with drag performances.
- Monday
- At 2:30 pm the Agenda and Rules Committee meets in the hybrid format to finalize the July 11 City Council meeting and continue discussion on Council legislative process
- Tuesday
- At 10 am the Solano BID meets in person.
- At 6 pm City Council meets in the hybrid format and will vote to finalize the FY 2024 budget.
- At 6 pm the Zero Waste Commission meets in person.
- Thursday
- From 9 am – 4 pm is the Community Picnic at San Pablo Park.
- From 4 – 7 pm is the Pride on Plaza event with music and drag show.
- From 6 – 7:30 pm Berkeley Zero Waste Strategic Plan Community meeting in person.
- Friday
- At 11 am the Civic Arts Grants Subcommittee meets.
- From 8:40 – 10:30 pm is the movie Minions the rise of Gru at the Strawberry Creek Park.
KPFA – To vote for the local Board of Directors later this summer, if you have not already contributed $25 the deadline is June 30. The local board in turn will select four Directors to serve on the National Board.
The Land Use Calendar of appeals and Council Special Meetings and Worksessions are listed near the end of the Calendar.
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
Directions with links to ZOOM support for activating Closed Captioning and Save Transcript are at the bottom of this calendar.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, June 25, 2023 - no city meetings, events listed
Monday, June 26, 2023
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1618410107
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 841 0107
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 7/11/2023 draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda below at the end of the list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Workssessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review: 8. a. Discussion of Potential Changes to City Council Legislative Process, 8. b. Discussion Regarding Design and Strengthening of Policy Committees Process and Structure (Including Budget Referrals), Unscheduled Items: 9. Modifications or Improvements to City Council meeting procedures, 10. Strengthening and Supporting City Commission: Guidance on Development of Legislative Proposals, 11. Discussion and Recommendations on the Continued Use of the Berkeley Considers Online Engagement Portal.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
Tuesday, June 27, 2023
SOLANO AVENUE BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT ADVISORY BOARD at 10 am
In-Person: 1801 Solano, Mechanics Bank
AGENDA: 5. Review Invoices, 6. Update on Solano Ave Revitalization RFP and project planning and coordinated with changes Albany is considering, 7. Update on the Zoning Amendments to support small business (Planning Commission 6/7/2023), 8. Work Plan, Holiday Décor 2023-2024; review tree well progress
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/solano-avenue-business-improvement-district-advisory-board
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1608493904
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 849 3904
AGENDA: Use the link and choose the html option or see the agenda listed at the end of the calendar.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
ZERO WASTE COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: 1326 Allston Way, Ratcliff Building, Willow Room
AGENDA: 6. At 6:30 pm Staff Updates on Rates, Progress on Zero Waste Strategic Plan, Progress on SB-1383, SUDs Ordinance Enforcement, Plastic Bag Ordinance, Discussion and Action Items: 1. At 6:50 pm Ridwell Presentation, 2. At 7:10 pm Berkeley Food Network, 3. At 7:30 om Formation of Sub-Committee to Review Green Building Requirements, 4. At 7:40 pm Discuss Legislative Updates
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zero-waste-commission
Wednesday, June 28, 2023 – Islam Eid al-Adha – no city meetings or events
Thursday, June 29, 2023
COMMUNITY PICNIC from 9 am – 4 pm
At 2800 Park, San Pablo Park
(Free Event)
Afternoon of activities for youth and teens with giant inflatables, wall climbing, burgers catered by Fuddruckers, a petting zoo, tot zone, sports zone
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/community-picnic-2023
LOVE WINS: A VARIETY SHOW from 4 – 7 pm
Downtown Berkeley Plaza
(Free Event)
Pride on the Plaza event with music, local vendors and drag performances
https://www.downtownberkeley.com/events/
BERKELEY ZERO WASTE STRATEGIC PLAN COMMUNITY MEETING from 6 – 7:30 pm
In-Person: 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
To be repeated online on July 12 from 6 – 7:30 pm
Friday, June 30, 2023
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION Grants Subcommittee at 11 am
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1616394238
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252
Meeting ID: 161 639 4238
AGENDA: 5. Discussion with possible action a. Grants Program Work Plan
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
MOVIES in the PARK: MINIONS THE RISE of GRU from 8:40 pm to 10:30 pm
1260 Allston Way, Strawberry Creek Park
(Free Event)
Bring blankets, sleeping bags, and/or low-back beach chairs with maximum height of 9” off the ground, alcohol free event, flashlight suggested for walking out at the end of the evening
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/movies-park-minions-rise-gru
Saturday, July 1, 2023 – no city meetings, events listed
Sunday, July 2, 2023 - no city meetings, events listed
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DRAFT AGENDA for July 11, 2023 City Council Regular 6 pm Meeting
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1618410107
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 841 0107
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.Peter Radu, City Manager’s Office – Encampment Resolution Funding Grant Award of $4,931,058 from state of California
2.Peter Radu, City Manager’s Office – Urgency Ordinance for leasing 1619 University (Super 8 Motel) for 60 months
3.Peter Radu, City Manager’s Office – Contract $7,295,635 with Insight Housing (formerly Berkeley food and Housing Project) to operate an interim housing program at Super 8 Motel (1619 University) from 8/1/2023 to 7/31/2028
4.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal bid solicitations $482,500
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.Aram Kouyoumdjian, HR – Amend contract #32000226 total $233,736 (amount added not given) with MidAmerica Administrative & Retirement Solutions for administration of SRIP | Disability, Retiree Health Premium Assistance Plan (RHPAP) Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) and Police Employee Retiree Income Plans (PERIP) for 1/12021 – 12/31/2025
11.Aram Kouyoumdjian, HR – Amend contract #32300158 total $750,000 (amount added not given) with AppleOne Employment Services for temporary staffing from 2/1/2023 – 6/30/2025
12.Aram Kouyoumdjian, HR – Revisions to the Unrepresented Employee Manual1) Merit raises in current classification, 2) Aligns vacation accrual and longevity pay rates and vacation sell-back policies for the Fire Chief, the Police Chief and their deputies 3) Includes Office Specialists III among classifications that qualify for the City Manager Department Differential
13.Aram Kouyoumdjian, HR – Supplemental Military Leave Compensation Policy to offer City’s supplemental ilitary leave compensation benefit retroactively from 6/1/2019 – 6/30/2025 to provide wages to supplement an employee’s military pay and allowances for a period not to exceed two years that must be taken within 36 months of the leave request for emplyees called up to involuntary active military service
14.Ferris, Parks – Accept grant $5,138,685 from Alameda County Transportation Commission for the Berkeley Pier Water Transportation / Ferry Project
15.Ferris, Parks – Amend contract #32000188 add $75,000 total $225,000 with GSI Environmental Inc. for on-call environmental consulting services and extend term from 12/20/2023 – 6/30/2025
16.Louis, BPD – Amend contract #32300022 add $150,000 total $200,000 with Public Safety Family Counseling Group, Inc. for additional critical incident stress management (CISM), education and counseling services
17.Housing Advisory Commission – Conduct a Study on the City’s History of Discriminatory Actions in Housing Policies/Programs that adversely impacted the Black community and its ability to remain and grow in the city, build inter-generational wealth and fully realize the benefits of homeownership and how lessons learned can inform future housing policies and programs
18.Wong, City Auditor – Report Staff Shortages, City services Constrained by Staff Retention Challenges and Delayed Hiring
19.Arreguin – Reappoint Thomas-Rodriguez, Max Levine and Ali Kashani to Berkeley Housing Authority of Commissioners
20.Arreguin – Support Rooftop Solar and Battery Storage for Multifamily Housing and Schools and send resolution to Newsom, Skinner, Wicks and CPUC in support of Virtual Net Energy Metering (VNEM) and Net Energy Metering Aggregation (NEM-A)
21.Arreguin – Relinquishment of Council Office Budget Funds to the Kala Art Institute the fiscal sponsor for the Chavez/Huerta Tribute Site
22.Taplin - Relinquishment of Council Office Budget Funds to support the Berkeley Humane Society adoption event
23.Taplin - Relinquishment of Council Office Budget Funds for BHS all class reunion
24.Bartlett – Resolution in support for unionized employees of REI
25.Harrison, Arreguin - Relinquishment of Council Office Budget Funds and co-sponsorship fo the Cesar Chavez, Dolores Heurta Tribute Site Curriculum Project
26.Harrison – Resolution opposing Tokyo Electric Power Company and the Government of Japan’s Planned Discharge of Wastewater from Fukushima Daichi Nuclear Power Plant into the Pacific Ocean
AGENDA on ACTION:
27.Zoning Ordinance Amendments to Title 23 of BMC to Conform to State Law and Make Non-Substantive Technical Edits
28.Warhuus, HHCS – Referral Response: Affordable Housing Preference Policy for rental housing created through below market rate and Housing Trust Fund Programs
29.Adoption – Civic Center Phase II – Design Concept
30.De-prioritizing the enforcement of laws imposing criminal penalties for Entheogenic/Psychedelic plants and fungi for personal use
31.Excused absence for Vice Mayor Ben Bartlett
32.Harrison – Adopt an Ordinance Adding Chapter 12.75 to BMC to establish protections relating to animals held, owned, used, exhibited or otherwise kept for racing or other sport, entertainment of profit
33.Hahn – Dedicated Public Comment Time for City of Berkeley Unions at the beginning of City Council meetings
INFORMATION REPORTS:
34.Annual Report on Landmarks Preservation Commission (LPC) Actions
35.City Auditor FY 2024 Audit Plan
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June 27, 2023 Agenda for CITY COUNCIL Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1608493904
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 849 3904
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
- 2nd reading - Klein, Planning and Development - Bird Safe Building Requirements; Adding Berkeley Municipal Code Section 23.304.150
- 2nd reading - Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: Fund the Debt Service on the Affordable Housing General Obligation Bonds (Measure O, Nov 2018 Election) at 0,0250%
4.Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: Fund Debt Service on Neighborhood Branch Library Improvements Project General Obligation Bonds (Measure FF, November 2008) at 0.0050%
5.Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: FundService on 2015 Refnding General Obligation Bonds (Measures G, S & I) elections 1992, 1996 and 2002 at o.0115%
6.Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: Fund the Debt Service on the Infrastructure and Facilities General Obligation Bonds (Measure T1, November 2016) at 0.0140%
7.Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: Fund the Debt Service on the Street and Watershed Improvements General Obligation Bonds (Measure M, November 2012)
8.Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: Business License Tax on Large Non-Profits at $0.7909 per square foot of improvements
9.Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: Fund the Maintenance of Parks, City Trees and Landscaping at $0.2130
10.Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: Fund the Provision of Emergency Medical Services (Paramedic Tax) at $0.0451
11.Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: FundEmergency Services for the Severely Disabled (Measure E) at $0.02018)
12.Fair Campaign Practices Commission – Amendments to Berkeley Election Reform Act to modify the forms required to open a campaign committee, change the deadline to qualify for public financing, clarify rules
13.Amendments to the COVID-19 Emergency Response Ordinance.
- Minutes for Approval
- Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations $400,000
- Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: Fund fire Protection and Emergency Response and Preparedness Measure GG
- Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Special Tax Rate: Fund Library Services
- Oyekanmi, Finance – Appropriations Limit for FY 2024 $342,803,053
- Oyekanmi, Finance – Revisions to the Debt Management and Disclosure Policy
- Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Reaffirming the Investment Policy and Designation of Investment Authority
- Sprague, Fire Dept – Contract $106,000 with ZOLL Medical Corporation for ECG Monitor/Defibrillator Support for emergency Response Vehicles from 7/1/2023-6/30/2025
- Sprague, Fire Dept – Contract $62,000 with Stryker Corp, Preventive Maintenance Service from 8/1/2023 – 8/1/2026
- Sprague, Fire Dept – Contract $1,600,000 with US Digital Designs for Fire Station Emergency Alerting System from 7/12/2023 – 6/2/2026
- Warhuus, HHCS – Amend Contract add $35,000 total $125,000 with Harold Dichoso COVID-19 Outreach and Education and extend to 6/30/2024
- Warhuus, HHCS – Fiscal Year 2023 Community Development Block Grant 1. Allocate $680,000 of FY 2023 Federal CDBG funds available to to Insight Housing to rehabilitate IH’s Dwight Way Center
- Fong, IT – Amend Contract - Total $1,939,538 with Dell Computer for Computer software and hardware using County Riverside Amendment No. 1 for 11/1/2019 – 10/31/2024
- Fong, IT – Amend Contract 10549B add $1,000,000 total $4,705,342.68 with Tyler Technologies Enterprise Resource Planning System for ongoing software licensing, maintenance services and disaster recovery services 4/1/2017 – 6/30/2025
- Ferris, Parks – Contract $263,000 includes $50,000 (23.5%) contingency with R.X. Lodge, Inc. for the West Side Aquatic Park Tree Planting and Irrigation Project
- Ferris, Parks – Grant Application: USDA Forest Service – Berkeley Urban Forestry Project up to $3,800,000 local in-kind match, up to $500,000 in local cash match
- Ferris, Parks – Donation $6,800 Two Memorial Benches at Cesar Chavez Park in memory of Richard & Gloria Crocker
- Louis, Police Dept – Contract $200,000 with Citygate for Police Dept Staffing and Workload Study $120,000 for 6/30/2023 – 6/30/2024 with option to extend for 2 additional years for total $200,000
- Garland, Public Works – Contracts (3) total $1,200,000 with Cunha Surveying, Inc. (Cunha) $400,000, Kister, Savio & Rei, Inc (KSR) $400,000, MNS Engineers, Inc (MNS) $400,000 for on-call survey services for capital improvement projects and the Engineering Division, for 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2026
- Garland, Public Works – Contracts (5) total $1,500,000 for On-Call Geotechnical and Engineering Testing Services, BSK Associates $400,000, Inspection Services, Inc. $400,000, Ninyo & Moore $400,000, Alan Kropp & Associates $150,000, Fisher Geotechnical $150,000.
- Garland, Public Works – Contract $12,973,925 includes 20% contingency with Bay Cities Paving & Grading, Inc for Southside Complete Streets Project
- Garland, Public Works – Contract $1,625,500 with Downtown Streets for Hand Sweeping, Graffiti and Litter Abatement, Poster Removal and Low Barrier Volunteer Work Experience Program for 8/1/2023 – 8/30/2027
- Garland, Public Works – Amend Contract add $835,969 total $2,285,969 with Trip Stop Sidewalk Repair, In for FY 2020 Sidewalk Inspection and Shaving Services
- Garland, Public Works – Ground Lease Agreement – RM Ventures LLC d.b.a. in the Wood Grill and Bar for Nonexclusive Use of Elmwood Parking Lot Pedestrian Paseo
- Garland, Public Works – SteelWave Donation for $40,000 cash donation for Addison Bike Blvd project and Vision Zero traffic safety improvements in West Berkeley
- Garland, Public Works - goBerkeley SmartSpace Pilot Program Evaluation & Next Steps, adopt resolution to maintain SmartSpace
- Garland, Public Works – Approve Proposed Projects Anticipate to be paid for by the State’s Road Maintenance and Rehabilitation Account Funds for FY 2023 – 2024
- Garland, Public Works – Extend the Community Workforce Agreement with Building & Construction Trades Council, et al., for Construction Projects over $500,000
- Disaster and Fire Safety Commission – Request that City Council Strongly Recommend that HUD-Owned Harriet Tubman Terrace Apartments Install Solar Battery Back-Up Battery Capability to meet the medical needs of their residents during loss of electrical power and consider same action for other HUD properties in Berkeley
- Peace and Justice Commission – Establishment of a Sister City Relationship with Las Vegas, Santa Barbara, Honduras
- Arreguin – Amend Contract 32000196 add $78,000 total $303,500 with Szabo & Associates for Communications Consulting Services and extend to 6/30/2024
- Bartlett, co-sponsors Arreguin, Harrison, Hahn – Berkeley Food Utility and Access Resilience Measure (FARM) – Refer to City Manager the task of protecting the City’s Food Supply from natural disasters and economic disruptions and the Office of Economic Development and adopt the goals of FARM
- Bartlett – Street Pavement Painting, relinquishment of Council Office Budget Funds
- Bartlett, co-sponsor Harrison – Reparations Now Community Art Mural Restoration and Preservation on Ellis next to Malcolm X Elementary School
- Wengraf, co-sponsor Hahn – Support for AB-660 Food Labeling (Assemblymember Irwin) Food Labeling quality dates, safety dates and sell by dates
- Garland, Public Works - Public Hearing on Zero Waste Five Year Rate Schedule (fee for refuse, compost and recycling collection based on size of garbage container)
- Warhuus, HHCS – Biennial Syringe Services Report
- Garland, Public Works – Approval and Levy of 2018 Clean Stormwater Fee in FY 2024
- Garland, Public Works – Levy and Collection of Street Lighting Assessments
- Friedrichsen, Budget Manager - FY 2024 Proposed Budget Update Adoption
- Friedrichsen, Budget Manager - FY 2024 Annual Appropriations Ordinance $718,982,025 (gross) and $610,760531 (net)
- Oyekanmi, Finance – Borrowing of Funds and the Sale and Issuance of FY 2023-2024 Tax and Revenue Anticipation Notes
- Bartlett, co-sponsors Arreguin, Harrison, Humbert – Adopt temporary exemption from the collection of taxes under BMC Chapter 9.04.136(D) Tax Rate for Non-Medical and Medical Cannabis Businesses
- Friedrichsen, Budget Manager - Voluntary Time Off Program for FY 2024
- Friedrichsen, Budget Manager – Status Report – Berkeley’s Financial Condition (FY 2012 – FY 2021): Pension Liabilities and Infrastructure Need Attention
- Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2023 Third Quarter Investment Report: ended 3/31/2023
- Louis, Police – Update on the Implementation of Fair and Impartial Policing Task Force Recommendations
- Zero Waste Commission – FY 2023 – 2024 Work Plan
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LAND USE CALENDAR PUBLIC HEARINGS:
- 2720 Hillegass Avenue - Willard Park (Construct Community Center) 7/24/2023
- 705 Euclid Avenue (new single family dwelling) 9/26/2023
- 3000 Shattuck Avenue (Construct 10-story mixed-use building) – 9/26/2023
- 1598 University Avenue (Construct 8-story mixed-use building) 10/3/2023
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
- May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report, Wildfire Prevention Plan (If you missed the Fire Facilities Presentation this is worth watching https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
- June 20 (WS) - Climate Action Plan & Resilience Update, Berkeley Economic Dashboards Update, Reports worth reading https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
- July 11- Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation (at 4 pm)
- July 18 (WS) - Ashby BART Transit Oriented Development (TOD), and City Policies for Managing Parking Around BART Stations
- July 24 zAB Appeal 2720 Hillegass – Willard Park Clubhouse
- September 26 ZAB Appeals 3000 Shattuck and 705 Euclid new single-family dwelling
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Unscheduled Presentations – Workshops and Special Meetings:
- Draft Waterfront Specific Plan (at 4 pm) – rescheduled from July 25 to Fall 2023
- Fire Department Standards of Coverage & Community Risk Assessment June 13 presentation cancelled, report is worth reading (to be rescheduled) (didn’t have quorum)
June 18 - June 25, 2023
Worth Noting:
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
SUNDAY – Juneteenth Festival 11 am – 7 pm
MONDAY – Berkeley City Juneteenth Holiday
TUESDAY
KPFA – To vote for the local Board of Directors later this summer, if you have not already contributed $25 the deadline is June 30. The local board in turn will select four Directors to serve on the National Board.
June 27, 2023 City Council Regular Meeting agenda is available for comment and follows list of meetings.
Directions with links to ZOOM support for activating Closed Captioning and Save Transcript are at the bottom of this calendar.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, June 18, 2023
Juneteenth Festival from 11 am – 7 pm
https://berkeleyjuneteenth.org/
Monday, June 19, 2023 – Juneteenth City Holiday
Tuesday, June 20, 2023
PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE at 10 am
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1604903901
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 490 3901
AGENDA: Review and Recommendations Requested on Surveillance Ordinance Item Related to Fixed Automated License Plate Readers (ALPRs)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-public-safety
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION POLICY SUBCOMMITTEE at 2 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1617483268
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252
Meeting ID: 161 748 3268
AGENDA: 6. Discussion items with possible action: a. FY 2023 Accomplishments, b. FY 2024 Workplan, c. Public Art in Private Development Ordinance Amendment
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
CITY COUNCIL Closed Session at 4 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1613505317
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 350 5317
AGENDA: 1. Pending Litigation a. Dressler v. CoB Alameda County Superior Court RG21094748, b. SEIU Local 1021 v. CoB California Public Employment Relations Board, Unfair Practice Charge No. SF-CE-1965-M, 2. Conference with Labor Negotiators Employee Organizations Berkeley Fire Fighters Association Local 1227 I.A.F.F., Berkeley Fire Fighters Association, Local 1227 I.A.F.F. / Berkeley Chief Fire Officers Association, Berkeley Police Association.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1616716467
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 671 6467
AGENDA: - 1. Berkeley Economic Dashboards, 2. Update Climate Action Plan & Resilience Update
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Wednesday, June 21, 2023
COMMISSION on AGING at 1:30 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: Presentation - Overview on Housing & Seniors, Discussion/Action: 1. a. Conference on Aging, b. Land Use & Economic Development Downsizing for Seniors, 2. Berkeley’s Age-Friendly Plan
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-aging
FACILITIES, INFRASTRUCTURE, TRANSPORTATION, ENVIRONMENT & SUSTAINABILITY (FITES) at 2 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1606960872
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 696 0872
AGENDA: 2. Harrison, co-sponsors Bartlett, Hahn – Adopt an Ordinance Adding a New Chapter BMC 12.01Establishing Emergency GHG Limits, Process for Updated Climate Action Plan, Monitoring, Evaluation, Reporting and Regional Collaboration, 3. Taplin – 51 Bus Rapid Transit, 4. Harrison – Adopt an Ordinance Adding Chapter BMC 12.39 to Regulate Deconstruction and Construction Materials Management
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-facilities-infrastructure-transportation-environment-sustainability
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Russell, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library
AGENDA: 7. Presentations, Discussion & Action Items a. FY 2024 Grant process and awards, b. IFY 2024 individual Artist Projects Grant Awards, c. FY 2024 Community Festival Grant Awards, d. FY 2024 General Operating Support Awards, e. Public Art in Private Development Ordinance Amendment, f. FY 2023 Public Art Accomplishments, g. FY 2024 Annual Workplan, h. FY 2024 Public Art Budget
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
ENVIRONMENT and CLIMATE COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. Update from Staff. A. DC Fast Chargers on Municipal Property, b. Native Street Trees, 7. Presentation BESO Development of Upgrade Requirements.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/environment-and-climate-commission
HUMAN WELFARE and COMMUNITY ACTION COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 2800 Park, Frances Albrier Community Center
AGENDA: 4. Review and approve the Community Action Plan Public Hearing and approval of the 2024-2025 Block Grant, 6. Election of Low-Income Representatives, 9. Review City funded agency Program and Financial reports a. J-Sei program and financial reports, 10. Hopkins Corridor, 12. Discussion and possible action on holding hybrid meetings
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/human-welfare-and-community-action-commission
PARKS, RECREATION, and WATERFRONT COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 2800 Park, Frances Albrier Community Center
AGENDA: 8. PRW Divisions Capital Budget, 9. Update on DBAW loan for D&E Dock Project, 10. Update on Marina Fund fiscal gap FY 2024, qq. Update on Aquatic Park Capital Projects, 12. Parking at the Berkeley Waterfront, 13. Waterfront Specific Plan subcommittee, 14. Update on Pier and Water Transportation Ferry Project, 16. Workplan
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/parks-recreation-and-waterfront-commission
POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD Regular Meeting at 6:30 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82653396072
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 826 5359 6072
AGENDA: 3. Public Comment on agenda and non-agenda items, 4. Closed Session (20 minutes) Conference with Labor Negotiators BPA, 10. Subcommittee reports on a. Policy and practices related to Downtown Task force and Bike Unit, b. Body-Worn Cameras, 11. a. Recognition of Maritza Martinez, b. Adoption NACOLE’s code of ethics, c. Procedures for continuous review of commendations, e. Presentation of Policy Complaint No. 2023-PR-0003, f. PAB Charter Rules and Policies, 12. Public Comment, 13. Closed Session Case No. 32.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
Thursday, June 22, 2023
BUDGET & FINANCE COMMITTEE at 9 am
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: 2180 Milvia, 1st Floor, Cypress Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1606807814
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 680 7814
AGENDA: 2. Presentation from City Attorney on the Department’s FY 2024 Proposed Budget and Funding Requests, 3. FY 2024 Proposed Budget, 4. Interim Housing Program at the Super * Motel (1619 University), Presentation on the Status of the Marina Fund, 6. Accept the Risk Analysis for Long-Term Debt (Bonding Capacity) Report provided by Government Finance Officers Association, Energy Commission – Recommendation on Climate, Building Electrification, and Sustainable Transportation Budget Priorities for FY 2023 – 2024
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-budget-finance
COMMUNITY HEALTH COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
In-Person: 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: Subcommittee Reports: Chronic Disease Prevention, Entheogenic Subcommittee, Health Facilities, Policy tracking, Discussion/Action Items: 1. Updates from Health Officer, 2. Community Health Assessment presentation, 4. Referral on Long Term Care Facility Oversight, 5. Light Pollution Control
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/community-health-commission
ZONING ADJUSTMENT BOARD at 7 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89616268195
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 or 1-669-444-9171
Meeting ID: 896 1696 8195
AGENDA: 2. 1192 Oxford - on consent – #ZP2023-0039 enclose and convert existing porch into a powder room and foyer, convert existing 2nd floor sunroom into a bathroom, remodel existing 2nd floor deck to add approximately 100 square feet and construct new outdoor stairs, height would be 25 ft, 10 inches
3. 1432 Blake – on consent - #ZP2022-0180 to construct exterior stairs and a 100 sq ft enclosed porch with maximum height of 17 ft 6 inches to existing dwelling unit on a lot that is non-conforming for lot density
4. 1524 Campus Drive – appeal – staff recommend dismiss the appeal #ZP2022-0122 – construct a 3rd story major residential addition over 20 ft maximum height, alterations in the nonconforming front setback, addition of a 5th bedroom, outside deck and a new pedestrian access bridge
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zoning-adjustments-board
EMERGENCY RELIEF FUNDING for ARTISTS and HOW to ACCESS IT from 4:30 – 5:30 pm
Online: Use Link to Register
AGENDA: Navigating local vs national resources, key differences and similarities, resources
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/emergency-relief-funding-artists-and-how-access-it
Friday, June 23, 2023 – no public meetings listed
Saturday, June 24, 2023 – no public meetings listed
Sunday, January 25, 2023 – no public meetings listed
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June 27, 2023 Agenda for CITY COUNCIL Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1608493904
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 160 849 3904
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
4.Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: Fund Debt Service on Neighborhood Branch Library Improvements Project General Obligation Bonds (Measure FF, November 2008) at 0.0050%
5.Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: FundService on 2015 Refnding General Obligation Bonds (Measures G, S & I) elections 1992, 1996 and 2002 at o.0115%
6.Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: Fund the Debt Service on the Infrastructure and Facilities General Obligation Bonds (Measure T1, November 2016) at 0.0140%
7.Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: Fund the Debt Service on the Street and Watershed Improvements General Obligation Bonds (Measure M, November 2012)
8.Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: Business License Tax on Large Non-Profits at $0.7909 per square foot of improvements
9.Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: Fund the Maintenance of Parks, City Trees and Landscaping at $0.2130
10.Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: Fund the Provision of Emergency Medical Services (Paramedic Tax) at $0.0451
11.Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: FundEmergency Services for the Severely Disabled (Measure E) at $0.02018)
12.Fair Campaign Practices Commission – Amendments to Berkeley Election Reform Act to modify the forms required to open a campaign committee, change the deadline to qualify for public financing, clarify rules
13.
LAND USE CALENDAR PUBLIC HEARINGS:
Worth Noting:
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
SUNDAY – Juneteenth Festival 11 am – 7 pm
MONDAY – Berkeley City Juneteenth Holiday
TUESDAY
- 10 am Public Safety Committee meets in hybrid format
- 2 pm Civic Arts Commission Policy Committee meets online
- 4 pm City Council meets in closed session in the hybrid format
- 6 pm City Council Special Meeting in hybrid format on Economic Dashboard and Climate Action Plan
- 1:30 Commission on Aging meets in person.
- 2 pm FITES meets in the hybrid format on GHG limits, the Climate Action Plan and 51 Bus Rapid Transit
- 6 pm Civic Arts Commission meets in person
- 6 pm Environment and Climate Commission meets in person
- 6:30 pm Human Welfare and Community Action Commission meets in person
- 6:30 pm Police Accountability Board meets in the hybrid format
- 7 pm Parks, Recreation and Waterfront Commission meets at 7 pm
- 9 am Budget & Finance Committee meets in the hybrid format and will finalize the 2024 budget recommendations for the June 27 full council vote.
- 4:30 Emergency Relief Funding for artists online webinar
- 6:30 pm Community Health Commission meets in person
- 7 pm ZAB meets in the hybrid format. All projects are alterations to existing dwellings
KPFA – To vote for the local Board of Directors later this summer, if you have not already contributed $25 the deadline is June 30. The local board in turn will select four Directors to serve on the National Board.
June 27, 2023 City Council Regular Meeting agenda is available for comment and follows list of meetings.
Directions with links to ZOOM support for activating Closed Captioning and Save Transcript are at the bottom of this calendar.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, June 18, 2023
Juneteenth Festival from 11 am – 7 pm
https://berkeleyjuneteenth.org/
Monday, June 19, 2023 – Juneteenth City Holiday
Tuesday, June 20, 2023
PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE at 10 am
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1604903901
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 490 3901
AGENDA: Review and Recommendations Requested on Surveillance Ordinance Item Related to Fixed Automated License Plate Readers (ALPRs)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-public-safety
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION POLICY SUBCOMMITTEE at 2 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1617483268
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252
Meeting ID: 161 748 3268
AGENDA: 6. Discussion items with possible action: a. FY 2023 Accomplishments, b. FY 2024 Workplan, c. Public Art in Private Development Ordinance Amendment
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
CITY COUNCIL Closed Session at 4 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1613505317
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 350 5317
AGENDA: 1. Pending Litigation a. Dressler v. CoB Alameda County Superior Court RG21094748, b. SEIU Local 1021 v. CoB California Public Employment Relations Board, Unfair Practice Charge No. SF-CE-1965-M, 2. Conference with Labor Negotiators Employee Organizations Berkeley Fire Fighters Association Local 1227 I.A.F.F., Berkeley Fire Fighters Association, Local 1227 I.A.F.F. / Berkeley Chief Fire Officers Association, Berkeley Police Association.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1616716467
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 671 6467
AGENDA: - 1. Berkeley Economic Dashboards, 2. Update Climate Action Plan & Resilience Update
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Wednesday, June 21, 2023
COMMISSION on AGING at 1:30 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: Presentation - Overview on Housing & Seniors, Discussion/Action: 1. a. Conference on Aging, b. Land Use & Economic Development Downsizing for Seniors, 2. Berkeley’s Age-Friendly Plan
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-aging
FACILITIES, INFRASTRUCTURE, TRANSPORTATION, ENVIRONMENT & SUSTAINABILITY (FITES) at 2 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1606960872
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 696 0872
AGENDA: 2. Harrison, co-sponsors Bartlett, Hahn – Adopt an Ordinance Adding a New Chapter BMC 12.01Establishing Emergency GHG Limits, Process for Updated Climate Action Plan, Monitoring, Evaluation, Reporting and Regional Collaboration, 3. Taplin – 51 Bus Rapid Transit, 4. Harrison – Adopt an Ordinance Adding Chapter BMC 12.39 to Regulate Deconstruction and Construction Materials Management
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-facilities-infrastructure-transportation-environment-sustainability
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Russell, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library
AGENDA: 7. Presentations, Discussion & Action Items a. FY 2024 Grant process and awards, b. IFY 2024 individual Artist Projects Grant Awards, c. FY 2024 Community Festival Grant Awards, d. FY 2024 General Operating Support Awards, e. Public Art in Private Development Ordinance Amendment, f. FY 2023 Public Art Accomplishments, g. FY 2024 Annual Workplan, h. FY 2024 Public Art Budget
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
ENVIRONMENT and CLIMATE COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. Update from Staff. A. DC Fast Chargers on Municipal Property, b. Native Street Trees, 7. Presentation BESO Development of Upgrade Requirements.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/environment-and-climate-commission
HUMAN WELFARE and COMMUNITY ACTION COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 2800 Park, Frances Albrier Community Center
AGENDA: 4. Review and approve the Community Action Plan Public Hearing and approval of the 2024-2025 Block Grant, 6. Election of Low-Income Representatives, 9. Review City funded agency Program and Financial reports a. J-Sei program and financial reports, 10. Hopkins Corridor, 12. Discussion and possible action on holding hybrid meetings
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/human-welfare-and-community-action-commission
PARKS, RECREATION, and WATERFRONT COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 2800 Park, Frances Albrier Community Center
AGENDA: 8. PRW Divisions Capital Budget, 9. Update on DBAW loan for D&E Dock Project, 10. Update on Marina Fund fiscal gap FY 2024, qq. Update on Aquatic Park Capital Projects, 12. Parking at the Berkeley Waterfront, 13. Waterfront Specific Plan subcommittee, 14. Update on Pier and Water Transportation Ferry Project, 16. Workplan
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/parks-recreation-and-waterfront-commission
POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD Regular Meeting at 6:30 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82653396072
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 826 5359 6072
AGENDA: 3. Public Comment on agenda and non-agenda items, 4. Closed Session (20 minutes) Conference with Labor Negotiators BPA, 10. Subcommittee reports on a. Policy and practices related to Downtown Task force and Bike Unit, b. Body-Worn Cameras, 11. a. Recognition of Maritza Martinez, b. Adoption NACOLE’s code of ethics, c. Procedures for continuous review of commendations, e. Presentation of Policy Complaint No. 2023-PR-0003, f. PAB Charter Rules and Policies, 12. Public Comment, 13. Closed Session Case No. 32.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
Thursday, June 22, 2023
BUDGET & FINANCE COMMITTEE at 9 am
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: 2180 Milvia, 1st Floor, Cypress Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1606807814
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 680 7814
AGENDA: 2. Presentation from City Attorney on the Department’s FY 2024 Proposed Budget and Funding Requests, 3. FY 2024 Proposed Budget, 4. Interim Housing Program at the Super * Motel (1619 University), Presentation on the Status of the Marina Fund, 6. Accept the Risk Analysis for Long-Term Debt (Bonding Capacity) Report provided by Government Finance Officers Association, Energy Commission – Recommendation on Climate, Building Electrification, and Sustainable Transportation Budget Priorities for FY 2023 – 2024
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-budget-finance
COMMUNITY HEALTH COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
In-Person: 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: Subcommittee Reports: Chronic Disease Prevention, Entheogenic Subcommittee, Health Facilities, Policy tracking, Discussion/Action Items: 1. Updates from Health Officer, 2. Community Health Assessment presentation, 4. Referral on Long Term Care Facility Oversight, 5. Light Pollution Control
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/community-health-commission
ZONING ADJUSTMENT BOARD at 7 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89616268195
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 or 1-669-444-9171
Meeting ID: 896 1696 8195
AGENDA: 2. 1192 Oxford - on consent – #ZP2023-0039 enclose and convert existing porch into a powder room and foyer, convert existing 2nd floor sunroom into a bathroom, remodel existing 2nd floor deck to add approximately 100 square feet and construct new outdoor stairs, height would be 25 ft, 10 inches
3. 1432 Blake – on consent - #ZP2022-0180 to construct exterior stairs and a 100 sq ft enclosed porch with maximum height of 17 ft 6 inches to existing dwelling unit on a lot that is non-conforming for lot density
4. 1524 Campus Drive – appeal – staff recommend dismiss the appeal #ZP2022-0122 – construct a 3rd story major residential addition over 20 ft maximum height, alterations in the nonconforming front setback, addition of a 5th bedroom, outside deck and a new pedestrian access bridge
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zoning-adjustments-board
EMERGENCY RELIEF FUNDING for ARTISTS and HOW to ACCESS IT from 4:30 – 5:30 pm
Online: Use Link to Register
AGENDA: Navigating local vs national resources, key differences and similarities, resources
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/emergency-relief-funding-artists-and-how-access-it
Friday, June 23, 2023 – no public meetings listed
Saturday, June 24, 2023 – no public meetings listed
Sunday, January 25, 2023 – no public meetings listed
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June 27, 2023 Agenda for CITY COUNCIL Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1608493904
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 160 849 3904
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
- 2nd reading - Klein, Planning and Development - Bird Safe Building Requirements; Adding Berkeley Municipal Code Section 23.304.150
- 2nd reading - Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: Fund the Debt Service on the Affordable Housing General Obligation Bonds (Measure O, Nov 2018 Election) at 0,0250%
4.Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: Fund Debt Service on Neighborhood Branch Library Improvements Project General Obligation Bonds (Measure FF, November 2008) at 0.0050%
5.Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: FundService on 2015 Refnding General Obligation Bonds (Measures G, S & I) elections 1992, 1996 and 2002 at o.0115%
6.Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: Fund the Debt Service on the Infrastructure and Facilities General Obligation Bonds (Measure T1, November 2016) at 0.0140%
7.Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: Fund the Debt Service on the Street and Watershed Improvements General Obligation Bonds (Measure M, November 2012)
8.Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: Business License Tax on Large Non-Profits at $0.7909 per square foot of improvements
9.Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: Fund the Maintenance of Parks, City Trees and Landscaping at $0.2130
10.Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: Fund the Provision of Emergency Medical Services (Paramedic Tax) at $0.0451
11.Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: FundEmergency Services for the Severely Disabled (Measure E) at $0.02018)
12.Fair Campaign Practices Commission – Amendments to Berkeley Election Reform Act to modify the forms required to open a campaign committee, change the deadline to qualify for public financing, clarify rules
13.
- Minutes for Approval
- Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations $400,000
- Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: Fund fire Protection and Emergency Response and Preparedness Measure GG
- Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Special Tax Rate: Fund Library Services
- Oyekanmi, Finance – Appropriations Limit for FY 2024 $342,803,053
- Oyekanmi, Finance – Revisions to the Debt Management and Disclosure Policy
- Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Reaffirming the Investment Policy and Designation of Investment Authority
- Sprague, Fire Dept – Contract $106,000 with ZOLL Medical Corporation for ECG Monitor/Defibrillator Support for emergency Response Vehicles from 7/1/2023-6/30/2025
- Sprague, Fire Dept – Contract $62,000 with Stryker Corp, Preventive Maintenance Service from 8/1/2023 – 8/1/2026
- Sprague, Fire Dept – Contract $1,600,000 with US Digital Designs for Fire Station Emergency Alerting System from 7/12/2023 – 6/2/2026
- Warhuus, HHCS – Amend Contract add $35,000 total $125,000 with Harold Dichoso COVID-19 Outreach and Education and extend to 6/30/2024
- Warhuus, HHCS – Fiscal Year 2023 Community Development Block Grant 1. Allocate $680,000 of FY 2023 Federal CDBG funds available to to Insight Housing to rehabilitate IH’s Dwight Way Center
- Fong, IT – Amend Contract - Total $1,939,538 with Dell Computer for Computer software and hardware using County Riverside Amendment No. 1 for 11/1/2019 – 10/31/2024
- Fong, IT – Amend Contract 10549B add $1,000,000 total $4,705,342.68 with Tyler Technologies Enterprise Resource Planning System for ongoing software licensing, maintenance services and disaster recovery services 4/1/2017 – 6/30/2025
- Ferris, Parks – Contract $263,000 includes $50,000 (23.5%) contingency with R.X. Lodge, Inc. for the West Side Aquatic Park Tree Planting and Irrigation Project
- Ferris, Parks – Grant Application: USDA Forest Service – Berkeley Urban Forestry Project up to $3,800,000 local in-kind match, up to $500,000 in local cash match
- Ferris, Parks – Donation $6,800 Two Memorial Benches at Cesar Chavez Park in memory of Richard & Gloria Crocker
- Louis, Police Dept – Contract $200,000 with Citygate for Police Dept Staffing and Workload Study $120,000 for 6/30/2023 – 6/30/2024 with option to extend for 2 additional years for total $200,000
- Garland, Public Works – Contracts (3) total $1,200,000 with Cunha Surveying, Inc. (Cunha) $400,000, Kister, Savio & Rei, Inc (KSR) $400,000, MNS Engineers, Inc (MNS) $400,000 for on-call survey services for capital improvement projects and the Engineering Division, for 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2026
- Garland, Public Works – Contracts (5) total $1,500,000 for On-Call Geotechnical and Engineering Testing Services, BSK Associates $400,000, Inspection Services, Inc. $400,000, Ninyo & Moore $400,000, Alan Kropp & Associates $150,000, Fisher Geotechnical $150,000.
- Garland, Public Works – Contract $12,973,925 includes 20% contingency with Bay Cities Paving & Grading, Inc for Southside Complete Streets Project
- Garland, Public Works – Contract $1,625,500 with Downtown Streets for Hand Sweeping, Graffiti and Litter Abatement, Poster Removal and Low Barrier Volunteer Work Experience Program for 8/1/2023 – 8/30/2027
- Garland, Public Works – Amend Contract add $835,969 total $2,285,969 with Trip Stop Sidewalk Repair, In for FY 2020 Sidewalk Inspection and Shaving Services
- Garland, Public Works – Ground Lease Agreement – RM Ventures LLC d.b.a. in the Wood Grill and Bar for Nonexclusive Use of Elmwood Parking Lot Pedestrian Paseo
- Garland, Public Works – SteelWave Donation for $40,000 cash donation for Addison Bike Blvd project and Vision Zero traffic safety improvements in West Berkeley
- Garland, Public Works - goBerkeley SmartSpace Pilot Program Evaluation & Next Steps, adopt resolution to maintain SmartSpace
- Garland, Public Works – Approve Proposed Projects Anticipate to be paid for by the State’s Road Maintenance and Rehabilitation Account Funds for FY 2023 – 2024
- Garland, Public Works – Extend the Community Workforce Agreement with Building & Construction Trades Council, et al., for Construction Projects over $500,000
- Disaster and Fire Safety Commission – Request that City Council Strongly Recommend that HUD-Owned Harriet Tubman Terrace Apartments Install Solar Battery Back-Up Battery Capability to meet the medical needs of their residents during loss of electrical power and consider same action for other HUD properties in Berkeley
- Peace and Justice Commission – Establishment of a Sister City Relationship with Las Vegas, Santa Barbara, Honduras
- Arreguin – Amend Contract 32000196 add $78,000 total $303,500 with Szabo & Associates for Communications Consulting Services and extend to 6/30/2024
- Bartlett, co-sponsors Arreguin, Harrison, Hahn – Berkeley Food Utility and Access Resilience Measure (FARM) – Refer to City Manager the task of protecting the City’s Food Supply from natural disasters and economic disruptions and the Office of Economic Development and adopt the goals of FARM
- Bartlett – Street Pavement Painting, relinquishment of Council Office Budget Funds
- Bartlett, co-sponsor Ha – Reparations Now Community Art Mural Restoration and Preservation on Ellis next to Malcolm X Elementary School
- Wengraf, co-sponsor Hahn – Support for AB-660 Food Labeling (Assemblymember Irwin) Food Labeling quality dates, safety dates and sell by dates
- Garland, Public Works - Public Hearing on Zero Waste Five Year Rate Schedule (fee for refuse, compost and recycling collection based on size of garbage container)
- Warhuus, HHCS – Biennial Syringe Services Report
- Garland, Public Works – Approval and Levy of 2018 Clean Stormwater Fee in FY 2024
- Garland, Public Works – Levy and Collection of Street Lighting Assessments
- Friedrichsen, Budget Manager - FY 2024 Proposed Budget Update Adoption
- Friedrichsen, Budget Manager - FY 2024 Annual Appropriations Ordinance $718,982,025 (gross) and $610,760531 (net)
- Oyekanmi, Finance – Borrowing of Funds and the Sale and Issuance of FY 2023-2024 Tax and Revenue Anticipation Notes
- Bartlett, co-sponsors Arreguin, Harrison, Humbert – Adopt temporary exemption from the collection of taxes under BMC Chapter 9.04.136(D) Tax Rate for Non-Medical and Medical Cannabis Businesses
- Friedrichsen, Budget Manager - Voluntary Time Off Program for FY 2024
- Friedrichsen, Budget Manager – Status Report – Berkeley’s Financial Condition (FY 2012 – FY 2021): Pension Libilities and Infrastructure Need Attention
- Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2023 Third Quarter Investment Report: ended 3/31/2023
- Louis, Police – Update on the Implementation of Fair and Impartial Policing Task Force Recommendations
- Zero Waste Commission – FY 2023 – 2024 Work Plan
LAND USE CALENDAR PUBLIC HEARINGS:
- 705 Euclid Avenue (new single family dwelling) 9/26/2023
- 2720 Hillegass Avenue - Willard Park (Construct Community Center) 7/24/2023
- 3000 Shattuck Avenue (Construct 10-story mixed-use building) – 9/26/2023
- 1598 University Avenue (Construct 8-story miexed-use building) 10/3/2023
- May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report, Wildfire Prevention Plan (If you missed the Fire Facilities Presentation this is worth watching https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
- June 13 - Fire Department Standards of Coverage & Community Risk Assessment cancelled, report is worth reading
- June 20 (WS) - Climate Action Plan & Resilience Update, Berkeley Economic Dashboards Update,
- July 11- Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation (at 4 pm)
- July 18 (WS) - Ashby BART Transit Oriented Development (TOD), and City Policies for Managing Parking Around BART Stations
- Draft Waterfront Specific Plan July 25 cancelled – rescheduled to fall
June 11 - June 18, 2023
BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS and CIVIC EVENTS for JUNE 11 – June 18, 2023
Worth Noting
MONDAY
SATURDAY – 4 pm Music in the Park, (R&B.Soul)
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
Directions with links to Zoom Support for activating Closed Captioning and Save Transcript are at the bottom of this calendar.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS and CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, June 11, 2023 – No public meeting listed.
Monday, June 12, 2023
HEALTH, LIFE ENRICHMENT, EQUITY & COMMUNITY COMMITTEE at 10 am
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, Redwood Room, or
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1612692263
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 1612692263
Agenda: 2. Responsible Psychedelic Drug Policy Reform.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-health-life-enrichment-equity-community
AGENDA & RULES COMMITTEE at 2:30 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, Redwood Room, or
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1619554457
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 1619554457
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 6/27/2023 draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda below at the end of the list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Workssessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review: 8. COVID, Unscheduled Items: 9. Modifications or Improvements to City Council Meeting Procedures
(referred by Council at the March 14, 2023 meeting), 10. Strengthening and Supporting City Commissions: Guidance on the Development of Legislative Proposals, 11. Discussion and Recommendations on the Continued Use of the Berkeley Considers Online Engagement Portal
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
AFRICAN AMERICAN HOLISTIC RESOURCE CENTER Community Meeting
from 3 pm – 5 pm
In-Person: at 1890 Alcatraz
AGENDA: Gather in person to discuss the future African American Holistic Resource Center
https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/documents/AAHRC%20Community%20Meetings-FINAL.pdf
For more information: https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/our-work/capital-projects/african-american-holistic-resource-center
MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES ACT COMMUNITY INPUT MEETING FROM 6 – 7:30 PM
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: Community input on proposed MHSA FY 2023 – FY 2026, 3-year plan and on new ideas and strategies to address mental health needs in Berkeley
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/mental-health-services-act-community-input-meeting-person-0
Tuesday, June 13, 2023
CITY COUNCIL Special Session Meeting at 4 pm
A Hybrid Meeting with
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St., School District Board Room
Videoconference at: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1613410530
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 341 0530
AGENDA: Public Comments will be heard before the Special Session begins.
1. Sprague, Fire Department – Fire Department Final Report and Recommendations from Standards of Coverage and Community Risk assessment Study, Report is 160 pages with 17 findings and 10 recommendations, including ambulance staffing and response, dispatch, traffic calming while not significantly worsening emergency response times or evacuation, staffing, overtime, distribution of fire stations,
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting with
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St., School District Board Room,
Videoconference at: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1613410530
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 341 0530
AGENDA: - Use the City weblink below (then choose Html at the City website) or see the agenda at end of this calendar. --See:
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Wednesday, June 14, 2023
PARKS, RECREATION, WATERFRONT COMMISSION meeting changed to June 21
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/parks-recreation-and-waterfront-commission
Thursday, June 15, 2023
ARTS ORGANIZATIONS PREPAREDNESS 101 – Civic Arts Workshop at 1:30 pm
Online
REGISTER: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/webinar/register/WN_Z6Reem4gQW-eNdcuIM4Y5g
AGENDA: Identifies hazards that are most likely to impact your organizations operations and programming. Participants will begin to craft a business continuity plan
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/arts-organizations-preparedness-101-civic-arts-workshop
FAIR CAMPAIGN PRACTICES COMMISSION and OPEN GOVERNMENT COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
In-Person Only: at 1901 Hearst St., North Berkeley Senior Center.
AGENDA: Reports from Chair, and Staff and from subcommittees, on political donor contribution limits; 9. Public participation in City council meetings, 10. OGC Work Plan, and 11. on Public Records Act compliance.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/fair-campaign-practices-commission
Berkeley/Albany MENTAL HEALTH COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person Only: at 1901 Hearst St., North Berkeley Senior Center, Conf. Rm. A
AGENDA: 3. MHSA Three Year Plan Public Hearing, 5. Mangers Report, 6.a Youth Subcommittee, 7. Community Health Records, 8. State legislative update
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/mental-health-commission
DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE at 7 pm
In-Person Only: at 1901 Hearst St., North Berkeley Senior Center, Gooseberry Room
AGENDA: 1. - 2427 San Pablo Ave – Preliminary Design Review – demolish 2 existing multifamily buildings and construct a new 5-story, missed use multifamily residential building with 8 replacement apartment units and Group Living Accommodation (GLA) with 77 private rooms (5 VLI units) and a request for a density bonus in the C-W zoning district
2. - 2480 Bancroft Way - Preliminary Design Review – demolish 1-story retail building and construct an 8-story (95 ft) missed-use building with 2,066 sq ft of commercial area and 28 dwelling units including 2 very low income units
Presentation of Southside Zoning Modification Project / DRC Recommendations – continued from May 18 meeting
DRC Meeting Length preliminary discussion with recommendations for staff follow-up
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/design-review-committee
Friday, June 16, 2023
Movies in the Park: From the Rough from 8:40 – 10 pm
Location: 1301 Shattuck, Live Oak Park
Bring blankets, sleeping bags or low back beach chairs, alcohol free event
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/movies-park-rough
Saturday, June 17, 2023
Music in the Park (R&B/Soul) Dee Dee Simon at 4 pm
Location: Strawberry Creek Park
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/music-park-rbsoul-dee-dee-simon
Sunday, June 18, 2023 – No public meeting listed.
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AGENDA & RULES COMMITTEE at 2:30 pm
DRAFT Agenda for City Council Regular meeting on June 27, 2023 at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, Redwood Room, or
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1619554457
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 1619554457
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
AGENDA on CONSENT:
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JUNE 13, 2023, AGENDA for CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting with
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St., School District Board Room,
Videoconference at: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1613410530
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 341 0530
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
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LAND USE CALENDAR PUBLIC HEARINGS:
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
Unscheduled Presentations – Workshops and Special Meetings: - None
BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS and CIVIC EVENTS for JUNE 11 – June 18, 2023
Worth Noting
MONDAY
- 10 am, Health, Life Enrichment, Equity & Community Committee discuss Responsible Psychedelic Drug Policy;
- 2:30 pm Agenda & Rules Committee on the June-27 Draft Agenda for City Council.
- 3 pm African American Holistic Resource Center Community Meeting
- 6 pm Mental Health Services Act Community Input Meeting
- 4 pm City Council Special Session on Fire Department Community Risk Assessment Report
- 6 pm City Council Regular Meeting includes Budget, Surveillance Ordinance, T1
- 12:30 pm Arts Organizations Preparedness 101
- 6:30 pm, Fair Campaign Practices Commission and Open Government Commission meet concurrently, with several reports, donor contribution policy, public participation in City Council meetings and public records act
- 7 pm Mental Health Commission
- 7 pm Design Review Committee
SATURDAY – 4 pm Music in the Park, (R&B.Soul)
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
Directions with links to Zoom Support for activating Closed Captioning and Save Transcript are at the bottom of this calendar.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS and CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, June 11, 2023 – No public meeting listed.
Monday, June 12, 2023
HEALTH, LIFE ENRICHMENT, EQUITY & COMMUNITY COMMITTEE at 10 am
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, Redwood Room, or
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1612692263
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 1612692263
Agenda: 2. Responsible Psychedelic Drug Policy Reform.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-health-life-enrichment-equity-community
AGENDA & RULES COMMITTEE at 2:30 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, Redwood Room, or
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1619554457
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 1619554457
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 6/27/2023 draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda below at the end of the list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Workssessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review: 8. COVID, Unscheduled Items: 9. Modifications or Improvements to City Council Meeting Procedures
(referred by Council at the March 14, 2023 meeting), 10. Strengthening and Supporting City Commissions: Guidance on the Development of Legislative Proposals, 11. Discussion and Recommendations on the Continued Use of the Berkeley Considers Online Engagement Portal
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
AFRICAN AMERICAN HOLISTIC RESOURCE CENTER Community Meeting
from 3 pm – 5 pm
In-Person: at 1890 Alcatraz
AGENDA: Gather in person to discuss the future African American Holistic Resource Center
https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/documents/AAHRC%20Community%20Meetings-FINAL.pdf
For more information: https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/our-work/capital-projects/african-american-holistic-resource-center
MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES ACT COMMUNITY INPUT MEETING FROM 6 – 7:30 PM
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: Community input on proposed MHSA FY 2023 – FY 2026, 3-year plan and on new ideas and strategies to address mental health needs in Berkeley
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/mental-health-services-act-community-input-meeting-person-0
Tuesday, June 13, 2023
CITY COUNCIL Special Session Meeting at 4 pm
A Hybrid Meeting with
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St., School District Board Room
Videoconference at: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1613410530
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 341 0530
AGENDA: Public Comments will be heard before the Special Session begins.
1. Sprague, Fire Department – Fire Department Final Report and Recommendations from Standards of Coverage and Community Risk assessment Study, Report is 160 pages with 17 findings and 10 recommendations, including ambulance staffing and response, dispatch, traffic calming while not significantly worsening emergency response times or evacuation, staffing, overtime, distribution of fire stations,
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting with
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St., School District Board Room,
Videoconference at: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1613410530
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 341 0530
AGENDA: - Use the City weblink below (then choose Html at the City website) or see the agenda at end of this calendar. --See:
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Wednesday, June 14, 2023
PARKS, RECREATION, WATERFRONT COMMISSION meeting changed to June 21
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/parks-recreation-and-waterfront-commission
Thursday, June 15, 2023
ARTS ORGANIZATIONS PREPAREDNESS 101 – Civic Arts Workshop at 1:30 pm
Online
REGISTER: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/webinar/register/WN_Z6Reem4gQW-eNdcuIM4Y5g
AGENDA: Identifies hazards that are most likely to impact your organizations operations and programming. Participants will begin to craft a business continuity plan
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/arts-organizations-preparedness-101-civic-arts-workshop
FAIR CAMPAIGN PRACTICES COMMISSION and OPEN GOVERNMENT COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
In-Person Only: at 1901 Hearst St., North Berkeley Senior Center.
AGENDA: Reports from Chair, and Staff and from subcommittees, on political donor contribution limits; 9. Public participation in City council meetings, 10. OGC Work Plan, and 11. on Public Records Act compliance.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/fair-campaign-practices-commission
Berkeley/Albany MENTAL HEALTH COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person Only: at 1901 Hearst St., North Berkeley Senior Center, Conf. Rm. A
AGENDA: 3. MHSA Three Year Plan Public Hearing, 5. Mangers Report, 6.a Youth Subcommittee, 7. Community Health Records, 8. State legislative update
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/mental-health-commission
DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE at 7 pm
In-Person Only: at 1901 Hearst St., North Berkeley Senior Center, Gooseberry Room
AGENDA: 1. - 2427 San Pablo Ave – Preliminary Design Review – demolish 2 existing multifamily buildings and construct a new 5-story, missed use multifamily residential building with 8 replacement apartment units and Group Living Accommodation (GLA) with 77 private rooms (5 VLI units) and a request for a density bonus in the C-W zoning district
2. - 2480 Bancroft Way - Preliminary Design Review – demolish 1-story retail building and construct an 8-story (95 ft) missed-use building with 2,066 sq ft of commercial area and 28 dwelling units including 2 very low income units
Presentation of Southside Zoning Modification Project / DRC Recommendations – continued from May 18 meeting
DRC Meeting Length preliminary discussion with recommendations for staff follow-up
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/design-review-committee
Friday, June 16, 2023
Movies in the Park: From the Rough from 8:40 – 10 pm
Location: 1301 Shattuck, Live Oak Park
Bring blankets, sleeping bags or low back beach chairs, alcohol free event
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/movies-park-rough
Saturday, June 17, 2023
Music in the Park (R&B/Soul) Dee Dee Simon at 4 pm
Location: Strawberry Creek Park
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/music-park-rbsoul-dee-dee-simon
Sunday, June 18, 2023 – No public meeting listed.
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AGENDA & RULES COMMITTEE at 2:30 pm
DRAFT Agenda for City Council Regular meeting on June 27, 2023 at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, Redwood Room, or
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1619554457
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 1619554457
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
AGENDA on CONSENT:
- Klein, Planning and Development - Bird Safe Building Requirements; Adding Berkeley Municipal Code Section 23.304.150
- Numainville, City Clerk – Minutes
- Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations $400,000
- Oyekanmi, Finance – Tax Rate: Fund fire Protection and Emergency Response and Preparedness Measure GG
- Oyekanmi, Finance – Special Tax Rate: Fund Library Services
- Oyekanmi, Finance – Appropriations Limit for FY 2024 $342,803,053
- Oyekanmi, Finance – Revisions to the Debt Management and Disclosure Policy
- Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Reaffirming the Investment Policy and Designation of Investment Authority
- Sprague, Fire Dept – Contract $106,000 with ZOLL Medical Corporation for ECG Monitor/Defibrillator Support for emergency Response Vehicles from 7/1/2023-6/30/2025
- Sprague, Fire Dept – Contract $62,000 with Stryker Corp, Preventive Maintenance Service from 8/1/2023 – 8/1/2026
- Sprague, Fire Dept – Contract $1,600,000 with US Digital Designs for Fire Station Emergency Alerting System from 7/12/2023 – 6/2/2026
- Warhuus, HHCS – Amend Contract add $35,000 total $125,000 with Harold Dichoso COVID-19 Outreach and Education and extend to 6/30/2024
- Warhuus, HHCS – Fiscal Year 2023 Community Development Block Grant 1. Allocate $680,000 of FY 2023 Federal CDBG funds available to to Insight Housing to rehabilitate IH’s Dwight Way Center
- Fong, IT – Amend Contract - Total $1,939,538 with Dell Computer for Computer software and hardware using County Riverside Amendment No. 1 for 11/1/2019 – 10/31/2024
- Fong, IT – Amend Contract 10549B add $1,000,000 total $4,705,342.68 with Tyler Technologies Enterprise Resource Planning System for ongoing software licensing, maintenance services and disaster recovery services 4/1/2017 – 6/30/2025
- Ferris, Parks – Contract $263,000 includes $50,000 (23.5%) contingency with R.X. Lodge, Inc. for the West Side Aquatic Park Tree Planting and Irrigation Project
- Ferris, Parks – Grant Application: USDA Forest Service – Berkeley Urban Forestry Project up to $3,000,000 local in-kind match, up to $500,000 in local cash match
- Ferris, Parks – Donation $6,800 Two Memorial Benches at Cesar Chavez Park in memory of Richard & Gloria Crocker
- Louis, Police Dept – Contract $200,000 with Citygate for Police Dept Staffing and Workload Study $120,000 for 6/30/2023 – 6/30/2024 with option to extend for 2 additional years for total $200,000
- Garland, Public Works – Contracts (3) total $1,200,000 with Cunha Surveying, Inc. (Cunha) $400,000, Kister, Savio & Rei, Inc (KSR) $400,000, MNS Engineers, Inc (MNS) $400,000 for on-call survey services for capital improvement projects and the Engineering Division, for 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2026
- Garland, Public Works – Contracts (5) total $1,500,000 for On-Call Geotechnical and Engineering Testing Services \, BSK Associates $400,000, Inspection Services, Inc. $400,000, Ninyo & Moore $400,000, Alan Kropp & Associates $150,000, Fisher Geotechnical $150,000.
- Garland, Public Works – Contract $12,973,925 includes 20% contingency with Bay Cities Paving & Grading, Inc for Southside Complete Streets Project
- Garland, Public Works – Contract $1,625,500 with Downtown Streets for Hand Sweeping, Graffiti and Litter Abatement, Poster Removal and Low Barrier Volunteer Work Experience Program for 8/1/2023 – 8/30/2027
- Garland, Public Works – Amend Contract add $835,969 total $2,285,969 with Trip Stop Sidewalk Repair, In for FY 2020 Sidewalk Inspection and Shaving Services
- Garland, Public Works – Adoption of Civic Center Phase II, declaring Council’s intention to support the preferred design concept plan
- Garland, Public Works – Ground Lease Agreement – RM Ventures LLC d.b.a. in the Wood Grill and Bar for Nonexclusive Use of Elmwood Parking Lot Pedestrian Paseo
- Garland, Public Works – SteelWave Donation for $40,000 cash donation for Addison Bike Blvd project and Vision Zero traffic safety improvements in West Berkeley
- Garland, Public Works - goBerkeley SmartSpace Pilot Program Evaluation & Next Steps, adopt resolution to maintain SmartSpace
- Garland, Public Works – Approve Proposed Projects Anticipate to be paid for by the State’s Road Maintenance and Rehabilitation Account Funds for FY 2023 – 2024
- Garland, Public Works – Extend the Community Workforce Agreement with Building & Construction Trades Council, et al., for Construction Projects over $500,000
- Peace and Justice Commission – Establishment of a Sister City Relationship with Las Vegas, Santa Barbara, Honduras
- Bartlett, co-sponsors Arreguin, Harrison, Hahn – Berkeley Food Utility and Access Resilience Measure (FARM) – Refer to City Manager the task of protecting the City’s Food Supply from natural disasters and economic disruptions and the Office of Economic Development and adopt the goals of FARM
- Bartlett – Street Pavement Painting, relinquishment of Council Office Budget Funds
- Wengraf – Support for AB-660 Food Labeling (Assemblymember Irwin) Food Labeling quality dates, safety dates and sell by dates
- Garland, Public Works - Public Hearing on Zero Waste Five Year Rate Schedule (fee for refuse, compost and recycling collection based on size of garbage container)
- Warhuus, HHCS – Biennial Syringe Services Report
- Garland, Public Works – Approval and Levy of 2018 Clean Stormwater Fee in FY 2024
- Garland, Public Works – Levy and Collection of Street Lighting Assessments
- Bartlett, co-sponsors Arreguin, Harrison, Humbert – Adopt temporary exemption from the collection of taxes under BMC Chapter 9.04.136(D) Tax Rate for Non-Medical and Medical Cannabis Businessess
- Friedrichsen, Budget Manager - FY 2024 Proposed Budget Update Adoption
- Friedrichsen, Budget Manager - FY 2024 Annual Appropriations Ordinance $718,982,025 (gross) and $610,760531 (net)
- Oyekanmi, Finance – Borrowing of Funds and the Sale and Issuance of FY 2023-2024 Tax and Revenue Anticipation Notes
- Disaster and Fire Safety Commission – Request that City Council Strongly Recommend that HUD-Owned Harriet Tubman Terrace Apartments Install Solar Battery Back-Up Battery Capability to meet the medical needs of their residents during loss of electrical power and consider same action for other HUD properties in Berkeley
- Arreguin – Amend Contract 32000196 add $78,000 total $303,500 with Szabo & Associates for Communications Consulting Services and extend to 6/30/2024
- Bartlett – Reparations Now Community Art Mural Restoration and Preservation on Ellis next to Malcolm X Elementary School
- Harrison – Adopt Ordinance Adding Chapter 12.39 to the Berkeley Municipal Code to Regulate Deconstruction and Construction Materials Management
- Friedrichsen, Budget Manager - Voluntary Time Off Program for FY 2024
- Friedrichsen, Budget Manager – Status Report – Berkeley’s Financial Condition (FY 2012 – FY 2021): Pension Libilities and Infrastructure Need Attention
- Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2023 Third Quarter Investment Report: ended 3/31/2023
- Louis, Police – Update on the Implementation of Fair and Impartial Policing Task Force Recommendations
- Zero Waste Commission – FY 2023 – 2024 Work Plan
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JUNE 13, 2023, AGENDA for CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting with
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St., School District Board Room,
Videoconference at: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1613410530
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 341 0530
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
- Re-vote to Adopt the Final Ordinance to Amend the Miscellaneous CalPers Contract to Effectuate PEPRA Cost Sharing Agreements
- Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations $650,000, IT $450,000, Zero Waste $200,000
- Oyekanmi, Finance – Temporary Appropriations FY 2024 sum $50,000,000 to cover payroll and other expenses from July 1, 2023 until the effective date of the FY 2024 Annual Appropriations Ordinance
- Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: Fund the Debt Service on the Affordable Housing General Obligation Bonds (Measure O, November 2018 Election) at 0,0250%
- Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: Fund Firefighting, Emergency Medical Response and Wildfire Prevention (Measure FF) at annual tax rate of $0.1176 (11.76 cents)
- Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: Fund Debt Service on Neighborhood Branch Library Improvements Project General Obligation Bonds (Measure FF, November 2008) at 0.0050%
- Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: FundService on 2015 Refnding General Obligation Bonds (Measures G, S & I) elections 1992, 1996 and 2002 at o.0115%
- Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: Fund the Debt Service on the Infrastructure and Facilities General Obligation Bonds (Measure T1, November 2016) at 0.0140%
- Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: Fund the Debt Service on the Street and Watershed Improvements General Obligation Bonds (Measure M, November 2012)
- Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: Business License Tax on Large Non-Profits at $0.7909 per square foot of improvements
- Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: Fund the Maintenance of Parks, City Trees and Landscaping at $0.2130
- Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: Fund the Provision of Emergency Medical Services (Paramedic Tax) at $0.0451
- Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: FundEmergency Services for the Severely Disabled (Measure E) at $0.02018)
- Warhuus, HHCS – Contract $350,000 6/26/2023 – 6/30/2023 with BUSD for a Mental Health and Wellness Coordinator at BHS
- Warhuus, HHCS – Amend Contract # 32200084 add $65,000 total $271,025 with Capoeira Arts Foundation, Inc, COVID-19, Outreach & Education and extend to 6/30/2024
- Warhuus, HHCS – Amend Contract #32200135 add $65,000 total $186,000 with Multi-cultural Institute, COVID-19 Outreach & Education and extend to 6/30/2024
- Warhuus, HHCS – 1. Reserve $14,531,301 in Housing Trust Fund for a development loan for Community Housing Development Corporation’s Ephesian Legacy Court (1708 Harmon), 2. Reserve $1,000,000 in Housing Trust Fund for predevelopment loan for Northern California Land Trust’s Woolsey Gardens (3120-3130 Shattuck)
- Warhuus, HHCS – Funding Recommendation Reserve up to $4,500,000 in General Funds Measure P for the Russell Street Project at 1741-1747 Russell
- Ferris, Parks – Contract $120,000 with Chemical Procurement Services, LLC for King and West Campus Swim Centers 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2025
- Louis, BPD – Amend Contract #32100065 add $60,000 total $260,000 with BMI Imaging Systems, Incorporated for Data Conversion Services for Berkeley Police Department and extend to 8/31/2026
- Garland, Public Works – Declaration of Intent – Fiscal Year 2024 Street Lighting assessments
- Fair Campaign Practices Commission – Amendments to Berkeley Election Reform Act to modify the forms required to open a campaign committee, change the deadline to qualify for public financing, clarify rules
- Friedrichsen, Budget Manager – FY 2024 Proposed Budget Update Public Hearing #2
- Surveillance Ordinance Items related to Fixed Surveillance Cameras and Unmanned Aerial Systems (drones)
- Ferris, Parks, Garland, Public Works – Provide Direction on Closing Funding Gaps to Complete Remaining Measure T1 Projects.
- Amendments to the COVID-19 Emergency Response Ordinance.
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LAND USE CALENDAR PUBLIC HEARINGS:
- 705 Euclid Avenue (new single family dwelling) 9/26/2023
- 2720 Hillegass Avenue - Willard Park (Construct Community Center) 7/24/2023
- 3000 Shattuck Avenue (Construct 10-story mixed-use building) – 9/26/2023
- 1598 University Avenue (Construct 8-story miexed-use building) 10/3/2023
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
- May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report, Wildfire Prevention Plan (If you missed the Fire Facilities Presentation this is worth watching https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
- June 13 - Fire Department Standards of Coverage & Community Risk Assessment (at 4 pm)
- June 20 (WS) - Climate Action Plan & Resilience Update, Berkeley Economic Dashboards Update,
- July 11- Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation (at 4 pm)
- July 18 (WS) - Ashby BART Transit Oriented Development (TOD), and City Policies for Managing Parking Around BART Stations
- July 25 - Draft Waterfront Specific Plan (at 4 pm)
Unscheduled Presentations – Workshops and Special Meetings: - None
June 4 - June 11, 2023
BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS and CIVIC EVENTS for JUNE 4 - 10, 2023
Worth Noting:
The vote by City Council on the Bird Safe Ordinance is Tuesday, June 6 at the 6 pm regular City Council meeting. Register your opinion in Berkeley Considers and send an email by Monday. The Toolkit by Erin Diehm contains information and links. For more information. https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ZkY-L8ugJoy-sU3WfkPnlh2Mx8UcE6MIM7VRDYlY2nA/edit?usp=sharing
MONDAY
· At 1pm, Civic Arts Commission Grants Subcommittee meets via Zoom.
· At 3 pm City Council meets in closed session. Comment can be made via Zoom
At 4:30 pm, Sugar-Sweetened Beverage Product Panel meets in-person.
· At 7pm, the Peace & Justice Commission meets in-person.
At 7 pm the Personnel Board meets in person
TUESDAY
· At 6 pm, City Council's Regular Meeting meets in the hybrid format and will include the Bird Safe Ordinance--item #18 on the agenda, the first agenda item on the Action Calendar The Bird Safe Ordinance is a vital solution to this most important environmental bird hazard.
o Bird-glass collisions and deaths in Berkeley are anywhere between 100,000 to 500,000 per year. Birds are in decline worldwide and nearly 1/3 of birds have vanished since 1970. Glass, transparent and reflective materials in cities are the #2 cause of bird deaths up to 1 billion in the U.S. alone. Aggressive action is needed starting with passing the Bird Safe Ordinance to use bird friendly glass/materials in new construction.
· At 7 pm Mental Health Security Act will hold an in-person Community Input Meeting.
WENDESDAY
· At 2pm the Facilities, Infrastructure, Transportation, Environment & Sustainability Committee (FITES) holds a Special Meeting in the hybrid format.
· At 3pm, the (Second) Mental Health Security Act Community Input Meeting starts on Zoom.
· At 5:30 pm the Planning Commission meets in-person.
· At 6 pm the Commission on Disability meets in-person.
· At 6:30 pm the Police Accountability Board will meet in-person.
· At 7 pm the Homeless Services Panel of Experts meets in-person.
THURSDAY
· At 10am the Budget & Finance Committee meets in the hybrid format.
· At 7 pm the Zoning Adjustment Board (ZAB) meets in the hybrid format.
SATURDAY morning at 10am the Berkeley Neighborhoods Council meets online via Zoom.
The June 13 City Council Regular Meeting Agenda is available for comment, see agenda at the bottom of this calendar or go to https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas/city-council-2023-06-13
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
Directions with links to Zoom Support for activating Closed Captioning and Save Transcript are at the bottom of this calendar.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, June 04, 2023 – No public meetings listed.
Monday, June 05, 2023
CITY COUNCIL Closed Session Meeting at 3 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1605794532
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 579 4532
AGENDA:--Public Comments will be heard before the closed session begins.
1. Conference with legal counsel on pending litigation pursuant to Gov.'t Code Sections 54956.9(a) and 54956.9(d)(1) -- a. Dresslar v. City of Berkeley, Alameda County Superior Court Case No. RG21094748, and --b. Service Employees International Union Local 1021 v. City of Berkeley
2. California Public Employment Relations Board, Unfair Practice Charge No. SF-CE-1965-M
At the end of the meeting Open Session 3. Public Reports of actions taken pursuant to Government Code section 54957.1.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas/city-council-2023-06-05
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION Grants Subcommittee at 1pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1619977869
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252
Meeting ID: 161 997869
AGENDA: 4. Chair's Report; 5. Discussion Items with possible action:
a) Funding scenarios for FY24 Individual Artist Projects grants (Attachment 1)
b) Funding scenarios for FY24 Community Festivals grants (Attachment 2)
c) Funding scenarios for FY24/25 General Operating Support grants (Attachment 3)
d) Schedule future meeting for work plan discussion.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
SUGAR-SWEETENED BEVERAGE PRODUCT Panel of Experts Commission, at 4:30 pm
In-Person Only: at West Berkeley Family Wellness Center 1900 Sixth St.
AGENDA: 1. Subcommittee Reports: 2. Action 1: Approve SSBBPPE Commission Recommendations for Funding, FY 24 and FY 25; 3. Action 2: Add/Remove Subcommittees/ Members (Commissioner Hecht); 4. Action 3: For the good of the order (Commissioner Hecht)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/sugar-sweetened-beverage-product-panel-experts
PEACE and JUSTICE COMMISSION Meeting, at 7pm
In-Person Only: at South Berkeley Senior Center, 2939 Ellis St.
AGENDA: 7. Secretary’s Report (on status of passed items in previous meetings)
8. Discussion on proposed Surveillance Policy (a public camera system)
9. Discussion on Full Funding for the African American Holistic Resource Center
10. Discussion on Opposing Tokyo Electric Power Company and the Government of Japan’s
Planned Discharge of Wastewater from Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant into the
Pacific Ocean.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/peace-and-justice-commission
PERSONNEL BOARD, at 7 pm
In-Person Only: at 1301 Shattuck Avenue Live Oak Community Center, Fireside Room
AGENDA: Recommendations: V. to Amend Assistant to the City Attorney Job Class Specification;
VI. to Amend Junior Public Works Engineer and Assistant Public Works
Engineer Job Class Specifications; VII.-to Amend Drafting Technician and Senior Drafting Technician Job Class Specifications; VIII.-to Amend Solid Waste Worker Job Class Specification; IX.-to Amend Public Safety Dispatcher I and Public Safety Dispatcher II Job
Class Specifications
X. to Establish Deputy Police Chief Job Class Specification and Salary Range.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/personnel-board
Tuesday, June 06, 2023
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St., School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1605182859
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 1605182859
AGENDA: Use City weblink below (then choose Html at the City website) or go to agenda at end of this calendar.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas/city-council-2023-06-06
City Council will vote on the Bird Safe Ordinance (item #18) and your public comments are important on this environmental issue. Use the toolkit for more information and to make comments.
Here is the Bird Safe tool kit by Erin Diehm, at: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ZkY-L8ugJoy-sU3WfkPnlh2Mx8UcE6MIM7VRDYlY2nA/edit?usp=sharing
MENTAL HEATLTH SECURITY ACT- Community Input Meeting, at 6 pm
In-Person Only: at 1901 Hearst St., North Berkeley Senior Center, Aspen Room.
First of two community meetings on information and for input on the proposed MHSA FY23/24-25/26 Three Year Plan, and new ideas and strategies to address public mental health needs. (A Zoom meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, June7.)
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/mental-health-services-act-community-input-meeting-person
Wednesday, June 07, 2023
FACILITIES, INFRASTRUCTURE, TRANSPORTATION, ENVIRONMENT & SUSTAINABILITY COMMITTEE (FITES) Special Meeting, at 2 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1615164582
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 1615164582
AGENDA: 2. Discussion/Action on new proposed regular meeting time: first and third
Wednesday of the month, at 2 pm. 3. Report: Underfunded Mandate: Resources, Strategic Plan, and Communication Needed to Continue Progress towards the Year 2020 Zero Waste Goal, 4.Report: Unified Vision of Zero Waste Activities to Align Service Levels with Billing and Ensure Customer Equity Action: 5. Adopt an Ordinance Adding a New Chapter 12.01 to the Berkeley Municipal
Code Establishing Emergency Greenhouse Gas Limits, Process for Updated Climate Action
Plan, Monitoring, Evaluation, Reporting and Regional Collaboration, Unscheduled: 6. #51 Bus Transit - on proposal for dedicated lanes & more public changes on University Ave.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-facilities-infrastructure-transportation-environment-sustainability
MENTAL HEATLTH SECURITY ACT- Community Input (Zoom) Meeting, at 3 pm
Videoconference:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/8446733966?pwd=OGp3Tm5LQTc5TGdhb2tYWllKcDVhdz09 Teleconference: 1 (669) 900-6833
Meeting ID: 844-673-3966 Password: 081337
A second community meeting (via Zoom) on information and for input on the proposed MHSA FY23/24-25/26 Three Year Plan, and new ideas and strategies to address public mental health needs.
https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/documents/MHSA%20Three%20Year%20Plan%20Community%20Meetings%20Flier%5B26151%5D.pdf
PLANNING COMMISSION at 5:30 pm
In-Person Only: at 1901 Hearst St., North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. Chairperson's Report, 10. Work Plan for 2023-24; 11. State Law Edits- to review revised/proposed zoning amendments on special housing, child care, and parking.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/planning-commission
COMMISSION on DISABILITY at 6 pm
In-Person Only: at 1326 Allston Way, the Corporation Yard, Willow Room, Bldg. A
AGENDA: 7-b. About chat function when Commissioners meet via Zoom.
Discussion/Action: 2. Voting on Chair & Vice Chair; 3.Work Plan (see packet); 4.Complying with ADA and Brown Acts; 5.Briefing & overview of the design concept for Civic Center Park, the Veterans Memorial Building, and the Maudelle Shirek (old City Hall) Building (see packet).
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-disability
POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD at 6:30 pm
In-Person Only: at 1901 Hearst St., North Berkeley Senior Center.
AGENDA: 5. Office of the Director of Police Accountability (ODPA) Staff Reports on CACOLE 2023 Conference; on NACOLE Code of Ethics; on ODPA Budget Requests, and on PAB Resolution; 8. SubCommittee Reports on Body Cameras Policy, & on Conflict of Interest subcommittee.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
HOMELESS SERVICE PANEL of EXPERTS at 7 pm
In-Person Only: at 1901 Hearst St., North Berkeley Senior Center, Juniper Room
AGENDA: 11. Discussion of possibly discontinuing or limiting land acknowledgment.
13. HSPE’s expectations of staff role in commission funding recommendations, and in distributing information to commissioners on the full funding network of Berkeley homeless services and housing programs related to homelessness under all streams of funding.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/homeless-services-panel-experts
Thursday, June 08, 2023
BUDGET & FINANCE COMMITTEE at 10 am
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1616990302
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 1616990302
AGENDA: 2. For additional allocation of Measure P Funding ($114,660/yr for 10yrs) to Homless “Step Up Housing” Project; 3. Presentation on Proposed FY-2024 Budget from City Auditor, City Attorney, & Police Accountability Board;
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-budget-finance
ZONING ADJUSTMENT BOARD (ZAB) at 7 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St., School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82808734231
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 or 1-669-444-9171 (US)
Meeting ID: 828 08734231
AGENDA: 2. - 2147 San Pablo Ave - #Z P2022-0113 – continue to August 10, 2023
3. 2610 Russell St - #Z P2022-0183 – on consent – construct a 113 sq ft addition to 2-story single-family dwelling over 14 ft in average height (22 ft) on a lot that exceed the lot coverage limit
4. 1608 Beverly Place - #Z P2022-0167 – on consent - construct 2-story, 291 sq ft residential addition to a single family dwelling on a lot that is over lot coverage
5. 947 Euclid Ave - #Z P2022-0134 – staff recommend dismiss appeal and approve – construct 420 sq ft 2-car garage (enclosed accessory structure), approximately 17 ft in ave ht, with a car lift within the front half of lot.
6. 3030 Telegraph Ave - #Z P2022-0170 – staff recommend approve – demolish 1-story medical office building and 2 duplexes containing 4 units (2334-2336 Webster) and construct a 5-story (63 ft) mixed use building with 144 units including 7 very low income units and 1 low income unit, utilizing a State Density Bonus.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zoning-adjustments-board
Friday, June 09, 2023 - A Reduced City Services Day
No public city meetings listed.
Saturday, June 10, 2023
BERKELEY NEIGHBORHOODS COUNCIL, at 10 am
Videoconference at:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/4223188307?pwd=dFlNMVlVZ2d6b0FnSHh3ZlFwV2NMdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171
Meeting ID: 422 318 8307
Passcode: 521161
AGENDA: check later in the week
https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/
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June 6, 2023 Agenda for CITY COUNCIL Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1605182859
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 518 2859
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations $1,061,394 West Berkeley Services Center
2.Warhuus, HHCS – Shelter Plus Care Program Renewal Grants 1. a. HUD $3,949,021 for supportive Housing for 6/1/2023 - 5/31/2024, b. COACH Project $2,327,914 for 1/1/2023 – 12/31/2023, 2. Federal grant via Alameda County $881,045 for chronically homeless and disabled 3/1/2023 – 2/28/2024
3.Warhuus, HHCS – RFP for MLK, Junior (MLK) House for new owner, 2. Consider the reallocation of $1,178,974 in 2021 Housing Trust FundRehabilitation Funding initially awarded to RCD to the new owner/operator of MLK House as part of the transfer of property to help support rehabilitation of the existing housing
4.Grant Application: Surrendered and Abandoned Vessel Exchange (SAVE) $60,000 and $6,000 match
5.Ferris, Parks – Amend Contracts for as-needed Tree Services add $250,000 to each Tay Area Tree Specialists (31900292), Hamilton Tree Service (31900193), Professional Tree Care (31900212), West Coast Arborists (31900218)
6.Ferris, Parks - Donation from the Bessemer Trust for Tree Planting $7,105
7.Klein, Planning - Contract $1,500,000 with Rebuilding Together East Bay North for Just Transition Pilot Program over 2-year period
8.Klein, Planning - Amend Contract 32000020 add $61,000 total $2,061,000 with Rincon Consultants, Inc. for On-Call Planning and Environmental Services for 2023 – 2031
9.Wong, Auditor, co-sponsors Arreguin, Kesarwani – Endorse the City Auditor’s plan to implement a Whistlerblower Program
10.Arreguin – Referral to City Manager and City Attorney: Tenant Habitability Plan and Amendments to Relocation Ordinance
11.Arreguin, co-sponsors Harrison, Hahn, Robinson – Amendments to the COVID-19 Emergency Response Ordinance to adjust the timeline to provide documentation proving that non-payment of rent was for a Covered Reason for Delayed Payment if an Unlawful Detainer is served
12.Kesarwani, co-sponsors Humbert, Taplin, Wengraf – Additional Street Maintenance Funding to Improve Pavement Condition increase total street paving by $4,700,000 total $20,000,000
13.Bartlett – Bench Donation: Relinquishment of Council Office Budget Funds (Bartlett $3,500) for creating a community bench in memory of the efforts from community members made in 2020 on the Black Life Matters Movement
14.Bartlett, co-sponsors Hahn – Berkeley Juneteenth Festival: Relinquishment of Council Office Budget Funds (Bartlett $1000)
15.Harrison, co-sponsors Hahn, – Budget Referral $7,000 to Purchase Marking Equipment to Engrave Identification Numbers onto Catalytic Converters
16.Harrison – Budget Referral $15,000 in Budget Process in Measure P funds for City recreational vehicle pump-out station, including minimal staffing costs, liability, maintenance, and replacement costs to allow individuals to discharge effluent waste directly into the City’s sewer system
17.Wengraf, co-sponsors– Support SB-233 (Skinner) EV vehicles and EV supply equipment: bidirectional capability
AGENDA on ACTION:
18.Klein, Planning – Bird Safe Building Requirements; Adding Municipal Code Section 23.304.150
19.Louis BPD - 2022 Equipment Ordinance & Community Safety Annual Report
INFORMATION REPORTS:
20.Police Overtime Audit Report Wins National Recognition
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JUNE-13, 2023, CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting - at 6 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room, or
Videoconference at: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1613410530
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 341 0530
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.Re-vote to Adopt the Final Ordinance to Amend the Miscellaneous CalPers Contract to Effectuate PEPRA Cost Sharing Agreements
2.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations $650,000, IT $450,000, Zero Waste $200,000
3.Oyekanmi, Finance – Temporary Appropriations FY 2024 sum $50,000,000 to cover payroll and other expenses from July 1, 2023 until the effective date of the FY 2024 Annual Appropriations Ordinance
4.Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: Fund the Debt Service on the Affordable Housing General Obligation Bonds (Measure O, November 2018 Election) at 0,0250%
5.Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: FundFirefighting, Emergency Medical Response and Wildfire Prevention (Measure FF) at annual tax rate of $0.1176 (11.76 cents)
6.Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: Fund Debt Service on Neighborhood Branch Library Improvements Project General Obligation Bonds (Measure FF, November 2008) at 0.0050%
7.Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: FundService on 2015 Refnding General Obligation Bonds (Measures G, S & I) elections 1992, 1996 and 2002 at o.0115%
8.Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: Fund the Debt Service on the Infrastructure and Facilities General Obligation Bonds (Measure T1, November 2016) at 0.0140%
9.Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: Fund the Debt Service on the Street and Watershed Improvements General Obligation Bonds (Measure M, November 2012)
10.Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: Business License Tax on Large Non-Profits at $0.7909 per square foot of improvements
11.Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: Fund the Maintenance of Parks, City Trees and Landscaping at $0.2130
12.Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: Fund the Provision of Emergency Medical Services (Paramedic Tax) at $0.0451
13.Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: FundEmergency Services for the Severely Disabled (Measure E) at $0.02018)
14.Warhuus, HHCS – Contract $350,000 6/26/2023 – 6/30/2023 with BUSD for a Mental Health and Wellness Coordinator at BHS
15.Warhuus, HHCS – Amend Contract # 32200084 add $65,000 total $271,025 with Capoeira Arts Foundation, Inc, COVID-19, Outreach & Education and extend to 6/30/2024
16.Warhuus, HHCS – Amend Contract #32200135 add $65,000 total $186,000 with Multi-cultural Institute, COVID-19 Outreach & Education and extend to 6/30/2024
17.Warhuus, HHCS – 1. Reserve $14,531,301 in Housing Trust Fund for a development loan for Community Housing Development Corporation’s Ephesian Legacy Court (1708 Harmon), 2. Reserve $1,000,000 in Housing Trust Fund for predevelopment loan for Northern California Land Trust’s Woolsey Gardens (3120-3130 Shattuck)
18.Warhuus, HHCS – Funding Recommendation Reserve up to $4,500,000 in General Funds Measure P for the Russell Street Project at 1741-1747 Russell
19.Ferris, Parks – Contract $120,000 with Chemical Procurement Services, LLC for King and West Campus Swim Centers 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2025
20.Louis, BPD – Amend Contract #32100065 add $60,000 total $260,000 with BMI Imaging Systems, Incorporated for Data Conversion Services for Berkeley Police Department and extend to 8/31/2026
21.Garland, Public Works – Declaration of Intent – Fiscal Year 2024 Street Lighting assessments
AGENDA on ACTION
22.Fair Campaign Practices Commission – Amendments to Berkeley Election Reform Act to modify the forms required to open a campaign committee, change the deadline to qualify for public financing, clarify rules
23.Friedrichsen, Budget Manager – FY 2024 Proposed Budget Update Public Hearing #2
24.Surveillance Ordinance Items related to Fixed Surveillance Cameras and Unmanned Aerial Systems (drones)
25.Ferris, Parks, Garland, Public Works – Provide Direction on Closing Funding Gaps to Complete Remaining Measure T1 Projects.
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LAND USE CALENDAR:
Public Hearings
· 705 Euclid (single family home) - TBD
· 2720 Hillegass (construct community center) - TBD
Notice of Decision and Date Appeal Period Ends
none.
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report, Wildfire Prevention Plan
(If you missed the Fire Facilities Presentation this is worth watching) https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
June 13 - Fire Department Standards of Coverage & Community Risk Assessment (at 4 pm)
June 20 (WS) - Climate Action Plan & Resilience Update,
Berkeley Economic Dashboards Update,
July 11- Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation (at 4 pm)
July 18 (WS) - Ashby BART Transit Oriented Development (TOD), and City Policies for Managing Parking Around BART Stations
July 25 - Draft Waterfront Specific Plan (at 4 pm)
Unscheduled Presentations – Workshops and Special Meetings: - None
BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS and CIVIC EVENTS for JUNE 4 - 10, 2023
Worth Noting:
The vote by City Council on the Bird Safe Ordinance is Tuesday, June 6 at the 6 pm regular City Council meeting. Register your opinion in Berkeley Considers and send an email by Monday. The Toolkit by Erin Diehm contains information and links. For more information. https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ZkY-L8ugJoy-sU3WfkPnlh2Mx8UcE6MIM7VRDYlY2nA/edit?usp=sharing
MONDAY
· At 1pm, Civic Arts Commission Grants Subcommittee meets via Zoom.
· At 3 pm City Council meets in closed session. Comment can be made via Zoom
At 4:30 pm, Sugar-Sweetened Beverage Product Panel meets in-person.
· At 7pm, the Peace & Justice Commission meets in-person.
At 7 pm the Personnel Board meets in person
TUESDAY
· At 6 pm, City Council's Regular Meeting meets in the hybrid format and will include the Bird Safe Ordinance--item #18 on the agenda, the first agenda item on the Action Calendar The Bird Safe Ordinance is a vital solution to this most important environmental bird hazard.
o Bird-glass collisions and deaths in Berkeley are anywhere between 100,000 to 500,000 per year. Birds are in decline worldwide and nearly 1/3 of birds have vanished since 1970. Glass, transparent and reflective materials in cities are the #2 cause of bird deaths up to 1 billion in the U.S. alone. Aggressive action is needed starting with passing the Bird Safe Ordinance to use bird friendly glass/materials in new construction.
· At 7 pm Mental Health Security Act will hold an in-person Community Input Meeting.
WENDESDAY
· At 2pm the Facilities, Infrastructure, Transportation, Environment & Sustainability Committee (FITES) holds a Special Meeting in the hybrid format.
· At 3pm, the (Second) Mental Health Security Act Community Input Meeting starts on Zoom.
· At 5:30 pm the Planning Commission meets in-person.
· At 6 pm the Commission on Disability meets in-person.
· At 6:30 pm the Police Accountability Board will meet in-person.
· At 7 pm the Homeless Services Panel of Experts meets in-person.
THURSDAY
· At 10am the Budget & Finance Committee meets in the hybrid format.
· At 7 pm the Zoning Adjustment Board (ZAB) meets in the hybrid format.
SATURDAY morning at 10am the Berkeley Neighborhoods Council meets online via Zoom.
The June 13 City Council Regular Meeting Agenda is available for comment, see agenda at the bottom of this calendar or go to https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas/city-council-2023-06-13
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
Directions with links to Zoom Support for activating Closed Captioning and Save Transcript are at the bottom of this calendar.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, June 04, 2023 – No public meetings listed.
Monday, June 05, 2023
CITY COUNCIL Closed Session Meeting at 3 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1605794532
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 579 4532
AGENDA:--Public Comments will be heard before the closed session begins.
1. Conference with legal counsel on pending litigation pursuant to Gov.'t Code Sections 54956.9(a) and 54956.9(d)(1) -- a. Dresslar v. City of Berkeley, Alameda County Superior Court Case No. RG21094748, and --b. Service Employees International Union Local 1021 v. City of Berkeley
2. California Public Employment Relations Board, Unfair Practice Charge No. SF-CE-1965-M
At the end of the meeting Open Session 3. Public Reports of actions taken pursuant to Government Code section 54957.1.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas/city-council-2023-06-05
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION Grants Subcommittee at 1pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1619977869
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252
Meeting ID: 161 997869
AGENDA: 4. Chair's Report; 5. Discussion Items with possible action:
a) Funding scenarios for FY24 Individual Artist Projects grants (Attachment 1)
b) Funding scenarios for FY24 Community Festivals grants (Attachment 2)
c) Funding scenarios for FY24/25 General Operating Support grants (Attachment 3)
d) Schedule future meeting for work plan discussion.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
SUGAR-SWEETENED BEVERAGE PRODUCT Panel of Experts Commission, at 4:30 pm
In-Person Only: at West Berkeley Family Wellness Center 1900 Sixth St.
AGENDA: 1. Subcommittee Reports: 2. Action 1: Approve SSBBPPE Commission Recommendations for Funding, FY 24 and FY 25; 3. Action 2: Add/Remove Subcommittees/ Members (Commissioner Hecht); 4. Action 3: For the good of the order (Commissioner Hecht)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/sugar-sweetened-beverage-product-panel-experts
PEACE and JUSTICE COMMISSION Meeting, at 7pm
In-Person Only: at South Berkeley Senior Center, 2939 Ellis St.
AGENDA: 7. Secretary’s Report (on status of passed items in previous meetings)
8. Discussion on proposed Surveillance Policy (a public camera system)
9. Discussion on Full Funding for the African American Holistic Resource Center
10. Discussion on Opposing Tokyo Electric Power Company and the Government of Japan’s
Planned Discharge of Wastewater from Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant into the
Pacific Ocean.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/peace-and-justice-commission
PERSONNEL BOARD, at 7 pm
In-Person Only: at 1301 Shattuck Avenue Live Oak Community Center, Fireside Room
AGENDA: Recommendations: V. to Amend Assistant to the City Attorney Job Class Specification;
VI. to Amend Junior Public Works Engineer and Assistant Public Works
Engineer Job Class Specifications; VII.-to Amend Drafting Technician and Senior Drafting Technician Job Class Specifications; VIII.-to Amend Solid Waste Worker Job Class Specification; IX.-to Amend Public Safety Dispatcher I and Public Safety Dispatcher II Job
Class Specifications
X. to Establish Deputy Police Chief Job Class Specification and Salary Range.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/personnel-board
Tuesday, June 06, 2023
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St., School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1605182859
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 1605182859
AGENDA: Use City weblink below (then choose Html at the City website) or go to agenda at end of this calendar.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas/city-council-2023-06-06
City Council will vote on the Bird Safe Ordinance (item #18) and your public comments are important on this environmental issue. Use the toolkit for more information and to make comments.
Here is the Bird Safe tool kit by Erin Diehm, at: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ZkY-L8ugJoy-sU3WfkPnlh2Mx8UcE6MIM7VRDYlY2nA/edit?usp=sharing
MENTAL HEATLTH SECURITY ACT- Community Input Meeting, at 6 pm
In-Person Only: at 1901 Hearst St., North Berkeley Senior Center, Aspen Room.
First of two community meetings on information and for input on the proposed MHSA FY23/24-25/26 Three Year Plan, and new ideas and strategies to address public mental health needs. (A Zoom meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, June7.)
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/mental-health-services-act-community-input-meeting-person
Wednesday, June 07, 2023
FACILITIES, INFRASTRUCTURE, TRANSPORTATION, ENVIRONMENT & SUSTAINABILITY COMMITTEE (FITES) Special Meeting, at 2 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1615164582
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 1615164582
AGENDA: 2. Discussion/Action on new proposed regular meeting time: first and third
Wednesday of the month, at 2 pm. 3. Report: Underfunded Mandate: Resources, Strategic Plan, and Communication Needed to Continue Progress towards the Year 2020 Zero Waste Goal, 4.Report: Unified Vision of Zero Waste Activities to Align Service Levels with Billing and Ensure Customer Equity Action: 5. Adopt an Ordinance Adding a New Chapter 12.01 to the Berkeley Municipal
Code Establishing Emergency Greenhouse Gas Limits, Process for Updated Climate Action
Plan, Monitoring, Evaluation, Reporting and Regional Collaboration, Unscheduled: 6. #51 Bus Transit - on proposal for dedicated lanes & more public changes on University Ave.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-facilities-infrastructure-transportation-environment-sustainability
MENTAL HEATLTH SECURITY ACT- Community Input (Zoom) Meeting, at 3 pm
Videoconference:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/8446733966?pwd=OGp3Tm5LQTc5TGdhb2tYWllKcDVhdz09 Teleconference: 1 (669) 900-6833
Meeting ID: 844-673-3966 Password: 081337
A second community meeting (via Zoom) on information and for input on the proposed MHSA FY23/24-25/26 Three Year Plan, and new ideas and strategies to address public mental health needs.
https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/documents/MHSA%20Three%20Year%20Plan%20Community%20Meetings%20Flier%5B26151%5D.pdf
PLANNING COMMISSION at 5:30 pm
In-Person Only: at 1901 Hearst St., North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. Chairperson's Report, 10. Work Plan for 2023-24; 11. State Law Edits- to review revised/proposed zoning amendments on special housing, child care, and parking.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/planning-commission
COMMISSION on DISABILITY at 6 pm
In-Person Only: at 1326 Allston Way, the Corporation Yard, Willow Room, Bldg. A
AGENDA: 7-b. About chat function when Commissioners meet via Zoom.
Discussion/Action: 2. Voting on Chair & Vice Chair; 3.Work Plan (see packet); 4.Complying with ADA and Brown Acts; 5.Briefing & overview of the design concept for Civic Center Park, the Veterans Memorial Building, and the Maudelle Shirek (old City Hall) Building (see packet).
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-disability
POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD at 6:30 pm
In-Person Only: at 1901 Hearst St., North Berkeley Senior Center.
AGENDA: 5. Office of the Director of Police Accountability (ODPA) Staff Reports on CACOLE 2023 Conference; on NACOLE Code of Ethics; on ODPA Budget Requests, and on PAB Resolution; 8. SubCommittee Reports on Body Cameras Policy, & on Conflict of Interest subcommittee.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
HOMELESS SERVICE PANEL of EXPERTS at 7 pm
In-Person Only: at 1901 Hearst St., North Berkeley Senior Center, Juniper Room
AGENDA: 11. Discussion of possibly discontinuing or limiting land acknowledgment.
13. HSPE’s expectations of staff role in commission funding recommendations, and in distributing information to commissioners on the full funding network of Berkeley homeless services and housing programs related to homelessness under all streams of funding.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/homeless-services-panel-experts
Thursday, June 08, 2023
BUDGET & FINANCE COMMITTEE at 10 am
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1616990302
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 1616990302
AGENDA: 2. For additional allocation of Measure P Funding ($114,660/yr for 10yrs) to Homless “Step Up Housing” Project; 3. Presentation on Proposed FY-2024 Budget from City Auditor, City Attorney, & Police Accountability Board;
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-budget-finance
ZONING ADJUSTMENT BOARD (ZAB) at 7 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St., School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82808734231
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 or 1-669-444-9171 (US)
Meeting ID: 828 08734231
AGENDA: 2. - 2147 San Pablo Ave - #Z P2022-0113 – continue to August 10, 2023
3. 2610 Russell St - #Z P2022-0183 – on consent – construct a 113 sq ft addition to 2-story single-family dwelling over 14 ft in average height (22 ft) on a lot that exceed the lot coverage limit
4. 1608 Beverly Place - #Z P2022-0167 – on consent - construct 2-story, 291 sq ft residential addition to a single family dwelling on a lot that is over lot coverage
5. 947 Euclid Ave - #Z P2022-0134 – staff recommend dismiss appeal and approve – construct 420 sq ft 2-car garage (enclosed accessory structure), approximately 17 ft in ave ht, with a car lift within the front half of lot.
6. 3030 Telegraph Ave - #Z P2022-0170 – staff recommend approve – demolish 1-story medical office building and 2 duplexes containing 4 units (2334-2336 Webster) and construct a 5-story (63 ft) mixed use building with 144 units including 7 very low income units and 1 low income unit, utilizing a State Density Bonus.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zoning-adjustments-board
Friday, June 09, 2023 - A Reduced City Services Day
No public city meetings listed.
Saturday, June 10, 2023
BERKELEY NEIGHBORHOODS COUNCIL, at 10 am
Videoconference at:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/4223188307?pwd=dFlNMVlVZ2d6b0FnSHh3ZlFwV2NMdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171
Meeting ID: 422 318 8307
Passcode: 521161
AGENDA: check later in the week
https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/
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June 6, 2023 Agenda for CITY COUNCIL Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1605182859
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 518 2859
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations $1,061,394 West Berkeley Services Center
2.Warhuus, HHCS – Shelter Plus Care Program Renewal Grants 1. a. HUD $3,949,021 for supportive Housing for 6/1/2023 - 5/31/2024, b. COACH Project $2,327,914 for 1/1/2023 – 12/31/2023, 2. Federal grant via Alameda County $881,045 for chronically homeless and disabled 3/1/2023 – 2/28/2024
3.Warhuus, HHCS – RFP for MLK, Junior (MLK) House for new owner, 2. Consider the reallocation of $1,178,974 in 2021 Housing Trust FundRehabilitation Funding initially awarded to RCD to the new owner/operator of MLK House as part of the transfer of property to help support rehabilitation of the existing housing
4.Grant Application: Surrendered and Abandoned Vessel Exchange (SAVE) $60,000 and $6,000 match
5.Ferris, Parks – Amend Contracts for as-needed Tree Services add $250,000 to each Tay Area Tree Specialists (31900292), Hamilton Tree Service (31900193), Professional Tree Care (31900212), West Coast Arborists (31900218)
6.Ferris, Parks - Donation from the Bessemer Trust for Tree Planting $7,105
7.Klein, Planning - Contract $1,500,000 with Rebuilding Together East Bay North for Just Transition Pilot Program over 2-year period
8.Klein, Planning - Amend Contract 32000020 add $61,000 total $2,061,000 with Rincon Consultants, Inc. for On-Call Planning and Environmental Services for 2023 – 2031
9.Wong, Auditor, co-sponsors Arreguin, Kesarwani – Endorse the City Auditor’s plan to implement a Whistlerblower Program
10.Arreguin – Referral to City Manager and City Attorney: Tenant Habitability Plan and Amendments to Relocation Ordinance
11.Arreguin, co-sponsors Harrison, Hahn, Robinson – Amendments to the COVID-19 Emergency Response Ordinance to adjust the timeline to provide documentation proving that non-payment of rent was for a Covered Reason for Delayed Payment if an Unlawful Detainer is served
12.Kesarwani, co-sponsors Humbert, Taplin, Wengraf – Additional Street Maintenance Funding to Improve Pavement Condition increase total street paving by $4,700,000 total $20,000,000
13.Bartlett – Bench Donation: Relinquishment of Council Office Budget Funds (Bartlett $3,500) for creating a community bench in memory of the efforts from community members made in 2020 on the Black Life Matters Movement
14.Bartlett, co-sponsors Hahn – Berkeley Juneteenth Festival: Relinquishment of Council Office Budget Funds (Bartlett $1000)
15.Harrison, co-sponsors Hahn, – Budget Referral $7,000 to Purchase Marking Equipment to Engrave Identification Numbers onto Catalytic Converters
16.Harrison – Budget Referral $15,000 in Budget Process in Measure P funds for City recreational vehicle pump-out station, including minimal staffing costs, liability, maintenance, and replacement costs to allow individuals to discharge effluent waste directly into the City’s sewer system
17.Wengraf, co-sponsors– Support SB-233 (Skinner) EV vehicles and EV supply equipment: bidirectional capability
AGENDA on ACTION:
18.Klein, Planning – Bird Safe Building Requirements; Adding Municipal Code Section 23.304.150
19.Louis BPD - 2022 Equipment Ordinance & Community Safety Annual Report
INFORMATION REPORTS:
20.Police Overtime Audit Report Wins National Recognition
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JUNE-13, 2023, CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting - at 6 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room, or
Videoconference at: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1613410530
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 341 0530
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.Re-vote to Adopt the Final Ordinance to Amend the Miscellaneous CalPers Contract to Effectuate PEPRA Cost Sharing Agreements
2.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations $650,000, IT $450,000, Zero Waste $200,000
3.Oyekanmi, Finance – Temporary Appropriations FY 2024 sum $50,000,000 to cover payroll and other expenses from July 1, 2023 until the effective date of the FY 2024 Annual Appropriations Ordinance
4.Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: Fund the Debt Service on the Affordable Housing General Obligation Bonds (Measure O, November 2018 Election) at 0,0250%
5.Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: FundFirefighting, Emergency Medical Response and Wildfire Prevention (Measure FF) at annual tax rate of $0.1176 (11.76 cents)
6.Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: Fund Debt Service on Neighborhood Branch Library Improvements Project General Obligation Bonds (Measure FF, November 2008) at 0.0050%
7.Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: FundService on 2015 Refnding General Obligation Bonds (Measures G, S & I) elections 1992, 1996 and 2002 at o.0115%
8.Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: Fund the Debt Service on the Infrastructure and Facilities General Obligation Bonds (Measure T1, November 2016) at 0.0140%
9.Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: Fund the Debt Service on the Street and Watershed Improvements General Obligation Bonds (Measure M, November 2012)
10.Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: Business License Tax on Large Non-Profits at $0.7909 per square foot of improvements
11.Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: Fund the Maintenance of Parks, City Trees and Landscaping at $0.2130
12.Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: Fund the Provision of Emergency Medical Services (Paramedic Tax) at $0.0451
13.Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: FundEmergency Services for the Severely Disabled (Measure E) at $0.02018)
14.Warhuus, HHCS – Contract $350,000 6/26/2023 – 6/30/2023 with BUSD for a Mental Health and Wellness Coordinator at BHS
15.Warhuus, HHCS – Amend Contract # 32200084 add $65,000 total $271,025 with Capoeira Arts Foundation, Inc, COVID-19, Outreach & Education and extend to 6/30/2024
16.Warhuus, HHCS – Amend Contract #32200135 add $65,000 total $186,000 with Multi-cultural Institute, COVID-19 Outreach & Education and extend to 6/30/2024
17.Warhuus, HHCS – 1. Reserve $14,531,301 in Housing Trust Fund for a development loan for Community Housing Development Corporation’s Ephesian Legacy Court (1708 Harmon), 2. Reserve $1,000,000 in Housing Trust Fund for predevelopment loan for Northern California Land Trust’s Woolsey Gardens (3120-3130 Shattuck)
18.Warhuus, HHCS – Funding Recommendation Reserve up to $4,500,000 in General Funds Measure P for the Russell Street Project at 1741-1747 Russell
19.Ferris, Parks – Contract $120,000 with Chemical Procurement Services, LLC for King and West Campus Swim Centers 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2025
20.Louis, BPD – Amend Contract #32100065 add $60,000 total $260,000 with BMI Imaging Systems, Incorporated for Data Conversion Services for Berkeley Police Department and extend to 8/31/2026
21.Garland, Public Works – Declaration of Intent – Fiscal Year 2024 Street Lighting assessments
AGENDA on ACTION
22.Fair Campaign Practices Commission – Amendments to Berkeley Election Reform Act to modify the forms required to open a campaign committee, change the deadline to qualify for public financing, clarify rules
23.Friedrichsen, Budget Manager – FY 2024 Proposed Budget Update Public Hearing #2
24.Surveillance Ordinance Items related to Fixed Surveillance Cameras and Unmanned Aerial Systems (drones)
25.Ferris, Parks, Garland, Public Works – Provide Direction on Closing Funding Gaps to Complete Remaining Measure T1 Projects.
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LAND USE CALENDAR:
Public Hearings
· 705 Euclid (single family home) - TBD
· 2720 Hillegass (construct community center) - TBD
Notice of Decision and Date Appeal Period Ends
none.
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report, Wildfire Prevention Plan
(If you missed the Fire Facilities Presentation this is worth watching) https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
June 13 - Fire Department Standards of Coverage & Community Risk Assessment (at 4 pm)
June 20 (WS) - Climate Action Plan & Resilience Update,
Berkeley Economic Dashboards Update,
July 11- Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation (at 4 pm)
July 18 (WS) - Ashby BART Transit Oriented Development (TOD), and City Policies for Managing Parking Around BART Stations
July 25 - Draft Waterfront Specific Plan (at 4 pm)
Unscheduled Presentations – Workshops and Special Meetings: - None
May 28 - June 4, 2023
Worth Noting:
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
City Council will vote on the Bird Safe Ordinance on June 6 at the 6 pm Regular city Council meeting.
Bird Safe tool kit by Erin Diehm https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ZkY-L8ugJoy-sU3WfkPnlh2Mx8UcE6MIM7VRDYlY2nA/edit?usp=sharing
Directions with links to Zoom Support for activating Closed Captioning and Save Transcript are at the bottom of this calendar.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS and CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, May 28, 2023 – No City Meetings listed
Monday, May 29, 2023 – Memorial Day Holiday
Tuesday, May 30, 2023
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person Only: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1615085844
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 508 5844
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 6/13/2023 draft agenda (use link below or read full draft agenda below at the end of the list of city meetings), 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, SCHEDULING: 5. Council Workssessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review: 8. Status of In-Person Meeting of City Legislative Bodies, UNSCHEDULED ITEMS: 9. Discussion of Potential Changes to City Council Legislative Process, 10. Modifications or Improvements to City Council Meeting Procedures. 11. Strengthening and Supporting City Commission: Guidance on Development of Legislative Proposals, 12. Discussion Regarding Design and Strengthening of Policy Committees Process and Structure (Including Budget Referrals),
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
Wednesday, May 31, 2023
HOMELESS SERVICES PANEL OF EXPERTS at 7 pm
In-Person Only: at 1901 Hearst. North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 7. Review Programs, current and proposed, funded under Measure P and establish priorities for funding, 8. Approve report with Homeless Services Panel of Expert’s budget recommendations to Council.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/homeless-services-panel-experts
SPECIALIZED CARE UNIT COMMUNITY DIALOGUE from 6 – 7 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
Register in advance to join on Zoom: http://bit.ly/44s8rty
(once meeting starts you will not be able to request the zoom link)
AGENDA: The Specialized Care Unit will be Berkeley’s new 24/7 non-police mental health and substance use crisis response team, implemented in partnership with Bonita House
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/specialized-care-unit-community-dialogue-1
Thursday, June 1, 2023
HOUSING ADVISORY COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person Only: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. Discussion and Possible Action to Recommend Funding for Berkeley Food & Housing Project’s Application for the City of Berkeley Block Grant Public Facility Improvement FY 2023 Program, 7. Appoint Subcommittees a. Housing Trust Fund Subcommittee, b. Public Facilities Improvement NOFA Applications Review Subcommittee, 8. Update and Discussion Harriet Tubman Terrace Tenant Advocate Request for Proposals, 9. Update on Fair Access and Transparency for Rental Housing Applications Ordinance Subcommittee.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/housing-advisory-commission
LANDMARKS PRESERVATION COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person Only: at 1901 Hearst. North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. - 2700 Bancroft Way – Westminster Hall – referral on proposed paint colors
7. - 1960 San Antonio – Structural Alteration Permit
8. - 2847 Shattuck – Demolition Referral
9. Berkeley Civic Center Vision and Implementation Plan
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/landmarks-preservation-commission
Friday, June 2, 2023 – No City Meetings listed
Saturday, June 3, 2023 – No City Meetings listed
Sunday, June 4, 2023 – No City Meetings listed
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AGENDA and RULES COMMITTEE Meeting Tuesday, May 30 at 2:30 pm
Draft Agenda for June 13, 2023 City Council Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1615085844
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 508 5844
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations $650,000
2.Oyekanmi, Finance – Temporary Appropriations FY 2024 sum $50,000,000 to cover payroll and other expenses from July 1, 2023 until the effective date of the FY 2024 Annual Appropriations Ordinance
3.Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: Fund the Debt Service on the Affordable Housing General Obligation Bonds (Measure O, November 2018 Election) at 0,0250%
4.Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: FundFirefighting, Emergency Medical Response and Wildfire Prevention (Measure FF) at annual tax rate of $0.1176 (11.76 cents)
5.Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: Fund Debt Service on Neighborhood Branch Library Improvements Project General Obligation Bonds (Measure FF, November 2008) at 0.0050%
6.Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: FundService on 2015 Refnding General Obligation Bonds (Measures G, S & I) elections 1992, 1996 and 2002 at o.0115%
7.Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: Fund the Debt Service on the Infrastructure and Facilities General Obligation Bonds (Measure T1, November 2016) at 0.0140%
8.Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: Fund the Debt Service on the Street and Watershed Improvements General Obligation Bonds (Measure M, November 2012)
9.Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: Business License Tax on Large Non-Profits at $0.7909 per square foot of improvements
10.Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: Fund the Maintenance of Parks, City Trees and Landscaping at $0.2130
11.Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: Fund the Provision of Emergency Medical Services (Paramedic Tax) at $0.0451
12.Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: FundEmergency Services for the Severely Disabled (Measure E) at $0.02018)
13.Warhuus, HHCS – Contract $350,000 6/26/2023 – 6/30/2023 with BUSD for a Mental Health and Wellness Coordinator at BHS
14.Warhuus, HHCS – Amend Contract # 32200084 add $65,000 total $271,025 with Capoeira Arts Foundation, Inc, COVID-19, Outreach & Education and extend to 6/30/2024
15.Warhuus, HHCS – Amend Contract #32200135 add $65,000 total $186,000 with Multi-cultural Institute, COVID-19 Outreach & Education and extend to 6/30/2024
16.Warhuus, HHCS – 1. Reserve $14,531,301 in Housing Trust Fund for a development loan for Community Housing Development Corporation’s Ephesian Legacy Court (1708 Harmon), 2. Reserve $1,000,000 in Housing Trust Fund for predevelopment loan for Northern California Land Trust’s Woolsey Gardens (3120-3130 Shattuck)
17.Warhuus, HHCS – Funding Recommendation Reserve up to $4,500,000 in General Funds Measure P for the Russell Street Project at 1741-1747 Russell
18.Ferris, Parks – Contract $120,000 with Chemical Procurement Services, LLC for King and West Campus Swim Centers 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2025
19.Louis, BPD – Amend Contract #32100065 add $60,000 total $260,000with BMI Imaging Systems, Incorporated for Data Conversion Services for Berkeley Police Department and extend to 8/31/2026
AGENDA on ACTION:
20.Fair Campaign Practices Commission – Amendments to Berkeley Election Reform Act to modify the forms required to open a campaign committee, change the deadline to qualify for public financing, clarify rules
21.Friedrichsen, Budget Manager – FY 2024 Proposed Budget Update Public Hearing #2
22.Surveillance Ordinance Items related to Fixed Surveillance Cameras and Unmanned Aerial Systems (drones).
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June 6, 2023 Agenda for CITY COUNCIL Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1605182859
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 518 2859
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations $1,061,394 West Berkeley Services Center
2.Warhuus, HHCS – Shelter Plus Care Program Renewal Grants 1. a. HUD $3,949,021 for supportive Housing for 6/1/2023 - 5/31/2024, b. COACH Project $2,327,914 for 1/1/2023 – 12/31/2023, 2. Federal grant via Alameda County $881,045 for chronically homeless and disabled 3/1/2023 – 2/28/2024
3.Warhuus, HHCS – RFP for MLK, Junior (MLK) House for new owner, 2. Consider the reallocation of $1,178,974 in 2021 Housing Trust FundRehabilitation Funding initially awarded to RCD to the new owner/operator of MLK House as part of the transfer of property to help support rehabilitation of the existing housing
4.Grant Application: Surrendered and Abandoned Vessel Exchange (SAVE) $60,000 and $6,000 match
5.Ferris, Parks – Amend Contracts for as-needed Tree Services add $250,000 to each Tay Area Tree Specialists (31900292), Hamilton Tree Service (31900193), Professional Tree Care (31900212), West Coast Arborists (31900218)
6.Ferris, Parks - Donation from the Bessemer Trust for Tree Planting $7,105
7.Klein, Planning - Contract $1,500,000 with Rebuilding Together East Bay North for Just Transition Pilot Program over 2-year period
8.Klein, Planning - Amend Contract 32000020 add $61,000 total $2,061,000 with Rincon Consultants, Inc. for On-Call Planning and Environmental Services for 2023 – 2031
9.Wong, Auditor, co-sponsors Arreguin, Kesarwani – Endorse the City Auditor’s plan to implement a Whistlerblower Program
10.Arreguin – Referral to City Manager and City Attorney: Tenant Habitability Plan and Amendments to Relocation Ordinance
11.Arreguin, co-sponsors Harrison, Hahn, Robinson – Amendments to the COVID-19 Emergency Response Ordinance to adjust the timeline to provide documentation proving that non-payment of rent was for a Covered Reason for Delayed Payment if an Unlawful Detainer is served
12.Kesarwani, co-sponsors Humbert, Taplin, Wengraf – Additional Street Maintenance Funding to Improve Pavement Condition increase total street paving by $4,700,000 total $20,000,000
13.Bartlett – Bench Donation: Relinquishment of Council Office Budget Funds (Bartlett $3,500) for creating a community bench in memory of the efforts from community members made in 2020 on the Black Life Matters Movement
14.Bartlett, co-sponsors Hahn – Berkeley Juneteenth Festival: Relinquishment of Council Office Budget Funds (Bartlett $1000)
15.Harrison, co-sponsors Hahn, – Budget Referral $7,000 to Purchase Marking Equipment to Engrave Identification Numbers onto Catalytic Converters
16.Harrison – Budget Referral $15,000 in Budget Process in Measure P funds for City recreational vehicle pump-out station, including minimal staffing costs, liability, maintenance, and replacement costs to allow individuals to discharge effluent waste directly into the City’s sewer system
17.Wengraf, co-sponsors– Support SB-233 (Skinner) EV vehicles and EV supply equipment: bidirectional capability
AGENDA on ACTION:
18.Klein, Planning – Bird Safe Building Requirements; Adding Municipal Code Section 23.304.150
19.Louis BPD - 2022 Equipment Ordinance & Community Safety Annual Report
INFORMATION REPORTS:
20.Police Overtime Audit Report Wins National Recognition
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LAND USE CALENDAR:
Public Hearings
705 Euclid (single family home) - TBD
2720 Hillegass (construct community center) - TBD
Notice of Decision and Date Appeal Period Ends
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report, Wildfire Prevention Plan
(If you missed the Fire Facilities Presentation this is worth watching) https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
June 13 – at 4 pm - Fire Department Standards of Coverage and Community Risk Assessment
June 20 (WS) - Climate Action Plan and Resilience Update; Berkeley Economic Dashboards Update,
July 11 – at 4 pm - Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation
July 18 (WS) – Ashby BART Transit Oriented Development (TOD) and City Policies for Managing Parking Around BART Stations
July 25 – at 4 pm - Draft Waterfront Specific Plan
Unscheduled Presentations, Workshops and Special Meetings:
none
Worth Noting:
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
- Tuesday: At 2:30 pm the Agenda Committee meets in the hybrid format to plan the June 13 City Council Regular Meeting. The status of In-Person meeting of City legislative bodies (boards and commissions) is #8 on the agenda.
- Wednesday:
- From 6 – 7 pm there is a community meeting on the Specialized Care Unit in the hybrid format. Register before the meeting for the Zoom link.
- At 7 pm the Homeless Services Panel of Experts meets on Measure P.
- Thursday:
- At 7 pm the Housing Advisory Commission meets in person.
- At 7 pm the Landmarks Preservation Commission meets in person. The Civic Center Plan is on the agenda.
City Council will vote on the Bird Safe Ordinance on June 6 at the 6 pm Regular city Council meeting.
Bird Safe tool kit by Erin Diehm https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ZkY-L8ugJoy-sU3WfkPnlh2Mx8UcE6MIM7VRDYlY2nA/edit?usp=sharing
Directions with links to Zoom Support for activating Closed Captioning and Save Transcript are at the bottom of this calendar.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS and CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, May 28, 2023 – No City Meetings listed
Monday, May 29, 2023 – Memorial Day Holiday
Tuesday, May 30, 2023
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person Only: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1615085844
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 508 5844
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 6/13/2023 draft agenda (use link below or read full draft agenda below at the end of the list of city meetings), 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, SCHEDULING: 5. Council Workssessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review: 8. Status of In-Person Meeting of City Legislative Bodies, UNSCHEDULED ITEMS: 9. Discussion of Potential Changes to City Council Legislative Process, 10. Modifications or Improvements to City Council Meeting Procedures. 11. Strengthening and Supporting City Commission: Guidance on Development of Legislative Proposals, 12. Discussion Regarding Design and Strengthening of Policy Committees Process and Structure (Including Budget Referrals),
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
Wednesday, May 31, 2023
HOMELESS SERVICES PANEL OF EXPERTS at 7 pm
In-Person Only: at 1901 Hearst. North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 7. Review Programs, current and proposed, funded under Measure P and establish priorities for funding, 8. Approve report with Homeless Services Panel of Expert’s budget recommendations to Council.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/homeless-services-panel-experts
SPECIALIZED CARE UNIT COMMUNITY DIALOGUE from 6 – 7 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
Register in advance to join on Zoom: http://bit.ly/44s8rty
(once meeting starts you will not be able to request the zoom link)
AGENDA: The Specialized Care Unit will be Berkeley’s new 24/7 non-police mental health and substance use crisis response team, implemented in partnership with Bonita House
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/specialized-care-unit-community-dialogue-1
Thursday, June 1, 2023
HOUSING ADVISORY COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person Only: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. Discussion and Possible Action to Recommend Funding for Berkeley Food & Housing Project’s Application for the City of Berkeley Block Grant Public Facility Improvement FY 2023 Program, 7. Appoint Subcommittees a. Housing Trust Fund Subcommittee, b. Public Facilities Improvement NOFA Applications Review Subcommittee, 8. Update and Discussion Harriet Tubman Terrace Tenant Advocate Request for Proposals, 9. Update on Fair Access and Transparency for Rental Housing Applications Ordinance Subcommittee.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/housing-advisory-commission
LANDMARKS PRESERVATION COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person Only: at 1901 Hearst. North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. - 2700 Bancroft Way – Westminster Hall – referral on proposed paint colors
7. - 1960 San Antonio – Structural Alteration Permit
8. - 2847 Shattuck – Demolition Referral
9. Berkeley Civic Center Vision and Implementation Plan
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/landmarks-preservation-commission
Friday, June 2, 2023 – No City Meetings listed
Saturday, June 3, 2023 – No City Meetings listed
Sunday, June 4, 2023 – No City Meetings listed
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AGENDA and RULES COMMITTEE Meeting Tuesday, May 30 at 2:30 pm
Draft Agenda for June 13, 2023 City Council Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1615085844
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 508 5844
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations $650,000
2.Oyekanmi, Finance – Temporary Appropriations FY 2024 sum $50,000,000 to cover payroll and other expenses from July 1, 2023 until the effective date of the FY 2024 Annual Appropriations Ordinance
3.Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: Fund the Debt Service on the Affordable Housing General Obligation Bonds (Measure O, November 2018 Election) at 0,0250%
4.Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: FundFirefighting, Emergency Medical Response and Wildfire Prevention (Measure FF) at annual tax rate of $0.1176 (11.76 cents)
5.Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: Fund Debt Service on Neighborhood Branch Library Improvements Project General Obligation Bonds (Measure FF, November 2008) at 0.0050%
6.Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: FundService on 2015 Refnding General Obligation Bonds (Measures G, S & I) elections 1992, 1996 and 2002 at o.0115%
7.Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: Fund the Debt Service on the Infrastructure and Facilities General Obligation Bonds (Measure T1, November 2016) at 0.0140%
8.Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: Fund the Debt Service on the Street and Watershed Improvements General Obligation Bonds (Measure M, November 2012)
9.Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: Business License Tax on Large Non-Profits at $0.7909 per square foot of improvements
10.Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: Fund the Maintenance of Parks, City Trees and Landscaping at $0.2130
11.Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: Fund the Provision of Emergency Medical Services (Paramedic Tax) at $0.0451
12.Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: FundEmergency Services for the Severely Disabled (Measure E) at $0.02018)
13.Warhuus, HHCS – Contract $350,000 6/26/2023 – 6/30/2023 with BUSD for a Mental Health and Wellness Coordinator at BHS
14.Warhuus, HHCS – Amend Contract # 32200084 add $65,000 total $271,025 with Capoeira Arts Foundation, Inc, COVID-19, Outreach & Education and extend to 6/30/2024
15.Warhuus, HHCS – Amend Contract #32200135 add $65,000 total $186,000 with Multi-cultural Institute, COVID-19 Outreach & Education and extend to 6/30/2024
16.Warhuus, HHCS – 1. Reserve $14,531,301 in Housing Trust Fund for a development loan for Community Housing Development Corporation’s Ephesian Legacy Court (1708 Harmon), 2. Reserve $1,000,000 in Housing Trust Fund for predevelopment loan for Northern California Land Trust’s Woolsey Gardens (3120-3130 Shattuck)
17.Warhuus, HHCS – Funding Recommendation Reserve up to $4,500,000 in General Funds Measure P for the Russell Street Project at 1741-1747 Russell
18.Ferris, Parks – Contract $120,000 with Chemical Procurement Services, LLC for King and West Campus Swim Centers 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2025
19.Louis, BPD – Amend Contract #32100065 add $60,000 total $260,000with BMI Imaging Systems, Incorporated for Data Conversion Services for Berkeley Police Department and extend to 8/31/2026
AGENDA on ACTION:
20.Fair Campaign Practices Commission – Amendments to Berkeley Election Reform Act to modify the forms required to open a campaign committee, change the deadline to qualify for public financing, clarify rules
21.Friedrichsen, Budget Manager – FY 2024 Proposed Budget Update Public Hearing #2
22.Surveillance Ordinance Items related to Fixed Surveillance Cameras and Unmanned Aerial Systems (drones).
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June 6, 2023 Agenda for CITY COUNCIL Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1605182859
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 518 2859
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations $1,061,394 West Berkeley Services Center
2.Warhuus, HHCS – Shelter Plus Care Program Renewal Grants 1. a. HUD $3,949,021 for supportive Housing for 6/1/2023 - 5/31/2024, b. COACH Project $2,327,914 for 1/1/2023 – 12/31/2023, 2. Federal grant via Alameda County $881,045 for chronically homeless and disabled 3/1/2023 – 2/28/2024
3.Warhuus, HHCS – RFP for MLK, Junior (MLK) House for new owner, 2. Consider the reallocation of $1,178,974 in 2021 Housing Trust FundRehabilitation Funding initially awarded to RCD to the new owner/operator of MLK House as part of the transfer of property to help support rehabilitation of the existing housing
4.Grant Application: Surrendered and Abandoned Vessel Exchange (SAVE) $60,000 and $6,000 match
5.Ferris, Parks – Amend Contracts for as-needed Tree Services add $250,000 to each Tay Area Tree Specialists (31900292), Hamilton Tree Service (31900193), Professional Tree Care (31900212), West Coast Arborists (31900218)
6.Ferris, Parks - Donation from the Bessemer Trust for Tree Planting $7,105
7.Klein, Planning - Contract $1,500,000 with Rebuilding Together East Bay North for Just Transition Pilot Program over 2-year period
8.Klein, Planning - Amend Contract 32000020 add $61,000 total $2,061,000 with Rincon Consultants, Inc. for On-Call Planning and Environmental Services for 2023 – 2031
9.Wong, Auditor, co-sponsors Arreguin, Kesarwani – Endorse the City Auditor’s plan to implement a Whistlerblower Program
10.Arreguin – Referral to City Manager and City Attorney: Tenant Habitability Plan and Amendments to Relocation Ordinance
11.Arreguin, co-sponsors Harrison, Hahn, Robinson – Amendments to the COVID-19 Emergency Response Ordinance to adjust the timeline to provide documentation proving that non-payment of rent was for a Covered Reason for Delayed Payment if an Unlawful Detainer is served
12.Kesarwani, co-sponsors Humbert, Taplin, Wengraf – Additional Street Maintenance Funding to Improve Pavement Condition increase total street paving by $4,700,000 total $20,000,000
13.Bartlett – Bench Donation: Relinquishment of Council Office Budget Funds (Bartlett $3,500) for creating a community bench in memory of the efforts from community members made in 2020 on the Black Life Matters Movement
14.Bartlett, co-sponsors Hahn – Berkeley Juneteenth Festival: Relinquishment of Council Office Budget Funds (Bartlett $1000)
15.Harrison, co-sponsors Hahn, – Budget Referral $7,000 to Purchase Marking Equipment to Engrave Identification Numbers onto Catalytic Converters
16.Harrison – Budget Referral $15,000 in Budget Process in Measure P funds for City recreational vehicle pump-out station, including minimal staffing costs, liability, maintenance, and replacement costs to allow individuals to discharge effluent waste directly into the City’s sewer system
17.Wengraf, co-sponsors– Support SB-233 (Skinner) EV vehicles and EV supply equipment: bidirectional capability
AGENDA on ACTION:
18.Klein, Planning – Bird Safe Building Requirements; Adding Municipal Code Section 23.304.150
19.Louis BPD - 2022 Equipment Ordinance & Community Safety Annual Report
INFORMATION REPORTS:
20.Police Overtime Audit Report Wins National Recognition
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LAND USE CALENDAR:
Public Hearings
705 Euclid (single family home) - TBD
2720 Hillegass (construct community center) - TBD
Notice of Decision and Date Appeal Period Ends
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report, Wildfire Prevention Plan
(If you missed the Fire Facilities Presentation this is worth watching) https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
June 13 – at 4 pm - Fire Department Standards of Coverage and Community Risk Assessment
June 20 (WS) - Climate Action Plan and Resilience Update; Berkeley Economic Dashboards Update,
July 11 – at 4 pm - Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation
July 18 (WS) – Ashby BART Transit Oriented Development (TOD) and City Policies for Managing Parking Around BART Stations
July 25 – at 4 pm - Draft Waterfront Specific Plan
Unscheduled Presentations, Workshops and Special Meetings:
none
May 21 - May 28, 2023
Worth Noting:
So far no meetings are listed for Thursday or Friday adding extra days to the Memorial Day Holiday weekend. Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
Only those meetings noted as recorded can be accessed for a full record after the meeting is over. City meeting minutes contain only actions, the outcome of votes on action items. In meetings that are not recorded, discussion is heard only by those who attend the meeting and there is no record of discussion.
Directions with links to Zoom Support for activating Closed Captioning and Save Transcript are at the bottom of this calendar.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, May 21, 2023 - No city meetings listed
Monday, May 22, 2023
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1613010148
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 161 301 0148
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 3/21/2023 draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda below at the end of the list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Workssessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review: none Unscheduled Items: 8. COVID, 9. Discussion of Potential Changes to City Council Legislative Process, 10. Modifications or improvements to City Council Meeting Procedure, 11. Strengthening and Supporting City Commission: Guidance on Development of Legislative Proposals, 12. Discussion Regarding Design and Strengthening of Policy Committees Process and Structure (Including Budget Referrals),
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
COMMUNITY for a CULTURAL CIVIC CENTER at 12 noon
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81225523461?pwd=aUd1dmNGb3NBWG5jOTJDajF4RkxZZz09
Teleconference: Meeting ID:
AGENDA: Presentation Jennifer Lovvrom on Turtle Island Monument
ZERO WASTE COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: 1326 Allston, CoB Corporation Yard, Ratcliff Building, Willow Room
AGENDA: 4. Public Comment on non-agenda items, 6. (6:30 pm) Staff Updates on Rates, Progress on Zero Waste Strategic Plan, SB-1383 Implementation, SUDs Ordinance Enforcement, Plastic Bag Ordinance, Discussion and Action Items: 1. Eco-Sorter, 2. Prop 218 process and Workplan, 3. Ridwell Waste Less, and Deconstruction Ordinance, 4. San Francisco Refuse Separation Law.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zero-waste-commission
SPEAKING UP for POINT MOLATE from 6 – 7 pm
Videoconference: https://sierraclub.zoom.us/j/99891619534
AGENDA: Jacob T. Henry, Engineering Geologist, SF Bay Regional Water Quality Control Board on “Cleaning Up Point Molate: Progress and Challenges.“ (recorded)
Hosted by the Sierra Club
The May 15 presentation by Erin Diehm and Kelly Hammargren on “What we can do right now to prevent deadly bird-window collisions” can be viewed at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jOi8cGie_8s
Tuesday, May 23, 2023
CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 4 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1604260018
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 160 426 0018
AGENDA: 1. Unfunded Liability Obligations and Unfunded Infrastructure Needs.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1604260018
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 160 426 0018
AGENDA: Use the link below (and choose the html option on the website) or see the agenda listed at the end of the calendar.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Wednesday, May 24, 2023
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Russell, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library
AGENDA Presentations, Discussion & Action: 7. a) Action: Approval of Final Art Plan for 2403 San Pablo, b) Presentation: Artist Space Trust, c) Action: approval of Poet Laureate Program Guidelines, d) Presentation and Action: Civic Center Design Concept.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
DISASTER and FIRE SAFETY COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: 997 Cedar, Fire Department Division of Training Classroom
AGENDA: 2. Fire Dept Staff Report, 4. Bradstreet – Adopt Recommendation to City Council on Measure FF and Measure GG Tax Rate Adjustment, 5. Select date and time for special meeting to hear presentations on the Facilities Master Plan and Dispatch Needs Assessment, 6. Consideration to change date for June meeting, (June 28th Islam Eid alAdha), 7. Dean – Recommendation that council consider establishing height-related fire fighting surcharge for high-rise buildings, 8. Concrete Retrofits/Seismic Threat.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/disaster-and-fire-safety-commission
ENVIRONMENT and CLIMATE COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. Update from staff a. OESD, b. Community Resilience Centers (CRC), c. Building electrification outreach – May Green Home Tour, 7. Presentation & Discussion: Lead Paint Hazard Enforcement, 9. Workplan Updates a. Transportation, b. Native Plants and Pest Reduction Subcommittee, c. Electrification subcommittee.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/environment-and-climate-commission
POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD at 6:30 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82653396072
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 826 5359 6072
AGENDA: 2. Oath of office for new members District 5 Leah Wilson & District 8 William Williams, 5. Public comment on agenda and non-agenda items, 5. ODPA staff Report, 6. Chair and Board Reports, 7. Chief Report, 8. Subcommittee Report, 9. Training on Graham v. Connor, 10. a. ODPA proposed procedure for internal/external communications between the Board and other parties, b. Processing of commendations for BPD officers, c. Presentation on the incorporation of Animal Assisted Intervention, d. Policy review case status updates, 11. Closed Session on Case Updates.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
Thursday, May 25, 2023 - No city meetings listed
Friday, May 26, 2023 - No city meetings listed
Saturday, May 27, 2023 - No city meetings listed
Sunday, May 28, 2023 - No city meetings listed
Monday, May 29, 2023 – Memorial Day Holiday
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AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Draft Agenda for May 6 City Council Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1613010148
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 161 301 0148
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations $1,061,394
2.Warhuus, HHCS – Shelter Plus Care Program Renewal Grants 1. a. HUD $3,949,021 for supportive Housing for 6/1/2023 - 5/31/2024, b. COACH Project $2,327,914 for 1/1/2023 – 12/31/2023, 2. Federal grant via Alameda County $881,045 for chronically homeless and disabled 3/1/2023 – 2/28/2024
3.Warhuus, HHCS – RFP for MLK, Junior (MLK) House for new owner, 2. Consider the reallocation of $1,178,974 in 2021 Housing Trust FundRehabilitation Funding initially awarded to RCD to the new owner/operator of MLK House as part of the transfer of property to help support rehabilitation of the existing housing
4.Grant Application: Surrendered and Abandoned Vessel Exchange (SAVE) $60,000 and $6,000 match
5.Ferris, Parks – Amend Contracts for as-needed Tree Services add $250,000 to each Tay Area Tree Specialists (31900292), Hamilton Tree Service (31900193), Professional Tree Care (31900212), West Coast Arborists (31900218)
6.Ferris, Parks - Donation from the Bessemer Trust for Tree Planting $7,105
7.Klein, Planning - Contract $1,500,000 with Rebuilding Together East Bay North for Just Transition Pilot Program over 2-year period
8.Klein, Planning - Amend Contract 32000020 add $61,000 total $2,061,000 with Rincon Consultants, Inc. for On-Call Planning and Environmental Services for 2023 – 2031
9.Louis BPD - Resolution approving 2022 Equipment Ordinance Annual Report
10.Wong, Auditor, co-sponsors Arreguin, Kesarwani – Endorse the City Auditor’s plan to implement a Whistlerblower Program
11.Kesarwani, co-sponsors Humbert, Taplin, Wengraf – Additional Street Maintenance Funding to Improve Pavement Condition increase total street paving by $4,700,000 total $20,000,000
12.Bartlett – Bench Donation: Relinquishment of Council Office Budget Funds (Bartlett $3,500) for creating a community bench in memory of the efforts from community members made in 2020 on the Black Life Matters Movement
13.Bartlett – Berkeley Juneteenth Festival: Relinquishment of Council Office Budget Funds (Bartlett $1000)
14.Harrison, co-sponsors Hahn, – Budget Referral $7,000 to Purchase Marking Equipment to Engrave Identification Numbers onto Catalytic Converters
15.Harrison – Budget Referral $15,000 in Budget Process in Measure P funds for City recreational vehicle pump-out station, including minimal staffing costs, liability, maintenance, and replacement costs to allow individuals to discharge effluent waste directly into the City’s sewer system
16.Wengraf, co-sponsors– Support SB-233 (Skinner) EV vehicles and EV supply equipment: bidirectional capability
AGENDA on ACTION:
17.Klein, Planning – Bird Safe Building Requirements; Adding Municipal Code Section 23.304.150
18.Arreguin – Referral to City Manager and City Attorney: Tenant Habitability Plan and Amendments to Relocation Ordinance
19.Arreguin, co-sponsors Harrison, Hahn, Robinson – Amendments to the COVID-19 Emergency Response Ordinance to adjust the timeline to provide documentation proving that non-payment of rent was for a Covered Reason for Delayed Payment if an Unlawful Detainer is served
INFORMATION REPORTS:
20.Police Overtime Audit Report Wins National recognition
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May 23, 2023 Agenda for CITY COUNCIL Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1604260018
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 160 426 0018
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT
1.2nd reading Arreguin - Adding BMC Chapter 13.107 Hard Hat Ordinance
2.Amendment FY 2023 Annual Appropriations Ordinance $27,940,780 (gross) and $29,658,924 (net)
3.2nd reading - Resolution of Intention to Amend the Miscellaneous CalPERS Contract to Effectuate PEPRA Cost Sharing Agreements
4.Appointment of Standby Officers for District 8 and District 2.
5.Minutes for April 11, 13, 17, and 25
6.Appointment of new members to the Police Accountability Board by Councilmembers Humbert (Mr. Bill Williams) and Hahn (Leah Wilson).
7.Hollander, Economic Development – Annual Report for 2023 and 2024 Assessments for Telegraph Property Based Business Improvement District (TBID)
8.Hollander, Economic Development - Annual for 2023 and 2024 Assessments for Berkeley Tourism Business Improvement District (BTBID)
9.Hollander, Economic Development - Annual for 2023 and 2024 Assessments for North Shattuck Property Based Businesses (NSBID)
10.Hollander, Economic Development - Annual for 2023 and 2024 Assessments for Downtown Berkeley Property Based Businesses (DPBID)
11.Hollander, Economic Development – Contracts total $600,000 for 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2026, $200,000 with Atthowe Fine Art Services, $100,000 with Kala Art Institute, $200,000 with Preservation Arts LLC, $100,000 with ShipArt International
12.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations - $1,907,987 ( Tenant Legal Services for Rent Board $870,000, On-call Landscaping $50,000, second stair Improvements $987,987)
13.Oyekanmi, Finance – Amend Contract 32000164 add $975,000 with Synthesis Group, Inc. dba Minuteman Press for citywide copying and extend thru 1/31/2025
14.Oyekanmi, Finance – Contract (no cost given) with Stella Courier, LLC. With Stella Courier for mail room services and coverage
15.Oyekanmi, Finance – Appropriations Limit for FY 2024
16.Oyekanmi, Finance – Amend Contract 9367 $3,000,000 with Wells Fargo for Banking Services to continue the work of de-bundling and extend to 5/31/2027
17.Sprague, Fire – Contract $100,000 to align with City of Downey existing contract with Data Ticket to provide Administrative Citation Processing 5/1/2023 – 9/21/2025 with option to extend for addition three one year terms not to exceed $300,000 for 5/2023 – 9/2028
18.Warhuus, HHCS – Revenue Grant total $46,080, $14,000 from State of CA for Tuberculosis Control Program, $32,080 from Alameda Co for Public Health Infrastructure Program
19.Warhuus, HHCS – Contract $200,000 with JSI Research and Training Institute, Inc. for CA Hom Visiting Program Planning Consulting Services, 7/1/2023 – 1/31/2024
20.Warhuus, HHCS – Amend Contract 32300104 add $250,000 total $500,000with Village of Love to Operate the Telegraph Neighborhood Sacred Rest Drop-in Center
21.Warhuus, HHCS – Amend Contract 32300144 with Resource Development Associates for Specialized Care Unit Evaluation
22.Fong, IT – Contract $299,710 with Accela, Inc. for software maintenance 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2025
23.Ferris, Parks – Contract $399,000 with Delta Charter for bus transportation services for Echo Lake Camp and Select Recreation Division Summer Programs 6/1/2023 – 6/1/2026
24.Ferris, Parks – Contract $436,954 includes 20% contingency $72,826 with Baldoni Construction Services, Inc. for Echo Lake Camp accessibility upgrades
25.Louis, BPD – Referral Response: Security Assessment of the 1700 and 1600 blocks of San Pablo, assessment did not indicate a need for further security improvements to the Berkeley Inn or immediate area
26.Garland, Public Works – Audit Status Report, Rocky Road, Berkeley Streets
27.Garland, Public Works – Amend Contract 10986 add $100,000 total $600,000 with Zero waste Collaborative for the Solid Waste & Recycling Transfer Station Rebuild Feasibility Study and extend to 6/30/2025
28.Garland, Public Works – Purchase Order 72 Hour, LLC, dba National Auto Fleet Group for Uplifting of Crime Scene Unit Cargo Van
29.Civic Arts Commission – Refer to City Manager Development of Artists Affordable Housing Certification Program
30.Energy Commission – Recommendation on Climate, Building electrification, and Sustainable Transportation Budget Priorities for FY 2023-2024
31.Removed by Aguilar, PAB – Contract $100,000 with AppleOne for temporary staffing services
32.Arreguin – Support Scott Weiner & Phil Ting SB 532 requires if proposed ballot measure imposes a tax, raises taxes or issues bonds, that rate and duration of tax levied be included in ballot, for full bill see https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/billNavClient.xhtml?bill_id=202320240SB532
33.Arreguin – 1. Resolution calling on Hyundai and Kia to take immediate action to fix for the flaw in their vehicles that make the easy targets for car thefts, 2. Direct City Attorney to explore taking legal action against Hyundai and Kai
34.Arreguin – Contract $482,525 includes contingency of $50,000 with Badawi & Associates, CPAs for Professional Auditing Services to perform annual financial audits of City’s financial statements and perform annual compliance audits required by Single Audit Act of 1984 (revised 1996) for 5/22/2023 – 6/30/2026 with option to extend for 2 additional years
35.Taplin – Budget Referral $600,000 for HAWK crosswalk at 6th and Addison
36.Harrison – Relinquishment of Council Office Budget Funds 2023 Taste of Downtown Berkeley Event
37.Hahn, co-sponsors Harrison, Taplin – FY 2024 Budget Referral: Study to support Housing Element commitment to increase housing and enhance economic vitality on all commercial corridors, with particular attention to the higher-resourced commercial avenues identified in Program 27 of the Housing
38.Wengraf, co-sponsor Arreguin, Hahn – Support H.R. 603 HEAL Act Holocaust Education and Antisemitism Lessons Act
39.Robinson, co-sponsors Arreguin, Taplin – Relinquishment of Council Office budget Funds for Pacific Center for Human Growth 50th Anniversary Gala
AGENDA on ACTION:
40.ZAB Appeal: 469 Kentucky Use Permit #ZP2022-0087 – demolish single family dwelling and construct a 3-story 3,310 sq ft single-family dwelling with a two-car garage, and dismiss the appeal
41.Warhuus, HHCS – Fee Increase: Condominium Conversion Program Application Fee by $30 new total $310 per application and for units currently rented by $40 total $410 and applications deferring the mitigation fee by $95 to $1040 per unit
42.Warhuus, HHCS – Fee Increase: Condominium Conversion Program Subordination Fee add $35 new total $399
43.Warhuus, HHCS – Fee Increase: Below Market Monitoring Program add $18 new total $450
44.Ferris, Parks – Selected Marina Fee Increases
45.Ferris, Parks – Changes to Selected Parks and Recreation fees
46.Louis, BPD – Surveillance Ordinance items related to Fixed Surveillance Cameras and Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) (Drones)
47.Bartlett, co-sponsor Arreguin – Adopting temporary exemption from the collection of taxes under BMC Chapter 9.04.136(D): Tax Rate for Non-Medical and Medical Cannabis Businesses
Items 48 – 50 previously listed as Information Reports now listed as Action Items
48.Louis, BPD - Audit Recommendation Status – 911 Dispatchers: Understaffing Leads to Excessive to Overtime and Low Morale
49.Louis, BPD - Audit Recommendation Status – Data Analysis of the City of Berkeley’s Police Response
50.Louis, BPD - Audit Recommendation Status – Berkeley Police Improvements Needed to Manage Overtime and Security Work for Outside Entities
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LAND USE CALENDAR:
Public Hearings
469 Kentucky (single family dwelling) 5/23/2023
Notice of Decision and Date Appeal Period Ends
705 Euclid (single family home) 5/23/2023
2000 Milvia (add service of alcoholic beverages) 5/23/2023
2439 Durant (construct mixed-use building) 5/23/2023
2538 Durant (construct mixed-use building) 5/23/2023
2555 College (construct multifamily residential building) 5/23/2023
2720 Hillegass (construct community center) 5/23/2023
2800 Telegraph (construct residential building) 5/23/2023
3031 Telegraph (construct mixed-use building) 5/23/2023
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report, Wildfire Prevention Plan
(If you missed the Fire Facilities Presentation this is worth watching) https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
May 23 – Unfunded Liability Obligations and Unfunded Infrastructure Needs 4 pm
June 20 - Climate Action Plan and Resilience Update, Berkeley Economic Dashboards Update,
July 18 – Ashby BART Transit Oriented Development (TOD) and City Policies for Managing Parking Around BART Stations
July 25 – Draft Waterfront Specific Plan 4 pm (new date and time)
Unscheduled Presentations, Workshops and Special Meetings:
Fire Dept Standards of Coverage and Community Risk Assessment
Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation (requested by Public Safety Committee)
City Council Referrals to Agenda & Rules Committee
City Policies for Managing Parking Around BART Stations
Worth Noting:
So far no meetings are listed for Thursday or Friday adding extra days to the Memorial Day Holiday weekend. Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
Only those meetings noted as recorded can be accessed for a full record after the meeting is over. City meeting minutes contain only actions, the outcome of votes on action items. In meetings that are not recorded, discussion is heard only by those who attend the meeting and there is no record of discussion.
- Monday:
- 12 noon the Community for a Cultural Civic Center online on Turtle Island Monument.
- 2:30 pm the Agenda Committee meets in the hybrid format to review the City Council draft agenda for June 6. The Bird Safe Ordinance is on the June 6 City Council agenda. (this meeting is audio recorded (not video) and allows attendees to save the transcript)
- 6 pm the Zero Waste Commission meets in person.
- 6 pm Speaking Up for Point Molate meets online Jacob T. Henry Engineering Geologist SF Bay Regional Water Quality Control Board on “Cleaning Up Point Molate: Progress and Challenges. “ (recorded) The May 15 video on the steep decline of bird populations and preventing deadly bird-glass collisions is available on YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jOi8cGie_8s
- Tuesday:
- 4 pm City Council Special Meeting on Unfunded Liabilities and Infrastructure Needs is in the hybrid format (video recorded and allows attendees to save the transcript)
- 6 pm City Council regular meeting in the hybrid format Surveillance Ordinance on the agenda. (video recorded and allows attendees to the save transcript)
- Wednesday:
- 6 pm Civic Arts Commission meets in person.
- 6 pm the Environment and Climate Commission meets in person.
- 6:30 pm the Police Accountability Board meets in the hybrid format.
- 7 pm the Disaster and Fire safety Commission meets in person.
Directions with links to Zoom Support for activating Closed Captioning and Save Transcript are at the bottom of this calendar.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, May 21, 2023 - No city meetings listed
Monday, May 22, 2023
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1613010148
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 161 301 0148
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 3/21/2023 draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda below at the end of the list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Workssessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review: none Unscheduled Items: 8. COVID, 9. Discussion of Potential Changes to City Council Legislative Process, 10. Modifications or improvements to City Council Meeting Procedure, 11. Strengthening and Supporting City Commission: Guidance on Development of Legislative Proposals, 12. Discussion Regarding Design and Strengthening of Policy Committees Process and Structure (Including Budget Referrals),
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
COMMUNITY for a CULTURAL CIVIC CENTER at 12 noon
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81225523461?pwd=aUd1dmNGb3NBWG5jOTJDajF4RkxZZz09
Teleconference: Meeting ID:
AGENDA: Presentation Jennifer Lovvrom on Turtle Island Monument
ZERO WASTE COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: 1326 Allston, CoB Corporation Yard, Ratcliff Building, Willow Room
AGENDA: 4. Public Comment on non-agenda items, 6. (6:30 pm) Staff Updates on Rates, Progress on Zero Waste Strategic Plan, SB-1383 Implementation, SUDs Ordinance Enforcement, Plastic Bag Ordinance, Discussion and Action Items: 1. Eco-Sorter, 2. Prop 218 process and Workplan, 3. Ridwell Waste Less, and Deconstruction Ordinance, 4. San Francisco Refuse Separation Law.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zero-waste-commission
SPEAKING UP for POINT MOLATE from 6 – 7 pm
Videoconference: https://sierraclub.zoom.us/j/99891619534
AGENDA: Jacob T. Henry, Engineering Geologist, SF Bay Regional Water Quality Control Board on “Cleaning Up Point Molate: Progress and Challenges.“ (recorded)
Hosted by the Sierra Club
The May 15 presentation by Erin Diehm and Kelly Hammargren on “What we can do right now to prevent deadly bird-window collisions” can be viewed at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jOi8cGie_8s
Tuesday, May 23, 2023
CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 4 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1604260018
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 160 426 0018
AGENDA: 1. Unfunded Liability Obligations and Unfunded Infrastructure Needs.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1604260018
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 160 426 0018
AGENDA: Use the link below (and choose the html option on the website) or see the agenda listed at the end of the calendar.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Wednesday, May 24, 2023
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Russell, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library
AGENDA Presentations, Discussion & Action: 7. a) Action: Approval of Final Art Plan for 2403 San Pablo, b) Presentation: Artist Space Trust, c) Action: approval of Poet Laureate Program Guidelines, d) Presentation and Action: Civic Center Design Concept.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
DISASTER and FIRE SAFETY COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: 997 Cedar, Fire Department Division of Training Classroom
AGENDA: 2. Fire Dept Staff Report, 4. Bradstreet – Adopt Recommendation to City Council on Measure FF and Measure GG Tax Rate Adjustment, 5. Select date and time for special meeting to hear presentations on the Facilities Master Plan and Dispatch Needs Assessment, 6. Consideration to change date for June meeting, (June 28th Islam Eid alAdha), 7. Dean – Recommendation that council consider establishing height-related fire fighting surcharge for high-rise buildings, 8. Concrete Retrofits/Seismic Threat.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/disaster-and-fire-safety-commission
ENVIRONMENT and CLIMATE COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. Update from staff a. OESD, b. Community Resilience Centers (CRC), c. Building electrification outreach – May Green Home Tour, 7. Presentation & Discussion: Lead Paint Hazard Enforcement, 9. Workplan Updates a. Transportation, b. Native Plants and Pest Reduction Subcommittee, c. Electrification subcommittee.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/environment-and-climate-commission
POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD at 6:30 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82653396072
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 826 5359 6072
AGENDA: 2. Oath of office for new members District 5 Leah Wilson & District 8 William Williams, 5. Public comment on agenda and non-agenda items, 5. ODPA staff Report, 6. Chair and Board Reports, 7. Chief Report, 8. Subcommittee Report, 9. Training on Graham v. Connor, 10. a. ODPA proposed procedure for internal/external communications between the Board and other parties, b. Processing of commendations for BPD officers, c. Presentation on the incorporation of Animal Assisted Intervention, d. Policy review case status updates, 11. Closed Session on Case Updates.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
Thursday, May 25, 2023 - No city meetings listed
Friday, May 26, 2023 - No city meetings listed
Saturday, May 27, 2023 - No city meetings listed
Sunday, May 28, 2023 - No city meetings listed
Monday, May 29, 2023 – Memorial Day Holiday
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AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Draft Agenda for May 6 City Council Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1613010148
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 161 301 0148
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations $1,061,394
2.Warhuus, HHCS – Shelter Plus Care Program Renewal Grants 1. a. HUD $3,949,021 for supportive Housing for 6/1/2023 - 5/31/2024, b. COACH Project $2,327,914 for 1/1/2023 – 12/31/2023, 2. Federal grant via Alameda County $881,045 for chronically homeless and disabled 3/1/2023 – 2/28/2024
3.Warhuus, HHCS – RFP for MLK, Junior (MLK) House for new owner, 2. Consider the reallocation of $1,178,974 in 2021 Housing Trust FundRehabilitation Funding initially awarded to RCD to the new owner/operator of MLK House as part of the transfer of property to help support rehabilitation of the existing housing
4.Grant Application: Surrendered and Abandoned Vessel Exchange (SAVE) $60,000 and $6,000 match
5.Ferris, Parks – Amend Contracts for as-needed Tree Services add $250,000 to each Tay Area Tree Specialists (31900292), Hamilton Tree Service (31900193), Professional Tree Care (31900212), West Coast Arborists (31900218)
6.Ferris, Parks - Donation from the Bessemer Trust for Tree Planting $7,105
7.Klein, Planning - Contract $1,500,000 with Rebuilding Together East Bay North for Just Transition Pilot Program over 2-year period
8.Klein, Planning - Amend Contract 32000020 add $61,000 total $2,061,000 with Rincon Consultants, Inc. for On-Call Planning and Environmental Services for 2023 – 2031
9.Louis BPD - Resolution approving 2022 Equipment Ordinance Annual Report
10.Wong, Auditor, co-sponsors Arreguin, Kesarwani – Endorse the City Auditor’s plan to implement a Whistlerblower Program
11.Kesarwani, co-sponsors Humbert, Taplin, Wengraf – Additional Street Maintenance Funding to Improve Pavement Condition increase total street paving by $4,700,000 total $20,000,000
12.Bartlett – Bench Donation: Relinquishment of Council Office Budget Funds (Bartlett $3,500) for creating a community bench in memory of the efforts from community members made in 2020 on the Black Life Matters Movement
13.Bartlett – Berkeley Juneteenth Festival: Relinquishment of Council Office Budget Funds (Bartlett $1000)
14.Harrison, co-sponsors Hahn, – Budget Referral $7,000 to Purchase Marking Equipment to Engrave Identification Numbers onto Catalytic Converters
15.Harrison – Budget Referral $15,000 in Budget Process in Measure P funds for City recreational vehicle pump-out station, including minimal staffing costs, liability, maintenance, and replacement costs to allow individuals to discharge effluent waste directly into the City’s sewer system
16.Wengraf, co-sponsors– Support SB-233 (Skinner) EV vehicles and EV supply equipment: bidirectional capability
AGENDA on ACTION:
17.Klein, Planning – Bird Safe Building Requirements; Adding Municipal Code Section 23.304.150
18.Arreguin – Referral to City Manager and City Attorney: Tenant Habitability Plan and Amendments to Relocation Ordinance
19.Arreguin, co-sponsors Harrison, Hahn, Robinson – Amendments to the COVID-19 Emergency Response Ordinance to adjust the timeline to provide documentation proving that non-payment of rent was for a Covered Reason for Delayed Payment if an Unlawful Detainer is served
INFORMATION REPORTS:
20.Police Overtime Audit Report Wins National recognition
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May 23, 2023 Agenda for CITY COUNCIL Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1604260018
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 160 426 0018
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT
1.2nd reading Arreguin - Adding BMC Chapter 13.107 Hard Hat Ordinance
2.Amendment FY 2023 Annual Appropriations Ordinance $27,940,780 (gross) and $29,658,924 (net)
3.2nd reading - Resolution of Intention to Amend the Miscellaneous CalPERS Contract to Effectuate PEPRA Cost Sharing Agreements
4.Appointment of Standby Officers for District 8 and District 2.
5.Minutes for April 11, 13, 17, and 25
6.Appointment of new members to the Police Accountability Board by Councilmembers Humbert (Mr. Bill Williams) and Hahn (Leah Wilson).
7.Hollander, Economic Development – Annual Report for 2023 and 2024 Assessments for Telegraph Property Based Business Improvement District (TBID)
8.Hollander, Economic Development - Annual for 2023 and 2024 Assessments for Berkeley Tourism Business Improvement District (BTBID)
9.Hollander, Economic Development - Annual for 2023 and 2024 Assessments for North Shattuck Property Based Businesses (NSBID)
10.Hollander, Economic Development - Annual for 2023 and 2024 Assessments for Downtown Berkeley Property Based Businesses (DPBID)
11.Hollander, Economic Development – Contracts total $600,000 for 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2026, $200,000 with Atthowe Fine Art Services, $100,000 with Kala Art Institute, $200,000 with Preservation Arts LLC, $100,000 with ShipArt International
12.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations - $1,907,987 ( Tenant Legal Services for Rent Board $870,000, On-call Landscaping $50,000, second stair Improvements $987,987)
13.Oyekanmi, Finance – Amend Contract 32000164 add $975,000 with Synthesis Group, Inc. dba Minuteman Press for citywide copying and extend thru 1/31/2025
14.Oyekanmi, Finance – Contract (no cost given) with Stella Courier, LLC. With Stella Courier for mail room services and coverage
15.Oyekanmi, Finance – Appropriations Limit for FY 2024
16.Oyekanmi, Finance – Amend Contract 9367 $3,000,000 with Wells Fargo for Banking Services to continue the work of de-bundling and extend to 5/31/2027
17.Sprague, Fire – Contract $100,000 to align with City of Downey existing contract with Data Ticket to provide Administrative Citation Processing 5/1/2023 – 9/21/2025 with option to extend for addition three one year terms not to exceed $300,000 for 5/2023 – 9/2028
18.Warhuus, HHCS – Revenue Grant total $46,080, $14,000 from State of CA for Tuberculosis Control Program, $32,080 from Alameda Co for Public Health Infrastructure Program
19.Warhuus, HHCS – Contract $200,000 with JSI Research and Training Institute, Inc. for CA Hom Visiting Program Planning Consulting Services, 7/1/2023 – 1/31/2024
20.Warhuus, HHCS – Amend Contract 32300104 add $250,000 total $500,000with Village of Love to Operate the Telegraph Neighborhood Sacred Rest Drop-in Center
21.Warhuus, HHCS – Amend Contract 32300144 with Resource Development Associates for Specialized Care Unit Evaluation
22.Fong, IT – Contract $299,710 with Accela, Inc. for software maintenance 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2025
23.Ferris, Parks – Contract $399,000 with Delta Charter for bus transportation services for Echo Lake Camp and Select Recreation Division Summer Programs 6/1/2023 – 6/1/2026
24.Ferris, Parks – Contract $436,954 includes 20% contingency $72,826 with Baldoni Construction Services, Inc. for Echo Lake Camp accessibility upgrades
25.Louis, BPD – Referral Response: Security Assessment of the 1700 and 1600 blocks of San Pablo, assessment did not indicate a need for further security improvements to the Berkeley Inn or immediate area
26.Garland, Public Works – Audit Status Report, Rocky Road, Berkeley Streets
27.Garland, Public Works – Amend Contract 10986 add $100,000 total $600,000 with Zero waste Collaborative for the Solid Waste & Recycling Transfer Station Rebuild Feasibility Study and extend to 6/30/2025
28.Garland, Public Works – Purchase Order 72 Hour, LLC, dba National Auto Fleet Group for Uplifting of Crime Scene Unit Cargo Van
29.Civic Arts Commission – Refer to City Manager Development of Artists Affordable Housing Certification Program
30.Energy Commission – Recommendation on Climate, Building electrification, and Sustainable Transportation Budget Priorities for FY 2023-2024
31.Removed by Aguilar, PAB – Contract $100,000 with AppleOne for temporary staffing services
32.Arreguin – Support Scott Weiner & Phil Ting SB 532 requires if proposed ballot measure imposes a tax, raises taxes or issues bonds, that rate and duration of tax levied be included in ballot, for full bill see https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/billNavClient.xhtml?bill_id=202320240SB532
33.Arreguin – 1. Resolution calling on Hyundai and Kia to take immediate action to fix for the flaw in their vehicles that make the easy targets for car thefts, 2. Direct City Attorney to explore taking legal action against Hyundai and Kai
34.Arreguin – Contract $482,525 includes contingency of $50,000 with Badawi & Associates, CPAs for Professional Auditing Services to perform annual financial audits of City’s financial statements and perform annual compliance audits required by Single Audit Act of 1984 (revised 1996) for 5/22/2023 – 6/30/2026 with option to extend for 2 additional years
35.Taplin – Budget Referral $600,000 for HAWK crosswalk at 6th and Addison
36.Harrison – Relinquishment of Council Office Budget Funds 2023 Taste of Downtown Berkeley Event
37.Hahn, co-sponsors Harrison, Taplin – FY 2024 Budget Referral: Study to support Housing Element commitment to increase housing and enhance economic vitality on all commercial corridors, with particular attention to the higher-resourced commercial avenues identified in Program 27 of the Housing
38.Wengraf, co-sponsor Arreguin, Hahn – Support H.R. 603 HEAL Act Holocaust Education and Antisemitism Lessons Act
39.Robinson, co-sponsors Arreguin, Taplin – Relinquishment of Council Office budget Funds for Pacific Center for Human Growth 50th Anniversary Gala
AGENDA on ACTION:
40.ZAB Appeal: 469 Kentucky Use Permit #ZP2022-0087 – demolish single family dwelling and construct a 3-story 3,310 sq ft single-family dwelling with a two-car garage, and dismiss the appeal
41.Warhuus, HHCS – Fee Increase: Condominium Conversion Program Application Fee by $30 new total $310 per application and for units currently rented by $40 total $410 and applications deferring the mitigation fee by $95 to $1040 per unit
42.Warhuus, HHCS – Fee Increase: Condominium Conversion Program Subordination Fee add $35 new total $399
43.Warhuus, HHCS – Fee Increase: Below Market Monitoring Program add $18 new total $450
44.Ferris, Parks – Selected Marina Fee Increases
45.Ferris, Parks – Changes to Selected Parks and Recreation fees
46.Louis, BPD – Surveillance Ordinance items related to Fixed Surveillance Cameras and Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) (Drones)
47.Bartlett, co-sponsor Arreguin – Adopting temporary exemption from the collection of taxes under BMC Chapter 9.04.136(D): Tax Rate for Non-Medical and Medical Cannabis Businesses
Items 48 – 50 previously listed as Information Reports now listed as Action Items
48.Louis, BPD - Audit Recommendation Status – 911 Dispatchers: Understaffing Leads to Excessive to Overtime and Low Morale
49.Louis, BPD - Audit Recommendation Status – Data Analysis of the City of Berkeley’s Police Response
50.Louis, BPD - Audit Recommendation Status – Berkeley Police Improvements Needed to Manage Overtime and Security Work for Outside Entities
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LAND USE CALENDAR:
Public Hearings
469 Kentucky (single family dwelling) 5/23/2023
Notice of Decision and Date Appeal Period Ends
705 Euclid (single family home) 5/23/2023
2000 Milvia (add service of alcoholic beverages) 5/23/2023
2439 Durant (construct mixed-use building) 5/23/2023
2538 Durant (construct mixed-use building) 5/23/2023
2555 College (construct multifamily residential building) 5/23/2023
2720 Hillegass (construct community center) 5/23/2023
2800 Telegraph (construct residential building) 5/23/2023
3031 Telegraph (construct mixed-use building) 5/23/2023
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report, Wildfire Prevention Plan
(If you missed the Fire Facilities Presentation this is worth watching) https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
May 23 – Unfunded Liability Obligations and Unfunded Infrastructure Needs 4 pm
June 20 - Climate Action Plan and Resilience Update, Berkeley Economic Dashboards Update,
July 18 – Ashby BART Transit Oriented Development (TOD) and City Policies for Managing Parking Around BART Stations
July 25 – Draft Waterfront Specific Plan 4 pm (new date and time)
Unscheduled Presentations, Workshops and Special Meetings:
Fire Dept Standards of Coverage and Community Risk Assessment
Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation (requested by Public Safety Committee)
City Council Referrals to Agenda & Rules Committee
City Policies for Managing Parking Around BART Stations
There is a lot of information in the weekly summary of meetings. The introduction is given as a guide to meetings with items of high interest or potential high impact. Those are the meetings with a double **. The best opportunity for input is at the City Council policy committees and key Boards and Commissions
For anyone in a risk group of complications from Covid-19, who is avoiding crowds, the City of Berkeley does not seem to be slowing down. You can still make your voice heard through an email to all the Council members and Mayor [email protected] or a phone call or individual email:
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May 14 - May 21, 2023
Worth Noting:
Another busy week – our attendance is important. The May 23, City Council Agenda is now available for public comment. Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
Directions with links to ZOOM support for activating Closed Captioning and Save Transcript are at the bottom of this calendar. Whether the Green Home Tour offers closed captioning and saving the transcript is unknown. All of the other meetings that are noted as recorded also have closed captioning and allow attendees to save the transcript.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, May 14, 2023 – Mother’s Day
Mother’s Day Hats and High Tea from 2 – 5 pm
In-Person: Berkeley Rose Garden, 1200 Euclid
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/mothers-day-hats-and-high-tea
Monday, May 15, 2023
PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE at 10:30 am
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1619853040
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 161 985 3040
AGENDA: 2. Klein – Planning, Sprague – Fire, Garland – Public Works on the January 16, 2023 Berkeley Hills Mudslide, 3. Sprague - Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-public-safety
CITY COUNCIL Closed Session at 3 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1610355649
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 161 035 5649
AGENDA: 1. Conference with Legal Counsel existing litigation a. Alisha Gard v. CoB Case No. 23CV025176, b. CA Restaurant Association v. CoB, U.S. Court of Appeals for the 9th Circuit Case No 21-16278, 2. Employee Performance Evaluation, a. City Attorney, b. Director of Police Accountability, 3. Conference with Labor Negotiators, Employee Organizations: Berkeley Fire fighters Association Local 1227 I.A.F.F., Berkeley Fire fighters Association Local 1227 I.A.F.F. / Berkeley Fire Officers Association, Berkeley Police Association.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
SPEAKING UP for POINT MOLATE FROM 6 – 7 PM
Videoconference: https://sierraclub.zoom.us/j/99891619534
AGENDA: “What we can do right now to prevent deadly bird-window collisions” Presentation by Erin Diehm and Kelly Hammargren on the size of the problem and solutions within reach, hosted by the Sierra Club.
Tuesday, May 16, 2023
BUDGET & FINANCE COMMITTEE at 9 am
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1615029400
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 161 502 9400
AGENDA: 2. FY 2024 Mid-biennial Budget Update, 3. Measure P FY 2024 Mid-biennial Update, 4. Russell Street residence Update, 5. a. Homeless Services Panel of Experts – Recommendations for RV Lot and Waste Management of Streets for RVs, b. Companion Report – Refer back to the Homeless Services Panel of Experts to identify a new RV parking location/program and develop a waste management plan for RVs and budget priorities.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-budget-finance
CIVIC CENTER CONCEPTUAL DESIGN REPORT BRIEFING from 10 – 11 am
In person: at 2180 Milvia, Cypress Conference Room, 1st floor
AGENDA: Super Subcommittee meeting with representatives from the four commissions, Landmarks Preservation Commission, Parks, Recreation and Waterfront Commission, Civic arts Commission and Transportation and Infrastructure Commission.
CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 4 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1608636592
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 160 863 6592
AGENDA: FY 2024 Proposed Budget Update and FY 2024 Proposed Budget Update Public Hearing #1 (packet 78 pages)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1608636592
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 160 863 6592
AGENDA: 1. Approval of the City of Berkeley Community Wildfire Protection Plan, 2. Fire Department Facilities Master Plan.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Wednesday, May 17, 2023
COMMISSION on AGING at 1:30 pm
In-Person: 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 1. Presentation on overview of social services by Culdonce Corona, Mental Health Clinical Supervisor, 2. Discussion of presentation, 3. Commissioner reports on Mental Health, Land Use and Economic Development, r. Update on aging services outreach methods.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-aging
COMMISSION ON LABOR at 7 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 2. FY 2024 Commission Work Plan, Under Information: 3. Fair Work Week, 4. Hard Hat Ordinance, 5. Discussion of First Source and Community workforce Agreement.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-labor
HUMAN WELFARE and COMMUNITY ACTION COMMISSION (HHCAC) at 6:30 pm
In-Person: 2800 Park, Frances Albrier Community Center
AGENDA on ACTION: 5. Community services Block Grant Community Action Plan, 6. HHCAC Commission Seat Vacancies, 7. Review of J-Sei program and financial reports, Discussion/Possible Items: 1. Appointments to HHCAC, 2. Holding hybrid meetings, 3. Supporting the Commission on Aging’s communication regarding the Hopkins Corridor, 4. Mechanisms for City employees and service providers to communicate, 5. Requirements for contracted non-profit service providers and transparency of grant reports, 6. Possible holding concurrent meeting with the Commission on Disabilities regarding action items of mutual interest including but not limited to road plans, integral universal design planning, gaps and redundancies in existing service, 7. Accessibility and availability on the city website.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/human-welfare-and-community-action-commission
COMMISSION on the STATUS of WOMEN (COSOW) at 7 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: Discussion and Possible Action: 7. Presentation from the Berkeley Police Department on domestic violence/gender-based violence/intimate partner violence, sex trafficking and increase in sexual assaults followed with Q&A and possible action, 8. Presentation on the African-American Holistic Resource Center (AAHRC), 9. Women-owned businesses losses during the pandemic and supports, 10. Letter to Council from the Commission requesting updates from the Mason-Tillman report regarding gender disparities in contracts, 11. Suicide surge among young women, 12. Plan Black Maternal Health Month, 13. Financial exploitation, scams and speculators approaching older women.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-status-women
Thursday, May 18, 2023
FAIR CAMPAIGN PRACTICES COMMISSION & OPEN GOVERNMENT COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. City Clerk Department referral regarding failure of Mike Chang for Berkeley School Board 2022 to file campaign report covering Oct 23, 2022 to Dec 31, 2022, Amendments to Berkeley Election Reform Act (BERA) related to public campaign reporting, 8. Report on contribution limits, 10. Subcommittee report on reviewing policies and practices related to City Council meeting public commenting, access and public participation, 11. Annual report to BMC 2.06.190.C Open Government Duties related to the Brown Act, the Lobbyist Registration Act, or open and effective government in Berkeley.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/fair-campaign-practices-commission
DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE (DRC) at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 1. 3030 Telegraph – Preliminary Design Review – SB 330 Project – Demolish an existing 1-story square foot medical office building and two duplexes and construct a new 5-story mixed-use building with 1,550 square feet of commercial area and 144 dwelling units (95 studios, 34 2-bedroom, 15 4-bedroom) including 8-below market units
2. 2712 Telegraph – Preliminary Design Review – SB 330 Project – Demolish two exiting non-residential structures and construct a 41,065 square foot, 6-story residential building containing 40 dwelling units (16 2-bedroom units, 3-3-bedroom units and 21 4-bedroom units) including 4 very low income units (2 2-bedroom units and 2-4 bedroom units) Project contains bedrooms without windows and study rooms come without windows and a commercial space,
3. Presentation of Southside Zoning Modification Project / DRC Recommendations
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/design-review-committee
TRANSPORTATION and INFRASTRUCTURE COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Dining Room
AGENDA: B. 1. goBerkeley SmartSpace Parking Pilot Informational Presentation, 2. HAWK (High Intensity Activated crosswalk signal presentation, 3. Daylighting Policy Informational presentation.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/transportation-and-infrastructure-commission
MENTAL HEALTH COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 3. Bridge to SCU (Special Care Unit) and SCU Update, 4. Mental Health Manager’s Report and Caseload Statistics, r. Commission Vote on Revised version of Care First, Jails Last Resolution, 6. Community Health Records, 7. State legislative update.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/mental-health-commission
RENT BOARD at 7 pm
AGENDA is not posted check after Monday
https://rentboard.berkeleyca.gov/elected-rent-board/rent-board-meetings
Friday, May 19, 2023 – No city meetings listed
Saturday, May 20, 2023
BERKELEY NEIGHBORHOODS COUNCIL at 10 am
Videoconference:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/4223188307?pwd=dFlNMVlVZ2d6b0FnSHh3ZlFwV2NMdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 422 318 8307 Passcode: 521161
AGENDA: 1. Small Business Support Package – Kieron Slaughter, COB Office of Economic Development, 2. Proposed Downtown Developments – Steven, COB Land Use Manager.
https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/
VIRTUAL GREEN HOME TOUR from 10 am – 12:30 pm
Register to attend: https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/news/virtual-green-home-tour-2023-reduce-energy-increase-sustainability
Tour will be recorded and available on the East Bay Green Home Tour website. https://www.eastbaygreenhome.com/
Sunday, May 21, 2023 – No city meetings listed
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May 23, 2023 Agenda for CITY COUNCIL Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1604260018
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 160 426 0018
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT
1.2nd reading Arreguin - Adding BMC Chapter 13.107 Hard Hat Ordinance
2.Amendment FY 2023 Annual Appropriations Ordinance $27,940,780 (gross) and $29,658,924 (net)
3.2nd reading - Resolution of Intention to Amend the Miscellaneous CalPERS Contract to Effectuate PEPRA Cost Sharing Agreements
4.Appointment of Standby Officers for District 8 and District 2.
5.Minutes for April 11, 13, 17, and 25
6.Appointment of new members to the Police Accountability Board by Councilmembers Humbert (Mr. Bill Williams) and Hahn (Leah Wilson).
7.Hollander, Economic Development – Annual Report for 2023 and 2024 Assessments for Telegraph Property Based Business Improvement District (TBID)
8.Hollander, Economic Development - Annual for 2023 and 2024 Assessments for Berkeley Tourism Business Improvement District (BTBID)
9.Hollander, Economic Development - Annual for 2023 and 2024 Assessments for North Shattuck Property Based Businesses (NSBID)
10.Hollander, Economic Development - Annual for 2023 and 2024 Assessments for Downtown Berkeley Property Based Businesses (DPBID)
11.Hollander, Economic Development – Contracts total $600,000 for 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2026, $200,000 with Atthowe Fine Art Services, $100,000 with Kala Art Institute, $200,000 with Preservation Arts LLC, $100,000 with ShipArt International
12.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations - $1,907,987 ( Tenant Legal Services for Rent Board $870,000, On-call Landscaping $50,000, second stair Improvements $987,987)
13.Oyekanmi, Finance – Amend Contract 32000164 add $975,000 with Synthesis Group, Inc. dba Minuteman Press for citywide copying and extend thru 1/31/2025
14.Oyekanmi, Finance – Contract (no cost given) with Stella Courier, LLC. With Stella Courier for mail room services and coverage
15.Oyekanmi, Finance – Appropriations Limit for FY 2024
16.Oyekanmi, Finance – Amend Contract 9367 $3,000,000 with Wells Fargo for Banking Services to continue the work of de-bundling and extend to 5/31/2027
17.Sprague, Fire – Contract $100,000 to align with City of Downey existing contract with Data Ticket to provide Administrative Citation Processing 5/1/2023 – 9/21/2025 with option to extend for addition three one year terms not to exceed $300,000 for 5/2023 – 9/2028
18.Warhuus, HHCS – Revenue Grant total $46,080, $14,000 from State of CA for Tuberculosis Control Program, $32,080 from Alameda Co for Public Health Infrastructure Program
19.Warhuus, HHCS – Contract $200,000 with JSI Research and Training Institute, Inc. for CA Hom Visiting Program Planning Consulting Services, 7/1/2023 – 1/31/2024
20.Warhuus, HHCS – Amend Contract 32300104 add $250,000 total $500,000with Village of Love to Operate the Telegraph Neighborhood Sacred Rest Drop-in Center
21.Warhuus, HHCS – Amend Contract 32300144 with Resource Development Associates for Specialized Care Unit Evaluation
22.Fong, IT – Contract $299,710 with Accela, Inc. for software maintenance 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2025
23.Ferris, Parks – Contract $399,000 with Delta Charter for bus transportation services for Echo Lake Camp and Select Recreation Division Summer Programs 6/1/2023 – 6/1/2026
24.Ferris, Parks – Contract $436,954 includes 20% contingency $72,826 with Baldoni Construction Services, Inc. for Echo Lake Camp accessibility upgrades
25.Louis, BPD – Referral Response: Security Assessment of the 1700 and 1600 blocks of San Pablo, assessment did not indicate a need for further security improvements to the Berkeley Inn or immediate area
26.Garland, Public Works – Audit Status Report, Rocky Road, Berkeley Streets
27.Garland, Public Works – Amend Contract 10986 add $100,000 total $600,000 with Zero waste Collaborative for the Solid Waste & Recycling Transfer Station Rebuild Feasibility Study and extend to 6/30/2025
28.Garland, Public Works – Purchase Order 72 Hour, LLC, dba National Auto Fleet Group for Uplifting of Crime Scene Unit Cargo Van
29.Civic Arts Commission – Refer to City Manager Development of Artists Affordable Housing Certification Program
30.Energy Commission – Recommendation on Climate, Building electrification, and Sustainable Transportation Budget Priorities for FY 2023-2024
31.Removed by Aguilar, PAB – Contract $100,000 with AppleOne for temporary staffing services
32.Arreguin – Support Scott Weiner & Phil Ting SB 532 requires if proposed ballot measure imposes a tax, raises taxes or issues bonds, that rate and duration of tax levied be included in ballot, for full bill see https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/billNavClient.xhtml?bill_id=202320240SB532
33.Arreguin – 1. Resolution calling on Hyundai and Kia to take immediate action to fix for the flaw in their vehicles that make the easy targets for car thefts, 2. Direct City Attorney to explore taking legal action against Hyundai and Kai
34.Arreguin – Contract $482,525 includes contingency of $50,000 with Badawi & Associates, CPAs for Professional Auditing Services to perform annual financial audits of City’s financial statements and perform annual compliance audits required by Single Audit Act of 1984 (revised 1996) for 5/22/2023 – 6/30/2026 with option to extend for 2 additional years
35.Taplin – Budget Referral $600,000 for HAWK crosswalk at 6th and Addison
36.Harrison – Relinquishment of Council Office Budget Funds 2023 Taste of Downtown Berkeley Event
37.Hahn, co-sponsors Harrison, Taplin – FY 2024 Budget Referral: Study to support Housing Element commitment to increase housing and enhance economic vitality on all commercial corridors, with particular attention to the higher-resourced commercial avenues identified in Program 27 of the Housing
38.Wengraf, co-sponsor Arreguin, Hahn – Support H.R. 603 HEAL Act Holocaust Education and Antisemitism Lessons Act
39.Robinson, co-sponsors Arreguin, Taplin – Relinquishment of Council Office budget Funds for Pacific Center for Human Growth 50th Anniversary Gala
AGENDA on ACTION:
40.ZAB Appeal: 469 Kentucky Use Permit #ZP2022-0087 – demolish single family dwelling and construct a 3-story 3,310 sq ft single-family dwelling with a two-car garage, and dismiss the appeal
41.Warhuus, HHCS – Fee Increase: Condominium Conversion Program Application Fee by $30 new total $310 per application and for units currently rented by $40 total $410 and applications deferring the mitigation fee by $95 to $1040 per unit
42.Warhuus, HHCS – Fee Increase: Condominium Conversion Program Subordination Fee add $35 new total $399
43.Warhuus, HHCS – Fee Increase: Below Market Monitoring Program add $18 new total $450
44.Ferris, Parks – Selected Marina Fee Increases
45.Ferris, Parks – Changes to Selected Parks and Recreation fees
46.Louis, BPD – Surveillance Ordinance items related to Fixed Surveillance Cameras and Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) (Drones)
47.Bartlett, co-sponsor Arreguin – Adopting temporary exemption from the collection of taxes under BMC Chapter 9.04.136(D): Tax Rate for Non-Medical and Medical Cannabis Businesses
Items 48 – 50 previously listed as Information Reports now listed as Action Items
48.Louis, BPD - Audit Recommendation Status – 911 Dispatchers: Understaffing Leads to Excessive to Overtime and Low Morale
49.Louis, BPD - Audit Recommendation Status – Data Analysis of the City of Berkeley’s Police Response
50.Louis, BPD - Audit Recommendation Status – Berkeley Police Improvements Needed to Manage Overtime and Security Work for Outside Entities
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LAND USE CALENDAR:
Public Hearings
469 Kentucky (single family dwelling) 5/23/2023
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report, Wildfire Prevention Plan
May 23 – Unfunded Liability Obligations and Unfunded Infrastructure Needs 4 pm
June 20 - Climate Action Plan and Resilience Update, Berkeley Economic Dashboards Update,
July 18 – Draft Waterfront Specific Plan (tentative)
Unscheduled Presentations:
Fire Dept Standards of Coverage and Community Risk Assessment None
City Policies for Managing Parking Around BART Stations
Worth Noting:
Another busy week – our attendance is important. The May 23, City Council Agenda is now available for public comment. Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
- Sunday: 2 -5 pm a Mother’s Day Hats and High Tea at the Rose Garden.
- Monday:
- 10:30 am the Public Safety Committee meets in the hybrid format and receives a multi-department report on the January 16, 2023 mudslide. (audio recorded)
- 3 pm City Council Closed Session includes the CA Restaurant Association v. CoB over the natural gas ban comment can be made in the hybrid format before the closed session.
- 6 pm “What we can do now to prevent deadly bird-window collisions” Erin Diehm and Kelly Hammargren online at Speaking Up for Point Molate and hosted by the Sierra Club
- Tuesday:
- 9 am the Budget Committee meets in the hybrid format on the 2024 Budget and RV parking. (audio recorded)
- 4 pm City Council meets in the hybrid format on FY 2024 Budget (recorded)
- 6 pm Council meets in the hybrid format on the Community Fire Wildfire Protection Plan and the Fire Department Facilities. (recorded)
- Wednesday:
- 1:30 the Commission on Aging meets in person.
- 6:30 pm the Human welfare and Community Action Commission.
- 7 pm the Commission on the Status of Women meets in person.
- 7 pm the Commission on Labor meets in person.
- Thursday:
- 6:30 pm the Fair Campaign Practices and Open Government Commissions meet in person.
- 7 pm the DRC meets on two SB 330 projects and responds to the presentation on the Southside Zoning Modification Project.
- 7 pm the Mental Health Commission meets in person on the SCU.
- 7 pm the Transportation and Infrastructure Commission meets in person and receives presentations on goBerkeley SmartSpace (parking metering pilot in residential neighborhoods) and HAWK signals.
- 7 pm the Rent Board is scheduled to meet, but no agenda is posted.
- Saturday:
- 10 am BNC meets online with City presentation on Small Business Support Package and Proposed Downtown Development. (recorded)
- 10 am is the virtual Green Home Tour. (video recorded – whether closed captioning is offered is unknown)
Directions with links to ZOOM support for activating Closed Captioning and Save Transcript are at the bottom of this calendar. Whether the Green Home Tour offers closed captioning and saving the transcript is unknown. All of the other meetings that are noted as recorded also have closed captioning and allow attendees to save the transcript.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, May 14, 2023 – Mother’s Day
Mother’s Day Hats and High Tea from 2 – 5 pm
In-Person: Berkeley Rose Garden, 1200 Euclid
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/mothers-day-hats-and-high-tea
Monday, May 15, 2023
PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE at 10:30 am
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1619853040
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 161 985 3040
AGENDA: 2. Klein – Planning, Sprague – Fire, Garland – Public Works on the January 16, 2023 Berkeley Hills Mudslide, 3. Sprague - Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-public-safety
CITY COUNCIL Closed Session at 3 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1610355649
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 161 035 5649
AGENDA: 1. Conference with Legal Counsel existing litigation a. Alisha Gard v. CoB Case No. 23CV025176, b. CA Restaurant Association v. CoB, U.S. Court of Appeals for the 9th Circuit Case No 21-16278, 2. Employee Performance Evaluation, a. City Attorney, b. Director of Police Accountability, 3. Conference with Labor Negotiators, Employee Organizations: Berkeley Fire fighters Association Local 1227 I.A.F.F., Berkeley Fire fighters Association Local 1227 I.A.F.F. / Berkeley Fire Officers Association, Berkeley Police Association.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
SPEAKING UP for POINT MOLATE FROM 6 – 7 PM
Videoconference: https://sierraclub.zoom.us/j/99891619534
AGENDA: “What we can do right now to prevent deadly bird-window collisions” Presentation by Erin Diehm and Kelly Hammargren on the size of the problem and solutions within reach, hosted by the Sierra Club.
Tuesday, May 16, 2023
BUDGET & FINANCE COMMITTEE at 9 am
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1615029400
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 161 502 9400
AGENDA: 2. FY 2024 Mid-biennial Budget Update, 3. Measure P FY 2024 Mid-biennial Update, 4. Russell Street residence Update, 5. a. Homeless Services Panel of Experts – Recommendations for RV Lot and Waste Management of Streets for RVs, b. Companion Report – Refer back to the Homeless Services Panel of Experts to identify a new RV parking location/program and develop a waste management plan for RVs and budget priorities.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-budget-finance
CIVIC CENTER CONCEPTUAL DESIGN REPORT BRIEFING from 10 – 11 am
In person: at 2180 Milvia, Cypress Conference Room, 1st floor
AGENDA: Super Subcommittee meeting with representatives from the four commissions, Landmarks Preservation Commission, Parks, Recreation and Waterfront Commission, Civic arts Commission and Transportation and Infrastructure Commission.
CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 4 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1608636592
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 160 863 6592
AGENDA: FY 2024 Proposed Budget Update and FY 2024 Proposed Budget Update Public Hearing #1 (packet 78 pages)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1608636592
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 160 863 6592
AGENDA: 1. Approval of the City of Berkeley Community Wildfire Protection Plan, 2. Fire Department Facilities Master Plan.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Wednesday, May 17, 2023
COMMISSION on AGING at 1:30 pm
In-Person: 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 1. Presentation on overview of social services by Culdonce Corona, Mental Health Clinical Supervisor, 2. Discussion of presentation, 3. Commissioner reports on Mental Health, Land Use and Economic Development, r. Update on aging services outreach methods.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-aging
COMMISSION ON LABOR at 7 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 2. FY 2024 Commission Work Plan, Under Information: 3. Fair Work Week, 4. Hard Hat Ordinance, 5. Discussion of First Source and Community workforce Agreement.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-labor
HUMAN WELFARE and COMMUNITY ACTION COMMISSION (HHCAC) at 6:30 pm
In-Person: 2800 Park, Frances Albrier Community Center
AGENDA on ACTION: 5. Community services Block Grant Community Action Plan, 6. HHCAC Commission Seat Vacancies, 7. Review of J-Sei program and financial reports, Discussion/Possible Items: 1. Appointments to HHCAC, 2. Holding hybrid meetings, 3. Supporting the Commission on Aging’s communication regarding the Hopkins Corridor, 4. Mechanisms for City employees and service providers to communicate, 5. Requirements for contracted non-profit service providers and transparency of grant reports, 6. Possible holding concurrent meeting with the Commission on Disabilities regarding action items of mutual interest including but not limited to road plans, integral universal design planning, gaps and redundancies in existing service, 7. Accessibility and availability on the city website.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/human-welfare-and-community-action-commission
COMMISSION on the STATUS of WOMEN (COSOW) at 7 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: Discussion and Possible Action: 7. Presentation from the Berkeley Police Department on domestic violence/gender-based violence/intimate partner violence, sex trafficking and increase in sexual assaults followed with Q&A and possible action, 8. Presentation on the African-American Holistic Resource Center (AAHRC), 9. Women-owned businesses losses during the pandemic and supports, 10. Letter to Council from the Commission requesting updates from the Mason-Tillman report regarding gender disparities in contracts, 11. Suicide surge among young women, 12. Plan Black Maternal Health Month, 13. Financial exploitation, scams and speculators approaching older women.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-status-women
Thursday, May 18, 2023
FAIR CAMPAIGN PRACTICES COMMISSION & OPEN GOVERNMENT COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. City Clerk Department referral regarding failure of Mike Chang for Berkeley School Board 2022 to file campaign report covering Oct 23, 2022 to Dec 31, 2022, Amendments to Berkeley Election Reform Act (BERA) related to public campaign reporting, 8. Report on contribution limits, 10. Subcommittee report on reviewing policies and practices related to City Council meeting public commenting, access and public participation, 11. Annual report to BMC 2.06.190.C Open Government Duties related to the Brown Act, the Lobbyist Registration Act, or open and effective government in Berkeley.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/fair-campaign-practices-commission
DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE (DRC) at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 1. 3030 Telegraph – Preliminary Design Review – SB 330 Project – Demolish an existing 1-story square foot medical office building and two duplexes and construct a new 5-story mixed-use building with 1,550 square feet of commercial area and 144 dwelling units (95 studios, 34 2-bedroom, 15 4-bedroom) including 8-below market units
2. 2712 Telegraph – Preliminary Design Review – SB 330 Project – Demolish two exiting non-residential structures and construct a 41,065 square foot, 6-story residential building containing 40 dwelling units (16 2-bedroom units, 3-3-bedroom units and 21 4-bedroom units) including 4 very low income units (2 2-bedroom units and 2-4 bedroom units) Project contains bedrooms without windows and study rooms come without windows and a commercial space,
3. Presentation of Southside Zoning Modification Project / DRC Recommendations
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/design-review-committee
TRANSPORTATION and INFRASTRUCTURE COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Dining Room
AGENDA: B. 1. goBerkeley SmartSpace Parking Pilot Informational Presentation, 2. HAWK (High Intensity Activated crosswalk signal presentation, 3. Daylighting Policy Informational presentation.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/transportation-and-infrastructure-commission
MENTAL HEALTH COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 3. Bridge to SCU (Special Care Unit) and SCU Update, 4. Mental Health Manager’s Report and Caseload Statistics, r. Commission Vote on Revised version of Care First, Jails Last Resolution, 6. Community Health Records, 7. State legislative update.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/mental-health-commission
RENT BOARD at 7 pm
AGENDA is not posted check after Monday
https://rentboard.berkeleyca.gov/elected-rent-board/rent-board-meetings
Friday, May 19, 2023 – No city meetings listed
Saturday, May 20, 2023
BERKELEY NEIGHBORHOODS COUNCIL at 10 am
Videoconference:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/4223188307?pwd=dFlNMVlVZ2d6b0FnSHh3ZlFwV2NMdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 422 318 8307 Passcode: 521161
AGENDA: 1. Small Business Support Package – Kieron Slaughter, COB Office of Economic Development, 2. Proposed Downtown Developments – Steven, COB Land Use Manager.
https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/
VIRTUAL GREEN HOME TOUR from 10 am – 12:30 pm
Register to attend: https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/news/virtual-green-home-tour-2023-reduce-energy-increase-sustainability
Tour will be recorded and available on the East Bay Green Home Tour website. https://www.eastbaygreenhome.com/
Sunday, May 21, 2023 – No city meetings listed
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May 23, 2023 Agenda for CITY COUNCIL Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1604260018
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 160 426 0018
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT
1.2nd reading Arreguin - Adding BMC Chapter 13.107 Hard Hat Ordinance
2.Amendment FY 2023 Annual Appropriations Ordinance $27,940,780 (gross) and $29,658,924 (net)
3.2nd reading - Resolution of Intention to Amend the Miscellaneous CalPERS Contract to Effectuate PEPRA Cost Sharing Agreements
4.Appointment of Standby Officers for District 8 and District 2.
5.Minutes for April 11, 13, 17, and 25
6.Appointment of new members to the Police Accountability Board by Councilmembers Humbert (Mr. Bill Williams) and Hahn (Leah Wilson).
7.Hollander, Economic Development – Annual Report for 2023 and 2024 Assessments for Telegraph Property Based Business Improvement District (TBID)
8.Hollander, Economic Development - Annual for 2023 and 2024 Assessments for Berkeley Tourism Business Improvement District (BTBID)
9.Hollander, Economic Development - Annual for 2023 and 2024 Assessments for North Shattuck Property Based Businesses (NSBID)
10.Hollander, Economic Development - Annual for 2023 and 2024 Assessments for Downtown Berkeley Property Based Businesses (DPBID)
11.Hollander, Economic Development – Contracts total $600,000 for 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2026, $200,000 with Atthowe Fine Art Services, $100,000 with Kala Art Institute, $200,000 with Preservation Arts LLC, $100,000 with ShipArt International
12.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations - $1,907,987 ( Tenant Legal Services for Rent Board $870,000, On-call Landscaping $50,000, second stair Improvements $987,987)
13.Oyekanmi, Finance – Amend Contract 32000164 add $975,000 with Synthesis Group, Inc. dba Minuteman Press for citywide copying and extend thru 1/31/2025
14.Oyekanmi, Finance – Contract (no cost given) with Stella Courier, LLC. With Stella Courier for mail room services and coverage
15.Oyekanmi, Finance – Appropriations Limit for FY 2024
16.Oyekanmi, Finance – Amend Contract 9367 $3,000,000 with Wells Fargo for Banking Services to continue the work of de-bundling and extend to 5/31/2027
17.Sprague, Fire – Contract $100,000 to align with City of Downey existing contract with Data Ticket to provide Administrative Citation Processing 5/1/2023 – 9/21/2025 with option to extend for addition three one year terms not to exceed $300,000 for 5/2023 – 9/2028
18.Warhuus, HHCS – Revenue Grant total $46,080, $14,000 from State of CA for Tuberculosis Control Program, $32,080 from Alameda Co for Public Health Infrastructure Program
19.Warhuus, HHCS – Contract $200,000 with JSI Research and Training Institute, Inc. for CA Hom Visiting Program Planning Consulting Services, 7/1/2023 – 1/31/2024
20.Warhuus, HHCS – Amend Contract 32300104 add $250,000 total $500,000with Village of Love to Operate the Telegraph Neighborhood Sacred Rest Drop-in Center
21.Warhuus, HHCS – Amend Contract 32300144 with Resource Development Associates for Specialized Care Unit Evaluation
22.Fong, IT – Contract $299,710 with Accela, Inc. for software maintenance 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2025
23.Ferris, Parks – Contract $399,000 with Delta Charter for bus transportation services for Echo Lake Camp and Select Recreation Division Summer Programs 6/1/2023 – 6/1/2026
24.Ferris, Parks – Contract $436,954 includes 20% contingency $72,826 with Baldoni Construction Services, Inc. for Echo Lake Camp accessibility upgrades
25.Louis, BPD – Referral Response: Security Assessment of the 1700 and 1600 blocks of San Pablo, assessment did not indicate a need for further security improvements to the Berkeley Inn or immediate area
26.Garland, Public Works – Audit Status Report, Rocky Road, Berkeley Streets
27.Garland, Public Works – Amend Contract 10986 add $100,000 total $600,000 with Zero waste Collaborative for the Solid Waste & Recycling Transfer Station Rebuild Feasibility Study and extend to 6/30/2025
28.Garland, Public Works – Purchase Order 72 Hour, LLC, dba National Auto Fleet Group for Uplifting of Crime Scene Unit Cargo Van
29.Civic Arts Commission – Refer to City Manager Development of Artists Affordable Housing Certification Program
30.Energy Commission – Recommendation on Climate, Building electrification, and Sustainable Transportation Budget Priorities for FY 2023-2024
31.Removed by Aguilar, PAB – Contract $100,000 with AppleOne for temporary staffing services
32.Arreguin – Support Scott Weiner & Phil Ting SB 532 requires if proposed ballot measure imposes a tax, raises taxes or issues bonds, that rate and duration of tax levied be included in ballot, for full bill see https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/billNavClient.xhtml?bill_id=202320240SB532
33.Arreguin – 1. Resolution calling on Hyundai and Kia to take immediate action to fix for the flaw in their vehicles that make the easy targets for car thefts, 2. Direct City Attorney to explore taking legal action against Hyundai and Kai
34.Arreguin – Contract $482,525 includes contingency of $50,000 with Badawi & Associates, CPAs for Professional Auditing Services to perform annual financial audits of City’s financial statements and perform annual compliance audits required by Single Audit Act of 1984 (revised 1996) for 5/22/2023 – 6/30/2026 with option to extend for 2 additional years
35.Taplin – Budget Referral $600,000 for HAWK crosswalk at 6th and Addison
36.Harrison – Relinquishment of Council Office Budget Funds 2023 Taste of Downtown Berkeley Event
37.Hahn, co-sponsors Harrison, Taplin – FY 2024 Budget Referral: Study to support Housing Element commitment to increase housing and enhance economic vitality on all commercial corridors, with particular attention to the higher-resourced commercial avenues identified in Program 27 of the Housing
38.Wengraf, co-sponsor Arreguin, Hahn – Support H.R. 603 HEAL Act Holocaust Education and Antisemitism Lessons Act
39.Robinson, co-sponsors Arreguin, Taplin – Relinquishment of Council Office budget Funds for Pacific Center for Human Growth 50th Anniversary Gala
AGENDA on ACTION:
40.ZAB Appeal: 469 Kentucky Use Permit #ZP2022-0087 – demolish single family dwelling and construct a 3-story 3,310 sq ft single-family dwelling with a two-car garage, and dismiss the appeal
41.Warhuus, HHCS – Fee Increase: Condominium Conversion Program Application Fee by $30 new total $310 per application and for units currently rented by $40 total $410 and applications deferring the mitigation fee by $95 to $1040 per unit
42.Warhuus, HHCS – Fee Increase: Condominium Conversion Program Subordination Fee add $35 new total $399
43.Warhuus, HHCS – Fee Increase: Below Market Monitoring Program add $18 new total $450
44.Ferris, Parks – Selected Marina Fee Increases
45.Ferris, Parks – Changes to Selected Parks and Recreation fees
46.Louis, BPD – Surveillance Ordinance items related to Fixed Surveillance Cameras and Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) (Drones)
47.Bartlett, co-sponsor Arreguin – Adopting temporary exemption from the collection of taxes under BMC Chapter 9.04.136(D): Tax Rate for Non-Medical and Medical Cannabis Businesses
Items 48 – 50 previously listed as Information Reports now listed as Action Items
48.Louis, BPD - Audit Recommendation Status – 911 Dispatchers: Understaffing Leads to Excessive to Overtime and Low Morale
49.Louis, BPD - Audit Recommendation Status – Data Analysis of the City of Berkeley’s Police Response
50.Louis, BPD - Audit Recommendation Status – Berkeley Police Improvements Needed to Manage Overtime and Security Work for Outside Entities
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LAND USE CALENDAR:
Public Hearings
469 Kentucky (single family dwelling) 5/23/2023
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report, Wildfire Prevention Plan
May 23 – Unfunded Liability Obligations and Unfunded Infrastructure Needs 4 pm
June 20 - Climate Action Plan and Resilience Update, Berkeley Economic Dashboards Update,
July 18 – Draft Waterfront Specific Plan (tentative)
Unscheduled Presentations:
Fire Dept Standards of Coverage and Community Risk Assessment None
City Policies for Managing Parking Around BART Stations
May 7 - May 14, 2023
Worth Noting:
Another busy week. The funding gap for approved T1 projects ate up another Council Budget and Finance Committee on Thursday, meaning a special extra Budget meeting will be scheduled. Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at https://berkeleyca.gov/
Directions with links to ZOOM support for activating Closed Captioning and Save Transcript are at the bottom of this calendar.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, May 7, 2023
BAY AREA BOOK FESTIVAL 2023
Outdoor Fair events – one-day only – on Sunday
No hours are listed on the festival website for the outdoor fair
https://www.baybookfest.org/
Monday, May 8, 2023
HEALTH, LIFE, ENRICHMENT EQUITY & COMMUNITY at 10 am
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1601472164
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 160 147 2164
AGENDA: 2. Berkeley Food Utility and Access Resilience Measure (FARM), 3. Referral Response from Community Health Commission Responsible Psychedelic Drug Policy Reform in Berkeley.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-health-life-enrichment-equity-community
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1609748748
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 160 974 8748
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 5/23/2023 draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda below at the end of the list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Worksessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, Unscheduled Items: 8. COVID, 9. Discussion of Potential Changes to City Council Legislative Process, 10. Modifications or Improvements to City Council Meeting Procedures (referred by Council at the March 14, 2023 meeting), 11. Strengthening and Supporting City Commission: Guidance on Development of Legislative Proposals, 12. Discussion Regarding Design and Strengthening of Policy Committees Process and Structure (Including Budget Referrals).
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
CITY COUNCIL Closed Session at 3 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1612609972
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 161 260 9972
AGENDA: 1. Conference with Labor Negotiators, Employee Organizations: Berkeley Fire Fighters association Local 1227 I.A.F.F., Berkeley Fire Fighters association Local 1227 I.A.F.F / Berkeley Chief Fire Officers Association; Berkeley Police Association.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
COMMUNITY HEALTH COMMISSION Health Facilities Subcommittee at 1 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87903569046?pwd=d1NsT0QzR0hpNXFjcnFuYWNVUDFoQT09
Teleconference: 1-305-224-1968 Meeting ID: 879 0356 9046 Passcode: 120168
AGENDA: Bartlett - Discussion regarding City Council Referral on Long Term Care Facilities.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/community-health-commission
YOUTH COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
In-Person: 1730 Oregon, MLK Jr. Youth Services Center/YAP
AGENDA: 9. Youth Commission responsibility, 10. Action: Youth Commission Work Plan 2023-2024.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/youth-commission
Tuesday, May 9, 2023
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1603158470
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 160 315 8470
AGENDA: Use the link and choose the meeting html option or see the agenda listed at the end of the calendar.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Wednesday, May 10, 2023
North Berkeley BART OPEN HOUSE from 6 – 8 pm
In-Person: 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: Drop in anytime to see proposed plans and provide input on transportation bike and pedestrian routes, urban design, open space including the Ohlone Greenway, outdoor amenities and plants, ground floor uses, architecture and building design.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/north-berkeley-bart-open-house
HOMELESS SERVICES PANEL of EXPERTS Special Meeting at 7 pm
In-Person: 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 7. Review Programs, current and proposed, funded under Measure P and establish priorities for funding. Discussion and possible action.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/homeless-services-panel-experts
PARKS, RECREATION, and WATERFRONT COMMISSION (PRW) at 7 pm
In-Person: 2800 Park, Frances Albrier Community Center Auditorium
AGENDA: 7. Chair’s Report, 8. Presentation on Undergrounding Interstate 80 in Berkeley, 9. Presentation/Action on Waterfront Specific Plan Webinar 1, Webinar 2 and subcommittee report, 10. Discussion/Action on Measure T1 proposed reductions, 11. Discussion on Proposed fee increases to City Recreation and Waterfront fees and programs, 12. PRW Commission Workplan 2023, 13. Director’s Report Ferris.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/parks-recreation-and-waterfront-commission
POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD (PAB) at 6:30 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82653396072
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 826 5359 6072
AGENDA: 3. Public Comment on agenda and non-agenda items, 5. ODPA Staff Report, 6. Chair and Member Reports, 7. Chief of Police Report, 8. Subcommittee Reports: a. Policy and Practices relating to the Downtown Task Force and Bike Unit Allegations, b. Body-worn Camera Policy, c. Conflict of Interest, 9. A. Training on Graham V. Connor, 10. A. Appointment of members to the Berkeley City Charter Section 125 Review Subcommittee, b. Consideration of ODPA proposed procedure for internal/external communications between the Board and other parties, c. Discussion regarding the proposed guidelines for PAB Subcommittees, 11. Public Comment, 12. Closed Session.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
Thursday, May 11, 2023
ZONING ADJUSTMENT BOARD at 7 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84840138056
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 or 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 848 4013 8956
AGENDA: 2. 2049 Shattuck – on consent – change alcoholic beverage license from beer & wine to beer, wine and distilled spirits
3. 2966 College – on consent – add sale of beer and wine for on-site consumption incidental to movie theater
4. 1598 University – on consent – State Density Bonus project - demolish non-residential structure and construct a 134,409 sq ft 8-story (89 ft-2in) mixed-use residential building with 207 dwelling units (including 21 very low income), 5,787 sq ft commercial space, 39 auto parking spaces, 92 bicycle parking spaces,
5. 3000 Shattuck – on action – State Density Bonus project – demolish existing gas station and construct 10-story (114 feet) mixed-use with 166 dwellings (including 17 very low income), 1,043 sq ft of commercial space.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zoning-adjustments-board
Friday, May 12, 2023 – A City Reduced Service Day
Saturday, May 13, 2023
Berkeley Neighborhoods Council at 10 am
Videoconference:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/4223188307?pwd=dFlNMVlVZ2d6b0FnSHh3ZlFwV2NMdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 422 318 8307 Passcode: 521161
AGENDA: 1. Small Business Support Package with Kieron Slaughter, CoB Office of Economic Development, 2. Proposed Downtown Developments with Steven Buckley, CoB Land Use Manager.
https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/
Sunday, May 14, 2023 – Mother’s Day
Mother’s Day Hats and High Tea from 2 – 5 pm
In-Person: Berkeley Rose Garden, 1200 Euclid
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/mothers-day-hats-and-high-tea
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AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2 pm
Draft Agenda for May 23 City Council Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1609748748
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 160 974 8748
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
AGENDA on CONSENT
1.2nd reading Arreguin - Adding BMC Chapter 13.107 Hard Hat Ordinance
2.Appointment of Standby Officers for District 8 and District 2.
3.Minutes for April 11, 13, 17, and 25
4.Appointment of new members to the Police Accountability Board by Councilmembers Humbert and Hahn.
5.Hollander, Economic Development – Annual Report for 2023 and 2024 Assessments for Telegraph Property Based Business Improvement District (TBID)
6.Hollander, Economic Development - Annual for 2023 and 2024 Assessments for Berkeley Tourism Business Improvement District (BTBID)
7.Hollander, Economic Development - Annual for 2023 and 2024 Assessments for North Shattuck Property Based Businesses (NSBID)
8.Hollander, Economic Development - Annual for 2023 and 2024 Assessments for Downtown Berkeley Property Based Businesses (DPBID)
9.Hollander, Economic Development – Contracts total $600,000 for 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2026, $200,000 with Atthowe Fine Art Services, $100,000 with Kala Art Institute, $200,000 with Preservation Arts LLC, $100,000 with ShipArt International
10.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations - $1,907,987
11.Oyekanmi, Finance – Amend Contract 32000164 add $975,000 with Synthesis Group, Inc. dba Minuteman Press for citywide copying and extend thru 1/31/2025
12.Oyekanmi, Finance – Contract (no cost given) with Stella Courier, LLC. With Stella Courier for mail room services and coverage
13.Oyekanmi, Finance – Appropriations Limit for FY 2024
14.Oyekanmi, Finance – Amend Contract 9367 $3,000,000 with Wells Fargo for Banking Services to continue the work of de-bundling and extend to 5/31/2027
15.Sprague, Fire – Contract $100,000 to align with City of Downey existing contract with Data Ticket to provide Administrative Citation Processing 5/1/2023 – 9/21/2025 with option to extend for addition three one year terms not to exceed $300,000 for 5/2023 – 9/2028
16.Sprague, Fire – Approve CoB Community Wildfire Protection Plan
17.Warhuus, HHCS – Revenue Grant total $46,080, $14,000 from State of CA for Tuberculosis Control Program, $32,080 from Alameda Co for Public Health Infrastructure Program
18.Warhuus, HHCS – Contract $200,000 with JSI Research and Training Institute, Inc. for CA Hom Visiting Program Planning Consulting Services, 7/1/2023 – 1/31/2024
19.Warhuus, HHCS – Amend Contract 32300104 add $250,000 total $500,000with Village of Love to Operate the Telegraph Neighborhood Sacred Rest Drop-in Center
20.Warhuus, HHCS – Amend Contract 32300144 with Resource Development Associates for Specialized Care Unit Evaluation
21.Fong, IT – Contract $299,710 with Accela, Inc. for software maintenance 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2025
22.Ferris, Parks – Contract $399,000 with Delta Charter for bus transportation services for Echo Lake Camp and Select Recreation Division Summer Programs 6/1/2023 – 6/1/2026
23.Ferris, Parks – Contract $436,954 includes 20% contingency $72,826 with Baldoni Construction Services, Inc. for Echo Lake Camp accessibility upgrades
24.Louis, BPD – Referral Response: Security Assessment of the 1700 and 1600 blocks of San Pablo, assessment did not indicate a need for further security improvements to the Berkeley Inn or immediate area
25.Garland, Public Works – Audit Status Report, Rocky Road, Berkeley Streets
26.Garland, Public Works – Amend Contract 10986 add $100,000 total $600,000 with Zero waste Collaborative for the Solid Waste & Recycling Transfer Station Rebuild Feasibility Study and extend to 6/30/2025
27.Garland, Public Works – Purchase Order 72 Hour, LLC, dba National Auto Fleet Group for Uplifting of Crime Scene Unit Cargo Van
28.Civic Arts Commission – Refer to City Manager Development of Artists Affordable Housing Certification Program
29.Aguilar, PAB – Contract $100,000 with AppleOne for temporary staffing services
30.Arreguin – Support Scott Weiner & Phil Ting SB 532 requires if proposed ballot measure imposes a tax, raises taxes or issues bonds, that rate and duration of tax levied be included in ballot, for full bill see https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/billNavClient.xhtml?bill_id=202320240SB532
31.Taplin – Budget Referral $600,000 for HAWK crosswalk at 6th and Addison
32.Wengraf, co-sponsor Arreguin – Support H.R. 603 HEAL Act Holocaust Education and Antisemitism Lessons Act
AGENDA on ACTION:
33.Warhuus, HHCS – Fee Increase: Condominium Conversion Program Application Fee by $30 new total $310 per application and for units currently rented by $40 total $410 and applications deferring the mitigation fee by $95 to $1040 per unit
34.Warhuus, HHCS – Fee Increase: Condominium Conversion Program Subordination Fee add $35 new total $399
35.Warhuus, HHCS – Fee Increase: Below Market Monitoring Program add $18 new total $450
36.Ferris, Parks – Selected Marina Fee Increases: - NO DOCUMENTATION OF FEE
37.Ferris, Parks – Changes to Selected Parks and Recreation Fees – NO DOCUMENTATION OF FEES
38.ZAB Appeal: 469 Kentucky Use Permit #ZP2022-0087 – demolish single family dwelling and construct a 3-story 3,310 sq ft single-family dwelling with a two-car garage, and dismiss the appeal
39.Louis, BPD – Surveillance Ordinance items related to Fixed Surveillance Cameras and Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) (Drones)
40.Energy Commission – Recommendation on Climate, Building electrification, and Sustainable Transportation Budget Priorities for FY 2023-2024
41.Arreguin – 1. Resolution calling on Hyundai and Kia to take immediate action to fix for the flaw in their vehicles that make the easy targets for car thefts, 2. Direct City Attorney to explore taking legal action against Hyundai and Kai
42.Arreguin – Contract $482,525 includes contingency of $50,000 with Badawi & Associates, CPAs for Professional Auditing Services to perform annual financial audits of City’s financial statements and perform annual compliance audits required by Single Audit Act of 1984 (revised 1996) for 5/22/2023 – 6/30/2026 with option to extend for 2 additional years
43.Bartlett, co-sponsor Arreguin – Adopting temporary exemption from the collection of taxes under BMC Chapter 9.04.136(D): Tax Rate for Non-Medical and Medical Cannabis Businesses
44.Robinson, co-sponsors Taplin, Kesarwani, Humbert – Referral to City Manager to assess the viability of transforming the University & I-80 interchange with the goal of removing the I-80 at-grade barrier between the Berkeley Marina and the rest of the City and explore related grant opportunities, like Tunnel Tops in San Francisco
INFORMATION REPORTS:
45.Audit Recommendation Status – 911 Dispatchers: Understaffing Leads to Excessive to Overtime and Low Morale
46.Audit Recommendation Status – Data Analysis of the City of Berkeley’s Police Response
47.Audit Recommendation Status – Berkeley Police Improvements Needed to Manage Overtime and Security Work for Outside Entities
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May 9, 2023 AGENDA for CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1603158470
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 160 315 8470
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT
1.Proposition Procedures and Five Year Zero Waste Schedule (garbage pick-up rates)
2.Brown, City Attorney – Waiver of Sanctuary City Ordinance to Amend Westlaw Subscription
3.Friedrichsen, Budget Manager – First reading of an Ordinance amending FY 2023 Annual Appropriations Ordinance (AAO) $27,740,780 (gross) and $29,4588,924 (net)
4.Williams-Ridley, City Manager – Appointment of David Sprague-Livingston as Fire Chief
5.Williams-Ridley, City Manager – Appointment of Jennifer Louis as Police Chief
6.Oyekanmi, Finance - $7,305,000 Formal bid solicitations
7.Warhuus, HHCS – Apply for and accept $5,000,000 from State of CA Local Housing Trust Fund program and apply to St. Paul Terrace (2024 Ashby) via the City’s Housing Trust Fund
8.Warhuus, HHCS – Amend contract #31900263 add General Funds $98,275, Safe at Home Program $24,575, Community Facility Improvement $122,850 amended total $614,250 with Rebuilding Together East Bay-North and extend to 6/30/2024
9.Warhuus, HHCS – Contract $75,000 with Optimas Services, Inc for consulting services related to Mental Health Medi-Cal Billing and the CalAIM Initiative
10.Warhuus, HHCS – Amend contract #32300108 add $50,000 total $99,500 with Street Level Advisors, LLC for housing consulting services and extend to 6/30/2024
11.Warhuus, HHCS – Contract $110,000 with Pacific Site Management Landscaping for 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2026
12.Warhuus, HHCS – Contract $380,000 with resource Development Associates for consultation services to support HHCS program assessment and planning
13.Warhuus, HHCS – Contract $100,000 with Hansine Fisher & Associates for Targeted Case Management and Medi-Cal Administrative Activities for 7/1/2023-6/30/2024
14.Warhuus, HHCS – Revenue Grant Agreement: funding support from Essential Access Health to conduct Public Health Services $180,000 for 4/1/2023 – 3/30/2024
15.Warhuus, HHCS – Revenue Grant Agreements: funding support from the state of CA to conduct Public Health Services CHDP and EPSDT and HCPCFC $303,709, MCAH $375,000, Tobacco Trust Fund $300,000 all for FY 2024; Immunization Program $1,368,080 for FY 2023-2027, CRI $1,368,080 for FY 2023-2027, CLPPP $107,374 per year for FY 2024-2026 total $322,123, CFHL $487,170 for FY 2024-2027
16.Warhuus, HHCS – Revenue Grant Agreements: funding support from Alameda County for health promotion, protection and prevention services all for FY 2024, Foster Care $96,500, Berkeley High and Berkeley technology Academy Health Center Programs $181,208, School Linked Health Services Program $200,011, Tobacco Prevention $78,960
17.Warhuus, HHCS – Accept $650,928 from CA Dept of Public Health Strengthening Public Health Initiative for 12/1/2022 – 11/30/2027
18.Kouyoumdjian, Human Resources – Establish Classification and Salary for Electrical Supervisor and Communications Supervisor monthly salary range $9,666.8000 - $10,882.1055
19.Ferris, Parks – Donation $3,400 for Memorial Bench at Mortar Rock Park in memory of Charles D. Sooy
20.Ferris, Parks – Amend contract #32100138 add $1,000,000 with AnchorCM and amend #32100144 add $1,000,000 with Park Engineering, Inc. for on-call Waterfront Project and Construction Management Services total for both contracts $4,000,000 and extend 6/30/2024-6/30/2025
21.Ferris, Parks – Contract $360,000 with Elavon for credit card payment processing transaction services for the Recreation Division’s online registration system for 6/1/2023 to 5/31/2027
22.Ferris, Parks – Amend contract #32200098 add $138,000 total $1,338,000 with ERA Construction, Inc. for the O&K Docks electrical upgrade project
23.Garland, Public Works – Agreement with EBMUD for Sewer Service Billing and Collection $6,100,000 for 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2033
24.Wong, Auditor – Amend contract add $100,000 total $124,000 with Missionmark for Audit Management and Recommendation Tracking Software and extend to 5/30/2027
25.May, Fire Dept – Approval of Additional Disaster and Fire Safety Commission Meeting
AGENDA on ACTION:
26.Friedrichsen, Budget Manager – FY 2024 Proposed Budget Updates and FY 2024 Proposed Budget Update Public Hearing #1
27.Warhuus, HHCS – Submission of the ProgramYear (FY 2024) Annual Action Plan Containing Allocations of Federal Funds
28.Kouyoumdjian, Human Resources – Resolution of Intention to Amend the Miscellaneous CalPERS Contract to Effectuate PEPRA Cost Sharing Agreements
INFORMATION REPORTS:
29.Oyekanmi, Finance - FY 2023 2nd Quarter Investment Report ended 12/31/2022
30.Warhuus, HHCS – Annual Report on the Ronald V. Dellums Fair Chance Access to Housing Ordinance
31.Klein, Planning and Development - LPO NOD 1919 Addison
32.Klein, Planning and Development – LPO NOD 0 Center Street – Civic Center Park
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LAND USE CALENDAR:
Public Hearings
469 Kentucky (single family dwelling) 5/23/2023
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report
June 20 - Climate Action Plan and Resilience Update, Berkeley Economic Dashboards Update,
July 18 – Draft Waterfront Specific Plan (tentative)
Unscheduled Presentations:
Fire Dept Standards of Coverage and Community Risk Assessment None
City Policies for Managing Parking Around BART Stations
Unfunded Liability Obligations and Unfunded Infrastructure Needs
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Worth Noting:
Another busy week. The funding gap for approved T1 projects ate up another Council Budget and Finance Committee on Thursday, meaning a special extra Budget meeting will be scheduled. Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at https://berkeleyca.gov/
- Sunday: Bay Area Book Festival
- Monday:
- 10 am the Council Health Life, Enrichment Equity & Community meets in the hybrid format.
- 1 pm the Community Health Commission Subcommittee meets online on long term care facilities
- 2 pm (note time) the Agenda Committee meets in the hybrid format to plan the May 23 City Council Regular Meeting agenda. Use the link below or read the full draft agenda at the end of the list of city meetings.
- 3 pm City council meets in closed session on labor negotiations,
- 6:30 pm the Youth Commission meets in person.
- Tuesday: City Council meets at 6 pm in the hybrid format. Confirmation of Police Chief Louis is item 5 on Consent.
- Wednesday:
- 6 – 8 pm is an in person open house on the North Berkeley BART Plan.
- 6:30 pm the PAB meets in the hybrid format.
- 7 pm the Homeless Services Panel of Experts meets in person on Measure P.
- 7 pm the Parks Commission meets on the Waterfront Specific Plan.
- Thursday: The Zoning Adjustment Board meets in the hybrid format with two State Density Bonus projects on the agenda, 1598 University and 3000 Shattuck.
- Saturday: 10 am Berkeley Neighborhoods Council meets online. Two presentations by city staff are on the agenda, the Small Business Support Package and proposed downtown development.
- Sunday: 2 -5 pm a Mother’s Day Hats and High Tea at the Rose Garden.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, May 7, 2023
BAY AREA BOOK FESTIVAL 2023
Outdoor Fair events – one-day only – on Sunday
No hours are listed on the festival website for the outdoor fair
https://www.baybookfest.org/
Monday, May 8, 2023
HEALTH, LIFE, ENRICHMENT EQUITY & COMMUNITY at 10 am
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1601472164
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 160 147 2164
AGENDA: 2. Berkeley Food Utility and Access Resilience Measure (FARM), 3. Referral Response from Community Health Commission Responsible Psychedelic Drug Policy Reform in Berkeley.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-health-life-enrichment-equity-community
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1609748748
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 160 974 8748
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 5/23/2023 draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda below at the end of the list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Worksessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, Unscheduled Items: 8. COVID, 9. Discussion of Potential Changes to City Council Legislative Process, 10. Modifications or Improvements to City Council Meeting Procedures (referred by Council at the March 14, 2023 meeting), 11. Strengthening and Supporting City Commission: Guidance on Development of Legislative Proposals, 12. Discussion Regarding Design and Strengthening of Policy Committees Process and Structure (Including Budget Referrals).
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
CITY COUNCIL Closed Session at 3 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1612609972
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 161 260 9972
AGENDA: 1. Conference with Labor Negotiators, Employee Organizations: Berkeley Fire Fighters association Local 1227 I.A.F.F., Berkeley Fire Fighters association Local 1227 I.A.F.F / Berkeley Chief Fire Officers Association; Berkeley Police Association.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
COMMUNITY HEALTH COMMISSION Health Facilities Subcommittee at 1 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87903569046?pwd=d1NsT0QzR0hpNXFjcnFuYWNVUDFoQT09
Teleconference: 1-305-224-1968 Meeting ID: 879 0356 9046 Passcode: 120168
AGENDA: Bartlett - Discussion regarding City Council Referral on Long Term Care Facilities.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/community-health-commission
YOUTH COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
In-Person: 1730 Oregon, MLK Jr. Youth Services Center/YAP
AGENDA: 9. Youth Commission responsibility, 10. Action: Youth Commission Work Plan 2023-2024.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/youth-commission
Tuesday, May 9, 2023
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1603158470
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 160 315 8470
AGENDA: Use the link and choose the meeting html option or see the agenda listed at the end of the calendar.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Wednesday, May 10, 2023
North Berkeley BART OPEN HOUSE from 6 – 8 pm
In-Person: 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: Drop in anytime to see proposed plans and provide input on transportation bike and pedestrian routes, urban design, open space including the Ohlone Greenway, outdoor amenities and plants, ground floor uses, architecture and building design.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/north-berkeley-bart-open-house
HOMELESS SERVICES PANEL of EXPERTS Special Meeting at 7 pm
In-Person: 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 7. Review Programs, current and proposed, funded under Measure P and establish priorities for funding. Discussion and possible action.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/homeless-services-panel-experts
PARKS, RECREATION, and WATERFRONT COMMISSION (PRW) at 7 pm
In-Person: 2800 Park, Frances Albrier Community Center Auditorium
AGENDA: 7. Chair’s Report, 8. Presentation on Undergrounding Interstate 80 in Berkeley, 9. Presentation/Action on Waterfront Specific Plan Webinar 1, Webinar 2 and subcommittee report, 10. Discussion/Action on Measure T1 proposed reductions, 11. Discussion on Proposed fee increases to City Recreation and Waterfront fees and programs, 12. PRW Commission Workplan 2023, 13. Director’s Report Ferris.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/parks-recreation-and-waterfront-commission
POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD (PAB) at 6:30 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82653396072
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 826 5359 6072
AGENDA: 3. Public Comment on agenda and non-agenda items, 5. ODPA Staff Report, 6. Chair and Member Reports, 7. Chief of Police Report, 8. Subcommittee Reports: a. Policy and Practices relating to the Downtown Task Force and Bike Unit Allegations, b. Body-worn Camera Policy, c. Conflict of Interest, 9. A. Training on Graham V. Connor, 10. A. Appointment of members to the Berkeley City Charter Section 125 Review Subcommittee, b. Consideration of ODPA proposed procedure for internal/external communications between the Board and other parties, c. Discussion regarding the proposed guidelines for PAB Subcommittees, 11. Public Comment, 12. Closed Session.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
Thursday, May 11, 2023
ZONING ADJUSTMENT BOARD at 7 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84840138056
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 or 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 848 4013 8956
AGENDA: 2. 2049 Shattuck – on consent – change alcoholic beverage license from beer & wine to beer, wine and distilled spirits
3. 2966 College – on consent – add sale of beer and wine for on-site consumption incidental to movie theater
4. 1598 University – on consent – State Density Bonus project - demolish non-residential structure and construct a 134,409 sq ft 8-story (89 ft-2in) mixed-use residential building with 207 dwelling units (including 21 very low income), 5,787 sq ft commercial space, 39 auto parking spaces, 92 bicycle parking spaces,
5. 3000 Shattuck – on action – State Density Bonus project – demolish existing gas station and construct 10-story (114 feet) mixed-use with 166 dwellings (including 17 very low income), 1,043 sq ft of commercial space.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zoning-adjustments-board
Friday, May 12, 2023 – A City Reduced Service Day
Saturday, May 13, 2023
Berkeley Neighborhoods Council at 10 am
Videoconference:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/4223188307?pwd=dFlNMVlVZ2d6b0FnSHh3ZlFwV2NMdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 422 318 8307 Passcode: 521161
AGENDA: 1. Small Business Support Package with Kieron Slaughter, CoB Office of Economic Development, 2. Proposed Downtown Developments with Steven Buckley, CoB Land Use Manager.
https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/
Sunday, May 14, 2023 – Mother’s Day
Mother’s Day Hats and High Tea from 2 – 5 pm
In-Person: Berkeley Rose Garden, 1200 Euclid
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/mothers-day-hats-and-high-tea
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AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2 pm
Draft Agenda for May 23 City Council Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1609748748
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 160 974 8748
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
AGENDA on CONSENT
1.2nd reading Arreguin - Adding BMC Chapter 13.107 Hard Hat Ordinance
2.Appointment of Standby Officers for District 8 and District 2.
3.Minutes for April 11, 13, 17, and 25
4.Appointment of new members to the Police Accountability Board by Councilmembers Humbert and Hahn.
5.Hollander, Economic Development – Annual Report for 2023 and 2024 Assessments for Telegraph Property Based Business Improvement District (TBID)
6.Hollander, Economic Development - Annual for 2023 and 2024 Assessments for Berkeley Tourism Business Improvement District (BTBID)
7.Hollander, Economic Development - Annual for 2023 and 2024 Assessments for North Shattuck Property Based Businesses (NSBID)
8.Hollander, Economic Development - Annual for 2023 and 2024 Assessments for Downtown Berkeley Property Based Businesses (DPBID)
9.Hollander, Economic Development – Contracts total $600,000 for 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2026, $200,000 with Atthowe Fine Art Services, $100,000 with Kala Art Institute, $200,000 with Preservation Arts LLC, $100,000 with ShipArt International
10.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations - $1,907,987
11.Oyekanmi, Finance – Amend Contract 32000164 add $975,000 with Synthesis Group, Inc. dba Minuteman Press for citywide copying and extend thru 1/31/2025
12.Oyekanmi, Finance – Contract (no cost given) with Stella Courier, LLC. With Stella Courier for mail room services and coverage
13.Oyekanmi, Finance – Appropriations Limit for FY 2024
14.Oyekanmi, Finance – Amend Contract 9367 $3,000,000 with Wells Fargo for Banking Services to continue the work of de-bundling and extend to 5/31/2027
15.Sprague, Fire – Contract $100,000 to align with City of Downey existing contract with Data Ticket to provide Administrative Citation Processing 5/1/2023 – 9/21/2025 with option to extend for addition three one year terms not to exceed $300,000 for 5/2023 – 9/2028
16.Sprague, Fire – Approve CoB Community Wildfire Protection Plan
17.Warhuus, HHCS – Revenue Grant total $46,080, $14,000 from State of CA for Tuberculosis Control Program, $32,080 from Alameda Co for Public Health Infrastructure Program
18.Warhuus, HHCS – Contract $200,000 with JSI Research and Training Institute, Inc. for CA Hom Visiting Program Planning Consulting Services, 7/1/2023 – 1/31/2024
19.Warhuus, HHCS – Amend Contract 32300104 add $250,000 total $500,000with Village of Love to Operate the Telegraph Neighborhood Sacred Rest Drop-in Center
20.Warhuus, HHCS – Amend Contract 32300144 with Resource Development Associates for Specialized Care Unit Evaluation
21.Fong, IT – Contract $299,710 with Accela, Inc. for software maintenance 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2025
22.Ferris, Parks – Contract $399,000 with Delta Charter for bus transportation services for Echo Lake Camp and Select Recreation Division Summer Programs 6/1/2023 – 6/1/2026
23.Ferris, Parks – Contract $436,954 includes 20% contingency $72,826 with Baldoni Construction Services, Inc. for Echo Lake Camp accessibility upgrades
24.Louis, BPD – Referral Response: Security Assessment of the 1700 and 1600 blocks of San Pablo, assessment did not indicate a need for further security improvements to the Berkeley Inn or immediate area
25.Garland, Public Works – Audit Status Report, Rocky Road, Berkeley Streets
26.Garland, Public Works – Amend Contract 10986 add $100,000 total $600,000 with Zero waste Collaborative for the Solid Waste & Recycling Transfer Station Rebuild Feasibility Study and extend to 6/30/2025
27.Garland, Public Works – Purchase Order 72 Hour, LLC, dba National Auto Fleet Group for Uplifting of Crime Scene Unit Cargo Van
28.Civic Arts Commission – Refer to City Manager Development of Artists Affordable Housing Certification Program
29.Aguilar, PAB – Contract $100,000 with AppleOne for temporary staffing services
30.Arreguin – Support Scott Weiner & Phil Ting SB 532 requires if proposed ballot measure imposes a tax, raises taxes or issues bonds, that rate and duration of tax levied be included in ballot, for full bill see https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/billNavClient.xhtml?bill_id=202320240SB532
31.Taplin – Budget Referral $600,000 for HAWK crosswalk at 6th and Addison
32.Wengraf, co-sponsor Arreguin – Support H.R. 603 HEAL Act Holocaust Education and Antisemitism Lessons Act
AGENDA on ACTION:
33.Warhuus, HHCS – Fee Increase: Condominium Conversion Program Application Fee by $30 new total $310 per application and for units currently rented by $40 total $410 and applications deferring the mitigation fee by $95 to $1040 per unit
34.Warhuus, HHCS – Fee Increase: Condominium Conversion Program Subordination Fee add $35 new total $399
35.Warhuus, HHCS – Fee Increase: Below Market Monitoring Program add $18 new total $450
36.Ferris, Parks – Selected Marina Fee Increases: - NO DOCUMENTATION OF FEE
37.Ferris, Parks – Changes to Selected Parks and Recreation Fees – NO DOCUMENTATION OF FEES
38.ZAB Appeal: 469 Kentucky Use Permit #ZP2022-0087 – demolish single family dwelling and construct a 3-story 3,310 sq ft single-family dwelling with a two-car garage, and dismiss the appeal
39.Louis, BPD – Surveillance Ordinance items related to Fixed Surveillance Cameras and Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) (Drones)
40.Energy Commission – Recommendation on Climate, Building electrification, and Sustainable Transportation Budget Priorities for FY 2023-2024
41.Arreguin – 1. Resolution calling on Hyundai and Kia to take immediate action to fix for the flaw in their vehicles that make the easy targets for car thefts, 2. Direct City Attorney to explore taking legal action against Hyundai and Kai
42.Arreguin – Contract $482,525 includes contingency of $50,000 with Badawi & Associates, CPAs for Professional Auditing Services to perform annual financial audits of City’s financial statements and perform annual compliance audits required by Single Audit Act of 1984 (revised 1996) for 5/22/2023 – 6/30/2026 with option to extend for 2 additional years
43.Bartlett, co-sponsor Arreguin – Adopting temporary exemption from the collection of taxes under BMC Chapter 9.04.136(D): Tax Rate for Non-Medical and Medical Cannabis Businesses
44.Robinson, co-sponsors Taplin, Kesarwani, Humbert – Referral to City Manager to assess the viability of transforming the University & I-80 interchange with the goal of removing the I-80 at-grade barrier between the Berkeley Marina and the rest of the City and explore related grant opportunities, like Tunnel Tops in San Francisco
INFORMATION REPORTS:
45.Audit Recommendation Status – 911 Dispatchers: Understaffing Leads to Excessive to Overtime and Low Morale
46.Audit Recommendation Status – Data Analysis of the City of Berkeley’s Police Response
47.Audit Recommendation Status – Berkeley Police Improvements Needed to Manage Overtime and Security Work for Outside Entities
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May 9, 2023 AGENDA for CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1603158470
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 160 315 8470
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT
1.Proposition Procedures and Five Year Zero Waste Schedule (garbage pick-up rates)
2.Brown, City Attorney – Waiver of Sanctuary City Ordinance to Amend Westlaw Subscription
3.Friedrichsen, Budget Manager – First reading of an Ordinance amending FY 2023 Annual Appropriations Ordinance (AAO) $27,740,780 (gross) and $29,4588,924 (net)
4.Williams-Ridley, City Manager – Appointment of David Sprague-Livingston as Fire Chief
5.Williams-Ridley, City Manager – Appointment of Jennifer Louis as Police Chief
6.Oyekanmi, Finance - $7,305,000 Formal bid solicitations
7.Warhuus, HHCS – Apply for and accept $5,000,000 from State of CA Local Housing Trust Fund program and apply to St. Paul Terrace (2024 Ashby) via the City’s Housing Trust Fund
8.Warhuus, HHCS – Amend contract #31900263 add General Funds $98,275, Safe at Home Program $24,575, Community Facility Improvement $122,850 amended total $614,250 with Rebuilding Together East Bay-North and extend to 6/30/2024
9.Warhuus, HHCS – Contract $75,000 with Optimas Services, Inc for consulting services related to Mental Health Medi-Cal Billing and the CalAIM Initiative
10.Warhuus, HHCS – Amend contract #32300108 add $50,000 total $99,500 with Street Level Advisors, LLC for housing consulting services and extend to 6/30/2024
11.Warhuus, HHCS – Contract $110,000 with Pacific Site Management Landscaping for 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2026
12.Warhuus, HHCS – Contract $380,000 with resource Development Associates for consultation services to support HHCS program assessment and planning
13.Warhuus, HHCS – Contract $100,000 with Hansine Fisher & Associates for Targeted Case Management and Medi-Cal Administrative Activities for 7/1/2023-6/30/2024
14.Warhuus, HHCS – Revenue Grant Agreement: funding support from Essential Access Health to conduct Public Health Services $180,000 for 4/1/2023 – 3/30/2024
15.Warhuus, HHCS – Revenue Grant Agreements: funding support from the state of CA to conduct Public Health Services CHDP and EPSDT and HCPCFC $303,709, MCAH $375,000, Tobacco Trust Fund $300,000 all for FY 2024; Immunization Program $1,368,080 for FY 2023-2027, CRI $1,368,080 for FY 2023-2027, CLPPP $107,374 per year for FY 2024-2026 total $322,123, CFHL $487,170 for FY 2024-2027
16.Warhuus, HHCS – Revenue Grant Agreements: funding support from Alameda County for health promotion, protection and prevention services all for FY 2024, Foster Care $96,500, Berkeley High and Berkeley technology Academy Health Center Programs $181,208, School Linked Health Services Program $200,011, Tobacco Prevention $78,960
17.Warhuus, HHCS – Accept $650,928 from CA Dept of Public Health Strengthening Public Health Initiative for 12/1/2022 – 11/30/2027
18.Kouyoumdjian, Human Resources – Establish Classification and Salary for Electrical Supervisor and Communications Supervisor monthly salary range $9,666.8000 - $10,882.1055
19.Ferris, Parks – Donation $3,400 for Memorial Bench at Mortar Rock Park in memory of Charles D. Sooy
20.Ferris, Parks – Amend contract #32100138 add $1,000,000 with AnchorCM and amend #32100144 add $1,000,000 with Park Engineering, Inc. for on-call Waterfront Project and Construction Management Services total for both contracts $4,000,000 and extend 6/30/2024-6/30/2025
21.Ferris, Parks – Contract $360,000 with Elavon for credit card payment processing transaction services for the Recreation Division’s online registration system for 6/1/2023 to 5/31/2027
22.Ferris, Parks – Amend contract #32200098 add $138,000 total $1,338,000 with ERA Construction, Inc. for the O&K Docks electrical upgrade project
23.Garland, Public Works – Agreement with EBMUD for Sewer Service Billing and Collection $6,100,000 for 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2033
24.Wong, Auditor – Amend contract add $100,000 total $124,000 with Missionmark for Audit Management and Recommendation Tracking Software and extend to 5/30/2027
25.May, Fire Dept – Approval of Additional Disaster and Fire Safety Commission Meeting
AGENDA on ACTION:
26.Friedrichsen, Budget Manager – FY 2024 Proposed Budget Updates and FY 2024 Proposed Budget Update Public Hearing #1
27.Warhuus, HHCS – Submission of the ProgramYear (FY 2024) Annual Action Plan Containing Allocations of Federal Funds
28.Kouyoumdjian, Human Resources – Resolution of Intention to Amend the Miscellaneous CalPERS Contract to Effectuate PEPRA Cost Sharing Agreements
INFORMATION REPORTS:
29.Oyekanmi, Finance - FY 2023 2nd Quarter Investment Report ended 12/31/2022
30.Warhuus, HHCS – Annual Report on the Ronald V. Dellums Fair Chance Access to Housing Ordinance
31.Klein, Planning and Development - LPO NOD 1919 Addison
32.Klein, Planning and Development – LPO NOD 0 Center Street – Civic Center Park
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LAND USE CALENDAR:
Public Hearings
469 Kentucky (single family dwelling) 5/23/2023
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report
June 20 - Climate Action Plan and Resilience Update, Berkeley Economic Dashboards Update,
July 18 – Draft Waterfront Specific Plan (tentative)
Unscheduled Presentations:
Fire Dept Standards of Coverage and Community Risk Assessment None
City Policies for Managing Parking Around BART Stations
Unfunded Liability Obligations and Unfunded Infrastructure Needs
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April 30 - May 7, 2023
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The April 25 City Council Regular Meeting Agenda is available for public comment and follows below this calendar of meetings.
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Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, April 30, 2023 - No city meetings listed.
Monday, May 1, 2023
Council LAND USE, HOUSING & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT at 10 am
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1603285918
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 160 328 5918
AGENDA: 2. Arreguin, co-sponsor Hahn – Tenant Habitability Plan and amendments to Relocation Ordinance, 3. Hahn, co-sponsors Harrison, Taplin – Budget Referral $250,000 for Study to support Housing Element commitment to increase housing on higher-resourced (wealthier neighborhoods) commercial avenues of Solano, North Shattuck and College Avenue
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-land-use-housing-economic-development
CITY COUNCIL CLOSED SESSION at 3 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1611791416
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 161 179 1416
AGENDA: 1. Existing litigation a. Stachl v City of Berkeley RG20074265, 2. a. Significant exposure to litigation see April 22, 2023 letter from David H. Blackwell on behalf of Mevlanarumi LLC. Owners of 2023-25 Shattuck, 2.a. Communications, Tuija Catalano, on behalf of Reuben, Junius & Rose LLP, b. Alejandres v. City of Berkeley CA Civil Rights Dept, #202209-18233514, 3. Conference with Labor Negotiators, Employee Organizations: Berkeley Fire Fighters Association Local 1227 I.A.F.F., Berkeley Police Association Public Employees Union Local 1
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
PEACE and JUSTICE COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 8. Presentation and Discussion by Share Members and Mayor Victor Hugo Tejada of Las Vegas, Honduras, 9. Pass a resolution to establish a Sister City with Las Vegas Honduras and Santa Barbara Honduras, 10. Seating at Post Offices, 11. Discuss the Shellmound and possible modification of Land Acknowledgement, 12. Discuss Reimagining Public Safety in Berkeley
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/peace-and-justice-commission
PERSONNEL BOARD at 7 pm
In-Person: 1301 Shattuck, Live Oak Community Center, Fireside Room
AGENDA: V. Request for Extension of Temporary Community Service Specialist III Joshua Oehler, Senior Management Analyst Rhianna Babka, and Senior Development Project Coordinator Jenny Wyant, VI. Recommendation Amending Fire Captain II Job Class Specification, VII. Recommendation amending the Police Officer Recruit Job Class Specification, VIII. Recommendation for Creating Lactation Counselor Job Class Specification, IX. Recommendation amending the Audit Manager Job Class Specification
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/personnel-board
WATERFRONT SPECIFIC PLAN WEBINAR from 6:30 – 8:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83258360468
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 832 5836 0468 Passcode: 366537
AGENDA: Discussion on design standards for Nature and Recreation (Cesar Chavez Park is excluded
https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/CABERKE/bulletins/357b7e8
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/waterfront-specific-plan-webinar-1
Tuesday, May 2, 2023
4 x 4 JOINT TASK FORCE COMMITTEE at 3 pm (City Council and Rent Board)
A Hybrid Meeting:
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 1st floor, cypress Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1619359698?pwd=bHRJSHp5Z2MyMTNPOXBoWDlhcEJRUT09
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 Meeting ID: 161 935 9698 Passcode: 435279
AGENDA: 6. Eviction Moratorium, 7. Housing Retention Program, 8. Discussion regarding approval process for messages in the City of Berkeley newsletter, to promote short-term rentals, 9. Update on Tenant Habitability
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/4x4-joint-task-force-committee-housing
CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1612900378
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 161 290 0378
AGENDA: 1. Adding BMC Chapter 13.107 Hard Hat Ordinance, helping to achieve responsible development with healthcare and apprenticeship training standards, 1. Establish standards for private development, 2. Refer to City Manager and Planning Commission if necessary to include analysis of the costs, feasibility, recommend adjustments to impact fees to offset the cost of new requirements, bring back to council enabling legislation if necessary, consider upzoning downtown for increased number of taller buildings, refer to 2024 budget process.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
goBerkeley SmartSpace COMMUNITY Meeting from 6:30 – 8 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
Register to attend in person or receive virtual link
Register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/goberkeley-smartspace-may-2023-community-meeting-tickets-594924965587
In-Person: 2236 Parker, LIFE Adventist Church
AGENDA: goBerkeley SmartSpace is a grant-funded pilot program for parking management
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/goberkeley-smartspace-community-meeting-findings-next-steps
Wednesday, May 3, 2023
BOARD of LIBRARY TRUSTEES (BOLT) at 6:30 pm
In-Person: 1901 Russell, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch
AGENDA: II.B. Consent Amend Contract add $325,000 total $1,200,000 with L.J. Kruse Company for HVAC plumbing repair and preventive maintenance, III.A. Action: Interview Trustee candidates, B. Recommendation to City Council
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
HOMELESS SERVICES PANEL of EXPERTS at 7 pm
In-Person: 1901 North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 7. Review programs, current and proposed, funded under Measure P and establish priorities for funding
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/homeless-services-panel-experts
PLANNING COMMISSION at 5:30 pm
In-Person: 1901 Hearst North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 5 Staff report, 10. Public Hearing Tentative Tract Map #8639, 11. Public Hearing ADU Amendments to conform to current state law and HCD Guidance, 12. Public Hearing: State Law Technical Edits, 13. Poll for Special Meeting on July 19, 2023
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/planning-commission
WATERFRONT SPECIFIC PLAN WEBINAR from 6:30 – 8:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87859978480
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 878 5997 8480 Passcode: 164630
AGENDA: Discussion on design standards for Commercial Development and Parking
https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/CABERKE/bulletins/357b7e8
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/waterfront-specific-plan-webinar-2
Thursday, May 4, 2023
BUDGET and FINANCE COMMITTEE at 9 am
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 1st Floor, Cypress Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1613420519
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID:
AGENDA: 2. Measure T1 funding gap, 3. Second Amendment to the FY 2023 Annual Appropriations Ordinance, 4. FY 2024 Mid-biennial Budget Update, 5. Measure P FY 2024 Mid-biennial Update
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-budget-finance
FACILITIES, INFRASTRUCTURE, TRANSPORTATION, ENVIRONMENT, SUSTAINABILITY (FITES) at 1 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1609443290
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 160 944 3290
AGENDA: 2. Garland - Audit Status Report: Underfunded Mandate: Resources, strategic plan and communication needed to continue progress towards the year 2020 zero waste goal 3. Garland - Audit Status Report: unified vision of zero waste activities will help align service levels with billing and ensure customer equity, 4. Kesarwani, co-sponsors Humbert, Taplin - Budget Referral: Additional street maintenance funding to improve pavement condition, saving tax dollars and our streets
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-facilities-infrastructure-transportation-environment-sustainability
HOUSING ADVISORY COMMISSION (HAC) at 7 pm
In-Person: 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. Discussion & possible action to recommend Housing Trust Fund program funding for Ephesian Legacy Court (1708 Harmon), 7. Discussion & possible action to recommend Housing Trust Fund program funding for Woolsey Gardens (3120-3130 Shattuck), 8. Update on Fair Access and Transparency for Rental Housing Applications Ordinance Subcommittee
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/housing-advisory-commission
LANDMARKS PRESERVATION COMMISSION (LPC) at 7 pm
In-Person: 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. 60 Panoramic Way – Landmark or Structure of Merit Designation, 7. 910 Indian Rock – Consider a request from a group of residents to initiate consideration of City Landmark or Structure of Merit for a Walter H. Ratcliff Jr. residential property, 8. 2531 Ridge Road Consider a request for a residential property for consideration of City Landmark or Structure of Merit, 9. 2132-2154 Center – Thomas Block Building, consider initiating City Landmark or Structure of Merit.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/landmarks-preservation-commission
WATER EMERGENCY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY (WETA) at 1 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: Port of San Francisco Pier 1
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89718217408
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 897 1821 7408 Password: 33779
AGENDA: 4. Report Chair, 5. Report Directors, 6. Reports Staff, 8. Adopt WETA fare policy and program FY 2024-2028, 9. Contract for Vallejo terminal reconfiguration, EIR and permitting services, 10. Contracts for on-call pilot and emergency ferry services, 11. Draft final WETA zero emissions plan, 12. Review proposed FY 2023/2024 budget and salary schedule.
https://weta.sanfranciscobayferry.com/next-board-meeting
Friday, May 5, 2023 - No city meetings listed.
Saturday, May 6, 2023
BAY AREA BOOK FESTIVAL 2023
Programs start at 11 am, check website
https://www.baybookfest.org/
Sunday, May 7, 2023
BAY AREA BOOK FESTIVAL 2023 from
Outdoor Fair – one-day only – on Sunday
No hours are listed on the festival website for the outdoor fair
https://www.baybookfest.org/
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May 9, 2023 AGENDA for CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1603158470
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 160 315 8470
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT
1.Proposition Procedures and Five Year Zero Waste Schedule (garbage pick-up rates)
2.Brown, City Attorney – Waiver of Sanctuary City Ordinance to Amend Westlaw Subscription
3.Friedrichsen, Budget Manager – First reading of an Ordinance amending FY 2023 Annual Appropriations Ordinance (AAO) $27,740,780 (gross) and $29,4588,924 (net)
4.Williams-Ridley, City Manager – Appointment of David Sprague-Livingston as Fire Chief
5.Williams-Ridley, City Manager – Appointment of Jennifer Louis as Police Chief
6.Oyekanmi, Finance - $7,305,000 Formal bid solicitations
7.Warhuus, HHCS – Apply for and accept $5,000,000 from State of CA Local Housing Trust Fund program and apply to St. Paul Terrace (2024 Ashby) vis City’s Housing Trust Fund
8.Warhuus, HHCS – Amend contract #31900263 add General Funds $98,275, Safe at Home Program $24,575, Community Facility Improvement $122,850 amended total $614,250 with Rebuilding Together East Bay-North and extend to 6/30/2024
9.Warhuus, HHCS – Contract $75,000 with Optimas Services, Inc for consulting services related to Mental Health Medi-Cal Billing and the CalAIM Initiative
10.Warhuus, HHCS – Amend contract #32300108 add $50,000 total $99,500 with Street Level Advisors, LLC for housing consulting services and extend to 6/30/2024
11.Warhuus, HHCS – Contract $110,000 with Pacific Site Management Landscaping for 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2026
12.Warhuus, HHCS – Contract $380,000 with resource Development Associates for consultation services to support HHCS program assessment and planning
13.Warhuus, HHCS – Contract $100,000 with Hansine Fisher & Associates for Targeted Case Management and Medi-Cal Administrative Activities for 7/1/2023-6/30/2024
14.Warhuus, HHCS – Revenue Grant Agreement: funding support from Essential Access Health to conduct Public Health Services $180,000 for 4/1/2023 – 3/30/2024
15.Warhuus, HHCS – Revenue Grant Agreements: funding support from the state of CA to conduct Public Health Services CHDP and EPSDT and HCPCFC $303,709, MCAH $375,000, Tobacco Trust Fund $300,000 all for FY 2024; Immunization Program $1,368,080 for FY 2023-2027, CRI $1,368,080 for FY 2023-2027, CLPPP $107,374 per year for FY 2024-2026 total $322,123, CFHL $487,170 for FY 2024-2027
16.Warhuus, HHCS – Revenue Grant Agreements: funding support from Alameda County for health promotion, protection and prevention services all for FY 2024, Foster Care $96,500, Berkeley High and Berkeley technology Academy Health Center Programs $181,208, School Linked Health Services Program $200,011, Tobacco Prevention $78,960
17.Warhuus, HHCS – Accept $650,928 from CA Dept of Public Health Strengthening Public Health Initiative for 12/1/2022 – 11/30/2027
18.Kouyoumdjian, Human Resources – Establish Classification and Salary for Electrical Supervisor and Communications Supervisor monthly salary range $9,666.8000 - $10,882.1055
19.Ferris, Parks – Donation $3,400 for Memorial Bench at Mortar Rock Park in memory of Charles D. Sooy
20.Ferris, Parks – Amend contract #32100138 add $1,000,000 with AnchorCM and amend #32100144 add $1,000,000 with Park Engineering, Inc. for on-call Waterfront Project and Construction Management Services total for both contracts $4,000,000 and extend 6/30/2024-6/30/2025
21.Ferris, Parks – Contract $360,000 with Elavon for credit card payment processing transaction services for the Recreation Division’s online registration system for 6/1/2023 to 5/31/2027
22.Ferris, Parks – Amend contract #32200098 add $138,000 total $1,338,000 with ERA Construction, Inc. for the O&K Docks electrical upgrade project
23.Garland, Public Works – Agreement with EBMUD for Sewer Service Billing and Collection $6,100,000 for 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2033
24.Wong, Auditor – Amend contract add $100,000 total $124,000 with Missionmark for Audit Management and Recommendation Tracking Software and extend to 5/30/2027
25.May, Fire Dept – Approval of Additional Disaster and Fire Safety Commission Meeting
AGENDA on ACTION:
26.Friedrichsen, Budget Manager – FY 2024 Proposed Budget Updates and FY 2024 Proposed Budget Update Public Hearing #1
27.Warhuus, HHCS – Submission of the ProgramYear (FY 2024) Annual Action Plan Containing Allocations of Federal Funds
28.Kouyoumdjian, Human Resources – Resolution of Intention to Amend the Miscellaneous CalPERS Contract to Effectuate PEPRA Cost Sharing Agreements
INFORMATION REPORTS:
29.Oyekanmi, Finance - FY 2023 2nd Quarter Investment Report ended 12/31/2022
30.Warhuus, HHCS – Annual Report on the Ronald V. Dellums Fair Chance Access to Housing Ordinance
31.Klein, Planning and Development - LPO NOD 1919 Addison
32.Klein, Planning and Development – LPO NOD 0 Center Street – Civic Center Park
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LAND USE CALENDAR:
Public Hearings
469 Kentucky (single family dwelling) 5/23/2023
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report
June 20 - Climate Action Plan and Resilience Update, Berkeley Economic Dashboards Update,
July 18 – Draft Waterfront Specific Plan (tentative)
Unscheduled Presentations:
City Council Agenda & Rules Committee and Unfinished Business for Scheduling
City Policies for Managing Parking Around BART Stations
Unfunded Liability Obligations and Unfunded Infrastructure Needs
Worth Noting:
The April 25 City Council Regular Meeting Agenda is available for public comment and follows below this calendar of meetings.
The bolded meetings are selected as “go to meetings” to encourage your attendance at those meetings and give public comment.
Picking a city commission or a council committee that covers your issues and then attending those meetings regularly is the best way to influence and have a say in the outcomes for our community.
- Monday:
- 10 am the Council Land Use Committee meets in the hybrid format on the Relocation Ordinance.
- 3 pm the City Council is in closed session, but public comments can be made in the hybrid format before the closed session begins.
- 6:30 pm is the Waterfront Specific Plan meeting online on design standards for recreation and nature areas.
- 7 pm the Peace and Justice Commission meets in person on sister cities and on the Shellmound status.
- 7 pm the Personnel Board meets in person.
- Tuesday:
- 3 pm the 4 x 4 Committee meets in the hybrid format the on eviction moratorium.
- 6 pm City Council meets in hybrid format on the Hard Hat Ordinance and includes “consider upzoning” for more taller buildings in the downtown.
- 6:30 pm the goBerkeley SmartSpace paid parking program in the Southside and Elmwood neighborhoods meets in the hybrid format.
- Wednesday:
- 5:30 pm the Planning Commission meets in person.
- 6:30 pm the Waterfront Specific Plan webinar on parking and commercial development meets online.
- 6:30 pm the Board of Library Trustees meets in person.
- 7 pm the Homeless Services Panel of Experts meets in person on Measure P funding priorities.
- Thursday:
- 9 am the Council Budget Committee meets in the hybrid format on T1 funding shortfall, action on the T1 shortfall is expected) and FY 2024 budget.
- 1 pm Council FITES Committee meets in the hybrid format.
- 1 pm WETA meets in the hybrid format.
- 7 pm the Housing Advisory Commission meets in person on projects for Housing Trust Fund funding.
- 7 pm the Landmarks Preservation Commission meets in person.
- Saturday and Sunday: is the Book Fair, but the Outdoor Book Fair is only on Sunday not both days as in prior years. Programs with speakers are on both days.
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, April 30, 2023 - No city meetings listed.
Monday, May 1, 2023
Council LAND USE, HOUSING & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT at 10 am
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1603285918
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 160 328 5918
AGENDA: 2. Arreguin, co-sponsor Hahn – Tenant Habitability Plan and amendments to Relocation Ordinance, 3. Hahn, co-sponsors Harrison, Taplin – Budget Referral $250,000 for Study to support Housing Element commitment to increase housing on higher-resourced (wealthier neighborhoods) commercial avenues of Solano, North Shattuck and College Avenue
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-land-use-housing-economic-development
CITY COUNCIL CLOSED SESSION at 3 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1611791416
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 161 179 1416
AGENDA: 1. Existing litigation a. Stachl v City of Berkeley RG20074265, 2. a. Significant exposure to litigation see April 22, 2023 letter from David H. Blackwell on behalf of Mevlanarumi LLC. Owners of 2023-25 Shattuck, 2.a. Communications, Tuija Catalano, on behalf of Reuben, Junius & Rose LLP, b. Alejandres v. City of Berkeley CA Civil Rights Dept, #202209-18233514, 3. Conference with Labor Negotiators, Employee Organizations: Berkeley Fire Fighters Association Local 1227 I.A.F.F., Berkeley Police Association Public Employees Union Local 1
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
PEACE and JUSTICE COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 8. Presentation and Discussion by Share Members and Mayor Victor Hugo Tejada of Las Vegas, Honduras, 9. Pass a resolution to establish a Sister City with Las Vegas Honduras and Santa Barbara Honduras, 10. Seating at Post Offices, 11. Discuss the Shellmound and possible modification of Land Acknowledgement, 12. Discuss Reimagining Public Safety in Berkeley
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/peace-and-justice-commission
PERSONNEL BOARD at 7 pm
In-Person: 1301 Shattuck, Live Oak Community Center, Fireside Room
AGENDA: V. Request for Extension of Temporary Community Service Specialist III Joshua Oehler, Senior Management Analyst Rhianna Babka, and Senior Development Project Coordinator Jenny Wyant, VI. Recommendation Amending Fire Captain II Job Class Specification, VII. Recommendation amending the Police Officer Recruit Job Class Specification, VIII. Recommendation for Creating Lactation Counselor Job Class Specification, IX. Recommendation amending the Audit Manager Job Class Specification
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/personnel-board
WATERFRONT SPECIFIC PLAN WEBINAR from 6:30 – 8:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83258360468
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 832 5836 0468 Passcode: 366537
AGENDA: Discussion on design standards for Nature and Recreation (Cesar Chavez Park is excluded
https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/CABERKE/bulletins/357b7e8
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/waterfront-specific-plan-webinar-1
Tuesday, May 2, 2023
4 x 4 JOINT TASK FORCE COMMITTEE at 3 pm (City Council and Rent Board)
A Hybrid Meeting:
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 1st floor, cypress Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1619359698?pwd=bHRJSHp5Z2MyMTNPOXBoWDlhcEJRUT09
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 Meeting ID: 161 935 9698 Passcode: 435279
AGENDA: 6. Eviction Moratorium, 7. Housing Retention Program, 8. Discussion regarding approval process for messages in the City of Berkeley newsletter, to promote short-term rentals, 9. Update on Tenant Habitability
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/4x4-joint-task-force-committee-housing
CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1612900378
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 161 290 0378
AGENDA: 1. Adding BMC Chapter 13.107 Hard Hat Ordinance, helping to achieve responsible development with healthcare and apprenticeship training standards, 1. Establish standards for private development, 2. Refer to City Manager and Planning Commission if necessary to include analysis of the costs, feasibility, recommend adjustments to impact fees to offset the cost of new requirements, bring back to council enabling legislation if necessary, consider upzoning downtown for increased number of taller buildings, refer to 2024 budget process.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
goBerkeley SmartSpace COMMUNITY Meeting from 6:30 – 8 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
Register to attend in person or receive virtual link
Register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/goberkeley-smartspace-may-2023-community-meeting-tickets-594924965587
In-Person: 2236 Parker, LIFE Adventist Church
AGENDA: goBerkeley SmartSpace is a grant-funded pilot program for parking management
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/goberkeley-smartspace-community-meeting-findings-next-steps
Wednesday, May 3, 2023
BOARD of LIBRARY TRUSTEES (BOLT) at 6:30 pm
In-Person: 1901 Russell, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch
AGENDA: II.B. Consent Amend Contract add $325,000 total $1,200,000 with L.J. Kruse Company for HVAC plumbing repair and preventive maintenance, III.A. Action: Interview Trustee candidates, B. Recommendation to City Council
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
HOMELESS SERVICES PANEL of EXPERTS at 7 pm
In-Person: 1901 North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 7. Review programs, current and proposed, funded under Measure P and establish priorities for funding
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/homeless-services-panel-experts
PLANNING COMMISSION at 5:30 pm
In-Person: 1901 Hearst North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 5 Staff report, 10. Public Hearing Tentative Tract Map #8639, 11. Public Hearing ADU Amendments to conform to current state law and HCD Guidance, 12. Public Hearing: State Law Technical Edits, 13. Poll for Special Meeting on July 19, 2023
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/planning-commission
WATERFRONT SPECIFIC PLAN WEBINAR from 6:30 – 8:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87859978480
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 878 5997 8480 Passcode: 164630
AGENDA: Discussion on design standards for Commercial Development and Parking
https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/CABERKE/bulletins/357b7e8
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/waterfront-specific-plan-webinar-2
Thursday, May 4, 2023
BUDGET and FINANCE COMMITTEE at 9 am
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 1st Floor, Cypress Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1613420519
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID:
AGENDA: 2. Measure T1 funding gap, 3. Second Amendment to the FY 2023 Annual Appropriations Ordinance, 4. FY 2024 Mid-biennial Budget Update, 5. Measure P FY 2024 Mid-biennial Update
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-budget-finance
FACILITIES, INFRASTRUCTURE, TRANSPORTATION, ENVIRONMENT, SUSTAINABILITY (FITES) at 1 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1609443290
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 160 944 3290
AGENDA: 2. Garland - Audit Status Report: Underfunded Mandate: Resources, strategic plan and communication needed to continue progress towards the year 2020 zero waste goal 3. Garland - Audit Status Report: unified vision of zero waste activities will help align service levels with billing and ensure customer equity, 4. Kesarwani, co-sponsors Humbert, Taplin - Budget Referral: Additional street maintenance funding to improve pavement condition, saving tax dollars and our streets
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-facilities-infrastructure-transportation-environment-sustainability
HOUSING ADVISORY COMMISSION (HAC) at 7 pm
In-Person: 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. Discussion & possible action to recommend Housing Trust Fund program funding for Ephesian Legacy Court (1708 Harmon), 7. Discussion & possible action to recommend Housing Trust Fund program funding for Woolsey Gardens (3120-3130 Shattuck), 8. Update on Fair Access and Transparency for Rental Housing Applications Ordinance Subcommittee
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/housing-advisory-commission
LANDMARKS PRESERVATION COMMISSION (LPC) at 7 pm
In-Person: 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. 60 Panoramic Way – Landmark or Structure of Merit Designation, 7. 910 Indian Rock – Consider a request from a group of residents to initiate consideration of City Landmark or Structure of Merit for a Walter H. Ratcliff Jr. residential property, 8. 2531 Ridge Road Consider a request for a residential property for consideration of City Landmark or Structure of Merit, 9. 2132-2154 Center – Thomas Block Building, consider initiating City Landmark or Structure of Merit.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/landmarks-preservation-commission
WATER EMERGENCY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY (WETA) at 1 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: Port of San Francisco Pier 1
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89718217408
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 897 1821 7408 Password: 33779
AGENDA: 4. Report Chair, 5. Report Directors, 6. Reports Staff, 8. Adopt WETA fare policy and program FY 2024-2028, 9. Contract for Vallejo terminal reconfiguration, EIR and permitting services, 10. Contracts for on-call pilot and emergency ferry services, 11. Draft final WETA zero emissions plan, 12. Review proposed FY 2023/2024 budget and salary schedule.
https://weta.sanfranciscobayferry.com/next-board-meeting
Friday, May 5, 2023 - No city meetings listed.
Saturday, May 6, 2023
BAY AREA BOOK FESTIVAL 2023
Programs start at 11 am, check website
https://www.baybookfest.org/
Sunday, May 7, 2023
BAY AREA BOOK FESTIVAL 2023 from
Outdoor Fair – one-day only – on Sunday
No hours are listed on the festival website for the outdoor fair
https://www.baybookfest.org/
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May 9, 2023 AGENDA for CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1603158470
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 160 315 8470
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT
1.Proposition Procedures and Five Year Zero Waste Schedule (garbage pick-up rates)
2.Brown, City Attorney – Waiver of Sanctuary City Ordinance to Amend Westlaw Subscription
3.Friedrichsen, Budget Manager – First reading of an Ordinance amending FY 2023 Annual Appropriations Ordinance (AAO) $27,740,780 (gross) and $29,4588,924 (net)
4.Williams-Ridley, City Manager – Appointment of David Sprague-Livingston as Fire Chief
5.Williams-Ridley, City Manager – Appointment of Jennifer Louis as Police Chief
6.Oyekanmi, Finance - $7,305,000 Formal bid solicitations
7.Warhuus, HHCS – Apply for and accept $5,000,000 from State of CA Local Housing Trust Fund program and apply to St. Paul Terrace (2024 Ashby) vis City’s Housing Trust Fund
8.Warhuus, HHCS – Amend contract #31900263 add General Funds $98,275, Safe at Home Program $24,575, Community Facility Improvement $122,850 amended total $614,250 with Rebuilding Together East Bay-North and extend to 6/30/2024
9.Warhuus, HHCS – Contract $75,000 with Optimas Services, Inc for consulting services related to Mental Health Medi-Cal Billing and the CalAIM Initiative
10.Warhuus, HHCS – Amend contract #32300108 add $50,000 total $99,500 with Street Level Advisors, LLC for housing consulting services and extend to 6/30/2024
11.Warhuus, HHCS – Contract $110,000 with Pacific Site Management Landscaping for 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2026
12.Warhuus, HHCS – Contract $380,000 with resource Development Associates for consultation services to support HHCS program assessment and planning
13.Warhuus, HHCS – Contract $100,000 with Hansine Fisher & Associates for Targeted Case Management and Medi-Cal Administrative Activities for 7/1/2023-6/30/2024
14.Warhuus, HHCS – Revenue Grant Agreement: funding support from Essential Access Health to conduct Public Health Services $180,000 for 4/1/2023 – 3/30/2024
15.Warhuus, HHCS – Revenue Grant Agreements: funding support from the state of CA to conduct Public Health Services CHDP and EPSDT and HCPCFC $303,709, MCAH $375,000, Tobacco Trust Fund $300,000 all for FY 2024; Immunization Program $1,368,080 for FY 2023-2027, CRI $1,368,080 for FY 2023-2027, CLPPP $107,374 per year for FY 2024-2026 total $322,123, CFHL $487,170 for FY 2024-2027
16.Warhuus, HHCS – Revenue Grant Agreements: funding support from Alameda County for health promotion, protection and prevention services all for FY 2024, Foster Care $96,500, Berkeley High and Berkeley technology Academy Health Center Programs $181,208, School Linked Health Services Program $200,011, Tobacco Prevention $78,960
17.Warhuus, HHCS – Accept $650,928 from CA Dept of Public Health Strengthening Public Health Initiative for 12/1/2022 – 11/30/2027
18.Kouyoumdjian, Human Resources – Establish Classification and Salary for Electrical Supervisor and Communications Supervisor monthly salary range $9,666.8000 - $10,882.1055
19.Ferris, Parks – Donation $3,400 for Memorial Bench at Mortar Rock Park in memory of Charles D. Sooy
20.Ferris, Parks – Amend contract #32100138 add $1,000,000 with AnchorCM and amend #32100144 add $1,000,000 with Park Engineering, Inc. for on-call Waterfront Project and Construction Management Services total for both contracts $4,000,000 and extend 6/30/2024-6/30/2025
21.Ferris, Parks – Contract $360,000 with Elavon for credit card payment processing transaction services for the Recreation Division’s online registration system for 6/1/2023 to 5/31/2027
22.Ferris, Parks – Amend contract #32200098 add $138,000 total $1,338,000 with ERA Construction, Inc. for the O&K Docks electrical upgrade project
23.Garland, Public Works – Agreement with EBMUD for Sewer Service Billing and Collection $6,100,000 for 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2033
24.Wong, Auditor – Amend contract add $100,000 total $124,000 with Missionmark for Audit Management and Recommendation Tracking Software and extend to 5/30/2027
25.May, Fire Dept – Approval of Additional Disaster and Fire Safety Commission Meeting
AGENDA on ACTION:
26.Friedrichsen, Budget Manager – FY 2024 Proposed Budget Updates and FY 2024 Proposed Budget Update Public Hearing #1
27.Warhuus, HHCS – Submission of the ProgramYear (FY 2024) Annual Action Plan Containing Allocations of Federal Funds
28.Kouyoumdjian, Human Resources – Resolution of Intention to Amend the Miscellaneous CalPERS Contract to Effectuate PEPRA Cost Sharing Agreements
INFORMATION REPORTS:
29.Oyekanmi, Finance - FY 2023 2nd Quarter Investment Report ended 12/31/2022
30.Warhuus, HHCS – Annual Report on the Ronald V. Dellums Fair Chance Access to Housing Ordinance
31.Klein, Planning and Development - LPO NOD 1919 Addison
32.Klein, Planning and Development – LPO NOD 0 Center Street – Civic Center Park
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LAND USE CALENDAR:
Public Hearings
469 Kentucky (single family dwelling) 5/23/2023
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report
June 20 - Climate Action Plan and Resilience Update, Berkeley Economic Dashboards Update,
July 18 – Draft Waterfront Specific Plan (tentative)
Unscheduled Presentations:
City Council Agenda & Rules Committee and Unfinished Business for Scheduling
City Policies for Managing Parking Around BART Stations
Unfunded Liability Obligations and Unfunded Infrastructure Needs
April 23 - April 30, 2023
Worth Noting:
The April 25 City Council Regular Meeting Agenda is available for public comment and follows below this calendar of meetings.
The bolded phrases are to encourage your attendance, public comment and reporting back. Picking a commission or a council committee that covers your issues and then attending those meetings regularly is the best way to influence and have a say in the outcomes for our community.
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, April 23, 2023
GILMAN DISTRICT STREET FAIR from 11 am – 4 pm
Street Fair at Fifth and Gilman with live music, food, wine, art and family activities
https://www.gilmandistrict.org/gilmandistrictstreetfair
Monday, April 24, 2023
PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE (Kesarwani, Taplin, Wengraf) at 9:30 am
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: 2180 Milvia, 1st Floor Cypress Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1615224966
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 161 522 4966
AGENDA: 2. Berkeley Police Dept Surveillance Ordinance Policies Related to Fixed Surveillance Cameras, Related Surveillance Acquisition Report and Unmanned Aerial System (drones) Policy
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-public-safety
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE (Arreguin, Hahn, Wengraf) Meeting at 2:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1605317726
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 160 531 7726
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 3/21/2023 draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda below at the end of the list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Workssessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review: 8. COVID, Unscheduled Items: 9. Discussion of Potential Changes and Enhancements to City Council Legislative Process,10. Modifications or Improvements to City Council Meeting Procedures, 11. Strengthening and Supporting City Commission: Guidance on Development of Legislative Proposals, 12. Discussion Regarding Design and Strengthening of Policy Committees Process and Structure (Including Budget Referrals),
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
3 x 3 (City Council and Berkeley Housing Authority) at 5 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1602863797?pwd=Ym9QdmpEM3ZSZlJRc3hSWDY2VWh2QT09
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 Meeting ID: 160 286 3797
AGENDA: 4. Discussion Berkeley Housing Authority (BHA) Programs updates on: a. BHA activities for unhoused residents, b. Outreach and incentives for landlord recruitment and retention, c. Status change HUD for more flexibilty in housing options, 5. Affordable Housing Berkeley, Inc (AHB) updates: a. Status, b. Strategic Planning, c. discussion of alignment with the City’s housing goals and strategies.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/3x3-committee
CEDAR ROSE PLAYGROUND RENOVATION COMMUNITY MEETING from 5:30 – 7:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87844993012
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 878 4499 3012 Passcode: 233277
AGENDA: Conceptual designs for renovation of ages 2-5 playground, ages 5-12 playground, pathways, site furnishings fencing and accessibility improvements
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/cedar-rose-park-playground-renovation-community-meeting
SPEAKING UP for POINT MOLATE from 6 – 7 pm
Videoconference: https://sierraclub.zoom.us/j/99891619534
AGENDA: Toody Maher presents, “Pogo Park’s Community Engagement Process”
Sponsored by the Sierra Club and Speaking Up for Point Molate
Tuesday, April 25, 2023
COUMMUNITY for a CULTURAL CIVIC CENTER (CCCC) at 12 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81225523461?pwd=aUd1dmNGb3NBWG5jOTJDajF4RkxZZz09
AGENDA: Flexibility of seismic standards, city meeting room requirements, funding options, date of final report for review, what happens after June approval, water intrusion repairs
https://berkeleycccc.org/
CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 5 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1606229605
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 160 622 9605
AGENDA: 1. 2023 City Council Referral Prioritization Proceess Using Re-Weighted Range Voting (RRV)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1606229605
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 160 622 9605
AGENDA: Use the link below and choose the HTML option or see the agenda listed at the end of the calendar.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
SOLANO AVENUE BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT at 10 am
In-Person: at 1825 Solano, Peet’s Coffee
AGENDA: 5. Review of SAA invoices, 6. Update on Solano Revitalization Process, 7. Update on the Zoning amendments to support small business, 8. Work plan for remainder of 2023, review hliday décor 2023-2024, 9. Commissioner recruitment
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/solano-avenue-business-improvement-district-advisory-board
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION Public Art Subcommittee at 3 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1607254890
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 Meeting ID: 160 725 4890
AGENDA: 4. Discussion possible action a) Jean LaMarr Design Development for Ohlone Park, b) 2403 San Pablo Preliminary art Plan, c) socially engaged art practice project selected artists, d) Public art administrative priorities for FY 2024-2026
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
ZERO WASTE COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1326 Allston, City of Berkeley Corporation Yard, Ratcliff Building, Willow Room
AGENDA: 6:30 pm – Staff updates on rates, strategic plan, SB-1383, SUDs Ordinance Enforcement, Plastic Bag Ordinance, Disaster Debris Management Plan, Discussion/Action 6:45 – CCC Presentation on textile Collection & Materials Markets, 6:55 pm – 2. Rate discussion, 7:10 pm – 2. Complete Commission work Plan, 7:20 pm -3. Deconstruction Ordinance, 7:30 pm – 4. San Francisco Environment Refuse Separation Law.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zero-waste-commission
Wednesday, April 26, 2023
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Russell, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library
AGENDA: 7. Presentations, Discussion and Action: a) Approve Two Cube Space Exhibition, b) Art Plan for 2403 San Pablo, c) Jean LaMarr Design Development for Ohlone Park, d) Socially engaged art practice project selected artists, e) Presentation Public art administrative priorities for FY 2024-2026, f) Presentation Public art on private development quarterly report, 8. Staff reports, 9. Committee reports
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
DISASTER and FIRE SAFETY COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 997 Cedar, Fire Dept Training Facility
AGENDA: Action Items: 3. Recommend City Council adopt the final draft of the Community Wildfire Protection Plan (CWPP) (Bedolla, Raine), 4. Recommendation to form a working group to seek items presented with the goal of presenting a proposal in the future that outlines a program to retrofit all vulnerable non-ductile buildings (Dean, Murphy), 5. Request City Council to require HUD to upgrade their electrical grid to include battery back-up during the time that the facility is going through renovation (DEAN), Discussion: 6. Updates on citywide disaster preparedness efforts beyond fire presentation.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/disaster-and-fire-safety-commission
ENVIRONMENT and CLIMATE COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 5. Update from Chair, 6. Update from Staff a. Court decision on City gas prohibition, c. Just transition, d. BESO, e. Funding update UC $25,000 to both the Ecology Center and waterside Workshops, Risilient Community Impact Funds $50,000 awarded to Norther CA Land Trust to install Harvest Thermal heat pump systems in 8-unit NCLT building, f. Building electrification May 20 10 am – 12 pm green home tour, 7. Presentation Community building electrification outreach
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/environment-and-climate-commission
HOMELESS SERVICES PANEL of EXPERTS (HSPE) at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 7. Reconsideration of vote to allocate monies to Russell House as to the amount needed for acquisition and renovation, 8. Review programs, current and proposed funded under Measure P and establish priorities.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/homeless-services-panel-experts
POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD at 6:30 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82653396072
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 826 53596072
AGENDA: 3. Public comment on agenda and non-agenda items, 5. ODPA staff report introduction to Deputy City Attorney Stephen Hylas, 6. Chair report, 7. Police Chief report, 8. Subcommittee reports a. Downtown Task Force, b. Body-Worn Camera c. Conflict of Interest, 9. New business a. Land acknowledgement, b. Cancel July 25 regular meeting, c. Letter requesting documents and other information regarding determination of a conflict of interest, d. Clarification and discussion on the communication of Attorney-Client Privileged Documents and Information, e. Notice of Policy Complaint #2023-PR-0002, f. Discussion concerning memo from DPA Aguilar to Council titled “Delays in ODPA Work Production due to BPD Non-Adherence to Charter Deadlines, g. Establish a subcommittee dedicated to reviewing Charter Section 125, H. Budget allocation for Investigator, Communications Specialist, 10. Training on Graham v. Connor on excessive force, 11. Public Comment, 12. Closed Session.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
Thursday, April 27, 2023
BUDGET AND FINANCE COMMITTEE at 10 am
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1613406627
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 161 340 6627
AGENDA: 1. Fire Department Vacancy and Overtime, 2. Health, Housing and Community Services (HHCS) Staffing Proposal, 3. Measure P FY 2024 Mid-biennial Update, 4. FY 2024 Mid-biennial Budget Update, 5. Accept the Risk Analysis for Long-Term Debt (Bonding Capacity) Report Provided by Government Finance Officers Association
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-budget-finance
ZONING ADJUSTMENT BOARD at 7 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82805274623
Teleconference: 1-669-254900-6833 or 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 828 0527 4623
AGENDA: 2. 2555 College – on consent – state density project - demolish two single-story commercial structures with combined size of 834 sq ft and construct 4-story (47 feet, 3 inches), 10,324 sq ft multi-family residential buildings with 11 units (including 1 very low income unit)
3. 2538 Durant – on consent – state density project – demolish a 4-story (52 feet) 14,780 sq ft residential building that includes 12 dwelling units, 5 residential off street parking spaces and a surface parking lot with 30 vehicle spaces and construct an 8-story (88 ft and 8 inches) 80,829 sq ft mixed use building with 83 units (including 6 very low income units) and 1460 sq ft of ground floor commercial space,
4. 2800 Telegraph – on consent – state density bonus – demolish 1-story 18 feet, 3290 sq ft non-residential building and construct a 6-story (70 ft and 5 inches) 19,936 sq ft residential building with 16 dwelling units (including 1 very low income unit)
5. 2000 Milvia – on consent – add service of alcoholic beverages under a Type 47 ABC license incidental to new full-service restaurant
6. 705 Euclid – on consent – construct new 3-story (41 ft and 11 inches) 4528 sq ft single family dwelling with 2 parking spaces and associated retaining wall located in the required front setback on a 6,024 vacant lot in the hillside overlay fire zone 2
7. 3031 Telegraph – on consent – state density bonus - modify originally approved project under #ZP2020-0069 to construct 6-story (70 ft and 6 inches) 100,992 sq ft mixed use building with 127 dwelling units (including 9 very low income units) where 110 units were originally proposed. Also includes 1921 commercial space, 7622 sq ft of usable open space, 64 bicycle parking spaces and 19 vehicle spaces at ground level
8. 2439 Durant – on consent – demolish 10,554 sq ft 2-story (25 ft) commercial building and construct a 36,529 sq ft 7-story (75 feet) mixed-use building with 22 units, a restaurant, bar, and an entertainment establishment,
9. 2720 Hillegass – on action – demolish existing clubhouse and restroom and construct a 3,301 sq ft single-story (18 feet) community center with a variance for a rear setback of 16 feet where 20 feet is required and add a new single-story restroom building (12 feet)
10. 2900-20 Shattuck – on action – state density bonus – demolish commercial building and construct a 10-story (110 feet and 4 inches) 115,204 sq ft mixed-use building with 221 dwelling units (including 22 very low income units), 4090 sq ft commercial space and 9 parking spaces
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zoning-adjustments-board
COMMUNITY HEALTH COMMISSION usually meets 4th Thursday at 6:30 pm, No meeting posted. Check after Monday
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/community-health-commission
Friday, April 28, 2023 – No city meetings listed.
Saturday, April 29, 2023
ARBOR DAY TREE PLANTING from 9 am – 2 pm
at San Pablo Park, 2800 Park
Volunteers please wear outdoor appropriate clothing including closed toe shoes. The city will provide tools, guidance and lunch
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/arbor-day-tree-planting-2023
Sunday, April 30, 2023 – No city meetings listed.
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AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Draft Agenda for May 9 City Council Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1605317726
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 160 531 7726
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
AGENDA on CONSENT
1.Brown, City Attorney – Waiver of Sanctuary City Ordinance to Amend Westlaw Subscription
2.Friedrichsen, Budget Manager – First reading of an Ordinance amending FY 2023 Annual Appropriations Ordinance (AAO) $27,740,780 (gross) and $29,4588,924 (net)
3.Williams-Ridley, City Manager – Appointment of David Sprague-Livingston as Fire Chief
4.Williams-Ridley, City Manager – Appointment of Jennifer Louis as Police Chief
5.Oyekanmi, Finance - $7,305,000 Formal bid solicitations
6.Warhuus, HHCS – Apply for and accept $5,000,000 from State of CA Local Housing Trust Fund program and apply to St. Paul Terrace (2024 Ashby) vis City’s Housing Trust Fund
7.Warhuus, HHCS – Amend contract #31900263 add General Funds $98,275, Safe at Home Program $24,575, Community Facility Improvement $122,850 amended total $614,250 with Rebuilding Together East Bay-North and extend to 6/30/2024
8.Warhuus, HHCS – Contract $75,000 with Optimas Services, Inc for consulting services related to Mental Health Medi-Cal Billing and the CalAIM Initiative
9.Warhuus, HHCS – Amend contract #32300108 add $50,000 total $99,500 with Street Level Advisors, LLC for housing consulting services and extend to 6/30/2024
10.Warhuus, HHCS – Contract $110,000 with Pacific Site Management Landscaping for 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2026
11.Warhuus, HHCS – Contract $380,000 with resource Development Associates for consultation services to support HHCS program assessment and planning
12.Warhuus, HHCS – Contract $100,000 with Hansine Fisher & Associates for Targeted Case Management and Medi-Cal Administrative Activities for 7/1/2023-6/30/2024
13.Warhuus, HHCS – Revenue Grant Agreement: funding support from Essential Access Health to conduct Public Health Services $180,000 for 4/1/2023 – 3/30/2024
14.Warhuus, HHCS – Revenue Grant Agreements: funding support from the state of CA to conduct Public Health Services CHDP and EPSDT and HCPCFC $303,709, MCAH $375,000, Tobacco Trust Fund $300,000 all for FY 2024; Immunization Program $1,368,080 for FY 2023-2027, CRI $1,368,080 for FY 2023-2027, CLPPP $107,374 per year for FY 2024-2026 total $322,123, CFHL $487,170 for FY 2024-2027
15.Warhuus, HHCS – Revenue Grant Agreements: funding support from Alameda County for health promotion, protection and prevention services all for FY 2024, Foster Care $96,500, Berkeley High and Berkeley technology Academy Health Center Programs $181,208, School Linked Health Services Program $200,011, Tobacco Prevention $78,960
16.Warhuus, HHCS – Accept $650,928 from CA Dept of Public Health Strengthening Public Health Initiative for 12/1/2022 – 11/30/2027
17.Kouyoumdjian, Human Resources – Establish Classification and Salary for Electrical Supervisor and Communications Supervisor monthly salary range $9,666.8000 - $10,882.1055
18.Ferris, Parks – Donation $3,400 for Memorial Bench at Mortar Rock Park in memory of Charles D. Sooy
19.Ferris, Parks – Amend contract #32100138 add $1,000,000 with AnchorCM and amend #32100144 add $1,000,000 with Park Engineering, Inc. for on-call Waterfront Project and Construction Management Services total for both contracts $4,000,000 and extend 6/30/2024-6/30/2025
20.Ferris, Parks – Contract $360,000 with Elavon for credit card payment processing transaction services for the Recreation Division’s online registration system for 6/1/2023 to 5/31/2027
21.Ferris, Parks – Amend contract #32200098 add $138,000 total $1,338,000 with ERA Construction, Inc. for the O&K Docks electrical upgrade project
22.Garland, Public Works – Agreement with EBMUD for Sewer Service Billing and Collection $6,100,000 for 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2033
23.Wong, Auditor – Amend contract add $100,000 total $124,000 with Missionmark for Audit Management and Recommendation Tracking Software and extend to 5/30/2027
24.May, Fire Dept – Approval of Additional Disaster and Fire Safety Commission Meeting
AGENDA on ACTION:
25.Friedrichsen, Budget Manager – FY 2024 Proposed Budget Updates and FY 2024 Proposed Budget Update Public Hearing #1
26.Warhuus, HHCS – Submission of the ProgramYear (FY 2024) Annual Action Plan Containing Allocations of Federal Funds
27.Kouyoumdjian, Human Resources – Resolution of Intention to Amend the Miscellaneous CalPERS Contract to Effectuate PEPRA Cost Sharing Agreements
INFORMATION REPORTS:
28.Oyekanmi, Finance - FY 2023 2nd Quarter Investment Report ended 12/31/2022
29.Warhuus, HHCS – Annual Report on the Ronald V. Dellums Fair Chance Access to Housing Ordinance
30.Klein, Planning and Development - LPO NOD 1919 Addison
31.Klein, Planning and Development – LPO NOD 0 Center Street – Civic Center Park
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April 25, 2023 AGENDA for CITY COUNCIL Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1606229605
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 160 622 9605
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.2nd reading – Lease Amendment: Cazadero Performing Arts Camp (CPAC) for City to disburse up to $400,000 to implement capital improvements
2.2nd reading – Adopt Ordinance to establish a Labor Peace Policy Minimizing Labor/Management Conflict in Berkeley Marina Zone
3.Oyekanmi, Finance - $2,035,590 Formal Bid Solicitations and Requests for Proposals for Healthy Berkeley Community-Based Organizations 2-year funding FY24 and FY25
4.Sprague, Fire Dept – Grant Application: FEMA to hire additional firefighters for up to $5,093,798 with no matching funds to hire 6 additional firefighters
5.Warhuus, HHCS – Extension of the Alameda County Abandoned Vehicle Abatement Program through 5/31/2033
6.Warhuus, HHCS – Revenue Contract Grant Funds projected award $1,050,000 for Vector Program FY 2022 - FY 2024
7.Ferris, Parks – Contract total $1,200,000 with Freitas Landscaping ($600,000) and Pacific Site Management ($600,000) for on-call vegetation management services over 3 years
8.Ferris, Parks – Contracts total $200,000 with Redwood Engineering ($100,000) and OBS Engineering ($100,000) for as-needed irrigation services 5/15/2023 to 5/15/2026
9.Ferris, Parks – Amend Contract #32200178 add $120,000 total $169,900 with Mountain Valley Environmental Services for Chief Water Plant Operator Services for Berkeley Tuolumme Camp
10.Ferris, Parks – Grant Application: Clean California Local Grant – Tom Bates Fields Beautification Project up to $5,000,000
11.Louis, Police – Amend Contract #31900297 add $100,000 total $410,000 with Epic Recruiting for Advertising and Marketing Strategy for Berkeley Police Dept
12.Garland, Public Works – Contract $262,666 with GradeTech, Inc for Restroom in the right of way Channing at Telegraph
13.Garland, Public Works – Amend Contract # 112199-1 add $164,000 total $414,000 with Technology, Engineering and Construction, Inc., dba TEC Accutite, for Fuel Sotrage Tank Maintenance, Repairs, and Certification Services and extend through 6/30/2024
14.Garland, Public Works – Amend Contract #112725-1 add $250,000 total $650,000 with Du-All Safety, LLC for Safety and Training Services
15.Garland, Public Works – Initiate proceedings for FY 2024 Street Lighting Assessments
16.Garland, Public Works – Purchase Order Amendment add $750,000 total $11,494,000 with Diesel Direct West, Inc. to purchase fuel for City vehicles and equipment
17.Garland, Public Works – Reject Bids for the MRP Trash Capture FY 2023 Project, Specification #23-1156-C
18.Arreguin – Support AB 441 earned income tax credit for young children and foster children
19.Taplin – Budget Referral: $1,500,000 for Berkeley Marina J & K Parking lot design and implementation
20.Taplin, co-sponsor Wengraf – Budget Referral: $800,000 for Berkeley Marina Bike Park
21.Taplin – Budget Referral: $300,000 Dreamland for Kids Playground Design
22.Taplin – Budget Referral: $200,000 Shorebird Park Playground Design
23.Bartlett – Relinquishment of Council Budget funds for Celebracion Cultural Sylvia Mendez Spring Cultural Celebration Sylvia Mendez School PTA
24.Harrison – Budget Referral for $100,000 in Traffic Safety Upgrades for the MLK and Haste Intersection
25.Harrison – Budget Referral $372,000 for staffing costs associated with administering the Empty Homes Tax
26.Robinson – Support AB 73 (Idaho Stop) which allows bicyclists 18 yr and older to treat all-way stop signs as yield signs
AGENDA on ACTION:
27.Garland, Public Works – Proposition 218 Procedures and Five Year Zero Waste Rate Schedule and add Zero Waste customers to the City’s very low income refund program
28.Arreguin, co-sponsor Hahn – Contract $35,000 for four months with CONCUR for a strategic plan to engage with Sutter Health to alleviate impacts of closure of Alta Bates Hospital
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LAND USE CALENDAR:
Public Hearings
469 Kentucky (single family dwelling) 5/23/2023
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report
June 20 - Climate Action Plan and Resilience Update, Berkeley Economic Dashboards Update,
July 18 – Draft Waterfront Specific Plan (tentative)
Unscheduled Presentations:
City Council Agenda & Rules Committee and Unfinished Business for Scheduling
City Policies for Managing Parking Around BART Stations
Unfunded Liability Obligations and Unfunded Infrastructure Needs
Worth Noting:
The April 25 City Council Regular Meeting Agenda is available for public comment and follows below this calendar of meetings.
The bolded phrases are to encourage your attendance, public comment and reporting back. Picking a commission or a council committee that covers your issues and then attending those meetings regularly is the best way to influence and have a say in the outcomes for our community.
- Sunday: Fifth & Gilman Street Fair from 11 am – 4 pm
- Monday:
- 9:30 am Public Safety Committee meets in hybrid format on Public Surveillance Fixed Cameras and Drones use for the BPD
- 2:30 pm the Agenda Committee meets in the hybrid format and plans the May 9 City Council Agenda with Police Chief confirmation of Jennifer Louis as item 4 on consent in the agenda
- 5 pm the 3 x 3 Committee meets online on housing
- 5:30 – 7:30 online meeting on Cedar Rose Park playground renovation
- 6-7 pm Speaking Up for Point Molate is online on Pogo Park Community Engagement
- Tuesday:
- 10 am the Solano Business District meets in person
- 12 pm CCCC meets online
- 3 pm the Civic Arts Commission subcommittee on Public Art meets online
- 5 pm City Council conducts a special meeting on referrals in the hybrid format followed by the regular City Council meeting at 6 pm.
- 6 pm the Zero Waste Commission meets in-person
- Wednesday:
- 6 pm Civic Arts Commission meets in person on public art discussion and approvals
- 6 pm Environment and Climate Commission meets in person with a staff update on the court decision on the natural gas ban
- 6:30 pm the Police Accountability Board meets in the hybrid format
- 7 pm the Disaster and Fire Safety Commission meets in person
- 7 pm the Homeless Services Panel of Experts meets on Measure P and Russell House
- Thursday:
- 10 am the Budget Committee meets in the hybrid format on 2024 Mid-biennial Budget
- 7 pm the Zoning Adjustment Board meets in the hybrid format with eight projects on the agenda with five as state density bonus projects
- the Community Health Commission is expected to meet but no meeting notice is posted
- Saturday is Arbor Day: 9 am – 2 pm is tree planting at San Pablo Park
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, April 23, 2023
GILMAN DISTRICT STREET FAIR from 11 am – 4 pm
Street Fair at Fifth and Gilman with live music, food, wine, art and family activities
https://www.gilmandistrict.org/gilmandistrictstreetfair
Monday, April 24, 2023
PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE (Kesarwani, Taplin, Wengraf) at 9:30 am
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: 2180 Milvia, 1st Floor Cypress Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1615224966
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 161 522 4966
AGENDA: 2. Berkeley Police Dept Surveillance Ordinance Policies Related to Fixed Surveillance Cameras, Related Surveillance Acquisition Report and Unmanned Aerial System (drones) Policy
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-public-safety
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE (Arreguin, Hahn, Wengraf) Meeting at 2:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1605317726
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 160 531 7726
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 3/21/2023 draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda below at the end of the list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Workssessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review: 8. COVID, Unscheduled Items: 9. Discussion of Potential Changes and Enhancements to City Council Legislative Process,10. Modifications or Improvements to City Council Meeting Procedures, 11. Strengthening and Supporting City Commission: Guidance on Development of Legislative Proposals, 12. Discussion Regarding Design and Strengthening of Policy Committees Process and Structure (Including Budget Referrals),
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
3 x 3 (City Council and Berkeley Housing Authority) at 5 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1602863797?pwd=Ym9QdmpEM3ZSZlJRc3hSWDY2VWh2QT09
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 Meeting ID: 160 286 3797
AGENDA: 4. Discussion Berkeley Housing Authority (BHA) Programs updates on: a. BHA activities for unhoused residents, b. Outreach and incentives for landlord recruitment and retention, c. Status change HUD for more flexibilty in housing options, 5. Affordable Housing Berkeley, Inc (AHB) updates: a. Status, b. Strategic Planning, c. discussion of alignment with the City’s housing goals and strategies.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/3x3-committee
CEDAR ROSE PLAYGROUND RENOVATION COMMUNITY MEETING from 5:30 – 7:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87844993012
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 878 4499 3012 Passcode: 233277
AGENDA: Conceptual designs for renovation of ages 2-5 playground, ages 5-12 playground, pathways, site furnishings fencing and accessibility improvements
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/cedar-rose-park-playground-renovation-community-meeting
SPEAKING UP for POINT MOLATE from 6 – 7 pm
Videoconference: https://sierraclub.zoom.us/j/99891619534
AGENDA: Toody Maher presents, “Pogo Park’s Community Engagement Process”
Sponsored by the Sierra Club and Speaking Up for Point Molate
Tuesday, April 25, 2023
COUMMUNITY for a CULTURAL CIVIC CENTER (CCCC) at 12 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81225523461?pwd=aUd1dmNGb3NBWG5jOTJDajF4RkxZZz09
AGENDA: Flexibility of seismic standards, city meeting room requirements, funding options, date of final report for review, what happens after June approval, water intrusion repairs
https://berkeleycccc.org/
CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 5 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1606229605
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 160 622 9605
AGENDA: 1. 2023 City Council Referral Prioritization Proceess Using Re-Weighted Range Voting (RRV)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1606229605
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 160 622 9605
AGENDA: Use the link below and choose the HTML option or see the agenda listed at the end of the calendar.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
SOLANO AVENUE BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT at 10 am
In-Person: at 1825 Solano, Peet’s Coffee
AGENDA: 5. Review of SAA invoices, 6. Update on Solano Revitalization Process, 7. Update on the Zoning amendments to support small business, 8. Work plan for remainder of 2023, review hliday décor 2023-2024, 9. Commissioner recruitment
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/solano-avenue-business-improvement-district-advisory-board
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION Public Art Subcommittee at 3 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1607254890
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 Meeting ID: 160 725 4890
AGENDA: 4. Discussion possible action a) Jean LaMarr Design Development for Ohlone Park, b) 2403 San Pablo Preliminary art Plan, c) socially engaged art practice project selected artists, d) Public art administrative priorities for FY 2024-2026
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
ZERO WASTE COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1326 Allston, City of Berkeley Corporation Yard, Ratcliff Building, Willow Room
AGENDA: 6:30 pm – Staff updates on rates, strategic plan, SB-1383, SUDs Ordinance Enforcement, Plastic Bag Ordinance, Disaster Debris Management Plan, Discussion/Action 6:45 – CCC Presentation on textile Collection & Materials Markets, 6:55 pm – 2. Rate discussion, 7:10 pm – 2. Complete Commission work Plan, 7:20 pm -3. Deconstruction Ordinance, 7:30 pm – 4. San Francisco Environment Refuse Separation Law.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zero-waste-commission
Wednesday, April 26, 2023
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Russell, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library
AGENDA: 7. Presentations, Discussion and Action: a) Approve Two Cube Space Exhibition, b) Art Plan for 2403 San Pablo, c) Jean LaMarr Design Development for Ohlone Park, d) Socially engaged art practice project selected artists, e) Presentation Public art administrative priorities for FY 2024-2026, f) Presentation Public art on private development quarterly report, 8. Staff reports, 9. Committee reports
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
DISASTER and FIRE SAFETY COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 997 Cedar, Fire Dept Training Facility
AGENDA: Action Items: 3. Recommend City Council adopt the final draft of the Community Wildfire Protection Plan (CWPP) (Bedolla, Raine), 4. Recommendation to form a working group to seek items presented with the goal of presenting a proposal in the future that outlines a program to retrofit all vulnerable non-ductile buildings (Dean, Murphy), 5. Request City Council to require HUD to upgrade their electrical grid to include battery back-up during the time that the facility is going through renovation (DEAN), Discussion: 6. Updates on citywide disaster preparedness efforts beyond fire presentation.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/disaster-and-fire-safety-commission
ENVIRONMENT and CLIMATE COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 5. Update from Chair, 6. Update from Staff a. Court decision on City gas prohibition, c. Just transition, d. BESO, e. Funding update UC $25,000 to both the Ecology Center and waterside Workshops, Risilient Community Impact Funds $50,000 awarded to Norther CA Land Trust to install Harvest Thermal heat pump systems in 8-unit NCLT building, f. Building electrification May 20 10 am – 12 pm green home tour, 7. Presentation Community building electrification outreach
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/environment-and-climate-commission
HOMELESS SERVICES PANEL of EXPERTS (HSPE) at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 7. Reconsideration of vote to allocate monies to Russell House as to the amount needed for acquisition and renovation, 8. Review programs, current and proposed funded under Measure P and establish priorities.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/homeless-services-panel-experts
POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD at 6:30 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82653396072
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 826 53596072
AGENDA: 3. Public comment on agenda and non-agenda items, 5. ODPA staff report introduction to Deputy City Attorney Stephen Hylas, 6. Chair report, 7. Police Chief report, 8. Subcommittee reports a. Downtown Task Force, b. Body-Worn Camera c. Conflict of Interest, 9. New business a. Land acknowledgement, b. Cancel July 25 regular meeting, c. Letter requesting documents and other information regarding determination of a conflict of interest, d. Clarification and discussion on the communication of Attorney-Client Privileged Documents and Information, e. Notice of Policy Complaint #2023-PR-0002, f. Discussion concerning memo from DPA Aguilar to Council titled “Delays in ODPA Work Production due to BPD Non-Adherence to Charter Deadlines, g. Establish a subcommittee dedicated to reviewing Charter Section 125, H. Budget allocation for Investigator, Communications Specialist, 10. Training on Graham v. Connor on excessive force, 11. Public Comment, 12. Closed Session.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
Thursday, April 27, 2023
BUDGET AND FINANCE COMMITTEE at 10 am
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1613406627
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 161 340 6627
AGENDA: 1. Fire Department Vacancy and Overtime, 2. Health, Housing and Community Services (HHCS) Staffing Proposal, 3. Measure P FY 2024 Mid-biennial Update, 4. FY 2024 Mid-biennial Budget Update, 5. Accept the Risk Analysis for Long-Term Debt (Bonding Capacity) Report Provided by Government Finance Officers Association
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-budget-finance
ZONING ADJUSTMENT BOARD at 7 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82805274623
Teleconference: 1-669-254900-6833 or 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 828 0527 4623
AGENDA: 2. 2555 College – on consent – state density project - demolish two single-story commercial structures with combined size of 834 sq ft and construct 4-story (47 feet, 3 inches), 10,324 sq ft multi-family residential buildings with 11 units (including 1 very low income unit)
3. 2538 Durant – on consent – state density project – demolish a 4-story (52 feet) 14,780 sq ft residential building that includes 12 dwelling units, 5 residential off street parking spaces and a surface parking lot with 30 vehicle spaces and construct an 8-story (88 ft and 8 inches) 80,829 sq ft mixed use building with 83 units (including 6 very low income units) and 1460 sq ft of ground floor commercial space,
4. 2800 Telegraph – on consent – state density bonus – demolish 1-story 18 feet, 3290 sq ft non-residential building and construct a 6-story (70 ft and 5 inches) 19,936 sq ft residential building with 16 dwelling units (including 1 very low income unit)
5. 2000 Milvia – on consent – add service of alcoholic beverages under a Type 47 ABC license incidental to new full-service restaurant
6. 705 Euclid – on consent – construct new 3-story (41 ft and 11 inches) 4528 sq ft single family dwelling with 2 parking spaces and associated retaining wall located in the required front setback on a 6,024 vacant lot in the hillside overlay fire zone 2
7. 3031 Telegraph – on consent – state density bonus - modify originally approved project under #ZP2020-0069 to construct 6-story (70 ft and 6 inches) 100,992 sq ft mixed use building with 127 dwelling units (including 9 very low income units) where 110 units were originally proposed. Also includes 1921 commercial space, 7622 sq ft of usable open space, 64 bicycle parking spaces and 19 vehicle spaces at ground level
8. 2439 Durant – on consent – demolish 10,554 sq ft 2-story (25 ft) commercial building and construct a 36,529 sq ft 7-story (75 feet) mixed-use building with 22 units, a restaurant, bar, and an entertainment establishment,
9. 2720 Hillegass – on action – demolish existing clubhouse and restroom and construct a 3,301 sq ft single-story (18 feet) community center with a variance for a rear setback of 16 feet where 20 feet is required and add a new single-story restroom building (12 feet)
10. 2900-20 Shattuck – on action – state density bonus – demolish commercial building and construct a 10-story (110 feet and 4 inches) 115,204 sq ft mixed-use building with 221 dwelling units (including 22 very low income units), 4090 sq ft commercial space and 9 parking spaces
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zoning-adjustments-board
COMMUNITY HEALTH COMMISSION usually meets 4th Thursday at 6:30 pm, No meeting posted. Check after Monday
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/community-health-commission
Friday, April 28, 2023 – No city meetings listed.
Saturday, April 29, 2023
ARBOR DAY TREE PLANTING from 9 am – 2 pm
at San Pablo Park, 2800 Park
Volunteers please wear outdoor appropriate clothing including closed toe shoes. The city will provide tools, guidance and lunch
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/arbor-day-tree-planting-2023
Sunday, April 30, 2023 – No city meetings listed.
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AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Draft Agenda for May 9 City Council Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1605317726
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 160 531 7726
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
AGENDA on CONSENT
1.Brown, City Attorney – Waiver of Sanctuary City Ordinance to Amend Westlaw Subscription
2.Friedrichsen, Budget Manager – First reading of an Ordinance amending FY 2023 Annual Appropriations Ordinance (AAO) $27,740,780 (gross) and $29,4588,924 (net)
3.Williams-Ridley, City Manager – Appointment of David Sprague-Livingston as Fire Chief
4.Williams-Ridley, City Manager – Appointment of Jennifer Louis as Police Chief
5.Oyekanmi, Finance - $7,305,000 Formal bid solicitations
6.Warhuus, HHCS – Apply for and accept $5,000,000 from State of CA Local Housing Trust Fund program and apply to St. Paul Terrace (2024 Ashby) vis City’s Housing Trust Fund
7.Warhuus, HHCS – Amend contract #31900263 add General Funds $98,275, Safe at Home Program $24,575, Community Facility Improvement $122,850 amended total $614,250 with Rebuilding Together East Bay-North and extend to 6/30/2024
8.Warhuus, HHCS – Contract $75,000 with Optimas Services, Inc for consulting services related to Mental Health Medi-Cal Billing and the CalAIM Initiative
9.Warhuus, HHCS – Amend contract #32300108 add $50,000 total $99,500 with Street Level Advisors, LLC for housing consulting services and extend to 6/30/2024
10.Warhuus, HHCS – Contract $110,000 with Pacific Site Management Landscaping for 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2026
11.Warhuus, HHCS – Contract $380,000 with resource Development Associates for consultation services to support HHCS program assessment and planning
12.Warhuus, HHCS – Contract $100,000 with Hansine Fisher & Associates for Targeted Case Management and Medi-Cal Administrative Activities for 7/1/2023-6/30/2024
13.Warhuus, HHCS – Revenue Grant Agreement: funding support from Essential Access Health to conduct Public Health Services $180,000 for 4/1/2023 – 3/30/2024
14.Warhuus, HHCS – Revenue Grant Agreements: funding support from the state of CA to conduct Public Health Services CHDP and EPSDT and HCPCFC $303,709, MCAH $375,000, Tobacco Trust Fund $300,000 all for FY 2024; Immunization Program $1,368,080 for FY 2023-2027, CRI $1,368,080 for FY 2023-2027, CLPPP $107,374 per year for FY 2024-2026 total $322,123, CFHL $487,170 for FY 2024-2027
15.Warhuus, HHCS – Revenue Grant Agreements: funding support from Alameda County for health promotion, protection and prevention services all for FY 2024, Foster Care $96,500, Berkeley High and Berkeley technology Academy Health Center Programs $181,208, School Linked Health Services Program $200,011, Tobacco Prevention $78,960
16.Warhuus, HHCS – Accept $650,928 from CA Dept of Public Health Strengthening Public Health Initiative for 12/1/2022 – 11/30/2027
17.Kouyoumdjian, Human Resources – Establish Classification and Salary for Electrical Supervisor and Communications Supervisor monthly salary range $9,666.8000 - $10,882.1055
18.Ferris, Parks – Donation $3,400 for Memorial Bench at Mortar Rock Park in memory of Charles D. Sooy
19.Ferris, Parks – Amend contract #32100138 add $1,000,000 with AnchorCM and amend #32100144 add $1,000,000 with Park Engineering, Inc. for on-call Waterfront Project and Construction Management Services total for both contracts $4,000,000 and extend 6/30/2024-6/30/2025
20.Ferris, Parks – Contract $360,000 with Elavon for credit card payment processing transaction services for the Recreation Division’s online registration system for 6/1/2023 to 5/31/2027
21.Ferris, Parks – Amend contract #32200098 add $138,000 total $1,338,000 with ERA Construction, Inc. for the O&K Docks electrical upgrade project
22.Garland, Public Works – Agreement with EBMUD for Sewer Service Billing and Collection $6,100,000 for 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2033
23.Wong, Auditor – Amend contract add $100,000 total $124,000 with Missionmark for Audit Management and Recommendation Tracking Software and extend to 5/30/2027
24.May, Fire Dept – Approval of Additional Disaster and Fire Safety Commission Meeting
AGENDA on ACTION:
25.Friedrichsen, Budget Manager – FY 2024 Proposed Budget Updates and FY 2024 Proposed Budget Update Public Hearing #1
26.Warhuus, HHCS – Submission of the ProgramYear (FY 2024) Annual Action Plan Containing Allocations of Federal Funds
27.Kouyoumdjian, Human Resources – Resolution of Intention to Amend the Miscellaneous CalPERS Contract to Effectuate PEPRA Cost Sharing Agreements
INFORMATION REPORTS:
28.Oyekanmi, Finance - FY 2023 2nd Quarter Investment Report ended 12/31/2022
29.Warhuus, HHCS – Annual Report on the Ronald V. Dellums Fair Chance Access to Housing Ordinance
30.Klein, Planning and Development - LPO NOD 1919 Addison
31.Klein, Planning and Development – LPO NOD 0 Center Street – Civic Center Park
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April 25, 2023 AGENDA for CITY COUNCIL Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1606229605
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 160 622 9605
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.2nd reading – Lease Amendment: Cazadero Performing Arts Camp (CPAC) for City to disburse up to $400,000 to implement capital improvements
2.2nd reading – Adopt Ordinance to establish a Labor Peace Policy Minimizing Labor/Management Conflict in Berkeley Marina Zone
3.Oyekanmi, Finance - $2,035,590 Formal Bid Solicitations and Requests for Proposals for Healthy Berkeley Community-Based Organizations 2-year funding FY24 and FY25
4.Sprague, Fire Dept – Grant Application: FEMA to hire additional firefighters for up to $5,093,798 with no matching funds to hire 6 additional firefighters
5.Warhuus, HHCS – Extension of the Alameda County Abandoned Vehicle Abatement Program through 5/31/2033
6.Warhuus, HHCS – Revenue Contract Grant Funds projected award $1,050,000 for Vector Program FY 2022 - FY 2024
7.Ferris, Parks – Contract total $1,200,000 with Freitas Landscaping ($600,000) and Pacific Site Management ($600,000) for on-call vegetation management services over 3 years
8.Ferris, Parks – Contracts total $200,000 with Redwood Engineering ($100,000) and OBS Engineering ($100,000) for as-needed irrigation services 5/15/2023 to 5/15/2026
9.Ferris, Parks – Amend Contract #32200178 add $120,000 total $169,900 with Mountain Valley Environmental Services for Chief Water Plant Operator Services for Berkeley Tuolumme Camp
10.Ferris, Parks – Grant Application: Clean California Local Grant – Tom Bates Fields Beautification Project up to $5,000,000
11.Louis, Police – Amend Contract #31900297 add $100,000 total $410,000 with Epic Recruiting for Advertising and Marketing Strategy for Berkeley Police Dept
12.Garland, Public Works – Contract $262,666 with GradeTech, Inc for Restroom in the right of way Channing at Telegraph
13.Garland, Public Works – Amend Contract # 112199-1 add $164,000 total $414,000 with Technology, Engineering and Construction, Inc., dba TEC Accutite, for Fuel Sotrage Tank Maintenance, Repairs, and Certification Services and extend through 6/30/2024
14.Garland, Public Works – Amend Contract #112725-1 add $250,000 total $650,000 with Du-All Safety, LLC for Safety and Training Services
15.Garland, Public Works – Initiate proceedings for FY 2024 Street Lighting Assessments
16.Garland, Public Works – Purchase Order Amendment add $750,000 total $11,494,000 with Diesel Direct West, Inc. to purchase fuel for City vehicles and equipment
17.Garland, Public Works – Reject Bids for the MRP Trash Capture FY 2023 Project, Specification #23-1156-C
18.Arreguin – Support AB 441 earned income tax credit for young children and foster children
19.Taplin – Budget Referral: $1,500,000 for Berkeley Marina J & K Parking lot design and implementation
20.Taplin, co-sponsor Wengraf – Budget Referral: $800,000 for Berkeley Marina Bike Park
21.Taplin – Budget Referral: $300,000 Dreamland for Kids Playground Design
22.Taplin – Budget Referral: $200,000 Shorebird Park Playground Design
23.Bartlett – Relinquishment of Council Budget funds for Celebracion Cultural Sylvia Mendez Spring Cultural Celebration Sylvia Mendez School PTA
24.Harrison – Budget Referral for $100,000 in Traffic Safety Upgrades for the MLK and Haste Intersection
25.Harrison – Budget Referral $372,000 for staffing costs associated with administering the Empty Homes Tax
26.Robinson – Support AB 73 (Idaho Stop) which allows bicyclists 18 yr and older to treat all-way stop signs as yield signs
AGENDA on ACTION:
27.Garland, Public Works – Proposition 218 Procedures and Five Year Zero Waste Rate Schedule and add Zero Waste customers to the City’s very low income refund program
28.Arreguin, co-sponsor Hahn – Contract $35,000 for four months with CONCUR for a strategic plan to engage with Sutter Health to alleviate impacts of closure of Alta Bates Hospital
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LAND USE CALENDAR:
Public Hearings
469 Kentucky (single family dwelling) 5/23/2023
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report
June 20 - Climate Action Plan and Resilience Update, Berkeley Economic Dashboards Update,
July 18 – Draft Waterfront Specific Plan (tentative)
Unscheduled Presentations:
City Council Agenda & Rules Committee and Unfinished Business for Scheduling
City Policies for Managing Parking Around BART Stations
Unfunded Liability Obligations and Unfunded Infrastructure Needs
April 16 - April 23, 2023
Worth Noting:
The April 25 City Council Regular Meeting Agenda is available for public comment and follows below this calendar of meetings.
The bolded phases are to encourage your attendance and comment. Picking a commission and/or council committee that covers your issues and then attending those meetings regularly is the best way to influence / have a say in the outcome.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, April 16, 2023
HOLOCAUST REMEMBRANCE DAY at 2 pm
Reserve complimentary tickets at https://BerkeleyHRD.eventbrite.com
Program is online
Monday, April 17, 2023
CITY COUNCIL Closed Session at 3 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 1st Floor, Cypress Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1606367861
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 160 636 7861
AGENDA: 1. a. Conference with Legal Counsel – existing litigation discussion whether to register as an eligible Non-Litigating Subdivision in nationwide settlements that are proposed to resolve all opioids litigation, b. Ruegg & Ellsworth v. City of Berkeley Case No. RG18930003, 2. Conference with real property negotiators 3100 Adeline (Ashby BART) Negotiating parties: City of Berkeley; BART District Under Negotiation: Price and terms, 3. Conference with labor negotiators, Employee Organizations: Berkeley Fire Fighters Association Local 1227 I.A.F.F. (Fire Officers), Berkeley Fire Fighters Association, Local 1227 I.A.F.F. (Firefighters); Berkeley Police Association
https://www.berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
WATER EMERGENCY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY (WETA) at 2 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: Port of San Francisco, Pier 1, San Francisco
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89718217408
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 897 1821 7408 Password: 33779
AGENDA: Business Plan Workshop #2, discuss WETA’s business business plan, including planning, policies, funding and strategies to carry out 2050 WETA Service Vision.
https://weta.sanfranciscobayferry.com/next-board-meeting
SPEAKING UP for POINT MOLATE from 6 – 7 pm
Videoconference: https://sierraclub.zoom.us/j/99891619534
AGENDA: Suzanne Wilson, East Bay Regional Park District Senior Planner presents, “The Development of the Bay Trail Along the San Pablo Peninsula: Bike and Pedestrian Access to Point Molate”
Sponsored by the Sierra Club and Speaking Up for Point Molate
Tuesday, April 18, 2023
HOMELESS SERVICES PANEL of EXPERTS at 7 pm
In-Person: 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 7. Review programs, current and proposed, funded under Measure P and establish priorities for funding.
https://www.berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/homeless-services-panel-experts
Wednesday, April 19, 2023
CITY/UC/STUDENT RELATIONS COMMITTEE at 9 am
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84383346144
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 843 8334 6144
AGENDA: 4. Introduction to new UC student leadership, 5. Discussion and possible action on Funding Priorities for the UC-City of Berkeley Long Range Development Plan settlement funding, Presentation and discussion about Capital Projects in the Master Plan
https://www.berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/cityucstudent-relations-committee
COMMISSION on AGING at 1:30 pm
In-Person: 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. Commissioner Reports, 7. Outreach methods by Aging Services – Tanya Bustamante, Aging Services Division Manager, 8. Update on Hopkins Corridor Project
https://www.berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-aging
MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES ACT (MHSA) from 3 – 4:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/8446733966?pwd=OGp3Tm5LQTc5TGdhb2tYW11KcDVhdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 844 673 3966 Password: 081337
AGENDA: Community meeting to elicit community input on the proposed MHSA FY2023/2024 – 2025/2026 Three Year Plan and on new ideas and strategies to address mental health needs in Berkeley
https://www.berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/mhsa-three-year-plan-community-input-meetings
BOARD of LIBRARY TRUSTEES (BOLT) at 6:30 pm
In-Person: 1125 University, West Branch Library
AGENDA on CONSENT: B. Amend Contact #31900159 add $750,000 total $2,000,000 and extend term to 6/30/2024 with Pride Industries One, C. Contract $195,000 with Dell Computer Using NASPO for server hardware, data storage equipment, server virtualization software and related services, D. Amend Contract #32300079 add $34,000 total $109,000 with Protiviti for Professional services in support of Library IT, ACTION: A. RFP for Library Technology Roadmap, B. Report on recruitment to fill BOLT vacancy
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
HUMAN WELFARE and COMMUNITY ACTION COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
In-Person: 2800 Park Street, Frances Albrier Community Center
AGENDA: 5. Review City of Berkeley Single Audit for FY2022, 6. Review of City of Berkeley funded Program and Financial reports, Through the Looking Glass, Discussion and Possible Action: 7. Road plans, integral universal design planning and oversight and gaps and redundancies in existing service, accessibility on City’s website, 8. Update on mechanism for City employees and service providers to communicate, 9. Draft Council item Requirements for Contracted Non-profit Service Providers and Transparency of Grant Reports, 10. Eligibility for Service as Representative of the Poor, 11. Accessibility and Availability of Materials on City Website, 12. Letter of support for Center for Independent Living action on Pathways STAIR Center, 13. Accessibility Quality Assessment program to handle non-conforming public facilities and complaints from seniors and disabled people over substandard services or services not provided
https://www.berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/human-welfare-and-community-action-commission
PLANNING COMMISSION at 5:30 pm
In-Person: 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 5. Staff report, 6. Chair’s report, 7. Committee reports, 10. Discussion Southside Zoning Modification Project and provide feedback to staff.
https://www.berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/planning-commission
JAMES KENNEY PARK SKATE SPOT COMMUNITY MEETING from 5:30 – 7:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88473782025
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 884 7378 2025 Passcode: 536639
AGENDA: Review of the community survey results and proposed conceptual designs for the James Kenney Park Skate Spot. Anticipated improvements related to the skate area include grading, drainage, fencing, beautification and accessibility improvements
https://www.berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/james-kenney-park-skate-spot-community-meeting
Thursday, April 20, 2023
BUDGET & FINANCE COMMITTEE at 10 am
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1605536147
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 160 553 6147
AGENDA: 2. Ferris & Friedrichson – Measure T1 Phase 2 Projects, 3. Friedrichson – Second Amendment to the FY 2023 Annual Appropriations Ordinance (AAO), 4. Energy Commission – Recommendation on Climate, Building Electrification and Sustainable Transportation Budget Priorities, several staff positions, pilot projects, EVs and charging infrastructure for FY 2023 and FY2024
https://www.berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-budget-finance
FACILITIES, INFRASTRUCTURE, ENVIRONMENT & SUSTAINABILITY (FITES) at 1 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1613396861
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 161 339 6861
AGENDA: 1. Kesarwani, co-sponsors Taplin, Wengraf – Budget Referral Street Maintenance Funding add $4,700,000 total $20,000,000 for FY2024-2025, 2. Audit Status Report: Underfunded Mandate: Resources, Strategic Plan, and Communication Needed to Continue Progress towards the Year 2020 Zero Waste Goal, 3. Audit Status Report: Unified Vision of Zero Waste Activities Will Help Align Service Levels with Billing and Ensure Customer Equity
https://www.berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-facilities-infrastructure-transportation-environment-sustainability
DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE at 7 pm
In-Person: 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 2920 Shattuck @ Russell – Preliminary Design Review Majority Recommendations – Demolish two existing non-residential structures and construct a density bonus project 10-story mixed-use building with 221 dwelling units (including 22 very low income units), 4090 sq ft of commercial space, nine parking spaces
1598 University @ California – Preliminary Design Review Committee Decision – Density bonus project - demolish existing non-residential structure and construct a density bonus project 132,409 sq ft 8-story mixed-use residential building with 207 dwelling units (including 21 very low income unit) and 5787 sq ft commercial space with 39 parking spaces and 92 parking spaces
2147 San Pablo @ Cowper – Preliminary Design Review for Committee Decision – Density bonus project - demolish 1-story automotive commercial building and construct a 6-story mixed-use building with 128 Group Living Accommodation (GLA) units including 12 very low income units and 23 ground-floor parking spaces, 1873 sq ft of retail space
V. Discussion Item – Bird Safe Ordinance
https://www.berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/design-review-committee
MENTAL HEALTH COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 3. Bridge to SCU and SCU update, 4. MHC Manager Report, Caseload Statistics, 5. Letter to council about MHC vacancies, 6. Annual Report Update, 7. Governor’s proposed changes to funding of mental health programs, 8. Updat on the Care First, Jails Last resolution, summary of meeting BPD, 9. Subcommittee Reports, a. Diversion, b. Youth, c. Membership, d. Evaluation
https://www.berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/mental-health-commission
TRANSPORTATION and INFRASTRUCTURE COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: Preliminary: 6. Update on administration and staff, Discussion/Action Items: 1. ACTC Railroad Safety Enhancement Program (RESP) Informational presentation to improve safety at 28 highway-railroad at-grade crossings and two trespassing locations along the Union Pacific Railroad (UPRR) including 5 in Berkeley (no action)
https://www.berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/transportation-and-infrastructure-commission
RENT BOARD at 6:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison, BUSD Board Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86985625124?pwd=UXJZMjRwM3FXQkJOSWMrTzhJYjhnQT09
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 869 8562 5124 Passcode: 917780
AGENDA: 2. Meeting starts with Closed Session. 9. Action: b. Special presentation on housing legislation by Brian Augusta, Rent Board Legislative Advocate.
https://rentboard.berkeleyca.gov/elected-rent-board/rent-board-meetings
ASHBY BART STATION PLANNING from 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
In-Person: 3075 Adeline, Ed Roberts Campus, Osher Foundation Education Center Room
Room only holds 100, pre-register by Monday, April 17 to be assured admittance
If you can’t attend in-person register to receive link to online office hours on April 25 from 5 - 6:30 pm
Register: https://www.bart.gov/about/business/tod/ashby look for “Fill out this form”
AGENDA: A summary of BART’s operational requirements at the West Lot and their impact on future development and connection to Adeline, A menu of potential connections of a TOD (Transit Oriented Development) to Adeline, Q&A follows presentation.
https://www.bart.gov/about/business/tod/ashby
Friday, April 21, 2023 – No city meetings listed
Saturday, April 22, 2023 – Earth Day
HOME ELECTRIFICATION FAIR from 2 – 5 pm
In-Person: 2150 Allston Way, The Brower Center
Register at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/electrification-fair-tickets-565700323897
Admission is free
https://cclalameda.org/electrification-fair/
Sunday, April 23, 2023 – No city meetings listed
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Us06web.zoom.us/j/840908881838 8409088 1838 1-669-444-9171 1231 Addison
April 25, 2023 Agenda for CITY COUNCIL Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1606229605
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 160 622 9605
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.2nd reading – Lease Amendment: Cazadero Performing Arts Camp (CPAC) for City to disburse up to $400,000 to implement capital improvements
2.2nd reading – Adopt Ordinance to establish a Labor Peace Policy Minimizing Labor/Management Conflict in Berkeley Marina Zone
3.Oyekanmi, Finance - $2,035,590 Formal Bid Solicitations and Requests for Proposals for Healthy Berkeley Community-Based Organizations 2-year funding FY24 and FY25
4.Sprague, Fire Dept – Grant Application: FEMA to hire additional firefighters for up to $5,093,798 with no matching funds to hire 6 additional firefighters
5.Warhuus, HHCS – Extension of the Alameda County Abandoned Vehicle Abatement Program through 5/31/2033
6.Warhuus, HHCS – Revenue Contract Grant Funds projected award $1,050,000 for Vector Program FY 2022 - FY 2024
7.Ferris, Parks – Contract total $1,200,000 with Freitas Landscaping ($600,000) and Pacific Site Management ($600,000) for on-call vegetation management services over 3 years
8.Ferris, Parks – Contracts total $200,000 with Redwood Engineering ($100,000) and OBS Engineering ($100,000) for as-needed irrigation services 5/15/2023 to 5/15/2026
9.Ferris, Parks – Amend Contract #32200178 add $120,000 total $169,900 withMountain Valley Environmental Services for Chief Water Plant Operator Services for Berkeley Tuolumme Camp
10.Ferris, Parks – Grant Application: Clean California Local Grant – Tom Bates Fields Beautification Project up to $5,000,000
11.Louis, Police – Amend Contract #31900297 add $100,000 total $410,000 with Epic Recruiting for Advertising and Marketing Strategy for Berkeley Police Dept
12.Garland, Public Works – Contract $262,666 with GradeTech, Inc for Restroom in the right of way Channing at Telegraph
13.Garland, Public Works – Amend Contract # 112199-1 add $164,000 total $414,000 with Technology, Engineering and Construction, Inc., dba TEC Accutite, for Fuel Sotrage Tank Maintenance, Repairs, and Certification Services and extend through 6/30/2024
14.Garland, Public Works – Amend Contract #112725-1 add $250,000 total $650,000 with Du-All Safety, LLC for Safety and Training Services
15.Garland, Public Works – Initiate proceedings for FY 2024 Street Lighting Assessments
16.Garland, Public Works – Purchase Order Amendment add $750,000 total $11,494,000 with Diesel Direct West, Inc. to purchase fuel for City vehicles and equipment
17.Garland, Public Works – Reject Bids for the MRP Trash Capture FY 2023 Project, Specification #23-1156-C
18.Arreguin – Support AB 441 earned income tax credit for young children and foster children
19.Taplin – Budget Referral: $1,500,000 for Berkeley Marina J & K Parking lot design and implementation
20.Taplin, co-sponsor Wengraf – Budget Referral: $800,000 for Berkeley Marina Bike Park
21.Taplin – Budget Referral: $300,000 Dreamland for Kids Playground Design
22.Taplin – Budget Referral: $200,000 Shorebird Park Playground Design
23.Bartlett – Relinquishment of Council Budget funds for Celebracion Cultural Sylvia Mendez Spring Cultural Celebration Sylvia Mendez School PTA
24.Harrison – Budget Referral for $100,000 in Traffic Safety Upgrades for the MLK and Haste Intersection
25.Harrison – Budget Referral $372,000 for staffing costs associated with administering the Empty Homes Tax
26.Robinson – Support AB 73 (Idaho Stop) which allows bicyclists 18 yr and older to treat all-way stop signs as yield signs
AGENDA on ACTION:
27.Garland, Public Works – Proposition 218 Procedures and Five Year Zero Waste Rate Schedule and add Zero Waste customers to the City’s very low income refund program
28.Arreguin, co-sponsor Hahn – Contract $35,000 for four months with CONCUR for a strategic plan to engage with Sutter Health to alleviate impacts of closure of Alta Bates Hospital
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LAND USE CALENDAR:
Public Hearings
469 Kentucky (single family dwelling) 5/23/2023
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
April 18 – Hopkins Corridor Plan, Canceled
April 25 – Special Meeting - Results of Referral Prioritization Process (RRV), Anticipated Appointments of the Chief of Police and Fire Chief at 4:30 pm
May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report, Climate Action Plan and Resilience Update, Berkeley Economic Dashboards Update,
July 18 – Draft Waterfront Specific Plan (tentative)
Unscheduled Presentations:
Hopkins Corridor Plan (Special Meeting) – Removed from
City Council Agenda & Rules Committee and Unfinished Business for Scheduling
City Policies for Managing Parking Around BART Stations – check with Garland
Worth Noting:
The April 25 City Council Regular Meeting Agenda is available for public comment and follows below this calendar of meetings.
The bolded phases are to encourage your attendance and comment. Picking a commission and/or council committee that covers your issues and then attending those meetings regularly is the best way to influence / have a say in the outcome.
- Sunday: Holocaust Remembrance Day at 2 pm. The program event is online.
- Monday:
- 2 pm WETA Business Plan Workshop #2 in hybrid format online and in-person.
- 3 pm City Council closed session.
- 6-7 pm Speaking Up for Point Molate is online on the development of the Bay Trail.
- Tuesday: 7 pm the Homeless Services Panel of Experts meets in-person on Measure P priorities for funding.
- Wednesday:
- 9 am The City/UC/Student committee meets in the hybrid format on funding priorities for the long-range development plan settlement funding.
- 1:30 pm The Commission on Aging meets in person.
- 3 – 4:30 pm The Mental Health Services Act meeting is online (this will be repeated).
- 5:30 pm (new time ) The Planning Commission meets on proposed zoning changes to for the Southside (increasing housing for students)
- 5:30 – 7:30 pm James Kenney Community is meeting online on the Skate Spot
- 6:30 pm BOLT meets in person.
- 6:30 pm Human Welfare and Community Action meets in-person. Accessibility issues on the agenda.
- Thursday:
- 10 am Budget & Finance meets in hybrid format on T1 Phase 2 (not enough funds for approved projects).
- 1 pm FITES meets in the hybrid format on increasing financing for streets.
- 6:30 pm The Rent Board meets in the hybrid format.
- 6:30 – 8:30 pm BART meeting on the Ashby BART housing project and station planning is in-person only. Register by April 17, space limited to 100. (links below)
- 7 pm The Design Review Committee meets in-person on 3 density bonus projects and the bid safe ordinance.
- 7 pm The Mental Health Commission meets in person and receives an update on SCU (Special Care Unit for response to mental health crisis)
- 7 pm The Transportation and Infrastructure Commission meets in-person and receives a presentation on the safety plan for railroad crossings from ACTC.
- Saturday: Earth Day 2 – 5 pm is an in-person free event on electrification at the Brower Center
Directions with links to ZOOM support for activating Closed Captioning and Save Transcript are at the bottom of this calendar.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, April 16, 2023
HOLOCAUST REMEMBRANCE DAY at 2 pm
Reserve complimentary tickets at https://BerkeleyHRD.eventbrite.com
Program is online
Monday, April 17, 2023
CITY COUNCIL Closed Session at 3 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 1st Floor, Cypress Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1606367861
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 160 636 7861
AGENDA: 1. a. Conference with Legal Counsel – existing litigation discussion whether to register as an eligible Non-Litigating Subdivision in nationwide settlements that are proposed to resolve all opioids litigation, b. Ruegg & Ellsworth v. City of Berkeley Case No. RG18930003, 2. Conference with real property negotiators 3100 Adeline (Ashby BART) Negotiating parties: City of Berkeley; BART District Under Negotiation: Price and terms, 3. Conference with labor negotiators, Employee Organizations: Berkeley Fire Fighters Association Local 1227 I.A.F.F. (Fire Officers), Berkeley Fire Fighters Association, Local 1227 I.A.F.F. (Firefighters); Berkeley Police Association
https://www.berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
WATER EMERGENCY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY (WETA) at 2 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: Port of San Francisco, Pier 1, San Francisco
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89718217408
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 897 1821 7408 Password: 33779
AGENDA: Business Plan Workshop #2, discuss WETA’s business business plan, including planning, policies, funding and strategies to carry out 2050 WETA Service Vision.
https://weta.sanfranciscobayferry.com/next-board-meeting
SPEAKING UP for POINT MOLATE from 6 – 7 pm
Videoconference: https://sierraclub.zoom.us/j/99891619534
AGENDA: Suzanne Wilson, East Bay Regional Park District Senior Planner presents, “The Development of the Bay Trail Along the San Pablo Peninsula: Bike and Pedestrian Access to Point Molate”
Sponsored by the Sierra Club and Speaking Up for Point Molate
Tuesday, April 18, 2023
HOMELESS SERVICES PANEL of EXPERTS at 7 pm
In-Person: 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 7. Review programs, current and proposed, funded under Measure P and establish priorities for funding.
https://www.berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/homeless-services-panel-experts
Wednesday, April 19, 2023
CITY/UC/STUDENT RELATIONS COMMITTEE at 9 am
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84383346144
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 843 8334 6144
AGENDA: 4. Introduction to new UC student leadership, 5. Discussion and possible action on Funding Priorities for the UC-City of Berkeley Long Range Development Plan settlement funding, Presentation and discussion about Capital Projects in the Master Plan
https://www.berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/cityucstudent-relations-committee
COMMISSION on AGING at 1:30 pm
In-Person: 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. Commissioner Reports, 7. Outreach methods by Aging Services – Tanya Bustamante, Aging Services Division Manager, 8. Update on Hopkins Corridor Project
https://www.berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-aging
MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES ACT (MHSA) from 3 – 4:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/8446733966?pwd=OGp3Tm5LQTc5TGdhb2tYW11KcDVhdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 844 673 3966 Password: 081337
AGENDA: Community meeting to elicit community input on the proposed MHSA FY2023/2024 – 2025/2026 Three Year Plan and on new ideas and strategies to address mental health needs in Berkeley
https://www.berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/mhsa-three-year-plan-community-input-meetings
BOARD of LIBRARY TRUSTEES (BOLT) at 6:30 pm
In-Person: 1125 University, West Branch Library
AGENDA on CONSENT: B. Amend Contact #31900159 add $750,000 total $2,000,000 and extend term to 6/30/2024 with Pride Industries One, C. Contract $195,000 with Dell Computer Using NASPO for server hardware, data storage equipment, server virtualization software and related services, D. Amend Contract #32300079 add $34,000 total $109,000 with Protiviti for Professional services in support of Library IT, ACTION: A. RFP for Library Technology Roadmap, B. Report on recruitment to fill BOLT vacancy
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
HUMAN WELFARE and COMMUNITY ACTION COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
In-Person: 2800 Park Street, Frances Albrier Community Center
AGENDA: 5. Review City of Berkeley Single Audit for FY2022, 6. Review of City of Berkeley funded Program and Financial reports, Through the Looking Glass, Discussion and Possible Action: 7. Road plans, integral universal design planning and oversight and gaps and redundancies in existing service, accessibility on City’s website, 8. Update on mechanism for City employees and service providers to communicate, 9. Draft Council item Requirements for Contracted Non-profit Service Providers and Transparency of Grant Reports, 10. Eligibility for Service as Representative of the Poor, 11. Accessibility and Availability of Materials on City Website, 12. Letter of support for Center for Independent Living action on Pathways STAIR Center, 13. Accessibility Quality Assessment program to handle non-conforming public facilities and complaints from seniors and disabled people over substandard services or services not provided
https://www.berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/human-welfare-and-community-action-commission
PLANNING COMMISSION at 5:30 pm
In-Person: 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 5. Staff report, 6. Chair’s report, 7. Committee reports, 10. Discussion Southside Zoning Modification Project and provide feedback to staff.
https://www.berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/planning-commission
JAMES KENNEY PARK SKATE SPOT COMMUNITY MEETING from 5:30 – 7:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88473782025
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 884 7378 2025 Passcode: 536639
AGENDA: Review of the community survey results and proposed conceptual designs for the James Kenney Park Skate Spot. Anticipated improvements related to the skate area include grading, drainage, fencing, beautification and accessibility improvements
https://www.berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/james-kenney-park-skate-spot-community-meeting
Thursday, April 20, 2023
BUDGET & FINANCE COMMITTEE at 10 am
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1605536147
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 160 553 6147
AGENDA: 2. Ferris & Friedrichson – Measure T1 Phase 2 Projects, 3. Friedrichson – Second Amendment to the FY 2023 Annual Appropriations Ordinance (AAO), 4. Energy Commission – Recommendation on Climate, Building Electrification and Sustainable Transportation Budget Priorities, several staff positions, pilot projects, EVs and charging infrastructure for FY 2023 and FY2024
https://www.berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-budget-finance
FACILITIES, INFRASTRUCTURE, ENVIRONMENT & SUSTAINABILITY (FITES) at 1 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1613396861
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 161 339 6861
AGENDA: 1. Kesarwani, co-sponsors Taplin, Wengraf – Budget Referral Street Maintenance Funding add $4,700,000 total $20,000,000 for FY2024-2025, 2. Audit Status Report: Underfunded Mandate: Resources, Strategic Plan, and Communication Needed to Continue Progress towards the Year 2020 Zero Waste Goal, 3. Audit Status Report: Unified Vision of Zero Waste Activities Will Help Align Service Levels with Billing and Ensure Customer Equity
https://www.berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-facilities-infrastructure-transportation-environment-sustainability
DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE at 7 pm
In-Person: 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 2920 Shattuck @ Russell – Preliminary Design Review Majority Recommendations – Demolish two existing non-residential structures and construct a density bonus project 10-story mixed-use building with 221 dwelling units (including 22 very low income units), 4090 sq ft of commercial space, nine parking spaces
1598 University @ California – Preliminary Design Review Committee Decision – Density bonus project - demolish existing non-residential structure and construct a density bonus project 132,409 sq ft 8-story mixed-use residential building with 207 dwelling units (including 21 very low income unit) and 5787 sq ft commercial space with 39 parking spaces and 92 parking spaces
2147 San Pablo @ Cowper – Preliminary Design Review for Committee Decision – Density bonus project - demolish 1-story automotive commercial building and construct a 6-story mixed-use building with 128 Group Living Accommodation (GLA) units including 12 very low income units and 23 ground-floor parking spaces, 1873 sq ft of retail space
V. Discussion Item – Bird Safe Ordinance
https://www.berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/design-review-committee
MENTAL HEALTH COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 3. Bridge to SCU and SCU update, 4. MHC Manager Report, Caseload Statistics, 5. Letter to council about MHC vacancies, 6. Annual Report Update, 7. Governor’s proposed changes to funding of mental health programs, 8. Updat on the Care First, Jails Last resolution, summary of meeting BPD, 9. Subcommittee Reports, a. Diversion, b. Youth, c. Membership, d. Evaluation
https://www.berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/mental-health-commission
TRANSPORTATION and INFRASTRUCTURE COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: Preliminary: 6. Update on administration and staff, Discussion/Action Items: 1. ACTC Railroad Safety Enhancement Program (RESP) Informational presentation to improve safety at 28 highway-railroad at-grade crossings and two trespassing locations along the Union Pacific Railroad (UPRR) including 5 in Berkeley (no action)
https://www.berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/transportation-and-infrastructure-commission
RENT BOARD at 6:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison, BUSD Board Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86985625124?pwd=UXJZMjRwM3FXQkJOSWMrTzhJYjhnQT09
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 869 8562 5124 Passcode: 917780
AGENDA: 2. Meeting starts with Closed Session. 9. Action: b. Special presentation on housing legislation by Brian Augusta, Rent Board Legislative Advocate.
https://rentboard.berkeleyca.gov/elected-rent-board/rent-board-meetings
ASHBY BART STATION PLANNING from 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
In-Person: 3075 Adeline, Ed Roberts Campus, Osher Foundation Education Center Room
Room only holds 100, pre-register by Monday, April 17 to be assured admittance
If you can’t attend in-person register to receive link to online office hours on April 25 from 5 - 6:30 pm
Register: https://www.bart.gov/about/business/tod/ashby look for “Fill out this form”
AGENDA: A summary of BART’s operational requirements at the West Lot and their impact on future development and connection to Adeline, A menu of potential connections of a TOD (Transit Oriented Development) to Adeline, Q&A follows presentation.
https://www.bart.gov/about/business/tod/ashby
Friday, April 21, 2023 – No city meetings listed
Saturday, April 22, 2023 – Earth Day
HOME ELECTRIFICATION FAIR from 2 – 5 pm
In-Person: 2150 Allston Way, The Brower Center
Register at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/electrification-fair-tickets-565700323897
Admission is free
https://cclalameda.org/electrification-fair/
Sunday, April 23, 2023 – No city meetings listed
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Us06web.zoom.us/j/840908881838 8409088 1838 1-669-444-9171 1231 Addison
April 25, 2023 Agenda for CITY COUNCIL Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1606229605
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 160 622 9605
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.2nd reading – Lease Amendment: Cazadero Performing Arts Camp (CPAC) for City to disburse up to $400,000 to implement capital improvements
2.2nd reading – Adopt Ordinance to establish a Labor Peace Policy Minimizing Labor/Management Conflict in Berkeley Marina Zone
3.Oyekanmi, Finance - $2,035,590 Formal Bid Solicitations and Requests for Proposals for Healthy Berkeley Community-Based Organizations 2-year funding FY24 and FY25
4.Sprague, Fire Dept – Grant Application: FEMA to hire additional firefighters for up to $5,093,798 with no matching funds to hire 6 additional firefighters
5.Warhuus, HHCS – Extension of the Alameda County Abandoned Vehicle Abatement Program through 5/31/2033
6.Warhuus, HHCS – Revenue Contract Grant Funds projected award $1,050,000 for Vector Program FY 2022 - FY 2024
7.Ferris, Parks – Contract total $1,200,000 with Freitas Landscaping ($600,000) and Pacific Site Management ($600,000) for on-call vegetation management services over 3 years
8.Ferris, Parks – Contracts total $200,000 with Redwood Engineering ($100,000) and OBS Engineering ($100,000) for as-needed irrigation services 5/15/2023 to 5/15/2026
9.Ferris, Parks – Amend Contract #32200178 add $120,000 total $169,900 withMountain Valley Environmental Services for Chief Water Plant Operator Services for Berkeley Tuolumme Camp
10.Ferris, Parks – Grant Application: Clean California Local Grant – Tom Bates Fields Beautification Project up to $5,000,000
11.Louis, Police – Amend Contract #31900297 add $100,000 total $410,000 with Epic Recruiting for Advertising and Marketing Strategy for Berkeley Police Dept
12.Garland, Public Works – Contract $262,666 with GradeTech, Inc for Restroom in the right of way Channing at Telegraph
13.Garland, Public Works – Amend Contract # 112199-1 add $164,000 total $414,000 with Technology, Engineering and Construction, Inc., dba TEC Accutite, for Fuel Sotrage Tank Maintenance, Repairs, and Certification Services and extend through 6/30/2024
14.Garland, Public Works – Amend Contract #112725-1 add $250,000 total $650,000 with Du-All Safety, LLC for Safety and Training Services
15.Garland, Public Works – Initiate proceedings for FY 2024 Street Lighting Assessments
16.Garland, Public Works – Purchase Order Amendment add $750,000 total $11,494,000 with Diesel Direct West, Inc. to purchase fuel for City vehicles and equipment
17.Garland, Public Works – Reject Bids for the MRP Trash Capture FY 2023 Project, Specification #23-1156-C
18.Arreguin – Support AB 441 earned income tax credit for young children and foster children
19.Taplin – Budget Referral: $1,500,000 for Berkeley Marina J & K Parking lot design and implementation
20.Taplin, co-sponsor Wengraf – Budget Referral: $800,000 for Berkeley Marina Bike Park
21.Taplin – Budget Referral: $300,000 Dreamland for Kids Playground Design
22.Taplin – Budget Referral: $200,000 Shorebird Park Playground Design
23.Bartlett – Relinquishment of Council Budget funds for Celebracion Cultural Sylvia Mendez Spring Cultural Celebration Sylvia Mendez School PTA
24.Harrison – Budget Referral for $100,000 in Traffic Safety Upgrades for the MLK and Haste Intersection
25.Harrison – Budget Referral $372,000 for staffing costs associated with administering the Empty Homes Tax
26.Robinson – Support AB 73 (Idaho Stop) which allows bicyclists 18 yr and older to treat all-way stop signs as yield signs
AGENDA on ACTION:
27.Garland, Public Works – Proposition 218 Procedures and Five Year Zero Waste Rate Schedule and add Zero Waste customers to the City’s very low income refund program
28.Arreguin, co-sponsor Hahn – Contract $35,000 for four months with CONCUR for a strategic plan to engage with Sutter Health to alleviate impacts of closure of Alta Bates Hospital
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LAND USE CALENDAR:
Public Hearings
469 Kentucky (single family dwelling) 5/23/2023
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
April 18 – Hopkins Corridor Plan, Canceled
April 25 – Special Meeting - Results of Referral Prioritization Process (RRV), Anticipated Appointments of the Chief of Police and Fire Chief at 4:30 pm
May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report, Climate Action Plan and Resilience Update, Berkeley Economic Dashboards Update,
July 18 – Draft Waterfront Specific Plan (tentative)
Unscheduled Presentations:
Hopkins Corridor Plan (Special Meeting) – Removed from
City Council Agenda & Rules Committee and Unfinished Business for Scheduling
City Policies for Managing Parking Around BART Stations – check with Garland
April 9 - April 16, 2023
Worth Noting:
The draft agenda for the April 25 City Council Regular Meeting and the agenda for next Tuesday, April 11 City Council meeting follows below this calendar of city meetings.
Directions with links to ZOOM support for activating Closed Captioning and Save Transcript are at the bottom of this calendar.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, April 9, 2023 – No city meetings listed
Monday, April 10, 2023
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1615250967
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 161 525 0967
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 4/25/2023 draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda below at the end of the list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Workssessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review: 8. COVID, Unscheduled Items: 9. Discussion of Potential Changes to City Council Legislative Process, 10. Modifications or Improvements to City Council Meeting Procedures, 11. Strengthening and Supporting City Commission: Guidance on Development of Legislative Proposals, 12. Discussion Regarding Design and Strengthening of Policy Committees Process and Structure (Including Budget Referrals),
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
HOUSING ADVISORY COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person Only: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center at 7 pm
AGENDA: 6. Recommend City Council adopt the City of Berkeley’s Draft Annual Action Plan (AAP) PY 2023 for HUD, 7. Discussion and Possible Action to appoint subcommittees a. Housing Trust Fund Subcommittee, b. Public Facilities Improvements NOFA Applications Review Subcommittee, 8. Update on and possible action on Fair Access and Transparency Ordinance Subcommittee
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/housing-advisory-commission
YOUTH COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
In-Person Only: 1730 Oregon
AGENDA: 7. Director’s Report, 8. Introductions, 9. Review Current Work Plan, 10. Create the 2023 Youth Commission Work Plan, 11. Form a Health Services Survey sub-committee
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/youth-commission
SPEAKING UP for POINT MOLATE from 6 – 7 pm
Videoconference: https://sierraclub.zoom.us/j/99891619534
AGENDA: From Parks to Ports with David Helvarg, Executive Director, Blue Frontier, How the Port of Richmond can play a central role in making our city greener and cleaner
Tuesday, April 11, 2023
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1606544287
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 160 654 4287
AGENDA: Use the link and choose the html option or see the agenda listed at the end of the calendar.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD (PAB) at 6:30 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, Judge Henry Ramsey Jr. South Berkeley Senior Center
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82653396072
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 826 5359 6072
AGENDA: 3. Public Comment on agenda and non-agenda items, 5. ODPA Staff Report, 6. Chair and Members’ Report, 7. Chief’s Report, 8. Training on Early Warning System by Captain Chris Bolton (retired), 9. Subcommittee reports, 10. PAB response to the Public Safety Policy Committee’s questions regarding Unmanned Aerial Systems, Fixed Camera Surveillance Systems, 11. A. Review of PAB proposed permanent regulations, b. Review of BPD 2022 Annual Report on Police Equipment and Community Safety Ordinance, 12. Public Comment, CLOSED SESSION.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
Wednesday, April 12, 2023
PARKS, RECREATION AND WATERFRONT COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person Only: NOTE LOCATION - 1301 Shattuck, Live Oak Center, Fireside Room
AGENDA: 8. Director’s Report (Ferris), 9. Presentation Waterfront Specific Plan (Ferris), Discussion/Action: 10. Create Waterfront Specific Plan (Abshez), 11. Measure T1 Shortfall (Wazniak/ Kawczynska), 12. (Discussion) Proposed Fee Increases to City Recreation and Waterfront fees (Ferris), 13. PRW Workplan
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/parks-recreation-and-waterfront-commission
Thursday, April 13, 2023
FACILITIES, INFRASTRUCTURE, TRANSPORTATION, ENVIRONMENT & SUSTAINABILITY (FITES) at 9 am
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, Redwood Room 6th Floor
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1602560848
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 160 256 0848
AGENDA: 2. Audit Status Reports: Fleet Replacement Fund Short Millions & Rocky Road, 3. Kesarwani, co-sponsors Humbert, Taplin, Wengraf – Budget Referral: Additional Street Maintenance Funding to Improve Pavement Condition increase by $4.7 million.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-facilities-infrastructure-transportation-environment-sustainability
CITY COUNCIL Closed Session at 3 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, Redwood Room 6th Floor
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1618017241
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 161 801 7241
AGENDA: 1. Public Employee Appointments a. Fire Chief, b. Chief of Police
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Friday, April 14, 2023 – Reduced Service Day
Saturday, April 15, 2023
BERKELEY NEIGHBORHOODS COUNCIL at 10 am
Videoconference:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/4223188307?pwd=dFlNMVlVZ2d6b0FnSHh3ZlFwV2NMdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 422 318 8307 Passcode: 521161
AGENDA: not posted, check later in the week
https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/
Sunday, April 16, 2023
HOLOCAUST REMEMBRANCE DAY at 2 pm
Reserve complimentary tickets at https://BerkeleyHRD.eventbrite.com
Program is online
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April 10, 2023 AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Draft Agenda for April 25, 2023 City Council Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1615250967
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 161 525 0967
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.Oyekanmi, Finance - Formal Bid Solicitations and Requests for Proposals
2.Sprague, Fire Dept – Grant Application: FEMA to hire additional firefighters for up to $5,093,798 with no matching funds to hire 6 additional firefighters
3.Warhuus, HHCS – Extension of the Alameda County Abandoned Vehicle Abatement Program through 5/31/2033
4.Warhuus, HHCS – Revenue Contract Grant Funds projected award $1,050,000 for Vector Program FY 2022 - FY 2024
5.Ferris, Parks – Contract total $1,200,000 with Freitas Landscaping ($600,000) and Pacific Site Management ($600,000) for on-call vegetation management services over 3 years
6.Ferris, Parks – Contracts total $200,000 with Redwood Engineering ($100,000) and OBS Engineering ($100,000) for as-needed irrigation services
7.Ferris, Parks – Amend Contract #32200178 add $120,000 total $169,900 withMountain Valley Environmental Services for Chief Water Plant Operator Services for Berkeley Tuolumme Camp
8.Ferris, Parks – Grant Application: Clean California Local Grant – Tom Bates Fields Beautification Project
9.Louis, Police – Amend Contract #31900297 add $100,000 total $410,000 with Epic Recruiting for Advertising and Marketing Strategy for Berkeley Police Dept
10.Garland, Public Works – Contract $262,666 with GradeTech, Inc for Restroom in the right of way Channing at Telegraph
11.Garland, Public Works – Amend Contract # 112199-1 add $164,000 total $414,000 with Technology, Engineering and Construction, Inc., dba TEC Accutite, for Fuel Sotrage Tank Maintenance, Repairs, and Certification Services and extend through 6/30/2024
12.Garland, Public Works – Amen Contract #112725-1 add $250,000 total $650,000 with Du-All Safety, LLC for Safety and Training Services
13.Garland, Public Works – Initiate proceedings for FY 2024 Street Lighting Assessments
14.Garland, Public Works – Purchase Order Amendment add $750,000 total $11,494,000 with Diesel Direct West, Inc. to purchase fuel for City vehicles and equipment
15.Garland, Public Works – Reject Bids for the MRP Trash Capture FY 2023 Project, Specification #23-1156-C
16.Arreguin – Support AB 441 earned income tax credit for young children and foster children
17.Taplin – Budget Referral: $1,000,000 for Berkeley Marina J & K Parking lot
18.Taplin, co-sponsor Wengraf – Budget Referral: $800,000 for Berkeley Marina Bike Park
19.Taplin – Budget Referral: $300,000 Dreamland for Kids Playground Design
20.Taplin – Budget Referral: $200,000 Shorebird Park Playground Design
21.Bartlett – Relinquishment of Council Budget funds for Celebracion Cultural Sylvia Mendez Spring Cultural Celebration Sylvia Mendez School PTA
22.Harrison – Budget Referral for staffing costs associated with administering the Empty Homes Tax
23.Robinson – Support AB 73 which allows bicyclists 18 yr and older to treat all-way stop signs as yield signs
AGENDA on ACTION:
24.Garland, Public Works – Proposition 218 Procedures and Five Year Zero Waste Rate Schedule and add Zero Waste customers to the City’s very low income refund program
25.Community Health Commission – Referral Response: Responsible Psychedelic Drug Policy recommends deprioritizing enforcement of laws for personal use, cultivation and processing with the exception of Peyote
26.Arreguin, co-sponsor Hahn – Contract $35,000 for four months with CONCUR for a strategic plan to engage with Sutter Health to alleviate impacts of closure of Alta Bates Hospital
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April 11, 2023 AGENDA for CITY COUNCIL Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1606544287
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 160 654 4287
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.Minutes
2.Formal bid solicitations and Request for Proposals Scheduled for Possible Issuance After Council Approval on April 11, $120,000 for Mini-Bulk Swimming Pool Chemicals
3.Warhuus, HHCS - Amend Contract #31900273 add $80,000 total $11,490,274 with Bay Area Community Services North County Housing Resource Center
4.Warhuus, HHCS – Contract $249,413 with JSI Research & Training Institute, Inc for Community Health Assessment, Innovation, and Improvement Plan Consultant for HHCS for 5/1/2023 – 5/1/2025
5.Warhuus, HHCS – Contract $175,000 with Easy Does It for Provision of Wheelchair Van Service for Seniors & the Disabled
6.Warhuus, HHCS – Amend Contract #32100126 add $50,000 total $150,000 with Anjanette Scott LLC for Housing Consultant Services and extend to 6/30/2024
7.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Amend Contract #32000224 add $150,000 total $200,000 with Govinvest Labor Costing, Pension & OPEB (Other Post-Employment Benefits) Analysis Software to cover 3 years of subscription
8.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Side Letter of Agreement – SEIU, Local 1021 Community Services & Part-Time Recreation Leaders Association, MOU regarding Hazardous Substance Special Assignment Pay, effective 7/7/2022 employees who are regularly assigned to perform services to actual hours in the field and performing services in the unhoused setting receive a 3% differential
9.Fong, IT – Amend Contract #31900122-1 add $105,000 total $674,300 with Rolling Orange Inc for additional website maintenance and support 3/1/2019 – 6/30/2025
10.Ferris, PRW – Donation $3,400 for Memorial Bench at the Berkeley Marina in memory of Sophia Pritzos
11.Ferris, PRW – Lease Amendment Cazadero Performing Arts Camp for City to disburse up to $400,000 to tenant to implement capital improvements to satisfy City’s obligations under the lease
12.Ferris, PRW – Contract $3,175,000 includes 17% contingency $464,310 with Power Engineering Construction for Timber Pile Replacement Project at Berkeley Marina
13.Ferris, PRW – Amend Contract #10785 add $100,000 total $1,290,000 with West Coast Arborist, Inc for Tree Removal and Pruning Service
14.Louis BPD – Accept Grant Funding $106,014 from Board of State and Community Corrections (BSCC) Officer Wellness and Mental Health Grant Award Program 7/1/2022 – 12/1/2025
15.Peace and Justice Commission – Support 3/21/2023 Day of Action Urging Banks to Divest from Fossil Fuel Businesses
16.Sugar Sweetened Beverage Product Panel of Experts – a. Allocation $3,000,000 over two years to reduce consumption and health impacts of sugar-sweetened beverages, b. Oyekanmi COMPANIAN Report – Allocation $2,000,000 (not $3,000,0000)
17.Arreguin, co-sponsor Bartlett – Support AB 40 – Improving Ambulance Patient Offload Times develops 20 minute statewide standard
18.Arreguin, co-sponsor Taplin, Bartlett – Support AB 1001, relates to behavioral health emergency services
19.Arreguin – Fred Ross Memorial Bench in Cesar Chavez Park
20.Taplin, co-sponsors Arreguin, Bartlett, Harrison – Support AB 1690, Universal Health Care
21.Taplin, co-sponsors Bartlett, Harrison – Support AB 362, Changes real property taxation to the value of the land without regard to buildings, property or other improvements instead of current real property taxation based on appraisal
22.Harrison – Budget referral $54,000 to increase personnel funding for Berkeley Community Media
23.Harrison – Budget referral $100,000 to fund Harold Way Placemaking Project Schematic Design
24.Harrison – Budget referral $147,000 for annual staffing costs for two full-time Social Workers for Social Justice Collaborative
25.Harrison, co-sponsor Bartlett - Budget referral $100,000 to design a comprehensive Berkeley Police Early Intervention and Risk Management System
26.Harrison – Budget referral $579,000 for staffing costs associated with acquisition of and prevention of displacement of multi-family housing related to Empty Homes Tax and implementation of TOPA
27.Harrison – Relinquishment of Council Office Budget Funds to grant Downtown Berkeley Association $500 for 2274 Shattuck Mural Project serving a municipal public purpose
28.Harrison – Support AB 641 auto dismantlers: catalytic converters expand definition to include individuals illegally in possession of two or more catalytic converters
29.Hahn, co-sponsor Wengraf – Proclaim May as Jewish American Heritage Month
30.Hahn, co-sponsor Taplin - Relinquishment of Council Office Budget Funds to grant to Kala Art Institute $500
31.Hahn, co-sponsors Bartlett, Taplin – Budget referral $250,000 to study Berkeley’s affordable and social housing needs and programmatic and funding opportunities for incomes from below 30% to 120% of AMI
32.Wengraf – Budget referral $30,000 for yield signs at two unmarked intersections at Shasta and Queens and Quail and Queens
33.Wengraf , co-sponsor Hahn, Humbert, Taplin– Budget referral $150,000 for handrails, lights and signage for City Pedestrian Path Network
34.Robinson, co-sponsors Arreguin, Harrison, Hahn – Approval of the Public Bank of the East Bay Viability Study
35.Humbert, co-sponsor Robinson – Budget referral $2,200,000 to fully fund sidewalk repair program add $1,000,000 (above the existing $1,00,000 baseline funding for sidewalk repair)
AGENDA on ACTION:
36.Harrison, co-sponsor Arreguin – Adopt ordinance adding BMC chapter 2.102 to establish a Labor Peace Policy Minimizing Labor/Management Conflict in Berkeley Marina Zone
37.Friedrichsen, Budget Manager – Unfunded Liability Obligations and Unfunded Infrastructure Needs, accept report and provide staff direction
38.Homeless Services Panel of Experts – Recommendation for RV Lot and Waste Management on Streets for RV a. Refer to staff to expediate replacement site for 742 Grayson and develop a waste management plan, b. Radu COMPANIAN Report refer (back to) Homeless Services Panel of Experts
40.Environment and Climate Commission 2023 Work Plan
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LAND USE CALENDAR:
Public Hearings
469 Kentucky (single family dwelling) 5/23/2023
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
April 18 – Hopkins Corridor Plan, Canceled
April 25 – Results of Referral Prioritization Process (RRV), Appointments of the Chief of Police and Fire Chief at 4:30 pm
May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report, Climate Action Plan and Resilience Update, Berkeley Economic Dashboards Update,
July 18 – Draft Waterfront Specific Plan (tentative)
Unscheduled Presentations:
Hopkins Corridor Plan (Special Meeting) – Removed from
City Council Agenda & Rules Committee and Unfinished Business for Scheduling
City Policies for Managing Parking Around BART Stations – check with Garland
Worth Noting:
The draft agenda for the April 25 City Council Regular Meeting and the agenda for next Tuesday, April 11 City Council meeting follows below this calendar of city meetings.
- Monday: The Agenda and Rules Committee meets at 2:30 pm, the Youth Commission is at 6:30 pm and the Housing Advisory Commission meets at 6 pm. Speaking Up for Point Molate from 6 – 7 pm on the Richmond Port looks interesting.
- Tuesday: City Council meets at 6 pm with item 36 from Councilmember Harrison The Labor Peace Policy Minimizing Labor/Management Conflict in Berkeley Marina and item 37 from the Finance Department on unfunded liabilities. The Police Accountability Board meets at 6:30 pm. Both meetings are hybrid with online and in-person options.
- Wednesday: The location for the Parks, Recreation and Waterfront Commission has changed, note that the meeting is at the Live Oak Center at 7 pm. The agenda includes a presentation and discussion of the Waterfront Specific Plan.
- Thursday: Note the changed time for the FITES Committee. FITES meets at 9 am in the hybrid format. City Council will be in closed session at 3 pm.
- Saturday: The Berkeley Neighborhoods Council meets at 10 am in the virtual online format. The recording of the South Berkeley Town Hall with Ben Bartlett and Kate Harrison is available until April 23.
- Sunday: The Holocaust Remembrance Day observation will be an online gathering at 2 pm. Register with Eventbrite.
Directions with links to ZOOM support for activating Closed Captioning and Save Transcript are at the bottom of this calendar.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, April 9, 2023 – No city meetings listed
Monday, April 10, 2023
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1615250967
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 161 525 0967
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 4/25/2023 draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda below at the end of the list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Workssessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review: 8. COVID, Unscheduled Items: 9. Discussion of Potential Changes to City Council Legislative Process, 10. Modifications or Improvements to City Council Meeting Procedures, 11. Strengthening and Supporting City Commission: Guidance on Development of Legislative Proposals, 12. Discussion Regarding Design and Strengthening of Policy Committees Process and Structure (Including Budget Referrals),
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
HOUSING ADVISORY COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person Only: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center at 7 pm
AGENDA: 6. Recommend City Council adopt the City of Berkeley’s Draft Annual Action Plan (AAP) PY 2023 for HUD, 7. Discussion and Possible Action to appoint subcommittees a. Housing Trust Fund Subcommittee, b. Public Facilities Improvements NOFA Applications Review Subcommittee, 8. Update on and possible action on Fair Access and Transparency Ordinance Subcommittee
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/housing-advisory-commission
YOUTH COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
In-Person Only: 1730 Oregon
AGENDA: 7. Director’s Report, 8. Introductions, 9. Review Current Work Plan, 10. Create the 2023 Youth Commission Work Plan, 11. Form a Health Services Survey sub-committee
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/youth-commission
SPEAKING UP for POINT MOLATE from 6 – 7 pm
Videoconference: https://sierraclub.zoom.us/j/99891619534
AGENDA: From Parks to Ports with David Helvarg, Executive Director, Blue Frontier, How the Port of Richmond can play a central role in making our city greener and cleaner
Tuesday, April 11, 2023
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1606544287
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 160 654 4287
AGENDA: Use the link and choose the html option or see the agenda listed at the end of the calendar.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD (PAB) at 6:30 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, Judge Henry Ramsey Jr. South Berkeley Senior Center
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82653396072
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 826 5359 6072
AGENDA: 3. Public Comment on agenda and non-agenda items, 5. ODPA Staff Report, 6. Chair and Members’ Report, 7. Chief’s Report, 8. Training on Early Warning System by Captain Chris Bolton (retired), 9. Subcommittee reports, 10. PAB response to the Public Safety Policy Committee’s questions regarding Unmanned Aerial Systems, Fixed Camera Surveillance Systems, 11. A. Review of PAB proposed permanent regulations, b. Review of BPD 2022 Annual Report on Police Equipment and Community Safety Ordinance, 12. Public Comment, CLOSED SESSION.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
Wednesday, April 12, 2023
PARKS, RECREATION AND WATERFRONT COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person Only: NOTE LOCATION - 1301 Shattuck, Live Oak Center, Fireside Room
AGENDA: 8. Director’s Report (Ferris), 9. Presentation Waterfront Specific Plan (Ferris), Discussion/Action: 10. Create Waterfront Specific Plan (Abshez), 11. Measure T1 Shortfall (Wazniak/ Kawczynska), 12. (Discussion) Proposed Fee Increases to City Recreation and Waterfront fees (Ferris), 13. PRW Workplan
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/parks-recreation-and-waterfront-commission
Thursday, April 13, 2023
FACILITIES, INFRASTRUCTURE, TRANSPORTATION, ENVIRONMENT & SUSTAINABILITY (FITES) at 9 am
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, Redwood Room 6th Floor
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1602560848
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 160 256 0848
AGENDA: 2. Audit Status Reports: Fleet Replacement Fund Short Millions & Rocky Road, 3. Kesarwani, co-sponsors Humbert, Taplin, Wengraf – Budget Referral: Additional Street Maintenance Funding to Improve Pavement Condition increase by $4.7 million.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-facilities-infrastructure-transportation-environment-sustainability
CITY COUNCIL Closed Session at 3 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, Redwood Room 6th Floor
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1618017241
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 161 801 7241
AGENDA: 1. Public Employee Appointments a. Fire Chief, b. Chief of Police
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Friday, April 14, 2023 – Reduced Service Day
Saturday, April 15, 2023
BERKELEY NEIGHBORHOODS COUNCIL at 10 am
Videoconference:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/4223188307?pwd=dFlNMVlVZ2d6b0FnSHh3ZlFwV2NMdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 422 318 8307 Passcode: 521161
AGENDA: not posted, check later in the week
https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/
Sunday, April 16, 2023
HOLOCAUST REMEMBRANCE DAY at 2 pm
Reserve complimentary tickets at https://BerkeleyHRD.eventbrite.com
Program is online
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April 10, 2023 AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Draft Agenda for April 25, 2023 City Council Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1615250967
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 161 525 0967
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.Oyekanmi, Finance - Formal Bid Solicitations and Requests for Proposals
2.Sprague, Fire Dept – Grant Application: FEMA to hire additional firefighters for up to $5,093,798 with no matching funds to hire 6 additional firefighters
3.Warhuus, HHCS – Extension of the Alameda County Abandoned Vehicle Abatement Program through 5/31/2033
4.Warhuus, HHCS – Revenue Contract Grant Funds projected award $1,050,000 for Vector Program FY 2022 - FY 2024
5.Ferris, Parks – Contract total $1,200,000 with Freitas Landscaping ($600,000) and Pacific Site Management ($600,000) for on-call vegetation management services over 3 years
6.Ferris, Parks – Contracts total $200,000 with Redwood Engineering ($100,000) and OBS Engineering ($100,000) for as-needed irrigation services
7.Ferris, Parks – Amend Contract #32200178 add $120,000 total $169,900 withMountain Valley Environmental Services for Chief Water Plant Operator Services for Berkeley Tuolumme Camp
8.Ferris, Parks – Grant Application: Clean California Local Grant – Tom Bates Fields Beautification Project
9.Louis, Police – Amend Contract #31900297 add $100,000 total $410,000 with Epic Recruiting for Advertising and Marketing Strategy for Berkeley Police Dept
10.Garland, Public Works – Contract $262,666 with GradeTech, Inc for Restroom in the right of way Channing at Telegraph
11.Garland, Public Works – Amend Contract # 112199-1 add $164,000 total $414,000 with Technology, Engineering and Construction, Inc., dba TEC Accutite, for Fuel Sotrage Tank Maintenance, Repairs, and Certification Services and extend through 6/30/2024
12.Garland, Public Works – Amen Contract #112725-1 add $250,000 total $650,000 with Du-All Safety, LLC for Safety and Training Services
13.Garland, Public Works – Initiate proceedings for FY 2024 Street Lighting Assessments
14.Garland, Public Works – Purchase Order Amendment add $750,000 total $11,494,000 with Diesel Direct West, Inc. to purchase fuel for City vehicles and equipment
15.Garland, Public Works – Reject Bids for the MRP Trash Capture FY 2023 Project, Specification #23-1156-C
16.Arreguin – Support AB 441 earned income tax credit for young children and foster children
17.Taplin – Budget Referral: $1,000,000 for Berkeley Marina J & K Parking lot
18.Taplin, co-sponsor Wengraf – Budget Referral: $800,000 for Berkeley Marina Bike Park
19.Taplin – Budget Referral: $300,000 Dreamland for Kids Playground Design
20.Taplin – Budget Referral: $200,000 Shorebird Park Playground Design
21.Bartlett – Relinquishment of Council Budget funds for Celebracion Cultural Sylvia Mendez Spring Cultural Celebration Sylvia Mendez School PTA
22.Harrison – Budget Referral for staffing costs associated with administering the Empty Homes Tax
23.Robinson – Support AB 73 which allows bicyclists 18 yr and older to treat all-way stop signs as yield signs
AGENDA on ACTION:
24.Garland, Public Works – Proposition 218 Procedures and Five Year Zero Waste Rate Schedule and add Zero Waste customers to the City’s very low income refund program
25.Community Health Commission – Referral Response: Responsible Psychedelic Drug Policy recommends deprioritizing enforcement of laws for personal use, cultivation and processing with the exception of Peyote
26.Arreguin, co-sponsor Hahn – Contract $35,000 for four months with CONCUR for a strategic plan to engage with Sutter Health to alleviate impacts of closure of Alta Bates Hospital
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April 11, 2023 AGENDA for CITY COUNCIL Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1606544287
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 160 654 4287
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.Minutes
2.Formal bid solicitations and Request for Proposals Scheduled for Possible Issuance After Council Approval on April 11, $120,000 for Mini-Bulk Swimming Pool Chemicals
3.Warhuus, HHCS - Amend Contract #31900273 add $80,000 total $11,490,274 with Bay Area Community Services North County Housing Resource Center
4.Warhuus, HHCS – Contract $249,413 with JSI Research & Training Institute, Inc for Community Health Assessment, Innovation, and Improvement Plan Consultant for HHCS for 5/1/2023 – 5/1/2025
5.Warhuus, HHCS – Contract $175,000 with Easy Does It for Provision of Wheelchair Van Service for Seniors & the Disabled
6.Warhuus, HHCS – Amend Contract #32100126 add $50,000 total $150,000 with Anjanette Scott LLC for Housing Consultant Services and extend to 6/30/2024
7.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Amend Contract #32000224 add $150,000 total $200,000 with Govinvest Labor Costing, Pension & OPEB (Other Post-Employment Benefits) Analysis Software to cover 3 years of subscription
8.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Side Letter of Agreement – SEIU, Local 1021 Community Services & Part-Time Recreation Leaders Association, MOU regarding Hazardous Substance Special Assignment Pay, effective 7/7/2022 employees who are regularly assigned to perform services to actual hours in the field and performing services in the unhoused setting receive a 3% differential
9.Fong, IT – Amend Contract #31900122-1 add $105,000 total $674,300 with Rolling Orange Inc for additional website maintenance and support 3/1/2019 – 6/30/2025
10.Ferris, PRW – Donation $3,400 for Memorial Bench at the Berkeley Marina in memory of Sophia Pritzos
11.Ferris, PRW – Lease Amendment Cazadero Performing Arts Camp for City to disburse up to $400,000 to tenant to implement capital improvements to satisfy City’s obligations under the lease
12.Ferris, PRW – Contract $3,175,000 includes 17% contingency $464,310 with Power Engineering Construction for Timber Pile Replacement Project at Berkeley Marina
13.Ferris, PRW – Amend Contract #10785 add $100,000 total $1,290,000 with West Coast Arborist, Inc for Tree Removal and Pruning Service
14.Louis BPD – Accept Grant Funding $106,014 from Board of State and Community Corrections (BSCC) Officer Wellness and Mental Health Grant Award Program 7/1/2022 – 12/1/2025
15.Peace and Justice Commission – Support 3/21/2023 Day of Action Urging Banks to Divest from Fossil Fuel Businesses
16.Sugar Sweetened Beverage Product Panel of Experts – a. Allocation $3,000,000 over two years to reduce consumption and health impacts of sugar-sweetened beverages, b. Oyekanmi COMPANIAN Report – Allocation $2,000,000 (not $3,000,0000)
17.Arreguin, co-sponsor Bartlett – Support AB 40 – Improving Ambulance Patient Offload Times develops 20 minute statewide standard
18.Arreguin, co-sponsor Taplin, Bartlett – Support AB 1001, relates to behavioral health emergency services
19.Arreguin – Fred Ross Memorial Bench in Cesar Chavez Park
20.Taplin, co-sponsors Arreguin, Bartlett, Harrison – Support AB 1690, Universal Health Care
21.Taplin, co-sponsors Bartlett, Harrison – Support AB 362, Changes real property taxation to the value of the land without regard to buildings, property or other improvements instead of current real property taxation based on appraisal
22.Harrison – Budget referral $54,000 to increase personnel funding for Berkeley Community Media
23.Harrison – Budget referral $100,000 to fund Harold Way Placemaking Project Schematic Design
24.Harrison – Budget referral $147,000 for annual staffing costs for two full-time Social Workers for Social Justice Collaborative
25.Harrison, co-sponsor Bartlett - Budget referral $100,000 to design a comprehensive Berkeley Police Early Intervention and Risk Management System
26.Harrison – Budget referral $579,000 for staffing costs associated with acquisition of and prevention of displacement of multi-family housing related to Empty Homes Tax and implementation of TOPA
27.Harrison – Relinquishment of Council Office Budget Funds to grant Downtown Berkeley Association $500 for 2274 Shattuck Mural Project serving a municipal public purpose
28.Harrison – Support AB 641 auto dismantlers: catalytic converters expand definition to include individuals illegally in possession of two or more catalytic converters
29.Hahn, co-sponsor Wengraf – Proclaim May as Jewish American Heritage Month
30.Hahn, co-sponsor Taplin - Relinquishment of Council Office Budget Funds to grant to Kala Art Institute $500
31.Hahn, co-sponsors Bartlett, Taplin – Budget referral $250,000 to study Berkeley’s affordable and social housing needs and programmatic and funding opportunities for incomes from below 30% to 120% of AMI
32.Wengraf – Budget referral $30,000 for yield signs at two unmarked intersections at Shasta and Queens and Quail and Queens
33.Wengraf , co-sponsor Hahn, Humbert, Taplin– Budget referral $150,000 for handrails, lights and signage for City Pedestrian Path Network
34.Robinson, co-sponsors Arreguin, Harrison, Hahn – Approval of the Public Bank of the East Bay Viability Study
35.Humbert, co-sponsor Robinson – Budget referral $2,200,000 to fully fund sidewalk repair program add $1,000,000 (above the existing $1,00,000 baseline funding for sidewalk repair)
AGENDA on ACTION:
36.Harrison, co-sponsor Arreguin – Adopt ordinance adding BMC chapter 2.102 to establish a Labor Peace Policy Minimizing Labor/Management Conflict in Berkeley Marina Zone
37.Friedrichsen, Budget Manager – Unfunded Liability Obligations and Unfunded Infrastructure Needs, accept report and provide staff direction
38.Homeless Services Panel of Experts – Recommendation for RV Lot and Waste Management on Streets for RV a. Refer to staff to expediate replacement site for 742 Grayson and develop a waste management plan, b. Radu COMPANIAN Report refer (back to) Homeless Services Panel of Experts
- Peace and Justice Commission a. Budget referral $150,000 for two health educator positions, b. Radu COMPANIAN Report refer (back to) Peace and Justice Commission
40.Environment and Climate Commission 2023 Work Plan
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LAND USE CALENDAR:
Public Hearings
469 Kentucky (single family dwelling) 5/23/2023
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
April 18 – Hopkins Corridor Plan, Canceled
April 25 – Results of Referral Prioritization Process (RRV), Appointments of the Chief of Police and Fire Chief at 4:30 pm
May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report, Climate Action Plan and Resilience Update, Berkeley Economic Dashboards Update,
July 18 – Draft Waterfront Specific Plan (tentative)
Unscheduled Presentations:
Hopkins Corridor Plan (Special Meeting) – Removed from
City Council Agenda & Rules Committee and Unfinished Business for Scheduling
City Policies for Managing Parking Around BART Stations – check with Garland
April 2, 2023 - April 9, 2023
Worth Noting:
Very quiet week ahead. City Council is on Spring Recess until April 11. Passover begins April 5 and Easter Sunday is April 9. The April 11 City Council meeting agenda is posted and available for comment. The Berkeley Neighborhoods Council meeting is scheduled for April 15. Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, April 2, 2023 – No city meetings listed
Monday, April 3, 2023
PERSONNEL BOARD at 7 pm
In-Person Only: 1301 Shattuck, Live Oak Community Center, Fireside Room
AGENDA: V. Recommendation to Approve Petition to Modify Unit to Accrete Paramedics, VI. Request for Extension of Temporary Police Accountability Investigator, VII. Recommendation Amending Behavioral Health Clinician Job Classification, VIII. Recommendation Amending the Mental Health Nurse Job Class Specification
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/personnel-board
SPEAKING UP FOR POINT MOLATE from 6 – 7 PM
Videoconference: https://sierraclub.zoom.us/j/99891619534
AGENDA: Celebrating Ospreys at Point Molate with Myrna L. Hayes President, Mare Island Heritage Trust. Mare Island holds the popular annual Osprey Festival. Point Molate and the San Pablo Peninsula are second only to Mare Island in the number of Osprey nests in the SF Bay Area.
Tuesday, April 4, 2023
WATERFRONT BIKE PARK COMMUNITY WORKSHOP #3 from 5 – 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89510233540
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171Meeting ID: 895 1023 3540 Passcode: 94710
AGENDA: Final conceptual design for a bike park at the Berkeley Waterfront
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/waterfront-bike-park-community-workshop-3
Wednesday, April 5, 2023 – No city meetings listed
Thursday, April 6, 2023 - No city meetings listed
Friday, April 7, 2023
FLASHLIGHT EGG HUNT from 7 pm – 9 pm
At 1730 Oregon, Grove Park
AGENDA: Free event for teens 5th – 8th grade
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/flashlight-egg-hunt
Saturday, April 8, 2023
Sunday, April 9, 2023
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April 11, 2023 Agenda for CITY COUNCIL Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1606544287
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 160 654 4287
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.Minutes
2.Formal bid solicitations and Request for Proposals Scheduled for Possible Issuance After Council Approval on April 11, $120,000 for Mini-Bulk Swimming Pool Chemicals
3.Warhuus, HHCS - Amend Contract #31900273 add $80,000 total $11,490,274 with Bay Area Community Services North County Housing Resource Center
4.Warhuus, HHCS – Contract $249,413 with JSI Research & Training Institute, Inc for Community Health Assessment, Innovation, and Improvement Plan Consultant for HHCS for 5/1/2023 – 5/1/2025
5.Warhuus, HHCS – Contract $175,000 with Easy Does It for Provision of Wheelchair Van Service for Seniors & the Disabled
6.Warhuus, HHCS – Amend Contract #32100126 add $50,000 total $150,000 with Anjanette Scott LLC for Housing Consultant Services and extend to 6/30/2024
7.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Amend Contract #32000224 add $150,000 total $200,000 with Govinvest Labor Costing, Pension & OPEB (Other Post-Employment Benefits) Analysis Software to cover 3 years of subscription
8.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Side Letter of Agreement – SEIU, Local 1021 Community Services & Part-Time Recreation Leaders Association, MOU regarding Hazardous Substance Special Assignment Pay, effective 7/7/2022 employees who are regularly assigned to perform services to actual hours in the field and performing services in the unhoused setting receive a 3% differential
9.Fong, IT – Amend Contract #31900122-1 add $105,000 total $674,300 with Rolling Orange Inc for additional website maintenance and support 3/1/2019 – 6/30/2025
10.Ferris, PRW – Donation $3,400 for Memorial Bench at the Berkeley Marina in memory of Sophia Pritzos
11.Ferris, PRW – Lease Amendment Cazadero Performing Arts Camp for City to disburse up to $400,000 to tenant to implement capital improvements to satisfy City’s obligations under the lease
12.Ferris, PRW – Contract $3,175,000 includes 17% contingency $464,310 with Power Engineering Construction for Timber Pile Replacement Project at Berkeley Marina
13.Ferris, PRW – Amend Contract #10785 add $100,000 total $1,290,000 with West Coast Arborist, Inc for Tree Removal and Pruning Service
14.Louis BPD – Accept Grant Funding $106,014 from Board of State and Community Corrections (BSCC) Officer Wellness and Mental Health Grant Award Program 7/1/2022 – 12/1/2025
15.Peace and Justice Commission – Support 3/21/2023 Day of Action Urging Banks to Divest from Fossil Fuel Businesses
16.Sugar Sweetened Beverage Product Panel of Experts – a. Allocation $3,000,000 over two years to reduce consumption and health impacts of sugar-sweetened beverages, b. Oyekanmi COMPANIAN Report – Allocation $2,000,000 (not $3,000,0000)
17.Arreguin, co-sponsor Bartlett – Support AB 40 – Improving Ambulance Patient Offload Times develops 20 minute statewide standard
18.Arreguin, co-sponsor Taplin, Bartlett – Support AB 1001, relates to behavioral health emergency services
19.Arreguin – Fred Ross Memorial Bench in Cesar Chavez Park
20.Taplin, co-sponsors Arreguin, Bartlett, Harrison – Support AB 1690, Universal Health Care
21.Taplin, co-sponsors Bartlett, Harrison – Support AB 362, Changes real property taxation to the value of the land without regard to buildings, property or other improvements instead of current real property taxation based on appraisal
22.Harrison – Budget referral $54,000 to increase personnel funding for Berkeley Community Media
23.Harrison – Budget referral $100,000 to fund Harold Way Placemaking Project Schematic Design
24.Harrison – Budget referral $147,000 for annual staffing costs for two full-time Social Workers for Social Justice Collaborative
25.Harrison, co-sponsor Bartlett - Budget referral $100,000 to design a comprehensive Berkeley Police Early Intervention and Risk Management System
26.Harrison – Budget referral $579,000 for staffing costs associated with acquisition of and prevention of displacement of multi-family housing related to Empty Hoes Tax and implementation of TOPA
27.Harrison – Relinquishment of Council Office Budget Funds to grant Downtown Berkeley Association $500 for 2274 Shattuck Mural Project serving a municipal public purpose
28.Harrison – Support AB 641 auto dismantlers: catalytic converters expand definition to include individuals illegally in possession of two or more catalytic converters
29.Hahn, co-sponsor Wengraf – Proclaim May as Jewish American Heritage Month
30.Hahn, co-sponsor Taplin - Relinquishment of Council Office Budget Funds to grant to Kala Art Institute $500
31.Hahn, co-sponsors Bartlett, Taplin – Budget referral $250,000 to study Berkeley’s affordable and social housing needs and programmatic and funding opportunities for incomes from below 30% to 120% of AMI
32.Wengraf – Budget referral $30,000 for yield signs at two unmarked intersections at Shasta and Queens and Quail and Queens
33.Wengraf , co-sponsor Hahn, Humbert, Taplin– Budget referral $150,000 for handrails, lights and signage for City Pedestrian Path Network
34.Robinson, co-sponsors Arreguin, Harrison, Hahn – Approval of the Public Bank of the East Bay Viability Study
35.Humbert, co-sponsor Robinson – Budget referral $2,200,000 to fully fund sidewalk repair program add $1,000,000 (above the existing $1,00,000 baseline funding for sidewalk repair)
AGENDA on ACTION:
36.Harrison, co-sponsor Arreguin – Adopt ordinance adding BMC chapter 2.102 to establish a Labor Peace Policy Minimizing Labor/Management Conflict in Berkeley Marina Zone
37.Friedrichsen, Budget Manager – Unfunded Liability Obligations and Unfunded Infrastructure Needs, accept report and provide staff direction
38.Homeless Services Panel of Experts – Recommendation for RV Lot and Waste Management on Streets for RV a. Refer to staff to expediate replacement site for 742 Grayson and develop a waste management plan, b. Radu COMPANIAN Report refer (back to) Homeless Services Panel of Experts
40.Environment and Climate Commission 2023 Work Plan
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LAND USE CALENDAR:
Public Hearings
469 Kentucky (single family dwelling) 5/23/2023
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
April 18 – Hopkins Corridor Plan,
May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report 5/16/2023, Climate Action Plan and Resilience Update, Berkeley Economic Dashboards Update,
Unscheduled Presentations:
City Policies for Managing Parking Around BART Stations – check with Garland
Worth Noting:
Very quiet week ahead. City Council is on Spring Recess until April 11. Passover begins April 5 and Easter Sunday is April 9. The April 11 City Council meeting agenda is posted and available for comment. The Berkeley Neighborhoods Council meeting is scheduled for April 15. Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
- Monday the Personnel Board meets at 7 pm in person only. Speaking Up for Point Molate presents Osprey at Point Molate on ZOOM from 6 – 7 pm.
- Tuesday at 5 pm is the final conceptual design meeting for a bike park at the waterfront and it is on ZOOM (NOT in person).
- Friday at 7 pm is a flashlight egg hunt event for 5th – 8th graders at Grove Park.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, April 2, 2023 – No city meetings listed
Monday, April 3, 2023
PERSONNEL BOARD at 7 pm
In-Person Only: 1301 Shattuck, Live Oak Community Center, Fireside Room
AGENDA: V. Recommendation to Approve Petition to Modify Unit to Accrete Paramedics, VI. Request for Extension of Temporary Police Accountability Investigator, VII. Recommendation Amending Behavioral Health Clinician Job Classification, VIII. Recommendation Amending the Mental Health Nurse Job Class Specification
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/personnel-board
SPEAKING UP FOR POINT MOLATE from 6 – 7 PM
Videoconference: https://sierraclub.zoom.us/j/99891619534
AGENDA: Celebrating Ospreys at Point Molate with Myrna L. Hayes President, Mare Island Heritage Trust. Mare Island holds the popular annual Osprey Festival. Point Molate and the San Pablo Peninsula are second only to Mare Island in the number of Osprey nests in the SF Bay Area.
Tuesday, April 4, 2023
WATERFRONT BIKE PARK COMMUNITY WORKSHOP #3 from 5 – 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89510233540
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171Meeting ID: 895 1023 3540 Passcode: 94710
AGENDA: Final conceptual design for a bike park at the Berkeley Waterfront
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/waterfront-bike-park-community-workshop-3
Wednesday, April 5, 2023 – No city meetings listed
Thursday, April 6, 2023 - No city meetings listed
Friday, April 7, 2023
FLASHLIGHT EGG HUNT from 7 pm – 9 pm
At 1730 Oregon, Grove Park
AGENDA: Free event for teens 5th – 8th grade
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/flashlight-egg-hunt
Saturday, April 8, 2023
Sunday, April 9, 2023
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April 11, 2023 Agenda for CITY COUNCIL Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1606544287
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 160 654 4287
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.Minutes
2.Formal bid solicitations and Request for Proposals Scheduled for Possible Issuance After Council Approval on April 11, $120,000 for Mini-Bulk Swimming Pool Chemicals
3.Warhuus, HHCS - Amend Contract #31900273 add $80,000 total $11,490,274 with Bay Area Community Services North County Housing Resource Center
4.Warhuus, HHCS – Contract $249,413 with JSI Research & Training Institute, Inc for Community Health Assessment, Innovation, and Improvement Plan Consultant for HHCS for 5/1/2023 – 5/1/2025
5.Warhuus, HHCS – Contract $175,000 with Easy Does It for Provision of Wheelchair Van Service for Seniors & the Disabled
6.Warhuus, HHCS – Amend Contract #32100126 add $50,000 total $150,000 with Anjanette Scott LLC for Housing Consultant Services and extend to 6/30/2024
7.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Amend Contract #32000224 add $150,000 total $200,000 with Govinvest Labor Costing, Pension & OPEB (Other Post-Employment Benefits) Analysis Software to cover 3 years of subscription
8.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Side Letter of Agreement – SEIU, Local 1021 Community Services & Part-Time Recreation Leaders Association, MOU regarding Hazardous Substance Special Assignment Pay, effective 7/7/2022 employees who are regularly assigned to perform services to actual hours in the field and performing services in the unhoused setting receive a 3% differential
9.Fong, IT – Amend Contract #31900122-1 add $105,000 total $674,300 with Rolling Orange Inc for additional website maintenance and support 3/1/2019 – 6/30/2025
10.Ferris, PRW – Donation $3,400 for Memorial Bench at the Berkeley Marina in memory of Sophia Pritzos
11.Ferris, PRW – Lease Amendment Cazadero Performing Arts Camp for City to disburse up to $400,000 to tenant to implement capital improvements to satisfy City’s obligations under the lease
12.Ferris, PRW – Contract $3,175,000 includes 17% contingency $464,310 with Power Engineering Construction for Timber Pile Replacement Project at Berkeley Marina
13.Ferris, PRW – Amend Contract #10785 add $100,000 total $1,290,000 with West Coast Arborist, Inc for Tree Removal and Pruning Service
14.Louis BPD – Accept Grant Funding $106,014 from Board of State and Community Corrections (BSCC) Officer Wellness and Mental Health Grant Award Program 7/1/2022 – 12/1/2025
15.Peace and Justice Commission – Support 3/21/2023 Day of Action Urging Banks to Divest from Fossil Fuel Businesses
16.Sugar Sweetened Beverage Product Panel of Experts – a. Allocation $3,000,000 over two years to reduce consumption and health impacts of sugar-sweetened beverages, b. Oyekanmi COMPANIAN Report – Allocation $2,000,000 (not $3,000,0000)
17.Arreguin, co-sponsor Bartlett – Support AB 40 – Improving Ambulance Patient Offload Times develops 20 minute statewide standard
18.Arreguin, co-sponsor Taplin, Bartlett – Support AB 1001, relates to behavioral health emergency services
19.Arreguin – Fred Ross Memorial Bench in Cesar Chavez Park
20.Taplin, co-sponsors Arreguin, Bartlett, Harrison – Support AB 1690, Universal Health Care
21.Taplin, co-sponsors Bartlett, Harrison – Support AB 362, Changes real property taxation to the value of the land without regard to buildings, property or other improvements instead of current real property taxation based on appraisal
22.Harrison – Budget referral $54,000 to increase personnel funding for Berkeley Community Media
23.Harrison – Budget referral $100,000 to fund Harold Way Placemaking Project Schematic Design
24.Harrison – Budget referral $147,000 for annual staffing costs for two full-time Social Workers for Social Justice Collaborative
25.Harrison, co-sponsor Bartlett - Budget referral $100,000 to design a comprehensive Berkeley Police Early Intervention and Risk Management System
26.Harrison – Budget referral $579,000 for staffing costs associated with acquisition of and prevention of displacement of multi-family housing related to Empty Hoes Tax and implementation of TOPA
27.Harrison – Relinquishment of Council Office Budget Funds to grant Downtown Berkeley Association $500 for 2274 Shattuck Mural Project serving a municipal public purpose
28.Harrison – Support AB 641 auto dismantlers: catalytic converters expand definition to include individuals illegally in possession of two or more catalytic converters
29.Hahn, co-sponsor Wengraf – Proclaim May as Jewish American Heritage Month
30.Hahn, co-sponsor Taplin - Relinquishment of Council Office Budget Funds to grant to Kala Art Institute $500
31.Hahn, co-sponsors Bartlett, Taplin – Budget referral $250,000 to study Berkeley’s affordable and social housing needs and programmatic and funding opportunities for incomes from below 30% to 120% of AMI
32.Wengraf – Budget referral $30,000 for yield signs at two unmarked intersections at Shasta and Queens and Quail and Queens
33.Wengraf , co-sponsor Hahn, Humbert, Taplin– Budget referral $150,000 for handrails, lights and signage for City Pedestrian Path Network
34.Robinson, co-sponsors Arreguin, Harrison, Hahn – Approval of the Public Bank of the East Bay Viability Study
35.Humbert, co-sponsor Robinson – Budget referral $2,200,000 to fully fund sidewalk repair program add $1,000,000 (above the existing $1,00,000 baseline funding for sidewalk repair)
AGENDA on ACTION:
36.Harrison, co-sponsor Arreguin – Adopt ordinance adding BMC chapter 2.102 to establish a Labor Peace Policy Minimizing Labor/Management Conflict in Berkeley Marina Zone
37.Friedrichsen, Budget Manager – Unfunded Liability Obligations and Unfunded Infrastructure Needs, accept report and provide staff direction
38.Homeless Services Panel of Experts – Recommendation for RV Lot and Waste Management on Streets for RV a. Refer to staff to expediate replacement site for 742 Grayson and develop a waste management plan, b. Radu COMPANIAN Report refer (back to) Homeless Services Panel of Experts
- Peace and Justice Commission a. Budget referral $150,000 for two health educator positions, b. Radu COMPANIAN Report refer (back to) Peace and Justice Commission
40.Environment and Climate Commission 2023 Work Plan
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LAND USE CALENDAR:
Public Hearings
469 Kentucky (single family dwelling) 5/23/2023
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
April 18 – Hopkins Corridor Plan,
May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report 5/16/2023, Climate Action Plan and Resilience Update, Berkeley Economic Dashboards Update,
Unscheduled Presentations:
City Policies for Managing Parking Around BART Stations – check with Garland
March 26 - April 2, 2023
Worth Noting:
City Council is on spring recess until April 11, 2023. Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/ The Agenda Committee and Zoning Adjustment Board will meet in the hybrid format: in-person and online via ZOOM. All other City Commission meetings this coming week are in-person only with no ZOOM option.
Thursday is the GO TO MEETINGS day, pick your priority.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, March 26, 2023
WOMEN’s HERSTORY from 6 – 8 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85029824515
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 or 1-253-215-8782 Meeting ID: 850 2982 4515
AGENDA: Celebrate Black Women Leaders with Pamela Price & guests
Sponsored by the Berkeley Equity Summit Alliance and Friends of Adeline
Monday, March 27, 2023 – No city meetings listed
Tuesday, March 28, 2023
ZERO WASTE COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person Only: 1326 Allston Way, Ratcliff Building, Willow Room
AGENDA: 7:15 pm – 4. Public comment non-agenda items, 7:30 pm – 6. Staff Updates, Discussion and Action Items: 7:45 pm – 1. Proposed 5-year Rate Schedule, 8:05 pm – 2. FoodWare To Go Presentation
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zero-waste-commission
Wednesday, March 29, 2023
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:00 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
For a full list of sites go to website
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1617314166
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 161 731 4166
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 4/11/2023 draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda below at the end of the list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, Scheduling: 5. Council Worksessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review: None, Unscheduled Items: 8. a & b. COVID, 9. Discussion of Potential Changes to City Council Legislative Process, 10. Modification or Improvements to City Council meeting Procedures, 11. Strengthening and Supporting City Commission: Guidance on the Development of Legislative Proposals, 12. Discussion Regarding Design and Strengthening of Policy Committees Process and Structure (Including Budget Referrals),
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
ENVIRONMENT and CLIMATE COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person Only: 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: Update from staff: a. Just Transition, b. OESD staffing, c. Youth Commissioners, e. BESO, f. Building electrification, 7. Presentation Zero Waste Strategic Plan, 9. Workplan Subcommittee Updates: a. Transportation, b. Native Plants
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/environment-and-climate-commission
LOAN ADMINISTRATION BOARD at 3 pm
In-Person Only: 2180 Milvia, 1st Floor, Cypress Room
AGENDA: B. Program Review Revolving Loan Fund, C. Action Items are all requests to defer monthly payments, i) East Bay Media Center loan balance, ii) California Jazz School
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/loan-administration-board
Thursday, March 30, 2023
LANDMARKS PRESERVATION COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person Only: 2800 Park, San Pablo Park Frances Albrier Center
AGENDA:
6. Hopkins Corridor Improvements Project – Receive a presentation from the Public Works Department
7. 0 Center St - Structural Alteration Permit Turtle Island Monument Installation at MLK Jr. Civic Center (the address is “0” Center Street as there is no address number assigned to the Turtle Island Monument)
8. 3030 Telegraph at Webster - Demolition Referral
9. 2132-2154 Center at Oxford – Demolition Referral – Thomas Block Building
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/landmarks-preservation-commission
ZONING ADJUSTMENTS BOARD at 7 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83465361771
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 or 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 834 6536 1771
AGENDA:
2. 2190 Shattuck at Allston – Construct 25-story (267 feet, 6 inches) 397,212 sq ft mixed-use building with up to 326 dwelling units (including 32 very low income units), 21 studios, 71 one-bedroom, 113 two-bedroom, 29 three-bedroom, 69 four-bedroom, 23 five-bedroom, 983 bedrooms total, 7500 sq ft commercial space, 51 underground parking spaces, 271 bicycle spaces
3. 2403 San Pablo at Channing – demolish 1-story commercial building and construct 4-story mixed use building with 603 sq ft retail tenant space and 36 dwelling units (condominium) totaling 53,013 sq ft with 19 parking spaces and 42 bicycle spaces
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zoning-adjustments-board
WILLARD NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION at 7:30 pm
(Doors open at 7 pm)
In-Person: 2727 College Ave, St. John’s Presbyterian Church, Fireside Room
AGENDA: What is the “road diet” and what are your questions? Changes coming to Dwight to Woolsey) Neighborhood concerns how to improve safety for pedestrians and bicyclists, ways to make AC transit more efficient for bus riders, Ensuring access for public safety (emergency access and evacuation routes) Parking, Truck deliveries, etc.
South East Berkeley Neighborhood Forum sponsored by: Bateman Neighborhood Association, Claremont Elmwood Neighborhood Association (CENA), Le Conte Neighborhood Association, Willard Neighborhood Association
SAN PABLO AVENUE CORRIDOR PROJECT from 6 – 8 pm
In-Person Only: 1701 San Pablo, Berkeley Adult School between Virginia and Francisco Streets
AGENDA: Open house to discuss roadway changes proposed to make it safer to walk and bike in the San Pablo Avenue Corridor (Albany, Berkeley, Oakland) This is an Alameda County Transportation Commission Project.
https://www.alamedactc.org/programs-projects/multimodal-arterial-roads/sanpabloave
Friday, March 31, 2023 – No city meetings listed
Saturday, April 1, 2023
APRIL POOLS DAY from 10 am – 12 pm
In-Person at 2100 Browning, West
AGENDA: Event for families new to swimming, swim basics, swim safety, bring towels and swimwear
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/april-pools-day
Sunday, April 2, 2023 – No city meetings listed
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Wednesday, March 29, 2023
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:00 pm
Draft Agenda for April 11 City Council Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, Redwood Room
For a full list of meeting sites use the website
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1617314166
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 161 731 4166
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.Minutes
2.Formal bid solicitations and Request for Proposals Scheduled for Possible Issuance After Council Approval on April 11
3.Warhuus, HHCS - Amend Contract #31900273 add $80,000 total $11,490,274 with Bay Area Community Services North County Housing Resource Center
4.Warhuus, HHCS – Contract $249,413 with JSI Research & Training Institute, Inc for Community Health Assessment, Innovation, and Improvement Plan Consultant for HHCS for 5/1/2023 – 5/1/2025
5.Warhuus, HHCS – Contract $175,000 with Easy Does It for Provision of Wheelchair Van Service for Seniors & the Disabled
6.Warhuus, HHCS – Amend Contract #32100126 add $50,000 total $150,000 with Anjanette Scott LLC for Housing Consultant Services and extend to 6/30/2024
7.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Amend Contract #32000224 add $150,000 total $200,000 with Govinvest Labor Costing, Pension & OPEB (Other Post-Employment Benefits) Analysis Software to cover 3 years of subscription
8.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Side Letter of Agreement – SEIU, Local 1021 Community Services & Part-Time Recreation Leaders Association, MOU regarding Hazardous Substance Special Assignment Pay, effective 7/7/2022 employees who are regularly assigned to perform services to actual hours in the field and performing services in the unhoused setting receive a 3% differential
9.Fong, IT – Amend Contract #31900122-1 add $105,000 total $674,300 with Rolling Orange Inc for additional website maintenance and support 3/1/2019 – 6/30/2025
10.Ferris, PRW – Donation $3,400 for Memorial Bench at the Berkeley Marina in memory of Sophia Pritzos
11.Ferris, PRW – Lease Amendment Cazadero Performing Arts Camp for City to disburse up to $400,000 to tenant to implement capital improvements to satisfy City’s obligations under the lease
12.Ferris, PRW – Contract $3,175,000 includes 17% contingency $464,310 with Power Engineering Construction for Timber Pile Replacement Project at Berkeley Marina
13.Ferris, PRW – Amend Contract #10785 add $100,000 total $1,290,000 with West Coast Arborist, Inc for Tree Removal and Pruning Service
14.Louis BPD – Accept Grant Funding $106,014 from Board of State and Community Corrections (BSCC) Officer Wellness and Mental Health Grant Award Program 7/1/2022 – 12/1/2025
15.Peace and Justice Commission – Support 3/21/2023 Day of Action Urging Banks to Divest from Fossil Fuel Businesses
16.Arreguin – Support AB 40 – Improving Ambulance Patient Offload Times develops 20 minute statewide standard
17.Arreguin, co-sponsor Taplin – Support AB 1001, relates to behavioral health emergency services
18.Taplin – Support AB 1690, Universal Health Care
19.Taplin – Support AB 362, Changes real property taxation to the value of the land without regard to buildings, property or other improvements instead of current real property taxation based on appraisal
20.Harrison – Budget referral $54,000 to increase personnel funding for Berkeley Community Media
21.Harrison – Budget referral $100,000 to fund Harold Way Placemaking Project Schematic Design
22.Harrison – Budget referral $147,000 for annual staffing costs for two full-time Social Workers for Social Justice Collaborative
23.Harrison, co-sponsor Bartlett - Budget referral $100,000 to design a comprehensive Berkeley Police Early Intervention and Risk Management System
24.Harrison – Budget referral $579,000 for staffing costs associated with acquisition of and prevention of displacement of muilti-family housing related to Empty Hoes Tax and implementation of TOPA
25.Harrison – Relinquishment of Council Office Budget Funds to grant Downtown Berkeley Association $500 for 2274 Shattuck Mural Project serving a municipal public purpose
26.Harrison – Support AB 641 auto dismantlers: catalytic converters expand definition to include individuals illegally in possession of two or more catalytic converters
27.Hahn, co-sponsor Wengraf – Proclaim May as Jewish American Heritage Month
28.Hahn, co-sponsor Taplin - Relinquishment of Council Office Budget Funds to grant to Kala Art Institute $500
29.Hahn, cosponsors Harrison, Taplin – Budget referral $250,000 to study to support Housing Element to increase housing on higher-resourced commercial avenues Solano, North Shattuck and College increase housing for households at or below 120% AMI (Area Median Income)
30.Hahn, co-sponsor Bartlett, Taplin – Budget referral $250,000 to study Berkeley’s affordable and social housing needs and programmatic and funding opportunities for incomes from below 30% to 120% of AMI
31.Wengraf – Budget referral $30,000 for yield signs at two unmarked intersections at Shasta and Queens and Quail and Queens
32.Wengraf – Budget referral $150,000 for handrails, lights and signage for City Pedestrian Path Network
33.Robinson – Approval of the Public Bank of the East Bay Viability Study
34.Humbert, co-sponsor – Budget referral $2,200,000 to fully fund sidewalk repair program add $1,000,000 (above the existing $1,00,000 baseline funding for sidewalk repair)
AGENDA on ACTION:
35.Harrison, co-sponsor Arreguin – Adopt ordinance adding BMC chapter 2.102 to establish a Labor Peace Policy Minimizing Labor/Management Conflict in Bekrley Marina Zone
36.Friedrichsen, Budget Manager – Unfunded Liability Obligations and Unfunded Infrastructure Needs, accept report and provide staff direction
37.Garland, PR – Adopt Resolution Proposition 218 Procedures and 5 Year Zero Waste Rate Schedule and add very low income refund program
38.Homeless Services Panel of Experts – Recommendation for RV Lot and Waste Management on Streets for RV a. Refer to staff to expediate replacement site for 742 Grayson and develop a waste management plan, b. Radu COMPANIAN Report refer (back to) Homeless Services Panel of Experts
41.Arreguin – Fred Ross Memorial Bench in Cesar Chavez Park
INFORMATION REPORTS:
42.Environment and Climate Commission 2023 Work Plan
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LAND USE CALENDAR:
Public Hearings
469 Kentucky (single family dwelling) 5/23/2023
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
April 18 – Hopkins Corridor Plan,
May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report 5/16/2023, Climate Action Plan and Resilience Update, Berkeley Economic Dashboards Update,
Unscheduled Presentations:
City Policies for Managing Parking Around BART Stations – check with Garland
Worth Noting:
City Council is on spring recess until April 11, 2023. Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/ The Agenda Committee and Zoning Adjustment Board will meet in the hybrid format: in-person and online via ZOOM. All other City Commission meetings this coming week are in-person only with no ZOOM option.
Thursday is the GO TO MEETINGS day, pick your priority.
- SUNDAY, March 26:
- Women’s Herstory celebrating Black Women leaders on ZOOM sponsored by Friends of Adeline
- TUESDAY: Another rain storm is on the way. Watch for severity predictions.
- The Zero Waste Commission meets in-person at 7 pm with a 5-year rate hike and FoodWare To Go presentation on the agenda.
- WEDNESDAY:
- The Agenda Committee meets at 2 pm in the hybrid format to finalize the City Council agenda that now lists 42 agenda items for April 11.
- The Loan Administration Board meets at 3 pm to review requests to defer loan repayments.
- The Environment and Climate Commission meets at 6 pm.
- THURSDAY – the Go To Meetings of the week:
- The Landmarks Preservation Commission (LPC) meets at 7 pm with the Hopkins Corridor Plan and the Turtle Island project in Civic Center Park on the Agenda
- At 7 pm the Zoning Adjustment Board (ZAB) will review the 25-story 2190 Shattuck mixed-use project.
- At 7:30 pm (doors open at 7 pm) the Willard Neighborhood will have a presentation and Q&A on the Telegraph Plan for Dwight to Woolsey.
- From 6 - 8 pm Open House for San Pablo Ave Corridor Project on safety enhancements and parallel bike routes.
- SATURDAY, April 1:
- From 10 am – 12 pm the City is sponsoring a family centered free swim safety event at the West Pool (bring swimwear and towels)
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, March 26, 2023
WOMEN’s HERSTORY from 6 – 8 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85029824515
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 or 1-253-215-8782 Meeting ID: 850 2982 4515
AGENDA: Celebrate Black Women Leaders with Pamela Price & guests
Sponsored by the Berkeley Equity Summit Alliance and Friends of Adeline
Monday, March 27, 2023 – No city meetings listed
Tuesday, March 28, 2023
ZERO WASTE COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person Only: 1326 Allston Way, Ratcliff Building, Willow Room
AGENDA: 7:15 pm – 4. Public comment non-agenda items, 7:30 pm – 6. Staff Updates, Discussion and Action Items: 7:45 pm – 1. Proposed 5-year Rate Schedule, 8:05 pm – 2. FoodWare To Go Presentation
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zero-waste-commission
Wednesday, March 29, 2023
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:00 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
For a full list of sites go to website
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1617314166
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 161 731 4166
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 4/11/2023 draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda below at the end of the list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, Scheduling: 5. Council Worksessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review: None, Unscheduled Items: 8. a & b. COVID, 9. Discussion of Potential Changes to City Council Legislative Process, 10. Modification or Improvements to City Council meeting Procedures, 11. Strengthening and Supporting City Commission: Guidance on the Development of Legislative Proposals, 12. Discussion Regarding Design and Strengthening of Policy Committees Process and Structure (Including Budget Referrals),
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
ENVIRONMENT and CLIMATE COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person Only: 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: Update from staff: a. Just Transition, b. OESD staffing, c. Youth Commissioners, e. BESO, f. Building electrification, 7. Presentation Zero Waste Strategic Plan, 9. Workplan Subcommittee Updates: a. Transportation, b. Native Plants
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/environment-and-climate-commission
LOAN ADMINISTRATION BOARD at 3 pm
In-Person Only: 2180 Milvia, 1st Floor, Cypress Room
AGENDA: B. Program Review Revolving Loan Fund, C. Action Items are all requests to defer monthly payments, i) East Bay Media Center loan balance, ii) California Jazz School
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/loan-administration-board
Thursday, March 30, 2023
LANDMARKS PRESERVATION COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person Only: 2800 Park, San Pablo Park Frances Albrier Center
AGENDA:
6. Hopkins Corridor Improvements Project – Receive a presentation from the Public Works Department
7. 0 Center St - Structural Alteration Permit Turtle Island Monument Installation at MLK Jr. Civic Center (the address is “0” Center Street as there is no address number assigned to the Turtle Island Monument)
8. 3030 Telegraph at Webster - Demolition Referral
9. 2132-2154 Center at Oxford – Demolition Referral – Thomas Block Building
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/landmarks-preservation-commission
ZONING ADJUSTMENTS BOARD at 7 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83465361771
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 or 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 834 6536 1771
AGENDA:
2. 2190 Shattuck at Allston – Construct 25-story (267 feet, 6 inches) 397,212 sq ft mixed-use building with up to 326 dwelling units (including 32 very low income units), 21 studios, 71 one-bedroom, 113 two-bedroom, 29 three-bedroom, 69 four-bedroom, 23 five-bedroom, 983 bedrooms total, 7500 sq ft commercial space, 51 underground parking spaces, 271 bicycle spaces
3. 2403 San Pablo at Channing – demolish 1-story commercial building and construct 4-story mixed use building with 603 sq ft retail tenant space and 36 dwelling units (condominium) totaling 53,013 sq ft with 19 parking spaces and 42 bicycle spaces
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zoning-adjustments-board
WILLARD NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION at 7:30 pm
(Doors open at 7 pm)
In-Person: 2727 College Ave, St. John’s Presbyterian Church, Fireside Room
AGENDA: What is the “road diet” and what are your questions? Changes coming to Dwight to Woolsey) Neighborhood concerns how to improve safety for pedestrians and bicyclists, ways to make AC transit more efficient for bus riders, Ensuring access for public safety (emergency access and evacuation routes) Parking, Truck deliveries, etc.
South East Berkeley Neighborhood Forum sponsored by: Bateman Neighborhood Association, Claremont Elmwood Neighborhood Association (CENA), Le Conte Neighborhood Association, Willard Neighborhood Association
SAN PABLO AVENUE CORRIDOR PROJECT from 6 – 8 pm
In-Person Only: 1701 San Pablo, Berkeley Adult School between Virginia and Francisco Streets
AGENDA: Open house to discuss roadway changes proposed to make it safer to walk and bike in the San Pablo Avenue Corridor (Albany, Berkeley, Oakland) This is an Alameda County Transportation Commission Project.
https://www.alamedactc.org/programs-projects/multimodal-arterial-roads/sanpabloave
Friday, March 31, 2023 – No city meetings listed
Saturday, April 1, 2023
APRIL POOLS DAY from 10 am – 12 pm
In-Person at 2100 Browning, West
AGENDA: Event for families new to swimming, swim basics, swim safety, bring towels and swimwear
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/april-pools-day
Sunday, April 2, 2023 – No city meetings listed
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Wednesday, March 29, 2023
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:00 pm
Draft Agenda for April 11 City Council Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, Redwood Room
For a full list of meeting sites use the website
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1617314166
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 161 731 4166
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.Minutes
2.Formal bid solicitations and Request for Proposals Scheduled for Possible Issuance After Council Approval on April 11
3.Warhuus, HHCS - Amend Contract #31900273 add $80,000 total $11,490,274 with Bay Area Community Services North County Housing Resource Center
4.Warhuus, HHCS – Contract $249,413 with JSI Research & Training Institute, Inc for Community Health Assessment, Innovation, and Improvement Plan Consultant for HHCS for 5/1/2023 – 5/1/2025
5.Warhuus, HHCS – Contract $175,000 with Easy Does It for Provision of Wheelchair Van Service for Seniors & the Disabled
6.Warhuus, HHCS – Amend Contract #32100126 add $50,000 total $150,000 with Anjanette Scott LLC for Housing Consultant Services and extend to 6/30/2024
7.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Amend Contract #32000224 add $150,000 total $200,000 with Govinvest Labor Costing, Pension & OPEB (Other Post-Employment Benefits) Analysis Software to cover 3 years of subscription
8.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Side Letter of Agreement – SEIU, Local 1021 Community Services & Part-Time Recreation Leaders Association, MOU regarding Hazardous Substance Special Assignment Pay, effective 7/7/2022 employees who are regularly assigned to perform services to actual hours in the field and performing services in the unhoused setting receive a 3% differential
9.Fong, IT – Amend Contract #31900122-1 add $105,000 total $674,300 with Rolling Orange Inc for additional website maintenance and support 3/1/2019 – 6/30/2025
10.Ferris, PRW – Donation $3,400 for Memorial Bench at the Berkeley Marina in memory of Sophia Pritzos
11.Ferris, PRW – Lease Amendment Cazadero Performing Arts Camp for City to disburse up to $400,000 to tenant to implement capital improvements to satisfy City’s obligations under the lease
12.Ferris, PRW – Contract $3,175,000 includes 17% contingency $464,310 with Power Engineering Construction for Timber Pile Replacement Project at Berkeley Marina
13.Ferris, PRW – Amend Contract #10785 add $100,000 total $1,290,000 with West Coast Arborist, Inc for Tree Removal and Pruning Service
14.Louis BPD – Accept Grant Funding $106,014 from Board of State and Community Corrections (BSCC) Officer Wellness and Mental Health Grant Award Program 7/1/2022 – 12/1/2025
15.Peace and Justice Commission – Support 3/21/2023 Day of Action Urging Banks to Divest from Fossil Fuel Businesses
16.Arreguin – Support AB 40 – Improving Ambulance Patient Offload Times develops 20 minute statewide standard
17.Arreguin, co-sponsor Taplin – Support AB 1001, relates to behavioral health emergency services
18.Taplin – Support AB 1690, Universal Health Care
19.Taplin – Support AB 362, Changes real property taxation to the value of the land without regard to buildings, property or other improvements instead of current real property taxation based on appraisal
20.Harrison – Budget referral $54,000 to increase personnel funding for Berkeley Community Media
21.Harrison – Budget referral $100,000 to fund Harold Way Placemaking Project Schematic Design
22.Harrison – Budget referral $147,000 for annual staffing costs for two full-time Social Workers for Social Justice Collaborative
23.Harrison, co-sponsor Bartlett - Budget referral $100,000 to design a comprehensive Berkeley Police Early Intervention and Risk Management System
24.Harrison – Budget referral $579,000 for staffing costs associated with acquisition of and prevention of displacement of muilti-family housing related to Empty Hoes Tax and implementation of TOPA
25.Harrison – Relinquishment of Council Office Budget Funds to grant Downtown Berkeley Association $500 for 2274 Shattuck Mural Project serving a municipal public purpose
26.Harrison – Support AB 641 auto dismantlers: catalytic converters expand definition to include individuals illegally in possession of two or more catalytic converters
27.Hahn, co-sponsor Wengraf – Proclaim May as Jewish American Heritage Month
28.Hahn, co-sponsor Taplin - Relinquishment of Council Office Budget Funds to grant to Kala Art Institute $500
29.Hahn, cosponsors Harrison, Taplin – Budget referral $250,000 to study to support Housing Element to increase housing on higher-resourced commercial avenues Solano, North Shattuck and College increase housing for households at or below 120% AMI (Area Median Income)
30.Hahn, co-sponsor Bartlett, Taplin – Budget referral $250,000 to study Berkeley’s affordable and social housing needs and programmatic and funding opportunities for incomes from below 30% to 120% of AMI
31.Wengraf – Budget referral $30,000 for yield signs at two unmarked intersections at Shasta and Queens and Quail and Queens
32.Wengraf – Budget referral $150,000 for handrails, lights and signage for City Pedestrian Path Network
33.Robinson – Approval of the Public Bank of the East Bay Viability Study
34.Humbert, co-sponsor – Budget referral $2,200,000 to fully fund sidewalk repair program add $1,000,000 (above the existing $1,00,000 baseline funding for sidewalk repair)
AGENDA on ACTION:
35.Harrison, co-sponsor Arreguin – Adopt ordinance adding BMC chapter 2.102 to establish a Labor Peace Policy Minimizing Labor/Management Conflict in Bekrley Marina Zone
36.Friedrichsen, Budget Manager – Unfunded Liability Obligations and Unfunded Infrastructure Needs, accept report and provide staff direction
37.Garland, PR – Adopt Resolution Proposition 218 Procedures and 5 Year Zero Waste Rate Schedule and add very low income refund program
38.Homeless Services Panel of Experts – Recommendation for RV Lot and Waste Management on Streets for RV a. Refer to staff to expediate replacement site for 742 Grayson and develop a waste management plan, b. Radu COMPANIAN Report refer (back to) Homeless Services Panel of Experts
- Peace and Justice Commission a. Budget referral $150,000 for two health educator positions, b. Radu COMPANIAN Report refer (back to) Peace and Justice Commission
41.Arreguin – Fred Ross Memorial Bench in Cesar Chavez Park
INFORMATION REPORTS:
42.Environment and Climate Commission 2023 Work Plan
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LAND USE CALENDAR:
Public Hearings
469 Kentucky (single family dwelling) 5/23/2023
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
April 18 – Hopkins Corridor Plan,
May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report 5/16/2023, Climate Action Plan and Resilience Update, Berkeley Economic Dashboards Update,
Unscheduled Presentations:
City Policies for Managing Parking Around BART Stations – check with Garland
March 19 - March 26, 2023
Worth Noting:
City Council Spring Recess is from March 22 – April 10, 2023.
All City Council and City Council Committee, the Zoning Adjustment Board and the Rent Board meetings are in the hybrid format: in-person and online via zoom. While all other City Commission meetings have returned to in-person only with no ZOOM option.
If you are missing meetings you wish to attend, because ZOOM is no longer available send a request for the city to provide hybrid meetings to your councilmember, the City Council at [email protected], the City Clerk at [email protected] and the Open Government Commission at [email protected].
To find your councilmember go to https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-district-lookup
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
Directions with links to ZOOM support for activating Closed Captioning and Save Transcript are at the bottom of this calendar.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, March 19, 2023 - No city meetings listed
Monday, March 20, 2023
PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE at 10:30 am
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1602030774
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 160 203 0774
AGENDA: Louis, BPD – Berkeley Police Department Surveillance Ordinance Policies Related to Fixed Surveillance Cameras and Unmanned Aerial System (DRONES) (packet 242 pages)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-public-safety
CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 4 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1612633953
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 161 263 3953
AGENDA: Update on the Waterfront Specific Plan for the City of Berkeley Tidelands Area, Use the link and choose the html option to access the report
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Tuesday, March 21, 2023
CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 4 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1604192052
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 160 419 2052
AGENDA: 1. Civic Arts Grants Program on Improved Practices & Community Impact, 2. Civic Center Plan Phase II on the Design Concept. (packet 238 pages)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1604192052
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 160 419 2052
AGENDA: Use the link and choose the html option or see the agenda listed at the end of the calendar.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Wednesday, March 22, 2023
DISASTER and FIRE SAFETY COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person Only: at 997 Cedar, Fire Department Training Facility
AGENDA: 1. Fire Department Staff Report, 3. Election of Vice Chair, 4. Add meeting to hear presentations on Standards of Coverage and Facilities Master Plan, 5. Replace commissioners on the Work Plan committee who have left the commission, 6. Formulate Working Group on Safe Passages Initiatives, 7. Building Standards, 8. Fire Department Recruitment issues, 9. Update on outdoor warning system, 10. State Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/disaster-and-fire-safety-commission
South Berkeley Town Hall at 6:30 pm – 8 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2236 Parker, Life Adventist Church
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81134806826?pwd=OVNXV1U2cjJwVU1ROGtZcExjWXBmZz09
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 811 3480 6826 Password: 59571
AGENDA: Town Hall with District 3 Councilmember Ben Bartlett. Hear facts and ask questions relating to upcoming housing developments in South Berkeley along Shattuck and Adeline
https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/
Thursday, March 23, 2023
COMMUNITY HEALTH COMMISSION meetings are usually held the 4th Thursday of the month at 6:30 pm. No meeting is posted. Check after Monday
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/community-health-commission
Friday, March 24, 2023 - No city meetings listed
Saturday, March 25, 2023 - No city meetings listed
Sunday, March 26, 2023 - No city meetings listed
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March 21, 2023 Agenda for CITY COUNCIL Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1604192052
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 160 419 2052
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
2.Williams-Ridley, City Manager (CM) – Designate the Line of Succession for the Director of Emergency Services in the event of an emergency
3.Sprague, Fire - Grant Application: FEMA to expand National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1582/1583 for $840,000 with 10% or $84,000 city matching funds for Wellness, Fitness and Human Performance Program
4.Warhuus, HHCS - Amend Contract #32200156 add $561,917.11 total $1,201,917.11 with Options Recovery Services for Community Response Services and extend to 12/31/2023
5.Warhuus, HHCS - Amend Contract #32200147 add $75,600 total $195,000 with Women’s Daytime Drop-in Center for Community Crisis Response Services and extend to 12/31/2023
6.Warhuus, HHCS - Amend Contract #32300025 add $300,000 total $350,000 with Non-Profit Intelligence Partners for Flexible Funding program services and extend to 6/30/2024
7.Warhuus, HHCS – Revenue Agreements with California Department of Public Health (CDHP) for 1. Total $383,455 for Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention for years FY 2024, 2025, 2026, and 2. Total $487,170 or $162,390 each year for CalFresh Healthy Living Program FFY 2024, 2025, 2026
8.Warhuus, HHCS – Funding Recommendation and Joint Homekey Application for University Inn at 1461 University for 1. Measure P $8,500,000 for University Inn permanent supportive housing, 2. Measure P $1,000,000 to operate University Inn as emergency shelter prior to conversion to permanent housing program, 3. Authorize submission to CA Housing and Community Development (HCD) for University Inn permanent supportive housing project, 4. Authorize CM or designee to eneter agreements with HCD, 5. Authorize CM or designee to execute all original or amended documents to effectuate these actions.
9.Warhuus, HHCS –
10.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Salary adjustments Local 1 Senior Behavioral Health Clinician by 0.83%, Mental Health Clinical Supervisor by 4.18%, Mental Health Program Supervisor by 7.33%, Assistant Manager of Mental Health Division by 7.33%, and Manager of Mental Health Division by 1.2% effective 1/14/2023
11.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Salary Range Adjustments increase top step salary of Deputy City Manager classification from $277,840.99 to $291,733.04 and the Employee Relations Manager from $175,026.38 to $180,065.60 effective 1/14/2023
12.Ferris, Parks - Contract $260,312.50 includes $52,062.50 contingency with TERCONS Inc. for Aquatic Park Paddling and Rowing Club Parking Lot Improvements
13.Klein, Planning – Grant Funding $80,000 to CA Energy Commission to integrate Application for SolarAPP+ Integration web software to the Permit Service Center operations
14.Garland, Public Works – Amend Contract #32100192 add $200,000 total $2,375,900 with California Constructores for Sidewalk Repairs FY 2020 Project
15.Garland, Public Works – Contract $10,203,711 with JV Lucas Paving, Inc for Street Rehabilitation FY2023 Project
16.Garland, Public Works – Purchase Order $215,000 for one John Deere 320P Backhoe Loader with Pape Machinery, Inc
17.Garland, Public Works – Purchase Order $496,454 with Nicholas K Corp dba Ford Store San Leandro for eight Ford Interceptor Hybrid Utility Vehicles
18.Art Commission – Referral Response Grant Program $300,000 for retaining and improving creative spaces
19.Arreguin co-sponsors Hahn, Harrison, Robinson – Budget Referral $2,000,000 to augment the post COVID-19 Rental Assistance/Anti-Displacement administered by the Eviction Defense Center
20.Arreguin, co-sponsors Hahn, Wengraf – Relinquishment Council Office Budget funds to co-sponsor Bioneers Conference
21.Hahn, co-sponsors Taplin, Wengraf – Budget Referral $40,000 for speed feedback signs for Arlington Ave.
22.Hahn, co-sponsors Taplin, Wengraf – Budget Referral for $35,000 for Pedestrian Safety Upgrades for Arlington Ave, refresh painted markings
23.Wengraf, co-sponsor Hahn - Relinquishment Council Office Budget funds for 2023 Virtual Holocaust Remembrance Day Program
24.Wengraf & Hahn, co-sponsors Arreguin, Bartlett, Hahn – Proclamation in Honor of Holocaust Remembrance Day April 16 from 2-3 pm
25.Robinson, co-sponsor Hahn, Harrison, Taplin – Referral to CM for On-Street Secure Bike Storage
AGENDA on ACTION:
26.Garland, Public Works – Implement Residential Residential Preferential Parking (RPP) on 1600 block of Fifth Street
27.Garland, Public Works – Adopt resolution approving Berkeley Transit-First Policy and appointing two members and one alternative to serve on the Inter-Agency Liaison Committee between COB and AC Transit – moved to consent robinson, Taplin, harrison
28.Harrison , co-sponsor Harrison, Taplin– Adopt Ordinance Adding BMC Chapter 2.102 to Establish a Labor Peace Policy Minimizing Labor/Management Conflict in Berkeley Marina Zone
INFORMATION REPORTS:
29.Fiscal Year 2023 Mid-year Budget Update
30.LPO NOD 1581 1581 LeRoy Ave #LMSAP2022-0009
31.LPO NOD 1325 Arch #LMSAP2022-0013
32.LPO NOD 1911 Fourth Street #LMSAP2022-0014
33.2022 Disaster and Fire Safety Work Plan
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LAND USE CALENDAR:
Public Hearings
1262 Francisco (add 40 sq ft and 2nd story balcony) 2/28/2023
469 Kentucky (single family dwelling) 5/23/2023
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage – submitting a new project
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
April 18 – Hopkins Corridor Plan
May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report 5/16/2023
Unscheduled Presentations:
Climate Action Plan and Resilience Update – regular agenda March 14
City Policies for Managing Parking Around BART Stations – check with Garland ?May
Worth Noting:
City Council Spring Recess is from March 22 – April 10, 2023.
All City Council and City Council Committee, the Zoning Adjustment Board and the Rent Board meetings are in the hybrid format: in-person and online via zoom. While all other City Commission meetings have returned to in-person only with no ZOOM option.
If you are missing meetings you wish to attend, because ZOOM is no longer available send a request for the city to provide hybrid meetings to your councilmember, the City Council at [email protected], the City Clerk at [email protected] and the Open Government Commission at [email protected].
To find your councilmember go to https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-district-lookup
- Monday:
- The 10:30 am hybrid format City Council Public Safety Committee (Kesarwani, Taplin, Wengraf) has one agenda item the Surveillance Ordinance.
- The 6 pm hybrid format full City Council Special Meeting has one agenda item formerly billed as the Berkeley Marina Area Specific Plan now titled as Waterfront Specific Plan for the City of Berkeley Tidelands.
- Tuesday:
- The 4 pm hybrid Council Special meeting is on Civic Arts Grants and the Civic Center Plan including the Maudelle Shirek Building (old city hall), the Veterans Building and Civic Center Park.
- At 6 pm in the hybrid format is the City Council regular meeting.
- Wednesday:
- The Disaster and Fire Safety Commission meets in-person at 7 pm.
- South Berkeley Town Hall from 6:30 pm to 8 pm
- Thursday: The Community Health Commission usually meets the fourth Thursday at 6:30 pm. There is no agenda or meeting announcement posted. Check after Monday.
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
Directions with links to ZOOM support for activating Closed Captioning and Save Transcript are at the bottom of this calendar.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, March 19, 2023 - No city meetings listed
Monday, March 20, 2023
PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE at 10:30 am
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1602030774
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 160 203 0774
AGENDA: Louis, BPD – Berkeley Police Department Surveillance Ordinance Policies Related to Fixed Surveillance Cameras and Unmanned Aerial System (DRONES) (packet 242 pages)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-public-safety
CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 4 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1612633953
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 161 263 3953
AGENDA: Update on the Waterfront Specific Plan for the City of Berkeley Tidelands Area, Use the link and choose the html option to access the report
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Tuesday, March 21, 2023
CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 4 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1604192052
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 160 419 2052
AGENDA: 1. Civic Arts Grants Program on Improved Practices & Community Impact, 2. Civic Center Plan Phase II on the Design Concept. (packet 238 pages)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1604192052
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 160 419 2052
AGENDA: Use the link and choose the html option or see the agenda listed at the end of the calendar.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Wednesday, March 22, 2023
DISASTER and FIRE SAFETY COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person Only: at 997 Cedar, Fire Department Training Facility
AGENDA: 1. Fire Department Staff Report, 3. Election of Vice Chair, 4. Add meeting to hear presentations on Standards of Coverage and Facilities Master Plan, 5. Replace commissioners on the Work Plan committee who have left the commission, 6. Formulate Working Group on Safe Passages Initiatives, 7. Building Standards, 8. Fire Department Recruitment issues, 9. Update on outdoor warning system, 10. State Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/disaster-and-fire-safety-commission
South Berkeley Town Hall at 6:30 pm – 8 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2236 Parker, Life Adventist Church
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81134806826?pwd=OVNXV1U2cjJwVU1ROGtZcExjWXBmZz09
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 811 3480 6826 Password: 59571
AGENDA: Town Hall with District 3 Councilmember Ben Bartlett. Hear facts and ask questions relating to upcoming housing developments in South Berkeley along Shattuck and Adeline
https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/
Thursday, March 23, 2023
COMMUNITY HEALTH COMMISSION meetings are usually held the 4th Thursday of the month at 6:30 pm. No meeting is posted. Check after Monday
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/community-health-commission
Friday, March 24, 2023 - No city meetings listed
Saturday, March 25, 2023 - No city meetings listed
Sunday, March 26, 2023 - No city meetings listed
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March 21, 2023 Agenda for CITY COUNCIL Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1604192052
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 160 419 2052
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
- 2nd Reading – Amendments to COVID-19 Emergency Response Ordinance
- 2nd Reading – Amendments to Berkeley Election Reform Act Cost of Living Provisions
2.Williams-Ridley, City Manager (CM) – Designate the Line of Succession for the Director of Emergency Services in the event of an emergency
3.Sprague, Fire - Grant Application: FEMA to expand National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1582/1583 for $840,000 with 10% or $84,000 city matching funds for Wellness, Fitness and Human Performance Program
4.Warhuus, HHCS - Amend Contract #32200156 add $561,917.11 total $1,201,917.11 with Options Recovery Services for Community Response Services and extend to 12/31/2023
5.Warhuus, HHCS - Amend Contract #32200147 add $75,600 total $195,000 with Women’s Daytime Drop-in Center for Community Crisis Response Services and extend to 12/31/2023
6.Warhuus, HHCS - Amend Contract #32300025 add $300,000 total $350,000 with Non-Profit Intelligence Partners for Flexible Funding program services and extend to 6/30/2024
7.Warhuus, HHCS – Revenue Agreements with California Department of Public Health (CDHP) for 1. Total $383,455 for Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention for years FY 2024, 2025, 2026, and 2. Total $487,170 or $162,390 each year for CalFresh Healthy Living Program FFY 2024, 2025, 2026
8.Warhuus, HHCS – Funding Recommendation and Joint Homekey Application for University Inn at 1461 University for 1. Measure P $8,500,000 for University Inn permanent supportive housing, 2. Measure P $1,000,000 to operate University Inn as emergency shelter prior to conversion to permanent housing program, 3. Authorize submission to CA Housing and Community Development (HCD) for University Inn permanent supportive housing project, 4. Authorize CM or designee to eneter agreements with HCD, 5. Authorize CM or designee to execute all original or amended documents to effectuate these actions.
9.Warhuus, HHCS –
10.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Salary adjustments Local 1 Senior Behavioral Health Clinician by 0.83%, Mental Health Clinical Supervisor by 4.18%, Mental Health Program Supervisor by 7.33%, Assistant Manager of Mental Health Division by 7.33%, and Manager of Mental Health Division by 1.2% effective 1/14/2023
11.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Salary Range Adjustments increase top step salary of Deputy City Manager classification from $277,840.99 to $291,733.04 and the Employee Relations Manager from $175,026.38 to $180,065.60 effective 1/14/2023
12.Ferris, Parks - Contract $260,312.50 includes $52,062.50 contingency with TERCONS Inc. for Aquatic Park Paddling and Rowing Club Parking Lot Improvements
13.Klein, Planning – Grant Funding $80,000 to CA Energy Commission to integrate Application for SolarAPP+ Integration web software to the Permit Service Center operations
14.Garland, Public Works – Amend Contract #32100192 add $200,000 total $2,375,900 with California Constructores for Sidewalk Repairs FY 2020 Project
15.Garland, Public Works – Contract $10,203,711 with JV Lucas Paving, Inc for Street Rehabilitation FY2023 Project
16.Garland, Public Works – Purchase Order $215,000 for one John Deere 320P Backhoe Loader with Pape Machinery, Inc
17.Garland, Public Works – Purchase Order $496,454 with Nicholas K Corp dba Ford Store San Leandro for eight Ford Interceptor Hybrid Utility Vehicles
18.Art Commission – Referral Response Grant Program $300,000 for retaining and improving creative spaces
19.Arreguin co-sponsors Hahn, Harrison, Robinson – Budget Referral $2,000,000 to augment the post COVID-19 Rental Assistance/Anti-Displacement administered by the Eviction Defense Center
20.Arreguin, co-sponsors Hahn, Wengraf – Relinquishment Council Office Budget funds to co-sponsor Bioneers Conference
21.Hahn, co-sponsors Taplin, Wengraf – Budget Referral $40,000 for speed feedback signs for Arlington Ave.
22.Hahn, co-sponsors Taplin, Wengraf – Budget Referral for $35,000 for Pedestrian Safety Upgrades for Arlington Ave, refresh painted markings
23.Wengraf, co-sponsor Hahn - Relinquishment Council Office Budget funds for 2023 Virtual Holocaust Remembrance Day Program
24.Wengraf & Hahn, co-sponsors Arreguin, Bartlett, Hahn – Proclamation in Honor of Holocaust Remembrance Day April 16 from 2-3 pm
25.Robinson, co-sponsor Hahn, Harrison, Taplin – Referral to CM for On-Street Secure Bike Storage
AGENDA on ACTION:
26.Garland, Public Works – Implement Residential Residential Preferential Parking (RPP) on 1600 block of Fifth Street
27.Garland, Public Works – Adopt resolution approving Berkeley Transit-First Policy and appointing two members and one alternative to serve on the Inter-Agency Liaison Committee between COB and AC Transit – moved to consent robinson, Taplin, harrison
28.Harrison , co-sponsor Harrison, Taplin– Adopt Ordinance Adding BMC Chapter 2.102 to Establish a Labor Peace Policy Minimizing Labor/Management Conflict in Berkeley Marina Zone
INFORMATION REPORTS:
29.Fiscal Year 2023 Mid-year Budget Update
30.LPO NOD 1581 1581 LeRoy Ave #LMSAP2022-0009
31.LPO NOD 1325 Arch #LMSAP2022-0013
32.LPO NOD 1911 Fourth Street #LMSAP2022-0014
33.2022 Disaster and Fire Safety Work Plan
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LAND USE CALENDAR:
Public Hearings
1262 Francisco (add 40 sq ft and 2nd story balcony) 2/28/2023
469 Kentucky (single family dwelling) 5/23/2023
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage – submitting a new project
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
April 18 – Hopkins Corridor Plan
May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report 5/16/2023
Unscheduled Presentations:
Climate Action Plan and Resilience Update – regular agenda March 14
City Policies for Managing Parking Around BART Stations – check with Garland ?May
March 12 - March 19, 2023
Worth Noting:
City Council Spring Recess is from March 22 – April 10, 2023. The March 21 City Council meeting is posted and available for public comment. The planned special meetings on March 20 for the Berkeley Marina Area Specific Plan and on March 21 on Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program at 4 pm, Civic Center Vision Project at 4 pm are not yet posted. For updates keep checking the City website at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
A very full week ahead with another atmospheric river arriving on Tuesday.
City Council, Council Committees and the Police Accountability Board will meet in the hybrid format with the option of attending in person or virtually on zoom. The Civic Arts Commission subcommittee will meet via videoconference only on Monday. All other city meetings are in person only.
Directions with links to ZOOM support for activating Closed Captioning and Save Transcript are at the bottom/end of this calendar.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, March 12, 2023 - Spring Forward – Daylight Savings Time Begins
Monday, March 13, 2023
HEALTH LIFE ENRICHMENT, EQUITY & COMMUNITY at 10 am
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1608491245
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 160 849 1245
AGENDA: 2. Election of the chair, 3. Bartlett, co-sponsors Arreguin, Harrison, Hahn - Berkeley Food Utility and Access Resilience Measure (FARM)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-health-life-enrichment-equity-community
COMMUNITY for a CULTURAL CIVIC CENTER (CCCC) from 12 - 1 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84774865934?pwd=T1RNOTc2TTNxUnFmTGJpNmNTZmFwUT09
AGENDA: March 21 at 4 pm City Council meeting on the Civic Center
https://berkeleycccc.org/
CITY CCOUNCIL Closed Session at 3 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1612575025
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 161 257 5125
AGENDA: 1. Conference with legal counsel for anticipated litigation pursuant to Section 54956.9(d)(3) from HCD, relates to updating ordinance 7,797-N.S. Efficiency Kitchen and ordinance 7,799-N.S. Wildfire Hazard Evacuation Risk Mitigation Ordinance (limiting ADUs in Hillside Overlay), 2. Existing Litigation a. Mena v. Brad, et al., RG21101938, b, Chen v City of Berkeley 22CV0181148, 3. Anticipated Litigation a. WCAB ADJ12170910 and ADJ11544202
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION Policy Subcommittee at 4:30 pm
Videoconference ONLY: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1607791795
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 Meeting ID: 160 779 1795
AGENDA: 6. Discussion with possible action a) Poet Laureate Guidelines
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
YOUTH COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
IN-Person Only: 1730 Oregon, MLK Jr Youth Services Center/YAP
AGENDA: 6. Chair’s Announcements, 7. Director’s Report, 8. Introductions, 9. Discussion: Mental health resources in BUSD, 10. Action Create new group for Remind
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/youth-commission
Tuesday, March 14, 2023
CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 4 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1600955724
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 160 095 5724
AGENDA: Berkeley Police Department Annual Report, 2022 Year End Data Reports
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1600955724
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 160 095 5724
AGENDA: . Use the link and choose the html option or see the agenda listed at the end of the calendar.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Wednesday, March 15, 2023
COMMISSION on AGING at 1:30 pm
In-Person Only: 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. Presentation Berkeley Rides for Seniors & Disabled 2023-2024 Program Plan, Discussion/Action Item: 7. Commissioner Reports, 8. Update on Hopkins Corridor, 9. Multi-generational community programs & projects, 10. Possible letter to City Council regarding Fire Evacuation & Emergency Service Routes, 11. Possible community forum on Age-Friendly andpolicy proposals needed for a graying Berkeley
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-aging
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person Only: 1901 Russell, Tarea Pittmam South Branch Library
AGENDA: 6. Chair’s report, 7. Presentations, Discussion & Action Items: a. Approval of Design Development, b. Approval of Revised Design for Mural at James Kenney Community Center, c. Draft Poet Laureate Program Guidelines, 8. Staff Report, 9. Committee Reports
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
COMMISSION on LABOR at 7 pm
In-Person Only: 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center, Multi-Purpose Room
AGENDA: 2. Election chair and vice-chair, 3. Send a letter to council about long time vacancies for the Commission on Aging, 4. Support the Labor Peace Ordinance in the Marina Zone
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-labor
COMMISSION on STATUS of WOMEN
No meeting posted – usually meets the 3rd Wednesday of the month at 6 pm
HUMAN WELFARE and COMMUNITY ACTION COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
In-Person Only: 2800 Park Street, Frances Albrier Community Center
AGENDA: 5. Action - Review City of Berkeley funded agency Program and Financial reports a. Through the Looking Glass, Discussion and Possible Action Items: 6. Concurrent meeting with the Commission on Disabilities regarding action items of mutual interest, not limited to road plans, universal design, accessibility, 7. Support the Commissions on Aging and Disability regarding proposed changes to Hopkins Corridor, 8. Current mechanisms for City employees and service providers to communicate, 9. Requirements for contracted non-profit service providers and transparency of grant reports 10. Eligibility for service as representative of the poor, 11. Accessibility and availability of materials on City website, 12. Letter of support for Center for Independent Living action on Pathways STAIR Center, 13. Accessibility Quality Assessment program to handle non-conforming public facilities.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/human-welfare-and-community-action-commission
POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD at 6:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting:
In-Person: 1301 Shattuck, Live Oak Community Center
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82653396072
(ODPA and PAB are in early stages of working out hybrid format there is the possibility for technical glitches)
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 826 5359 6072
AGENDA: 4. Public Comment on agenda and non-agenda items, 6. ODPA reports, 7. Chair and Board reports, 8. BPD Chief Reports, 9. Policy and Practices relating to the Downtown Task Force and Bike Unit Allegations, Regulations subcommittee, 10, a. Discussion on the proposal for a comprehensive review of BPD’s body-worn camera policies, 11. Public Comment, CLOSED session.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
Thursday, March 16, 2023
FACILITES, INFRASTRUCTURE, TRANSPORTATION, ENVIRONMENT & SUSTAINABILITY at 1 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-infor.zoomgov.com/j/1601376273
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 160 137 6273
AGENDA: Not posted. Check after Monday
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-facilities-infrastructure-transportation-environment-sustainability
DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE at 7 pm
In-Person Only: 2800 Park Street, Frances Albrier Community Center
AGENDA: 1. 2800 Telegraph @ Stuart – Preliminary Design Review – Demolish existing non-residential structure and construct a 15,792 sq ft 5-story residential building with 16 dwelling units (1 very low income unit) 1 parking space, 19 bicycle spaces
2. 2920 Shattuck @ Russell - Preliminary Design Review – demolish two existing commercial buildings and construct a 10-story density bonus project mixed-use building with 221 dwelling units (including 22 very low income units), 4,090 sq ft of commercial space and 9 parking spaces
3. 2538 Durant between Telegraph and Bowditch - Preliminary Design Review – demolish existing 4-story residential building including 12 dwelling units and construct an 80,829 sq ft 8-story mixed-use building with 1,641 sq ft of ground floor commercial space, 83 dwellings, (including 5 very low income units)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/design-review-committee
FAIR CAMPAIGN PRACTICES COMMISSION (FCPC) & OPEN GOVERNMENT COMMISSION (OGC) at 6 pm
In-Person Only: 2180 Milvia, Cypress Room 1st Floor
AGENDA: FCPC: 5. Reports 6. Biennial adjustment of BERA campaign contribution limit for cost of living, 7. Subcommittee report, OGC: 8. Reports, 9. Letter to City Council regarding commission minutes, 10. In-person meeting Health and Safety Protocols, 11. Possible changes to public commenting for City Council meetings discussion and possible action.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/fair-campaign-practices-commission
MENTAL HEALTH COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person Only: 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center, Conference Room A
AGENDA: 3. Bridge to SCU and SCU Update, 4. 4. Mental Health Manager’s Report and caseload statistics, 5. Subcommittee Reports, 6. Update law enforcement arrests regarding people dementia, 7. Update access to 988 for Berkeley people
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/mental-health-commission
TRANSPORTATION and INFRASTRUCTURE COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person Only: 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA Discussion/Action Items: 1. Workplan, 2. Elect replacement backup speaker for April City Council Meeting on West Hopkins Item
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/transportation-and-infrastructure-commission
BERKELEY RENT STABILIZATION BOARD at 7 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87985893082?pwd=MC9pZ1ljNmJ0WGt3OHE4aHNncVdOZz09
Teleconference: 1-408-638-0968 Meeting ID: 879 8589 3082 Passcode: 917780
AGENDA: 4. Public Comment with 2 minutes per speaker non-agenda items, 5. Public Comment with 2 minutes per speaker for agenda items, 6. Consent b. Authorize Executive Director to execute contract modification with Goldfarb & Lipman LLP thru June 30, 2023, for up to $20,000, c. with Sloan Sakai Yeung & Wong LLP thru June 30, 2023 for up to $80,000, d. Ministerial Waivers, Discretionary Waivers, 7. Public Hearing on Proposed Increase to Annual Registration Fees for FY 2023-2024, 8. Action Items: (Public Comment 1 minute per speaker prior to vote on each action item) a. Chair update, b. Annual registration fee for fully-covered units at $290/unit, c. Annual registration fee for MM units at $37/unit, e. Summer rental fee for fraternities and sororities at $70 per unit, f. Possible letter of support for SB 460 Fair Chance Housing, g. Possible letter of support for SB 466 Costa-Hawkins Rental Housing Act: rental rates.
https://rentboard.berkeleyca.gov/elected-rent-board/rent-board-meetings
Friday, March 17, 2023
CLIMATE, EQUITY & RACE UNITED ACTIONS from 9 am – 12 pm
Check later in week for agenda, Registration is via Eventbrite
https://www.cemtf.org/site/events
Saturday, March 18, 2023 – No city meetings listed
Sunday, March 19, 2023 – No city meetings listed
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March 14, 2023 Agenda for CITY COUNCIL Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1600955724
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 160 095 5724
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.Arreguin – 2nd reading – Amendments to COVID-19 Emergency Response Ordinance, Suspend the application of the ordinance to commercial property, permit lawful owner move-in evictions, and establish a Transition Period during which time specified evictions would be prohibited
2.Harrison – 2nd reading - Modifies Environment and Climate Commission membership to add two youth members appointed by council in addition to commissioners appointed by each councilmember and mayor.
3.Oyekanmi, Finance - Formal Bid Solicitations $2,802,400 (Mobile Wellness Services for individuals who are unhoused and living in area encampments).
4.Sprague, Fire – Contract $400,000 with KLD Engineering, P.C. for Evacuation and Response Time Modeling from 4/1/2023 to 6/30/2024 with option to renew for $100,000 for additional 2 years
5.Warhuus, HHCS – Contract $350,000 with GoGo Technologies Inc for Transportation Services for Seniors and Disabled from 4/1/2023 to 6/30/2026 for 24/7 call center to arrange rides with Uber and Lyft for customers of the Aging Services Division’s Berkeley Rides for Seniors and Disabled
6.Warhuus, HHCS – Contract $128,315 with mySidewalk, Inc for HHCS Web-Based Population Health Data Platform 3/15/2023 to 3/14/2026
7.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Amend Contract 32000225 add $149,000 total $349,000 and extend 6/30/2024 with Its Personnel Consulting for Recruitment, Hiring, and Independent Workplace Investigation
8.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Amend Contract 32100046 add $139,000 total $189,000 with HR Acuity, LLC for Case Management and Employee Relations Software
9.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Purchase Order $150,000 with Glassdoor to Provide Search Engine Optimization (SEO) and Ad Work from4/1/2023 to 3/31/2025
10.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Purchase Order $150,000 with Indeed to Provide Search Engine Optimization (SEO) and Ad Work from4/1/2023 to 3/31/2025
11.Fong, IT – Amend Contract 31900187 add $106,000 total $278,000 with LV.NET (formerly Towerstream) for Secondary Internet for Redundancy and Load Balancing from 10/3/2017 to 6/30/2024
12.Arreguin co-sponsors Hahn, Harrison, Wengraf – Opposition to Initiative #1935 deceptively named “Taxpayer Protection and Government Accountability Act”
13.Arreguin, co-sponsor Robinson, Hahn – Resolution Support SB 50 – would allow Berkeley to move forward with BerkDOT program for a Berkeley Department of Transportation instead of police to enforce vehicle or bike low-level infractions (traffic stops and enforcement)
14.Arreguin, co-sponsors Hahn, Harrison, Wengraf – Support SB 252 State Divestment from Fossil Fuels
15.Taplin, co-sponsors Harrison, Robinson – Budget Referral Vision 2050 Complete Streets Parcel Tax Community Engagement and Program Plan refer $400,000 to June 2023 mid-year budget update to conduct community engagement, public information campaign and program plan development and climate resilient infrastructure
16.Taplin co-sponsors Robinson – Support Unionization Efforts by Urban Ore Workers under representation by the IWW Union 670
17.Taplin, co-sponsor - Robinson - Support for SB 58 Controlled Substances, decriminalization
18.Robinson, co-sponsor Arreguin, Hahn, Harrison – Support SB 466 reforming Costa-Hawkins Rental Housing Act
19.Robinson, co-sponsor Hahn – Support H.R. 852 Investing in Safer Traffic Stops Act
AGENDA on ACTION:
20.Droste – REFORMS TO PUBLIC COMMENT PROCEDURES AT MEETINGS OF THE BERKELEY CITY COUNCIL – LIMITS PUBLIC COMMENT TO ONCE FOR THE AGENDA ON CONSENT AND ONCE FOR THE ENTIRE AGENDA ON ACTION with three exceptions: hearings, appeals and quasi-judicial (court like) proceedings. After all the council votes have been taken, all decisions made, the public would have a 3rd opportunity to speak before the council adjourns.
21.Sprague, Fire - Ambulance User Fee Increase
22.Fair Campaign Practices Commission – Cost of Living Adjustment for $250 campaign contribution limit increase by nearest $10 in every odd-numbered year
23.Klein, Planning – Climate Action Plan and Resilience Update
24.Hollander, Economic Development – Berkeley Economic Dashboards Update – move to action
25.Droste – Bureaucratic Effectiveness and Referral Improvement and Prioritization Effort (BE RIPE) limits submission of legislation to 1 item per year per council member and 2 items per year for the mayor
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March 21, 2023 Agenda for CITY COUNCIL Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1604192052
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 160 419 2052
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.Brown, City Attorney – Resolution Reviewing and Ratifying the Proclamation of Local COVID Emergency
2.Williams-Ridley, City Manager (CM) – Designate the Line of Succession for the Director of Emergency Services in the event of an emergency
3.Sprague, Fire - Grant Application: FEMA to expand National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1582/1583 for $840,000 with 10% or $84,000 city matching funds for Wellness, Fitness and Human Performance Program
4.Warhuus, HHCS - Amend Contract #32200156 add $561,917.11 total $1,201,917.11 with Options Recovery Services for Community Response Services and extend to 12/31/2023
5.Warhuus, HHCS - Amend Contract #32200147 add $75,600 total $195,000 with Women’s Daytime Drop-in Center for Community Crisis Response Services and extend to 12/31/2023
6.Warhuus, HHCS - Amend Contract #32300025 add $300,000 total $350,000 with Non-Profit Intelligence Partners for Flexible Funding program services and extend to 6/30/2024
7.Warhuus, HHCS – Revenue Agreements with California Department of Public Health (CDHP) for 1. Total $383,455 for Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention for years FY 2024, 2025, 2026, and 2. Total $487,170 or $162,390 each year for CalFresh Healthy Living Program FFY 2024, 2025, 2026
8.Warhuus, HHCS – Funding Recommendation and Joint Homekey Application for University Inn at 1461 University for 1. Measure P $8,500,000 for University Inn permanent supportive housing, 2. Measure P $1,000,000 to operate University Inn as emergency shelter prior to conversion to permanent housing program, 3. Authorize submission to CA Housing and Community Development (HCD) for University Inn permanent supportive housing project, 4. Authorize CM or designee to eneter agreements with HCD, 5. Authorize CM or designee to execute all original or amended documents to effectuate these actions.
9.Warhuus, HHCS –
10.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Salary adjustments Local 1 Senior Behavioral Health Clinician by 0.83%, Mental Health Clinical Supervisor by 4.18%, Mental Health Program Supervisor by 7.33%, Assistant Manager of Mental Health Division by 7.33%, and Manager of Mental Health Division by 1.2% effective 1/14/2023
11.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Salary Range Adjustments increase top step salary of Deputy City Manager classification from $277,840.99 to $291,733.04 and the Employee Relations Manager from $175,026.38 to $180,065.60 effective 1/14/2023
12.Ferris, Parks - Contract $260,312.50 includes $52,062.50 contingency with TERCONS Inc. for Aquatic Park Paddling and Rowing Club Parking Lot Improvements
13.Klein, Planning – Grant Funding $80,000 to CA Energy Commission to integrate Application for SolarAPP+ Integration web software to the Permit Service Center operations
14.Garland, Public Works – Amend Contract #32100192 add $200,000 total $2,375,900 with California Constructores for Sidewalk Repairs FY 2020 Project
15.Garland, Public Works – Contract $10,203,711 with JV Lucas Paving, Inc for Street Rehabilitation FY2023 Project
16.Garland, Public Works – Purchase Order $215,000 for one John Deere 320P Backhoe Loader with Pape Machinery, Inc
17.Garland, Public Works – Purchase Order $496,454 with Nicholas K Corp dba Ford Store San Leandro for eight Ford Interceptor Hybrid Utility Vehicles
18.Art Commission – Referral Response Grant Program $300,000 for retaining and improving creative spaces
19.Arreguin co-sponsors Hahn, Harrison, Robinson – Budget Referral $2,000,000 to augment the post COVID-19 Rental Assistance/Anti-Displacement administered by the Eviction Defense Center
20.Arreguin, co-sponsors Hahn, Wengraf – Relinquishment Council Office Budget funds to co-sponsor Bioneers Conference
21.Hahn, co-sponsors Taplin, Wengraf – Budget Referral $40,000 for speed feedback signs for Arlington Ave.
22.Hahn, co-sponsors Taplin, Wengraf – Budget Referral for $35,000 for Pedestrian Safety Upgrades for Arlington Ave, refresh painted markings
23.Wengraf, co-sponsor Hahn - Relinquishment Council Office Budget funds for 2023 Virtual Holocaust Remembrance Day Program
24.Wengraf & Hahn, co-sponsors Arreguin, Bartlett – Proclamation in Honor of Holocaust Remembrance Day April 16 from 2-3 pm
25.Robinson, co-sponsor Hahn, Harrison, Taplin – Referral to CM for On-Street Secure Bike Storage
AGENDA on ACTION:
26.Garland, Public Works – Implement Residential Residential Preferential Parking (RPP) on 1600 block of Fifth Street
27.Garland, Public Works – Adopt resolution approving Berkeley Transit-First Policy and appointing two members and one alternative to serve on the Inter-Agency Liaison Committee between COB and AC Transit
28.Harrison , co-sponsor Harrison, Taplin– Adopt Ordinance Adding BMC Chapter 2.102 to Establish a Labor Peace Policy Minimizing Labor/Management Conflict in Berkeley Marina Zone
INFORMATION REPORTS:
29.Fiscal Year 2023 Mid-year Budget Update
30.LPO NOD 1581 1581 LeRoy Ave #LMSAP2022-0009
31.LPO NOD 1325 Arch #LMSAP2022-0013
32.LPO NOD 1911 Fourth Street #LMSAP2022-0014
33.2022 Disaster and Fire Safety Work Plan
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LAND USE CALENDAR:
Public Hearings
1262 Francisco (add 40 sq ft and 2nd story balcony) 2/28/2023
469 Kentucky (single family dwelling) 5/23/2023
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage – submitting a new project
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
March 7 - Berkeley Marina Area Specific Plan Canceled
March 14 – Annual Crime Report at 4 pm
March 20 – EXPECTED - BERKELEY MARINA AREA SPECIFIC PLAN
March 21 - Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program at 4 pm, Civic Center Vision Project at 4 pm
April 18 – Hopkins Corridor Plan
May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report 5/16/2023
Unscheduled Presentations:
Climate Action Plan and Resilience Update – regular agenda March 14
City Policies for Managing Parking Around BART Stations – check with Garland ?May
For Online Public Meetings
CLOSED CAPTIONING, SAVE TRANSCRIPT OVERVIEW, DIRECTIONS and ZOOM SUPPORT LINKS:
ZOOM has as part of the program - (for no extra cost) Closed Captioning (CC). It turns computer voice recognition into a transcript. Accuracy of the Closed Captioning is affected by background noise, the volume and clarity of the speaker, lexicons/wordbook and dialect of the speaker. The transcript will not be perfect, but most of the time reading through it the few words that don't fit, can be deciphered, like Shattuck was transcribed as Shadow in one recent transcript.
Here is the link to ZOOM Support for how to set up Closed Captioning for a meeting or webinar:
https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/8158738379917#h_01GHWATNVPW5FR304S2SVGXN2X
Here is the link to ZOOM Support for attendees in how to save Closed Captions:
https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/360060958752-Using-save-captions#h_01F5XW3BGWJAKJFWCHPPZGBD70
Worth Noting:
City Council Spring Recess is from March 22 – April 10, 2023. The March 21 City Council meeting is posted and available for public comment. The planned special meetings on March 20 for the Berkeley Marina Area Specific Plan and on March 21 on Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program at 4 pm, Civic Center Vision Project at 4 pm are not yet posted. For updates keep checking the City website at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
A very full week ahead with another atmospheric river arriving on Tuesday.
City Council, Council Committees and the Police Accountability Board will meet in the hybrid format with the option of attending in person or virtually on zoom. The Civic Arts Commission subcommittee will meet via videoconference only on Monday. All other city meetings are in person only.
- Monday: The Health Life Enrichment, Equity & Community Committee meets in the hybrid format at 10 am. The City Council meets in closed session in the hybrid format at 3 pm. The Civic Arts Policy subcommittee meets virtually at 4:30 pm and the Youth Commission meets in person at 6:30 pm. The Community for a Cultural Civic Center (CCCC) meets online at 12 noon.
- Tuesday: City Council is the go to meeting of the week. If you go in person prepare for a long evening. The City Council meets in a hybrid format starting with a special meeting on the crime report at 4 pm followed with the regular meeting at 6 pm. Item 20 on the agenda is the Droste – Robinson-Wengraf proposal for limiting public comment on all action agenda items to one comment. There are three legally required exceptions: hearings, appeals and quasi-judicial (court-like procedings). The last item of the night Item 25 another Droste proposal limits councilmembers to one major legislative submission per year. (I commented on both of these agenda items in my 2/26/23 Activist’s Diary https://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com/issue/2023-02-26/article/50200?headline=A-BERKELEY-ACTIVIST-S-DIARY-Week-Ending-2-26--Kelly-Hammargren )
- Wednesday: The Commission on Aging meets in person at 1:30 pm. The Civic Arts Commission meets in person at 6 pm. The Police Accountability Board is meeting at 6:30 pm in a hybrid format. The Human Welfare and Community Action Commission meets at 6:30 pm in person only. The Commission on Labor meets in person at 7 pm.
- Thursday: FITES is scheduled to meet at 1 pm in a hybrid format, but no agenda is posted. The Fair Campaign Practices and Open Government Commission meets at 6 pm in person. The Design Review Committee, Mental Health Commission and Transportation and Infrastructure Commission all meet at 7 pm in person.
- Friday: The Climate Emergency Task Force has not posted the agenda for the planned webinar from 9 am – 12 noon. This event will be online.
Directions with links to ZOOM support for activating Closed Captioning and Save Transcript are at the bottom/end of this calendar.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, March 12, 2023 - Spring Forward – Daylight Savings Time Begins
Monday, March 13, 2023
HEALTH LIFE ENRICHMENT, EQUITY & COMMUNITY at 10 am
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1608491245
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 160 849 1245
AGENDA: 2. Election of the chair, 3. Bartlett, co-sponsors Arreguin, Harrison, Hahn - Berkeley Food Utility and Access Resilience Measure (FARM)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-health-life-enrichment-equity-community
COMMUNITY for a CULTURAL CIVIC CENTER (CCCC) from 12 - 1 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84774865934?pwd=T1RNOTc2TTNxUnFmTGJpNmNTZmFwUT09
AGENDA: March 21 at 4 pm City Council meeting on the Civic Center
https://berkeleycccc.org/
CITY CCOUNCIL Closed Session at 3 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1612575025
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 161 257 5125
AGENDA: 1. Conference with legal counsel for anticipated litigation pursuant to Section 54956.9(d)(3) from HCD, relates to updating ordinance 7,797-N.S. Efficiency Kitchen and ordinance 7,799-N.S. Wildfire Hazard Evacuation Risk Mitigation Ordinance (limiting ADUs in Hillside Overlay), 2. Existing Litigation a. Mena v. Brad, et al., RG21101938, b, Chen v City of Berkeley 22CV0181148, 3. Anticipated Litigation a. WCAB ADJ12170910 and ADJ11544202
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION Policy Subcommittee at 4:30 pm
Videoconference ONLY: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1607791795
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 Meeting ID: 160 779 1795
AGENDA: 6. Discussion with possible action a) Poet Laureate Guidelines
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
YOUTH COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
IN-Person Only: 1730 Oregon, MLK Jr Youth Services Center/YAP
AGENDA: 6. Chair’s Announcements, 7. Director’s Report, 8. Introductions, 9. Discussion: Mental health resources in BUSD, 10. Action Create new group for Remind
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/youth-commission
Tuesday, March 14, 2023
CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 4 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1600955724
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 160 095 5724
AGENDA: Berkeley Police Department Annual Report, 2022 Year End Data Reports
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1600955724
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 160 095 5724
AGENDA: . Use the link and choose the html option or see the agenda listed at the end of the calendar.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Wednesday, March 15, 2023
COMMISSION on AGING at 1:30 pm
In-Person Only: 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. Presentation Berkeley Rides for Seniors & Disabled 2023-2024 Program Plan, Discussion/Action Item: 7. Commissioner Reports, 8. Update on Hopkins Corridor, 9. Multi-generational community programs & projects, 10. Possible letter to City Council regarding Fire Evacuation & Emergency Service Routes, 11. Possible community forum on Age-Friendly andpolicy proposals needed for a graying Berkeley
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-aging
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person Only: 1901 Russell, Tarea Pittmam South Branch Library
AGENDA: 6. Chair’s report, 7. Presentations, Discussion & Action Items: a. Approval of Design Development, b. Approval of Revised Design for Mural at James Kenney Community Center, c. Draft Poet Laureate Program Guidelines, 8. Staff Report, 9. Committee Reports
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
COMMISSION on LABOR at 7 pm
In-Person Only: 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center, Multi-Purpose Room
AGENDA: 2. Election chair and vice-chair, 3. Send a letter to council about long time vacancies for the Commission on Aging, 4. Support the Labor Peace Ordinance in the Marina Zone
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-labor
COMMISSION on STATUS of WOMEN
No meeting posted – usually meets the 3rd Wednesday of the month at 6 pm
HUMAN WELFARE and COMMUNITY ACTION COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
In-Person Only: 2800 Park Street, Frances Albrier Community Center
AGENDA: 5. Action - Review City of Berkeley funded agency Program and Financial reports a. Through the Looking Glass, Discussion and Possible Action Items: 6. Concurrent meeting with the Commission on Disabilities regarding action items of mutual interest, not limited to road plans, universal design, accessibility, 7. Support the Commissions on Aging and Disability regarding proposed changes to Hopkins Corridor, 8. Current mechanisms for City employees and service providers to communicate, 9. Requirements for contracted non-profit service providers and transparency of grant reports 10. Eligibility for service as representative of the poor, 11. Accessibility and availability of materials on City website, 12. Letter of support for Center for Independent Living action on Pathways STAIR Center, 13. Accessibility Quality Assessment program to handle non-conforming public facilities.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/human-welfare-and-community-action-commission
POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD at 6:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting:
In-Person: 1301 Shattuck, Live Oak Community Center
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82653396072
(ODPA and PAB are in early stages of working out hybrid format there is the possibility for technical glitches)
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 826 5359 6072
AGENDA: 4. Public Comment on agenda and non-agenda items, 6. ODPA reports, 7. Chair and Board reports, 8. BPD Chief Reports, 9. Policy and Practices relating to the Downtown Task Force and Bike Unit Allegations, Regulations subcommittee, 10, a. Discussion on the proposal for a comprehensive review of BPD’s body-worn camera policies, 11. Public Comment, CLOSED session.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
Thursday, March 16, 2023
FACILITES, INFRASTRUCTURE, TRANSPORTATION, ENVIRONMENT & SUSTAINABILITY at 1 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-infor.zoomgov.com/j/1601376273
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 160 137 6273
AGENDA: Not posted. Check after Monday
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-facilities-infrastructure-transportation-environment-sustainability
DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE at 7 pm
In-Person Only: 2800 Park Street, Frances Albrier Community Center
AGENDA: 1. 2800 Telegraph @ Stuart – Preliminary Design Review – Demolish existing non-residential structure and construct a 15,792 sq ft 5-story residential building with 16 dwelling units (1 very low income unit) 1 parking space, 19 bicycle spaces
2. 2920 Shattuck @ Russell - Preliminary Design Review – demolish two existing commercial buildings and construct a 10-story density bonus project mixed-use building with 221 dwelling units (including 22 very low income units), 4,090 sq ft of commercial space and 9 parking spaces
3. 2538 Durant between Telegraph and Bowditch - Preliminary Design Review – demolish existing 4-story residential building including 12 dwelling units and construct an 80,829 sq ft 8-story mixed-use building with 1,641 sq ft of ground floor commercial space, 83 dwellings, (including 5 very low income units)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/design-review-committee
FAIR CAMPAIGN PRACTICES COMMISSION (FCPC) & OPEN GOVERNMENT COMMISSION (OGC) at 6 pm
In-Person Only: 2180 Milvia, Cypress Room 1st Floor
AGENDA: FCPC: 5. Reports 6. Biennial adjustment of BERA campaign contribution limit for cost of living, 7. Subcommittee report, OGC: 8. Reports, 9. Letter to City Council regarding commission minutes, 10. In-person meeting Health and Safety Protocols, 11. Possible changes to public commenting for City Council meetings discussion and possible action.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/fair-campaign-practices-commission
MENTAL HEALTH COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person Only: 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center, Conference Room A
AGENDA: 3. Bridge to SCU and SCU Update, 4. 4. Mental Health Manager’s Report and caseload statistics, 5. Subcommittee Reports, 6. Update law enforcement arrests regarding people dementia, 7. Update access to 988 for Berkeley people
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/mental-health-commission
TRANSPORTATION and INFRASTRUCTURE COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person Only: 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA Discussion/Action Items: 1. Workplan, 2. Elect replacement backup speaker for April City Council Meeting on West Hopkins Item
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/transportation-and-infrastructure-commission
BERKELEY RENT STABILIZATION BOARD at 7 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87985893082?pwd=MC9pZ1ljNmJ0WGt3OHE4aHNncVdOZz09
Teleconference: 1-408-638-0968 Meeting ID: 879 8589 3082 Passcode: 917780
AGENDA: 4. Public Comment with 2 minutes per speaker non-agenda items, 5. Public Comment with 2 minutes per speaker for agenda items, 6. Consent b. Authorize Executive Director to execute contract modification with Goldfarb & Lipman LLP thru June 30, 2023, for up to $20,000, c. with Sloan Sakai Yeung & Wong LLP thru June 30, 2023 for up to $80,000, d. Ministerial Waivers, Discretionary Waivers, 7. Public Hearing on Proposed Increase to Annual Registration Fees for FY 2023-2024, 8. Action Items: (Public Comment 1 minute per speaker prior to vote on each action item) a. Chair update, b. Annual registration fee for fully-covered units at $290/unit, c. Annual registration fee for MM units at $37/unit, e. Summer rental fee for fraternities and sororities at $70 per unit, f. Possible letter of support for SB 460 Fair Chance Housing, g. Possible letter of support for SB 466 Costa-Hawkins Rental Housing Act: rental rates.
https://rentboard.berkeleyca.gov/elected-rent-board/rent-board-meetings
Friday, March 17, 2023
CLIMATE, EQUITY & RACE UNITED ACTIONS from 9 am – 12 pm
Check later in week for agenda, Registration is via Eventbrite
https://www.cemtf.org/site/events
Saturday, March 18, 2023 – No city meetings listed
Sunday, March 19, 2023 – No city meetings listed
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March 14, 2023 Agenda for CITY COUNCIL Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1600955724
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 160 095 5724
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.Arreguin – 2nd reading – Amendments to COVID-19 Emergency Response Ordinance, Suspend the application of the ordinance to commercial property, permit lawful owner move-in evictions, and establish a Transition Period during which time specified evictions would be prohibited
2.Harrison – 2nd reading - Modifies Environment and Climate Commission membership to add two youth members appointed by council in addition to commissioners appointed by each councilmember and mayor.
3.Oyekanmi, Finance - Formal Bid Solicitations $2,802,400 (Mobile Wellness Services for individuals who are unhoused and living in area encampments).
4.Sprague, Fire – Contract $400,000 with KLD Engineering, P.C. for Evacuation and Response Time Modeling from 4/1/2023 to 6/30/2024 with option to renew for $100,000 for additional 2 years
5.Warhuus, HHCS – Contract $350,000 with GoGo Technologies Inc for Transportation Services for Seniors and Disabled from 4/1/2023 to 6/30/2026 for 24/7 call center to arrange rides with Uber and Lyft for customers of the Aging Services Division’s Berkeley Rides for Seniors and Disabled
6.Warhuus, HHCS – Contract $128,315 with mySidewalk, Inc for HHCS Web-Based Population Health Data Platform 3/15/2023 to 3/14/2026
7.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Amend Contract 32000225 add $149,000 total $349,000 and extend 6/30/2024 with Its Personnel Consulting for Recruitment, Hiring, and Independent Workplace Investigation
8.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Amend Contract 32100046 add $139,000 total $189,000 with HR Acuity, LLC for Case Management and Employee Relations Software
9.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Purchase Order $150,000 with Glassdoor to Provide Search Engine Optimization (SEO) and Ad Work from4/1/2023 to 3/31/2025
10.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Purchase Order $150,000 with Indeed to Provide Search Engine Optimization (SEO) and Ad Work from4/1/2023 to 3/31/2025
11.Fong, IT – Amend Contract 31900187 add $106,000 total $278,000 with LV.NET (formerly Towerstream) for Secondary Internet for Redundancy and Load Balancing from 10/3/2017 to 6/30/2024
12.Arreguin co-sponsors Hahn, Harrison, Wengraf – Opposition to Initiative #1935 deceptively named “Taxpayer Protection and Government Accountability Act”
13.Arreguin, co-sponsor Robinson, Hahn – Resolution Support SB 50 – would allow Berkeley to move forward with BerkDOT program for a Berkeley Department of Transportation instead of police to enforce vehicle or bike low-level infractions (traffic stops and enforcement)
14.Arreguin, co-sponsors Hahn, Harrison, Wengraf – Support SB 252 State Divestment from Fossil Fuels
15.Taplin, co-sponsors Harrison, Robinson – Budget Referral Vision 2050 Complete Streets Parcel Tax Community Engagement and Program Plan refer $400,000 to June 2023 mid-year budget update to conduct community engagement, public information campaign and program plan development and climate resilient infrastructure
16.Taplin co-sponsors Robinson – Support Unionization Efforts by Urban Ore Workers under representation by the IWW Union 670
17.Taplin, co-sponsor - Robinson - Support for SB 58 Controlled Substances, decriminalization
18.Robinson, co-sponsor Arreguin, Hahn, Harrison – Support SB 466 reforming Costa-Hawkins Rental Housing Act
19.Robinson, co-sponsor Hahn – Support H.R. 852 Investing in Safer Traffic Stops Act
AGENDA on ACTION:
20.Droste – REFORMS TO PUBLIC COMMENT PROCEDURES AT MEETINGS OF THE BERKELEY CITY COUNCIL – LIMITS PUBLIC COMMENT TO ONCE FOR THE AGENDA ON CONSENT AND ONCE FOR THE ENTIRE AGENDA ON ACTION with three exceptions: hearings, appeals and quasi-judicial (court like) proceedings. After all the council votes have been taken, all decisions made, the public would have a 3rd opportunity to speak before the council adjourns.
21.Sprague, Fire - Ambulance User Fee Increase
22.Fair Campaign Practices Commission – Cost of Living Adjustment for $250 campaign contribution limit increase by nearest $10 in every odd-numbered year
23.Klein, Planning – Climate Action Plan and Resilience Update
24.Hollander, Economic Development – Berkeley Economic Dashboards Update – move to action
25.Droste – Bureaucratic Effectiveness and Referral Improvement and Prioritization Effort (BE RIPE) limits submission of legislation to 1 item per year per council member and 2 items per year for the mayor
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March 21, 2023 Agenda for CITY COUNCIL Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1604192052
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 160 419 2052
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.Brown, City Attorney – Resolution Reviewing and Ratifying the Proclamation of Local COVID Emergency
2.Williams-Ridley, City Manager (CM) – Designate the Line of Succession for the Director of Emergency Services in the event of an emergency
3.Sprague, Fire - Grant Application: FEMA to expand National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1582/1583 for $840,000 with 10% or $84,000 city matching funds for Wellness, Fitness and Human Performance Program
4.Warhuus, HHCS - Amend Contract #32200156 add $561,917.11 total $1,201,917.11 with Options Recovery Services for Community Response Services and extend to 12/31/2023
5.Warhuus, HHCS - Amend Contract #32200147 add $75,600 total $195,000 with Women’s Daytime Drop-in Center for Community Crisis Response Services and extend to 12/31/2023
6.Warhuus, HHCS - Amend Contract #32300025 add $300,000 total $350,000 with Non-Profit Intelligence Partners for Flexible Funding program services and extend to 6/30/2024
7.Warhuus, HHCS – Revenue Agreements with California Department of Public Health (CDHP) for 1. Total $383,455 for Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention for years FY 2024, 2025, 2026, and 2. Total $487,170 or $162,390 each year for CalFresh Healthy Living Program FFY 2024, 2025, 2026
8.Warhuus, HHCS – Funding Recommendation and Joint Homekey Application for University Inn at 1461 University for 1. Measure P $8,500,000 for University Inn permanent supportive housing, 2. Measure P $1,000,000 to operate University Inn as emergency shelter prior to conversion to permanent housing program, 3. Authorize submission to CA Housing and Community Development (HCD) for University Inn permanent supportive housing project, 4. Authorize CM or designee to eneter agreements with HCD, 5. Authorize CM or designee to execute all original or amended documents to effectuate these actions.
9.Warhuus, HHCS –
10.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Salary adjustments Local 1 Senior Behavioral Health Clinician by 0.83%, Mental Health Clinical Supervisor by 4.18%, Mental Health Program Supervisor by 7.33%, Assistant Manager of Mental Health Division by 7.33%, and Manager of Mental Health Division by 1.2% effective 1/14/2023
11.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Salary Range Adjustments increase top step salary of Deputy City Manager classification from $277,840.99 to $291,733.04 and the Employee Relations Manager from $175,026.38 to $180,065.60 effective 1/14/2023
12.Ferris, Parks - Contract $260,312.50 includes $52,062.50 contingency with TERCONS Inc. for Aquatic Park Paddling and Rowing Club Parking Lot Improvements
13.Klein, Planning – Grant Funding $80,000 to CA Energy Commission to integrate Application for SolarAPP+ Integration web software to the Permit Service Center operations
14.Garland, Public Works – Amend Contract #32100192 add $200,000 total $2,375,900 with California Constructores for Sidewalk Repairs FY 2020 Project
15.Garland, Public Works – Contract $10,203,711 with JV Lucas Paving, Inc for Street Rehabilitation FY2023 Project
16.Garland, Public Works – Purchase Order $215,000 for one John Deere 320P Backhoe Loader with Pape Machinery, Inc
17.Garland, Public Works – Purchase Order $496,454 with Nicholas K Corp dba Ford Store San Leandro for eight Ford Interceptor Hybrid Utility Vehicles
18.Art Commission – Referral Response Grant Program $300,000 for retaining and improving creative spaces
19.Arreguin co-sponsors Hahn, Harrison, Robinson – Budget Referral $2,000,000 to augment the post COVID-19 Rental Assistance/Anti-Displacement administered by the Eviction Defense Center
20.Arreguin, co-sponsors Hahn, Wengraf – Relinquishment Council Office Budget funds to co-sponsor Bioneers Conference
21.Hahn, co-sponsors Taplin, Wengraf – Budget Referral $40,000 for speed feedback signs for Arlington Ave.
22.Hahn, co-sponsors Taplin, Wengraf – Budget Referral for $35,000 for Pedestrian Safety Upgrades for Arlington Ave, refresh painted markings
23.Wengraf, co-sponsor Hahn - Relinquishment Council Office Budget funds for 2023 Virtual Holocaust Remembrance Day Program
24.Wengraf & Hahn, co-sponsors Arreguin, Bartlett – Proclamation in Honor of Holocaust Remembrance Day April 16 from 2-3 pm
25.Robinson, co-sponsor Hahn, Harrison, Taplin – Referral to CM for On-Street Secure Bike Storage
AGENDA on ACTION:
26.Garland, Public Works – Implement Residential Residential Preferential Parking (RPP) on 1600 block of Fifth Street
27.Garland, Public Works – Adopt resolution approving Berkeley Transit-First Policy and appointing two members and one alternative to serve on the Inter-Agency Liaison Committee between COB and AC Transit
28.Harrison , co-sponsor Harrison, Taplin– Adopt Ordinance Adding BMC Chapter 2.102 to Establish a Labor Peace Policy Minimizing Labor/Management Conflict in Berkeley Marina Zone
INFORMATION REPORTS:
29.Fiscal Year 2023 Mid-year Budget Update
30.LPO NOD 1581 1581 LeRoy Ave #LMSAP2022-0009
31.LPO NOD 1325 Arch #LMSAP2022-0013
32.LPO NOD 1911 Fourth Street #LMSAP2022-0014
33.2022 Disaster and Fire Safety Work Plan
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LAND USE CALENDAR:
Public Hearings
1262 Francisco (add 40 sq ft and 2nd story balcony) 2/28/2023
469 Kentucky (single family dwelling) 5/23/2023
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage – submitting a new project
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
March 7 - Berkeley Marina Area Specific Plan Canceled
March 14 – Annual Crime Report at 4 pm
March 20 – EXPECTED - BERKELEY MARINA AREA SPECIFIC PLAN
March 21 - Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program at 4 pm, Civic Center Vision Project at 4 pm
April 18 – Hopkins Corridor Plan
May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report 5/16/2023
Unscheduled Presentations:
Climate Action Plan and Resilience Update – regular agenda March 14
City Policies for Managing Parking Around BART Stations – check with Garland ?May
For Online Public Meetings
CLOSED CAPTIONING, SAVE TRANSCRIPT OVERVIEW, DIRECTIONS and ZOOM SUPPORT LINKS:
ZOOM has as part of the program - (for no extra cost) Closed Captioning (CC). It turns computer voice recognition into a transcript. Accuracy of the Closed Captioning is affected by background noise, the volume and clarity of the speaker, lexicons/wordbook and dialect of the speaker. The transcript will not be perfect, but most of the time reading through it the few words that don't fit, can be deciphered, like Shattuck was transcribed as Shadow in one recent transcript.
Here is the link to ZOOM Support for how to set up Closed Captioning for a meeting or webinar:
https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/8158738379917#h_01GHWATNVPW5FR304S2SVGXN2X
Here is the link to ZOOM Support for attendees in how to save Closed Captions:
https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/360060958752-Using-save-captions#h_01F5XW3BGWJAKJFWCHPPZGBD70
March 5 - March 12, 2023
Worth Noting:
City meetings at 2180 Milvia in the Redwood Room (City Council committees) and at 1231 Addison in the BUSD Board Room (City Council and ZAB) are hybrid, in-person and by videoconference. All other city commission and board meetings in city buildings at 2939 Ellis the South Berkeley Senior Center, 2800 Park the Frances Albrier Community Center and Live Oak Park are in-person only.
The Droste proposal to limit Public Comment at City Council meetings was rescheduled from February 28 to the March 14 City Council meeting as the first action item, item-20
The proposals were item-19 in February 28 council meeting agenda which is why these commentaries from Councilmember Kate Harrison, Phil Allen D-1 Resident and the Activist’s Diary from February 26, 2023 list the Droste & Robinson/Wengraf proposals as item 19.
The full Agenda for the March 14 City Council meeting is after the calendar of meetings and after the draft agenda for the March 21 City Council meeting.
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
Links to ZOOM support for activating Closed Captioning and Save Transcript are at the bottom of this calendar.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, March 5, 2023
NORTH BERLELEY BART HOUSING SITE WALK at 2 pm
Meet at the station building to begin the public walk tour.
https://www.northberkeleyhousingpartners.com/
Monday, March 6, 2023
COMMUNITY FOR A CULTURAL CIVIC CENTER (CCCC) at 12 noon
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84774865934?pwd=T1RNOTc2TTNxUnFmTGJpNmNTZmFwUT09
Teleconference: Meeting ID:
AGENDA: General meeting and planning for the March 21 City Council work session on the Civic Center Plan
https://berkeleycccc.org/what-were-about
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/s/1615313815
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 161 531 3815
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 3/21/2023 draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda below at the end of the list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Workssessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review: 8. COVID, 9. Discussion of Potential Changes to City Council Legislative Process, Unscheduled Items: 10. Strengthening and Supporting City Commission: Guidance on Development of Legislative Proposals, 11. Discussion Regarding Design and Strengthening of Policy Committees Process and Structure (Including Budget Referrals),
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
PEACE and JUSTICE COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person Only: 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 4. Public Comment, 6. Commission & Chairperson’s Report, 7. Secretary’s Report, Discussion/Action Items: 8. Reimaging Public safety, 9. Shellmound Issues and possible modification of land acknowledgement, 10. Update Reproductive services and Education Access Survey, 11. Update BUSD on Ethnic Studies, 12. Seating at Berkeley Post Offices
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/peace-and-justice-commission
PERSONNEL BOARD at 7 pm
In-Person Only: at 1301 Shattuck at Live Oak Community Center, Fireside Room
AGENDA: III: Public Comment, V. Request for Extension of Temporary Animal Services Assistant, VI. Recommendation to Create New Classifications of Electrical Supervisor and Communications Supervisor in Public Works, Facilities Division IBEW
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/personnel-board
Tuesday, March 7, 2023 – CANCELED Meeting on the BMASP (Berkeley Marina Area Specific Plan)
Wednesday, March 8, 2023
PARKS, RECREATION and WATERFRONT (PRW) at 7 pm
In-Person Only: 2800 Park St Auditorium
AGENDA: 6. Public comment, 7. Chair’s Report, 8. Director’s Report, 9. Discussion/Action – Potential FY 2023-2023 PRW Capital Projects Reductions, 10. Update Marina BMASP (Berkeley Marina Area Specific Plan), 11. Update: Marina – project grant funding from Sate Coastal Conservancy, 12. Update – Aquatic Park water Quality, 13. Update – aquatic Park Berkeley Commons 600 Addison, 14. Workplan
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/parks-recreation-and-waterfront-commission
POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD at 5:30 pm
In-Person Only: 2939 South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 3. Special comment Public Comment limited to agenda items, 4. Presentation of the Policy Review Board on Proposed BPD Policies 351 (External Fixed Video Surveillance Cameras) and 1304 (Surveillance Use Policy - External Fixed Video Surveillance Cameras). (56 page packet contains the current policies, camera sites, and council approval of purchasing surveillance cameras)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
JOHN HINKEL PARK TREE PLANTING from 8 am – 11 am
At 41 Somerset Place
AGENDA: If joining in the planting wear closed toes shoes and plan to get dirty – city supplies the tools or watch the planting of 40 California native trees – 30 coast live oak and 10 California buckeyes
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/john-hinkel-park-tree-planting
Thursday, March 9, 2023
BUDGET & FINANCE COMMITTEE at 10 am
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1601862854
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 160 186 2854
AGENDA: 2. Friedrichsen, Budget Manager - Unfunded Liability Obligations and Unfunded Needs, 3. Robinson & Arreguin - Approval of the Public East Bay Viability Study.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-budget-finance
ZONING ADJUSTMENTS BOARD at 7 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison, BUSD Board Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83222545623
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 or 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 832 2254 5623
AGENDA: 3. 2600 Benevenue – On Consent – Legalize unpermitted addition and add two ADUs (1723 sq ft) to a 2-story 4,906 sq ft apartment building with 8 dwelling units
4. 612 Cragmont – On Consent – Construct new 2-story (height 33 ft) 2095 sq ft single family dwelling and one-car garage with a roof deck (20 feet) on a 16,550 sq ft vacant lot in Hillside Overlay District (High Fire Hazard Zone)
5. 725-A Gilman – On Consent – establish a winery with tasting room and incidental retail sales of goods under Type 2 ABC license
6. 870 Santa Barbara – On Action – Appeal of Administrative Use Permit – To construct a 6 ft fence on top of a 3-ft retaining wall in Hillside Overlay District (High Fire Hazard Zone)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zoning-adjustments-board
Friday, March 10, 2023 – A Reduced City Service Day
Saturday, March 11, 2023
BERKELEY NEIGHBORHOODS COUNCIL at 10 am
Hybrid:
In-Person: at 1901 Russell, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library
Videoconference:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/4223188307?pwd=dFlNMVlVZ2d6b0FnSHh3ZlFwV2NMdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 8422 318 8307 Passcode: 521161
AGENDA: Not posted, check later in the week
https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/
Sunday, March 12, 2023
Community Climate Healing Gathering at Peoples Park from 12 – 3 pm
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AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
DRAFT AGENDA for March 21 City Council Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/s/1615313815
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 161 531 3815
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.Brown, City Attorney – Resolution Reviewing and Ratifying the Proclamation of Local COVID Emergency
2.Williams-Ridley, City Manager – Designate the Line of Succession for the Director of Emergency Services in the event of an emergency
3.Sprague, Fire - Grant Application: FEMA to expand National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1582/1583 for $840,000 with 10% or $84,000 city matching funds for Wellness, Fitness and Human Performance Program
4.Warhuus, HHCS - Amend Contract #32200156 add $561,917.11 total $1,201,917.11 with Options Recovery Services for Community Response Services and extend to 12/31/2023
5.Warhuus, HHCS - Amend Contract #32200147 add $75,600 total $195,000 with Women’s Daytime Drop-in Center for Community Crisis Response Services and extend to 12/31/2023
6.Warhuus, HHCS - Amend Contract #32300025 add $300,000 total $350,000 with Non-Profit Intelligence Partners for Flexible Funding program services and extend to 6/30/2024
7.Warhuus, HHCS – Revenue Agreements with California Department of Public Health (CDHP) for 1. Total $383,455 for Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention for years FY 2024, 2025, 2026, and 2. Total $487,170 or $162,390 each year for CalFresh Healthy Living Program FFY 2024, 2025, 2026
8.Warhuus, HHCS – Funding Recommendation and Joint Homekey Application for University Inn at 1461 University for 1. Measure P $8,500,000 for University Inn permanent supportive housing, 2. Measure P $1,000,000 to operate University Inn as emergency shelter prior to conversion to permanent housing program, 3. Authorize submission to CA Housing and Community Development (HCD) for University Inn permanent supportive housing project, 4. Authorize CM or designee to eneter agreements with HCD, 5. Authorize CM or designee to execute all original or amended documents to effectuate these actions.
9.Warhuus, HHCS –
10.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Salary adjustments Local 1 Senior Behavioral Health Clinician by 0.83%, Mental Health Clinical Supervisor by 4.18%, Mental Health Program Supervisor by 7.33%, Assistant Manager of Mental Health Division by 7.33%, and Manager of Mental Health Division by 1.2% effective 1/14/2023
11.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Salary Range Adjustments increase top step salary of Deputy City Manager classification from $277,840.99 to $291,733.04 and the Employee Relations Manager fro $175,026.38 to $180,065.60 effective 1/14/2023
12.Ferris, Parks - Contract $260,312.50 includes $52,062.50 contingency with TERCONS Inc. for Aquatic Park Paddling and Rowing Club Parking Lot Improvements
13.Klein, Planning – Grant Funding $80,000 to CA Energy Commission to integrate Application for SolarAPP+ Integration web software to the Permit Service Center operations
14.Garland, Public Works – Amend Contract #32100192 add $200,000 total $2,375,900 with California Constructores for Sidewalk Repairs FY 2020 Project
15.Garland, Public Works – Contract $10,203,711 with JV Lucas Paving, Inc for Street Rehabilitation FY2023 Project
16.Garland, Public Works – Purchase Order $215,000 for one John Deere 320P Backhoe Loader with Pape Machinery, Inc
17.Garland, Public Works – Purchase Order $496,454 with Nicholas K Corp dba Ford Store San Leandro for eight Ford Interceptor Hybrid Utility Vehicles
18.Art Commission – Referral Response Grant Program $300,000 for retaining and improving creative spaces
19.Mental Health Commission – Resolution to Adopt a City-Wide “Care First, Jails Last” Policy
20.Peace and Justice Commission – Referral of two health educator positions to the COB FY 2024 budget process
21.Arreguin co-sponsors Hahn, Harrison, Taplin – Budget Referral $2,000,000 to augment the post COVID-19 Rental Assistance/Anti-Displacement administered by the Eviction Defense Center
22.Arreguin, co-sponsor Wengraf – Relinquishment Council Office Budget funds to co-sponsor Bioneers Conference
23.Hahn, co-sponsor Wengraf – Budget Referral $40,000 for speed feedback signs for Arlington Ave.
24.Hahn, co-sponsor Wengraf – Budget Referral for $35,000 for Pedestrian Safety Upgrades for Arlington Ave, refresh painted markings
25.Wengraf - Relinquishment Council Office Budget funds for 2023 Virtual Holocaust Remembrance Day Program
26.Wengraf – Proclamation in Honor of Holocaust Remembrance Day April 16 from 2-3 pm
AGENDA on ACTION:
27.Garland, Public Works – Implement Residential Residential Preferential Parking (RPP) on 1600 block of Fifth Street
28.Friedrichsen, Budget Manager – Presentation Unfunded Liability Obligations and Unfunded Infrastructure Needs
29.Garland, Public Works – Adopt resolution approving Berkeley Transit-First Policy and appointing two members and one alternative to serve on the Inter-Agency Liaison Committee between COB and AC Transit
30.Taplin & Bartlett – Incentives for Equitable and Affordable Middle Housing refer to CM and Planning Commission to study and return to Council potential amendments to BMC and General Plan (Middle Housing is duplexes, triplexes and quadplexes ) – this adds ADUs
31.Harrison , co-sponsor Harrison, Taplin– Adopt Ordinance Adding BMC Chapter 2.102 to Establish a Labor Peace Policy Minimizing Labor/Management Conflict in Berkeley Marina Zone
32.Robinson, co-sponsor Hahn, Harrison, Taplin – Referral to CM for On-Street Secure Bike Storage
INFORMATION REPORTS:
33.Fiscal Year 2023 Mid-year Budget Update
34.LPO NOD 1581 1581 LeRoy Ave #LMSAP2022-0009
35.LPO NOD 1325 Arch #LMSAP2022-0013
36.LPO NOD 1911 Fourth Street #LMSAP2022-0014
37.2022 Disaster and Fire Safety Work Plan
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March 14, 2023 Agenda for CITY COUNCIL Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1600955724
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 160 095 5724
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.Arreguin – 2nd reading – Amendments to COVID-19 Emergency Response Ordinance, Suspend the application of the ordinance to commercial property, permit lawful owner move-in evictions, and establish a Transition Period during which time specified evictions would be prohibited
2.Harrison – 2nd reading - Modifies Environment and Climate Commission membership to add two youth members appointed by council in addition to commissioners appointed by each councilmember and mayor.
3.Oyekanmi, Finance - Formal Bid Solicitations $2,802,400 (Mobile Wellness Services for individuals who are unhoused and living in area encampments).
4.Sprague, Fire – Contract $400,000 with KLD Engineering, P.C. for Evacuation and Response Time Modeling from 4/1/2023 to 6/30/2024 with option to renew for $100,000 for additional 2 years
5.Warhuus, HHCS – Contract $350,000 with GoGo Technologies Inc for Transportation Services for Seniors and Disabled from 4/1/2023 to 6/30/2026 for 24/7 call center to arrange rides with Uber and Lyft for customers of the Aging Services Division’s Berkeley Rides for Seniors and Disabled
6.Warhuus, HHCS – Contract $128,315 with mySidewalk, Inc for HHCS Web-Based Population Health Data Platform 3/15/2023 to 3/14/2026
7.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Amend Contract 32000225 add $149,000 total $349,000 and extend 6/30/2024 with Its Personnel Consulting for Recruitment, Hiring, and Independent Workplace Investigation
8.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Amend Contract 32100046 add $139,000 total $189,000 with HR Acuity, LLC for Case Management and Employee Relations Software
9.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Purchase Order $150,000 with Glassdoor to Provide Search Engine Optimization (SEO) and Ad Work from4/1/2023 to 3/31/2025
10.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Purchase Order $150,000 with Indeed to Provide Search Engine Optimization (SEO) and Ad Work from4/1/2023 to 3/31/2025
11.Fong, IT – Amend Contract 31900187 add $106,000 total $278,000 with LV.NET (formerly Towerstream) for Secondary Internet for Redundancy and Load Balancing from 10/3/2017 to 6/30/2024
12.Arreguin co-sponsors Hahn, Harrison, Wengraf – Opposition to Initiative #1935 deceptively named “Taxpayer Protection and Government Accountability Act”
13.Arreguin, co-sponsor Robinson, Hahn – Resolution Support SB 50 – would allow Berkeley to move forward with BerkDOT program for a Berkeley Department of Transportation instead of police to enforce vehicle or bike low-level infractions (traffic stops and enforcement)
14.Arreguin, co-sponsors Hahn, Harrison, Wengraf – Support SB 252 State Divestment from Fossil Fuels
15.Taplin, co-sponsors Harrison, Robinson – Budget Referral Vision 2050 Complete Streets Parcel Tax Community Engagement and Program Plan refer $400,000 to June 2023 mid-year budget update to conduct community engagement, public information campaign and program plan development and climate resilient infrastructure
16.Taplin co-sponsors Robinson – Support Unionization Efforts by Urban Ore Workers under representation by the IWW Union 670
17.Taplin, co-sponsor - Robinson - Support for SB 58 Controlled Substances, decriminalization
18.Robinson, co-sponsor Arreguin, Hahn, Harrison – Support SB 466 reforming Costa-Hawkins Rental Housing Act
19.Robinson, co-sponsor Hahn – Support H.R. 852 Investing in Safer Traffic Stops Act
AGENDA on ACTION:
20.Droste – REFORMS TO PUBLIC COMMENT PROCEDURES AT MEETINGS OF THE BERKELEY CITY COUNCIL – LIMITS PUBLIC COMMENT TO ONCE FOR THE AGENDA ON CONSENT AND ONCE FOR THE ENTIRE AGENDA ON ACTION with three exceptions: hearings, appeals and quasi-judicial (court like) proceedings. After all the council votes have been taken, all decisions made, the public would have a 3rd opportunity to speak before the council adjourns.
21.Sprague, Fire - Ambulance User Fee Increase
22.Fair Campaign Practices Commission – Cost of Living Adjustment for $250 campaign contribution limit increase by nearest $10 in every odd-numbered year
23.Klein, Planning – Climate Action Plan and Resilience Update
24.Hollander, Economic Development – Berkeley Economic Dashboards Update – move to action
25.Droste – Bureaucratic Effectiveness and Referral Improvement and Prioritization Effort (BE RIPE) limits submission of legislation to 1 item per year per council member and 2 items per year for the mayor
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LAND USE CALENDAR:
Public Hearings
1262 Francisco (add 40 sq ft and 2nd story balcony) 2/28/2023
469 Kentucky (single family dwelling) 5/23/2023
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage – submitting a new project
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
March 7 - Berkeley Marina Area Specific Plan Canceled
March 14 – Annual Crime Report at 4 pm
March 21 - Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program at 4 pm, Civic Center Vision Project at 4 pm
April 18 – Hopkins Corridor Plan
May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report 5/16/2023
Unscheduled Presentations:
Climate Action Plan and Resilience Update – regular agenda March 14
City Policies for Managing Parking Around BART Stations – check with Garland ?May
For Online Public Meetings
CLOSED CAPTIONING, SAVE TRANSCRIPT OVERVIEW, DIRECTIONS and ZOOM SUPPORT LINKS:
ZOOM has as part of the program - (for no extra cost) Closed Captioning (CC). It turns computer voice recognition into a transcript. Accuracy of the Closed Captioning is affected by background noise, the volume and clarity of the speaker, lexicons/wordbook and dialect of the speaker. The transcript will not be perfect, but most of the time reading through it the few words that don't fit, can be deciphered, like Shattuck was transcribed as Shadow in one recent transcript.
Here is the link to ZOOM Support for how to set up Closed Captioning for a meeting or webinar:
https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/8158738379917#h_01GHWATNVPW5FR304S2SVGXN2X
Here is the link to ZOOM Support for attendees in how to save Closed Captions:
https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/360060958752-Using-save-captions#h_01F5XW3BGWJAKJFWCHPPZGBD70
Worth Noting:
City meetings at 2180 Milvia in the Redwood Room (City Council committees) and at 1231 Addison in the BUSD Board Room (City Council and ZAB) are hybrid, in-person and by videoconference. All other city commission and board meetings in city buildings at 2939 Ellis the South Berkeley Senior Center, 2800 Park the Frances Albrier Community Center and Live Oak Park are in-person only.
- SUNDAY: At 2 pm is the North Berkeley BART Housing Site Walk
- MONDAY: At 12 noon the Community for a Cultural Civic Center (CCCC) meets via ZOOM. At 2:30 pm the Agenda and Rules Committee meets on a hybrid format on the draft agenda for the March 21 regular City Council meeting. The Peace and Justice Commission and the Personnel Board meet in person at 7 pm.
- TUESDAY: CANCELED - The planned Council worksession on BMASP (Berkeley Marina Area Specific Plan) has been canceled.
- WEDNESDAY: From 8 – 11 am is the planting of 40 native California trees. At 5:30 pm the Police Accountability Board (PAB) holds an in-person special meeting on fixed camera surveillance policies. At 7 pm the Parks, Recreation and Waterfront Commission meets at 7 pm with a full agenda on the marina, capital projects, aquatic park and grants.
- THURSDAY: At 10 am the Budget Committee meets in a hybrid format. At 7 pm ZAB meets in a hybrid format. Two projects are in the Hillside Overlay, the high fire hazard area. The Hayward Fault runs through the Berkeley Hills and many areas of the hills are mapped as hillside slide areas.
- SATURDAY: At 10 am the Berkeley Neighborhoods Council (BNC) meets for the first time in a hybrid format. The agenda is not posted yet. BNC meetings are always full and worth attending.
- SUNDAY: At noon there is a special gathering at Peoples Park
The Droste proposal to limit Public Comment at City Council meetings was rescheduled from February 28 to the March 14 City Council meeting as the first action item, item-20
The proposals were item-19 in February 28 council meeting agenda which is why these commentaries from Councilmember Kate Harrison, Phil Allen D-1 Resident and the Activist’s Diary from February 26, 2023 list the Droste & Robinson/Wengraf proposals as item 19.
- https://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com/issue/2023-02-26/article/50192?headline=Say-No-to-Undemocratic-Council-Proposal-to-Limit-Your-Right-to-Public-Comment--Kate-Harrison-Berkeley-City-Council-District-4
- https://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com/issue/2023-02-26/article/50199?headline=No-on-Item-19--Phil-Allen-D-1-resident
- https://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com/issue/2023-02-26/article/50200?headline=A-BERKELEY-ACTIVIST-S-DIARY-Week-Ending-2-26--Kelly-Hammargren
The full Agenda for the March 14 City Council meeting is after the calendar of meetings and after the draft agenda for the March 21 City Council meeting.
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
Links to ZOOM support for activating Closed Captioning and Save Transcript are at the bottom of this calendar.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, March 5, 2023
NORTH BERLELEY BART HOUSING SITE WALK at 2 pm
Meet at the station building to begin the public walk tour.
https://www.northberkeleyhousingpartners.com/
Monday, March 6, 2023
COMMUNITY FOR A CULTURAL CIVIC CENTER (CCCC) at 12 noon
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84774865934?pwd=T1RNOTc2TTNxUnFmTGJpNmNTZmFwUT09
Teleconference: Meeting ID:
AGENDA: General meeting and planning for the March 21 City Council work session on the Civic Center Plan
https://berkeleycccc.org/what-were-about
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/s/1615313815
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 161 531 3815
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 3/21/2023 draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda below at the end of the list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Workssessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review: 8. COVID, 9. Discussion of Potential Changes to City Council Legislative Process, Unscheduled Items: 10. Strengthening and Supporting City Commission: Guidance on Development of Legislative Proposals, 11. Discussion Regarding Design and Strengthening of Policy Committees Process and Structure (Including Budget Referrals),
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
PEACE and JUSTICE COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person Only: 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 4. Public Comment, 6. Commission & Chairperson’s Report, 7. Secretary’s Report, Discussion/Action Items: 8. Reimaging Public safety, 9. Shellmound Issues and possible modification of land acknowledgement, 10. Update Reproductive services and Education Access Survey, 11. Update BUSD on Ethnic Studies, 12. Seating at Berkeley Post Offices
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/peace-and-justice-commission
PERSONNEL BOARD at 7 pm
In-Person Only: at 1301 Shattuck at Live Oak Community Center, Fireside Room
AGENDA: III: Public Comment, V. Request for Extension of Temporary Animal Services Assistant, VI. Recommendation to Create New Classifications of Electrical Supervisor and Communications Supervisor in Public Works, Facilities Division IBEW
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/personnel-board
Tuesday, March 7, 2023 – CANCELED Meeting on the BMASP (Berkeley Marina Area Specific Plan)
Wednesday, March 8, 2023
PARKS, RECREATION and WATERFRONT (PRW) at 7 pm
In-Person Only: 2800 Park St Auditorium
AGENDA: 6. Public comment, 7. Chair’s Report, 8. Director’s Report, 9. Discussion/Action – Potential FY 2023-2023 PRW Capital Projects Reductions, 10. Update Marina BMASP (Berkeley Marina Area Specific Plan), 11. Update: Marina – project grant funding from Sate Coastal Conservancy, 12. Update – Aquatic Park water Quality, 13. Update – aquatic Park Berkeley Commons 600 Addison, 14. Workplan
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/parks-recreation-and-waterfront-commission
POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD at 5:30 pm
In-Person Only: 2939 South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 3. Special comment Public Comment limited to agenda items, 4. Presentation of the Policy Review Board on Proposed BPD Policies 351 (External Fixed Video Surveillance Cameras) and 1304 (Surveillance Use Policy - External Fixed Video Surveillance Cameras). (56 page packet contains the current policies, camera sites, and council approval of purchasing surveillance cameras)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
JOHN HINKEL PARK TREE PLANTING from 8 am – 11 am
At 41 Somerset Place
AGENDA: If joining in the planting wear closed toes shoes and plan to get dirty – city supplies the tools or watch the planting of 40 California native trees – 30 coast live oak and 10 California buckeyes
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/john-hinkel-park-tree-planting
Thursday, March 9, 2023
BUDGET & FINANCE COMMITTEE at 10 am
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1601862854
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 160 186 2854
AGENDA: 2. Friedrichsen, Budget Manager - Unfunded Liability Obligations and Unfunded Needs, 3. Robinson & Arreguin - Approval of the Public East Bay Viability Study.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-budget-finance
ZONING ADJUSTMENTS BOARD at 7 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison, BUSD Board Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83222545623
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 or 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 832 2254 5623
AGENDA: 3. 2600 Benevenue – On Consent – Legalize unpermitted addition and add two ADUs (1723 sq ft) to a 2-story 4,906 sq ft apartment building with 8 dwelling units
4. 612 Cragmont – On Consent – Construct new 2-story (height 33 ft) 2095 sq ft single family dwelling and one-car garage with a roof deck (20 feet) on a 16,550 sq ft vacant lot in Hillside Overlay District (High Fire Hazard Zone)
5. 725-A Gilman – On Consent – establish a winery with tasting room and incidental retail sales of goods under Type 2 ABC license
6. 870 Santa Barbara – On Action – Appeal of Administrative Use Permit – To construct a 6 ft fence on top of a 3-ft retaining wall in Hillside Overlay District (High Fire Hazard Zone)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zoning-adjustments-board
Friday, March 10, 2023 – A Reduced City Service Day
Saturday, March 11, 2023
BERKELEY NEIGHBORHOODS COUNCIL at 10 am
Hybrid:
In-Person: at 1901 Russell, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library
Videoconference:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/4223188307?pwd=dFlNMVlVZ2d6b0FnSHh3ZlFwV2NMdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 8422 318 8307 Passcode: 521161
AGENDA: Not posted, check later in the week
https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/
Sunday, March 12, 2023
Community Climate Healing Gathering at Peoples Park from 12 – 3 pm
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AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
DRAFT AGENDA for March 21 City Council Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/s/1615313815
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 161 531 3815
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.Brown, City Attorney – Resolution Reviewing and Ratifying the Proclamation of Local COVID Emergency
2.Williams-Ridley, City Manager – Designate the Line of Succession for the Director of Emergency Services in the event of an emergency
3.Sprague, Fire - Grant Application: FEMA to expand National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1582/1583 for $840,000 with 10% or $84,000 city matching funds for Wellness, Fitness and Human Performance Program
4.Warhuus, HHCS - Amend Contract #32200156 add $561,917.11 total $1,201,917.11 with Options Recovery Services for Community Response Services and extend to 12/31/2023
5.Warhuus, HHCS - Amend Contract #32200147 add $75,600 total $195,000 with Women’s Daytime Drop-in Center for Community Crisis Response Services and extend to 12/31/2023
6.Warhuus, HHCS - Amend Contract #32300025 add $300,000 total $350,000 with Non-Profit Intelligence Partners for Flexible Funding program services and extend to 6/30/2024
7.Warhuus, HHCS – Revenue Agreements with California Department of Public Health (CDHP) for 1. Total $383,455 for Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention for years FY 2024, 2025, 2026, and 2. Total $487,170 or $162,390 each year for CalFresh Healthy Living Program FFY 2024, 2025, 2026
8.Warhuus, HHCS – Funding Recommendation and Joint Homekey Application for University Inn at 1461 University for 1. Measure P $8,500,000 for University Inn permanent supportive housing, 2. Measure P $1,000,000 to operate University Inn as emergency shelter prior to conversion to permanent housing program, 3. Authorize submission to CA Housing and Community Development (HCD) for University Inn permanent supportive housing project, 4. Authorize CM or designee to eneter agreements with HCD, 5. Authorize CM or designee to execute all original or amended documents to effectuate these actions.
9.Warhuus, HHCS –
10.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Salary adjustments Local 1 Senior Behavioral Health Clinician by 0.83%, Mental Health Clinical Supervisor by 4.18%, Mental Health Program Supervisor by 7.33%, Assistant Manager of Mental Health Division by 7.33%, and Manager of Mental Health Division by 1.2% effective 1/14/2023
11.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Salary Range Adjustments increase top step salary of Deputy City Manager classification from $277,840.99 to $291,733.04 and the Employee Relations Manager fro $175,026.38 to $180,065.60 effective 1/14/2023
12.Ferris, Parks - Contract $260,312.50 includes $52,062.50 contingency with TERCONS Inc. for Aquatic Park Paddling and Rowing Club Parking Lot Improvements
13.Klein, Planning – Grant Funding $80,000 to CA Energy Commission to integrate Application for SolarAPP+ Integration web software to the Permit Service Center operations
14.Garland, Public Works – Amend Contract #32100192 add $200,000 total $2,375,900 with California Constructores for Sidewalk Repairs FY 2020 Project
15.Garland, Public Works – Contract $10,203,711 with JV Lucas Paving, Inc for Street Rehabilitation FY2023 Project
16.Garland, Public Works – Purchase Order $215,000 for one John Deere 320P Backhoe Loader with Pape Machinery, Inc
17.Garland, Public Works – Purchase Order $496,454 with Nicholas K Corp dba Ford Store San Leandro for eight Ford Interceptor Hybrid Utility Vehicles
18.Art Commission – Referral Response Grant Program $300,000 for retaining and improving creative spaces
19.Mental Health Commission – Resolution to Adopt a City-Wide “Care First, Jails Last” Policy
20.Peace and Justice Commission – Referral of two health educator positions to the COB FY 2024 budget process
21.Arreguin co-sponsors Hahn, Harrison, Taplin – Budget Referral $2,000,000 to augment the post COVID-19 Rental Assistance/Anti-Displacement administered by the Eviction Defense Center
22.Arreguin, co-sponsor Wengraf – Relinquishment Council Office Budget funds to co-sponsor Bioneers Conference
23.Hahn, co-sponsor Wengraf – Budget Referral $40,000 for speed feedback signs for Arlington Ave.
24.Hahn, co-sponsor Wengraf – Budget Referral for $35,000 for Pedestrian Safety Upgrades for Arlington Ave, refresh painted markings
25.Wengraf - Relinquishment Council Office Budget funds for 2023 Virtual Holocaust Remembrance Day Program
26.Wengraf – Proclamation in Honor of Holocaust Remembrance Day April 16 from 2-3 pm
AGENDA on ACTION:
27.Garland, Public Works – Implement Residential Residential Preferential Parking (RPP) on 1600 block of Fifth Street
28.Friedrichsen, Budget Manager – Presentation Unfunded Liability Obligations and Unfunded Infrastructure Needs
29.Garland, Public Works – Adopt resolution approving Berkeley Transit-First Policy and appointing two members and one alternative to serve on the Inter-Agency Liaison Committee between COB and AC Transit
30.Taplin & Bartlett – Incentives for Equitable and Affordable Middle Housing refer to CM and Planning Commission to study and return to Council potential amendments to BMC and General Plan (Middle Housing is duplexes, triplexes and quadplexes ) – this adds ADUs
31.Harrison , co-sponsor Harrison, Taplin– Adopt Ordinance Adding BMC Chapter 2.102 to Establish a Labor Peace Policy Minimizing Labor/Management Conflict in Berkeley Marina Zone
32.Robinson, co-sponsor Hahn, Harrison, Taplin – Referral to CM for On-Street Secure Bike Storage
INFORMATION REPORTS:
33.Fiscal Year 2023 Mid-year Budget Update
34.LPO NOD 1581 1581 LeRoy Ave #LMSAP2022-0009
35.LPO NOD 1325 Arch #LMSAP2022-0013
36.LPO NOD 1911 Fourth Street #LMSAP2022-0014
37.2022 Disaster and Fire Safety Work Plan
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March 14, 2023 Agenda for CITY COUNCIL Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1600955724
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 160 095 5724
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.Arreguin – 2nd reading – Amendments to COVID-19 Emergency Response Ordinance, Suspend the application of the ordinance to commercial property, permit lawful owner move-in evictions, and establish a Transition Period during which time specified evictions would be prohibited
2.Harrison – 2nd reading - Modifies Environment and Climate Commission membership to add two youth members appointed by council in addition to commissioners appointed by each councilmember and mayor.
3.Oyekanmi, Finance - Formal Bid Solicitations $2,802,400 (Mobile Wellness Services for individuals who are unhoused and living in area encampments).
4.Sprague, Fire – Contract $400,000 with KLD Engineering, P.C. for Evacuation and Response Time Modeling from 4/1/2023 to 6/30/2024 with option to renew for $100,000 for additional 2 years
5.Warhuus, HHCS – Contract $350,000 with GoGo Technologies Inc for Transportation Services for Seniors and Disabled from 4/1/2023 to 6/30/2026 for 24/7 call center to arrange rides with Uber and Lyft for customers of the Aging Services Division’s Berkeley Rides for Seniors and Disabled
6.Warhuus, HHCS – Contract $128,315 with mySidewalk, Inc for HHCS Web-Based Population Health Data Platform 3/15/2023 to 3/14/2026
7.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Amend Contract 32000225 add $149,000 total $349,000 and extend 6/30/2024 with Its Personnel Consulting for Recruitment, Hiring, and Independent Workplace Investigation
8.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Amend Contract 32100046 add $139,000 total $189,000 with HR Acuity, LLC for Case Management and Employee Relations Software
9.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Purchase Order $150,000 with Glassdoor to Provide Search Engine Optimization (SEO) and Ad Work from4/1/2023 to 3/31/2025
10.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Purchase Order $150,000 with Indeed to Provide Search Engine Optimization (SEO) and Ad Work from4/1/2023 to 3/31/2025
11.Fong, IT – Amend Contract 31900187 add $106,000 total $278,000 with LV.NET (formerly Towerstream) for Secondary Internet for Redundancy and Load Balancing from 10/3/2017 to 6/30/2024
12.Arreguin co-sponsors Hahn, Harrison, Wengraf – Opposition to Initiative #1935 deceptively named “Taxpayer Protection and Government Accountability Act”
13.Arreguin, co-sponsor Robinson, Hahn – Resolution Support SB 50 – would allow Berkeley to move forward with BerkDOT program for a Berkeley Department of Transportation instead of police to enforce vehicle or bike low-level infractions (traffic stops and enforcement)
14.Arreguin, co-sponsors Hahn, Harrison, Wengraf – Support SB 252 State Divestment from Fossil Fuels
15.Taplin, co-sponsors Harrison, Robinson – Budget Referral Vision 2050 Complete Streets Parcel Tax Community Engagement and Program Plan refer $400,000 to June 2023 mid-year budget update to conduct community engagement, public information campaign and program plan development and climate resilient infrastructure
16.Taplin co-sponsors Robinson – Support Unionization Efforts by Urban Ore Workers under representation by the IWW Union 670
17.Taplin, co-sponsor - Robinson - Support for SB 58 Controlled Substances, decriminalization
18.Robinson, co-sponsor Arreguin, Hahn, Harrison – Support SB 466 reforming Costa-Hawkins Rental Housing Act
19.Robinson, co-sponsor Hahn – Support H.R. 852 Investing in Safer Traffic Stops Act
AGENDA on ACTION:
20.Droste – REFORMS TO PUBLIC COMMENT PROCEDURES AT MEETINGS OF THE BERKELEY CITY COUNCIL – LIMITS PUBLIC COMMENT TO ONCE FOR THE AGENDA ON CONSENT AND ONCE FOR THE ENTIRE AGENDA ON ACTION with three exceptions: hearings, appeals and quasi-judicial (court like) proceedings. After all the council votes have been taken, all decisions made, the public would have a 3rd opportunity to speak before the council adjourns.
21.Sprague, Fire - Ambulance User Fee Increase
22.Fair Campaign Practices Commission – Cost of Living Adjustment for $250 campaign contribution limit increase by nearest $10 in every odd-numbered year
23.Klein, Planning – Climate Action Plan and Resilience Update
24.Hollander, Economic Development – Berkeley Economic Dashboards Update – move to action
25.Droste – Bureaucratic Effectiveness and Referral Improvement and Prioritization Effort (BE RIPE) limits submission of legislation to 1 item per year per council member and 2 items per year for the mayor
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LAND USE CALENDAR:
Public Hearings
1262 Francisco (add 40 sq ft and 2nd story balcony) 2/28/2023
469 Kentucky (single family dwelling) 5/23/2023
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage – submitting a new project
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
March 7 - Berkeley Marina Area Specific Plan Canceled
March 14 – Annual Crime Report at 4 pm
March 21 - Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program at 4 pm, Civic Center Vision Project at 4 pm
April 18 – Hopkins Corridor Plan
May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report 5/16/2023
Unscheduled Presentations:
Climate Action Plan and Resilience Update – regular agenda March 14
City Policies for Managing Parking Around BART Stations – check with Garland ?May
For Online Public Meetings
CLOSED CAPTIONING, SAVE TRANSCRIPT OVERVIEW, DIRECTIONS and ZOOM SUPPORT LINKS:
ZOOM has as part of the program - (for no extra cost) Closed Captioning (CC). It turns computer voice recognition into a transcript. Accuracy of the Closed Captioning is affected by background noise, the volume and clarity of the speaker, lexicons/wordbook and dialect of the speaker. The transcript will not be perfect, but most of the time reading through it the few words that don't fit, can be deciphered, like Shattuck was transcribed as Shadow in one recent transcript.
Here is the link to ZOOM Support for how to set up Closed Captioning for a meeting or webinar:
https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/8158738379917#h_01GHWATNVPW5FR304S2SVGXN2X
Here is the link to ZOOM Support for attendees in how to save Closed Captions:
https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/360060958752-Using-save-captions#h_01F5XW3BGWJAKJFWCHPPZGBD70
February 26 - March 5, 2023
Worth Noting:
Plan Ahead: City Commissions return to in-person only attendance on March 1, 2023. Check calendar post when planning to attend city meetings for location and if online option is available.
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
Directions with links to ZOOM support for activating Closed Captioning and Save Transcript are at the bottom of this calendar.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, February 26, 2023 - The North Berkeley BART site walk is rescheduled to March 5
Monday, February 27, 2023
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1603320255
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 160 332 0255
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 3/14/2023 draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda after list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Workssessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review: 8. COVID, 9. Discussion of Potential Changes to City Council Legislative Process, Unscheduled Items: 10. Discussion Regarding Design and Strengthening of Policy Committees, 11. Supporting Commissions, Guidance on Legislative Proposals.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
CITY COUNCIL Closed Session at 4:30 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1616821086
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 161 682 1086
AGENDA: 1. Pending litigation a. Cantin v. City of Berkeley Alameda Co Superior Cout #22CV009096, b. Government Claim of Gregory H. McCormick, 2. Conference with City property negotiators for 1619 University (Campus Motel), 3. Conference with labor negotiators related to Berkeley Fire Fighters Assoc. Local 1227.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CITY COUNCIL Special Session at 6:30 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1600096551
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 160 009 6551
AGENDA: 1. Extends the Covered Period of the COVID-19 Emergency Response for 60 days beyond the expiration of the local emergency, 2. Amends COVID-19 Emergency Response Ordinance related to evictions establishing a transition period.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
SPEAKING UP for POINT MOLATE FROM 6 – 7 PM
Videoconference: https://sierraclub.zoom.us/j/99891619534
AGENDA: Celina Hernandez, Senior Engineering Geologist at SF Bay Regional water Quality Control Board presents: How to Use GeoTracker – GeoTracker is the Water Board’s data management system for sites that require groundwater cleanup and for permitted facilities that could impact groundwater.
SIERRA CLUB CONSERVATION COMMITTEE at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/94074312465?pwd=SFphVkFQVDAxb2hHazdieklnM3ZSdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 940 7431 2465 Password: 778447
AGENDA: 4. Berkeley (Expected to start around 7:45 pm) Aquatic Park is first item for Berkeley followed with the Berkeley Bird Safe Ordinance that is before the Planning Commission on Wednesday.
https://act.sierraclub.org/events/details?formcampaignid=7013q000002GupAAAS&mapLinkHref=
Tuesday, February 28, 2023
CITY COUNCIL Special Session at 4 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison, School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1610465939
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 161 046 5939
AGENDA: 1. Five Year Zero Waste Schedule, the current fee for the smaller solid waste containers do not cover the cost with proposed increases starting at per month $6 for 20-gallon and 32 gallon and $5.25 for 45 gallon, the chart of rate increases is on page 4 of the HTML packet
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison, School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1610465939
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 161 046 5939
AGENDA: Use the link and choose the html option (at website) or see the agenda as listed at the end of the calendar.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
ZERO WASTE COMMISSION at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/s/82587046286
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 825 8704 6286
AGENDA: 6. Staff Updates on Rate Schedule, progress on Zero Waste Strategic Plan, SB 1383 Implementation, SUDs Ordinance Enforcement, Discussion and Action Items: 1. Woolsey Garden Presentation, Lithium Ion Battery Discussion, 3. Compost Kitchen Pails & Batteries, 3. Officer Elections, 4. Update on Rates,
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zero-waste-commission
Wednesday, March 1, 2023
BOARD OF LIBRARY TRUSTEES (BOLT) at 6:30 pm
Central Library, Teen Room 1st Floor
AGENDA: III.A. Recruitment process to fill BOLT vacancy
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
HOMELESS SERVICES PANEL of EXPERTS at 7 pm
1301 Shattuck, Live Oak Recreation Center, Fireside Room
AGENDA: 6. Staff Update Here/There Closure, Emergency Resolution Grant Funding, 7. Chair Report, 8. Mission and goals, 9. Report on Council Budget meetings, 11. Homeless Services and inclement weather
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/homeless-services-panel-experts
PLANNING COMMISSION at 7 pm
2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 10. Elections of Chair and Vice-Chair, 11. Public Hearing Bird Safe Ordinance, 12. Discussion Pacific Steel Casting Zoning and General Plan
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/planning-commission
OHLONE PARK IMPROVEMENTS COMMUNITY MEETING from 6:30 – 8 pm
Videoconference: See the flyer or webpage for link to register for meeting https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/documents/Ohlone%20Park%20Restroom%20Lighting%20Community%20Meeting%203-1-23_0.pdf
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 844 2930 2020 Passcode: 130415
AGENDA: Restroom and Lighting improvements at Ohlone Park
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/ohlone-park-improvements-community-meeting
Thursday, March 2, 2023
FACILITIES, INFRASTRUCTURE, TRANSPORTATION, ENVIRONMENT & SUSTAINABILITY (FITES) at 1 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1611429430
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 161 142 9430
AGENDA: 2. Harrison, co-sponsors Bartlett, Hahn – Adopt Ordinance adding new chapter BMC 12.01 Establishing Emergency Greenhous Gas Limits, Process for Updated Climate action Plan, Monitoring, Evaluation, Reporting and Regional Cooperation, 3. Garland – Audit Status Report Fleet Replacement and Berkeley Streets, 4. Taplin – 51 Bus Rapid Transit 1. Refer to City Manager the development of implementation and community engagement plan to install Bus Rapid Transit with Dedicated bus lanes, transit signal priority, elevated platforms from Sixth St to Shattuck and along Shattuck from University to Durant, 2. Refer $300,000 FY 24-25 to conduct Complete Street Corridor Study along University from 6th St to Oxford, 3. Refer $300,000 FY 24-25 to conduct Complete Street Corridor Study along Shattuck from Virginia to Woolsey, 4. Refer FYx$X to install quick-build bus station improvements along the 51b route, 5. Initiate consultation with AC Transit and UC Berkeley Bear Transit as soon as possible. (Accompanying materials pages 33 – 110 in packet).
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-facilities-infrastructure-transportation-environment-sustainability
HOUSING ADVISORY COMMISSION (HAC) at 7 pm
2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 7. Recommend HOME-ARP substantial amendment for Council approval (HUD requires a HOME-ARP allocation plan before allocating the $2,735,696 grant – deadline to submit 3/21/2023, failure to submit causes loss of funds), 8. Discussion and Possible action Fair Access and Transparency in Residential Application Process.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/housing-advisory-commission
LANDMARKS PRESERVATION COMMISSION (LPC) at 7 pm
2800 Park Street, San Pablo Park, Frances Albrier Community Center
AGENDA: 6. 1919 Addison – Structural Alteration Permit, 7. 1960 San Antonio Ave – Structural Alteration Permit, 8. 2800 Telegraph – Demolition Referral
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/landmarks-preservation-commission
Water Emergency Transportation Authority (WETA) at 1 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 425 Market 26th Floor, San Francisco
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89718217408
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 897 1821 7408 Password: 33779
AGENDA: 6. Reports of Staff, b. Financials, c.&d. Legislative updates, e. Ridership chart on page 23 of packet (ridership is dropping), 9. Fare Program,
https://weta.sanfranciscobayferry.com/next-board-meeting
Living New Deal presents: Transforming the Nation’s Food System at 4 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/`85483883419
AGENDA: Lessons from the New Deal and Strategies for Today, Roundtable discussion on reform of the nation’s food system and lessons from FDR’s New Deal
https://livingnewdeal.org/webinars/
Friday, March 3, 2023 – No city meetings listed
Saturday, March 4, 2023 – No city meetings listed
Sunday, March 5, 2023
NORTH BERLELEY BART HOUSING SITE WALK at 2 pm
Meet at the station building to begin the public walk tour.
https://www.northberkeleyhousingpartners.com/
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AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Draft Agenda for March 14 City Council Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1603320255
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 160 332 0255
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.Oyekanmi, Finance - Formal Bid Solicitations $2,802,400
2.Sprague, Fire – Contract $400,000 with KLD Engineering, P.C. for Evacuation and Response Time Modeling from 4/1/2023 to 6/30/2024 with option to renew for $100,000 for additional 2 years
3.Warhuus, HHCS – Contract $350,000 with GoGo Technologies Inc for Transportation Services for Seniors and Disabled from 4/1/2023 to 6/30/2026 for 24/7 call center to arrange rides with Uber and Lyft for customers of the Aging Services Division’s Berkeley Rides for Seniors and Disabled
4.Warhuus, HHCS – Contract $128,315 with mySidewalk, Inc for HHCS Web-Based Population Health Data Platform 3/15/2023 to 3/14/2026
5.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Amend Contract 32000225 add $149,000 total $349,000 and extend 6/30/2024 with Its Personnel Consulting for Recruitment, Hiring, and Independent Workplace Investigation
6.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Amend Contract 32100046 add $139,000 total $189,000 with HR Acuity, LLC for Case Management and Employee Relations Software
7.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Purchase Order $150,000 with Glassdoor to Provide Search Engine Optimization (SEO) and Ad Work from4/1/2023 to 3/31/2025
8.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Purchase Order $150,000 with Indeed to Provide Search Engine Optimization (SEO) and Ad Work from4/1/2023 to 3/31/2025
9.Fong, IT – Amend Contract 31900187 add $106,000 total $278,000 with LV.NET (formerly Towerstream) for Secondary Internet for Redundancy and Load Balancing from 10/3/2017 to 6/30/2024
10.Arreguin co-sponsors Hahn, Wengraf – Opposition to Initiative #1935 deceptively named “Taxpayer Protection and Government Accountability Act”
11.Arreguin, co-sponsor Robinson, Hahn – Resolution Support SB 50 – would allow Berkeley to move forward with BerkDOT program for a Berkeley Department of Transportation instead of police to enforce vehicle or bike low-level infractions (traffic stops and enforcement)
12.Arreguin, co-sponsors Hahn, Harrison, Wengraf – Support SB 252 State Divestment from Fossil Fuels
13.Kesarwani, co-sponsors – Budget referral Addition Street Maintenance Funding to Improve Payment Condition, Saving Tax Dollars add $4.7 million total $20 million FY 2024-25 – to FITES
14.Taplin, Harrison, Robinson – Budget Referral Vision 2050 Complete Streets Parcel Tax Community Engagement and Program Plan refer $400,000 to June 2023 mid-year budget update to conduct community engagement, public information campaign and program plan development and climate resilient infrastructure
15.Taplin Robinson – Support Unionization Efforts by Urban Ore Workers under representation by the IWW Union 670
16.Taplin, co-sponsor - Robinson Support for SB 58 Controlled Substances, decriminalization
17.Robinson, co-sponsor Arreguin, Hahn – Support SB 466 reforming Costa-Hawkins Rental Housing Act
18.Robinson, co-sponsor Hahn – Support H.R. 852 Investing in Safer Traffic Stops Act
AGENDA on ACTION:
19.Sprague, Fire - Ambulance User Fee Increase
20.Fair Campaign Practices Commission – Cost of Living Adjustment for $250 campaign contribution limit increase by nearest $10 in every odd-numbered year
21.Klein, Planning – Climate Action Plan and Resilience Update
22.Hollander, Economic Development – Berkeley Economic Dashboards Update – move to action
23.Droste – Bureaucratic Effectiveness and Referral Improvement and Prioritization Effort (BE RIPE) limits submission of legislation to 1 item per year per council member and 2 items per year for the mayor
INFORMATION REPORTS: Hollander dashboard moved to action at agenda committee
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February 28, 2023 Agenda for CITY COUNCIL Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1610465939
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 161 046 5939
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
URGENT ITEM: Increase Funding to Housing Retention Program Contract
1.Arreguin - Add $300,000 to Housing Retention Program
2.Arreguin – Amend contract 32100023 add $300,000 with Eviction Defense Center (EDC) for rent debt or other expenses that would enable applicants to retain housing
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.2nd Reading of Citywide Affordable Housing Requirements
2.Minutes
3.Radu - Donation $5000 to Animal Shelter from Stephen and May Birch Foundation
4.Oyekanmi, Finance - Formal bid solicitations $2,220,000 ($290,000 to Aquatic Park, $1,500,000 to Tree Removal and Pruning Services, $330,000 to Echo Lake Camp Accessibility Upgrades, $100,000 to Harriet Tubman Terrace Tenant Support)
5.Warhuus, HHCS – Contract $60,055 with Street Level Advisors and Strategic Economics for Housing to provide Fair Housing Analysis services 4/1/2023 – 4/1/2023
6.Kouyoumdjian – Increase Wage Ranges of Seasonal Camp Staff Classifications
7.Garland, Public Works – Final map of Tract 8573: 2628 Shattuck for 81-unit condominium project consisting of 78 residential units and 3 commercial units
8.Garland, Public Works – Final map of Tract 8626: 2023 – 2025 Kala Bagal Way for 49-unit condominium project consisting of 48 residential units and 1 commercial unit
9.Garland, Public Works – Final map of Tract 8490: 739 Channing Way for 15-unit condominium project consisting of 10 residential units, 4 live/work units and 1 commercial unit and merge 2 existing parels at 739 Channing
10.Garland, Public Works – Bauman Lease Termination with Bauman Wellness and Settlement of Balance Due at 1007 University
11.Taplin co-sponsor Hahn - Support for AB-309 Social Housing update version of AB 2053
12.Taplin, co-sponsors Bartlett, Kesarwani, Arreguin – Resolution Condemning a pattern of attacks targeting Black political leaders
13.Harrison – Support for HR 8040: People Over the Pentagon Act – calls for reducing bloated military budget by $100 billion and just transition for workers in militarized industries
14.Robinson, co-sponsor Humbert, Hahn, Harrison – Creation of an intersection daylighting policy, referral to the city manager to increase lighting at high-injury streets, intersections and seek input from the Transportation and Infrastructure Commission
AGENDA on ACTION:
15.ZAB Appeal 1262 Francisco, Use Permit #ZP2021-0006 and ZP#2020-0122 to add 40 sq ft on first floor and balcony on 2nd floor to an existing single family dwelling unit
16.Williams-Ridley, City Manager – Making Berkeley an Employer of Choice with 1) hire two Associate HR Analysts and one Assistant Analyst (cost of new staff not listed), 2) contract $250,000 with branding and marketing agency, 3) $200,000 to enhance communications and social media content including department communications
17.Resolution terminating the COVID-19 Emergency
18.a. Youth Commission – Add a Youth Member to the Environment and Climate Commission. b. Billi Romain, Commission Secretary – Add a Youth member appointed and confirmed by BUSD with a referral to the City Manager to evaluate the feasibility and prepare draft language, c. Harrison – Adopt an Ordinance Amending BMC 3.82 to add two youth members recommended by BUSD and appointed by the full council.
19.Droste – Reforms to Public Comment Procedures at City Council meetings (limiting public comment). The Agenda and Rules Committee sends the measure to council with a negative recommendation to take no action.
*Robinson, co-sponsor Wengraf – Supplemental – alternate – LIMIT PUBLIC to a SINGLE COMMENT on all Action items excluding public hearings, appeals and/quasi-judicial matters.
INFORMATION REPORTS:
20.Oyekanmi - FY 2023 First Quarter Investment Report (ended 9/30/2023)
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LAND USE CALENDAR:
Public Hearings
1262 Francisco (add 40 sq ft and 2nd story balcony) 2/28/2023
469 Kentucky (single family dwelling) 5/23/2023
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
February 27 – Eviction Moratorium
February 28 – Zero Waste 5-Year Rate Schedule at 4 pm
March 7 - Berkeley Marina Area Specific Plan
March 14 – Annual Crime Report at 4 pm
March 21 - Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program at 4 pm, Civic Center Vision Project at 4 pm
April 18 – Hopkins Corridor Plan
May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report 5/16/2023
Unscheduled Presentations:
Climate Action Plan and Resilience Update – regular agenda March 14
City Policies for Managing Parking Around BART Stations – check with Garland ?May
Worth Noting:
Plan Ahead: City Commissions return to in-person only attendance on March 1, 2023. Check calendar post when planning to attend city meetings for location and if online option is available.
- SUNDAY: The BART site walk is rescheduled for March 5
- MONDAY: At 2:30 pm the Agenda and Rules Committee item-9 Droste’s Legislative process (limiting legislation) is on the agenda. At 6:30 pm is a special City Council meeting (online only) on the COVID emergency and the Rental Eviction Moratorium. At 6 pm Speaking Up for Point Molate (online only) presents GeoTracker the Water Board’s monitoring system that provides progress on groundwater cleanup. At 7 pm the Sierra Club Conservation Committee meets. The Berkeley Bird Safe Ordinance is expected to come up for discussion around 7:45 pm. It follows Aquatic Park.
- TUESDAY: At 4 pm is a City Council special meeting on increasing the solid waste container fees to cover cost. The Zero Waste Commission meets 6 pm
- The Go To Meeting is Tuesday at 6 pm the City Council regular meeting with a submission from Robinson and Wengraf to limit public participation in city council meetings by restricting public comment to a single comment on all action items. On Tuesday evening this major change is scheduled to come up for a vote as the very LAST ITEM of the evening, agenda item-19. This started as a Droste item and then Robinson and Wengraf submitted an alternative (supplemental) The Exceptions to a single comment are when a public hearing, an appeal or a quasi-judicial (court like) item are on the agenda. In these exceptions the public may comment on those individual items.
- WEDNESDAY: Both BOLT (in-person) and the Ohlone Park Improvements (online) meet at 6:30 pm. The Homeless Services Panel of Experts meets at 7 pm.
- At 7 pm the Bird Safe Ordinance hearing is on the Planning Commission agenda. The proposed ordinance DOES NOT meet the American Bird Conservancy model ordinance to reduce bird collisions see: https://abcbirds.org/glass-collisions/bird-friendly-legislation/
- THURSDAY: At 1 pm FITES meets on GEG emissions and Climate Action Plan. Item-5 is for $600,000 total for studies for adding bike lanes, dedicated bus lanes and raised platforms to University and modifying Shattuck - all of these traffic narrowing impacts emergency access and evacuation routes. The HAC and LPC meet at 7 pm. WETA meets at 1 pm ferry ridership continues to drop. At 4 pm is a Webinar (online) on Transforming the Nation's Food System.
- SUNDAY March 5: At 2 pm North Berkeley BART Housing Site walk at 2 pm
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
Directions with links to ZOOM support for activating Closed Captioning and Save Transcript are at the bottom of this calendar.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, February 26, 2023 - The North Berkeley BART site walk is rescheduled to March 5
Monday, February 27, 2023
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1603320255
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 160 332 0255
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 3/14/2023 draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda after list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Workssessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review: 8. COVID, 9. Discussion of Potential Changes to City Council Legislative Process, Unscheduled Items: 10. Discussion Regarding Design and Strengthening of Policy Committees, 11. Supporting Commissions, Guidance on Legislative Proposals.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
CITY COUNCIL Closed Session at 4:30 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1616821086
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 161 682 1086
AGENDA: 1. Pending litigation a. Cantin v. City of Berkeley Alameda Co Superior Cout #22CV009096, b. Government Claim of Gregory H. McCormick, 2. Conference with City property negotiators for 1619 University (Campus Motel), 3. Conference with labor negotiators related to Berkeley Fire Fighters Assoc. Local 1227.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CITY COUNCIL Special Session at 6:30 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1600096551
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 160 009 6551
AGENDA: 1. Extends the Covered Period of the COVID-19 Emergency Response for 60 days beyond the expiration of the local emergency, 2. Amends COVID-19 Emergency Response Ordinance related to evictions establishing a transition period.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
SPEAKING UP for POINT MOLATE FROM 6 – 7 PM
Videoconference: https://sierraclub.zoom.us/j/99891619534
AGENDA: Celina Hernandez, Senior Engineering Geologist at SF Bay Regional water Quality Control Board presents: How to Use GeoTracker – GeoTracker is the Water Board’s data management system for sites that require groundwater cleanup and for permitted facilities that could impact groundwater.
SIERRA CLUB CONSERVATION COMMITTEE at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/94074312465?pwd=SFphVkFQVDAxb2hHazdieklnM3ZSdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 940 7431 2465 Password: 778447
AGENDA: 4. Berkeley (Expected to start around 7:45 pm) Aquatic Park is first item for Berkeley followed with the Berkeley Bird Safe Ordinance that is before the Planning Commission on Wednesday.
https://act.sierraclub.org/events/details?formcampaignid=7013q000002GupAAAS&mapLinkHref=
Tuesday, February 28, 2023
CITY COUNCIL Special Session at 4 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison, School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1610465939
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 161 046 5939
AGENDA: 1. Five Year Zero Waste Schedule, the current fee for the smaller solid waste containers do not cover the cost with proposed increases starting at per month $6 for 20-gallon and 32 gallon and $5.25 for 45 gallon, the chart of rate increases is on page 4 of the HTML packet
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison, School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1610465939
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 161 046 5939
AGENDA: Use the link and choose the html option (at website) or see the agenda as listed at the end of the calendar.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
ZERO WASTE COMMISSION at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/s/82587046286
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 825 8704 6286
AGENDA: 6. Staff Updates on Rate Schedule, progress on Zero Waste Strategic Plan, SB 1383 Implementation, SUDs Ordinance Enforcement, Discussion and Action Items: 1. Woolsey Garden Presentation, Lithium Ion Battery Discussion, 3. Compost Kitchen Pails & Batteries, 3. Officer Elections, 4. Update on Rates,
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zero-waste-commission
Wednesday, March 1, 2023
BOARD OF LIBRARY TRUSTEES (BOLT) at 6:30 pm
Central Library, Teen Room 1st Floor
AGENDA: III.A. Recruitment process to fill BOLT vacancy
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
HOMELESS SERVICES PANEL of EXPERTS at 7 pm
1301 Shattuck, Live Oak Recreation Center, Fireside Room
AGENDA: 6. Staff Update Here/There Closure, Emergency Resolution Grant Funding, 7. Chair Report, 8. Mission and goals, 9. Report on Council Budget meetings, 11. Homeless Services and inclement weather
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/homeless-services-panel-experts
PLANNING COMMISSION at 7 pm
2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 10. Elections of Chair and Vice-Chair, 11. Public Hearing Bird Safe Ordinance, 12. Discussion Pacific Steel Casting Zoning and General Plan
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/planning-commission
OHLONE PARK IMPROVEMENTS COMMUNITY MEETING from 6:30 – 8 pm
Videoconference: See the flyer or webpage for link to register for meeting https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/documents/Ohlone%20Park%20Restroom%20Lighting%20Community%20Meeting%203-1-23_0.pdf
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 844 2930 2020 Passcode: 130415
AGENDA: Restroom and Lighting improvements at Ohlone Park
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/ohlone-park-improvements-community-meeting
Thursday, March 2, 2023
FACILITIES, INFRASTRUCTURE, TRANSPORTATION, ENVIRONMENT & SUSTAINABILITY (FITES) at 1 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1611429430
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 161 142 9430
AGENDA: 2. Harrison, co-sponsors Bartlett, Hahn – Adopt Ordinance adding new chapter BMC 12.01 Establishing Emergency Greenhous Gas Limits, Process for Updated Climate action Plan, Monitoring, Evaluation, Reporting and Regional Cooperation, 3. Garland – Audit Status Report Fleet Replacement and Berkeley Streets, 4. Taplin – 51 Bus Rapid Transit 1. Refer to City Manager the development of implementation and community engagement plan to install Bus Rapid Transit with Dedicated bus lanes, transit signal priority, elevated platforms from Sixth St to Shattuck and along Shattuck from University to Durant, 2. Refer $300,000 FY 24-25 to conduct Complete Street Corridor Study along University from 6th St to Oxford, 3. Refer $300,000 FY 24-25 to conduct Complete Street Corridor Study along Shattuck from Virginia to Woolsey, 4. Refer FYx$X to install quick-build bus station improvements along the 51b route, 5. Initiate consultation with AC Transit and UC Berkeley Bear Transit as soon as possible. (Accompanying materials pages 33 – 110 in packet).
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-facilities-infrastructure-transportation-environment-sustainability
HOUSING ADVISORY COMMISSION (HAC) at 7 pm
2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 7. Recommend HOME-ARP substantial amendment for Council approval (HUD requires a HOME-ARP allocation plan before allocating the $2,735,696 grant – deadline to submit 3/21/2023, failure to submit causes loss of funds), 8. Discussion and Possible action Fair Access and Transparency in Residential Application Process.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/housing-advisory-commission
LANDMARKS PRESERVATION COMMISSION (LPC) at 7 pm
2800 Park Street, San Pablo Park, Frances Albrier Community Center
AGENDA: 6. 1919 Addison – Structural Alteration Permit, 7. 1960 San Antonio Ave – Structural Alteration Permit, 8. 2800 Telegraph – Demolition Referral
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/landmarks-preservation-commission
Water Emergency Transportation Authority (WETA) at 1 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 425 Market 26th Floor, San Francisco
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89718217408
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 897 1821 7408 Password: 33779
AGENDA: 6. Reports of Staff, b. Financials, c.&d. Legislative updates, e. Ridership chart on page 23 of packet (ridership is dropping), 9. Fare Program,
https://weta.sanfranciscobayferry.com/next-board-meeting
Living New Deal presents: Transforming the Nation’s Food System at 4 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/`85483883419
AGENDA: Lessons from the New Deal and Strategies for Today, Roundtable discussion on reform of the nation’s food system and lessons from FDR’s New Deal
https://livingnewdeal.org/webinars/
Friday, March 3, 2023 – No city meetings listed
Saturday, March 4, 2023 – No city meetings listed
Sunday, March 5, 2023
NORTH BERLELEY BART HOUSING SITE WALK at 2 pm
Meet at the station building to begin the public walk tour.
https://www.northberkeleyhousingpartners.com/
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AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Draft Agenda for March 14 City Council Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1603320255
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 160 332 0255
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.Oyekanmi, Finance - Formal Bid Solicitations $2,802,400
2.Sprague, Fire – Contract $400,000 with KLD Engineering, P.C. for Evacuation and Response Time Modeling from 4/1/2023 to 6/30/2024 with option to renew for $100,000 for additional 2 years
3.Warhuus, HHCS – Contract $350,000 with GoGo Technologies Inc for Transportation Services for Seniors and Disabled from 4/1/2023 to 6/30/2026 for 24/7 call center to arrange rides with Uber and Lyft for customers of the Aging Services Division’s Berkeley Rides for Seniors and Disabled
4.Warhuus, HHCS – Contract $128,315 with mySidewalk, Inc for HHCS Web-Based Population Health Data Platform 3/15/2023 to 3/14/2026
5.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Amend Contract 32000225 add $149,000 total $349,000 and extend 6/30/2024 with Its Personnel Consulting for Recruitment, Hiring, and Independent Workplace Investigation
6.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Amend Contract 32100046 add $139,000 total $189,000 with HR Acuity, LLC for Case Management and Employee Relations Software
7.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Purchase Order $150,000 with Glassdoor to Provide Search Engine Optimization (SEO) and Ad Work from4/1/2023 to 3/31/2025
8.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Purchase Order $150,000 with Indeed to Provide Search Engine Optimization (SEO) and Ad Work from4/1/2023 to 3/31/2025
9.Fong, IT – Amend Contract 31900187 add $106,000 total $278,000 with LV.NET (formerly Towerstream) for Secondary Internet for Redundancy and Load Balancing from 10/3/2017 to 6/30/2024
10.Arreguin co-sponsors Hahn, Wengraf – Opposition to Initiative #1935 deceptively named “Taxpayer Protection and Government Accountability Act”
11.Arreguin, co-sponsor Robinson, Hahn – Resolution Support SB 50 – would allow Berkeley to move forward with BerkDOT program for a Berkeley Department of Transportation instead of police to enforce vehicle or bike low-level infractions (traffic stops and enforcement)
12.Arreguin, co-sponsors Hahn, Harrison, Wengraf – Support SB 252 State Divestment from Fossil Fuels
13.Kesarwani, co-sponsors – Budget referral Addition Street Maintenance Funding to Improve Payment Condition, Saving Tax Dollars add $4.7 million total $20 million FY 2024-25 – to FITES
14.Taplin, Harrison, Robinson – Budget Referral Vision 2050 Complete Streets Parcel Tax Community Engagement and Program Plan refer $400,000 to June 2023 mid-year budget update to conduct community engagement, public information campaign and program plan development and climate resilient infrastructure
15.Taplin Robinson – Support Unionization Efforts by Urban Ore Workers under representation by the IWW Union 670
16.Taplin, co-sponsor - Robinson Support for SB 58 Controlled Substances, decriminalization
17.Robinson, co-sponsor Arreguin, Hahn – Support SB 466 reforming Costa-Hawkins Rental Housing Act
18.Robinson, co-sponsor Hahn – Support H.R. 852 Investing in Safer Traffic Stops Act
AGENDA on ACTION:
19.Sprague, Fire - Ambulance User Fee Increase
20.Fair Campaign Practices Commission – Cost of Living Adjustment for $250 campaign contribution limit increase by nearest $10 in every odd-numbered year
21.Klein, Planning – Climate Action Plan and Resilience Update
22.Hollander, Economic Development – Berkeley Economic Dashboards Update – move to action
23.Droste – Bureaucratic Effectiveness and Referral Improvement and Prioritization Effort (BE RIPE) limits submission of legislation to 1 item per year per council member and 2 items per year for the mayor
INFORMATION REPORTS: Hollander dashboard moved to action at agenda committee
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February 28, 2023 Agenda for CITY COUNCIL Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1610465939
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 161 046 5939
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
URGENT ITEM: Increase Funding to Housing Retention Program Contract
1.Arreguin - Add $300,000 to Housing Retention Program
2.Arreguin – Amend contract 32100023 add $300,000 with Eviction Defense Center (EDC) for rent debt or other expenses that would enable applicants to retain housing
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.2nd Reading of Citywide Affordable Housing Requirements
2.Minutes
3.Radu - Donation $5000 to Animal Shelter from Stephen and May Birch Foundation
4.Oyekanmi, Finance - Formal bid solicitations $2,220,000 ($290,000 to Aquatic Park, $1,500,000 to Tree Removal and Pruning Services, $330,000 to Echo Lake Camp Accessibility Upgrades, $100,000 to Harriet Tubman Terrace Tenant Support)
5.Warhuus, HHCS – Contract $60,055 with Street Level Advisors and Strategic Economics for Housing to provide Fair Housing Analysis services 4/1/2023 – 4/1/2023
6.Kouyoumdjian – Increase Wage Ranges of Seasonal Camp Staff Classifications
7.Garland, Public Works – Final map of Tract 8573: 2628 Shattuck for 81-unit condominium project consisting of 78 residential units and 3 commercial units
8.Garland, Public Works – Final map of Tract 8626: 2023 – 2025 Kala Bagal Way for 49-unit condominium project consisting of 48 residential units and 1 commercial unit
9.Garland, Public Works – Final map of Tract 8490: 739 Channing Way for 15-unit condominium project consisting of 10 residential units, 4 live/work units and 1 commercial unit and merge 2 existing parels at 739 Channing
10.Garland, Public Works – Bauman Lease Termination with Bauman Wellness and Settlement of Balance Due at 1007 University
11.Taplin co-sponsor Hahn - Support for AB-309 Social Housing update version of AB 2053
12.Taplin, co-sponsors Bartlett, Kesarwani, Arreguin – Resolution Condemning a pattern of attacks targeting Black political leaders
13.Harrison – Support for HR 8040: People Over the Pentagon Act – calls for reducing bloated military budget by $100 billion and just transition for workers in militarized industries
14.Robinson, co-sponsor Humbert, Hahn, Harrison – Creation of an intersection daylighting policy, referral to the city manager to increase lighting at high-injury streets, intersections and seek input from the Transportation and Infrastructure Commission
AGENDA on ACTION:
15.ZAB Appeal 1262 Francisco, Use Permit #ZP2021-0006 and ZP#2020-0122 to add 40 sq ft on first floor and balcony on 2nd floor to an existing single family dwelling unit
16.Williams-Ridley, City Manager – Making Berkeley an Employer of Choice with 1) hire two Associate HR Analysts and one Assistant Analyst (cost of new staff not listed), 2) contract $250,000 with branding and marketing agency, 3) $200,000 to enhance communications and social media content including department communications
17.Resolution terminating the COVID-19 Emergency
18.a. Youth Commission – Add a Youth Member to the Environment and Climate Commission. b. Billi Romain, Commission Secretary – Add a Youth member appointed and confirmed by BUSD with a referral to the City Manager to evaluate the feasibility and prepare draft language, c. Harrison – Adopt an Ordinance Amending BMC 3.82 to add two youth members recommended by BUSD and appointed by the full council.
19.Droste – Reforms to Public Comment Procedures at City Council meetings (limiting public comment). The Agenda and Rules Committee sends the measure to council with a negative recommendation to take no action.
*Robinson, co-sponsor Wengraf – Supplemental – alternate – LIMIT PUBLIC to a SINGLE COMMENT on all Action items excluding public hearings, appeals and/quasi-judicial matters.
INFORMATION REPORTS:
20.Oyekanmi - FY 2023 First Quarter Investment Report (ended 9/30/2023)
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LAND USE CALENDAR:
Public Hearings
1262 Francisco (add 40 sq ft and 2nd story balcony) 2/28/2023
469 Kentucky (single family dwelling) 5/23/2023
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
February 27 – Eviction Moratorium
February 28 – Zero Waste 5-Year Rate Schedule at 4 pm
March 7 - Berkeley Marina Area Specific Plan
March 14 – Annual Crime Report at 4 pm
March 21 - Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program at 4 pm, Civic Center Vision Project at 4 pm
April 18 – Hopkins Corridor Plan
May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report 5/16/2023
Unscheduled Presentations:
Climate Action Plan and Resilience Update – regular agenda March 14
City Policies for Managing Parking Around BART Stations – check with Garland ?May
February 19 - February 26, 2023
Worth Noting:
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
Beginning March 1, 2023 all commission meetings return to in-person attendance.
Directions for CC (Closed Captioning) and saving transcripts at ZOOM meetings are at the bottom of this calendar. Directions include the links to the ZOOM support webpages.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, February 19, 2023 - Presidents’ Day Holiday weekend
Monday, February 20, 2023 – Presidents’ Day Holiday
Tuesday, February 21, 2023
CITY COUNCIL Worksession at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1618510002
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 161 851 0002
AGENDA: 1. COVID-19 Response 2022 Summary Report, 2. Referral Response: Affordable Housing Preference Policy for Rental Housing Created Through the Below Market Rate and Housing Trust Fund Programs.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
NORTH BERKELEY HOUSING PARTNERS Office Hours from 7 pm – 8:30 pm
In-Person only attendance at 2012 Berkeley Way at the Hope Center
AGENDA: Office Hours to ask questions and share feedback on the BART housing project.
https://www.northberkeleyhousingpartners.com/
Wednesday, February 22, 2023
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1605902821
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 Meeting ID: 160 590 2821
AGENDA: 7. Presentations, Discussion & Action Items: a. Introduction of Civic Arts Intern, b. Approval of revised design for mural at James Kenney Park, c. Election of chair and vice chair
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
DISASTER and FIRE SAFETY COMMISSION at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1619573531
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 161 957 3531
AGENDA: 3. Annual election of chair and vice chair, 4. Form Ad Hoc Subcommittee to Review Hopkins Corridor, 5. Additional commission meeting to hear presentations on Standards of Coverage and Facilities Master Plan, 6. Quarterly budget report, 7. Formulate working group to develop summary document on Safe Passages Initiatives.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/disaster-and-fire-safety-commission
ENVIRONMENT and CLIMATE COMMISSION at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87698907626
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 876 9890 7626
AGENDA: 6.b. Berkeley e-Bike Equity Project (BEEP) (free e-bikes for 50 low income residents), 7. Presentation & Discussion: Building Emissions Saving Ordinance (BESO) Developing Single Family Energy Standards, 8. Election of chair, vice-chair, 11. 2023 Workplan, 12. Consideration of Action: Hopkins Bike Lanes Off Agenda Communication to Council.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/environment-and-climate-commission
POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD at 6:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82653396072
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 826 5359 6072
AGENDA: 5. ODPA Staff report, 5. Chair and board reports, 7. Police Chief’s report, 8. Subcommittee report on Policy and Practices relating to the Downtown Task Force and Bike Unit, 9.a. In-person meetings, b. PAB recommendations regarding BPD proposed drone policies, c. Appointment of subcommittee members for review of external fixed video surveillance camera policies, d. consideration of Policy Complaint #2023-PR-0001 as amended, e. Berkeley Law Police Review Project regarding regulations pertaining to timelines for complaints, 11. Closed Session.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
INDIAN ROCK TREE PLANTING from 8 am – 10 am
Native tree planting at 950 Indian Rock
To join the team, wear closed toe shoes and comfortable clothing that is okay to get dirty. The city will supply all the tools.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/indian-rock-park-tree-planting
Thursday, February 23, 2023
BUDGET & FINANCE COMMITTEE at 10 am
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1612304851
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 161 230 4851
AGENDA: 2.a. Sugar Sweetened Beverage Panel of Experts – Allocation of $3 million over 2 years FY 2024 & FY 2025, 2.b. City Manager Companion Report – Allocation of $2 million over 2 years FY 2024 & FY 2025, 3. Receive FY 2023 mid-year budget update, 4. Unfunded Liability Obligations and Unfunded Infrastructure Needs, 5. Robinson & Arreguin – Approval of Public Bank Visibility Study.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-budget-finance
MENTAL HEALTH COMMISSION at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85337202554
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 853 3720 2554
AGENDA: 3. Bridge to SCU and SCU update, 4. Community First Presentation on current community-based alternative non-police first responder program in Oakland and Sacramento, 5. Election chair, 6. Election vice-chair, 9. Mental Health Manager’s Report and Caseload Statistics, 10. Update law enforcement arrests regarding people with dementia, 11. Update access to 988 for Berkeley people.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/mental-health-commission
ZONING ADJUSTMENT BOARD at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83676641171
Teleconference: 1-699-900-6833 or 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 836 7664 1171
AGENDA: 2439 Durant – on consent to continue – UP #ZP2021-0192 - demolish 2-story commercial building and construct 36,529 sq ft 7-story mixed-use building with 22 units, roofdeck and establish entertainment use with the service of distilled spirits,
1337-1339 Hearst – on consent – UP #ZP2021-0160 – Construct a major residential addition by lifting up existing duplex at 1337-1339 on a lot that exceeds residential density,
2930 College – on consent – UP ZP2022-0139 – Add the service of distilled spirits under a new Type 47 ABC license, expand the existing outdoor seating area by 239 sq ft on private property and allow indoor unamplified live music at an existing full-service restaurant.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zoning-adjustments-board
COMMUNITY HEALTH COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
This Commission usually meets the 4 Thursday of the month. There is no meeting posting as of Friday, February 17 at 8 pm. Check after Monday for a meeting announcement.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/community-health-commission
Friday, February 24, 2023 – No city meetings listed.
Saturday, February 25, 2023 - No city meetings listed.
Sunday, February 26, 2023
NORTH BERLELEY BART HOUSING SITE WALK at 2 pm
Meet at the station building to begin the public walk tour.
https://www.northberkeleyhousingpartners.com/
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February 28, 2023 Agenda for CITY COUNCIL Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1610465939
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 161 046 5939
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.2nd Reading of Citywide Affordable Housing Requirements
2.Minutes
3.Donation $5000 to Animal Shelter from Stephen and May Birch Foundation
4.Oyekanmi, Finance - Formal bid solicitations $2,220,000 ($290,000 to Aquatic Park, $1,500,000 to Tree Removal and Pruning Services, $330,000 to Echo Lake Camp accessibility Upgrades, $100,000 to Harriet Tubman Terrace Tenant Support)
5.Warhuus, HHCS – Contract $60,055 with Street Level Advisors and Strategic Economics for Housing to provide Fair Housing Analysis services 4/1/2023 – 4/1/2023
6.Kouyoumdjian – Increase Wage Ranges of Seasonal Camp Staff Classifications
7.Garland, Public Works – Final map of Tract 8573: 2628 Shattuck for 81-unit condominium project consisting of 78 residential units and 3 commercial units
8.Garland, Public Works – Final map of Tract 8626: 2023 – 2025 Kala Bagal Way for 49-unit condominium project consisting of 48 residential units and 1 commercial unit
9.Garland, Public Works – Final map of Tract 8490: 739 Channing Way for 15-unit condominium project consisting of 10 residential units, 4 live/work units and 1 commercial unit and merge 2 existing parels at 739 Channing
10.Garland, Public Works – Bauman Lease Termination with Bauman Wellness and Settlement of Balance Due at 1007 University
11.Taplin co-sponsor Hahn - Support for AB-309 Social Housing update version of AB 2053
12.Taplin, co-sponsors Bartlett, Kesarwani, Arreguin – Resolution Condemning a pattern of attacks targeting Black political leaders
13.Harrison – Support for HR 8040: People Over the Pentagon Act – calls for reducing bloated military budget by $100 billion and just transition for workers in militarized industries
14.Robinson, co-sponsor Humbert, Hahn, Harrison – Creation of an intersection daylighting policy, referral to the city manager to increase lighting at high-injury streets, intersections and seek input from the Transportation and Infrastructure Commission
AGENDA on ACTION:
15.ZAB Appeal 1262 Francisco, Use Permit #ZP2021-0006 and ZP#2020-0122 to add 40 sq ft on first floor and balcony on 2nd floor to an existing single family dwelling unit
16.Williams-Ridley, City Manager – Making Berkeley an Employer of Choice with 1) hire two Associate HR Analysts and one Assistant Analyst (cost of new staff not listed), 2) contract $250,000 with branding and marketing agency, 3) $200,000 to enhance communications and social media content including department communications
17.Resolution terminating the COVID-19 Emergency
18.a. Youth Commission – Add a Youth Member to the Environment and Climate Commission. b. Billi Romain, Commission Secretary – Add a Youth member appointed and confirmed by BUSD with a referral to the City Manager to evaluate the feasibility and prepare draft language, c. Harrison – Adopt an Ordinance Amending BMC 3.82 to add two youth members recommended by BUSD and appointed by the full council.
19.Droste – Reforms to Public Comment Procedures at City Council meetings (limiting public comment). The Agenda and Rules Committee sends the measure to council with a negative recommendation to take no action.
INFORMATION REPORTS:
20.Oyekanmi - FY 2023 First Quarter Investment Report (ended 9/30/2023)
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LAND USE CALENDAR:
Notices of Decision with End of Appeal Date
573 Santa Rosa (residential addition) 2/14/2023
1329 Albina (single family dwelling) 2/14/2023
1752 Shattuck (mixed use) 2/14/2023
1773 Oxford (multi-family building) 2/14/2023
1820 (1822-1828) San Pablo (mixed used building) 2/14/2023
Public Hearings
1262 Francisco (add 40 sq ft and 2nd story balcony) 2/28/2023
469 Kentucky (single family dwelling) TBD
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
February 21 - Local Pandemic/Endemic Update Report, Housing Preference Policy
February 28 – Zero Waste 5-Year Rate Schedule at 4 pm
March 7 - Berkeley Marina Area Specific Plan
March 14 – Annual Crime Report at 4 pm
March 21 - Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program at 4 pm, Civic Center Vision Project at 4 pm
April 18 – Hopkins Corridor Plan
May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report 5/16/2023
Unscheduled Presentations:
Climate Action Plan and Resilience Update – regular agenda March 14
City Policies for Managing Parking Around BART Stations – check with Garland
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Worth Noting:
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
- Tuesday: The 6 pm City Council worksession has only two agenda items, 1) a report on the COVID-19 response and 2) consideration of a policy to establish what conditions give a household preference for the limited number of below market rate/affordable units.
- Tuesday: From 7 – 8:30 pm the North Berkeley Housing Partners will hold in-person office hours (open meeting with no agenda) to answer questions and accept feedback on the North Berkeley BART Station housing project.
- Wednesday: Start the day with tree planting at Indian Rock at 8 am. The Civic Arts Commission and Environment and Climate Commission meet at 6 pm. At 6:30 pm the Police Accountability Board meets with policy agenda items on the Downtown Task Force and Bike Unit and on the use of drones by BPD. The Disaster and Fire Safety Commission meets at 7 pm.
- Thursday: At 10 am the Budget and Finance Committee reviews the Sugar Sweetened Beverage Panel of Experts recommendation for allocation of funds and the City Manager’s companion report (opposing recommendations). The Zoning Adjustment Board meets at 7 pm. All projects are listed on consent with the mid-size 7-story project on Durant to be continued.
- Thursday: At 7 pm The Mental Health Commission receives an update on the SCU planning and a presentation on non-police responder programs.
- Sunday, February 26: At 2 pm the North Berkeley (BART) Housing Partners will hold a public “site walk” meeting starting at the station building.
Beginning March 1, 2023 all commission meetings return to in-person attendance.
Directions for CC (Closed Captioning) and saving transcripts at ZOOM meetings are at the bottom of this calendar. Directions include the links to the ZOOM support webpages.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, February 19, 2023 - Presidents’ Day Holiday weekend
Monday, February 20, 2023 – Presidents’ Day Holiday
Tuesday, February 21, 2023
CITY COUNCIL Worksession at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1618510002
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 161 851 0002
AGENDA: 1. COVID-19 Response 2022 Summary Report, 2. Referral Response: Affordable Housing Preference Policy for Rental Housing Created Through the Below Market Rate and Housing Trust Fund Programs.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
NORTH BERKELEY HOUSING PARTNERS Office Hours from 7 pm – 8:30 pm
In-Person only attendance at 2012 Berkeley Way at the Hope Center
AGENDA: Office Hours to ask questions and share feedback on the BART housing project.
https://www.northberkeleyhousingpartners.com/
Wednesday, February 22, 2023
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1605902821
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 Meeting ID: 160 590 2821
AGENDA: 7. Presentations, Discussion & Action Items: a. Introduction of Civic Arts Intern, b. Approval of revised design for mural at James Kenney Park, c. Election of chair and vice chair
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
DISASTER and FIRE SAFETY COMMISSION at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1619573531
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 161 957 3531
AGENDA: 3. Annual election of chair and vice chair, 4. Form Ad Hoc Subcommittee to Review Hopkins Corridor, 5. Additional commission meeting to hear presentations on Standards of Coverage and Facilities Master Plan, 6. Quarterly budget report, 7. Formulate working group to develop summary document on Safe Passages Initiatives.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/disaster-and-fire-safety-commission
ENVIRONMENT and CLIMATE COMMISSION at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87698907626
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 876 9890 7626
AGENDA: 6.b. Berkeley e-Bike Equity Project (BEEP) (free e-bikes for 50 low income residents), 7. Presentation & Discussion: Building Emissions Saving Ordinance (BESO) Developing Single Family Energy Standards, 8. Election of chair, vice-chair, 11. 2023 Workplan, 12. Consideration of Action: Hopkins Bike Lanes Off Agenda Communication to Council.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/environment-and-climate-commission
POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD at 6:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82653396072
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 826 5359 6072
AGENDA: 5. ODPA Staff report, 5. Chair and board reports, 7. Police Chief’s report, 8. Subcommittee report on Policy and Practices relating to the Downtown Task Force and Bike Unit, 9.a. In-person meetings, b. PAB recommendations regarding BPD proposed drone policies, c. Appointment of subcommittee members for review of external fixed video surveillance camera policies, d. consideration of Policy Complaint #2023-PR-0001 as amended, e. Berkeley Law Police Review Project regarding regulations pertaining to timelines for complaints, 11. Closed Session.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
INDIAN ROCK TREE PLANTING from 8 am – 10 am
Native tree planting at 950 Indian Rock
To join the team, wear closed toe shoes and comfortable clothing that is okay to get dirty. The city will supply all the tools.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/indian-rock-park-tree-planting
Thursday, February 23, 2023
BUDGET & FINANCE COMMITTEE at 10 am
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1612304851
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 161 230 4851
AGENDA: 2.a. Sugar Sweetened Beverage Panel of Experts – Allocation of $3 million over 2 years FY 2024 & FY 2025, 2.b. City Manager Companion Report – Allocation of $2 million over 2 years FY 2024 & FY 2025, 3. Receive FY 2023 mid-year budget update, 4. Unfunded Liability Obligations and Unfunded Infrastructure Needs, 5. Robinson & Arreguin – Approval of Public Bank Visibility Study.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-budget-finance
MENTAL HEALTH COMMISSION at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85337202554
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 853 3720 2554
AGENDA: 3. Bridge to SCU and SCU update, 4. Community First Presentation on current community-based alternative non-police first responder program in Oakland and Sacramento, 5. Election chair, 6. Election vice-chair, 9. Mental Health Manager’s Report and Caseload Statistics, 10. Update law enforcement arrests regarding people with dementia, 11. Update access to 988 for Berkeley people.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/mental-health-commission
ZONING ADJUSTMENT BOARD at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83676641171
Teleconference: 1-699-900-6833 or 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 836 7664 1171
AGENDA: 2439 Durant – on consent to continue – UP #ZP2021-0192 - demolish 2-story commercial building and construct 36,529 sq ft 7-story mixed-use building with 22 units, roofdeck and establish entertainment use with the service of distilled spirits,
1337-1339 Hearst – on consent – UP #ZP2021-0160 – Construct a major residential addition by lifting up existing duplex at 1337-1339 on a lot that exceeds residential density,
2930 College – on consent – UP ZP2022-0139 – Add the service of distilled spirits under a new Type 47 ABC license, expand the existing outdoor seating area by 239 sq ft on private property and allow indoor unamplified live music at an existing full-service restaurant.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zoning-adjustments-board
COMMUNITY HEALTH COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
This Commission usually meets the 4 Thursday of the month. There is no meeting posting as of Friday, February 17 at 8 pm. Check after Monday for a meeting announcement.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/community-health-commission
Friday, February 24, 2023 – No city meetings listed.
Saturday, February 25, 2023 - No city meetings listed.
Sunday, February 26, 2023
NORTH BERLELEY BART HOUSING SITE WALK at 2 pm
Meet at the station building to begin the public walk tour.
https://www.northberkeleyhousingpartners.com/
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February 28, 2023 Agenda for CITY COUNCIL Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1610465939
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 161 046 5939
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.2nd Reading of Citywide Affordable Housing Requirements
2.Minutes
3.Donation $5000 to Animal Shelter from Stephen and May Birch Foundation
4.Oyekanmi, Finance - Formal bid solicitations $2,220,000 ($290,000 to Aquatic Park, $1,500,000 to Tree Removal and Pruning Services, $330,000 to Echo Lake Camp accessibility Upgrades, $100,000 to Harriet Tubman Terrace Tenant Support)
5.Warhuus, HHCS – Contract $60,055 with Street Level Advisors and Strategic Economics for Housing to provide Fair Housing Analysis services 4/1/2023 – 4/1/2023
6.Kouyoumdjian – Increase Wage Ranges of Seasonal Camp Staff Classifications
7.Garland, Public Works – Final map of Tract 8573: 2628 Shattuck for 81-unit condominium project consisting of 78 residential units and 3 commercial units
8.Garland, Public Works – Final map of Tract 8626: 2023 – 2025 Kala Bagal Way for 49-unit condominium project consisting of 48 residential units and 1 commercial unit
9.Garland, Public Works – Final map of Tract 8490: 739 Channing Way for 15-unit condominium project consisting of 10 residential units, 4 live/work units and 1 commercial unit and merge 2 existing parels at 739 Channing
10.Garland, Public Works – Bauman Lease Termination with Bauman Wellness and Settlement of Balance Due at 1007 University
11.Taplin co-sponsor Hahn - Support for AB-309 Social Housing update version of AB 2053
12.Taplin, co-sponsors Bartlett, Kesarwani, Arreguin – Resolution Condemning a pattern of attacks targeting Black political leaders
13.Harrison – Support for HR 8040: People Over the Pentagon Act – calls for reducing bloated military budget by $100 billion and just transition for workers in militarized industries
14.Robinson, co-sponsor Humbert, Hahn, Harrison – Creation of an intersection daylighting policy, referral to the city manager to increase lighting at high-injury streets, intersections and seek input from the Transportation and Infrastructure Commission
AGENDA on ACTION:
15.ZAB Appeal 1262 Francisco, Use Permit #ZP2021-0006 and ZP#2020-0122 to add 40 sq ft on first floor and balcony on 2nd floor to an existing single family dwelling unit
16.Williams-Ridley, City Manager – Making Berkeley an Employer of Choice with 1) hire two Associate HR Analysts and one Assistant Analyst (cost of new staff not listed), 2) contract $250,000 with branding and marketing agency, 3) $200,000 to enhance communications and social media content including department communications
17.Resolution terminating the COVID-19 Emergency
18.a. Youth Commission – Add a Youth Member to the Environment and Climate Commission. b. Billi Romain, Commission Secretary – Add a Youth member appointed and confirmed by BUSD with a referral to the City Manager to evaluate the feasibility and prepare draft language, c. Harrison – Adopt an Ordinance Amending BMC 3.82 to add two youth members recommended by BUSD and appointed by the full council.
19.Droste – Reforms to Public Comment Procedures at City Council meetings (limiting public comment). The Agenda and Rules Committee sends the measure to council with a negative recommendation to take no action.
INFORMATION REPORTS:
20.Oyekanmi - FY 2023 First Quarter Investment Report (ended 9/30/2023)
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LAND USE CALENDAR:
Notices of Decision with End of Appeal Date
573 Santa Rosa (residential addition) 2/14/2023
1329 Albina (single family dwelling) 2/14/2023
1752 Shattuck (mixed use) 2/14/2023
1773 Oxford (multi-family building) 2/14/2023
1820 (1822-1828) San Pablo (mixed used building) 2/14/2023
Public Hearings
1262 Francisco (add 40 sq ft and 2nd story balcony) 2/28/2023
469 Kentucky (single family dwelling) TBD
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
February 21 - Local Pandemic/Endemic Update Report, Housing Preference Policy
February 28 – Zero Waste 5-Year Rate Schedule at 4 pm
March 7 - Berkeley Marina Area Specific Plan
March 14 – Annual Crime Report at 4 pm
March 21 - Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program at 4 pm, Civic Center Vision Project at 4 pm
April 18 – Hopkins Corridor Plan
May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report 5/16/2023
Unscheduled Presentations:
Climate Action Plan and Resilience Update – regular agenda March 14
City Policies for Managing Parking Around BART Stations – check with Garland
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Kelly Hammargren’s summary on what happened the preceding week can be found in the Berkeley Daily Planet under Activist’s Diary at: www.berkeleydailyplanet.com.
This meeting list is also posted at: https://www.sustainableberkeleycoalition.com/whats-ahead.html
If you would like to receive the Activist’s Calendar as soon as it is completed send an email to [email protected].
If you wish to stop receiving the weekly calendar of city meetings please forward the email you received to [email protected] with the request to be removed from the email list.
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For Online Public Meetings
CLOSED CAPTIONING, SAVE TRANSCRIPT OVERVIEW, DIRECTIONS and ZOOM SUPPORT LINKS:
ZOOM has as part of the program - (for no extra cost) Closed Captioning (CC). It turns computer voice recognition into a transcript. Accuracy of the Closed Captioning is affected by background noise, the volume and clarity of the speaker, lexicons/wordbook and dialect of the speaker. The transcript will not be perfect, but most of the time reading through it the few words that don't fit, can be deciphered, like Shattuck was transcribed as Shadow in one recent transcript.
One advantage of ZOOM live transcription over the Captioner’s Record for City Council meetings, is that Zoom grabs the speaker’s log-in name. The City Captioner recorder (a live person typing) uses the public comment speaker’s name from the person or someone else stating the name. The person speaking is frequently not identified. The advantage of the CC Captioner’s record is the captioner is familiar with Berkeley specific terms.
For the online attendee the full transcript is only available from the time the attendee activates Closed Captioning. If Closed Captioning is activated and you sit through a meeting and then remember 10 minutes before it is over to click on CC then go to the arrow/carrot next to CC for the menu and click on Show Full Transcript you will only get the last 10 minutes, not the full transcript – So click often on both Save Transcript and on Save to Folder during the meeting for best results.
When you click on Show Full Transcript it will allow you to scroll up and down, so if want to go back and see what was said earlier you can do that during the meeting while the transcript is running.
At the bottom of the transcript when we as attendees are allowed to save there will be a button for, "Save Transcript," you can click on the button repeatedly throughout the meeting and it will just overwrite and update the full transcript. Clicking on the Save Transcript repeatedly as the meeting is coming to an end is important because once the host ends the meeting, the transcript is gone if you didn't save it.
After you click on "save transcript," click on "Show In Finder." The meeting transcript will show up (as a download to your desktop) in a separate box as a text file. (These text files are not large.) After you have done your last Save Transcript and Show In Finder, after the meeting is over you can rename it the downloaded transcript and save it (or send and share it).
Also a meeting does not have to be recorded to allow Closed Captioning and allow to Save Transcript. Saving the transcript saves it to our own computers. Closed Captioning is completely separate from recording a meeting, therefore recording a meeting does not activate closed captioning. The meeting host can activate closed captioning and block attendees from saving the transcript. When this is done there will be no “Save Transcript” button. Also, allowing attendees to save the transcript does not require the meeting host to save the transcript.
Here is the link to ZOOM Support for how to set up Closed Captioning for a meeting or webinar:
https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/8158738379917#h_01GHWATNVPW5FR304S2SVGXN2X
Here is the link to ZOOM Support for attendees in how to save Closed Captions:
https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/360060958752-Using-save-captions#h_01F5XW3BGWJAKJFWCHPPZGBD70
February 12 - February 19, 2023
Worth Noting:
Directions with links to ZOOM support for activating Closed Captioning and Save Transcript are at the bottom of this calendar.
The GO to MEETINGS are the Agenda Committee at 2:30 and City Council at 6 pm on Tuesday and the North Berkeley BART housing project meeting. The BART housing meeting is offered twice at 7 pm, in-person on Wednesday and as a virtual meeting on Thursday.
A public request was sent to record one of the BART meetings and to allow Closed Captioning and Save Transcript at the virtual meeting on Thursday.
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND SPECIAL EVENTS
Sunday, February 12, 2023 – Super Bowl 3:30 pm
Monday, February 13, 2023 – Lincoln’s Birthday, A Berkeley City Holiday,
Tuesday, February 14, 2023
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1615510345
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 161 551 0345
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 2/28/2023 draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda after meeting calendar, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Work Sessions, 6. Referrals to Agenda Committee for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, REFERRED ITEMS FOR REVIEW: 8. COVID, 9. Droste – Bureaucratic Effectiveness and Referral Improvement and Prioritization Effort (BE RIPE) – measure which limits council members to one (1) legislative proposal per year and the mayor to (2) legislative proposals per year, UNSCHEDULED ITEMS: 11. Supporting Commissions, Guidance on Legislative Proposals, 12. Discussion Regarding Design and Strengthening of Policy Committees (including Budget Referrals)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison, School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1617057994
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 161 705 7994
AGENDA: Use the link and choose the html option or see the agenda listed after the calendar of meetings.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
YOUTH COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87640969306?
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 or 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 876 4096 9306 Passcode: 228517
AGENDA: 9. Work Plan – Mental Health Resources at BHS
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/youth-commission
Wednesday, February 15, 2023
COMMISSION on AGING at 1:30 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1614800144
Teleconference: 1669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 161 480 0144 Passcode: 825132
AGENDA: Discussion/Action Items: 4. Election Chair/Vice-Chair, 5. Commissioner Reports, 6. Preservation and/or development of community environment in subsidized senior housing facilities, 7. Increase of Aging Services funding proportional to increase in senior residents in Berkeley, 8. Letter to Parks, Recreation & Waterfront Commission for possible senior center outdoor spaces reserved for senior center classes specifically Ohlone Park on Bonita Way, 10. Future options for senior housing, 10. Update Hopkins Corridor.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-aging
4x4 JOINT TASK FORCE COMMITTEE ON HOUSING: Rent Board/City Council at 3pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83758415401?pwd=TVdxY2xwUkRnVHFzTllXK21Yb3JPZz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 837 5841 5401 Passcode: 702926
AGENDA: Discussion and possible action: 6. Arreguin - Expiration of the Eviction Moratorium and amendments to the COVID-19 Emergency Response Ordinance, 7. Simon-Weisberg – Moratorium on rent increases, 8. Buckley Planning – Amendments to the Demolition Ordinance.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/4x4-joint-task-force-committee-housing
HUMAN WELFARE AND COMMUNITY ACTION COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/4863098496
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 486 309 8496
AGENDA: 5. Approve 2023 Community Block Grants, 6. Review Financial Reports Bay Area Outreach & Recreation Program, 7. Update mechanism for City employees and service providers to communicate, 8. Requirements for contracted non-profit service providers and transparency of grant reports, 9. Eligibility for service as representative of the poor, 10. Accessibility and availability of materials on city website, 11. Accessibility quality assessment program to handle non-conforming public facilities and complaints from seniors and disabled people over substandard services.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/human-welfare-and-community-action-commission
NORTH BERKELEY BART COMMUNITY MEETING from 7 – 8:30 pm
In-Person at 1231 Addison, BUSD Board Room
AGENDA: 1. Welcome, 2. Review of Objective Design Standards (ODS) Process and Timeline, 3. Development Team Presentation: Introduction of Development Team - BRIDGE Housing, East Bay Asian Local Development Corporation (EBALDC) Berkeley Food & Housing Project and AvalonBay Communities, Presentation of North Berkeley Housing Partners Development Concept, 4. Small group Breakout Sessions, 5. Next Steps.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/n-berkeley-bart-community-meeting-person
Thursday, February 16, 2023
LAND USE, HOUSING & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT at 10:30 am
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1605017520
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 Meeting ID: 160 501 7520
AGENDA: 3. Discussion and possible action on changing meeting to first Monday of the month at 10 am. (no other scheduled items).
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-land-use-housing-economic-development
NORTH BERKELEY BART COMMUNITY MEETING from 7 – 8:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84090881838
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 ID: 840 9088 1838
AGENDA: 1. Welcome, 2. Review of Objective Design Standards (ODS) Process and Timeline, 3. Development Team Presentation: Introduction of Development Team - BRIDGE Housing, East Bay Asian Local Development Corporation (EBALDC) Berkeley Food & Housing Project and AvalonBay Communities, Presentation of North Berkeley Housing Partners Development Concept, 4. Small group Breakout Sessions, 5. Next Steps.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/n-berkeley-bart-community-meeting-person
DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83912228659
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 839 1222 8659
AGENDA: 1. 3031 Telegraph at Webster – review modification – To demolish existing commercial building and construct a 6-story 100,992 sq ft mixed-use building with 127 units (including 9 very low income units), 1921 sq ft commercial space, 7622 sq ft usable open space, 64 bicycle parking spaces, 19 vehicular parking spaces
2. 2190 Shattuck at Allston – To redevelop 19,967 sq ft site (demolish Walgreens) with proposed 25-story building with 326 units residential units, 7500 sq ft retail space, 51 parking spaces in single level subterranean garage
3. 2996 Telegraph at Ashby – To construct new 960 sq ft self-service, single bay, roll-over automated car wash with 2 EV charging stalls, new landscaping, revisions to parking stripping.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/design-review-committee
FAIR CAMPAIGN PRACTICES COMMITTEE (FCPC) / OPEN GOVERNMENT COMMISSION (OGC) at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88456418606
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 884 5641 8606
AGENDA: 6. Biennial adjustment of Berkeley Election Reform Act (BERA) dollar amounts for cost of living adjustment BMC 2.12.545, 7. Report from subcommittee on contribution limits, 8. OGC reports, 9. Letter to council regarding commission posting of meeting minutes, 10. Use of Live Transcription for teleconferenced meetings, discussion and possible action, 11. Possible changes to public commenting practices for City Council meetings. 12. Election of chair, vice-chair.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/fair-campaign-practices-commission
TRANSPORTATION and INFRASTRUCTURE COMMISSION at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89656106619
Teleconference: 1-888-788-0099 Meeting ID: 896 5610 6619
AGENDA: 5. Update, B. Discussion/Action: 1. T1 Update, 2. Election of chair, vice-chair, 3. Mission statement and work plan
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/transportation-and-infrastructure-commission
RENT BOARD MEETINGS at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84493074093?pwd=czBIeVhaekhOcllwZHo2cThBdGRGZz09
Teleconference: 1-408-638-0968 Meeting ID: 844 9307 4093 Passcode: 791964
AGENDA: 8. Appeal not heard before 7:30 pm, case no. T-5991 (2705 Ridge Road #14), 9. Action: a. Housing Element rejection by HCD, b. Eviction Moratorium.
https://rentboard.berkeleyca.gov/elected-rent-board/rent-board-meetings
Friday, February 17, 2023 – No city meetings listed
Saturday, February 18, 2023 - Beginning of 3 Day Presidents’ Day Holiday Weekend
Sunday, February 19, 2023 - Presidents’ Day Holiday Weekend
Monday, February 20, 2023 - Presidents’ Day Holiday
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AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Draft City Council agenda for 2/28/2023
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1615510345
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 161 551 0345
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.Minutes
2.Donation $5000 to Animal Shelter from Stephen and May Birch Foundation
3.Oyekanmi, Finance - Formal bid solicitations $2,220,000
4.Warhuus, HHCS – Contract $60,055 with Street Level Advisors and Strategic Economics for Housing to provide Fair Housing Analysis services 4/1/2023 – 4/1/2023
5.Garland, Public Works – Final map of Tract 8573: 2628 Shattuck for 81-unit condominium project consisting of 78 residential units and 3 commercial units
6.Garland, Public Works – Final map of Tract 8626: 2023 – 2025 Kala Bagal Way for 49-unit condominium project consisting of 48 residential units and 1 commercial unit
7.Garland, Public Works – Final map of Tract 8490: 739 Channing Way for 15-unit condominium project consisting of 10 residential units, 4 live/work units and 1 commercial unit and merge 2 existing parels at 739 Channing
8.Garland, Public Works – Bauman Lease Termination with Bauman Wellness and Settlement of Balance Due at 1007 University
9.Taplin - Support for AB-309 Social Housing update version of AB 2053
10.Harrison – Support for HR 8040: People Over the Pentagon Act – calls for reducing bloated military budget by $100 billion and just transition for workers in militarized industries
AGENDA on CONSENT:
11.ZAB Appeal 1262 Francisco, Use Permit #ZP2021-0006 and ZP#2020-0122 to add 40 sq ft on first floor and balcony on 2nd floor to an exisiting single family dwelling unit
12.Williams-Ridley, City Manager – Making Berkeley an Employer of Choice with 1) hire two Associate HR Analysts and one Assistant Analyst (cost of new staff not listed), 2) contract $250,000 with branding and marketing agency, 3) $200,000 to enhance communications and social media content including department communications
13.a. Youth Commission – Add a Youth Member to the Environment and Climate Commission. b. Billi Romain, Commission Secretary – Add a Youth member appointed and confirmed by BUSD with a referral to the City Manager to evaluate the feasibility and prepare draft language, c. Harrison – Adopt an Ordinance Amending BMC 3.82 to add two youth members recommended by BUSD and appointed by the full council.
14.Droste – Reforms to Public Comment Procedures at City Council meetings (limiting public comment). The Agenda and Rules Committee sends the measure to council with a negative recommendation to take no action.
15.Taplin, co-sponsors Bartlett, Kesarwani – Resolution Condemning a pattern of attacks targeting Black political leaders
16.Robinson, co-sponsor Humbert – Creation of an intersection daylighting policy, referral to the city manager to increase lighting at high-injury streets, intersections and seek input from the Transportation and Infrastructure Commission
17.Robinson - Approval of Public Bank East Bay Visibility Study
INFORMATION REPORTS:
18.FY 2023 First Quarter Investment Report (ended 9/30/2023)
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CITY COUNCIL Meeting at 6 pm
February 14, 2023
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison, School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1617057994
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 161 705 7994
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.2nd reading – Parking/Towing Fines & Fees Reform
2.Finance – Formal bid solicitations $2,124,000 ($75,000 Consultant Mental Health Medi-Cal Billing and CalAIM transition, $150,000 Target Case Management Consultant, $399,000 Bus transportation for summer camps, $1,500,000 Just Transition Pilot Program)
3.Sprague – Contract 47QTCA20D004Y for $200,000 3/1/2023 – 1/22/2025 not to exceed $300,000 in total with one 2 yr extension to 1/22/2027 with Public Consulting group for Professional Services related to ground emergency transport (GEMT), QAF, IGT, PP-GEMT
4.Sprague – Contract $700,000 5/1/2023 – 4/30/2025 with Forster & Kroeger Landscape Maintenance for chipping services
5.Warhuus – Revenue contract $293,705 2023 Community Services Block Grant 1/1/2023 – 5/31/2024
6.Warhuus – Contract add $228,850 from Measure P total $348,850 with Dorothy Day House for the inclement weather shelter program and amend contract 31900284 add $190,260 to operate inclement weather shelter for up to 127 nights from 12/3/2022 – 4/15/2023 for a total amount not to exceed $4,211,173
7.Warhuus – Contract $107,890 with Resources for Community Development (RCD) for MLK Jr House – Mental Health Services Act Operating Support to monitor 12-room, transition Single-Room Occupancy housing development
8.Mills Act Contract – 2523 Piedmont
9.Mills Act Contract – 2119 Marin
10.Garland – Authorize funding agreement $648,000 with AC Transit to supplement quick-build Durant Transit Lane Project
11.Arreguin – Berkeley Rotary Endowment
12.Robinson – Refer $250,000 to FY 2023 budget process for Southside Impact Nexus Study
AGENDA on ACTION
13.a. Klein – Citywide Affordable Housing Requirements (clean-up of January 17 rereading ordinance with corrections),
b. Harrison – Apply standard $45 per square foot fee on projects between 3000 and 12,000 residential square feet, exempt smaller projects of 3000 square feet or less (equivalent to 4 to 5 units) and expediate a new in lieu fee study.
INFORMATION REPORTS
14.City Manager – Referral Response: Home Share Program
15.LPO NOD 1767-1771 Alcatraz appeal expires February 14, 2023
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LAND USE CALENDAR:
Notices of Decision with End of Appeal Date
573 Santa Rosa (residential addition) 2/14/2023
1329 Albina (single family dwelling) 2/14/2023
1752 Shattuck (mixed use) 2/14/2023
1773 Oxford (multi-family building) 2/14/2023
1820 (1822-1828) San Pablo (mixed used building) 2/14/2023
Public Hearings
1262 Francisco (add 40 sq ft and 2nd story balcony) 2/28/2023
469 Kentucky (single family dwelling
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
February 21 - Local Pandemic/Endemic Update Report, Housing Preference Policy
February 28 – Zero Waste 5-Year Rate Schedule at 4 pm
March 7 - Berkeley Marina Area Specific Plan
March 14 – Annual Crime Report at 4 pm
March 21 - Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program at 4 pm, Civic Center Vision Project at 4 pm
April 18 – Hopkins Corridor Plan
May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report 5/16/2023
Unscheduled Presentations:
Climate Action Plan and Resilience Update – regular agenda March 14
City Policies for Managing Parking Around BART Stations – check with Garland
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Kelly Hammargren’s summary on what happened the preceding week can be found in the Berkeley Daily Planet under Activist’s Diary at: www.berkeleydailyplanet.com.
This meeting list is also posted at: https://www.sustainableberkeleycoalition.com/whats-ahead.html
If you would like to receive the Activist’s Calendar as soon as it is completed send an email to [email protected].
If you wish to stop receiving the weekly calendar of city meetings please forward the email you received to [email protected] with the request to be removed from the email list.
________
For Online Public Meetings
CLOSED CAPTIONING, SAVE TRANSCRIPT OVERVIEW, DIRECTIONS and ZOOM SUPPORT LINKS:
ZOOM has as part of the program - (for no extra cost) Closed Captioning (CC). It turns computer voice recognition into a transcript. Accuracy of the Closed Captioning is affected by background noise, the volume and clarity of the speaker, lexicons/wordbook and dialect of the speaker. The transcript will not be perfect, but most of the time reading through it the few words that don't fit, can be deciphered, like Shattuck was transcribed as Shadow in one recent transcript.
One advantage of ZOOM live transcription over the Captioner’s Record for City Council meetings, is that Zoom grabs the speaker’s log-in name. The City Captioner recorder (liver person typing) uses the public comment speaker’s name from the person or someone else stating the name. The person speaking is frequently not identified. The advantage of the CC Captioner’s record is familiar with Berkeley specific terms.
For the online attendee the full transcript is only available from the time the attendee activates Closed Captioning. If Closed Captioning is activated and you sit through a meeting and then remember 10 minutes before it is over to click on CC then go to the arrow/carrot next to CC for the menu and click on Show Full Transcript you will only get the last 10 minutes, not the full transcript
When you click on Show Full Transcript it will allow you to scroll up and down, so if want to go back and see what was said earlier you can do that during the meeting while the transcript is running.
At the bottom of the transcript when we as attendees are allowed to save there will be a button for, "Save Transcript," you can click on the button repeatedly throughout the meeting and it will just overwrite with the updated full transcript. Clicking on the Save Transcript repeatedly as the meeting is coming to an end is important because once the host ends the meeting, the transcript is gone if you didn't save it.
After you click on "save transcript," click on "Show In Finder." The meeting transcript will show up (as a download to your desktop) in a separate box as a text file. (These text files are not large.) After you have done your last Save Transcript and Show In Finder, after the meeting is over you can rename it the downloaded transcript and save it.
Also a meeting does not have to be recorded to allow Closed Captioning and allow to Save Transcript. Saving the transcript saves it to our own computers. Closed Captioning is completely separate from recording a meeting, therefore recording a meeting does not activate closed captioning. The meeting host can activate closed captioning and block attendees from saving the transcript. When this is done there will be no “Save Transcript” button. And, allowing attendees to save the transcript does not require the meeting host to save the transcript.
Here is the link to ZOOM Support for how to set up Closed Captioning for a meeting or webinar:
https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/8158738379917#h_01GHWATNVPW5FR304S2SVGXN2X
Here is the link to ZOOM Support for attendees in how to save Closed Captions:
https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/360060958752-Using-save-captions#h_01F5XW3BGWJAKJFWCHPPZGBD70
Worth Noting:
Directions with links to ZOOM support for activating Closed Captioning and Save Transcript are at the bottom of this calendar.
The GO to MEETINGS are the Agenda Committee at 2:30 and City Council at 6 pm on Tuesday and the North Berkeley BART housing project meeting. The BART housing meeting is offered twice at 7 pm, in-person on Wednesday and as a virtual meeting on Thursday.
- Tuesday afternoon at 2:30 pm: The Agenda Committee meets to review the City Council draft agenda for February 28. Council Draft agenda Item-12 City Manager is a request for 3 staff for HR and $450,000 for marketing and social media to enhance City of Berkeley as an employer, The Droste proposal to limit legislation will be discussed after draft agenda review.
- Tuesday evening at 6 pm: City Council meeting. Item-13 under action is the in lieu fee charged to developers for affordable housing. City Council and the Agenda Committee are recorded, use closed captioning (CC) and allow save transcript. The Youth Commission meets at 6:30 pm.
- Wednesday: The Commission on Aging meets at 1:30 pm. The 4 x 4 Committee meets at 3 pm on rent increases, demolition ordinance and evictions. The Human Welfare Commission meets at 7 pm. The in-person meeting on the North Berkeley BART Housing Project is in the BUSD Board Room at 7 pm.
- Thursday: FCPC/OGC, DRC, TIC all use CC and allow save transcript. The FCPC/OGC meets at 6 pm. All other meetings start at 7 pm. The North Berkeley BART Community meeting (same agenda as in-person meeting on Wednesday) is offered as a virtual/zoom meeting. The Design Review Committee (DRC) will review two multi-story mixed-use projects: a 6-story with 127 units on Telegraph at Webster and the 25-story with 326 units on Shattuck at Allston. T1 is on the Transportation and Infrastructure Commission (TIC). The Rent Board also all meets.
A public request was sent to record one of the BART meetings and to allow Closed Captioning and Save Transcript at the virtual meeting on Thursday.
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND SPECIAL EVENTS
Sunday, February 12, 2023 – Super Bowl 3:30 pm
Monday, February 13, 2023 – Lincoln’s Birthday, A Berkeley City Holiday,
Tuesday, February 14, 2023
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1615510345
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 161 551 0345
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 2/28/2023 draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda after meeting calendar, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Work Sessions, 6. Referrals to Agenda Committee for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, REFERRED ITEMS FOR REVIEW: 8. COVID, 9. Droste – Bureaucratic Effectiveness and Referral Improvement and Prioritization Effort (BE RIPE) – measure which limits council members to one (1) legislative proposal per year and the mayor to (2) legislative proposals per year, UNSCHEDULED ITEMS: 11. Supporting Commissions, Guidance on Legislative Proposals, 12. Discussion Regarding Design and Strengthening of Policy Committees (including Budget Referrals)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison, School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1617057994
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 161 705 7994
AGENDA: Use the link and choose the html option or see the agenda listed after the calendar of meetings.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
YOUTH COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87640969306?
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 or 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 876 4096 9306 Passcode: 228517
AGENDA: 9. Work Plan – Mental Health Resources at BHS
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/youth-commission
Wednesday, February 15, 2023
COMMISSION on AGING at 1:30 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1614800144
Teleconference: 1669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 161 480 0144 Passcode: 825132
AGENDA: Discussion/Action Items: 4. Election Chair/Vice-Chair, 5. Commissioner Reports, 6. Preservation and/or development of community environment in subsidized senior housing facilities, 7. Increase of Aging Services funding proportional to increase in senior residents in Berkeley, 8. Letter to Parks, Recreation & Waterfront Commission for possible senior center outdoor spaces reserved for senior center classes specifically Ohlone Park on Bonita Way, 10. Future options for senior housing, 10. Update Hopkins Corridor.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-aging
4x4 JOINT TASK FORCE COMMITTEE ON HOUSING: Rent Board/City Council at 3pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83758415401?pwd=TVdxY2xwUkRnVHFzTllXK21Yb3JPZz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 837 5841 5401 Passcode: 702926
AGENDA: Discussion and possible action: 6. Arreguin - Expiration of the Eviction Moratorium and amendments to the COVID-19 Emergency Response Ordinance, 7. Simon-Weisberg – Moratorium on rent increases, 8. Buckley Planning – Amendments to the Demolition Ordinance.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/4x4-joint-task-force-committee-housing
HUMAN WELFARE AND COMMUNITY ACTION COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/4863098496
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 486 309 8496
AGENDA: 5. Approve 2023 Community Block Grants, 6. Review Financial Reports Bay Area Outreach & Recreation Program, 7. Update mechanism for City employees and service providers to communicate, 8. Requirements for contracted non-profit service providers and transparency of grant reports, 9. Eligibility for service as representative of the poor, 10. Accessibility and availability of materials on city website, 11. Accessibility quality assessment program to handle non-conforming public facilities and complaints from seniors and disabled people over substandard services.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/human-welfare-and-community-action-commission
NORTH BERKELEY BART COMMUNITY MEETING from 7 – 8:30 pm
In-Person at 1231 Addison, BUSD Board Room
AGENDA: 1. Welcome, 2. Review of Objective Design Standards (ODS) Process and Timeline, 3. Development Team Presentation: Introduction of Development Team - BRIDGE Housing, East Bay Asian Local Development Corporation (EBALDC) Berkeley Food & Housing Project and AvalonBay Communities, Presentation of North Berkeley Housing Partners Development Concept, 4. Small group Breakout Sessions, 5. Next Steps.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/n-berkeley-bart-community-meeting-person
Thursday, February 16, 2023
LAND USE, HOUSING & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT at 10:30 am
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1605017520
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 Meeting ID: 160 501 7520
AGENDA: 3. Discussion and possible action on changing meeting to first Monday of the month at 10 am. (no other scheduled items).
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-land-use-housing-economic-development
NORTH BERKELEY BART COMMUNITY MEETING from 7 – 8:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84090881838
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 ID: 840 9088 1838
AGENDA: 1. Welcome, 2. Review of Objective Design Standards (ODS) Process and Timeline, 3. Development Team Presentation: Introduction of Development Team - BRIDGE Housing, East Bay Asian Local Development Corporation (EBALDC) Berkeley Food & Housing Project and AvalonBay Communities, Presentation of North Berkeley Housing Partners Development Concept, 4. Small group Breakout Sessions, 5. Next Steps.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/n-berkeley-bart-community-meeting-person
DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83912228659
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 839 1222 8659
AGENDA: 1. 3031 Telegraph at Webster – review modification – To demolish existing commercial building and construct a 6-story 100,992 sq ft mixed-use building with 127 units (including 9 very low income units), 1921 sq ft commercial space, 7622 sq ft usable open space, 64 bicycle parking spaces, 19 vehicular parking spaces
2. 2190 Shattuck at Allston – To redevelop 19,967 sq ft site (demolish Walgreens) with proposed 25-story building with 326 units residential units, 7500 sq ft retail space, 51 parking spaces in single level subterranean garage
3. 2996 Telegraph at Ashby – To construct new 960 sq ft self-service, single bay, roll-over automated car wash with 2 EV charging stalls, new landscaping, revisions to parking stripping.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/design-review-committee
FAIR CAMPAIGN PRACTICES COMMITTEE (FCPC) / OPEN GOVERNMENT COMMISSION (OGC) at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88456418606
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 884 5641 8606
AGENDA: 6. Biennial adjustment of Berkeley Election Reform Act (BERA) dollar amounts for cost of living adjustment BMC 2.12.545, 7. Report from subcommittee on contribution limits, 8. OGC reports, 9. Letter to council regarding commission posting of meeting minutes, 10. Use of Live Transcription for teleconferenced meetings, discussion and possible action, 11. Possible changes to public commenting practices for City Council meetings. 12. Election of chair, vice-chair.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/fair-campaign-practices-commission
TRANSPORTATION and INFRASTRUCTURE COMMISSION at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89656106619
Teleconference: 1-888-788-0099 Meeting ID: 896 5610 6619
AGENDA: 5. Update, B. Discussion/Action: 1. T1 Update, 2. Election of chair, vice-chair, 3. Mission statement and work plan
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/transportation-and-infrastructure-commission
RENT BOARD MEETINGS at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84493074093?pwd=czBIeVhaekhOcllwZHo2cThBdGRGZz09
Teleconference: 1-408-638-0968 Meeting ID: 844 9307 4093 Passcode: 791964
AGENDA: 8. Appeal not heard before 7:30 pm, case no. T-5991 (2705 Ridge Road #14), 9. Action: a. Housing Element rejection by HCD, b. Eviction Moratorium.
https://rentboard.berkeleyca.gov/elected-rent-board/rent-board-meetings
Friday, February 17, 2023 – No city meetings listed
Saturday, February 18, 2023 - Beginning of 3 Day Presidents’ Day Holiday Weekend
Sunday, February 19, 2023 - Presidents’ Day Holiday Weekend
Monday, February 20, 2023 - Presidents’ Day Holiday
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AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Draft City Council agenda for 2/28/2023
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1615510345
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 161 551 0345
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.Minutes
2.Donation $5000 to Animal Shelter from Stephen and May Birch Foundation
3.Oyekanmi, Finance - Formal bid solicitations $2,220,000
4.Warhuus, HHCS – Contract $60,055 with Street Level Advisors and Strategic Economics for Housing to provide Fair Housing Analysis services 4/1/2023 – 4/1/2023
5.Garland, Public Works – Final map of Tract 8573: 2628 Shattuck for 81-unit condominium project consisting of 78 residential units and 3 commercial units
6.Garland, Public Works – Final map of Tract 8626: 2023 – 2025 Kala Bagal Way for 49-unit condominium project consisting of 48 residential units and 1 commercial unit
7.Garland, Public Works – Final map of Tract 8490: 739 Channing Way for 15-unit condominium project consisting of 10 residential units, 4 live/work units and 1 commercial unit and merge 2 existing parels at 739 Channing
8.Garland, Public Works – Bauman Lease Termination with Bauman Wellness and Settlement of Balance Due at 1007 University
9.Taplin - Support for AB-309 Social Housing update version of AB 2053
10.Harrison – Support for HR 8040: People Over the Pentagon Act – calls for reducing bloated military budget by $100 billion and just transition for workers in militarized industries
AGENDA on CONSENT:
11.ZAB Appeal 1262 Francisco, Use Permit #ZP2021-0006 and ZP#2020-0122 to add 40 sq ft on first floor and balcony on 2nd floor to an exisiting single family dwelling unit
12.Williams-Ridley, City Manager – Making Berkeley an Employer of Choice with 1) hire two Associate HR Analysts and one Assistant Analyst (cost of new staff not listed), 2) contract $250,000 with branding and marketing agency, 3) $200,000 to enhance communications and social media content including department communications
13.a. Youth Commission – Add a Youth Member to the Environment and Climate Commission. b. Billi Romain, Commission Secretary – Add a Youth member appointed and confirmed by BUSD with a referral to the City Manager to evaluate the feasibility and prepare draft language, c. Harrison – Adopt an Ordinance Amending BMC 3.82 to add two youth members recommended by BUSD and appointed by the full council.
14.Droste – Reforms to Public Comment Procedures at City Council meetings (limiting public comment). The Agenda and Rules Committee sends the measure to council with a negative recommendation to take no action.
15.Taplin, co-sponsors Bartlett, Kesarwani – Resolution Condemning a pattern of attacks targeting Black political leaders
16.Robinson, co-sponsor Humbert – Creation of an intersection daylighting policy, referral to the city manager to increase lighting at high-injury streets, intersections and seek input from the Transportation and Infrastructure Commission
17.Robinson - Approval of Public Bank East Bay Visibility Study
INFORMATION REPORTS:
18.FY 2023 First Quarter Investment Report (ended 9/30/2023)
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CITY COUNCIL Meeting at 6 pm
February 14, 2023
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison, School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1617057994
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 161 705 7994
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.2nd reading – Parking/Towing Fines & Fees Reform
2.Finance – Formal bid solicitations $2,124,000 ($75,000 Consultant Mental Health Medi-Cal Billing and CalAIM transition, $150,000 Target Case Management Consultant, $399,000 Bus transportation for summer camps, $1,500,000 Just Transition Pilot Program)
3.Sprague – Contract 47QTCA20D004Y for $200,000 3/1/2023 – 1/22/2025 not to exceed $300,000 in total with one 2 yr extension to 1/22/2027 with Public Consulting group for Professional Services related to ground emergency transport (GEMT), QAF, IGT, PP-GEMT
4.Sprague – Contract $700,000 5/1/2023 – 4/30/2025 with Forster & Kroeger Landscape Maintenance for chipping services
5.Warhuus – Revenue contract $293,705 2023 Community Services Block Grant 1/1/2023 – 5/31/2024
6.Warhuus – Contract add $228,850 from Measure P total $348,850 with Dorothy Day House for the inclement weather shelter program and amend contract 31900284 add $190,260 to operate inclement weather shelter for up to 127 nights from 12/3/2022 – 4/15/2023 for a total amount not to exceed $4,211,173
7.Warhuus – Contract $107,890 with Resources for Community Development (RCD) for MLK Jr House – Mental Health Services Act Operating Support to monitor 12-room, transition Single-Room Occupancy housing development
8.Mills Act Contract – 2523 Piedmont
9.Mills Act Contract – 2119 Marin
10.Garland – Authorize funding agreement $648,000 with AC Transit to supplement quick-build Durant Transit Lane Project
11.Arreguin – Berkeley Rotary Endowment
12.Robinson – Refer $250,000 to FY 2023 budget process for Southside Impact Nexus Study
AGENDA on ACTION
13.a. Klein – Citywide Affordable Housing Requirements (clean-up of January 17 rereading ordinance with corrections),
b. Harrison – Apply standard $45 per square foot fee on projects between 3000 and 12,000 residential square feet, exempt smaller projects of 3000 square feet or less (equivalent to 4 to 5 units) and expediate a new in lieu fee study.
INFORMATION REPORTS
14.City Manager – Referral Response: Home Share Program
15.LPO NOD 1767-1771 Alcatraz appeal expires February 14, 2023
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LAND USE CALENDAR:
Notices of Decision with End of Appeal Date
573 Santa Rosa (residential addition) 2/14/2023
1329 Albina (single family dwelling) 2/14/2023
1752 Shattuck (mixed use) 2/14/2023
1773 Oxford (multi-family building) 2/14/2023
1820 (1822-1828) San Pablo (mixed used building) 2/14/2023
Public Hearings
1262 Francisco (add 40 sq ft and 2nd story balcony) 2/28/2023
469 Kentucky (single family dwelling
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
February 21 - Local Pandemic/Endemic Update Report, Housing Preference Policy
February 28 – Zero Waste 5-Year Rate Schedule at 4 pm
March 7 - Berkeley Marina Area Specific Plan
March 14 – Annual Crime Report at 4 pm
March 21 - Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program at 4 pm, Civic Center Vision Project at 4 pm
April 18 – Hopkins Corridor Plan
May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report 5/16/2023
Unscheduled Presentations:
Climate Action Plan and Resilience Update – regular agenda March 14
City Policies for Managing Parking Around BART Stations – check with Garland
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Kelly Hammargren’s summary on what happened the preceding week can be found in the Berkeley Daily Planet under Activist’s Diary at: www.berkeleydailyplanet.com.
This meeting list is also posted at: https://www.sustainableberkeleycoalition.com/whats-ahead.html
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CLOSED CAPTIONING, SAVE TRANSCRIPT OVERVIEW, DIRECTIONS and ZOOM SUPPORT LINKS:
ZOOM has as part of the program - (for no extra cost) Closed Captioning (CC). It turns computer voice recognition into a transcript. Accuracy of the Closed Captioning is affected by background noise, the volume and clarity of the speaker, lexicons/wordbook and dialect of the speaker. The transcript will not be perfect, but most of the time reading through it the few words that don't fit, can be deciphered, like Shattuck was transcribed as Shadow in one recent transcript.
One advantage of ZOOM live transcription over the Captioner’s Record for City Council meetings, is that Zoom grabs the speaker’s log-in name. The City Captioner recorder (liver person typing) uses the public comment speaker’s name from the person or someone else stating the name. The person speaking is frequently not identified. The advantage of the CC Captioner’s record is familiar with Berkeley specific terms.
For the online attendee the full transcript is only available from the time the attendee activates Closed Captioning. If Closed Captioning is activated and you sit through a meeting and then remember 10 minutes before it is over to click on CC then go to the arrow/carrot next to CC for the menu and click on Show Full Transcript you will only get the last 10 minutes, not the full transcript
When you click on Show Full Transcript it will allow you to scroll up and down, so if want to go back and see what was said earlier you can do that during the meeting while the transcript is running.
At the bottom of the transcript when we as attendees are allowed to save there will be a button for, "Save Transcript," you can click on the button repeatedly throughout the meeting and it will just overwrite with the updated full transcript. Clicking on the Save Transcript repeatedly as the meeting is coming to an end is important because once the host ends the meeting, the transcript is gone if you didn't save it.
After you click on "save transcript," click on "Show In Finder." The meeting transcript will show up (as a download to your desktop) in a separate box as a text file. (These text files are not large.) After you have done your last Save Transcript and Show In Finder, after the meeting is over you can rename it the downloaded transcript and save it.
Also a meeting does not have to be recorded to allow Closed Captioning and allow to Save Transcript. Saving the transcript saves it to our own computers. Closed Captioning is completely separate from recording a meeting, therefore recording a meeting does not activate closed captioning. The meeting host can activate closed captioning and block attendees from saving the transcript. When this is done there will be no “Save Transcript” button. And, allowing attendees to save the transcript does not require the meeting host to save the transcript.
Here is the link to ZOOM Support for how to set up Closed Captioning for a meeting or webinar:
https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/8158738379917#h_01GHWATNVPW5FR304S2SVGXN2X
Here is the link to ZOOM Support for attendees in how to save Closed Captions:
https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/360060958752-Using-save-captions#h_01F5XW3BGWJAKJFWCHPPZGBD70
February 5, 2023 - February 12, 2023
Worth Noting:
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
Directions with links to ZOOM support for activating Closed Captioning and Save Transcript are at the bottom of this calendar.
City Council February 14 regular meeting agenda is available for review and comment. Use the link and then choose the Html option or see the agenda listed at the end of the calendar.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Survey: Bay Ferry 2050 Public Survey https://www.bayferry2050.org/survey
BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND SPECIAL EVENTS
Sunday, February 5, 2023 – No city meetings listed
Monday, February 6, 2023
COMMUNITY FOR A CULTURAL CIVIC CENTER (CCCC) from 9:30 – 10:30 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89514619642?pwd=S2UvdWpmZWY5UFV1NDBiZndoY0JaZz09
Teleconference: not provided
AGENDA: Civic Center Vision Plan Update
https://berkeleycccc.org/
CITY / UC / STUDENT RELATIONS COMMITTEE at 1 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84528225869
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 845 2822 5869
AGENDA: 4. Southside Complete Streets update, 5. Community safety, including street lighting and blue light emergency phones, 6. LRDP (Long Range Development Plan) priorities discussion.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/cityucstudent-relations-committee
PEACE AND JUSTICE COMMISSION at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82123739711
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 821 2373 9711
AGENDA: 5. Commission & Cahir updates, 6. Secretary’s report, 7. Election chair, vice-chair, 8. Discuss and pass resolution of support for dis-credit bad checks, 9. Japanese Day of Remembrance, 10. Shellmound issues and Land Acknowledgement, 11. Update on Reproductive Services and Education Access Survey, 12. Update on BUSD Ethnic Studies, 13. Seating needed for Berkeley Offices.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/peace-and-justice-commission
PERSONNEL BOARD at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85488360271?pwd=SUk3L0JqalFuaUdjSW0zaWxiRCsyUT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 854 8836 0271 Passcode: 172741
AGENDA: V. Election chair, vice-chair, VI. Recommendation to increase salary range for unrepresented camp staff classifications in unit x1, VII. Recommendation to revise the Assistant Aquatics Coordinator Classification.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/personnel-board
Tuesday, February 7, 2023 - President Biden, State of the Union at 6 pm
Wednesday, February 8, 2023
PARKS, RECREATION and WATERFRONT COMMISSION at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89698730836
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 896 9873 0836
AGENDA: 6. Chair report, 7. Election chair, vice-chair, 8. Director Ferris report, 9. Presentation: Animal care issues at city parks, 11. Return to in-person meetings, 12. Create a subcommittee on dog parks.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/parks-recreation-and-waterfront-commission
POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD at 6:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82653396072
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 826 5359 6072
AGENDA: 3. Public comment on agenda and non-agenda items, 5. ODPA staff reports, 6. Chair and Board member reports, 7. Police Chief report, 8. Subcommittee reports on Policy and Practices related to Downtown Task Force and Bike Unit, 9. a. Update PAB retreat and training, b. Review of Drone Policy, c. Notice of Policy Complaint, 10. Public comment, 11. CLOSED Session.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
Thursday, February 9, 2023
BUDGET & FINANCE Committee at 10 am
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1619021675
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 161 902 1675
AGENDA: 2. Election Chair, 3. Presentation on State of CA Encampment Resolution Funding Program and grant submittal including local match $5,000,000 Measure P revenue, 4. Update Measure P, 5.a. Sugar Sweetened Beverage Panel of Experts – Allocating $3,000,000 of funds, b. City Manager – Allocating $2,000,000 of funds.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-budget-finance
CIVIC CENTER VISION Meeting from 11:30 am – 12:30 am
Super Subcommittee Meeting of Commissions - Landmarks Preservation Commission (LPC), Civic Arts Commission, Transportation and Infrastructure Commission and Parks, Recreation and Waterfront Commission
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89543804476?pwd=THV0TitYdVFSUFVxYzZxQWZBSEJudz09
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 or 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 895 4380 4476 Passcode: 528648
AGENDA: Presentation on Civic Center Park, Maudelle Shirik and Veterans Building, Comments from subcommittee members, public comment (1 minute per speaker)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/our-work/capital-projects/civic-center-vision-plan-project
Invite - https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/civic-center-vision-meeting-0
SPECIALIZED CARE UNIT (SCU) COMMUNITY DIALOGUE from 6 pm – 7:30 pm
Videoconference: http://bit.ly/3D1Ro5o
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 Meeting ID: 160 934 4145 Passcode: 593500
AGENDA: Program background, next steps, Q&A, the SCU is a 24/7 non-police mental health and substance use crisis response team, implemented in partnership with Bonita House.
Questions email [email protected]
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/specialized-care-unit-community-dialogue
ZONING ADJUSTMENTS BOARD at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82313096535
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 or 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 823 1309 6535
AGENDA: 3. 2506 Haste Street – on consent – #ZP2022-0074 - add a cannabis consumption lounge and amplified live music to an existing cannabis retail storefront.
4. 1341 Addison – on consent – #ZP2022-0089 - construct addition for new dwelling unit convert single-family dwelling to a 2-story (23 feet) 3500 sq ft duplex with 6 bedrooms total and 2 off-street parking spaces.
5. 0 (919) Camelia – on action – staff recommend approve - #ZP2022-0020 – to construct a 6,989 sq ft 3-story (39 ft), 3-unit live/work building and 3 parking spaces on 3510 sq ft vacant lot.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zoning-adjustments-board
Friday, February 10, 2023 – Reduced City Services Day, no city meetings listed
Saturday, February 11, 2023
Berkeley Neighborhoods Council at 10 am
Videoconference:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/4223188307?pwd=dFlNMVlVZ2d6b0FnSHh3ZlFwV2NMdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 8422 318 8307 Passcode: 521161
AGENDA: not posted, check later in the week
https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/
Sunday, February 12, 2023 - No city meetings listed
Monday, February 13, 2023 – City offices closed, Lincoln’s birthday
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CITY COUNCIL Meeting at 6 pm
February 14, 2023
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison, School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1617057994
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 161 705 7994
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.2nd reading – Parking/Towing Fines & Fees Reform
2.Finance – Formal bid solicitations $2,124,000 ($75,000 Consultant Mental Health Medi-Cal Billing and CalAIM transition, $150,000 Target Case Management Consultant, $399,000 Bus transportation for summer camps, $1,500,000 Just Transition Pilot Program)
3.Sprague – Contract 47QTCA20D004Y for $200,000 3/1/2023 – 1/22/2025 not to exceed $300,000 in total with one 2 yr extension to 1/22/2027 with Public Consulting group for Professional Services related to ground emergency transport (GEMT), QAF, IGT, PP-GEMT
4.Sprague – Contract $700,000 5/1/2023 – 4/30/2025 with Forster & Kroeger Landscape Maintenance for chipping services
5.Warhuus – Revenue contract $293,705 2023 Community Services Block Grant 1/1/2023 – 5/31/2024
6.Warhuus – Contract add $228,850 from Measure P total $348,850 with Dorothy Day House for the inclement weather shelter program and amend contract 31900284 add $190,260 to operate inclement weather shelter for up to 127 nights from 12/3/2022 – 4/15/2023 for a total amount not to exceed $4,211,173
7.Warhuus – Contract $107,890 with Resources for Community Development (RCD) for MLK Jr House – Mental Health Services Act Operating Support to monitor 12-room, transition Single-Room Occupancy housing development
8.Mills Act Contract – 2523 Piedmont
9.Mills Act Contract – 2119 Marin
10.Garland – Authorize funding agreement $648,000 with AC Transit to supplement quick-build Durant Transit Lane Project
11.Arreguin – Berkeley Rotary Endowment
12.Robinson – Refer $250,000 to FY 2023 budget process for Southside Impact Nexus Study
AGENDA on ACTION
13.a. Klein – Citywide Affordable Housing Requirements (clean-up of January 17 rereading ordinance with corrections),
b. Harrison – Apply standard $45 per square foot fee on projects between 3000 and 12,000 residential square feet, exempt smaller projects of 3000 square feet or less (equivalent to 4 to 5 units) and expediate a new in lieu fee study.
INFORMATION REPORTS
14.City Manager – Referral Response: Home Share Program
15.LPO NOD 1767-1771 Alcatraz appeal expires February 14, 2023
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LAND USE CALENDAR:
Public Hearings
1262 Francisco (add 40 sq ft and 2nd story balcony) 2/28/2023
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
February 21 - Local Pandemic/Endemic Update Report, Housing Preference Policy
February 28 – Zero Waste 5-Year Rate Schedule at 4 pm
March 7 - Berkeley Marina Area Specific Plan
March 14 – Annual Crime Report at 4 pm
March 21 - Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program at 4 pm, Civic Center Vision Project at 4 pm
April 18 – Hopkins Corridor Plan
May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report 5/16/2023
Unscheduled Presentations:
Climate Action Plan and Resilience Update – regular agenda March 14
City Policies for Managing Parking Around BART Stations – check with Garland
CLOSED CAPTIONING, SAVE TRANSCRIPT OVERVIEW, DIRECTIONS AND ZOOM SUPPORT LINKS:
ZOOM has as part of the program - (no extra cost) closed captioning. It is computer voice recognition. Accuracy of the closed captioning is affected by background noise, the volume and clarity of the speaker, lexicons/wordbook and dialect of the speaker. The transcript will not be perfect, but most of the time reading through it the few words that don't fit, can be deciphered, like Shattuck was transcribed as Shadow in one recent transcript.
For the attendee the full transcript is only available from the time it is activated. If closed captioning is activated and you sit through a meeting and then remember 10 minutes before it is over to click on CC then go to the arrow/carrot for the menu and click on show full transcript you will only get the last 10 minutes, not the full transcript
When you click on show full transcript it will allow you to scroll up and down, so if want to go back and see what was said earlier you can do that during the meeting while the transcript is running.
At the bottom of the transcript when we as attendees are allowed to save there will be a button, "save transcript," you can click on the button repeatedly throughout the meeting and it will just overwrite with the updated full transcript. clicking on the save transcript repeatedly as the meeting is coming to an end is important because once the host ends the meeting, the transcript is gone if you didn't save it.
After you click on "save transcript," click on "show in finder." It will show up in a separate box as a text file. (these text files are not large.) After you have done your last save transcript and show in finder, after the meeting is over you can rename it and save it.
A meeting does not have to be recorded to allow closed captioning and allow save transcript. Saving the transcript saves it to our own computers. Closed Captioning is completely separate from recording a meeting, therefore recording a meeting does not activate closed captioning. The meeting host can activate closed captioning and block attendees from saving the transcript. When this is done there will be no “save transcript” button. Allowing attendees to save the transcript does not require the meeting host to save the transcript.
Here is the link to ZOOM support in how to set up closed captioning for a meeting or webinar:
https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/8158738379917#h_01GHWATNVPW5FR304S2SVGXN2X
Here is the link to ZOOM support for attendees in how to save closed captions:
https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/360060958752-Using-save-captions#h_01F5XW3BGWJAKJFWCHPPZGBD70
Worth Noting:
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
Directions with links to ZOOM support for activating Closed Captioning and Save Transcript are at the bottom of this calendar.
- Monday: At 9:30 am CCCC is getting an update on Civic Center Vision progress prior to the meeting for the commissions’ super subcommittee. The City/UC/Student Committee aka 4 x 6 meets at 1 pm on Southside streets, lighting, blue phones. The Peace and Justice Commission and Personnel Board meet at 7 pm. The Peace and Justice Commission usually activates closed captioning and save live transcription.
- Tuesday: No city meetings listed. President Biden’s State of the Union is at 6 pm.
- Wednesday: The Police Accountability Board (PAB) meets at 6:30 pm. The PAB is recorded and has CC and save transcript. The Parks, Recreation and Waterfront Commission meets at 7 pm. Parks Commission is never recorded and staff have declined to turn on closed captioning when requested.
- Thursday: The Budget & Finance Committee meets at 10 am. This meeting has audio recording, closed captioning and save live transcription. The Civic Center Visioning commissions’ super subcommittee meets at 11:30 am. Recording and closed captioning status is unknown. The community meeting on the Special Care Unit is at 6 pm. Recording and closed captioning status is unknown. The Zoning Adjustment Board (ZAB) meets at 7 pm with one project listed under action. ZAB is recorded and has closed captioning and save transcript.
- Saturday: The Berkeley Neighborhoods Council (BNC) meets at 10 am. These meetings are recorded and posted on the BNC website.
City Council February 14 regular meeting agenda is available for review and comment. Use the link and then choose the Html option or see the agenda listed at the end of the calendar.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Survey: Bay Ferry 2050 Public Survey https://www.bayferry2050.org/survey
BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND SPECIAL EVENTS
Sunday, February 5, 2023 – No city meetings listed
Monday, February 6, 2023
COMMUNITY FOR A CULTURAL CIVIC CENTER (CCCC) from 9:30 – 10:30 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89514619642?pwd=S2UvdWpmZWY5UFV1NDBiZndoY0JaZz09
Teleconference: not provided
AGENDA: Civic Center Vision Plan Update
https://berkeleycccc.org/
CITY / UC / STUDENT RELATIONS COMMITTEE at 1 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84528225869
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 845 2822 5869
AGENDA: 4. Southside Complete Streets update, 5. Community safety, including street lighting and blue light emergency phones, 6. LRDP (Long Range Development Plan) priorities discussion.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/cityucstudent-relations-committee
PEACE AND JUSTICE COMMISSION at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82123739711
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 821 2373 9711
AGENDA: 5. Commission & Cahir updates, 6. Secretary’s report, 7. Election chair, vice-chair, 8. Discuss and pass resolution of support for dis-credit bad checks, 9. Japanese Day of Remembrance, 10. Shellmound issues and Land Acknowledgement, 11. Update on Reproductive Services and Education Access Survey, 12. Update on BUSD Ethnic Studies, 13. Seating needed for Berkeley Offices.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/peace-and-justice-commission
PERSONNEL BOARD at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85488360271?pwd=SUk3L0JqalFuaUdjSW0zaWxiRCsyUT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 854 8836 0271 Passcode: 172741
AGENDA: V. Election chair, vice-chair, VI. Recommendation to increase salary range for unrepresented camp staff classifications in unit x1, VII. Recommendation to revise the Assistant Aquatics Coordinator Classification.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/personnel-board
Tuesday, February 7, 2023 - President Biden, State of the Union at 6 pm
Wednesday, February 8, 2023
PARKS, RECREATION and WATERFRONT COMMISSION at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89698730836
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 896 9873 0836
AGENDA: 6. Chair report, 7. Election chair, vice-chair, 8. Director Ferris report, 9. Presentation: Animal care issues at city parks, 11. Return to in-person meetings, 12. Create a subcommittee on dog parks.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/parks-recreation-and-waterfront-commission
POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD at 6:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82653396072
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 826 5359 6072
AGENDA: 3. Public comment on agenda and non-agenda items, 5. ODPA staff reports, 6. Chair and Board member reports, 7. Police Chief report, 8. Subcommittee reports on Policy and Practices related to Downtown Task Force and Bike Unit, 9. a. Update PAB retreat and training, b. Review of Drone Policy, c. Notice of Policy Complaint, 10. Public comment, 11. CLOSED Session.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
Thursday, February 9, 2023
BUDGET & FINANCE Committee at 10 am
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1619021675
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 161 902 1675
AGENDA: 2. Election Chair, 3. Presentation on State of CA Encampment Resolution Funding Program and grant submittal including local match $5,000,000 Measure P revenue, 4. Update Measure P, 5.a. Sugar Sweetened Beverage Panel of Experts – Allocating $3,000,000 of funds, b. City Manager – Allocating $2,000,000 of funds.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-budget-finance
CIVIC CENTER VISION Meeting from 11:30 am – 12:30 am
Super Subcommittee Meeting of Commissions - Landmarks Preservation Commission (LPC), Civic Arts Commission, Transportation and Infrastructure Commission and Parks, Recreation and Waterfront Commission
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89543804476?pwd=THV0TitYdVFSUFVxYzZxQWZBSEJudz09
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 or 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 895 4380 4476 Passcode: 528648
AGENDA: Presentation on Civic Center Park, Maudelle Shirik and Veterans Building, Comments from subcommittee members, public comment (1 minute per speaker)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/our-work/capital-projects/civic-center-vision-plan-project
Invite - https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/civic-center-vision-meeting-0
SPECIALIZED CARE UNIT (SCU) COMMUNITY DIALOGUE from 6 pm – 7:30 pm
Videoconference: http://bit.ly/3D1Ro5o
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 Meeting ID: 160 934 4145 Passcode: 593500
AGENDA: Program background, next steps, Q&A, the SCU is a 24/7 non-police mental health and substance use crisis response team, implemented in partnership with Bonita House.
Questions email [email protected]
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/specialized-care-unit-community-dialogue
ZONING ADJUSTMENTS BOARD at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82313096535
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 or 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 823 1309 6535
AGENDA: 3. 2506 Haste Street – on consent – #ZP2022-0074 - add a cannabis consumption lounge and amplified live music to an existing cannabis retail storefront.
4. 1341 Addison – on consent – #ZP2022-0089 - construct addition for new dwelling unit convert single-family dwelling to a 2-story (23 feet) 3500 sq ft duplex with 6 bedrooms total and 2 off-street parking spaces.
5. 0 (919) Camelia – on action – staff recommend approve - #ZP2022-0020 – to construct a 6,989 sq ft 3-story (39 ft), 3-unit live/work building and 3 parking spaces on 3510 sq ft vacant lot.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zoning-adjustments-board
Friday, February 10, 2023 – Reduced City Services Day, no city meetings listed
Saturday, February 11, 2023
Berkeley Neighborhoods Council at 10 am
Videoconference:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/4223188307?pwd=dFlNMVlVZ2d6b0FnSHh3ZlFwV2NMdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 8422 318 8307 Passcode: 521161
AGENDA: not posted, check later in the week
https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/
Sunday, February 12, 2023 - No city meetings listed
Monday, February 13, 2023 – City offices closed, Lincoln’s birthday
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CITY COUNCIL Meeting at 6 pm
February 14, 2023
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison, School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1617057994
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 161 705 7994
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.2nd reading – Parking/Towing Fines & Fees Reform
2.Finance – Formal bid solicitations $2,124,000 ($75,000 Consultant Mental Health Medi-Cal Billing and CalAIM transition, $150,000 Target Case Management Consultant, $399,000 Bus transportation for summer camps, $1,500,000 Just Transition Pilot Program)
3.Sprague – Contract 47QTCA20D004Y for $200,000 3/1/2023 – 1/22/2025 not to exceed $300,000 in total with one 2 yr extension to 1/22/2027 with Public Consulting group for Professional Services related to ground emergency transport (GEMT), QAF, IGT, PP-GEMT
4.Sprague – Contract $700,000 5/1/2023 – 4/30/2025 with Forster & Kroeger Landscape Maintenance for chipping services
5.Warhuus – Revenue contract $293,705 2023 Community Services Block Grant 1/1/2023 – 5/31/2024
6.Warhuus – Contract add $228,850 from Measure P total $348,850 with Dorothy Day House for the inclement weather shelter program and amend contract 31900284 add $190,260 to operate inclement weather shelter for up to 127 nights from 12/3/2022 – 4/15/2023 for a total amount not to exceed $4,211,173
7.Warhuus – Contract $107,890 with Resources for Community Development (RCD) for MLK Jr House – Mental Health Services Act Operating Support to monitor 12-room, transition Single-Room Occupancy housing development
8.Mills Act Contract – 2523 Piedmont
9.Mills Act Contract – 2119 Marin
10.Garland – Authorize funding agreement $648,000 with AC Transit to supplement quick-build Durant Transit Lane Project
11.Arreguin – Berkeley Rotary Endowment
12.Robinson – Refer $250,000 to FY 2023 budget process for Southside Impact Nexus Study
AGENDA on ACTION
13.a. Klein – Citywide Affordable Housing Requirements (clean-up of January 17 rereading ordinance with corrections),
b. Harrison – Apply standard $45 per square foot fee on projects between 3000 and 12,000 residential square feet, exempt smaller projects of 3000 square feet or less (equivalent to 4 to 5 units) and expediate a new in lieu fee study.
INFORMATION REPORTS
14.City Manager – Referral Response: Home Share Program
15.LPO NOD 1767-1771 Alcatraz appeal expires February 14, 2023
+++++++++++++++++++
LAND USE CALENDAR:
Public Hearings
1262 Francisco (add 40 sq ft and 2nd story balcony) 2/28/2023
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
February 21 - Local Pandemic/Endemic Update Report, Housing Preference Policy
February 28 – Zero Waste 5-Year Rate Schedule at 4 pm
March 7 - Berkeley Marina Area Specific Plan
March 14 – Annual Crime Report at 4 pm
March 21 - Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program at 4 pm, Civic Center Vision Project at 4 pm
April 18 – Hopkins Corridor Plan
May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report 5/16/2023
Unscheduled Presentations:
Climate Action Plan and Resilience Update – regular agenda March 14
City Policies for Managing Parking Around BART Stations – check with Garland
CLOSED CAPTIONING, SAVE TRANSCRIPT OVERVIEW, DIRECTIONS AND ZOOM SUPPORT LINKS:
ZOOM has as part of the program - (no extra cost) closed captioning. It is computer voice recognition. Accuracy of the closed captioning is affected by background noise, the volume and clarity of the speaker, lexicons/wordbook and dialect of the speaker. The transcript will not be perfect, but most of the time reading through it the few words that don't fit, can be deciphered, like Shattuck was transcribed as Shadow in one recent transcript.
For the attendee the full transcript is only available from the time it is activated. If closed captioning is activated and you sit through a meeting and then remember 10 minutes before it is over to click on CC then go to the arrow/carrot for the menu and click on show full transcript you will only get the last 10 minutes, not the full transcript
When you click on show full transcript it will allow you to scroll up and down, so if want to go back and see what was said earlier you can do that during the meeting while the transcript is running.
At the bottom of the transcript when we as attendees are allowed to save there will be a button, "save transcript," you can click on the button repeatedly throughout the meeting and it will just overwrite with the updated full transcript. clicking on the save transcript repeatedly as the meeting is coming to an end is important because once the host ends the meeting, the transcript is gone if you didn't save it.
After you click on "save transcript," click on "show in finder." It will show up in a separate box as a text file. (these text files are not large.) After you have done your last save transcript and show in finder, after the meeting is over you can rename it and save it.
A meeting does not have to be recorded to allow closed captioning and allow save transcript. Saving the transcript saves it to our own computers. Closed Captioning is completely separate from recording a meeting, therefore recording a meeting does not activate closed captioning. The meeting host can activate closed captioning and block attendees from saving the transcript. When this is done there will be no “save transcript” button. Allowing attendees to save the transcript does not require the meeting host to save the transcript.
Here is the link to ZOOM support in how to set up closed captioning for a meeting or webinar:
https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/8158738379917#h_01GHWATNVPW5FR304S2SVGXN2X
Here is the link to ZOOM support for attendees in how to save closed captions:
https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/360060958752-Using-save-captions#h_01F5XW3BGWJAKJFWCHPPZGBD70
January 29 - February 5, 2023
Worth Noting:
Busy week ahead
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND SPECIAL EVENTS
Sunday, January 29, 2023
BERKELEY EQUITY SUMMIT ALLIANCE #11 from 6 – 8 pm
Videoconference: https://bit.ly/ESummit10
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 862 4297 8741 Passcode: 729545
AGENDA: Building Black Power
This event is BIPOC led and organized in collaboration with Friends of Adeline
Monday, January 30, 2023
City Council PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE at 10:30 am
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1604574711
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8874 (toll free) Meeting ID: 160 457 4711
AGENDA: 3. Review of Policy 1043 Extra Duty (Policy on Police Overtime).
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-public-safety
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1618949724
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 161 894 9724
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve the 2/14/2023 draft agenda – (use link below or read full draft agenda after calendar of city meetings), 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Work Sessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review: 8. COVID, 9. a. Youth Commission – Adding a Youth Member to the Environment and Climate Commission, b. Environment and Climate Commission – Refer to CMngr for feasibility and draft language if feasible, c. Harrison – Adopt Ordinance BMC 3.82 modifying membership and appointment procedures 9. Discussion Regarding Design and Strengthening of Policy Committees, 10. Droste – Bureaucratic Effectiveness and Referral and Improvement and Prioritization Effort (BERIPE) – limits legislation submissions from councilmembers, 11. Droste – Reforms to Public Comment at City Council meetings – limits public comment 12. Discussion of Potential Changes and Enhancements to the City Council Legislative Process, Unscheduled Items: 13. Supporting Commissions, Guidance on Legislative Proposals, 14. Discussion regarding design and strengthening of Policy Committee Process and Structure (including budget referrals).
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
CITY COUNCIL Closed Session at 4:30 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1613261723
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 161 326 1723
AGENDA: 1. Conference with legal counsel on existing litigation a. Schmeier v. CoB Alameda Superior Court RG 19036596, b. Owens v. CoB US District Court, Northern District Case No. 22-cv-02715-YGR, 2. Conference with legal counsel on pending litigation Workers Compensation Appeals Board a. Case ADJ835942, b. ADJ9211119, ADJ15749921, ADJ15521282, c. ADJ3710721, 3. Conference with real property negotiators 830 University, CoB, Lifelong Medical Berkeley Free Clinic.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
LOAN ADMINISTRATION BOARD at 4 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89360272628?pwd=NDVxRHdqRVROWGoyZjBHL2h5WURPZz09
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 893 6027 2628
AGENDA: B. State of the Revolving Loan Fund
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/loan-administration-board
SPEAKING UP for POINT MOLATE from 6 – 7 pm
Videoconference: https://tinyurl.com/2kb32ds4
AGENDA: Megan Isadore, Executive Director of the River Otter Ecology Project presenting with photos and videos
Tuesday, January 31, 2023
CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 4 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1610761302
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 161 076 1302
AGENDA: 1. Ferris – Provide Direction on closing the $3,215,000 - $4,515,000 funding gap to complete Measure T1 Phase 2 Projects.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1610761302
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 161 076 1302
AGENDA: Use the link below and then choose the Html option or see the agenda listed at the end of the calendar.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD at 6:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82653396072
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 826 5359 6072
AGENDA: 3. Public comment on agenda and non-agenda items, 5. ODPA staff report, 6. Chair & Board member reports, 7. Chief report, 8. Subcommittee report on policy and practice relating to Downtown Task Force and Bike Unit, 9. Update regarding future access to BPD Internal Affairs reports and information, 10. a. Election, b. Possibility of presentation on Early Intervention Systems, c. Budget review and BPD overtime usage, and a CLOSED SESSION.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
Wednesday, February 1, 2023
4x4 JOINT TASK FORCE COMMITTEE ON HOUSING: Rent Board/City Council at 3pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82863248059?pwd=SGtvRlNjMStLclZNNmRmdi9objhWQT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 828 6324 8059 Passcode: 302897
AGENDA: 6. Discussion and possible recommendations on a moratorium on rent increases, 7. Discussion and possible recommendations to City Council regarding amendments to the Demolition Ordinance, 8. Discussion and possible action regarding the expiration of the Eviction Moratorium BMC 13.110 and amendments to the COVID-19 Emergency Response Ordinance.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/4x4-joint-task-force-committee-housing
BOARD OF LIBRARY TRUSTEES (BOLT) Regular Meeting at 6 pm
BOARD OF LIBRARY TRUSTEES (BOLT) Special Meeting at 6:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86042306505
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 860 4230 6505
AGENDA: 6:30 Special meeting under action to discuss and explore longer-term goals and opportunities for Board development.
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
COMMISSION on DISABILITY at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83792234648?pwd=d1BSZWNrSTAzSkY2WldPaXFwY1FPdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 837 9223 4648 Passcode: 053118
AGENDA: B.Action: To change future meeting time to 3 pm, C. Discussion/Action: 1. Voicemail Accessibility, 2. Representative for Hopkins Project, 3. Return to in-person, 4. Inclusive disaster registry, 5. IKE Kiosks, 6. Discussion whether to sign on to Pathways Center Demand letter.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-disability
HOMELESS SERVICES PANEL of EXPERTS (HSPE) at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/92491365323
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 924 9136 5323
AGENDA: 6. Recommendation on approving Measure P funding for new application for Project Homekey, 7. Recommendation on approving Measure P funds for Encampment Resolution Funding Program with motel leasing, matched by state, 8. Recommendation for centralization of inclement weather needs, 9. Recommendation on identifying another RV parking lot with safety inspections, waste management funded through Measure P, 10. Affirm recommendations for crisis stabilization center and domestic violence transition house funded through Measure P, 11. RFP for outreach treatment fentanyl use, 12. Recommendation to Council that City contract with monitors and review disability accommodations to all agencies.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/homeless-services-panel-experts
PLANNING COMMISSION at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89522096702
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 895 2209 6702
AGENDA: 10. Preparation for in-person meetings, 11. Public Hearing Demolition Ordinance, 12. EIR Scoping session Pacific Steel Casting Zoning and General Plan
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/planning-commission
Thursday, February 2, 2023
HOUSING ADVISORY COMMISSION at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89440679916
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 894 4067 9916
AGENDA: 7. Approve funding for future Homekey project, 8. Discussion and possible action on Fair Access and Transparency in the Residential Application Process Study Session, 9. Update on Council Jan 17 on in lieu mitigation fee action & 18 Housing element with by-right demolition of single family homes if replaced with multi-unit middle housing.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/housing-advisory-commission
LANDMARKS PRESERVATION COMMISSION at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87938425666
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 879 3842 5666
AGENDA: 6. Pacific Steel Casting Zoning and General Plan Amendments and Environmental Impact Report (EIR) Scoping
7. 1919 Addison – structural alteration permit - for Bonita Apartments
8. 1911 Fourth Street – structural alteration permit - for Spenger’s Fish Grotto
9. 2900 – 2920 Shattuck at Russell– demolition referral
10. 1548 University at California – demolition referral
11. 1598 University at California – demolition referral
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/landmarks-preservation-commission
WETA at 1 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89718217408
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 897 1821 7408 Passcode: 33779
AGENDA: 5. Staff Reports, financials, legislative updates, Monthly ridership, 6. Remote meetings, 7. Mitigated negative declaration and monitoring and reporting Alameda Street Ferry Terminal Refurbishment Project, 8. Award Alameda Ferry Terminal Project to Mason Construction, 9. FY 2024 Fare program
https://weta.sanfranciscobayferry.com/next-board-meeting
Friday, February 3, 2023 - No city meetings listed
Saturday, February 4, 2023 - No city meetings listed
Sunday, February 5, 2023 - No city meetings listed
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AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
DRAFT AGENDA for City Council Regular Meeting February 14, 2023
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1618949724
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 161 894 9724
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
AGENDA on CONSENT:
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Agenda for January 31, 2023, CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1610761302
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 161 076 1302
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA RECESS ITEMS on CONSENT:
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LAND USE CALENDAR:*
Public Hearings
2065 Kittredge (construct 8-story mixed-use building) 1/31/2023
1262 Francisco (add 40 sq ft and 2nd story balcony) 2/28/2023
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
January 31 – Measure T1 funding at 4 pm
February 2 – Hopkins Corridor Plan at 6 pm canceled
February 21 - Local Pandemic/Endemic Update Report, Housing Preference Policy
February 28 – Zero Waste 5-Year Rate Schedule at 4 pm
March 7 - Berkeley Marina Area Specific Plan
March 14 – Annual Crime Report at 4 pm
March 21 - Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program at 4 pm, Civic Center Vision Project at 4 pm
April 18 – Hopkins Corridor Plan
May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report 5/16/2023
Unscheduled Presentations:
Climate Action Plan and Resilience Update
City Policies for Managing Parking Around BART Stations
Worth Noting:
Busy week ahead
- Sunday: Equity Summit at 6 pm
- Monday: The Public Safety Committee at 10:30 am reviews BPD extra duty (overtime) policy. THE GO TO MEETING is the Agenda Committee at 2:30 pm with two Droste measures on the agenda for review. Item-10 BERIPE limits legislative submissions from the mayor and councilmembers and item-11 limits public comments at City Council meetings by combining consent and action items into one public comment. From 6 – 7 pm Speaking Up For Point Molate will host a (ZOOM) presentation on the River Otter Ecology Project.
- Tuesday: City Council starts at 4 pm with the T1 funding shortage followed by the regular City Council meeting at 6 pm. Agenda item-21 at the regular Council meeting is the appeal of 2065 Kittredge. The appeal is in regard to detrimental impacts to workforce and failure to provide community benefits. Also, the Police Accountability (PAB) Board meets at 6:30 pm.
- Wednesday: The 4 x 4 Task Force meets at 3 pm with the demolition and evictions ordinances on the agenda. The Board of Library Trustees (BOLT) meets at 6 pm followed with a special meeting at 6:30 pm on long term goals. The Disability Commission meets at 6 pm with a disaster registry and IKE Kiosks on the agenda. The Homeless Services Panel of Experts meets at 7 pm with recommendations for Measure P funding of multiple homeless programs/services. The Planning Commission meets at 7 pm and will conduct a public hearing on the demolition ordinance and provide a scoping session for the Pacific Steel Casting site EIR.
- Thursday: The Housing Advisory Commission (HAC) and the Landmarks Preservation Commission (LPC) both meetings are at 7 pm. The LPC will consider three demolition requests
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND SPECIAL EVENTS
Sunday, January 29, 2023
BERKELEY EQUITY SUMMIT ALLIANCE #11 from 6 – 8 pm
Videoconference: https://bit.ly/ESummit10
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 862 4297 8741 Passcode: 729545
AGENDA: Building Black Power
This event is BIPOC led and organized in collaboration with Friends of Adeline
Monday, January 30, 2023
City Council PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE at 10:30 am
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1604574711
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8874 (toll free) Meeting ID: 160 457 4711
AGENDA: 3. Review of Policy 1043 Extra Duty (Policy on Police Overtime).
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-public-safety
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1618949724
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 161 894 9724
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve the 2/14/2023 draft agenda – (use link below or read full draft agenda after calendar of city meetings), 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Work Sessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review: 8. COVID, 9. a. Youth Commission – Adding a Youth Member to the Environment and Climate Commission, b. Environment and Climate Commission – Refer to CMngr for feasibility and draft language if feasible, c. Harrison – Adopt Ordinance BMC 3.82 modifying membership and appointment procedures 9. Discussion Regarding Design and Strengthening of Policy Committees, 10. Droste – Bureaucratic Effectiveness and Referral and Improvement and Prioritization Effort (BERIPE) – limits legislation submissions from councilmembers, 11. Droste – Reforms to Public Comment at City Council meetings – limits public comment 12. Discussion of Potential Changes and Enhancements to the City Council Legislative Process, Unscheduled Items: 13. Supporting Commissions, Guidance on Legislative Proposals, 14. Discussion regarding design and strengthening of Policy Committee Process and Structure (including budget referrals).
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
CITY COUNCIL Closed Session at 4:30 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1613261723
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 161 326 1723
AGENDA: 1. Conference with legal counsel on existing litigation a. Schmeier v. CoB Alameda Superior Court RG 19036596, b. Owens v. CoB US District Court, Northern District Case No. 22-cv-02715-YGR, 2. Conference with legal counsel on pending litigation Workers Compensation Appeals Board a. Case ADJ835942, b. ADJ9211119, ADJ15749921, ADJ15521282, c. ADJ3710721, 3. Conference with real property negotiators 830 University, CoB, Lifelong Medical Berkeley Free Clinic.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
LOAN ADMINISTRATION BOARD at 4 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89360272628?pwd=NDVxRHdqRVROWGoyZjBHL2h5WURPZz09
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 893 6027 2628
AGENDA: B. State of the Revolving Loan Fund
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/loan-administration-board
SPEAKING UP for POINT MOLATE from 6 – 7 pm
Videoconference: https://tinyurl.com/2kb32ds4
AGENDA: Megan Isadore, Executive Director of the River Otter Ecology Project presenting with photos and videos
Tuesday, January 31, 2023
CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 4 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1610761302
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 161 076 1302
AGENDA: 1. Ferris – Provide Direction on closing the $3,215,000 - $4,515,000 funding gap to complete Measure T1 Phase 2 Projects.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1610761302
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 161 076 1302
AGENDA: Use the link below and then choose the Html option or see the agenda listed at the end of the calendar.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD at 6:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82653396072
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 826 5359 6072
AGENDA: 3. Public comment on agenda and non-agenda items, 5. ODPA staff report, 6. Chair & Board member reports, 7. Chief report, 8. Subcommittee report on policy and practice relating to Downtown Task Force and Bike Unit, 9. Update regarding future access to BPD Internal Affairs reports and information, 10. a. Election, b. Possibility of presentation on Early Intervention Systems, c. Budget review and BPD overtime usage, and a CLOSED SESSION.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
Wednesday, February 1, 2023
4x4 JOINT TASK FORCE COMMITTEE ON HOUSING: Rent Board/City Council at 3pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82863248059?pwd=SGtvRlNjMStLclZNNmRmdi9objhWQT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 828 6324 8059 Passcode: 302897
AGENDA: 6. Discussion and possible recommendations on a moratorium on rent increases, 7. Discussion and possible recommendations to City Council regarding amendments to the Demolition Ordinance, 8. Discussion and possible action regarding the expiration of the Eviction Moratorium BMC 13.110 and amendments to the COVID-19 Emergency Response Ordinance.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/4x4-joint-task-force-committee-housing
BOARD OF LIBRARY TRUSTEES (BOLT) Regular Meeting at 6 pm
BOARD OF LIBRARY TRUSTEES (BOLT) Special Meeting at 6:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86042306505
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 860 4230 6505
AGENDA: 6:30 Special meeting under action to discuss and explore longer-term goals and opportunities for Board development.
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
COMMISSION on DISABILITY at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83792234648?pwd=d1BSZWNrSTAzSkY2WldPaXFwY1FPdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 837 9223 4648 Passcode: 053118
AGENDA: B.Action: To change future meeting time to 3 pm, C. Discussion/Action: 1. Voicemail Accessibility, 2. Representative for Hopkins Project, 3. Return to in-person, 4. Inclusive disaster registry, 5. IKE Kiosks, 6. Discussion whether to sign on to Pathways Center Demand letter.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-disability
HOMELESS SERVICES PANEL of EXPERTS (HSPE) at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/92491365323
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 924 9136 5323
AGENDA: 6. Recommendation on approving Measure P funding for new application for Project Homekey, 7. Recommendation on approving Measure P funds for Encampment Resolution Funding Program with motel leasing, matched by state, 8. Recommendation for centralization of inclement weather needs, 9. Recommendation on identifying another RV parking lot with safety inspections, waste management funded through Measure P, 10. Affirm recommendations for crisis stabilization center and domestic violence transition house funded through Measure P, 11. RFP for outreach treatment fentanyl use, 12. Recommendation to Council that City contract with monitors and review disability accommodations to all agencies.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/homeless-services-panel-experts
PLANNING COMMISSION at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89522096702
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 895 2209 6702
AGENDA: 10. Preparation for in-person meetings, 11. Public Hearing Demolition Ordinance, 12. EIR Scoping session Pacific Steel Casting Zoning and General Plan
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/planning-commission
Thursday, February 2, 2023
HOUSING ADVISORY COMMISSION at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89440679916
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 894 4067 9916
AGENDA: 7. Approve funding for future Homekey project, 8. Discussion and possible action on Fair Access and Transparency in the Residential Application Process Study Session, 9. Update on Council Jan 17 on in lieu mitigation fee action & 18 Housing element with by-right demolition of single family homes if replaced with multi-unit middle housing.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/housing-advisory-commission
LANDMARKS PRESERVATION COMMISSION at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87938425666
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 879 3842 5666
AGENDA: 6. Pacific Steel Casting Zoning and General Plan Amendments and Environmental Impact Report (EIR) Scoping
7. 1919 Addison – structural alteration permit - for Bonita Apartments
8. 1911 Fourth Street – structural alteration permit - for Spenger’s Fish Grotto
9. 2900 – 2920 Shattuck at Russell– demolition referral
10. 1548 University at California – demolition referral
11. 1598 University at California – demolition referral
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/landmarks-preservation-commission
WETA at 1 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89718217408
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 897 1821 7408 Passcode: 33779
AGENDA: 5. Staff Reports, financials, legislative updates, Monthly ridership, 6. Remote meetings, 7. Mitigated negative declaration and monitoring and reporting Alameda Street Ferry Terminal Refurbishment Project, 8. Award Alameda Ferry Terminal Project to Mason Construction, 9. FY 2024 Fare program
https://weta.sanfranciscobayferry.com/next-board-meeting
Friday, February 3, 2023 - No city meetings listed
Saturday, February 4, 2023 - No city meetings listed
Sunday, February 5, 2023 - No city meetings listed
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AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
DRAFT AGENDA for City Council Regular Meeting February 14, 2023
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1618949724
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 161 894 9724
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
AGENDA on CONSENT:
- 2nd reading - Citywide Affordable Housing Requirements
- Finance – Formal bid solicitations $2,124,000
- Sprague – Contract 47QTCA20D004Y for $200,000 3/1/2023 – 1/22/2025 not to exceed $300,000 in total with one 2 yr extension to 1/22/2027 with Public Consulting group for Professional Services related to ground emergency transport (GEMT), QAF, IGT, PP-GEMT
- Sprague – Contract $700,000 5/1/2023 – 4/30/2025 with Forster & Kroeger Landscape Maintenance for chipping services
- Warhuus – Revenue contract $293,705 2023 Community Services Block Grant 1/1/2023 – 5/31/2024
- Warhuus – Contract add $228,850 from Measure P total $348,850 with Dorothy Day House for the inclement weather shelter program and amend contract 31900284 add $190,260 to operate inclement weather shelter for up to 127 nights from 12/3/2022 – 4/15/2023 for a total amount not to exceed $4,211,173
- Warhuus – Contract $107,890 with Resources for Community Development (RCD) for MLK Jr House – Mental Health Services Act Operating Support to monitor 12-room, transition Single-Room Occupancy housing development
- Mills Act Contract – 2523 Piedmont
- Mills Act Contract – 2119 Maring
- Garland – Authorize funding agreement $648,000 with AC Transit to supplement quick-build Durant Transit Lane Project
- Arreguin – Berkeley Rotary Endowment
- Robinson – Refer $250,000 to FY 2023 budget process for Southside Impact Nexus Study
- CMngr – Referral Response: Home Share Program
- LPO NOD 1767-1771 Alcatraz
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Agenda for January 31, 2023, CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1610761302
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 161 076 1302
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA RECESS ITEMS on CONSENT:
- CM (City Manager) - Amend contract 32200036 modify sole source contract and any amendments with Berkeley Convention and Visitors Bureau, d.b.a. Visit Berkeley to distribute 1/12 of annual Berkeley Transient Occupancy Tax funds to support tourism marketing and promotion for 7/1/2020 – 6/30/2023
- Louis BPD – Amend contract 100692-3 add $500,000 total $2,000,000 with Serological Research Institute for DNA testing Services, length of contract does not change, expires 6/30/2025,
- Ferris - 15-year Lease agreement with Bay Area Hispano Institute for Advancement to use 1718 8th Street in James Kenny Park 3/1/2023 – 2/1/2038
- City Attorney - Review and ratify local COVID-19 Emergency
- City Attorney - Continue directing Legislative Bodies to meet via Videoconference and Teleconference
- Finance - Formal bid solicitations $33,541,532
- Sprague Fire - Grant application: Funding up to $5,000,000 from CA Dept of Forestry and Fire Protection (Cal Fire) to be used to develop and deliver public education materials explaining the inspection process, defensible space, assist residents in need of financial assistance to remove vegetation to meet state and local codes, enhance chipper program and fund 3rd party administrator
- Warhuus – Amend Contract 32000202 – add $576,616 total $3,400,640 and extend 1 yr with Berkeley Food & Housing Project for Rental Subsidy for Russell Street Residence
- Human resources – Contract $250,000 2/1/2023 – 7/31/2023 with Apple One Employment Services for Temporary Staffing Services
- IT – Amend contract 32000118-1 add $689,400 total $1,706.909 with Nexgen Asset and Work Order Management Software Maintenance and Professional Services and add 2 years
- IT – Increase spending authority by $186,610 total $422,915 with AHEAD,Inc using CA Dept of General Services for purchase of additional Varonis software licenses 1/31/2023 – 12/21/2023
- Ferris – Amend contract 32200183 add $90,000 total $1,100,000 with Western Water Features Inc for electrical renovations at King Swim Center
- Ferris – Contract $2,483,865 (includes 15% contingency $323,982) with CA Constructores for Grove Park Field and Playground Renovation Project
- Planning – Amend Contract 32000020 add $1,000,000 total $2,000,000 with Rincon Consultants, Inc for on-call review of land use permit applications and environmental review
- Garland – Contract $1,490,427 (includes 10% contingency $135,493) with Kolos Engineering, Inc for urgent sewer repair
- Garland – Contract $4,417,421 (includes 10% contingency $401,584) with Bay Pacific Pipeline for Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Project (Hearst, Scenic Ave, Euclid, LeConte, Arch, Cedar, LaLoma, LeRoy, Piedmont, Kelsey, Palm Ct, Russell, and Backline Avalon, Belrose, University Alvarado, Roble Road
- Item removed - Garland – Authorize Funding Agreement with AC Transit for $1,036,000 additional funding for Quick-Build Durant Transit Lane Project
- Garland – Contract $1,663,900 with DBA Ray’s Electric for MLK Jr Way Vision Zero Quick Build Project
- Garland – Contract $4,444,006 (includes 10% contingency $404,001) for Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Parnassus Rd, et al. Project
- Robinson, co-sponsors Harrison, Bartlett, Hahn - Parking/Towing Fines & Fees Reform – Adopt Ordinance amending BMC 14.72.080 reduces burden of parking and towing fines on indigent persons making up to 50% AMI and allows eligibility for RPP (residential parking permits) even with outstanding tickets and fines and budget request for $383,512 for ongoing management of the program
- ZAB Appeal 2065 Kittredge Use Permit #ZP2021-0193, demolishes portions of City Landmark including Shattuck Cinemas to construct 8-story 187 units (including 4 live-work units and 9 very low income units) with 4993 sq ft commercial space and 43 parking spaces
- Arreguin – Request allocation of Early Action Planning Grants (REAP) for Higher Impact Transformative Activities
- Bartlett – Qualified positive recommendation from Budget & Finance Committee – Outcomes Based Funding, Pay-For-Success and Social Impact Bonds refer to city attorney for guidance (will be moved to consent at meeting)
- Hahn – Amend Council Rules and Procedure to allow policy committee track items with budget referrals to be referred to the Budget and Finance Committee & one subject matter policy committee
- Updated Sanctuary City Contracting Compliance Report for FY 2021.
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LAND USE CALENDAR:*
Public Hearings
2065 Kittredge (construct 8-story mixed-use building) 1/31/2023
1262 Francisco (add 40 sq ft and 2nd story balcony) 2/28/2023
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
January 31 – Measure T1 funding at 4 pm
February 2 – Hopkins Corridor Plan at 6 pm canceled
February 21 - Local Pandemic/Endemic Update Report, Housing Preference Policy
February 28 – Zero Waste 5-Year Rate Schedule at 4 pm
March 7 - Berkeley Marina Area Specific Plan
March 14 – Annual Crime Report at 4 pm
March 21 - Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program at 4 pm, Civic Center Vision Project at 4 pm
April 18 – Hopkins Corridor Plan
May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report 5/16/2023
Unscheduled Presentations:
Climate Action Plan and Resilience Update
City Policies for Managing Parking Around BART Stations
January 22 - January 29, 2023
Worth Noting:
After last week we could use a break and it looks like we will get it with a light meeting schedule for the coming week and nothing until Tuesday.
The January 31, 2023 City Council Regular Meeting is available for public comment. Use the link and choose the html option or see the agenda listed at the end of the calendar. A special council meeting on T1 funding is anticipated for 4 pm on January 31, but that meeting is not yet confirmed or posted.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND SPECIAL EVENTS
Sunday, January 22, 2023 – No city meetings listed
Monday, January 23, 2023 - No city meetings listed
Tuesday, January 24, 2023
ZERO WASTE COMMISSION at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/s/82587046286
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 825 8704 6286
AGENDA: 6. Staff updates on Zero Waste Rates, Zero Waste Strategic Plan, SB 1383 Implementation, Zero Waste Division staffing changes, Discussion/Action: 1. Abbe & Associates presentation on Zero Waste Strategic Plan, 2. 50 Years Proclamation of the ZW Commission.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zero-waste-commission
Wednesday, January 25, 2023
COMMISSION on LABOR at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85399338378
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 853 9933 8378
AGENDA: 2. Presentation by commission secretary on City of Berkeley Workforce Agreement (CWA) outcomes FY 2020 to the present.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-labor
DISASTER and FIRE SAFETY COMMISSION at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1619573531
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 161 957 3531
AGENDA: 4. Emergency Access Evacuation Routes, 5. FY2024 FF Budget update, 6. (CWPP) Community Wildfire Protection Plan Core meeting update, 7. Federal Engineering Dispatch Study including staffing, facilities, training and software for Dispatch Center, 8 Fire Dept Master Plan.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/disaster-and-fire-safety-commission
Thursday, January 26, 2023
MENTAL HEALTH COMMISSION is scheduled to meet the 4th Thursday of the month but no agenda or meeting notice is posted. Check after Monday for a meeting notice and agenda.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/mental-health-commission
Friday, January 27, 2023 - No city meetings listed
Saturday, January 28, 2023 - No city meetings listed
Sunday, January 29, 2023 - No city meetings listed
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Agenda for January 31, 2023, CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1610761302
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 161b076 1302
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA RECESS ITEMS on CONSENT:
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LAND USE CALENDAR:*
Public Hearings
2065 Kittredge (construct 8-story mixed-use building) 1/31/2023
1262 Francisco (add 40 sq ft and 2nd story balcony) 2/28/2023
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
January 31 – Measure T1 funding at 4 pm
February 2 – Hopkins Corridor Plan at 6 pm
February 21 - Local Pandemic/Endemic Update Report, Housing Preference Policy
February 28 – Zero Waste 5-Year Rate Schedule at 4 pm
March 7 - Berkeley Marina Area Specific Plan
March 14 – Annual Crime Report at 4 pm
March 21 - Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program at 4 pm, Civic Center Vision Project at 4 pm
May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report 5/16/2023
Unscheduled Presentations:
Climate Action Plan and Resilience Update
City Policies for Managing Parking Around BART Stations
Worth Noting:
After last week we could use a break and it looks like we will get it with a light meeting schedule for the coming week and nothing until Tuesday.
- Tuesday: The Zero Waste Commission meets at 6 pm and will hear an update and presentation on the Zero Waste Strategic Plan
- Wednesday: The Disaster and Fire Safety Commission at 7 pm is the go to meeting of the week. On the agenda are the emergency access evacuation routes, the engineering study for the dispatch center and the fire department master plan. The Commission on Labor meets at 7 pm and will hear a presentation on the City Workforce Agreement.
- Thursday: The Mental Health Commission meeting schedule is the fourth Thursday of the month. No meeting is posted yet. Check after Monday.
The January 31, 2023 City Council Regular Meeting is available for public comment. Use the link and choose the html option or see the agenda listed at the end of the calendar. A special council meeting on T1 funding is anticipated for 4 pm on January 31, but that meeting is not yet confirmed or posted.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND SPECIAL EVENTS
Sunday, January 22, 2023 – No city meetings listed
Monday, January 23, 2023 - No city meetings listed
Tuesday, January 24, 2023
ZERO WASTE COMMISSION at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/s/82587046286
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 825 8704 6286
AGENDA: 6. Staff updates on Zero Waste Rates, Zero Waste Strategic Plan, SB 1383 Implementation, Zero Waste Division staffing changes, Discussion/Action: 1. Abbe & Associates presentation on Zero Waste Strategic Plan, 2. 50 Years Proclamation of the ZW Commission.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zero-waste-commission
Wednesday, January 25, 2023
COMMISSION on LABOR at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85399338378
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 853 9933 8378
AGENDA: 2. Presentation by commission secretary on City of Berkeley Workforce Agreement (CWA) outcomes FY 2020 to the present.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-labor
DISASTER and FIRE SAFETY COMMISSION at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1619573531
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 161 957 3531
AGENDA: 4. Emergency Access Evacuation Routes, 5. FY2024 FF Budget update, 6. (CWPP) Community Wildfire Protection Plan Core meeting update, 7. Federal Engineering Dispatch Study including staffing, facilities, training and software for Dispatch Center, 8 Fire Dept Master Plan.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/disaster-and-fire-safety-commission
Thursday, January 26, 2023
MENTAL HEALTH COMMISSION is scheduled to meet the 4th Thursday of the month but no agenda or meeting notice is posted. Check after Monday for a meeting notice and agenda.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/mental-health-commission
Friday, January 27, 2023 - No city meetings listed
Saturday, January 28, 2023 - No city meetings listed
Sunday, January 29, 2023 - No city meetings listed
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Agenda for January 31, 2023, CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1610761302
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 161b076 1302
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA RECESS ITEMS on CONSENT:
- CM (City Manager) - Amend contract 32200036 modify sole source contract and any amendments with Berkeley Convention and Visitors Bureau, d.b.a. Visit Berkeley to distribute 1/12 of annual Berkeley Transient Occupancy Tax funds to support tourism marketing and promotion for 7/1/2020 – 6/30/2023
- Louis BPD – Amend contract 100692-3 add $500,000 total $2,000,000 with Serological Research Institute for DNA testing Services, length of contract does not change, expires 6/30/2025,
- Ferris - 15-year Lease agreement with Bay Area Hispano Institute for Advancement to use 1718 8th Street in James Kenny Park 3/1/2023 – 2/1/2038
- City Attorney - Review and ratify local COVID-19 Emergency
- City Attorney - Continue directing Legislative Bodies to meet via Videoconference and Teleconference
- Finance - Formal bid solicitations $33,541,532
- Sprague Fire - Grant application: Funding up to $5,000,000 from CA Dept of Forestry and Fire Protection (Cal Fire) to be used to develop and deliver public education materials explaining the inspection process, defensible space, assist residents in need of financial assistance to remove vegetation to meet state and local codes, enhance chipper program and fund 3rd party administrator
- Warhuus – Amend Contract 32000202 – add $576,616 total $3,400,640 and extend 1 yr with Berkeley Food & Housing Project for Rental Subsidy for Russell Street Residence
- Human resources – Contract $250,000 2/1/2023 – 7/31/2023 with Apple One Employment Services for Temporary Staffing Services
- IT – Amend contract 32000118-1 add $689,400 total $1,706.909 with Nexgen Asset and Work Order Management Software Maintenance and Professional Services and add 2 years
- IT – Increase spending authority by $186,610 total $422,915 with AHEAD,Inc using CA Dept of General Services for purchase of additional Varonis software licenses 1/31/2023 – 12/21/2023
- Ferris – Amend contract 32200183 add $90,000 total $1,100,000 with Western Water Features Inc for electrical renovations at King Swim Center
- Ferris – Contract $2,483,865 (includes 15% contingency $323,982) with CA Constructores for Grove Park Field and Playground Renovation Project
- Planning – Amend Contract 32000020 add $1,000,000 total $2,000,000 with Rincon Consultants, Inc for on-call review of land use permit applications and environmental review
- Garland – Contract $1,490,427 (includes 10% contingency $135,493) with Kolos Engineering, Inc for urgent sewer repair
- Garland – Contract $4,417,421 (includes 10% contingency $401,584) with Bay Pacific Pipeline for Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Project (Hearst, Scenic Ave, Euclid, LeConte, Arch, Cedar, LaLoma, LeRoy, Piedmont, Kelsey, Palm Ct, Russell, and Backline Avalon, Belrose, University Alvarado, Roble Road
- Item removed - Garland – Authorize Funding Agreement with AC Transit for $1,036,000 additional funding for Quick-Build Durant Transit Lane Project
- Garland – Contract $1,663,900 with DBA Ray’s Electric for MLK Jr Way Vision Zero Quick Build Project
- Garland – Contract $4,444,006 (includes 10% contingency $404,001) for Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Parnassus Rd, et al. Project
- Robinson, co-sponsors Harrison, Bartlett, Hahn - Parking/Towing Fines & Fees Reform – Adopt Ordinance amending BMC 14.72.080 reduces burden of parking and towing fines on indigent persons making up to 50% AMI and allows eligibility for RPP (residential parking permits) even with outstanding tickets and fines and budget request for $383,512 for ongoing management of the program
- ZAB Appeal 2065 Kittredge Use Permit #ZP2021-0193, demolishes portions of City Landmark including Shattuck Cinemas to construct 8-story 187 units (including 4 live-work units and 9 very low income units) with 4993 sq ft commercial space and 43 parking spaces
- Arreguin – Request allocation of Early Action Planning Grants (REAP) for Higher Impact Transformative Activities
- Bartlett – Qualified positive recommendation from Budget & Finance Committee – Outcomes Based Funding, Pay-For-Success and Social Impact Bonds refer to city attorney for guidance (will be moved to consent at meeting)
- Hahn – Amend Council Rules and Procedure to allow policy committee track items with budget referrals to be referred to the Budget and Finance Committee & one subject matter policy committee
- Updated Sanctuary City Contracting Compliance Report for FY 2021.
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LAND USE CALENDAR:*
Public Hearings
2065 Kittredge (construct 8-story mixed-use building) 1/31/2023
1262 Francisco (add 40 sq ft and 2nd story balcony) 2/28/2023
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
January 31 – Measure T1 funding at 4 pm
February 2 – Hopkins Corridor Plan at 6 pm
February 21 - Local Pandemic/Endemic Update Report, Housing Preference Policy
February 28 – Zero Waste 5-Year Rate Schedule at 4 pm
March 7 - Berkeley Marina Area Specific Plan
March 14 – Annual Crime Report at 4 pm
March 21 - Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program at 4 pm, Civic Center Vision Project at 4 pm
May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report 5/16/2023
Unscheduled Presentations:
Climate Action Plan and Resilience Update
City Policies for Managing Parking Around BART Stations
January 15 - January 22, 2023
Worth Noting:
A very full week
BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND SPECIAL EVENTS
Sunday, January 15, 2023 – No city meetings listed
Monday, January 16, 2023 – Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday – day of volunteering
Tuesday, January 17, 2023
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1618509440
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 161 850 9440
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 1/31/2023 draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda after list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, Scheduling: 5. Council Workssessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar,
Referred Items for Review: 8. a. & b. COVID, 9. Strengthening and Supporting Commissions, Guidance on the Development of Legislative Proposals, 10. Discussion of Potential Changes and Enhancements to the City Council Legislative Process,
Unscheduled Items: 11. Discussion Regarding Design and Strengthening of Policy Committee Process and Structure (including Budget Referrals), 12 a. Youth Commission – Adding a Youth Member to the Environment and Climate Commission, b. Environment and Climate Commission – Support for Youth Appointee, c. Harrison – Adopt an Ordinance Amending BMC 3.82 Modifying Membership and Appointment Procedures for the Environment and Climate Commission, 13. Droste – Bureaucratic and Referral Improvement and Prioritization Effort (BE RIPE) limits legislative referrals to 1 for councilmembers and 2 for mayor, restricts budget referrals to established programs, 14. Droste – Reforms to Public Comment.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1610052107
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 161 005 2107
AGENDA: use link and html version or go to agenda list at the bottom of this notice.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Wednesday, January 18, 2023
CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 4 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1619486060
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 161 948 6060
AGENDA: Adoption of 2023- 2031 Housing Element (packet 1386)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
COMMISSION on AGING at 1:30 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1614800144
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 161 480 0144 Passcode: 825132
AGENDA: 4. Letter to Council regarding Hopkins Corridor Reconsideration
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-aging
COMMISSION on DISABILITY Special Meeting at 3 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81982907807?pwd=a2dDOENEN2N3aG9jb3F4dXQvNDZaQT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 819 8290 7807 Passcode: 647330
AGENDA: B. Hopkins Corridor Plan/Project
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-disability
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1605902821
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 Meeting ID: 160 590 2821
AGENDA: 7. Presentations, Discussion & Action Items a) Overview of Public Art Selection Process, b) Approval of Willard Clubhouse Public Art Project Plan, c) Discussion of Poet Laureate Program, d) Discussion of Council Referral of City Song, Motto and Flag, e) Public Art on Private Development Quarterly Report.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
COMMISSION on the STATUS of WOMEN at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83651073735
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 836 5107 3735
AGENDA: 6. Report on Reproductive Access and Peace and Justice Commission Resolution, 7. Support funding of 2 health educators FY 2024, 8. CCSWG grant, 11. Women’s History Month Planning.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-status-women
ENVIRONMENT and CLIMATE COMMISSION at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81848349132
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 818 4834 9132
AGENDA: 6. Update from staff in-person meetings, Climate Equity Pilot Fund, Youth Commissioner, Gas Station Warning Labels & Used Gas Car Ban, BESO minimum requirements, Gas Prohibition amendments, staffing, 7. Reports from Commission Liaisons, Discussion/Action: 8. Subcommittee updates a. Zoning Changes to encourage EV charging/discourage gas stations, b. Transportation, c. Native Plants and Pest Reduction.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/environment-and-climate-commission
HUMAN WELFARE and COMMUNITY ACTION COMMISSION (HWCAC) at 6:30 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/4863098496
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 486 309 8496
AGENDA: 5. Approve 2023 Community Services Block Grant, 6. Update HWCAC low-income representative election process, 7. Election, 8. 2023 Meeting Schedule, 9. Review of Berkeley funded agency Program and Financial reports – Berkeley Free Clinic program and financial reports, 10. Communication mechanism between city employees and service providers, 11. Senior housing and programs, 12. Requirements for contracted non-profit service providers and transparency of grant reports, 13. Eligibility for service as a Representative of the Poor, 14. Accessibility and Availability of materials on city website, 15. Accessibility quality assessment program to handle non-conforming public facilities and complaints from seniors and disabled people over substandard services or services not provided.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/human-welfare-and-community-action-commission
Thursday, January 19, 2023
FAIR CAMPAIGN PRACTICES and OPEN GOVERNMENT COMMISSIONS at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82530486544
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 825 3048 6544
AGENDA: Fair Campaign Practices: 6. Amendments to BERA to clarify method for cost of living adjustments for campaign contribution and public financing dollar amounts and to better coordinate adjustments with timing of relevant data availability, Open Government Commission: 9. Commission meeting minutes posting requirements, 10. Use of live transcription for teleconferenced meetings. Informational Items: 13. November 8, 2022 General Election Public Finance Matching Funds Report.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/fair-campaign-practices-commission
DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83133802449
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 831 3380 2449
AGENDA: 1. 3031 Adeline – Preliminary Design Review – Demolish existing approximately 1,000 sq ft 1-story commercial structure and construct 7-story mixed-use building with 4030 sq ft of commercial space, 64 units, 21 auto parking spaces and 55 bicycle parking spaces
2. 3000 Shattuck - Preliminary Design Review – demolish existing gas station and construct 10-story mixed-use building with 1,043 sq ft of commercial space, 166 units (including 17 very low income units).
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/design-review-committee
TRANSPORTATION and INFRASTRUCTURE COMMISSION at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82514969964
Teleconference: 1-888-788-0099 Meeting ID: 825 1496 9964
AGENDA: Discussion/Action: 1. T1 Update, 2. Hopkins St Gilman to west end, Election, 4. Workplan
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/transportation-and-infrastructure-commission
RENT STABILIZATION BOARD MEETING at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89067745635?pwd=T2FMMkdpZG05VC91YXVFRWVZZGxwZz09
Teleconference: 1-408-638-0968 Meeting ID: 890 6775 5634 Passcode: 395740
AGENDA: Consent: 6. c. Proposal to approve staff recommendations for waivers of late registrations, Action: 7. a. 1) Possible letter to University of CA regarding its property agreement with Blackstone’s Real Estate Income Trust Inc. Fund (REIT), b. Allow Board to continue to meet exclusively by teleconference.
https://rentboard.berkeleyca.gov/elected-rent-board/rent-board-meetings
Friday, January 20, 2023
CLIMATE and the ECONOMY at 9 am
Register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/climate-the-economy-registration-369246936527
AGENDA: 9:20 Medea Benjamin, 10 am The Doughnut that’s good for CA, 10:30 Public Banks, 11:05 Zero Food Waste.
https://www.cemtf.org/
Saturday, January 21, 2023 – No city meetings listed.
Sunday, January 22, 2023 – No city meetings listed.
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January 17, 2023, AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
DRAFT AGENDA for City Council Regular Meeting Jan 31, 2023
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1618509440
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 161 850 9440
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
AGENDA RECESS ITEMS:
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Agenda for January 17, 2023 CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1610052107
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 161 005 2107
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA CONSENT:
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Agenda for January 18, 2023 CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 4 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1619486060
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 161 948 6060
AGENDA: Adoption of 2023- 2031 Housing Element (packet 1386)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
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LAND USE CALENDAR:*
Public Hearings
2065 Kittredge (construct 8-story mixed-use building) 1/31/2023
1262 Francisco (add 40 sq ft and 2nd story balcony) 2/28/2023
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
January 18 – Housing Element at 4 pm
January 31 – Measure T1 funding at 4 pm
February 2 – Hopkins Corridor Plan at 6 pm
February 21 - Local Pandemic/Endemic Update Report, Housing Preference Policy
February 28 – Zero Waste 5-Year Rate Schedule at 4 pm
March 7 - Berkeley Marina Area Specific Plan
March 14 – Annual Crime Report at 4 pm
March 21 - Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program at 4 pm, Civic Center Vision Project at 4 pm
May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report 5/16/2023
Unscheduled Presentations:
Climate Action Plan and Resilience Update
City Policies for Managing Parking Around BART Stations
* The Land Use Calendar / Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with the End of the Appeal Period
webpages with easy to find listing of building projects in the appeal period has been removed as another casualty of the conversion to the new City of Berkeley website.
Here is the old website link (no longer functional), Please ask for it to be restored.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
Worth Noting:
A very full week
- Tuesday: The Agenda and Rules Committee meets at 2:30 pm to finalize the Council agenda for January 31. At 6 pm the City Council meets. Item-19 is the status report on pension liabilities and infrastructure. Item-21 changes affordable housing requirements. The move is to calculate the in lieu fee by sq ft instead of the number of units. The in lieu fee of $45/sq ft is paid by the builder to get out of including the affordable units in the building, the units we desperately need.
- Wednesday: City Council meets at 4 pm to adopt the Housing Element for 2023 – 2031. Also, on Wednesday the Commission on Aging takes up the Hopkins Corridor at 1:30 pm and the Commission on Disability has called a special at 3 pm on the Hopkins Corridor. The Civic Arts Commission, Commission on the Status of Women and the Environment and Climate Commission all meet at 6 pm. The Human Welfare and Community Action Commission meets at 6:30 pm.
- Thursday: The Fair Campaigns and Open Government Commission meets at 6 pm. The Design Review Committee meets at 7 pm with two projects on the agenda, 3031 Adeline a 7-story project with 64 units and 3000 Shattuck a 10-story 166 unit project. The Transportation and Infrastructure Commission meets at 7 pm with an update on T1 funds which are coming up short for approved projects and Hopkins design from Gilman to the west end (not the section by Monterey Market and block of businesses).
- Friday: The Climate Emergency Mobilization Task Force program at 9 am is on Climate and the Economy.
BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND SPECIAL EVENTS
Sunday, January 15, 2023 – No city meetings listed
Monday, January 16, 2023 – Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday – day of volunteering
Tuesday, January 17, 2023
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1618509440
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 161 850 9440
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 1/31/2023 draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda after list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, Scheduling: 5. Council Workssessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar,
Referred Items for Review: 8. a. & b. COVID, 9. Strengthening and Supporting Commissions, Guidance on the Development of Legislative Proposals, 10. Discussion of Potential Changes and Enhancements to the City Council Legislative Process,
Unscheduled Items: 11. Discussion Regarding Design and Strengthening of Policy Committee Process and Structure (including Budget Referrals), 12 a. Youth Commission – Adding a Youth Member to the Environment and Climate Commission, b. Environment and Climate Commission – Support for Youth Appointee, c. Harrison – Adopt an Ordinance Amending BMC 3.82 Modifying Membership and Appointment Procedures for the Environment and Climate Commission, 13. Droste – Bureaucratic and Referral Improvement and Prioritization Effort (BE RIPE) limits legislative referrals to 1 for councilmembers and 2 for mayor, restricts budget referrals to established programs, 14. Droste – Reforms to Public Comment.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1610052107
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 161 005 2107
AGENDA: use link and html version or go to agenda list at the bottom of this notice.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Wednesday, January 18, 2023
CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 4 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1619486060
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 161 948 6060
AGENDA: Adoption of 2023- 2031 Housing Element (packet 1386)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
COMMISSION on AGING at 1:30 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1614800144
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 161 480 0144 Passcode: 825132
AGENDA: 4. Letter to Council regarding Hopkins Corridor Reconsideration
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-aging
COMMISSION on DISABILITY Special Meeting at 3 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81982907807?pwd=a2dDOENEN2N3aG9jb3F4dXQvNDZaQT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 819 8290 7807 Passcode: 647330
AGENDA: B. Hopkins Corridor Plan/Project
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-disability
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1605902821
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 Meeting ID: 160 590 2821
AGENDA: 7. Presentations, Discussion & Action Items a) Overview of Public Art Selection Process, b) Approval of Willard Clubhouse Public Art Project Plan, c) Discussion of Poet Laureate Program, d) Discussion of Council Referral of City Song, Motto and Flag, e) Public Art on Private Development Quarterly Report.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
COMMISSION on the STATUS of WOMEN at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83651073735
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 836 5107 3735
AGENDA: 6. Report on Reproductive Access and Peace and Justice Commission Resolution, 7. Support funding of 2 health educators FY 2024, 8. CCSWG grant, 11. Women’s History Month Planning.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-status-women
ENVIRONMENT and CLIMATE COMMISSION at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81848349132
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 818 4834 9132
AGENDA: 6. Update from staff in-person meetings, Climate Equity Pilot Fund, Youth Commissioner, Gas Station Warning Labels & Used Gas Car Ban, BESO minimum requirements, Gas Prohibition amendments, staffing, 7. Reports from Commission Liaisons, Discussion/Action: 8. Subcommittee updates a. Zoning Changes to encourage EV charging/discourage gas stations, b. Transportation, c. Native Plants and Pest Reduction.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/environment-and-climate-commission
HUMAN WELFARE and COMMUNITY ACTION COMMISSION (HWCAC) at 6:30 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/4863098496
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 486 309 8496
AGENDA: 5. Approve 2023 Community Services Block Grant, 6. Update HWCAC low-income representative election process, 7. Election, 8. 2023 Meeting Schedule, 9. Review of Berkeley funded agency Program and Financial reports – Berkeley Free Clinic program and financial reports, 10. Communication mechanism between city employees and service providers, 11. Senior housing and programs, 12. Requirements for contracted non-profit service providers and transparency of grant reports, 13. Eligibility for service as a Representative of the Poor, 14. Accessibility and Availability of materials on city website, 15. Accessibility quality assessment program to handle non-conforming public facilities and complaints from seniors and disabled people over substandard services or services not provided.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/human-welfare-and-community-action-commission
Thursday, January 19, 2023
FAIR CAMPAIGN PRACTICES and OPEN GOVERNMENT COMMISSIONS at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82530486544
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 825 3048 6544
AGENDA: Fair Campaign Practices: 6. Amendments to BERA to clarify method for cost of living adjustments for campaign contribution and public financing dollar amounts and to better coordinate adjustments with timing of relevant data availability, Open Government Commission: 9. Commission meeting minutes posting requirements, 10. Use of live transcription for teleconferenced meetings. Informational Items: 13. November 8, 2022 General Election Public Finance Matching Funds Report.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/fair-campaign-practices-commission
DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83133802449
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 831 3380 2449
AGENDA: 1. 3031 Adeline – Preliminary Design Review – Demolish existing approximately 1,000 sq ft 1-story commercial structure and construct 7-story mixed-use building with 4030 sq ft of commercial space, 64 units, 21 auto parking spaces and 55 bicycle parking spaces
2. 3000 Shattuck - Preliminary Design Review – demolish existing gas station and construct 10-story mixed-use building with 1,043 sq ft of commercial space, 166 units (including 17 very low income units).
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/design-review-committee
TRANSPORTATION and INFRASTRUCTURE COMMISSION at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82514969964
Teleconference: 1-888-788-0099 Meeting ID: 825 1496 9964
AGENDA: Discussion/Action: 1. T1 Update, 2. Hopkins St Gilman to west end, Election, 4. Workplan
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/transportation-and-infrastructure-commission
RENT STABILIZATION BOARD MEETING at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89067745635?pwd=T2FMMkdpZG05VC91YXVFRWVZZGxwZz09
Teleconference: 1-408-638-0968 Meeting ID: 890 6775 5634 Passcode: 395740
AGENDA: Consent: 6. c. Proposal to approve staff recommendations for waivers of late registrations, Action: 7. a. 1) Possible letter to University of CA regarding its property agreement with Blackstone’s Real Estate Income Trust Inc. Fund (REIT), b. Allow Board to continue to meet exclusively by teleconference.
https://rentboard.berkeleyca.gov/elected-rent-board/rent-board-meetings
Friday, January 20, 2023
CLIMATE and the ECONOMY at 9 am
Register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/climate-the-economy-registration-369246936527
AGENDA: 9:20 Medea Benjamin, 10 am The Doughnut that’s good for CA, 10:30 Public Banks, 11:05 Zero Food Waste.
https://www.cemtf.org/
Saturday, January 21, 2023 – No city meetings listed.
Sunday, January 22, 2023 – No city meetings listed.
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January 17, 2023, AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
DRAFT AGENDA for City Council Regular Meeting Jan 31, 2023
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1618509440
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 161 850 9440
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
AGENDA RECESS ITEMS:
- CM (City Manager) - Amend contract 32200036 modify sole source contract and any amendments with Berkeley Convention and Visitors Bureau, d.b.a. Visit Berkeley to distribute 1/12 of annual Berkeley Transient Occupancy Tax funds to support tourism marketing and promotion for 7/1/2020 – 6/30/2023
- Louis BPD – Amend contract 100692-3 add $500,000 total $2,000,000 with Serological Research Institute for DNA testing Services, length of contract does not change, expires 6/30/2025,
- City Attorney - Review and ratify local COVID-19 Emergency
- City Attorney - Continue directing Legislative Bodies to meet via Videoconference and Teleconference
- Finance - Formal bid solicitations $33,541,532
- Sprague Fire - Grant application: Funding up to $5,000,000 from CA Dept of Forestry and Fire Protection (Cal Fire) to be used to develop and deliver public education materials explaining the inspection process, defensible space, assist residents in need of financial assistance to remove vegetation to meet state and local codes, enhance chipper program and fund 3rd party administrator
- Warhuus – Amend Contract 32000202 – add $576,616 total $3,400,640 and extend 1 yr with Aberkeley Food & Housing Project for Rental Subsidy for Russell Street Residence
- Human resources – Contract $250,000 2/1/2023 – 7/31/2023 with Apple One Employment Services for Temporary Staffing Services
- IT – Amend contract 32000118-1 add $689,400 total $1,706.909 with Nexgen Asset and Work Order Management Software Maintenance and Professional Services and add 2 years
- IT – Increase spending authority by $186,610 total $422,915 with AHEAD,Inc using CA Dept of General Services for purchase of additional Varonis software licenses 1/31/2023 – 12/21/2023
- Ferris – Amend contract 32200183 add $90,000 total $1,100,000 with Western Water Features Inc for electrical renovations at King Swim Center
- Ferris – Contract $2,483,865 (includes 15% contingency $323,982) with CA Constructores for Grove Park Field and Playground Renovation Project
- Planning – Amend Contract 32000020 add $1,000,000 total $2,000,000 with Rincon Consultants, Inc for on-call review of land use permit applications and environmental review
- Garland – Contract $1,490,427 (includes 10% contingency $135,493) with Kolos Engineering, Inc for urgent sewer repair
- Garland – Contract $4,417,421 (includes 10% contingency $401,584) with Bay Pacific Pipeline for Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Project (Hearst, Scenic Ave, Euclid, LeConte, Arch, Cedar, LaLoma, LeRoy, Piedmont, Kelsey, Palm Ct, Russell, and Backline Avalon, Belrose, University Alvarado, Roble Road
- Garland – Authorize Funding Agreement with AC Transit for $1,036,000 additional funding for Quick-Build Durant Transit Lane Project
- Garland – Contract $1,663,900 with DBA Ray’s Electric for MLK Jr Way Vision Zero Quick Build Project
- Garland – Contract $4,444,006 (includes 10% contingency $404,001) for Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Parnassus Rd, et al. Project
- Robinson, co-sponsors Harrison, Bartlett, Hahn - Parking/Towing Fines & Fees Reform – Adopt Ordinance amending BMC 14.72.080 reduces burden of parking and towing fines on indigent persons making up to 50% AMI and allows eligibility for RPP (residential parking permits) even with outstanding tickets and fines and budget request for $383,512 for ongoing management of the program
- ZAB Appeal 2065 Kittredge Use Permit #ZP2021-0193, demolishes portions of City Landmark including Shattuck Cinemas to construct 8-story 187 units (including 4 live-work units and 9 very low income units) with 4993 sq ft commercial space and 43 parking spaces
- Bartlett – qualified positive recommendation from Budget & Finance Committee – Outcomes Based Funding, Pay-For-Success and Social Impact Bonds
- Arreguin – Request allocation of Early Action Planning Grants (REAP) for Higher Impact Transformative Activities
- Bartlett, co-sponsors Arreguin, Harrison, Hahn – Berkeley Food Utility and Access Resilience Measure (FARM), direct CM to protect City’s food supply from natural disasters and economic disruptions by facilitating and chartering a community based non-profit with designing and implementing an integrated local food production and distribution system for Berkeley
- Updated Sanctuary City Contracting Compliance Report for FY 2021.
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Agenda for January 17, 2023 CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1610052107
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 161 005 2107
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA CONSENT:
- 2nd Reading - Zoning Ordinance Technical edits and corrections to BMC Title 23
- 2nd Reading – Annual Appropriations Ordinance (mid-year budget allocations) $178,289,951 (gross) $172,028,412 (net)
- Minutes
- Approval donated sculpture gift Queen Shamiram by Fred Parhad valued $225,000 for inclusion in City of Berkeley Art Collection
- Formal bid solicitations and RFP $3,506,00
- Amend contract #32000146 for $1,017,000 with Aramark for uniforms and laundering thru FY2025
- Amend contract #32000064 add $21,078 total $141,077.73 and extend to 1/31/2024 with Tiana Sanchez International, LLC for HHCS Equity Consultant
- Revenue Grant Agreement: $2,473,611 for 7/1/2022 – 6/30/2028 from State of California Home Visiting Program for public health promotion and prevention services
- ***Item Removed from Agenda by the City Manager*** Amend Contract 32000226 $125,000 thru 12/31/2022 with MidAmerica Administrative & Retirement Solutions for SRIP | Disability, Police Employees Retirement Income Plan, and Health Reimbursement Accounts for Retiree Health Premium Assistance Plan Reimbursements
- Establish Classification and Salary Medical Director $15,671.76 - $17,802.72 monthly or $188,061.12 - $213,632.64 annually
- Contract $822,512 with Presidio for Micro-Segmentation
- 15-year Lease agreement with Bay Area Hispano Institute for Advancement to use 1718 8th Street in James Kenny Park 3/1/2023 – 2/1/2038
- Arreguin – Support for SB 4: Affordable Housing on Faith Lands Act
- Arreguin - 12th Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration on 1/16/2023
- Arreguin – Amend Contract 32200161 add $75,000 total $125,000 with Community Development Partners to extend consulting work associated with Equitable Black Berkeley Initiative
- Kesarwani – Referral for a Security Assessment of the 1700 and 1600 blocks of San Pablo 2 months after City of Berkeley lease of 27-room motel at 1720 San Pablo
- Wengraf, co-sponsors Harrison, Humbert, Hahn – Support SB-36 (Skinner) Out-of-state criminal charges: prosecution related to abortion and gender-affirming care
- Robinson – Relinquishment of Council Office Funds for Pacific Center for Human Growth
- Status Report – Berkeley’s Financial Condition (FY 2012 – FY 2021) Pension Liabilities and Infrastructure Need Attention
- City Manager -Ferris- Changes to Selection Camps Programs Fees
- City Manager – Klein & Warhuus – Affordable Housing Requirements – amending BMC 23.328, establishes affordable housing in lieu fee per sq ft rather than by number of unites, suggested fee $45/sq ft.
- Taplin, co-sponsor Harrison - Resolution Supporting Trip Reduction Alternative for BUSD BHS Tennis and Parking Structure Project
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Agenda for January 18, 2023 CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 4 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1619486060
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 161 948 6060
AGENDA: Adoption of 2023- 2031 Housing Element (packet 1386)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
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LAND USE CALENDAR:*
Public Hearings
2065 Kittredge (construct 8-story mixed-use building) 1/31/2023
1262 Francisco (add 40 sq ft and 2nd story balcony) 2/28/2023
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
January 18 – Housing Element at 4 pm
January 31 – Measure T1 funding at 4 pm
February 2 – Hopkins Corridor Plan at 6 pm
February 21 - Local Pandemic/Endemic Update Report, Housing Preference Policy
February 28 – Zero Waste 5-Year Rate Schedule at 4 pm
March 7 - Berkeley Marina Area Specific Plan
March 14 – Annual Crime Report at 4 pm
March 21 - Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program at 4 pm, Civic Center Vision Project at 4 pm
May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report 5/16/2023
Unscheduled Presentations:
Climate Action Plan and Resilience Update
City Policies for Managing Parking Around BART Stations
* The Land Use Calendar / Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with the End of the Appeal Period
webpages with easy to find listing of building projects in the appeal period has been removed as another casualty of the conversion to the new City of Berkeley website.
Here is the old website link (no longer functional), Please ask for it to be restored.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
January 8 - January 15, 2023
Worth Noting:
City Council is officially on recess through January 16. The January 10 meeting is just to renew legislative body virtual meetings. The agenda for the January 17 regular City Council meeting is available for comment. Use link or check agenda list at the end of this post. The January 18 special City Council at 4 pm is for the adoption of the 2023 – 2031 Housing Element. The packet with the report is 1428 pages. https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND SPECIAL EVENTS
Sunday, January 8, 2023 – No city meetings listed.
Monday, January 9, 2023
PEACE AND JUSTICE COMMISSION at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86100920098
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 861 0092 0098
AGENDA: B. Discussion/Action items: 8. Shellmound Issue and Possible Modification of Land Acknowledgement Language with Indigenous Representatives, 9. Interim report to Council Reproductive Services and Education Access Survey, 10. BUSD Ethnic Studies, 11. Seating in Berkeley Post Offices.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/peace-and-justice-commission
PERSONNEL BOARD at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86538887981?pwd=eUFzelVyaFkySlR3T2ZPVUx4S3VhQT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 865 3888 7981 Passcode: 532989
AGENDA: V. Recommendation Amending Police Officer Recruit and Police Officer Job Class Specifications (packet 148 pages)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/personnel-board
YOUTH COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87640969306?pwd=RkE3ZnlGaGNlRmhKN2lZSFBseWl6dz09
Teleconference: Meeting ID:
AGENDA: 9. Letter to BUSD regarding School Safety, 10. Workplan.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/youth-commission
Tuesday, January 10, 2023
CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 10 am
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1619573075
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 161 957 3075
AGENDA CONSENT: Only one item: 1. Resolution making required findings for legislative bodies to continue to meet via videoconference.
https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-special-meeting-eagenda-january-10-2023
Wednesday, January 11, 2023
COMMISSION on DISABILITY at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88401482394?pwd=UlNUTThyaU5uLzBFd1dNYlQ1Z1BMQT09
Teleconference: 1-669-44499171 or 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 884 0148 2394 Passcode: 900267
AGENDA: B. Re-submit letter to Council regarding current vacancies, C. 1. In-person meetings, 2. Inclusive Disaster Registry, 3. Accessibility of Voicemail System, 4. Public Participation, 5. COD meeting schedule, 6. Changing time to 5 pm, 7. Berkeley Bike Plan\Barriers to Pedestrians and Bike Safety, 8. IKE.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-disability
PARKS, RECREATION and WATERFRONT COMMISSION at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89698730836
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 896 9873 0836
AGENDA: 8. Annual workplan, 9. Civic Center Turtle Island Monument | Fountain Project, 10. T1 shortfall for current projects, 11. Summer camp fee increases, 12. Council reports, 13. Future items Parks Development fee, Citywide accessibility plan, BMASP, Animal Care. Letter from Todd Jersey AIA on reopening the pier is listed under communications page 14 in packet.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/parks-recreation-and-waterfront-commission
POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD at 6:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82653396072
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 826 5259 6072
AGENDA: 3. Public Comment on agenda and non-agenda items, 5. Staff report, 6. Chair & Board Reports, 7. Chief Reports, 8. A. Subcommittee reports Controlled Equipment, b. Policy and practices relating to Downtown Task Force and Bike Unit Allegation, 9. A. Discussion regarding future access to BPD Internal Affairs Bureau Reports and Information, 10. A. Nomination of PAB chair and vice-chair, b. review updated Lexipol policies, c. Discussion LA Times article (Interim Chief Louis and sexual harassment from 2017 https://www.latimes.com/california/story/2022-12-29/top-berkeley-official-failed-to-reveal-investigation-into-her-police-chief-pick ), d. Presentation and Recommendations for Policy Complaint #31 Drone Usage Policy. CLOSED SESSION: Complaint #21, Complaint #30
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
Thursday, January 12, 2023
LANDMARKS PRESERVATION COMMISSION (LPC) meeting on Thursday, January 12 will not be public.
AGENDA: It was announced at the January 5, 2023 LPC Meeting, a subcommittee (unnamed with unannounced members) will meet with Scott Ferris to review city projects during the day on the 12th. It was stated that under relaxation of Brown Act rules during the COVID emergency, subcommittee meetings do not need to be public and the meeting with Scott Ferris will not be public.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/landmarks-preservation
ZONING ADJUSTMENT BOARD at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87165669901
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 or 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 871 6566 9901
AGENDA: 2. 1820 San Pablo – on consent – density bonus project – demolish the commercial building, retain and restore existing façade, construct 5-story, 44-unit (including 4 very low income units), 42,831 sq ft mixed-use building with 6840 sq ft ground floor commercial space,
3. 2439 Durant – on consent – demolish 2-story commercial building, construct 36,529 sq ft 7-story mixed-use building with 8332 sq ft commercial space and 26,906 sq ft for 22 dwellings and roof deck,
4. 1773 Oxford – on consent – demolish 6-unit multi-family building, construct 5-story, 21,048 sq ft multi-family building with 24 units (including 3 very low income) State density bonus,
5. 573 Santa Rosa – on consent – construct 3rd story major residential addition exceeding 14 feet in average height and 20 feet maximum height, add 6th bedroom to the lot, and convert existing detached garage to habitable accessory building
6. 1329 Albina – on consent – enclose covered porch and replace entry stairs in nonconforming front setback of single-family dwelling on a lot over lot coverage,
7. 469 Kentucky – on consent – demolish single-family dwelling and construct 3,310 sq ft 3-story single-family residence and 2-car garage,
8. 1752 Shattuck – on consent – demolish 1-story commercial building and accessory structures and construct 47,137 sq ft 7-story mixed-use building with 68 dwelling units (including 7 very low income), 1,210 sq ft ground floor commercial floor area, State density bonus.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zoning-adjustments-board
WATER EMERGENCY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY (WETA) at 1 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89718217408
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 897 1821 7408 Passcode: 33779
AGENDA: 5. Staff Reports weather service impacts, Federal Diesel Particulate Filter Earmark (DPF), State Operating Assistance, 2022 Ridership summary, business plan update, 6. Consent adopt resolution regarding remote meetings, 7. Approve legislative program, 8. Adopt final FY2024 – 2028 short range transit plan, 9. FY 2024 Fare program.
https://weta.sanfranciscobayferry.com/next-board-meeting
Friday, January 13, 2023 – A Reduced Service Day
Saturday, January 14, 2023
Berkeley Neighborhoods Council at 10 am
Videoconference:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/4223188307?pwd=dFlNMVlVZ2d6b0FnSHh3ZlFwV2NMdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 8422 318 8307 Passcode: 521161
AGENDA: Not yet posted, check later in the week
https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/
Sunday, January 15, 2023 – No city meetings listed.
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Agenda for January 17, 2023 CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1610052107
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 161 005 2107
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA CONSENT:
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Agenda for January 18, 2023 CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 4 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1619486060
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 161 948 6060
AGENDA: Adoption of 2023- 2031 Housing Element (packet 1386)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
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LAND USE CALENDAR:*
Public Hearings
2065 Kittredge (construct 8-story mixed-use building) 1/31/2023
1262 Francisco (add 40 sq ft and 2nd story balcony) 2/28/2023
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
January 18 – Housing Element at 4 pm
January 31 – Measure T1 funding
February 2 – Hopkins Corridor Plan at 6 pm
February 21 - Local Pandemic/Endemic Update Report, Housing Preference Policy
March 7 - Berkeley Marina Area Specific Plan
March 14 – Annual Crime Report at 4 pm
March 21 - Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program at 4 pm, Civic Center Vision Project
May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report 5/16/2023
Unscheduled Presentations:
Climate Action Plan and Resilience Update
Zero Waste 5-Year Rate Schedule (February 2023)
* The Land Use Calendar / Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with the End of the Appeal Period
webpages with easy to find listing of building projects in the appeal period has been removed as another casualty of the conversion to the new City of Berkeley website.
Here is the old website link (no longer functional), Please ask for it to be restored.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
Worth Noting:
City Council is officially on recess through January 16. The January 10 meeting is just to renew legislative body virtual meetings. The agenda for the January 17 regular City Council meeting is available for comment. Use link or check agenda list at the end of this post. The January 18 special City Council at 4 pm is for the adoption of the 2023 – 2031 Housing Element. The packet with the report is 1428 pages. https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
- Monday: The Youth Commission meets at 6:30 pm. The Peace and Justice Commission and the Personnel Board both meet at 7 pm. The Personnel Board Packet includes a report on City staff vacancies. The modifications in the Police Recruit and Officer job descriptions are to meet new CA law. Peace and Justice Commission has invited Indigenous Representatives to discuss the Shellmound and the Land Acknowledgement.
- Tuesday: Council meets at 10 am to vote to continue virtual meetings until the COVID emergency ends on February 28, 2023.
- Wednesday: The Disability Commission meets at 6 pm and will take up Berkeley Bike Plan and Barriers to Pedestrians and Bike Safety and IKE Kiosks. The Police Accountability Board (PAB) meets at 6:30 pm. The PAB agenda includes the LA Times report on the Interim Chief and sexual harassment investigation and Bike Unit allegations. The Parks Commission meets at 7 pm. Turtle Island Monument and T1 shortfall are on the agenda. A letter in the packet from Todd Jersey Architects states the pier is safe for pedestrian access and should be reopened.
- Thursday: WETA meets at 1 pm. The Zoning Adjustment Board has 7 projects listed on consent, two 7-story projects 2439 Durant and 1752 Shattuck and two 5-story projects 1773 Oxford and 1820 San Pablo.
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND SPECIAL EVENTS
Sunday, January 8, 2023 – No city meetings listed.
Monday, January 9, 2023
PEACE AND JUSTICE COMMISSION at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86100920098
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 861 0092 0098
AGENDA: B. Discussion/Action items: 8. Shellmound Issue and Possible Modification of Land Acknowledgement Language with Indigenous Representatives, 9. Interim report to Council Reproductive Services and Education Access Survey, 10. BUSD Ethnic Studies, 11. Seating in Berkeley Post Offices.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/peace-and-justice-commission
PERSONNEL BOARD at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86538887981?pwd=eUFzelVyaFkySlR3T2ZPVUx4S3VhQT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 865 3888 7981 Passcode: 532989
AGENDA: V. Recommendation Amending Police Officer Recruit and Police Officer Job Class Specifications (packet 148 pages)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/personnel-board
YOUTH COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87640969306?pwd=RkE3ZnlGaGNlRmhKN2lZSFBseWl6dz09
Teleconference: Meeting ID:
AGENDA: 9. Letter to BUSD regarding School Safety, 10. Workplan.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/youth-commission
Tuesday, January 10, 2023
CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 10 am
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1619573075
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 161 957 3075
AGENDA CONSENT: Only one item: 1. Resolution making required findings for legislative bodies to continue to meet via videoconference.
https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-special-meeting-eagenda-january-10-2023
Wednesday, January 11, 2023
COMMISSION on DISABILITY at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88401482394?pwd=UlNUTThyaU5uLzBFd1dNYlQ1Z1BMQT09
Teleconference: 1-669-44499171 or 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 884 0148 2394 Passcode: 900267
AGENDA: B. Re-submit letter to Council regarding current vacancies, C. 1. In-person meetings, 2. Inclusive Disaster Registry, 3. Accessibility of Voicemail System, 4. Public Participation, 5. COD meeting schedule, 6. Changing time to 5 pm, 7. Berkeley Bike Plan\Barriers to Pedestrians and Bike Safety, 8. IKE.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-disability
PARKS, RECREATION and WATERFRONT COMMISSION at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89698730836
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 896 9873 0836
AGENDA: 8. Annual workplan, 9. Civic Center Turtle Island Monument | Fountain Project, 10. T1 shortfall for current projects, 11. Summer camp fee increases, 12. Council reports, 13. Future items Parks Development fee, Citywide accessibility plan, BMASP, Animal Care. Letter from Todd Jersey AIA on reopening the pier is listed under communications page 14 in packet.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/parks-recreation-and-waterfront-commission
POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD at 6:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82653396072
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 826 5259 6072
AGENDA: 3. Public Comment on agenda and non-agenda items, 5. Staff report, 6. Chair & Board Reports, 7. Chief Reports, 8. A. Subcommittee reports Controlled Equipment, b. Policy and practices relating to Downtown Task Force and Bike Unit Allegation, 9. A. Discussion regarding future access to BPD Internal Affairs Bureau Reports and Information, 10. A. Nomination of PAB chair and vice-chair, b. review updated Lexipol policies, c. Discussion LA Times article (Interim Chief Louis and sexual harassment from 2017 https://www.latimes.com/california/story/2022-12-29/top-berkeley-official-failed-to-reveal-investigation-into-her-police-chief-pick ), d. Presentation and Recommendations for Policy Complaint #31 Drone Usage Policy. CLOSED SESSION: Complaint #21, Complaint #30
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
Thursday, January 12, 2023
LANDMARKS PRESERVATION COMMISSION (LPC) meeting on Thursday, January 12 will not be public.
AGENDA: It was announced at the January 5, 2023 LPC Meeting, a subcommittee (unnamed with unannounced members) will meet with Scott Ferris to review city projects during the day on the 12th. It was stated that under relaxation of Brown Act rules during the COVID emergency, subcommittee meetings do not need to be public and the meeting with Scott Ferris will not be public.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/landmarks-preservation
ZONING ADJUSTMENT BOARD at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87165669901
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 or 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 871 6566 9901
AGENDA: 2. 1820 San Pablo – on consent – density bonus project – demolish the commercial building, retain and restore existing façade, construct 5-story, 44-unit (including 4 very low income units), 42,831 sq ft mixed-use building with 6840 sq ft ground floor commercial space,
3. 2439 Durant – on consent – demolish 2-story commercial building, construct 36,529 sq ft 7-story mixed-use building with 8332 sq ft commercial space and 26,906 sq ft for 22 dwellings and roof deck,
4. 1773 Oxford – on consent – demolish 6-unit multi-family building, construct 5-story, 21,048 sq ft multi-family building with 24 units (including 3 very low income) State density bonus,
5. 573 Santa Rosa – on consent – construct 3rd story major residential addition exceeding 14 feet in average height and 20 feet maximum height, add 6th bedroom to the lot, and convert existing detached garage to habitable accessory building
6. 1329 Albina – on consent – enclose covered porch and replace entry stairs in nonconforming front setback of single-family dwelling on a lot over lot coverage,
7. 469 Kentucky – on consent – demolish single-family dwelling and construct 3,310 sq ft 3-story single-family residence and 2-car garage,
8. 1752 Shattuck – on consent – demolish 1-story commercial building and accessory structures and construct 47,137 sq ft 7-story mixed-use building with 68 dwelling units (including 7 very low income), 1,210 sq ft ground floor commercial floor area, State density bonus.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zoning-adjustments-board
WATER EMERGENCY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY (WETA) at 1 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89718217408
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 897 1821 7408 Passcode: 33779
AGENDA: 5. Staff Reports weather service impacts, Federal Diesel Particulate Filter Earmark (DPF), State Operating Assistance, 2022 Ridership summary, business plan update, 6. Consent adopt resolution regarding remote meetings, 7. Approve legislative program, 8. Adopt final FY2024 – 2028 short range transit plan, 9. FY 2024 Fare program.
https://weta.sanfranciscobayferry.com/next-board-meeting
Friday, January 13, 2023 – A Reduced Service Day
Saturday, January 14, 2023
Berkeley Neighborhoods Council at 10 am
Videoconference:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/4223188307?pwd=dFlNMVlVZ2d6b0FnSHh3ZlFwV2NMdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 8422 318 8307 Passcode: 521161
AGENDA: Not yet posted, check later in the week
https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/
Sunday, January 15, 2023 – No city meetings listed.
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Agenda for January 17, 2023 CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1610052107
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 161 005 2107
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA CONSENT:
- 2nd Reading - Zoning Ordinance Technical edits and corrections to BMC Title 23
- 2nd Reading – Annual Appropriations Ordinance (mid-year budget allocations) $178,289,951 (gross) $172,028,412 (net)
- Minutes
- Approval donated sculpture gift Queen Shamiram by Fred Parhad valued $225,000 for inclusion in City of Berkeley Art Collection
- Formal bid solicitations and RFP $3,506,00
- Amend contract #32000146 for $1,017,000 with Aramark for uniforms and laundering thru FY2025
- Amend contract #32000064 add $21,078 total $141,077.73 and extend to 1/31/2024 with Tiana Sanchez International, LLC for HHCS Equity Consultant
- Revenue Grant Agreement: $2,473,611 for 7/1/2022 – 6/30/2028 from State of California Home Visiting Program for public health promotion and prevention services
- ***Item Removed from Agenda by the City Manager*** Amend Contract 32000226 $125,000 thru 12/31/2022 with MidAmerica Administrative & Retirement Solutions for SRIP | Disability, Police Employees Retirement Income Plan, and Health Reimbursement Accounts for Retiree Health Premium Assistance Plan Reimbursements
- Establish Classification and Salary Medical Director $15,671.76 - $17,802.72 monthly or $188,061.12 - $213,632.64 annually
- Contract $822,512 with Presidio for Micro-Segmentation
- 15-year Lease agreement with Bay Area Hispano Institute for Advancement to use 1718 8th Street in James Kenny Park 3/1/2023 – 2/1/2038
- Arreguin – Support for SB 4: Affordable Housing on Faith Lands Act
- Arreguin - 12th Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration on 1/16/2023
- Arreguin – Amend Contract 32200161 add $75,000 total $125,000 with Community Development Partners to extend consulting work associated with Equitable Black Berkeley Initiative
- Kesarwani – Referral for a Security Assessment of the 1700 and 1600 blocks of San Pablo 2 months after City of Berkeley lease of 27-room motel at 1720 San Pablo
- Wengraf, co-sponsors Harrison, Humbert, Hahn – Support SB-36 (Skinner) Out-of-state criminal charges: prosecution related to abortion and gender-affirming care
- Robinson – Relinquishment of Council Office Funds for Pacific Center for Human Growth
- Status Report – Berkeley’s Financial Condition (FY 2012 – FY 2021) Pension Liabilities and Infrastructure Need Attention
- City Manager -Ferris- Changes to Selection Camps Programs Fees
- City Manager – Klein & Warhuus – Affordable Housing Requirements – amending BMC 23.328
- Taplin, co-sponsor Harrison - Resolution Supporting Trip Reduction Alternative for BUSD BHS Tennis and Parking Structure Project
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Agenda for January 18, 2023 CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 4 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1619486060
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 161 948 6060
AGENDA: Adoption of 2023- 2031 Housing Element (packet 1386)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
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LAND USE CALENDAR:*
Public Hearings
2065 Kittredge (construct 8-story mixed-use building) 1/31/2023
1262 Francisco (add 40 sq ft and 2nd story balcony) 2/28/2023
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
January 18 – Housing Element at 4 pm
January 31 – Measure T1 funding
February 2 – Hopkins Corridor Plan at 6 pm
February 21 - Local Pandemic/Endemic Update Report, Housing Preference Policy
March 7 - Berkeley Marina Area Specific Plan
March 14 – Annual Crime Report at 4 pm
March 21 - Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program at 4 pm, Civic Center Vision Project
May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report 5/16/2023
Unscheduled Presentations:
Climate Action Plan and Resilience Update
Zero Waste 5-Year Rate Schedule (February 2023)
* The Land Use Calendar / Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with the End of the Appeal Period
webpages with easy to find listing of building projects in the appeal period has been removed as another casualty of the conversion to the new City of Berkeley website.
Here is the old website link (no longer functional), Please ask for it to be restored.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
January 2 - January 8, 2023
Worth Noting:
2023 is off to a quiet start with four meetings.
Check the City website for announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
CITY REQUESTS FOR PUBLIC COMMENT:
Deadline to comment January 2, 2023 - Ohlone Park Lighting and Restrooms
To review the plans and options go to the city webpage on Ohlone Park Restroom and Lighting Improvements scroll to past events and pick the 3rd document in the list, the presentation – at: https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/our-work/capital-projects/ohlone-park-restroom-and-lighting-improvements
Send comments to [email protected]
and/or [email protected].
The deadline for public comment in the City survey is January 5, 2023 - Civic Center Planning for the Civic Center Park, Maudelle Shirek Building (former City Hall) and Veterans Memorial Building
To submit your comment, go to the survey at: https://qualtricsxmjph7lvfxl.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_aa71ggvGKG50ZIa
To review the Civic Center presentation go to: https://siegelstrain.sharefile.com/share/view/se8d26a6b71d4449ea51c40655e6e0bd4
A Daylighted Creek – Restore Strawberry Creek in Civic Center Park is a survey option
Strawberry Creek in Strawberry Creek Park used to flow underground in a concrete culvert. Removing the culvert and restoring the creek to its natural state above ground open to air and light is called daylighting. There is State of California grant money available for daylighting creeks through The Urban Creeks Restoration and Flood Control Act of 1984 and other grants.
If you would like to see Strawberry Creek daylighted in Civic Center Park please check that box in the MLK Jr. Civic Center Park survey section and let the project team know why you support daylighting Strawberry Creek in the comment boxes.
To be added to the list of creek advocates email: [email protected].
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND SPECIAL EVENTS
Sunday, January 1, 2023 New Year’s,
Monday, January 2, 2023 City Holiday,
Tuesday, January 3, 2023 - No city meetings found
Wednesday, January 4, 2023
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1605904304
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 160 590 4303
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 1/17/2023 draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda after list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, -- Scheduling: 5. Council works sessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, -- Referred Items for Review: 8. COVID, -- Unscheduled Items: 9. Hahn - Amending City Council Rules of Procedure and Order to Allow Policy committee Track Items with budget Referral to be Referred to the Budget & Finance Committee and one Subject Matter Policy Committee, 10. Discussion Regarding Design and Strengthening of Policy Committees, 11. Supporting Commissions, Guidance on Legislative Proposals, 12 Discussion of Potential Changes and Enhancements to the City Council Legislative Process.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
BOARD OF LIBRARY TRUSTEES (BOLT) Regular Meeting at 6:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86042306505
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 860 4230 6505
AGENDA: III. A. Proposed Personnel Changes Impact to Budget FY 2023-24, B. Report on recruitment process to fill BOLT vacancy Davenport term ends 5/15/2023.
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
HOMELESS SERVICES PANEL of EXPERTS (HSPE) at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/92491365323
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 924 9136 5323
AGENDA: 5. Santa Barbara collaborative approach to address community fears of homeless, 6. Chair Report, 7. Recommendation for centralization of inclement weather needs, 8. Recommendation for hot line identifying whether warming center will be open that same evening, 9. Relocation of recreational vehicle lot formerly at SPARK, 10. Allocation for health care benefits for DDH shelter workers and possible requirement for back-up staffing in the event of an emergency, 11. Site visits to Harrison/Sankofa House and Bridget House and plan next site visit, 12. Impact that HSPE has on council decisions in oversight, funding and new programs. (packet 260 pages includes 206 page City of Berkeley Crisis Response Models Report – Specialized Care Unit)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/homeless-services-panel-experts
Thursday, January 5, 2023
LANDMARKS PRESERVATION COMMISSION at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81578977877
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 815 7897 7877
AGENDA: 5. 1325 Arch Street – Structural Alteration Permit for Schneider/Kroeber House
6. 1652-1658 University – Demolition Referral – former Radio Shack location,
7. Land Acknowledgement.
11. Correspondence From Elyce Klein re: Civic Center Park, Turtle Island Monument
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/landmarks-preservation-commission
Friday, January 6, 2023 &
Saturday, January 7, 2023 &
Sunday, January 8, 2023
No city meetings or events found
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AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
DRAFT AGENDA for City Council Regular Meeting Jan 17, 2023
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1605904304
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 160 590 4303
AGENDA CONSENT:
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LAND USE CALENDAR:*
Public Hearings
2065 Kittredge (construct 8-story mixed-use building) 1/31/2023
1262 Francisco (add 40 sq ft and 2nd story balcony) 2/28/2023
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
WORK SESSIONS:
Local Pandemic/Endemic Update Report 2/21/2023
Housing Preference Policy 2/21/2023
Annual Crime Report 3/14/2023 at 4 pm
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program 3/21/2023 at 4 pm
Civic Center Vision Project 3/21/2023 at 4 pm
Fire Facilities Study Report 5/16/2023
Council Special Meeting: Housing Element
Meeting for Local Adoption of the Housing Element is tentatively scheduled for Wednesday, January 18 at 4 pm as a virtual meeting.
Unscheduled Presentations:
African American Holistic Resource Center (January 2023)
Zero Waste 5-Year Rate Schedule (February 2023)
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* The Land Use Calendar / Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with the End of the Appeal Period
webpages with easy to find listing of building projects in the appeal period has been removed as another casualty of the conversion to the new City of Berkeley website.
Here is the old website link (no longer functional), Please ask for it to be restored.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
Worth Noting:
2023 is off to a quiet start with four meetings.
- Wednesday the Agenda Committee meets at 2:30 pm to plan the 1/17/2023 City Council Regular Meeting. The Board of Library Trustees meets at 6:30 pm. The Homeless Services Panel of Experts meets at 7 pm. The 206-page City of Berkeley Crisis Response Models Report – Specialized Care Unit included in the meeting packet is not listed as an agenda item.
- Thursday the Landmarks Preservation Commission meets at 7 pm. There is a demolition referral for the site of the former Radio Shack - watch for a mixed use building to appear on the DRC and ZAB agendas in the near future. The letter from Elyce Klein listed under correspondence lays open some questions on what is behind the changes in the Turtle Island Monument plans.
Check the City website for announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
CITY REQUESTS FOR PUBLIC COMMENT:
Deadline to comment January 2, 2023 - Ohlone Park Lighting and Restrooms
To review the plans and options go to the city webpage on Ohlone Park Restroom and Lighting Improvements scroll to past events and pick the 3rd document in the list, the presentation – at: https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/our-work/capital-projects/ohlone-park-restroom-and-lighting-improvements
Send comments to [email protected]
and/or [email protected].
The deadline for public comment in the City survey is January 5, 2023 - Civic Center Planning for the Civic Center Park, Maudelle Shirek Building (former City Hall) and Veterans Memorial Building
To submit your comment, go to the survey at: https://qualtricsxmjph7lvfxl.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_aa71ggvGKG50ZIa
To review the Civic Center presentation go to: https://siegelstrain.sharefile.com/share/view/se8d26a6b71d4449ea51c40655e6e0bd4
A Daylighted Creek – Restore Strawberry Creek in Civic Center Park is a survey option
Strawberry Creek in Strawberry Creek Park used to flow underground in a concrete culvert. Removing the culvert and restoring the creek to its natural state above ground open to air and light is called daylighting. There is State of California grant money available for daylighting creeks through The Urban Creeks Restoration and Flood Control Act of 1984 and other grants.
If you would like to see Strawberry Creek daylighted in Civic Center Park please check that box in the MLK Jr. Civic Center Park survey section and let the project team know why you support daylighting Strawberry Creek in the comment boxes.
To be added to the list of creek advocates email: [email protected].
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND SPECIAL EVENTS
Sunday, January 1, 2023 New Year’s,
Monday, January 2, 2023 City Holiday,
Tuesday, January 3, 2023 - No city meetings found
Wednesday, January 4, 2023
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1605904304
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 160 590 4303
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 1/17/2023 draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda after list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, -- Scheduling: 5. Council works sessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, -- Referred Items for Review: 8. COVID, -- Unscheduled Items: 9. Hahn - Amending City Council Rules of Procedure and Order to Allow Policy committee Track Items with budget Referral to be Referred to the Budget & Finance Committee and one Subject Matter Policy Committee, 10. Discussion Regarding Design and Strengthening of Policy Committees, 11. Supporting Commissions, Guidance on Legislative Proposals, 12 Discussion of Potential Changes and Enhancements to the City Council Legislative Process.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
BOARD OF LIBRARY TRUSTEES (BOLT) Regular Meeting at 6:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86042306505
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 860 4230 6505
AGENDA: III. A. Proposed Personnel Changes Impact to Budget FY 2023-24, B. Report on recruitment process to fill BOLT vacancy Davenport term ends 5/15/2023.
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
HOMELESS SERVICES PANEL of EXPERTS (HSPE) at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/92491365323
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 924 9136 5323
AGENDA: 5. Santa Barbara collaborative approach to address community fears of homeless, 6. Chair Report, 7. Recommendation for centralization of inclement weather needs, 8. Recommendation for hot line identifying whether warming center will be open that same evening, 9. Relocation of recreational vehicle lot formerly at SPARK, 10. Allocation for health care benefits for DDH shelter workers and possible requirement for back-up staffing in the event of an emergency, 11. Site visits to Harrison/Sankofa House and Bridget House and plan next site visit, 12. Impact that HSPE has on council decisions in oversight, funding and new programs. (packet 260 pages includes 206 page City of Berkeley Crisis Response Models Report – Specialized Care Unit)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/homeless-services-panel-experts
Thursday, January 5, 2023
LANDMARKS PRESERVATION COMMISSION at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81578977877
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 815 7897 7877
AGENDA: 5. 1325 Arch Street – Structural Alteration Permit for Schneider/Kroeber House
6. 1652-1658 University – Demolition Referral – former Radio Shack location,
7. Land Acknowledgement.
11. Correspondence From Elyce Klein re: Civic Center Park, Turtle Island Monument
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/landmarks-preservation-commission
Friday, January 6, 2023 &
Saturday, January 7, 2023 &
Sunday, January 8, 2023
No city meetings or events found
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AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
DRAFT AGENDA for City Council Regular Meeting Jan 17, 2023
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1605904304
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 160 590 4303
AGENDA CONSENT:
- 2nd Reading - Zoning Ordinance Technical edits and corrections to BMC Title 23
- 2nd Reading – Annual Appropriations Ordinance (mid-year budget allocations) $178,289,951 (gross) $172,028,412 (net)
- Minutes
- Approval donated sculpture gift Queen Shamiram by Fred Parhad valued $225,000 for inclusion in City of Berkeley Art Collection
- Formal bid solicitations and RFP $3,506,00
- Amend contract #32000146 for $1,017,000 with Aramark for uniforms and laundering thru FY2025
- Contract add $21,078 total $141,077.73 and extend to 1/31/2024 with Tiana Sanchez International, LLC for HHCS Equity Consultant
- Revenue Grant Agreement: $2,473,611 for 7/1/2022 – 6/30/2028 from State of California Home Visiting Program for public health promotion and prevention services
- Amend Contract 32000226 $125,000 thru 12/31/2022 with MidAmerica Administrative & Retirement Solutions for SRIP | Disability, Police Employees Retirement Income Plan, and Health Reimbursement Accounts for Retiree Health Premium Assistance Plan Reimbursements
- Establish Classification and Salary Medical Director $15,671.76 - $17,802.72 monthly or $188,061.12 - $213,632.64 annually
- Contract $822,512 with Presidio for Micro-Segmentation
- 15-year Lease agreement with Bay Area Hispano Institute for Advancement to use 1718 8th Street in James Kenny Park 3/1/2023 – 2/1/2038
- Arreguin – Support for SB 4: Affordable Housing on Faith Lands Act
- Arreguin - 12th Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration on 1/16/2023
- Wengraf – Support SB-36 (Skinner) Out-of-state criminal charges: prosecution related to abortion and gender-affirming care
- Robinson – Relinquishment of Council Office Funds for Pacific Center for Human Growth
- City Manager -Ferris- Changes to Selection Camps Programs Fees
- City Manager – Klein & Warhuus – Affordable Housing Requirements – amending BMC 23.328
- Status Report – Berkeley’s Financial Condition (FY 2012 – FY 2021) Pension Liabilities and Infrastructure Need Attention
- Taplin, co-sponsor Harrison - Resolution Supporting Trip Reduction Alternative for BUSD BHS Tennis and Parking Structure Project
- A. Recommendation from Sugar Sweetened Panel of Experts – Allocation of $3,000,000 over FY 2024 and FY 2025, b. City Manager – Companion report cuts allocations from $1,275,000 to $712,000 for BUSD and same for RFP, and increases cost allocated to staff for program to $576,000
- A. Youth Commission – add a seat to the Environment and Climate Commission for person under 18 nominated by Student Director on BUSD Unified School Board, b. City Manager – refer to CM to evaluate feasibility of 10th voting member, prepare legal language & confirmed by a suitable board of elected officials
- Arreguin – Amend Contract 32200161 add $75,000 total $125,000 with Community Development Partners to extend consulting work associated with Equitable Black Berkeley Initiative
- Kesarwani – Referral for a Security Assessment of the 1700 and 1600 blocks of San Pablo 2 months after City of Berkeley lease of 27-room motel at 1720 San Pablo
- Adopt an Ordinance Amending Berkeley Municipal Code Chapter 3.82 Modifying Membership and Appointment Procedures for the Environment and Climate Commission.
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LAND USE CALENDAR:*
Public Hearings
2065 Kittredge (construct 8-story mixed-use building) 1/31/2023
1262 Francisco (add 40 sq ft and 2nd story balcony) 2/28/2023
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
WORK SESSIONS:
Local Pandemic/Endemic Update Report 2/21/2023
Housing Preference Policy 2/21/2023
Annual Crime Report 3/14/2023 at 4 pm
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program 3/21/2023 at 4 pm
Civic Center Vision Project 3/21/2023 at 4 pm
Fire Facilities Study Report 5/16/2023
Council Special Meeting: Housing Element
Meeting for Local Adoption of the Housing Element is tentatively scheduled for Wednesday, January 18 at 4 pm as a virtual meeting.
Unscheduled Presentations:
African American Holistic Resource Center (January 2023)
Zero Waste 5-Year Rate Schedule (February 2023)
___________
* The Land Use Calendar / Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with the End of the Appeal Period
webpages with easy to find listing of building projects in the appeal period has been removed as another casualty of the conversion to the new City of Berkeley website.
Here is the old website link (no longer functional), Please ask for it to be restored.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
December 18, 2022 - January 2, 2023
Worth Noting –
Public Comment on Ohlone Park Lighting and Restrooms due Jan 2,
Civic Center Planning includes road diet (narrowing MLK Jr Way) and daylighting Strawberry Creek give your input in survey
(links below)
There are no scheduled or expected City meetings from December 18, 2022 through January 2, 2023.
Check the City website for announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
City Council Winter Recess is December 14, 2022 – January 16, 2023.
City of Berkeley Holidays: Monday, December 26, 2022 and Monday, January 2, 2023
Reduced Service Days: Tuesday, December 27 - Wednesday, December 28 - Thursday, December 29 - Friday, December 30
CITY REQUESTS FOR PUBLIC COMMENT:
Ohlone Park Lighting and Restrooms - Public comment deadline is January 2, 2023
To review the plans and options go to the city webpage on Ohlone Park Restroom and Lighting Improvements scroll to past events and pick the 3rd document in the list, the presentation. https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/our-work/capital-projects/ohlone-park-restroom-and-lighting-improvements
Send comments to [email protected] and/or [email protected].
Civic Center Planning for the Civic Center Park, Maudelle Shirek Building (former City Hall) and Veterans Memorial Building – SURVEY
To review the Civic Center presentation go to: https://siegelstrain.sharefile.com/share/view/se8d26a6b71d4449ea51c40655e6e0bd4
A Daylighted Creek – Restore Strawberry Creek in Civic Center Park is a survey option
Strawberry Creek in Strawberry Creek Park used to flow underground in a concrete culvert. Removing the culvert and restoring the creek to its natural state above ground open to air and light is called daylighting. There is State of California grant money available for daylighting creeks through The Urban Creeks Restoration and Flood Control Act of 1984 and other grants.
If you would like to see Strawberry Creek daylighted in Civic Center Park please check that box in the MLK Jr. Civic Center Park survey section and let the project team know why you support daylighting Strawberry Creek in the comment boxes.
To submit your comment, go to the survey at: https://qualtricsxmjph7lvfxl.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_aa71ggvGKG50ZIa
To be added to the list of creek advocates email: [email protected].
Worth Noting –
Public Comment on Ohlone Park Lighting and Restrooms due Jan 2,
Civic Center Planning includes road diet (narrowing MLK Jr Way) and daylighting Strawberry Creek give your input in survey
(links below)
There are no scheduled or expected City meetings from December 18, 2022 through January 2, 2023.
Check the City website for announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
City Council Winter Recess is December 14, 2022 – January 16, 2023.
City of Berkeley Holidays: Monday, December 26, 2022 and Monday, January 2, 2023
Reduced Service Days: Tuesday, December 27 - Wednesday, December 28 - Thursday, December 29 - Friday, December 30
CITY REQUESTS FOR PUBLIC COMMENT:
Ohlone Park Lighting and Restrooms - Public comment deadline is January 2, 2023
To review the plans and options go to the city webpage on Ohlone Park Restroom and Lighting Improvements scroll to past events and pick the 3rd document in the list, the presentation. https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/our-work/capital-projects/ohlone-park-restroom-and-lighting-improvements
Send comments to [email protected] and/or [email protected].
Civic Center Planning for the Civic Center Park, Maudelle Shirek Building (former City Hall) and Veterans Memorial Building – SURVEY
To review the Civic Center presentation go to: https://siegelstrain.sharefile.com/share/view/se8d26a6b71d4449ea51c40655e6e0bd4
A Daylighted Creek – Restore Strawberry Creek in Civic Center Park is a survey option
Strawberry Creek in Strawberry Creek Park used to flow underground in a concrete culvert. Removing the culvert and restoring the creek to its natural state above ground open to air and light is called daylighting. There is State of California grant money available for daylighting creeks through The Urban Creeks Restoration and Flood Control Act of 1984 and other grants.
If you would like to see Strawberry Creek daylighted in Civic Center Park please check that box in the MLK Jr. Civic Center Park survey section and let the project team know why you support daylighting Strawberry Creek in the comment boxes.
To submit your comment, go to the survey at: https://qualtricsxmjph7lvfxl.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_aa71ggvGKG50ZIa
To be added to the list of creek advocates email: [email protected].
December 11 - December 18, 2022
Worth Noting:
City Council Winter Recess is December 14, 2022 – January 16, 2023.
No meetings on Friday or the weekend. Please consider pulling out your N95 or KN95 masks for indoor events. It is winter and people are getting sick with COVID, Flu and RSV (Respiratory Syncytial Virus).
Check the City website for last minute meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
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CITY REQUESTS FOR PUBLIC COMMENT:
Ohlone Park - To review the plans and options go to the city webpage on Ohlone Park Restroom and Lighting Improvements scroll to past events and pick the 3rd document in the list, the presentation. https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/our-work/capital-projects/ohlone-park-restroom-and-lighting-improvements
Send comments to [email protected] and/or [email protected].
Public comments are accepted until January 2, 2023.
Civic Center Planning for the Civic Center Park, Maudelle Shirek Building (former City Hall) and Veterans Memorial Building – To review the presentation go to: https://siegelstrain.sharefile.com/share/view/se8d26a6b71d4449ea51c40655e6e0bd4
To submit your comment go to the survey at: https://qualtricsxmjph7lvfxl.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_aa71ggvGKG50ZIa
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND SPECIAL EVENTS
Monday, December 12, 2022
CITY COUNCIL HEALTH, LIFE ENRICHMENT, EQUITY & COMMUNITY COMMITTEE at 10 am,
(members Bartlett, Kesarwani, Hahn, alternate Taplin)
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81835945409
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 - Meeting ID: 818 3594 5409
AGENDA: 2. Robinson, co-sponsors Harrison, Bartlett, Hahn - Parking/Towing Fines & Fees 1) Adopt Ordinance BMC 14.72.080 to allow individuals who are eligible for Residential Preferential Parking (RPP) permits and have citation for indigent payment plans to purchase RPP and 2) Refer to City Manager to implement reforms the reduce disproportionate burden of parking and towing fees on low income individuals, amend booting & towing policy, c. develop program to offer vehicle release fee waivers for low-income and/or homeless and 3) 2024 Budget referral $383,512 / 2 FTE to manage program.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-health-life-enrichment-equity-community
CITY COUNCIL CLOSED SESSION at 3 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86583999676
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 - Meeting ID: 865 8399 9676
AGENDA: 1. Conference with Legal Counsel existing litigation Schmier v. City of Berkeley RG19036596, 2. Conference with Labor Negotiators (employee organizations: Fire Fighters Assoc. Local 1227 and Local 1227 I.A.F.F. Chief Fire Officers Assoc., IBEW, Local 1245, SIEU 1021 Community Services and Part-time Recreation Activity Leaders, DEIU 1021 Maintenance and Clerical, Public Employees Union Local 1, Unrepresented Employees, Berkeley Police Association).
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
YOUTH CCOMMISSION at 6:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84854484032?
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 - Meeting ID: 848 5448 4032 - Passcode: 992488
AGENDA: 9. Discussion: Study of access and barriers to reproductive services and education for people living in Berkeley (George Lippman – Chair, Peace and Justice Commission), 10. Upcoming construction and design for YAP, 11. Discussion: Letter to BUSD regarding School Safety.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/youth-commission
SPEAKING UP FOR POINT MOLATE AT 6 – 7 PM
Videoconference: https://sierraclub.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJ0lfuiurzIvGdBot967zVfL1PXM3qvq3_VB
AGENDA: Dr. Gill will present on her collaboration with her colleagues and with the Confederated Villages of Lisjan to develop noninvasive archaeological methods to document and protect Point Molate’s sacred ancestral sites.
Videos from previous presentations are available at: https://www.youtube.com/@speakingupforpointmolate4670/videos
HOPKINS STREET REDESIGN at 5:30 – 7:30 pm
Videoconference: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/hopkins-corridor-transportation-safety-project-virtual-community-meeting-tickets-477393485767
Teleconference (video only)
AGENDA: Hopkins Corridor Transportation Safety Project Gillman to San Pablo, Virtual Community Meeting.
Tuesday, December 13, 2022
CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING at 5 pm
HYBRID Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison Street in the BUSD Board Room
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81885763338
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 - Meeting ID: 818 8576 3338
AGENDA: 1. Confirm results of November 8, 2022 election including adopting measure Measure M ordinance and Measure N resolution, 2. Receive $15,000,000 grant from State Coastal Conservancy for waterfront improvements including 1. Dredging Marina Main Channel, 2. Replacement D and E dock system, 3. Improvements to Cesar Chavez Park Pathways, 4. Improvements to South Cove West Parking Lot, 5. Environmental review and design of the pier ferry project, 3. Council Committees and regional body appointments (Harrison appointed as delegate to ABAG with Arreguin as alternate), 4. Appointment of Ben Bartlett as Vice-President of Council for 12-14-2022 to 12-5-2023 and Susan Wengraf as Vice President of Council for 12-6-2023 to 12-1-2024, 6. Seating arrangement Humbart, Kesarwani, Harrison, Bartlett, Arreguin, Wengraf Hahn, Robinson, Taplin.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING at 6 pm
HYBRID Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison Street in the BUSD Board Room
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81885763338
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 818 8576 3338
AGENDA: Use weblink below (click on HTML not pdf) or check agenda list at the end of this post with agenda items labeled to more accurately describe agenda item content.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Wednesday, December 14, 2022
4x4 JOINT TASK FORCE COMMITTEE ON HOUSING: RENT BOARD/CITY COUNCIL at 2:30 pm
(members Arreguin, Taplin, Harrison, Robinson, Leah Simon-Weisberg, Alpert, Kelley)
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89280424536?pwd=aWRTQXo5SnBKRnZobVEvL1pkOHIvdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 - Meeting ID: 892 8042 4536 – Passcode: 339987
AGENDA: 8. Consider amendments to Demolition Ordinance (Comparison between old and proposed – redline - pages 37 – 52)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/4x4-joint-task-force-committee-housing
PARKS, RECREATION and WATERFRONT COMMISSION at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89264197181
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 - Meeting ID: 892 6419 7181
AGENDA: 7. Director’s report on Divisions Parks, Recreation, Waterfront; Capital; Budget, 8. 2023 schedule, 9. Projected Marina Fund Annual Structural Deficit in FY 2023-2024, 10. Potential Parks Tax Increase for parks and landscaping at the Waterfront, 11. Update on $15 million state allocation for Waterfront projects (City Council votes on the allocation at the 5 pm meeting on 12-13-2022), 12. Update on Santa Fe Railroad Park Project, 13. Council reports, 14. Future items, workplan 2023, Parks Development fee, citywide accessibility plan, BMASP update, 15. Communications Turtle Island is listed only as communication item.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/parks-recreation-and-waterfront-commission
Thursday, December 15, 2022
DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89267364699
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 - Meeting ID: 892 6736 4699
AGENDA: 2190 Shattuck at Allston– Preview – redevelop a 19,967 sq ft (0.46-acre) site with proposed 25-story building with 326 residential units and 51 parking spaces in single subterranean level.
3000 Shattuck at Ashby – SB 330 project will be reviewed at the January 19, 2023 meeting – the 10-story, density bonus project with 166 studio units project plans are available now.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/design-review-committee
RENT STABILIZATION BOARD at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83979216510?pwd=Z1ZqQ0xmVm82TjdDcjA0VFB3RGpHZz09
Teleconference: not posted - Meeting ID: not posted
AGENDA: not posted – check after Monday
https://rentboard.berkeleyca.gov/elected-rent-board/rent-board-meetings
Friday, December 16, 2022 & Saturday, December 17, 2022 & Sunday, December 18, 2022
No city meetings –
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AGENDA for December 13, 2022 – CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Hybrid Meeting – Conducted In-Person and Via Zoom Videoconference
In-Person at 1231 Addison St in the BUSD Board Room
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81885763338
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 8818 8576 3338
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
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LAND USE CALENDAR:*
Public Hearings
2065 Kittredge (construct 8-story mixed-use building) 1/31/2023
1262 Francisco (add 40 sq ft and 2nd story balcony) 2/28/2023
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
WORKSESSIONS:
Local Pandemic/Endemic Update Report 2/21/2023
Housing Preference Policy 2/21/2023
Annual Crime Report 3/14/2023 at 4 pm
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program 3/21/2023 at 4 pm
Civic Center Vision Project 3/21/2023 at 4 pm
Fire Facilities Study Report 5/16/2023
Council Special Meeting: Housing Element
Meeting for Local Adoption of the Housing Element is tentatively scheduled for Wednesday, January 18 at 4 pm as a virtual meeting.
Unscheduled Presentations:
African American Holistic Resource Center (January 2023)
Zero Waste 5-Year Rate Schedule (February 2023)
(removed - BART tentative December 13, 2022)
Kelly Hammargren’s summary on what happened the preceding week can be found in the Berkeley Daily Planet under Activist’s Diary at: www.berkeleydailyplanet.com.
This meeting list is also posted at: https://www.sustainableberkeleycoalition.com/whats-ahead.html
If you would like to receive the Activist’s Calendar as soon as it is completed send an email to [email protected].
If you wish to stop receiving the weekly summary of city meetings please forward the email you received to [email protected] with the request to be removed from the email list.
________
* The Land Use Calendar / Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with the End of the Appeal Period
webpages with easy to find listing of building projects in the appeal period has been removed as another casualty of the conversion to the new City of Berkeley website.
Here is the old website link (no longer functional), Please ask for it to be restored.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
Worth Noting:
City Council Winter Recess is December 14, 2022 – January 16, 2023.
- Monday the Council Health, Life Enrichment Equity & Community meets at 10 am on parking, towing, fines and fees and impact on low-income community and homeless, and Residential Preferred Parking (RPP) for low-income individuals with parking tickets. Hopkins Corridor Transportation Safety Redesign Project Gillman to San Pablo at 5:30 pm. The Youth Commission meets at 6:30 with discussion on access to reproductive services and School Safety. Also, Speaking Up for Point Molate at 6 pm is on the Shellmound and protecting ancestral sites. This looks interesting.
- Tuesday these are the go to meetings - City Council meeting at 5 pm starts with confirming the election results, reassignment of committees and item-2 on accepting the $15,000,000 grant from the State Coastal Conservancy and how the City plans to spend the money. The Council regular meeting at 6 pm includes on consent item-8 on placing 22 more IKE Kiosks in Berkeley, item-12 on $4,500,000 to Bonita House for a 2-year pilot of a Specialized Care Unit, and on action item-23 on the mid-year budget adjustment (AAO), item-24 on Pension liabilities and item-25 on BUSD and tennis team trip reduction.
- Wednesday the 4 x 4 Committee meets at 2:30 pm on the demolition ordinance. Parks, Recreation and Waterfront Commission meets at 7 pm on Marina Fund deficit, Santa Fe Park project, Waterfront projects and the expected The Turtle Island Monument Project as a discussion item is listed as communication letter.
- Thursday the Design Review Committee takes up the 25-story, 326 unit project at 2190 Shattuck (Walgreens at Allston site). The project at 3000 Shattuck at Ashby will be reviewed in January and plans are posted for a 10-story building of studio apartments. The Rent Board at 7 pm agenda isn’t posted, check after Monday.
No meetings on Friday or the weekend. Please consider pulling out your N95 or KN95 masks for indoor events. It is winter and people are getting sick with COVID, Flu and RSV (Respiratory Syncytial Virus).
Check the City website for last minute meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
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CITY REQUESTS FOR PUBLIC COMMENT:
Ohlone Park - To review the plans and options go to the city webpage on Ohlone Park Restroom and Lighting Improvements scroll to past events and pick the 3rd document in the list, the presentation. https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/our-work/capital-projects/ohlone-park-restroom-and-lighting-improvements
Send comments to [email protected] and/or [email protected].
Public comments are accepted until January 2, 2023.
Civic Center Planning for the Civic Center Park, Maudelle Shirek Building (former City Hall) and Veterans Memorial Building – To review the presentation go to: https://siegelstrain.sharefile.com/share/view/se8d26a6b71d4449ea51c40655e6e0bd4
To submit your comment go to the survey at: https://qualtricsxmjph7lvfxl.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_aa71ggvGKG50ZIa
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND SPECIAL EVENTS
Monday, December 12, 2022
CITY COUNCIL HEALTH, LIFE ENRICHMENT, EQUITY & COMMUNITY COMMITTEE at 10 am,
(members Bartlett, Kesarwani, Hahn, alternate Taplin)
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81835945409
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 - Meeting ID: 818 3594 5409
AGENDA: 2. Robinson, co-sponsors Harrison, Bartlett, Hahn - Parking/Towing Fines & Fees 1) Adopt Ordinance BMC 14.72.080 to allow individuals who are eligible for Residential Preferential Parking (RPP) permits and have citation for indigent payment plans to purchase RPP and 2) Refer to City Manager to implement reforms the reduce disproportionate burden of parking and towing fees on low income individuals, amend booting & towing policy, c. develop program to offer vehicle release fee waivers for low-income and/or homeless and 3) 2024 Budget referral $383,512 / 2 FTE to manage program.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-health-life-enrichment-equity-community
CITY COUNCIL CLOSED SESSION at 3 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86583999676
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 - Meeting ID: 865 8399 9676
AGENDA: 1. Conference with Legal Counsel existing litigation Schmier v. City of Berkeley RG19036596, 2. Conference with Labor Negotiators (employee organizations: Fire Fighters Assoc. Local 1227 and Local 1227 I.A.F.F. Chief Fire Officers Assoc., IBEW, Local 1245, SIEU 1021 Community Services and Part-time Recreation Activity Leaders, DEIU 1021 Maintenance and Clerical, Public Employees Union Local 1, Unrepresented Employees, Berkeley Police Association).
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
YOUTH CCOMMISSION at 6:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84854484032?
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 - Meeting ID: 848 5448 4032 - Passcode: 992488
AGENDA: 9. Discussion: Study of access and barriers to reproductive services and education for people living in Berkeley (George Lippman – Chair, Peace and Justice Commission), 10. Upcoming construction and design for YAP, 11. Discussion: Letter to BUSD regarding School Safety.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/youth-commission
SPEAKING UP FOR POINT MOLATE AT 6 – 7 PM
Videoconference: https://sierraclub.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJ0lfuiurzIvGdBot967zVfL1PXM3qvq3_VB
AGENDA: Dr. Gill will present on her collaboration with her colleagues and with the Confederated Villages of Lisjan to develop noninvasive archaeological methods to document and protect Point Molate’s sacred ancestral sites.
Videos from previous presentations are available at: https://www.youtube.com/@speakingupforpointmolate4670/videos
HOPKINS STREET REDESIGN at 5:30 – 7:30 pm
Videoconference: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/hopkins-corridor-transportation-safety-project-virtual-community-meeting-tickets-477393485767
Teleconference (video only)
AGENDA: Hopkins Corridor Transportation Safety Project Gillman to San Pablo, Virtual Community Meeting.
Tuesday, December 13, 2022
CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING at 5 pm
HYBRID Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison Street in the BUSD Board Room
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81885763338
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 - Meeting ID: 818 8576 3338
AGENDA: 1. Confirm results of November 8, 2022 election including adopting measure Measure M ordinance and Measure N resolution, 2. Receive $15,000,000 grant from State Coastal Conservancy for waterfront improvements including 1. Dredging Marina Main Channel, 2. Replacement D and E dock system, 3. Improvements to Cesar Chavez Park Pathways, 4. Improvements to South Cove West Parking Lot, 5. Environmental review and design of the pier ferry project, 3. Council Committees and regional body appointments (Harrison appointed as delegate to ABAG with Arreguin as alternate), 4. Appointment of Ben Bartlett as Vice-President of Council for 12-14-2022 to 12-5-2023 and Susan Wengraf as Vice President of Council for 12-6-2023 to 12-1-2024, 6. Seating arrangement Humbart, Kesarwani, Harrison, Bartlett, Arreguin, Wengraf Hahn, Robinson, Taplin.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING at 6 pm
HYBRID Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison Street in the BUSD Board Room
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81885763338
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 818 8576 3338
AGENDA: Use weblink below (click on HTML not pdf) or check agenda list at the end of this post with agenda items labeled to more accurately describe agenda item content.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Wednesday, December 14, 2022
4x4 JOINT TASK FORCE COMMITTEE ON HOUSING: RENT BOARD/CITY COUNCIL at 2:30 pm
(members Arreguin, Taplin, Harrison, Robinson, Leah Simon-Weisberg, Alpert, Kelley)
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89280424536?pwd=aWRTQXo5SnBKRnZobVEvL1pkOHIvdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 - Meeting ID: 892 8042 4536 – Passcode: 339987
AGENDA: 8. Consider amendments to Demolition Ordinance (Comparison between old and proposed – redline - pages 37 – 52)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/4x4-joint-task-force-committee-housing
PARKS, RECREATION and WATERFRONT COMMISSION at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89264197181
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 - Meeting ID: 892 6419 7181
AGENDA: 7. Director’s report on Divisions Parks, Recreation, Waterfront; Capital; Budget, 8. 2023 schedule, 9. Projected Marina Fund Annual Structural Deficit in FY 2023-2024, 10. Potential Parks Tax Increase for parks and landscaping at the Waterfront, 11. Update on $15 million state allocation for Waterfront projects (City Council votes on the allocation at the 5 pm meeting on 12-13-2022), 12. Update on Santa Fe Railroad Park Project, 13. Council reports, 14. Future items, workplan 2023, Parks Development fee, citywide accessibility plan, BMASP update, 15. Communications Turtle Island is listed only as communication item.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/parks-recreation-and-waterfront-commission
Thursday, December 15, 2022
DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89267364699
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 - Meeting ID: 892 6736 4699
AGENDA: 2190 Shattuck at Allston– Preview – redevelop a 19,967 sq ft (0.46-acre) site with proposed 25-story building with 326 residential units and 51 parking spaces in single subterranean level.
3000 Shattuck at Ashby – SB 330 project will be reviewed at the January 19, 2023 meeting – the 10-story, density bonus project with 166 studio units project plans are available now.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/design-review-committee
RENT STABILIZATION BOARD at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83979216510?pwd=Z1ZqQ0xmVm82TjdDcjA0VFB3RGpHZz09
Teleconference: not posted - Meeting ID: not posted
AGENDA: not posted – check after Monday
https://rentboard.berkeleyca.gov/elected-rent-board/rent-board-meetings
Friday, December 16, 2022 & Saturday, December 17, 2022 & Sunday, December 18, 2022
No city meetings –
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AGENDA for December 13, 2022 – CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Hybrid Meeting – Conducted In-Person and Via Zoom Videoconference
In-Person at 1231 Addison St in the BUSD Board Room
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81885763338
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 8818 8576 3338
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
- 2nd reading Fair WorkWeek Ordinance
- 2nd Reading Referral Response: Amendments to the Sign Ordinance and establish new fee
- Resolution ratifying local COVID emergency
- Resolution legislative bodies to continue to meet via videoconference
- Waiver of Sanctuary City Contracting Ordinance for AG Witt LLC for the City’s FEMA Cost-Recovery Contract
- Adopt a Resolution approving the 2023 City of Berkeley’s State and Federal Legislative Platform
- Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute a License Agreement with East Bay Community Energy for Electric Vehicle Fast Charging Stations on Municipal Property
- Ordinance No. 7,626-N.S. IKE Smart City Kiosk Locations, Phase Two add 22 locations for Phase two.
- Contract $400,000 with Herbert Gene Hern, MD as Berkeley Fire Medical Director for 5 years from 7/1/2022 – 6/30/2027
- Contract $70,907 Statewide Prevention and Early Intervention Project FY2023 Participation Agreement – California Mental Health Services Authority through 6/20/2023
- Contract $150,000 with Resource Development Associates to design and implement an evaluation for program effectiveness of the Specialized Care Unit (SCU) and Community Crisis Response Services (Bridge Services) 1/1/2023 to 6/30/2025
- Contract $4,500,000 with Bonita House 2/1/2023 to 1/30/2025 to implement Berkeley’s Specialized Care Unity for 2-year pilot.
- Reserving Predevelopment Funds $500,000 for the Development of Affordable Housing at the North Berkeley BART Station, contingent team’s selection and BART Board approval at Dec 1metting
- Contract $1,120,344 (includes 20% contingency $186,724) with California Constructures for Ohlone Park (East) Playground Replacement and Site Improvements Project
- Contracts $5,000,000 for On-Call Transportation Planning services 1/1/2023 – 6/30/2028 with $1,000,000 each with Alta +Design, Inc, Community Design + Architecture, Fehr & Peers, NN Engineering, In and Toole Design Group, LLC
- Contracts total $10,000,000 for On-Call architectural services ELS Architecture and Urban Design (ELS) $3,333,334, Noll & Tam Architects (N&T) $3,333,333 and Siegal & Strain Architects (SSA)
- Authorization for additional Commission on Disability meeting
- a. Disaster and Fire Safety Commission – Measure FF Budget Recommendation, the Council Public Safety Committee recommended adopting 18. b. the Companion Report from the CM/Fire Chief Sprague
- Environmental and Climate Commission – Send a letter to Wicks and Skinner to advance a proposal to allow cities to dedicate parking spaces for Zero-Emission Vehicles
- Arreguin – Relinquishment of funds to Berkeley Holiday Fund
- Zoning Ordinance Technical Edits and Corrections to BMC Title 23
- FY 2022 Preliminary Year End Status
- Adopt 1st reading of FY 2023 AAO 7,828-N.S. (Annual Appropriations Ordinance) adjustments $172,583,851 (gross) and $170,322,312 (net)
- Status Report – Berkeley’s Financial Condition (FY 2012 – FY 2021) Pension Liabilities and Infrastructure Need Attention.
- Taplin, co-sponsor Harrison – Support Trip Reduction Alternative for BUSD Berkeley High Tennis team and Parking Structure
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LAND USE CALENDAR:*
Public Hearings
2065 Kittredge (construct 8-story mixed-use building) 1/31/2023
1262 Francisco (add 40 sq ft and 2nd story balcony) 2/28/2023
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
WORKSESSIONS:
Local Pandemic/Endemic Update Report 2/21/2023
Housing Preference Policy 2/21/2023
Annual Crime Report 3/14/2023 at 4 pm
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program 3/21/2023 at 4 pm
Civic Center Vision Project 3/21/2023 at 4 pm
Fire Facilities Study Report 5/16/2023
Council Special Meeting: Housing Element
Meeting for Local Adoption of the Housing Element is tentatively scheduled for Wednesday, January 18 at 4 pm as a virtual meeting.
Unscheduled Presentations:
African American Holistic Resource Center (January 2023)
Zero Waste 5-Year Rate Schedule (February 2023)
(removed - BART tentative December 13, 2022)
Kelly Hammargren’s summary on what happened the preceding week can be found in the Berkeley Daily Planet under Activist’s Diary at: www.berkeleydailyplanet.com.
This meeting list is also posted at: https://www.sustainableberkeleycoalition.com/whats-ahead.html
If you would like to receive the Activist’s Calendar as soon as it is completed send an email to [email protected].
If you wish to stop receiving the weekly summary of city meetings please forward the email you received to [email protected] with the request to be removed from the email list.
________
* The Land Use Calendar / Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with the End of the Appeal Period
webpages with easy to find listing of building projects in the appeal period has been removed as another casualty of the conversion to the new City of Berkeley website.
Here is the old website link (no longer functional), Please ask for it to be restored.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
December 4 - December 11, 2022
Worth Noting:
A full week ahead, check https://berkeleyca.gov/ for meetings posted on short notice.
Monday the go to meeting is the in-person North Berkeley BART Station Housing Project open-house meeting at 6 pm at the Library on University. Monday morning at 10:30 am the Public Safety Committee will review the policy for police officer extra duty, i.e. Apple Store on Fourth Street. PAB meets in closed session at 11:30 and the Personnel Board meets at 7 pm.
Tuesday at 6 pm Council meets with item 10 Citywide Affordable Housing Requirements. The proposed changes calculate the fee for avoiding including affordable housing in a project (in lieu fee) by gross residential square feet instead of number of units or providing land at an alternative site with the same or greater value as the in lieu fee. At 6:30 OES (fire department) sponsors a discussion on Emergency Preparedness.
Wednesday the go to meetings are the Civic Arts Commission at 6 pm receives a presentation of the Turtle Island Monument Project and the Planning Commission hearing on the Housing Element at 7 pm. The Disaster and Fire Safety Commission and Police Accountability Board also meet at 7 pm.
Thursday morning at 10 am the Budget and Finance Committee will review and recommend which projects/items will be funded through the AAO (Annual Appropriations Ordinance – mid-year budget adjustment) (another important meeting) The Zoning Adjustment Board meets at 7 pm. Two projects on consent are similar – they both tear down existing single family housing and build two 2-story single family houses in place of one house.
Saturday the Berkeley Neighborhoods Council meets at 10 am (always worth attending).
The December 13 City Council Agenda is posted and available for comment. Use link https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas or go to post at the end of this notice. Item 8 under consent adds 22 IKE Smart City Kiosks. Item 23 is the approval of the AAO (the mid-year budget adjustment). This is the last expected meeting before council goes on winter recess December 14, 2022 – January 16, 2023.
Monday, December 5, 2022
PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE at 10:30 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86864219403
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 868 6421 9403
AGENDA: 2. Review of Policy 1043 Extra Duty Employment (policy for officers working special details wherein the City of Berkeley has a contractual agreement to provide services for a fee to private third parties, i.e. Apple Store on 4th Street)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-public-safety
POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD (PAB) Hearing Panel Closed Session at 11:30 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88595956163
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 885 9595 6163
AGENDA: Closed Session continuation of deliberations pursuant to Berkeley Police Association v. City of Berkeley, et all Alameda County Superior Court Case No. 2002 057569
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
North Berkeley BART OBJECTIVE DESIGN STANDARDS Office Hours at 6 – 7:30 pm
In-Persosn
West Berkeley Branch Library Community Room at 1125 University
AGENDA: Drop-in Office Hours on objective design standards to ask questions, HIGHLY RECOMMENDED – use link to scroll through Objective Design Standards presentation before attending meeting, https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/documents/NB-BART_PreODS_Community_Meeting_1_v1.pdf (both “first Objective Design Standards Community Meeting” and “North Berkeley Objective Design Standards Community Meeting” on the website are the same document)
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/north-berkeley-bart-objective-design-standards-office-hour-person
PERSONNEL BOARD at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85963133318?pwd=ZFZuVkc5WEh3dEFUOCtESG45YXFvdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 859 6313 3318 Passcode: 250835
AGENDA: V. Recommendation to Establish the Medical Director Classification, VI. Request for Extension of Temporary Animal Services Assistant.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/personnel-board
Tuesday, December 6, 2022
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING at 6 pm
Hybrid Meeting – Conducted In-Person and Via Zoom Videoconference
In-Person 1231 Addison St, BUSD Board Room
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84189893148
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 841 8989 3148
AGENDA: Use link and HTML or go to agenda list at the end of this post. Under action affordable housing requirements. Item 10 Citywide Affordable Housing Requirements.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
PLUG INTO EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS at 6:30 pm – 8 pm
Register https://www.eventbrite.com/e/plug-into-emergency-preparedness-registration-476831695437
AGENDA: interactive discussion, from website it looks like this will be about preparing your emergency kit – event sponsored by City Office of Emergency Services (OES - fire department)
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/plug-emergency-preparedness
Wednesday, December 7, 2022
BOARD of LIBRARY TRUSTEES (BOLT) at 6:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86042306505
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 860-4230 6505
AGENDA ACTION: A. Proposed Personnel Changes, Impact to Budget FY 2023-24, B. Report on recruitment process to fill vacancy on BOLT (Davenport’s term ends 5-15-2023).
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86147520326
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 861 4752 0326
AGENDA PRESENTATIONS, DISCUSSION & ACTION ITEMS: a) Turtle Island Monument Conceptual Design, b) Land Acknowledgement, c) FY 2024 Grant Review Panelist Pool, d) FY 2024 Capital Improvements Grants Guidelines, e) FY 2024 Community Festivals and General Operation Support Grant Guidelines changes, f) Cube Space Exhibition, g) 2023 Civic Arts Commission meeting schedule.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
DISASTER and FIRE SAFETY COMMISSION (DFSC) at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1619573531
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 161 957 3531
AGENDA: 5. Community Wildfire Protection Plan (CWPP) Meeting #3 Assessment Priorities and Action Plan, NOTE: this presentation that occurs during the DFSC meeting https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81595546232 is listed online with a different ZOOM link than the meeting and website https://cwpp-berkeley.hub.arcgis.com/ 6. Update on Commission Recommendations to Council, 7. Berkeley Fire Code Update, 8. Fire Department Facilities Master Plan.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/disaster-and-fire-safety-commission
PLANNING COMMISSION at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89799598815
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 897 9959 8815
AGENDA ACTION: 9. Public Hearing: Housing Element 2023-2031, 10. Discussion: Land Acknowledgement Practice. (packet is 1417 pages)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/planning-commission
POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82237902987
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 822 3790 2987
AGENDA: 3. Public comment on agenda and non-agenda items, 5. Staff report, 6. Chair and board reports, 7. Chief’s report, 8. Subcommittee reports a. controlled equipment, b. policy and practices relating to downtown task force and bike unit allegations, c. police chief process, 9. New business a. 2023 schedule, b. Board retreat, c. discussion regarding future access to BPD Internal Affairs Bureau Reports and Information. 10. Public Comment
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
Thursday, December 8, 2022
BUDGET and FINANCE COMMITTEE at 10 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81924010136
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 819 2401 0136
AGENDA: 2. Amendment: FY 2023 Annual Appropriations Ordinance 1. Discuss and determine carryover, 2. Authorize AAO (Annual Appropriations Ordinance), 3. Presentation on Mental Health Transports and Update on the Implementation of the Specialized Care Unit and Community Crisis Response Services, 4. Energy Commission - Recommendation on Climate, Building Electrification, and Sustainable Transportation Budget Priorities for FY 2023 and 2024.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-budget-finance
ZONING ADJUSTMENTS BOARD at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87660567955
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 or 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 876 6056 7955
AGENDA: 3. 2506 Haste – Use Permit #ZP2022-0074 add a Cannabis Consumption Lounge and amplified live music to existing Cannabis retail store – continue to 2-9-2023
4. 1200 Dwight Way – on consent – Use Permit #ZP2022-0028 – demolish single family dwelling and detached garage and build two 2-story single family dwellings with two parking spaces
5. 2310 Eighth Street – on consent – Use Permit #ZP2022-0098 - demolish single family dwelling and detached garage and build two 2-story single family dwellings with two parking spaces
6. 2000 San Pablo – on action - staff recommend approve – Use Permit #ZP2022-0057 to allow retail sale of beer and wine for off-site consumption (Type 20 ABC License) in conjunction with an existing convenience store.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zoning-adjustments-board
WETA (WATER EMERGENCY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY) at 1:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: Vallejo City Hall, 555 Santa Clara Street, Vallejo, CA
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89718217408
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 897 1821 7408 Password: 33779
AGENDA:
https://weta.sanfranciscobayferry.com/next-board-meeting
Friday, December 9, 2022 – Reduced Service Day
Saturday, December 10, 2022
BERKELEY NEIGHBORHOODS COUNCIL at 10 am
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81913698863?pwd=NFJjWlh2aDhtSjh1eG4yQUFkMzNmQT09
Teleconference: 1-253-215-8782 Meeting ID: 819 1369 8863 Passcode: 377919
AGENDA: not posted, check later in the week
https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/
Sunday, December 11, 2022 – no City meetings found
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December 6, 2022 CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING at 6 pm
Hybrid Meeting – Conducted In-Person and Via Zoom Videoconference
In-Person 1231 Addison St, BUSD Board Room
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84189893148
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 841 8989 3148
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA CONSENT:
1.Urgency Ordinance for leasing 1720 San Pablo Avenue term 5 years
2.Amend Contract No. 32100161 add $612,559 total $2,270,177 with Dorothy Day House to cover costs to extend Safe RV parking program through 12/31/2022 and operate the Horizon Village Shelter through 6/30/2023
3.Formal bid solicitations $2,581,000
4.Classification and salary ADA Program Coordinator monthly salary $9,231.73 - $11162.67 (annual $110,780.76 - $133,952.04)
5.Donation $3,400 for Memorial bench at Cesar Chavez Park in memory of Linda Loh
6.Taplin, co-sponsors Harrison, Hahn, Robinson - Office of Racial Equity: Re-Entry Employment and Income Programs Refer to Budget process $50,000 for consultant to recommend a Universal Income Pilot Program for Berkeley and Refer to City Manager study re-entry programs, supports and systems already available for Berkeley residents and to establish evaluation processes for all social services programs recommended through the Reimagining Public Safety Process
ACTION:
7.Update BPD efforts related to improving Hate Crimes Reporting and Response
8.Renewal of Elmwood Business Improvement District for 2023
9.2nd reading Adoption of 2022 CA Fire Code with Local Amendments
10.Public Hearing – updating Citywide Affordable Housing Requirements
INFORMATION REPORTS:
11.FY 2022 Fourth QTR Investment Report, ended June 30, 2022
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December 13, 2022 – CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Hybrid Meeting – Conducted In-Person and Via Zoom Videoconference
In-Person 1231 Addison St, BUSD Board Room
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81885763338
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 8818 8576 3338
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA CONSENT:
1.2nd reading Fair WorkWeek Ordinance
2.2nd Reading Referral Response: Amendments to the Sign Ordinance and establish new fee
3.Resolution ratifying local COVID emergency
4.Resolution legislative bodies to continue to meet via videoconference
5.Waiver of Sanctuary City Contracting Ordinance for AG Witt LLC for the City’s FEMA Cost-Recovery Contract
6.Adopt a Resolution approving the 2023 City of Berkeley’s State and Federal Legislative Platform
7.Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute a License Agreement with East Bay Community Energy for Electric Vehicle Fast Charging Stations on Municipal Property
8.Ordinance No. 7,626-N.S. IKE Smart City Kiosk Locations, Phase Two add 22 locations for Phase two.
9.Contract $400,000 with Herbert Gene Hern, MD as Berkeley Fire Medical Director for 5 years from 7/1/2022 – 6/30/2027
10.Contract $70,907 Statewide Prevention and Early Intervention Project FY2023 Participation Agreement – California Mental Health Services Authority through 6/20/2023
11.Contract $150,000 with Resource Development Associates to design and implement an evaluation for program effectiveness of the Specialized Care Unit (SCU) and Community Crisis Response Services (Bridge Services) 1/1/2023 to 6/30/2025
12.Contract $4,500,000 with Bonita House 2/1/2023 to 1/30/2025 to implement Berkeley’s Specialized Care Unity for 2-year pilot.
13.Reserving Predevelopment Funds $500,000 for the Development of Affordable Housing at the North Berkeley BART Station, contingent team’s selection and BART Board approval at Dec 1metting
14.Contract $1,120,344 (includes 20% contingency $186,724) with California Constructures for Ohlone Park (East) Playground Replacement and Site Improvements Project
15.Contracts $5,000,000 for On-Call Transportation Planning services 1/1/2023 – 6/30/2028 with $1,000,000 each with Alta +Design, Inc, Community Design + Architecture, Fehr & Peers, NN Engineering, In and Toole Design Group, LLC
16.Contracts total $10,000,000 for On-Call architectural services ELS Architecture and Urban Design (ELS) $3,333,334, Noll & Tam Architects (N&T) $3,333,333 and Siegal & Strain Architects (SSA)
17.Authorization for additional Commission on Disability meeting
18.Disaster and Fire Safety Commission – Measure FF Budget Recommendation, the Council Public Safety Committee recommended adopting the Companion Report from the CM/Fire Chief Sprague
19.Environmental and Climate Commission – Send a letter to Wicks and Skinner to advance a proposal to allow cities to dedicate parking spaces for Zero-Emission Vehicles
20.Arreguin – Relinquishment of funds to Berkeley Holiday Fund
ACTION:
21.Zoning Ordinance Technical Edits and Corrections to BMC Title 23
22.FY 2022 Preliminary Year End Status
23.Adopt 1st reading of FY 2023 AAO 7,828-N.S. (Annual Appropriations Ordinance) adjustments $172,583,851 (gross) and $170,322,312 (net)
24.Status Report – Berkeley’s Financial Condition (FY 2012 – FY 2021) Pension Liabilities and Infrastructure Need Attention.
25.Taplin, co-sponsor Harrison – Support Trip Reduction Alternative for BUSD Berkeley High Tennis team and Parking Structure
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LAND USE CALENDAR:
Public Hearing to be scheduled
2065 Kittredge (construct 8-story mixed-use building) 1/31/2023
1262 Francisco (add 40 sq ft and 2nd story balcony) 2/28/2023
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
WORKSESSIONS:
Local Pandemic/Endemic Update Report 2/21/2023
Housing Preference Policy 2/21/2023
Annual Crime Report 3/14/2023 at 4 pm
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program 3/21/2023 at 4 pm
Civic Center Vision Project 3/21/2023 at 4 pm
Fire Facilities Study Report 5/16/2023
Unscheduled Presentations
Housing Element - Local Adoption of the Housing Element in January possibly Wednesday, January 18 virtual meeting at 4 pm
Adoption of Election Results, adoption of vice-mayor, seating and committees publish on dec 8 or 9 for meeting on dec 13 (December 2022)
African American Holistic Resource Center (January 2023)
Zero Waste 5-Year Rate Schedule (February 2023)
(removed - BART tentative December 13, 2022)
Kelly Hammargren’s on what happened the preceding week can be found in the Berkeley Daily Planet www.berkeleydailyplanet.com under Activist’s Diary. This meeting list is also posted at https://www.sustainableberkeleycoalition.com/whats-ahead.html on the Sustainable Berkeley Coalition website.
If you would like to receive the Activist’s Calendar as soon as it is completed send an email to [email protected]. If you wish to stop receiving the weekly summary of city meetings please forward the weekly su
WORKSESSIONS:
September 20 Residential Objective Standards for Middle Housing at 4 pm
October 6 Measure O Report and Update at 4 pm
Unscheduled Presentations
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Fire Facilities Study Report
African American Holistic Resource Center (November 15)
(removed - Cannabis Health Considerations)
Kelly Hammargren’s on what happened the preceding week can be found in the Berkeley Daily Planet www.berkeleydailyplanet.com under Activist’s Diary. This meeting list is also posted at https://www.sustainableberkeleycoalition.com/whats-ahead.html on the Sustainable Berkeley Coalition website.
If you would like to receive the Activist’s Calendar as soon as it is completed send an email to [email protected]. If you wish to stop receiving the weekly summary of city meetings please forward the weekly summary you received to [email protected]
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
WORKSESSIONS:
September 20 Residential Objective Standards for Middle Housing at 4 pm
October 6 Measure O Report and Update at 4 pm
Unscheduled Presentations
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Fire Facilities Study Report
African American Holistic Resource Center (November 15)
(removed - Cannabis Health Considerations)
Worth Noting:
A full week ahead, check https://berkeleyca.gov/ for meetings posted on short notice.
Monday the go to meeting is the in-person North Berkeley BART Station Housing Project open-house meeting at 6 pm at the Library on University. Monday morning at 10:30 am the Public Safety Committee will review the policy for police officer extra duty, i.e. Apple Store on Fourth Street. PAB meets in closed session at 11:30 and the Personnel Board meets at 7 pm.
Tuesday at 6 pm Council meets with item 10 Citywide Affordable Housing Requirements. The proposed changes calculate the fee for avoiding including affordable housing in a project (in lieu fee) by gross residential square feet instead of number of units or providing land at an alternative site with the same or greater value as the in lieu fee. At 6:30 OES (fire department) sponsors a discussion on Emergency Preparedness.
Wednesday the go to meetings are the Civic Arts Commission at 6 pm receives a presentation of the Turtle Island Monument Project and the Planning Commission hearing on the Housing Element at 7 pm. The Disaster and Fire Safety Commission and Police Accountability Board also meet at 7 pm.
Thursday morning at 10 am the Budget and Finance Committee will review and recommend which projects/items will be funded through the AAO (Annual Appropriations Ordinance – mid-year budget adjustment) (another important meeting) The Zoning Adjustment Board meets at 7 pm. Two projects on consent are similar – they both tear down existing single family housing and build two 2-story single family houses in place of one house.
Saturday the Berkeley Neighborhoods Council meets at 10 am (always worth attending).
The December 13 City Council Agenda is posted and available for comment. Use link https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas or go to post at the end of this notice. Item 8 under consent adds 22 IKE Smart City Kiosks. Item 23 is the approval of the AAO (the mid-year budget adjustment). This is the last expected meeting before council goes on winter recess December 14, 2022 – January 16, 2023.
Monday, December 5, 2022
PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE at 10:30 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86864219403
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 868 6421 9403
AGENDA: 2. Review of Policy 1043 Extra Duty Employment (policy for officers working special details wherein the City of Berkeley has a contractual agreement to provide services for a fee to private third parties, i.e. Apple Store on 4th Street)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-public-safety
POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD (PAB) Hearing Panel Closed Session at 11:30 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88595956163
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 885 9595 6163
AGENDA: Closed Session continuation of deliberations pursuant to Berkeley Police Association v. City of Berkeley, et all Alameda County Superior Court Case No. 2002 057569
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
North Berkeley BART OBJECTIVE DESIGN STANDARDS Office Hours at 6 – 7:30 pm
In-Persosn
West Berkeley Branch Library Community Room at 1125 University
AGENDA: Drop-in Office Hours on objective design standards to ask questions, HIGHLY RECOMMENDED – use link to scroll through Objective Design Standards presentation before attending meeting, https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/documents/NB-BART_PreODS_Community_Meeting_1_v1.pdf (both “first Objective Design Standards Community Meeting” and “North Berkeley Objective Design Standards Community Meeting” on the website are the same document)
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/north-berkeley-bart-objective-design-standards-office-hour-person
PERSONNEL BOARD at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85963133318?pwd=ZFZuVkc5WEh3dEFUOCtESG45YXFvdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 859 6313 3318 Passcode: 250835
AGENDA: V. Recommendation to Establish the Medical Director Classification, VI. Request for Extension of Temporary Animal Services Assistant.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/personnel-board
Tuesday, December 6, 2022
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING at 6 pm
Hybrid Meeting – Conducted In-Person and Via Zoom Videoconference
In-Person 1231 Addison St, BUSD Board Room
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84189893148
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 841 8989 3148
AGENDA: Use link and HTML or go to agenda list at the end of this post. Under action affordable housing requirements. Item 10 Citywide Affordable Housing Requirements.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
PLUG INTO EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS at 6:30 pm – 8 pm
Register https://www.eventbrite.com/e/plug-into-emergency-preparedness-registration-476831695437
AGENDA: interactive discussion, from website it looks like this will be about preparing your emergency kit – event sponsored by City Office of Emergency Services (OES - fire department)
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/plug-emergency-preparedness
Wednesday, December 7, 2022
BOARD of LIBRARY TRUSTEES (BOLT) at 6:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86042306505
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 860-4230 6505
AGENDA ACTION: A. Proposed Personnel Changes, Impact to Budget FY 2023-24, B. Report on recruitment process to fill vacancy on BOLT (Davenport’s term ends 5-15-2023).
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86147520326
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 861 4752 0326
AGENDA PRESENTATIONS, DISCUSSION & ACTION ITEMS: a) Turtle Island Monument Conceptual Design, b) Land Acknowledgement, c) FY 2024 Grant Review Panelist Pool, d) FY 2024 Capital Improvements Grants Guidelines, e) FY 2024 Community Festivals and General Operation Support Grant Guidelines changes, f) Cube Space Exhibition, g) 2023 Civic Arts Commission meeting schedule.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
DISASTER and FIRE SAFETY COMMISSION (DFSC) at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1619573531
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 161 957 3531
AGENDA: 5. Community Wildfire Protection Plan (CWPP) Meeting #3 Assessment Priorities and Action Plan, NOTE: this presentation that occurs during the DFSC meeting https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81595546232 is listed online with a different ZOOM link than the meeting and website https://cwpp-berkeley.hub.arcgis.com/ 6. Update on Commission Recommendations to Council, 7. Berkeley Fire Code Update, 8. Fire Department Facilities Master Plan.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/disaster-and-fire-safety-commission
PLANNING COMMISSION at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89799598815
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 897 9959 8815
AGENDA ACTION: 9. Public Hearing: Housing Element 2023-2031, 10. Discussion: Land Acknowledgement Practice. (packet is 1417 pages)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/planning-commission
POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82237902987
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 822 3790 2987
AGENDA: 3. Public comment on agenda and non-agenda items, 5. Staff report, 6. Chair and board reports, 7. Chief’s report, 8. Subcommittee reports a. controlled equipment, b. policy and practices relating to downtown task force and bike unit allegations, c. police chief process, 9. New business a. 2023 schedule, b. Board retreat, c. discussion regarding future access to BPD Internal Affairs Bureau Reports and Information. 10. Public Comment
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
Thursday, December 8, 2022
BUDGET and FINANCE COMMITTEE at 10 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81924010136
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 819 2401 0136
AGENDA: 2. Amendment: FY 2023 Annual Appropriations Ordinance 1. Discuss and determine carryover, 2. Authorize AAO (Annual Appropriations Ordinance), 3. Presentation on Mental Health Transports and Update on the Implementation of the Specialized Care Unit and Community Crisis Response Services, 4. Energy Commission - Recommendation on Climate, Building Electrification, and Sustainable Transportation Budget Priorities for FY 2023 and 2024.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-budget-finance
ZONING ADJUSTMENTS BOARD at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87660567955
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 or 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 876 6056 7955
AGENDA: 3. 2506 Haste – Use Permit #ZP2022-0074 add a Cannabis Consumption Lounge and amplified live music to existing Cannabis retail store – continue to 2-9-2023
4. 1200 Dwight Way – on consent – Use Permit #ZP2022-0028 – demolish single family dwelling and detached garage and build two 2-story single family dwellings with two parking spaces
5. 2310 Eighth Street – on consent – Use Permit #ZP2022-0098 - demolish single family dwelling and detached garage and build two 2-story single family dwellings with two parking spaces
6. 2000 San Pablo – on action - staff recommend approve – Use Permit #ZP2022-0057 to allow retail sale of beer and wine for off-site consumption (Type 20 ABC License) in conjunction with an existing convenience store.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zoning-adjustments-board
WETA (WATER EMERGENCY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY) at 1:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: Vallejo City Hall, 555 Santa Clara Street, Vallejo, CA
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89718217408
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 897 1821 7408 Password: 33779
AGENDA:
https://weta.sanfranciscobayferry.com/next-board-meeting
Friday, December 9, 2022 – Reduced Service Day
Saturday, December 10, 2022
BERKELEY NEIGHBORHOODS COUNCIL at 10 am
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81913698863?pwd=NFJjWlh2aDhtSjh1eG4yQUFkMzNmQT09
Teleconference: 1-253-215-8782 Meeting ID: 819 1369 8863 Passcode: 377919
AGENDA: not posted, check later in the week
https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/
Sunday, December 11, 2022 – no City meetings found
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December 6, 2022 CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING at 6 pm
Hybrid Meeting – Conducted In-Person and Via Zoom Videoconference
In-Person 1231 Addison St, BUSD Board Room
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84189893148
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 841 8989 3148
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA CONSENT:
1.Urgency Ordinance for leasing 1720 San Pablo Avenue term 5 years
2.Amend Contract No. 32100161 add $612,559 total $2,270,177 with Dorothy Day House to cover costs to extend Safe RV parking program through 12/31/2022 and operate the Horizon Village Shelter through 6/30/2023
3.Formal bid solicitations $2,581,000
4.Classification and salary ADA Program Coordinator monthly salary $9,231.73 - $11162.67 (annual $110,780.76 - $133,952.04)
5.Donation $3,400 for Memorial bench at Cesar Chavez Park in memory of Linda Loh
6.Taplin, co-sponsors Harrison, Hahn, Robinson - Office of Racial Equity: Re-Entry Employment and Income Programs Refer to Budget process $50,000 for consultant to recommend a Universal Income Pilot Program for Berkeley and Refer to City Manager study re-entry programs, supports and systems already available for Berkeley residents and to establish evaluation processes for all social services programs recommended through the Reimagining Public Safety Process
ACTION:
7.Update BPD efforts related to improving Hate Crimes Reporting and Response
8.Renewal of Elmwood Business Improvement District for 2023
9.2nd reading Adoption of 2022 CA Fire Code with Local Amendments
10.Public Hearing – updating Citywide Affordable Housing Requirements
INFORMATION REPORTS:
11.FY 2022 Fourth QTR Investment Report, ended June 30, 2022
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December 13, 2022 – CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Hybrid Meeting – Conducted In-Person and Via Zoom Videoconference
In-Person 1231 Addison St, BUSD Board Room
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81885763338
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 8818 8576 3338
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA CONSENT:
1.2nd reading Fair WorkWeek Ordinance
2.2nd Reading Referral Response: Amendments to the Sign Ordinance and establish new fee
3.Resolution ratifying local COVID emergency
4.Resolution legislative bodies to continue to meet via videoconference
5.Waiver of Sanctuary City Contracting Ordinance for AG Witt LLC for the City’s FEMA Cost-Recovery Contract
6.Adopt a Resolution approving the 2023 City of Berkeley’s State and Federal Legislative Platform
7.Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute a License Agreement with East Bay Community Energy for Electric Vehicle Fast Charging Stations on Municipal Property
8.Ordinance No. 7,626-N.S. IKE Smart City Kiosk Locations, Phase Two add 22 locations for Phase two.
9.Contract $400,000 with Herbert Gene Hern, MD as Berkeley Fire Medical Director for 5 years from 7/1/2022 – 6/30/2027
10.Contract $70,907 Statewide Prevention and Early Intervention Project FY2023 Participation Agreement – California Mental Health Services Authority through 6/20/2023
11.Contract $150,000 with Resource Development Associates to design and implement an evaluation for program effectiveness of the Specialized Care Unit (SCU) and Community Crisis Response Services (Bridge Services) 1/1/2023 to 6/30/2025
12.Contract $4,500,000 with Bonita House 2/1/2023 to 1/30/2025 to implement Berkeley’s Specialized Care Unity for 2-year pilot.
13.Reserving Predevelopment Funds $500,000 for the Development of Affordable Housing at the North Berkeley BART Station, contingent team’s selection and BART Board approval at Dec 1metting
14.Contract $1,120,344 (includes 20% contingency $186,724) with California Constructures for Ohlone Park (East) Playground Replacement and Site Improvements Project
15.Contracts $5,000,000 for On-Call Transportation Planning services 1/1/2023 – 6/30/2028 with $1,000,000 each with Alta +Design, Inc, Community Design + Architecture, Fehr & Peers, NN Engineering, In and Toole Design Group, LLC
16.Contracts total $10,000,000 for On-Call architectural services ELS Architecture and Urban Design (ELS) $3,333,334, Noll & Tam Architects (N&T) $3,333,333 and Siegal & Strain Architects (SSA)
17.Authorization for additional Commission on Disability meeting
18.Disaster and Fire Safety Commission – Measure FF Budget Recommendation, the Council Public Safety Committee recommended adopting the Companion Report from the CM/Fire Chief Sprague
19.Environmental and Climate Commission – Send a letter to Wicks and Skinner to advance a proposal to allow cities to dedicate parking spaces for Zero-Emission Vehicles
20.Arreguin – Relinquishment of funds to Berkeley Holiday Fund
ACTION:
21.Zoning Ordinance Technical Edits and Corrections to BMC Title 23
22.FY 2022 Preliminary Year End Status
23.Adopt 1st reading of FY 2023 AAO 7,828-N.S. (Annual Appropriations Ordinance) adjustments $172,583,851 (gross) and $170,322,312 (net)
24.Status Report – Berkeley’s Financial Condition (FY 2012 – FY 2021) Pension Liabilities and Infrastructure Need Attention.
25.Taplin, co-sponsor Harrison – Support Trip Reduction Alternative for BUSD Berkeley High Tennis team and Parking Structure
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LAND USE CALENDAR:
Public Hearing to be scheduled
2065 Kittredge (construct 8-story mixed-use building) 1/31/2023
1262 Francisco (add 40 sq ft and 2nd story balcony) 2/28/2023
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
WORKSESSIONS:
Local Pandemic/Endemic Update Report 2/21/2023
Housing Preference Policy 2/21/2023
Annual Crime Report 3/14/2023 at 4 pm
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program 3/21/2023 at 4 pm
Civic Center Vision Project 3/21/2023 at 4 pm
Fire Facilities Study Report 5/16/2023
Unscheduled Presentations
Housing Element - Local Adoption of the Housing Element in January possibly Wednesday, January 18 virtual meeting at 4 pm
Adoption of Election Results, adoption of vice-mayor, seating and committees publish on dec 8 or 9 for meeting on dec 13 (December 2022)
African American Holistic Resource Center (January 2023)
Zero Waste 5-Year Rate Schedule (February 2023)
(removed - BART tentative December 13, 2022)
Kelly Hammargren’s on what happened the preceding week can be found in the Berkeley Daily Planet www.berkeleydailyplanet.com under Activist’s Diary. This meeting list is also posted at https://www.sustainableberkeleycoalition.com/whats-ahead.html on the Sustainable Berkeley Coalition website.
If you would like to receive the Activist’s Calendar as soon as it is completed send an email to [email protected]. If you wish to stop receiving the weekly summary of city meetings please forward the weekly su
WORKSESSIONS:
September 20 Residential Objective Standards for Middle Housing at 4 pm
October 6 Measure O Report and Update at 4 pm
Unscheduled Presentations
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Fire Facilities Study Report
African American Holistic Resource Center (November 15)
(removed - Cannabis Health Considerations)
Kelly Hammargren’s on what happened the preceding week can be found in the Berkeley Daily Planet www.berkeleydailyplanet.com under Activist’s Diary. This meeting list is also posted at https://www.sustainableberkeleycoalition.com/whats-ahead.html on the Sustainable Berkeley Coalition website.
If you would like to receive the Activist’s Calendar as soon as it is completed send an email to [email protected]. If you wish to stop receiving the weekly summary of city meetings please forward the weekly summary you received to [email protected]
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
WORKSESSIONS:
September 20 Residential Objective Standards for Middle Housing at 4 pm
October 6 Measure O Report and Update at 4 pm
Unscheduled Presentations
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Fire Facilities Study Report
African American Holistic Resource Center (November 15)
(removed - Cannabis Health Considerations)
November 27 - December 4, 2022
Worth Noting:
I think I caught every announcement and change, however, the long holiday weekend means some meeting postings will not appear until Monday. Check https://berkeleyca.gov/ for meetings posted on short notice. The Council will be approving adjustments to the AAO (Annual Appropriations Ordinance – City Budget) on December 13. Expect meetings of the Budget Committee to be posted prior to December 13.
Monday at the Agenda Committee at 2:30 pm item 23 in the draft agenda for the December 13 City Council meeting is a redesign of University Avenue with a Bus Rapid Transit lane and boarding platforms. This would be the fifth Emergency Access and Evacuation Route targeted for redesign resulting in road narrowing. This is serious stuff. https://citywatchla.com/index.php/cw/los-angeles/24745-la-traffic-who-put-the-die-in-road-diets The Sugar Sweetened Beverage Subcommittee meets at 4 and council is in closed session at 4:30 pm
Tuesday City Council meets at 6 pm with the last action item on the agenda the redesign of Adeline at the Ashby BART Station (this is on the city map as an emergency access and evacuation route). The Civic arts Commission policy subcommittee meets at 9:30 am. The Zero Waste Commission meets at 6 pm with a recycling market update and the Community Health Commission meets at 6:30 pm on Psychedelic Drug Policy.
Wednesday the 4 x 4 Committee meets at 3 pm on amendments to the eviction moratorium. The Environment and Climate Commission meets at 5 pm on EV Charging stations and Native Plants and my go to meeting is the Ohlone Park meeting at 6:30 will be on the public restroom and park lighting.
Thursday the Land Use Committee meets at 10:30 am on tenant habitability, relocation assistance and tenant conflict resolution. The Park-Addison Project at 6 pm is on bike access/safety and the North Berkeley Objective Design Standards drop-in open hours starting at 6 pm is in follow-up to the community meeting. The Landmarks Commission will have a presentation/review of the Civic Center Park and Fountain at 7 pm, another go to meeting.
No weekend meetings were found.
The December 6 City Council agenda is posted and available for comment.
Monday, November 28, 2022
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1601730715
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 160 173 0715
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 9/20/2022 draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda after list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council workssessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review: 8. COVID, 9. Return to In-person meetings for legislative bodies, Unscheduled Items: 10. Discussion Regarding Design and Strengthening of Policy Committees, 11. Supporting Commissions, Guidance on Legislative Proposals.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
CITY COUNCIL Closed Session 4:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81072611640
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 810 7261 1640
AGENDA: 1. Conference with Real Property Negotiators 1718 8th Street (parties City of Berkeley and Bay Area Hispano Institute for Advancement) and 2. Pending litigation a. Claim of Susan Simonds & Michael Wentworth, b. Claim of Selamawit Tezare.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Sugar Sweetened Beverages - PREVENTION, STRATEGIES AND OUTCOMES at 4 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1611906570?pwd=Vys1dkc0cU1vY2MvZkllbGRKRnRyQT09
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 Meeting ID: 161 190 6570 Passcode: 495674
AGENDA: 1. Finalize selection criteria questions for RFP
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/sugar-sweetened-beverage-product-panel-experts
Tuesday, November 29, 2022
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION Policy Subcommittee at 9:30 am
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1614776545
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 Meeting ID: 161 477 6545
AGENDA Discussion/Possible Action: 5. A. Draft Capital Grants Guidelines, b. Poet Laureate program ideas and possible partnership with Library.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82196348694
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 821 9634 8694
AGENDA: Use link, click on HTML or check full agenda for November 29 at the end of this post.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
ZERO WASTE COMMISSION at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/s/82587046286
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 825 8704 6286
AGENDA: 6. Staff Updates Zero Waste Rates, Zero Waste Integrated Waste Management Plan, Transfer Station Redesign, SB 1383 Implementation, staff changes, Discussion/Action: 1 Recycling markets update, 2. 2023 meeting schedule.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zero-waste-commission
COMMUNITY HEALTH COMMISSION Special Meeting at 6:30 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1616383982?pwd=TFZWb0x3MnlUdVRyWUpBWk1Yak13Zz09
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 Meeting ID: 161 636 3982 Passcode: 695502
AGENDA: 5. Public Comment (Speakers will have up to 5 minutes each), Discussion/Action 2. Approve commission recommendation (Responsible Psychedelic Drug Policy in Berkeley) for City Council referral on Entheogenic Plants
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/community-health-commission
Wednesday, November 30, 2022
4x4 JOINT TASK FORCE COMMITTEE ON HOUSING: Rent Board/City Council at 3 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84125201403?pwd=OGoxUzdUWEZ0T0tuaEczcWRqVWc2QT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 841 2520 1403 Passcode: 554148
AGENDA Discussion/possible action: 6. Recommendations on signage related to Elevator Ordinance, 7. Amendments to Eviction Moratorium (BMC13.110), 8. Council’s use of Emergency Powers to limit/reduce the 4.4% Annual General Adjustment rent increase for 2023 for rent-controlled units.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/4x4-joint-task-force-committee-housing
ENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATE COMMISSION at 5 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83852085610
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 or 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 838 5208 5610
AGENDA Discussion/Action: a. Zoning Changes to Encourage EV Charging/Discourage Gas Stations (subcommittee McGuire, Allen, Lunaparra, Tahara), b. Transportation Public Space Reallocation subcommittee (Hedlund, McGuire, Lunaparra, Gould), c. Native Plants and Pesticide Reduction Subcommittee (Ranney, McGuire, Allen)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/environment-and-climate-commission
OHLONE PARK RESTROOM &LIGHTING IMPROVEMENTS Community Meeting 6:30
Register: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0vc-6rrzsqHNFeBrR1Ac86VdVAKMab_NsJ?_x_zm_rtaid=-OoWkV-ASEKrkZS9OnT_XQ.1669435965119.df4d7f586c7c0c7ac7ad44f20d34558f&_x_zm_rhtaid=222
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 892 4731 0065
AGENDA:
Thursday, December 1, 2022
CITY COUNCIL LAND USE, HOUSING & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE at 10:30 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83318619669
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 833 1861 9669
AGENDA: 2. Arreguin, co-sponsor Hahn - Referral to CM: Tenant Habitability Plan and Amendments to Relocation Ordinance, 3. Taplin – Amends BMC Chapter 13.84 to Expand Relocation Assistance and Conflict Resolution for Tenants.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-land-use-housing-economic-development
PARKER-ADDISON MOBILITY AND SAFETY IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT at 5:30 pm
Videoconference: check link after Monday
Teleconference: Meeting ID: check link after Monday
AGENDA: this project is related to the State of California Affordable Housing and Sustainable Communities (AHSC) $1,420,302 grant.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/our-work/capital-projects/parker-addison-bike-boulevard
North Berkeley BART OBJECTIVE DESIGN STANDARDS Office Hours 6 – 7:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83922787814
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 839 2278 7814
AGENDA: Drop-in Office Hours on objective design standards to ask questions
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/north-berkeley-bart-objective-design-standards-office-hour-virtual
LANDMARKS PRESERVATION COMMISSION at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83362259429
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 833 6225 9429
AGENDA: 5. 2100 MLK Jr Way – Referral for the Civic Center Park and Fountain site
6. 2113-2115 Kittredge – Structural alteration Permit for the California Theater – demolish theater, but retain façade into the design of new mixed-use building.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/landmarks-preservation-commission
Friday, December 2, 2022 & Saturday, December 3, 2022 & Sunday, December 4, 2022
No city meetings found
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November 28 - AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Draft Agenda for December 13, 2022 Regular 6 pm City Council Meeting
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89020212227
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 890 2021 2227
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
AGENDA CONSENT:
1.2nd reading Fair WorkWeek Ordinance
2.Resolution ratifying local COVID emergency
3.Resolution legislative bodies to continue to meet via videoconference
4.Waiver of Sanctuary City Contracting Ordinance for AG Witt LLC for the City’s FEMA Cost-Recovery Contract
5.Adopt a Resolution approving the City of Berkeley’s State and Federal Legislative Platform
6.Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute a License Agreement with East Bay Community Energy for Electric Vehicle Fast Charging Stations on Municipal Property
7.Ordinance No. 7,626-N.S. IKE Smart City Kiosk Locations, Phase Two add 22 locations for Phase two.
8.Contract $400,000 with Herbert Gene Hern, MD as Berkeley Fire Medical Director for 5 years from 7/1/2022 – 6/30/2027
9.Contract $70,907 Statewide Prevention and Early Intervention Project FY2023 Participation Agreement – California Mental Health Services Authority through 6/20/2023
10.Contract $150,000 with Resource Development Associates to design and implement an evaluation for program effectiveness of the Specialized Care Unit and Community Crisis Response Services (Bridge Services) 1/1/2023 to 6/30/2025
11.Contract $4,500,000 with Bonita House 2/1/2023 to 1/30/2025 to implement Berkeley’s Specialized Care Unity for 2 year pilot.
12.Reserving Predevelopment Funds $500,000 for the Development of Affordable Housing at the North Berkeley BART Station, contingent team’s selection and BART Board approval at Dec 1metting
13.Contract $1,120,344 (includes 20% contingency $186,724) with California Constructures for Ohlone Park (East) Playground Replacement and Site Improvements Project
14.Contracts $5,000,000 for On-Call Transportation Planning services 1/1/2023 – 6/30/2028 with $1,000,000 each with Alta +Design, Inc, Community Design + Architecture, Fehr & Peers, NN Engineering, In and Toole Design Group, LLC
15.Contracts total $10,000,000 for On-Call architectural services ELS Architecture and Urban Design (ELS) $3,333,334, Noll & Tam Architects (N&T) $3,333,333 and Siegal & Strain Architects (SSA)
16.Authorization for additional Commission on Disability meeting
17.Disaster and Fire Safety Commission – Measure FF Budget Recommendation, the Council Public Safety Committee recommended adopting the Companion Report from the CM/Fire Chief Sprague
18.Environmental and Climate Commission – Send a letter to Wicks and Skinner to advance a proposal to allow cities to dedicate parking spaces for Zero-Emission Vehicles
19.Arreguin – Relinquishment of funds to Berkeley Holiday Fund
20.Taplin, co-sponsor Harrison – Support Trip Reduction Alternative for BUSD Berkeley High Tennis team and Parking Structure
ACTION:
21.Zoning Ordinance Technical Edits and Corrections to BMC Title 23
22.Adopt 1st reading of FY 2023 AAO 7,828-N.S. (Annual Appropriations Ordinance) adjustments $172,583,851 (gross) and $170,322,312 (net)
23.Taplin – University Avenue Bus Rapid Transit, 1. Refer to CM and Public Works the initiation of a University Multimodal Corridor Project that centers on creation of a Bus Rapit Transit (BRT) corridor along University Avenue with dedicated lanes and elevated platforms, refer $300,000 for consultant for the project, refer $30,000 for elevated platforms on a pilot basis
24.Barlett, co-sponsor Taplin – Refer to Civic Arts Commission to Create an Official Song, Motto and Flag for the City of Berkeley
25.Barlett – Refer to Health Commission and Environmental Commission to propose regulations on the sale of miniture bottles of alcohol
INFORMATION REPORTS:
26.FY 2022 Preliminary Year End Status
27.Status Report – Berkeley’s Financial Condition (FY 2012 – FY 2021) Pension Liabilities and Infrastructure Need Attention.
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NOVEMBER 29, 2022 CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82196348694
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 821 9634 8694
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA CONSENT:
1.2nd Reading Ordinance No. 7,841-N.S. Sewer and Access Road Easement and Installation Agreement with Paulonia Investment, LLC
2.2nd Reading Ordinance No. 7,842-N.S. Sewer and Access Road Easement and Installation Agreement with James Robert Higgins
3.2nd Reading Ordinance No. 7,843-N.S. Sewer and Access Road Easement and Installation Agreement with Paulonia Investment, LLC and Little Tree Investment, Inc.
4.2nd Reading Ordinance No. 7,844-N.S. to Regulate the Use of Carryout and Produce Bags and Promote the Use of Reusable Bags
5.Resolution direction legislative bodies to meet via videoconference and teleconference
6.Amend Contract 42200065 (Agreement A22-0056) add $750,000 total $1,250,000 I-80 Gilman Interchange Improvement Project funding agreement with Alameda CTC fix drainage and grading issues for future fire lane
7.Arreguin & Taplin – Budget Referral (AAO): Strawberry Creek Lodge Food Program $50,000
8.Arreguin - Grant Approval: Accept $75,000 from San Francisco Foundation to renew supporting the Equitable Black Berkeley Initiative to develop a reparative approach to new development at Ashby BART Station and Adeline Corridor with goal of maximizing affordability of new housing
9.Arreguin – Excused absence for Councilmember Ben Bartlett
ACTION:
10.Renewal of Solano Avenue Business Improvement District for Calendar Year 2023
11.Referral Response: Amendments to the Sign Ordinance and establish new fee
12.2nd reading – Ordinance 7,839-N.S.Adoption of Berkeley Building Codes, including local amendments BMC Chapters 19.28 – 19.37 and adopting related procedural and stricter provisions
13.2nd reading - Re-enactment of Berkeley Housing Code repealing 12.48 and repealing and re-enacting chapter 19.40
14.Return to In-Person City Council meetings December 6, 2022and Status of Meetings of City Legislative Bodies
15.Adeline Street at Ashby BART Conceptual Design
INFORMATION REPORTS:
16.Climate Action Plan and Resilience Update
17.City Policies for Managing Parking Around BART Stations
18.Fair Campaign Practices Commission FY2022-2023 Work Plan
19.Open government Commission FY2022-2023 Work Plan
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December 6, 2022 CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84189893148
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 841 89893148
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
AGENDA CONSENT:
1.Urgency Ordinance for leasing 1720 San Pablo Avenue term 5 years
2.Amend Contract No. 32100161 add $612,559 with Dorothy Day House to cover costs to extend Safe RV parking program through 12/31/2022 and operate the Horizon Village Shelter through 6/30/2023 total $2,270,177
3.Formal bid solicitations $2,581,000
4.Classification and salary ADA Program Coordinator monthly salary $9,231.73 - $11162.67 (annual $110,780.76 - $133,952.04)
5.Donation $3,400 for Memorial bench at Cesar Chavez Park in memory of Linda Loh
6.Taplin, co-sponsors Harrison, Hahn, Robinson - Office of Racial Equity: Re-Entry Employment and Income Programs Refer to Budget process $50,000 for consultant to recommend a Universal Income Pilot Program for Berkeley and Refer to City Manager study re-entry programs, supports and systems already available for Berkeley residents and to establish evaluation processes for all social services programs recommended through the Reimagining Public Safety Process
ACTION:
7.Update BPD efforts related to improving Hate Crimes Reporting and Response
8.Renewal of Elmwood Business Improvement District for 2023
9.2nd reading Adoption of 2022 CA Fire Code with Local Amendments
10.Public Hearing – updating Citywide Affordable Housing Requirements
INFORMATION REPORTS:
11.FY 2022 Fourth QTR Investment Report, ended June 30, 2022
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LAND USE CALENDAR:
Public Hearing to be scheduled
2065 Kittredge (construct 8-story mixed-use building) 1/31/2023
1262 Francisco (add 40 sq ft and 2nd story balcony) 2/28/2023
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
WORKSESSIONS:
Local Pandemic/Endemic Update Report 2/21/2023
Housing Preference Policy 2/21/2023
Annual Crime Report 3/14/2023 at 4 pm
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program 3/21/2023 at 4 pm
Civic Center Vision Project 3/21/2023 at 4 pm
Fire Facilities Study Report 5/16/2023
Unscheduled Presentations
Housing Element - Local Adoption of the Housing Element in January possibly Tuesday, January 17
Adoption of Election Results, adoption of vice-mayor, seating and committees publish on dec 8 or 9 for meeting on dec 13 (December 2022)
African American Holistic Resource Center (January 2023)
Zero Waste 5-Year Rate Schedule (February 2023)
(removed - BART tentative December 13, 2022)
Kelly Hammargren’s on what happened the preceding week can be found in the Berkeley Daily Planet www.berkeleydailyplanet.com under Activist’s Diary. This meeting list is also posted at https://www.sustainableberkeleycoalition.com/whats-ahead.html on the Sustainable Berkeley Coalition website.
If you would like to receive the Activist’s Calendar as soon as it is completed send an email to [email protected]. If you wish to stop receiving the weekly summary of city meetings please forward the weekly su
WORKSESSIONS:
September 20 Residential Objective Standards for Middle Housing at 4 pm
October 6 Measure O Report and Update at 4 pm
Unscheduled Presentations
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Fire Facilities Study Report
African American Holistic Resource Center (November 15)
(removed - Cannabis Health Considerations)
Worth Noting:
I think I caught every announcement and change, however, the long holiday weekend means some meeting postings will not appear until Monday. Check https://berkeleyca.gov/ for meetings posted on short notice. The Council will be approving adjustments to the AAO (Annual Appropriations Ordinance – City Budget) on December 13. Expect meetings of the Budget Committee to be posted prior to December 13.
Monday at the Agenda Committee at 2:30 pm item 23 in the draft agenda for the December 13 City Council meeting is a redesign of University Avenue with a Bus Rapid Transit lane and boarding platforms. This would be the fifth Emergency Access and Evacuation Route targeted for redesign resulting in road narrowing. This is serious stuff. https://citywatchla.com/index.php/cw/los-angeles/24745-la-traffic-who-put-the-die-in-road-diets The Sugar Sweetened Beverage Subcommittee meets at 4 and council is in closed session at 4:30 pm
Tuesday City Council meets at 6 pm with the last action item on the agenda the redesign of Adeline at the Ashby BART Station (this is on the city map as an emergency access and evacuation route). The Civic arts Commission policy subcommittee meets at 9:30 am. The Zero Waste Commission meets at 6 pm with a recycling market update and the Community Health Commission meets at 6:30 pm on Psychedelic Drug Policy.
Wednesday the 4 x 4 Committee meets at 3 pm on amendments to the eviction moratorium. The Environment and Climate Commission meets at 5 pm on EV Charging stations and Native Plants and my go to meeting is the Ohlone Park meeting at 6:30 will be on the public restroom and park lighting.
Thursday the Land Use Committee meets at 10:30 am on tenant habitability, relocation assistance and tenant conflict resolution. The Park-Addison Project at 6 pm is on bike access/safety and the North Berkeley Objective Design Standards drop-in open hours starting at 6 pm is in follow-up to the community meeting. The Landmarks Commission will have a presentation/review of the Civic Center Park and Fountain at 7 pm, another go to meeting.
No weekend meetings were found.
The December 6 City Council agenda is posted and available for comment.
Monday, November 28, 2022
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1601730715
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 160 173 0715
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 9/20/2022 draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda after list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council workssessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review: 8. COVID, 9. Return to In-person meetings for legislative bodies, Unscheduled Items: 10. Discussion Regarding Design and Strengthening of Policy Committees, 11. Supporting Commissions, Guidance on Legislative Proposals.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
CITY COUNCIL Closed Session 4:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81072611640
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 810 7261 1640
AGENDA: 1. Conference with Real Property Negotiators 1718 8th Street (parties City of Berkeley and Bay Area Hispano Institute for Advancement) and 2. Pending litigation a. Claim of Susan Simonds & Michael Wentworth, b. Claim of Selamawit Tezare.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Sugar Sweetened Beverages - PREVENTION, STRATEGIES AND OUTCOMES at 4 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1611906570?pwd=Vys1dkc0cU1vY2MvZkllbGRKRnRyQT09
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 Meeting ID: 161 190 6570 Passcode: 495674
AGENDA: 1. Finalize selection criteria questions for RFP
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/sugar-sweetened-beverage-product-panel-experts
Tuesday, November 29, 2022
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION Policy Subcommittee at 9:30 am
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1614776545
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 Meeting ID: 161 477 6545
AGENDA Discussion/Possible Action: 5. A. Draft Capital Grants Guidelines, b. Poet Laureate program ideas and possible partnership with Library.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82196348694
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 821 9634 8694
AGENDA: Use link, click on HTML or check full agenda for November 29 at the end of this post.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
ZERO WASTE COMMISSION at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/s/82587046286
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 825 8704 6286
AGENDA: 6. Staff Updates Zero Waste Rates, Zero Waste Integrated Waste Management Plan, Transfer Station Redesign, SB 1383 Implementation, staff changes, Discussion/Action: 1 Recycling markets update, 2. 2023 meeting schedule.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zero-waste-commission
COMMUNITY HEALTH COMMISSION Special Meeting at 6:30 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1616383982?pwd=TFZWb0x3MnlUdVRyWUpBWk1Yak13Zz09
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 Meeting ID: 161 636 3982 Passcode: 695502
AGENDA: 5. Public Comment (Speakers will have up to 5 minutes each), Discussion/Action 2. Approve commission recommendation (Responsible Psychedelic Drug Policy in Berkeley) for City Council referral on Entheogenic Plants
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/community-health-commission
Wednesday, November 30, 2022
4x4 JOINT TASK FORCE COMMITTEE ON HOUSING: Rent Board/City Council at 3 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84125201403?pwd=OGoxUzdUWEZ0T0tuaEczcWRqVWc2QT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 841 2520 1403 Passcode: 554148
AGENDA Discussion/possible action: 6. Recommendations on signage related to Elevator Ordinance, 7. Amendments to Eviction Moratorium (BMC13.110), 8. Council’s use of Emergency Powers to limit/reduce the 4.4% Annual General Adjustment rent increase for 2023 for rent-controlled units.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/4x4-joint-task-force-committee-housing
ENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATE COMMISSION at 5 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83852085610
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 or 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 838 5208 5610
AGENDA Discussion/Action: a. Zoning Changes to Encourage EV Charging/Discourage Gas Stations (subcommittee McGuire, Allen, Lunaparra, Tahara), b. Transportation Public Space Reallocation subcommittee (Hedlund, McGuire, Lunaparra, Gould), c. Native Plants and Pesticide Reduction Subcommittee (Ranney, McGuire, Allen)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/environment-and-climate-commission
OHLONE PARK RESTROOM &LIGHTING IMPROVEMENTS Community Meeting 6:30
Register: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0vc-6rrzsqHNFeBrR1Ac86VdVAKMab_NsJ?_x_zm_rtaid=-OoWkV-ASEKrkZS9OnT_XQ.1669435965119.df4d7f586c7c0c7ac7ad44f20d34558f&_x_zm_rhtaid=222
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 892 4731 0065
AGENDA:
Thursday, December 1, 2022
CITY COUNCIL LAND USE, HOUSING & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE at 10:30 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83318619669
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 833 1861 9669
AGENDA: 2. Arreguin, co-sponsor Hahn - Referral to CM: Tenant Habitability Plan and Amendments to Relocation Ordinance, 3. Taplin – Amends BMC Chapter 13.84 to Expand Relocation Assistance and Conflict Resolution for Tenants.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-land-use-housing-economic-development
PARKER-ADDISON MOBILITY AND SAFETY IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT at 5:30 pm
Videoconference: check link after Monday
Teleconference: Meeting ID: check link after Monday
AGENDA: this project is related to the State of California Affordable Housing and Sustainable Communities (AHSC) $1,420,302 grant.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/our-work/capital-projects/parker-addison-bike-boulevard
North Berkeley BART OBJECTIVE DESIGN STANDARDS Office Hours 6 – 7:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83922787814
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 839 2278 7814
AGENDA: Drop-in Office Hours on objective design standards to ask questions
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/north-berkeley-bart-objective-design-standards-office-hour-virtual
LANDMARKS PRESERVATION COMMISSION at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83362259429
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 833 6225 9429
AGENDA: 5. 2100 MLK Jr Way – Referral for the Civic Center Park and Fountain site
6. 2113-2115 Kittredge – Structural alteration Permit for the California Theater – demolish theater, but retain façade into the design of new mixed-use building.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/landmarks-preservation-commission
Friday, December 2, 2022 & Saturday, December 3, 2022 & Sunday, December 4, 2022
No city meetings found
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November 28 - AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Draft Agenda for December 13, 2022 Regular 6 pm City Council Meeting
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89020212227
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 890 2021 2227
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
AGENDA CONSENT:
1.2nd reading Fair WorkWeek Ordinance
2.Resolution ratifying local COVID emergency
3.Resolution legislative bodies to continue to meet via videoconference
4.Waiver of Sanctuary City Contracting Ordinance for AG Witt LLC for the City’s FEMA Cost-Recovery Contract
5.Adopt a Resolution approving the City of Berkeley’s State and Federal Legislative Platform
6.Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute a License Agreement with East Bay Community Energy for Electric Vehicle Fast Charging Stations on Municipal Property
7.Ordinance No. 7,626-N.S. IKE Smart City Kiosk Locations, Phase Two add 22 locations for Phase two.
8.Contract $400,000 with Herbert Gene Hern, MD as Berkeley Fire Medical Director for 5 years from 7/1/2022 – 6/30/2027
9.Contract $70,907 Statewide Prevention and Early Intervention Project FY2023 Participation Agreement – California Mental Health Services Authority through 6/20/2023
10.Contract $150,000 with Resource Development Associates to design and implement an evaluation for program effectiveness of the Specialized Care Unit and Community Crisis Response Services (Bridge Services) 1/1/2023 to 6/30/2025
11.Contract $4,500,000 with Bonita House 2/1/2023 to 1/30/2025 to implement Berkeley’s Specialized Care Unity for 2 year pilot.
12.Reserving Predevelopment Funds $500,000 for the Development of Affordable Housing at the North Berkeley BART Station, contingent team’s selection and BART Board approval at Dec 1metting
13.Contract $1,120,344 (includes 20% contingency $186,724) with California Constructures for Ohlone Park (East) Playground Replacement and Site Improvements Project
14.Contracts $5,000,000 for On-Call Transportation Planning services 1/1/2023 – 6/30/2028 with $1,000,000 each with Alta +Design, Inc, Community Design + Architecture, Fehr & Peers, NN Engineering, In and Toole Design Group, LLC
15.Contracts total $10,000,000 for On-Call architectural services ELS Architecture and Urban Design (ELS) $3,333,334, Noll & Tam Architects (N&T) $3,333,333 and Siegal & Strain Architects (SSA)
16.Authorization for additional Commission on Disability meeting
17.Disaster and Fire Safety Commission – Measure FF Budget Recommendation, the Council Public Safety Committee recommended adopting the Companion Report from the CM/Fire Chief Sprague
18.Environmental and Climate Commission – Send a letter to Wicks and Skinner to advance a proposal to allow cities to dedicate parking spaces for Zero-Emission Vehicles
19.Arreguin – Relinquishment of funds to Berkeley Holiday Fund
20.Taplin, co-sponsor Harrison – Support Trip Reduction Alternative for BUSD Berkeley High Tennis team and Parking Structure
ACTION:
21.Zoning Ordinance Technical Edits and Corrections to BMC Title 23
22.Adopt 1st reading of FY 2023 AAO 7,828-N.S. (Annual Appropriations Ordinance) adjustments $172,583,851 (gross) and $170,322,312 (net)
23.Taplin – University Avenue Bus Rapid Transit, 1. Refer to CM and Public Works the initiation of a University Multimodal Corridor Project that centers on creation of a Bus Rapit Transit (BRT) corridor along University Avenue with dedicated lanes and elevated platforms, refer $300,000 for consultant for the project, refer $30,000 for elevated platforms on a pilot basis
24.Barlett, co-sponsor Taplin – Refer to Civic Arts Commission to Create an Official Song, Motto and Flag for the City of Berkeley
25.Barlett – Refer to Health Commission and Environmental Commission to propose regulations on the sale of miniture bottles of alcohol
INFORMATION REPORTS:
26.FY 2022 Preliminary Year End Status
27.Status Report – Berkeley’s Financial Condition (FY 2012 – FY 2021) Pension Liabilities and Infrastructure Need Attention.
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NOVEMBER 29, 2022 CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82196348694
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 821 9634 8694
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA CONSENT:
1.2nd Reading Ordinance No. 7,841-N.S. Sewer and Access Road Easement and Installation Agreement with Paulonia Investment, LLC
2.2nd Reading Ordinance No. 7,842-N.S. Sewer and Access Road Easement and Installation Agreement with James Robert Higgins
3.2nd Reading Ordinance No. 7,843-N.S. Sewer and Access Road Easement and Installation Agreement with Paulonia Investment, LLC and Little Tree Investment, Inc.
4.2nd Reading Ordinance No. 7,844-N.S. to Regulate the Use of Carryout and Produce Bags and Promote the Use of Reusable Bags
5.Resolution direction legislative bodies to meet via videoconference and teleconference
6.Amend Contract 42200065 (Agreement A22-0056) add $750,000 total $1,250,000 I-80 Gilman Interchange Improvement Project funding agreement with Alameda CTC fix drainage and grading issues for future fire lane
7.Arreguin & Taplin – Budget Referral (AAO): Strawberry Creek Lodge Food Program $50,000
8.Arreguin - Grant Approval: Accept $75,000 from San Francisco Foundation to renew supporting the Equitable Black Berkeley Initiative to develop a reparative approach to new development at Ashby BART Station and Adeline Corridor with goal of maximizing affordability of new housing
9.Arreguin – Excused absence for Councilmember Ben Bartlett
ACTION:
10.Renewal of Solano Avenue Business Improvement District for Calendar Year 2023
11.Referral Response: Amendments to the Sign Ordinance and establish new fee
12.2nd reading – Ordinance 7,839-N.S.Adoption of Berkeley Building Codes, including local amendments BMC Chapters 19.28 – 19.37 and adopting related procedural and stricter provisions
13.2nd reading - Re-enactment of Berkeley Housing Code repealing 12.48 and repealing and re-enacting chapter 19.40
14.Return to In-Person City Council meetings December 6, 2022and Status of Meetings of City Legislative Bodies
15.Adeline Street at Ashby BART Conceptual Design
INFORMATION REPORTS:
16.Climate Action Plan and Resilience Update
17.City Policies for Managing Parking Around BART Stations
18.Fair Campaign Practices Commission FY2022-2023 Work Plan
19.Open government Commission FY2022-2023 Work Plan
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December 6, 2022 CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84189893148
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 841 89893148
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
AGENDA CONSENT:
1.Urgency Ordinance for leasing 1720 San Pablo Avenue term 5 years
2.Amend Contract No. 32100161 add $612,559 with Dorothy Day House to cover costs to extend Safe RV parking program through 12/31/2022 and operate the Horizon Village Shelter through 6/30/2023 total $2,270,177
3.Formal bid solicitations $2,581,000
4.Classification and salary ADA Program Coordinator monthly salary $9,231.73 - $11162.67 (annual $110,780.76 - $133,952.04)
5.Donation $3,400 for Memorial bench at Cesar Chavez Park in memory of Linda Loh
6.Taplin, co-sponsors Harrison, Hahn, Robinson - Office of Racial Equity: Re-Entry Employment and Income Programs Refer to Budget process $50,000 for consultant to recommend a Universal Income Pilot Program for Berkeley and Refer to City Manager study re-entry programs, supports and systems already available for Berkeley residents and to establish evaluation processes for all social services programs recommended through the Reimagining Public Safety Process
ACTION:
7.Update BPD efforts related to improving Hate Crimes Reporting and Response
8.Renewal of Elmwood Business Improvement District for 2023
9.2nd reading Adoption of 2022 CA Fire Code with Local Amendments
10.Public Hearing – updating Citywide Affordable Housing Requirements
INFORMATION REPORTS:
11.FY 2022 Fourth QTR Investment Report, ended June 30, 2022
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LAND USE CALENDAR:
Public Hearing to be scheduled
2065 Kittredge (construct 8-story mixed-use building) 1/31/2023
1262 Francisco (add 40 sq ft and 2nd story balcony) 2/28/2023
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
WORKSESSIONS:
Local Pandemic/Endemic Update Report 2/21/2023
Housing Preference Policy 2/21/2023
Annual Crime Report 3/14/2023 at 4 pm
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program 3/21/2023 at 4 pm
Civic Center Vision Project 3/21/2023 at 4 pm
Fire Facilities Study Report 5/16/2023
Unscheduled Presentations
Housing Element - Local Adoption of the Housing Element in January possibly Tuesday, January 17
Adoption of Election Results, adoption of vice-mayor, seating and committees publish on dec 8 or 9 for meeting on dec 13 (December 2022)
African American Holistic Resource Center (January 2023)
Zero Waste 5-Year Rate Schedule (February 2023)
(removed - BART tentative December 13, 2022)
Kelly Hammargren’s on what happened the preceding week can be found in the Berkeley Daily Planet www.berkeleydailyplanet.com under Activist’s Diary. This meeting list is also posted at https://www.sustainableberkeleycoalition.com/whats-ahead.html on the Sustainable Berkeley Coalition website.
If you would like to receive the Activist’s Calendar as soon as it is completed send an email to [email protected]. If you wish to stop receiving the weekly summary of city meetings please forward the weekly su
WORKSESSIONS:
September 20 Residential Objective Standards for Middle Housing at 4 pm
October 6 Measure O Report and Update at 4 pm
Unscheduled Presentations
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Fire Facilities Study Report
African American Holistic Resource Center (November 15)
(removed - Cannabis Health Considerations)
November 20 - November 27, 2022
Worth Noting:
Monday is absolutely packed with meetings.
The big meeting on Monday is the special City Council meeting at 5 pm with one agenda item – Fair Workweek. Recall that Taplin, Kesarwani, Droste and Wengraf filibustered the passage of the Fair Workweek on November 3, by running out the clock and declining to extend the council meeting to vote on the Fair Workweek ordinance. Fair Workweek applies to workers earning less than twice the minimum wage. See Activist’s Diary for full description. https://berkeleydailyplanet.com/issue/2022-11-06/article/50047?headline=A-Berkeley-Activist-s-Diary-Week-Ending-November-6-2022--Kelly-Hammargren
The Disaster and Fire Safety Commission recommendation for control of vegetation in fire zones with Measure FF funds is up against the City Manager companion report from Chief Sprague to resubmit a year from now at the Public Safety Committee at 10:30 am.
The Civic Center meeting is at noon.
The Agenda Committee at 2:30 pm covers the council draft agenda for December 6.
After the unraveling of the appointment of the police chief last week, the Police Accountability Board meeting at 3 pm is worth considering.
Unless you are an artist of festival organizer skip the 2 pm Civic Arts Commission subcommittee meeting.
Tuesday the Land use Committee at 9:30 am is an amendment to the COVID eviction moratorium. Property owners with rentals and tenants should take a close look at the amendment.
The November 29 council agenda is available for comment. Redesign of Adeline at Ashby BART is item 15.
Happy Thanksgiving, refresh, rejuvenate and reconnect!
Monday, November 21, 2022
PUBLIC SAFETY POLICY COMMITTEE at 10:30 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85723890728
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 857 2389 0728
AGENDA: 2a. Disaster and Fire Safety Commission (DFSC)- Measure FF Budget Recommendation – Expanded Fire Prevention Inspection Program, Clear vegetation build-up and overgrowth within 100 feet of structures, Berkeley Very High Fire Severity Zones (2&3). Include no-interest loan program to clear vegetation, emphasis on eucalyptus removal, 2b. Companion report – reaffirm support for (current) work and report will be considered for FY2024 if DFSC chooses to resubmit. 3. Review of Policy 1043 Extra Duty Employment.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-public-safety
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87938618399
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 879 3861 8399
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 12/6/2022 draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda after list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council workssessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review: 8. COVID, Unscheduled Items: 9. Discussion Regarding Design and Strengthening of Policy Committees, 10. Supporting Commissions, Guidance on Legislative Proposals.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING at 5 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83549098964
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 835 4909 8964
AGENDA: One agenda item 1. Fair Workweek Ordinance: Adding Berkeley Municipal Code Chapter 13.102
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION GRANTS SUBCOMMITTEE at 2 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1609443051
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 Meeting ID: 160 944 3051
AGENDA: 5. A. Grant Guidelines a. Eligibility related to direct city funding for General Operating Support grants and festival grants and b. Creative Spaces grant guidelines.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD SPECIAL MEETING at 3 PM
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81552103949
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 815 5210 3949
AGENDA: 3. Finalize review of draft proposed permanent regulations for handling investigations and complaints.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
COMMUNITY FOR A CULTURAL CIVIC CENTER at 12 noon
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84610947314?pwd=MytWamtoR1VRSU5WMEZEclZyOEJNdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 846 1094 7314 Passcode: 004451
AGENDA: CCCC General meeting
https://berkeleycccc.org/
Tuesday, November 22, 2022
LAND USE, HOUSING & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AT 9:30 AM
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81579865688
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 815 7986 5688
AGENDA: Wengraf & Harrison – Amendments to BMC Chapter 13.110 COVID-19 Emergency Response Ordinance – relates to eviction moratorium, owner move-in and tenants may be evicted beginning 2/1/2023 if tenants fail to pay rent and cannot demonstrate a Covered Reason for Delayed Payment (use link for full language of amendment)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-land-use-housing-economic-development
Wednesday, November 23, 2022 – Sunday, November 27, 2022 NO MEETINGS
City offices are closed on Friday, November 25 after Thanksgiving
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November 21 - AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Draft Agenda for December 6, 2022 Regular 6 pm City Council Meeting
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87938618399
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 879 3861 8399
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
AGENDA CONSENT:
1.Urgency Ordinance for leasing 1720 San Pablo Avenue term 5 years
2.Amend Contract No. 32100161 add $612,559 with Dorothy Day House to cover costs to extend Safe RV parking program through 12/31/2022 and operate the Horizon Village Shelter total $2,270,177
3.Force bid solicitations $2,581,000
4.Classification and salary ADA Program Coordinator monthly salary $9,231.73 - $11162.67 (annual $110,780.76 - $133,952.04)
5.Donation $3,400 for Memorial bench at Cesar Chavez Park in memory of Linda Loh
6.Taplin, co-sponsors Harrison, Hahn, Robinson - Office of Racial Equity: Re-Entry Employment and Income Programs Refer to Budget process $50,000 for consultant to recommend a Universal Income Pilot Program for Berkeley and Refer to City Manager study re-entry programs, supports and systems already available for Berkeley residents and to establish evaluation processes for all social services programs recommended through the Reimagining Public Safety Process
ACTION:
7.Renewal of Elmwood Business Improvement District for 2023
8.2nd reading Adoption of 2022 CA Fire Code with Local Amendments
9.Public Hearing – updating Citywide Affordable Housing Requirements
10.Update BPD efforts related to improving Hate Crimes Reporting and Response
11.Amend Council Rules of procedure & order to allow policy committee track items with budget referrals to be referred to Budget & Finance Committee and one Subject Matter Policy Committee
INFORMATION REPORTS:
12.FY 2022 Fourth QTR Investment Report, ended Jule 30, 2022
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NOVEMBER 29, 2022 CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82196348694
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 821 9634 8694
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA CONSENT:
1.2nd Reading Ordinance No. 7,841-N.S. Sewer and Access Road Easement and Installation Agreement with Paulonia Investment, LLC
2.2nd Reading Ordinance No. 7,842-N.S. Sewer and Access Road Easement and Installation Agreement with James Robert Higgins
3.2nd Reading Ordinance No. 7,843-N.S. Sewer and Access Road Easement and Installation Agreement with Paulonia Investment, LLC and Little Tree Investment, Inc.
4.2nd Reading Ordinance No. 7,844-N.S. to Regulate the Use of Carryout and Produce Bags and Promote the Use of Reusable Bags
5.Resolution direction legislative bodies to meet via videoconference and teleconference
6.Amend Contract 42200065 (Agreement A22-0056) add $750,000 total $1,250,000 I-80 Gilman Interchange Improvement Project funding agreement with Alameda CTC fix drainage and grading issues for future fire lane
7.Arreguin & Taplin – Budget Referral (AAO): Strawberry Creek Lodge Food Program $50,000
8.Arreguin - Grant Approval: Accept $75,000 from San Francisco Foundation to renew supporting the Equitable Black Berkeley Initiative to develop a reparative approach to new development at Ashby BART Station and Adeline Corridor with goal of maximizing affordability of new housing
9.Arreguin – Excused absence for Councilmember Ben Bartlett
ACTION:
10.Renewal of Solano Avenue Business Improvement District for Calendar Year 2023
11.Referral Response: Amendments to the Sign Ordinance and establish new fee
12.2nd reading – Ordinance 7,839-N.S.Adoption of Berkeley Building Codes, including local amendments BMC Chapters 19.28 – 19.37 and adopting related procedural and stricter provisions
13.2nd reading - Re-enactment of Berkeley Housing Code repealing 12.48 and repealing and re-enacting chapter 19.40
14.Return to In-Person City Council meetings December 6, 2022and Status of Meetings of City Legislative Bodies
15.Adeline Street at Ashby BART Conceptual Design
INFORMATION REPORTS:
16.Climate Action Plan and Resilience Update
17.City Policies for Managing Parking Around BART Stations
18.Fair Campaign Practices Commission FY2022-2023 Work Plan
19.Open government Commission FY2022-2023 Work Plan
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LAND USE CALENDAR:
Public Hearing to be scheduled
2065 Kittredge (construct 8-story mixed-use building) 1/31/2023
1262 Francisco (add 40 sq ft and 2nd story balcony) 2/28/2023
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
WORKSESSIONS:
Local Pandemic/Endemic Update Report 2/21/2023
Housing Preference Policy 2/21/2023
Annual Crime Report 3/14/2023
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program 3/21/2023
Civic Center Vision Project 3/21/2023
Fire Facilities Study Report 5/16/2023
Unscheduled Presentations
Housing Element - Local Adoption of the Housing Element in January possibly Tuesday, January 17
Adoption of Election Results, adoption of vice-mayor, seating and committees publish on dec 8 or 9 for meeting on dec 13 (December 2022)
African American Holistic Resource Center (January 2023)
Zero Waste 5-Year Rate Schedule (February 2023)
(removed - BART tentative December 13, 2022)
Worth Noting:
Monday is absolutely packed with meetings.
The big meeting on Monday is the special City Council meeting at 5 pm with one agenda item – Fair Workweek. Recall that Taplin, Kesarwani, Droste and Wengraf filibustered the passage of the Fair Workweek on November 3, by running out the clock and declining to extend the council meeting to vote on the Fair Workweek ordinance. Fair Workweek applies to workers earning less than twice the minimum wage. See Activist’s Diary for full description. https://berkeleydailyplanet.com/issue/2022-11-06/article/50047?headline=A-Berkeley-Activist-s-Diary-Week-Ending-November-6-2022--Kelly-Hammargren
The Disaster and Fire Safety Commission recommendation for control of vegetation in fire zones with Measure FF funds is up against the City Manager companion report from Chief Sprague to resubmit a year from now at the Public Safety Committee at 10:30 am.
The Civic Center meeting is at noon.
The Agenda Committee at 2:30 pm covers the council draft agenda for December 6.
After the unraveling of the appointment of the police chief last week, the Police Accountability Board meeting at 3 pm is worth considering.
Unless you are an artist of festival organizer skip the 2 pm Civic Arts Commission subcommittee meeting.
Tuesday the Land use Committee at 9:30 am is an amendment to the COVID eviction moratorium. Property owners with rentals and tenants should take a close look at the amendment.
The November 29 council agenda is available for comment. Redesign of Adeline at Ashby BART is item 15.
Happy Thanksgiving, refresh, rejuvenate and reconnect!
Monday, November 21, 2022
PUBLIC SAFETY POLICY COMMITTEE at 10:30 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85723890728
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 857 2389 0728
AGENDA: 2a. Disaster and Fire Safety Commission (DFSC)- Measure FF Budget Recommendation – Expanded Fire Prevention Inspection Program, Clear vegetation build-up and overgrowth within 100 feet of structures, Berkeley Very High Fire Severity Zones (2&3). Include no-interest loan program to clear vegetation, emphasis on eucalyptus removal, 2b. Companion report – reaffirm support for (current) work and report will be considered for FY2024 if DFSC chooses to resubmit. 3. Review of Policy 1043 Extra Duty Employment.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-public-safety
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87938618399
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 879 3861 8399
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 12/6/2022 draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda after list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council workssessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review: 8. COVID, Unscheduled Items: 9. Discussion Regarding Design and Strengthening of Policy Committees, 10. Supporting Commissions, Guidance on Legislative Proposals.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING at 5 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83549098964
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 835 4909 8964
AGENDA: One agenda item 1. Fair Workweek Ordinance: Adding Berkeley Municipal Code Chapter 13.102
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION GRANTS SUBCOMMITTEE at 2 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1609443051
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 Meeting ID: 160 944 3051
AGENDA: 5. A. Grant Guidelines a. Eligibility related to direct city funding for General Operating Support grants and festival grants and b. Creative Spaces grant guidelines.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD SPECIAL MEETING at 3 PM
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81552103949
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 815 5210 3949
AGENDA: 3. Finalize review of draft proposed permanent regulations for handling investigations and complaints.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
COMMUNITY FOR A CULTURAL CIVIC CENTER at 12 noon
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84610947314?pwd=MytWamtoR1VRSU5WMEZEclZyOEJNdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 846 1094 7314 Passcode: 004451
AGENDA: CCCC General meeting
https://berkeleycccc.org/
Tuesday, November 22, 2022
LAND USE, HOUSING & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AT 9:30 AM
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81579865688
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 815 7986 5688
AGENDA: Wengraf & Harrison – Amendments to BMC Chapter 13.110 COVID-19 Emergency Response Ordinance – relates to eviction moratorium, owner move-in and tenants may be evicted beginning 2/1/2023 if tenants fail to pay rent and cannot demonstrate a Covered Reason for Delayed Payment (use link for full language of amendment)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-land-use-housing-economic-development
Wednesday, November 23, 2022 – Sunday, November 27, 2022 NO MEETINGS
City offices are closed on Friday, November 25 after Thanksgiving
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November 21 - AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Draft Agenda for December 6, 2022 Regular 6 pm City Council Meeting
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87938618399
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 879 3861 8399
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
AGENDA CONSENT:
1.Urgency Ordinance for leasing 1720 San Pablo Avenue term 5 years
2.Amend Contract No. 32100161 add $612,559 with Dorothy Day House to cover costs to extend Safe RV parking program through 12/31/2022 and operate the Horizon Village Shelter total $2,270,177
3.Force bid solicitations $2,581,000
4.Classification and salary ADA Program Coordinator monthly salary $9,231.73 - $11162.67 (annual $110,780.76 - $133,952.04)
5.Donation $3,400 for Memorial bench at Cesar Chavez Park in memory of Linda Loh
6.Taplin, co-sponsors Harrison, Hahn, Robinson - Office of Racial Equity: Re-Entry Employment and Income Programs Refer to Budget process $50,000 for consultant to recommend a Universal Income Pilot Program for Berkeley and Refer to City Manager study re-entry programs, supports and systems already available for Berkeley residents and to establish evaluation processes for all social services programs recommended through the Reimagining Public Safety Process
ACTION:
7.Renewal of Elmwood Business Improvement District for 2023
8.2nd reading Adoption of 2022 CA Fire Code with Local Amendments
9.Public Hearing – updating Citywide Affordable Housing Requirements
10.Update BPD efforts related to improving Hate Crimes Reporting and Response
11.Amend Council Rules of procedure & order to allow policy committee track items with budget referrals to be referred to Budget & Finance Committee and one Subject Matter Policy Committee
INFORMATION REPORTS:
12.FY 2022 Fourth QTR Investment Report, ended Jule 30, 2022
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NOVEMBER 29, 2022 CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82196348694
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 821 9634 8694
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA CONSENT:
1.2nd Reading Ordinance No. 7,841-N.S. Sewer and Access Road Easement and Installation Agreement with Paulonia Investment, LLC
2.2nd Reading Ordinance No. 7,842-N.S. Sewer and Access Road Easement and Installation Agreement with James Robert Higgins
3.2nd Reading Ordinance No. 7,843-N.S. Sewer and Access Road Easement and Installation Agreement with Paulonia Investment, LLC and Little Tree Investment, Inc.
4.2nd Reading Ordinance No. 7,844-N.S. to Regulate the Use of Carryout and Produce Bags and Promote the Use of Reusable Bags
5.Resolution direction legislative bodies to meet via videoconference and teleconference
6.Amend Contract 42200065 (Agreement A22-0056) add $750,000 total $1,250,000 I-80 Gilman Interchange Improvement Project funding agreement with Alameda CTC fix drainage and grading issues for future fire lane
7.Arreguin & Taplin – Budget Referral (AAO): Strawberry Creek Lodge Food Program $50,000
8.Arreguin - Grant Approval: Accept $75,000 from San Francisco Foundation to renew supporting the Equitable Black Berkeley Initiative to develop a reparative approach to new development at Ashby BART Station and Adeline Corridor with goal of maximizing affordability of new housing
9.Arreguin – Excused absence for Councilmember Ben Bartlett
ACTION:
10.Renewal of Solano Avenue Business Improvement District for Calendar Year 2023
11.Referral Response: Amendments to the Sign Ordinance and establish new fee
12.2nd reading – Ordinance 7,839-N.S.Adoption of Berkeley Building Codes, including local amendments BMC Chapters 19.28 – 19.37 and adopting related procedural and stricter provisions
13.2nd reading - Re-enactment of Berkeley Housing Code repealing 12.48 and repealing and re-enacting chapter 19.40
14.Return to In-Person City Council meetings December 6, 2022and Status of Meetings of City Legislative Bodies
15.Adeline Street at Ashby BART Conceptual Design
INFORMATION REPORTS:
16.Climate Action Plan and Resilience Update
17.City Policies for Managing Parking Around BART Stations
18.Fair Campaign Practices Commission FY2022-2023 Work Plan
19.Open government Commission FY2022-2023 Work Plan
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LAND USE CALENDAR:
Public Hearing to be scheduled
2065 Kittredge (construct 8-story mixed-use building) 1/31/2023
1262 Francisco (add 40 sq ft and 2nd story balcony) 2/28/2023
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
WORKSESSIONS:
Local Pandemic/Endemic Update Report 2/21/2023
Housing Preference Policy 2/21/2023
Annual Crime Report 3/14/2023
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program 3/21/2023
Civic Center Vision Project 3/21/2023
Fire Facilities Study Report 5/16/2023
Unscheduled Presentations
Housing Element - Local Adoption of the Housing Element in January possibly Tuesday, January 17
Adoption of Election Results, adoption of vice-mayor, seating and committees publish on dec 8 or 9 for meeting on dec 13 (December 2022)
African American Holistic Resource Center (January 2023)
Zero Waste 5-Year Rate Schedule (February 2023)
(removed - BART tentative December 13, 2022)
November 13 - November 20, 2022
Worth Noting:
Sunday check the map link for streets blocked for the Berkeley Half Marathon from 7:30 am – 1 pm
Monday the Health Life Enrichment, Equity & Community takes up re-entry programs at 10 am, Agenda & Rules at 2:30 pm (Fair Work Week is not in the proposed agenda for November 29), Youth Commission on School Safety at 6:30 pm. And, former police chief Greenwood is in the panel on military equipment and police at 10 am.
Tuesday the City Council has back to back meetings starting at 4 pm amnesty for unpermitted units and 6 pm building code, Hate Crime report, and ZAB appeals (I will attend both). The EV webinar is at 5 pm.
Wednesday my go to meetings of the week are Wednesday with the webinar on Dark Skies “Light at Night a Glowing Hazard” from 1 – 4 pm, The In-Person Civic Center design meeting at 5 – 7 pm and the North Berkeley BART meeting on objective standards on zoom at 7 pm. Other meetings are the Aging Commission at 1:30 pm, John Hinkel Park at 6:30 pm and Earthquake Brace and Bolt at 6:30 pm.
Thursday at 7 pm the Transportation and Infrastructure Commission takes up vision zero and transit first policy and the Fair Campaign Practices Commission is taking up election complaints and the Open Government Commission will hear my complaint on delinquent posting of minutes and request for Live Transcription for all city meetings as an accessibility issue.
Friday the first two presentations at 9:30 am and 10:10 am at the Climate Emergency Summit Series on Climate and Public Health which starts at 9 am look excellent. (more for my go to list)
Do not forget to check https://berkeleyca.gov/ for meetings posted on short notice.
Commissions that normally meet on the 3rd Wednesday and have no meeting announcements: Commission on Status of Women, Human Welfare and Community Action Commission
Cancelled meetings: FITES, Design Review Committee, Commission on Labor.
The eBike discount is available through Nov 21, https://rideanddriveclean.org/ebike-discount-campaign/ this is a collaborative program to reduce carbon emissions by transition to eBikes and EV.
Sunday, November 13, 2022
BERKELEY HALF MARATHON at 7:30 am to 1 pm
Street Closure Map - https://berkeleyhalfmarathon.com/race-weekend/street-closures-and-detours/
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/news/berkeley-half-marathon-nov-13-street-closures-bus-route-info
Monday, November 14, 2022
HEALTH, LIFE, ENRICHMENT, EQUITY & COMMUNITY at 10 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83000189794
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 830 0018 9794
AGENDA: Taplin, co-sponsors Harrison, Hahn, Robinson – Office of Racial Equity: Re-Entry Employment and Guaranteed Income Programs.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-health-life-enrichment-equity-community
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89509005126
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 895 09005126
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 11/29/2022 draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda after list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council workssessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review: 8. COVID, Unscheduled Items: 9. Discussion Regarding Design and Strengthening of Policy Committees, 10. Supporting Commissions, Guidance on Legislative Proposals.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
CITY COUNCIL Closed Session at 4:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85347936644
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 853 4793 6644
AGENDA: Conference with legal counsel 1. Existing litigation Reugg & Ellsworth v. City of Berkeley RG18930003, 2. Anticipated litigation related to letter received, letter is confidential (don’t know what it says except it is related to Brown Act).
https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-closed-meeting-eagenda-november-14-2022
YOUTH COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89983970326?
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 899 8397 0326 Passcode: 646720
AGENDA: 9. Discussion Letter to BUSD regarding School Safety (Vice Chair), 10. Discussion develop a plan to recruit youth commissioners,
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/youth-commission
EQUIPPED FOR WAR: AB 481 Militarization of Policing in California at 10 am
Register: REGISTER HERE
AGENDA: Panel discussion on new California law AB 481 that makes the militarization of local police forces transparent to the community sponsored by the Task Force on Police Reform a collaboration between Ashby Village/Elder Action and Berkeley Friends/Racial Justice Action Team. Former Police Chief Greenwood is on the panel.
https://www.afsc.org/content/equipped-war-exposing-militarized-policing-california
Tuesday, November 15, 2022
PAB Emergency Meetingat at 2 pm on allegations
CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 4 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83640362532
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 836 4036 2532
AGENDA: 1. Referral Response: Amnesty Program for Unpermitted Dwelling Units (one item only – packet 140 pages)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83640362532
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 836 4036 2532
AGENDA: Go to end of post to see full agenda or use link to HTML
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
ELECTRIFY YOUR RIDE webinar with Electric Vehicle Web 5 -6 pm
Use link to Register
https://rideanddriveclean.org/event/ev-101-electrify-your-ride-webinar-35/
Wednesday, November 16, 2022
COMMISSION ON AGING at 1:30 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1614800144
Teleconference (not listed on agenda): 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 161 4800 144 Passcode: 825132
AGENDA Discussion/Action Items: 4. Age Friendly Initiative, 5. Pedestrian concern Shattuck & Oregon intersection, 6. Preservation and/or development of community environment in subsidized senior housing, 7. Increase Aging Services funding proportional to increase of growth of senior residents in Berkeley, 8 Letter to Parks, recreation and Waterfront Commission for possible senior center outdoor spaces spaces reserved for senior center classes specifically Ohlone park on Bonita Way, 9. Market-rate senior 60+housing development to facilitate downsizing.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-aging
CIVIC CENTER VISION PLAN Open House Workshop at 5 – 7 pm
IN-PERSON at Central Berkeley Public Library – Main Branch Library, 2090 Kittredge 2nd Floor in the Mystery Reading Room
AGENDA: Presentation and discussion addressing proposed uses and improvements to the Maudelle Shirek and Veterans Memorial Buildings, uses, and Civic Center Park
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/civic-center-open-house
JOHN HINKEL PARK SCOUT HUT RENOVATION PROJECT COMMUNITY MEETING at 6:30 – 8:30 pm
Videoconference: Join on Zoom
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 858 1685 4273 Passcode: 018458
AGENDA: Discussion including renovation of the building and accessibility improvements and future building use as part of the conceptual design process.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/john-hinkel-park-scout-hut-renovation-project-community-meeting
NORTH BERKELEY BART HOUSING DEVELOPMENT at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://bit.ly/ODSMeeting1
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 818 0401 9386 Password: 092751
AGENDA: Objective Design Standards for future development at North Berkeley BART
https://www.bart.gov/about/business/tod/north-berkeley
LIGHT at NIGHT a GLOWING HAZARD at 1 – 4 pm
Registration is free
Register: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_30VEEr2tTj2TVZDg4Xq41g
AGENDA: The use of LED lighting Technology is causing an unintended, yet pervasive and harmful effect: the over-lighting of our nights. Learn about the biological and physical effects of light at night and strategies that can guard our health and environment while providing safe and practical lighting solutions.
Sponsored by the Santa Clara Valley Audubon Society and the Sierra Club Loma Prieta Chapter and a long list of supporters with notification provided by Rebecca Miliken Sustainability Outreach Specialist at the City of Berkeley Office of Energy & Sustainable Development.
EARTHQUAKE BRACE & BOLT Program at 6:30 to 8 pm
Register: tinyurl.com/earthquake-brace-and-bolt
https://www.earthquakebracebolt.com/
Thursday, November 17, 2022
FAIR CAMPAIGN PRACTICES COMMITTEE (FCPC) / OPEN GOVERNMENT COMMISSION (OGC) at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86886012659
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 868 8601 2659
AGENDA Discussion and Possible Action FCPC: 6. Complaint alleging violation of BERA by Elgstrand for Rent Board 2022, 7. Complaint alleging violation of BERA by Committee for an Affordable and Resilient Berkeley – Yes on Measure L, 8. Staff referral regarding failure to file copy of mass mailings by Berkeleyans for Better Planning No on Measure L, 9. Report from contribution limits subcommittee,
AGENDA Discussion and Possible Action OGC: 11. Complaint and request for action regarding posting of minutes by City commissions and use of Live Transcription for public meetings.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/fair-campaign-practices-commission
TRANSPORTATION and INFRASTRUCTURE COMMISSION at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83037557423
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 830 3755 7423
AGENDA: B. 1. Vision Zero Update, 2. Transit-First Policy Implementation Plan, 33. Work Plan
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/transportation-and-infrastructure-commission
Friday, November 18, 2022
CLIMATE & PUBLIC HEALTH at 9 am – 12 pm
Register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/climate-public-health-registration-369244529327
AGENDA: Presentations first speaker Director of Climate Emergency for City of Los Angeles at 9:30 am and 10:10 am Climate and Mental Health
https://www.cemtf.org/
Saturday, November 19 & Sunday, November 20, 2022
No city meetings found
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November 14, AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89509005126
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 895 09005126
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
AGENDA CONSENT:
1.Resolution direction legislative bodies to meet via videoconference and teleconference
2.Urgency Ordinance for leasing Real Property at 1720 San Pablo for term of 5 years
3.Amend Contract 42200065 (Agreement A22-0056) add $750,000 total $1,250,000 I-80 Gilman Interchange Improvement Project funding agreement with Alameda CTC fix drainage and grading issues for future fire lane
4.Arreguin & Taplin – Budget Referral (AAO): Strawberry Creek Lodge Food Program $50,000
5.Renewal of Solano Avenue Business Improvement District for Calendar Year 2023
ACTION:
6.Referral Response: Amendments to the Sign Ordinance and establish new fee
7.2nd reading - Adoption of Berkeley Building Codes, including local amendments
8.2nd reading - Re-enactment of Berkeley Housing Code
9.Return to In-Person City Council meetings and Status of Meetings of City Legislative Bodies
10.Adeline Street at Ashby BART Conceptual Design
11.Arreguin - Grant Approval: Accept $75,000 from San Francisco Foundation to renew supporting the Equitable Black Berkeley Initiative to develop a reparative approach to new development at Ashby BART Station and Adeline Corridor with goal of maximizing affordability of new housing
12.Wengraf & Harrison – Adopt first reading of proposed amendments to BMC Chapter 13.110 Emergency Response Ordinance
INFORMATION REPORTS:
13.Climate Action Plan and Resilience Update
14.City Policies for Managing Parking Around BART Stations
15.Fair Campaign Practices Commission FY2022-2023 Work Plan
16.Open government Commission FY2022-2023 Work Plan
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November 15 – CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83640362532
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 836 4036 2532
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA CONSENT:
1.Minutes for Approval
2.Appointment of Jennifer Louis as Chief of Police effective 11/27/2022, annual salary $256,125
3.Renew Elmwood BID (Business Improvement District) for 2023
4.Formal bid solicitations $11,384,039
5.Contract $125,000 with Station Automation Inc. DBA PSTRrax for Real-Time Paperless checkoff and asset management software – Measure Q fund - $125,000
6.Amend Contract 32000116 add $200,000 total $2,174,457 with Amendment Genasys, Inc for Outdoor Warning System Measure FF funds - $200,000
7.Contract $90,000 with Harold Dichoso for Temporary consulting with Health Housing and Community Services – bioterrorism grant fund
8.Amend Measure P Spending Contracts 1) Contract 31900273 with Bay area Community Services (BACS) Shift unspent Measure P – funded shallow subsidy program to a flexible funding program 2) Contract 32200051 add $127,380 total $375,667 with WeHOPE to provide mobile shower and laundry
9.New classification Deputy Duty Attorney IV, salary $15936.37 - $19,593.60 effective Nov 15
10.Amend Contract add $1,000,000 total $2,000,000 and extend to 6/30/24 with COWI North America Inc (32000261) and Transystems Corporation (32000263) for on-call waterfront engineering, design, environmental permitting and construction administration services, listed projects, South Cove Sailing Basin Dredging Planning Project, Cesar Chavez Park Restroom, K-Dock Restroom Renovation, and additional Waterfront projects funded by one time $15,000,000 from state.
11.Contracts $150,000 with Sharjo, Inc. dba ServiceMaster Recovery Management and $150,000 with Belfor USA Group, Inc. for on-call emergency restoration, mitigation and remediation services, thru 12/31/25
12.Amend Contract 10413B add $5,162,424 total $16,252,375 and extend to 12/31/2024 with LAZ Parking LLC for managing city-owned off-street parking facilities
13.Amend Contract 10340 (ERMA) add $75,000 total $325,000 and extend to 6/30/2025 with HF&H Consultants, LLC for update rate model
14.Amend Contract 117610-1 add $300,000 total $375,000 and extend to 6/30/2025 with Columbia Electric, Inc. for on-call electrical services
15.Sewer and access road easement and installation agreements with Paulonia Investment, LLC and Little Tree Investment, Inc., and James Robert Higgins and Summary Vacation of existing sewer easements
16.Peace and Justice Commission – Reinstate Burma (Myanmar) on Berkeley’s Oppressive States List
17.Arreguin, co-sponsors Wengraf, Hahn – United against Hate Week
18.Harrison, co-sponsors Wengraf, Arreguin – Support removal of Cuba from the U.S. State Sponsor of Terrorism List
19.Harrison & Hahn – Adopt ordinance adding chapter 11.62 to BMC to regulate use of carryout and produce bags and promote use of reusable bags.
20.Wengraf - Baby Book Project relinquish $125/councilmember to support Baby Book project
21.Robinson – Refer $1,000,000 to the FY 2023 AAO#1 process to contribute to Southside complete streets project to ensure Bancroft, Dana & Fulton proceed on schedule and prevent loss of $7.3 million in federal funding
22.Authors Robinson, Harrison, Taplin, co-sponsor Hahn – Refer to CM: Establish an electric bike rebate program and expand low-income e-bike ownership through climate equity action fund
ACTION:
23.Sprague – Adoption of 2022 California Fire Code with Local Amendments
24.Garland – Implement residential preferential parking (RPP) on 1900 block Vine and 3000 block MLK Jr Way
25.Louis – Update BPD efforts related to improving Hate Crimes Reporting and Response Referral
A.ZAB Appeal 2018 Blake – continued from November 3, 2022 – Use Permit #ZP2021-0095 6-story, 12 units of which 2 are low-income.
B.ZAB Appeal 1643 – 1647 California - continued from November 3, 2022 – Use Permit #ZP2021-0001 to create new lower basement, construct new 2nd story and modify existing duplex layout.
INFORMATION REPORTS:
26.LPO NOD: 2119 Marin
27.LPO NPO: 1325 Arch
28.LPO NOD: 2081 Center
29.LPO NOD: 2109 Kala Bagal Way.
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LAND USE CALENDAR:
Public Hearing to be scheduled
2065 Kittredge (construct 8-story mixed-use building) 1/31/2023
1262 Francisco (add 40 sq ft and 2nd story balcony) TBD
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with the End of the Appeal Period
2435 Haste (construct residential building) 11/17/2022
2119 Marin (The Laflin House) 11/17/2022
1325 Arch (Schneider/Kroeber House) 11/17/2022
2081 Center (American Trust / Wells Fargo building) 11/17/2022
2109 Kala Bagal Way (F.D. Chase Building) 11/17/2022
WORKSESSIONS:
Local Pandemic/Endemic Update Report 2/21/2023
Housing Preference Policy 2/21/2023
Annual Crime Report 3/14/2023
Civic Center Vision Project 3/21/2023
Fire Facilities Study Report 5/16/2023
Unscheduled Presentations
Housing Element - Local Adoption of the Housing Element in January possibly January 17 or 19, 2023
Adoption of Election Results (December 2022)
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
African American Holistic Resource Center (November 15)
(removed - Cannabis Health Considerations)
(removed - BART tentative December 13, 2022)
Worth Noting:
Sunday check the map link for streets blocked for the Berkeley Half Marathon from 7:30 am – 1 pm
Monday the Health Life Enrichment, Equity & Community takes up re-entry programs at 10 am, Agenda & Rules at 2:30 pm (Fair Work Week is not in the proposed agenda for November 29), Youth Commission on School Safety at 6:30 pm. And, former police chief Greenwood is in the panel on military equipment and police at 10 am.
Tuesday the City Council has back to back meetings starting at 4 pm amnesty for unpermitted units and 6 pm building code, Hate Crime report, and ZAB appeals (I will attend both). The EV webinar is at 5 pm.
Wednesday my go to meetings of the week are Wednesday with the webinar on Dark Skies “Light at Night a Glowing Hazard” from 1 – 4 pm, The In-Person Civic Center design meeting at 5 – 7 pm and the North Berkeley BART meeting on objective standards on zoom at 7 pm. Other meetings are the Aging Commission at 1:30 pm, John Hinkel Park at 6:30 pm and Earthquake Brace and Bolt at 6:30 pm.
Thursday at 7 pm the Transportation and Infrastructure Commission takes up vision zero and transit first policy and the Fair Campaign Practices Commission is taking up election complaints and the Open Government Commission will hear my complaint on delinquent posting of minutes and request for Live Transcription for all city meetings as an accessibility issue.
Friday the first two presentations at 9:30 am and 10:10 am at the Climate Emergency Summit Series on Climate and Public Health which starts at 9 am look excellent. (more for my go to list)
Do not forget to check https://berkeleyca.gov/ for meetings posted on short notice.
Commissions that normally meet on the 3rd Wednesday and have no meeting announcements: Commission on Status of Women, Human Welfare and Community Action Commission
Cancelled meetings: FITES, Design Review Committee, Commission on Labor.
The eBike discount is available through Nov 21, https://rideanddriveclean.org/ebike-discount-campaign/ this is a collaborative program to reduce carbon emissions by transition to eBikes and EV.
Sunday, November 13, 2022
BERKELEY HALF MARATHON at 7:30 am to 1 pm
Street Closure Map - https://berkeleyhalfmarathon.com/race-weekend/street-closures-and-detours/
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/news/berkeley-half-marathon-nov-13-street-closures-bus-route-info
Monday, November 14, 2022
HEALTH, LIFE, ENRICHMENT, EQUITY & COMMUNITY at 10 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83000189794
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 830 0018 9794
AGENDA: Taplin, co-sponsors Harrison, Hahn, Robinson – Office of Racial Equity: Re-Entry Employment and Guaranteed Income Programs.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-health-life-enrichment-equity-community
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89509005126
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 895 09005126
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 11/29/2022 draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda after list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council workssessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review: 8. COVID, Unscheduled Items: 9. Discussion Regarding Design and Strengthening of Policy Committees, 10. Supporting Commissions, Guidance on Legislative Proposals.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
CITY COUNCIL Closed Session at 4:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85347936644
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 853 4793 6644
AGENDA: Conference with legal counsel 1. Existing litigation Reugg & Ellsworth v. City of Berkeley RG18930003, 2. Anticipated litigation related to letter received, letter is confidential (don’t know what it says except it is related to Brown Act).
https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-closed-meeting-eagenda-november-14-2022
YOUTH COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89983970326?
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 899 8397 0326 Passcode: 646720
AGENDA: 9. Discussion Letter to BUSD regarding School Safety (Vice Chair), 10. Discussion develop a plan to recruit youth commissioners,
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/youth-commission
EQUIPPED FOR WAR: AB 481 Militarization of Policing in California at 10 am
Register: REGISTER HERE
AGENDA: Panel discussion on new California law AB 481 that makes the militarization of local police forces transparent to the community sponsored by the Task Force on Police Reform a collaboration between Ashby Village/Elder Action and Berkeley Friends/Racial Justice Action Team. Former Police Chief Greenwood is on the panel.
https://www.afsc.org/content/equipped-war-exposing-militarized-policing-california
Tuesday, November 15, 2022
PAB Emergency Meetingat at 2 pm on allegations
CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 4 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83640362532
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 836 4036 2532
AGENDA: 1. Referral Response: Amnesty Program for Unpermitted Dwelling Units (one item only – packet 140 pages)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83640362532
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 836 4036 2532
AGENDA: Go to end of post to see full agenda or use link to HTML
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
ELECTRIFY YOUR RIDE webinar with Electric Vehicle Web 5 -6 pm
Use link to Register
https://rideanddriveclean.org/event/ev-101-electrify-your-ride-webinar-35/
Wednesday, November 16, 2022
COMMISSION ON AGING at 1:30 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1614800144
Teleconference (not listed on agenda): 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 161 4800 144 Passcode: 825132
AGENDA Discussion/Action Items: 4. Age Friendly Initiative, 5. Pedestrian concern Shattuck & Oregon intersection, 6. Preservation and/or development of community environment in subsidized senior housing, 7. Increase Aging Services funding proportional to increase of growth of senior residents in Berkeley, 8 Letter to Parks, recreation and Waterfront Commission for possible senior center outdoor spaces spaces reserved for senior center classes specifically Ohlone park on Bonita Way, 9. Market-rate senior 60+housing development to facilitate downsizing.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-aging
CIVIC CENTER VISION PLAN Open House Workshop at 5 – 7 pm
IN-PERSON at Central Berkeley Public Library – Main Branch Library, 2090 Kittredge 2nd Floor in the Mystery Reading Room
AGENDA: Presentation and discussion addressing proposed uses and improvements to the Maudelle Shirek and Veterans Memorial Buildings, uses, and Civic Center Park
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/civic-center-open-house
JOHN HINKEL PARK SCOUT HUT RENOVATION PROJECT COMMUNITY MEETING at 6:30 – 8:30 pm
Videoconference: Join on Zoom
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 858 1685 4273 Passcode: 018458
AGENDA: Discussion including renovation of the building and accessibility improvements and future building use as part of the conceptual design process.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/john-hinkel-park-scout-hut-renovation-project-community-meeting
NORTH BERKELEY BART HOUSING DEVELOPMENT at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://bit.ly/ODSMeeting1
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 818 0401 9386 Password: 092751
AGENDA: Objective Design Standards for future development at North Berkeley BART
https://www.bart.gov/about/business/tod/north-berkeley
LIGHT at NIGHT a GLOWING HAZARD at 1 – 4 pm
Registration is free
Register: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_30VEEr2tTj2TVZDg4Xq41g
AGENDA: The use of LED lighting Technology is causing an unintended, yet pervasive and harmful effect: the over-lighting of our nights. Learn about the biological and physical effects of light at night and strategies that can guard our health and environment while providing safe and practical lighting solutions.
Sponsored by the Santa Clara Valley Audubon Society and the Sierra Club Loma Prieta Chapter and a long list of supporters with notification provided by Rebecca Miliken Sustainability Outreach Specialist at the City of Berkeley Office of Energy & Sustainable Development.
EARTHQUAKE BRACE & BOLT Program at 6:30 to 8 pm
Register: tinyurl.com/earthquake-brace-and-bolt
https://www.earthquakebracebolt.com/
Thursday, November 17, 2022
FAIR CAMPAIGN PRACTICES COMMITTEE (FCPC) / OPEN GOVERNMENT COMMISSION (OGC) at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86886012659
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 868 8601 2659
AGENDA Discussion and Possible Action FCPC: 6. Complaint alleging violation of BERA by Elgstrand for Rent Board 2022, 7. Complaint alleging violation of BERA by Committee for an Affordable and Resilient Berkeley – Yes on Measure L, 8. Staff referral regarding failure to file copy of mass mailings by Berkeleyans for Better Planning No on Measure L, 9. Report from contribution limits subcommittee,
AGENDA Discussion and Possible Action OGC: 11. Complaint and request for action regarding posting of minutes by City commissions and use of Live Transcription for public meetings.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/fair-campaign-practices-commission
TRANSPORTATION and INFRASTRUCTURE COMMISSION at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83037557423
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 830 3755 7423
AGENDA: B. 1. Vision Zero Update, 2. Transit-First Policy Implementation Plan, 33. Work Plan
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/transportation-and-infrastructure-commission
Friday, November 18, 2022
CLIMATE & PUBLIC HEALTH at 9 am – 12 pm
Register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/climate-public-health-registration-369244529327
AGENDA: Presentations first speaker Director of Climate Emergency for City of Los Angeles at 9:30 am and 10:10 am Climate and Mental Health
https://www.cemtf.org/
Saturday, November 19 & Sunday, November 20, 2022
No city meetings found
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November 14, AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89509005126
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 895 09005126
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
AGENDA CONSENT:
1.Resolution direction legislative bodies to meet via videoconference and teleconference
2.Urgency Ordinance for leasing Real Property at 1720 San Pablo for term of 5 years
3.Amend Contract 42200065 (Agreement A22-0056) add $750,000 total $1,250,000 I-80 Gilman Interchange Improvement Project funding agreement with Alameda CTC fix drainage and grading issues for future fire lane
4.Arreguin & Taplin – Budget Referral (AAO): Strawberry Creek Lodge Food Program $50,000
5.Renewal of Solano Avenue Business Improvement District for Calendar Year 2023
ACTION:
6.Referral Response: Amendments to the Sign Ordinance and establish new fee
7.2nd reading - Adoption of Berkeley Building Codes, including local amendments
8.2nd reading - Re-enactment of Berkeley Housing Code
9.Return to In-Person City Council meetings and Status of Meetings of City Legislative Bodies
10.Adeline Street at Ashby BART Conceptual Design
11.Arreguin - Grant Approval: Accept $75,000 from San Francisco Foundation to renew supporting the Equitable Black Berkeley Initiative to develop a reparative approach to new development at Ashby BART Station and Adeline Corridor with goal of maximizing affordability of new housing
12.Wengraf & Harrison – Adopt first reading of proposed amendments to BMC Chapter 13.110 Emergency Response Ordinance
INFORMATION REPORTS:
13.Climate Action Plan and Resilience Update
14.City Policies for Managing Parking Around BART Stations
15.Fair Campaign Practices Commission FY2022-2023 Work Plan
16.Open government Commission FY2022-2023 Work Plan
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November 15 – CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83640362532
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 836 4036 2532
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA CONSENT:
1.Minutes for Approval
2.Appointment of Jennifer Louis as Chief of Police effective 11/27/2022, annual salary $256,125
3.Renew Elmwood BID (Business Improvement District) for 2023
4.Formal bid solicitations $11,384,039
5.Contract $125,000 with Station Automation Inc. DBA PSTRrax for Real-Time Paperless checkoff and asset management software – Measure Q fund - $125,000
6.Amend Contract 32000116 add $200,000 total $2,174,457 with Amendment Genasys, Inc for Outdoor Warning System Measure FF funds - $200,000
7.Contract $90,000 with Harold Dichoso for Temporary consulting with Health Housing and Community Services – bioterrorism grant fund
8.Amend Measure P Spending Contracts 1) Contract 31900273 with Bay area Community Services (BACS) Shift unspent Measure P – funded shallow subsidy program to a flexible funding program 2) Contract 32200051 add $127,380 total $375,667 with WeHOPE to provide mobile shower and laundry
9.New classification Deputy Duty Attorney IV, salary $15936.37 - $19,593.60 effective Nov 15
10.Amend Contract add $1,000,000 total $2,000,000 and extend to 6/30/24 with COWI North America Inc (32000261) and Transystems Corporation (32000263) for on-call waterfront engineering, design, environmental permitting and construction administration services, listed projects, South Cove Sailing Basin Dredging Planning Project, Cesar Chavez Park Restroom, K-Dock Restroom Renovation, and additional Waterfront projects funded by one time $15,000,000 from state.
11.Contracts $150,000 with Sharjo, Inc. dba ServiceMaster Recovery Management and $150,000 with Belfor USA Group, Inc. for on-call emergency restoration, mitigation and remediation services, thru 12/31/25
12.Amend Contract 10413B add $5,162,424 total $16,252,375 and extend to 12/31/2024 with LAZ Parking LLC for managing city-owned off-street parking facilities
13.Amend Contract 10340 (ERMA) add $75,000 total $325,000 and extend to 6/30/2025 with HF&H Consultants, LLC for update rate model
14.Amend Contract 117610-1 add $300,000 total $375,000 and extend to 6/30/2025 with Columbia Electric, Inc. for on-call electrical services
15.Sewer and access road easement and installation agreements with Paulonia Investment, LLC and Little Tree Investment, Inc., and James Robert Higgins and Summary Vacation of existing sewer easements
16.Peace and Justice Commission – Reinstate Burma (Myanmar) on Berkeley’s Oppressive States List
17.Arreguin, co-sponsors Wengraf, Hahn – United against Hate Week
18.Harrison, co-sponsors Wengraf, Arreguin – Support removal of Cuba from the U.S. State Sponsor of Terrorism List
19.Harrison & Hahn – Adopt ordinance adding chapter 11.62 to BMC to regulate use of carryout and produce bags and promote use of reusable bags.
20.Wengraf - Baby Book Project relinquish $125/councilmember to support Baby Book project
21.Robinson – Refer $1,000,000 to the FY 2023 AAO#1 process to contribute to Southside complete streets project to ensure Bancroft, Dana & Fulton proceed on schedule and prevent loss of $7.3 million in federal funding
22.Authors Robinson, Harrison, Taplin, co-sponsor Hahn – Refer to CM: Establish an electric bike rebate program and expand low-income e-bike ownership through climate equity action fund
ACTION:
23.Sprague – Adoption of 2022 California Fire Code with Local Amendments
24.Garland – Implement residential preferential parking (RPP) on 1900 block Vine and 3000 block MLK Jr Way
25.Louis – Update BPD efforts related to improving Hate Crimes Reporting and Response Referral
A.ZAB Appeal 2018 Blake – continued from November 3, 2022 – Use Permit #ZP2021-0095 6-story, 12 units of which 2 are low-income.
B.ZAB Appeal 1643 – 1647 California - continued from November 3, 2022 – Use Permit #ZP2021-0001 to create new lower basement, construct new 2nd story and modify existing duplex layout.
INFORMATION REPORTS:
26.LPO NOD: 2119 Marin
27.LPO NPO: 1325 Arch
28.LPO NOD: 2081 Center
29.LPO NOD: 2109 Kala Bagal Way.
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LAND USE CALENDAR:
Public Hearing to be scheduled
2065 Kittredge (construct 8-story mixed-use building) 1/31/2023
1262 Francisco (add 40 sq ft and 2nd story balcony) TBD
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with the End of the Appeal Period
2435 Haste (construct residential building) 11/17/2022
2119 Marin (The Laflin House) 11/17/2022
1325 Arch (Schneider/Kroeber House) 11/17/2022
2081 Center (American Trust / Wells Fargo building) 11/17/2022
2109 Kala Bagal Way (F.D. Chase Building) 11/17/2022
WORKSESSIONS:
Local Pandemic/Endemic Update Report 2/21/2023
Housing Preference Policy 2/21/2023
Annual Crime Report 3/14/2023
Civic Center Vision Project 3/21/2023
Fire Facilities Study Report 5/16/2023
Unscheduled Presentations
Housing Element - Local Adoption of the Housing Element in January possibly January 17 or 19, 2023
Adoption of Election Results (December 2022)
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
African American Holistic Resource Center (November 15)
(removed - Cannabis Health Considerations)
(removed - BART tentative December 13, 2022)
November 6 - November 13, 2022
Worth Noting:
I think I caught all the city meetings and city related webinars, but my email inbox is filling faster with campaign ads and donation pleas faster than I can delete them. Do not forget to check https://berkeleyca.gov/ for meetings posted on short notice. The November 15 Council 6 pm meeting agenda is posted - see additional comments at the end of the list of meetings by day of the week.
Sunday – Daylight Savings Ends
Monday – The Personnel Board and Peace and Justice Commission meet at 7 pm.
Tuesday – Election with the City on a reduced schedule and no meetings
Wednesday – The discount program for Solar and Battery Storage is at 6 pm and the Financial incentive program for EVs for lower income individuals and households is at 7 pm. The Parks Commission, Police Accountability Board and Housing Advisory Commission all meet at 7 pm.
Thursday – The Budget Committee meets at 10 am – the mid fiscal year additional budget allocation process is starting. The e-Bike webinar is at 6 pm.
The go to meeting of the week are the presentations from the four developer candidates for the North Berkeley BART housing project at 7 pm Thursday. The meeting is hybrid and can be attended in person at the BUSD Board room or on zoom. (links below) BART will be moderating the presentations. This meeting will likely be very well attended. I am going to attend on zoom since I am concerned that if room capacity is exceeded I will miss too much in trying to get back home and online.
Friday is the Veterans Day Holiday
Saturday is the Berkeley Neighborhoods Council (BNC) at 10 am. Note that BNC has a new zoom login. BNC is my other go to meeting of the week.
Sunday, November 6, 2022 – DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME ENDS
Monday, November 7, 2022
PERSONNEL BOARD MEETING at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85857935234?pwd=RFdwZ3YvQmM5ZFRzbVlET2JZNS9Jdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 854 1790 0435 Passcode: 120198
AGENDA: V. Recommendation to Revise the Police Aide Classification, VI Recommendation to Establish the Medical Director Classification, VII. Training Report – Updates Regarding COB Training & Organizational Development Program – discussion only, VIII. Director’s Report.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/personnel-board
PEACE AND JUSTICE COMMISSION at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81329589964
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 813 2958 9964
AGENDA: 5. Commission Updates & Chairpersons report, 6. Secretary’s Report, 7. Berkeley Shellmound Issue, 8. Review of Work on Abortion and Reproductive Access Study, 9. Seating Needed in Berkeley Post Offices, 10. Discussion and Resolution on Land Acknowledgement.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/peace-and-justice-commission
Tuesday, November 8, 2022 – Reduced Service Day – Mid-term Election
Wednesday, November 9, 2022
PARKS, RECREATION AND WATERFRONT COMMISSION at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89264197181
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 89264197181
AGENDA: 7. Director Ferris report, 8. Update on Civic Arts Commission, 9. Update Recreation Programs FY2022 – FY2023, 10. Update PRW capital projects, 11. Update on council request for ban on planting certain tree species.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/parks-recreation-and-waterfront-commission
HOUSING ADVISORY COMMISSION at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88099349925 (showing as expired use link for update if it doesn’t work)
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 880 9934 9925
AGENDA: 6. Update on council items a. Land Acknowledgement Resolution, b. Harriet Tubman terrace Tenant Support, c. Re-enactment of Berkeley Housing Code.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/housing-advisory-commission
POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD MEETING at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82237902987
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 822 3790 2987
AGENDA: 3. Public Comment on agenda and non-agenda items, 5. ODPA Staff Report, 6. Chair and Board Member’s Reports, 7. Chief of Police report, 8. Subcommittee Reports, a. Controlled Equipment Subcommittee, b. Police Chief Process, 9. Finalize review draft proposed permanent Regulations for Handling Investigations and Complaints, 10. Surveillance Technology Ordinance and Drone Use Policy and Acquisition, b. Berkeley Law Police Review Project Agreement, 11. Announcement by Vice-Chair Mizell, 12. Public comment, 13. Closed Session Berkeley Police Association v. City of Berkeley Case No. 2002 057569.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
SunShares Solar and Electric Battery Program at 6 pm
Register: https://www.bayareasunshares.org/
AGENDA: Discount program for solar and battery storage
https://www.bayareasunshares.org/
EV Financial Incentives Clinic 7 – 8 pm
Register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ev-financial-incentives-clinic-taller-de-incentivos-financieros-para-evs-registration-444262169107?aff=Bitly
AGENDA: in English with Spanish translation, EV program for income-qualifying, single person with income less than $54,360 /year and family of four less than $110,000 / year
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ev-financial-incentives-clinic-taller-de-incentivos-financieros-para-evs-registration-444262169107?aff=Bitly
Thursday, November 10, 2022
BUDGET & FINANCE COMMITTEE at 10 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83501968735
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 835 0196 8735
AGENDA: 2. Report Financial condition (FY2012 – FY2021): Pension Liabilities and Infrastructure need, 3. Report preliminary FY2022 year-end financial status, 4. FY Annual Appropriations Ordinance, 5. Federal and State Legislative Update.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-budget-finance
E-Bike WEBINAR at 6 - 7 pm
Register: https://rideanddriveclean.org/event/ebike-101-2/
AGENDA: webinar covers technology, categories of ebikes , models and cost.
https://rideanddriveclean.org/event/ebike-101-2/
NORTH BERKELEY BART STATION – Developer Candidate Presentations at 7 – 9 pm
HYBRID Meeting
In-person: BUSD Board Room, 1231 Addison (masks strongly encouraged)
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89467086970
Teleconference: 1-216-706-7052 or 1-866-528-2256 Conference Code: 878095
AGENDA: Each team will present their credentials, experience and past projects followed by Q&A. BART and the City received four eligible responses: 1) BRIDGE, Avalon Bay, Berkeley Food and Housing Project and East Bay Asian Local Development Corporation (EBALDC), 2) Eden Housing and Village Partners, 3) Republic Metropolitan, Novin, Satellite Affordable Housing Associates (SAHA), and Resources for Community Development (RCD), 4) The Michaels Organization and EAH Housing.
https://www.bart.gov/about/business/tod/north-berkeley
Friday, November 11, 2022 – Veterans Day Holiday
Saturday, November 12, 2022
BERKELEY NEIGHBORHOODS COUNCIL at 10 am
Videoconference:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/4223188307?pwd=dFlNMVlVZ2d6b0FnSHh3ZlFwV2NMdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 422 318 8307 Passcode: 521161
AGENDA: not posted, check later in the week
https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/
Sunday, November 13, 2022
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NOVEMBER 15 – CITY COUNCIL regular meeting at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83640362532
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 836 4036 2532
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
ZAB Appeal 2018 Blake and ZAB Appeal 1643 – 1647 California were continued from the November 3 City Council meeting to November 15. There is no update to the 6 pm agenda and the Council special meeting at 4 pm on the referral response from the city manager on an amnesty program for unpermitted dwelling units is not yet published.
AGENDA CONSENT:
1.Minutes for Approval
2.Appointment of Jennifer Louis as Chief of Police effective 11/27/2022, annual salary $256,125
3.Renew Elmwood BID (Business Improvement District) for 2023
4.Formal bid solicitations $11,384,039
5.Contract $125,000 with Station Automation Inc. DBA PSTRrax for Real-Time Paperless checkoff and asset management software – Measure Q fund - $125,000
6.Amend Contract 32000116 add $200,000 total $2,174,457 with Amendment Genasys, Inc for Outdoor Warning System Measure FF funds - $200,000
7.Contract $90,000 with Harold Dichoso for Temporary consulting with Health Housing and Community Services – bioterrorism grant fund
8.Amend Measure P Spending Contracts 1) Contract 31900273 with Bay area Community Services (BACS) Shift unspent Measure P – funded shallow subsidy program to a flexible funding program 2) Contract 32200051 add $127,380 total $375,667 with WeHOPE to provide mobile shower and laundry
9.New classification Deputy Dity Attorney IV, salary $15936.37 - $19,593.60 effective Nov 15
10.Amend Contract add $1,000,000 total $2,000,000 and extend to 6/30/24 with COWI North America Inc (32000261) and Transystems Corporation (32000263) for on-call waterfront engineering, design, environmental permitting and construction administration services, listed projects, South Cove Sailing Basin Dredging Planning Project, Cesar Chavez Park Restroom, K-Dock Restroom Renovation, and additional Waterfront projects funded by one time $15,000,000 from state.
11.Contracts $150,000 with Sharjo, Inc. dba ServiceMaster Recovery Management and $150,000 with Belfor USA Group, Inc. for on-call emergency restoration, mitigation and remediation services, thru 12/31/25
12.Amend Contract 10413B add $5,162,424 total $16,252,375 and extend to 12/31/2024 with LAZ Parking LLC for managing city-owned off-street parking facilities
13.Amend Contract 10340 (ERMA) add $75,000 total $325,000 and extend to 6/30/2025 with HF&H Consultants, LLC for update rate model
14.Amend Contract 117610-1 add $300,000 total $375,000 and extend to 6/30/2025 with Columbia Electric, Inc. for on-call electrical services
15.Sewer and access road easement and installation agreements with Paulonia Investment, LLC and Little Tree Investment, Inc., and James Robert Higgins and Summary Vacation of existing sewer easements
16.Peace and Justice Commission – Reinstate Burma (Myanmar) on Berkeley’s Oppressive States List
17.Arreguin, co-sponsors Wengraf, Hahn – United against Hate Week
18.Harrison, co-sponsors Wengraf, Arreguin – Support removal of Cuba from the U.S. State Sponsor of Terrorism List
19.Harrison & Hahn – Adopt ordinance adding chapter 11.62 to BMC to regulate use of carryout and produce bags and promote use of reusable bags.
20.Wengraf - Baby Book Project relinquish $125/councilmember to support Baby Book project
21.Robinson – Refer $1,000,000 to the FY 2023 AAO#1 process to contribute to Southside complete streets project to ensure Bancroft, Dana & Fulton proceed on schedule and prevent loss of $7.3 million in federal funding
22.Authors Robinson, Harrison, Taplin, co-sponsor Hahn – Refer to CM: Establish an electric bike rebate program and expand low-income e-bike ownership through climate equity action fund
ACTION:
23.Sprague – Adoption of 2022 California Fire Code with Local Amendments
24.Garland – Implement residential preferential parking (RPP) on 1900 block Vine and 3000 block MLK Jr Way
25.Louis – Update BPD efforts related to improving Hate Crimes Reporting and Response Referral
INFORMATION REPORTS:
26.LPO NOD: 2119 Marin
27.LPO NPO: 1325 Arch
28.LPO NOD: 2081 Center
29.LPO NOD: 2109 Kala Bagal Way.
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LAND USE CALENDAR:
Public Hearing to be scheduled
1201 – 1205 San Pablo (construct mixed-use building) 9/29/2022
2018 Blake (construct multi-family residential building) 10/6/2022
1643-47 California (new basement and 2nd story) 11/3/2022
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with the End of the Appeal Period
Bad news on tracking approved projects in the appeal period. Samantha Updegrave, Zoning Officer, Principal Planner wrote the listing of projects in the appeal period can only be found by looking up each project individually through permits online by address or permit number https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/2022-03/Online-Building-Permits-Guide.pdf
The website with easy to find listing of projects in the appeal period was left on the “cutting room floor” another casualty of the conversion to the new City of Berkeley website.
Here is the old website link, Please ask for it to be restored.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
WORKSESSIONS:
BART Adeline Right of Way November 29, 2022
BART tentative December 13, 2022
Local Adoption of the Housing Element in January possibly January 17 or 19, 2023
Unscheduled Presentations
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Fire Facilities Study Report
African American Holistic Resource Center (November 15)
(removed - Cannabis Health Considerations)
Worth Noting:
I think I caught all the city meetings and city related webinars, but my email inbox is filling faster with campaign ads and donation pleas faster than I can delete them. Do not forget to check https://berkeleyca.gov/ for meetings posted on short notice. The November 15 Council 6 pm meeting agenda is posted - see additional comments at the end of the list of meetings by day of the week.
Sunday – Daylight Savings Ends
Monday – The Personnel Board and Peace and Justice Commission meet at 7 pm.
Tuesday – Election with the City on a reduced schedule and no meetings
Wednesday – The discount program for Solar and Battery Storage is at 6 pm and the Financial incentive program for EVs for lower income individuals and households is at 7 pm. The Parks Commission, Police Accountability Board and Housing Advisory Commission all meet at 7 pm.
Thursday – The Budget Committee meets at 10 am – the mid fiscal year additional budget allocation process is starting. The e-Bike webinar is at 6 pm.
The go to meeting of the week are the presentations from the four developer candidates for the North Berkeley BART housing project at 7 pm Thursday. The meeting is hybrid and can be attended in person at the BUSD Board room or on zoom. (links below) BART will be moderating the presentations. This meeting will likely be very well attended. I am going to attend on zoom since I am concerned that if room capacity is exceeded I will miss too much in trying to get back home and online.
Friday is the Veterans Day Holiday
Saturday is the Berkeley Neighborhoods Council (BNC) at 10 am. Note that BNC has a new zoom login. BNC is my other go to meeting of the week.
Sunday, November 6, 2022 – DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME ENDS
Monday, November 7, 2022
PERSONNEL BOARD MEETING at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85857935234?pwd=RFdwZ3YvQmM5ZFRzbVlET2JZNS9Jdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 854 1790 0435 Passcode: 120198
AGENDA: V. Recommendation to Revise the Police Aide Classification, VI Recommendation to Establish the Medical Director Classification, VII. Training Report – Updates Regarding COB Training & Organizational Development Program – discussion only, VIII. Director’s Report.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/personnel-board
PEACE AND JUSTICE COMMISSION at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81329589964
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 813 2958 9964
AGENDA: 5. Commission Updates & Chairpersons report, 6. Secretary’s Report, 7. Berkeley Shellmound Issue, 8. Review of Work on Abortion and Reproductive Access Study, 9. Seating Needed in Berkeley Post Offices, 10. Discussion and Resolution on Land Acknowledgement.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/peace-and-justice-commission
Tuesday, November 8, 2022 – Reduced Service Day – Mid-term Election
Wednesday, November 9, 2022
PARKS, RECREATION AND WATERFRONT COMMISSION at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89264197181
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 89264197181
AGENDA: 7. Director Ferris report, 8. Update on Civic Arts Commission, 9. Update Recreation Programs FY2022 – FY2023, 10. Update PRW capital projects, 11. Update on council request for ban on planting certain tree species.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/parks-recreation-and-waterfront-commission
HOUSING ADVISORY COMMISSION at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88099349925 (showing as expired use link for update if it doesn’t work)
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 880 9934 9925
AGENDA: 6. Update on council items a. Land Acknowledgement Resolution, b. Harriet Tubman terrace Tenant Support, c. Re-enactment of Berkeley Housing Code.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/housing-advisory-commission
POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD MEETING at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82237902987
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 822 3790 2987
AGENDA: 3. Public Comment on agenda and non-agenda items, 5. ODPA Staff Report, 6. Chair and Board Member’s Reports, 7. Chief of Police report, 8. Subcommittee Reports, a. Controlled Equipment Subcommittee, b. Police Chief Process, 9. Finalize review draft proposed permanent Regulations for Handling Investigations and Complaints, 10. Surveillance Technology Ordinance and Drone Use Policy and Acquisition, b. Berkeley Law Police Review Project Agreement, 11. Announcement by Vice-Chair Mizell, 12. Public comment, 13. Closed Session Berkeley Police Association v. City of Berkeley Case No. 2002 057569.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
SunShares Solar and Electric Battery Program at 6 pm
Register: https://www.bayareasunshares.org/
AGENDA: Discount program for solar and battery storage
https://www.bayareasunshares.org/
EV Financial Incentives Clinic 7 – 8 pm
Register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ev-financial-incentives-clinic-taller-de-incentivos-financieros-para-evs-registration-444262169107?aff=Bitly
AGENDA: in English with Spanish translation, EV program for income-qualifying, single person with income less than $54,360 /year and family of four less than $110,000 / year
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ev-financial-incentives-clinic-taller-de-incentivos-financieros-para-evs-registration-444262169107?aff=Bitly
Thursday, November 10, 2022
BUDGET & FINANCE COMMITTEE at 10 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83501968735
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 835 0196 8735
AGENDA: 2. Report Financial condition (FY2012 – FY2021): Pension Liabilities and Infrastructure need, 3. Report preliminary FY2022 year-end financial status, 4. FY Annual Appropriations Ordinance, 5. Federal and State Legislative Update.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-budget-finance
E-Bike WEBINAR at 6 - 7 pm
Register: https://rideanddriveclean.org/event/ebike-101-2/
AGENDA: webinar covers technology, categories of ebikes , models and cost.
https://rideanddriveclean.org/event/ebike-101-2/
NORTH BERKELEY BART STATION – Developer Candidate Presentations at 7 – 9 pm
HYBRID Meeting
In-person: BUSD Board Room, 1231 Addison (masks strongly encouraged)
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89467086970
Teleconference: 1-216-706-7052 or 1-866-528-2256 Conference Code: 878095
AGENDA: Each team will present their credentials, experience and past projects followed by Q&A. BART and the City received four eligible responses: 1) BRIDGE, Avalon Bay, Berkeley Food and Housing Project and East Bay Asian Local Development Corporation (EBALDC), 2) Eden Housing and Village Partners, 3) Republic Metropolitan, Novin, Satellite Affordable Housing Associates (SAHA), and Resources for Community Development (RCD), 4) The Michaels Organization and EAH Housing.
https://www.bart.gov/about/business/tod/north-berkeley
Friday, November 11, 2022 – Veterans Day Holiday
Saturday, November 12, 2022
BERKELEY NEIGHBORHOODS COUNCIL at 10 am
Videoconference:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/4223188307?pwd=dFlNMVlVZ2d6b0FnSHh3ZlFwV2NMdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 422 318 8307 Passcode: 521161
AGENDA: not posted, check later in the week
https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/
Sunday, November 13, 2022
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NOVEMBER 15 – CITY COUNCIL regular meeting at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83640362532
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 836 4036 2532
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
ZAB Appeal 2018 Blake and ZAB Appeal 1643 – 1647 California were continued from the November 3 City Council meeting to November 15. There is no update to the 6 pm agenda and the Council special meeting at 4 pm on the referral response from the city manager on an amnesty program for unpermitted dwelling units is not yet published.
AGENDA CONSENT:
1.Minutes for Approval
2.Appointment of Jennifer Louis as Chief of Police effective 11/27/2022, annual salary $256,125
3.Renew Elmwood BID (Business Improvement District) for 2023
4.Formal bid solicitations $11,384,039
5.Contract $125,000 with Station Automation Inc. DBA PSTRrax for Real-Time Paperless checkoff and asset management software – Measure Q fund - $125,000
6.Amend Contract 32000116 add $200,000 total $2,174,457 with Amendment Genasys, Inc for Outdoor Warning System Measure FF funds - $200,000
7.Contract $90,000 with Harold Dichoso for Temporary consulting with Health Housing and Community Services – bioterrorism grant fund
8.Amend Measure P Spending Contracts 1) Contract 31900273 with Bay area Community Services (BACS) Shift unspent Measure P – funded shallow subsidy program to a flexible funding program 2) Contract 32200051 add $127,380 total $375,667 with WeHOPE to provide mobile shower and laundry
9.New classification Deputy Dity Attorney IV, salary $15936.37 - $19,593.60 effective Nov 15
10.Amend Contract add $1,000,000 total $2,000,000 and extend to 6/30/24 with COWI North America Inc (32000261) and Transystems Corporation (32000263) for on-call waterfront engineering, design, environmental permitting and construction administration services, listed projects, South Cove Sailing Basin Dredging Planning Project, Cesar Chavez Park Restroom, K-Dock Restroom Renovation, and additional Waterfront projects funded by one time $15,000,000 from state.
11.Contracts $150,000 with Sharjo, Inc. dba ServiceMaster Recovery Management and $150,000 with Belfor USA Group, Inc. for on-call emergency restoration, mitigation and remediation services, thru 12/31/25
12.Amend Contract 10413B add $5,162,424 total $16,252,375 and extend to 12/31/2024 with LAZ Parking LLC for managing city-owned off-street parking facilities
13.Amend Contract 10340 (ERMA) add $75,000 total $325,000 and extend to 6/30/2025 with HF&H Consultants, LLC for update rate model
14.Amend Contract 117610-1 add $300,000 total $375,000 and extend to 6/30/2025 with Columbia Electric, Inc. for on-call electrical services
15.Sewer and access road easement and installation agreements with Paulonia Investment, LLC and Little Tree Investment, Inc., and James Robert Higgins and Summary Vacation of existing sewer easements
16.Peace and Justice Commission – Reinstate Burma (Myanmar) on Berkeley’s Oppressive States List
17.Arreguin, co-sponsors Wengraf, Hahn – United against Hate Week
18.Harrison, co-sponsors Wengraf, Arreguin – Support removal of Cuba from the U.S. State Sponsor of Terrorism List
19.Harrison & Hahn – Adopt ordinance adding chapter 11.62 to BMC to regulate use of carryout and produce bags and promote use of reusable bags.
20.Wengraf - Baby Book Project relinquish $125/councilmember to support Baby Book project
21.Robinson – Refer $1,000,000 to the FY 2023 AAO#1 process to contribute to Southside complete streets project to ensure Bancroft, Dana & Fulton proceed on schedule and prevent loss of $7.3 million in federal funding
22.Authors Robinson, Harrison, Taplin, co-sponsor Hahn – Refer to CM: Establish an electric bike rebate program and expand low-income e-bike ownership through climate equity action fund
ACTION:
23.Sprague – Adoption of 2022 California Fire Code with Local Amendments
24.Garland – Implement residential preferential parking (RPP) on 1900 block Vine and 3000 block MLK Jr Way
25.Louis – Update BPD efforts related to improving Hate Crimes Reporting and Response Referral
INFORMATION REPORTS:
26.LPO NOD: 2119 Marin
27.LPO NPO: 1325 Arch
28.LPO NOD: 2081 Center
29.LPO NOD: 2109 Kala Bagal Way.
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LAND USE CALENDAR:
Public Hearing to be scheduled
1201 – 1205 San Pablo (construct mixed-use building) 9/29/2022
2018 Blake (construct multi-family residential building) 10/6/2022
1643-47 California (new basement and 2nd story) 11/3/2022
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with the End of the Appeal Period
Bad news on tracking approved projects in the appeal period. Samantha Updegrave, Zoning Officer, Principal Planner wrote the listing of projects in the appeal period can only be found by looking up each project individually through permits online by address or permit number https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/2022-03/Online-Building-Permits-Guide.pdf
The website with easy to find listing of projects in the appeal period was left on the “cutting room floor” another casualty of the conversion to the new City of Berkeley website.
Here is the old website link, Please ask for it to be restored.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
WORKSESSIONS:
BART Adeline Right of Way November 29, 2022
BART tentative December 13, 2022
Local Adoption of the Housing Element in January possibly January 17 or 19, 2023
Unscheduled Presentations
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Fire Facilities Study Report
African American Holistic Resource Center (November 15)
(removed - Cannabis Health Considerations)
October 30 - November 6, 2022
Worth Noting:
Don’t forget to check during the week for meetings, events, webinars posted on short notice at https://berkeleyca.gov/
Sunday - no meetings
Monday – The Agenda and Rules committee meets at 2:30 pm to plan the city council agenda for November 15. No evening meetings on Monday
Tuesday – no meetings – council really is scheduled for Thursday at 6 pm
Wednesday - My go to meeting is the Planning Commission at 7 pm with Southside zoning changes and local density bonus on the agenda. The other meetings of the day are the Civic Arts Commission Grants Subcommittee at 10:30 am, e-bike webinar at 5 pm, Library Trustees at 6:30 pm, and the Homeless Services Panel of Experts and the Planning Commission at 7 pm.
Thursday is an impossible day starting with FITES at 1 pm, WETA at 3 pm, council at 6 pm with Fair Work Week on the agenda, home hardening for wildfire at 6:30 pm and LPC at 7 pm.
Friday, Saturday, Sunday – no meetings – last weekend to get out the vote
Monday, October 31, 2022
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE SPECIAL MEETING at 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82000935026
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 820 0093 5026
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 11/15/22 draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda after list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council work sessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review: 8. COVID, 9. Return to In-person meetings for legislative bodies, Unscheduled Items: 10. Discussion Regarding Design and Strengthening of Policy Committees, 11. Supporting Commissions, Guidance on Legislative Proposals.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
Tuesday, November 1, 2022 – no city meetings found
Wednesday, November 2, 2022
BOARD of LIBRARY TRUSTEES (BOLT) at 6:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86042306505
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 860 4230 6505
AGENDA: II.C. Contract $707,865 with CTC Technology & Energy for 10 Gigabits per second connection to California Research and Education Network (CalREN) high speed broadband fiber network to 6/30/2024, III.D. FY2023 Budget Amendment (AAO) approve expenditures budget foal all fund entities to $24,954,247.
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION GRANTS SUBCOMMITTEE at 10:30 am
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1606765080
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 Meeting ID: 160 676 5080
AGENDA: 5.a) a. FY2024 guidelines a. Eligibility related to direct city funding for general operating support grants and festival grants, b. creative spaces grant guidelines.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
HOMELESS SERVICES PANEL OF EXPERTS at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/92491365323
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 924 9136 5323
AGENDA: 6. Presentation and Q&A with BOSS regarding planned construction and supportive services at 1367 University, 7. Chair report, 8. Staff update and commissioner discussion on site visits
9. Berkeley-based crisis stabilization center, 10. Rescheduling April 2023 visit
111. Discussion impact HPSE has on Council decisions in oversight, allocating funding, and establishing new programs, 12. Workplan, 13. Pathways, 14. Family homelessness.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/homeless-services-panel-experts
PLANNING COMMISSION at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82613344954
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 826 1334 4954
AGENDA: 9. Discussion Southside Area Zoning Changes, 10. Discussion Local Density Zone
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/planning-commission
e-Bike Webinar at 5 – 6 pm
Register: https://rideanddriveclean.org/event/ebike-101/
AGENDA: webinar is e-bike right for you? Categories of e-bikes
https://rideanddriveclean.org/events/
Thursday, November 3, 2022
FACILITIES, INFRASTRUCTURE, TRANSPORTATION, ENVIRONMENT & SUSTAINABILITY (FITES) at 1 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87436310864
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 10877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 874 3631 0864
AGENDA: 2. Just Transition Healthy Home Electrification Pilot Program Proposal and Eligible Funding Categories, 3. Harrison, co-sponsors Bartlett, Hahn - Adopt Ordinance Adding New Chapter 12.01 to BMC establishing Emergency GHG, Process for Updated Climate Action Plan, Monitoring, Evaluation, Reporting and Regional Collaboration
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-facilities-infrastructure-transportation-environment-sustainability
CITY COUNCIL at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84033716377
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 840 3371 6377
AGENDA: go to the agenda list at the end of this post or choose HTML. HTML allows you to look up agenda item details by item instead of scrolling through 904 pages of a pdf
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
HOME HARDENING for WILDFIRE: WINDOWS and ROOF at 6:30 pm
Register on Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/home-hardening-for-wildfire-windows-and-roof-registration-428887262347
AGENDA: Wildfire on Windows and Roof
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/home-hardening-wildfire-windows-and-roof
LANDMARKS PRESERVATION COMMISSION (LPC) at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81983641608
Teleconference: 1-669-444-6171 Meeting ID: 819 8364 1608
AGENDA: 5. 2555 College – Demolition referral, 6. 2720 Hillegass – demolition referral, 1581 Alcatraz – Structural alteration permit for Wells Fargo Bank South Berkeley Branch site storeffont alterations.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/landmarks-preservation-commission
WETA (WATER EMERGENCY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY) at 3 pm
Hybrid
In-person: Port of San Francisco, Pier 1, San Francisco
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89718217408
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 897 1821 7408 Password: 33779
AGENDA: 5. Reports of Staff, a. Real-time transit information update, Clipper, Amendements to Brown Act, b. monthly financials, c. federal legislative update, d. state legislative update, e. monthly ridership, 7. Consent, 8. Redwood City MOU, 9. Authorize revised Sea Change hydrogen-powered vessel demonstration project, 10. Aurora Marine Design, 11. Draft short range transit plan.
Friday, November 4, 2022 & Saturday, November 5, 2022 & Sunday, November 6, 2022
No city meetings found, last weekend to get out the vote
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AGENDA & RULES Meeting at 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82000935026
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 820 0093 5026
Draft Agenda for November 15, 2022
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
AGENDA CONSENT:
1.Minutes for Approval
2.Renew Elmwood BID (Business Improvement District) for 2023
3.Formal bid solicitations $11,384,000
4.Contract $125,000 with Station Automation Inc. DBA PSTRrax for Real-Time Paperless checkoff and asset management software – Measure Q fund
5.Amend Contract 32000116 add $200,000 total $2,174,457with Amendment Genasys, Inc for Outdoor Warning System Measure FF funds
6.Contract $90,000 with Harold Dichoso for Temporary consulting with Health Housing and Community Services – bioterrorism grant fund
7.Measure P Contract 31900273 1. Shift unspent Measure P – funded shallow subsidy program to a flexible funding program 2. add $127,380 total $375,667 with WeHOPE to provide mobile shower and laundry
8.New classification Deputy Dity Attorney IV, salary $15936.37 - $19,593.60 effective Nov 15
9.Amend Contract add $1,000,000 total $2,000,000 and extend to 6/30/24 with COWI North America Inc (32000261) and Transystems Corporation (32000263) for on-call waterfront engineering, design, environmental permitting and construction administration services
10.Contracts $150,000 with Sharjo, Inc. dba ServiceMaster Recovery Management and $150,000 with Belfor USA Group, Inc. for on-call emergency restoration, mitigation and remediation services, thru 12/31/25
11.Amend Contract 10413B add $5,162,424 total $16,252,375 and extend to 12/31/2024 with LAZ Parking LLC for managing city-owned off-street parking facilities
12.Amend Contract 10340 (ERMA) add $75,000 total $325,000 and extend to 6/30/2025 with HF&H Consultants, LLC for update rate model
13.Amend Contract 117610-1 add $300,000 total $375,000 and extend to 6/30/2025 with Columbia Electric, Inc. for on-call electrical services
14.Sewer and access road easement and installation agreements with Paulonia Investment, LLC and Little Tree Investment, Inc., and James Robert Higgins and Summary Vacatin of existing sewer easements
15.Peace and Justice Commission – Reinstate Burma (Myanmar) on Berkeley’s Oppressive States List
16.Taplin – Support trip reduction alternative for BUSD School Tennis and Parking Structure Project
17.Harrison – Support removal of Cuba from the U.S. State Sponsor of Terrorism List
18.Harrison & Hahn – Adopt ordinance adding chapter 11.62 to BMC to regulate use of carryout and produce bags and promote use of reusable bags.
19.Wengraf - Baby Book Project relinquish $125/councilmember to support Baby Book project
20.Robinson – Refer $1,000,000 to the FY 2023 AAO#1 process to contribute to Southside complete streets project to ensure Bancroft, Dana & Fulton proceed on schedule and prevent loss of $7.3 million in federal funding
ACTION:
21.Sprague – Adoption of 2022 California Fire Code with Local Amendments
22.Garland – Implement residential preferential parking (RPP) on 1900 block Vine and 3000 block MLK Jr Way
23.Louis – Update BPD efforts related to improving Hate Crimes Reporting and Response Referral
24.Arreguin – Refer to City Manager (CM): Tenant Habitability Plan Amendments to relocation ordinance
25.Robinson – Refer to CM: Establish an electric bike rebate program and expand low-income e-bike ownership through climate equity action fund
INFORMATION REPORTS:
26.CM – Referral Response Amnesty Program for unpermitted dwelling units
27.LPO NOD: 2119 Marin
28.LPO NPO: 1325 Arch
29.LPO NOD: 2081 Center
30.LPO NOD: 2109 Kala Bagal Way.
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Thursday, November 3, 2022 CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84033716377
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5256 (toll free) Meeting ID: 840 3371 6377
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
send comments to [email protected]
AGENDA CONSENT:
1.2nd reading Ordinance adding BMC Chapter 13.09 Prohibiting Discriminatory Reports to Law Enforcement
2.2nd reading Amendments to Zoning Ordinance Amusement Arcades
3.COVID – review and ratify need for continuing emergency
4.Continue to meet via videoconference
5.2022 Annual Commission Attendance and Meeting Frequency Report
6.Amend contract 32200039 add $72,000 total $117,000 and extend to 12/31/2023 with Townsend Public Affairs for legislative and funding advocacy strategy (lobbying)
7.Amend contract 32100186 add $144,000 total $354,000 with Mildred Howard to increase size of public art commission to 11 ft tall at Adeline and MLK triangular green space
8.Renew Solano BID (business improvement district) for 2023
9.Formal bid solicitations and RFP $75,000
10.Contract $80,000 with Restoration Family Counseling Center for counseling, education, support
11.Amend contract 32200227 add $60,000 total $220,000 with Fire Aside for Mobile Vegetation Inspection Software
12.Amend contract 32200083 add $500,000 total $1,400,000 with Ganey Scientific for project management and consulting for Fire Dept.
13.Purchase Order $1,700,000 with Bauer Compressors Inc. for Self-contained breathing apparatus and related accessories
14.Revenue Contracts FY 2023 Aging services Programs, congregate meals $40,000, home delivered meals $84,000, family caregiver $41,383, Senior center activities $30,000, information and assistance services $100,000
15.Amend contract 32000240 add $410,389 total $1,394,167 with BUSD for Mental Health MHSA-Funded Programs
16.Participation agreement for grant $42,609 with Greater Bay Area Regional Patnership Workforce, Education and Training – CA Mental Health Services Authority
17.Accept donation $175,000 for Berkeley meals on wheels program
18.Contract add $750,000 with Robert Half International/Protiviti for Professional Services, for Fire Dept, Fire Administration, Prevention Wildland Urban Interface, Emergency Medical Services and Training and Information Technology for FY 2023 using GSA purchasing vehicle no. GS-35F-280X
19.Amend contract 32000281 add $165,000 total $892,821 with ConvergeOne for on-site Avaya Administration and Support and extend to 6/30/2024
20.Amend contract 32000223 add $50,000 total $299,500 with Gray Quarter, Inc for Accela Professional Services
21.Adoption of Berkeley Building Codes, including amendments to CA Building Standards Code,
22.Re-enactment f the Berkeley Housing Code
23.Revenue Grant Contract $74,449 State of CA Alcoholic Beverage Control
24.Reappointment of Andrea Prichett and Edward Opton to Mental Health Commissions
25.Kesarwani – Referral to CM to conduct an automatic traffic calming review for the area immediately surrounding the project at 1201-1205 San Pablo Avenue
26.Taplin co-sponsor Harrison, Hahn – Refer to budget process $500,000 for local down payment assistance and closing cost assistance revolving loan fund pilot program providing 3rd lien qualifying applicants in a racial equity and reparative justice framework
27.Taplin, co-sponsor Wengraf – Refer to CM implementation No Right on Red signs to all intersections with traffic lights
28.Bartlett, co-sponsors Arreguin, Hahn – Budget referral $150,000 to support recovery and renovations of La Pena Cultural Center,
29.Bartlett, Arreguin, co-sponsors Harrison, Hahn – Budget referral $50,000 to support completion of affordable housing renovation at 1638 Stuart
30.Harrison – Resolution supporting local implementation of SB 379 for online instant solar permits and apply for grants and automated solar permitting platforms to reduce permit review time for solar and battery storage systems
ACTION:
31.Harriet Tubman Terrace Tenant Support (continued from Oct 11, 2022)
32.Accept annual Surveillance Technology Reports ALPR, GPS trackers, Body Worn Cameras, Unmanned Aerial Vehicles and the street level imagery project
33.ZAB Appeal 2018 Blake UP ZP2021-0095 6-story multi-family residential building with 12 units (continued from Oct 11, 2022 council meeting)
34.ZAB Appeal 1643-1647 California UP ZP2021-0001 create new lower basement level, new 2nd story and modify existing duplex layout resulting in 3,763 sq ft duplex,
35.Fair Workweek Ordinance (continued from Oct 11, 2022)
36.Energy Commission (energy commission dissolved and merged into Environment and Climate Commission) recommendation staff pilot projects in EV, EV charging infrastructure, building electrification, referral went to budget committee with no action sent back to council
INFORMATION REPORTS
37.FY 2023 Civic Arts Grants Awards
38.Fire Prevention Inspections Audit Status Report
39.Update: HR Response: Audit Directive(s) for Comprehensive Domestic Violence Policy to Support City Employees
40.LPO NOD 2065 Kittredge
41.Audit Status Report: Underfunded Mandate: Resources, Strategic Plan and Communication Needed to Continue Progress towards the Year 2020 Zero Waste Goal
42.Audit Status Report: Unified Vision Zero Waste Activities Will Help Align Service Levels with Billing and Ensure Customer Equity
43.Audit Status Reports: Lease Audit: Conflict Directives Hinder Contract Oversight
44.Audit Status Reports: Fleet Replacement Fund Short Millions & Rocky Road: Berkeley Streets At Risk and Significantly Underfunded
45.Audit Recommendation Status – Data Analysis of City of Berkeley’s Police Response
46.Audit Recommendation Status – 911 Dispatchers: Understaffing Leads to Excessive Overtime and Low Morale
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LAND USE CALENDAR:
Public Hearing to be scheduled
2018 Blake (construct multi-family residential building) 11/3/2022
1643-47 California (new basement and 2nd story) 11/3/2022
2065 Kittredge (construct 8-story, mixed use building) TBD
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with the End of the Appeal Period
Bad news on tracking approved projects in the appeal period. Samantha Updegrave, Zoning Officer, Principal Planner wrote the listing of projects in the appeal period can only be found by looking up each project individually through permits online by address or permit number https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/2022-03/Online-Building-Permits-Guide.pdf
The website with easy to find listing of projects in the appeal period was left on the “cutting room floor” another casualty of the conversion to the new City of Berkeley website.
Here is the old website link, Please ask for it to be restored.
WORKSESSIONS and SPECIAL MEETINGS:
African American Holistic Resource Center November 15 at 4 pm
Unscheduled Presentations
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Fire Facilities Study Report
Civic Center Vision Project (March 2023)
Local Pandemic/Endemic Update Report
Worth Noting:
Don’t forget to check during the week for meetings, events, webinars posted on short notice at https://berkeleyca.gov/
Sunday - no meetings
Monday – The Agenda and Rules committee meets at 2:30 pm to plan the city council agenda for November 15. No evening meetings on Monday
Tuesday – no meetings – council really is scheduled for Thursday at 6 pm
Wednesday - My go to meeting is the Planning Commission at 7 pm with Southside zoning changes and local density bonus on the agenda. The other meetings of the day are the Civic Arts Commission Grants Subcommittee at 10:30 am, e-bike webinar at 5 pm, Library Trustees at 6:30 pm, and the Homeless Services Panel of Experts and the Planning Commission at 7 pm.
Thursday is an impossible day starting with FITES at 1 pm, WETA at 3 pm, council at 6 pm with Fair Work Week on the agenda, home hardening for wildfire at 6:30 pm and LPC at 7 pm.
Friday, Saturday, Sunday – no meetings – last weekend to get out the vote
Monday, October 31, 2022
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE SPECIAL MEETING at 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82000935026
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 820 0093 5026
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 11/15/22 draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda after list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council work sessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review: 8. COVID, 9. Return to In-person meetings for legislative bodies, Unscheduled Items: 10. Discussion Regarding Design and Strengthening of Policy Committees, 11. Supporting Commissions, Guidance on Legislative Proposals.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
Tuesday, November 1, 2022 – no city meetings found
Wednesday, November 2, 2022
BOARD of LIBRARY TRUSTEES (BOLT) at 6:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86042306505
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 860 4230 6505
AGENDA: II.C. Contract $707,865 with CTC Technology & Energy for 10 Gigabits per second connection to California Research and Education Network (CalREN) high speed broadband fiber network to 6/30/2024, III.D. FY2023 Budget Amendment (AAO) approve expenditures budget foal all fund entities to $24,954,247.
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION GRANTS SUBCOMMITTEE at 10:30 am
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1606765080
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 Meeting ID: 160 676 5080
AGENDA: 5.a) a. FY2024 guidelines a. Eligibility related to direct city funding for general operating support grants and festival grants, b. creative spaces grant guidelines.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
HOMELESS SERVICES PANEL OF EXPERTS at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/92491365323
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 924 9136 5323
AGENDA: 6. Presentation and Q&A with BOSS regarding planned construction and supportive services at 1367 University, 7. Chair report, 8. Staff update and commissioner discussion on site visits
9. Berkeley-based crisis stabilization center, 10. Rescheduling April 2023 visit
111. Discussion impact HPSE has on Council decisions in oversight, allocating funding, and establishing new programs, 12. Workplan, 13. Pathways, 14. Family homelessness.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/homeless-services-panel-experts
PLANNING COMMISSION at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82613344954
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 826 1334 4954
AGENDA: 9. Discussion Southside Area Zoning Changes, 10. Discussion Local Density Zone
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/planning-commission
e-Bike Webinar at 5 – 6 pm
Register: https://rideanddriveclean.org/event/ebike-101/
AGENDA: webinar is e-bike right for you? Categories of e-bikes
https://rideanddriveclean.org/events/
Thursday, November 3, 2022
FACILITIES, INFRASTRUCTURE, TRANSPORTATION, ENVIRONMENT & SUSTAINABILITY (FITES) at 1 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87436310864
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 10877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 874 3631 0864
AGENDA: 2. Just Transition Healthy Home Electrification Pilot Program Proposal and Eligible Funding Categories, 3. Harrison, co-sponsors Bartlett, Hahn - Adopt Ordinance Adding New Chapter 12.01 to BMC establishing Emergency GHG, Process for Updated Climate Action Plan, Monitoring, Evaluation, Reporting and Regional Collaboration
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-facilities-infrastructure-transportation-environment-sustainability
CITY COUNCIL at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84033716377
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 840 3371 6377
AGENDA: go to the agenda list at the end of this post or choose HTML. HTML allows you to look up agenda item details by item instead of scrolling through 904 pages of a pdf
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
HOME HARDENING for WILDFIRE: WINDOWS and ROOF at 6:30 pm
Register on Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/home-hardening-for-wildfire-windows-and-roof-registration-428887262347
AGENDA: Wildfire on Windows and Roof
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/home-hardening-wildfire-windows-and-roof
LANDMARKS PRESERVATION COMMISSION (LPC) at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81983641608
Teleconference: 1-669-444-6171 Meeting ID: 819 8364 1608
AGENDA: 5. 2555 College – Demolition referral, 6. 2720 Hillegass – demolition referral, 1581 Alcatraz – Structural alteration permit for Wells Fargo Bank South Berkeley Branch site storeffont alterations.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/landmarks-preservation-commission
WETA (WATER EMERGENCY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY) at 3 pm
Hybrid
In-person: Port of San Francisco, Pier 1, San Francisco
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89718217408
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 897 1821 7408 Password: 33779
AGENDA: 5. Reports of Staff, a. Real-time transit information update, Clipper, Amendements to Brown Act, b. monthly financials, c. federal legislative update, d. state legislative update, e. monthly ridership, 7. Consent, 8. Redwood City MOU, 9. Authorize revised Sea Change hydrogen-powered vessel demonstration project, 10. Aurora Marine Design, 11. Draft short range transit plan.
Friday, November 4, 2022 & Saturday, November 5, 2022 & Sunday, November 6, 2022
No city meetings found, last weekend to get out the vote
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AGENDA & RULES Meeting at 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82000935026
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 820 0093 5026
Draft Agenda for November 15, 2022
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
AGENDA CONSENT:
1.Minutes for Approval
2.Renew Elmwood BID (Business Improvement District) for 2023
3.Formal bid solicitations $11,384,000
4.Contract $125,000 with Station Automation Inc. DBA PSTRrax for Real-Time Paperless checkoff and asset management software – Measure Q fund
5.Amend Contract 32000116 add $200,000 total $2,174,457with Amendment Genasys, Inc for Outdoor Warning System Measure FF funds
6.Contract $90,000 with Harold Dichoso for Temporary consulting with Health Housing and Community Services – bioterrorism grant fund
7.Measure P Contract 31900273 1. Shift unspent Measure P – funded shallow subsidy program to a flexible funding program 2. add $127,380 total $375,667 with WeHOPE to provide mobile shower and laundry
8.New classification Deputy Dity Attorney IV, salary $15936.37 - $19,593.60 effective Nov 15
9.Amend Contract add $1,000,000 total $2,000,000 and extend to 6/30/24 with COWI North America Inc (32000261) and Transystems Corporation (32000263) for on-call waterfront engineering, design, environmental permitting and construction administration services
10.Contracts $150,000 with Sharjo, Inc. dba ServiceMaster Recovery Management and $150,000 with Belfor USA Group, Inc. for on-call emergency restoration, mitigation and remediation services, thru 12/31/25
11.Amend Contract 10413B add $5,162,424 total $16,252,375 and extend to 12/31/2024 with LAZ Parking LLC for managing city-owned off-street parking facilities
12.Amend Contract 10340 (ERMA) add $75,000 total $325,000 and extend to 6/30/2025 with HF&H Consultants, LLC for update rate model
13.Amend Contract 117610-1 add $300,000 total $375,000 and extend to 6/30/2025 with Columbia Electric, Inc. for on-call electrical services
14.Sewer and access road easement and installation agreements with Paulonia Investment, LLC and Little Tree Investment, Inc., and James Robert Higgins and Summary Vacatin of existing sewer easements
15.Peace and Justice Commission – Reinstate Burma (Myanmar) on Berkeley’s Oppressive States List
16.Taplin – Support trip reduction alternative for BUSD School Tennis and Parking Structure Project
17.Harrison – Support removal of Cuba from the U.S. State Sponsor of Terrorism List
18.Harrison & Hahn – Adopt ordinance adding chapter 11.62 to BMC to regulate use of carryout and produce bags and promote use of reusable bags.
19.Wengraf - Baby Book Project relinquish $125/councilmember to support Baby Book project
20.Robinson – Refer $1,000,000 to the FY 2023 AAO#1 process to contribute to Southside complete streets project to ensure Bancroft, Dana & Fulton proceed on schedule and prevent loss of $7.3 million in federal funding
ACTION:
21.Sprague – Adoption of 2022 California Fire Code with Local Amendments
22.Garland – Implement residential preferential parking (RPP) on 1900 block Vine and 3000 block MLK Jr Way
23.Louis – Update BPD efforts related to improving Hate Crimes Reporting and Response Referral
24.Arreguin – Refer to City Manager (CM): Tenant Habitability Plan Amendments to relocation ordinance
25.Robinson – Refer to CM: Establish an electric bike rebate program and expand low-income e-bike ownership through climate equity action fund
INFORMATION REPORTS:
26.CM – Referral Response Amnesty Program for unpermitted dwelling units
27.LPO NOD: 2119 Marin
28.LPO NPO: 1325 Arch
29.LPO NOD: 2081 Center
30.LPO NOD: 2109 Kala Bagal Way.
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Thursday, November 3, 2022 CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84033716377
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5256 (toll free) Meeting ID: 840 3371 6377
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
send comments to [email protected]
AGENDA CONSENT:
1.2nd reading Ordinance adding BMC Chapter 13.09 Prohibiting Discriminatory Reports to Law Enforcement
2.2nd reading Amendments to Zoning Ordinance Amusement Arcades
3.COVID – review and ratify need for continuing emergency
4.Continue to meet via videoconference
5.2022 Annual Commission Attendance and Meeting Frequency Report
6.Amend contract 32200039 add $72,000 total $117,000 and extend to 12/31/2023 with Townsend Public Affairs for legislative and funding advocacy strategy (lobbying)
7.Amend contract 32100186 add $144,000 total $354,000 with Mildred Howard to increase size of public art commission to 11 ft tall at Adeline and MLK triangular green space
8.Renew Solano BID (business improvement district) for 2023
9.Formal bid solicitations and RFP $75,000
10.Contract $80,000 with Restoration Family Counseling Center for counseling, education, support
11.Amend contract 32200227 add $60,000 total $220,000 with Fire Aside for Mobile Vegetation Inspection Software
12.Amend contract 32200083 add $500,000 total $1,400,000 with Ganey Scientific for project management and consulting for Fire Dept.
13.Purchase Order $1,700,000 with Bauer Compressors Inc. for Self-contained breathing apparatus and related accessories
14.Revenue Contracts FY 2023 Aging services Programs, congregate meals $40,000, home delivered meals $84,000, family caregiver $41,383, Senior center activities $30,000, information and assistance services $100,000
15.Amend contract 32000240 add $410,389 total $1,394,167 with BUSD for Mental Health MHSA-Funded Programs
16.Participation agreement for grant $42,609 with Greater Bay Area Regional Patnership Workforce, Education and Training – CA Mental Health Services Authority
17.Accept donation $175,000 for Berkeley meals on wheels program
18.Contract add $750,000 with Robert Half International/Protiviti for Professional Services, for Fire Dept, Fire Administration, Prevention Wildland Urban Interface, Emergency Medical Services and Training and Information Technology for FY 2023 using GSA purchasing vehicle no. GS-35F-280X
19.Amend contract 32000281 add $165,000 total $892,821 with ConvergeOne for on-site Avaya Administration and Support and extend to 6/30/2024
20.Amend contract 32000223 add $50,000 total $299,500 with Gray Quarter, Inc for Accela Professional Services
21.Adoption of Berkeley Building Codes, including amendments to CA Building Standards Code,
22.Re-enactment f the Berkeley Housing Code
23.Revenue Grant Contract $74,449 State of CA Alcoholic Beverage Control
24.Reappointment of Andrea Prichett and Edward Opton to Mental Health Commissions
25.Kesarwani – Referral to CM to conduct an automatic traffic calming review for the area immediately surrounding the project at 1201-1205 San Pablo Avenue
26.Taplin co-sponsor Harrison, Hahn – Refer to budget process $500,000 for local down payment assistance and closing cost assistance revolving loan fund pilot program providing 3rd lien qualifying applicants in a racial equity and reparative justice framework
27.Taplin, co-sponsor Wengraf – Refer to CM implementation No Right on Red signs to all intersections with traffic lights
28.Bartlett, co-sponsors Arreguin, Hahn – Budget referral $150,000 to support recovery and renovations of La Pena Cultural Center,
29.Bartlett, Arreguin, co-sponsors Harrison, Hahn – Budget referral $50,000 to support completion of affordable housing renovation at 1638 Stuart
30.Harrison – Resolution supporting local implementation of SB 379 for online instant solar permits and apply for grants and automated solar permitting platforms to reduce permit review time for solar and battery storage systems
ACTION:
31.Harriet Tubman Terrace Tenant Support (continued from Oct 11, 2022)
32.Accept annual Surveillance Technology Reports ALPR, GPS trackers, Body Worn Cameras, Unmanned Aerial Vehicles and the street level imagery project
33.ZAB Appeal 2018 Blake UP ZP2021-0095 6-story multi-family residential building with 12 units (continued from Oct 11, 2022 council meeting)
34.ZAB Appeal 1643-1647 California UP ZP2021-0001 create new lower basement level, new 2nd story and modify existing duplex layout resulting in 3,763 sq ft duplex,
35.Fair Workweek Ordinance (continued from Oct 11, 2022)
36.Energy Commission (energy commission dissolved and merged into Environment and Climate Commission) recommendation staff pilot projects in EV, EV charging infrastructure, building electrification, referral went to budget committee with no action sent back to council
INFORMATION REPORTS
37.FY 2023 Civic Arts Grants Awards
38.Fire Prevention Inspections Audit Status Report
39.Update: HR Response: Audit Directive(s) for Comprehensive Domestic Violence Policy to Support City Employees
40.LPO NOD 2065 Kittredge
41.Audit Status Report: Underfunded Mandate: Resources, Strategic Plan and Communication Needed to Continue Progress towards the Year 2020 Zero Waste Goal
42.Audit Status Report: Unified Vision Zero Waste Activities Will Help Align Service Levels with Billing and Ensure Customer Equity
43.Audit Status Reports: Lease Audit: Conflict Directives Hinder Contract Oversight
44.Audit Status Reports: Fleet Replacement Fund Short Millions & Rocky Road: Berkeley Streets At Risk and Significantly Underfunded
45.Audit Recommendation Status – Data Analysis of City of Berkeley’s Police Response
46.Audit Recommendation Status – 911 Dispatchers: Understaffing Leads to Excessive Overtime and Low Morale
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LAND USE CALENDAR:
Public Hearing to be scheduled
2018 Blake (construct multi-family residential building) 11/3/2022
1643-47 California (new basement and 2nd story) 11/3/2022
2065 Kittredge (construct 8-story, mixed use building) TBD
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with the End of the Appeal Period
Bad news on tracking approved projects in the appeal period. Samantha Updegrave, Zoning Officer, Principal Planner wrote the listing of projects in the appeal period can only be found by looking up each project individually through permits online by address or permit number https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/2022-03/Online-Building-Permits-Guide.pdf
The website with easy to find listing of projects in the appeal period was left on the “cutting room floor” another casualty of the conversion to the new City of Berkeley website.
Here is the old website link, Please ask for it to be restored.
WORKSESSIONS and SPECIAL MEETINGS:
African American Holistic Resource Center November 15 at 4 pm
Unscheduled Presentations
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Fire Facilities Study Report
Civic Center Vision Project (March 2023)
Local Pandemic/Endemic Update Report
October 23 - October 30, 2022
Worth Noting:
The Housing Element has been revised and gave us one week to respond. The deadline to respond to the revision is Tuesday, October 25. The Housing Element is the plan to add 19,098 housing units to Berkeley with an estimated 47,443 new residents to fill those units. The first round stated there was no significant impact to Berkeley with adding all these units and new residents except for the additional units to be added to the high fire zones where adding people would generate significant impact and declared impacts were unavoidable and new housing should be added anyway.
Monday at 4 pm Ann Riley presents on daylighting/restoring urban creeks and civic center park (this is my go to meeting of the week). The Housing Element drop in hours are 12 – 2 pm and Zero waste is at 7 pm.
Tuesday the Police Accountability Board meets at 7 pm this is a switch from the usual meeting night. Council is off. Tuesday is the last day to respond to the Housing Element. which now contains revisions and additions
Wednesday the 4 x 4 Committee meets at 3 pm, the Commission on Disability and Telegraph Ave redesign are at 6 pm. The flyer states the Telegraph redesign is from Dwight going south to Woolsey. The Disaster and Fire Safety Commission meets at 7 pm.
Thursday the Mental Health Commission meets at 7 pm.
The next council meeting is November 3. The Agenda (includes Fair Work Week) is available for comment.
Don’t forget to check for meetings posted on short notice at https://berkeleyca.gov/
If you don’t already have your ballot, Monday, October 24, 2022 is the last day for California residents to register to vote for the November 8, 2022 election. You can register online and/or check your registration status at https://registertovote.ca.gov/
Monday, October 24, 2022
ANN RILEY Urban Creek Restoration and Strawberry Creek in Civic Center Park at 4 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89650380469
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 896 5038 0469
AGENDA: Ann Riley https://islandpress.org/author/ann-l-riley expert in urban creek restoration will present urban on creek restoration, daylighting urban creeks and what this could mean for the Civic Center Park where Strawberry Creek is culverted.
Community for a Cultural Civic Center https://berkeleycccc.org/
HOUSING ELEMENT DROP-IN OFFICE HOURS at 12 – 2 pm
Register for drop-in office hours and Feedback Form are at https://bit.ly/RevisedHousingElementForm
AGENDA: Revised Draft 2023 – 2031 Housing element, last day to provide comment on revised draft Tuesday, October 25. Revised draft 605 pages the online feedback form is by chapter.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/housing-element-drop-office-hours
ZERO WASTE COMMISSION at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/s/82587046286
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 825 8704 6286
AGENDA: 6. Staff updates on Zero Waste Management Strategic Plan, CEQA Process for Transfer Station Replacement, Single-Use Foodware Ordinance, SB 1383 Implementation, Discussion/Action: 1. Change of date and time of Zero Waste Commission meeting, 2. Recommendation that Council requires staff to bring rate modification proposals and analyses to Zero Waste Commission evaluation prior to bringing them to council, 4. ZW Division staffing changes.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zero-waste-commission
Tuesday, October 25, 2022
DEADLINE to Respond to revised Housing Element https://berkeleyca.gov/construction-development/land-use-development/general-plan-and-area-plans/housing-element-update
POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD at 7 pm (this is not an error the meeting is on Tuesday)
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82237902987
Teleconference: 1-699-900-6833 Meeting ID: 822 3790 2987
AGENDA: 3. Public comment on agenda and non-agenda items, 7. Chief report, 8. Subcommittee Reports a. Regulations, b. Controlled Equipment, c. Police chief process, 9. Finalize Regulations for handling complaints, 10. Public comment regarding 11.a. Discussion on Policy Complaint #31 regarding BMC 2.00 and BPD Policy 1106 – Special Order 2020-0006, 11.b. PAB member stipends, c. PAB policy priorities.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
Wednesday, October 26, 2022
4 x 4 JOINT TASK FORCE COMMITTEE ON HOUSING city council/rent board at 3 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82899637076?pwd=MlZzdFNDTVlBTFBBZ1NNeDRwbmpWdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 828 9963 7076 Passcode: 272220
AGENDA: 6. Discussion and possible action to consider recommendation regarding amendments to the Demolition Ordinance, 7. Discussion enforcement of Short-Term Rentals.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/4x4-joint-task-force-committee-housing
COMMISSION on DISABILITY (COD) at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85386530998?pwd=TU5lSitjTmlabGJPMzhFSFdqV3hHZz09
Teleconference: 1-699-900-9128 Meeting ID: 853 8653 0998 Passcode: 464290
AGENDA: no action items, Discussion items: 1. Inclusive Disaster Registry, 2. Accessibility of Voicemail System, 3. Public Participation in COD, $. Berkeley Bike Plan, 5. Data, Outreach, & Access to Persons with Disabilities, 6. IKE Smart Kiosks.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-disability
DISASTER and FIRE SAFETY COMMISSION at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1619573531
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 161 957 3531
AGENDA: 4. Commission Minutes Format Including the Staff Report, 5. Adoption of the Berkeley Fire Code Update, 6. Measure FF and Measure GG Budget Follow Up, 7. Workplan, 8. Firefighter and Staff recruitment strategies.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/disaster-and-fire-safety-commission
REDESIGNING TELEGRAPH AVE COMMUNITY MEETING at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88653151157
Teleconference: Meeting ID:
AGENDA: Project location Telegraph Ave Dwight to Woolsey
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/news/oct-26-learn-and-give-input-plans-redesign-telegraph-avenue
Thursday, October 27, 2022
MENTAL HEALTH COMMISSION at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85337202554
Teleconference: 1-699-900-9128 Meeting ID: 853 3720 2554
AGENDA: 3. Bridge to SCU and SCU update, 4. Mental Health Resources & Services for Children & Youth, 5. Youth Mental Health Subcommittee report, 6. Commission Secretary Recognition, 8. Retreat Training for January 2023, 9. Stiavetti Case and Incompetency to Stand Trial, 10. Diversion Discussion and possible action.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/mental-health-commission
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November 3, 2022 CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84033716377
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5256 (toll free) Meeting ID: 840 3371 6377
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
send comments to [email protected]
AGENDA CONSENT:
1.2nd reading Ordinance adding BMC Chapter 13.09 Prohibiting Discriminatory Reports to Law Enforcement
2.2nd reading Amendments to Zoning Ordinance Amusement Arcades
3.COVID – review and ratify need for continuing emergency
4.Continue to meet via videoconference
5.2022 Annual Commission Attendance and Meeting Frequency Report
6.Amend contract 32200039 add $72,000 total $117,000 and extend to 12/31/2023 with Townsend Public Affairs for legislative and funding advocacy strategy (lobbying)
7.Amend contract 32100186 add $144,000 total $354,000 with Mildred Howard to increase size of public art commission to 11 ft tall at Adeline and MLK triangular green space
8.Renew Solano BID (business improvement district) for 2023
9.Formal bid solicitations and RFP $75,000
10.Contract $80,000 with Restoration Family Counseling Center for counseling, education, support
11.Amend contract 32200227 add $60,000 total $220,000 with Fire Aside for Mobile Vegetation Inspection Software
12.Amend contract 32200083 add $500,000 total $1,400,000 with Ganey Scientific for project management and consulting for Fire Dept.
13.Purchase Order $1,700,000 with Bauer Compressors Inc. for Self-contained breathing apparatus and related accessories
14.Revenue Contracts FY 2023 Aging services Programs, congregate meals $40,000, home delivered meals $84,000, family caregiver $41,383, Senior center activities $30,000, information and assistance services $100,000
15.Amend contract 32000240 add $410,389 total $1,394,167 with BUSD for Mental Health MHSA-Funded Programs
16.Participation agreement for grant $42,609 with Greater Bay Area Regional Patnership Workforce, Education and Training – CA Mental Health Services Authority
17.Accept donation $175,000 for Berkeley meals on wheels program
18.Contract add $750,000 with Robert Half International/Protiviti for Professional Services, for Fire Dept, Fire Administration, Prevention Wildland Urban Interface, Emergency Medical Services and Training and Information Technology for FY 2023 using GSA purchasing vehicle no. GS-35F-280X
19.Amend contract 32000281 add $165,000 total $892,821 with ConvergeOne for on-site Avaya Administration and Support and extend to 6/30/2024
20.Amend contract 32000223 add $50,000 total $299,500 with Gray Quarter, Inc for Accela Professional Services
21.Adoption of Berkeley Building Codes, including amendments to CA Building Standards Code,
22.Re-enactment f the Berkeley Housing Code
23.Revenue Grant Contract $74,449 State of CA Alcoholic Beverage Control
24.Reappointment of Andrea Prichett and Edward Opton to Mental Health Commissions
25.Kesarwani – Referral to CM to conduct an automatic traffic calming review for the area immediately surrounding the project at 1201-1205 San Pablo Avenue
26.Taplin co-sponsor Harrison, Hahn – Refer to budget process $500,000 for local down payment assistance and closing cost assistance revolving loan fund pilot program providing 3rd lien qualifying applicants in a racial equity and reparative justice framework
27.Taplin, co-sponsor Wengraf – Refer to CM implementation No Right on Red signs to all intersections with traffic lights
28.Bartlett, co-sponsors Arreguin, Hahn – Budget referral $150,000 to support recovery and renovations of La Pena Cultural Center,
29.Bartlett, Arreguin, co-sponsors Harrison, Hahn – Budget referral $50,000 to support completion of affordable housing renovation at 1638 Stuart
30.Harrison – Resolution supporting local implementation of SB 379 for online instant solar permits and apply for grants and automated solar permitting platforms to reduce permit review time for solar and battery storage systems
ACTION:
31.Harriet Tubman Terrace Tenant Support (continued from Oct 11, 2022)
32.Accept annual Surveillance Technology Reports ALPR, GPS trackers, Body Worn Cameras, Unmanned Aerial Vehicles and the street level imagery project
33.ZAB Appeal 2018 Blake UP ZP2021-0095 6-story multi-family residential building with 12 units (continued from Oct 11, 2022 council meeting)
34.ZAB Appeal 1643-1647 California UP ZP2021-0001 create new lower basement level, new 2nd story and modify existing duplex layout resulting in 3,763 sq ft duplex,
35.Fair Workweek Ordinance (continued from Oct 11, 2022
36.Energy Commission (energy commission dissolved and merged into Environment and Climate Commission) recommendation staff pilot projects in EV, EV charging infrastructure, building electrification, referral went to budget committee with no action sent back to council
INFORMATION REPORTS
37.FY 2023 Civic Arts Grants Awards
38.Fire Prevention Inspections Audit Status Report
39.Update: HR Response: Audit Directive(s) for Comprehensive Domestic Violence Policy to Support City Employees
40.LPO NOD 2065 Kittredge
41.Audit Status Report: Underfunded Mandate: Resources, Strategic Plan and Communication Needed to Continue Progress towards the Year 2020 Zero Waste Goal
42.Audit Status Report: Unified Vision Zero Waste Activities Will Help Align Service Levels with Billing and Ensure Customer Equity
43.Audit Status Reports: Lease Audit: Conflict Directives Hinder Contract Oversight
44.Audit Status Reports: Fleet Replacement Fund Short Millions & Rocky Road: Berkeley Streets At Risk and Significantly Underfunded
45.Audit Recommendation Status – Data Analysis of City of Berkeley’s Police Response
46.Audit Recommendation Status – 911 Dispatchers: Understaffing Leads to Excessive Overtime and Low Morale
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LAND USE CALENDAR:
Public Hearing to be scheduled
2018 Blake (construct multi-family residential building) 11/3/2022
1643-47 California (new basement and 2nd story) 11/3/2022
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with the End of the Appeal Period
Bad news on tracking approved projects in the appeal period. Samantha Updegrave, Zoning Officer, Principal Planner wrote the listing of projects in the appeal period can only be found by looking up each project individually through permits online by address or permit number https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/2022-03/Online-Building-Permits-Guide.pdf
The website with easy to find listing of projects in the appeal period was left on the “cutting room floor” another casualty of the conversion to the new City of Berkeley website.
Here is the old website link, Please ask for it to be restored.
WORKSESSIONS and SPECIAL MEETINGS:
African American Holistic Resource Center November 15 at 4 pm
Unscheduled Presentations
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Fire Facilities Study Report
Civic Center Vision Project (March 2023)
Worth Noting:
The Housing Element has been revised and gave us one week to respond. The deadline to respond to the revision is Tuesday, October 25. The Housing Element is the plan to add 19,098 housing units to Berkeley with an estimated 47,443 new residents to fill those units. The first round stated there was no significant impact to Berkeley with adding all these units and new residents except for the additional units to be added to the high fire zones where adding people would generate significant impact and declared impacts were unavoidable and new housing should be added anyway.
Monday at 4 pm Ann Riley presents on daylighting/restoring urban creeks and civic center park (this is my go to meeting of the week). The Housing Element drop in hours are 12 – 2 pm and Zero waste is at 7 pm.
Tuesday the Police Accountability Board meets at 7 pm this is a switch from the usual meeting night. Council is off. Tuesday is the last day to respond to the Housing Element. which now contains revisions and additions
Wednesday the 4 x 4 Committee meets at 3 pm, the Commission on Disability and Telegraph Ave redesign are at 6 pm. The flyer states the Telegraph redesign is from Dwight going south to Woolsey. The Disaster and Fire Safety Commission meets at 7 pm.
Thursday the Mental Health Commission meets at 7 pm.
The next council meeting is November 3. The Agenda (includes Fair Work Week) is available for comment.
Don’t forget to check for meetings posted on short notice at https://berkeleyca.gov/
If you don’t already have your ballot, Monday, October 24, 2022 is the last day for California residents to register to vote for the November 8, 2022 election. You can register online and/or check your registration status at https://registertovote.ca.gov/
Monday, October 24, 2022
ANN RILEY Urban Creek Restoration and Strawberry Creek in Civic Center Park at 4 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89650380469
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 896 5038 0469
AGENDA: Ann Riley https://islandpress.org/author/ann-l-riley expert in urban creek restoration will present urban on creek restoration, daylighting urban creeks and what this could mean for the Civic Center Park where Strawberry Creek is culverted.
Community for a Cultural Civic Center https://berkeleycccc.org/
HOUSING ELEMENT DROP-IN OFFICE HOURS at 12 – 2 pm
Register for drop-in office hours and Feedback Form are at https://bit.ly/RevisedHousingElementForm
AGENDA: Revised Draft 2023 – 2031 Housing element, last day to provide comment on revised draft Tuesday, October 25. Revised draft 605 pages the online feedback form is by chapter.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/housing-element-drop-office-hours
ZERO WASTE COMMISSION at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/s/82587046286
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 825 8704 6286
AGENDA: 6. Staff updates on Zero Waste Management Strategic Plan, CEQA Process for Transfer Station Replacement, Single-Use Foodware Ordinance, SB 1383 Implementation, Discussion/Action: 1. Change of date and time of Zero Waste Commission meeting, 2. Recommendation that Council requires staff to bring rate modification proposals and analyses to Zero Waste Commission evaluation prior to bringing them to council, 4. ZW Division staffing changes.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zero-waste-commission
Tuesday, October 25, 2022
DEADLINE to Respond to revised Housing Element https://berkeleyca.gov/construction-development/land-use-development/general-plan-and-area-plans/housing-element-update
POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD at 7 pm (this is not an error the meeting is on Tuesday)
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82237902987
Teleconference: 1-699-900-6833 Meeting ID: 822 3790 2987
AGENDA: 3. Public comment on agenda and non-agenda items, 7. Chief report, 8. Subcommittee Reports a. Regulations, b. Controlled Equipment, c. Police chief process, 9. Finalize Regulations for handling complaints, 10. Public comment regarding 11.a. Discussion on Policy Complaint #31 regarding BMC 2.00 and BPD Policy 1106 – Special Order 2020-0006, 11.b. PAB member stipends, c. PAB policy priorities.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
Wednesday, October 26, 2022
4 x 4 JOINT TASK FORCE COMMITTEE ON HOUSING city council/rent board at 3 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82899637076?pwd=MlZzdFNDTVlBTFBBZ1NNeDRwbmpWdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 828 9963 7076 Passcode: 272220
AGENDA: 6. Discussion and possible action to consider recommendation regarding amendments to the Demolition Ordinance, 7. Discussion enforcement of Short-Term Rentals.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/4x4-joint-task-force-committee-housing
COMMISSION on DISABILITY (COD) at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85386530998?pwd=TU5lSitjTmlabGJPMzhFSFdqV3hHZz09
Teleconference: 1-699-900-9128 Meeting ID: 853 8653 0998 Passcode: 464290
AGENDA: no action items, Discussion items: 1. Inclusive Disaster Registry, 2. Accessibility of Voicemail System, 3. Public Participation in COD, $. Berkeley Bike Plan, 5. Data, Outreach, & Access to Persons with Disabilities, 6. IKE Smart Kiosks.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-disability
DISASTER and FIRE SAFETY COMMISSION at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1619573531
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 161 957 3531
AGENDA: 4. Commission Minutes Format Including the Staff Report, 5. Adoption of the Berkeley Fire Code Update, 6. Measure FF and Measure GG Budget Follow Up, 7. Workplan, 8. Firefighter and Staff recruitment strategies.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/disaster-and-fire-safety-commission
REDESIGNING TELEGRAPH AVE COMMUNITY MEETING at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88653151157
Teleconference: Meeting ID:
AGENDA: Project location Telegraph Ave Dwight to Woolsey
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/news/oct-26-learn-and-give-input-plans-redesign-telegraph-avenue
Thursday, October 27, 2022
MENTAL HEALTH COMMISSION at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85337202554
Teleconference: 1-699-900-9128 Meeting ID: 853 3720 2554
AGENDA: 3. Bridge to SCU and SCU update, 4. Mental Health Resources & Services for Children & Youth, 5. Youth Mental Health Subcommittee report, 6. Commission Secretary Recognition, 8. Retreat Training for January 2023, 9. Stiavetti Case and Incompetency to Stand Trial, 10. Diversion Discussion and possible action.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/mental-health-commission
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November 3, 2022 CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84033716377
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5256 (toll free) Meeting ID: 840 3371 6377
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
send comments to [email protected]
AGENDA CONSENT:
1.2nd reading Ordinance adding BMC Chapter 13.09 Prohibiting Discriminatory Reports to Law Enforcement
2.2nd reading Amendments to Zoning Ordinance Amusement Arcades
3.COVID – review and ratify need for continuing emergency
4.Continue to meet via videoconference
5.2022 Annual Commission Attendance and Meeting Frequency Report
6.Amend contract 32200039 add $72,000 total $117,000 and extend to 12/31/2023 with Townsend Public Affairs for legislative and funding advocacy strategy (lobbying)
7.Amend contract 32100186 add $144,000 total $354,000 with Mildred Howard to increase size of public art commission to 11 ft tall at Adeline and MLK triangular green space
8.Renew Solano BID (business improvement district) for 2023
9.Formal bid solicitations and RFP $75,000
10.Contract $80,000 with Restoration Family Counseling Center for counseling, education, support
11.Amend contract 32200227 add $60,000 total $220,000 with Fire Aside for Mobile Vegetation Inspection Software
12.Amend contract 32200083 add $500,000 total $1,400,000 with Ganey Scientific for project management and consulting for Fire Dept.
13.Purchase Order $1,700,000 with Bauer Compressors Inc. for Self-contained breathing apparatus and related accessories
14.Revenue Contracts FY 2023 Aging services Programs, congregate meals $40,000, home delivered meals $84,000, family caregiver $41,383, Senior center activities $30,000, information and assistance services $100,000
15.Amend contract 32000240 add $410,389 total $1,394,167 with BUSD for Mental Health MHSA-Funded Programs
16.Participation agreement for grant $42,609 with Greater Bay Area Regional Patnership Workforce, Education and Training – CA Mental Health Services Authority
17.Accept donation $175,000 for Berkeley meals on wheels program
18.Contract add $750,000 with Robert Half International/Protiviti for Professional Services, for Fire Dept, Fire Administration, Prevention Wildland Urban Interface, Emergency Medical Services and Training and Information Technology for FY 2023 using GSA purchasing vehicle no. GS-35F-280X
19.Amend contract 32000281 add $165,000 total $892,821 with ConvergeOne for on-site Avaya Administration and Support and extend to 6/30/2024
20.Amend contract 32000223 add $50,000 total $299,500 with Gray Quarter, Inc for Accela Professional Services
21.Adoption of Berkeley Building Codes, including amendments to CA Building Standards Code,
22.Re-enactment f the Berkeley Housing Code
23.Revenue Grant Contract $74,449 State of CA Alcoholic Beverage Control
24.Reappointment of Andrea Prichett and Edward Opton to Mental Health Commissions
25.Kesarwani – Referral to CM to conduct an automatic traffic calming review for the area immediately surrounding the project at 1201-1205 San Pablo Avenue
26.Taplin co-sponsor Harrison, Hahn – Refer to budget process $500,000 for local down payment assistance and closing cost assistance revolving loan fund pilot program providing 3rd lien qualifying applicants in a racial equity and reparative justice framework
27.Taplin, co-sponsor Wengraf – Refer to CM implementation No Right on Red signs to all intersections with traffic lights
28.Bartlett, co-sponsors Arreguin, Hahn – Budget referral $150,000 to support recovery and renovations of La Pena Cultural Center,
29.Bartlett, Arreguin, co-sponsors Harrison, Hahn – Budget referral $50,000 to support completion of affordable housing renovation at 1638 Stuart
30.Harrison – Resolution supporting local implementation of SB 379 for online instant solar permits and apply for grants and automated solar permitting platforms to reduce permit review time for solar and battery storage systems
ACTION:
31.Harriet Tubman Terrace Tenant Support (continued from Oct 11, 2022)
32.Accept annual Surveillance Technology Reports ALPR, GPS trackers, Body Worn Cameras, Unmanned Aerial Vehicles and the street level imagery project
33.ZAB Appeal 2018 Blake UP ZP2021-0095 6-story multi-family residential building with 12 units (continued from Oct 11, 2022 council meeting)
34.ZAB Appeal 1643-1647 California UP ZP2021-0001 create new lower basement level, new 2nd story and modify existing duplex layout resulting in 3,763 sq ft duplex,
35.Fair Workweek Ordinance (continued from Oct 11, 2022
36.Energy Commission (energy commission dissolved and merged into Environment and Climate Commission) recommendation staff pilot projects in EV, EV charging infrastructure, building electrification, referral went to budget committee with no action sent back to council
INFORMATION REPORTS
37.FY 2023 Civic Arts Grants Awards
38.Fire Prevention Inspections Audit Status Report
39.Update: HR Response: Audit Directive(s) for Comprehensive Domestic Violence Policy to Support City Employees
40.LPO NOD 2065 Kittredge
41.Audit Status Report: Underfunded Mandate: Resources, Strategic Plan and Communication Needed to Continue Progress towards the Year 2020 Zero Waste Goal
42.Audit Status Report: Unified Vision Zero Waste Activities Will Help Align Service Levels with Billing and Ensure Customer Equity
43.Audit Status Reports: Lease Audit: Conflict Directives Hinder Contract Oversight
44.Audit Status Reports: Fleet Replacement Fund Short Millions & Rocky Road: Berkeley Streets At Risk and Significantly Underfunded
45.Audit Recommendation Status – Data Analysis of City of Berkeley’s Police Response
46.Audit Recommendation Status – 911 Dispatchers: Understaffing Leads to Excessive Overtime and Low Morale
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LAND USE CALENDAR:
Public Hearing to be scheduled
2018 Blake (construct multi-family residential building) 11/3/2022
1643-47 California (new basement and 2nd story) 11/3/2022
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with the End of the Appeal Period
Bad news on tracking approved projects in the appeal period. Samantha Updegrave, Zoning Officer, Principal Planner wrote the listing of projects in the appeal period can only be found by looking up each project individually through permits online by address or permit number https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/2022-03/Online-Building-Permits-Guide.pdf
The website with easy to find listing of projects in the appeal period was left on the “cutting room floor” another casualty of the conversion to the new City of Berkeley website.
Here is the old website link, Please ask for it to be restored.
WORKSESSIONS and SPECIAL MEETINGS:
African American Holistic Resource Center November 15 at 4 pm
Unscheduled Presentations
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Fire Facilities Study Report
Civic Center Vision Project (March 2023)
October 16 - October 23, 2022
Worth Noting:
Sunday October 16 is the Bird Festival with events from 8 am – 8 pm. Field trips start at 8 am.
Monday smartspace goberkeley pay for parking starts in Southside https://smartspace.goberkeley.info/
Civic Center (CCCC) meeting is at noon, Council Agenda Committee planning for November 3 regular council meeting is at 2:30 pm (the proposed agenda is packed), Civic Arts Policy subcommittee meets at 4 pm (Bayer and STEAM) and the Peace and Justice Commission (on Lisjan/Ohlone and Shellmound) meets at 7 pm.
Tuesday – council meets in closed session Thursday not Tuesday and no other city meetings were found
Wednesday the Commission on Aging meets at 1:30 pm (Hopkins Corridor), the Environment and Climate Commission meets at 5 pm, the Civic Arts Commission meets at 6 pm, EBMUD presents desalination webinar at 6 pm, Human Welfare Commission and BOLT meet at 6:30 pm and the Planning Commission on Bird Safe Glass and Rent Stabilization Board meet at 7 pm.
Thursday the annual Earthquake drill is at 10:20 am, Council meets in closed session at 3 pm, the Fair Campaign and Open Government Commission meets at 6 pm and the Design Review Committee (1820 San Pablo) and Transportation and Infrastructure Commission (Ashby BART on the Agenda) both meet at 7 pm.
Don’t forget to check for meetings posted on short notice https://berkeleyca.gov/ No meetings found for Friday, Saturday or Sunday October 23.
The Comment Period ends October 17, 2022 at 5 pm for the Housing Element Draft Environmental Impact Report (DEIR). The DEIR is a plan for adding 19,098 housing units not the RHNA 8,934. As stated at the Planning Commission in the presentation, the larger number is to push changing zoning in the City of Berkeley. The document including appendices is over 500 pages.
https://berkeleyca.gov/construction-development/land-use-development/general-plan-and-area-plans/housing-element-update
Last day to register to vote is October 24 for the November 8, 2022 election. You should have your ballot by now, if it hasn’t arrived check your registration at https://voterstatus.sos.ca.gov/
Sunday, October 16, 2022
BERKELEY BIRD FESTIVAL at 8 am – 8 pm
Check website for events schedules https://berkeleybirdfestival.org/
Events include birding field trips, origami, drawing and painting, making a bird house, garden tours, slideshow, exhibits, focused events for kids/family
Monday, October 17, 2022
COMMUNITY for a CULTURAL CIVIC CENTER (CCCC) at 12 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84610947314?pwd=MytWamtoR1VRSU5WMEZEclZyOEJNdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 896 5038 0469
AGENDA: Focusing on reactions to Sept 29 meeting and next steps
https://berkeleycccc.org/
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84245795906
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5256 (toll free) Meeting ID: 842 4579 5906
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 11/3//2022 draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda after list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council workssessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review: 8. COVID, Unscheduled Items: 9. Discussion Regarding Design and Strengthening of Policy Committees, 10. Supporting Commissions, Guidance on Legislative Proposals.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
PEACE AND JUSTICE COMMISSION MEETING at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83755415244
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 837 5541 5244
AGENDA: Discussion/Action: 7. Discussion with Ms. Corrina Gould – Spokeswoman and Tribal Chair of the Confederated Villages of Lisjan/Ohlone Indigenous Leader(s) on the Berkeley Shellmound, 8. Review of work on abortion and reproductive rights access study, 9. Seating needed in Berkeley post offices.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/peace-and-justice-commission
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION POLICY SUBCOMMITTEE at 4 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1614814323
Teleconference: Meeting ID:
AGENDA: 5. a) Bayer Community Benefit – arts Education and STEAM best practices, b) Poet Laureate
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
Tuesday, October 18, 2022 – no city meetings found
Wednesday, October 19, 2022
BOARD OF LIBRARY TRUSTEES (BOLT) at 6:30
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86042306505
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 860-4230-6505
AGENDA: III.A. Nominations, B. Gift and Donation Policy Update.
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION at 6 pm
Videoconference:
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 Meeting ID: 160 759 2269
AGENDA: 6. Presentations, Discussion & Action Items a) FY 24 Grant Guidelines, b) FY 24 Festivals Grant Guidelines, c) FY 24 Individual Artist Projects Grant Guidelines, d) Revised Homelessness Social Practice Project Plan, e) Establish Commissioner representatives on Civic Center Committee.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
COMMISSION ON AGING at 1:30 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1614800144
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 161 4800 144
AGENDA: 4. 2nd vote on letters to council regarding e-scooters and appointments to Commission on Aging, 5. Letter to council on participating in reconsideration of Hopkins Corridor Project, 6. Request funding ½ time coordinator position of Age Friendly Continuum, 7. Pedestrian concern Shattuck and Oregon intersection, 8. Personal deliverer devices (PDD).
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-aging
ENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATE at 5 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83135581455
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 831 3558 1455
AGENDA: Discussion and Action items: 8. Reconsideration of recommendations from former energy commission and CEAC, 9. Electric Mobility Roadmap Implementation, 10. Berkeley Existing Building Electrification 11. Zero-emission Vehicle parking support letter, 12. Discussion Gas Station Ban and EV charging expansion.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/environment-and-climate-commission
HUMAN WELFARE AND COMMUNITY ACTION COMMISION at 6:30 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/4863098496
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 486 309 8496
AGENDA: Action Items 5. CSBG funding, 6. A. McGee Avenue Baptist Church program and financial records, Discussion/possible action: 8. Senior housing and programs, 9. Pathways, 10. Requirements for contracted non-profit service providers and transparency of grant reports, 11. Eligibility for services as representative for the poor, 12. Accessibility and availability of materials on City website, 13. Accessibility quality assessment program to handle non-conforming public facilities and complaints from seniors and disabled people over substandard services or services not provided.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/human-welfare-and-community-action-commission
PLANNING COMMISSION at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88536315053
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 885 3631 5053
AGENDA: 9. Bird Safe Berkeley Requirements, 10. Public Hearing Zoning Ordinance technical edits, 11. Public Hearing Demolition Ordinance.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/planning-commission
RENT STABILIZATION BOARD MEETING at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89390391286?pwd=LzZ1VEh3T0FMWDdGWXdMS1lTZjA2UT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 893 9039 1286 Passcode: 936779
AGENDA: 7. Appeal Case No. T-5929 2208 MLK Jr Way #6 (will start no sooner than 8 pm), 8. Action items b. modify scope of contract with Kinnectics, LLC and add $300,000 for current fiscal year, c. AGA (Annual General Adjustment) 4.4%, d. Increase 2023 relocation assistance payments for Owner Move-in Ellis Act evictions by 6.8%
https://rentboard.berkeleyca.gov/elected-rent-board/rent-board-meetings
EBMUD Water Wednesdays DEMYSTIFYING DESAL at 6 – 7 pm
Register: tinyurl.com/3j2r7kmn
AGENDA: Challenges of desalination
https://www.ebmud.com/about-us/education-resources/water-wednesday
Thursday, October 20, 2022
ANNUAL EARTHQUAKE DRILL at 10:20 am
Link to State of California webpage and Earthquake alerts https://earthquake.ca.gov/
Berkeley webpage for event
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/news/practice-earthquake-oct-20-drop-cover-and-hold-shakeout-earthquake-drill
CITY COUNCIL CLOSED Session at 3 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89720143895
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 897 2014 3895
AGENDA: 1. Conference with legal counsel pending litigation, Workers Comp Appeals Board a. Case No. ADJ15205205 and b. Case No. ADJ12548950
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83381275701
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 833 8127 5701
AGENDA: 1. 2213 Fourth Street – Final Design Follow-up – demolish 3 existing non-residential buildings and one existing duplex and construct new 128,143 sq ft 4 ½ story parking garage with 412 auto parking spaces and one loading space
2. 1820 San Pablo – continued preliminary Design Review – demolish the existing commercial building and construct 4-story, 42,831 sq ft 44 unit mixed-use building with 6,364 sq ft commercial space
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/design-review-committee
TRANSPORTATION AND INFRASTRUCTURE COMMISSION at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81634591168
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 816 3459 1168
AGENDA: 2. Adeline at Ashby BART Project – Action required recommend to City Council to adopt a preferred design concept, 3. Berkeley Strategic (BeST) Plan Update
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/transportation-and-infrastructure-commission
FAIR CAMPAIGN PRACTICES AND OPEN GOVERNMENT COMMISSION at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84333850180
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 843 3385 0180
AGENDA: 6. Report from officeholder accounts subcommittee, 7. City council referral contribution limits,
https://berkeleyca.gov/legislative-body-commission-4
Friday, October 21 & Saturday, October 22 & Sunday, October 23 – no meetings found
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AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Draft agenda for November 3, 2022
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84245795906
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5256 (toll free) Meeting ID: 842 4579 5906
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
AGENDA:
CONSENT:
1.2nd reading Ordinance adding BMC Chapter 13.09 Prohibiting Discriminatory Reports to Law Enforcement
2.2nd reading Amendments to Zoning Ordinance
3.COVID – review and ratify need for continuing emergency
4.Continue to meet via videoconference
5.2022 Annual Commission Attendance and Meeting Frequency Report
6.Amend contract 32200039 add $72,000 total $117,000 and extend to 12/31/2023 with Townsend Public Affairs for legislative and funding advocacy strategy (lobbying)
7.Amend contract 32100186 add $144,000 total $354,000 with Mildred Howard to increase size of public art commission to 11 ft tall at Adeline and MLK triangular green space
8.Renew Solano BID (business improvement district) for 2023
9.Formal bid solicitations and RFP $75,000
10.Contract $250,000 with Robert Half International/Protiviti for Professional Services, for Fire Dept, Fire Administration, Prevention Wildland Urban Interface, Emergency Medical Services and Training
11.Contract $80,000 with Restoration Family Counseling Center for counseling, education, support
12.Amend contract 32200227 add $60,000 total $220,000 with Fire Aside for Mobile Vegetation Inspection Software
13.Amend contract 32200083 add $500,000 total $1,400,000 with Ganey Scientific for project management and consulting for Fire Dept.
14.Purchase Order $1,700,000 with Bauer Compressors Inc. for Self-contained breathing apparatus and related accessories
15.Revenue Contracts FY 2023 Aging services Programs, congregate meals $40,000, home delivered meals $84,000, family caregiver $41,383, Senior center activities $30,000, information and assistance services $100,000
16.Amend contract 32000240 add $410,389 total $1,394,167 with BUSD for Mental Health MHSA-Funded Programs
17.Participation agreement for grant $42,609 with Greater Bay Area Regional Patnership Workforce, Education and Training – CA Mental Health Services Authority
18.Accept donation $80,000 for Berkeley meals on wheels program
19.Amend contract add $180,000 total $732,432 with Robert Half International/Protiviti for cyber-resilience projects for FY 2023 using GSA purchasing vehicle
20.Amend contract 32000281 add $165,000 total $892,821 with ConvergeOne for on-site Avaya Administration and Support and extend to 6/30/2024
21.Amend contract 32000223 add $50,000 total $299,500 with Gray Quarter, Inc for Accela Professional Services
22.Adoption of Berkeley Building Codes, including amendments to CA Building Standards Code,
23.Re-enactment f the Berkeley Housing Code
24.Revenue Grant Contract $74,940 State of CA Alcoholic Beverage Control
25.Reappointment of Andrea Prichett and Edward Opton to Mental Health Commissions
26.Taplin – Refer to budget process $500,000 for local down payment assistance and closing cost assistance revolving loan fund pilot program providing 3rd lien qualifying applicants in a racial equity and reparative justice framework
27.Bartlett – Budget referral $150,000 to support recovery and renovations of La Pena Cultural Center,
28.Arreguin – Budget referral $50,000 commitment to completion of affordable housing at 1638 Stuart Street affordable to households earning less than 80% of AMI
29.ZAB Appeal 2018 Blake UP ZP2021-0095 6-story multi-family residential building with 12 units (continued from Oct 11, 2022 council meeting)
30.ZAB Appeal 1643-1647 California UP ZP2021-0001 create new lower basement level, new 2nd story and modify existing duplex layout resulting in 3,763 sq ft duplex,
31.Fair Workweek Ordinance (continued from Oct 11, 2022)
32.Harriet Tubman Terrace Tenant Support (continued from Oct 11, 2022)
ACTION:
33.Accept annual Surveillance Technology Reports ALPR, GPS trackers, Body Worn Cameras, Unmanned Aerial Vehicles and the street evel imagery project
34.a. Disaster and Fire Safety Commission (DFSC) – Measure FF recommended spending on vegetation management for fire prevention 21% FY 2023 and 26% FY 2024, b. CM companion report (response) council reaffirms support of Fire Dept and considers the Commission’s report during the FY 2024 budget process if the DFSC so chooses to resubmit an updated version
35.Energy Commission (energy commission dissolved and merged into Environment and Climate Commission) recommendation staff pilot projects in EV, EV charging infrastructure, building electrification, referral went to budget committee with no action sent back to council
36.Kesarwani – automatic traffic calming review for the area surrounding project at 1201-1205 San Pablo Ave within 6 months after 90% of buildings occupancy
37.Taplin – Budget referral $135,000 - Refer to CM implementation No Right on Red signs to all intersections with traffic lights
38.Harrison – Resolution supporting local implementation of SB 379 for online instant solar permits and apply for grants and automated solar permitting platforms to reduce permit review time for solar and battery storage systems
39.Robinson, co-sponsors Harrison, Bartlett - parking/towing fines & fees reform develop program to offer waivers to low income households, less than 50% AMI
INFORMATION REPORTS
40.FY 2023 Civic Arts Grants Awards
41.Fire Prevention Inspections Audit Status Report
42.Update: HR Response: Audit Directive(s) for Comprehensive Domestic Violence Policy to Support City Employees
43.LPO NOD 2065 Kittredge
44.Audit Status Report: Underfunded Mandate: Resources, Strategic Plan and Communication Needed to Continue Progress towards the Year 2020 Zero Waste Goal
45.Audit Status Report: Unified Vision Zero Waste Activities Will Help Align Service Levels with Billing and Ensure Customer Equity
46.Audit Status Reports: Lease Audit: Conflict Directives Hinder Contract Oversight
47.Audit Status Reports: Fleet Replacement Fund Short Millions & Rocky Road: Berkeley Streets At Risk and Significantly Underfunded
48.Audit Recommendation Status – Data Analysis of City of Berkeley’s Police Response
49.Audit Recommendation Status – 911 Dispatchers: Understaffing Leads to Excessive Overtime and Low Morale
50.Update on BPD efforts related to the Improving Hate Crimes Reporting and Response Referral
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LAND USE CALENDAR:
Public Hearing to be scheduled
2018 Blake (construct multi-family residential building) 11/3/2022
1643-47 California (new basement and 2nd story) 11/3/2022
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with the End of the Appeal Period
Bad news on tracking approved projects in the appeal period. Samantha Updegrave, Zoning Officer, Principal Planner wrote the listing of projects in the appeal period can only be found by looking up each project individually through permits online by address or permit number https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/2022-03/Online-Building-Permits-Guide.pdf
The website with easy to find listing of projects in the appeal period was left on the “cutting room floor” another casualty of the conversion to the new City of Berkeley website.
Here is the old website link, Please ask for it to be restored.
WORKSESSIONS and SPECIAL MEETINGS:
African American Holistic Resource Center November 15 at 4 pm
Unscheduled Presentations
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Fire Facilities Study Report
Civic Center Vision Project (March 2023)
Worth Noting:
Sunday October 16 is the Bird Festival with events from 8 am – 8 pm. Field trips start at 8 am.
Monday smartspace goberkeley pay for parking starts in Southside https://smartspace.goberkeley.info/
Civic Center (CCCC) meeting is at noon, Council Agenda Committee planning for November 3 regular council meeting is at 2:30 pm (the proposed agenda is packed), Civic Arts Policy subcommittee meets at 4 pm (Bayer and STEAM) and the Peace and Justice Commission (on Lisjan/Ohlone and Shellmound) meets at 7 pm.
Tuesday – council meets in closed session Thursday not Tuesday and no other city meetings were found
Wednesday the Commission on Aging meets at 1:30 pm (Hopkins Corridor), the Environment and Climate Commission meets at 5 pm, the Civic Arts Commission meets at 6 pm, EBMUD presents desalination webinar at 6 pm, Human Welfare Commission and BOLT meet at 6:30 pm and the Planning Commission on Bird Safe Glass and Rent Stabilization Board meet at 7 pm.
Thursday the annual Earthquake drill is at 10:20 am, Council meets in closed session at 3 pm, the Fair Campaign and Open Government Commission meets at 6 pm and the Design Review Committee (1820 San Pablo) and Transportation and Infrastructure Commission (Ashby BART on the Agenda) both meet at 7 pm.
Don’t forget to check for meetings posted on short notice https://berkeleyca.gov/ No meetings found for Friday, Saturday or Sunday October 23.
The Comment Period ends October 17, 2022 at 5 pm for the Housing Element Draft Environmental Impact Report (DEIR). The DEIR is a plan for adding 19,098 housing units not the RHNA 8,934. As stated at the Planning Commission in the presentation, the larger number is to push changing zoning in the City of Berkeley. The document including appendices is over 500 pages.
https://berkeleyca.gov/construction-development/land-use-development/general-plan-and-area-plans/housing-element-update
Last day to register to vote is October 24 for the November 8, 2022 election. You should have your ballot by now, if it hasn’t arrived check your registration at https://voterstatus.sos.ca.gov/
Sunday, October 16, 2022
BERKELEY BIRD FESTIVAL at 8 am – 8 pm
Check website for events schedules https://berkeleybirdfestival.org/
Events include birding field trips, origami, drawing and painting, making a bird house, garden tours, slideshow, exhibits, focused events for kids/family
Monday, October 17, 2022
COMMUNITY for a CULTURAL CIVIC CENTER (CCCC) at 12 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84610947314?pwd=MytWamtoR1VRSU5WMEZEclZyOEJNdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 896 5038 0469
AGENDA: Focusing on reactions to Sept 29 meeting and next steps
https://berkeleycccc.org/
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84245795906
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5256 (toll free) Meeting ID: 842 4579 5906
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 11/3//2022 draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda after list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council workssessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review: 8. COVID, Unscheduled Items: 9. Discussion Regarding Design and Strengthening of Policy Committees, 10. Supporting Commissions, Guidance on Legislative Proposals.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
PEACE AND JUSTICE COMMISSION MEETING at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83755415244
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 837 5541 5244
AGENDA: Discussion/Action: 7. Discussion with Ms. Corrina Gould – Spokeswoman and Tribal Chair of the Confederated Villages of Lisjan/Ohlone Indigenous Leader(s) on the Berkeley Shellmound, 8. Review of work on abortion and reproductive rights access study, 9. Seating needed in Berkeley post offices.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/peace-and-justice-commission
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION POLICY SUBCOMMITTEE at 4 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1614814323
Teleconference: Meeting ID:
AGENDA: 5. a) Bayer Community Benefit – arts Education and STEAM best practices, b) Poet Laureate
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
Tuesday, October 18, 2022 – no city meetings found
Wednesday, October 19, 2022
BOARD OF LIBRARY TRUSTEES (BOLT) at 6:30
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86042306505
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 860-4230-6505
AGENDA: III.A. Nominations, B. Gift and Donation Policy Update.
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION at 6 pm
Videoconference:
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 Meeting ID: 160 759 2269
AGENDA: 6. Presentations, Discussion & Action Items a) FY 24 Grant Guidelines, b) FY 24 Festivals Grant Guidelines, c) FY 24 Individual Artist Projects Grant Guidelines, d) Revised Homelessness Social Practice Project Plan, e) Establish Commissioner representatives on Civic Center Committee.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
COMMISSION ON AGING at 1:30 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1614800144
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 161 4800 144
AGENDA: 4. 2nd vote on letters to council regarding e-scooters and appointments to Commission on Aging, 5. Letter to council on participating in reconsideration of Hopkins Corridor Project, 6. Request funding ½ time coordinator position of Age Friendly Continuum, 7. Pedestrian concern Shattuck and Oregon intersection, 8. Personal deliverer devices (PDD).
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-aging
ENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATE at 5 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83135581455
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 831 3558 1455
AGENDA: Discussion and Action items: 8. Reconsideration of recommendations from former energy commission and CEAC, 9. Electric Mobility Roadmap Implementation, 10. Berkeley Existing Building Electrification 11. Zero-emission Vehicle parking support letter, 12. Discussion Gas Station Ban and EV charging expansion.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/environment-and-climate-commission
HUMAN WELFARE AND COMMUNITY ACTION COMMISION at 6:30 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/4863098496
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 486 309 8496
AGENDA: Action Items 5. CSBG funding, 6. A. McGee Avenue Baptist Church program and financial records, Discussion/possible action: 8. Senior housing and programs, 9. Pathways, 10. Requirements for contracted non-profit service providers and transparency of grant reports, 11. Eligibility for services as representative for the poor, 12. Accessibility and availability of materials on City website, 13. Accessibility quality assessment program to handle non-conforming public facilities and complaints from seniors and disabled people over substandard services or services not provided.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/human-welfare-and-community-action-commission
PLANNING COMMISSION at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88536315053
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 885 3631 5053
AGENDA: 9. Bird Safe Berkeley Requirements, 10. Public Hearing Zoning Ordinance technical edits, 11. Public Hearing Demolition Ordinance.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/planning-commission
RENT STABILIZATION BOARD MEETING at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89390391286?pwd=LzZ1VEh3T0FMWDdGWXdMS1lTZjA2UT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 893 9039 1286 Passcode: 936779
AGENDA: 7. Appeal Case No. T-5929 2208 MLK Jr Way #6 (will start no sooner than 8 pm), 8. Action items b. modify scope of contract with Kinnectics, LLC and add $300,000 for current fiscal year, c. AGA (Annual General Adjustment) 4.4%, d. Increase 2023 relocation assistance payments for Owner Move-in Ellis Act evictions by 6.8%
https://rentboard.berkeleyca.gov/elected-rent-board/rent-board-meetings
EBMUD Water Wednesdays DEMYSTIFYING DESAL at 6 – 7 pm
Register: tinyurl.com/3j2r7kmn
AGENDA: Challenges of desalination
https://www.ebmud.com/about-us/education-resources/water-wednesday
Thursday, October 20, 2022
ANNUAL EARTHQUAKE DRILL at 10:20 am
Link to State of California webpage and Earthquake alerts https://earthquake.ca.gov/
Berkeley webpage for event
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/news/practice-earthquake-oct-20-drop-cover-and-hold-shakeout-earthquake-drill
CITY COUNCIL CLOSED Session at 3 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89720143895
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 897 2014 3895
AGENDA: 1. Conference with legal counsel pending litigation, Workers Comp Appeals Board a. Case No. ADJ15205205 and b. Case No. ADJ12548950
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83381275701
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 833 8127 5701
AGENDA: 1. 2213 Fourth Street – Final Design Follow-up – demolish 3 existing non-residential buildings and one existing duplex and construct new 128,143 sq ft 4 ½ story parking garage with 412 auto parking spaces and one loading space
2. 1820 San Pablo – continued preliminary Design Review – demolish the existing commercial building and construct 4-story, 42,831 sq ft 44 unit mixed-use building with 6,364 sq ft commercial space
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/design-review-committee
TRANSPORTATION AND INFRASTRUCTURE COMMISSION at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81634591168
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 816 3459 1168
AGENDA: 2. Adeline at Ashby BART Project – Action required recommend to City Council to adopt a preferred design concept, 3. Berkeley Strategic (BeST) Plan Update
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/transportation-and-infrastructure-commission
FAIR CAMPAIGN PRACTICES AND OPEN GOVERNMENT COMMISSION at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84333850180
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 843 3385 0180
AGENDA: 6. Report from officeholder accounts subcommittee, 7. City council referral contribution limits,
https://berkeleyca.gov/legislative-body-commission-4
Friday, October 21 & Saturday, October 22 & Sunday, October 23 – no meetings found
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AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Draft agenda for November 3, 2022
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84245795906
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5256 (toll free) Meeting ID: 842 4579 5906
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
AGENDA:
CONSENT:
1.2nd reading Ordinance adding BMC Chapter 13.09 Prohibiting Discriminatory Reports to Law Enforcement
2.2nd reading Amendments to Zoning Ordinance
3.COVID – review and ratify need for continuing emergency
4.Continue to meet via videoconference
5.2022 Annual Commission Attendance and Meeting Frequency Report
6.Amend contract 32200039 add $72,000 total $117,000 and extend to 12/31/2023 with Townsend Public Affairs for legislative and funding advocacy strategy (lobbying)
7.Amend contract 32100186 add $144,000 total $354,000 with Mildred Howard to increase size of public art commission to 11 ft tall at Adeline and MLK triangular green space
8.Renew Solano BID (business improvement district) for 2023
9.Formal bid solicitations and RFP $75,000
10.Contract $250,000 with Robert Half International/Protiviti for Professional Services, for Fire Dept, Fire Administration, Prevention Wildland Urban Interface, Emergency Medical Services and Training
11.Contract $80,000 with Restoration Family Counseling Center for counseling, education, support
12.Amend contract 32200227 add $60,000 total $220,000 with Fire Aside for Mobile Vegetation Inspection Software
13.Amend contract 32200083 add $500,000 total $1,400,000 with Ganey Scientific for project management and consulting for Fire Dept.
14.Purchase Order $1,700,000 with Bauer Compressors Inc. for Self-contained breathing apparatus and related accessories
15.Revenue Contracts FY 2023 Aging services Programs, congregate meals $40,000, home delivered meals $84,000, family caregiver $41,383, Senior center activities $30,000, information and assistance services $100,000
16.Amend contract 32000240 add $410,389 total $1,394,167 with BUSD for Mental Health MHSA-Funded Programs
17.Participation agreement for grant $42,609 with Greater Bay Area Regional Patnership Workforce, Education and Training – CA Mental Health Services Authority
18.Accept donation $80,000 for Berkeley meals on wheels program
19.Amend contract add $180,000 total $732,432 with Robert Half International/Protiviti for cyber-resilience projects for FY 2023 using GSA purchasing vehicle
20.Amend contract 32000281 add $165,000 total $892,821 with ConvergeOne for on-site Avaya Administration and Support and extend to 6/30/2024
21.Amend contract 32000223 add $50,000 total $299,500 with Gray Quarter, Inc for Accela Professional Services
22.Adoption of Berkeley Building Codes, including amendments to CA Building Standards Code,
23.Re-enactment f the Berkeley Housing Code
24.Revenue Grant Contract $74,940 State of CA Alcoholic Beverage Control
25.Reappointment of Andrea Prichett and Edward Opton to Mental Health Commissions
26.Taplin – Refer to budget process $500,000 for local down payment assistance and closing cost assistance revolving loan fund pilot program providing 3rd lien qualifying applicants in a racial equity and reparative justice framework
27.Bartlett – Budget referral $150,000 to support recovery and renovations of La Pena Cultural Center,
28.Arreguin – Budget referral $50,000 commitment to completion of affordable housing at 1638 Stuart Street affordable to households earning less than 80% of AMI
29.ZAB Appeal 2018 Blake UP ZP2021-0095 6-story multi-family residential building with 12 units (continued from Oct 11, 2022 council meeting)
30.ZAB Appeal 1643-1647 California UP ZP2021-0001 create new lower basement level, new 2nd story and modify existing duplex layout resulting in 3,763 sq ft duplex,
31.Fair Workweek Ordinance (continued from Oct 11, 2022)
32.Harriet Tubman Terrace Tenant Support (continued from Oct 11, 2022)
ACTION:
33.Accept annual Surveillance Technology Reports ALPR, GPS trackers, Body Worn Cameras, Unmanned Aerial Vehicles and the street evel imagery project
34.a. Disaster and Fire Safety Commission (DFSC) – Measure FF recommended spending on vegetation management for fire prevention 21% FY 2023 and 26% FY 2024, b. CM companion report (response) council reaffirms support of Fire Dept and considers the Commission’s report during the FY 2024 budget process if the DFSC so chooses to resubmit an updated version
35.Energy Commission (energy commission dissolved and merged into Environment and Climate Commission) recommendation staff pilot projects in EV, EV charging infrastructure, building electrification, referral went to budget committee with no action sent back to council
36.Kesarwani – automatic traffic calming review for the area surrounding project at 1201-1205 San Pablo Ave within 6 months after 90% of buildings occupancy
37.Taplin – Budget referral $135,000 - Refer to CM implementation No Right on Red signs to all intersections with traffic lights
38.Harrison – Resolution supporting local implementation of SB 379 for online instant solar permits and apply for grants and automated solar permitting platforms to reduce permit review time for solar and battery storage systems
39.Robinson, co-sponsors Harrison, Bartlett - parking/towing fines & fees reform develop program to offer waivers to low income households, less than 50% AMI
INFORMATION REPORTS
40.FY 2023 Civic Arts Grants Awards
41.Fire Prevention Inspections Audit Status Report
42.Update: HR Response: Audit Directive(s) for Comprehensive Domestic Violence Policy to Support City Employees
43.LPO NOD 2065 Kittredge
44.Audit Status Report: Underfunded Mandate: Resources, Strategic Plan and Communication Needed to Continue Progress towards the Year 2020 Zero Waste Goal
45.Audit Status Report: Unified Vision Zero Waste Activities Will Help Align Service Levels with Billing and Ensure Customer Equity
46.Audit Status Reports: Lease Audit: Conflict Directives Hinder Contract Oversight
47.Audit Status Reports: Fleet Replacement Fund Short Millions & Rocky Road: Berkeley Streets At Risk and Significantly Underfunded
48.Audit Recommendation Status – Data Analysis of City of Berkeley’s Police Response
49.Audit Recommendation Status – 911 Dispatchers: Understaffing Leads to Excessive Overtime and Low Morale
50.Update on BPD efforts related to the Improving Hate Crimes Reporting and Response Referral
+++++++++++++++++++
LAND USE CALENDAR:
Public Hearing to be scheduled
2018 Blake (construct multi-family residential building) 11/3/2022
1643-47 California (new basement and 2nd story) 11/3/2022
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with the End of the Appeal Period
Bad news on tracking approved projects in the appeal period. Samantha Updegrave, Zoning Officer, Principal Planner wrote the listing of projects in the appeal period can only be found by looking up each project individually through permits online by address or permit number https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/2022-03/Online-Building-Permits-Guide.pdf
The website with easy to find listing of projects in the appeal period was left on the “cutting room floor” another casualty of the conversion to the new City of Berkeley website.
Here is the old website link, Please ask for it to be restored.
WORKSESSIONS and SPECIAL MEETINGS:
African American Holistic Resource Center November 15 at 4 pm
Unscheduled Presentations
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Fire Facilities Study Report
Civic Center Vision Project (March 2023)
October 9 - October 16, 2022
Worth Noting:
Monday is Indigenous People’s Day and Friday is a City reduced service day and the rest of the week is packed. Don’t forget to check for meetings posted on short notice https://berkeleyca.gov/
Sunday, Oct 9 closing of African Americans in Berkeley exhibit on zoom.
Tuesday City Council starts at 4 with special meeting on Measures L and O followed with regular meeting at 6 pm. On agenda Fair Work Week, Hopkins redesign, and Harriet Tubman Terrace safety violations.
Wednesday Council Committee on Health, Life, Enrichment, Equity and Community meets at 2 pm on Office of Racial Equity and guaranteed income. The Wildfire Evacuation Workshop is at 6:30 pm. The Parks Commission, Homeless Services Panel of Experts, Police Accountability Board and Hahn / Wengraf Town Hall on Measure L are all at 7 pm.
Thursday the final January 6th Hearing starts at 10 am the same time as the Budget and Finance Committee. Mayor Arreguin gives his State of the City address at 6 pm (registration closed for in-person) watch on YouTube Jessearreguin.com. The Zoning Adjustment Board meets at 7 pm.
Saturday is the Harvest Festival at 11 am – 4 pm. Pre-Register for the EV test drive.
Sunday October 16 is the Bird Festival with events from 8 am – 8 pm. Field trips start at 8 am.
The Comment Period ends October 17, 2022 at 5 pm for the Housing Element Draft Environmental Impact Report (DEIR). The DEIR is a plan for adding 19,098 housing units not the RHNA 8,934. As stated at the Planning Commission in the presentation, the larger number is to push changing zoning in the City of Berkeley. The document including appendices is over 500 pages.
https://berkeleyca.gov/construction-development/land-use-development/general-plan-and-area-plans/housing-element-update
Last day to register to vote is October 24 for the November 28, 022 election. Ballots start arriving this week.
Sunday, October 9, 2022
CLOSING PRESENTATION FOR AFRICAN AMERICANS IN BERKELEY at 12 pm
Videoconference: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/closing-presentation-for-african-americans-in-berkeley-tickets-430015085697?mc_cid=94dbc79bf4&mc_eid=5054d9346e
AGENDA: Co-Curators Dr. Stephanie Anne Johnson and Harvey Smith and the Advisory Committee Tina Jones Williams, David Knott, Byron Rumford III and Mary Jackson will look back on the 3-year project African Americans in Berkeley.
HARBOR HOUSE QUILT PROJECT STUDENT QUILT SALE at 10 am – 2 pm
2733 Prince St.
Monday, October 10, 2022 – Indigenous People’s Day
Tuesday, October 11, 2022
CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 4 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88115464108
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 881 1546 4108
AGENDA Consent: 1. Appointment of Director of Police accountability, 2. Appointment of Director of Human Resources, 3. Purchase Order – Golden State Fire Apparatus, Inc, for Kenworth 3,000 Gallon Tender for Emergency Water Supply (vehicle) Action: 4. Guidelines for Public Process, Expenditure and Oversight of $650,000,000 Affordable Housing and Infrastructure Bond, 5. Measure O Bond Impacts on Affordable Housing Development in Berkeley (packet 58 pages)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88115464108
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 881 1546 4108
AGENDA: full agenda list follows list of meetings by day of the week or use link.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION Grants Subcommittee at 12 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1614254300
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 Meeting ID: 161 425 4300
AGENDA: 5. Presentations, discussion and action, FY24 guidelines eligibility, review criteria and other policy considerations for Arts Organizations, Festivals, Individual Artist Projects, Arts Programs grants.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
YOUTH COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
(Videoconference showing as expired, check website for update)
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83795428506?
Teleconference: Meeting ID: 837 9542 8506 Passcode 655790
AGENDA: 9. Discussion school safety, 10. BHS Tardy Policy
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/youth-commission
Wednesday, October 12, 2022
HEALTH, LIFE ENRICHMENT, EQUITY & COMMUNITY Special Meeting at 2 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83087770197
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 830 8777 0197
AGENDA: 2. Taplin, co-sponsors Harrison, Robinson – Office of Racial Equity: Re-Entry Employment and Guaranteed Income Programs
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-health-life-enrichment-equity-community
HOMELESS SERVICES PANEL OF EXPERTS (HSPE) at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/92491365323
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 924 9136 5323
AGENDA: 6. April meeting, 7. Increased City monitoring and action at Harrison Street Encampment, 8. Shifting monies otherwise allocated to fund expanded mobile shower provided by Dignity on Wheels, 9. Establish plan for site visits, 10. Impact of HSPE on homeless services, 11. Update on number of subsidy allocations, 12. Site visit to STAIR/Pathways, 13. Family homelessness.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/homeless-services-panel-experts
PARKS, RECREATION, AND WATERFRONT COMMISSION (PRW) at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89264197181
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 892 6419 7181
AGENDA: 8. Update on PRW Capital Projects, 9. Update Recreation Programs, 10. PRW Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Initiatives. 13. Communications Lights Out, America! Songbirds Are Counting On Us, NYT.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/parks-recreation-and-waterfront-commission
POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82237902987
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 822 3790 2987
AGENDA: 3. Public comment on agenda and non-agenda items, 5. ODPA staff report, 6. Board reports, 7. Chief report, 8. Subcommittee reports b. regulations, c. controlled equipment, d. Police chief process, 9. Finalize regulations for handling investigations,
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
WILDFIRE EVACUATION WORKSHOP at 6:30 pm
Videoconference: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/wildfire-evacuation-workshop-building-your-fire-weather-plan-registration-428859960687
AGENDA: Focus is on household fire weather plan, prior to workshop watch videos and visit evacuation and planning links in webpage.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/wildfire-evacuation-workshop-building-your-fire-weather-plan-5
COUNCILMEMBERS HAHN AND WENGRAF Town Hall on Measure L at 7 pm – 8:30 pm
To receive zoom link register at https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/RsOr5Lc/Sept18?source_id=12b27c58-3aab-4f7b-8a3a-3b8ca715ffc5&source_type=em&c=98tGl_3qm-8x7dPs6CP8Ts8Wtw57udrnEUzJEwfC__7JPwoQxFYoBQ==
Thursday, October 13, 2022
Final JANUARY 6TH HEARING starts at 10 am PDT
List of coverage of hearing by station https://deadline.com/2022/10/how-to-watch-january-6-hearings-online-tv-schedule-1235040755/
BUDGET AND FINANCE COMMITTEE at 10 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85481506493
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 854 8150 6493
AGENDA: 2. Bartlett, co-sponsors Robinson, Harrison, Taplin – Budget referral and updted guidelines and procedures for City Council staff expenditures, 3. Bartlett, co-sponsors Wengraf, Kesarwani – Additional allocation of Measure P funding to Step Up Housing $114,660 per year for 10 years for 1367 University, 4. Bartlett – Outcomes Based Funding, Pay-For-Success and Social Impact Bonds refer to CM how City can implement an Outcomes Based Funding Initiative, 5. Investment Report Update – Investment Policies of Other Jurisdictions, 6. Presentation on Mental Health Transports and update on implementation of Specialized Care Unit and Community Crisis Responses Services, (packet 84 pages)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-budget-finance
ZONING ADJUSTMENT BOARD at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85055743942
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 or 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 850 5574 3942
AGENDA: 2. 3003 Dwight (top of Dwight opposite soccer field) – on consent – add a pool, pool house, greenhouse, retaining walls and fences on the undeveloped half of the site,
3. 2435 Haste (between Dana and Telegraph) – on consent – demolish existing multi-family building (8 units) and construct an 8-story, residential building with 37 units (including affordable replacement units) and 935 sq ft of usable open space,
4. 1262 Francisco (between Chestnut and West) – on action – staff recommend dismiss appeal of Zoning Officer decision to approve Administrative Use Permit – to add 40 sq ft on the 1st floor and a balcony on the 2nd floor of existing single-family dwelling.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zoning-adjustments-board
MAYOR ARREGUIN STATE OF THE CITY ADDRESS at 6 pm
Registration for in-person closed watch on YouTube https://www.jessearreguin.com/
Friday, October 14, 2022 – Reduced service Day
Saturday, October 15, 2022
HARVEST FESTIVAL at 11 am – 4 pm
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/news/october-15-harvest-festival-celebrates-berkeleys-sustainable-food-culture
Register early for the EV test drive on October 15 at 11 am – 3 pm at https://tinyurl.com/RideElectric2022 or
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/5th-annual-ride-electric-at-the-harvest-festival-registration-406380624387
Sunday, October 16, 2022
BERKELEY BIRD FESTIVAL at 8 am – 8 pm
Check website for events schedules https://berkeleybirdfestival.org/
Events include birding field trips, origami, drawing and painting, making a bird house, garden tours, slideshow, exhibits, focused events for kids/family
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CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING October 11, 2022 at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88115464108
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 881 1546 4108
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA CONSENT:
1.2nd reading - 2023 Tax Rate: Transportation Network Company User prearranged trip originating in Berkeley single rider 53.775 cents, pooled 26.249 cents per user.
2.2nd reading - Zoning Ordinance amendments technical edits,
3.Legislative bodies to meet via videoconference,
4.Amend Contract 117596-1 add $17,500 total $67,218 with Animal Fix Clinic for Spay and Neuter Services extend to 9/14/2023
5.Amend Contract 108-410-1 add $17,500 total $134,466 to Paw Fund to provide no-cost spay and neuter surgeries to eligible pet owners for FY 2023 extend to 9/14/2023
6.Formal Bid Solicitations $2,968,600
7.Amend Contract 3220192 add $100,000 with Alameda Co. Network of Mental Health Clients for one additional homeless outreach staff member and extend to 12/31/2023
8.Revenue Grant WIC projected $1,810,197 for Federal FY 2023 – 2025
9.Expand Program Manager Series by establishing Principal Program Manager Classification and Annual Salary Range $151,819 - $183,719
10.Establish Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Officer Classification and Annual Salary Range $137.966 - $181,293
11.Assistant to the City attorney Classification and Annual Salary$137.966 - $181,293
12.Revision of the Tool Lending Specialist Classification and increase salary by 4%
13.Contract $500,000 with Abbe & Assoc LLC for the development of the Integrated Zero Waste Management Strategic Plan
14.Kesarwani co-sponsor Taplin – Residential Preferential Parking (RPP) Program expansion for West Berkeley Neighborhoods within two blocks of commercial corridors
15.Taplin – Regulation of Autonomous Vehicles
16.Harrison co-sponsor-Hahn - Adopt an Ordinance adding Chapter 13.09 to BMC Prohibiting Discriminatory Reports to Law Enforcement
17.Harrison – Referral to November 2022 AAO #1 Budget Process for $50,000 in additional traffic calming at MLK and Addison
18.Harrison – Refer to the Transportation and Infrastructure Commission and City Manager to consider and make recommendations regarding policy of deploying rectangular rapid flashing beacons and other treatments at dangerous or high-collision pedestrian and bicycle intersections
19.Hahn co-sponsor Arreguin Land Acknowledgement Recognizing Berkeley as the Ancestral, Unceded Home of the Ohlone people
ACTION:
20.CM – Amend Zoning to clarify and streamline the permit process for Amusement Devise Arcades
21.ZAB Appeal 2018 Blake Street #ZP2021-0095 six-story multi-family residential building with 12 units (including 2 low-income units),
22.a. Commission on Labor - Fair Work Week Ordinance adopt ordinance, b. City Manager refer Fair Work Week to Health, Life, Enrichment, Equity & Community (item has already been reviewed by Health Life Enrichment, Equity & Committee).
23.Hahn, co-sponsor Wengraf - Reconsideration of Hopkins Corridor Plan in Light of newly Available Material Information
24.Housing Advisory Commission - Harriet Tubman Terrace Tenant Support Recommend following action, Review Tenants video, Direct City Manager to investigate health and safety violations, provide dedicated tenant advocate to assist with relocation and other needs,
INFORMATION REPORTS:
25.Commission on Disability FY 2022-2023 Work Plan.
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LAND USE CALENDAR:
Public Hearing to be scheduled
2018 Blake (construct multi-family residential building) 10/11/2022
1643-47 California (new basement and 2nd story) 11/3/2022
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with the End of the Appeal Period
Bad news on tracking approved projects in the appeal period. Samantha Updegrave, Zoning Officer, Principal Planner wrote the listing of projects in the appeal period can only be found by looking up each project individually through permits online by address or permit number https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/2022-03/Online-Building-Permits-Guide.pdf
The website with easy to find listing of projects in the appeal period was left on the “cutting room floor” another casualty of the conversion to the new City of Berkeley website.
Here is the old website link, Please ask for it to be restored.
WORKSESSIONS and SPECIAL MEETINGS:
October 11 Measure O Report and Update at 4 pm
October 11 Oversight responsibilities for General Obligation Bond Measure special meeting time 4 pm
Unscheduled Presentations
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Fire Facilities Study Report
African American Holistic Resource Center (November 15)
Worth Noting:
Monday is Indigenous People’s Day and Friday is a City reduced service day and the rest of the week is packed. Don’t forget to check for meetings posted on short notice https://berkeleyca.gov/
Sunday, Oct 9 closing of African Americans in Berkeley exhibit on zoom.
Tuesday City Council starts at 4 with special meeting on Measures L and O followed with regular meeting at 6 pm. On agenda Fair Work Week, Hopkins redesign, and Harriet Tubman Terrace safety violations.
Wednesday Council Committee on Health, Life, Enrichment, Equity and Community meets at 2 pm on Office of Racial Equity and guaranteed income. The Wildfire Evacuation Workshop is at 6:30 pm. The Parks Commission, Homeless Services Panel of Experts, Police Accountability Board and Hahn / Wengraf Town Hall on Measure L are all at 7 pm.
Thursday the final January 6th Hearing starts at 10 am the same time as the Budget and Finance Committee. Mayor Arreguin gives his State of the City address at 6 pm (registration closed for in-person) watch on YouTube Jessearreguin.com. The Zoning Adjustment Board meets at 7 pm.
Saturday is the Harvest Festival at 11 am – 4 pm. Pre-Register for the EV test drive.
Sunday October 16 is the Bird Festival with events from 8 am – 8 pm. Field trips start at 8 am.
The Comment Period ends October 17, 2022 at 5 pm for the Housing Element Draft Environmental Impact Report (DEIR). The DEIR is a plan for adding 19,098 housing units not the RHNA 8,934. As stated at the Planning Commission in the presentation, the larger number is to push changing zoning in the City of Berkeley. The document including appendices is over 500 pages.
https://berkeleyca.gov/construction-development/land-use-development/general-plan-and-area-plans/housing-element-update
Last day to register to vote is October 24 for the November 28, 022 election. Ballots start arriving this week.
Sunday, October 9, 2022
CLOSING PRESENTATION FOR AFRICAN AMERICANS IN BERKELEY at 12 pm
Videoconference: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/closing-presentation-for-african-americans-in-berkeley-tickets-430015085697?mc_cid=94dbc79bf4&mc_eid=5054d9346e
AGENDA: Co-Curators Dr. Stephanie Anne Johnson and Harvey Smith and the Advisory Committee Tina Jones Williams, David Knott, Byron Rumford III and Mary Jackson will look back on the 3-year project African Americans in Berkeley.
HARBOR HOUSE QUILT PROJECT STUDENT QUILT SALE at 10 am – 2 pm
2733 Prince St.
Monday, October 10, 2022 – Indigenous People’s Day
Tuesday, October 11, 2022
CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 4 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88115464108
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 881 1546 4108
AGENDA Consent: 1. Appointment of Director of Police accountability, 2. Appointment of Director of Human Resources, 3. Purchase Order – Golden State Fire Apparatus, Inc, for Kenworth 3,000 Gallon Tender for Emergency Water Supply (vehicle) Action: 4. Guidelines for Public Process, Expenditure and Oversight of $650,000,000 Affordable Housing and Infrastructure Bond, 5. Measure O Bond Impacts on Affordable Housing Development in Berkeley (packet 58 pages)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88115464108
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 881 1546 4108
AGENDA: full agenda list follows list of meetings by day of the week or use link.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION Grants Subcommittee at 12 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1614254300
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 Meeting ID: 161 425 4300
AGENDA: 5. Presentations, discussion and action, FY24 guidelines eligibility, review criteria and other policy considerations for Arts Organizations, Festivals, Individual Artist Projects, Arts Programs grants.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
YOUTH COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
(Videoconference showing as expired, check website for update)
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83795428506?
Teleconference: Meeting ID: 837 9542 8506 Passcode 655790
AGENDA: 9. Discussion school safety, 10. BHS Tardy Policy
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/youth-commission
Wednesday, October 12, 2022
HEALTH, LIFE ENRICHMENT, EQUITY & COMMUNITY Special Meeting at 2 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83087770197
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 830 8777 0197
AGENDA: 2. Taplin, co-sponsors Harrison, Robinson – Office of Racial Equity: Re-Entry Employment and Guaranteed Income Programs
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-health-life-enrichment-equity-community
HOMELESS SERVICES PANEL OF EXPERTS (HSPE) at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/92491365323
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 924 9136 5323
AGENDA: 6. April meeting, 7. Increased City monitoring and action at Harrison Street Encampment, 8. Shifting monies otherwise allocated to fund expanded mobile shower provided by Dignity on Wheels, 9. Establish plan for site visits, 10. Impact of HSPE on homeless services, 11. Update on number of subsidy allocations, 12. Site visit to STAIR/Pathways, 13. Family homelessness.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/homeless-services-panel-experts
PARKS, RECREATION, AND WATERFRONT COMMISSION (PRW) at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89264197181
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 892 6419 7181
AGENDA: 8. Update on PRW Capital Projects, 9. Update Recreation Programs, 10. PRW Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Initiatives. 13. Communications Lights Out, America! Songbirds Are Counting On Us, NYT.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/parks-recreation-and-waterfront-commission
POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82237902987
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 822 3790 2987
AGENDA: 3. Public comment on agenda and non-agenda items, 5. ODPA staff report, 6. Board reports, 7. Chief report, 8. Subcommittee reports b. regulations, c. controlled equipment, d. Police chief process, 9. Finalize regulations for handling investigations,
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
WILDFIRE EVACUATION WORKSHOP at 6:30 pm
Videoconference: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/wildfire-evacuation-workshop-building-your-fire-weather-plan-registration-428859960687
AGENDA: Focus is on household fire weather plan, prior to workshop watch videos and visit evacuation and planning links in webpage.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/wildfire-evacuation-workshop-building-your-fire-weather-plan-5
COUNCILMEMBERS HAHN AND WENGRAF Town Hall on Measure L at 7 pm – 8:30 pm
To receive zoom link register at https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/RsOr5Lc/Sept18?source_id=12b27c58-3aab-4f7b-8a3a-3b8ca715ffc5&source_type=em&c=98tGl_3qm-8x7dPs6CP8Ts8Wtw57udrnEUzJEwfC__7JPwoQxFYoBQ==
Thursday, October 13, 2022
Final JANUARY 6TH HEARING starts at 10 am PDT
List of coverage of hearing by station https://deadline.com/2022/10/how-to-watch-january-6-hearings-online-tv-schedule-1235040755/
BUDGET AND FINANCE COMMITTEE at 10 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85481506493
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 854 8150 6493
AGENDA: 2. Bartlett, co-sponsors Robinson, Harrison, Taplin – Budget referral and updted guidelines and procedures for City Council staff expenditures, 3. Bartlett, co-sponsors Wengraf, Kesarwani – Additional allocation of Measure P funding to Step Up Housing $114,660 per year for 10 years for 1367 University, 4. Bartlett – Outcomes Based Funding, Pay-For-Success and Social Impact Bonds refer to CM how City can implement an Outcomes Based Funding Initiative, 5. Investment Report Update – Investment Policies of Other Jurisdictions, 6. Presentation on Mental Health Transports and update on implementation of Specialized Care Unit and Community Crisis Responses Services, (packet 84 pages)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-budget-finance
ZONING ADJUSTMENT BOARD at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85055743942
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 or 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 850 5574 3942
AGENDA: 2. 3003 Dwight (top of Dwight opposite soccer field) – on consent – add a pool, pool house, greenhouse, retaining walls and fences on the undeveloped half of the site,
3. 2435 Haste (between Dana and Telegraph) – on consent – demolish existing multi-family building (8 units) and construct an 8-story, residential building with 37 units (including affordable replacement units) and 935 sq ft of usable open space,
4. 1262 Francisco (between Chestnut and West) – on action – staff recommend dismiss appeal of Zoning Officer decision to approve Administrative Use Permit – to add 40 sq ft on the 1st floor and a balcony on the 2nd floor of existing single-family dwelling.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zoning-adjustments-board
MAYOR ARREGUIN STATE OF THE CITY ADDRESS at 6 pm
Registration for in-person closed watch on YouTube https://www.jessearreguin.com/
Friday, October 14, 2022 – Reduced service Day
Saturday, October 15, 2022
HARVEST FESTIVAL at 11 am – 4 pm
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/news/october-15-harvest-festival-celebrates-berkeleys-sustainable-food-culture
Register early for the EV test drive on October 15 at 11 am – 3 pm at https://tinyurl.com/RideElectric2022 or
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/5th-annual-ride-electric-at-the-harvest-festival-registration-406380624387
Sunday, October 16, 2022
BERKELEY BIRD FESTIVAL at 8 am – 8 pm
Check website for events schedules https://berkeleybirdfestival.org/
Events include birding field trips, origami, drawing and painting, making a bird house, garden tours, slideshow, exhibits, focused events for kids/family
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CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING October 11, 2022 at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88115464108
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 881 1546 4108
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA CONSENT:
1.2nd reading - 2023 Tax Rate: Transportation Network Company User prearranged trip originating in Berkeley single rider 53.775 cents, pooled 26.249 cents per user.
2.2nd reading - Zoning Ordinance amendments technical edits,
3.Legislative bodies to meet via videoconference,
4.Amend Contract 117596-1 add $17,500 total $67,218 with Animal Fix Clinic for Spay and Neuter Services extend to 9/14/2023
5.Amend Contract 108-410-1 add $17,500 total $134,466 to Paw Fund to provide no-cost spay and neuter surgeries to eligible pet owners for FY 2023 extend to 9/14/2023
6.Formal Bid Solicitations $2,968,600
7.Amend Contract 3220192 add $100,000 with Alameda Co. Network of Mental Health Clients for one additional homeless outreach staff member and extend to 12/31/2023
8.Revenue Grant WIC projected $1,810,197 for Federal FY 2023 – 2025
9.Expand Program Manager Series by establishing Principal Program Manager Classification and Annual Salary Range $151,819 - $183,719
10.Establish Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Officer Classification and Annual Salary Range $137.966 - $181,293
11.Assistant to the City attorney Classification and Annual Salary$137.966 - $181,293
12.Revision of the Tool Lending Specialist Classification and increase salary by 4%
13.Contract $500,000 with Abbe & Assoc LLC for the development of the Integrated Zero Waste Management Strategic Plan
14.Kesarwani co-sponsor Taplin – Residential Preferential Parking (RPP) Program expansion for West Berkeley Neighborhoods within two blocks of commercial corridors
15.Taplin – Regulation of Autonomous Vehicles
16.Harrison co-sponsor-Hahn - Adopt an Ordinance adding Chapter 13.09 to BMC Prohibiting Discriminatory Reports to Law Enforcement
17.Harrison – Referral to November 2022 AAO #1 Budget Process for $50,000 in additional traffic calming at MLK and Addison
18.Harrison – Refer to the Transportation and Infrastructure Commission and City Manager to consider and make recommendations regarding policy of deploying rectangular rapid flashing beacons and other treatments at dangerous or high-collision pedestrian and bicycle intersections
19.Hahn co-sponsor Arreguin Land Acknowledgement Recognizing Berkeley as the Ancestral, Unceded Home of the Ohlone people
ACTION:
20.CM – Amend Zoning to clarify and streamline the permit process for Amusement Devise Arcades
21.ZAB Appeal 2018 Blake Street #ZP2021-0095 six-story multi-family residential building with 12 units (including 2 low-income units),
22.a. Commission on Labor - Fair Work Week Ordinance adopt ordinance, b. City Manager refer Fair Work Week to Health, Life, Enrichment, Equity & Community (item has already been reviewed by Health Life Enrichment, Equity & Committee).
23.Hahn, co-sponsor Wengraf - Reconsideration of Hopkins Corridor Plan in Light of newly Available Material Information
24.Housing Advisory Commission - Harriet Tubman Terrace Tenant Support Recommend following action, Review Tenants video, Direct City Manager to investigate health and safety violations, provide dedicated tenant advocate to assist with relocation and other needs,
INFORMATION REPORTS:
25.Commission on Disability FY 2022-2023 Work Plan.
+++++++++++++++++++
LAND USE CALENDAR:
Public Hearing to be scheduled
2018 Blake (construct multi-family residential building) 10/11/2022
1643-47 California (new basement and 2nd story) 11/3/2022
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with the End of the Appeal Period
Bad news on tracking approved projects in the appeal period. Samantha Updegrave, Zoning Officer, Principal Planner wrote the listing of projects in the appeal period can only be found by looking up each project individually through permits online by address or permit number https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/2022-03/Online-Building-Permits-Guide.pdf
The website with easy to find listing of projects in the appeal period was left on the “cutting room floor” another casualty of the conversion to the new City of Berkeley website.
Here is the old website link, Please ask for it to be restored.
WORKSESSIONS and SPECIAL MEETINGS:
October 11 Measure O Report and Update at 4 pm
October 11 Oversight responsibilities for General Obligation Bond Measure special meeting time 4 pm
Unscheduled Presentations
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Fire Facilities Study Report
African American Holistic Resource Center (November 15)
October 3 - October 9, 2022
Worth Noting:
Two Community meetings worth attending before plans are set in stone:
Monday at 6 pm is the redesign for Ashby BART Plaza.
Wednesday at 6:30 pm is Santa Fe Right of Way Park development planning meeting.
There are no City Council meetings scheduled including no council committee meetings. The October 11 City Council regular meeting is available for review. Agenda Item 23 is on the Hopkins Corridor. The October 11 special meeting at 4 pm agenda is not posted.
Thursday the Housing Advisory Commission and Landmark’s Preservation Commission both meet at 7 pm.
Saturday Berkeley Neighborhoods Council CANCELED the planned meeting for October 8.
Don’t forget to check for meetings posted on short notice https://berkeleyca.gov/
The Housing Element Draft Environmental Impact Report is a plan for adding 19,098 housing units not the RHNA 8,934. As stated at the Planning Commission in the presentation, the larger number is to push changing zoning in the City of Berkeley. The Comment Period ends October 17, 2022 at 5 pm. The document including appendices is over 500 pages.
https://berkeleyca.gov/construction-development/land-use-development/general-plan-and-area-plans/housing-element-update
Register to vote by October 24 for the November 28, 022 election. Ballot mailing starts October 10.
Register early for the EV test drive on October 15 at 11 am – 3 pm at https://tinyurl.com/RideElectric2022 or
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/5th-annual-ride-electric-at-the-harvest-festival-registration-406380624387
Monday, October 3, 2022
REDESIGN ASHBY BART PLAZA at 6 pm – 8 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85803732111?pwd=RE9RQXdRL2xZdU9HUmxJVGpBQVVtZz09
Teleconference: not listed try 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 858 0373 2111 Passcode: 726912
AGENDA: virtual meeting for new plaza, community gathering place, including Berkeley Flea Market, while improving bicycle and pedestrian safety and connecting to transit
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/news/oct-3-meeting-new-plaza-street-design-ashby-bart-station-better-serve
https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/CABERKE/bulletins/32f7c8a
PERSONNEL BOARD at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85857935234?pwd=RFdwZ3YvQmM5ZFRzbVlET2JZNS9Jdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 858 5793 5234 Passcode: 222763
AGENDA: VI. Request for Extension of Temporary Animal Services Assistant
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/personnel-board
Tuesday, October 4, 2022 – Yom Kipper begins at sundown
No city meetings found
Wednesday, October 5, 2022 – Yom Kipper ends at sundown
SANTA FE ROW PARK Development Meeting at 6:30 – 8:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86996996880
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 869 9699 6880 Passcode 746072
AGENDA: 1. Community garden, 2. Dog Park, 3. Age 2-5 playground, 4. Community garden, orchard and outdoor classroom space
https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/documents/10-05-22_SantaFeROW%20Mtg%20Flyer.pdf
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/santa-fe-row-park-development-community-meeting
Thursday, October 6, 2022
HOUSING ADVISORY COMMISSION at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88099349925
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 880 9934 9925
AGENDA: Discussion and possible action items 5. Amendments to the Housing Code, 6. Tenant Habitability Plan Ordinance, 7. Preferences for Affordable Housing, 8. Fund a Study to Document Berkeley’s History of Discriminatory Actions, 9. Ordinance to Remove Credit Checks and Eviction History for Applications for Housing, 10/ Update Harriet Tubman Terrace Tenant Support, 11. Grand Opening 1685 Solano Ave Small Sites Program.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/housing-advisory-commission
LANDMARKS PRESERVATION COMMISSION at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82863599386
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 828 6359 9386
AGENDA: 5. 2119 Marin (Laflin House) – Mills Act Contract -resume public hearing
6. 1819 Tenth Street – Discussion on the Toverii Tuppa Building
7. 2081 Center Street – Structural Alteration Permit – storefront alterations
8. 2109 Kala Bagal Way - Structural Alteration Permit – storefront alterations
9. 2821 Tenth Street – Demolition Referral
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/landmarks-preservation-commission
WATER EMERGENCY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY (WETA) at 1 pm
No agenda, location or virtual meeting information posted, check website after Monday
https://weta.sanfranciscobayferry.com/next-board-meeting
Friday, October 7, 2022 – no city meetings found
Saturday, October 8, 2022
SUGAR-SWEETENED BEVERAGE PRODUCT PANEL OF EXPERTS at 3 pm
Location: 1724 San Pablo Avenue
AGENDA: Special meeting Healthy Berkeley RFP Review and Update, Workplan for coming year
++++++++++++++++
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING October 11, 2022 at 6 pm
Videoconference:
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID:
DRAFT AGENDA for October 11 City Council Regular Meeting
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CONSENT:
1.2nd reading - 2023 Tax Rate: Transportation Network Company User prearranged trip originating in Berkeley single rider 53.775 cents, pooled 26.249 cents per user.
2.2nd reading - Zoning Ordinance amendments technical edits,
3.Legislative bodies to meet via videoconference,
4.Amend Contract 117596-1 add $17,500 total $67,218 with Animal Fix Clinic for Spay and Neuter Services extend to 9/14/2023
5.Amend Contract 108-410-1 add $17,500 total $134,466 to Paw Fund to provide no-cost spay and neuter surgeries to eligible pet owners for FY 2023 extend to 9/14/2023
6.Formal Bid Solicitations $2,968,600
7.Amend Contract 3220192 add $100,000 with Alameda Co. Network of Mental Health Clients for one additional homeless outreach staff member and extend to 12/31/2023
8.Revenue Grant WIC projected $1,810,197 for Federal FY 2023 – 2025
9.Expand Program Manager Series by establishing Principal Program Manager Classification and Annual Salary Range $151,819 - $183,719
10.Establish Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Officer Classification and Annual Salary Range $137.966 - $181,293
11.Assistant to the City attorney Classification and Annual Salary$137.966 - $181,293
12.Revision of the Tool Lending Specialist Classification and increase salary by 4%
13.Contract $500,000 with Abbe & Assoc LLC for the development of the Integrated Zero Waste Management Strategic Plan
14.Kesarwani co-sponsor Taplin – Residential Preferential Parking (RPP) Program expansion for West Berkeley Neighborhoods within two blocks of commercial corridors
15.Taplin – Regulation of Autonomous Vehicles
16.Harrison co-sponsor-Hahn - Adopt an Ordinance adding Chapter 13.09 to BMC Prohibiting Discriminatory Reports to Law Enforcement
17.Harrison – Referral to November 2022 AAO #1 Budget Process for $50,000 in additional traffic calming at MLK and Addison
18.Harrison – Refer to the Transportation and Infrastructure Commission and City Manager to consider and make recommendations regarding policy of deploying rectangular rapid flashing beacons and other treatments at dangerous or high-collision pedestrian and bicycle intersections
19.Hahn co-sponsor ArreguinLand Acknowledgement Recognizing Berkeley as the Ancestral, Unceded Home of the Ohlone people
ACTION:
20.CM – Amend Zoning to clarify and streamline the permit process for Amusement Devise Arcades
21.ZAB Appeal 2018 Blake Street #ZP2021-0095 six-story multi-family residential building with 12 units (including 2 low-income units),
22.a. Commission on Labor - Fair Work Week Ordinance adopt ordinance, b. City Manager refer Fair Work Week to Health, Life, Enrichment, Equity & Community (item has already been reviewed by Health Life Enrichment, Equity & Committee).
23.Hahn, co-sponsor Wengraf - Reconsideration of Hopkins Corridor Plan in Light of newly Available Material Information
24.Housing Advisory Commission - Harriet Tubman Terrace Tenant Support Recommend following action, Review Tenants video, Direct City Manager to investigate health and safety violations, provide dedicated tenant advocate to assist with relocation and other needs,
INFORMATION REPORTS:
25.Commission on Disability FY 2022-2023 Work Plan.
+++++++++++++++++++
LAND USE CALENDAR:
Public Hearing to be scheduled
2018 Blake (construct multi-family residential building) 10/6/2022
1643-47 California (new basement and 2nd story) 11/3/2022
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with the End of the Appeal Period
Bad news on tracking approved projects in the appeal period. Samantha Updegrave, Zoning Officer, Principal Planner wrote the listing of projects in the appeal period can only be found by looking up each project individually through permits online by address or permit number https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/2022-03/Online-Building-Permits-Guide.pdf
The website with easy to find listing of projects in the appeal period was left on the “cutting room floor” another casualty of the conversion to the new City of Berkeley website.
Here is the old website link, Please ask for it to be restored.
WORKSESSIONS and SPECIAL MEETINGS:
October 11 Measure O Report and Update at 4 pm
October 11 Oversight responsibilities for General Obligation Bond Measure special meeting time 4 pm
Unscheduled Presentations
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Fire Facilities Study Report
African American Holistic Resource Center (November 15)
Worth Noting:
Two Community meetings worth attending before plans are set in stone:
Monday at 6 pm is the redesign for Ashby BART Plaza.
Wednesday at 6:30 pm is Santa Fe Right of Way Park development planning meeting.
There are no City Council meetings scheduled including no council committee meetings. The October 11 City Council regular meeting is available for review. Agenda Item 23 is on the Hopkins Corridor. The October 11 special meeting at 4 pm agenda is not posted.
Thursday the Housing Advisory Commission and Landmark’s Preservation Commission both meet at 7 pm.
Saturday Berkeley Neighborhoods Council CANCELED the planned meeting for October 8.
Don’t forget to check for meetings posted on short notice https://berkeleyca.gov/
The Housing Element Draft Environmental Impact Report is a plan for adding 19,098 housing units not the RHNA 8,934. As stated at the Planning Commission in the presentation, the larger number is to push changing zoning in the City of Berkeley. The Comment Period ends October 17, 2022 at 5 pm. The document including appendices is over 500 pages.
https://berkeleyca.gov/construction-development/land-use-development/general-plan-and-area-plans/housing-element-update
Register to vote by October 24 for the November 28, 022 election. Ballot mailing starts October 10.
Register early for the EV test drive on October 15 at 11 am – 3 pm at https://tinyurl.com/RideElectric2022 or
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/5th-annual-ride-electric-at-the-harvest-festival-registration-406380624387
Monday, October 3, 2022
REDESIGN ASHBY BART PLAZA at 6 pm – 8 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85803732111?pwd=RE9RQXdRL2xZdU9HUmxJVGpBQVVtZz09
Teleconference: not listed try 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 858 0373 2111 Passcode: 726912
AGENDA: virtual meeting for new plaza, community gathering place, including Berkeley Flea Market, while improving bicycle and pedestrian safety and connecting to transit
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/news/oct-3-meeting-new-plaza-street-design-ashby-bart-station-better-serve
https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/CABERKE/bulletins/32f7c8a
PERSONNEL BOARD at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85857935234?pwd=RFdwZ3YvQmM5ZFRzbVlET2JZNS9Jdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 858 5793 5234 Passcode: 222763
AGENDA: VI. Request for Extension of Temporary Animal Services Assistant
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/personnel-board
Tuesday, October 4, 2022 – Yom Kipper begins at sundown
No city meetings found
Wednesday, October 5, 2022 – Yom Kipper ends at sundown
SANTA FE ROW PARK Development Meeting at 6:30 – 8:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86996996880
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 869 9699 6880 Passcode 746072
AGENDA: 1. Community garden, 2. Dog Park, 3. Age 2-5 playground, 4. Community garden, orchard and outdoor classroom space
https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/documents/10-05-22_SantaFeROW%20Mtg%20Flyer.pdf
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/santa-fe-row-park-development-community-meeting
Thursday, October 6, 2022
HOUSING ADVISORY COMMISSION at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88099349925
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 880 9934 9925
AGENDA: Discussion and possible action items 5. Amendments to the Housing Code, 6. Tenant Habitability Plan Ordinance, 7. Preferences for Affordable Housing, 8. Fund a Study to Document Berkeley’s History of Discriminatory Actions, 9. Ordinance to Remove Credit Checks and Eviction History for Applications for Housing, 10/ Update Harriet Tubman Terrace Tenant Support, 11. Grand Opening 1685 Solano Ave Small Sites Program.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/housing-advisory-commission
LANDMARKS PRESERVATION COMMISSION at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82863599386
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 828 6359 9386
AGENDA: 5. 2119 Marin (Laflin House) – Mills Act Contract -resume public hearing
6. 1819 Tenth Street – Discussion on the Toverii Tuppa Building
7. 2081 Center Street – Structural Alteration Permit – storefront alterations
8. 2109 Kala Bagal Way - Structural Alteration Permit – storefront alterations
9. 2821 Tenth Street – Demolition Referral
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/landmarks-preservation-commission
WATER EMERGENCY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY (WETA) at 1 pm
No agenda, location or virtual meeting information posted, check website after Monday
https://weta.sanfranciscobayferry.com/next-board-meeting
Friday, October 7, 2022 – no city meetings found
Saturday, October 8, 2022
SUGAR-SWEETENED BEVERAGE PRODUCT PANEL OF EXPERTS at 3 pm
Location: 1724 San Pablo Avenue
AGENDA: Special meeting Healthy Berkeley RFP Review and Update, Workplan for coming year
++++++++++++++++
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING October 11, 2022 at 6 pm
Videoconference:
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID:
DRAFT AGENDA for October 11 City Council Regular Meeting
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CONSENT:
1.2nd reading - 2023 Tax Rate: Transportation Network Company User prearranged trip originating in Berkeley single rider 53.775 cents, pooled 26.249 cents per user.
2.2nd reading - Zoning Ordinance amendments technical edits,
3.Legislative bodies to meet via videoconference,
4.Amend Contract 117596-1 add $17,500 total $67,218 with Animal Fix Clinic for Spay and Neuter Services extend to 9/14/2023
5.Amend Contract 108-410-1 add $17,500 total $134,466 to Paw Fund to provide no-cost spay and neuter surgeries to eligible pet owners for FY 2023 extend to 9/14/2023
6.Formal Bid Solicitations $2,968,600
7.Amend Contract 3220192 add $100,000 with Alameda Co. Network of Mental Health Clients for one additional homeless outreach staff member and extend to 12/31/2023
8.Revenue Grant WIC projected $1,810,197 for Federal FY 2023 – 2025
9.Expand Program Manager Series by establishing Principal Program Manager Classification and Annual Salary Range $151,819 - $183,719
10.Establish Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Officer Classification and Annual Salary Range $137.966 - $181,293
11.Assistant to the City attorney Classification and Annual Salary$137.966 - $181,293
12.Revision of the Tool Lending Specialist Classification and increase salary by 4%
13.Contract $500,000 with Abbe & Assoc LLC for the development of the Integrated Zero Waste Management Strategic Plan
14.Kesarwani co-sponsor Taplin – Residential Preferential Parking (RPP) Program expansion for West Berkeley Neighborhoods within two blocks of commercial corridors
15.Taplin – Regulation of Autonomous Vehicles
16.Harrison co-sponsor-Hahn - Adopt an Ordinance adding Chapter 13.09 to BMC Prohibiting Discriminatory Reports to Law Enforcement
17.Harrison – Referral to November 2022 AAO #1 Budget Process for $50,000 in additional traffic calming at MLK and Addison
18.Harrison – Refer to the Transportation and Infrastructure Commission and City Manager to consider and make recommendations regarding policy of deploying rectangular rapid flashing beacons and other treatments at dangerous or high-collision pedestrian and bicycle intersections
19.Hahn co-sponsor ArreguinLand Acknowledgement Recognizing Berkeley as the Ancestral, Unceded Home of the Ohlone people
ACTION:
20.CM – Amend Zoning to clarify and streamline the permit process for Amusement Devise Arcades
21.ZAB Appeal 2018 Blake Street #ZP2021-0095 six-story multi-family residential building with 12 units (including 2 low-income units),
22.a. Commission on Labor - Fair Work Week Ordinance adopt ordinance, b. City Manager refer Fair Work Week to Health, Life, Enrichment, Equity & Community (item has already been reviewed by Health Life Enrichment, Equity & Committee).
23.Hahn, co-sponsor Wengraf - Reconsideration of Hopkins Corridor Plan in Light of newly Available Material Information
24.Housing Advisory Commission - Harriet Tubman Terrace Tenant Support Recommend following action, Review Tenants video, Direct City Manager to investigate health and safety violations, provide dedicated tenant advocate to assist with relocation and other needs,
INFORMATION REPORTS:
25.Commission on Disability FY 2022-2023 Work Plan.
+++++++++++++++++++
LAND USE CALENDAR:
Public Hearing to be scheduled
2018 Blake (construct multi-family residential building) 10/6/2022
1643-47 California (new basement and 2nd story) 11/3/2022
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with the End of the Appeal Period
Bad news on tracking approved projects in the appeal period. Samantha Updegrave, Zoning Officer, Principal Planner wrote the listing of projects in the appeal period can only be found by looking up each project individually through permits online by address or permit number https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/2022-03/Online-Building-Permits-Guide.pdf
The website with easy to find listing of projects in the appeal period was left on the “cutting room floor” another casualty of the conversion to the new City of Berkeley website.
Here is the old website link, Please ask for it to be restored.
WORKSESSIONS and SPECIAL MEETINGS:
October 11 Measure O Report and Update at 4 pm
October 11 Oversight responsibilities for General Obligation Bond Measure special meeting time 4 pm
Unscheduled Presentations
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Fire Facilities Study Report
African American Holistic Resource Center (November 15)
September 25 - October 2, 2022
Worth Noting:
Rosh Hashanah begins Sunday evening and ends Tuesday evening.
City Council - The Agenda committee meets on Wednesday at 2:30 pm and the Regular City Council meeting is Thursday evening at 6 pm. A special Council meeting is listed for 5 pm on Thursday in the agenda packet on oversight of the General Obligation bond, however, this meeting is not officially posted. Links for special meetings preceding regular Council meetings usually use the same videoconference and teleconference links.
Tuesday - The 3 x 3 Committee meeting at 5 pm on Tuesday lists North Berkeley BART in the Agenda.
Wednesday – The last January 6th hearing is supposed to start at 9:30 am PDT. Agenda committee at 2:30 pm, the 4 x 4 Committee at 3 pm, Environment and Climate at 5 pm, Civic Arts at 6 pm, Disaster and Fire Safety and the Police Accountability Board both meet at 7 pm.
Thursday – Multi-commission meeting at 11 am on civic Center, Council starts with closed session at 4:30 pm, expected special meeting at 5 pm and regular meeting at 6 pm. Waterfront bike Park meeting at 6:30 pm.
Friday – Elmwood business district meets at 9 am and IKE Kiosks are on the agenda. Civic Arts Grant subcommittee meets at 9:30 am.
The Housing Element Draft Environmental Impact Report is a plan for adding 19,098 housing units not the RHNA 8,934. As stated at the Planning Commission in the presentation, the larger number is to push changing zoning in the City of Berkeley. The Comment Period ends October 17, 2022 at 5 pm. The document including appendices is over 500 pages.
https://berkeleyca.gov/construction-development/land-use-development/general-plan-and-area-plans/housing-element-update
Don’t forget to check for meetings posted on short notice https://berkeleyca.gov/
Sunday, September 25, 2022 - Rosh Hashanah begins
Berkeley Equity Summit Series #10 2022 Candidates at 6 pm – 8:30 pm
Videoconference: https://bit.ly/3aKPafw
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 818 2594 9827 PassWord: 028103
AGENDA: We’ll hear from Berkeley Equity Summit Alliance members and neighbors of Friends of sponsored in Collaboration with Friends of Adeline who are Candidates, in Berkeley and Beyond
Monday, September 26, 2022 – Rosh Hashanah – no city meetings
Tuesday, September 27, 2022 - Rosh Hashanah ends
3 x 3 COMMITTEE City Council/Berkeley Housing Authority at 5 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85038839392
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 850 3883 9392
AGENDA: 4. Discussion/Updates Berkeley Housing Authority Programs a. Housing Choice Voucher Waitlist opening, b. Emergency Housing Vouchers c. Project-based RFP, d. Executive Director Search, 5. Affordable Housing Berkeley Updates a. Strategic Planning, b. North Berkeley BART Project, 6. Council Items, 7. Housing Bond Measure Update.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/3x3-committee
Wednesday, September 28, 2022
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82992582463
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 829 9258 2463
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 10/11/2022 draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda after list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council workssessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review: 8. a. COVID, b. Return to In-person meetings for legislative bodies, Unscheduled Items: 19. Discussion Regarding Design and Strengthening of Policy Committees, 10. Supporting Commissions, Guidance on Legislative Proposals.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
4x4 JOINT TASK FORCE COMMITTEE ON HOUSING: Rent Board/City Council at 3 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81975393372?pwd=S21hNlFtKzJ0amRPczFneVFHVE1HZz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 819 7539 3372 Passcode: 282147
AGENDA: 6. Update on implementation of Rental Housing Safety Program’s cyclical inspection process, 7. Discussion on amendments to Berkeley Housing Code, 8. Discussion/Possible policy recommendation to Council regarding Tenant Habitability Plan Ordinance, 9. Discussion/possible recommendation on signage related to Elevator Ordinance, 10. Discussion proposed demolition of 8 dwelling units at 2435 Haste, 11. Discussion proposed demolition of 8 dwelling units at 2429-33 San Pablo, 12. Update Demolition Ordinance.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/4x4-joint-task-force-committee-housing
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86147520326
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 861 4752 0326
AGENDA: 5. Chair’s Report, 6. Presentations, Discussion & Action a) Toverii Tuppa (Finnish Hall) Arts Space going to Tax Auction, b) Recap retreat, c) Role of Chairs, d) Mural Design by Rachel Wolfe-Goldsmith for James Kenney Recreation Center, e) Mildred Howard sculpture budget increase, f) Commissioner representatives on civic Center Vision Committee, 7. Staff updates, 8. Committee Reports,
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
DISASTER AND FIRE SAFETY COMMISSION at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1601651815
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 160 165 1815
AGENDA: 1. Fire Dept Staff Report including Measure GG and FF Budget Updates, 4. Community Wildfire Protection Plan, 5. Fire Department Facilities Master Plan, 6. Safe Passages, 7. AB 3047, 8. Recording of Commission Meetings, 9. Review of process for evaluation and making recommendations for Measure GG and FF Tax Rates.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/disaster-and-fire-safety-commission
ENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATE COMMISSION at 5 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89048281872
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 890 4828 1872
AGENDA: 8. Update on $1.5 million just transition healthy home electrification pilot program, 9. Local Building Code Amendments, 10. Old Items a. EC Fuel station Co2 labels, b. Fuel Station CO2 labels, c. &d. Prohibition on resale of used combustion vehicles, e. Lead paint.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/environment-and-climate-commission
POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82237902987
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 822 3790 2987
AGENDA: 3. Public Comment on agenda and non-agenda items, 7. Chief Reports, 9. Old Business a. Finalize review draft proposed permanent Regulations for Handling Investigations and Complaints, 10. a. PAB Social Event.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
Thursday, September 29, 2022
MULTI-COMMISSION MEETING (PUBLIC WORKS, LANDMARKS, CIVIC ARTS) at 11 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81499570453?pwd=Qk9tU3BFbml2bFg0TWlmVGVTeHJGZz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 814 9957 0453 Passcode: 528648
AGENDA: Presentation of Initial Civic Center Conceptual Design for Maudelle Shirek (old city hall), Veterans Building and Civic Center Park.
(meeting notice is not posted on City Website)
CITY COUNCIL Closed Session at 4:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87111562314
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 871 1156 2314
AGENDA: 1. Public Employee Appointments a. Director of Police Accountability.
https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-closed-meeting-eagenda-september-29-2022
CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 5 pm (not officially posted as of 10:23 pm on 9-23-2022)
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89476550043
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 894 7655 0043
AGENDA: Oversight responsibilities for General Obligation Bond Measure
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
(Council meeting on Thursday September 29 instead of usual Tuesday Rosh Hashanah ends Tuesday)
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89476550043
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 894 7655 0043
AGENDA: full agenda list follows list of meetings by day of the week or use link.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
WATERFRONT BIKE PARK COMMUNITY WORKSHOP #2 at 6:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81122718961
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 811 2271 8961 Passcode 94710
AGENDA: Design for BMX are not available on webpage
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/waterfront-bike-park-community-workshop-2
Friday, September 30, 2022
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION Grants Subcommittee at 9:30 am
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1604123550
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 Meeting ID: 160 412 3550
AGENDA: 5. A) FY24 Guidelines Discussion eligibility, review, criteria and other policies and considerations for arts Organizations Festivals and individual artist project grants.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
ELMWOOD BUSINESS DISTRICT ADVISORY BOARD at 9 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84812077437
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 848 1207 7437
AGENDA: V. Annual Budget, VIII. IKE Kiosk update
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/elmwood-business-improvement-district-advisory-board
Saturday, October 1, 2022 & Sunday, October 2, 2022 – no city meetings found
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AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm, WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 28, 2022
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82992582463
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 829 9258 2463
DRAFT AGENDA for October 11 City Council Regular Meeting
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
CONSENT:
1.2nd reading - 2023 Tax Rate: Transportation Network Company User prearranged trip originating in Berkeley single rider 53.775 cents, pooled 26.249 cents per user.
2.2nd reading - Zoning Ordinance amendments technical edits,
3.Legislative bodies to meet via videoconference,
4.Formal Bid Solicitations $1,628,600
5.Amend Contract 3220192 add $100,000with Alameda Co. Network of Mental Health Clients for one additional homeless outreach staff member and extend to 12/31/2023
6.Revenue Grant WIC projected $1,810,197 for Federal FY 2023 – 2025
7.Expand Program Manager Series by establishing Principal Program Manager Classification and Salary Rage,
8.Establish Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Officer Classification and Salary Range
9.Assistant to the City attorney Classification and Salary,
10.Revision of the Tool Lending Specialist Classification
11.Contract $500,000 with Abbe & Assoc LLC for the development of the Integrated Zero Waste Management Strategic Plan
12.Housing Advisory Commission - Harriet Tubman Terrace Tenant Support Recommend following action, Review Tenants video, Direct City Manager to investigate health and safety violations, provide dedicated tenant advocate to assist with relocation and other needs,
13.Taplin – Regulation of Autonomous Vehicles
14.Harrison co-sponsor-Hahn - Adopt an Ordinance adding Chapter 13.09 to BMC Prohibiting Discriminatory Reports to Law Enforcement
15.Harrison – Referral to November 2022 AAO #1 Budget Process for $50,000 in additional traffic calming at MLK and Addison
ACTION:
16.CM – Amend Zoning to clarify and streamline the permit process for Amusement Devise Arcades
17.ZAB Appeal 2018 Blake Street #ZP2021-0095 six-story multi-family residential building with 12 units (including 2 low-income units),
18.Kesarwani co-sponsor Taplin – Residential Preferential Parking (RPP) Program expansion for West Berkeley Neighborhoods withint two blocks of commercial corridors
19.Harrison – Refer to the Transportation and Infrastructure Commission and City Manager to consider and make recommendations regarding policy of deploying rectangular rapid flashing beacons and other treatments at dangerous or high-collision pedestrian and bicycle intersections
20.Hahn co-sponsor ArreguinLand Acknowledgement Recognizing Berkeley as the Ancestral, Unceded Home of the Ohlone people
INFORMATION REPORTS:
21.Healthy Checkout Ordinance Bi-annual Review
22.Commission on Disability FY 2022-2023 Work Plan.
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 29, 2022
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89476550043
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 894 7655 0043
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA:
Presentation by Leilani Farha, former Special Rapporteur on the right to adequate housing for the United Nations
CONSENT:
1.2nd reading – Lease Agreement: 80 (North Building), 82/84 & 90 Bolivar Drive in Aquatic Park with Waterside Workshops,
2.2nd reading – Correction to COVID-19 Emergency Response Ordinance
3.2nd reading – Repeal Ordinance 7,643-N.S BMC 14.40.120 (ordinance to prohibit any heavy duty commercial vehicle on any street between the hours of 2 am and 5 am for greater than 1 hour),
4.Urgency Ordinance Extending the Lease for Real Property at 742 Grayson for additional month $26,379 Measure P Funds
5.Formal bid solicitations $15,891,000
6.Contract 47QSEA21D002V $375,000 through June 30, 2024 with Gaumard Scientific Company, Inc for High Fidelity Training Equipment,
ACTION:
7.ZAB Appeal: 1201-1205 San Pablo Use Permit #ZP2021-0070 to construct 6-story mixed-use building on a vacant lot, 66 units (including 5 very low income units), 1680 sq ft of commercial space, 2614 sq ft of usable open space, and 17 to 28 ground-level parking spaces, staff recommends dismiss the appeal,
INFORMATION REPORTS:
8.City Auditor - Audit Recommendation status – Berkeley Police: Improvements Needed to Manage Overtime and Security Work Outside Entities
9.City Auditor – New Audit Recommendation Dashboard – Dashboard shows status of audit finding recommendations and progress toward resolving finding
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LAND USE CALENDAR:
Public Hearing to be scheduled
1201 – 1205 San Pablo (construct mixed-use building) 9/29/2022
2018 Blake (construct multi-family residential building) 10/6/2022
1643-47 California (new basement and 2nd story) 11/3/2022
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with the End of the Appeal Period
Bad news on tracking approved projects in the appeal period. Samantha Updegrave, Zoning Officer, Principal Planner wrote the listing of projects in the appeal period can only be found by looking up each project individually through permits online by address or permit number https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/2022-03/Online-Building-Permits-Guide.pdf
The website with easy to find listing of projects in the appeal period was left on the “cutting room floor” another casualty of the conversion to the new City of Berkeley website.
Here is the old website link, Please ask for it to be restored.
WORKSESSIONS:
September 29 Oversight responsibilities for General Obligation Bond Measure special meeting time 5 pm
October 11 Measure O Report and Update at 4 pm
Unscheduled Presentations
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Fire Facilities Study Report
African American Holistic Resource Center (November 15)
Worth Noting:
Rosh Hashanah begins Sunday evening and ends Tuesday evening.
City Council - The Agenda committee meets on Wednesday at 2:30 pm and the Regular City Council meeting is Thursday evening at 6 pm. A special Council meeting is listed for 5 pm on Thursday in the agenda packet on oversight of the General Obligation bond, however, this meeting is not officially posted. Links for special meetings preceding regular Council meetings usually use the same videoconference and teleconference links.
Tuesday - The 3 x 3 Committee meeting at 5 pm on Tuesday lists North Berkeley BART in the Agenda.
Wednesday – The last January 6th hearing is supposed to start at 9:30 am PDT. Agenda committee at 2:30 pm, the 4 x 4 Committee at 3 pm, Environment and Climate at 5 pm, Civic Arts at 6 pm, Disaster and Fire Safety and the Police Accountability Board both meet at 7 pm.
Thursday – Multi-commission meeting at 11 am on civic Center, Council starts with closed session at 4:30 pm, expected special meeting at 5 pm and regular meeting at 6 pm. Waterfront bike Park meeting at 6:30 pm.
Friday – Elmwood business district meets at 9 am and IKE Kiosks are on the agenda. Civic Arts Grant subcommittee meets at 9:30 am.
The Housing Element Draft Environmental Impact Report is a plan for adding 19,098 housing units not the RHNA 8,934. As stated at the Planning Commission in the presentation, the larger number is to push changing zoning in the City of Berkeley. The Comment Period ends October 17, 2022 at 5 pm. The document including appendices is over 500 pages.
https://berkeleyca.gov/construction-development/land-use-development/general-plan-and-area-plans/housing-element-update
Don’t forget to check for meetings posted on short notice https://berkeleyca.gov/
Sunday, September 25, 2022 - Rosh Hashanah begins
Berkeley Equity Summit Series #10 2022 Candidates at 6 pm – 8:30 pm
Videoconference: https://bit.ly/3aKPafw
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 818 2594 9827 PassWord: 028103
AGENDA: We’ll hear from Berkeley Equity Summit Alliance members and neighbors of Friends of sponsored in Collaboration with Friends of Adeline who are Candidates, in Berkeley and Beyond
Monday, September 26, 2022 – Rosh Hashanah – no city meetings
Tuesday, September 27, 2022 - Rosh Hashanah ends
3 x 3 COMMITTEE City Council/Berkeley Housing Authority at 5 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85038839392
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 850 3883 9392
AGENDA: 4. Discussion/Updates Berkeley Housing Authority Programs a. Housing Choice Voucher Waitlist opening, b. Emergency Housing Vouchers c. Project-based RFP, d. Executive Director Search, 5. Affordable Housing Berkeley Updates a. Strategic Planning, b. North Berkeley BART Project, 6. Council Items, 7. Housing Bond Measure Update.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/3x3-committee
Wednesday, September 28, 2022
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82992582463
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 829 9258 2463
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 10/11/2022 draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda after list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council workssessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review: 8. a. COVID, b. Return to In-person meetings for legislative bodies, Unscheduled Items: 19. Discussion Regarding Design and Strengthening of Policy Committees, 10. Supporting Commissions, Guidance on Legislative Proposals.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
4x4 JOINT TASK FORCE COMMITTEE ON HOUSING: Rent Board/City Council at 3 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81975393372?pwd=S21hNlFtKzJ0amRPczFneVFHVE1HZz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 819 7539 3372 Passcode: 282147
AGENDA: 6. Update on implementation of Rental Housing Safety Program’s cyclical inspection process, 7. Discussion on amendments to Berkeley Housing Code, 8. Discussion/Possible policy recommendation to Council regarding Tenant Habitability Plan Ordinance, 9. Discussion/possible recommendation on signage related to Elevator Ordinance, 10. Discussion proposed demolition of 8 dwelling units at 2435 Haste, 11. Discussion proposed demolition of 8 dwelling units at 2429-33 San Pablo, 12. Update Demolition Ordinance.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/4x4-joint-task-force-committee-housing
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86147520326
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 861 4752 0326
AGENDA: 5. Chair’s Report, 6. Presentations, Discussion & Action a) Toverii Tuppa (Finnish Hall) Arts Space going to Tax Auction, b) Recap retreat, c) Role of Chairs, d) Mural Design by Rachel Wolfe-Goldsmith for James Kenney Recreation Center, e) Mildred Howard sculpture budget increase, f) Commissioner representatives on civic Center Vision Committee, 7. Staff updates, 8. Committee Reports,
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
DISASTER AND FIRE SAFETY COMMISSION at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1601651815
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 160 165 1815
AGENDA: 1. Fire Dept Staff Report including Measure GG and FF Budget Updates, 4. Community Wildfire Protection Plan, 5. Fire Department Facilities Master Plan, 6. Safe Passages, 7. AB 3047, 8. Recording of Commission Meetings, 9. Review of process for evaluation and making recommendations for Measure GG and FF Tax Rates.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/disaster-and-fire-safety-commission
ENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATE COMMISSION at 5 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89048281872
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 890 4828 1872
AGENDA: 8. Update on $1.5 million just transition healthy home electrification pilot program, 9. Local Building Code Amendments, 10. Old Items a. EC Fuel station Co2 labels, b. Fuel Station CO2 labels, c. &d. Prohibition on resale of used combustion vehicles, e. Lead paint.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/environment-and-climate-commission
POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82237902987
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 822 3790 2987
AGENDA: 3. Public Comment on agenda and non-agenda items, 7. Chief Reports, 9. Old Business a. Finalize review draft proposed permanent Regulations for Handling Investigations and Complaints, 10. a. PAB Social Event.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
Thursday, September 29, 2022
MULTI-COMMISSION MEETING (PUBLIC WORKS, LANDMARKS, CIVIC ARTS) at 11 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81499570453?pwd=Qk9tU3BFbml2bFg0TWlmVGVTeHJGZz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 814 9957 0453 Passcode: 528648
AGENDA: Presentation of Initial Civic Center Conceptual Design for Maudelle Shirek (old city hall), Veterans Building and Civic Center Park.
(meeting notice is not posted on City Website)
CITY COUNCIL Closed Session at 4:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87111562314
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 871 1156 2314
AGENDA: 1. Public Employee Appointments a. Director of Police Accountability.
https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-closed-meeting-eagenda-september-29-2022
CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 5 pm (not officially posted as of 10:23 pm on 9-23-2022)
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89476550043
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 894 7655 0043
AGENDA: Oversight responsibilities for General Obligation Bond Measure
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
(Council meeting on Thursday September 29 instead of usual Tuesday Rosh Hashanah ends Tuesday)
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89476550043
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 894 7655 0043
AGENDA: full agenda list follows list of meetings by day of the week or use link.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
WATERFRONT BIKE PARK COMMUNITY WORKSHOP #2 at 6:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81122718961
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 811 2271 8961 Passcode 94710
AGENDA: Design for BMX are not available on webpage
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/waterfront-bike-park-community-workshop-2
Friday, September 30, 2022
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION Grants Subcommittee at 9:30 am
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1604123550
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 Meeting ID: 160 412 3550
AGENDA: 5. A) FY24 Guidelines Discussion eligibility, review, criteria and other policies and considerations for arts Organizations Festivals and individual artist project grants.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
ELMWOOD BUSINESS DISTRICT ADVISORY BOARD at 9 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84812077437
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 848 1207 7437
AGENDA: V. Annual Budget, VIII. IKE Kiosk update
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/elmwood-business-improvement-district-advisory-board
Saturday, October 1, 2022 & Sunday, October 2, 2022 – no city meetings found
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AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm, WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 28, 2022
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82992582463
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 829 9258 2463
DRAFT AGENDA for October 11 City Council Regular Meeting
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
CONSENT:
1.2nd reading - 2023 Tax Rate: Transportation Network Company User prearranged trip originating in Berkeley single rider 53.775 cents, pooled 26.249 cents per user.
2.2nd reading - Zoning Ordinance amendments technical edits,
3.Legislative bodies to meet via videoconference,
4.Formal Bid Solicitations $1,628,600
5.Amend Contract 3220192 add $100,000with Alameda Co. Network of Mental Health Clients for one additional homeless outreach staff member and extend to 12/31/2023
6.Revenue Grant WIC projected $1,810,197 for Federal FY 2023 – 2025
7.Expand Program Manager Series by establishing Principal Program Manager Classification and Salary Rage,
8.Establish Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Officer Classification and Salary Range
9.Assistant to the City attorney Classification and Salary,
10.Revision of the Tool Lending Specialist Classification
11.Contract $500,000 with Abbe & Assoc LLC for the development of the Integrated Zero Waste Management Strategic Plan
12.Housing Advisory Commission - Harriet Tubman Terrace Tenant Support Recommend following action, Review Tenants video, Direct City Manager to investigate health and safety violations, provide dedicated tenant advocate to assist with relocation and other needs,
13.Taplin – Regulation of Autonomous Vehicles
14.Harrison co-sponsor-Hahn - Adopt an Ordinance adding Chapter 13.09 to BMC Prohibiting Discriminatory Reports to Law Enforcement
15.Harrison – Referral to November 2022 AAO #1 Budget Process for $50,000 in additional traffic calming at MLK and Addison
ACTION:
16.CM – Amend Zoning to clarify and streamline the permit process for Amusement Devise Arcades
17.ZAB Appeal 2018 Blake Street #ZP2021-0095 six-story multi-family residential building with 12 units (including 2 low-income units),
18.Kesarwani co-sponsor Taplin – Residential Preferential Parking (RPP) Program expansion for West Berkeley Neighborhoods withint two blocks of commercial corridors
19.Harrison – Refer to the Transportation and Infrastructure Commission and City Manager to consider and make recommendations regarding policy of deploying rectangular rapid flashing beacons and other treatments at dangerous or high-collision pedestrian and bicycle intersections
20.Hahn co-sponsor ArreguinLand Acknowledgement Recognizing Berkeley as the Ancestral, Unceded Home of the Ohlone people
INFORMATION REPORTS:
21.Healthy Checkout Ordinance Bi-annual Review
22.Commission on Disability FY 2022-2023 Work Plan.
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 29, 2022
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89476550043
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 894 7655 0043
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA:
Presentation by Leilani Farha, former Special Rapporteur on the right to adequate housing for the United Nations
CONSENT:
1.2nd reading – Lease Agreement: 80 (North Building), 82/84 & 90 Bolivar Drive in Aquatic Park with Waterside Workshops,
2.2nd reading – Correction to COVID-19 Emergency Response Ordinance
3.2nd reading – Repeal Ordinance 7,643-N.S BMC 14.40.120 (ordinance to prohibit any heavy duty commercial vehicle on any street between the hours of 2 am and 5 am for greater than 1 hour),
4.Urgency Ordinance Extending the Lease for Real Property at 742 Grayson for additional month $26,379 Measure P Funds
5.Formal bid solicitations $15,891,000
6.Contract 47QSEA21D002V $375,000 through June 30, 2024 with Gaumard Scientific Company, Inc for High Fidelity Training Equipment,
ACTION:
7.ZAB Appeal: 1201-1205 San Pablo Use Permit #ZP2021-0070 to construct 6-story mixed-use building on a vacant lot, 66 units (including 5 very low income units), 1680 sq ft of commercial space, 2614 sq ft of usable open space, and 17 to 28 ground-level parking spaces, staff recommends dismiss the appeal,
INFORMATION REPORTS:
8.City Auditor - Audit Recommendation status – Berkeley Police: Improvements Needed to Manage Overtime and Security Work Outside Entities
9.City Auditor – New Audit Recommendation Dashboard – Dashboard shows status of audit finding recommendations and progress toward resolving finding
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LAND USE CALENDAR:
Public Hearing to be scheduled
1201 – 1205 San Pablo (construct mixed-use building) 9/29/2022
2018 Blake (construct multi-family residential building) 10/6/2022
1643-47 California (new basement and 2nd story) 11/3/2022
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with the End of the Appeal Period
Bad news on tracking approved projects in the appeal period. Samantha Updegrave, Zoning Officer, Principal Planner wrote the listing of projects in the appeal period can only be found by looking up each project individually through permits online by address or permit number https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/2022-03/Online-Building-Permits-Guide.pdf
The website with easy to find listing of projects in the appeal period was left on the “cutting room floor” another casualty of the conversion to the new City of Berkeley website.
Here is the old website link, Please ask for it to be restored.
WORKSESSIONS:
September 29 Oversight responsibilities for General Obligation Bond Measure special meeting time 5 pm
October 11 Measure O Report and Update at 4 pm
Unscheduled Presentations
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Fire Facilities Study Report
African American Holistic Resource Center (November 15)
September 4 - September 11, 2022
Worth Noting:
Tuesday City Council is officially on recess, but the Agenda Committee meets at 2:30 pm to plan the September 20th Council meeting (the draft agenda follows posts by day of the week). The full council meets at 4:30 pm in closed session. The PAB Director is on the agenda. The Personnel Board meets at 7 pm to consider new classifications and salaries. For ease of review the annual salaries are included in this summary.
Wednesday afternoon the IKE Kiosk location meeting for the Gillman District is at 2 pm. The evening is packed with the Commission on Disability at 6 pm, the Library Trustees at 6:30 pm will consider modifications of policies for the tool lending library, the Homeless Panel of Experts at 7 pm will consider allocation of Measure P monies and the Planning Commission at 7 pm has one agenda item the DEIR for the Housing Element. Catalyst Town Hall session 3 on housing starts at 5 pm.
Thursday morning is a free webinar on Toxics and Reproductive Health at 10 am, the Loan Administration meets at 12 noon, the Fair Campaign Practices and Open Government Commission meets at 6 pm and ZAB meets at 7 pm. The ZAB posting is not “live” which means there are no working links to the projects being reviewed and no zoom link. Check the ZAB website later for updates. The League of women Voters candidate forums begin on Thursday with District 8 at 5 pm and District 1 at 7:30 pm.
Saturday BNC holds the BUSD School Board forum at 10 am.
Sunday, September 11th is the Solano Stroll.
The September 13th regular Council meeting agenda is available for comment with the full list of agenda items and links at the end of this email.
Don’t forget to check for meetings posted on short notice https://berkeleyca.gov/
Tuesday, September 6, 2022
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Special Meeting at 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1601730715
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 160 173 0715
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 9/20/2022 draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda after list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council workssessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review: 8. COVID, 9. Return to In-person meetings for legislative bodies, Unscheduled Items: 10. Discussion Regarding Design and Strengthening of Policy Committees, 11. Supporting Commissions, Guidance on Legislative Proposals.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
CITY COUNIL CLOSED Session at 4:30 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1619251833
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 161 925 1833
AGENDA: 1. Conference with Legal Councel – existing litigation a. Deal v. CoB Alameda Cpunty Superior Court Case No. RG21110607, b. Secure Justice v. CoB alameda County Superior Court Case No. 21CV003630, c. Timothy Gardner v. CoB, U.S. District Court Northern District Case No. 3:18-cv-7784, 2. Public Employee Appointments a. Director of Police Accountability, b. Director of Information Technology.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
PERSONNEL BOARD at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87659944705?pwd=ck5ZRkZYRXlwdDdwOStwSGlFelc3Zz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 576 5994 4705 Passcode: 87625
AGENDA: All salary ranges are annual - VI. Recommendation to revise the classification and salary range ($110,780.76 to $133,952.04) of Disability Services Specialist to ADA Program Coordinator, VII. Recommendation to revise the classification and salary range ($166,896 to $204,912) of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Officer, VIII. Recommendation to establish the classification and salary range ($137,966.40 to $181,292.76) of Assistant to the City Attorney, IX. Recommendation to revise the Deputy City Attorney I-III Classification and establish Deputy City Attorney IV Classification and Salary Range, ($191,236.44 to $235,123.20), X. Recommendation to expand the Program Manager Series base range ($94,657.32 to $112,367.88) by establishing the Principal Program Manager classification and salary range ($151,819.20 to $183,718.85).
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/personnel-board
Wednesday, September 7, 2022
IKE Smart City Kiosk Phase II at 2 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89186865266?pwd=R2VxSlZzL2FNRDNSd0dXNlEwMkdkdz09
AGENDA: Round 2 Location Community meeting Gilman District
https://www.visitberkeley.com/plan-your-trip/ike-kiosks/
BOARD OF LIBRARY TRUSTEES at 6:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_3yJHTmTMSUmywstW8mYuKg?_x_zm_rtaid=WYCllGN5QVaPE_l85pMVSg
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 860 4230 6505
AGENDA: Consent item C. approve preparing for 20th Annual Authors Dinner Event on March 4, 2023, D. Purchase Order for $75,000 for vehicle, Action: A. Circulation Policy Update on reducing limitations on tool lending library, eliminating fines, simplifying tool lending periods, B. Bylaws update.
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
COMMISSION ON DISABILITY at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85490170295?pwd=RDhBWDdVSUY5RzZQYXhkUTkyUk90Zz09
Teleconference: 1-699-900-9128 Meeting ID: 854 9017 0295
AGENDA: No action items, items for discussion 1. Inclusive Disaster Registry, 2. Accessibility of Voicemail system, 3. Public participation, 4. Berkeley Bike Plan, 5. Data, Outreach & Access to City of Berkeley Programs and Services.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-disability
HOMELESS SERVICES PANEL OF EXPERTS at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/92491365323
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 924 9136 5323
AGENDA: 7. Progressive real estate transfer tax reform proposal to amend Measure P, 8.9. Letter of support for allocation of Measure P monies towards development of supportive housing at 1367 University, 10. Discussion and possible action of site visit to STAIR/Pathways.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/homeless-services-panel-experts
PLANNING COMMISSION at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83514287347
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 835 1428 7347
AGENDA: one action item 9. Public Hearing: Draft Environmental Impact Report (DEIR) Housing element Update Project (packet 589 pages includes the DEIR)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/planning-commission
Community Catalysts for Local Control at 5 pm
Go to website to register: https://catalystsca.org/activities/townhall-2022/
AGENDA: Housing Solutions and California’s Failed Policies with Bob Silvestri
The Town Hall series is recorded and available at https://catalystsca.org/activities/townhall-2022/
Thursday, September 8, 2022
LEAGUE of WOMEN VOTERS CANDIDATE FORUMS
Berkeley City Council District 8 at 5 pm
Berkeley City Council District 1 at 6:30 pm
Use website to register for videoconference and submit questions
https://www.lwvbae.org/league-news/all-candidate-forums/
LOAN ADMINISTRATION BOARD at 12 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83730465774?pwd=TEpQT1NjalZJME5RZDA5YjdGWjFGdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 837 3046 5774
AGENDA: B) Program Review a. 11 active loans for $520,000, b. $294,000 in funding available for lending and admin costs, c. Working Solutions CDFI under contract for loan servicing and technical assistance, C) Action Items i) Receive a request from the California Jazz Conservancy to modify guarantors of loan #0477 ii) Declare loan #480 to Kidventurez as Default an authorize recovery against collateral, iii) Consider resuming loan repayment requirements for RLF loan recipients.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/loan-administration-board
FAIR CAMPAIGN PRACTICES (FCPC) and OPEN GOVERNMENT COMMISSION (OGC) at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82004135411
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 820 0413 5411
AGENDA: packet is 233 pages 6. FCPC report from office holder accounts (pages 8 – 82), 7. Review of contribution limits (pages 83 – 104), 9. Presentation: Due Process in FCPC and OGC Quasi-Judicial Proceedings, 10. Informational items Berkeley Election Reform Act – A Guide to Navigating Local Election Rules (pages 104 – 135), 11. Matching funds disbursed (page 136), 12. Certification of Public Financing Program Participants (pages 137 – 233)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/fair-campaign-practices-commission
ZONING ADJUSTMENTS BOARD
Videoconference: not provided CHECK for ZOOM LATER use website link
Teleconference: Meeting ID:
AGENDA: on consent
2377 Oregon – on consent – demolish single family dwelling and construct new 2614 sq ft 2-story single family dwelling with one off-street parking space on non-conforming lot
2390 Fourth Street – on consent – all existing full-service restaurant to serve beer and wine
742 Grayson – on consent - demolish two non-residential buildings on 2.5 acre industrial site and construct a research and development (R&D) and manufacturing building consisting of approx. 213,000 sq ft of gross floor area and a parking garage with 325 spaces
1151 Grizzly Peak – staff recommend approve – legalize one accessory building in the rear setback on single-family lot
2136 San Pablo – new public hearing – DEIR scoping session (comments dues 9/16/2022 by 5 pm) and project preview – demolish existing 9281 sq ft 1-story non-residential building and construct new 123 unit 6-story mixed-use with 3-live/work and parking garage with 50 off-street auto parking spaces on ground floor, density bonus project with 10 units to very low income households.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zoning-adjustments-board
Webinar: How Environmental Toxicity, Inequity and Capitalism Affect Reproductive Health at 10 am (webinar is free)
Register: https://bit.ly/3A3Ev8o
AGENDA: will unveil a new report written by the Center called "The Influence of Environmental Toxicity, Inequity and Capitalism on Reproductive Health". The report describes the reproductive harm caused by fossil fuel extraction, plastic products, industrial agriculture, and climate change. The webinar will discuss these topics along with case studies and solutions.
Sponsored by Center for Biological Diversity https://www.biologicaldiversity.org/
Friday, September 9, 2022 – no meetings found
Saturday, September 10, 2022
BERKELEY NEIGHBORHOODS COUNCIL at 10 am
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85935407339?pwd=S1VmYkhzOTkxVkJNaXNlOXpVK3dLQT09
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 859 3540 7339 Passcode: 349962
AGENDA: Election Forum – BUSD School Board, 10 am introductions, 10:10 – 10:30 Candidate statements (Ka’Dojah Brown, Mike Chang, Norma J F Harrison, Reichi Lee, Tatiana Guerreiro Ramos, Jennifer Shanoski), 10:30 – 12 noon Questions for the Candidates.
Co-sponsored with BCA
https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/
SOLANO STROLL-ISH 10 am – 5 pm
A sidewalk event with activities, entertainment – (the mini stroll – no booths)
https://www.solanoavenueassn.org/events/solano-avenue-stroll/
Sunday, September 11, 2022
SOLANO STROLL 10 am – 5 pm,
A closed street event with booths, food, entertainment, crafters (the big event)
https://www.solanoavenueassn.org/events/solano-avenue-stroll/
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Tuesday, September 6, 2022
AGENDA and RULES COMMITTEE at 2:30 pm
CITY COUNCIL DRAFT AGENDA for SEPTEMBER 20, 2022
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1601730715
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 160 173 0715
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
AGENDA CONSENT:
1.Resolution Local Emergency Due to COVID-19
2.City Legislative Bodies to continue to meet via videoconference
3.Establish the 2023 Council meeting schedule with starting time 6 pm
4.2023 Tax Rate: Transportation Network Company User Tax (lyft, Uber, etc.) for trips originating in CoB $0.53885 single rider, $0.26249 per person pooled trip
5.Amend Contract No. 084349-1 add $45,000 total $261,282 with AMCS Inc for Zero Wste PC Software Maintenance and Professional Services and extend from 7/1/2022 thru 6/31/2025 (June has only 30 days),
6.Purchase Order using General Services Administration for $250,000 for vehicles – the type of vehicles or whether combustion engine or EV to be purchased is not specified
7.Amend Contract No. 105921-1 add $195,000 total $1,047,200 with TruPoint Solutions LLC for Accela professional services and extend 2 years 6/1/2015 to 6/30/2024,
8.Contract $714,022 with SCS Engineers to provide engineering, maintenance, and monitoring services for the landfill to meet mandatory compliance requirements at Cesar Chavez Park from 1/1/2023 – 6/30/2026
9.Contracts on-call arborist services $125,000 Davey Resource Group, Inc, HortScience Bartlett Consulting $125,000 11/1/2022 – 12/31/2025
10.Contracts on-call engineering services total $6,900,000, 1. CSW Stuber-Stroeh Engineering Group, Inc $750,000, 2. HDR Engineering, Inc. $750,000, 3. LCC Engineering & Surveying, Inc $1,500,000, 4. Mark Thomas & Company, Inc $750,000, 5. Park Engineering, Inc $1,500,000, 6. Pavement Engineering Inc $1,500,000, 7. SCI Consulting Group $150,000
11.Amend Contract No. 10350 (112199-1) add $100,000 total $250,000 with Technology, Engineering, and Construction, Inc for tank maintenance and certification services and extend to 6/30/2024,
12.Amend Contract No. 31900085 add $45,000 total $231,472 with Syntech Systems, Inc for service and support of infrastructure and software for City’s Fleet Fueling Program,
13.Contract $177,218.68 includes contingency $23,115 with Shaw Industries for Civic Center Building Replacement Project,
ACTION:
14.CM & Jordan Klein - Zoning Ordinance Amendments Making Technical Edits and Corrections includes, zoning districts, C-C, C-e, C-NS, C-DMU, Protected Uses, Setbacks, Usable Open Space, Required Parking Spaces, Design Review,
15.Hahn co-sponsors Taplin, Bartlett - Restoring and Improving Access to City of Berkeley Website and Archival Materials,
16.CM & Lisa Warhuus - Extending Community Agency for 1 year at existing levels and postponing RFP process until FY 2024,
17.Arreguin co-sponsors Bartlett, Hahn, Taplin – refer to city attorney and CM to draft ordinance on apprenticeship training standards (HARD HAT ORDINANCE)
Information Reports:
18.Audit status Report Response: Code Enforcement Resources Significantly Constrained and Improvements Needed in Case Management and Oversight
19.Update on the Implementation of Fair and Impartial Policing Task Force Recommendations.
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SEPTEMBER 13, 2022 CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1611765730
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 161 176 5730
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA CONSENT:
1.Amend Contract 084534-1 add $188,955 total $1,008,291.20 and extend from 9/30/2010 to 6/30/2024 with NextGen Helathcare Information Systems, Inc
2.Amend Contract 31900288 add $122,000 total $606,800 and extend to 6/30/2023 with Disability Access Consultants for ADA Transition Plan
3.Contract 32100194 add $260,000 total $4,556,733 with Bay Cities Paving & Grading, Inc for Street Rehabilitation FY 2021 Project
4.Minutes
5.Contract $87,675 with Municipal Resource Group for addressing impacts resulting from the Great Resignation
6.Amend Contract add $8000 total $228,000 and extend to 9/14/2023 with Orsolya Kuti, DVM for on-site veterinary services for Berkeley Animal Care Services,
7.Formal Bid Solicitation and RFP $440,000,
8.Request for Proposal for Project Homekey consider a reservation of up to $8.5 million in general funds collected pursuant to Measure P and/or other funding
9.Contract $120,000 for 10/1/2023 to 5/30/2023 with Tiana Sanchez International LLC for HHCS Equity Consulting services,
10.Amend Contract add $57,100 total $220,628 with Kings View Professional Services to provide mental health Financial reporting services thru 6/30/2024,
11.Submit grant agreements for $912,213 for Future of Public Health program for FY 2023,
12.Donation of Painting Services from MB Jessee Painting, Inc for interior areas of 1900 6th Street estimated value $8,994,
13.Amend Contract add 3 years 6/1/2022-6/30/2025 at decreased annual rate of $570,000 total $7,393,611 with Innovative Claim Solutions (ICS) for claims administration of the City’s Workers’ Compensation Program,
14.Contract $71,481 total $236,305 9/29/2022 – 9/28/2023 with AHEAD, Onc using California Department of General Services (CGS) for Varonis software licenses and professional services,
15.Lease Agreement 80 (North Building) 82/84 & 90 Bolivar Drive in Aquatic Park with Waterside Workshops for 11/1/2022 – 11/1/2031
16.Donation $3400 for Memorial Bench at Cesar Chavez Park in memory of Walt and Trudee Rowson,
17.Donation $3400 for Memorial Bench at Cesar Chavez Park in memory of Don Rothenberg,
18.Donation $3400 for Memorial Bench at Indian Rock Park in memory of Dave Altman,
19.Contract $480,000 with 14.58% contingency of $70,000 total $550,000 with Bellingham, Inc to replace and repair docks at the Berkeley Marina,
20.Revenue Grant $180,000 from California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) for 2023 Selective Enforcement Program (STEP) for 10/1/2022 – 9/30/2023
21.2022 Vision Zero Program (Berkeley Bicycle and Pedestrian Plans) Grant Applications authorizes CM to submit grant application to federal Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A),
22.Disaster and Fire Safety Commission –Red Curbs and Visible Signage, request for immediate remedial action to improve evacuation, replace signage as necessary and red curb fire hydrant areas and pinch points
23.Mental Health Commission – Appoint Judy Appel to Mental Health Commission,
24.Peace and Justice Commission – Adopt Resolution on Berkeley’s Commitment to Abortion Access
25.Arreguin, co-sponsors Robinson, Hahn - $1000 Expenditure Amount for Pacific Center for Human Growth,
26.Arreguin, co-sponsor Hahn - Correction to COVID-19 Emergency Response Ordinance BMC 13.110 Ordinance 7,762-N.S. relates to tenant protections
27.Taplin – Resolution in Support of High-Quality, Equitable Healthcare Services at UCSF,
28.Taplin - Berkeley Youth Alternative (BYA) Charity Golf Classic,
29.Taplin, co-sponsors Droste, Wengraf, Kesarwani – California Marriage Equality Resolution (repeal Prop 8)
30.Robinson, co-sponsors Taplin, Arreguin, Harrison – Keep Innovation in Berkeley refer to CM and Planning Commission to return to council Zoning Ordinance amendments, codified performance standards and other actions to encourage growth and retention of R & D,
31.Robinson & Bartlett – Relinquishment of up to $500 for Center for Independent Living’s 50th Anniversary,
ACTION:
32.Surveillance Technology Report, Surveillance Acquisition Report and Automatic License Plate Readers,
33.An Ordinance Repealing chapter BMC 12.76 and repealing ordinance 7643-N.S.– relates to campers, house cars, parking,
34.Taplin – Equitable Safe Streets and Climate Justice Resolution – Resolution committing to expenditure of City and state/federal matching/recurring funds on city-maintained roads, sidewalks and bike lanes to accelerate safety improvements,
35.Taplin, co-sponsor Robinson – Efficiency Unit Ordinance Reviewed by Land Use – Refer to City Manager and Planning Commission to adopt objective standards for Efficiency Unit Ordinance,
INFORMATION REPORTS
36.Council Shot Term Referral Process – Quarterly Update,
37.Federal Economic Relief Spending
38.Sanctuary City Contracting Compliance Report FY 2022
39.Environment and Climate Commission 2022 Work Plan
40.Planning Commission FY 2022-23 Work Plan
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LAND USE CALENDAR:
Public Hearing to be scheduled
1201 – 1205 San Pablo (construct mixed-use building) 9/29/2022
2018 Blake (construct multi-family residential building) 10/6/2022
1643-47 California (new basement and 2nd story) 11/3/2022
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with the End of the Appeal Period
Bad news on tracking approved projects in the appeal period. Samantha Updegrave, Zoning Officer, Principal Planner wrote the listing of projects in the appeal period can only be found by looking up each project individually through permits online by address or permit number https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/2022-03/Online-Building-Permits-Guide.pdf
The website with easy to find listing of projects in the appeal period was left on the “cutting room floor” another casualty of the conversion to the new City of Berkeley website.
Please ask for it to be restored.
WORKSESSIONS:
September 20 Residential Objective Standards for Middle Housing at 4 pm
October 6 Measure O Report and Update at 4 pm (If approved this meeting will be moved to October 11, 2022)
Unscheduled Presentations
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Fire Facilities Study Report
African American Holistic Resource Center (November 15)
(removed - Cannabis Health Considerations)
Worth Noting:
Tuesday City Council is officially on recess, but the Agenda Committee meets at 2:30 pm to plan the September 20th Council meeting (the draft agenda follows posts by day of the week). The full council meets at 4:30 pm in closed session. The PAB Director is on the agenda. The Personnel Board meets at 7 pm to consider new classifications and salaries. For ease of review the annual salaries are included in this summary.
Wednesday afternoon the IKE Kiosk location meeting for the Gillman District is at 2 pm. The evening is packed with the Commission on Disability at 6 pm, the Library Trustees at 6:30 pm will consider modifications of policies for the tool lending library, the Homeless Panel of Experts at 7 pm will consider allocation of Measure P monies and the Planning Commission at 7 pm has one agenda item the DEIR for the Housing Element. Catalyst Town Hall session 3 on housing starts at 5 pm.
Thursday morning is a free webinar on Toxics and Reproductive Health at 10 am, the Loan Administration meets at 12 noon, the Fair Campaign Practices and Open Government Commission meets at 6 pm and ZAB meets at 7 pm. The ZAB posting is not “live” which means there are no working links to the projects being reviewed and no zoom link. Check the ZAB website later for updates. The League of women Voters candidate forums begin on Thursday with District 8 at 5 pm and District 1 at 7:30 pm.
Saturday BNC holds the BUSD School Board forum at 10 am.
Sunday, September 11th is the Solano Stroll.
The September 13th regular Council meeting agenda is available for comment with the full list of agenda items and links at the end of this email.
Don’t forget to check for meetings posted on short notice https://berkeleyca.gov/
Tuesday, September 6, 2022
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Special Meeting at 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1601730715
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 160 173 0715
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 9/20/2022 draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda after list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council workssessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review: 8. COVID, 9. Return to In-person meetings for legislative bodies, Unscheduled Items: 10. Discussion Regarding Design and Strengthening of Policy Committees, 11. Supporting Commissions, Guidance on Legislative Proposals.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
CITY COUNIL CLOSED Session at 4:30 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1619251833
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 161 925 1833
AGENDA: 1. Conference with Legal Councel – existing litigation a. Deal v. CoB Alameda Cpunty Superior Court Case No. RG21110607, b. Secure Justice v. CoB alameda County Superior Court Case No. 21CV003630, c. Timothy Gardner v. CoB, U.S. District Court Northern District Case No. 3:18-cv-7784, 2. Public Employee Appointments a. Director of Police Accountability, b. Director of Information Technology.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
PERSONNEL BOARD at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87659944705?pwd=ck5ZRkZYRXlwdDdwOStwSGlFelc3Zz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 576 5994 4705 Passcode: 87625
AGENDA: All salary ranges are annual - VI. Recommendation to revise the classification and salary range ($110,780.76 to $133,952.04) of Disability Services Specialist to ADA Program Coordinator, VII. Recommendation to revise the classification and salary range ($166,896 to $204,912) of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Officer, VIII. Recommendation to establish the classification and salary range ($137,966.40 to $181,292.76) of Assistant to the City Attorney, IX. Recommendation to revise the Deputy City Attorney I-III Classification and establish Deputy City Attorney IV Classification and Salary Range, ($191,236.44 to $235,123.20), X. Recommendation to expand the Program Manager Series base range ($94,657.32 to $112,367.88) by establishing the Principal Program Manager classification and salary range ($151,819.20 to $183,718.85).
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/personnel-board
Wednesday, September 7, 2022
IKE Smart City Kiosk Phase II at 2 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89186865266?pwd=R2VxSlZzL2FNRDNSd0dXNlEwMkdkdz09
AGENDA: Round 2 Location Community meeting Gilman District
https://www.visitberkeley.com/plan-your-trip/ike-kiosks/
BOARD OF LIBRARY TRUSTEES at 6:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_3yJHTmTMSUmywstW8mYuKg?_x_zm_rtaid=WYCllGN5QVaPE_l85pMVSg
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 860 4230 6505
AGENDA: Consent item C. approve preparing for 20th Annual Authors Dinner Event on March 4, 2023, D. Purchase Order for $75,000 for vehicle, Action: A. Circulation Policy Update on reducing limitations on tool lending library, eliminating fines, simplifying tool lending periods, B. Bylaws update.
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
COMMISSION ON DISABILITY at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85490170295?pwd=RDhBWDdVSUY5RzZQYXhkUTkyUk90Zz09
Teleconference: 1-699-900-9128 Meeting ID: 854 9017 0295
AGENDA: No action items, items for discussion 1. Inclusive Disaster Registry, 2. Accessibility of Voicemail system, 3. Public participation, 4. Berkeley Bike Plan, 5. Data, Outreach & Access to City of Berkeley Programs and Services.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-disability
HOMELESS SERVICES PANEL OF EXPERTS at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/92491365323
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 924 9136 5323
AGENDA: 7. Progressive real estate transfer tax reform proposal to amend Measure P, 8.9. Letter of support for allocation of Measure P monies towards development of supportive housing at 1367 University, 10. Discussion and possible action of site visit to STAIR/Pathways.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/homeless-services-panel-experts
PLANNING COMMISSION at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83514287347
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 835 1428 7347
AGENDA: one action item 9. Public Hearing: Draft Environmental Impact Report (DEIR) Housing element Update Project (packet 589 pages includes the DEIR)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/planning-commission
Community Catalysts for Local Control at 5 pm
Go to website to register: https://catalystsca.org/activities/townhall-2022/
AGENDA: Housing Solutions and California’s Failed Policies with Bob Silvestri
The Town Hall series is recorded and available at https://catalystsca.org/activities/townhall-2022/
Thursday, September 8, 2022
LEAGUE of WOMEN VOTERS CANDIDATE FORUMS
Berkeley City Council District 8 at 5 pm
Berkeley City Council District 1 at 6:30 pm
Use website to register for videoconference and submit questions
https://www.lwvbae.org/league-news/all-candidate-forums/
LOAN ADMINISTRATION BOARD at 12 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83730465774?pwd=TEpQT1NjalZJME5RZDA5YjdGWjFGdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 837 3046 5774
AGENDA: B) Program Review a. 11 active loans for $520,000, b. $294,000 in funding available for lending and admin costs, c. Working Solutions CDFI under contract for loan servicing and technical assistance, C) Action Items i) Receive a request from the California Jazz Conservancy to modify guarantors of loan #0477 ii) Declare loan #480 to Kidventurez as Default an authorize recovery against collateral, iii) Consider resuming loan repayment requirements for RLF loan recipients.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/loan-administration-board
FAIR CAMPAIGN PRACTICES (FCPC) and OPEN GOVERNMENT COMMISSION (OGC) at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82004135411
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 820 0413 5411
AGENDA: packet is 233 pages 6. FCPC report from office holder accounts (pages 8 – 82), 7. Review of contribution limits (pages 83 – 104), 9. Presentation: Due Process in FCPC and OGC Quasi-Judicial Proceedings, 10. Informational items Berkeley Election Reform Act – A Guide to Navigating Local Election Rules (pages 104 – 135), 11. Matching funds disbursed (page 136), 12. Certification of Public Financing Program Participants (pages 137 – 233)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/fair-campaign-practices-commission
ZONING ADJUSTMENTS BOARD
Videoconference: not provided CHECK for ZOOM LATER use website link
Teleconference: Meeting ID:
AGENDA: on consent
2377 Oregon – on consent – demolish single family dwelling and construct new 2614 sq ft 2-story single family dwelling with one off-street parking space on non-conforming lot
2390 Fourth Street – on consent – all existing full-service restaurant to serve beer and wine
742 Grayson – on consent - demolish two non-residential buildings on 2.5 acre industrial site and construct a research and development (R&D) and manufacturing building consisting of approx. 213,000 sq ft of gross floor area and a parking garage with 325 spaces
1151 Grizzly Peak – staff recommend approve – legalize one accessory building in the rear setback on single-family lot
2136 San Pablo – new public hearing – DEIR scoping session (comments dues 9/16/2022 by 5 pm) and project preview – demolish existing 9281 sq ft 1-story non-residential building and construct new 123 unit 6-story mixed-use with 3-live/work and parking garage with 50 off-street auto parking spaces on ground floor, density bonus project with 10 units to very low income households.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zoning-adjustments-board
Webinar: How Environmental Toxicity, Inequity and Capitalism Affect Reproductive Health at 10 am (webinar is free)
Register: https://bit.ly/3A3Ev8o
AGENDA: will unveil a new report written by the Center called "The Influence of Environmental Toxicity, Inequity and Capitalism on Reproductive Health". The report describes the reproductive harm caused by fossil fuel extraction, plastic products, industrial agriculture, and climate change. The webinar will discuss these topics along with case studies and solutions.
Sponsored by Center for Biological Diversity https://www.biologicaldiversity.org/
Friday, September 9, 2022 – no meetings found
Saturday, September 10, 2022
BERKELEY NEIGHBORHOODS COUNCIL at 10 am
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85935407339?pwd=S1VmYkhzOTkxVkJNaXNlOXpVK3dLQT09
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 859 3540 7339 Passcode: 349962
AGENDA: Election Forum – BUSD School Board, 10 am introductions, 10:10 – 10:30 Candidate statements (Ka’Dojah Brown, Mike Chang, Norma J F Harrison, Reichi Lee, Tatiana Guerreiro Ramos, Jennifer Shanoski), 10:30 – 12 noon Questions for the Candidates.
Co-sponsored with BCA
https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/
SOLANO STROLL-ISH 10 am – 5 pm
A sidewalk event with activities, entertainment – (the mini stroll – no booths)
https://www.solanoavenueassn.org/events/solano-avenue-stroll/
Sunday, September 11, 2022
SOLANO STROLL 10 am – 5 pm,
A closed street event with booths, food, entertainment, crafters (the big event)
https://www.solanoavenueassn.org/events/solano-avenue-stroll/
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Tuesday, September 6, 2022
AGENDA and RULES COMMITTEE at 2:30 pm
CITY COUNCIL DRAFT AGENDA for SEPTEMBER 20, 2022
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1601730715
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 160 173 0715
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
AGENDA CONSENT:
1.Resolution Local Emergency Due to COVID-19
2.City Legislative Bodies to continue to meet via videoconference
3.Establish the 2023 Council meeting schedule with starting time 6 pm
4.2023 Tax Rate: Transportation Network Company User Tax (lyft, Uber, etc.) for trips originating in CoB $0.53885 single rider, $0.26249 per person pooled trip
5.Amend Contract No. 084349-1 add $45,000 total $261,282 with AMCS Inc for Zero Wste PC Software Maintenance and Professional Services and extend from 7/1/2022 thru 6/31/2025 (June has only 30 days),
6.Purchase Order using General Services Administration for $250,000 for vehicles – the type of vehicles or whether combustion engine or EV to be purchased is not specified
7.Amend Contract No. 105921-1 add $195,000 total $1,047,200 with TruPoint Solutions LLC for Accela professional services and extend 2 years 6/1/2015 to 6/30/2024,
8.Contract $714,022 with SCS Engineers to provide engineering, maintenance, and monitoring services for the landfill to meet mandatory compliance requirements at Cesar Chavez Park from 1/1/2023 – 6/30/2026
9.Contracts on-call arborist services $125,000 Davey Resource Group, Inc, HortScience Bartlett Consulting $125,000 11/1/2022 – 12/31/2025
10.Contracts on-call engineering services total $6,900,000, 1. CSW Stuber-Stroeh Engineering Group, Inc $750,000, 2. HDR Engineering, Inc. $750,000, 3. LCC Engineering & Surveying, Inc $1,500,000, 4. Mark Thomas & Company, Inc $750,000, 5. Park Engineering, Inc $1,500,000, 6. Pavement Engineering Inc $1,500,000, 7. SCI Consulting Group $150,000
11.Amend Contract No. 10350 (112199-1) add $100,000 total $250,000 with Technology, Engineering, and Construction, Inc for tank maintenance and certification services and extend to 6/30/2024,
12.Amend Contract No. 31900085 add $45,000 total $231,472 with Syntech Systems, Inc for service and support of infrastructure and software for City’s Fleet Fueling Program,
13.Contract $177,218.68 includes contingency $23,115 with Shaw Industries for Civic Center Building Replacement Project,
ACTION:
14.CM & Jordan Klein - Zoning Ordinance Amendments Making Technical Edits and Corrections includes, zoning districts, C-C, C-e, C-NS, C-DMU, Protected Uses, Setbacks, Usable Open Space, Required Parking Spaces, Design Review,
15.Hahn co-sponsors Taplin, Bartlett - Restoring and Improving Access to City of Berkeley Website and Archival Materials,
16.CM & Lisa Warhuus - Extending Community Agency for 1 year at existing levels and postponing RFP process until FY 2024,
17.Arreguin co-sponsors Bartlett, Hahn, Taplin – refer to city attorney and CM to draft ordinance on apprenticeship training standards (HARD HAT ORDINANCE)
Information Reports:
18.Audit status Report Response: Code Enforcement Resources Significantly Constrained and Improvements Needed in Case Management and Oversight
19.Update on the Implementation of Fair and Impartial Policing Task Force Recommendations.
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SEPTEMBER 13, 2022 CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1611765730
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 161 176 5730
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA CONSENT:
1.Amend Contract 084534-1 add $188,955 total $1,008,291.20 and extend from 9/30/2010 to 6/30/2024 with NextGen Helathcare Information Systems, Inc
2.Amend Contract 31900288 add $122,000 total $606,800 and extend to 6/30/2023 with Disability Access Consultants for ADA Transition Plan
3.Contract 32100194 add $260,000 total $4,556,733 with Bay Cities Paving & Grading, Inc for Street Rehabilitation FY 2021 Project
4.Minutes
5.Contract $87,675 with Municipal Resource Group for addressing impacts resulting from the Great Resignation
6.Amend Contract add $8000 total $228,000 and extend to 9/14/2023 with Orsolya Kuti, DVM for on-site veterinary services for Berkeley Animal Care Services,
7.Formal Bid Solicitation and RFP $440,000,
8.Request for Proposal for Project Homekey consider a reservation of up to $8.5 million in general funds collected pursuant to Measure P and/or other funding
9.Contract $120,000 for 10/1/2023 to 5/30/2023 with Tiana Sanchez International LLC for HHCS Equity Consulting services,
10.Amend Contract add $57,100 total $220,628 with Kings View Professional Services to provide mental health Financial reporting services thru 6/30/2024,
11.Submit grant agreements for $912,213 for Future of Public Health program for FY 2023,
12.Donation of Painting Services from MB Jessee Painting, Inc for interior areas of 1900 6th Street estimated value $8,994,
13.Amend Contract add 3 years 6/1/2022-6/30/2025 at decreased annual rate of $570,000 total $7,393,611 with Innovative Claim Solutions (ICS) for claims administration of the City’s Workers’ Compensation Program,
14.Contract $71,481 total $236,305 9/29/2022 – 9/28/2023 with AHEAD, Onc using California Department of General Services (CGS) for Varonis software licenses and professional services,
15.Lease Agreement 80 (North Building) 82/84 & 90 Bolivar Drive in Aquatic Park with Waterside Workshops for 11/1/2022 – 11/1/2031
16.Donation $3400 for Memorial Bench at Cesar Chavez Park in memory of Walt and Trudee Rowson,
17.Donation $3400 for Memorial Bench at Cesar Chavez Park in memory of Don Rothenberg,
18.Donation $3400 for Memorial Bench at Indian Rock Park in memory of Dave Altman,
19.Contract $480,000 with 14.58% contingency of $70,000 total $550,000 with Bellingham, Inc to replace and repair docks at the Berkeley Marina,
20.Revenue Grant $180,000 from California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) for 2023 Selective Enforcement Program (STEP) for 10/1/2022 – 9/30/2023
21.2022 Vision Zero Program (Berkeley Bicycle and Pedestrian Plans) Grant Applications authorizes CM to submit grant application to federal Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A),
22.Disaster and Fire Safety Commission –Red Curbs and Visible Signage, request for immediate remedial action to improve evacuation, replace signage as necessary and red curb fire hydrant areas and pinch points
23.Mental Health Commission – Appoint Judy Appel to Mental Health Commission,
24.Peace and Justice Commission – Adopt Resolution on Berkeley’s Commitment to Abortion Access
25.Arreguin, co-sponsors Robinson, Hahn - $1000 Expenditure Amount for Pacific Center for Human Growth,
26.Arreguin, co-sponsor Hahn - Correction to COVID-19 Emergency Response Ordinance BMC 13.110 Ordinance 7,762-N.S. relates to tenant protections
27.Taplin – Resolution in Support of High-Quality, Equitable Healthcare Services at UCSF,
28.Taplin - Berkeley Youth Alternative (BYA) Charity Golf Classic,
29.Taplin, co-sponsors Droste, Wengraf, Kesarwani – California Marriage Equality Resolution (repeal Prop 8)
30.Robinson, co-sponsors Taplin, Arreguin, Harrison – Keep Innovation in Berkeley refer to CM and Planning Commission to return to council Zoning Ordinance amendments, codified performance standards and other actions to encourage growth and retention of R & D,
31.Robinson & Bartlett – Relinquishment of up to $500 for Center for Independent Living’s 50th Anniversary,
ACTION:
32.Surveillance Technology Report, Surveillance Acquisition Report and Automatic License Plate Readers,
33.An Ordinance Repealing chapter BMC 12.76 and repealing ordinance 7643-N.S.– relates to campers, house cars, parking,
34.Taplin – Equitable Safe Streets and Climate Justice Resolution – Resolution committing to expenditure of City and state/federal matching/recurring funds on city-maintained roads, sidewalks and bike lanes to accelerate safety improvements,
35.Taplin, co-sponsor Robinson – Efficiency Unit Ordinance Reviewed by Land Use – Refer to City Manager and Planning Commission to adopt objective standards for Efficiency Unit Ordinance,
INFORMATION REPORTS
36.Council Shot Term Referral Process – Quarterly Update,
37.Federal Economic Relief Spending
38.Sanctuary City Contracting Compliance Report FY 2022
39.Environment and Climate Commission 2022 Work Plan
40.Planning Commission FY 2022-23 Work Plan
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LAND USE CALENDAR:
Public Hearing to be scheduled
1201 – 1205 San Pablo (construct mixed-use building) 9/29/2022
2018 Blake (construct multi-family residential building) 10/6/2022
1643-47 California (new basement and 2nd story) 11/3/2022
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with the End of the Appeal Period
Bad news on tracking approved projects in the appeal period. Samantha Updegrave, Zoning Officer, Principal Planner wrote the listing of projects in the appeal period can only be found by looking up each project individually through permits online by address or permit number https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/2022-03/Online-Building-Permits-Guide.pdf
The website with easy to find listing of projects in the appeal period was left on the “cutting room floor” another casualty of the conversion to the new City of Berkeley website.
Please ask for it to be restored.
WORKSESSIONS:
September 20 Residential Objective Standards for Middle Housing at 4 pm
October 6 Measure O Report and Update at 4 pm (If approved this meeting will be moved to October 11, 2022)
Unscheduled Presentations
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Fire Facilities Study Report
African American Holistic Resource Center (November 15)
(removed - Cannabis Health Considerations)
August 28 - September 4, 2022
Worth Noting:
Check the City website https://berkeleyca.gov/ for last minute posts and remember meeting posts may be hidden and only found through checking the “more events” box in the “Featured Events” header.
This post includes all meetings found by 3 pm on Saturday, August 27.
Monday – at 2:30 pm the Agenda and Rules Committee will review and finalize the September 13 Council Agenda. The full agenda is listed
Tuesday – at 5:30 pm is the PG&E Wildfire Safety Program webinar.
Wednesday – at 10 am is the IKE Kiosk meeting for the downtown. The Berkeley City Wildfire Evacuation Workshop is at 6:30 pm
Thursday – at 7 pm the HAC meets and the first action agenda is review of proposed amendments to the Berkeley Housing Code. The 2nd action item is an update on the Harriet Tubman Terrace investigation. The Landmarks Preservation Commission also meets at 7 pm. WETA is meeting Thursday at 1 pm. This week’s WETA agenda has no Berkeley specific items.
Friday – the beginning of the long holiday weekend - ENJOY
Monday, August 29, 2022
Agenda and Rules Committee Special Meeting at 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1606057708
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 160 605 7708
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 9/13/2022 draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda after list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council workssessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review: 8. COVID, 9. Return to In-person meetings for legislative bodies, Unscheduled Items: 10. Discussion Regarding Design and Strengthening of Policy Committees, 11. Supporting Commissions, Guidance on Legislative Proposals.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
Tuesday, August 30, 2022
PG&E Community Safety Program Webinar at 5:30 – 7 pm
Videoconference: use webpage link https://www.pge.com/en_US/safety/emergency-preparedness/natural-disaster/wildfires/community-wildfire-safety-open-house-meetings.page
Teleconference: 1-888-942-8391 Meeting ID: 9706250
AGENDA: PG&E Community Wildfire Safety Program, if PG&E has your email, you probably received this invitation. Prior webinars are available on the website.
https://www.pge.com/en_US/safety/emergency-preparedness/natural-disaster/wildfires/community-wildfire-safety-open-house-meetings.page
Wednesday, August 31, 2022
IKE Smart City Kiosk at 10 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84296583340?pwd=ejJLeFNDM1MzSDhBZ1JhWXRBVkNPdz09
Teleconference: Meeting ID:
AGENDA: Downtown Phase II, Round 2 location meeting
https://www.visitberkeley.com/plan-your-trip/ike-kiosks/
Wildfire Evacuation Workshop: Building Your Fire Weather Plan at 6:30 – 8 pm
Register with Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/wildfire-evacuation-workshop-building-your-fire-weather-plan-registration-399072074317
AGENDA:
Fire Weather Planning tool: https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/2022-02/berkeley-fire-weather-planning-tool.pdf
https://berkeleyca.gov/safety-health/fire/fire-weather-evacuation
Thursday, September 1, 2022
Housing advisory Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88245567578
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 882 4556 7578
AGENDA: 5. Discussion and Possible Action to Recommend Amendments to Housing Code – check table in packet - removes requirement for natural light and windows that open, 6. Receive Update and Discussion and Possible Action on Harriet Tubman Terrace Investigation.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/housing-advisory-commission
Landmarks Preservation Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83877256219
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 838 7725 6219
AGENDA: 5. 2119 Marin Landmark or Structure of Merit Laflin House
6. 2119 Marin – Mills Act application
7. 1819 Tenth – Toveril Tuppa Building 8/4/2022 correspondence regarding present condition
8. 1752 Shattuck – Demolition referral
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/landmarks-preservation-commission
Water Emergency Transportation Authority (WETA) at 1 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89718217408
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 897 1821 7408 Password: 33779
hybrid meeting in-person location at Port of San Francisco Pier 1
AGENDA: 5. Staff Reports a. Sea Change update, b. financials, c.& d. legislative updates, e. ridership, f. Chase Center Ferry Service Survey, 6. 6. C. marketing, 7. Lobbying services (Shaw Yoder Antwih Schmeizer & Lange, 8. WETA Advertising Policy
https://weta.sanfranciscobayferry.com/next-board-meeting
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Monday, August 29, 2022
AGENDA and RULES COMMITTEE at 2:30 pm
CITY COUNCIL DRAFT AGENDA for SEPTEMBER 13, 2022
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1606057708
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 160 605 7708
CONSENT:
1.Amend Contract 084534-1 add $188,955 total $1,008,291.20 and extend from 9/30/2010 to 6/30/2024 with NextGen Helathcare Information Systems, Inc
2.Amend Contract 31900288 add $122,000 total $606,800 and extend to 6/30/2023 with Disability Access Consultants for ADA Transition Plan
3.Contract 32100194 add $260,000 total $4,556,733 with Bay Cities Paving & Grading, Inc for Street Rehabilitation FY 2021 Project
4.Minutes
5.Contract $87,675 with Municipal Resource Group for addressing impacts resulting from the Great Resignation
6.Urgency Ordinance for Leasing Real Property at 1720 San Pablo for term of 5 years,
7.Amend Contract add $8000 total $228,000 and extend to 9/14/2023 with Orsolya Kuti, DVM for on-site veterinary services for Berkeley Animal Care Services,
8.Formal Bid Solicitation and RFP $440,000,
9.Request for Proposal for Project Homekey consider a reservation of up to $8.5 million in general funds collected pursuant to Measure P and/or other funding
10.Contract $120,000 for 10/1/2023 to 5/30/2023 with Tiana Sanchez International LLC for HHCS Equity Consulting services,
11.Amend Contract add $57,100 total $220,628 with Kings View Professional Services to provide mental health Financial reporting services thru 6/30/2024,
12.Submit grant agreements for $912,213 for Future of Public Health program for FY 2023,
13.Donation of Painting Services from MB Jessee Painting, Inc for interior areas of 1900 6th Street estimated value $8,994,
14.Amend Contract add 3 years 6/1/2022-6/30/2025 at decreased annual rate of $570,000 total $7,393,611 with Innovative Claim Solutions (ICS) for claims administration of the City’s Workers’ Compensation Program,
15.Contract $71,481 total $236,305 9/29/2022 – 9/28/2023 with AHEAD, Onc using California Department of General Services (CGS) for Varonis software licenses and professional services,
16.Lease Agreement 80 (North Building) 82/84 & 90 Bolivar Drive in Aquatic Park with Waterside Workshops for 11/1/2022 – 11/1/2031
17.Donation $3400 for Memorial Bench at Cesar Chavez Park in memory of Walt and Trudee Rowson,
18.Donation $3400 for Memorial Bench at Cesar Chavez Park in memory of Don Rothenberg,
19.Donation $3400 for Memorial Bench at Indian Rock Park in memory of Dave Altman,
20.Contract $480,000 with 14.58% contingency of $70,000 total $550,000 with Bellingham, Inc to replace and repair docks at the Berkeley Marina,
21.Revenue Grant $180,000 from California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) for 2023 Selective Enforcement Program (STEP) for 10/1/2022 – 9/30/2023
22.Adopt Vision 2050 Program Plan,
23.2022 Vision Zero Program (Berkeley Bicycle and Pedestrian Plans) Grant Applications authorizes CM to submit grant application to federal Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A),
24.Disaster and Fire Safety Commission –Red Curbs and Visible Signage, request for immediate remedial action to improve evacuation, replace signage as necessary and red curb fire hydrant areas and pinch points
25.Mental Health Commission – Appoint Judy Appel to Mental Health Commission,
26.Arreguin - $1000 Expenditure Amount for Pacific Center for Human Growth,
27.Taplin, co-sponsor Robinson – Reviewed by Land Use – Refer to City Manager and Planning Commission to adopt objective standards for Efficiency Unit Ordinance,
28.Taplin – Resolution in Support of High-Quality, Equitable Healthcare Services at UCSF,
29.Taplin - Berkeley Youth Alternative (BYA) Charity Golf Classic,
30.Taplin, co-sponsors Droste, Wengraf, Kesarwani – California Marriage Equality Resolution (repeal Prop 8)
31.Robinson, co-sponsors Taplin, Arreguin, Harrison – Keep Innovation in Berkeley refer to CM and Planning Commission to return to council Zoning Ordinance amendments, codified performance standards and other actions to encourage growth and retention of R & D,
32.Robinson & Bartlett – Relinquishment of up to $500 for Center for Independent Living’s 50th Anniversary,
ACTION:
33.Surveillance Technology Report, Surveillance Acquisition Report and Automatic License Plate Readers,
34.An Ordinance Repealing chapter BMC 12.76 and repealing ordinance 7643-N.S.– relates to campers, house cars, parking,
35.Peace and Justice Commission – Adopt Resolution on Berkeley’s Commitment to Abortion Access
36.Taplin – Equitable Safe Streets and Climate Justice Resolution – Resolution committing to expenditure of City and state/federal matching/recurring funds on city-maintained roads, sidewalks and bike lanes to accelerate safety improvements,
37.Correction to COVID-19 Emergency Response Ordinance BMC 13.110 Ordinance 7,762-N.S. relates to tenant protections
38.Taplin – Information Report Request: Alternatives to Chemical Agents for Response to Violent Large-Scale Crowd Scenarios
INFORMATION REPORTS
39.Council Shot Term Referral Process – Quarterly Update,
40.Federal Economic Relief Spending
41.Sanctuary City Contracting Compliance Report FY 2022
42.Environment and Climate Commission 2022 Work Plan
43.Planning Commission FY 2022-23 Work Plan
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LAND USE CALENDAR:
Public Hearing to be scheduled
1201 – 1205 San Pablo (construct mixed-use building) 9/29/2022
2018 Blake (construct multi-family residential building) 10/6/2022
1643-47 California (new basement and 2nd story) 11/3/2022
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with the End of the Appeal Period
Bad news on tracking approved projects in the appeal period. Samantha Updegrave, Zoning Officer, Principal Planner wrote the listing of projects in the appeal period can only be found by looking up each project individually through permits online by address or permit number https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/2022-03/Online-Building-Permits-Guide.pdf
The website with easy to find listing of projects in the appeal period was left on the “cutting room floor” another casualty of the conversion to the new City of Berkeley website.
Here is the old website link, Please ask for it to be restored.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
WORKSESSIONS:
September 20 Residential Objective Standards for Middle Housing at 4 pm
October 6 Measure O Report and Update at 4 pm
Unscheduled Presentations
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Fire Facilities Study Report
African American Holistic Resource Center (November 15)
(removed - Cannabis Health Considerations)
Worth Noting:
Check the City website https://berkeleyca.gov/ for last minute posts and remember meeting posts may be hidden and only found through checking the “more events” box in the “Featured Events” header.
This post includes all meetings found by 3 pm on Saturday, August 27.
Monday – at 2:30 pm the Agenda and Rules Committee will review and finalize the September 13 Council Agenda. The full agenda is listed
Tuesday – at 5:30 pm is the PG&E Wildfire Safety Program webinar.
Wednesday – at 10 am is the IKE Kiosk meeting for the downtown. The Berkeley City Wildfire Evacuation Workshop is at 6:30 pm
Thursday – at 7 pm the HAC meets and the first action agenda is review of proposed amendments to the Berkeley Housing Code. The 2nd action item is an update on the Harriet Tubman Terrace investigation. The Landmarks Preservation Commission also meets at 7 pm. WETA is meeting Thursday at 1 pm. This week’s WETA agenda has no Berkeley specific items.
Friday – the beginning of the long holiday weekend - ENJOY
Monday, August 29, 2022
Agenda and Rules Committee Special Meeting at 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1606057708
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 160 605 7708
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 9/13/2022 draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda after list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council workssessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review: 8. COVID, 9. Return to In-person meetings for legislative bodies, Unscheduled Items: 10. Discussion Regarding Design and Strengthening of Policy Committees, 11. Supporting Commissions, Guidance on Legislative Proposals.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
Tuesday, August 30, 2022
PG&E Community Safety Program Webinar at 5:30 – 7 pm
Videoconference: use webpage link https://www.pge.com/en_US/safety/emergency-preparedness/natural-disaster/wildfires/community-wildfire-safety-open-house-meetings.page
Teleconference: 1-888-942-8391 Meeting ID: 9706250
AGENDA: PG&E Community Wildfire Safety Program, if PG&E has your email, you probably received this invitation. Prior webinars are available on the website.
https://www.pge.com/en_US/safety/emergency-preparedness/natural-disaster/wildfires/community-wildfire-safety-open-house-meetings.page
Wednesday, August 31, 2022
IKE Smart City Kiosk at 10 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84296583340?pwd=ejJLeFNDM1MzSDhBZ1JhWXRBVkNPdz09
Teleconference: Meeting ID:
AGENDA: Downtown Phase II, Round 2 location meeting
https://www.visitberkeley.com/plan-your-trip/ike-kiosks/
Wildfire Evacuation Workshop: Building Your Fire Weather Plan at 6:30 – 8 pm
Register with Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/wildfire-evacuation-workshop-building-your-fire-weather-plan-registration-399072074317
AGENDA:
Fire Weather Planning tool: https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/2022-02/berkeley-fire-weather-planning-tool.pdf
https://berkeleyca.gov/safety-health/fire/fire-weather-evacuation
Thursday, September 1, 2022
Housing advisory Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88245567578
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 882 4556 7578
AGENDA: 5. Discussion and Possible Action to Recommend Amendments to Housing Code – check table in packet - removes requirement for natural light and windows that open, 6. Receive Update and Discussion and Possible Action on Harriet Tubman Terrace Investigation.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/housing-advisory-commission
Landmarks Preservation Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83877256219
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 838 7725 6219
AGENDA: 5. 2119 Marin Landmark or Structure of Merit Laflin House
6. 2119 Marin – Mills Act application
7. 1819 Tenth – Toveril Tuppa Building 8/4/2022 correspondence regarding present condition
8. 1752 Shattuck – Demolition referral
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/landmarks-preservation-commission
Water Emergency Transportation Authority (WETA) at 1 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89718217408
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 897 1821 7408 Password: 33779
hybrid meeting in-person location at Port of San Francisco Pier 1
AGENDA: 5. Staff Reports a. Sea Change update, b. financials, c.& d. legislative updates, e. ridership, f. Chase Center Ferry Service Survey, 6. 6. C. marketing, 7. Lobbying services (Shaw Yoder Antwih Schmeizer & Lange, 8. WETA Advertising Policy
https://weta.sanfranciscobayferry.com/next-board-meeting
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Monday, August 29, 2022
AGENDA and RULES COMMITTEE at 2:30 pm
CITY COUNCIL DRAFT AGENDA for SEPTEMBER 13, 2022
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1606057708
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 160 605 7708
CONSENT:
1.Amend Contract 084534-1 add $188,955 total $1,008,291.20 and extend from 9/30/2010 to 6/30/2024 with NextGen Helathcare Information Systems, Inc
2.Amend Contract 31900288 add $122,000 total $606,800 and extend to 6/30/2023 with Disability Access Consultants for ADA Transition Plan
3.Contract 32100194 add $260,000 total $4,556,733 with Bay Cities Paving & Grading, Inc for Street Rehabilitation FY 2021 Project
4.Minutes
5.Contract $87,675 with Municipal Resource Group for addressing impacts resulting from the Great Resignation
6.Urgency Ordinance for Leasing Real Property at 1720 San Pablo for term of 5 years,
7.Amend Contract add $8000 total $228,000 and extend to 9/14/2023 with Orsolya Kuti, DVM for on-site veterinary services for Berkeley Animal Care Services,
8.Formal Bid Solicitation and RFP $440,000,
9.Request for Proposal for Project Homekey consider a reservation of up to $8.5 million in general funds collected pursuant to Measure P and/or other funding
10.Contract $120,000 for 10/1/2023 to 5/30/2023 with Tiana Sanchez International LLC for HHCS Equity Consulting services,
11.Amend Contract add $57,100 total $220,628 with Kings View Professional Services to provide mental health Financial reporting services thru 6/30/2024,
12.Submit grant agreements for $912,213 for Future of Public Health program for FY 2023,
13.Donation of Painting Services from MB Jessee Painting, Inc for interior areas of 1900 6th Street estimated value $8,994,
14.Amend Contract add 3 years 6/1/2022-6/30/2025 at decreased annual rate of $570,000 total $7,393,611 with Innovative Claim Solutions (ICS) for claims administration of the City’s Workers’ Compensation Program,
15.Contract $71,481 total $236,305 9/29/2022 – 9/28/2023 with AHEAD, Onc using California Department of General Services (CGS) for Varonis software licenses and professional services,
16.Lease Agreement 80 (North Building) 82/84 & 90 Bolivar Drive in Aquatic Park with Waterside Workshops for 11/1/2022 – 11/1/2031
17.Donation $3400 for Memorial Bench at Cesar Chavez Park in memory of Walt and Trudee Rowson,
18.Donation $3400 for Memorial Bench at Cesar Chavez Park in memory of Don Rothenberg,
19.Donation $3400 for Memorial Bench at Indian Rock Park in memory of Dave Altman,
20.Contract $480,000 with 14.58% contingency of $70,000 total $550,000 with Bellingham, Inc to replace and repair docks at the Berkeley Marina,
21.Revenue Grant $180,000 from California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) for 2023 Selective Enforcement Program (STEP) for 10/1/2022 – 9/30/2023
22.Adopt Vision 2050 Program Plan,
23.2022 Vision Zero Program (Berkeley Bicycle and Pedestrian Plans) Grant Applications authorizes CM to submit grant application to federal Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A),
24.Disaster and Fire Safety Commission –Red Curbs and Visible Signage, request for immediate remedial action to improve evacuation, replace signage as necessary and red curb fire hydrant areas and pinch points
25.Mental Health Commission – Appoint Judy Appel to Mental Health Commission,
26.Arreguin - $1000 Expenditure Amount for Pacific Center for Human Growth,
27.Taplin, co-sponsor Robinson – Reviewed by Land Use – Refer to City Manager and Planning Commission to adopt objective standards for Efficiency Unit Ordinance,
28.Taplin – Resolution in Support of High-Quality, Equitable Healthcare Services at UCSF,
29.Taplin - Berkeley Youth Alternative (BYA) Charity Golf Classic,
30.Taplin, co-sponsors Droste, Wengraf, Kesarwani – California Marriage Equality Resolution (repeal Prop 8)
31.Robinson, co-sponsors Taplin, Arreguin, Harrison – Keep Innovation in Berkeley refer to CM and Planning Commission to return to council Zoning Ordinance amendments, codified performance standards and other actions to encourage growth and retention of R & D,
32.Robinson & Bartlett – Relinquishment of up to $500 for Center for Independent Living’s 50th Anniversary,
ACTION:
33.Surveillance Technology Report, Surveillance Acquisition Report and Automatic License Plate Readers,
34.An Ordinance Repealing chapter BMC 12.76 and repealing ordinance 7643-N.S.– relates to campers, house cars, parking,
35.Peace and Justice Commission – Adopt Resolution on Berkeley’s Commitment to Abortion Access
36.Taplin – Equitable Safe Streets and Climate Justice Resolution – Resolution committing to expenditure of City and state/federal matching/recurring funds on city-maintained roads, sidewalks and bike lanes to accelerate safety improvements,
37.Correction to COVID-19 Emergency Response Ordinance BMC 13.110 Ordinance 7,762-N.S. relates to tenant protections
38.Taplin – Information Report Request: Alternatives to Chemical Agents for Response to Violent Large-Scale Crowd Scenarios
INFORMATION REPORTS
39.Council Shot Term Referral Process – Quarterly Update,
40.Federal Economic Relief Spending
41.Sanctuary City Contracting Compliance Report FY 2022
42.Environment and Climate Commission 2022 Work Plan
43.Planning Commission FY 2022-23 Work Plan
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LAND USE CALENDAR:
Public Hearing to be scheduled
1201 – 1205 San Pablo (construct mixed-use building) 9/29/2022
2018 Blake (construct multi-family residential building) 10/6/2022
1643-47 California (new basement and 2nd story) 11/3/2022
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with the End of the Appeal Period
Bad news on tracking approved projects in the appeal period. Samantha Updegrave, Zoning Officer, Principal Planner wrote the listing of projects in the appeal period can only be found by looking up each project individually through permits online by address or permit number https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/2022-03/Online-Building-Permits-Guide.pdf
The website with easy to find listing of projects in the appeal period was left on the “cutting room floor” another casualty of the conversion to the new City of Berkeley website.
Here is the old website link, Please ask for it to be restored.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
WORKSESSIONS:
September 20 Residential Objective Standards for Middle Housing at 4 pm
October 6 Measure O Report and Update at 4 pm
Unscheduled Presentations
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Fire Facilities Study Report
African American Holistic Resource Center (November 15)
(removed - Cannabis Health Considerations)
August 7 - August 14, 2022
Worth Noting:
Relief – City Council is finally off for summer recess and most commissions do not meet in August.
Monday the BART Police Citizen Review Board meets, it is only listed because you may find the crime report interesting. The increase in crime is at the Alameda and Contra Costa County Stations not San Francisco or Santa Clara.
Thursday the Zoning Adjustment Board (ZAB) has two home addition projects on the consent calendar. There are no action items and no major projects for review at the August 11 meeting.
Saturday the Berkeley Neighborhoods Council is scheduled to meet at 10 am. Check later in the week for the agenda. (This is the meeting I will be watching.)
Things can change so it is a good idea to check the City website https://berkeleyca.gov/
Monday, August 8, 2022
BART Police Citizen Review Board at 4 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83253444089
Teleconference: Meeting ID:
AGENDA: 4. BART Police Monthly Reports for June 2022 – crime up in Alameda and Contra Costa stations, 5. Independent Police Auditor’s report.
https://bart.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx
Thursday, August 11, 2022
Zoning Adjustment Board (ZAB) at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88069191989
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 880 6919 1989
AGENDA: on consent – no action items
2. 6 Nogales – add a 143 sq ft addition above 14 ft in average height and 20 feet maximum height on a lot that is non-conforming for lot coverage.
3. 1445 Virginia – 321 sq ft second story addition on a lot that is non-conforming for lot coverage and occupied by a 2-story single-family dwelling. Total bedrooms increases from 2 to 4.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zoning-adjustments-board
Saturday, August 13, 2022
Berkeley Neighborhoods Council at 10 am
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81913698863?pwd=NFJjWlh2aDhtSjh1eG4yQUFkMzNmQT09
Teleconference: 1-253-215-8782 Meeting ID: 819 1369 8863 Passcode: 377919
AGENDA: not posted, check later in the week
https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/
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LAND USE CALENDAR:
Public Hearing to be scheduled
1201 – 1205 San Pablo at ZAB Date 9/29/2022
2018 Blake 10/6/2022
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with the End of the Appeal Period
Bad news on tracking approved projects in the appeal period. Samantha Updegrave, Zoning Officer, Principal Planner wrote the listing of projects in the appeal period can only be found by looking up each project individually through permits online by address or permit number https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/2022-03/Online-Building-Permits-Guide.pdf
The website with easy to find listing of projects in the appeal period was left on the “cutting room floor” another casualty of the conversion to the new City of Berkeley website.
Here is the old website link, Please ask for it to be restored.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
WORKSESSIONS:
September 20 Residential Objective Standards for Middle Housing at 4 pm
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Worth Noting:
Relief – City Council is finally off for summer recess and most commissions do not meet in August.
Monday the BART Police Citizen Review Board meets, it is only listed because you may find the crime report interesting. The increase in crime is at the Alameda and Contra Costa County Stations not San Francisco or Santa Clara.
Thursday the Zoning Adjustment Board (ZAB) has two home addition projects on the consent calendar. There are no action items and no major projects for review at the August 11 meeting.
Saturday the Berkeley Neighborhoods Council is scheduled to meet at 10 am. Check later in the week for the agenda. (This is the meeting I will be watching.)
Things can change so it is a good idea to check the City website https://berkeleyca.gov/
Monday, August 8, 2022
BART Police Citizen Review Board at 4 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83253444089
Teleconference: Meeting ID:
AGENDA: 4. BART Police Monthly Reports for June 2022 – crime up in Alameda and Contra Costa stations, 5. Independent Police Auditor’s report.
https://bart.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx
Thursday, August 11, 2022
Zoning Adjustment Board (ZAB) at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88069191989
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 880 6919 1989
AGENDA: on consent – no action items
2. 6 Nogales – add a 143 sq ft addition above 14 ft in average height and 20 feet maximum height on a lot that is non-conforming for lot coverage.
3. 1445 Virginia – 321 sq ft second story addition on a lot that is non-conforming for lot coverage and occupied by a 2-story single-family dwelling. Total bedrooms increases from 2 to 4.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zoning-adjustments-board
Saturday, August 13, 2022
Berkeley Neighborhoods Council at 10 am
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81913698863?pwd=NFJjWlh2aDhtSjh1eG4yQUFkMzNmQT09
Teleconference: 1-253-215-8782 Meeting ID: 819 1369 8863 Passcode: 377919
AGENDA: not posted, check later in the week
https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/
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LAND USE CALENDAR:
Public Hearing to be scheduled
1201 – 1205 San Pablo at ZAB Date 9/29/2022
2018 Blake 10/6/2022
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with the End of the Appeal Period
Bad news on tracking approved projects in the appeal period. Samantha Updegrave, Zoning Officer, Principal Planner wrote the listing of projects in the appeal period can only be found by looking up each project individually through permits online by address or permit number https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/2022-03/Online-Building-Permits-Guide.pdf
The website with easy to find listing of projects in the appeal period was left on the “cutting room floor” another casualty of the conversion to the new City of Berkeley website.
Here is the old website link, Please ask for it to be restored.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
WORKSESSIONS:
September 20 Residential Objective Standards for Middle Housing at 4 pm
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
THURSDAY, AUGUST 4, 2022 SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING at 8:15 PM
request from the City Manager to allow use of tear gas, smoke and pepper spray while council goes on summer vacation
CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING at 8:15 PM – (8:15 in the evening)
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89083608532
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 890 8360 8532
AGENDA: 1. City Manager - Discussion and possible action regarding the temporary suspension of the June 9, 2020 policy prohibiting the use of tear gas, smoke and pepper spray for the duration of the City Council recess
https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-special-meeting-eagenda-august-4-2022 or
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agenda
THURSDAY, AUGUST 4, 2022 SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING at 8:15 PM
request from the City Manager to allow use of tear gas, smoke and pepper spray while council goes on summer vacation
CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING at 8:15 PM – (8:15 in the evening)
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89083608532
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 890 8360 8532
AGENDA: 1. City Manager - Discussion and possible action regarding the temporary suspension of the June 9, 2020 policy prohibiting the use of tear gas, smoke and pepper spray for the duration of the City Council recess
https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-special-meeting-eagenda-august-4-2022 or
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agenda
THURSDAY, AUGUST 4, 2022 SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING at 8:15 PM
July 31 - August 7, 2022
Worth Noting:
City Council has one last meeting before summer recess Wednesday morning, August 3 at 9 am. The agenda which is not yet posted is expected to be two ballot initiatives, the General Obligation Bond of $600,000,000 to $650,000,000 and the Vacancy Tax. The Special Tax measure on Sidewalks, Traffic Improvements and 2050 Program Plan as a ballot measure is dead by unanimous council vote. Check the website on Monday (really daily) for the latest ballot measure versions and supplements. https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Wednesday evening the Commission on Disability meets at 6 pm with the Pacific Center Presentation as item 5 after commission action items. The Disaster and Fire Safety Commission meets at 7 pm with a full agenda. This is wildfire season and wildfire is prominently on the agenda.
Thursday the Landmarks Commission meets at 7 pm with eight projects for review. It looks like too much to get through in one evening, but we shall see.
Tuesday, August 2, 2022 - NATIONAL NIGHT OUT
Wednesday, August 3, 2022
CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING at 9 am
Videoconference: not posted
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: not posted
AGENDA: not posted, keep checking.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
COMMISSION on DISABILITY at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82493942158?pwd=ODZzVG82YmtrdGxVS2JyZXoxcGwyUT09
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 824 9394 2158
AGENDA Action: 1. Elevator Ordinance, 2. Workplan, Discussion B.1. Inclusive Disaster Registry, 2. Accessibility of Voicemail, 3. Increasing Public Participation in Commission, 4. Berkeley Bike Plan, 5. ADA Pacific Center Presentation, 6. Data, Outreach & Access of persons with disabilities to City of Berkeley Programs and Services.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-disability
DISASTER AND FIRE SAFETY COMMISSION at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81595546232
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 815 9554 6232
AGENDA: 3. Workplan, 4. Staff presentation Wildfire Protection Plan, 5. Community Communications about 2022 Fire season, 6. Fire Dept. Facilities Master Plan, 7. CERT training, 8. Safe Passages Program, 9. 6/28/22 Council meeting on Measures GG and FF Tax Rates, Parking enforcement in fire zones 2 & 3, 10. Berkeley Strategic Plan quarterly report on Wildfire Safety, 11. CA and Berkeley Fire Code Updates.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/disaster-and-fire-safety-commission
Thursday, August 4, 2022
LANDMARKS PRESERVATION COMMISSION at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83035583389
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 830 3558 3389
AGENDA: 5. 1650 Shattuck – Demolition Referral
6. 1500 Derby – Advisory Referral for Longfellow Middle School BUSD modernization project
7. 2065 Kittredge – Structural Alteration Permit
8. 1325 Arch – Structural Alteration Permit Schneider.Kroeber House
9. 2523 Piedmont – Mills Act Contract application Wurts-Lenfest House
10. 2403-2407 San Pablo – Demolition Referral
11. 2119 Marin – Landmark or Structure of Merit designation for Laflin Residence
12. 2081 Center/2140 Shattuck - Structural Alteration Permit for American Trust Building
13. 1960 San Antonio – Structural Alteration Permit for Spring Estate.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/landmarks-preservation-commission
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LAND USE CALENDAR:
Public Hearing to be scheduled
1201 – 1205 San Pablo at ZAB Date 9/29/2022
2018 Blake 10/6/2022
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with the End of the Appeal Period
Bad news on tracking approved projects in the appeal period. Samantha Updegrave, Zoning Officer, Principal Planner wrote the listing of projects in the appeal period can only be found by looking up each project individually through permits online by address or permit number https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/2022-03/Online-Building-Permits-Guide.pdf
The website with easy to find listing of projects in the appeal period was left on the “cutting room floor” another casualty of the conversion to the new City of Berkeley website.
Here is the old website link, Please ask for it to be restored.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
WORKSESSIONS:
September 20 Residential Objective Standards for Middle Housing at 4 pm
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Worth Noting:
City Council has one last meeting before summer recess Wednesday morning, August 3 at 9 am. The agenda which is not yet posted is expected to be two ballot initiatives, the General Obligation Bond of $600,000,000 to $650,000,000 and the Vacancy Tax. The Special Tax measure on Sidewalks, Traffic Improvements and 2050 Program Plan as a ballot measure is dead by unanimous council vote. Check the website on Monday (really daily) for the latest ballot measure versions and supplements. https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Wednesday evening the Commission on Disability meets at 6 pm with the Pacific Center Presentation as item 5 after commission action items. The Disaster and Fire Safety Commission meets at 7 pm with a full agenda. This is wildfire season and wildfire is prominently on the agenda.
Thursday the Landmarks Commission meets at 7 pm with eight projects for review. It looks like too much to get through in one evening, but we shall see.
Tuesday, August 2, 2022 - NATIONAL NIGHT OUT
Wednesday, August 3, 2022
CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING at 9 am
Videoconference: not posted
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: not posted
AGENDA: not posted, keep checking.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
COMMISSION on DISABILITY at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82493942158?pwd=ODZzVG82YmtrdGxVS2JyZXoxcGwyUT09
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 824 9394 2158
AGENDA Action: 1. Elevator Ordinance, 2. Workplan, Discussion B.1. Inclusive Disaster Registry, 2. Accessibility of Voicemail, 3. Increasing Public Participation in Commission, 4. Berkeley Bike Plan, 5. ADA Pacific Center Presentation, 6. Data, Outreach & Access of persons with disabilities to City of Berkeley Programs and Services.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-disability
DISASTER AND FIRE SAFETY COMMISSION at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81595546232
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 815 9554 6232
AGENDA: 3. Workplan, 4. Staff presentation Wildfire Protection Plan, 5. Community Communications about 2022 Fire season, 6. Fire Dept. Facilities Master Plan, 7. CERT training, 8. Safe Passages Program, 9. 6/28/22 Council meeting on Measures GG and FF Tax Rates, Parking enforcement in fire zones 2 & 3, 10. Berkeley Strategic Plan quarterly report on Wildfire Safety, 11. CA and Berkeley Fire Code Updates.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/disaster-and-fire-safety-commission
Thursday, August 4, 2022
LANDMARKS PRESERVATION COMMISSION at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83035583389
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 830 3558 3389
AGENDA: 5. 1650 Shattuck – Demolition Referral
6. 1500 Derby – Advisory Referral for Longfellow Middle School BUSD modernization project
7. 2065 Kittredge – Structural Alteration Permit
8. 1325 Arch – Structural Alteration Permit Schneider.Kroeber House
9. 2523 Piedmont – Mills Act Contract application Wurts-Lenfest House
10. 2403-2407 San Pablo – Demolition Referral
11. 2119 Marin – Landmark or Structure of Merit designation for Laflin Residence
12. 2081 Center/2140 Shattuck - Structural Alteration Permit for American Trust Building
13. 1960 San Antonio – Structural Alteration Permit for Spring Estate.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/landmarks-preservation-commission
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LAND USE CALENDAR:
Public Hearing to be scheduled
1201 – 1205 San Pablo at ZAB Date 9/29/2022
2018 Blake 10/6/2022
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with the End of the Appeal Period
Bad news on tracking approved projects in the appeal period. Samantha Updegrave, Zoning Officer, Principal Planner wrote the listing of projects in the appeal period can only be found by looking up each project individually through permits online by address or permit number https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/2022-03/Online-Building-Permits-Guide.pdf
The website with easy to find listing of projects in the appeal period was left on the “cutting room floor” another casualty of the conversion to the new City of Berkeley website.
Here is the old website link, Please ask for it to be restored.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
WORKSESSIONS:
September 20 Residential Objective Standards for Middle Housing at 4 pm
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
July 24 - July 31, 2022
Worth Noting:
Worth Noting:
Monday – Zero Waste Commission meets at 7 pm. The staff and legislative updates are at the beginning of the meeting.
Tuesday - July 26 is the last of City Council meetings before summer recess/vacation from July 27 through September 12, 2022. The ballot initiatives for a bond measure, street repair tax and rental vacancy tax are on the 3 pm special meeting agenda. NOTE the original announcement for the special meeting on ballot initiatives was 4 pm. It is changed to 3 pm. The Rent Stabilization and eviction ballot initiative, surveillance report, police equipment policies and city website are on the 6 pm meeting agenda.
Wednesday – Environment and Climate Commission at 5 pm takes up the Residential Electrification Program. Civic Arts at 6 pm reviews public art projects and grants. The Police Accountability Board at 7 pm has a full agenda. The Transportation and Infrastructure Commission at 7 pm is reviewing the complete streets grant application.
Thursday – the Mental Health Commission at 7 pm will hear progression on the SCU (Special Care Unit to respond to mental health calls with mental health workers and professional) and program presentation for improving the standard of living for persons with serious mental illness. The BART Board takes up conformance with AB 2923 (BART housing and parking requirements) at 4 pm.
The July 31 Hazardous Waste drop-off event sign-up is full.
August 2 is Neighborhood Night Out for further details and to register your event go to city website https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/news/national-night-out-2022
Check https://berkeleyca.gov/ for late meetings postings and city events.
Monday, July 25, 2022
Zero Waste Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/s/82587046286
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 825 8704 6286
AGENDA: Roll call – Mayor Arreguin, Councilmembers Robinson and Droste have not made appointments. (Droste leaves city council in December), Staff updates: Zero Waste Management Plan, Transfer Station Rates, Transfer Station Replacement, FITES Craft Bag Ordinance, Single-Use Foodware Ordinance Implementation, SB 1383 Implementation, Discussion/Action: 1. State legislative update, 2. Recommendation that council requires staff to bring rate modification proposals and analyses to the Zero Waste Commission for evaluation by the Commission prior to bringing them to Council.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zero-waste-commission
Tuesday, July 26, 2022
Community for Cultural Civic Center at 3 (?) pm (the council meeting was changed from 4 pm to 3 pm so this meeting time may be changed)
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89491193768
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 894 9119 3768
AGENDA: Bond measure to be considered by council at 4 pm special council meeting on July 26
https://berkeleycccc.org/
AGENDA FOR JULY 26, 2022 SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING at 3 PM
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89491193768
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 894 9119 3768
Agenda Consent: 1. Memorandum of Agreement with IBEW Local 1245 new salary levels, 2. Side Letter of Agreement for pre-age 65 Retiree Health Insurance of SEIU Local 1021 Maintenance and Clerical Chapters 7/1/2022 - 6/30/2022 City shall contribute additional $200 toward single and 2-party insurance rate, ACTION: 3. Resolution establishing fiscal policy to allocate $8 million per year from the general fund for street maintenance, 4. General Obligation Bond of $300,000,000 for Nov 8 election for Affordable Housing, Climate Change Resiliency, Wildlife Protection and other Public Infrastructure improvements, 5. Special tax measure on Nov 8 ballot to fund street repairs, sidewalks improvements and traffic safety improvements and Vision 2050 program plan – measure weighs 2 options; $0.30 per square foot per building or $0.26315 per residential building and $0.42065 per square foot per commercial building, 6. Vacancy Tax - taxes Vacant Residential Units Nov 8 ballot initiative, the vacancy tax is to either pay a tax or rent the units
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA FOR JULY 26, 2022 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89491193768
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 894 9119 3768
AGENDA: use link and HTML to see agenda and document details, or go to end of this post for full agenda with key items highlighted in bold and underlined.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Wednesday, July 27, 2022
Environment and Climate Commission at 5 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81707197465
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 817 0719 7465
AGENDA: 7. Tracking Climate Action and Resilience Implementation Progress Indicators, 8. $1.5 Million Healthy Residential Electrification Just Transition Pilot Program, 9. Work Plan.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/environment-and-climate-commission
Civic Arts Commission at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86147520326
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 861 4752 0326
AGENDA Presentations, Discussion & Action Items: 6. a) FY 2023 Individual Artists Projects, b) FY 2023 Festivals Grant funding, c) Homelessness Social Practice Project Plan, d) Aquatic Park Public Art Project, e) Mildred Howard sculpture Design Development, f) Presentation plinth for Queen Shamiram, g) Marina Circle Public Art Update, h) BART Plaza Home Sculpture, i) Demographics of awarded Civic Arts Grants.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
Police Accountability Board at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82237902987
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 822 3790 2987
AGENDA: 3, Public comment on agenda and non-agenda items6. Director’s report, Police Chief’s reports, 8. Subcommittee reports, 9. Finalize draft of proposed permanent Regulations for Handling Investigations and Complaints, 10. a. BPD Annual Equipment Use Report, b. c. update on the status of pending complaint investigations, d. Consider opening a policy on the discharge of inebriated individuals, 11. Remarks by outgoing interim Director of Police Accountability.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
Transportation and Infrastructure Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85332533768
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 853 3253 3768
AGENDA Discussion/Action Item: 1. Review Complete Streets checklist for a One Bay Area Grant round three (OBAG3) grant application.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/transportation-and-infrastructure-commission
Thursday, July 28, 2022
Mental Health Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83719253558
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 837 1925 3558
AGENDA: 3. Bridge to SCU, 4. Division Manager’s Report, 5. Public Program: Achieving an Adequate Standard of Living for People with Serious Mental Illness +/or Substance Use Issues and Disorders, especially for people experiencing homelessness and/or challenges meeting basic needs.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/mental-health-commission
BART Board of Directors at 4 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81239983285
AGENDA: 22-287 1 A. AB 2923 conformance findings for TOD (Transit Oriented Development) pages 222 – 249 in the Full Board packet
https://bart.legistar.com/MeetingDetail.aspx?ID=989125&GUID=BCD33656-55FA-4EC2-966F-BF7FD49338FD&Options=info|&Search=
Community Health Commission usually meets the 4th Thursday – no meeting announced
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/community
Friday, July 29, 2022 – no meetings found
Saturday, July 30, 2022
Adopt -a- Spot Volunteer Potluck Picnic organized by Public Works Department at Strawberry Creek Park at 12:30 – 3:30 pm
Sunday, July 31, 2022
Hazardous Waste drop-off event is closed
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AGENDA FOR JULY 26, 2022 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89491193768
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 894 9119 3768
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CONSENT:
1.2nd Reading Zoning Ordinance Amendments
2.Resolution continues local COVID-19 Emergency
3.Continue Meeting via video and teleconference
4.Minutes
5.$109,440 Downtown YMCA membership for city employee
6.Contract $750,000 with Lehr for Emergency Response Vehicle Supplies/Equipment and Installation Services, term 8/1/2022 – 9/30/2022 with option to extend for 5 additional years
7.Mental Health Services Act (MHSA) 2022-2023 Annual Update,
8.Amend Contract add $93,600 total $109,200 with Sonya Dublin Consulting to provide evaluation services and extend from 6/30/2022 to 6/30/2025
9.Shelter Plus Care Program Renewal Grants
10.Contract Amendments Mental Health Services Act Community Services, Supports Prevention and Early Intervention total $1,571,966
11.Revision of Tool Lending Specialist Classification
12.Amend Contract add $312,000 total $552,432 with Robert Half International/Protiviti for professional services in support of the cyber-resilience projects through 6/30/2023
13.Amend Contract add $154,927 total $2,549,482.53 with Superion, LLC for AS400 Software Maintenance and Support 7/1/2006 to 6/30/2023
14.Purchase Order $350,000 with Protiviti Government Services for GS-35F-0280X
15.Amend Contract add $140,000 total $2,294,769 with ESI Group for the IBM Hardware and Software Lease6/2/2003 to 6/30/2023
16.Donation from Caltrans New Sign at entrance to Berkeley Waterfront
17.Contract $900,000 with AE3 Partners, Inc for architectural services for the African American Holistic Resource Center (AAHRC) 8/1/2022 – 7/31/2025
18.Extension of Exclusive Negotiating Agreement with Innovation Properties Group for 199 Seawall Drive (His Lordships in Berkeley Marina),
19.Approval of funds for Electric Vehicle Charging Stations at Tuolomne Camp,
20.Accept Grant $112,337 from CHP Cannabis Tax Fund Grant Program to Reduce Impaired Driving in the City of Berkeley7/1/2022 to 6/30/2022
21.Amend Contract add $100,000 total $175,000 with DC Electric Group, Inc. for On-Call Electrical Services and extend thru 6/30/2025
22.Amend Contract add $75,000 total $255,000 with Berry Brothers Towing for on-call towing services and extend thru 1130/2025
23.Amend Contract add $400,000 total $700,000 with Wood Environment & Infrastructure Solutions, Inc. for on-call environmental consulting services extend thru 11/30/2025
24.Amend Contract add $100,000 total $287,401 with CycloMedia Technology, Inc. for Geographic Information System Infrastructure asset data acquisition and ongoing data access and extend thru 12/30/2025
25.Grant Application to California Highway Safety Improvement Program (HSIP) Cycle 11 for Protected Left-Turn Signals at multiple signalized intersections for up to $6,000,000
26.Disaster and Fire Safety Commission - Approval for one additional meeting for Disaster and Fire Safety Commission meeting
27.Arreguin – Authorize 3 Additional Homeless Services Panel of Experts meetings in 2022,
28.Robinson, co-sponsor Hahn – Resolution support Living Wage Act of 2022 to increase CA state-wide minimum wage to $18 on a gradual timeline.
ACTION:
29.BPD Chief Jennifer Louis - Accept Surveillance Technology Report, Surveillance Acquisition Report and Surveillance Use Policy for Automatic License Plate Readers,
30.BPD Chief Jennifer Louis – Police Equipment & Community Safety Ordinance Impact Statements, Associated Equipment Policies and Annual Equipment Use Report
31.4 x 4 Committee November 8, 2022 Ballot Initiative Amending the Rent Stabilization and Eviction for Good Cause Ordinance
32.Hahn, co-sponsors Taplin Bartlett, Harrison - Restoring and Improving Access to City of Berkeley Website and Archival Materials,
INFORMATION REPORTS:
33.CM – Sanctuary City Contracting Compliance Report for FY 2021
34.LPO NOD 2733 Buena Vista Way 7/26/2022
35.LPO NOD 2200-block Piedmont 7/26/2022
36.LPO NOD 8 Greenwood 7/26/2022
37.LPO NOD 2113 Kittredge 7/26/2022
38.2022 Commission on Aging Work Plan
39.City Auditor FY 2023 Audit Plan (Employee Retention, Rent Stabilization Board, Homelessness, follow-up on prior reports)
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LAND USE CALENDAR:
Public Hearing to be scheduled
1201 – 1205 San Pablo at ZAB Date 9/29/2022
2018 Blake 10/6/2022
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with the End of the Appeal Period
Bad news on tracking approved projects in the appeal period. Samantha Updegrave, Zoning Officer, Principal Planner wrote the listing of projects in the appeal period can only be found by looking up each project individually through permits online by address or permit number https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/2022-03/Online-Building-Permits-Guide.pdf
The website with easy to find listing of projects in the appeal period was left on the “cutting room floor” another casualty of the conversion to the new City of Berkeley website.
Here is the old website link, Please ask for it to be restored item 28 on the June 14 Council agenda.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
WORKSESSIONS:
September 20 Residential Objective Standards for Middle Housing at 4 pm
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Worth Noting:
Worth Noting:
Monday – Zero Waste Commission meets at 7 pm. The staff and legislative updates are at the beginning of the meeting.
Tuesday - July 26 is the last of City Council meetings before summer recess/vacation from July 27 through September 12, 2022. The ballot initiatives for a bond measure, street repair tax and rental vacancy tax are on the 3 pm special meeting agenda. NOTE the original announcement for the special meeting on ballot initiatives was 4 pm. It is changed to 3 pm. The Rent Stabilization and eviction ballot initiative, surveillance report, police equipment policies and city website are on the 6 pm meeting agenda.
Wednesday – Environment and Climate Commission at 5 pm takes up the Residential Electrification Program. Civic Arts at 6 pm reviews public art projects and grants. The Police Accountability Board at 7 pm has a full agenda. The Transportation and Infrastructure Commission at 7 pm is reviewing the complete streets grant application.
Thursday – the Mental Health Commission at 7 pm will hear progression on the SCU (Special Care Unit to respond to mental health calls with mental health workers and professional) and program presentation for improving the standard of living for persons with serious mental illness. The BART Board takes up conformance with AB 2923 (BART housing and parking requirements) at 4 pm.
The July 31 Hazardous Waste drop-off event sign-up is full.
August 2 is Neighborhood Night Out for further details and to register your event go to city website https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/news/national-night-out-2022
Check https://berkeleyca.gov/ for late meetings postings and city events.
Monday, July 25, 2022
Zero Waste Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/s/82587046286
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 825 8704 6286
AGENDA: Roll call – Mayor Arreguin, Councilmembers Robinson and Droste have not made appointments. (Droste leaves city council in December), Staff updates: Zero Waste Management Plan, Transfer Station Rates, Transfer Station Replacement, FITES Craft Bag Ordinance, Single-Use Foodware Ordinance Implementation, SB 1383 Implementation, Discussion/Action: 1. State legislative update, 2. Recommendation that council requires staff to bring rate modification proposals and analyses to the Zero Waste Commission for evaluation by the Commission prior to bringing them to Council.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zero-waste-commission
Tuesday, July 26, 2022
Community for Cultural Civic Center at 3 (?) pm (the council meeting was changed from 4 pm to 3 pm so this meeting time may be changed)
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89491193768
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 894 9119 3768
AGENDA: Bond measure to be considered by council at 4 pm special council meeting on July 26
https://berkeleycccc.org/
AGENDA FOR JULY 26, 2022 SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING at 3 PM
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89491193768
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 894 9119 3768
Agenda Consent: 1. Memorandum of Agreement with IBEW Local 1245 new salary levels, 2. Side Letter of Agreement for pre-age 65 Retiree Health Insurance of SEIU Local 1021 Maintenance and Clerical Chapters 7/1/2022 - 6/30/2022 City shall contribute additional $200 toward single and 2-party insurance rate, ACTION: 3. Resolution establishing fiscal policy to allocate $8 million per year from the general fund for street maintenance, 4. General Obligation Bond of $300,000,000 for Nov 8 election for Affordable Housing, Climate Change Resiliency, Wildlife Protection and other Public Infrastructure improvements, 5. Special tax measure on Nov 8 ballot to fund street repairs, sidewalks improvements and traffic safety improvements and Vision 2050 program plan – measure weighs 2 options; $0.30 per square foot per building or $0.26315 per residential building and $0.42065 per square foot per commercial building, 6. Vacancy Tax - taxes Vacant Residential Units Nov 8 ballot initiative, the vacancy tax is to either pay a tax or rent the units
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA FOR JULY 26, 2022 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89491193768
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 894 9119 3768
AGENDA: use link and HTML to see agenda and document details, or go to end of this post for full agenda with key items highlighted in bold and underlined.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Wednesday, July 27, 2022
Environment and Climate Commission at 5 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81707197465
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 817 0719 7465
AGENDA: 7. Tracking Climate Action and Resilience Implementation Progress Indicators, 8. $1.5 Million Healthy Residential Electrification Just Transition Pilot Program, 9. Work Plan.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/environment-and-climate-commission
Civic Arts Commission at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86147520326
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 861 4752 0326
AGENDA Presentations, Discussion & Action Items: 6. a) FY 2023 Individual Artists Projects, b) FY 2023 Festivals Grant funding, c) Homelessness Social Practice Project Plan, d) Aquatic Park Public Art Project, e) Mildred Howard sculpture Design Development, f) Presentation plinth for Queen Shamiram, g) Marina Circle Public Art Update, h) BART Plaza Home Sculpture, i) Demographics of awarded Civic Arts Grants.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
Police Accountability Board at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82237902987
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 822 3790 2987
AGENDA: 3, Public comment on agenda and non-agenda items6. Director’s report, Police Chief’s reports, 8. Subcommittee reports, 9. Finalize draft of proposed permanent Regulations for Handling Investigations and Complaints, 10. a. BPD Annual Equipment Use Report, b. c. update on the status of pending complaint investigations, d. Consider opening a policy on the discharge of inebriated individuals, 11. Remarks by outgoing interim Director of Police Accountability.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
Transportation and Infrastructure Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85332533768
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 853 3253 3768
AGENDA Discussion/Action Item: 1. Review Complete Streets checklist for a One Bay Area Grant round three (OBAG3) grant application.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/transportation-and-infrastructure-commission
Thursday, July 28, 2022
Mental Health Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83719253558
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 837 1925 3558
AGENDA: 3. Bridge to SCU, 4. Division Manager’s Report, 5. Public Program: Achieving an Adequate Standard of Living for People with Serious Mental Illness +/or Substance Use Issues and Disorders, especially for people experiencing homelessness and/or challenges meeting basic needs.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/mental-health-commission
BART Board of Directors at 4 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81239983285
AGENDA: 22-287 1 A. AB 2923 conformance findings for TOD (Transit Oriented Development) pages 222 – 249 in the Full Board packet
https://bart.legistar.com/MeetingDetail.aspx?ID=989125&GUID=BCD33656-55FA-4EC2-966F-BF7FD49338FD&Options=info|&Search=
Community Health Commission usually meets the 4th Thursday – no meeting announced
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/community
Friday, July 29, 2022 – no meetings found
Saturday, July 30, 2022
Adopt -a- Spot Volunteer Potluck Picnic organized by Public Works Department at Strawberry Creek Park at 12:30 – 3:30 pm
Sunday, July 31, 2022
Hazardous Waste drop-off event is closed
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AGENDA FOR JULY 26, 2022 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89491193768
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 894 9119 3768
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CONSENT:
1.2nd Reading Zoning Ordinance Amendments
2.Resolution continues local COVID-19 Emergency
3.Continue Meeting via video and teleconference
4.Minutes
5.$109,440 Downtown YMCA membership for city employee
6.Contract $750,000 with Lehr for Emergency Response Vehicle Supplies/Equipment and Installation Services, term 8/1/2022 – 9/30/2022 with option to extend for 5 additional years
7.Mental Health Services Act (MHSA) 2022-2023 Annual Update,
8.Amend Contract add $93,600 total $109,200 with Sonya Dublin Consulting to provide evaluation services and extend from 6/30/2022 to 6/30/2025
9.Shelter Plus Care Program Renewal Grants
10.Contract Amendments Mental Health Services Act Community Services, Supports Prevention and Early Intervention total $1,571,966
11.Revision of Tool Lending Specialist Classification
12.Amend Contract add $312,000 total $552,432 with Robert Half International/Protiviti for professional services in support of the cyber-resilience projects through 6/30/2023
13.Amend Contract add $154,927 total $2,549,482.53 with Superion, LLC for AS400 Software Maintenance and Support 7/1/2006 to 6/30/2023
14.Purchase Order $350,000 with Protiviti Government Services for GS-35F-0280X
15.Amend Contract add $140,000 total $2,294,769 with ESI Group for the IBM Hardware and Software Lease6/2/2003 to 6/30/2023
16.Donation from Caltrans New Sign at entrance to Berkeley Waterfront
17.Contract $900,000 with AE3 Partners, Inc for architectural services for the African American Holistic Resource Center (AAHRC) 8/1/2022 – 7/31/2025
18.Extension of Exclusive Negotiating Agreement with Innovation Properties Group for 199 Seawall Drive (His Lordships in Berkeley Marina),
19.Approval of funds for Electric Vehicle Charging Stations at Tuolomne Camp,
20.Accept Grant $112,337 from CHP Cannabis Tax Fund Grant Program to Reduce Impaired Driving in the City of Berkeley7/1/2022 to 6/30/2022
21.Amend Contract add $100,000 total $175,000 with DC Electric Group, Inc. for On-Call Electrical Services and extend thru 6/30/2025
22.Amend Contract add $75,000 total $255,000 with Berry Brothers Towing for on-call towing services and extend thru 1130/2025
23.Amend Contract add $400,000 total $700,000 with Wood Environment & Infrastructure Solutions, Inc. for on-call environmental consulting services extend thru 11/30/2025
24.Amend Contract add $100,000 total $287,401 with CycloMedia Technology, Inc. for Geographic Information System Infrastructure asset data acquisition and ongoing data access and extend thru 12/30/2025
25.Grant Application to California Highway Safety Improvement Program (HSIP) Cycle 11 for Protected Left-Turn Signals at multiple signalized intersections for up to $6,000,000
26.Disaster and Fire Safety Commission - Approval for one additional meeting for Disaster and Fire Safety Commission meeting
27.Arreguin – Authorize 3 Additional Homeless Services Panel of Experts meetings in 2022,
28.Robinson, co-sponsor Hahn – Resolution support Living Wage Act of 2022 to increase CA state-wide minimum wage to $18 on a gradual timeline.
ACTION:
29.BPD Chief Jennifer Louis - Accept Surveillance Technology Report, Surveillance Acquisition Report and Surveillance Use Policy for Automatic License Plate Readers,
30.BPD Chief Jennifer Louis – Police Equipment & Community Safety Ordinance Impact Statements, Associated Equipment Policies and Annual Equipment Use Report
31.4 x 4 Committee November 8, 2022 Ballot Initiative Amending the Rent Stabilization and Eviction for Good Cause Ordinance
32.Hahn, co-sponsors Taplin Bartlett, Harrison - Restoring and Improving Access to City of Berkeley Website and Archival Materials,
INFORMATION REPORTS:
33.CM – Sanctuary City Contracting Compliance Report for FY 2021
34.LPO NOD 2733 Buena Vista Way 7/26/2022
35.LPO NOD 2200-block Piedmont 7/26/2022
36.LPO NOD 8 Greenwood 7/26/2022
37.LPO NOD 2113 Kittredge 7/26/2022
38.2022 Commission on Aging Work Plan
39.City Auditor FY 2023 Audit Plan (Employee Retention, Rent Stabilization Board, Homelessness, follow-up on prior reports)
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LAND USE CALENDAR:
Public Hearing to be scheduled
1201 – 1205 San Pablo at ZAB Date 9/29/2022
2018 Blake 10/6/2022
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with the End of the Appeal Period
Bad news on tracking approved projects in the appeal period. Samantha Updegrave, Zoning Officer, Principal Planner wrote the listing of projects in the appeal period can only be found by looking up each project individually through permits online by address or permit number https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/2022-03/Online-Building-Permits-Guide.pdf
The website with easy to find listing of projects in the appeal period was left on the “cutting room floor” another casualty of the conversion to the new City of Berkeley website.
Here is the old website link, Please ask for it to be restored item 28 on the June 14 Council agenda.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
WORKSESSIONS:
September 20 Residential Objective Standards for Middle Housing at 4 pm
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
July 17 - July 24, 2022
Worth Noting:
The July 19th Council worksession was cancelled. The Regular Council 6 pm meeting agenda for the July 26th meeting is available for comment go to the end of this post or use this link: https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas The planned July 26th 4 pm special meeting on ballot initiatives for the November election is not posted yet. Stay tuned.
Check the new city website for late postings https://berkeleyca.gov/ but don’t count on the City to publish all the Berkeley City meetings that are important.
Tuesday the Land Use Committee scheduled a special meeting at 4 pm on changing zoning to allow Research and Development (R&D) in commercial districts.
Wednesday the Commission on Aging at 1 pm includes TOPA. FITES at 2:30 pm takes up GHG limits and autonomous vehicles. In the evening the Commission on Labor at 7 pm includes Fair Work Week and union action and unionizing effort at REI.
Thursday the same evening as the prime time January 6th hearing the Design Review Committee meets at 7 pm with only one agenda item, the final design review of 2440 Shattuck. Bird safe glass is still an issue.
Meetings Cancelled: Fair Campaign Practices Commission and Open government Commission, Human Welfare and Community Action Commission
Monday, July 18, 2022
City Council CLOSED SESSION at 4 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87836924529
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 878 3692 4529
AGENDA: 1. Public Employee Appointment – Director of Police Accountability Board.
https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-closed-meeting-eagenda-july-18-2022
Peace and Justice Commission at 7 pm
The Zoom link is listed, but there is no posted agenda, this meeting is likely cancelled check website Monday
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87617632194
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/peace-and-justice-commission
Tuesday, July 19, 2022
Special Meeting City Council Land Use, Housing & Economic Development at 4 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1603583371
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 160 358 3371
AGENDA: 1. Robinson, Taplin, Arreguin, Harrison – “Keep Innovation in Berkeley” naming R&D as an allowed use in commercial districts Telegraph (C-T), Downtown (C-DMU), update district purpose in MM and MU-LI.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-land-use-housing-economic-development
BART Audit Committee at 2 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84579171980
AGENDA: Check link for agenda, includes did BART spend Federal funding as allowed
https://bart.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx
Wednesday, July 20, 2022
City Council Facilities, Infrastructure, Transportation, Environment & Sustainability Committee (FITES) at 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1605318273
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 160 531 8273
AGENDA: 2. Taplin - Regulation of Autonomous Vehicles, 3. Harrison, co-sponsors Bartlett, Hahn - Adopt an Ordinance establishing GHG limits, process for updated Climate Action Plan, Monitoring, Evaluation, Reporting and Regional Collaboration.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-facilities-infrastructure-transportation-environment-sustainability
Commission on Aging at 1:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87859343194
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 726 7423 9145
AGENDA: 4. Vacancies, 5. TOPA, 6. Age Friendly Initiative for ½ time coordinator, 7. Systemic Ageism, 8. Scamming Seniors
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-aging
Commission on Labor at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85399338378
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 853 9933 8378
AGENDA: 4. Presentation and Discussion – Housing, Unions and CEQA, 5. Fair Work Week, 6. Discussion/possible action regarding the role of the Commission on Labor to provide technical assistance to the community, 7. Berkeley Federation of Teachers contract negotiations with BUSD, 8. Labor Education in Schools Subcommittee updates, 9. REI Labor Organizing, 10. City Clerk Agenda Format for Commissions.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-labor
Thursday, July 21, 2022
Design Review Committee at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89735690377
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 897 3569 0377
AGENDA: 2440 Shattuck – Final design Review – demolish 1-story commercial building and construct an 8-story, mixed use building with 40 dwelling units and 2700 sq ft commercial space.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/design-review-committee
Friday, July 22, 2022 & Saturday, July 23, 2022 & Sunday, July 24, 2022 – no city meetings found
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AGENDA FOR JULY 26, 2022 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89491193768
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 894 9119 3768
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CONSENT:
1.2nd Reading Zoning Ordinance Amendments
2.Resolution continues local COVID-19 Emergency
3.Continue Meeting via video and teleconference
4.Minutes
5.$109,440 Downtown YMCA membership for city employee
6.Contract $750,000 with Lehr for Emergency Response Vehicle Supplies/Equipment and Installation Services, term 8/1/2022 – 9/30/2022 with option to extend for 5 additional years
7.Mental Health Services Act (MHSA) 2022-2023 Annual Update,
8.Amend Contract add $93,600 total $109,200 with Sonya Dublin Consulting to provide evaluation services and extend from 6/30/2022 to 6/30/2025
9.Shelter Plus Care Program Renewal Grants
10.Contract Amendments Mental Health Services Act Community Services, Supports Prevention and Early Intervention total $1,571,966
11.Revision of Tool Lending Specialist Classification
12.Amend Contract add $312,000 total $552,432 with Robert Half International/Protiviti for professional services in support of the cyber-resilience projects through 6/30/2023
13.Amend Contract add $154,927 total $2,549,482.53 with Superion, LLC for AS400 Software Maintenance and Support 7/1/2006 to 6/30/2023
14.Purchase Order $350,000 with Protiviti Government Services for GS-35F-0280X
15.Amend Contract add $140,000 total $2,294,769 with ESI Group for the IBM Hardware and Software Lease6/2/2003 to 6/30/2023
16.Donation from Caltrans New Sign at entrance to Berkeley Waterfront
17.Contract $900,000 with AE3 Partners, Inc for architectural services for the African American Holistic Resource Center (AAHRC) 8/1/2022 – 7/31/2025
18.Extension of Exclusive Negotiating Agreement with Innovation Properties Group for 199 Seawall Drive (His Lordships in Berkeley Marina),
19.Approval of funds for Electric Vehicle Charging Stations at Tuolomne Camp,
20.Accept Grant $112,337 from CHP Cannabis Tax Fund Grant Program to Reduce Impaired Driving in the City of Berkeley7/1/2022 to 6/30/2022
21.Amend Contract add $100,000 total $175,000 with DC Electric Group, Inc. for On-Call Electrical Services and extend thru 6/30/2025
22.Amend Contract add $75,000 total $255,000 with Berry Brothers Towing for on-call towing services and extend thru 1130/2025
23.Amend Contract add $400,000 total $700,000 with Wood Environment & Infrastructure Solutions, Inc. for on-call environmental consulting services extend thru 11/30/2025
24.Amend Contract add $100,000 total $287,401 with CycloMedia Technology, Inc. for Geographic Information System Infrastructure asset data acquisition and ongoing data access and extend thru 12/30/2025
25.Grant Application to California Highway Safety Improvement Program (HSIP) Cycle 11 for Protected Left-Turn Signals at multiple signalized intersections for up to $6,000,000
26.Disaster and Fire Safety Commission - Approval for one additional meeting for Disaster and Fire Safety Commission meeting
27.Arreguin – Authorize 3 Additional Homeless Services Panel of Experts meetings in 2022,
28.Robinson, co-sponsor Hahn – Resolution support Living Wage Act of 2022 to increase CA state-wide minimum wage to $18 on a gradual timeline.
ACTION:
29.BPD Chief Jennifer Louis - Accept Surveillance Technology Report, Surveillance Acquisition Report and Surveillance Use Policy for Automatic License Plate Readers,
30.BPD Chief Jennifer Louis – Police Equipment & Community Safety Ordinance Impact Statements, Associated Equipment Policies and Annual Equipment Use Report
31.4 x 4 Committee November 8, 2022 Ballot Initiative Amending the Rent Stabilization and Eviction for Good Cause Ordinance
32.Hahn, co-sponsors Taplin Bartlett, Harrison - Restoring and Improving Access to City of Berkeley Website and Archival Materials,
33.CM – Sanctuary City Contracting Compliance Report for FY 2021
34.LPO NOD 2733 Buena Vista Way 7/26/2022
35.LPO NOD 2200-block Piedmont 7/26/2022
36.LPO NOD 8 Greenwood 7/26/2022
37.LPO NOD 2113 Kittredge 7/26/2022
38.2022 Commission on Aging Work Plan
39.City Auditor FY 2023 Audit Plan (Employee Retention, Rent Stabilization Board, Homelessness, follow-up on prior reports)
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LAND USE CALENDAR:
Public Hearing to be scheduled
1201 – 1205 San Pablo at ZAB Date 9/29/2022
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with the End of the Appeal Period
Bad news on tracking approved projects in the appeal period. Samantha Updegrave, Zoning Officer, Principal Planner wrote the listing of projects in the appeal period can only be found by looking up each project individually through permits online by address or permit number https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/2022-03/Online-Building-Permits-Guide.pdf
The website with easy to find listing of projects in the appeal period was left on the “cutting room floor” another casualty of the conversion to the new City of Berkeley website.
Here is the old website link, Please ask for it to be restored item 28 on the June 14 Council agenda.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
WORKSESSIONS:
June 26 – Ballot Measure Development Discussion
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Alameda County LAFCO Presentation
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Worth Noting:
The July 19th Council worksession was cancelled. The Regular Council 6 pm meeting agenda for the July 26th meeting is available for comment go to the end of this post or use this link: https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas The planned July 26th 4 pm special meeting on ballot initiatives for the November election is not posted yet. Stay tuned.
Check the new city website for late postings https://berkeleyca.gov/ but don’t count on the City to publish all the Berkeley City meetings that are important.
Tuesday the Land Use Committee scheduled a special meeting at 4 pm on changing zoning to allow Research and Development (R&D) in commercial districts.
Wednesday the Commission on Aging at 1 pm includes TOPA. FITES at 2:30 pm takes up GHG limits and autonomous vehicles. In the evening the Commission on Labor at 7 pm includes Fair Work Week and union action and unionizing effort at REI.
Thursday the same evening as the prime time January 6th hearing the Design Review Committee meets at 7 pm with only one agenda item, the final design review of 2440 Shattuck. Bird safe glass is still an issue.
Meetings Cancelled: Fair Campaign Practices Commission and Open government Commission, Human Welfare and Community Action Commission
Monday, July 18, 2022
City Council CLOSED SESSION at 4 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87836924529
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 878 3692 4529
AGENDA: 1. Public Employee Appointment – Director of Police Accountability Board.
https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-closed-meeting-eagenda-july-18-2022
Peace and Justice Commission at 7 pm
The Zoom link is listed, but there is no posted agenda, this meeting is likely cancelled check website Monday
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87617632194
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/peace-and-justice-commission
Tuesday, July 19, 2022
Special Meeting City Council Land Use, Housing & Economic Development at 4 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1603583371
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 160 358 3371
AGENDA: 1. Robinson, Taplin, Arreguin, Harrison – “Keep Innovation in Berkeley” naming R&D as an allowed use in commercial districts Telegraph (C-T), Downtown (C-DMU), update district purpose in MM and MU-LI.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-land-use-housing-economic-development
BART Audit Committee at 2 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84579171980
AGENDA: Check link for agenda, includes did BART spend Federal funding as allowed
https://bart.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx
Wednesday, July 20, 2022
City Council Facilities, Infrastructure, Transportation, Environment & Sustainability Committee (FITES) at 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1605318273
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 160 531 8273
AGENDA: 2. Taplin - Regulation of Autonomous Vehicles, 3. Harrison, co-sponsors Bartlett, Hahn - Adopt an Ordinance establishing GHG limits, process for updated Climate Action Plan, Monitoring, Evaluation, Reporting and Regional Collaboration.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-facilities-infrastructure-transportation-environment-sustainability
Commission on Aging at 1:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87859343194
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 726 7423 9145
AGENDA: 4. Vacancies, 5. TOPA, 6. Age Friendly Initiative for ½ time coordinator, 7. Systemic Ageism, 8. Scamming Seniors
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-aging
Commission on Labor at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85399338378
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 853 9933 8378
AGENDA: 4. Presentation and Discussion – Housing, Unions and CEQA, 5. Fair Work Week, 6. Discussion/possible action regarding the role of the Commission on Labor to provide technical assistance to the community, 7. Berkeley Federation of Teachers contract negotiations with BUSD, 8. Labor Education in Schools Subcommittee updates, 9. REI Labor Organizing, 10. City Clerk Agenda Format for Commissions.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-labor
Thursday, July 21, 2022
Design Review Committee at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89735690377
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 897 3569 0377
AGENDA: 2440 Shattuck – Final design Review – demolish 1-story commercial building and construct an 8-story, mixed use building with 40 dwelling units and 2700 sq ft commercial space.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/design-review-committee
Friday, July 22, 2022 & Saturday, July 23, 2022 & Sunday, July 24, 2022 – no city meetings found
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AGENDA FOR JULY 26, 2022 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89491193768
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 894 9119 3768
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CONSENT:
1.2nd Reading Zoning Ordinance Amendments
2.Resolution continues local COVID-19 Emergency
3.Continue Meeting via video and teleconference
4.Minutes
5.$109,440 Downtown YMCA membership for city employee
6.Contract $750,000 with Lehr for Emergency Response Vehicle Supplies/Equipment and Installation Services, term 8/1/2022 – 9/30/2022 with option to extend for 5 additional years
7.Mental Health Services Act (MHSA) 2022-2023 Annual Update,
8.Amend Contract add $93,600 total $109,200 with Sonya Dublin Consulting to provide evaluation services and extend from 6/30/2022 to 6/30/2025
9.Shelter Plus Care Program Renewal Grants
10.Contract Amendments Mental Health Services Act Community Services, Supports Prevention and Early Intervention total $1,571,966
11.Revision of Tool Lending Specialist Classification
12.Amend Contract add $312,000 total $552,432 with Robert Half International/Protiviti for professional services in support of the cyber-resilience projects through 6/30/2023
13.Amend Contract add $154,927 total $2,549,482.53 with Superion, LLC for AS400 Software Maintenance and Support 7/1/2006 to 6/30/2023
14.Purchase Order $350,000 with Protiviti Government Services for GS-35F-0280X
15.Amend Contract add $140,000 total $2,294,769 with ESI Group for the IBM Hardware and Software Lease6/2/2003 to 6/30/2023
16.Donation from Caltrans New Sign at entrance to Berkeley Waterfront
17.Contract $900,000 with AE3 Partners, Inc for architectural services for the African American Holistic Resource Center (AAHRC) 8/1/2022 – 7/31/2025
18.Extension of Exclusive Negotiating Agreement with Innovation Properties Group for 199 Seawall Drive (His Lordships in Berkeley Marina),
19.Approval of funds for Electric Vehicle Charging Stations at Tuolomne Camp,
20.Accept Grant $112,337 from CHP Cannabis Tax Fund Grant Program to Reduce Impaired Driving in the City of Berkeley7/1/2022 to 6/30/2022
21.Amend Contract add $100,000 total $175,000 with DC Electric Group, Inc. for On-Call Electrical Services and extend thru 6/30/2025
22.Amend Contract add $75,000 total $255,000 with Berry Brothers Towing for on-call towing services and extend thru 1130/2025
23.Amend Contract add $400,000 total $700,000 with Wood Environment & Infrastructure Solutions, Inc. for on-call environmental consulting services extend thru 11/30/2025
24.Amend Contract add $100,000 total $287,401 with CycloMedia Technology, Inc. for Geographic Information System Infrastructure asset data acquisition and ongoing data access and extend thru 12/30/2025
25.Grant Application to California Highway Safety Improvement Program (HSIP) Cycle 11 for Protected Left-Turn Signals at multiple signalized intersections for up to $6,000,000
26.Disaster and Fire Safety Commission - Approval for one additional meeting for Disaster and Fire Safety Commission meeting
27.Arreguin – Authorize 3 Additional Homeless Services Panel of Experts meetings in 2022,
28.Robinson, co-sponsor Hahn – Resolution support Living Wage Act of 2022 to increase CA state-wide minimum wage to $18 on a gradual timeline.
ACTION:
29.BPD Chief Jennifer Louis - Accept Surveillance Technology Report, Surveillance Acquisition Report and Surveillance Use Policy for Automatic License Plate Readers,
30.BPD Chief Jennifer Louis – Police Equipment & Community Safety Ordinance Impact Statements, Associated Equipment Policies and Annual Equipment Use Report
31.4 x 4 Committee November 8, 2022 Ballot Initiative Amending the Rent Stabilization and Eviction for Good Cause Ordinance
32.Hahn, co-sponsors Taplin Bartlett, Harrison - Restoring and Improving Access to City of Berkeley Website and Archival Materials,
33.CM – Sanctuary City Contracting Compliance Report for FY 2021
34.LPO NOD 2733 Buena Vista Way 7/26/2022
35.LPO NOD 2200-block Piedmont 7/26/2022
36.LPO NOD 8 Greenwood 7/26/2022
37.LPO NOD 2113 Kittredge 7/26/2022
38.2022 Commission on Aging Work Plan
39.City Auditor FY 2023 Audit Plan (Employee Retention, Rent Stabilization Board, Homelessness, follow-up on prior reports)
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LAND USE CALENDAR:
Public Hearing to be scheduled
1201 – 1205 San Pablo at ZAB Date 9/29/2022
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with the End of the Appeal Period
Bad news on tracking approved projects in the appeal period. Samantha Updegrave, Zoning Officer, Principal Planner wrote the listing of projects in the appeal period can only be found by looking up each project individually through permits online by address or permit number https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/2022-03/Online-Building-Permits-Guide.pdf
The website with easy to find listing of projects in the appeal period was left on the “cutting room floor” another casualty of the conversion to the new City of Berkeley website.
Here is the old website link, Please ask for it to be restored item 28 on the June 14 Council agenda.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
WORKSESSIONS:
June 26 – Ballot Measure Development Discussion
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Alameda County LAFCO Presentation
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
July 10 - July 17, 2022
Worth Noting:
Check the new city website for late postings https://berkeleyca.gov/ but don’t count on the City to publish all the Berkeley City meetings that are important.
Monday – daytime meetings only, no evening meetings – 10 am Health, Life Enrichment, Equity & Community takes up Fair Work Week and Office of Racial Equity, 2:30 pm is Agenda planning for July 26.
Tuesday – 7 am January 6th Hearing, 10 am 4 x 4 on Relocation Ordinance, 6 pm City Council regular meeting with warrantless searches as item 18.
Wednesday – 6:30 pm Fire Dept webinar on home hardening, 7 pm Parks Commission item 9 is the Berkeley Marina Area Specific Plan more appropriately described as the Berkeley Marina Commercial Development Plan, 7 pm Police Accountability Board item 10 c. is Controlled Equipment.
Thursday – 7 pm Zoning Adjustment Board, 3 projects addition to / expansion of existing buildings
Friday – 9am Climate Emergency Task Force webinar focuses on the environment & climate with 3 presentations, military & climate, forever chemicals and wildfire.
DEADLINE July 14, 2022 to comment on standards for new housing in the Housing Element Draft go to Appendix B (size – height, mass – how much of lot is covered), Check Site Map and comment on suggested locations for new housing, Chapter 4 - Housing Constraints in Housing Element Public Draft starting on page 67 is helpful background. Put your attention on Appendix B and Sites.
Draft: https://raimi.konveio.com/city-berkeley-housing-element-update-public-draft
Housing Element Update Webpage: https://berkeleyca.gov/construction-development/land-use-development/general-plan-and-area-plans/housing-element-update
Rent Board - Ballot request deadline extended to Monday, July 11 at 11:59 pm Friday. Ballots must be turned in by July 15 at 11:59 pm. For full information go to the Berkeley Tenants Convention website https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfOAqWds54-w3W7J_UGPWqhdTRARFOGf6JmfCJa8xMJTFsw-w/viewform
Two BART meetings are included in the calendar. Monday at 4 pm BART Police Citizen Review Board if you are interested in incidents on BART and Tuesday at 2 pm BART Justice subcommittee on parking policy.
Monday, July 11, 2022 – Juneteenth Holiday
City Council Health, Life Enrichment, Equity & Community Committee at 10 am, (Hahn, Bartlett, Kesarwani)
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87886171626
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 878 8617 1626
AGENDA: 2a. Commission on Labor - Fair Workweek Ordinance, 2b. CM – review and evaluate impacts and costs, 3. Taplin, co-sponsors Harrison, Hahn, Robinson – Office of Racial Equity: Re-Entry Employment and Guaranteed Income Programs.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-health-life-enrichment-equity-community
Agenda and Rules Committee at 2:30 pm (Arreguin, Wengraf, Hahn)
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88608674408
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 886 0867 4408
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 4/12/2022 draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda after list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournments in Memory, 5. Worksessions Schedule, 6. Referrals to Agenda Committee for Scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review: 8. COVID, 9. Return to In-person meetings, Unscheduled Items: 10. Discussion Regarding Design and Strengthening of Policy Committees, 11. Supporting Commissions, Guidance on Legislative Proposals.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
BART Police Citizen Review Board at 4 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84514563579
Teleconference: 1-833-548-0282 Meeting ID: 845 1456 3579
https://bart.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx
Tuesday, July 12, 2022
4x4 Joint Task Force Committee on Housing: Rent Board/City Council at 10 am
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81457454729?pwd=QlQvSVQxWi84Q09neU1pU20rRytjUT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 814 5745 4729
AGENDA: 6. Possible recommendation to Council regarding Relocation Ordinance and suggested additions regarding Tenant Habitability Plan, 7. Discussion regarding pandemic “eviction cliff”
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/4x4-joint-task-force-committee-housing
City Council CLOSED Session at 4 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87495949850
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 874 9594 9850
AGENDA: Appointment Director of Police Accountability
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81476464690
Teleconference: 1-699-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 814 7646 4690
AGENDA: use link and HTML to see agenda and document details, or go to end of this post for full agenda with key items highlighted in bold and underlined.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Civic Arts Commission Grants Subcommittee at 10 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88687977292
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 886 8797 7292
AGENDA: 5. a) FY23 Individual Artist Projects, b) FY23 Festivals grant fnding
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
BART Environmental Justice Advisory Committee at 2 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82538552999
Teleconference: 1-833-548-0282 Meeting ID: 825 3855 2999
AGENDA: Parking Policy Update
https://bart.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx
Wednesday, July 13, 2022
Parks, Recreation, and Waterfront Commission (PRW) at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89908872760
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 899 0887 2760
AGENDA: 7. Director’s Report (Ferris), 8. City-adopted PRW 2023/24 Operations and CIP Budget Update, 9. Berkeley Marina Area Specific Plan (BMASP), check proposed development https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/documents/2022-03-16-FINAL-Mtg_deck-CW2-Deck_0.pdf 10. PRW Roadmap a long-term action plan, 11. In-person meetings.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/parks-recreation-and-waterfront-commission
Police Accountability Board at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82237902987
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 822 3790 2987
AGENDA: 3. Public Comment on agenda and non-agenda item, 4. Minutes, 5. Chair and Board members reports, 7. Chief of Police, 8. Subcommittee reports, 9. A. Continue reviewing draft of proposed permanent Regulations for Handling investigations and complaints, 10. a. Transition to permanent Director of Police Accountability, b. Attendance at NACOLE Annual Conference Sept 11-15 in Ft Worth, TX, c. Consider recommendations of Controlled Equipment Subcommittee regarding Policy 709, Military Equipment for transmittal to City Council.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
Home Hardening for Wildfire: Vents and Property Clean Up at 6:30 – 8 pm
Hosted by Berkeley Fire Department use link to sign up for workshop.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/home-hardening-wildfire-vents-and-property-clean
Thursday, July 14, 2022
Zoning Adjustment Board (ZAB) at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86404007773
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 864 0400 7773
AGENDA: 1585 University – on consent - add distilled spirits
1818 Milvia – on consent – demolish existing detached garage, lift 2-story duplex and construct major residential increase the number of bedrooms on property to 8, establish one off-street parking spot within an attached garage on the ground floor, lot is nonconforming to lot coverage, density and setbacks
1822 Milvia – on consent – demolish existing garage and unpermitted portion of the existing dwelling, lift the building to create a 3rd floor, add 6th bedroom, relocate the existing parking within an attached garage on the new ground floor, lot nonconforming to lot coverage and setbacks,
1643 – 1647 California – staff recommend approve – create a new lower basement level, construct a new 2nd story, modify the existing duplex layout, resulting in a 3,763 sq ft duplex.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zoning-adjustments-board
Friday, July 15, 2022
Climate Emergency Mobilization Task Force at 9 am – 12 pm
Go to website to register, event is free, donations suggested
Agenda: 9 am - welcome, Militarism & Climate, 10 am - Petrochemicals, PFAS, Plastics & Climate, 11 am - Wildfires in the Wild & City.
https://www.cemtf.org/
Saturday, July 16, 2022 & Sunday, June 17, 2022
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AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE at 2:30 pm (Arreguin, Wengraf, Hahn)
DRAFT AGENDA FOR JULY 26, 2022 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88608674408
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 886 0867 4408
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
CONSENT:
1.Resolution continues local COVID-19 Emergency
2.Continue Meeting via video and teleconference
3.Minutes
4.4 Downtown YMCA membership for city employee
5.Contract $750,000 with Lehr for Emergency Response Vehicle Supplies/Equipment and Installation Services, term 8/1/2022 – 9/30/2022 with option to extend for 5 additional years
6.Mental Health Services Act (MHSA) 2022-2023 Annual Update,
7.Amend Contract add $93,600 total $109,200 with Sonya Dublin Consulting to provide evaluation services and extend from 6/30/2022 to 6/30/2025
8.Shelter Plus Care Program Renewal Grants
9.Contract Amendments Mental Health Services Act Community Services, Supports Prevention and Early Intervention total $1,571,966
10.Revision of Tool Lending Specialist Classification
11.Amend Contract add $312,000 total $552,432 with Robert Half International/Protiviti for professional services in support of the cyber-resilience projects through 6/30/2023
12.Amend Contract add $154,927 total $2,549,482.53 with Superion, LLC for AS400 Software Maintenance and Support 7/1/2006 to 6/30/2023
13.Purchase Order $350,000 with Protiviti Government Services for GS-35F-0280X
14.Amend Contract add $140,000total $2,294,769 with ESI Group for the IBM Hardware and Software Lease6/2/2003 to 6/30/2023
15.Donation from Caltrans New Sign at entrance to Berkeley Waterfront
16.Contract $900,000 with AE3 Partners, Inc for architectural services for the African American Holistic Resource Center (AAHRC) 8/1/2022 – 7/31/2025
17.Extension of Exclusive Negotiating Agreement with Innovation Properties Group for 199 Seawall Drive (His Lordships in Berkeley Marina),
18.Accept Grant $112,337 from CHP Cannabis Tax Fund Grant Program to Reduce Impaired Driving in the City of Berkeley7/1/2022 to 6/30/2022
19.Amend Contract add $100,000 total $175,000 with DC Electric Group, Inc. for On-Call Electrical Services and extend thru 6/30/2025
20.Amend Contract add $75,000 total $255,000 with Berry Brothers Towing for on-call towing services and extend thru 1130/2025
21.Amend Contract add $400,000 total $700,000 with Wood Environment & Infrastructure Solutions, Inc. for on-call environmental consulting services extend thru 11/30/2025
22.Amend Contract add $100,000 total $287,401 with CycloMedia Technology, Inc. for Geographic Information System Infrastructure asset data acquisition and ongoing data access and extend thru 12/30/2025
23.Grant Application to California Highway Safety Improvement Program (HSIP) Cycle 11 for Protected Left-Turn Signals at multiple signalized intersections for up to $6,000,000
24.Disaster and Fire Safety Commission - Approval for one additional meeting for Disaster and Fire Safety Commission meeting
25.Youth Commission - Add Youth member to the Environment and Climate Commission
26.Taplin – Council Expenditure up to $500 to support Young Lives Matter Foundation and Berkeley Junior Jackets 6th Annual Jr Jackets Day
27.Robinson – Resolution support Living Wage Act of 2022 to increase CA state-wide minimum wage to $18 on a gradual timeline.
ACTION:
28.CM – Adopt Resolution and Ordinance for a Personal Delivery Device Permit Program
29.BPD Chief Jennifer Louis - Accept Surveillance Technology Report, Surveillance Acquisition Report and Surveillance Use Policy for Automatic License Plate Readers,
30.BPD Chief Jennifer Louis – Police Equipment & Community Safety Ordinance Impact Statements, Associated Equipment Policies and Annual Equipment Use Report
31.Arreguin – Authorize 3 Additional Homeless Services Panel of Experts meetings in 2022,
32.Bartlett – Outcomes Based Funding, Pay-for-Success and Social Impact Bonds
INFORMATION REPORTS
33.CM – Sanctuary City Contracting Compliance Report
34.LPO NOD 2733 Buena Vista Way
35.LPO NOD 2200-block Piedmont
36.LPO NOD 8 Greenwood
37.LPO NOD 2113 Kittredge
38.2022 Commission on Aging Work Plan
39.City Auditor FY 2023 Audit Plan (Employee Retention, Rent Stabilization Board, Homelessness, follow-up on prior reports)
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CITY COUNCIL REGULAR Meeting JULY 12, 2022 at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81476464690
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 814 7646 4690
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CONSENT:
1. Annual Appropriations Ordinance FY 2023 $754,176,624 (gross), $625,939,999 (net)
2. goBerkeley SmartSpace Pilot Program Implementation Recommendations 1. Adopt an Ordinance repealing and reenacting Berkeley Municipal Code Chapter 14.52 Parking Meters to enable demand-responsive paid parking for non-RPP permit holders in the 2700 blocks of Durant Avenue, Channing Way, and Haste Street and the 2300-2400 blocks of Piedmont Avenue (a portion of Residential Preferential Parking Program Area I) for the duration of the grant-funded goBerkeley SmartSpace pilot program, and allow payment via license plate entry pay stations (“pay-by-plate”) to improve convenience and enforcement;
3. Voting Delegates – League of CA Cities Annual Conference,
4. Formal bid Solicitations $3,620,000
5. Amend Contract add $10,000 total $60,000 with Waters Moving & Storage to move Aging Services back to North Berkeley Senior Center,
6. Amend contract add $110,000 total $380,000 with Bartel Associates, LLC for Actuarial Consulting Services thru 12/31/2023,
7. Amend contract add $28,679 total $64,990 with Vestra Resources, Inc for Geographic Information System (GIS) Services 9/15/2018 – 6/30/2024,
8. Amend contract add $300,000 total $500,000 with Hamilton Tree Service, Inc. as needed tree services,
9. Amend contract add $200,000 total $700,000 with West Coast Arborists, Inc. for as-needed tree services,
10. Amend contract add $26,000 total $1,145,580 with OBS Engineering, Inc. for John Hinkel Park Amphitheater Area Improvements Project,
11. Auditor’s Financial Condition (FY 2012 – FY 2021): Pension Liabilities and Infrastructure Need Attention,
12. Arreguin – Amend Contract $78,000 with Szabo & Associates for Communications Consulting Services thru 6/30/2023,
13. Arreguin co-sponsors Robinson, Hahn – Resolution joining House America, an initiative of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development and the U.S. Interagency Council on Homelessness to form partnerships with state, tribal and local governments to rehouse people experiencing homelessness,
14. Taplin, co-sponsor Hahn – Support for Assembly Constitutional Amendment 3 – CA Constitution currently prohibits slavery, but includes an exemption for involuntary servitude as punishment for a crime Amendment 3 removes the exemption for involuntary servitude,
15. Taplin - Support for AB-1816 Reentry Housing and Workforce Development Program – in CA it costs $100,000/yr to imprison one person and $25,000/yr for permanent supportive housing,
16. Robinson, co-sponsor Hahn - Support for SB 1063: Flexibility for Energy Innovation authorize CA Energy Commission (CEC) to make new technology standards effective sooner – removes 1 year delay requirement for new technology standards, instead allows flexibility in effective dates,
ACTION:
17. CM - Zoning Ordinance Amendments Title 23,
18. Droste, Taplin – Revision to Section 311.6 Warrantless Searches of Individuals on Supervised Release Search Conditions of the Berkeley Police Department Law,
19. Hahn, co-sponsors Taplin, Bartlett, Harrison - Restoring and Improving Access to City of Berkeley Website and Archival Materials,
20. Rent Stabilization Board – Ballot Initiative Proposed Amendment to Rent Stabilization and Eviction for Good Cause Ordinance,
INFORMATION REPORT: 21. Youth Commission Work Plan 2022.
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LAND USE CALENDAR:
NOD – Notices of Decision
2328 Channing re-locate building – 7/14/2022
2213 Fourth St construct parking garage 7/14/2022
747, 787 construct R & D building and parking lot 7/19/2022
Public Hearing to be scheduled
1201 – 1205 San Pablo construct mixed-use building - 9/29/2022
2018 Blake construct multi-family residential building – 10/6/2022
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1643-47 California – new basement level and 2nd story
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with the End of the Appeal Period
Bad news on tracking approved projects in the appeal period. Samantha Updegrave, Zoning Officer, Principal Planner wrote the listing of projects in the appeal period can only be found by looking up each project individually through permits online by address or permit number https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/2022-03/Online-Building-Permits-Guide.pdf
The website with easy to find listing of projects in the appeal period was left on the “cutting room floor” another casualty of the conversion to the new City of Berkeley website.
Here is the old website link, Please ask for it to be restored
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
WORKSESSIONS:
July 19 –
July 26 – Special meeting at 4 pm on ballot measures
September 20 Residential Objective Standards for Middle Housing (start 4 pm)
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Worth Noting:
Check the new city website for late postings https://berkeleyca.gov/ but don’t count on the City to publish all the Berkeley City meetings that are important.
Monday – daytime meetings only, no evening meetings – 10 am Health, Life Enrichment, Equity & Community takes up Fair Work Week and Office of Racial Equity, 2:30 pm is Agenda planning for July 26.
Tuesday – 7 am January 6th Hearing, 10 am 4 x 4 on Relocation Ordinance, 6 pm City Council regular meeting with warrantless searches as item 18.
Wednesday – 6:30 pm Fire Dept webinar on home hardening, 7 pm Parks Commission item 9 is the Berkeley Marina Area Specific Plan more appropriately described as the Berkeley Marina Commercial Development Plan, 7 pm Police Accountability Board item 10 c. is Controlled Equipment.
Thursday – 7 pm Zoning Adjustment Board, 3 projects addition to / expansion of existing buildings
Friday – 9am Climate Emergency Task Force webinar focuses on the environment & climate with 3 presentations, military & climate, forever chemicals and wildfire.
DEADLINE July 14, 2022 to comment on standards for new housing in the Housing Element Draft go to Appendix B (size – height, mass – how much of lot is covered), Check Site Map and comment on suggested locations for new housing, Chapter 4 - Housing Constraints in Housing Element Public Draft starting on page 67 is helpful background. Put your attention on Appendix B and Sites.
Draft: https://raimi.konveio.com/city-berkeley-housing-element-update-public-draft
Housing Element Update Webpage: https://berkeleyca.gov/construction-development/land-use-development/general-plan-and-area-plans/housing-element-update
Rent Board - Ballot request deadline extended to Monday, July 11 at 11:59 pm Friday. Ballots must be turned in by July 15 at 11:59 pm. For full information go to the Berkeley Tenants Convention website https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfOAqWds54-w3W7J_UGPWqhdTRARFOGf6JmfCJa8xMJTFsw-w/viewform
Two BART meetings are included in the calendar. Monday at 4 pm BART Police Citizen Review Board if you are interested in incidents on BART and Tuesday at 2 pm BART Justice subcommittee on parking policy.
Monday, July 11, 2022 – Juneteenth Holiday
City Council Health, Life Enrichment, Equity & Community Committee at 10 am, (Hahn, Bartlett, Kesarwani)
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87886171626
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 878 8617 1626
AGENDA: 2a. Commission on Labor - Fair Workweek Ordinance, 2b. CM – review and evaluate impacts and costs, 3. Taplin, co-sponsors Harrison, Hahn, Robinson – Office of Racial Equity: Re-Entry Employment and Guaranteed Income Programs.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-health-life-enrichment-equity-community
Agenda and Rules Committee at 2:30 pm (Arreguin, Wengraf, Hahn)
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88608674408
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 886 0867 4408
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 4/12/2022 draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda after list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournments in Memory, 5. Worksessions Schedule, 6. Referrals to Agenda Committee for Scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review: 8. COVID, 9. Return to In-person meetings, Unscheduled Items: 10. Discussion Regarding Design and Strengthening of Policy Committees, 11. Supporting Commissions, Guidance on Legislative Proposals.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
BART Police Citizen Review Board at 4 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84514563579
Teleconference: 1-833-548-0282 Meeting ID: 845 1456 3579
https://bart.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx
Tuesday, July 12, 2022
4x4 Joint Task Force Committee on Housing: Rent Board/City Council at 10 am
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81457454729?pwd=QlQvSVQxWi84Q09neU1pU20rRytjUT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 814 5745 4729
AGENDA: 6. Possible recommendation to Council regarding Relocation Ordinance and suggested additions regarding Tenant Habitability Plan, 7. Discussion regarding pandemic “eviction cliff”
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/4x4-joint-task-force-committee-housing
City Council CLOSED Session at 4 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87495949850
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 874 9594 9850
AGENDA: Appointment Director of Police Accountability
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81476464690
Teleconference: 1-699-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 814 7646 4690
AGENDA: use link and HTML to see agenda and document details, or go to end of this post for full agenda with key items highlighted in bold and underlined.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Civic Arts Commission Grants Subcommittee at 10 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88687977292
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 886 8797 7292
AGENDA: 5. a) FY23 Individual Artist Projects, b) FY23 Festivals grant fnding
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
BART Environmental Justice Advisory Committee at 2 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82538552999
Teleconference: 1-833-548-0282 Meeting ID: 825 3855 2999
AGENDA: Parking Policy Update
https://bart.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx
Wednesday, July 13, 2022
Parks, Recreation, and Waterfront Commission (PRW) at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89908872760
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 899 0887 2760
AGENDA: 7. Director’s Report (Ferris), 8. City-adopted PRW 2023/24 Operations and CIP Budget Update, 9. Berkeley Marina Area Specific Plan (BMASP), check proposed development https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/documents/2022-03-16-FINAL-Mtg_deck-CW2-Deck_0.pdf 10. PRW Roadmap a long-term action plan, 11. In-person meetings.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/parks-recreation-and-waterfront-commission
Police Accountability Board at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82237902987
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 822 3790 2987
AGENDA: 3. Public Comment on agenda and non-agenda item, 4. Minutes, 5. Chair and Board members reports, 7. Chief of Police, 8. Subcommittee reports, 9. A. Continue reviewing draft of proposed permanent Regulations for Handling investigations and complaints, 10. a. Transition to permanent Director of Police Accountability, b. Attendance at NACOLE Annual Conference Sept 11-15 in Ft Worth, TX, c. Consider recommendations of Controlled Equipment Subcommittee regarding Policy 709, Military Equipment for transmittal to City Council.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
Home Hardening for Wildfire: Vents and Property Clean Up at 6:30 – 8 pm
Hosted by Berkeley Fire Department use link to sign up for workshop.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/home-hardening-wildfire-vents-and-property-clean
Thursday, July 14, 2022
Zoning Adjustment Board (ZAB) at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86404007773
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 864 0400 7773
AGENDA: 1585 University – on consent - add distilled spirits
1818 Milvia – on consent – demolish existing detached garage, lift 2-story duplex and construct major residential increase the number of bedrooms on property to 8, establish one off-street parking spot within an attached garage on the ground floor, lot is nonconforming to lot coverage, density and setbacks
1822 Milvia – on consent – demolish existing garage and unpermitted portion of the existing dwelling, lift the building to create a 3rd floor, add 6th bedroom, relocate the existing parking within an attached garage on the new ground floor, lot nonconforming to lot coverage and setbacks,
1643 – 1647 California – staff recommend approve – create a new lower basement level, construct a new 2nd story, modify the existing duplex layout, resulting in a 3,763 sq ft duplex.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zoning-adjustments-board
Friday, July 15, 2022
Climate Emergency Mobilization Task Force at 9 am – 12 pm
Go to website to register, event is free, donations suggested
Agenda: 9 am - welcome, Militarism & Climate, 10 am - Petrochemicals, PFAS, Plastics & Climate, 11 am - Wildfires in the Wild & City.
https://www.cemtf.org/
Saturday, July 16, 2022 & Sunday, June 17, 2022
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AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE at 2:30 pm (Arreguin, Wengraf, Hahn)
DRAFT AGENDA FOR JULY 26, 2022 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88608674408
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 886 0867 4408
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
CONSENT:
1.Resolution continues local COVID-19 Emergency
2.Continue Meeting via video and teleconference
3.Minutes
4.4 Downtown YMCA membership for city employee
5.Contract $750,000 with Lehr for Emergency Response Vehicle Supplies/Equipment and Installation Services, term 8/1/2022 – 9/30/2022 with option to extend for 5 additional years
6.Mental Health Services Act (MHSA) 2022-2023 Annual Update,
7.Amend Contract add $93,600 total $109,200 with Sonya Dublin Consulting to provide evaluation services and extend from 6/30/2022 to 6/30/2025
8.Shelter Plus Care Program Renewal Grants
9.Contract Amendments Mental Health Services Act Community Services, Supports Prevention and Early Intervention total $1,571,966
10.Revision of Tool Lending Specialist Classification
11.Amend Contract add $312,000 total $552,432 with Robert Half International/Protiviti for professional services in support of the cyber-resilience projects through 6/30/2023
12.Amend Contract add $154,927 total $2,549,482.53 with Superion, LLC for AS400 Software Maintenance and Support 7/1/2006 to 6/30/2023
13.Purchase Order $350,000 with Protiviti Government Services for GS-35F-0280X
14.Amend Contract add $140,000total $2,294,769 with ESI Group for the IBM Hardware and Software Lease6/2/2003 to 6/30/2023
15.Donation from Caltrans New Sign at entrance to Berkeley Waterfront
16.Contract $900,000 with AE3 Partners, Inc for architectural services for the African American Holistic Resource Center (AAHRC) 8/1/2022 – 7/31/2025
17.Extension of Exclusive Negotiating Agreement with Innovation Properties Group for 199 Seawall Drive (His Lordships in Berkeley Marina),
18.Accept Grant $112,337 from CHP Cannabis Tax Fund Grant Program to Reduce Impaired Driving in the City of Berkeley7/1/2022 to 6/30/2022
19.Amend Contract add $100,000 total $175,000 with DC Electric Group, Inc. for On-Call Electrical Services and extend thru 6/30/2025
20.Amend Contract add $75,000 total $255,000 with Berry Brothers Towing for on-call towing services and extend thru 1130/2025
21.Amend Contract add $400,000 total $700,000 with Wood Environment & Infrastructure Solutions, Inc. for on-call environmental consulting services extend thru 11/30/2025
22.Amend Contract add $100,000 total $287,401 with CycloMedia Technology, Inc. for Geographic Information System Infrastructure asset data acquisition and ongoing data access and extend thru 12/30/2025
23.Grant Application to California Highway Safety Improvement Program (HSIP) Cycle 11 for Protected Left-Turn Signals at multiple signalized intersections for up to $6,000,000
24.Disaster and Fire Safety Commission - Approval for one additional meeting for Disaster and Fire Safety Commission meeting
25.Youth Commission - Add Youth member to the Environment and Climate Commission
26.Taplin – Council Expenditure up to $500 to support Young Lives Matter Foundation and Berkeley Junior Jackets 6th Annual Jr Jackets Day
27.Robinson – Resolution support Living Wage Act of 2022 to increase CA state-wide minimum wage to $18 on a gradual timeline.
ACTION:
28.CM – Adopt Resolution and Ordinance for a Personal Delivery Device Permit Program
29.BPD Chief Jennifer Louis - Accept Surveillance Technology Report, Surveillance Acquisition Report and Surveillance Use Policy for Automatic License Plate Readers,
30.BPD Chief Jennifer Louis – Police Equipment & Community Safety Ordinance Impact Statements, Associated Equipment Policies and Annual Equipment Use Report
31.Arreguin – Authorize 3 Additional Homeless Services Panel of Experts meetings in 2022,
32.Bartlett – Outcomes Based Funding, Pay-for-Success and Social Impact Bonds
INFORMATION REPORTS
33.CM – Sanctuary City Contracting Compliance Report
34.LPO NOD 2733 Buena Vista Way
35.LPO NOD 2200-block Piedmont
36.LPO NOD 8 Greenwood
37.LPO NOD 2113 Kittredge
38.2022 Commission on Aging Work Plan
39.City Auditor FY 2023 Audit Plan (Employee Retention, Rent Stabilization Board, Homelessness, follow-up on prior reports)
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CITY COUNCIL REGULAR Meeting JULY 12, 2022 at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81476464690
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 814 7646 4690
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CONSENT:
1. Annual Appropriations Ordinance FY 2023 $754,176,624 (gross), $625,939,999 (net)
2. goBerkeley SmartSpace Pilot Program Implementation Recommendations 1. Adopt an Ordinance repealing and reenacting Berkeley Municipal Code Chapter 14.52 Parking Meters to enable demand-responsive paid parking for non-RPP permit holders in the 2700 blocks of Durant Avenue, Channing Way, and Haste Street and the 2300-2400 blocks of Piedmont Avenue (a portion of Residential Preferential Parking Program Area I) for the duration of the grant-funded goBerkeley SmartSpace pilot program, and allow payment via license plate entry pay stations (“pay-by-plate”) to improve convenience and enforcement;
3. Voting Delegates – League of CA Cities Annual Conference,
4. Formal bid Solicitations $3,620,000
5. Amend Contract add $10,000 total $60,000 with Waters Moving & Storage to move Aging Services back to North Berkeley Senior Center,
6. Amend contract add $110,000 total $380,000 with Bartel Associates, LLC for Actuarial Consulting Services thru 12/31/2023,
7. Amend contract add $28,679 total $64,990 with Vestra Resources, Inc for Geographic Information System (GIS) Services 9/15/2018 – 6/30/2024,
8. Amend contract add $300,000 total $500,000 with Hamilton Tree Service, Inc. as needed tree services,
9. Amend contract add $200,000 total $700,000 with West Coast Arborists, Inc. for as-needed tree services,
10. Amend contract add $26,000 total $1,145,580 with OBS Engineering, Inc. for John Hinkel Park Amphitheater Area Improvements Project,
11. Auditor’s Financial Condition (FY 2012 – FY 2021): Pension Liabilities and Infrastructure Need Attention,
12. Arreguin – Amend Contract $78,000 with Szabo & Associates for Communications Consulting Services thru 6/30/2023,
13. Arreguin co-sponsors Robinson, Hahn – Resolution joining House America, an initiative of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development and the U.S. Interagency Council on Homelessness to form partnerships with state, tribal and local governments to rehouse people experiencing homelessness,
14. Taplin, co-sponsor Hahn – Support for Assembly Constitutional Amendment 3 – CA Constitution currently prohibits slavery, but includes an exemption for involuntary servitude as punishment for a crime Amendment 3 removes the exemption for involuntary servitude,
15. Taplin - Support for AB-1816 Reentry Housing and Workforce Development Program – in CA it costs $100,000/yr to imprison one person and $25,000/yr for permanent supportive housing,
16. Robinson, co-sponsor Hahn - Support for SB 1063: Flexibility for Energy Innovation authorize CA Energy Commission (CEC) to make new technology standards effective sooner – removes 1 year delay requirement for new technology standards, instead allows flexibility in effective dates,
ACTION:
17. CM - Zoning Ordinance Amendments Title 23,
18. Droste, Taplin – Revision to Section 311.6 Warrantless Searches of Individuals on Supervised Release Search Conditions of the Berkeley Police Department Law,
19. Hahn, co-sponsors Taplin, Bartlett, Harrison - Restoring and Improving Access to City of Berkeley Website and Archival Materials,
20. Rent Stabilization Board – Ballot Initiative Proposed Amendment to Rent Stabilization and Eviction for Good Cause Ordinance,
INFORMATION REPORT: 21. Youth Commission Work Plan 2022.
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LAND USE CALENDAR:
NOD – Notices of Decision
2328 Channing re-locate building – 7/14/2022
2213 Fourth St construct parking garage 7/14/2022
747, 787 construct R & D building and parking lot 7/19/2022
Public Hearing to be scheduled
1201 – 1205 San Pablo construct mixed-use building - 9/29/2022
2018 Blake construct multi-family residential building – 10/6/2022
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1643-47 California – new basement level and 2nd story
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with the End of the Appeal Period
Bad news on tracking approved projects in the appeal period. Samantha Updegrave, Zoning Officer, Principal Planner wrote the listing of projects in the appeal period can only be found by looking up each project individually through permits online by address or permit number https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/2022-03/Online-Building-Permits-Guide.pdf
The website with easy to find listing of projects in the appeal period was left on the “cutting room floor” another casualty of the conversion to the new City of Berkeley website.
Here is the old website link, Please ask for it to be restored
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
WORKSESSIONS:
July 19 –
July 26 – Special meeting at 4 pm on ballot measures
September 20 Residential Objective Standards for Middle Housing (start 4 pm)
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
July 3 - July 10, 2022
Worth Noting:
Check the new city website for late postings https://berkeleyca.gov/
Tuesday at 11 am the Police Accountability Board is meeting on controlled equipment.
Wednesday at 2:30 pm the Facilities, Infrastructure, Transportation, Environment & Sustainability Committee (FITES) meets on regulating plastic and GHG emissions and Climate Action Plan. The Commission on Disability meets at 6 pm on emergency preparedness and dockless scooters. The Homeless Panel of Experts meets at 7 pm on Measure P spending. The Planning Commission meets at 7 pm with a public hearing on Zoning Ordinance changes and Affordable Housing Overly.
Thursday at 10:30 the Land Use Committee meets on an Efficiency Unit Ordinance and modifying the Zoning Ordinance to encourage/expand R&D in Berkeley. Council has a closed session at 4:30 pm. The Housing advisory Council meets on investigating violations and discrimination at Harriet Tubman Terrace.
Saturday the Berkeley Neighborhoods Council meets at 10 am.
City Council July 12 regular meeting at 6 pm is available for comment. Use link https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-regular-meeting-eagenda-july-12-2022 and choose HTML or go to end of this notice to see full meeting agenda.
If you missed the Rent Board Convention, you have until Friday, July 8 to request a ballot request your ballot and until Friday, July 15 to turn in your ballot. For full information go to the Berkeley Tenants Convention website https://berkeleytenantsconvention.net/
The Housing Element Draft is available for comment from now until Thursday, July 14, 2022. Do not leave this to the last minute.
Draft: https://raimi.konveio.com/city-berkeley-housing-element-update-public-draft
Housing Element Update Webpage: https://berkeleyca.gov/construction-development/land-use-development/general-plan-and-area-plans/housing-element-update
Meetings Cancelled: Landmarks Preservation Commission, WETA (Water Emergency Transportation Authority),
Sunday, July 3, 2022 & Monday, July 4, 2022 – Holiday
Check your favorite websites for activities. There will be no fireworks display in Berkeley. On July 4, check before driving to Panoramic Way, Grizzly Peak and other viewing spots in the hills. Traffic is restricted.
Tuesday, July 5, 2022
Police Accountability Board (PAB) at 11 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83842714327
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 838 4271 4327
AGENDA: Continue review of internal policies relevant to Controlled Equipment and Controlled Equipment Impact Statements, local and state laws.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
Wednesday, July 6, 2022
City Council Facilities, Infrastructure, Transportation, Environment & Sustainability Committee (FITES) at 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86158614605
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 861 5861 4605
AGENDA: 2. Adopt Ordinance to Regulate Plastic Bags at Retail and Food service Establishments, 3. Community Outreach and Education Events on Proposed Regulations for the Use of Carryout and Pre-checkout bags (i.e. bags for bulk items, fruits and vegetables), 4. Adopt and Ordinance establishing GHG limits, process for updated Climate Action Plan, Monitoring, Evaluation, Reporting and Regional Collaboration.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-facilities-infrastructure-transportation-environment-sustainability
Board of Library Trustees (BOLT) at 6:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86042306505
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 860 4230 6505
AGENDA: II.C. Authorization to Close Central Library and all Branches on Sept 23 and 30 for two staff development days, D. FY 2023 Purchase Authorization in Excess of Director of Library Services. III. A. Salary increase to $1421/month for Director of Library Services, B. 2022 BOLT Priority Setting Review and Update, C. Collection Management Policy Update.
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
Commission on Disability at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86209159746?pwd=WUlJRWRlUmJFUmV6NVJjWFAxdlRrUT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 862 0915 9746 Passcode: 760148
AGENDA: 3. Public comment non-agenda items, 5. Staff update new Disability Compliance Staff Guillermo Campos, C. 1. Emergency Preparedness, 2. Dockless scooter Presentation, 3. Elevator Ordinance, 4. Easy Does It, 5. Inclusive Disaster Registry, 6. Commission Workplan, 7. Accessibility of Voicemail System, 8. Participation in Commission on Disability, 9. Bike Plan, 10. ADA and City of Berkeley Programs and services, 11. ADA Pacific Center Training for Commissioners
Homeless Services Panel of Experts (HSPE) at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/92491365323
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 924 9136 5323
AGENDA: 2. Public comment non-agenda items, 5. Staff presentation on request for Measure P monies for Pathways needs-ADA accommodations, palettes, 6. Staff proposal to extend community agency funding cycle, 7. Presentation from Abode on the Roadway, 8. Chair Update 9. Staff update on amount of subsidies used; Golden Bear as housing, Roadway, 1367 University, Horizon move from 742 Grayson, status of move of persons residing at trailers at 711 Harrison, 10. Placement of Measure P on 2028 Ballot, 11. Discuss HSPE needs to conduct duties effectively.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/homeless-services-panel-experts
Planning Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84978109535
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 849 7810 9535
AGENDA: 3. Public comment non-agenda items, 4. Staff Report, 5. Chair Report, 6. Committee Reports, 9. Action: Public Hearing Zoning Ordinance Amendments C-C Zoning District, C-E Zoning District, C-NS Zoning District, C-DMU District, Protected Uses, Setbacks, Usable Open Space, Required Parking Spaces, Design Review), 10. Discussion Affordable Housing Overlay and Local Density Bonus, 11. 2022-2023 Workplan.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/planning-commission
Thursday, July 7, 2022
City Council Land Use, Housing & Economic Development Committee at 10:30 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83333124582
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 833 3312 4582
AGENDA: 2. Taplin – Efficiency Unit Ordinance, 3. Robinson, so-sponsors Taplin, Arreguin, Harrison – Keep Innovation in Berkeley, refer to CM and Planning Commission to modify Zoning Ordinance to encourage growth and retention of R&D, amend sections of MM and MU-LI districts for R&D, Amend parking, repeal BMC 23.206.080 Biosafety
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-land-use-housing-economic-development
City Council CLOSED Session at 4:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81831321606
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 818 3132 1606
AGENDA: 1. Conference with property negotiators Berkeley Inn 1720 San Pablo price and terms property owner Ganga Holdings, LLC, 1250 – 1288 9th St, price and terms property owners Smith and Walters, Inc., 2. Conference with Labor Negotiators Employee Organizations, Berkeley Fire Fighters Assoc Local 1227, Berkeley Fire Fighters Assoc Local 1227 I.A.F.F., IBEW, Local 1245 SEIU 1021 Community Services and Part-Time Recreation Activity Leaders, DEIU 1021 Maintenance and Clerical, Public Employees Union Local 1, Unrepresented Employees, Berkeley Police Association, 3. Conference with Legal Counsel Anticipated litigations Workers Comp Appeal ADJ11219150.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Housing Advisory Commission (HAC) at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82836640285
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 828 3664 0285
AGENDA: 3. Public Comment, 5. Discussion/Action to Investigate Violations and Discrimination at Harriet Tubman Terrace 6. Discussion/Action to Extend Community Agency Contracts for One Year at Existing Levels and Postpone the Community agency Request for RFP until 2024.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/housing-advisory-commission
Public Works Commission
AGENDA: Commission normally meets the 1st Thursday, no meeting posted, no notice of cancellation, check later in the week.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/public-works-commission
Friday, July 8, 2022
Interactive Kiosk Experience (IKE) at 9:30 am
In-person at The Graduate, 2600 Durant Ave
Saturday, July 9, 2022
Berkeley Neighborhoods Council at 10 am
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81913698863?pwd=NFJjWlh2aDhtSjh1eG4yQUFkMzNmQT09
Teleconference: 1-253-215-8782 Meeting ID: 819 1369 8863 Passcode: 377919
AGENDA: not posted, check later in the week
https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/
Sunday, July 10, 2022
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CITY COUNCIL REGULAR Meeting JULY 12, 2022 at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81476464690
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 814 7646 4690
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CONSENT:
1. Annual Appropriations Ordinance FY 2023 $754,176,624 (gross), $625,939,999 (net)
2. goBerkeley SmartSpace Pilot Program Implementation Recommendations 1. Adopt an Ordinance repealing and reenacting Berkeley Municipal Code Chapter 14.52 Parking Meters to enable demand-responsive paid parking for non-RPP permit holders in the 2700 blocks of Durant Avenue, Channing Way, and Haste Street and the 2300-2400 blocks of Piedmont Avenue (a portion of Residential Preferential Parking Program Area I) for the duration of the grant-funded goBerkeley SmartSpace pilot program, and allow payment via license plate entry pay stations (“pay-by-plate”) to improve convenience and enforcement;
3. Voting Delegates – League of CA Cities Annual Conference,
4. Formal bid Solicitations $3,620,000
5. Amend Contract add $10,000 total $60,000 with Waters Moving & Storage to move Aging Services back to North Berkeley Senior Center,
6. Amend contract add $110,000 total $380,000 with Bartel Associates, LLC for Actuarial Consulting Services thru 12/31/2023,
7. Amend contract add $28,679 total $64,990 with Vestra Resources, Inc for Geographic Information System (GIS) Services 9/15/2018 – 6/30/2024,
8. Amend contract add $300,000 total $500,000 with Hamilton Tree Service, Inc. as needed tree services,
9. Amend contract add $200,000 total $700,000 with West Coast Arborists, Inc. for as-needed tree services,
10. Amend contract add $26,000 total $1,145,580 with OBS Engineering, Inc. for John Hinkel Park Amphitheater Area Improvements Project,
11. Auditor’s Financial Condition (FY 2012 – FY 2021): Pension Liabilities and Infrastructure Need Attention,
12. Arreguin – Amend Contract $78,000 with Szabo & Associates for Communications Consulting Services thru 6/30/2023,
13. Arreguin co-sponsors Robinson, Hahn – Resolution joining House America, an initiative of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development and the U.S. Interagency Council on Homelessness to form partnerships with state, tribal and local governments to rehouse people experiencing homelessness,
14. Taplin, co-sponsor Hahn – Support for Assembly Constitutional Amendment 3 – CA Constitution currently prohibits slavery, but includes an exemption for involuntary servitude as punishment for a crime Amendment 3 removes the exemption for involuntary servitude,
15. Taplin - Support for AB-1816 Reentry Housing and Workforce Development Program – in CA it costs $100,000/yr to imprison one person and $25,000/yr for permanent supportive housing,
16. Robinson, co-sponsor Hahn - Support for SB 1063: Flexibility for Energy Innovation authorize CA Energy Commission (CEC) to make new technology standards effective sooner – removes 1 year delay requirement for new technology standards, instead allows flexibility in effective dates,
ACTION:
17. CM - Zoning Ordinance Amendments Title 23,
18. Droste, Taplin – Revision to Section 311.6 Warrantless Searches of Individuals on Supervised Release Search Conditions of the Berkeley Police Department Law,
19. Hahn, co-sponsors Taplin, Bartlett, Harrison - Restoring and Improving Access to City of Berkeley Website and Archival Materials,
20. Rent Stabilization Board – Ballot Initiative Proposed Amendment to Rent Stabilization and Eviction for Good Cause Ordinance,
INFORMATION REPORT: 21. Youth Commission Work Plan 2022.
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LAND USE CALENDAR:
Public Hearing to be scheduled
1201 – 1205 San Pablo construct mixed-use building - 9/29/2022
2018 Blake construct multi-family residential building - TBD
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1643-47 California – new basement level and 2nd story
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with the End of the Appeal Period
Bad news on tracking approved projects in the appeal period. Samantha Updegrave, Zoning Officer, Principal Planner wrote the listing of projects in the appeal period can only be found by looking up each project individually through permits online by address or permit number https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/2022-03/Online-Building-Permits-Guide.pdf
The website with easy to find listing of projects in the appeal period was left on the “cutting room floor” another casualty of the conversion to the new City of Berkeley website.
Here is the old website link, Please ask for it to be restored item 28 on the June 14 Council agenda.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
WORKSESSIONS:
July 19 – Fire Facilities Study Report
July 26 – Special meeting at 4 pm on ballot measures
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Worth Noting:
Check the new city website for late postings https://berkeleyca.gov/
Tuesday at 11 am the Police Accountability Board is meeting on controlled equipment.
Wednesday at 2:30 pm the Facilities, Infrastructure, Transportation, Environment & Sustainability Committee (FITES) meets on regulating plastic and GHG emissions and Climate Action Plan. The Commission on Disability meets at 6 pm on emergency preparedness and dockless scooters. The Homeless Panel of Experts meets at 7 pm on Measure P spending. The Planning Commission meets at 7 pm with a public hearing on Zoning Ordinance changes and Affordable Housing Overly.
Thursday at 10:30 the Land Use Committee meets on an Efficiency Unit Ordinance and modifying the Zoning Ordinance to encourage/expand R&D in Berkeley. Council has a closed session at 4:30 pm. The Housing advisory Council meets on investigating violations and discrimination at Harriet Tubman Terrace.
Saturday the Berkeley Neighborhoods Council meets at 10 am.
City Council July 12 regular meeting at 6 pm is available for comment. Use link https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-regular-meeting-eagenda-july-12-2022 and choose HTML or go to end of this notice to see full meeting agenda.
If you missed the Rent Board Convention, you have until Friday, July 8 to request a ballot request your ballot and until Friday, July 15 to turn in your ballot. For full information go to the Berkeley Tenants Convention website https://berkeleytenantsconvention.net/
The Housing Element Draft is available for comment from now until Thursday, July 14, 2022. Do not leave this to the last minute.
Draft: https://raimi.konveio.com/city-berkeley-housing-element-update-public-draft
Housing Element Update Webpage: https://berkeleyca.gov/construction-development/land-use-development/general-plan-and-area-plans/housing-element-update
Meetings Cancelled: Landmarks Preservation Commission, WETA (Water Emergency Transportation Authority),
Sunday, July 3, 2022 & Monday, July 4, 2022 – Holiday
Check your favorite websites for activities. There will be no fireworks display in Berkeley. On July 4, check before driving to Panoramic Way, Grizzly Peak and other viewing spots in the hills. Traffic is restricted.
Tuesday, July 5, 2022
Police Accountability Board (PAB) at 11 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83842714327
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 838 4271 4327
AGENDA: Continue review of internal policies relevant to Controlled Equipment and Controlled Equipment Impact Statements, local and state laws.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
Wednesday, July 6, 2022
City Council Facilities, Infrastructure, Transportation, Environment & Sustainability Committee (FITES) at 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86158614605
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 861 5861 4605
AGENDA: 2. Adopt Ordinance to Regulate Plastic Bags at Retail and Food service Establishments, 3. Community Outreach and Education Events on Proposed Regulations for the Use of Carryout and Pre-checkout bags (i.e. bags for bulk items, fruits and vegetables), 4. Adopt and Ordinance establishing GHG limits, process for updated Climate Action Plan, Monitoring, Evaluation, Reporting and Regional Collaboration.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-facilities-infrastructure-transportation-environment-sustainability
Board of Library Trustees (BOLT) at 6:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86042306505
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 860 4230 6505
AGENDA: II.C. Authorization to Close Central Library and all Branches on Sept 23 and 30 for two staff development days, D. FY 2023 Purchase Authorization in Excess of Director of Library Services. III. A. Salary increase to $1421/month for Director of Library Services, B. 2022 BOLT Priority Setting Review and Update, C. Collection Management Policy Update.
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
Commission on Disability at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86209159746?pwd=WUlJRWRlUmJFUmV6NVJjWFAxdlRrUT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 862 0915 9746 Passcode: 760148
AGENDA: 3. Public comment non-agenda items, 5. Staff update new Disability Compliance Staff Guillermo Campos, C. 1. Emergency Preparedness, 2. Dockless scooter Presentation, 3. Elevator Ordinance, 4. Easy Does It, 5. Inclusive Disaster Registry, 6. Commission Workplan, 7. Accessibility of Voicemail System, 8. Participation in Commission on Disability, 9. Bike Plan, 10. ADA and City of Berkeley Programs and services, 11. ADA Pacific Center Training for Commissioners
Homeless Services Panel of Experts (HSPE) at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/92491365323
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 924 9136 5323
AGENDA: 2. Public comment non-agenda items, 5. Staff presentation on request for Measure P monies for Pathways needs-ADA accommodations, palettes, 6. Staff proposal to extend community agency funding cycle, 7. Presentation from Abode on the Roadway, 8. Chair Update 9. Staff update on amount of subsidies used; Golden Bear as housing, Roadway, 1367 University, Horizon move from 742 Grayson, status of move of persons residing at trailers at 711 Harrison, 10. Placement of Measure P on 2028 Ballot, 11. Discuss HSPE needs to conduct duties effectively.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/homeless-services-panel-experts
Planning Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84978109535
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 849 7810 9535
AGENDA: 3. Public comment non-agenda items, 4. Staff Report, 5. Chair Report, 6. Committee Reports, 9. Action: Public Hearing Zoning Ordinance Amendments C-C Zoning District, C-E Zoning District, C-NS Zoning District, C-DMU District, Protected Uses, Setbacks, Usable Open Space, Required Parking Spaces, Design Review), 10. Discussion Affordable Housing Overlay and Local Density Bonus, 11. 2022-2023 Workplan.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/planning-commission
Thursday, July 7, 2022
City Council Land Use, Housing & Economic Development Committee at 10:30 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83333124582
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 833 3312 4582
AGENDA: 2. Taplin – Efficiency Unit Ordinance, 3. Robinson, so-sponsors Taplin, Arreguin, Harrison – Keep Innovation in Berkeley, refer to CM and Planning Commission to modify Zoning Ordinance to encourage growth and retention of R&D, amend sections of MM and MU-LI districts for R&D, Amend parking, repeal BMC 23.206.080 Biosafety
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-land-use-housing-economic-development
City Council CLOSED Session at 4:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81831321606
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 818 3132 1606
AGENDA: 1. Conference with property negotiators Berkeley Inn 1720 San Pablo price and terms property owner Ganga Holdings, LLC, 1250 – 1288 9th St, price and terms property owners Smith and Walters, Inc., 2. Conference with Labor Negotiators Employee Organizations, Berkeley Fire Fighters Assoc Local 1227, Berkeley Fire Fighters Assoc Local 1227 I.A.F.F., IBEW, Local 1245 SEIU 1021 Community Services and Part-Time Recreation Activity Leaders, DEIU 1021 Maintenance and Clerical, Public Employees Union Local 1, Unrepresented Employees, Berkeley Police Association, 3. Conference with Legal Counsel Anticipated litigations Workers Comp Appeal ADJ11219150.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Housing Advisory Commission (HAC) at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82836640285
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 828 3664 0285
AGENDA: 3. Public Comment, 5. Discussion/Action to Investigate Violations and Discrimination at Harriet Tubman Terrace 6. Discussion/Action to Extend Community Agency Contracts for One Year at Existing Levels and Postpone the Community agency Request for RFP until 2024.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/housing-advisory-commission
Public Works Commission
AGENDA: Commission normally meets the 1st Thursday, no meeting posted, no notice of cancellation, check later in the week.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/public-works-commission
Friday, July 8, 2022
Interactive Kiosk Experience (IKE) at 9:30 am
In-person at The Graduate, 2600 Durant Ave
Saturday, July 9, 2022
Berkeley Neighborhoods Council at 10 am
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81913698863?pwd=NFJjWlh2aDhtSjh1eG4yQUFkMzNmQT09
Teleconference: 1-253-215-8782 Meeting ID: 819 1369 8863 Passcode: 377919
AGENDA: not posted, check later in the week
https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/
Sunday, July 10, 2022
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CITY COUNCIL REGULAR Meeting JULY 12, 2022 at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81476464690
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 814 7646 4690
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CONSENT:
1. Annual Appropriations Ordinance FY 2023 $754,176,624 (gross), $625,939,999 (net)
2. goBerkeley SmartSpace Pilot Program Implementation Recommendations 1. Adopt an Ordinance repealing and reenacting Berkeley Municipal Code Chapter 14.52 Parking Meters to enable demand-responsive paid parking for non-RPP permit holders in the 2700 blocks of Durant Avenue, Channing Way, and Haste Street and the 2300-2400 blocks of Piedmont Avenue (a portion of Residential Preferential Parking Program Area I) for the duration of the grant-funded goBerkeley SmartSpace pilot program, and allow payment via license plate entry pay stations (“pay-by-plate”) to improve convenience and enforcement;
3. Voting Delegates – League of CA Cities Annual Conference,
4. Formal bid Solicitations $3,620,000
5. Amend Contract add $10,000 total $60,000 with Waters Moving & Storage to move Aging Services back to North Berkeley Senior Center,
6. Amend contract add $110,000 total $380,000 with Bartel Associates, LLC for Actuarial Consulting Services thru 12/31/2023,
7. Amend contract add $28,679 total $64,990 with Vestra Resources, Inc for Geographic Information System (GIS) Services 9/15/2018 – 6/30/2024,
8. Amend contract add $300,000 total $500,000 with Hamilton Tree Service, Inc. as needed tree services,
9. Amend contract add $200,000 total $700,000 with West Coast Arborists, Inc. for as-needed tree services,
10. Amend contract add $26,000 total $1,145,580 with OBS Engineering, Inc. for John Hinkel Park Amphitheater Area Improvements Project,
11. Auditor’s Financial Condition (FY 2012 – FY 2021): Pension Liabilities and Infrastructure Need Attention,
12. Arreguin – Amend Contract $78,000 with Szabo & Associates for Communications Consulting Services thru 6/30/2023,
13. Arreguin co-sponsors Robinson, Hahn – Resolution joining House America, an initiative of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development and the U.S. Interagency Council on Homelessness to form partnerships with state, tribal and local governments to rehouse people experiencing homelessness,
14. Taplin, co-sponsor Hahn – Support for Assembly Constitutional Amendment 3 – CA Constitution currently prohibits slavery, but includes an exemption for involuntary servitude as punishment for a crime Amendment 3 removes the exemption for involuntary servitude,
15. Taplin - Support for AB-1816 Reentry Housing and Workforce Development Program – in CA it costs $100,000/yr to imprison one person and $25,000/yr for permanent supportive housing,
16. Robinson, co-sponsor Hahn - Support for SB 1063: Flexibility for Energy Innovation authorize CA Energy Commission (CEC) to make new technology standards effective sooner – removes 1 year delay requirement for new technology standards, instead allows flexibility in effective dates,
ACTION:
17. CM - Zoning Ordinance Amendments Title 23,
18. Droste, Taplin – Revision to Section 311.6 Warrantless Searches of Individuals on Supervised Release Search Conditions of the Berkeley Police Department Law,
19. Hahn, co-sponsors Taplin, Bartlett, Harrison - Restoring and Improving Access to City of Berkeley Website and Archival Materials,
20. Rent Stabilization Board – Ballot Initiative Proposed Amendment to Rent Stabilization and Eviction for Good Cause Ordinance,
INFORMATION REPORT: 21. Youth Commission Work Plan 2022.
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LAND USE CALENDAR:
Public Hearing to be scheduled
1201 – 1205 San Pablo construct mixed-use building - 9/29/2022
2018 Blake construct multi-family residential building - TBD
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1643-47 California – new basement level and 2nd story
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with the End of the Appeal Period
Bad news on tracking approved projects in the appeal period. Samantha Updegrave, Zoning Officer, Principal Planner wrote the listing of projects in the appeal period can only be found by looking up each project individually through permits online by address or permit number https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/2022-03/Online-Building-Permits-Guide.pdf
The website with easy to find listing of projects in the appeal period was left on the “cutting room floor” another casualty of the conversion to the new City of Berkeley website.
Here is the old website link, Please ask for it to be restored item 28 on the June 14 Council agenda.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
WORKSESSIONS:
July 19 – Fire Facilities Study Report
July 26 – Special meeting at 4 pm on ballot measures
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
June 26 - July 3, 2022
Worth Noting:
Light week ahead ending with the 4th of July long weekend.
Check the new city website for late postings https://berkeleyca.gov/
Monday at 2:30 pm the Agenda Committee will finalize the July 12 Council Agenda. Warrantless searches and the Vacancy Tax are both in the draft agenda for July 12.
Tuesday evening at 6 pm City Council will vote on the biennial budget for Fiscal Year 2023 & Fiscal Year 2024. Item 41. Under action is the goBerkeley SmartSpace residential metered parking pilots.
Wednesday is the Housing Elements Workshop #3 at 6 pm. It is unclear how much will be covered of a 152 page draft in a 20 minute presentation, but it is worth attending to learn what the City is planning and/or whether a mid-rise building will be your new neighbor. The entire document is 590 pages. The comment period ends July 14. This workshop is not on the City website front page as of 1:35 pm on June 25.
The Housing Element Draft is available for comment from now until Thursday, July 14, 2022. Do not leave this to the last minute.
Draft: https://raimi.konveio.com/city-berkeley-housing-element-update-public-draft
Housing Element Update Webpage: https://berkeleyca.gov/construction-development/land-use-development/general-plan-and-area-plans/housing-element-update
City Council Summer Recess is July 27 – September 12, 2022.
Sunday, June 26, 2022
Pride weekend in SF with Pride Parade at 10:30 am
Equity Summit Series #9 at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://bit.ly/3aKPafw
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 818 2594 9827 Passcode: 028103
AGENDA: Honoring Black Men!
In Collaboration with Friends of Adeline
Monday, June 27, 2022
Agenda and Rules Committee at 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85190159197
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 851 9015 9197
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 7/12/2022 draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda after list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournments in Memory, 5. Worksessions Schedule, 6. Referrals to Agenda Committee for Scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review: 8. COVID, 9. Return to In-person meetings, Unscheduled Items: 10. Discussion Regarding Design and Strengthening of Policy Committees, 11. Supporting Commissions, Guidance on Legislative Proposals.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
Zero Waste Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/s/82587046286
Teleconference: ID: 825 8704 6286
AGENDA: 6. Staff Updates, Discussion/Action: 1. East Bay Depot for Creative Reuse Presentation, 2. SB 54 – solid waste reporting, packaging, to establish plastic pollution prevention, covers single-use packaging and plastic single-use food service ware.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zero-waste-commission
CITY COUNCIL CLOSED SESSION at 4:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83638169990
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) ID: 836 3816 9990
AGENDA: 1. Conference with legal counsel existing litigation, a. Franklin v. City of Berkeley, US District Court – Northern District of CA Case No 3:20-cv 04090LB, b. Deal v. City of Berkeley, Alameda County Superior Court RG2110607, c. Emery v Deal v. City of Berkeley, Alameda County Superior Court RG20073792, e. Dominguez, et al v. City of Berkeley, US District Court – Northern District of CA Case No 3:21-cv-0899-SI, f. Secure Justice v. City of Berkeley, Alameda County Superior Court Case No. 21CV003630.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Tuesday, June 28, 2022
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82212647688
Teleconference: 1-699-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 822 1264 7688
AGENDA: use link and HTML to see agenda and document details or check list of agenda items with added explanations at the bottom of this summary with key items bolded and underlined.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Wednesday, June 29, 2022
HOUSING ELEMENT PUBLIC WORKSHOP #3 at 6 pm – 8 pm
Videoconference: https://bit.ly/HEUWorshop3
Teleconference: no teleconference given
THIS WORKSHOP IS NOT POSTED IN THE CITY WEBSITE CALENDAR
AGENDA: Begins with Presentation Deadline to submit comment is July 14, 2022
Workshop announcement https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/CABERKE/bulletins/31d2342
Provide comments on the draft plan
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/news/provide-comments-draft-plan-create-more-housing-berkeley
Housing Element Update with links to provide comment
https://cityofberkeley.info/HousingElement
Police Accountability Board Special Meeting at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82318238840
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 823 1823 8840
AGENDA: 2. Public Comment, 3. Continue reviewing draft of proposed permanent Regulations for Handling Investigations and Complaints.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
2022 Rent Board Convention at 7 pm
Videoconference: bit.ly/2022ConventionZoom
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 824 6641 5703
AGENDA: Five seats are up for election, to request paper ballots, see candidate statements and other details use the link, July 8 last day to request a ballot, ballots must be returned by July 15.
https://berkeleytenantsconvention.net/
Thursday, June 30, 2022
Civic Arts Commission Policy Committee at 1 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1604910898
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252ID: 160 491 0898
AGENDA: Affordable Housing for Artists
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
Friday, July 1, 2022
July 1 is not a holiday or reduced service day, just the beginning of a long weekend
Saturday, July 2, 2022 & Sunday, July 3, 2022
Long holiday weekend
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AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE at 2:30 pm
DRAFT AGENDA FOR JULY 12, 2022 Regular Meeting
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85190159197
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 851 9015 9197
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
CONSENT: 1. Formal bid solicitations $3,620,000, 2. Amend Contract add $10,000 total $60,000 to move Aging Services back to North Berkeley Senior Center, 3. Amend contract add $110,000 total $380,000 with Bartel Associates, LLC for Actuarial Consulting Services thru 12/31/2023, 4. Amend contract add $28,679 total $64,990 9/15/2018 – 6/30/2024, 5. Amend contract add $300,000 total $500,000 with Hamilton Tree Service, Inc. as needed tree services, 6. Amend contract add $200,000 total $700,000 with West Coast Arborists, Inc. for as-needed tree services, 7. Amend contract add $26,000 total $1,145,580 with OBS Engineering, Inc. for John Hinkel Park Amphitheater Area Improvements Project, 8. Auditor’s Financial Condition (FY 2012 – FY 2021): Pension Liabilities and Infrastructure Need Attention, 9. Taplin – Support for Assembly Constitutional Amendment 3 – CA Constitution currently prohibits slavery, but includes an exemption for involuntary servitude as punishment for a crime Amendment 3 removes the exemption for involuntary servitude, 10. Taplin - Support for AB-1816 Reentry Housing and Workforce Development Program – in CA it costs $100,000/yr to imprison one person and $25,000/yr for permanent supportive housing, 11. Support for SB 1063: Flexibility for Energy Innovation authorize CA Energy Commission (CEC) to make new technology standards effective sooner – removes 1 year delay requirement for new technology standards, instead allows flexibility in effective dates, ACTION: 12. CM - Zoning Ordinance Amendments Title 23, 13. Droste, Taplin – Revision to Section 311.6 Warrantless Searches of Individuals on Supervised Release Search Conditions of the Berkeley Police Department Law, 14. Hahn, co-sponsors Taplin, Bartlett, Harrison - Restoring and Improving Access to City of Berkeley Website and Archival Materials, 15. Voting Delegates – League of California Cities Annual Conference, 16. Vacancy Tax Ballot Initiative – 17. Rent Stabilization Board – Ballot Initiative Proposed Amendment to Rent Stabilization and Eviction for Good Cause Ordinance, 18. Arreguin – Resolution joining House America, an initiative of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development and the U.S. Interagency Council on Homelessness to form partnerships with state, tribal and local governments to rehouse people experiencing homelessness, 19. Arreguin – Amend Contract $78,000 with Szabo & Associates for Communications Consulting Services thru 6/30/2023, INFORMATION REPORT: Youth Commission Work Plan 2022.
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JUNE 28, 2022 - CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING AT 6 PM
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82212647688
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 822 1264 7688
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CONSENT: 2nd reading items 1 – 13. 1. Ashby and North Berkeley BART Station zoning, EIR, MOA passed June 2, 2. FY 2023 Tax Rate: Measure M Street and Watershed Improvements General Obligation Bonds, 3. FY 2023 Tax Rate: Library Improvements Measure FF 2008 4. FY 2023 Tax Rate: Fund General Obligation Bonds Measure G, S & I from years 1992, 1996, 2002, 5. FY 2023 Tax Rate: 0.0130% Affordable Housing Measure O 2018 6. FY 2023 Tax Rate: Business License on Large Non-profits $0.7573, 7. FY 2023 Tax Rate: Paramedic Tax $0.0433, 8. FY 2023 Tax Rate: Measure FF Firefighting $0.1123, 9. FY 2023 Tax Rate: Fund Maintenance Parks, City trees and Landscaping, $0.2039, 10. FY 2023 Tax Rate Measure T1 2nd reading general obligation bonds, 11. FY 2023 Tax Rate: Measure E Services for Severely Disabled $0.01932, 12. FY 2023 Tax Rate: Measure GG Fire Protection $0.05818, 13. FY 2023 Special Tax Rate: Library services $0.3906, 14. Continuation of COVID Emergency, 15. FY 2023 Tax Rate: Fund 3. Continuation boards and commissions to meet via videoconference, 16. Extension of PAB Interim Director Katherine Lee salary $182,260.65, 17. Minutes, 18. Formal bid solicitations, $4,856,000, 19. FY 2023 Revision to investment policy confirms authority Director of Finance to make investments, 20. Appropriations limit for FY 2023 $328,834, 462, 21. Revenue Grant MediCal $4,200,000 FY 2023 – 2025, 22. Amend contract add $200,000 total $6,375,185.82 with O.C. Jones & Sons, Inc for Berkeley Marina Roadway, 23. Accept Vision Zero Annual Report and direct CM to form coordinating committee to continue BerkDOT – may be held over to July, 24. P.O. $400,000 to purchase two chipper trucks, 25. P.O. $165,000 to purchase one CASE Tractor Loader, 26. P.O. add $1,900,000 total $10,744,000 and extend term to 12/31/2023 with Diesel Direct West, Inc for Fuel for City Vehicles and Equipment (EV charging infrastructure for city vehicles at the corporation yard a - $1 million request for 2023) - is not included in the CM proposed budget for 2023 – 2024 but is included in the Mayor’s proposed budget) 27. Contract $2,512,152 with Sposeto Engineering Inc. for FY 2022 Sidewalk Repair Project, 28. Amend Contract add $200,000 total $632,750 with Direct Line Tele Response for Citywide after-hours answering services and extend to 12/31/2024, 29. Amend Contract add $150,000 total $750,000 with Alta Planning and Design, Inc, for On-Call Transportation Planning Services, 30. Amend Contract add $150,000 total $650,000 with Community Design and Architecture for on-call transportation planning services, 31. Amend Contract add $200,000 total $650,000 with Clean Harbors, Inc for hazardous waste removal and disposal and extend to 6/30/2024, 32. Amend Contract add $150,000 total $423,534 with Don’s Tire Service, Inc for tire repair and replacement and extend to 6/30/2024, 33. Amend Contract with EBMUD CAP (Customer Assistance Program) expands 35% discount on sewer services for qualifying customers, 34. Disaster and Fire Safety Commission – recommendation to use Measure FF funds as intended by voters – wildfire prevention, 35. Mental Health Commission – appoint Mary-Lee Smith and Glenn Turner to Commission, 36. Arreguin - Suspension of Sister City Relations with Dmitrov, Russia and Ulan-Ude, Russia, 37. Taplin, co-sponsor Wengraf, Hahn– Support AB 2156 prohibits ghost guns, 38. Taplin, co-sponsor Wengraf, Hahn, Robinson – Support AB 256 Racial Justice for All allows retroactive appeals of past convictions and sentences with racial bias, 39. Taplin – Parking Minima for Mixed-Use Projects and Manufacturing Districts – reduces parking space requirements in manufacturing districts for mixed-use projects and changes off-street parking for manufacturing to a maximum, 40. Hahn, co-sponsor Wengraf, Hahn- Support AB 2408 and AB 2273 holding social media companies accountable,
ACTION: 41. CM – Clean Stormwater Fee, 42. CM – Street Lighting Assessment, 43. CM- Transfer Station Rates, 44. FY 2023 & 2024 Biennial Budget Adoption, 45. FY Annual Appropriations Ordinance $737,068,278 gross, $620,623,866, 46. Borrowing of Funds and the Sale and Issuance of FY 2022-23 Tax and Revenue Anticipation Notes 47. CM – goBerkeley SmartSpace Pilot Program Implementation Recommendations 1. Adopt an Ordinance repealing and reenacting Berkeley Municipal Code Chapter 14.52 Parking Meters to enable demand-responsive paid parking for non-RPP permit holders in the 2700 blocks of Durant Avenue, Channing Way, and Haste Street and the 2300-2400 blocks of Piedmont Avenue (a portion of Residential Preferential Parking Program Area I) for the duration of the grant-funded goBerkeley SmartSpace pilot program, and allow payment via license plate entry pay stations (“pay-by-plate”) to improve convenience and enforcement; and 2. Adopt a Resolution approving the pilot proposals to be implemented and evaluated as part of the goBerkeley SmartSpace pilot program. 48.a. Disaster and Fire Safety Commission – Requests for Timely Fiscal Information on Measures FF and GG the Fire Dept and City Manage to provide the Commission with fiscal information for Measures FF and GG with monthly expenditure reports and proposed budgets, b. CM companion report acknowledges need to provide accurate, timely and relevant information, (Arreguin plans to move 48.b. to consent at meeting) INFORMATION REPORTS: 49. Voluntary Time Off Program for FY 2023, 50. Annual Update on Wells Fargo, 51. FY 2022 2nd Quarter Investment Report, 52. FY 2022 3rd Quarter Investment Report, 53. HWCAC 2018-2023 Work Plan, 54. Annual Report LPC Actions, 55. Zero Waste Commission FY 2022-2023 Work Plan.
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LAND USE CALENDAR:
Public Hearing to be scheduled
1201 – 1205 San Pablo construct mixed-use building - 9/29/2022
2018 Blake construct multi-family residential building - TBD
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1643-47 California – new basement level and 2nd story
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with the End of the Appeal Period
Bad news on tracking approved projects in the appeal period. Samantha Updegrave, Zoning Officer, Principal Planner wrote the listing of projects in the appeal period can only be found by looking up each project individually through permits online by address or permit number https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/2022-03/Online-Building-Permits-Guide.pdf
The website with easy to find listing of projects in the appeal period was left on the “cutting room floor” another casualty of the conversion to the new City of Berkeley website.
Here is the old website link, Please ask for it to be restored item 28 on the June 14 Council agenda.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
WORKSESSIONS:
July 19 – Fire Facilities Study Report
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Alameda County LAFCO Presentation
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Worth Noting:
Light week ahead ending with the 4th of July long weekend.
Check the new city website for late postings https://berkeleyca.gov/
Monday at 2:30 pm the Agenda Committee will finalize the July 12 Council Agenda. Warrantless searches and the Vacancy Tax are both in the draft agenda for July 12.
Tuesday evening at 6 pm City Council will vote on the biennial budget for Fiscal Year 2023 & Fiscal Year 2024. Item 41. Under action is the goBerkeley SmartSpace residential metered parking pilots.
Wednesday is the Housing Elements Workshop #3 at 6 pm. It is unclear how much will be covered of a 152 page draft in a 20 minute presentation, but it is worth attending to learn what the City is planning and/or whether a mid-rise building will be your new neighbor. The entire document is 590 pages. The comment period ends July 14. This workshop is not on the City website front page as of 1:35 pm on June 25.
The Housing Element Draft is available for comment from now until Thursday, July 14, 2022. Do not leave this to the last minute.
Draft: https://raimi.konveio.com/city-berkeley-housing-element-update-public-draft
Housing Element Update Webpage: https://berkeleyca.gov/construction-development/land-use-development/general-plan-and-area-plans/housing-element-update
City Council Summer Recess is July 27 – September 12, 2022.
Sunday, June 26, 2022
Pride weekend in SF with Pride Parade at 10:30 am
Equity Summit Series #9 at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://bit.ly/3aKPafw
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 818 2594 9827 Passcode: 028103
AGENDA: Honoring Black Men!
In Collaboration with Friends of Adeline
Monday, June 27, 2022
Agenda and Rules Committee at 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85190159197
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 851 9015 9197
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 7/12/2022 draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda after list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournments in Memory, 5. Worksessions Schedule, 6. Referrals to Agenda Committee for Scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review: 8. COVID, 9. Return to In-person meetings, Unscheduled Items: 10. Discussion Regarding Design and Strengthening of Policy Committees, 11. Supporting Commissions, Guidance on Legislative Proposals.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
Zero Waste Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/s/82587046286
Teleconference: ID: 825 8704 6286
AGENDA: 6. Staff Updates, Discussion/Action: 1. East Bay Depot for Creative Reuse Presentation, 2. SB 54 – solid waste reporting, packaging, to establish plastic pollution prevention, covers single-use packaging and plastic single-use food service ware.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zero-waste-commission
CITY COUNCIL CLOSED SESSION at 4:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83638169990
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) ID: 836 3816 9990
AGENDA: 1. Conference with legal counsel existing litigation, a. Franklin v. City of Berkeley, US District Court – Northern District of CA Case No 3:20-cv 04090LB, b. Deal v. City of Berkeley, Alameda County Superior Court RG2110607, c. Emery v Deal v. City of Berkeley, Alameda County Superior Court RG20073792, e. Dominguez, et al v. City of Berkeley, US District Court – Northern District of CA Case No 3:21-cv-0899-SI, f. Secure Justice v. City of Berkeley, Alameda County Superior Court Case No. 21CV003630.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Tuesday, June 28, 2022
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82212647688
Teleconference: 1-699-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 822 1264 7688
AGENDA: use link and HTML to see agenda and document details or check list of agenda items with added explanations at the bottom of this summary with key items bolded and underlined.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Wednesday, June 29, 2022
HOUSING ELEMENT PUBLIC WORKSHOP #3 at 6 pm – 8 pm
Videoconference: https://bit.ly/HEUWorshop3
Teleconference: no teleconference given
THIS WORKSHOP IS NOT POSTED IN THE CITY WEBSITE CALENDAR
AGENDA: Begins with Presentation Deadline to submit comment is July 14, 2022
Workshop announcement https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/CABERKE/bulletins/31d2342
Provide comments on the draft plan
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/news/provide-comments-draft-plan-create-more-housing-berkeley
Housing Element Update with links to provide comment
https://cityofberkeley.info/HousingElement
Police Accountability Board Special Meeting at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82318238840
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 823 1823 8840
AGENDA: 2. Public Comment, 3. Continue reviewing draft of proposed permanent Regulations for Handling Investigations and Complaints.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
2022 Rent Board Convention at 7 pm
Videoconference: bit.ly/2022ConventionZoom
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 824 6641 5703
AGENDA: Five seats are up for election, to request paper ballots, see candidate statements and other details use the link, July 8 last day to request a ballot, ballots must be returned by July 15.
https://berkeleytenantsconvention.net/
Thursday, June 30, 2022
Civic Arts Commission Policy Committee at 1 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1604910898
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252ID: 160 491 0898
AGENDA: Affordable Housing for Artists
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
Friday, July 1, 2022
July 1 is not a holiday or reduced service day, just the beginning of a long weekend
Saturday, July 2, 2022 & Sunday, July 3, 2022
Long holiday weekend
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AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE at 2:30 pm
DRAFT AGENDA FOR JULY 12, 2022 Regular Meeting
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85190159197
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 851 9015 9197
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
CONSENT: 1. Formal bid solicitations $3,620,000, 2. Amend Contract add $10,000 total $60,000 to move Aging Services back to North Berkeley Senior Center, 3. Amend contract add $110,000 total $380,000 with Bartel Associates, LLC for Actuarial Consulting Services thru 12/31/2023, 4. Amend contract add $28,679 total $64,990 9/15/2018 – 6/30/2024, 5. Amend contract add $300,000 total $500,000 with Hamilton Tree Service, Inc. as needed tree services, 6. Amend contract add $200,000 total $700,000 with West Coast Arborists, Inc. for as-needed tree services, 7. Amend contract add $26,000 total $1,145,580 with OBS Engineering, Inc. for John Hinkel Park Amphitheater Area Improvements Project, 8. Auditor’s Financial Condition (FY 2012 – FY 2021): Pension Liabilities and Infrastructure Need Attention, 9. Taplin – Support for Assembly Constitutional Amendment 3 – CA Constitution currently prohibits slavery, but includes an exemption for involuntary servitude as punishment for a crime Amendment 3 removes the exemption for involuntary servitude, 10. Taplin - Support for AB-1816 Reentry Housing and Workforce Development Program – in CA it costs $100,000/yr to imprison one person and $25,000/yr for permanent supportive housing, 11. Support for SB 1063: Flexibility for Energy Innovation authorize CA Energy Commission (CEC) to make new technology standards effective sooner – removes 1 year delay requirement for new technology standards, instead allows flexibility in effective dates, ACTION: 12. CM - Zoning Ordinance Amendments Title 23, 13. Droste, Taplin – Revision to Section 311.6 Warrantless Searches of Individuals on Supervised Release Search Conditions of the Berkeley Police Department Law, 14. Hahn, co-sponsors Taplin, Bartlett, Harrison - Restoring and Improving Access to City of Berkeley Website and Archival Materials, 15. Voting Delegates – League of California Cities Annual Conference, 16. Vacancy Tax Ballot Initiative – 17. Rent Stabilization Board – Ballot Initiative Proposed Amendment to Rent Stabilization and Eviction for Good Cause Ordinance, 18. Arreguin – Resolution joining House America, an initiative of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development and the U.S. Interagency Council on Homelessness to form partnerships with state, tribal and local governments to rehouse people experiencing homelessness, 19. Arreguin – Amend Contract $78,000 with Szabo & Associates for Communications Consulting Services thru 6/30/2023, INFORMATION REPORT: Youth Commission Work Plan 2022.
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JUNE 28, 2022 - CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING AT 6 PM
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82212647688
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 822 1264 7688
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CONSENT: 2nd reading items 1 – 13. 1. Ashby and North Berkeley BART Station zoning, EIR, MOA passed June 2, 2. FY 2023 Tax Rate: Measure M Street and Watershed Improvements General Obligation Bonds, 3. FY 2023 Tax Rate: Library Improvements Measure FF 2008 4. FY 2023 Tax Rate: Fund General Obligation Bonds Measure G, S & I from years 1992, 1996, 2002, 5. FY 2023 Tax Rate: 0.0130% Affordable Housing Measure O 2018 6. FY 2023 Tax Rate: Business License on Large Non-profits $0.7573, 7. FY 2023 Tax Rate: Paramedic Tax $0.0433, 8. FY 2023 Tax Rate: Measure FF Firefighting $0.1123, 9. FY 2023 Tax Rate: Fund Maintenance Parks, City trees and Landscaping, $0.2039, 10. FY 2023 Tax Rate Measure T1 2nd reading general obligation bonds, 11. FY 2023 Tax Rate: Measure E Services for Severely Disabled $0.01932, 12. FY 2023 Tax Rate: Measure GG Fire Protection $0.05818, 13. FY 2023 Special Tax Rate: Library services $0.3906, 14. Continuation of COVID Emergency, 15. FY 2023 Tax Rate: Fund 3. Continuation boards and commissions to meet via videoconference, 16. Extension of PAB Interim Director Katherine Lee salary $182,260.65, 17. Minutes, 18. Formal bid solicitations, $4,856,000, 19. FY 2023 Revision to investment policy confirms authority Director of Finance to make investments, 20. Appropriations limit for FY 2023 $328,834, 462, 21. Revenue Grant MediCal $4,200,000 FY 2023 – 2025, 22. Amend contract add $200,000 total $6,375,185.82 with O.C. Jones & Sons, Inc for Berkeley Marina Roadway, 23. Accept Vision Zero Annual Report and direct CM to form coordinating committee to continue BerkDOT – may be held over to July, 24. P.O. $400,000 to purchase two chipper trucks, 25. P.O. $165,000 to purchase one CASE Tractor Loader, 26. P.O. add $1,900,000 total $10,744,000 and extend term to 12/31/2023 with Diesel Direct West, Inc for Fuel for City Vehicles and Equipment (EV charging infrastructure for city vehicles at the corporation yard a - $1 million request for 2023) - is not included in the CM proposed budget for 2023 – 2024 but is included in the Mayor’s proposed budget) 27. Contract $2,512,152 with Sposeto Engineering Inc. for FY 2022 Sidewalk Repair Project, 28. Amend Contract add $200,000 total $632,750 with Direct Line Tele Response for Citywide after-hours answering services and extend to 12/31/2024, 29. Amend Contract add $150,000 total $750,000 with Alta Planning and Design, Inc, for On-Call Transportation Planning Services, 30. Amend Contract add $150,000 total $650,000 with Community Design and Architecture for on-call transportation planning services, 31. Amend Contract add $200,000 total $650,000 with Clean Harbors, Inc for hazardous waste removal and disposal and extend to 6/30/2024, 32. Amend Contract add $150,000 total $423,534 with Don’s Tire Service, Inc for tire repair and replacement and extend to 6/30/2024, 33. Amend Contract with EBMUD CAP (Customer Assistance Program) expands 35% discount on sewer services for qualifying customers, 34. Disaster and Fire Safety Commission – recommendation to use Measure FF funds as intended by voters – wildfire prevention, 35. Mental Health Commission – appoint Mary-Lee Smith and Glenn Turner to Commission, 36. Arreguin - Suspension of Sister City Relations with Dmitrov, Russia and Ulan-Ude, Russia, 37. Taplin, co-sponsor Wengraf, Hahn– Support AB 2156 prohibits ghost guns, 38. Taplin, co-sponsor Wengraf, Hahn, Robinson – Support AB 256 Racial Justice for All allows retroactive appeals of past convictions and sentences with racial bias, 39. Taplin – Parking Minima for Mixed-Use Projects and Manufacturing Districts – reduces parking space requirements in manufacturing districts for mixed-use projects and changes off-street parking for manufacturing to a maximum, 40. Hahn, co-sponsor Wengraf, Hahn- Support AB 2408 and AB 2273 holding social media companies accountable,
ACTION: 41. CM – Clean Stormwater Fee, 42. CM – Street Lighting Assessment, 43. CM- Transfer Station Rates, 44. FY 2023 & 2024 Biennial Budget Adoption, 45. FY Annual Appropriations Ordinance $737,068,278 gross, $620,623,866, 46. Borrowing of Funds and the Sale and Issuance of FY 2022-23 Tax and Revenue Anticipation Notes 47. CM – goBerkeley SmartSpace Pilot Program Implementation Recommendations 1. Adopt an Ordinance repealing and reenacting Berkeley Municipal Code Chapter 14.52 Parking Meters to enable demand-responsive paid parking for non-RPP permit holders in the 2700 blocks of Durant Avenue, Channing Way, and Haste Street and the 2300-2400 blocks of Piedmont Avenue (a portion of Residential Preferential Parking Program Area I) for the duration of the grant-funded goBerkeley SmartSpace pilot program, and allow payment via license plate entry pay stations (“pay-by-plate”) to improve convenience and enforcement; and 2. Adopt a Resolution approving the pilot proposals to be implemented and evaluated as part of the goBerkeley SmartSpace pilot program. 48.a. Disaster and Fire Safety Commission – Requests for Timely Fiscal Information on Measures FF and GG the Fire Dept and City Manage to provide the Commission with fiscal information for Measures FF and GG with monthly expenditure reports and proposed budgets, b. CM companion report acknowledges need to provide accurate, timely and relevant information, (Arreguin plans to move 48.b. to consent at meeting) INFORMATION REPORTS: 49. Voluntary Time Off Program for FY 2023, 50. Annual Update on Wells Fargo, 51. FY 2022 2nd Quarter Investment Report, 52. FY 2022 3rd Quarter Investment Report, 53. HWCAC 2018-2023 Work Plan, 54. Annual Report LPC Actions, 55. Zero Waste Commission FY 2022-2023 Work Plan.
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LAND USE CALENDAR:
Public Hearing to be scheduled
1201 – 1205 San Pablo construct mixed-use building - 9/29/2022
2018 Blake construct multi-family residential building - TBD
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1643-47 California – new basement level and 2nd story
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with the End of the Appeal Period
Bad news on tracking approved projects in the appeal period. Samantha Updegrave, Zoning Officer, Principal Planner wrote the listing of projects in the appeal period can only be found by looking up each project individually through permits online by address or permit number https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/2022-03/Online-Building-Permits-Guide.pdf
The website with easy to find listing of projects in the appeal period was left on the “cutting room floor” another casualty of the conversion to the new City of Berkeley website.
Here is the old website link, Please ask for it to be restored item 28 on the June 14 Council agenda.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
WORKSESSIONS:
July 19 – Fire Facilities Study Report
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Alameda County LAFCO Presentation
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
June 19 - June 26, 2022
Worth Noting:
All City meetings are currently virtual
Sunday - June 19th at 11 am – 7 pm Juneteenth Festival at Adeline and Alcatraz
Monday - City offices closed in observation of Juneteenth Holiday
Tuesday – City Council at 4 pm are the two continued items from June 14 Axon contract and police equipment, impact statements, policies and reports. At 6 pm is discussion and direction for potential ballot measures for a bond or bonds and parcel tax that may cover affordable housing, the marina, streets, sidewalks, and other infrastructure.
Wednesday – The new merged Environment and Climate Commission starts at 5 pm with an ambitious workplan and agenda. The Civic Arts Commission at 6 pm considers the Queen Shamiram sculpture placement (this is cool check the attachment for photos). The Disability Commission also meets at 6 pm and the Disaster and Fire Safety Commission and Police Accountability Board meet at 7 pm.
Thursday –The mayor is expected to present his proposed biennial budget for 2023 & 2024 at the 10 am Budget and Finance Committee. The Mental Health Commission meets at 7 pm and will receive an update on the SCU (Special Care Unit). The Zoning Adjustment Board meets at 7 pm with the 2213 Fourth Street and 747 (787) Bancroft Way project as the only action item (1 project, 2 sale of alcoholic beverages on consent). The 4 ½ story parking garage with 412 parking spaces accompanying the R & D & manufacturing project met with very vocal neighborhood opposition.
The June 28 Council Regular meeting agenda is available for comment. Use HTML to review individual items. https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
The Housing Element Draft is available for comment from now until Thursday, July 14, 2022. Do not leave this to the last minute. If you review everything including all the appendixes it is 590 pages. The base element is 152 pages. The community workshop is June 29th from 6 to 8 pm.
Draft: https://raimi.konveio.com/city-berkeley-housing-element-update-public-draft
Housing Element Update Webpage: https://berkeleyca.gov/construction-development/land-use-development/general-plan-and-area-plans/housing-element-update
January 6th hearings are Tuesday at 10 am and Thursday (?). The LA times lists the June 23 hearing starting at noon and cable MSNBC and CNN show 9 am with preview. To watch go to cable MSNBC, CNN or online for streaming and replays. Local TV and FOX are not broadcasting the hearings.
Sunday, June 19, 2022 – Father’s Day
Sunday, June 19th at 11 am – 7 pm Juneteenth Festival at Adeline and Alcatraz
Monday, June 20, 2022 – Juneteenth Holiday
The City of Berkeley recognizes Juneteenth as a holiday and all city offices will be closed on Monday in observation. At this writing, AB 1655 for California to recognize Juneteenth as a State paid holiday is pending. California has had a Juneteenth Day of Observance since 2003, but it is not an official state holiday.
President Biden signed into federal law on June 17, 2021, the recognition of June 19, 1885 as the end of slavery when Union Army Major General Gordon Granger rode into Galveston, Texas and informed slaves of their emancipation more than two years after President Abraham Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation on January 1, 1883.
Remember there are states that in their ban of Critical Race Theory would interpret teachers explaining the origin and meaning of Juneteenth as crossing into prohibited topics, because Juneteenth cannot be explained without discussion of slavery. State by state bans: https://www.forbes.com/sites/petergreene/2022/02/16/teacher-anti-crt-bills-coast-to-coast-a-state-by-state-guide/?sh=3a76cb004ff6
Tuesday, June 21, 2022
January 6 Hearing at 10 am
CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING 4 PM
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81179114559
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 811 7911 4559
AGENDA: 1. Contract $1,115,000 thru FY 2027 with Axon Enterprise, Incorporated for Body Worn Cameras, Storage and Software – moved to action Bartlett, Hahn, Harrison and continued from June 14th, 2. Police Equipment & Community Safety Ordinance Impact Statements, Associated Equipment Policies and Annual Equipment Use Report – continued from June 14th.
use link and HTML to see agenda and document details
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING 6 PM
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81179114559
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 811 7911 4559
AGENDA: 1. Discussion and direction regarding Vision 2050 Program Plan and potential ballot measures for the November 8, 2022 election.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Wednesday, June 22, 2022
Civic Arts Commission at 6pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86147520326
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 ID: 861 4752 0326
AGENDA: 6. Presentations/ Discussion & Action items: a0 Proposed placement of Queen Shamiram sculpture at redwood grove next to Maudelle Shirek (Old City Hall) Fred Parhad, Artist, Narsai and Venus David Donors (very cool – see attachment on website) , b) Artist Certification for Affordable Housing for Artists and Housing Element, c) Artist Cathy Lu for Cube Space exhibition
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
Commission on disability at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86209159746?pwd=WUlJRWRlUmJFUmV6NVJjWFAxdlRrUT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 ID: 862 0915 9746
AGENDA: 1. Emergency Preparedness, Evacuation and registries, 2. Dockless Scooter Presentation, 3. Elevator Update, 5. Inclusive Disaster Registry, 6. Commission Workplan, 7. Increasing Public Participation, 9. Berkeley Bike Plan, 10. ADA and City Programs, 11. ADA Pacific Center Training for Commissioners.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-disability
Disaster and Fire Safety Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81595546232
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 ID: 815 9554 6232
AGENDA: 1. Fire Dept Staff Reports, FF, GG, Overall call metrics, Special Reports, Status Commission Actions, 3. Annual Workplan, 4. Update on Red Curbs and Faded Parking Signs/Repairs, 6. CERT Training, New Commission Web Page.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/disaster-and-fire-safety-commission
Environment and Climate Commission at 5 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88100099142
Teleconference: 1-669-9006833 ID: 881 0009 9142
AGENDA: 5. Update from Chair, 6. Update from Staff, 7. Workplan, 8. Climate Literacy, 9. Gas Station Ban and EV Charging Extension, 10. Fossil Free and Just Transition Overlay, 11. Potential Revenue Measure Process & Procedures a. Fossil Fuel Parcel Tax Recommendation (levied on properties which sell nonrenewable fuels such as gasoline or methane), Building Emission Tax, 12. Tracking Climate Action and Resilience Implementation Process.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/environment-and-climate-commission
Police Accountability Board Regular Meeting at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82237902987
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 822 3790 2987
AGENDA: 3. Public Comment on agenda and non-agenda items, 5. Report on Juneteenth, 6. Director’s Report, 7. Chief’s Report, 8. B. Director Search, 9. a. Proposed Equipment Impact Statements, Use Policies, Military Equipment Policy and Annual Use Report, b. draft Regulations for Handling Investigations and Complaints.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
Thursday, June 23, 2022
January 6 hearing check news announcements for the latest schedule different sources list different starting times for the daytime hearing.
City Council Budget & Finance Committee at 10 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81460801605
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID:814 6080 1605
AGENDA: 2. City Manager’s FY 2023 & 2024 Budget Discussion and possible action (expect Mayor Arreguin to present his proposed budget), 3. Council fiscal policies, 4. Energy Commission – Recommendation on climate, building electrification and sustainable transportation for 2023 & 2024, 5. Bartlett, co-sponsors Harrison, Taplin – Budget referral, updated guidelines, procedures and staff expenditures, 6. CM – Investment policies.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-budget-finance
Mental Health Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83719253558
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 ID: 837 1925 3558
AGENDA: 3. Bridge to SCU and SCU update, 4. Selection of Mental Health Division Manager, 5. Mental Health Service Act FY2023 Annual Update, 6. Mental Health Manager’s Report, caseload stats, diversity-multicultural events list, 7. Review and Vote on Application from Judy Appel for Mental Health Commission, 8. Establish Education Subcommittee, 9. Site Visit, 10. Santa Rita Jail, 11. Workplan.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/mental-health-commission
Zoning Adjustments Board at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83586319905
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 835 8631 9905
AGENDA: 2. 2328 Channing Way – on consent – demolish the rear, non-historic portion of City Landmark single-family residence relocate building closer to the street with 8 ft front yard setback where 10 ft is otherwise required and construct 4-story 45 ft tall residential building with 13 dwelling units immediately abutting the rear of the historic building to reduce the minimum building separation from 20 ft to zero and reduce minimum rear yard setback of 10-17 ft to 5 ft
3. 921 University – on consent – allow retail market to sell beer, wine and distilled spirits for consumption off premises,
4. 925 University – on consent – allow service of beer, wine, and distilled spirits incidental to food service in full-service restaurant,
5. 2213 Fourth Street and 747 (787) Bancroft Way - on action staff recommend approve MND and both projects – 1) demolish three existing non-residential buildings and one duplex and construct a new 128,143 sq ft building (bird safe glass only west side) and 4.5 – story parking lot with 412 off-street auto parking spaces and one loading space, and 2) demolish six existing buildings and construct a 159143 sq ft 3-story building, 124,539 sq ft of R & D space and 34,604 sq ft of light manufacturing space and surface parking lot 76 off-street parking space and 5 loading spaces,
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zoning-adjustments-board
Friday, June 24, 2022 & Saturday, June 25, 2022 – no city meetings/events found
Sunday, June 26, 2022
Equity Summit Series #9
Videoconference: https://bit.ly/3aKPafw
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 818 2594 9827 Passcode: 028103
AGENDA: Honoring Black Men!
In Collaboration with Friends of Adeline
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JUNE 28, 2022 - CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING AT 6 PM
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82212647688
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 822 1264 7688
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CONSENT: 2nd reading items 1 – 13. 1. Ashby and North Berkeley BART Station zoning, EIR, MOA passed June 2, 2. FY 2023 Tax Rate: Measure M Street and Watershed Improvements General Obligation Bonds, 3. FY 2023 Tax Rate: Library Improvements Measure FF 2008 4. FY 2023 Tax Rate: Fund General Obligation Bonds Measure G, S & I from years 1992, 1996, 2002, 5. FY 2023 Tax Rate: 0.0130% Affordable Housing Measure O 2018 6. FY 2023 Tax Rate: Business License on Large Non-profits $0.7573, 7. FY 2023 Tax Rate: Paramedic Tax $0.0433, 8. FY 2023 Tax Rate: Measure FF Firefighting $0.1123, 9. FY 2023 Tax Rate: Fund Maintenance Parks, City trees and Landscaping, $0.2039, 10. FY 2023 Tax Rate Measure T1 2nd reading general obligation bonds, 11. FY 2023 Tax Rate: Measure E Services for Severely Disabled $0.01932, 12. FY 2023 Tax Rate: Measure GG Fire Protection $0.05818, 13. FY 2023 Special Tax Rate: Library services $0.3906, 14. Continuation of COVID Emergency, 15. FY 2023 Tax Rate: Fund 3. Continuation boards and commissions to meet via videoconference, 16. Extension of PAB Interim Director Katherine Lee salary $182,260.65, 17. Minutes, 18. Formal bid solicitations, $4,856,000, 19. FY 2023 Revision to investment policy confirms authority Director of Finance to make investments, 20. Appropriations limit for FY 2023 $328,834, 462, 21. Revenue Grant MediCal $4,200,000 FY 2023 – 2025, 22. Amend contract add $200,000 total $6,375,185.82 with O.C. Jones & Sons, Inc for Berkeley Marina Roadway, 23. Accept Vision Zero Annual Report and direct CM to form coordinating committee to continue BerkDOT – may be held over to July, 24. P.O. $400,000 to purchase two chipper trucks, 25. P.O. $165,000 to purchase one CASE Tractor Loader, 26. P.O. add $1,900,000 total $10,744,000 and extend term to 12/31/2023 with Diesel Direct West, Inc for Fuel for City Vehicles and Equipment (EV charging infrastructure for city vehicles at the corporation yard a - $1 million request for 2023) - is not included in the CM proposed budget for 2023 – 2024) 27. Contract $2,512,152 with Sposeto Engineering Inc. for FY 2022 Sidewalk Repair Project, 28. Amend Contract add $200,000 total $632,750 with Direct Line Tele Response for Citywide after-hours answering services and extend to 12/31/2024, 29. Amend Contract add $150,000 total $750,000 with Alta Planning and Design, Inc, for On-Call Transportation Planning Services, 30. Amend Contract add $150,000 total $650,000 with Community Design and Architecture for on-call transportation planning services, 31. Amend Contract add $200,000 total $650,000 with Clean Harbors, Inc for hazardous waste removal and disposal and extend to 6/30/2024, 32. Amend Contract add $150,000 total $423,534 with Don’s Tire Service, Inc for tire repair and replacement and extend to 6/30/2024, 33. Amend Contract with EBMUD CAP (Customer Assistance Program) expands 35% discount on sewer services for qualifying customers, 34. Disaster and Fire Safety Commission – recommendation to use Measure FF funds as intended by voters – wildfire prevention, 35. Mental Health Commission – appoint Mary-Lee Smith and Glenn Turner to Commission, 36. Arreguin - Suspension of Sister City Relations with Dmitrov, Russia and Ulan-Ude, Russia, 37. Taplin, co-sponsor Wengraf, Hahn– Support AB 2156 prohibits ghost guns, 38. Taplin, co-sponsor Wengraf, Hahn, Robinson – Support AB 256 Racial Justice for All allows retroactive appeals of past convictions and sentences with racial bias, 39. Taplin – Parking Minima for Mixed-Use Projects and Manufacturing Districts – reduces parking space requirements in manufacturing districts for mixed-use projects and changes off-street parking for manufacturing to a maximum, 40. Hahn, co-sponsor Wengraf, Hahn- Support AB 2408 and AB 2273 holding social media companies accountable,
ACTION: 41. CM – Clean Stormwater Fee, 42. CM – Street Lighting Assessment, 43. CM- Transfer Station Rates, 44. FY 2023 & 2024 Biennial Budget Adoption, 45. FY Annual Appropriations Ordinance $737,068,278 gross, $620,623,866, 46. Borrowing of Funds and the Sale and Issuance of FY 2022-23 Tax and Revenue Anticipation Notes 47. CM – goBerkeley SmartSpace Pilot Program Implementation Recommendations 1. Adopt an Ordinance repealing and reenacting Berkeley Municipal Code Chapter 14.52 Parking Meters to enable demand-responsive paid parking for non-RPP permit holders in the 2700 blocks of Durant Avenue, Channing Way, and Haste Street and the 2300-2400 blocks of Piedmont Avenue (a portion of Residential Preferential Parking Program Area I) for the duration of the grant-funded goBerkeley SmartSpace pilot program, and allow payment via license plate entry pay stations (“pay-by-plate”) to improve convenience and enforcement; and 2. Adopt a Resolution approving the pilot proposals to be implemented and evaluated as part of the goBerkeley SmartSpace pilot program. 48.a. Disaster and Fire Safety Commission – Requests for Timely Fiscal Information on Measures FF and GG the Fire Dept and City Manage to provide the Commission with fiscal information for Measures FF and GG with monthly expenditure reports and proposed budgets, b. CM companion report acknowledges need to provide accurate, timely and relevant information, (Arreguin plans to move 48.b. to consent at meeting) INFORMATION REPORTS: 49. Voluntary Time Off Program for FY 2023, 50. Annual Update on Wells Fargo, 51. FY 2022 2nd Quarter Investment Report, 52. FY 2022 3rd Quarter Investment Report, 53. HWCAC 2018-2023 Work Plan, 54. Annual Report LPC Actions, 55. Zero Waste Commission FY 2022-2023 Work Plan.
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LAND USE CALENDAR:
Public Hearing to be scheduled
1201 – 1205 San Pablo at ZAB Date - 9/29/2022
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1643-47 California – new basement level and 2nd story
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with the End of the Appeal Period
Bad news on tracking approved projects in the appeal period. Samantha Updegrave, Zoning Officer, Principal Planner wrote the listing of projects in the appeal period can only be found by looking up each project individually through permits online by address or permit number https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/2022-03/Online-Building-Permits-Guide.pdf
The website with easy to find listing of projects in the appeal period was left on the “cutting room floor” another casualty of the conversion to the new City of Berkeley website.
Here is the old website link, Please ask for it to be restored item 28 on the June 14 Council agenda.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
WORKSESSIONS:
June 21 – Ballot Measure Development Discussion – Streets Parcel Tax and Bond
July 19 – Fire Facilities Study Report
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Alameda County LAFCO Presentation
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Worth Noting:
All City meetings are currently virtual
Sunday - June 19th at 11 am – 7 pm Juneteenth Festival at Adeline and Alcatraz
Monday - City offices closed in observation of Juneteenth Holiday
Tuesday – City Council at 4 pm are the two continued items from June 14 Axon contract and police equipment, impact statements, policies and reports. At 6 pm is discussion and direction for potential ballot measures for a bond or bonds and parcel tax that may cover affordable housing, the marina, streets, sidewalks, and other infrastructure.
Wednesday – The new merged Environment and Climate Commission starts at 5 pm with an ambitious workplan and agenda. The Civic Arts Commission at 6 pm considers the Queen Shamiram sculpture placement (this is cool check the attachment for photos). The Disability Commission also meets at 6 pm and the Disaster and Fire Safety Commission and Police Accountability Board meet at 7 pm.
Thursday –The mayor is expected to present his proposed biennial budget for 2023 & 2024 at the 10 am Budget and Finance Committee. The Mental Health Commission meets at 7 pm and will receive an update on the SCU (Special Care Unit). The Zoning Adjustment Board meets at 7 pm with the 2213 Fourth Street and 747 (787) Bancroft Way project as the only action item (1 project, 2 sale of alcoholic beverages on consent). The 4 ½ story parking garage with 412 parking spaces accompanying the R & D & manufacturing project met with very vocal neighborhood opposition.
The June 28 Council Regular meeting agenda is available for comment. Use HTML to review individual items. https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
The Housing Element Draft is available for comment from now until Thursday, July 14, 2022. Do not leave this to the last minute. If you review everything including all the appendixes it is 590 pages. The base element is 152 pages. The community workshop is June 29th from 6 to 8 pm.
Draft: https://raimi.konveio.com/city-berkeley-housing-element-update-public-draft
Housing Element Update Webpage: https://berkeleyca.gov/construction-development/land-use-development/general-plan-and-area-plans/housing-element-update
January 6th hearings are Tuesday at 10 am and Thursday (?). The LA times lists the June 23 hearing starting at noon and cable MSNBC and CNN show 9 am with preview. To watch go to cable MSNBC, CNN or online for streaming and replays. Local TV and FOX are not broadcasting the hearings.
Sunday, June 19, 2022 – Father’s Day
Sunday, June 19th at 11 am – 7 pm Juneteenth Festival at Adeline and Alcatraz
Monday, June 20, 2022 – Juneteenth Holiday
The City of Berkeley recognizes Juneteenth as a holiday and all city offices will be closed on Monday in observation. At this writing, AB 1655 for California to recognize Juneteenth as a State paid holiday is pending. California has had a Juneteenth Day of Observance since 2003, but it is not an official state holiday.
President Biden signed into federal law on June 17, 2021, the recognition of June 19, 1885 as the end of slavery when Union Army Major General Gordon Granger rode into Galveston, Texas and informed slaves of their emancipation more than two years after President Abraham Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation on January 1, 1883.
Remember there are states that in their ban of Critical Race Theory would interpret teachers explaining the origin and meaning of Juneteenth as crossing into prohibited topics, because Juneteenth cannot be explained without discussion of slavery. State by state bans: https://www.forbes.com/sites/petergreene/2022/02/16/teacher-anti-crt-bills-coast-to-coast-a-state-by-state-guide/?sh=3a76cb004ff6
Tuesday, June 21, 2022
January 6 Hearing at 10 am
CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING 4 PM
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81179114559
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 811 7911 4559
AGENDA: 1. Contract $1,115,000 thru FY 2027 with Axon Enterprise, Incorporated for Body Worn Cameras, Storage and Software – moved to action Bartlett, Hahn, Harrison and continued from June 14th, 2. Police Equipment & Community Safety Ordinance Impact Statements, Associated Equipment Policies and Annual Equipment Use Report – continued from June 14th.
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https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING 6 PM
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81179114559
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 811 7911 4559
AGENDA: 1. Discussion and direction regarding Vision 2050 Program Plan and potential ballot measures for the November 8, 2022 election.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Wednesday, June 22, 2022
Civic Arts Commission at 6pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86147520326
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 ID: 861 4752 0326
AGENDA: 6. Presentations/ Discussion & Action items: a0 Proposed placement of Queen Shamiram sculpture at redwood grove next to Maudelle Shirek (Old City Hall) Fred Parhad, Artist, Narsai and Venus David Donors (very cool – see attachment on website) , b) Artist Certification for Affordable Housing for Artists and Housing Element, c) Artist Cathy Lu for Cube Space exhibition
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
Commission on disability at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86209159746?pwd=WUlJRWRlUmJFUmV6NVJjWFAxdlRrUT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 ID: 862 0915 9746
AGENDA: 1. Emergency Preparedness, Evacuation and registries, 2. Dockless Scooter Presentation, 3. Elevator Update, 5. Inclusive Disaster Registry, 6. Commission Workplan, 7. Increasing Public Participation, 9. Berkeley Bike Plan, 10. ADA and City Programs, 11. ADA Pacific Center Training for Commissioners.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-disability
Disaster and Fire Safety Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81595546232
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 ID: 815 9554 6232
AGENDA: 1. Fire Dept Staff Reports, FF, GG, Overall call metrics, Special Reports, Status Commission Actions, 3. Annual Workplan, 4. Update on Red Curbs and Faded Parking Signs/Repairs, 6. CERT Training, New Commission Web Page.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/disaster-and-fire-safety-commission
Environment and Climate Commission at 5 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88100099142
Teleconference: 1-669-9006833 ID: 881 0009 9142
AGENDA: 5. Update from Chair, 6. Update from Staff, 7. Workplan, 8. Climate Literacy, 9. Gas Station Ban and EV Charging Extension, 10. Fossil Free and Just Transition Overlay, 11. Potential Revenue Measure Process & Procedures a. Fossil Fuel Parcel Tax Recommendation (levied on properties which sell nonrenewable fuels such as gasoline or methane), Building Emission Tax, 12. Tracking Climate Action and Resilience Implementation Process.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/environment-and-climate-commission
Police Accountability Board Regular Meeting at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82237902987
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 822 3790 2987
AGENDA: 3. Public Comment on agenda and non-agenda items, 5. Report on Juneteenth, 6. Director’s Report, 7. Chief’s Report, 8. B. Director Search, 9. a. Proposed Equipment Impact Statements, Use Policies, Military Equipment Policy and Annual Use Report, b. draft Regulations for Handling Investigations and Complaints.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
Thursday, June 23, 2022
January 6 hearing check news announcements for the latest schedule different sources list different starting times for the daytime hearing.
City Council Budget & Finance Committee at 10 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81460801605
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID:814 6080 1605
AGENDA: 2. City Manager’s FY 2023 & 2024 Budget Discussion and possible action (expect Mayor Arreguin to present his proposed budget), 3. Council fiscal policies, 4. Energy Commission – Recommendation on climate, building electrification and sustainable transportation for 2023 & 2024, 5. Bartlett, co-sponsors Harrison, Taplin – Budget referral, updated guidelines, procedures and staff expenditures, 6. CM – Investment policies.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-budget-finance
Mental Health Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83719253558
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 ID: 837 1925 3558
AGENDA: 3. Bridge to SCU and SCU update, 4. Selection of Mental Health Division Manager, 5. Mental Health Service Act FY2023 Annual Update, 6. Mental Health Manager’s Report, caseload stats, diversity-multicultural events list, 7. Review and Vote on Application from Judy Appel for Mental Health Commission, 8. Establish Education Subcommittee, 9. Site Visit, 10. Santa Rita Jail, 11. Workplan.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/mental-health-commission
Zoning Adjustments Board at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83586319905
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 835 8631 9905
AGENDA: 2. 2328 Channing Way – on consent – demolish the rear, non-historic portion of City Landmark single-family residence relocate building closer to the street with 8 ft front yard setback where 10 ft is otherwise required and construct 4-story 45 ft tall residential building with 13 dwelling units immediately abutting the rear of the historic building to reduce the minimum building separation from 20 ft to zero and reduce minimum rear yard setback of 10-17 ft to 5 ft
3. 921 University – on consent – allow retail market to sell beer, wine and distilled spirits for consumption off premises,
4. 925 University – on consent – allow service of beer, wine, and distilled spirits incidental to food service in full-service restaurant,
5. 2213 Fourth Street and 747 (787) Bancroft Way - on action staff recommend approve MND and both projects – 1) demolish three existing non-residential buildings and one duplex and construct a new 128,143 sq ft building (bird safe glass only west side) and 4.5 – story parking lot with 412 off-street auto parking spaces and one loading space, and 2) demolish six existing buildings and construct a 159143 sq ft 3-story building, 124,539 sq ft of R & D space and 34,604 sq ft of light manufacturing space and surface parking lot 76 off-street parking space and 5 loading spaces,
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zoning-adjustments-board
Friday, June 24, 2022 & Saturday, June 25, 2022 – no city meetings/events found
Sunday, June 26, 2022
Equity Summit Series #9
Videoconference: https://bit.ly/3aKPafw
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 818 2594 9827 Passcode: 028103
AGENDA: Honoring Black Men!
In Collaboration with Friends of Adeline
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JUNE 28, 2022 - CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING AT 6 PM
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82212647688
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 822 1264 7688
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CONSENT: 2nd reading items 1 – 13. 1. Ashby and North Berkeley BART Station zoning, EIR, MOA passed June 2, 2. FY 2023 Tax Rate: Measure M Street and Watershed Improvements General Obligation Bonds, 3. FY 2023 Tax Rate: Library Improvements Measure FF 2008 4. FY 2023 Tax Rate: Fund General Obligation Bonds Measure G, S & I from years 1992, 1996, 2002, 5. FY 2023 Tax Rate: 0.0130% Affordable Housing Measure O 2018 6. FY 2023 Tax Rate: Business License on Large Non-profits $0.7573, 7. FY 2023 Tax Rate: Paramedic Tax $0.0433, 8. FY 2023 Tax Rate: Measure FF Firefighting $0.1123, 9. FY 2023 Tax Rate: Fund Maintenance Parks, City trees and Landscaping, $0.2039, 10. FY 2023 Tax Rate Measure T1 2nd reading general obligation bonds, 11. FY 2023 Tax Rate: Measure E Services for Severely Disabled $0.01932, 12. FY 2023 Tax Rate: Measure GG Fire Protection $0.05818, 13. FY 2023 Special Tax Rate: Library services $0.3906, 14. Continuation of COVID Emergency, 15. FY 2023 Tax Rate: Fund 3. Continuation boards and commissions to meet via videoconference, 16. Extension of PAB Interim Director Katherine Lee salary $182,260.65, 17. Minutes, 18. Formal bid solicitations, $4,856,000, 19. FY 2023 Revision to investment policy confirms authority Director of Finance to make investments, 20. Appropriations limit for FY 2023 $328,834, 462, 21. Revenue Grant MediCal $4,200,000 FY 2023 – 2025, 22. Amend contract add $200,000 total $6,375,185.82 with O.C. Jones & Sons, Inc for Berkeley Marina Roadway, 23. Accept Vision Zero Annual Report and direct CM to form coordinating committee to continue BerkDOT – may be held over to July, 24. P.O. $400,000 to purchase two chipper trucks, 25. P.O. $165,000 to purchase one CASE Tractor Loader, 26. P.O. add $1,900,000 total $10,744,000 and extend term to 12/31/2023 with Diesel Direct West, Inc for Fuel for City Vehicles and Equipment (EV charging infrastructure for city vehicles at the corporation yard a - $1 million request for 2023) - is not included in the CM proposed budget for 2023 – 2024) 27. Contract $2,512,152 with Sposeto Engineering Inc. for FY 2022 Sidewalk Repair Project, 28. Amend Contract add $200,000 total $632,750 with Direct Line Tele Response for Citywide after-hours answering services and extend to 12/31/2024, 29. Amend Contract add $150,000 total $750,000 with Alta Planning and Design, Inc, for On-Call Transportation Planning Services, 30. Amend Contract add $150,000 total $650,000 with Community Design and Architecture for on-call transportation planning services, 31. Amend Contract add $200,000 total $650,000 with Clean Harbors, Inc for hazardous waste removal and disposal and extend to 6/30/2024, 32. Amend Contract add $150,000 total $423,534 with Don’s Tire Service, Inc for tire repair and replacement and extend to 6/30/2024, 33. Amend Contract with EBMUD CAP (Customer Assistance Program) expands 35% discount on sewer services for qualifying customers, 34. Disaster and Fire Safety Commission – recommendation to use Measure FF funds as intended by voters – wildfire prevention, 35. Mental Health Commission – appoint Mary-Lee Smith and Glenn Turner to Commission, 36. Arreguin - Suspension of Sister City Relations with Dmitrov, Russia and Ulan-Ude, Russia, 37. Taplin, co-sponsor Wengraf, Hahn– Support AB 2156 prohibits ghost guns, 38. Taplin, co-sponsor Wengraf, Hahn, Robinson – Support AB 256 Racial Justice for All allows retroactive appeals of past convictions and sentences with racial bias, 39. Taplin – Parking Minima for Mixed-Use Projects and Manufacturing Districts – reduces parking space requirements in manufacturing districts for mixed-use projects and changes off-street parking for manufacturing to a maximum, 40. Hahn, co-sponsor Wengraf, Hahn- Support AB 2408 and AB 2273 holding social media companies accountable,
ACTION: 41. CM – Clean Stormwater Fee, 42. CM – Street Lighting Assessment, 43. CM- Transfer Station Rates, 44. FY 2023 & 2024 Biennial Budget Adoption, 45. FY Annual Appropriations Ordinance $737,068,278 gross, $620,623,866, 46. Borrowing of Funds and the Sale and Issuance of FY 2022-23 Tax and Revenue Anticipation Notes 47. CM – goBerkeley SmartSpace Pilot Program Implementation Recommendations 1. Adopt an Ordinance repealing and reenacting Berkeley Municipal Code Chapter 14.52 Parking Meters to enable demand-responsive paid parking for non-RPP permit holders in the 2700 blocks of Durant Avenue, Channing Way, and Haste Street and the 2300-2400 blocks of Piedmont Avenue (a portion of Residential Preferential Parking Program Area I) for the duration of the grant-funded goBerkeley SmartSpace pilot program, and allow payment via license plate entry pay stations (“pay-by-plate”) to improve convenience and enforcement; and 2. Adopt a Resolution approving the pilot proposals to be implemented and evaluated as part of the goBerkeley SmartSpace pilot program. 48.a. Disaster and Fire Safety Commission – Requests for Timely Fiscal Information on Measures FF and GG the Fire Dept and City Manage to provide the Commission with fiscal information for Measures FF and GG with monthly expenditure reports and proposed budgets, b. CM companion report acknowledges need to provide accurate, timely and relevant information, (Arreguin plans to move 48.b. to consent at meeting) INFORMATION REPORTS: 49. Voluntary Time Off Program for FY 2023, 50. Annual Update on Wells Fargo, 51. FY 2022 2nd Quarter Investment Report, 52. FY 2022 3rd Quarter Investment Report, 53. HWCAC 2018-2023 Work Plan, 54. Annual Report LPC Actions, 55. Zero Waste Commission FY 2022-2023 Work Plan.
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LAND USE CALENDAR:
Public Hearing to be scheduled
1201 – 1205 San Pablo at ZAB Date - 9/29/2022
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1643-47 California – new basement level and 2nd story
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with the End of the Appeal Period
Bad news on tracking approved projects in the appeal period. Samantha Updegrave, Zoning Officer, Principal Planner wrote the listing of projects in the appeal period can only be found by looking up each project individually through permits online by address or permit number https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/2022-03/Online-Building-Permits-Guide.pdf
The website with easy to find listing of projects in the appeal period was left on the “cutting room floor” another casualty of the conversion to the new City of Berkeley website.
Here is the old website link, Please ask for it to be restored item 28 on the June 14 Council agenda.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
WORKSESSIONS:
June 21 – Ballot Measure Development Discussion – Streets Parcel Tax and Bond
July 19 – Fire Facilities Study Report
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Alameda County LAFCO Presentation
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
June 12 - 19, 2022
Worth Noting:
To look for city sponsored events, like films in the park and check for meetings announced on short notice, use the new city website https://berkeleyca.gov/. This summary of meetings which is already long will only list city meetings and key community meetings/events. Key items are bolded and underlined.
Sunday, June 12th at 5 pm is the production of ROE at the Brower Center by the Actors Ensemble of Berkeley. The staged reading of ROE is free (thanks to donations), seating is limited, reservations are highly recommended. A second final reading of ROE is at the Marsh, June 16th at 7 pm.
Monday at 10 am the Council Committee on Health, Equity agenda items are the Fair workweek and re-entry employment and guaranteed income. At 2:30 pm the Agenda committee finalizes the agenda for the June 28th regular Council meeting at 6 pm – item 10 BerkDOT, 13. Add $1.900,000 to City cost of Diesel fuel note that a $1,000,000 request to install EV charging at the corporation yard for city vehicles is not included in the CM proposed budget, 28. Pilot of charging for parking in neighborhoods,
Tuesday City Council at 6 pm action items 30. Proposed biennial budget, 32. Police Equipment, 33. Parking enforcement in fire zones, 34. VACANCY TAX, 35. Home electrification pilot.
Wednesday Commission on Aging at 1:30, FITES meets on plastic ordinance at 2:30, and the Human Welfare & Community Action meets at 6:30 pm.
Thursday 6pm the Fair Campaign Practices & Open Government meets at 6 pm on election enforcement referrals. At 7 pm the DRC takes up 742 Grayson a manufacturing R&D with a 7-story 325 parking space garage and the last reading of ROE at the Marsh is at 7 pm. (
Sunday, June 19th at 11 am – 7 pm Juneteenth Festival at Adeline and Alcatraz
The schedule of the January 6th hearings for the coming week (in Pacific Time) and what will be covered – Monday, June 13 at 7 am PT will cover how Donald Trump and his advisors knew that he infact lost the election but still engaged in a massive effort to spread false and fraudulent information that the election was stolen, Wednesday, June 15 at 7 am PT will cover how Trump corruptly planned to replace the US Attorney General so the Justice Department would spread false stolen election claims, Thursday, June 16th at 10 am PT will focus on Trump’s efforts to pressure Pence to refuse to count electoral votes on January 6th..
Sunday, June 12, 2022
ROE at 5 pm at the David Brower Center Goldman Theater at 2150 Allston Way
Staged reading of ROE produced by Actors Ensemble of Berkeley performance of Roe by Lisa Loomer directed by Susannah Wood and organized by Carol Marasovic of the City of Berkeley Commission on the Status of Women
Admission is free - reservations are highly recommended,
https://www.aeofberkeley.org/productions/upcoming-shows/378-roe-by-lisa-loomer
donations to cover the production costs are welcome send to:
Berkeley Actors Ensemble / ROE, PO Box 663, Berkeley, CA 94701
Monday, June 13, 2022
City Council Health, Life Enrichment, Equity & Community Committee at 10 am (members Hahn, Kesawani, Bartlett)
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87917512317
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 879 1751 2317
AGENDA: Public comment non-agenda items, 2.a. Harrison submitted to Labor Commission in 2018 - Fair Workweek Ordinance – adopt first reading, b. Companion report from CM Williams Ridley – Lisa Warhuus – study it, analyze costs, 3. Taplin, co-sponsors Harrison, Hahn – Office of Racial Equity: Re-Entry Employment and Guaranteed Income Programs.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-health-life-enrichment-equity-community
Agenda and Rules Committee at 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82262362092
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 822 6236 2092
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 4/12/2022 draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda after list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournments in Memory, 5. Worksessions Schedule, 6. Referrals to Agenda Committee for Scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review: 8. COVID, 9. Return to In-person meetings, Unscheduled Items: 10. Discussion Regarding Design and Strengthening of Policy Committees, 11. Supporting Commissions, Guidance on Legislative Proposals.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
CITY COUNCIL CLOSED session 4:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88324327577
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 883 2432 7577
AGENDA: 1. Conference with Labor Negotiators, 2. Conference with Legal Counsel, existing litigation a. Ruegg & Ellsworth v. City of Berkeley, RG1890003
https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-closed-meeting-eagenda-june-13-2022
Tuesday, June 14, 2022
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83933192334
Teleconference: 1-699-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID:
AGENDA: use link and HTML to see agenda and document details, or go to end of this post for full agenda with key items highlighted in bold and underlined.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Wednesday, June 15, 2022
City Council Facilities, Infrastructure, Transportation, Environment & Sustainability Committee at 2:30 pm (members Harrison, Robinson, Taplin)
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82152744860
Teleconference: 1-699-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 821 5274 4860
AGENDA: Public comment non-agenda items, 2. Harrison & Hahn - Ordinance to regulate plastic bags at retail and food service establishments, 3. Energy Commission – Community outreach on proposed regulations for use of carryout and pre-checkout bags, 4. Harrison, co-sponsor Bartlett, Hahn - Ordinance establishing emergency GHG limits, process for updated Climate Action Pan, monitoring, evaluation, reporting and regional collaboration.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-facilities-infrastructure-transportation-environment-sustainability
Commission on Aging at 1:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87859343194
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 ID: 726 7423 9145
AGENDA: Presentation Older Adult Community Forum 2. Public comments on non-agenda items, Discussion/Action: 4. Letter to Council regarding Hopkins Corridor Project, 5. Letter to Council regarding Commission vacancies,
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-aging
Human Welfare & Community Action Commission at 6:30 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/4863098496
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 486 309 8496
AGENDA: 5. Single Audit Report, 6. Review of East Bay Community Law Center, 9. Subcommittee on Homelessness, 10. Alta Bates, 11l Easy Does it lapse in services, 12. Senior housing programs, 13. Discuss potential infrastructure and affordable housing bonds/taxes, 14. Possible site visit to Pathways facility.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/human-welfare-and-community-action-commission
Thursday, June 16, 2022
Design Review Committee at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83338876936 - corrected link
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 833 3887 6936
AGENDA: 742 Grayson – Majority Recommendations – Demolish two existing industrial buildings and construct a new four story 62’ tall manufacturing and research and development facility with 35,352 sq ft of ground floor manufacturing space and 7-story parking garage with 325 parking spaces.
2439 Durant – Preliminary Design Review – Demolish an existing 2-story commercial building and construct a new 7-story mixed-use building with 7,799 sq ft of commercial space, 22 residential units, a roof deck, and indoor bike parking space.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/design-review-committee
Fair Campaign Practices and Open Government Commission at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89363688641
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 893 6368 8641
AGENDA: 3. Public comment on subjects not on the agenda, 7. City Clerk Department enforcement referrals to the California Fair Political Practices Commission for discussion and possible action, a. Stephen Murphy for Council 2020, b. Todd Andrew for Council for 2020, c. Bahman Ahmadi for Rent Stabilization Board 2020, d. Soulmaz Panahi for Rent Board 2020, e. Wendy Saenz Hood Neufeld for Rent Board 2022, 11. Brown Act Training presentation.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/fair-campaign-practices-commission
ROE at 7 pm at the Marsh 2120 at Allston Way
Staged reading of ROE produced by Actors Ensemble of Berkeley performance of Roe by Lisa Loomer directed by Susannah Wood and organized by Carol Marasovic of the City of Berkeley Commission on the Status of Women
Admission is free - reservations are highly recommended,
https://www.aeofberkeley.org/productions/upcoming-shows/378-roe-by-lisa-loomer
donations to cover the production costs are welcome send to:
Berkeley Actors Ensemble / ROE, PO Box 663, Berkeley, CA 94701
Friday, June 17, 2022 & Saturday, June 18, 2022
No City meetings found check https://berkeleyca.gov/ for city sponsored events
Sunday, June 19, 2022
Sunday, June 19th at 11 am – 7 pm Juneteenth Festival at Adeline and Alcatraz
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AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE at 2:30 pm
DRAFT CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for JUNE 28, 2022
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82262362092
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 822 6236 2092
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
CONSENT: (CM items 1 – 20) 1. 2nd reading Ashby and North Berkeley BART Station zoning, EIR, MOA passed June 2, 2. Continuation COVID emergency, 3. Continuation boards and commissions to meet via videoconference, 4. Minutes, 5. Formal bid solicitations, $4,856,000, 6. FY 2023 Revision to investment policy confirms authority Director of Finance to make investments, 7. Approriations limit for FY 2023 $328,834, 462, 8. Revenue Grant MediCal $4,200,000 FY 2023 – 2025, 9. Amend contract add $200,000 total $6,375,185.82 with O.C. Jones & Sons, Inc for Berkeley Marina Roadway, 10. Accept Vision Zero Annual Report and direct CM to form coordinating committee to continue BerkDOT, 11. P.O. $400,000 to purchase two chipper trucks, 12. P.O. $165,000 to purchase one CASE Tractor Loader, 13. P.O. add $1,900,000 total $10,744,000 and extend term to 12/31/2023 with Diesel Direct West, Inc for Fuel for City Vehicles and Equipment (EV charging infrastructure for city vehicles at the corporation yard a - $1 million request for 2023 - is not included in the CM proposed budget for 2023 – 2024) 14. Contract $2,512,152 with Sposeto Engineering Inc. for FY 2022 Sidewalk Repair Project, 15. Amend Contract add $200,000 total $632,750 with Direct Line Tele Response for Citywide after-hours answering services and extend to 12/31/2024, 16. Amend Contract add $150,000 total $750,000 with Alta Planning and Design, Inc, for On-Call Transportation Planning Services, 17. Amend Contract add $150,000 total $650,000 with Community Design and Architecture for on-call transportation planning services, 18. Amend Contract add $200,000 total $650,000 with Clean Harbors, Inc for hazardous waste removal and disposal and extend to 6/30/2024, 19. Amend Contract add $150,000 total $423,534 with Don’s Tire Service, Inc for tire repair and replacement and extend to 6/30/2024, 20. Amend Contract with EBMUD CAP (Customer Assistance Program) expands 35% discount on sewer services for qualifying customers, 21. Mental Health Commission – appoint Mary-Lee Smith and Glenn Turner to Commission, 22. Taplin – Support AB 2156 prohibits ghost guns, 23. Taplin – Support AB 256 Racial Justice for All allows retroactive appeals of past convictions and sentences with racial bias, 24. Hahn Support AB 2408 and AB 2273 holding social media companies accountable, ACTION: 25. CM – Clean Stormwater Fee, 26. CM – Street Lighting Assessment, 27. CM- Transfer Station Rates, 28. CM – goBerkeley SmartSpace Pilot Program Implementation Recommendations 1. Adopt an Ordinance repealing and reenacting Berkeley Municipal Code Chapter 14.52 Parking Meters to enable demand-responsive paid parking for non-RPP permit holders in the 2700 blocks of Durant Avenue, Channing Way, and Haste Street and the 2300-2400 blocks of Piedmont Avenue (a portion of Residential Preferential Parking Program Area I) for the duration of the grant-funded goBerkeley SmartSpace pilot program, and allow payment via license plate entry pay stations (“pay-by-plate”) to improve convenience and enforcement; and 2. Adopt a Resolution approving the pilot proposals to be implemented and evaluated as part of the goBerkeley SmartSpace pilot program. 29. FY 2023 & 2024 Biennial Budget Adoption, 30. FY Annual Appropriations Ordinace $737,068,278 gross, $620,623,866, 31. Borrowing of Funds and the Sale and Issuance of FY 2022-23 Tax and Revenue Anticipation Notes, 32.a. Disaster and Fire Safety Commission – Request for Timely Fiscal Information on Measures FF and GG, b. CM companion report acknowledges need to provide accurate, timely and relevant information, 33. Disaster and Fire Safety Commission – recommendation to use Measure FF funds as intended by voters, 34. Arreguin - Suspension of Sister City Relations with Dmitrov, Russia and Ulan-Ude, Russia, 35. Taplin – Parking Minima for Mixed-Use Projects and Manufacturing Districts – reduces parking space requirements in manufacturing districts for mixed-use projects and changes off-street parking for manufacturing to a maximum, 36. Robinson, co-sponsors Taplin, Arreguin - Referral to CM – Keep Innovation in Berkeley, encourage R & D in Berkeley amends zoning, INFORMATION REPORTS: 37. Voluntary Time Off Program for FY 2023, 38. Annual Update on Wells Fargo, 39. FY 2022 2nd Quarter Investment Report, 40. FY 2022 3rd Quarter Investment Report, 41. HWCAC 2018-2023 Work Plan, 42. Annual Report LPC Actions, 43. Zero Waste Commission FY 2022-2023 Work Plan.
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6/14/2022 CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING AT 6 PM AGENDA
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83933192334
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 839 3319 2334
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
CONSENT: 1. 2nd reading contract with CalPERS, 2. 2nd reading Commission Reorganization merging the Homeless Commission into the Homeless Services Panel of Experts, 3. CM – Ballot Measure related to housing for persons of Low-Income, 4. $5000 Donation to Animal shelter from the U.C. Davis Koret Medicine Program, 5. Formal Bid Solicitations $270,000, 6. Temporary appropriations FY 2023 $50,000,000, 7. FY 2023 Tax Rate: Fund the Debt Service on the Street and Watershed Improvements General Obligation Bonds 0.0075% (Measure M, November 2012 Election), 8. FY 2023 Tax Rate: Fund Debt Service on Neighborhood Branch Library Improvements Project General Obligation bonds at 0.0058% (Measure FF, 2008 election) , 9. FY 2023 Tax Rate: Fund Debt service on 2015 Refunding general (Measures G, S, I) Obligation Bonds at 0.0130% (Measures G, S, &I), 10. FY Tax Rate: Fund the Debt Service on the (Measure O) Affordable Housing General Obligation Bonds 0.0200%, 11. FY 2023 Tax Rate: Business License Tax on Large Non-Profits Adopt 1st reading of Ordinance setting the FY 2023 tax rate for Business License Tax on large non-profits at $0.7573 per sq ft, 12. FY 2023 Tax Rate: Fund the Provision of Emergency Medical Services (Paramedic Tax) at $0.0433 per sq ft, 13. FY 2023 Tax Rate: Fund Firefighting, Emergency Medical Response and Wildfire Prevention $0.1126 (Measure FF), 14. FY 2023 Tax Rate: Fund the Maintenance of Parks, City Trees and Landscaping $0.2039 per sq ft, 15. FY 2023 Tax Rate: Fund the Debt Service on the Infrastructure and Facilities General Obligation Bonds 0.0160% (Measure T1, 2016 election), 16. FY 2023 Tax Rate: Fund Emergency Services for the Severely Disabled $0.01932 (Measure E), 17. FY 2023 Tax Rate Fire protection and emergency response and preparedness (Measure GG) at $0.05818 per sq ft of improvements for dwelling units and $0.08804 per sq ft for all other improvements, 18. FY 2023 Special Tax Rate for funding the Provision of Library Services, $0,2583 per sq ft dwellings and $0,3906 per sq ft industrial, commercial and industrial buildings, 19. Designate Line of Succession for the Director of Emergency Services, 20. St. Paul Terrace Housing Trust Fund Reservation $8,551,040 in Housing trust Funds for Community Housing Development Corporation’s St. Paul Terrace (2024 Ashby), 21. Classification and Salary: Senior Economic Development Project Coordinator monthly salary $11,219.88 to $13,775.00 effective 6/15/2022, 22. Contract Amendment $598,560 with Innovative Claim Solutions (ICS) for claims administration of the City’s (Self-Insurance) Worker’s Compensation Funds, 23. Contract $1,115,000 thru FY 2027 with Axon Enterprise, Incorporated for Body Worn Cameras, Storage and Software, 24. Commission Reorganization creating Transportation and Infrastructure Commission combines the Transportation and Public Works Commissions, 25. Final Map of Tract 8621 1169 – 1173 Hearst 5 unit residential condominium project, 26. Peace and Justice Commission – Call for Immediate Ukraine Ceasefire, 27. Recommendation Council revise Resolution No. 69,917 regarding procurement, sales and service of sugar-sweetened beverages, 28. Hahn, co-sponsors Taplin, Bartlett, Harrison – Restoring and Improving Access to City of Berkeley Website and Archival Materials, 29. Robinson – Support for SB 1389 Low-Level Vehicle Infractions, ACTION: 30. FY 2023 and FY 2024 Proposed Budget Public Hearing #2, 31. Council comments on the FY 2023 and FY 2024 Proposed Biennial Budget and Capital Improvement Program, 32. Police Equipment & Community Safety Ordinance Impact Statements, Associated Equipment Policies and Annual Equipment Use Report, 33. Disaster and Fire Safety Commission - Parking Enforcement of Existing Parking Code in Fire Zones 2&3, 34. Harrison - Refer to the City Attorney and City Manager an Empty Homes Tax Ordinance for the November 8, 2022 Ballot – VACANCY TAX, 35. Harrison, co-sponsor Bartlett – Budget Referral – Establish a Pilot of Existing Home Electrification, INFORMATION REPORTS: 36. City Council Short Term Referral Process – Quarterly Update, 37. Results of general Obligation Bonds: $40,000,000 City of Berkeley 2022 Series B (2018 Measure O: Affordable Housing Federally taxable), 38. CM - Update on the Implementation of Fair & Impartial Policing Task Force, 39. City Auditor’s Office 2021 Peer Review Results.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
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LAND USE CALENDAR:
Public Hearing to be scheduled
1201 – 1205 San Pablo at ZAB Date TBD
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1643-47 California – new basement level and 2nd story
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with the End of the Appeal Period
Bad news on tracking approved projects in the appeal period. Samantha Updegrave, Zoning Officer, Principal Planner wrote the listing of projects in the appeal period can only be found by looking up each project individually through permits online by address or permit number https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/2022-03/Online-Building-Permits-Guide.pdf
The website with easy to find listing of projects in the appeal period was left on the “cutting room floor” another casualty of the conversion to the new City of Berkeley website.
Here is the old website link, Please ask for it to be restored item 28 on the June 14 Council agenda.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
WORKSESSIONS:
June 21 – Ballot Measure Development Discussion
July 19 – Fire Facilities Study Report
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Alameda County LAFCO Presentation
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Worth Noting:
To look for city sponsored events, like films in the park and check for meetings announced on short notice, use the new city website https://berkeleyca.gov/. This summary of meetings which is already long will only list city meetings and key community meetings/events. Key items are bolded and underlined.
Sunday, June 12th at 5 pm is the production of ROE at the Brower Center by the Actors Ensemble of Berkeley. The staged reading of ROE is free (thanks to donations), seating is limited, reservations are highly recommended. A second final reading of ROE is at the Marsh, June 16th at 7 pm.
Monday at 10 am the Council Committee on Health, Equity agenda items are the Fair workweek and re-entry employment and guaranteed income. At 2:30 pm the Agenda committee finalizes the agenda for the June 28th regular Council meeting at 6 pm – item 10 BerkDOT, 13. Add $1.900,000 to City cost of Diesel fuel note that a $1,000,000 request to install EV charging at the corporation yard for city vehicles is not included in the CM proposed budget, 28. Pilot of charging for parking in neighborhoods,
Tuesday City Council at 6 pm action items 30. Proposed biennial budget, 32. Police Equipment, 33. Parking enforcement in fire zones, 34. VACANCY TAX, 35. Home electrification pilot.
Wednesday Commission on Aging at 1:30, FITES meets on plastic ordinance at 2:30, and the Human Welfare & Community Action meets at 6:30 pm.
Thursday 6pm the Fair Campaign Practices & Open Government meets at 6 pm on election enforcement referrals. At 7 pm the DRC takes up 742 Grayson a manufacturing R&D with a 7-story 325 parking space garage and the last reading of ROE at the Marsh is at 7 pm. (
Sunday, June 19th at 11 am – 7 pm Juneteenth Festival at Adeline and Alcatraz
The schedule of the January 6th hearings for the coming week (in Pacific Time) and what will be covered – Monday, June 13 at 7 am PT will cover how Donald Trump and his advisors knew that he infact lost the election but still engaged in a massive effort to spread false and fraudulent information that the election was stolen, Wednesday, June 15 at 7 am PT will cover how Trump corruptly planned to replace the US Attorney General so the Justice Department would spread false stolen election claims, Thursday, June 16th at 10 am PT will focus on Trump’s efforts to pressure Pence to refuse to count electoral votes on January 6th..
Sunday, June 12, 2022
ROE at 5 pm at the David Brower Center Goldman Theater at 2150 Allston Way
Staged reading of ROE produced by Actors Ensemble of Berkeley performance of Roe by Lisa Loomer directed by Susannah Wood and organized by Carol Marasovic of the City of Berkeley Commission on the Status of Women
Admission is free - reservations are highly recommended,
https://www.aeofberkeley.org/productions/upcoming-shows/378-roe-by-lisa-loomer
donations to cover the production costs are welcome send to:
Berkeley Actors Ensemble / ROE, PO Box 663, Berkeley, CA 94701
Monday, June 13, 2022
City Council Health, Life Enrichment, Equity & Community Committee at 10 am (members Hahn, Kesawani, Bartlett)
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87917512317
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 879 1751 2317
AGENDA: Public comment non-agenda items, 2.a. Harrison submitted to Labor Commission in 2018 - Fair Workweek Ordinance – adopt first reading, b. Companion report from CM Williams Ridley – Lisa Warhuus – study it, analyze costs, 3. Taplin, co-sponsors Harrison, Hahn – Office of Racial Equity: Re-Entry Employment and Guaranteed Income Programs.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-health-life-enrichment-equity-community
Agenda and Rules Committee at 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82262362092
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 822 6236 2092
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 4/12/2022 draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda after list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournments in Memory, 5. Worksessions Schedule, 6. Referrals to Agenda Committee for Scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review: 8. COVID, 9. Return to In-person meetings, Unscheduled Items: 10. Discussion Regarding Design and Strengthening of Policy Committees, 11. Supporting Commissions, Guidance on Legislative Proposals.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
CITY COUNCIL CLOSED session 4:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88324327577
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 883 2432 7577
AGENDA: 1. Conference with Labor Negotiators, 2. Conference with Legal Counsel, existing litigation a. Ruegg & Ellsworth v. City of Berkeley, RG1890003
https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-closed-meeting-eagenda-june-13-2022
Tuesday, June 14, 2022
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83933192334
Teleconference: 1-699-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID:
AGENDA: use link and HTML to see agenda and document details, or go to end of this post for full agenda with key items highlighted in bold and underlined.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Wednesday, June 15, 2022
City Council Facilities, Infrastructure, Transportation, Environment & Sustainability Committee at 2:30 pm (members Harrison, Robinson, Taplin)
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82152744860
Teleconference: 1-699-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 821 5274 4860
AGENDA: Public comment non-agenda items, 2. Harrison & Hahn - Ordinance to regulate plastic bags at retail and food service establishments, 3. Energy Commission – Community outreach on proposed regulations for use of carryout and pre-checkout bags, 4. Harrison, co-sponsor Bartlett, Hahn - Ordinance establishing emergency GHG limits, process for updated Climate Action Pan, monitoring, evaluation, reporting and regional collaboration.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-facilities-infrastructure-transportation-environment-sustainability
Commission on Aging at 1:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87859343194
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 ID: 726 7423 9145
AGENDA: Presentation Older Adult Community Forum 2. Public comments on non-agenda items, Discussion/Action: 4. Letter to Council regarding Hopkins Corridor Project, 5. Letter to Council regarding Commission vacancies,
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-aging
Human Welfare & Community Action Commission at 6:30 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/4863098496
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 486 309 8496
AGENDA: 5. Single Audit Report, 6. Review of East Bay Community Law Center, 9. Subcommittee on Homelessness, 10. Alta Bates, 11l Easy Does it lapse in services, 12. Senior housing programs, 13. Discuss potential infrastructure and affordable housing bonds/taxes, 14. Possible site visit to Pathways facility.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/human-welfare-and-community-action-commission
Thursday, June 16, 2022
Design Review Committee at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83338876936 - corrected link
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 833 3887 6936
AGENDA: 742 Grayson – Majority Recommendations – Demolish two existing industrial buildings and construct a new four story 62’ tall manufacturing and research and development facility with 35,352 sq ft of ground floor manufacturing space and 7-story parking garage with 325 parking spaces.
2439 Durant – Preliminary Design Review – Demolish an existing 2-story commercial building and construct a new 7-story mixed-use building with 7,799 sq ft of commercial space, 22 residential units, a roof deck, and indoor bike parking space.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/design-review-committee
Fair Campaign Practices and Open Government Commission at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89363688641
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 893 6368 8641
AGENDA: 3. Public comment on subjects not on the agenda, 7. City Clerk Department enforcement referrals to the California Fair Political Practices Commission for discussion and possible action, a. Stephen Murphy for Council 2020, b. Todd Andrew for Council for 2020, c. Bahman Ahmadi for Rent Stabilization Board 2020, d. Soulmaz Panahi for Rent Board 2020, e. Wendy Saenz Hood Neufeld for Rent Board 2022, 11. Brown Act Training presentation.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/fair-campaign-practices-commission
ROE at 7 pm at the Marsh 2120 at Allston Way
Staged reading of ROE produced by Actors Ensemble of Berkeley performance of Roe by Lisa Loomer directed by Susannah Wood and organized by Carol Marasovic of the City of Berkeley Commission on the Status of Women
Admission is free - reservations are highly recommended,
https://www.aeofberkeley.org/productions/upcoming-shows/378-roe-by-lisa-loomer
donations to cover the production costs are welcome send to:
Berkeley Actors Ensemble / ROE, PO Box 663, Berkeley, CA 94701
Friday, June 17, 2022 & Saturday, June 18, 2022
No City meetings found check https://berkeleyca.gov/ for city sponsored events
Sunday, June 19, 2022
Sunday, June 19th at 11 am – 7 pm Juneteenth Festival at Adeline and Alcatraz
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AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE at 2:30 pm
DRAFT CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for JUNE 28, 2022
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82262362092
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 822 6236 2092
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
CONSENT: (CM items 1 – 20) 1. 2nd reading Ashby and North Berkeley BART Station zoning, EIR, MOA passed June 2, 2. Continuation COVID emergency, 3. Continuation boards and commissions to meet via videoconference, 4. Minutes, 5. Formal bid solicitations, $4,856,000, 6. FY 2023 Revision to investment policy confirms authority Director of Finance to make investments, 7. Approriations limit for FY 2023 $328,834, 462, 8. Revenue Grant MediCal $4,200,000 FY 2023 – 2025, 9. Amend contract add $200,000 total $6,375,185.82 with O.C. Jones & Sons, Inc for Berkeley Marina Roadway, 10. Accept Vision Zero Annual Report and direct CM to form coordinating committee to continue BerkDOT, 11. P.O. $400,000 to purchase two chipper trucks, 12. P.O. $165,000 to purchase one CASE Tractor Loader, 13. P.O. add $1,900,000 total $10,744,000 and extend term to 12/31/2023 with Diesel Direct West, Inc for Fuel for City Vehicles and Equipment (EV charging infrastructure for city vehicles at the corporation yard a - $1 million request for 2023 - is not included in the CM proposed budget for 2023 – 2024) 14. Contract $2,512,152 with Sposeto Engineering Inc. for FY 2022 Sidewalk Repair Project, 15. Amend Contract add $200,000 total $632,750 with Direct Line Tele Response for Citywide after-hours answering services and extend to 12/31/2024, 16. Amend Contract add $150,000 total $750,000 with Alta Planning and Design, Inc, for On-Call Transportation Planning Services, 17. Amend Contract add $150,000 total $650,000 with Community Design and Architecture for on-call transportation planning services, 18. Amend Contract add $200,000 total $650,000 with Clean Harbors, Inc for hazardous waste removal and disposal and extend to 6/30/2024, 19. Amend Contract add $150,000 total $423,534 with Don’s Tire Service, Inc for tire repair and replacement and extend to 6/30/2024, 20. Amend Contract with EBMUD CAP (Customer Assistance Program) expands 35% discount on sewer services for qualifying customers, 21. Mental Health Commission – appoint Mary-Lee Smith and Glenn Turner to Commission, 22. Taplin – Support AB 2156 prohibits ghost guns, 23. Taplin – Support AB 256 Racial Justice for All allows retroactive appeals of past convictions and sentences with racial bias, 24. Hahn Support AB 2408 and AB 2273 holding social media companies accountable, ACTION: 25. CM – Clean Stormwater Fee, 26. CM – Street Lighting Assessment, 27. CM- Transfer Station Rates, 28. CM – goBerkeley SmartSpace Pilot Program Implementation Recommendations 1. Adopt an Ordinance repealing and reenacting Berkeley Municipal Code Chapter 14.52 Parking Meters to enable demand-responsive paid parking for non-RPP permit holders in the 2700 blocks of Durant Avenue, Channing Way, and Haste Street and the 2300-2400 blocks of Piedmont Avenue (a portion of Residential Preferential Parking Program Area I) for the duration of the grant-funded goBerkeley SmartSpace pilot program, and allow payment via license plate entry pay stations (“pay-by-plate”) to improve convenience and enforcement; and 2. Adopt a Resolution approving the pilot proposals to be implemented and evaluated as part of the goBerkeley SmartSpace pilot program. 29. FY 2023 & 2024 Biennial Budget Adoption, 30. FY Annual Appropriations Ordinace $737,068,278 gross, $620,623,866, 31. Borrowing of Funds and the Sale and Issuance of FY 2022-23 Tax and Revenue Anticipation Notes, 32.a. Disaster and Fire Safety Commission – Request for Timely Fiscal Information on Measures FF and GG, b. CM companion report acknowledges need to provide accurate, timely and relevant information, 33. Disaster and Fire Safety Commission – recommendation to use Measure FF funds as intended by voters, 34. Arreguin - Suspension of Sister City Relations with Dmitrov, Russia and Ulan-Ude, Russia, 35. Taplin – Parking Minima for Mixed-Use Projects and Manufacturing Districts – reduces parking space requirements in manufacturing districts for mixed-use projects and changes off-street parking for manufacturing to a maximum, 36. Robinson, co-sponsors Taplin, Arreguin - Referral to CM – Keep Innovation in Berkeley, encourage R & D in Berkeley amends zoning, INFORMATION REPORTS: 37. Voluntary Time Off Program for FY 2023, 38. Annual Update on Wells Fargo, 39. FY 2022 2nd Quarter Investment Report, 40. FY 2022 3rd Quarter Investment Report, 41. HWCAC 2018-2023 Work Plan, 42. Annual Report LPC Actions, 43. Zero Waste Commission FY 2022-2023 Work Plan.
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6/14/2022 CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING AT 6 PM AGENDA
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83933192334
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 839 3319 2334
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
CONSENT: 1. 2nd reading contract with CalPERS, 2. 2nd reading Commission Reorganization merging the Homeless Commission into the Homeless Services Panel of Experts, 3. CM – Ballot Measure related to housing for persons of Low-Income, 4. $5000 Donation to Animal shelter from the U.C. Davis Koret Medicine Program, 5. Formal Bid Solicitations $270,000, 6. Temporary appropriations FY 2023 $50,000,000, 7. FY 2023 Tax Rate: Fund the Debt Service on the Street and Watershed Improvements General Obligation Bonds 0.0075% (Measure M, November 2012 Election), 8. FY 2023 Tax Rate: Fund Debt Service on Neighborhood Branch Library Improvements Project General Obligation bonds at 0.0058% (Measure FF, 2008 election) , 9. FY 2023 Tax Rate: Fund Debt service on 2015 Refunding general (Measures G, S, I) Obligation Bonds at 0.0130% (Measures G, S, &I), 10. FY Tax Rate: Fund the Debt Service on the (Measure O) Affordable Housing General Obligation Bonds 0.0200%, 11. FY 2023 Tax Rate: Business License Tax on Large Non-Profits Adopt 1st reading of Ordinance setting the FY 2023 tax rate for Business License Tax on large non-profits at $0.7573 per sq ft, 12. FY 2023 Tax Rate: Fund the Provision of Emergency Medical Services (Paramedic Tax) at $0.0433 per sq ft, 13. FY 2023 Tax Rate: Fund Firefighting, Emergency Medical Response and Wildfire Prevention $0.1126 (Measure FF), 14. FY 2023 Tax Rate: Fund the Maintenance of Parks, City Trees and Landscaping $0.2039 per sq ft, 15. FY 2023 Tax Rate: Fund the Debt Service on the Infrastructure and Facilities General Obligation Bonds 0.0160% (Measure T1, 2016 election), 16. FY 2023 Tax Rate: Fund Emergency Services for the Severely Disabled $0.01932 (Measure E), 17. FY 2023 Tax Rate Fire protection and emergency response and preparedness (Measure GG) at $0.05818 per sq ft of improvements for dwelling units and $0.08804 per sq ft for all other improvements, 18. FY 2023 Special Tax Rate for funding the Provision of Library Services, $0,2583 per sq ft dwellings and $0,3906 per sq ft industrial, commercial and industrial buildings, 19. Designate Line of Succession for the Director of Emergency Services, 20. St. Paul Terrace Housing Trust Fund Reservation $8,551,040 in Housing trust Funds for Community Housing Development Corporation’s St. Paul Terrace (2024 Ashby), 21. Classification and Salary: Senior Economic Development Project Coordinator monthly salary $11,219.88 to $13,775.00 effective 6/15/2022, 22. Contract Amendment $598,560 with Innovative Claim Solutions (ICS) for claims administration of the City’s (Self-Insurance) Worker’s Compensation Funds, 23. Contract $1,115,000 thru FY 2027 with Axon Enterprise, Incorporated for Body Worn Cameras, Storage and Software, 24. Commission Reorganization creating Transportation and Infrastructure Commission combines the Transportation and Public Works Commissions, 25. Final Map of Tract 8621 1169 – 1173 Hearst 5 unit residential condominium project, 26. Peace and Justice Commission – Call for Immediate Ukraine Ceasefire, 27. Recommendation Council revise Resolution No. 69,917 regarding procurement, sales and service of sugar-sweetened beverages, 28. Hahn, co-sponsors Taplin, Bartlett, Harrison – Restoring and Improving Access to City of Berkeley Website and Archival Materials, 29. Robinson – Support for SB 1389 Low-Level Vehicle Infractions, ACTION: 30. FY 2023 and FY 2024 Proposed Budget Public Hearing #2, 31. Council comments on the FY 2023 and FY 2024 Proposed Biennial Budget and Capital Improvement Program, 32. Police Equipment & Community Safety Ordinance Impact Statements, Associated Equipment Policies and Annual Equipment Use Report, 33. Disaster and Fire Safety Commission - Parking Enforcement of Existing Parking Code in Fire Zones 2&3, 34. Harrison - Refer to the City Attorney and City Manager an Empty Homes Tax Ordinance for the November 8, 2022 Ballot – VACANCY TAX, 35. Harrison, co-sponsor Bartlett – Budget Referral – Establish a Pilot of Existing Home Electrification, INFORMATION REPORTS: 36. City Council Short Term Referral Process – Quarterly Update, 37. Results of general Obligation Bonds: $40,000,000 City of Berkeley 2022 Series B (2018 Measure O: Affordable Housing Federally taxable), 38. CM - Update on the Implementation of Fair & Impartial Policing Task Force, 39. City Auditor’s Office 2021 Peer Review Results.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
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LAND USE CALENDAR:
Public Hearing to be scheduled
1201 – 1205 San Pablo at ZAB Date TBD
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1643-47 California – new basement level and 2nd story
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with the End of the Appeal Period
Bad news on tracking approved projects in the appeal period. Samantha Updegrave, Zoning Officer, Principal Planner wrote the listing of projects in the appeal period can only be found by looking up each project individually through permits online by address or permit number https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/2022-03/Online-Building-Permits-Guide.pdf
The website with easy to find listing of projects in the appeal period was left on the “cutting room floor” another casualty of the conversion to the new City of Berkeley website.
Here is the old website link, Please ask for it to be restored item 28 on the June 14 Council agenda.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
WORKSESSIONS:
June 21 – Ballot Measure Development Discussion
July 19 – Fire Facilities Study Report
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Alameda County LAFCO Presentation
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
June 5 - June 12, 2022
Worth Noting:
Monday morning at 10:30 am the Public Safety Committee will hear the City Manager’s request on Police Equipment, there are no documents attached revealing the content of the request. The entire nature of a request from the City Manager to a policy committee is highly unusual and has never happened previously at any council committee. This bears watching. P&J Commission meets at 7 pm.
Tuesday no meetings so we can finish turning in our ballots by 8 pm.
Wednesday evening all three meetings Homeless Commission, Parks, Recreation and Waterfront Commission and Police Accountability Board start at 7 pm. Homeless Commission will have Q &A on moving homeless to the Roadway Inn and shutting down homeless trailers/vehicles at 701 Harrison. The PAB will receive an update from the BPD on the mass shooting plot.
Thursday morning at 10 am the biennial budget for years 2023 & 2024 planning continues at the Budget Committee. The BART Board meeting starts at 9 am with Item 9.B. on agenda Authorize the Executive Decision Documents for the Ashby and North Berkeley BART developments.
Saturday the Berkeley Neighborhoods Council meets at 10 am.
Sunday at 5 pm is the production of ROE at the Brower Center by the Actors Ensemble of Berkeley. The staged reading of ROE is free (thanks to donations), seating is limited, reservations are highly recommended. A second final reading of ROE is at the Marsh, June 16th at 7 pm.
The June 14th City Council regular 6 pm meeting agenda is posted on the city website and included after the list of city meetings with key items highlighted and underlined.
Roe at The Marsh
Check https://berkeleyca.gov/ for late/short notice postings of city meetings
Monday, June 6 2022
City Council Public Safety Committee at 10:30 am (members Taplin, Kesawani, Wengraf)
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85976492058
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 859 7649 2058
AGENDA: from City Manager – Police Equipment (NO DOCUMENTS FROM CITY MANAGER INCLUDED IN POSTING FOR AGENDA ITEM) as of 3:27 pm June 3, 2022
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees
Peace and Justice Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81760862149
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 ID: 817 6086 2149
AGENDA: Commission Updates & Chair report, 6. Secretary’s report, Discussion/Action Items: 7. United Nations Global Goals and Human Rights Community Presentation, 8. Pass a Resolution Declaring the City of Berkeley’s Commitment to Abortion Rights, 9. Pass a resolution to endorse S. 1139 Selective Service Repeal Act of 2021, 10. Presentation and Discussion with Ms. Joemy Ito-Gates, BUSD K-12 Ethnic Studies Teacher, 11. Update and Discussion on Police Accountability, Reform, Reimagining and Budget process, 12. Pass Resolution in support of Peaceful Future, 13. Discuss Council support of African American Holistic Resource Center (AAHRC) in the Infrastructure and Affordable Housing Measure, 14. Work Plan.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/peace-and-justice-commission
Tuesday, June 7, 2022 – ELECTION DAY
TURN in BALLOTS before 8 pm
Wednesday, June 8, 2022
Homeless Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/96645301465
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 966 4530 1465
AGENDA Updates/Action Items: 5. Measure P recommendations, 6. Abode Services questions and answers on transition from People’s Park to Roadway Inn, Roadway Inn conditions, plans and programming for Roadway Inn residents, 7. Planned displacement of residents from trailers at 701 Harrison and housing and services to be provided, 8. Safe injection sites, 9. Staff report on movement of unhoused persons during COVID, 10. Pathways STAIR Center Data Report, 11. Data-driven approaches to functional zero, 12. Pathways STAIR Center ADA accessibility.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/homeless-commission
Parks, Recreation and Waterfront Commission (PRW) at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88615938134
Teleconference:1-669-900-6833 ID: 886 1593 8134
AGENDA: 5. Public Comment, 6. Chair’s Report, 7. Director’s Report Ferris, Discussion/Action: 8. City Proposed PRW Operations and CIP Budget, 9. Incorporate Marina Streets into Citywide 2050 Street Paving Plan, 10. Impact of future street improvements on Parks Tax Fund
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/parks-recreation-and-waterfront
Police Accountability Board (PAB) at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82237902987
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 822 3790 2987
AGENDA: 3. Public Comment on agenda and non-agenda items, 5. Chair and Board Member’s Report, Director PAB, 6. Director PAB report, 8. Subcommittee Reports, 9. Consider forming outreach and Lexipol subcommittees, 10. A. PAB role in selecting permanent Director, b. Proposed Equipment Impact Statements, Use Policies, Military Equipment Policy and Annual Use Report, c. Receive update from BPD regarding arrest of suspect in mass shooting plot, 11. Public Comment, CLOSED SESSION: Complaint #22. Click on arrow/carrot to access 228 page agenda packet.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
Thursday, June 9, 2022
City Council Budget & Finance Committee at 10 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85306172119
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 853 0617 2119
AGENDA: Public comment non-agenda items, 2. Discussion Proposed Biennial Budget & CIP Recommendations from CM, (BUDGET NOT POSTED – check later) 3. Fiscal Policies, 4. Energy Commission - Recommendation on Climate, Building Electrification and Sustainable Transportation Budget Priorities for FY 2023 & 2024, 5. Bartlett, co-sponsors Harrison, Taplin, Robinson - Budget Referral and Updated Guidelines and Procedures for City Council Office Expenditures,
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-budget-finance
BART Board at 9 am
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86077487448
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 860 7748 7448 *9 to raise your hand, *6 to unmute
AGENDA: 9 B. BART to Authorize Executive Decision Documents Ashby and North Berkeley BART Station Transit-Oriented Development (packet 331 pages)
https://bart.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx
Friday, June 10 2022 – City Reduced Service Day
Saturday, June 11, 2022
Berkeley Neighborhoods Council at 10 am
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81913698863?pwd=NFJjWlh2aDhtSjh1eG4yQUFkMzNmQT09
Teleconference: 1-253-215-8782 Meeting ID: 819 1369 8863 Passcode: 377919
AGENDA: not posted, check later in the week
https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/
Sunday, June 12, 2022
ROE at 5 pm at the David Brower Center Goldman Theater.
Produced by Actors Ensemble of Berkeley performance of Roe by Lisa Loomer directed by Susannah Wood and organized by Carol Marasovic of the City of Berkeley Commission on the Status of Women
Admission is free - reservations are highly recommended,
https://www.aeofberkeley.org/productions/upcoming-shows/378-roe-by-lisa-loomer
donations to cover the production costs are welcome send to:
Berkeley Actors Ensemble / ROE, PO Box 663, Berkeley, CA 94701
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6/14/2022 CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING AT 6 PM AGENDA
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83933192334
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 839 3319 2334
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
CONSENT: 1. 2nd reading contract with CalPERS, 2. 2nd reading Commission Reorganization merging the Homeless Commission into the Homeless Services Panel of Experts, 3. CM – Ballot Measure related to housing for persons of Low-Income, 4. $5000 Donation to Animal shelter from the U.C. Davis Koret Medicine Program, 5. Formal Bid Solicitations $270,000, 6. Temporary appropriations FY 2023 $50,000,000, 7. FY 2023 Tax Rate: Fund the Debt Service on the Street and Watershed Improvements General Obligation Bonds 0.0075% (Measure M, November 2012 Election), 8. FY 2023 Tax Rate: Fund Debt Service on Neighborhood Branch Library Improvements Project General Obligation bonds at 0.0058% (Measure FF, 2008 election) , 9. FY 2023 Tax Rate: Fund Debt service on 2015 Refunding general (Measures G, S, I) Obligation Bonds at 0.0130% (Measures G, S, &I), 10. FY Tax Rate: Fund the Debt Service on the (Measure O) Affordable Housing General Obligation Bonds 0.0200%, 11. FY 2023 Tax Rate: Business License Tax on Large Non-Profits Adopt 1st reading of Ordinance setting the FY 2023 tax rate for Business License Tax on large non-profits at $0.7573 per sq ft, 12. FY 2023 Tax Rate: Fund the Provision of Emergency Medical Services (Paramedic Tax) at $0.0433 per sq ft, 13. FY 2023 Tax Rate: Fund Firefighting, Emergency Medical Response and Wildfire Prevention $0.1126 (Measure FF), 14. FY 2023 Tax Rate: Fund the Maintenance of Parks, City Trees and Landscaping $0.2039 per sq ft, 15. FY 2023 Tax Rate: Fund the Debt Service on the Infrastructure and Facilities General Obligation Bonds 0.0160% (Measure T1, 2016 election), 16. FY 2023 Tax Rate: Fund Emergency Services for the Severely Disabled $0.01932 (Measure E), 17. FY 2023 Tax Rate Fire protection and emergency response and preparedness (Measure GG) at $0.05818 per sq ft of improvements for dwelling units and $0.08804 per sq ft for all other improvements, 18. FY 2023 Special Tax Rate for funding the Provision of Library Services, $0,2583 per sq ft dwellings and $0,3906 per sq ft industrial, commercial and industrial buildings, 19. Designate Line of Succession for the Director of Emergency Services, 20. St. Paul Terrace Housing Trust Fund Reservation $8,551,040 in Housing trust Funds for Community Housing Development Corporation’s St. Paul Terrace (2024 Ashby), 21. Classification and Salary: Senior Economic Development Project Coordinator monthly salary $11,219.88 to $13,775.00 effective 6/15/2022, 22. Contract Amendment $598,560 with Innovative Claim Solutions (ICS) for claims administration of the City’s (Self-Insurance) Worker’s Compensation Funds, 23. Contract $1,115,000 thru FY 2027 with Axon Enterprise, Incorporated for Body Worn Cameras, Storage and Software, 24. Commission Reorganization creating Transportation and Infrastructure Commission combines the Transportation and Public Works Commissions, 25. Final Map of Tract 8621 1169 – 1173 Hearst 5 unit residential condominium project, 26. Peace and Justice Commission – Call for Immediate Ukraine Ceasefire, 27. Recommendation Council revise Resolution No. 69,917 regarding procurement, sales and service of sugar-sweetened beverages, 28. Hahn, co-sponsors Taplin, Bartlett, Harrison – Restoring and Improving Access to City of Berkeley Website and Archival Materials, 29. Robinson – Support for SB 1389 Low-Level Vehicle Infractions, ACTION: 30. FY 2023 and FY 2024 Proposed Budget Public Hearing #2, 31. Council comments on the FY 2023 and FY 2024 Proposed Biennial Budget and Capital Improvement Program, 32. Police Equipment & Community Safety Ordinance Impact Statements, Associated Equipment Policies and Annual Equipment Use Report, 33. Disaster and Fire Safety Commission - Parking Enforcement of Existing Parking Code in Fire Zones 2&3, 34. Harrison - Refer to the City Attorney and City Manager an Empty Homes Tax Ordinance for the November 8, 2022 Ballot – VACANCY TAX, 35. Harrison, co-sponsor Bartlett – Budget Referral – Establish a Pilot of Existing Home Electrification, INFORMATION REPORTS: 36. City Council Short Term Referral Process – Quarterly Update, 37. Results of general Obligation Bonds: $40,000,000 City of Berkeley 2022 Series B (2018 Measure O: Affordable Housing Federally taxable), 38. CM - Update on the Implementation of Fair & Impartial Policing Task Force, 39. City Auditor’s Office 2021 Peer Review Results.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
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LAND USE CALENDAR:
Public Hearing to be scheduled
1201 – 1205 San Pablo at ZAB Date TBD
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1643-47 California – new basement level and 2nd story
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with the End of the Appeal Period
Bad news on tracking approved projects in the appeal period. Samantha Updegrave, Zoning Officer, Principal Planner wrote the listing of projects in the appeal period can only be found by looking up each project individually through permits online by address or permit number https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/2022-03/Online-Building-Permits-Guide.pdf
The website with easy to find listing of projects in the appeal period was left on the “cutting room floor” another casualty of the conversion to the new City of Berkeley website.
Here is the old website link, ask for it to be restored
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
WORKSESSIONS:
June 2 – Special Meeting – BART Development
June 21 – Ballot Measure Development Discussion
July 19 – Fire Facilities Study Report
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Alameda County LAFCO Presentation
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Worth Noting:
Monday morning at 10:30 am the Public Safety Committee will hear the City Manager’s request on Police Equipment, there are no documents attached revealing the content of the request. The entire nature of a request from the City Manager to a policy committee is highly unusual and has never happened previously at any council committee. This bears watching. P&J Commission meets at 7 pm.
Tuesday no meetings so we can finish turning in our ballots by 8 pm.
Wednesday evening all three meetings Homeless Commission, Parks, Recreation and Waterfront Commission and Police Accountability Board start at 7 pm. Homeless Commission will have Q &A on moving homeless to the Roadway Inn and shutting down homeless trailers/vehicles at 701 Harrison. The PAB will receive an update from the BPD on the mass shooting plot.
Thursday morning at 10 am the biennial budget for years 2023 & 2024 planning continues at the Budget Committee. The BART Board meeting starts at 9 am with Item 9.B. on agenda Authorize the Executive Decision Documents for the Ashby and North Berkeley BART developments.
Saturday the Berkeley Neighborhoods Council meets at 10 am.
Sunday at 5 pm is the production of ROE at the Brower Center by the Actors Ensemble of Berkeley. The staged reading of ROE is free (thanks to donations), seating is limited, reservations are highly recommended. A second final reading of ROE is at the Marsh, June 16th at 7 pm.
The June 14th City Council regular 6 pm meeting agenda is posted on the city website and included after the list of city meetings with key items highlighted and underlined.
Roe at The Marsh
Check https://berkeleyca.gov/ for late/short notice postings of city meetings
Monday, June 6 2022
City Council Public Safety Committee at 10:30 am (members Taplin, Kesawani, Wengraf)
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85976492058
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 859 7649 2058
AGENDA: from City Manager – Police Equipment (NO DOCUMENTS FROM CITY MANAGER INCLUDED IN POSTING FOR AGENDA ITEM) as of 3:27 pm June 3, 2022
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees
Peace and Justice Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81760862149
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 ID: 817 6086 2149
AGENDA: Commission Updates & Chair report, 6. Secretary’s report, Discussion/Action Items: 7. United Nations Global Goals and Human Rights Community Presentation, 8. Pass a Resolution Declaring the City of Berkeley’s Commitment to Abortion Rights, 9. Pass a resolution to endorse S. 1139 Selective Service Repeal Act of 2021, 10. Presentation and Discussion with Ms. Joemy Ito-Gates, BUSD K-12 Ethnic Studies Teacher, 11. Update and Discussion on Police Accountability, Reform, Reimagining and Budget process, 12. Pass Resolution in support of Peaceful Future, 13. Discuss Council support of African American Holistic Resource Center (AAHRC) in the Infrastructure and Affordable Housing Measure, 14. Work Plan.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/peace-and-justice-commission
Tuesday, June 7, 2022 – ELECTION DAY
TURN in BALLOTS before 8 pm
Wednesday, June 8, 2022
Homeless Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/96645301465
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 966 4530 1465
AGENDA Updates/Action Items: 5. Measure P recommendations, 6. Abode Services questions and answers on transition from People’s Park to Roadway Inn, Roadway Inn conditions, plans and programming for Roadway Inn residents, 7. Planned displacement of residents from trailers at 701 Harrison and housing and services to be provided, 8. Safe injection sites, 9. Staff report on movement of unhoused persons during COVID, 10. Pathways STAIR Center Data Report, 11. Data-driven approaches to functional zero, 12. Pathways STAIR Center ADA accessibility.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/homeless-commission
Parks, Recreation and Waterfront Commission (PRW) at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88615938134
Teleconference:1-669-900-6833 ID: 886 1593 8134
AGENDA: 5. Public Comment, 6. Chair’s Report, 7. Director’s Report Ferris, Discussion/Action: 8. City Proposed PRW Operations and CIP Budget, 9. Incorporate Marina Streets into Citywide 2050 Street Paving Plan, 10. Impact of future street improvements on Parks Tax Fund
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/parks-recreation-and-waterfront
Police Accountability Board (PAB) at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82237902987
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 822 3790 2987
AGENDA: 3. Public Comment on agenda and non-agenda items, 5. Chair and Board Member’s Report, Director PAB, 6. Director PAB report, 8. Subcommittee Reports, 9. Consider forming outreach and Lexipol subcommittees, 10. A. PAB role in selecting permanent Director, b. Proposed Equipment Impact Statements, Use Policies, Military Equipment Policy and Annual Use Report, c. Receive update from BPD regarding arrest of suspect in mass shooting plot, 11. Public Comment, CLOSED SESSION: Complaint #22. Click on arrow/carrot to access 228 page agenda packet.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
Thursday, June 9, 2022
City Council Budget & Finance Committee at 10 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85306172119
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 853 0617 2119
AGENDA: Public comment non-agenda items, 2. Discussion Proposed Biennial Budget & CIP Recommendations from CM, (BUDGET NOT POSTED – check later) 3. Fiscal Policies, 4. Energy Commission - Recommendation on Climate, Building Electrification and Sustainable Transportation Budget Priorities for FY 2023 & 2024, 5. Bartlett, co-sponsors Harrison, Taplin, Robinson - Budget Referral and Updated Guidelines and Procedures for City Council Office Expenditures,
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-budget-finance
BART Board at 9 am
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86077487448
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 860 7748 7448 *9 to raise your hand, *6 to unmute
AGENDA: 9 B. BART to Authorize Executive Decision Documents Ashby and North Berkeley BART Station Transit-Oriented Development (packet 331 pages)
https://bart.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx
Friday, June 10 2022 – City Reduced Service Day
Saturday, June 11, 2022
Berkeley Neighborhoods Council at 10 am
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81913698863?pwd=NFJjWlh2aDhtSjh1eG4yQUFkMzNmQT09
Teleconference: 1-253-215-8782 Meeting ID: 819 1369 8863 Passcode: 377919
AGENDA: not posted, check later in the week
https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/
Sunday, June 12, 2022
ROE at 5 pm at the David Brower Center Goldman Theater.
Produced by Actors Ensemble of Berkeley performance of Roe by Lisa Loomer directed by Susannah Wood and organized by Carol Marasovic of the City of Berkeley Commission on the Status of Women
Admission is free - reservations are highly recommended,
https://www.aeofberkeley.org/productions/upcoming-shows/378-roe-by-lisa-loomer
donations to cover the production costs are welcome send to:
Berkeley Actors Ensemble / ROE, PO Box 663, Berkeley, CA 94701
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6/14/2022 CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING AT 6 PM AGENDA
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83933192334
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 839 3319 2334
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
CONSENT: 1. 2nd reading contract with CalPERS, 2. 2nd reading Commission Reorganization merging the Homeless Commission into the Homeless Services Panel of Experts, 3. CM – Ballot Measure related to housing for persons of Low-Income, 4. $5000 Donation to Animal shelter from the U.C. Davis Koret Medicine Program, 5. Formal Bid Solicitations $270,000, 6. Temporary appropriations FY 2023 $50,000,000, 7. FY 2023 Tax Rate: Fund the Debt Service on the Street and Watershed Improvements General Obligation Bonds 0.0075% (Measure M, November 2012 Election), 8. FY 2023 Tax Rate: Fund Debt Service on Neighborhood Branch Library Improvements Project General Obligation bonds at 0.0058% (Measure FF, 2008 election) , 9. FY 2023 Tax Rate: Fund Debt service on 2015 Refunding general (Measures G, S, I) Obligation Bonds at 0.0130% (Measures G, S, &I), 10. FY Tax Rate: Fund the Debt Service on the (Measure O) Affordable Housing General Obligation Bonds 0.0200%, 11. FY 2023 Tax Rate: Business License Tax on Large Non-Profits Adopt 1st reading of Ordinance setting the FY 2023 tax rate for Business License Tax on large non-profits at $0.7573 per sq ft, 12. FY 2023 Tax Rate: Fund the Provision of Emergency Medical Services (Paramedic Tax) at $0.0433 per sq ft, 13. FY 2023 Tax Rate: Fund Firefighting, Emergency Medical Response and Wildfire Prevention $0.1126 (Measure FF), 14. FY 2023 Tax Rate: Fund the Maintenance of Parks, City Trees and Landscaping $0.2039 per sq ft, 15. FY 2023 Tax Rate: Fund the Debt Service on the Infrastructure and Facilities General Obligation Bonds 0.0160% (Measure T1, 2016 election), 16. FY 2023 Tax Rate: Fund Emergency Services for the Severely Disabled $0.01932 (Measure E), 17. FY 2023 Tax Rate Fire protection and emergency response and preparedness (Measure GG) at $0.05818 per sq ft of improvements for dwelling units and $0.08804 per sq ft for all other improvements, 18. FY 2023 Special Tax Rate for funding the Provision of Library Services, $0,2583 per sq ft dwellings and $0,3906 per sq ft industrial, commercial and industrial buildings, 19. Designate Line of Succession for the Director of Emergency Services, 20. St. Paul Terrace Housing Trust Fund Reservation $8,551,040 in Housing trust Funds for Community Housing Development Corporation’s St. Paul Terrace (2024 Ashby), 21. Classification and Salary: Senior Economic Development Project Coordinator monthly salary $11,219.88 to $13,775.00 effective 6/15/2022, 22. Contract Amendment $598,560 with Innovative Claim Solutions (ICS) for claims administration of the City’s (Self-Insurance) Worker’s Compensation Funds, 23. Contract $1,115,000 thru FY 2027 with Axon Enterprise, Incorporated for Body Worn Cameras, Storage and Software, 24. Commission Reorganization creating Transportation and Infrastructure Commission combines the Transportation and Public Works Commissions, 25. Final Map of Tract 8621 1169 – 1173 Hearst 5 unit residential condominium project, 26. Peace and Justice Commission – Call for Immediate Ukraine Ceasefire, 27. Recommendation Council revise Resolution No. 69,917 regarding procurement, sales and service of sugar-sweetened beverages, 28. Hahn, co-sponsors Taplin, Bartlett, Harrison – Restoring and Improving Access to City of Berkeley Website and Archival Materials, 29. Robinson – Support for SB 1389 Low-Level Vehicle Infractions, ACTION: 30. FY 2023 and FY 2024 Proposed Budget Public Hearing #2, 31. Council comments on the FY 2023 and FY 2024 Proposed Biennial Budget and Capital Improvement Program, 32. Police Equipment & Community Safety Ordinance Impact Statements, Associated Equipment Policies and Annual Equipment Use Report, 33. Disaster and Fire Safety Commission - Parking Enforcement of Existing Parking Code in Fire Zones 2&3, 34. Harrison - Refer to the City Attorney and City Manager an Empty Homes Tax Ordinance for the November 8, 2022 Ballot – VACANCY TAX, 35. Harrison, co-sponsor Bartlett – Budget Referral – Establish a Pilot of Existing Home Electrification, INFORMATION REPORTS: 36. City Council Short Term Referral Process – Quarterly Update, 37. Results of general Obligation Bonds: $40,000,000 City of Berkeley 2022 Series B (2018 Measure O: Affordable Housing Federally taxable), 38. CM - Update on the Implementation of Fair & Impartial Policing Task Force, 39. City Auditor’s Office 2021 Peer Review Results.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
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LAND USE CALENDAR:
Public Hearing to be scheduled
1201 – 1205 San Pablo at ZAB Date TBD
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1643-47 California – new basement level and 2nd story
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with the End of the Appeal Period
Bad news on tracking approved projects in the appeal period. Samantha Updegrave, Zoning Officer, Principal Planner wrote the listing of projects in the appeal period can only be found by looking up each project individually through permits online by address or permit number https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/2022-03/Online-Building-Permits-Guide.pdf
The website with easy to find listing of projects in the appeal period was left on the “cutting room floor” another casualty of the conversion to the new City of Berkeley website.
Here is the old website link, ask for it to be restored
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
WORKSESSIONS:
June 2 – Special Meeting – BART Development
June 21 – Ballot Measure Development Discussion
July 19 – Fire Facilities Study Report
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Alameda County LAFCO Presentation
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
May 29, 2022 - June 5, 2022
Worth Noting – Big Week Ahead after Monday off for Memorial Day Holiday:
Tuesday morning at 11 am the Police Accountability Board (PAB) subcommittee will continue work on police equipment policies and reporting. Tuesday evening is City Council the budget and with more budget referrals on the agenda.
Wednesday evening at 7 pm the Planning Commission will have a presentation on standards for middle size multi-unit housing. These are duplexes to eight plus units in projects up to three stories in height. The size of the packet is misleading as there is a lot to absorb in the 16 pages on middle housing.
Thursday at 6 pm is the special City Council meeting on the Ashby and North Berkeley BART housing projects. Be prepared for a long night as the two opposing sides make their case, the build it tall 12 stories to twenty stories or more and the build it moderate size 7 stories with lots of affordable housing. The Planning Department staff recommended 7 stories as did the Community Advisory Group (CAG).
Bad news on tracking approved projects in the appeal period. Samantha Updegrave, Zoning Officer, Principal Planner wrote the listing of projects in the appeal period can only be found by looking up each project individually through permits online by address or permit number https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/2022-03/Online-Building-Permits-Guide.pdf
Tuesday, May 31, 2022
Solano Avenue Business Improvement District Advisory Board at 9 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86475480085
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 ID: 864 7548 0085
AGENDA: 4. Update on Projects / Goals for 2022 – overview, banners, flower baskets, landscaping
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/solano-avenue-business-improvement-district-advisory-board
Police Accountability Board Controlled Equipment Use & Reporting Subcommittee at 11 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83842714327
Teleconference:1-669-900-6833 ID: 838 4271 4327
AGENDA: 5. Continue to develop plan for addressing Community Safety Ordinance Impact Statements, Associated Equipment Policies, Annual Equipment Use Report and Military Equipment Policy 709. (packet 129 pages)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
Agenda and Rules Committee at 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89809254894
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 898 0925 4894
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and agenda items 1 – 7.
1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 6/14/2022 draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda after list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournments in Memory, 5. Worksessions Schedule, 6. Referrals to Agenda Committee for Scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review: 8. COVID, 9. Return to In-person meetings, Unscheduled Items: 10. Discussion Regarding Design and Strengthening of Policy Committees, 11. Supporting Commissions, Guidance on Legislative Proposals, Unfinished Business for Scheduling: Surveillance Technology and Acquisition Report and Surveillance use Policy for Automatic License Plate Readers (ALPR).
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING at 6 pm
Hybrid Meeting: In-person or virtual
In-person at 1231 Addison, School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88127787306
Teleconference: 1-699-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 881 2778 7306
AGENDA: use link and HTML to see agenda and document details, go to end of this post for full agenda with key items highlighted in bold and underlined.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Wednesday, June 1, 2022
City Council Facilities, Infrastructure, Transportation, Environment & Sustainability Committee at 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86132853741
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) ID: 861 3285 3741
AGENDA: Public comment non-agenda matters, 2. Harrison, Hahn - Ordinance to Regulate Plastic Bags at Retail and Food Services Establishments, 3. Energy Commission – Community Outreach and Education events on Proposed Regulations for the Use of Carryout and Pre-checkout Bags, 4. Taplin – Regulation of autonomous Vehicles, 5. Harrison, co-sponsors Barlett, Hahn, Ordinance Establishing GHG limits, Process for Climate Action Plan Monitoring, Evaluation, Reporting and Regional Collaboration, 6. Taplin, co-sponsors Bartlett, Hahn, Equitable Safe Streets and Climate Justice Resolution (resolution pages 183 - 209)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-facilities-infrastructure-transportation-environment-sustainability
Board of Library Trustees (BOLT) CLOSED at 5:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86042306505
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 ID: 860 4230 6505
AGENDA: Employee performance evaluation of Director of Library Services
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
Board of Library Trustees (BOLT) Regular Meeting at 6:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86042306505
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 ID: 860 4230 6505
AGENDA: II.C. Revision of the Tool Lending Specialist Classification with 4% Salary Increase, III.A. Revised Bulletin Board and Free Printed Policy.
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
Commission on Disability web post states start at 5:30 pm on June 1, 2022
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87196261280?pwd=Tk1DbTBKVVZidzB1NHdZV2VyL2lmQT09
AGENDA: there is no agenda posted with the date of June 1, documents are dated as May 18, 2022
Check website for corrections.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-disability
Community Health Commission Entheogenic Plants Subcommittee at 12 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89355925285?pwd=QS96Q04zb0phZWNSdUVobEJ6Y21kdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 893 5592 5285 Passcode: 742735
AGENDA: Develop workplan and assign tasks
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/community-health-commission
Homeless Services Panel of Experts at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/92491365323
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 924 9136 5323
AGENDA: 7. Discussion and approval of report to be submitted to Council for June 22 budget, 8. Discussion of what Homeless Services Panel of Experts needs from staff to make fully informed budget recommendations moving forward.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/homeless-services-panel-experts
Planning Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83098891817
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 830 9889 1817
AGENDA: 3. Public comment non-agenda items, 4. Staff Report including future items, 5. Chair Report, 6. Committee Reports, ACTION: 9. Objective Standards for Middle Housing presentation and feedback, 10. Commission 2022 – 2023 Workplan (workplan is not published in agenda packet)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/planning-commission
Thursday, June 2, 2022
CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING on BART PROJECTS at 6 pm
Hybrid Meeting: In-person or videoconference
In-person at 1231 Addison, School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86518584336
Teleconference: 1-699-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 865 1858 4336
AGENDA: One agenda item 1. Ashby and North Berkeley BART Station areas: Proposed Zoning and general Plan amendments, City and BART Joint Vision and Priorities, Associated Environmental Review Documents and City and BART Memorandum of agreement
use link and HTML to see agenda and document details, (packet 130 pages, supplemental Memorandum of Agreement 25 pages)
https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-special-meeting-eagenda-june-2-2022
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Ashby and North Berkeley BART Station Planning webpage
https://berkeleyca.gov/construction-development/land-use-development/general-plan-and-area-plans/ashby-and-north-berkeley
Community Health Commission Cannabis Subcommittee at 11 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89355925285?pwd=QS96Q04zb0phZWNSdUVobEJ6Y21kdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 893 5592 5285 Passcode: 742735
AGENDA: Discuss work plan objectives
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/community-health-commission
Landmarks Preservation Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86708915133
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 867 0891 5133
AGENDA: 5. 2200 block of Piedmont Ave – Olmsted landscape design – Structural Alteration Permit
6. 1650 Shattuck – Demolition referral
7. 2733 Buena Vista Way – structural alteration Permit
8. 2065 Kittredge – Structural Alteration Permit (Shattuck Cinemas)
9. 742 Grayson – demolition Referral
10. 1820 – 8128 San Pablo @ Hearst – Demolition Referral (Albatross Pub)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/landmarks-preservation-commission
Water Emergency Transportation Authority (WETA) at 1 pm
Hybrid meeting in-person or virtual
In-person: 670 W Hornet Ave, Alameda, CA 94501
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89718217408
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 897 1821 7408 Passcode: 33779
AGENDA: 3. Report Chair, 4. Reports of Directors, 5. Reports Staff a. San Francisco Bay Ferry Marketing Update, Emergency Response Update, MV Dorado Event, b. Monthly Review of Financial Statements, c. Federal Legislative Update, d. State Legislative Update, e. Monthly Ridership and Recovery Report, 7. FY 2023 Budget and Salary Schedule includes Berkeley, 8. Authorize Actions to receive funding to support FY 2023 operating and capital budget, 9. Approve disadvantaged business enterprise goals for FY 2023 – 2025,
https://weta.sanfranciscobayferry.com/next-board-meeting
Friday, June 3, 2022 & Saturday, June 4, 2022 & Sunday, March June 5, 2022
No city meetings found check https://berkeleyca.gov/ for late announcements
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Agenda and Rules Committee at 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89809254894
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 898 0925 4894
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
6/14/2022 DRAFT AGENDA:
CONSENT: 1. 2nd reading contract with CalPERS, 2. CM – Ballot Measure related to housing for persons of Low-Income, 3. $5000 Donation to Animal shelter from the U.C. Davis Koret Medicine Program, 4. Formal Bid Solicitations $270,000, 5. Temporary appropriations FY 2023 $50,000,000, 6. FY 2023 Tax Rate: Fund the Debt Service on the Street and Watershed Improvements General Obligation Bonds 0.0075% (Measure M, November 2012 Election), 7. FY 2023 Tax Rate: Fund Debt Service on Neighborhood Branch Library Improvements Project General Obligation bonds at 0.0058% (Measure FF, 2008 election) , 8. FY 2023 Tax Rate: Fund Debt service on 2015 Refunding general Obligation Bonds at 0.0130% (Measures G, S, &I), 9. FY Tax Rate: Fund the Debt Service on the Affordable Housing General Obligation Bonds 0.0200%, 10. FY 2023 Tax Rate: Business License Tax on Large Non-Profits Adopt 1st reading of Ordinance setting the FY 2023 tax rate for Business License Tax on large non-profits at $0.7573 per sq ft, 11. FY 2023 Tax Rate: Fund the Provision of Emergency Medical Services (Paramedic Tax) at $0.0433 per sq ft, 12. FY 2023 Tax Rate: Fund Firefighting, Emergency Medical Response and Wildfire Prevention $0.1126 (Measure FF), 13. FY 2023 Tax Rate: Fund the Maintenance of Parks, City Trees and Landscaping $0.2039 per sq ft, 14. FY 2023 Tax Rate: Fund the Debt Service on the Infrastructure and Facilities General Obligation Bonds 0.0160% (Measure T1, 2016 election), 15. FY 2023 Tax Rate: Fund Emergency Services for the Severely Disabled $0.01932 (Measure E), 16. Designate Line of Succession for the Director of Emergency Services, 17. St. Paul Terrace Housing Trust Fund Reservation $8,551,040 in Housing trust Funds for Community Housing Development Corporation’s St. Paul Terrace (2024 Ashby), 18. Classification and Salary: Senior Economic Development Project Coordinator monthly salary $11,219.88 to $13,775.00 effective 6/15/2022, 19. Contract Amendment $598,560 with Innovative Claim Solutions (ICS) for claims administration of the City’s (Self-Insurance) Worker’s Compensation Funds, 20. Contract $1,115,000 thru FY 2027 with Axon Enterprise, Incorporated for Body Worn Cameras, Storage and Software, 21. Commission Reorganization creating Transportation and Infrastructure Commission combines the Transportation and Public Works Commissions, 22. Final Map of Tract 8621 1169 – 1173 Hearst 5 unit residential condominium project, 23. Peace and Justice Commission – Call for Immediate Ukraine Ceasefire, 24. Robinson – Support for SB 1389 Low-Level Vehicle Infractions, ACTION: 25. FY 2023 and FY 2024 Proposed Budget Public Hearing #2, 26. Police Equipment & Community Safety Ordinance Impact Statements, Associated Equipment Policies and Annual Equipment Use Report, 27. Disaster and Fire Safety Commission - Parking Enforcement of Existing Parking Code in Fire Zones 2&3, 28. Recommendation Council revise Resolution No. 69,917 regarding procurement, sales and service of sugar-sweetened beverages, INFORMATION REPORTS: 29. City Council Short Term Referral Process – Quarterly Update, 30. Results of general Obligation Bonds: $40,000,000 City of Berkeley 2022 Series B (2018 Measure O: Affordable Housing Federally taxable), 31. CM - Update on the Implementation of Fair & Impartial Policing Task Force, 32. City Auditor’s Office 2021 Peer Review Results.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
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CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING at 6 pm
Hybrid Meeting: In-person or videoconference
In-person at 1231 Addison, School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88127787306
Teleconference: 1-699-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 881 2778 7306
AGENDA: use link and HTML to see agenda with document details,
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CONSENT: 1. Resolution to continue legislative bodies to meet via videoconference, 2. Minutes, 3. Resolution Supporting Sale of 3404 King and transfer of the Turning Point transitional housing program for homeless youth from Fred Finch Youth Center to Larkin Street Youth Services, 4. Commission Reorganization - Homeless Panel of Experts to add functions of Homeless Commission, 5. Assessments Berkeley Tourism Business Improvement District, 6. Assessments Downtown Business Improvement District, 7. Assessments North Shattuck Business Improvement District, 8. Assessments Telegraph Business Improvement District, 9. $535,000 formal Bid Solicitations, 10. Resolution providing notice Council will adopt an appropriations limit on June 28, 2022 for FY 2023, amount limit will be available for review in the City Clerk’s Office on or before June 13, 11. Revenue Grant Agreements for 2023 1. Foster Care Program $93,187, 2. BHS and Berkeley Tech $181,208, 3. School Linked Health Services $200,011, 4. Tobacco Prevention $78,960, 12. Revenue Grant $32,080 for Public Health Infrastructure Program, 13. Revenue Grant $120,000 for Essential Access Health 4/1/2022 to 3/30/2023, 14. Revenue Grants FY 2023 1. CHDP and EPSDT for children in foster care $358,309, 2. MCAH $381,147, 3. Tobacco Trust Fund $300,000, 4. Immunization Program $1,185,901,5. Public Health Emergency Preparedness (PHEP) $265,000, 15. Revenue Grant TB control Program $14,000, 16. Contract $135,000 with Interior Motions for new furniture for Public Health Division offices 4/1/2022 – 12/30/2022, 17. Transfer CA Mental Health Student Services Act Grant Funds $2,267,355 to BUSD for coordination and provision of Mental Health Services, 18. Approve Proposed Projects anticipated to be paid for by State’s Road Maintenance and Rehabilitation Account for FY 2023, 19. Berkeley Strategic Transportation Plan Update and Grant Application opportunities, 20. Declaration of Intent – FY 2023 Street Lighting Assessments, 21. Contract $428,950 with Nema Construction for FY 2022 Street Light Maintenance Project, 22. Contract $21,551,718 with Zanker Recycling for Construction and Demolition Materials Hauling, Sorting and Marketing Services, 5 yr term July 1, 2022 – 6/30/2027 with option to extend for two 5 year periods, 23. Amend contract add $500,000 total $1,640,000 with TK Elevator for Elevator Maintenance and Repair Services, 24. Amend contract add $50,000 total $130,000 with MSR Mechanical LLC to on-call heating, ventilation and air conditioning services, 25. Amend contract add $400,000 total $1,675,304 and extend to 12/31/2023 with Downtown Streets Team for expanded services, 26. Amend contract add $250,000 total $2,725,200 with CF Contracting for Sacramento Complete Streets Improvements Project, 27. Purchase Order $345,188 Pape Machinery, Inc for completed rebuild and repair of Zero Waste Division’s John Deere Wheel Loader, 28. Civic Arts Commission - authorization request for additional meeting in 2022, 29. Civic Arts Commission – Increase budget allocation by$41,685 total $200,000 for Festival Grants Program, 30. Arreguin, co-sponsors Robinson, Hahn, Harrison - Budget referral $1,000,000 from ARPA to launch a needs-based grant program for Berkeley based small businesses (under 50 employees)to provide supplemental assistance to cover outstanding commercial rent debt and legal assistance, 31. Taplin – Budget referral $1,000,000 for Ceasefire Program staffing, 32. Harrison co-sponsor Hahn – Budget referral $350,000 for Mental Health and Wellness Support and Services Coordinator for Berkeley High Health Center, 33. Harrison – Budget referral $104,863 for additional HHCS Community Development Project Coordinator Position to assist with enforcement of existing and prospective labor laws and regulations, 34. Wengraf, co-sponsor Taplin, Hahn – Support SB-1076 Lead-based paint – to reduce lead poisoning, 35. Robinson, co-sponsor-Harrison, Hahn - $25,000 purchase electric bicycles for City use. ACTION: 36. CM- Establish published charges Mental Health Clinical Services, 37. CM- Discussion Vision 2050 Ballot Measure for November 2022, 38. Comments on FY 2023 – 2024 biennial Budget and Capital Improvement Program, 39. Harrison – Refer to FITES strategies and recommendations to ensure infrastructure bond expenditure consistent with climate action goals – expect to be moved to consent at meeting, INFORMATION REPORTS: 40. Referral Response: Further Supporting Worker Cooperatives, 41. On-Call Energy Efficiency Services Contracts through On-Bill Financing
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LAND USE CALENDAR:
Public Hearing to be scheduled
1201 – 1205 San Pablo at ZAB Date TBD
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1643-47 California – new basement level and 2nd story
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with the End of the Appeal Period
Bad news on tracking approved projects in the appeal period. Samantha Updegrave, Zoning Officer, Principal Planner wrote the listing of projects in the appeal period can only be found by looking up each project individually through permits online by address or permit number https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/2022-03/Online-Building-Permits-Guide.pdf
The website with easy to find listing of projects in the appeal period was left on the “cutting room floor” another casualty of the conversion to the new City of Berkeley website.
Here is the old website link, ask for it to be restored
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
WORKSESSIONS:
June 2 – Special Meeting – BART Development
June 21 – Ballot Measure Development Discussion
July 19 – Fire Facilities Study Report
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Alameda County LAFCO Presentation
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Worth Noting – Big Week Ahead after Monday off for Memorial Day Holiday:
Tuesday morning at 11 am the Police Accountability Board (PAB) subcommittee will continue work on police equipment policies and reporting. Tuesday evening is City Council the budget and with more budget referrals on the agenda.
Wednesday evening at 7 pm the Planning Commission will have a presentation on standards for middle size multi-unit housing. These are duplexes to eight plus units in projects up to three stories in height. The size of the packet is misleading as there is a lot to absorb in the 16 pages on middle housing.
Thursday at 6 pm is the special City Council meeting on the Ashby and North Berkeley BART housing projects. Be prepared for a long night as the two opposing sides make their case, the build it tall 12 stories to twenty stories or more and the build it moderate size 7 stories with lots of affordable housing. The Planning Department staff recommended 7 stories as did the Community Advisory Group (CAG).
Bad news on tracking approved projects in the appeal period. Samantha Updegrave, Zoning Officer, Principal Planner wrote the listing of projects in the appeal period can only be found by looking up each project individually through permits online by address or permit number https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/2022-03/Online-Building-Permits-Guide.pdf
Tuesday, May 31, 2022
Solano Avenue Business Improvement District Advisory Board at 9 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86475480085
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 ID: 864 7548 0085
AGENDA: 4. Update on Projects / Goals for 2022 – overview, banners, flower baskets, landscaping
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/solano-avenue-business-improvement-district-advisory-board
Police Accountability Board Controlled Equipment Use & Reporting Subcommittee at 11 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83842714327
Teleconference:1-669-900-6833 ID: 838 4271 4327
AGENDA: 5. Continue to develop plan for addressing Community Safety Ordinance Impact Statements, Associated Equipment Policies, Annual Equipment Use Report and Military Equipment Policy 709. (packet 129 pages)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
Agenda and Rules Committee at 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89809254894
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 898 0925 4894
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and agenda items 1 – 7.
1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 6/14/2022 draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda after list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournments in Memory, 5. Worksessions Schedule, 6. Referrals to Agenda Committee for Scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review: 8. COVID, 9. Return to In-person meetings, Unscheduled Items: 10. Discussion Regarding Design and Strengthening of Policy Committees, 11. Supporting Commissions, Guidance on Legislative Proposals, Unfinished Business for Scheduling: Surveillance Technology and Acquisition Report and Surveillance use Policy for Automatic License Plate Readers (ALPR).
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING at 6 pm
Hybrid Meeting: In-person or virtual
In-person at 1231 Addison, School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88127787306
Teleconference: 1-699-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 881 2778 7306
AGENDA: use link and HTML to see agenda and document details, go to end of this post for full agenda with key items highlighted in bold and underlined.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Wednesday, June 1, 2022
City Council Facilities, Infrastructure, Transportation, Environment & Sustainability Committee at 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86132853741
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) ID: 861 3285 3741
AGENDA: Public comment non-agenda matters, 2. Harrison, Hahn - Ordinance to Regulate Plastic Bags at Retail and Food Services Establishments, 3. Energy Commission – Community Outreach and Education events on Proposed Regulations for the Use of Carryout and Pre-checkout Bags, 4. Taplin – Regulation of autonomous Vehicles, 5. Harrison, co-sponsors Barlett, Hahn, Ordinance Establishing GHG limits, Process for Climate Action Plan Monitoring, Evaluation, Reporting and Regional Collaboration, 6. Taplin, co-sponsors Bartlett, Hahn, Equitable Safe Streets and Climate Justice Resolution (resolution pages 183 - 209)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-facilities-infrastructure-transportation-environment-sustainability
Board of Library Trustees (BOLT) CLOSED at 5:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86042306505
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 ID: 860 4230 6505
AGENDA: Employee performance evaluation of Director of Library Services
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
Board of Library Trustees (BOLT) Regular Meeting at 6:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86042306505
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 ID: 860 4230 6505
AGENDA: II.C. Revision of the Tool Lending Specialist Classification with 4% Salary Increase, III.A. Revised Bulletin Board and Free Printed Policy.
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
Commission on Disability web post states start at 5:30 pm on June 1, 2022
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87196261280?pwd=Tk1DbTBKVVZidzB1NHdZV2VyL2lmQT09
AGENDA: there is no agenda posted with the date of June 1, documents are dated as May 18, 2022
Check website for corrections.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-disability
Community Health Commission Entheogenic Plants Subcommittee at 12 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89355925285?pwd=QS96Q04zb0phZWNSdUVobEJ6Y21kdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 893 5592 5285 Passcode: 742735
AGENDA: Develop workplan and assign tasks
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/community-health-commission
Homeless Services Panel of Experts at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/92491365323
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 924 9136 5323
AGENDA: 7. Discussion and approval of report to be submitted to Council for June 22 budget, 8. Discussion of what Homeless Services Panel of Experts needs from staff to make fully informed budget recommendations moving forward.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/homeless-services-panel-experts
Planning Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83098891817
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 830 9889 1817
AGENDA: 3. Public comment non-agenda items, 4. Staff Report including future items, 5. Chair Report, 6. Committee Reports, ACTION: 9. Objective Standards for Middle Housing presentation and feedback, 10. Commission 2022 – 2023 Workplan (workplan is not published in agenda packet)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/planning-commission
Thursday, June 2, 2022
CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING on BART PROJECTS at 6 pm
Hybrid Meeting: In-person or videoconference
In-person at 1231 Addison, School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86518584336
Teleconference: 1-699-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 865 1858 4336
AGENDA: One agenda item 1. Ashby and North Berkeley BART Station areas: Proposed Zoning and general Plan amendments, City and BART Joint Vision and Priorities, Associated Environmental Review Documents and City and BART Memorandum of agreement
use link and HTML to see agenda and document details, (packet 130 pages, supplemental Memorandum of Agreement 25 pages)
https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-special-meeting-eagenda-june-2-2022
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Ashby and North Berkeley BART Station Planning webpage
https://berkeleyca.gov/construction-development/land-use-development/general-plan-and-area-plans/ashby-and-north-berkeley
Community Health Commission Cannabis Subcommittee at 11 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89355925285?pwd=QS96Q04zb0phZWNSdUVobEJ6Y21kdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 893 5592 5285 Passcode: 742735
AGENDA: Discuss work plan objectives
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/community-health-commission
Landmarks Preservation Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86708915133
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 867 0891 5133
AGENDA: 5. 2200 block of Piedmont Ave – Olmsted landscape design – Structural Alteration Permit
6. 1650 Shattuck – Demolition referral
7. 2733 Buena Vista Way – structural alteration Permit
8. 2065 Kittredge – Structural Alteration Permit (Shattuck Cinemas)
9. 742 Grayson – demolition Referral
10. 1820 – 8128 San Pablo @ Hearst – Demolition Referral (Albatross Pub)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/landmarks-preservation-commission
Water Emergency Transportation Authority (WETA) at 1 pm
Hybrid meeting in-person or virtual
In-person: 670 W Hornet Ave, Alameda, CA 94501
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89718217408
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 897 1821 7408 Passcode: 33779
AGENDA: 3. Report Chair, 4. Reports of Directors, 5. Reports Staff a. San Francisco Bay Ferry Marketing Update, Emergency Response Update, MV Dorado Event, b. Monthly Review of Financial Statements, c. Federal Legislative Update, d. State Legislative Update, e. Monthly Ridership and Recovery Report, 7. FY 2023 Budget and Salary Schedule includes Berkeley, 8. Authorize Actions to receive funding to support FY 2023 operating and capital budget, 9. Approve disadvantaged business enterprise goals for FY 2023 – 2025,
https://weta.sanfranciscobayferry.com/next-board-meeting
Friday, June 3, 2022 & Saturday, June 4, 2022 & Sunday, March June 5, 2022
No city meetings found check https://berkeleyca.gov/ for late announcements
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Agenda and Rules Committee at 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89809254894
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 898 0925 4894
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
6/14/2022 DRAFT AGENDA:
CONSENT: 1. 2nd reading contract with CalPERS, 2. CM – Ballot Measure related to housing for persons of Low-Income, 3. $5000 Donation to Animal shelter from the U.C. Davis Koret Medicine Program, 4. Formal Bid Solicitations $270,000, 5. Temporary appropriations FY 2023 $50,000,000, 6. FY 2023 Tax Rate: Fund the Debt Service on the Street and Watershed Improvements General Obligation Bonds 0.0075% (Measure M, November 2012 Election), 7. FY 2023 Tax Rate: Fund Debt Service on Neighborhood Branch Library Improvements Project General Obligation bonds at 0.0058% (Measure FF, 2008 election) , 8. FY 2023 Tax Rate: Fund Debt service on 2015 Refunding general Obligation Bonds at 0.0130% (Measures G, S, &I), 9. FY Tax Rate: Fund the Debt Service on the Affordable Housing General Obligation Bonds 0.0200%, 10. FY 2023 Tax Rate: Business License Tax on Large Non-Profits Adopt 1st reading of Ordinance setting the FY 2023 tax rate for Business License Tax on large non-profits at $0.7573 per sq ft, 11. FY 2023 Tax Rate: Fund the Provision of Emergency Medical Services (Paramedic Tax) at $0.0433 per sq ft, 12. FY 2023 Tax Rate: Fund Firefighting, Emergency Medical Response and Wildfire Prevention $0.1126 (Measure FF), 13. FY 2023 Tax Rate: Fund the Maintenance of Parks, City Trees and Landscaping $0.2039 per sq ft, 14. FY 2023 Tax Rate: Fund the Debt Service on the Infrastructure and Facilities General Obligation Bonds 0.0160% (Measure T1, 2016 election), 15. FY 2023 Tax Rate: Fund Emergency Services for the Severely Disabled $0.01932 (Measure E), 16. Designate Line of Succession for the Director of Emergency Services, 17. St. Paul Terrace Housing Trust Fund Reservation $8,551,040 in Housing trust Funds for Community Housing Development Corporation’s St. Paul Terrace (2024 Ashby), 18. Classification and Salary: Senior Economic Development Project Coordinator monthly salary $11,219.88 to $13,775.00 effective 6/15/2022, 19. Contract Amendment $598,560 with Innovative Claim Solutions (ICS) for claims administration of the City’s (Self-Insurance) Worker’s Compensation Funds, 20. Contract $1,115,000 thru FY 2027 with Axon Enterprise, Incorporated for Body Worn Cameras, Storage and Software, 21. Commission Reorganization creating Transportation and Infrastructure Commission combines the Transportation and Public Works Commissions, 22. Final Map of Tract 8621 1169 – 1173 Hearst 5 unit residential condominium project, 23. Peace and Justice Commission – Call for Immediate Ukraine Ceasefire, 24. Robinson – Support for SB 1389 Low-Level Vehicle Infractions, ACTION: 25. FY 2023 and FY 2024 Proposed Budget Public Hearing #2, 26. Police Equipment & Community Safety Ordinance Impact Statements, Associated Equipment Policies and Annual Equipment Use Report, 27. Disaster and Fire Safety Commission - Parking Enforcement of Existing Parking Code in Fire Zones 2&3, 28. Recommendation Council revise Resolution No. 69,917 regarding procurement, sales and service of sugar-sweetened beverages, INFORMATION REPORTS: 29. City Council Short Term Referral Process – Quarterly Update, 30. Results of general Obligation Bonds: $40,000,000 City of Berkeley 2022 Series B (2018 Measure O: Affordable Housing Federally taxable), 31. CM - Update on the Implementation of Fair & Impartial Policing Task Force, 32. City Auditor’s Office 2021 Peer Review Results.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
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CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING at 6 pm
Hybrid Meeting: In-person or videoconference
In-person at 1231 Addison, School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88127787306
Teleconference: 1-699-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 881 2778 7306
AGENDA: use link and HTML to see agenda with document details,
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CONSENT: 1. Resolution to continue legislative bodies to meet via videoconference, 2. Minutes, 3. Resolution Supporting Sale of 3404 King and transfer of the Turning Point transitional housing program for homeless youth from Fred Finch Youth Center to Larkin Street Youth Services, 4. Commission Reorganization - Homeless Panel of Experts to add functions of Homeless Commission, 5. Assessments Berkeley Tourism Business Improvement District, 6. Assessments Downtown Business Improvement District, 7. Assessments North Shattuck Business Improvement District, 8. Assessments Telegraph Business Improvement District, 9. $535,000 formal Bid Solicitations, 10. Resolution providing notice Council will adopt an appropriations limit on June 28, 2022 for FY 2023, amount limit will be available for review in the City Clerk’s Office on or before June 13, 11. Revenue Grant Agreements for 2023 1. Foster Care Program $93,187, 2. BHS and Berkeley Tech $181,208, 3. School Linked Health Services $200,011, 4. Tobacco Prevention $78,960, 12. Revenue Grant $32,080 for Public Health Infrastructure Program, 13. Revenue Grant $120,000 for Essential Access Health 4/1/2022 to 3/30/2023, 14. Revenue Grants FY 2023 1. CHDP and EPSDT for children in foster care $358,309, 2. MCAH $381,147, 3. Tobacco Trust Fund $300,000, 4. Immunization Program $1,185,901,5. Public Health Emergency Preparedness (PHEP) $265,000, 15. Revenue Grant TB control Program $14,000, 16. Contract $135,000 with Interior Motions for new furniture for Public Health Division offices 4/1/2022 – 12/30/2022, 17. Transfer CA Mental Health Student Services Act Grant Funds $2,267,355 to BUSD for coordination and provision of Mental Health Services, 18. Approve Proposed Projects anticipated to be paid for by State’s Road Maintenance and Rehabilitation Account for FY 2023, 19. Berkeley Strategic Transportation Plan Update and Grant Application opportunities, 20. Declaration of Intent – FY 2023 Street Lighting Assessments, 21. Contract $428,950 with Nema Construction for FY 2022 Street Light Maintenance Project, 22. Contract $21,551,718 with Zanker Recycling for Construction and Demolition Materials Hauling, Sorting and Marketing Services, 5 yr term July 1, 2022 – 6/30/2027 with option to extend for two 5 year periods, 23. Amend contract add $500,000 total $1,640,000 with TK Elevator for Elevator Maintenance and Repair Services, 24. Amend contract add $50,000 total $130,000 with MSR Mechanical LLC to on-call heating, ventilation and air conditioning services, 25. Amend contract add $400,000 total $1,675,304 and extend to 12/31/2023 with Downtown Streets Team for expanded services, 26. Amend contract add $250,000 total $2,725,200 with CF Contracting for Sacramento Complete Streets Improvements Project, 27. Purchase Order $345,188 Pape Machinery, Inc for completed rebuild and repair of Zero Waste Division’s John Deere Wheel Loader, 28. Civic Arts Commission - authorization request for additional meeting in 2022, 29. Civic Arts Commission – Increase budget allocation by$41,685 total $200,000 for Festival Grants Program, 30. Arreguin, co-sponsors Robinson, Hahn, Harrison - Budget referral $1,000,000 from ARPA to launch a needs-based grant program for Berkeley based small businesses (under 50 employees)to provide supplemental assistance to cover outstanding commercial rent debt and legal assistance, 31. Taplin – Budget referral $1,000,000 for Ceasefire Program staffing, 32. Harrison co-sponsor Hahn – Budget referral $350,000 for Mental Health and Wellness Support and Services Coordinator for Berkeley High Health Center, 33. Harrison – Budget referral $104,863 for additional HHCS Community Development Project Coordinator Position to assist with enforcement of existing and prospective labor laws and regulations, 34. Wengraf, co-sponsor Taplin, Hahn – Support SB-1076 Lead-based paint – to reduce lead poisoning, 35. Robinson, co-sponsor-Harrison, Hahn - $25,000 purchase electric bicycles for City use. ACTION: 36. CM- Establish published charges Mental Health Clinical Services, 37. CM- Discussion Vision 2050 Ballot Measure for November 2022, 38. Comments on FY 2023 – 2024 biennial Budget and Capital Improvement Program, 39. Harrison – Refer to FITES strategies and recommendations to ensure infrastructure bond expenditure consistent with climate action goals – expect to be moved to consent at meeting, INFORMATION REPORTS: 40. Referral Response: Further Supporting Worker Cooperatives, 41. On-Call Energy Efficiency Services Contracts through On-Bill Financing
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LAND USE CALENDAR:
Public Hearing to be scheduled
1201 – 1205 San Pablo at ZAB Date TBD
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1643-47 California – new basement level and 2nd story
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with the End of the Appeal Period
Bad news on tracking approved projects in the appeal period. Samantha Updegrave, Zoning Officer, Principal Planner wrote the listing of projects in the appeal period can only be found by looking up each project individually through permits online by address or permit number https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/2022-03/Online-Building-Permits-Guide.pdf
The website with easy to find listing of projects in the appeal period was left on the “cutting room floor” another casualty of the conversion to the new City of Berkeley website.
Here is the old website link, ask for it to be restored
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
WORKSESSIONS:
June 2 – Special Meeting – BART Development
June 21 – Ballot Measure Development Discussion
July 19 – Fire Facilities Study Report
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Alameda County LAFCO Presentation
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
May 22 - May 29, 2022
Worth Noting:
If you have not explored the new city website here is the link https://berkeleyca.gov/ or you can use cityofberkeley.info to take you to the new home page. One improvement with the new website is all of the City staffed commission and board meetings do make the calendar, but finding them is not always obvious nor is getting to the correct page for meeting links. For the present, I will continue the calendar and always include the meeting website.
The biennial budget for fiscal years 2023 and 2024 must be passed by City Council by June 30. Budget and fees are in the agendas for several of the commissions and City Council meetings on May 24th and May 31, however, the budget to be considered and discussed is NOT in the meeting packet. The closest offering is from the May 19 Budget meeting https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/legislative-body-meeting-attachments/FY2324%20Proposed%20Budget%20Presentation_51822.pdf A fuller discussion of the budget should occur at the Budget Committee Thursday at 9 am.
Expect the last item on the City Council May 24th agenda #19 to be very controversial. Item 19 is warrantless searches.
The Vision 2050 on multiple agendas is the lead up to the planned November City Ballot measure. If you have missed a Vision 2050 presentation you can pick it up Wednesday at the Civic arts Commission at 6 pm and /or the Disaster and Fire Safety at 7 pm
The Police Accountability Board (PAB) called a special meeting on controlled equipment on Monday at 11 am and controlled equipment is on the PAB agenda Wednesday at 7 pm.
The newly formed Environment and Climate Commission is meeting for the first time Wednesday at 5 pm. The first agenda is thin.
Last the Zoning Adjustment Board has been meeting only once a month and the agenda for Thursday looks like it is too heavy to complete in one evening.
Monday, May 23 2022
Board of Library Trustees at 4 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86042306506
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 ID: 860 4230 6505
AGENDA: II. A. Recommendation to Council on FY2023 Library Tax Rates $0.2584/sq ft for dwelling units and $0.3907/sq ft for industrial, commercial, and institutional buildings, B. Proposed FY 2023-2024 budget.
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
Zero Waste Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/s/82587046286
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 ID: 825 8704 6286
AGENDA: 4. Public Comment non-agenda items, 5. Commissioner announcements, 6. Staff Updates New City website, Zero Waste Integrated Waste Management Plan, Transfer Station rates, C&D Processing RFP, FITES Committee Draft Bag Ordinance, Single-Use Foodware Ordinance, SB 1383 Implementation, Discussion/Action: Workplan
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zero-waste-commission
Police Accountability Board (PAB) Controlled Equipment Reporting Subcommittee at 11 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83842714327
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 838 4271 4327
AGENDA: 4. Continue to develop plan for addressing Community Safety Ordinance Impact statements, Associated Equipment Policies, Annual equipment Use Report and Military Equipment Policy
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
Tuesday, May 24, 2022
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING AGENDA at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84636500260
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) ID: 846 3650 0260
AGENDA: Use link or go to agenda at end of email with key items bolded and underlined.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Wednesday, May 25, 2022
Civic Arts Commission at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86147520326
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 ID: 861 4752 0326
AGENDA: 6. Presentations and Actions: a) Presentation Vision 2050, b) FY23 Public Arts Budgets, c) Work Plan, d) Development of Artist Certification for Affordable Housing for Artists.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
Disaster and Fire Safety Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81595546232
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 ID: 815 9554 6232
AGENDA: 1. Fire Dept Staff Report a. Measure FF, Measure GG, c. Call Metrics, Special Reports, Commission Actions status, Action Items: 4. Election of Commission Chair, 5. Add meeting, 6. Recommendation to Council Measure GG, Discussion Items: 7. Vision 2050, 8. Community Wildfire Protection Plan, 9. Red Curbs Adjacent to Fire Hydrants.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/disaster-and-fire-safety-commission
Environment and Climate Commission at 5 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84024211266
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 840 2421 1266
AGENDA: First Meeting of the Environment and Climate Commission after reorganization and combining of the Energy Commission and the Community advisory Commission 4. Vision 2050, 5. Commissioner overview, 6. Election of officers.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/environment-and-climate-commission
Police Accountability Board at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82237902987
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 822 3790 2987
AGENDA: 3. Public Comment on agenda and non-agenda items, 5. Chair and Board reports, 6. Director PAB report, 7. Chief report, 8. Subcommittee reports a. Fair & Impartial Policing Implementation, b. Director Search, c. Regulations, d. Controlled equipment, 9. a. Continue review of commendations, b. Consider forming Outreach Subcommittee c. Consider forming Lexipol Subcommittee, 10. a. review draft of proposed permanent Regulations for Handling Investigations and Complaints, b. Consider having a booth at the Berkeley Juneteenth Festival on Sunday June 19, 11. Public Comment, Closed Session tentative and final decisions in complaints #1 and #3 (15 minutes), 13. Announcement of Closed Session.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
Thursday, May 26, 2022
City Council Budget & Finance Committee at 9 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82547507309
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID:825 4750 7309
AGENDA: 2. Legislative Update on Governor’s FY 22-23 May Revision Budget and State & Federal Legislation, 3. Discussion Proposed Biennial Budget & CIP (Capital Improvement Recommendations)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-budget-finance
Zoning Adjustment Board (ZAB) at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82097456683
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 820 9745 6683
AGENDA: Staff recommend approval of all projects except Grizzly Peak which is continued to 9/8/22
2. 1151 Grizzly Peak – Continue to September 8, 2022 – to legalize two Accessory Buildings in the rear yard of a Single-Family Dwelling
3. 2970 Adeline – Convert 2nd floor commercial space to residential dwellings
4. 1208 Kains – Make alterations in the non-conforming front setback by raising the roof of the attached garage and altering the entry porch and legalize existing hot tub,
5. 2440 Shattuck – demolish one existing commercial building and construct an 8-story, mixed-use building with 40 dwelling units and 2700 sq ft of ground floor commercial,
6. 2018 Blake – demolish a single-family dwelling and construct a 6-story multi-family, residential building with 12 units (including 2 low-income units)
7. 1828 Euclid – Convert 1st floor commercial space to 2 dwelling units and combine 3 commercial spaces on 12,600 sq ft lot with existing mixed-use building,
8. 906-908 Ensenada – Combine 2 exisiting tenant spaces on the ground floor, 2640 sq ft in total, change the use of one space from retail and establish medical practitioner use,
9. 2600 Tenth – Fantasy Media - Change the use of four existing tenant spaces on the 1st and 2nd floors, totaling 20,367 sq ft from media production to a research and development use.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zoning-adjustments-board
Friday, Saturday, Sunday, Monday, May 27 - May 30, 2022 – Memorial Day Holiday Weekend
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CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING AGENDA for May 24, 2022
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84636500260
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) ID: 846 3650 0260
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CONSENT: 1. 2nd reading FY 2022 Annual Appropriations Ordinance, $53,155,906 (gross) and $43,380,083 (net), 2. 2nd reading Arts Commission - Public Art Funding 1.75% of the estimated cost of construction associated with eligible municipal capital improvement projects for art and cultural enrichment of public buildings, parks, streets and other public spaces. 3. $300,000 Formal Bid Solicitations, 4. Accept $10,000 donation for Echo Lake, 5. BPD Chief – Contract $191,740 with Care Systems, Inc. for Electronic Scheduling system for 2-year contract with option to extend to 5 years, 6. Parks and Waterfront Commission – Allocate Revenues Generated by the Transient Occupancy Tax (hotel tax) in the Waterfront area to the Marina Fund all other property, sales, utility, parking taxes, fees and licenses allocated to the general fund, 7. Kesarwani co-sponsors – Droste, Taplin, Wengraf – Budget Referral: Street Maintenance Funding to Prevent Further Deterioration of Pavement Condition to Save Tax Dollars and Our Streets bring total street paving budget to $15.1 million/year, 8. Kesarwani co-sponsor Bartlett – Budget Referral total $20,000 ($10,000 each) for the Gilman and Lorin Districts to support economic development / commercial development with advisory boards, 9. Taplin co-sponsors Wengraf, Hahn, Robinson– Urge AC Transit Board of Directors to Restore and Expand Transbay Bus service and bus service to the hills, 10. Bartlett, co-sponsors Robinson, Harrison, Taplin – Budget referral $1,226,619.52 to consider updates to the guidelines and procedures for City Council office budget for City Council staff salaries and fringe benefits, 11. Harrison – Budget referral $100,000 for Crisis Response, Crisis Related Service Needs and Capacity Assessments, conduct service needs assessment based on 911 and non-911 calls for service and initiate model to divert people with mental health and substance use disorders away from justice system into treatment, 12. Authors Harrison, Arreguin, Wengraf, co-sponsor Hahn– Support SB 379 Solar Access Act, 13. Harrison – Budget referral consider fund strategies and related fiscal policies for funding capital improvements, in particular, street, sidewalk, micromobility and transit infrastructure, 14. Relinquishment of Council office budget funds for staged reading of the play Roe on June 12 at the Brower Center, ACTION: 15. CM -Resolution of intention of Amendment to CalPERS Contract 1st reading of ordinance 1. Cost sharing between City and PEPRA, 16. CM – Changes Land Use Planning Division Fee Schedule / Hourly Rate – Increase hourly rate from $200 to $230 for staff time to process various permit types, adopt new fees, and clarify existing fee descriptions, 17. CM – FY 2023 and FY 2024 Proposed Budget and Budget Hearing #1 – NO BUDGET POSTED AS OF @:$( PM FRIDAY, 18. Auditor – Berkeley’s Financial Condition FY 2012 – 2021: Pension Liabilities and Infrastructure Need Attention 19. Authors Droste, Taplin – Revision of Section 311.6 Warrantless Searches on Supervised Release Search Conditions enables BPD to conduct detentions and warrantless searches of individuals on parole/probation consistent with probationer’s/parolee’s release conditions, INFORMATION REPORTS: 20. Mental Health Commission Annual Report
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AGENDA COMMITTEE DRAFT AGENDA for May 31, 2022
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88127787306
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) ID: 881 2778 7306
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CONSENT: 1. Resolution to continue legislative bodies to meet via videoconference, 2. Minutes, 3. Resolution Supporting Sale of 3404 King and transfer of the Turning Point transitional housing program for homeless youth from Fred Finch Youth Center to Larkin Street Youth Services, 4. Commission Reorganization - Homeless Panel of Experts to add functions of Homeless Commission, 5. Assessments Berkeley Tourism Business Improvement District, 6. Assessments Downtown Business Improvement District, 7. Assessments North Shattuck Business Improvement District, 8. Assessments Telegraph Business Improvement District, 9. $535,000 formal Bid Solicitations, 10. Resolution providing notice Council will adopt an appropriations limit on June 28, 2022 for FY 2023, amount limit will be available for review in the City Clerk’s Office on or before June 13, 11. Revenue Grant Agreements for 2023 1. Foster Care Program $93,187, 2. BHS and Berkeley Tech $181,208, 3. School Linked Health Services $200,011, 4. Tobacco Prevention $78,960, 12. Revenue Grant $32,080 for Public Health Infrastructure Program, 13. Revenue Grant $120,000 for Essential Access Health 4/1/2022 to 3/30/2023, 14. Revenue Grants FY 2023 1. CHDP and EPSDT for children in foster care $358,309, 2. MCAH $381,147, 3. Tobacco Trust Fund $300,000, 4. Immunization Program $1,185,901,5. Public Health Emergency Preparedness (PHEP) $265,000, 15. Revenue Grant TB control Program $14,000, 16. Contract $135,000 with Interior Motions for new furniture for Public Health Division offices 4/1/2022 – 12/30/2022, 17. Transfer CA Mental Health Student Services Act Grant Funds $2,267,355 to BUSD for coordination and provision of Mental Health Services, 18. Approve Proposed Projects anticipated to be paid for by State’s Road Maintenance and Rehabilitation Account for FY 2023, 19. Berkeley Strategic Transportation Plan Update and Grant Application opportunities, 20. Declaration of Intent – FY 2023 Street Lighting Assessments, 21. Contract $428,950 with Nema Construction for FY 2022 Street Light Maintenance Project, 22. Contract $21,551,718 with Zanker Recycling for Construction and Demolition Materials Hauling, Sorting and Marketing Services, 5 yr term July 1, 2022 – 6/30/2027 with option to extend for two 5 year periods, 23. Amend contract add $500,000 total $1,640,000 with TK Elevator for Elevator Maintenance and Repair Services, 24. Amend contract add $50,000 total $130,000 with MSR Mechanical LLC to on-call heating, ventilation and air conditioning services, 25. Amend contract add $400,000 total $1,675,304 and extend to 12/31/2023 with Downtown Streets Team for expanded services, 26. Amend contract add $250,000 total $2,725,200 with CF Contracting for Sacramento Complete Streets Improvements Project, 27. Purchase Order $345,188 Pape Machinery, Inc for completed rebuild and repair of Zero Waste Division’s John Deere Wheel Loader, 28. Civic Arts Commission - authorization request for additional meeting in 2022, 29. Civic Arts Commission – Increase budget allocation by$41,685 total $200,000 for Festival Grants Program, 30. Arreguin, co-sponsors Robinson, Hahn, Harrison - Budget referral $1,000,000 from ARPA to launch a needs-based grant program for Berkeley based small businesses (under 50 employees)to provide supplemental assistance to cover outstanding commercial rent debt and legal assistance, 31. Taplin – Budget referral $1,000,000 for Ceasefire Program staffing, 32. Harrison so-sponsor Hahn – Budget referral $350,000 for Mental Health and Wellness Support and Services Coordinator for Berkeley High Health Center, 323 Harrison – Budget referral $104,863 for additional HHCS Community Development Project Coordinator Position to assist with enforcement of existing and prospective labor laws and regulations, 34. Wengraf, co-sponsor Taplin – Support SB-1076 Lead-based paint – to reduce lead poisoning, 35. Robinson, co-sponsor-Harrison, Hahn - $25,000 purchase electric bicycles for City use. ACTION: 36. CM- Establish published charges Mental Health Clinical Services, 37. CM- Discussion Vision 2050 Ballot Measure for November 2022, 38. Comments on FY 2023 – 2024 biennial Budget and Capital Improvement Program, 39. Harrison – Refer to FITES strategies and recommendations to ensure infrastructure bond expenditure consistent with climate action goals – expect to be moved to consent at meeting, INFORMATION REPORTS: 40. Referral Response: Further Supporting Worker Cooperatives, 41. On-Call Energy Efficiency Services Contracts through On-Bill Financing
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LAND USE CALENDAR:
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1643-47 California – new basement level and 2nd story
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with the End of the Appeal Period
This website is no longer functional and the information is not available with the conversion to the new City of Berkeley website.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
Worth Noting:
If you have not explored the new city website here is the link https://berkeleyca.gov/ or you can use cityofberkeley.info to take you to the new home page. One improvement with the new website is all of the City staffed commission and board meetings do make the calendar, but finding them is not always obvious nor is getting to the correct page for meeting links. For the present, I will continue the calendar and always include the meeting website.
The biennial budget for fiscal years 2023 and 2024 must be passed by City Council by June 30. Budget and fees are in the agendas for several of the commissions and City Council meetings on May 24th and May 31, however, the budget to be considered and discussed is NOT in the meeting packet. The closest offering is from the May 19 Budget meeting https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/legislative-body-meeting-attachments/FY2324%20Proposed%20Budget%20Presentation_51822.pdf A fuller discussion of the budget should occur at the Budget Committee Thursday at 9 am.
Expect the last item on the City Council May 24th agenda #19 to be very controversial. Item 19 is warrantless searches.
The Vision 2050 on multiple agendas is the lead up to the planned November City Ballot measure. If you have missed a Vision 2050 presentation you can pick it up Wednesday at the Civic arts Commission at 6 pm and /or the Disaster and Fire Safety at 7 pm
The Police Accountability Board (PAB) called a special meeting on controlled equipment on Monday at 11 am and controlled equipment is on the PAB agenda Wednesday at 7 pm.
The newly formed Environment and Climate Commission is meeting for the first time Wednesday at 5 pm. The first agenda is thin.
Last the Zoning Adjustment Board has been meeting only once a month and the agenda for Thursday looks like it is too heavy to complete in one evening.
Monday, May 23 2022
Board of Library Trustees at 4 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86042306506
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 ID: 860 4230 6505
AGENDA: II. A. Recommendation to Council on FY2023 Library Tax Rates $0.2584/sq ft for dwelling units and $0.3907/sq ft for industrial, commercial, and institutional buildings, B. Proposed FY 2023-2024 budget.
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
Zero Waste Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/s/82587046286
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 ID: 825 8704 6286
AGENDA: 4. Public Comment non-agenda items, 5. Commissioner announcements, 6. Staff Updates New City website, Zero Waste Integrated Waste Management Plan, Transfer Station rates, C&D Processing RFP, FITES Committee Draft Bag Ordinance, Single-Use Foodware Ordinance, SB 1383 Implementation, Discussion/Action: Workplan
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zero-waste-commission
Police Accountability Board (PAB) Controlled Equipment Reporting Subcommittee at 11 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83842714327
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 838 4271 4327
AGENDA: 4. Continue to develop plan for addressing Community Safety Ordinance Impact statements, Associated Equipment Policies, Annual equipment Use Report and Military Equipment Policy
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
Tuesday, May 24, 2022
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING AGENDA at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84636500260
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) ID: 846 3650 0260
AGENDA: Use link or go to agenda at end of email with key items bolded and underlined.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Wednesday, May 25, 2022
Civic Arts Commission at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86147520326
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 ID: 861 4752 0326
AGENDA: 6. Presentations and Actions: a) Presentation Vision 2050, b) FY23 Public Arts Budgets, c) Work Plan, d) Development of Artist Certification for Affordable Housing for Artists.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
Disaster and Fire Safety Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81595546232
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 ID: 815 9554 6232
AGENDA: 1. Fire Dept Staff Report a. Measure FF, Measure GG, c. Call Metrics, Special Reports, Commission Actions status, Action Items: 4. Election of Commission Chair, 5. Add meeting, 6. Recommendation to Council Measure GG, Discussion Items: 7. Vision 2050, 8. Community Wildfire Protection Plan, 9. Red Curbs Adjacent to Fire Hydrants.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/disaster-and-fire-safety-commission
Environment and Climate Commission at 5 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84024211266
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 840 2421 1266
AGENDA: First Meeting of the Environment and Climate Commission after reorganization and combining of the Energy Commission and the Community advisory Commission 4. Vision 2050, 5. Commissioner overview, 6. Election of officers.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/environment-and-climate-commission
Police Accountability Board at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82237902987
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 822 3790 2987
AGENDA: 3. Public Comment on agenda and non-agenda items, 5. Chair and Board reports, 6. Director PAB report, 7. Chief report, 8. Subcommittee reports a. Fair & Impartial Policing Implementation, b. Director Search, c. Regulations, d. Controlled equipment, 9. a. Continue review of commendations, b. Consider forming Outreach Subcommittee c. Consider forming Lexipol Subcommittee, 10. a. review draft of proposed permanent Regulations for Handling Investigations and Complaints, b. Consider having a booth at the Berkeley Juneteenth Festival on Sunday June 19, 11. Public Comment, Closed Session tentative and final decisions in complaints #1 and #3 (15 minutes), 13. Announcement of Closed Session.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
Thursday, May 26, 2022
City Council Budget & Finance Committee at 9 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82547507309
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID:825 4750 7309
AGENDA: 2. Legislative Update on Governor’s FY 22-23 May Revision Budget and State & Federal Legislation, 3. Discussion Proposed Biennial Budget & CIP (Capital Improvement Recommendations)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-budget-finance
Zoning Adjustment Board (ZAB) at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82097456683
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 820 9745 6683
AGENDA: Staff recommend approval of all projects except Grizzly Peak which is continued to 9/8/22
2. 1151 Grizzly Peak – Continue to September 8, 2022 – to legalize two Accessory Buildings in the rear yard of a Single-Family Dwelling
3. 2970 Adeline – Convert 2nd floor commercial space to residential dwellings
4. 1208 Kains – Make alterations in the non-conforming front setback by raising the roof of the attached garage and altering the entry porch and legalize existing hot tub,
5. 2440 Shattuck – demolish one existing commercial building and construct an 8-story, mixed-use building with 40 dwelling units and 2700 sq ft of ground floor commercial,
6. 2018 Blake – demolish a single-family dwelling and construct a 6-story multi-family, residential building with 12 units (including 2 low-income units)
7. 1828 Euclid – Convert 1st floor commercial space to 2 dwelling units and combine 3 commercial spaces on 12,600 sq ft lot with existing mixed-use building,
8. 906-908 Ensenada – Combine 2 exisiting tenant spaces on the ground floor, 2640 sq ft in total, change the use of one space from retail and establish medical practitioner use,
9. 2600 Tenth – Fantasy Media - Change the use of four existing tenant spaces on the 1st and 2nd floors, totaling 20,367 sq ft from media production to a research and development use.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zoning-adjustments-board
Friday, Saturday, Sunday, Monday, May 27 - May 30, 2022 – Memorial Day Holiday Weekend
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CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING AGENDA for May 24, 2022
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84636500260
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) ID: 846 3650 0260
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CONSENT: 1. 2nd reading FY 2022 Annual Appropriations Ordinance, $53,155,906 (gross) and $43,380,083 (net), 2. 2nd reading Arts Commission - Public Art Funding 1.75% of the estimated cost of construction associated with eligible municipal capital improvement projects for art and cultural enrichment of public buildings, parks, streets and other public spaces. 3. $300,000 Formal Bid Solicitations, 4. Accept $10,000 donation for Echo Lake, 5. BPD Chief – Contract $191,740 with Care Systems, Inc. for Electronic Scheduling system for 2-year contract with option to extend to 5 years, 6. Parks and Waterfront Commission – Allocate Revenues Generated by the Transient Occupancy Tax (hotel tax) in the Waterfront area to the Marina Fund all other property, sales, utility, parking taxes, fees and licenses allocated to the general fund, 7. Kesarwani co-sponsors – Droste, Taplin, Wengraf – Budget Referral: Street Maintenance Funding to Prevent Further Deterioration of Pavement Condition to Save Tax Dollars and Our Streets bring total street paving budget to $15.1 million/year, 8. Kesarwani co-sponsor Bartlett – Budget Referral total $20,000 ($10,000 each) for the Gilman and Lorin Districts to support economic development / commercial development with advisory boards, 9. Taplin co-sponsors Wengraf, Hahn, Robinson– Urge AC Transit Board of Directors to Restore and Expand Transbay Bus service and bus service to the hills, 10. Bartlett, co-sponsors Robinson, Harrison, Taplin – Budget referral $1,226,619.52 to consider updates to the guidelines and procedures for City Council office budget for City Council staff salaries and fringe benefits, 11. Harrison – Budget referral $100,000 for Crisis Response, Crisis Related Service Needs and Capacity Assessments, conduct service needs assessment based on 911 and non-911 calls for service and initiate model to divert people with mental health and substance use disorders away from justice system into treatment, 12. Authors Harrison, Arreguin, Wengraf, co-sponsor Hahn– Support SB 379 Solar Access Act, 13. Harrison – Budget referral consider fund strategies and related fiscal policies for funding capital improvements, in particular, street, sidewalk, micromobility and transit infrastructure, 14. Relinquishment of Council office budget funds for staged reading of the play Roe on June 12 at the Brower Center, ACTION: 15. CM -Resolution of intention of Amendment to CalPERS Contract 1st reading of ordinance 1. Cost sharing between City and PEPRA, 16. CM – Changes Land Use Planning Division Fee Schedule / Hourly Rate – Increase hourly rate from $200 to $230 for staff time to process various permit types, adopt new fees, and clarify existing fee descriptions, 17. CM – FY 2023 and FY 2024 Proposed Budget and Budget Hearing #1 – NO BUDGET POSTED AS OF @:$( PM FRIDAY, 18. Auditor – Berkeley’s Financial Condition FY 2012 – 2021: Pension Liabilities and Infrastructure Need Attention 19. Authors Droste, Taplin – Revision of Section 311.6 Warrantless Searches on Supervised Release Search Conditions enables BPD to conduct detentions and warrantless searches of individuals on parole/probation consistent with probationer’s/parolee’s release conditions, INFORMATION REPORTS: 20. Mental Health Commission Annual Report
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AGENDA COMMITTEE DRAFT AGENDA for May 31, 2022
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88127787306
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) ID: 881 2778 7306
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CONSENT: 1. Resolution to continue legislative bodies to meet via videoconference, 2. Minutes, 3. Resolution Supporting Sale of 3404 King and transfer of the Turning Point transitional housing program for homeless youth from Fred Finch Youth Center to Larkin Street Youth Services, 4. Commission Reorganization - Homeless Panel of Experts to add functions of Homeless Commission, 5. Assessments Berkeley Tourism Business Improvement District, 6. Assessments Downtown Business Improvement District, 7. Assessments North Shattuck Business Improvement District, 8. Assessments Telegraph Business Improvement District, 9. $535,000 formal Bid Solicitations, 10. Resolution providing notice Council will adopt an appropriations limit on June 28, 2022 for FY 2023, amount limit will be available for review in the City Clerk’s Office on or before June 13, 11. Revenue Grant Agreements for 2023 1. Foster Care Program $93,187, 2. BHS and Berkeley Tech $181,208, 3. School Linked Health Services $200,011, 4. Tobacco Prevention $78,960, 12. Revenue Grant $32,080 for Public Health Infrastructure Program, 13. Revenue Grant $120,000 for Essential Access Health 4/1/2022 to 3/30/2023, 14. Revenue Grants FY 2023 1. CHDP and EPSDT for children in foster care $358,309, 2. MCAH $381,147, 3. Tobacco Trust Fund $300,000, 4. Immunization Program $1,185,901,5. Public Health Emergency Preparedness (PHEP) $265,000, 15. Revenue Grant TB control Program $14,000, 16. Contract $135,000 with Interior Motions for new furniture for Public Health Division offices 4/1/2022 – 12/30/2022, 17. Transfer CA Mental Health Student Services Act Grant Funds $2,267,355 to BUSD for coordination and provision of Mental Health Services, 18. Approve Proposed Projects anticipated to be paid for by State’s Road Maintenance and Rehabilitation Account for FY 2023, 19. Berkeley Strategic Transportation Plan Update and Grant Application opportunities, 20. Declaration of Intent – FY 2023 Street Lighting Assessments, 21. Contract $428,950 with Nema Construction for FY 2022 Street Light Maintenance Project, 22. Contract $21,551,718 with Zanker Recycling for Construction and Demolition Materials Hauling, Sorting and Marketing Services, 5 yr term July 1, 2022 – 6/30/2027 with option to extend for two 5 year periods, 23. Amend contract add $500,000 total $1,640,000 with TK Elevator for Elevator Maintenance and Repair Services, 24. Amend contract add $50,000 total $130,000 with MSR Mechanical LLC to on-call heating, ventilation and air conditioning services, 25. Amend contract add $400,000 total $1,675,304 and extend to 12/31/2023 with Downtown Streets Team for expanded services, 26. Amend contract add $250,000 total $2,725,200 with CF Contracting for Sacramento Complete Streets Improvements Project, 27. Purchase Order $345,188 Pape Machinery, Inc for completed rebuild and repair of Zero Waste Division’s John Deere Wheel Loader, 28. Civic Arts Commission - authorization request for additional meeting in 2022, 29. Civic Arts Commission – Increase budget allocation by$41,685 total $200,000 for Festival Grants Program, 30. Arreguin, co-sponsors Robinson, Hahn, Harrison - Budget referral $1,000,000 from ARPA to launch a needs-based grant program for Berkeley based small businesses (under 50 employees)to provide supplemental assistance to cover outstanding commercial rent debt and legal assistance, 31. Taplin – Budget referral $1,000,000 for Ceasefire Program staffing, 32. Harrison so-sponsor Hahn – Budget referral $350,000 for Mental Health and Wellness Support and Services Coordinator for Berkeley High Health Center, 323 Harrison – Budget referral $104,863 for additional HHCS Community Development Project Coordinator Position to assist with enforcement of existing and prospective labor laws and regulations, 34. Wengraf, co-sponsor Taplin – Support SB-1076 Lead-based paint – to reduce lead poisoning, 35. Robinson, co-sponsor-Harrison, Hahn - $25,000 purchase electric bicycles for City use. ACTION: 36. CM- Establish published charges Mental Health Clinical Services, 37. CM- Discussion Vision 2050 Ballot Measure for November 2022, 38. Comments on FY 2023 – 2024 biennial Budget and Capital Improvement Program, 39. Harrison – Refer to FITES strategies and recommendations to ensure infrastructure bond expenditure consistent with climate action goals – expect to be moved to consent at meeting, INFORMATION REPORTS: 40. Referral Response: Further Supporting Worker Cooperatives, 41. On-Call Energy Efficiency Services Contracts through On-Bill Financing
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LAND USE CALENDAR:
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1643-47 California – new basement level and 2nd story
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with the End of the Appeal Period
This website is no longer functional and the information is not available with the conversion to the new City of Berkeley website.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
May 15 - May 22, 2022
Worth Noting:
The week starts with the second day of the Green Home tour Sunday morning at 10 am and a total lunar eclipse of the moon starting at 7:27 pm if the clouds cooperate and part.
Monday morning at 10:30 am the Council Public safety Committee takes up enforcing parking in fire zones ahead of the special meeting on wildfire preparedness on Thursday at 7:30 pm.
Wednesday the Commission on Aging takes up safe streets and TOPA at 1:30, FITES continues working on a plastic bag ordinance at 2:30 pm. Wednesday evening Update on Alta Bates is item 9 at the HWCAC meeting. The Commission on Labor has two agenda items on the Fair Work Week.
Thursday is the most important meeting day starts with the Budget Committee at 9 am. Review of items for consideration in the 2023 & 2024 biennial budget continues. The department presentations to the Budget Committee have been completed. The requests from councilmembers and commissions are up for discussion. Thursday evening at the Transportation Commissions at 7 pm is the presentation of GoBerkeley. GoBerkeley is the metered parking pilots in residential neighborhoods that is being met with considerable objections. The DRC at 7 pm will conduct a preliminary design review of the R&D project in west Berkeley which comes with a separate 415 auto space parking garage. The annual wildfire preparedness meeting sponsored by Councilmembers Hahn and Wengraf starts at 7:30 pm. Use the link to pre-register.
The May 24th city council agenda is available for comment. https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
You can participate in the bike plan survey at https://berkeleybikeplan.altaplanning.cloud/#/survey The Healthy Streets Program was closing down streets to through traffic during the height of the pandemic.
Sunday, May 15, 2022
East Bay Green Home Tour at 10 am – 1 pm
Register at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/east-bay-green-home-tour-2022-tickets-219623960177
Jumpstart your home electrification journey, free online tours May 14 & 15
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/news/virtual-green-home-tours-reduce-energy-increase-sustainability-protect
The Eclipse of the Moon starts at 7:27 p.m. PDT Sunday and the total eclipse starts at 8:29 p.m. PDT. The face of the moon will get gradually darker until totality peaks at 9:11 p.m.
https://www.timeanddate.com/news/astronomy/prime-time-eclipse
Monday, May 16, 2022
City Council Public Safety Committee at 10:30
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85780967900
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 857 8096 7900
AGENDA: 2. Disaster and Fire Safety Commission - Parking Enforcement of Existing Parking Code in Fire Zones 2 & 3
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-public-safety
Agenda and Rules Committee at 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86363667602
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 863 6366 7602
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve City Council 5/31/2022 agenda – use link or read full draft agenda after list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournments in Memory, 5. Worksessions Schedule, 6. Referrals to Agenda Committee for Scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review: 8. COVID, 9. Return to In-person meetings, Unscheduled Items: 10. Discussion Regarding Design and Strengthening of Policy Committees qualified positive future conversation putting off due to staff overload defer to when mayor returns, 11. Supporting Commissions, Guidance on Legislative Proposals.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
Tuesday, May 17, 2022
City Council CLOSED SESSION
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86490263695
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 864 9026 3695
AGENDA: 1. Conference with legal counsel existing litigation a. Kantorova v. City of Berkeley RG20064752, b. Carlson v. City of Berkeley RG20061999, 2. Pending litigation a. Workers Compensation ADJ14647128.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Wednesday, May 18, 2022
City Council Facilities, Infrastructure, Transportation, Environment & Sustainability Committee (FITES) at 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88204369312
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) ID: 882 0436 9312
AGENDA: 2. Harrison and Hahn - Ordinance to Regulate Plastic Bags at Retail and Food Service Establishments, 3. Energy Commission – Community Outreach and Education Events on Proposed Regulations for the Use of Carryout and Pre-checkout Bags.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-facilities-infrastructure-transportation-environment-sustainability
Commission on Aging at 1:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87859343194
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 878 5934 3194
AGENDA Discussion/Action Items: 4. Commission liaisons, 5. Older Community Forum Planning (June 15, 2022) hosted by Commission on aging, 6. Commissioner recruitment, 7. Hopkins Corridor Plan, 8. Tenants Opportunity to Purchase Act (TOPA), 9. Public safety & Transportation – Safe Streets, crosswalks at major intersections, city sidewalks, shuttle service instead of adding bicycle and scooter rentals, 10. Systemic Ageism.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-aging
Human Welfare & Community Action Commission (HWCAC) at 6:30 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/4863098496
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 486 309 8496
AGENDA: Review of Family Violence Law Center Program and Financial reports, 6. Discuss potential infrastructure and affordable housing bonds/taxes discussed by Council, 7. Discussion and possible action regarding a site visit to Pathways facility, 8. Update subcommittee for prevention and ending homelessness in Berkeley, 9. Update Alta Bates, 10. Discussion and possible action regarding Easy Does It lapse in services, 11. Discussion and possible action regarding Senior Housing Programs.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/human-welfare-and-community-action-commission
Commission on Labor at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85399338378
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 853 9933 8378
AGENDA: 4. Presentation and Discussion Sweatshop Free Ordinance, 5. Fair Work Week Policy, 6. Discussion of Health and Life Enrichment Committee presentation for Fair Work Week, 7. Discussion and possible action regarding roll of commission to provide technical assistance to the community, 8. Discussion of Berkeley federation of Teachers (teachers’ union) contract with BUSD, 9. Discussion of Labor Education in Schools Subcommittee, 10. Discussion of Labor Shortage Subcommittee, 11. Discussion of white paper report for Council regarding Labor Shortage, 12. Recommendations to Council regarding State Legislation.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-labor
Thursday, May 19, 2022
City Council Budget & Finance Committee at 9 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85289343269
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 852 8934 3269
AGENDA: 1. Energy Commission – Recommendation on Climate, Building Electrification and Sustainable Transportation Budget Priorities for FY 2023 – 2024, 4. Budget Manager Sharon Friedrichsen – Presentation on FY 23 Proposed Fees, 5. Budget Manager Sharon Friedrichsen – Proposed Biennial Budget & CIP Recommendations, 6. Budget Manager Sharon Friedrichsen – Review of Council’s Fiscal Policies.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-budget-finance
Sugar-Sweetened Beverage Product Panel of Experts at 4:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86222993260?pwd=THNNRzFLamdFd0xkY1hQMHdFTXB0Zz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 862 2299 3260 Passcode: 768724
AGENDA: 2. Chair elections, 3. Next funding cycle plan & discussion, 4. For the good of the order
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/sugar-sweetened-beverage-product-panel-experts
Fair Campaign Practices Commission and Open Government Commission at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87224260674
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 872 2426 0674
AGENDA Discussion/Possible Action: 6. Report from officeholder accounts, 7. City Clerk Department enforcement referrals to the California Fair Political Practices Commissions (FPPC) a. Stephen Murphy-City Council 2020, b. Todd Andrew City Council 2020, c. Bahman Ahmadi Rent Board 2020, d. Soulmaz Panahi Rent Board 2020, e. Wendy Saenz Hood Neufeld Rent Board 2022, 8. Revisions to FCPC Enforcement Procedures, 9. FCPC Work Plan, Open Government 10. Reports, 11. Work Plan.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/fair-campaign-practices-commission
Transportation Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86040095447
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 ID: 860 4009 5447
AGENDA Discussion/Action: 2. GoBerkeley Presentation and Request for Feedback – smartspace – metered parking pilots in residential neighborhoods, 3. BerkDOT
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/transportation-commission
Design Review Committee (DRC) at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83099526101
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 830 9952 6101
AGENDA: 1. 2099 MLK Jr Way – Final Design Review – demolish 1-story 3595 sq ft auto service building and construct 62,419 sq ft 7-story 69’ tall mixed-use building with 72 dwellings (including 5 very low income dwellings) 2448 sq ft of ground floor retail space, 12 parking spaces and 38 bicycles.
2. 2213 Fourth – Preliminary Design Review – demolish 3 existing non-residential buildings and one existing duplex and construct a new 124,667 sq ft 5-story parking garage, 415 off-street auto parking and one loading space
3. 747 (787) Bancroft – Preliminary Design Review – demolish 6 existing buildings and construct a 159,143 sq ft 3-story building containing 125796 sq ft of research and development space and 33,347 sq ft of light manufacturing space and a surface parking lot containing 76 off-street parking spaces and 5 loading spaces.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/design-review-committee
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82402468719?pwd=bHBCS0xkRUN3R2xFdmJPYVVGTWNkZz09
Teleconference: ID and Passcode: NOT POSTED
AGENDA: NOT POSTED
https://rentboard.berkeleyca.gov/elected-rent-board/rent-board-meetings
Wildfire Preparedness at 7:30 pm
Register: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_wM73ckPISv2fGfg1x1to0A
Teleconference: ID: 826 1927 3974
AGENDA: Wildfire Preparedness
https://berkeleyca.gov/safety-health/fire/fire-weather-evacuation
https://www.fire.ca.gov/media/4996/readysetgo_plan.pdf
https://www.readyforwildfire.org/prepare-for-wildfire/get-ready/defensible-space/
Share your thoughts on housing in Berkeley at All Ages Skate Party at Grove Park at 5 pm – 8 pm
1730 Oregon
Water Emergency Transportation Authority (WETA) Special Meeting at 1 pm
Hybrid
In-person 670 W Hornet Ave, Alameda 94501
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89718217408
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 897 1821 7408 Passcode: 33779
AGENDA: 4. Reports of Directors, 5. Reports of Staff a. Washington DC Trip, b. Federal Legislative Update, WETA Working with Rep Garamendi on Public Ferry Legislation,
https://weta.sanfranciscobayferry.com/next-board-meeting
Friday, May 20, 2022 – City Holiday Malcom X Day
Saturday, May 21, 2022 – no meetings or events found
Sunday, May 22, 2022 - Himalayan Fair at Live Oak Park at 10 am
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AGENDA COMMITTEE DRAFT AGENDA for May 31, 2022
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86363667602
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) ID: 863 6366 7602
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
CONSENT: 1. Resolution to continue legislative bodies to meet via videoconference, 2. Minutes, 3. Resolution Supporting Sale of 3404 King and transfer of the Turning Point transitional housing program for homeless youth from Fred Finch Youth Center to Larkin Street Youth Services, 4. Homeless Panel of Experts to add functions of Homeless Commission, 5. Assessments Berkeley Tourism Business Improvement District, 6. Assessments Downtown Business Improvement District, 7. Assessments North Shattuck Business Improvement District, 8. Assessments Telegraph Business Improvement District, 9. $535,000 formal Bid Solicitations, 10. Resolution providing notice Council will adopt an appropriations limit on June 28, 2022 for FY 2023, amount limit will be available for review in the City Clerk’s Office on or before June 13, 11. Revenue Grant Agreements for 2023 1. Foster Care Program $93,187, 2. BHS and Berkeley Tech $181,208, 3. School Linked Health Services $200,011, 4. Tobacco Prevention $78,960, 12. Revenue Grant $32,080 for Public Health Infrastructure Program, 13. Revenue Grant $120,000 for Essential Access Health 4/1/2022 to 3/30/2023, 14. Revenue Grants FY 2023 1. CHDP and EPSDT for children in foster care $358,309, 2. MCAH $381,147, 3. Tobacco Trust Fund $300,000, 4. Immunization Program $1,185,901,5. Public Health Emergency Preparedness (PHEP) $265,000, 15. Revenue Grant TB control Program $14,000, 16. Contract $135,000 with Interior Motions for new furniture for Public Health Division offices 4/1/2022 – 12/30/2022, 17. Transfer CA Mental Health Student Services Act Grant Funds $2,267,355 to BUSD for coordination and provision of Mental Health Services, 18. Approve Proposed Projects anticipated to be paid for by State’s Road Maintenance and Rehabilitation Account for FY 2023, 19. Berkeley Strategic Transportation Plan Update and Grant Application opportunities, 20. Declaration of Intent – FY 2023 Street Lighting Assessments, 21. Contract $428,950 with Nema Construction for FY 2022 Street Light Maintenance Project, 22. Contract $21,551,718 with Zanker Recycling for Construction and Demolition Materials Hauling, Sorting and Marketing Services, 5 yr term July 1, 2022 – 6/30/2027 with option to extend for two 5 year periods, 23. Amend contract add $500,000 total $1,640,000 with TK Elevator for Elevator Maintenance and Repair Services, 24. Amend contract add $50,000 total $130,000 with MSR Mechanical LLC to on-call heating, ventilation and air conditioning services, 25. Amend contract add $400,000 total $1,675,304 and extend to 12/31/2023 with Downtown Streets Team for expanded services, 26. Amend contract add $250,000 total $2,725,200 with CF Contracting for Sacramento Complete Streets Improvements Project, 27. Purchase Order $345,188 Pape Machinery, Inc for completed rebuild and repair of Zero Waste Division’s John Deere Wheel Loader, 28. Civic Arts Commission - authorization request for additional meeting in 2022, 29. Civic Arts Commission – Increase budget allocation by$41,685 total $200,000 for Festival Grants Program, 30. Taplin – Budget referral $1,000,000 for Ceasefire Program staffing, 31. Harrison – Budget referral $350,000 for Mental Health and Wellness Support and Services Coordinator for Berkeley High Health Center, 32. Harrison – Budget referral $104,863 for additional HHCS Community Development Project Coordinator Position to assist with enforcement of existing and prospective labor laws and regulations, 33. Wengraf, co-sponsor Taplin – Support SB-1076 Lead-based paint – to reduce lead poisoning, 34. Robinson, co-sponsor-Harrison, Hahn - $25,000 purchase electric bicycles for City use. ACTION: 35. CM- Establish published charges Mental Health Clinical Services, 36. CM- Discussion Vision 2050 Ballot Measure for November 2022, 37. Comments on FY 2023 – 2024 biennial Budget and Capital Improvement Program, 38.qualified positive can’t be moved to consent Harrison – Refer to FITES strategies and recommendations to ensure infrastructure bond expenditure consistent with climate action goals, 39.to consent Arreguin co-sponsors Robinson, Harrison, Hahn– Budget referral $1,000,000 from ARPA to launch a needs-based grant program for Berkeley based small businesses (under 50 employees)to provide supplemental assistance to cover outstanding commercial rent debt and legal assistance, 40. To Policy life enrichment - Taplin, co-sponsor – Refer to CM to conduct feasibility study on funding and operating a Re-entry Employment Program and to seek grant funding for a Guaranteed Income Pilot Program, INFORMATION REPORTS: 41. Referral Response: Further Supporting Worker Cooperatives, 42. On-Call Energy Efficiency Services Contracts through On-Bill Financing
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CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING AGENDA for May 24, 2022
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84636500260
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) ID: 846 3650 0260
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CONSENT: 1. 2nd reading FY 2022 Annual Appropriations Ordinance, $53,155,906 (gross) and $43,380,083 (net), 2. 2nd reading Arts Commission - Public Art Funding 1.75% of the estimated cost of construction associated with eligible municipal capital improvement projects for art and cultural enrichment of public buildings, parks, streets and other public spaces. 3. $300,000 Formal Bid Solicitations, 4. Accept $10,000 donation for Echo Lake, 5. BPD Chief – Contract $191,740 with Care Systems, Inc. for Electronic Scheduling system for 2-year contract with option to extend to 5 years, 6. Parks and Waterfront Commission – Allocate Revenues Generated by the Transient Occupancy Tax (hotel tax) in the Waterfront area to the Marina Fund all other property, sales, utility, parking taxes, fees and licenses allocated to the general fund, 7. Kesarwani co-sponsors – Droste, Taplin, Wengraf – Budget Referral: Street Maintenance Funding to Prevent Further Deterioration of Pavement Condition to Save Tax Dollars and Our Streets bring total street paving budget to $15.1 million/year, 8. Kesarwani co-sponsor Bartlett – Budget Referral total $20,000 ($10,000 each) for the Gilman and Lorin Districts to support economic development / commercial development with advisory boards, 9. Taplin – Urge AC Transit Board of Directors to Restore and Expand Transbay Bus service and bus service to the hills, 10. Bartlett, co-sponsors Robinson, Harrison, Taplin – Budget referral $1,226,619.52 to consider updates to the guidelines and procedures for City Council office budget for City Council staff salaries and fringe benefits, 11. Harrison – Budget referral $100,000 for Crisis Response, Crisis Related Service Needs and Capacity Assessments, conduct service needs assessment based on 911 and non-911 calls for service, 12. Authors Harrison, Arreguin, Wengraf – Support SB 379 Solar Access Act, 13. Harrison – Budget referral consider fund strategies and related fiscal policies for funding capital improvements, in particular, street, sidewalk, micromobility and transit infrastructure, 14. Relinquishment of Council office budget funds for staged reading of the play Roe on June 12 at the Brower Center, ACTION: 15. CM -Resolution of intention of Amendment to CalPERS Contract 1st reading of ordinance 1. Cost sharing between City and PEPRA, 16. CM – Changes Land Use Planning Division Fee Schedule / Hourly Rate – Increase hourly rate from $200 to $230 for staff time to process various permit types, adopt new fees, and clarify existing fee descriptions, 17. CM – FY 2023 and FY 2024 Proposed Budget and Budget Hearing #1, 18. Auditor – Berkeley’s Financial Condition FY 2012 – 2021: Pension Liabilities and Infrastructure Need Attention 19. Authors Droste, Taplin – Revision of Section 311.6 Warrantless Searches on Supervised Release Search Conditions enables BPD to conduct detentions and warrantless searches of individuals on parole/probation consistent with probationer’s/parolee’s release conditions, INFORMATION REPORTS: 20. Mental Health Commission Annual Report
LAND USE CALENDAR:
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1643-47 California – new basement level and 2nd story
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with the End of the Appeal Period
This website is no longer functional and the information is not available with the conversion to the new City of Berkeley website.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
WORKSESSIONS:
June 2 – Special Meeting – BART Development
June 21 – Ballot Measure Development Discussion
July 19 – Fire Facilities Study Report
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Alameda County LAFCO Presentation
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Worth Noting:
The week starts with the second day of the Green Home tour Sunday morning at 10 am and a total lunar eclipse of the moon starting at 7:27 pm if the clouds cooperate and part.
Monday morning at 10:30 am the Council Public safety Committee takes up enforcing parking in fire zones ahead of the special meeting on wildfire preparedness on Thursday at 7:30 pm.
Wednesday the Commission on Aging takes up safe streets and TOPA at 1:30, FITES continues working on a plastic bag ordinance at 2:30 pm. Wednesday evening Update on Alta Bates is item 9 at the HWCAC meeting. The Commission on Labor has two agenda items on the Fair Work Week.
Thursday is the most important meeting day starts with the Budget Committee at 9 am. Review of items for consideration in the 2023 & 2024 biennial budget continues. The department presentations to the Budget Committee have been completed. The requests from councilmembers and commissions are up for discussion. Thursday evening at the Transportation Commissions at 7 pm is the presentation of GoBerkeley. GoBerkeley is the metered parking pilots in residential neighborhoods that is being met with considerable objections. The DRC at 7 pm will conduct a preliminary design review of the R&D project in west Berkeley which comes with a separate 415 auto space parking garage. The annual wildfire preparedness meeting sponsored by Councilmembers Hahn and Wengraf starts at 7:30 pm. Use the link to pre-register.
The May 24th city council agenda is available for comment. https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
You can participate in the bike plan survey at https://berkeleybikeplan.altaplanning.cloud/#/survey The Healthy Streets Program was closing down streets to through traffic during the height of the pandemic.
Sunday, May 15, 2022
East Bay Green Home Tour at 10 am – 1 pm
Register at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/east-bay-green-home-tour-2022-tickets-219623960177
Jumpstart your home electrification journey, free online tours May 14 & 15
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/news/virtual-green-home-tours-reduce-energy-increase-sustainability-protect
The Eclipse of the Moon starts at 7:27 p.m. PDT Sunday and the total eclipse starts at 8:29 p.m. PDT. The face of the moon will get gradually darker until totality peaks at 9:11 p.m.
https://www.timeanddate.com/news/astronomy/prime-time-eclipse
Monday, May 16, 2022
City Council Public Safety Committee at 10:30
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85780967900
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 857 8096 7900
AGENDA: 2. Disaster and Fire Safety Commission - Parking Enforcement of Existing Parking Code in Fire Zones 2 & 3
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-public-safety
Agenda and Rules Committee at 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86363667602
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 863 6366 7602
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve City Council 5/31/2022 agenda – use link or read full draft agenda after list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournments in Memory, 5. Worksessions Schedule, 6. Referrals to Agenda Committee for Scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review: 8. COVID, 9. Return to In-person meetings, Unscheduled Items: 10. Discussion Regarding Design and Strengthening of Policy Committees qualified positive future conversation putting off due to staff overload defer to when mayor returns, 11. Supporting Commissions, Guidance on Legislative Proposals.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
Tuesday, May 17, 2022
City Council CLOSED SESSION
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86490263695
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 864 9026 3695
AGENDA: 1. Conference with legal counsel existing litigation a. Kantorova v. City of Berkeley RG20064752, b. Carlson v. City of Berkeley RG20061999, 2. Pending litigation a. Workers Compensation ADJ14647128.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Wednesday, May 18, 2022
City Council Facilities, Infrastructure, Transportation, Environment & Sustainability Committee (FITES) at 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88204369312
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) ID: 882 0436 9312
AGENDA: 2. Harrison and Hahn - Ordinance to Regulate Plastic Bags at Retail and Food Service Establishments, 3. Energy Commission – Community Outreach and Education Events on Proposed Regulations for the Use of Carryout and Pre-checkout Bags.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-facilities-infrastructure-transportation-environment-sustainability
Commission on Aging at 1:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87859343194
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 878 5934 3194
AGENDA Discussion/Action Items: 4. Commission liaisons, 5. Older Community Forum Planning (June 15, 2022) hosted by Commission on aging, 6. Commissioner recruitment, 7. Hopkins Corridor Plan, 8. Tenants Opportunity to Purchase Act (TOPA), 9. Public safety & Transportation – Safe Streets, crosswalks at major intersections, city sidewalks, shuttle service instead of adding bicycle and scooter rentals, 10. Systemic Ageism.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-aging
Human Welfare & Community Action Commission (HWCAC) at 6:30 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/4863098496
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 486 309 8496
AGENDA: Review of Family Violence Law Center Program and Financial reports, 6. Discuss potential infrastructure and affordable housing bonds/taxes discussed by Council, 7. Discussion and possible action regarding a site visit to Pathways facility, 8. Update subcommittee for prevention and ending homelessness in Berkeley, 9. Update Alta Bates, 10. Discussion and possible action regarding Easy Does It lapse in services, 11. Discussion and possible action regarding Senior Housing Programs.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/human-welfare-and-community-action-commission
Commission on Labor at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85399338378
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 853 9933 8378
AGENDA: 4. Presentation and Discussion Sweatshop Free Ordinance, 5. Fair Work Week Policy, 6. Discussion of Health and Life Enrichment Committee presentation for Fair Work Week, 7. Discussion and possible action regarding roll of commission to provide technical assistance to the community, 8. Discussion of Berkeley federation of Teachers (teachers’ union) contract with BUSD, 9. Discussion of Labor Education in Schools Subcommittee, 10. Discussion of Labor Shortage Subcommittee, 11. Discussion of white paper report for Council regarding Labor Shortage, 12. Recommendations to Council regarding State Legislation.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-labor
Thursday, May 19, 2022
City Council Budget & Finance Committee at 9 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85289343269
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 852 8934 3269
AGENDA: 1. Energy Commission – Recommendation on Climate, Building Electrification and Sustainable Transportation Budget Priorities for FY 2023 – 2024, 4. Budget Manager Sharon Friedrichsen – Presentation on FY 23 Proposed Fees, 5. Budget Manager Sharon Friedrichsen – Proposed Biennial Budget & CIP Recommendations, 6. Budget Manager Sharon Friedrichsen – Review of Council’s Fiscal Policies.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-budget-finance
Sugar-Sweetened Beverage Product Panel of Experts at 4:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86222993260?pwd=THNNRzFLamdFd0xkY1hQMHdFTXB0Zz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 862 2299 3260 Passcode: 768724
AGENDA: 2. Chair elections, 3. Next funding cycle plan & discussion, 4. For the good of the order
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/sugar-sweetened-beverage-product-panel-experts
Fair Campaign Practices Commission and Open Government Commission at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87224260674
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 872 2426 0674
AGENDA Discussion/Possible Action: 6. Report from officeholder accounts, 7. City Clerk Department enforcement referrals to the California Fair Political Practices Commissions (FPPC) a. Stephen Murphy-City Council 2020, b. Todd Andrew City Council 2020, c. Bahman Ahmadi Rent Board 2020, d. Soulmaz Panahi Rent Board 2020, e. Wendy Saenz Hood Neufeld Rent Board 2022, 8. Revisions to FCPC Enforcement Procedures, 9. FCPC Work Plan, Open Government 10. Reports, 11. Work Plan.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/fair-campaign-practices-commission
Transportation Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86040095447
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 ID: 860 4009 5447
AGENDA Discussion/Action: 2. GoBerkeley Presentation and Request for Feedback – smartspace – metered parking pilots in residential neighborhoods, 3. BerkDOT
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/transportation-commission
Design Review Committee (DRC) at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83099526101
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 830 9952 6101
AGENDA: 1. 2099 MLK Jr Way – Final Design Review – demolish 1-story 3595 sq ft auto service building and construct 62,419 sq ft 7-story 69’ tall mixed-use building with 72 dwellings (including 5 very low income dwellings) 2448 sq ft of ground floor retail space, 12 parking spaces and 38 bicycles.
2. 2213 Fourth – Preliminary Design Review – demolish 3 existing non-residential buildings and one existing duplex and construct a new 124,667 sq ft 5-story parking garage, 415 off-street auto parking and one loading space
3. 747 (787) Bancroft – Preliminary Design Review – demolish 6 existing buildings and construct a 159,143 sq ft 3-story building containing 125796 sq ft of research and development space and 33,347 sq ft of light manufacturing space and a surface parking lot containing 76 off-street parking spaces and 5 loading spaces.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/design-review-committee
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82402468719?pwd=bHBCS0xkRUN3R2xFdmJPYVVGTWNkZz09
Teleconference: ID and Passcode: NOT POSTED
AGENDA: NOT POSTED
https://rentboard.berkeleyca.gov/elected-rent-board/rent-board-meetings
Wildfire Preparedness at 7:30 pm
Register: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_wM73ckPISv2fGfg1x1to0A
Teleconference: ID: 826 1927 3974
AGENDA: Wildfire Preparedness
https://berkeleyca.gov/safety-health/fire/fire-weather-evacuation
https://www.fire.ca.gov/media/4996/readysetgo_plan.pdf
https://www.readyforwildfire.org/prepare-for-wildfire/get-ready/defensible-space/
Share your thoughts on housing in Berkeley at All Ages Skate Party at Grove Park at 5 pm – 8 pm
1730 Oregon
Water Emergency Transportation Authority (WETA) Special Meeting at 1 pm
Hybrid
In-person 670 W Hornet Ave, Alameda 94501
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89718217408
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 897 1821 7408 Passcode: 33779
AGENDA: 4. Reports of Directors, 5. Reports of Staff a. Washington DC Trip, b. Federal Legislative Update, WETA Working with Rep Garamendi on Public Ferry Legislation,
https://weta.sanfranciscobayferry.com/next-board-meeting
Friday, May 20, 2022 – City Holiday Malcom X Day
Saturday, May 21, 2022 – no meetings or events found
Sunday, May 22, 2022 - Himalayan Fair at Live Oak Park at 10 am
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AGENDA COMMITTEE DRAFT AGENDA for May 31, 2022
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86363667602
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) ID: 863 6366 7602
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
CONSENT: 1. Resolution to continue legislative bodies to meet via videoconference, 2. Minutes, 3. Resolution Supporting Sale of 3404 King and transfer of the Turning Point transitional housing program for homeless youth from Fred Finch Youth Center to Larkin Street Youth Services, 4. Homeless Panel of Experts to add functions of Homeless Commission, 5. Assessments Berkeley Tourism Business Improvement District, 6. Assessments Downtown Business Improvement District, 7. Assessments North Shattuck Business Improvement District, 8. Assessments Telegraph Business Improvement District, 9. $535,000 formal Bid Solicitations, 10. Resolution providing notice Council will adopt an appropriations limit on June 28, 2022 for FY 2023, amount limit will be available for review in the City Clerk’s Office on or before June 13, 11. Revenue Grant Agreements for 2023 1. Foster Care Program $93,187, 2. BHS and Berkeley Tech $181,208, 3. School Linked Health Services $200,011, 4. Tobacco Prevention $78,960, 12. Revenue Grant $32,080 for Public Health Infrastructure Program, 13. Revenue Grant $120,000 for Essential Access Health 4/1/2022 to 3/30/2023, 14. Revenue Grants FY 2023 1. CHDP and EPSDT for children in foster care $358,309, 2. MCAH $381,147, 3. Tobacco Trust Fund $300,000, 4. Immunization Program $1,185,901,5. Public Health Emergency Preparedness (PHEP) $265,000, 15. Revenue Grant TB control Program $14,000, 16. Contract $135,000 with Interior Motions for new furniture for Public Health Division offices 4/1/2022 – 12/30/2022, 17. Transfer CA Mental Health Student Services Act Grant Funds $2,267,355 to BUSD for coordination and provision of Mental Health Services, 18. Approve Proposed Projects anticipated to be paid for by State’s Road Maintenance and Rehabilitation Account for FY 2023, 19. Berkeley Strategic Transportation Plan Update and Grant Application opportunities, 20. Declaration of Intent – FY 2023 Street Lighting Assessments, 21. Contract $428,950 with Nema Construction for FY 2022 Street Light Maintenance Project, 22. Contract $21,551,718 with Zanker Recycling for Construction and Demolition Materials Hauling, Sorting and Marketing Services, 5 yr term July 1, 2022 – 6/30/2027 with option to extend for two 5 year periods, 23. Amend contract add $500,000 total $1,640,000 with TK Elevator for Elevator Maintenance and Repair Services, 24. Amend contract add $50,000 total $130,000 with MSR Mechanical LLC to on-call heating, ventilation and air conditioning services, 25. Amend contract add $400,000 total $1,675,304 and extend to 12/31/2023 with Downtown Streets Team for expanded services, 26. Amend contract add $250,000 total $2,725,200 with CF Contracting for Sacramento Complete Streets Improvements Project, 27. Purchase Order $345,188 Pape Machinery, Inc for completed rebuild and repair of Zero Waste Division’s John Deere Wheel Loader, 28. Civic Arts Commission - authorization request for additional meeting in 2022, 29. Civic Arts Commission – Increase budget allocation by$41,685 total $200,000 for Festival Grants Program, 30. Taplin – Budget referral $1,000,000 for Ceasefire Program staffing, 31. Harrison – Budget referral $350,000 for Mental Health and Wellness Support and Services Coordinator for Berkeley High Health Center, 32. Harrison – Budget referral $104,863 for additional HHCS Community Development Project Coordinator Position to assist with enforcement of existing and prospective labor laws and regulations, 33. Wengraf, co-sponsor Taplin – Support SB-1076 Lead-based paint – to reduce lead poisoning, 34. Robinson, co-sponsor-Harrison, Hahn - $25,000 purchase electric bicycles for City use. ACTION: 35. CM- Establish published charges Mental Health Clinical Services, 36. CM- Discussion Vision 2050 Ballot Measure for November 2022, 37. Comments on FY 2023 – 2024 biennial Budget and Capital Improvement Program, 38.qualified positive can’t be moved to consent Harrison – Refer to FITES strategies and recommendations to ensure infrastructure bond expenditure consistent with climate action goals, 39.to consent Arreguin co-sponsors Robinson, Harrison, Hahn– Budget referral $1,000,000 from ARPA to launch a needs-based grant program for Berkeley based small businesses (under 50 employees)to provide supplemental assistance to cover outstanding commercial rent debt and legal assistance, 40. To Policy life enrichment - Taplin, co-sponsor – Refer to CM to conduct feasibility study on funding and operating a Re-entry Employment Program and to seek grant funding for a Guaranteed Income Pilot Program, INFORMATION REPORTS: 41. Referral Response: Further Supporting Worker Cooperatives, 42. On-Call Energy Efficiency Services Contracts through On-Bill Financing
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CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING AGENDA for May 24, 2022
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84636500260
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) ID: 846 3650 0260
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CONSENT: 1. 2nd reading FY 2022 Annual Appropriations Ordinance, $53,155,906 (gross) and $43,380,083 (net), 2. 2nd reading Arts Commission - Public Art Funding 1.75% of the estimated cost of construction associated with eligible municipal capital improvement projects for art and cultural enrichment of public buildings, parks, streets and other public spaces. 3. $300,000 Formal Bid Solicitations, 4. Accept $10,000 donation for Echo Lake, 5. BPD Chief – Contract $191,740 with Care Systems, Inc. for Electronic Scheduling system for 2-year contract with option to extend to 5 years, 6. Parks and Waterfront Commission – Allocate Revenues Generated by the Transient Occupancy Tax (hotel tax) in the Waterfront area to the Marina Fund all other property, sales, utility, parking taxes, fees and licenses allocated to the general fund, 7. Kesarwani co-sponsors – Droste, Taplin, Wengraf – Budget Referral: Street Maintenance Funding to Prevent Further Deterioration of Pavement Condition to Save Tax Dollars and Our Streets bring total street paving budget to $15.1 million/year, 8. Kesarwani co-sponsor Bartlett – Budget Referral total $20,000 ($10,000 each) for the Gilman and Lorin Districts to support economic development / commercial development with advisory boards, 9. Taplin – Urge AC Transit Board of Directors to Restore and Expand Transbay Bus service and bus service to the hills, 10. Bartlett, co-sponsors Robinson, Harrison, Taplin – Budget referral $1,226,619.52 to consider updates to the guidelines and procedures for City Council office budget for City Council staff salaries and fringe benefits, 11. Harrison – Budget referral $100,000 for Crisis Response, Crisis Related Service Needs and Capacity Assessments, conduct service needs assessment based on 911 and non-911 calls for service, 12. Authors Harrison, Arreguin, Wengraf – Support SB 379 Solar Access Act, 13. Harrison – Budget referral consider fund strategies and related fiscal policies for funding capital improvements, in particular, street, sidewalk, micromobility and transit infrastructure, 14. Relinquishment of Council office budget funds for staged reading of the play Roe on June 12 at the Brower Center, ACTION: 15. CM -Resolution of intention of Amendment to CalPERS Contract 1st reading of ordinance 1. Cost sharing between City and PEPRA, 16. CM – Changes Land Use Planning Division Fee Schedule / Hourly Rate – Increase hourly rate from $200 to $230 for staff time to process various permit types, adopt new fees, and clarify existing fee descriptions, 17. CM – FY 2023 and FY 2024 Proposed Budget and Budget Hearing #1, 18. Auditor – Berkeley’s Financial Condition FY 2012 – 2021: Pension Liabilities and Infrastructure Need Attention 19. Authors Droste, Taplin – Revision of Section 311.6 Warrantless Searches on Supervised Release Search Conditions enables BPD to conduct detentions and warrantless searches of individuals on parole/probation consistent with probationer’s/parolee’s release conditions, INFORMATION REPORTS: 20. Mental Health Commission Annual Report
LAND USE CALENDAR:
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1643-47 California – new basement level and 2nd story
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with the End of the Appeal Period
This website is no longer functional and the information is not available with the conversion to the new City of Berkeley website.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
WORKSESSIONS:
June 2 – Special Meeting – BART Development
June 21 – Ballot Measure Development Discussion
July 19 – Fire Facilities Study Report
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Alameda County LAFCO Presentation
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
May 8 - May 15, 2022
Worth Noting:
Besides the introductory summary, to make scanning the list of city meetings easier and quicker key agenda items are both bolded and underlined in this edition.
The new City of Berkeley website at https://berkeleyca.gov/ continues with challenges. The Council closed session on Tuesday comes with a notice of “permission denied” instead of public notification of items to be covered so the public may prepare and comment in the public comment period at the beginning before the meeting is closed to the public.
Fair Work Week is the only item at the Health, Life Enrichment, Equity & Community meeting Monday at 10 am. The Agenda Committee meets at 2:30 pm to plan the May 24 council meeting agenda. Warrantless searches of persons on parole and TOT are in the draft agenda. The Youth Commission new meeting time is 6:30 pm instead of 5 pm.
Wednesday all meetings are at 7 pm. The Parks Commission presentation on butterflies looks terrific and the Marina Plan will be taken up later in the evening. The Homeless Commission will receive reports and respond to actions (taken & planned) at homeless encampments and allocation of Measure P fund recommendations. The Police Accountability Board also meets Wednesday evening.
Thursday morning the Budget and Finance Committee meets at 10 am and starts off with the auditor’s report on Pension and Infrastructure liabilities.
Don’t forget Day 2 of the Book Festival May 8, the Berkeley Neighborhoods Council May 14 at 10 am and the Green Home Tour May 14 & 15 from 10 am – 1 pm. The virtual Green Home Tour is free. If you register and can’t attend you will be notified when the recording of the tour is posted.
You can thank Erin Diehm for this website which gives estimates of migrating birds flying overhead the altitude of their flight and species of birds https://dashboard.birdcast.info/ . This is totally cool!!
The CalFalcons hatched and you can watch live at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7nvCVS2TRRk
Sunday, May 8, 2022 – Mother’s Day
Bay area Book Festival at 11 am – 4 pm outdoors is free
In person ticketed events at Freight and Salvage, Brower Center, Berkeley City College, Magnes Museum, Residence Inn, the Marsh, Veteran’s Memorial Building.
Check schedule at https://www.baybookfest.org/
Monday, May 9, 2022
City Council Health, Life Enrichment, Equity & Community Committee at 10 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84985607109
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 849 8560 7109
AGENDA: 2. Fair Workweek Ordinance originally submitted by councilmember Harrison to the Labor Commission in 2018 Fair workweek limits exploitation of part time employees with rights to predictable hours (14 day advance scheduling), decline work with less than 11 hours between shifts, 1 ½ pay for shifts with less than 11 hours rest, a. Commission on Labor adopt 1st reading Fair Workweek Ordinance, b. City Manager – Lisa Warhauus – continue evaluation
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-health-life-enrichment-equity-community
Agenda and Rules Committee at 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89090340350
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 890 9034 0350
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 5/24/2022 draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda after list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council workssessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review: 8. COVID, 9. Return to In-person meetings for legislative bodies, Unscheduled Items: 10. Discussion Regarding Design and Strengthening of Policy Committees, 11. Supporting Commissions, Guidance on Legislative Proposals.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
Personnel Board at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86474818950?pwd=by9MRklCUVJvQ3pjUFZoaEI3bFBIQT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 ID: 864 7481 8950 Passcode: 707800
AGENDA: V. Establish the Classification and Salary Range of Senior Economic Development Project Coordinator, VI. Revise the Tool Lending Specialist Job Duties and Compensation, VII. Berkeley fire department Staffing update from Chief Roman.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/personnel-board
Youth Commission at 6:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85925075321
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 859 2507 5321 Passcode: 621930
AGENDA: 2022 election, 11. Finalize workplan, 12. Form mental health subcommittee, (10 vacant positions 6 of which are appointed by council)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/youth-commission
Tuesday, May 10, 2022
City Council CLOSED Session at 4 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82366356495
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 823 6635 6495
AGENDA: 403 SORRY, PERMISSION DENIED – THERE IS NO AGENDA LISTING OF WHAT WILL BE COVERED IN CLOSED SESSION
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING at 6 pm
HYBRID meeting – in-person or via Zoom or Teleconference
Attend in-person at 1231 Addison, School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87240656157
Teleconference: 1-699-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 872 4065 6157
AGENDA: or full agenda use link to website or scroll past list of meetings by day of the week
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Wednesday, May 11, 2022
Homeless Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/96645301465
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 966 4530 1465
AGENDA: 5. Chair update including Measure P recommendations, 6. Staff update Horizon/Spark, status of shelter/housing, court-ordered closure Ashby encampment, relocation other encampments, 7. Encampment movement, 8. Safe injection sites, 9. Improved oversight over nonprofit performance, 10. Improved coordination between city departments
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/homeless-commission
Parks, Recreation and Waterfront Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85923823196
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 859 2382 3196
AGENDA: 6. Chair’s report, 7. Presentation Supporting Butterflies (and Caterpillars) at Aquatic Park and beyond by (Burl-Xerces Society/Diehm/Wazniak), 8. Budget, 9. Vision 2050, 10. Increase Parks Tax, 11. Feedback on BMASP (Berkeley Marina Area Specific Plan) concepts, 12. Park’s Director’s report
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/parks-recreation-and-waterfront-commission
Police Accountability Board (PAB) at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82237902987
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 822 3790 2987
AGENDA: 3. Public comment on agenda and non-agenda items, 4. Minutes, 5. Chair and Board reports, 6. Director PAB report, 7. Police Chief report, 8. Subcommittee reports, 9. Commendations of BPD personnel, 10. New Business a. Review/respond/make recommendations related to impact statements, use policies, annual use report prepared under the Police Equipment & Community Safety Ordinance 1) Report by Interim Police Chief, 2) Mizell’s 4/29/2022 Notice of Violations, 3) 2021 Annual Equipment Use Report, 4_ Policy 709, Military Equipment, 5) Capt Rolleri’s May 4, 2022 memo in response to 4/6/PAB memo. 11. Public Comment, Closed session for 12 & 13 ((complaints)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
Thursday, May 12, 2022
City Council Budget & Finance Committee at 10 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81934119590
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) ID: 819 3411 9590
AGENDA: 2. City Auditor Jenny Wong – Pension Liabilities and Infrastructure Need Attention, 3. Energy Commission – Recommendation on Climate, Building Electrification and Sustainable Transportation Budget Priorities for FY 2023 and 2024, 4. Budget Manager Sharon Friedrichsen – Presentation on FY 23 Proposed Fees, 5. Budget Manager Sharon Friedrichsen – Proposed Biennial Budget & CIP Recommendations, 6. Budget Manager Sharon Friedrichsen – Review of Council’s Fiscal Policies.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-budget-finance
Friday, May 13, 2022 – reduced service Day
Saturday, May 14, 2022
Berkeley Neighborhoods Council at 10 am
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81913698863?pwd=NFJjWlh2aDhtSjh1eG4yQUFkMzNmQT09
Teleconference: 1-253-215-8782 Meeting ID: 819 1369 8863 Passcode: 377919
AGENDA: not posted, check later in the week
https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/
East Bay Green Home Tour at 10 am – 1 pm
Register at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/east-bay-green-home-tour-2022-tickets-219623960177
Jumpstart your home electrification journey, free online tours May 14 & 15
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/news/virtual-green-home-tours-reduce-energy-increase-sustainability-protect
Sunday, May 15, 2022
East Bay Green Home Tour at 10 am – 1 pm
Register at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/east-bay-green-home-tour-2022-tickets-219623960177
Jumpstart your home electrification journey, free online tours May 14 & 15
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/news/virtual-green-home-tours-reduce-energy-increase-sustainability-protect
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AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE at 2:30 pm
DRAFT CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for May 24, 2022
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89090340350
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 890 9034 0350
CONSENT: 1. $300,000 Formal Bid Solicitations, 2. Accept $10,000 donation for Echo Lake, 3. BPD Chief – Contract $191,740 with Care Systems, Inc. for Electronic Scheduling system for 2-year contract with option to extend to 5 years, 4. Auditor – Berkeley’s Financial Condition FY 2012 – 2021: Pension Liabilities and Infrastructure Need Attention, 5. Kesarwani co-sponsors – Droste, Taplin, Wengraf – Budget Referral: Street Maintenance Funding to Prevent Further Deterioration of Pavement Condition to Save Tax Dollars and Our Streets bring total street paving budget to $15.1 million/year, 6. Kesarwani co-sponsor Bartlett – Budget Referral total $20,000 ($10,000 each) for the Gilman and Lorin Districts to support economic development / commercial development with advisory boards, 7. Taplin – Urge AC Transit Board of Directors to Restore and Expand Transbay Bus service and bus service to the hills, 8. Bartlett, co-sponsors Robinson, Harrison, Taplin – Budget referral $1,226,619.52 to consider updates to the guidelines and procedures for City Council office budget for City Council staff salaries and fringe benefits, 9. Harrison – Budget referral $100,000 for Crisis Response, Crisis Related Service Needs and Capacity Assessments, conduct service needs assessment based on 911 and non-911 calls for service, 10. Authors Harrison, Arreguin, Wengraf – Support SB 379 Solar Access Act, ACTION: 11. CM – Changes Land Use Planning Division Fee Schedule / Hourly Rate – Increase hourly rate from $200 to $230 for staff time to process various permit types, adopt new fees, and clarify existing fee descriptions, 12. CM – FY 2023 and FY 2024 Proposed Budget and Budget Hearing #1, 13. CM -Resolution of intention of Amendment to CalPERS Contract 1st reading of ordinance 1. Cost sharing between City and PEPRA, 14. Parks and Waterfront Commission – Allocate Revenues Generated by the Transient Occupancy Tax (hotel tax) in the Waterfront area to the Marina Fund to Avoid Insolvency, Rebuild Its Fund Balance and Stabilize Finances, 15. Authors Droste, Taplin – Revision of Section 311.6 Warrantless Searches on Supervised Release Search Conditions enables BPD to conduct detentions and warrantless searches of individuals on parole/probation consistent with probationer’s/parolee’s release conditions, 16. Taplin – Regulation of autonomous vehicles, refer to City Attorney and report to FITES, INFORMATION REPORTS 17. Mental Health Commission Annual Report
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May 10, City Council Regular 6 pm meeting
Meeting is HYBRID in-person or zoom
Attend in person at 1231 Addison School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87240656157
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 872 4065 6157
https://cityofberkeley.info/city-council-regular-meeting-eagenda-may-10-2022 or
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CONSENT: 2nd reading for 1-3: 1. Community Health commission reduce membership to 9 members, 2. Lease agreement at 1835 Allston Way, 3. Zoning Ordinance Amendments technical edits and corrections, 4. Resolution Directing Legislative Bodies to Continue Meeting vis videoconference and teleconference, 5. Resolution to continue Ratify Local COVID-19 Emergency, 6. General Municipal Election 11/8/2022 including adopting policies and timelines for filing ballot measure arguments, 7. FY 2022 Annual Appropriations Ordinance, $53,155,906 (gross) and $43,380,083 (net), 8. Bid Solicitations $964,022, 9. FF Funds Purchase Order $250,000 ZOLL Medical for ECG Monitor/Defibrillators for emergency response vehicles, 10. GG Fire Prevention Funds $121,133 includes $14,552 contingency for carpet replacement at 1900 6th Street, 11. Contract $17,808 with JotForm, Inc, 12. Donation $54,167 for Berkeley Meals on Wheels, 13. People’s Park, Application for $5,000,000 to State of California Housing Trust Fund for Supportive Housing in People’s Park (2556 Haste) Funding Request Summary: The City of Berkeley will apply any Local Housing Trust Fund (LHTF) award to the City's Housing Trust Fund program. The LHTF award will fund the City's existing funding reservation for the pipeline project Supportive Housing in People’s Park (2556 Haste Street). The City will match the LHTF funding with money from its affordable housing trust fund. This project is planned to provide 119 permanent, safe, sustainable, affordable apartments for low-income households, and formerly unhoused households earning between 10%-50% of the Area Median Income. Supportive Housing in People’s Park will provide 62 apartments reserved as permanent supportive homes for previously unhoused residents, 14. Amend contract add $66,450 total $1,528,350 with Murray Building, Inc for Cazadero Camp Jensen Dormitory Construction Project, 15. Amend contract add $530,832 total $39,350,473 with Robert E. Boyer Construction Inc for Berkeley Tuolumne Cap Construction Project, 16. Amend contracts add $600,000 total $900,000 each with BASE Landscape Architecture with PGA Design, Inc and RRM Design and extend the 6/30/2024 (total for both $1,800,000), 17. Amend contract add $500,000 total $1,500,000 with Serological Research Institute for DNA Testing Services thru 6/30/2025, 18. Arts Commission - Public Art Funding 1.75% of the estimated cost of construction associated with eligible municipal capital improvement projects for art and cultural enrichment of public buildings, parks, streets and other public spaces. 19. Energy Commission – Recommendation that Vision 2050 Infrastructure Bond Prioritize Clean Mobility, 20. Landmarks Commission – Budget Referral $250,000 - $275,000 City-wide Historic Context Statement, 21. Arreguin co-sponsors Bartlett, Hahn. Harrison – Support SB 1173 – Divestment from Fossil Fuels, 22. Arreguin, co-sponsors Bartlett, Hahn – Approve expenditure from Mayor’s Office Budget $20,000 to Healthy Black Families, 23. Arreguin, co-sponsors Hahn, Harrison, Bartlett – Budget Referral $1,800,000 ($900,000 annually) for anti-displacement allocation per year 1. $250,000-housing retention, 2. Legal counseling tenants, $275,000 each to East Bay Community Law Center and EDC, 3. $100,000 Flexible Housing Subsidies for Homelessness Prevention, 24. Arreguin – $300,000 - Berkeley Housing Authority Loan Forgiveness, 25. Bartlett – Budget referral $50,000 for semi-diverter traffic bollards at east corner of Newbury and Ashby intersection, 26. Harrison, co-sponsor Bartlett – Budget referral $50,000 traffic calming on Dwight between Grant and California, 27. Wengraf, co-sponsors Hahn, Taplin – Resolution Declaring May as Jewish American Heritage Month, 28. Droste & Arreguin co-sponsors Wengraf, Harrison – Budget referral $120,000 performance evaluation of City Attorney and Director of PAB, ACTION: 30. Chief Louis - Police Equipment & Community Safety Ordinance Impact Statements, Associated Equipment Policies and Annual Equipment Use Report, 31 CM - Vision 2050: Strategic Asset Management Plan and Asset Management Policy, 32. Resolution Accepting the Surveillance Technology Report for Automatic License Plate Readers, GPS Trackers, Body Worn Camera and Street Level Imagery, 33. Hopkins Corridor Project Conceptual Design. Affects Hopkins between Sutter and Gilman Streets, INFORMATION REPORTS: 34. Fiscal Year 2022 Mid-year budget update, 35. LPO NOD 1940 Hearst, 36. LPO NOD 2523 Piedmont, LPO NOD 37. 2580 Bancroft Way, 38. Mental Health Commission Work Plan.
LAND USE CALENDAR:
Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
1205 Peralta – conversion of existing garage 5/10/2022 ( date removed June 14)
1643-47 California (new basement level and second story) remanded to ZAB – ZAB deadline 7/25/2022
THE NOTICE of DECISION in the APPEAL PERIOD CAN NO LONGER BE UPDATED BECAUSE THE WEBSITE HAS DISAPPEARED WITH THE ACTIVATION OF THE NEW CITY OF BERKELEY WEBSITE AT https://berkeleyca.gov/
2222 Blake – 2nd Story addition over 14’ in average height and addition of laudry and deck on 1st story 5/11/2022
1338 Carlotta – Major residential addition over 14’ in average height, alteration in NC front yard setback 5/11/2022
1008 Grizzly Peak – install a hot tub in the rear yard 5/11/2022
1301 Peralta - Major residential addition over 14’ in average height by creating 2nd story addition 5/11/2022
1425 Spruce – Re-frame the roof at the rear half of the house to extend the existing hip roof, add 20 sq feet rear addition on 2nd floor and legalize existing hot tub 5/11/2022
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx THIS WEBSITE HAS DISAPPEARED
WORKSESSIONS:
June 2 – Special Meeting – BART Development
June 21 – Ballot Measure Development/Discussion
July 19 – Fire Facilities Study Report
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Alameda County LAFCO Presentation
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Worth Noting:
Besides the introductory summary, to make scanning the list of city meetings easier and quicker key agenda items are both bolded and underlined in this edition.
The new City of Berkeley website at https://berkeleyca.gov/ continues with challenges. The Council closed session on Tuesday comes with a notice of “permission denied” instead of public notification of items to be covered so the public may prepare and comment in the public comment period at the beginning before the meeting is closed to the public.
Fair Work Week is the only item at the Health, Life Enrichment, Equity & Community meeting Monday at 10 am. The Agenda Committee meets at 2:30 pm to plan the May 24 council meeting agenda. Warrantless searches of persons on parole and TOT are in the draft agenda. The Youth Commission new meeting time is 6:30 pm instead of 5 pm.
Wednesday all meetings are at 7 pm. The Parks Commission presentation on butterflies looks terrific and the Marina Plan will be taken up later in the evening. The Homeless Commission will receive reports and respond to actions (taken & planned) at homeless encampments and allocation of Measure P fund recommendations. The Police Accountability Board also meets Wednesday evening.
Thursday morning the Budget and Finance Committee meets at 10 am and starts off with the auditor’s report on Pension and Infrastructure liabilities.
Don’t forget Day 2 of the Book Festival May 8, the Berkeley Neighborhoods Council May 14 at 10 am and the Green Home Tour May 14 & 15 from 10 am – 1 pm. The virtual Green Home Tour is free. If you register and can’t attend you will be notified when the recording of the tour is posted.
You can thank Erin Diehm for this website which gives estimates of migrating birds flying overhead the altitude of their flight and species of birds https://dashboard.birdcast.info/ . This is totally cool!!
The CalFalcons hatched and you can watch live at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7nvCVS2TRRk
Sunday, May 8, 2022 – Mother’s Day
Bay area Book Festival at 11 am – 4 pm outdoors is free
In person ticketed events at Freight and Salvage, Brower Center, Berkeley City College, Magnes Museum, Residence Inn, the Marsh, Veteran’s Memorial Building.
Check schedule at https://www.baybookfest.org/
Monday, May 9, 2022
City Council Health, Life Enrichment, Equity & Community Committee at 10 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84985607109
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 849 8560 7109
AGENDA: 2. Fair Workweek Ordinance originally submitted by councilmember Harrison to the Labor Commission in 2018 Fair workweek limits exploitation of part time employees with rights to predictable hours (14 day advance scheduling), decline work with less than 11 hours between shifts, 1 ½ pay for shifts with less than 11 hours rest, a. Commission on Labor adopt 1st reading Fair Workweek Ordinance, b. City Manager – Lisa Warhauus – continue evaluation
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-health-life-enrichment-equity-community
Agenda and Rules Committee at 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89090340350
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 890 9034 0350
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 5/24/2022 draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda after list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council workssessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review: 8. COVID, 9. Return to In-person meetings for legislative bodies, Unscheduled Items: 10. Discussion Regarding Design and Strengthening of Policy Committees, 11. Supporting Commissions, Guidance on Legislative Proposals.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
Personnel Board at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86474818950?pwd=by9MRklCUVJvQ3pjUFZoaEI3bFBIQT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 ID: 864 7481 8950 Passcode: 707800
AGENDA: V. Establish the Classification and Salary Range of Senior Economic Development Project Coordinator, VI. Revise the Tool Lending Specialist Job Duties and Compensation, VII. Berkeley fire department Staffing update from Chief Roman.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/personnel-board
Youth Commission at 6:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85925075321
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 859 2507 5321 Passcode: 621930
AGENDA: 2022 election, 11. Finalize workplan, 12. Form mental health subcommittee, (10 vacant positions 6 of which are appointed by council)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/youth-commission
Tuesday, May 10, 2022
City Council CLOSED Session at 4 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82366356495
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 823 6635 6495
AGENDA: 403 SORRY, PERMISSION DENIED – THERE IS NO AGENDA LISTING OF WHAT WILL BE COVERED IN CLOSED SESSION
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING at 6 pm
HYBRID meeting – in-person or via Zoom or Teleconference
Attend in-person at 1231 Addison, School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87240656157
Teleconference: 1-699-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 872 4065 6157
AGENDA: or full agenda use link to website or scroll past list of meetings by day of the week
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Wednesday, May 11, 2022
Homeless Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/96645301465
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 966 4530 1465
AGENDA: 5. Chair update including Measure P recommendations, 6. Staff update Horizon/Spark, status of shelter/housing, court-ordered closure Ashby encampment, relocation other encampments, 7. Encampment movement, 8. Safe injection sites, 9. Improved oversight over nonprofit performance, 10. Improved coordination between city departments
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/homeless-commission
Parks, Recreation and Waterfront Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85923823196
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 859 2382 3196
AGENDA: 6. Chair’s report, 7. Presentation Supporting Butterflies (and Caterpillars) at Aquatic Park and beyond by (Burl-Xerces Society/Diehm/Wazniak), 8. Budget, 9. Vision 2050, 10. Increase Parks Tax, 11. Feedback on BMASP (Berkeley Marina Area Specific Plan) concepts, 12. Park’s Director’s report
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/parks-recreation-and-waterfront-commission
Police Accountability Board (PAB) at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82237902987
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 822 3790 2987
AGENDA: 3. Public comment on agenda and non-agenda items, 4. Minutes, 5. Chair and Board reports, 6. Director PAB report, 7. Police Chief report, 8. Subcommittee reports, 9. Commendations of BPD personnel, 10. New Business a. Review/respond/make recommendations related to impact statements, use policies, annual use report prepared under the Police Equipment & Community Safety Ordinance 1) Report by Interim Police Chief, 2) Mizell’s 4/29/2022 Notice of Violations, 3) 2021 Annual Equipment Use Report, 4_ Policy 709, Military Equipment, 5) Capt Rolleri’s May 4, 2022 memo in response to 4/6/PAB memo. 11. Public Comment, Closed session for 12 & 13 ((complaints)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
Thursday, May 12, 2022
City Council Budget & Finance Committee at 10 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81934119590
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) ID: 819 3411 9590
AGENDA: 2. City Auditor Jenny Wong – Pension Liabilities and Infrastructure Need Attention, 3. Energy Commission – Recommendation on Climate, Building Electrification and Sustainable Transportation Budget Priorities for FY 2023 and 2024, 4. Budget Manager Sharon Friedrichsen – Presentation on FY 23 Proposed Fees, 5. Budget Manager Sharon Friedrichsen – Proposed Biennial Budget & CIP Recommendations, 6. Budget Manager Sharon Friedrichsen – Review of Council’s Fiscal Policies.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-budget-finance
Friday, May 13, 2022 – reduced service Day
Saturday, May 14, 2022
Berkeley Neighborhoods Council at 10 am
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81913698863?pwd=NFJjWlh2aDhtSjh1eG4yQUFkMzNmQT09
Teleconference: 1-253-215-8782 Meeting ID: 819 1369 8863 Passcode: 377919
AGENDA: not posted, check later in the week
https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/
East Bay Green Home Tour at 10 am – 1 pm
Register at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/east-bay-green-home-tour-2022-tickets-219623960177
Jumpstart your home electrification journey, free online tours May 14 & 15
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/news/virtual-green-home-tours-reduce-energy-increase-sustainability-protect
Sunday, May 15, 2022
East Bay Green Home Tour at 10 am – 1 pm
Register at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/east-bay-green-home-tour-2022-tickets-219623960177
Jumpstart your home electrification journey, free online tours May 14 & 15
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/news/virtual-green-home-tours-reduce-energy-increase-sustainability-protect
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AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE at 2:30 pm
DRAFT CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for May 24, 2022
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89090340350
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 890 9034 0350
CONSENT: 1. $300,000 Formal Bid Solicitations, 2. Accept $10,000 donation for Echo Lake, 3. BPD Chief – Contract $191,740 with Care Systems, Inc. for Electronic Scheduling system for 2-year contract with option to extend to 5 years, 4. Auditor – Berkeley’s Financial Condition FY 2012 – 2021: Pension Liabilities and Infrastructure Need Attention, 5. Kesarwani co-sponsors – Droste, Taplin, Wengraf – Budget Referral: Street Maintenance Funding to Prevent Further Deterioration of Pavement Condition to Save Tax Dollars and Our Streets bring total street paving budget to $15.1 million/year, 6. Kesarwani co-sponsor Bartlett – Budget Referral total $20,000 ($10,000 each) for the Gilman and Lorin Districts to support economic development / commercial development with advisory boards, 7. Taplin – Urge AC Transit Board of Directors to Restore and Expand Transbay Bus service and bus service to the hills, 8. Bartlett, co-sponsors Robinson, Harrison, Taplin – Budget referral $1,226,619.52 to consider updates to the guidelines and procedures for City Council office budget for City Council staff salaries and fringe benefits, 9. Harrison – Budget referral $100,000 for Crisis Response, Crisis Related Service Needs and Capacity Assessments, conduct service needs assessment based on 911 and non-911 calls for service, 10. Authors Harrison, Arreguin, Wengraf – Support SB 379 Solar Access Act, ACTION: 11. CM – Changes Land Use Planning Division Fee Schedule / Hourly Rate – Increase hourly rate from $200 to $230 for staff time to process various permit types, adopt new fees, and clarify existing fee descriptions, 12. CM – FY 2023 and FY 2024 Proposed Budget and Budget Hearing #1, 13. CM -Resolution of intention of Amendment to CalPERS Contract 1st reading of ordinance 1. Cost sharing between City and PEPRA, 14. Parks and Waterfront Commission – Allocate Revenues Generated by the Transient Occupancy Tax (hotel tax) in the Waterfront area to the Marina Fund to Avoid Insolvency, Rebuild Its Fund Balance and Stabilize Finances, 15. Authors Droste, Taplin – Revision of Section 311.6 Warrantless Searches on Supervised Release Search Conditions enables BPD to conduct detentions and warrantless searches of individuals on parole/probation consistent with probationer’s/parolee’s release conditions, 16. Taplin – Regulation of autonomous vehicles, refer to City Attorney and report to FITES, INFORMATION REPORTS 17. Mental Health Commission Annual Report
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May 10, City Council Regular 6 pm meeting
Meeting is HYBRID in-person or zoom
Attend in person at 1231 Addison School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87240656157
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 872 4065 6157
https://cityofberkeley.info/city-council-regular-meeting-eagenda-may-10-2022 or
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CONSENT: 2nd reading for 1-3: 1. Community Health commission reduce membership to 9 members, 2. Lease agreement at 1835 Allston Way, 3. Zoning Ordinance Amendments technical edits and corrections, 4. Resolution Directing Legislative Bodies to Continue Meeting vis videoconference and teleconference, 5. Resolution to continue Ratify Local COVID-19 Emergency, 6. General Municipal Election 11/8/2022 including adopting policies and timelines for filing ballot measure arguments, 7. FY 2022 Annual Appropriations Ordinance, $53,155,906 (gross) and $43,380,083 (net), 8. Bid Solicitations $964,022, 9. FF Funds Purchase Order $250,000 ZOLL Medical for ECG Monitor/Defibrillators for emergency response vehicles, 10. GG Fire Prevention Funds $121,133 includes $14,552 contingency for carpet replacement at 1900 6th Street, 11. Contract $17,808 with JotForm, Inc, 12. Donation $54,167 for Berkeley Meals on Wheels, 13. People’s Park, Application for $5,000,000 to State of California Housing Trust Fund for Supportive Housing in People’s Park (2556 Haste) Funding Request Summary: The City of Berkeley will apply any Local Housing Trust Fund (LHTF) award to the City's Housing Trust Fund program. The LHTF award will fund the City's existing funding reservation for the pipeline project Supportive Housing in People’s Park (2556 Haste Street). The City will match the LHTF funding with money from its affordable housing trust fund. This project is planned to provide 119 permanent, safe, sustainable, affordable apartments for low-income households, and formerly unhoused households earning between 10%-50% of the Area Median Income. Supportive Housing in People’s Park will provide 62 apartments reserved as permanent supportive homes for previously unhoused residents, 14. Amend contract add $66,450 total $1,528,350 with Murray Building, Inc for Cazadero Camp Jensen Dormitory Construction Project, 15. Amend contract add $530,832 total $39,350,473 with Robert E. Boyer Construction Inc for Berkeley Tuolumne Cap Construction Project, 16. Amend contracts add $600,000 total $900,000 each with BASE Landscape Architecture with PGA Design, Inc and RRM Design and extend the 6/30/2024 (total for both $1,800,000), 17. Amend contract add $500,000 total $1,500,000 with Serological Research Institute for DNA Testing Services thru 6/30/2025, 18. Arts Commission - Public Art Funding 1.75% of the estimated cost of construction associated with eligible municipal capital improvement projects for art and cultural enrichment of public buildings, parks, streets and other public spaces. 19. Energy Commission – Recommendation that Vision 2050 Infrastructure Bond Prioritize Clean Mobility, 20. Landmarks Commission – Budget Referral $250,000 - $275,000 City-wide Historic Context Statement, 21. Arreguin co-sponsors Bartlett, Hahn. Harrison – Support SB 1173 – Divestment from Fossil Fuels, 22. Arreguin, co-sponsors Bartlett, Hahn – Approve expenditure from Mayor’s Office Budget $20,000 to Healthy Black Families, 23. Arreguin, co-sponsors Hahn, Harrison, Bartlett – Budget Referral $1,800,000 ($900,000 annually) for anti-displacement allocation per year 1. $250,000-housing retention, 2. Legal counseling tenants, $275,000 each to East Bay Community Law Center and EDC, 3. $100,000 Flexible Housing Subsidies for Homelessness Prevention, 24. Arreguin – $300,000 - Berkeley Housing Authority Loan Forgiveness, 25. Bartlett – Budget referral $50,000 for semi-diverter traffic bollards at east corner of Newbury and Ashby intersection, 26. Harrison, co-sponsor Bartlett – Budget referral $50,000 traffic calming on Dwight between Grant and California, 27. Wengraf, co-sponsors Hahn, Taplin – Resolution Declaring May as Jewish American Heritage Month, 28. Droste & Arreguin co-sponsors Wengraf, Harrison – Budget referral $120,000 performance evaluation of City Attorney and Director of PAB, ACTION: 30. Chief Louis - Police Equipment & Community Safety Ordinance Impact Statements, Associated Equipment Policies and Annual Equipment Use Report, 31 CM - Vision 2050: Strategic Asset Management Plan and Asset Management Policy, 32. Resolution Accepting the Surveillance Technology Report for Automatic License Plate Readers, GPS Trackers, Body Worn Camera and Street Level Imagery, 33. Hopkins Corridor Project Conceptual Design. Affects Hopkins between Sutter and Gilman Streets, INFORMATION REPORTS: 34. Fiscal Year 2022 Mid-year budget update, 35. LPO NOD 1940 Hearst, 36. LPO NOD 2523 Piedmont, LPO NOD 37. 2580 Bancroft Way, 38. Mental Health Commission Work Plan.
LAND USE CALENDAR:
Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
1205 Peralta – conversion of existing garage 5/10/2022 ( date removed June 14)
1643-47 California (new basement level and second story) remanded to ZAB – ZAB deadline 7/25/2022
THE NOTICE of DECISION in the APPEAL PERIOD CAN NO LONGER BE UPDATED BECAUSE THE WEBSITE HAS DISAPPEARED WITH THE ACTIVATION OF THE NEW CITY OF BERKELEY WEBSITE AT https://berkeleyca.gov/
2222 Blake – 2nd Story addition over 14’ in average height and addition of laudry and deck on 1st story 5/11/2022
1338 Carlotta – Major residential addition over 14’ in average height, alteration in NC front yard setback 5/11/2022
1008 Grizzly Peak – install a hot tub in the rear yard 5/11/2022
1301 Peralta - Major residential addition over 14’ in average height by creating 2nd story addition 5/11/2022
1425 Spruce – Re-frame the roof at the rear half of the house to extend the existing hip roof, add 20 sq feet rear addition on 2nd floor and legalize existing hot tub 5/11/2022
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx THIS WEBSITE HAS DISAPPEARED
WORKSESSIONS:
June 2 – Special Meeting – BART Development
June 21 – Ballot Measure Development/Discussion
July 19 – Fire Facilities Study Report
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Alameda County LAFCO Presentation
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
May 1 - May 8, 2022
Worth Noting:
The new city website is turned on and it takes some getting used to. Most of the old links don’t work and there is still information missing. If you had webpages up in your browser before the conversion you will find most of them don’t work and you will either get a warning message or “404 page not found” The phone number 510.981.2489 goes to 311 after the list of emergency numbers.
To check for meetings, you will need to go to the home page https://berkeleyca.gov/ and weave your way down past the Latest News and Featured events to get to City Meetings. The City Council tab does not include Council Committees, it is only full council meetings.
Trying to find committees, boards, and commissions using an external browser search such as google DOES NOT WORK. The only thing that does work to carry you to the new website is cityofberkeley.info
Monday the Peace and Justice Commission meets at 7 pm with Reimaging Public Safety as item 10. on the agenda.
Tuesday the 4 x 4 Committee at 2:30 pm will be reviewing eviction for good cause ordinance as a November ballot measure,
Wednesday FITES at 2:30 pm continues work on plastic bag ordinance. In the evening at 7 pm the Planning Commission receives a Housing element Update. The Homeless Panel of Experts agenda is not posted, however, it would be expected that the agenda would be Measure P budget recommendations.
Thursday morning at 10:30 the Land Use Committee takes up a proposal for an Efficiency Unit Ordinance using 150 sq ft and 220 sq ft model ordinances – for comparison I added a link to tiny home pictures and floor plans.
The Thursday evening council special meeting is not posted - Mayor Arreguin announced that he will be presenting a response to the Reimagining Public Safety on May 5, but there is no posting for a meeting. Check during the week at https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas or call the Mayor’s office at 510-981-7100. The expected time would be at 6 pm.
The Landmarks Preservation Commission meets at 7 pm. The Transportation Commission is expected to meet but there is no posting.
The book festival is Saturday May 7 and Sunday May 8.
The May 10th regular Council meeting is posted and available for comment. A full agenda list follows the city meetings by day of the week.
I could not update the list of approved projects in the appeal period as the previously used link is no longer functional and no new active link to that page could be found in the website.
Sunday, May 1, 2022 – no city meetings or events found
Monday, May 2, 2022
Peace and Justice Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83078498478
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 ID: 830 7849 8478
AGENDA: 3. Comments from the public, 4. Minutes, 5. Commission Updates & Chairperson Report, 6. Secretary’s Report, 7. Presentation and Discussion with Ms. Joemy Ito-Gates, BUSD K-12 ethnic studies teacher, 8. Discuss Conscientious Objector’s / Bob Meola Memorial Flag-Raising, 9. Peace & Justice Workplan, 10. Discussion on Police accountability, Reform and Reimagining processes in the City of Berkeley, 11. Oppose Russian Invasion of Ukraine and in Support of a Peaceful Future.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/peace-and-justice-commission
Tuesday, May 3, 2022
4x4 Joint Task Force Committee on Housing: Rent Board/City Council at 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87660974031?pwd=Z251QTZvcDR0QUFJbGVoMGxLaFN6Zz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 876 6097 4031 Passcode: 059116
AGENDA: 6. Discussion and possible action on a memorandum regarding potential for adding more rent controlled units, 7. Discussion and possible action to recommend various amendments to Rent Stabilization and Eviction for Good Cause Ordinance to be placed on the November 2022 general election ballot.
https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/legislative-body-meeting-agendas/2022%20May%203_4x4%20Committee%20Agenda_PACKET.pdf
Wednesday, May 4, 2022
City Council Facilities, Infrastructure, Transportation, Environment & Sustainability Committee (FITES) at 2:30 pm,
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88133116954
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) ID: 881 3311 6954
AGENDA: 2. Harrison & Hahn - Ordinance to Regulate Plastic Bags at Retail and Food service Establishments, 3. Energy Commission - Community Outreach and Education Events on Proposed Regulations for the Use of Carryout and Pre-checkout bags (i.e. plastic bags used in fruit, vegie and bin goods in groceries), 4. Harrison, co-sponsor Hahn - Consider strategies and make recommendations to council and staff to ensure potential infrastructure bond expenditure is consistent with climate action goals and other environmental policies, 5. Harrison, co-sponsors Bartlett, Hahn - Adopt Ordinance to BMC establishing emergency GHG limits, and process for updated climate action plan, monitoring, evaluation, reporting and regional collaboration.
https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/legislative-body-meeting-agendas/2022-05-04%20Agenda%20Packet%20-%20Facilities.pdf
Board of Library Trustees at 5:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82391166620
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 ID: 823 9116 6620
AGENDA: public comment, then closed session Public Employee Appointment – Director of Library services.
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
Board of Library Trustees Regular Meeting at 6:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86042306505
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 ID: 860 4230 6505
AGENDA CONSENT: B. Amend Contract Innovative Interfaces, Inc implementation and subscription to hosted Link+/INN-Reach resource sharing system incremental amount $136,665 total $1,444,620 and extend from 6/30/2022 to 12/31/2025, C. 3-yr license agreement between Library and Friends of the Berkeley Public Library for use of space in central library thru 1/4/2024, D. Amend contract incremental amount $357,351 total $1,680,270 and extend 6/30/2025 with Bibliotheca, LLC for library’s automated material handling systems, ACTION: A. Revised Unattended Children Policy, B. Proposed Budget FY 2023-2024 all library funds, C. Bylaws of the BOLT and Accompanying Nomination Policy.
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
Homeless Services Panel of Experts at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/92491365323
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 924 9136 5323
AGENDA: agenda not posted
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/homeless-services-panel-experts
Planning Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84031840274
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 840 3184 0274
AGENDA: 3. Public comment non-agenda items, 9. Discussion: Housing Element Update: Preliminary Site, Goals, policies and programs, to receive information and discuss potential additional sites and programs to be incorporated in the Housing Element Update (packet 109 pages)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/planning-commission
Police Accountability Board Regulations Subcommittee at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82281228507
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 822 8122 8507
AGENDA: 4. a. Receive feedback from BPD on latest draft, including regarding complaints filed with IA only, b. Finalize draft of proposed Regulations for submittal to Police accountability Board for review, comment and approval.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board or
https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/legislative-body-meeting-agendas/2022-05-04.Regulations.Agenda.pdf
Thursday, May 5, 2022
City Council Land Use, Housing & Economic Development Committee at 10:30 am, Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88068977626
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) ID: 880 6897 7626
AGENDA: 2. Taplin - Efficiency Unit Ordinance - develop an ordinance to amend the BMC to model standards implemented by the Cities of Davis and Santa Barbara. An Efficiency unit for a maximum of two people in these cities is minimum of 150 sq ft in Santa Barbara and 220 sq ft in Davis. An efficiency unit includes a kitchen consisting of sink, cooking appliance and refrigeration appliance, bathroom with toilet, sink and tub or shower.
https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/legislative-body-meeting-agendas/2022-05-05%20Agenda%20Packet%20-%20Land%20Use.pdf
Tinyurl made for you to check out samples of tiny houses with pictures and floor plans for considering this ordinance proposal tinyurl.com/mrxmvfm9
City Council Closed Session at 3:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88320965147
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) ID: 883 2096 5147
AGENDA: 1. Conference with Labor Negotiators employee organizations: Berkeley Fire fighters Assoc Local 1227, Berkeley Fire Fighters Assoc, Loal 1227 I.A.F.F. / Berkeley Chief Fire Officers Assoc, IBEW, Local 1245, SEIU 1021 Community Services and Parttime recreation Activity Leaders, SEIU 1021 Maintenance and Clerical, Public Employees Union Local 1, Unrepresented Employees, Berkeley Police Association, 2. Conference with Legal Counsel – existing litigation, Secure Justice v. City of Berkeley Case No. 21CV003630.
https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-closed-meeting-eagenda-may-5-2022
Mayor Arreguin announced that he will be presenting a response to the Reimagining Public Safety on May 5, but there is no posting for a meeting. Check during the week or call the Mayor’s office at 510-981-7100. The expected time would be at 6 pm.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Landmarks Preservation Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81581770114
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 815 8177 0114
AGENDA: 5. 2113 Kittredge – California Theatre – resume public hearing to grant designation status
6. 8 Greenwood Common – Structural Alteration Permit
7. 2439 Durant – Demolition referral
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/landmarks-preservation-commission
Public Works Commission at 7 pm
Public Works normally meets the 1st Thursday, meeting is not posted check after Monday
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/public-works-commission
Water Emergency Transportation Authority (WETA) at 1 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-person 670 W Hornet Ave, Alameda, CA 94501 (Face masks strongly recommended)
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89718217408
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 897 1821 7408 Password: 33779
AGENDA: 3. Report Chair, 4. Reports of Directors, 5. Reports Staff a. COVID-19 Protocol Update, WETA Board Appointment, b. Monthly Review of Financial Statements, c. Federal Legislative Update, d. State Legislative Update, e. Monthly Ridership and Recovery Report, 6. Consent Calendar a. Resolution regarding remote meetings, b. minutes, c RFP for on-call professional engineering/consulting services to support ongoing system capital planning construction management and vessel design, d. RFP for all electric vessel construction for MV Intintoli Replacement Vessel, 7. Approve contract award to Elliot Bay Design Group for construction management services for the MV Intintoli Replacement Vessel, 8. Sea change hydrogen-powered vessel demonstration project, 9. South San Francisco – San Francisco Pilot Service, 10. 2 year budget outlook, 11. Overview of WETA’s disadvantaged business enterprise (DBE) program and small business enterprise (SBE) element and strategies to increase DBE and SBE participation, 12. Recess into closed session. 13. Report on closed session.
https://weta.sanfranciscobayferry.com/next-board-meeting
Friday, May 6, 2022
Parking Enforcement Operation on 2500 block of Durant between 7 pm and 11 pm
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/news/parking-enforcement-operation-56-and-57
Saturday, May 7, 2022
Bicycling Park pop-up event at San Pablo Park at 10 am – 2 pm
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/news/share-your-thoughts-bicycling-berkeley
Bay area Book Festival at 11 am – 5 pm outdoors is free
In person ticketed events at Freight and Salvage, Brower Center, Berkeley City College, Magnes Museum, Residence Inn, the Marsh, Veteran’s Memorial Building.
Check schedule at https://www.baybookfest.org/
Parking Enforcement Operation on 2500 block of Durant between 7 pm and 11 pm
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/news/parking-enforcement-operation-56-and-57
Sunday, May 8, 2022 – Mother’s Day
Bay area Book Festival at 11 am – 4 pm outdoors is free
In person ticketed events at Freight and Salvage, Brower Center, Berkeley City College, Magnes Museum, Residence Inn, the Marsh, Veteran’s Memorial Building.
Check schedule at https://www.baybookfest.org/
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May 10, City Council Regular 6 pm meeting
Meeting is HYBRID in-person or zoom
Attend in person at 1231 Addison School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87240656157
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 872 4065 6157
https://cityofberkeley.info/city-council-regular-meeting-eagenda-may-10-2022 or
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CONSENT: 2nd reading for 1-3: 1. Community Health commission reduce membership to 9 members, 2. Lease agreement at 1835 Allston Way, 3. Zoning Ordinance Amendments technical edits and corrections, 4. Resolution Directing Legislative Bodies to Continue Meeting vis videoconference and teleconference, 5. Resolution to continue Ratify Local COVID-19 Emergency, 6. General Municipal Election 11/8/2022 including adopting policies and timelines for filing ballot measure arguments, 7. FY 2022 Annual Appropriations Ordinance, $53,155,906 (gross) and $43,380,083 (net), 8. Bid Solicitations $964,022, 9. FF Funds Purchase Order $250,000 ZOLL Medical for ECG Monitor/Defibrillators for emergency response vehicles, 10. GG Fire Prevention Funds $121,133 includes $14,552 contingency for carpet replacement at 1900 6th Street, 11. Contract $17,808 with JotForm, Inc, 12. Donation $54,167 for Berkeley Meals on Wheels, 13. People’s Park, Application for $5,000,000 to State of California Housing Trust Fund for Supportive Housing in People’s Park (2556 Haste) Funding Request Summary: The City of Berkeley will apply any Local Housing Trust Fund (LHTF) award to the City's Housing Trust Fund program. The LHTF award will fund the City's existing funding reservation for the pipeline project Supportive Housing in People’s Park (2556 Haste Street). The City will match the LHTF funding with money from its affordable housing trust fund. This project is planned to provide 119 permanent, safe, sustainable, affordable apartments for low-income households, and formerly unhoused households earning between 10%-50% of the Area Median Income. Supportive Housing in People’s Park will provide 62 apartments reserved as permanent supportive homes for previously unhoused residents, 14. Amend contract add $66,450 total $1,528,350 with Murray Building, Inc for Cazadero Camp Jensen Dormitory Construction Project, 15. Amend contract add $530,832 total $39,350,473 with Robert E. Boyer Construction Inc for Berkeley Tuolumne Cap Construction Project, 16. Amend contracts add $600,000 total $900,000 each with BASE Landscape Architecture with PGA Design, Inc and RRM Design and extend the 6/30/2024 (total for both $1,800,000), 17. Amend contract add $500,000 total $1,500,000 with Serological Research Institute for DNA Testing Services thru 6/30/2025, 18. Arts Commission - Public Art Funding 1.75% of the estimated cost of construction associated with eligible municipal capital improvement projects for art and cultural enrichment of public buildings, parks, streets and other public spaces. 19. Energy Commission – Recommendation that Vision 2050 Infrastructure Bond Prioritize Clean Mobility, 20. Landmarks Commission – Budget Referral $250,000 - $275,000 City-wide Historic Context Statement, 21. Arreguin co-sponsors Bartlett, Hahn. Harrison – Support SB 1173 – Divestment from Fossil Fuels, 22. Arreguin, co-sponsors Bartlett, Hahn – Approve expenditure from Mayor’s Office Budget $20,000 to Healthy Black Families, 23. Arreguin, co-sponsors Hahn, Harrison, Bartlett – Budget Referral $1,800,000 ($900,000 annually) for anti-displacement allocation per year 1. $250,000-housing retention, 2. Legal counseling tenants, $275,000 each to East Bay Community Law Center and EDC, 3. $100,000 Flexible Housing Subsidies for Homelessness Prevention, 24. Arreguin – $300,000 - Berkeley Housing Authority Loan Forgiveness, 25. Bartlett – Budget referral $50,000 for semi-diverter traffic bollards at east corner of Newbury and Ashby intersection, 26. Harrison, co-sponsor Bartlett – Budget referral $50,000 traffic calming on Dwight between Grant and California, 27. Wengraf, co-sponsors Hahn, Taplin – Resolution Declaring May as Jewish American Heritage Month, 28. Droste & Arreguin co-sponsors Wengraf, Harrison – Budget referral $120,000 performance evaluation of City Attorney and Director of PAB, ACTION: 30. Chief Louis - Police Equipment & Community Safety Ordinance Impact Statements, Associated Equipment Policies and Annual Equipment Use Report, 31 CM - Vision 2050: Strategic Asset Management Plan and Asset Management Policy, 32. Resolution Accepting the Surveillance Technology Report for Automatic License Plate Readers, GPS Trackers, Body Worn Camera and Street Level Imagery, 33. Hopkins Corridor Project Conceptual Design. Affects Hopkins between Sutter and Gilman Streets, INFORMATION REPORTS: 34. Fiscal Year 2022 Mid-year budget update, 35. LPO NOD 1940 Hearst 5/10/2022, 36. LPO NOD 2523 Piedmont 5/10/2022, LPO NOD 37. 2580 Bancroft Way 5/10/2022, 38. Mental Health Commission Work Plan.
LAND USE CALENDAR:
Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
1205 Peralta – conversion of existing garage 5/10/2022 rescheduled for June 14
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with the End of the Appeal Period
2222 Blake – 2nd Story addition over 14’ in average height and addition of laudry and deck on 1st story 5/11/2022
1338 Carlotta – Major residential addition over 14’ in average height, alteration in NC front yard setback 5/11/2022
1008 Grizzly Peak – install a hot tub in the rear yard 5/11/2022
1301 Peralta - Major residential addition over 14’ in average height by creating 2nd story addition 5/11/2022
2908 Russell – addition of 2nd floor bathroom addition of over 14’ 4/27/2022
1425 Spruce – Re-frame the roof at the rear half of the house to extend the existing hip roof, add 20 sq feet rear addition on 2nd floor and legalize existing hot tub 5/11/2022
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
WORKSESSIONS:
Special meeting May 5 on reimagining to take action on budget process JA working on his proposal. Hahn asked for special meetings to be listed, pretty routinely scheduling meetings
April 26 - Special Meeting – Referral Prioritization Process, Berkeley Strategic Transportation Plan Update, Bond Capacity,
June 21 – Ballot Measure Development/Discussion
July 19 - open
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Alameda County LAFCO Presentation
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Mid-Year Budget Report FY 2022
Worth Noting:
The new city website is turned on and it takes some getting used to. Most of the old links don’t work and there is still information missing. If you had webpages up in your browser before the conversion you will find most of them don’t work and you will either get a warning message or “404 page not found” The phone number 510.981.2489 goes to 311 after the list of emergency numbers.
To check for meetings, you will need to go to the home page https://berkeleyca.gov/ and weave your way down past the Latest News and Featured events to get to City Meetings. The City Council tab does not include Council Committees, it is only full council meetings.
Trying to find committees, boards, and commissions using an external browser search such as google DOES NOT WORK. The only thing that does work to carry you to the new website is cityofberkeley.info
Monday the Peace and Justice Commission meets at 7 pm with Reimaging Public Safety as item 10. on the agenda.
Tuesday the 4 x 4 Committee at 2:30 pm will be reviewing eviction for good cause ordinance as a November ballot measure,
Wednesday FITES at 2:30 pm continues work on plastic bag ordinance. In the evening at 7 pm the Planning Commission receives a Housing element Update. The Homeless Panel of Experts agenda is not posted, however, it would be expected that the agenda would be Measure P budget recommendations.
Thursday morning at 10:30 the Land Use Committee takes up a proposal for an Efficiency Unit Ordinance using 150 sq ft and 220 sq ft model ordinances – for comparison I added a link to tiny home pictures and floor plans.
The Thursday evening council special meeting is not posted - Mayor Arreguin announced that he will be presenting a response to the Reimagining Public Safety on May 5, but there is no posting for a meeting. Check during the week at https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas or call the Mayor’s office at 510-981-7100. The expected time would be at 6 pm.
The Landmarks Preservation Commission meets at 7 pm. The Transportation Commission is expected to meet but there is no posting.
The book festival is Saturday May 7 and Sunday May 8.
The May 10th regular Council meeting is posted and available for comment. A full agenda list follows the city meetings by day of the week.
I could not update the list of approved projects in the appeal period as the previously used link is no longer functional and no new active link to that page could be found in the website.
Sunday, May 1, 2022 – no city meetings or events found
Monday, May 2, 2022
Peace and Justice Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83078498478
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 ID: 830 7849 8478
AGENDA: 3. Comments from the public, 4. Minutes, 5. Commission Updates & Chairperson Report, 6. Secretary’s Report, 7. Presentation and Discussion with Ms. Joemy Ito-Gates, BUSD K-12 ethnic studies teacher, 8. Discuss Conscientious Objector’s / Bob Meola Memorial Flag-Raising, 9. Peace & Justice Workplan, 10. Discussion on Police accountability, Reform and Reimagining processes in the City of Berkeley, 11. Oppose Russian Invasion of Ukraine and in Support of a Peaceful Future.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/peace-and-justice-commission
Tuesday, May 3, 2022
4x4 Joint Task Force Committee on Housing: Rent Board/City Council at 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87660974031?pwd=Z251QTZvcDR0QUFJbGVoMGxLaFN6Zz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 876 6097 4031 Passcode: 059116
AGENDA: 6. Discussion and possible action on a memorandum regarding potential for adding more rent controlled units, 7. Discussion and possible action to recommend various amendments to Rent Stabilization and Eviction for Good Cause Ordinance to be placed on the November 2022 general election ballot.
https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/legislative-body-meeting-agendas/2022%20May%203_4x4%20Committee%20Agenda_PACKET.pdf
Wednesday, May 4, 2022
City Council Facilities, Infrastructure, Transportation, Environment & Sustainability Committee (FITES) at 2:30 pm,
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88133116954
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) ID: 881 3311 6954
AGENDA: 2. Harrison & Hahn - Ordinance to Regulate Plastic Bags at Retail and Food service Establishments, 3. Energy Commission - Community Outreach and Education Events on Proposed Regulations for the Use of Carryout and Pre-checkout bags (i.e. plastic bags used in fruit, vegie and bin goods in groceries), 4. Harrison, co-sponsor Hahn - Consider strategies and make recommendations to council and staff to ensure potential infrastructure bond expenditure is consistent with climate action goals and other environmental policies, 5. Harrison, co-sponsors Bartlett, Hahn - Adopt Ordinance to BMC establishing emergency GHG limits, and process for updated climate action plan, monitoring, evaluation, reporting and regional collaboration.
https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/legislative-body-meeting-agendas/2022-05-04%20Agenda%20Packet%20-%20Facilities.pdf
Board of Library Trustees at 5:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82391166620
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 ID: 823 9116 6620
AGENDA: public comment, then closed session Public Employee Appointment – Director of Library services.
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
Board of Library Trustees Regular Meeting at 6:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86042306505
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 ID: 860 4230 6505
AGENDA CONSENT: B. Amend Contract Innovative Interfaces, Inc implementation and subscription to hosted Link+/INN-Reach resource sharing system incremental amount $136,665 total $1,444,620 and extend from 6/30/2022 to 12/31/2025, C. 3-yr license agreement between Library and Friends of the Berkeley Public Library for use of space in central library thru 1/4/2024, D. Amend contract incremental amount $357,351 total $1,680,270 and extend 6/30/2025 with Bibliotheca, LLC for library’s automated material handling systems, ACTION: A. Revised Unattended Children Policy, B. Proposed Budget FY 2023-2024 all library funds, C. Bylaws of the BOLT and Accompanying Nomination Policy.
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
Homeless Services Panel of Experts at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/92491365323
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 924 9136 5323
AGENDA: agenda not posted
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/homeless-services-panel-experts
Planning Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84031840274
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 840 3184 0274
AGENDA: 3. Public comment non-agenda items, 9. Discussion: Housing Element Update: Preliminary Site, Goals, policies and programs, to receive information and discuss potential additional sites and programs to be incorporated in the Housing Element Update (packet 109 pages)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/planning-commission
Police Accountability Board Regulations Subcommittee at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82281228507
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 822 8122 8507
AGENDA: 4. a. Receive feedback from BPD on latest draft, including regarding complaints filed with IA only, b. Finalize draft of proposed Regulations for submittal to Police accountability Board for review, comment and approval.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board or
https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/legislative-body-meeting-agendas/2022-05-04.Regulations.Agenda.pdf
Thursday, May 5, 2022
City Council Land Use, Housing & Economic Development Committee at 10:30 am, Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88068977626
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) ID: 880 6897 7626
AGENDA: 2. Taplin - Efficiency Unit Ordinance - develop an ordinance to amend the BMC to model standards implemented by the Cities of Davis and Santa Barbara. An Efficiency unit for a maximum of two people in these cities is minimum of 150 sq ft in Santa Barbara and 220 sq ft in Davis. An efficiency unit includes a kitchen consisting of sink, cooking appliance and refrigeration appliance, bathroom with toilet, sink and tub or shower.
https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/legislative-body-meeting-agendas/2022-05-05%20Agenda%20Packet%20-%20Land%20Use.pdf
Tinyurl made for you to check out samples of tiny houses with pictures and floor plans for considering this ordinance proposal tinyurl.com/mrxmvfm9
City Council Closed Session at 3:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88320965147
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) ID: 883 2096 5147
AGENDA: 1. Conference with Labor Negotiators employee organizations: Berkeley Fire fighters Assoc Local 1227, Berkeley Fire Fighters Assoc, Loal 1227 I.A.F.F. / Berkeley Chief Fire Officers Assoc, IBEW, Local 1245, SEIU 1021 Community Services and Parttime recreation Activity Leaders, SEIU 1021 Maintenance and Clerical, Public Employees Union Local 1, Unrepresented Employees, Berkeley Police Association, 2. Conference with Legal Counsel – existing litigation, Secure Justice v. City of Berkeley Case No. 21CV003630.
https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-closed-meeting-eagenda-may-5-2022
Mayor Arreguin announced that he will be presenting a response to the Reimagining Public Safety on May 5, but there is no posting for a meeting. Check during the week or call the Mayor’s office at 510-981-7100. The expected time would be at 6 pm.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Landmarks Preservation Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81581770114
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 815 8177 0114
AGENDA: 5. 2113 Kittredge – California Theatre – resume public hearing to grant designation status
6. 8 Greenwood Common – Structural Alteration Permit
7. 2439 Durant – Demolition referral
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/landmarks-preservation-commission
Public Works Commission at 7 pm
Public Works normally meets the 1st Thursday, meeting is not posted check after Monday
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/public-works-commission
Water Emergency Transportation Authority (WETA) at 1 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-person 670 W Hornet Ave, Alameda, CA 94501 (Face masks strongly recommended)
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89718217408
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 897 1821 7408 Password: 33779
AGENDA: 3. Report Chair, 4. Reports of Directors, 5. Reports Staff a. COVID-19 Protocol Update, WETA Board Appointment, b. Monthly Review of Financial Statements, c. Federal Legislative Update, d. State Legislative Update, e. Monthly Ridership and Recovery Report, 6. Consent Calendar a. Resolution regarding remote meetings, b. minutes, c RFP for on-call professional engineering/consulting services to support ongoing system capital planning construction management and vessel design, d. RFP for all electric vessel construction for MV Intintoli Replacement Vessel, 7. Approve contract award to Elliot Bay Design Group for construction management services for the MV Intintoli Replacement Vessel, 8. Sea change hydrogen-powered vessel demonstration project, 9. South San Francisco – San Francisco Pilot Service, 10. 2 year budget outlook, 11. Overview of WETA’s disadvantaged business enterprise (DBE) program and small business enterprise (SBE) element and strategies to increase DBE and SBE participation, 12. Recess into closed session. 13. Report on closed session.
https://weta.sanfranciscobayferry.com/next-board-meeting
Friday, May 6, 2022
Parking Enforcement Operation on 2500 block of Durant between 7 pm and 11 pm
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/news/parking-enforcement-operation-56-and-57
Saturday, May 7, 2022
Bicycling Park pop-up event at San Pablo Park at 10 am – 2 pm
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/news/share-your-thoughts-bicycling-berkeley
Bay area Book Festival at 11 am – 5 pm outdoors is free
In person ticketed events at Freight and Salvage, Brower Center, Berkeley City College, Magnes Museum, Residence Inn, the Marsh, Veteran’s Memorial Building.
Check schedule at https://www.baybookfest.org/
Parking Enforcement Operation on 2500 block of Durant between 7 pm and 11 pm
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/news/parking-enforcement-operation-56-and-57
Sunday, May 8, 2022 – Mother’s Day
Bay area Book Festival at 11 am – 4 pm outdoors is free
In person ticketed events at Freight and Salvage, Brower Center, Berkeley City College, Magnes Museum, Residence Inn, the Marsh, Veteran’s Memorial Building.
Check schedule at https://www.baybookfest.org/
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May 10, City Council Regular 6 pm meeting
Meeting is HYBRID in-person or zoom
Attend in person at 1231 Addison School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87240656157
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 872 4065 6157
https://cityofberkeley.info/city-council-regular-meeting-eagenda-may-10-2022 or
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CONSENT: 2nd reading for 1-3: 1. Community Health commission reduce membership to 9 members, 2. Lease agreement at 1835 Allston Way, 3. Zoning Ordinance Amendments technical edits and corrections, 4. Resolution Directing Legislative Bodies to Continue Meeting vis videoconference and teleconference, 5. Resolution to continue Ratify Local COVID-19 Emergency, 6. General Municipal Election 11/8/2022 including adopting policies and timelines for filing ballot measure arguments, 7. FY 2022 Annual Appropriations Ordinance, $53,155,906 (gross) and $43,380,083 (net), 8. Bid Solicitations $964,022, 9. FF Funds Purchase Order $250,000 ZOLL Medical for ECG Monitor/Defibrillators for emergency response vehicles, 10. GG Fire Prevention Funds $121,133 includes $14,552 contingency for carpet replacement at 1900 6th Street, 11. Contract $17,808 with JotForm, Inc, 12. Donation $54,167 for Berkeley Meals on Wheels, 13. People’s Park, Application for $5,000,000 to State of California Housing Trust Fund for Supportive Housing in People’s Park (2556 Haste) Funding Request Summary: The City of Berkeley will apply any Local Housing Trust Fund (LHTF) award to the City's Housing Trust Fund program. The LHTF award will fund the City's existing funding reservation for the pipeline project Supportive Housing in People’s Park (2556 Haste Street). The City will match the LHTF funding with money from its affordable housing trust fund. This project is planned to provide 119 permanent, safe, sustainable, affordable apartments for low-income households, and formerly unhoused households earning between 10%-50% of the Area Median Income. Supportive Housing in People’s Park will provide 62 apartments reserved as permanent supportive homes for previously unhoused residents, 14. Amend contract add $66,450 total $1,528,350 with Murray Building, Inc for Cazadero Camp Jensen Dormitory Construction Project, 15. Amend contract add $530,832 total $39,350,473 with Robert E. Boyer Construction Inc for Berkeley Tuolumne Cap Construction Project, 16. Amend contracts add $600,000 total $900,000 each with BASE Landscape Architecture with PGA Design, Inc and RRM Design and extend the 6/30/2024 (total for both $1,800,000), 17. Amend contract add $500,000 total $1,500,000 with Serological Research Institute for DNA Testing Services thru 6/30/2025, 18. Arts Commission - Public Art Funding 1.75% of the estimated cost of construction associated with eligible municipal capital improvement projects for art and cultural enrichment of public buildings, parks, streets and other public spaces. 19. Energy Commission – Recommendation that Vision 2050 Infrastructure Bond Prioritize Clean Mobility, 20. Landmarks Commission – Budget Referral $250,000 - $275,000 City-wide Historic Context Statement, 21. Arreguin co-sponsors Bartlett, Hahn. Harrison – Support SB 1173 – Divestment from Fossil Fuels, 22. Arreguin, co-sponsors Bartlett, Hahn – Approve expenditure from Mayor’s Office Budget $20,000 to Healthy Black Families, 23. Arreguin, co-sponsors Hahn, Harrison, Bartlett – Budget Referral $1,800,000 ($900,000 annually) for anti-displacement allocation per year 1. $250,000-housing retention, 2. Legal counseling tenants, $275,000 each to East Bay Community Law Center and EDC, 3. $100,000 Flexible Housing Subsidies for Homelessness Prevention, 24. Arreguin – $300,000 - Berkeley Housing Authority Loan Forgiveness, 25. Bartlett – Budget referral $50,000 for semi-diverter traffic bollards at east corner of Newbury and Ashby intersection, 26. Harrison, co-sponsor Bartlett – Budget referral $50,000 traffic calming on Dwight between Grant and California, 27. Wengraf, co-sponsors Hahn, Taplin – Resolution Declaring May as Jewish American Heritage Month, 28. Droste & Arreguin co-sponsors Wengraf, Harrison – Budget referral $120,000 performance evaluation of City Attorney and Director of PAB, ACTION: 30. Chief Louis - Police Equipment & Community Safety Ordinance Impact Statements, Associated Equipment Policies and Annual Equipment Use Report, 31 CM - Vision 2050: Strategic Asset Management Plan and Asset Management Policy, 32. Resolution Accepting the Surveillance Technology Report for Automatic License Plate Readers, GPS Trackers, Body Worn Camera and Street Level Imagery, 33. Hopkins Corridor Project Conceptual Design. Affects Hopkins between Sutter and Gilman Streets, INFORMATION REPORTS: 34. Fiscal Year 2022 Mid-year budget update, 35. LPO NOD 1940 Hearst 5/10/2022, 36. LPO NOD 2523 Piedmont 5/10/2022, LPO NOD 37. 2580 Bancroft Way 5/10/2022, 38. Mental Health Commission Work Plan.
LAND USE CALENDAR:
Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
1205 Peralta – conversion of existing garage 5/10/2022 rescheduled for June 14
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with the End of the Appeal Period
2222 Blake – 2nd Story addition over 14’ in average height and addition of laudry and deck on 1st story 5/11/2022
1338 Carlotta – Major residential addition over 14’ in average height, alteration in NC front yard setback 5/11/2022
1008 Grizzly Peak – install a hot tub in the rear yard 5/11/2022
1301 Peralta - Major residential addition over 14’ in average height by creating 2nd story addition 5/11/2022
2908 Russell – addition of 2nd floor bathroom addition of over 14’ 4/27/2022
1425 Spruce – Re-frame the roof at the rear half of the house to extend the existing hip roof, add 20 sq feet rear addition on 2nd floor and legalize existing hot tub 5/11/2022
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
WORKSESSIONS:
Special meeting May 5 on reimagining to take action on budget process JA working on his proposal. Hahn asked for special meetings to be listed, pretty routinely scheduling meetings
April 26 - Special Meeting – Referral Prioritization Process, Berkeley Strategic Transportation Plan Update, Bond Capacity,
June 21 – Ballot Measure Development/Discussion
July 19 - open
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Alameda County LAFCO Presentation
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Mid-Year Budget Report FY 2022
April 24 - May 1, 2022
Worth Noting - There is a lot happening this week.
Besides the special and regular council meetings on Tuesday, the City Departments present to the Council Budget Committee on Wednesday 12 - 4 pm and Thursday and Friday from 9 am – 5 pm. The Surveillance Report will be heard Tuesday evening at the Council 6 pm meeting, plus the Hopkins Corridor Redesign and the Homeless Commission referral for the development of a 24/7 crisis stabilization center.
Monday Zero waste will hear an update on the plastic recycling market. We might learn how much is “wish cycling” rather than actual recycling.
The parking pilot projects SmartSpace are on Wednesday for Elmwood and Thursday for Southside at 6:30 pm.
Wednesday evening at 7 pm the Parks, Recreation and Waterfront Commission has a full schedule including Greg Brown Park and an outdoor fitness court at Cesar Chavez Park and the Disaster and Fire Safety Commission called a special meeting on budget recommendations for Measures GG and FF funds and to reconsider spending $500,000 of Measure FF funds on Eucalyptus Groves on unknown private property sites in the hills. The Police Accountability Board makes the third Wednesday evening 7 pm meeting. Health and Welfare is at 6:30 pm.
There is a series of city meetings on bicycling in Berkeley starting Thursday at 12 – 1:30 pm.
Thursday evening the Zoning Adjustment Board takes up the 6-story project at 1201 San Pablo and removing four more tenant spaces from media /film and the Mental Health Commission will get the latest update on the Special Care Unit and access to crisis care in Berkeley.
Housing Survey for tenants https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/CABERKE/bulletins/314823c
BART Survey - https://bartberkeleyelcerritocap.participate.online/
Sunday, April 24, 2022 – no city meetings or events found
Monday, April 25, 2022
Agenda and Rules Committee at 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87190567466
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 871 9056 7466
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 5/10/2022 draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda after list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Worksessions, 6. Referrals for Scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review: 8. COVID, 9. Return to In-person meetings, Unscheduled Items: 10. Discussion Regarding Design and Strengthening of Policy Committees, 11. Supporting Commissions, Guidance on Legislative Proposals.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
Zero Waste Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/s/82587046286
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 ID: 825 8704 6286
AGENDA: 6. Staff reports Strategic Plan, Transfer Station Rates, C&D Processing RFP, FITES draft bag ordinance, Cal Move Out, Illegal dumping, single-use foodware, SB 1383, Discussion and Action: 1. Current recycling market updates and transparency regarding plastics, 2. Work Plan.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Zero_Waste_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Housing Element Event at 5 – 7 pm
In-person at Berkeley Bowl 2020 Oregon
Share feedback on housing goals and types of housing
Tuesday, April 26, 2022
CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL Meeting at 4 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83685329120
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 8368532 9120
AGENDA: 1. 2022 City Council Referral Prioritization Process Re-Weighted Range Voting (RRV), 2. Accept Risk Analysis for Long-Term Debt (Bonding Capacity) Report provided by Government Finance Officers Association, 3. Berkeley strategic Transportation Plan Update and Grant Application Opportunities.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83685329120
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 836 8532 9120
AGENDA:
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Wednesday, April 27, 2022
City Council Budget & Finance Committee at 12 – 4 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83134748814
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) ID: 831 3474 8814
AGENDA: Department Budget Presentations: 1. Office of City Manager including Economic Development, 2. Finance, 3. Human Resources, 4. Health, Housing & Community Services, 5. Measure P and Proposed Initial Recommendations.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Budget___Finance.aspx
Disaster and Fire Safety Commission Special Meeting at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81595546232
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 ID: 815 9554 6232
AGENDA: Measure GG and Measure FF Budget Recommendations, 2. Recommendation for Measure FF spending in FY 23 & FY 24 – Hazardous Vegetation Removal Program – Eucalyptus Groves
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Disaster_and_Fire_Safety_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Human Welfare & Community Action Commission at 6:30 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/4863098496
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 486 309 8496
AGENDA: 6. Work Plan,7. Review of Berkeley funded agency Program and Financial reports a. Through the Looking Glass, 8. Easy Does It lapse in services, 9. Potential infrastructure and affordable housing bonds/taxes, 10. Pathways facility, 11. Subcommittee update for prevention and ending homelessness in Berkeley, 12. Update Alta Bates.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Human_Welfare_and_Community_Action_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Parks, Recreation and Waterfront Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83911723812
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 876 1635 4584
AGENDA: 6. Chair’s Report, 7. Greg Brown Park – multiple entrances, 8. Director’s Report, 9. Update Commission referrals to council, TOT, Refuse Policy, Adopt-a-Spot, South Sailing Basin Dredging and State funding for Marina, 10. Proposed locations – outdoor fitness court at Cesar Chavez Park, 11. BMASP Community meeting #2 additional feedback, 12. Discussion/action 787 Bancroft Development,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Parks,_Recreation,_and_Waterfront_Commission.aspx
Police Accountability Board Special (PAB) meeting at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82318238840
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 823 1823 8840
AGENDA: 3. Public comment on agenda and non-agenda items, 5. Chair and Board reports, 6. PAB Director Report, 7. Chief Report, 8. Subcommittee Reports a) Fair & Impartial Policing, b) PAB Director Search, c) Regulations, d) Mental Health Issues, e) Policy 351, f) PAB Budget Proposal, 9. Old Business a. Update Search Committee, b. Discuss how to prioritize work of PAB, 10. a) Review commendations of BPD, b) Training Traffic Enforcement.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/ContentDisplay.aspx?id=162752
goBerkeley SmartSpace Parking Pilot - Elmwood at 6:30 pm – 8 pm
Register at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/goberkeley-smartspace-elmwood-community-meeting-3-tickets-310920179627
AGENDA: New alternatives to managing parking in Elmwood pilot area, changes to non-resident parking in residential areas Residential Parking Permit (RPP) near commercial
https://smartspace.goberkeley.info
EBMUD – Water Wednesday Speaker Series at 6 pm
Use link to register and obtain zoom links
AGENDA: Drought Update
https://www.ebmud.com/about-us/education-resources/water-wednesday
Thursday, April 28, 2022
City Council Budget & Finance Committee at 9 am – 5 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84955908549
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 849 5590 8549
AGENDA: Department Budget Presentations: 1. Planning and Development, 2. Public Works, 3. City Clerk, 4. Police, 5. Parks, Recreation & Waterfront, 6. Proposal to Allocate Revenues Generated by the Transient Occupancy Tax in Waterfront Area to the Marina Fund to Avoid Insolvency.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Budget___Finance.aspx
Bicycling in Berkeley at 12 pm – 1:30 pm
Use link to register and obtain zoom links
AGENDA: Provide feedback on bicycle plan
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/City_Manager/Press_Releases/2022/2022-04-14_Share_your_thoughts_on_bicycling_in_Berkeley.aspx
Mental Health Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83719253558
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 ID: 837 1925 3558
AGENDA: 3. Public Program on Exploring a Diversion Approach to People Experiencing Behavioral Health Crisis in Berkeley and Access of Crisis Services, 4. Bridge to SCU and SCU update, 6. Review and vote on application for Mental Health Commissioner, b. Mary Lee Smith, Glenn Turner, 7. May is Mental Health Month Proclamation, 8. Mental Health Manager’s Report, 9. Mental Health service Act FY23 Annual Update, 10. Santa Ria Jail Subcommittee Report, 11. Site Visit Subcommittee Report.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Mental_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Zoning Adjustment Board (ZAB) at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86568983962
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 822 3423 6079
AGENDA: 2. 2970 Adeline – on consent – convert 2nd floor commercial to residential dwelling units on 3,760 sq ft lot,
3. 2026 San Pablo – on consent – add service of distilled spirits incidental to food in existing restaurant
4. 2142 Oxford – on consent – allow distilled spirits in full-service restaurant
5. 1151 Grizzly Peak Blvd – recommend approve - legalize two accessory buildings in the rear yard of single-family dwelling
6. 1201 San Pablo - recommend approve – construct 6-story, mixed-use building on vacant lot, with 66 units (including 5 very low-income), 1,680 sq ft of commercial space, 2,514 sq ft of usable open space and 17-28 ground-level parking spaces,
7. 2600 Tenth Street - recommend approve – to change the use of four existing tenant spaces on the 1st and 2nd floors, totaling 20,367 sq ft from media production to a research and development use.
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
goBerkeley SmartSpace Parking - Southside/Telegraph at 6:30 pm – 8 pm
Register at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/goberkeley-smartspace-southsidetelegraph-community-meeting-3-tickets-310915024207?aff=ebdsoporgprofile
AGENDA: New alternatives to manage parking in Southside/Telegraph pilot area
https://smartspace.goberkeley.info
Poppin’ Thursday Roller Skate Party at 5 – 8 pm
Grove Park 1730 Oregon at Russell
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=17825
Friday, April 29, 2022
City Council Budget & Finance Committee at 9 am – 5 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88256590559
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) ID: 882 5659 0559
AGENDA: Department Budget Presentations: 1. Office of the director of Police Accountability, 2. City Auditor, 3. City Attorney, 4. Fire, 5. Information technology, 6. Responses to Questions from Prior Presentations and Discussion.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Budget___Finance.aspx
Saturday, April 30, 2022 & Sunday, May 1, 2022 no city events found
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April 25 Agenda and Rules Committee at 2:30 pm
DRAFT AGENDA for May 10, 2022
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87190567466
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 871 9056 7466
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
CONSENT: 1. Resolution Directing Legislative Bodies to Continue Meeting vis videoconference and teleconference, 2. Resolution to continue Ratify Local COVID-19 Emergency, 3. General Municipal Election 11/8/2022 including adopting policies and timelines for filing ballot measure arguments, 4. FY 2022 Annual Appropriations Ordinance, $53,155,906 (gross) and $43,380,083 (net), 5. Bid Solicitations $964,022, 6. FF Funds Purchase Order $250,000 ZOLL Medical for ECG Monitor/Defibrillators for emergency response vehicles, 7. GG Fire Prevention Funds $121,133 includes $14,552 contingency for carpet replacement at 1900 6th Street, 8. Contract $17,808 with JotForm, Inc, 9. Donation $54,167 for Berkeley Meals on Wheels, 10. Amend contract add $66,450 total $1,528,350 with Murray Building, Inc for Cazadero Camp Jensen Dormitory Construction Project, 11. Amend contract add $530,832 total $39,350,473 with Robert E. Boyer Construction Inc for Berkeley Tuolumne Cap Construction Project, 12. Chief Louis - Police Equipment & Community Safety Ordinance Impact Statements, Associated Equipment Policies and Annual Equipment Use Report, 13. Amend contract add $500,000 total $1,500,000 with Serological Research Institute for DNA Testing Services thru 6/30/2025, 14. Vision 2050: Strategic Asset Management Plan and Asset Management Policy, 15. Arts Commission - Public Art Funding 1.75% of the estimated cost of construction associated with eligible municipal capital improvement projects for art and cultural enrichment of public buildings, parks, streets and other public spaces. 16. Energy Commission – Recommendation that Vision 2050 Infrastructure Bond Prioritize Clean Mobility, 17. Landmarks Commission – Budget Referral $250,000 - $275,000 City-wide Historic Context Statement, 18. Arreguin – Support SB 1173 – Divestment from Fossil Fuels, 19. Arreguin – Approve expenditure from Mayor’s Office Budget $20,000 to Healthy Black Families, 20. Arreguin – Budget Referral $1,800,000 ($900,000 annually) for anti-displacement allocation per year 1. $250,000-housing retention, 2. Legal counseling tenants, $275,000 each to East Bay Community Law Center and EDC, 3. $100,000 Flexible Housing Subsidies for Homelessness Prevention, 21. Bartlett – Budget referral $50,000 for semi-diverter traffic bollards at east corner of Newbury and Ashby intersection, 22. Harrison – Budget referral $50,000 taffic calming on Dwight between Grant and California, 23. Droste, Arreguin – Budget referral $120,000 performance evaluation of City Attorney and Director of PAB, ACTION: 24. CM – FY 2023 and FY 2024 Proposed Budget Public Hearing #1, 25. Arreguin – Forgive $300,000 Loan to Housing Trust Loan to Berkeley Housing Authority, 26. Taplin – Refer to City Manager and Planning Commission to adopt Objective Standards for Efficiency Units, 27. Wengraf – Resolution Declaring May as Jewish American Heritage Month, INFORMATION REPORTS: 28. Fiscal Year 2022 Mid-year budget update, 29. LPO NOD 1940 Hearst, 30. LPO NOD 2523 Piedmont, LPO NOD 31. 2580 Bancroft Way, 32. Mental Health Commission Work Plan.
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April 26 REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83685329120
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 836 8532 9120
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
CONSENT: 1. Amend Contract add $151,000 total $200,000 with Rebecca Burnside for Personnel Investigations, 2. 2nd reading Collection of Parking Space Rental Tax for City Owned Parking Lots, 3. Minutes, 4. Acceptance of $2,200,000 donation from UCB to support 6 months of operations at Rodeway in for sheltering homeless at People’s Park, 5. Contract $3,993,397 with Abode Services to Operate Interim Housing at the Rodeway Inn from 5/1/2022-10/31/2023, 6. Urgency Ordinance for leasing 1461 University, 7. Contract $250,000 with Village of Love for Operation of Telegraph Neighborhood Sacred Rest Drop-in Center 6/1/2022 – 5/31/2023, 8. Endorsement of Alameda County Home Together 2026 Implementation Plan, 9. $10,914,400 Formal Bid Solicitations, 10. Contract add $60,000 total $160,000 Measure FF Funds with Fire Aside for Defensible Space Inspection Software 5/18/2022 – 5/17/2024 with option to extend 4 years for total $160,000, 11. Commission Reorganization of Community Health Commission to reduce membership to 9 and consolidate functions from 10 to 4, 12. Contract add $76,648 total $432,470 with Pacific Site Management for landscaping services and extend to 6/30/2023, 13. Amend contract add $19,350 total $82350 with Resource Development Associates for Crisis Assessment and Triage Line Evaluation, 14. Grant Application $60,000 with match $6,000 for Surrendered and Abandoned Vessel Exchange (SAVE), 15. Total all Contracts $600,000 for Climate Equity Fund Pilot Programs 5/1/2022-5/31/2024, 1) $83,334 Association for Energy Affordability, 2) $83,333 BlocPower, 3) $100,000 Ecology Center, 4) $83,333 Northern California Land Trust, 5) $250,000 Waterside Workshops, 16. Contract (numbers do not add up to listed total of $550,000) with Diablo Engineering Group for Preliminary Engineering and Final Design for the Ohlone Greenway Modernization and Safety project $220,000, plus $14,000 for as needed project related services, plus $234,000 6/1/2022 – 12/31/2024, 17. Contract $300,000 with ParkMobile, LLC for Mobile Parking Payment Services (mobile payment on-street meters and parking garage reservations 7/1/2022-6/30/2025, 18. Contract add $225,000 total $2,050,000 with Portable Computer systems dba PCS Mobile for Parking Permit and Citation Services extend to 6/30/2024, 19. Contract (no cost) with Chrisp Company for Roadway Thermoplastic Markings and extend to 6/30/2024 with option 3 one-year extensions, 20. Amend Contract add $1,000,000 total $3,500,000 with Pavement Engineering, Inc, for on-call civil engineering and construction management services, 21. Lease with Options Recovery for 1835 Allston Way, Old City Hall Annex1/1/202-12/31/2024 with 2 5-year renewal options, 22. Purchase order $1,731,000 with Western Truck Center for 4 Front Loaders, 23. Arreguin - Bay Area Book Festival Relinquishment $1068 from Mayor’s discretionary funds 24. Arreguin – Budget referral $1,00,000 from ARPA to Eviction Defense to supplement Housing Retention, 25. Kesarwani – Budget referral $50,000 to expand Downtown Streets services to Gilman commercial and industrial areas twice weekly, 26. Bartlett, co-sponsor Arreguin – Budget referral $300,000 convert 62nd street between King and Adeline into a cul de sac with marked bicycle lane connecting Adeline to bicycle blvd on King, 27. Harrison - Support AB 2557 specifying that records of Civilian Law Enforcement Oversight Agencies are subject to the disclosure Requirements of the Public Records Act, 28. Hahn, so-sponsors Arreguin, Taplin, Harrison – Refer grant $150,000 for the benefit of Luna Dance Institute, 29. Hahn, co-sponsors Wengraf, Robinson - Budget referral $300,000 for bike, pedestrian and streetscape and re-paving Hopkins Corridor, 30. Hahn, co-sponsors Harrison, Wengraf – Budget referral $40,000 Solano Stroll September 11, 2022 and September 10, 2023, 31. Robinson – Support AB 2234 Postentitlement Permit Streamlining, ACTION: 32. CM – Accept Risk Analysis for Long-Term Debt (Bonding Capacity) provided by GFOA, 33. ZAB Appeal 1643-1647 California – to 1) create new lower basement level, 2) construct new 2nd story, 3) modify existing duplex layout resulting in 3,763 sq ft duplex on existing property, 34. CM – Zoning Ordinance Amendments that address technical edits and corrections, 35. CM – Submission of 2022 (FY2023) Annual Allocations of Federal HUD funds, 36. Resolution Accepting the Surveillance Technology Report for Automatic License Plate Readers (ALPRs), GPS Trackers, Body Worn Camera and Street Level Imagery, 37. CM – Hopkins Corridor Project Conceptual design, 38. Homeless Commission – a. Refer to the CM to develop a crisis stabilization program based on the Bend, Oregon model, b. CM - Staff response – use Amber House which has empty beds, , CSU too expensive and MediCal billing too complex, 39. Homeless Commission – a. direct CM to expand Berkeley Emergency Storm Shelter (BESS) to emergencies not otherwise covered including outside the dates of the current contract with Dorothy Day b. CM – staff response - refer to the budget process.
LAND USE CALENDAR:
Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
1205 Peralta – conversion of existing garage 5/10/2022
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with the End of the Appeal Period
2222 Blake – 2nd Story addition over 14’ in average height and addition of laudry and deck on 1st story 5/11/2022
1338 Carlotta – Major residential addition over 14’ in average height, alteration in NC front yard setback 5/11/2022
1415 Fifth – Convert an existing 2,257 sq ft residence into a 2491 sq ft duplex, construct new 2621 single family residence, 4/28/2022
1008 Grizzly Peak – install a hot tub in the rear yard 5/11/2022
1609 Kains – Raise existing home by 10 ft and construct new first floor, 4/27/2022
1126 Keith – AUPfor installation in backyard at grade cedar hot tub (6’ wide, 4’ deep on concrete pad 6” thick sunk 20” into ground 4/27/2022
1813 Parker - addition over 14’ in average height 4/27/2022
27 Parnassus – Roof deck addition exceeding 14’ in height in hillside district 4/27/2022
1301 Peralta - Major residential addition over 14’ in average height by creating 2nd story addition 5/11/2022
2908 Russell – addition of 2nd floor bathroom addition of over 14’ 4/27/2022
1425 Spruce – Re-frame the roof at the rear half of the house to extend the existing hip roof, add 20 sq feet rear addition on 2nd floor and legalize existing hot tub 5/11/2022
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
WORKSESSIONS:
April 26 - Special Meeting – Referral Prioritization Process, Berkeley Strategic Transportation Plan Update, Bond Capacity,
June 21 – Ballot Measure Development/Discussion
July 19 - open
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Alameda County LAFCO Presentation
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Mid-Year Budget Report FY 2022
Worth Noting - There is a lot happening this week.
Besides the special and regular council meetings on Tuesday, the City Departments present to the Council Budget Committee on Wednesday 12 - 4 pm and Thursday and Friday from 9 am – 5 pm. The Surveillance Report will be heard Tuesday evening at the Council 6 pm meeting, plus the Hopkins Corridor Redesign and the Homeless Commission referral for the development of a 24/7 crisis stabilization center.
Monday Zero waste will hear an update on the plastic recycling market. We might learn how much is “wish cycling” rather than actual recycling.
The parking pilot projects SmartSpace are on Wednesday for Elmwood and Thursday for Southside at 6:30 pm.
Wednesday evening at 7 pm the Parks, Recreation and Waterfront Commission has a full schedule including Greg Brown Park and an outdoor fitness court at Cesar Chavez Park and the Disaster and Fire Safety Commission called a special meeting on budget recommendations for Measures GG and FF funds and to reconsider spending $500,000 of Measure FF funds on Eucalyptus Groves on unknown private property sites in the hills. The Police Accountability Board makes the third Wednesday evening 7 pm meeting. Health and Welfare is at 6:30 pm.
There is a series of city meetings on bicycling in Berkeley starting Thursday at 12 – 1:30 pm.
Thursday evening the Zoning Adjustment Board takes up the 6-story project at 1201 San Pablo and removing four more tenant spaces from media /film and the Mental Health Commission will get the latest update on the Special Care Unit and access to crisis care in Berkeley.
Housing Survey for tenants https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/CABERKE/bulletins/314823c
BART Survey - https://bartberkeleyelcerritocap.participate.online/
Sunday, April 24, 2022 – no city meetings or events found
Monday, April 25, 2022
Agenda and Rules Committee at 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87190567466
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 871 9056 7466
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 5/10/2022 draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda after list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Worksessions, 6. Referrals for Scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review: 8. COVID, 9. Return to In-person meetings, Unscheduled Items: 10. Discussion Regarding Design and Strengthening of Policy Committees, 11. Supporting Commissions, Guidance on Legislative Proposals.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
Zero Waste Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/s/82587046286
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 ID: 825 8704 6286
AGENDA: 6. Staff reports Strategic Plan, Transfer Station Rates, C&D Processing RFP, FITES draft bag ordinance, Cal Move Out, Illegal dumping, single-use foodware, SB 1383, Discussion and Action: 1. Current recycling market updates and transparency regarding plastics, 2. Work Plan.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Zero_Waste_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Housing Element Event at 5 – 7 pm
In-person at Berkeley Bowl 2020 Oregon
Share feedback on housing goals and types of housing
Tuesday, April 26, 2022
CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL Meeting at 4 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83685329120
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 8368532 9120
AGENDA: 1. 2022 City Council Referral Prioritization Process Re-Weighted Range Voting (RRV), 2. Accept Risk Analysis for Long-Term Debt (Bonding Capacity) Report provided by Government Finance Officers Association, 3. Berkeley strategic Transportation Plan Update and Grant Application Opportunities.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83685329120
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 836 8532 9120
AGENDA:
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Wednesday, April 27, 2022
City Council Budget & Finance Committee at 12 – 4 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83134748814
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) ID: 831 3474 8814
AGENDA: Department Budget Presentations: 1. Office of City Manager including Economic Development, 2. Finance, 3. Human Resources, 4. Health, Housing & Community Services, 5. Measure P and Proposed Initial Recommendations.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Budget___Finance.aspx
Disaster and Fire Safety Commission Special Meeting at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81595546232
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 ID: 815 9554 6232
AGENDA: Measure GG and Measure FF Budget Recommendations, 2. Recommendation for Measure FF spending in FY 23 & FY 24 – Hazardous Vegetation Removal Program – Eucalyptus Groves
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Disaster_and_Fire_Safety_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Human Welfare & Community Action Commission at 6:30 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/4863098496
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 486 309 8496
AGENDA: 6. Work Plan,7. Review of Berkeley funded agency Program and Financial reports a. Through the Looking Glass, 8. Easy Does It lapse in services, 9. Potential infrastructure and affordable housing bonds/taxes, 10. Pathways facility, 11. Subcommittee update for prevention and ending homelessness in Berkeley, 12. Update Alta Bates.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Human_Welfare_and_Community_Action_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Parks, Recreation and Waterfront Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83911723812
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 876 1635 4584
AGENDA: 6. Chair’s Report, 7. Greg Brown Park – multiple entrances, 8. Director’s Report, 9. Update Commission referrals to council, TOT, Refuse Policy, Adopt-a-Spot, South Sailing Basin Dredging and State funding for Marina, 10. Proposed locations – outdoor fitness court at Cesar Chavez Park, 11. BMASP Community meeting #2 additional feedback, 12. Discussion/action 787 Bancroft Development,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Parks,_Recreation,_and_Waterfront_Commission.aspx
Police Accountability Board Special (PAB) meeting at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82318238840
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 823 1823 8840
AGENDA: 3. Public comment on agenda and non-agenda items, 5. Chair and Board reports, 6. PAB Director Report, 7. Chief Report, 8. Subcommittee Reports a) Fair & Impartial Policing, b) PAB Director Search, c) Regulations, d) Mental Health Issues, e) Policy 351, f) PAB Budget Proposal, 9. Old Business a. Update Search Committee, b. Discuss how to prioritize work of PAB, 10. a) Review commendations of BPD, b) Training Traffic Enforcement.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/ContentDisplay.aspx?id=162752
goBerkeley SmartSpace Parking Pilot - Elmwood at 6:30 pm – 8 pm
Register at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/goberkeley-smartspace-elmwood-community-meeting-3-tickets-310920179627
AGENDA: New alternatives to managing parking in Elmwood pilot area, changes to non-resident parking in residential areas Residential Parking Permit (RPP) near commercial
https://smartspace.goberkeley.info
EBMUD – Water Wednesday Speaker Series at 6 pm
Use link to register and obtain zoom links
AGENDA: Drought Update
https://www.ebmud.com/about-us/education-resources/water-wednesday
Thursday, April 28, 2022
City Council Budget & Finance Committee at 9 am – 5 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84955908549
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 849 5590 8549
AGENDA: Department Budget Presentations: 1. Planning and Development, 2. Public Works, 3. City Clerk, 4. Police, 5. Parks, Recreation & Waterfront, 6. Proposal to Allocate Revenues Generated by the Transient Occupancy Tax in Waterfront Area to the Marina Fund to Avoid Insolvency.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Budget___Finance.aspx
Bicycling in Berkeley at 12 pm – 1:30 pm
Use link to register and obtain zoom links
AGENDA: Provide feedback on bicycle plan
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/City_Manager/Press_Releases/2022/2022-04-14_Share_your_thoughts_on_bicycling_in_Berkeley.aspx
Mental Health Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83719253558
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 ID: 837 1925 3558
AGENDA: 3. Public Program on Exploring a Diversion Approach to People Experiencing Behavioral Health Crisis in Berkeley and Access of Crisis Services, 4. Bridge to SCU and SCU update, 6. Review and vote on application for Mental Health Commissioner, b. Mary Lee Smith, Glenn Turner, 7. May is Mental Health Month Proclamation, 8. Mental Health Manager’s Report, 9. Mental Health service Act FY23 Annual Update, 10. Santa Ria Jail Subcommittee Report, 11. Site Visit Subcommittee Report.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Mental_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Zoning Adjustment Board (ZAB) at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86568983962
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 822 3423 6079
AGENDA: 2. 2970 Adeline – on consent – convert 2nd floor commercial to residential dwelling units on 3,760 sq ft lot,
3. 2026 San Pablo – on consent – add service of distilled spirits incidental to food in existing restaurant
4. 2142 Oxford – on consent – allow distilled spirits in full-service restaurant
5. 1151 Grizzly Peak Blvd – recommend approve - legalize two accessory buildings in the rear yard of single-family dwelling
6. 1201 San Pablo - recommend approve – construct 6-story, mixed-use building on vacant lot, with 66 units (including 5 very low-income), 1,680 sq ft of commercial space, 2,514 sq ft of usable open space and 17-28 ground-level parking spaces,
7. 2600 Tenth Street - recommend approve – to change the use of four existing tenant spaces on the 1st and 2nd floors, totaling 20,367 sq ft from media production to a research and development use.
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
goBerkeley SmartSpace Parking - Southside/Telegraph at 6:30 pm – 8 pm
Register at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/goberkeley-smartspace-southsidetelegraph-community-meeting-3-tickets-310915024207?aff=ebdsoporgprofile
AGENDA: New alternatives to manage parking in Southside/Telegraph pilot area
https://smartspace.goberkeley.info
Poppin’ Thursday Roller Skate Party at 5 – 8 pm
Grove Park 1730 Oregon at Russell
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=17825
Friday, April 29, 2022
City Council Budget & Finance Committee at 9 am – 5 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88256590559
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) ID: 882 5659 0559
AGENDA: Department Budget Presentations: 1. Office of the director of Police Accountability, 2. City Auditor, 3. City Attorney, 4. Fire, 5. Information technology, 6. Responses to Questions from Prior Presentations and Discussion.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Budget___Finance.aspx
Saturday, April 30, 2022 & Sunday, May 1, 2022 no city events found
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April 25 Agenda and Rules Committee at 2:30 pm
DRAFT AGENDA for May 10, 2022
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87190567466
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 871 9056 7466
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
CONSENT: 1. Resolution Directing Legislative Bodies to Continue Meeting vis videoconference and teleconference, 2. Resolution to continue Ratify Local COVID-19 Emergency, 3. General Municipal Election 11/8/2022 including adopting policies and timelines for filing ballot measure arguments, 4. FY 2022 Annual Appropriations Ordinance, $53,155,906 (gross) and $43,380,083 (net), 5. Bid Solicitations $964,022, 6. FF Funds Purchase Order $250,000 ZOLL Medical for ECG Monitor/Defibrillators for emergency response vehicles, 7. GG Fire Prevention Funds $121,133 includes $14,552 contingency for carpet replacement at 1900 6th Street, 8. Contract $17,808 with JotForm, Inc, 9. Donation $54,167 for Berkeley Meals on Wheels, 10. Amend contract add $66,450 total $1,528,350 with Murray Building, Inc for Cazadero Camp Jensen Dormitory Construction Project, 11. Amend contract add $530,832 total $39,350,473 with Robert E. Boyer Construction Inc for Berkeley Tuolumne Cap Construction Project, 12. Chief Louis - Police Equipment & Community Safety Ordinance Impact Statements, Associated Equipment Policies and Annual Equipment Use Report, 13. Amend contract add $500,000 total $1,500,000 with Serological Research Institute for DNA Testing Services thru 6/30/2025, 14. Vision 2050: Strategic Asset Management Plan and Asset Management Policy, 15. Arts Commission - Public Art Funding 1.75% of the estimated cost of construction associated with eligible municipal capital improvement projects for art and cultural enrichment of public buildings, parks, streets and other public spaces. 16. Energy Commission – Recommendation that Vision 2050 Infrastructure Bond Prioritize Clean Mobility, 17. Landmarks Commission – Budget Referral $250,000 - $275,000 City-wide Historic Context Statement, 18. Arreguin – Support SB 1173 – Divestment from Fossil Fuels, 19. Arreguin – Approve expenditure from Mayor’s Office Budget $20,000 to Healthy Black Families, 20. Arreguin – Budget Referral $1,800,000 ($900,000 annually) for anti-displacement allocation per year 1. $250,000-housing retention, 2. Legal counseling tenants, $275,000 each to East Bay Community Law Center and EDC, 3. $100,000 Flexible Housing Subsidies for Homelessness Prevention, 21. Bartlett – Budget referral $50,000 for semi-diverter traffic bollards at east corner of Newbury and Ashby intersection, 22. Harrison – Budget referral $50,000 taffic calming on Dwight between Grant and California, 23. Droste, Arreguin – Budget referral $120,000 performance evaluation of City Attorney and Director of PAB, ACTION: 24. CM – FY 2023 and FY 2024 Proposed Budget Public Hearing #1, 25. Arreguin – Forgive $300,000 Loan to Housing Trust Loan to Berkeley Housing Authority, 26. Taplin – Refer to City Manager and Planning Commission to adopt Objective Standards for Efficiency Units, 27. Wengraf – Resolution Declaring May as Jewish American Heritage Month, INFORMATION REPORTS: 28. Fiscal Year 2022 Mid-year budget update, 29. LPO NOD 1940 Hearst, 30. LPO NOD 2523 Piedmont, LPO NOD 31. 2580 Bancroft Way, 32. Mental Health Commission Work Plan.
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April 26 REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83685329120
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 836 8532 9120
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
CONSENT: 1. Amend Contract add $151,000 total $200,000 with Rebecca Burnside for Personnel Investigations, 2. 2nd reading Collection of Parking Space Rental Tax for City Owned Parking Lots, 3. Minutes, 4. Acceptance of $2,200,000 donation from UCB to support 6 months of operations at Rodeway in for sheltering homeless at People’s Park, 5. Contract $3,993,397 with Abode Services to Operate Interim Housing at the Rodeway Inn from 5/1/2022-10/31/2023, 6. Urgency Ordinance for leasing 1461 University, 7. Contract $250,000 with Village of Love for Operation of Telegraph Neighborhood Sacred Rest Drop-in Center 6/1/2022 – 5/31/2023, 8. Endorsement of Alameda County Home Together 2026 Implementation Plan, 9. $10,914,400 Formal Bid Solicitations, 10. Contract add $60,000 total $160,000 Measure FF Funds with Fire Aside for Defensible Space Inspection Software 5/18/2022 – 5/17/2024 with option to extend 4 years for total $160,000, 11. Commission Reorganization of Community Health Commission to reduce membership to 9 and consolidate functions from 10 to 4, 12. Contract add $76,648 total $432,470 with Pacific Site Management for landscaping services and extend to 6/30/2023, 13. Amend contract add $19,350 total $82350 with Resource Development Associates for Crisis Assessment and Triage Line Evaluation, 14. Grant Application $60,000 with match $6,000 for Surrendered and Abandoned Vessel Exchange (SAVE), 15. Total all Contracts $600,000 for Climate Equity Fund Pilot Programs 5/1/2022-5/31/2024, 1) $83,334 Association for Energy Affordability, 2) $83,333 BlocPower, 3) $100,000 Ecology Center, 4) $83,333 Northern California Land Trust, 5) $250,000 Waterside Workshops, 16. Contract (numbers do not add up to listed total of $550,000) with Diablo Engineering Group for Preliminary Engineering and Final Design for the Ohlone Greenway Modernization and Safety project $220,000, plus $14,000 for as needed project related services, plus $234,000 6/1/2022 – 12/31/2024, 17. Contract $300,000 with ParkMobile, LLC for Mobile Parking Payment Services (mobile payment on-street meters and parking garage reservations 7/1/2022-6/30/2025, 18. Contract add $225,000 total $2,050,000 with Portable Computer systems dba PCS Mobile for Parking Permit and Citation Services extend to 6/30/2024, 19. Contract (no cost) with Chrisp Company for Roadway Thermoplastic Markings and extend to 6/30/2024 with option 3 one-year extensions, 20. Amend Contract add $1,000,000 total $3,500,000 with Pavement Engineering, Inc, for on-call civil engineering and construction management services, 21. Lease with Options Recovery for 1835 Allston Way, Old City Hall Annex1/1/202-12/31/2024 with 2 5-year renewal options, 22. Purchase order $1,731,000 with Western Truck Center for 4 Front Loaders, 23. Arreguin - Bay Area Book Festival Relinquishment $1068 from Mayor’s discretionary funds 24. Arreguin – Budget referral $1,00,000 from ARPA to Eviction Defense to supplement Housing Retention, 25. Kesarwani – Budget referral $50,000 to expand Downtown Streets services to Gilman commercial and industrial areas twice weekly, 26. Bartlett, co-sponsor Arreguin – Budget referral $300,000 convert 62nd street between King and Adeline into a cul de sac with marked bicycle lane connecting Adeline to bicycle blvd on King, 27. Harrison - Support AB 2557 specifying that records of Civilian Law Enforcement Oversight Agencies are subject to the disclosure Requirements of the Public Records Act, 28. Hahn, so-sponsors Arreguin, Taplin, Harrison – Refer grant $150,000 for the benefit of Luna Dance Institute, 29. Hahn, co-sponsors Wengraf, Robinson - Budget referral $300,000 for bike, pedestrian and streetscape and re-paving Hopkins Corridor, 30. Hahn, co-sponsors Harrison, Wengraf – Budget referral $40,000 Solano Stroll September 11, 2022 and September 10, 2023, 31. Robinson – Support AB 2234 Postentitlement Permit Streamlining, ACTION: 32. CM – Accept Risk Analysis for Long-Term Debt (Bonding Capacity) provided by GFOA, 33. ZAB Appeal 1643-1647 California – to 1) create new lower basement level, 2) construct new 2nd story, 3) modify existing duplex layout resulting in 3,763 sq ft duplex on existing property, 34. CM – Zoning Ordinance Amendments that address technical edits and corrections, 35. CM – Submission of 2022 (FY2023) Annual Allocations of Federal HUD funds, 36. Resolution Accepting the Surveillance Technology Report for Automatic License Plate Readers (ALPRs), GPS Trackers, Body Worn Camera and Street Level Imagery, 37. CM – Hopkins Corridor Project Conceptual design, 38. Homeless Commission – a. Refer to the CM to develop a crisis stabilization program based on the Bend, Oregon model, b. CM - Staff response – use Amber House which has empty beds, , CSU too expensive and MediCal billing too complex, 39. Homeless Commission – a. direct CM to expand Berkeley Emergency Storm Shelter (BESS) to emergencies not otherwise covered including outside the dates of the current contract with Dorothy Day b. CM – staff response - refer to the budget process.
LAND USE CALENDAR:
Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
1205 Peralta – conversion of existing garage 5/10/2022
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with the End of the Appeal Period
2222 Blake – 2nd Story addition over 14’ in average height and addition of laudry and deck on 1st story 5/11/2022
1338 Carlotta – Major residential addition over 14’ in average height, alteration in NC front yard setback 5/11/2022
1415 Fifth – Convert an existing 2,257 sq ft residence into a 2491 sq ft duplex, construct new 2621 single family residence, 4/28/2022
1008 Grizzly Peak – install a hot tub in the rear yard 5/11/2022
1609 Kains – Raise existing home by 10 ft and construct new first floor, 4/27/2022
1126 Keith – AUPfor installation in backyard at grade cedar hot tub (6’ wide, 4’ deep on concrete pad 6” thick sunk 20” into ground 4/27/2022
1813 Parker - addition over 14’ in average height 4/27/2022
27 Parnassus – Roof deck addition exceeding 14’ in height in hillside district 4/27/2022
1301 Peralta - Major residential addition over 14’ in average height by creating 2nd story addition 5/11/2022
2908 Russell – addition of 2nd floor bathroom addition of over 14’ 4/27/2022
1425 Spruce – Re-frame the roof at the rear half of the house to extend the existing hip roof, add 20 sq feet rear addition on 2nd floor and legalize existing hot tub 5/11/2022
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
WORKSESSIONS:
April 26 - Special Meeting – Referral Prioritization Process, Berkeley Strategic Transportation Plan Update, Bond Capacity,
June 21 – Ballot Measure Development/Discussion
July 19 - open
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Alameda County LAFCO Presentation
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Mid-Year Budget Report FY 2022
April 17 - April 24, 2022
Worth Noting:
Once more we heard from the Mayor this week that the City Manager’s response to the Reimagining Public Safety will occur. Mayor Arreguin said it will be April 21. There is no posting of the meeting. Posting at the last minute has become all too common, check later https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx The Rent Board, Design Review Committee and the Transportation Commission are all scheduled for Thursday evening, April 21st. The April 26th Council agenda is available for comment. Items of note are the Surveillance Report, the Homeless Commission referral for a crisis stabilization center and storm shelters. Use the same link or scroll down to find the agenda list between the list of meetings and Land Use Calendar.
In the long list of meetings, these are picked as key where your attendance/comment may make a difference. There are other meetings in the list that also deserve your attention. Local actions matter!
Monday at 10:30 am the Public Safety Committee takes up warrantless searches and prohibition of discriminatory reports.
Tuesday 9 am the Budget Committee will continue the unfinished items from Thursday on paving, budgeting, and electrification. At 6 pm the presentation and discussion of the planning for the housing developments at the Ashby and North Berkeley BART stations follows a presentation by the Fire Department.
Wednesday at 7 pm is the last community meeting on Vision 2050. There will be a ballot measure in November. There is so much on Wednesday that you could be attending meetings from noon through the evening with barely a break from 3:30 – 5:30 pm. I have never attended a PG&E webinar so I cannot tell you whether that 5:30 pm meeting on wildfire safety is worth your time – it does look like it will be recorded.
Thursday at 7 pm Design review includes three interesting projects and the Transportation Commission includes BerkDOT, Hopkins Corridor and Adeline Plaza and possibly reimagining policing.
Saturday is Earth Day and I leave you to find and decide on your own activity. There are plenty to choose from. The City sponsored event for the waterfront which is listed.
Sunday, April 17, 2022 – Easter, Passover, Ramadan
Monday, April 18, 2022
City Council Public Safety Committee at 10:30 am (members Taplin, Kesawani, Wengraf)
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84938614551
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 849 3861 4551
AGENDA: 2. Droste co-sponsor Taplin - Revisions to Section 311.6 Warrantless Searches of Individuals on Supervised Release Search Conditions of Berkeley Police Department Law, 3. Harrison, co-sponsor Hahn - Add Chapter 13.09 to BMC Prohibiting Discriminatory Reports to Law Enforcement, 4. Disaster and Fire Safety Commission – Parking Enforcement of Existing Parking Code in Fire Zones 2 & 3.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Public_Safety.aspx
4x4 Joint Task Force Committee on Housing: Rent Board/City Council at 3 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81166286812?pwd=SmM3Uk94L2dKTHA0T21IVWFBQTVPUT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 811 6628 6812 Passcode: 458408
AGENDA Discussion and possible action: 6. Revisions to the Demolition Ordinance, 7. Memorandum regarding the potential for adding more rent controlled units under CA Civil Code Section 1954.52(b), 8. Relocation Ordinance and suggested additions from previous discussion regarding Tenant Habitability Plan Ordinance, 9. Various amendments to the Rent Stabilization and Eviction for Good Cause Ordinance.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/4x4_Committee_Homepage.aspx
Homeless Services Panel of Experts Special Meeting at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/92491365323
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 924 9136 5323
AGENDA: 6. Discussion and possible action towards recommendation of allocation of Measure P monies in current budget cycle.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Homeless_Services_Panel_of_Experts.aspx
Tuesday, April 19, 2022
City Council Budget & Finance Committee at 9 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87174090877
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID:871 7409 0877
AGENDA: 1. Kesarwani, co-sponsors Taplin, Wengraf, Droste - Budget Referral: Street Maintenance Funding – 3 yr street paving financing plan to bring total annual budget to $51.1 million. 2. Harrison – Budget Referral for Capital Improvements, Street, Sidewalk, Micromobility and Transit, 3. CM- FY 22 AAO #2 Update, 4. CM- Discussion Budget Engagement Strategies.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Budget___Finance.aspx
City Council CLOSED SESSION at 4 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87106067473
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 871 0606 7473
AGENDA: 1. Conference with legal counsel – existing litigation Worthy v. City of Berkeley, et.al
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87841008933
Teleconference: 1-699-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 878 4100 8933
AGENDA: 1. Fire Department Standards of Coverage and Community Risk Assessment Study, 2. Ashby and North Berkeley BART Transit-Oriented Development.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Wednesday, April 20, 2022
City/UC/Student Relations Committee Special Meeting at 12 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82268262581
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 ID: 822 6826 2581
AGENDA: 2. Public Comment, 3. Minutes, 4. Introductions to new ASUC leadership, 5. Seamless Bay Area – mission to transform fragmented public transportation into unified system 6. Strategies to support unhoused community members in People’s Park and Telegraph Neighborhood, 7. Priorities for spending future allocations of UC/CoB settlement agreement payments, 8. GLA (group living ordinance update.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/City/UC/Student_Relations_Committee.aspx
City Council Facilities, Infrastructure, Transportation, Environment & Sustainability Committee (FITES) at 2:30 pm,
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83191415939
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) ID: 831 9141 5939
AGENDA: 2. Harrison, co-sponsor Hahn – Consider Strategies and Make Recommendations to Council and Staff to Ensure Potential Infrastructure Bond Expenditure is Consistent with Climate Action Goals and Other Environmental Policies,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Facilities,_Infrastructure,_Transportation,_Environment,___Sustainability.aspx
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board Outreach Committee at 5:15 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89090202321?pwd=cGxPa0IxSllvVi95dmZQcWhWTVBOQT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 890 9020 2321 Passcode: 140743
AGENDA: 6. Staff update regarding social media 7. Staff update on website revamp and new 3Di Case Management/Public Platform, 8. Discussion/possible action regarding 2022 Tenant Survey, 9. Fair Chance Ordinance a. Promotion Video for the new law https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wp8CVZdKUV0, May 9 5pm Webinar hosted by Berkeley Property Owners and co-presenters JustCities and Berkeley Rent Board, 10. Staff report on status of Eviction Moratorium/Ellis Act.
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Commission on Aging at 1:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87859343194
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 ID: post lists 726 7423 9145
However, telephone link is usually the same as zoom 878 5934 3194
AGENDA: 4. Workplan, 5. Commission liaisons – reports and updates, 6. Older adult community forum, 7. Systemic Ageism, 8. Public Safety crosswalks at major intersections, city sidewalks, 9. Commissioner recruitment, 10. Tenants Opportunity to Purchase Act.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Aging_Homepage.aspx
Commission on the Status of Women at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81443013997?pwd=aXR0Yjl0ZVhqYUZtWXlQejRMcm5zUT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 ID: 814 4301 3997
AGENDA: 5. Workplan, 6. Update on domestic violence, gender-based violence transitional housing/shelter recommendation, 7. Update on Roe v. Wade event, 8. Letter to Council, City Manager requesting contractor gender equity under Mason-Tillman, 9. Recommendation to sign on support of sexual assault victims at FCI in Dublin, 10 Proclamation in honor of Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_the_Status_of_Women_Homepage.aspx
Vision 2050 Community meeting at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83637304228
Teleconference & ID: teleconference option not provided
AGENDA: Presentation of infrastructure needs and potential methods of financing with Q&A session. This session is assigned to Districts 1 & 2, but if you missed your neighborhood session, attend this one as it is the last in the series.
https://www.berkeleyvision2050.org/
Community for a Cultural Civic Center at 12 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88153954875?pwd=WGxqRndONmE1N0FCOTdMd2FBMHhhUT09
Teleconference: ID:
AGENDA: Liam Garland and Elmar Kapfer will talk about Phase 2 of the Civic Center Vision Project.
https://berkeleycccc.org/latest-updates
PG&E Wildfire Safety Webinar at 5:30 pm
Link to webinar schedule:
https://www.pge.com/en_US/safety/emergency-preparedness/natural-disaster/wildfires/community-wildfire-safety-open-house-meetings.page?cid=em_PSPS_20220412-PSPS-AllCustomerWebinarInvite-c4789_20220412_firesafetywebinars_email_na_na
Thursday, April 21, 2022
City Council Land Use, Housing & Economic Development Committee at 10:30 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83907679586
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) ID: 839 0767 9568
AGENDA: 2. Election of chair, 3. Small business listening session.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Land_Use,_Housing___Economic_Development.aspx
Announced but not posted City Council Special Meeting
AGENDA: City Manager/Staff response to reimagining public safety presentations - this meeting has already been postponed once, Mayor Arreguin announced as occurring 4/21/2022 but is not posted, check later.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board at 7 pm
Videoconference, Teleconference: ID: check after Monday for links
AGENDA: agenda not posted check after Monday
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Design Review Committee at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81450123842
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 814 5012 3842
AGENDA: 2000 University (at Milvia) – final design review – demolish two existing commercial structures and construction of a new 8-story mixed-use building with 81 dwelling units and ground floor commercial
2440 Shattuck (at Haste)– preliminary design review – demolish existing commercial building and construct an 8-story, mixed use building with 40 dwelling units and 2700 sq ft of ground floor commercial space
2065 Kittredge (at Harold adjacent to Shattuck Hotel) – advisory comments – demolish existing commercial building and construct 8-story mixed-use with 188 residential units (including 4 live-work) and 43 underground parking spaces,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/designreview/
Transportation Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82459281281
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 or 1-669-900-9128 ID: 824 5928 1281
AGENDA Discussion/Action: 1. Vision 2050, 2. BerkDOT, 3. Hopkins Corridor, 4. Adeline Right-of Way and Plaza Options, 5. TNC Tax Allocation Priorities,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Transportation_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Friday, April 22, 2022
2x2 Committee at 8:30 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83637501564
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 ID: 836 3750 1564
AGENDA: not posted check later
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/2x2_Committee_Homepage.aspx
Saturday, April 23, 2022 – Passover ends
EARTH DAY – Berkeley waterfront Day Cleanup Event at 9 am – 12 pm
Shorebird Park Nature Center at 160 University
Supply of gloves and buckets will be limited so bring your own if you can
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=17811
Sunday, April 24, 2022 – no events or city meetings found
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April 26 REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83685329120
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 836 8532 9120
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
CONSENT: 1. Amend Contract add $151,000 total $200,000 with Rebecca Burnside for Personnel Investigations, 2. 2nd reading Collection of Parking Space Rental Tax for City Owned Parking Lots, 3. Minutes, 4. Acceptance of $2,200,000 donation from UCB to support 6 months of operations at Rodeway in for sheltering homeless at People’s Park, 5. Contract $3,993,397 with Abode Services to Operate Interim Housing at the Rodeway Inn from 5/1/2022-10/31/2023, 6. Urgency Ordinance for leasing 1461 University, 7. Contract $250,000 with Village of Love for Operation of Telegraph Neighborhood Sacred Rest Drop-in Center 6/1/2022 – 5/31/2023, 8. Endorsement of Alameda County Home Together 2026 Implementation Plan, 9. $10,914,400 Formal Bid Solicitations, 10. Contract add $60,000 total $160,000 Measure FF Funds with Fire Aside for Defensible Space Inspection Software 5/18/2022 – 5/17/2024 with option to extend 4 years for total $160,000, 11. Commission Reorganization of Community Health Commission to reduce membership to 9 and consolidate functions from 10 to 4, 12. Contract add $76,648 total $432,470 with Pacific Site Management for landscaping services and extend to 6/30/2023, 13. Amend contract add $19,350 total $82350 with Resource Development Associates for Crisis Assessment and Triage Line Evaluation, 14. Grant Application $60,000 with match $6,000 for Surrendered and Abandoned Vessel Exchange (SAVE), 15. Total all Contracts $600,000 for Climate Equity Fund Pilot Programs 5/1/2022-5/31/2024, 1) $83,334 Association for Energy Affordability, 2) $83,333 BlocPower, 3) $100,000 Ecology Center, 4) $83,333 Northern California Land Trust, 5) $250,000 Waterside Workshops, 16. Contract (numbers do not add up to listed total of $550,000) with Diablo Engineering Group for Preliminary Engineering and Final Design for the Ohlone Greenway Modernization and Safety project $220,000, plus $14,000 for as needed project related services, plus $234,000 6/1/2022 – 12/31/2024, 17. Contract $300,000 with ParkMobile, LLC for Mobile Parking Payment Services (mobile payment on-street meters and parking garage reservations 7/1/2022-6/30/2025, 18. Contract add $225,000 total $2,050,000 with Portable Computer systems dba PCS Mobile for Parking Permit and Citation Services extend to 6/30/2024, 19. Contract (no cost) with Chrisp Company for Roadway Thermoplastic Markings and extend to 6/30/2024 with option 3 one-year extensions, 20. Amend Contract add $1,000,000 total $3,500,000 with Pavement Engineering, Inc, for on-call civil engineering and construction management services, 21. Lease with Options Recovery for 1835 Allston Way, Old City Hall Annex1/1/202-12/31/2024 with 2 5-year renewal options, 22. Purchase order $1,731,000 with Western Truck Center for 4 Front Loaders, 23. Arreguin - Bay Area Book Festival Relinquishment $1068 from Mayor’s discretionary funds 24. Arreguin – Budget referral $1,00,000 from ARPA to Eviction Defense to supplement Housing Retention, 25. Kesarwani – Budget referral $50,000 to expand Downtown Streets services to Gilman commercial and industrial areas twice weekly, 26. Bartlett, co-sponsor Arreguin – Budget referral $300,000 convert 62nd street between King and Adeline into a cul de sac with marked bicycle lane connecting Adeline to bicycle blvd on King, 27. Harrison - Support AB 2557 specifying that records of Civilian Law Enforcement Oversight Agencies are subject to the disclosure Requirements of the Public Records Act, 28. Hahn, so-sponsors Arreguin, Taplin, Harrison – Refer grant $150,000 for the benefit of Luna Dance Institute, 29. Hahn, co-sponsors Wengraf, Robinson - Budget referral $300,000 for bike, pedestrian and streetscape and re-paving Hopkins Corridor, 30. Hahn, co-sponsors Harrison, Wengraf – Budget referral $40,000 Solano Stroll September 11, 2022 and September 10, 2023, 31. Robinson – Support AB 2234 Postentitlement Permit Streamlining, ACTION: 32. CM – Accept Risk Analysis for Long-Term Debt (Bonding Capacity) provided by GFOA, 33. ZAB Appeal 1643-1647 California – to 1) create new lower basement level, 2) construct new 2nd story, 3) modify exiting duplex layout resulting in 3,763 sq ft duplex on existing property, 34. CM – Zoning Ordinance Amendments that address technical edits and corrections, 35. CM – Submission of 2022 (FY2023) Annual Allocations of Federal HUD funds, 36. Resolution Accepting the Surveillance Technology Report for Automatic License Plate Readers (ALPRs), GPS Trackers, Body Worn Camera and Street Level Imagery, 37. CM – Hopkins Corridor Project Conceptual design, 38. Homeless Commission – a. Refer to the CM to develop a crisis stabilization program based on the Bend, Oregon model, b. CM - Staff response – use Amber House which has empty beds, , CSU too expensive and MediCal billing too complex, 39. Homeless Commission – a. direct CM to expand Berkeley Emergency Storm Shelter (BESS) to emergencies not otherwise covered including outside the dates of the current contract with Dorothy Day b. CM – staff response - refer to the budget process.
LAND USE CALENDAR:
Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
1205 Peralta – conversion of existing garage 5/10/2022
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with the End of the Appeal Period
1415 Fifth – Convert an existing 2,257 sq ft residence into a 2491 sq ft duplex, construct new 2621 single family residence, 4/28/2022
1609 Kains – Raise existing home by 10 ft and construct new first floor, 4/27/2022
1126 Keith – AUPfor installation in backyard at grade cedar hot tub (6’ wide, 4’ deep on concrete pad 6” thick sunk 20” into ground 4/27/2022
1813 Parker - addition over 14’ in average height 4/27/2022
27 Parnassus – Roof deck addition exceeding 14’ in height in hillside district 4/27/2022
2908 Russell – addition of 2nd floor bathroom addition of over 14’ 4/27/2022
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
WORKSESSIONS:
April 14 - Special Meeting – Reimagining Public Safety – rescheduled to April 21
April 19 – Fire Department Standards of Coverage Study, BART Station Planning
April 26 - Special Meeting – Berkeley Strategic Transportation Plan Update, Bond Capacity,
June 21 – Ballot Measure Development/Discussion (tentative)
July 19 - open
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Alameda County LAFCO Presentation
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Mid-Year Budget Report FY 2022
Worth Noting:
Once more we heard from the Mayor this week that the City Manager’s response to the Reimagining Public Safety will occur. Mayor Arreguin said it will be April 21. There is no posting of the meeting. Posting at the last minute has become all too common, check later https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx The Rent Board, Design Review Committee and the Transportation Commission are all scheduled for Thursday evening, April 21st. The April 26th Council agenda is available for comment. Items of note are the Surveillance Report, the Homeless Commission referral for a crisis stabilization center and storm shelters. Use the same link or scroll down to find the agenda list between the list of meetings and Land Use Calendar.
In the long list of meetings, these are picked as key where your attendance/comment may make a difference. There are other meetings in the list that also deserve your attention. Local actions matter!
Monday at 10:30 am the Public Safety Committee takes up warrantless searches and prohibition of discriminatory reports.
Tuesday 9 am the Budget Committee will continue the unfinished items from Thursday on paving, budgeting, and electrification. At 6 pm the presentation and discussion of the planning for the housing developments at the Ashby and North Berkeley BART stations follows a presentation by the Fire Department.
Wednesday at 7 pm is the last community meeting on Vision 2050. There will be a ballot measure in November. There is so much on Wednesday that you could be attending meetings from noon through the evening with barely a break from 3:30 – 5:30 pm. I have never attended a PG&E webinar so I cannot tell you whether that 5:30 pm meeting on wildfire safety is worth your time – it does look like it will be recorded.
Thursday at 7 pm Design review includes three interesting projects and the Transportation Commission includes BerkDOT, Hopkins Corridor and Adeline Plaza and possibly reimagining policing.
Saturday is Earth Day and I leave you to find and decide on your own activity. There are plenty to choose from. The City sponsored event for the waterfront which is listed.
Sunday, April 17, 2022 – Easter, Passover, Ramadan
Monday, April 18, 2022
City Council Public Safety Committee at 10:30 am (members Taplin, Kesawani, Wengraf)
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84938614551
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 849 3861 4551
AGENDA: 2. Droste co-sponsor Taplin - Revisions to Section 311.6 Warrantless Searches of Individuals on Supervised Release Search Conditions of Berkeley Police Department Law, 3. Harrison, co-sponsor Hahn - Add Chapter 13.09 to BMC Prohibiting Discriminatory Reports to Law Enforcement, 4. Disaster and Fire Safety Commission – Parking Enforcement of Existing Parking Code in Fire Zones 2 & 3.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Public_Safety.aspx
4x4 Joint Task Force Committee on Housing: Rent Board/City Council at 3 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81166286812?pwd=SmM3Uk94L2dKTHA0T21IVWFBQTVPUT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 811 6628 6812 Passcode: 458408
AGENDA Discussion and possible action: 6. Revisions to the Demolition Ordinance, 7. Memorandum regarding the potential for adding more rent controlled units under CA Civil Code Section 1954.52(b), 8. Relocation Ordinance and suggested additions from previous discussion regarding Tenant Habitability Plan Ordinance, 9. Various amendments to the Rent Stabilization and Eviction for Good Cause Ordinance.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/4x4_Committee_Homepage.aspx
Homeless Services Panel of Experts Special Meeting at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/92491365323
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 924 9136 5323
AGENDA: 6. Discussion and possible action towards recommendation of allocation of Measure P monies in current budget cycle.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Homeless_Services_Panel_of_Experts.aspx
Tuesday, April 19, 2022
City Council Budget & Finance Committee at 9 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87174090877
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID:871 7409 0877
AGENDA: 1. Kesarwani, co-sponsors Taplin, Wengraf, Droste - Budget Referral: Street Maintenance Funding – 3 yr street paving financing plan to bring total annual budget to $51.1 million. 2. Harrison – Budget Referral for Capital Improvements, Street, Sidewalk, Micromobility and Transit, 3. CM- FY 22 AAO #2 Update, 4. CM- Discussion Budget Engagement Strategies.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Budget___Finance.aspx
City Council CLOSED SESSION at 4 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87106067473
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 871 0606 7473
AGENDA: 1. Conference with legal counsel – existing litigation Worthy v. City of Berkeley, et.al
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87841008933
Teleconference: 1-699-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 878 4100 8933
AGENDA: 1. Fire Department Standards of Coverage and Community Risk Assessment Study, 2. Ashby and North Berkeley BART Transit-Oriented Development.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Wednesday, April 20, 2022
City/UC/Student Relations Committee Special Meeting at 12 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82268262581
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 ID: 822 6826 2581
AGENDA: 2. Public Comment, 3. Minutes, 4. Introductions to new ASUC leadership, 5. Seamless Bay Area – mission to transform fragmented public transportation into unified system 6. Strategies to support unhoused community members in People’s Park and Telegraph Neighborhood, 7. Priorities for spending future allocations of UC/CoB settlement agreement payments, 8. GLA (group living ordinance update.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/City/UC/Student_Relations_Committee.aspx
City Council Facilities, Infrastructure, Transportation, Environment & Sustainability Committee (FITES) at 2:30 pm,
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83191415939
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) ID: 831 9141 5939
AGENDA: 2. Harrison, co-sponsor Hahn – Consider Strategies and Make Recommendations to Council and Staff to Ensure Potential Infrastructure Bond Expenditure is Consistent with Climate Action Goals and Other Environmental Policies,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Facilities,_Infrastructure,_Transportation,_Environment,___Sustainability.aspx
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board Outreach Committee at 5:15 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89090202321?pwd=cGxPa0IxSllvVi95dmZQcWhWTVBOQT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 890 9020 2321 Passcode: 140743
AGENDA: 6. Staff update regarding social media 7. Staff update on website revamp and new 3Di Case Management/Public Platform, 8. Discussion/possible action regarding 2022 Tenant Survey, 9. Fair Chance Ordinance a. Promotion Video for the new law https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wp8CVZdKUV0, May 9 5pm Webinar hosted by Berkeley Property Owners and co-presenters JustCities and Berkeley Rent Board, 10. Staff report on status of Eviction Moratorium/Ellis Act.
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Commission on Aging at 1:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87859343194
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 ID: post lists 726 7423 9145
However, telephone link is usually the same as zoom 878 5934 3194
AGENDA: 4. Workplan, 5. Commission liaisons – reports and updates, 6. Older adult community forum, 7. Systemic Ageism, 8. Public Safety crosswalks at major intersections, city sidewalks, 9. Commissioner recruitment, 10. Tenants Opportunity to Purchase Act.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Aging_Homepage.aspx
Commission on the Status of Women at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81443013997?pwd=aXR0Yjl0ZVhqYUZtWXlQejRMcm5zUT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 ID: 814 4301 3997
AGENDA: 5. Workplan, 6. Update on domestic violence, gender-based violence transitional housing/shelter recommendation, 7. Update on Roe v. Wade event, 8. Letter to Council, City Manager requesting contractor gender equity under Mason-Tillman, 9. Recommendation to sign on support of sexual assault victims at FCI in Dublin, 10 Proclamation in honor of Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_the_Status_of_Women_Homepage.aspx
Vision 2050 Community meeting at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83637304228
Teleconference & ID: teleconference option not provided
AGENDA: Presentation of infrastructure needs and potential methods of financing with Q&A session. This session is assigned to Districts 1 & 2, but if you missed your neighborhood session, attend this one as it is the last in the series.
https://www.berkeleyvision2050.org/
Community for a Cultural Civic Center at 12 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88153954875?pwd=WGxqRndONmE1N0FCOTdMd2FBMHhhUT09
Teleconference: ID:
AGENDA: Liam Garland and Elmar Kapfer will talk about Phase 2 of the Civic Center Vision Project.
https://berkeleycccc.org/latest-updates
PG&E Wildfire Safety Webinar at 5:30 pm
Link to webinar schedule:
https://www.pge.com/en_US/safety/emergency-preparedness/natural-disaster/wildfires/community-wildfire-safety-open-house-meetings.page?cid=em_PSPS_20220412-PSPS-AllCustomerWebinarInvite-c4789_20220412_firesafetywebinars_email_na_na
Thursday, April 21, 2022
City Council Land Use, Housing & Economic Development Committee at 10:30 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83907679586
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) ID: 839 0767 9568
AGENDA: 2. Election of chair, 3. Small business listening session.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Land_Use,_Housing___Economic_Development.aspx
Announced but not posted City Council Special Meeting
AGENDA: City Manager/Staff response to reimagining public safety presentations - this meeting has already been postponed once, Mayor Arreguin announced as occurring 4/21/2022 but is not posted, check later.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board at 7 pm
Videoconference, Teleconference: ID: check after Monday for links
AGENDA: agenda not posted check after Monday
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Design Review Committee at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81450123842
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 814 5012 3842
AGENDA: 2000 University (at Milvia) – final design review – demolish two existing commercial structures and construction of a new 8-story mixed-use building with 81 dwelling units and ground floor commercial
2440 Shattuck (at Haste)– preliminary design review – demolish existing commercial building and construct an 8-story, mixed use building with 40 dwelling units and 2700 sq ft of ground floor commercial space
2065 Kittredge (at Harold adjacent to Shattuck Hotel) – advisory comments – demolish existing commercial building and construct 8-story mixed-use with 188 residential units (including 4 live-work) and 43 underground parking spaces,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/designreview/
Transportation Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82459281281
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 or 1-669-900-9128 ID: 824 5928 1281
AGENDA Discussion/Action: 1. Vision 2050, 2. BerkDOT, 3. Hopkins Corridor, 4. Adeline Right-of Way and Plaza Options, 5. TNC Tax Allocation Priorities,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Transportation_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Friday, April 22, 2022
2x2 Committee at 8:30 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83637501564
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 ID: 836 3750 1564
AGENDA: not posted check later
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/2x2_Committee_Homepage.aspx
Saturday, April 23, 2022 – Passover ends
EARTH DAY – Berkeley waterfront Day Cleanup Event at 9 am – 12 pm
Shorebird Park Nature Center at 160 University
Supply of gloves and buckets will be limited so bring your own if you can
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=17811
Sunday, April 24, 2022 – no events or city meetings found
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April 26 REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83685329120
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 836 8532 9120
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
CONSENT: 1. Amend Contract add $151,000 total $200,000 with Rebecca Burnside for Personnel Investigations, 2. 2nd reading Collection of Parking Space Rental Tax for City Owned Parking Lots, 3. Minutes, 4. Acceptance of $2,200,000 donation from UCB to support 6 months of operations at Rodeway in for sheltering homeless at People’s Park, 5. Contract $3,993,397 with Abode Services to Operate Interim Housing at the Rodeway Inn from 5/1/2022-10/31/2023, 6. Urgency Ordinance for leasing 1461 University, 7. Contract $250,000 with Village of Love for Operation of Telegraph Neighborhood Sacred Rest Drop-in Center 6/1/2022 – 5/31/2023, 8. Endorsement of Alameda County Home Together 2026 Implementation Plan, 9. $10,914,400 Formal Bid Solicitations, 10. Contract add $60,000 total $160,000 Measure FF Funds with Fire Aside for Defensible Space Inspection Software 5/18/2022 – 5/17/2024 with option to extend 4 years for total $160,000, 11. Commission Reorganization of Community Health Commission to reduce membership to 9 and consolidate functions from 10 to 4, 12. Contract add $76,648 total $432,470 with Pacific Site Management for landscaping services and extend to 6/30/2023, 13. Amend contract add $19,350 total $82350 with Resource Development Associates for Crisis Assessment and Triage Line Evaluation, 14. Grant Application $60,000 with match $6,000 for Surrendered and Abandoned Vessel Exchange (SAVE), 15. Total all Contracts $600,000 for Climate Equity Fund Pilot Programs 5/1/2022-5/31/2024, 1) $83,334 Association for Energy Affordability, 2) $83,333 BlocPower, 3) $100,000 Ecology Center, 4) $83,333 Northern California Land Trust, 5) $250,000 Waterside Workshops, 16. Contract (numbers do not add up to listed total of $550,000) with Diablo Engineering Group for Preliminary Engineering and Final Design for the Ohlone Greenway Modernization and Safety project $220,000, plus $14,000 for as needed project related services, plus $234,000 6/1/2022 – 12/31/2024, 17. Contract $300,000 with ParkMobile, LLC for Mobile Parking Payment Services (mobile payment on-street meters and parking garage reservations 7/1/2022-6/30/2025, 18. Contract add $225,000 total $2,050,000 with Portable Computer systems dba PCS Mobile for Parking Permit and Citation Services extend to 6/30/2024, 19. Contract (no cost) with Chrisp Company for Roadway Thermoplastic Markings and extend to 6/30/2024 with option 3 one-year extensions, 20. Amend Contract add $1,000,000 total $3,500,000 with Pavement Engineering, Inc, for on-call civil engineering and construction management services, 21. Lease with Options Recovery for 1835 Allston Way, Old City Hall Annex1/1/202-12/31/2024 with 2 5-year renewal options, 22. Purchase order $1,731,000 with Western Truck Center for 4 Front Loaders, 23. Arreguin - Bay Area Book Festival Relinquishment $1068 from Mayor’s discretionary funds 24. Arreguin – Budget referral $1,00,000 from ARPA to Eviction Defense to supplement Housing Retention, 25. Kesarwani – Budget referral $50,000 to expand Downtown Streets services to Gilman commercial and industrial areas twice weekly, 26. Bartlett, co-sponsor Arreguin – Budget referral $300,000 convert 62nd street between King and Adeline into a cul de sac with marked bicycle lane connecting Adeline to bicycle blvd on King, 27. Harrison - Support AB 2557 specifying that records of Civilian Law Enforcement Oversight Agencies are subject to the disclosure Requirements of the Public Records Act, 28. Hahn, so-sponsors Arreguin, Taplin, Harrison – Refer grant $150,000 for the benefit of Luna Dance Institute, 29. Hahn, co-sponsors Wengraf, Robinson - Budget referral $300,000 for bike, pedestrian and streetscape and re-paving Hopkins Corridor, 30. Hahn, co-sponsors Harrison, Wengraf – Budget referral $40,000 Solano Stroll September 11, 2022 and September 10, 2023, 31. Robinson – Support AB 2234 Postentitlement Permit Streamlining, ACTION: 32. CM – Accept Risk Analysis for Long-Term Debt (Bonding Capacity) provided by GFOA, 33. ZAB Appeal 1643-1647 California – to 1) create new lower basement level, 2) construct new 2nd story, 3) modify exiting duplex layout resulting in 3,763 sq ft duplex on existing property, 34. CM – Zoning Ordinance Amendments that address technical edits and corrections, 35. CM – Submission of 2022 (FY2023) Annual Allocations of Federal HUD funds, 36. Resolution Accepting the Surveillance Technology Report for Automatic License Plate Readers (ALPRs), GPS Trackers, Body Worn Camera and Street Level Imagery, 37. CM – Hopkins Corridor Project Conceptual design, 38. Homeless Commission – a. Refer to the CM to develop a crisis stabilization program based on the Bend, Oregon model, b. CM - Staff response – use Amber House which has empty beds, , CSU too expensive and MediCal billing too complex, 39. Homeless Commission – a. direct CM to expand Berkeley Emergency Storm Shelter (BESS) to emergencies not otherwise covered including outside the dates of the current contract with Dorothy Day b. CM – staff response - refer to the budget process.
LAND USE CALENDAR:
Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
1205 Peralta – conversion of existing garage 5/10/2022
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with the End of the Appeal Period
1415 Fifth – Convert an existing 2,257 sq ft residence into a 2491 sq ft duplex, construct new 2621 single family residence, 4/28/2022
1609 Kains – Raise existing home by 10 ft and construct new first floor, 4/27/2022
1126 Keith – AUPfor installation in backyard at grade cedar hot tub (6’ wide, 4’ deep on concrete pad 6” thick sunk 20” into ground 4/27/2022
1813 Parker - addition over 14’ in average height 4/27/2022
27 Parnassus – Roof deck addition exceeding 14’ in height in hillside district 4/27/2022
2908 Russell – addition of 2nd floor bathroom addition of over 14’ 4/27/2022
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
WORKSESSIONS:
April 14 - Special Meeting – Reimagining Public Safety – rescheduled to April 21
April 19 – Fire Department Standards of Coverage Study, BART Station Planning
April 26 - Special Meeting – Berkeley Strategic Transportation Plan Update, Bond Capacity,
June 21 – Ballot Measure Development/Discussion (tentative)
July 19 - open
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Alameda County LAFCO Presentation
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Mid-Year Budget Report FY 2022
April 10 - April 17, 2022
Worth Noting:
Council returns from recess: The agenda for the April 12th regular city council meeting at 6 pm and the draft agenda for the April 26th council meeting which will be reviewed at the agenda and Rules Committee on Monday at 2:30 pm are at the bottom of the email holding space between the list of meetings by day of the week and land use list of approved projects in the appeal period. The Tuesday evening council meeting big agenda items are the Police Flex Team from Taplin on consent (already has 5 supporters Author Taplin, co-sponsors Wengraf, Kesarwani, Droste and Arreguin who indicated his support by blocking moving the item from consent to action for discussion at the Agenda Committee). The City Auditor will be presenting the findings from review of Berkeley Police Overtime.
Wednesday is packed with FITES continuing work on the plastic bag ordinance at 3 pm. Wednesday evening every meeting is at 7 pm and all meetings take up items around budget recommendations and referrals, Disaster and Fire Safety Commission, Homeless commission, Parks, Recreation and Waterfront Commission, Police Accountability Board and Vision 2050 on ballot measure and additional taxes.
Thursday the Budget and Finance Committee starts at 9 am to resume work on the FY2023 & FY2024 planning.
Thursday evening(?) The presentation from City staff on Reimagining Public Safety is listed under worksessions as occurring Thursday, April 14th, but there is no posting. Recently special meetings have been posted on short 72- hour notice. It is unknown at this time if the meeting is cancelled or the intent is to post at the last minute allowable for non-emergency meetings. Either way check after Monday https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Home.aspx or https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Friday and Saturday are the City sponsored Egg Hunts for the youngsters.
Berkeley Marina Specific Plan QUESTIONNAIRE online through April 22, 2022, Questionnaire available at https://www.cityofberkeley.info/BMASP/
Sunday, April 10, 2022 – no city meetings or events found
Monday, April 11, 2022
Agenda and Rules Committee at 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83790097314
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 837 9009 7314
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 4/26/2022 draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda after list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council worksession, 6. Referrals to Agenda Committee for Scheduling 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review: 8. COVID, 9. Return to In-person meetings, Unscheduled Items: 10. Discussion Regarding Design and Strengthening of Policy Committees, 11. Supporting Commissions, Guidance on Legislative Proposals.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board Special meeting at 12 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84468156664?pwd=NzlEdklqQy8rRS9TWmRwbXRiekFEZz09
Teleconference: 1-408-638-0968 ID: 844 6815 6664 Passcode: 145495
AGENDA: 6. Action Items a. Position on AB 2469 Housing Statewide Rental Registry, b. Position on AB 2386 Planning and zoning tenancy in common subject to an exclusive occupancy agreement, c. Proposed Resolution to authorize drafting letters to express Board’s Position on AB 2469 and AB 2386.
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Youth Commission at 5 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85925075321?
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 859 2507 5321 Passcode: 621930
AGENDA: 5. Public Comment, 6. Chair’s Announcements, 7. Director’s Report, 8. Land Acknowledgement, 9. Introductions, 10. Discussion of recruitment, 11. Workplan, 12. Update on independent projects.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Youth_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Tuesday, April 12, 2022
City Council CLOSED Session at 4 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82520304735
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 825 2030 4735
AGENDA: 1. Conference with real property negotiators 150 Brookside Drive, Richmond, CA property owner Premier Development LLC Giant Road, Richmond, CA property owner Four Stones Real Estate, LLC, 2. Conference with Labor Negotiators Employee Organizations, Berkeley Fire Fighters Association Local 1227, Berkeley Fire Fighters I.A.F.F. / Berkeley Fire Officers, IBEW, Local 1245, SEIU 1021 Community Services and Part-time Recreation Activity Leaders, SEIU 1021 Maintenance and Clerical, Public Employees Union Local 1, Unrepresented Employees, Berkeley Police Association.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86759332010
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 867 5933 2010
AGENDA: Full agenda is listed after list of city meetings by day of the week or use link.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Police Accountability Board Regulations Subcommittee at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82281228507
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 822 8122 8507
AGENDA: 4. a. Receive feedback from BPD on complaints filed, b. Finalize draft of proposed Regulations for submittal to PAB.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/ContentDisplay.aspx?id=162752
Wednesday, April 13, 2022
City Council Facilities, Infrastructure, Transportation, Environment & Sustainability Committee (FITES) at 3 pm,
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85630127227
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) ID: 856 3012 7227
AGENDA: 2. Harrison, Hahn - Adopt Ordinance add BMC 11.62 to Regulate Plastic Bags at Retail and Food Service Establishments, 3. Energy Commission – Community outreach and education events on proposed regulations for the use of carryout and pre-checkout bags, UNSCHEDULED ITEMS: 4. Hahn Safe Streets, 5. Harrison, Hahn – ensure bond expenditure is consistent with climate action goals and other environmental policies, 6. Harrison, co-sponsors Bartlett, Hahn – Private and Public Utility to the Public Right of Way (streets) packet 206 pages)
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Facilities,_Infrastructure,_Transportation,_Environment,___Sustainability.aspx
Disaster and Fire Safety Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81595546232
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 ID: 815 9554 6232
AGENDA: 1. Fire Dept Staff Reports a. FF, GG, Dept Activities i. Overall Call Metrics, ii. Special Reports, iii. Commission Action Status, 2. Minutes, ACTION items: 3. Community Wildfire Protection Plan (CWPP) Core Group, 4. Recommendations for Measure FF spending in FY 23 & 24, Hazardous Vegetation Removal Program, 5. Recommendation for Parking Enforcement Budget, Discussion: 6. Workplan, 7. FF Budget, 8. GG Tax Rate Increase.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Disaster_and_Fire_Safety_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Homeless Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/96645301465
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 966 4530 1465
AGENDA: 5. Presentation Fred Finch Youth Services, 6. Chair update on crisis stabilization center, 7. Update Coordinated Entry System, 8. Housing preference policy inclusion of persons displaced into homelessness, 9. Safe injection sites.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Homeless_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Parks, Recreation and Waterfront Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83911723812
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 839 1172 3812
AGENDA: 6. Chair’s Report, 7. Greg Brown Park – multiple entrances, 8. Director’s Report, 9. Update Commission referrals to council, TOT, Refuse Policy, Adopt-a-Spot, South Sailing Basin Dredging and State funding for Marina, 10. Proposed locations – outdoor fitness court at Cesar Chavez Park, 11. BMASP Community meeting #2 additional feedback, 12. Discussion/action 787 Bancroft Development,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Parks,_Recreation,_and_Waterfront_Commission.aspx
Police Accountability Board (PAB) at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82237902987
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 822 3790 2987
AGENDA: 3. Public Comment on agenda and non-agenda items, 5. Chair and Board reports update Chief search, update Reimagining Public Safety Task Force, 6. Director PAB report, 7. Chief BPD report, 8. Subcommittee reports, 9. a. Review Policy 319 Hate Crimes, b. Consider ways to contribute to hiring and selection of permanent Director PAB and PAB Investigator, c. Approve letter to Council regarding PAB budget and Board member represent PAB before Budget Committee, 10. Request that the Byers replace the photographs in the recruitment brochure for the Director of the PAB, b. Review proposed revisions to Early warning System Policy (General Order E-13 / Policy 1041 and Consent to search form (from Fair and Impartial Policing Subcommittee, c. Review proposed changes to Policy 311.6 Warrantless Searches of Individuals on Supervised Release search Conditions and decide how to respond, d. Authorize the Chair and Interim Director to prepare and issue a public statement regarding the unfair practice charge filed by the Berkeley Police Association, e. Consider requesting Council to endorse AB 2557 (item 26 is council draft agenda for April 26 council meeting), f. Discuss how to prioritize the work of PAB and Director of PAB.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/ContentDisplay.aspx?id=162752
Vision 2050 at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81547817488
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 815 4781 7488
AGENDA: Presentation of infrastructure needs and potential methods of financing with Q&A session. (This session is assigned to Districts 3 & 4, but if this evening fits best don’t be put off if you live in another district the last community session is April 20th)
https://www.berkeleyvision2050.org/
Thursday, April 14, 2022
City Council Budget & Finance Committee at 9 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89314775042
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 893 1477 5042
AGENDA: 2. CM – 5-year Capital Improvement Program and Proposed Projects, 3. CM General Fund revenue and Expenditures: 5-year forecast, 4. CM Overview of FY 23 & 24 Preliminary Budget, 5. Kesarwani, co-sponsors Taplin, Wengraf, Droste - Budget Referral: Street Maintenance Funding – 3 yr street paving financing plan to bring total annual budget to $51.1 million. 6. Harrison – Budget Referral for Capital Improvements, Street, Sidewalk, Micromobility and Transit, 7. CM- FY 22 AAO #2 Update, 8. CM- Discussion Budget Engagement Strategies.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Budget___Finance.aspx
Special City Council Meeting - Reimagining Public Safety – time not posted
Videoconference: not posted
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) ID: not posted
AGENDA: not posted – CHECK WEBSITE AFTER MONDAY for announcement, meeting is listed as occurring under worksessions
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Friday, April 15, 2022
Flashlight Egg Hunt Grades 5th – 8th at 7 – 9 pm
Grove Park at 1730 Oregon @ Russell
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=17827
Saturday, April 16, 2022
Egg Hunt Extravaganza at 9 am – 1 pm
Willard Park at 2730 Hillegass @ Russell
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=17830
Sunday, April 17, 2022 – no meetings or event found
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AGENDA COMMITTEE at 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83790097314
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 837 9009 7314
DRAFT AGENDA for April 26, 2022 Regular City Council Meeting
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
CONSENT: 2. Minutes, 3. Acceptance of $2,200,000 donation from UCB to support 6 months of operations at Rodeway in for sheltering homeless at People’s Park, 4. Contract $3,993,397 with Abode Services to Operate Interim Housing at the Rodeway Inn from 5/1/2022-10/31/2023, 5. Urgency Ordinance for leasing 1461 University, 6. Contract $250,000 with Village of Love for Operation of Telegraph Neighborhood Sacred Rest Drop-in Center 6/1/2022 – 5/31/2023, 7. Endorsement of Alameda County Home Together 2026 Implementation Plan, 8. $10,914,400 Formal Bid Solicitations, 9. Contract add $60,000 total $160,000 Measure FF Funds with Fire Aside for Defensible Space Inspection Software 5/18/2022 – 5/17/2024 with option to extend 4 years for total $160,000, 10. Commission Reorganization of Community Health Commission to reduce membership to 9 and consolidate functions from 10 to 4, 11. Contract add $76,648 total $432,470 with Pacific Site Management for landscaping services and extend to 6/30/2023, 12. Amend contract add $19,350 total $82350 with Resource Development Associates for Crisis Assessment and Triage Line Evaluation, 13. Grant Application $60,000 with match $6,000 for Surrendered and Abandoned Vessel Exchange (SAVE), 14. Total all Contracts $600,000 for Climate Equity Fund Pilot Programs 5/1/2022-5/31/2024, 1) $83,334 Association for Energy Affordability, 2) $83,333 BlocPower, 3) $100,000 Ecology Center, 4) $83,333 Northern California Land Trust, 5) $250,000 Waterside Workshops, 15. Contract (numbers do not add up to listed total of $550,000) with Diablo Engineering Group for Preliminary Engineering and Final Design for the Ohlone Greenway Modernization and Safety project $220,000, plus $14,000 for as needed project related services, plus $234,000 6/1/2022 – 12/31/2024, 16. Contract $300,000 with ParkMobile, LLC for Mobile Parking Payment Services (mobile payment on-street meters and parking garage reservations 7/1/2022-6/30/2025, 17. Contract add $225,000 total $2,050,000 with Portable Computer systems dba PCS Mobile for Parking Permit and Citation Services extend to 6/30/2024, 18. Contract (no cost) with Chrisp Company for Roadway Thermoplastic Markings and extend to 6/30/2024 with option 3 one-year extensions, 19. Amend Contract add $1,000,000 total $3,500,000 with Pavement Engineering, Inc, for on-call civil engineering and construction management services, 20. Lease with Options Recovery for 1835 Allston Way, Old City Hall Annex1/1/202-12/31/2024 with 2 5-year renewal options, 21. Purchase order $1,731,000 with Western Truck Center for 4 Front Loaders, 22. Energy Commission – Recommends Council prioritize in FY2023, 2024 several staff positions, pilot projects, investments in electric vehicles and charging infrastructure, 23. Arreguin – Budget referral $1,00,000 from ARPA to Eviction Defense to supplement Housing Retention, 24. Kesarwani – Budget referral $50,000 to expand Downtown Streets services to Gilman commercial and industrial areas twice weekly, 25. Bartlett, co-sponsor Arreguin – Budget referral $300,000 convert 62nd street between King and Adeline into a cul de sac with marked bicycle lane connecting Adeline to bicycle blvd on King, 26. Harrison - Support AB 2557 specifying that records of Civilian Law Enforcement Oversight Agencies are subject to the disclosure Requirements of the Public Records Act, 27. Hahn, so-sponsors Arreguin, Taplin, Harrison – Refer grant $150,000 for the benefit of Luna Dance Institute, 28. Hahn - Budget referral $300,000 for bike, pedestrian and streetscape and re-paving Hopkins Corridor, 29. Robinson – Support AB 2234Postentitlement Permit Streamlining, ACTION: 30. ZAB Appeal 1643-1647 California – to 1) create new lower basement level, 2) construct new 2nd story, 3) modify exiting duplex layout resulting in 3,763 sq ft duplex on existing property, 31. CM – Submission of 2022 (FY2023) Annual Allocations of Federal HUD funds, 32. CM – Zoning Ordinance Amendments that address technical edits and corrections, 33. Resolution Accepting the Surveillance Technology Report for Automatic License Plate Readers (ALPRs), GPS Trackers, Body Worn Camera and Street Level Imagery, 34. CM – Accept Risk Analysis for Long-Term Debt (Bonding Capacity) provided by GFOA, 35. CM – Issuance of $40,000,000 General Bonds for Measure O – Affordable Housing, 36. CM – Hopkins Corridor Project Conceptual design, 37. Homeless Commission – a. Refer to the CM to develop a crisis stabilization program based on the Bend, Oregon model, b. CM - Staff response – use Amber House which has empty beds, , CSU too expensive and MediCal billing too complex, 38. Homeless Commission – a. direct CM to expand Berkeley Emergency Storm Shelter (BESS) to emergencies not otherwise covered including outside the dates of the current contract with Dorothy Day b. CM – staff response - refer to the budget process, 39. Hahn, co-sponsor Wengraf – Budget referral $40,000 Solano Stroll September 11, 2022 and September 10, 2023
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AGENDA - APRIL 12, 2022 CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86759332010
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 867 5933 2010
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
CONSENT: 1. 2nd reading implementing the Independent Redistricting Commission adjusted City Council District boundaries, 2. 2nd reading align State and Local Laws on Cannabis, 3. 2nd reading R&D definition, 4. Resolution to continue legislative bodies to meet via videoconference, 5. Amends BMC Section 6.24.050 to allow Parking Space rental tax to be placed in the general fund instead of a special fund, 6. $710,000 Bid Solicitations, 7. Fire Dept - Purchase order $621,000 for 8 Emergency vehicle utility pickup trucks for the Berkeley Fire Dept, 8. $2,802,400 for Mental Health Services Innovations – Encampment-Based Mobile Wellness Center Project over 5 yr period starting FY2023, 9. Revenue contract $2,500,000 apply for Mental Health Student Services Oversight and Accountability Commission funding for BUSD, 10. Revenue Grant application $173,408 for FY 2023-2027 CA Dept of Public Health-Oral Health Program, 11. Adopt a Resolution to ratify pre-approved PARS Plan document and related Amendments by Interim Deputy City Manager on 12/27/2021, 12. Human resources - Re-establish Senior Engineering Inspector Classification, 13. Parks - Contract $4,468,610 with Sysco San Francisco for Food Services for Tuolumme and Echo Lake Resident Camps for 5/1/2022 – 5/1/2027 amount subject to annual budget appropriation process, 14. Donation $16,000 from friends of Lucinda Sikes for a memorial bench and picnic equipment to be placed at Codornices Park in memory of Lucinda, 15. Planning and Development - Application for Revenue Grant FEMA for Hazard Mitigation Grant amount $3,750,000 with commitment to be matched with $1,750,000, 16. BPD - Revenue Grant CA Dept of Justice Tobacco Grant $191,053 FY 2022-2025, 17. Public Works - Contract $6,084,809 with Bay Cities Paving & Grading for Street Rehabilitation rejecting Azul Works bid as non-responsive for Intersection Reconfiguration at Dwight and California, 18. Public Works - Master License agreement template for the non-exclusive installation of small cell telecommunications facilities on City owned and maintained streetlight poles in the public right-of-way 19. Arreguin, co-sponsor Hahn – Budget Referral $60,000 for providing essential school supplies to Berkeley families, 20. Arreguin, co-sponsors Wengraf, Bartlett – Support AB 1944 which amends the Brown Act to permanently enable meetings of legislative bodies to be conducted through videoconference or teleconference, 21. Arreguin, co-sponsors Harrison, Wengraf, Bartlett – Support AB 1947 requires law enforcement agencies to adopt policies on how to identify and report Hate Crimes, 22. Kesarwani, co-sponsors Droste, Taplin, Wengraf, Resolution Reaffirming the City of Berkeley Commitment to Transgender Rights, 23. Taplin – Budget Referral funding of EV Charging Infrastructure for City’s Fleet of EV, 24. Taplin – Budget Referral funding West Berkeley Park Ambassadors at San Pablo Park, Strawberry Creek and Aquatic Parks, 25. Taplin – Support AB 1608 – Independent Coroner’s Offices, 26. Taplin – Native and Drought Resistant Plants and Landscaping policy update, 27. Taplin, co-sponsors Wengraf, Kesarwani, Droste – Community Policing: Flex Team for Problem-Oriented Policing Under the Scanning, Analysis, Response and Assessment (SARA) Model and other applicable community engagement models, 28. Harrison – Budget Referral $100,000 to hire CPA to provide supplemental assistance in fulfilling budgetary obligations, 29. Arreguin, co-sponsors Wengraf, Taplin – (Council Office Budget Funds) Berkeley Public Library Foundation Dinner, 30. Hahn, co-sponsors Taplin, Arreguin – (Council Office Budget Funds) Kala Art Institute to support programs, 31. Wengraf, Hahn, co-sponsors Arreguin, Bartlett - Proclamation in Honor of Holocaust Remembrance Day, 32. Wengraf, co-sponsors Arreguin, Hahn – Budget Referral $6000 annual to fund Holocaust Remembrance Day, 33. Robinson, Harrison – Budget Referral $250,000 to contribute to preliminary design Downtown BART station modernization project, 34. Robinson - (Council Office Budget Funds) Suitcase Clinic, 35. Robinson, co-sponsors Harrison, Hahn – Support AB 2050 Ellis act reform, 36. Robinson , co-sponsor Hahn – Support SB 649 Affordable Housing Local Tenant Preference, 37. Robinson - Support AB 2147 Jaywalking Decriminalization, 38. Robinson, co-sponsors Arreguin, Harrison, Droste – Support for Support Article 34 Repeal eliminating the required city-wide vote for construction of publicly funded low-income housing projects, ACTION: 39. Auditor – Berkeley Police: Improvements Needed to Manage Overtime and Security Work for Outside Entities, 40. a. Commission on Labor Fair Workweek Ordinance – Adopt first reading of proposed Workweek Ordinance BMC 13.110, b. City Manager – Direct Item to Health, Life Enrichment, Equity and Community Policy Committee, 41 a. Disaster and Fire Safety Commission (DFSC) – UC Berkeley Agreement $4,300,000/year to cover cost expended by the City due to the University expansion, funding is intended to support fire and city services, DFSC recommends the City administer funds separately from the general funds and with public review under DFSC similar to FF and GG for the duration of the agreement, b. City Manager – use the general fund to administer payments,.
LAND USE CALENDAR:
Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
1205 Peralta – conversion of existing garage 5/10/2022
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with the End of the Appeal Period
2407 Dana – Establish a temporary daytime drop-in center where services and support will be provided for unhoused community members in need of a place to gather during the daytime 4/11/2022
1609 Kains – Raise existing home by 10 ft and construct new first floor, 4/27/2022
1126 Keith – AUPfor installation in backyard at grade cedar hot tub (6’ wide, 4’ deep on concrete pad 6” thick sunk 20” into ground 4/27/2022
1883 Parker - addition over 14’ in average height 4/27/2022
27 Parnassus – Roof deck addition exceeding 14’ in height in hillside district 4/27/2022
2908 Russell – addition of 2nd floor bathroom addition of over 14’ 4/27/2022
83 San Mateo – 15 sq ft addition above 14 ft in average height and 20 feet in maximum height on 7560 sq ft lot with an existing 3,457 sq ft dwelling 4/13/2022
2361 San Mateo – To establish the off-sale of beer and wine at a retail store 4/14/2022
1235 Tenth – Beer at commercial rec center 4/14/2022
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
WORKSESSIONS:
April 14 - Special Meeting – Reimagining Public Safety
April 19 – Fire Department Standards of Coverage Study, BART Station Planning
April 26 - Special Meeting – Berkeley Strategic Transportation Plan Update
June 21 – Ballot Measure Development/Discussion (tentative)
July 19 - open
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Alameda County LAFCO Presentation
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Mid-Year Budget Report FY 2022
Worth Noting:
Council returns from recess: The agenda for the April 12th regular city council meeting at 6 pm and the draft agenda for the April 26th council meeting which will be reviewed at the agenda and Rules Committee on Monday at 2:30 pm are at the bottom of the email holding space between the list of meetings by day of the week and land use list of approved projects in the appeal period. The Tuesday evening council meeting big agenda items are the Police Flex Team from Taplin on consent (already has 5 supporters Author Taplin, co-sponsors Wengraf, Kesarwani, Droste and Arreguin who indicated his support by blocking moving the item from consent to action for discussion at the Agenda Committee). The City Auditor will be presenting the findings from review of Berkeley Police Overtime.
Wednesday is packed with FITES continuing work on the plastic bag ordinance at 3 pm. Wednesday evening every meeting is at 7 pm and all meetings take up items around budget recommendations and referrals, Disaster and Fire Safety Commission, Homeless commission, Parks, Recreation and Waterfront Commission, Police Accountability Board and Vision 2050 on ballot measure and additional taxes.
Thursday the Budget and Finance Committee starts at 9 am to resume work on the FY2023 & FY2024 planning.
Thursday evening(?) The presentation from City staff on Reimagining Public Safety is listed under worksessions as occurring Thursday, April 14th, but there is no posting. Recently special meetings have been posted on short 72- hour notice. It is unknown at this time if the meeting is cancelled or the intent is to post at the last minute allowable for non-emergency meetings. Either way check after Monday https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Home.aspx or https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Friday and Saturday are the City sponsored Egg Hunts for the youngsters.
Berkeley Marina Specific Plan QUESTIONNAIRE online through April 22, 2022, Questionnaire available at https://www.cityofberkeley.info/BMASP/
Sunday, April 10, 2022 – no city meetings or events found
Monday, April 11, 2022
Agenda and Rules Committee at 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83790097314
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 837 9009 7314
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 4/26/2022 draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda after list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council worksession, 6. Referrals to Agenda Committee for Scheduling 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review: 8. COVID, 9. Return to In-person meetings, Unscheduled Items: 10. Discussion Regarding Design and Strengthening of Policy Committees, 11. Supporting Commissions, Guidance on Legislative Proposals.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board Special meeting at 12 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84468156664?pwd=NzlEdklqQy8rRS9TWmRwbXRiekFEZz09
Teleconference: 1-408-638-0968 ID: 844 6815 6664 Passcode: 145495
AGENDA: 6. Action Items a. Position on AB 2469 Housing Statewide Rental Registry, b. Position on AB 2386 Planning and zoning tenancy in common subject to an exclusive occupancy agreement, c. Proposed Resolution to authorize drafting letters to express Board’s Position on AB 2469 and AB 2386.
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Youth Commission at 5 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85925075321?
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 859 2507 5321 Passcode: 621930
AGENDA: 5. Public Comment, 6. Chair’s Announcements, 7. Director’s Report, 8. Land Acknowledgement, 9. Introductions, 10. Discussion of recruitment, 11. Workplan, 12. Update on independent projects.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Youth_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Tuesday, April 12, 2022
City Council CLOSED Session at 4 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82520304735
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 825 2030 4735
AGENDA: 1. Conference with real property negotiators 150 Brookside Drive, Richmond, CA property owner Premier Development LLC Giant Road, Richmond, CA property owner Four Stones Real Estate, LLC, 2. Conference with Labor Negotiators Employee Organizations, Berkeley Fire Fighters Association Local 1227, Berkeley Fire Fighters I.A.F.F. / Berkeley Fire Officers, IBEW, Local 1245, SEIU 1021 Community Services and Part-time Recreation Activity Leaders, SEIU 1021 Maintenance and Clerical, Public Employees Union Local 1, Unrepresented Employees, Berkeley Police Association.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86759332010
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 867 5933 2010
AGENDA: Full agenda is listed after list of city meetings by day of the week or use link.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Police Accountability Board Regulations Subcommittee at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82281228507
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 822 8122 8507
AGENDA: 4. a. Receive feedback from BPD on complaints filed, b. Finalize draft of proposed Regulations for submittal to PAB.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/ContentDisplay.aspx?id=162752
Wednesday, April 13, 2022
City Council Facilities, Infrastructure, Transportation, Environment & Sustainability Committee (FITES) at 3 pm,
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85630127227
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) ID: 856 3012 7227
AGENDA: 2. Harrison, Hahn - Adopt Ordinance add BMC 11.62 to Regulate Plastic Bags at Retail and Food Service Establishments, 3. Energy Commission – Community outreach and education events on proposed regulations for the use of carryout and pre-checkout bags, UNSCHEDULED ITEMS: 4. Hahn Safe Streets, 5. Harrison, Hahn – ensure bond expenditure is consistent with climate action goals and other environmental policies, 6. Harrison, co-sponsors Bartlett, Hahn – Private and Public Utility to the Public Right of Way (streets) packet 206 pages)
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Facilities,_Infrastructure,_Transportation,_Environment,___Sustainability.aspx
Disaster and Fire Safety Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81595546232
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 ID: 815 9554 6232
AGENDA: 1. Fire Dept Staff Reports a. FF, GG, Dept Activities i. Overall Call Metrics, ii. Special Reports, iii. Commission Action Status, 2. Minutes, ACTION items: 3. Community Wildfire Protection Plan (CWPP) Core Group, 4. Recommendations for Measure FF spending in FY 23 & 24, Hazardous Vegetation Removal Program, 5. Recommendation for Parking Enforcement Budget, Discussion: 6. Workplan, 7. FF Budget, 8. GG Tax Rate Increase.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Disaster_and_Fire_Safety_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Homeless Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/96645301465
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 966 4530 1465
AGENDA: 5. Presentation Fred Finch Youth Services, 6. Chair update on crisis stabilization center, 7. Update Coordinated Entry System, 8. Housing preference policy inclusion of persons displaced into homelessness, 9. Safe injection sites.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Homeless_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Parks, Recreation and Waterfront Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83911723812
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 839 1172 3812
AGENDA: 6. Chair’s Report, 7. Greg Brown Park – multiple entrances, 8. Director’s Report, 9. Update Commission referrals to council, TOT, Refuse Policy, Adopt-a-Spot, South Sailing Basin Dredging and State funding for Marina, 10. Proposed locations – outdoor fitness court at Cesar Chavez Park, 11. BMASP Community meeting #2 additional feedback, 12. Discussion/action 787 Bancroft Development,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Parks,_Recreation,_and_Waterfront_Commission.aspx
Police Accountability Board (PAB) at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82237902987
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 822 3790 2987
AGENDA: 3. Public Comment on agenda and non-agenda items, 5. Chair and Board reports update Chief search, update Reimagining Public Safety Task Force, 6. Director PAB report, 7. Chief BPD report, 8. Subcommittee reports, 9. a. Review Policy 319 Hate Crimes, b. Consider ways to contribute to hiring and selection of permanent Director PAB and PAB Investigator, c. Approve letter to Council regarding PAB budget and Board member represent PAB before Budget Committee, 10. Request that the Byers replace the photographs in the recruitment brochure for the Director of the PAB, b. Review proposed revisions to Early warning System Policy (General Order E-13 / Policy 1041 and Consent to search form (from Fair and Impartial Policing Subcommittee, c. Review proposed changes to Policy 311.6 Warrantless Searches of Individuals on Supervised Release search Conditions and decide how to respond, d. Authorize the Chair and Interim Director to prepare and issue a public statement regarding the unfair practice charge filed by the Berkeley Police Association, e. Consider requesting Council to endorse AB 2557 (item 26 is council draft agenda for April 26 council meeting), f. Discuss how to prioritize the work of PAB and Director of PAB.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/ContentDisplay.aspx?id=162752
Vision 2050 at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81547817488
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 815 4781 7488
AGENDA: Presentation of infrastructure needs and potential methods of financing with Q&A session. (This session is assigned to Districts 3 & 4, but if this evening fits best don’t be put off if you live in another district the last community session is April 20th)
https://www.berkeleyvision2050.org/
Thursday, April 14, 2022
City Council Budget & Finance Committee at 9 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89314775042
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 893 1477 5042
AGENDA: 2. CM – 5-year Capital Improvement Program and Proposed Projects, 3. CM General Fund revenue and Expenditures: 5-year forecast, 4. CM Overview of FY 23 & 24 Preliminary Budget, 5. Kesarwani, co-sponsors Taplin, Wengraf, Droste - Budget Referral: Street Maintenance Funding – 3 yr street paving financing plan to bring total annual budget to $51.1 million. 6. Harrison – Budget Referral for Capital Improvements, Street, Sidewalk, Micromobility and Transit, 7. CM- FY 22 AAO #2 Update, 8. CM- Discussion Budget Engagement Strategies.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Budget___Finance.aspx
Special City Council Meeting - Reimagining Public Safety – time not posted
Videoconference: not posted
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) ID: not posted
AGENDA: not posted – CHECK WEBSITE AFTER MONDAY for announcement, meeting is listed as occurring under worksessions
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Friday, April 15, 2022
Flashlight Egg Hunt Grades 5th – 8th at 7 – 9 pm
Grove Park at 1730 Oregon @ Russell
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=17827
Saturday, April 16, 2022
Egg Hunt Extravaganza at 9 am – 1 pm
Willard Park at 2730 Hillegass @ Russell
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=17830
Sunday, April 17, 2022 – no meetings or event found
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AGENDA COMMITTEE at 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83790097314
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 837 9009 7314
DRAFT AGENDA for April 26, 2022 Regular City Council Meeting
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
CONSENT: 2. Minutes, 3. Acceptance of $2,200,000 donation from UCB to support 6 months of operations at Rodeway in for sheltering homeless at People’s Park, 4. Contract $3,993,397 with Abode Services to Operate Interim Housing at the Rodeway Inn from 5/1/2022-10/31/2023, 5. Urgency Ordinance for leasing 1461 University, 6. Contract $250,000 with Village of Love for Operation of Telegraph Neighborhood Sacred Rest Drop-in Center 6/1/2022 – 5/31/2023, 7. Endorsement of Alameda County Home Together 2026 Implementation Plan, 8. $10,914,400 Formal Bid Solicitations, 9. Contract add $60,000 total $160,000 Measure FF Funds with Fire Aside for Defensible Space Inspection Software 5/18/2022 – 5/17/2024 with option to extend 4 years for total $160,000, 10. Commission Reorganization of Community Health Commission to reduce membership to 9 and consolidate functions from 10 to 4, 11. Contract add $76,648 total $432,470 with Pacific Site Management for landscaping services and extend to 6/30/2023, 12. Amend contract add $19,350 total $82350 with Resource Development Associates for Crisis Assessment and Triage Line Evaluation, 13. Grant Application $60,000 with match $6,000 for Surrendered and Abandoned Vessel Exchange (SAVE), 14. Total all Contracts $600,000 for Climate Equity Fund Pilot Programs 5/1/2022-5/31/2024, 1) $83,334 Association for Energy Affordability, 2) $83,333 BlocPower, 3) $100,000 Ecology Center, 4) $83,333 Northern California Land Trust, 5) $250,000 Waterside Workshops, 15. Contract (numbers do not add up to listed total of $550,000) with Diablo Engineering Group for Preliminary Engineering and Final Design for the Ohlone Greenway Modernization and Safety project $220,000, plus $14,000 for as needed project related services, plus $234,000 6/1/2022 – 12/31/2024, 16. Contract $300,000 with ParkMobile, LLC for Mobile Parking Payment Services (mobile payment on-street meters and parking garage reservations 7/1/2022-6/30/2025, 17. Contract add $225,000 total $2,050,000 with Portable Computer systems dba PCS Mobile for Parking Permit and Citation Services extend to 6/30/2024, 18. Contract (no cost) with Chrisp Company for Roadway Thermoplastic Markings and extend to 6/30/2024 with option 3 one-year extensions, 19. Amend Contract add $1,000,000 total $3,500,000 with Pavement Engineering, Inc, for on-call civil engineering and construction management services, 20. Lease with Options Recovery for 1835 Allston Way, Old City Hall Annex1/1/202-12/31/2024 with 2 5-year renewal options, 21. Purchase order $1,731,000 with Western Truck Center for 4 Front Loaders, 22. Energy Commission – Recommends Council prioritize in FY2023, 2024 several staff positions, pilot projects, investments in electric vehicles and charging infrastructure, 23. Arreguin – Budget referral $1,00,000 from ARPA to Eviction Defense to supplement Housing Retention, 24. Kesarwani – Budget referral $50,000 to expand Downtown Streets services to Gilman commercial and industrial areas twice weekly, 25. Bartlett, co-sponsor Arreguin – Budget referral $300,000 convert 62nd street between King and Adeline into a cul de sac with marked bicycle lane connecting Adeline to bicycle blvd on King, 26. Harrison - Support AB 2557 specifying that records of Civilian Law Enforcement Oversight Agencies are subject to the disclosure Requirements of the Public Records Act, 27. Hahn, so-sponsors Arreguin, Taplin, Harrison – Refer grant $150,000 for the benefit of Luna Dance Institute, 28. Hahn - Budget referral $300,000 for bike, pedestrian and streetscape and re-paving Hopkins Corridor, 29. Robinson – Support AB 2234Postentitlement Permit Streamlining, ACTION: 30. ZAB Appeal 1643-1647 California – to 1) create new lower basement level, 2) construct new 2nd story, 3) modify exiting duplex layout resulting in 3,763 sq ft duplex on existing property, 31. CM – Submission of 2022 (FY2023) Annual Allocations of Federal HUD funds, 32. CM – Zoning Ordinance Amendments that address technical edits and corrections, 33. Resolution Accepting the Surveillance Technology Report for Automatic License Plate Readers (ALPRs), GPS Trackers, Body Worn Camera and Street Level Imagery, 34. CM – Accept Risk Analysis for Long-Term Debt (Bonding Capacity) provided by GFOA, 35. CM – Issuance of $40,000,000 General Bonds for Measure O – Affordable Housing, 36. CM – Hopkins Corridor Project Conceptual design, 37. Homeless Commission – a. Refer to the CM to develop a crisis stabilization program based on the Bend, Oregon model, b. CM - Staff response – use Amber House which has empty beds, , CSU too expensive and MediCal billing too complex, 38. Homeless Commission – a. direct CM to expand Berkeley Emergency Storm Shelter (BESS) to emergencies not otherwise covered including outside the dates of the current contract with Dorothy Day b. CM – staff response - refer to the budget process, 39. Hahn, co-sponsor Wengraf – Budget referral $40,000 Solano Stroll September 11, 2022 and September 10, 2023
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AGENDA - APRIL 12, 2022 CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86759332010
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 867 5933 2010
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
CONSENT: 1. 2nd reading implementing the Independent Redistricting Commission adjusted City Council District boundaries, 2. 2nd reading align State and Local Laws on Cannabis, 3. 2nd reading R&D definition, 4. Resolution to continue legislative bodies to meet via videoconference, 5. Amends BMC Section 6.24.050 to allow Parking Space rental tax to be placed in the general fund instead of a special fund, 6. $710,000 Bid Solicitations, 7. Fire Dept - Purchase order $621,000 for 8 Emergency vehicle utility pickup trucks for the Berkeley Fire Dept, 8. $2,802,400 for Mental Health Services Innovations – Encampment-Based Mobile Wellness Center Project over 5 yr period starting FY2023, 9. Revenue contract $2,500,000 apply for Mental Health Student Services Oversight and Accountability Commission funding for BUSD, 10. Revenue Grant application $173,408 for FY 2023-2027 CA Dept of Public Health-Oral Health Program, 11. Adopt a Resolution to ratify pre-approved PARS Plan document and related Amendments by Interim Deputy City Manager on 12/27/2021, 12. Human resources - Re-establish Senior Engineering Inspector Classification, 13. Parks - Contract $4,468,610 with Sysco San Francisco for Food Services for Tuolumme and Echo Lake Resident Camps for 5/1/2022 – 5/1/2027 amount subject to annual budget appropriation process, 14. Donation $16,000 from friends of Lucinda Sikes for a memorial bench and picnic equipment to be placed at Codornices Park in memory of Lucinda, 15. Planning and Development - Application for Revenue Grant FEMA for Hazard Mitigation Grant amount $3,750,000 with commitment to be matched with $1,750,000, 16. BPD - Revenue Grant CA Dept of Justice Tobacco Grant $191,053 FY 2022-2025, 17. Public Works - Contract $6,084,809 with Bay Cities Paving & Grading for Street Rehabilitation rejecting Azul Works bid as non-responsive for Intersection Reconfiguration at Dwight and California, 18. Public Works - Master License agreement template for the non-exclusive installation of small cell telecommunications facilities on City owned and maintained streetlight poles in the public right-of-way 19. Arreguin, co-sponsor Hahn – Budget Referral $60,000 for providing essential school supplies to Berkeley families, 20. Arreguin, co-sponsors Wengraf, Bartlett – Support AB 1944 which amends the Brown Act to permanently enable meetings of legislative bodies to be conducted through videoconference or teleconference, 21. Arreguin, co-sponsors Harrison, Wengraf, Bartlett – Support AB 1947 requires law enforcement agencies to adopt policies on how to identify and report Hate Crimes, 22. Kesarwani, co-sponsors Droste, Taplin, Wengraf, Resolution Reaffirming the City of Berkeley Commitment to Transgender Rights, 23. Taplin – Budget Referral funding of EV Charging Infrastructure for City’s Fleet of EV, 24. Taplin – Budget Referral funding West Berkeley Park Ambassadors at San Pablo Park, Strawberry Creek and Aquatic Parks, 25. Taplin – Support AB 1608 – Independent Coroner’s Offices, 26. Taplin – Native and Drought Resistant Plants and Landscaping policy update, 27. Taplin, co-sponsors Wengraf, Kesarwani, Droste – Community Policing: Flex Team for Problem-Oriented Policing Under the Scanning, Analysis, Response and Assessment (SARA) Model and other applicable community engagement models, 28. Harrison – Budget Referral $100,000 to hire CPA to provide supplemental assistance in fulfilling budgetary obligations, 29. Arreguin, co-sponsors Wengraf, Taplin – (Council Office Budget Funds) Berkeley Public Library Foundation Dinner, 30. Hahn, co-sponsors Taplin, Arreguin – (Council Office Budget Funds) Kala Art Institute to support programs, 31. Wengraf, Hahn, co-sponsors Arreguin, Bartlett - Proclamation in Honor of Holocaust Remembrance Day, 32. Wengraf, co-sponsors Arreguin, Hahn – Budget Referral $6000 annual to fund Holocaust Remembrance Day, 33. Robinson, Harrison – Budget Referral $250,000 to contribute to preliminary design Downtown BART station modernization project, 34. Robinson - (Council Office Budget Funds) Suitcase Clinic, 35. Robinson, co-sponsors Harrison, Hahn – Support AB 2050 Ellis act reform, 36. Robinson , co-sponsor Hahn – Support SB 649 Affordable Housing Local Tenant Preference, 37. Robinson - Support AB 2147 Jaywalking Decriminalization, 38. Robinson, co-sponsors Arreguin, Harrison, Droste – Support for Support Article 34 Repeal eliminating the required city-wide vote for construction of publicly funded low-income housing projects, ACTION: 39. Auditor – Berkeley Police: Improvements Needed to Manage Overtime and Security Work for Outside Entities, 40. a. Commission on Labor Fair Workweek Ordinance – Adopt first reading of proposed Workweek Ordinance BMC 13.110, b. City Manager – Direct Item to Health, Life Enrichment, Equity and Community Policy Committee, 41 a. Disaster and Fire Safety Commission (DFSC) – UC Berkeley Agreement $4,300,000/year to cover cost expended by the City due to the University expansion, funding is intended to support fire and city services, DFSC recommends the City administer funds separately from the general funds and with public review under DFSC similar to FF and GG for the duration of the agreement, b. City Manager – use the general fund to administer payments,.
LAND USE CALENDAR:
Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
1205 Peralta – conversion of existing garage 5/10/2022
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with the End of the Appeal Period
2407 Dana – Establish a temporary daytime drop-in center where services and support will be provided for unhoused community members in need of a place to gather during the daytime 4/11/2022
1609 Kains – Raise existing home by 10 ft and construct new first floor, 4/27/2022
1126 Keith – AUPfor installation in backyard at grade cedar hot tub (6’ wide, 4’ deep on concrete pad 6” thick sunk 20” into ground 4/27/2022
1883 Parker - addition over 14’ in average height 4/27/2022
27 Parnassus – Roof deck addition exceeding 14’ in height in hillside district 4/27/2022
2908 Russell – addition of 2nd floor bathroom addition of over 14’ 4/27/2022
83 San Mateo – 15 sq ft addition above 14 ft in average height and 20 feet in maximum height on 7560 sq ft lot with an existing 3,457 sq ft dwelling 4/13/2022
2361 San Mateo – To establish the off-sale of beer and wine at a retail store 4/14/2022
1235 Tenth – Beer at commercial rec center 4/14/2022
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
WORKSESSIONS:
April 14 - Special Meeting – Reimagining Public Safety
April 19 – Fire Department Standards of Coverage Study, BART Station Planning
April 26 - Special Meeting – Berkeley Strategic Transportation Plan Update
June 21 – Ballot Measure Development/Discussion (tentative)
July 19 - open
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Alameda County LAFCO Presentation
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Mid-Year Budget Report FY 2022
April 3 - April 10, 2022
Worth Noting:
City Council is on recess until April 12th leaving Tuesday free, but the rest of the week is packed. The April 12th city council agenda is available for comment and posted after the list of city meetings.
Monday evening at the 7 pm Personnel Board meeting the Police Chief is scheduled to update the board on Berkeley Police Department (BPD) staffing. This might be interesting in light of the City Audit of the BPD and needs for improvement that will be presented to council on April 12th.
Wednesday the big meeting for the evening will be the hearing at the Planning Commission on the BART Station Housing project zoning amendments and statement of overriding considerations.
VISION 2050 City Directors and staff are making the rounds with community meetings to present the big overview of infrastructure needs and financing in advance of the council ballot initiative for financing the various projects. It might be good to ask how much of the Vision 2050 bond/tax ballot plan will be allocated to cover the City of Berkeley’s share of the $121,000,000 pier ferry capital costs and how firm are other allocations to the various infrastructure and affordable housing projects.
The Homeless Services Panel of Experts will be reviewing Measure P allocations.
Thursday afternoon WETA will receive the Berkeley Ferry Business Plan. If you don’t attend take a cruise thru pages 36 – 103 of the packet. The business plan projects that by the 10th year of service, fares will cover only 54% of the operating costs. “Local efforts to evaluate the benefits of ferry service and to develop sources of local funding including inclusion in cities’ own capital improvement programs and creation of special funding sources…” As for the $112,000,000 of capital costs “…The two parties [WETA and City of Berkeley] are currently in discussion concerning how capital costs will be split…”
Looking at the LPC demolition referrals, the next mixed-use housing projects will be the the sites of the Dollar Store and Virginia Cleaners on Shattuck.
Saturday April 9th the Berkeley Neighborhoods Council at 10 am will take up Berkeley issues, the agenda is not yet posted.
Shattuck will be closed from Allston to Center for the Celebrate the Arts Festival at the Downtown BART Station Plaza.
Sunday, April 3, 2022 – no city meetings or events found
Monday, April 4, 2022
Peace and Justice Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84810259638
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 ID: 848 1025 9638
AGENDA: 7. Bob Meola Memorial service – April 10, 2022, 8. Workplan, 9. Discussion on the Ukraine – Call for immediate Cease-Fire, 10. Discussion on Police Accountability, Reform and Reimagining processes, 11. Oppose Russian Invasion of Ukraine and in Support of Peaceful Future.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/ContentDisplay.aspx?id=13054
Personnel Board at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81240267313?pwd=WFpSbGxKRWJPeXZaRUhHT3ZTZ2pIdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 ID: 812 4026 7313 Passcode: 480051
AGENDA: V. Recommendation to Revise the Tool Lending Specialist Job Duties and Compensation, VI. Berkeley Police Department Staffing – Update from Chief Louis
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Personnel_Board_Homepage.aspx
Tuesday, April 5, 2022 - no city meetings or events found, council on spring recess
Wednesday, April 6, 2022
Board of Library Trustees at 6:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86042306505
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 ID: 860 4230 6505
AGENDA: Consent: B. Amend Contract add $109,950 total $221,775 and extend to 6/30/2025 Sevaa Group, C. Executive search, D. Revision Tool Lending Specialist Classification 3% increase, Presentation: 2023-2024 Budget, Action: Proposed Budget, B. Request for Strategic Planning.
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
Commission on Disability at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89060922035?pwd=K3UzZnpVeHpQVWZxUWY4eXJ6SnRUZz09
Teleconference: 1-669-9009128 ID: 890 6092 2035
AGENDA: Action: B. Election, Discussion: 1/ Housing Element, 2. Elevator Ordinance 3. Easy Does It, 4 Inclusive Disaster Registry, 4. Workplan, 6. Accessibility of City of Berkeley Commission Training Program, 7. Accessibility of Voicemail System
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Disability_Homepage.aspx
Homeless Services Panel of Experts at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/92491365323
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 924 9136 5323
AGENDA: Discussion and possible action: 6. Current status of Measure P allocations, projected 2022-2023 revenue, discussion of each program funded, 7. Crisis stabilization center recommendations and discussion on funding domestic violence transitional house/shelter.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Homeless_Services_Panel_of_Experts.aspx
Planning Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87834737155
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 878 3473 7155
AGENDA: 9. Public Hearing: Ashby and North Berkeley BART Station Areas Zoning and General Plan Amendments, Joint Vision, Priorities and Final EIR, Statement of Overriding Considerations, 10. Public Hearing Zoning Amendments that Address Technical Edits and Corrections to BMC Title 23. (packet 217 pages, public response letters/emails pages 141 – 217)
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Vision 2050 at 7 pm
Videoconference:
Link to Virtual Meeting or https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86394797559
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 863 9479 7559
AGENDA: Presentation of infrastructure needs and potential methods of financing with Q&A session
https://www.berkeleyvision2050.org/
Thursday, April 7, 2022
Housing Advisory Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88371004605
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 883 7100 4605
AGENDA: 5. Discussion and possible Action on Housing Preference Policy
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Housing_Advisory_Commission/
Landmarks Preservation Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81319017747
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 813 1901 7747
AGENDA: 5. 2113 Kittredge – California Theatre – continuation to grant designation status,
6. 2580 Bancroft – Fred Turner Building - Structural Alteration Permit
7. 1650 Shattuck – Virginia Cleaners – Demolition referral
8. 2440 Shattuck – The Dollar Store – Demolition referral
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/landmarkspreservationcommission/
Public Works Commission at 7 pm
Links and agenda not posted, check after Monday
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Public_Works_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Water Emergency Transportation Authority at 1 pm
Hybrid Meeting - 670 W Hornet Ave, Alameda, CA
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89718217408
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 897 1821 7408 Password: 33779
AGENDA: 5. Staff Reports, a. Mask Mandate, Passenger Vessel Association Public Ferry Caucus, Employer Outreach, b. Monthly Financial Statements, c. Federal Legislative Update, State Legislative Update, e. Monthly Ridership and Recovery Report, 6. Consent a. Resolution regarding remote meetings, 7. Approve Extension of FY 2022 Pandemic Recovery Program, 8. Receive Berkeley Ferry Service Business Plan (packet pages 36 – 103), 9. Sea Change Hydrogen-powered vessel Demonstration Project, 10. WETA 2050 Service Vision & Business Plan Work Plan. (packet 110 pages)
https://weta.sanfranciscobayferry.com/next-board-meeting
Friday, April 8, 2022 - Reduced Service Day
Saturday, April 9, 2022
Berkeley Neighborhoods Council at 10 am
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81913698863?pwd=NFJjWlh2aDhtSjh1eG4yQUFkMzNmQT09
Teleconference: 1-253-215-8782 Meeting ID: 819 1369 8863 Passcode: 377919
AGENDA: not posted, check later in the week
https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/
Front Row Festival – Celebrate the Arts in Downtown Berkeley BART at 11 am – 6 pm
Shattuck will be closed front of the Downtown Berkeley BART Station between Allston and Center
11 am – The Marsh, 12 pm – Freight and Salvage, 1 pm UC Theatre, 2 pm CA Jazz Conservancy, 3 pm, The Back Room, $ pm The Berkeley Rep, 5 pm Berkeley Symphony
https://www.downtownberkeley.com/frontrowfestival/
Sunday, April 10, 2022 - no city meetings or events found
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AGENDA - APRIL 12, 2022 CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86759332010
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 867 5933 2010
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
CONSENT: 1. 2nd reading implementing the Independent Redistricting Commission adjusted City Council District boundaries, 2. 2nd reading align State and Local Laws on Cannabis, 3. 2nd reading R&D definition, 4. Resolution to continue legislative bodies to meet via videoconference, 5. Amends BMC Section 6.24.050 to allow Parking Space rental tax to be placed in the general fund instead of a special fund, 6. $710,000 Bid Solicitations, 7. Fire Dept - Purchase order $621,000 for 8 Emergency vehicle utility pickup trucks for the Berkeley Fire Dept, 8. $2,802,400 for Mental Health Services Innovations – Encampment-Based Mobile Wellness Center Project over 5 yr period starting FY2023, 9. Revenue contract $2,500,000 apply for Mental Health Student Services Oversight and Accountability Commission funding for BUSD, 10. Revenue Grant application $173,408 for FY 2023-2027 CA Dept of Public Health-Oral Health Program, 11. Adopt a Resolution to ratify pre-approved PARS Plan document and related Amendments by Interim Deputy City Manager on 12/27/2021, 12. Human resources - Re-establish Senior Engineering Inspector Classification, 13. Parks - Contract $4,468,610 with Sysco San Francisco for Food Services for Tuolumme and Echo Lake Resident Camps for 5/1/2022 – 5/1/2027 amount subject to annual budget appropriation process, 14. Donation $16,000 from friends of Lucinda Sikes for a memorial bench and picnic equipment to be placed at Codornices Park in memory of Lucinda, 15. Planning and Development - Application for Revenue Grant FEMA for Hazard Mitigation Grant amount $3,750,000 with commitment to be matched with $1,750,000, 16. BPD - Revenue Grant CA Dept of Justice Tobacco Grant $191,053 FY 2022-2025, 17. Public Works - Contract $6,084,809 with Bay Cities Paving & Grading for Street Rehabilitation rejecting Azul Works bid as non-responsive for Intersection Reconfiguration at Dwight and California, 18. Public Works - Master License agreement template for the non-exclusive installation of small cell telecommunications facilities on City owned and maintained streetlight poles in the public right-of-way 19. Arreguin, co-sponsor Hahn – Budget Referral $60,000 for providing essential school supplies to Berkeley families, 20. Arreguin, co-sponsors Wengraf, Bartlett – Support AB 1944 which amends the Brown Act to permanently enable meetings of legislative bodies to be conducted through videoconference or teleconference, 21. Arreguin, co-sponsors Harrison, Wengraf, Bartlett – Support AB 1947 requires law enforcement agencies to adopt policies on how to identify and report Hate Crimes, 22. Kesarwani, co-sponsors Droste, Taplin, Wengraf, Resolution Reaffirming the City of Berkeley Commitment to Transgender Rights, 23. Taplin – Budget Referral funding of EV Charging Infrastructure for City’s Fleet of EV, 24. Taplin – Budget Referral funding West Berkeley Park Ambassadors at San Pablo Park, Strawberry Creek and Aquatic Parks, 25. Taplin – Support AB 1608 – Independent Coroner’s Offices, 26. Taplin – Native and Drought Resistant Plants and Landscaping policy update, 27. Taplin, co-sponsors Wengraf, Kesarwani, Droste – Community Policing: Flex Team for Problem-Oriented Policing Under the Scanning, Analysis, Response and Assessment (SARA) Model and other applicable community engagement models, 28. Harrison – Budget Referral $100,000 to hire CPA to provide supplemental assistance in fulfilling budgetary obligations, 29. Arreguin, co-sponsors Wengraf, Taplin – (Council Office Budget Funds) Berkeley Public Library Foundation Dinner, 30. Hahn, co-sponsors Taplin, Arreguin – (Council Office Budget Funds) Kala Art Institute to support programs, 31. Wengraf, Hahn, co-sponsors Arreguin, Bartlett - Proclamation in Honor of Holocaust Remembrance Day, 32. Wengraf, co-sponsors Arreguin, Hahn – Budget Referral $6000 annual to fund Holocaust Remembrance Day, 33. Robinson, Harrison – Budget Referral $250,000 to contribute to preliminary design Downtown BART station modernization project, 34. Robinson - (Council Office Budget Funds) Suitcase Clinic, 35. Robinson, co-sponsors Harrison, Hahn – Support AB 2050 Ellis act reform, 36. Robinson , co-sponsor Hahn – Support SB 649 Affordable Housing Local Tenant Preference, 37. Robinson - Support AB 2147 Jaywalking Decriminalization, 38. Robinson, co-sponsors Arreguin, Harrison, Droste – Support for Support Article 34 Repeal eliminating the required city-wide vote for construction of publicly funded low-income housing projects, ACTION: 39. Auditor – Berkeley Police: Improvements Needed to Manage Overtime and Security Work for Outside Entities, 40. a. Commission on Labor Fair Workweek Ordinance – Adopt first reading of proposed Workweek Ordinance BMC 13.110, b. City Manager – Direct Item to Health, Life Enrichment, Equity and Community Policy Committee, 41 a. Disaster and Fire Safety Commission (DFSC) – UC Berkeley Agreement $4,300,000/year to cover cost expended by the City due to the University expansion, funding is intended to support fire and city services, DFSC recommends the City administer funds separately from the general funds and with public review under DFSC similar to FF and GG for the duration of the agreement, b. City Manager – use the general fund to administer payments,.
LAND USE CALENDAR:
Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
1643-47 California – new basement level and 2nd story 4/26/2022
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with the End of the Appeal Period
1635 Curtis - 187 sq ft backyard office over 12 ft in average height 4/6/2022
2407 Dana – Establish a temporary daytime drop-in center where services and support will be provided for unhoused community members in need of a place to gather during the daytime 4/11/2022
2451 Fifth – Establish an art/craft studio under 20,000 sq ft 4/6/2022
2200 Fourth – Change of use of less than 25% of existing protected manufacturing use to R&D, construction of 5113 sq ft of new R&D space, 4/6/2022
2730 Grant – 2-story rear addition with average height of 21 ft 7 in, which horizontally and vertically extends the existing non-conforming 1 ft 8 in side setback 4/6/2022
83 San Mateo – 15 sq ft addition above 14 ft in average height and 20 feet in maximum height on 7560 sq ft lot with an existing 3,457 sq ft dwelling 4/13/2022
89 San Mateo – New rear decks above 14 ft in average height, window alterations within non-conforming setbacks 4/6/2022,
2361 San Mateo – To establish the off-sale of beer and wine at a retail store 4/14/2022
825 Santa Barbara – Expand existing 502 sq ft garage with a non-conforming setback by 31 feet, increase average height from 6 ft 11 in to 10 ft 5 in and replace door 4/6/2022
1235 Tenth – Beer at commercial rec center 4/14/2022
2145 Ward – Major Residential addition over 14 ft reconfiguration of existing 2 units, continuation of non-conforming side setback and an increase of bedrooms to 5 on lot 4/6/2022
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
WORKSESSIONS:
April 19 – Fire Department Standards of Coverage Study, BART Station Planning
June 21 – Ballot Measure Development/Discussion (tentative)
July 19 - open
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Alameda County LAFCO Presentation
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Mid-Year Budget Report FY 2022
Berkeley Strategic Transportation Plan Update
Kelly Hammargren’s on what happened the preceding week can be found in the Berkeley Daily Planet www.berkeleydailyplanet.com under Activist’s Diary and on this website What Happened.
Worth Noting:
City Council is on recess until April 12th leaving Tuesday free, but the rest of the week is packed. The April 12th city council agenda is available for comment and posted after the list of city meetings.
Monday evening at the 7 pm Personnel Board meeting the Police Chief is scheduled to update the board on Berkeley Police Department (BPD) staffing. This might be interesting in light of the City Audit of the BPD and needs for improvement that will be presented to council on April 12th.
Wednesday the big meeting for the evening will be the hearing at the Planning Commission on the BART Station Housing project zoning amendments and statement of overriding considerations.
VISION 2050 City Directors and staff are making the rounds with community meetings to present the big overview of infrastructure needs and financing in advance of the council ballot initiative for financing the various projects. It might be good to ask how much of the Vision 2050 bond/tax ballot plan will be allocated to cover the City of Berkeley’s share of the $121,000,000 pier ferry capital costs and how firm are other allocations to the various infrastructure and affordable housing projects.
The Homeless Services Panel of Experts will be reviewing Measure P allocations.
Thursday afternoon WETA will receive the Berkeley Ferry Business Plan. If you don’t attend take a cruise thru pages 36 – 103 of the packet. The business plan projects that by the 10th year of service, fares will cover only 54% of the operating costs. “Local efforts to evaluate the benefits of ferry service and to develop sources of local funding including inclusion in cities’ own capital improvement programs and creation of special funding sources…” As for the $112,000,000 of capital costs “…The two parties [WETA and City of Berkeley] are currently in discussion concerning how capital costs will be split…”
Looking at the LPC demolition referrals, the next mixed-use housing projects will be the the sites of the Dollar Store and Virginia Cleaners on Shattuck.
Saturday April 9th the Berkeley Neighborhoods Council at 10 am will take up Berkeley issues, the agenda is not yet posted.
Shattuck will be closed from Allston to Center for the Celebrate the Arts Festival at the Downtown BART Station Plaza.
Sunday, April 3, 2022 – no city meetings or events found
Monday, April 4, 2022
Peace and Justice Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84810259638
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 ID: 848 1025 9638
AGENDA: 7. Bob Meola Memorial service – April 10, 2022, 8. Workplan, 9. Discussion on the Ukraine – Call for immediate Cease-Fire, 10. Discussion on Police Accountability, Reform and Reimagining processes, 11. Oppose Russian Invasion of Ukraine and in Support of Peaceful Future.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/ContentDisplay.aspx?id=13054
Personnel Board at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81240267313?pwd=WFpSbGxKRWJPeXZaRUhHT3ZTZ2pIdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 ID: 812 4026 7313 Passcode: 480051
AGENDA: V. Recommendation to Revise the Tool Lending Specialist Job Duties and Compensation, VI. Berkeley Police Department Staffing – Update from Chief Louis
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Personnel_Board_Homepage.aspx
Tuesday, April 5, 2022 - no city meetings or events found, council on spring recess
Wednesday, April 6, 2022
Board of Library Trustees at 6:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86042306505
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 ID: 860 4230 6505
AGENDA: Consent: B. Amend Contract add $109,950 total $221,775 and extend to 6/30/2025 Sevaa Group, C. Executive search, D. Revision Tool Lending Specialist Classification 3% increase, Presentation: 2023-2024 Budget, Action: Proposed Budget, B. Request for Strategic Planning.
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
Commission on Disability at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89060922035?pwd=K3UzZnpVeHpQVWZxUWY4eXJ6SnRUZz09
Teleconference: 1-669-9009128 ID: 890 6092 2035
AGENDA: Action: B. Election, Discussion: 1/ Housing Element, 2. Elevator Ordinance 3. Easy Does It, 4 Inclusive Disaster Registry, 4. Workplan, 6. Accessibility of City of Berkeley Commission Training Program, 7. Accessibility of Voicemail System
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Disability_Homepage.aspx
Homeless Services Panel of Experts at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/92491365323
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 924 9136 5323
AGENDA: Discussion and possible action: 6. Current status of Measure P allocations, projected 2022-2023 revenue, discussion of each program funded, 7. Crisis stabilization center recommendations and discussion on funding domestic violence transitional house/shelter.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Homeless_Services_Panel_of_Experts.aspx
Planning Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87834737155
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 878 3473 7155
AGENDA: 9. Public Hearing: Ashby and North Berkeley BART Station Areas Zoning and General Plan Amendments, Joint Vision, Priorities and Final EIR, Statement of Overriding Considerations, 10. Public Hearing Zoning Amendments that Address Technical Edits and Corrections to BMC Title 23. (packet 217 pages, public response letters/emails pages 141 – 217)
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Vision 2050 at 7 pm
Videoconference:
Link to Virtual Meeting or https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86394797559
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 863 9479 7559
AGENDA: Presentation of infrastructure needs and potential methods of financing with Q&A session
https://www.berkeleyvision2050.org/
Thursday, April 7, 2022
Housing Advisory Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88371004605
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 883 7100 4605
AGENDA: 5. Discussion and possible Action on Housing Preference Policy
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Housing_Advisory_Commission/
Landmarks Preservation Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81319017747
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 813 1901 7747
AGENDA: 5. 2113 Kittredge – California Theatre – continuation to grant designation status,
6. 2580 Bancroft – Fred Turner Building - Structural Alteration Permit
7. 1650 Shattuck – Virginia Cleaners – Demolition referral
8. 2440 Shattuck – The Dollar Store – Demolition referral
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/landmarkspreservationcommission/
Public Works Commission at 7 pm
Links and agenda not posted, check after Monday
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Public_Works_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Water Emergency Transportation Authority at 1 pm
Hybrid Meeting - 670 W Hornet Ave, Alameda, CA
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89718217408
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 897 1821 7408 Password: 33779
AGENDA: 5. Staff Reports, a. Mask Mandate, Passenger Vessel Association Public Ferry Caucus, Employer Outreach, b. Monthly Financial Statements, c. Federal Legislative Update, State Legislative Update, e. Monthly Ridership and Recovery Report, 6. Consent a. Resolution regarding remote meetings, 7. Approve Extension of FY 2022 Pandemic Recovery Program, 8. Receive Berkeley Ferry Service Business Plan (packet pages 36 – 103), 9. Sea Change Hydrogen-powered vessel Demonstration Project, 10. WETA 2050 Service Vision & Business Plan Work Plan. (packet 110 pages)
https://weta.sanfranciscobayferry.com/next-board-meeting
Friday, April 8, 2022 - Reduced Service Day
Saturday, April 9, 2022
Berkeley Neighborhoods Council at 10 am
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81913698863?pwd=NFJjWlh2aDhtSjh1eG4yQUFkMzNmQT09
Teleconference: 1-253-215-8782 Meeting ID: 819 1369 8863 Passcode: 377919
AGENDA: not posted, check later in the week
https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/
Front Row Festival – Celebrate the Arts in Downtown Berkeley BART at 11 am – 6 pm
Shattuck will be closed front of the Downtown Berkeley BART Station between Allston and Center
11 am – The Marsh, 12 pm – Freight and Salvage, 1 pm UC Theatre, 2 pm CA Jazz Conservancy, 3 pm, The Back Room, $ pm The Berkeley Rep, 5 pm Berkeley Symphony
https://www.downtownberkeley.com/frontrowfestival/
Sunday, April 10, 2022 - no city meetings or events found
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AGENDA - APRIL 12, 2022 CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86759332010
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 867 5933 2010
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
CONSENT: 1. 2nd reading implementing the Independent Redistricting Commission adjusted City Council District boundaries, 2. 2nd reading align State and Local Laws on Cannabis, 3. 2nd reading R&D definition, 4. Resolution to continue legislative bodies to meet via videoconference, 5. Amends BMC Section 6.24.050 to allow Parking Space rental tax to be placed in the general fund instead of a special fund, 6. $710,000 Bid Solicitations, 7. Fire Dept - Purchase order $621,000 for 8 Emergency vehicle utility pickup trucks for the Berkeley Fire Dept, 8. $2,802,400 for Mental Health Services Innovations – Encampment-Based Mobile Wellness Center Project over 5 yr period starting FY2023, 9. Revenue contract $2,500,000 apply for Mental Health Student Services Oversight and Accountability Commission funding for BUSD, 10. Revenue Grant application $173,408 for FY 2023-2027 CA Dept of Public Health-Oral Health Program, 11. Adopt a Resolution to ratify pre-approved PARS Plan document and related Amendments by Interim Deputy City Manager on 12/27/2021, 12. Human resources - Re-establish Senior Engineering Inspector Classification, 13. Parks - Contract $4,468,610 with Sysco San Francisco for Food Services for Tuolumme and Echo Lake Resident Camps for 5/1/2022 – 5/1/2027 amount subject to annual budget appropriation process, 14. Donation $16,000 from friends of Lucinda Sikes for a memorial bench and picnic equipment to be placed at Codornices Park in memory of Lucinda, 15. Planning and Development - Application for Revenue Grant FEMA for Hazard Mitigation Grant amount $3,750,000 with commitment to be matched with $1,750,000, 16. BPD - Revenue Grant CA Dept of Justice Tobacco Grant $191,053 FY 2022-2025, 17. Public Works - Contract $6,084,809 with Bay Cities Paving & Grading for Street Rehabilitation rejecting Azul Works bid as non-responsive for Intersection Reconfiguration at Dwight and California, 18. Public Works - Master License agreement template for the non-exclusive installation of small cell telecommunications facilities on City owned and maintained streetlight poles in the public right-of-way 19. Arreguin, co-sponsor Hahn – Budget Referral $60,000 for providing essential school supplies to Berkeley families, 20. Arreguin, co-sponsors Wengraf, Bartlett – Support AB 1944 which amends the Brown Act to permanently enable meetings of legislative bodies to be conducted through videoconference or teleconference, 21. Arreguin, co-sponsors Harrison, Wengraf, Bartlett – Support AB 1947 requires law enforcement agencies to adopt policies on how to identify and report Hate Crimes, 22. Kesarwani, co-sponsors Droste, Taplin, Wengraf, Resolution Reaffirming the City of Berkeley Commitment to Transgender Rights, 23. Taplin – Budget Referral funding of EV Charging Infrastructure for City’s Fleet of EV, 24. Taplin – Budget Referral funding West Berkeley Park Ambassadors at San Pablo Park, Strawberry Creek and Aquatic Parks, 25. Taplin – Support AB 1608 – Independent Coroner’s Offices, 26. Taplin – Native and Drought Resistant Plants and Landscaping policy update, 27. Taplin, co-sponsors Wengraf, Kesarwani, Droste – Community Policing: Flex Team for Problem-Oriented Policing Under the Scanning, Analysis, Response and Assessment (SARA) Model and other applicable community engagement models, 28. Harrison – Budget Referral $100,000 to hire CPA to provide supplemental assistance in fulfilling budgetary obligations, 29. Arreguin, co-sponsors Wengraf, Taplin – (Council Office Budget Funds) Berkeley Public Library Foundation Dinner, 30. Hahn, co-sponsors Taplin, Arreguin – (Council Office Budget Funds) Kala Art Institute to support programs, 31. Wengraf, Hahn, co-sponsors Arreguin, Bartlett - Proclamation in Honor of Holocaust Remembrance Day, 32. Wengraf, co-sponsors Arreguin, Hahn – Budget Referral $6000 annual to fund Holocaust Remembrance Day, 33. Robinson, Harrison – Budget Referral $250,000 to contribute to preliminary design Downtown BART station modernization project, 34. Robinson - (Council Office Budget Funds) Suitcase Clinic, 35. Robinson, co-sponsors Harrison, Hahn – Support AB 2050 Ellis act reform, 36. Robinson , co-sponsor Hahn – Support SB 649 Affordable Housing Local Tenant Preference, 37. Robinson - Support AB 2147 Jaywalking Decriminalization, 38. Robinson, co-sponsors Arreguin, Harrison, Droste – Support for Support Article 34 Repeal eliminating the required city-wide vote for construction of publicly funded low-income housing projects, ACTION: 39. Auditor – Berkeley Police: Improvements Needed to Manage Overtime and Security Work for Outside Entities, 40. a. Commission on Labor Fair Workweek Ordinance – Adopt first reading of proposed Workweek Ordinance BMC 13.110, b. City Manager – Direct Item to Health, Life Enrichment, Equity and Community Policy Committee, 41 a. Disaster and Fire Safety Commission (DFSC) – UC Berkeley Agreement $4,300,000/year to cover cost expended by the City due to the University expansion, funding is intended to support fire and city services, DFSC recommends the City administer funds separately from the general funds and with public review under DFSC similar to FF and GG for the duration of the agreement, b. City Manager – use the general fund to administer payments,.
LAND USE CALENDAR:
Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
1643-47 California – new basement level and 2nd story 4/26/2022
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with the End of the Appeal Period
1635 Curtis - 187 sq ft backyard office over 12 ft in average height 4/6/2022
2407 Dana – Establish a temporary daytime drop-in center where services and support will be provided for unhoused community members in need of a place to gather during the daytime 4/11/2022
2451 Fifth – Establish an art/craft studio under 20,000 sq ft 4/6/2022
2200 Fourth – Change of use of less than 25% of existing protected manufacturing use to R&D, construction of 5113 sq ft of new R&D space, 4/6/2022
2730 Grant – 2-story rear addition with average height of 21 ft 7 in, which horizontally and vertically extends the existing non-conforming 1 ft 8 in side setback 4/6/2022
83 San Mateo – 15 sq ft addition above 14 ft in average height and 20 feet in maximum height on 7560 sq ft lot with an existing 3,457 sq ft dwelling 4/13/2022
89 San Mateo – New rear decks above 14 ft in average height, window alterations within non-conforming setbacks 4/6/2022,
2361 San Mateo – To establish the off-sale of beer and wine at a retail store 4/14/2022
825 Santa Barbara – Expand existing 502 sq ft garage with a non-conforming setback by 31 feet, increase average height from 6 ft 11 in to 10 ft 5 in and replace door 4/6/2022
1235 Tenth – Beer at commercial rec center 4/14/2022
2145 Ward – Major Residential addition over 14 ft reconfiguration of existing 2 units, continuation of non-conforming side setback and an increase of bedrooms to 5 on lot 4/6/2022
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
WORKSESSIONS:
April 19 – Fire Department Standards of Coverage Study, BART Station Planning
June 21 – Ballot Measure Development/Discussion (tentative)
July 19 - open
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Alameda County LAFCO Presentation
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Mid-Year Budget Report FY 2022
Berkeley Strategic Transportation Plan Update
Kelly Hammargren’s on what happened the preceding week can be found in the Berkeley Daily Planet www.berkeleydailyplanet.com under Activist’s Diary and on this website What Happened.
March 27 - April 3, 2022
Worth Noting:
City Council is on Spring Recess through April 11.
The meeting schedule for the coming week is relatively light with the Agenda Committee meeting Monday at 2:30 pm to review the draft agenda for the April 12, City Council meeting.
The Design Review Committee (Tuesday) and the Police Accountability Board (Wednesday) are both having special meetings.
Sunday, March 27, 2022
Healthy Air for All – Time for Action at 4 – 5:30 pm
Pre-register for zoom link at https://tinyurl.com/38thxwn2
Agenda: UUCB Sponsored Workshop on Climate Change, Air Pollution, who is most vulnerable and what we can do about it. Speakers Dr. Teresa Munoz and Dr. Juan Aguilera Mendoza,
Berkeley Equity Summit Series #8 at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://bit.ly/3HSXMLD
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 832 1453 3420 Passcode: 712730
AGENDA: Women’s Herstory, Celebrate and Embrace Women’s Stories
Monday, March 28, 2022
Agenda and Rules Committee at 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89884901744
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 898 8490 1744
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 4/12/2022 draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda after list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournments in Memory, 5. Worksessions Schedule, 6. Referrals to Agenda Committee for Scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review: 8. COVID, 9. Return to In-person meetings, Unscheduled Items: 10. Discussion Regarding Design and Strengthening of Policy Committees, 11. Supporting Commissions, Guidance on Legislative Proposals. Surveillance, Technology and Acquisition Reports and ALPR (packet 500 pages)
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
Zero Waste Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/s/82587046286
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 ID: 825 8704 6286
AGENDA: 4. Public comment non-agenda items, 6. Staff Updates Zero Waste strategic Plan, C&D Processing RFP due 3/24/2022, Mattress Recycling, Textile Recycling, Single-use foodware ordinance implementation, SB1383 Implementation, Discussion and Action: Work Plan
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Zero_Waste_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Tuesday, March 29, 2022
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board Budget and Personnel Committee Meeting at 5 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82496867959?pwd=RUdLL21YbWh5KzNUUTFKZWVOak1HUT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 824 9686 7959 Passcode: 449731
AGENDA: 6. FY 2022/23 Budget Projections, 7. Adopt the FY 2022/23 Registration Fee for Fully Covered and Measure MM units, 8. Rent Board Commissioner CPI Stipend Increase.
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Design Review Committee at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84219088422
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 842 1908 8422
AGENDA: 1. 2352 Shattuck – final design review – demolish 2 existing buildings, split lot in two and construct 2 8-story mixed-use buildings with 204 units including 14 very low income units, 12,154 sq ft commercial space, 17, 012 sq ft usable open space, 90 ground level parking spaces
2. 1201-1205 San Pablo at Harrison – continued preliminary design review – construct 6-story mixed-use building on vacant lot with 66 units including 5 very low income units, 1680 sq ft commercial space, 2514 sq ft usable open space and 17 – 28 ground-level parking spaces.
SB 330 Project - 2440 Shattuck at Haste – mixed-use project will be reviewed at the April DRC meeting
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/designreview/
Wednesday, March 30, 2022
4x4 Joint Task Force Committee on Housing: Rent Board/City Council at 3 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81662879929?pwd=U2xXVlhuOUFHZEZnSmRiQXhTdVdHUT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 816 6287 9929 Passcode: 839026
AGENDA: Discussion and possible action: 6. Revisions to the Demolition Ordinance, 7. Potential for adding more rent controlled units under CA Civil Code Section 1954.52(b), 8. Recommendation on Relocation Ordinance and additions to Tenant Habitability Plan Ordinance, 9. Amendments to Rent Stabilization and Eviction for Good Cause Ordinance for Nov 2022 ballot. (packet 73 pages)
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/4x4_Committee_Homepage.aspx
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Police Accountability Board Special Meeting at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82318238840
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 823 1823 8840
AGENDA: 3. Review Police Equipment & Community Safety Ordinance Impact Statements (agenda is one item).
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/ContentDisplay.aspx?id=162752
Thursday, March 31, 2022
Police Accountability Board Budget Proposal Subcommittee at 5 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87077154163
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 870 7715 4163
AGENDA: 4. Review proposed budget for the Office of the Director of Police Accountability for FY 2023 and 2024 and make recommendation.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/ContentDisplay.aspx?id=162752
Police Accountability Board at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82281228507
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 822 8122 8507
AGENDA: 4. Continue drafting permanent Regulations to include consideration of ideas contained in all prior agenda packets.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/ContentDisplay.aspx?id=162752
MLK Jr Youth services Renovation Project at 6:30 – 8 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84908648967
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 849 0864 8967 Passcode: 948097
AGENDA: meeting to discuss the MLK Jr Youth Services/Y.A.P. Center Seismic Retrofit
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=17831
Friday, April 1, 2022 & Saturday, April 2, 2022 & Sunday, April 3, 2022
No city meetings or events found
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AGENDA COMMITTEE, Monday, March 28, at 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89884901744
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 898 8490 1744
DRAFT AGENDA APRIL 12, 2022 CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
CONSENT: 1. 2nd reading implementing the Independent Redistricting Commission adjusted City Council District boundaries, 2. 2nd reading align State and Local Laws on Cannabis, 3. 2nd reading R&D definition, 4. Resolution to continue legislative bodies to meet via videoconference, 5. Amends BMC Section 6.24.050 to allow Parking Space rental tax to be placed in the general fund instead of a special fund, 6. $710,000 Bid Solicitations, 7. Fire Dept - Purchase order $621,000 for 8 Emergency vehicle utility pickup trucks for the Berkeley Fire Dept, 8. $2,802,400 for Mental Health Services Innovations – Encampment-Based Mobile Wellness Center Project over 5 yr period starting FY2023, 9. Revenue contract $2,500,000 apply for Mental Health Student Services Oversight and Accountability Commission funding for BUSD, 10. Revenue Grant application $173,408 for FY 2023-2027 CA Dept of Public Health-Oral Health Program, 11. Adopt a Resolution to ratify pre-approved PARS Plan document and related Amendments by Interim Deputy City Manager on 12/27/2021, 12. Human resources - Re-establish Senior Engineering Inspector Classification, 13. Parks - Contract $4,468,610 with Sysco San Francisco for Food Services for Tuolumme and Echo Lake Resident Camps for 5/1/2022 – 5/1/2027 amount subject to annual budget appropriation process, 14. Donation $16,000 from friends of Lucinda Sikes for a memorial bench and picnic equipment to be placed at Codornices Park in memory of Lucinda, 15. Planning and Development - Application for Revenue Grant FEMA for Hazard Mitigation Grant amount $3,750,000 with commitment to be matched with $1,750,000, 16. BPD - Revenue Grant CA Dept of Justice Tobacco Grant $191,053 FY 2022-2025, 17. Public Works - Contract $6,084,809 with Bay Cities Paving & Grading for Street Rehabilitation rejecting Azul Works bid as non-responsive for Intersection Reconfiguration at Dwight and California, 18. Public Works - Master License agreement template for the non-exclusive installation of small cell telecommunications facilities on City owned and maintained streetlight poles in the public right-of-way 19. Energy Commission – Refer to new Climate and Environment Commission Proposed Regulations for the Use of Carryout and Pre-checkout bags, 20. Arreguin – Budget Referral $60,000 for providing essential school supplies to Berkeley families, 21. Arreguin – Support AB 1944 which amends the Brown Act to permanently enable meetings of legislative bodies to be conducted through videoconference or teleconference, 22. Arreguin – Support AB 1947 requires law enforcement agencies to adopt policies on how to identify and report Hate Crimes, 23. Taplin – Budget Referral funding of EV Charging Infrastructure for City’s Fleet of EV, 24. Taplin – Budget Referral funding West Berkeley Park Ambassadors at San Pablo Park, Strawberry Creek and Aquatic Parks, 25. Taplin – Support AB 1608 – Independent Coroner’s Offices, 26. Taplin – Native and Drought Resistant Plants and Landscaping policy update, 27. Taplin – Community Policing: Flex Team for Problem-Oriented Policing Under the Scanning, Analysis, Response and Assessment (SARA) Model and other applicable community engagement models, 28. Harrison – Budget Referral $100,000 to hire CPA to provide supplemental assistance in fulfilling budgetary obligations, 29. Arreguin, co-sponsors Wengraf, Taplin – (Council Office Budget Funds) Berkeley Public Library Foundation Dinner, 30. Hahn, co-sponsors Taplin, Arreguin – (Council Office Budget Funds) Kala Art Institute to support programs, 31. Wengraf, Hahn, co-sponsors Arreguin, Bartlett - Proclamation in Honor of Holocaust Remembrance Day, 32. Wengraf, co-sponsors Arreguin, Hahn – Budget Referral $6000 annual to fund Holocaust Remembrance Day, 33. Robinson, Harrison – Budget Referral $250,000 to contribute to preliminary design Downtown BART station modernization project, 34. Robinson - (Council Office Budget Funds) Suitcase Clinic, 35. Robinson – Support AB 2050 Ellis act reform, 36. Robinson – Support SB 649 Affordable Housing Local Tenant Preference, 37. Robinson - Support AB 2147 Jaywalking Decriminalization, 38. Robinson, co-sponsors Arreguin, Harrison, Droste – Support for Support Article 34 Repeal eliminating the required city-wide vote for construction of publicly funded low-income housing projects, ACTION: 39. Auditor – Berkeley Police: Improvements Needed to Manage Overtime and Security Work for Outside Entities, 40. a. Disaster and Fire Safety Commission (DFSC) – UC Berkeley Agreement $4,300,000/year to cover cost expended by the City due to the University expansion, funding is intended to support fire and city services, DFSC recommends the City administer funds separately from the general funds and with public review under DFSC similar to FF and GG for the duration of the agreement, b. City Manager – use the general fund to administer payments, 41. a. Commission on Labor – Adopt first reading of proposed Workweek Ordinance BMC 13.110, b. City Manager – Direct Item to Health, Life Enrichment, Equity and Community Policy Committee, 42. Kesarwani – Reaffirm City commitment to transgender rights, 43. Taplin – Refer to City Manager to develop a Crisis Stabilization Center based on the Deschutes County Health services model,
LAND USE CALENDAR:
Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
1643-47 California – new basement level and 2nd story 4/26/2022
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with the End of the Appeal Period
8 Brookside – Construct 2-story addition over 14 ft in average height and 20 ft max height, add 5th bedroom in R-1H zoning district 3/30/2022
1635 Curtis - 187 sq ft backyard office over 12 ft in average height 4/6/2022
2407 Dana – Establish a temporary daytime drop-in center where services and support will be provided for unhoused community members in need of a place to gather during the daytime 4/11/2022
2451 Fifth – Establish an art/craft studio under 20,000 sq ft 4/6/2022
1795 Fourth – 1350 sq ft addition to existing 3750 sq ft commercial building conversion from 4 tenants to 2 tenants, work is shell only, tenant improvements under separate permit 3/31/2022
2200 Fourth – Change of use of less than 25% of existing protected manufacturing use to R&D, construction of 5113 sq ft of new R&D space, 4/6/2022
2730 Grant – 2-story rear addition with average height of 21 ft 7 in, which horizontally and vertically extends the existing non-conforming 1 ft 8 in side setback 4/6/2022
2421 Piedmont – Remove and replace an existing 6-ft fence along the northern side lot line on top of retaining wall with combined maximum height of 9 ft 3/30/2022
83 San Mateo – 15 sq ft addition above 14 ft in average height and 20 feet in maximum height on 7560 sq ft lot with an existing 3,457 sq ft dwelling 4/13/2022
89 San Mateo – New rear decks above 14 ft in average height, window alterations within non-conforming setbacks 4/6/2022,
825 Santa Barbara – Expand existing 502 sq ft garage with a non-conforming setback by 31 feet, increase average height from 6 ft 11 in to 10 ft 5 in and replace door 4/6/2022
2145 Ward – Major Residential addition over 14 ft reconfiguration of existing 2 units, continuation of non-conforming side setback and an increase of bedrooms to 5 on lot 4/6/2022
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
WORKSESSIONS:
April 19 – Fire Department Standards of Coverage Study, BART Station Planning
June 21 – Ballot Measure Development/Discussion (tentative)
July 19 - open
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Alameda County LAFCO Presentation
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Mid-Year Budget Report FY 2022
Berkeley Strategic Transportation Plan Update
Worth Noting:
City Council is on Spring Recess through April 11.
The meeting schedule for the coming week is relatively light with the Agenda Committee meeting Monday at 2:30 pm to review the draft agenda for the April 12, City Council meeting.
The Design Review Committee (Tuesday) and the Police Accountability Board (Wednesday) are both having special meetings.
Sunday, March 27, 2022
Healthy Air for All – Time for Action at 4 – 5:30 pm
Pre-register for zoom link at https://tinyurl.com/38thxwn2
Agenda: UUCB Sponsored Workshop on Climate Change, Air Pollution, who is most vulnerable and what we can do about it. Speakers Dr. Teresa Munoz and Dr. Juan Aguilera Mendoza,
Berkeley Equity Summit Series #8 at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://bit.ly/3HSXMLD
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 832 1453 3420 Passcode: 712730
AGENDA: Women’s Herstory, Celebrate and Embrace Women’s Stories
Monday, March 28, 2022
Agenda and Rules Committee at 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89884901744
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 898 8490 1744
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 4/12/2022 draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda after list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournments in Memory, 5. Worksessions Schedule, 6. Referrals to Agenda Committee for Scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review: 8. COVID, 9. Return to In-person meetings, Unscheduled Items: 10. Discussion Regarding Design and Strengthening of Policy Committees, 11. Supporting Commissions, Guidance on Legislative Proposals. Surveillance, Technology and Acquisition Reports and ALPR (packet 500 pages)
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
Zero Waste Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/s/82587046286
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 ID: 825 8704 6286
AGENDA: 4. Public comment non-agenda items, 6. Staff Updates Zero Waste strategic Plan, C&D Processing RFP due 3/24/2022, Mattress Recycling, Textile Recycling, Single-use foodware ordinance implementation, SB1383 Implementation, Discussion and Action: Work Plan
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Zero_Waste_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Tuesday, March 29, 2022
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board Budget and Personnel Committee Meeting at 5 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82496867959?pwd=RUdLL21YbWh5KzNUUTFKZWVOak1HUT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 824 9686 7959 Passcode: 449731
AGENDA: 6. FY 2022/23 Budget Projections, 7. Adopt the FY 2022/23 Registration Fee for Fully Covered and Measure MM units, 8. Rent Board Commissioner CPI Stipend Increase.
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Design Review Committee at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84219088422
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 842 1908 8422
AGENDA: 1. 2352 Shattuck – final design review – demolish 2 existing buildings, split lot in two and construct 2 8-story mixed-use buildings with 204 units including 14 very low income units, 12,154 sq ft commercial space, 17, 012 sq ft usable open space, 90 ground level parking spaces
2. 1201-1205 San Pablo at Harrison – continued preliminary design review – construct 6-story mixed-use building on vacant lot with 66 units including 5 very low income units, 1680 sq ft commercial space, 2514 sq ft usable open space and 17 – 28 ground-level parking spaces.
SB 330 Project - 2440 Shattuck at Haste – mixed-use project will be reviewed at the April DRC meeting
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/designreview/
Wednesday, March 30, 2022
4x4 Joint Task Force Committee on Housing: Rent Board/City Council at 3 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81662879929?pwd=U2xXVlhuOUFHZEZnSmRiQXhTdVdHUT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 816 6287 9929 Passcode: 839026
AGENDA: Discussion and possible action: 6. Revisions to the Demolition Ordinance, 7. Potential for adding more rent controlled units under CA Civil Code Section 1954.52(b), 8. Recommendation on Relocation Ordinance and additions to Tenant Habitability Plan Ordinance, 9. Amendments to Rent Stabilization and Eviction for Good Cause Ordinance for Nov 2022 ballot. (packet 73 pages)
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/4x4_Committee_Homepage.aspx
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Police Accountability Board Special Meeting at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82318238840
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 823 1823 8840
AGENDA: 3. Review Police Equipment & Community Safety Ordinance Impact Statements (agenda is one item).
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/ContentDisplay.aspx?id=162752
Thursday, March 31, 2022
Police Accountability Board Budget Proposal Subcommittee at 5 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87077154163
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 870 7715 4163
AGENDA: 4. Review proposed budget for the Office of the Director of Police Accountability for FY 2023 and 2024 and make recommendation.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/ContentDisplay.aspx?id=162752
Police Accountability Board at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82281228507
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 822 8122 8507
AGENDA: 4. Continue drafting permanent Regulations to include consideration of ideas contained in all prior agenda packets.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/ContentDisplay.aspx?id=162752
MLK Jr Youth services Renovation Project at 6:30 – 8 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84908648967
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 849 0864 8967 Passcode: 948097
AGENDA: meeting to discuss the MLK Jr Youth Services/Y.A.P. Center Seismic Retrofit
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=17831
Friday, April 1, 2022 & Saturday, April 2, 2022 & Sunday, April 3, 2022
No city meetings or events found
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AGENDA COMMITTEE, Monday, March 28, at 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89884901744
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 898 8490 1744
DRAFT AGENDA APRIL 12, 2022 CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
CONSENT: 1. 2nd reading implementing the Independent Redistricting Commission adjusted City Council District boundaries, 2. 2nd reading align State and Local Laws on Cannabis, 3. 2nd reading R&D definition, 4. Resolution to continue legislative bodies to meet via videoconference, 5. Amends BMC Section 6.24.050 to allow Parking Space rental tax to be placed in the general fund instead of a special fund, 6. $710,000 Bid Solicitations, 7. Fire Dept - Purchase order $621,000 for 8 Emergency vehicle utility pickup trucks for the Berkeley Fire Dept, 8. $2,802,400 for Mental Health Services Innovations – Encampment-Based Mobile Wellness Center Project over 5 yr period starting FY2023, 9. Revenue contract $2,500,000 apply for Mental Health Student Services Oversight and Accountability Commission funding for BUSD, 10. Revenue Grant application $173,408 for FY 2023-2027 CA Dept of Public Health-Oral Health Program, 11. Adopt a Resolution to ratify pre-approved PARS Plan document and related Amendments by Interim Deputy City Manager on 12/27/2021, 12. Human resources - Re-establish Senior Engineering Inspector Classification, 13. Parks - Contract $4,468,610 with Sysco San Francisco for Food Services for Tuolumme and Echo Lake Resident Camps for 5/1/2022 – 5/1/2027 amount subject to annual budget appropriation process, 14. Donation $16,000 from friends of Lucinda Sikes for a memorial bench and picnic equipment to be placed at Codornices Park in memory of Lucinda, 15. Planning and Development - Application for Revenue Grant FEMA for Hazard Mitigation Grant amount $3,750,000 with commitment to be matched with $1,750,000, 16. BPD - Revenue Grant CA Dept of Justice Tobacco Grant $191,053 FY 2022-2025, 17. Public Works - Contract $6,084,809 with Bay Cities Paving & Grading for Street Rehabilitation rejecting Azul Works bid as non-responsive for Intersection Reconfiguration at Dwight and California, 18. Public Works - Master License agreement template for the non-exclusive installation of small cell telecommunications facilities on City owned and maintained streetlight poles in the public right-of-way 19. Energy Commission – Refer to new Climate and Environment Commission Proposed Regulations for the Use of Carryout and Pre-checkout bags, 20. Arreguin – Budget Referral $60,000 for providing essential school supplies to Berkeley families, 21. Arreguin – Support AB 1944 which amends the Brown Act to permanently enable meetings of legislative bodies to be conducted through videoconference or teleconference, 22. Arreguin – Support AB 1947 requires law enforcement agencies to adopt policies on how to identify and report Hate Crimes, 23. Taplin – Budget Referral funding of EV Charging Infrastructure for City’s Fleet of EV, 24. Taplin – Budget Referral funding West Berkeley Park Ambassadors at San Pablo Park, Strawberry Creek and Aquatic Parks, 25. Taplin – Support AB 1608 – Independent Coroner’s Offices, 26. Taplin – Native and Drought Resistant Plants and Landscaping policy update, 27. Taplin – Community Policing: Flex Team for Problem-Oriented Policing Under the Scanning, Analysis, Response and Assessment (SARA) Model and other applicable community engagement models, 28. Harrison – Budget Referral $100,000 to hire CPA to provide supplemental assistance in fulfilling budgetary obligations, 29. Arreguin, co-sponsors Wengraf, Taplin – (Council Office Budget Funds) Berkeley Public Library Foundation Dinner, 30. Hahn, co-sponsors Taplin, Arreguin – (Council Office Budget Funds) Kala Art Institute to support programs, 31. Wengraf, Hahn, co-sponsors Arreguin, Bartlett - Proclamation in Honor of Holocaust Remembrance Day, 32. Wengraf, co-sponsors Arreguin, Hahn – Budget Referral $6000 annual to fund Holocaust Remembrance Day, 33. Robinson, Harrison – Budget Referral $250,000 to contribute to preliminary design Downtown BART station modernization project, 34. Robinson - (Council Office Budget Funds) Suitcase Clinic, 35. Robinson – Support AB 2050 Ellis act reform, 36. Robinson – Support SB 649 Affordable Housing Local Tenant Preference, 37. Robinson - Support AB 2147 Jaywalking Decriminalization, 38. Robinson, co-sponsors Arreguin, Harrison, Droste – Support for Support Article 34 Repeal eliminating the required city-wide vote for construction of publicly funded low-income housing projects, ACTION: 39. Auditor – Berkeley Police: Improvements Needed to Manage Overtime and Security Work for Outside Entities, 40. a. Disaster and Fire Safety Commission (DFSC) – UC Berkeley Agreement $4,300,000/year to cover cost expended by the City due to the University expansion, funding is intended to support fire and city services, DFSC recommends the City administer funds separately from the general funds and with public review under DFSC similar to FF and GG for the duration of the agreement, b. City Manager – use the general fund to administer payments, 41. a. Commission on Labor – Adopt first reading of proposed Workweek Ordinance BMC 13.110, b. City Manager – Direct Item to Health, Life Enrichment, Equity and Community Policy Committee, 42. Kesarwani – Reaffirm City commitment to transgender rights, 43. Taplin – Refer to City Manager to develop a Crisis Stabilization Center based on the Deschutes County Health services model,
LAND USE CALENDAR:
Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
1643-47 California – new basement level and 2nd story 4/26/2022
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with the End of the Appeal Period
8 Brookside – Construct 2-story addition over 14 ft in average height and 20 ft max height, add 5th bedroom in R-1H zoning district 3/30/2022
1635 Curtis - 187 sq ft backyard office over 12 ft in average height 4/6/2022
2407 Dana – Establish a temporary daytime drop-in center where services and support will be provided for unhoused community members in need of a place to gather during the daytime 4/11/2022
2451 Fifth – Establish an art/craft studio under 20,000 sq ft 4/6/2022
1795 Fourth – 1350 sq ft addition to existing 3750 sq ft commercial building conversion from 4 tenants to 2 tenants, work is shell only, tenant improvements under separate permit 3/31/2022
2200 Fourth – Change of use of less than 25% of existing protected manufacturing use to R&D, construction of 5113 sq ft of new R&D space, 4/6/2022
2730 Grant – 2-story rear addition with average height of 21 ft 7 in, which horizontally and vertically extends the existing non-conforming 1 ft 8 in side setback 4/6/2022
2421 Piedmont – Remove and replace an existing 6-ft fence along the northern side lot line on top of retaining wall with combined maximum height of 9 ft 3/30/2022
83 San Mateo – 15 sq ft addition above 14 ft in average height and 20 feet in maximum height on 7560 sq ft lot with an existing 3,457 sq ft dwelling 4/13/2022
89 San Mateo – New rear decks above 14 ft in average height, window alterations within non-conforming setbacks 4/6/2022,
825 Santa Barbara – Expand existing 502 sq ft garage with a non-conforming setback by 31 feet, increase average height from 6 ft 11 in to 10 ft 5 in and replace door 4/6/2022
2145 Ward – Major Residential addition over 14 ft reconfiguration of existing 2 units, continuation of non-conforming side setback and an increase of bedrooms to 5 on lot 4/6/2022
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
WORKSESSIONS:
April 19 – Fire Department Standards of Coverage Study, BART Station Planning
June 21 – Ballot Measure Development/Discussion (tentative)
July 19 - open
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Alameda County LAFCO Presentation
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Mid-Year Budget Report FY 2022
Berkeley Strategic Transportation Plan Update
March 20 - March 27, 2022
Worth Noting:
Tuesday City Council has a busy last day before their twenty-day Spring Recess from March 23 through April 11, 2022. The 4 pm special meeting on Tuesday is the next step in establishing the new council district boundaries. The Independent Redistricting Commission determines the district boundaries and has selected the Amber Map 2. The 6 pm meeting starts with two preliminary matters which should be of interest to everyone. The first is titled Anti-Eviction and is really about densification and dispels some commonly held myths. The second preliminary item is on the condition of the Maudelle Shirek (Old City Hall) and Veterans Buildings and what seismic stabilization and water leak repair will cost. The agenda looks long, so expect some of the action items to be postponed.
Wednesday the Disaster and Fire Safety Commission will continue the discussion on Eucalyptus Tree Groves and the request by a neighborhood group to use public funds on privately owned land. Managing fire risk is complicated. If, as presented at the last meeting, the Hillside Group is looking to remove Eucalyptus trees and fill with mostly grass, then fire danger may actually increase.
Thursday at the Mental Health Commission the SCU (Special Care Unit) for people suffering from a mental health crisis is on the agenda. It is unknown how much detail will be provided, but the efforts to provide the mentally ill with crisis intervention instead of jail or a 5150 trip/a 72-hour hospitalization against a person’s will is worth our attention.
Sunday, March 20, 2022 – no city meetings or events found
Monday, March 21, 2022
Community Environmental Advisory Commission at 5 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89970982149
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 899 7098 2149
AGENDA: 7. Report from Toxics Management Division, 9. Discussion/Action: Transition Letter to merged Environment and Climate Commission summary of actions of CEAC and initiatives for follow-thru (Hazardous Waste, 100% sustainable transportation by 2040, decarbonization of buildings, advancing on cliate action plan, housing and sustainable trips, de-zoning gas stations, banning gas powered delivery vehicles).
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Community_Environmental_Advisory_Commission/
Loan Administration Board
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87963266386?pwd=amxzanJSWXlOQ1RrK1lLQlkvNHZCQT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 ID: 879 6326 6386
AGENDA: B) Action Item Kidventurez request for an additional six months of deferred monthly payments on a $25,000 revolving loan fund.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Loan_Admin_Board.aspx
Tuesday, March 22, 2022
CITY COUNCIL CLOSED SESSION at 3 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89722983133
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 897 2298 3133
AGENDA: one item pending litigation Reugg & Ellsworth v. City of Berkeley.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING at 4 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85474741619
Teleconference: 1-699-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 854 7474 1619
Agenda: one item: Implementation of Redistricting Plan for City Council District Boundaries Amber Map 2.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85474741619
Teleconference: 1-699-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 854 7474 1619
AGENDA: the two additions to the council meeting as Preliminary Matters are: 1. Presentation by the Anti-Eviction Mapping Project, 2. Presentation on Seismic Retrofits for Civic Center Buildings, the consent and action calendar of the 6 pm council meeting follows the list of meetings by day of the week or use the link.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Solano Avenue Business Improvement District Advisory Board at 11:30 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86475480085
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 ID: 864 7548 0085
AGENDA: 4. Review Invoices from SAA – approve expenditures, 5. Projects/Goals for 2022, banners, flower baskets, landscaping
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Solano_BID_Board.aspx
Police Accountability Board Regulations Subcommittee at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82281228507
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 822 8122 8507
AGENDA: 4. Continue drafting regulations
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/ContentDisplay.aspx?id=162752
Wednesday, March 23, 2022
Civic Arts Commission at 6 – 8 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86147520326
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 ID: 861 4752 0326
AGENDA: 6. Presentations, Discussion & Action Items: a) Election, b) Appoint Cameron Woo to DRC, c) Work Plan, d) Discuss Festivals and History of Alcohol Sales, 7. Public Art Funding Ordinance, c) CA Arts Council Administrators of Color Fellowship and Related Program Ideas.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CivicArtsCommissionHomepage/
Disaster and Fire Safety Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81595546232
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 ID: 815 9554 6232
AGENDA: 1. Fire Department Staff Reports FF, GG, call metrics, Discussion Items: 6. Presentation on fire hazard of Eucalyptus, Costs and Monarch Butterflies, 8. Hazardous Vegetation Removal Program and Budget, 9. FEMA Grants, 10. Parking Enforcement, 11. Outdoor Warning System, 12. Process for notifying commission of reports status.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Disaster_and_Fire_Safety_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Energy Commission at 5 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89892047848
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 898 9204 7848
AGENDA: Discussion/Action Items: 7. Presentation & Discussion Neighborhood Electrification & Gas Pruning, 8. Discussion & Consideration of Recommendation Regarding Vision 2050 Bond Measure, 9. Discussion of Environment & Climate Commission,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Energy_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Human Welfare & Community Action Commission at 6:30 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/4863098496
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 486 309 8496
AGENDA: 6. Review CoB funded agency Program and Financial Reports for J-Sei, 7. Communication Vacant Properties, 8. Alta Bates Update, 9. Communication to Council regarding Easy Does It lapse in services, 10. Potential infrastructure and affordable housing bonds, 11. Pathways Facility, 12. Subcommittee update for prevention and ending homelessness in Berkeley.
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Housing_Advisory_Commission/
Police Accountability Board at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82237902987
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 822 3790 2987
AGENDA: 3. Public comment on agenda and non-agenda items, 5. Chair and Board Member’s Reports, Update Police Chief search, Reimagining Public Safety Task Force, 6. Director PAB Report, 7. Chief Report, 8. Subcommittee Reports, 9. Review Policy 319 Hate Crimes, 10. a. PAB Budget Proposal, b. Training: Constitutional and case law regarding searches, detentions and arrests.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/ContentDisplay.aspx?id=162752
Thursday, March 24, 2022
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board Eviction/Section 8/Foreclosure Committee at 5:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86109304385?pwd=TlpCbWZpVnpMVzQ2Q0ZoOUN5V0NtUT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 861 0930 4385 Passcode: 321033
AGENDA: 7. Presentation by eviction Defense Center on Tenant Protection Ordinance Activities
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Mental Health Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83719253558
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 ID: 837 1925 3558
AGENDA: 3. Bridge Services to SCU and SCU Update, 4. Selection for Mental Health Division Manager Update, 5. April presentation on Behavioral Health Crisis System, including the role of Berkeley police, Alameda County and patient’s rights, 6. Re-imagining Public Safety Task Force Update, 7. Mental Health Manager’s Report and Caseload Statistics
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Mental_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Zoning Adjustment Board (ZAB) at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86902758076
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 886 5437 9637
AGENDA: 2. 1235 Tenth Street – on consent – add Alcoholic beverage service of beer on-site at commercial recreation center
3. 2361 San Pablo – on consent – add Alcoholic beverage retail sale of beer and wine for off-site consumption to an existing retail store.
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
Friday, March 25, 2022 & Saturday, March 26, 2022 – no city meetings or events found
Sunday, March 27, 2022
Berkeley Equity Summit Series #8 at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://bit.ly/3HSXMLD
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 832 1453 3420 Passcode: 712730
AGENDA: Women’s Herstory, Celebrate and Embrace Women’s Stories
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MARCH 22, 2022 CITY COUNCIL REGULAR 6 pm MEETING AGENDA
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85474741619
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 854 7474 1619
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
CONSENT: 1. 2nd reading lease agreement with NFS Unlimited, LLC for Skates-on-the-Bay, 2. Resolution to meet via videoconference, 3. Resolution ratifying COVID emergency, 4. Minutes, 5. Contract $60,000 (ARPA Funds) Amendment to Berkeley Revolving Loan Fund to contract with Working Solutions to provide technical assistance to small businesses participating in Revolving Loan Program (RLP), 6. $12,952,000 Formal bid solicitations, 7. Donate surplus fire truck and equipment to Livermore Pleasanton Department, 8. Contract $325,000/fiscal year with Pinnacle for Occupational Physicals replacing current contract 3/23/2022 – 3/22/2022 with option to extend to total 10 years, 9. Contract $100,000 with Interior Motions for HHCS Public Health Division Furniture 1/1/2022 – 12/30/2022, 10. Amend Contract add $140,800 total $541,715 with Help@Hand Participation Agreement with CA Mental Health Services thru 6/30/2024, 11. Revenue Contract Alameda Co Behavioral Health Care Services, 12. Increase Taxi Scrip Window daily cash redemption limit from $800 to $1000 one day per week, 13. Amend BMC 12.70 to align state and local laws on smoking and cannabis, 14. Add $900,000 to each contract 31900137 with ELS Architecture and Urban Design, contract 31900155 with Siegel & Strain and contract 31900131 with Noll & Tam Architects 6/30/2022 – 3/31/2023, 15. Purchase Order $765,000 Nicholas K Corp dba the Ford Store San Leandro for 15 Ford Interceptor Utility Hybrid Vehicles, 16. Purchase Order $135,000 Nicholas K Corp dba the Ford Store San Leandro for 3 EV Ford Pickup Trucks, 17. Amend contract add $100,000 total $400,000 with Du-All Safety, LLC for Safety Consulting and Training Services thru 12/31/2025, 18. Amend contract add $85,000 total $277,947 with Silao General Engineering for site improvements (parking lot) at 125/127 University, 19. Amend contract add $500,000 total $1,400,000 with Coastland Civil Engineering for on-call civil engineering services for sanitary sewer program and extend 6/30/2023, 20. Amend contract add $500,000 total $1,200,000 with West Yost for on-call civil engineering services for sanitary sewer program and extend 6/30/2023, 21. Amend contract add $2,805,612 total $45,545780 with Waste Management of Alameda County for Landfill Disposal Services thru 12/31/2026, 22. FY 2023 Street Lighting Assessments – initiate proceedings, 23. Commission on Disability – Recommendation appoint new members to fill commission vacancies Districts 3,4,5,6,7 and Mayor, 24. Disaster and Fire Safety Commission – Recommendation to Identify High Risk Safety Areas that are exempt from State Imposed Housing Increases Due to Public safety Considerations 1. Fire Zones with narrow (26 feet or less) winding streets, 2. Locations Alquist-Priolo (Hayward Fault) and 3. Locations within Liquefaction and Landslide Zones,Parks.25. Parks and Waterfront Commission – Letter of support for South Sailing Basin Dredging, 26. Letter of Support to State Senate Budget Chair Skinner and Assembly Budget Chair Ting for Waterfront Infrastructure Improvement Projects, 27. Auditor’s Report Berkeley Police: Improvements Needed to Manage Overtime and Security Work for Outside Entities, 28. Taplin – Support for AB-2053 (Social Housing Act), 29. Taplin – Support for AB-2336 (Speed Safety Pilot Program – cameras to catch speeders), 30. Taplin - Support for AB-2713 (Rent caps –limits annual rent increase to 5% + CPI or 10% whichever is lower), 31. Taplin – Budget referral $300,000 to hire consultant to draft West Berkeley Transportation Plan, 32. Bartlett, co-sponsors Hahn, Taplin, Arreguin – Budget referral $350,000 to fund consultant to design and implement a local reparations plan to address economic injury and intergenerational trauma experienced by Berkeley’s decendents of slavery and ongoing harm caused to all African Americans by systems that uphold the legacy of segregation, 33. Hahn, Arreguin, Robinson – Oppose AB2808 which would ban rank choice voting, 34. Wengraf – Support for AB 1755 (wildfire home hardening, wildfire mitigation improvements), 35. Wengraf co-sponsors Taplin, Barlett – Support AB-1594 Fire Arms Civil Suits, 36. Wengraf, Hahn co-sponsors Bartlett, Arreguin– approving expenditure council office budget funds for 2022 Virtual Holocaust Remembrance Day Program, 37. Robinson co-sponsor Hahn – Budget Referral $3,600,000 Telegraph-Channing Garage elevator repairs, ACTION: 38. Berkeley economic Dashboards Update, 39. Research and Development (R&D) definition, 40. Accept the Surveillance Technology Report for Automatic License Plate Readers, GPS Trackers, Body Worn Camera and the Street Level Imagery Project (expect at the meeting for this to be moved to a future meeting) INFORMATION REPORTS: 41. FY 2022 First Quarter Investment Report ended 9/30/2021.
LAND USE CALENDAR:
Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
1643-47 California – new basement level and 2nd story 4/26/2022
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with the End of the Appeal Period
8 Brookside – Construct 2-story addition over 14 ft in average height and 20 ft max height, add 5th bedroom in R-1H zoning district 3/30/2022
1409 California - Construct a 96 sq ft addition over 14 ft in ave ht within a non-conforming rear yard setback 3/24/2022
1635 Curtis - 187 sq ft backyard office over 12 ft in average height 4/6/2022
1412 Derby – Residential addition of 431 sq ft to an existing 1,250 sq ft single family dwelling 3/24/2022
2451 Fifth – Establish an art/craft studio under 20,000 sq ft 4/6/2022
1795 Fourth – 1350 sq ft addition to existing 3750 sq ft commercial building conversion from 4 tenants to 2 tenants, work is shell only, tenant improvements under separate permit 3/31/2022
2200 Fourth – Change of use of less than 25% of existing protected manufacturing use to R&D, construction of 5113 sq ft of new R&D space,
2730 Grant – 2-story rear addition with average height of 21 ft 7 in, which horizontally and vertically extends the existing non-conforming 1 ft 8 in side setback 4/6/2022
1915 Milvia – Residential addition of 578 sq ft to existing 1-story single family dwelling. Project includes demolition of a portion of the rear home 3/24/2022
1341-1343 Parker – Addition of 5th bedroom, relocation of exterior stairs to single-family dwelling, project includes demolition of a portion of the structure 3/24/2022
2421 Piedmont – Remove and replace an existing 6-ft fence along the northern side lot line on top of retaining wall with combined maximum height of 9 ft 3/30/2022
89 San Mateo – New rear decks above 14 ft in average height, window alterations within non-conforming setbacks 4/6/2022,
825 Santa Barbara – Expand existing 502 sq ft garage with a non-conforming setback by 31 feet, increase average height from 6 ft 11 in to 10 ft 5 in and replace door 4/6/2022
2145 Ward – Major Residential addition over 14 ft reconfiguration of existing 2 units, continuation of non-conforming side setback and an increase of bedrooms to 5 on lot 4/6/2022
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
WORKSESSIONS:
April 19 – Fire Department Standards of Coverage Study, BART Station Planning
June 21 – open
July 19 - open
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Alameda County LAFCO Presentation
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Civic Center – Old City Hall and Veterans Memorial Building (Tentative: Action Item)
Mid-Year Budget Report FY 2022
Worth Noting:
Tuesday City Council has a busy last day before their twenty-day Spring Recess from March 23 through April 11, 2022. The 4 pm special meeting on Tuesday is the next step in establishing the new council district boundaries. The Independent Redistricting Commission determines the district boundaries and has selected the Amber Map 2. The 6 pm meeting starts with two preliminary matters which should be of interest to everyone. The first is titled Anti-Eviction and is really about densification and dispels some commonly held myths. The second preliminary item is on the condition of the Maudelle Shirek (Old City Hall) and Veterans Buildings and what seismic stabilization and water leak repair will cost. The agenda looks long, so expect some of the action items to be postponed.
Wednesday the Disaster and Fire Safety Commission will continue the discussion on Eucalyptus Tree Groves and the request by a neighborhood group to use public funds on privately owned land. Managing fire risk is complicated. If, as presented at the last meeting, the Hillside Group is looking to remove Eucalyptus trees and fill with mostly grass, then fire danger may actually increase.
Thursday at the Mental Health Commission the SCU (Special Care Unit) for people suffering from a mental health crisis is on the agenda. It is unknown how much detail will be provided, but the efforts to provide the mentally ill with crisis intervention instead of jail or a 5150 trip/a 72-hour hospitalization against a person’s will is worth our attention.
Sunday, March 20, 2022 – no city meetings or events found
Monday, March 21, 2022
Community Environmental Advisory Commission at 5 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89970982149
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 899 7098 2149
AGENDA: 7. Report from Toxics Management Division, 9. Discussion/Action: Transition Letter to merged Environment and Climate Commission summary of actions of CEAC and initiatives for follow-thru (Hazardous Waste, 100% sustainable transportation by 2040, decarbonization of buildings, advancing on cliate action plan, housing and sustainable trips, de-zoning gas stations, banning gas powered delivery vehicles).
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Community_Environmental_Advisory_Commission/
Loan Administration Board
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87963266386?pwd=amxzanJSWXlOQ1RrK1lLQlkvNHZCQT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 ID: 879 6326 6386
AGENDA: B) Action Item Kidventurez request for an additional six months of deferred monthly payments on a $25,000 revolving loan fund.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Loan_Admin_Board.aspx
Tuesday, March 22, 2022
CITY COUNCIL CLOSED SESSION at 3 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89722983133
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 897 2298 3133
AGENDA: one item pending litigation Reugg & Ellsworth v. City of Berkeley.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING at 4 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85474741619
Teleconference: 1-699-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 854 7474 1619
Agenda: one item: Implementation of Redistricting Plan for City Council District Boundaries Amber Map 2.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85474741619
Teleconference: 1-699-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 854 7474 1619
AGENDA: the two additions to the council meeting as Preliminary Matters are: 1. Presentation by the Anti-Eviction Mapping Project, 2. Presentation on Seismic Retrofits for Civic Center Buildings, the consent and action calendar of the 6 pm council meeting follows the list of meetings by day of the week or use the link.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Solano Avenue Business Improvement District Advisory Board at 11:30 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86475480085
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 ID: 864 7548 0085
AGENDA: 4. Review Invoices from SAA – approve expenditures, 5. Projects/Goals for 2022, banners, flower baskets, landscaping
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Solano_BID_Board.aspx
Police Accountability Board Regulations Subcommittee at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82281228507
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 822 8122 8507
AGENDA: 4. Continue drafting regulations
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/ContentDisplay.aspx?id=162752
Wednesday, March 23, 2022
Civic Arts Commission at 6 – 8 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86147520326
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 ID: 861 4752 0326
AGENDA: 6. Presentations, Discussion & Action Items: a) Election, b) Appoint Cameron Woo to DRC, c) Work Plan, d) Discuss Festivals and History of Alcohol Sales, 7. Public Art Funding Ordinance, c) CA Arts Council Administrators of Color Fellowship and Related Program Ideas.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CivicArtsCommissionHomepage/
Disaster and Fire Safety Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81595546232
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 ID: 815 9554 6232
AGENDA: 1. Fire Department Staff Reports FF, GG, call metrics, Discussion Items: 6. Presentation on fire hazard of Eucalyptus, Costs and Monarch Butterflies, 8. Hazardous Vegetation Removal Program and Budget, 9. FEMA Grants, 10. Parking Enforcement, 11. Outdoor Warning System, 12. Process for notifying commission of reports status.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Disaster_and_Fire_Safety_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Energy Commission at 5 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89892047848
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 898 9204 7848
AGENDA: Discussion/Action Items: 7. Presentation & Discussion Neighborhood Electrification & Gas Pruning, 8. Discussion & Consideration of Recommendation Regarding Vision 2050 Bond Measure, 9. Discussion of Environment & Climate Commission,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Energy_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Human Welfare & Community Action Commission at 6:30 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/4863098496
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 486 309 8496
AGENDA: 6. Review CoB funded agency Program and Financial Reports for J-Sei, 7. Communication Vacant Properties, 8. Alta Bates Update, 9. Communication to Council regarding Easy Does It lapse in services, 10. Potential infrastructure and affordable housing bonds, 11. Pathways Facility, 12. Subcommittee update for prevention and ending homelessness in Berkeley.
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Housing_Advisory_Commission/
Police Accountability Board at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82237902987
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 822 3790 2987
AGENDA: 3. Public comment on agenda and non-agenda items, 5. Chair and Board Member’s Reports, Update Police Chief search, Reimagining Public Safety Task Force, 6. Director PAB Report, 7. Chief Report, 8. Subcommittee Reports, 9. Review Policy 319 Hate Crimes, 10. a. PAB Budget Proposal, b. Training: Constitutional and case law regarding searches, detentions and arrests.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/ContentDisplay.aspx?id=162752
Thursday, March 24, 2022
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board Eviction/Section 8/Foreclosure Committee at 5:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86109304385?pwd=TlpCbWZpVnpMVzQ2Q0ZoOUN5V0NtUT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 861 0930 4385 Passcode: 321033
AGENDA: 7. Presentation by eviction Defense Center on Tenant Protection Ordinance Activities
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Mental Health Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83719253558
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 ID: 837 1925 3558
AGENDA: 3. Bridge Services to SCU and SCU Update, 4. Selection for Mental Health Division Manager Update, 5. April presentation on Behavioral Health Crisis System, including the role of Berkeley police, Alameda County and patient’s rights, 6. Re-imagining Public Safety Task Force Update, 7. Mental Health Manager’s Report and Caseload Statistics
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Mental_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Zoning Adjustment Board (ZAB) at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86902758076
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 886 5437 9637
AGENDA: 2. 1235 Tenth Street – on consent – add Alcoholic beverage service of beer on-site at commercial recreation center
3. 2361 San Pablo – on consent – add Alcoholic beverage retail sale of beer and wine for off-site consumption to an existing retail store.
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
Friday, March 25, 2022 & Saturday, March 26, 2022 – no city meetings or events found
Sunday, March 27, 2022
Berkeley Equity Summit Series #8 at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://bit.ly/3HSXMLD
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 ID: 832 1453 3420 Passcode: 712730
AGENDA: Women’s Herstory, Celebrate and Embrace Women’s Stories
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MARCH 22, 2022 CITY COUNCIL REGULAR 6 pm MEETING AGENDA
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85474741619
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 854 7474 1619
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
CONSENT: 1. 2nd reading lease agreement with NFS Unlimited, LLC for Skates-on-the-Bay, 2. Resolution to meet via videoconference, 3. Resolution ratifying COVID emergency, 4. Minutes, 5. Contract $60,000 (ARPA Funds) Amendment to Berkeley Revolving Loan Fund to contract with Working Solutions to provide technical assistance to small businesses participating in Revolving Loan Program (RLP), 6. $12,952,000 Formal bid solicitations, 7. Donate surplus fire truck and equipment to Livermore Pleasanton Department, 8. Contract $325,000/fiscal year with Pinnacle for Occupational Physicals replacing current contract 3/23/2022 – 3/22/2022 with option to extend to total 10 years, 9. Contract $100,000 with Interior Motions for HHCS Public Health Division Furniture 1/1/2022 – 12/30/2022, 10. Amend Contract add $140,800 total $541,715 with Help@Hand Participation Agreement with CA Mental Health Services thru 6/30/2024, 11. Revenue Contract Alameda Co Behavioral Health Care Services, 12. Increase Taxi Scrip Window daily cash redemption limit from $800 to $1000 one day per week, 13. Amend BMC 12.70 to align state and local laws on smoking and cannabis, 14. Add $900,000 to each contract 31900137 with ELS Architecture and Urban Design, contract 31900155 with Siegel & Strain and contract 31900131 with Noll & Tam Architects 6/30/2022 – 3/31/2023, 15. Purchase Order $765,000 Nicholas K Corp dba the Ford Store San Leandro for 15 Ford Interceptor Utility Hybrid Vehicles, 16. Purchase Order $135,000 Nicholas K Corp dba the Ford Store San Leandro for 3 EV Ford Pickup Trucks, 17. Amend contract add $100,000 total $400,000 with Du-All Safety, LLC for Safety Consulting and Training Services thru 12/31/2025, 18. Amend contract add $85,000 total $277,947 with Silao General Engineering for site improvements (parking lot) at 125/127 University, 19. Amend contract add $500,000 total $1,400,000 with Coastland Civil Engineering for on-call civil engineering services for sanitary sewer program and extend 6/30/2023, 20. Amend contract add $500,000 total $1,200,000 with West Yost for on-call civil engineering services for sanitary sewer program and extend 6/30/2023, 21. Amend contract add $2,805,612 total $45,545780 with Waste Management of Alameda County for Landfill Disposal Services thru 12/31/2026, 22. FY 2023 Street Lighting Assessments – initiate proceedings, 23. Commission on Disability – Recommendation appoint new members to fill commission vacancies Districts 3,4,5,6,7 and Mayor, 24. Disaster and Fire Safety Commission – Recommendation to Identify High Risk Safety Areas that are exempt from State Imposed Housing Increases Due to Public safety Considerations 1. Fire Zones with narrow (26 feet or less) winding streets, 2. Locations Alquist-Priolo (Hayward Fault) and 3. Locations within Liquefaction and Landslide Zones,Parks.25. Parks and Waterfront Commission – Letter of support for South Sailing Basin Dredging, 26. Letter of Support to State Senate Budget Chair Skinner and Assembly Budget Chair Ting for Waterfront Infrastructure Improvement Projects, 27. Auditor’s Report Berkeley Police: Improvements Needed to Manage Overtime and Security Work for Outside Entities, 28. Taplin – Support for AB-2053 (Social Housing Act), 29. Taplin – Support for AB-2336 (Speed Safety Pilot Program – cameras to catch speeders), 30. Taplin - Support for AB-2713 (Rent caps –limits annual rent increase to 5% + CPI or 10% whichever is lower), 31. Taplin – Budget referral $300,000 to hire consultant to draft West Berkeley Transportation Plan, 32. Bartlett, co-sponsors Hahn, Taplin, Arreguin – Budget referral $350,000 to fund consultant to design and implement a local reparations plan to address economic injury and intergenerational trauma experienced by Berkeley’s decendents of slavery and ongoing harm caused to all African Americans by systems that uphold the legacy of segregation, 33. Hahn, Arreguin, Robinson – Oppose AB2808 which would ban rank choice voting, 34. Wengraf – Support for AB 1755 (wildfire home hardening, wildfire mitigation improvements), 35. Wengraf co-sponsors Taplin, Barlett – Support AB-1594 Fire Arms Civil Suits, 36. Wengraf, Hahn co-sponsors Bartlett, Arreguin– approving expenditure council office budget funds for 2022 Virtual Holocaust Remembrance Day Program, 37. Robinson co-sponsor Hahn – Budget Referral $3,600,000 Telegraph-Channing Garage elevator repairs, ACTION: 38. Berkeley economic Dashboards Update, 39. Research and Development (R&D) definition, 40. Accept the Surveillance Technology Report for Automatic License Plate Readers, GPS Trackers, Body Worn Camera and the Street Level Imagery Project (expect at the meeting for this to be moved to a future meeting) INFORMATION REPORTS: 41. FY 2022 First Quarter Investment Report ended 9/30/2021.
LAND USE CALENDAR:
Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
1643-47 California – new basement level and 2nd story 4/26/2022
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with the End of the Appeal Period
8 Brookside – Construct 2-story addition over 14 ft in average height and 20 ft max height, add 5th bedroom in R-1H zoning district 3/30/2022
1409 California - Construct a 96 sq ft addition over 14 ft in ave ht within a non-conforming rear yard setback 3/24/2022
1635 Curtis - 187 sq ft backyard office over 12 ft in average height 4/6/2022
1412 Derby – Residential addition of 431 sq ft to an existing 1,250 sq ft single family dwelling 3/24/2022
2451 Fifth – Establish an art/craft studio under 20,000 sq ft 4/6/2022
1795 Fourth – 1350 sq ft addition to existing 3750 sq ft commercial building conversion from 4 tenants to 2 tenants, work is shell only, tenant improvements under separate permit 3/31/2022
2200 Fourth – Change of use of less than 25% of existing protected manufacturing use to R&D, construction of 5113 sq ft of new R&D space,
2730 Grant – 2-story rear addition with average height of 21 ft 7 in, which horizontally and vertically extends the existing non-conforming 1 ft 8 in side setback 4/6/2022
1915 Milvia – Residential addition of 578 sq ft to existing 1-story single family dwelling. Project includes demolition of a portion of the rear home 3/24/2022
1341-1343 Parker – Addition of 5th bedroom, relocation of exterior stairs to single-family dwelling, project includes demolition of a portion of the structure 3/24/2022
2421 Piedmont – Remove and replace an existing 6-ft fence along the northern side lot line on top of retaining wall with combined maximum height of 9 ft 3/30/2022
89 San Mateo – New rear decks above 14 ft in average height, window alterations within non-conforming setbacks 4/6/2022,
825 Santa Barbara – Expand existing 502 sq ft garage with a non-conforming setback by 31 feet, increase average height from 6 ft 11 in to 10 ft 5 in and replace door 4/6/2022
2145 Ward – Major Residential addition over 14 ft reconfiguration of existing 2 units, continuation of non-conforming side setback and an increase of bedrooms to 5 on lot 4/6/2022
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
WORKSESSIONS:
April 19 – Fire Department Standards of Coverage Study, BART Station Planning
June 21 – open
July 19 - open
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Alameda County LAFCO Presentation
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Civic Center – Old City Hall and Veterans Memorial Building (Tentative: Action Item)
Mid-Year Budget Report FY 2022
March 13 - March 20, 2022
Worth Noting:
EBMUD an early contributor to Wastewater Epidemiology in measuring SARS-CoV-2 RNA in Wastewater is giving a public presentation “Searching for the Sewage Signal” Wednesday at 6 pm. If this peaks your curiosity check out SARS-CoV-2 RNA Levels in Wastewater charts and maps from the CD. https://covid.cdc.gov/covid-data-tracker/#wastewater-surveillance
Housing is the subject of the 3x3 meeting Monday at 5 pm, the special City Council meeting at 6 pm Tuesday and the Rent Board on Wednesday at 5:15 pm. The Tuesday special council meeting at 6 pm with the singular item of the Housing Element and Residential Objective Standards should capture your attention as this is the developing plan for adding 8934 housing units to Berkeley.
The last planned meeting of the Independent Redistricting Commission (IRC) is Wednesday at 6 pm and covers the final map Amber 2 and the final report. Approval by the city council in April is merely a formality as the IRC has the final word/decision on the District map.
The last meeting on the Hopkins Corridor redesign is Monday at 6 pm. The last section is McGee to Gilman and includes the Monterey Market.
You will need to check after Monday for the agenda of the Transportation Commission and if the Design Review Committee and Human Welfare & Community Action Commissions will meet on their regular schedule.
The City Council March 22 regular meeting is available for review and comment. The ALPR and Surveillance report it is item 40 at the end of the agenda. Per Agenda Committee discussion the report will be rescheduled, but we shall see. Council Spring Recess is March 23 through April 11, 2022.
You have until Friday, March 18 to complete the City’s Parking survey:
Residents - https://bit.ly/ss-resident
Merchants - https://bit.ly/ss-merchant
Employee of a local business - https://bit.ly/berk-employee
Website for the project - https://smartspace.goberkeley.info.
Sunday, March 13, 2022 – DAYLIGHT SAVINGS – Spring Forward
Monday, March 14, 2022
3x3 Committee Arreguin, Harrison, Kesarwani and Berkeley Housing Authority (BHA) at 5 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88901416821?pwd=Y0ZmTFZyZ3Q2VmlOSnhtZkFHeitjUT09
Teleconference: 1-600-900-9128 Meeting ID:889 0141 6821 Passcode: 97977
Agenda: 2. BHA Housing Choice Voucher, 4. Project-based Section 8 Program, 5. Homeless Programs, 6. HTF Loan Forgiveness, 7. Affordable Housing Berkeley, Inc, 8. BART Projects, 9. Plans for 2022, 10. Revenue Measure.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/3x3_Committee_Homepage.aspx
Hopkins Corridor Traffic and Placemaking Study at 6 pm – 7:30 pm
Link to Register: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_7h0dggh0S_S6KGt-BXIGaA
AGENDA: Hopkins Corridor Plan McGee to Gilman – includes Monterey Market
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Hopkins/
Tuesday, March 15, 2022
CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 5 pm (same links for both meetings)
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87248793756
Teleconference: 1-699-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 872 4879 3756
AGENDA: 1 item – 2nd reading of the Resolution authorizing an amendment to the contract between the City Council and CalPERS
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 6 pm (same links for both meetings)
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87248793756
Teleconference: 1-699-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 872 4879 3756
AGENDA: 1 item – Housing Element Update and Residential Objective Standards (packet 60 pages with lots of diagrams and charts of lot coverage and size.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Wednesday, March 16, 2022
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board Outreach Committee at 5:15 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86942068044?pwd=V3ZCQk9tUWoxQUsxUmVMNjdqYlpmdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 869 4206 8044 Passcode: 218768
Agenda: 7. Discussion/possible action Social Media, 8. Discussion/possible action 2022 tenant Survey, 9. Discussion/possible action Fair Chance Ordinance, 10. Staff report on status Eviction Moratorium/Ellis act, 11. Discussion/possible action regarding Emergency Rental Assistance.
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Commission on Aging at 1pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87859343194
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 878 5934 3194
Agenda: 9. Presentation: Berkeley Rides for Seniors & Disabled FY23 Program Plan, 12. TOPA, 13. How to approach elder/older adult issues and concerns in Berkeley.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Aging_Homepage.aspx
Commission on the Status of Women at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83821061701?pwd=MktBTGJneDFqTkpVTExCMWlGRGduQT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 838 2106 1701 Passcode: 465358
Agenda: 5. CA Commissions Grant – Women’s Pandemic Recovery Response Grant, 8. Legislative updates.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_the_Status_of_Women_Homepage.aspx
Independent Redistricting Commission at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82577896995
Teleconference: 1-699-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 825 7789 6995
Agenda: 2. Adoption of the Final Map – Amber Map 2, 3. Approval of the Final Redistricting Report (report 819 pages)
https://redistricting-commission-berkeley.hub.arcgis.com/
EBMUD Searching for the Sewage Signal – COVID at 6 pm
Registration: https://ebmud.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_4yWhcD-RTNS2COg4ZLzj_A
Or https://tinyurl.com/bdhar7en
Agenda: Searching for the Sewage Signal, How EBMUD Contributed to Wastewater Epidemiology for the Bay Area
https://www.ebmud.com/customers/pipeline/2021/03/covid-19-clues-wastewater
Human Welfare & Community Action Commission
The Human Welfare & Community Action Commission normally meets the 3rd Wednesday at 6:30 pm – there is no meeting posted, check after Monday for possible meeting notice.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Human_Welfare_and_Community_Action_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Thursday, March 17, 2022
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board at 7 pm
check after Monday for links and agenda and confirm time
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Fair Campaign Practices Commission at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87224260674
Teleconference: 1-669-9006833 Meeting ID: 872 2426 0674
Agenda: 6. Report on Officeholder accounts subcommittee; discussion/possible action,
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/FCPC/
Transportation Commission at 7 pm
check after Monday for links and agenda and confirm time
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Transportation_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Design Review Committee
The Design Review Committee normally meets the 3rd Thursday at 7 pm – there is no meeting posted, check after Monday for possible meeting notice.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/designreview/
Friday, March 18, 2022 & Saturday, March 19, 2022
No City meetings or events found
Sunday, March 20, 2022
Oakland Marathon - https://oaklandmarathon.com/
MARCH 22, 2022 CITY COUNCIL REGULAR 6 pm MEETING AGENDA
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85474741619
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 854 7474 1619
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
CONSENT: 1. 2nd reading lease agreement with NFS Unlimited, LLC for Skates-on-the-Bay, 2. Resolution to meet via videoconference, 3. Resolution ratifying COVID emergency, 4. Minutes, 5. Contract $60,000 (ARPA Funds) Amendment to Berkeley Revolving Loan Fund to contract with Working Solutions to provide technical assistance to small businesses participating in Revolving Loan Program (RLP), 6. $12,952,000 Formal bid solicitations, 7. Donate surplus fire truck and equipment to Livermore Pleasanton Department, 8. Contract $325,000/fiscal year with Pinnacle for Occupational Physicals replacing current contract 3/23/2022 – 3/22/2022 with option to extend to total 10 years, 9. Contract $100,000 with Interior Motions for HHCS Public Health Division Furniture 1/1/2022 – 12/30/2022, 10. Amend Contract add $140,800 total $541,715 with Help@Hand Participation Agreement with CA Mental Health Services thru 6/30/2024, 11. Revenue Contract Alameda Co Behavioral Health Care Services, 12. Increase Taxi Scrip Window daily cash redemption limit from $800 to $1000 one day per week, 13. Amend BMC 12.70 to align state and local laws on smoking and cannabis, 14. Add $900,000 to each contract with ELS Architecture and Urban Design, Siegel & Strain and Noll & Tam Architects 6/30/2022 – 3/31/2023, 15. Purchase Order $765,000 Nicholas K Corp dba the Ford Store San Leandro for 15 Ford Interceptor Utility Hybrid Vehicles, 16. Purchase Order $135,000 Nicholas K Corp dba the Ford Store San Leandro for 3 EV Ford Pickup Trucks, 17. Amend contract add $100,000 total $400,000 with Du-All Safety, LLC for Safety Consulting and Training Services thru 12/31/2025, 18. Amend contract add $85,000 total $277,947 with Silao General Engineering for site improvements (parking lot) at 125/127 University, 19. Amend contract add $500,000 total $1,400,000 with Coastland Civil Engineering for on-call civil engineering services for sanitary sewer program and extend 6/30/2023, 20. Amend contract add $500,000 total $1,200,000 with West Yost for on-call civil engineering services for sanitary sewer program and extend 6/30/2023, 21. Amend contract add $2,805,612 total $45,545780 with Waste Management of Alameda County for Landfill Disposal Services thru 12/31/2026, 22. FY 2023 Street Lighting Assessments – initiate proceedings, 23. Commission on Disability – Recommendation appoint new members to fill commission vacancies Districts 3,4,5,6,7 and Mayor, 24. Disaster and Fire Safety Commission – Recommendation to Identify High Risk Safety Areas that are exempt from State Imposed Housing Increases Due to Public safety Considerations 1. Fire Zones with narrow (26 feet or less) winding streets, 2. Locations Alquist-Priolo (Hayward Fault) and 3. Locations within Liquefaction and Landslide Zones,Parks.25. Parks and Waterfront Commission – Letter of support for South Sailing Basin Dredging, 26. Letter of Support to State Senate Budget Chair Skinner and Assembly Budget Chair Ting for Waterfront Infrastructure Improvement Projects, 27. Auditor’s Report Berkeley Police: Improvements Needed to Manage Overtime and Security Work for Outside Entities, 28. Taplin – Support for AB-2053 (Social Housing Act), 29. Taplin – Support for AB-2336 (Speed Safety Pilot Program – cameras to catch speeders), 30. Taplin - Support for AB-2713 (Rent caps –limits annual rent increase to 5% + CPI or 10% whichever is lower), 31. Taplin – Budget referral $300,000 to hire consultant to draft West Berkeley Transportation Plan, 32. Bartlett, co-sponsors Hahn, Taplin, Arreguin – Budget referral $350,000 to fund consultant to design and implement a local reparations plan to address economic injury and intergenerational trauma experienced by Berkeley’s decendents of slavery and ongoing harm caused to all African Americans by systems that uphold the legacy of segregation, 33. Hahn, Arreguin, Robinson – Oppose AB2808 which would ban rank choice voting, 34. Wengraf – Support for AB 1755 (wildfire home hardening, wildfire mitigation improvements), 35. Wengraf co-sponsors Taplin, Barlett – Support AB-1594 Fire Arms Civil Suits, 36. Wengraf, Hahn co-sponsors Bartlett, Arreguin– approving expenditure council office budget funds for 2022 Virtual Holocaust Remembrance Day Program, 37. Robinson co-sponsor Hahn – Budget Referral $3,600,000 Telegraph-Channing Garage elevator repairs, ACTION: 38. Berkeley economic Dashboards Update, 39. Research and Development (R&D) definition, 40. Accept the Surveillance Technology Report for Automatic License Plate Readers, GPS Trackers, Body Worn Camera and the Street Level Imagery Project (expect at the meeting for this to be moved to a future meeting) INFORMATION REPORTS: 41. FY 2022 First Quarter Investment Report ended 9/30/2021.
LAND USE CALENDAR:
Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
1643-47 California – new basement level and 2nd story 4/26/2022
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with the End of the Appeal Period
8 Brookside – Construct 2-story addition over 14 ft in average height and 20 feet maximum height, add 5th bedroom in R-1H zoning district 3/30/2022
1409 California - Construct a 96 sq ft addition over 14 ft in ave ht within a non-conforming rear yard setback 3/24/2022
1412 Derby – Residential addition of 431 sq ft to an existing 1,250 sq ft single family dwelling 3/24/2022
1233 Dwight – Create 430 sq ft 2nd story addition and 20 sq ft 1st floor addition to existing single-family dwelling 3/14/2022
3233 Ellis – Demolish existing single-family dwelling and construct 3 detached single-family dwellings
760 Hearst – Establish 3,366 sq ft veterinary clinic in an existing tenant space 3/16/2022
1915 Milvia – Residential addition of 578 sq ft to existing 1-story single family dwelling. Project includes demolition of a portion of the rear home 3/24/2022
2500 MLK Jr Way – Change of use from retail books to medical office in one commercial space 3/14/2022
1341-1343 Parker – Addition of 5th bedroom, relocation of exterior stairs to single-family dwelling, project includes demolition of a portion of the structure 3/24/2022
2421 Piedmont – remove and replace existing 6 foot fence on top of retaining wall total height 9 feet 3/30/2022
1641 Stuart – Residential addition on 2nd floor of single family dwelling 3/14/2022
2305 Telegraph – Change of use from retail to food establishment in existing vacant commercial space 3/14/2022
2315 Telegraph – Change of use from retail food establishment in an existing vacant commercial space, no exterior work 3/14/2022
1201 The Alameda – Establish new uncovered off-street parking space within required yard 3/14/12022
3022 Shattuck – Remodel existing duplex, replacement existing deck and stairs, addition at shade structure at rear of house, scope of work includes kitchens and bathrooms, roof at rear of house to be extended, no proposed change to existing footprint or façade facing right of way, 2 electric charging stations, 2 on demand water heaters 3/14/2022
1499 University – Add mural to South façade
1695 Ward – Construct 105 sq ft 2nd story addition and roof deck, construct porch in existing non-conforming frontsetback, add off-street parking space to rear yard, on non-conforming for lot coverage and occupied by existing 2-story 2,058 sq ft single family dwelling 3/16/2022
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
WORKSESSIONS:
March 15 – Housing Element Update
April 19 – Fire Department Standards of Coverage Study, BART Station Planning
June 21 – open
July 19 - open
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Alameda County LAFCO Presentation
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Civic Center – Old City Hall and Veterans Memorial Building (Tentative: Action Item)
Mid-Year Budget Report FY 2022
Worth Noting:
EBMUD an early contributor to Wastewater Epidemiology in measuring SARS-CoV-2 RNA in Wastewater is giving a public presentation “Searching for the Sewage Signal” Wednesday at 6 pm. If this peaks your curiosity check out SARS-CoV-2 RNA Levels in Wastewater charts and maps from the CD. https://covid.cdc.gov/covid-data-tracker/#wastewater-surveillance
Housing is the subject of the 3x3 meeting Monday at 5 pm, the special City Council meeting at 6 pm Tuesday and the Rent Board on Wednesday at 5:15 pm. The Tuesday special council meeting at 6 pm with the singular item of the Housing Element and Residential Objective Standards should capture your attention as this is the developing plan for adding 8934 housing units to Berkeley.
The last planned meeting of the Independent Redistricting Commission (IRC) is Wednesday at 6 pm and covers the final map Amber 2 and the final report. Approval by the city council in April is merely a formality as the IRC has the final word/decision on the District map.
The last meeting on the Hopkins Corridor redesign is Monday at 6 pm. The last section is McGee to Gilman and includes the Monterey Market.
You will need to check after Monday for the agenda of the Transportation Commission and if the Design Review Committee and Human Welfare & Community Action Commissions will meet on their regular schedule.
The City Council March 22 regular meeting is available for review and comment. The ALPR and Surveillance report it is item 40 at the end of the agenda. Per Agenda Committee discussion the report will be rescheduled, but we shall see. Council Spring Recess is March 23 through April 11, 2022.
You have until Friday, March 18 to complete the City’s Parking survey:
Residents - https://bit.ly/ss-resident
Merchants - https://bit.ly/ss-merchant
Employee of a local business - https://bit.ly/berk-employee
Website for the project - https://smartspace.goberkeley.info.
Sunday, March 13, 2022 – DAYLIGHT SAVINGS – Spring Forward
Monday, March 14, 2022
3x3 Committee Arreguin, Harrison, Kesarwani and Berkeley Housing Authority (BHA) at 5 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88901416821?pwd=Y0ZmTFZyZ3Q2VmlOSnhtZkFHeitjUT09
Teleconference: 1-600-900-9128 Meeting ID:889 0141 6821 Passcode: 97977
Agenda: 2. BHA Housing Choice Voucher, 4. Project-based Section 8 Program, 5. Homeless Programs, 6. HTF Loan Forgiveness, 7. Affordable Housing Berkeley, Inc, 8. BART Projects, 9. Plans for 2022, 10. Revenue Measure.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/3x3_Committee_Homepage.aspx
Hopkins Corridor Traffic and Placemaking Study at 6 pm – 7:30 pm
Link to Register: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_7h0dggh0S_S6KGt-BXIGaA
AGENDA: Hopkins Corridor Plan McGee to Gilman – includes Monterey Market
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Hopkins/
Tuesday, March 15, 2022
CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 5 pm (same links for both meetings)
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87248793756
Teleconference: 1-699-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 872 4879 3756
AGENDA: 1 item – 2nd reading of the Resolution authorizing an amendment to the contract between the City Council and CalPERS
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 6 pm (same links for both meetings)
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87248793756
Teleconference: 1-699-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 872 4879 3756
AGENDA: 1 item – Housing Element Update and Residential Objective Standards (packet 60 pages with lots of diagrams and charts of lot coverage and size.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Wednesday, March 16, 2022
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board Outreach Committee at 5:15 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86942068044?pwd=V3ZCQk9tUWoxQUsxUmVMNjdqYlpmdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 869 4206 8044 Passcode: 218768
Agenda: 7. Discussion/possible action Social Media, 8. Discussion/possible action 2022 tenant Survey, 9. Discussion/possible action Fair Chance Ordinance, 10. Staff report on status Eviction Moratorium/Ellis act, 11. Discussion/possible action regarding Emergency Rental Assistance.
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Commission on Aging at 1pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87859343194
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 878 5934 3194
Agenda: 9. Presentation: Berkeley Rides for Seniors & Disabled FY23 Program Plan, 12. TOPA, 13. How to approach elder/older adult issues and concerns in Berkeley.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Aging_Homepage.aspx
Commission on the Status of Women at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83821061701?pwd=MktBTGJneDFqTkpVTExCMWlGRGduQT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 838 2106 1701 Passcode: 465358
Agenda: 5. CA Commissions Grant – Women’s Pandemic Recovery Response Grant, 8. Legislative updates.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_the_Status_of_Women_Homepage.aspx
Independent Redistricting Commission at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82577896995
Teleconference: 1-699-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 825 7789 6995
Agenda: 2. Adoption of the Final Map – Amber Map 2, 3. Approval of the Final Redistricting Report (report 819 pages)
https://redistricting-commission-berkeley.hub.arcgis.com/
EBMUD Searching for the Sewage Signal – COVID at 6 pm
Registration: https://ebmud.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_4yWhcD-RTNS2COg4ZLzj_A
Or https://tinyurl.com/bdhar7en
Agenda: Searching for the Sewage Signal, How EBMUD Contributed to Wastewater Epidemiology for the Bay Area
https://www.ebmud.com/customers/pipeline/2021/03/covid-19-clues-wastewater
Human Welfare & Community Action Commission
The Human Welfare & Community Action Commission normally meets the 3rd Wednesday at 6:30 pm – there is no meeting posted, check after Monday for possible meeting notice.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Human_Welfare_and_Community_Action_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Thursday, March 17, 2022
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board at 7 pm
check after Monday for links and agenda and confirm time
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Fair Campaign Practices Commission at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87224260674
Teleconference: 1-669-9006833 Meeting ID: 872 2426 0674
Agenda: 6. Report on Officeholder accounts subcommittee; discussion/possible action,
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/FCPC/
Transportation Commission at 7 pm
check after Monday for links and agenda and confirm time
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Transportation_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Design Review Committee
The Design Review Committee normally meets the 3rd Thursday at 7 pm – there is no meeting posted, check after Monday for possible meeting notice.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/designreview/
Friday, March 18, 2022 & Saturday, March 19, 2022
No City meetings or events found
Sunday, March 20, 2022
Oakland Marathon - https://oaklandmarathon.com/
MARCH 22, 2022 CITY COUNCIL REGULAR 6 pm MEETING AGENDA
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85474741619
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 854 7474 1619
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
CONSENT: 1. 2nd reading lease agreement with NFS Unlimited, LLC for Skates-on-the-Bay, 2. Resolution to meet via videoconference, 3. Resolution ratifying COVID emergency, 4. Minutes, 5. Contract $60,000 (ARPA Funds) Amendment to Berkeley Revolving Loan Fund to contract with Working Solutions to provide technical assistance to small businesses participating in Revolving Loan Program (RLP), 6. $12,952,000 Formal bid solicitations, 7. Donate surplus fire truck and equipment to Livermore Pleasanton Department, 8. Contract $325,000/fiscal year with Pinnacle for Occupational Physicals replacing current contract 3/23/2022 – 3/22/2022 with option to extend to total 10 years, 9. Contract $100,000 with Interior Motions for HHCS Public Health Division Furniture 1/1/2022 – 12/30/2022, 10. Amend Contract add $140,800 total $541,715 with Help@Hand Participation Agreement with CA Mental Health Services thru 6/30/2024, 11. Revenue Contract Alameda Co Behavioral Health Care Services, 12. Increase Taxi Scrip Window daily cash redemption limit from $800 to $1000 one day per week, 13. Amend BMC 12.70 to align state and local laws on smoking and cannabis, 14. Add $900,000 to each contract with ELS Architecture and Urban Design, Siegel & Strain and Noll & Tam Architects 6/30/2022 – 3/31/2023, 15. Purchase Order $765,000 Nicholas K Corp dba the Ford Store San Leandro for 15 Ford Interceptor Utility Hybrid Vehicles, 16. Purchase Order $135,000 Nicholas K Corp dba the Ford Store San Leandro for 3 EV Ford Pickup Trucks, 17. Amend contract add $100,000 total $400,000 with Du-All Safety, LLC for Safety Consulting and Training Services thru 12/31/2025, 18. Amend contract add $85,000 total $277,947 with Silao General Engineering for site improvements (parking lot) at 125/127 University, 19. Amend contract add $500,000 total $1,400,000 with Coastland Civil Engineering for on-call civil engineering services for sanitary sewer program and extend 6/30/2023, 20. Amend contract add $500,000 total $1,200,000 with West Yost for on-call civil engineering services for sanitary sewer program and extend 6/30/2023, 21. Amend contract add $2,805,612 total $45,545780 with Waste Management of Alameda County for Landfill Disposal Services thru 12/31/2026, 22. FY 2023 Street Lighting Assessments – initiate proceedings, 23. Commission on Disability – Recommendation appoint new members to fill commission vacancies Districts 3,4,5,6,7 and Mayor, 24. Disaster and Fire Safety Commission – Recommendation to Identify High Risk Safety Areas that are exempt from State Imposed Housing Increases Due to Public safety Considerations 1. Fire Zones with narrow (26 feet or less) winding streets, 2. Locations Alquist-Priolo (Hayward Fault) and 3. Locations within Liquefaction and Landslide Zones,Parks.25. Parks and Waterfront Commission – Letter of support for South Sailing Basin Dredging, 26. Letter of Support to State Senate Budget Chair Skinner and Assembly Budget Chair Ting for Waterfront Infrastructure Improvement Projects, 27. Auditor’s Report Berkeley Police: Improvements Needed to Manage Overtime and Security Work for Outside Entities, 28. Taplin – Support for AB-2053 (Social Housing Act), 29. Taplin – Support for AB-2336 (Speed Safety Pilot Program – cameras to catch speeders), 30. Taplin - Support for AB-2713 (Rent caps –limits annual rent increase to 5% + CPI or 10% whichever is lower), 31. Taplin – Budget referral $300,000 to hire consultant to draft West Berkeley Transportation Plan, 32. Bartlett, co-sponsors Hahn, Taplin, Arreguin – Budget referral $350,000 to fund consultant to design and implement a local reparations plan to address economic injury and intergenerational trauma experienced by Berkeley’s decendents of slavery and ongoing harm caused to all African Americans by systems that uphold the legacy of segregation, 33. Hahn, Arreguin, Robinson – Oppose AB2808 which would ban rank choice voting, 34. Wengraf – Support for AB 1755 (wildfire home hardening, wildfire mitigation improvements), 35. Wengraf co-sponsors Taplin, Barlett – Support AB-1594 Fire Arms Civil Suits, 36. Wengraf, Hahn co-sponsors Bartlett, Arreguin– approving expenditure council office budget funds for 2022 Virtual Holocaust Remembrance Day Program, 37. Robinson co-sponsor Hahn – Budget Referral $3,600,000 Telegraph-Channing Garage elevator repairs, ACTION: 38. Berkeley economic Dashboards Update, 39. Research and Development (R&D) definition, 40. Accept the Surveillance Technology Report for Automatic License Plate Readers, GPS Trackers, Body Worn Camera and the Street Level Imagery Project (expect at the meeting for this to be moved to a future meeting) INFORMATION REPORTS: 41. FY 2022 First Quarter Investment Report ended 9/30/2021.
LAND USE CALENDAR:
Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
1643-47 California – new basement level and 2nd story 4/26/2022
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with the End of the Appeal Period
8 Brookside – Construct 2-story addition over 14 ft in average height and 20 feet maximum height, add 5th bedroom in R-1H zoning district 3/30/2022
1409 California - Construct a 96 sq ft addition over 14 ft in ave ht within a non-conforming rear yard setback 3/24/2022
1412 Derby – Residential addition of 431 sq ft to an existing 1,250 sq ft single family dwelling 3/24/2022
1233 Dwight – Create 430 sq ft 2nd story addition and 20 sq ft 1st floor addition to existing single-family dwelling 3/14/2022
3233 Ellis – Demolish existing single-family dwelling and construct 3 detached single-family dwellings
760 Hearst – Establish 3,366 sq ft veterinary clinic in an existing tenant space 3/16/2022
1915 Milvia – Residential addition of 578 sq ft to existing 1-story single family dwelling. Project includes demolition of a portion of the rear home 3/24/2022
2500 MLK Jr Way – Change of use from retail books to medical office in one commercial space 3/14/2022
1341-1343 Parker – Addition of 5th bedroom, relocation of exterior stairs to single-family dwelling, project includes demolition of a portion of the structure 3/24/2022
2421 Piedmont – remove and replace existing 6 foot fence on top of retaining wall total height 9 feet 3/30/2022
1641 Stuart – Residential addition on 2nd floor of single family dwelling 3/14/2022
2305 Telegraph – Change of use from retail to food establishment in existing vacant commercial space 3/14/2022
2315 Telegraph – Change of use from retail food establishment in an existing vacant commercial space, no exterior work 3/14/2022
1201 The Alameda – Establish new uncovered off-street parking space within required yard 3/14/12022
3022 Shattuck – Remodel existing duplex, replacement existing deck and stairs, addition at shade structure at rear of house, scope of work includes kitchens and bathrooms, roof at rear of house to be extended, no proposed change to existing footprint or façade facing right of way, 2 electric charging stations, 2 on demand water heaters 3/14/2022
1499 University – Add mural to South façade
1695 Ward – Construct 105 sq ft 2nd story addition and roof deck, construct porch in existing non-conforming frontsetback, add off-street parking space to rear yard, on non-conforming for lot coverage and occupied by existing 2-story 2,058 sq ft single family dwelling 3/16/2022
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
WORKSESSIONS:
March 15 – Housing Element Update
April 19 – Fire Department Standards of Coverage Study, BART Station Planning
June 21 – open
July 19 - open
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Alameda County LAFCO Presentation
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Civic Center – Old City Hall and Veterans Memorial Building (Tentative: Action Item)
Mid-Year Budget Report FY 2022
March 6 - March 13, 2022
Worth Noting:
A packed week ahead that closes with daylight savings time.
Policing in Berkeley starts Monday with a policing proposal, followed with an ordinance to prohibit discriminatory reporting to law enforcement at the Public Safety Committee at 10:30 am. Monday afternoon at 2:30 pm the Agenda Committee will review the draft agenda for March 22 which contains item 40 undoing protections from no cause search and seizure of persons on parole/probation. Monday afternoon at 4 pm is the Press Conference following Berkeley Police holding the Program Manager of the Berkeley Drop-in Center at gunpoint, handcuffed and on the ground who was at work doing his job completing decorations in observation of Black History month. Monday evening at 7 pm the Personnel Board will review a revised job description/classification for the investigator of police misconduct. Tuesday evening at City Council is the report of the implementation of Fair and Impartial Policing in Berkeley and the Crime and Collision report. Wednesday is the Police Accountability Board at 7 pm. Thursday morning at 9 am the Budget Committee will take up the report from the auditor citing improvements needed in managing police overtime and the absence of contracts with outside entities. Thursday evening is a special council meeting to receive the reports on the Reimagining Policing work at 6 pm. If all three reports are read the total is 754 pages.
BART Parking, Parking enforcement and reconfiguring Hopkins starts Monday morning at 10:30 am the Public Safety Committee will review the recommendation from the Disaster and Fire Safety Commission to enforce existing parking code in high fire zones. The Hopkins Traffic Corridor study and recommendations is Monday evening at 6 pm. The BART meeting on parking at the BART stations is Wednesday at 6 pm. The BART housing developments will be built on the Ashby and North Berkeley BART parking lots.
Toxic Contamination, groundwater and sea level rise (SLR) presentation by Kristina Hill is Tuesday at 3 pm. The impact on groundwater and toxic sites is the piece of SLR that never gets attention. This is important as it changes the assumptions of SLR impacts.
Saturday March 12th the Berkeley Neighborhoods Council will take up Berkeley issues, the agenda isn’t posted yet, but the above makes it look like a full plate.
Sunday, March 6, 2022 – no city meetings or events found
Monday, March 7, 2022
City Council Public Safety Committee at 10:30 am (members Taplin, Kesawani, Wengraf)
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82439596866
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 824 3959 6866
AGENDA: 2. Taplin co-sponsor Wengraf - Community Policing: Flex Team for Problem-Oriented Policing Under the Scanning, Analysis, Response, and Assessment (SARA) Model and Other Applicable Community Engagement Models, 3. Harrison co-sponsor – Adopt ordinance adding BMC 13.09 Prohibiting Discriminatory Reports to Law Enforcement, 4. Disaster and Fire Safety Commission - Recommends Parking Enforcement of Existing Parking Code in fire Zones 2 & 3.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Public_Safety.aspx
Agenda and Rules Committee at 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86832943195
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 868 3294 3195
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 3/22/2022 draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda after list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review: 8. COVID, 9. Return to In-person meetings, Unscheduled Items: 10. Discussion Regarding Design and Strengthening of Policy Committees, 11. Supporting Commissions, Guidance on Legislative Proposals.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
Civic Arts Commission Policy committee at 3 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87995975058?pwd=NjFxZGZuWEJ1cXpXNXVuUFZHUmgzZz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 879 9597 5058
AGENDA: 4. Civic arts Commission Work Plan
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CivicArtsCommissionHomepage/
Press Conference at 4 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82998271252?pwd=TW5pUFVYNHorLzYwZXlwTUJTeDRWZz09
Agenda: Press Conference - Regarding Feb 2 incident of racist policing by Berkeley Police, the Program Manager for the Berkeley Drop-in Center was finishing decorating the Berkeley Drop-in Center in celebration of Black History month, when more than four Berkeley Police Officers approached the Program Manager with guns pulled and detained him at gunpoint, handcuffed and on the ground even after staff and community came out saying he this was his place of work and he was doing nothing wrong.
Katrina Killian, Executive Director, Alameda County Network of Mental Health Clients, 3238 Adeline, Berkeley,
Peace and Justice Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85300527394
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 853 0052 7394
AGENDA: Discussion/action 7. Elections, 8. 2022 Work Plan, 9. Climate Change education Bill, 10. Action to Approve letter to BUSD: Integrate climate change into change into California education.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/ContentDisplay.aspx?id=13054
Personnel Board at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88374176663?pwd=c3VyTkFGVURTWENVNmJHZm1CajZ5UT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 875 8489 2793 Passcode: 152599
AGENDA: VII. Recommendation to Rename and Revise the Police Review Commission Investigator Classification.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Personnel_Board_Homepage.aspx
Hopkins Corridor Traffic and Placemaking Study at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_GvsbjX4uSR6BjeCzxTDEpw
Teleconference: not given as an option
AGENDA: Hopkins from The Alameda to McGee.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Hopkins/
Tuesday, March 8, 2022
Presentation by Kristina Hill on Groundwater, Sea Level Rise and Toxic Contamination at 3 pm
Videoconference: register (Register on Zoom Presentation is free)
Presentation is Sponsored/Organized by Richmond Shoreline Alliance
https://richmondshorelinealliance.org/
City Council CLOSED Session at 4 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85665732041
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 856 6573 2041
AGENDA: 1. Conference with Legal Counsel – existing litigation a. Mauck v. City of Berkeley Alameda Superior Court RG20060952, b. Frieson v. City of Berkeley Alameda Superior Court RG20064683
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82967064417
Teleconference: 1-699-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 829 6706 4417
AGENDA: For full agenda use link or go to full agenda following list of city meetings and draft agenda for 3/22/2022 council meeting.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board Budget and Personal Committee Meeting at 5 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83997610665?pwd=M3E0OUFRd0ZrNXEzUWxlTWxWNUEzUT09
Teleconference: 1-408-638-0968 Meeting ID: 839 9761 0667 Passcode: 967661
AGENDA: Discussion and Possible Action: 8. Budget review possible changes to staffing model, 9. Regarding Hiring of Consultants for Racial Equity Work and Personnel Evaluations.
Wednesday, March 9, 2022
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board Legislation / IRA / AGA at 5 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89888378508?pwd=d05CMXJUZFptMFN3NkdoQW05SU92QT09
Teleconference: 1-408-638-0968 Meeting ID: 898 8837 8508 Passcode: 109179
AGENDA: 7. Discussion and possible action regarding potential 2022 ballot initiatives to amend Berkeley Rent Ordinance
Commission on Labor at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/4863098496
Teleconference: not given try 1-669-900-6833 and Meeting ID: 486 3098 496
AGENDA: 4. Elections, 5. Fair Work Week Policy, 6. Discussion and Possible action regarding role of commission on Labor to receive disputes and provide technical assistance to the community.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Labor_Homepage.aspx
Homeless Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/96645301465
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 966 4530 1465
AGENDA: 6. Options presentation with two components how Options System works and how the programs are coordinated and second Options presenter directly working with the homeless on the street, 7. Coordination of homeless services in Berkeley, 8. Discussion and possible action on need for a senior shelter and special needs, 9. Discussion and possible action of screening and intake procedures for persons with disabilities entering into homeless programs.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Homeless_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Parks, Recreation and Waterfront Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83911723812
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 839 1172 3812
AGENDA: 9. Update Outside Funding, Grants, Donations for PRW projects, 10. Update Trees Make Life Better Program, 11. Spring and Summer 2022 special events calendar, 12. Proposed FY 2023-2024 PRW capital projects, 13. Upcoming Marina Fund Budget, 14. Update/Discussion Commission Referrals to City Council, TOT, Refuse Policy, Adopt-a-Spot, South Sailing Basin Dredging and State Funding Request for Marina.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Parks,_Recreation,_and_Waterfront_Commission.aspx
Police Accountability Board at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82237902987
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 822 3790 2987
AGENDA: 3. Public comment on non-agenda and agenda items, 9. A. Review Policy 319 Hate Crimes, 10. a. Consider requests from Fair & Impartial Policing Implementation, b. Review Police Equipment & Community Safety Ordinance Impact Statements, c. Consider Request from Mental Health Commission to collaborate on using local crisis stabilization as an alternative to sending individuals with mental health concerns to Santa Rita or John George, d. BPD response to anti-Semitic hate flyers in Berkeley, e. Discuss continuation of meetings held via teleconference and videoconference, CLOSED SESSION.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/ContentDisplay.aspx?id=162752
BART Ashby and North Berkeley Stations Advisory Committee and Community Meeting at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUrcuivqjgpH93uk0pgEuZoey9RbWR15CYa
Teleconference: Meeting ID:
AGENDA: BART rider parking spaces
https://www.bart.gov/about/planning/station-access/berkeley-elcerrito-corridor-plan/outreach
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/BARTplanning/
Thursday, March 10, 2022
City Council Budget & Finance Committee at 9 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89216051955
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID:892 1605 1955
AGENDA: 2. Legislative update Governor’s FY 22-23 Proposed Budget, 3. Auditor - Berkeley Police: Improvements Needed to Manage Overtime and Security Work for Outside Entities (54 pages), 4. Measure P Overview and Fund Forecast, 5. Five-Year Capital Improvement Program and Proposed Projects
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Budget___Finance.aspx
City Council 6 pm – Special Meeting
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81553706914
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 815 5370 6914
AGENDA: 1. Consideration of the Reimagining Public safety Task force’s Response to the National Institute for Criminal Justice Reform (NICJR)recommendations, (Report 150 pages) 2. Presentation and Discussion of Reports Submitted by Reimagining Public Safety Task Force and National Institute for Criminal Justice Reform, Part 1 Specialized Care Unit – Crisis Response Models Report (212 pages). Part 2. NICJR Report (292 pages)
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2022/03_Mar/City_Council__03-10-2022_Special_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
Friday, March 11, 2022
Reduced Service Day
Saturday, March 12, 2022
Berkeley Neighborhoods Council at 10 am
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81913698863?pwd=NFJjWlh2aDhtSjh1eG4yQUFkMzNmQT09
Teleconference: 1-253-215-8782 Meeting ID: 819 1369 8863 Passcode: 377919
AGENDA: not posted, check later in the week
https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/
Sunday, March 13, 2022 – DAYLIGHT SAVINGS – Spring Forward
March 7, AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE at 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86832943195
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 868 3294 3195
DRAFT AGENDA for MARCH 22, 2022 City Council Regular 6 pm Meeting
CONSENT: 1. Resolution to meet via videoconference, 2. Resolution ratifying COVID emergency, 3. Minutes, 4. Contract $60,000 (ARPA Funds) Amendment to Berkeley Revolving Loan Fund to contract with Working Solutions to provide technical assistance to small businesses participating in Revolving Loan Program (RLP), 5. $12,952,000 Formal bid solicitations, 6. Donate surplus fire truck and equipment to Livermore Pleasanton Department, 7. Contract $325,000/fiscal year with Pinnacle for Occupational Physicals replacing current contract 3/23/2022 – 3/22/2022 with option to extend to total 10 years, 8. Contract $100,000 with Interior Motions for HHCS Public Health Division Furniture 1/1/2022 – 12/30/2022, 9. Amend Contract add $140,800 total $541,715 with Help@Hand Participation Agreement with CA Mental Health Services thru 6/30/2024, 10. Revenue Contract Alameda Co Behavioral Health Care Services, 11. Increase Taxi Scrip Window daily cash redemption limit from $800 to $1000 one day per week, 12. Amend BMC 12.70 to align state and local laws on smoking and cannabis, 13. Add $900,000 to each contract with ELS Architecture and Urban Design, Siegel & Strain and Noll & Tam Architects 6/30/2022 – 3/31/2023, 14. Purchase Order $765,000 Nicholas K Corp dba the Ford Store San Leandro for 15 Ford Interceptor Utility Hybrid Vehicles, 15. Purchase Order $135,000 Nicholas K Corp dba the Ford Store San Leandro for3 EV Ford Pickup Trucks, 16. Amend contract add $100,000 total $400,000 with Du-All Safety, LLC for Safety Consulting and Training Services thru 12/31/2025, 17. Amend contract add $85,000 total $277,947 with Silao General Engineering for site improvements (parking lot) at 125/127 University, 18. Amend contract add $500,000 total $1,400,000 with Coastland Civil Engineering for on-call civil engineering services for sanitary sewer program and extend 6/30/2023, 19. Amend contract add $500,000 total $1,200,000 with West Yost for on-call civil engineering services for sanitary sewer program and extend 6/30/2023, 20. Amend contract add $2,805,612 total $45,545780 with Waste Management of Alameda County for Landfill Disposal Services thru 12/31/2026, 21. FY 2023 Street Lighting Assessments – initiate proceedings, 22. Commission on Disability – Recommendation appoint new members to fill commission vacancies Districts 3,4,5,6,7 and Mayor, 23. Parks and Waterfront Commission – Letter of support for South Sailing Basin Dredging, 24. Letter of Support to State Senate Budget Chair Skinner and Assembly Budget Chair Ting for Waterfront Infrastructure Improvement Projects, 25 Auditor’s Report Berkeley Police: Improvements Needed to Manage Overtime and Security Work for Outside Entities, 26. Taplin – Support for AB-2053 (Social Housing Act), 27. Taplin – Support for AB-2336 (Speed Safety Pilot Program – cameras to catch speeders), 28. Taplin - Support for AB-2713 (Rent caps –limits annual rent increase to 5% + CPI or 10% whichever is lower), 29. Taplin – Budget referral $300,000 to hire consultant to draft West Berkeley Transportation Plan, 30. Bartlett, co-sponsors Hahn, Taplin, Arreguin – Budget referral $350,000 to fund consultant to design and implement a local reparations plan to address economic injury and intergenerational trauma experienced by Berkeley’s decendents of slavery and ongoing harm caused to all African Americans by systems that uphold the legacy of segregation, 31. Wengraf – Support for AB 1755 (wildfire home hardening, wildfire mitigation improvements), 32. Wengraf co-sponsors Taplin, Barlett – Support AB-1594 Fire Arms Civil Suits, 33. Wengraf,Hahn – approving expenditure council office budget funds for 2022 Virtual Holocaust Remembrance Day Program, 34. Robinson co-sponsor Hahn – Budget Referral $3,600,000 Telegraph-Channing Garage elevator repairs, ACTION: 35. Research and Development (R&D) definition, 36. Accept the Surveillance Technology Report for Automatic License Plate Readers, GPS Trackers, Body Worn Camera and the Street Level Imagery Project, 37. Disaster and Fire Safety Commission – Recommendation to Identify High Risk Safety Areas that are exempt from State Imposed Housing Increases Due to Public safety Considerations 1. Fire Zones with narrow (26 feet or less) winding streets, 2. Locations Alquist-Priolo (Hayward Fault) and 3. Locations within Liquefaction and Landslide Zones, 38. Harrison – Budget referral to Consider General Fund strategies and related fiscal policies for funding capital improvements in particular strret, sidewalk, micromobility and transit infrastructure, 39. Referral to FITES Committee to consider strategies and make recommendations to ensure potential infrastructure bond is consistent with climate action goals and other environmental policies, 40. Droste, Taplin - Revisions to Section 311.6 Warrantless Searches of Individuals on Supervised release searches of individuals on supervised release search conditions of the Berkeley Police Department ( BPD) Law Enforcement Service Manual - undoes protections to individuals on parole/probation allowing BPD to conduct detentions and warrantless searches on persons on parole/probation, INFORMATION REPORTS: 41. Berkeley Economic Dashboards Update, 42. FY 2022 First Quarter Investment Report ended 9/30/2021.
March 8, CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82967064417
Teleconference: 1-699-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 829 6706 4417
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
AGENDA CONSENT: 1. 2nd reading Supplementary Retirement and Income Plan II Berkeley Fire Fighters Assoc Local 1227 IAFF. 2. 2nd reading Amendment to contract between City and CalPers to effectuate cost sharing agreement between City and PEPRA, 3. Continuation Videoconference and Teleconference, 4. $7,470,316 Formal bid solicitations, 5. Contract add $50,000 total $100,000 end 6/30/2023 with Anjanette Scott LLC Housing Consultant, 6. Contract add $60,000 total $245,000 with Resource Development Associates (RDA) to add grant writing services for the Specialized Care Unit (SCU – crisis intervention mentally ill alternative to policing) 1/1/2021 – 6/30/2023, 7. Contract add $10,000 total $569,300 with Rolling Orange, Inc for Website redesign 3/1/2019 – 6/30/2024, 8. Contract $1,010,000 (includes 10% contingency $20,551) with Western Water Features, Inc. for King Pool Plaster and Tile and West Campus Pool Plaster, Tile, Filter, 9. Contract add $42,00 total $188,400 (includes $4,200 contingency) with Lind Marine for Removal of Derelict and Abandoned Vessels at the Berkeley Marina, 10. 10-year lease with two 5-year extensions with NFS Unlimited, LLC for Skates-on-the-Bay, 11. Updates to Measure T1 Phase 1 Project List, 12. Donation $3,400 memorial bench at Berkeley Marina in memory of Roger Garfinkle, 13. Ratification of Police accountability Board’s Standing Rules, 14. Arreguin Co-sponsors Taplin, Bartlett, Robinson – Support SB 922 (Weiner) permanently exempt transportation related projects from CEQA (pedestrian, bicycle, new bus rapid transit, light rail, EV charging stations, shore-side charging stations for ferries), 15. Arreguin, co-sponsor Harrison – Oppose CA 2/3 Legislative Vote and Voter Approval for Fee and Charge increases Initiative, 16. Kesarwani, Taplin, co-sponsorss Robinson, Wengraf - Referral to Implement State Law AB 43 for Reduced Speed Limits on High Injury Commercial Corridors, 17. Harrison, co-sponsors Arreguin, Taplin, Wengraf – Resolution expenditure office budgets supporting Status of Women Commission to cover membership in Association of CA Commissions for Women, 18. Harrison – Resolution to reduce Park fees for non-profits and support SF Mime Troupe, 19. Hahn, Bartlett, co-sponsor Harrison - Budget Referral $300,000 Grant Writing services, 20. Robinson – Support for AB 1713 Idaho Stop – allowing adult bicyclists to proceed through stop signs without stop after yielding right-of-way to immediate hazards, ACTION: 21. Update on Implementation of Fair and Impartial Policing Task Force Recommendations from BPD, 22. 2021 Year End Crime and Collision Data, 23. CM – Exception to 180-Day waiting period to hire a CalPERS Retired Annuitant.
LAND USE CALENDAR:
Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
1643-47 California – new basement level and 2nd story 4/26/2022
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with the End of the Appeal Period
1409 California - Construct a 96 sq ft addition over 14 ft in ave ht within a non-conforming rear yard setback 3/24/2022
1412 Derby – Residential addition of 431 sq ft to an existing 1,250 sq ft single family dwelling 3/24/2022
1233 Dwight – Create 430 sq ft 2nd story addition and 20 sq ft 1st floor addition to existing single-family dwelling 3/14/2022
3233 Ellis – Demolish existing single-family dwelling and construct 3 detached single-family dwellings
760 Hearst – Establish 3,366 sq ft veterinary clinic in an existing tenant space 3/16/2022
1915 Milvia – Residential addition of 578 sq ft to existing 1-story single family dwelling. Project includes demolition of a portion of the rear home 3/24/2022
2500 MLK Jr Way – Change of use from retail books to medical office in one commercial space 3/14/2022
1341-1343 Parker – Addition of 5th bedroom, relocation of exterior stairs to single-family dwelling, project includes demolition of a portion of the structure 3/24/2022
1641 Stuart – Residential addition on 2nd floor of single family dwelling 3/14/2022
2305 Telegraph – Change of use from retail to food establishment in existing vacant commercial space 3/14/2022
2315 Telegraph – Change of use from retail food establishment in an existing vacant commercial space, no exterior work 3/14/2022
1201 The Alameda – Establish new uncovered off-street parking space within required yard 3/14/12022
3022 Shattuck – Remodel existing duplex, replacement existing deck and stairs, addition at shade structure at rear of house, scope of work includes kitchens and bathrooms, roof at rear of house to be extended, no proposed change to existing footprint or façade facing right of way, 2 electric charging stations, 2 on demand water heaters 3/14/2022
1499 University – Add mural to South façade
1695 Ward – Construct 105 sq ft 2nd story addition and roof deck, construct porch in existing non-conforming frontsetback, add off-street parking space to rear yard, on non-conforming for lot coverage and occupied by existing 2-story 2,058 sq ft single family dwelling 3/16/2022
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
WORKSESSIONS:
March 10 – Reimagining Public Safety
March 15 – Housing Element Update
April 19 – Fire Department Standards of Coverage Study, BART Station Planning
June 21 – open
July 19 - open
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Alameda County LAFCO Presentation
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Civic Center – Old City Hall and Veterans Memorial Building (Tentative: Action Item)
Mid-Year Budget Report FY 2022
Worth Noting:
A packed week ahead that closes with daylight savings time.
Policing in Berkeley starts Monday with a policing proposal, followed with an ordinance to prohibit discriminatory reporting to law enforcement at the Public Safety Committee at 10:30 am. Monday afternoon at 2:30 pm the Agenda Committee will review the draft agenda for March 22 which contains item 40 undoing protections from no cause search and seizure of persons on parole/probation. Monday afternoon at 4 pm is the Press Conference following Berkeley Police holding the Program Manager of the Berkeley Drop-in Center at gunpoint, handcuffed and on the ground who was at work doing his job completing decorations in observation of Black History month. Monday evening at 7 pm the Personnel Board will review a revised job description/classification for the investigator of police misconduct. Tuesday evening at City Council is the report of the implementation of Fair and Impartial Policing in Berkeley and the Crime and Collision report. Wednesday is the Police Accountability Board at 7 pm. Thursday morning at 9 am the Budget Committee will take up the report from the auditor citing improvements needed in managing police overtime and the absence of contracts with outside entities. Thursday evening is a special council meeting to receive the reports on the Reimagining Policing work at 6 pm. If all three reports are read the total is 754 pages.
BART Parking, Parking enforcement and reconfiguring Hopkins starts Monday morning at 10:30 am the Public Safety Committee will review the recommendation from the Disaster and Fire Safety Commission to enforce existing parking code in high fire zones. The Hopkins Traffic Corridor study and recommendations is Monday evening at 6 pm. The BART meeting on parking at the BART stations is Wednesday at 6 pm. The BART housing developments will be built on the Ashby and North Berkeley BART parking lots.
Toxic Contamination, groundwater and sea level rise (SLR) presentation by Kristina Hill is Tuesday at 3 pm. The impact on groundwater and toxic sites is the piece of SLR that never gets attention. This is important as it changes the assumptions of SLR impacts.
Saturday March 12th the Berkeley Neighborhoods Council will take up Berkeley issues, the agenda isn’t posted yet, but the above makes it look like a full plate.
Sunday, March 6, 2022 – no city meetings or events found
Monday, March 7, 2022
City Council Public Safety Committee at 10:30 am (members Taplin, Kesawani, Wengraf)
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82439596866
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 824 3959 6866
AGENDA: 2. Taplin co-sponsor Wengraf - Community Policing: Flex Team for Problem-Oriented Policing Under the Scanning, Analysis, Response, and Assessment (SARA) Model and Other Applicable Community Engagement Models, 3. Harrison co-sponsor – Adopt ordinance adding BMC 13.09 Prohibiting Discriminatory Reports to Law Enforcement, 4. Disaster and Fire Safety Commission - Recommends Parking Enforcement of Existing Parking Code in fire Zones 2 & 3.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Public_Safety.aspx
Agenda and Rules Committee at 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86832943195
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 868 3294 3195
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 3/22/2022 draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda after list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review: 8. COVID, 9. Return to In-person meetings, Unscheduled Items: 10. Discussion Regarding Design and Strengthening of Policy Committees, 11. Supporting Commissions, Guidance on Legislative Proposals.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
Civic Arts Commission Policy committee at 3 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87995975058?pwd=NjFxZGZuWEJ1cXpXNXVuUFZHUmgzZz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 879 9597 5058
AGENDA: 4. Civic arts Commission Work Plan
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CivicArtsCommissionHomepage/
Press Conference at 4 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82998271252?pwd=TW5pUFVYNHorLzYwZXlwTUJTeDRWZz09
Agenda: Press Conference - Regarding Feb 2 incident of racist policing by Berkeley Police, the Program Manager for the Berkeley Drop-in Center was finishing decorating the Berkeley Drop-in Center in celebration of Black History month, when more than four Berkeley Police Officers approached the Program Manager with guns pulled and detained him at gunpoint, handcuffed and on the ground even after staff and community came out saying he this was his place of work and he was doing nothing wrong.
Katrina Killian, Executive Director, Alameda County Network of Mental Health Clients, 3238 Adeline, Berkeley,
Peace and Justice Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85300527394
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 853 0052 7394
AGENDA: Discussion/action 7. Elections, 8. 2022 Work Plan, 9. Climate Change education Bill, 10. Action to Approve letter to BUSD: Integrate climate change into change into California education.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/ContentDisplay.aspx?id=13054
Personnel Board at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88374176663?pwd=c3VyTkFGVURTWENVNmJHZm1CajZ5UT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 875 8489 2793 Passcode: 152599
AGENDA: VII. Recommendation to Rename and Revise the Police Review Commission Investigator Classification.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Personnel_Board_Homepage.aspx
Hopkins Corridor Traffic and Placemaking Study at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_GvsbjX4uSR6BjeCzxTDEpw
Teleconference: not given as an option
AGENDA: Hopkins from The Alameda to McGee.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Hopkins/
Tuesday, March 8, 2022
Presentation by Kristina Hill on Groundwater, Sea Level Rise and Toxic Contamination at 3 pm
Videoconference: register (Register on Zoom Presentation is free)
Presentation is Sponsored/Organized by Richmond Shoreline Alliance
https://richmondshorelinealliance.org/
City Council CLOSED Session at 4 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85665732041
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 856 6573 2041
AGENDA: 1. Conference with Legal Counsel – existing litigation a. Mauck v. City of Berkeley Alameda Superior Court RG20060952, b. Frieson v. City of Berkeley Alameda Superior Court RG20064683
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82967064417
Teleconference: 1-699-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 829 6706 4417
AGENDA: For full agenda use link or go to full agenda following list of city meetings and draft agenda for 3/22/2022 council meeting.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board Budget and Personal Committee Meeting at 5 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83997610665?pwd=M3E0OUFRd0ZrNXEzUWxlTWxWNUEzUT09
Teleconference: 1-408-638-0968 Meeting ID: 839 9761 0667 Passcode: 967661
AGENDA: Discussion and Possible Action: 8. Budget review possible changes to staffing model, 9. Regarding Hiring of Consultants for Racial Equity Work and Personnel Evaluations.
Wednesday, March 9, 2022
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board Legislation / IRA / AGA at 5 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89888378508?pwd=d05CMXJUZFptMFN3NkdoQW05SU92QT09
Teleconference: 1-408-638-0968 Meeting ID: 898 8837 8508 Passcode: 109179
AGENDA: 7. Discussion and possible action regarding potential 2022 ballot initiatives to amend Berkeley Rent Ordinance
Commission on Labor at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/4863098496
Teleconference: not given try 1-669-900-6833 and Meeting ID: 486 3098 496
AGENDA: 4. Elections, 5. Fair Work Week Policy, 6. Discussion and Possible action regarding role of commission on Labor to receive disputes and provide technical assistance to the community.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Labor_Homepage.aspx
Homeless Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/96645301465
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 966 4530 1465
AGENDA: 6. Options presentation with two components how Options System works and how the programs are coordinated and second Options presenter directly working with the homeless on the street, 7. Coordination of homeless services in Berkeley, 8. Discussion and possible action on need for a senior shelter and special needs, 9. Discussion and possible action of screening and intake procedures for persons with disabilities entering into homeless programs.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Homeless_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Parks, Recreation and Waterfront Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83911723812
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 839 1172 3812
AGENDA: 9. Update Outside Funding, Grants, Donations for PRW projects, 10. Update Trees Make Life Better Program, 11. Spring and Summer 2022 special events calendar, 12. Proposed FY 2023-2024 PRW capital projects, 13. Upcoming Marina Fund Budget, 14. Update/Discussion Commission Referrals to City Council, TOT, Refuse Policy, Adopt-a-Spot, South Sailing Basin Dredging and State Funding Request for Marina.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Parks,_Recreation,_and_Waterfront_Commission.aspx
Police Accountability Board at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82237902987
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 822 3790 2987
AGENDA: 3. Public comment on non-agenda and agenda items, 9. A. Review Policy 319 Hate Crimes, 10. a. Consider requests from Fair & Impartial Policing Implementation, b. Review Police Equipment & Community Safety Ordinance Impact Statements, c. Consider Request from Mental Health Commission to collaborate on using local crisis stabilization as an alternative to sending individuals with mental health concerns to Santa Rita or John George, d. BPD response to anti-Semitic hate flyers in Berkeley, e. Discuss continuation of meetings held via teleconference and videoconference, CLOSED SESSION.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/ContentDisplay.aspx?id=162752
BART Ashby and North Berkeley Stations Advisory Committee and Community Meeting at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUrcuivqjgpH93uk0pgEuZoey9RbWR15CYa
Teleconference: Meeting ID:
AGENDA: BART rider parking spaces
https://www.bart.gov/about/planning/station-access/berkeley-elcerrito-corridor-plan/outreach
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/BARTplanning/
Thursday, March 10, 2022
City Council Budget & Finance Committee at 9 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89216051955
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID:892 1605 1955
AGENDA: 2. Legislative update Governor’s FY 22-23 Proposed Budget, 3. Auditor - Berkeley Police: Improvements Needed to Manage Overtime and Security Work for Outside Entities (54 pages), 4. Measure P Overview and Fund Forecast, 5. Five-Year Capital Improvement Program and Proposed Projects
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Budget___Finance.aspx
City Council 6 pm – Special Meeting
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81553706914
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 815 5370 6914
AGENDA: 1. Consideration of the Reimagining Public safety Task force’s Response to the National Institute for Criminal Justice Reform (NICJR)recommendations, (Report 150 pages) 2. Presentation and Discussion of Reports Submitted by Reimagining Public Safety Task Force and National Institute for Criminal Justice Reform, Part 1 Specialized Care Unit – Crisis Response Models Report (212 pages). Part 2. NICJR Report (292 pages)
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2022/03_Mar/City_Council__03-10-2022_Special_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
Friday, March 11, 2022
Reduced Service Day
Saturday, March 12, 2022
Berkeley Neighborhoods Council at 10 am
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81913698863?pwd=NFJjWlh2aDhtSjh1eG4yQUFkMzNmQT09
Teleconference: 1-253-215-8782 Meeting ID: 819 1369 8863 Passcode: 377919
AGENDA: not posted, check later in the week
https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/
Sunday, March 13, 2022 – DAYLIGHT SAVINGS – Spring Forward
March 7, AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE at 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86832943195
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 868 3294 3195
DRAFT AGENDA for MARCH 22, 2022 City Council Regular 6 pm Meeting
CONSENT: 1. Resolution to meet via videoconference, 2. Resolution ratifying COVID emergency, 3. Minutes, 4. Contract $60,000 (ARPA Funds) Amendment to Berkeley Revolving Loan Fund to contract with Working Solutions to provide technical assistance to small businesses participating in Revolving Loan Program (RLP), 5. $12,952,000 Formal bid solicitations, 6. Donate surplus fire truck and equipment to Livermore Pleasanton Department, 7. Contract $325,000/fiscal year with Pinnacle for Occupational Physicals replacing current contract 3/23/2022 – 3/22/2022 with option to extend to total 10 years, 8. Contract $100,000 with Interior Motions for HHCS Public Health Division Furniture 1/1/2022 – 12/30/2022, 9. Amend Contract add $140,800 total $541,715 with Help@Hand Participation Agreement with CA Mental Health Services thru 6/30/2024, 10. Revenue Contract Alameda Co Behavioral Health Care Services, 11. Increase Taxi Scrip Window daily cash redemption limit from $800 to $1000 one day per week, 12. Amend BMC 12.70 to align state and local laws on smoking and cannabis, 13. Add $900,000 to each contract with ELS Architecture and Urban Design, Siegel & Strain and Noll & Tam Architects 6/30/2022 – 3/31/2023, 14. Purchase Order $765,000 Nicholas K Corp dba the Ford Store San Leandro for 15 Ford Interceptor Utility Hybrid Vehicles, 15. Purchase Order $135,000 Nicholas K Corp dba the Ford Store San Leandro for3 EV Ford Pickup Trucks, 16. Amend contract add $100,000 total $400,000 with Du-All Safety, LLC for Safety Consulting and Training Services thru 12/31/2025, 17. Amend contract add $85,000 total $277,947 with Silao General Engineering for site improvements (parking lot) at 125/127 University, 18. Amend contract add $500,000 total $1,400,000 with Coastland Civil Engineering for on-call civil engineering services for sanitary sewer program and extend 6/30/2023, 19. Amend contract add $500,000 total $1,200,000 with West Yost for on-call civil engineering services for sanitary sewer program and extend 6/30/2023, 20. Amend contract add $2,805,612 total $45,545780 with Waste Management of Alameda County for Landfill Disposal Services thru 12/31/2026, 21. FY 2023 Street Lighting Assessments – initiate proceedings, 22. Commission on Disability – Recommendation appoint new members to fill commission vacancies Districts 3,4,5,6,7 and Mayor, 23. Parks and Waterfront Commission – Letter of support for South Sailing Basin Dredging, 24. Letter of Support to State Senate Budget Chair Skinner and Assembly Budget Chair Ting for Waterfront Infrastructure Improvement Projects, 25 Auditor’s Report Berkeley Police: Improvements Needed to Manage Overtime and Security Work for Outside Entities, 26. Taplin – Support for AB-2053 (Social Housing Act), 27. Taplin – Support for AB-2336 (Speed Safety Pilot Program – cameras to catch speeders), 28. Taplin - Support for AB-2713 (Rent caps –limits annual rent increase to 5% + CPI or 10% whichever is lower), 29. Taplin – Budget referral $300,000 to hire consultant to draft West Berkeley Transportation Plan, 30. Bartlett, co-sponsors Hahn, Taplin, Arreguin – Budget referral $350,000 to fund consultant to design and implement a local reparations plan to address economic injury and intergenerational trauma experienced by Berkeley’s decendents of slavery and ongoing harm caused to all African Americans by systems that uphold the legacy of segregation, 31. Wengraf – Support for AB 1755 (wildfire home hardening, wildfire mitigation improvements), 32. Wengraf co-sponsors Taplin, Barlett – Support AB-1594 Fire Arms Civil Suits, 33. Wengraf,Hahn – approving expenditure council office budget funds for 2022 Virtual Holocaust Remembrance Day Program, 34. Robinson co-sponsor Hahn – Budget Referral $3,600,000 Telegraph-Channing Garage elevator repairs, ACTION: 35. Research and Development (R&D) definition, 36. Accept the Surveillance Technology Report for Automatic License Plate Readers, GPS Trackers, Body Worn Camera and the Street Level Imagery Project, 37. Disaster and Fire Safety Commission – Recommendation to Identify High Risk Safety Areas that are exempt from State Imposed Housing Increases Due to Public safety Considerations 1. Fire Zones with narrow (26 feet or less) winding streets, 2. Locations Alquist-Priolo (Hayward Fault) and 3. Locations within Liquefaction and Landslide Zones, 38. Harrison – Budget referral to Consider General Fund strategies and related fiscal policies for funding capital improvements in particular strret, sidewalk, micromobility and transit infrastructure, 39. Referral to FITES Committee to consider strategies and make recommendations to ensure potential infrastructure bond is consistent with climate action goals and other environmental policies, 40. Droste, Taplin - Revisions to Section 311.6 Warrantless Searches of Individuals on Supervised release searches of individuals on supervised release search conditions of the Berkeley Police Department ( BPD) Law Enforcement Service Manual - undoes protections to individuals on parole/probation allowing BPD to conduct detentions and warrantless searches on persons on parole/probation, INFORMATION REPORTS: 41. Berkeley Economic Dashboards Update, 42. FY 2022 First Quarter Investment Report ended 9/30/2021.
March 8, CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82967064417
Teleconference: 1-699-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 829 6706 4417
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
AGENDA CONSENT: 1. 2nd reading Supplementary Retirement and Income Plan II Berkeley Fire Fighters Assoc Local 1227 IAFF. 2. 2nd reading Amendment to contract between City and CalPers to effectuate cost sharing agreement between City and PEPRA, 3. Continuation Videoconference and Teleconference, 4. $7,470,316 Formal bid solicitations, 5. Contract add $50,000 total $100,000 end 6/30/2023 with Anjanette Scott LLC Housing Consultant, 6. Contract add $60,000 total $245,000 with Resource Development Associates (RDA) to add grant writing services for the Specialized Care Unit (SCU – crisis intervention mentally ill alternative to policing) 1/1/2021 – 6/30/2023, 7. Contract add $10,000 total $569,300 with Rolling Orange, Inc for Website redesign 3/1/2019 – 6/30/2024, 8. Contract $1,010,000 (includes 10% contingency $20,551) with Western Water Features, Inc. for King Pool Plaster and Tile and West Campus Pool Plaster, Tile, Filter, 9. Contract add $42,00 total $188,400 (includes $4,200 contingency) with Lind Marine for Removal of Derelict and Abandoned Vessels at the Berkeley Marina, 10. 10-year lease with two 5-year extensions with NFS Unlimited, LLC for Skates-on-the-Bay, 11. Updates to Measure T1 Phase 1 Project List, 12. Donation $3,400 memorial bench at Berkeley Marina in memory of Roger Garfinkle, 13. Ratification of Police accountability Board’s Standing Rules, 14. Arreguin Co-sponsors Taplin, Bartlett, Robinson – Support SB 922 (Weiner) permanently exempt transportation related projects from CEQA (pedestrian, bicycle, new bus rapid transit, light rail, EV charging stations, shore-side charging stations for ferries), 15. Arreguin, co-sponsor Harrison – Oppose CA 2/3 Legislative Vote and Voter Approval for Fee and Charge increases Initiative, 16. Kesarwani, Taplin, co-sponsorss Robinson, Wengraf - Referral to Implement State Law AB 43 for Reduced Speed Limits on High Injury Commercial Corridors, 17. Harrison, co-sponsors Arreguin, Taplin, Wengraf – Resolution expenditure office budgets supporting Status of Women Commission to cover membership in Association of CA Commissions for Women, 18. Harrison – Resolution to reduce Park fees for non-profits and support SF Mime Troupe, 19. Hahn, Bartlett, co-sponsor Harrison - Budget Referral $300,000 Grant Writing services, 20. Robinson – Support for AB 1713 Idaho Stop – allowing adult bicyclists to proceed through stop signs without stop after yielding right-of-way to immediate hazards, ACTION: 21. Update on Implementation of Fair and Impartial Policing Task Force Recommendations from BPD, 22. 2021 Year End Crime and Collision Data, 23. CM – Exception to 180-Day waiting period to hire a CalPERS Retired Annuitant.
LAND USE CALENDAR:
Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
1643-47 California – new basement level and 2nd story 4/26/2022
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with the End of the Appeal Period
1409 California - Construct a 96 sq ft addition over 14 ft in ave ht within a non-conforming rear yard setback 3/24/2022
1412 Derby – Residential addition of 431 sq ft to an existing 1,250 sq ft single family dwelling 3/24/2022
1233 Dwight – Create 430 sq ft 2nd story addition and 20 sq ft 1st floor addition to existing single-family dwelling 3/14/2022
3233 Ellis – Demolish existing single-family dwelling and construct 3 detached single-family dwellings
760 Hearst – Establish 3,366 sq ft veterinary clinic in an existing tenant space 3/16/2022
1915 Milvia – Residential addition of 578 sq ft to existing 1-story single family dwelling. Project includes demolition of a portion of the rear home 3/24/2022
2500 MLK Jr Way – Change of use from retail books to medical office in one commercial space 3/14/2022
1341-1343 Parker – Addition of 5th bedroom, relocation of exterior stairs to single-family dwelling, project includes demolition of a portion of the structure 3/24/2022
1641 Stuart – Residential addition on 2nd floor of single family dwelling 3/14/2022
2305 Telegraph – Change of use from retail to food establishment in existing vacant commercial space 3/14/2022
2315 Telegraph – Change of use from retail food establishment in an existing vacant commercial space, no exterior work 3/14/2022
1201 The Alameda – Establish new uncovered off-street parking space within required yard 3/14/12022
3022 Shattuck – Remodel existing duplex, replacement existing deck and stairs, addition at shade structure at rear of house, scope of work includes kitchens and bathrooms, roof at rear of house to be extended, no proposed change to existing footprint or façade facing right of way, 2 electric charging stations, 2 on demand water heaters 3/14/2022
1499 University – Add mural to South façade
1695 Ward – Construct 105 sq ft 2nd story addition and roof deck, construct porch in existing non-conforming frontsetback, add off-street parking space to rear yard, on non-conforming for lot coverage and occupied by existing 2-story 2,058 sq ft single family dwelling 3/16/2022
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
WORKSESSIONS:
March 10 – Reimagining Public Safety
March 15 – Housing Element Update
April 19 – Fire Department Standards of Coverage Study, BART Station Planning
June 21 – open
July 19 - open
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Alameda County LAFCO Presentation
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Civic Center – Old City Hall and Veterans Memorial Building (Tentative: Action Item)
Mid-Year Budget Report FY 2022
February 27 - March 6, 2022
Worth Noting:
Sunday – If you are not participating in the half marathon and plan to go out Sunday morning check the map for approximate times the marathon will be in which Berkeley neighborhoods.
Monday the Seismic Cost Study for Maudelle Shirek and Veterans Buildings is on the agenda at the CCCC meeting at 12:15 pm. the Redistricting Commission at 6 pm will vote on the final map. Amber 2 remains. The Violet map was eliminated. The Zero Waste Commission at 7 pm will hear Public works priorities.
Tuesday there will be a webinar on the Hopkins street Corridor. There is no council meeting.
Wednesday the FITES Policy Committee meets at 2:30 on regulating plastic bags, GHG limits and process for updating the climate action plan. The Disability Commission meets at 6 pm. The Homeless Panel of Experts at 7 pm agenda includes Measure P, shelters and budget questions. The Planning Commission at 7 pm is holding a public hearing on citywide affordable housing requirements and will hold a presentation and discussion on the Bird Safe Glass and Dark Sky ordinance (referred to Planning 11/12/2019).
Thursday the Citywide Affordable Housing Requirements is on the agenda at the Housing Advisory Commission at 7 pm. The LPC and Public Works Commission also meet at 7 pm. WETA meets at 1 pm. The Berkeley Pier and Ferry are scheduled for the March 17 WETA meeting. The Groundbreaking Ceremony for the $725,000 tree planting grant is at 3:30 pm at James Kenny Park 1720 8th Street & Virginia.
The March 8 City Council Regular meeting agenda is available for comment and follows the list of city meetings. Fair and Impartial Policing Report and the Crime and Collision Reports are the only action items.
Sunday, February 27, 2022
Berkeley Half Marathon 7:30 am – 1 pm
I-80 exit at University closed from 6 am – 12 pm,
go to website for Half Marathon course if you did not receive a postcard notice
https://berkeleyhalfmarathon.com/
Monday, February 28, 2022
Community for a Cultural Civic Center (CCCC) at 12:15 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88153954875?pwd=WGxqRndONmE1N0FCOTdMd2FBMHhhUT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 881 5395 4875 Passcode: 487241
AGENDA: 3. Seismic Retrofit Cost Study, 4. Possible Ballot measure, 5. Update on Clean CA Grant Application for Turtle Island Monument.
Independent Redistricting Commission at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81566315346
Teleconference: 1-699-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 815 6631 5346
AGENDA: 2. Selection of Final Map for official approval on March 16, Recommendation: Review the Amber Version 2 map for final official adoption, 3. Review of Draft items for final report.
https://redistricting-commission-berkeley.hub.arcgis.com/
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/redistricting/
Zero Waste Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/s/82587046286
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6128 Meeting ID: 825 8704 6286
AGENDA Discussion and Action Items: 1. FY 2022 Public Works Dept Top Goals and Projects, Dept Performance Measures, FY 2023 Priorities, 2. Commission analysis and advice on 12/7/2019 staff presentation to council, 3. Update from Community Conservation Centers on Mixed Plastics.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Zero_Waste_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Tuesday, March 1, 2022
Hopkins Street Corridor from Sutter street to The Alameda 6 pm – 7:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_4Doct5T0Srm9y_OwTFBiqg
AGENDA: Webinar by zoom only
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Hopkins/
Wednesday, March 2, 2022
Facilities, Infrastructure, Transportation, Environment & Sustainability Committee (FITES) at 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89786346516
Teleconference: 1-699-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 897 8634 6516
AGENDA: 2. Harrison, Hahn – Ordinance add new chapter BMC 11.62 to Regulate Plastic Bags at Retail and Food Service Establishments, 3. Harrison, Co-sponsors Bartlett, Hahn – Ordinance add new chapter BMC 12.01 Established Greenhouse Gas Limits, Process for updated Climate Action Plan, Monitoring, Evaluation, Reporting and Regional Collaboration, Unscheduled: 4. Taplin-Native Plants, 5. Harrison-Impact/mitigation fees to public right of way (streets, sewers, waste, utilities), 6. Taplin, Co-sponsors Bartlett, Hahn – Equitable Safe streets.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Facilities,_Infrastructure,_Transportation,_Environment,___Sustainability.aspx
Board of Library Trustees at 6:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86042306505
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 860 4230 6505
AGENDA: II.B. Contract $200,000 with AMS.Net for network switches, installation and maintenance services 4/22/2022 thru 4/30/2022.
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
Commission on Disability at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82485970525?pwd=MW1sZDNoZ2J5SFFpbWpLcGJjeTZFUT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 824 8597 0525 Passcode: 2977154
AGENDA: C. Paratransit Presentation, 2. Housing Element, 3. Elevator Ordinance Update, 4. Easy Does it, 5. Inclusive Disaster Registry.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Disability_Homepage.aspx
Homeless Services Panel of Experts at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/92491365323
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 924 9136 5323
AGENDA: 6. Current status Measure P allocations, 7. Allocation needs 8. HSPE recommendations, crisis stabilization unit, shelter for senior population, shelter/housing for women fleeing domestic violence, 9. HSPE budget questions
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Homeless_Services_Panel_of_Experts.aspx
Planning Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89165604580
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 891 6560 4580
AGENDA: 9. Public Hearing on Amendments to Citywide Affordable Housing Requirements, 10. Public Hearing on Technical Edits and Corrections to the New Zoning Ordinance, 11. Discussion: Approach to Bird Safe Berkeley Requirements – Receive Presentation – referred to Planning Commission by Council November 12, 2019, 12. Planning Commission Work Plan.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Thursday, March 3, 2022
Groundbreaking ceremony for the Urban Forestry Tree Planting Grant at 3:30 pm
In-person James Kenny Park
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=17772
Housing Advisory Commission (HAC) at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86492044529
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 864 9204 4529
AGENDA Discussion and Possible Action: 5. Draft Annual Action Plan PY 2022 for HUD, 6. Citywide Affordable Housing Requirements, 7. Appoint a Housing Trust Fund Subcommittee.
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Housing_Advisory_Commission/
Landmarks Preservation Commission (LPC) at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82218986037
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 822 1898 6037
AGENDA: 5. 1940 Hearst – James T. Stocker-Loni Ding House – resume public hearing, 6. 701, 703, 305 & 705A Bancroft Way – Demolition Referral, 7. 747 Bancroft Way – Demolition Referral, 8. Initiative for City-wide Historic Resource Survey.
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/landmarkspreservationcommission/
Police Accountability Board Hearing Panel at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89149183116.
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 891 4918 3116
AGENDA: 2. Public Comment only on item 3, 3. Closed Session BPA v. CoB Alameda Superior Court No. 2002 057569 Complaint #5.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/ContentDisplay.aspx?id=162752
Public Works Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87827694563
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 878 2769 4563
AGENDA: no agenda posted, check after Monday
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Public_Works_Commission_Homepage.aspx
WETA Water Emergency Transportation Authority at 1 pm - Hybrid Meeting
In-person: at 670 W Hornet Ave, Alameda, 94501 – Masks required
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89718217408
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 897 1821 7408 Password: 33779
AGENDA: 3. Report Chair, 4. Report Board, 5. Report Staff a. Redwood City Ferry Terminal Project, Treasure Island Ferry Service Update, ( Berkeley recreation pier and ferry project scheduled for March 17 WETA meeting), b. Monthly Financials, c. Federal Legislative Update, d. State Legislative Update, 3. Monthly Ridership and Recovery Report, 6. Consent: c. Allocation request to CA Dept of Transportation for 2021-2022 Low carbon transit operations program grant funds, d. Clipper MOU with MTC and Bay Area Transit Operators, e. Authorize RFP for construction of Alameda Main Street Ferry Terminal Refurbishment Project, 7. Award contract to Swiftly, Inc for real-time transit information system, 8. Award contract to Anchor Operating System, LLC for integrated fare ticketing system.
https://weta.sanfranciscobayferry.com/next-board-meeting
Friday, March 4, 2022
WETA Water Emergency Transportation Authority at 2 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85470363892
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 854 7036 3892 Password: 939659
AGENDA: 3. Ethics Training
https://weta.sanfranciscobayferry.com/next-board-meeting
Saturday, March 5, 2022 & Sunday, March 6, 2022 – no city events or meetings found
March 8, City Council Agenda Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82967064417
Teleconference: 1-699-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 829 6706 4417
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
AGENDA CONSENT: 1. 2nd reading Supplementary Retirement and Income Plan II Berkeley Fire Fighters Assoc Local 1227 IAFF. 2. 2nd reading Amendment to contract between City and CalPers to effectuate cost sharing agreement between City and PEPRA, 3. Continuation Videoconference and Teleconference, 4. $7,470,316 Formal bid solicitations, 5. Contract add $50,000 total $100,000 end 6/30/2023 with Anjanette Scott LLC Housing Consultant, 6. Contract add $60,000 total $245,000 with Resource Development Associates (RDA) to add grant writing services for the Specialized Care Unit (SCU – crisis intervention mentally ill alternative to policing) 1/1/2021 – 6/30/2023, 7. Contract add $10,000 total $569,300 with Rolling Orange, Inc for Website redesign 3/1/2019 – 6/30/2024, 8. Contract $1,010,000 (includes 10% contingency $20,551) with Western Water Features, Inc. for King Pool Plaster and Tile and West Campus Pool Plaster, Tile, Filter, 9. Contract add $42,00 total $188,400 (includes $4,200 contingency) with Lind Marine for Removal of Derelict and Abandoned Vessels at the Berkeley Marina, 10. 10-year lease with two 5-year extensions with NFS Unlimited, LLC for Skates-on-the-Bay, 11. Updates to Measure T1 Phase 1 Project List, 12. Donation $3,400 memorial bench at Berkeley Marina in memory of Roger Garfinkle, 13. Ratification of Police accountability Board’s Standing Rules, 14. Arreguin Co-sponsors Taplin, Bartlett, Robinson – Support SB 922 (Weiner) permanently exempt transportation related projects from CEQA (pedestrian, bicycle, new bus rapid transit, light rail, EV charging stations, shore-side charging stations for ferries), 15. Arreguin, co-sponsor Harrison – Oppose CA 2/3 Legislative Vote and Voter Approval for Fee and Charge increases Initiative, 16. Kesarwani, Taplin, co-sponsorss Robinson, Wengraf - Referral to Implement State Law AB 43 for Reduced Speed Limits on High Injury Commercial Corridors, 17. Harrison, co-sponsors Arreguin, Taplin, Wengraf – Resolution expenditure office budgets supporting Status of Women Commission to cover membership in Association of CA Commissions for Women, 18. Harrison – Resolution to reduce Park fees for non-profits and support SF Mime Troupe, 19. Hahn, Bartlett, co-sponsor Harrison - Budget Referral $300,000 Grant Writing services, 20. Robinson – Support for AB 1713 Idaho Stop – allowing adult bicyclists to proceed through stop signs without stop after yielding right-of-way to immediate hazards, ACTION: 21. Update on Implementation of Fair and Impartial Policing Task Force Recommendations from BPD, 22. 2021 Year End Crime and Collision Data, 23. CM – Exception to 180-Day waiting period to hire a CalPERS Retired Annuitant.
LAND USE CALENDAR:
Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
1643-47 California – new basement level and 2nd story 4/26/2022
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with the End of the Appeal Period
1228 Carleton – add a hot tub to rear yard 3/4/2022
1233 Dwight – Create 430 sq ft 2nd story addition and 20 sq ft 1st floor addition to existing single-family dwelling 3/14/2022
2500 MLK Jr Way – Change of use from retail books to medical office in one commercial space 3/14/2022
1641 Stuart – Residential addition on 2nd floor of single family dwelling 3/14/2022
2305 Telegraph – Change of use from retail to food establishment in existing vacant commercial space 3/14/2022
1201 The Alameda – Establish new uncovered off-street parking space within required yard 3/14/12022
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
WORKSESSIONS:
March 10 – Reimagining Public Safety
March 15 – Housing Element Update
April 19 – Fire Department Standards of Coverage Study, BART Station Planning
June 21 – open
July 19 - open
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Alameda County LAFCO Presentation
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Civic Center – Old City Hall and Veterans Memorial Building (Tentative: Action Item)
Mid-Year Budget Report FY 2022
Worth Noting:
Sunday – If you are not participating in the half marathon and plan to go out Sunday morning check the map for approximate times the marathon will be in which Berkeley neighborhoods.
Monday the Seismic Cost Study for Maudelle Shirek and Veterans Buildings is on the agenda at the CCCC meeting at 12:15 pm. the Redistricting Commission at 6 pm will vote on the final map. Amber 2 remains. The Violet map was eliminated. The Zero Waste Commission at 7 pm will hear Public works priorities.
Tuesday there will be a webinar on the Hopkins street Corridor. There is no council meeting.
Wednesday the FITES Policy Committee meets at 2:30 on regulating plastic bags, GHG limits and process for updating the climate action plan. The Disability Commission meets at 6 pm. The Homeless Panel of Experts at 7 pm agenda includes Measure P, shelters and budget questions. The Planning Commission at 7 pm is holding a public hearing on citywide affordable housing requirements and will hold a presentation and discussion on the Bird Safe Glass and Dark Sky ordinance (referred to Planning 11/12/2019).
Thursday the Citywide Affordable Housing Requirements is on the agenda at the Housing Advisory Commission at 7 pm. The LPC and Public Works Commission also meet at 7 pm. WETA meets at 1 pm. The Berkeley Pier and Ferry are scheduled for the March 17 WETA meeting. The Groundbreaking Ceremony for the $725,000 tree planting grant is at 3:30 pm at James Kenny Park 1720 8th Street & Virginia.
The March 8 City Council Regular meeting agenda is available for comment and follows the list of city meetings. Fair and Impartial Policing Report and the Crime and Collision Reports are the only action items.
Sunday, February 27, 2022
Berkeley Half Marathon 7:30 am – 1 pm
I-80 exit at University closed from 6 am – 12 pm,
go to website for Half Marathon course if you did not receive a postcard notice
https://berkeleyhalfmarathon.com/
Monday, February 28, 2022
Community for a Cultural Civic Center (CCCC) at 12:15 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88153954875?pwd=WGxqRndONmE1N0FCOTdMd2FBMHhhUT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 881 5395 4875 Passcode: 487241
AGENDA: 3. Seismic Retrofit Cost Study, 4. Possible Ballot measure, 5. Update on Clean CA Grant Application for Turtle Island Monument.
Independent Redistricting Commission at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81566315346
Teleconference: 1-699-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 815 6631 5346
AGENDA: 2. Selection of Final Map for official approval on March 16, Recommendation: Review the Amber Version 2 map for final official adoption, 3. Review of Draft items for final report.
https://redistricting-commission-berkeley.hub.arcgis.com/
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/redistricting/
Zero Waste Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/s/82587046286
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6128 Meeting ID: 825 8704 6286
AGENDA Discussion and Action Items: 1. FY 2022 Public Works Dept Top Goals and Projects, Dept Performance Measures, FY 2023 Priorities, 2. Commission analysis and advice on 12/7/2019 staff presentation to council, 3. Update from Community Conservation Centers on Mixed Plastics.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Zero_Waste_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Tuesday, March 1, 2022
Hopkins Street Corridor from Sutter street to The Alameda 6 pm – 7:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_4Doct5T0Srm9y_OwTFBiqg
AGENDA: Webinar by zoom only
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Hopkins/
Wednesday, March 2, 2022
Facilities, Infrastructure, Transportation, Environment & Sustainability Committee (FITES) at 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89786346516
Teleconference: 1-699-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 897 8634 6516
AGENDA: 2. Harrison, Hahn – Ordinance add new chapter BMC 11.62 to Regulate Plastic Bags at Retail and Food Service Establishments, 3. Harrison, Co-sponsors Bartlett, Hahn – Ordinance add new chapter BMC 12.01 Established Greenhouse Gas Limits, Process for updated Climate Action Plan, Monitoring, Evaluation, Reporting and Regional Collaboration, Unscheduled: 4. Taplin-Native Plants, 5. Harrison-Impact/mitigation fees to public right of way (streets, sewers, waste, utilities), 6. Taplin, Co-sponsors Bartlett, Hahn – Equitable Safe streets.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Facilities,_Infrastructure,_Transportation,_Environment,___Sustainability.aspx
Board of Library Trustees at 6:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86042306505
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 860 4230 6505
AGENDA: II.B. Contract $200,000 with AMS.Net for network switches, installation and maintenance services 4/22/2022 thru 4/30/2022.
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
Commission on Disability at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82485970525?pwd=MW1sZDNoZ2J5SFFpbWpLcGJjeTZFUT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 824 8597 0525 Passcode: 2977154
AGENDA: C. Paratransit Presentation, 2. Housing Element, 3. Elevator Ordinance Update, 4. Easy Does it, 5. Inclusive Disaster Registry.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Disability_Homepage.aspx
Homeless Services Panel of Experts at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/92491365323
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 924 9136 5323
AGENDA: 6. Current status Measure P allocations, 7. Allocation needs 8. HSPE recommendations, crisis stabilization unit, shelter for senior population, shelter/housing for women fleeing domestic violence, 9. HSPE budget questions
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Homeless_Services_Panel_of_Experts.aspx
Planning Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89165604580
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 891 6560 4580
AGENDA: 9. Public Hearing on Amendments to Citywide Affordable Housing Requirements, 10. Public Hearing on Technical Edits and Corrections to the New Zoning Ordinance, 11. Discussion: Approach to Bird Safe Berkeley Requirements – Receive Presentation – referred to Planning Commission by Council November 12, 2019, 12. Planning Commission Work Plan.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Thursday, March 3, 2022
Groundbreaking ceremony for the Urban Forestry Tree Planting Grant at 3:30 pm
In-person James Kenny Park
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=17772
Housing Advisory Commission (HAC) at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86492044529
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 864 9204 4529
AGENDA Discussion and Possible Action: 5. Draft Annual Action Plan PY 2022 for HUD, 6. Citywide Affordable Housing Requirements, 7. Appoint a Housing Trust Fund Subcommittee.
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Housing_Advisory_Commission/
Landmarks Preservation Commission (LPC) at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82218986037
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 822 1898 6037
AGENDA: 5. 1940 Hearst – James T. Stocker-Loni Ding House – resume public hearing, 6. 701, 703, 305 & 705A Bancroft Way – Demolition Referral, 7. 747 Bancroft Way – Demolition Referral, 8. Initiative for City-wide Historic Resource Survey.
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/landmarkspreservationcommission/
Police Accountability Board Hearing Panel at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89149183116.
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 891 4918 3116
AGENDA: 2. Public Comment only on item 3, 3. Closed Session BPA v. CoB Alameda Superior Court No. 2002 057569 Complaint #5.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/ContentDisplay.aspx?id=162752
Public Works Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87827694563
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 878 2769 4563
AGENDA: no agenda posted, check after Monday
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Public_Works_Commission_Homepage.aspx
WETA Water Emergency Transportation Authority at 1 pm - Hybrid Meeting
In-person: at 670 W Hornet Ave, Alameda, 94501 – Masks required
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89718217408
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 897 1821 7408 Password: 33779
AGENDA: 3. Report Chair, 4. Report Board, 5. Report Staff a. Redwood City Ferry Terminal Project, Treasure Island Ferry Service Update, ( Berkeley recreation pier and ferry project scheduled for March 17 WETA meeting), b. Monthly Financials, c. Federal Legislative Update, d. State Legislative Update, 3. Monthly Ridership and Recovery Report, 6. Consent: c. Allocation request to CA Dept of Transportation for 2021-2022 Low carbon transit operations program grant funds, d. Clipper MOU with MTC and Bay Area Transit Operators, e. Authorize RFP for construction of Alameda Main Street Ferry Terminal Refurbishment Project, 7. Award contract to Swiftly, Inc for real-time transit information system, 8. Award contract to Anchor Operating System, LLC for integrated fare ticketing system.
https://weta.sanfranciscobayferry.com/next-board-meeting
Friday, March 4, 2022
WETA Water Emergency Transportation Authority at 2 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85470363892
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 854 7036 3892 Password: 939659
AGENDA: 3. Ethics Training
https://weta.sanfranciscobayferry.com/next-board-meeting
Saturday, March 5, 2022 & Sunday, March 6, 2022 – no city events or meetings found
March 8, City Council Agenda Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82967064417
Teleconference: 1-699-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 829 6706 4417
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
AGENDA CONSENT: 1. 2nd reading Supplementary Retirement and Income Plan II Berkeley Fire Fighters Assoc Local 1227 IAFF. 2. 2nd reading Amendment to contract between City and CalPers to effectuate cost sharing agreement between City and PEPRA, 3. Continuation Videoconference and Teleconference, 4. $7,470,316 Formal bid solicitations, 5. Contract add $50,000 total $100,000 end 6/30/2023 with Anjanette Scott LLC Housing Consultant, 6. Contract add $60,000 total $245,000 with Resource Development Associates (RDA) to add grant writing services for the Specialized Care Unit (SCU – crisis intervention mentally ill alternative to policing) 1/1/2021 – 6/30/2023, 7. Contract add $10,000 total $569,300 with Rolling Orange, Inc for Website redesign 3/1/2019 – 6/30/2024, 8. Contract $1,010,000 (includes 10% contingency $20,551) with Western Water Features, Inc. for King Pool Plaster and Tile and West Campus Pool Plaster, Tile, Filter, 9. Contract add $42,00 total $188,400 (includes $4,200 contingency) with Lind Marine for Removal of Derelict and Abandoned Vessels at the Berkeley Marina, 10. 10-year lease with two 5-year extensions with NFS Unlimited, LLC for Skates-on-the-Bay, 11. Updates to Measure T1 Phase 1 Project List, 12. Donation $3,400 memorial bench at Berkeley Marina in memory of Roger Garfinkle, 13. Ratification of Police accountability Board’s Standing Rules, 14. Arreguin Co-sponsors Taplin, Bartlett, Robinson – Support SB 922 (Weiner) permanently exempt transportation related projects from CEQA (pedestrian, bicycle, new bus rapid transit, light rail, EV charging stations, shore-side charging stations for ferries), 15. Arreguin, co-sponsor Harrison – Oppose CA 2/3 Legislative Vote and Voter Approval for Fee and Charge increases Initiative, 16. Kesarwani, Taplin, co-sponsorss Robinson, Wengraf - Referral to Implement State Law AB 43 for Reduced Speed Limits on High Injury Commercial Corridors, 17. Harrison, co-sponsors Arreguin, Taplin, Wengraf – Resolution expenditure office budgets supporting Status of Women Commission to cover membership in Association of CA Commissions for Women, 18. Harrison – Resolution to reduce Park fees for non-profits and support SF Mime Troupe, 19. Hahn, Bartlett, co-sponsor Harrison - Budget Referral $300,000 Grant Writing services, 20. Robinson – Support for AB 1713 Idaho Stop – allowing adult bicyclists to proceed through stop signs without stop after yielding right-of-way to immediate hazards, ACTION: 21. Update on Implementation of Fair and Impartial Policing Task Force Recommendations from BPD, 22. 2021 Year End Crime and Collision Data, 23. CM – Exception to 180-Day waiting period to hire a CalPERS Retired Annuitant.
LAND USE CALENDAR:
Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
1643-47 California – new basement level and 2nd story 4/26/2022
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with the End of the Appeal Period
1228 Carleton – add a hot tub to rear yard 3/4/2022
1233 Dwight – Create 430 sq ft 2nd story addition and 20 sq ft 1st floor addition to existing single-family dwelling 3/14/2022
2500 MLK Jr Way – Change of use from retail books to medical office in one commercial space 3/14/2022
1641 Stuart – Residential addition on 2nd floor of single family dwelling 3/14/2022
2305 Telegraph – Change of use from retail to food establishment in existing vacant commercial space 3/14/2022
1201 The Alameda – Establish new uncovered off-street parking space within required yard 3/14/12022
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
WORKSESSIONS:
March 10 – Reimagining Public Safety
March 15 – Housing Element Update
April 19 – Fire Department Standards of Coverage Study, BART Station Planning
June 21 – open
July 19 - open
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Alameda County LAFCO Presentation
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Civic Center – Old City Hall and Veterans Memorial Building (Tentative: Action Item)
Mid-Year Budget Report FY 2022
February 20 - February 27, 2022
Worth Noting:
Only three days of City meetings.
Tuesday the Civic art Commission Visioning Subcommittee meets at 12 pm to discuss planning for the Maudelle Shirek and Veterans Buildings. The City Council Agenda Committee meets at 2:30 pm to plan the March 8 council agenda. Tuesday evening at 6 pm is the Regular Council meeting.
Wednesday the 4 x 4 (Rent Board/City Council meets at 3 pm and the Energy Commission meets at 5 pm. The Police Accountability Board meets in a special closed session at 5 pm followed with the regular meeting at 7 pm. The Civic Arts Commission meets at 6 pm and will review the public art a poem by “In This Place” by Amanda Gorman to be placed on the mixed use building at 2352 Shattuck. The developer is requesting exception to existing policy that public art remains for the life of the building to instead remove and replace it after 10 years. The Disaster and Fire Safety Commission meets at 7 pm.
Thursday the council Budget and Finance Committee meets at 10 am. Only the agenda is posted, none of the documents. The Zoning adjustment Board meets at 7 pm. The 3233 Ellis project removes five trees and plants three non-native cypress trees.
Sunday, February 20, 2022 & Monday, February 21, 2022 – Presidents’ Holiday Weekend
Tuesday, February 22, 2022
Agenda and Rules Committee at 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm,
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82263035613
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 822 6303 5613
AGENDA: Public Comment, 2. Review and Approve Draft Agenda for 3/8/22 - 6 pm Regular City Council Meeting – full draft agenda posted after list of meetings or use link, 3. Berkeley considers, 4. Adjournments in Memory, 5. Worksessions Schedule, 6. Referrals for Scheduling: 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review: 8. Impact of Covid-19 on meetings, 9. Analysis of return to In-person meetings, Unscheduled Items: 10. Discussion regarding design and strengthening of Policy Committee Process and Structure (including Budget referrals), 11. Strengthening and supporting City Commissions. Unfinished Business for Scheduling: Surveillance Technology Report, Acquisition and ALPR.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm,
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89664206619
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 896 6420 6619
Full agenda follows list of city meetings or use this link.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Wednesday, February 23, 2022
4x4 Joint Task Force Committee on Housing: Rent Board/City Council at 3 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89750806233?pwd=Q2lQMVQzUER2SGRqd0VrUGp6di82UT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 897 5080 6233
AGENDA: 4. Public Comment non-agenda items, 6. Update Measure MM registry expansion, 7. Discussion potential for adding more rent controlled units, 8. Discussion regarding welfare exemption policy, 9. Discussion possible action remedies for situations where landlords unilaterally change keyed entries to keyless entries.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/4x4_Committee_Homepage.aspx
Civic Arts Commission at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86147520326
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 861 4752 0326
AGENDA: 6. Presentations, Discussion & Action: a) Update Hinkel Park, b) 2352 Shattuck (Logan Park building) Final Public art Plan – Poem “In This Place” by Amanda Gorman, 1998, c) 2352 Shattuck (Logan Park building) request by Developer for exception to Public Art Policy if developer wishes to remove art may do so with 6 month notification to city and replace with alternate art of equal or greater value – Existing policy art remains for the life of the building, removal of art after 10 years is agreement between developer and artist and art is donated to the City, d) Revise public art percentage to 1.75%, e) FY 23 Guidelines for Festivals and Individual artists
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CivicArtsCommissionHomepage/
Disaster and Fire Safety Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83604595954
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 836 0459 5954
AGENDA Action: 3. Election, 4. GG and FF, 5. Cal-OES/FEMA grant application, Discussion: Defensible Space for Wildfire, 7. Workplan, 8. City budget, 9. Community Wildfire Protection Plan Public Engagement and Scope, 10. Presentation Hillside Fire Safety Group, 11. Wildfire Public Education.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Disaster_and_Fire_Safety_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Energy Commission at 5 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84780611377
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 847 8061 1377
AGENDA: 6. Update Climate Action Plan Report, 7. Workplan, 8. Housing element update, 9. Budget priorities for city budget, 10. Plastic bag referral, 11. 100% Sustainable trips.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Energy_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Police Accountability Board (PAB) Special Meeting CLOSED SESSION at 5 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82237902987
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 822 3790 2987
AGENDA: 2. Public Comment, Closed Session – Berkeley Police Association v. City of Berkeley, case no. 2002 057569
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/ContentDisplay.aspx?id=162752
Police Accountability Board (PAB) at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82237902987
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 822 3790 2987
AGENDA: 3. Public comment on agenda and non-agenda items, 6. Status of complaints, 7. Police Chief report, 8. Subcommittee reports: a. Fair and Impartial Policing, b. Director Search, c. Regulations, d. Mental Health Response, e. Fixed Surveillance Cameras, 9. a. Revision Policy 425 Body worn camera, b. ALPR (automated license plate readers), c. Form subcommittee on PAB budget proposal, d. Lexipol policies, 10. a. Consider ways to contribute to hiring and selection of new Director of PAB, b. Review policy 319 Hate Crimes, 11. Public Comment.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/ContentDisplay.aspx?id=162752
Thursday, February 24, 2022
City Council Budget & Finance Committee at 10 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83865327729
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 838 6532 7729
AGENDA: 2. FY 23 & 24 Biennial Budget Development Calendar, 3. Homelessness Funding Priorities, 4. FY 22 Mid-Year and American Rescue Plan Act Update, 5. General Fund Expenditures, FY 23 & 24 Budget Assumptions on Personnel Costs, Including Salary Savings.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Budget___Finance.aspx
Zoning Adjustment Board (ZAB) at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88654379637
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 886 5437 9637
AGENDA: all projects on consent.
2. 3233 Ellis – demolish existing single-family home and construct 3 detached single-family dwellings, staff recommend approve (removes 5 trees from lot – replants 3-non-native cypress trees)
3. 760 Hearst - Establish 3,366 sq ft veterinary clinic in existing tenant space, staff recommend approve
4. 1695 Ward – construct a 105 sq ft 2nd story addition and roof deck, construct a porch in the existing non-conforming set-back, add an off-street parking space to rear yard on a lot that is non-conforming for lot coverage and occupied by existing 2-story, 2058 sq ft single-family dwelling. Staff recommend approve.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
Friday, February 25, 2022 & Saturday, February 26, 2022 & Sunday, February 27, 2022
No City meetings or events found
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Agenda and Rules Committee at 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm, February 22, 2022
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82263035613
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 822 6303 5613
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
March 8, DRAFT AGENDA:
CONSENT: 1. Resolution to Continue to Meet Via Videoconference and Teleconference, 2. Formal Bid Solicitations and RFP $7,470,316, 3. Contract add $50,000 total $100,000 end 6/30/2023 with Housing Consultant – Anjanette Scott, LLC, 4. Contract add $60,000 total $245,000 end 6/30/2023 with Resource Development Associates to Facilitate Grant Writing for the Specialized Care Unit, 5. Contract add $10,000 total $539,300 with Rolling Orange, Inc for additional website redesign 3/1/2019 – 6/30/2024, 6. Contract $1,010,000 which included 10% contingency $20,551 with Western water Features Inc, for the King Pool Plaster and Tile Replacement and West Campus Pool Plaster, Tile and Filter Replacement, 7. Amend contract add $42,000 contingency $4,200 total $188,400 and contingency $47,000 with Lind Marine for removal of Derelict and Abandoned Vessels at Berkeley Marina, 8. 10 year Lease Agreement with NFS, LLC for Skates-on-the-Bay with two 5-year option to extend effective 5/1/2022. 9. Updates to Measure T1 Phase 1 Project list, 10. Donation $3,400 Memorial Bench at Berkeley Marina in front of M-Dock in memory of Roger Garfinkle, 11. Ratification of Police Accountability Board’s Standing Rules, 12. Arreguin, co-sponsores Taplin, Bartlett, Robinson - Support of SB 922 (Wiener) which would permanently exempt transportation-related projects from CEQA, 13. Opposition to the California 2/3 Legislative Vote and Voter Approval for Fee and Charge Increases, 14. Harrison, co-sponsors Arreguin, Taplin - Resolution support relinquishment of Council Office Budget Funds to the General Fund and Grant of Funds for Commission on status of Women, 15. Harrison – Reduce or Waive Park Fees for Free Permitted Outdoor Theater, Arts Events and Other events based on Objective Public Welfare, Criteria and Relinquishing Council funds to Support SF Mime Troupe’s Payment of Park fees for 2022 free outdoor season, 16. Hahn, co-sponsors Harrison, Bartlett - Budget referral $300,000 for FY 2022-2023 budget process for Grant Writing Services, 17. Robinson – Support for AB 1713 Idaho Stop – allows adult bicyclists to proceed through stop signs after yielding the right-of-way to immediate hazards, ACTION: Disaster and Fire Safety Commission – Parking Enforcement of Existing Parking Code in Fire Zones 2 & 3, direct BPD to enforce parking in all fire zones, 19. Kesarwani – Referral $25,000 - $50,000 for new speed limit signage to Implement State Law AB 43 for Reduced Speed Limits (5 mph) on High-injury Commercial Corridors, 20. Taplin, co-sponsor Robinson – Refer to City Manager reduction of speed limits in accordance with AB 43 within following categories, High Injury streets, Business Activity Streets, Senior ones, and any residential streets that may be defined as High-Injury, 23. Taplin – Equitable Safe Streets and Climate Justice Resolution committing City and state/federal matching/recurring funds on city maintained roads, sidewalks, and bike lanes to accelerate safety improvements, and adoption of NACTO Urban Street Design Guide as default engineering standard for city streets and transferring legal liability for safe streets designs from individual city engineering/public works staff to the City of Berkeley.
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CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm, February 22, 2022
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89664206619
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 896 6420 6619
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
AGENDA CONSENT: 1. Minutes, 2. Formal Bid Solicitations$234,000, 3. Contract $625,000 3/1/2022-4/30/2024 with Berkeley Youth Alternative for Proposition 64 Grant-Proposed Work and Services, 4. Amend Contract add $355,000 total $992,778 with BUSD to provide Mental Health Services in local schools thru 6/30/2022, 5. Revenue contract accept $1,000,000 from CA Dept of Health Care Services for Crisis Care Mobile Units and any resultant revenue agreements to augment Specialized Care Unit through 6/30/2025, 6. Accept $25,000 donation for Meals on Wheels, 7. Amend BMC 4.38, Supplementary Retirement and Income Plan II to Permit Participation of Berkeley Fire Fighters Assoc Local 1227 I.A.F.F., 8. Grant Application up to $600,000: Clean CA Local Grant Program for Civic Center Plaza Turtle Garden Beautification Project, Memorial Benches donation $3,400 items 9, 10, 11, 13: 9. In memory of Susan P. Kwong at Cesar Chavez Park, 10. In memory of Asia Blau Feese at Berkeley Rose Garden, 11. In memory of Anne Rogin Blau at Cesar Chavez Park, 13. In memory of Key Slay at Shorebird Park, 12. Donation $16,720 from Rorick Family Trust for Strawberry Creek Park for tree planting, 14. Three Contracts with 3-year terms totaling $4,000,000 for Plan Checking Services: Telesis Engineers $1,500,000, West Coast Code Consultants $1,500,000 and TRB and Associates $1,000,000, 15. Contract $1,260,000 including 15% - $171,525 Contingency with Cratus Inc for Storm Drain Improvements Projects at Marin, Virginia, Grizzly Peak & High Court. 16. Contract $2,590,468 including 10% - $235,497 contingency with Cratus, Inc, for Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation at various locations, 17. Contract $3,873,843 including 10% - $352,167 contingency with Cratus, Inc, for Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation at various locations on Shattuck Ave, 18. Contract $391,872 includes 10% - $35,624 contingency with Kolos Engineering, Inc for Urgent Sewer Repair FY2022 Project, 19. Contract add $1,891,415 total $8,924,872 with IPS Group, Inc for Parking Meter thru 6/30/2024, 20. Arreguin Co-sponsors Taplin, Harrison – Resolution supporting Agricultural Labor Relations Voting Choice Act, 21. Taplin - Budget Referral: 1. $200,000 for four (4) Traffic Circles at Seventh St, Ninth St, Browning St, & Bonar St, 2. $50,000 one (1) Traffic Diverter at Tenth St, 3. $500,000 for two (2) Pedestrian Hybrid Beacons at San Pablo and Sacramento, 4. $70,000 for Rapid Rectangular Flashing Beacons and median refuge island at Sixth and Channing, 22. Taplin, co-sponsors Hahn, Bartlett, Arreguin - Streamlining Toxic Remediation in Manufacturing Districts Referral to City Manager, (the dormant Pacific Steel Casting site is at the center of this), 23. Harrison - Resolution in Support of State of CA Legislature Introducing a CA Resident-Designated Support Person Act, 24 Authors - Robinson, Taplin, Kesarwani, Arreguin – Budget Referral: $350,000 for Dredging South Sailing Basin, 25. Robinson Co-sponsors Wengraf, Bartlett, Harrison - Support AB 1602 Student Revolving Loan Fund, ACTION: 26. CM - ZAB Appeal 1527 Sacramento, 27. Southside Complete Streets Project, 27. Taplin – Amend BMC Chapter 13.84 to Expand Relocation Assistance and Conflict Resolution for Tenants, 28. Resolution Adopting the Resolution of Intention of Amendment to the Miscellaneous CalPers Contract Pursuant to Californinia Gov Code 20516 to effectuate changes to the cost sharing agreement between the City and PEPRA members of SEIU, Local 1021 Maintenance and Clerical (SEIU MC), Public Employees Union Local 1, Community Services & Part-Time Recreation Leaders Associations Local 1021 (SEIU CSU/PTRLA) and Unrepresented Employees Group. INFORMATION REPORTS: 29. City Council Short Term Referral Process Quarterly Update, 30. Age-Friendly Berkeley Update, 31. LPO NOD 3125 Arch, 32. Update on the Implementation of Fair and Impartial Policing Task Force Recommendations, 33. 2021 Year End Crime and Collision Data.
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
1527 Sacramento – 2nd story addition date 2/22/2021
1643-47 California – new basement level and 2nd story date 4/26/2022
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with End of Appeal Period,
SFD = Single Family Dwelling
2427 Browning – Major residential addition over 14’ in average height 2/23/2022
1228 Carleton – Add a hot tub to the rear yard 3/4/2022
1833 Sixty-Third – 388 sq. ft. addition including extending the non-conforming rt side setback at 1st floor 191 sq. ft. addition, 197 sq ft addition above 14’ in ave. height at 2nd floor for shed dormers, add 5th bedroom at front of dwelling on 4,725 sq. ft. lot that contains 2 dwellings 2/23/2022
185 The Uplands – Demolish existing garage, add new attached garage with 2-story addition above 14’ ave. ht. and legalize existing retaining walls, fences and hedges over 6’ in height on 10,011 sq. ft. lot 2/23/2022.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSESSIONS
March 10 – Reimagining Public Safety
March 15 – Housing Element Update
April 19 – Fire Department Standards of Coverage Study, BART Station Planning
June 21 – open
July 19 - open
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Alameda County LAFCO Presentation
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Civic Center – Old City Hall and Veterans Memorial Building (Tentative: Action Item)
Mid-Year Budget Report FY 2022
Worth Noting:
Only three days of City meetings.
Tuesday the Civic art Commission Visioning Subcommittee meets at 12 pm to discuss planning for the Maudelle Shirek and Veterans Buildings. The City Council Agenda Committee meets at 2:30 pm to plan the March 8 council agenda. Tuesday evening at 6 pm is the Regular Council meeting.
Wednesday the 4 x 4 (Rent Board/City Council meets at 3 pm and the Energy Commission meets at 5 pm. The Police Accountability Board meets in a special closed session at 5 pm followed with the regular meeting at 7 pm. The Civic Arts Commission meets at 6 pm and will review the public art a poem by “In This Place” by Amanda Gorman to be placed on the mixed use building at 2352 Shattuck. The developer is requesting exception to existing policy that public art remains for the life of the building to instead remove and replace it after 10 years. The Disaster and Fire Safety Commission meets at 7 pm.
Thursday the council Budget and Finance Committee meets at 10 am. Only the agenda is posted, none of the documents. The Zoning adjustment Board meets at 7 pm. The 3233 Ellis project removes five trees and plants three non-native cypress trees.
Sunday, February 20, 2022 & Monday, February 21, 2022 – Presidents’ Holiday Weekend
Tuesday, February 22, 2022
Agenda and Rules Committee at 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm,
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82263035613
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 822 6303 5613
AGENDA: Public Comment, 2. Review and Approve Draft Agenda for 3/8/22 - 6 pm Regular City Council Meeting – full draft agenda posted after list of meetings or use link, 3. Berkeley considers, 4. Adjournments in Memory, 5. Worksessions Schedule, 6. Referrals for Scheduling: 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review: 8. Impact of Covid-19 on meetings, 9. Analysis of return to In-person meetings, Unscheduled Items: 10. Discussion regarding design and strengthening of Policy Committee Process and Structure (including Budget referrals), 11. Strengthening and supporting City Commissions. Unfinished Business for Scheduling: Surveillance Technology Report, Acquisition and ALPR.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm,
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89664206619
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 896 6420 6619
Full agenda follows list of city meetings or use this link.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Wednesday, February 23, 2022
4x4 Joint Task Force Committee on Housing: Rent Board/City Council at 3 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89750806233?pwd=Q2lQMVQzUER2SGRqd0VrUGp6di82UT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 897 5080 6233
AGENDA: 4. Public Comment non-agenda items, 6. Update Measure MM registry expansion, 7. Discussion potential for adding more rent controlled units, 8. Discussion regarding welfare exemption policy, 9. Discussion possible action remedies for situations where landlords unilaterally change keyed entries to keyless entries.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/4x4_Committee_Homepage.aspx
Civic Arts Commission at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86147520326
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 861 4752 0326
AGENDA: 6. Presentations, Discussion & Action: a) Update Hinkel Park, b) 2352 Shattuck (Logan Park building) Final Public art Plan – Poem “In This Place” by Amanda Gorman, 1998, c) 2352 Shattuck (Logan Park building) request by Developer for exception to Public Art Policy if developer wishes to remove art may do so with 6 month notification to city and replace with alternate art of equal or greater value – Existing policy art remains for the life of the building, removal of art after 10 years is agreement between developer and artist and art is donated to the City, d) Revise public art percentage to 1.75%, e) FY 23 Guidelines for Festivals and Individual artists
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CivicArtsCommissionHomepage/
Disaster and Fire Safety Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83604595954
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 836 0459 5954
AGENDA Action: 3. Election, 4. GG and FF, 5. Cal-OES/FEMA grant application, Discussion: Defensible Space for Wildfire, 7. Workplan, 8. City budget, 9. Community Wildfire Protection Plan Public Engagement and Scope, 10. Presentation Hillside Fire Safety Group, 11. Wildfire Public Education.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Disaster_and_Fire_Safety_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Energy Commission at 5 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84780611377
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 847 8061 1377
AGENDA: 6. Update Climate Action Plan Report, 7. Workplan, 8. Housing element update, 9. Budget priorities for city budget, 10. Plastic bag referral, 11. 100% Sustainable trips.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Energy_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Police Accountability Board (PAB) Special Meeting CLOSED SESSION at 5 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82237902987
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 822 3790 2987
AGENDA: 2. Public Comment, Closed Session – Berkeley Police Association v. City of Berkeley, case no. 2002 057569
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/ContentDisplay.aspx?id=162752
Police Accountability Board (PAB) at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82237902987
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 822 3790 2987
AGENDA: 3. Public comment on agenda and non-agenda items, 6. Status of complaints, 7. Police Chief report, 8. Subcommittee reports: a. Fair and Impartial Policing, b. Director Search, c. Regulations, d. Mental Health Response, e. Fixed Surveillance Cameras, 9. a. Revision Policy 425 Body worn camera, b. ALPR (automated license plate readers), c. Form subcommittee on PAB budget proposal, d. Lexipol policies, 10. a. Consider ways to contribute to hiring and selection of new Director of PAB, b. Review policy 319 Hate Crimes, 11. Public Comment.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/ContentDisplay.aspx?id=162752
Thursday, February 24, 2022
City Council Budget & Finance Committee at 10 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83865327729
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 838 6532 7729
AGENDA: 2. FY 23 & 24 Biennial Budget Development Calendar, 3. Homelessness Funding Priorities, 4. FY 22 Mid-Year and American Rescue Plan Act Update, 5. General Fund Expenditures, FY 23 & 24 Budget Assumptions on Personnel Costs, Including Salary Savings.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Budget___Finance.aspx
Zoning Adjustment Board (ZAB) at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88654379637
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 886 5437 9637
AGENDA: all projects on consent.
2. 3233 Ellis – demolish existing single-family home and construct 3 detached single-family dwellings, staff recommend approve (removes 5 trees from lot – replants 3-non-native cypress trees)
3. 760 Hearst - Establish 3,366 sq ft veterinary clinic in existing tenant space, staff recommend approve
4. 1695 Ward – construct a 105 sq ft 2nd story addition and roof deck, construct a porch in the existing non-conforming set-back, add an off-street parking space to rear yard on a lot that is non-conforming for lot coverage and occupied by existing 2-story, 2058 sq ft single-family dwelling. Staff recommend approve.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
Friday, February 25, 2022 & Saturday, February 26, 2022 & Sunday, February 27, 2022
No City meetings or events found
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Agenda and Rules Committee at 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm, February 22, 2022
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82263035613
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 822 6303 5613
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
March 8, DRAFT AGENDA:
CONSENT: 1. Resolution to Continue to Meet Via Videoconference and Teleconference, 2. Formal Bid Solicitations and RFP $7,470,316, 3. Contract add $50,000 total $100,000 end 6/30/2023 with Housing Consultant – Anjanette Scott, LLC, 4. Contract add $60,000 total $245,000 end 6/30/2023 with Resource Development Associates to Facilitate Grant Writing for the Specialized Care Unit, 5. Contract add $10,000 total $539,300 with Rolling Orange, Inc for additional website redesign 3/1/2019 – 6/30/2024, 6. Contract $1,010,000 which included 10% contingency $20,551 with Western water Features Inc, for the King Pool Plaster and Tile Replacement and West Campus Pool Plaster, Tile and Filter Replacement, 7. Amend contract add $42,000 contingency $4,200 total $188,400 and contingency $47,000 with Lind Marine for removal of Derelict and Abandoned Vessels at Berkeley Marina, 8. 10 year Lease Agreement with NFS, LLC for Skates-on-the-Bay with two 5-year option to extend effective 5/1/2022. 9. Updates to Measure T1 Phase 1 Project list, 10. Donation $3,400 Memorial Bench at Berkeley Marina in front of M-Dock in memory of Roger Garfinkle, 11. Ratification of Police Accountability Board’s Standing Rules, 12. Arreguin, co-sponsores Taplin, Bartlett, Robinson - Support of SB 922 (Wiener) which would permanently exempt transportation-related projects from CEQA, 13. Opposition to the California 2/3 Legislative Vote and Voter Approval for Fee and Charge Increases, 14. Harrison, co-sponsors Arreguin, Taplin - Resolution support relinquishment of Council Office Budget Funds to the General Fund and Grant of Funds for Commission on status of Women, 15. Harrison – Reduce or Waive Park Fees for Free Permitted Outdoor Theater, Arts Events and Other events based on Objective Public Welfare, Criteria and Relinquishing Council funds to Support SF Mime Troupe’s Payment of Park fees for 2022 free outdoor season, 16. Hahn, co-sponsors Harrison, Bartlett - Budget referral $300,000 for FY 2022-2023 budget process for Grant Writing Services, 17. Robinson – Support for AB 1713 Idaho Stop – allows adult bicyclists to proceed through stop signs after yielding the right-of-way to immediate hazards, ACTION: Disaster and Fire Safety Commission – Parking Enforcement of Existing Parking Code in Fire Zones 2 & 3, direct BPD to enforce parking in all fire zones, 19. Kesarwani – Referral $25,000 - $50,000 for new speed limit signage to Implement State Law AB 43 for Reduced Speed Limits (5 mph) on High-injury Commercial Corridors, 20. Taplin, co-sponsor Robinson – Refer to City Manager reduction of speed limits in accordance with AB 43 within following categories, High Injury streets, Business Activity Streets, Senior ones, and any residential streets that may be defined as High-Injury, 23. Taplin – Equitable Safe Streets and Climate Justice Resolution committing City and state/federal matching/recurring funds on city maintained roads, sidewalks, and bike lanes to accelerate safety improvements, and adoption of NACTO Urban Street Design Guide as default engineering standard for city streets and transferring legal liability for safe streets designs from individual city engineering/public works staff to the City of Berkeley.
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CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm, February 22, 2022
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89664206619
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 896 6420 6619
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
AGENDA CONSENT: 1. Minutes, 2. Formal Bid Solicitations$234,000, 3. Contract $625,000 3/1/2022-4/30/2024 with Berkeley Youth Alternative for Proposition 64 Grant-Proposed Work and Services, 4. Amend Contract add $355,000 total $992,778 with BUSD to provide Mental Health Services in local schools thru 6/30/2022, 5. Revenue contract accept $1,000,000 from CA Dept of Health Care Services for Crisis Care Mobile Units and any resultant revenue agreements to augment Specialized Care Unit through 6/30/2025, 6. Accept $25,000 donation for Meals on Wheels, 7. Amend BMC 4.38, Supplementary Retirement and Income Plan II to Permit Participation of Berkeley Fire Fighters Assoc Local 1227 I.A.F.F., 8. Grant Application up to $600,000: Clean CA Local Grant Program for Civic Center Plaza Turtle Garden Beautification Project, Memorial Benches donation $3,400 items 9, 10, 11, 13: 9. In memory of Susan P. Kwong at Cesar Chavez Park, 10. In memory of Asia Blau Feese at Berkeley Rose Garden, 11. In memory of Anne Rogin Blau at Cesar Chavez Park, 13. In memory of Key Slay at Shorebird Park, 12. Donation $16,720 from Rorick Family Trust for Strawberry Creek Park for tree planting, 14. Three Contracts with 3-year terms totaling $4,000,000 for Plan Checking Services: Telesis Engineers $1,500,000, West Coast Code Consultants $1,500,000 and TRB and Associates $1,000,000, 15. Contract $1,260,000 including 15% - $171,525 Contingency with Cratus Inc for Storm Drain Improvements Projects at Marin, Virginia, Grizzly Peak & High Court. 16. Contract $2,590,468 including 10% - $235,497 contingency with Cratus, Inc, for Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation at various locations, 17. Contract $3,873,843 including 10% - $352,167 contingency with Cratus, Inc, for Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation at various locations on Shattuck Ave, 18. Contract $391,872 includes 10% - $35,624 contingency with Kolos Engineering, Inc for Urgent Sewer Repair FY2022 Project, 19. Contract add $1,891,415 total $8,924,872 with IPS Group, Inc for Parking Meter thru 6/30/2024, 20. Arreguin Co-sponsors Taplin, Harrison – Resolution supporting Agricultural Labor Relations Voting Choice Act, 21. Taplin - Budget Referral: 1. $200,000 for four (4) Traffic Circles at Seventh St, Ninth St, Browning St, & Bonar St, 2. $50,000 one (1) Traffic Diverter at Tenth St, 3. $500,000 for two (2) Pedestrian Hybrid Beacons at San Pablo and Sacramento, 4. $70,000 for Rapid Rectangular Flashing Beacons and median refuge island at Sixth and Channing, 22. Taplin, co-sponsors Hahn, Bartlett, Arreguin - Streamlining Toxic Remediation in Manufacturing Districts Referral to City Manager, (the dormant Pacific Steel Casting site is at the center of this), 23. Harrison - Resolution in Support of State of CA Legislature Introducing a CA Resident-Designated Support Person Act, 24 Authors - Robinson, Taplin, Kesarwani, Arreguin – Budget Referral: $350,000 for Dredging South Sailing Basin, 25. Robinson Co-sponsors Wengraf, Bartlett, Harrison - Support AB 1602 Student Revolving Loan Fund, ACTION: 26. CM - ZAB Appeal 1527 Sacramento, 27. Southside Complete Streets Project, 27. Taplin – Amend BMC Chapter 13.84 to Expand Relocation Assistance and Conflict Resolution for Tenants, 28. Resolution Adopting the Resolution of Intention of Amendment to the Miscellaneous CalPers Contract Pursuant to Californinia Gov Code 20516 to effectuate changes to the cost sharing agreement between the City and PEPRA members of SEIU, Local 1021 Maintenance and Clerical (SEIU MC), Public Employees Union Local 1, Community Services & Part-Time Recreation Leaders Associations Local 1021 (SEIU CSU/PTRLA) and Unrepresented Employees Group. INFORMATION REPORTS: 29. City Council Short Term Referral Process Quarterly Update, 30. Age-Friendly Berkeley Update, 31. LPO NOD 3125 Arch, 32. Update on the Implementation of Fair and Impartial Policing Task Force Recommendations, 33. 2021 Year End Crime and Collision Data.
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
1527 Sacramento – 2nd story addition date 2/22/2021
1643-47 California – new basement level and 2nd story date 4/26/2022
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with End of Appeal Period,
SFD = Single Family Dwelling
2427 Browning – Major residential addition over 14’ in average height 2/23/2022
1228 Carleton – Add a hot tub to the rear yard 3/4/2022
1833 Sixty-Third – 388 sq. ft. addition including extending the non-conforming rt side setback at 1st floor 191 sq. ft. addition, 197 sq ft addition above 14’ in ave. height at 2nd floor for shed dormers, add 5th bedroom at front of dwelling on 4,725 sq. ft. lot that contains 2 dwellings 2/23/2022
185 The Uplands – Demolish existing garage, add new attached garage with 2-story addition above 14’ ave. ht. and legalize existing retaining walls, fences and hedges over 6’ in height on 10,011 sq. ft. lot 2/23/2022.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSESSIONS
March 10 – Reimagining Public Safety
March 15 – Housing Element Update
April 19 – Fire Department Standards of Coverage Study, BART Station Planning
June 21 – open
July 19 - open
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Alameda County LAFCO Presentation
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Civic Center – Old City Hall and Veterans Memorial Building (Tentative: Action Item)
Mid-Year Budget Report FY 2022
February 13 - February 20, 2022
The meetings worth attention are:
Tuesday is the Council worksession at 6 pm on Homeless and Mental Health Systems and Services in Berkeley. As noted the report prepared by the city fills 16 pages. A chart listing the services, funding sources, gaps and limitations would have been more useful.
Wednesday the Berkeley Rent Board Outreach Committee at 5:15 pm will have a presentation on “the right to return” aka people qualifying for affordable housing with history of living in Berkeley given preference. The Zoning Ordinance Revision Project (ZORP) at 7 pm will be reviewing proposed standards for 2 to 4-unit buildings. Berkeley is required to add 8,934 residential units in the next 8-year housing cycle “Housing Elements.” This meeting is important. You should really look at the size of individual units proposed 1950 sq ft to 3900 sq ft. and space between buildings and lot line. The merged Parks, Recreation and Waterfront will have its first meeting at 7 pm.
Thursday the Independent Redistricting Commission at 6 pm will be taking comment on the two new maps Amber-2 and Violet to redraw council district borders. The final decision will be made on February 28. The Rent Board meets at 7 pm and will have a presentation on Race and Housing. This meeting is recorded. The Design Review Committee at 7 pm will be previewing a new R&D Project and 415 car parking lot at Bancroft and Fourth.
Saturday, February 19 at 10 am there will be a second opportunity to comment at the Independent Redistricting Commission on the Amber -2 and Violet maps.
The agenda for the City Council regular meeting on February 22 at 6 pm is available for review and comment.
Sunday, February 13, 2022 - No City meetings or events found
Monday, February 14, 2022
City Council Health, Life Enrichment, Equity & Community Committee at 10 am,
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89780196624
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 897 8019 6624
AGENDA: 1. Minutes, no action items, UNSCHEDULED: Presentation on Public Health Tobacco Prevention Program
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Health,_Life_Enrichment,_Equity___Community.aspx
Youth Commission at 5 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85925075321?
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 859 2507 5321 Passcode: 621930
AGENDA: 11. Election of new chair,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Youth_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Tuesday, February 15, 2022
City Council CLOSED Session at 4 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87687340786
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 876 8734 0786
AGENDA: 1. Existing Litigation Secure Justice v. City of Berkeley, Case # 21CV003630, 2. Conference with legal counsel – anticipated litigation pursuant to gov code section 54956.9(d)(2), 3. Conference with Labor Negotiators Employee Organizations Berkeley Fire Fighters Local 1227, Berkeley Fire Fighters Association Local 1227 I.A.F.F. / Berkeley Chief Fire Fighters Association, IBEW, Local 1245, SEIU 1021 Coummunity Services and Part-time Recreation Activity Leaders, SEIU 1021 Maintenance and Clerical, Public Employees Union Local 1, Unrepresented Employees, Berkeley Police Association.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
City Council SPECIAL Meeting at 6 pm,
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84461712280
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 844 6171 2280
AGENDA: 1. Homeless and Mental Health Systems and Services in Berkeley (16 page report contains no chart decipherable description of what services are offered by what program/agency).
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2022/02_Feb/City_Council__02-15-2022_-_Special_(WS)_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board Budget and Personnel Committee Meeting at 5:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84178974472?pwd=NnhkdFVvakJSZy84NDI0RS8zakpCUT09
Teleconference: 1-408-638-0968 Meeting ID: 841 7897 4472 Passcode: 097105
AGENDA: 5. Election of Committee Chair
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Community Environmental Advisory Commission (CEAC) at 5 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81464105089
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 814 6410 5089
AGENDA: 2. Public Comment 3-minute limit, 7. Report from Toxics Management, 9. Transition from CEAC to Environment and Climate Commission (ECC)
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Community_Environmental_Advisory_Commission/
Wednesday, February 16, 2022
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board Outreach Committee Meeting at 5:15 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81188408386?pwd=TS9tSGVXYzJWaGczcHl3OE54RmlPZz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 811 8840 8386 Passcode: 415442
AGENDA: 6. Presentation by Healthy Black Families, Inc Right to Stay-Right to Return Tenant Survey/Affordable Housing Preference Policy, Discussion and Possible Action items 7 -10. 7. Tenant Survey, 8. Fair Chance Ordinance, Eviction Moratorium, 10 COVID Impacts.
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Zoning Ordinance Revision Project (ZORP) Subcommittee at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87506470747
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 875 0647 0747
AGENDA: Objective Standards for Multi-Unit and Mixed-Use Residential Projects , receive presentation and provide feedback on proposed 2-4 unit land us and development standards in the R-1, R-1A, R-2, R-2A and MU-R zoning districts outside the Hillside Overlay.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Parks, Recreation and Waterfront Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83911723812
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 839 1172 3812
AGENDA: 3. Election, 7. Public comment, 8. Chair’s Report, 9. Director’s Report, 10. Update Changes to Measure T1 Phase 1 Project List, 11. PWR Capital Projects, 12. 2050 Revenue Measure, 13. Wind Storm Tree Damage, 14. Summer Registration dates and information, 15. Letter to state reps 2022 Budget Request from CoB related to infrastructure Improvements at the Berkeley Marina and Pier, 16. Dredging South Sailing Basin, 17. Update Budget Process, Transient Occupancy Tax to Marina Fund, Adopt-a-Spot, City Refuse Policy.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Parks,_Recreation,_and_Waterfront_Commission.aspx
Thursday, February 17, 2022
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83737919904?pwd=TlNmeTVrc0gvRFJ5ay9KQ1ZrVlg3Zz09
Teleconference: 1-408-638-0968 Meeting ID: 837 3791 9904 Passcode: 919836
AGENDA: 5. Special Presentation: “what Does Housing Have To Do With Race” by Wilhelmenia Wilson, Executive Director, Healthy Black Families, Inc, 8. a. Special Presentation on state housing legislation, b. Staff recommendations on requests for waivers of late registration penalties, 9. Appeal 2226 Durant, Unit 104.
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Design Review Committee at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84988766567
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 849 8876 6567
AGENDA: 747 (787) Bancroft Way at 4th – Preview – Demolish six existing buildings and construct a 162,375 sq ft 3-story building containing 133,028 sq ft of R&D space and 29,347 sq ft of light manufacturing space and a surface lot containing 75 off-street parking spaces and 5 loading spaces.
2213 Fourth St (between Allston and Bancroft) – Preview – Demolish 3 existing non-residential buildings and one existing duplex and construct 124,667 sq ft 5-story parking garage containing 415 off-street auto parking spaces and one loading space to serve uses in the vicinity of the project site.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/designreview/
Independent Redistricting Commission at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81072988964
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 810 7298 8964
AGENDA: Public Comment non-agenda items, Public Hearing 1. Discussion, Review and Direction on Draft City Council District Maps, 2. Review and Approval of Table of Contents for Final Report.
https://redistricting-commission-berkeley.hub.arcgis.com/
Friday, February 18, 2022
REDUCED SERVICE DAY
Saturday, February 19, 2022 &
Independent Redistricting Commission at 10 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87810843440
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 878 1084 3440
AGENDA: Public Hearing 1. Discussion, Review and Direction on Draft City Council District Maps, 2. Review and Approval of Table of Contents for Final Report.
https://redistricting-commission-berkeley.hub.arcgis.com/
Sunday, February 20, 2022 & Monday, February 21, 2022
Presidents’ Day Holiday Long Weekend
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CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm, February 22, 2022
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89664206619
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 896 6420 6619
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
AGENDA CONSENT: 1. Minutes, 2. Formal Bid Solicitations$234,000, 3. Contract $625,000 3/1/2022-4/30/2024 with Berkeley Youth Alternative for Proposition 64 Grant-Proposed Work and Services, 4. Amend Contract add $355,000 total $992,778 with BUSD to provide Mental Health Services in local schools thru 6/30/2022, 5. Revenue contract accept $1,000,000 from CA Dept of Health Care Services for Crisis Care Mobile Units and any resultant revenue agreements to augment Specialized Care Unit through 6/30/2025, 6. Accept $25,000 donation for Meals on Wheels, 7. Amend BMC 4.38, Supplementary Retirement and Income Plan II to Permit Participation of Berkeley Fire Fighters Assoc Local 1227 I.A.F.F., 8. Grant Application up to $600,000: Clean CA Local Grant Program for Civic Center Plaza Turtle Garden Beautification Project, Memorial Benches donation $3,400 items 9, 10, 11, 13: 9. In memory of Susan P. Kwong at Cesar Chavez Park, 10. In memory of Asia Blau Feese at Berkeley Rose Garden, 11. In memory of Anne Rogin Blau at Cesar Chavez Park, 13. In memory of Key Slay at Shorebird Park, 12. Donation $16,720 from Rorick Family Trust for Strawberry Creek Park for tree planting, 14. Three Contracts with 3-year terms totaling $4,000,000 for Plan Checking Services: Telesis Engineers $1,500,000, West Coast Code Consultants $1,500,000 and TRB and Associates $1,000,000, 15. Contract $1,260,000 including 15% - $171,525 Contingency with Cratus Inc for Storm Drain Improvements Projects at Marin, Virginia, Grizzly Peak & High Court. 16. Contract $2,590,468 including 10% - $235,497 contingency with Cratus, Inc, for Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation at various locations, 17. Contract $3,873,843 including 10% - $352,167 contingency with Cratus, Inc, for Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation at various locations on Shattuck Ave, 18. Contract $391,872 includes 10% - $35,624 contingency with Kolos Engineering, Inc for Urgent Sewer Repair FY2022 Project, 19. Contract add $1,891,415 total $8,924,872 with IPS Group, Inc for Parking Meter thru 6/30/2024, 20. Arreguin Co-sponsors Taplin, Harrison – Resolution supporting Agricultural Labor Relations Voting Choice Act, 21. Taplin - Budget Referral: 1. $200,000 for four (4) Traffic Circles at Seventh St, Ninth St, Browning St, & Bonar St, 2. $50,000 one (1) Traffic Diverter at Tenth St, 3. $500,000 for two (2) Pedestrian Hybrid Beacons at San Pablo and Sacramento, 4. $70,000 for Rapid Rectangular Flashing Beacons and median refuge island at Sixth and Channing, 22. Taplin, co-sponsors Hahn, Bartlett, Arreguin - Streamlining Toxic Remediation in Manufacturing Districts Referral to City Manager, (the dormant Pacific Steel Casting site is at the center of this), 23. Harrison - Resolution in Support of State of CA Legislature Introducing a CA Resident-Designated Support Person Act, 24 Authors - Robinson, Taplin, Kesarwani, Arreguin – Budget Referral: $350,000 for Dredging South Sailing Basin, 25. Robinson Co-sponsors Wengraf, Bartlett, Harrison - Support AB 1602 Student Revolving Loan Fund, ACTION: 26. CM - ZAB Appeal 1527 Sacramento, 27. Southside Complete Streets Project, 27. Taplin – Amend BMC Chapter 13.84 to Expand Relocation Assistance and Conflict Resolution for Tenants, 28. Resolution Adopting the Resolution of Intention of Amendment to the Miscellaneous CalPers Contract Pursuant to Californinia Gov Code 20516 to effectuate changes to the cost sharing agreement between the City and PEPRA members of SEIU, Local 1021 Maintenance and Clerical (SEIU MC), Public Employees Union Local 1, Community Services & Part-Time Recreation Leaders Associations Local 1021 (SEIU CSU/PTRLA) and Unrepresented Employees Group. INFORMATION REPORTS: 29. City Council Short Term Referral Process Quarterly Update, 30. Age-Friendly Berkeley Update, 31. LPO NOD 3125 Arch, 32. Update on the Implementation of Fair and Impartial Policing Task Force Recommendations, 33. 2021 Year End Crime and Collision Data.
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
1527 Sacramento – 2nd story addition date 2/22/2021
1643-47 California – new basement level and 2nd story date 4/26/2022
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with End of Appeal Period,
SFD = Single Family Dwelling
2427 Browning – Major residential addition over 14’ in average height 2/23/2022
1228 Carleton – Add a hot tub to the rear yard 3/4/2022
1833 Sixty-Third – 388 sq. ft. addition including extending the non-conforming rt side setback at 1st floor 191 sq. ft. addition, 197 sq ft addition above 14’ in ave. height at 2nd floor for shed dormers, add 5th bedroom at front of dwelling on 4,725 sq. ft. lot that contains 2 dwellings 2/23/2022
185 The Uplands – Demolish existing garage, add new attached garage with 2-story addition above 14’ ave. ht. and legalize existing retaining walls, fences and hedges over 6’ in height on 10,011 sq. ft. lot 2/23/2022.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
The meetings worth attention are:
Tuesday is the Council worksession at 6 pm on Homeless and Mental Health Systems and Services in Berkeley. As noted the report prepared by the city fills 16 pages. A chart listing the services, funding sources, gaps and limitations would have been more useful.
Wednesday the Berkeley Rent Board Outreach Committee at 5:15 pm will have a presentation on “the right to return” aka people qualifying for affordable housing with history of living in Berkeley given preference. The Zoning Ordinance Revision Project (ZORP) at 7 pm will be reviewing proposed standards for 2 to 4-unit buildings. Berkeley is required to add 8,934 residential units in the next 8-year housing cycle “Housing Elements.” This meeting is important. You should really look at the size of individual units proposed 1950 sq ft to 3900 sq ft. and space between buildings and lot line. The merged Parks, Recreation and Waterfront will have its first meeting at 7 pm.
Thursday the Independent Redistricting Commission at 6 pm will be taking comment on the two new maps Amber-2 and Violet to redraw council district borders. The final decision will be made on February 28. The Rent Board meets at 7 pm and will have a presentation on Race and Housing. This meeting is recorded. The Design Review Committee at 7 pm will be previewing a new R&D Project and 415 car parking lot at Bancroft and Fourth.
Saturday, February 19 at 10 am there will be a second opportunity to comment at the Independent Redistricting Commission on the Amber -2 and Violet maps.
The agenda for the City Council regular meeting on February 22 at 6 pm is available for review and comment.
Sunday, February 13, 2022 - No City meetings or events found
Monday, February 14, 2022
City Council Health, Life Enrichment, Equity & Community Committee at 10 am,
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89780196624
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 897 8019 6624
AGENDA: 1. Minutes, no action items, UNSCHEDULED: Presentation on Public Health Tobacco Prevention Program
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Health,_Life_Enrichment,_Equity___Community.aspx
Youth Commission at 5 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85925075321?
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 859 2507 5321 Passcode: 621930
AGENDA: 11. Election of new chair,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Youth_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Tuesday, February 15, 2022
City Council CLOSED Session at 4 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87687340786
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 876 8734 0786
AGENDA: 1. Existing Litigation Secure Justice v. City of Berkeley, Case # 21CV003630, 2. Conference with legal counsel – anticipated litigation pursuant to gov code section 54956.9(d)(2), 3. Conference with Labor Negotiators Employee Organizations Berkeley Fire Fighters Local 1227, Berkeley Fire Fighters Association Local 1227 I.A.F.F. / Berkeley Chief Fire Fighters Association, IBEW, Local 1245, SEIU 1021 Coummunity Services and Part-time Recreation Activity Leaders, SEIU 1021 Maintenance and Clerical, Public Employees Union Local 1, Unrepresented Employees, Berkeley Police Association.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
City Council SPECIAL Meeting at 6 pm,
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84461712280
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 844 6171 2280
AGENDA: 1. Homeless and Mental Health Systems and Services in Berkeley (16 page report contains no chart decipherable description of what services are offered by what program/agency).
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2022/02_Feb/City_Council__02-15-2022_-_Special_(WS)_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board Budget and Personnel Committee Meeting at 5:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84178974472?pwd=NnhkdFVvakJSZy84NDI0RS8zakpCUT09
Teleconference: 1-408-638-0968 Meeting ID: 841 7897 4472 Passcode: 097105
AGENDA: 5. Election of Committee Chair
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Community Environmental Advisory Commission (CEAC) at 5 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81464105089
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 814 6410 5089
AGENDA: 2. Public Comment 3-minute limit, 7. Report from Toxics Management, 9. Transition from CEAC to Environment and Climate Commission (ECC)
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Community_Environmental_Advisory_Commission/
Wednesday, February 16, 2022
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board Outreach Committee Meeting at 5:15 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81188408386?pwd=TS9tSGVXYzJWaGczcHl3OE54RmlPZz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 811 8840 8386 Passcode: 415442
AGENDA: 6. Presentation by Healthy Black Families, Inc Right to Stay-Right to Return Tenant Survey/Affordable Housing Preference Policy, Discussion and Possible Action items 7 -10. 7. Tenant Survey, 8. Fair Chance Ordinance, Eviction Moratorium, 10 COVID Impacts.
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Zoning Ordinance Revision Project (ZORP) Subcommittee at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87506470747
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 875 0647 0747
AGENDA: Objective Standards for Multi-Unit and Mixed-Use Residential Projects , receive presentation and provide feedback on proposed 2-4 unit land us and development standards in the R-1, R-1A, R-2, R-2A and MU-R zoning districts outside the Hillside Overlay.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Parks, Recreation and Waterfront Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83911723812
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 839 1172 3812
AGENDA: 3. Election, 7. Public comment, 8. Chair’s Report, 9. Director’s Report, 10. Update Changes to Measure T1 Phase 1 Project List, 11. PWR Capital Projects, 12. 2050 Revenue Measure, 13. Wind Storm Tree Damage, 14. Summer Registration dates and information, 15. Letter to state reps 2022 Budget Request from CoB related to infrastructure Improvements at the Berkeley Marina and Pier, 16. Dredging South Sailing Basin, 17. Update Budget Process, Transient Occupancy Tax to Marina Fund, Adopt-a-Spot, City Refuse Policy.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Parks,_Recreation,_and_Waterfront_Commission.aspx
Thursday, February 17, 2022
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83737919904?pwd=TlNmeTVrc0gvRFJ5ay9KQ1ZrVlg3Zz09
Teleconference: 1-408-638-0968 Meeting ID: 837 3791 9904 Passcode: 919836
AGENDA: 5. Special Presentation: “what Does Housing Have To Do With Race” by Wilhelmenia Wilson, Executive Director, Healthy Black Families, Inc, 8. a. Special Presentation on state housing legislation, b. Staff recommendations on requests for waivers of late registration penalties, 9. Appeal 2226 Durant, Unit 104.
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Design Review Committee at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84988766567
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 849 8876 6567
AGENDA: 747 (787) Bancroft Way at 4th – Preview – Demolish six existing buildings and construct a 162,375 sq ft 3-story building containing 133,028 sq ft of R&D space and 29,347 sq ft of light manufacturing space and a surface lot containing 75 off-street parking spaces and 5 loading spaces.
2213 Fourth St (between Allston and Bancroft) – Preview – Demolish 3 existing non-residential buildings and one existing duplex and construct 124,667 sq ft 5-story parking garage containing 415 off-street auto parking spaces and one loading space to serve uses in the vicinity of the project site.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/designreview/
Independent Redistricting Commission at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81072988964
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 810 7298 8964
AGENDA: Public Comment non-agenda items, Public Hearing 1. Discussion, Review and Direction on Draft City Council District Maps, 2. Review and Approval of Table of Contents for Final Report.
https://redistricting-commission-berkeley.hub.arcgis.com/
Friday, February 18, 2022
REDUCED SERVICE DAY
Saturday, February 19, 2022 &
Independent Redistricting Commission at 10 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87810843440
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 878 1084 3440
AGENDA: Public Hearing 1. Discussion, Review and Direction on Draft City Council District Maps, 2. Review and Approval of Table of Contents for Final Report.
https://redistricting-commission-berkeley.hub.arcgis.com/
Sunday, February 20, 2022 & Monday, February 21, 2022
Presidents’ Day Holiday Long Weekend
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CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm, February 22, 2022
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89664206619
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 896 6420 6619
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
AGENDA CONSENT: 1. Minutes, 2. Formal Bid Solicitations$234,000, 3. Contract $625,000 3/1/2022-4/30/2024 with Berkeley Youth Alternative for Proposition 64 Grant-Proposed Work and Services, 4. Amend Contract add $355,000 total $992,778 with BUSD to provide Mental Health Services in local schools thru 6/30/2022, 5. Revenue contract accept $1,000,000 from CA Dept of Health Care Services for Crisis Care Mobile Units and any resultant revenue agreements to augment Specialized Care Unit through 6/30/2025, 6. Accept $25,000 donation for Meals on Wheels, 7. Amend BMC 4.38, Supplementary Retirement and Income Plan II to Permit Participation of Berkeley Fire Fighters Assoc Local 1227 I.A.F.F., 8. Grant Application up to $600,000: Clean CA Local Grant Program for Civic Center Plaza Turtle Garden Beautification Project, Memorial Benches donation $3,400 items 9, 10, 11, 13: 9. In memory of Susan P. Kwong at Cesar Chavez Park, 10. In memory of Asia Blau Feese at Berkeley Rose Garden, 11. In memory of Anne Rogin Blau at Cesar Chavez Park, 13. In memory of Key Slay at Shorebird Park, 12. Donation $16,720 from Rorick Family Trust for Strawberry Creek Park for tree planting, 14. Three Contracts with 3-year terms totaling $4,000,000 for Plan Checking Services: Telesis Engineers $1,500,000, West Coast Code Consultants $1,500,000 and TRB and Associates $1,000,000, 15. Contract $1,260,000 including 15% - $171,525 Contingency with Cratus Inc for Storm Drain Improvements Projects at Marin, Virginia, Grizzly Peak & High Court. 16. Contract $2,590,468 including 10% - $235,497 contingency with Cratus, Inc, for Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation at various locations, 17. Contract $3,873,843 including 10% - $352,167 contingency with Cratus, Inc, for Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation at various locations on Shattuck Ave, 18. Contract $391,872 includes 10% - $35,624 contingency with Kolos Engineering, Inc for Urgent Sewer Repair FY2022 Project, 19. Contract add $1,891,415 total $8,924,872 with IPS Group, Inc for Parking Meter thru 6/30/2024, 20. Arreguin Co-sponsors Taplin, Harrison – Resolution supporting Agricultural Labor Relations Voting Choice Act, 21. Taplin - Budget Referral: 1. $200,000 for four (4) Traffic Circles at Seventh St, Ninth St, Browning St, & Bonar St, 2. $50,000 one (1) Traffic Diverter at Tenth St, 3. $500,000 for two (2) Pedestrian Hybrid Beacons at San Pablo and Sacramento, 4. $70,000 for Rapid Rectangular Flashing Beacons and median refuge island at Sixth and Channing, 22. Taplin, co-sponsors Hahn, Bartlett, Arreguin - Streamlining Toxic Remediation in Manufacturing Districts Referral to City Manager, (the dormant Pacific Steel Casting site is at the center of this), 23. Harrison - Resolution in Support of State of CA Legislature Introducing a CA Resident-Designated Support Person Act, 24 Authors - Robinson, Taplin, Kesarwani, Arreguin – Budget Referral: $350,000 for Dredging South Sailing Basin, 25. Robinson Co-sponsors Wengraf, Bartlett, Harrison - Support AB 1602 Student Revolving Loan Fund, ACTION: 26. CM - ZAB Appeal 1527 Sacramento, 27. Southside Complete Streets Project, 27. Taplin – Amend BMC Chapter 13.84 to Expand Relocation Assistance and Conflict Resolution for Tenants, 28. Resolution Adopting the Resolution of Intention of Amendment to the Miscellaneous CalPers Contract Pursuant to Californinia Gov Code 20516 to effectuate changes to the cost sharing agreement between the City and PEPRA members of SEIU, Local 1021 Maintenance and Clerical (SEIU MC), Public Employees Union Local 1, Community Services & Part-Time Recreation Leaders Associations Local 1021 (SEIU CSU/PTRLA) and Unrepresented Employees Group. INFORMATION REPORTS: 29. City Council Short Term Referral Process Quarterly Update, 30. Age-Friendly Berkeley Update, 31. LPO NOD 3125 Arch, 32. Update on the Implementation of Fair and Impartial Policing Task Force Recommendations, 33. 2021 Year End Crime and Collision Data.
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
1527 Sacramento – 2nd story addition date 2/22/2021
1643-47 California – new basement level and 2nd story date 4/26/2022
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with End of Appeal Period,
SFD = Single Family Dwelling
2427 Browning – Major residential addition over 14’ in average height 2/23/2022
1228 Carleton – Add a hot tub to the rear yard 3/4/2022
1833 Sixty-Third – 388 sq. ft. addition including extending the non-conforming rt side setback at 1st floor 191 sq. ft. addition, 197 sq ft addition above 14’ in ave. height at 2nd floor for shed dormers, add 5th bedroom at front of dwelling on 4,725 sq. ft. lot that contains 2 dwellings 2/23/2022
185 The Uplands – Demolish existing garage, add new attached garage with 2-story addition above 14’ ave. ht. and legalize existing retaining walls, fences and hedges over 6’ in height on 10,011 sq. ft. lot 2/23/2022.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
February 6 - February 13, 2022
Worth Noting:
The revised and new redistricting maps are to be posted Thursday, February 10, 2022. The Blue, Maroon and Orange redistricting maps were eliminated by the Independent Redistricting Commission at the last meeting. The Amber map is the basis for the new maps with revision of the border between Districts 3 and 8 in all maps.
Monday – Personnel Board meeting scheduled for only 1 hour starting at 7 pm. Peace and Justice Commission appeared on the calendar late Friday evening but without an agenda or notice on the homepage.
Tuesday – Agenda and Rule is on Tuesday at 2:30 pm not the usual Monday schedule. The Regular City Council meeting is at 6 pm.
Wednesday - A community meeting on disability access is at 6 pm. The Homeless Commission, Police Accountability Board , merged Parks Recreation and Waterfront Commission, and Planning Commission all meet at 7 pm.
Thursday – The Council Budget and Finance Committee meets at 10 am. The biennial budget process for FY 2023-2024 is starting. Reimagining Public Safety Task Force meets to review their draft report, a separate report from the consultants. Both the consultants and Task Force give March 10th as the date to present to council, however, that date is not listed in the City Council list of scheduled worksessions in the approved calendar or planned worksession in the agenda meeting packet.
Saturday – Berkeley Neighborhoods Council (BNC) meets at 10 am.
The full agendas for the council agenda committee and council regular meeting follow the list of city meetings.
Sunday, February 6, 2022 – No events or meetings found
Monday, February 7, 2022
Personnel Board at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88374176663?pwd=c3VyTkFGVURTWENVNmJHZm1CajZ5UT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 862717
AGENDA: VI. Request for extension of Temporary Office Specialist II in Parks, Recreation, and waterfront Department.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Personnel_Board_Homepage.aspx
Peace and Justice Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85997517828
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 859 9751 7828
AGENDA: meeting listed on community calendar, but not on website home page as of 11 pm 2/4/2022
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/ContentDisplay.aspx?id=13054
Tuesday, February 8, 2022
Agenda and Rules Committee at 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm,
Videoconference:
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID:
AGENDA: Public Comment, 2. Review and Approve Draft Agenda for 2/22/22 6 pm Regular City Council Meeting – full draft posted after list of meetings or use link, 3. Berkeley considers, 4. Adjournments in Memory, 5. Worksessions Schedule, 6. Referrals for Scheduling: 2. Berkeley’s 2019 Community-Wide GHG Emissions Inventory, 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review: 8. Impact of Covid-19 on meetings, 9. Analysis of return to In-person meetings, Unscheduled Items: 10. Discussion regarding design and strengthening of Policy Committee Process and Structure (including Budget referrals), 11. Strengthening and supporting City Commissions.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
City Council REGULAR Meeting, January 25 at 6 pm
Videoconference:
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID:
AGENDA: full agenda follows list of meetings or use link.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Wednesday, February 9, 2022
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board Legislation/IRA/AGA and Registration Committee at 5 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84605602189?pwd=RnJJKzAvYitxbkRaU3NDVC9wUTJ6Zz09
Teleconference: 1-408-638-0968 Meeting ID: 846 0560 2189 Passcode: 270892
AGENDA: Discussion and possible action: 6. Consider Rent Ordinance amendment eviction protections when there is an increase in tenants over base occupancy, 7. Consider remedies from keyed entries to keyless entries and tenants who are not able to use the new system, 8. Potential Ballot initiatives.
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Homeless Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/96645301465
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 966 4530 1465
AGENDA: 7. Right to Return Policy as it relates to homeless population, 8. Update on heat at Old City Hall, 9. Disability accommodations to be identified during intake process and throughout program, 10. Lack of vehicle, volunteer, community-based organization and staff access to campers at Ashby Freeway exit, 11. Staff updates: 1. Pathways/STAIR Center, 2. South Berkeley Homeless Outreach Coordinator positions, 3. Homeless Point-in-Time Count.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Homeless_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Police Accountability Board (PAB) at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82237902987
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 822 3790 2987
AGENDA: 3. Public comment on non-agenda and agenda items, 6. PAB report, 7. Chief’s report, 8. Subcommittee reports a. Fair & Impartial Policing, b. Director Search, c. Regulations, d. Mental Health Response, 9. Old Business a. Revision of Policy 425 Body Worn Cameras, b. Automated License Plate Readers (ALPRs), 10. New Business a. Consider inviting BUSD administrators address the Board regarding BUSD’s threat assessment protocols and engagement with BPD’s School resource Officer at Berkeley High in light of October 15, 2021 and January 19, 2022 incidents, b. Review Policy 351, Public Safety Fixed Video Surveillance Cameras, c. PAB Budget proposal, d. Lexipol Policies, e. Response to Chief Louis regarding drafts requested fair and impartial policing implementation, 11. Public Comment, CLOSED SESSION: Conference with Labor Negotiators Employee organization Berkeley Police Association, 13. Tentative and Final Decisions in complaints #1,2,4.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/ContentDisplay.aspx?id=162752
Planning Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81673037126
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 816 7303 7126
AGENDA: 3. Public comment non-agenda items, 4. Staff report future items, 9. Elections, 10. Housing Element Update and Draft EIR
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Parks, Recreation and Waterfront Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83911723812
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 839 1172 3812
AGENDA: 3. Election, 7. Public comment, 8. Chair’s Report, 9. Director’s Report, 10. Update Changes to Measure T1 Phase 1 Project List, 11. PWR Capital Projects, 12. 2050 Revenue Measure, 13. Wind Storm Tree Damage, 14. Summer Registration dates and information, 15. Letter to state reps 2022 Budget Request from CoB related to infrastructure Improvements at the Berkeley Marina and Pier, 16. Dredging South Sailing Basin, 17. Update Budget Process, Transient Occupancy Tax to Marina Fund, Adopt-a-Spot, City Refuse Policy.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Parks_and_Waterfront_Commission.aspx
Public Works – ADA Transition Plan Public Input Meeting at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86573536109?pwd=SnhGcElnQVNVZG1LcThqNUI3Z3daZz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 865 7353 6109 Passcode: 951915
AGENDA:
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=17713
Thursday, February 10, 2022
City Council Budget & Finance Committee at 10 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84723314668
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 847 2331 4668
AGENDA: FY 2023 & FY 2024 Biennial Budget Development Calendar, Review of Council’s Fiscal Policies.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Budget___Finance.aspx
Reimagining Public Safety Task Force at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81983354907
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 819 8335 4907
AGENDA: Feedback and Discussion on Draft 2 of the Rask Force Report Reimagining Public Safety Task Force.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/RIPST.aspx
Friday, February 11, 2022 - Lincoln’s Birthday City Holiday
Saturday, February 12, 2022
Berkeley Neighborhoods Council (BNC) at 10 am
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81913698863?pwd=NFJjWlh2aDhtSjh1eG4yQUFkMzNmQT09
Teleconference: 1-253-215-8782 Meeting ID: 819 1369 8863 Passcode: 377919
AGENDA: Not posted check later.
https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/
Sunday, February 13, 2022 - No City meetings or events found
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AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE, Tuesday, February 8, 2022 at 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm,
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81163128397
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 811 6312 8397
DRAFT AGENDA for February 22, 2022 Regular City Council Meeting
CONSENT: 1. Minutes, 2. Formal Bid Solicitations$234,000, 3. Contract $625,000 3/1/2022-4/30/2024 with Berkeley Youth Alternative for Proposition 64 Grant-Proposed Work and Services, 4. Amend Contract add $355,000 total $992,778 with BUSD to provide Mental Health Services in local schools thru 6/30/2022, 5. Revenue contract accept $1,000,000 from CA Dept of Health Care Services for Crisis Care Mobile Units and any resultant revenue agreements to augment Specialized Care Unit through 6/30/2025, 6. Accept $25,000 donation for Meals on Wheels, 7. Lease Agreement 10-yr term with 2 additional options to extend for 5 years each, with NFS Unlimited, LLC of Skates-on-the-Bay at Berkeley Waterfront, 8. Grant Application up to $600,000: Clean CA Local Grant Program for Civic Center Plaza Turtle Garden Beautification Project, Memorial Benches donation $3,400 items 9, 10, 11, 13: 9. In memory of Susan P. Kwong at Cesar Chavez Park, 10. In memory of Asia Blau Feese at Berkeley Rose Garden, 11. In memory of Anne Rogin Blau at Cesar Chavez Park, 13. In memory of Key Slay at Shorebird Park, 12. Donation $16,720 from Rorick Family Trust for Strawberry Creek Park for tree planting, 14. Three Contracts with 3-year terms totaling $4,000,000 for Plan Checking Services: Telesis Engineers $1,500,000, West Coast Code Consultants $1,500,000 and TRB and Associates $1,000,000, 15. Contract $1,260,000 including 15% - $171,525 Contingency with Cratus Inc for Storm Drain Improvements Projects at Marin, Virginia, Grizzly Peak & High Court. 16. Contract $2,590,468 including 10% - $235,497 contingency with Cratus, Inc, for Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation at various locations, 17. 16. Contract $3,873,843 including 10% - $352,167 contingency with Cratus, Inc, for Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation at various locations on Shattuck Ave, 18. Contract $391,872 includes 10% - $35,624 contingency with Kolos Engineering, Inc for Urgent Sewer Repair FY2022 Project, 19. Contract add $1,891,415 total $8,924,872 with IPS Group, Inc for Parking Meter thru 6/30/2024, 20, Kesarwani Co-sponsors Taplin, Wengraf – Budget Referral: Street Maintenance funding to direct $3 million from the general fund for each of 3 fiscal years FY2022-33, FY2023-24 and FY2024-25 to gradually enhance street paving resources, 21. Taplin - Budget Referral: 1. $200,000 for four (4) Traffic Circles at Seventh St, Ninth St, Browning St, & Bonar St, 2. $50,000 one (1) Traffic Diverter at Tenth St, 3. $500,000 for two (2) Pedestrian Hybrid Beacons at San Pablo and Sacramento, 4. $70,000 for Rapid Rectangular Flashing Beacons and median refuge island at Sixth and Channing, 22. Taplin, co-sponsors Hahn, Bartlett - Streamlining Toxic Remediation in Manufacturing Districts Referral to City Manager, (the dormant Pacific Steel Casting site is at the center of this), 23. Robinson, Co-sponsors Taplin, Kesarwani, Arreguin – Budget Referral: $350,000 for Dredging South Sailing Basin, 24. Robinson - Support AB 1602 Student Revolving Loan Fund, ACTION: 25. CM - ZAB Appeal 1527 Sacramento, 26. Southside Complete Streets Project, 27. Taplin – Amend BMC Chapter 13.84 to Expand Relocation Assistance and Conflict Resolution for Tenants, INFORMATION REPORTS: 28. City Council Short Term Referral Process Quarterly Update, 29. Age-Friendly Berkeley Update, 30. LPO NOD 3125 Arch , 31. Update on the Implementation of Fair and Impartial Policing Task Force Recommendations, 32. 2021 Year End Crime and Collision Data.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
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CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING AGENDA February 8, 2022 at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83320305084
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 833 2030 5084
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
AGENDA CONSENT: 1. 2nd reading Commission Reorganization Creating the Environment and Climate Commission, 2. 2nd reading amendments to ADU Ordinance, 3. 2nd reading Amendments to ADU ordinance to address public safety concerns (ADU ordinance for hills/fire zones 2&3), 4. 2nd reading 15 year Lease and cooperative agreement with BART for retail space/Downtown Berkeley Bike Station at Center Street Garage, 5. Resolution reviewing and ratifying the local COVID-19 Emergency, 6. Resolution to continue Legislative Bodies (boards, commissions, committees) to meet via videoconference and teleconference, 7. $4,468,611 Formal bid solicitations, 8. 4 yr Contract $2,712,145 with O2X for Public Safety Wellness Programming to provide physical and mental wellness program for Berkeley Fire & Police Departments 2/9/2022 – 2/8/2026 with option to extend for up to 6 additional years in 2 yr increments for a total of 10 years total not to exceed $7,948,612, 9. Contract $200,000 with Wildland Res Mgmt for Community Wildlife Protection Plan with option to extend for an additional 4 years in 2-year increments and total not to exceed $400,000, 10. Adopt an exception to the 180-day waiting period for hiring retired annuitant as an extra help employee, 11. Contract add $120,000 total $310,000 with Epic Recruiting to provide additional recruiting and advertising services for police and professional staff vacancies, 12. Peace and Justice Commission (P&JC) - Resolution supporting immigration reform, 13. P&JC – Resolution in Support of Justice for Haitian Refugees, 14. P&JC – Normalize Diplomatic and Economic Relations with Cuba, 15. P&JC Japanese American Day of Remembrance, 16. Harrison, co-sponsors Arreguin, Bartlett, Wengraf, Budget Referral and Resolution Establishing Process for Siting and Developing Public Electric vehicle DC Fast Charging Hubs, ACTION: 17. Berkeley’s 2019 Community-Wide Greenhouse Gas Emissions Inventory, 18. ZAB Appeal 2956 Hillegass – add 170 sq ft single family-dwelling on non-conforming 2,754 sq ft lot, INFORMATION REPORTS: 19. Update on Berkeley Redistricting Process, 20. Healthy Checkout Ordinance Protocols.
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
1527 Sacramento – 2nd story addition date 2/22/2021
2956 Hillegass - addition to nonconforming structure date 2/8/2021
1643-47 California – new basement level and 2nd story date 4/26/2022
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with End of Appeal Period,
SFD = Single Family Dwelling
2427 Browning – Major residential addition over 14’ in average height 2/23/2022
1814 Chestnut – AUP to permit expansion of garage door opening within non-conforming front yard setback 2/1/2022
2836 College – Business sign, 12’ x 1.5’ with letter 9” tall Vibrant Nails and Lshes 2/8/2022
1854 Euclid – Installation of 36” x 36” circular double sided blade sign and small amount vinyl color on door, 2/8/2022
1519 Fairview – Add new 3-story detached dwelling unit with ave ht 28’, with building separation 12’ where 16’ is required, and add more than 6 bedrooms to lot on 6750 sq ft lot with existing triplex 2/2/2022
1833 Sixty-Third – 388 sq. ft. addition including extending the non-conforming rt side setback at 1st floor 191 sq. ft. addition, 197 sq ft addition above 14’ in ave. height at 2nd floor for shed dormers, add 5th bedroom at front of dwelling on 4,725 sq. ft. lot that contains 2 dwellings 2/23/2022
185 The Uplands – Demolish existing garage, add new attached garage with 2-story addition above 14’ ave. ht. and legalize existing retaining walls, fences and hedges over 6’ in height on 10,011 sq. ft. lot 2/23/2022.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSESSIONS
February 15 – Homeless and Mental Health Services
March 15 – Housing Element Update
April 19 – Fire Department Standards of Coverage Study, BART Station Planning
June 21 – open
July 19 - open
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Alameda County LAFCO Presentation
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Civic Center – Old City Hall and Veterans Memorial Building (Tentative: Action Item)
Mid-Year Budget Report FY 2022
Worth Noting:
The revised and new redistricting maps are to be posted Thursday, February 10, 2022. The Blue, Maroon and Orange redistricting maps were eliminated by the Independent Redistricting Commission at the last meeting. The Amber map is the basis for the new maps with revision of the border between Districts 3 and 8 in all maps.
Monday – Personnel Board meeting scheduled for only 1 hour starting at 7 pm. Peace and Justice Commission appeared on the calendar late Friday evening but without an agenda or notice on the homepage.
Tuesday – Agenda and Rule is on Tuesday at 2:30 pm not the usual Monday schedule. The Regular City Council meeting is at 6 pm.
Wednesday - A community meeting on disability access is at 6 pm. The Homeless Commission, Police Accountability Board , merged Parks Recreation and Waterfront Commission, and Planning Commission all meet at 7 pm.
Thursday – The Council Budget and Finance Committee meets at 10 am. The biennial budget process for FY 2023-2024 is starting. Reimagining Public Safety Task Force meets to review their draft report, a separate report from the consultants. Both the consultants and Task Force give March 10th as the date to present to council, however, that date is not listed in the City Council list of scheduled worksessions in the approved calendar or planned worksession in the agenda meeting packet.
Saturday – Berkeley Neighborhoods Council (BNC) meets at 10 am.
The full agendas for the council agenda committee and council regular meeting follow the list of city meetings.
Sunday, February 6, 2022 – No events or meetings found
Monday, February 7, 2022
Personnel Board at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88374176663?pwd=c3VyTkFGVURTWENVNmJHZm1CajZ5UT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 862717
AGENDA: VI. Request for extension of Temporary Office Specialist II in Parks, Recreation, and waterfront Department.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Personnel_Board_Homepage.aspx
Peace and Justice Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85997517828
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 859 9751 7828
AGENDA: meeting listed on community calendar, but not on website home page as of 11 pm 2/4/2022
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/ContentDisplay.aspx?id=13054
Tuesday, February 8, 2022
Agenda and Rules Committee at 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm,
Videoconference:
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID:
AGENDA: Public Comment, 2. Review and Approve Draft Agenda for 2/22/22 6 pm Regular City Council Meeting – full draft posted after list of meetings or use link, 3. Berkeley considers, 4. Adjournments in Memory, 5. Worksessions Schedule, 6. Referrals for Scheduling: 2. Berkeley’s 2019 Community-Wide GHG Emissions Inventory, 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review: 8. Impact of Covid-19 on meetings, 9. Analysis of return to In-person meetings, Unscheduled Items: 10. Discussion regarding design and strengthening of Policy Committee Process and Structure (including Budget referrals), 11. Strengthening and supporting City Commissions.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
City Council REGULAR Meeting, January 25 at 6 pm
Videoconference:
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID:
AGENDA: full agenda follows list of meetings or use link.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Wednesday, February 9, 2022
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board Legislation/IRA/AGA and Registration Committee at 5 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84605602189?pwd=RnJJKzAvYitxbkRaU3NDVC9wUTJ6Zz09
Teleconference: 1-408-638-0968 Meeting ID: 846 0560 2189 Passcode: 270892
AGENDA: Discussion and possible action: 6. Consider Rent Ordinance amendment eviction protections when there is an increase in tenants over base occupancy, 7. Consider remedies from keyed entries to keyless entries and tenants who are not able to use the new system, 8. Potential Ballot initiatives.
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Homeless Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/96645301465
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 966 4530 1465
AGENDA: 7. Right to Return Policy as it relates to homeless population, 8. Update on heat at Old City Hall, 9. Disability accommodations to be identified during intake process and throughout program, 10. Lack of vehicle, volunteer, community-based organization and staff access to campers at Ashby Freeway exit, 11. Staff updates: 1. Pathways/STAIR Center, 2. South Berkeley Homeless Outreach Coordinator positions, 3. Homeless Point-in-Time Count.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Homeless_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Police Accountability Board (PAB) at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82237902987
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 822 3790 2987
AGENDA: 3. Public comment on non-agenda and agenda items, 6. PAB report, 7. Chief’s report, 8. Subcommittee reports a. Fair & Impartial Policing, b. Director Search, c. Regulations, d. Mental Health Response, 9. Old Business a. Revision of Policy 425 Body Worn Cameras, b. Automated License Plate Readers (ALPRs), 10. New Business a. Consider inviting BUSD administrators address the Board regarding BUSD’s threat assessment protocols and engagement with BPD’s School resource Officer at Berkeley High in light of October 15, 2021 and January 19, 2022 incidents, b. Review Policy 351, Public Safety Fixed Video Surveillance Cameras, c. PAB Budget proposal, d. Lexipol Policies, e. Response to Chief Louis regarding drafts requested fair and impartial policing implementation, 11. Public Comment, CLOSED SESSION: Conference with Labor Negotiators Employee organization Berkeley Police Association, 13. Tentative and Final Decisions in complaints #1,2,4.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/ContentDisplay.aspx?id=162752
Planning Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81673037126
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 816 7303 7126
AGENDA: 3. Public comment non-agenda items, 4. Staff report future items, 9. Elections, 10. Housing Element Update and Draft EIR
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Parks, Recreation and Waterfront Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83911723812
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 839 1172 3812
AGENDA: 3. Election, 7. Public comment, 8. Chair’s Report, 9. Director’s Report, 10. Update Changes to Measure T1 Phase 1 Project List, 11. PWR Capital Projects, 12. 2050 Revenue Measure, 13. Wind Storm Tree Damage, 14. Summer Registration dates and information, 15. Letter to state reps 2022 Budget Request from CoB related to infrastructure Improvements at the Berkeley Marina and Pier, 16. Dredging South Sailing Basin, 17. Update Budget Process, Transient Occupancy Tax to Marina Fund, Adopt-a-Spot, City Refuse Policy.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Parks_and_Waterfront_Commission.aspx
Public Works – ADA Transition Plan Public Input Meeting at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86573536109?pwd=SnhGcElnQVNVZG1LcThqNUI3Z3daZz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 865 7353 6109 Passcode: 951915
AGENDA:
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=17713
Thursday, February 10, 2022
City Council Budget & Finance Committee at 10 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84723314668
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 847 2331 4668
AGENDA: FY 2023 & FY 2024 Biennial Budget Development Calendar, Review of Council’s Fiscal Policies.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Budget___Finance.aspx
Reimagining Public Safety Task Force at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81983354907
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 819 8335 4907
AGENDA: Feedback and Discussion on Draft 2 of the Rask Force Report Reimagining Public Safety Task Force.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/RIPST.aspx
Friday, February 11, 2022 - Lincoln’s Birthday City Holiday
Saturday, February 12, 2022
Berkeley Neighborhoods Council (BNC) at 10 am
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81913698863?pwd=NFJjWlh2aDhtSjh1eG4yQUFkMzNmQT09
Teleconference: 1-253-215-8782 Meeting ID: 819 1369 8863 Passcode: 377919
AGENDA: Not posted check later.
https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/
Sunday, February 13, 2022 - No City meetings or events found
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AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE, Tuesday, February 8, 2022 at 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm,
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81163128397
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 811 6312 8397
DRAFT AGENDA for February 22, 2022 Regular City Council Meeting
CONSENT: 1. Minutes, 2. Formal Bid Solicitations$234,000, 3. Contract $625,000 3/1/2022-4/30/2024 with Berkeley Youth Alternative for Proposition 64 Grant-Proposed Work and Services, 4. Amend Contract add $355,000 total $992,778 with BUSD to provide Mental Health Services in local schools thru 6/30/2022, 5. Revenue contract accept $1,000,000 from CA Dept of Health Care Services for Crisis Care Mobile Units and any resultant revenue agreements to augment Specialized Care Unit through 6/30/2025, 6. Accept $25,000 donation for Meals on Wheels, 7. Lease Agreement 10-yr term with 2 additional options to extend for 5 years each, with NFS Unlimited, LLC of Skates-on-the-Bay at Berkeley Waterfront, 8. Grant Application up to $600,000: Clean CA Local Grant Program for Civic Center Plaza Turtle Garden Beautification Project, Memorial Benches donation $3,400 items 9, 10, 11, 13: 9. In memory of Susan P. Kwong at Cesar Chavez Park, 10. In memory of Asia Blau Feese at Berkeley Rose Garden, 11. In memory of Anne Rogin Blau at Cesar Chavez Park, 13. In memory of Key Slay at Shorebird Park, 12. Donation $16,720 from Rorick Family Trust for Strawberry Creek Park for tree planting, 14. Three Contracts with 3-year terms totaling $4,000,000 for Plan Checking Services: Telesis Engineers $1,500,000, West Coast Code Consultants $1,500,000 and TRB and Associates $1,000,000, 15. Contract $1,260,000 including 15% - $171,525 Contingency with Cratus Inc for Storm Drain Improvements Projects at Marin, Virginia, Grizzly Peak & High Court. 16. Contract $2,590,468 including 10% - $235,497 contingency with Cratus, Inc, for Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation at various locations, 17. 16. Contract $3,873,843 including 10% - $352,167 contingency with Cratus, Inc, for Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation at various locations on Shattuck Ave, 18. Contract $391,872 includes 10% - $35,624 contingency with Kolos Engineering, Inc for Urgent Sewer Repair FY2022 Project, 19. Contract add $1,891,415 total $8,924,872 with IPS Group, Inc for Parking Meter thru 6/30/2024, 20, Kesarwani Co-sponsors Taplin, Wengraf – Budget Referral: Street Maintenance funding to direct $3 million from the general fund for each of 3 fiscal years FY2022-33, FY2023-24 and FY2024-25 to gradually enhance street paving resources, 21. Taplin - Budget Referral: 1. $200,000 for four (4) Traffic Circles at Seventh St, Ninth St, Browning St, & Bonar St, 2. $50,000 one (1) Traffic Diverter at Tenth St, 3. $500,000 for two (2) Pedestrian Hybrid Beacons at San Pablo and Sacramento, 4. $70,000 for Rapid Rectangular Flashing Beacons and median refuge island at Sixth and Channing, 22. Taplin, co-sponsors Hahn, Bartlett - Streamlining Toxic Remediation in Manufacturing Districts Referral to City Manager, (the dormant Pacific Steel Casting site is at the center of this), 23. Robinson, Co-sponsors Taplin, Kesarwani, Arreguin – Budget Referral: $350,000 for Dredging South Sailing Basin, 24. Robinson - Support AB 1602 Student Revolving Loan Fund, ACTION: 25. CM - ZAB Appeal 1527 Sacramento, 26. Southside Complete Streets Project, 27. Taplin – Amend BMC Chapter 13.84 to Expand Relocation Assistance and Conflict Resolution for Tenants, INFORMATION REPORTS: 28. City Council Short Term Referral Process Quarterly Update, 29. Age-Friendly Berkeley Update, 30. LPO NOD 3125 Arch , 31. Update on the Implementation of Fair and Impartial Policing Task Force Recommendations, 32. 2021 Year End Crime and Collision Data.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
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CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING AGENDA February 8, 2022 at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83320305084
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 833 2030 5084
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
AGENDA CONSENT: 1. 2nd reading Commission Reorganization Creating the Environment and Climate Commission, 2. 2nd reading amendments to ADU Ordinance, 3. 2nd reading Amendments to ADU ordinance to address public safety concerns (ADU ordinance for hills/fire zones 2&3), 4. 2nd reading 15 year Lease and cooperative agreement with BART for retail space/Downtown Berkeley Bike Station at Center Street Garage, 5. Resolution reviewing and ratifying the local COVID-19 Emergency, 6. Resolution to continue Legislative Bodies (boards, commissions, committees) to meet via videoconference and teleconference, 7. $4,468,611 Formal bid solicitations, 8. 4 yr Contract $2,712,145 with O2X for Public Safety Wellness Programming to provide physical and mental wellness program for Berkeley Fire & Police Departments 2/9/2022 – 2/8/2026 with option to extend for up to 6 additional years in 2 yr increments for a total of 10 years total not to exceed $7,948,612, 9. Contract $200,000 with Wildland Res Mgmt for Community Wildlife Protection Plan with option to extend for an additional 4 years in 2-year increments and total not to exceed $400,000, 10. Adopt an exception to the 180-day waiting period for hiring retired annuitant as an extra help employee, 11. Contract add $120,000 total $310,000 with Epic Recruiting to provide additional recruiting and advertising services for police and professional staff vacancies, 12. Peace and Justice Commission (P&JC) - Resolution supporting immigration reform, 13. P&JC – Resolution in Support of Justice for Haitian Refugees, 14. P&JC – Normalize Diplomatic and Economic Relations with Cuba, 15. P&JC Japanese American Day of Remembrance, 16. Harrison, co-sponsors Arreguin, Bartlett, Wengraf, Budget Referral and Resolution Establishing Process for Siting and Developing Public Electric vehicle DC Fast Charging Hubs, ACTION: 17. Berkeley’s 2019 Community-Wide Greenhouse Gas Emissions Inventory, 18. ZAB Appeal 2956 Hillegass – add 170 sq ft single family-dwelling on non-conforming 2,754 sq ft lot, INFORMATION REPORTS: 19. Update on Berkeley Redistricting Process, 20. Healthy Checkout Ordinance Protocols.
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
1527 Sacramento – 2nd story addition date 2/22/2021
2956 Hillegass - addition to nonconforming structure date 2/8/2021
1643-47 California – new basement level and 2nd story date 4/26/2022
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with End of Appeal Period,
SFD = Single Family Dwelling
2427 Browning – Major residential addition over 14’ in average height 2/23/2022
1814 Chestnut – AUP to permit expansion of garage door opening within non-conforming front yard setback 2/1/2022
2836 College – Business sign, 12’ x 1.5’ with letter 9” tall Vibrant Nails and Lshes 2/8/2022
1854 Euclid – Installation of 36” x 36” circular double sided blade sign and small amount vinyl color on door, 2/8/2022
1519 Fairview – Add new 3-story detached dwelling unit with ave ht 28’, with building separation 12’ where 16’ is required, and add more than 6 bedrooms to lot on 6750 sq ft lot with existing triplex 2/2/2022
1833 Sixty-Third – 388 sq. ft. addition including extending the non-conforming rt side setback at 1st floor 191 sq. ft. addition, 197 sq ft addition above 14’ in ave. height at 2nd floor for shed dormers, add 5th bedroom at front of dwelling on 4,725 sq. ft. lot that contains 2 dwellings 2/23/2022
185 The Uplands – Demolish existing garage, add new attached garage with 2-story addition above 14’ ave. ht. and legalize existing retaining walls, fences and hedges over 6’ in height on 10,011 sq. ft. lot 2/23/2022.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSESSIONS
February 15 – Homeless and Mental Health Services
March 15 – Housing Element Update
April 19 – Fire Department Standards of Coverage Study, BART Station Planning
June 21 – open
July 19 - open
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Alameda County LAFCO Presentation
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Civic Center – Old City Hall and Veterans Memorial Building (Tentative: Action Item)
Mid-Year Budget Report FY 2022
January 30 - February 6, 2022
Worth Noting:
Very light week ahead – Chinese New Year is Tuesday, February 1st and given as the reason for not scheduling any “council” or council policy committee meetings all week.
Wednesday - The Board of Library Trustees meets at 6:30 pm and the Homeless Panel of Experts meets at 7 pm. The packet for the Homeless Panel of Experts is worth a quick look. The Disability Commission is listed in the City Community calendar, but no agenda is posted on the webpage.
Thursday - The last Community meeting sponsored by the National Institute of Criminal Justice Reform (NICJR) on Reimagining Public Safety is Thursday at 6 pm. The Housing Advisory Commission and Landmarks Preservation Commission meet at 7 pm.
Residential Walking Tour Surveys end Monday January 31. This weekend is your last opportunity to comment on six multi-unit buildings in the Downtown and 12 multi-unit buildings in West Berkeley Downtown Berkeley Tour Booklet | Online Survey West Berkeley Tour Booklet | Online Survey
(thank you Igor Tregub for reminder)
The City Council Regular meeting agenda February 8, 2022 is available for comment. The full agenda follows the list of city meetings.
Sunday, January 30, 2022
Berkeley Equity Summit Series #7 at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://bit.ly/3znCbZl
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 838 7675 7317 Passcode: 341906
AGENDA: Right to Return, Reparations, join the conversation, event is BIPOC led and organized.
Monday, January 31, 2022 & Tuesday February 1, 2022 -No city meetings found
Wednesday, February 2, 2022
Board of Library Trustees at 6:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86042306505
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID:
AGENDA: Action III.A. Discontinue Use of Unique Management Services (Collection Agency), B. 2022 Priority Setting, C. Advance salary study.
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
Homeless Service Panel of Experts at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/92491365323
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 924 9136 5323
AGENDA: 6. Presentation on crisis stabilization program model in Bend, Oregon with Q&A and commission discussion, 7. Presentation on family homelessness with Q&A and commission discussion, 8. Staff presentation of all streams of City funding allocated for services, across division, provided to homeless population, 9. Staff update on homeless Point-in-Time Count.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Homeless_Services_Panel_of_Experts.aspx
Commission on Disability at 6:00 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81398518395?pwd=TnBwK0FhempsWURTT2pQYTlTYmdEZz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 813 9851 8395 Passcode: 112370
AGENDA: no meeting notice or agenda posted on commission homepage, listed in community calendar
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Disability_Homepage.aspx
Thursday, February 3, 2022
Housing Advisory Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89379728829
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 893 7972 8829
AGENDA: 3. Public Comment, 6. Presentation on a Housing Preference Policy for leasing new affordable housing units.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Housing_Advisory_Commission/
Landmarks Preservation Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81669199336
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 816 6919 9336
AGENDA: 5. 2328 Channing Way – Structural Alteration Permit for Luttrell House
6. 2524 Piedmont – Request to grant designation – Wurts-Lenfest House
7. 130 Berkeley Square – Demolition referral for Southern Pacifi Downtown Station
8. 134 Berkeley Square – Demolition referral for Southern Pacific Office
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/landmarkspreservationcommission/
Berkeley Reimagining Public Safety Community Meeting at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84016485564?pwd=MVl1RiszTHpYY1J2VnFEMVFET0dJQT09
Teleconference: try 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 840 1648 5564
AGENDA: North, UC Campus, Southeast-Districts 5,6,7,8, Last National Institute for Criminal Justice Reform Community meeting in case you missed the one for your neighborhood.
https://berkeley-rps.org/
WETA – Water Emergency Transportation Authority at 1 pm
Hybrid: In-Person 670 W Hornet Ave, Alameda, 94501 and Virtual Options
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89718217408
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 897 1821 7408 Passcode: 33779
AGENDA: 5. Reports a. State of SF Bay Ferry Project, COVID Service Impacts, 8. Public Outreach to extend Fiscal Year 2022 Pandemic Recovery Program.
https://weta.sanfranciscobayferry.com/next-board-meeting
Friday, February 4, 2022 & Saturday, February 5, 2022 & Sunday, February 6, 2022
No City meetings or events found
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CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING AGENDA February 8, 2022
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83320305084
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 833 2030 5084
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
AGENDA CONSENT: 1. 2nd reading Commission Reorganization Creating the Environment and Climate Commission, 2. 2nd reading amendments to ADU Ordinance, 3. 2nd reading Amendments to ADU ordinance to address public safety concerns (ADU ordinance for hills/fire zones 2&3), 4. 2nd reading 15 year Lease and cooperative agreement with BART for retail space/Downtown Berkeley Bike Station at Center Street Garage, 5. Resolution reviewing and ratifying the local COVID-19 Emergency, 6. Resolution to continue Legislative Bodies (boards, commissions, committees) to meet via videoconference and teleconference, 7. $4,468,611 Formal bid solicitations, 8. 4 yr Contract $2,712,145 with O2X for Public Safety Wellness Programming to provide physical and mental wellness program for Berkeley Fire & Police Departments 2/9/2022 – 2/8/2026 with option to extend for up to 6 additional years in 2 yr increments for a total of 10 years total not to exceed $7,948,612, 9. Contract $200,000 with Wildland Res Mgmt for Community Wildlife Protection Plan with option to extend for an additional 4 years in 2-year increments and total not to exceed $400,000, 10. Adopt an exception to the 180-day waiting period for hiring retired annuitant as an extra help employee, 11. Contract add $120,000 total $310,000 with Epic Recruiting to provide additional recruiting and advertising services for police and professional staff vacancies, 12. Peace and Justice Commission (P&JC) - Resolution supporting immigration reform, 13. P&JC – Resolution in Support of Justice for Haitian Refugees, 14. P&JC – Normalize Diplomatic and Economic Relations with Cuba, 15. P&JC Japanese American Day of Remembrance, 16. Harrison, co-sponsors Arreguin, Bartlett, Wengraf, Budget Referral and Resolution Establishing Process for Siting and Developing Public Electric vehicle DC Fast Charging Hubs, ACTION: Berkeley’s 2019 Community-Wide Greenhouse Gas Emissions Inventory, ZAB Appeal 2956 Hillegass – add 170 sq ft single family-dwelling on non-conforming 2,754 sq ft lot, INFORMATION REPORTS: 16. Update on Berkeley Redistricting Process, 17. Healthy Checkout Ordinance Protocols.
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
1527 Sacramento – 2nd story addition date 2/22/2021
2956 Hillegass - addition to nonconforming structure date 2/8/2021
1643-47 California – new basement level and 2nd story date TBD
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with End of Appeal Period,
SFD = Single Family Dwelling
1814 Chestnut – AUP to permit expansion of garage door opening within non-conforming front yard setback 2/1/2022
2836 College – Business sign, 12’ x 1.5’ with letter 9” tall Vibrant Nails and Lshes 2/8/2022
1854 Euclid – Installation of 36” x 36” circular double sided blade sign and small amount vinyl color on door, 2/8/2022
1519 Fairview – Add new 3-story detached dwelling unit with ave ht 28’, with building separation 12’ where 16’ is required, and add more than 6 bedrooms to lot on 6750 sq ft lot with existing triplex 2/2/2022
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSESSIONS
February 15 – Homeless and Mental Health Services
March 15 – Housing Element Update
April 19 – Fire Department Standards of Coverage Study, BART Station Planning
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Alameda County LAFCO Presentation
BART Development (January or February)
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Civic Center – Old City Hall and Veterans Memorial Building (Tentative: Action Item)
Mid-Year Budget Report FY 2022
Worth Noting:
Very light week ahead – Chinese New Year is Tuesday, February 1st and given as the reason for not scheduling any “council” or council policy committee meetings all week.
Wednesday - The Board of Library Trustees meets at 6:30 pm and the Homeless Panel of Experts meets at 7 pm. The packet for the Homeless Panel of Experts is worth a quick look. The Disability Commission is listed in the City Community calendar, but no agenda is posted on the webpage.
Thursday - The last Community meeting sponsored by the National Institute of Criminal Justice Reform (NICJR) on Reimagining Public Safety is Thursday at 6 pm. The Housing Advisory Commission and Landmarks Preservation Commission meet at 7 pm.
Residential Walking Tour Surveys end Monday January 31. This weekend is your last opportunity to comment on six multi-unit buildings in the Downtown and 12 multi-unit buildings in West Berkeley Downtown Berkeley Tour Booklet | Online Survey West Berkeley Tour Booklet | Online Survey
(thank you Igor Tregub for reminder)
The City Council Regular meeting agenda February 8, 2022 is available for comment. The full agenda follows the list of city meetings.
Sunday, January 30, 2022
Berkeley Equity Summit Series #7 at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://bit.ly/3znCbZl
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 838 7675 7317 Passcode: 341906
AGENDA: Right to Return, Reparations, join the conversation, event is BIPOC led and organized.
Monday, January 31, 2022 & Tuesday February 1, 2022 -No city meetings found
Wednesday, February 2, 2022
Board of Library Trustees at 6:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86042306505
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID:
AGENDA: Action III.A. Discontinue Use of Unique Management Services (Collection Agency), B. 2022 Priority Setting, C. Advance salary study.
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
Homeless Service Panel of Experts at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/92491365323
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 924 9136 5323
AGENDA: 6. Presentation on crisis stabilization program model in Bend, Oregon with Q&A and commission discussion, 7. Presentation on family homelessness with Q&A and commission discussion, 8. Staff presentation of all streams of City funding allocated for services, across division, provided to homeless population, 9. Staff update on homeless Point-in-Time Count.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Homeless_Services_Panel_of_Experts.aspx
Commission on Disability at 6:00 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81398518395?pwd=TnBwK0FhempsWURTT2pQYTlTYmdEZz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 813 9851 8395 Passcode: 112370
AGENDA: no meeting notice or agenda posted on commission homepage, listed in community calendar
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Disability_Homepage.aspx
Thursday, February 3, 2022
Housing Advisory Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89379728829
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 893 7972 8829
AGENDA: 3. Public Comment, 6. Presentation on a Housing Preference Policy for leasing new affordable housing units.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Housing_Advisory_Commission/
Landmarks Preservation Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81669199336
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 816 6919 9336
AGENDA: 5. 2328 Channing Way – Structural Alteration Permit for Luttrell House
6. 2524 Piedmont – Request to grant designation – Wurts-Lenfest House
7. 130 Berkeley Square – Demolition referral for Southern Pacifi Downtown Station
8. 134 Berkeley Square – Demolition referral for Southern Pacific Office
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/landmarkspreservationcommission/
Berkeley Reimagining Public Safety Community Meeting at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84016485564?pwd=MVl1RiszTHpYY1J2VnFEMVFET0dJQT09
Teleconference: try 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 840 1648 5564
AGENDA: North, UC Campus, Southeast-Districts 5,6,7,8, Last National Institute for Criminal Justice Reform Community meeting in case you missed the one for your neighborhood.
https://berkeley-rps.org/
WETA – Water Emergency Transportation Authority at 1 pm
Hybrid: In-Person 670 W Hornet Ave, Alameda, 94501 and Virtual Options
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89718217408
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 897 1821 7408 Passcode: 33779
AGENDA: 5. Reports a. State of SF Bay Ferry Project, COVID Service Impacts, 8. Public Outreach to extend Fiscal Year 2022 Pandemic Recovery Program.
https://weta.sanfranciscobayferry.com/next-board-meeting
Friday, February 4, 2022 & Saturday, February 5, 2022 & Sunday, February 6, 2022
No City meetings or events found
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CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING AGENDA February 8, 2022
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83320305084
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 833 2030 5084
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
AGENDA CONSENT: 1. 2nd reading Commission Reorganization Creating the Environment and Climate Commission, 2. 2nd reading amendments to ADU Ordinance, 3. 2nd reading Amendments to ADU ordinance to address public safety concerns (ADU ordinance for hills/fire zones 2&3), 4. 2nd reading 15 year Lease and cooperative agreement with BART for retail space/Downtown Berkeley Bike Station at Center Street Garage, 5. Resolution reviewing and ratifying the local COVID-19 Emergency, 6. Resolution to continue Legislative Bodies (boards, commissions, committees) to meet via videoconference and teleconference, 7. $4,468,611 Formal bid solicitations, 8. 4 yr Contract $2,712,145 with O2X for Public Safety Wellness Programming to provide physical and mental wellness program for Berkeley Fire & Police Departments 2/9/2022 – 2/8/2026 with option to extend for up to 6 additional years in 2 yr increments for a total of 10 years total not to exceed $7,948,612, 9. Contract $200,000 with Wildland Res Mgmt for Community Wildlife Protection Plan with option to extend for an additional 4 years in 2-year increments and total not to exceed $400,000, 10. Adopt an exception to the 180-day waiting period for hiring retired annuitant as an extra help employee, 11. Contract add $120,000 total $310,000 with Epic Recruiting to provide additional recruiting and advertising services for police and professional staff vacancies, 12. Peace and Justice Commission (P&JC) - Resolution supporting immigration reform, 13. P&JC – Resolution in Support of Justice for Haitian Refugees, 14. P&JC – Normalize Diplomatic and Economic Relations with Cuba, 15. P&JC Japanese American Day of Remembrance, 16. Harrison, co-sponsors Arreguin, Bartlett, Wengraf, Budget Referral and Resolution Establishing Process for Siting and Developing Public Electric vehicle DC Fast Charging Hubs, ACTION: Berkeley’s 2019 Community-Wide Greenhouse Gas Emissions Inventory, ZAB Appeal 2956 Hillegass – add 170 sq ft single family-dwelling on non-conforming 2,754 sq ft lot, INFORMATION REPORTS: 16. Update on Berkeley Redistricting Process, 17. Healthy Checkout Ordinance Protocols.
++++++++++++++
Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
1527 Sacramento – 2nd story addition date 2/22/2021
2956 Hillegass - addition to nonconforming structure date 2/8/2021
1643-47 California – new basement level and 2nd story date TBD
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with End of Appeal Period,
SFD = Single Family Dwelling
1814 Chestnut – AUP to permit expansion of garage door opening within non-conforming front yard setback 2/1/2022
2836 College – Business sign, 12’ x 1.5’ with letter 9” tall Vibrant Nails and Lshes 2/8/2022
1854 Euclid – Installation of 36” x 36” circular double sided blade sign and small amount vinyl color on door, 2/8/2022
1519 Fairview – Add new 3-story detached dwelling unit with ave ht 28’, with building separation 12’ where 16’ is required, and add more than 6 bedrooms to lot on 6750 sq ft lot with existing triplex 2/2/2022
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSESSIONS
February 15 – Homeless and Mental Health Services
March 15 – Housing Element Update
April 19 – Fire Department Standards of Coverage Study, BART Station Planning
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Alameda County LAFCO Presentation
BART Development (January or February)
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Civic Center – Old City Hall and Veterans Memorial Building (Tentative: Action Item)
Mid-Year Budget Report FY 2022
January 23 - January 30, 2022
Worth Noting:
There is so much this coming week – only the items picked as the most important are listed in the introduction.
Monday
Sunday, January 23, 2022 No City meetings or events found
Monday, January 24, 2022
Community for a Cultural Civic Center (CCCC) at 12:15 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88153954875?pwd=WGxqRndONmE1N0FCOTdMd2FBMHhhUT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 881 5395 4875 Passcode: 487241
Agenda: available at meeting
Agenda and Rules Committee at 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81774958455
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 817 7495 8455
AGENDA: Public Comment, 2. Review and Approve Draft Agenda for 2/8/22 6 pm Regular City Council Meeting – full draft posted after list of meetings or use email, 3. Berkeley considers, 4. Adjournments in Memory, 5. Worksessions Schedule, 6. Referrals for Scheduling: 2. Berkeley’s 2019 Community-Wide GHG Emissions Inventory, 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review: 8. Impact of Covid-19 on meetings, 9. Analysis of return to In-person meetings, Unscheduled Items: 10. Discussion regarding design and strengthening of Policy Committee Process and Structure (including Budget referrals), 11. Strengthening and supporting City Commissions.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
Redistricting Open House at 5 – 7 pm
In-person at South Berkeley Senior Center, 2939 Ellis
Announcement: https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=17737
See draft maps at https://redistricting-commission-berkeley.hub.arcgis.com/
Can’t attend: Send comments by email to [email protected]
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board Ad Hoc Committee on RSB Technology Issues at 5 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89892719793?pwd=M1ZERDZVWG5TbElMcWxHRnQ3S056Zz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 898 9271 9793 Passcode: 152449
AGENDA: 5. Policies related to email accounts and email reviews/forwarding process, 6. Possible action on Board’s Paperless Agenda Program.
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Zero Waste Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/s/82587046286
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 825 8704 6286
AGENDA: Staff Updates: SB 1383, Textile Recycling, Single-Use Foodware Ordinance, Plastic Bag Ordinance referral, Mattress recycling pilot program.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Zero_Waste_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Reimagining Public Safety Task Force at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81983354907
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 819 8335 4907
AGENDA: Response to recommendations discussion (response for discussion is 4 pages)
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/RIPST.aspx
Tuesday, January 25, 2022
City Council CLOSED SESSION Meeting at 4 pm,
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81790986638
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 817 9098 6638
AGENDA: CONSENT: 1. Pending Litigation - Workers Comp Appeals Board ADJ9784647, ADJ11090574, ADJ11090538, ADJ9768319, ADJ9768337, 2. Conference with labor negotiators – Employee Organizations Berkeley Firefighters Local 1227, Berkeley Fire Fighters Association, local 1227 I.A.F.F. / Berkeley Chief Fire Officers Association, IBEW, Local 1245, SEIU 1021 Community services and Part-Time Recreation activity Leaders, SEIU 1021 Maintenance and Clerical, Public Employees Union Local 1, Unrepresented Employees, Berkeley Police Association.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
City Council REGULAR Meeting, January 25 at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84056667405
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 848 8876 5689
AGENDA: full agenda follows list of meetings or use link.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Wednesday, January 26, 2022
Disaster and Fire Safety Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88489062927
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 8848906 2927
AGENDA: 1. a. FF report, b. GG Budget, c. Overall call metrics, Special Reports CWPP Score, Public Works red curbs/signs, Vegetation management, Discussion Items: 3. Defensible space, 4. Eucalyptus trees removal and suppression, 5. FF funds for vegetation clearance, on private land,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Disaster_and_Fire_Safety_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Energy Commission at 5 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84961235233
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 849 6123 5233
AGENDA: 6. Update Office of Energy and Sustainability on climate equity, CAP Inventory Council Workshop Feb 8, Electric mobility roadmap, EBCE Bright Choice, R100 update, 7. Commission consolidation,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Energy_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Police Accountability Board at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82237902987
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 822 3790 2987
AGENDA: 3. Public comment on non-agenda and agenda items, 9. B. Revision Policy 425 Body Worn Cameras to broaden access by PAB, c. Update 10/15/2021 incident involving a gun at BHS . d. Vaccination status of BPD, e. PAB Standing Rules, f. ALPR, g. Consider opening a policy review authorizing paramedics to inject suspect with a substance (possibly a sedative), 10. a. Decide whether to initiate an investigation into death of a man released from police scustody on or about 1/9/2022.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/ContentDisplay.aspx?id=162752
Thursday, January 27, 2022
City Council Budget & Finance Committee at 10 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87553461608
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 875 5346 1608
AGENDA: 2. Police Overtime (CFS = calls for service in fixed camera chart), 3. FY 2023 & FY 2024 Budget Development Calendar, 4. FY 2021 4th Quarter Investment report ended 6/30/2021
City Council Meeting, at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86896416355
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 868 9641 6355
AGENDA: Tenant Opportunity to Purchase Act, Adding B.M.C. Chapter 13.89
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Independent Redistricting Commission at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82263782343
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 822 6378 2343
AGENDA: 2. Discussion, Review and direction on Draft City Council District Maps – draft maps (4) are included in the meeting agenda, 3. Review and Approval of Table of Contents for Final Report
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/redistricting/
Loan Administration Board at 12 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83040919942?pwd=RTdrQVVESlRsOTVDNTNRNE5JNE96QT09
Teleconference: 1-6669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 830 4091 9942
AGENDA: B. Program Review i. State of Revolving Loan Fund i. 8 active loans for $820,000, b. $210,896 available to loan, ii. State of COVID-19 Resiliency Loan Program a. 11 active loans for $520,000, b. $294,000 available, C. Action Items Annual update from existing loans, CA Jazz Conservancy, Cupcakin Bakery, East Bay Media Center, Kidventurez, Kitchen on Fire, Minuteman Press, Nabolom Bakery & Pizzeria, Slingfin.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Loan_Admin_Board.aspx
Mental Health Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83719253558
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 837 1925 3558
AGENDA: 3. Reasonable Accommodation & Disability Update, 4. Mental Health Manager’s Report c. Caseload Statistics, d. SCU Final Recommendations, 5. SCU update & Discussion and CalAIM Implementation Plan, 6. MHSA Public Hearing on Homeless Wellness Encampment Project, 7. Interview and vote on nomination of Judith Appel on Mental Health Commission, 8. Santa Rita Jail Subcommittee report, 10, Re-imagining Public safety Task Force Update. (packet 104 pages)
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Mental_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Housing Element Update – Public Workshop #2 at 6 pm
Registration link: https://bit.ly/BerkeleyHousing
AGENDA: Flyer and Residential Walking Tour Surveys
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/uploadedFiles/Planning_and_Development/Level_3_-_Commissions/Commission_for_Planning/2022-01-06_HE_Workshop%202%20Flyer_English.pdf
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/housingelement/
Southside Complete Streets Online Open House at 6 – 8 pm
Go to website to RSVP and receive links
https://berkeleysouthsidecompletestreets.org/
Wellstone January General Meeting at 6:15 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82263782343
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81935736898?pwd=SlZNZDl6dUNsK1hpZEIwSmhBNDdQQT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 819 3573 6898 Passcode: 818706
AGENDA: Barbara Lee will be joining meeting from 6:30 – 7 pm
Friday, January 28, 2022
City / UC / Student Relations Committee at 12 – 2 pm,
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83409506029
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 834 0950 6029
AGENDA: not posted check after Tuesday
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Loan_Admin_Board.aspx
Saturday, January 29, 2022 No City meetings or events found
Sunday, January 30, 2022
Berkeley Equity Summit Series #7 at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://bit.ly/3znCbZl
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 838 7675 7317 Passcode: 341906
AGENDA: Right to Return, Reparations, join the conversation, event is BIPOC led and organized.
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Agenda and Rules Committee at 2:30 pm CITY COUNCIL DRAFT AGENDA February 8, 2022
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81774958455
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 817 7495 8455
AGENDA CONSENT: 1. 2nd reading Commission Reorganization Creating the Environment and Climate Commission, 2. 2nd reading amendments to ADU Ordinance, 3. Resolution reviewing and ratifying the local COVID-19 Emergency, 4. Resolution making required findings to continue legislative bodies (boards and commissions) vid videoconference and teleconference, 5. $4,468,611 Formal bid solicitations, 6. 4 yr Contract $2,712,145 with O2X for Public Safety Wellness Programming to provide physical and mental wellness program for Berkeley Fire & Police Departments 2/9/2022 – 2/8/2026 with option to extend for up to 6 additional years in 2 yr increments for a total of 10 years total not to exceed $7,948,612, 7. Contract $200,000 with Wildland Res Mgmt for Community Wildlife Protection Plan with option to extend for an additional 4 years in 2-year increments and total not to exceed $400,000, 8. Adopt an exception to the 180-day waiting period for hiring retired annuitant as an extra help employee, 9. Contract add $120,000 total $310,000 with Epic Recruiting to provide additional recruiting and advertising services for police and professional staff vacancies, 10. Peace and Justice Commission (P&JC) - Resolution supporting immigration reform, 11. P&JC – Resolution in Support of Justice for Haitian Refugees, 12. P&JC – Normalize Diplomatic and Economic Relations with Cuba, 13. P&JC Japanese American Day of Remembrance, 14. Budget Referral and Resolution Establishing Process for Siting and Developing Public Electric vehicle DC Fast Charging Hubs, ACTION: ZAB Appeal 2956 Hillegass – add 170 sq ft single family-dwelling on non-conforming 2,754 sq ft lot, INFORMATION REPORTS: 16. Update Redistricting Process, 17. Healthy Checkout Ordinance Protocols.
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City Council Regular meeting, January 25 at 6 pm FULL AGENDA
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84888765689
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 848 8876 5689
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
AGENDA CONSENT: 1. Minutes for approval, 2. Revenue Contract $90,999.50 from Sierra Health Foundation for IT equipment, telehealth licenses and PPE, 3. Fee assessment State of CA Self-Insurance Fund (Worker’s Comp) $268,093.55 for FY 2022, 4. Grant Application: Land and Water Conservation Fund – Grove Park Renovation Project total project cost $2,400,000, 5. Contract add $250,000 total $500,000 and to remove the $50,000 annual limit with DC Electric Group, Inc. for On-call electronic traffic calming devices maintenance project, 6. Contract $1,780,859 which includes 10% contingency of $161,896 with Glosage Engineering, In for Sanitary sewer Rehabilitation at various locations, 7. Lease 1. Ordinance authorizing CM to execute lease agreement with BART for retail space at Center Street Garage for 15 year lease 2/1/2021-1/31/2036 and 2. $225,000 lease 3-year term 7/1/2020 – 6/30/2023 with BART for operation of Downtown Berkeley Bike Station in Center Street Garage, 8. Arreguin, co-sponsor Bartlett - Resolution requesting State Cannabis Cultivation Tax Reform, 9. 2022 Council seating arrangement, 10. Arreguin – 2022 appointments of councilmembers to committees, regional bodies and commissions, 11. Hahn, co-sponsors Taplin, Harrison, Wengraf – Referring the Civic arts Commission’s affordable housing for artists in Berkeley Report and other Artist Live, Work and Live-Work opportunities to the Housing Element Update, ACTION: 12. Resolution accepting the Surveillance Technology Report for Automatic License Plate Readers, GPS Trackers, Body Worn Cameras and the Street Level Imagery Project, A. Street Maintenance and Rehabilitation Policy and 5-year Paving Plan – a. City Manager recommendation, b. Public Works Commission recommendation, c. Facilities, Infrastructure, Transportation, Environment & Sustainability Committee recommendation, B. Amendments to ADU Ordinance to address public safety concerns, 13. COVID-19 Response 2021 Summary Report, INFORMATION REPORTS: Appeals end 1/25/2022 14. LPO NOD 2212 Fifth Street, 15. LPO NOD 1120 second Street, 16. LPO NOD 1325 Arch, 17. LPO NOD 1960 University.
Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
1527 Sacramento – 2nd story addition date 2/22/2021
2956 Hillegass - addition to nonconforming structure date 2/8/2021
1643-47 California – new basement level and 2nd story date TBD
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with End of Appeal Period,
SFD = Single Family Dwelling
3005 - Benvenue - expand west front window façade within required front setback on existing SFD 1/26/2022
1814 Chestnut – AUP to permit expansion of garage door opening within non-conforming front yard setback 2/1/2022
1351 Dwight – Construct 730 sq ft addition to existing 1720 sq ft 2-story SFD adding 2 bedrooms total 5 average height 22’9” within non-conforming front and rear yards 1/27/2022
2907 Ellis – Replace 8’ tall accessory structure with new accessory structure with average ht 10’ in same footprint 1/26/2022
1519 Fairview – Alterations within the side (south) non-conforming setback of a SFD 1/26/2022
1028 Keeler – Alterations within the side (south) non-conforming setback of SFD 1/26/2022
2962 Russell - Install unenclosed hot tub in backyard 1/27/2022
810 San Luis – Legalize 120 sq ft balcony with unenclosed hot tub and add new balcony that exceeds 14’ in average ht on 2nd floor at rear of SFD 1/26/2022
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSESSIONS
January 27 - TOPA
February 15 – Homeless and Mental Health Services
March 15 – Housing Element Update
April 19 – Fire Department Standards of Coverage Study
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Alameda County LAFCO Presentation
BART Development (January or February)
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Civic Center – Old City Hall and Veterans Memorial Building (Tentative: Action Item)
Mid-Year Budget Report FY 2022
Worth Noting:
There is so much this coming week – only the items picked as the most important are listed in the introduction.
Monday
- REDISTRICTING in-person open house with the four draft redistricting maps on display at the South Berkeley Senior Center, 2939 Ellis at 5 – 7 pm, Four draft maps available online at https://redistricting-commission-berkeley.hub.arcgis.com/
- Reimagining Public Safety Task Force at 6 pm discussion of response to the consultants the National Institute for Criminal Justice Reform (NICJR) report.
- City Council at 6 pm, paving plan and Surveillance report.
- Disaster and Fire Safety Commission at 7 pm
- Police Accountability Board (PAB) at 7 pm.
- City Council Budget and Finance Committee at 10 am Police Overtime
- City Council worksession on TOPA (Tenant Opportunity to Purchase Act at 6 pm
- Independent Redistricting Commission at 6 pm response to the four draft maps.
- Mental Health Commission at 7 pm on Special Care Unit
Sunday, January 23, 2022 No City meetings or events found
Monday, January 24, 2022
Community for a Cultural Civic Center (CCCC) at 12:15 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88153954875?pwd=WGxqRndONmE1N0FCOTdMd2FBMHhhUT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 881 5395 4875 Passcode: 487241
Agenda: available at meeting
Agenda and Rules Committee at 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81774958455
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 817 7495 8455
AGENDA: Public Comment, 2. Review and Approve Draft Agenda for 2/8/22 6 pm Regular City Council Meeting – full draft posted after list of meetings or use email, 3. Berkeley considers, 4. Adjournments in Memory, 5. Worksessions Schedule, 6. Referrals for Scheduling: 2. Berkeley’s 2019 Community-Wide GHG Emissions Inventory, 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review: 8. Impact of Covid-19 on meetings, 9. Analysis of return to In-person meetings, Unscheduled Items: 10. Discussion regarding design and strengthening of Policy Committee Process and Structure (including Budget referrals), 11. Strengthening and supporting City Commissions.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
Redistricting Open House at 5 – 7 pm
In-person at South Berkeley Senior Center, 2939 Ellis
Announcement: https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=17737
See draft maps at https://redistricting-commission-berkeley.hub.arcgis.com/
Can’t attend: Send comments by email to [email protected]
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board Ad Hoc Committee on RSB Technology Issues at 5 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89892719793?pwd=M1ZERDZVWG5TbElMcWxHRnQ3S056Zz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 898 9271 9793 Passcode: 152449
AGENDA: 5. Policies related to email accounts and email reviews/forwarding process, 6. Possible action on Board’s Paperless Agenda Program.
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Zero Waste Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/s/82587046286
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 825 8704 6286
AGENDA: Staff Updates: SB 1383, Textile Recycling, Single-Use Foodware Ordinance, Plastic Bag Ordinance referral, Mattress recycling pilot program.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Zero_Waste_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Reimagining Public Safety Task Force at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81983354907
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 819 8335 4907
AGENDA: Response to recommendations discussion (response for discussion is 4 pages)
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/RIPST.aspx
Tuesday, January 25, 2022
City Council CLOSED SESSION Meeting at 4 pm,
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81790986638
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 817 9098 6638
AGENDA: CONSENT: 1. Pending Litigation - Workers Comp Appeals Board ADJ9784647, ADJ11090574, ADJ11090538, ADJ9768319, ADJ9768337, 2. Conference with labor negotiators – Employee Organizations Berkeley Firefighters Local 1227, Berkeley Fire Fighters Association, local 1227 I.A.F.F. / Berkeley Chief Fire Officers Association, IBEW, Local 1245, SEIU 1021 Community services and Part-Time Recreation activity Leaders, SEIU 1021 Maintenance and Clerical, Public Employees Union Local 1, Unrepresented Employees, Berkeley Police Association.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
City Council REGULAR Meeting, January 25 at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84056667405
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 848 8876 5689
AGENDA: full agenda follows list of meetings or use link.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Wednesday, January 26, 2022
Disaster and Fire Safety Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88489062927
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 8848906 2927
AGENDA: 1. a. FF report, b. GG Budget, c. Overall call metrics, Special Reports CWPP Score, Public Works red curbs/signs, Vegetation management, Discussion Items: 3. Defensible space, 4. Eucalyptus trees removal and suppression, 5. FF funds for vegetation clearance, on private land,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Disaster_and_Fire_Safety_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Energy Commission at 5 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84961235233
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 849 6123 5233
AGENDA: 6. Update Office of Energy and Sustainability on climate equity, CAP Inventory Council Workshop Feb 8, Electric mobility roadmap, EBCE Bright Choice, R100 update, 7. Commission consolidation,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Energy_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Police Accountability Board at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82237902987
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 822 3790 2987
AGENDA: 3. Public comment on non-agenda and agenda items, 9. B. Revision Policy 425 Body Worn Cameras to broaden access by PAB, c. Update 10/15/2021 incident involving a gun at BHS . d. Vaccination status of BPD, e. PAB Standing Rules, f. ALPR, g. Consider opening a policy review authorizing paramedics to inject suspect with a substance (possibly a sedative), 10. a. Decide whether to initiate an investigation into death of a man released from police scustody on or about 1/9/2022.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/ContentDisplay.aspx?id=162752
Thursday, January 27, 2022
City Council Budget & Finance Committee at 10 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87553461608
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 875 5346 1608
AGENDA: 2. Police Overtime (CFS = calls for service in fixed camera chart), 3. FY 2023 & FY 2024 Budget Development Calendar, 4. FY 2021 4th Quarter Investment report ended 6/30/2021
City Council Meeting, at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86896416355
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 868 9641 6355
AGENDA: Tenant Opportunity to Purchase Act, Adding B.M.C. Chapter 13.89
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Independent Redistricting Commission at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82263782343
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 822 6378 2343
AGENDA: 2. Discussion, Review and direction on Draft City Council District Maps – draft maps (4) are included in the meeting agenda, 3. Review and Approval of Table of Contents for Final Report
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/redistricting/
Loan Administration Board at 12 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83040919942?pwd=RTdrQVVESlRsOTVDNTNRNE5JNE96QT09
Teleconference: 1-6669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 830 4091 9942
AGENDA: B. Program Review i. State of Revolving Loan Fund i. 8 active loans for $820,000, b. $210,896 available to loan, ii. State of COVID-19 Resiliency Loan Program a. 11 active loans for $520,000, b. $294,000 available, C. Action Items Annual update from existing loans, CA Jazz Conservancy, Cupcakin Bakery, East Bay Media Center, Kidventurez, Kitchen on Fire, Minuteman Press, Nabolom Bakery & Pizzeria, Slingfin.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Loan_Admin_Board.aspx
Mental Health Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83719253558
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 837 1925 3558
AGENDA: 3. Reasonable Accommodation & Disability Update, 4. Mental Health Manager’s Report c. Caseload Statistics, d. SCU Final Recommendations, 5. SCU update & Discussion and CalAIM Implementation Plan, 6. MHSA Public Hearing on Homeless Wellness Encampment Project, 7. Interview and vote on nomination of Judith Appel on Mental Health Commission, 8. Santa Rita Jail Subcommittee report, 10, Re-imagining Public safety Task Force Update. (packet 104 pages)
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Mental_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Housing Element Update – Public Workshop #2 at 6 pm
Registration link: https://bit.ly/BerkeleyHousing
AGENDA: Flyer and Residential Walking Tour Surveys
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/uploadedFiles/Planning_and_Development/Level_3_-_Commissions/Commission_for_Planning/2022-01-06_HE_Workshop%202%20Flyer_English.pdf
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/housingelement/
Southside Complete Streets Online Open House at 6 – 8 pm
Go to website to RSVP and receive links
https://berkeleysouthsidecompletestreets.org/
Wellstone January General Meeting at 6:15 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82263782343
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81935736898?pwd=SlZNZDl6dUNsK1hpZEIwSmhBNDdQQT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 819 3573 6898 Passcode: 818706
AGENDA: Barbara Lee will be joining meeting from 6:30 – 7 pm
Friday, January 28, 2022
City / UC / Student Relations Committee at 12 – 2 pm,
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83409506029
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 834 0950 6029
AGENDA: not posted check after Tuesday
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Loan_Admin_Board.aspx
Saturday, January 29, 2022 No City meetings or events found
Sunday, January 30, 2022
Berkeley Equity Summit Series #7 at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://bit.ly/3znCbZl
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 838 7675 7317 Passcode: 341906
AGENDA: Right to Return, Reparations, join the conversation, event is BIPOC led and organized.
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Agenda and Rules Committee at 2:30 pm CITY COUNCIL DRAFT AGENDA February 8, 2022
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81774958455
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 817 7495 8455
AGENDA CONSENT: 1. 2nd reading Commission Reorganization Creating the Environment and Climate Commission, 2. 2nd reading amendments to ADU Ordinance, 3. Resolution reviewing and ratifying the local COVID-19 Emergency, 4. Resolution making required findings to continue legislative bodies (boards and commissions) vid videoconference and teleconference, 5. $4,468,611 Formal bid solicitations, 6. 4 yr Contract $2,712,145 with O2X for Public Safety Wellness Programming to provide physical and mental wellness program for Berkeley Fire & Police Departments 2/9/2022 – 2/8/2026 with option to extend for up to 6 additional years in 2 yr increments for a total of 10 years total not to exceed $7,948,612, 7. Contract $200,000 with Wildland Res Mgmt for Community Wildlife Protection Plan with option to extend for an additional 4 years in 2-year increments and total not to exceed $400,000, 8. Adopt an exception to the 180-day waiting period for hiring retired annuitant as an extra help employee, 9. Contract add $120,000 total $310,000 with Epic Recruiting to provide additional recruiting and advertising services for police and professional staff vacancies, 10. Peace and Justice Commission (P&JC) - Resolution supporting immigration reform, 11. P&JC – Resolution in Support of Justice for Haitian Refugees, 12. P&JC – Normalize Diplomatic and Economic Relations with Cuba, 13. P&JC Japanese American Day of Remembrance, 14. Budget Referral and Resolution Establishing Process for Siting and Developing Public Electric vehicle DC Fast Charging Hubs, ACTION: ZAB Appeal 2956 Hillegass – add 170 sq ft single family-dwelling on non-conforming 2,754 sq ft lot, INFORMATION REPORTS: 16. Update Redistricting Process, 17. Healthy Checkout Ordinance Protocols.
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City Council Regular meeting, January 25 at 6 pm FULL AGENDA
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84888765689
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 848 8876 5689
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
AGENDA CONSENT: 1. Minutes for approval, 2. Revenue Contract $90,999.50 from Sierra Health Foundation for IT equipment, telehealth licenses and PPE, 3. Fee assessment State of CA Self-Insurance Fund (Worker’s Comp) $268,093.55 for FY 2022, 4. Grant Application: Land and Water Conservation Fund – Grove Park Renovation Project total project cost $2,400,000, 5. Contract add $250,000 total $500,000 and to remove the $50,000 annual limit with DC Electric Group, Inc. for On-call electronic traffic calming devices maintenance project, 6. Contract $1,780,859 which includes 10% contingency of $161,896 with Glosage Engineering, In for Sanitary sewer Rehabilitation at various locations, 7. Lease 1. Ordinance authorizing CM to execute lease agreement with BART for retail space at Center Street Garage for 15 year lease 2/1/2021-1/31/2036 and 2. $225,000 lease 3-year term 7/1/2020 – 6/30/2023 with BART for operation of Downtown Berkeley Bike Station in Center Street Garage, 8. Arreguin, co-sponsor Bartlett - Resolution requesting State Cannabis Cultivation Tax Reform, 9. 2022 Council seating arrangement, 10. Arreguin – 2022 appointments of councilmembers to committees, regional bodies and commissions, 11. Hahn, co-sponsors Taplin, Harrison, Wengraf – Referring the Civic arts Commission’s affordable housing for artists in Berkeley Report and other Artist Live, Work and Live-Work opportunities to the Housing Element Update, ACTION: 12. Resolution accepting the Surveillance Technology Report for Automatic License Plate Readers, GPS Trackers, Body Worn Cameras and the Street Level Imagery Project, A. Street Maintenance and Rehabilitation Policy and 5-year Paving Plan – a. City Manager recommendation, b. Public Works Commission recommendation, c. Facilities, Infrastructure, Transportation, Environment & Sustainability Committee recommendation, B. Amendments to ADU Ordinance to address public safety concerns, 13. COVID-19 Response 2021 Summary Report, INFORMATION REPORTS: Appeals end 1/25/2022 14. LPO NOD 2212 Fifth Street, 15. LPO NOD 1120 second Street, 16. LPO NOD 1325 Arch, 17. LPO NOD 1960 University.
Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
1527 Sacramento – 2nd story addition date 2/22/2021
2956 Hillegass - addition to nonconforming structure date 2/8/2021
1643-47 California – new basement level and 2nd story date TBD
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with End of Appeal Period,
SFD = Single Family Dwelling
3005 - Benvenue - expand west front window façade within required front setback on existing SFD 1/26/2022
1814 Chestnut – AUP to permit expansion of garage door opening within non-conforming front yard setback 2/1/2022
1351 Dwight – Construct 730 sq ft addition to existing 1720 sq ft 2-story SFD adding 2 bedrooms total 5 average height 22’9” within non-conforming front and rear yards 1/27/2022
2907 Ellis – Replace 8’ tall accessory structure with new accessory structure with average ht 10’ in same footprint 1/26/2022
1519 Fairview – Alterations within the side (south) non-conforming setback of a SFD 1/26/2022
1028 Keeler – Alterations within the side (south) non-conforming setback of SFD 1/26/2022
2962 Russell - Install unenclosed hot tub in backyard 1/27/2022
810 San Luis – Legalize 120 sq ft balcony with unenclosed hot tub and add new balcony that exceeds 14’ in average ht on 2nd floor at rear of SFD 1/26/2022
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSESSIONS
January 27 - TOPA
February 15 – Homeless and Mental Health Services
March 15 – Housing Element Update
April 19 – Fire Department Standards of Coverage Study
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Alameda County LAFCO Presentation
BART Development (January or February)
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Civic Center – Old City Hall and Veterans Memorial Building (Tentative: Action Item)
Mid-Year Budget Report FY 2022
January 9 - January 16, 2022
Worth Noting:
Monday the Agenda Committee meets at 2:30 pm to review the draft agenda for the January 25 City Council regular meeting. The 4:30 pm Council meeting is meeting to fulfill the requirement to vote on the resolution to continue virtual meetings during the pandemic emergency. The Youth Commission meets at 5 pm.
Tuesday the 4 x 4 Joint Task Force (Rent Board and Council) meets at 3 pm. The Mental Health Subcommittee on Santa Rita meets at 4 pm.
Wednesday at 5 pm will be the last meeting of CEAC before merging with the Energy Commission into the new “Climate and Environment Commission.” The Disability Commission is scheduled for 6 pm, however, the agenda could not be opened for review. The Homeless Commission and the Police Accountability Board both meet at 7 pm.
Thursday the Zoning Adjustment Board and Public works Commission meet at 7 pm. The Public Works Commission had to be rescheduled, because the agenda was not posted for the regular meeting. The Commission secretary is to post the agenda on Monday to meet the 72 hour posting requirement. There is a free 8 week quit smoking class that requires pre-registration (see links in listing). WETA meetings are listed because of the proposed pier and Berkeley Ferry Service.
The agenda for the January 18 City Council 6 pm regular meeting is available for comment and posted at the end before the list of building permits in the appeal period and council worksessions.
Sunday, January 9, 2022 - No City meetings or events found
Monday, January 10, 2022
Agenda and Rules Committee at 2:30
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83550022282
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 835 5002 2282
AGENDA: Public Comment, 2. Review and Approve Draft Agenda for 1/25/22 6 pm Regular City Council Meeting – full draft posted after list of meetings or use email, 3. Berkeley considers, 4. Adjournments in Memory, 5. Worksessions Schedule, 6. Referrals for Scheduling: 1. Surveillance Technology Report, Surveillance Acquisition Report and Surveillance Use Policy for Automatic License Plate Readers and 2. Berkeley’s 2019 Community-Wide GHG Emissions Inventory, 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review: 8. Impact of Covid-19 on meetings, 9. Analysis of return to In-person meetings, Unscheduled Items: 10. Discussion regarding design and strengthening of Policy Committee Process and Structure (including Budget referrals), 11. Strengthening and supporting City Commissions,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
Independent Redistricting Commission at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84516471404
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 845 1647 1404
AGENDA: 2. Review of Public Redistricting Submissions, 3. Direction to Staff on Proposed Maps and Appointment of Two Commissioners to Assist with Development of Draft Maps, Subcommittee Reports 4. Final Report Drafting Subcommittee, 5. Mand and COI Subcommittee, 6. Outreach Subcommittee, Information Reports 7. Outreach Plan for Community Review of Commission Maps.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/irc/
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/redistricting/
City Council Special Meeting at 4:30 pm,
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84572745991
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 845 7274 5991
AGENDA: CONSENT: one agenda item 1. Resolution to meet via video conference due to COVID-19.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Youth Commission at 5 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85925075321?
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 859 2507 5321 Passcode: 621930
AGENDA: 5. Public comments, 12. Election of chair, 13. Letter to BUSD regarding student safety during COVID-19 Omicron surge, 14. Reimagining Public Safety Task Force.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Youth_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Tuesday, January 11, 2022
4x4 Joint Task Force Committee on Housing: Rent Board/City Council at 3 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81526431015?pwd=cUFSZFp6ektjUTdqYnZJaXZLTWZoQT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 815 26431015 Passcode: 599186
AGENDA: 5. Introduction of New Executive Director of Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board DeSeana Williams, 6. Relocation Ordinance and Possible Amendments, 7. Evaluation of City Laws Affecting Tenants During Construction and Suggested Additions from Tenant Habitability Plan Ordinance, 10. Possible Future Agenda Items: Elevator Ordinance, First in Time Standard Update Related to Source of Income Ordinance, Discussion on Potential for Adding More Rent Controlled Units under CA Civil Code Section 1954.52(b).
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/4x4_Committee_Homepage.aspx
Mental Health Commission DOJ Santa Rita Subcommittee at 4 pm
Meeting is listed as being January 14, 2022 and agenda lists Tuesday, January 14, 2021, expect this is a calendar error intended date January 11, 2022.
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89858021506
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 898 5802 1506
AGENDA: 3. Public Comment, 5. Consider draft letter to be approved by MHC and forwarded to the Police Accountability Board
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Mental_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Wednesday, January 12, 2022
Community Environmental Advisory Commission (CEAC) at 5 pm – 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83932146364
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 839 3214 6364
AGENDA: 2. Comments from the public 3 minute limit per individual, 8. Discussion/Action Continuation and expansion of Tobacco waste Litter Prevention Program.
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Community_Environmental_Advisory_Commission/
Homeless Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/96645301465
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 966 4530 1465
AGENDA: 2. Public Comment, Updates/Action 7. Update on status of supportive housing at 1367 University, 8. Update on status of the South Berkeley Homeless Outreach Coordinator, 9. Commission to discuss needs, including shelter/housing, to be met by the South Berkeley Homeless Outreach Coordinator, possible action, 10. Winter homeless needs – shelter, warming centers, supplies, possible action, 11. Crisis stabilization program model in Bend, Oregon.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Homeless_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Police Accountability Board at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82237902987
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 822 3790 2987
AGENDA: 3. Public Comment on non-agenda and agenda items, 5. Chair’s report update on Reimagining Public Safety task force, 6. Director’s Report Status of complaints, NACOLE in-person conference debrief, 7. Police Chief Report, 8. Subcommittee Reports Fair & Impartial Policing Implementation, Director Search, Regulations, Mental Health Resonse Policy #7 Complaint, 9. Old Business a. Further report on City Attorney conflict-of-interest issues, b. Revision of Policy 425 Body Worn Cameras, c. Update from BPD regarding October 15 incident involving a gun on the Berkeley High Campus, d. Vaccination status of BPD employees, 10. A. Nomination of chair and vice-chair, b. PAB standing Rules, c. ALPRs (automated license plate readers, d. Recommendation from Fair & Impartial Policing, e. Consider opening a policy review regarding authorizing paramedics to inject suspect with a substance (possibly a sedative), f. Policy complaints #11 and #12, 11. Public Comment, CLOSED SESSION: 12. Complaint #5, 13. Review Administrative Law Judges’ CALOCA Decisions in PRC Complaints #2484 and #2485
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/ContentDisplay.aspx?id=162752
Commission on Disability at 6 pm
There is a special meeting listed for January 12, 2022 on the commission homepage, however, the documents do not open so no agenda or zoom links can be accessed.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Disability_Homepage.aspx
Thursday, January 13, 2022
Zoning Adjustment Board at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/w/82234236079
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 822 3423 6079
AGENDA: 2. 1519 Fairview – on consent - construct 2019 sq ft 3-story single family dwelling, with average height 28 ft and building separation of 12 ft at the rear of the lot behind an existing triplex,
3. 1151 Grizzly Peak – on action - staff recommend approve – legalize two accessory buildings in rear yard of single family dwelling,
4. 2600 Tenth Street - on action - staff recommend approve and dismiss appeal –Appeal of Zoning Officer’s Decision to approve Administrative Use Permit to change the use of four existing tenant spaces on the first and second floors, totaling 20,367 sq ft from media production to research and development.
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
Public Works Commission usually meets the first Thursday at 7 pm
Meeting zoom link and agenda to be posted Monday, use link
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Public_Works_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Quit Smoking Class Session 1 of 8 at 6 pm – 8 pm
Class is free register at https://www.surveyanalytics.com/a/TakeSurvey?tt=EbZtVXYrJpQ%3D
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=17641
WETA (Water Emergency Transportation Authority) at 1 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89718217408
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 897 1821 7408 Passcode: 33779
AGENDA: 5. Reports of Staff includes ridership and financials, 7. Contract with Jacobs Alameda Terminal Refurbishment, 8. Contract with Mansfield Oil Company for diesel fuel for ferry operations, 9. Contract Pacific Power Group, LLC for engine maintenance.
https://weta.sanfranciscobayferry.com/next-board-meeting
Friday, January 14, 2022 - REDUCED SERVICE DAY
Saturday, January 15, 2022 & Sunday, January 16, 2022 - No City meetings or events found
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Council Agenda and Rules Committee, 2:30 pm
DRAFT AGENDA January 25, 2022 Regular City Council meeting draft agenda
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83550022282
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 835 5002 2282
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
DRAFT AGENDA
CONSENT: 1. Minutes for approval, 2. Revenue Contract $90,999.50 from Sierra Health Foundation for IT equipment, telehealth licenses and PPE, 2. Fee assessment State of CA Self-Insurance Fund (Worker’s Comp) $268,093.55 for FY 2022, 4. Contract add $250,000 total $500,000 and to remove the $50,000 annual limit with DC Electric Group, Inc. for On-call electronic traffic calming devices maintenance project, 5. Contract $1,780,859 which includes 10% contingency of $161,896 with Glosage Engineering, In for Sanitary sewer Rehabilitation at various locations, 6. Lease 1. Ordinance authorizing CM to execute lease agreement with BART for retail space at Center Street Garage for 15 year lease 2/1/2021-1/31/2036 and 2. $225,000 lease 3-year term 7/1/2020 – 6/30/2023 with BART for operation of Downtown Berkeley Bike Station in Center Street Garage, 7. Arreguin, co-sponsor Bartlett - Resolution requesting State Cannabis Cultivation Tax Reform, 8. 2022 Council seating arrangement, 9. Arreguin – 2022 appointments of councilmembers to committees, regional bodies and commissions, ACTION: 10. Resolution accepting the Surveillance Technology Report for Automatic License Plate Readers, GPS Trackers, Body Worn Cameras and the Street Level Imagery Project, 11. Hahn – Referring the Civic arts Commission’s affordable housing for artists in Berkeley Report and other Artist Live, Work and Live-Work opportunities to the Housing Element Update, INFORMATION REPORTS:
City Council Regular Meeting, January 18 at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84056667405
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 840 5666 7405
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
AGENDA CONSENT: 1. 2nd reading Amendment FY 2022 Annual Appropriations Ordinance, 2. Modifying the 2022 City Council meeting schedule, 3. Donation to Animal Shelter from Stephen and Mary Birch Foundation, 4. Extension of Declaration of Homeless Shelter Crisis, 5. Contract add $916,731 total $2,824,024 and extend to 6/20/2022 with Berkeley Food & Housing Project to administer Flexible Spending Programs for Mental Health Division and provide Russell Street Residence, 6. Contract add $220,800 total $320,700 and extend to 6/30/2024 with Resource Development Associates for Results Based Accountability Evaluation, 7. Contract $250,000 1/1/2022 – 6/30/2023 with Options Recovery for Substance Use Disorder Services, 8. Revenue Grant Agreement expected $465,736: Funding from CA Dept of Public Health to expand workforce 7/1/2021-12/31/2025 for STD, HIV, COVId-19 and other infections. 9. Revenue Grant Agreement expected $19,000: Funding from State of CA Dept of Justice 7/1/2021-6/30/2023, 10. Commission Reorganization merge Sugar sweetened Beverage Product Panel and Community Health Commission, 11. Classification and Salary: Limited Term Emergency Medical Technician monthly salary $3,466.67 - $5,026.67, 12 Classification and Salary: Single Function Paramedic monthly salary $5,200 - $7,800, 13. Revise Classification and Salary: Emergency Medical Services Quality Improvement & Education Coordinator monthly salary $12,273.73 - $14,000.13, 14. Revise Classification and increase salary schedule for Deputy Finance Director from maximum of $14,677.47 - $16,120 to align with other CoB Deputy Director classifications, 15.Increase Salary for Director of Health, Housing & Community Services from $20,151.73 to $21,432 per month, salary adjustment for Department Heads of Finance, Human resources, IT, Parks, Recreation and Waterfront, Planning, Public Works and Fire Chief from maximum of $20,987 to $21,432, 16. Commission reorganization Create the Environment and Climate Commission dissolving the Zero waste Commission, Energy Commission and the Community Environmental Advisory Commission, 17. Kesarwani, co-sponsors Arreguin, Taplin, Robinson – Refer to City Manager to Establish a Marina Master Plan for Parking with Consideration for Establishing a Waterfront Parking Benefits District including demand-based parking, pay stations, pay schedules and/or frequent user/employee permits, consider revenues to boost Marina Fund, 18. Kesarwani and Bartlett, co-sponsors Arreguin, Taplin – Refer to City Manager to Establish a Framework for Parking Benefits Districts in the Gilman and Lorin Commercial Districts. 19. Harrison – Budget Referral: Allocate projected revenues from voter-approved Transportation Network Company User Tax to Support Priority Mobility Infrastructure, including Tier 1 Protected Bicycle lanes and crossings, pedestrian street crossings, and quick-build Public Transit Projects, 20. Wengraf -Resolution Reaffirm Roe vs Wade, 21. Wengraf, co-sponsor Hahn - OPPOSE Net Metering 3.0 Proposed Decision of the CPUC and SUPPORT Net Energy Metering Policy that Continues Growth of Local and Rooftop Solar, ACTION: 22. Recreation and Camps Program Fee Increases, 23. Amendments to Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Ordinance, 24. Amendments to ADU Ordinance to address public safety concerns, 25. Street Maintenance and Rehabilitation Policy and 5-year Paving Plan – a. City Manager recommendation, b. Public Works Commission recommendation, c. Facilities, Infrastructure, Transportation, Environment & Sustainability Committee recommendation, 26. Adopt-a-Spot Program Development recommendations – a. Public Works Commission and Parks and Waterfront Commission recommendation, b. City Manager recommendation refer to FY2023-FY2024 budget process,
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
1527 Sacramento – 2nd story addition date 2/22/2021
2956 Hillegass - addition to nonconforming structure date 2/8/2021
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with End of Appeal Period,
SFD = Single Family Dwelling
3005 - Benvenue expand west front window façade within required front setback on existing SFD 1/26/2022
1837-39 Berkeley Way – Demolish the existing dwelling at rear of property and build 3-story dwelling with average height of 28’ and a rear setback of 3’3” where 15’ is required 1/10/2022
1643-47 California – Reconfigure and lift existing duplex and ad 3rd floor on non-conforming to lot coverage, density and setbacks 1/10/2022
2345 Channing – Remove a dwelling unit located in the Pilgrimage Hall of the First Congregational Church of Berkeley that was destroyed in 2016, 1/10/2022
1351 Dwight – Construct 730 sq ft addition to existing 1720 sq ft 2-story SFD adding 2 bedrooms total 5 average height 22’9” within non-conforming front and rear yards 1/27/2022
2907 Ellis – Replace 8’ tall accessory structure with new accessory structure with average ht 10’ in same footprint 1/26/2022
1028 Keeler – Alterations within the side (south) non-conforming setback of SFD 1/26/2022
2962 Russell - Install unenclosed hot tub in backyard 1/27/2022
810 San Luis – Legalize 120 sq ft balcony with unenclosed hot tub and add new balcony that exceeds 14’ in ave ht on 2nd floor at rear of SFD 1/26/2022
1934 – 40 San Pablo – Use permit modification to increase ht from 22’ to 27’ 9” increase gross floor area from 6185 sq ft to 6893 sq ft 1/10/2022
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSESSIONS
January 20 (Thursday) – Update on City’s COVID-19 Response and
Public Works/Infrastructure Presentation
February 15 – Homeless and Mental Health Services
March 15 – Housing Element Update
April 19 – Fire Department Standards of Coverage Study
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Alameda County LAFCO Presentation
BART Development (January or February)
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Civic Center – Old City Hall and Veterans Memorial Building (Tentative: Action Item)
Mid-Year Budget Report FY 2022
Worth Noting:
Monday the Agenda Committee meets at 2:30 pm to review the draft agenda for the January 25 City Council regular meeting. The 4:30 pm Council meeting is meeting to fulfill the requirement to vote on the resolution to continue virtual meetings during the pandemic emergency. The Youth Commission meets at 5 pm.
Tuesday the 4 x 4 Joint Task Force (Rent Board and Council) meets at 3 pm. The Mental Health Subcommittee on Santa Rita meets at 4 pm.
Wednesday at 5 pm will be the last meeting of CEAC before merging with the Energy Commission into the new “Climate and Environment Commission.” The Disability Commission is scheduled for 6 pm, however, the agenda could not be opened for review. The Homeless Commission and the Police Accountability Board both meet at 7 pm.
Thursday the Zoning Adjustment Board and Public works Commission meet at 7 pm. The Public Works Commission had to be rescheduled, because the agenda was not posted for the regular meeting. The Commission secretary is to post the agenda on Monday to meet the 72 hour posting requirement. There is a free 8 week quit smoking class that requires pre-registration (see links in listing). WETA meetings are listed because of the proposed pier and Berkeley Ferry Service.
The agenda for the January 18 City Council 6 pm regular meeting is available for comment and posted at the end before the list of building permits in the appeal period and council worksessions.
Sunday, January 9, 2022 - No City meetings or events found
Monday, January 10, 2022
Agenda and Rules Committee at 2:30
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83550022282
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 835 5002 2282
AGENDA: Public Comment, 2. Review and Approve Draft Agenda for 1/25/22 6 pm Regular City Council Meeting – full draft posted after list of meetings or use email, 3. Berkeley considers, 4. Adjournments in Memory, 5. Worksessions Schedule, 6. Referrals for Scheduling: 1. Surveillance Technology Report, Surveillance Acquisition Report and Surveillance Use Policy for Automatic License Plate Readers and 2. Berkeley’s 2019 Community-Wide GHG Emissions Inventory, 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review: 8. Impact of Covid-19 on meetings, 9. Analysis of return to In-person meetings, Unscheduled Items: 10. Discussion regarding design and strengthening of Policy Committee Process and Structure (including Budget referrals), 11. Strengthening and supporting City Commissions,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
Independent Redistricting Commission at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84516471404
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 845 1647 1404
AGENDA: 2. Review of Public Redistricting Submissions, 3. Direction to Staff on Proposed Maps and Appointment of Two Commissioners to Assist with Development of Draft Maps, Subcommittee Reports 4. Final Report Drafting Subcommittee, 5. Mand and COI Subcommittee, 6. Outreach Subcommittee, Information Reports 7. Outreach Plan for Community Review of Commission Maps.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/irc/
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/redistricting/
City Council Special Meeting at 4:30 pm,
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84572745991
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 845 7274 5991
AGENDA: CONSENT: one agenda item 1. Resolution to meet via video conference due to COVID-19.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Youth Commission at 5 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85925075321?
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 859 2507 5321 Passcode: 621930
AGENDA: 5. Public comments, 12. Election of chair, 13. Letter to BUSD regarding student safety during COVID-19 Omicron surge, 14. Reimagining Public Safety Task Force.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Youth_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Tuesday, January 11, 2022
4x4 Joint Task Force Committee on Housing: Rent Board/City Council at 3 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81526431015?pwd=cUFSZFp6ektjUTdqYnZJaXZLTWZoQT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 815 26431015 Passcode: 599186
AGENDA: 5. Introduction of New Executive Director of Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board DeSeana Williams, 6. Relocation Ordinance and Possible Amendments, 7. Evaluation of City Laws Affecting Tenants During Construction and Suggested Additions from Tenant Habitability Plan Ordinance, 10. Possible Future Agenda Items: Elevator Ordinance, First in Time Standard Update Related to Source of Income Ordinance, Discussion on Potential for Adding More Rent Controlled Units under CA Civil Code Section 1954.52(b).
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/4x4_Committee_Homepage.aspx
Mental Health Commission DOJ Santa Rita Subcommittee at 4 pm
Meeting is listed as being January 14, 2022 and agenda lists Tuesday, January 14, 2021, expect this is a calendar error intended date January 11, 2022.
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89858021506
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 898 5802 1506
AGENDA: 3. Public Comment, 5. Consider draft letter to be approved by MHC and forwarded to the Police Accountability Board
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Mental_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Wednesday, January 12, 2022
Community Environmental Advisory Commission (CEAC) at 5 pm – 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83932146364
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 839 3214 6364
AGENDA: 2. Comments from the public 3 minute limit per individual, 8. Discussion/Action Continuation and expansion of Tobacco waste Litter Prevention Program.
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Community_Environmental_Advisory_Commission/
Homeless Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/96645301465
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 966 4530 1465
AGENDA: 2. Public Comment, Updates/Action 7. Update on status of supportive housing at 1367 University, 8. Update on status of the South Berkeley Homeless Outreach Coordinator, 9. Commission to discuss needs, including shelter/housing, to be met by the South Berkeley Homeless Outreach Coordinator, possible action, 10. Winter homeless needs – shelter, warming centers, supplies, possible action, 11. Crisis stabilization program model in Bend, Oregon.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Homeless_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Police Accountability Board at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82237902987
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 822 3790 2987
AGENDA: 3. Public Comment on non-agenda and agenda items, 5. Chair’s report update on Reimagining Public Safety task force, 6. Director’s Report Status of complaints, NACOLE in-person conference debrief, 7. Police Chief Report, 8. Subcommittee Reports Fair & Impartial Policing Implementation, Director Search, Regulations, Mental Health Resonse Policy #7 Complaint, 9. Old Business a. Further report on City Attorney conflict-of-interest issues, b. Revision of Policy 425 Body Worn Cameras, c. Update from BPD regarding October 15 incident involving a gun on the Berkeley High Campus, d. Vaccination status of BPD employees, 10. A. Nomination of chair and vice-chair, b. PAB standing Rules, c. ALPRs (automated license plate readers, d. Recommendation from Fair & Impartial Policing, e. Consider opening a policy review regarding authorizing paramedics to inject suspect with a substance (possibly a sedative), f. Policy complaints #11 and #12, 11. Public Comment, CLOSED SESSION: 12. Complaint #5, 13. Review Administrative Law Judges’ CALOCA Decisions in PRC Complaints #2484 and #2485
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/ContentDisplay.aspx?id=162752
Commission on Disability at 6 pm
There is a special meeting listed for January 12, 2022 on the commission homepage, however, the documents do not open so no agenda or zoom links can be accessed.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Disability_Homepage.aspx
Thursday, January 13, 2022
Zoning Adjustment Board at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/w/82234236079
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 822 3423 6079
AGENDA: 2. 1519 Fairview – on consent - construct 2019 sq ft 3-story single family dwelling, with average height 28 ft and building separation of 12 ft at the rear of the lot behind an existing triplex,
3. 1151 Grizzly Peak – on action - staff recommend approve – legalize two accessory buildings in rear yard of single family dwelling,
4. 2600 Tenth Street - on action - staff recommend approve and dismiss appeal –Appeal of Zoning Officer’s Decision to approve Administrative Use Permit to change the use of four existing tenant spaces on the first and second floors, totaling 20,367 sq ft from media production to research and development.
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
Public Works Commission usually meets the first Thursday at 7 pm
Meeting zoom link and agenda to be posted Monday, use link
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Public_Works_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Quit Smoking Class Session 1 of 8 at 6 pm – 8 pm
Class is free register at https://www.surveyanalytics.com/a/TakeSurvey?tt=EbZtVXYrJpQ%3D
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=17641
WETA (Water Emergency Transportation Authority) at 1 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89718217408
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 897 1821 7408 Passcode: 33779
AGENDA: 5. Reports of Staff includes ridership and financials, 7. Contract with Jacobs Alameda Terminal Refurbishment, 8. Contract with Mansfield Oil Company for diesel fuel for ferry operations, 9. Contract Pacific Power Group, LLC for engine maintenance.
https://weta.sanfranciscobayferry.com/next-board-meeting
Friday, January 14, 2022 - REDUCED SERVICE DAY
Saturday, January 15, 2022 & Sunday, January 16, 2022 - No City meetings or events found
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Council Agenda and Rules Committee, 2:30 pm
DRAFT AGENDA January 25, 2022 Regular City Council meeting draft agenda
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83550022282
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 835 5002 2282
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
DRAFT AGENDA
CONSENT: 1. Minutes for approval, 2. Revenue Contract $90,999.50 from Sierra Health Foundation for IT equipment, telehealth licenses and PPE, 2. Fee assessment State of CA Self-Insurance Fund (Worker’s Comp) $268,093.55 for FY 2022, 4. Contract add $250,000 total $500,000 and to remove the $50,000 annual limit with DC Electric Group, Inc. for On-call electronic traffic calming devices maintenance project, 5. Contract $1,780,859 which includes 10% contingency of $161,896 with Glosage Engineering, In for Sanitary sewer Rehabilitation at various locations, 6. Lease 1. Ordinance authorizing CM to execute lease agreement with BART for retail space at Center Street Garage for 15 year lease 2/1/2021-1/31/2036 and 2. $225,000 lease 3-year term 7/1/2020 – 6/30/2023 with BART for operation of Downtown Berkeley Bike Station in Center Street Garage, 7. Arreguin, co-sponsor Bartlett - Resolution requesting State Cannabis Cultivation Tax Reform, 8. 2022 Council seating arrangement, 9. Arreguin – 2022 appointments of councilmembers to committees, regional bodies and commissions, ACTION: 10. Resolution accepting the Surveillance Technology Report for Automatic License Plate Readers, GPS Trackers, Body Worn Cameras and the Street Level Imagery Project, 11. Hahn – Referring the Civic arts Commission’s affordable housing for artists in Berkeley Report and other Artist Live, Work and Live-Work opportunities to the Housing Element Update, INFORMATION REPORTS:
City Council Regular Meeting, January 18 at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84056667405
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 840 5666 7405
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
AGENDA CONSENT: 1. 2nd reading Amendment FY 2022 Annual Appropriations Ordinance, 2. Modifying the 2022 City Council meeting schedule, 3. Donation to Animal Shelter from Stephen and Mary Birch Foundation, 4. Extension of Declaration of Homeless Shelter Crisis, 5. Contract add $916,731 total $2,824,024 and extend to 6/20/2022 with Berkeley Food & Housing Project to administer Flexible Spending Programs for Mental Health Division and provide Russell Street Residence, 6. Contract add $220,800 total $320,700 and extend to 6/30/2024 with Resource Development Associates for Results Based Accountability Evaluation, 7. Contract $250,000 1/1/2022 – 6/30/2023 with Options Recovery for Substance Use Disorder Services, 8. Revenue Grant Agreement expected $465,736: Funding from CA Dept of Public Health to expand workforce 7/1/2021-12/31/2025 for STD, HIV, COVId-19 and other infections. 9. Revenue Grant Agreement expected $19,000: Funding from State of CA Dept of Justice 7/1/2021-6/30/2023, 10. Commission Reorganization merge Sugar sweetened Beverage Product Panel and Community Health Commission, 11. Classification and Salary: Limited Term Emergency Medical Technician monthly salary $3,466.67 - $5,026.67, 12 Classification and Salary: Single Function Paramedic monthly salary $5,200 - $7,800, 13. Revise Classification and Salary: Emergency Medical Services Quality Improvement & Education Coordinator monthly salary $12,273.73 - $14,000.13, 14. Revise Classification and increase salary schedule for Deputy Finance Director from maximum of $14,677.47 - $16,120 to align with other CoB Deputy Director classifications, 15.Increase Salary for Director of Health, Housing & Community Services from $20,151.73 to $21,432 per month, salary adjustment for Department Heads of Finance, Human resources, IT, Parks, Recreation and Waterfront, Planning, Public Works and Fire Chief from maximum of $20,987 to $21,432, 16. Commission reorganization Create the Environment and Climate Commission dissolving the Zero waste Commission, Energy Commission and the Community Environmental Advisory Commission, 17. Kesarwani, co-sponsors Arreguin, Taplin, Robinson – Refer to City Manager to Establish a Marina Master Plan for Parking with Consideration for Establishing a Waterfront Parking Benefits District including demand-based parking, pay stations, pay schedules and/or frequent user/employee permits, consider revenues to boost Marina Fund, 18. Kesarwani and Bartlett, co-sponsors Arreguin, Taplin – Refer to City Manager to Establish a Framework for Parking Benefits Districts in the Gilman and Lorin Commercial Districts. 19. Harrison – Budget Referral: Allocate projected revenues from voter-approved Transportation Network Company User Tax to Support Priority Mobility Infrastructure, including Tier 1 Protected Bicycle lanes and crossings, pedestrian street crossings, and quick-build Public Transit Projects, 20. Wengraf -Resolution Reaffirm Roe vs Wade, 21. Wengraf, co-sponsor Hahn - OPPOSE Net Metering 3.0 Proposed Decision of the CPUC and SUPPORT Net Energy Metering Policy that Continues Growth of Local and Rooftop Solar, ACTION: 22. Recreation and Camps Program Fee Increases, 23. Amendments to Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Ordinance, 24. Amendments to ADU Ordinance to address public safety concerns, 25. Street Maintenance and Rehabilitation Policy and 5-year Paving Plan – a. City Manager recommendation, b. Public Works Commission recommendation, c. Facilities, Infrastructure, Transportation, Environment & Sustainability Committee recommendation, 26. Adopt-a-Spot Program Development recommendations – a. Public Works Commission and Parks and Waterfront Commission recommendation, b. City Manager recommendation refer to FY2023-FY2024 budget process,
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
1527 Sacramento – 2nd story addition date 2/22/2021
2956 Hillegass - addition to nonconforming structure date 2/8/2021
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with End of Appeal Period,
SFD = Single Family Dwelling
3005 - Benvenue expand west front window façade within required front setback on existing SFD 1/26/2022
1837-39 Berkeley Way – Demolish the existing dwelling at rear of property and build 3-story dwelling with average height of 28’ and a rear setback of 3’3” where 15’ is required 1/10/2022
1643-47 California – Reconfigure and lift existing duplex and ad 3rd floor on non-conforming to lot coverage, density and setbacks 1/10/2022
2345 Channing – Remove a dwelling unit located in the Pilgrimage Hall of the First Congregational Church of Berkeley that was destroyed in 2016, 1/10/2022
1351 Dwight – Construct 730 sq ft addition to existing 1720 sq ft 2-story SFD adding 2 bedrooms total 5 average height 22’9” within non-conforming front and rear yards 1/27/2022
2907 Ellis – Replace 8’ tall accessory structure with new accessory structure with average ht 10’ in same footprint 1/26/2022
1028 Keeler – Alterations within the side (south) non-conforming setback of SFD 1/26/2022
2962 Russell - Install unenclosed hot tub in backyard 1/27/2022
810 San Luis – Legalize 120 sq ft balcony with unenclosed hot tub and add new balcony that exceeds 14’ in ave ht on 2nd floor at rear of SFD 1/26/2022
1934 – 40 San Pablo – Use permit modification to increase ht from 22’ to 27’ 9” increase gross floor area from 6185 sq ft to 6893 sq ft 1/10/2022
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSESSIONS
January 20 (Thursday) – Update on City’s COVID-19 Response and
Public Works/Infrastructure Presentation
February 15 – Homeless and Mental Health Services
March 15 – Housing Element Update
April 19 – Fire Department Standards of Coverage Study
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Alameda County LAFCO Presentation
BART Development (January or February)
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Civic Center – Old City Hall and Veterans Memorial Building (Tentative: Action Item)
Mid-Year Budget Report FY 2022
January 2 - January 9, 2022
Worth Noting:
Council Winter Recess ends January 18, 2022
Five City meetings were found with two on Tuesday, one on Wednesday and two on Thursday. BNC meets Saturday.
Tuesday at 2:30 the Council Agenda Committee will finalize the agenda for the January 18th regular Council meeting with two new Action items 24 and 25 on parking. Tuesday evening the Peace and Justice Commission is at 7 pm
Wednesday the Homeless Panel of Experts meets at 7 pm.
Thursday the Reimagining Public Safety Task Force meets at 6 pm and the Landmarks Preservation Commission meets at 7 pm. The Public Works Commission meets Thursday at 7 pm. Use the website link after Monday to access the virtual meeting links and agenda.
Saturday, January 8th the Berkeley Neighborhoods Council meets at 10 am. The zoom link is available.
Tuesday, January 4, 2022
Council Agenda and Rules Committee, 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81018124489
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 810 1822 4489
AGENDA: Public Comment, 2. Review and Approve Draft Agenda for 1/18/22 6 pm Regular City Council Meeting – full draft posted after list of meetings or use email, 3. Berkeley considers, 4. Adjournments in Memory, 5. Worksessions Schedule, 6. Referrals for Scheduling: 1. Surveillance Technology Report, Surveillance Acquisition Report and Surveillance Use Policy for Automatic License Plate Readers and 2. Berkeley’s 2019 Community-Wide GHG Emissions Inventory, 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review: 8. Impact of Covid-19 on meetings, 9. Analysis of return to In-person meetings, Unscheduled Items: 10. Discussion regarding design and strengthening of Policy Committee Process and Structure (including Budget referrals), 11. Strengthening and supporting City Commissions,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
Peace and Justice Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82346061868
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 823 4606 1868
AGENDA: 3. Public comment, 7. Integrate climate change into California education, 8. 2022 Peace and Justice Workplan.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/ContentDisplay.aspx?id=13054
Wednesday, January 5, 2022
Homeless Services Panel of Experts at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/92491365323
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 924 9136 5323
AGENDA: 2. Public Comment, 6. Presentations from homeless services providers awarded $1,200,000 to provide supplemental crisis services with descriptions of services: Options, Berkeley Drop-in Center and Women’s Daytime Drop-in Center, 7. Q&A of presentations, 8. Staff update on use of flexible subsidies allocated under Measure P in 2021, 9. Staff Update on 5150 transport per 2021 allocation, 10. Staff update on schedule for Measure P considerations and recommendations for 2022.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Homeless_Services_Panel_of_Experts.aspx
Thursday, January 6, 2022
Reimagining Public Safety Task Force at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81983354907
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 819 8335 4807
AGENDA: Public Comment, Subcommittee Reports: Policing, Budget & Alternatives to Policing, Improve and Reinvest, Discussion/Action: Response to recommendations discussion – Reimagining Public Safety Task Force
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/RIPST.aspx
Landmarks Preservation Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89567941741
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 895 6794 1741
AGENDA: 5. 1325 Arch Street – Structural Alteration Permit – resume public hearing alterations to City Landmark Building
6. 2328 Channing – Structural Alteration Permit – resume public hearing alterations to City Landmark Building
7. Initiative for City-wide Historic Resources Survey
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/landmarkspreservationcommission/
Public Works Commission usually meets the first Thursday at 7 pm
Meeting zoom link and agenda to be posted Monday, use link
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Public_Works_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Saturday, January 8, 2022
Berkeley Neighborhoods Council 10 am
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82130220194?pwd=K3Rma3F5cTU5TVJBZTAvaWJrL29uUT09
Teleconference: Meeting ID: 821 3022 0194 Passcode: 947412
AGENDA: not posted yet, check closer to meeting
https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/
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Council Agenda and Rules Committee, 2:30 pm - January 18, 2022 Regular City Council meeting draft agenda
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81018124489
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 810 1822 4489
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
CONSENT: 1. 2nd reading Amendment FY 2022 Annual Appropriations Ordinance, Modifying the 2022 City Council meeting schedule, 3. Donation to Animal Shelter from Stephen and Mary Birch Foundation, 4. Extension of Declaration of Homeless Shelter Crisis, 5. Contract add $916,731 total $2,824,024 and extend to 6/20/2022 with Berkeley Food & Housing Project to administer Flexible Spending Programs for Mental Health Division and provide Russell Street Residence, 6. Contract add $220,800 total $320,700 and extend to 6/30/2024 with Resource Development Associates for Results Based Accountability Evaluation, 7. Contract $250,000 1/1/2022 – 6/30/2023 with Options Recovery for Substance Use Disorder Services, 8. Revenue Grant Agreement expected $465,736: Funding from CA Dept of Public Health to expand workforce 7/1/2021-12/31/2025 for STD, HIV, COVId-19 and other infections. 9. Revenue Grant Agreement expected $19,000: Funding from State of CA Dept of Justice 7/1/2021-6/30/2023, 10. Commission Reorganization merge Sugar sweetened Beverage Product Panel and Community Health Commission, 11. Classification and Salary: Limited Term Emergency Medical Technician monthly salary $3,466.67 - $5,026.67, 12 Classification and Salary: Single Function Paramedic monthly salary $5,200 - $7,800, 13. Revise Classification and Salary: Emergency Medical Services Quality Improvement & Education Coordinator monthly salary $12,273.73 - $14,000.13, 14. Revise Classification and increase salary schedule for Deputy Finance Director from maximum of $14,677.47 - $16,120 to align with other CoB Deputy Director classifications, 15.Increase Salary for Director of Health, Housing & Community Services from $20,151.73 to $21,432 per month, salary adjustment for Department Heads of Finance, Human resources, IT, Parks, Recreation and Waterfront, Planning, Public Works and Fire Chief from maximum of $20,987 to $21,432, 16. Commission reorganization Create the Environment and Climate Commission dissolving the Zero waste Commission, Energy Commission and the Community Environmental Advisory Commission, 17. Harrison – Budget Referral: Allocate projected revenues from voter-approved Transportation Network Company User Tax to Support Priority Mobility Infrastructure, including Tier 1 Protected Bicycle lanes and crossings, pedestrian street crossings, and quick-build Public Transit Projects, 18. Wengraf -Resolution Reaffirm Roe vs Wade, ACTION: 19. Amendments to Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Ordinance, 20. Amendments to ADU Ordinance to address public safety concerns, 21. Recreation and Camps Program Fee Increases, 22. Street Maintenance and Rehabilitation Policy and 5-year Paving Plan – a. City Manager recommendation, b. Public Works Commission recommendation, c. Facilities, Infrastructure, Transportation, Environment & Sustainability Committee recommendation, 23. Adopt-a-Spot Program Development recommendations – a. Public Works Commission and Parks and Waterfront Commission recommendation, b. City Manager recommendation refer to FY2023-FY2024 budget process, 24. Kesarwani – Refer to City Manager to Establish a Marina Master Plan for Parking with Consideration for Establishing a Waterfront Parking Benefits District including demand-based parking, pay stations, pay schedules and/or frequent user/employee permits, consider revenues to boost Marina Fund, 25. Kesarwani and Bartlett – Refer to City Manager to Establish a Framework for Parking Benefits Districts in the Gilman and Lorin Commercial Districts.
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
1527 Sacramento – 2nd story addition date 2/22/2021
2956 Hillegass - addition to nonconforming structure date 2/8/2021
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with End of Appeal Period,
SFD = Single Family Dwelling
1408 Edith - 2-story 619 sq ft addition at the rear of the existing dwelling including new roof deck and spiral staircase, ave height 24’ 5” 1/6/2022
1519 Fairview – residential addition raise roof from 25’ to 28’ and new 3rd floor deck connected to 2nd floor deck 1/6/2022
1934-40 San Pablo Use Permit modification to increase height from 22’ to 27’9”, gross floor area from 6,185 sq ft to 6,893 sq ft and accessory structure by 390 sq ft 1/10/2022
1451 Shattuck - Install new exterior halo illuminated reverse channel letters 1/4/2022
55 Southhampton – modify zoning requirements under Reasonable accommodation request to permit a 2-story addition to construct an elevator, 1/6/2022,
2369 Telegraph - Modification to existing front façade, demolition existing interior partitions and rooms, reinforcing structural bracing stair to mezzanine and failing, new fire sprinkler and alarm system 1/4/2022
1204 Walnut – Raise single-family home, addition of approximately 200 sq ft and renovation ground floor, 1/6/2022
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSESSIONS
January 20 (Thursday) – Update on City’s COVID-19 Response and
Public Works/Infrastructure Presentation
February 15 – Homeless and Mental Health Services
March 15 – Housing Element Update
April 19 – Fire Department Standards of Coverage Study
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Alameda County LAFCO Presentation
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Civic Center – Old City Hall and Veterans Memorial Building (Tentative: Action Item)
Mid-Year Budget Report FY 2022
Worth Noting:
Council Winter Recess ends January 18, 2022
Five City meetings were found with two on Tuesday, one on Wednesday and two on Thursday. BNC meets Saturday.
Tuesday at 2:30 the Council Agenda Committee will finalize the agenda for the January 18th regular Council meeting with two new Action items 24 and 25 on parking. Tuesday evening the Peace and Justice Commission is at 7 pm
Wednesday the Homeless Panel of Experts meets at 7 pm.
Thursday the Reimagining Public Safety Task Force meets at 6 pm and the Landmarks Preservation Commission meets at 7 pm. The Public Works Commission meets Thursday at 7 pm. Use the website link after Monday to access the virtual meeting links and agenda.
Saturday, January 8th the Berkeley Neighborhoods Council meets at 10 am. The zoom link is available.
Tuesday, January 4, 2022
Council Agenda and Rules Committee, 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81018124489
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 810 1822 4489
AGENDA: Public Comment, 2. Review and Approve Draft Agenda for 1/18/22 6 pm Regular City Council Meeting – full draft posted after list of meetings or use email, 3. Berkeley considers, 4. Adjournments in Memory, 5. Worksessions Schedule, 6. Referrals for Scheduling: 1. Surveillance Technology Report, Surveillance Acquisition Report and Surveillance Use Policy for Automatic License Plate Readers and 2. Berkeley’s 2019 Community-Wide GHG Emissions Inventory, 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review: 8. Impact of Covid-19 on meetings, 9. Analysis of return to In-person meetings, Unscheduled Items: 10. Discussion regarding design and strengthening of Policy Committee Process and Structure (including Budget referrals), 11. Strengthening and supporting City Commissions,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
Peace and Justice Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82346061868
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 823 4606 1868
AGENDA: 3. Public comment, 7. Integrate climate change into California education, 8. 2022 Peace and Justice Workplan.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/ContentDisplay.aspx?id=13054
Wednesday, January 5, 2022
Homeless Services Panel of Experts at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/92491365323
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 924 9136 5323
AGENDA: 2. Public Comment, 6. Presentations from homeless services providers awarded $1,200,000 to provide supplemental crisis services with descriptions of services: Options, Berkeley Drop-in Center and Women’s Daytime Drop-in Center, 7. Q&A of presentations, 8. Staff update on use of flexible subsidies allocated under Measure P in 2021, 9. Staff Update on 5150 transport per 2021 allocation, 10. Staff update on schedule for Measure P considerations and recommendations for 2022.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Homeless_Services_Panel_of_Experts.aspx
Thursday, January 6, 2022
Reimagining Public Safety Task Force at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81983354907
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 819 8335 4807
AGENDA: Public Comment, Subcommittee Reports: Policing, Budget & Alternatives to Policing, Improve and Reinvest, Discussion/Action: Response to recommendations discussion – Reimagining Public Safety Task Force
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/RIPST.aspx
Landmarks Preservation Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89567941741
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 895 6794 1741
AGENDA: 5. 1325 Arch Street – Structural Alteration Permit – resume public hearing alterations to City Landmark Building
6. 2328 Channing – Structural Alteration Permit – resume public hearing alterations to City Landmark Building
7. Initiative for City-wide Historic Resources Survey
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/landmarkspreservationcommission/
Public Works Commission usually meets the first Thursday at 7 pm
Meeting zoom link and agenda to be posted Monday, use link
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Public_Works_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Saturday, January 8, 2022
Berkeley Neighborhoods Council 10 am
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82130220194?pwd=K3Rma3F5cTU5TVJBZTAvaWJrL29uUT09
Teleconference: Meeting ID: 821 3022 0194 Passcode: 947412
AGENDA: not posted yet, check closer to meeting
https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/
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Council Agenda and Rules Committee, 2:30 pm - January 18, 2022 Regular City Council meeting draft agenda
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81018124489
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 810 1822 4489
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
CONSENT: 1. 2nd reading Amendment FY 2022 Annual Appropriations Ordinance, Modifying the 2022 City Council meeting schedule, 3. Donation to Animal Shelter from Stephen and Mary Birch Foundation, 4. Extension of Declaration of Homeless Shelter Crisis, 5. Contract add $916,731 total $2,824,024 and extend to 6/20/2022 with Berkeley Food & Housing Project to administer Flexible Spending Programs for Mental Health Division and provide Russell Street Residence, 6. Contract add $220,800 total $320,700 and extend to 6/30/2024 with Resource Development Associates for Results Based Accountability Evaluation, 7. Contract $250,000 1/1/2022 – 6/30/2023 with Options Recovery for Substance Use Disorder Services, 8. Revenue Grant Agreement expected $465,736: Funding from CA Dept of Public Health to expand workforce 7/1/2021-12/31/2025 for STD, HIV, COVId-19 and other infections. 9. Revenue Grant Agreement expected $19,000: Funding from State of CA Dept of Justice 7/1/2021-6/30/2023, 10. Commission Reorganization merge Sugar sweetened Beverage Product Panel and Community Health Commission, 11. Classification and Salary: Limited Term Emergency Medical Technician monthly salary $3,466.67 - $5,026.67, 12 Classification and Salary: Single Function Paramedic monthly salary $5,200 - $7,800, 13. Revise Classification and Salary: Emergency Medical Services Quality Improvement & Education Coordinator monthly salary $12,273.73 - $14,000.13, 14. Revise Classification and increase salary schedule for Deputy Finance Director from maximum of $14,677.47 - $16,120 to align with other CoB Deputy Director classifications, 15.Increase Salary for Director of Health, Housing & Community Services from $20,151.73 to $21,432 per month, salary adjustment for Department Heads of Finance, Human resources, IT, Parks, Recreation and Waterfront, Planning, Public Works and Fire Chief from maximum of $20,987 to $21,432, 16. Commission reorganization Create the Environment and Climate Commission dissolving the Zero waste Commission, Energy Commission and the Community Environmental Advisory Commission, 17. Harrison – Budget Referral: Allocate projected revenues from voter-approved Transportation Network Company User Tax to Support Priority Mobility Infrastructure, including Tier 1 Protected Bicycle lanes and crossings, pedestrian street crossings, and quick-build Public Transit Projects, 18. Wengraf -Resolution Reaffirm Roe vs Wade, ACTION: 19. Amendments to Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Ordinance, 20. Amendments to ADU Ordinance to address public safety concerns, 21. Recreation and Camps Program Fee Increases, 22. Street Maintenance and Rehabilitation Policy and 5-year Paving Plan – a. City Manager recommendation, b. Public Works Commission recommendation, c. Facilities, Infrastructure, Transportation, Environment & Sustainability Committee recommendation, 23. Adopt-a-Spot Program Development recommendations – a. Public Works Commission and Parks and Waterfront Commission recommendation, b. City Manager recommendation refer to FY2023-FY2024 budget process, 24. Kesarwani – Refer to City Manager to Establish a Marina Master Plan for Parking with Consideration for Establishing a Waterfront Parking Benefits District including demand-based parking, pay stations, pay schedules and/or frequent user/employee permits, consider revenues to boost Marina Fund, 25. Kesarwani and Bartlett – Refer to City Manager to Establish a Framework for Parking Benefits Districts in the Gilman and Lorin Commercial Districts.
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
1527 Sacramento – 2nd story addition date 2/22/2021
2956 Hillegass - addition to nonconforming structure date 2/8/2021
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with End of Appeal Period,
SFD = Single Family Dwelling
1408 Edith - 2-story 619 sq ft addition at the rear of the existing dwelling including new roof deck and spiral staircase, ave height 24’ 5” 1/6/2022
1519 Fairview – residential addition raise roof from 25’ to 28’ and new 3rd floor deck connected to 2nd floor deck 1/6/2022
1934-40 San Pablo Use Permit modification to increase height from 22’ to 27’9”, gross floor area from 6,185 sq ft to 6,893 sq ft and accessory structure by 390 sq ft 1/10/2022
1451 Shattuck - Install new exterior halo illuminated reverse channel letters 1/4/2022
55 Southhampton – modify zoning requirements under Reasonable accommodation request to permit a 2-story addition to construct an elevator, 1/6/2022,
2369 Telegraph - Modification to existing front façade, demolition existing interior partitions and rooms, reinforcing structural bracing stair to mezzanine and failing, new fire sprinkler and alarm system 1/4/2022
1204 Walnut – Raise single-family home, addition of approximately 200 sq ft and renovation ground floor, 1/6/2022
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSESSIONS
January 20 (Thursday) – Update on City’s COVID-19 Response and
Public Works/Infrastructure Presentation
February 15 – Homeless and Mental Health Services
March 15 – Housing Element Update
April 19 – Fire Department Standards of Coverage Study
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Alameda County LAFCO Presentation
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Civic Center – Old City Hall and Veterans Memorial Building (Tentative: Action Item)
Mid-Year Budget Report FY 2022
December 19 - December 26, 2021
Worth Noting:
City Council Recess is December 15 – January 17, 2022. The City Christmas Holiday is officially December 24 with New Years on December 31 and Reduced Service Days in between. There is only one noticed meeting in the coming week and it is just a rearrangement of subcommittee members in the Redistricting Commission.
There is another reason to look at the Independent redistricting commission website, https://redistricting-commission-berkeley.hub.arcgis.com/ the population distribution in Berkeley has changed so the council district borders need to be redrawn. If you have followed how congressional districts are being redrawn around the country especially in “Red” and Purple states, we have redistricting going on here in our own yard.
Because the weekly list of meetings is always so full, you may have never made it to the bottom and noticed upcoming workshops and public hearings and Use Permits in the appeal period are listed at the end.
Monday, December 20, 2021
Independent Redistricting Commission at 5 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85845673323
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 858 4567 3323
AGENDA: 1. Adjust the appointments to Commission subcommittees made at the December 15, 2021 regular meeting.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/redistricting/
https://redistricting-commission-berkeley.hub.arcgis.com/
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
1527 Sacramento – 2nd story addition date 2-22-2021
2956 Hillegass - addition to nonconforming structure date 2-8-2021
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with End of Appeal Period,
SFD = Single Family Dwelling
1259 Cornell – Raise existing 1-story SFD to become 2-story and increase height from 13’8” to 22’ 10.5” and add 716 sq ft, 12-22-2021
1408 Edith 2-story 619 sq ft addition at the rear of the existing dwelling including new roof deck and spiral staircase, ave height 24’ 5” 1-6-2022
2246 Fifth – new sign plan at 2222 Fifth, 2229 Fourth, 2233 Fourth, 2246 Fifth, 12-23-2021
2740 Prince – 1st and 2nd floor addition at rear of existing SFD, 12-22-2021
2129 Shattuck - Install signs for Bank of America – 12-23-2021
55 Southhampton – modify zoning requirements under Reasonable accommodation request to permit a 2-story addition to construct an elevator, 1-6- 2022,
2312 Telegraph – Installation of an internally illuminated retail blade sign, 12-23-2021
925 University – Food establishment with sale of beer and wine, 12-22-2021
1204 Walnut – Raise single-family home, addition of approximately 200 sq ft and renovation ground floor, 1-6-2022
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSESSIONS
December 7 –1. WETA/Ferry Service at the Marina, 2. Presentation by Bay Restoration Authority, 3. Update Zero Waste Rates and Priorities,
January 20 (Thursday) – Update on City’s COVID-19 Response and
Public Works/Infrastructure Presentation
February 15 – Homeless and Mental Health Services
March 15 – Housing Element Update
April 19 – Fire Department Standards of Coverage Study
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Alameda County LAFCO Presentation
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Civic Center – Old City Hall and Veterans Memorial Building
Mid-Year Budget Report FY 2022
Worth Noting:
City Council Recess is December 15 – January 17, 2022. The City Christmas Holiday is officially December 24 with New Years on December 31 and Reduced Service Days in between. There is only one noticed meeting in the coming week and it is just a rearrangement of subcommittee members in the Redistricting Commission.
There is another reason to look at the Independent redistricting commission website, https://redistricting-commission-berkeley.hub.arcgis.com/ the population distribution in Berkeley has changed so the council district borders need to be redrawn. If you have followed how congressional districts are being redrawn around the country especially in “Red” and Purple states, we have redistricting going on here in our own yard.
Because the weekly list of meetings is always so full, you may have never made it to the bottom and noticed upcoming workshops and public hearings and Use Permits in the appeal period are listed at the end.
Monday, December 20, 2021
Independent Redistricting Commission at 5 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85845673323
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 858 4567 3323
AGENDA: 1. Adjust the appointments to Commission subcommittees made at the December 15, 2021 regular meeting.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/redistricting/
https://redistricting-commission-berkeley.hub.arcgis.com/
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
1527 Sacramento – 2nd story addition date 2-22-2021
2956 Hillegass - addition to nonconforming structure date 2-8-2021
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with End of Appeal Period,
SFD = Single Family Dwelling
1259 Cornell – Raise existing 1-story SFD to become 2-story and increase height from 13’8” to 22’ 10.5” and add 716 sq ft, 12-22-2021
1408 Edith 2-story 619 sq ft addition at the rear of the existing dwelling including new roof deck and spiral staircase, ave height 24’ 5” 1-6-2022
2246 Fifth – new sign plan at 2222 Fifth, 2229 Fourth, 2233 Fourth, 2246 Fifth, 12-23-2021
2740 Prince – 1st and 2nd floor addition at rear of existing SFD, 12-22-2021
2129 Shattuck - Install signs for Bank of America – 12-23-2021
55 Southhampton – modify zoning requirements under Reasonable accommodation request to permit a 2-story addition to construct an elevator, 1-6- 2022,
2312 Telegraph – Installation of an internally illuminated retail blade sign, 12-23-2021
925 University – Food establishment with sale of beer and wine, 12-22-2021
1204 Walnut – Raise single-family home, addition of approximately 200 sq ft and renovation ground floor, 1-6-2022
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSESSIONS
December 7 –1. WETA/Ferry Service at the Marina, 2. Presentation by Bay Restoration Authority, 3. Update Zero Waste Rates and Priorities,
January 20 (Thursday) – Update on City’s COVID-19 Response and
Public Works/Infrastructure Presentation
February 15 – Homeless and Mental Health Services
March 15 – Housing Element Update
April 19 – Fire Department Standards of Coverage Study
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Alameda County LAFCO Presentation
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Civic Center – Old City Hall and Veterans Memorial Building
Mid-Year Budget Report FY 2022
December 12 - December 19, 2021
Worth Noting:
City Council winter recess begins December 15. Tuesday will be the last council meetings until January 18, 2022 unless some emergency dictates another.
Monday morning the Budget & Finance Committee meets at 9 am to review the final AAO (Annual Appropriations Ordinance – the mid-year budget allocations) – recommend reviewing the agenda document and priority list before the meeting. The evening Town Hall at 6 pm with the Mayor will be recorded if you can’t watch it at 6 pm.
Tuesday is a marathon day for City Council starting with a closed session at 3 pm, followed with special session at 4 pm and the regular meeting at 6 pm with a very long agenda.
Wednesday the Independent Redistricting meets at 6 pm. The goBerkeley SmartSpace Pilot for Elmwood that ends 2-hour free parking in RPP – in select areas of the Elmwood neighborhood meets at 6:30 pm – sign-up with Eventbrite. The Zoning Ordinance Revision Project (ZORP) meets at 7 pm.
Thursday the goBerkeley SmartSpace for the Southside/Telegraph neighborhood meets at 6:30 pm – sign-up with Eventbrite. The Design Review Committee and the Mental Health Commission both meet at 7 pm. The Rent Stabilization Board also meets at 7 pm, but the agenda and links are not posted.
Sunday, December 12, 2021 - No City meetings or events found
Monday, December 13, 2021
City Council Budget & Finance Committee at 9 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82563730990
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 825 6373 0990
AGENDA: 2. FY 2021year-end and FY 2022 1st qtr update, 3. FY 2022 Annual Appropriations Ordinance (AAO) #1, 4. Measure U1 & Measure P Update, 5. Vacancy Report, 6. Police Overtime, 7. American Rescue Plan Update, 8. UC Berkeley Settlement Agreement Overview/Fire Department Recommendations.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Budget___Finance.aspx
Mayor Jesse Arreguin’s Virtual Town Hall at 6 pm (Town Halls are recorded)
Submit your questions here by 3 pm on 12/13
Videoconference: jessearreguin.com
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 856 0738 7304 Passcode: 455238
AGENDA: Development Agreement with Bayer, COVID-19, Holiday Updates, and News $5 million for new park – Santa Fe Right of Way, Future of Ashby and North Berkeley BART Stations,
Peace and Justice Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us)2web.zoom.us/j/85439259369
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 854 3925 9369
AGENDA: 3. Public Comment, 8. Normalize Relations with Cuba, 9. Recognizing the Japanese American Day of Remembrance.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/ContentDisplay.aspx?id=13054
Youth Commission at 5 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85925075321?
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 134 6248 7799 Passcode: 621930
AGENDA: 12. Update on Council recommendations.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Youth_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Tuesday, December 14, 2021
City Council CLOSED Session at 3 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86173794003
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 861 7379 4003
AGENDA: 1. Public Employee Appointment – Position Director of Police Accountability.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
City Council SPECIAL Meeting at 4 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83481524655
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 834 8152 4655
AGENDA CONSENT: 1. 2021 Educator Housing Notice of Funding Availability Funding Reservation – reserve $24,500,000 in Measure O affordable housing bond funds for BUSD at 1701 San Pablo, Waive Trust Fund guidelines to serve up to 120% of AMI, 2. 2021 Housing Trust Fund RFP Funding Reservations up to $17,000,000 in Measure O anticipated in 2025 and up to $2,500,000 FY2023 Measure U1 for Ashby Losts, Ephesians Legacy Court, MLK House, St. Paul Terrace, Supportive Housing People’s Park, 3. $8,463,535 - Funding recommendation and Joint Homekey Application for Golden Bear Inn at 1620 San Pablo, 4. Apply for State of CA No Place Like Home funds for supportive housing at People’s Park, ACTION: 5. Amend PY21 (Program Year) Annual Action Plan to accept HOME-ARP Funds and amend Permanent Local Housing Allocation (PLHA) 5-year plan to support a Homekey Project, 6. Public Hearing and Resolution for issuance of bonds by CA Municipal Finance Authority (CMFA) ofr 2001 Ashby rental housing project, 7. Resolution Accept the Surveillance Technology Report for Automatic License Plate Readers, GPS Tackers, Body worn Cameras and the Street Level Imagery Project.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
City Council REGULAR Meeting at 6 pm,
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83481524655
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 834 8152 4655
AGENDA: Full Agenda for Regular meeting follows list of meetings by day of the week or use link.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Mental Health Commission DOJ Santa Rita Jail Subcommittee at 4 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82605719862
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 826 0571 9862
AGENDA: 2. Public comment, 3. CPRA responses, 4. Current litigation involving mentally disturbed inmates held at Santa Rita Jail, 5. Alternatives to Santa Rita and psychiatric facilities, 6. Presentation and discussion on crisis stabilization in Oakland and Bend, OR.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Mental_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Wednesday, December 15, 2021
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board Outreach Committee at 5 pm
Videoconference:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87457803466?pwd=SmcrUFRxS2N5Z0VwdHpWQjhmOGRIdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 874 5780 3466 Passcode: 991321
AGENDA: 4. Public Comment, 5. Tenant Survey, 6. City Website, 7. Fair Chance Ordinance, 8. Eviction/COVID-19 Relief 9. Upcoming Webinars, Workshops.
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Independent Redistricting Commission at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89840594390
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 896 4059 4390
AGENDA: 1. Presentation on Redistricting Criteria in City and State Law, 3. Map Review and Development Process, 4. Review and Modifications to Map Matrix, 5. Discussion and Definition of Themes Identified in Public Maps, Subcommittee Reports: 6. Appointment of Final Report Drafting Subcommittee, 7. Changes to subcommittee membership, 8. Report from Map and COI Committee, 9. Outreach Committee.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/irc/
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/redistricting/
Planning Commission Zoning Ordinance Revision Project (ZORP) at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82110048002
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 821 1004 8002
AGENDA: 2. Objective Standards for Multi-unit and Mixed-Use Residential Projects,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx
goBerkeley SmartSpace – Elmwood Community Meeting #2 at 6:30 pm
Register for zoom links: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/215792219337
AGENDA: Parking management program that ends the 2-hour “free” parking in Residential Preferential Parking (RPP) areas and charges a parking fee. See maps on goBerkeley SmartSpace website for affected/selected areas.
https://smartspace.goberkeley.info/
Thursday, December 16, 2021
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board at 7 pm
Virtual Meeting links and agenda not posted, check after Monday.
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Design Review Committee at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83972411712
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 839 7241 1712
AGENDA: 1. 600 Addison – Final Design Review – demolish buildings and structures on an industrial site and construct a research and development campus containing two buildings totaling 461,822 sq ft and 944 parking spaces.
2. 130 – 134 Berkeley Square (between Center and Addition) – Preview – demolish two existing single-story structures and construct a 50-unit 77’6” tall 6-story mixed used building with ground floor retail, residential lobby and rooftop deck, advisory comments.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/designreview/
Mental Health Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/96361748103
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 963 6174 8103
AGENDA: 2. Public comment, 3. Presentation Behavioral Health Crisis & 24-Hour Crisis Stabilization Programs, 4. Discussion re: Next Steps on Behavioral Health Crisis Services and Possible Action, 5. 2022 Calendar, 6. Specialized Care Unit Steering Committee, 7. Re-Imagining Public safety Task Force Update, 8. Santa Rita Jail Subcommittee Report, 9. Mental Health Manager’s Report and Caseload Statistics, 10. MHSA INN Homeless Encampment Wellness Project Update, 11. Whole Person Care, 12. Substance Use/Harm Reduction – Services, Supports, Diversion from Criminal Legal System, 13. Policing Complaint.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Mental_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
goBerkeley SmartSpace – Southside/Telegraph Community Meeting #2 at 6:30 pm
Register for zoom links: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/215797665627
AGENDA: Parking management program that ends the 2-hour “free” parking in Residential Preferential Parking (RPP) areas and charges a parking fee. See maps on goBerkeley SmartSpace website for affected/selected areas.
https://smartspace.goberkeley.info/
Friday, December 17, 2021 & Saturday, December 18, 2021 & Sunday, December 19, 2021
No City meetings or events found
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FULL AGENDA for Dec 14th City Council Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83481524655
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 834 8154 4655
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
CONSENT: 1. Bayer Development Agreement 2nd reading, 2. Berkeley Election Reform 2nd reading, 3. Commission Reorganization merging Animal Care Commission into Parks and Waterfront 2nd reading, 4. Continue to meet via videoconference, 5, Ratify Local COVID emergency, 6. Minutes, 7. CoB 2022 State and Federal Legislative Platform – establishes priorities as homelessness, housing, economic development, infrastructure, public safety, sustainability and the environment and health – climate did not reach priority level and equity did not rate a mention, 8. Extension of Interim Director of Police Accountability Board, 9. PO $70,000 with Protiviti Government Services: Using GSA for vehicle no. GS-35F-0280X. 10. Formal bid solicitations $960,000, 11. Contract $150,000 with RLH & Associates, initial contract for 2 years, for Providing Temporary Governmental Financial Consulting Services for the Finance Department, 12. Contract $150,000 with Valdes and Moreno for Professional Services for the Microbond Financing Pilot Program, 13. Contract $300,000 from 9/13/2021 – 8/31/20211 with Gainey Scientific for Project Management & Consulting for the Fire Dept with an option to extend for an additional 2 years for total contract amount not to exceed $900,000, 14. Revenue $80,000 FY2022 Federal COVID-19 Funding from HHS CARES Act Provider Relief Fund, 15. Revenue Contract $250,000 with Positas College for Instructional Service Agreement to support Fire Dept Training 7/20/021 – 7/19/2024, 16. Contract $65,956 Participation Agreement and any amendments with CA Mental Health Services Authority for Statewide Prevention and Early Intervention Project thru 6/30/2022, 17. Contract to accept $274,202 Community Services Block Grant, 18. Authorize Amendment to CalPers Contract to effect changes to cost sharing agreement between City and Unrepresented PEPRA members in Unrepresented Employees Group, 19. Contract add $381,137 total $996,117 from 12/15/2021 – 6/30/2024 with Digital Hands for Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) Monitoring, 20. Contract $300,000 with Alcor Solutions, Inc. for Managed Services and Upgrade for ServiceNow Application 7/1/2022-6/30/2024, 21. Contract add $133,420 total $2,192,611 from 12/12/2021-6/30/2023, 22. Contract add $733,720 total $2,288,950 and extend term to 6/30/2024 with Tyler technologies, Inc for Professional Services and Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD) software, 23. Cash Donation $26,566 to install fencing for a dog park at Aquatic Park, 24. Contract $900,000 from 1/3/2021-6/30/2025 with Cumming Management Group, Inc for Project Management Services for the African American Holistic Resource Center, 25. Contract $100,000 includes contingency $8,251.33 with Get IT Tech for new electronic gate system at the waterfront, 26. Contract $326,723 with Best Contracting Services, Inc for Fire Station No. 3 Re-Roofing Project at 2710 Russell, 27. PO $345,000 with Arata Equipment Company for one 18-year rear loader, 28. Authorization for Additional Public Works Commission in 2021, 29. Arreguin, co-sponsors Taplin, Robinson, Bartlett – Allocating Remainder of Berkeley Relief Fund, 30. Arreguin, co-sponsors Taplin, Bartlett, Hahn – Relinquishment of up to $500 to 11th Annual MLK Jr Celebration, 31. Arreguin, co-so-sponsor Hahn – Resolution support Bay Adapt: Regional Strategy for Rising Bay, 32. Kesarwani, co-sponsors Wengraf, Droste, Bartlett – Referral to CM to Streamline ADU Permit Review and Approval, 33. Taplin – Budget Referral Pedestrian Crossing Improvements at Ashby and Action, 34. Taplin – Russell Bicycle and Pedestrian Improvements, $50,000-Traffic Circle at Russell & King, $60,000-Cycle Track Crossing at Russell & San Pablo, $250,000-Pedestrian Hybrid Beacons at Russell & Sacramento, 35. Taplin, co-sponsors Bartlett, Hahn, Arreguin – Just Transition from Fossil Fuel Economy, 36. Taplin – Reaffirm City Endorsement of a Carbon Fee and Dividend letter to Barbara Lee, Dianne Feinstein and Alex Padilla, 37. Bartlett – Refer to CM and Community Health Commission Health Care Facility Oversight, 38. Hahn – Consideration of Expansion of Paid Parking to 7 days per week to Support Parking Meter Fund and Improved Pedestrian and Bicycle Facilities, 39. Robinson – Letter to UC President Michael Drake in Support of Student Researchers United-UAW, 40. Robinson, co-sponsor Hahn – Letter of Support for H.R. 4194 Peoples Response Act which would create Division of Community Safety and provide grants to local governments, state governments and community based organizations to support non-carceral approaches to public safety, ACTION: 41. CM – Amending paragraph NN of BMC Section 19.48.020, 42. CM – Public Hearing Residential Preferential Parking Program on 1600 block of Lincoln, 43. Fees: Vital Records, 44. FY 2021 Year End and FY 2022 1st qtr Budget Update, 45. YF 2022 Annual Appropriations Ordinance – mid-year budget adjustment and allocations - Appropriations Ordinance $177, 309,914 (gross) and $163,076,585 (net), 46. CM – Response to Council - Amendments to ADU Ordinance, 47. CM-Response to Council Amendments to ADU Ordinance Public Safety Concerns, 48. Ratification of Police Accountability Board’s Standing Rules, INFORMATION REPORTS: 49. Tobacco Prevention Program.
Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
1527 Sacramento – 2nd story addition date 2-22-2021
2956 Hillegass - addition to nonconforming structure date 2-8-2021
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with End of Appeal Period,
SFD = Single Family Dwelling
1259 Cornell – Raise existing 1-story SFD to become 2-story and increase height from 13’8” to 22’ 10.5” and add 716 sq ft, 12-22-2021
2246 Fifth – new sign plan at 2222 Fifth, 2229 Fourth, 2233 Fourth, 2246 Fifth, 12-23-2021
2740 Prince – 1st and 2nd floor addition at rear of existing SFD, 12-22-2021
2129 Install signs for Bank of America – 12-23-2021
925 University – Food establishment with sale of beer and wine, 12-22-2021
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSESSIONS
December 7 –1. WETA/Ferry Service at the Marina, 2. Presentation by Bay Restoration Authority, 3. Update Zero Waste Rates and Priorities,
January 20 (Thursday) – Update on City’s COVID-19 Response and
Public Works/Infrastructure Presentation
February 15 – Homeless and Mental Health Services
March 15 – Housing Element Update
April 19 – Fire Department Standards of Coverage Study
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Alameda County LAFCO Presentation
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Civic Center – Old City Hall and Veterans Memorial Building
Mid-Year Budget Report FY 2022
Worth Noting:
City Council winter recess begins December 15. Tuesday will be the last council meetings until January 18, 2022 unless some emergency dictates another.
Monday morning the Budget & Finance Committee meets at 9 am to review the final AAO (Annual Appropriations Ordinance – the mid-year budget allocations) – recommend reviewing the agenda document and priority list before the meeting. The evening Town Hall at 6 pm with the Mayor will be recorded if you can’t watch it at 6 pm.
Tuesday is a marathon day for City Council starting with a closed session at 3 pm, followed with special session at 4 pm and the regular meeting at 6 pm with a very long agenda.
Wednesday the Independent Redistricting meets at 6 pm. The goBerkeley SmartSpace Pilot for Elmwood that ends 2-hour free parking in RPP – in select areas of the Elmwood neighborhood meets at 6:30 pm – sign-up with Eventbrite. The Zoning Ordinance Revision Project (ZORP) meets at 7 pm.
Thursday the goBerkeley SmartSpace for the Southside/Telegraph neighborhood meets at 6:30 pm – sign-up with Eventbrite. The Design Review Committee and the Mental Health Commission both meet at 7 pm. The Rent Stabilization Board also meets at 7 pm, but the agenda and links are not posted.
Sunday, December 12, 2021 - No City meetings or events found
Monday, December 13, 2021
City Council Budget & Finance Committee at 9 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82563730990
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 825 6373 0990
AGENDA: 2. FY 2021year-end and FY 2022 1st qtr update, 3. FY 2022 Annual Appropriations Ordinance (AAO) #1, 4. Measure U1 & Measure P Update, 5. Vacancy Report, 6. Police Overtime, 7. American Rescue Plan Update, 8. UC Berkeley Settlement Agreement Overview/Fire Department Recommendations.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Budget___Finance.aspx
Mayor Jesse Arreguin’s Virtual Town Hall at 6 pm (Town Halls are recorded)
Submit your questions here by 3 pm on 12/13
Videoconference: jessearreguin.com
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 856 0738 7304 Passcode: 455238
AGENDA: Development Agreement with Bayer, COVID-19, Holiday Updates, and News $5 million for new park – Santa Fe Right of Way, Future of Ashby and North Berkeley BART Stations,
Peace and Justice Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us)2web.zoom.us/j/85439259369
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 854 3925 9369
AGENDA: 3. Public Comment, 8. Normalize Relations with Cuba, 9. Recognizing the Japanese American Day of Remembrance.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/ContentDisplay.aspx?id=13054
Youth Commission at 5 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85925075321?
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 134 6248 7799 Passcode: 621930
AGENDA: 12. Update on Council recommendations.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Youth_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Tuesday, December 14, 2021
City Council CLOSED Session at 3 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86173794003
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 861 7379 4003
AGENDA: 1. Public Employee Appointment – Position Director of Police Accountability.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
City Council SPECIAL Meeting at 4 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83481524655
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 834 8152 4655
AGENDA CONSENT: 1. 2021 Educator Housing Notice of Funding Availability Funding Reservation – reserve $24,500,000 in Measure O affordable housing bond funds for BUSD at 1701 San Pablo, Waive Trust Fund guidelines to serve up to 120% of AMI, 2. 2021 Housing Trust Fund RFP Funding Reservations up to $17,000,000 in Measure O anticipated in 2025 and up to $2,500,000 FY2023 Measure U1 for Ashby Losts, Ephesians Legacy Court, MLK House, St. Paul Terrace, Supportive Housing People’s Park, 3. $8,463,535 - Funding recommendation and Joint Homekey Application for Golden Bear Inn at 1620 San Pablo, 4. Apply for State of CA No Place Like Home funds for supportive housing at People’s Park, ACTION: 5. Amend PY21 (Program Year) Annual Action Plan to accept HOME-ARP Funds and amend Permanent Local Housing Allocation (PLHA) 5-year plan to support a Homekey Project, 6. Public Hearing and Resolution for issuance of bonds by CA Municipal Finance Authority (CMFA) ofr 2001 Ashby rental housing project, 7. Resolution Accept the Surveillance Technology Report for Automatic License Plate Readers, GPS Tackers, Body worn Cameras and the Street Level Imagery Project.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
City Council REGULAR Meeting at 6 pm,
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83481524655
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 834 8152 4655
AGENDA: Full Agenda for Regular meeting follows list of meetings by day of the week or use link.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Mental Health Commission DOJ Santa Rita Jail Subcommittee at 4 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82605719862
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 826 0571 9862
AGENDA: 2. Public comment, 3. CPRA responses, 4. Current litigation involving mentally disturbed inmates held at Santa Rita Jail, 5. Alternatives to Santa Rita and psychiatric facilities, 6. Presentation and discussion on crisis stabilization in Oakland and Bend, OR.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Mental_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Wednesday, December 15, 2021
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board Outreach Committee at 5 pm
Videoconference:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87457803466?pwd=SmcrUFRxS2N5Z0VwdHpWQjhmOGRIdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 874 5780 3466 Passcode: 991321
AGENDA: 4. Public Comment, 5. Tenant Survey, 6. City Website, 7. Fair Chance Ordinance, 8. Eviction/COVID-19 Relief 9. Upcoming Webinars, Workshops.
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Independent Redistricting Commission at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89840594390
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 896 4059 4390
AGENDA: 1. Presentation on Redistricting Criteria in City and State Law, 3. Map Review and Development Process, 4. Review and Modifications to Map Matrix, 5. Discussion and Definition of Themes Identified in Public Maps, Subcommittee Reports: 6. Appointment of Final Report Drafting Subcommittee, 7. Changes to subcommittee membership, 8. Report from Map and COI Committee, 9. Outreach Committee.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/irc/
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/redistricting/
Planning Commission Zoning Ordinance Revision Project (ZORP) at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82110048002
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 821 1004 8002
AGENDA: 2. Objective Standards for Multi-unit and Mixed-Use Residential Projects,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx
goBerkeley SmartSpace – Elmwood Community Meeting #2 at 6:30 pm
Register for zoom links: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/215792219337
AGENDA: Parking management program that ends the 2-hour “free” parking in Residential Preferential Parking (RPP) areas and charges a parking fee. See maps on goBerkeley SmartSpace website for affected/selected areas.
https://smartspace.goberkeley.info/
Thursday, December 16, 2021
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board at 7 pm
Virtual Meeting links and agenda not posted, check after Monday.
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Design Review Committee at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83972411712
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 839 7241 1712
AGENDA: 1. 600 Addison – Final Design Review – demolish buildings and structures on an industrial site and construct a research and development campus containing two buildings totaling 461,822 sq ft and 944 parking spaces.
2. 130 – 134 Berkeley Square (between Center and Addition) – Preview – demolish two existing single-story structures and construct a 50-unit 77’6” tall 6-story mixed used building with ground floor retail, residential lobby and rooftop deck, advisory comments.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/designreview/
Mental Health Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/96361748103
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 963 6174 8103
AGENDA: 2. Public comment, 3. Presentation Behavioral Health Crisis & 24-Hour Crisis Stabilization Programs, 4. Discussion re: Next Steps on Behavioral Health Crisis Services and Possible Action, 5. 2022 Calendar, 6. Specialized Care Unit Steering Committee, 7. Re-Imagining Public safety Task Force Update, 8. Santa Rita Jail Subcommittee Report, 9. Mental Health Manager’s Report and Caseload Statistics, 10. MHSA INN Homeless Encampment Wellness Project Update, 11. Whole Person Care, 12. Substance Use/Harm Reduction – Services, Supports, Diversion from Criminal Legal System, 13. Policing Complaint.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Mental_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
goBerkeley SmartSpace – Southside/Telegraph Community Meeting #2 at 6:30 pm
Register for zoom links: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/215797665627
AGENDA: Parking management program that ends the 2-hour “free” parking in Residential Preferential Parking (RPP) areas and charges a parking fee. See maps on goBerkeley SmartSpace website for affected/selected areas.
https://smartspace.goberkeley.info/
Friday, December 17, 2021 & Saturday, December 18, 2021 & Sunday, December 19, 2021
No City meetings or events found
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FULL AGENDA for Dec 14th City Council Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83481524655
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 834 8154 4655
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
CONSENT: 1. Bayer Development Agreement 2nd reading, 2. Berkeley Election Reform 2nd reading, 3. Commission Reorganization merging Animal Care Commission into Parks and Waterfront 2nd reading, 4. Continue to meet via videoconference, 5, Ratify Local COVID emergency, 6. Minutes, 7. CoB 2022 State and Federal Legislative Platform – establishes priorities as homelessness, housing, economic development, infrastructure, public safety, sustainability and the environment and health – climate did not reach priority level and equity did not rate a mention, 8. Extension of Interim Director of Police Accountability Board, 9. PO $70,000 with Protiviti Government Services: Using GSA for vehicle no. GS-35F-0280X. 10. Formal bid solicitations $960,000, 11. Contract $150,000 with RLH & Associates, initial contract for 2 years, for Providing Temporary Governmental Financial Consulting Services for the Finance Department, 12. Contract $150,000 with Valdes and Moreno for Professional Services for the Microbond Financing Pilot Program, 13. Contract $300,000 from 9/13/2021 – 8/31/20211 with Gainey Scientific for Project Management & Consulting for the Fire Dept with an option to extend for an additional 2 years for total contract amount not to exceed $900,000, 14. Revenue $80,000 FY2022 Federal COVID-19 Funding from HHS CARES Act Provider Relief Fund, 15. Revenue Contract $250,000 with Positas College for Instructional Service Agreement to support Fire Dept Training 7/20/021 – 7/19/2024, 16. Contract $65,956 Participation Agreement and any amendments with CA Mental Health Services Authority for Statewide Prevention and Early Intervention Project thru 6/30/2022, 17. Contract to accept $274,202 Community Services Block Grant, 18. Authorize Amendment to CalPers Contract to effect changes to cost sharing agreement between City and Unrepresented PEPRA members in Unrepresented Employees Group, 19. Contract add $381,137 total $996,117 from 12/15/2021 – 6/30/2024 with Digital Hands for Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) Monitoring, 20. Contract $300,000 with Alcor Solutions, Inc. for Managed Services and Upgrade for ServiceNow Application 7/1/2022-6/30/2024, 21. Contract add $133,420 total $2,192,611 from 12/12/2021-6/30/2023, 22. Contract add $733,720 total $2,288,950 and extend term to 6/30/2024 with Tyler technologies, Inc for Professional Services and Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD) software, 23. Cash Donation $26,566 to install fencing for a dog park at Aquatic Park, 24. Contract $900,000 from 1/3/2021-6/30/2025 with Cumming Management Group, Inc for Project Management Services for the African American Holistic Resource Center, 25. Contract $100,000 includes contingency $8,251.33 with Get IT Tech for new electronic gate system at the waterfront, 26. Contract $326,723 with Best Contracting Services, Inc for Fire Station No. 3 Re-Roofing Project at 2710 Russell, 27. PO $345,000 with Arata Equipment Company for one 18-year rear loader, 28. Authorization for Additional Public Works Commission in 2021, 29. Arreguin, co-sponsors Taplin, Robinson, Bartlett – Allocating Remainder of Berkeley Relief Fund, 30. Arreguin, co-sponsors Taplin, Bartlett, Hahn – Relinquishment of up to $500 to 11th Annual MLK Jr Celebration, 31. Arreguin, co-so-sponsor Hahn – Resolution support Bay Adapt: Regional Strategy for Rising Bay, 32. Kesarwani, co-sponsors Wengraf, Droste, Bartlett – Referral to CM to Streamline ADU Permit Review and Approval, 33. Taplin – Budget Referral Pedestrian Crossing Improvements at Ashby and Action, 34. Taplin – Russell Bicycle and Pedestrian Improvements, $50,000-Traffic Circle at Russell & King, $60,000-Cycle Track Crossing at Russell & San Pablo, $250,000-Pedestrian Hybrid Beacons at Russell & Sacramento, 35. Taplin, co-sponsors Bartlett, Hahn, Arreguin – Just Transition from Fossil Fuel Economy, 36. Taplin – Reaffirm City Endorsement of a Carbon Fee and Dividend letter to Barbara Lee, Dianne Feinstein and Alex Padilla, 37. Bartlett – Refer to CM and Community Health Commission Health Care Facility Oversight, 38. Hahn – Consideration of Expansion of Paid Parking to 7 days per week to Support Parking Meter Fund and Improved Pedestrian and Bicycle Facilities, 39. Robinson – Letter to UC President Michael Drake in Support of Student Researchers United-UAW, 40. Robinson, co-sponsor Hahn – Letter of Support for H.R. 4194 Peoples Response Act which would create Division of Community Safety and provide grants to local governments, state governments and community based organizations to support non-carceral approaches to public safety, ACTION: 41. CM – Amending paragraph NN of BMC Section 19.48.020, 42. CM – Public Hearing Residential Preferential Parking Program on 1600 block of Lincoln, 43. Fees: Vital Records, 44. FY 2021 Year End and FY 2022 1st qtr Budget Update, 45. YF 2022 Annual Appropriations Ordinance – mid-year budget adjustment and allocations - Appropriations Ordinance $177, 309,914 (gross) and $163,076,585 (net), 46. CM – Response to Council - Amendments to ADU Ordinance, 47. CM-Response to Council Amendments to ADU Ordinance Public Safety Concerns, 48. Ratification of Police Accountability Board’s Standing Rules, INFORMATION REPORTS: 49. Tobacco Prevention Program.
Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
1527 Sacramento – 2nd story addition date 2-22-2021
2956 Hillegass - addition to nonconforming structure date 2-8-2021
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with End of Appeal Period,
SFD = Single Family Dwelling
1259 Cornell – Raise existing 1-story SFD to become 2-story and increase height from 13’8” to 22’ 10.5” and add 716 sq ft, 12-22-2021
2246 Fifth – new sign plan at 2222 Fifth, 2229 Fourth, 2233 Fourth, 2246 Fifth, 12-23-2021
2740 Prince – 1st and 2nd floor addition at rear of existing SFD, 12-22-2021
2129 Install signs for Bank of America – 12-23-2021
925 University – Food establishment with sale of beer and wine, 12-22-2021
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSESSIONS
December 7 –1. WETA/Ferry Service at the Marina, 2. Presentation by Bay Restoration Authority, 3. Update Zero Waste Rates and Priorities,
January 20 (Thursday) – Update on City’s COVID-19 Response and
Public Works/Infrastructure Presentation
February 15 – Homeless and Mental Health Services
March 15 – Housing Element Update
April 19 – Fire Department Standards of Coverage Study
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Alameda County LAFCO Presentation
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Civic Center – Old City Hall and Veterans Memorial Building
Mid-Year Budget Report FY 2022
December 5 - December 12, 2021
Worth Noting:
We are in the push to pack in year-end meetings and this coming week is very full. Please take a scan of all the meetings. What looks to be the most significant will be listed in the quick summary. The December 14th Council meeting agenda is available for comment. When December 14th arrives, Council will vote on mid-year budget allocations.
Tuesday evening at 6 pm item 2 on the City Council agenda is the Pier-Ferry feasibility study. The cost of the pier-ferry project is $93 million without $32 million for two electric ferries. (the studies I have read it is less polluting per person to drive across the bridge alone than to ride an ordinary ferry) WETA Directors have been promised the Berkeley pier-ferry project will not impact the WETA budget of which only approximately 30% is covered by fares. The Dec 7 council special meeting is HYBRID – choice of attending in person, zoom or teleconference.
Wednesday evening at 5 pm CEAC will hear the Bee City recommendations. At 7 pm the Le Conte Neighborhood, BNC and CENA will sponsor together a HYBRID meeting (in-person or zoom) on Berkeley’s pilot project to charge parking in residential neighborhoods. Protection of Burrowing Owls is item 9 on the agenda of the 7 pm Parks and Waterfront Commission meeting. The Police accountability Board meets at 7 pm with a full agenda.
Thursday morning at 10 am the council Budget and Finance Committee will review the mid-year budget referrals and set priorities for the Dec 14th full council vote. Thursday evening council will hear an update on the housing element and process toward planning for adding 8934 residential units in Berkeley.
Sunday, December 5, 2021 - No City meetings or events found
Monday, December 6, 2021
Civic Arts Commission - Public Art Committee at 2:30 pm pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86089984060
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 860 8998 4060
AGENDA: 4.a. Measure T1 Phase 2 Project Sites, b. Approval purchase of artwork by Susan Duhan Felix from current Civic Center Exhibit for $500.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CivicArtsCommissionHomepage/
Personnel Board at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87851487853?pwd=cDF5dHR5V2Y5UEtReHFNcVBqd0VFZz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 878 5148 7853 Passcode: 621891
AGENDA: III. Public comment, V. Recommendation to Re-establish the Classification and Salary Range of Senior Engineering Inspector, VI. Recommendation to Revise the Minimum Qualification for Mechanic, VII. Recommendation to Establish the Classifications Limited Term EMT and Single Function Paramedic, VIII. Recommendation to Revise the Assistant Fire Chief Classification.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Personnel_Board_Homepage.aspx
Police Accountability Board - Director Search at 12:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81733332670
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 817 3333 2670
AGENDA: 4. Discussion with Brett Byers of Byers Group regarding Director of Police Accountability Board candidate profile.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/ContentDisplay.aspx?id=162752
Ashby and North Berkeley BART Community Advisory Group at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83300022104?
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 833 0002 2104 Passcode: 058030
AGENDA: 2. Recognition CAG work – Mayor Arreguin and BART Board, 3. Process going forward, 4. CAG questions, 5. Public Comment.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/bartplanning/
Tuesday, December 7, 2021
City Council Special Meeting at 6 pm,
HYBRID: In-Person, Zoom and Teleconference
In-person at 1231 Addison
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86272802670
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 862 7280 2670
AGENDA: CONSENT: 1. Presentation by the San Francisco Bay Restoration Authority, 2. Large Scale Ferry Feasibility Study – A Preferred Concept, 3. Zero Waste Fund Proposed Five Year (FY 2023-2027) Rate Schedules,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Police Accountability Board Special Meeting at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82318238840
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 823 1823 8840
AGENDA: 3. Public Comment, 4.a. Training: Meet and Confer; Meyers-Milias-Brown Act, Presentation by Timothy Davis, Partner, Burke, Williams & Sorensen, LLP, 5/ Public Comment. Closed Session: 6. Conference with Labor Negotiators: Designated representatives; Jon Holtzman Labor Negotiator: Katherine Lee(employee organization Berkeley Police Association)
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/ContentDisplay.aspx?id=162752
Wednesday, December 8, 2021
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board - IRA/AGA Registration Committee at 5 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83526663329?pwd=ZkdCRVhkNmt5TnZRQkFQTXU5c0twdz09
Teleconference: 1-408-638-0968 Meeting ID: 835 2666 3329 Passcode: 938658
AGENDA: 4. Public Comment, 5. Possible action regarding amending Regulations 801 and 1311 to make clear landlords may not evict tenants from rental proptery until all current registration information has been filled out with the BOARD, 6. City’s General Plan, 7. Potential 2022 ballot initiatives.
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Board of Library Trustees at 6:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86042306505
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 860 4230 6505
AGENDA: IV. 1st qtr Budget Report.
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
Civic Arts Commission at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84636357745
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 846 3635 7745
AGENDA: 4. Presentation Affordable Housing for Artists and Cultural Workers, Presentation of Survey Findings and Recommendations, 7.a. Measure T1 Phase 2 Project Sites, b. Alternate Civic Arts Commission representative to DRC for February 2022, c. Approval of purchase of Susan Duhan Felix art for Civic center Exhibition for $500.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CivicArtsCommissionHomepage/
Commission on Disability at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89243500746?pwd=NGQ3d0NQVnkzUG01QVIvUVhoQUlDUT09
Teleconference: Meeting ID:
AGENDA: No agenda posted – posting the community calendar looks to be an error
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Disability_Homepage.aspx
Community Environmental Advisory Commission (CEAC) at 5 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85755206504
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 857 5520 6504
AGENDA: 2. Public Comment, 5. Report from Chair, 6. Report from Toxics Management Division, 8. Discussion/Action Recommendation from Bee City USA.
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Community_Environmental_Advisory_Commission/
Parks and Waterfront Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/96974512296
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 969 7451 2296
AGENDA: 5. Public comment, 6. Chair report, 7. Director Report, 8. Vision 2050 / Measure T1 Mailer Update 9. Protection for the burrowing owls at Cesar Chavez Park, 10. Wind and Solar Power at the Marina, 11. Parks and Waterfront Commission accomplishments/review and closure.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Parks_and_Waterfront_Commission.aspx
Police Accountability Board Regular Meeting at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82237902987
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 822 3790 2987
AGENDA: 3. Public Comment, 5. Chair - Update Reimagining Public Safety Task Force, 6. Director – Update status complaints, update training, 7. Chief Report - crime/cases, 8. Subcommittee reports a. Fair & Impartial Policing, b. director Search, c. Regulations, d. Mental Health Response, 9.a. City attorney Conflict of interest issues, b. Revision Body worn camera Policies, c. Update regarding Oct 15 incident involving a gun at Berkeley High, d. Appoint additional members to Mental Health Response Subcommittee, 10.a. Update from Interim Chief regarding progress on implementing Council directives regarding Fair & Impartial Policing, b. PAB Standing Rules on Dec 14 Council agenda, c. Vaccination status BPD employee, Closed Session: 12. Complaint #3 13. Complaint #1, 14. Complaint #2.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/ContentDisplay.aspx?id=162752
Le Conte Neighborhood Assn with Berkeley Neighborhoods Council and CENA at 7 pm
HYBRID: In-Person and zoom
In-person at 2236 Parker – Life Adventist Church
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89955792318?pwd=TU95SHdUd0RwK1lJV2dwenRWcDEzQT09
Teleconference: Meeting ID:
AGENDA: Forum on Berkeley’s “Smart Space” pilot project to add hourly rates to residential parking, Presentation by Gordon Hansen, Berkeley Transportation Planner.
Meeting will be recorded
Thursday, December 9, 2021
City Council Budget & Finance Committee at 10 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88503305300
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 885 0330 5300
AGENDA: 1. Arreguin - Criteria and Timing for AAO Process, 2. CM - Council Fiscal Policies, 4. CM - Budget Referrals and AAO 5. Parks and Waterfront Commission – Rebuild Fund and Stabilize Finances, 6. FY 2021 4th qtr Investment Report.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Budget___Finance.aspx
City Council Special Meeting at 6 pm, - Zoom and Teleconference
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82263821024
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 822 6382 1024
AGENDA: 1. Housing Element Update Workshop Work Session – Berkeley assigned to add 8934 residential units – with the sites inventory to accommodate between 9750 and 10,500 units (a new twist).
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board - Eviction/Section 8/Foreclosure Committee at 5:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88546126766?pwd=SHFQb0IzV2Y2bZVZRndyV0ErQU11Zz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 885 4612 6766 Passcode: 147959
AGENDA: 4. Public Comment, 5. Presentation/Discussion from Eviction Defense Center and East Bay Community Law Center, 6. Presentation/Discussion Owner Move-in Evictions/Measure AA Report.
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Zoning Adjustment Board at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89676870151
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 896 7687 0151
AGENDA: 3. 1151 Grizzly Peak – recommend continue to January 13, 2022
4. 2345 Channing – on consent – eliminate dwelling unit previously located at the First Congregational Church of Berkeley
5. 1634 and 1640 San Pablo – on consent - permit modification – increase height, gross floor area and accessory structure (approved by ZAB 6/1-/2021,
6. 1837 Berkeley Way – recommend approve - demolish rear SFD and construct a new 3-story 3-unit residential building with a rear setback of approximately 3 – 6 feet on 6,250 sq ft lot with two SFD
7. 1643 and 1647 California – recommend approve – create new lower basement level construct new, 2nd story and modify existing duplex layout resulting in 3,763 sq ft duplex
8. 1201 – 1205 San Pablo – new public hearing provide advisory comments – construct 6-story, mixed-use building on vacant lot, with 66 units (including 5 Very-low income units) 1,720 sq ft of commercial space, 2514 sq ft of usable open space and 17-28 ground-level parking spaces.
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
Water Emergency Transportation Authority (WETA) at 1 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89718217408
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 897 1821 7408 Passcode: 33779
AGENDA: 5. Staff reports: Fare Integration Study, PEPRA (Public Employees Pension Reform Act), Treasure Island CPUC filing, SSF Pilot Service, Financials, ridership,
https://weta.sanfranciscobayferry.com/next-board-meeting
Friday, December 10, 2021 - REDUCED SERVICE DAY
Saturday, December 11, 2021
Berkeley Neighborhoods Council (BNC) meeting cancelled, BNC will join the LeConte Neighborhood meeting Wednesday evening.
Sunday, December 12, 2021 - No City meetings or events found
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FULL AGENDA for Dec 14th City Council Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83481524655
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 834 8154 4655
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
CONSENT: 1. Bayer Development Agreement 2nd reading, 2. Berkeley Election Reform 2nd reading, 3. Commission Reorganization merging Animal Care Commission into Parks and Waterfront 2nd reading, 4. Continue to meet via videoconference, 5, Ratify Local Covid emergency, 6. Minutes, 7. CoB 2022 State and Federal Legislative Platform – establishes priorities as homelessness, housing, economic development, infrastructure, public safety, sustainability and the environment and health – climate did not reach priority level and equity did not rate a mention, 8. Extension of Interim Director of Police Accountability Board, 9. PO $70,000 with Protiviti Government Services: Using GSA for vehicle no. GS-35F-0280X. 10. Formal bid solicitations $960,000, 11. Contract $150,000 with RLH & Associates, initial contract for 2 years, for Providing Temporary Governmental Financial Consulting Services for the Finance Department, 12. Contract $150,000 with Valdes and Moreno for Professional Services for the Microbond Financing Pilot Program, 13. Contract $300,000 from 9/13/2021 – 8/31/20211 with Gainey Scientific for Project Management & Consulting for the Fire Dept with an option to extend for an additional 2 years for total contract amount not to exceed $900,000, 14. Revenue $80,000 FY2022 Federal COVID-19 Funding from HHS CARES Act Provider Relief Fund, 15. Revenue Contract $250,000 with Positas College for Instructional Service Agreement to support Fire Dept Training 7/20/021 – 7/19/2024, 16. Contract $65,956 Participation Agreement and any amendments with CA Mental Health Services Authority for Statewide Prevention and Early Intervention Project thru 6/30/2022, 17. Contract to accept $274,202 Community Services Block Grant, 18. Authorize Amendment to CalPers Contract to effect changes to cost sharing agreement between City and Unrepresented PEPRA members in Unrepresented Employees Group, 19. Contract add $381,137 total $996,117 from 12/15/2021 – 6/30/2024 with Digital Hands for Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) Monitoring, 20. Contract $300,000 with Alcor Solutions, Inc. for Managed Services and Upgrade for ServiceNow Application 7/1/2022-6/30/2024, 21. Contract add $133,420 total $2,192,611 from 12/12/2021-6/30/2023, 22. Contract add $733,720 total $2,288,950 and extend term to 6/30/2024 with Tyler technologies, Inc for Professional Services and Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD) software, 23. Cash Donation $26,566 to install fencing for a dog park at Aquatic Park, 24. Contract $900,000 from 1/3/2021-6/30/2025 with Cumming Management Group, Inc for Project Management Services for the African American Holistic Resource Center, 25. Contract $100,000 includes contingency $8,251.33 with Get IT Tech for new electronic gate system at the waterfront, 26. Contract $326,723 with Best Contracting Services, Inc for Fire Station No. 3 Re-Roofing Project at 2710 Russell, 27. PO $345,000 with Arata Equipment Company for one 18-year rear loader, 28. Authorization for Additional Public Works Commission in 2021, 29. Arreguin, co-sponsors Taplin, Robinson, Bartlett – Allocating Remainder of Berkeley Relief Fund, 30. Arreguin, co-sponsors Taplin, Bartlett, Hahn – Relinquishment of up to $500 to 11th Annual MLK Jr Celebration, 31. Arreguin, co-so-sponsor Hahn – Resolution support Bay Adapt: Regional Strategy for Rising Bay, 32. Kesarwani, co-sponsors Wengraf, Droste, Bartlett – Referral to CM to Streamline ADU Permit Review and Approval, 33. Taplin – Budget Referral Pedestrian Crossing Improvements at Ashby and Action, 34. Taplin – Russell Bicycle and Pedestrian Improvements, $50,000-Traffic Circle at Russell & King, $60,000-Cycle Track Crossing at Russell & San Pablo, $250,000-Pedestrian Hybrid Beacons at Russell & Sacramento, 35. Taplin, co-sponsors Bartlett, Hahn, Arreguin – Just Transition from Fossil Fuel Economy, 36. Taplin – Reaffirm City Endorsement of a Carbon Fee and Dividend letter to Barbara Lee, Dianne Feinstein and Alex Padilla, 37. Bartlett – Refer to CM and Community Health Commission Health Care Facility Oversight, 38. Hahn – Consideration of Expansion of Paid Parking to 7 days per week to Support Parking Meter Fund and Improved Pedestrian and Bicycle Facilities, 39. Robinson – Letter to UC President Michael Drake in Support of Student Researchers United-UAW, 40. Robinson, co-sponsor Hahn – Letter of Support for H.R. 4194 Peoples Response Act which would create Division of Community Safety and provide grants to local governments, state governments and community based organizations to support non-carceral approaches to public safety, ACTION: 41. CM – Amending paragraph NN of BMC Section 19.48.020, 42. CM – Public Hearing Residential Preferential Parking Program on 1600 block of Lincoln, 43. Fees: Vital Records, 44. FY 2021 Year End and FY 2022 1st qtr Budget Update, 45. YF 2022 Annual Appropriations Ordinance – mid-year budget adjustment and allocations - Appropriations Ordinance $177, 309,914 (gross) and $163,076,585 (net), 46. CM – Response to Council - Amendments to ADU Ordinance, 47. CM-Response to Council Amendments to ADU Ordinance Public Safety Concerns, 48. Ratification of Police Accountability Board’s Standing Rules, INFORMATION REPORTS: 49. Tobacco Prevention Program.
Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
1527 Sacramento – 2nd story addition date 2-22-2021
2956 Hillegass - addition to nonconforming structure date 2-8-2021
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with End of Appeal Period,
SFD = Single Family Dwelling
1860 Capistrano – Alterations in the non-conforming left side yard and addition over 14 ft in average height to enclose the 15 sq ft balcony and the 43 sq ft rear balcony to add 58 sq ft, 12-7-2021
1259 Cornell – Raise existing 1-story SFD to become 2-story and increase height from 13’8” to 22’ 10.5” and add 716 sq ft, 12-22-2021
725 Folger – Add business support service use to an existing office building 12-7-2021
1488 Grizzly Peak – Major Residential addition over 14 ft and over 20 ft in Hillside Overly 12-7-2021
2717 Marin – Install an unenclosed hot tub in a side yard of a SFD 12-7-2021
2740 Prince – 1st and 2nd floor addition at rear of existing SFD, 12-22-2021
628 San Miguel – Unenclosed hot tub to rear of SFD 12-7-2021
1634 San Pablo – Demolition of existing commercial building and construction of 1768 sq ft addition including food establishment and incidental wholesale and retail of baked goods, incidental beer and wine for seated on-site consumption, 12-7-2021
1812 Virginia – 2-story residential addition to existing SFD including partial demolition of a portion of the rear of the house 12-7-2021
925 University – Food establishment with sale of beer and wine, 12-22-2021
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSESSIONS
December 7 –1. WETA/Ferry Service at the Marina, 2. Presentation by Bay Restoration Authority, 3. Update Zero Waste Rates and Priorities,
January 20 (Thursday) – Update on City’s COVID-19 Response and
Public Works/Infrastructure Presentation
February 15 – Homeless and Mental Health Services
March 15 – Housing Element Update
April 19 – Fire Department Standards of Coverage Study
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Alameda County LAFCO Presentation
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Civic Center – Old City Hall and Veterans Memorial Building
Mid-Year Budget Report FY 2022
Worth Noting:
We are in the push to pack in year-end meetings and this coming week is very full. Please take a scan of all the meetings. What looks to be the most significant will be listed in the quick summary. The December 14th Council meeting agenda is available for comment. When December 14th arrives, Council will vote on mid-year budget allocations.
Tuesday evening at 6 pm item 2 on the City Council agenda is the Pier-Ferry feasibility study. The cost of the pier-ferry project is $93 million without $32 million for two electric ferries. (the studies I have read it is less polluting per person to drive across the bridge alone than to ride an ordinary ferry) WETA Directors have been promised the Berkeley pier-ferry project will not impact the WETA budget of which only approximately 30% is covered by fares. The Dec 7 council special meeting is HYBRID – choice of attending in person, zoom or teleconference.
Wednesday evening at 5 pm CEAC will hear the Bee City recommendations. At 7 pm the Le Conte Neighborhood, BNC and CENA will sponsor together a HYBRID meeting (in-person or zoom) on Berkeley’s pilot project to charge parking in residential neighborhoods. Protection of Burrowing Owls is item 9 on the agenda of the 7 pm Parks and Waterfront Commission meeting. The Police accountability Board meets at 7 pm with a full agenda.
Thursday morning at 10 am the council Budget and Finance Committee will review the mid-year budget referrals and set priorities for the Dec 14th full council vote. Thursday evening council will hear an update on the housing element and process toward planning for adding 8934 residential units in Berkeley.
Sunday, December 5, 2021 - No City meetings or events found
Monday, December 6, 2021
Civic Arts Commission - Public Art Committee at 2:30 pm pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86089984060
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 860 8998 4060
AGENDA: 4.a. Measure T1 Phase 2 Project Sites, b. Approval purchase of artwork by Susan Duhan Felix from current Civic Center Exhibit for $500.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CivicArtsCommissionHomepage/
Personnel Board at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87851487853?pwd=cDF5dHR5V2Y5UEtReHFNcVBqd0VFZz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 878 5148 7853 Passcode: 621891
AGENDA: III. Public comment, V. Recommendation to Re-establish the Classification and Salary Range of Senior Engineering Inspector, VI. Recommendation to Revise the Minimum Qualification for Mechanic, VII. Recommendation to Establish the Classifications Limited Term EMT and Single Function Paramedic, VIII. Recommendation to Revise the Assistant Fire Chief Classification.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Personnel_Board_Homepage.aspx
Police Accountability Board - Director Search at 12:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81733332670
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 817 3333 2670
AGENDA: 4. Discussion with Brett Byers of Byers Group regarding Director of Police Accountability Board candidate profile.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/ContentDisplay.aspx?id=162752
Ashby and North Berkeley BART Community Advisory Group at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83300022104?
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 833 0002 2104 Passcode: 058030
AGENDA: 2. Recognition CAG work – Mayor Arreguin and BART Board, 3. Process going forward, 4. CAG questions, 5. Public Comment.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/bartplanning/
Tuesday, December 7, 2021
City Council Special Meeting at 6 pm,
HYBRID: In-Person, Zoom and Teleconference
In-person at 1231 Addison
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86272802670
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 862 7280 2670
AGENDA: CONSENT: 1. Presentation by the San Francisco Bay Restoration Authority, 2. Large Scale Ferry Feasibility Study – A Preferred Concept, 3. Zero Waste Fund Proposed Five Year (FY 2023-2027) Rate Schedules,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Police Accountability Board Special Meeting at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82318238840
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 823 1823 8840
AGENDA: 3. Public Comment, 4.a. Training: Meet and Confer; Meyers-Milias-Brown Act, Presentation by Timothy Davis, Partner, Burke, Williams & Sorensen, LLP, 5/ Public Comment. Closed Session: 6. Conference with Labor Negotiators: Designated representatives; Jon Holtzman Labor Negotiator: Katherine Lee(employee organization Berkeley Police Association)
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/ContentDisplay.aspx?id=162752
Wednesday, December 8, 2021
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board - IRA/AGA Registration Committee at 5 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83526663329?pwd=ZkdCRVhkNmt5TnZRQkFQTXU5c0twdz09
Teleconference: 1-408-638-0968 Meeting ID: 835 2666 3329 Passcode: 938658
AGENDA: 4. Public Comment, 5. Possible action regarding amending Regulations 801 and 1311 to make clear landlords may not evict tenants from rental proptery until all current registration information has been filled out with the BOARD, 6. City’s General Plan, 7. Potential 2022 ballot initiatives.
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Board of Library Trustees at 6:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86042306505
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 860 4230 6505
AGENDA: IV. 1st qtr Budget Report.
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
Civic Arts Commission at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84636357745
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 846 3635 7745
AGENDA: 4. Presentation Affordable Housing for Artists and Cultural Workers, Presentation of Survey Findings and Recommendations, 7.a. Measure T1 Phase 2 Project Sites, b. Alternate Civic Arts Commission representative to DRC for February 2022, c. Approval of purchase of Susan Duhan Felix art for Civic center Exhibition for $500.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CivicArtsCommissionHomepage/
Commission on Disability at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89243500746?pwd=NGQ3d0NQVnkzUG01QVIvUVhoQUlDUT09
Teleconference: Meeting ID:
AGENDA: No agenda posted – posting the community calendar looks to be an error
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Disability_Homepage.aspx
Community Environmental Advisory Commission (CEAC) at 5 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85755206504
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 857 5520 6504
AGENDA: 2. Public Comment, 5. Report from Chair, 6. Report from Toxics Management Division, 8. Discussion/Action Recommendation from Bee City USA.
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Community_Environmental_Advisory_Commission/
Parks and Waterfront Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/96974512296
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 969 7451 2296
AGENDA: 5. Public comment, 6. Chair report, 7. Director Report, 8. Vision 2050 / Measure T1 Mailer Update 9. Protection for the burrowing owls at Cesar Chavez Park, 10. Wind and Solar Power at the Marina, 11. Parks and Waterfront Commission accomplishments/review and closure.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Parks_and_Waterfront_Commission.aspx
Police Accountability Board Regular Meeting at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82237902987
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 822 3790 2987
AGENDA: 3. Public Comment, 5. Chair - Update Reimagining Public Safety Task Force, 6. Director – Update status complaints, update training, 7. Chief Report - crime/cases, 8. Subcommittee reports a. Fair & Impartial Policing, b. director Search, c. Regulations, d. Mental Health Response, 9.a. City attorney Conflict of interest issues, b. Revision Body worn camera Policies, c. Update regarding Oct 15 incident involving a gun at Berkeley High, d. Appoint additional members to Mental Health Response Subcommittee, 10.a. Update from Interim Chief regarding progress on implementing Council directives regarding Fair & Impartial Policing, b. PAB Standing Rules on Dec 14 Council agenda, c. Vaccination status BPD employee, Closed Session: 12. Complaint #3 13. Complaint #1, 14. Complaint #2.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/ContentDisplay.aspx?id=162752
Le Conte Neighborhood Assn with Berkeley Neighborhoods Council and CENA at 7 pm
HYBRID: In-Person and zoom
In-person at 2236 Parker – Life Adventist Church
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89955792318?pwd=TU95SHdUd0RwK1lJV2dwenRWcDEzQT09
Teleconference: Meeting ID:
AGENDA: Forum on Berkeley’s “Smart Space” pilot project to add hourly rates to residential parking, Presentation by Gordon Hansen, Berkeley Transportation Planner.
Meeting will be recorded
Thursday, December 9, 2021
City Council Budget & Finance Committee at 10 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88503305300
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 885 0330 5300
AGENDA: 1. Arreguin - Criteria and Timing for AAO Process, 2. CM - Council Fiscal Policies, 4. CM - Budget Referrals and AAO 5. Parks and Waterfront Commission – Rebuild Fund and Stabilize Finances, 6. FY 2021 4th qtr Investment Report.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Budget___Finance.aspx
City Council Special Meeting at 6 pm, - Zoom and Teleconference
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82263821024
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 822 6382 1024
AGENDA: 1. Housing Element Update Workshop Work Session – Berkeley assigned to add 8934 residential units – with the sites inventory to accommodate between 9750 and 10,500 units (a new twist).
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board - Eviction/Section 8/Foreclosure Committee at 5:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88546126766?pwd=SHFQb0IzV2Y2bZVZRndyV0ErQU11Zz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 885 4612 6766 Passcode: 147959
AGENDA: 4. Public Comment, 5. Presentation/Discussion from Eviction Defense Center and East Bay Community Law Center, 6. Presentation/Discussion Owner Move-in Evictions/Measure AA Report.
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Zoning Adjustment Board at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89676870151
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 896 7687 0151
AGENDA: 3. 1151 Grizzly Peak – recommend continue to January 13, 2022
4. 2345 Channing – on consent – eliminate dwelling unit previously located at the First Congregational Church of Berkeley
5. 1634 and 1640 San Pablo – on consent - permit modification – increase height, gross floor area and accessory structure (approved by ZAB 6/1-/2021,
6. 1837 Berkeley Way – recommend approve - demolish rear SFD and construct a new 3-story 3-unit residential building with a rear setback of approximately 3 – 6 feet on 6,250 sq ft lot with two SFD
7. 1643 and 1647 California – recommend approve – create new lower basement level construct new, 2nd story and modify existing duplex layout resulting in 3,763 sq ft duplex
8. 1201 – 1205 San Pablo – new public hearing provide advisory comments – construct 6-story, mixed-use building on vacant lot, with 66 units (including 5 Very-low income units) 1,720 sq ft of commercial space, 2514 sq ft of usable open space and 17-28 ground-level parking spaces.
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
Water Emergency Transportation Authority (WETA) at 1 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89718217408
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 897 1821 7408 Passcode: 33779
AGENDA: 5. Staff reports: Fare Integration Study, PEPRA (Public Employees Pension Reform Act), Treasure Island CPUC filing, SSF Pilot Service, Financials, ridership,
https://weta.sanfranciscobayferry.com/next-board-meeting
Friday, December 10, 2021 - REDUCED SERVICE DAY
Saturday, December 11, 2021
Berkeley Neighborhoods Council (BNC) meeting cancelled, BNC will join the LeConte Neighborhood meeting Wednesday evening.
Sunday, December 12, 2021 - No City meetings or events found
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FULL AGENDA for Dec 14th City Council Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83481524655
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 834 8154 4655
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
CONSENT: 1. Bayer Development Agreement 2nd reading, 2. Berkeley Election Reform 2nd reading, 3. Commission Reorganization merging Animal Care Commission into Parks and Waterfront 2nd reading, 4. Continue to meet via videoconference, 5, Ratify Local Covid emergency, 6. Minutes, 7. CoB 2022 State and Federal Legislative Platform – establishes priorities as homelessness, housing, economic development, infrastructure, public safety, sustainability and the environment and health – climate did not reach priority level and equity did not rate a mention, 8. Extension of Interim Director of Police Accountability Board, 9. PO $70,000 with Protiviti Government Services: Using GSA for vehicle no. GS-35F-0280X. 10. Formal bid solicitations $960,000, 11. Contract $150,000 with RLH & Associates, initial contract for 2 years, for Providing Temporary Governmental Financial Consulting Services for the Finance Department, 12. Contract $150,000 with Valdes and Moreno for Professional Services for the Microbond Financing Pilot Program, 13. Contract $300,000 from 9/13/2021 – 8/31/20211 with Gainey Scientific for Project Management & Consulting for the Fire Dept with an option to extend for an additional 2 years for total contract amount not to exceed $900,000, 14. Revenue $80,000 FY2022 Federal COVID-19 Funding from HHS CARES Act Provider Relief Fund, 15. Revenue Contract $250,000 with Positas College for Instructional Service Agreement to support Fire Dept Training 7/20/021 – 7/19/2024, 16. Contract $65,956 Participation Agreement and any amendments with CA Mental Health Services Authority for Statewide Prevention and Early Intervention Project thru 6/30/2022, 17. Contract to accept $274,202 Community Services Block Grant, 18. Authorize Amendment to CalPers Contract to effect changes to cost sharing agreement between City and Unrepresented PEPRA members in Unrepresented Employees Group, 19. Contract add $381,137 total $996,117 from 12/15/2021 – 6/30/2024 with Digital Hands for Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) Monitoring, 20. Contract $300,000 with Alcor Solutions, Inc. for Managed Services and Upgrade for ServiceNow Application 7/1/2022-6/30/2024, 21. Contract add $133,420 total $2,192,611 from 12/12/2021-6/30/2023, 22. Contract add $733,720 total $2,288,950 and extend term to 6/30/2024 with Tyler technologies, Inc for Professional Services and Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD) software, 23. Cash Donation $26,566 to install fencing for a dog park at Aquatic Park, 24. Contract $900,000 from 1/3/2021-6/30/2025 with Cumming Management Group, Inc for Project Management Services for the African American Holistic Resource Center, 25. Contract $100,000 includes contingency $8,251.33 with Get IT Tech for new electronic gate system at the waterfront, 26. Contract $326,723 with Best Contracting Services, Inc for Fire Station No. 3 Re-Roofing Project at 2710 Russell, 27. PO $345,000 with Arata Equipment Company for one 18-year rear loader, 28. Authorization for Additional Public Works Commission in 2021, 29. Arreguin, co-sponsors Taplin, Robinson, Bartlett – Allocating Remainder of Berkeley Relief Fund, 30. Arreguin, co-sponsors Taplin, Bartlett, Hahn – Relinquishment of up to $500 to 11th Annual MLK Jr Celebration, 31. Arreguin, co-so-sponsor Hahn – Resolution support Bay Adapt: Regional Strategy for Rising Bay, 32. Kesarwani, co-sponsors Wengraf, Droste, Bartlett – Referral to CM to Streamline ADU Permit Review and Approval, 33. Taplin – Budget Referral Pedestrian Crossing Improvements at Ashby and Action, 34. Taplin – Russell Bicycle and Pedestrian Improvements, $50,000-Traffic Circle at Russell & King, $60,000-Cycle Track Crossing at Russell & San Pablo, $250,000-Pedestrian Hybrid Beacons at Russell & Sacramento, 35. Taplin, co-sponsors Bartlett, Hahn, Arreguin – Just Transition from Fossil Fuel Economy, 36. Taplin – Reaffirm City Endorsement of a Carbon Fee and Dividend letter to Barbara Lee, Dianne Feinstein and Alex Padilla, 37. Bartlett – Refer to CM and Community Health Commission Health Care Facility Oversight, 38. Hahn – Consideration of Expansion of Paid Parking to 7 days per week to Support Parking Meter Fund and Improved Pedestrian and Bicycle Facilities, 39. Robinson – Letter to UC President Michael Drake in Support of Student Researchers United-UAW, 40. Robinson, co-sponsor Hahn – Letter of Support for H.R. 4194 Peoples Response Act which would create Division of Community Safety and provide grants to local governments, state governments and community based organizations to support non-carceral approaches to public safety, ACTION: 41. CM – Amending paragraph NN of BMC Section 19.48.020, 42. CM – Public Hearing Residential Preferential Parking Program on 1600 block of Lincoln, 43. Fees: Vital Records, 44. FY 2021 Year End and FY 2022 1st qtr Budget Update, 45. YF 2022 Annual Appropriations Ordinance – mid-year budget adjustment and allocations - Appropriations Ordinance $177, 309,914 (gross) and $163,076,585 (net), 46. CM – Response to Council - Amendments to ADU Ordinance, 47. CM-Response to Council Amendments to ADU Ordinance Public Safety Concerns, 48. Ratification of Police Accountability Board’s Standing Rules, INFORMATION REPORTS: 49. Tobacco Prevention Program.
Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
1527 Sacramento – 2nd story addition date 2-22-2021
2956 Hillegass - addition to nonconforming structure date 2-8-2021
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with End of Appeal Period,
SFD = Single Family Dwelling
1860 Capistrano – Alterations in the non-conforming left side yard and addition over 14 ft in average height to enclose the 15 sq ft balcony and the 43 sq ft rear balcony to add 58 sq ft, 12-7-2021
1259 Cornell – Raise existing 1-story SFD to become 2-story and increase height from 13’8” to 22’ 10.5” and add 716 sq ft, 12-22-2021
725 Folger – Add business support service use to an existing office building 12-7-2021
1488 Grizzly Peak – Major Residential addition over 14 ft and over 20 ft in Hillside Overly 12-7-2021
2717 Marin – Install an unenclosed hot tub in a side yard of a SFD 12-7-2021
2740 Prince – 1st and 2nd floor addition at rear of existing SFD, 12-22-2021
628 San Miguel – Unenclosed hot tub to rear of SFD 12-7-2021
1634 San Pablo – Demolition of existing commercial building and construction of 1768 sq ft addition including food establishment and incidental wholesale and retail of baked goods, incidental beer and wine for seated on-site consumption, 12-7-2021
1812 Virginia – 2-story residential addition to existing SFD including partial demolition of a portion of the rear of the house 12-7-2021
925 University – Food establishment with sale of beer and wine, 12-22-2021
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSESSIONS
December 7 –1. WETA/Ferry Service at the Marina, 2. Presentation by Bay Restoration Authority, 3. Update Zero Waste Rates and Priorities,
January 20 (Thursday) – Update on City’s COVID-19 Response and
Public Works/Infrastructure Presentation
February 15 – Homeless and Mental Health Services
March 15 – Housing Element Update
April 19 – Fire Department Standards of Coverage Study
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Alameda County LAFCO Presentation
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Civic Center – Old City Hall and Veterans Memorial Building
Mid-Year Budget Report FY 2022
November 28 - December 5, 2021
Worth Noting:
Expect extra Council meetings to be called on short notice before Council leaves on Winter Recess. Council Winter recess is December 15, 2021 – January 17, 2022. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
December 1, 2021 at 5 pm is the deadline to submit response to the DEIR for the Ashby and North Berkeley BART Station Housing Projects is https://www.cityofberkeley.info/bartplanning/ (395 pages)
Vision 2050 Survey – the City is planning for a major bond measure in 2022 on infrastructure: tinyurl.com/2050survey
Sunday, November 28th is the Berkeley Equity Summit series at 6 pm provided in collaboration with Friends of Adeline on protecting your home ownership.
Monday the Agenda and Rules Committee at 2:30 pm will be reviewing the agenda for December 14, the last council meeting before winter recess.
Tuesday is the Regular City Council meeting at 6 pm. The agenda is long with 24. Development Agreement and certification of FEIR with Bayer, 26 Commission Reorganization merging the Parks and Waterfront Commission and the Animal Care Commission, 27 The Surveillance Technology Report and 28 the Budget Referral for Automatic License Plate Readers.
Wednesday the FITES Committee meets at 2:30 pm on establishing emergency GHG emission limits ordinance and native plant ordinance referral. The Energy Commission meets at 5 pm, the Independent Redistricting Commission meets at 6 pm and the Planning Commission meets at 7 pm.
Thursday the Land Use Committee meets at 10:30 am and the Landmarks Preservation Commission meets at 7 pm. The Reimagining Public Safety Task Force is scheduled to meet, however, it is not posted. Check after Monday for time and zoom link. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/RIPST.aspx
Saturday, December 4th is the Native Plant extravaganza from 10 am – 4 pm with a percentage of the proceeds going to support the spring Native Plant Garden Tour. If you are unfamiliar with why native plants our so important to the health of pollinators (bees and butterflies) and birds and us watching one of the many videos with Douglas Tallamy should help here are two to choose from:
Restoring the Little Things that Run the World (60 minutes)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cN7-jzL40zQ
Nature’s Best Hope Conservation that Starts in Your Yard (90 minutes)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IAzDP0wQI78
Sunday, November 28, 2021
Berkeley Equity Summit Series 6 at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://bit.ly/3qHQV2H
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 or 1-253-215-8782 Meeting ID: 810 7490 9352 Passcode: 692041
AGENDA: Community Conversation about Receivership, Probate, Pitfalls and Deceptive Tactics to steal BIPOC Homeownership. Protect your home and stop BIPOC Displacement.
Series provided in collaboration with Friends of Adeline Neighborhood Group
Monday, November 29, 2021
Agenda and Rules Committee at 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85877795250
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 858 7779 5250
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda items and items 1-7, 2. Review of 12/14/2021 6 pm Regular city Council meeting – full proposed agenda follows list of city meetings by day or use link, 3. Berkeley considers, 4. Adjournments in memory, 5. Council worksessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land use calendar, REFERRED ITEMS for REVIEW: 8. Impact of COVID-19 on meetings, 9. In-person meetings, UNSCHEDULED ITEMS: 10. Design and strengthening of policy committee process, 11. Strengthening and supporting city commissions.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
Tuesday, November 30, 2021
City Council CLOSED session at 3:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84061822756
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 840 6182 2756
AGENDA: 1. Conference with Legal Counsel whether to register as an eligible Non-litigating Subdivision in nationwide settlements to resolve all opioid litigations, 2.a. Existing litigation Oceanview Neighborhood Council v. CoB 1444 Fifth St RG21091748, b. .Existing litigation Oceanview Neighborhood Council v. CoB 1442 Fifth St Case No. 21CV001971, 3. Conference Real Property Negotiators 1007 University, (Bauman College) 4. Conference with Labor Negotiators: Employee Organizations Berkeley firefighters Local 1227, Berkeley Fir Fighters Association Local 1227 I.A.F.F. / Berkeley Chief Fire Officers Assoc., IBEW, Local 1245, SEIU 1021, Community Services and Part-Time Recreation Activity Leaders, DEIU 1021 Maintenance and Clerical Public Employees Union Local 1, Unrepresented Employees, Berkeley Police Assoc.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2021/11_Nov/City_Council__11-30-2021_Closed_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
City Council REGULAR Meeting at 6 pm,
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82259683632
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 822 5968 3632
AGENDA: Use link or go to end of email for full agenda
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Wednesday, December 1, 2021
City Council Facilities, Infrastructure, Transportation, Environment & Sustainability Committee at 2:30 pm,
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81902157907
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 819 0215 7907
AGENDA: CONSENT: Public Comment on non-agenda items, 2. Harrison, co-sponsor Hahn - Adopt an Ordinance Adding New Chapter 12.01 to BMC Establishing Emergency Greenhouse Gas Limits, Process for Updated Climate Action Plan, Monitoring, Evaluation, Reporting and Regional Collaboration, 3. Taplin - Native and Drought Resistant Plants and Landscaping Ordinance Referral.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Facilities,_Infrastructure,_Transportation,_Environment,___Sustainability.aspx
Disaster and Fire Safety Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85215150264
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 852 1515 0264
AGENDA: 1. a. Measure FF, b. Measure GG, c. Dept activities, 3. Revisiting Cmmission’s Recommendations to Use FF Funds, 4. Criteria for Use of Portion of Measure FF Funds for Vegetation Clearance on Private Land, 6. More Budget Details for Measure GG v. General Fund Allocation for Overtime, 7. Timeline for Input on Budget Cycle, 8. Policy on Eucalyptus trees removal and suppression, 9. Defensible Space, 10. Home Hardening, 11. Possibility of recording meetings, 12. CERT and Related Preparedness Programs, 13. Grant Programs.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Disaster_and_Fire_Safety_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Energy Commission at 5 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82889451883
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 828 8945 1883
AGENDA: 5. Update Chair, 6. Update Staff on Climate Equity Fund, EBCE transition outreach, staffing update, Discussion and Action: 7. Presentation on vision 2050 Infrastructure Bond, 8. Consideration of Berkeley Energy Commission 2022 Calendar, 9. Commission consolidation with CEAC, 10. Response to council referral on Reusable Bags.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Energy_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Independent Redistricting Commission at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84948847183
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 849 4884 7183
AGENDA: 2. Appointment at-large alternate commissioner, 3. Review of Community of Interest Form Submissions, 4. Review of Map Submissions.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/irc/
https://redistricting-commission-berkeley.hub.arcgis.com/
Planning Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83800308140
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 838 0030 8140
AGENDA: 9. Public Hearing: Tentative Tract Map #8621 – 1169 – 1173 Hearst – would convert the sole ownership of the entire property into individual units – two duplex units (common interest development / condominiums) and an existing single-family dwelling unit for a total of seven buildings and 13 dwelling units,
10. Presentation: Zoning Ordinance Revision Project ZORP (updating zoning)
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Thursday, December 2, 2021
City Council Land Use, Housing & Economic Development Committee at 10:30 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83358093456
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 833 5809 3456
AGENDA: Public Comment non-agenda items, 2. Taplin, Streamlining Toxic Remediation in Manufacturing Districts.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Land_Use,_Housing___Economic_Development.aspx
Reimagining Public Safety Task Force at 6 pm (check time when posted)
AGENDA and zoom link are not posted, check after Monday
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/RIPST.aspx
Landmarks Preservation Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82744090204
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 827 4409 0204
AGENDA: 5. 2523 Piedmont – Wurts-Lenfest House – open public hearing consider to grant designation status to residential property
6. 1940 Hearst – James T. Stocker-Loni Ding House– open public hearing consider to grant designation status to residential property
7. 1710 University – Demolition referral
9. Initiative for city-wide historic resources survey
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/landmarkspreservationcommission/
Friday, December 3, 2021 – no meetings or events found
Saturday, December 4, 2021
Native Plant Extravaganza 10 am – 4 pm
A percentage of the proceeds go to support the spring Berkeley Native Plant Tour
Shop in-person:
East Bay Wilds Native Plant Nursery at 2777 Foothill Blvd corner of 28th Ave and Foothil with entrance on 28th (accept cash, check or Paypal – no credit cards) https://www.eastbaywilds.com/
Watershed Nursery at 601 Canal St in Point Richmond https://www.watershednursery.com/
On-line
Green Thumb Works https://www.greenthumbworks.net/
Sunday, December 5, 2021
Watershed Nursery at 601 Canal St in Point Richmond https://www.watershednursery.com/
Is open on Sunday 10 am – 4 pm
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Agenda and Rules Committee at 2:30 pm
(FULL DRAFT AGENDA for Dec 14th)
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85877795250
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 858 7779 5250
Review of DRAFT AGENDA for 12/14/2021 6 pm Regular city Council meeting
CONSENT: 1. Resolution to continue Legislative meetings via Videoconference and Teleconference, 2. Resolution ratifying COVID-19 Emergency, 3. Minutes, 4. Extension of Interim Director of Police Accountability Board, 5. PO $70,000 with Protiviti Government Services: Using GSA for vehicle no. GS-35F-0280X. 5. Formal bid solicitations $960,000, 7. Contract $150,000 with RLH & Associates, initial contract for 2 years, for Providing Temporary Governmental Financial Consulting Services for the Finance Department, 8. Contract $150,000 with Valdes and Moreno for Professional Services for the Microbond Financing Pilot Program, 9. Contract $300,000 from 9/13/2021 – 8/31/20211 with Galney Scientific for Project Management & Consulting for the Fire Dept with an option to extend for an additional 2 years for total contract amount not to exceed $900,000, 10. Revenue $80,000 FY2022 Federal COVID-19 Funding from HHS CARES Act Provider Relief Fund, 11. Revenue Contract $250,000 with Positas College for Instructional Service Agreement to support Fire Dept Training 7/20/021 – 7/19/2024, 12. Contract $65,956 Participation Agreement and any amendments with CA Mental Health Services Authority for Statewide Prevention and Early Intervention Project thru 6/30/2022, 13. Contract to accept $274,202 Community Services Block Grant, 14. Authorize Amendment to CalPers Contract to effect changes to cost sharing agreement between City and Unrepresented PEPRA members in Unrepresented Employees Group, 15. Contract add $381,137 total $996,117 from 12/15/2021 – 6/30/2024 with Digital Hands for Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) Monitoring, 16. Contract $300,000 with Alcor Solutions, Inc. for Managed Services and Upgrade for ServiceNow Application 7/1/2022-6/30/2024, 17. Contract add $133,420 total $2,192,611 from 12/12/2021-6/30/2023, 18. Contract add $733,720 total $2,288,950 and extend term to 6/30/2024 with Tyler technologies, Inc for Professional Services and Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD) software, 19. Cash Donation $26,566 to install fencing for a dog park at Aquatic Park, 20. Contract $900,000 from 1/3/2021-6/30/2025 with Cumming Management Group, Inc for Project Management Services for the African American Holistic Resource Center, 21. Contract $100,000 includes contingency $8,251.33 with Get IT Tech for new electronic gate system at the waterfront, 22. Contract $326,723 with Best Contracting Services, Inc for Fire Station No. 3 Re-Roofing Project at 2710 Russell, 23. PO $345,000 with Arata Equipment Company for one 18-year rear loader, 24. Ratification of Police Accountability Board’s Standing Rules, 25. Authorization for additional Public Works Commission meeting in 2021, 26. Arreguin – Allocating Remainder of Berkeley Relief Fund, 27. Arreguin – Relinquishment of up to $500 to 11th Annual MLK Jr Celebration, 28. Arreguin – Resolution support Bay Adapt: Regional Strategy for Rising Bay, 29. Taplin – Budget Referral Pedestrian Crossing Improvements at Ashby and Action, 30. Taplin – Russell Bicycle and Pedestrian Improvements, $50,000-Traffic Circle at Russell & King, $60,000-Cycle Track Crossing at Russell & San Pablo, $250,000-Pedestrian Hybrid Beacons at Russell & Sacramento, 31. Taplin, co-sponsors Bartlett, Hahn, Arreguin – Just Transition from Fossil Fuel Economy, 32. Taplin – Reaffirm City Endorsement of a Carbon Fee and Dividend letter to Barbara Lee, Dianne Feinstein and Alex Padilla, 33. Robinson – Letter to UC President Michael Drake in Support of Student Researchers United-UAW, 34. Taplin – Letter of Support for H.R. 4194 Peoples Response Act which would create Division of Community Safety and provide grants to local governments, state governments and community based organizations to support non-carceral approaches to public safety, ACTION: 35. CM – Response to Council - Amendments to ADU Ordinance, 36. CM-Response to Council Amendments to ADU Ordinance Public Safety Concerns, 37. CM – Amending paragraph NN of BMC Section 19.48.020, 38. CM – Public Hearing Residential Preferential Parking Program on 1600 block of Lincoln, 39. CM – FY 2021 Year-End and FY 2022 First Quarter Budget Update, 40. Amendment FY 2022 Annual Appropriations Ordinance $177, 309,914 (gross) and $163,076,585 (net), 41. City of Berkeley’s 2022 State and Federal Legislative Platform, 42.a.Liam Garland & b. Public Works Commission Street Maintenance and Rehabilitation Policy and 5-year Paving Plan, 43.a. Parks and Waterfront Commission & b. Scott Ferris Adopt-a-Spot, 44. Kesarwani, co-sponsors Wengraf, Droste, Bartlett – Referral to CM to Streamline ADU Permit Review and Approval, 45. Barlett – Refer to CM and Community Health Commission Health Care Facility Oversight, 46. Hahn – Consideration of Expansion of Paid Parking to 7 days per week to Support Parking Meter Fund and Improved Pedestrian and Bicycle Facilities, INFORMATION REPORTS: Tobacco Prevention Program.
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November 30, 2021 City Council Regular meeting at 6 pm
(Nov 30th FULL AGENDA)
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82259683632
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 822 5968 3632
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
AGENDA CONSENT: 1. Opt-in to Countywide Organics Reduction and Recycling Ordinance, 2. Minutes, 3. Grant Approval - Application for $50,000 from San Francisco Foundation support for 100% affordable housing at BART stations, 4. MOU between CoB and Rent Board to implement Ronald V. Dellums Fair Chance Housing Ordinance, 5, Formal bid solicitations $340,000, 6. Proposed Ordinance Rescinding Ordinance 7.788-N.S. and Amending Paragraph NN of BMC Section 19.48.020 (“Amendments to the California Fire Code”) to language which existed prior to October 26, 2021 – this is about the requirements for sprinklers in projects in fire zones 2 & 3 in the hills, 7. Contract $99,000 with Blaisdell’s Business Products for new office and classroom furniture for the North Berkeley Senior Center, 8. Amend Contract add $210,000 and extend for 1 year with Youth Spirit Artworks Mental Health and Case management Services, 9. Amend contract add $47,999 total $400,915 thru June 30, 2024 with Mental Health Services Help@Hand Participation Agreement, 10. Contract $1,200,000 with Alameda County Network of Mental Health Clients (Berkeley Drop-in Center), Options Recovery and Women’s Daytime Drop-in Center, 11. Contract $150,000 with NEED (Needle Exchange Emergency Distribution 7-1-2021 – 6-30-2024, 12. Grant Application $1,104, 320 with CAL FIRE and Community Forestry tree planting, 13. Resolution approving electrification strategy of existing Berkeley Buildings, 14. Resolution to adopt Cities Race to Zero Campaign to establish 2030 emission reduction target 60.5% from 2018 levels, 15. Add $300,000 total $600,000with Siemens Industry for Fire and Life Safety Systems Maintenance and extend to 12-31-2024, 16. Contract add $150,000 total $650,000 with First Carbon Solutions, Inc for CEQA compliance for Solid Waste Recycling and extend to 6-30-2022, 17. Purchase order $305,900 with PB Loader Corporation for two chipper trucks, 18. Arreguin – refer $20,000 to 2021 AAO (mid-year budget) for Berkeley Age-Friendly Continuum, 19. Arreguin – Reappointment of Dr. P. Robert Beatty to Alameda Co. Mosquito Abatement District Board of Trustees, 20. Arreguin – Budget Referral $100,000 to support recovery of Habitot, 21. Harrison, co-sponsor Bartlett - Budget Referral Establishing a Pilot Existing Building Electrification, 22. Hahn, Co-sponsor Harrison – Referral to CM to create system to better document, communicate, and prioritize Public Works requests from BUSD and establish protocols for BUSD to coordinate directly with Public Works, 23. Wengraf – Budget referral $100,000 to improve pedestrian safety where sidewalks are NOT provided, ACTION: 24. Public Hearing – Bayer Healthcare LLC Certification of FEIR and Development Agreement, 25. Fair Campaign Practices Commission – Amendments to Berkeley Election Reform Act: 1) Make public financing available to candidates for Auditor, School Board Director, Rent Stabilization Board Commissioner, 2) Clarify use of funds, 3) requirements for unspent funds, 4) new process to return unused funds, 5) cost of living adjustment for contributions in January of each odd0numbered year, 26. Commission Reorganization: Creating the Parks, Recreation and Waterfront Commission – merges the existing Children, Youth and Recreation Commission and the existing Berkeley Animal Care Commission into the Parks and Waterfront Commission, 27. CM – Resolution accept Surveillance Technology Report for Automatic License Plate Readers (ALPR), GPS Trackers, Body Worn Cameras, an Street Level Imagery Project, 28. Taplin, co-sponsors Droste, Wengraf – Budget Referral for Automatic License Plate Readers (ALPR), INFORMATION REPORTS: 29. Quarterly Update on short term referral process, 30. 4th Quarter Investment Report, 31. Annual Report Condominium Conversion Program, 32. Berkeley’s Community-wide GHG inventory.
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
1527 Sacramento – 2nd story addition date 2-22-2021
2956 Hillegass - addition to nonconforming structure date 2-8-2021
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with End of Appeal Period,
SFD = Single Family Dwelling
1860 Capistrano – Alterations in the non-conforming left side yard and addition over 14 ft in average height to enclose the 15 sq ft balcony and the 43 sq ft rear balcony to add 58 sq ft, 12-7-2021
2345 Channing – rebuild the fire damaged 20,794 SF Pilgrim Hall addition with a new 9,675 SF wing on the campus of the First Congregational Church of Berkeley 12-2-2021
725 Folger – Add business support service use to an existing office building 12-7-2021
1488 Grizzly Peak – Major Residential addition over 14 ft and over 20 ft in Hillside Overly 12-7-2021
2717 Marin – Install an unenclosed hot tub in a side yard of a SFD 12-7-2021
628 San Miguel – Unenclosed hot tub to rear of SFD 12-7-2021
1812 Virginia – 2-story residential addition to existing SFD including partial demolition of a portion of the rear of the house 12-7-2021
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSESSIONS
December 7 –1. WETA/Ferry Service at the Marina, 2. Presentation by Bay Restoration Authority, 3. Update Zero Waste Rates and Priorities,
January 20 (Thursday) – Update on City’s COVID-19 Response and
Public Works/Infrastructure Presentation
February 15 – Homeless and Mental Health Services
March 15 – Housing Element Update
April 19 – Fire Department Standards of Coverage Study
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Alameda County LAFCO Presentation
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Civic Center – Old City Hall and Veterans Memorial Building
Mid-Year Budget Report FY 2022
Worth Noting:
Expect extra Council meetings to be called on short notice before Council leaves on Winter Recess. Council Winter recess is December 15, 2021 – January 17, 2022. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
December 1, 2021 at 5 pm is the deadline to submit response to the DEIR for the Ashby and North Berkeley BART Station Housing Projects is https://www.cityofberkeley.info/bartplanning/ (395 pages)
Vision 2050 Survey – the City is planning for a major bond measure in 2022 on infrastructure: tinyurl.com/2050survey
Sunday, November 28th is the Berkeley Equity Summit series at 6 pm provided in collaboration with Friends of Adeline on protecting your home ownership.
Monday the Agenda and Rules Committee at 2:30 pm will be reviewing the agenda for December 14, the last council meeting before winter recess.
Tuesday is the Regular City Council meeting at 6 pm. The agenda is long with 24. Development Agreement and certification of FEIR with Bayer, 26 Commission Reorganization merging the Parks and Waterfront Commission and the Animal Care Commission, 27 The Surveillance Technology Report and 28 the Budget Referral for Automatic License Plate Readers.
Wednesday the FITES Committee meets at 2:30 pm on establishing emergency GHG emission limits ordinance and native plant ordinance referral. The Energy Commission meets at 5 pm, the Independent Redistricting Commission meets at 6 pm and the Planning Commission meets at 7 pm.
Thursday the Land Use Committee meets at 10:30 am and the Landmarks Preservation Commission meets at 7 pm. The Reimagining Public Safety Task Force is scheduled to meet, however, it is not posted. Check after Monday for time and zoom link. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/RIPST.aspx
Saturday, December 4th is the Native Plant extravaganza from 10 am – 4 pm with a percentage of the proceeds going to support the spring Native Plant Garden Tour. If you are unfamiliar with why native plants our so important to the health of pollinators (bees and butterflies) and birds and us watching one of the many videos with Douglas Tallamy should help here are two to choose from:
Restoring the Little Things that Run the World (60 minutes)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cN7-jzL40zQ
Nature’s Best Hope Conservation that Starts in Your Yard (90 minutes)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IAzDP0wQI78
Sunday, November 28, 2021
Berkeley Equity Summit Series 6 at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://bit.ly/3qHQV2H
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 or 1-253-215-8782 Meeting ID: 810 7490 9352 Passcode: 692041
AGENDA: Community Conversation about Receivership, Probate, Pitfalls and Deceptive Tactics to steal BIPOC Homeownership. Protect your home and stop BIPOC Displacement.
Series provided in collaboration with Friends of Adeline Neighborhood Group
Monday, November 29, 2021
Agenda and Rules Committee at 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85877795250
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 858 7779 5250
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda items and items 1-7, 2. Review of 12/14/2021 6 pm Regular city Council meeting – full proposed agenda follows list of city meetings by day or use link, 3. Berkeley considers, 4. Adjournments in memory, 5. Council worksessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land use calendar, REFERRED ITEMS for REVIEW: 8. Impact of COVID-19 on meetings, 9. In-person meetings, UNSCHEDULED ITEMS: 10. Design and strengthening of policy committee process, 11. Strengthening and supporting city commissions.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
Tuesday, November 30, 2021
City Council CLOSED session at 3:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84061822756
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 840 6182 2756
AGENDA: 1. Conference with Legal Counsel whether to register as an eligible Non-litigating Subdivision in nationwide settlements to resolve all opioid litigations, 2.a. Existing litigation Oceanview Neighborhood Council v. CoB 1444 Fifth St RG21091748, b. .Existing litigation Oceanview Neighborhood Council v. CoB 1442 Fifth St Case No. 21CV001971, 3. Conference Real Property Negotiators 1007 University, (Bauman College) 4. Conference with Labor Negotiators: Employee Organizations Berkeley firefighters Local 1227, Berkeley Fir Fighters Association Local 1227 I.A.F.F. / Berkeley Chief Fire Officers Assoc., IBEW, Local 1245, SEIU 1021, Community Services and Part-Time Recreation Activity Leaders, DEIU 1021 Maintenance and Clerical Public Employees Union Local 1, Unrepresented Employees, Berkeley Police Assoc.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2021/11_Nov/City_Council__11-30-2021_Closed_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
City Council REGULAR Meeting at 6 pm,
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82259683632
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 822 5968 3632
AGENDA: Use link or go to end of email for full agenda
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Wednesday, December 1, 2021
City Council Facilities, Infrastructure, Transportation, Environment & Sustainability Committee at 2:30 pm,
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81902157907
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 819 0215 7907
AGENDA: CONSENT: Public Comment on non-agenda items, 2. Harrison, co-sponsor Hahn - Adopt an Ordinance Adding New Chapter 12.01 to BMC Establishing Emergency Greenhouse Gas Limits, Process for Updated Climate Action Plan, Monitoring, Evaluation, Reporting and Regional Collaboration, 3. Taplin - Native and Drought Resistant Plants and Landscaping Ordinance Referral.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Facilities,_Infrastructure,_Transportation,_Environment,___Sustainability.aspx
Disaster and Fire Safety Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85215150264
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 852 1515 0264
AGENDA: 1. a. Measure FF, b. Measure GG, c. Dept activities, 3. Revisiting Cmmission’s Recommendations to Use FF Funds, 4. Criteria for Use of Portion of Measure FF Funds for Vegetation Clearance on Private Land, 6. More Budget Details for Measure GG v. General Fund Allocation for Overtime, 7. Timeline for Input on Budget Cycle, 8. Policy on Eucalyptus trees removal and suppression, 9. Defensible Space, 10. Home Hardening, 11. Possibility of recording meetings, 12. CERT and Related Preparedness Programs, 13. Grant Programs.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Disaster_and_Fire_Safety_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Energy Commission at 5 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82889451883
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 828 8945 1883
AGENDA: 5. Update Chair, 6. Update Staff on Climate Equity Fund, EBCE transition outreach, staffing update, Discussion and Action: 7. Presentation on vision 2050 Infrastructure Bond, 8. Consideration of Berkeley Energy Commission 2022 Calendar, 9. Commission consolidation with CEAC, 10. Response to council referral on Reusable Bags.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Energy_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Independent Redistricting Commission at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84948847183
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 849 4884 7183
AGENDA: 2. Appointment at-large alternate commissioner, 3. Review of Community of Interest Form Submissions, 4. Review of Map Submissions.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/irc/
https://redistricting-commission-berkeley.hub.arcgis.com/
Planning Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83800308140
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 838 0030 8140
AGENDA: 9. Public Hearing: Tentative Tract Map #8621 – 1169 – 1173 Hearst – would convert the sole ownership of the entire property into individual units – two duplex units (common interest development / condominiums) and an existing single-family dwelling unit for a total of seven buildings and 13 dwelling units,
10. Presentation: Zoning Ordinance Revision Project ZORP (updating zoning)
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Thursday, December 2, 2021
City Council Land Use, Housing & Economic Development Committee at 10:30 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83358093456
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 833 5809 3456
AGENDA: Public Comment non-agenda items, 2. Taplin, Streamlining Toxic Remediation in Manufacturing Districts.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Land_Use,_Housing___Economic_Development.aspx
Reimagining Public Safety Task Force at 6 pm (check time when posted)
AGENDA and zoom link are not posted, check after Monday
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/RIPST.aspx
Landmarks Preservation Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82744090204
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 827 4409 0204
AGENDA: 5. 2523 Piedmont – Wurts-Lenfest House – open public hearing consider to grant designation status to residential property
6. 1940 Hearst – James T. Stocker-Loni Ding House– open public hearing consider to grant designation status to residential property
7. 1710 University – Demolition referral
9. Initiative for city-wide historic resources survey
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/landmarkspreservationcommission/
Friday, December 3, 2021 – no meetings or events found
Saturday, December 4, 2021
Native Plant Extravaganza 10 am – 4 pm
A percentage of the proceeds go to support the spring Berkeley Native Plant Tour
Shop in-person:
East Bay Wilds Native Plant Nursery at 2777 Foothill Blvd corner of 28th Ave and Foothil with entrance on 28th (accept cash, check or Paypal – no credit cards) https://www.eastbaywilds.com/
Watershed Nursery at 601 Canal St in Point Richmond https://www.watershednursery.com/
On-line
Green Thumb Works https://www.greenthumbworks.net/
Sunday, December 5, 2021
Watershed Nursery at 601 Canal St in Point Richmond https://www.watershednursery.com/
Is open on Sunday 10 am – 4 pm
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Agenda and Rules Committee at 2:30 pm
(FULL DRAFT AGENDA for Dec 14th)
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85877795250
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 858 7779 5250
Review of DRAFT AGENDA for 12/14/2021 6 pm Regular city Council meeting
CONSENT: 1. Resolution to continue Legislative meetings via Videoconference and Teleconference, 2. Resolution ratifying COVID-19 Emergency, 3. Minutes, 4. Extension of Interim Director of Police Accountability Board, 5. PO $70,000 with Protiviti Government Services: Using GSA for vehicle no. GS-35F-0280X. 5. Formal bid solicitations $960,000, 7. Contract $150,000 with RLH & Associates, initial contract for 2 years, for Providing Temporary Governmental Financial Consulting Services for the Finance Department, 8. Contract $150,000 with Valdes and Moreno for Professional Services for the Microbond Financing Pilot Program, 9. Contract $300,000 from 9/13/2021 – 8/31/20211 with Galney Scientific for Project Management & Consulting for the Fire Dept with an option to extend for an additional 2 years for total contract amount not to exceed $900,000, 10. Revenue $80,000 FY2022 Federal COVID-19 Funding from HHS CARES Act Provider Relief Fund, 11. Revenue Contract $250,000 with Positas College for Instructional Service Agreement to support Fire Dept Training 7/20/021 – 7/19/2024, 12. Contract $65,956 Participation Agreement and any amendments with CA Mental Health Services Authority for Statewide Prevention and Early Intervention Project thru 6/30/2022, 13. Contract to accept $274,202 Community Services Block Grant, 14. Authorize Amendment to CalPers Contract to effect changes to cost sharing agreement between City and Unrepresented PEPRA members in Unrepresented Employees Group, 15. Contract add $381,137 total $996,117 from 12/15/2021 – 6/30/2024 with Digital Hands for Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) Monitoring, 16. Contract $300,000 with Alcor Solutions, Inc. for Managed Services and Upgrade for ServiceNow Application 7/1/2022-6/30/2024, 17. Contract add $133,420 total $2,192,611 from 12/12/2021-6/30/2023, 18. Contract add $733,720 total $2,288,950 and extend term to 6/30/2024 with Tyler technologies, Inc for Professional Services and Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD) software, 19. Cash Donation $26,566 to install fencing for a dog park at Aquatic Park, 20. Contract $900,000 from 1/3/2021-6/30/2025 with Cumming Management Group, Inc for Project Management Services for the African American Holistic Resource Center, 21. Contract $100,000 includes contingency $8,251.33 with Get IT Tech for new electronic gate system at the waterfront, 22. Contract $326,723 with Best Contracting Services, Inc for Fire Station No. 3 Re-Roofing Project at 2710 Russell, 23. PO $345,000 with Arata Equipment Company for one 18-year rear loader, 24. Ratification of Police Accountability Board’s Standing Rules, 25. Authorization for additional Public Works Commission meeting in 2021, 26. Arreguin – Allocating Remainder of Berkeley Relief Fund, 27. Arreguin – Relinquishment of up to $500 to 11th Annual MLK Jr Celebration, 28. Arreguin – Resolution support Bay Adapt: Regional Strategy for Rising Bay, 29. Taplin – Budget Referral Pedestrian Crossing Improvements at Ashby and Action, 30. Taplin – Russell Bicycle and Pedestrian Improvements, $50,000-Traffic Circle at Russell & King, $60,000-Cycle Track Crossing at Russell & San Pablo, $250,000-Pedestrian Hybrid Beacons at Russell & Sacramento, 31. Taplin, co-sponsors Bartlett, Hahn, Arreguin – Just Transition from Fossil Fuel Economy, 32. Taplin – Reaffirm City Endorsement of a Carbon Fee and Dividend letter to Barbara Lee, Dianne Feinstein and Alex Padilla, 33. Robinson – Letter to UC President Michael Drake in Support of Student Researchers United-UAW, 34. Taplin – Letter of Support for H.R. 4194 Peoples Response Act which would create Division of Community Safety and provide grants to local governments, state governments and community based organizations to support non-carceral approaches to public safety, ACTION: 35. CM – Response to Council - Amendments to ADU Ordinance, 36. CM-Response to Council Amendments to ADU Ordinance Public Safety Concerns, 37. CM – Amending paragraph NN of BMC Section 19.48.020, 38. CM – Public Hearing Residential Preferential Parking Program on 1600 block of Lincoln, 39. CM – FY 2021 Year-End and FY 2022 First Quarter Budget Update, 40. Amendment FY 2022 Annual Appropriations Ordinance $177, 309,914 (gross) and $163,076,585 (net), 41. City of Berkeley’s 2022 State and Federal Legislative Platform, 42.a.Liam Garland & b. Public Works Commission Street Maintenance and Rehabilitation Policy and 5-year Paving Plan, 43.a. Parks and Waterfront Commission & b. Scott Ferris Adopt-a-Spot, 44. Kesarwani, co-sponsors Wengraf, Droste, Bartlett – Referral to CM to Streamline ADU Permit Review and Approval, 45. Barlett – Refer to CM and Community Health Commission Health Care Facility Oversight, 46. Hahn – Consideration of Expansion of Paid Parking to 7 days per week to Support Parking Meter Fund and Improved Pedestrian and Bicycle Facilities, INFORMATION REPORTS: Tobacco Prevention Program.
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November 30, 2021 City Council Regular meeting at 6 pm
(Nov 30th FULL AGENDA)
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82259683632
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 822 5968 3632
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
AGENDA CONSENT: 1. Opt-in to Countywide Organics Reduction and Recycling Ordinance, 2. Minutes, 3. Grant Approval - Application for $50,000 from San Francisco Foundation support for 100% affordable housing at BART stations, 4. MOU between CoB and Rent Board to implement Ronald V. Dellums Fair Chance Housing Ordinance, 5, Formal bid solicitations $340,000, 6. Proposed Ordinance Rescinding Ordinance 7.788-N.S. and Amending Paragraph NN of BMC Section 19.48.020 (“Amendments to the California Fire Code”) to language which existed prior to October 26, 2021 – this is about the requirements for sprinklers in projects in fire zones 2 & 3 in the hills, 7. Contract $99,000 with Blaisdell’s Business Products for new office and classroom furniture for the North Berkeley Senior Center, 8. Amend Contract add $210,000 and extend for 1 year with Youth Spirit Artworks Mental Health and Case management Services, 9. Amend contract add $47,999 total $400,915 thru June 30, 2024 with Mental Health Services Help@Hand Participation Agreement, 10. Contract $1,200,000 with Alameda County Network of Mental Health Clients (Berkeley Drop-in Center), Options Recovery and Women’s Daytime Drop-in Center, 11. Contract $150,000 with NEED (Needle Exchange Emergency Distribution 7-1-2021 – 6-30-2024, 12. Grant Application $1,104, 320 with CAL FIRE and Community Forestry tree planting, 13. Resolution approving electrification strategy of existing Berkeley Buildings, 14. Resolution to adopt Cities Race to Zero Campaign to establish 2030 emission reduction target 60.5% from 2018 levels, 15. Add $300,000 total $600,000with Siemens Industry for Fire and Life Safety Systems Maintenance and extend to 12-31-2024, 16. Contract add $150,000 total $650,000 with First Carbon Solutions, Inc for CEQA compliance for Solid Waste Recycling and extend to 6-30-2022, 17. Purchase order $305,900 with PB Loader Corporation for two chipper trucks, 18. Arreguin – refer $20,000 to 2021 AAO (mid-year budget) for Berkeley Age-Friendly Continuum, 19. Arreguin – Reappointment of Dr. P. Robert Beatty to Alameda Co. Mosquito Abatement District Board of Trustees, 20. Arreguin – Budget Referral $100,000 to support recovery of Habitot, 21. Harrison, co-sponsor Bartlett - Budget Referral Establishing a Pilot Existing Building Electrification, 22. Hahn, Co-sponsor Harrison – Referral to CM to create system to better document, communicate, and prioritize Public Works requests from BUSD and establish protocols for BUSD to coordinate directly with Public Works, 23. Wengraf – Budget referral $100,000 to improve pedestrian safety where sidewalks are NOT provided, ACTION: 24. Public Hearing – Bayer Healthcare LLC Certification of FEIR and Development Agreement, 25. Fair Campaign Practices Commission – Amendments to Berkeley Election Reform Act: 1) Make public financing available to candidates for Auditor, School Board Director, Rent Stabilization Board Commissioner, 2) Clarify use of funds, 3) requirements for unspent funds, 4) new process to return unused funds, 5) cost of living adjustment for contributions in January of each odd0numbered year, 26. Commission Reorganization: Creating the Parks, Recreation and Waterfront Commission – merges the existing Children, Youth and Recreation Commission and the existing Berkeley Animal Care Commission into the Parks and Waterfront Commission, 27. CM – Resolution accept Surveillance Technology Report for Automatic License Plate Readers (ALPR), GPS Trackers, Body Worn Cameras, an Street Level Imagery Project, 28. Taplin, co-sponsors Droste, Wengraf – Budget Referral for Automatic License Plate Readers (ALPR), INFORMATION REPORTS: 29. Quarterly Update on short term referral process, 30. 4th Quarter Investment Report, 31. Annual Report Condominium Conversion Program, 32. Berkeley’s Community-wide GHG inventory.
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
1527 Sacramento – 2nd story addition date 2-22-2021
2956 Hillegass - addition to nonconforming structure date 2-8-2021
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with End of Appeal Period,
SFD = Single Family Dwelling
1860 Capistrano – Alterations in the non-conforming left side yard and addition over 14 ft in average height to enclose the 15 sq ft balcony and the 43 sq ft rear balcony to add 58 sq ft, 12-7-2021
2345 Channing – rebuild the fire damaged 20,794 SF Pilgrim Hall addition with a new 9,675 SF wing on the campus of the First Congregational Church of Berkeley 12-2-2021
725 Folger – Add business support service use to an existing office building 12-7-2021
1488 Grizzly Peak – Major Residential addition over 14 ft and over 20 ft in Hillside Overly 12-7-2021
2717 Marin – Install an unenclosed hot tub in a side yard of a SFD 12-7-2021
628 San Miguel – Unenclosed hot tub to rear of SFD 12-7-2021
1812 Virginia – 2-story residential addition to existing SFD including partial demolition of a portion of the rear of the house 12-7-2021
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSESSIONS
December 7 –1. WETA/Ferry Service at the Marina, 2. Presentation by Bay Restoration Authority, 3. Update Zero Waste Rates and Priorities,
January 20 (Thursday) – Update on City’s COVID-19 Response and
Public Works/Infrastructure Presentation
February 15 – Homeless and Mental Health Services
March 15 – Housing Element Update
April 19 – Fire Department Standards of Coverage Study
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Alameda County LAFCO Presentation
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Civic Center – Old City Hall and Veterans Memorial Building
Mid-Year Budget Report FY 2022
November 21 - November 28, 2021
Worth Noting:
The only published public city meeting found during the week of the Thanksgiving Holiday is the Mental Health Commission DOJ Santa Rita Jail Subcommittee at 1 pm on Monday. Thursday is Thanksgiving and Friday is listed as City of Berkeley Thanksgiving Holiday – offices will be closed.
The November 30 regular City Council meeting is available for comment. On consent is item 6 the rescinding of the October 26th council action requirements for sprinklers in fire zones 2 & 3. Action items include 24 - the City and Bayer development agreement, 26 – the reorganization of the Parks and Waterfront Commission, 27 – the Surveillance technology report, and 28 - the budget request for automated license plate readers (ALPR).
Don’t miss the December 1st deadline to respond to the DEIR for the Ashby and North Berkeley BART Housing projects or forget to complete the surveys.
December 1, 2021 at 5 pm is the deadline to submit response to the DEIR for the Ashby and North Berkeley BART Station Housing Projects is https://www.cityofberkeley.info/bartplanning/ (395 pages)
Complete Streets Survey closes November 28 at 5 pm. It is for the Southside, but this has implications for the rest of the city: https://survey.alchemer.com/s3/6575124/Berkeley-Southside-Survey-October-2021
Vision 2050 Survey – the City is planning for a major bond measure in 2022 on infrastructure: tinyurl.com/2050survey
At the Reimagining the Public Safety Task Force meeting the task force was informed that history section of the draft final NICJR (National Institute for Criminal Justice Reform) Report and Implementation Plan will be removed at city staff request with the reason given that it was not accurate. The next meeting is December 2, 2021.Reimagining Public Safety Public Meetings – the draft final NICJR Report is available: www.berkeley-rps.org
Monday, November 22, 2021
Mental Health Commission DOJ Santa Rita Jail Subcommittee at 1 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82908990373
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 852 7166 0121 Passcode: 221700
AGENDA: 4. Action steps to address alternatives to 5150 transports to Santa Rita and John George Psychiatric Facility.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Mental_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
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Available for Comment – email [email protected]
November 30, 2021 City Council Regular meeting at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82259683632
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 822 5968 3632
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
AGENDA CONSENT: 1. Opt-in to Countywide Organics Reduction and Recycling Ordinance, 2. Minutes, 3. Grant Approval - Application for $50,000 from San Francisco Foundation support for 100% affordable housing at BART stations, 4. MOU between CoB and Rent Board to implement Ronald V. Dellums Fair Chance Housing Ordinance, 5, Formal bid solicitations $340,000, 6. Proposed Ordinance Rescinding Ordinance 7.788-N.S. and Amending Paragraph NN of BMC Section 19.48.020 (“Amendments to the California Fire Code”) to language which existed prior to October 26, 2021 – this is about the requirements for sprinklers in projects in fire zones 2 & 3 in the hills, 7. Contract $99,000 with Blaisdell’s Business Products for new office and classroom furniture for the North Berkeley Senior Center, 8. Amend Contract add $210,000 and extend for 1 year with Youth Spirit Artworks Mental Health and Case management Services, 9. Amend contract add $47,999 total $400,915 thru June 30, 2024 with Mental Health Services Help@Hand Participation Agreement, 10. Contract $1,200,000 with Alameda County Network of Mental Health Clients (Berkeley Drop-in Center), Options Recovery and Women’s Daytime Drop-in Center, 11. Contract $150,000 with NEED (Needle Exchange Emergency Distribution 7-1-2021 – 6-30-2024, 12. Grant Application $1,104, 320 with CAL FIRE and Community Forestry tree planting, 13. Resolution approving electrification strategy of existing Berkeley Buildings, 14. Resolution to adopt Cities Race to Zero Campaign to establish 2030 emission reduction target 60.5% from 2018 levels, 15. Add $300,000 total $600,000with Siemens Industry for Fire and Life Safety Systems Maintenance and extend to 12-31-2024, 16. Contract add $150,000 total $650,000 with First Carbon Solutions, Inc for CEQA compliance for Solid Waste Recycling and extend to 6-30-2022, 17. Purchase order $305,900 with PB Loader Corporation for two chipper trucks, 18. Arreguin – refer $20,000 to 2021 AAO (mid-year budget) for Berkeley Age-Friendly Continuum, 19. Arreguin – Reappointment of Dr. P. Robert Beatty to Alameda Co. Mosquito Abatement District Board of Trustees, 20. Arreguin – Budget Referral $100,000 to support recovery of Habitot, 21. Harrison, co-sponsor Bartlett - Budget Referral Establishing a Pilot Existing Building Electrification, 22. Hahn, Co-sponsor Harrison – Referral to CM to create system to better document, communicate, and prioritize Public Works requests from BUSD and establish protocols for BUSD to coordinate directly with Public Works, 23. Wengraf – Budget referral $100,000 to improve pedestrian safety where sidewalks are NOT provided, ACTION: 24. Public Hearing – Bayer Healthcare LLC Certification of FEIR and Development Agreement, 25. Fair Campaign Practices Commission – Amendments to Berkeley Election Reform Act: 1) Make public financing available to candidates for Auditor, School Board Director, Rent Stabilization Board Commissioner, 2) Clarify use of funds, 3) requirements for unspent funds, 4) new process to return unused funds, 5) cost of living adjustment for contributions in January of each odd0numbered year, 26. Commission Reorganization: Creating the Parks, Recreation and Waterfront Commission – merges the existing Children, Youth and Recreation Commission and the existing Berkeley Animal Care Commission into the Parks and Waterfront Commission, 27. CM – Resolution accept Surveillance Technology Report for Automatic License Plate Readers (ALPR), GPS Trackers, Body Worn Cameras, an Street Level Imagery Project, 28. Taplin, co-sponsors Droste, Wengraf – Budget Referral for Automatic License Plate Readers (ALPR), INFORMATION REPORTS: 29. Quarterly Update on short term referral process, 30. 4th Quarter Investment Report, 31. Annual Report Condominium Conversion Program, 32. Berkeley’s Community-wide GHG inventory.
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
1527 Sacramento – 2nd story addition date TBD
2956 Hillegass - addition to nonconforming structure date TBD
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with End of Appeal Period,
SFD = Single Family Dwelling
1915 Berryman – Demolish existing Triplex. Construct 10-unit building including 1 very low income unit, density bonus application 11-24-2021
1860 Capistrano – Alterations in the non-conforming left side yard and addition over 14 ft in average height to enclose the 15 sq ft balcony and the 43 sq ft rear balcony to add 58 sq ft, 12-7-2021
2345 Channing – rebuild the fire damaged 20,794 SF Pilgrim Hall addition with a new 9,675 SF wing on the campus of the First Congregational Church of Berkeley 12-2-2021
699 Creston – 509 sq ft 2nd floor addition to existing SFD 11-23-2021
682 Ensenada – 126 sq ft 2-story rear addition ave height 19ft 1 ¼ in 11-23-2021
725 Folger – Add business support service use to an existing office building 12-7-2021
1488 Grizzly Peak – Major Residential addition over 14 ft and over 20 ft in Hillside Overly 12-7-2021
2717 Marin – Install an unenclosed hot tub in a side yard of a SFD 12-7-2021
2429 Ninth – New window openings and larger windows 11-23-2021
628 San Miguel – Unenclosed hot tub to rear of SFD 12-7-2021
1812 Virginia – 2-story residential addition to existing SFD including partial demolition of a portion of the rear of the house 12-7-2021
2326 Webster – Addition 300 sq ft including 5th bedroom over 14 and 28 sq ft in ave height to SFD 11-23-2021
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSESSIONS
December 7 –1. WETA/Ferry Service at the Marina, 2. Presentation by Bay Restoration Authority, 3. Update Zero Waste Rates and Priorities,
January 20 (Thursday) – Update on City’s COVID-19 Response and
Public Works/Infrastructure Presentation
February 15 – Homeless and Mental Health Services
March 15 – Housing Element Update
April 19 – Fire Department Standards of Coverage Study
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Alameda County LAFCO Presentation
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Civic Center – Old City Hall and Veterans Memorial Building
Mid-Year Budget Report FY 2022
Worth Noting:
The only published public city meeting found during the week of the Thanksgiving Holiday is the Mental Health Commission DOJ Santa Rita Jail Subcommittee at 1 pm on Monday. Thursday is Thanksgiving and Friday is listed as City of Berkeley Thanksgiving Holiday – offices will be closed.
The November 30 regular City Council meeting is available for comment. On consent is item 6 the rescinding of the October 26th council action requirements for sprinklers in fire zones 2 & 3. Action items include 24 - the City and Bayer development agreement, 26 – the reorganization of the Parks and Waterfront Commission, 27 – the Surveillance technology report, and 28 - the budget request for automated license plate readers (ALPR).
Don’t miss the December 1st deadline to respond to the DEIR for the Ashby and North Berkeley BART Housing projects or forget to complete the surveys.
December 1, 2021 at 5 pm is the deadline to submit response to the DEIR for the Ashby and North Berkeley BART Station Housing Projects is https://www.cityofberkeley.info/bartplanning/ (395 pages)
Complete Streets Survey closes November 28 at 5 pm. It is for the Southside, but this has implications for the rest of the city: https://survey.alchemer.com/s3/6575124/Berkeley-Southside-Survey-October-2021
Vision 2050 Survey – the City is planning for a major bond measure in 2022 on infrastructure: tinyurl.com/2050survey
At the Reimagining the Public Safety Task Force meeting the task force was informed that history section of the draft final NICJR (National Institute for Criminal Justice Reform) Report and Implementation Plan will be removed at city staff request with the reason given that it was not accurate. The next meeting is December 2, 2021.Reimagining Public Safety Public Meetings – the draft final NICJR Report is available: www.berkeley-rps.org
Monday, November 22, 2021
Mental Health Commission DOJ Santa Rita Jail Subcommittee at 1 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82908990373
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 852 7166 0121 Passcode: 221700
AGENDA: 4. Action steps to address alternatives to 5150 transports to Santa Rita and John George Psychiatric Facility.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Mental_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
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Available for Comment – email [email protected]
November 30, 2021 City Council Regular meeting at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82259683632
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 822 5968 3632
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
AGENDA CONSENT: 1. Opt-in to Countywide Organics Reduction and Recycling Ordinance, 2. Minutes, 3. Grant Approval - Application for $50,000 from San Francisco Foundation support for 100% affordable housing at BART stations, 4. MOU between CoB and Rent Board to implement Ronald V. Dellums Fair Chance Housing Ordinance, 5, Formal bid solicitations $340,000, 6. Proposed Ordinance Rescinding Ordinance 7.788-N.S. and Amending Paragraph NN of BMC Section 19.48.020 (“Amendments to the California Fire Code”) to language which existed prior to October 26, 2021 – this is about the requirements for sprinklers in projects in fire zones 2 & 3 in the hills, 7. Contract $99,000 with Blaisdell’s Business Products for new office and classroom furniture for the North Berkeley Senior Center, 8. Amend Contract add $210,000 and extend for 1 year with Youth Spirit Artworks Mental Health and Case management Services, 9. Amend contract add $47,999 total $400,915 thru June 30, 2024 with Mental Health Services Help@Hand Participation Agreement, 10. Contract $1,200,000 with Alameda County Network of Mental Health Clients (Berkeley Drop-in Center), Options Recovery and Women’s Daytime Drop-in Center, 11. Contract $150,000 with NEED (Needle Exchange Emergency Distribution 7-1-2021 – 6-30-2024, 12. Grant Application $1,104, 320 with CAL FIRE and Community Forestry tree planting, 13. Resolution approving electrification strategy of existing Berkeley Buildings, 14. Resolution to adopt Cities Race to Zero Campaign to establish 2030 emission reduction target 60.5% from 2018 levels, 15. Add $300,000 total $600,000with Siemens Industry for Fire and Life Safety Systems Maintenance and extend to 12-31-2024, 16. Contract add $150,000 total $650,000 with First Carbon Solutions, Inc for CEQA compliance for Solid Waste Recycling and extend to 6-30-2022, 17. Purchase order $305,900 with PB Loader Corporation for two chipper trucks, 18. Arreguin – refer $20,000 to 2021 AAO (mid-year budget) for Berkeley Age-Friendly Continuum, 19. Arreguin – Reappointment of Dr. P. Robert Beatty to Alameda Co. Mosquito Abatement District Board of Trustees, 20. Arreguin – Budget Referral $100,000 to support recovery of Habitot, 21. Harrison, co-sponsor Bartlett - Budget Referral Establishing a Pilot Existing Building Electrification, 22. Hahn, Co-sponsor Harrison – Referral to CM to create system to better document, communicate, and prioritize Public Works requests from BUSD and establish protocols for BUSD to coordinate directly with Public Works, 23. Wengraf – Budget referral $100,000 to improve pedestrian safety where sidewalks are NOT provided, ACTION: 24. Public Hearing – Bayer Healthcare LLC Certification of FEIR and Development Agreement, 25. Fair Campaign Practices Commission – Amendments to Berkeley Election Reform Act: 1) Make public financing available to candidates for Auditor, School Board Director, Rent Stabilization Board Commissioner, 2) Clarify use of funds, 3) requirements for unspent funds, 4) new process to return unused funds, 5) cost of living adjustment for contributions in January of each odd0numbered year, 26. Commission Reorganization: Creating the Parks, Recreation and Waterfront Commission – merges the existing Children, Youth and Recreation Commission and the existing Berkeley Animal Care Commission into the Parks and Waterfront Commission, 27. CM – Resolution accept Surveillance Technology Report for Automatic License Plate Readers (ALPR), GPS Trackers, Body Worn Cameras, an Street Level Imagery Project, 28. Taplin, co-sponsors Droste, Wengraf – Budget Referral for Automatic License Plate Readers (ALPR), INFORMATION REPORTS: 29. Quarterly Update on short term referral process, 30. 4th Quarter Investment Report, 31. Annual Report Condominium Conversion Program, 32. Berkeley’s Community-wide GHG inventory.
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
1527 Sacramento – 2nd story addition date TBD
2956 Hillegass - addition to nonconforming structure date TBD
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with End of Appeal Period,
SFD = Single Family Dwelling
1915 Berryman – Demolish existing Triplex. Construct 10-unit building including 1 very low income unit, density bonus application 11-24-2021
1860 Capistrano – Alterations in the non-conforming left side yard and addition over 14 ft in average height to enclose the 15 sq ft balcony and the 43 sq ft rear balcony to add 58 sq ft, 12-7-2021
2345 Channing – rebuild the fire damaged 20,794 SF Pilgrim Hall addition with a new 9,675 SF wing on the campus of the First Congregational Church of Berkeley 12-2-2021
699 Creston – 509 sq ft 2nd floor addition to existing SFD 11-23-2021
682 Ensenada – 126 sq ft 2-story rear addition ave height 19ft 1 ¼ in 11-23-2021
725 Folger – Add business support service use to an existing office building 12-7-2021
1488 Grizzly Peak – Major Residential addition over 14 ft and over 20 ft in Hillside Overly 12-7-2021
2717 Marin – Install an unenclosed hot tub in a side yard of a SFD 12-7-2021
2429 Ninth – New window openings and larger windows 11-23-2021
628 San Miguel – Unenclosed hot tub to rear of SFD 12-7-2021
1812 Virginia – 2-story residential addition to existing SFD including partial demolition of a portion of the rear of the house 12-7-2021
2326 Webster – Addition 300 sq ft including 5th bedroom over 14 and 28 sq ft in ave height to SFD 11-23-2021
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSESSIONS
December 7 –1. WETA/Ferry Service at the Marina, 2. Presentation by Bay Restoration Authority, 3. Update Zero Waste Rates and Priorities,
January 20 (Thursday) – Update on City’s COVID-19 Response and
Public Works/Infrastructure Presentation
February 15 – Homeless and Mental Health Services
March 15 – Housing Element Update
April 19 – Fire Department Standards of Coverage Study
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Alameda County LAFCO Presentation
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Civic Center – Old City Hall and Veterans Memorial Building
Mid-Year Budget Report FY 2022
November 14 - November 21, 2021
Worth Noting:
Berkeley Redistricting Submission Deadline November 15, 2021. The City Council Districts must be redrawn to adjust for growing and shifting population. You can submit your own proposal for consideration https://www.cityofberkeley.info/redistricting/ The deadline time on Monday is not posted – assume it to be 5 pm for paper and email.
Housing Survey to plan for where to put 8934 units as required in the Housing Element: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/berkeleyhousing
Vision 2050 Survey – the City is planning for a major bond measure in 2022 on infrastructure: tinyurl.com/2050survey
Reimagining Public Safety Public Meetings – the draft final NICJR is available: www.berkeley-rps.org
Complete Streets Survey is for the Southside, but this has implications for the rest of the
city: https://survey.alchemer.com/s3/6575124/Berkeley-Southside-Survey-October-2021
Deadline to submit response to the DEIR for the Ashby and North Berkeley BART Station Housing Projects is December 1, 2021 at 5 pm https://www.cityofberkeley.info/bartplanning/ (395 pages)
MONDAY: The Agenda Committee at 2:30 pm will be reviewing the draft agenda for the November 30th council meeting. The draft agenda can be found after the full list of city meetings. The Homeless Commission did not meet last week and is rescheduled to meet Monday at 7 pm, the same time as the last Zero Waste Commission. This is the last Zero Waste Commission meeting before being split and merged.
TUESDAY: The council budget meets at 11 am to start the review of mid-year budget requests, the AAO process. The council regular meeting is at 6 pm. The table for the proposed city manager raise is included with the meeting agenda at the end of the meeting and agenda list and is also provided as a pdf attachment in case the chart in the email is too big to read.
WEDNESDAY: The Mayor is having the 2021 State of the City at 6 pm – expect it to be recorded in case you miss it. There is no agenda posted for the Commission on Aging at 1 pm tho the meeting is listed on the community calendar with a zoom link. The Commission on the Status of Women and the Redistricting Commission both meet at 6 pm. Human Welfare meets at 6:30 pm. The Commission on Labor meets at 7 pm.
THURSDAY: The agendas are not posted for the Transportation Commission, The Reimagining Public Safety Task Force and the Rent Board. The Land Use Committee meets at 10:30. Design Review Committee and Fair Campaign Practices Commission meet at 7 pm.
FRIDAY: Virtual climate Summit Series on uniting actions is at 9 am.
Sunday, November 14, 2021 - No City meetings or events found
Monday, November 15, 2021
Agenda and Rules Committee at 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85363307835
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 853 6330 7835
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda items and agenda items 1 – 7, 2. Review draft agenda for November 30 at 6 pm regular city council meeting - use link or go to full agenda after meetings by day of the week, 3. Berkeley considers, 4. Adjournments in memory, 5. Council worksessions, referrals for scheduling, 7. Land use calendar, REFERRED ITEMS for REVIEW: 8. COVID-19, 9. Return to In-person meetings, 10. Changes to Rules for Procedure for Budget Referrals, 11. Unscheduled Items. Unfinished Business for Scheduling: Surveillance Technology Report, Updating Street Maintenance and Rehabilitation Policy, (packet 280 pages)
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board Eviction Moratorium Webinar at 5:30 pm
Pre-register for links to webinar
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Homeless Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/96645301465
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 966 4530 1465
AGENDA: 5. HOME ARP application, chair/vice-chair update, 7. Stats on crisis queue and housing queue, 9. Point-in-Time-Count, 10. Possible action on South Berkeley Homeless Outreach Coordinator, 11. Possible action on extending date and scope of storm shelter to other emergencies, 12. Update from CM office on RV lot and 8th and Harrison residents.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Homeless_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Zero Waste Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/s/82587046286
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 825 8704 6286
AGENDA: 4. Public comment non-agenda items, 6. Staff Updates: Mattress Recycling, Textile Recycling Single-Use Foodware, SB 1383, Discussion/Action: 2022 meeting schedule, recommendations for Climate and Environment enabling legislation, Updated Zero Waste Commissions goals/definitions, Report back from secretary on action taken by Energy Commission on the use of carryout and pre-checkout bags.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Zero_Waste_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Tuesday, November 16, 2021
Budget and Finance Committee at 11 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87881752166
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 878 8175 2166
AGENDA: 2. Discussion and development of Criteria and Timing for AAO Process, 3. Review of Council Fiscal Policies, 4. Council Budget Referrals and November AAO Discussion.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Budget___Finance.aspx
City Council Closed Session at 4 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88964775721
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 889 6477 5721
AGENDA: Conference with Real Property Negotiators: 1. 80, 82/84 and 90 Bolivar Drive (Waterside Workshops) Price and Terms, 2. 100 Seawall Drive (Skates on the Bay), 3. 2925-2945 Bolivar Drive (Youth Musical Theater Company)hair
City Council Regular Meeting at 6 pm,
Email: [email protected]
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86284941257
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 862 8494 1257
AGENDA: Use link or go to full agenda after list of city meetings
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Wednesday, November 17, 2021
Mayor Arreguin The 2021 State of the City at 6 pm with Alex Savidge KTVU and Rachel Swan of San Francisco Chronicle for a discussion on building resilience
https://www.jessearreguin.com/sotc
Animal Care Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82150538692?pwd=V2pDbnhMTXZOMVZvVlZpRWxaUHZaUT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 857 4344 7842 Passcode: 725597
AGENDA: Discussion/action: VI. a) Commission consolidation, b) Grant shelter dog play area, V. Keeping Burrowing owls safe from people and off-leash dogs at Cesar Chavez Park.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Animal_Care_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board Outreach Committee at 5 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85461512732?pwd=anY5UVo1S0h5SmNYdGovVkZiZW1BQT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 854 6151 2732
AGENDA: 4. Public comment, 5. Update Tenant Survey, 6. Fair Chance Ordinance, 7. COVID Relief, 8. Cal Student Outreach.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Commission on Labor at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88058991335
Teleconference: try 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 880 5899 1335
AGENDA: Public comment non-agenda items, Action items: 2. Head Start layoffs and cuts to programming, Fair Work Week Policy, 4. Labor Shortage and impact on economic recovery, 5. 2022 workplan, 6. Healthcare worker strikes at Kaiser and Sutter.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Labor_Homepage.aspx
Commission on the Status of Women at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/s/86765822001
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 867 6582 2001
AGENDA: 4. Public Comment, 6. Friends of COSOW, 7. Townhall, 8. New Member Recruitment, 9. Legislative Updates.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_the_Status_of_Women_Homepage.aspx
Human Welfare & Community Action Commission at 6:30 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/4863098496
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 486 309 8496
AGENDA: 6. Review of Family Violence Law Center program and financial reports, 7. Recommendation: Vacant Properties, 8. Tax Transparency, 9. Alta Bates Update, 10. Discussion and possible action regarding how community agency complaints and concerns are addressed, 11. Discussion and possible action regarding communication with Council on the status of the Pathways facility consultant’s report, 12. Easy Does It, 13. Homelessness in Berkeley, 14. Air Quality.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Human_Welfare_and_Community_Action_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Independent Redistricting Commission at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89799186789
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 897 9918 6789
AGENDA: 2. Review of Community of Interest Form Submissions, 3. Review of Map Submissions, Subcommittee Reports.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/irc/
https://redistricting-commission-berkeley.hub.arcgis.com/
Commission on Aging at 1 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88900940588?pwd=aFdDajB2eFIwY1IrK01TaXRSSGsxUT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 726 7423 9145
AGENDA: no agenda posted on website
Thursday, November 18, 2021
City Council Land Use, Housing & Economic Development Committee at 10:30 am,
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85083833204
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 850 8383 3204
AGENDA: 2. Taplin - Small Business Listening Session, 3. Streamlining Toxic Remediation in Manufacturing districts.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Land_Use,_Housing___Economic_Development.aspx
Design Review Committee at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81272036909
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 812 7203 6909
AGENDA: 2352 Shattuck – final design review modification tenant signage – demolish 2 existing commercial buildings, split lot in two, and construct two 8-story mixed-use buildings, with 204 units (including 14 very low income units) 12,154 sq ft commercial space, 17,012 sq ft usable open space and 90 ground-level parking spaces.
2435 San Pablo – final design review – construct 4-story mixed-use building with ground floor live/work space and residential lobby, 48 private rooms with communal kitchens on each residential floor, rooftop terraces on the 3rd and 4th floor and 56 bicycle parking spaces on existing vacant lot.
Discuss Design Review Submittal Requirements and how those can play a role in supporting native plants and wild-life supporting plants and bird safety. Bird safety includes dark sky measures. Possible review of current design review submittal requirements and motion with direction to staff.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/designreview/
Fair Campaign Practices Commission (FCPC) & Open Government Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89347300136
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 893 4730 0136
AGENDA: 3. Public Comment, 6. Proposed changes to Berkeley Election Reform Act (BERA) to prohibit or regulate officeholder accounts, 7. Review and possible amendments to FCPC enforcement procedures.
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/FCPC/
Transportation Commission at 7 pm
Check for agenda and links after Monday
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Transportation_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board at 7 pm
Check for agenda and links after Monday
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Reimagining Public Safety task Force
NICJR -Draft Final report and Implementation Plan https://www.cityofberkeley.info/uploadedFiles/Clerk/Level_3_-_Commissions/Draft%20Final%20Report%20and%20Implementation%20Plan%20FNL%20DRFT%2010.30.21.pdf (274 pages)
Check for agenda and links after Monday
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/RIPST.aspx
Friday, November 19, 2021
Climate Emergency Task Force – Virtual Summit Series at 9 am
Use link to pre-register
AGENDA: Next steps for United Climate Actions
https://www.cemtf.org/
Saturday, November 20, 2021 & Sunday, November 21, 2021
No City meetings or events found
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Agenda and Rules Committee, Monday, November 15 at 2:30 pm
Draft Agenda for November 30 Regular City Council meeting
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85363307835
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 853 6330 7835
AGENDA: (280 pages)
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
CONSENT: 1. Minutes, 2. Grant Approval - Application for $50,000 from San Francisco Foundation support for 100% affordable housing at BART stations, 3. MOU between CoB and Rent Board to implement Ronald V. Dellums Fair Chance Housing Ordinance, 4, Formal bid solicitations $340,000, 5. Contract $99,000 with Blaisdell’s Business Products for new office and classroom furniture for the North Berkeley Senior Center, 6. Amend Contract add $210,000 and extend for 1 year with Youth Spirit Artworks Mental Health and Case management Services, 7/ Amend contract add $47,999 total $400,915 thru June 30, 2024 with Mental Health Services Help@Hand Participation Agreement, 8. Contract $1,200,000 with Alameda County Network of Mental Health Clients (Berkeley Drop-in Center), Options Recovery and Women’s Daytime Drop-in Center, 9. Contract $150,000 with NEED (Needle Exchange Emergency Distribution 7-1-2021 – 6-30-2024, 10. Grant Application $1,104, 320 with CAL FIRE and Community Forestry tree planting, 11. Resolution approving electrification strategy of existing Berkeley Buildings, 12. Resolution to adopt Cities Race to Zero Campaign to establish 2030 emission reduction target 60.5% from 2018 levels, 13. Add $300,000 total $600,000with Siemens Industry for Fire and Life Safety Systems Maintenance and extend to 12-31-2024, 14. Contract add $150,000 total $650,000 with First Carbon Solutions, Inc for CEQA compliance for Solid Waste Recycling and extend to 6-30-2022, 15. Purchase order $305,900 with PB Loader Corporation for two chipper trucks, 16. Arreguin – refer $20,000 to 2021 AAO (mid-year budget) for Berkeley Age-Friendly Continuum, 17. Arreguin – Reappointment of Dr. P. Robert Beatty to Alameda Co. Mosquito Abatement District Board of Trustees, 18. Arreguin – Budget Referral $100,000 to support recovery of Habitot, 19. Harrison, co-sponsor Bartlett - Budget Referral Establishing a Pilot Existing Building Electrification, ACTION: 20. Public Hearing - Amend ADU Ordinance (response to 10-26-2021 council action), 21. Public Hearing – Bayer Healthcare LLC Certification of FEIR and Development Agreement, 22. Fair Campaign Practices Commission – Amendments to Berkeley Election Reform Act: 1) Make public financing available to candidates for Auditor, School Board Director, Rent Stabilization Board Commissioner, 2) Clarify use of funds, 3) requirements for unspent funds, 4) new process to return unused funds, 5) cost of living adjustment for contributions in January of each odd0numbered year, 23. CM and Police – Resolution accept Surveillance Technology Report for Automatic License Plate Readers (ALPR), GPS Trackers, Body Worn Cameras, an Street Level Imagery Project, 24. Taplin, co-sponsors Droste, Wengraf – Budget Referral ALPR, 25. Taplin – Refer to CM the establishment of a Crime Suppression Unit (CSU), 26. Harrison – add new BMC Chapter 12.01 establishing Emergency Greenhouse Gas Limits, 27. Hahn – Referral to CM to create system to better document, communicate, and prioritize Public Works requests from BUSD, 28. Wengraf – refer to CM to implement steps to promote increased pedestrian safety on streets lacking sidewalks, INFORMATION REPORTS: 29. Quarterly Update on short term referral process, 30. 4th Quarter Investment Report, 31. Annual Report Condominium Conversion Program, 32. Berkeley’s Community-wide GHG inventory.
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AGENDA for 11-16-2021 regular City Council meeting at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86284941257
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 862 8494 1257
PRESENTATION: Study to Achieve Equity in City Contracting – “Berkeley Inclusion in Opportunity Index, CONSENT: 1. Resolution required findings to meet via video and teleconference, 2. Formal bid solicitations $15,120,000, 3. Accept California Equitable Recovery Initiative (CER) grant, 4. Contract $75,000 with ONTRACK Program Resources Inc for Prevention and Early Intervention (PEI) for support services for African American community funded thru State of CA Mental Health Services Act (MHSA) thru 6-30-2022, 5. Salary Adjustment to Market Median for Dept Heads, 6. Commission Reorganization creating Parks, Recreation and Waterfront Commission, 7. Amend agreement between CA Dept of Transportation and City of Berkeley, new signal San Pablo & Parker and San Pablo & Bancroft, 8. Vision 2050 accept 1 year progress report, 9. Amend contract add $355,000 total $1,275,304 with Downtown Streets Team for add services around encampments and neighborhoods, 10. Purchase Order $285,000with Atlantic Machinery, Inc. for One Ravo Sweeper, 11. Fill vacancies elected representatives of the poor Human Welfare and Community Action Commission – George Lippman. 12. Salary Adjustment City Manager from $301,428 to $386,160, 13. Arreguin, co-sponsors Hahn, Wengraf, Bartlett – Resolution Condemning Facebook/Meta for its Role in the Rise of Hate Crimes while censoring efforts to promote awareness around hate crimes, 14. Taplin – Budget referral $100,000 Curtis Street Traffic Diverters at Curtis & Channing and Curtis and Addison. ACTION: 15. Renewal Elmwood (Business Improvement District) BID for 2022, 16. Renewal Solano BID for 2022, 17. Fees: Vital Records, increase current fee by $2.00 for issuing each birth, death and fetal death certificate effective 1-1-2022, 18. Opt-in to Countywide Organics Reduction and Recycling Ordinance will bring city in compliance with SB 1383. A. Parks and Waterfront Commission – Proposal to allocate revenues from Transient Occupancy Tax (hotel tax) in waterfront area to the marina fund,
Worth Noting:
Berkeley Redistricting Submission Deadline November 15, 2021. The City Council Districts must be redrawn to adjust for growing and shifting population. You can submit your own proposal for consideration https://www.cityofberkeley.info/redistricting/ The deadline time on Monday is not posted – assume it to be 5 pm for paper and email.
Housing Survey to plan for where to put 8934 units as required in the Housing Element: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/berkeleyhousing
Vision 2050 Survey – the City is planning for a major bond measure in 2022 on infrastructure: tinyurl.com/2050survey
Reimagining Public Safety Public Meetings – the draft final NICJR is available: www.berkeley-rps.org
Complete Streets Survey is for the Southside, but this has implications for the rest of the
city: https://survey.alchemer.com/s3/6575124/Berkeley-Southside-Survey-October-2021
Deadline to submit response to the DEIR for the Ashby and North Berkeley BART Station Housing Projects is December 1, 2021 at 5 pm https://www.cityofberkeley.info/bartplanning/ (395 pages)
MONDAY: The Agenda Committee at 2:30 pm will be reviewing the draft agenda for the November 30th council meeting. The draft agenda can be found after the full list of city meetings. The Homeless Commission did not meet last week and is rescheduled to meet Monday at 7 pm, the same time as the last Zero Waste Commission. This is the last Zero Waste Commission meeting before being split and merged.
TUESDAY: The council budget meets at 11 am to start the review of mid-year budget requests, the AAO process. The council regular meeting is at 6 pm. The table for the proposed city manager raise is included with the meeting agenda at the end of the meeting and agenda list and is also provided as a pdf attachment in case the chart in the email is too big to read.
WEDNESDAY: The Mayor is having the 2021 State of the City at 6 pm – expect it to be recorded in case you miss it. There is no agenda posted for the Commission on Aging at 1 pm tho the meeting is listed on the community calendar with a zoom link. The Commission on the Status of Women and the Redistricting Commission both meet at 6 pm. Human Welfare meets at 6:30 pm. The Commission on Labor meets at 7 pm.
THURSDAY: The agendas are not posted for the Transportation Commission, The Reimagining Public Safety Task Force and the Rent Board. The Land Use Committee meets at 10:30. Design Review Committee and Fair Campaign Practices Commission meet at 7 pm.
FRIDAY: Virtual climate Summit Series on uniting actions is at 9 am.
Sunday, November 14, 2021 - No City meetings or events found
Monday, November 15, 2021
Agenda and Rules Committee at 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85363307835
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 853 6330 7835
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda items and agenda items 1 – 7, 2. Review draft agenda for November 30 at 6 pm regular city council meeting - use link or go to full agenda after meetings by day of the week, 3. Berkeley considers, 4. Adjournments in memory, 5. Council worksessions, referrals for scheduling, 7. Land use calendar, REFERRED ITEMS for REVIEW: 8. COVID-19, 9. Return to In-person meetings, 10. Changes to Rules for Procedure for Budget Referrals, 11. Unscheduled Items. Unfinished Business for Scheduling: Surveillance Technology Report, Updating Street Maintenance and Rehabilitation Policy, (packet 280 pages)
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board Eviction Moratorium Webinar at 5:30 pm
Pre-register for links to webinar
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Homeless Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/96645301465
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 966 4530 1465
AGENDA: 5. HOME ARP application, chair/vice-chair update, 7. Stats on crisis queue and housing queue, 9. Point-in-Time-Count, 10. Possible action on South Berkeley Homeless Outreach Coordinator, 11. Possible action on extending date and scope of storm shelter to other emergencies, 12. Update from CM office on RV lot and 8th and Harrison residents.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Homeless_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Zero Waste Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/s/82587046286
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 825 8704 6286
AGENDA: 4. Public comment non-agenda items, 6. Staff Updates: Mattress Recycling, Textile Recycling Single-Use Foodware, SB 1383, Discussion/Action: 2022 meeting schedule, recommendations for Climate and Environment enabling legislation, Updated Zero Waste Commissions goals/definitions, Report back from secretary on action taken by Energy Commission on the use of carryout and pre-checkout bags.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Zero_Waste_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Tuesday, November 16, 2021
Budget and Finance Committee at 11 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87881752166
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 878 8175 2166
AGENDA: 2. Discussion and development of Criteria and Timing for AAO Process, 3. Review of Council Fiscal Policies, 4. Council Budget Referrals and November AAO Discussion.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Budget___Finance.aspx
City Council Closed Session at 4 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88964775721
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 889 6477 5721
AGENDA: Conference with Real Property Negotiators: 1. 80, 82/84 and 90 Bolivar Drive (Waterside Workshops) Price and Terms, 2. 100 Seawall Drive (Skates on the Bay), 3. 2925-2945 Bolivar Drive (Youth Musical Theater Company)hair
City Council Regular Meeting at 6 pm,
Email: [email protected]
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86284941257
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 862 8494 1257
AGENDA: Use link or go to full agenda after list of city meetings
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Wednesday, November 17, 2021
Mayor Arreguin The 2021 State of the City at 6 pm with Alex Savidge KTVU and Rachel Swan of San Francisco Chronicle for a discussion on building resilience
https://www.jessearreguin.com/sotc
Animal Care Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82150538692?pwd=V2pDbnhMTXZOMVZvVlZpRWxaUHZaUT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 857 4344 7842 Passcode: 725597
AGENDA: Discussion/action: VI. a) Commission consolidation, b) Grant shelter dog play area, V. Keeping Burrowing owls safe from people and off-leash dogs at Cesar Chavez Park.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Animal_Care_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board Outreach Committee at 5 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85461512732?pwd=anY5UVo1S0h5SmNYdGovVkZiZW1BQT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 854 6151 2732
AGENDA: 4. Public comment, 5. Update Tenant Survey, 6. Fair Chance Ordinance, 7. COVID Relief, 8. Cal Student Outreach.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Commission on Labor at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88058991335
Teleconference: try 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 880 5899 1335
AGENDA: Public comment non-agenda items, Action items: 2. Head Start layoffs and cuts to programming, Fair Work Week Policy, 4. Labor Shortage and impact on economic recovery, 5. 2022 workplan, 6. Healthcare worker strikes at Kaiser and Sutter.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Labor_Homepage.aspx
Commission on the Status of Women at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/s/86765822001
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 867 6582 2001
AGENDA: 4. Public Comment, 6. Friends of COSOW, 7. Townhall, 8. New Member Recruitment, 9. Legislative Updates.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_the_Status_of_Women_Homepage.aspx
Human Welfare & Community Action Commission at 6:30 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/4863098496
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 486 309 8496
AGENDA: 6. Review of Family Violence Law Center program and financial reports, 7. Recommendation: Vacant Properties, 8. Tax Transparency, 9. Alta Bates Update, 10. Discussion and possible action regarding how community agency complaints and concerns are addressed, 11. Discussion and possible action regarding communication with Council on the status of the Pathways facility consultant’s report, 12. Easy Does It, 13. Homelessness in Berkeley, 14. Air Quality.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Human_Welfare_and_Community_Action_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Independent Redistricting Commission at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89799186789
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 897 9918 6789
AGENDA: 2. Review of Community of Interest Form Submissions, 3. Review of Map Submissions, Subcommittee Reports.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/irc/
https://redistricting-commission-berkeley.hub.arcgis.com/
Commission on Aging at 1 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88900940588?pwd=aFdDajB2eFIwY1IrK01TaXRSSGsxUT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 726 7423 9145
AGENDA: no agenda posted on website
Thursday, November 18, 2021
City Council Land Use, Housing & Economic Development Committee at 10:30 am,
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85083833204
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 850 8383 3204
AGENDA: 2. Taplin - Small Business Listening Session, 3. Streamlining Toxic Remediation in Manufacturing districts.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Land_Use,_Housing___Economic_Development.aspx
Design Review Committee at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81272036909
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 812 7203 6909
AGENDA: 2352 Shattuck – final design review modification tenant signage – demolish 2 existing commercial buildings, split lot in two, and construct two 8-story mixed-use buildings, with 204 units (including 14 very low income units) 12,154 sq ft commercial space, 17,012 sq ft usable open space and 90 ground-level parking spaces.
2435 San Pablo – final design review – construct 4-story mixed-use building with ground floor live/work space and residential lobby, 48 private rooms with communal kitchens on each residential floor, rooftop terraces on the 3rd and 4th floor and 56 bicycle parking spaces on existing vacant lot.
Discuss Design Review Submittal Requirements and how those can play a role in supporting native plants and wild-life supporting plants and bird safety. Bird safety includes dark sky measures. Possible review of current design review submittal requirements and motion with direction to staff.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/designreview/
Fair Campaign Practices Commission (FCPC) & Open Government Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89347300136
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 893 4730 0136
AGENDA: 3. Public Comment, 6. Proposed changes to Berkeley Election Reform Act (BERA) to prohibit or regulate officeholder accounts, 7. Review and possible amendments to FCPC enforcement procedures.
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/FCPC/
Transportation Commission at 7 pm
Check for agenda and links after Monday
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Transportation_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board at 7 pm
Check for agenda and links after Monday
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Reimagining Public Safety task Force
NICJR -Draft Final report and Implementation Plan https://www.cityofberkeley.info/uploadedFiles/Clerk/Level_3_-_Commissions/Draft%20Final%20Report%20and%20Implementation%20Plan%20FNL%20DRFT%2010.30.21.pdf (274 pages)
Check for agenda and links after Monday
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/RIPST.aspx
Friday, November 19, 2021
Climate Emergency Task Force – Virtual Summit Series at 9 am
Use link to pre-register
AGENDA: Next steps for United Climate Actions
https://www.cemtf.org/
Saturday, November 20, 2021 & Sunday, November 21, 2021
No City meetings or events found
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Agenda and Rules Committee, Monday, November 15 at 2:30 pm
Draft Agenda for November 30 Regular City Council meeting
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85363307835
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 853 6330 7835
AGENDA: (280 pages)
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
CONSENT: 1. Minutes, 2. Grant Approval - Application for $50,000 from San Francisco Foundation support for 100% affordable housing at BART stations, 3. MOU between CoB and Rent Board to implement Ronald V. Dellums Fair Chance Housing Ordinance, 4, Formal bid solicitations $340,000, 5. Contract $99,000 with Blaisdell’s Business Products for new office and classroom furniture for the North Berkeley Senior Center, 6. Amend Contract add $210,000 and extend for 1 year with Youth Spirit Artworks Mental Health and Case management Services, 7/ Amend contract add $47,999 total $400,915 thru June 30, 2024 with Mental Health Services Help@Hand Participation Agreement, 8. Contract $1,200,000 with Alameda County Network of Mental Health Clients (Berkeley Drop-in Center), Options Recovery and Women’s Daytime Drop-in Center, 9. Contract $150,000 with NEED (Needle Exchange Emergency Distribution 7-1-2021 – 6-30-2024, 10. Grant Application $1,104, 320 with CAL FIRE and Community Forestry tree planting, 11. Resolution approving electrification strategy of existing Berkeley Buildings, 12. Resolution to adopt Cities Race to Zero Campaign to establish 2030 emission reduction target 60.5% from 2018 levels, 13. Add $300,000 total $600,000with Siemens Industry for Fire and Life Safety Systems Maintenance and extend to 12-31-2024, 14. Contract add $150,000 total $650,000 with First Carbon Solutions, Inc for CEQA compliance for Solid Waste Recycling and extend to 6-30-2022, 15. Purchase order $305,900 with PB Loader Corporation for two chipper trucks, 16. Arreguin – refer $20,000 to 2021 AAO (mid-year budget) for Berkeley Age-Friendly Continuum, 17. Arreguin – Reappointment of Dr. P. Robert Beatty to Alameda Co. Mosquito Abatement District Board of Trustees, 18. Arreguin – Budget Referral $100,000 to support recovery of Habitot, 19. Harrison, co-sponsor Bartlett - Budget Referral Establishing a Pilot Existing Building Electrification, ACTION: 20. Public Hearing - Amend ADU Ordinance (response to 10-26-2021 council action), 21. Public Hearing – Bayer Healthcare LLC Certification of FEIR and Development Agreement, 22. Fair Campaign Practices Commission – Amendments to Berkeley Election Reform Act: 1) Make public financing available to candidates for Auditor, School Board Director, Rent Stabilization Board Commissioner, 2) Clarify use of funds, 3) requirements for unspent funds, 4) new process to return unused funds, 5) cost of living adjustment for contributions in January of each odd0numbered year, 23. CM and Police – Resolution accept Surveillance Technology Report for Automatic License Plate Readers (ALPR), GPS Trackers, Body Worn Cameras, an Street Level Imagery Project, 24. Taplin, co-sponsors Droste, Wengraf – Budget Referral ALPR, 25. Taplin – Refer to CM the establishment of a Crime Suppression Unit (CSU), 26. Harrison – add new BMC Chapter 12.01 establishing Emergency Greenhouse Gas Limits, 27. Hahn – Referral to CM to create system to better document, communicate, and prioritize Public Works requests from BUSD, 28. Wengraf – refer to CM to implement steps to promote increased pedestrian safety on streets lacking sidewalks, INFORMATION REPORTS: 29. Quarterly Update on short term referral process, 30. 4th Quarter Investment Report, 31. Annual Report Condominium Conversion Program, 32. Berkeley’s Community-wide GHG inventory.
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AGENDA for 11-16-2021 regular City Council meeting at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86284941257
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 862 8494 1257
PRESENTATION: Study to Achieve Equity in City Contracting – “Berkeley Inclusion in Opportunity Index, CONSENT: 1. Resolution required findings to meet via video and teleconference, 2. Formal bid solicitations $15,120,000, 3. Accept California Equitable Recovery Initiative (CER) grant, 4. Contract $75,000 with ONTRACK Program Resources Inc for Prevention and Early Intervention (PEI) for support services for African American community funded thru State of CA Mental Health Services Act (MHSA) thru 6-30-2022, 5. Salary Adjustment to Market Median for Dept Heads, 6. Commission Reorganization creating Parks, Recreation and Waterfront Commission, 7. Amend agreement between CA Dept of Transportation and City of Berkeley, new signal San Pablo & Parker and San Pablo & Bancroft, 8. Vision 2050 accept 1 year progress report, 9. Amend contract add $355,000 total $1,275,304 with Downtown Streets Team for add services around encampments and neighborhoods, 10. Purchase Order $285,000with Atlantic Machinery, Inc. for One Ravo Sweeper, 11. Fill vacancies elected representatives of the poor Human Welfare and Community Action Commission – George Lippman. 12. Salary Adjustment City Manager from $301,428 to $386,160, 13. Arreguin, co-sponsors Hahn, Wengraf, Bartlett – Resolution Condemning Facebook/Meta for its Role in the Rise of Hate Crimes while censoring efforts to promote awareness around hate crimes, 14. Taplin – Budget referral $100,000 Curtis Street Traffic Diverters at Curtis & Channing and Curtis and Addison. ACTION: 15. Renewal Elmwood (Business Improvement District) BID for 2022, 16. Renewal Solano BID for 2022, 17. Fees: Vital Records, increase current fee by $2.00 for issuing each birth, death and fetal death certificate effective 1-1-2022, 18. Opt-in to Countywide Organics Reduction and Recycling Ordinance will bring city in compliance with SB 1383. A. Parks and Waterfront Commission – Proposal to allocate revenues from Transient Occupancy Tax (hotel tax) in waterfront area to the marina fund,
Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
1527 Sacramento – 2nd story addition date TBD
2956 Hillegass - addition to nonconforming structure date TBD
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with End of Appeal Period,
SFD = Single Family Dwelling
699 Creston – 509 sq ft 2nd floor addition to existing SFD 11-23-2021
682 Ensenada – 126 sq ft 2-story rear addition ave height 19ft 1 ¼ in 11-23-2021
1442 Fifth – Demolition of existing SFD, construction 3 new SFD 11-18-2021
2429 Ninth – New window openings and larger windows 11-23-2021
776 Page - Demolition existing SFD, construction 3 new SFD
2022 San Pablo - expand existing veterinary clinic into 2020 San Pablo 11-18-2021
3100 San Pablo – Core and shell upgrade to building. New window openings on west elevation, equipment screens on parking deck level 11-18-2021
2411 Sixth – Add 2nd story to 1194 sq ft SFD on 4154 sq ft residential lot with nonconforming setback 11-18-2021
1048 University - expand veterinary clinic 11-18-2021
2326 Webster – Addition 300 sq ft including 5th bedroom over 14 and 28 sq ft in ave height to SFD 11-23-2021
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSESSIONS
December 7 –1. WETA/Ferry Service at the Marina, 2. Presentation by Bay Restoration Authority, 3. Update Zero Waste Rates and Priorities,
January 20 (Thursday) – Update on City’s COVID-19 Response and
Public Works/Infrastructure Presentation
February 15 – Homeless and Mental Health Services
March 15 – Housing Element Update
April 19 – Fire Department Standards of Coverage Study
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Alameda County LAFCO Presentation
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Civic Center – Old City Hall and Veterans Memorial Building
Mid-Year Budget Report FY 2022
Kelly Hammargren’s comments on what happened the preceding week can be found in the Berkeley Daily Planet www.berkeleydailyplanet.com under Activist’s Diary.
If you have a meeting you would like included in the summary of meetings, please send a notice to [email protected] by noon on the Friday of the preceding week.
This meeting list is also posted on the Sustainable Berkeley Coalition website.
http://www.sustainableberkeleycoalition.com/whats-ahead.html and in the Berkeley Daily Planet under activist’s calendar http://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
1527 Sacramento – 2nd story addition date TBD
2956 Hillegass - addition to nonconforming structure date TBD
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with End of Appeal Period,
SFD = Single Family Dwelling
699 Creston – 509 sq ft 2nd floor addition to existing SFD 11-23-2021
682 Ensenada – 126 sq ft 2-story rear addition ave height 19ft 1 ¼ in 11-23-2021
1442 Fifth – Demolition of existing SFD, construction 3 new SFD 11-18-2021
2429 Ninth – New window openings and larger windows 11-23-2021
776 Page - Demolition existing SFD, construction 3 new SFD
2022 San Pablo - expand existing veterinary clinic into 2020 San Pablo 11-18-2021
3100 San Pablo – Core and shell upgrade to building. New window openings on west elevation, equipment screens on parking deck level 11-18-2021
2411 Sixth – Add 2nd story to 1194 sq ft SFD on 4154 sq ft residential lot with nonconforming setback 11-18-2021
1048 University - expand veterinary clinic 11-18-2021
2326 Webster – Addition 300 sq ft including 5th bedroom over 14 and 28 sq ft in ave height to SFD 11-23-2021
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSESSIONS
December 7 –1. WETA/Ferry Service at the Marina, 2. Presentation by Bay Restoration Authority, 3. Update Zero Waste Rates and Priorities,
January 20 (Thursday) – Update on City’s COVID-19 Response and
Public Works/Infrastructure Presentation
February 15 – Homeless and Mental Health Services
March 15 – Housing Element Update
April 19 – Fire Department Standards of Coverage Study
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Alameda County LAFCO Presentation
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Civic Center – Old City Hall and Veterans Memorial Building
Mid-Year Budget Report FY 2022
Kelly Hammargren’s comments on what happened the preceding week can be found in the Berkeley Daily Planet www.berkeleydailyplanet.com under Activist’s Diary.
If you have a meeting you would like included in the summary of meetings, please send a notice to [email protected] by noon on the Friday of the preceding week.
This meeting list is also posted on the Sustainable Berkeley Coalition website.
http://www.sustainableberkeleycoalition.com/whats-ahead.html and in the Berkeley Daily Planet under activist’s calendar http://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
November 7 - November 14, 2021
Worth Noting – Lots of Surveys:
Berkeley Redistricting Submission Deadline November 15, 2021. The City Council Districts must be redrawn to adjust for growing and shifting population. You can submit your own proposal for consideration https://www.cityofberkeley.info/redistricting/
Housing Survey to plan for where to put 8934 units as required in the Housing Element: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/berkeleyhousing
Vision 2050 Survey – the City is planning for a major bond measure in 2022 on infrastructure: tinyurl.com/2050survey
Reimagining Public Safety Public Meetings – the final NICJR is available: www.berkeley-rps.org
Complete Streets Survey is for the Southside, but this has implications for the rest of the city: https://survey.alchemer.com/s3/6575124/Berkeley-Southside-Survey-October-2021
Deadline to submit response to the DEIR for the Ashby and North Berkeley BART Station Housing Projects is December 1, 2021 at 5 pm https://www.cityofberkeley.info/bartplanning/ (395 pages)
Monday – Youth Commission at 5 pm,
Tuesday – Regular City Council meeting is at 6 pm with 20. Objective Standards - should solar panels be blocked by shadows from new construction? 21. Should Hotel tax from the waterfront go to the starving waterfront budget or the general fund? 22. Officeholder accounts – should councilmembers receive donations to special spending account and if so what are the rules, 23. Should the budget committee consider a pilot program for free AC transit on Sundays to encourage use of transit?
Wednesday – At 6 pm Reimagining Public Safety report from the consultants for Districts 1,2 and the Southside Complete Streets with several designs to improve walking, biking, driving, and transit safety. The Homeless Commission, Parks Commission and Police Accountability Board all meet at 7 pm.
Thursday – Veterans Holiday followed by reduced service day on Friday - no meetings.
Saturday – Berkeley Neighborhoods Council at 10 am.
The November 9 council agenda is posted at the bottom and available for comment. Note items moved to November 9 from last council meeting which ran until after midnight: 20. Objective standards, density, design, shadows (with an absence of residential neighborhood solar protections), 21. Marina hotel tax (will tax go to the Marina or general fund), 22. Officeholder accounts and 23. free Sunday AC transit are on the agenda under ACTION.
The November 16 City Council regular meeting agenda is available for comment. Item 12 is the proposed 28.11% raise for the City Manager. The City’s Salary survey has been expanded with population and land area added. You should find these two additional components very interesting when comparing salaries. The expanded table is with the November 16 agenda.
Save Solar Petition https://www.savecaliforniasolar.org/sign-petition?utm_source=personal&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=organization
Sunday, November 7, 2021 - Daylight Savings Ends - No City meetings or events found
Monday, November 8, 2021
Youth Commission at 5pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85925075321?
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 859 2507 5321 Passcode: 621930
AGENDA: DISCUSSION: 10. Former Youth Commission Chair, Similea Rodgers, 11. Member of student organization Telegraph for Everyone, Sam Greenberg, 13. Recommendation for youth on more City of Berkeley commissions, 14. Meatless Mondays Initiative at BUSD, 15. Update Reimagining Public Safety Task Force, 16. Youth Commission Mini-grants.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Youth_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Tuesday, November 9, 2021
City Council Closed Session at 4:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88944392774
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 889 4439 2774
AGENDA: 1. Conference with legal counsel – pending litigation Worker’s Compensation #BER1900079
City Council Regular Meeting at 6 pm,
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83174462723
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 831 7446 2723
AGENDA: full agenda follows list of meetings by day of the week or use link
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Solano Avenue Business Improvement District Advisory Board,
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86475480085
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 864 7548 0085
AGENDA: 4. Review Invoices from SAA 5. Projects/Goals for 2022/Collaboration with SAA.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Solano_BID_Board.aspx
Wednesday, November 10, 2021
Reimagining Public Safety Community Meetings at 6 pm – 8 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81664819932
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 (try this phone not listed) Meeting ID: 816 6481 9932
AGENDA: “Community Engagement” the National Institute for Criminal Justice Reform (NICJR) will share their final report (274 pages – available at https://www.cityofberkeley.info/RIPST.aspx listed under secretary)
All meetings at 6 pm – 8 pm meetings are by district, however, there are conflicts with other city meetings on some of these dates
Wednesday, November 10 – West Berkeley – District 1,2
Monday, November 15 – Downtown Civic Arts District, South Berkeley – Districts 3,4
Tuesday (before Thanksgiving), November 23 – In-person location to be determined
Tuesday, November 30 (the same evening and at the same time as city council) Districts 5,6,7,8
https://berkeley-rps.org/
Southside Complete Streets Online Open House at 6 pm – 8 pm
Pre-register for video links: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/berkeley-southside-complete-streets-project-online-open-house-tickets-194656231027
AGENDA: If you complete the survey first you will be better prepared for the discussion
Complete Streets Survey: https://survey.alchemer.com/s3/6575124/Berkeley-Southside-Survey-October-2021 Complete streets is a project to improve the conditions for walking, biking, transit, driving and deliveries, but don’t just think of this as southside. If we can get a decent plan for the southside, it needs to be spread across the city.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/southsidecompletestreets.aspx
Rent Stabilization Board at 10 am
Use Link to register and receive links
AGENDA: Security Deposits Rights and Responsibilities Webinar
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Homeless Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/96645301465
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 966 4530 1465
AGENDA: 5. HOME ARP application, chair/vice-chair update, 7. Stats on crisis queue and housing queue, 9. Point-in-Time-Count, 10. Possible action on South Berkeley Homeless Outreach Coordinator, 11. Possible action on extending date and scope of storm shelter to other emergencies, 12. Update from CM office on RV lot and 8th and Harrison residents.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Homeless_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Parks and Waterfront Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/96974512296
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 969 7451 2296
AGENDA: 5. Public comment, 6. Chair’s report, 7. Director’s report, 8. Presentation 2050, 9. Update grants, 10. Update Reorganization, 11. Pier-Ferry Planning Project.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Parks_and_Waterfront_Commission.aspx
Police Accountability Board at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82237902987
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 822 3790 2987
AGENDA: 5. Report from Board member Change on public service video about hate crimes reporting, Update from Board member Mizell on Reimagining Public Safety Task Force, 6. Director report on complaints, 7. Chief’s report, 8. Subcommittee Reports a. Fair & Impartial Policing, b. Director Search, c. Regulations, 9. F/U on whether the City Attorney’s Office has determined it can meet in closed session with the PAB regarding confidential memos on: 1) obligation to meet and confer over provisions of the Interim Regulations for handling complaints against sworn officers, 2) lawful changes to the hearing process to correct imbalances, b. Further report on City Attorney conflict-of-interest issues, c. Policy complaint, d. Revision of Policy 425, Body Worn Cameras, to broaden access by PAB and PDPA, 10. a. Proposal for Board members to fulfill training requirements in part by reading materials on recommended list, b. Update from Interim Chief Louis regarding the October 15 incident involving a gun on the Berkeley High campus, c. Training: Quaso-judicial obligations of the PAB. 11. Public Comment. Closed Session 12. Consider Recommendation for Administrative Closure of Complaint #3, 13. Consider Recommendation for Administrative Closure of Complaint #9, 14. Consider findings and recommendations of interim Director in Complaint #4 and decide whether a hearing is needed.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/ContentDisplay.aspx?id=162752
Thursday, November 11, 2021 – Veteran’s Day – City & Government Offices Closed
Friday, November 12, 2021 - Reduced Service Day – No City meetings or events found
Saturday, November 13 2021
Berkeley Neighborhoods Council at 10 am
AGENDA: Check later in the week for meeting links and agenda
https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/bnc-agendas/
Sunday, November 14, 2021 - No City meetings or events found
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November 9, 2021, Regular City Council meeting at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83174462723
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 831 7446 2723
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
PRESENTATION: Study to Achieve Equity in City Contracting – “Berkeley Inclusion in Opportunity Index, CONSENT: 1. Ratify COVID Emergency, 2. Bid Solicitations, 3. Opt-in to CAA Health and Dependent Care Account extension for 2020 and 2021for extended reimbursement periods, 4. Grant Applications Prop 68 (parks), 5. Accept grant Selective Traffic Enforcement Program (STEP), 6. Board of Library Trustees Reappoint Amy Roth, 7. Arreguin – Berkeley Holiday Fund, 8. Arreguin – United Against Hate Week, 9. Taplin, Co-sponsors Bartlett, Robinson, Hahn - Affordable Housing Overlay Refer to CM and Planning Commission, 10. Taplin, co-sponsor Bartlett – Budget Referral Berkeley Ceasefire $200,000 Gun Violence Prevention program (GVI) , 11. Taplin – Budget Referral $100,000 Annual Appropriations for Strawberry Creek Lodge, 12. Taplin – Budget Referral West Berkeley Residential Preferential Parking – expands restricted parking to west Berkeley – streets to be included not defined, 13. Taplin, co-sponsors Arreguin, Harrison, Hahn – Resolution Recognizing Housing as a Human Right, Referral to CM Begin Developing Social Housing, includes up to $300,000 for one or more consultants, application to meet housing needs of moderate, low, very low and extremely low income households, 14. Bartlett - Budget Referral $200,000 Homeless Outreach Coordinator for South Shattuck at Dwight Way to Adeline at 62nd Street, 15. Letter in Opposition to EPA and Oxitec Ltd. Proposal to release genetically engineered mosquitoes in CA Counties, 16. Hahn - Budget Referral $50,000 Solano-Peralta Park restoration and improvements, , 17. Hahn, co-sponsors Wengraf – Bright Streets, to improve street conditions, 18. Wengraf – Resolution recommending Berkeley evacuation routes from High Fire Hazard Severity Zone be considered in PG&E Safety Initiative 10,000 Miles of Undergrounding Power Utility Lines, ACTION: 19. CM (Buddenhagen) - Public Hearing Resolution to initiate a $114,228 lien on property at 2800 Garber for Administrative Citations, 20. Objective Standards Recommendations for Density, Design and Shadows, 21. Parks and Waterfront Commission – Proposal to allocate revenues from Transient Occupancy Tax (hotel tax) in waterfront area to the marina fund, 22. Amend Berkeley Election Reform Act (BERA) relating to officeholder accounts, 23. Harrison co-sponsor Bartlett – Budget Referral $500,000 to Support Pilot Program offering free AC transit on Sundays in Berkeley.
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AGENDA for 11-16-2021 regular City Council meeting at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86284941257
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 862 8494 1257
PRESENTATION: Study to Achieve Equity in City Contracting – “Berkeley Inclusion in Opportunity Index, CONSENT: 1. Resolution required findings to meet via video and teleconference, 2. Formal bid solicitations $15,120,000, 3. Accept California Equitable Recovery Initiative (CER) grant, 4. Contract $75,000 with ONTRACK Program Resources Inc for Prevention and Early Intervention (PEI) for support services for African American community funded thru State of CA Mental Health Services Act (MHSA) thru 6-30-2022, 5. Salary Adjustment to Market Median for Dept Heads, 6. Commission Reorganization creating Parks, Recreation and Waterfront Commission, 7. Amend agreement between CA Dept of Transportation and City of Berkeley, new signal San Pablo & Parker and San Pablo & Bancroft, 8. Vision 2050 accept 1 year progress report, 9. Amend contract add $355,000 total $1,275,304 with Downtown Streets Team for add services around encampments and neighborhoods, 10. Purchase Order $285,000with Atlantic Machinery, Inc. for One Ravo Sweeper, 11. Fill vacancies elected representatives of the poor Human Welfare and Community Action Commission – George Lippman. 12. Salary Adjustment City Manager from $301,428 to $386,160, 13. Arreguin, co-sponsors Hahn, Wengraf, Bartlett – Resolution Condemning Facebook/Meta for its Role in the Rise of Hate Crimes while censoring efforts to promote awareness around hate crimes, 14. Taplin – Budget referral $100,000 Curtis Street Traffic Diverters at Curtis & Channing and Curtis and Addison. ACTION: 15. Renewal Elmwood (Business Improvement District) BID for 2022, 16. Renewal Solano BID for 2022, 17. Fees: Vital Records, increase current fee by $2.00 for issuing each birth, death and fetal death certificate effective 1-1-2022, 18. Opt-in to Countywide Organics Reduction and Recycling Ordinance will bring city in compliance with SB 1383.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
City Manager Salary Survey
BERKELEY PROPOSED CITY MANAGER SALARY $32,180 ANNUALIZED $386,160
RAISE OF $84,732 OR 28.11%
City/Agency
Classification
Minimum
Monthly
Base
Salary
Maximum
Monthly
Base Salary
Annualized
Maximum Base
Salary
Land Area
Square
Miles
Population
From 2020
Census
Berkeley
City Manager
$25,119
$25,119
$301,428
17.7
10.5 sq mi of land 7.2 sq mi water
124,321
Alameda County
County Administrator
$23,982
$31,257
$375,084
739
1,682,353
Concord
City Manager
$24,476
$24,476
$293,712
30.55
Contra Costa County
County Administrator
$29,678
$32,768
$393,216
716
1,165,927
Fremont
City Manager
$28,028
$28,028
$336,336
88.46
230,504
Hayward
City Manager
$25,218
$25,218
$302,616
162,954
Oakland
City Administrator
$25,559
$31,949
$383,868
78.03
440,646
Palo Alto
City Manager
$29,668
$29,668
$356,016
23.9
68,572
Richmond
City Manager
$14,805
$23,567
$282,804
52.51
116,448
San Francisco
City Administrator
(Department Head V)
$22,505
$28,721
$344,652
46.87
873,965
San Jose
City Manager
$25,113
$30,431
$365,172
179.87
1,009340
San Mateo County
County Manager
$32,442
$32,442
$389,304
741
764,442
Santa Clara County
County Executive
$29,329
$32,412
$388,944
1,304
1,936,259
The City Council Report ranks the Labor Market Median Monthly Salary as $30,049 with Berkeley as below the median by -19.63$ and with a ranking of 11. The City Council Report does not take-into- account the population or size of the area. Population and land area managed are added for additional consideration.
Data effective as of September 2021, San Jose – 5% non-pensionable pay added to base salary
Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
1527 Sacramento – 2nd story addition date 2-1-2022
2956 Hillegass - addition to nonconforming structure date 2-1-2022
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with End of Appeal Period,
SFD = Single Family Dwelling
699 Creston – 509 sq ft 2nd floor addition to existing SFD 11-23-2021
682 Ensenada – 126 sq ft 2-story rear addition ave height 19ft 1 ¼ in 11-23-2021
1442 Fifth – Demolition of existing SFD, construction 3 new SFD 11-18-2021
2429 Ninth – New window openings and larger windows 11-23-2021
776 Page - Demolition existing SFD, construction 3 new SFD
2022 San Pablo - expand existing veterinary clinic into 2020 San Pablo 11-18-2021
3100 San Pablo – Core and shell upgrade to building. New window openings on west elevation, equipment screens on parking deck level 11-18-2021
2411 Sixth – Add 2nd story to 1194 sq ft SFD on 4154 sq ft residential lot with nonconforming setback 11-18-2021
1048 University expand veterinary clinic 11-18-2021
Worth Noting – lots of surveys:
2326 Webster – Addition 300 sq ft including 5th bedroom over 14 and 28 sq ft in ave height to SFD 11-23-2021
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSESSIONS
December 7 –1. WETA/Ferry Service at the Marina, 2. Presentation by Bay Restoration Authority, 3. Update Zero Waste Rates and Priorities,
January 20 (Thursday) – Public Works/Infrastructure, Review and Update on City’s COVID-19 Response
February 15 – Homeless and Mental Health Services
March 15 – Housing Element Update
April 19 – Fire Department Standards of Coverage Study
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Alameda County LAFCO Presentation
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Civic Center – Old City Hall and Veterans Memorial Building
Mid-Year Budget Report FY 2022
Worth Noting – Lots of Surveys:
Berkeley Redistricting Submission Deadline November 15, 2021. The City Council Districts must be redrawn to adjust for growing and shifting population. You can submit your own proposal for consideration https://www.cityofberkeley.info/redistricting/
Housing Survey to plan for where to put 8934 units as required in the Housing Element: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/berkeleyhousing
Vision 2050 Survey – the City is planning for a major bond measure in 2022 on infrastructure: tinyurl.com/2050survey
Reimagining Public Safety Public Meetings – the final NICJR is available: www.berkeley-rps.org
Complete Streets Survey is for the Southside, but this has implications for the rest of the city: https://survey.alchemer.com/s3/6575124/Berkeley-Southside-Survey-October-2021
Deadline to submit response to the DEIR for the Ashby and North Berkeley BART Station Housing Projects is December 1, 2021 at 5 pm https://www.cityofberkeley.info/bartplanning/ (395 pages)
Monday – Youth Commission at 5 pm,
Tuesday – Regular City Council meeting is at 6 pm with 20. Objective Standards - should solar panels be blocked by shadows from new construction? 21. Should Hotel tax from the waterfront go to the starving waterfront budget or the general fund? 22. Officeholder accounts – should councilmembers receive donations to special spending account and if so what are the rules, 23. Should the budget committee consider a pilot program for free AC transit on Sundays to encourage use of transit?
Wednesday – At 6 pm Reimagining Public Safety report from the consultants for Districts 1,2 and the Southside Complete Streets with several designs to improve walking, biking, driving, and transit safety. The Homeless Commission, Parks Commission and Police Accountability Board all meet at 7 pm.
Thursday – Veterans Holiday followed by reduced service day on Friday - no meetings.
Saturday – Berkeley Neighborhoods Council at 10 am.
The November 9 council agenda is posted at the bottom and available for comment. Note items moved to November 9 from last council meeting which ran until after midnight: 20. Objective standards, density, design, shadows (with an absence of residential neighborhood solar protections), 21. Marina hotel tax (will tax go to the Marina or general fund), 22. Officeholder accounts and 23. free Sunday AC transit are on the agenda under ACTION.
The November 16 City Council regular meeting agenda is available for comment. Item 12 is the proposed 28.11% raise for the City Manager. The City’s Salary survey has been expanded with population and land area added. You should find these two additional components very interesting when comparing salaries. The expanded table is with the November 16 agenda.
Save Solar Petition https://www.savecaliforniasolar.org/sign-petition?utm_source=personal&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=organization
Sunday, November 7, 2021 - Daylight Savings Ends - No City meetings or events found
Monday, November 8, 2021
Youth Commission at 5pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85925075321?
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 859 2507 5321 Passcode: 621930
AGENDA: DISCUSSION: 10. Former Youth Commission Chair, Similea Rodgers, 11. Member of student organization Telegraph for Everyone, Sam Greenberg, 13. Recommendation for youth on more City of Berkeley commissions, 14. Meatless Mondays Initiative at BUSD, 15. Update Reimagining Public Safety Task Force, 16. Youth Commission Mini-grants.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Youth_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Tuesday, November 9, 2021
City Council Closed Session at 4:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88944392774
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 889 4439 2774
AGENDA: 1. Conference with legal counsel – pending litigation Worker’s Compensation #BER1900079
City Council Regular Meeting at 6 pm,
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83174462723
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 831 7446 2723
AGENDA: full agenda follows list of meetings by day of the week or use link
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Solano Avenue Business Improvement District Advisory Board,
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86475480085
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 864 7548 0085
AGENDA: 4. Review Invoices from SAA 5. Projects/Goals for 2022/Collaboration with SAA.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Solano_BID_Board.aspx
Wednesday, November 10, 2021
Reimagining Public Safety Community Meetings at 6 pm – 8 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81664819932
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 (try this phone not listed) Meeting ID: 816 6481 9932
AGENDA: “Community Engagement” the National Institute for Criminal Justice Reform (NICJR) will share their final report (274 pages – available at https://www.cityofberkeley.info/RIPST.aspx listed under secretary)
All meetings at 6 pm – 8 pm meetings are by district, however, there are conflicts with other city meetings on some of these dates
Wednesday, November 10 – West Berkeley – District 1,2
Monday, November 15 – Downtown Civic Arts District, South Berkeley – Districts 3,4
Tuesday (before Thanksgiving), November 23 – In-person location to be determined
Tuesday, November 30 (the same evening and at the same time as city council) Districts 5,6,7,8
https://berkeley-rps.org/
Southside Complete Streets Online Open House at 6 pm – 8 pm
Pre-register for video links: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/berkeley-southside-complete-streets-project-online-open-house-tickets-194656231027
AGENDA: If you complete the survey first you will be better prepared for the discussion
Complete Streets Survey: https://survey.alchemer.com/s3/6575124/Berkeley-Southside-Survey-October-2021 Complete streets is a project to improve the conditions for walking, biking, transit, driving and deliveries, but don’t just think of this as southside. If we can get a decent plan for the southside, it needs to be spread across the city.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/southsidecompletestreets.aspx
Rent Stabilization Board at 10 am
Use Link to register and receive links
AGENDA: Security Deposits Rights and Responsibilities Webinar
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Homeless Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/96645301465
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 966 4530 1465
AGENDA: 5. HOME ARP application, chair/vice-chair update, 7. Stats on crisis queue and housing queue, 9. Point-in-Time-Count, 10. Possible action on South Berkeley Homeless Outreach Coordinator, 11. Possible action on extending date and scope of storm shelter to other emergencies, 12. Update from CM office on RV lot and 8th and Harrison residents.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Homeless_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Parks and Waterfront Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/96974512296
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 969 7451 2296
AGENDA: 5. Public comment, 6. Chair’s report, 7. Director’s report, 8. Presentation 2050, 9. Update grants, 10. Update Reorganization, 11. Pier-Ferry Planning Project.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Parks_and_Waterfront_Commission.aspx
Police Accountability Board at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82237902987
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 822 3790 2987
AGENDA: 5. Report from Board member Change on public service video about hate crimes reporting, Update from Board member Mizell on Reimagining Public Safety Task Force, 6. Director report on complaints, 7. Chief’s report, 8. Subcommittee Reports a. Fair & Impartial Policing, b. Director Search, c. Regulations, 9. F/U on whether the City Attorney’s Office has determined it can meet in closed session with the PAB regarding confidential memos on: 1) obligation to meet and confer over provisions of the Interim Regulations for handling complaints against sworn officers, 2) lawful changes to the hearing process to correct imbalances, b. Further report on City Attorney conflict-of-interest issues, c. Policy complaint, d. Revision of Policy 425, Body Worn Cameras, to broaden access by PAB and PDPA, 10. a. Proposal for Board members to fulfill training requirements in part by reading materials on recommended list, b. Update from Interim Chief Louis regarding the October 15 incident involving a gun on the Berkeley High campus, c. Training: Quaso-judicial obligations of the PAB. 11. Public Comment. Closed Session 12. Consider Recommendation for Administrative Closure of Complaint #3, 13. Consider Recommendation for Administrative Closure of Complaint #9, 14. Consider findings and recommendations of interim Director in Complaint #4 and decide whether a hearing is needed.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/ContentDisplay.aspx?id=162752
Thursday, November 11, 2021 – Veteran’s Day – City & Government Offices Closed
Friday, November 12, 2021 - Reduced Service Day – No City meetings or events found
Saturday, November 13 2021
Berkeley Neighborhoods Council at 10 am
AGENDA: Check later in the week for meeting links and agenda
https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/bnc-agendas/
Sunday, November 14, 2021 - No City meetings or events found
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November 9, 2021, Regular City Council meeting at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83174462723
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 831 7446 2723
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
PRESENTATION: Study to Achieve Equity in City Contracting – “Berkeley Inclusion in Opportunity Index, CONSENT: 1. Ratify COVID Emergency, 2. Bid Solicitations, 3. Opt-in to CAA Health and Dependent Care Account extension for 2020 and 2021for extended reimbursement periods, 4. Grant Applications Prop 68 (parks), 5. Accept grant Selective Traffic Enforcement Program (STEP), 6. Board of Library Trustees Reappoint Amy Roth, 7. Arreguin – Berkeley Holiday Fund, 8. Arreguin – United Against Hate Week, 9. Taplin, Co-sponsors Bartlett, Robinson, Hahn - Affordable Housing Overlay Refer to CM and Planning Commission, 10. Taplin, co-sponsor Bartlett – Budget Referral Berkeley Ceasefire $200,000 Gun Violence Prevention program (GVI) , 11. Taplin – Budget Referral $100,000 Annual Appropriations for Strawberry Creek Lodge, 12. Taplin – Budget Referral West Berkeley Residential Preferential Parking – expands restricted parking to west Berkeley – streets to be included not defined, 13. Taplin, co-sponsors Arreguin, Harrison, Hahn – Resolution Recognizing Housing as a Human Right, Referral to CM Begin Developing Social Housing, includes up to $300,000 for one or more consultants, application to meet housing needs of moderate, low, very low and extremely low income households, 14. Bartlett - Budget Referral $200,000 Homeless Outreach Coordinator for South Shattuck at Dwight Way to Adeline at 62nd Street, 15. Letter in Opposition to EPA and Oxitec Ltd. Proposal to release genetically engineered mosquitoes in CA Counties, 16. Hahn - Budget Referral $50,000 Solano-Peralta Park restoration and improvements, , 17. Hahn, co-sponsors Wengraf – Bright Streets, to improve street conditions, 18. Wengraf – Resolution recommending Berkeley evacuation routes from High Fire Hazard Severity Zone be considered in PG&E Safety Initiative 10,000 Miles of Undergrounding Power Utility Lines, ACTION: 19. CM (Buddenhagen) - Public Hearing Resolution to initiate a $114,228 lien on property at 2800 Garber for Administrative Citations, 20. Objective Standards Recommendations for Density, Design and Shadows, 21. Parks and Waterfront Commission – Proposal to allocate revenues from Transient Occupancy Tax (hotel tax) in waterfront area to the marina fund, 22. Amend Berkeley Election Reform Act (BERA) relating to officeholder accounts, 23. Harrison co-sponsor Bartlett – Budget Referral $500,000 to Support Pilot Program offering free AC transit on Sundays in Berkeley.
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AGENDA for 11-16-2021 regular City Council meeting at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86284941257
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 862 8494 1257
PRESENTATION: Study to Achieve Equity in City Contracting – “Berkeley Inclusion in Opportunity Index, CONSENT: 1. Resolution required findings to meet via video and teleconference, 2. Formal bid solicitations $15,120,000, 3. Accept California Equitable Recovery Initiative (CER) grant, 4. Contract $75,000 with ONTRACK Program Resources Inc for Prevention and Early Intervention (PEI) for support services for African American community funded thru State of CA Mental Health Services Act (MHSA) thru 6-30-2022, 5. Salary Adjustment to Market Median for Dept Heads, 6. Commission Reorganization creating Parks, Recreation and Waterfront Commission, 7. Amend agreement between CA Dept of Transportation and City of Berkeley, new signal San Pablo & Parker and San Pablo & Bancroft, 8. Vision 2050 accept 1 year progress report, 9. Amend contract add $355,000 total $1,275,304 with Downtown Streets Team for add services around encampments and neighborhoods, 10. Purchase Order $285,000with Atlantic Machinery, Inc. for One Ravo Sweeper, 11. Fill vacancies elected representatives of the poor Human Welfare and Community Action Commission – George Lippman. 12. Salary Adjustment City Manager from $301,428 to $386,160, 13. Arreguin, co-sponsors Hahn, Wengraf, Bartlett – Resolution Condemning Facebook/Meta for its Role in the Rise of Hate Crimes while censoring efforts to promote awareness around hate crimes, 14. Taplin – Budget referral $100,000 Curtis Street Traffic Diverters at Curtis & Channing and Curtis and Addison. ACTION: 15. Renewal Elmwood (Business Improvement District) BID for 2022, 16. Renewal Solano BID for 2022, 17. Fees: Vital Records, increase current fee by $2.00 for issuing each birth, death and fetal death certificate effective 1-1-2022, 18. Opt-in to Countywide Organics Reduction and Recycling Ordinance will bring city in compliance with SB 1383.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
City Manager Salary Survey
BERKELEY PROPOSED CITY MANAGER SALARY $32,180 ANNUALIZED $386,160
RAISE OF $84,732 OR 28.11%
City/Agency
Classification
Minimum
Monthly
Base
Salary
Maximum
Monthly
Base Salary
Annualized
Maximum Base
Salary
Land Area
Square
Miles
Population
From 2020
Census
Berkeley
City Manager
$25,119
$25,119
$301,428
17.7
10.5 sq mi of land 7.2 sq mi water
124,321
Alameda County
County Administrator
$23,982
$31,257
$375,084
739
1,682,353
Concord
City Manager
$24,476
$24,476
$293,712
30.55
Contra Costa County
County Administrator
$29,678
$32,768
$393,216
716
1,165,927
Fremont
City Manager
$28,028
$28,028
$336,336
88.46
230,504
Hayward
City Manager
$25,218
$25,218
$302,616
162,954
Oakland
City Administrator
$25,559
$31,949
$383,868
78.03
440,646
Palo Alto
City Manager
$29,668
$29,668
$356,016
23.9
68,572
Richmond
City Manager
$14,805
$23,567
$282,804
52.51
116,448
San Francisco
City Administrator
(Department Head V)
$22,505
$28,721
$344,652
46.87
873,965
San Jose
City Manager
$25,113
$30,431
$365,172
179.87
1,009340
San Mateo County
County Manager
$32,442
$32,442
$389,304
741
764,442
Santa Clara County
County Executive
$29,329
$32,412
$388,944
1,304
1,936,259
The City Council Report ranks the Labor Market Median Monthly Salary as $30,049 with Berkeley as below the median by -19.63$ and with a ranking of 11. The City Council Report does not take-into- account the population or size of the area. Population and land area managed are added for additional consideration.
Data effective as of September 2021, San Jose – 5% non-pensionable pay added to base salary
Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
1527 Sacramento – 2nd story addition date 2-1-2022
2956 Hillegass - addition to nonconforming structure date 2-1-2022
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with End of Appeal Period,
SFD = Single Family Dwelling
699 Creston – 509 sq ft 2nd floor addition to existing SFD 11-23-2021
682 Ensenada – 126 sq ft 2-story rear addition ave height 19ft 1 ¼ in 11-23-2021
1442 Fifth – Demolition of existing SFD, construction 3 new SFD 11-18-2021
2429 Ninth – New window openings and larger windows 11-23-2021
776 Page - Demolition existing SFD, construction 3 new SFD
2022 San Pablo - expand existing veterinary clinic into 2020 San Pablo 11-18-2021
3100 San Pablo – Core and shell upgrade to building. New window openings on west elevation, equipment screens on parking deck level 11-18-2021
2411 Sixth – Add 2nd story to 1194 sq ft SFD on 4154 sq ft residential lot with nonconforming setback 11-18-2021
1048 University expand veterinary clinic 11-18-2021
Worth Noting – lots of surveys:
2326 Webster – Addition 300 sq ft including 5th bedroom over 14 and 28 sq ft in ave height to SFD 11-23-2021
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSESSIONS
December 7 –1. WETA/Ferry Service at the Marina, 2. Presentation by Bay Restoration Authority, 3. Update Zero Waste Rates and Priorities,
January 20 (Thursday) – Public Works/Infrastructure, Review and Update on City’s COVID-19 Response
February 15 – Homeless and Mental Health Services
March 15 – Housing Element Update
April 19 – Fire Department Standards of Coverage Study
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Alameda County LAFCO Presentation
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Civic Center – Old City Hall and Veterans Memorial Building
Mid-Year Budget Report FY 2022
October 31 - November 7, 2021
Worth Noting:
Monday the Council Public Safety meeting is at 10:30 am and includes discriminatory reports, ALPR and restoring red light cameras. Agenda Committee planning for 11-16-21 council meeting is at 2:30. Peace of Justice at 7 pm has Rights of Nature on the agenda (council killed the referral last Tuesday). Kesarwani and Saltzman at North Berkeley BART at 5:30 – 6:30 pm.
Tuesday Council meets in closed session at 4 pm on the Leonard Powell lawsuit in superior court. PAB Subcommittee on regulations meets at 6:30 pm.
Wednesday the Council Budget Committee meets at 10 am. BOLT is at 6:30 pm. The Disability Commission meets at 6 pm with full agenda on accessible housing, Leonard Powell displacement, elevator ordinance. The Independent Redistricting meets at 6 pm – there is still time to submit your proposal for the new council district boundaries deadline November 15. The Planning Commission public hearing on the BART Station Housing Projects is at 7 pm – this looks to be the final meeting on zoning amendments and EIR.
Thursday the Land Use Committee takes up streamlining ADU permitting and toxic remediation. LPC meets at 7 pm. Public Works has not published the links or agenda – deadline for posting is Monday. WETA meets at 1 pm with item 9 on the agenda is the Berkeley Pier/Fair study and Ferry Service Business Plan Update.
The November 9 council agenda is posted at the bottom and available for comment. Note items moved to November 9 from last council meeting which ran until after midnight: 20. Objective standards, density, design, shadows (with an absence of residential neighborhood solar protections), 21. Marina hotel tax (will tax go to the Marina or general fund), 22. Officeholder accounts and 23. free Sunday AC transit are on the agenda under ACTION.
Sunday, October 31, 2021 – Halloween - No City meetings or events found
Monday, November 1, 2021
City Council Public Safety Committee at 10:30 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89051605410
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 890 5160 5410
AGENDA: 2. Presentation by Fire Dept evacuation plan, 3. Harrison, co-sponsor Hahn – Ordinance Prohibiting Discriminatory reports to law enforcement and refer to CM to report to council within 6 months anonymized data and information regarding discriminatory reports to law enforcement, 4. Taplin, co-sponsor Droste, Wengraf – Budget referral: automated license plate readers for community safety, 5. Taplin – Restoration of Red Light Camera Program.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Public_Safety.aspx
Agenda and Rules Committee at 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86588827250
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 865 8882 7250
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 2 – 7, 2. Review and approve draft agenda for 11-16-2021 (full agenda follows list of meetings by day of the week or use link). 3. Berkeley considers, 4. Adjournments in memory, 5. Council worksessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land use calendar, REFERRED ITEMS for REVIEW: 8. Impact of COVID on meetings, 9. Return to in-person meetings, 10. Discussion of changes to fules of procedure for budget referral, UNSCHEDULED ITEMS: 11. Strengthening and supporting city commissions.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
Peace and Justice Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88352159324
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 88352159324
AGENDA: 7. Rights of Nature, 8. Resolution to Council on Surveillance Ordinance, 9. Resolution on Immigration Reform, 10. Potential letter to BUSD Board and/or Council on commission reorganization elimination of BUSD appointments.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/ContentDisplay.aspx?id=13054
Councilmember Kesarwani with BART Board Director Rebecca Saltzman at 5:30 – 6:30 pm
In-person at North Berkeley BART Station to meet with public on BART Station Housing Plan
Tuesday, November 2, 2021
City Council Closed Session at 4 pm,
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89269037403
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 892 6903 7403
AGENDA: 1. Conference with legal counsel – existing or anticipated litigation, The People of the State of California v. Leonard Felton Powell CA Superior Court RG 15762567.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Police Accountability Board Regulations Subcommittee at 6:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82281228507#
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 822 8122 8507
AGENDA: 4. Continue drafting regulations.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/ContentDisplay.aspx?id=162752
Wednesday, November 3, 2021
City Council Budget & Finance Committee at 10 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83144440922
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 831 4444 0922
AGENDA: 2. Harrison, co-sponsor Bartlett - Budget Referral and Resolution establishing a pilot of building electrification installation incentives and just transition program with pre-qualified contractors meeting minimum labor standards to assist new property owners, renters and existing property owners with transition to zero-carbon buildings, 3. Cash v. Accrual Basis Accounting, 4. Discussion and development of criteria and timing for AAO Process. UNSCHEDULED: 5. Review of Council Fiscal Policies.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Budget___Finance.aspx
Board of Library Trustees at 6:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86042306505 (showing as expired)
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 860 4230 6505
AGENDA: B. FY 2022 Budget Amendment (AAO), C. Budget Priorities for FY 2023 & 2024, D. Initiation of RFP to hire consultant to support strategic planning.
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
Commission on Disability at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82676648116?pwd=S05WZHBQVkF0Z0ZWTlJ1L3EzSVEwdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 826 7664 8116 Passcode: 786788
AGENDA: Action Items: 1. Elevator Ordinance, 2. Vacancies, Discussion Items: 1. Presentation Infrastructure Bond, 2. Escooters and Ebikes, 3. Southside complete streets project, 4. Leonard Powell Displacement Issue, 5. Disaster Preparedness, 6. Accessible Housing Update, 7. Housing Element Update, 8. Elevator Ordinance Update, 9. Ethnicity & Disability Statistics of People who have contracted COVID in Berkeley.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Disability_Homepage.aspx
Independent Redistricting Commission at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86592119245
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 865 9211 9245
AGENDA: 2. Review of Community Interest Form Submissions, 3. Review of Map Submissions, 4. Appointment At-Large Alternate Commissioner, Subcommittee Reports: 5. Map and Community Interest, 6. Community Outreach.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/irc/
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/redistricting/
Planning Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85938976960
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 859 3897 6960
AGENDA: 4. Future Agenda Items, 9. Public Hearing: Ashby and North Berkeley BART conduct public hearing and (1) adopt Zoning Ordinance and Map amendments, (2) Adopt City and BART Joint Vision and Priorities Document and (3) Certify Draft EIR and make recommendation to council,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Thursday, November 4, 2021
City Council Land Use, Housing & Economic Development Committee at 10:30 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81911497834
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 819 1149 7834
AGENDA: 2. Kesarwani, co-sponsors Wengraf, Droste, Bartlett – Refer to CM to Streamline ADU permit review and approval process UNSCHEDULED: 3. Harrison - Amend Short term rental ordinance, 4. Taplin - Refer to CM Streamline Toxic Remediation in Manufacturing Districts.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Land_Use,_Housing___Economic_Development.aspx
Housing Advisory Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83921571130
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 839 2157 1130
AGENDA: 5. Recommend a substantial amendment to the PY 2021 Annual Action Plan to accept the HOME-ARP funds for a Project HomeKey, 6. Housing Trust Fund Subcommittee’s Funding Recommendations for 2021 Housing Trust Fund Request Proposals, 7. Adopt funding recommendations for 2021 Educator Housing Notice of Funding Availability.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Housing_Advisory_Commission/
Landmarks Preservation Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84250993809
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 842 5099 3809
AGENDA: 5. 2601 Warring - CA school for Deaf & Blind/Clark Kerr Campus pending development, seismic improvements on UC owned City landmark
6. 2212 Fifth – Landmark or Structure of Merit Designation, residential property
7. Draft EIR for North Berkeley & Ashby BART station re-zoning
8. 2345 Channing – provide advisory comments on design of proposed development at SHRI-listed First Congregational Church,
9. Initiative for City-wide Historic Resources Survey.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/landmarkspreservationcommission/
Public Works Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: Teleconference: Meeting ID: not published check after Monday
AGENDA: Not published check after Monday
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Public_Works_Commission_Homepage.aspx
WETA (Water Emergency Transportation Authority
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89718217408
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 897 1821 7408 Passcode: 33779
AGENDA: 9. Berkeley Pier/Ferry Study and Ferry Service Business Plan Update
https://weta.sanfranciscobayferry.com/next-board-meeting
Friday, November 5, 2021 & Saturday, November 6, 2021 & Sunday, November 7, 2021
No City meetings or events found
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Agenda and Rules Committee, November 1 at 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86588827250
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 865 8882 7250
DRAFT agenda for 11-16-2021 regular City Council meeting at 6 pm
CONSENT: 1. Resolution required findings to meet via video and teleconference, 2. Formal bid solicitations $15,120,000, 3. Accept California Equitable Recovery Initiative (CER) grant, 4. Contract $75,000 with ONTRACK Program Resources Inc for Prevention and Early Intervention (PEI) for support services for African American community funded thru State of CA Mental Health Services Act (MHSA) thru 6-30-2022, 5. Salary Adjustment to Market Median for Dept Heads, 6. Commission Reorganization creating Parks, Recreation and Waterfront Commission, 7. Amend agreement between CA Dept of Transportation and City of Berkeley, new signal San Pablo & Parker and San Pablo & Bancroft, 8. Vision 2050 accept 1 year progress report, 9. Amend contract add $355,000 total $1,275,304 with Downtown Streets Team for add services around encampments and neighborhoods, 10. Purchase Order $285,000with Atlantic Machinery, Inc. for One Ravo Sweeper, 11. Fill vacancies elected representatives of the poor Human Welfare and Community Action Commission – George Lippman. 12. Salary Adjustment City Manager from $301,428 to $386,160, 13. Taplin – Budget referral $100,000 Curtis Street Traffic Diverters at Curtis & Channing and Curtis and Addison. ACTION: 14. Renewal Elmwood (Business Improvement District) BID for 2022, 15. Renewal Solano BID for 2022, 16. Fees: Vital Records, increase current fee by $2.00 for issuing each birth, death and fetal death certificate effective 1-1-2022, 17. Opt-in to Countywide Organics Reduction and Recycling Ordinance will bring city in compliance with SB 1383.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
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November 9, 2021, Regular City Council meeting at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83174462723
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 831 7446 2723
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
CONSENT: 1. Ratify COVID Emergency, 2. Bid Solicitations, 3. Opt-in to CAA Health and Dependent Care Account extension for 2020 and 2021for extended reimbursement periods, 4. Grant Applications Prop 68 (parks), 5. Accept grant Selective Traffic Enforcement Program (STEP), 6. Board of Library Trustees Reappoint Amy Roth, 7. Arreguin – Berkeley Holiday Fund, 8. Arreguin – United Against Hate Week, 9. Taplin, Co-sponsors Bartlett, Robinson, Hahn - Affordable Housing Overlay Refer to CM and Planning Commission, 10. Taplin, co-sponsor Bartlett – Budget Referral Berkeley Ceasefire $200,000 Gun Violence Prevention program (GVI) , 11. Taplin – Budget Referral $100,000 Annual Appropriations for Strawberry Creek Lodge, 12. Taplin – Budget Referral West Berkeley Residential Preferential Parking – expands restricted parking to west Berkeley – streets to be included not defined, 13. Taplin, co-sponsors Arreguin, Harrison, Hahn – Resolution Recognizing Housing as a Human Right, Referral to CM Begin Developing Social Housing, includes up to $300,000 for one or more consultants, application to meet housing needs of moderate, low, very low and extremely low income households, 14. Bartlett - Budget Referral $200,000 Homeless Outreach Coordinator for South Shattuck at Dwight Way to Adeline at 62nd Street, 15. Letter in Opposition to EPA and Oxitec Ltd. Proposal to release genetically engineered mosquitoes in CA Counties, 16. Hahn - Budget Referral $50,000 Solano-Peralta Park restoration and improvements, , 17. Hahn, co-sponsors Wengraf – Bright Streets, to improve street conditions, 18. Wengraf – Resolution recommending Berkeley evacuation routes from High Fire Hazard Severity Zone be considered in PG&E Safety Initiative 10,000 Miles of Undergrounding Power Utility Lines, ACTION: 19. CM (Buddenhagen) - Public Hearing Resolution to initiate a $114,228 lien on property at 2800 Garber for Administrative Citations, 20. Objective Standards Recommendations for Density, Design and Shadows, 21. Parks and Waterfront Commission – Proposal to allocate revenues from Transient Occupancy Tax (hotel tax) in waterfront area to the marina fund, 22. Amend Berkeley Election Reform Act (BERA) relating to officeholder accounts, 23. Harrison co-sponsor Bartlett – Budget Referral $500,000 to Support Pilot Program offering free AC transit on Sundays in Berkeley.
Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
1527 Sacramento – 2nd story addition date 2-1-2022
2956 Hillegass - addition to nonconforming structure date 2-1-2022
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with End of Appeal Period,
SFD = Single Family Dwelling
1442 Fifth – Demolition of SFD, construction of 3 new SFD 10-28-2021
924 Gilman, substantial expansion non-conforming recreation center adding music and arts Mon-Thur 6 pm – 10 pm 11-2-2021
620 Harrison – install new illuminated signage 11-2-2021
1205 Peralta – conversion of existing garage
2709 San Pablo – New veterinary clinic thru conversion of existing space 11-2-2021
1798 Scenic – Change use 2 buildings Pacific School of Religion to middle school for up to 140 students 11-2-2021
2327 Shattuck, add liquor to existing restaurant 11-2-2021
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSESSIONS
December 7 –1. WETA/Ferry Service at the Marina, 2. Presentation by Bay Restoration Authority, 3. Update Zero Waste Rates and Priorities,
January 20 (Thursday) - Review and Update on City’s COVID-19 Response
February 15 – Homeless and Mental Health Services
March 15 – Housing Element Update
April 19 – Fire Department Standards of Coverage Study
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Alameda County LAFCO Presentation
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Civic Center – Old City Hall and Veterans Memorial Building
Mid-Year Budget Report FY 2022
Worth Noting:
Monday the Council Public Safety meeting is at 10:30 am and includes discriminatory reports, ALPR and restoring red light cameras. Agenda Committee planning for 11-16-21 council meeting is at 2:30. Peace of Justice at 7 pm has Rights of Nature on the agenda (council killed the referral last Tuesday). Kesarwani and Saltzman at North Berkeley BART at 5:30 – 6:30 pm.
Tuesday Council meets in closed session at 4 pm on the Leonard Powell lawsuit in superior court. PAB Subcommittee on regulations meets at 6:30 pm.
Wednesday the Council Budget Committee meets at 10 am. BOLT is at 6:30 pm. The Disability Commission meets at 6 pm with full agenda on accessible housing, Leonard Powell displacement, elevator ordinance. The Independent Redistricting meets at 6 pm – there is still time to submit your proposal for the new council district boundaries deadline November 15. The Planning Commission public hearing on the BART Station Housing Projects is at 7 pm – this looks to be the final meeting on zoning amendments and EIR.
Thursday the Land Use Committee takes up streamlining ADU permitting and toxic remediation. LPC meets at 7 pm. Public Works has not published the links or agenda – deadline for posting is Monday. WETA meets at 1 pm with item 9 on the agenda is the Berkeley Pier/Fair study and Ferry Service Business Plan Update.
The November 9 council agenda is posted at the bottom and available for comment. Note items moved to November 9 from last council meeting which ran until after midnight: 20. Objective standards, density, design, shadows (with an absence of residential neighborhood solar protections), 21. Marina hotel tax (will tax go to the Marina or general fund), 22. Officeholder accounts and 23. free Sunday AC transit are on the agenda under ACTION.
Sunday, October 31, 2021 – Halloween - No City meetings or events found
Monday, November 1, 2021
City Council Public Safety Committee at 10:30 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89051605410
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 890 5160 5410
AGENDA: 2. Presentation by Fire Dept evacuation plan, 3. Harrison, co-sponsor Hahn – Ordinance Prohibiting Discriminatory reports to law enforcement and refer to CM to report to council within 6 months anonymized data and information regarding discriminatory reports to law enforcement, 4. Taplin, co-sponsor Droste, Wengraf – Budget referral: automated license plate readers for community safety, 5. Taplin – Restoration of Red Light Camera Program.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Public_Safety.aspx
Agenda and Rules Committee at 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86588827250
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 865 8882 7250
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 2 – 7, 2. Review and approve draft agenda for 11-16-2021 (full agenda follows list of meetings by day of the week or use link). 3. Berkeley considers, 4. Adjournments in memory, 5. Council worksessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land use calendar, REFERRED ITEMS for REVIEW: 8. Impact of COVID on meetings, 9. Return to in-person meetings, 10. Discussion of changes to fules of procedure for budget referral, UNSCHEDULED ITEMS: 11. Strengthening and supporting city commissions.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
Peace and Justice Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88352159324
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 88352159324
AGENDA: 7. Rights of Nature, 8. Resolution to Council on Surveillance Ordinance, 9. Resolution on Immigration Reform, 10. Potential letter to BUSD Board and/or Council on commission reorganization elimination of BUSD appointments.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/ContentDisplay.aspx?id=13054
Councilmember Kesarwani with BART Board Director Rebecca Saltzman at 5:30 – 6:30 pm
In-person at North Berkeley BART Station to meet with public on BART Station Housing Plan
Tuesday, November 2, 2021
City Council Closed Session at 4 pm,
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89269037403
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 892 6903 7403
AGENDA: 1. Conference with legal counsel – existing or anticipated litigation, The People of the State of California v. Leonard Felton Powell CA Superior Court RG 15762567.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Police Accountability Board Regulations Subcommittee at 6:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82281228507#
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 822 8122 8507
AGENDA: 4. Continue drafting regulations.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/ContentDisplay.aspx?id=162752
Wednesday, November 3, 2021
City Council Budget & Finance Committee at 10 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83144440922
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 831 4444 0922
AGENDA: 2. Harrison, co-sponsor Bartlett - Budget Referral and Resolution establishing a pilot of building electrification installation incentives and just transition program with pre-qualified contractors meeting minimum labor standards to assist new property owners, renters and existing property owners with transition to zero-carbon buildings, 3. Cash v. Accrual Basis Accounting, 4. Discussion and development of criteria and timing for AAO Process. UNSCHEDULED: 5. Review of Council Fiscal Policies.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Budget___Finance.aspx
Board of Library Trustees at 6:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86042306505 (showing as expired)
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 860 4230 6505
AGENDA: B. FY 2022 Budget Amendment (AAO), C. Budget Priorities for FY 2023 & 2024, D. Initiation of RFP to hire consultant to support strategic planning.
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
Commission on Disability at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82676648116?pwd=S05WZHBQVkF0Z0ZWTlJ1L3EzSVEwdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 826 7664 8116 Passcode: 786788
AGENDA: Action Items: 1. Elevator Ordinance, 2. Vacancies, Discussion Items: 1. Presentation Infrastructure Bond, 2. Escooters and Ebikes, 3. Southside complete streets project, 4. Leonard Powell Displacement Issue, 5. Disaster Preparedness, 6. Accessible Housing Update, 7. Housing Element Update, 8. Elevator Ordinance Update, 9. Ethnicity & Disability Statistics of People who have contracted COVID in Berkeley.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Disability_Homepage.aspx
Independent Redistricting Commission at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86592119245
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 865 9211 9245
AGENDA: 2. Review of Community Interest Form Submissions, 3. Review of Map Submissions, 4. Appointment At-Large Alternate Commissioner, Subcommittee Reports: 5. Map and Community Interest, 6. Community Outreach.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/irc/
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/redistricting/
Planning Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85938976960
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 859 3897 6960
AGENDA: 4. Future Agenda Items, 9. Public Hearing: Ashby and North Berkeley BART conduct public hearing and (1) adopt Zoning Ordinance and Map amendments, (2) Adopt City and BART Joint Vision and Priorities Document and (3) Certify Draft EIR and make recommendation to council,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Thursday, November 4, 2021
City Council Land Use, Housing & Economic Development Committee at 10:30 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81911497834
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 819 1149 7834
AGENDA: 2. Kesarwani, co-sponsors Wengraf, Droste, Bartlett – Refer to CM to Streamline ADU permit review and approval process UNSCHEDULED: 3. Harrison - Amend Short term rental ordinance, 4. Taplin - Refer to CM Streamline Toxic Remediation in Manufacturing Districts.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Land_Use,_Housing___Economic_Development.aspx
Housing Advisory Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83921571130
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 839 2157 1130
AGENDA: 5. Recommend a substantial amendment to the PY 2021 Annual Action Plan to accept the HOME-ARP funds for a Project HomeKey, 6. Housing Trust Fund Subcommittee’s Funding Recommendations for 2021 Housing Trust Fund Request Proposals, 7. Adopt funding recommendations for 2021 Educator Housing Notice of Funding Availability.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Housing_Advisory_Commission/
Landmarks Preservation Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84250993809
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 842 5099 3809
AGENDA: 5. 2601 Warring - CA school for Deaf & Blind/Clark Kerr Campus pending development, seismic improvements on UC owned City landmark
6. 2212 Fifth – Landmark or Structure of Merit Designation, residential property
7. Draft EIR for North Berkeley & Ashby BART station re-zoning
8. 2345 Channing – provide advisory comments on design of proposed development at SHRI-listed First Congregational Church,
9. Initiative for City-wide Historic Resources Survey.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/landmarkspreservationcommission/
Public Works Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: Teleconference: Meeting ID: not published check after Monday
AGENDA: Not published check after Monday
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Public_Works_Commission_Homepage.aspx
WETA (Water Emergency Transportation Authority
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89718217408
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 897 1821 7408 Passcode: 33779
AGENDA: 9. Berkeley Pier/Ferry Study and Ferry Service Business Plan Update
https://weta.sanfranciscobayferry.com/next-board-meeting
Friday, November 5, 2021 & Saturday, November 6, 2021 & Sunday, November 7, 2021
No City meetings or events found
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Agenda and Rules Committee, November 1 at 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86588827250
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 865 8882 7250
DRAFT agenda for 11-16-2021 regular City Council meeting at 6 pm
CONSENT: 1. Resolution required findings to meet via video and teleconference, 2. Formal bid solicitations $15,120,000, 3. Accept California Equitable Recovery Initiative (CER) grant, 4. Contract $75,000 with ONTRACK Program Resources Inc for Prevention and Early Intervention (PEI) for support services for African American community funded thru State of CA Mental Health Services Act (MHSA) thru 6-30-2022, 5. Salary Adjustment to Market Median for Dept Heads, 6. Commission Reorganization creating Parks, Recreation and Waterfront Commission, 7. Amend agreement between CA Dept of Transportation and City of Berkeley, new signal San Pablo & Parker and San Pablo & Bancroft, 8. Vision 2050 accept 1 year progress report, 9. Amend contract add $355,000 total $1,275,304 with Downtown Streets Team for add services around encampments and neighborhoods, 10. Purchase Order $285,000with Atlantic Machinery, Inc. for One Ravo Sweeper, 11. Fill vacancies elected representatives of the poor Human Welfare and Community Action Commission – George Lippman. 12. Salary Adjustment City Manager from $301,428 to $386,160, 13. Taplin – Budget referral $100,000 Curtis Street Traffic Diverters at Curtis & Channing and Curtis and Addison. ACTION: 14. Renewal Elmwood (Business Improvement District) BID for 2022, 15. Renewal Solano BID for 2022, 16. Fees: Vital Records, increase current fee by $2.00 for issuing each birth, death and fetal death certificate effective 1-1-2022, 17. Opt-in to Countywide Organics Reduction and Recycling Ordinance will bring city in compliance with SB 1383.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
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November 9, 2021, Regular City Council meeting at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83174462723
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 831 7446 2723
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
CONSENT: 1. Ratify COVID Emergency, 2. Bid Solicitations, 3. Opt-in to CAA Health and Dependent Care Account extension for 2020 and 2021for extended reimbursement periods, 4. Grant Applications Prop 68 (parks), 5. Accept grant Selective Traffic Enforcement Program (STEP), 6. Board of Library Trustees Reappoint Amy Roth, 7. Arreguin – Berkeley Holiday Fund, 8. Arreguin – United Against Hate Week, 9. Taplin, Co-sponsors Bartlett, Robinson, Hahn - Affordable Housing Overlay Refer to CM and Planning Commission, 10. Taplin, co-sponsor Bartlett – Budget Referral Berkeley Ceasefire $200,000 Gun Violence Prevention program (GVI) , 11. Taplin – Budget Referral $100,000 Annual Appropriations for Strawberry Creek Lodge, 12. Taplin – Budget Referral West Berkeley Residential Preferential Parking – expands restricted parking to west Berkeley – streets to be included not defined, 13. Taplin, co-sponsors Arreguin, Harrison, Hahn – Resolution Recognizing Housing as a Human Right, Referral to CM Begin Developing Social Housing, includes up to $300,000 for one or more consultants, application to meet housing needs of moderate, low, very low and extremely low income households, 14. Bartlett - Budget Referral $200,000 Homeless Outreach Coordinator for South Shattuck at Dwight Way to Adeline at 62nd Street, 15. Letter in Opposition to EPA and Oxitec Ltd. Proposal to release genetically engineered mosquitoes in CA Counties, 16. Hahn - Budget Referral $50,000 Solano-Peralta Park restoration and improvements, , 17. Hahn, co-sponsors Wengraf – Bright Streets, to improve street conditions, 18. Wengraf – Resolution recommending Berkeley evacuation routes from High Fire Hazard Severity Zone be considered in PG&E Safety Initiative 10,000 Miles of Undergrounding Power Utility Lines, ACTION: 19. CM (Buddenhagen) - Public Hearing Resolution to initiate a $114,228 lien on property at 2800 Garber for Administrative Citations, 20. Objective Standards Recommendations for Density, Design and Shadows, 21. Parks and Waterfront Commission – Proposal to allocate revenues from Transient Occupancy Tax (hotel tax) in waterfront area to the marina fund, 22. Amend Berkeley Election Reform Act (BERA) relating to officeholder accounts, 23. Harrison co-sponsor Bartlett – Budget Referral $500,000 to Support Pilot Program offering free AC transit on Sundays in Berkeley.
Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
1527 Sacramento – 2nd story addition date 2-1-2022
2956 Hillegass - addition to nonconforming structure date 2-1-2022
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with End of Appeal Period,
SFD = Single Family Dwelling
1442 Fifth – Demolition of SFD, construction of 3 new SFD 10-28-2021
924 Gilman, substantial expansion non-conforming recreation center adding music and arts Mon-Thur 6 pm – 10 pm 11-2-2021
620 Harrison – install new illuminated signage 11-2-2021
1205 Peralta – conversion of existing garage
2709 San Pablo – New veterinary clinic thru conversion of existing space 11-2-2021
1798 Scenic – Change use 2 buildings Pacific School of Religion to middle school for up to 140 students 11-2-2021
2327 Shattuck, add liquor to existing restaurant 11-2-2021
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSESSIONS
December 7 –1. WETA/Ferry Service at the Marina, 2. Presentation by Bay Restoration Authority, 3. Update Zero Waste Rates and Priorities,
January 20 (Thursday) - Review and Update on City’s COVID-19 Response
February 15 – Homeless and Mental Health Services
March 15 – Housing Element Update
April 19 – Fire Department Standards of Coverage Study
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Alameda County LAFCO Presentation
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Civic Center – Old City Hall and Veterans Memorial Building
Mid-Year Budget Report FY 2022
October 24 - October 31, 2021
Worth Noting: A full week ahead. Commissioners are still working through what will happen to priorities with the merging of commissions.
Monday – The Civic Arts Policy Subcommittee meets at 10 am, The Agenda and Rules committee is at 2:30 pm and reviews the council agenda for November 9. Zero Waste and Children, Youth and Recreation both meet at 7 pm.
Tuesday – Council closed session at 4 pm with the Council regular meeting at 6 pm.
Wednesday – The 4 x 4 Committee meets at 3 pm. The Energy Commission and Reimagining Task Force meet at 5 pm. The Civic Arts Commission and the Housing Element Workshop on adding 8,934 residential units meet at 6 pm. The Pier-Ferry Workshop #3 is at 6:30 pm. The Disaster and Fire Safety Commission and Police Accountability Board meet at 7 pm.
Thursday – The Hopkins Corridor Traffic Study is at 6 pm. The Willard Park Clubhouse Community meeting is at 6:30 pm. The Mental Health Commission and Zoning Adjustment Board meet at 7 pm.
Saturday relax – Roller Skate BOOgie 11 am – 4 pm.
October 28 – November 14, 2021 Citywide Public Survey on housing www.surveymonkey.com/r/berkeleyhousing
Sunday, October 24, 2021– Heavy Rain and Wind Predicted - No City meetings or events
Monday, October 25, 2021
Agenda and Rules Committee at 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84225555460
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 842 2555 5460
AGENDA: Public Comment non-agenda and agenda items 1 – 7, 2. Review and approve draft agenda for 11-9-2021 (use link or go to full agenda posted after list meetings by day), 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournments in Memory, 5. Council Worksessions, 6. Council referrals, 7. Land Use Calendar, 8. Impact of Covid, 9. In-person meetings, Unscheduled: 10. Strengthening and Supporting City Commissions.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
Children, Youth and Recreation Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/96169129849
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 961 6912 9849
AGENDA: 8. Consolidation Updates, 9. Program Updates.
http://www.ci.berkeley.ca.us/Children_Youth_and_Recreation_Commission/
Civic Arts Commission Policy Subcommittee at 10 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85002379808 (zoom is showing this link as expired)
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 850 0237 9808
AGENDA: 4. Grant Guidelines funded by American Rescue Plan.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CivicArtsCommissionHomepage/
Zero Waste Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/s/82587046286
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 825 8704 6286
AGENDA: Action Items 1. Commission restructuring to provide feedback on Zero Waste Definitions, 2. Council Referral on plastic bags - carryout and pre-checkout bags.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Zero_Waste_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Tuesday, October 26, 2021
City Council CLOSED Session at 4 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83600896808
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 836 0089 6808
AGENDA: 1. Conference with labor negotiators, employee organizations IBEW, Local 1245, SEIU 1021 Community Services and Part-Time Recreation Activity Leaders, Berkeley Fire Fighters Association Local 1227, BPA, SEIU, Local 1021 Maintenance and Clerical Chapters, Berkeley Fire Fighters Association, Local 1227 I.A.F.F./Berkeley Chief Fire Officers Association Public Employees Union Local 1, Unrepresented Employees.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
City Council Regular Meeting at 6 pm,
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87152148000
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 871 5214 8000
AGENDA: use link or go to full agenda posted after list of meetings by day and draft agenda for 11-9-2021.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Wednesday, October 27, 2021
4x4 Joint Task Force Committee on Housing: Rent Board/City Council at 3 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86090421133?pwd=V1dES1lGOGRVandSc2VVcDNvaG8vZz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 860 9042 1133 Passcode: 776064
AGENDA: 5. Updates on Previously Discussed Items a. Amendments to Demolition Ordinance, b. Amendments to Relocation Ordinance.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/4x4_Committee_Homepage.aspx
Energy Commission at 5 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86530755421
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 865 3075 5421
AGENDA: 8. Discussion and consideration of Berkeley Existing Building Electrification Strategy, 9. Commission Consolidation, 11. Council referral on Reusable Bags.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Energy_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Berkeley Municipal Pier & WETA Ferry Facility Planning Study Community Workshop #3 at 6:30 – 8:30 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/82683370448
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 826 8337 0448
Mail your comments, questions, and mailing list requests to: [email protected]
AGENDA: Preferred Waterside and landside conceptual designs for Pier-Ferry Planning Study.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/uploadedImages/Parks_Rec_Waterfront/Level_3__-General/10-27-21-PierFerry-mtg3-flyer.jpg
Berkeley Municipal Pier Website: https://www.cityofberkeley.info/parks/pier/
Civic Arts Commission at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86147520326
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 861 4752 0326
AGENDA: 6. Presentations a) Measure T1 Phase 2 Project Sites, b) Fair Work Week Ordinance, 7. Action items: a) Letter to Council Agreement with Bayer, b) 2352 Shattuck (Logan Park), c) Approval of Berkeley Art Works Projects Grants, e) American Rescue Plan funds for the Arts Grant Guidelines.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CivicArtsCommissionHomepage/
Disaster and Fire Safety Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89456151606
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 894 5615 1606
AGENDA: 1. Fire Dept Staff Report a. Measure FF, b. Measure GG, Action Items: 3. Recommendation to identify High Risk Areas that are exempt from State Imposed Housing Increases Due to Public Safety Considerations, 4. Revisiting Commission’s recommendation to Use Measure FF Funds as intended by the Voters, Discussion Items: 5. November 2022 Infrastructure Bond Ballot Measure, 6. Criteria for Measure FF Funds for vegetation clearance on private land, 7. Commission Home Page Resource List.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Disaster_and_Fire_Safety_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Housing Element Workshop at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81914352145
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 819 1435 2145
AGENDA: Public Workshop #1 City of Berkeley’s Housing Plan for 2023 – 2031 – where to put 8934 residential units.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/housingelement/
Reimagining Public Safety Task Force at 5 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81983354907
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 819 8335 4907
AGENDA: Discussion/Action: Task Force Recommendation and Process Review of Table of Contents of final NICJR report, Create process which reviews the report, makes comments and writes responses and includes recommendations, Create timeline and benchmarks to ensure Taskforce’s obligations and purpose, Subcommittee Reports: Policing, Budget & Alternatives to Policing, Community Engagement, Improve and Reinvest, Alternative Solutions to Gender Based Violence.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/RIPST.aspx
Police Accountability Board at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82237902987
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 822 3790 2987
AGENDA: 9. Old Business a. Obligation to meet and confer over provisions of Interim Regulations for handling complaints, b. Status of memo from attorney’s office regarding lawful changes to hearing process, c. Conflict of interest issues, d. Affirm or revise standing rules, e. Policy Complaint #7, 10. New Business a. Body Worn Cameras, b. Consider letter to Police Chief requesting to appear before PAB to give detailed reported on implementation of Council mandates on Fair & Impartial Policing, c. Training CIT, Closed Session Complaint #3, #8, #9.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/ContentDisplay.aspx?id=162752
Thursday, October 28, 2021
City Council Budget & Finance Committee at 10 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85993222513
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 859 9322 2513
AGENDA: 2. Presentation from Budget Office on Budget Process Survey, 3. Council’s Fiscal Policies, 4. Cash v. Accrual Basis Accounting, 5. Housing Trust Fund Resources.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Budget___Finance.aspx
Mental Health Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/96361748103
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 963 6174 8103
AGENDA: 4. MH Report and Caseload Statistics, 5. Narrative report on qualifications for future BMH Staff, 6. Specialized Care Unit, 7. Re-Imagining Public Safety Task Force Update, 8. Santa Rita Jail Subcommittee Report, 9. Whole Person Care – Community Health Records Update, MHSA INN Homeless Encampment Wellness Project.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Mental_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Zoning Adjustment Board at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86503304208
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 833 548 0282
AGENDA: 2. 2411 Sixth Street – on consent – alter and expand 975 sq ft Single-family Dwelling (SFD), add 2nd story within non-conforming front and side yard resulting in 2051 sq ft SFD on 4154 sq ft lot,
3. 1442 Fifth Street – on consent – demolish existing SFD and construct 3 detached 3-story dwelling units on 4350 sq ft lot,
4. 776 Page – on consent – demolish existing SFD and construct 3 detached 3-story dwelling units on 3937 sq ft lot,
5. 1048 University – on consent – expand existing emergency pet hospital in C-W district,
6. 2022 San Pablo – on consent – expand existing emergency pet hospital into adjacent tenant space in C-W District,
7. 1915 Berryman – on action - demolish existing 3-unit residential building and construct 4-story residential building with 11 units.
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
Hopkins Corridor Traffic and Placemaking Study Virtual Workshop #3 at 6 -7:45 pm
Register at https://bit.ly/3ksPxxo
AGENDA: CoB is studying transportation safety and placemaking for Hopkins Corridor from Gilman to Sutter Street in North Berkeley, Review conceptual plans landscape, gathering places, public art, near-term and long-term corridor-wide design alternatives.
Questions? Contact: Beth Thomas [email protected], 510-981-7068
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/hopkins-corridor-study-community-workshop-3-tickets-176506454557
Willard Park Clubhouse Community Meeting at 6:30 – 8 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/82304828529
Teleconference: not given – (try 1-669-900-6833) Meeting ID: 823 0482 Passcode: 693231
AGENDA: Clubhouse Replacement Project final design.
Friday, October 29, 2021 No City meetings or events found
Saturday, October 30, 2021
Roller Skate BOOgie at 11 am – 4 pm at Grove Park
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=17505
Sunday, October 31, 2021 Halloween - No City meetings or events found
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Agenda and Rules Committee at 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84225555460
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 842 2555 5460
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
DRAFT AGENDA: November 9, 2021, Regular City Council meeting at 6 pm
CONSENT: 1. Ratify COVID Emergency, 2. Bid Solicitations, 3. Grant Applications Prop 68 (parks), 4. Accept grant Selective Traffic Enforcement Program (STEP), 5. Board of Library Trustees Reappoint Amy Roth, 6. Arreguin – Berkeley Holiday Fund, 7. Arreguin – United Against Hate Week, 8. Taplin, Co-sponsors Bartlett, Robinson, Hahn - Affordable Housing Overlay Refer to CM and Planning Commission, 9. Taplin, co-sponsor Bartlett – Budget Referral Berkeley Ceasefire $200,000 Gun Violence Prevention program (GVI) , 10. Taplin – Budget Referral $100,000 Annual Appropriations for Strawberry Creek Lodge, 11. Taplin – Budget Referral West Berkeley Residential Preferential Parking – expands restricted parking to west Berkeley – streets to be included not defined, 12. Taplin, co-sponsor – Resolution Recognizing Housing as a Human Right, Referral to CM Begin Developing Social Housing, includes up to $300,000 for one or more consultants, application to meet housing needs of moderate, low, very low and extremely low income households, 13. Bartlett - Budget Referral $200,000Homeless Outreach Coordinator for South Shattuck at Dwight Way to Adeline at 62nd Street, 14. Hahn - Budget Referral $50,000 Solano-Peralta Park restoration and improvements, 15. Wengraf – Resolution recommending Berkeley evacuation routes from High Fire Hazard Severity Zone be considered in PG&E Safety Initiative 10,000 Miles of Undergrounding Power Utility Lines, ACTION: 16. CM (Buddenhagen) - Public Hearing Resolution to initiate a $114,228 lien on property at 2800 Garber for Administrative Citations, 17. Taplin – Referral to CM and Planning Commission amendments to zoning code to Streamlining Toxic Remediation in Manufacturing Districts, 18. Hahn, co-sponsors Harrison, Bartlett – Bright Streets, to improve street conditions within two blocks of public schools, i.e. paint crosswalks, bike lanes, parking, handicapped parking, etc by August 15 each year starting with 2022.
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October 26, 2021 - City Council Regular Meeting at 6 pm,
Email: [email protected]
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87152148000
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 871 5214 8000
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
CONSENT: 1. 2nd Reading Ghost Gun Ordinance, 2. Resolution continuing meetings via video and teleconference, 3. Referral Response Amending City Council Budget Expenditure and Reimbursement Policies, 4. Appointment of Emergency Standby Officer for District 2 and accept resignation from District 5. Revised conflict of interest code, 6. Minutes, 7. Add $548,096 total $1,657,618 and extend to 9-30-2022 with Dorothy Day House for adding RV dwellers at 742 Grayson, 8. $300,000 Bid solicitations – Parking meter fund, 9. Contract $100,000 with Federal Engineering, Inc for prioritized dispatch consulting 11-1-2021 to 10-30-2022 with option to extend for 2 2-yr terms for total not to exceed $300,000, 10. Contract add $287,712 total $657,712 with B.O.S.S. for property management at 2111 McKinley a supported housing site for mental health division clients, 11. Contract add $9,900 total $103,500 and extend to 12-31-2021 with Sonya Dublin Consulting as external evaluator tobacco prevention program, 12. Contract $450,000 with Discovery Health Services for weekly onside employee COVID-19 testing 11-1-2021 to 11-1-2022, 13. Contract $112,000 with Voya for 3rd Party COBRA Administration and Retiree Health Premium Assistance Plan Administration, 14. Resolution Authorizing an amendment to CalPERS Pursuant to CA Gov Code 20516, 15. Revise Housing Inspector Classification and Salary, 16. Add Housing Inspector I, Housing Inspector II and Senior Housing Inspector Classification and Salaries, 17. $1,939,538 to purchase through NASPO (National Association of State Procurement) Dell Computers, hardware, software and related services 10-26-2021 to 6-30-2023 $1,019,769 in FY22 and 919,769 in FY23, 18. Contract add $14,625 total $97,436 with Communication Strategies for Consulting Services for Voice Over IP and billing audit of AT&T 7-1-2017 to 6-30-2023, 19. Grant Application $897,000 San Francisco Restoration Authority Measure AA for pre-construction and improvement documents at Aquatic Park, 20. Grant Application $20,000 Boating Safety and Enforcement Equipment, 21. Renewal Elmwood Ave BID for FY2022, 22. Renewal Solano Ave BID for FY 2022, 23. Taplin – Budget Referral for funding of Reckless Driving and Slideshow Deterrence, 24. Taplin – Budget referral sidewalk repair on arterial streets, 25. Taplin – Grant Application to CA Violence Intervention and Prevention (CalVIP) Grant Program to provide resources for community safety initiatives, 26. Bartlett, co-sponsor Harrison – Presentation Request Study to Achieve Equity in City Contracting for Mason Tillman Assoc to present finding and recommendations from Berkeley Inclusion Opportunity Index, 27. Hahn, so-sponsors Arreguin, Bartlett, Harrison – Support Net Energy Metering, 28. Robinson - Amend City Council Rules of Procedure and Order to Allow Extension of Items in Committee in Writing, 29. Robinson, co-sponsors Arreguin, Bartlett, Harrison - Budget referral $50,000 Public Bank East Bay, 30. Robinson – Budget referral - $60,000 Durant Parklett and Telegraph Plaza Improvements, 31. Robinson , co-sponsor Arreguin, Hahn – Budget referral $500,000 Telegraph Shared Streets Feasibility study, ACTION: 32. Amendments to ADU Ordinance, 33. Proposed Amendment to Paragraph NN of BMC Section 19.48.020 adopting building standard which is more restrictive than CA Fire Code standard, requires installation of fire sprinklers in new structures and retrofit fire sprinklers into existing structures in Fire Zone 3 & Fire Zone 2, 34. Identifying City Council referrals for Removal, 35. Amending Berkeley Election Reform Act (BERA) Officeholder Accounts, 36. Objective Standards Recommendations for Density, Design and Shadow, 37. Letter to Senate Budget Committee Chair Sen Skinner Regarding Berkeley Pier, 38. Harrison, co-sponsor Bartlett - Budget Referral to Support Pilot Program Offering Free AC Transit on Sundays in Berkeley, 39. Parks Commission - Proposal to Allocate Revenues Generated by Transient Occupancy Tax (hotel tax) in the Waterfront to the Marina Fund to avoid insolvency, INFORMATION REPORTS: 40. Annual Commission Attendance and Meeting Frequency Report, 41. Senior Center Survey Results, 42. Parks and Waterfront Commission Work Plan for 2021-2022.
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
1527 Sacramento – 2nd story addition date TBD
2956 Hillegass - addition to nonconforming structure date TBD
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with End of Appeal Period,
SFD = Single Family Dwelling
2759 Dohr – repair garage and add ½ bath10-21-2021
1442 Fifth – Demolition of SFD, construction of 3 new SFD 10-28-2021
620 Harrison – install new illuminated signage 11-2-2021
1516 Hopkins – alter & add 2nd story addition, unenclosed hot tub 10-14-2021
776 Page – Demolition of SFD, construction of 3 new SFD 10-28-2021
1205 Peralta – conversion of existing garage
2622 San Pablo – establish play area for Chess School and waive required off-street parking 10-28-2021
2709 San Pablo – New veterinary clinic thru conversion of existing space 11-2-2021
1798 Scenic – Change use 2 buildings Pacific School of Religion to middle school for up to 140 students 11-2-2021
2600 Tenth – change 15,584 sq ft from media production to office use 10-28-2021
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSESSIONS
December 7 –1. WETA/Ferry Service at the Marina, 2. Presentation by Bay Restoration Authority, 3. Update Zero Waste Rates and Priorities,
January 20 (Thursday) - Review and Update on City’s COVID-19 Response
February 15 – Homeless and Mental Health Services
March 15 – Housing Element
April 19 – Fire Department Standards of Coverage Study
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Alameda County LAFCO Presentation
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Civic Center – Old City Hall and Veterans Memorial Building
Mid-Year Budget Report FY 2022
Kelly Hammargren’s comments on what happened the preceding week can be found in the Berkeley Daily Planet www.berkeleydailyplanet.com under Activist’s Diary.
Worth Noting: A full week ahead. Commissioners are still working through what will happen to priorities with the merging of commissions.
Monday – The Civic Arts Policy Subcommittee meets at 10 am, The Agenda and Rules committee is at 2:30 pm and reviews the council agenda for November 9. Zero Waste and Children, Youth and Recreation both meet at 7 pm.
Tuesday – Council closed session at 4 pm with the Council regular meeting at 6 pm.
Wednesday – The 4 x 4 Committee meets at 3 pm. The Energy Commission and Reimagining Task Force meet at 5 pm. The Civic Arts Commission and the Housing Element Workshop on adding 8,934 residential units meet at 6 pm. The Pier-Ferry Workshop #3 is at 6:30 pm. The Disaster and Fire Safety Commission and Police Accountability Board meet at 7 pm.
Thursday – The Hopkins Corridor Traffic Study is at 6 pm. The Willard Park Clubhouse Community meeting is at 6:30 pm. The Mental Health Commission and Zoning Adjustment Board meet at 7 pm.
Saturday relax – Roller Skate BOOgie 11 am – 4 pm.
October 28 – November 14, 2021 Citywide Public Survey on housing www.surveymonkey.com/r/berkeleyhousing
Sunday, October 24, 2021– Heavy Rain and Wind Predicted - No City meetings or events
Monday, October 25, 2021
Agenda and Rules Committee at 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84225555460
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 842 2555 5460
AGENDA: Public Comment non-agenda and agenda items 1 – 7, 2. Review and approve draft agenda for 11-9-2021 (use link or go to full agenda posted after list meetings by day), 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournments in Memory, 5. Council Worksessions, 6. Council referrals, 7. Land Use Calendar, 8. Impact of Covid, 9. In-person meetings, Unscheduled: 10. Strengthening and Supporting City Commissions.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
Children, Youth and Recreation Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/96169129849
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 961 6912 9849
AGENDA: 8. Consolidation Updates, 9. Program Updates.
http://www.ci.berkeley.ca.us/Children_Youth_and_Recreation_Commission/
Civic Arts Commission Policy Subcommittee at 10 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85002379808 (zoom is showing this link as expired)
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 850 0237 9808
AGENDA: 4. Grant Guidelines funded by American Rescue Plan.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CivicArtsCommissionHomepage/
Zero Waste Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/s/82587046286
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 825 8704 6286
AGENDA: Action Items 1. Commission restructuring to provide feedback on Zero Waste Definitions, 2. Council Referral on plastic bags - carryout and pre-checkout bags.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Zero_Waste_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Tuesday, October 26, 2021
City Council CLOSED Session at 4 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83600896808
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 836 0089 6808
AGENDA: 1. Conference with labor negotiators, employee organizations IBEW, Local 1245, SEIU 1021 Community Services and Part-Time Recreation Activity Leaders, Berkeley Fire Fighters Association Local 1227, BPA, SEIU, Local 1021 Maintenance and Clerical Chapters, Berkeley Fire Fighters Association, Local 1227 I.A.F.F./Berkeley Chief Fire Officers Association Public Employees Union Local 1, Unrepresented Employees.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
City Council Regular Meeting at 6 pm,
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87152148000
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 871 5214 8000
AGENDA: use link or go to full agenda posted after list of meetings by day and draft agenda for 11-9-2021.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Wednesday, October 27, 2021
4x4 Joint Task Force Committee on Housing: Rent Board/City Council at 3 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86090421133?pwd=V1dES1lGOGRVandSc2VVcDNvaG8vZz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 860 9042 1133 Passcode: 776064
AGENDA: 5. Updates on Previously Discussed Items a. Amendments to Demolition Ordinance, b. Amendments to Relocation Ordinance.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/4x4_Committee_Homepage.aspx
Energy Commission at 5 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86530755421
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 865 3075 5421
AGENDA: 8. Discussion and consideration of Berkeley Existing Building Electrification Strategy, 9. Commission Consolidation, 11. Council referral on Reusable Bags.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Energy_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Berkeley Municipal Pier & WETA Ferry Facility Planning Study Community Workshop #3 at 6:30 – 8:30 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/82683370448
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 826 8337 0448
Mail your comments, questions, and mailing list requests to: [email protected]
AGENDA: Preferred Waterside and landside conceptual designs for Pier-Ferry Planning Study.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/uploadedImages/Parks_Rec_Waterfront/Level_3__-General/10-27-21-PierFerry-mtg3-flyer.jpg
Berkeley Municipal Pier Website: https://www.cityofberkeley.info/parks/pier/
Civic Arts Commission at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86147520326
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 861 4752 0326
AGENDA: 6. Presentations a) Measure T1 Phase 2 Project Sites, b) Fair Work Week Ordinance, 7. Action items: a) Letter to Council Agreement with Bayer, b) 2352 Shattuck (Logan Park), c) Approval of Berkeley Art Works Projects Grants, e) American Rescue Plan funds for the Arts Grant Guidelines.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CivicArtsCommissionHomepage/
Disaster and Fire Safety Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89456151606
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 894 5615 1606
AGENDA: 1. Fire Dept Staff Report a. Measure FF, b. Measure GG, Action Items: 3. Recommendation to identify High Risk Areas that are exempt from State Imposed Housing Increases Due to Public Safety Considerations, 4. Revisiting Commission’s recommendation to Use Measure FF Funds as intended by the Voters, Discussion Items: 5. November 2022 Infrastructure Bond Ballot Measure, 6. Criteria for Measure FF Funds for vegetation clearance on private land, 7. Commission Home Page Resource List.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Disaster_and_Fire_Safety_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Housing Element Workshop at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81914352145
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 819 1435 2145
AGENDA: Public Workshop #1 City of Berkeley’s Housing Plan for 2023 – 2031 – where to put 8934 residential units.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/housingelement/
Reimagining Public Safety Task Force at 5 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81983354907
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 819 8335 4907
AGENDA: Discussion/Action: Task Force Recommendation and Process Review of Table of Contents of final NICJR report, Create process which reviews the report, makes comments and writes responses and includes recommendations, Create timeline and benchmarks to ensure Taskforce’s obligations and purpose, Subcommittee Reports: Policing, Budget & Alternatives to Policing, Community Engagement, Improve and Reinvest, Alternative Solutions to Gender Based Violence.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/RIPST.aspx
Police Accountability Board at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82237902987
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 822 3790 2987
AGENDA: 9. Old Business a. Obligation to meet and confer over provisions of Interim Regulations for handling complaints, b. Status of memo from attorney’s office regarding lawful changes to hearing process, c. Conflict of interest issues, d. Affirm or revise standing rules, e. Policy Complaint #7, 10. New Business a. Body Worn Cameras, b. Consider letter to Police Chief requesting to appear before PAB to give detailed reported on implementation of Council mandates on Fair & Impartial Policing, c. Training CIT, Closed Session Complaint #3, #8, #9.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/ContentDisplay.aspx?id=162752
Thursday, October 28, 2021
City Council Budget & Finance Committee at 10 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85993222513
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 859 9322 2513
AGENDA: 2. Presentation from Budget Office on Budget Process Survey, 3. Council’s Fiscal Policies, 4. Cash v. Accrual Basis Accounting, 5. Housing Trust Fund Resources.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Budget___Finance.aspx
Mental Health Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/96361748103
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 963 6174 8103
AGENDA: 4. MH Report and Caseload Statistics, 5. Narrative report on qualifications for future BMH Staff, 6. Specialized Care Unit, 7. Re-Imagining Public Safety Task Force Update, 8. Santa Rita Jail Subcommittee Report, 9. Whole Person Care – Community Health Records Update, MHSA INN Homeless Encampment Wellness Project.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Mental_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Zoning Adjustment Board at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86503304208
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 833 548 0282
AGENDA: 2. 2411 Sixth Street – on consent – alter and expand 975 sq ft Single-family Dwelling (SFD), add 2nd story within non-conforming front and side yard resulting in 2051 sq ft SFD on 4154 sq ft lot,
3. 1442 Fifth Street – on consent – demolish existing SFD and construct 3 detached 3-story dwelling units on 4350 sq ft lot,
4. 776 Page – on consent – demolish existing SFD and construct 3 detached 3-story dwelling units on 3937 sq ft lot,
5. 1048 University – on consent – expand existing emergency pet hospital in C-W district,
6. 2022 San Pablo – on consent – expand existing emergency pet hospital into adjacent tenant space in C-W District,
7. 1915 Berryman – on action - demolish existing 3-unit residential building and construct 4-story residential building with 11 units.
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
Hopkins Corridor Traffic and Placemaking Study Virtual Workshop #3 at 6 -7:45 pm
Register at https://bit.ly/3ksPxxo
AGENDA: CoB is studying transportation safety and placemaking for Hopkins Corridor from Gilman to Sutter Street in North Berkeley, Review conceptual plans landscape, gathering places, public art, near-term and long-term corridor-wide design alternatives.
Questions? Contact: Beth Thomas [email protected], 510-981-7068
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/hopkins-corridor-study-community-workshop-3-tickets-176506454557
Willard Park Clubhouse Community Meeting at 6:30 – 8 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/82304828529
Teleconference: not given – (try 1-669-900-6833) Meeting ID: 823 0482 Passcode: 693231
AGENDA: Clubhouse Replacement Project final design.
Friday, October 29, 2021 No City meetings or events found
Saturday, October 30, 2021
Roller Skate BOOgie at 11 am – 4 pm at Grove Park
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=17505
Sunday, October 31, 2021 Halloween - No City meetings or events found
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Agenda and Rules Committee at 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84225555460
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 842 2555 5460
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
DRAFT AGENDA: November 9, 2021, Regular City Council meeting at 6 pm
CONSENT: 1. Ratify COVID Emergency, 2. Bid Solicitations, 3. Grant Applications Prop 68 (parks), 4. Accept grant Selective Traffic Enforcement Program (STEP), 5. Board of Library Trustees Reappoint Amy Roth, 6. Arreguin – Berkeley Holiday Fund, 7. Arreguin – United Against Hate Week, 8. Taplin, Co-sponsors Bartlett, Robinson, Hahn - Affordable Housing Overlay Refer to CM and Planning Commission, 9. Taplin, co-sponsor Bartlett – Budget Referral Berkeley Ceasefire $200,000 Gun Violence Prevention program (GVI) , 10. Taplin – Budget Referral $100,000 Annual Appropriations for Strawberry Creek Lodge, 11. Taplin – Budget Referral West Berkeley Residential Preferential Parking – expands restricted parking to west Berkeley – streets to be included not defined, 12. Taplin, co-sponsor – Resolution Recognizing Housing as a Human Right, Referral to CM Begin Developing Social Housing, includes up to $300,000 for one or more consultants, application to meet housing needs of moderate, low, very low and extremely low income households, 13. Bartlett - Budget Referral $200,000Homeless Outreach Coordinator for South Shattuck at Dwight Way to Adeline at 62nd Street, 14. Hahn - Budget Referral $50,000 Solano-Peralta Park restoration and improvements, 15. Wengraf – Resolution recommending Berkeley evacuation routes from High Fire Hazard Severity Zone be considered in PG&E Safety Initiative 10,000 Miles of Undergrounding Power Utility Lines, ACTION: 16. CM (Buddenhagen) - Public Hearing Resolution to initiate a $114,228 lien on property at 2800 Garber for Administrative Citations, 17. Taplin – Referral to CM and Planning Commission amendments to zoning code to Streamlining Toxic Remediation in Manufacturing Districts, 18. Hahn, co-sponsors Harrison, Bartlett – Bright Streets, to improve street conditions within two blocks of public schools, i.e. paint crosswalks, bike lanes, parking, handicapped parking, etc by August 15 each year starting with 2022.
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October 26, 2021 - City Council Regular Meeting at 6 pm,
Email: [email protected]
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87152148000
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 871 5214 8000
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
CONSENT: 1. 2nd Reading Ghost Gun Ordinance, 2. Resolution continuing meetings via video and teleconference, 3. Referral Response Amending City Council Budget Expenditure and Reimbursement Policies, 4. Appointment of Emergency Standby Officer for District 2 and accept resignation from District 5. Revised conflict of interest code, 6. Minutes, 7. Add $548,096 total $1,657,618 and extend to 9-30-2022 with Dorothy Day House for adding RV dwellers at 742 Grayson, 8. $300,000 Bid solicitations – Parking meter fund, 9. Contract $100,000 with Federal Engineering, Inc for prioritized dispatch consulting 11-1-2021 to 10-30-2022 with option to extend for 2 2-yr terms for total not to exceed $300,000, 10. Contract add $287,712 total $657,712 with B.O.S.S. for property management at 2111 McKinley a supported housing site for mental health division clients, 11. Contract add $9,900 total $103,500 and extend to 12-31-2021 with Sonya Dublin Consulting as external evaluator tobacco prevention program, 12. Contract $450,000 with Discovery Health Services for weekly onside employee COVID-19 testing 11-1-2021 to 11-1-2022, 13. Contract $112,000 with Voya for 3rd Party COBRA Administration and Retiree Health Premium Assistance Plan Administration, 14. Resolution Authorizing an amendment to CalPERS Pursuant to CA Gov Code 20516, 15. Revise Housing Inspector Classification and Salary, 16. Add Housing Inspector I, Housing Inspector II and Senior Housing Inspector Classification and Salaries, 17. $1,939,538 to purchase through NASPO (National Association of State Procurement) Dell Computers, hardware, software and related services 10-26-2021 to 6-30-2023 $1,019,769 in FY22 and 919,769 in FY23, 18. Contract add $14,625 total $97,436 with Communication Strategies for Consulting Services for Voice Over IP and billing audit of AT&T 7-1-2017 to 6-30-2023, 19. Grant Application $897,000 San Francisco Restoration Authority Measure AA for pre-construction and improvement documents at Aquatic Park, 20. Grant Application $20,000 Boating Safety and Enforcement Equipment, 21. Renewal Elmwood Ave BID for FY2022, 22. Renewal Solano Ave BID for FY 2022, 23. Taplin – Budget Referral for funding of Reckless Driving and Slideshow Deterrence, 24. Taplin – Budget referral sidewalk repair on arterial streets, 25. Taplin – Grant Application to CA Violence Intervention and Prevention (CalVIP) Grant Program to provide resources for community safety initiatives, 26. Bartlett, co-sponsor Harrison – Presentation Request Study to Achieve Equity in City Contracting for Mason Tillman Assoc to present finding and recommendations from Berkeley Inclusion Opportunity Index, 27. Hahn, so-sponsors Arreguin, Bartlett, Harrison – Support Net Energy Metering, 28. Robinson - Amend City Council Rules of Procedure and Order to Allow Extension of Items in Committee in Writing, 29. Robinson, co-sponsors Arreguin, Bartlett, Harrison - Budget referral $50,000 Public Bank East Bay, 30. Robinson – Budget referral - $60,000 Durant Parklett and Telegraph Plaza Improvements, 31. Robinson , co-sponsor Arreguin, Hahn – Budget referral $500,000 Telegraph Shared Streets Feasibility study, ACTION: 32. Amendments to ADU Ordinance, 33. Proposed Amendment to Paragraph NN of BMC Section 19.48.020 adopting building standard which is more restrictive than CA Fire Code standard, requires installation of fire sprinklers in new structures and retrofit fire sprinklers into existing structures in Fire Zone 3 & Fire Zone 2, 34. Identifying City Council referrals for Removal, 35. Amending Berkeley Election Reform Act (BERA) Officeholder Accounts, 36. Objective Standards Recommendations for Density, Design and Shadow, 37. Letter to Senate Budget Committee Chair Sen Skinner Regarding Berkeley Pier, 38. Harrison, co-sponsor Bartlett - Budget Referral to Support Pilot Program Offering Free AC Transit on Sundays in Berkeley, 39. Parks Commission - Proposal to Allocate Revenues Generated by Transient Occupancy Tax (hotel tax) in the Waterfront to the Marina Fund to avoid insolvency, INFORMATION REPORTS: 40. Annual Commission Attendance and Meeting Frequency Report, 41. Senior Center Survey Results, 42. Parks and Waterfront Commission Work Plan for 2021-2022.
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
1527 Sacramento – 2nd story addition date TBD
2956 Hillegass - addition to nonconforming structure date TBD
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with End of Appeal Period,
SFD = Single Family Dwelling
2759 Dohr – repair garage and add ½ bath10-21-2021
1442 Fifth – Demolition of SFD, construction of 3 new SFD 10-28-2021
620 Harrison – install new illuminated signage 11-2-2021
1516 Hopkins – alter & add 2nd story addition, unenclosed hot tub 10-14-2021
776 Page – Demolition of SFD, construction of 3 new SFD 10-28-2021
1205 Peralta – conversion of existing garage
2622 San Pablo – establish play area for Chess School and waive required off-street parking 10-28-2021
2709 San Pablo – New veterinary clinic thru conversion of existing space 11-2-2021
1798 Scenic – Change use 2 buildings Pacific School of Religion to middle school for up to 140 students 11-2-2021
2600 Tenth – change 15,584 sq ft from media production to office use 10-28-2021
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSESSIONS
December 7 –1. WETA/Ferry Service at the Marina, 2. Presentation by Bay Restoration Authority, 3. Update Zero Waste Rates and Priorities,
January 20 (Thursday) - Review and Update on City’s COVID-19 Response
February 15 – Homeless and Mental Health Services
March 15 – Housing Element
April 19 – Fire Department Standards of Coverage Study
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Alameda County LAFCO Presentation
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Civic Center – Old City Hall and Veterans Memorial Building
Mid-Year Budget Report FY 2022
Kelly Hammargren’s comments on what happened the preceding week can be found in the Berkeley Daily Planet www.berkeleydailyplanet.com under Activist’s Diary.
October 17 - October 24, 2021
October 26, 2021 - City Council Regular Special Meeting at 6 pm,
Email: [email protected]
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87152148000
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 871 5214 8000
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
CONSENT: 1. 2nd Reading Ghost Gun Ordinance, 2. Resolution continuing meetings via video and teleconference, 3. Referral Response Amending City Council Budget Expenditure and Reimbursement Policies, 4. Appointment of Emergency Standby Officer for District 2 and accept resignation from District 5. Revised conflict of interest code, 6. Minutes, 7. Add $548,096 total $1,657,618 and extend to 9-30-2022 with Dorothy Day House for adding RV dwellers at 742 Grayson, 8. $300,000 Bid solicitations – Parking meter fund, 9. Contract $100,000 with Federal Engineering, Inc for prioritized dispatch consulting 11-1-2021 to 10-30-2022 with option to extend for 2 2-yr terms for total not to exceed $300,000, 10. Contract add $287,712 total $657,712 with B.O.S.S. for property management at 2111 McKinley a supported housing site for mental health division clients, 11. Contract add $9,900 total $103,500 and extend to 12-31-2021 with Sonya Dublin Consulting as external evaluator tobacco prevention program, 12. Contract $450,000 with Discovery Health Services for weekly onside employee COVID-19 testing 11-1-2021 to 11-1-2022, 13. Contract $112,000 with Voya for 3rd Party COBRA Administration and Retiree Health Premium Assistance Plan Administration, 14. Resolution Authorizing an amendment to CalPERS Persuant to CA Gov Code 20516, 15. Revise Housing Inspector Classification and Salary, 16. Add Housing Inspector I, Housing Inspector II and Senior Housing Inspector Classification and Salaries, 17. $1,939,538 to purchase through NASPO (National Association of State Procurement) Dell Computers, hardware, software and related services 10-26-2021 to 6-30-2023 $1,019,769 in FY22 and 919,769 in FY23, 18. Contract add $14,625 total $97,436 with Communication Strategies for Consulting Services for Voice Over IP and billing audit of AT&T 7-1-2017 to 6-30-2023, 19. Grant Application $897,000 San Francisco Restoration Authority Measure AA for pre-construction and improvement documents at Aquatic Park, 20. Grant Application $20,000 Boating Safety and Enforcement Equipment, 21. Renewal Elmwood Ave BID for FY2022, 22. Renewal Solano Ave BID for FY 2022, 23. Taplin – Budget Referral for funding of Reckless Driving and Slideshow Deterrence, 24. Taplin – Budget referral sidewalk repair on arterial streets, 25. Taplin – Grant Application to CA Violence Intervention and Prevention (CalVIP) Grant Program to provide resources for community safety initiatives, 26. Bartlett, co-sponsor Harrison – Presentation Request Study to Achieve Equity in City Contracting for Mason Tillman Assoc to present finding and recommendations from Berkeley Inclusion Opportunity Index, 27. Hahn, so-sponsors Arreguin, Bartlett, Harrison – Support Net Energy Metering, 28. Robinson - Amend City Council Rules of Procedure and Order to Allow Extension of Items in Committee in Writing, 29. Robinson, co-sponsors Arreguin, Bartlett, Harrison - Budget referral $50,000 Public Bank East Bay, 30. Robinson – Budget referral - $60,000 Durant Parklett and Telegraph Plaza Improvements, 31. Robinson , co-sponsor Arreguin, Hahn – Budget referral $500,000 Telegraph Shared Streets Feasibility study, ACTION: 32. Amendments to ADU Ordinance, 33. Proposed Amendment to Paragraph NN of BMC Section 19.48.020 adopting building standard which is more restrictive than CA Fire Code standard, requires installation of fire sprinklers in new structures and retrofit fire sprinklers into existing structures in Fire Zone 3 & Fire Zone 2, 34. Identifying City Council referrals for Removal, 35. Amending Berkeley Election Reform Act (BERA) Officeholder Accounts, 36. Objective Standards Recommendations for Density, Design and Shadow, 37. Letter to Senate Budget Committee Chair Sen Skinner Regarding Berkeley Pier, 38. Harrison, co-sponsor Bartlett - Budget Referral to Support Pilot Program Offering Free AC Transit on Sundays in Berkeley, 39. Parks Commission - Proposal to Allocate Revenues Generated by Transient Occupancy Tax (hotel tax) in the Waterfront to the Marina Fund to avoid insolvency, INFORMATION REPORTS: 40. Annual Commission Attendance and Meeting Frequency Report, 41. Senior Center Survey Results, 42. Parks and Waterfront Commission Work Plan for 2021-2022.
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
2956 Hillegass (addition to nonconforming structure) date TBD
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with End of Appeal Period,
SFD = Single Family Dwelling
2759 Dohr – repair garage and add ½ bath10-21-2021
1442 Fifth – Demolition of SFD, construction of 3 new SFD 10-28-2021
1516 Hopkins – alter & add 2nd story addition, unenclosed hot tub 10-14-2021
776 Page – Demolition of SFD, construction of 3 new SFD 10-28-2021
2622 San Pablo – establish play area for Chess School and waive required off-street parking 10-28-2021
2600 Tenth – change 15,584 sq ft from media production to office use 10-28-2021
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSESSIONS
October 19 –1. Berkeley Police Department Hiring Practices (referred by Public Safety Committee), 2. Crime Report
December 7 –1. WETA/Ferry Service at the Marina, 2. Presentation by Bay Restoration Authority, 3. Update Zero Waste Rates and Priorities,
December 9 – Housing Element
February 15 – Homeless and Mental Health Services
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Alameda County LAFCO Presentation
Homeless Services and Mental Health Services
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Review and Update on City’s COVID-19 Response
Civic Center – Old City Hall and Veterans Memorial Building
Priority Setting Follow Up Discuss (December Special Meeting)
Kelly Hammargren’s comments on what happened the preceding week can be found in the Berkeley Daily Planet www.berkeleydailyplanet.com under Activist’s Diary.
October 26, 2021 - City Council Regular Special Meeting at 6 pm,
Email: [email protected]
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87152148000
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 871 5214 8000
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
CONSENT: 1. 2nd Reading Ghost Gun Ordinance, 2. Resolution continuing meetings via video and teleconference, 3. Referral Response Amending City Council Budget Expenditure and Reimbursement Policies, 4. Appointment of Emergency Standby Officer for District 2 and accept resignation from District 5. Revised conflict of interest code, 6. Minutes, 7. Add $548,096 total $1,657,618 and extend to 9-30-2022 with Dorothy Day House for adding RV dwellers at 742 Grayson, 8. $300,000 Bid solicitations – Parking meter fund, 9. Contract $100,000 with Federal Engineering, Inc for prioritized dispatch consulting 11-1-2021 to 10-30-2022 with option to extend for 2 2-yr terms for total not to exceed $300,000, 10. Contract add $287,712 total $657,712 with B.O.S.S. for property management at 2111 McKinley a supported housing site for mental health division clients, 11. Contract add $9,900 total $103,500 and extend to 12-31-2021 with Sonya Dublin Consulting as external evaluator tobacco prevention program, 12. Contract $450,000 with Discovery Health Services for weekly onside employee COVID-19 testing 11-1-2021 to 11-1-2022, 13. Contract $112,000 with Voya for 3rd Party COBRA Administration and Retiree Health Premium Assistance Plan Administration, 14. Resolution Authorizing an amendment to CalPERS Persuant to CA Gov Code 20516, 15. Revise Housing Inspector Classification and Salary, 16. Add Housing Inspector I, Housing Inspector II and Senior Housing Inspector Classification and Salaries, 17. $1,939,538 to purchase through NASPO (National Association of State Procurement) Dell Computers, hardware, software and related services 10-26-2021 to 6-30-2023 $1,019,769 in FY22 and 919,769 in FY23, 18. Contract add $14,625 total $97,436 with Communication Strategies for Consulting Services for Voice Over IP and billing audit of AT&T 7-1-2017 to 6-30-2023, 19. Grant Application $897,000 San Francisco Restoration Authority Measure AA for pre-construction and improvement documents at Aquatic Park, 20. Grant Application $20,000 Boating Safety and Enforcement Equipment, 21. Renewal Elmwood Ave BID for FY2022, 22. Renewal Solano Ave BID for FY 2022, 23. Taplin – Budget Referral for funding of Reckless Driving and Slideshow Deterrence, 24. Taplin – Budget referral sidewalk repair on arterial streets, 25. Taplin – Grant Application to CA Violence Intervention and Prevention (CalVIP) Grant Program to provide resources for community safety initiatives, 26. Bartlett, co-sponsor Harrison – Presentation Request Study to Achieve Equity in City Contracting for Mason Tillman Assoc to present finding and recommendations from Berkeley Inclusion Opportunity Index, 27. Hahn, so-sponsors Arreguin, Bartlett, Harrison – Support Net Energy Metering, 28. Robinson - Amend City Council Rules of Procedure and Order to Allow Extension of Items in Committee in Writing, 29. Robinson, co-sponsors Arreguin, Bartlett, Harrison - Budget referral $50,000 Public Bank East Bay, 30. Robinson – Budget referral - $60,000 Durant Parklett and Telegraph Plaza Improvements, 31. Robinson , co-sponsor Arreguin, Hahn – Budget referral $500,000 Telegraph Shared Streets Feasibility study, ACTION: 32. Amendments to ADU Ordinance, 33. Proposed Amendment to Paragraph NN of BMC Section 19.48.020 adopting building standard which is more restrictive than CA Fire Code standard, requires installation of fire sprinklers in new structures and retrofit fire sprinklers into existing structures in Fire Zone 3 & Fire Zone 2, 34. Identifying City Council referrals for Removal, 35. Amending Berkeley Election Reform Act (BERA) Officeholder Accounts, 36. Objective Standards Recommendations for Density, Design and Shadow, 37. Letter to Senate Budget Committee Chair Sen Skinner Regarding Berkeley Pier, 38. Harrison, co-sponsor Bartlett - Budget Referral to Support Pilot Program Offering Free AC Transit on Sundays in Berkeley, 39. Parks Commission - Proposal to Allocate Revenues Generated by Transient Occupancy Tax (hotel tax) in the Waterfront to the Marina Fund to avoid insolvency, INFORMATION REPORTS: 40. Annual Commission Attendance and Meeting Frequency Report, 41. Senior Center Survey Results, 42. Parks and Waterfront Commission Work Plan for 2021-2022.
____________________
Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
2956 Hillegass (addition to nonconforming structure) date TBD
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with End of Appeal Period,
SFD = Single Family Dwelling
2759 Dohr – repair garage and add ½ bath10-21-2021
1442 Fifth – Demolition of SFD, construction of 3 new SFD 10-28-2021
1516 Hopkins – alter & add 2nd story addition, unenclosed hot tub 10-14-2021
776 Page – Demolition of SFD, construction of 3 new SFD 10-28-2021
2622 San Pablo – establish play area for Chess School and waive required off-street parking 10-28-2021
2600 Tenth – change 15,584 sq ft from media production to office use 10-28-2021
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSESSIONS
October 19 –1. Berkeley Police Department Hiring Practices (referred by Public Safety Committee), 2. Crime Report
December 7 –1. WETA/Ferry Service at the Marina, 2. Presentation by Bay Restoration Authority, 3. Update Zero Waste Rates and Priorities,
December 9 – Housing Element
February 15 – Homeless and Mental Health Services
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Alameda County LAFCO Presentation
Homeless Services and Mental Health Services
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Review and Update on City’s COVID-19 Response
Civic Center – Old City Hall and Veterans Memorial Building
Priority Setting Follow Up Discuss (December Special Meeting)
Kelly Hammargren’s comments on what happened the preceding week can be found in the Berkeley Daily Planet www.berkeleydailyplanet.com under Activist’s Diary.
October 10 - October 17, 2021
Worth Noting:
With Monday as Indigenous Peoples Holiday, City meetings are packed onto Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.
Sunday - Green Party events are not normally listed in the weekly calendar, however, with the Federal Court of Appeals reinstating the abortion ban in Texas the Green Sunday speakers program may be very interesting.
Tuesday is very full with eight meetings in total. If you did not see the demonstration of how to use the mapping tool to redraw council district boundaries there is a demonstration at 12 noon. The agenda committee meets at 2:30 pm and the regular city council meeting is at 6 pm.
Wednesday there are seven meetings in total including Homeless Commission, Parks Commission, and the Police Accountability Board all meeting at 7 pm.
Thursday the Reimagining Public Safety Task force meets at 6 pm and the Zoning Adjustment Board meets at 7 pm.
Saturday is the Harvest Festival at Cedar Rose Park.
The full draft agenda for the October 26 regular city council meeting and the full agenda for the October 12 6 pm regular council meeting are at the end after the list of meetings. In case you haven’t noticed, the first name listed with an agenda item is the author, then co-sponsors. Also, an abbreviated description is included with each use permit in the appeal period.
Sunday, October 10, 2021
Green Sunday: The abortion battle in Texas and what it says about American Politics Today at 5 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82620271999?pwd=S3ZwUklteGI5YjJsMEtMSnJXRzU3UT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 826 2027 1999 Passcode: 2020
AGENDA: Speakers Snehai Shingavi (University of Texas) and Nancy Rosenstock (Chicago for Abortion Rights)
Monday, October 11, 2021 – Indigenous Peoples Day – City Holiday no city meetings
Tuesday, October 12, 2021
Demonstration of Online Mapping Tool for Redistricting at 12 – 1 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86886754491
Teleconference: 1-833-548-282 Meeting ID: 868 8675 4491
AGENDA: virtual demonstration – how to use tool to draw new council districts
New website for redistricting - https://redistricting-commission-berkeley.hub.arcgis.com/
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=175
Agenda and Rules Committee at 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89092330038
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 890 9233 0038
AGENDA: Public Comment non-agenda and 1 – 7, 1. Minutes, 2. Draft Agenda for 10-26-21 (use link or go to end of list of meetings to see full draft agenda for 10-26-21 council regular meeting), 3. Berkeley considers, 4. Adjournments in memory, 5. Worksession, 6. Council referral to agenda committee for scheduling, 7.land use scheduling, REFERRED ITEMS FOR REVIEW 8. Impact Covid-19, 9. Preliminary analysis return to in-person meeting, UNSCHEDULED ITEMS 10. Supporting City Commissions. UNFINISHED BUSINESS FOR SCHEDULING: Kitchen Exhaust Fans, Surveillance Technology Report, Street Maintenance and Rehabilitation Policy.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
City Council Closed Session at 4 pm,
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81204866867
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 812 0486 6867
AGENDA: 1. Public Employee Appointment – Fire Chief, 2. City Manager Performance Evaluation.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
City Council Regular Meeting at 6 pm,
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87357139470
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 873 5713 9470
AGENDA: Use link or scroll past list of city meetings to full agenda
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Community Environmental Advisory Commission at 5 - 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87340693118
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 873 4069 3118
AGENDA: this is the first CEAC meeting since the pandemic started in 2020, 8. Discuss/Action: 1. Elections, 2. Review of Work Plan, 3. Presentation on Consolidation, 4. Commission Reorganization.
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Community_Environmental_Advisory_Commission/
Police Accountability Board Regulations Subcommittee at 6:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82281228507
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 822 8122 8507
AGENDA: 4. a. Continue drafting permanent Regulations, b. Update pending questions to City Attorney regarding confidentiality of legal analysis and potential conflict of interest.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/ContentDisplay.aspx?id=162752
BART El Cerrito Plaza Community Meeting at 6 – 8 pm
Videoconference: Register at Zoom no call-in provided https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMocOGppjspH91GkR_aOa0ZQbvvSz8rr-gZ
AGENDA: BART rider parking spaces, strategies for getting riders to BART and other options.
https://www.bart.gov/sites/default/files/docs/BECCAPECP_2021Oct2_Flyer_v3.pdf
Youth Commission at 5 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85925075321
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 859 2507 5321 Passcode: 621930
AGENDA: 10. Discussion with Trish McDermott BUSD Public Information Officer, 11. Discussion transportation equity, 12. Letter in support of students’ rights in Title 9 complaints, 13. Letter in support of Berkeley High students’ demands regarding ending sexual harm.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Youth_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Wednesday, October 13, 2021
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board Evictions in Berkeley Webinar at 10 am
Use link to register
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board IRA/AGA/Registration at 5 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87554876072?pwd=bDVNMURZZ1l2UHkrdHZZb3JoYnd5UT09
Teleconference: 1-408-638-0968 Meeting ID: 875 5487 6072 Passcode: 217564
AGENDA: 5. Recommend that full board approve the 2022 Annual general Adjustment, 6. Recommend full Board approve the 2022 Annual Inflationary Adjustment of the Owner Move-In and Ellis Act Relocation Assistance payments, 7. Discussion regarding City’s general Plan, 8. 2022 ballot initiative to amend the Berkeley Rent Ordinance including review of Measure MM language, 9. Future items, Tenant Occupancy Limits.
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Southside Community Safety Meeting at 4 – 6 pm
In-person Faculty Glade / 4.0 Hill (UC Berkeley Campus)
Homeless Commission at 7 – 9 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/96645301465
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 966 4530 1465
AGENDA: 5. Staff report on current numbers of persons receiving housing thru Shelter Plus certificates, Section 8 vouchers for homeless, flex subsidies under measure P and other subsidies, number of people placed in permanent housing from Project Roomkey motels and hotels and number of people currently at Horizon, 6 chair/vice-chair update, 7. Q&A with Peter Radu or designee on enforcement of sidewalk ordinance and RV ordinance, 8. Presentation update on COVID vaccine for Homeless, 9. Recommendation for crisis stabilization program in Berkeley, 10. RV lot at Grayson.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Homeless_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Parks and Waterfront Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/96974512296
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 969 7451 2296
AGENDA: 8. Update Echo Lake Camp Facilities, 9. Update process for building at 199 Seawall, 10. Commission consolidation, 11. Reporting discharges at Aquatic Park, 12. Grove Park Renovation, 13. Special funds budget update, 14. Native Species Planting in Berkeley, 16. Adopt-a-Spot.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Parks_and_Waterfront_Commission.aspx
Police Accountability Board at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82237902987
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 822 3790 2987
AGENDA: 3. Public Comment (taken only at beginning on agenda and non-agenda items and at end of meeting), 5. Chair report on Reimagining Public Safety Task Force, 6. Director report on status of complaints, 8. Subcommittee reports Fair & Impartial Policing, Director Search, Regulations, 9. a. Questions to City Attorney’s Office regarding the confidential memo on the obligation to meet and confer over provisions of the Interim Regulations for handling complaints against sworn officers, b. Memo from City Attorney office regarding lawful changes to hearing process to correct imbalances, c. City Attorney conflict of interest issues, d. Continue discussion of Standing Rules, e. Policy complaint, 10. A. Review and answer questions for Interim Regulations approved by Council Oct 5, b. Training: Procedural justice as practiced by BPD, Closed Session 11. Consider recommendation for administrative closure of complaint #3, 12. Recommendation on administrative closure of complaint #8, End of closed session 13. Announcement of closed session action, 14. Public comment, 15. Adjournment.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/ContentDisplay.aspx?id=162752
2x2 Committee (2 council member 2 BUSD board members) at 4 – 5:30 pm
Videoconference: https://berkeley-net.zoom.us/j/89644009209?pwd=T3dwR1hUb3drR3MvNk1CU2pUWWVWUT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 896 440 092 09
AGENDA: no agenda is posted, but the meeting is listed in the city community calendar
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/2x2_Committee_Homepage.aspx
Thursday, October 14, 2021
Reimagining Public Safety Task Force at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81983354907
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 819 8335 4907
AGENDA: Discussion/Action Items: Community Town Halls – NICJR, Berkeley Mental Health’s Mobile Crisis Team, Subcommittee Reports: Policing, Budget & Alternatives to Policing, Community Engagement, Improve and Reinvest, Alternative Solutions to Gender Based Violence
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/RIPST.aspx
Zoning Adjustment Board at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85635951780
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 856 3595 1780
AGENDA: 2. 1798 Scenic - on consent – change use of two buildings at Pacific School of Religion from higher education to a middle school for up to 140 students,
3. 2709 San Pablo – on consent – establish 3,176 sq ft veterinary clinic and construct 25 sq ft addition at entry,
4. 2327 Shattuck – on consent – add service of distilled spirits incidental to food service
5. 924 Gilman – on consent - allow a substantial expansion of existing lawful non-conforming recreation center use by adding live music and arts events Monday – Thursday from 6 – 10 pm.
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
Friday, October 15, 2021- No City meetings or events found
Saturday, October 16, 2021
Harvest Festival celebrates Berkeley’s Sustainable food culture at 11 am – 4 pm
Cedar Rose Park, 1300 Rose St.
https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/CABERKE/bulletins/2f678dd
Sunday, October 17, 2021 - No City meetings or events found
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Agenda and Rules Committee at 2:30 pm, October 12, 2021
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89092330038
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 890 9233 0038
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
Draft Agenda for 10-26-21 – CONSENT: 1. Resolution continuing meetings via video and teleconference, 2. Referral Response Amending City Council Budget Expenditure and Reimbursement Policies, 3. Appointment of Emergency Standby Officer for District 2 and accept resignation from District 4. Revised conflict of interest code, 5. Minutes, 6. Add $548,096 total $1,657,618 and extend to 9-30-2022 with Dorothy Day House for adding RV dwellers at 742 Grayson, 7. $300,000 Bid solicitations – Parking meter fund, 8. Contract $100,000 with Federal Engineering, Inc for prioritized dispatch consulting 11-1-2021 to 10-30-2022 with option to extend for 2 2-yr terms for total not to exceed $300,000, 9. Contract add $287,712 total $657,712 with B.O.S.S. for property management at 2111 McKinley a supported housing site for mental health division clients, 10. Contract add $9,900 total $103,500 and extend to 12-31-2021 with Sonya Dublin Consulting as external evaluator tobacco prevention program, 11. Contract $450,000 with Discovery Health Services for weekly onside employee COVID-19 testing 11-1-2021 to 11-1-2022, 12. Contract $112,000 with Voya for 3rd Party COBRA Administration and Retiree Health Premium Assistance Plan Administration, 13. Revise Housing Inspector Classification and Salary, 14. Add Housing Inspector I, Housing Inspector II and Senior Housing Inspector Classification and Salaries, 15. $1,939,538 to purchase through NASPO (National Association of State Procurement) Dell Computers, hardware, software and related services 10-26-2021 to 6-30-2023 $1,019,769 in FY22 and 919,769 in FY23, 16. Contract add $14,625 total $97,436 with Communication Strategies for Consulting Services for Voice Over IP and billing audit of AT&T 7-1-2017 to 6-30-2023, 17. Grant Application $897,000 San Francisco Restoration Authority Measure AA for pre-construction and improvement documents at Aquatic Park, 18. Grant Application $20,000 Boating Safety and Enforcement Equipment, 19. Renewal Elmwood Ave BID for FY2022, 20. Renewal Solano Ave BID for FY 2022, 22. Adopt-a-Spot Development Recommendations, 22. Taplin – Budget Referral for funding of Reckless Driving and Slideshow Deterrence, 23. Taplin – Budget referral sidewalk repair on arterial streets, 24. Bartlett – Presentation Request Study to Achieve Equity in City Contracting for Mason Tillman Assoc to present finding and recommendations from Berkeley Inclusion Opportunity Index, 25. Hahn – Support Net Energy Metering, 26. Budget referral $50,000 Public Bank East Bay, 27. Robinson – Budget referral - $60,000 Durant Parklett and Telegraph Plaza Improvements, 28. Robinson – Budget referral $500,000 Telegraph Shared Streets Feasibility study, ACTION: 29. Parks Commission - Proposal to Allocate Revenues Generated by Transient Occupancy Tax (hotel tax) in the Waterfront to the Marina Fund to avoid insolvency, 30. Taplin – Grant Application to CA Violence Intervention and Prevention (CalVIP) Grant Program to provide resources for community safety initiatives, 31. Taplin, co-sponsor Hahn – Amend BMC 6.52.010 to add punitive fees for unauthorized removal of coastal oak and authorize tree replacement requirements for the granting of tree removal permits, 32. Taplin – Restore Red Light Program, 33. Hahn, cosponsor Harrison - Bright Street to Schools, improve safety for youth, families, teachers and staff within two block radius of schools, 34. Amend City Council Rules of Procedure and Order to Allow Extension of Items in Committee in Writing, INFORMATION REPORTS: 35. Annual Commission Attendance and Meeting Frequency Report, 36. Senior Center Survey Results, 37. Parks and Waterfront Commission Work Plan for 2021-2022.
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City Council Agenda for 10-12-21 at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87357139470
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 873 5713 9470
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
RECESS ITEMS: 1. Contract accept bid $1,461,900 (includes 10% contingency) with Murry Building for Cazadero Camp Jensen Dormitory Construction Project, CONSENT: 2nd reading of 2 - 5: 2. Amending BMC 14.56.070 to limit 3-ton commercial truck weights limits on Berkeley’s Bicycle Blvds and At-Risk West Berkeley Residential Streets, 3. 3-ton Gross weight limit on Marin between Grizzly Peak and Marin Fountain Circle, 4. Ordinance for a Shared Electric Micromobility Permit Program, 5. Adoption of Baseline Zoning Ordinance, 6. Update Guidelines and Procedure for City Council Office Budget, 7. City Council Rules of Procedure and Order Revisions via video, 8. Formal Bid Solicitations – Zero Waste Fund $750,000,
9. Proposed Ordinance Amending Paragraph NN BMC 19.48.020 expands existing fire code tp require fire sprinklers in new structures and retrofit sprinklers into existing structures in Fire Zone 3 to to include fire zone 2, 10. Contract using Measure FF $650,000 for two ambulances, 11. Contract using Measure FF $322,000 for five pickup trucks Ford F-250 4x4 with Nicholas K Corp DBA “The Ford Store.” 12. Amend Contract add $62,000 total $100,000 and extend 5-1-2021 to 7-31-2024 with Alameda Co Healthcare Services for epidemiology and program evaluation, 13. Appointment Abraham Roman as Fire Chief salary $268,990, 14. Classification establish program manager I & II hourly salary range $51.7326 - $62.4561/hour, 15. Transfer tax refund for 1685 Solano to Bay Area Community Land Trust to support the acquisition and renovation operation as affordable housing, 16. Amend contract add $100,00 total $499,411 from 9-14-2016 to 6-30-223 with Geographic Technologies Group for Additional Geographic Information System, 17. Purchase order for vehicle GS-35F-0280X for $492,000, 18. Grant Application: Environmental Enhancement and Mitigation Project (EEMP) $500,000 to plant urban forest trees, 19. CM – City policy regarding scheduling meetings on significant religious holidays, 20. Taplin & Kesarwani - Budget referral: $500,000 Security Cameras in the Public Right of Way at intersections experiencing increased violent crime and environmental safety assessment for high crime areas: arterial intersections along University, Ashby & Alcatraz, 6th/University, 7th/Ashby, San Pablo/Ashby, Sacramento/Alcatraz, Alcatraz/Adeline, Ashby/Telegraph, Gilman/6th, College/Alcatraz, Ashby/Domingo, Ashby/Claremont, other possible intersections University/Sacrament, Sacramento/Ashby, George Florence park, 10th/Bancroft, 8th/Channing, 8th/Addison, 21. Ghost Gun Ordinance, 22. Taplin, cosponsor Arreguin, Robinson, Kesarwani – Letter to Senate Budget Committee Chair Senator Skinner regarding budget allocation for Berkeley Pier, 23. Bartlett - Infrastructure and Affordable Housing Finance Plan for Adeline Corridor, 24. Harrison Resolution in support of Direct Pay Provision for the 26 U.S.C § 25D Residential Energy Efficient Property Tax Credit, 25. Wengraf, co-sponsors Taplin, Kesarwani, Hahn – Adopt resolution denouncing Texas Anti-abortion law (SB8) and reaffirming reproductive freedom in Berkeley, 26. Wengraf, co-sponsors Taplin, Kesarwani, Hahn - Support for HR 3755 – Women’s Health Protection Act of 2021, ACTION: 27. ZAB Appeal 1205 Peralta, 28. Response to Short Term Referral for amendments to ADU ordinance to address public safety concerns, 29. Amending the Berkeley Election Reform Act (BERA) relating to officeholder accounts, 30. Harrison - Referral to the Zero Waste and Energy Commission to conduct community outreach and education regulating the use of carryout and pre-checkout bags and to make recommendations to FITES, 31. Objective Standards Recommendations for Density, Design and Shadows, 32. City Manager (CM) – referrals for removal, 33. Harrison – Budget Referral Allocate General Fund Revenues to Support Pilot Program offering free AC Transit on Sundays in Berkeley,
Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
1205 Peralta (conversion of garage) 10/12/2021
2956 Hillegass (addition to nonconforming structure) date TBD
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with End of Appeal Period
2015 Blake – merge & reconfigure 7 parcels, construct 7-story mixed use bldg 10-14-21
2759 Dohr – repair garage and add ½ bath10-21-2021
171 Hill – install an unenclosed hot tub 10-12-2021
1516 Hopkins – alter & add 2nd story addition, unenclosed hot tub 10-14-2021
1527 Sacramento – 565 sq ft addition above 14 ft, unenclosed hot tub 10-14-21
2709 San Pablo – new veterinary clinic 10-14-2021
1716 Seventh – demolish existing SFH construct 2 new 2-story SFH 10-14-21
1344 Summit – legalize entryway addition 10-12-2021
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSESSIONS
October 19 –1. Berkeley Police Department Hiring Practices (referred by Public Safety Committee), 2. Crime Report
December 7 –1. WETA/Ferry Service at the Marina, 2. Presentation by Bay Restoration Authority, 3. Update Zero Waste Rates and Priorities,
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Alameda County LAFCO Presentation
Homeless Services and Mental Health Services
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Review and Update on City’s COVID-19 Response
Civic Center – Old City Hall and Veterans Memorial Building
Housing Element (December 9)
Priority Setting Follow Up Discuss (December Special Meeting)
Worth Noting:
With Monday as Indigenous Peoples Holiday, City meetings are packed onto Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.
Sunday - Green Party events are not normally listed in the weekly calendar, however, with the Federal Court of Appeals reinstating the abortion ban in Texas the Green Sunday speakers program may be very interesting.
Tuesday is very full with eight meetings in total. If you did not see the demonstration of how to use the mapping tool to redraw council district boundaries there is a demonstration at 12 noon. The agenda committee meets at 2:30 pm and the regular city council meeting is at 6 pm.
Wednesday there are seven meetings in total including Homeless Commission, Parks Commission, and the Police Accountability Board all meeting at 7 pm.
Thursday the Reimagining Public Safety Task force meets at 6 pm and the Zoning Adjustment Board meets at 7 pm.
Saturday is the Harvest Festival at Cedar Rose Park.
The full draft agenda for the October 26 regular city council meeting and the full agenda for the October 12 6 pm regular council meeting are at the end after the list of meetings. In case you haven’t noticed, the first name listed with an agenda item is the author, then co-sponsors. Also, an abbreviated description is included with each use permit in the appeal period.
Sunday, October 10, 2021
Green Sunday: The abortion battle in Texas and what it says about American Politics Today at 5 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82620271999?pwd=S3ZwUklteGI5YjJsMEtMSnJXRzU3UT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 826 2027 1999 Passcode: 2020
AGENDA: Speakers Snehai Shingavi (University of Texas) and Nancy Rosenstock (Chicago for Abortion Rights)
Monday, October 11, 2021 – Indigenous Peoples Day – City Holiday no city meetings
Tuesday, October 12, 2021
Demonstration of Online Mapping Tool for Redistricting at 12 – 1 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86886754491
Teleconference: 1-833-548-282 Meeting ID: 868 8675 4491
AGENDA: virtual demonstration – how to use tool to draw new council districts
New website for redistricting - https://redistricting-commission-berkeley.hub.arcgis.com/
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=175
Agenda and Rules Committee at 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89092330038
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 890 9233 0038
AGENDA: Public Comment non-agenda and 1 – 7, 1. Minutes, 2. Draft Agenda for 10-26-21 (use link or go to end of list of meetings to see full draft agenda for 10-26-21 council regular meeting), 3. Berkeley considers, 4. Adjournments in memory, 5. Worksession, 6. Council referral to agenda committee for scheduling, 7.land use scheduling, REFERRED ITEMS FOR REVIEW 8. Impact Covid-19, 9. Preliminary analysis return to in-person meeting, UNSCHEDULED ITEMS 10. Supporting City Commissions. UNFINISHED BUSINESS FOR SCHEDULING: Kitchen Exhaust Fans, Surveillance Technology Report, Street Maintenance and Rehabilitation Policy.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
City Council Closed Session at 4 pm,
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81204866867
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 812 0486 6867
AGENDA: 1. Public Employee Appointment – Fire Chief, 2. City Manager Performance Evaluation.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
City Council Regular Meeting at 6 pm,
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87357139470
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 873 5713 9470
AGENDA: Use link or scroll past list of city meetings to full agenda
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Community Environmental Advisory Commission at 5 - 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87340693118
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 873 4069 3118
AGENDA: this is the first CEAC meeting since the pandemic started in 2020, 8. Discuss/Action: 1. Elections, 2. Review of Work Plan, 3. Presentation on Consolidation, 4. Commission Reorganization.
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Community_Environmental_Advisory_Commission/
Police Accountability Board Regulations Subcommittee at 6:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82281228507
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 822 8122 8507
AGENDA: 4. a. Continue drafting permanent Regulations, b. Update pending questions to City Attorney regarding confidentiality of legal analysis and potential conflict of interest.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/ContentDisplay.aspx?id=162752
BART El Cerrito Plaza Community Meeting at 6 – 8 pm
Videoconference: Register at Zoom no call-in provided https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMocOGppjspH91GkR_aOa0ZQbvvSz8rr-gZ
AGENDA: BART rider parking spaces, strategies for getting riders to BART and other options.
https://www.bart.gov/sites/default/files/docs/BECCAPECP_2021Oct2_Flyer_v3.pdf
Youth Commission at 5 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85925075321
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 859 2507 5321 Passcode: 621930
AGENDA: 10. Discussion with Trish McDermott BUSD Public Information Officer, 11. Discussion transportation equity, 12. Letter in support of students’ rights in Title 9 complaints, 13. Letter in support of Berkeley High students’ demands regarding ending sexual harm.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Youth_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Wednesday, October 13, 2021
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board Evictions in Berkeley Webinar at 10 am
Use link to register
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board IRA/AGA/Registration at 5 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87554876072?pwd=bDVNMURZZ1l2UHkrdHZZb3JoYnd5UT09
Teleconference: 1-408-638-0968 Meeting ID: 875 5487 6072 Passcode: 217564
AGENDA: 5. Recommend that full board approve the 2022 Annual general Adjustment, 6. Recommend full Board approve the 2022 Annual Inflationary Adjustment of the Owner Move-In and Ellis Act Relocation Assistance payments, 7. Discussion regarding City’s general Plan, 8. 2022 ballot initiative to amend the Berkeley Rent Ordinance including review of Measure MM language, 9. Future items, Tenant Occupancy Limits.
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Southside Community Safety Meeting at 4 – 6 pm
In-person Faculty Glade / 4.0 Hill (UC Berkeley Campus)
Homeless Commission at 7 – 9 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/96645301465
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 966 4530 1465
AGENDA: 5. Staff report on current numbers of persons receiving housing thru Shelter Plus certificates, Section 8 vouchers for homeless, flex subsidies under measure P and other subsidies, number of people placed in permanent housing from Project Roomkey motels and hotels and number of people currently at Horizon, 6 chair/vice-chair update, 7. Q&A with Peter Radu or designee on enforcement of sidewalk ordinance and RV ordinance, 8. Presentation update on COVID vaccine for Homeless, 9. Recommendation for crisis stabilization program in Berkeley, 10. RV lot at Grayson.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Homeless_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Parks and Waterfront Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/96974512296
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 969 7451 2296
AGENDA: 8. Update Echo Lake Camp Facilities, 9. Update process for building at 199 Seawall, 10. Commission consolidation, 11. Reporting discharges at Aquatic Park, 12. Grove Park Renovation, 13. Special funds budget update, 14. Native Species Planting in Berkeley, 16. Adopt-a-Spot.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Parks_and_Waterfront_Commission.aspx
Police Accountability Board at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82237902987
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 822 3790 2987
AGENDA: 3. Public Comment (taken only at beginning on agenda and non-agenda items and at end of meeting), 5. Chair report on Reimagining Public Safety Task Force, 6. Director report on status of complaints, 8. Subcommittee reports Fair & Impartial Policing, Director Search, Regulations, 9. a. Questions to City Attorney’s Office regarding the confidential memo on the obligation to meet and confer over provisions of the Interim Regulations for handling complaints against sworn officers, b. Memo from City Attorney office regarding lawful changes to hearing process to correct imbalances, c. City Attorney conflict of interest issues, d. Continue discussion of Standing Rules, e. Policy complaint, 10. A. Review and answer questions for Interim Regulations approved by Council Oct 5, b. Training: Procedural justice as practiced by BPD, Closed Session 11. Consider recommendation for administrative closure of complaint #3, 12. Recommendation on administrative closure of complaint #8, End of closed session 13. Announcement of closed session action, 14. Public comment, 15. Adjournment.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/ContentDisplay.aspx?id=162752
2x2 Committee (2 council member 2 BUSD board members) at 4 – 5:30 pm
Videoconference: https://berkeley-net.zoom.us/j/89644009209?pwd=T3dwR1hUb3drR3MvNk1CU2pUWWVWUT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 896 440 092 09
AGENDA: no agenda is posted, but the meeting is listed in the city community calendar
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/2x2_Committee_Homepage.aspx
Thursday, October 14, 2021
Reimagining Public Safety Task Force at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81983354907
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 819 8335 4907
AGENDA: Discussion/Action Items: Community Town Halls – NICJR, Berkeley Mental Health’s Mobile Crisis Team, Subcommittee Reports: Policing, Budget & Alternatives to Policing, Community Engagement, Improve and Reinvest, Alternative Solutions to Gender Based Violence
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/RIPST.aspx
Zoning Adjustment Board at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85635951780
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 856 3595 1780
AGENDA: 2. 1798 Scenic - on consent – change use of two buildings at Pacific School of Religion from higher education to a middle school for up to 140 students,
3. 2709 San Pablo – on consent – establish 3,176 sq ft veterinary clinic and construct 25 sq ft addition at entry,
4. 2327 Shattuck – on consent – add service of distilled spirits incidental to food service
5. 924 Gilman – on consent - allow a substantial expansion of existing lawful non-conforming recreation center use by adding live music and arts events Monday – Thursday from 6 – 10 pm.
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
Friday, October 15, 2021- No City meetings or events found
Saturday, October 16, 2021
Harvest Festival celebrates Berkeley’s Sustainable food culture at 11 am – 4 pm
Cedar Rose Park, 1300 Rose St.
https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/CABERKE/bulletins/2f678dd
Sunday, October 17, 2021 - No City meetings or events found
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Agenda and Rules Committee at 2:30 pm, October 12, 2021
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89092330038
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 890 9233 0038
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
Draft Agenda for 10-26-21 – CONSENT: 1. Resolution continuing meetings via video and teleconference, 2. Referral Response Amending City Council Budget Expenditure and Reimbursement Policies, 3. Appointment of Emergency Standby Officer for District 2 and accept resignation from District 4. Revised conflict of interest code, 5. Minutes, 6. Add $548,096 total $1,657,618 and extend to 9-30-2022 with Dorothy Day House for adding RV dwellers at 742 Grayson, 7. $300,000 Bid solicitations – Parking meter fund, 8. Contract $100,000 with Federal Engineering, Inc for prioritized dispatch consulting 11-1-2021 to 10-30-2022 with option to extend for 2 2-yr terms for total not to exceed $300,000, 9. Contract add $287,712 total $657,712 with B.O.S.S. for property management at 2111 McKinley a supported housing site for mental health division clients, 10. Contract add $9,900 total $103,500 and extend to 12-31-2021 with Sonya Dublin Consulting as external evaluator tobacco prevention program, 11. Contract $450,000 with Discovery Health Services for weekly onside employee COVID-19 testing 11-1-2021 to 11-1-2022, 12. Contract $112,000 with Voya for 3rd Party COBRA Administration and Retiree Health Premium Assistance Plan Administration, 13. Revise Housing Inspector Classification and Salary, 14. Add Housing Inspector I, Housing Inspector II and Senior Housing Inspector Classification and Salaries, 15. $1,939,538 to purchase through NASPO (National Association of State Procurement) Dell Computers, hardware, software and related services 10-26-2021 to 6-30-2023 $1,019,769 in FY22 and 919,769 in FY23, 16. Contract add $14,625 total $97,436 with Communication Strategies for Consulting Services for Voice Over IP and billing audit of AT&T 7-1-2017 to 6-30-2023, 17. Grant Application $897,000 San Francisco Restoration Authority Measure AA for pre-construction and improvement documents at Aquatic Park, 18. Grant Application $20,000 Boating Safety and Enforcement Equipment, 19. Renewal Elmwood Ave BID for FY2022, 20. Renewal Solano Ave BID for FY 2022, 22. Adopt-a-Spot Development Recommendations, 22. Taplin – Budget Referral for funding of Reckless Driving and Slideshow Deterrence, 23. Taplin – Budget referral sidewalk repair on arterial streets, 24. Bartlett – Presentation Request Study to Achieve Equity in City Contracting for Mason Tillman Assoc to present finding and recommendations from Berkeley Inclusion Opportunity Index, 25. Hahn – Support Net Energy Metering, 26. Budget referral $50,000 Public Bank East Bay, 27. Robinson – Budget referral - $60,000 Durant Parklett and Telegraph Plaza Improvements, 28. Robinson – Budget referral $500,000 Telegraph Shared Streets Feasibility study, ACTION: 29. Parks Commission - Proposal to Allocate Revenues Generated by Transient Occupancy Tax (hotel tax) in the Waterfront to the Marina Fund to avoid insolvency, 30. Taplin – Grant Application to CA Violence Intervention and Prevention (CalVIP) Grant Program to provide resources for community safety initiatives, 31. Taplin, co-sponsor Hahn – Amend BMC 6.52.010 to add punitive fees for unauthorized removal of coastal oak and authorize tree replacement requirements for the granting of tree removal permits, 32. Taplin – Restore Red Light Program, 33. Hahn, cosponsor Harrison - Bright Street to Schools, improve safety for youth, families, teachers and staff within two block radius of schools, 34. Amend City Council Rules of Procedure and Order to Allow Extension of Items in Committee in Writing, INFORMATION REPORTS: 35. Annual Commission Attendance and Meeting Frequency Report, 36. Senior Center Survey Results, 37. Parks and Waterfront Commission Work Plan for 2021-2022.
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City Council Agenda for 10-12-21 at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87357139470
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 873 5713 9470
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
RECESS ITEMS: 1. Contract accept bid $1,461,900 (includes 10% contingency) with Murry Building for Cazadero Camp Jensen Dormitory Construction Project, CONSENT: 2nd reading of 2 - 5: 2. Amending BMC 14.56.070 to limit 3-ton commercial truck weights limits on Berkeley’s Bicycle Blvds and At-Risk West Berkeley Residential Streets, 3. 3-ton Gross weight limit on Marin between Grizzly Peak and Marin Fountain Circle, 4. Ordinance for a Shared Electric Micromobility Permit Program, 5. Adoption of Baseline Zoning Ordinance, 6. Update Guidelines and Procedure for City Council Office Budget, 7. City Council Rules of Procedure and Order Revisions via video, 8. Formal Bid Solicitations – Zero Waste Fund $750,000,
9. Proposed Ordinance Amending Paragraph NN BMC 19.48.020 expands existing fire code tp require fire sprinklers in new structures and retrofit sprinklers into existing structures in Fire Zone 3 to to include fire zone 2, 10. Contract using Measure FF $650,000 for two ambulances, 11. Contract using Measure FF $322,000 for five pickup trucks Ford F-250 4x4 with Nicholas K Corp DBA “The Ford Store.” 12. Amend Contract add $62,000 total $100,000 and extend 5-1-2021 to 7-31-2024 with Alameda Co Healthcare Services for epidemiology and program evaluation, 13. Appointment Abraham Roman as Fire Chief salary $268,990, 14. Classification establish program manager I & II hourly salary range $51.7326 - $62.4561/hour, 15. Transfer tax refund for 1685 Solano to Bay Area Community Land Trust to support the acquisition and renovation operation as affordable housing, 16. Amend contract add $100,00 total $499,411 from 9-14-2016 to 6-30-223 with Geographic Technologies Group for Additional Geographic Information System, 17. Purchase order for vehicle GS-35F-0280X for $492,000, 18. Grant Application: Environmental Enhancement and Mitigation Project (EEMP) $500,000 to plant urban forest trees, 19. CM – City policy regarding scheduling meetings on significant religious holidays, 20. Taplin & Kesarwani - Budget referral: $500,000 Security Cameras in the Public Right of Way at intersections experiencing increased violent crime and environmental safety assessment for high crime areas: arterial intersections along University, Ashby & Alcatraz, 6th/University, 7th/Ashby, San Pablo/Ashby, Sacramento/Alcatraz, Alcatraz/Adeline, Ashby/Telegraph, Gilman/6th, College/Alcatraz, Ashby/Domingo, Ashby/Claremont, other possible intersections University/Sacrament, Sacramento/Ashby, George Florence park, 10th/Bancroft, 8th/Channing, 8th/Addison, 21. Ghost Gun Ordinance, 22. Taplin, cosponsor Arreguin, Robinson, Kesarwani – Letter to Senate Budget Committee Chair Senator Skinner regarding budget allocation for Berkeley Pier, 23. Bartlett - Infrastructure and Affordable Housing Finance Plan for Adeline Corridor, 24. Harrison Resolution in support of Direct Pay Provision for the 26 U.S.C § 25D Residential Energy Efficient Property Tax Credit, 25. Wengraf, co-sponsors Taplin, Kesarwani, Hahn – Adopt resolution denouncing Texas Anti-abortion law (SB8) and reaffirming reproductive freedom in Berkeley, 26. Wengraf, co-sponsors Taplin, Kesarwani, Hahn - Support for HR 3755 – Women’s Health Protection Act of 2021, ACTION: 27. ZAB Appeal 1205 Peralta, 28. Response to Short Term Referral for amendments to ADU ordinance to address public safety concerns, 29. Amending the Berkeley Election Reform Act (BERA) relating to officeholder accounts, 30. Harrison - Referral to the Zero Waste and Energy Commission to conduct community outreach and education regulating the use of carryout and pre-checkout bags and to make recommendations to FITES, 31. Objective Standards Recommendations for Density, Design and Shadows, 32. City Manager (CM) – referrals for removal, 33. Harrison – Budget Referral Allocate General Fund Revenues to Support Pilot Program offering free AC Transit on Sundays in Berkeley,
Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
1205 Peralta (conversion of garage) 10/12/2021
2956 Hillegass (addition to nonconforming structure) date TBD
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with End of Appeal Period
2015 Blake – merge & reconfigure 7 parcels, construct 7-story mixed use bldg 10-14-21
2759 Dohr – repair garage and add ½ bath10-21-2021
171 Hill – install an unenclosed hot tub 10-12-2021
1516 Hopkins – alter & add 2nd story addition, unenclosed hot tub 10-14-2021
1527 Sacramento – 565 sq ft addition above 14 ft, unenclosed hot tub 10-14-21
2709 San Pablo – new veterinary clinic 10-14-2021
1716 Seventh – demolish existing SFH construct 2 new 2-story SFH 10-14-21
1344 Summit – legalize entryway addition 10-12-2021
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSESSIONS
October 19 –1. Berkeley Police Department Hiring Practices (referred by Public Safety Committee), 2. Crime Report
December 7 –1. WETA/Ferry Service at the Marina, 2. Presentation by Bay Restoration Authority, 3. Update Zero Waste Rates and Priorities,
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Alameda County LAFCO Presentation
Homeless Services and Mental Health Services
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Review and Update on City’s COVID-19 Response
Civic Center – Old City Hall and Veterans Memorial Building
Housing Element (December 9)
Priority Setting Follow Up Discuss (December Special Meeting)
October 3 - October 10, 2021
Worth Noting - Very full week ahead:
Monday the Public Safety Committee at 10:30 am takes up license plate readers. The Telegraph/Channing public restroom meeting is at 5 pm. The Mayor’s Town Hall is at 6 pm (recorded). The Peace and Justice Commission meets at 7 pm for the first time after months of being placed on hold (COVID) with the Rights of Nature as the last item of the agenda.
Tuesday is the Council special session at 6 pm on waiving the sanctuary city ordinance for the Motorola contract and interim regulations for handling complaints of sworn officers by the Police Accountability Board (PAB).
Wednesday the FITES Committee meets at 2:30 pm on plastic bags and native plant ordinance. The Commission on Disability will be reviewing the impact of COVID on BIPOC and people with disabilities and use of services. The Redistricting Commission meets at 6 pm and includes a demonstration of the redistricting website. The Planning Commission meets at 7 pm and will hold a hearing on redefining the definition of research and development.
Thursday the Land Use Committee meets at 10:30 am on the affordable housing overlay. The Landmarks Preservation Commission meets at 7 pm with Peoples Park as the last item on the agenda. Neither the Rent Stabilization Board at 6 pm nor the Public Works Commission at 7 pm have published the agendas and zoom meeting links.
Friday and Saturday the Virtual Evacuation Drill is not posted on city calendar (as of 10-2-2021) Friday use link to REGISTER for the DRILL, access resources and review household evacuation plan. Saturday at 9 – 11 am is the virtual evacuation drill.
Registration link https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/CABERKE/bulletins/2f47115
The agenda for the October 12 City Council regular meeting at 6 pm is available for comment and follows the list of city meetings. Also note that Use Permits in the appeal period includes a description of the permit not just the address and date.
Sunday, October 3, 2021 - No City meetings or events found
Monday, October 4, 2021
City Council Public Safety Committee at 10:30 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89965690392
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 899 6569 0392
AGENDA: 2. Harrison, cosponsor Hahn - Adopt Ordinance BMC 13.09 Prohibiting Discriminatory Reports to Law Enforcement, 3. Taplin, cosponsors Droste, Wengraf – Budget referral Automated license plate readers for community safety.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Public_Safety.aspx
Telegraph/Channing Public Restroom Community Meeting at 5 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88604785204
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 886 0478 5204
AGENDA: Proposed locations in Telegraph/Channing vicinity.
Mayor Arreguin Town Hall at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://www.jessearreguin.com/
Questions must be submitted in advance by 3 pm the day of the town hall
AGENDA: Town Hall with Deputy City Manager Paul Buddenhagen, Health, Housing & Community Services Dr. Lisa Warhuus and Berkeley Health Officer Dr. Lisa Hernandez. Town Hall. Town Halls are recorded.
Peace and Justice Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89026171227
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 89026171227
AGENDA: 7. Chair & Vice-Chair Elections, 8. Meeting Calendar, 9. FY 2022 work Plan, 10. Discussion Possible Action Commission Reorganization, 11. Haitian Refugee Crisis, 12. Homelessness Issues Resolution, 13. Council referral on Rights of Nature.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/ContentDisplay.aspx?id=13054
Tuesday, October 5, 2021
City Council Closed Session at 4 pm,
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82234741420
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 822 3474 1420
AGENDA: 1. Pending Litigation a. Nathan Spencer v City of Berkeley RG19036980 personal injury proposed settlement, b. Yenny Ung v. City of Berkeley RG19047098 personal injury proposed settlement.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
City Council Special Session at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83878881991
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 838 7888 1991
AGENDA: A. Waiver of Sanctuary City Ordinance for Motorola Solutions Lease, 1. Approval of Interim Regulations for the Police Accountability Board (PAB) and Office of the Director (PAB) for Handling Complaints Against Sworn Officers of the Police Department.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Wednesday, October 6, 2021
City Council Facilities, Infrastructure, Transportation, Environment & Sustainability Committee (FITES) at 2:30 pm,
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81648836229
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 816 4883 6229
AGENDA: 2. Climate Equity Action Fund, 3. Harrison, Hahn - Adopt an Ordinance to regulate plastic bags at retail and food service establishments, 4. Taplin - Native and Drought Resistant Plants and Landscaping Ordinance Referral.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Facilities,_Infrastructure,_Transportation,_Environment,___Sustainability.aspx
Board of Library Trustees at 6:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86042306505
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 860 4230 6505
AGENDA: II. D. Holiday schedule, E. Reappoint Trustee Amy Roth, III.A. Format of Director Evaluations
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
Commission on Disability, 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85275111571?pwd=TmdySC9VME5mUk9XQURCK3BzbnBOdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 852 7511 1571 Passcode: 759457
AGENDA: Action items: Disaster preparedness, Discussion items: Elevator Ordinance, Easy Does It, Merging with Commission on Aging, Accessible Housing Update, Ethnicity & Disability Statistics of People who have contracted Covid in Berkeley since the beginning of the pandemic, Utilization rates and accessibility of City of Berkeley Covid testing sites for BIPOC people with disabilities, Number of BIPOC with disabilities who have access COVID related and/or supportive services since the beginning of the pandemic, Vaccinations distribution among seniors and BIPOC communities with disabilities in Berkeley
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Disability_Homepage.aspx
Independent Redistricting Commission at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86821073746
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 868 2107 3746
AGENDA: 2. Review Oct 2 public hearing, 3. Demonstration of new redistricting hub website, 4. Purpose and responsibilities of potential map review subcommittee, 5. Evaluation of outreach efforts and resulting community participation.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/redistricting/
Planning Commission at 7
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83000710811
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 830 0071 0811
AGENDA: 9. Public Hearing: Business Support Zoning Amendment Referral – Research and Development, 10. Gentrification and Displacement Referral.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx
WETA (Water Emergency Transportation Authority) Board Meeting at 12:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89718217408
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 897 1821 7408 Passcode: 33779
AGENDA: 12:30 pm start is employee performance evaluation in closed session, open session to start no earlier than 1 pm, 7. Lease agreement with port of San Francisco for administrative office and berthing space, 8. WETA zero emission study update.
https://weta.sanfranciscobayferry.com/next-board-meeting
Thursday, October 7, 2021
City Council Land Use, Housing & Economic Development Committee at 10:30 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89061698001
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 890 6169 8001
AGENDA: 2. Taplin, co-sponsors Bartlett, Robinson - Affordable Housing Overlay, updated supplemental does not include number of years buildings would be deed restricted as affordable (in perpetuity or 55 years) or percent of units in each affordable category.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Land_Use,_Housing___Economic_Development.aspx
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board at 6 pm
Videoconference, Teleconference, Meeting ID, AGENDA, not posted, check after Monday
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Landmarks Preservation Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83115757406
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 831 1575 7406
AGENDA: 5. 1960 University – Structural Alteration Permit
6. 1325 Arch - Structural Alteration Permit
7. 2212 Fifth Street - Landmark or Structure of Merit Designation
8. 2328 Channing – Structural Alteration Permit
9. 2526 Haste Street/People’s Park – Comments to State Historic Preservation Officer and provide comments on the pending nomination of People’s Park for the National Register.
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/landmarkspreservationcommission/
Public Works Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference, Teleconference, Meeting ID, AGENDA not posted check after Monday
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Public_Works_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Friday, October 8, 2021
Reduced Service Day
Citywide Virtual Evacuation Drill on Friday – create and/or review household evacuation plan – Register using link and to access resources
October 8 all participants to review household evacuation plan – use registration link for bulletin with resource for drill and evacuation planning, October 9 virtual drill at 9 – 11 am,
Registration link https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/CABERKE/bulletins/2f47115
Saturday, October 9, 2021
Citywide Virtual Evacuation Drill 9 – 11 am
Register using link
October 8 all participants to review household evacuation plan – use registration link for bulletin with resource for drill and evacuation planning, Saturday virtual drill at 9 – 11 am,
Registration link https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/CABERKE/bulletins/2f47115
Sunday, October 10, 2021 - No City meetings or events found
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City Council Agenda for 10-12-21 at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87357139470
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 873 5713 9470
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
RECESS ITEMS: 1. Contract accept bid $1,461,900 (includes 10% contingency) with Murry Building for Cazadero Camp Jensen Dormitory Construction Project, CONSENT: 2nd reading of 2 - 5: 2. Amending BMC 14.56.070 to limit 3-ton commercial truck weights limits on Berkeley’s Bicycle Blvds and At-Risk West Berkeley Residential Streets, 3. 3-ton Gross weight limit on Marin between Grizzly Peak and Marin Fountain Circle, 4. Ordinance for a Shared Electric Micromobility Permit Program, 5. Adoption of Baseline Zoning Ordinance, 6. Update Guidelines and Procedure for City Council Office Budget, 7. City Council Rules of Procedure and Order Revisions via video, 8. Formal Bid Solicitations – Zero Waste Fund $750,000,
9. Proposed Ordinance Amending Paragraph NN BMC 19.48.020 expands existing fire code tp require fire sprinklers in new structures and retrofit sprinklers into existing structures in Fire Zone 3 to to include fire zone 2, 10. Contract using Measure FF $650,000 for two ambulances, 11. Contract using Measure FF $322,000 for five pickup trucks Ford F-250 4x4 with Nicholas K Corp DBA “The Ford Store.” 12. Amend Contract add $62,000 total $100,000 and extend 5-1-2021 to 7-31-2024 with Alameda Co Healthcare Services for epidemiology and program evaluation, 13. Appointment Abraham Roman as Fire Chief salary $268,990, 14. Classification establish program manager I & II hourly salary range $51.7326 - $62.4561/hour, 15. Transfer tax refund for 1685 Solano to Bay Area Community Land Trust to support the acquisition and renovation operation as affordable housing, 16. Amend contract add $100,00 total $499,411 from 9-14-2016 to 6-30-223 with Geographic Technologies Group for Additional Geographic Information System, 17. Purchase order for vehicle GS-35F-0280X for $492,000, 18. Grant Application: Environmental Enhancement and Mitigation Project (EEMP) $500,000 to plant urban forest trees, 19. CM – City policy regarding scheduling meetings on significant religious holidays, 20. Taplin & Kesarwani - Budget referral: $500,000 Security Cameras in the Public Right of Way at intersections experiencing increased violent crime and environmental safety assessment for high crime areas: arterial intersections along University, Ashby & Alcatraz, 6th/University, 7th/Ashby, San Pablo/Ashby, Sacramento/Alcatraz, Alcatraz/Adeline, Ashby/Telegraph, Gilman/6th, College/Alcatraz, Ashby/Domingo, Ashby/Claremont, other possible intersections University/Sacrament, Sacramento/Ashby, George Florence park, 10th/Bancroft, 8th/Channing, 8th/Addison, 21. Ghost Gun Ordinance, 22. Taplin, cosponsor Arreguin, Robinson, Kesarwani – Letter to Senate Budget Committee Chair Senator Skinner regarding budget allocation for Berkeley Pier, 23. Bartlett - Infrastructure and Affordable Housing Finance Plan for Adeline Corridor, 24. Harrison Resolution in support of Direct Pay Provision for the 26 U.S.C § 25D Residential Energy Efficient Property Tax Credit, 25. Wengraf, co-sponsors Taplin, Kesarwani, Hahn – Adopt resolution denouncing Texas Anti-abortion law (SB8) and reaffirming reproductive freedom in Berkeley, 26. Wengraf, co-sponsors Taplin, Kesarwani, Hahn - Support for HR 3755 – Women’s Health Protection Act of 2021, ACTION: 27. ZAB Appeal 1205 Peralta, 28. Response to Short Term Referral for amendments to ADU ordinance to address public safety concerns, 29. Amending the Berkeley Election Reform Act (BERA) relating to officeholder accounts, 30. Harrison - Referral to the Zero Waste and Energy Commission to conduct community outreach and education regulating the use of carryout and pre-checkout bags and to make recommendations to FITES, 31. Objective Standards Recommendations for Density, Design and Shadows, 32. City Manager (CM) – referrals for removal, 33. Harrison – Budget Referral Allocate General Fund Revenues to Support Pilot Program offering free AC Transit on Sundays in Berkeley,
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
1205 Peralta (conversion of garage) 10/12/2021
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with End of Appeal Period
2015 Blake – merge & reconfigure 7 parcels, construct 7-story mixed use bldg 10-14-21
1339 Carleton – legalize ADU 10-5-2021
2759 Dohr – repair garage and add ½ bath10-21-2021
1530 Grizzly Peak – expand ADU with non-conforming setback 10-5-2021
2956 Hilegass – Addition 3rd story balcony 10-5-2021
171 Hill – install an unenclosed hot tub 10-12-2021
1516 Hopkins – alter & add 2nd story addition, unenclosed hot tub 10-14-2021
2709 San Pablo – new veterinary clinic 10-14-2021
1344 Summit – legalize entryway addition 10-12-2021
1866 Thousand Oaks – new 2nd floor balcony 10-5-2021
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSESSIONS
October 19 –1. Berkeley Police Department Hiring Practices (referred by Public Safety Committee), 2. Crime Report
December 7 –1. WETA/Ferry Service at the Marina, 2. Presentation by Bay Restoration Authority, 3. Update Zero Waste Rates and Priorities,
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Alameda County LAFCO Presentation
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Review and Update on City’s COVID-19 Response
Civic Center – Old City Hall and Veterans Memorial Building
Kelly Hammargren’s comments on what happened the preceding week can be found in the Berkeley Daily Planet www.berkeleydailyplanet.com under Activist’s Diary.
Worth Noting - Very full week ahead:
Monday the Public Safety Committee at 10:30 am takes up license plate readers. The Telegraph/Channing public restroom meeting is at 5 pm. The Mayor’s Town Hall is at 6 pm (recorded). The Peace and Justice Commission meets at 7 pm for the first time after months of being placed on hold (COVID) with the Rights of Nature as the last item of the agenda.
Tuesday is the Council special session at 6 pm on waiving the sanctuary city ordinance for the Motorola contract and interim regulations for handling complaints of sworn officers by the Police Accountability Board (PAB).
Wednesday the FITES Committee meets at 2:30 pm on plastic bags and native plant ordinance. The Commission on Disability will be reviewing the impact of COVID on BIPOC and people with disabilities and use of services. The Redistricting Commission meets at 6 pm and includes a demonstration of the redistricting website. The Planning Commission meets at 7 pm and will hold a hearing on redefining the definition of research and development.
Thursday the Land Use Committee meets at 10:30 am on the affordable housing overlay. The Landmarks Preservation Commission meets at 7 pm with Peoples Park as the last item on the agenda. Neither the Rent Stabilization Board at 6 pm nor the Public Works Commission at 7 pm have published the agendas and zoom meeting links.
Friday and Saturday the Virtual Evacuation Drill is not posted on city calendar (as of 10-2-2021) Friday use link to REGISTER for the DRILL, access resources and review household evacuation plan. Saturday at 9 – 11 am is the virtual evacuation drill.
Registration link https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/CABERKE/bulletins/2f47115
The agenda for the October 12 City Council regular meeting at 6 pm is available for comment and follows the list of city meetings. Also note that Use Permits in the appeal period includes a description of the permit not just the address and date.
Sunday, October 3, 2021 - No City meetings or events found
Monday, October 4, 2021
City Council Public Safety Committee at 10:30 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89965690392
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 899 6569 0392
AGENDA: 2. Harrison, cosponsor Hahn - Adopt Ordinance BMC 13.09 Prohibiting Discriminatory Reports to Law Enforcement, 3. Taplin, cosponsors Droste, Wengraf – Budget referral Automated license plate readers for community safety.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Public_Safety.aspx
Telegraph/Channing Public Restroom Community Meeting at 5 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88604785204
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 886 0478 5204
AGENDA: Proposed locations in Telegraph/Channing vicinity.
Mayor Arreguin Town Hall at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://www.jessearreguin.com/
Questions must be submitted in advance by 3 pm the day of the town hall
AGENDA: Town Hall with Deputy City Manager Paul Buddenhagen, Health, Housing & Community Services Dr. Lisa Warhuus and Berkeley Health Officer Dr. Lisa Hernandez. Town Hall. Town Halls are recorded.
Peace and Justice Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89026171227
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 89026171227
AGENDA: 7. Chair & Vice-Chair Elections, 8. Meeting Calendar, 9. FY 2022 work Plan, 10. Discussion Possible Action Commission Reorganization, 11. Haitian Refugee Crisis, 12. Homelessness Issues Resolution, 13. Council referral on Rights of Nature.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/ContentDisplay.aspx?id=13054
Tuesday, October 5, 2021
City Council Closed Session at 4 pm,
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82234741420
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 822 3474 1420
AGENDA: 1. Pending Litigation a. Nathan Spencer v City of Berkeley RG19036980 personal injury proposed settlement, b. Yenny Ung v. City of Berkeley RG19047098 personal injury proposed settlement.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
City Council Special Session at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83878881991
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 838 7888 1991
AGENDA: A. Waiver of Sanctuary City Ordinance for Motorola Solutions Lease, 1. Approval of Interim Regulations for the Police Accountability Board (PAB) and Office of the Director (PAB) for Handling Complaints Against Sworn Officers of the Police Department.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Wednesday, October 6, 2021
City Council Facilities, Infrastructure, Transportation, Environment & Sustainability Committee (FITES) at 2:30 pm,
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81648836229
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 816 4883 6229
AGENDA: 2. Climate Equity Action Fund, 3. Harrison, Hahn - Adopt an Ordinance to regulate plastic bags at retail and food service establishments, 4. Taplin - Native and Drought Resistant Plants and Landscaping Ordinance Referral.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Facilities,_Infrastructure,_Transportation,_Environment,___Sustainability.aspx
Board of Library Trustees at 6:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86042306505
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 860 4230 6505
AGENDA: II. D. Holiday schedule, E. Reappoint Trustee Amy Roth, III.A. Format of Director Evaluations
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
Commission on Disability, 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85275111571?pwd=TmdySC9VME5mUk9XQURCK3BzbnBOdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 852 7511 1571 Passcode: 759457
AGENDA: Action items: Disaster preparedness, Discussion items: Elevator Ordinance, Easy Does It, Merging with Commission on Aging, Accessible Housing Update, Ethnicity & Disability Statistics of People who have contracted Covid in Berkeley since the beginning of the pandemic, Utilization rates and accessibility of City of Berkeley Covid testing sites for BIPOC people with disabilities, Number of BIPOC with disabilities who have access COVID related and/or supportive services since the beginning of the pandemic, Vaccinations distribution among seniors and BIPOC communities with disabilities in Berkeley
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Disability_Homepage.aspx
Independent Redistricting Commission at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86821073746
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 868 2107 3746
AGENDA: 2. Review Oct 2 public hearing, 3. Demonstration of new redistricting hub website, 4. Purpose and responsibilities of potential map review subcommittee, 5. Evaluation of outreach efforts and resulting community participation.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/redistricting/
Planning Commission at 7
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83000710811
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 830 0071 0811
AGENDA: 9. Public Hearing: Business Support Zoning Amendment Referral – Research and Development, 10. Gentrification and Displacement Referral.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx
WETA (Water Emergency Transportation Authority) Board Meeting at 12:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89718217408
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 897 1821 7408 Passcode: 33779
AGENDA: 12:30 pm start is employee performance evaluation in closed session, open session to start no earlier than 1 pm, 7. Lease agreement with port of San Francisco for administrative office and berthing space, 8. WETA zero emission study update.
https://weta.sanfranciscobayferry.com/next-board-meeting
Thursday, October 7, 2021
City Council Land Use, Housing & Economic Development Committee at 10:30 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89061698001
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 890 6169 8001
AGENDA: 2. Taplin, co-sponsors Bartlett, Robinson - Affordable Housing Overlay, updated supplemental does not include number of years buildings would be deed restricted as affordable (in perpetuity or 55 years) or percent of units in each affordable category.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Land_Use,_Housing___Economic_Development.aspx
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board at 6 pm
Videoconference, Teleconference, Meeting ID, AGENDA, not posted, check after Monday
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Landmarks Preservation Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83115757406
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 831 1575 7406
AGENDA: 5. 1960 University – Structural Alteration Permit
6. 1325 Arch - Structural Alteration Permit
7. 2212 Fifth Street - Landmark or Structure of Merit Designation
8. 2328 Channing – Structural Alteration Permit
9. 2526 Haste Street/People’s Park – Comments to State Historic Preservation Officer and provide comments on the pending nomination of People’s Park for the National Register.
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/landmarkspreservationcommission/
Public Works Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference, Teleconference, Meeting ID, AGENDA not posted check after Monday
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Public_Works_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Friday, October 8, 2021
Reduced Service Day
Citywide Virtual Evacuation Drill on Friday – create and/or review household evacuation plan – Register using link and to access resources
October 8 all participants to review household evacuation plan – use registration link for bulletin with resource for drill and evacuation planning, October 9 virtual drill at 9 – 11 am,
Registration link https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/CABERKE/bulletins/2f47115
Saturday, October 9, 2021
Citywide Virtual Evacuation Drill 9 – 11 am
Register using link
October 8 all participants to review household evacuation plan – use registration link for bulletin with resource for drill and evacuation planning, Saturday virtual drill at 9 – 11 am,
Registration link https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/CABERKE/bulletins/2f47115
Sunday, October 10, 2021 - No City meetings or events found
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City Council Agenda for 10-12-21 at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87357139470
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 873 5713 9470
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
RECESS ITEMS: 1. Contract accept bid $1,461,900 (includes 10% contingency) with Murry Building for Cazadero Camp Jensen Dormitory Construction Project, CONSENT: 2nd reading of 2 - 5: 2. Amending BMC 14.56.070 to limit 3-ton commercial truck weights limits on Berkeley’s Bicycle Blvds and At-Risk West Berkeley Residential Streets, 3. 3-ton Gross weight limit on Marin between Grizzly Peak and Marin Fountain Circle, 4. Ordinance for a Shared Electric Micromobility Permit Program, 5. Adoption of Baseline Zoning Ordinance, 6. Update Guidelines and Procedure for City Council Office Budget, 7. City Council Rules of Procedure and Order Revisions via video, 8. Formal Bid Solicitations – Zero Waste Fund $750,000,
9. Proposed Ordinance Amending Paragraph NN BMC 19.48.020 expands existing fire code tp require fire sprinklers in new structures and retrofit sprinklers into existing structures in Fire Zone 3 to to include fire zone 2, 10. Contract using Measure FF $650,000 for two ambulances, 11. Contract using Measure FF $322,000 for five pickup trucks Ford F-250 4x4 with Nicholas K Corp DBA “The Ford Store.” 12. Amend Contract add $62,000 total $100,000 and extend 5-1-2021 to 7-31-2024 with Alameda Co Healthcare Services for epidemiology and program evaluation, 13. Appointment Abraham Roman as Fire Chief salary $268,990, 14. Classification establish program manager I & II hourly salary range $51.7326 - $62.4561/hour, 15. Transfer tax refund for 1685 Solano to Bay Area Community Land Trust to support the acquisition and renovation operation as affordable housing, 16. Amend contract add $100,00 total $499,411 from 9-14-2016 to 6-30-223 with Geographic Technologies Group for Additional Geographic Information System, 17. Purchase order for vehicle GS-35F-0280X for $492,000, 18. Grant Application: Environmental Enhancement and Mitigation Project (EEMP) $500,000 to plant urban forest trees, 19. CM – City policy regarding scheduling meetings on significant religious holidays, 20. Taplin & Kesarwani - Budget referral: $500,000 Security Cameras in the Public Right of Way at intersections experiencing increased violent crime and environmental safety assessment for high crime areas: arterial intersections along University, Ashby & Alcatraz, 6th/University, 7th/Ashby, San Pablo/Ashby, Sacramento/Alcatraz, Alcatraz/Adeline, Ashby/Telegraph, Gilman/6th, College/Alcatraz, Ashby/Domingo, Ashby/Claremont, other possible intersections University/Sacrament, Sacramento/Ashby, George Florence park, 10th/Bancroft, 8th/Channing, 8th/Addison, 21. Ghost Gun Ordinance, 22. Taplin, cosponsor Arreguin, Robinson, Kesarwani – Letter to Senate Budget Committee Chair Senator Skinner regarding budget allocation for Berkeley Pier, 23. Bartlett - Infrastructure and Affordable Housing Finance Plan for Adeline Corridor, 24. Harrison Resolution in support of Direct Pay Provision for the 26 U.S.C § 25D Residential Energy Efficient Property Tax Credit, 25. Wengraf, co-sponsors Taplin, Kesarwani, Hahn – Adopt resolution denouncing Texas Anti-abortion law (SB8) and reaffirming reproductive freedom in Berkeley, 26. Wengraf, co-sponsors Taplin, Kesarwani, Hahn - Support for HR 3755 – Women’s Health Protection Act of 2021, ACTION: 27. ZAB Appeal 1205 Peralta, 28. Response to Short Term Referral for amendments to ADU ordinance to address public safety concerns, 29. Amending the Berkeley Election Reform Act (BERA) relating to officeholder accounts, 30. Harrison - Referral to the Zero Waste and Energy Commission to conduct community outreach and education regulating the use of carryout and pre-checkout bags and to make recommendations to FITES, 31. Objective Standards Recommendations for Density, Design and Shadows, 32. City Manager (CM) – referrals for removal, 33. Harrison – Budget Referral Allocate General Fund Revenues to Support Pilot Program offering free AC Transit on Sundays in Berkeley,
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
1205 Peralta (conversion of garage) 10/12/2021
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with End of Appeal Period
2015 Blake – merge & reconfigure 7 parcels, construct 7-story mixed use bldg 10-14-21
1339 Carleton – legalize ADU 10-5-2021
2759 Dohr – repair garage and add ½ bath10-21-2021
1530 Grizzly Peak – expand ADU with non-conforming setback 10-5-2021
2956 Hilegass – Addition 3rd story balcony 10-5-2021
171 Hill – install an unenclosed hot tub 10-12-2021
1516 Hopkins – alter & add 2nd story addition, unenclosed hot tub 10-14-2021
2709 San Pablo – new veterinary clinic 10-14-2021
1344 Summit – legalize entryway addition 10-12-2021
1866 Thousand Oaks – new 2nd floor balcony 10-5-2021
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSESSIONS
October 19 –1. Berkeley Police Department Hiring Practices (referred by Public Safety Committee), 2. Crime Report
December 7 –1. WETA/Ferry Service at the Marina, 2. Presentation by Bay Restoration Authority, 3. Update Zero Waste Rates and Priorities,
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Alameda County LAFCO Presentation
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Review and Update on City’s COVID-19 Response
Civic Center – Old City Hall and Veterans Memorial Building
Kelly Hammargren’s comments on what happened the preceding week can be found in the Berkeley Daily Planet www.berkeleydailyplanet.com under Activist’s Diary.
September 26 - October 3, 2021
Worth Noting:
Monday morning the Council Safety Committee meets at 10:30 on Ghost Guns, The Agenda Committee meets at 2:30 pm on the draft agenda for the 10-12-2021 Council regular meeting, The Children, Youth and Recreation Commission and the Zero Waste Commission both meet at 7 pm.
Tuesday morning the Council Land Use Committee meets at 10:30 am on the Affordable Housing Overlay. The Regular City Council meeting is at 6 pm with Baseline Zoning and Objective Building Standards on the agenda.
Wednesday the Police Accountability Board meets at 7 pm.
Thursday the Reimagining Task Force meets at 6 pm. The Housing Advisory Commission meets at 7 pm.
Saturday Ride Electric with electric vehicles and eBikes will be at the downtown Farmers Market from 11 am – 3 pm. The Independent Redistricting Commission meets at 1 pm to provide instruction in how to submit maps for new council boundaries. The Berkeley Tenants Union meets from 4 – 6 pm
The full draft agenda for the October 12th City Council regular meeting and the full agenda for the Tuesday evening September 28th City Council meeting follow the daily list of city meetings.
Register for Citywide Virtual Evacuation Drill on Friday, October 8 and Saturday, October 9 at 9 – 11 am
October 8 all participants to review household evacuation plan – use registration link for bulletin with resource for drill and evacuation planning, October 9 virtual drill at 9 – 11 am,
Registration link https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/CABERKE/bulletins/2f47115
Sunday, September 26, 2021 - No City meetings or events found
Monday, September 27, 2021
City Council Public Safety Committee Special Meeting at 10:30 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84955851613
Teleconference: : 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 849 5585 1613
AGENDA: 1. Taplin, cosponsors Hahn, Bartlett - Ghost Gun Ordinance
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Public_Safety.aspx
Agenda and Rules Committee at 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83342059740
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 833 4205 9740
AGENDA: Public Comment non-agenda and 1 – 7, 1. Minutes, 2. Draft Agenda for 10-12-21 (use link or go to end of list of meetings to see full draft agenda for 10-12-21 council regular meeting), 3. Berkeley considers, 4. Adjournments in memory, 5. Worksession, 6. Council referral to agenda committee for scheduling, 7.land use scheduling, REFERRED ITEMS FOR REVIEW 8. Impact Covid-19, 9. Preliminary analysis return to in-person meeting, UNSCHEDULED ITEMS 10. Supporting City Commissions. UNFINISHED BUSINESS FOR SCHEDULING: Kitchen Exhaust Fans, Surveillance Technology Report, Street Maintenance and Rehabilitation Policy.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
Children, Youth and Recreation Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/98855020231
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 988 5502 0231
AGENDA: Discussion/Updates: 8. Housing Element, 9. Covid, 10. Recreation Program and Facilities, Action: 11. Communication with Council regarding Commission Consolidation.
http://www.ci.berkeley.ca.us/Children_Youth_and_Recreation_Commission/
Zero Waste Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/s/82587046286
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 825 8704 6286
AGENDA: 6. Staff updates: zero waste division staffing, mattress recycling program, FITES committee draft bag ordinance, Council zero waste rates worksession, Discussion/Action 1. Nov meeting 11-15 instead of 11-22, 2. SB 1383 and possible support opt-in to Alameda Co. Waste Management Authority’s Organics Reduction and Recycling Ordinance, 3. Commission restructuring, 4. Single Use Foodware and Litter Reduction Ordinance
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Zero_Waste_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Tuesday, September 28, 2021
City Council Land Use, Housing & Economic Development Committee Special meeting at 10:30 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87828171951
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 878 2817 1951
AGENDA: 1. Taplin, cosponsors Bartlett, Robinson – Affordable Housing Overlay, 2. Harrison – amendments to BMC 23C.22: Short Term Rentals, 3. Kesarwani, cosponsors Wengraf, - Streamline ADU Permit Review and Approval
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Land_Use,_Housing___Economic_Development.aspx
City Council Closed Session at 5 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83972821687
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 839 7282 1687
AGENDA: Pending Litigation Hesselgesser v City of Berkeley
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2021/09_Sep/City_Council__09-28-2021_Special_Closed_Agenda.aspx
City Council Regular Meeting at 6 pm,
Email: [email protected]
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82143975247
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 821 4397 5247
AGENDA: CONSENT: 1
Wednesday, September 29, 2021
Police Accountability Board at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82237902987
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 822 3790 2987
AGENDA: 3. Public comment on agenda and non-agenda comments, 9. Old Business a. analysis from City Attorney regarding lawful changes to hearing process to correct imbalances, and obligation to meet and confer over those and other proposed provisions of the Interim Regulations for handling complaints against sworn officer, b. Training Police Dept patrol responsibilities, 10. New Business a. Policy Complaint, b. City Attorney conflict-of-interest issues
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/ContentDisplay.aspx?id=162752
Thursday, September 30, 2021
Housing Advisory Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89329867525
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 893 2986 7525
AGENDA: 6. Housing Element, 7. Discussion and possible action to approve City funding for a Future Homekey Housing Development.
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Housing_Advisory_Commission/
Reimagining Public Safety Task Force at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81983354907
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 819 8335 4907
AGENDA: 2. Public Comment, Subcommittee Reports: Policing, Budget & Alternatives to Policing, Community Engagement, Improve and Reinvest, Alternative Solutions to Gender Based Violence, Discussion/Action Items: Dispatch Presentation, Task Force Discussion and Facilitation NICJR.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/RIPST.aspx
Friday, October 1, 2021 - No City meetings or events found
Saturday, October 2, 2021
Ride Electric 11 am – 3 pm
Location: Berkeley Farmers Market at Civic Center Park – Masks required
Test Drive new & used EV (electric vehicles)
Find eBikes for commutes, recreation and hauling kids & cargo
Learn about credits, rebates, grants and loans
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/4th-annual-ride-electric-at-the-farmers-market-registration-168162832559
Independent Redistricting Commission at 1 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87605788482
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 876 0578 8482
AGENDA: Learn to submit maps for new council boundaries
https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/CABERKE/bulletins/2f41053
Berkeley Tenants Union at 4 – 6 pm
Pre-Register for Zoom meeting links
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMpdeiprTsvGdHX1WNWA2e_TWhyZT1cMYg5?_x_zm_rtaid=jVhMIOXMQ0KGi9YqbpNMpw.1632535101649.6ebd0f0ed74ad2de9644f59f9f6f1fbc&_x_zm_rhtaid=267
Sunday, October 3, 2021 - No City meetings or events found
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September 27, 2021 Agenda and Rules Committee at 2:30 pm Draft Agenda for 10-12-21
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83342059740
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 833 4205 9740
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
RECESS ITEMS: 1. Contract accept bid $1,461,900 (includes 10% contingency) with Murry Building for Cazadero Camp Jensen Dormitory Construction Project, CONSENT: 2. Council expense account staff salaries and fringe benefits for Legislative Assistant position, 3. City council rules and procedure refine meeting rules, 4. Formal Bid Solicitations – Zero Waste Fund $750,000, 5. Contract using Measure FF $517,000 for two ambulances, 6. Contract using Measure FF $322,000 for five pick up trucks Ford F-250 4x4 with Nicholas K Corp DBA “The Ford Store.” 7. Amend Contract add $62,000 total $100,000 and extend 5-1-2021 to 7-31-2024 with Alameda Co Healthcare Services for epidemiology and program evaluation, 8. Appointment Abraham Roman as Fire Chief salary $268,990, 9. Classification establish program manager I & II hourly salary range $51.7326 - $62.4561/hour, 10. Transfer tax refund for 1685 Solano to Bay Area Community Land Trust to support the acquisition and renovation operation as affordable housing, 11. Amend contract add $100,00 total $499,411 from 9-14-2016 to 6-30-223 with Geographic Technologies Group for Additional Geographic Information System, 12. Purchase order for vehicle GS-35F-0280X for $492,000, 13. Grant Application: Environmental Enhancement and Mitigation Project (EEMP) $500,000 to plant urban forest trees, 14. Taplin & Kesarwani - Budget referral: $500,000 Security Cameras in the Public Right of Way at intersections experiencing increased violent crime and environmental safety assessment for high crime areas: arterial intersections along University, Ashby & Alcatraz, 6th/University, 7th/Ashby, San Pablo/Ashby, Sacramento/Alcatraz, Alcatraz/Adeline, Ashby/Telegraph, Gilman/6th, College/Alcatraz, Ashby/Domingo, Ashby/Claremont, other possible intersections University/Sacrament, Sacramento/Ashby, George Florence park, 10th/Bancroft, 8th/Channing, 8th/Addison, 15. Bartlett - Infrastructure and Affordable Housing Finance Plan for Adeline Corridor, 16. Harrison – Budget Referral Allocate General Fund Revenues to Support Pilot Program offering free AC Transit on Sundays in Berkeley, 17. Wengraf – Adopt resolution denouncing Texas Anti-abortion law (SB8) and reaffirming reproductive freedom in Berkeley, 18. Wengraf - Support for HR 3755 – Women’s Health Protection Act of 2021, ACTION: 19. ZAB Appeal 1205 Peralta, 20. Amending the Berkeley Election Reform Act (BERA) relating to officeholder accounts, 21. Harrison - Referral to the Zero Waste and Energy Commission to conduct community outreach and education regulating the use of carryout and pre-checkout bags and to make recommendations to FITES, 22. City Manager (CM) – referrals for removal, 23. Proposed Ordinance Amending Paragraph NN BMC 19.48.020 expands existing fire code tp require fire sprinklers in new structures and retrofit sprinklers into existing structures in Fire Zone 3 to to include fire zone 2, 24. CM – City policy regarding scheduling meetings on significant religious holidays, 25. Taplin, cosponsor Arreguin, Robinson – Letter to Senate Budget Committee Chair Senator Skinner regarding budget allocation for Berkeley Pier, 26. Harrison Resolution in support of Direct Pay Provision for the 26 U.S.C § 25D Residential Energy Efficient Property Tax Credit
September 28, 2021 City Council Regular Meeting at 6 pm,
Email: [email protected]
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82143975247
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 821 4397 5247
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
RECESS ITEM: Contract add $175,900 total $2,175,900 with CA Constructores for Construction of Pedestrian Improvements at California & Dwight, CONSENT: 2. 2nd reading - Amendments to BMC 19.44.020 (Housing Advisory Commission) to include oversight of Measure O bond-funded housing initiatives, 3. 2nd reading – Transfer 2 Parcels to State of CA for the Ashby-San Pablo Intersection Improvements Project, 4. Contract add $120,000 total $321,900 with QuickCaption, Inc. for closed captioning, 5. Accept grant $10,525 from William and Flora Hewlett Foundation to protect affordable spaces for the arts, 6. Formal Bid Solicitations, 7. Contract $1,974,457 with Genasys for Citywide Warning System, 8. Grant Application: Funding from FEMA’s Assistance to Firefighters Grant to Support a Regional Fire Service Leadership Development Academy, 9. Contract add $100,000 total $300,000 and extend to 6-30-2024 with BOSS for services, 10. Contract $150,000 7-1-2021 – 6-30-2024 with Berkeley Free Clinic for Laboratory Services, 11. MOU $491,933 with Alameda County Behavioral Health Care for Mental Health Wellness Center, 12. Donation $3400 for Memorial Bench (Nancy Park) at Cesar Chavez Park, 13. Donation $3400 for Memorial Bench (Michael, Anna and John Wyman) at Greg Brown Park, 14. Donation $3400 for Memorial Bench (Dixie Lewis) at Jane Hammond Softball Field at Corodonices Park, 15. Donation $3400 (Shay M. Finnegan) at Shorebird Park at Berkeley Marina, 16. Exclusive Negotiating Agreement with Innovation Properties Group for 199 Seawall Drive, 17. Contract add $125,000 total $425,00 and extend 12-31-2023 with Ben Noble, City and Regional Planning for Zoning Ordinance Revision Project, 18. 7-year lease estimated $920,000 annual payments total $6,500,000 with Motorola Solutions for public safety radios, 19. Contract $2,900,000 FY 2022 – 2026 with Bruce’s Tire, Inc for new tires for city-owned vehicles and equipment, 20. From Disaster and Fire Safety Commission recommends all Berkeley Fire Dept overtime be properly coded to assist in determining what is eligible for Measure GG funding, 21. Appointment of Tommy Escarega to Mental Health Commission, 22. Kesarwani – Referral to City Manager to establish procedure for enhanced review of use permits in manufacturing zone for industrial facilities to ensure public health and environmental impacts are appropriately mitigated, if appropriate installation of 3rd party air quality monitoring devices, 23. Taplin – Amend BMC 14.56.070 for 3-ton Commercial Truck Weight Limit on Berkeley’s Bicycle BLVD and At-Risk West Berkeley Residential streets (Ninth between Dwight and Heinz, Addison, Allston, Bancroft, Channing, & Dwight between San Pablo and 6th, Camelia between 8th and 9th, 8th between Jackson and 9th, Virginia between Sacrament and MLK and Shattuck and Euclid, Channing between MLK and Piedmont, Heinz between 9th and San Pablo, Russell between San Pablo and Shattuck and Telegraph and Claremont, California between Hopkins and University and Dwight and Russell and Stanford, Milvia from Dwight to Russell, Bowditch from Bancroft to Dwight, Hillegass from Dwight to Woolsey, 24. Taplin & Arreguin - Resolution in Support of Afghan Refugees, 25. Bartlett co-sponsors Arreguin, Taplin – Refer to staff to work with the Ashby Recreation and Community Housing (ARCH) Consortium to develop planning grant for Ashby BART East Parking Lot, 26. Wengraf – Resolution Renewing and Re-affirming Wildlife Prevention and Safety, 27. Wengraf – amend BMC 14.56.040 to reduce commercial vehicle weight limit from 4 tons to 3 tons, ACTION: 28. ZAB appeal 2943 Pine, 29. Response to Short Term referral for amendments to ADU ordinance to address Public Safety Concerns, 30. Resolution and Ordinance for Shared Electric Micromobility Permit Program, 31. Approval of Interim Regulations for the Police Accountability Board and Office of Director for Handling Complaints Against Sworn Officers, 32. Adoption of Baseline Zoning Ordinance, 33. Objective Standards Recommendations for Density, Design and Shadows, INFORMATION: 29. Sanctuary City Contracting Compliance for FY 2020, 30. Auditor - Financial First Aid Kit: A Guide to Emergency Financial Preparedness for Berkeley Residents.
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
2943 Pine (construct a 2nd story) 9/28/2021
1205 Peralta (conversion of garage) 10/12/2021
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with End of Appeal Period
1141 Addison – 2 story addition 9-23-21
1339 Carleton – legalize ADU 10-5-2021
2521 College – legalize ADU 9-28-2021
1530 Grizzly Peak – expand ADU with non-conforming setback 10-5-2021
2956 Hilegass – Addition 3rd story balcony 10-5-2021
171 Hill – install an unenclosed hot tub 10-12-2021
2808 Ninth – demo existing single-family dwelling and construct new 9-28-2021
840 Page – add floor area and balcony 9-28-2021
1443 San Pablo – establish off-sale service of beer and wine 9-28-21
1344 Summit – legalize entryway addition 10-12-2021
1866 Thousand Oaks – new 2nd floor balcony 10-5-2021
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSESSIONS
October 19 –1. Berkeley Police Department Hiring Practices (referred by Public Safety Committee), 2. Crime Report
December 7 –1. WETA/Ferry Service at the Marina, 2. Presentation by Bay Restoration Authority, 3. Update Zero Waste Rates and Priorities,
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Alameda County LAFCO Presentation
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Review and Update on City’s COVID-19 Response
Civic Center – Old City Hall and Veterans Memorial Building
Worth Noting:
Monday morning the Council Safety Committee meets at 10:30 on Ghost Guns, The Agenda Committee meets at 2:30 pm on the draft agenda for the 10-12-2021 Council regular meeting, The Children, Youth and Recreation Commission and the Zero Waste Commission both meet at 7 pm.
Tuesday morning the Council Land Use Committee meets at 10:30 am on the Affordable Housing Overlay. The Regular City Council meeting is at 6 pm with Baseline Zoning and Objective Building Standards on the agenda.
Wednesday the Police Accountability Board meets at 7 pm.
Thursday the Reimagining Task Force meets at 6 pm. The Housing Advisory Commission meets at 7 pm.
Saturday Ride Electric with electric vehicles and eBikes will be at the downtown Farmers Market from 11 am – 3 pm. The Independent Redistricting Commission meets at 1 pm to provide instruction in how to submit maps for new council boundaries. The Berkeley Tenants Union meets from 4 – 6 pm
The full draft agenda for the October 12th City Council regular meeting and the full agenda for the Tuesday evening September 28th City Council meeting follow the daily list of city meetings.
Register for Citywide Virtual Evacuation Drill on Friday, October 8 and Saturday, October 9 at 9 – 11 am
October 8 all participants to review household evacuation plan – use registration link for bulletin with resource for drill and evacuation planning, October 9 virtual drill at 9 – 11 am,
Registration link https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/CABERKE/bulletins/2f47115
Sunday, September 26, 2021 - No City meetings or events found
Monday, September 27, 2021
City Council Public Safety Committee Special Meeting at 10:30 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84955851613
Teleconference: : 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 849 5585 1613
AGENDA: 1. Taplin, cosponsors Hahn, Bartlett - Ghost Gun Ordinance
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Public_Safety.aspx
Agenda and Rules Committee at 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83342059740
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 833 4205 9740
AGENDA: Public Comment non-agenda and 1 – 7, 1. Minutes, 2. Draft Agenda for 10-12-21 (use link or go to end of list of meetings to see full draft agenda for 10-12-21 council regular meeting), 3. Berkeley considers, 4. Adjournments in memory, 5. Worksession, 6. Council referral to agenda committee for scheduling, 7.land use scheduling, REFERRED ITEMS FOR REVIEW 8. Impact Covid-19, 9. Preliminary analysis return to in-person meeting, UNSCHEDULED ITEMS 10. Supporting City Commissions. UNFINISHED BUSINESS FOR SCHEDULING: Kitchen Exhaust Fans, Surveillance Technology Report, Street Maintenance and Rehabilitation Policy.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
Children, Youth and Recreation Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/98855020231
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 988 5502 0231
AGENDA: Discussion/Updates: 8. Housing Element, 9. Covid, 10. Recreation Program and Facilities, Action: 11. Communication with Council regarding Commission Consolidation.
http://www.ci.berkeley.ca.us/Children_Youth_and_Recreation_Commission/
Zero Waste Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/s/82587046286
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 825 8704 6286
AGENDA: 6. Staff updates: zero waste division staffing, mattress recycling program, FITES committee draft bag ordinance, Council zero waste rates worksession, Discussion/Action 1. Nov meeting 11-15 instead of 11-22, 2. SB 1383 and possible support opt-in to Alameda Co. Waste Management Authority’s Organics Reduction and Recycling Ordinance, 3. Commission restructuring, 4. Single Use Foodware and Litter Reduction Ordinance
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Zero_Waste_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Tuesday, September 28, 2021
City Council Land Use, Housing & Economic Development Committee Special meeting at 10:30 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87828171951
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 878 2817 1951
AGENDA: 1. Taplin, cosponsors Bartlett, Robinson – Affordable Housing Overlay, 2. Harrison – amendments to BMC 23C.22: Short Term Rentals, 3. Kesarwani, cosponsors Wengraf, - Streamline ADU Permit Review and Approval
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Land_Use,_Housing___Economic_Development.aspx
City Council Closed Session at 5 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83972821687
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 839 7282 1687
AGENDA: Pending Litigation Hesselgesser v City of Berkeley
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2021/09_Sep/City_Council__09-28-2021_Special_Closed_Agenda.aspx
City Council Regular Meeting at 6 pm,
Email: [email protected]
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82143975247
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 821 4397 5247
AGENDA: CONSENT: 1
Wednesday, September 29, 2021
Police Accountability Board at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82237902987
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 822 3790 2987
AGENDA: 3. Public comment on agenda and non-agenda comments, 9. Old Business a. analysis from City Attorney regarding lawful changes to hearing process to correct imbalances, and obligation to meet and confer over those and other proposed provisions of the Interim Regulations for handling complaints against sworn officer, b. Training Police Dept patrol responsibilities, 10. New Business a. Policy Complaint, b. City Attorney conflict-of-interest issues
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/ContentDisplay.aspx?id=162752
Thursday, September 30, 2021
Housing Advisory Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89329867525
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 893 2986 7525
AGENDA: 6. Housing Element, 7. Discussion and possible action to approve City funding for a Future Homekey Housing Development.
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Housing_Advisory_Commission/
Reimagining Public Safety Task Force at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81983354907
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 819 8335 4907
AGENDA: 2. Public Comment, Subcommittee Reports: Policing, Budget & Alternatives to Policing, Community Engagement, Improve and Reinvest, Alternative Solutions to Gender Based Violence, Discussion/Action Items: Dispatch Presentation, Task Force Discussion and Facilitation NICJR.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/RIPST.aspx
Friday, October 1, 2021 - No City meetings or events found
Saturday, October 2, 2021
Ride Electric 11 am – 3 pm
Location: Berkeley Farmers Market at Civic Center Park – Masks required
Test Drive new & used EV (electric vehicles)
Find eBikes for commutes, recreation and hauling kids & cargo
Learn about credits, rebates, grants and loans
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/4th-annual-ride-electric-at-the-farmers-market-registration-168162832559
Independent Redistricting Commission at 1 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87605788482
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 876 0578 8482
AGENDA: Learn to submit maps for new council boundaries
https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/CABERKE/bulletins/2f41053
Berkeley Tenants Union at 4 – 6 pm
Pre-Register for Zoom meeting links
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMpdeiprTsvGdHX1WNWA2e_TWhyZT1cMYg5?_x_zm_rtaid=jVhMIOXMQ0KGi9YqbpNMpw.1632535101649.6ebd0f0ed74ad2de9644f59f9f6f1fbc&_x_zm_rhtaid=267
Sunday, October 3, 2021 - No City meetings or events found
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September 27, 2021 Agenda and Rules Committee at 2:30 pm Draft Agenda for 10-12-21
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83342059740
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 833 4205 9740
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
RECESS ITEMS: 1. Contract accept bid $1,461,900 (includes 10% contingency) with Murry Building for Cazadero Camp Jensen Dormitory Construction Project, CONSENT: 2. Council expense account staff salaries and fringe benefits for Legislative Assistant position, 3. City council rules and procedure refine meeting rules, 4. Formal Bid Solicitations – Zero Waste Fund $750,000, 5. Contract using Measure FF $517,000 for two ambulances, 6. Contract using Measure FF $322,000 for five pick up trucks Ford F-250 4x4 with Nicholas K Corp DBA “The Ford Store.” 7. Amend Contract add $62,000 total $100,000 and extend 5-1-2021 to 7-31-2024 with Alameda Co Healthcare Services for epidemiology and program evaluation, 8. Appointment Abraham Roman as Fire Chief salary $268,990, 9. Classification establish program manager I & II hourly salary range $51.7326 - $62.4561/hour, 10. Transfer tax refund for 1685 Solano to Bay Area Community Land Trust to support the acquisition and renovation operation as affordable housing, 11. Amend contract add $100,00 total $499,411 from 9-14-2016 to 6-30-223 with Geographic Technologies Group for Additional Geographic Information System, 12. Purchase order for vehicle GS-35F-0280X for $492,000, 13. Grant Application: Environmental Enhancement and Mitigation Project (EEMP) $500,000 to plant urban forest trees, 14. Taplin & Kesarwani - Budget referral: $500,000 Security Cameras in the Public Right of Way at intersections experiencing increased violent crime and environmental safety assessment for high crime areas: arterial intersections along University, Ashby & Alcatraz, 6th/University, 7th/Ashby, San Pablo/Ashby, Sacramento/Alcatraz, Alcatraz/Adeline, Ashby/Telegraph, Gilman/6th, College/Alcatraz, Ashby/Domingo, Ashby/Claremont, other possible intersections University/Sacrament, Sacramento/Ashby, George Florence park, 10th/Bancroft, 8th/Channing, 8th/Addison, 15. Bartlett - Infrastructure and Affordable Housing Finance Plan for Adeline Corridor, 16. Harrison – Budget Referral Allocate General Fund Revenues to Support Pilot Program offering free AC Transit on Sundays in Berkeley, 17. Wengraf – Adopt resolution denouncing Texas Anti-abortion law (SB8) and reaffirming reproductive freedom in Berkeley, 18. Wengraf - Support for HR 3755 – Women’s Health Protection Act of 2021, ACTION: 19. ZAB Appeal 1205 Peralta, 20. Amending the Berkeley Election Reform Act (BERA) relating to officeholder accounts, 21. Harrison - Referral to the Zero Waste and Energy Commission to conduct community outreach and education regulating the use of carryout and pre-checkout bags and to make recommendations to FITES, 22. City Manager (CM) – referrals for removal, 23. Proposed Ordinance Amending Paragraph NN BMC 19.48.020 expands existing fire code tp require fire sprinklers in new structures and retrofit sprinklers into existing structures in Fire Zone 3 to to include fire zone 2, 24. CM – City policy regarding scheduling meetings on significant religious holidays, 25. Taplin, cosponsor Arreguin, Robinson – Letter to Senate Budget Committee Chair Senator Skinner regarding budget allocation for Berkeley Pier, 26. Harrison Resolution in support of Direct Pay Provision for the 26 U.S.C § 25D Residential Energy Efficient Property Tax Credit
September 28, 2021 City Council Regular Meeting at 6 pm,
Email: [email protected]
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82143975247
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 821 4397 5247
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
RECESS ITEM: Contract add $175,900 total $2,175,900 with CA Constructores for Construction of Pedestrian Improvements at California & Dwight, CONSENT: 2. 2nd reading - Amendments to BMC 19.44.020 (Housing Advisory Commission) to include oversight of Measure O bond-funded housing initiatives, 3. 2nd reading – Transfer 2 Parcels to State of CA for the Ashby-San Pablo Intersection Improvements Project, 4. Contract add $120,000 total $321,900 with QuickCaption, Inc. for closed captioning, 5. Accept grant $10,525 from William and Flora Hewlett Foundation to protect affordable spaces for the arts, 6. Formal Bid Solicitations, 7. Contract $1,974,457 with Genasys for Citywide Warning System, 8. Grant Application: Funding from FEMA’s Assistance to Firefighters Grant to Support a Regional Fire Service Leadership Development Academy, 9. Contract add $100,000 total $300,000 and extend to 6-30-2024 with BOSS for services, 10. Contract $150,000 7-1-2021 – 6-30-2024 with Berkeley Free Clinic for Laboratory Services, 11. MOU $491,933 with Alameda County Behavioral Health Care for Mental Health Wellness Center, 12. Donation $3400 for Memorial Bench (Nancy Park) at Cesar Chavez Park, 13. Donation $3400 for Memorial Bench (Michael, Anna and John Wyman) at Greg Brown Park, 14. Donation $3400 for Memorial Bench (Dixie Lewis) at Jane Hammond Softball Field at Corodonices Park, 15. Donation $3400 (Shay M. Finnegan) at Shorebird Park at Berkeley Marina, 16. Exclusive Negotiating Agreement with Innovation Properties Group for 199 Seawall Drive, 17. Contract add $125,000 total $425,00 and extend 12-31-2023 with Ben Noble, City and Regional Planning for Zoning Ordinance Revision Project, 18. 7-year lease estimated $920,000 annual payments total $6,500,000 with Motorola Solutions for public safety radios, 19. Contract $2,900,000 FY 2022 – 2026 with Bruce’s Tire, Inc for new tires for city-owned vehicles and equipment, 20. From Disaster and Fire Safety Commission recommends all Berkeley Fire Dept overtime be properly coded to assist in determining what is eligible for Measure GG funding, 21. Appointment of Tommy Escarega to Mental Health Commission, 22. Kesarwani – Referral to City Manager to establish procedure for enhanced review of use permits in manufacturing zone for industrial facilities to ensure public health and environmental impacts are appropriately mitigated, if appropriate installation of 3rd party air quality monitoring devices, 23. Taplin – Amend BMC 14.56.070 for 3-ton Commercial Truck Weight Limit on Berkeley’s Bicycle BLVD and At-Risk West Berkeley Residential streets (Ninth between Dwight and Heinz, Addison, Allston, Bancroft, Channing, & Dwight between San Pablo and 6th, Camelia between 8th and 9th, 8th between Jackson and 9th, Virginia between Sacrament and MLK and Shattuck and Euclid, Channing between MLK and Piedmont, Heinz between 9th and San Pablo, Russell between San Pablo and Shattuck and Telegraph and Claremont, California between Hopkins and University and Dwight and Russell and Stanford, Milvia from Dwight to Russell, Bowditch from Bancroft to Dwight, Hillegass from Dwight to Woolsey, 24. Taplin & Arreguin - Resolution in Support of Afghan Refugees, 25. Bartlett co-sponsors Arreguin, Taplin – Refer to staff to work with the Ashby Recreation and Community Housing (ARCH) Consortium to develop planning grant for Ashby BART East Parking Lot, 26. Wengraf – Resolution Renewing and Re-affirming Wildlife Prevention and Safety, 27. Wengraf – amend BMC 14.56.040 to reduce commercial vehicle weight limit from 4 tons to 3 tons, ACTION: 28. ZAB appeal 2943 Pine, 29. Response to Short Term referral for amendments to ADU ordinance to address Public Safety Concerns, 30. Resolution and Ordinance for Shared Electric Micromobility Permit Program, 31. Approval of Interim Regulations for the Police Accountability Board and Office of Director for Handling Complaints Against Sworn Officers, 32. Adoption of Baseline Zoning Ordinance, 33. Objective Standards Recommendations for Density, Design and Shadows, INFORMATION: 29. Sanctuary City Contracting Compliance for FY 2020, 30. Auditor - Financial First Aid Kit: A Guide to Emergency Financial Preparedness for Berkeley Residents.
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
2943 Pine (construct a 2nd story) 9/28/2021
1205 Peralta (conversion of garage) 10/12/2021
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with End of Appeal Period
1141 Addison – 2 story addition 9-23-21
1339 Carleton – legalize ADU 10-5-2021
2521 College – legalize ADU 9-28-2021
1530 Grizzly Peak – expand ADU with non-conforming setback 10-5-2021
2956 Hilegass – Addition 3rd story balcony 10-5-2021
171 Hill – install an unenclosed hot tub 10-12-2021
2808 Ninth – demo existing single-family dwelling and construct new 9-28-2021
840 Page – add floor area and balcony 9-28-2021
1443 San Pablo – establish off-sale service of beer and wine 9-28-21
1344 Summit – legalize entryway addition 10-12-2021
1866 Thousand Oaks – new 2nd floor balcony 10-5-2021
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSESSIONS
October 19 –1. Berkeley Police Department Hiring Practices (referred by Public Safety Committee), 2. Crime Report
December 7 –1. WETA/Ferry Service at the Marina, 2. Presentation by Bay Restoration Authority, 3. Update Zero Waste Rates and Priorities,
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Alameda County LAFCO Presentation
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Review and Update on City’s COVID-19 Response
Civic Center – Old City Hall and Veterans Memorial Building
September 19 - September 26, 2021
Worth Noting:
Monday the Community for a Cultural Civic Center (CCCC) meetings resume at 12:15 pm
Tuesday the 4 x 4 Task Force meets at 3 pm on the housing Fair Chance and Source of Income Discrimination ordinance. The City Council Special meeting at 6 pm is on the Housing Element. Now, that Newsom has signed off on SB 9 & 10 it is going to be critical to track what is happening locally with the housing element and where Berkeley can add 8934 new dwelling units between in the next cycle from 2023 – 2030.
Wednesday is packed seven city meetings. The Energy Commission starts at 5 pm, the Civic arts Commission and Independent Redistricting Commission start at 6 pm, the Grove Park Community meeting is at 6:30 pm and the disaster and Fire Safety Commission and the Police Accountability Board both start at 7 pm.
Thursday is another full day with the Budget Committee at 10 am reviewing the proposal to allocate marine hotel tax to the marine fund instead of the general fund and the pilot incentive program to electrify housing. In the evening the Rent Stabilization Board, Mental Health Commission and Zoning Adjustment Board all meet at 7 pm.
Friday is the city sponsored outdoor movie Madagascar at Glendale La Loma Park at 7:15 pm
The September 28 City Council regular meeting at 6 pm full agenda is at the end. Council will vote on the baseline zoning ordinance and objective standards. These deserve your attention.
Sunday, September 19, 2021 No City meetings or events found
Monday, September 20, 2021
Civic Arts Commission Policy Subcommittee at 10 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87905303024?pwd=aUs0SUwwSnJzMG1CTDB2VnJDdmFxZz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 879 0530 3024 Passcode: 618060
AGENDA: 4. Discussion/Action American Rescue Plan
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CivicArtsCommissionHomepage/
Community for a Cultural Civic Center (CCCC) meeting at 12:15 – 1:15 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88153954875?pwd=WGxqRndONmE1N0FCOTdMd2FBMHhhUT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 881 5395 4875 Passcode: 487241
AGENDA: 3. Water intrusion study update, 4. Tipping seismic evaluation project update, 5. November 2022 Infrastructure Bond Update, 6. Phase 2 Civic Center visioning Process, 7. Civic Center Park Stage Update
Tuesday, September 21, 2021
4x4 Joint Task Force Committee on Housing: Rent Board/City Council at 3 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86898605916?pwd=aTh1QW85cXI5QVhYK2MwSGVQb0NvUT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 868 9860 5916
AGENDA: Update on Fair Chance Ordinance, 6. Update on Source of Income Discrimination.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/4x4_Committee_Homepage.aspx
City Council Special Meeting at 6 pm,
Email: [email protected]
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88120816296
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 881 2081 6296
AGENDA: 1 item only. Housing Element Update (Berkeley is assigned to build 8934 new units of housing in the next housing element cycle from 2023-2031, 2446 very low income, 1408 Low income, 1416 moderate income and 3664 market rate).
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Solano Avenue Business Improvement District Advisory Board at 10 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86475480085
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 864 7548 0085
AGENDA: 4. Review of invoices from SAA, Annual Report and Budget 2022.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Solano_BID_Board.aspx
Wednesday, September 22, 2021
Civic Arts Commission at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86147520326
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 861 4752 0326
AGENDA: 6. Presentation (discussion and action 7.a)): American Rescue Plan funds for the Arts Grant Guidelines, 7. b) Love Grows Naturally mural design for side wall 2498 Telegraph at Dwight by Illuminaries, c) Mundane Times newspaper project design project by Kate Pocrass for multiple locations in Berkeley, d) Berkeley Big Book Mural for 2052 Center by Nigel Sussman, e) New Civic Arts Commission representative to DRC.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CivicArtsCommissionHomepage/
Commission on Labor at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82676581042
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 826 7658 1042
AGENDA: 4. 2021 Workplan, 5. Fair Work Week, 6. Discussion Labor Shortage.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Labor_Homepage.aspx
Disaster and Fire Safety Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81691891650
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 816 9189 1650
AGENDA ACTION: 3. Enforcement of Existing Parking Rules and Regulations, 4. LRDP for UCB, 5. Recommendation to identify High Risk Areas that are exempt from State Imposed Housing Increases Due to Public Safety Considerations, 6. Measure FF, DISCUSSION: 7. Berkeley Fire Code Updates, 8. Wildfire Joint Powers Agency for East Bay, 9. Commission Home Page Resource List.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Disaster_and_Fire_Safety_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Energy Commission at 5 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87977752843
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 879 7775 2843
AGENDA: 7. Housing Element and housing commission liason, 8. Clean energy and battery backup programs, 9. Proposed Climate Equity Eligible Funding Categories,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Energy_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Independent Redistricting Commission at 6 pm (meeting is video recorded)
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89968234884
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 899 6823 4884
AGENDA: 2. Possible adoption of a slogan, 3, Revisions to community interest forum, 4. Selection of at-large commissioner, 5. Review of map for public submissions.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/redistricting/
Police Accountability Board at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82237902987#success
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 822 3790 2987
AGENDA: 8. Subcommittee report Fair & Impartial Policing, b. Director Search, c. Regulations, 9. A. Hear and consider analysis from City Attorney regarding lawful changes to hearing process and recommendations from Regulations Subcommittee, c. Training Police Dept, d. Discuss and adopt permanent Standing Rules for Board’s Conduct of business.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/ContentDisplay.aspx?id=162752
Grove Park Community Meeting at 6:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84101062141
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 841 0106 2141
AGENDA: proposed improvements to the 2-5 and 5-12 year old play areas and update on sports filed renovation.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=17477
Thursday, September 23, 2021
City Council Budget & Finance Committee at 10 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81668140426
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 816 6814 0426
AGENDA: 2. Proposal to Allocate Revenues Generated by the Transient Occupancy Tax (hotel tax) in the Waterfront Area to the Marina Fund to Avoid Insolvency. 3. Budget Referral and Resolution Establishing A Pilot Existing Building Electrification Incentive Program to Assist New Homeowners, Renters, Existing Homeowners with transition to Zero-Carbon Buildings.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Budget___Finance.aspx
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board at 7 pm
Agenda and Videoconference links are not posted, check after Monday.
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Mental Health Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/96361748103
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 963 6174 8103
AGENDA: 3. Presentation Housing, Homelessness and people with SMI and SUD, 4. Mental Health Manager’s Report and Caseload Statistics, 5. Specialized Care Unit Steering Committee Update, 6. Re-imagining Public Safety Task Force, 7. Alternatives to Santa Rita Jail, 8. Whole Person Care – Access to “Community Health Records” and Public education Campaign.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Mental_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Zoning Adjustment Board at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82370427839
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 823 7042 7839
AGENDA: 2. 1716 Seventh Street – on consent – demolish existing to single-family dwelling and detached garage and construct two 2-story detached single family dwelling units totaling 3,393 sq ft with reduced rear yard setback and 1-uncovered off-street parking in side yard,
3. 2015 Blake - staff recommend approve – use permit and EIR, merge 7 parcels into 2, demolish 4 existing buildings including 1-residential, 1-ADU, 2-nonresidential, relocate and restore 2 existing residential units with 7 units and construct a 3-story 6-unit building with 2 units affordable to low income and a 7-story 155-unit building with 9 units affordable to low income and subterranean garage with 93 parking spaces,
4. 2411 Sixth Street – appeal of zoning officer approval, staff recommend dismiss appeal and approve – alter and expand an existing 975 sq ft single story single-family dwelling to 2051 sq ft 2-story single family dwelling on 4,154 sq ft lot.
5. 1527 Sacramento - appeal of zoning officer approval, staff recommend dismiss appeal and approve – add 520 sq ft 2nd story with aveage height of 21’9” at the rear, a major residential addition of more than 15% of lot area including 44 sq ft on 1st floor, legalize from porch enclosure in non-conforming front setback and add unenclosed hot top on 2783 sq ft lot that contains 1-story 824 sq ft single-family dwelling.
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
Friday, September 24, 2021
Outdoor movie at Glendale La Loma Park: Madagascar 3 at 7:15 pm
Show starts at 7:15 pm. Film will be shown on large portable inflatable movie screen with premium audio visual. Bring blankets, sleeping bags and/or low back beach chairs with maximum height of 9” off ground, this is an alcohol free event.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=17440
Saturday, September 25, 2021 & Sunday, September 26, 2021 No City meetings or events found
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September 28, 2021 City Council Regular Meeting at 6 pm,
Email: [email protected]
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82143975247
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 821 4397 5247
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
RECESS ITEM: Contract add $175,900 total $2,175,900 with CA Constructores for Construction of Pedestrian Improvements at California & Dwight, CONSENT: 2. 2nd reading - Amendments to BMC 19.44.020 (Housing Advisory Commission) to include oversight of Measure O bond-funded housing initiatives, 3. 2nd reading – Transfer 2 Parcels to State of CA for the Ashby-San Pablo Intersection Improvements Project, 4. Contract add $120,000 total $321,900 with QuickCaption, Inc. for closed captioning, 5. Accept grant $10,525 from William and Flora Hewlett Foundation to protect affordable spaces for the arts, 6. Formal Bid Solicitations, 7. Contract $1,974,457 with Genasys for Citywide Warning System, 8. Grant Application: Funding from FEMA’s Assistance to Firefighters Grant to Support a Regional Fire Service Leadership Development Academy, 9. Contract add $100,000 total $300,000 and extend to 6-30-2024 with BOSS for services, 10. Contract $150,000 7-1-2021 – 6-30-2024 with Berkeley Free Clinic for Laboratory Services, 11. MOU $491,933 with Alameda County Behavioral Health Care for Mental Health Wellness Center, 12. Donation $3400 for Memorial Bench (Nancy Park) at Cesar Chavez Park, 13. Donation $3400 for Memorial Bench (Michael, Anna and John Wyman) at Greg Brown Park, 14. Donation $3400 for Memorial Bench (Dixie Lewis) at Jane Hammond Softball Field at Corodonices Park, 15. Donation $3400 (Shay M. Finnegan) at Shorebird Park at Berkeley Marina, 16. Exclusive Negotiating Agreement with Innovation Properties Group for 199 Seawall Drive, 17. Contract add $125,000 total $425,00 and extend 12-31-2023 with Ben Noble, City and Regional Planning for Zoning Ordinance Revision Project, 18. 7-year lease estimated $920,000 annual payments total $6,500,000 with Motorola Solutions for public safety radios, 19. Contract $2,900,000 FY 2022 – 2026 with Bruce’s Tire, Inc for new tires for city-owned vehicles and equipment, 20. From Disaster and Fire Safety Commission recommends all Berkeley Fire Dept overtime be properly coded to assist in determining what is eligible for Measure GG funding, 21. Appointment of Tommy Escarega to Mental Health Commission, 22. Kesarwani – Referral to City Manager to establish procedure for enhanced review of use permits in manufacturing zone for industrial facilities to ensure public health and environmental impacts are appropriately mitigated, if appropriate installation of 3rd party air quality monitoring devices, 23. Taplin – Amend BMC 14.56.070 for 3-ton Commercial Truck Weight Limit on Berkeley’s Bicycle BLVD and At-Risk West Berkeley Residential streets (Ninth between Dwight and Heinz, Addison, Allston, Bancroft, Channing, & Dwight between San Pablo and 6th, Camelia between 8th and 9th, 8th between Jackson and 9th, Virginia between Sacrament and MLK and Shattuck and Euclid, Channing between MLK and Piedmont, Heinz between 9th and San Pablo, Russell between San Pablo and Shattuck and Telegraph and Claremont, California between Hopkins and University and Dwight and Russell and Stanford, Milvia from Dwight to Russell, Bowditch from Bancroft to Dwight, Hillegass from Dwight to Woolsey, 24. Taplin & Arreguin - Resolution in Support of Afghan Refugees, 25. Bartlett co-sponsors Arreguin, Taplin – Refer to staff to work with the Ashby Recreation and Community Housing (ARCH) Consortium to develop planning grant for Ashby BART East Parking Lot, 26. Wengraf – Resolution Renewing and Re-affirming Wildlife Prevention and Safety, 27. Wengraf – amend BMC 14.56.040 to reduce commercial vehicle weight limit from 4 tons to 3 tons, ACTION: 28. ZAB appeal 2943 Pine, 29. Response to Short Term referral for amendments to ADU ordinance to address Public Safety Concerns, 30. Resolution and Ordinance for Shared Electric Micromobility Permit Program, 31. Approval of Interim Regulations for the Police Accountability Board and Office of Director for Handling Complaints Against Sworn Officers, 32. Adoption of Baseline Zoning Ordinance, 33. Objective Standards Recommendations for Density, Design and Shadows, INFORMATION: 29. Sanctuary City Contracting Compliance for FY 2020, 30. Auditor - Financial First Aid Kit: A Guide to Emergency Financial Preparedness for Berkeley Residents.
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
2943 Pine (construct a 2nd story) 9/28/2021
1205 Peralta (conversion of garage) 10/12/2021
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with End of Appeal Period
1141 Addison – 2 story addition 9-23-21
1339 Carleton – legalize ADU 10-5-2021
2521 College – legalize ADU 9-28-2021
2809 Fulton – remodel and addition over 14 ft 9-23-21
1530 Grizzly Peak – expand ADU with non-conforming setback 10-5-2021
2808 Ninth – demo existing single family dwelling and construct new 9-28-2021
840 Page – add floor area and balcony 9-28-2021
1443 San Pablo – establish off-sale service of beer and wine 9-28-21
1866 Thousand Oaks – new 2nd floor balcony 10-5-2021
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSESSIONS
October 19 – 1. Update Zero Waste Rates and Priorities, 2. Berkeley Police Department Hiring Practices (referred by Public Safety Committee), 3. Crime Report
December 7 – 1. Review and Update on City’s COVID-19 Response, 2. WETA/Ferry Service at the Marina, 3. Presentation by Bay Restoration Authority
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Alameda County LAFCO Presentation
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Worth Noting:
Monday the Community for a Cultural Civic Center (CCCC) meetings resume at 12:15 pm
Tuesday the 4 x 4 Task Force meets at 3 pm on the housing Fair Chance and Source of Income Discrimination ordinance. The City Council Special meeting at 6 pm is on the Housing Element. Now, that Newsom has signed off on SB 9 & 10 it is going to be critical to track what is happening locally with the housing element and where Berkeley can add 8934 new dwelling units between in the next cycle from 2023 – 2030.
Wednesday is packed seven city meetings. The Energy Commission starts at 5 pm, the Civic arts Commission and Independent Redistricting Commission start at 6 pm, the Grove Park Community meeting is at 6:30 pm and the disaster and Fire Safety Commission and the Police Accountability Board both start at 7 pm.
Thursday is another full day with the Budget Committee at 10 am reviewing the proposal to allocate marine hotel tax to the marine fund instead of the general fund and the pilot incentive program to electrify housing. In the evening the Rent Stabilization Board, Mental Health Commission and Zoning Adjustment Board all meet at 7 pm.
Friday is the city sponsored outdoor movie Madagascar at Glendale La Loma Park at 7:15 pm
The September 28 City Council regular meeting at 6 pm full agenda is at the end. Council will vote on the baseline zoning ordinance and objective standards. These deserve your attention.
Sunday, September 19, 2021 No City meetings or events found
Monday, September 20, 2021
Civic Arts Commission Policy Subcommittee at 10 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87905303024?pwd=aUs0SUwwSnJzMG1CTDB2VnJDdmFxZz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 879 0530 3024 Passcode: 618060
AGENDA: 4. Discussion/Action American Rescue Plan
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CivicArtsCommissionHomepage/
Community for a Cultural Civic Center (CCCC) meeting at 12:15 – 1:15 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88153954875?pwd=WGxqRndONmE1N0FCOTdMd2FBMHhhUT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 881 5395 4875 Passcode: 487241
AGENDA: 3. Water intrusion study update, 4. Tipping seismic evaluation project update, 5. November 2022 Infrastructure Bond Update, 6. Phase 2 Civic Center visioning Process, 7. Civic Center Park Stage Update
Tuesday, September 21, 2021
4x4 Joint Task Force Committee on Housing: Rent Board/City Council at 3 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86898605916?pwd=aTh1QW85cXI5QVhYK2MwSGVQb0NvUT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 868 9860 5916
AGENDA: Update on Fair Chance Ordinance, 6. Update on Source of Income Discrimination.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/4x4_Committee_Homepage.aspx
City Council Special Meeting at 6 pm,
Email: [email protected]
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88120816296
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 881 2081 6296
AGENDA: 1 item only. Housing Element Update (Berkeley is assigned to build 8934 new units of housing in the next housing element cycle from 2023-2031, 2446 very low income, 1408 Low income, 1416 moderate income and 3664 market rate).
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Solano Avenue Business Improvement District Advisory Board at 10 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86475480085
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 864 7548 0085
AGENDA: 4. Review of invoices from SAA, Annual Report and Budget 2022.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Solano_BID_Board.aspx
Wednesday, September 22, 2021
Civic Arts Commission at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86147520326
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 861 4752 0326
AGENDA: 6. Presentation (discussion and action 7.a)): American Rescue Plan funds for the Arts Grant Guidelines, 7. b) Love Grows Naturally mural design for side wall 2498 Telegraph at Dwight by Illuminaries, c) Mundane Times newspaper project design project by Kate Pocrass for multiple locations in Berkeley, d) Berkeley Big Book Mural for 2052 Center by Nigel Sussman, e) New Civic Arts Commission representative to DRC.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CivicArtsCommissionHomepage/
Commission on Labor at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82676581042
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 826 7658 1042
AGENDA: 4. 2021 Workplan, 5. Fair Work Week, 6. Discussion Labor Shortage.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Labor_Homepage.aspx
Disaster and Fire Safety Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81691891650
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 816 9189 1650
AGENDA ACTION: 3. Enforcement of Existing Parking Rules and Regulations, 4. LRDP for UCB, 5. Recommendation to identify High Risk Areas that are exempt from State Imposed Housing Increases Due to Public Safety Considerations, 6. Measure FF, DISCUSSION: 7. Berkeley Fire Code Updates, 8. Wildfire Joint Powers Agency for East Bay, 9. Commission Home Page Resource List.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Disaster_and_Fire_Safety_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Energy Commission at 5 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87977752843
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 879 7775 2843
AGENDA: 7. Housing Element and housing commission liason, 8. Clean energy and battery backup programs, 9. Proposed Climate Equity Eligible Funding Categories,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Energy_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Independent Redistricting Commission at 6 pm (meeting is video recorded)
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89968234884
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 899 6823 4884
AGENDA: 2. Possible adoption of a slogan, 3, Revisions to community interest forum, 4. Selection of at-large commissioner, 5. Review of map for public submissions.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/redistricting/
Police Accountability Board at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82237902987#success
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 822 3790 2987
AGENDA: 8. Subcommittee report Fair & Impartial Policing, b. Director Search, c. Regulations, 9. A. Hear and consider analysis from City Attorney regarding lawful changes to hearing process and recommendations from Regulations Subcommittee, c. Training Police Dept, d. Discuss and adopt permanent Standing Rules for Board’s Conduct of business.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/ContentDisplay.aspx?id=162752
Grove Park Community Meeting at 6:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84101062141
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 841 0106 2141
AGENDA: proposed improvements to the 2-5 and 5-12 year old play areas and update on sports filed renovation.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=17477
Thursday, September 23, 2021
City Council Budget & Finance Committee at 10 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81668140426
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 816 6814 0426
AGENDA: 2. Proposal to Allocate Revenues Generated by the Transient Occupancy Tax (hotel tax) in the Waterfront Area to the Marina Fund to Avoid Insolvency. 3. Budget Referral and Resolution Establishing A Pilot Existing Building Electrification Incentive Program to Assist New Homeowners, Renters, Existing Homeowners with transition to Zero-Carbon Buildings.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Budget___Finance.aspx
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board at 7 pm
Agenda and Videoconference links are not posted, check after Monday.
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Mental Health Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/96361748103
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 963 6174 8103
AGENDA: 3. Presentation Housing, Homelessness and people with SMI and SUD, 4. Mental Health Manager’s Report and Caseload Statistics, 5. Specialized Care Unit Steering Committee Update, 6. Re-imagining Public Safety Task Force, 7. Alternatives to Santa Rita Jail, 8. Whole Person Care – Access to “Community Health Records” and Public education Campaign.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Mental_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Zoning Adjustment Board at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82370427839
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 823 7042 7839
AGENDA: 2. 1716 Seventh Street – on consent – demolish existing to single-family dwelling and detached garage and construct two 2-story detached single family dwelling units totaling 3,393 sq ft with reduced rear yard setback and 1-uncovered off-street parking in side yard,
3. 2015 Blake - staff recommend approve – use permit and EIR, merge 7 parcels into 2, demolish 4 existing buildings including 1-residential, 1-ADU, 2-nonresidential, relocate and restore 2 existing residential units with 7 units and construct a 3-story 6-unit building with 2 units affordable to low income and a 7-story 155-unit building with 9 units affordable to low income and subterranean garage with 93 parking spaces,
4. 2411 Sixth Street – appeal of zoning officer approval, staff recommend dismiss appeal and approve – alter and expand an existing 975 sq ft single story single-family dwelling to 2051 sq ft 2-story single family dwelling on 4,154 sq ft lot.
5. 1527 Sacramento - appeal of zoning officer approval, staff recommend dismiss appeal and approve – add 520 sq ft 2nd story with aveage height of 21’9” at the rear, a major residential addition of more than 15% of lot area including 44 sq ft on 1st floor, legalize from porch enclosure in non-conforming front setback and add unenclosed hot top on 2783 sq ft lot that contains 1-story 824 sq ft single-family dwelling.
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
Friday, September 24, 2021
Outdoor movie at Glendale La Loma Park: Madagascar 3 at 7:15 pm
Show starts at 7:15 pm. Film will be shown on large portable inflatable movie screen with premium audio visual. Bring blankets, sleeping bags and/or low back beach chairs with maximum height of 9” off ground, this is an alcohol free event.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=17440
Saturday, September 25, 2021 & Sunday, September 26, 2021 No City meetings or events found
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September 28, 2021 City Council Regular Meeting at 6 pm,
Email: [email protected]
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82143975247
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 821 4397 5247
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
RECESS ITEM: Contract add $175,900 total $2,175,900 with CA Constructores for Construction of Pedestrian Improvements at California & Dwight, CONSENT: 2. 2nd reading - Amendments to BMC 19.44.020 (Housing Advisory Commission) to include oversight of Measure O bond-funded housing initiatives, 3. 2nd reading – Transfer 2 Parcels to State of CA for the Ashby-San Pablo Intersection Improvements Project, 4. Contract add $120,000 total $321,900 with QuickCaption, Inc. for closed captioning, 5. Accept grant $10,525 from William and Flora Hewlett Foundation to protect affordable spaces for the arts, 6. Formal Bid Solicitations, 7. Contract $1,974,457 with Genasys for Citywide Warning System, 8. Grant Application: Funding from FEMA’s Assistance to Firefighters Grant to Support a Regional Fire Service Leadership Development Academy, 9. Contract add $100,000 total $300,000 and extend to 6-30-2024 with BOSS for services, 10. Contract $150,000 7-1-2021 – 6-30-2024 with Berkeley Free Clinic for Laboratory Services, 11. MOU $491,933 with Alameda County Behavioral Health Care for Mental Health Wellness Center, 12. Donation $3400 for Memorial Bench (Nancy Park) at Cesar Chavez Park, 13. Donation $3400 for Memorial Bench (Michael, Anna and John Wyman) at Greg Brown Park, 14. Donation $3400 for Memorial Bench (Dixie Lewis) at Jane Hammond Softball Field at Corodonices Park, 15. Donation $3400 (Shay M. Finnegan) at Shorebird Park at Berkeley Marina, 16. Exclusive Negotiating Agreement with Innovation Properties Group for 199 Seawall Drive, 17. Contract add $125,000 total $425,00 and extend 12-31-2023 with Ben Noble, City and Regional Planning for Zoning Ordinance Revision Project, 18. 7-year lease estimated $920,000 annual payments total $6,500,000 with Motorola Solutions for public safety radios, 19. Contract $2,900,000 FY 2022 – 2026 with Bruce’s Tire, Inc for new tires for city-owned vehicles and equipment, 20. From Disaster and Fire Safety Commission recommends all Berkeley Fire Dept overtime be properly coded to assist in determining what is eligible for Measure GG funding, 21. Appointment of Tommy Escarega to Mental Health Commission, 22. Kesarwani – Referral to City Manager to establish procedure for enhanced review of use permits in manufacturing zone for industrial facilities to ensure public health and environmental impacts are appropriately mitigated, if appropriate installation of 3rd party air quality monitoring devices, 23. Taplin – Amend BMC 14.56.070 for 3-ton Commercial Truck Weight Limit on Berkeley’s Bicycle BLVD and At-Risk West Berkeley Residential streets (Ninth between Dwight and Heinz, Addison, Allston, Bancroft, Channing, & Dwight between San Pablo and 6th, Camelia between 8th and 9th, 8th between Jackson and 9th, Virginia between Sacrament and MLK and Shattuck and Euclid, Channing between MLK and Piedmont, Heinz between 9th and San Pablo, Russell between San Pablo and Shattuck and Telegraph and Claremont, California between Hopkins and University and Dwight and Russell and Stanford, Milvia from Dwight to Russell, Bowditch from Bancroft to Dwight, Hillegass from Dwight to Woolsey, 24. Taplin & Arreguin - Resolution in Support of Afghan Refugees, 25. Bartlett co-sponsors Arreguin, Taplin – Refer to staff to work with the Ashby Recreation and Community Housing (ARCH) Consortium to develop planning grant for Ashby BART East Parking Lot, 26. Wengraf – Resolution Renewing and Re-affirming Wildlife Prevention and Safety, 27. Wengraf – amend BMC 14.56.040 to reduce commercial vehicle weight limit from 4 tons to 3 tons, ACTION: 28. ZAB appeal 2943 Pine, 29. Response to Short Term referral for amendments to ADU ordinance to address Public Safety Concerns, 30. Resolution and Ordinance for Shared Electric Micromobility Permit Program, 31. Approval of Interim Regulations for the Police Accountability Board and Office of Director for Handling Complaints Against Sworn Officers, 32. Adoption of Baseline Zoning Ordinance, 33. Objective Standards Recommendations for Density, Design and Shadows, INFORMATION: 29. Sanctuary City Contracting Compliance for FY 2020, 30. Auditor - Financial First Aid Kit: A Guide to Emergency Financial Preparedness for Berkeley Residents.
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
2943 Pine (construct a 2nd story) 9/28/2021
1205 Peralta (conversion of garage) 10/12/2021
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with End of Appeal Period
1141 Addison – 2 story addition 9-23-21
1339 Carleton – legalize ADU 10-5-2021
2521 College – legalize ADU 9-28-2021
2809 Fulton – remodel and addition over 14 ft 9-23-21
1530 Grizzly Peak – expand ADU with non-conforming setback 10-5-2021
2808 Ninth – demo existing single family dwelling and construct new 9-28-2021
840 Page – add floor area and balcony 9-28-2021
1443 San Pablo – establish off-sale service of beer and wine 9-28-21
1866 Thousand Oaks – new 2nd floor balcony 10-5-2021
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSESSIONS
October 19 – 1. Update Zero Waste Rates and Priorities, 2. Berkeley Police Department Hiring Practices (referred by Public Safety Committee), 3. Crime Report
December 7 – 1. Review and Update on City’s COVID-19 Response, 2. WETA/Ferry Service at the Marina, 3. Presentation by Bay Restoration Authority
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Alameda County LAFCO Presentation
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
September 12 - September 19, 2021
Worth Noting:
Summer is over and City Council returns from summer recess on Tuesday. Most commissions continue to be prohibited from meeting. As reported by Scott Ferris at the Parks and Waterfront Commission las Wednesday, the plan is for commissions to resume meeting in the new configuration/consolidation of commissions after the new year.
Monday the Agenda and Rules Policy Committee meets at 2:30 pm, the Youth Commission meets at 5 pm and the Police Accountability subcommittee meets at 7:30 pm.
Tuesday the City Council has a closed session at 4 pm and the Regular Council meeting at 6 pm with action items 35. Baseline Zoning Ordinance and 36. Objective Standards Recommendations for Density, Design and Shadows.
Wednesday the Human Welfare & Community Action Commission meets at 6:30 pm.
Thursday the Land Use, Housing & Economic Development Committee meets at 10:30 am on Councilmember Taplin’s proposal for an affordable housing overlay. The Design Review Committee, The Fair Campaign Practices Commission and the Transportation Commission all meet at 7 pm.
The full agendas for the council agenda committee and the regular city council meeting are posted at the end after the list of meetings by day of the week.
Sunday, September 12, 2021
Berkeley Equity Summit Series 5 – It’s Time to Empower Tenants at 7 pm
Register at https://bit.ly/3gvYQu9
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe9RuIsT0Xmlw-x1UN8w09TggvqOlhh5_2GSPsbGWBVQb7NiQ/viewform
Monday, September 13, 2021
Agenda and Rules Committee at 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85429927302
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 854 2992 7302
AGENDA: Public comment on agenda items 1 – 7, 2. Review and Approve Draft Agenda for 9-28-2021 Council meeting – (proposed agenda follows list of city meetings or use meeting link), 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournments in memory, SCHEDULING: 5. Worksessions Schedule, 6. Referrals for Scheduling (kitchen exhaust hood ventilation, Surveillance Technology Report, Berkeley Street Maintenance and Rehabilitation Policy), 7. Land Use Calendar, REFERRED ITEMS FOR REVIEW: 8. Impact COVID-19 on meetings, 9. Return to In-person meetings, UNSCHEDULED ITEMS: 10. Strengthening and Supporting Commissions
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
Police Accountability Board subcommittee at 7:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82281228507
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 822 8122 8507
AGENDA: 4. a. Develop plan for producing permanent Regulations for handling complaints against members of Police Dept, b. Begin reviewing and writing regulations.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/ContentDisplay.aspx?id=162752
Youth Commission at 5 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85925075321
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 859 2507 5321 Passcode: 621930
AGENDA: 10. Recognition of indigenous history of the land under Berkeley, 11. Approval of letter for School Board Regarding Youth Vaccine Mandate, 13. Reimagining Public Safety Task Force.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Youth_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Tuesday, September 14, 2021
City Council Closed Session at 4 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89434002712
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 894 3400 2712
AGENDA: 1. Pending Litigation WCAB Case Numbers: ADJ13215643, 2. Conference with Labor Negotiators, Employee Organizations: IBEW, Local 1245, SEIU 1021 Community Services and Part-Time Recreation Activity Leaders, Berkeley Fire Fighters Assoc Local 1227, Berkeley Police Association, SEIU Local 1021 Maintenance and Clerical Chapters, Berkeley Fire Fighters Local 1227, I.A.F.F./Berkeley Chief Fire Officers Assoc, Public Emplees Union Local 1, Unrepresented Employees.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
City Council Regular Meeting at 6 pm,
Email: [email protected]
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84315527586
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 843 1552 7586
AGENDA: agenda follows list of city meetings or use meeting link toreview agenda
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Wednesday, September 15, 2021
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board Outreach Committee at 5 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87002886857?pwd=cHpCYzZMbjJvam1TMTl4Y2hVYytYQT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 870 0288 6857 Passcode: 493431
AGENDA: 5. Tenant Survey, 6. Website Redesign, 7. Fair Chance Ordinance Status, 8. Eviction/COVID-19 Relief.
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Human Welfare & Community Action Commission at 6:30 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/4863098496
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 486 309 8496
AGENDA: 5. 2022 Community Services Block Grant (CSBG), 6. Review of Berkeley Free Clinic program and financial reports, 7. Presentation from Youth ALIVE, 8. Rent Relief Program, 9. Improvements to HWCAC, 10. HWCAC Priorities, 11. How Community Agency Complaints are addressed, 12. 24-hour emergency homeless shelter at 742 Grayson, 13. Pathways, 14. Easy Does It, 15. Homelessness in Berkeley, 16. Air Quality.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Human_Welfare_and_Community_Action_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Thursday, September 16, 2021
City Council Land Use, Housing & Economic Development Committee at 10:30 am,
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81800472998
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 818 0047 2998
AGENDA: 2. Taplin co-sponsors Bartlett, Robinson – Affordable Housing Overlay (written March 9, 2021) table created 3-18-2021 comparing the Taplin overlay to Cambridge, MA affordable housing overlay https://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com/issue/2021-03-14/article/49067?headline=Affordable-Housing-Overlays-Cambridge-vs.-Berkeley--Kelly-Hammargren
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Land_Use,_Housing___Economic_Development.aspx
Design Review Committee at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81724336296
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 817 2433 6296
AGENDA: IV. 1. 2650 Telegraph @ Derby – Final Design Review – demolish 1-story existing commercial building, construct 5-story mixed-use building with 45 units (including 4 very low-income units).
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/designreview/
Fair Campaign Practices Commission (FCPC) and Open Government Commission (OGC) at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84423295185
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 844 2329 5185
AGENDA: 6. Proposed Amendments to Berkeley Election Reform Act (BERA) and FCPC Regulations for 2022 Election Cycle, 7. Council action on prohibition or regulation of officeholder accounts, 9. Council consideration of OGC recommendation regarding public participation in meetings held via videoconference.
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/FCPC/
Transportation Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81180579783
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 811 8057 9783
AGENDA: B. 2. Southside Complete Streets, 3. Transportation and Infrastructure Commission, 4. BerkDOT.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Transportation_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Friday September 17 & Saturday, September 18 & Sunday, September 19
No City meetings or events found
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Agenda and Rules Committee at 2:30 pm, Monday September 13
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85429927302
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 854 2992 7302
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
RECESS ITEM: Contract $175,900 with CA Constructores for Construction of Pedestrian Improvements at California & Dwight, CONSENT: 2. Contract add $120,000 total $321,900 with QuickCaption, Inc. for closed captioning, 3. Accept grant $10,525 from William and Flora Hewlett Foundation to protect affordable spaces for the arts, 4. Formal Bid Solicitations, 5. Contract $1,974,457 with Genasys for Citywide Warning System, 6. Contract add $100,000 total $300,000 and extend to 6-30-2024 with BOSS for services, 7. Contract $150,000 7-1-2021 – 6-30-2024 with Berkeley Free Clinic for Laboratory Services, 8. MOU $491,933 with Alameda County Behavioral Health Care for Mental Health Wellness Center, 9. Donation $3400 for Memorial Bench (Nancy Park) at Cesar Chavez Park, 10. Donation $3400 for Memorial Bench (Michael, Anna and John Wyman) at Greg Brown Park, 11. Donation $3400 for Memorial Bench (Dixie Lewis) at Jane Hammond Softball Field at Corodonices Park, 12. Donation $3400 (Shay M. Finnegan) at Shorebird Park at Berkeley Marina, 13. Exclusive Negotiating Agreement with Innovation Properties Group for 199 Seawall Drive, 14. Contract add $125,000 total $425,00 and extend 12-31-2023 with Ben Noble, City and Regional Planning for Zoning Ordinance Revision Project, 15. Contract $2,900,000 FY 2022 – 2026 with Bruce’s Tire, Inc for new tires for city-owned vehicles and equipment, 16. From Disaster and Fire Safety Commission recommends all Berkeley Fire Dept overtime be properly coded to assist in determining what is eligible for Measure GG funding, 17. Appointment of Tommy Escarega to Mental Health Commission, ACTION: 18. ZAB appeal 2943 Pine, 19. Response to Short Term referral for amendments to ADU ordinance to address Public Safety Concerns, 20. Resolution and Ordinance for Shared Electric Micromobility Permit Program, 21. Bartlett co-sponsors Arreguin, Taplin – Refer to staff to work with the Ashby Recreation and Community Housing (ARCH) Consortium to develop planning grant for Ashby BART East Parking Lot, 22. Approval of Interim Regulations for the Police Accountability Board and Office of Director for Handling Complaints Against Sworn Officers, 23. Kesarwani – Referral to City Manager to establish procedure for enhanced review of use permits in manufacturing zone for industrial facilities to ensure public health and environmental impacts are appropriately mitigated, if appropriate installation of 3rd party air quality monitoring devices, 24. Taplin – Amend BMC 14.56.070 for 3-ton Commercial Truck Weight Limit on Berkeley’s Bicycle BLVD and At-Risk West Berkeley Residential streets (Ninth between Dwight and Heinz, Addison, Allston, Bancroft, Channing, & Dwight between San Pablo and 6th, Camelia between 8th and 9th, 8th between Jackson and 9th, Virginia between Sacrament and MLK and Shattuck and Euclid, Channing between MLK and Piedmont, Heinz between 9th and San Pablo, Russell between San Pablo and Shattuck and Telegraph and Claremont, California between Hopkins and University and Dwight and Russell and Stanford, Milvia from Dwight to Russell, Bowditch from Bancroft to Dwight, Hillegass from Dwight to Woolsey, 25. Taplin - Native and Drought Resistant Plants and Landscaping Ordinance Referral to City Manager amending BMC to require that plant materials be (1) native to Berkeley and Northern California and (2) resistant to drought conditions and shall be used exclusively in designing, planting, maintaining and managing landscape features of all City roadsides, parks, public area and other City properties and facilities, 26. Taplin & Arreguin - Resolution in Support of Afghan Refugees, 27. Wengraf – Resolution Renewing and Re-affirming Wildlife Prevention and Safety, 28. Wengraf – amend BMC 14.56.040 to reduce commercial vehicle weight limit from 4 tons to 3 tons, INFORMATION: 29. Sanctuary City Contracting Compliance for FY 2020, 30. Auditor - Financial First Aid Kit: A Guide to Emergency Financial Preparedness for Berkeley Residents.
City Council Meeting at 6 pm Agenda for September 14
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84315527586
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
RECESS ITEMS: 1. Contract $700,000 7/1/2021 – 6/30/2023 with Berkeley Convention and Visitor’s Bureau (downtown business association) to support tourism, 2. Contract add $245,000 total $637,778 thru 6/30/2022 with BUSD for Mental Health Services, 3. Revenue Grant Contract: FY 2021-22 Alcoholic Beverage Control Grant, 4. Contract $1,038,103 (includes 10% contingency) with ERA Construction for 1322 Glendale Ave. Retaining Wall Project, 5. Contracts total $350,000 with TBWBH Props and Measures - $175,000 and V.W. Housen & Assoc. - $175,000 for Vision 2050 Implementation Services, 6. Contract $220,000 9/1/2021-5/31/2023 for Recreation Online Registration Payment Processing, CONSENT CALENDAR: 7. Resolution Reviewing and Ratifying COVID-19 Local Emergency, 8. Establish 2022 Council Meeting Schedule, 9. Minutes, 10. Contract add $9,812 total $116,966 thru 9/14/2022 with Paw Fund for Spay and Neuter Services, 11. Adopt a Resolution Authorizing MuniServices, LLC to examine the local sales or transactions and use tax records on behalf of the CoB (City of Berkeley). 12. Formal Bid solicitations, 13. Amendments to BMC 19.44.020 Housing Advisory Commission oversight of Measure O bond-funded housing initiatives, 14. Amend Contract add $34,736 total $137,914 and extend thru 6/30/2021, 15. Mental Health Services Act FY 2021-2022 Annual Update, 16. Revenue Contract $26,035,194 Dept of Health, 7/1/2021-6/30/2024, 17. Revenue Contract $235,572 FY 2022 Aging Services Programs, 18. Classification and Salary Range: Communications Specialist with hourly range $47.33 - $56.18, 19. Amend Contract add $40,000 total $194,285 from 3/16/2015 – 12/30/2021 with Government Finance Officers Assoc for business processes review services, 20. Amend Contract add $19,250 total $121,275 from 12/13/2020 – 6/30/2022 with RevolutionCyber, LLC for professional services for implementation of City’s Data Safety Program, 21. Amend Contract add $250,000 total $1,190,000 and extend term to 12/24/2023 with West Coast Arborist for Tree Removal and Pruning Service, 22. Contract add $900,000 total $2,600,000 with ELS Architecture and Urban Design for on-call architectural services, 23. Contract add $300,000 total $800,000 and extend to 5/28/2023 with Bay Area Tree Specialists for as-needed tree services, 24. Contract add $300,000 total $500,000 extend term to 5/28/2023 with West Coast Arborists, Inc, for as-needed tree services, 25. Contact add $1,400,000 total $8,844,000 extend to 6/30/2022 with Diesel Direct West, Inc for fuel for City Vehicles and Equipment, 26. Transfer two property parcels to Sate of California for Ashby-San Pablo Intersection Improvements Project, 27. Energy Commission - Recommendation for Fleet Electrification Policy and Financing, 28. Letter of Support for SB-459 Political Reform Act of 1974: Lobbying, 29. Recommendation to retain current structure of Zero Waste Commission, 30. Arreguin – 2022 UC Berkeley Chicanx Latinx Legacy Event, Mayor’s discretionary funds $1000, 31. Arreguin – Annual Appropriations Ordinance (AAO) Referral: Supply Bank $25,000 for services providing essential school supplies for Berkeley families, 32. Arreguin - Expansion of Berkeley Fair Elections Program, 33. Kesarwani, co-sponsor Harrison – Support of Observance of August 20, International Day of the Victims of Enforced Disappearances in El Salvador, 34. Wengraf, Cosponsor Arreguin – Resolution Expressing Conceptual Support for an East Bay Wildfire Prevention and Vegetation Management Joint Powers Agency, ACTION ITEMS: 35. Adoption Baseline Zoning Ordinance (BZO – 522 pages), 36. Objective Standards Recommendations for Density, Design and Shadows from JSISHL, 37. Amend Berkeley Election Reform Act (BERA) relating to officeholder accounts, 38. Referral to Zero Waste and Energy Commission (or successor commission) to hole joint meetings to conduct community outreach and education events with regard to proposed ordinance regulating use of carryout and pre-checkout bags and make recommendations to FITES (Facilities, Infrastructure, Transportation Environment and Sustainability), 39. Open Government Commission recommendations to Council regarding teleconferenced meetings, INFORMATION REPORTS: 40. Implementation of CA SB 1383 Short-Lived Climate Pollutants, 41. Mental Health Services Center Renovation Project Wins American Public Works Assoc. (APWA) National Award, 42. Fair Campaign Practices Commission FY 2021-2022 Work Plan, Open Government Commission FY 2021-2022 Work Plan, 44. City Auditor Fiscal Year 2022 Audit Plan.
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
2943 Pine (construct a 2nd story) 9/28/2021
1205 Peralta (conversion of garage) 10/12/2021
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with End of Appeal Period
1141 Addison 9-23-21
256 Fairlawn 9-16-2021
2809 Fulton 9-23-21
2808 Ninth 9-28-2021
840 Page 9-28-2021
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSESSIONS
September 21 – 1. Housing Element (RHNA)
October 19 – 1. Update Zero Waste Rates and Priorities, 2. Berkeley Police Department Hiring Practices (referred by Public Safety Committee), 3. Crime Report
December 7 – 1. Review and Update on City’s COVID-19 Response, 2. WETA/Ferry Service at the Marina, 3. Presentation by Bay Restoration Authority
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Alameda County LAFCO Presentation
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Worth Noting:
Summer is over and City Council returns from summer recess on Tuesday. Most commissions continue to be prohibited from meeting. As reported by Scott Ferris at the Parks and Waterfront Commission las Wednesday, the plan is for commissions to resume meeting in the new configuration/consolidation of commissions after the new year.
Monday the Agenda and Rules Policy Committee meets at 2:30 pm, the Youth Commission meets at 5 pm and the Police Accountability subcommittee meets at 7:30 pm.
Tuesday the City Council has a closed session at 4 pm and the Regular Council meeting at 6 pm with action items 35. Baseline Zoning Ordinance and 36. Objective Standards Recommendations for Density, Design and Shadows.
Wednesday the Human Welfare & Community Action Commission meets at 6:30 pm.
Thursday the Land Use, Housing & Economic Development Committee meets at 10:30 am on Councilmember Taplin’s proposal for an affordable housing overlay. The Design Review Committee, The Fair Campaign Practices Commission and the Transportation Commission all meet at 7 pm.
The full agendas for the council agenda committee and the regular city council meeting are posted at the end after the list of meetings by day of the week.
Sunday, September 12, 2021
Berkeley Equity Summit Series 5 – It’s Time to Empower Tenants at 7 pm
Register at https://bit.ly/3gvYQu9
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe9RuIsT0Xmlw-x1UN8w09TggvqOlhh5_2GSPsbGWBVQb7NiQ/viewform
Monday, September 13, 2021
Agenda and Rules Committee at 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85429927302
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 854 2992 7302
AGENDA: Public comment on agenda items 1 – 7, 2. Review and Approve Draft Agenda for 9-28-2021 Council meeting – (proposed agenda follows list of city meetings or use meeting link), 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournments in memory, SCHEDULING: 5. Worksessions Schedule, 6. Referrals for Scheduling (kitchen exhaust hood ventilation, Surveillance Technology Report, Berkeley Street Maintenance and Rehabilitation Policy), 7. Land Use Calendar, REFERRED ITEMS FOR REVIEW: 8. Impact COVID-19 on meetings, 9. Return to In-person meetings, UNSCHEDULED ITEMS: 10. Strengthening and Supporting Commissions
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
Police Accountability Board subcommittee at 7:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82281228507
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 822 8122 8507
AGENDA: 4. a. Develop plan for producing permanent Regulations for handling complaints against members of Police Dept, b. Begin reviewing and writing regulations.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/ContentDisplay.aspx?id=162752
Youth Commission at 5 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85925075321
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 859 2507 5321 Passcode: 621930
AGENDA: 10. Recognition of indigenous history of the land under Berkeley, 11. Approval of letter for School Board Regarding Youth Vaccine Mandate, 13. Reimagining Public Safety Task Force.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Youth_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Tuesday, September 14, 2021
City Council Closed Session at 4 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89434002712
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 894 3400 2712
AGENDA: 1. Pending Litigation WCAB Case Numbers: ADJ13215643, 2. Conference with Labor Negotiators, Employee Organizations: IBEW, Local 1245, SEIU 1021 Community Services and Part-Time Recreation Activity Leaders, Berkeley Fire Fighters Assoc Local 1227, Berkeley Police Association, SEIU Local 1021 Maintenance and Clerical Chapters, Berkeley Fire Fighters Local 1227, I.A.F.F./Berkeley Chief Fire Officers Assoc, Public Emplees Union Local 1, Unrepresented Employees.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
City Council Regular Meeting at 6 pm,
Email: [email protected]
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84315527586
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 843 1552 7586
AGENDA: agenda follows list of city meetings or use meeting link toreview agenda
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Wednesday, September 15, 2021
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board Outreach Committee at 5 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87002886857?pwd=cHpCYzZMbjJvam1TMTl4Y2hVYytYQT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 870 0288 6857 Passcode: 493431
AGENDA: 5. Tenant Survey, 6. Website Redesign, 7. Fair Chance Ordinance Status, 8. Eviction/COVID-19 Relief.
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Human Welfare & Community Action Commission at 6:30 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/4863098496
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 486 309 8496
AGENDA: 5. 2022 Community Services Block Grant (CSBG), 6. Review of Berkeley Free Clinic program and financial reports, 7. Presentation from Youth ALIVE, 8. Rent Relief Program, 9. Improvements to HWCAC, 10. HWCAC Priorities, 11. How Community Agency Complaints are addressed, 12. 24-hour emergency homeless shelter at 742 Grayson, 13. Pathways, 14. Easy Does It, 15. Homelessness in Berkeley, 16. Air Quality.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Human_Welfare_and_Community_Action_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Thursday, September 16, 2021
City Council Land Use, Housing & Economic Development Committee at 10:30 am,
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81800472998
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 818 0047 2998
AGENDA: 2. Taplin co-sponsors Bartlett, Robinson – Affordable Housing Overlay (written March 9, 2021) table created 3-18-2021 comparing the Taplin overlay to Cambridge, MA affordable housing overlay https://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com/issue/2021-03-14/article/49067?headline=Affordable-Housing-Overlays-Cambridge-vs.-Berkeley--Kelly-Hammargren
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Land_Use,_Housing___Economic_Development.aspx
Design Review Committee at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81724336296
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 817 2433 6296
AGENDA: IV. 1. 2650 Telegraph @ Derby – Final Design Review – demolish 1-story existing commercial building, construct 5-story mixed-use building with 45 units (including 4 very low-income units).
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/designreview/
Fair Campaign Practices Commission (FCPC) and Open Government Commission (OGC) at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84423295185
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 844 2329 5185
AGENDA: 6. Proposed Amendments to Berkeley Election Reform Act (BERA) and FCPC Regulations for 2022 Election Cycle, 7. Council action on prohibition or regulation of officeholder accounts, 9. Council consideration of OGC recommendation regarding public participation in meetings held via videoconference.
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/FCPC/
Transportation Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81180579783
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 811 8057 9783
AGENDA: B. 2. Southside Complete Streets, 3. Transportation and Infrastructure Commission, 4. BerkDOT.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Transportation_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Friday September 17 & Saturday, September 18 & Sunday, September 19
No City meetings or events found
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Agenda and Rules Committee at 2:30 pm, Monday September 13
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85429927302
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 854 2992 7302
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
RECESS ITEM: Contract $175,900 with CA Constructores for Construction of Pedestrian Improvements at California & Dwight, CONSENT: 2. Contract add $120,000 total $321,900 with QuickCaption, Inc. for closed captioning, 3. Accept grant $10,525 from William and Flora Hewlett Foundation to protect affordable spaces for the arts, 4. Formal Bid Solicitations, 5. Contract $1,974,457 with Genasys for Citywide Warning System, 6. Contract add $100,000 total $300,000 and extend to 6-30-2024 with BOSS for services, 7. Contract $150,000 7-1-2021 – 6-30-2024 with Berkeley Free Clinic for Laboratory Services, 8. MOU $491,933 with Alameda County Behavioral Health Care for Mental Health Wellness Center, 9. Donation $3400 for Memorial Bench (Nancy Park) at Cesar Chavez Park, 10. Donation $3400 for Memorial Bench (Michael, Anna and John Wyman) at Greg Brown Park, 11. Donation $3400 for Memorial Bench (Dixie Lewis) at Jane Hammond Softball Field at Corodonices Park, 12. Donation $3400 (Shay M. Finnegan) at Shorebird Park at Berkeley Marina, 13. Exclusive Negotiating Agreement with Innovation Properties Group for 199 Seawall Drive, 14. Contract add $125,000 total $425,00 and extend 12-31-2023 with Ben Noble, City and Regional Planning for Zoning Ordinance Revision Project, 15. Contract $2,900,000 FY 2022 – 2026 with Bruce’s Tire, Inc for new tires for city-owned vehicles and equipment, 16. From Disaster and Fire Safety Commission recommends all Berkeley Fire Dept overtime be properly coded to assist in determining what is eligible for Measure GG funding, 17. Appointment of Tommy Escarega to Mental Health Commission, ACTION: 18. ZAB appeal 2943 Pine, 19. Response to Short Term referral for amendments to ADU ordinance to address Public Safety Concerns, 20. Resolution and Ordinance for Shared Electric Micromobility Permit Program, 21. Bartlett co-sponsors Arreguin, Taplin – Refer to staff to work with the Ashby Recreation and Community Housing (ARCH) Consortium to develop planning grant for Ashby BART East Parking Lot, 22. Approval of Interim Regulations for the Police Accountability Board and Office of Director for Handling Complaints Against Sworn Officers, 23. Kesarwani – Referral to City Manager to establish procedure for enhanced review of use permits in manufacturing zone for industrial facilities to ensure public health and environmental impacts are appropriately mitigated, if appropriate installation of 3rd party air quality monitoring devices, 24. Taplin – Amend BMC 14.56.070 for 3-ton Commercial Truck Weight Limit on Berkeley’s Bicycle BLVD and At-Risk West Berkeley Residential streets (Ninth between Dwight and Heinz, Addison, Allston, Bancroft, Channing, & Dwight between San Pablo and 6th, Camelia between 8th and 9th, 8th between Jackson and 9th, Virginia between Sacrament and MLK and Shattuck and Euclid, Channing between MLK and Piedmont, Heinz between 9th and San Pablo, Russell between San Pablo and Shattuck and Telegraph and Claremont, California between Hopkins and University and Dwight and Russell and Stanford, Milvia from Dwight to Russell, Bowditch from Bancroft to Dwight, Hillegass from Dwight to Woolsey, 25. Taplin - Native and Drought Resistant Plants and Landscaping Ordinance Referral to City Manager amending BMC to require that plant materials be (1) native to Berkeley and Northern California and (2) resistant to drought conditions and shall be used exclusively in designing, planting, maintaining and managing landscape features of all City roadsides, parks, public area and other City properties and facilities, 26. Taplin & Arreguin - Resolution in Support of Afghan Refugees, 27. Wengraf – Resolution Renewing and Re-affirming Wildlife Prevention and Safety, 28. Wengraf – amend BMC 14.56.040 to reduce commercial vehicle weight limit from 4 tons to 3 tons, INFORMATION: 29. Sanctuary City Contracting Compliance for FY 2020, 30. Auditor - Financial First Aid Kit: A Guide to Emergency Financial Preparedness for Berkeley Residents.
City Council Meeting at 6 pm Agenda for September 14
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84315527586
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
RECESS ITEMS: 1. Contract $700,000 7/1/2021 – 6/30/2023 with Berkeley Convention and Visitor’s Bureau (downtown business association) to support tourism, 2. Contract add $245,000 total $637,778 thru 6/30/2022 with BUSD for Mental Health Services, 3. Revenue Grant Contract: FY 2021-22 Alcoholic Beverage Control Grant, 4. Contract $1,038,103 (includes 10% contingency) with ERA Construction for 1322 Glendale Ave. Retaining Wall Project, 5. Contracts total $350,000 with TBWBH Props and Measures - $175,000 and V.W. Housen & Assoc. - $175,000 for Vision 2050 Implementation Services, 6. Contract $220,000 9/1/2021-5/31/2023 for Recreation Online Registration Payment Processing, CONSENT CALENDAR: 7. Resolution Reviewing and Ratifying COVID-19 Local Emergency, 8. Establish 2022 Council Meeting Schedule, 9. Minutes, 10. Contract add $9,812 total $116,966 thru 9/14/2022 with Paw Fund for Spay and Neuter Services, 11. Adopt a Resolution Authorizing MuniServices, LLC to examine the local sales or transactions and use tax records on behalf of the CoB (City of Berkeley). 12. Formal Bid solicitations, 13. Amendments to BMC 19.44.020 Housing Advisory Commission oversight of Measure O bond-funded housing initiatives, 14. Amend Contract add $34,736 total $137,914 and extend thru 6/30/2021, 15. Mental Health Services Act FY 2021-2022 Annual Update, 16. Revenue Contract $26,035,194 Dept of Health, 7/1/2021-6/30/2024, 17. Revenue Contract $235,572 FY 2022 Aging Services Programs, 18. Classification and Salary Range: Communications Specialist with hourly range $47.33 - $56.18, 19. Amend Contract add $40,000 total $194,285 from 3/16/2015 – 12/30/2021 with Government Finance Officers Assoc for business processes review services, 20. Amend Contract add $19,250 total $121,275 from 12/13/2020 – 6/30/2022 with RevolutionCyber, LLC for professional services for implementation of City’s Data Safety Program, 21. Amend Contract add $250,000 total $1,190,000 and extend term to 12/24/2023 with West Coast Arborist for Tree Removal and Pruning Service, 22. Contract add $900,000 total $2,600,000 with ELS Architecture and Urban Design for on-call architectural services, 23. Contract add $300,000 total $800,000 and extend to 5/28/2023 with Bay Area Tree Specialists for as-needed tree services, 24. Contract add $300,000 total $500,000 extend term to 5/28/2023 with West Coast Arborists, Inc, for as-needed tree services, 25. Contact add $1,400,000 total $8,844,000 extend to 6/30/2022 with Diesel Direct West, Inc for fuel for City Vehicles and Equipment, 26. Transfer two property parcels to Sate of California for Ashby-San Pablo Intersection Improvements Project, 27. Energy Commission - Recommendation for Fleet Electrification Policy and Financing, 28. Letter of Support for SB-459 Political Reform Act of 1974: Lobbying, 29. Recommendation to retain current structure of Zero Waste Commission, 30. Arreguin – 2022 UC Berkeley Chicanx Latinx Legacy Event, Mayor’s discretionary funds $1000, 31. Arreguin – Annual Appropriations Ordinance (AAO) Referral: Supply Bank $25,000 for services providing essential school supplies for Berkeley families, 32. Arreguin - Expansion of Berkeley Fair Elections Program, 33. Kesarwani, co-sponsor Harrison – Support of Observance of August 20, International Day of the Victims of Enforced Disappearances in El Salvador, 34. Wengraf, Cosponsor Arreguin – Resolution Expressing Conceptual Support for an East Bay Wildfire Prevention and Vegetation Management Joint Powers Agency, ACTION ITEMS: 35. Adoption Baseline Zoning Ordinance (BZO – 522 pages), 36. Objective Standards Recommendations for Density, Design and Shadows from JSISHL, 37. Amend Berkeley Election Reform Act (BERA) relating to officeholder accounts, 38. Referral to Zero Waste and Energy Commission (or successor commission) to hole joint meetings to conduct community outreach and education events with regard to proposed ordinance regulating use of carryout and pre-checkout bags and make recommendations to FITES (Facilities, Infrastructure, Transportation Environment and Sustainability), 39. Open Government Commission recommendations to Council regarding teleconferenced meetings, INFORMATION REPORTS: 40. Implementation of CA SB 1383 Short-Lived Climate Pollutants, 41. Mental Health Services Center Renovation Project Wins American Public Works Assoc. (APWA) National Award, 42. Fair Campaign Practices Commission FY 2021-2022 Work Plan, Open Government Commission FY 2021-2022 Work Plan, 44. City Auditor Fiscal Year 2022 Audit Plan.
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
2943 Pine (construct a 2nd story) 9/28/2021
1205 Peralta (conversion of garage) 10/12/2021
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with End of Appeal Period
1141 Addison 9-23-21
256 Fairlawn 9-16-2021
2809 Fulton 9-23-21
2808 Ninth 9-28-2021
840 Page 9-28-2021
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSESSIONS
September 21 – 1. Housing Element (RHNA)
October 19 – 1. Update Zero Waste Rates and Priorities, 2. Berkeley Police Department Hiring Practices (referred by Public Safety Committee), 3. Crime Report
December 7 – 1. Review and Update on City’s COVID-19 Response, 2. WETA/Ferry Service at the Marina, 3. Presentation by Bay Restoration Authority
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Alameda County LAFCO Presentation
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
September 5 - September 12, 2021
Worth Noting:
The agenda for the September 14th Council meeting, the first meeting after summer recess is available for review and comment and follows the list of meetings. DO NOT wait until the last minute to review item 35 in the Council agenda the Baseline Zoning Ordinance. The Baseline Zoning Ordinance is 522 pages. Item 36. is the Objective Standards Recommendations for Density, Design and Shadows (24 pages).
Wednesday the Redistricting Commission meets at 6 pm and the Homeless Commission, The Parks and Waterfront Commission and the Police Accountability Board all meet at 7 pm.
Thursday the Reimagining Public Safety Task Force meets at 6 pm and the Zoning Adjustment Board meets at 7 pm.
Friday evening at 7:30 pm is the City sponsored free showing of the movie Soul at Grove Park.
Saturday morning at 10 am is the Berkeley Neighborhoods monthly meeting.
Sunday, September 5, 2021 - No City meetings or events found
Monday, September 6, 2021 – Labor Day Holiday
Tuesday, September 7, 2021 - No City meetings or events found
Wednesday, September 8, 2021
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board IRA/AGA/Registration Committee at 5 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83501124799?pwd=MkNoOVF6aCtDY1kza2ZaZk1oOHY3UT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 835 0112 4799 Passcode: 856421
AGENDA: Discussion and possible action: 5. Consider recommending that full Board support the Mayor’s proposal to expand the Berkeley Fair Elections Program to include the Rent Board Commissioners, 6. Adopt Resolution 21-xx allowing landlords to use Regulation 1017 to provide temporary, below-market rental housing in Berkeley to disaster victim displaced by wildfires throughout CA and to refugees displaced by political unrest in Afghanistan.
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Commission on Labor Subcommittee Fair Work Week at 7 – 9 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89789659700
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 897 8965 9700
AGENDA: 3. Fair Work Week policy recommendations.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Labor_Homepage.aspx
Homeless Commission at 7 – 9 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/96645301465
Teleconference: Meeting ID:
AGENDA: 6. Presentation Women’s Daytime Drop-In Center on new system of transitioning placement of family homelessness, 7. Presentation from Neighborhood Services in City Manager’s office on sidewalk ordinance RV ordinance, disposition of persons displaced from the freeway encampments and other encampments following notice, plans in process for alternative shelter and housing placement, 8. Statistics on COVID vaccination and testing of persons experiencing homelessness, sheltered and unsheltered and vaccine outreach, 9. Report on COVID positive cases, 10. HMIS data.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Homeless_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Independent Redistricting Commission (IRC) at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84128414815
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 841 2841 4815
AGENDA: 2. Public Submission Process Packet, 3. Adoption of IRC Slogan, 4. Discussion of possible change to April 1, 2022 deadline, 5. Review of COI forms, 6. Review of Paper Map for Public Submissions.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/redistricting/
Parks and Waterfront Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/96974512296
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 969 7451 2296
AGENDA: 8. Update Caldor Fire / Echo Lake Camp, 9. Commission Consolidation, 10. Potential projects for bond measure 2050, 11. Update Pier-Ferry and BMASP projects, 12. Presentation pollinator gardens.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Parks_and_Waterfront_Commission.aspx
Police Accountability Board at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82237902987
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 822 3790 2987
AGENDA: 3. Public Comment, 6. Director Report, 7. Police Chief Report, 8. Subcommittee Report on Fair and Impartial Policing, 9. Interim Regulations for handling complaints against sworn officers, City Attorney regarding lawful changes to hearing process to correct imbalances, 10. Presentations from Human resources and City Attorney regarding meet-and-confer process with labor unions, training, permanent Standing Rules for Board’s Conduct of business.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/ContentDisplay.aspx?id=162752
Thursday, September 9, 2021
Zoning Adjustment Board at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86366341836
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 863 6634 1836
AGENDA: 2. 2521 College – on consent – modify use permit increase from allowing 8 to 13 occupants in 2368 sq ft building and to legalize 223 sq ft accessory building on 4570 sq ft residential parcel,
3. 1443 San Pablo – on consent – add alcoholic beverage retail sale of beer and wine for off-site consumption,
4. 1151 Grizzly Peak – staff recommend approve – legalize two accessory buildings in rear yard of single family dwelling,
5. 2956 Hillegass – staff recommend approve – add 170 sq ft 3rd floor balcony at rear of existing 3-story 2834 sq ft single family dwelling on 2754 sq ft lot
6. Housing Element Update
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
Reimagining Public Safety Task Force at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81983354907
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 819 8335 4907
AGENDA: 2. Public comment, Subcommittee Reports: Policing, Budget & Alternatives to Policing, Community Engagement, Improve & Reinvest, Discussion/Action: Copwatch Presentation, Calls for Service Presentation, Alternative Responses Draft Report.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/RIPST.aspx
Friday, September 10, 2021
Reduced Service Day
Elmwood Business Improvement District Advisory Board at 9 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83697916967
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 836 9791 6967
AGENDA: V. Annual report, VIII. Secretary’s Report – Street vendor ordinance update, shoplets, southern Elmwood & Claremont outreach, IX. goBerkeley Smartspace parking program.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/designreview/
Outdoor movie at Grove Park: Soul at 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Show starts at 7:30 pm. Film will be shown on large portable inflatable movie screen with premium audio visual. Bring blankets, sleeping bags and/or low back beach chairs with maximum height of 9” off ground, this is an alcohol free event.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=17439
Saturday, September 11, 2021
Berkeley Neighborhoods Council (BNC) at 10 am
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81162749619?pwd=ZEQ4SEpINWxFM3B1VFdnUE1lSW1aQT09
Teleconference: 1-253 215 8782 Meeting ID: 811 6274 9619 Passcode: 756976
AGENDA: check later in week for agenda
https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/
Sunday, September 12, 2021
No City meetings or events found
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Agenda for September 14 City Council meeting:
RECESS ITEMS: 1. Contract $700,000 7/1/2021 – 6/30/2023 with Berkeley Convention and Visitor’s Bureau (downtown business association) to support tourism, 2. Contract add $245,000 total $637,778 thru 6/30/2022 with BUSD for Mental Health Services, 3. Revenue Grant Contract: FY 2021-22 Alcoholic Beverage Control Grant, 4. Contract $1,038,103 (includes 10% contingency) with ERA Construction for 1322 Glendale Ave. Retaining Wall Project, 5. Contracts total $350,000 with TBWBH Props and Measures - $175,000 and V.W. Housen & Assoc. - $175,000 for Vision 2050 Implementation Services, 6. Contract $220,000 9/1/2021-5/31/2023 for Recreation Online Registration Payment Processing, CONSENT CALENDAR: 7. Resolution Reviewing and Ratifying COVID-19 Local Emergency, 8. Establish 2022 Council Meeting Schedule, 9. Minutes, 10. Contract add $9,812 total $116,966 thru 9/14/2022 with Paw Fund for Spay and Neuter Services, 11. Adopt a Resolution Authorizing MuniServices, LLC to examine the local sales or transactions and use tax records on behalf of the CoB (City of Berkeley). 12. Formal Bid solicitations, 13. Amendments to BMC 19.44.020 Housing Advisory Commission oversight of Measure O bond-funded housing initiatives, 14. Amend Contract add $34,736 total $137,914 and extend thru 6/30/2021, 15. Mental Health Services Act FY 2021-2022 Annual Update, 16. Revenue Contract $26,035,194 Dept of Health, 7/1/2021-6/30/2024, 17. Revenue Contract $235,572 FY 2022 Aging Services Programs, 18. Classification and Salary Range: Communications Specialist with hourly range $47.33 - $56.18, 19. Amend Contract add $40,000 total $194,285 from 3/16/2015 – 12/30/2021 with Government Finance Officers Assoc for business processes review services, 20. Amend Contract add $19,250 total $121,275 from 12/13/2020 – 6/30/2022 with RevolutionCyber, LLC for professional services for implementation of City’s Data Safety Program, 21. Amend Contract add $250,000 total $1,190,000 and extend term to 12/24/2023 with West Coast Arborist for Tree Removal and Pruning Service, 22. Contract add $900,000 total $2,600,000 with ELS Architecture and Urban Design for on-call architectural services, 23. Contract add $300,000 total $800,000 and extend to 5/28/2023 with Bay Area Tree Specialists for as-needed tree services, 24. Contract add $300,000 total $500,000 extend term to 5/28/2023 with West Coast Arborists, Inc, for as-needed tree services, 25. Contact add $1,400,000 total $8,844,000 extend to 6/30/2022 with Diesel Direct West, Inc for fuel for City Vehicles and Equipment, 26. Transfer two property parcels to Sate of California for Ashby-San Pablo Intersection Improvements Project, 27. Energy Commission - Recommendation for Fleet Electrification Policy and Financing, 28. Letter of Support for SB-459 Political Reform Act of 1974: Lobbying, 29. Recommendation to retain current structure of Zero Waste Commission, 30. Arreguin – 2022 UC Berkeley Chicanx Latinx Legacy Event, Mayor’s discretionary funds $1000, 31. Arreguin – Annual Appropriations Ordinance (AAO) Referral: Supply Bank $25,000 for services providing essential school supplies for Berkeley families, 32. Arreguin - Expansion of Berkeley Fair Elections Program, 33. Kesarwani, co-sponsor Harrison – Support of Observance of August 20, International Day of the Victims of Enforced Disappearances in El Salvador, 34. Wengraf, Cosponsor Arreguin – Resolution Expressing Conceptual Support for an East Bay Wildfire Prevention and Vegetation Management Joint Powers Agency, ACTION ITEMS: 35. Adoption Baseline Zoning Ordinance (BZO – 522 pages), 36. Objective Standards Recommendations for Density, Design and Shadows from JSISHL, 37. Amend Berkeley Election Reform Act (BERA) relating to officeholder accounts, 38. Referral to Zero Waste and Energy Commission (or successor commission) to hole joint meetings to conduct community outreach and education events with regard to proposed ordinance regulating use of carryout and pre-checkout bags and make recommendations to FITES (Facilities, Infrastructure, Transportation Environment and Sustainability), 39. Open Government Commission recommendations to Council regarding teleconferenced meetings, INFORMATION REPORTS: 40. Implementation of CA SB 1383 Short-Lived Climate Pollutants, 41. Mental Health Services Center Renovation Project Wins American Public Works Assoc. (APWA) National Award, 42. Fair Campaign Practices Commission FY 2021-2022 Work Plan, Open Government Commission FY 2021-2022 Work Plan, 44. City Auditor Fiscal Year 2022 Audit Plan.
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
2943 Pine (construct a 2nd story) 9/28/2021
1205 Peralta (conversion of garage) 10/12/2021
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with End of Appeal Period
2804 Acton 9-6-2021
1141 Addison 9-23-21
256 Fairlawn 9-16-2021
2809 Fulton 9-23-21
1556 Sacramento 9-6-2021
1241 Talbot 9-9-2021
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSESSIONS
September 21 – 1. Housing Element (RHNA)
October 19 – 1. Update Zero Waste Rates and Priorities, 2. Berkeley Police Department Hiring Practices (referred by Public Safety Committee), 3. Crime Report
December 7 – 1. Review and Update on City’s COVID-19 Response, 2. WETA/Ferry Service at the Marina, 3. Presentation by Bay Restoration Authority
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
StopWaste Presentation on SB 1383 (September 14 after ceremonial items)
Alameda County LAFCO Presentation
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Worth Noting:
The agenda for the September 14th Council meeting, the first meeting after summer recess is available for review and comment and follows the list of meetings. DO NOT wait until the last minute to review item 35 in the Council agenda the Baseline Zoning Ordinance. The Baseline Zoning Ordinance is 522 pages. Item 36. is the Objective Standards Recommendations for Density, Design and Shadows (24 pages).
Wednesday the Redistricting Commission meets at 6 pm and the Homeless Commission, The Parks and Waterfront Commission and the Police Accountability Board all meet at 7 pm.
Thursday the Reimagining Public Safety Task Force meets at 6 pm and the Zoning Adjustment Board meets at 7 pm.
Friday evening at 7:30 pm is the City sponsored free showing of the movie Soul at Grove Park.
Saturday morning at 10 am is the Berkeley Neighborhoods monthly meeting.
Sunday, September 5, 2021 - No City meetings or events found
Monday, September 6, 2021 – Labor Day Holiday
Tuesday, September 7, 2021 - No City meetings or events found
Wednesday, September 8, 2021
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board IRA/AGA/Registration Committee at 5 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83501124799?pwd=MkNoOVF6aCtDY1kza2ZaZk1oOHY3UT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 835 0112 4799 Passcode: 856421
AGENDA: Discussion and possible action: 5. Consider recommending that full Board support the Mayor’s proposal to expand the Berkeley Fair Elections Program to include the Rent Board Commissioners, 6. Adopt Resolution 21-xx allowing landlords to use Regulation 1017 to provide temporary, below-market rental housing in Berkeley to disaster victim displaced by wildfires throughout CA and to refugees displaced by political unrest in Afghanistan.
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Commission on Labor Subcommittee Fair Work Week at 7 – 9 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89789659700
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 897 8965 9700
AGENDA: 3. Fair Work Week policy recommendations.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Labor_Homepage.aspx
Homeless Commission at 7 – 9 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/96645301465
Teleconference: Meeting ID:
AGENDA: 6. Presentation Women’s Daytime Drop-In Center on new system of transitioning placement of family homelessness, 7. Presentation from Neighborhood Services in City Manager’s office on sidewalk ordinance RV ordinance, disposition of persons displaced from the freeway encampments and other encampments following notice, plans in process for alternative shelter and housing placement, 8. Statistics on COVID vaccination and testing of persons experiencing homelessness, sheltered and unsheltered and vaccine outreach, 9. Report on COVID positive cases, 10. HMIS data.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Homeless_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Independent Redistricting Commission (IRC) at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84128414815
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 841 2841 4815
AGENDA: 2. Public Submission Process Packet, 3. Adoption of IRC Slogan, 4. Discussion of possible change to April 1, 2022 deadline, 5. Review of COI forms, 6. Review of Paper Map for Public Submissions.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/redistricting/
Parks and Waterfront Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/96974512296
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 969 7451 2296
AGENDA: 8. Update Caldor Fire / Echo Lake Camp, 9. Commission Consolidation, 10. Potential projects for bond measure 2050, 11. Update Pier-Ferry and BMASP projects, 12. Presentation pollinator gardens.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Parks_and_Waterfront_Commission.aspx
Police Accountability Board at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82237902987
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 822 3790 2987
AGENDA: 3. Public Comment, 6. Director Report, 7. Police Chief Report, 8. Subcommittee Report on Fair and Impartial Policing, 9. Interim Regulations for handling complaints against sworn officers, City Attorney regarding lawful changes to hearing process to correct imbalances, 10. Presentations from Human resources and City Attorney regarding meet-and-confer process with labor unions, training, permanent Standing Rules for Board’s Conduct of business.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/ContentDisplay.aspx?id=162752
Thursday, September 9, 2021
Zoning Adjustment Board at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86366341836
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 863 6634 1836
AGENDA: 2. 2521 College – on consent – modify use permit increase from allowing 8 to 13 occupants in 2368 sq ft building and to legalize 223 sq ft accessory building on 4570 sq ft residential parcel,
3. 1443 San Pablo – on consent – add alcoholic beverage retail sale of beer and wine for off-site consumption,
4. 1151 Grizzly Peak – staff recommend approve – legalize two accessory buildings in rear yard of single family dwelling,
5. 2956 Hillegass – staff recommend approve – add 170 sq ft 3rd floor balcony at rear of existing 3-story 2834 sq ft single family dwelling on 2754 sq ft lot
6. Housing Element Update
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
Reimagining Public Safety Task Force at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81983354907
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 819 8335 4907
AGENDA: 2. Public comment, Subcommittee Reports: Policing, Budget & Alternatives to Policing, Community Engagement, Improve & Reinvest, Discussion/Action: Copwatch Presentation, Calls for Service Presentation, Alternative Responses Draft Report.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/RIPST.aspx
Friday, September 10, 2021
Reduced Service Day
Elmwood Business Improvement District Advisory Board at 9 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83697916967
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 836 9791 6967
AGENDA: V. Annual report, VIII. Secretary’s Report – Street vendor ordinance update, shoplets, southern Elmwood & Claremont outreach, IX. goBerkeley Smartspace parking program.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/designreview/
Outdoor movie at Grove Park: Soul at 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Show starts at 7:30 pm. Film will be shown on large portable inflatable movie screen with premium audio visual. Bring blankets, sleeping bags and/or low back beach chairs with maximum height of 9” off ground, this is an alcohol free event.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=17439
Saturday, September 11, 2021
Berkeley Neighborhoods Council (BNC) at 10 am
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81162749619?pwd=ZEQ4SEpINWxFM3B1VFdnUE1lSW1aQT09
Teleconference: 1-253 215 8782 Meeting ID: 811 6274 9619 Passcode: 756976
AGENDA: check later in week for agenda
https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/
Sunday, September 12, 2021
No City meetings or events found
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Agenda for September 14 City Council meeting:
RECESS ITEMS: 1. Contract $700,000 7/1/2021 – 6/30/2023 with Berkeley Convention and Visitor’s Bureau (downtown business association) to support tourism, 2. Contract add $245,000 total $637,778 thru 6/30/2022 with BUSD for Mental Health Services, 3. Revenue Grant Contract: FY 2021-22 Alcoholic Beverage Control Grant, 4. Contract $1,038,103 (includes 10% contingency) with ERA Construction for 1322 Glendale Ave. Retaining Wall Project, 5. Contracts total $350,000 with TBWBH Props and Measures - $175,000 and V.W. Housen & Assoc. - $175,000 for Vision 2050 Implementation Services, 6. Contract $220,000 9/1/2021-5/31/2023 for Recreation Online Registration Payment Processing, CONSENT CALENDAR: 7. Resolution Reviewing and Ratifying COVID-19 Local Emergency, 8. Establish 2022 Council Meeting Schedule, 9. Minutes, 10. Contract add $9,812 total $116,966 thru 9/14/2022 with Paw Fund for Spay and Neuter Services, 11. Adopt a Resolution Authorizing MuniServices, LLC to examine the local sales or transactions and use tax records on behalf of the CoB (City of Berkeley). 12. Formal Bid solicitations, 13. Amendments to BMC 19.44.020 Housing Advisory Commission oversight of Measure O bond-funded housing initiatives, 14. Amend Contract add $34,736 total $137,914 and extend thru 6/30/2021, 15. Mental Health Services Act FY 2021-2022 Annual Update, 16. Revenue Contract $26,035,194 Dept of Health, 7/1/2021-6/30/2024, 17. Revenue Contract $235,572 FY 2022 Aging Services Programs, 18. Classification and Salary Range: Communications Specialist with hourly range $47.33 - $56.18, 19. Amend Contract add $40,000 total $194,285 from 3/16/2015 – 12/30/2021 with Government Finance Officers Assoc for business processes review services, 20. Amend Contract add $19,250 total $121,275 from 12/13/2020 – 6/30/2022 with RevolutionCyber, LLC for professional services for implementation of City’s Data Safety Program, 21. Amend Contract add $250,000 total $1,190,000 and extend term to 12/24/2023 with West Coast Arborist for Tree Removal and Pruning Service, 22. Contract add $900,000 total $2,600,000 with ELS Architecture and Urban Design for on-call architectural services, 23. Contract add $300,000 total $800,000 and extend to 5/28/2023 with Bay Area Tree Specialists for as-needed tree services, 24. Contract add $300,000 total $500,000 extend term to 5/28/2023 with West Coast Arborists, Inc, for as-needed tree services, 25. Contact add $1,400,000 total $8,844,000 extend to 6/30/2022 with Diesel Direct West, Inc for fuel for City Vehicles and Equipment, 26. Transfer two property parcels to Sate of California for Ashby-San Pablo Intersection Improvements Project, 27. Energy Commission - Recommendation for Fleet Electrification Policy and Financing, 28. Letter of Support for SB-459 Political Reform Act of 1974: Lobbying, 29. Recommendation to retain current structure of Zero Waste Commission, 30. Arreguin – 2022 UC Berkeley Chicanx Latinx Legacy Event, Mayor’s discretionary funds $1000, 31. Arreguin – Annual Appropriations Ordinance (AAO) Referral: Supply Bank $25,000 for services providing essential school supplies for Berkeley families, 32. Arreguin - Expansion of Berkeley Fair Elections Program, 33. Kesarwani, co-sponsor Harrison – Support of Observance of August 20, International Day of the Victims of Enforced Disappearances in El Salvador, 34. Wengraf, Cosponsor Arreguin – Resolution Expressing Conceptual Support for an East Bay Wildfire Prevention and Vegetation Management Joint Powers Agency, ACTION ITEMS: 35. Adoption Baseline Zoning Ordinance (BZO – 522 pages), 36. Objective Standards Recommendations for Density, Design and Shadows from JSISHL, 37. Amend Berkeley Election Reform Act (BERA) relating to officeholder accounts, 38. Referral to Zero Waste and Energy Commission (or successor commission) to hole joint meetings to conduct community outreach and education events with regard to proposed ordinance regulating use of carryout and pre-checkout bags and make recommendations to FITES (Facilities, Infrastructure, Transportation Environment and Sustainability), 39. Open Government Commission recommendations to Council regarding teleconferenced meetings, INFORMATION REPORTS: 40. Implementation of CA SB 1383 Short-Lived Climate Pollutants, 41. Mental Health Services Center Renovation Project Wins American Public Works Assoc. (APWA) National Award, 42. Fair Campaign Practices Commission FY 2021-2022 Work Plan, Open Government Commission FY 2021-2022 Work Plan, 44. City Auditor Fiscal Year 2022 Audit Plan.
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
2943 Pine (construct a 2nd story) 9/28/2021
1205 Peralta (conversion of garage) 10/12/2021
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with End of Appeal Period
2804 Acton 9-6-2021
1141 Addison 9-23-21
256 Fairlawn 9-16-2021
2809 Fulton 9-23-21
1556 Sacramento 9-6-2021
1241 Talbot 9-9-2021
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSESSIONS
September 21 – 1. Housing Element (RHNA)
October 19 – 1. Update Zero Waste Rates and Priorities, 2. Berkeley Police Department Hiring Practices (referred by Public Safety Committee), 3. Crime Report
December 7 – 1. Review and Update on City’s COVID-19 Response, 2. WETA/Ferry Service at the Marina, 3. Presentation by Bay Restoration Authority
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
StopWaste Presentation on SB 1383 (September 14 after ceremonial items)
Alameda County LAFCO Presentation
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
August 29 - September 5, 2021
Worth Noting:
City Council is still officially on vacation until the September 14. The draft agenda for the first post vacation meeting is long and includes 29. the Adoption of Baseline Zoning Ordinance and 30. Objective Standards Recommendations for Density, Design and Shadows. You can find it with the link or a complete agenda list at the end of the posts of weekly meetings. We’ll find out on Monday at the Agenda Committee at 2:30 how many items make it through the final cut.
The Housing Elements is on the agenda at the Commission on Disability, Homeless Services Panel of Experts and Planning Commission on Wednesday and the Landmark’s Commission on Thursday. The Planning Commission will also take up the zoning for the BART station developments on Wednesday.
The Public Works Commission normally meets the first Thursday of the month. Nothing is posted yet, so check later in the week.
With Council and most commissions on vacation, you might want to check out the Activist’s Diary in the www.BerkeleyDailyPlanet.com after Monday. I’ve been reading up a storm.
Sunday, August 29, 2021 No City meetings or events found
Monday, August 30, 2021
Agenda and Rules Committee at 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm,
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86311352473
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 863 1135 2473
AGENDA: Review and approve draft agenda for 9/14/2021 – draft agenda – complete proposed agenda follows list of city meetings of use committee link – 3. Selection of item for Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournments in Memory, 5. Council Worksessions Schedule, 6. Council referrals to Agenda Committee for Scheduling (1. Kitchen exhaust fans, 2. Surveillance Technology Report, 3. Resolution Updating CoB Street maintenance and Rehabilitation), 7. Land Use Calendar, 8. Discussion Regarding Impact of COVID-19 on meetings, 9. Preliminary Analysis of Return to in-person meetings, 10. Strengthening and supporting City commissions.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
Independent Redistricting Commission at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87559277328
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 875 5927 7328
AGENDA: 1. Presentation on Berkeley Census Data by Redistricting Partners.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/redistricting/
Police Accountability Board Regulations Subcommittee at 7:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82281228507
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 822 8122 8507
AGENDA: 4. a. Develop plan for producing permanent Regulations for handling complaints against members of Police Dept, b. Begin reviewing and writing regulations.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/ContentDisplay.aspx?id=162752
Tuesday, August 31 2021
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board Budget and Personnel Committee Meeting at 5 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83558352206?pwd=ZE1PVDhVVmQ1TkJPWi8rMCttczVpZz09
Teleconference: 1-408-638-0968 Meeting ID: 835 5835 2206 Passcode: 147488
AGENDA: CONSENT: 4. Closed Session: related to appointment and employment of Board’s General Counsel position.
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Wednesday, September 1, 2021
Board of Library Trustees at 6:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86042306505
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 860 4230 6505
AGENDA: III. CONSENT CALENDAR: C. Amend Contract add $95,000 total $120,000 and extend to 12/31/2024 with Pacific Site Management for landscape maintenance, D. Replace contract $55,079 with Konica-Minolta for Public Printing and Photocopying services, E. Apply for emergency connectivity fund grant of $36,800, if approved purchase 100 4G LTE (cellular) enabled Chromebook computers increasing lending program from 50 to 150. ACTION CALENDAR: Format Director Evaluation, B. Resumption of in person BOLT meetings.
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
Commission on Disability, 6:00 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84774213417?pwd=ZVB2NGM5L3drVkQ5blZsd0FDSlRLdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 847 7421 3417 Passcode: 695891
AGENDA: ACTION ITEMS: 1. Housing Element Presentation, 2. Disability and thnicity data in city contracts and city services, DISCUSSION ITEMS: 1. Berkeley Transportation Subcommittee, 2. Berkeley-El Cerrito Corridor Access Plan and Berkeley BART Stations, 3. Easy Does it, 4. Commission Vacancies, 5.Accessible Housing Item Update, 6. Elevator Ordinance, 7. Ethnicity & Disability Statistics of People who have contracted COVID in Berkeley, 8. Utilization rates and accessibility of City of Berkeley testing sites for BIPOC people with Disabilities, 9. Number of BIPOC people with disabilities who have accessed COVID related and/or supportive services, vaccine distribution.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Disability_Homepage.aspx
Homeless Services Panel of Experts at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/92491365323
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 924 9136 5323
AGENDA: UPDATES/ACTION ITEMS: 5. Housing Element, 6. Chair Update, 7. Staff Update including vaccination stats and number of COVID-positive cases in shelters and among unsheltered, 8. Discussion sidewalk ordinance enforcement, unsheltered persons move from freeway to other locations, status of persons at Horizon Transitional Village and polarization in addressing homeless issues in community, 9. Discussion on work conducted on Homeless Commission and incorporation of policy work into HSPE, 10. Discussion Measure P allocation planning as a year-long process based on community needs and service gaps, 11. Annual report.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Homeless_Services_Panel_of_Experts.aspx
Planning Commission and Ashby and North Berkeley BART Community Advisory Group joint meeting at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84065714189
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 840 6571 4189
AGENDA: 9. Draft Zoning and General Plan Amendments and City-BART Joint Vision and Priorities for Ashby and North Berkeley BART Station Area, 10. Overview of Housing Element
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/bartplanning/
Thursday, September 2, 2021
Landmarks Preservation Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85837789862
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 858 3778 9862
AGENDA: 5. Overview Upcoming Housing Element
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/landmarkspreservationcommission/
Public Works Commission usually meets the first Thursday of the month at 7 pm and posts agendas on Monday of the week. Check later in the week for meeting status and agenda
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Public_Works_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Water Emergency Transportation Authority (WETA) at 1 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89718217408
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 897 1821 7408 Psscode: 33779
AGENDA: 5. Staff Reports, 6. b. Authorize Release of a Request for Proposal for MV Pyxis Generator Diesel Particulate Filter Demonstration Project, 7. Appointment of Financial Officer, 8. Approve contract award to COWI North America, Inc for the Alameda Main Street Ferry Terminal Refurbishment Project Engineering and Design Services, 9. Authorize Release of RFP for Construction Management Services for Alameda Refurbishment Project, 10. Approve Actions Relative to Tier 4 Main Engine Conversion Gemini Class Services Project, 11. Approve Extension of Participation in Clipper start pilot, 12. WETA 2040 Service Vision & Business Plan Update.
https://weta.sanfranciscobayferry.com/next-board-meeting
Friday, September 3, 2021 & Saturday, September 4, 2021 & Sunday, September 5, 2021
No City meetings or events found
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DRAFT Agenda for September 14 City Council meeting:
RECESS ITEMS: 1. Contract $700,000 7/1/2021 – 6/30/2023 with Berkeley Convention and Visitor’s Bureau (downtown business association) to support tourism, 2. Contract add $245,000 total $637,778 thru 6/30/2022 with BUSD for Mental Health Services, 3. Revenue Grant Contract: FY 2021-22 Alcoholic Beverage Control Grant, 4. Contract $1,038,103 (includes 10% contingency) with ERA Construction for 1322 Glendale Ave. Retaining Wall Project, 5. Contracts total $350,000 with TBWBH Props and Measures - $175,000 and V.W. Housen & Assoc. - $175,000 for Vision 2050 Implementation Services, CONSENT CALENDAR: Resolution Reviewing and Ratifying COVID-19 Local Emergency, 7. Establish 2022 Council Meeting Schedule, 8. Minutes, 9. Contract add $9,812 total $116,966 thru 9/14/2022 with Paw Fund for Spay and Neuter Services, 10. Adopt a Resolution Authorizing MuniServices, LLC to examine the local sales or transactions and use tax records on behalf of the CoB. 11. Formal Bid solicitations, 12. Amendments to BMC 19.44.020 Housing Advisory Commission oversight of Measure O bond-funded housing initiatives, 13. Amend Contract add $34,736 total $137,914 and extend thru 6/30/2021, 14. Mental Health Services Act FY 2021-2022 Annual Update, 15. Revenue Contract $26,035,194 Dept of Health, 7/1/2021-6/30/2024, 16. Revenue Contract $235,572 FY 2022 Aging Services Programs, 17. Classification and Salary Range: Communications Specialist with hourly range $47.33 - $56.18, 18. Amend Contract add $40,000 total $194,285 from 3/16/2015 – 12/30/2021 with Government Finance Officers Assoc for business processes review services, 19. Amend Contract add $19,250 total $121,275 from 12/13/2020 – 6/30/2022 with RevolutionCyber, LLC for professional services for implementation of City’s Data Safety Program, 20. Amend Contract add $250,000 total $1,190,000 and extend term to 12/24/2023 with West Coast Arborist fo Tree Removal and Pruning Service, 21. Contract add $900,000 total $2,600,000 with ELS Architecture and Urban Design for on-call architectural services, 22. Contract add $300,000 total $800,000 and extend to 5/28/2023 with Bay Area Tree Specialists for as-needed tree services, 23. Contract add $300,000 total $500,000 extend term to 5/28/2023 with West Coast Arborists, Inc, for as-needed tree services, 24. Contact add $1,400,000 total $8,844,000 extend to 6/30/2022 with Diesel Direct West, Inc for fuel for City Vehicles and Equipment, 25. Transfer two property parcels to Sate of California for Ashby-San Pablo Intersection Improvements Project, 26. Recommendation for Fleet Electrification Policy and Financing, 27. Arreguin – 2022 UC Berkeley Chicanx Latinx Legacy Event, Mayor’s discretionary funds $1000, 28. Arreguin – Annual Appropriations Ordinance (AAO) Referral: Supply Bank $25,000 for services providing essential school supplies for Berkeley families,
ACTION ITEMS: 29. Adoption Baseline Zoning Ordinance (BZO), 30. Objective Standards Recommendations for Density, Design and Shadows from JSISHL, 31. Amend Berkeley Election Reform Act (BERA) relating to officeholder accounts, 32. Predevelopment Allocation, Ashby Recreation and Community Housing (ARCH) – Planning for Ashby BART East Parking Lot, 33. Referral to Zero Waste and Energy Commission regulating carryout and pre-checkout bags, 34. Letter of Support for SB-459 Political Reform Act of 1974, 35. Open Government Commission recommendations to Council regarding teleconferenced meetings, 36. Recommendation to retain current structure of Zero Waste Commission, 37. Arreguin - Expansion of Berkeley Fair Elections Program, 38. Kesarwani – Support of Observance of August 20, International Day of the Victims of Enforced Disappearances in El Salvador, 39. Taplin, Co-sponsors Droste, Wengraf – Budget referral automated license plate readers for community safety improvement, 40. Wengraf, Cosponsor Arreguin – Resolution Expressing Conceptual Support for an East Bay Wildfire Prevention and Vegetation Management Joint Powers Agency, INFORMATION REPORTS: 41. Implementation of CA SB 1383 Short-Lived Climate Pollutants, 42. Mental Health Services Center Renovation Project Wins American Public Works Assoc. (APWA) National Award, 43. Fair Campaign Practices Commission FY 2021-2022 Work Plan, Open Government Commission FY 2021-2022 Work Plan, 45. City Auditor Fiscal Year 2022 Audit Plan.
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
2943 Pine (construct a 2nd story) 9/28/2021
1205 Peralta (conversion of garage) 10/12/2021
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with End of Appeal Period
2804 Acton 9-6-2021
1556 Sacramento 9-6-2021
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSESSIONS
September 21 – 1. Housing Element (RHNA)
October 19 – 1. Update Zero Waste Rates and Priorities, 2. Berkeley Police Department Hiring Practices (referred by Public Safety Committee), 3. Crime Report
December 7 – 1. Review and Update on City’s COVID-19 Response, 2. WETA/Ferry Service at the Marina, 3. Presentation by Bay Restoration Authority
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
StopWaste Presentation on SB 1383 (September 14 after ceremonial items)
Alameda County LAFCO Presentation
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Worth Noting:
City Council is still officially on vacation until the September 14. The draft agenda for the first post vacation meeting is long and includes 29. the Adoption of Baseline Zoning Ordinance and 30. Objective Standards Recommendations for Density, Design and Shadows. You can find it with the link or a complete agenda list at the end of the posts of weekly meetings. We’ll find out on Monday at the Agenda Committee at 2:30 how many items make it through the final cut.
The Housing Elements is on the agenda at the Commission on Disability, Homeless Services Panel of Experts and Planning Commission on Wednesday and the Landmark’s Commission on Thursday. The Planning Commission will also take up the zoning for the BART station developments on Wednesday.
The Public Works Commission normally meets the first Thursday of the month. Nothing is posted yet, so check later in the week.
With Council and most commissions on vacation, you might want to check out the Activist’s Diary in the www.BerkeleyDailyPlanet.com after Monday. I’ve been reading up a storm.
Sunday, August 29, 2021 No City meetings or events found
Monday, August 30, 2021
Agenda and Rules Committee at 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm,
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86311352473
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 863 1135 2473
AGENDA: Review and approve draft agenda for 9/14/2021 – draft agenda – complete proposed agenda follows list of city meetings of use committee link – 3. Selection of item for Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournments in Memory, 5. Council Worksessions Schedule, 6. Council referrals to Agenda Committee for Scheduling (1. Kitchen exhaust fans, 2. Surveillance Technology Report, 3. Resolution Updating CoB Street maintenance and Rehabilitation), 7. Land Use Calendar, 8. Discussion Regarding Impact of COVID-19 on meetings, 9. Preliminary Analysis of Return to in-person meetings, 10. Strengthening and supporting City commissions.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
Independent Redistricting Commission at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87559277328
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 875 5927 7328
AGENDA: 1. Presentation on Berkeley Census Data by Redistricting Partners.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/redistricting/
Police Accountability Board Regulations Subcommittee at 7:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82281228507
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 822 8122 8507
AGENDA: 4. a. Develop plan for producing permanent Regulations for handling complaints against members of Police Dept, b. Begin reviewing and writing regulations.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/ContentDisplay.aspx?id=162752
Tuesday, August 31 2021
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board Budget and Personnel Committee Meeting at 5 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83558352206?pwd=ZE1PVDhVVmQ1TkJPWi8rMCttczVpZz09
Teleconference: 1-408-638-0968 Meeting ID: 835 5835 2206 Passcode: 147488
AGENDA: CONSENT: 4. Closed Session: related to appointment and employment of Board’s General Counsel position.
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Wednesday, September 1, 2021
Board of Library Trustees at 6:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86042306505
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 860 4230 6505
AGENDA: III. CONSENT CALENDAR: C. Amend Contract add $95,000 total $120,000 and extend to 12/31/2024 with Pacific Site Management for landscape maintenance, D. Replace contract $55,079 with Konica-Minolta for Public Printing and Photocopying services, E. Apply for emergency connectivity fund grant of $36,800, if approved purchase 100 4G LTE (cellular) enabled Chromebook computers increasing lending program from 50 to 150. ACTION CALENDAR: Format Director Evaluation, B. Resumption of in person BOLT meetings.
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
Commission on Disability, 6:00 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84774213417?pwd=ZVB2NGM5L3drVkQ5blZsd0FDSlRLdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 847 7421 3417 Passcode: 695891
AGENDA: ACTION ITEMS: 1. Housing Element Presentation, 2. Disability and thnicity data in city contracts and city services, DISCUSSION ITEMS: 1. Berkeley Transportation Subcommittee, 2. Berkeley-El Cerrito Corridor Access Plan and Berkeley BART Stations, 3. Easy Does it, 4. Commission Vacancies, 5.Accessible Housing Item Update, 6. Elevator Ordinance, 7. Ethnicity & Disability Statistics of People who have contracted COVID in Berkeley, 8. Utilization rates and accessibility of City of Berkeley testing sites for BIPOC people with Disabilities, 9. Number of BIPOC people with disabilities who have accessed COVID related and/or supportive services, vaccine distribution.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Disability_Homepage.aspx
Homeless Services Panel of Experts at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/92491365323
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 924 9136 5323
AGENDA: UPDATES/ACTION ITEMS: 5. Housing Element, 6. Chair Update, 7. Staff Update including vaccination stats and number of COVID-positive cases in shelters and among unsheltered, 8. Discussion sidewalk ordinance enforcement, unsheltered persons move from freeway to other locations, status of persons at Horizon Transitional Village and polarization in addressing homeless issues in community, 9. Discussion on work conducted on Homeless Commission and incorporation of policy work into HSPE, 10. Discussion Measure P allocation planning as a year-long process based on community needs and service gaps, 11. Annual report.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Homeless_Services_Panel_of_Experts.aspx
Planning Commission and Ashby and North Berkeley BART Community Advisory Group joint meeting at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84065714189
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 840 6571 4189
AGENDA: 9. Draft Zoning and General Plan Amendments and City-BART Joint Vision and Priorities for Ashby and North Berkeley BART Station Area, 10. Overview of Housing Element
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/bartplanning/
Thursday, September 2, 2021
Landmarks Preservation Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85837789862
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 858 3778 9862
AGENDA: 5. Overview Upcoming Housing Element
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/landmarkspreservationcommission/
Public Works Commission usually meets the first Thursday of the month at 7 pm and posts agendas on Monday of the week. Check later in the week for meeting status and agenda
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Public_Works_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Water Emergency Transportation Authority (WETA) at 1 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89718217408
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 897 1821 7408 Psscode: 33779
AGENDA: 5. Staff Reports, 6. b. Authorize Release of a Request for Proposal for MV Pyxis Generator Diesel Particulate Filter Demonstration Project, 7. Appointment of Financial Officer, 8. Approve contract award to COWI North America, Inc for the Alameda Main Street Ferry Terminal Refurbishment Project Engineering and Design Services, 9. Authorize Release of RFP for Construction Management Services for Alameda Refurbishment Project, 10. Approve Actions Relative to Tier 4 Main Engine Conversion Gemini Class Services Project, 11. Approve Extension of Participation in Clipper start pilot, 12. WETA 2040 Service Vision & Business Plan Update.
https://weta.sanfranciscobayferry.com/next-board-meeting
Friday, September 3, 2021 & Saturday, September 4, 2021 & Sunday, September 5, 2021
No City meetings or events found
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DRAFT Agenda for September 14 City Council meeting:
RECESS ITEMS: 1. Contract $700,000 7/1/2021 – 6/30/2023 with Berkeley Convention and Visitor’s Bureau (downtown business association) to support tourism, 2. Contract add $245,000 total $637,778 thru 6/30/2022 with BUSD for Mental Health Services, 3. Revenue Grant Contract: FY 2021-22 Alcoholic Beverage Control Grant, 4. Contract $1,038,103 (includes 10% contingency) with ERA Construction for 1322 Glendale Ave. Retaining Wall Project, 5. Contracts total $350,000 with TBWBH Props and Measures - $175,000 and V.W. Housen & Assoc. - $175,000 for Vision 2050 Implementation Services, CONSENT CALENDAR: Resolution Reviewing and Ratifying COVID-19 Local Emergency, 7. Establish 2022 Council Meeting Schedule, 8. Minutes, 9. Contract add $9,812 total $116,966 thru 9/14/2022 with Paw Fund for Spay and Neuter Services, 10. Adopt a Resolution Authorizing MuniServices, LLC to examine the local sales or transactions and use tax records on behalf of the CoB. 11. Formal Bid solicitations, 12. Amendments to BMC 19.44.020 Housing Advisory Commission oversight of Measure O bond-funded housing initiatives, 13. Amend Contract add $34,736 total $137,914 and extend thru 6/30/2021, 14. Mental Health Services Act FY 2021-2022 Annual Update, 15. Revenue Contract $26,035,194 Dept of Health, 7/1/2021-6/30/2024, 16. Revenue Contract $235,572 FY 2022 Aging Services Programs, 17. Classification and Salary Range: Communications Specialist with hourly range $47.33 - $56.18, 18. Amend Contract add $40,000 total $194,285 from 3/16/2015 – 12/30/2021 with Government Finance Officers Assoc for business processes review services, 19. Amend Contract add $19,250 total $121,275 from 12/13/2020 – 6/30/2022 with RevolutionCyber, LLC for professional services for implementation of City’s Data Safety Program, 20. Amend Contract add $250,000 total $1,190,000 and extend term to 12/24/2023 with West Coast Arborist fo Tree Removal and Pruning Service, 21. Contract add $900,000 total $2,600,000 with ELS Architecture and Urban Design for on-call architectural services, 22. Contract add $300,000 total $800,000 and extend to 5/28/2023 with Bay Area Tree Specialists for as-needed tree services, 23. Contract add $300,000 total $500,000 extend term to 5/28/2023 with West Coast Arborists, Inc, for as-needed tree services, 24. Contact add $1,400,000 total $8,844,000 extend to 6/30/2022 with Diesel Direct West, Inc for fuel for City Vehicles and Equipment, 25. Transfer two property parcels to Sate of California for Ashby-San Pablo Intersection Improvements Project, 26. Recommendation for Fleet Electrification Policy and Financing, 27. Arreguin – 2022 UC Berkeley Chicanx Latinx Legacy Event, Mayor’s discretionary funds $1000, 28. Arreguin – Annual Appropriations Ordinance (AAO) Referral: Supply Bank $25,000 for services providing essential school supplies for Berkeley families,
ACTION ITEMS: 29. Adoption Baseline Zoning Ordinance (BZO), 30. Objective Standards Recommendations for Density, Design and Shadows from JSISHL, 31. Amend Berkeley Election Reform Act (BERA) relating to officeholder accounts, 32. Predevelopment Allocation, Ashby Recreation and Community Housing (ARCH) – Planning for Ashby BART East Parking Lot, 33. Referral to Zero Waste and Energy Commission regulating carryout and pre-checkout bags, 34. Letter of Support for SB-459 Political Reform Act of 1974, 35. Open Government Commission recommendations to Council regarding teleconferenced meetings, 36. Recommendation to retain current structure of Zero Waste Commission, 37. Arreguin - Expansion of Berkeley Fair Elections Program, 38. Kesarwani – Support of Observance of August 20, International Day of the Victims of Enforced Disappearances in El Salvador, 39. Taplin, Co-sponsors Droste, Wengraf – Budget referral automated license plate readers for community safety improvement, 40. Wengraf, Cosponsor Arreguin – Resolution Expressing Conceptual Support for an East Bay Wildfire Prevention and Vegetation Management Joint Powers Agency, INFORMATION REPORTS: 41. Implementation of CA SB 1383 Short-Lived Climate Pollutants, 42. Mental Health Services Center Renovation Project Wins American Public Works Assoc. (APWA) National Award, 43. Fair Campaign Practices Commission FY 2021-2022 Work Plan, Open Government Commission FY 2021-2022 Work Plan, 45. City Auditor Fiscal Year 2022 Audit Plan.
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
2943 Pine (construct a 2nd story) 9/28/2021
1205 Peralta (conversion of garage) 10/12/2021
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with End of Appeal Period
2804 Acton 9-6-2021
1556 Sacramento 9-6-2021
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSESSIONS
September 21 – 1. Housing Element (RHNA)
October 19 – 1. Update Zero Waste Rates and Priorities, 2. Berkeley Police Department Hiring Practices (referred by Public Safety Committee), 3. Crime Report
December 7 – 1. Review and Update on City’s COVID-19 Response, 2. WETA/Ferry Service at the Marina, 3. Presentation by Bay Restoration Authority
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
StopWaste Presentation on SB 1383 (September 14 after ceremonial items)
Alameda County LAFCO Presentation
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
August 15 - August 22, 2021
Worth Noting:
Council is on recess and most of the commissions do not meet in August.
Sunday is a free hazardous waste drop-off. Appointments required. It looks like this is filling up fast.
The BART Berkeley – El Cerrito Access Plan has meetings/hours on Monday 2 pm, Tuesday 7 pm, and Wednesday 5 pm. Parking lots are going away with planned construction of housing.
The Berkeley Independent Redistricting Commission meets Wednesday at 6 pm.
The Climate Emergency Mobilization Task Force meets Wednesday at 5:30 pm with a speaker on Mountain Valley Pipeline and Friday at 9 am is the summit on Clean and Just Transportation.
EBMUD speaker series on Wednesday at 6 pm is on fire prevention.
Only one project is before the Design Review Committee on Thursday at 7 pm.
Friday evening at 8 pm is the free city sponsored movie Lady and the Tramp at Ohlone Park.
The Wildfire Evacuation Workshop is offered three times by the Berkeley Fire Department’s Office of Emergency Services. The 2nd offering is August 18 at 7:30 pm:
Do you know your evacuation zone? https://community.zonehaven.com/
Have you signed up for AC Alerts? https://member.everbridge.net/453003085612570/new
Do you know what kind of mask to wear to evacuate? Answer in the videos
Register in advance for one of the online workshops below
August 18, 6pm-730pm, Online via zoom
August 26, 6pm-730pm, Online via zoom
Prior to the Wildfire Evacuation Workshop visit the City of Berkeley Wildfire Readiness website: https://www.cityofberkeley.info/wildfire/, watch the five videos (total time 1 hour 20 minutes) and download and fill out your step-by-step fire plan (tool 9 pages).
Cal student move-ins can get messy. Avoid illegal dumping fines. Check out resources for disposal of unopened food, furniture and household goods, textiles (clothing, bedding, backpacks), cardboard boxes, mattresses. https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/CABERKE/bulletins/2ec7aae
Sunday, August 15, 2021
Free Hazardous Waste Drop-off in Oakland at 9 am – 1 pm
Appointment required
Accepted items: Pest & Garden Products, Batteries, Light Bulb, Paints and Paint related products, electronics & small appliances, propane tanks, old medications and prescriptions including controlled substances, oil, gasoline, auto fluids, cleaners, fire extinguishers, sharps containers.
https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/CABERKE/bulletins/2eca490
Monday, August 16, 2021
BART Berkeley – El Cerrito Corridor Access Plan at 2 - 3 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85038531645
Teleconference: 1-602-333-2017 or 1-888-204-5987 Meeting ID: 850 3853 1645
AGENDA: Ashby & Downtown Berkeley office hour
https://www.bart.gov/about/planning/station-access/berkeley-elcerrito-corridor-plan/
Tuesday, August 17, 2021
BART Berkeley – El Cerrito Corridor Access Plan at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/97341195745?pwd=QVIxSkhSQTgweCtEVmg0aGxrT3BjZz09
Teleconference: 1-408-638-0968 Meeting ID: 973 4119 5745 Passcode: 873597
AGENDA: El Cerrito Plaza Development, El Cerrito City Council Planning Commission
https://www.bart.gov/about/planning/station-access/berkeley-elcerrito-corridor-plan/
Wednesday, August 18, 2021
Independent Redistricting Commission at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82160109803
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 821 6010 9803
AGENDA: 2. Review of paper map for public submissions, 3. Discussion of relationship and limitations for commission subcommittees, Subcommittee Reports: 4. Outreach, 5. Public Submission Process.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/redistricting/
BART Berkeley – El Cerrito Corridor Access Plan at 5 – 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83067683054
Teleconference: 1-602-333-2017 or 1-888-204-5987 Meeting ID: 830 6768 3054
AGENDA: Ashby & Downtown Berkeley office hour
https://www.bart.gov/about/planning/station-access/berkeley-elcerrito-corridor-plan/
Wildfire Evacuation Workshop at 6 - 7:30 pm
Register in advance: August 18, 6pm-730pm, Online via zoom
Watch the videos, read and complete your fire plan
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/wildfire/
https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/CABERKE/bulletins/2ec05da
Climate Emergency Mobilization Task Force (CEMTF) at 5:30 pm – 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85207073371?pwd=M2gvc3dYazRZNnI0VEc0d1ZEMUs0dz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 852 0707 3371 Passcode: 982158
AGENDA: Sarah Diefendorf on Mountain Valley Pipeline & Discussion Yale Survey
EBMUD’s Water Wednesday: Monthly Speaker Series
“The other F-word: Fire Prevention in our Watershed” at 6 pm
Register: https://www.ebmud.com/about-us/events/drought-where-were-and-what-were-doing/
Videoconference: https://ebmud.zoom.us/j/81350685482
Teleconference: no number given Meeting ID: 813 5068 5482
Thursday, August 19, 2021
Design Review Committee at 7 – 10 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87147076719
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 871 4707 6719
AGENDA: 1. 1951 Shattuck @ Berkeley Way – Final Design Review – demolition of two existing commercial buildings and construction of 120 ft, 12 story mixed use building with approximately 5,178 sq ft of commercial space on ground floor, 163 residential units, 100-space subterranean parking garage.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/designreview/
Willard Clubhouse Community Meeting at 6:30 – 8 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/92888454641
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 928 8845 4641 Passcode: 120995
AGENDA: Gather Feedback and discuss the conceptual design of the future new Willard Clubhouse.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=17455
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board – meeting cancelled
Friday, August 20, 2021
CEMTF Summit Series - Clean and Just Transportation at 9 am – 12 pm
Register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/clean-just-transportation-tickets-157305195073
AGENDA: Keynote speeches: How do we accelerate the phase out of gasoline cars and the adoption of electric vehicles? Speakers: Assemblymember Phil Ting, Dan Sperling, Director Transportation Studies at UC Davis and California Air Resources Board
https://www.cemtf.org/
Outdoor movie at Ohlone Park Baseball Field: Lady and the Tramp at 8 – 9:30 pm
Location: Ohlone Park Baseball Field Hearst @ Grant / McGee
Free, please arrive 30 minutes before movie begins, bring blankets, sleeping bagas and/or low-back beach chairs.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=17438
Saturday, August 21, 2021 & Sunday, August 22, 2021
No City meetings or events found
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
2943 Pine (construct a 2nd story) 9/28/2021
1205 Peralta (conversion of garage) 10/12/2021
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with End of Appeal Period
2804 Acton 9-6-2021
2010 Addison 8-16-21
1630 Derby 8-17-21
1556 Sacramento 9-6-2021
1427-29 Tenth 8-17-21
34 Tunnel 8-17-2021
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSESSIONS
September 21 – 1. Housing Element (RHNA)
October 19 – 1. Update Zero Waste Rates and Priorities, 2. Berkeley Police Department Hiring Practices (referred by Public Safety Committee), 3. Crime Report
December 7 – 1. Review and Update on City’s COVID-19 Response, 2. WETA/Ferry Service at the Marina, 3. Presentation by Bay Restoration Authority
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Worth Noting:
Council is on recess and most of the commissions do not meet in August.
Sunday is a free hazardous waste drop-off. Appointments required. It looks like this is filling up fast.
The BART Berkeley – El Cerrito Access Plan has meetings/hours on Monday 2 pm, Tuesday 7 pm, and Wednesday 5 pm. Parking lots are going away with planned construction of housing.
The Berkeley Independent Redistricting Commission meets Wednesday at 6 pm.
The Climate Emergency Mobilization Task Force meets Wednesday at 5:30 pm with a speaker on Mountain Valley Pipeline and Friday at 9 am is the summit on Clean and Just Transportation.
EBMUD speaker series on Wednesday at 6 pm is on fire prevention.
Only one project is before the Design Review Committee on Thursday at 7 pm.
Friday evening at 8 pm is the free city sponsored movie Lady and the Tramp at Ohlone Park.
The Wildfire Evacuation Workshop is offered three times by the Berkeley Fire Department’s Office of Emergency Services. The 2nd offering is August 18 at 7:30 pm:
Do you know your evacuation zone? https://community.zonehaven.com/
Have you signed up for AC Alerts? https://member.everbridge.net/453003085612570/new
Do you know what kind of mask to wear to evacuate? Answer in the videos
Register in advance for one of the online workshops below
August 18, 6pm-730pm, Online via zoom
August 26, 6pm-730pm, Online via zoom
Prior to the Wildfire Evacuation Workshop visit the City of Berkeley Wildfire Readiness website: https://www.cityofberkeley.info/wildfire/, watch the five videos (total time 1 hour 20 minutes) and download and fill out your step-by-step fire plan (tool 9 pages).
Cal student move-ins can get messy. Avoid illegal dumping fines. Check out resources for disposal of unopened food, furniture and household goods, textiles (clothing, bedding, backpacks), cardboard boxes, mattresses. https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/CABERKE/bulletins/2ec7aae
Sunday, August 15, 2021
Free Hazardous Waste Drop-off in Oakland at 9 am – 1 pm
Appointment required
Accepted items: Pest & Garden Products, Batteries, Light Bulb, Paints and Paint related products, electronics & small appliances, propane tanks, old medications and prescriptions including controlled substances, oil, gasoline, auto fluids, cleaners, fire extinguishers, sharps containers.
https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/CABERKE/bulletins/2eca490
Monday, August 16, 2021
BART Berkeley – El Cerrito Corridor Access Plan at 2 - 3 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85038531645
Teleconference: 1-602-333-2017 or 1-888-204-5987 Meeting ID: 850 3853 1645
AGENDA: Ashby & Downtown Berkeley office hour
https://www.bart.gov/about/planning/station-access/berkeley-elcerrito-corridor-plan/
Tuesday, August 17, 2021
BART Berkeley – El Cerrito Corridor Access Plan at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/97341195745?pwd=QVIxSkhSQTgweCtEVmg0aGxrT3BjZz09
Teleconference: 1-408-638-0968 Meeting ID: 973 4119 5745 Passcode: 873597
AGENDA: El Cerrito Plaza Development, El Cerrito City Council Planning Commission
https://www.bart.gov/about/planning/station-access/berkeley-elcerrito-corridor-plan/
Wednesday, August 18, 2021
Independent Redistricting Commission at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82160109803
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 821 6010 9803
AGENDA: 2. Review of paper map for public submissions, 3. Discussion of relationship and limitations for commission subcommittees, Subcommittee Reports: 4. Outreach, 5. Public Submission Process.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/redistricting/
BART Berkeley – El Cerrito Corridor Access Plan at 5 – 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83067683054
Teleconference: 1-602-333-2017 or 1-888-204-5987 Meeting ID: 830 6768 3054
AGENDA: Ashby & Downtown Berkeley office hour
https://www.bart.gov/about/planning/station-access/berkeley-elcerrito-corridor-plan/
Wildfire Evacuation Workshop at 6 - 7:30 pm
Register in advance: August 18, 6pm-730pm, Online via zoom
Watch the videos, read and complete your fire plan
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/wildfire/
https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/CABERKE/bulletins/2ec05da
Climate Emergency Mobilization Task Force (CEMTF) at 5:30 pm – 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85207073371?pwd=M2gvc3dYazRZNnI0VEc0d1ZEMUs0dz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 852 0707 3371 Passcode: 982158
AGENDA: Sarah Diefendorf on Mountain Valley Pipeline & Discussion Yale Survey
EBMUD’s Water Wednesday: Monthly Speaker Series
“The other F-word: Fire Prevention in our Watershed” at 6 pm
Register: https://www.ebmud.com/about-us/events/drought-where-were-and-what-were-doing/
Videoconference: https://ebmud.zoom.us/j/81350685482
Teleconference: no number given Meeting ID: 813 5068 5482
Thursday, August 19, 2021
Design Review Committee at 7 – 10 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87147076719
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 871 4707 6719
AGENDA: 1. 1951 Shattuck @ Berkeley Way – Final Design Review – demolition of two existing commercial buildings and construction of 120 ft, 12 story mixed use building with approximately 5,178 sq ft of commercial space on ground floor, 163 residential units, 100-space subterranean parking garage.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/designreview/
Willard Clubhouse Community Meeting at 6:30 – 8 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/92888454641
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 928 8845 4641 Passcode: 120995
AGENDA: Gather Feedback and discuss the conceptual design of the future new Willard Clubhouse.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=17455
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board – meeting cancelled
Friday, August 20, 2021
CEMTF Summit Series - Clean and Just Transportation at 9 am – 12 pm
Register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/clean-just-transportation-tickets-157305195073
AGENDA: Keynote speeches: How do we accelerate the phase out of gasoline cars and the adoption of electric vehicles? Speakers: Assemblymember Phil Ting, Dan Sperling, Director Transportation Studies at UC Davis and California Air Resources Board
https://www.cemtf.org/
Outdoor movie at Ohlone Park Baseball Field: Lady and the Tramp at 8 – 9:30 pm
Location: Ohlone Park Baseball Field Hearst @ Grant / McGee
Free, please arrive 30 minutes before movie begins, bring blankets, sleeping bagas and/or low-back beach chairs.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=17438
Saturday, August 21, 2021 & Sunday, August 22, 2021
No City meetings or events found
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
2943 Pine (construct a 2nd story) 9/28/2021
1205 Peralta (conversion of garage) 10/12/2021
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with End of Appeal Period
2804 Acton 9-6-2021
2010 Addison 8-16-21
1630 Derby 8-17-21
1556 Sacramento 9-6-2021
1427-29 Tenth 8-17-21
34 Tunnel 8-17-2021
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSESSIONS
September 21 – 1. Housing Element (RHNA)
October 19 – 1. Update Zero Waste Rates and Priorities, 2. Berkeley Police Department Hiring Practices (referred by Public Safety Committee), 3. Crime Report
December 7 – 1. Review and Update on City’s COVID-19 Response, 2. WETA/Ferry Service at the Marina, 3. Presentation by Bay Restoration Authority
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
August 8 - August 15, 2021
Worth Noting:
The Wildfire Evacuation Workshop is offered three times by the Berkeley Fire Department’s Office of Emergency Services:
Do you know your evacuation zone? https://community.zonehaven.com/
Have you signed up for AC Alerts? https://member.everbridge.net/453003085612570/new
Do you know what kind of mask to wear to evacuate? Answer in the videos
Register in advance for one of the online workshops below
August 10, 6pm-730pm, Online via zoom
August 18, 6pm-730pm, Online via zoom
August 26, 6pm-730pm, Online via zoom
Prior to the Wildfire Evacuation Workshop visit the City of Berkeley Wildfire Readiness website: https://www.cityofberkeley.info/wildfire/, watch the five videos (total time 1 hour 20 minutes) and download and fill out your step-by-step fire plan (tool 9 pages).
Despite City Council being on summer recess, there is a Council Public Safety Committee meeting scheduled for Monday, August 9 at 10:30 am.
Public parking as we know it is going away with the construction of housing on the Ashby and North Berkeley BART station parking lots. To learn more the BART Berkeley – El Cerrito Corridor Access Plan Outreach team will be at the farmer’s market on Tuesday 2-5 pm and flea market on Saturday 9 am – 12 pm and/or go online https://bartberkeleyelcerritocap.participate.online/
The Pier-Ferry Workshop #2 is Tuesday evening via zoom at 6:30 pm.
The Parks and Waterfront Commission meets Wednesday at 7 pm.
The Berkeley Neighborhoods Council meets Saturday morning at 10 am via zoom. The agenda will be posted later in the week.
Sunday, August 8, 2021 - No City meetings or events found
Monday, August 9, 2021
City Council Public Safety Committee at 10:30 am,
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89775766534
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 897 7576 6534
AGENDA: 1. Taplin, Co-Sponsors Hahn, Bartlett – Ghost Gun Precursor Parts Ordinance
Referral to the City Manager to develop an ordinance to prohibit any person other than a licensed manufacturer or importer from selling, transferring, purchasing, transporting, receiving or manufacturing and unfinished firearm frame or receiver that has not been imprinted with a serial number.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Public_Safety.aspx
Tuesday, August 10, 2021
Wildfire Evacuation Workshop at 6 - 7:30 pm
Register in advance: August 10, 6pm-730pm, Online via zoom
Watch the videos, read and complete your fire plan
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/wildfire/
BART Berkeley – El Cerrito Corridor Access Plan Outreach & Materials at 2 – 5 pm
Location: South Berkeley Farmers Market – Adeline at 63rd
AGENDA: In-person engagement for information and public participation
https://www.bart.gov/about/planning/station-access/berkeley-elcerrito-corridor-plan/outreach
Participate Online: https://bartberkeleyelcerritocap.participate.online/
Pier-Ferry Planning Study Community Workshop #2 at 6:30 – 8:30 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/99422879717
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 994 2287 9717
AGENDA: 1. Project team will present conceptual alternatives and facilitate group discussions on the shape of the pier, the siting of the ferry terminal, land-side parking/mobility considerations and community recreation needs.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/parks/pier/
email comments to: [email protected]
Wednesday, August 11, 2021
Parks and Waterfront Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/96974512296
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 969 7451 2296
AGENDA: 9. Presentation: I-80 Ashby Interchange Project and Aquatic Park, 10. City’s Adopt a Spot Program, 11. Workplan 2021, 12. Update Bayer Development.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Parks_and_Waterfront_Commission.aspx
Thursday, August 12, 2021 - No City meetings or events found
Friday, August 13, 2021 - Reduced Service Day
Saturday, August 14, 2021
Berkeley Neighborhoods Council, 10 am – 12 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/91683343244?pwd=cHcrK0VqUGxFYW52QVdicGFnMG9Xdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 916 8334 3244 Passcode 259633
AGENDA: Check website for agenda later in the week
https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/
Willard Clubhouse Community Meeting at 10 – 11:30 am
Location: Willard Park 2729 Hillegass @ Derby (this is not listed as a virtual meeting)
Agenda: Gather Feedback and discuss the conceptual design of the future new Willard Clubhouse.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=17454
BART Berkeley – El Cerrito Corridor Access Plan Outreach & Materials at 9 am - 12 pm
Location: Berkeley Flea Market - Ashby BART Station parking lot, Martin Luther King Jr Way @ Ashby
AGENDA: In-person engagement for information and public participation
https://www.bart.gov/about/planning/station-access/berkeley-elcerrito-corridor-plan/outreach
Participate Online: https://bartberkeleyelcerritocap.participate.online/
Sunday, August 15, 2021 - No City meetings or events found
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
2943 Pine (construct a 2nd story) 9/28/2021
1205 Peralta (conversion of garage) 10/12/2021
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with End of Appeal Period
2010 Addison 8-16-21
1311 Carleton 8-10-2021
1630 Derby 8-17-21
1025 Heinz 8-10-2021
1207 Tenth St 8-12-2021
1427-29 Tenth 8-17-21
34 Tunnel 8-17-2021
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSESSIONS
September 21 – 1. Housing Element (RHNA)
October 19 – 1. Update Zero Waste Rates and Priorities, 2. Berkeley Police Department Hiring Practices (referred by Public Safety Committee), 3. Crime Report
December 7 – 1. Review and Update on City’s COVID-19 Response, 2. WETA/Ferry Service at the Marina, 3. Presentation by Bay Restoration Authority
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Worth Noting:
The Wildfire Evacuation Workshop is offered three times by the Berkeley Fire Department’s Office of Emergency Services:
Do you know your evacuation zone? https://community.zonehaven.com/
Have you signed up for AC Alerts? https://member.everbridge.net/453003085612570/new
Do you know what kind of mask to wear to evacuate? Answer in the videos
Register in advance for one of the online workshops below
August 10, 6pm-730pm, Online via zoom
August 18, 6pm-730pm, Online via zoom
August 26, 6pm-730pm, Online via zoom
Prior to the Wildfire Evacuation Workshop visit the City of Berkeley Wildfire Readiness website: https://www.cityofberkeley.info/wildfire/, watch the five videos (total time 1 hour 20 minutes) and download and fill out your step-by-step fire plan (tool 9 pages).
Despite City Council being on summer recess, there is a Council Public Safety Committee meeting scheduled for Monday, August 9 at 10:30 am.
Public parking as we know it is going away with the construction of housing on the Ashby and North Berkeley BART station parking lots. To learn more the BART Berkeley – El Cerrito Corridor Access Plan Outreach team will be at the farmer’s market on Tuesday 2-5 pm and flea market on Saturday 9 am – 12 pm and/or go online https://bartberkeleyelcerritocap.participate.online/
The Pier-Ferry Workshop #2 is Tuesday evening via zoom at 6:30 pm.
The Parks and Waterfront Commission meets Wednesday at 7 pm.
The Berkeley Neighborhoods Council meets Saturday morning at 10 am via zoom. The agenda will be posted later in the week.
Sunday, August 8, 2021 - No City meetings or events found
Monday, August 9, 2021
City Council Public Safety Committee at 10:30 am,
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89775766534
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 897 7576 6534
AGENDA: 1. Taplin, Co-Sponsors Hahn, Bartlett – Ghost Gun Precursor Parts Ordinance
Referral to the City Manager to develop an ordinance to prohibit any person other than a licensed manufacturer or importer from selling, transferring, purchasing, transporting, receiving or manufacturing and unfinished firearm frame or receiver that has not been imprinted with a serial number.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Public_Safety.aspx
Tuesday, August 10, 2021
Wildfire Evacuation Workshop at 6 - 7:30 pm
Register in advance: August 10, 6pm-730pm, Online via zoom
Watch the videos, read and complete your fire plan
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/wildfire/
BART Berkeley – El Cerrito Corridor Access Plan Outreach & Materials at 2 – 5 pm
Location: South Berkeley Farmers Market – Adeline at 63rd
AGENDA: In-person engagement for information and public participation
https://www.bart.gov/about/planning/station-access/berkeley-elcerrito-corridor-plan/outreach
Participate Online: https://bartberkeleyelcerritocap.participate.online/
Pier-Ferry Planning Study Community Workshop #2 at 6:30 – 8:30 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/99422879717
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 994 2287 9717
AGENDA: 1. Project team will present conceptual alternatives and facilitate group discussions on the shape of the pier, the siting of the ferry terminal, land-side parking/mobility considerations and community recreation needs.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/parks/pier/
email comments to: [email protected]
Wednesday, August 11, 2021
Parks and Waterfront Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/96974512296
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 969 7451 2296
AGENDA: 9. Presentation: I-80 Ashby Interchange Project and Aquatic Park, 10. City’s Adopt a Spot Program, 11. Workplan 2021, 12. Update Bayer Development.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Parks_and_Waterfront_Commission.aspx
Thursday, August 12, 2021 - No City meetings or events found
Friday, August 13, 2021 - Reduced Service Day
Saturday, August 14, 2021
Berkeley Neighborhoods Council, 10 am – 12 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/91683343244?pwd=cHcrK0VqUGxFYW52QVdicGFnMG9Xdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 916 8334 3244 Passcode 259633
AGENDA: Check website for agenda later in the week
https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/
Willard Clubhouse Community Meeting at 10 – 11:30 am
Location: Willard Park 2729 Hillegass @ Derby (this is not listed as a virtual meeting)
Agenda: Gather Feedback and discuss the conceptual design of the future new Willard Clubhouse.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=17454
BART Berkeley – El Cerrito Corridor Access Plan Outreach & Materials at 9 am - 12 pm
Location: Berkeley Flea Market - Ashby BART Station parking lot, Martin Luther King Jr Way @ Ashby
AGENDA: In-person engagement for information and public participation
https://www.bart.gov/about/planning/station-access/berkeley-elcerrito-corridor-plan/outreach
Participate Online: https://bartberkeleyelcerritocap.participate.online/
Sunday, August 15, 2021 - No City meetings or events found
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
2943 Pine (construct a 2nd story) 9/28/2021
1205 Peralta (conversion of garage) 10/12/2021
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with End of Appeal Period
2010 Addison 8-16-21
1311 Carleton 8-10-2021
1630 Derby 8-17-21
1025 Heinz 8-10-2021
1207 Tenth St 8-12-2021
1427-29 Tenth 8-17-21
34 Tunnel 8-17-2021
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSESSIONS
September 21 – 1. Housing Element (RHNA)
October 19 – 1. Update Zero Waste Rates and Priorities, 2. Berkeley Police Department Hiring Practices (referred by Public Safety Committee), 3. Crime Report
December 7 – 1. Review and Update on City’s COVID-19 Response, 2. WETA/Ferry Service at the Marina, 3. Presentation by Bay Restoration Authority
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
July 25 - August 1, 2021
Worth Noting:
The last City Council meetings before summer recess are on July 27th at 2 pm, 4 pm and 6 pm. City Council summer recess is July 28 – September 13, 2021. Item 28 in the July 27th agenda is Objective Standards for Density, Design and Shadows. The mayor said he will be submitting a supplement to the standards. Keep checking as nothing is posted yet. The full July 27th agenda follows the daily list of meetings.
Pre-registration Required:
Sunday, July 25, 2021 - No City meetings or events found.
Monday, July 26, 2021
Zero Waste Commission from 7 – 9 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/s/82587046286
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 825 8704 6286
AGENDA: 6. Staff Updates Cal Move Out/Mattress Recycling Pilot Program, Textile Recycling, FITES Committee Draft Plastic Bag Ordinance, Discussion and Action: 1. Recycling Markets Update, 2. Ecology Center and Community Conservation Centers New Contracts, 3. SB1383 County Ordinance and Berkeley Opt-in Ordinance possible Subcommittee, 4. Commission Restructuring, 5. Single Use Foodware and Litter Reduction Ordinance, city/County Reusables Messaging, Including Impacts of Drought/Water Use for washing Reusables.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Zero_Waste_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Tuesday, July 27, 2021
City Council Closed Session at 2 pm,
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82584536795
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 825 8453 6795
AGENDA: CONSENT: 1. Conference with Labor Negotiators, Employee Organizations: IBEW, Local 1245, SEIU 1021 Community Services and Part-Time Recreation Activity Leaders, Berkeley Fire Fighters Association Local 1227, Berkeley Police Association, SEIU Local 1021 Maintenance and Clerical Chapters, Local 1227 I.A.F.F./Berkeley Chief Fire Officers Association, Public Employees Union Local 1, Unrepresented Employees.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
City Council Special meeting at 4 pm,
Email: [email protected]
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81818068814
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 818 1806 8814
AGENDA: ZAB Appeal: 770 Page Street – for Use Permit to demolish single family dwelling and construct four 1500 sq ft single family dwellings on 5532 sq ft lot in MU-R zone. Staff recommend dismiss appeal and approve use permit.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
City Council Regular meeting at 6 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81818068814
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 818 1806 8814
on ACTION: 28. (a supplemental from Mayor Arreguin is supposed to accompany the objective standards – it is not posted as of 1pm 7/23/2021) Objective Standards Recommendations for Density, Design and Shadows from JSISHL https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
Wednesday, July 28, 2021
Support Rally at Sutter-Alta-Bates Hospital for Patient & Worker Safety, from 11 am – 1 pm
https://www.facebook.com/events/563541125030754
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board – IRA / AGA / Registration Committee at 5 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86550588046?pwd=ZzFWbzBPWHB3Y0oyNjRLZG1xK2hTZz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 865 5058 8046 Passcode: 268231
AGENDA: Discussion and Possible Action: 5. Proposal to mandate disclosure of rent control protections in leases, 6. Amending Regulation 503 to remove sunset language, 7. Regarding hiring an outside consultant to draft a report for the Board regarding rent control impacts of 2023-2031 Housing Element Update and any other potential demolition or land use issues, 8. Future Agenda items Tenant Occupancy limits, General Plan Update.
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Civic Arts Commission, from 6 – 8 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86147520326
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 861 4752 0326
AGENDA: 6. Presentations and Discussion Council Budget of $2,000,000 in American Rescue Plan for the Arts, Berkeley Art Works funded to date, 7. Action Items Approval of July slate of Berkeley Art Works Project Grants, Approval of mural design by Cecilia Bowman for boarded windows at 2026 Shattuck.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CivicArtsCommissionHomepage/
Energy Commission at 5 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86817261398
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 868 1726 1398
AGENDA: 6. Update from Office of Energy and Sustainable Development, Discussion and Action: 7. Climate Equity Fund Criteria and Program and Ideas, 8. Update on Berkeley Existing Building Electrification Strategy,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Energy_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Police Accountability Board – Subcommittee at 5:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86286225744
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 862 8622 5744
AGENDA: 5. a. Review proposed Draft Interim Regulations for Handling Complaints Against Sworn Members of BPD, b. Make recommendations to Police Accountability Board regarding the Draft Interim Regulations.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/ContentDisplay.aspx?id=162752
Water & Drought: A Virtual Community Meeting to discuss water and Drought at 7 pm
Pre-register for links: https://bit.ly/3rsPiVi
AGENDA: Speakers: Max Gromberg, State Water Resources Board and Alice Towey, EBMUD Water Conservation Manager
Thursday, July 29, 2021
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board - Eviction / Section 8 / Foreclosure at 5:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81341230557?pwd=V0l6U1FQeTJJWXZDckhVZEpVbHpGUT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 813 4123 0557 Passcode: 252922
AGENDA: Discussion and Possible Action: 5. Ellis Act, 6. Distressed Properties, 7. Invitation to BHA
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Reimagining Public Safety Task Force at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84701596327
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 847 0159 6327
AGENDA: Discussion/Action Items: Task Force Status and Overview, Community Engagement Update from National Institute for Criminal Justice Reform (NICJR) NICJR-Community Engagement Survey Report, NICJR-Initial Community Listening Sessions Results and Draft Report, Reimagining Public Safety Task Force Next Steps and Reflection NICJR Contract Update, Subcommittee Reports: Policing, Budget & Alternatives to Policing, Community Engagement, Improve and Reinvest, Alternative Solutions to Gender Based Violence.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/RIPST.aspx
Friday, July 30, 2021
Climate Emergency Mobilization Task Force, from 9 am – 12 pm
Register to receive links: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/fossil-fuel-free-bay-area-tickets-151339794399
AGENDA: Fossil Fuel Free Bay Area: What we need to do to phase out shipping and refining oil in a just transition to a Fossil Free Bay Area
https://cemtf.org
Saturday, July 31, 2021
BART's Berkeley-El Cerrito Corridor Access Plan (BECCAP) Meeting, from 10 am – 1 pm
Location at the Berkeley Downtown Farmer’s Market -(this is an in-person community meeting.)
Agenda: BART Planning is in process for how riders will reach Ashby and North Berkeley BART Stations after mixed-use housing projects are built on current parking lots.
https://www.bart.gov/about/planning/station-access/berkeley-elcerrito-corridor-plan/outreach
Sunday, August 1, 2021 - No City meetings or events found.
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Agenda for July 27 City Council Regular Meeting at 6 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81818068814
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 818 1806 8814
AGENDA: CONSENT: 2nd reading 1&2. 1. CM – Zoning Map Amendment of Parcels at 1709 Alcatraz, 3404 King 3244 Ellis, 1717 Alcatraz and 2024 Ashby rezone to Commercial – Adeline Corridor District (C-AC) and revise boundaries of the Adeline Corridor Specific Plan Area to include the 5 parcels, 2. Taplin – Amend BMC Section 14.56.070 for 3-Ton Commercial Truck Weight Limit between University and Dwight on Tenth Street, 3. Contract $163,008 7/1/2021-6/30/2022 with Berkeley YMCA for Fitness Center Memberships for City Employees, 4. Minutes, 5. CM – Designate a voting delegate (Hahn) and alternative (Taplin) for business meeting of the Annual League of CA Cities conference on 9/24/2021, 6. Contract $200,000 (Measure FF) with Citygate for Fire Dept Standards of Response Coverage study to include risk profile, optimum fire station locations, crew staffing deployment, work schedules, 7. Contract $100,000 with East Bay Sanctuary Covenant for Trauma Support Services Latinx / Latinas / Latinos for Prevention – early intervention, 8. Contract $100,000 with Pacific Center for Human Growth for LGBTQIA+, 9. Contract $31,846 with Center for Independent Living, 10. Contract add $616,819 total $7,440,430 with Innovative Claim Solutions (ICS) for administration of City’s Workers’ Compensation Program thru 6/30/2022, 11. Contract add $75,000 total $250,000 with Bartel Associates for Actuarial Consulting Services thru 12/31/2023, 12. Contract $1,119,580 (includes $101,780 contingency) with OBS Engineering, Inc for John Hinkel Park Amphitheater Area Improvements, 13. Contract add $120,000 total $278,000 with Siegal & Strain Architects for Design and Construction Administration Services for Cazadero Camp Jensen Dormitory Replacement project, 14. Contract add $40,000total $280,000 with Bellingham, Inc for Additional Dock Repairs at Berkeley Marina, 15. Contract add $146,000 total $439,000 with DMR Builders for the 125/127 University Tenant Improvement Project/renovation, 16. Dana Complete Streets Project by AC Transit install 2-way cycle track, bus boarding platform pending public works approval final construction drawings, 17. Energy Commission – Creation of Climate Equity Fund $600,000 (this was already passed through the FY2022 budget process) 18. Request for two additional meetings for Homeless Services Panel of Experts, 19. Arreguin - Contract $78,000 with Szabo & Associates for communications consulting services for Mayor’s office thru 6/30/2022, 20. Taplin – Letter of support SB 379 – bill prohibits UC from contracting with any health facility or subcontractor that limits a UC employed health care practitioner from providing patients with medical information, reproductive and gender-affirming services (UC has contracted with Dignity Health the largest Catholic Hospital network which recently argued before States Supreme court for its constitutional right to refuse to allow a transgender patient in Sacramento to undergo a hysterectomy.) 21. Bartlett, cosponsors Arreguin, Kesarwani - Proclamation Partition Remembrance Day, 22. Hahn , Arreguin– Accelerating City’s transition to Plant-based foods, resolution to decrease animal based food products byt 50% by 2024, 23. Hahn - Appointment of Beverly Greene to Board of Library Trustees. 24. Hahn – Letter to Senators Feinstein and Padilla in Support of Restaurant Revitalization Fund Replenishment Act, 25. Hahn, cosponsors Bartlett, Harrison – Contract for Grant-writing Services, 26. Wengraf – Call on US Government to negotiate the elimination of nuclear weapons, ACTION: 27. CM - Updated Fees for Home Occupations Ordinance, 28. ( a supplemental from Mayor Arreguin is supposed to accompany the objective standards – it is not posted as of 7/23/2021) Objective Standards Recommendations for Density, Design and Shadows from JSISHL, 29. CM – Rules of Procedure Revise rules for legislative process during COVID-19, INFORMATION REPORTS: 28. Referral Response to SB 1413 expediate development of teacher and school employee housing, 29. LPC Commission actions.
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
2943 Pine (construct a 2nd story) 9/28/2021
1205 Peralta (conversion of garage) 10/12/2021
770 Page (demolish existing unit and construct 4 detached) 7/27/2021
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with End of Appeal Period
1311 Carleton 8-10-2021
1025 Heinz 8-10-2021
1044 Park Hills 8/3/2021
1831-B Solano 8-3-2021
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSESSIONS
September 21 – 1. Housing Element (RHNA)
October 19 – 1. Update Zero Waste Rates and Priorities, 2. Berkeley Police Department Hiring Practices (referred by Public Safety Committee), 3. Crime Report
December 7 – 1. Review and Update on City’s COVID-19 Response, 2. WETA/Ferry Service at the Marina, 3. Presentation by Bay Restoration Authority
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Worth Noting:
The last City Council meetings before summer recess are on July 27th at 2 pm, 4 pm and 6 pm. City Council summer recess is July 28 – September 13, 2021. Item 28 in the July 27th agenda is Objective Standards for Density, Design and Shadows. The mayor said he will be submitting a supplement to the standards. Keep checking as nothing is posted yet. The full July 27th agenda follows the daily list of meetings.
Pre-registration Required:
- Water & Drought Community meeting at 7 pm Wednesday evening
- Climate Emergency Mobilization Task Force Webinar for a Fossil Free Bay Area at 9 am Friday.
Sunday, July 25, 2021 - No City meetings or events found.
Monday, July 26, 2021
Zero Waste Commission from 7 – 9 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/s/82587046286
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 825 8704 6286
AGENDA: 6. Staff Updates Cal Move Out/Mattress Recycling Pilot Program, Textile Recycling, FITES Committee Draft Plastic Bag Ordinance, Discussion and Action: 1. Recycling Markets Update, 2. Ecology Center and Community Conservation Centers New Contracts, 3. SB1383 County Ordinance and Berkeley Opt-in Ordinance possible Subcommittee, 4. Commission Restructuring, 5. Single Use Foodware and Litter Reduction Ordinance, city/County Reusables Messaging, Including Impacts of Drought/Water Use for washing Reusables.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Zero_Waste_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Tuesday, July 27, 2021
City Council Closed Session at 2 pm,
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82584536795
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 825 8453 6795
AGENDA: CONSENT: 1. Conference with Labor Negotiators, Employee Organizations: IBEW, Local 1245, SEIU 1021 Community Services and Part-Time Recreation Activity Leaders, Berkeley Fire Fighters Association Local 1227, Berkeley Police Association, SEIU Local 1021 Maintenance and Clerical Chapters, Local 1227 I.A.F.F./Berkeley Chief Fire Officers Association, Public Employees Union Local 1, Unrepresented Employees.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
City Council Special meeting at 4 pm,
Email: [email protected]
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81818068814
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 818 1806 8814
AGENDA: ZAB Appeal: 770 Page Street – for Use Permit to demolish single family dwelling and construct four 1500 sq ft single family dwellings on 5532 sq ft lot in MU-R zone. Staff recommend dismiss appeal and approve use permit.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
City Council Regular meeting at 6 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81818068814
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 818 1806 8814
on ACTION: 28. (a supplemental from Mayor Arreguin is supposed to accompany the objective standards – it is not posted as of 1pm 7/23/2021) Objective Standards Recommendations for Density, Design and Shadows from JSISHL https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
Wednesday, July 28, 2021
Support Rally at Sutter-Alta-Bates Hospital for Patient & Worker Safety, from 11 am – 1 pm
https://www.facebook.com/events/563541125030754
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board – IRA / AGA / Registration Committee at 5 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86550588046?pwd=ZzFWbzBPWHB3Y0oyNjRLZG1xK2hTZz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 865 5058 8046 Passcode: 268231
AGENDA: Discussion and Possible Action: 5. Proposal to mandate disclosure of rent control protections in leases, 6. Amending Regulation 503 to remove sunset language, 7. Regarding hiring an outside consultant to draft a report for the Board regarding rent control impacts of 2023-2031 Housing Element Update and any other potential demolition or land use issues, 8. Future Agenda items Tenant Occupancy limits, General Plan Update.
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Civic Arts Commission, from 6 – 8 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86147520326
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 861 4752 0326
AGENDA: 6. Presentations and Discussion Council Budget of $2,000,000 in American Rescue Plan for the Arts, Berkeley Art Works funded to date, 7. Action Items Approval of July slate of Berkeley Art Works Project Grants, Approval of mural design by Cecilia Bowman for boarded windows at 2026 Shattuck.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CivicArtsCommissionHomepage/
Energy Commission at 5 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86817261398
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 868 1726 1398
AGENDA: 6. Update from Office of Energy and Sustainable Development, Discussion and Action: 7. Climate Equity Fund Criteria and Program and Ideas, 8. Update on Berkeley Existing Building Electrification Strategy,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Energy_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Police Accountability Board – Subcommittee at 5:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86286225744
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 862 8622 5744
AGENDA: 5. a. Review proposed Draft Interim Regulations for Handling Complaints Against Sworn Members of BPD, b. Make recommendations to Police Accountability Board regarding the Draft Interim Regulations.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/ContentDisplay.aspx?id=162752
Water & Drought: A Virtual Community Meeting to discuss water and Drought at 7 pm
Pre-register for links: https://bit.ly/3rsPiVi
AGENDA: Speakers: Max Gromberg, State Water Resources Board and Alice Towey, EBMUD Water Conservation Manager
Thursday, July 29, 2021
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board - Eviction / Section 8 / Foreclosure at 5:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81341230557?pwd=V0l6U1FQeTJJWXZDckhVZEpVbHpGUT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 813 4123 0557 Passcode: 252922
AGENDA: Discussion and Possible Action: 5. Ellis Act, 6. Distressed Properties, 7. Invitation to BHA
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Reimagining Public Safety Task Force at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84701596327
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 847 0159 6327
AGENDA: Discussion/Action Items: Task Force Status and Overview, Community Engagement Update from National Institute for Criminal Justice Reform (NICJR) NICJR-Community Engagement Survey Report, NICJR-Initial Community Listening Sessions Results and Draft Report, Reimagining Public Safety Task Force Next Steps and Reflection NICJR Contract Update, Subcommittee Reports: Policing, Budget & Alternatives to Policing, Community Engagement, Improve and Reinvest, Alternative Solutions to Gender Based Violence.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/RIPST.aspx
Friday, July 30, 2021
Climate Emergency Mobilization Task Force, from 9 am – 12 pm
Register to receive links: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/fossil-fuel-free-bay-area-tickets-151339794399
AGENDA: Fossil Fuel Free Bay Area: What we need to do to phase out shipping and refining oil in a just transition to a Fossil Free Bay Area
https://cemtf.org
Saturday, July 31, 2021
BART's Berkeley-El Cerrito Corridor Access Plan (BECCAP) Meeting, from 10 am – 1 pm
Location at the Berkeley Downtown Farmer’s Market -(this is an in-person community meeting.)
Agenda: BART Planning is in process for how riders will reach Ashby and North Berkeley BART Stations after mixed-use housing projects are built on current parking lots.
https://www.bart.gov/about/planning/station-access/berkeley-elcerrito-corridor-plan/outreach
Sunday, August 1, 2021 - No City meetings or events found.
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Agenda for July 27 City Council Regular Meeting at 6 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81818068814
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 818 1806 8814
AGENDA: CONSENT: 2nd reading 1&2. 1. CM – Zoning Map Amendment of Parcels at 1709 Alcatraz, 3404 King 3244 Ellis, 1717 Alcatraz and 2024 Ashby rezone to Commercial – Adeline Corridor District (C-AC) and revise boundaries of the Adeline Corridor Specific Plan Area to include the 5 parcels, 2. Taplin – Amend BMC Section 14.56.070 for 3-Ton Commercial Truck Weight Limit between University and Dwight on Tenth Street, 3. Contract $163,008 7/1/2021-6/30/2022 with Berkeley YMCA for Fitness Center Memberships for City Employees, 4. Minutes, 5. CM – Designate a voting delegate (Hahn) and alternative (Taplin) for business meeting of the Annual League of CA Cities conference on 9/24/2021, 6. Contract $200,000 (Measure FF) with Citygate for Fire Dept Standards of Response Coverage study to include risk profile, optimum fire station locations, crew staffing deployment, work schedules, 7. Contract $100,000 with East Bay Sanctuary Covenant for Trauma Support Services Latinx / Latinas / Latinos for Prevention – early intervention, 8. Contract $100,000 with Pacific Center for Human Growth for LGBTQIA+, 9. Contract $31,846 with Center for Independent Living, 10. Contract add $616,819 total $7,440,430 with Innovative Claim Solutions (ICS) for administration of City’s Workers’ Compensation Program thru 6/30/2022, 11. Contract add $75,000 total $250,000 with Bartel Associates for Actuarial Consulting Services thru 12/31/2023, 12. Contract $1,119,580 (includes $101,780 contingency) with OBS Engineering, Inc for John Hinkel Park Amphitheater Area Improvements, 13. Contract add $120,000 total $278,000 with Siegal & Strain Architects for Design and Construction Administration Services for Cazadero Camp Jensen Dormitory Replacement project, 14. Contract add $40,000total $280,000 with Bellingham, Inc for Additional Dock Repairs at Berkeley Marina, 15. Contract add $146,000 total $439,000 with DMR Builders for the 125/127 University Tenant Improvement Project/renovation, 16. Dana Complete Streets Project by AC Transit install 2-way cycle track, bus boarding platform pending public works approval final construction drawings, 17. Energy Commission – Creation of Climate Equity Fund $600,000 (this was already passed through the FY2022 budget process) 18. Request for two additional meetings for Homeless Services Panel of Experts, 19. Arreguin - Contract $78,000 with Szabo & Associates for communications consulting services for Mayor’s office thru 6/30/2022, 20. Taplin – Letter of support SB 379 – bill prohibits UC from contracting with any health facility or subcontractor that limits a UC employed health care practitioner from providing patients with medical information, reproductive and gender-affirming services (UC has contracted with Dignity Health the largest Catholic Hospital network which recently argued before States Supreme court for its constitutional right to refuse to allow a transgender patient in Sacramento to undergo a hysterectomy.) 21. Bartlett, cosponsors Arreguin, Kesarwani - Proclamation Partition Remembrance Day, 22. Hahn , Arreguin– Accelerating City’s transition to Plant-based foods, resolution to decrease animal based food products byt 50% by 2024, 23. Hahn - Appointment of Beverly Greene to Board of Library Trustees. 24. Hahn – Letter to Senators Feinstein and Padilla in Support of Restaurant Revitalization Fund Replenishment Act, 25. Hahn, cosponsors Bartlett, Harrison – Contract for Grant-writing Services, 26. Wengraf – Call on US Government to negotiate the elimination of nuclear weapons, ACTION: 27. CM - Updated Fees for Home Occupations Ordinance, 28. ( a supplemental from Mayor Arreguin is supposed to accompany the objective standards – it is not posted as of 7/23/2021) Objective Standards Recommendations for Density, Design and Shadows from JSISHL, 29. CM – Rules of Procedure Revise rules for legislative process during COVID-19, INFORMATION REPORTS: 28. Referral Response to SB 1413 expediate development of teacher and school employee housing, 29. LPC Commission actions.
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
2943 Pine (construct a 2nd story) 9/28/2021
1205 Peralta (conversion of garage) 10/12/2021
770 Page (demolish existing unit and construct 4 detached) 7/27/2021
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with End of Appeal Period
1311 Carleton 8-10-2021
1025 Heinz 8-10-2021
1044 Park Hills 8/3/2021
1831-B Solano 8-3-2021
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSESSIONS
September 21 – 1. Housing Element (RHNA)
October 19 – 1. Update Zero Waste Rates and Priorities, 2. Berkeley Police Department Hiring Practices (referred by Public Safety Committee), 3. Crime Report
December 7 – 1. Review and Update on City’s COVID-19 Response, 2. WETA/Ferry Service at the Marina, 3. Presentation by Bay Restoration Authority
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
July 18 - July 25, 2021
Worth Noting:
So far, the last City Council meetings before summer recess are: July 20th and July 27th. City Council summer recess is July 28 – September 13, 2021. Item 28 in the July 27th agenda is Objective Standards for Density, Design and Shadows. The mayor said he will be submitting a supplement to the standards. Keep checking as nothing is posted yet. The full July 27th agenda follows the daily list of meetings.
Wednesday afternoon FITES meets at 2:30 pm on the plastic bag ordinance and the City Fleet Replacement Fund audit. Wednesday evening there are five overlapping meetings. The Labor Commission at 7 pm, Human Welfare & Community Action Commission at 6:30 pm and the Transportation Subcommittee on BART at 6 pm look to be the most interesting. The Transportation subcommittee on BART is taking over where CAG (Community Advisory Group for BART Station Housing Developments at Ashby and North Berkeley BART) left off on planning for BART parking.
Thursday – The Mental Health Commission at 7 pm starts with the FY 21/22 MHSA annual report presentation and public hearing. Item 5 on the agenda is the update on the SCU.
Friday – The outdoor movie in Grove Park is Akeelah and the Bee at 8:45.
Sunday, July 18, 2021 & Monday, July 19, 2021 - No City meetings or events found
Tuesday, July 20, 2021
Solano Avenue Business Improvement District Advisory Board at 10 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86475480085
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 864 7548 0085
AGENDA: 4. Review Invoices from SAA, 5. Projects / Goals for 2021 Collaboration with SAA – including Solano Revitalization, 6. Coordination & Communication with Solano Businesses as COVID restrictions all lifted, 7. Commissioner Recruitment.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Solano_BID_Board.aspx
City Council Special Meeting at 4 pm,
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89932150811
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 899 3215 0811
AGENDA: Use link for MOU details 1. MOU IBEW Local 1245, term 6/28/2020-6/30/2022, 2. MOU SEIU Local 1021, term 6/27/2021-6/26/2024, 3. MOU Berkeley Police Association, term 7/1/2021-6/30/2023, 4. Unrepresented Employees: Salary Update and Update to Unrepresented Employee Manual.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
City Council Special Meeting at 6 pm,
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89932150811
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 899 3215 0811
AGENDA: CONSENT: 1. Resolution Reviewing, Ratifying Local COVID-19 Emergency – continues the COVID Emergency, WORKSESSION: 2. Bayer Healthcare LLC Development Agreement Amendment, 3. Measure FF and Fire Prevention.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Wednesday, July 21, 2021
City Council Facilities, Infrastructure, Transportation, Environment & Sustainability Committee (FITES) at 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89578391060
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 895 853 5257
AGENDA: 2. Adopt an Ordinance to Regulate Plastic Bags at Retail and Food Service Establishments, 3. Presentation by City Auditor: Berkeley’s Fleet Replacement Fund Short by Millions.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Facilities,_Infrastructure,_Transportation,_Environment,___Sustainability.aspx
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board Outreach Committee at 5:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81940482696?pwd=eUtDSUxNanRpTTZ4S3NTblc5ODIxdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 819 4048 2696 Passcode: 377787
AGENDA: 4. Public Comment, 5. Tenant Survey, 6. Website, 7. Fair Chance Ordinance, 8. Cal Student Outreach.
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Commission on Labor at 7 – 9 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/97638388941?pwd=M0NZRzY5UXh5N05BR1BwZ0kvNXZTZz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 976 3838 894 Passcode: 324229
AGENDA: 6. Workplan, 7. Discussion new State Legislation that would prevent elected prosecutors from investigating police misconduct if they’ve accepted campaign funds from law enforcement unions, 8. Discussion of the labor shortage and its impact on economic recovery.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Labor_Homepage.aspx
Independent Redistricting Commission at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82156557519
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 821 5655 7519
AGENDA: 2. Discussion Regarding Outcomes from the July 10, 2021 Public Hearing and Next Steps in the Process, 3. Report from Community Outreach Subcommittee, 4. Independent Redistricting Commission Budget, 5. Status In-person meetings.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/redistricting/
Human Welfare & Community Action Commission at 6:30 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/4863098496
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 486 309 8496
AGENDA: 6. Low-income representative election, 7. Commission agenda item request process, 8. Commissioner Manual Review, 9. Review CoB funded agency Program and Financial reports, a. Through the Looking Glass, 10. Minutes, 11. Presentation Youth ALIVE, 12. Sidewalk Ordinance, 13. Accessibility issues Pathways, Grayson St. Staff v. Consultants; Ombudsman and concerns over Justice Dept ruling on Mental Health, 14. Alta Bates, 15. TOPA (Tenants Opportunity Act, 16. Citywide public restrooms report, 17. Disabled accessibility in high-density corridors, 18. Possible improvements to HWCAC request for proposal review process, 19. City Grant writer procurement, 20. Questionaire to Council regarding HWCAC priorities, 21. Current state of homelessness, 22. Possible action on letter to Council regarding commission mergers, 23. 24-hour emergency homeless shelter at 742 Grayson, 24. Air Quality, 25. Possible letter to Council regarding current situation at Pathways (and New Horizons) and supply of affordable housing throughout City.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Human_Welfare_and_Community_Action_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Transportation Commission Subcommittee BART Access Plan #1 at 6 - 8 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81668756576
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 816 6875 6576
AGENDA: 1. Transit Oriented Development and the Corridor access Plan, 2. Corridor Access Plan to date, 3. Next Phase: Set BART parking range & development initial station access options, defining the BART parking replacement range, developing menu of Initial Station Access Options, Strategy development and evaluation.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Transportation_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Thursday, July 22, 2021
Mental Health Commission at 7 – 9 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/96361748103
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 963 6174 8103
AGENDA: 3. Mental Health Service Act (MHSA) Annual Report FY21/22 presentation and public hearing, 4. Interview and vote on nomination of Tommy Escarega, 5. SCU update, 6. Re-imagining Task Force Update, 8. Public Education campaign, 9. Mental Health Manager’s Report and Caseload Statistics, 10. US Dept of Justice investigation of Santa Rita Jail.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Mental_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Zoning Adjustment Board at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/96948167628
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 969 4816 7628
AGENDA: 2. 1207 Tenth St – Staff Recommend Approve – demolish existing non-residential building on 12,800 sq ft industrial parcel and construct 3-story 20,390 sq ft mixed-use building with 2 live-work units containing Art/Craft Studio Workspaces, 12 Art/Craft Studios, a R&D facility, Light Manufacturing (shared fabrications shop) and Incidental Retail (Art Gallery), parking garage for 10 vehicles and 24 bicycles at ground level.
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
Friday, July 23, 2021
Outdoor movie at Grove Park: Akeelah and the Bee at 8:45 – 10:30 pm (free)
Location: Grove Park, 1730 Oregon
Please arrive 30 minutes before start of film, bring blankets, sleeping bags and/or low-back beach chairs. Alcohol free event.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=17436
Saturday, July 24, 2021 & Sunday, July 25, 2021 - No City meetings or events found
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Agenda for July 27, 2021 City Council Regular meeting at 6 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81818068814
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 818 1806 8814
- CONSENT: 2nd reading 1&2. 1. CM – Zoning Map Amendment of Parcels at 1709 Alcatraz, 3404 King 3244 Ellis, 1717 Alcatraz and 2024 Ashby rezone to Commercial – Adeline Corridor District (C-AC) and revise boundaries of the Adeline Corridor Specific Plan Area to include the 5 parcels, 2. Taplin – Amend BMC Section 14.56.070 for 3-Ton Commercial Truck Weight Limit between University and Dwight on Tenth Street, 3. Contract $163,008 7/1/2021-6/30/2022 with Berkeley YMCA for Fitness Center Memberships for City Employees, 2. Minutes, 4. Minutes, 5. CM – Designate a voting delegate (Hahn) and alternative (Taplin) for business meeting of the Annual League of CA Cities conference on 9/24/2021, 6. Contract $200,000 (Measure FF) with Citygate for Fire Dept Standards of Response Coverage study to include risk profile, optimum fire station locations, crew staffing deployment, work schedules, 7. Contract $100,000 with East Bay Sanctuary Covenant for Trauma Support Services Latinx / Latinas / Latinos for Prevention – early intervention, 8. Contract $100,000 with Pacific Center for Human Growth for LGBTQIA+, 9. Contract $31,846 with Center for Independent Living, 10. Contract add $616,819 total $7,440,430 with Innovative Claim Solutions (ICS) for administration of City’s Workers’ Compensation Program thru 6/30/2022, 11. Contrct add $75,000 total $250,000 with Bartel Associates for Actuarial Consulting Services thru 12/31/2023, 12. Contract $1,119,580 (includes $101,780 contingency) with OBS Engineering, Inc for John Hinkel Park Amphitheater Area Improvements, 13. Contract add $120,000 total $278,000 with Siegal & Strain Architects for Design and Construction Administration Services for Cazadero Camp Jensen Dormitory Replacement project, 14. Contract add $40,000total $280,000 with Bellingham, Inc for Additional Dock Repairs at Berkeley Marina, 15. Contract add $146,000 total $439,000 with DMR Builders for the 125/127 University Tenant Improvement Project/renovation, 16. Dana Complete Streets Project by AC Transit install 2-way cycle track, bus boarding platform pending public works approval final construction drawings, 17. Energy Commission – Creation of Climate Equity Fund $600,000 (this was already passed through the FY2022 budget process) 18. Request for two additional meetings for Homeless Services Panel of Experts, 19. Arreguin - Contract $78,000 with Szabo & Associates for communications consulting services for Mayor’s office thru 6/30/2022, 20. Taplin – Letter of support SB 379 – bill prohibits UC from contracting with any health facility or subcontractor that limits a UC employed health care practitioner from providing patients with medical information, reproductive and gender-affirming services (UC has contracted with Dignity Health the largest Catholic Hospital network which recently argued before States Supreme court for its constitutional right to refuse to allow a transgender patient in Sacramento to undergo a hysterectomy.) 21. Bartlett, cosponsors Arreguin, Kesarwani - Proclamation Partition Remembrance Day, 22. Hahn , Arreguin– Accelerating City’s transition to Plant-based foods, resolution to decrease animal based food products byt 50% by 2024, 23. Hahn - Appointment of Beverly Greene to Board of Library Trustees. 24. Hahn – Letter to Senators Feinstein and Padilla in Support of Restaurant Revitalization Fund Replenishment Act, 25. Hahn, cosponsors Bartlett, Harrison – Contract for Grant-writing Services, 26. Wengraf – Call on US Government to negotiate the elimination of nuclear weapons,
- ACTION: 27. CM - Updated Fees for Home Occupations Ordinance, 28. ( a supplemental from Mayor Arreguin is supposed to accompany the objective standards – it is not posted as of 1pm 7/18/2021) Objective Standards Recommendations for Density, Design and Shadows from JSISHL referral to Planning Commission and Design Review Committee pages 39 – 62 in packet), 29. CM – Rules of Procedure Revise rules for legislative process during COVID-19,
- INFORMATION REPORTS: 28. Referral Response to SB 1413 expediate development of teacher and school employee housing, 29. LPC Commission actions.
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
2943 Pine (construct a 2nd story) 9/28/2021
1205 Peralta (conversion of garage) 10/12/2021
770 Page (demolish existing unit and construct 4 detached) 7/27/2021
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with End of Appeal Period
1630 Carleton 7/26/2021
0 Cragmont 7/21/2021
1044 Park Hills 8/3/2021
1513.5 Prince 7/20/2021
1831-B Solano 8-3-2021
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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Worth Noting:
So far, the last City Council meetings before summer recess are: July 20th and July 27th. City Council summer recess is July 28 – September 13, 2021. Item 28 in the July 27th agenda is Objective Standards for Density, Design and Shadows. The mayor said he will be submitting a supplement to the standards. Keep checking as nothing is posted yet. The full July 27th agenda follows the daily list of meetings.
Wednesday afternoon FITES meets at 2:30 pm on the plastic bag ordinance and the City Fleet Replacement Fund audit. Wednesday evening there are five overlapping meetings. The Labor Commission at 7 pm, Human Welfare & Community Action Commission at 6:30 pm and the Transportation Subcommittee on BART at 6 pm look to be the most interesting. The Transportation subcommittee on BART is taking over where CAG (Community Advisory Group for BART Station Housing Developments at Ashby and North Berkeley BART) left off on planning for BART parking.
Thursday – The Mental Health Commission at 7 pm starts with the FY 21/22 MHSA annual report presentation and public hearing. Item 5 on the agenda is the update on the SCU.
Friday – The outdoor movie in Grove Park is Akeelah and the Bee at 8:45.
Sunday, July 18, 2021 & Monday, July 19, 2021 - No City meetings or events found
Tuesday, July 20, 2021
Solano Avenue Business Improvement District Advisory Board at 10 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86475480085
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 864 7548 0085
AGENDA: 4. Review Invoices from SAA, 5. Projects / Goals for 2021 Collaboration with SAA – including Solano Revitalization, 6. Coordination & Communication with Solano Businesses as COVID restrictions all lifted, 7. Commissioner Recruitment.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Solano_BID_Board.aspx
City Council Special Meeting at 4 pm,
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89932150811
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 899 3215 0811
AGENDA: Use link for MOU details 1. MOU IBEW Local 1245, term 6/28/2020-6/30/2022, 2. MOU SEIU Local 1021, term 6/27/2021-6/26/2024, 3. MOU Berkeley Police Association, term 7/1/2021-6/30/2023, 4. Unrepresented Employees: Salary Update and Update to Unrepresented Employee Manual.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
City Council Special Meeting at 6 pm,
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89932150811
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 899 3215 0811
AGENDA: CONSENT: 1. Resolution Reviewing, Ratifying Local COVID-19 Emergency – continues the COVID Emergency, WORKSESSION: 2. Bayer Healthcare LLC Development Agreement Amendment, 3. Measure FF and Fire Prevention.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Wednesday, July 21, 2021
City Council Facilities, Infrastructure, Transportation, Environment & Sustainability Committee (FITES) at 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89578391060
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 895 853 5257
AGENDA: 2. Adopt an Ordinance to Regulate Plastic Bags at Retail and Food Service Establishments, 3. Presentation by City Auditor: Berkeley’s Fleet Replacement Fund Short by Millions.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Facilities,_Infrastructure,_Transportation,_Environment,___Sustainability.aspx
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board Outreach Committee at 5:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81940482696?pwd=eUtDSUxNanRpTTZ4S3NTblc5ODIxdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 819 4048 2696 Passcode: 377787
AGENDA: 4. Public Comment, 5. Tenant Survey, 6. Website, 7. Fair Chance Ordinance, 8. Cal Student Outreach.
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Commission on Labor at 7 – 9 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/97638388941?pwd=M0NZRzY5UXh5N05BR1BwZ0kvNXZTZz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 976 3838 894 Passcode: 324229
AGENDA: 6. Workplan, 7. Discussion new State Legislation that would prevent elected prosecutors from investigating police misconduct if they’ve accepted campaign funds from law enforcement unions, 8. Discussion of the labor shortage and its impact on economic recovery.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Labor_Homepage.aspx
Independent Redistricting Commission at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82156557519
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 821 5655 7519
AGENDA: 2. Discussion Regarding Outcomes from the July 10, 2021 Public Hearing and Next Steps in the Process, 3. Report from Community Outreach Subcommittee, 4. Independent Redistricting Commission Budget, 5. Status In-person meetings.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/redistricting/
Human Welfare & Community Action Commission at 6:30 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/4863098496
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 486 309 8496
AGENDA: 6. Low-income representative election, 7. Commission agenda item request process, 8. Commissioner Manual Review, 9. Review CoB funded agency Program and Financial reports, a. Through the Looking Glass, 10. Minutes, 11. Presentation Youth ALIVE, 12. Sidewalk Ordinance, 13. Accessibility issues Pathways, Grayson St. Staff v. Consultants; Ombudsman and concerns over Justice Dept ruling on Mental Health, 14. Alta Bates, 15. TOPA (Tenants Opportunity Act, 16. Citywide public restrooms report, 17. Disabled accessibility in high-density corridors, 18. Possible improvements to HWCAC request for proposal review process, 19. City Grant writer procurement, 20. Questionaire to Council regarding HWCAC priorities, 21. Current state of homelessness, 22. Possible action on letter to Council regarding commission mergers, 23. 24-hour emergency homeless shelter at 742 Grayson, 24. Air Quality, 25. Possible letter to Council regarding current situation at Pathways (and New Horizons) and supply of affordable housing throughout City.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Human_Welfare_and_Community_Action_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Transportation Commission Subcommittee BART Access Plan #1 at 6 - 8 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81668756576
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 816 6875 6576
AGENDA: 1. Transit Oriented Development and the Corridor access Plan, 2. Corridor Access Plan to date, 3. Next Phase: Set BART parking range & development initial station access options, defining the BART parking replacement range, developing menu of Initial Station Access Options, Strategy development and evaluation.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Transportation_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Thursday, July 22, 2021
Mental Health Commission at 7 – 9 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/96361748103
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 963 6174 8103
AGENDA: 3. Mental Health Service Act (MHSA) Annual Report FY21/22 presentation and public hearing, 4. Interview and vote on nomination of Tommy Escarega, 5. SCU update, 6. Re-imagining Task Force Update, 8. Public Education campaign, 9. Mental Health Manager’s Report and Caseload Statistics, 10. US Dept of Justice investigation of Santa Rita Jail.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Mental_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Zoning Adjustment Board at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/96948167628
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 969 4816 7628
AGENDA: 2. 1207 Tenth St – Staff Recommend Approve – demolish existing non-residential building on 12,800 sq ft industrial parcel and construct 3-story 20,390 sq ft mixed-use building with 2 live-work units containing Art/Craft Studio Workspaces, 12 Art/Craft Studios, a R&D facility, Light Manufacturing (shared fabrications shop) and Incidental Retail (Art Gallery), parking garage for 10 vehicles and 24 bicycles at ground level.
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
Friday, July 23, 2021
Outdoor movie at Grove Park: Akeelah and the Bee at 8:45 – 10:30 pm (free)
Location: Grove Park, 1730 Oregon
Please arrive 30 minutes before start of film, bring blankets, sleeping bags and/or low-back beach chairs. Alcohol free event.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=17436
Saturday, July 24, 2021 & Sunday, July 25, 2021 - No City meetings or events found
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Agenda for July 27, 2021 City Council Regular meeting at 6 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81818068814
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 818 1806 8814
- CONSENT: 2nd reading 1&2. 1. CM – Zoning Map Amendment of Parcels at 1709 Alcatraz, 3404 King 3244 Ellis, 1717 Alcatraz and 2024 Ashby rezone to Commercial – Adeline Corridor District (C-AC) and revise boundaries of the Adeline Corridor Specific Plan Area to include the 5 parcels, 2. Taplin – Amend BMC Section 14.56.070 for 3-Ton Commercial Truck Weight Limit between University and Dwight on Tenth Street, 3. Contract $163,008 7/1/2021-6/30/2022 with Berkeley YMCA for Fitness Center Memberships for City Employees, 2. Minutes, 4. Minutes, 5. CM – Designate a voting delegate (Hahn) and alternative (Taplin) for business meeting of the Annual League of CA Cities conference on 9/24/2021, 6. Contract $200,000 (Measure FF) with Citygate for Fire Dept Standards of Response Coverage study to include risk profile, optimum fire station locations, crew staffing deployment, work schedules, 7. Contract $100,000 with East Bay Sanctuary Covenant for Trauma Support Services Latinx / Latinas / Latinos for Prevention – early intervention, 8. Contract $100,000 with Pacific Center for Human Growth for LGBTQIA+, 9. Contract $31,846 with Center for Independent Living, 10. Contract add $616,819 total $7,440,430 with Innovative Claim Solutions (ICS) for administration of City’s Workers’ Compensation Program thru 6/30/2022, 11. Contrct add $75,000 total $250,000 with Bartel Associates for Actuarial Consulting Services thru 12/31/2023, 12. Contract $1,119,580 (includes $101,780 contingency) with OBS Engineering, Inc for John Hinkel Park Amphitheater Area Improvements, 13. Contract add $120,000 total $278,000 with Siegal & Strain Architects for Design and Construction Administration Services for Cazadero Camp Jensen Dormitory Replacement project, 14. Contract add $40,000total $280,000 with Bellingham, Inc for Additional Dock Repairs at Berkeley Marina, 15. Contract add $146,000 total $439,000 with DMR Builders for the 125/127 University Tenant Improvement Project/renovation, 16. Dana Complete Streets Project by AC Transit install 2-way cycle track, bus boarding platform pending public works approval final construction drawings, 17. Energy Commission – Creation of Climate Equity Fund $600,000 (this was already passed through the FY2022 budget process) 18. Request for two additional meetings for Homeless Services Panel of Experts, 19. Arreguin - Contract $78,000 with Szabo & Associates for communications consulting services for Mayor’s office thru 6/30/2022, 20. Taplin – Letter of support SB 379 – bill prohibits UC from contracting with any health facility or subcontractor that limits a UC employed health care practitioner from providing patients with medical information, reproductive and gender-affirming services (UC has contracted with Dignity Health the largest Catholic Hospital network which recently argued before States Supreme court for its constitutional right to refuse to allow a transgender patient in Sacramento to undergo a hysterectomy.) 21. Bartlett, cosponsors Arreguin, Kesarwani - Proclamation Partition Remembrance Day, 22. Hahn , Arreguin– Accelerating City’s transition to Plant-based foods, resolution to decrease animal based food products byt 50% by 2024, 23. Hahn - Appointment of Beverly Greene to Board of Library Trustees. 24. Hahn – Letter to Senators Feinstein and Padilla in Support of Restaurant Revitalization Fund Replenishment Act, 25. Hahn, cosponsors Bartlett, Harrison – Contract for Grant-writing Services, 26. Wengraf – Call on US Government to negotiate the elimination of nuclear weapons,
- ACTION: 27. CM - Updated Fees for Home Occupations Ordinance, 28. ( a supplemental from Mayor Arreguin is supposed to accompany the objective standards – it is not posted as of 1pm 7/18/2021) Objective Standards Recommendations for Density, Design and Shadows from JSISHL referral to Planning Commission and Design Review Committee pages 39 – 62 in packet), 29. CM – Rules of Procedure Revise rules for legislative process during COVID-19,
- INFORMATION REPORTS: 28. Referral Response to SB 1413 expediate development of teacher and school employee housing, 29. LPC Commission actions.
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
2943 Pine (construct a 2nd story) 9/28/2021
1205 Peralta (conversion of garage) 10/12/2021
770 Page (demolish existing unit and construct 4 detached) 7/27/2021
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with End of Appeal Period
1630 Carleton 7/26/2021
0 Cragmont 7/21/2021
1044 Park Hills 8/3/2021
1513.5 Prince 7/20/2021
1831-B Solano 8-3-2021
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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July 11 - July 18, 2021
Worth Noting:
City Council has only two scheduled meetings July 13 and July 27 before Summer recess July 28 – September 13, 2021.
Monday the Agenda and Rules Committee at 2:30 pm reviews the draft for the last council meeting before summer recess. Item 19 in the proposed agenda is Objective Standards Recommendations for Density, Design and Shadows from JSISHL referral to Planning Commission and Design Review Committee (pages 39 – 62 in packet),
Tuesday is the Regular City Council meeting at 6 pm. Item 14 is the Accessory Dwelling ordinance and item 18 is the appointment of the Police Accountability Board appointment of members.
Wednesday the Planning Commission at 7 pm will conduct a public hearing on the Bayer proposed Community Benefits Package.
Thursday the Design Review Committee at 7 pm will consider the 800 Dwight Way – (Bayer)
Friday the Climate Emergency Mobilization Task Force at 9 am will offer a webinar on Building Decarbonization. Pre-registration for this free event is required.
Sunday, July 11, 2021 - No City meetings or events found
Monday, July 12, 2021
Agenda and Rules Committee at 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87224858589
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 872 2485 8589
AGENDA: 2. Review Draft Agenda for 7-27-2021 regular Council Meeting – (Full Draft agenda included in this post after list of city meetings), 5. Council Worksessions, 6. Referrals to Agenda Committee, 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review: 8. Impact of COVID-19 on meetings, Unscheduled Items: 9. Strengthening and Supporting City Commissions, 10. Return to In-Person Meetings, (next meeting August 30).
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
Tuesday, July 13, 2021
City Council Closed Session at 4 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86076393598
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 860 7639 3598
AGENDA: 1. Pending Litigation a. City of Berkeley (CoB) v. Regents of UC No. RG19023058. B. Save Berkeley’s Neighborhoods, et al., v. Regents of UC No. RG19006256, 2. Conference with legal counsel consider whether to initiate a lawsuit against the Regents of UC related to LRDP (Long Range Development Plan).
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
City Council Regular Meeting at 6 pm,
Email: [email protected]
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82181611485
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 821 8161 1485
Use link or scroll through list week of city meetings to full agenda
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Wednesday, July 14, 2021
City Council Closed Session at 3 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81700770490
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 817 0077 0490
AGENDA: 1. Pending Litigation a. WCAB Case No #ADJ1556675 and ADJ10831595, 2. Conference with Labor Negotiators employee organizations IBEWm Local 1245, SEIU 1021 Community Services and Part-time Recreation Activity Leaders, Berkeley Fire Fighters Association Local 1227, Berkeley Police Association SEIU Local 1021 Maintenance and Clerical Chapters, Berkeley Fire Fighters Local 1227 I.A.F.F./Berkeley Chief Fire Officers Association, Public Employees Union Local 1, Unrepresented Employees.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board IRA/AGA/Registration at 5 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88313434616?pwd=QWpyNm1HVmdIdFB3cFplaTFDK01LZz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 883 1343 4616 Passcode: 016947
AGENDA: 4. Public Comment, Discussion& Possible Action: 5. Proposal to mandate disclosure of rent control protections in leases, 6. Regulation 503 to remove sunset language, 7. Hiring an outside consultant to draft a report for the Board regarding the rent control impacts of Council’s initiation of 2023-2031 Housing Element Update.
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Homeless Commission at 7 – 9 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/96645301465
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 966 4530 1465
AGENDA: Updates/Action Items: 5. & 6. Presentation and discussion Sidewalk ordinance, RV ordinance, 7. Measure P recommendations, 8. Vaccination rates unsheltered, sheltered, 9. Changes planned for shelters 1281 University, 1654 Fourth street, 10. Status of RFQ for nonprofit housing developers to rehabilitate hotels, 11. Grants being applied for under ARPA, 12. Cal Trans cleaning, 13. Disability access.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Homeless_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Planning Commission at 7 – 10 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/95541508344
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 955 4150 8344
AGENDA: 9. Election, 10. Elect Planning commissions Representative to BART CAG, 11. Public Hearing Workshop Regarding the Proposed Community Benefits Package for Bayer Healthcare LLC Development Agreement.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Thursday, July 15, 2021
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board at 7 pm
Links for virtual meeting and agenda not posted check after Monday.
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Design Review Committee at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/92989533084
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 929 8953 3084
AGENDA: 1. 800 Dwight Way – Bayer Healthcare LLC - advisory comments
2. 2902 Adeline – Final Design Review – redevelop 3 parcels at 2902 and 2908 Adeline and 1946 Russell which includes the demolition of one residential structure and one mixed-use structure and construction of 6-story mixed-use building with 4 live/work units and 50 dwelling units including 4 available to very low income households, 56 bicycle spaces and 24 stacked parking for 24 vehicles,
3. 2176 Kittredge – Final Design Review – construct new 7-story mixed-use building including 165 residential units, ground level retail and underground parking, project includes the demolition of non-residential building and 1-story gas station and car wash.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/designreview/
Fair Campaign Practices and Open Government Commission meetings cancelled
Friday, July 16, 2021
Climate Emergency Mobilization Task Force at 9am – 12 pm
This event is free registration is required
Register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/climate-safe-buildingsbuilding-decarbonization-tickets-157304657465
AGENDA: Building Decarbonization
http://cemtf.org
Saturday, July 17, 2021 & Sunday, July 18, 2021 - No City meetings or events found
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Agenda and Rules Committee Meeting DRAFT Agenda for City Council July 27, 2021
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87224858589
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 872 2485 8589
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
CONSENT: 1. Contract $163,008 7/1/2021-6/30/2022 with Berkeley YMCA for Fitness Center Memberships for City Employees, 2. Minutes, 3. Contract $200,000 (Measure FF) with Citygate for Fire Dept Standards of Response Coverage study to include risk profile, optimum fire station locations, crew staffing deployment, work schedules, 4-6 Funded thru CA Mental Health Services Act to 6/30/2022, 4. Contract $100,000 with East Bay Sanctuary Covenant for Trauma Support Services Latinx/Latinas/Latinos for Prevention – early intervention 5. Contract $100,000 with Pacific Center for Human Growth for LGBTQIA+, 6. Contract $31,846 with Center for Independent Living, 7. Contract add $616,819 total $7,440,430 with Innovative Claim Solutions (ICS) for administration of City’s Workers’ Compensation Program thru 6/30/2022, 8. Contrct add $75,000 total $250,000 with Bartel Associates for Actuarial Consulting Services thru 12/31/2023, 9. Contract $1,119,580 (includes $101,780 contingency) with OBS Engineering, Inc for John Hinkel Park Amphitheater Area Improvements, 10. Contract add $120,000 total $278,000 with Siegal & Strain Architects for Design and Construction Administration Services for Cazadero Camp Jensen Dormitory Replacement project, 11. Contract add $40,000total $280,000 with Bellingham, Inc for Additional Dock Repairs at Berkeley Marina, 13. Contract add $146,000 total $439,000 with DMR Builders for the 125/127 University Tenant Improvement Project/renovation, 14. Dana Complete Streets Project by AC Transit install 2-way cycle track, bus boarding platform pending public works approval final construction drawings, 15. Request for two additional meetings for Homeless Services Panel of Experts, 16. Taplin – Letter of support SB 379 – bill prohibits UC from contracting with any health facility or subcontractor that limits a UC employed health care practitioner from providing patients with medical information, reproductive and gender-affirming services (UC has contracted with Dignity Health the largest Catholic Hospital network which recently argued before States Supreme court for its constitutional right to refuse to allow a transgender patient in Sacramento to undergo a hysterectomy.) 17. Bartlett, cosponsors Arreguin, Kesarwani - Proclamation Partition Remembrance Day;
-on ACTION: 18. CM - Updated Fees for Home Occupations Ordinance, 19. Objective Standards Recommendations for Density, Design and Shadows from JSISHL referral to Planning Commission and Design Review Committee pages 39 – 62 in packet), 20. City Mgr (CM) – Rules of Procedure Revise rules for legislative process during COVID-19, CM – Designate a voting delegate and alternative for business meeting of the Annual League of CA Cities conference on 9/24/2021, 22. Energy Commission – Creation of Climate Equity Fund $600,000, 23. Arreguin - Contract $78,000 with Szabo & Associates for communications consulting services for Mayor’s office thru 6/30/2022, 24. Taplin – Ghost Gun Precursor Parts Ordinance, prohibits any person other than licensed manufacturer or importer from possessing, selling, transferring, purchasing, transporting, receiving or manufacturing and unfinished firearm that has not been imprinted with a serial numbers, 25. Hahn , Arreguin– Accelerating City’s transition to Plant-based foods, resolution to decrease animal based food products byt 50% by 2024, 26. Hahn, cosponsors Bartlett, Harrison – Contract for Grant-wriging Services, 27. Wengraf – Call on US Government to negotiate the elimination of nuclear weapons;
-on INFORMATION REPORTS: 28. Referral Response to SB 1413 to expedite development of teacher and school employee housing, 29. LPC Commission actions.
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July 13 City Council Regular Meeting, at 6 pm; email comments to [email protected]
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82181611485
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 821 8161 1485
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Agenda: -on CONSENT: 1. 2nd reading FY2022 Tax rate Measure E for emergency services for severely disabled $0.01796 per sq ft improvements, 2. 2nd reading FY2022 Annual appropriations $673,601,287 gross ($552,265,708 net), 3. Formal Bid Solicitations $663,976, 4. Contract $1,200,000 (includes 7.3% contingency $82,000) with ERA Construction, Inc. for the O&K Docks Electrical Upgrade Project at the Berkeley Marina, 5. Amend Contract add $50,000 total $2,144,056 with Suarez and Munoz Construction for San Pablo Park Playground and Tennis Court Renovation Project, 6. Authorize City Manager (CM) to accept Regional Early Action Planning (REAP) grants of $75,000 (competitive), $83,506 (non-competitive) and Priority Development Area (PDA) Grant $750,000 for San Pablo Ave, 7. Accept Grant $135,462 from CA Highway Patrol (CHP) Cannabis Tax Fund to reduce impaired driving detection/investigation training for officers, community education in Berkeley, 8. Resolution approving adjusted fees for 2018 Clean Stormwater Fee, 9. Contract $702,384 (includes $117,064 contingency) for Central Library Waterproofing & Restoration Project, 10. Amend Contract add $150,000 total $200,000 and extend by 2 yr to 11/30/2023 with New Image Landscape Co. for on-call landscaping services, 11. Resolution supporting ending Qualified Immunity Act, ACTION: 12. . Arreguin co-sponsors Hahn, Wengraf – Endorse All Home CA Regional Action Plan on Homelessness, 13. CM – Zoning Map Amendment of Parcels at 1709 Alcatraz, 3404 King 3244 Ellis, 1717 Alcatraz and 2024 Ashby rezone to Commercial – Adeline Corridor District (C-AC) and revise boundaries of the Adeline Corridor Specific Plan Area to include the 5 parcels, 14. CM – Conduct a public hearing and adopt the first reading of local Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) ordinance, 15. Harrison, co-sponsors Bartlett, Taplin – Adopt Resolution Updating City of Berkeley (CoB) Street Maintenance and Rehabilitation Policy and Refer to Facilities, Infrastructure, Transportation, Environment and Sustainability (FITES) potential bonding and funding opportunities for improving the Paving Condition Index (PCI), 16. CM – Housing Element Annual Progress Report, 17. Taplin – Amend BMC Section 14.56.070 for 3-Ton Commercial Truck Weight Limit between University and Dwight on Tenth Street, Ninth Street, Eighth Street and Seventh Street, 18. Police Accountability Board – Appointment of Members, INFORMATION REPORTS: Work Plans, 19. Animal Care Commission 2021/2022, 20. Commission on Disability, 21. Sugar-Sweetened Beverage Product Panel of Experts.
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
2943 Pine (construct a 2nd story) 9/28/2021
1205 Peralta (conversion of garage) 10/12/2021
770 Page (demolish existing unit and construct 4 detached) 7/27/2021
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with End of Appeal Period
0 Cragmont 7/21/2021
1131 Hillview 7/13/2021
1513.5 7/20/2021
2326 Roosevelt 7/13/2021
3015 San Pablo 7/13/2021
2768 Shasta 7/13/2021
2000 University 7/13/2021
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSESSIONS
July 20 – 1. Bayer Development Agreement (tentative), 2. Measure FF/Fire Prevention
September 21 – 1. Housing Element (RHNA)
October 19 – 1. Update Zero Waste Rates and Priorities, 2. Berkeley Police Department Hiring Practices (referred by Public Safety Committee), 3. Crime Report
December 7 – 1. Review and Update on City’s COVID-19 Response, 2. WETA/Ferry Service at the Marina, 3. Presentation by Bay Restoration Authority
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Worth Noting:
City Council has only two scheduled meetings July 13 and July 27 before Summer recess July 28 – September 13, 2021.
Monday the Agenda and Rules Committee at 2:30 pm reviews the draft for the last council meeting before summer recess. Item 19 in the proposed agenda is Objective Standards Recommendations for Density, Design and Shadows from JSISHL referral to Planning Commission and Design Review Committee (pages 39 – 62 in packet),
Tuesday is the Regular City Council meeting at 6 pm. Item 14 is the Accessory Dwelling ordinance and item 18 is the appointment of the Police Accountability Board appointment of members.
Wednesday the Planning Commission at 7 pm will conduct a public hearing on the Bayer proposed Community Benefits Package.
Thursday the Design Review Committee at 7 pm will consider the 800 Dwight Way – (Bayer)
Friday the Climate Emergency Mobilization Task Force at 9 am will offer a webinar on Building Decarbonization. Pre-registration for this free event is required.
Sunday, July 11, 2021 - No City meetings or events found
Monday, July 12, 2021
Agenda and Rules Committee at 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87224858589
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 872 2485 8589
AGENDA: 2. Review Draft Agenda for 7-27-2021 regular Council Meeting – (Full Draft agenda included in this post after list of city meetings), 5. Council Worksessions, 6. Referrals to Agenda Committee, 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review: 8. Impact of COVID-19 on meetings, Unscheduled Items: 9. Strengthening and Supporting City Commissions, 10. Return to In-Person Meetings, (next meeting August 30).
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
Tuesday, July 13, 2021
City Council Closed Session at 4 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86076393598
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 860 7639 3598
AGENDA: 1. Pending Litigation a. City of Berkeley (CoB) v. Regents of UC No. RG19023058. B. Save Berkeley’s Neighborhoods, et al., v. Regents of UC No. RG19006256, 2. Conference with legal counsel consider whether to initiate a lawsuit against the Regents of UC related to LRDP (Long Range Development Plan).
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
City Council Regular Meeting at 6 pm,
Email: [email protected]
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82181611485
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 821 8161 1485
Use link or scroll through list week of city meetings to full agenda
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Wednesday, July 14, 2021
City Council Closed Session at 3 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81700770490
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 817 0077 0490
AGENDA: 1. Pending Litigation a. WCAB Case No #ADJ1556675 and ADJ10831595, 2. Conference with Labor Negotiators employee organizations IBEWm Local 1245, SEIU 1021 Community Services and Part-time Recreation Activity Leaders, Berkeley Fire Fighters Association Local 1227, Berkeley Police Association SEIU Local 1021 Maintenance and Clerical Chapters, Berkeley Fire Fighters Local 1227 I.A.F.F./Berkeley Chief Fire Officers Association, Public Employees Union Local 1, Unrepresented Employees.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board IRA/AGA/Registration at 5 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88313434616?pwd=QWpyNm1HVmdIdFB3cFplaTFDK01LZz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 883 1343 4616 Passcode: 016947
AGENDA: 4. Public Comment, Discussion& Possible Action: 5. Proposal to mandate disclosure of rent control protections in leases, 6. Regulation 503 to remove sunset language, 7. Hiring an outside consultant to draft a report for the Board regarding the rent control impacts of Council’s initiation of 2023-2031 Housing Element Update.
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Homeless Commission at 7 – 9 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/96645301465
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 966 4530 1465
AGENDA: Updates/Action Items: 5. & 6. Presentation and discussion Sidewalk ordinance, RV ordinance, 7. Measure P recommendations, 8. Vaccination rates unsheltered, sheltered, 9. Changes planned for shelters 1281 University, 1654 Fourth street, 10. Status of RFQ for nonprofit housing developers to rehabilitate hotels, 11. Grants being applied for under ARPA, 12. Cal Trans cleaning, 13. Disability access.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Homeless_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Planning Commission at 7 – 10 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/95541508344
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 955 4150 8344
AGENDA: 9. Election, 10. Elect Planning commissions Representative to BART CAG, 11. Public Hearing Workshop Regarding the Proposed Community Benefits Package for Bayer Healthcare LLC Development Agreement.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Thursday, July 15, 2021
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board at 7 pm
Links for virtual meeting and agenda not posted check after Monday.
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Design Review Committee at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/92989533084
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 929 8953 3084
AGENDA: 1. 800 Dwight Way – Bayer Healthcare LLC - advisory comments
2. 2902 Adeline – Final Design Review – redevelop 3 parcels at 2902 and 2908 Adeline and 1946 Russell which includes the demolition of one residential structure and one mixed-use structure and construction of 6-story mixed-use building with 4 live/work units and 50 dwelling units including 4 available to very low income households, 56 bicycle spaces and 24 stacked parking for 24 vehicles,
3. 2176 Kittredge – Final Design Review – construct new 7-story mixed-use building including 165 residential units, ground level retail and underground parking, project includes the demolition of non-residential building and 1-story gas station and car wash.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/designreview/
Fair Campaign Practices and Open Government Commission meetings cancelled
Friday, July 16, 2021
Climate Emergency Mobilization Task Force at 9am – 12 pm
This event is free registration is required
Register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/climate-safe-buildingsbuilding-decarbonization-tickets-157304657465
AGENDA: Building Decarbonization
http://cemtf.org
Saturday, July 17, 2021 & Sunday, July 18, 2021 - No City meetings or events found
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Agenda and Rules Committee Meeting DRAFT Agenda for City Council July 27, 2021
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87224858589
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 872 2485 8589
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
CONSENT: 1. Contract $163,008 7/1/2021-6/30/2022 with Berkeley YMCA for Fitness Center Memberships for City Employees, 2. Minutes, 3. Contract $200,000 (Measure FF) with Citygate for Fire Dept Standards of Response Coverage study to include risk profile, optimum fire station locations, crew staffing deployment, work schedules, 4-6 Funded thru CA Mental Health Services Act to 6/30/2022, 4. Contract $100,000 with East Bay Sanctuary Covenant for Trauma Support Services Latinx/Latinas/Latinos for Prevention – early intervention 5. Contract $100,000 with Pacific Center for Human Growth for LGBTQIA+, 6. Contract $31,846 with Center for Independent Living, 7. Contract add $616,819 total $7,440,430 with Innovative Claim Solutions (ICS) for administration of City’s Workers’ Compensation Program thru 6/30/2022, 8. Contrct add $75,000 total $250,000 with Bartel Associates for Actuarial Consulting Services thru 12/31/2023, 9. Contract $1,119,580 (includes $101,780 contingency) with OBS Engineering, Inc for John Hinkel Park Amphitheater Area Improvements, 10. Contract add $120,000 total $278,000 with Siegal & Strain Architects for Design and Construction Administration Services for Cazadero Camp Jensen Dormitory Replacement project, 11. Contract add $40,000total $280,000 with Bellingham, Inc for Additional Dock Repairs at Berkeley Marina, 13. Contract add $146,000 total $439,000 with DMR Builders for the 125/127 University Tenant Improvement Project/renovation, 14. Dana Complete Streets Project by AC Transit install 2-way cycle track, bus boarding platform pending public works approval final construction drawings, 15. Request for two additional meetings for Homeless Services Panel of Experts, 16. Taplin – Letter of support SB 379 – bill prohibits UC from contracting with any health facility or subcontractor that limits a UC employed health care practitioner from providing patients with medical information, reproductive and gender-affirming services (UC has contracted with Dignity Health the largest Catholic Hospital network which recently argued before States Supreme court for its constitutional right to refuse to allow a transgender patient in Sacramento to undergo a hysterectomy.) 17. Bartlett, cosponsors Arreguin, Kesarwani - Proclamation Partition Remembrance Day;
-on ACTION: 18. CM - Updated Fees for Home Occupations Ordinance, 19. Objective Standards Recommendations for Density, Design and Shadows from JSISHL referral to Planning Commission and Design Review Committee pages 39 – 62 in packet), 20. City Mgr (CM) – Rules of Procedure Revise rules for legislative process during COVID-19, CM – Designate a voting delegate and alternative for business meeting of the Annual League of CA Cities conference on 9/24/2021, 22. Energy Commission – Creation of Climate Equity Fund $600,000, 23. Arreguin - Contract $78,000 with Szabo & Associates for communications consulting services for Mayor’s office thru 6/30/2022, 24. Taplin – Ghost Gun Precursor Parts Ordinance, prohibits any person other than licensed manufacturer or importer from possessing, selling, transferring, purchasing, transporting, receiving or manufacturing and unfinished firearm that has not been imprinted with a serial numbers, 25. Hahn , Arreguin– Accelerating City’s transition to Plant-based foods, resolution to decrease animal based food products byt 50% by 2024, 26. Hahn, cosponsors Bartlett, Harrison – Contract for Grant-wriging Services, 27. Wengraf – Call on US Government to negotiate the elimination of nuclear weapons;
-on INFORMATION REPORTS: 28. Referral Response to SB 1413 to expedite development of teacher and school employee housing, 29. LPC Commission actions.
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July 13 City Council Regular Meeting, at 6 pm; email comments to [email protected]
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82181611485
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 821 8161 1485
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Agenda: -on CONSENT: 1. 2nd reading FY2022 Tax rate Measure E for emergency services for severely disabled $0.01796 per sq ft improvements, 2. 2nd reading FY2022 Annual appropriations $673,601,287 gross ($552,265,708 net), 3. Formal Bid Solicitations $663,976, 4. Contract $1,200,000 (includes 7.3% contingency $82,000) with ERA Construction, Inc. for the O&K Docks Electrical Upgrade Project at the Berkeley Marina, 5. Amend Contract add $50,000 total $2,144,056 with Suarez and Munoz Construction for San Pablo Park Playground and Tennis Court Renovation Project, 6. Authorize City Manager (CM) to accept Regional Early Action Planning (REAP) grants of $75,000 (competitive), $83,506 (non-competitive) and Priority Development Area (PDA) Grant $750,000 for San Pablo Ave, 7. Accept Grant $135,462 from CA Highway Patrol (CHP) Cannabis Tax Fund to reduce impaired driving detection/investigation training for officers, community education in Berkeley, 8. Resolution approving adjusted fees for 2018 Clean Stormwater Fee, 9. Contract $702,384 (includes $117,064 contingency) for Central Library Waterproofing & Restoration Project, 10. Amend Contract add $150,000 total $200,000 and extend by 2 yr to 11/30/2023 with New Image Landscape Co. for on-call landscaping services, 11. Resolution supporting ending Qualified Immunity Act, ACTION: 12. . Arreguin co-sponsors Hahn, Wengraf – Endorse All Home CA Regional Action Plan on Homelessness, 13. CM – Zoning Map Amendment of Parcels at 1709 Alcatraz, 3404 King 3244 Ellis, 1717 Alcatraz and 2024 Ashby rezone to Commercial – Adeline Corridor District (C-AC) and revise boundaries of the Adeline Corridor Specific Plan Area to include the 5 parcels, 14. CM – Conduct a public hearing and adopt the first reading of local Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) ordinance, 15. Harrison, co-sponsors Bartlett, Taplin – Adopt Resolution Updating City of Berkeley (CoB) Street Maintenance and Rehabilitation Policy and Refer to Facilities, Infrastructure, Transportation, Environment and Sustainability (FITES) potential bonding and funding opportunities for improving the Paving Condition Index (PCI), 16. CM – Housing Element Annual Progress Report, 17. Taplin – Amend BMC Section 14.56.070 for 3-Ton Commercial Truck Weight Limit between University and Dwight on Tenth Street, Ninth Street, Eighth Street and Seventh Street, 18. Police Accountability Board – Appointment of Members, INFORMATION REPORTS: Work Plans, 19. Animal Care Commission 2021/2022, 20. Commission on Disability, 21. Sugar-Sweetened Beverage Product Panel of Experts.
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
2943 Pine (construct a 2nd story) 9/28/2021
1205 Peralta (conversion of garage) 10/12/2021
770 Page (demolish existing unit and construct 4 detached) 7/27/2021
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with End of Appeal Period
0 Cragmont 7/21/2021
1131 Hillview 7/13/2021
1513.5 7/20/2021
2326 Roosevelt 7/13/2021
3015 San Pablo 7/13/2021
2768 Shasta 7/13/2021
2000 University 7/13/2021
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSESSIONS
July 20 – 1. Bayer Development Agreement (tentative), 2. Measure FF/Fire Prevention
September 21 – 1. Housing Element (RHNA)
October 19 – 1. Update Zero Waste Rates and Priorities, 2. Berkeley Police Department Hiring Practices (referred by Public Safety Committee), 3. Crime Report
December 7 – 1. Review and Update on City’s COVID-19 Response, 2. WETA/Ferry Service at the Marina, 3. Presentation by Bay Restoration Authority
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
July 4 - July 11, 2021
Worth Noting:
No City meetings until Wednesday. The Police Accountability Board is noticed as meeting on Wednesday at 7 pm, but no agenda is posted. Thursday Bayer Healthcare will present a Community Benefits Proposal at the 7 pm ZAB meeting. Friday is the return of movies in the park at 8:45 pm. Saturday is the first Independent Redistricting Commission public hearing at 10 am. And, the July 13 City Council regular meeting agenda is available for comment.
Sunday, July 4, 2021 - Holiday
Grizzly Peak is closed all day on July 4 and until 6 am July 5, Proof of residency will be required between Centennial Drive and Skyline Blvd. Lawrence Hall of Science and Botanical Gardens will be closed. https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/CABERKE/bulletins/2e5eb94
Monday, July 5, 2021 – Berkeley City Holiday – City Offices Closed
Tuesday, July 6, 2021 – no city meetings or events found
Wednesday, July 7, 2021
Facilities, Infrastructure, Transportation, Environment & Sustainability Committee (FITES) at 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89176068316
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 891 7606 8316
AGENDA: 2. Harrison and Hahn - Adopt Ordinance to Regulate Plastic Bags at Retail and Food Service Establishments.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Facilities,_Infrastructure,_Transportation,_Environment,___Sustainability.aspx
Board of Library Trustees at 6:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86042306505
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 860 4230 6505
AGENDA: II.Consent: E. Amend Contract total $90,000 extend to 9/30/2024 with Sentry Alarm systems for all 5 libraries, III.A. Action: Recommendation to City Council on appointment to serve 4 yr term.
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
Homeless Services Panel of Experts at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/92491365323
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 924 9136 5323
AGENDA: 5. Chair Update Measure P recommendations and commission consolidation, 6. Discussion site visit to Horizon Transitional Village, 7. Discussion future plans, annual report, site visits, funding recommendations, 8. Staff Presentation on all Berkeley homeless outreach teams.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Homeless_Services_Panel_of_Experts.aspx
Police Accountability Board at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81172623383
Teleconference: 1-669-9006833 Meeting ID: 811 7262 3383
AGENDA: No posted agenda
https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/CABERKE/bulletins/2e6a482
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=17442
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Police_Accountability_Board.aspx
Demonstration – Support For the People Act at 6 – 7 pm
https://deadlinefordemocracy.org/
Oscar Grant / Frank H Ogawa Plaza
Register at https://secure.everyaction.com/yXLjVmke5Ue3DTWYsr8zBQ2
Planning Commission cancelled – rescheduled to meet on July 14, 2021
Thursday, July 8, 2021
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board Budget and Personnel Committee at 5 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/98859118276?pwd=T3JhSWcySStKaXBQMXV2MStLejlDQT09
Teleconference: 1-408-638-0968 Meeting ID: 988 5911 8276 Passcode: 974146
AGENDA: 5. Revenue Collections Update, 6. Recommendation to full Board to establish a COVID-19 related waiver process for late payment FY21-22 Registration fee, 7. Recommendation to full Board to acquire Employment Practices Liability Insurance
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Zoning Adjustment Board (ZAB) at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/96282456552
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 962 8245 6552
AGENDA: 2. 1630 Carleton – on consent – demolish existing single family dwelling and construct new 1487 sq ft 2-story singlefamily dwelling with average height 20 ft 1in and new 633 sq ft accessory building on 5302 sq ft lot,
3. 800 Dwight – Bayer Healthcare LLC regarding proposed Community Benefits Package for Bayer Healthcare Development Agreement (DA), a. extend agreement by 30 years to February 2052, b. Include South Properties (2700 Seventh Street) c. Accommodate development manufacturing facilities allowing buildout of 1,178,000 sq ft (148,000 sq ft less than currently entitled).
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
Friday, July 9, 2021
Outdoor Movie at Codornices Park: Trolls at 8:45 – 10:30 pm
Movie shown on 20’ x 12’ inflatable screen, please arrive 30 minutes before start of film, bring blankets, sleeping bags or low-back beach chairs max 9” off ground, this is an alcohol free event.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=17435
Saturday, July 10, 2021
Independent Redistricting Commission at 10 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82055634140
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 820 5563 4140
AGENDA: Public Hearing #1 1.a. Introduction of Commissioners, b. Presentation: Overview of Berkeley City Council Redistricting, c. Public Participation and Community Interest Forums.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/redistricting/
Sunday, July 11, 2021 - No City meetings or events found
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Regular Council Meeting, July 13, 2021, at 6 pm, email comments to [email protected]
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82181611485
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 821 8161 1485
CONSENT: 1. 2nd reading FY2022 Tax rate Measure E for emergency services for severely disabled $0.01796 per sq ft improvements, 2. 2nd reading FY2022 Annual appropriations $673,601,287 gross ($552,265,708 net), 3. Formal Bid Solicitations $663,976, 4. Contract $1,200,000 (includes 7.3% contingency $82,000) with ERA Construction, Inc. for the O&K Docks Electrical Upgrade Project at the Berkeley Marina, 5. Amend Contract add $50,000 total $2,144,056 with Suarez and Munoz Construction for San Pablo Park Playground and Tennis Court Renovation Project, 6. Authorize City Manager (CM) to accept Regional Early Action Planning (REAP) grants of $75,000 (competitive), $83,506 (non-competitive) and Priority Development Area (PDA) Grant $750,000 for San Pablo Ave, 7. Accept Grant $135,462 from CA Highway Patrol (CHP) Cannabis Tax Fund to reduce impaired driving detection/investigation training for officers, community education in Berkeley, 8. Resolution approving adjusted fees for 2018 Clean Stormwater Fee, 9. Contract $702,384 (includes $117,064 contingency) for Central Library Waterproofing & Restoration Project, 10. Amend Contract add $150,000 total $200,000 and extend by 2 yr to 11/30/2023 with New Image Landscape Co. for on-call landscaping services, 11. Resolution supporting ending Qualified Immunity Act, ACTION: 12. . Arreguin co-sponsors Hahn, Wengraf – Endorse All Home CA Regional Action Plan on Homelessness, 13. CM – Zoning Map Amendment of Parcels at 1709 Alcatraz, 3404 King 3244 Ellis, 1717 Alcatraz and 2024 Ashby rezone to Commercial – Adeline Corridor District (C-AC) and revise boundaries of the Adeline Corridor Specific Plan Area to include the 5 parcels, 14. CM – Conduct a public hearing and adopt the first reading of local Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) ordinance, 15. Harrison, co-sponsors Bartlett, Taplin – Adopt Resolution Updating City of Berkeley (CoB) Street Maintenance and Rehabilitation Policy and Refer to Facilities, Infrastructure, Transportation, Environment and Sustainability (FITES) potential bonding and funding opportunities for improving the Paving Condition Index (PCI), 16. CM – Housing Element Annual Progress Report, 17. Taplin – Amend BMC Section 14.56.070 for 3-Ton Commercial Truck Weight Limit between University and Dwight on Tenth Street, Ninth Street, Eighth Street and Seventh Street, 18. Police Accountability Board – Appointment of Members, INFORMATION REPORTS: Work Plans, 19. Animal Care Commission 2021/2022, 20. Commission on Disability, 21. Sugar-Sweetened Beverage Product Panel of Experts.
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
2943 Pine (construct a 2nd story) 9/28/2021
1205 Peralta (conversion of garage) 10/12/2021
770 Page (demolish existing unit and construct 4 detached) 7/27/2021
1634 & 1640 San Pablo (Acme Bread Co) 6/29/2021
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with End of Appeal Period
1131 Hillview 7/13/2021
1201 Hopkins 7/6/2021
2526 MLK Jr Way 7/6/2021
2326 Roosevelt 7/13/2021
1527 Sacramento 7/6/2021
1634 San Pablo 6/29/2021
3015 San Pablo 7/13/2021
2768 Shasta 7/13/2021
2000 University 7/13/2021
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSESSIONS
July 20 – 1. Bayer Development Agreement (tentative), 2. Measure FF/Fire Prevention
September 21 – 1. Housing Element (RHNA)
October 19 – 1. Update Zero Waste Rates and Priorities, 2. Berkeley Police Department Hiring Practices (referred by Public Safety Committee), 3. Crime Report
December 7 – 1. Review and Update on City’s COVID-19 Response, 2. WETA/Ferry Service at the Marina, 3. Presentation by Bay Restoration Authority
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Worth Noting:
No City meetings until Wednesday. The Police Accountability Board is noticed as meeting on Wednesday at 7 pm, but no agenda is posted. Thursday Bayer Healthcare will present a Community Benefits Proposal at the 7 pm ZAB meeting. Friday is the return of movies in the park at 8:45 pm. Saturday is the first Independent Redistricting Commission public hearing at 10 am. And, the July 13 City Council regular meeting agenda is available for comment.
Sunday, July 4, 2021 - Holiday
Grizzly Peak is closed all day on July 4 and until 6 am July 5, Proof of residency will be required between Centennial Drive and Skyline Blvd. Lawrence Hall of Science and Botanical Gardens will be closed. https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/CABERKE/bulletins/2e5eb94
Monday, July 5, 2021 – Berkeley City Holiday – City Offices Closed
Tuesday, July 6, 2021 – no city meetings or events found
Wednesday, July 7, 2021
Facilities, Infrastructure, Transportation, Environment & Sustainability Committee (FITES) at 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89176068316
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 891 7606 8316
AGENDA: 2. Harrison and Hahn - Adopt Ordinance to Regulate Plastic Bags at Retail and Food Service Establishments.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Facilities,_Infrastructure,_Transportation,_Environment,___Sustainability.aspx
Board of Library Trustees at 6:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86042306505
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 860 4230 6505
AGENDA: II.Consent: E. Amend Contract total $90,000 extend to 9/30/2024 with Sentry Alarm systems for all 5 libraries, III.A. Action: Recommendation to City Council on appointment to serve 4 yr term.
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
Homeless Services Panel of Experts at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/92491365323
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 924 9136 5323
AGENDA: 5. Chair Update Measure P recommendations and commission consolidation, 6. Discussion site visit to Horizon Transitional Village, 7. Discussion future plans, annual report, site visits, funding recommendations, 8. Staff Presentation on all Berkeley homeless outreach teams.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Homeless_Services_Panel_of_Experts.aspx
Police Accountability Board at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81172623383
Teleconference: 1-669-9006833 Meeting ID: 811 7262 3383
AGENDA: No posted agenda
https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/CABERKE/bulletins/2e6a482
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=17442
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Police_Accountability_Board.aspx
Demonstration – Support For the People Act at 6 – 7 pm
https://deadlinefordemocracy.org/
Oscar Grant / Frank H Ogawa Plaza
Register at https://secure.everyaction.com/yXLjVmke5Ue3DTWYsr8zBQ2
Planning Commission cancelled – rescheduled to meet on July 14, 2021
Thursday, July 8, 2021
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board Budget and Personnel Committee at 5 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/98859118276?pwd=T3JhSWcySStKaXBQMXV2MStLejlDQT09
Teleconference: 1-408-638-0968 Meeting ID: 988 5911 8276 Passcode: 974146
AGENDA: 5. Revenue Collections Update, 6. Recommendation to full Board to establish a COVID-19 related waiver process for late payment FY21-22 Registration fee, 7. Recommendation to full Board to acquire Employment Practices Liability Insurance
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Zoning Adjustment Board (ZAB) at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/96282456552
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 962 8245 6552
AGENDA: 2. 1630 Carleton – on consent – demolish existing single family dwelling and construct new 1487 sq ft 2-story singlefamily dwelling with average height 20 ft 1in and new 633 sq ft accessory building on 5302 sq ft lot,
3. 800 Dwight – Bayer Healthcare LLC regarding proposed Community Benefits Package for Bayer Healthcare Development Agreement (DA), a. extend agreement by 30 years to February 2052, b. Include South Properties (2700 Seventh Street) c. Accommodate development manufacturing facilities allowing buildout of 1,178,000 sq ft (148,000 sq ft less than currently entitled).
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
Friday, July 9, 2021
Outdoor Movie at Codornices Park: Trolls at 8:45 – 10:30 pm
Movie shown on 20’ x 12’ inflatable screen, please arrive 30 minutes before start of film, bring blankets, sleeping bags or low-back beach chairs max 9” off ground, this is an alcohol free event.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=17435
Saturday, July 10, 2021
Independent Redistricting Commission at 10 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82055634140
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 820 5563 4140
AGENDA: Public Hearing #1 1.a. Introduction of Commissioners, b. Presentation: Overview of Berkeley City Council Redistricting, c. Public Participation and Community Interest Forums.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/redistricting/
Sunday, July 11, 2021 - No City meetings or events found
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Regular Council Meeting, July 13, 2021, at 6 pm, email comments to [email protected]
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82181611485
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 821 8161 1485
CONSENT: 1. 2nd reading FY2022 Tax rate Measure E for emergency services for severely disabled $0.01796 per sq ft improvements, 2. 2nd reading FY2022 Annual appropriations $673,601,287 gross ($552,265,708 net), 3. Formal Bid Solicitations $663,976, 4. Contract $1,200,000 (includes 7.3% contingency $82,000) with ERA Construction, Inc. for the O&K Docks Electrical Upgrade Project at the Berkeley Marina, 5. Amend Contract add $50,000 total $2,144,056 with Suarez and Munoz Construction for San Pablo Park Playground and Tennis Court Renovation Project, 6. Authorize City Manager (CM) to accept Regional Early Action Planning (REAP) grants of $75,000 (competitive), $83,506 (non-competitive) and Priority Development Area (PDA) Grant $750,000 for San Pablo Ave, 7. Accept Grant $135,462 from CA Highway Patrol (CHP) Cannabis Tax Fund to reduce impaired driving detection/investigation training for officers, community education in Berkeley, 8. Resolution approving adjusted fees for 2018 Clean Stormwater Fee, 9. Contract $702,384 (includes $117,064 contingency) for Central Library Waterproofing & Restoration Project, 10. Amend Contract add $150,000 total $200,000 and extend by 2 yr to 11/30/2023 with New Image Landscape Co. for on-call landscaping services, 11. Resolution supporting ending Qualified Immunity Act, ACTION: 12. . Arreguin co-sponsors Hahn, Wengraf – Endorse All Home CA Regional Action Plan on Homelessness, 13. CM – Zoning Map Amendment of Parcels at 1709 Alcatraz, 3404 King 3244 Ellis, 1717 Alcatraz and 2024 Ashby rezone to Commercial – Adeline Corridor District (C-AC) and revise boundaries of the Adeline Corridor Specific Plan Area to include the 5 parcels, 14. CM – Conduct a public hearing and adopt the first reading of local Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) ordinance, 15. Harrison, co-sponsors Bartlett, Taplin – Adopt Resolution Updating City of Berkeley (CoB) Street Maintenance and Rehabilitation Policy and Refer to Facilities, Infrastructure, Transportation, Environment and Sustainability (FITES) potential bonding and funding opportunities for improving the Paving Condition Index (PCI), 16. CM – Housing Element Annual Progress Report, 17. Taplin – Amend BMC Section 14.56.070 for 3-Ton Commercial Truck Weight Limit between University and Dwight on Tenth Street, Ninth Street, Eighth Street and Seventh Street, 18. Police Accountability Board – Appointment of Members, INFORMATION REPORTS: Work Plans, 19. Animal Care Commission 2021/2022, 20. Commission on Disability, 21. Sugar-Sweetened Beverage Product Panel of Experts.
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
2943 Pine (construct a 2nd story) 9/28/2021
1205 Peralta (conversion of garage) 10/12/2021
770 Page (demolish existing unit and construct 4 detached) 7/27/2021
1634 & 1640 San Pablo (Acme Bread Co) 6/29/2021
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with End of Appeal Period
1131 Hillview 7/13/2021
1201 Hopkins 7/6/2021
2526 MLK Jr Way 7/6/2021
2326 Roosevelt 7/13/2021
1527 Sacramento 7/6/2021
1634 San Pablo 6/29/2021
3015 San Pablo 7/13/2021
2768 Shasta 7/13/2021
2000 University 7/13/2021
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSESSIONS
July 20 – 1. Bayer Development Agreement (tentative), 2. Measure FF/Fire Prevention
September 21 – 1. Housing Element (RHNA)
October 19 – 1. Update Zero Waste Rates and Priorities, 2. Berkeley Police Department Hiring Practices (referred by Public Safety Committee), 3. Crime Report
December 7 – 1. Review and Update on City’s COVID-19 Response, 2. WETA/Ferry Service at the Marina, 3. Presentation by Bay Restoration Authority
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
June 27 - July 4, 2021
Worth Noting:
Monday morning at the 9 am Budget and Finance Committee Mayor Arreguin will present his proposed budget.
Tuesday evening at 6 pm the City Council will vote on the budget for the fiscal year July 1, 2021 – June 30, 2022.
Wednesday evening the Reimagining Public Safety Task Force meets at 6 pm.
Thursday evening the agenda for the Public Works Commission is not posted, check later.
Sunday the 4th of July fireworks are cancelled.
Sunday, June 27, 2021 - No City meetings or events found
Monday, June 28, 2021
Council Budget & Finance Committee at 9 am,
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87010068054
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 870 1006 8054
AGENDA: 2. Discussion Proposed FY 2022 Budget, 3. Discussion Referrals to Budget Process, 3. Discussion and Possible Action on Mayor’s Proposed Supplemental Budget Recommendations.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Budget___Finance.aspx
Agenda and Rules Committee, 2:30 pm,
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87071301412
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 870 7130 1412
AGENDA: 2. Agenda Planning for 7/13/2021 (draft agenda for 7/13 regular council meeting follows the list of meetings) 3. Berkeley Considers 4. Adjournment in Memory, 6. Council Referrals for Scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review: 8. Discussion Impact of COVID-19, Unscheduled Items: 9. Strengthening and Supporting Commissions, 10. Preliminary Analysis of Return to in-person meetings.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
Ashby and North Berkeley BART Community Advisory Group (CAG) 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/98680115389
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 986 8011 5389
AGENDA: Office Hours
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/bartplanning/
Mayor Jesse Arreguin last scheduled Town Hall on COVID-19 at 6 pm
Use link to Submit questions by 3 pm Monday using form, watch Town Hall live or to watch recording later https://www.jessearreguin.com/
Children, Youth and Recreation Commission at 7 – 9 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/91252916243
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 912 5291 6243
AGENDA: 8. COVID Related Program Changes, 9. Recreation Program and Facility Updates, 10. FY22 Annual Work Plan
http://www.ci.berkeley.ca.us/Children_Youth_and_Recreation_Commission/
Zero Waste Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/s/82587046286
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 825 8704 6286
AGENDA: 6. Staff Updates: Solid Waste and Recycling Transfer Station CEQA Study, Cal Move Out, Mattress Recycling Pilot Program, Textile Recycling, Single Use Foodware & Litter Reduction, AB881, AB1454, AB 1276 Council Recommendation, Zero Waste Strategic Plan, Discussion/Action: 1. Report-back from COVID Related Waste Mitigation Subcommittee, 2. SB 1383 County Ordinance and CoB Opt-in, 3. Commission Restructuring.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Zero_Waste_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Tuesday, June 29, 2021
City Council Regular Meeting at 6 pm,
email: [email protected]
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83147858591
Teleconference: Meeting ID: 831 4785 8591
Council will vote on Budget for FY2022. To read full agenda use the link or go to the agenda after the list meetings
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Wednesday, June 30, 2021
Reimagining Public Safety Task Force at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83728229201
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 837 2822 9201
AGENDA: Subcommittee Reports: Policing, Budget & Alternatives to Policing, Community Engagement, Subcommittee Discussion: Improve and Reinvest Subcommittee, AAPI Community Engagement Subcommittee, Discussion/Action: Police Dept Overview – Interim Chief Louis
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/RIPST.aspx
Thursday, July 1, 2021
Landmarks Preservation Commission at 7 – 11:30 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/99455191476
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 994 5519 1476
AGENDA: 5. 2942 College – Demolition Referral, 6. 2213 Fourth Street – Demolition Referral, 7. 2221 Fourth & 2216 Fifth Street – Demolition Referral, 8. 2546-2554 Bancroft – plaque content for Fred Turner Building, 9. Annual election.
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/landmarkspreservationcommission/
Public Works Commission at 7 – 10 pm
Meeting is listed in Community Calendar and on webpage, however, no videoconference link or agenda is listed.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Public_Works_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Willard Clubhouse Community Meeting at 6:30 – 8 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/98034178023
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 980 3417 8023
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=17419
Water Emergency Transportation Authority (WETA) at 1:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89718217408
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 897 1821 7408
AGENDA: 5. Staff Reports: b. monthly financials, c. Federal legislative update, d. State legislative update, e. Monthly Ridership and Recovery, 7. RFP for 6-month pilot between SSF and Downtown SF, 8. Approve Contract with Curtain Maitime Corp for Dredging and Marine Construction Services for Vallejo terminal dredging, 9. Approve Lynne Yu as CFO.
Friday, July 2, 2021 & Saturday, July 3, 2021 - No City meetings or events found
Sunday, July 4, 2021 – Holiday
Berkeley 4th of July activities and fireworks are canceled – list of activities and cancellations in surrounding cities https://patch.com/california/berkeley/4th-july-fireworks-2021-canceled-berkeley?utm_term=article-slot-1&utm_source=newsletter-daily&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=newsletter
Monday, July 5, 2021 – City Offices Closed - Holiday
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Agenda and Rules Committee, 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87071301412
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 870 7130 1412
Draft agenda for 7/13 regular council meeting, -on CONSENT: 1. Formal Bid Solicitations $663,976, 2. Contract $1,200,000 (includes 7.3% contingency $82,000) with ERA Construction, Inc. for the O&K Docks Electrical Upgrade Project at the Berkeley Marina, 3. Amend Contract add $50,000 total $2,144,056 with Suarez and Munoz Construction for San Pablo Park Playground and Tennis Court Renovation Project, 4. Authorize City Manager (CM) to accept Regional Early Action Planning (REAP) grants of $75,000 (competitive), $83,506 (non-competitive) and Priority Development Area (PDA) Grant $750,000 for San Pablo Ave, 5. Accept Grant $135,462 from CA Highway Patrol (CHP) Cannabis Tax Fund to reduce impaired driving detection/investigation training for officers, community education in Berkeley, 6. Resolution approving adjusted fees for 2018 Clean Stormwater Fee, 7. Contract $702,384 (includes $117,064 contingency) for Central Library Waterproofing & Restoration Project, 8. Amend Contract add $150,000 total $200,000 and extend by 2 yr to 11/30/2023, 9. Resolution supporting ending Qualified Immunity Act;
-on ACTION: 10. CM – Zoning Map Amendment of Parcels at 1709 Alcatraz, 3404 King 3244 Ellis, 1717 Alcatraz and 2024 Ashby rezone to Commercial – Adeline Corridor District (C-AC) and revise boundaries of the Adeline Corridor Specific Plan Area to include the 5 parcels, 11. CM – Conduct a public hearing and adopt the first reading of local Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) ordinance, 12. Harrison, co-sponsors Bartlett, Taplin – Adopt Resolution Updating City of Berkeley (CoB) Street Maintenance and Rehabilitation Policy and Refer to Facilities, Infrastructure, Transportation, Environment and Sustainability (FITES) potential bonding and funding opportunities for improving the Paving Condition Index (PCI), 13. CM – Housing Element Annual Progress Report, 14. Arreguin – Endorse All Home CA Regional Action Plan on Homelessness, 15. Taplin – Amend BMC Section 14.56.070 for 3-Ton Commercial Truck Weight Limit between University and Dwight on Tenth Street, Ninth Street, Eighth Street and Seventh Street;
-on INFORMATION REPORTS: Work Plans, 16. Animal Care Commission 2021/2022, 17. Commission on Disability, 18. Sugar-Sweetened Beverage Product Panel of Experts.
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June 29, 2021 - City Council Regular Meeting at 6 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
email comments to [email protected]
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83147858591
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 831 4785 8591
AGENDA: -on CONSENT: Items 1-12 Tax Rates 2nd reading: 1. Library Improvements General Obligation Bonds FF, 2. General Obligation Bonds Measures G,S & I, 3. Affordable Housing General Obligation Bonds Measure O, 4. Business License Tax on Large Non-Profits, 5. Firefighting, Emergency Medical Response and Wildfire Prevention Measure FF, 6. Maintenance Parks, City Trees and Landscaping, 7. Provision of Library Services, 8. Emergency Services for Severely Disabled Measure E, 9. Infrastructure and Facilities General Obligation Bonds Measure T1, 10. Street and Watershed Improvements General Obligation Bonds Measure M, 11. Fire Protection and Emergency Response and Preparedness Measure GG, 12. Provision of Emergency Medical Services Paramedic Tax, 13. Outdoor Dining - Parkletts 2nd reading, 14. Minutes, 15. Contract add $40,000 total $139,000 and extend 12/21/2024 with Code Publishing Company for BMC Publishing Services for online and print BMC, 16. Appointment of Katherine as Interim Director of Police Accountability, 17. Formal Bid Solicitations, 18. Appropriations limit for FY2022 $311,493,168, 19. FY 2022 Revision to Investment Policy and Designation of Investment Authority Director of Finance, 20. Project Homekey Request for Proposals (RFP) 21. FY2022 Block Grant Facility Improvement Program for West Berkeley Service Center $1,145,251 and allocate any additional FY2021 CDBG program income to West Berkeley Service Center renovation, 22. Contract $1,432,011 using Measure E funds with Easy Does It for Disability Services and Audit Recommendation for FY2022 & FY2023, 23. Contract FY2022 & FY2023 with Eviction Defense Center (EDC) for Housing Retention Program, 24. Energy Commission - Resolution to Upgrade Residential and Commercial Customers to EBCE Renewable 100, 25. Auditor – Berkeley’s Fleet Replacement Fund Short by Millions with report back by January 2022, 26. Taplin – Resolution supporting freedom for Nasrin Sotoudeh and all other political prisoners and prisoners of conscience in Islamic Republic of Iran, 27. Harrison – Resolution Urging MTC to Program and Prioritize American Rescue Plan Act Funds to support Bay Area Transit riders. -on ACTION: 28. Appointment Police Accountability Board, 29. City Manager – Adoption FY2022 Budget, 30. FY2022 Annual Appropriations, 31. Borrow $45,000,000 and sale and issuance of FY2021-2022 Tax and Revenue Anticipation Notes,
-on INFORMATION REPORTS: 32. Voluntary Time off program for FY2022, 33. FY2022 Civic Arts Grant Awards, 34. FY2021 2nd quarter Investment Report ended 12/31/2020, 35. FY2021 3rd quarter Investment Report ended 3/31/2021, 36. Commission on Aging Work Plan.
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Public Hearings Scheduled
– Land Use Appeals
2943 Pine (construct a 2nd story) 9/28/2021
1205 Peralta (conversion of garage) 10/12/2021
770 Page (demolish existing unit and construct 4 detached) 7/27/2021
1634 & 1640 San Pablo (Acme Bread Co) 6/29/2021
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with End of Appeal Period
1182 Euclid 6/29/2021
1380 Gilman 7/1/2021
1131 Hillview 7/13/2021
1201 Hopkins 7/6/2021
2526 MLK Jr Way 7/6/2021
2326 Roosevelt
1527 Sacramento 7/6/2021
1634 San Pablo 6/29/2021
3015 San Pablo 7/13/2021
2768 Shasta 7/13/2021
2941 Telegraph 7/1/2021
3001 Telegraph 7/1/2021
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORK SESSIONS
July 20 – 1. Bayer Development Agreement (tentative), 2. Measure FF/Fire Prevention
September 21 – 1. Housing Element (RHNA)
October 19 – 1. Update Zero Waste Rates and Priorities, 2. Berkeley Police Department Hiring Practices (referred by Public Safety Committee), 3. Crime Report
December 7 – 1. Review and Update on City’s COVID-19 Response, 2. WETA/Ferry Service at the Marina, 3. Presentation by Bay Restoration Authority
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
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Worth Noting:
Monday morning at the 9 am Budget and Finance Committee Mayor Arreguin will present his proposed budget.
Tuesday evening at 6 pm the City Council will vote on the budget for the fiscal year July 1, 2021 – June 30, 2022.
Wednesday evening the Reimagining Public Safety Task Force meets at 6 pm.
Thursday evening the agenda for the Public Works Commission is not posted, check later.
Sunday the 4th of July fireworks are cancelled.
Sunday, June 27, 2021 - No City meetings or events found
Monday, June 28, 2021
Council Budget & Finance Committee at 9 am,
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87010068054
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 870 1006 8054
AGENDA: 2. Discussion Proposed FY 2022 Budget, 3. Discussion Referrals to Budget Process, 3. Discussion and Possible Action on Mayor’s Proposed Supplemental Budget Recommendations.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Budget___Finance.aspx
Agenda and Rules Committee, 2:30 pm,
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87071301412
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 870 7130 1412
AGENDA: 2. Agenda Planning for 7/13/2021 (draft agenda for 7/13 regular council meeting follows the list of meetings) 3. Berkeley Considers 4. Adjournment in Memory, 6. Council Referrals for Scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review: 8. Discussion Impact of COVID-19, Unscheduled Items: 9. Strengthening and Supporting Commissions, 10. Preliminary Analysis of Return to in-person meetings.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
Ashby and North Berkeley BART Community Advisory Group (CAG) 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/98680115389
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 986 8011 5389
AGENDA: Office Hours
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/bartplanning/
Mayor Jesse Arreguin last scheduled Town Hall on COVID-19 at 6 pm
Use link to Submit questions by 3 pm Monday using form, watch Town Hall live or to watch recording later https://www.jessearreguin.com/
Children, Youth and Recreation Commission at 7 – 9 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/91252916243
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 912 5291 6243
AGENDA: 8. COVID Related Program Changes, 9. Recreation Program and Facility Updates, 10. FY22 Annual Work Plan
http://www.ci.berkeley.ca.us/Children_Youth_and_Recreation_Commission/
Zero Waste Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/s/82587046286
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 825 8704 6286
AGENDA: 6. Staff Updates: Solid Waste and Recycling Transfer Station CEQA Study, Cal Move Out, Mattress Recycling Pilot Program, Textile Recycling, Single Use Foodware & Litter Reduction, AB881, AB1454, AB 1276 Council Recommendation, Zero Waste Strategic Plan, Discussion/Action: 1. Report-back from COVID Related Waste Mitigation Subcommittee, 2. SB 1383 County Ordinance and CoB Opt-in, 3. Commission Restructuring.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Zero_Waste_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Tuesday, June 29, 2021
City Council Regular Meeting at 6 pm,
email: [email protected]
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83147858591
Teleconference: Meeting ID: 831 4785 8591
Council will vote on Budget for FY2022. To read full agenda use the link or go to the agenda after the list meetings
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Wednesday, June 30, 2021
Reimagining Public Safety Task Force at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83728229201
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 837 2822 9201
AGENDA: Subcommittee Reports: Policing, Budget & Alternatives to Policing, Community Engagement, Subcommittee Discussion: Improve and Reinvest Subcommittee, AAPI Community Engagement Subcommittee, Discussion/Action: Police Dept Overview – Interim Chief Louis
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/RIPST.aspx
Thursday, July 1, 2021
Landmarks Preservation Commission at 7 – 11:30 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/99455191476
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 994 5519 1476
AGENDA: 5. 2942 College – Demolition Referral, 6. 2213 Fourth Street – Demolition Referral, 7. 2221 Fourth & 2216 Fifth Street – Demolition Referral, 8. 2546-2554 Bancroft – plaque content for Fred Turner Building, 9. Annual election.
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/landmarkspreservationcommission/
Public Works Commission at 7 – 10 pm
Meeting is listed in Community Calendar and on webpage, however, no videoconference link or agenda is listed.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Public_Works_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Willard Clubhouse Community Meeting at 6:30 – 8 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/98034178023
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 980 3417 8023
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=17419
Water Emergency Transportation Authority (WETA) at 1:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89718217408
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 897 1821 7408
AGENDA: 5. Staff Reports: b. monthly financials, c. Federal legislative update, d. State legislative update, e. Monthly Ridership and Recovery, 7. RFP for 6-month pilot between SSF and Downtown SF, 8. Approve Contract with Curtain Maitime Corp for Dredging and Marine Construction Services for Vallejo terminal dredging, 9. Approve Lynne Yu as CFO.
Friday, July 2, 2021 & Saturday, July 3, 2021 - No City meetings or events found
Sunday, July 4, 2021 – Holiday
Berkeley 4th of July activities and fireworks are canceled – list of activities and cancellations in surrounding cities https://patch.com/california/berkeley/4th-july-fireworks-2021-canceled-berkeley?utm_term=article-slot-1&utm_source=newsletter-daily&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=newsletter
Monday, July 5, 2021 – City Offices Closed - Holiday
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Agenda and Rules Committee, 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87071301412
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 870 7130 1412
Draft agenda for 7/13 regular council meeting, -on CONSENT: 1. Formal Bid Solicitations $663,976, 2. Contract $1,200,000 (includes 7.3% contingency $82,000) with ERA Construction, Inc. for the O&K Docks Electrical Upgrade Project at the Berkeley Marina, 3. Amend Contract add $50,000 total $2,144,056 with Suarez and Munoz Construction for San Pablo Park Playground and Tennis Court Renovation Project, 4. Authorize City Manager (CM) to accept Regional Early Action Planning (REAP) grants of $75,000 (competitive), $83,506 (non-competitive) and Priority Development Area (PDA) Grant $750,000 for San Pablo Ave, 5. Accept Grant $135,462 from CA Highway Patrol (CHP) Cannabis Tax Fund to reduce impaired driving detection/investigation training for officers, community education in Berkeley, 6. Resolution approving adjusted fees for 2018 Clean Stormwater Fee, 7. Contract $702,384 (includes $117,064 contingency) for Central Library Waterproofing & Restoration Project, 8. Amend Contract add $150,000 total $200,000 and extend by 2 yr to 11/30/2023, 9. Resolution supporting ending Qualified Immunity Act;
-on ACTION: 10. CM – Zoning Map Amendment of Parcels at 1709 Alcatraz, 3404 King 3244 Ellis, 1717 Alcatraz and 2024 Ashby rezone to Commercial – Adeline Corridor District (C-AC) and revise boundaries of the Adeline Corridor Specific Plan Area to include the 5 parcels, 11. CM – Conduct a public hearing and adopt the first reading of local Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) ordinance, 12. Harrison, co-sponsors Bartlett, Taplin – Adopt Resolution Updating City of Berkeley (CoB) Street Maintenance and Rehabilitation Policy and Refer to Facilities, Infrastructure, Transportation, Environment and Sustainability (FITES) potential bonding and funding opportunities for improving the Paving Condition Index (PCI), 13. CM – Housing Element Annual Progress Report, 14. Arreguin – Endorse All Home CA Regional Action Plan on Homelessness, 15. Taplin – Amend BMC Section 14.56.070 for 3-Ton Commercial Truck Weight Limit between University and Dwight on Tenth Street, Ninth Street, Eighth Street and Seventh Street;
-on INFORMATION REPORTS: Work Plans, 16. Animal Care Commission 2021/2022, 17. Commission on Disability, 18. Sugar-Sweetened Beverage Product Panel of Experts.
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June 29, 2021 - City Council Regular Meeting at 6 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
email comments to [email protected]
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83147858591
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 831 4785 8591
AGENDA: -on CONSENT: Items 1-12 Tax Rates 2nd reading: 1. Library Improvements General Obligation Bonds FF, 2. General Obligation Bonds Measures G,S & I, 3. Affordable Housing General Obligation Bonds Measure O, 4. Business License Tax on Large Non-Profits, 5. Firefighting, Emergency Medical Response and Wildfire Prevention Measure FF, 6. Maintenance Parks, City Trees and Landscaping, 7. Provision of Library Services, 8. Emergency Services for Severely Disabled Measure E, 9. Infrastructure and Facilities General Obligation Bonds Measure T1, 10. Street and Watershed Improvements General Obligation Bonds Measure M, 11. Fire Protection and Emergency Response and Preparedness Measure GG, 12. Provision of Emergency Medical Services Paramedic Tax, 13. Outdoor Dining - Parkletts 2nd reading, 14. Minutes, 15. Contract add $40,000 total $139,000 and extend 12/21/2024 with Code Publishing Company for BMC Publishing Services for online and print BMC, 16. Appointment of Katherine as Interim Director of Police Accountability, 17. Formal Bid Solicitations, 18. Appropriations limit for FY2022 $311,493,168, 19. FY 2022 Revision to Investment Policy and Designation of Investment Authority Director of Finance, 20. Project Homekey Request for Proposals (RFP) 21. FY2022 Block Grant Facility Improvement Program for West Berkeley Service Center $1,145,251 and allocate any additional FY2021 CDBG program income to West Berkeley Service Center renovation, 22. Contract $1,432,011 using Measure E funds with Easy Does It for Disability Services and Audit Recommendation for FY2022 & FY2023, 23. Contract FY2022 & FY2023 with Eviction Defense Center (EDC) for Housing Retention Program, 24. Energy Commission - Resolution to Upgrade Residential and Commercial Customers to EBCE Renewable 100, 25. Auditor – Berkeley’s Fleet Replacement Fund Short by Millions with report back by January 2022, 26. Taplin – Resolution supporting freedom for Nasrin Sotoudeh and all other political prisoners and prisoners of conscience in Islamic Republic of Iran, 27. Harrison – Resolution Urging MTC to Program and Prioritize American Rescue Plan Act Funds to support Bay Area Transit riders. -on ACTION: 28. Appointment Police Accountability Board, 29. City Manager – Adoption FY2022 Budget, 30. FY2022 Annual Appropriations, 31. Borrow $45,000,000 and sale and issuance of FY2021-2022 Tax and Revenue Anticipation Notes,
-on INFORMATION REPORTS: 32. Voluntary Time off program for FY2022, 33. FY2022 Civic Arts Grant Awards, 34. FY2021 2nd quarter Investment Report ended 12/31/2020, 35. FY2021 3rd quarter Investment Report ended 3/31/2021, 36. Commission on Aging Work Plan.
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Public Hearings Scheduled
– Land Use Appeals
2943 Pine (construct a 2nd story) 9/28/2021
1205 Peralta (conversion of garage) 10/12/2021
770 Page (demolish existing unit and construct 4 detached) 7/27/2021
1634 & 1640 San Pablo (Acme Bread Co) 6/29/2021
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with End of Appeal Period
1182 Euclid 6/29/2021
1380 Gilman 7/1/2021
1131 Hillview 7/13/2021
1201 Hopkins 7/6/2021
2526 MLK Jr Way 7/6/2021
2326 Roosevelt
1527 Sacramento 7/6/2021
1634 San Pablo 6/29/2021
3015 San Pablo 7/13/2021
2768 Shasta 7/13/2021
2941 Telegraph 7/1/2021
3001 Telegraph 7/1/2021
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORK SESSIONS
July 20 – 1. Bayer Development Agreement (tentative), 2. Measure FF/Fire Prevention
September 21 – 1. Housing Element (RHNA)
October 19 – 1. Update Zero Waste Rates and Priorities, 2. Berkeley Police Department Hiring Practices (referred by Public Safety Committee), 3. Crime Report
December 7 – 1. Review and Update on City’s COVID-19 Response, 2. WETA/Ferry Service at the Marina, 3. Presentation by Bay Restoration Authority
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
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June 20 - June 27, 2021
Worth Noting:
The week starts on Sunday evening with a roundtable on TOPA (Tenants Opportunity to Purchase Act at 7 pm and ends with the Community Advisory Group meeting on BART housing projects from 2 – 5 pm on Saturday. In between, the evenings are filled with multiple commission meetings running simultaneously and council budget meetings Tuesday and Thursday morning. As usual key agenda items are listed.
The June 29th council meeting is available for comment. It follows the daily list of meetings and precedes the list of zoning applications with the end of the appeal period. Council agenda items from councilmembers and commissions are listed with the author(s) first followed with co-sponsors. The vote on the FY2022 Budget is June 29.
Sunday, June 20, 2021 - Summer Solstice – Father’s Day
Berkeley Equity Summit Series 4: The Truth about TOPA, The Tenants Opportunity to Purchase Act at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86773287678?pwd=N05XYXBIeWI5QkczaXRyQjlpeGFDZz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 867 7328 7678 Passcode 549572
AGENDA: Online Roundtable in collaboration with Friends of Adeline Neighborhood Group
https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Equity-Summit-TOPA-flyer_2-_final1.pdf
The posting in the community calendar on June 20 for a 6:30 pm – 8 pm meeting on the Pier/Ferry looks like an error as Parks Pier website lists community meeting #2 as July 20th
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=17421
Monday, June 21 2021 - Berkeley City Offices Closed to honor Juneteenth
Board of Library Trustees at 5:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_J0Ke5R_wQwy2Xk97F4v5VA
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 829 2723 1561
AGENDA: II.A. Trustee interviews B. Trustee Selection Criteria and the Evaluation Process to be used July 7 BOLT meeting to select candidate to recommend to city council.
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
Ashby and North Berkeley BART Community Advisory Group (CAG) at 6 – 9 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/96546856997
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 965 4685 6997
AGENDA: CAG Meeting #7, 3. Draft City/BART Joint Vision and Priorities Document, 4. Draft Zoning Ordinance, 5. State Housing and Streamlining Laws Related to Development, 6. Objective Design Standards.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/bartplanning/
Alameda County Update event on COVID-19 Reopening and Recovery for employers and business owners at 6 - 7:30 pm pre-registration required to receive meeting links.
https://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/eventReg?oeidk=a07ei1i3wgtfb6ea37a&oseq=&c=&ch=
Alameda County Health Care Services Resource page Workplace Guidance
https://covid-19.acgov.org/recovery
Tuesday, June 22, 2021
Council Budget & Finance Committee at 10 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83296160673
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 832 9616 0673
AGENDA: 1. Discussion Proposed FY 2022 Budget, 2. Discussion Referrals to Budget Process, 3. Droste - Potential Measure P Allocations, 4. Parks & Waterfront Commission - Proposal to allocate revenues generated by the transient occupancy tax (hotel taxes) in the waterfront to the Marina Fund to avoid insolvency, 5. Harrison, Arreguin co-sponsors Robinson, Taplin - Establish A Pilot Equity Action Fund to assist low-income residents with transition to zero-carbon transportation and buildings. 6. Harrison co-sponsor Bartlett – Establish a Pilot Existing Building Electrification Incentive Program to assist new homeowners, renters and existing homeowners with transition to zero-carbon buildings.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Budget___Finance.aspx
Community for a Cultural Civic Center (CCCC) at 12:15 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88153954875?pwd=WGxqRndONmE1N0FCOTdMd2FBMHhhUT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 881 5395 4875
AGENDA: Water intrusion study and f/u Seismic report.
Wednesday, June 23, 2021
4x4 Joint Task Force Committee on Housing: Rent Board/City Council at 3 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/91835838630?pwd=eWcrNXp0WlZ3aEl6VGN0MkxwNEZOQT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 918 3583 8630
AGENDA: 1. Assessment of Effectiveness of Berkeley’s COVID-19 Rental Forgiveness Program and Planning for Future Reopening, 6. Discuss Eviction Moratorium, 7. Discuss Practice around rental Lease co-signers for Cal Students, 8. Updates to Measure MM and Demolition Ordinance.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/4x4_Committee_Homepage.aspx
Civic Arts Commission, 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86147520326
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 861 4752 0326
AGENDA: 7. Action items a) Letter to council regarding budget allocation, b) Approval of Berkeley Art Works Projects Grants, c) FY2022 Budget Fund 150 Public Art Fund, Budget Fund 148 Cultural Trust Fund – Private Percent for Art
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CivicArtsCommissionHomepage/
Disaster and Fire Safety Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/94374433899
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 943 7443 3899
AGENDA: Action items: 3. Fire Department Raising More Funding, 4. Senate Bill 12, Discussion Items: 5. Measure GG and FF, 6. Home Page Resource List, 7. MOU on Grizzly Peak, 8. Outdoor Warning System, 9. Venue for Commission Meetings, OES Plans for CERT, 11. Update on Cerritos Canyon, 12. Recommendation on Financial Reporting and Process, 13. Parking Restrictions and Emergency Vehicle Access.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Disaster_and_Fire_Safety_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Energy Commission, 5 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/93127067802
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 931 2706 7802
AGENDA: 6. Update BESO, EV Roadmap, Discussion and Action Items: 7. Fleet Replacement Fund Short, Recommendations on Fleet Replacement, 8. Reorganization, 9. Updates Commission Subcommittees Building Energy, Transportation, Climate Action Oversight.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Energy_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Independent Redistricting Commission at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84417667021
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 844 1766 7021
AGENDA: 2. Review and Approval of Presentation for July 10 Public Hearing, 3. Advertising Plan for July 10 Public Hearing, 4. July 10 Public Hearing Prep Items, 5. Report from Community Outreach Subcommittee, Information Reports: 6. Map of New Housing Units, 7. Redistricting Budget, 8. Status of In-Person Meetings.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/redistricting/
Police Review Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87070468124
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 870 7046 8124
AGENDA: 9. Old Business: a. Recommendations to new Police Accountability board, b. Whether Commissioners may be allowed to observe police officers being trained, c. Update on transition to new Police Accountability board, d. Commendation of BPD officers capture of fleeing suspect 4/30/2021, 10. New Business: a. Review of survey about PRC, b.Thoughts on BPD accounts of implementing use of force policy, 11. Closing Remarks on end of PRC.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Grove Park Community Meeting at 6:30 – 8 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/97507373586
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 975 0737 3586 Passcode: 619973
AGENDA: Field renovation project proposed improvements to Ages 2-5 and 5-12 Play Areas and Picnic Area
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=17420
Thursday, June 24, 2021
Council Budget & Finance Committee at 10 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88664084154
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 886 6408 4154
AGENDA: 2. Discussion Proposed FY 2022 Budget, 3. Discussion Referrals to Budget Process, 4. Droste - Potential Measure P Allocations, 5. Parks & Waterfront Commission - Proposal to allocate revenues generated by the transient occupancy tax (hotel taxes) in the waterfront to the Marina Fund to avoid insolvency, 6. Harrison, Arreguin co-sponsors Robinson, Taplin - Establish A Pilot Equity Action Fund to assist low-income residents with transition to zero-carbon transportation and buildings. 7. Harrison co-sponsor Bartlett – Establish a Pilot Existing Building Electrification Incentive Program to assist new homeowners, renters and existing homeowners with transition to zero-carbon buildings.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Budget___Finance.aspx
Mental Health Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/96361748103
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 963 6174 8103
AGENDA: 3. Whole Person Care Presentation, 4. Special Care Unit Update, 6. Mental Health Manager’s Report and Caseload Statistics, a. Crisis and ACCESS Service Statistics, b. Clients Housing Status, c. Division of Mental Health Organization Chart, b. Division of Mental Health Budget by Funding Source.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Mental_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Zoning Adjustment Board at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/96680140014
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 966 8014 0014
AGENDA: 2. 2000 University / 2001 Milvia – on consent – demolish one existing commercial and mixed-use building containing two dwelling units and construct 8-story mixed-use with 82 units and 1,415 sq ft ground floor,
3. 0 Cragmont – new staff recommend approve – construct new single-family residence with an attached 2-car garage
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
Friday, June 25, 2021
City Council Closed Session at 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85365395565
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 853 6539 4465
AGENDA: 1. Conference with Labor Negotiators; employee organizations: IBEWm Local 1245 SEIU 1021 Community Services and Part-time Recreation Activity Leaders, Berkeley Fire Fighters Association Local 1227, Berkeley Police Association, SEIU Local 1021 Maintenance and Clerical Chapters, Berkeley Fire Fighters Association, Local 1227 I.A.F.F./Berkeley Chief Fire Officers Association, Public Employees Union Local 1, Unrepresented Employees.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2021/06_June/City_Council__06-25-2021_Special_Closed_Agenda.aspx
Saturday, June 26, 2021
San Pablo Park Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at 12 – 1 pm
Location: San Pablo Park Outdoor Courts, 2800 Park St.
Ashby and North Berkeley BART Community Advisory Group (CAG) at 2 – 5 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/98633441617
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 986 3344 1617
AGENDA: Community Meeting #3
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/bartplanning/
Sunday, June 27, 2021
No City meetings or events found
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June 29, 2021 - City Council Regular Meeting at 6 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
email comments to [email protected]
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83147858591
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 831 4785 8591
AGENDA CONSENT: Items 1-12 Tax Rates 2nd reading: 1. Library Improvements General Obligation Bonds FF, 2. General Obligation Bonds Measures G,S & I, 3. Affordable Housing General Obligation Bonds Measure O, 4. Business License Tax on Large Non-Profits, 5. Firefighting, Emergency Medical Response and Wildfire Prevention Measure FF, 6. Maintenance Parks, City Trees and Landscaping, 7. Provision of Library Services, 8. Emergency Services for Severely Disabled Measure E, 9. Infrastructure and Facilities General Obligation Bonds Measure T1, 10. Street and Watershed Improvements General Obligation Bonds Measure M, 11. Fire Protection and Emergency Response and Preparedness Measure GG, 12. Provision of Emergency Medical Services Paramedic Tax, 13. Outdoor Dining - Parkletts 2nd reading, 14. Minutes, 15. Contract add $40,000 total $139,000 and extend 12/21/2024 with Code Publishing Company for BMC Publishing Services for online and print BMC, 16. Appointment of Katherine as Interim Director of Police Accountability, 17. Formal Bid Solicitations, 18. Appropriations limit for FY2022 $311,493,168, 19. FY 2022 Revision to Investment Policy and Designation of Investment Authority Director of Finance, 20. Project Homekey Request for Proposals (RFP) 21. FY2022 Block Grant Facility Improvement Program for West Berkeley Service Center $1,145,251 and allocate any additional FY2021 CDBG program income to West Berkeley Service Center renovation, 22. Contract $1,432,011 using Measure E funds with Easy Does It for Disability Services and Audit Recommendation for FY2022 & FY2023, 23. Contract FY2022 & FY2023 with Eviction Defense Center (EDC) for Housing Retention Program, 24. Energy Commission - Resolution to Upgrade Residential and Commercial Customers to EBCE Renewable 100, 25. Auditor – Berkeley’s Fleet Replacement Fund Short by Millions with report back by January 2022, 26. Taplin – Resolution supporting freedom for Nasrin Sotoudeh and all other political prisoners and prisoners of conscience in Islamic Republic of Iran, 27. Harrison – Resolution Urging MTC to Program and Prioritize American Rescue Plan Act Funds to support Bay Area Transit riders. ACTION: 28. Appointment Police Accountability Board, 29. City Manager – Adoption FY2022 Budget, 30. FY2022 Annual Appropriations, 31. Borrow $45,000,000 and sale and issuance of FY2021-2022 Tax and Revenue Anticipation Notes, INFORMATION REPORTS: 32. Voluntary Time off program for FY2022, 33. FY2022 Civic Arts Grant Awards, 34. FY2021 2nd quarter Investment Report ended 12/31/2020, 35. FY2021 3rd quarter Investment Report ended 3/31/2021, 36. Commission on Aging Work Plan.
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
2943 Pine (construct a 2nd story) 9/28/2021
1205 Peralta (conversion of garage) 10/12/2021
770 Page TBD
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with End of Appeal Period
1182 Euclid 6/29/2021
1380 Gilman 7/1/2021
1201 Hopkins 7/6/2021
2526 MLK Jr Way 7/6/2021
1527 Sacramento 7/6/2021
1634 San Pablo 6/29/2021
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSESSIONS
July 20 – 1. Bayer Development Agreement (tentative), 2. Measure FF/Fire Prevention
September 21 – 1. Housing Element (RHNA)
October 19 – 1. Update Zero Waste Rates and Priorities, 2. Berkeley Police Department Hiring Practices (referred by Public Safety Committee), 3. Crime Report
December 7 – 1. Review and Update on City’s COVID-19 Response, 2. WETA/Ferry Service at the Marina, 3. Presentation by Bay Restoration Authority
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
June 13 - June 20, 2021
Worth Noting:
Because the agendas for the Agenda and Rules Committee, City Council Special 4 pm meeting and City Council Regular 6 pm meeting are so long, those agendas are at the end of the email/post. You can also choose to just use the link with each listed meeting.
Quick Summary
Sunday – The Green home tour 10 am – 1 pm is really super! Register in Eventbrite.
Monday – The Budget and Finance Committee meets at 9 am. The Agenda and Rules Committee planning meets at 2:30 pm to plan the June 29 council meeting.
Tuesday – Council Special meeting is at 4 pm on reorganizing the commissions (this is not a “worksession” expect action to be taken). The Regular Council meeting is at 6 pm. Both meetings have the same zoom link.
Wednesday – FITES meets at 2:30 pm and is taking up the plastic bag ordinance. Animal Care and Human Welfare & Community Action Commissions both meet at 7 pm
Thursday – Land Use Committee meets at 10:30 am on Housing as a Human Right, The Transportation Commission meets at 7 pm on Dana Street and BerkDOT.
The comment period to (Bayer Projects) the Bayer Healthcare LLC Development Agreement Draft Subsequent Environmental Impact Report (Draft SEIR) ends July 6, 2021.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Zoning_Adjustment_Board/Bayer_Development_Agreement.aspx
Sunday, June 13, 2021
East Bay Green Home Tour 10 am – 1 pm
Tour schedule: https://www.eastbaygreenhome.com/schedule
Register Eventbrite: https://www.eastbaygreenhome.com/register
AGENDA: Features short video tours of 12 homes 6 on June 6 and 6 on June 13 with each tour followed by live Q&A with the homeowner/tenant. Extras include induction cooking, heat pumps, air quality, solar storage, power outages, rebates
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/electrification/
https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/CABERKE/bulletins/2e283bb
Monday, June 14, 2021
Council Budget & Finance Committee at 9 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88645042310
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 886 4504 2310
AGENDA: 2. Discussion Proposed FY 2022 Budget, 3. Discussion Referrals to Budget Process, 4. Droste - Potential Measure P Allocations, 5. Parks & Waterfront Commission - Proposal to allocate revenues generated by the transient occupancy tax (hotel taxes) in the waterfront to the Marina Fund to avoid insolvency, 6. Harrison, Arreguin co-sponsors Robinson, Taplin - Establish A Pilot Equity Action Fund to assist low-income residents with transition to zero-carbon transportation and buildings. 7. Harrison co-sponsor Bartlett – Establish a Pilot Existing Building Electrification Incentive Program to assist new homeowners, renters and existing homeowners with transition to zero-carbon buildings.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Budget___Finance.aspx
Agenda and Rules Committee at 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm,
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87954040397
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 879 5404 0397
AGENDA: 2. Planning for June 29 Regular Council Meeting, SCHEDULING: 5. Worksessions, 6. Council referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, REFFERRED ITEMS for REVIEW: 8. Impact of COVID-19 on meetings, 9. Analysis of return to in-person meetings, UNSCHEDULED ITEMS: 10. Strengthening and Supporting City Commissions Guidance on Development of Legislative Proposals.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
Board of Library Trustees at 5:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_J0Ke5R_wQwy2Xk97F4v5VA
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 829 2723 1561
AGENDA: II. Trustee interviews and recommendation to City Council for Trustee appointment.
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
Tuesday, June 15 2021
City Council Special Session, 4 pm, June 15
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87908681987
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 879 0868 1987
AGENDA: Droste, Co-sponsors Robinson, Kesarwani, Arreguin - Commission Reorganization for Post-COVID19 Budget Recovery, The chart of the proposed commission mergers follows the list of meetings
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2021/06_June/City_Council__06-15-2021_-_Special_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
City Council Regular Meeting at 6 pm,
Email: [email protected]
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87908681987
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 879 0868 1987
AGENDA: Scroll down to almost the bottom of this email/post or use the link to read the full agenda.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Loan Administration Board at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84619645868?pwd=YktndENWSmZJNWd2WlBDQUd0VEF2QT09#success
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 846 1964 5868
AGENDA: B) Program Review i) State of Revolving Loan Fund $105,000, ii) Update East Bay Media Center, C) Action Items i) Kidventurez $75,000
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Loan_Admin_Board.aspx
Wednesday, June 16, 2021
City Council Facilities, Infrastructure, Transportation, Environment & Sustainability Committee (FITES) at 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84109502982
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 841 0950 2982
AGENDA: 2. Harrison - Adopt an Ordinance add BMC 11.62 to regulate plastic bags at retail and food establishments.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Facilities,_Infrastructure,_Transportation,_Environment,___Sustainability.aspx
Animal Care Commission at 7 – 9 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82150538692?pwd=V2pDbnhMTXZOMVZvVlZpRWxaUHZaUT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 857 4344 7842 Passcode: 725597
AGENDA: VI. Ordinance to mandate that only plant-based food be provided by all CoB owned and operated facilities, V. a. Discussion/Action Foxtail Growth at Cesar Chavez Off-Leash Dog Area, b. Discussion/Action: Possible mergers of the Animal Care Commission with the Climate Environmental Advisory Commission and/or Parks and Waterfront Commission, VII. Monthly financials, review of budget.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Animal_Care_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board Outreach Committee Meetings at 5:30 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/92432525754?pwd=cEdBbXJVVkMxNnY1MEh0cDRpRmIzdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 924 3252 5754 Passcode: 661672
AGENDA: 5. Tenant Survey, 6. Accessibility Issues, 7. Measure MM Website, 8. Staff Report: Upcoming Webinars
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Human Welfare & Community Action Commission (HWCAC) at 7 – 9 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/4863098496
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 486 309 8496
AGENDA: 5. Review City funded agency Program, 7. Alta Bates Hospital, 8. Update Pathways, 9. TOPA, 10. Encampment near Here/There sign, 11. So Adeline Corridor Plan, 12. Citywide public restrooms, 13. Disabled accessibility in high-density corridors, 14. Improvements to HWCAC request for RFP process, 15. Discuss Grant writer procurement, 16. Questionnaire to Council regarding HWCAC priorities, 17. Homeless status in Berkeley, 18. Commission mergers.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Human_Welfare_and_Community_Action_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Thursday, June 17, 2021
City Council Land Use, Housing & Economic Development Committee at 10:30 am,
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85943483266
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 859 4348 3266
AGENDA: 3. Taplin co-sponsors Arreguin, Hahn, Harrison - Resolution Recognizing Housing as a Human Right – read revised supplemental 125 pages for details and supporting documents.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Land_Use,_Housing___Economic_Development.aspx
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/93352509109?pwd=QUNOd2ovZUphWEYxL2xxRmhTM1FKdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 933 5250 9109 Passcode: 650166
AGENDA: 4. Consent b. Recommendation to adopt Resolution Condemning the Illegal Evictions of Palestinians by the Israeli Government, 6. Action a. (1) FY2021-2022 Budget, Authorize Executive Director to: (2) modify contract with Eviction Defense Center not to exceed $150,000, (3) modify contract with Brian Augusta & Associates for legislative advocacy by an amount not to exceed $60,000 for FY2021-2022, (4) modify contract with Berkeley Community Media not to exceed $7,000 for FY2021-2022.
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Design Review Committee at 7 – 10 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/95902859386
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 959 0285 9386
AGENDA: IV.1. 1207 Tenth St – demolish existing non-residential building on 12,800 sq ft industrial parcel and construct 3-story, 20,390 sq ft mixed-used building with 2 live-work units containing art/craft studios, 12 artist studios, a R&D facility, fabrication shop and art gallery, 24 bicycle spaces, 10 vehicle spaces.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/designreview/
Fair Campaign Practices Commission(FCPC) & Open Government Commission(OGC) at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82458769567
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 824 5876 9567
AGENDA: 6. Staff update regarding City Clerk enforcement referrals, a. Carole Marosovic, b. Stephen Murphy, FCPC 2021-2022 Work Plan, 9. Recommendation to City Council re public participation in meetings held via videoconference, 10. OGC FY2021-2022 Work Plan,
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/FCPC/
Transportation Commission at 7 – 10 pm
Videoconference: (number is showing as invalid, use website to check for update) https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82953751819?pwd=MnV6VHBtcS8rS3NJdUFYSnhCU0lqUT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 829 5375 1819 Passcode 688225
AGENDA: B. 1. Dana complete streets, 2. BerkDOT update,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Transportation_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Friday, June 18, 2021 & Saturday, June 19, 2021 & Sunday, June 20, 2021
No City meetings or events found
*******************AGENDA and RULES COMMITTEE *******************
Agenda and Rules Committee, 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm,
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87954040397
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 879 5404 0397
AGENDA Planning for June 29 Regular Council Meeting: CONSENT: 2.
Contract add $40,000 total $139,000 and extend 12/21/2024 with Code Publishing Company for BMC Publishing Services for online and print BMC, 3. Appointment of Katherine as Interim Director of Police Accountability, 4. Formal Bid Solicitations, 5. Appropriations limit for FY2022 $311,493,168, 6. FY 2022 Revision to Investment Policy and Designation of Investment Authority Director of Finance, 7. Project Homekey Request for Proposals (RFP) 2. Allocate Home-ARP funding and General Fund Measure P and/or other funding source, 8. FY2022 Block Grant Facility Improvement Program for West Berkeley Service Center $1,145,251 and allocate any additional FY2021 CDBG program income to West Berkeley Service Center renovation, 9. Contract $1,432,011 using Measure E funds with Easy Does It for Disability Services and Audit Recommendation for FY2022 & FY2023, 10. Contract FY2022 & FY2023 with Eviction Defense Center (EDC) for Housing Retention Program, 11. General Plan and Housing Element Annual Progress Report (APR) (Report submitted to State), 12. Auditor – Berkeley’s Fleet Replacement Fund Short by Millions with report back by January 2022, 13. Appointment Police Accountability Board, ACTION: 14. City Manager – FY2022 Budget, 15. FY2022 Annual Appropriations, 16. Borrow $45,000,000 and sale and issuance of FY2021-2022 Tax and Revenue Anticipation Notes, 17. Energy Commission - Resolution to Upgrade Residential and Commercial Customers to EBCE Renewable 100, 18. Taplin – Resolution supporting freedome for Nasrin Sotoudeh and all other political prisoners and prisoners of conscience in Islamic Republic of Iran, 19. Harrison – Resolution Urging MTC to Program and Prioritize American Rescue Plan Act Funds to support Bay Area Transit riders. 20. Harrison – Ordinance add BMC 13.09 Prohibiting Discriminatory Reports to Law Enforcement (these are community-initiated calls for service on innocent people purely on discriminatory grounds – modelled upon SF unanimously adopted 2020 Caution Against Racially and Exploitative Non-Emergencies (CAREN) Act), INFORMATION REPORTS: 21. Voluntary Time off program for FY2022, 22. FY2022 Civic Arts Grant Awards, 23.FY 2021 2nd quarter Investment Report ended 12/31/2020, 24. FY2021 3rd quarter Investment Report ended 3/31/2021, 25. Commission on Aging Work Plan, REFFERRED ITEMS for REVIEW: UNSCHEDULED ITEMS: Strengthening and Supporting City Commissions Guidance on Development of Legislative Proposals.
***4 PM SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING REORGANIZING COMMISSIONS**
City Council Special Session, 4 pm, June 15
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2021/06_June/City_Council__06-15-2021_-_Special_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87908681987
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 879 0868 1987
AGENDA: Droste, Co-sponsors Robinson, Kesarwani, Arreguin - Commission Reorganization for Post-COVID19 Budget Recovery
New Commission Name (suggested)
Existing Commissions to be Merged
Commission on Climate and the Environment
(18 members)
Zero Waste, Energy, Community Environmental Advisory Commission, and Animal Care (?) (Merger with Parks instead of Climate/Environment under consideration)
Parks, Recreation, Waterfront (special Marina subcommittee)
Children, Youth, and Recreation and Parks and Waterfront
Peace, Justice, and Human Welfare
(mayor and council appointees only eliminates representatives of the poor)
Peace and Justice Commission and Human Welfare and Community Action Commission
Public Health Commission & Sugar Sweetened Beverage Panel of Experts
Community Health Commission and Sugar Sweetened Beverage Panel of Experts
Housing Advisory Commission
(Phase 1 priority consolidation)
Measure O and Housing Advisory Commission
Homeless Services Panel of Experts
(Phase 1 priority consolidation)
Homeless Commission and Measure P Homeless Services Panel of Experts
Public Works and Transportation
Public Works and Transportation
Planning
Planning and Cannabis
All other commissions will maintain their current structure: Aging, Library Board of Trustees, Civic Arts, Disability, Commission on the Status of Women, Design Review Committee, Disaster and Fire Safety, BIDs, Fair Campaign Practices and Open Government, Redistricting, Landmarks Preservation, Labor, Loan Adjustments Board, Personnel, Planning, Police Review/Accountability, Reimagining Public Safety, Mental Health, Zoning Adjustments Board, and Youth
Policy Committee Oversight
Commissions
Agenda and Rules
1.Fair Campaign Practices/Open Government Commission
2.Personnel Board
Budget and Finance
(any legislation that requires funding)
Public Safety
1.Disaster and Fire Safety Commission
2.Police Accountability Board/Police Review Commission
3.Reimagining Public Safety Task Force
Facilities, Infrastructure, Transportation and the Environment
1.Commission on the Environment
2.Parks, Recreation and Waterfront with Marina Subcommittee
3.Public Works and Transportation
Land Use and Economic Development
1.Measure O Housing Commission
2.Planning Commission
3.Labor
4.Civic Arts Commission
Health, Equity, Life Enrichment, and Community
1.Peace, Justice and Civil Rights
2.Health and Sugar Sweetened Beverage Panel of Experts
3.Homeless Services Panel of Experts
4.Mental Health Commissions (state/federal mandate)
5.Commission on the Status of Women
6.Disability Commission
Other Commissions: Zoning Adjustments Board (DRC), Landmarks Preservation Commission, Board of Library Trustees, BIDS, Independent Redistricting Commission, Loan Administration Board.
******************CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING 6 PM******************
City Council Regular Meeting, 6 pm, June 15
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87908681987
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 879 0868 1987
AGENDA CONSENT: 1. 2nd reading Lease Agreement 2010 Addison (Center Street Garage) Lexie’s Frozen Custard, 2. 2nd reading BMC 14.72.105 broader range of community facilities to be eligible for parking permits, 3. CM- Systems Alignment Proposal , 4. Temporary Appropriations FY2022 $50 million, FY 2022 Tax Rates items 5 – 16: 5. Debt service on Neighborhood Branch Library improvements, 6. Debt Service 2015 Refunding General Obligation Bonds Measures G, S, &I, 7. Debt Service on Affordable Housing General Obligation Bonds Measure O, 8. Business License Tax on Large Non-Profits, 9. Funding Firefighting, Emergency Medical Response and Wildfire Prevention Measure FF, 10. Maintenance of Parks, City Trees and Landscaping, 11. Provision of Library Services, 12. Emergency Services for the Severely Disabled Measure E, 13. Debt Service on Infrastructure and Facilities General Obligation Bonds Measure T1, 14. Debt Service on Street and Watershed Improvements General Obligation Bonds Measure M, 15. Fund Fire Protection and Emergency Response and Preparedness Measure GG, 16. Emergency Medical Services Paramedic Tax, 17. Designate a Line of Succession for the Director of Emergency Services, 18. Revenue Grant from Alameda Co of $32,080 for Public Health Infrastructure Program (health promotion), 19. Housing Trust Fund Predevelopment Loan Advance for Maudelle Miller Shirek Community at 2001 Ashby of $1.5 million, 20. Withdrawn - contract with Easy Does It, 21. Revenue Grant $14,000 from State for Tuberculosis Program, 22. Accept Community Services Block Grant, 23. Contract add $100,000 total $150,000 with Renne Public Law Group LLP for Chief Labor Negotiator Services, 24. Contract add $53,000 total $102,999 thru 12/31/2023 with Bryce Consulting for Professional Classification Studies, Compensation Surveys, Desk Audits, 25. Contract add $215,000 total $665,000 with Sloan Sakai LLP for Chief Labor Negotiator Services, 26. MOU IBEW Local 1245 6/28/2020 – 6/30/2022, 27. Tentative Agreement SIEU Local 1021 Community Services Unit and Pat-Time Recreation Leaders Association related to inclusion of the Legislative Assistants into Unit, 28. Contract $61,215 with 20% contingency $12,243 total $73,458 with Get IT Tech for new electronic gate system at the waterfront, 29. Contract with Community Conservation Centers, In for processing and marketing services of recyclable materials 7/1/2021-6/30/2026 with 5 year extension option 10 yr total $30,080,793, 30. Contract with Ecology Center for curbside recycling collection 7/1/2021-6/30/2026 with 5 year extension option 10 yr total $54,528,752, 31. Contract add $50,000 total $250,000 and extend to 6/30/2023 with HF&H Consultants, LLC for study of providing commercial collection services and development and update of rate model, 32. Contract add $150,000 total $340,000 and extend to 6/3/2025 with Fairbanks Scales, Inc for preventive maintenance and repairs at CoB solid waste management and transfer station, 33. Zero Waste Commission - Support Assembly Bills 881 (closes loophole of Plastic Waste Exports counted as recycling regardless of ultimate destination), 1454 (bottle bill modernization helps recycling centers stay open), 1276 (expands restrictions on single-use foodware to upon request), 34. Bartlett so-sponsor Harrison - Support AB-279 Intermediate Care and Skilled Nursing Facilities prohibits facilities from terminating, transferring or significantly altering conditions of residential care services during COVID-19 also includes conditions of sale, 35. Wengraf & Harrison co-sponsor Hahn – oppose SB 9, ACTION: 36. Public Hearing Street Lighting Assessments FY2022, 37. City Council Comments on the FY 2022 proposed Biennial Budget, 38. Path to Permanence: Outdoor Dining and Commerce, INFORMATION REPORTS: 39. City Council Short Term Referral Process-Quarterly Update, 40. Update on the Implementation of the FIP (Fair and Impartial Policing Task Force) recommendations, 41. Animal Care Commission workplan, 42. Planning Commission workplan,
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
2943 Pine (construct a 2nd story) 9/28/2021
1205 Peralta (conversion of garage) 10/12/2021
770 Page TBD
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with End of Appeal Period
600 Addison 6/15/2021
723 Delaware 6/17/2021
2737 Durant 6/15/2021
1182 Euclid 6/29/2021
0 Fifth 6/17/2021
770 Page 6/15/2021
3 Virginia Gardens 6/17/2021
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSESSIONS
July 20 – 1. Bayer Development Agreement (tentative), 2. Measure FF/Fire Prevention
September 21 – 1. Housing Element (RHNA)
October 19 – 1. Update Zero Waste Rates and Priorities, 2. Berkeley Police Department Hiring Practices (referred by Public Safety Committee), 3. Crime Report
December 7 – 1. Review and Update on City’s COVID-19 Response, 2. WETA/Ferry Service at the Marina, 3. Presentation by Bay Restoration Authority
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Worth Noting:
Because the agendas for the Agenda and Rules Committee, City Council Special 4 pm meeting and City Council Regular 6 pm meeting are so long, those agendas are at the end of the email/post. You can also choose to just use the link with each listed meeting.
Quick Summary
Sunday – The Green home tour 10 am – 1 pm is really super! Register in Eventbrite.
Monday – The Budget and Finance Committee meets at 9 am. The Agenda and Rules Committee planning meets at 2:30 pm to plan the June 29 council meeting.
Tuesday – Council Special meeting is at 4 pm on reorganizing the commissions (this is not a “worksession” expect action to be taken). The Regular Council meeting is at 6 pm. Both meetings have the same zoom link.
Wednesday – FITES meets at 2:30 pm and is taking up the plastic bag ordinance. Animal Care and Human Welfare & Community Action Commissions both meet at 7 pm
Thursday – Land Use Committee meets at 10:30 am on Housing as a Human Right, The Transportation Commission meets at 7 pm on Dana Street and BerkDOT.
The comment period to (Bayer Projects) the Bayer Healthcare LLC Development Agreement Draft Subsequent Environmental Impact Report (Draft SEIR) ends July 6, 2021.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Zoning_Adjustment_Board/Bayer_Development_Agreement.aspx
Sunday, June 13, 2021
East Bay Green Home Tour 10 am – 1 pm
Tour schedule: https://www.eastbaygreenhome.com/schedule
Register Eventbrite: https://www.eastbaygreenhome.com/register
AGENDA: Features short video tours of 12 homes 6 on June 6 and 6 on June 13 with each tour followed by live Q&A with the homeowner/tenant. Extras include induction cooking, heat pumps, air quality, solar storage, power outages, rebates
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/electrification/
https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/CABERKE/bulletins/2e283bb
Monday, June 14, 2021
Council Budget & Finance Committee at 9 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88645042310
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 886 4504 2310
AGENDA: 2. Discussion Proposed FY 2022 Budget, 3. Discussion Referrals to Budget Process, 4. Droste - Potential Measure P Allocations, 5. Parks & Waterfront Commission - Proposal to allocate revenues generated by the transient occupancy tax (hotel taxes) in the waterfront to the Marina Fund to avoid insolvency, 6. Harrison, Arreguin co-sponsors Robinson, Taplin - Establish A Pilot Equity Action Fund to assist low-income residents with transition to zero-carbon transportation and buildings. 7. Harrison co-sponsor Bartlett – Establish a Pilot Existing Building Electrification Incentive Program to assist new homeowners, renters and existing homeowners with transition to zero-carbon buildings.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Budget___Finance.aspx
Agenda and Rules Committee at 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm,
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87954040397
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 879 5404 0397
AGENDA: 2. Planning for June 29 Regular Council Meeting, SCHEDULING: 5. Worksessions, 6. Council referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, REFFERRED ITEMS for REVIEW: 8. Impact of COVID-19 on meetings, 9. Analysis of return to in-person meetings, UNSCHEDULED ITEMS: 10. Strengthening and Supporting City Commissions Guidance on Development of Legislative Proposals.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
Board of Library Trustees at 5:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_J0Ke5R_wQwy2Xk97F4v5VA
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 829 2723 1561
AGENDA: II. Trustee interviews and recommendation to City Council for Trustee appointment.
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
Tuesday, June 15 2021
City Council Special Session, 4 pm, June 15
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87908681987
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 879 0868 1987
AGENDA: Droste, Co-sponsors Robinson, Kesarwani, Arreguin - Commission Reorganization for Post-COVID19 Budget Recovery, The chart of the proposed commission mergers follows the list of meetings
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2021/06_June/City_Council__06-15-2021_-_Special_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
City Council Regular Meeting at 6 pm,
Email: [email protected]
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87908681987
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 879 0868 1987
AGENDA: Scroll down to almost the bottom of this email/post or use the link to read the full agenda.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Loan Administration Board at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84619645868?pwd=YktndENWSmZJNWd2WlBDQUd0VEF2QT09#success
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 846 1964 5868
AGENDA: B) Program Review i) State of Revolving Loan Fund $105,000, ii) Update East Bay Media Center, C) Action Items i) Kidventurez $75,000
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Loan_Admin_Board.aspx
Wednesday, June 16, 2021
City Council Facilities, Infrastructure, Transportation, Environment & Sustainability Committee (FITES) at 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84109502982
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 841 0950 2982
AGENDA: 2. Harrison - Adopt an Ordinance add BMC 11.62 to regulate plastic bags at retail and food establishments.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Facilities,_Infrastructure,_Transportation,_Environment,___Sustainability.aspx
Animal Care Commission at 7 – 9 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82150538692?pwd=V2pDbnhMTXZOMVZvVlZpRWxaUHZaUT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 857 4344 7842 Passcode: 725597
AGENDA: VI. Ordinance to mandate that only plant-based food be provided by all CoB owned and operated facilities, V. a. Discussion/Action Foxtail Growth at Cesar Chavez Off-Leash Dog Area, b. Discussion/Action: Possible mergers of the Animal Care Commission with the Climate Environmental Advisory Commission and/or Parks and Waterfront Commission, VII. Monthly financials, review of budget.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Animal_Care_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board Outreach Committee Meetings at 5:30 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/92432525754?pwd=cEdBbXJVVkMxNnY1MEh0cDRpRmIzdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 924 3252 5754 Passcode: 661672
AGENDA: 5. Tenant Survey, 6. Accessibility Issues, 7. Measure MM Website, 8. Staff Report: Upcoming Webinars
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Human Welfare & Community Action Commission (HWCAC) at 7 – 9 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/4863098496
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 486 309 8496
AGENDA: 5. Review City funded agency Program, 7. Alta Bates Hospital, 8. Update Pathways, 9. TOPA, 10. Encampment near Here/There sign, 11. So Adeline Corridor Plan, 12. Citywide public restrooms, 13. Disabled accessibility in high-density corridors, 14. Improvements to HWCAC request for RFP process, 15. Discuss Grant writer procurement, 16. Questionnaire to Council regarding HWCAC priorities, 17. Homeless status in Berkeley, 18. Commission mergers.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Human_Welfare_and_Community_Action_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Thursday, June 17, 2021
City Council Land Use, Housing & Economic Development Committee at 10:30 am,
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85943483266
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 859 4348 3266
AGENDA: 3. Taplin co-sponsors Arreguin, Hahn, Harrison - Resolution Recognizing Housing as a Human Right – read revised supplemental 125 pages for details and supporting documents.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Land_Use,_Housing___Economic_Development.aspx
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/93352509109?pwd=QUNOd2ovZUphWEYxL2xxRmhTM1FKdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 933 5250 9109 Passcode: 650166
AGENDA: 4. Consent b. Recommendation to adopt Resolution Condemning the Illegal Evictions of Palestinians by the Israeli Government, 6. Action a. (1) FY2021-2022 Budget, Authorize Executive Director to: (2) modify contract with Eviction Defense Center not to exceed $150,000, (3) modify contract with Brian Augusta & Associates for legislative advocacy by an amount not to exceed $60,000 for FY2021-2022, (4) modify contract with Berkeley Community Media not to exceed $7,000 for FY2021-2022.
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Design Review Committee at 7 – 10 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/95902859386
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 959 0285 9386
AGENDA: IV.1. 1207 Tenth St – demolish existing non-residential building on 12,800 sq ft industrial parcel and construct 3-story, 20,390 sq ft mixed-used building with 2 live-work units containing art/craft studios, 12 artist studios, a R&D facility, fabrication shop and art gallery, 24 bicycle spaces, 10 vehicle spaces.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/designreview/
Fair Campaign Practices Commission(FCPC) & Open Government Commission(OGC) at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82458769567
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 824 5876 9567
AGENDA: 6. Staff update regarding City Clerk enforcement referrals, a. Carole Marosovic, b. Stephen Murphy, FCPC 2021-2022 Work Plan, 9. Recommendation to City Council re public participation in meetings held via videoconference, 10. OGC FY2021-2022 Work Plan,
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/FCPC/
Transportation Commission at 7 – 10 pm
Videoconference: (number is showing as invalid, use website to check for update) https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82953751819?pwd=MnV6VHBtcS8rS3NJdUFYSnhCU0lqUT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 829 5375 1819 Passcode 688225
AGENDA: B. 1. Dana complete streets, 2. BerkDOT update,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Transportation_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Friday, June 18, 2021 & Saturday, June 19, 2021 & Sunday, June 20, 2021
No City meetings or events found
*******************AGENDA and RULES COMMITTEE *******************
Agenda and Rules Committee, 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm,
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87954040397
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 879 5404 0397
AGENDA Planning for June 29 Regular Council Meeting: CONSENT: 2.
Contract add $40,000 total $139,000 and extend 12/21/2024 with Code Publishing Company for BMC Publishing Services for online and print BMC, 3. Appointment of Katherine as Interim Director of Police Accountability, 4. Formal Bid Solicitations, 5. Appropriations limit for FY2022 $311,493,168, 6. FY 2022 Revision to Investment Policy and Designation of Investment Authority Director of Finance, 7. Project Homekey Request for Proposals (RFP) 2. Allocate Home-ARP funding and General Fund Measure P and/or other funding source, 8. FY2022 Block Grant Facility Improvement Program for West Berkeley Service Center $1,145,251 and allocate any additional FY2021 CDBG program income to West Berkeley Service Center renovation, 9. Contract $1,432,011 using Measure E funds with Easy Does It for Disability Services and Audit Recommendation for FY2022 & FY2023, 10. Contract FY2022 & FY2023 with Eviction Defense Center (EDC) for Housing Retention Program, 11. General Plan and Housing Element Annual Progress Report (APR) (Report submitted to State), 12. Auditor – Berkeley’s Fleet Replacement Fund Short by Millions with report back by January 2022, 13. Appointment Police Accountability Board, ACTION: 14. City Manager – FY2022 Budget, 15. FY2022 Annual Appropriations, 16. Borrow $45,000,000 and sale and issuance of FY2021-2022 Tax and Revenue Anticipation Notes, 17. Energy Commission - Resolution to Upgrade Residential and Commercial Customers to EBCE Renewable 100, 18. Taplin – Resolution supporting freedome for Nasrin Sotoudeh and all other political prisoners and prisoners of conscience in Islamic Republic of Iran, 19. Harrison – Resolution Urging MTC to Program and Prioritize American Rescue Plan Act Funds to support Bay Area Transit riders. 20. Harrison – Ordinance add BMC 13.09 Prohibiting Discriminatory Reports to Law Enforcement (these are community-initiated calls for service on innocent people purely on discriminatory grounds – modelled upon SF unanimously adopted 2020 Caution Against Racially and Exploitative Non-Emergencies (CAREN) Act), INFORMATION REPORTS: 21. Voluntary Time off program for FY2022, 22. FY2022 Civic Arts Grant Awards, 23.FY 2021 2nd quarter Investment Report ended 12/31/2020, 24. FY2021 3rd quarter Investment Report ended 3/31/2021, 25. Commission on Aging Work Plan, REFFERRED ITEMS for REVIEW: UNSCHEDULED ITEMS: Strengthening and Supporting City Commissions Guidance on Development of Legislative Proposals.
***4 PM SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING REORGANIZING COMMISSIONS**
City Council Special Session, 4 pm, June 15
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2021/06_June/City_Council__06-15-2021_-_Special_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87908681987
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 879 0868 1987
AGENDA: Droste, Co-sponsors Robinson, Kesarwani, Arreguin - Commission Reorganization for Post-COVID19 Budget Recovery
New Commission Name (suggested)
Existing Commissions to be Merged
Commission on Climate and the Environment
(18 members)
Zero Waste, Energy, Community Environmental Advisory Commission, and Animal Care (?) (Merger with Parks instead of Climate/Environment under consideration)
Parks, Recreation, Waterfront (special Marina subcommittee)
Children, Youth, and Recreation and Parks and Waterfront
Peace, Justice, and Human Welfare
(mayor and council appointees only eliminates representatives of the poor)
Peace and Justice Commission and Human Welfare and Community Action Commission
Public Health Commission & Sugar Sweetened Beverage Panel of Experts
Community Health Commission and Sugar Sweetened Beverage Panel of Experts
Housing Advisory Commission
(Phase 1 priority consolidation)
Measure O and Housing Advisory Commission
Homeless Services Panel of Experts
(Phase 1 priority consolidation)
Homeless Commission and Measure P Homeless Services Panel of Experts
Public Works and Transportation
Public Works and Transportation
Planning
Planning and Cannabis
All other commissions will maintain their current structure: Aging, Library Board of Trustees, Civic Arts, Disability, Commission on the Status of Women, Design Review Committee, Disaster and Fire Safety, BIDs, Fair Campaign Practices and Open Government, Redistricting, Landmarks Preservation, Labor, Loan Adjustments Board, Personnel, Planning, Police Review/Accountability, Reimagining Public Safety, Mental Health, Zoning Adjustments Board, and Youth
Policy Committee Oversight
Commissions
Agenda and Rules
1.Fair Campaign Practices/Open Government Commission
2.Personnel Board
Budget and Finance
(any legislation that requires funding)
Public Safety
1.Disaster and Fire Safety Commission
2.Police Accountability Board/Police Review Commission
3.Reimagining Public Safety Task Force
Facilities, Infrastructure, Transportation and the Environment
1.Commission on the Environment
2.Parks, Recreation and Waterfront with Marina Subcommittee
3.Public Works and Transportation
Land Use and Economic Development
1.Measure O Housing Commission
2.Planning Commission
3.Labor
4.Civic Arts Commission
Health, Equity, Life Enrichment, and Community
1.Peace, Justice and Civil Rights
2.Health and Sugar Sweetened Beverage Panel of Experts
3.Homeless Services Panel of Experts
4.Mental Health Commissions (state/federal mandate)
5.Commission on the Status of Women
6.Disability Commission
Other Commissions: Zoning Adjustments Board (DRC), Landmarks Preservation Commission, Board of Library Trustees, BIDS, Independent Redistricting Commission, Loan Administration Board.
******************CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING 6 PM******************
City Council Regular Meeting, 6 pm, June 15
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87908681987
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 879 0868 1987
AGENDA CONSENT: 1. 2nd reading Lease Agreement 2010 Addison (Center Street Garage) Lexie’s Frozen Custard, 2. 2nd reading BMC 14.72.105 broader range of community facilities to be eligible for parking permits, 3. CM- Systems Alignment Proposal , 4. Temporary Appropriations FY2022 $50 million, FY 2022 Tax Rates items 5 – 16: 5. Debt service on Neighborhood Branch Library improvements, 6. Debt Service 2015 Refunding General Obligation Bonds Measures G, S, &I, 7. Debt Service on Affordable Housing General Obligation Bonds Measure O, 8. Business License Tax on Large Non-Profits, 9. Funding Firefighting, Emergency Medical Response and Wildfire Prevention Measure FF, 10. Maintenance of Parks, City Trees and Landscaping, 11. Provision of Library Services, 12. Emergency Services for the Severely Disabled Measure E, 13. Debt Service on Infrastructure and Facilities General Obligation Bonds Measure T1, 14. Debt Service on Street and Watershed Improvements General Obligation Bonds Measure M, 15. Fund Fire Protection and Emergency Response and Preparedness Measure GG, 16. Emergency Medical Services Paramedic Tax, 17. Designate a Line of Succession for the Director of Emergency Services, 18. Revenue Grant from Alameda Co of $32,080 for Public Health Infrastructure Program (health promotion), 19. Housing Trust Fund Predevelopment Loan Advance for Maudelle Miller Shirek Community at 2001 Ashby of $1.5 million, 20. Withdrawn - contract with Easy Does It, 21. Revenue Grant $14,000 from State for Tuberculosis Program, 22. Accept Community Services Block Grant, 23. Contract add $100,000 total $150,000 with Renne Public Law Group LLP for Chief Labor Negotiator Services, 24. Contract add $53,000 total $102,999 thru 12/31/2023 with Bryce Consulting for Professional Classification Studies, Compensation Surveys, Desk Audits, 25. Contract add $215,000 total $665,000 with Sloan Sakai LLP for Chief Labor Negotiator Services, 26. MOU IBEW Local 1245 6/28/2020 – 6/30/2022, 27. Tentative Agreement SIEU Local 1021 Community Services Unit and Pat-Time Recreation Leaders Association related to inclusion of the Legislative Assistants into Unit, 28. Contract $61,215 with 20% contingency $12,243 total $73,458 with Get IT Tech for new electronic gate system at the waterfront, 29. Contract with Community Conservation Centers, In for processing and marketing services of recyclable materials 7/1/2021-6/30/2026 with 5 year extension option 10 yr total $30,080,793, 30. Contract with Ecology Center for curbside recycling collection 7/1/2021-6/30/2026 with 5 year extension option 10 yr total $54,528,752, 31. Contract add $50,000 total $250,000 and extend to 6/30/2023 with HF&H Consultants, LLC for study of providing commercial collection services and development and update of rate model, 32. Contract add $150,000 total $340,000 and extend to 6/3/2025 with Fairbanks Scales, Inc for preventive maintenance and repairs at CoB solid waste management and transfer station, 33. Zero Waste Commission - Support Assembly Bills 881 (closes loophole of Plastic Waste Exports counted as recycling regardless of ultimate destination), 1454 (bottle bill modernization helps recycling centers stay open), 1276 (expands restrictions on single-use foodware to upon request), 34. Bartlett so-sponsor Harrison - Support AB-279 Intermediate Care and Skilled Nursing Facilities prohibits facilities from terminating, transferring or significantly altering conditions of residential care services during COVID-19 also includes conditions of sale, 35. Wengraf & Harrison co-sponsor Hahn – oppose SB 9, ACTION: 36. Public Hearing Street Lighting Assessments FY2022, 37. City Council Comments on the FY 2022 proposed Biennial Budget, 38. Path to Permanence: Outdoor Dining and Commerce, INFORMATION REPORTS: 39. City Council Short Term Referral Process-Quarterly Update, 40. Update on the Implementation of the FIP (Fair and Impartial Policing Task Force) recommendations, 41. Animal Care Commission workplan, 42. Planning Commission workplan,
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
2943 Pine (construct a 2nd story) 9/28/2021
1205 Peralta (conversion of garage) 10/12/2021
770 Page TBD
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with End of Appeal Period
600 Addison 6/15/2021
723 Delaware 6/17/2021
2737 Durant 6/15/2021
1182 Euclid 6/29/2021
0 Fifth 6/17/2021
770 Page 6/15/2021
3 Virginia Gardens 6/17/2021
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSESSIONS
July 20 – 1. Bayer Development Agreement (tentative), 2. Measure FF/Fire Prevention
September 21 – 1. Housing Element (RHNA)
October 19 – 1. Update Zero Waste Rates and Priorities, 2. Berkeley Police Department Hiring Practices (referred by Public Safety Committee), 3. Crime Report
December 7 – 1. Review and Update on City’s COVID-19 Response, 2. WETA/Ferry Service at the Marina, 3. Presentation by Bay Restoration Authority
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
June 6 - June 13, 2021
Worth Noting:
Sunday June 6 and 13 at 10 am – 1 pm are the virtual East Bay Green Home Tours – pre-register with Eventbrite. Six homes (12 total) are featured each Sunday.
Monday at 5 pm deadline to submit questions for the Budget Town Hall on Tuesday.
Tuesday at 5:30 pm is the Town Hall with Mayor Arreguin on the City Budget. Council votes on the budget on June 29 which will go into effect July 1.
Wednesday the Redistricting Commission meets at 6 pm. The Homeless Commission, Parks and Waterfront Commission and Police Review Commission all meet at 7 pm.
Thursday the Council Budget and Finance Committee meets at 10 am. Reimagining Policing meets at 6 pm and the Zoning Adjustment Board at 7 pm has only one item on consent the new expanded location for ACME Bakery on San Pablo.
The Reorganization of Boards and Commissions is now scheduled as a special meeting at 4 pm on June 15. Both the City Council special meeting at 4 pm and regular meeting at 6 pm are available for comment email [email protected]. The agendas, reorganization of commissions charts and links follow the list of daily meetings.
The comment period to (Bayer Projects) the Bayer Healthcare LLC Development Agreement Draft Subsequent Environmental Impact Report (Draft SEIR) ends July 6, 2021.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Zoning_Adjustment_Board/Bayer_Development_Agreement.aspx
Sunday, June 6, 2021
East Bay Green Home Tour 10 am – 1 pm
Tour schedule: https://www.eastbaygreenhome.com/schedule
Register Eventbrite: https://www.eastbaygreenhome.com/register
AGENDA: Features short video tours of 12 homes 6 on June 6 and 6 on June 13 with each tour followed by live Q&A with the homeowner/tenant. Extras include induction cooking, heat pumps, air quality, solar storage, power outages, rebates
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/electrification/
https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/CABERKE/bulletins/2e283bb
Monday, June 7, 2021 - No meetings found
Tuesday, June 8, 2021
Budget Town Hall, June 8 at 5:30 pm https://www.jessearreguin.com/
The proposed budget from the CM (City Manager) was first presented at City Council on May 25. Use these links to access the 484 page budget and presentation to council. The deadline to submit questions is 5 pm Monday. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2021/05_May/City_Council__05-25-2021_-_Regular_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
38.
FY 2022 Proposed Budget and Proposed Budget Public Hearing #1
Revised Material (Supp 3)
Presentation
Wednesday, June 9, 2021
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board Lease Breaking Webinar at 10 am
Register in advance link in website
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Homeless Commission at 7 – 9 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/96645301465
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 966 4530 1465
AGENDA: 6. Possible input as to consolidation of commissions, 7. Update Homeless Services Panel of Experts, 8. Discussion Specialized Care Units, 9. Discussion Residents diplaced from 742 Grayson, 10. Discussion Possible Homeless Ombudsman, 11. Update Utilizing Homeless Management Information System, 12. Accessibility at Pathways and all programs.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Homeless_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Independent Redistricting Commission at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86211911559
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 862 1191 1559
AGENDA: 2. Adoption Bylaws, 3. Mission Statement, 4. Topics for Public Hearing #1 (on July 10), Subcommittee Reports 5. Outreach,6. Mapping outreach resources and timeline 2021-2022.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/redistricting/
Parks and Waterfront Commission at 7 – 9 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/96974512296
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 969 7451 2296
AGENDA: 8. Presentation Update on PRW Major Maintenance Projects, 9. Presentation Overview Treasure Island/Yerba Buena Project, 10. Update Pier Ferry/BMASP Projects, 11. Update FY 2022 Budget, 12. Update Santa Fe ROW Parks Project, 13. Discussion/Action: Bayer Development Agreement, 14. Consolidation of commissions.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Parks_and_Waterfront_Commission.aspx
Police Review Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87070468124
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 870 7046 8124
AGENDA: 8. Subcommittee reports a. Outreach, b. Lexipol, 9. a. Recommendations to new Police Accountability Board about improving process for handling complaints against officers, b. Lexipol 324 – Media Relations, 804 Records Maintenance and Release, 337- Biological Samples, c. Whether commissioners may be allowed to observe police officers being trained, d. transition to new Police Accountability Board, e. Hate crime tracking recent and BPD response to recent anti-Asian hate crimes, 10. A. Recruitment new Chief of Police, b. Certificate of appreciation George Perezvelez (14 years), c. Commendation of BPD officers for their acts in capturing fleeing suspect on 4/30/2021.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Thursday, June 10, 2021
Council Budget & Finance Committee at 10 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81351873235
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 813 5187 3235
AGENDA: 2. Discussion Proposed FY 2022 Budget, 3. Discussion Referrals to Budget Process, 4. Droste - Potential Measure P Allocations, 5. Parks & Waterfront Commission - Proposal to allocate revenues generated by the transient occupancy tax (hotel taxes) in the waterfront to the Marina Fund to avoid insolvency, 6. Harrison, Arreguin co-sponsors Robinson, Taplin - Establish A Pilot Equity Action Fund to assist low-income residents with transition to zero-carbon transportation and buildings. 7. Harrison co-sponsor Bartlett – Establish a Pilot Existing Building Electrification Incentive Program to assist new homeowners, renters and existing homeowners with transition to zero-carbon buildings.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Budget___Finance.aspx
City Council CLOSED Session, 3 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84838540769
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 848 3854 0769
AGENDA: a. City of Berkeley v. Regents of UC RG 19023058, b. Save Berkeley’s Neighborhoods, et, al v Regents UC, et.al. RG 19006256
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2021/06_June/City_Council__06-10-2021_-_Closed_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
Zoning Adjustment Board at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/97292069130
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 972 9206 9130
AGENDA: 2. 1634 and 1640 San Pablo (Acme Bakery) – on consent – demolish existing 5424 sq ft 1-story commercial building at 1634 San Pablo and provide new surface parking for 8 vehicles, construct 1768 sq ft addition to existing 2-story commercial building at 1640 San Pablo, erect 2 flour silos, construct accessory trash enclosure in required rear yard.
2000 University / 2001 Milvia (Au Coquelet site) – recommend continue to June 24, 2021 ZAB meeting to correct public hearing notice – demolish existing commercial building and 2 rent controlled dwelling units and construct new 8-story mixed-use with 82 studio dwelling units, 1415 sq ft ground floor commercial space.
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
Reimagining Public Safety Task Force at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81983354907
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 819 8335 4907
AGENDA: Subcommittee Reports: Policing, Budget & Alternatives to Policing, Community Engagement, Discussion/Action: Meeting Schedule, Police Dept Overview, New and Emerging Models Report, City Wide Town Hall Discussion, Discussion about Whole Person Care – A Community Safety Model
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/RIPST.aspx
Friday, June 11, 2021 - Reduced Service Day
Saturday, June 12, 2021
Berkeley Neighborhoods Council meets at 10 am. Check the website for agenda and zoom information https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/
Sunday, June 13, 2021
East Bay Green Home Tour 10 am – 1 pm
Tour schedule: https://www.eastbaygreenhome.com/schedule
Register Eventbrite: https://www.eastbaygreenhome.com/register
AGENDA: Features short video tours of 12 homes 6 on June 6 and 6 on June 13 with each tour followed by live Q&A with the homeowner/tenant. Extras include induction cooking, heat pumps, air quality, solar storage, power outages, rebates
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/electrification/
https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/CABERKE/bulletins/2e283bb
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City Council Special Session, 4 pm, June 15
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2021/06_June/City_Council__06-15-2021_-_Special_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87908681987
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 879 0868 1987
AGENDA: Droste, Co-sponsors Robinson, Kesarwani, Arreguin - Commission Reorganization for Post-COVID19 Budget Recovery
City Council Regular Meeting, 6 pm, June 15
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87908681987
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 879 0868 1987
AGENDA CONSENT: 1. 2nd reading Lease Agreement 2010 Addison (Center Street Garage) Lexie’s Frozen Custard, 2. 2nd reading BMC 14.72.105 broader range of community facilities to be eligible for parking permits, 3. CM- Systems Alignment Proposal , 4. Temporary Appropriations FY2022 $50 million, FY 2022 Tax Rates items 5 – 16: 5. Debt service on Neighborhood Branch Library improvements, 6. Debt Service 2015 Refunding General Obligation Bonds Measures G, S, &I, 7. Debt Service on Affordable Housing General Obligation Bonds Measure O, 8. Business License Tax on Large Non-Profits, 9. Funding Firefighting, Emergency Medical Response and Wildfire Prevention Measure FF, 10. Maintenance of Parks, City Trees and Landscaping, 11. Provision of Library Services, 12. Emergency Services for the Severely Disabled Measure E, 13. Debt Service on Infrastructure and Facilities General Obligation Bonds Measure T1, 14. Debt Service on Street and Watershed Improvements General Obligation Bonds Measure M, 15. Fund Fire Protection and Emergency Response and Preparedness Measure GG, 16. Emergency Medical Services Paramedic Tax, 17. Designate a Line of Succession for the Director of Emergency Services, 18. Revenue Grant from Alameda Co of $32,080 for Public Health Infrastructure Program (health promotion), 19. Housing Trust Fund Predevelopment Loan Advance for Maudelle Miller Shirek Community at 2001 Ashby of $1.5 million, 20. Withdrawn - contract with Easy Does It, 21. Revenue Grant $14,000 from State for Tuberculosis Program, 22. Accept Community Services Block Grant, 23. Contract add $100,000 total $150,000 with Renne Public Law Group LLP for Chief Labor Negotiator Services, 24. Contract add $53,000 total $102,999 thru 12/31/2023 with Bryce Consulting for Professional Classification Studies, Compensation Surveys, Desk Audits, 25. Contract add $215,000 total $665,000 with Sloan Sakai LLP for Chief Labor Negotiator Services, 26. MOU IBEW Local 1245 6/28/2020 – 6/30/2022, 27. Tentative Agreement SIEU Local 1021 Community Services Unit and Pat-Time Recreation Leaders Association related to inclusion of the Legislative Assistants into Unit, 28. Contract $61,215 with 20% contingency $12,243 total $73,458 with Get IT Tech for new electronic gate system at the waterfront, 29. Contract with Community Conservation Centers, In for processing and marketing services of recyclable materials 7/1/2021-6/30/2026 with 5 year extension option 10 yr total $30,080,793, 30. Contract with Ecology Center for curbside recycling collection 7/1/2021-6/30/2026 with 5 year extension option 10 yr total $54,528,752, 31. Contract add $50,000 total $250,000 and extend to 6/30/2023 with HF&H Consultants, LLC for study of providing commercial collection services and development and update of rate model, 32. Contract add $150,000 total $340,000 and extend to 6/3/2025 with Fairbanks Scales, Inc for preventive maintenance and repairs at CoB solid waste management and transfer station, 33. Zero Waste Commission - Support Assembly Bills 881 (closes loophole of Plastic Waste Exports counted as recycling regardless of ultimate destination), 1454 (bottle bill modernization helps recycling centers stay open), 1276 (expands restrictions on single-use foodware to upon request), 34. Bartlett so-sponsor Harrison - Support AB-279 Intermediate Care and Skilled Nursing Facilities prohibits facilities from terminating, transferring or significantly altering conditions of residential care services during COVID-19 also includes conditions of sale, 35. Wengraf & Harrison – oppose SB 9, ACTION: 36. Public Hearing Street Lighting Assessments FY2022, 37. City Council Comments on the FY 2022 proposed Biennial Budget, 38. Path to Permanence: Outdoor Dining and Commerce, INFORMATION REPORTS: 39. City Council Short Term Referral Process-Quarterly Update, 40. Update on the Implementation of the FIP (Fair and Impartial Policing Task Force) recommendations, 41. Animal Care Commission workplan, 42. Planning Commission workplan,
______________________
Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
2421 Fifth Street (construct two residential buildings) 6/1/2021
2943 Pine (construct a 2nd story) 9/28/2021
1205 Peralta (conversion of garage) 10/12/2021
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with End of Appeal Period
600 Addison 6/15/2021
1730 Blake (3-story single-family dwelling) 6/8/2021
723 Delaware 6/17/2021
2737 Durant 6/15/2021
0 Fifth 6/17/2021
770 Page 6/15/2021
1634 San Pablo 6/10/2021
3 Virginia Gardens 6/17/2021
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
___________________
WORKSESSIONS
July 20 – 1. Bayer Development Agreement (tentative), 2. Measure FF/Fire Prevention
September 21 – 1. Housing Element (RHNA)
October 19 – 1. Update Zero Waste Rates and Priorities, 2. Berkeley Police Department Hiring Practices (referred by Public Safety Committee), 3. Crime Report
December 7 – 1. Review and Update on City’s COVID-19 Response, 2. WETA/Ferry Service at the Marina, 3. Presentation by Bay Restoration Authority
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Worth Noting:
Sunday June 6 and 13 at 10 am – 1 pm are the virtual East Bay Green Home Tours – pre-register with Eventbrite. Six homes (12 total) are featured each Sunday.
Monday at 5 pm deadline to submit questions for the Budget Town Hall on Tuesday.
Tuesday at 5:30 pm is the Town Hall with Mayor Arreguin on the City Budget. Council votes on the budget on June 29 which will go into effect July 1.
Wednesday the Redistricting Commission meets at 6 pm. The Homeless Commission, Parks and Waterfront Commission and Police Review Commission all meet at 7 pm.
Thursday the Council Budget and Finance Committee meets at 10 am. Reimagining Policing meets at 6 pm and the Zoning Adjustment Board at 7 pm has only one item on consent the new expanded location for ACME Bakery on San Pablo.
The Reorganization of Boards and Commissions is now scheduled as a special meeting at 4 pm on June 15. Both the City Council special meeting at 4 pm and regular meeting at 6 pm are available for comment email [email protected]. The agendas, reorganization of commissions charts and links follow the list of daily meetings.
The comment period to (Bayer Projects) the Bayer Healthcare LLC Development Agreement Draft Subsequent Environmental Impact Report (Draft SEIR) ends July 6, 2021.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Zoning_Adjustment_Board/Bayer_Development_Agreement.aspx
Sunday, June 6, 2021
East Bay Green Home Tour 10 am – 1 pm
Tour schedule: https://www.eastbaygreenhome.com/schedule
Register Eventbrite: https://www.eastbaygreenhome.com/register
AGENDA: Features short video tours of 12 homes 6 on June 6 and 6 on June 13 with each tour followed by live Q&A with the homeowner/tenant. Extras include induction cooking, heat pumps, air quality, solar storage, power outages, rebates
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/electrification/
https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/CABERKE/bulletins/2e283bb
Monday, June 7, 2021 - No meetings found
Tuesday, June 8, 2021
Budget Town Hall, June 8 at 5:30 pm https://www.jessearreguin.com/
The proposed budget from the CM (City Manager) was first presented at City Council on May 25. Use these links to access the 484 page budget and presentation to council. The deadline to submit questions is 5 pm Monday. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2021/05_May/City_Council__05-25-2021_-_Regular_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
38.
FY 2022 Proposed Budget and Proposed Budget Public Hearing #1
Revised Material (Supp 3)
Presentation
Wednesday, June 9, 2021
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board Lease Breaking Webinar at 10 am
Register in advance link in website
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Homeless Commission at 7 – 9 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/96645301465
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 966 4530 1465
AGENDA: 6. Possible input as to consolidation of commissions, 7. Update Homeless Services Panel of Experts, 8. Discussion Specialized Care Units, 9. Discussion Residents diplaced from 742 Grayson, 10. Discussion Possible Homeless Ombudsman, 11. Update Utilizing Homeless Management Information System, 12. Accessibility at Pathways and all programs.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Homeless_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Independent Redistricting Commission at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86211911559
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 862 1191 1559
AGENDA: 2. Adoption Bylaws, 3. Mission Statement, 4. Topics for Public Hearing #1 (on July 10), Subcommittee Reports 5. Outreach,6. Mapping outreach resources and timeline 2021-2022.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/redistricting/
Parks and Waterfront Commission at 7 – 9 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/96974512296
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 969 7451 2296
AGENDA: 8. Presentation Update on PRW Major Maintenance Projects, 9. Presentation Overview Treasure Island/Yerba Buena Project, 10. Update Pier Ferry/BMASP Projects, 11. Update FY 2022 Budget, 12. Update Santa Fe ROW Parks Project, 13. Discussion/Action: Bayer Development Agreement, 14. Consolidation of commissions.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Parks_and_Waterfront_Commission.aspx
Police Review Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87070468124
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 870 7046 8124
AGENDA: 8. Subcommittee reports a. Outreach, b. Lexipol, 9. a. Recommendations to new Police Accountability Board about improving process for handling complaints against officers, b. Lexipol 324 – Media Relations, 804 Records Maintenance and Release, 337- Biological Samples, c. Whether commissioners may be allowed to observe police officers being trained, d. transition to new Police Accountability Board, e. Hate crime tracking recent and BPD response to recent anti-Asian hate crimes, 10. A. Recruitment new Chief of Police, b. Certificate of appreciation George Perezvelez (14 years), c. Commendation of BPD officers for their acts in capturing fleeing suspect on 4/30/2021.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Thursday, June 10, 2021
Council Budget & Finance Committee at 10 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81351873235
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 813 5187 3235
AGENDA: 2. Discussion Proposed FY 2022 Budget, 3. Discussion Referrals to Budget Process, 4. Droste - Potential Measure P Allocations, 5. Parks & Waterfront Commission - Proposal to allocate revenues generated by the transient occupancy tax (hotel taxes) in the waterfront to the Marina Fund to avoid insolvency, 6. Harrison, Arreguin co-sponsors Robinson, Taplin - Establish A Pilot Equity Action Fund to assist low-income residents with transition to zero-carbon transportation and buildings. 7. Harrison co-sponsor Bartlett – Establish a Pilot Existing Building Electrification Incentive Program to assist new homeowners, renters and existing homeowners with transition to zero-carbon buildings.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Budget___Finance.aspx
City Council CLOSED Session, 3 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84838540769
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 848 3854 0769
AGENDA: a. City of Berkeley v. Regents of UC RG 19023058, b. Save Berkeley’s Neighborhoods, et, al v Regents UC, et.al. RG 19006256
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2021/06_June/City_Council__06-10-2021_-_Closed_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
Zoning Adjustment Board at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/97292069130
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 972 9206 9130
AGENDA: 2. 1634 and 1640 San Pablo (Acme Bakery) – on consent – demolish existing 5424 sq ft 1-story commercial building at 1634 San Pablo and provide new surface parking for 8 vehicles, construct 1768 sq ft addition to existing 2-story commercial building at 1640 San Pablo, erect 2 flour silos, construct accessory trash enclosure in required rear yard.
2000 University / 2001 Milvia (Au Coquelet site) – recommend continue to June 24, 2021 ZAB meeting to correct public hearing notice – demolish existing commercial building and 2 rent controlled dwelling units and construct new 8-story mixed-use with 82 studio dwelling units, 1415 sq ft ground floor commercial space.
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
Reimagining Public Safety Task Force at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81983354907
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 819 8335 4907
AGENDA: Subcommittee Reports: Policing, Budget & Alternatives to Policing, Community Engagement, Discussion/Action: Meeting Schedule, Police Dept Overview, New and Emerging Models Report, City Wide Town Hall Discussion, Discussion about Whole Person Care – A Community Safety Model
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/RIPST.aspx
Friday, June 11, 2021 - Reduced Service Day
Saturday, June 12, 2021
Berkeley Neighborhoods Council meets at 10 am. Check the website for agenda and zoom information https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/
Sunday, June 13, 2021
East Bay Green Home Tour 10 am – 1 pm
Tour schedule: https://www.eastbaygreenhome.com/schedule
Register Eventbrite: https://www.eastbaygreenhome.com/register
AGENDA: Features short video tours of 12 homes 6 on June 6 and 6 on June 13 with each tour followed by live Q&A with the homeowner/tenant. Extras include induction cooking, heat pumps, air quality, solar storage, power outages, rebates
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/electrification/
https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/CABERKE/bulletins/2e283bb
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City Council Special Session, 4 pm, June 15
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2021/06_June/City_Council__06-15-2021_-_Special_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87908681987
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 879 0868 1987
AGENDA: Droste, Co-sponsors Robinson, Kesarwani, Arreguin - Commission Reorganization for Post-COVID19 Budget Recovery
City Council Regular Meeting, 6 pm, June 15
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87908681987
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 879 0868 1987
AGENDA CONSENT: 1. 2nd reading Lease Agreement 2010 Addison (Center Street Garage) Lexie’s Frozen Custard, 2. 2nd reading BMC 14.72.105 broader range of community facilities to be eligible for parking permits, 3. CM- Systems Alignment Proposal , 4. Temporary Appropriations FY2022 $50 million, FY 2022 Tax Rates items 5 – 16: 5. Debt service on Neighborhood Branch Library improvements, 6. Debt Service 2015 Refunding General Obligation Bonds Measures G, S, &I, 7. Debt Service on Affordable Housing General Obligation Bonds Measure O, 8. Business License Tax on Large Non-Profits, 9. Funding Firefighting, Emergency Medical Response and Wildfire Prevention Measure FF, 10. Maintenance of Parks, City Trees and Landscaping, 11. Provision of Library Services, 12. Emergency Services for the Severely Disabled Measure E, 13. Debt Service on Infrastructure and Facilities General Obligation Bonds Measure T1, 14. Debt Service on Street and Watershed Improvements General Obligation Bonds Measure M, 15. Fund Fire Protection and Emergency Response and Preparedness Measure GG, 16. Emergency Medical Services Paramedic Tax, 17. Designate a Line of Succession for the Director of Emergency Services, 18. Revenue Grant from Alameda Co of $32,080 for Public Health Infrastructure Program (health promotion), 19. Housing Trust Fund Predevelopment Loan Advance for Maudelle Miller Shirek Community at 2001 Ashby of $1.5 million, 20. Withdrawn - contract with Easy Does It, 21. Revenue Grant $14,000 from State for Tuberculosis Program, 22. Accept Community Services Block Grant, 23. Contract add $100,000 total $150,000 with Renne Public Law Group LLP for Chief Labor Negotiator Services, 24. Contract add $53,000 total $102,999 thru 12/31/2023 with Bryce Consulting for Professional Classification Studies, Compensation Surveys, Desk Audits, 25. Contract add $215,000 total $665,000 with Sloan Sakai LLP for Chief Labor Negotiator Services, 26. MOU IBEW Local 1245 6/28/2020 – 6/30/2022, 27. Tentative Agreement SIEU Local 1021 Community Services Unit and Pat-Time Recreation Leaders Association related to inclusion of the Legislative Assistants into Unit, 28. Contract $61,215 with 20% contingency $12,243 total $73,458 with Get IT Tech for new electronic gate system at the waterfront, 29. Contract with Community Conservation Centers, In for processing and marketing services of recyclable materials 7/1/2021-6/30/2026 with 5 year extension option 10 yr total $30,080,793, 30. Contract with Ecology Center for curbside recycling collection 7/1/2021-6/30/2026 with 5 year extension option 10 yr total $54,528,752, 31. Contract add $50,000 total $250,000 and extend to 6/30/2023 with HF&H Consultants, LLC for study of providing commercial collection services and development and update of rate model, 32. Contract add $150,000 total $340,000 and extend to 6/3/2025 with Fairbanks Scales, Inc for preventive maintenance and repairs at CoB solid waste management and transfer station, 33. Zero Waste Commission - Support Assembly Bills 881 (closes loophole of Plastic Waste Exports counted as recycling regardless of ultimate destination), 1454 (bottle bill modernization helps recycling centers stay open), 1276 (expands restrictions on single-use foodware to upon request), 34. Bartlett so-sponsor Harrison - Support AB-279 Intermediate Care and Skilled Nursing Facilities prohibits facilities from terminating, transferring or significantly altering conditions of residential care services during COVID-19 also includes conditions of sale, 35. Wengraf & Harrison – oppose SB 9, ACTION: 36. Public Hearing Street Lighting Assessments FY2022, 37. City Council Comments on the FY 2022 proposed Biennial Budget, 38. Path to Permanence: Outdoor Dining and Commerce, INFORMATION REPORTS: 39. City Council Short Term Referral Process-Quarterly Update, 40. Update on the Implementation of the FIP (Fair and Impartial Policing Task Force) recommendations, 41. Animal Care Commission workplan, 42. Planning Commission workplan,
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
2421 Fifth Street (construct two residential buildings) 6/1/2021
2943 Pine (construct a 2nd story) 9/28/2021
1205 Peralta (conversion of garage) 10/12/2021
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with End of Appeal Period
600 Addison 6/15/2021
1730 Blake (3-story single-family dwelling) 6/8/2021
723 Delaware 6/17/2021
2737 Durant 6/15/2021
0 Fifth 6/17/2021
770 Page 6/15/2021
1634 San Pablo 6/10/2021
3 Virginia Gardens 6/17/2021
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSESSIONS
July 20 – 1. Bayer Development Agreement (tentative), 2. Measure FF/Fire Prevention
September 21 – 1. Housing Element (RHNA)
October 19 – 1. Update Zero Waste Rates and Priorities, 2. Berkeley Police Department Hiring Practices (referred by Public Safety Committee), 3. Crime Report
December 7 – 1. Review and Update on City’s COVID-19 Response, 2. WETA/Ferry Service at the Marina, 3. Presentation by Bay Restoration Authority
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
May 30 - June 6, 2021
Worth Noting:
The full agendas for the City Council Agenda and Rules Committee and the Regular June 1 City Council meeting consume so much space they follow the daily list of events and meetings. This should make a quick scan of daily meetings easier.
Key Meetings and Events:
Tuesday – Agenda and Rules Committee at 2:30 pm and City Council regular meeting at 6 pm (go to www.berkeleydailyplanet.com for coverage of key agenda items)
Wednesday – Budget and Finance Committee at 10 am
Sunday June 6 – Virtual Green Home Tour of 6 homes at 10 am – 1 pm
Budget Town Hall, June 8 at 5:30 pm https://www.jessearreguin.com/
The proposed budget from the CM (City Manager) was first presented at City Council on May 25. Use these links to access the 484 page budget and presentation to council. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2021/05_May/City_Council__05-25-2021_-_Regular_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
38.
FY 2022 Proposed Budget and Proposed Budget Public Hearing #1
Revised Material (Supp 3)
Presentation
Long Weekend - Sunday, May 30, 2021 & Monday, May 31, 2021 – Memorial Day Holiday
Tuesday, June 1, 2021
Agenda and Rules Committee, 2:30 pm,
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85944483096
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 859 4448 3096
AGENDA: 2. Planning for June 15 Regular City Council meeting, 5. Council Worksessions Schedule, 6. Council Referrals to Agenda Committee for Scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review: 8. Impact of COVID, 9. Preliminary Analysis of return to in-person meetings of City legislative bodies, Unscheduled Items: 10. Strengthening and Supporting City Commissions, Kitchen Exhaust Fans, Surveillance Technology & Acquisition Report, Objective Standards for Density, Design and Shadows.. (To review full agenda go to link or to agenda list that follows daily calendar)
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
City Council Regular Meeting at 6 pm,
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82597941909
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID:
AGENDA: (To review full agenda go to link or to agenda list that follows daily calendar)
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board Budget and Personnel Committee at 5 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/91749712513?pwd=Y08raGkxOEdvWDB0MWYzQ2Z0U3o0Zz09
Teleconference: 1-408-638-0968 Meeting ID: 917 4971 2513
AGENDA: 6. Registration Fee Update, 7. FY 2021-2022 line-item budget.
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Wednesday, June 2, 2021
City Council Budget & Finance Committee at 10 am (this special meeting is on Wednesday)
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89452484127
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 894 5248 4127
AGENDA: 2. FY 2021-2025 Revenue Projections, 3. Deferrals to the AAO Process November (mid-year requests), 4. Discussion of Council Referrals to Budget Process.
City Council Facilities, Infrastructure, Transportation, Environment & Sustainability Committee at 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81029925371
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 810 2992 5371
AGENDA: 2. Referral Response: Ordinance Amending BMC7.52 Reducing Tax Imposed for Qualifying Electrification, Energy Efficiency and Water Conservation Retrofits, 3. Commit the CoB to a Just Transition from Fossil Fuel Economy and establish a Just Transition Working Group, 5. Establish a Pilot Climate Equity Action Fund to Assist Low-Income Residents with Transition to Zero-Carbon Transportation and Buildings, 6. Budget Referral and Resolution Establishing A Pilot Existing Building Electrification Incentive Program,
Homeless Services Panel of Experts at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/92491365323
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 924 9136 5323
AGENDA: 7. Review recommendations for Measure P funding to submit to Budget and Finance Committee, 8. Begin discussion of work to be conducted between budget recommendations.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Homeless_Services_Panel_of_Experts.aspx
Planning Commission at 7 – 10 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/92536303643
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 925 3630 3643
AGENDA: 9. Public Hearing DEIR (Environmental Impact Report) Bayer Healthcare LLC DSEIR public comment period ends 7/6/2021 https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Zoning_Adjustment_Board/Bayer_Development_Agreement.aspx, 10. Business Support Amendment Referrals R&D,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Thursday, June 3, 2021
City Council Special Closed Session, 3 pm,
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82185996634
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 821 8599 6634
AGENDA: 1. Conference Property Negotiators 199 Seawall Drive, 2. Conference with Labor Negotiators employee organizations: IBEW, Local 1245, SEIU 1021 Community Services and Part-time Recreation Activity Leaders, Berkeley Firefighters Association Local 1227, Berkeley Police Association, SEIU 1021 Maintenance and Clerical Chapters, Local 1227 I.A.F.F./Berkeley Chief Fire Officers Association, Public Employees Union Local 1,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Landmarks Preservation Commission at 7 – 11:30 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/99379095208
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 993 7909 5208
AGENDA: 5. 1120 Second Street – Structural Alteration Permit – new signage, 6. 2212 Fifth Street – initiate structure of merit consideration built 1877, 7. LPC Annual Report for council.
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/landmarkspreservationcommission/
Public Works Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84312916787
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 843 1291 6787
AGENDA: Presentation Adopt a Spot followed by discussion and possible action
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Public_Works_Commission_Homepage.aspx
WETA (Water Emergency Transportation Authority) at 1 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89718217408
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 897 1821 7408 Passcode: 33779
AGENDA: 5. Reports of Staff e. Monthly ridership and recovery report, 7. Approve FY2021-2022 Budget,
https://weta.sanfranciscobayferry.com/next-board-meeting
Friday, June 4, 2021 & Saturday, June 5, 2021 &
No City meetings or events found
Sunday, June 6, 2021
East Bay Green Home Tour 10 am – 1 pm
Tour schedule: https://www.eastbaygreenhome.com/schedule
Register Eventbrite: https://www.eastbaygreenhome.com/register
AGENDA: Features short video tours of 12 homes 6 on June 6 and 6 on June 13 with each tour followed by live Q&A with the homeowner/tenant. Extras include induction cooking, heat pumps, air quality, solar storage, power outages, rebates
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/electrification/
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City Council Regular Meeting June 1 at 6 pm
email comments [email protected]
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89868895268
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 898 6889 5268
AGENDA CONSENT: 1. Waiver of Sanctuary of City Ordinance for Westlaw Contract as external legal resource (Westlaw provides services to ICE), 2. Formal bid solicitations $2,270,000, 3. Appropriations limit for FY2022, 4. Amend Contract add $225,000 total $3,716,917 with Ghilotti Construction Co, Inc, for Rose Garden Pergola Reconstruction and Site Improvements, 5. MOU Multi-Agency Policing for Grizzly Peak Blvd (Oakland police Dept, UCB Police, East Bay Regional Park District, BPD, Contra Costa Sherrif’s Dept, EBMUD, City of Orinda), 6. Disaster and Fire Safety Commission – Expand Automatic Gas Shut-off Valve Requirements in Multi-family, Condominium and Commercial Buildings undergoing Renovations, 7. Arreguin, co-sponsor Harrison, Hahn, Wengraf – Oppose AB 1139 Net Metering – 80% reduction in credit given to solar users for surplus energy sent back to the grid, 8. Arreguin co-sponsors Hahn, Bartlett, Harrison – FY2022 Budget Referral $900,000 Continuing Anti-Displacement Programs (Housing Retention $250,000, EBLC $275,000, EDC $275,000, Flexible Housing Subsidies for Homeless Prevention $100,000), 9. Arreguin, co-sponsors Harrison, Kesarwani, Taplin – FY2022 Budget Referral $100,000 Landlord incentives for Section 8 Participation, 10. Arreguin, co-sponsors Bartlett, Harrison, Taplin – Support SB 617 the Solar Access Act, 11. Arreguin – Reappointment of Dan Rossi, Christine Schildt and Adolph Moody to Berkeley Housing Authority Board of Commissioners, 12. Arreguin, co-sponsor Hahn – Budget Referral $200,000 to Bay Area Land Trust for Small Sites Program, 13. Arreguin, co-sponsor Harrison, Wengraf, Hahn - Budget Referral $200,000 for Phase 2, Part 1, Part 2, Part 3, Part 4 of Civic Center District Visioning, 14. Hahn, co-sponsors Taplin, Wengraf, Arreguin - Berkeley Rep’s OVATION relinquishment of Councilmember office budget funds, ACTION: 15. FY2022 Proposed Budget Hearing #2, 16. ZAB Appeal 2421 Fifth, 17. Police Accountability Board – Appointment of Members, 18 a. SSBPPE – Resolution CoB and City food service vendors shall not serve sugar sweetened beverages at city meetings, use city funds for sugar sweetened beverages or sell sugar sweetened beverages in vending machines, b. CM alternative – healthy options shall be emphasized and the majority of beverages shall not be sugar-sweetened, 19. Harrison – Resolution Updating CoB Street Maintenance and Rehabilitation Policy.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
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Agenda and Rules Committee, 2:30 pm,
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85944483096
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 859 4448 3096
AGENDA: 2. Planning for June 15 Regular City Council meeting CONSENT: 1. 2nd reading Lease Agreement 2010 Addison (Center Street Garage) Lexie’s Frozen Custard, 2. 2nd reading BMC 14.72.105 broader range of community facilities to be eligible for parking permits, 3. Path to Permanence: Outdoor Dining and Commerce, 4. Temporary Appropriations FY2022 $50 million, FY 2022 Tax Rates items 5 – 16: 5. Debt service on Neighborhood Branch Library improvements, 6. Debt Service 2015 Refunding General Obligation Bonds Measures G, S, &I, 7. Debt Service on Affordable Housing General Obligation Bonds Measure O, 8. Business License Tax on Large Non-Profits, 9. Funding Firefighting, Emergency Medical Response and Wildfire Prevention Measure FF, 10. Maintenance of Parks, City Trees and Landscaping, 11. Provision of Library Services, 12. Emergency Services for the Severely Disabled Measure E, 13. Debt Service on Infrastructure and Facilities General Obligation Bonds Measure T1, 14. Debt Service on Street and Watershed Improvements General Obligation Bonds Measure M, 15. Fund Fire Protection and Emergency Response and Preparedness Measure GG, 16. Emergency Medical Services Paramedic Tax, 17. Designate a Line of Succession for the Director of Emergency Services, 18. Revenue Grant from Alameda Co of $32,080 for Public Health Infrastructure Program (health promotion), 19. Housing Trust Fund Predevelopment Loan Advance for Maudelle Miller Shirek Community at 2001 Ashby of $1.5 million, 20. Amend and extend contract thru FY2023 with Easy Does It for disability services and to include conditions stipulating implementing and sustaining audit recommendations, 21. Revenue Grant $14,000 from State for Tuberculosis Program, 22. Accept Community Services Block Grant, 23. Contract add $100,000 total $150,000 with Renne Public Law Group LLP for Chief Labor Negotiator Services, 24. Contract add $53,000 total $102,999 thru 12/31/2023 with Bryce Consulting for Professional Classification Studies, Compensation Surveys, Desk Audits, 25. Contract add $215,000 total $665,000 with Sloan Sakai LLP for Chief Labor Negotiator Services, 26. Contract $61,215 with 20% contingency $12,243 with Get IT Tech for new electronic gate system at the waterfront, 27. Contract with Community Conservation Centers, In for processing and marketing services of recyclable materials 7/1/2021-6/30/2026 with 5 year extension option 10 yr total $30,080,793, 28. Contract with Ecology Center for curbside recycling collection 7/1/2021-6/30/2026 with 5 year extension option 10 yr total $54,528,752, 29. Contract add $50,000 total $250,000 and extend to 6/30/2023 with HF&H Consultants, LLC for study of providing commercial collection services and development and update of rate model, 30. Contract add $150,000 total $340,000 and extend to 6/3/2025 with Fairbanks Scales, Inc for preventive maintenance and repairs at CoB solid waste management and transfer station, 31. Zero Waste Commission - Support Assembly Bills 881 (closes loophole of Plastic Waste Exports counted as recycling regardless of ultimate destination), 1454 (bottle bill modernization helps recycling centers stay open), 1276 (expands restrictions on single-use foodware to upon request), 32. Bartlett so-sponsor Harrison - Support AB-279 Intermediate Care and Skilled Nursing Facilities prohibits facilities from terminating, transferring or significantly altering conditions of residential care services during COVID-19 also includes conditions of sale, 33. Wengraf & Harrison – oppose SB 9, ACTION: 34. Amendments to ADU Ordinance to address public safety concerns BMC 23C.24 & 23F.04, 35. Public Hearing Street Lighting Assessments FY2022, 36. CM- Systems Alignment Proposal, 37. Droste – so-sponsors Robinson, Kesarwani, Arreguin, Commission Reorganization combine Zero Waste, Energy, CEAC (Climate & Environment Advisory Commission) and Animal Care into one 18 member Climate and Environment Commission, combine Peace, Justice and Human Welfare into one commission with only Mayor and Council appointees eliminate BUSD appointees and representatives of the poor, refer to CM and Commissions review for mandates, charters, and staff to develop recommendations, 38. City Council Comments on the FY 2022 proposed Biennial Budget, Information Reports: City Council Short Term Referral Process-Quarterly Update, 40. Update on the Implementation of the FIP (Fair and Impartial Policing Task Force) recommendations, 41. Animal Care Commission workplan, 42. Planning Commission workplan,
New Commissions
Commission on Climate and the Environment
(18 members)
Combine - Zero Waste, Energy, Community Environmental Advisory Commission, and Animal Care
Combine - Parks, Recreation, Waterfront (special Marina subcommittee)
Children, Youth, and Recreation and Parks and Waterfront
Combine - Peace, Justice, and Human Welfare
(mayor and council appointees only eliminates representatives of the poor)
Peace and Justice Commission and Human Welfare and Community Action Commission
Combine - Public Health Commission & Sugar Sweetened Beverage Panel of Experts
Combine - Housing Advisory Commission (Phase 1 priority consolidation) Measure O and Housing Advisory Commission
Combine - Homeless Services Panel of Experts (Phase 1 priority consolidation) and Homeless Commission
Combine - Public Works and Transportation
Public Works and Transportation
Combine - Planning and Cannabis
All other commissions will maintain their current structure: Aging, Library Board of Trustees, Civic Arts, Disability, Commission on the Status of Women, Design Review Committee, Disaster and Fire Safety, BIDs, Fair Campaign Practices and Open Government, Redistricting, Landmarks Preservation, Labor, Loan Adjustments Board, Personnel, Planning, Police Review/Accountability, Reimagining Public Safety, Mental Health, Zoning Adjustments Board, and Youth
Policy Committee Oversight
Commissions
Agenda and Rules
1.Fair Campaign Practices/Open Government Commission
2.Personnel Board
Budget and Finance
(any legislation that requires funding)
Public Safety
1.Disaster and Fire Safety Commission
2.Police Accountability Board/Police Review Commission
3.Reimagining Public Safety Task Force
Facilities, Infrastructure, Transportation and the Environment
1.Commission on the Environment
2.Parks, Recreation and Waterfront with Marina Subcommittee
3.Public Works and Transportation
Land Use and Economic Development
1.Measure O Housing Commission
2.Planning Commission
3.Labor
4.Civic Arts Commission
Health, Equity, Life Enrichment, and Community
1.Peace, Justice and Civil Rights
2.Health and Sugar Sweetened Beverage Panel of Experts
3.Homeless Services Panel of Experts
4.Mental Health Commissions (state/federal mandate)
5.Commission on the Status of Women
6.Disability Commission
Other Commissions: Zoning Adjustments Board (DRC), Landmarks Preservation Commission, Board of Library Trustees, BIDS, Independent Redistricting Commission, Loan Administration Board.
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
2421 Fifth Street (construct two residential buildings) 6/1/2021
2943 Pine (construct a 2nd story) 9/28/2021
1205 Peralta (conversion of garage) 10/12/2021
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with End of Appeal Period
2002 Addison 6/3/2021
1730 Blake (3-story single-family dwelling) 6/8/2021
723 Delaware 6/17/2021
0 Fifth 6/17/2021
2301 Oak 6/1/2021
1634 San Pablo 6/10/2021
3 Virginia Gardens 6/17/2021
2234 Ward 6/1/2021
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSESSIONS
July 20 – 1. Bayer Development Agreement (tentative), 2. Measure FF/Fire Prevention
September 21 – 1. Housing Element (RHNA)
October 19 – 1. Update Zero Waste Rates and Priorities, 2. Berkeley Police Department Hiring Practices (referred by Public Safety Committee), 3. Crime Report
December 7 – 1. Review and Update on City’s COVID-19 Response, 2. WETA/Ferry Service at the Marina, 3. Presentation by Bay Restoration Authority
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Worth Noting:
The full agendas for the City Council Agenda and Rules Committee and the Regular June 1 City Council meeting consume so much space they follow the daily list of events and meetings. This should make a quick scan of daily meetings easier.
Key Meetings and Events:
Tuesday – Agenda and Rules Committee at 2:30 pm and City Council regular meeting at 6 pm (go to www.berkeleydailyplanet.com for coverage of key agenda items)
Wednesday – Budget and Finance Committee at 10 am
Sunday June 6 – Virtual Green Home Tour of 6 homes at 10 am – 1 pm
Budget Town Hall, June 8 at 5:30 pm https://www.jessearreguin.com/
The proposed budget from the CM (City Manager) was first presented at City Council on May 25. Use these links to access the 484 page budget and presentation to council. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2021/05_May/City_Council__05-25-2021_-_Regular_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
38.
FY 2022 Proposed Budget and Proposed Budget Public Hearing #1
Revised Material (Supp 3)
Presentation
Long Weekend - Sunday, May 30, 2021 & Monday, May 31, 2021 – Memorial Day Holiday
Tuesday, June 1, 2021
Agenda and Rules Committee, 2:30 pm,
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85944483096
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 859 4448 3096
AGENDA: 2. Planning for June 15 Regular City Council meeting, 5. Council Worksessions Schedule, 6. Council Referrals to Agenda Committee for Scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review: 8. Impact of COVID, 9. Preliminary Analysis of return to in-person meetings of City legislative bodies, Unscheduled Items: 10. Strengthening and Supporting City Commissions, Kitchen Exhaust Fans, Surveillance Technology & Acquisition Report, Objective Standards for Density, Design and Shadows.. (To review full agenda go to link or to agenda list that follows daily calendar)
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
City Council Regular Meeting at 6 pm,
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82597941909
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID:
AGENDA: (To review full agenda go to link or to agenda list that follows daily calendar)
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board Budget and Personnel Committee at 5 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/91749712513?pwd=Y08raGkxOEdvWDB0MWYzQ2Z0U3o0Zz09
Teleconference: 1-408-638-0968 Meeting ID: 917 4971 2513
AGENDA: 6. Registration Fee Update, 7. FY 2021-2022 line-item budget.
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Wednesday, June 2, 2021
City Council Budget & Finance Committee at 10 am (this special meeting is on Wednesday)
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89452484127
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 894 5248 4127
AGENDA: 2. FY 2021-2025 Revenue Projections, 3. Deferrals to the AAO Process November (mid-year requests), 4. Discussion of Council Referrals to Budget Process.
City Council Facilities, Infrastructure, Transportation, Environment & Sustainability Committee at 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81029925371
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 810 2992 5371
AGENDA: 2. Referral Response: Ordinance Amending BMC7.52 Reducing Tax Imposed for Qualifying Electrification, Energy Efficiency and Water Conservation Retrofits, 3. Commit the CoB to a Just Transition from Fossil Fuel Economy and establish a Just Transition Working Group, 5. Establish a Pilot Climate Equity Action Fund to Assist Low-Income Residents with Transition to Zero-Carbon Transportation and Buildings, 6. Budget Referral and Resolution Establishing A Pilot Existing Building Electrification Incentive Program,
Homeless Services Panel of Experts at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/92491365323
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 924 9136 5323
AGENDA: 7. Review recommendations for Measure P funding to submit to Budget and Finance Committee, 8. Begin discussion of work to be conducted between budget recommendations.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Homeless_Services_Panel_of_Experts.aspx
Planning Commission at 7 – 10 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/92536303643
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 925 3630 3643
AGENDA: 9. Public Hearing DEIR (Environmental Impact Report) Bayer Healthcare LLC DSEIR public comment period ends 7/6/2021 https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Zoning_Adjustment_Board/Bayer_Development_Agreement.aspx, 10. Business Support Amendment Referrals R&D,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Thursday, June 3, 2021
City Council Special Closed Session, 3 pm,
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82185996634
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 821 8599 6634
AGENDA: 1. Conference Property Negotiators 199 Seawall Drive, 2. Conference with Labor Negotiators employee organizations: IBEW, Local 1245, SEIU 1021 Community Services and Part-time Recreation Activity Leaders, Berkeley Firefighters Association Local 1227, Berkeley Police Association, SEIU 1021 Maintenance and Clerical Chapters, Local 1227 I.A.F.F./Berkeley Chief Fire Officers Association, Public Employees Union Local 1,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Landmarks Preservation Commission at 7 – 11:30 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/99379095208
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 993 7909 5208
AGENDA: 5. 1120 Second Street – Structural Alteration Permit – new signage, 6. 2212 Fifth Street – initiate structure of merit consideration built 1877, 7. LPC Annual Report for council.
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/landmarkspreservationcommission/
Public Works Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84312916787
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 843 1291 6787
AGENDA: Presentation Adopt a Spot followed by discussion and possible action
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Public_Works_Commission_Homepage.aspx
WETA (Water Emergency Transportation Authority) at 1 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89718217408
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 897 1821 7408 Passcode: 33779
AGENDA: 5. Reports of Staff e. Monthly ridership and recovery report, 7. Approve FY2021-2022 Budget,
https://weta.sanfranciscobayferry.com/next-board-meeting
Friday, June 4, 2021 & Saturday, June 5, 2021 &
No City meetings or events found
Sunday, June 6, 2021
East Bay Green Home Tour 10 am – 1 pm
Tour schedule: https://www.eastbaygreenhome.com/schedule
Register Eventbrite: https://www.eastbaygreenhome.com/register
AGENDA: Features short video tours of 12 homes 6 on June 6 and 6 on June 13 with each tour followed by live Q&A with the homeowner/tenant. Extras include induction cooking, heat pumps, air quality, solar storage, power outages, rebates
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/electrification/
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City Council Regular Meeting June 1 at 6 pm
email comments [email protected]
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89868895268
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 898 6889 5268
AGENDA CONSENT: 1. Waiver of Sanctuary of City Ordinance for Westlaw Contract as external legal resource (Westlaw provides services to ICE), 2. Formal bid solicitations $2,270,000, 3. Appropriations limit for FY2022, 4. Amend Contract add $225,000 total $3,716,917 with Ghilotti Construction Co, Inc, for Rose Garden Pergola Reconstruction and Site Improvements, 5. MOU Multi-Agency Policing for Grizzly Peak Blvd (Oakland police Dept, UCB Police, East Bay Regional Park District, BPD, Contra Costa Sherrif’s Dept, EBMUD, City of Orinda), 6. Disaster and Fire Safety Commission – Expand Automatic Gas Shut-off Valve Requirements in Multi-family, Condominium and Commercial Buildings undergoing Renovations, 7. Arreguin, co-sponsor Harrison, Hahn, Wengraf – Oppose AB 1139 Net Metering – 80% reduction in credit given to solar users for surplus energy sent back to the grid, 8. Arreguin co-sponsors Hahn, Bartlett, Harrison – FY2022 Budget Referral $900,000 Continuing Anti-Displacement Programs (Housing Retention $250,000, EBLC $275,000, EDC $275,000, Flexible Housing Subsidies for Homeless Prevention $100,000), 9. Arreguin, co-sponsors Harrison, Kesarwani, Taplin – FY2022 Budget Referral $100,000 Landlord incentives for Section 8 Participation, 10. Arreguin, co-sponsors Bartlett, Harrison, Taplin – Support SB 617 the Solar Access Act, 11. Arreguin – Reappointment of Dan Rossi, Christine Schildt and Adolph Moody to Berkeley Housing Authority Board of Commissioners, 12. Arreguin, co-sponsor Hahn – Budget Referral $200,000 to Bay Area Land Trust for Small Sites Program, 13. Arreguin, co-sponsor Harrison, Wengraf, Hahn - Budget Referral $200,000 for Phase 2, Part 1, Part 2, Part 3, Part 4 of Civic Center District Visioning, 14. Hahn, co-sponsors Taplin, Wengraf, Arreguin - Berkeley Rep’s OVATION relinquishment of Councilmember office budget funds, ACTION: 15. FY2022 Proposed Budget Hearing #2, 16. ZAB Appeal 2421 Fifth, 17. Police Accountability Board – Appointment of Members, 18 a. SSBPPE – Resolution CoB and City food service vendors shall not serve sugar sweetened beverages at city meetings, use city funds for sugar sweetened beverages or sell sugar sweetened beverages in vending machines, b. CM alternative – healthy options shall be emphasized and the majority of beverages shall not be sugar-sweetened, 19. Harrison – Resolution Updating CoB Street Maintenance and Rehabilitation Policy.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
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Agenda and Rules Committee, 2:30 pm,
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85944483096
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 859 4448 3096
AGENDA: 2. Planning for June 15 Regular City Council meeting CONSENT: 1. 2nd reading Lease Agreement 2010 Addison (Center Street Garage) Lexie’s Frozen Custard, 2. 2nd reading BMC 14.72.105 broader range of community facilities to be eligible for parking permits, 3. Path to Permanence: Outdoor Dining and Commerce, 4. Temporary Appropriations FY2022 $50 million, FY 2022 Tax Rates items 5 – 16: 5. Debt service on Neighborhood Branch Library improvements, 6. Debt Service 2015 Refunding General Obligation Bonds Measures G, S, &I, 7. Debt Service on Affordable Housing General Obligation Bonds Measure O, 8. Business License Tax on Large Non-Profits, 9. Funding Firefighting, Emergency Medical Response and Wildfire Prevention Measure FF, 10. Maintenance of Parks, City Trees and Landscaping, 11. Provision of Library Services, 12. Emergency Services for the Severely Disabled Measure E, 13. Debt Service on Infrastructure and Facilities General Obligation Bonds Measure T1, 14. Debt Service on Street and Watershed Improvements General Obligation Bonds Measure M, 15. Fund Fire Protection and Emergency Response and Preparedness Measure GG, 16. Emergency Medical Services Paramedic Tax, 17. Designate a Line of Succession for the Director of Emergency Services, 18. Revenue Grant from Alameda Co of $32,080 for Public Health Infrastructure Program (health promotion), 19. Housing Trust Fund Predevelopment Loan Advance for Maudelle Miller Shirek Community at 2001 Ashby of $1.5 million, 20. Amend and extend contract thru FY2023 with Easy Does It for disability services and to include conditions stipulating implementing and sustaining audit recommendations, 21. Revenue Grant $14,000 from State for Tuberculosis Program, 22. Accept Community Services Block Grant, 23. Contract add $100,000 total $150,000 with Renne Public Law Group LLP for Chief Labor Negotiator Services, 24. Contract add $53,000 total $102,999 thru 12/31/2023 with Bryce Consulting for Professional Classification Studies, Compensation Surveys, Desk Audits, 25. Contract add $215,000 total $665,000 with Sloan Sakai LLP for Chief Labor Negotiator Services, 26. Contract $61,215 with 20% contingency $12,243 with Get IT Tech for new electronic gate system at the waterfront, 27. Contract with Community Conservation Centers, In for processing and marketing services of recyclable materials 7/1/2021-6/30/2026 with 5 year extension option 10 yr total $30,080,793, 28. Contract with Ecology Center for curbside recycling collection 7/1/2021-6/30/2026 with 5 year extension option 10 yr total $54,528,752, 29. Contract add $50,000 total $250,000 and extend to 6/30/2023 with HF&H Consultants, LLC for study of providing commercial collection services and development and update of rate model, 30. Contract add $150,000 total $340,000 and extend to 6/3/2025 with Fairbanks Scales, Inc for preventive maintenance and repairs at CoB solid waste management and transfer station, 31. Zero Waste Commission - Support Assembly Bills 881 (closes loophole of Plastic Waste Exports counted as recycling regardless of ultimate destination), 1454 (bottle bill modernization helps recycling centers stay open), 1276 (expands restrictions on single-use foodware to upon request), 32. Bartlett so-sponsor Harrison - Support AB-279 Intermediate Care and Skilled Nursing Facilities prohibits facilities from terminating, transferring or significantly altering conditions of residential care services during COVID-19 also includes conditions of sale, 33. Wengraf & Harrison – oppose SB 9, ACTION: 34. Amendments to ADU Ordinance to address public safety concerns BMC 23C.24 & 23F.04, 35. Public Hearing Street Lighting Assessments FY2022, 36. CM- Systems Alignment Proposal, 37. Droste – so-sponsors Robinson, Kesarwani, Arreguin, Commission Reorganization combine Zero Waste, Energy, CEAC (Climate & Environment Advisory Commission) and Animal Care into one 18 member Climate and Environment Commission, combine Peace, Justice and Human Welfare into one commission with only Mayor and Council appointees eliminate BUSD appointees and representatives of the poor, refer to CM and Commissions review for mandates, charters, and staff to develop recommendations, 38. City Council Comments on the FY 2022 proposed Biennial Budget, Information Reports: City Council Short Term Referral Process-Quarterly Update, 40. Update on the Implementation of the FIP (Fair and Impartial Policing Task Force) recommendations, 41. Animal Care Commission workplan, 42. Planning Commission workplan,
New Commissions
Commission on Climate and the Environment
(18 members)
Combine - Zero Waste, Energy, Community Environmental Advisory Commission, and Animal Care
Combine - Parks, Recreation, Waterfront (special Marina subcommittee)
Children, Youth, and Recreation and Parks and Waterfront
Combine - Peace, Justice, and Human Welfare
(mayor and council appointees only eliminates representatives of the poor)
Peace and Justice Commission and Human Welfare and Community Action Commission
Combine - Public Health Commission & Sugar Sweetened Beverage Panel of Experts
Combine - Housing Advisory Commission (Phase 1 priority consolidation) Measure O and Housing Advisory Commission
Combine - Homeless Services Panel of Experts (Phase 1 priority consolidation) and Homeless Commission
Combine - Public Works and Transportation
Public Works and Transportation
Combine - Planning and Cannabis
All other commissions will maintain their current structure: Aging, Library Board of Trustees, Civic Arts, Disability, Commission on the Status of Women, Design Review Committee, Disaster and Fire Safety, BIDs, Fair Campaign Practices and Open Government, Redistricting, Landmarks Preservation, Labor, Loan Adjustments Board, Personnel, Planning, Police Review/Accountability, Reimagining Public Safety, Mental Health, Zoning Adjustments Board, and Youth
Policy Committee Oversight
Commissions
Agenda and Rules
1.Fair Campaign Practices/Open Government Commission
2.Personnel Board
Budget and Finance
(any legislation that requires funding)
Public Safety
1.Disaster and Fire Safety Commission
2.Police Accountability Board/Police Review Commission
3.Reimagining Public Safety Task Force
Facilities, Infrastructure, Transportation and the Environment
1.Commission on the Environment
2.Parks, Recreation and Waterfront with Marina Subcommittee
3.Public Works and Transportation
Land Use and Economic Development
1.Measure O Housing Commission
2.Planning Commission
3.Labor
4.Civic Arts Commission
Health, Equity, Life Enrichment, and Community
1.Peace, Justice and Civil Rights
2.Health and Sugar Sweetened Beverage Panel of Experts
3.Homeless Services Panel of Experts
4.Mental Health Commissions (state/federal mandate)
5.Commission on the Status of Women
6.Disability Commission
Other Commissions: Zoning Adjustments Board (DRC), Landmarks Preservation Commission, Board of Library Trustees, BIDS, Independent Redistricting Commission, Loan Administration Board.
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
2421 Fifth Street (construct two residential buildings) 6/1/2021
2943 Pine (construct a 2nd story) 9/28/2021
1205 Peralta (conversion of garage) 10/12/2021
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with End of Appeal Period
2002 Addison 6/3/2021
1730 Blake (3-story single-family dwelling) 6/8/2021
723 Delaware 6/17/2021
0 Fifth 6/17/2021
2301 Oak 6/1/2021
1634 San Pablo 6/10/2021
3 Virginia Gardens 6/17/2021
2234 Ward 6/1/2021
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSESSIONS
July 20 – 1. Bayer Development Agreement (tentative), 2. Measure FF/Fire Prevention
September 21 – 1. Housing Element (RHNA)
October 19 – 1. Update Zero Waste Rates and Priorities, 2. Berkeley Police Department Hiring Practices (referred by Public Safety Committee), 3. Crime Report
December 7 – 1. Review and Update on City’s COVID-19 Response, 2. WETA/Ferry Service at the Marina, 3. Presentation by Bay Restoration Authority
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
May 23 - May 30, 2021
Worth Noting:
The Tuesday evening May 25th City Council Agenda is very long with 35 consent items. You can either use the link to scan through the agenda or go to the end of the weekly calendar for the agenda. The June 1 council agenda is available for comment and is included after the June 25 Agenda.
Tuesday – City Council at 6 pm – Item #38 is the first budget hearing for fiscal year 2022. Item 41 is the Reorganization of Commissions. Mayor Arreguin said at the Agenda committee the commission reorganization will be rescheduled to June 15. Be prepared to with comments.
Thursday – Budget and Finance Committee at 10 am – Item 2 is the Fire Dept and Police Dept Budget Discussion. Thursday evening Mental Health Commission at 2 pm – Item 3 is the update on the Special Care Unit.
Sunday, May 23, 2021
Bringing Back the Natives Garden Tour at 10 am – 3 pm (event is virtual and free)
Register at https://www.bringingbackthenatives.net/register-2021
Hosted on Zoom and YouTube – see April 25 and May 2 tours at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLIN_S5D0pZjeO59HBi2HyA
Home page: https://www.bringingbackthenatives.net/
Monday, May 24 2021
Children, Youth and Recreation Commission at 7 – 9 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/93691576301
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 936 9157 6301
AGENDA: 8. PWR fee increase review, 11. COVID related program changes,
http://www.ci.berkeley.ca.us/Children_Youth_and_Recreation_Commission/
Loan Administration Board at 4 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84121337351?pwd=MjZvV3dUS0VxYkxwd045dndRTEtKQT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 841 2133 7351
AGENDA ACTION: Berkeley Hospitality (new motel at the corner of University and Sacramento) $180,000, Kidventurez $75,000
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Loan_Admin_Board.aspx
Zero Waste Commission at 7 – 9 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/s/82587046286
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 825 8704 6286
AGENDA: 6. Staff Updates, Single Use Foodware & Litter Reduction Ordinance Implementation, Discussion/Action Report-back from COVID-Related Waste Mitigation Subcommittee.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Zero_Waste_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Tuesday, May 25, 2021
City Council Closed Session, 3:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89583335567
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 895 8333 5567
AGENDA: 1. Conference with Labor Negotiators, Conference with Labor Negotiators, employee organizations: IBEW, Local 1245, SEIU 1021 Community Services and Part-time Recreation Activity Leaders, Berkeley Firefighters Association Local 1227, Berkeley Police Association, SEIU 1021 Maintenance and Clerical Chapters, Local 1227 I.A.F.F./Berkeley Chief Fire Officers Association, Public Employees Union Local 1, 2. Public Employee Appointment Interim Director of the Police Accountability Board.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2021/05_May/City_Council__05-25-2021_-_Closed_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
City Council Regular Meeting at 6 pm,
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89074533623
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 890 7453 3623
Use the link or scroll down to end
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Solano Avenue Business Improvement District Advisory Board at 10 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86475480085
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 864 7548 0085
AGENDA: 4. Projects and goals
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Solano_BID_Board.aspx
Wednesday, May 26, 2021
Board of Library Trustees at 6:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86042306505
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 860 4230 6505
AGENDA Consent: B. Contract $702,384 includes 20% $117,064 contingency) with Rainbow Waterproofing and Restoration, C. Amend Contract add $35,000 total $85,000 with Johnson Controls for service maintenance and monitoring North Branch Library, D. Amend Contract add $37,450 total$111,775 and extend to June 30, 2023 with Sevva Group, Inc., ACTION: A. Library Tax Rates FY 2022 $0.2402/sq ft for dwelling units and $0.3632/sq ft for industrial, commercial and institutional buildings, B. Proposed Budget FY2022 All Library Funds revenue $22,041,603, expenditure $25,655,784.
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
Civic Arts Commission at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86147520326
Teleconference: 1-669-9009128 Meeting ID: 861 4752 0326
AGENDA: 6. Action Items a) FY22 Civic Art Grant Awards total $1,448,284 contingent on Council approval, b) Draft Public Art Ordinance, c) Donation framed artwork from Civic Center exhibition, Artist Tony Kay “Evidence”, d) Design for Earthsong Sign with bell by Wang Po Shu, e) Approval of Berkeley Art Works Grants – May 2021 Panel Results.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CivicArtsCommissionHomepage/
Disaster and Fire Safety Commission at 7 – 9 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/94194753267
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 941 9475 3267
AGENDA: 3. Recommendation on Measure GG Tax Rate Adjustment, 4. Recommendation on Financial Reporting and Process, 5. GG Reimbursement from COVID-19 response.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Disaster_and_Fire_Safety_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Energy Commission at 5 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/94977798913
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 949 7779 8913
AGENDA: 7. Presentation Vision Zero Plan Eric Anderson, Senior Planner, Transportation Division, 9. Consideration to create climate equity fund, 10. Discussion on Commission realignment.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Energy_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Police Review Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87070468124
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 870 7046 8124
AGENDA: 9. A. Discuss vaccination status of sworn officers, b. Consider making recommendations to new Police Accountability Board, c. Lexipol policies 324-Media Relations, 403-Crime and Disaster Scene Integrity and Investigation, 804-Records Maintenance and Release, d. Whether to participate in a scenario-based use-of-force training offered by Police Dept., 10. A. Extent of hate crimes tracking and BPD response to recent anti-Asian hate crimes.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Thursday, May 27, 2021
City Council Budget & Finance Committee at 10 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81070983541
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 810 7098 3541
AGENDA: 2. FY2022 Fire Dept, Police Dept Budget Discussion, 3. FY2021-2025 Revenue Projections, 4. Deferral to AAO Process in November (budget requests deferred to be reconsidered in November), 5. Predevelopment Allocation Ashby Recreation and Community Housing Consortium (Planning Grant for Ashby BART East Parking Lot), 6. A Pilot Existing Building Electrification Incentive Program to Assist New and existing homeowners and renters transition to zero-carbon buildings.
Mental Health Commission at 7 – 9 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/96361748103
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 963 6174 8103
AGENDA: 3. Specialized Care Unit, 4. City Auditor Report of Berkeley Police Response, 6. Re-imagining Public Safety Task Force Update, 7. General Public Mental Health System Session “Whole Person Care,” 8. US Dept of Justice ADA investigation of Santa Rita Jail.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Mental_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Zoning Adjustment Board at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/95814245163
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 958 1424 5163
AGENDA: 2. 770 Page – demolish existing single family dwelling and construct 4 detached 3-story approximately 1500 sq ft dwelling units on 5,532 sq ft lot – on consent
3. 2737 Durant – construct 3-story, 4 dwelling unit building on existing vacant lot, R-3(H) Multiple Family Residential District, Hillside Overlay, on consent,
4. 2015 Blake – Review and comment on DEIR to merge 7 parcels into 2, demolish 4 existing buildings (one residential building, associated accessory structure and 2 nonresidential buildings), relocate and restore 2 existing residential buildings with 7 units and construct 2 new residential buildings, 3-story 6 unit building with 2 units affordable to low income households and a 7-story, 155-unit building with 9 units affordable to very low income, subterranean garage with 93 parking spaces,
5. 600 Addison – demolish buildings on an approximately 8.4 acre industrial site and to construct a research and development campus containing 2 buildings totaling 461,822 sq ft of gross floor area and 924 parking spaces, project includes removing and replanting oak tree - staff recommend adopt Mitigated Negative Declaration and Approve
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
Friday, May 28, 2021 & Saturday, May 29, 2021 & Sunday, May 30, 2021
Memorial Day Holiday Monday, May 31
No City meetings or events found
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City Council Regular Meeting, May 25 at 6 pm
email comments to [email protected]
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89074533623
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 890 7453 3623
AGENDA CONSENT: 1. 2nd reading - Amendment FY2021 Annual Appropriations $76,221,382 (gross) $51,227,368, 2. Resolution and Ratifying COVID-19 Local Emergency, 3. Minutes for approval, 4. Assessments: Berkeley Tourism Business Improvement District FY22, 5. Assessment: Berkeley Property Owners Business Improvement District - Downtown FY22 & Authorize contract with Downtown Business Association (DBA) $7,285,257 for 7/1/2021-12/31/2026, 6. Assessment: North Shattuck Business Improvement District FY22, 7. Assessment: Telegraph Business Improvement District, 8. Formal Bid Solicitations $250,000, 9. Memorandum of Agreement with the City of Oakland for National Urban Search and Rescue Response System acting through FEMA, Sate and Local governments, 10. Contract $100,000 with Multicultural Institute for COVID-19 Outreach and Health Education Activities 6/1/2021-6/30/2022 outreach to Latinx, particularly day laborer and domestic workers, 11. Revenue Grant Funding Support from State of CA Board of State and Community Corrections Proposition 64 Public Health related to Marijuana Act, $1,000,000 5/1/2021-4/30/2024, 12. Revenue Grant Funding Support State of CA Public Health Services, 1-CHDP $353,395, 2-MCAH $332,000, 3-Tobacco $300,000, 4. Immunizations $42,204, 5-Public Heal Emergency Preparedness $257,000, 13. Accept Donation from CA Office of Emergency Services $9,000, 14. Classification and Salary: Establish Director of Police Accountability monthly salary $11,862.93 - $17,794.40, 15. Protiviti Government Services: GSA Vehicle for Professional Services, GS-35F-0280X $137,000, 16. Grant Application Surrendered and Abandoned Vessel Exchange (SAVE) $42,000, 17. P.O. $206,180 with Altec Industries, Inc for One (1) Aerial Bucket Truck, 18. P.O. $245,000 with Braun Northwest for One (1) 2021 North Star 155-1 Type 1 Ambulance, 19. P.O. $206,200 with Cal-Line Equipment Inc for three(3) Bandit 250XP Brush Chippers, 20. P.O. $866,000 with Golden State Fire Apparatus, Inc. for one (1)Pierce Quantum 1500 GPM Pumper, 21. Contract add $50,000 total $100,000 with Stanley Access Technologies for On-call and Emergency Repair Service for Automatic Doors, 22. Declaration of Intent – FY22 Street Lighting Assessments, 23. Fund Allocation request to MTC $450,000Transportation Development Act Article 3, 24. Agreement with AC Transit for Operation and Maintenance of transit Signal Priority Equipment deployed by Rapid Corridors Project, 25. Surplus Lands Act AB 1255 requires jurisdictions to compile and report annually an inventory of surplus lands to CA Dept of Housing and Community Development, 26. Lease Agreement: 2010 Addison/Center St Garage with Lexie’s Frozen Custard, 27. Appointment Monica Renee Jones to Mental Health Commission, 28. Authorization for Police Review Commission to conduct online poll, 29. Arreguin - Support AB 1177 CA Banking Options Act (zero fee, zero penalty financial services would eliminate exploitative alternatives such check cashing and pre-paid debit cards), 30. Taplin-Budget Referral Sixth St Traffic Calming 1. Rapid Rectangular Flashing Beacons at Sixth and Channing, 2. Median refuge, 31. Hahn, co-sponsor Bartlett - COVID Economic Recovery-Expanding Local Purchasing Preferences to Rebuild the City’s Local Economy Tax Base, 32. Wengraf cosponsors Arreguin, Hahn, Taplin - Holocaust Remembrance Day, 33. Wengraf, co-sponsors Hahn, Harrison, Droste - Budget Referral Traffic Calming increase funding by $100,000 to $200,000, 34. Wengraf, co-sponsors Hahn, Harrison, Droste - Amend BMC14.72.105 allow broader range of community facilities to be eligible for parking permits, 35. Droste-cosponsors Arreguin, Robinson, Bartlett - Budget Referral Willard Park Ambassador, ACTION: 36. Public Hearing Environmental Division Fee Schedule adding microenterprise home kitchen operations (MEHKOs) proposed $510 for permit and inspection, 37. Public Hearing Recreation and Camps fee increases, 38. FY2022 proposed budget hearing #1, final adoption June 29, 2021, 39. a. Grant Allocation Recommendation for Programs from Sugar Sweetened Beverage Panel of Experts (SSBPE), b. CM approve SSBPE recommendations 1-13 (not 14 & 15) and uphold previously Public Health allocation $339,374, 40.a. Hahn Amend Berkeley Election Reform Act (BERA) to Regulate officeholder accounts, b. Fair Campaign Practices Commission 1-prohibit or regulate officeholder accounts, 41. (per Arreguin will be moved to consent to be rescheduled for June 15) Droste-cosponsors Kesarwani Robinson, Commission Reorganization for Post-COVID19 Budget Recovery Refer to the CM and City Attorney to bring back changes to the enabling legislation phased approach Phase 1: prioritize merging Homeless Commission & Homeless Services Panel of Experts and merging Housing Advisory Commission & Measure O Bond Oversight Committee,
Additional considerations Staff to bring forward recommendations on consolidations one by one, CM and commissions to consider federal state or other mandates that might be impacted, what elements to keep, update or retire, relevant topics/issues, number of commissioners, qualifications, standing committees, volunteer workload and capacity.
These commissions will maintain their current structure: Aging, Library Board of Trustees, Civic Arts, Disability, Commission on the Status of Women, Design Review Committee, Disaster and Fire Safety, BIDs, Fair Campaign Practices and Open Government, Redistricting, Landmarks Preservation, Labor, Loan Adjustments Board, Personnel, Planning, Police Review/Accountability, Reimagining Public Safety, Mental Health, Zoning Adjustments Board, and Youth
INFORMATION: 42. Mental Health Commission Work Plan.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
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City Council Regular Meeting June 1 at 6 pm
email comments [email protected]
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89868895268
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 898 6889 5268
AGENDA CONSENT: 1. Waiver of Sanctuary of City Ordinance for Westlaw Contract as external legal resource (Westlaw provides services to ICE), 2. Formal bid solicitations $2,270,000, 3. Appropriations limit for FY2022, 4. Amend Contract add $225,000 total $3,716,917 with Ghilotti Construction Co, Inc, for Rose Garden Pergola Reconstruction and Site Improvements, 5. MOU Multi-Agency Policing for Grizzly Peak Blvd (Oakland police Dept, UCB Police, East Bay Regional Park District, BPD, Contra Costa Sherrif’s Dept, EBMUD, City of Orinda), 6. Disaster and Fire Safety Commission – Expand Automatic Gas Shut-off Valve Requirements in Multi-family, Condominium and Commercial Buildings undergoing Renovations, 7. Arreguin, co-sponsor Harrison, Hahn, Wengraf – Oppose AB 1139 Net Metering – 80% reduction in credit given to solar users for surplus energy sent back to the grid, 8. Arreguin – FY2022 Budget Referral $900,000 Continuing Anti-Displacement Programs (Housing Retention $250,000, EBLC $275,000, EDC $275,000, Flexible Housing Subsidies for Homeless Prevention $100,000), 9. Arreguin – FY2022 Budget Referral $100,000 Landlord incentives for Section 8 Participation, 10. Arreguin, co-sponsors Bartlett, Harrison, Taplin – Support SB 617 the Solar Access Act, 11. Arreguin – Reappointment of Dan Rossi, Christine Schildt and Adolph Moody to Berkeley Housing Authority Board of Commissioners, 12. Arreguin, co-sponsor Hahn – Budget Referral $200,000 to Bay Area Land Trust for Small Sites Program, 13. Arreguin, co-sponsor Harrison, Wengraf, Hahn - Budget Referral $200,000 for Phase 2, Part 1, Part 2, Part 3, Part 4 of Civic Center District Visioning, 14. Berkeley Rep’s OVATION relinquishment of Councilmember office budget funds, ACTION: 15. FY2022 Proposed Budget Hearing #2, 16. ZAB Appeal 2421 Fifth, 17. Police Accountability Board – Appointment of Members, 18 a. SSBPPE – Resolution CoB and City food service vendors shall not serve sugar sweetened beverages at city meetings, use city funds for sugar sweetened beverages or sell sugar sweetened beverages in vending machines, b. CM alternative – healthy options shall be emphasized and the majority of beverages shall not be sugar-sweetened, 19. Harrison – Resolution Updating CoB Street Maintenance and Rehabilitation Policy.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
2421 Fifth Street (construct two residential buildings) 6/1/2021
1205 Peralta (conversion of garage) TBD
2943 Pine (construct a 2nd story) TBD
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with End of Appeal Period
1241 Ashby 5/25/2021
2246 Fifth (2222 Fifth, 2233 Fourth, 2231 Fourth, 2246 Fifth associated sit improvements including hardscape and landscape) 5/24/2021
0_55 Latham 5/25/2021
0_65 Latham 5/25/2021
0_75 Latham 5/25/2021
2301 Oak 6/1/2021
770 Page 5/27/2021
2600 San Pablo 5/27/2021
2411 Sixth 5/25/2021
2234 Ward 6/1/2021
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSESSIONS
May 18 – 1. Systems Realignment 2. Affordable Housing Policy Reform (tentative)
July 20 – 1. Bayer Development Agreement (tentative), 2. Measure FF/Fire Prevention
September 21 – 1. Housing Element (RHNA)
October 19 – 1. Update Zero Waste Rates and Priorities, 2. Berkeley Police Department Hiring Practices (referred by Public Safety Committee), 3. Crime Report
December 7 – 1. Review and Update on City’s COVID-19 Response, 2. WETA/Ferry Service at the Marina
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Worth Noting:
The Tuesday evening May 25th City Council Agenda is very long with 35 consent items. You can either use the link to scan through the agenda or go to the end of the weekly calendar for the agenda. The June 1 council agenda is available for comment and is included after the June 25 Agenda.
Tuesday – City Council at 6 pm – Item #38 is the first budget hearing for fiscal year 2022. Item 41 is the Reorganization of Commissions. Mayor Arreguin said at the Agenda committee the commission reorganization will be rescheduled to June 15. Be prepared to with comments.
Thursday – Budget and Finance Committee at 10 am – Item 2 is the Fire Dept and Police Dept Budget Discussion. Thursday evening Mental Health Commission at 2 pm – Item 3 is the update on the Special Care Unit.
Sunday, May 23, 2021
Bringing Back the Natives Garden Tour at 10 am – 3 pm (event is virtual and free)
Register at https://www.bringingbackthenatives.net/register-2021
Hosted on Zoom and YouTube – see April 25 and May 2 tours at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLIN_S5D0pZjeO59HBi2HyA
Home page: https://www.bringingbackthenatives.net/
Monday, May 24 2021
Children, Youth and Recreation Commission at 7 – 9 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/93691576301
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 936 9157 6301
AGENDA: 8. PWR fee increase review, 11. COVID related program changes,
http://www.ci.berkeley.ca.us/Children_Youth_and_Recreation_Commission/
Loan Administration Board at 4 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84121337351?pwd=MjZvV3dUS0VxYkxwd045dndRTEtKQT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 841 2133 7351
AGENDA ACTION: Berkeley Hospitality (new motel at the corner of University and Sacramento) $180,000, Kidventurez $75,000
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Loan_Admin_Board.aspx
Zero Waste Commission at 7 – 9 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/s/82587046286
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 825 8704 6286
AGENDA: 6. Staff Updates, Single Use Foodware & Litter Reduction Ordinance Implementation, Discussion/Action Report-back from COVID-Related Waste Mitigation Subcommittee.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Zero_Waste_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Tuesday, May 25, 2021
City Council Closed Session, 3:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89583335567
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 895 8333 5567
AGENDA: 1. Conference with Labor Negotiators, Conference with Labor Negotiators, employee organizations: IBEW, Local 1245, SEIU 1021 Community Services and Part-time Recreation Activity Leaders, Berkeley Firefighters Association Local 1227, Berkeley Police Association, SEIU 1021 Maintenance and Clerical Chapters, Local 1227 I.A.F.F./Berkeley Chief Fire Officers Association, Public Employees Union Local 1, 2. Public Employee Appointment Interim Director of the Police Accountability Board.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2021/05_May/City_Council__05-25-2021_-_Closed_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
City Council Regular Meeting at 6 pm,
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89074533623
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 890 7453 3623
Use the link or scroll down to end
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Solano Avenue Business Improvement District Advisory Board at 10 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86475480085
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 864 7548 0085
AGENDA: 4. Projects and goals
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Solano_BID_Board.aspx
Wednesday, May 26, 2021
Board of Library Trustees at 6:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86042306505
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 860 4230 6505
AGENDA Consent: B. Contract $702,384 includes 20% $117,064 contingency) with Rainbow Waterproofing and Restoration, C. Amend Contract add $35,000 total $85,000 with Johnson Controls for service maintenance and monitoring North Branch Library, D. Amend Contract add $37,450 total$111,775 and extend to June 30, 2023 with Sevva Group, Inc., ACTION: A. Library Tax Rates FY 2022 $0.2402/sq ft for dwelling units and $0.3632/sq ft for industrial, commercial and institutional buildings, B. Proposed Budget FY2022 All Library Funds revenue $22,041,603, expenditure $25,655,784.
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
Civic Arts Commission at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86147520326
Teleconference: 1-669-9009128 Meeting ID: 861 4752 0326
AGENDA: 6. Action Items a) FY22 Civic Art Grant Awards total $1,448,284 contingent on Council approval, b) Draft Public Art Ordinance, c) Donation framed artwork from Civic Center exhibition, Artist Tony Kay “Evidence”, d) Design for Earthsong Sign with bell by Wang Po Shu, e) Approval of Berkeley Art Works Grants – May 2021 Panel Results.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CivicArtsCommissionHomepage/
Disaster and Fire Safety Commission at 7 – 9 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/94194753267
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 941 9475 3267
AGENDA: 3. Recommendation on Measure GG Tax Rate Adjustment, 4. Recommendation on Financial Reporting and Process, 5. GG Reimbursement from COVID-19 response.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Disaster_and_Fire_Safety_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Energy Commission at 5 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/94977798913
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 949 7779 8913
AGENDA: 7. Presentation Vision Zero Plan Eric Anderson, Senior Planner, Transportation Division, 9. Consideration to create climate equity fund, 10. Discussion on Commission realignment.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Energy_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Police Review Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87070468124
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 870 7046 8124
AGENDA: 9. A. Discuss vaccination status of sworn officers, b. Consider making recommendations to new Police Accountability Board, c. Lexipol policies 324-Media Relations, 403-Crime and Disaster Scene Integrity and Investigation, 804-Records Maintenance and Release, d. Whether to participate in a scenario-based use-of-force training offered by Police Dept., 10. A. Extent of hate crimes tracking and BPD response to recent anti-Asian hate crimes.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Thursday, May 27, 2021
City Council Budget & Finance Committee at 10 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81070983541
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 810 7098 3541
AGENDA: 2. FY2022 Fire Dept, Police Dept Budget Discussion, 3. FY2021-2025 Revenue Projections, 4. Deferral to AAO Process in November (budget requests deferred to be reconsidered in November), 5. Predevelopment Allocation Ashby Recreation and Community Housing Consortium (Planning Grant for Ashby BART East Parking Lot), 6. A Pilot Existing Building Electrification Incentive Program to Assist New and existing homeowners and renters transition to zero-carbon buildings.
Mental Health Commission at 7 – 9 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/96361748103
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 963 6174 8103
AGENDA: 3. Specialized Care Unit, 4. City Auditor Report of Berkeley Police Response, 6. Re-imagining Public Safety Task Force Update, 7. General Public Mental Health System Session “Whole Person Care,” 8. US Dept of Justice ADA investigation of Santa Rita Jail.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Mental_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Zoning Adjustment Board at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/95814245163
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 958 1424 5163
AGENDA: 2. 770 Page – demolish existing single family dwelling and construct 4 detached 3-story approximately 1500 sq ft dwelling units on 5,532 sq ft lot – on consent
3. 2737 Durant – construct 3-story, 4 dwelling unit building on existing vacant lot, R-3(H) Multiple Family Residential District, Hillside Overlay, on consent,
4. 2015 Blake – Review and comment on DEIR to merge 7 parcels into 2, demolish 4 existing buildings (one residential building, associated accessory structure and 2 nonresidential buildings), relocate and restore 2 existing residential buildings with 7 units and construct 2 new residential buildings, 3-story 6 unit building with 2 units affordable to low income households and a 7-story, 155-unit building with 9 units affordable to very low income, subterranean garage with 93 parking spaces,
5. 600 Addison – demolish buildings on an approximately 8.4 acre industrial site and to construct a research and development campus containing 2 buildings totaling 461,822 sq ft of gross floor area and 924 parking spaces, project includes removing and replanting oak tree - staff recommend adopt Mitigated Negative Declaration and Approve
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
Friday, May 28, 2021 & Saturday, May 29, 2021 & Sunday, May 30, 2021
Memorial Day Holiday Monday, May 31
No City meetings or events found
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City Council Regular Meeting, May 25 at 6 pm
email comments to [email protected]
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89074533623
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 890 7453 3623
AGENDA CONSENT: 1. 2nd reading - Amendment FY2021 Annual Appropriations $76,221,382 (gross) $51,227,368, 2. Resolution and Ratifying COVID-19 Local Emergency, 3. Minutes for approval, 4. Assessments: Berkeley Tourism Business Improvement District FY22, 5. Assessment: Berkeley Property Owners Business Improvement District - Downtown FY22 & Authorize contract with Downtown Business Association (DBA) $7,285,257 for 7/1/2021-12/31/2026, 6. Assessment: North Shattuck Business Improvement District FY22, 7. Assessment: Telegraph Business Improvement District, 8. Formal Bid Solicitations $250,000, 9. Memorandum of Agreement with the City of Oakland for National Urban Search and Rescue Response System acting through FEMA, Sate and Local governments, 10. Contract $100,000 with Multicultural Institute for COVID-19 Outreach and Health Education Activities 6/1/2021-6/30/2022 outreach to Latinx, particularly day laborer and domestic workers, 11. Revenue Grant Funding Support from State of CA Board of State and Community Corrections Proposition 64 Public Health related to Marijuana Act, $1,000,000 5/1/2021-4/30/2024, 12. Revenue Grant Funding Support State of CA Public Health Services, 1-CHDP $353,395, 2-MCAH $332,000, 3-Tobacco $300,000, 4. Immunizations $42,204, 5-Public Heal Emergency Preparedness $257,000, 13. Accept Donation from CA Office of Emergency Services $9,000, 14. Classification and Salary: Establish Director of Police Accountability monthly salary $11,862.93 - $17,794.40, 15. Protiviti Government Services: GSA Vehicle for Professional Services, GS-35F-0280X $137,000, 16. Grant Application Surrendered and Abandoned Vessel Exchange (SAVE) $42,000, 17. P.O. $206,180 with Altec Industries, Inc for One (1) Aerial Bucket Truck, 18. P.O. $245,000 with Braun Northwest for One (1) 2021 North Star 155-1 Type 1 Ambulance, 19. P.O. $206,200 with Cal-Line Equipment Inc for three(3) Bandit 250XP Brush Chippers, 20. P.O. $866,000 with Golden State Fire Apparatus, Inc. for one (1)Pierce Quantum 1500 GPM Pumper, 21. Contract add $50,000 total $100,000 with Stanley Access Technologies for On-call and Emergency Repair Service for Automatic Doors, 22. Declaration of Intent – FY22 Street Lighting Assessments, 23. Fund Allocation request to MTC $450,000Transportation Development Act Article 3, 24. Agreement with AC Transit for Operation and Maintenance of transit Signal Priority Equipment deployed by Rapid Corridors Project, 25. Surplus Lands Act AB 1255 requires jurisdictions to compile and report annually an inventory of surplus lands to CA Dept of Housing and Community Development, 26. Lease Agreement: 2010 Addison/Center St Garage with Lexie’s Frozen Custard, 27. Appointment Monica Renee Jones to Mental Health Commission, 28. Authorization for Police Review Commission to conduct online poll, 29. Arreguin - Support AB 1177 CA Banking Options Act (zero fee, zero penalty financial services would eliminate exploitative alternatives such check cashing and pre-paid debit cards), 30. Taplin-Budget Referral Sixth St Traffic Calming 1. Rapid Rectangular Flashing Beacons at Sixth and Channing, 2. Median refuge, 31. Hahn, co-sponsor Bartlett - COVID Economic Recovery-Expanding Local Purchasing Preferences to Rebuild the City’s Local Economy Tax Base, 32. Wengraf cosponsors Arreguin, Hahn, Taplin - Holocaust Remembrance Day, 33. Wengraf, co-sponsors Hahn, Harrison, Droste - Budget Referral Traffic Calming increase funding by $100,000 to $200,000, 34. Wengraf, co-sponsors Hahn, Harrison, Droste - Amend BMC14.72.105 allow broader range of community facilities to be eligible for parking permits, 35. Droste-cosponsors Arreguin, Robinson, Bartlett - Budget Referral Willard Park Ambassador, ACTION: 36. Public Hearing Environmental Division Fee Schedule adding microenterprise home kitchen operations (MEHKOs) proposed $510 for permit and inspection, 37. Public Hearing Recreation and Camps fee increases, 38. FY2022 proposed budget hearing #1, final adoption June 29, 2021, 39. a. Grant Allocation Recommendation for Programs from Sugar Sweetened Beverage Panel of Experts (SSBPE), b. CM approve SSBPE recommendations 1-13 (not 14 & 15) and uphold previously Public Health allocation $339,374, 40.a. Hahn Amend Berkeley Election Reform Act (BERA) to Regulate officeholder accounts, b. Fair Campaign Practices Commission 1-prohibit or regulate officeholder accounts, 41. (per Arreguin will be moved to consent to be rescheduled for June 15) Droste-cosponsors Kesarwani Robinson, Commission Reorganization for Post-COVID19 Budget Recovery Refer to the CM and City Attorney to bring back changes to the enabling legislation phased approach Phase 1: prioritize merging Homeless Commission & Homeless Services Panel of Experts and merging Housing Advisory Commission & Measure O Bond Oversight Committee,
Additional considerations Staff to bring forward recommendations on consolidations one by one, CM and commissions to consider federal state or other mandates that might be impacted, what elements to keep, update or retire, relevant topics/issues, number of commissioners, qualifications, standing committees, volunteer workload and capacity.
These commissions will maintain their current structure: Aging, Library Board of Trustees, Civic Arts, Disability, Commission on the Status of Women, Design Review Committee, Disaster and Fire Safety, BIDs, Fair Campaign Practices and Open Government, Redistricting, Landmarks Preservation, Labor, Loan Adjustments Board, Personnel, Planning, Police Review/Accountability, Reimagining Public Safety, Mental Health, Zoning Adjustments Board, and Youth
INFORMATION: 42. Mental Health Commission Work Plan.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
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City Council Regular Meeting June 1 at 6 pm
email comments [email protected]
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89868895268
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 898 6889 5268
AGENDA CONSENT: 1. Waiver of Sanctuary of City Ordinance for Westlaw Contract as external legal resource (Westlaw provides services to ICE), 2. Formal bid solicitations $2,270,000, 3. Appropriations limit for FY2022, 4. Amend Contract add $225,000 total $3,716,917 with Ghilotti Construction Co, Inc, for Rose Garden Pergola Reconstruction and Site Improvements, 5. MOU Multi-Agency Policing for Grizzly Peak Blvd (Oakland police Dept, UCB Police, East Bay Regional Park District, BPD, Contra Costa Sherrif’s Dept, EBMUD, City of Orinda), 6. Disaster and Fire Safety Commission – Expand Automatic Gas Shut-off Valve Requirements in Multi-family, Condominium and Commercial Buildings undergoing Renovations, 7. Arreguin, co-sponsor Harrison, Hahn, Wengraf – Oppose AB 1139 Net Metering – 80% reduction in credit given to solar users for surplus energy sent back to the grid, 8. Arreguin – FY2022 Budget Referral $900,000 Continuing Anti-Displacement Programs (Housing Retention $250,000, EBLC $275,000, EDC $275,000, Flexible Housing Subsidies for Homeless Prevention $100,000), 9. Arreguin – FY2022 Budget Referral $100,000 Landlord incentives for Section 8 Participation, 10. Arreguin, co-sponsors Bartlett, Harrison, Taplin – Support SB 617 the Solar Access Act, 11. Arreguin – Reappointment of Dan Rossi, Christine Schildt and Adolph Moody to Berkeley Housing Authority Board of Commissioners, 12. Arreguin, co-sponsor Hahn – Budget Referral $200,000 to Bay Area Land Trust for Small Sites Program, 13. Arreguin, co-sponsor Harrison, Wengraf, Hahn - Budget Referral $200,000 for Phase 2, Part 1, Part 2, Part 3, Part 4 of Civic Center District Visioning, 14. Berkeley Rep’s OVATION relinquishment of Councilmember office budget funds, ACTION: 15. FY2022 Proposed Budget Hearing #2, 16. ZAB Appeal 2421 Fifth, 17. Police Accountability Board – Appointment of Members, 18 a. SSBPPE – Resolution CoB and City food service vendors shall not serve sugar sweetened beverages at city meetings, use city funds for sugar sweetened beverages or sell sugar sweetened beverages in vending machines, b. CM alternative – healthy options shall be emphasized and the majority of beverages shall not be sugar-sweetened, 19. Harrison – Resolution Updating CoB Street Maintenance and Rehabilitation Policy.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
2421 Fifth Street (construct two residential buildings) 6/1/2021
1205 Peralta (conversion of garage) TBD
2943 Pine (construct a 2nd story) TBD
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with End of Appeal Period
1241 Ashby 5/25/2021
2246 Fifth (2222 Fifth, 2233 Fourth, 2231 Fourth, 2246 Fifth associated sit improvements including hardscape and landscape) 5/24/2021
0_55 Latham 5/25/2021
0_65 Latham 5/25/2021
0_75 Latham 5/25/2021
2301 Oak 6/1/2021
770 Page 5/27/2021
2600 San Pablo 5/27/2021
2411 Sixth 5/25/2021
2234 Ward 6/1/2021
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSESSIONS
May 18 – 1. Systems Realignment 2. Affordable Housing Policy Reform (tentative)
July 20 – 1. Bayer Development Agreement (tentative), 2. Measure FF/Fire Prevention
September 21 – 1. Housing Element (RHNA)
October 19 – 1. Update Zero Waste Rates and Priorities, 2. Berkeley Police Department Hiring Practices (referred by Public Safety Committee), 3. Crime Report
December 7 – 1. Review and Update on City’s COVID-19 Response, 2. WETA/Ferry Service at the Marina
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
May 16 - May 23, 2021
Worth Noting:
This is one of the fullest lists of City of Berkeley (CoB) meetings in weeks. This quick summary are the meetings and events worth your attention.
Sunday, May 16 at 10 am – 3 pm Native Garden Tour #3 – Bringing Back Natives, 25 gardens are featured over 4 weeks. Pre-Register for links If we all started filling our gardens and landscapes with native plants we could bask in gardens and open space filled with butterflies, skippers and birds. The decorative and ornamental plants filling the nurseries create food deserts for birds and butterflies.
Monday – CCCC Park Committee at 6 pm features Robin Grossinger from SFEI to speak on Urban Ecology and how to bring biodiversity to our city
Tuesday – City Council special meeting at 6 pm two items, 1. A new process for submitting major legislation, 2. Changing the in lieu mitigation fee calculation from number of units to sq ft – the in lieu fee is the fee paid not to have below market affordable units in a project
Wednesday – Reimagining Public Safety is at 6 pm. The Fire Safety Zoomposium is at 7 pm. You must pre-register for links to the Fire Safety zoomposium.
Thursday – Land Use Committee is at 10:30 am, expect TOPA (Tenant Opportunity to Purchase Act) to be finalized. There is no posting yet of the tentative noon CCCC meeting. The seismic study of the Veterans Building and Maudelle Shirek Building (Old City Hall) were scheduled to be completed by May 20. Email [email protected] if you wish to be on the notification list.
Saturday – Everyone who pre-registered for the free virtual screening of the Rights of Nature film Invisible Hand will have access to the film for 24 hours beginning at 4 pm. Limit 100 (25 spots left). Register by emailing [email protected]
Sunday, May 23 - at 10 am – 3 pm Native Garden Tour #4 – Bringing Back Natives, 25 gardens are featured over 4 weeks. Pre-Register for links. Rights of Nature film Invisible Hand Q&A with the directors at 6 pm. Access to the film ends at 6 pm.
The agenda for the May 25th City Council meeting is available for review and comment.
Sunday, May 16, 2021
Bringing Back the Natives Garden Tour at 10 am – 3 pm (event is virtual and free)
Register at https://www.bringingbackthenatives.net/register-2021
Hosted on Zoom and YouTube – see April 25 and May 2 tours at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLIN_S5D0pZjeO59HBi2HyA
Home page: https://www.bringingbackthenatives.net/
Monday, May 17, 2021
Council Budget & Finance Committee at 10 am,
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87464185769
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 874 6418 5769
AGENDA: 2. American Rescue Plan Act Overview and State Budget Overview (Townsend), 3. American Rescue Plan Preliminary FY2022 Allocations, 4. FY2022 Proposed Budget Presentation
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Budget___Finance.aspx
Council Agenda and Rules Committee, 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm,
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82547047106
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 825 4704 7106
AGENDA Planning for June 1 Regular Council meeting CONSENT: 1. Waiver of Sanctuary of City Ordinance for Westlaw Contract, 3. Appropriations limit for FY2022, 4. Amend Contract add $225,000 total $3,716,917 with Ghilotti Construction Co, Inc, for Rose Garden Pergola Reconstruction and Site Improvements, 5. MOU Multi-Agency Policing for Grizzly Peak Blvd (Oakland police Dept, UCB Police, East Bay Regional Park District, BPD, Contra Costa Sherrif’s Dept, EBMUD, City of Orinda), 6. Arreguin, co-sponsor Harrison – Oppose AB 1139 Net Metering – 80% reduction in credit given to solar users for surplus energy sent back to the grid, 7. Arreguin – FY2022 Budget Referral $900,000 Continuing Anti-Displacement Programs (Housing Retention $250,000, EBLC $275,000, EDC $275,000, Flexible Housing Subsidies for Homeless Prevention $100,000), 8. Arreguin – FY2022 Budget Referral $100,000 Landlord incentives for Section 8 Participation, 9. Arreguin, co-sponsors Bartlett, Harrison, Taplin – Support SB 617 the Solar Access Act, ACTION: 10. FY2022 Proposed Budget Hearing #2, 11. ZAB Appeal 2421 Fifth, 12. Police Accountability Board – Appointment of Members, 13. Disaster and Fire Safety Commission – Expand Automatic Gas Shut-off Valve Requirements in Multi-family, Condominium and Commercial Buildings undergoing Renovations, 14 a. SSBPPE – Resolution CoB and City food service vendors shall not serve sugar sweetened beverages at city meetings, use city funds for sugar sweetened beverages or sell sugar sweetened beverages in vending machines, b. CM alternative – healthy options shall be emphasized and the majority of beverages shall not be sugar-sweetened, 15. Harrison – Resolution Updating CoB Street Maintenance and Rehabilitation Policy, 16, Arreguin – Reappointment of Dan Rossi, Christine Schildt and Adolph Moody to Berkeley Housing Authority Board of Commissioners, 17. Harrison – Budget Referral Establish 2-year Pilot Existing Building Electrification Incentive Program to assist New Homeowners, Renters and Existing Homeowners with Transition to Zero-Carbon Buildings, REFERRED ITEMS FOR REVIEW: 8. Impact of COVID on meetings, 9. Discussion of Implementation of Appendix D of City Council Rules of Procedure (Temporary Rules regarding policy committee and legislative workflow during COVID-19 local emergency), UNSCHEDULED ITEMS: 10. Strengthening and Supporting Commissions, UNFINISHED BUSINESS FOR SCHEDULING: 1. Kitchen Exhaust Hoods, 2. Surveillance Technology, 3. Objective Standards Recommendations for Building Density (multi-unit), Design and Shadows.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
Mayor Jesse Arreguin Virtual Town Hall at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://www.jessearreguin.com/
Teleconference: Meeting ID: 858 0775 0984 Passcode: 016557
AGENDA: questions must be submitted by 3 pm 5/17, Town Hall is recorded
Community for a Cultural Civic Center (CCCC) Park Committee at 6 -7:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87617988018
(there will be a waiting room – participant limit 100)
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 876 1798 8018
AGENDA: Urban Ecology: How to bring biodiversity into our cities for a vibrant, resilient and healthy community by Robin Grossinger Berkeley resident and Senior Scientist with the San Francisco Estuary Institute (SFEI) (presentation followed by Q&A)
To learn more about the San Francisco Estuary Institute & the Aquatic Science Center https://www.sfei.org/rl#tab-1-0
Tuesday, May 18, 2021
City Council Closed Session at 5 pm,
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83723795637
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 837 2379 5637
AGENDA: 1. Conference with legal counsel – pending litigation, WCAB cases
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
City Council Special Meeting at 6 pm,
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86449479164
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 864 4947 9164
AGENDA: 1. Systems Alignment Proposal – Establishes procedure/process for submitting major legislation 2. Updating Citywide Affordable Housing Requirements the focus is changing the in lieu mitigation fee calculation from number of units to sq ft
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Wednesday, May 19, 2021
City Council Facilities, Infrastructure, Transportation, Environment & Sustainability Committee at 2:30 pm,
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89070612875
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 890 7061 2875
AGENDA: 2. Ordinance Amend BMC 7.52 reducing tax imposed for Qualifying Electrification, Energy Efficiency and Water Conservation Retrofits, 3. Implementation of 15 MPH Speed Limit at all early-childhood education facilities, 4. Refer to CM prioritize establishment of impact/mitigation fees to address impact public right of way (fees to offset damage to streets)
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Facilities,_Infrastructure,_Transportation,_Environment,___Sustainability.aspx
Animal Care Commission at 7 – 9 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82150538692?pwd=V2pDbnhMTXZOMVZvVlZpRWxaUHZaUT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 857 4344 7842 Passcode: 725597
AGENDA: II. Public Comment, VI. Proposed new CoB ordinance to mandate that only plan-based food be provided by all CoB owned and operated facilities, V. Budget.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Animal_Care_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board Outreach Committee at 5:30 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/93833351265?pwd=a2lWVHBvMzZNb3Z3ZTIvSFE2cXhldz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 938 3335 1265 Passcode: 194580
AGENDA: 4. Public Comment, 5. Tenant Survey, 6. Accessibility issues: closed captioning, 7. Social media expansion.
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Independent Redistricting Commission at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88692263888
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 886 9226 3888
AGENDA: 2. Training – City Charter and Municipal Code Redistricting Regulations
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/redistricting/
Human Welfare & Community Action Commission at 6:30 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/4863098496
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 486 3098 496
AGENDA: 5. Review CoB funded Easy Does It, 7. Update closure of Alta Bates, 8. Accessibility issues Pathways and new facility at Grayson, staff v consultants, ombudsman and new liability concerns over Justice Dept ruling on mental health, 9. TOPA, Homeless encampment near Here/There, 11. Report on Adeline Corridor, 12. Citywide public restrooms reports. 17. Current state of homelessness in Berkeley.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Human_Welfare_and_Community_Action_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Reimagining Public Safety Task Force at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83826470218
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 838 2647 0218
AGENDA: Discussion/Action: Fair and Impartial Policing Presentation from working group, Fair and Impartial Policing Implementation of Recommendations – Jennifer Louis Interim Police Chief, BerkDoT Overview – Liam Garland, Subcommittee Reports: Policing, Budget & Alternatives to Policing, Community Engagement
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/RIPST.aspx
Fire Safety Zoomposium at 7 pm
Pre-register for zoom link (capacity 500) https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Nycf9Qh2Qx6xe2XTmQh-Qg
Organized by Councilmembers Lori Droste, Sophie Hahn and Susan Wengraf. If you have any problem with preregistration contact their offices or email [email protected], [email protected], [email protected]
Thursday, May 20, 2021
City Council Land Use, Housing & Economic Development Committee at 10:30 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82484333477
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 824 8433 3477
AGENDA: 2. TOPA (Tenant Opportunity to Purchase Act)
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Land_Use,_Housing___Economic_Development.aspx
City Council Closed Session at 1 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83208410242
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 832 0841 0242
AGENDA: 1. Conference with Legal Counsel pending litigation Ruegg& Ellsworth v. CoB (Alameda Superior Court R. RG 18930003), 2. Conference with real property negotiators for 199 Seawall Drive, 3. Conference with Labor Negotiators, employee organizations: IBEW, Local 1245, SEIU 1021 Community Services and Part-time Recreation Activity Leaders, Berkeley Firefighters Association Local 1227, Berkeley Police Association, SEIU 1021 Maintenance and Clerical Chapters, Berkeley Chief Fire Officers Association, Public Employees Union Local 1.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Design Review Committee at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/95186840261
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 951 8684 0261
AGENDA: 1. 2000 University – majority recommendations – demolish two existing commercial structures, construct 8-story mixed-use 82 dwelling units and ground floor commercial – unresolved conditions only
2. 3000 San Pablo – final design review – demolish an existing 2-story commercial building and construct 6-story mixed-use building with 78 units (including 7 very low-income units)1,248 sq ft commercial space, 2,320 sq ft usable open space, 52 long-term bicycle spaces, 43 vehicular parking spaces
3. 2136 San Pablo – preview – demolish existing 2-story non-residential structure and construct 6-story mixed-use building with 123 residential units (5 residential stories above podium, 3 live-work units at ground level, 50 off-street parking spaces in mechanical lift system.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/designreview/
Fair Campaign Practices Commission and Open Government Commission, 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81384737206
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 813 8473 7206
AGENDA: Fair Campaign Practices Commission (FCPC): 6. Mandated Cost of Living Adjustment for Public Financing Program, 7. City Clerk Enforcement referrals a. Carol Marosovic, b. Stephen Murphy, Open Government Commission (OGC): 9. City Council public participation in meetings held via videoconference, 10. Limitation of Speaker time at city meetings, 11. Substantive changes or additions to an item on the agenda at the meeting it is scheduled to be heard, 12. Letter of support for SB-459 Political Reform Act of 1974, lobbying, Joint FCPC-OGC: 14. Officeholder accounts.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/FCPC/
Community for a Cultural Civic Center (CCCC) at 12 pm
Email [email protected] for meeting zoom link
AGENDA: Seismic Study Report expected on May 20
WETA – Water Emergency Transport Authority Special Meeting at 1 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89718217408
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 897 1821 7408 Password: 33779
AGENDA: 3. Approve FY 2022-2024 Title VI Program, 4. Preliminary FY 2021/2022 operating and capital budgets, 5. WETA business plan concept and organization.
https://weta.sanfranciscobayferry.com/sites/weta/files/weta-public/currentmeeting/b052021a.pdf
Friday, May 21, 2021 - City Holiday – Malcolm X Day
Saturday, May 22, 2021
Rights of Nature: Invisible Hand Film (free event) access to the film begins at 4 pm
https://www.invisiblehandfilm.com/berkeley-give-nature-a-chance/
Registration limit is 100. Everyone who is registered will have access to view the full length 85 minute feature film Invisible Hand from 4 pm Saturday until the Q&A with the film directors on Sunday at 6 pm.
The free virtual screening is sponsored by Sustainable Berkeley Coalition and Berkeley Citizens Action
Registration is easy just email [email protected]
(your email will NOT be added to any constant contact or other promotional list)
Sunday, May 23, 2021
Bringing Back the Natives Garden Tour at 10 am – 3 pm (event is virtual and free)
Register at https://www.bringingbackthenatives.net/register-2021
Hosted on Zoom and YouTube – see April 25 and May 2 tours at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLIN_S5D0pZjeO59HBi2HyA
Home page: https://www.bringingbackthenatives.net/
Rights of Nature: Invisible Hand Film Q&A with film directors at 6 pm, zoom door opens at 5:30 pm (access to the film ends at 6 pm)
https://www.invisiblehandfilm.com/berkeley-give-nature-a-chance/
Registration limit is 100. Everyone who is registered will have access to view the full length 85 minute feature film Invisible Hand from 4 pm Saturday until the Q&A with the film directors on Sunday at 6 pm.
The free virtual screening is sponsored by Sustainable Berkeley Coalition and Berkeley Citizens Action
Registration is easy just email [email protected]
(your email will NOT be added to any constant contact or other promotional list)
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City Council Regular Meeting, May 25,
email comments to [email protected]
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89074533623
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 890 7453 3623
AGENDA CONSENT: 1. 2nd reading - Amendment FY2021 Annual Appropriations $76,221,382 (gross) $51,227,368, 2. Resolution and Ratifying COVID-19 Local Emergency, 3. Minutes for approval, 4. Assessments: Berkeley Tourism Business Improvement District FY22, 5. Assessment: Berkeley Property Owners Business Improvement District - Downtown FY22 & Authorize contract with Downtown Business Association (DBA) $7,285,257 for 7/1/2021-12/31/2026, 6. Assessment: North Shattuck Business Improvement District FY22, 7. Assessment: Telegraph Business Improvement District, 8. Formal Bid Solicitations $250,000, 9. Memorandum of Agreement with the City of Oakland for National Urban Search and Rescue Response System acting through FEMA, Sate and Local governments, 10. Contract $100,000 with Multicultural Institute for COVID-19 Outreach and Health Education Activities 6/1/2021-6/30/2022 outreach to Latinx, particularly day laborer and domestic workers, 11. Revenue Grant Funding Support from State of CA Board of State and Community Corrections Proposition 64 Public Health related to Marijuana Act, $1,000,000 5/1/2021-4/30/2024, 12. Revenue Grant Funding Support State of CA Public Health Services, 1-CHDP $353,395, 2-MCAH $332,000, 3-Tobacco $300,000, 4. Immunizations $42,204, 5-Public Heal Emergency Preparedness $257,000, 13. Accept Donation from CA Office of Emergency Services $9,000, 14. Classification and Salary: Establish Director of Police Accountability monthly salary $11,862.93 - $17,794.40, 15. Protiviti Government Services: GSA Vehicle for Professional Services, GS-35F-0280X $137,000, 16. Grant Application Surrendered and Abandoned Vessel Exchange (SAVE) $42,000, 17. P.O. $206,180 with Altec Industries, Inc for One (1) Aerial Bucket Truck, 18. P.O. $245,000 with Braun Northwest for One (1) 2021 North Star 155-1 Type 1 Ambulance, 19. P.O. $206,200 with Cal-Line Equipment Inc for three(3) Bandit 250XP Brush Chippers, 20. P.O. $866,000 with Golden State Fire Apparatus, Inc. for one (1)Pierce Quantum 1500 GPM Pumper, 21. Contract add $50,000 total $100,000 with Stanley Access Technologies for On-call and Emergency Repair Service for Automatic Doors, 22. Declaration of Intent – FY22 Street Lighting Assessments, 23. Fund Allocation request to MTC $450,000Transportation Development Act Article 3, 24. Agreement with AC Transit for Operation and Maintenance of transit Signal Priority Equipment deployed by Rapid Corridors Project, 25. Surplus Lands Act AB 1255 requires jurisdictions to compile and report annually an inventory of surplus lands to CA Dept of Housing and Community Development, 26. Lease Agreement: 2010 Addison/Center St Garage with Lexie’s Frozen Custard, 27. Appointment Monica Renee Jones to Mental Health Commission, 28. Authorization for Police Review Commission to conduct online poll, 29. Arreguin-Support AB 1177 CA Banking Options Act (zero fee, zero penalty financial services would eliminate exploitative alternatives such check cashing and pre-paid debit cards), 30. Taplin-Budget Referral Sixth St Traffic Calming 1. Rapid Rectangular Flashing Beacons at Sixth and Channing, 2. Median refuge, 31. Hahn, co-sponsor Bartlett - COVID Economic Recovery-Expanding Local Purchasing Preferences to Rebuild the City’s Local Economy Tax Base, 32. Wengraf cosponsors Arreguin, Hahn, Taplin - Holocaust Remembrance Day, 33. Wengraf, co-sponsors Hahn, Harrison, Droste - Budget Referral Traffic Calming increase funding by $100,000 to $200,000, 34. Wengraf, co-sponsors Hahn, Harrison, Droste - Amend BMC14.72.105 allow broader range of community facilities to be eligible for parking permits, 35. Droste-cosponsors Arreguin, Robinson, Bartlett - Budget Referral Willard Park Ambassador, ACTION: 36. Public Hearing Environmental Division Fee Schedule adding microenterprise home kitchen operations (MEHKOs) proposed $510 for permit and inspection, 37. Public Hearing Recreation and Camps fee increases, 38. FY2022 proposed budget hearing #1, final adoption June 29, 39. a. Grant Allocation Recommendation for Programs from Sugar Sweetened Beverage Panel of Experts (SSBPE), b. CM approve SSBPE recommendations 1-13 (not 14 & 15) and uphold previously Public Health allocation $339,374, 40.a. Hahn Amend Berkeley Election Reform Act (BERA) to Regulate officeholder accounts, b. Fair Campaign Practices Commission 1-prohibit or regulate officeholder accounts, 41. (per Arreguin will be moved to consent to be rescheduled for June 15) Droste-cosponsors Kesarwani Robinson, Commission Reorganization for Post-COVID19 Budget Recovery Refer to the CM and City Attorney to bring back changes to the enabling legislation phased approach Phase 1: prioritize merging Homeless Commission & Homeless Services Panel of Experts and merging Housing Advisory Commission & Measure O Bond Oversight Committee, Phase 2: see chart
Additional considerations Staff to bring forward recommendations on consolidations one by one, CM and commissions to consider federal state or other mandates that might be impacted, what elements to keep, update or retire, relevant topics/issues, number of commissioners, qualifications, standing committees, volunteer workload and capacity.
These commissions will maintain their current structure: Aging, Library Board of Trustees, Civic Arts, Disability, Commission on the Status of Women, Design Review Committee, Disaster and Fire Safety, BIDs, Fair Campaign Practices and Open Government, Redistricting, Landmarks Preservation, Labor, Loan Adjustments Board, Personnel, Planning, Police Review/Accountability, Reimagining Public Safety, Mental Health, Zoning Adjustments Board, and Youth
INFORMATION: 42. Mental Health Commission Work Plan.
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
2421 Fifth Street (construct two residential buildings) 6/1/2021
1205 Peralta (conversion of garage) TBD
2943 Pine (construct a 2nd story) TBD
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with End of Appeal Period
1241 Ashby 5/25/2021
3107 Deakin 5/18/2021
2246 Fifth (2222 Fifth, 2233 Fourth, 2231 Fourth, 2246 Fifth associated sit improvements including hardscape and landscape) 5/24/2021
1733 Fourth (Convert retail space to auto sales) 5/19/2021
0_55 Latham 5/25/2021
0_65 Latham 5/25/2021
0_75 Latham 5/25/2021
2301 Oak 6/1/2021
1231 Ordway 5/19/2021
770 Page 5/27/2021
1913 San Antonio 5/19/2021
2600 San Pablo 5/27/2021
2411 Sixth 5/25/2021
2234 Ward 6/1/2021
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSESSIONS
May 18 – 1. Systems Realignment 2. Affordable Housing Policy Reform (tentative)
July 20 – 1. Bayer Development Agreement (tentative), 2. Measure FF/Fire Prevention
September 21 – 1. Housing Element (RHNA)
October 19 – 1. Update Zero Waste Rates and Priorities, 2. Berkeley Police Department Hiring Practices (referred by Public Safety Committee), 3. Crime Report
December 7 – 1. Review and Update on City’s COVID-19 Response, 2. WETA/Ferry Service at the Marina
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Worth Noting:
This is one of the fullest lists of City of Berkeley (CoB) meetings in weeks. This quick summary are the meetings and events worth your attention.
Sunday, May 16 at 10 am – 3 pm Native Garden Tour #3 – Bringing Back Natives, 25 gardens are featured over 4 weeks. Pre-Register for links If we all started filling our gardens and landscapes with native plants we could bask in gardens and open space filled with butterflies, skippers and birds. The decorative and ornamental plants filling the nurseries create food deserts for birds and butterflies.
Monday – CCCC Park Committee at 6 pm features Robin Grossinger from SFEI to speak on Urban Ecology and how to bring biodiversity to our city
Tuesday – City Council special meeting at 6 pm two items, 1. A new process for submitting major legislation, 2. Changing the in lieu mitigation fee calculation from number of units to sq ft – the in lieu fee is the fee paid not to have below market affordable units in a project
Wednesday – Reimagining Public Safety is at 6 pm. The Fire Safety Zoomposium is at 7 pm. You must pre-register for links to the Fire Safety zoomposium.
Thursday – Land Use Committee is at 10:30 am, expect TOPA (Tenant Opportunity to Purchase Act) to be finalized. There is no posting yet of the tentative noon CCCC meeting. The seismic study of the Veterans Building and Maudelle Shirek Building (Old City Hall) were scheduled to be completed by May 20. Email [email protected] if you wish to be on the notification list.
Saturday – Everyone who pre-registered for the free virtual screening of the Rights of Nature film Invisible Hand will have access to the film for 24 hours beginning at 4 pm. Limit 100 (25 spots left). Register by emailing [email protected]
Sunday, May 23 - at 10 am – 3 pm Native Garden Tour #4 – Bringing Back Natives, 25 gardens are featured over 4 weeks. Pre-Register for links. Rights of Nature film Invisible Hand Q&A with the directors at 6 pm. Access to the film ends at 6 pm.
The agenda for the May 25th City Council meeting is available for review and comment.
Sunday, May 16, 2021
Bringing Back the Natives Garden Tour at 10 am – 3 pm (event is virtual and free)
Register at https://www.bringingbackthenatives.net/register-2021
Hosted on Zoom and YouTube – see April 25 and May 2 tours at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLIN_S5D0pZjeO59HBi2HyA
Home page: https://www.bringingbackthenatives.net/
Monday, May 17, 2021
Council Budget & Finance Committee at 10 am,
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87464185769
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 874 6418 5769
AGENDA: 2. American Rescue Plan Act Overview and State Budget Overview (Townsend), 3. American Rescue Plan Preliminary FY2022 Allocations, 4. FY2022 Proposed Budget Presentation
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Budget___Finance.aspx
Council Agenda and Rules Committee, 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm,
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82547047106
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 825 4704 7106
AGENDA Planning for June 1 Regular Council meeting CONSENT: 1. Waiver of Sanctuary of City Ordinance for Westlaw Contract, 3. Appropriations limit for FY2022, 4. Amend Contract add $225,000 total $3,716,917 with Ghilotti Construction Co, Inc, for Rose Garden Pergola Reconstruction and Site Improvements, 5. MOU Multi-Agency Policing for Grizzly Peak Blvd (Oakland police Dept, UCB Police, East Bay Regional Park District, BPD, Contra Costa Sherrif’s Dept, EBMUD, City of Orinda), 6. Arreguin, co-sponsor Harrison – Oppose AB 1139 Net Metering – 80% reduction in credit given to solar users for surplus energy sent back to the grid, 7. Arreguin – FY2022 Budget Referral $900,000 Continuing Anti-Displacement Programs (Housing Retention $250,000, EBLC $275,000, EDC $275,000, Flexible Housing Subsidies for Homeless Prevention $100,000), 8. Arreguin – FY2022 Budget Referral $100,000 Landlord incentives for Section 8 Participation, 9. Arreguin, co-sponsors Bartlett, Harrison, Taplin – Support SB 617 the Solar Access Act, ACTION: 10. FY2022 Proposed Budget Hearing #2, 11. ZAB Appeal 2421 Fifth, 12. Police Accountability Board – Appointment of Members, 13. Disaster and Fire Safety Commission – Expand Automatic Gas Shut-off Valve Requirements in Multi-family, Condominium and Commercial Buildings undergoing Renovations, 14 a. SSBPPE – Resolution CoB and City food service vendors shall not serve sugar sweetened beverages at city meetings, use city funds for sugar sweetened beverages or sell sugar sweetened beverages in vending machines, b. CM alternative – healthy options shall be emphasized and the majority of beverages shall not be sugar-sweetened, 15. Harrison – Resolution Updating CoB Street Maintenance and Rehabilitation Policy, 16, Arreguin – Reappointment of Dan Rossi, Christine Schildt and Adolph Moody to Berkeley Housing Authority Board of Commissioners, 17. Harrison – Budget Referral Establish 2-year Pilot Existing Building Electrification Incentive Program to assist New Homeowners, Renters and Existing Homeowners with Transition to Zero-Carbon Buildings, REFERRED ITEMS FOR REVIEW: 8. Impact of COVID on meetings, 9. Discussion of Implementation of Appendix D of City Council Rules of Procedure (Temporary Rules regarding policy committee and legislative workflow during COVID-19 local emergency), UNSCHEDULED ITEMS: 10. Strengthening and Supporting Commissions, UNFINISHED BUSINESS FOR SCHEDULING: 1. Kitchen Exhaust Hoods, 2. Surveillance Technology, 3. Objective Standards Recommendations for Building Density (multi-unit), Design and Shadows.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
Mayor Jesse Arreguin Virtual Town Hall at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://www.jessearreguin.com/
Teleconference: Meeting ID: 858 0775 0984 Passcode: 016557
AGENDA: questions must be submitted by 3 pm 5/17, Town Hall is recorded
Community for a Cultural Civic Center (CCCC) Park Committee at 6 -7:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87617988018
(there will be a waiting room – participant limit 100)
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 876 1798 8018
AGENDA: Urban Ecology: How to bring biodiversity into our cities for a vibrant, resilient and healthy community by Robin Grossinger Berkeley resident and Senior Scientist with the San Francisco Estuary Institute (SFEI) (presentation followed by Q&A)
To learn more about the San Francisco Estuary Institute & the Aquatic Science Center https://www.sfei.org/rl#tab-1-0
Tuesday, May 18, 2021
City Council Closed Session at 5 pm,
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83723795637
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 837 2379 5637
AGENDA: 1. Conference with legal counsel – pending litigation, WCAB cases
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
City Council Special Meeting at 6 pm,
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86449479164
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 864 4947 9164
AGENDA: 1. Systems Alignment Proposal – Establishes procedure/process for submitting major legislation 2. Updating Citywide Affordable Housing Requirements the focus is changing the in lieu mitigation fee calculation from number of units to sq ft
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Wednesday, May 19, 2021
City Council Facilities, Infrastructure, Transportation, Environment & Sustainability Committee at 2:30 pm,
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89070612875
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 890 7061 2875
AGENDA: 2. Ordinance Amend BMC 7.52 reducing tax imposed for Qualifying Electrification, Energy Efficiency and Water Conservation Retrofits, 3. Implementation of 15 MPH Speed Limit at all early-childhood education facilities, 4. Refer to CM prioritize establishment of impact/mitigation fees to address impact public right of way (fees to offset damage to streets)
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Facilities,_Infrastructure,_Transportation,_Environment,___Sustainability.aspx
Animal Care Commission at 7 – 9 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82150538692?pwd=V2pDbnhMTXZOMVZvVlZpRWxaUHZaUT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 857 4344 7842 Passcode: 725597
AGENDA: II. Public Comment, VI. Proposed new CoB ordinance to mandate that only plan-based food be provided by all CoB owned and operated facilities, V. Budget.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Animal_Care_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board Outreach Committee at 5:30 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/93833351265?pwd=a2lWVHBvMzZNb3Z3ZTIvSFE2cXhldz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 938 3335 1265 Passcode: 194580
AGENDA: 4. Public Comment, 5. Tenant Survey, 6. Accessibility issues: closed captioning, 7. Social media expansion.
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Independent Redistricting Commission at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88692263888
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 886 9226 3888
AGENDA: 2. Training – City Charter and Municipal Code Redistricting Regulations
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/redistricting/
Human Welfare & Community Action Commission at 6:30 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/4863098496
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 486 3098 496
AGENDA: 5. Review CoB funded Easy Does It, 7. Update closure of Alta Bates, 8. Accessibility issues Pathways and new facility at Grayson, staff v consultants, ombudsman and new liability concerns over Justice Dept ruling on mental health, 9. TOPA, Homeless encampment near Here/There, 11. Report on Adeline Corridor, 12. Citywide public restrooms reports. 17. Current state of homelessness in Berkeley.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Human_Welfare_and_Community_Action_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Reimagining Public Safety Task Force at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83826470218
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 838 2647 0218
AGENDA: Discussion/Action: Fair and Impartial Policing Presentation from working group, Fair and Impartial Policing Implementation of Recommendations – Jennifer Louis Interim Police Chief, BerkDoT Overview – Liam Garland, Subcommittee Reports: Policing, Budget & Alternatives to Policing, Community Engagement
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/RIPST.aspx
Fire Safety Zoomposium at 7 pm
Pre-register for zoom link (capacity 500) https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Nycf9Qh2Qx6xe2XTmQh-Qg
Organized by Councilmembers Lori Droste, Sophie Hahn and Susan Wengraf. If you have any problem with preregistration contact their offices or email [email protected], [email protected], [email protected]
Thursday, May 20, 2021
City Council Land Use, Housing & Economic Development Committee at 10:30 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82484333477
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 824 8433 3477
AGENDA: 2. TOPA (Tenant Opportunity to Purchase Act)
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Land_Use,_Housing___Economic_Development.aspx
City Council Closed Session at 1 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83208410242
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 832 0841 0242
AGENDA: 1. Conference with Legal Counsel pending litigation Ruegg& Ellsworth v. CoB (Alameda Superior Court R. RG 18930003), 2. Conference with real property negotiators for 199 Seawall Drive, 3. Conference with Labor Negotiators, employee organizations: IBEW, Local 1245, SEIU 1021 Community Services and Part-time Recreation Activity Leaders, Berkeley Firefighters Association Local 1227, Berkeley Police Association, SEIU 1021 Maintenance and Clerical Chapters, Berkeley Chief Fire Officers Association, Public Employees Union Local 1.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Design Review Committee at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/95186840261
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 951 8684 0261
AGENDA: 1. 2000 University – majority recommendations – demolish two existing commercial structures, construct 8-story mixed-use 82 dwelling units and ground floor commercial – unresolved conditions only
2. 3000 San Pablo – final design review – demolish an existing 2-story commercial building and construct 6-story mixed-use building with 78 units (including 7 very low-income units)1,248 sq ft commercial space, 2,320 sq ft usable open space, 52 long-term bicycle spaces, 43 vehicular parking spaces
3. 2136 San Pablo – preview – demolish existing 2-story non-residential structure and construct 6-story mixed-use building with 123 residential units (5 residential stories above podium, 3 live-work units at ground level, 50 off-street parking spaces in mechanical lift system.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/designreview/
Fair Campaign Practices Commission and Open Government Commission, 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81384737206
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 813 8473 7206
AGENDA: Fair Campaign Practices Commission (FCPC): 6. Mandated Cost of Living Adjustment for Public Financing Program, 7. City Clerk Enforcement referrals a. Carol Marosovic, b. Stephen Murphy, Open Government Commission (OGC): 9. City Council public participation in meetings held via videoconference, 10. Limitation of Speaker time at city meetings, 11. Substantive changes or additions to an item on the agenda at the meeting it is scheduled to be heard, 12. Letter of support for SB-459 Political Reform Act of 1974, lobbying, Joint FCPC-OGC: 14. Officeholder accounts.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/FCPC/
Community for a Cultural Civic Center (CCCC) at 12 pm
Email [email protected] for meeting zoom link
AGENDA: Seismic Study Report expected on May 20
WETA – Water Emergency Transport Authority Special Meeting at 1 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89718217408
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 897 1821 7408 Password: 33779
AGENDA: 3. Approve FY 2022-2024 Title VI Program, 4. Preliminary FY 2021/2022 operating and capital budgets, 5. WETA business plan concept and organization.
https://weta.sanfranciscobayferry.com/sites/weta/files/weta-public/currentmeeting/b052021a.pdf
Friday, May 21, 2021 - City Holiday – Malcolm X Day
Saturday, May 22, 2021
Rights of Nature: Invisible Hand Film (free event) access to the film begins at 4 pm
https://www.invisiblehandfilm.com/berkeley-give-nature-a-chance/
Registration limit is 100. Everyone who is registered will have access to view the full length 85 minute feature film Invisible Hand from 4 pm Saturday until the Q&A with the film directors on Sunday at 6 pm.
The free virtual screening is sponsored by Sustainable Berkeley Coalition and Berkeley Citizens Action
Registration is easy just email [email protected]
(your email will NOT be added to any constant contact or other promotional list)
Sunday, May 23, 2021
Bringing Back the Natives Garden Tour at 10 am – 3 pm (event is virtual and free)
Register at https://www.bringingbackthenatives.net/register-2021
Hosted on Zoom and YouTube – see April 25 and May 2 tours at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLIN_S5D0pZjeO59HBi2HyA
Home page: https://www.bringingbackthenatives.net/
Rights of Nature: Invisible Hand Film Q&A with film directors at 6 pm, zoom door opens at 5:30 pm (access to the film ends at 6 pm)
https://www.invisiblehandfilm.com/berkeley-give-nature-a-chance/
Registration limit is 100. Everyone who is registered will have access to view the full length 85 minute feature film Invisible Hand from 4 pm Saturday until the Q&A with the film directors on Sunday at 6 pm.
The free virtual screening is sponsored by Sustainable Berkeley Coalition and Berkeley Citizens Action
Registration is easy just email [email protected]
(your email will NOT be added to any constant contact or other promotional list)
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City Council Regular Meeting, May 25,
email comments to [email protected]
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89074533623
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 890 7453 3623
AGENDA CONSENT: 1. 2nd reading - Amendment FY2021 Annual Appropriations $76,221,382 (gross) $51,227,368, 2. Resolution and Ratifying COVID-19 Local Emergency, 3. Minutes for approval, 4. Assessments: Berkeley Tourism Business Improvement District FY22, 5. Assessment: Berkeley Property Owners Business Improvement District - Downtown FY22 & Authorize contract with Downtown Business Association (DBA) $7,285,257 for 7/1/2021-12/31/2026, 6. Assessment: North Shattuck Business Improvement District FY22, 7. Assessment: Telegraph Business Improvement District, 8. Formal Bid Solicitations $250,000, 9. Memorandum of Agreement with the City of Oakland for National Urban Search and Rescue Response System acting through FEMA, Sate and Local governments, 10. Contract $100,000 with Multicultural Institute for COVID-19 Outreach and Health Education Activities 6/1/2021-6/30/2022 outreach to Latinx, particularly day laborer and domestic workers, 11. Revenue Grant Funding Support from State of CA Board of State and Community Corrections Proposition 64 Public Health related to Marijuana Act, $1,000,000 5/1/2021-4/30/2024, 12. Revenue Grant Funding Support State of CA Public Health Services, 1-CHDP $353,395, 2-MCAH $332,000, 3-Tobacco $300,000, 4. Immunizations $42,204, 5-Public Heal Emergency Preparedness $257,000, 13. Accept Donation from CA Office of Emergency Services $9,000, 14. Classification and Salary: Establish Director of Police Accountability monthly salary $11,862.93 - $17,794.40, 15. Protiviti Government Services: GSA Vehicle for Professional Services, GS-35F-0280X $137,000, 16. Grant Application Surrendered and Abandoned Vessel Exchange (SAVE) $42,000, 17. P.O. $206,180 with Altec Industries, Inc for One (1) Aerial Bucket Truck, 18. P.O. $245,000 with Braun Northwest for One (1) 2021 North Star 155-1 Type 1 Ambulance, 19. P.O. $206,200 with Cal-Line Equipment Inc for three(3) Bandit 250XP Brush Chippers, 20. P.O. $866,000 with Golden State Fire Apparatus, Inc. for one (1)Pierce Quantum 1500 GPM Pumper, 21. Contract add $50,000 total $100,000 with Stanley Access Technologies for On-call and Emergency Repair Service for Automatic Doors, 22. Declaration of Intent – FY22 Street Lighting Assessments, 23. Fund Allocation request to MTC $450,000Transportation Development Act Article 3, 24. Agreement with AC Transit for Operation and Maintenance of transit Signal Priority Equipment deployed by Rapid Corridors Project, 25. Surplus Lands Act AB 1255 requires jurisdictions to compile and report annually an inventory of surplus lands to CA Dept of Housing and Community Development, 26. Lease Agreement: 2010 Addison/Center St Garage with Lexie’s Frozen Custard, 27. Appointment Monica Renee Jones to Mental Health Commission, 28. Authorization for Police Review Commission to conduct online poll, 29. Arreguin-Support AB 1177 CA Banking Options Act (zero fee, zero penalty financial services would eliminate exploitative alternatives such check cashing and pre-paid debit cards), 30. Taplin-Budget Referral Sixth St Traffic Calming 1. Rapid Rectangular Flashing Beacons at Sixth and Channing, 2. Median refuge, 31. Hahn, co-sponsor Bartlett - COVID Economic Recovery-Expanding Local Purchasing Preferences to Rebuild the City’s Local Economy Tax Base, 32. Wengraf cosponsors Arreguin, Hahn, Taplin - Holocaust Remembrance Day, 33. Wengraf, co-sponsors Hahn, Harrison, Droste - Budget Referral Traffic Calming increase funding by $100,000 to $200,000, 34. Wengraf, co-sponsors Hahn, Harrison, Droste - Amend BMC14.72.105 allow broader range of community facilities to be eligible for parking permits, 35. Droste-cosponsors Arreguin, Robinson, Bartlett - Budget Referral Willard Park Ambassador, ACTION: 36. Public Hearing Environmental Division Fee Schedule adding microenterprise home kitchen operations (MEHKOs) proposed $510 for permit and inspection, 37. Public Hearing Recreation and Camps fee increases, 38. FY2022 proposed budget hearing #1, final adoption June 29, 39. a. Grant Allocation Recommendation for Programs from Sugar Sweetened Beverage Panel of Experts (SSBPE), b. CM approve SSBPE recommendations 1-13 (not 14 & 15) and uphold previously Public Health allocation $339,374, 40.a. Hahn Amend Berkeley Election Reform Act (BERA) to Regulate officeholder accounts, b. Fair Campaign Practices Commission 1-prohibit or regulate officeholder accounts, 41. (per Arreguin will be moved to consent to be rescheduled for June 15) Droste-cosponsors Kesarwani Robinson, Commission Reorganization for Post-COVID19 Budget Recovery Refer to the CM and City Attorney to bring back changes to the enabling legislation phased approach Phase 1: prioritize merging Homeless Commission & Homeless Services Panel of Experts and merging Housing Advisory Commission & Measure O Bond Oversight Committee, Phase 2: see chart
Additional considerations Staff to bring forward recommendations on consolidations one by one, CM and commissions to consider federal state or other mandates that might be impacted, what elements to keep, update or retire, relevant topics/issues, number of commissioners, qualifications, standing committees, volunteer workload and capacity.
These commissions will maintain their current structure: Aging, Library Board of Trustees, Civic Arts, Disability, Commission on the Status of Women, Design Review Committee, Disaster and Fire Safety, BIDs, Fair Campaign Practices and Open Government, Redistricting, Landmarks Preservation, Labor, Loan Adjustments Board, Personnel, Planning, Police Review/Accountability, Reimagining Public Safety, Mental Health, Zoning Adjustments Board, and Youth
INFORMATION: 42. Mental Health Commission Work Plan.
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
2421 Fifth Street (construct two residential buildings) 6/1/2021
1205 Peralta (conversion of garage) TBD
2943 Pine (construct a 2nd story) TBD
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with End of Appeal Period
1241 Ashby 5/25/2021
3107 Deakin 5/18/2021
2246 Fifth (2222 Fifth, 2233 Fourth, 2231 Fourth, 2246 Fifth associated sit improvements including hardscape and landscape) 5/24/2021
1733 Fourth (Convert retail space to auto sales) 5/19/2021
0_55 Latham 5/25/2021
0_65 Latham 5/25/2021
0_75 Latham 5/25/2021
2301 Oak 6/1/2021
1231 Ordway 5/19/2021
770 Page 5/27/2021
1913 San Antonio 5/19/2021
2600 San Pablo 5/27/2021
2411 Sixth 5/25/2021
2234 Ward 6/1/2021
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSESSIONS
May 18 – 1. Systems Realignment 2. Affordable Housing Policy Reform (tentative)
July 20 – 1. Bayer Development Agreement (tentative), 2. Measure FF/Fire Prevention
September 21 – 1. Housing Element (RHNA)
October 19 – 1. Update Zero Waste Rates and Priorities, 2. Berkeley Police Department Hiring Practices (referred by Public Safety Committee), 3. Crime Report
December 7 – 1. Review and Update on City’s COVID-19 Response, 2. WETA/Ferry Service at the Marina
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
May 9 Mother's Day - May 16, 2021
Worth Noting:
Fire season is here with the first Red Flag Warning from 11 pm Friday until 6 am Monday
Monday - The Agenda and Rules Committee on Monday at 2:30 pm takes up two pages of space. The proposed new commission chart was inserted to make Item 37 easier to read.
Tuesday – Regular City Council meeting at 6 pm has only two action items. Item 29 under ACTION is the Audit of Berkeley Police Response.
Wednesday – Special Transportation meeting at 6 pm on the California/Dwight intersection. The Parks and Waterfront Commission is at 7 pm. The potential fitness court at Cesar Chavez Park that was previously rejected by Parks Commissioners is back again.
Thursday – The Reimagining Public Safety Task Force meets at 6 pm. The Police Review Commission is meeting Thursday at 7 pm not Wednesday.
Monday, May 10, 2021
Agenda and Rules Committee at 2:30 pm,
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89116593118
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 891 1659 3118
AGENDA: Agenda planning for May 25, CONSENT: 1. Resolution and Ratifying COVID-19 Local Emergency, 2. Minutes for approval, 3. Assessments: Berkeley Tourism Business Improvement District FY22, 4. Assessment: Berkeley Property Owners Business Improvement District - Downtown FY22 & Authorize contract with Downtown Business Association (DBA) $7,285,257 for 7/1/2021-12/31/2026, 5. Assessment: North Shattuck Business Improvement District FY22, 6. Assessment: Telegraph Business Improvement District, 7. Formal Bid Solicitations $250,000, 8. Memorandum of Agreement with the City of Oakland for National Urban Search and Rescue Response System acting through FEMA, Sate and Local governments, 9. Contract $100,000 with Multicultural Institute for COVID-19 Outreach and Health Education Activities 6/1/2021-6/30/2022 outreach to Latinx, particularly day laborer and domestic workers, 10. Revenue Grant Funding Support from Steate of CA Board of State and Community Corrections Proposition 64 Public Health related to Marijuana Act, $1,000,000 5/1/2021-4/30/2024, 11. Revenue Grant Funding Support State of CA Public Health Services, 1-CHDP $353,395, 2-MCAH $332,000, 3-Tobacco $300,000, 4. Immunizations $42,204, 5-Public Heal Emergency Preparedness $257,000, 12. Accept Donation from CA Office of Emergency Services $9,000, 13. Protiviti Government Services: GSA Vehicle for Professional Services, GS-35F-0280X $137,000, 14. Grant Application Surrendered and Abandoned Vessel Exchange (SAVE) $42,000, 15. P.O. $206,180 with Altec Industries, Inc for One (1) Aerial Bucket Truck, 16. P.O. $245,000 with Braun Northwest for One (1) 2021 North Star 155-1 Type 1 Ambulance, 17. P.O. $206,200 with Cal-Line Equipment Inc for three(3) Bandit 250XP Brush Chippers, 18. P.O. $866,000 with Golden State Fire Apparatus, Inc. for one (1)Pierce Quantum 1500 GPM Pumper, 19. Contract add $50,000 total $100,000 with Stanley Access Technologies for On-call and Emergency Repair Service for Automatic Doors, 20. Declaration of Intent – FY22 Street Lighting Assessments, 21. Fund Allocation request to MTC $450,000Transportation Development Act Article 3, 22. Agreement with AC Transit for Operation and Maintenance of transit Signal Priority Equipment deployed by Rapid Corridors Project, 23. Surplus Lands Act AB 1255 requires jurisdictions to compile and report annually an inventory of surplus lands to CA Dept of Housing and Community Development, 24. Lease Agreement: 2010 Addison/Center St Garage with Lexie’s Frozen Custard, 25. Appointment Monica Renee Jones to Mental Health Commission, 26. Authorization for Police Review Commission to conduct online poll, 27. Arreguin-Support AB 1177 CA Banking Options Act (zero fee, zero penalty financial services would eliminate exploitative alternatives such check cashing and pre-paid debit cards), 28. Taplin-Budget Referral Sixth St Traffic Calming 1. Rapid Rectangular Flashing Beacons at Sixth and Channing, 2. Median refuge, 29. Wengraf cosponsors Arreguin, Hahn, Taplin Holocaust Remembrance Day, 30. Wengraf-Budget Referral Traffic Calming increase funding by $100,000 to $200,000, 31. Droste-cosponsors Arreguin, Robinson, Bartlett Budget Referral Willard Park Ambassador, ACTION: 32. FY22 proposed budget hearing #1, final adoption June 29, 33. Public Hearing Environmental Division Fee Schedule adding microenterprise home kitchen operations (MEHKOs) proposed $510 for permit and inspection, 34. Public Hearing Recreation and Camps fee increases, 35. a. Grant Allocation Recommendation for Programs from Sugar Sweetened Beverage Panel of Experts (SSBPE), b. CM approve SSBPE recommendations 1-13 (not 14 & 15) and uphold previously Public Health allocation $339,374. 36.a. Hahn Amend Berkeley Election Reform Act (BERA) to Regulate officeholder accounts, b. Fair Campaign Practices Commission 1-prohibit or regulate officeholder accounts, 37. Droste-cosponsors Kesarwani Robinson, Commission Reorganization for Post-COVID19 Budget Recovery Refer to the CM and City Attorney to bring back changes to the enabling legislation phased approach Phase 1: prioritize merging Homeless Commission & Homeless Services Panel of Experts and merging Housing Advisory Commission & Measure O Bond Oversight Committee,
Additional considerations Staff to bring forward recommendations on consolidations one by one, CM and commissions to consider federal state or other mandates that might be impacted, what elements to keep, update or retire, relevant topics/issues, number of commissioners, qualifications, standing committees, volunteer workload and capacity.
New Climate and Environment Commission merges Energy, CEAC, Zero Waste and Animal Care Commission, Children, Youth and Recreation and Parks and Waterfront Commissions are merged, Peace and Justice and Human Welfare Commissions are merged, The Health Commission and Sugar Sweetened Beverage Commissions are merged, Public Works and Transportation are merged, Planning and Cannabis are merged. All other commissions will maintain their current structure: Aging, Library Board of Trustees, Civic Arts, Disability, Commission on the Status of Women, Design Review Committee, Disaster and Fire Safety, BIDs, Fair Campaign Practices and Open Government, Redistricting, Landmarks Preservation, Labor, Loan Adjustments Board, Personnel, Planning, Police Review/Accountability, Reimagining Public Safety, Mental Health, Zoning Adjustments Board, and Youth. 38. Hahn-COVID Economic Recovery-Expanding Local Purchasing Preferences to Rebuild the City’s Local Economy Tax Base, 39. Wengraf-Amend BMC14.72.105 allow broader range of community facilities to be eligible for parking permits. INFORMATION: 40. Mental Health Work Plan, CONSENT: REFERRED ITEMS for REVIEW: 8. Discussion Regarding Impact of COVID-19 on Meetings, UNSCHEDULED ITEMS: 9. Strengthening and Supporting Commissions, Unfinished Business for Scheduling: 1. Kitchen Exhaust Hood Ventilation, 2. Surveillance Technology, 3. Objective Standards Recommendations for Density, Design and Shadows.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
Youth Commission at 5 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/97392842150
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 973 9284 2150
AGENDA: 5. Public Comment, Chair announcements, Director’s Report, 8. City of Berkeley Teen Vaccination Campaign, 9. Election Chair, 10. Introductions, 11. Discussion Trigger Warnings, 12-14 Appointments to subcommittees, 18. Vice Mayor Lori Droste.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Youth_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Tuesday, May 11 2021
City Council Regular Meeting at 6 pm,
Email comments to [email protected]
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84138848278
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 841 3884 8278
AGENDA CONSENT: 1. 2nd reading Ordinance Regulating Police acquisition and Use of Controlled Equipment, 2. FY2021 Annual Appropriations $76,221,382 (gross) $51,227,368 (net), 3. Formal Bid Solicitations $1,800,000 ($1,100,000 Dock O&K Electrical upgrade, $700,000 Community partnerships COVID-19 testing, quarantine and vaccine), 4. Contract $300,000 7/1/2021-6/30/2022 with The Wright Institute for Mental Health Counseling for older adults, 5. Add $146,304 total $355,822 thru 6/30/2022 with Pacific Site Management for Landscaping services, 6. Add $245,000 total $637,778 thru 6/30/2021 (to be carried over to FY 2022 and then encumbered) with BUSD to provide Mental Health Services Act funded programs, 7. Add $55,000 total $90,000 thru 6/1/2021-6-30/2022 with GoGoGrandparent Technologies for Transportation Services for Senior and the Disabled, 8. Revenue Grant application funding from Alameda Co. for Public Health Services FY2022 ($93,187 Foster Care, $178,778 Berkeley High & Berkeley Tech, $193,175 school linked Measure A, $76,290 Tobacco Prevention), 9. Revenue Grant application to Essential Access Health for $180,000 for public health promotion, 10. Salary Resolution SEIU 1021 Accountant II hourly range $45.6375-$54.1916, 11. Add $209,980 total $614,980 extend term 5/14/2021- 6/30/2024, 12. Mills contract 1 Orchard Lane, 13. Mills contract 1581 LeRoy Ave, 14. Amend 1956 Maintenance Agreement with Caltrans – transfer two portions of City’s right of way on Gilman to Caltrans, 15. Arreguin co-sponsors Droste, Bartlett, Robinson – Support AB 550 Speed Safety cameras and request Berkeley be included as one of the pilot cities, 16. Arreguin co-sponsors Wengraf, Hahn, Kesarwani- AB 43 Safe Streets gives cities flexibility in reducing speed limits, 17. Arreguin co-sponsor Kesarwani – Support AB 629 require MTC to designate transit priority corridors and create pilot of multi-operator transit fare passes, 18. Arreguin - Amending COVID-19 Emergency Response Ordinance Relating to Commercial Leases, 19. Arreguin – Resolution committing to the C40 race to Zero www.citiesracetozero.org Berkeley to be carbon neutral/net zero by 2045 – global warming was 0.8°C in 2018 and ≈1.2°C in 2020 major action needed worldwide to stay at or below global warming of 1.5°C, 20. Taplin - Proclaim May 2021 as Mental Health Month, 21. Taplin co-sponsor Hahn – Resolution in support of Green New Deal for Cities 2021, 22. Taplin – Budget Referral Traffic Calming at Ashby & California, Sacramento & Channing, Cedar & 9th, 6th & Channing, Sacramento & Russell, Channing & San Pablo, 23. Harrison co-sponsor Hahn – Support Roadmap Home 2030 Plan (Home 2030 funders include Chan Zuckerberg Initiative), 24. Hahn, co-sponsors- Harrison, Arreguin – Support AB 1289 Smart Climate Agriculture and AB 558 CA School Plant-based Food and Beverage Program, 25. Wengraf, co-sponsors Kesarwani, Harrison – Support SB-15 rezone idle retail sites to allow for affordable housing, 26. Robinson cosponsors Hahn, Wengraf Support Senator Warren’s Student Loan Debt Relief, 27. Robinson co-sponsors Bartlett, Droste, Arreguin – Support AB 1238 & AB 122 repeal jaywalking laws and bicyclists to treat stop signs as yield signs, ACTION: 28. Published charges: Mental Health Clinical Services, 29. Audit Report: Data Analysis of City of Berkeley’s Police Response, INFORMATION: 30. Energy Commission Work Plan, 31. Streets Audit Wins National Recognition.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Wednesday, May 12 2021
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board at 10 – 11:30 am
Requires pre-registration use link
AGENDA: Rent Board Registration 101, Registering Your Rental Property.
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Homeless Commission at 7 – 9 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/96645301465
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 966 4530 1465
AGENDA: 2. Public Comment, 5. Updates, 6. Discussion of Possible Homeless Ombudsman Position, 7. Accessibility Update at Pathways, 8. Update Homeless Panel of Experts Recommendations for Measure P Spending.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Homeless_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Housing Advisory Commission Special meeting at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/96267647237
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 962 6764 7237
AGENDA: 3. Public Comment, 6. Discussion and Action on West Berkeley Service Center’s Application for COB Community Development Block Grant (CDBG)
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Housing_Advisory_Commission/
Parks and Waterfront Commission at 7 – 9 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/96974512296
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 969 7451 2296
AGENDA: 5. Public Comment, 6. Chair’s Report, Director’s Report, 8. Presentation: Annual Western Monarch Butterfly Monitoring at Aquatic Park, 9. Discussion/Action potential fitness at Cesar Chavez Park, 10. PRW/Operation Budget, 11. Update on Proposed Ferry/Pier Project & BMASP, 12. Refuse Service Parks/Marina
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Parks_and_Waterfront_Commission.aspx
Dwight Way/California Street Intersection Project at 6 pm
Zoom and links will be posted on city website on May 12,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/californiadwight/
Agenda: Project features on webpage
Thursday, May 13, 2021
City Council Closed Session at 3 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89118687489
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 891 1868 7489
AGENDA: 1. Conference with Labor Negotiators for IBEW, Local 1245, SEIU 1021 Community Services and Part-time Recreation Activity Leaders, Berkeley Fire Fighters Local 1227, Berkeley Police Association, SEIU 1021 Maintenance and Clerical Chapters, Berkeley Fire Chiefs Association Public Employees Local 1.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Police Review Commission at 7 – 10 pm, (note meeting is scheduled for Thursday, May 13)
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87070468124
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 870 7046 8124
AGENDA: 3. Public Comment on agenda and non-agenda items, 5. Chair Report, 6. PRC Officer Report, 7. Police Chief report, 8. Subcommittee reports, 9. a. Consider draft Policy 606, Warrant Service, b. Review BPD issues implementing Policy 300 Use of Force, c. Whether participate in scenario-based use-of-force training, d. Whether commissioners may be allowed to observe police officers being trained in use, e. Update transition to Police Accountability Board and Director of Police Accountability, 10.a. Consider making recommendations to new Board for handling complaints, b. Discuss vaccination status sworn officers, c. Lexipol policies: 324-Media Policies, 403-Crime and Disaster Scene Integrity and Investigation, 804-Records Maintenance and Release.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Zoning Adjustment Board at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/98029164696
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 980 2916 4696
AGENDA: 2. 1730 Blake – on consent– construct one 3-story, single family dwelling average and maximum height 33 ft, zoning R-2 - 2nd house on parcel
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
Reimagining Public Safety Task Force at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81983354907 (this link was created using the meeting ID, the zoom link posted with the agenda is expired, look for a corrected zoom link in agenda after Monday. Expect it to be the same as the one here created using the meeting ID)
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 819 8335 4907
AGENDA: 2. Public Comment, Discussion/Action: Police Dept Overview #2 (Interim Chief Jennifer Lewis), Specialized Care Unit (Dr. Lisa Warhuus), Community Survey (NICJR), Community Engagement (NICJR), Subcommittee Reports: Policing, Budget & Alternatives to Policing (Opton, Ghosh, Cheema, Dangerfield, Lindheim, Mizell, Harger, Hyde) Cummunity Engagement (Fine, Harger, Malvido, Lutzker, Ejigu, Blake)
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/RIPST.aspx
AC Transit Talks, 6 pm – 7:30 pm
Use website for all links: https://www.actransit.org/talks
AGENDA: Purpose of meetings to provide community updates on bus service, health and safety and communicate with Board Directors Jovanka Beckles for Richmond/North Richmond/San Pablo/Albany/Berkeley/Kensington/El Sorbrante
Friday, May 14, 2021
Reduced Service Day
Saturday, May 15, 2021 & Sunday, May 16, 2021
No City meetings or events found
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
2421 Fifth Street (construct two residential buildings) 6/1/2021
1205 Peralta (conversion of garage) TBD
2943 Pine (construct a 2nd story) TBD
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with End of Appeal Period
3107 Deakin 5/18/2021
1733 Fourth (Convert retail space to auto sales) 5/19/2021
1733 Fourth (alterations to building) 5/13/2021
2110 Haste 5/10/2021
1231 Ordway 5/19/2021
1913 San Antonio 5/19/2021
1633 Sixth 5/12/2021
2411 Sixth 5/25/2021
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSESSIONS
May 18 – 1. Systems Realignment 2. Affordable Housing Policy Reform (tentative)
July 20 – 1. Bayer Development Agreement (tentative), 2. Measure FF/Fire Prevention
September 21 – 1. Housing Element (RHNA)
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Berkeley Police Department Hiring Practices (referred by Public Safety Committee)
Update Zero Waste Priorities
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Review and Update on City’s COVID-19 Response
Worth Noting:
Fire season is here with the first Red Flag Warning from 11 pm Friday until 6 am Monday
Monday - The Agenda and Rules Committee on Monday at 2:30 pm takes up two pages of space. The proposed new commission chart was inserted to make Item 37 easier to read.
Tuesday – Regular City Council meeting at 6 pm has only two action items. Item 29 under ACTION is the Audit of Berkeley Police Response.
Wednesday – Special Transportation meeting at 6 pm on the California/Dwight intersection. The Parks and Waterfront Commission is at 7 pm. The potential fitness court at Cesar Chavez Park that was previously rejected by Parks Commissioners is back again.
Thursday – The Reimagining Public Safety Task Force meets at 6 pm. The Police Review Commission is meeting Thursday at 7 pm not Wednesday.
Monday, May 10, 2021
Agenda and Rules Committee at 2:30 pm,
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89116593118
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 891 1659 3118
AGENDA: Agenda planning for May 25, CONSENT: 1. Resolution and Ratifying COVID-19 Local Emergency, 2. Minutes for approval, 3. Assessments: Berkeley Tourism Business Improvement District FY22, 4. Assessment: Berkeley Property Owners Business Improvement District - Downtown FY22 & Authorize contract with Downtown Business Association (DBA) $7,285,257 for 7/1/2021-12/31/2026, 5. Assessment: North Shattuck Business Improvement District FY22, 6. Assessment: Telegraph Business Improvement District, 7. Formal Bid Solicitations $250,000, 8. Memorandum of Agreement with the City of Oakland for National Urban Search and Rescue Response System acting through FEMA, Sate and Local governments, 9. Contract $100,000 with Multicultural Institute for COVID-19 Outreach and Health Education Activities 6/1/2021-6/30/2022 outreach to Latinx, particularly day laborer and domestic workers, 10. Revenue Grant Funding Support from Steate of CA Board of State and Community Corrections Proposition 64 Public Health related to Marijuana Act, $1,000,000 5/1/2021-4/30/2024, 11. Revenue Grant Funding Support State of CA Public Health Services, 1-CHDP $353,395, 2-MCAH $332,000, 3-Tobacco $300,000, 4. Immunizations $42,204, 5-Public Heal Emergency Preparedness $257,000, 12. Accept Donation from CA Office of Emergency Services $9,000, 13. Protiviti Government Services: GSA Vehicle for Professional Services, GS-35F-0280X $137,000, 14. Grant Application Surrendered and Abandoned Vessel Exchange (SAVE) $42,000, 15. P.O. $206,180 with Altec Industries, Inc for One (1) Aerial Bucket Truck, 16. P.O. $245,000 with Braun Northwest for One (1) 2021 North Star 155-1 Type 1 Ambulance, 17. P.O. $206,200 with Cal-Line Equipment Inc for three(3) Bandit 250XP Brush Chippers, 18. P.O. $866,000 with Golden State Fire Apparatus, Inc. for one (1)Pierce Quantum 1500 GPM Pumper, 19. Contract add $50,000 total $100,000 with Stanley Access Technologies for On-call and Emergency Repair Service for Automatic Doors, 20. Declaration of Intent – FY22 Street Lighting Assessments, 21. Fund Allocation request to MTC $450,000Transportation Development Act Article 3, 22. Agreement with AC Transit for Operation and Maintenance of transit Signal Priority Equipment deployed by Rapid Corridors Project, 23. Surplus Lands Act AB 1255 requires jurisdictions to compile and report annually an inventory of surplus lands to CA Dept of Housing and Community Development, 24. Lease Agreement: 2010 Addison/Center St Garage with Lexie’s Frozen Custard, 25. Appointment Monica Renee Jones to Mental Health Commission, 26. Authorization for Police Review Commission to conduct online poll, 27. Arreguin-Support AB 1177 CA Banking Options Act (zero fee, zero penalty financial services would eliminate exploitative alternatives such check cashing and pre-paid debit cards), 28. Taplin-Budget Referral Sixth St Traffic Calming 1. Rapid Rectangular Flashing Beacons at Sixth and Channing, 2. Median refuge, 29. Wengraf cosponsors Arreguin, Hahn, Taplin Holocaust Remembrance Day, 30. Wengraf-Budget Referral Traffic Calming increase funding by $100,000 to $200,000, 31. Droste-cosponsors Arreguin, Robinson, Bartlett Budget Referral Willard Park Ambassador, ACTION: 32. FY22 proposed budget hearing #1, final adoption June 29, 33. Public Hearing Environmental Division Fee Schedule adding microenterprise home kitchen operations (MEHKOs) proposed $510 for permit and inspection, 34. Public Hearing Recreation and Camps fee increases, 35. a. Grant Allocation Recommendation for Programs from Sugar Sweetened Beverage Panel of Experts (SSBPE), b. CM approve SSBPE recommendations 1-13 (not 14 & 15) and uphold previously Public Health allocation $339,374. 36.a. Hahn Amend Berkeley Election Reform Act (BERA) to Regulate officeholder accounts, b. Fair Campaign Practices Commission 1-prohibit or regulate officeholder accounts, 37. Droste-cosponsors Kesarwani Robinson, Commission Reorganization for Post-COVID19 Budget Recovery Refer to the CM and City Attorney to bring back changes to the enabling legislation phased approach Phase 1: prioritize merging Homeless Commission & Homeless Services Panel of Experts and merging Housing Advisory Commission & Measure O Bond Oversight Committee,
Additional considerations Staff to bring forward recommendations on consolidations one by one, CM and commissions to consider federal state or other mandates that might be impacted, what elements to keep, update or retire, relevant topics/issues, number of commissioners, qualifications, standing committees, volunteer workload and capacity.
New Climate and Environment Commission merges Energy, CEAC, Zero Waste and Animal Care Commission, Children, Youth and Recreation and Parks and Waterfront Commissions are merged, Peace and Justice and Human Welfare Commissions are merged, The Health Commission and Sugar Sweetened Beverage Commissions are merged, Public Works and Transportation are merged, Planning and Cannabis are merged. All other commissions will maintain their current structure: Aging, Library Board of Trustees, Civic Arts, Disability, Commission on the Status of Women, Design Review Committee, Disaster and Fire Safety, BIDs, Fair Campaign Practices and Open Government, Redistricting, Landmarks Preservation, Labor, Loan Adjustments Board, Personnel, Planning, Police Review/Accountability, Reimagining Public Safety, Mental Health, Zoning Adjustments Board, and Youth. 38. Hahn-COVID Economic Recovery-Expanding Local Purchasing Preferences to Rebuild the City’s Local Economy Tax Base, 39. Wengraf-Amend BMC14.72.105 allow broader range of community facilities to be eligible for parking permits. INFORMATION: 40. Mental Health Work Plan, CONSENT: REFERRED ITEMS for REVIEW: 8. Discussion Regarding Impact of COVID-19 on Meetings, UNSCHEDULED ITEMS: 9. Strengthening and Supporting Commissions, Unfinished Business for Scheduling: 1. Kitchen Exhaust Hood Ventilation, 2. Surveillance Technology, 3. Objective Standards Recommendations for Density, Design and Shadows.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
Youth Commission at 5 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/97392842150
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 973 9284 2150
AGENDA: 5. Public Comment, Chair announcements, Director’s Report, 8. City of Berkeley Teen Vaccination Campaign, 9. Election Chair, 10. Introductions, 11. Discussion Trigger Warnings, 12-14 Appointments to subcommittees, 18. Vice Mayor Lori Droste.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Youth_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Tuesday, May 11 2021
City Council Regular Meeting at 6 pm,
Email comments to [email protected]
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84138848278
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 841 3884 8278
AGENDA CONSENT: 1. 2nd reading Ordinance Regulating Police acquisition and Use of Controlled Equipment, 2. FY2021 Annual Appropriations $76,221,382 (gross) $51,227,368 (net), 3. Formal Bid Solicitations $1,800,000 ($1,100,000 Dock O&K Electrical upgrade, $700,000 Community partnerships COVID-19 testing, quarantine and vaccine), 4. Contract $300,000 7/1/2021-6/30/2022 with The Wright Institute for Mental Health Counseling for older adults, 5. Add $146,304 total $355,822 thru 6/30/2022 with Pacific Site Management for Landscaping services, 6. Add $245,000 total $637,778 thru 6/30/2021 (to be carried over to FY 2022 and then encumbered) with BUSD to provide Mental Health Services Act funded programs, 7. Add $55,000 total $90,000 thru 6/1/2021-6-30/2022 with GoGoGrandparent Technologies for Transportation Services for Senior and the Disabled, 8. Revenue Grant application funding from Alameda Co. for Public Health Services FY2022 ($93,187 Foster Care, $178,778 Berkeley High & Berkeley Tech, $193,175 school linked Measure A, $76,290 Tobacco Prevention), 9. Revenue Grant application to Essential Access Health for $180,000 for public health promotion, 10. Salary Resolution SEIU 1021 Accountant II hourly range $45.6375-$54.1916, 11. Add $209,980 total $614,980 extend term 5/14/2021- 6/30/2024, 12. Mills contract 1 Orchard Lane, 13. Mills contract 1581 LeRoy Ave, 14. Amend 1956 Maintenance Agreement with Caltrans – transfer two portions of City’s right of way on Gilman to Caltrans, 15. Arreguin co-sponsors Droste, Bartlett, Robinson – Support AB 550 Speed Safety cameras and request Berkeley be included as one of the pilot cities, 16. Arreguin co-sponsors Wengraf, Hahn, Kesarwani- AB 43 Safe Streets gives cities flexibility in reducing speed limits, 17. Arreguin co-sponsor Kesarwani – Support AB 629 require MTC to designate transit priority corridors and create pilot of multi-operator transit fare passes, 18. Arreguin - Amending COVID-19 Emergency Response Ordinance Relating to Commercial Leases, 19. Arreguin – Resolution committing to the C40 race to Zero www.citiesracetozero.org Berkeley to be carbon neutral/net zero by 2045 – global warming was 0.8°C in 2018 and ≈1.2°C in 2020 major action needed worldwide to stay at or below global warming of 1.5°C, 20. Taplin - Proclaim May 2021 as Mental Health Month, 21. Taplin co-sponsor Hahn – Resolution in support of Green New Deal for Cities 2021, 22. Taplin – Budget Referral Traffic Calming at Ashby & California, Sacramento & Channing, Cedar & 9th, 6th & Channing, Sacramento & Russell, Channing & San Pablo, 23. Harrison co-sponsor Hahn – Support Roadmap Home 2030 Plan (Home 2030 funders include Chan Zuckerberg Initiative), 24. Hahn, co-sponsors- Harrison, Arreguin – Support AB 1289 Smart Climate Agriculture and AB 558 CA School Plant-based Food and Beverage Program, 25. Wengraf, co-sponsors Kesarwani, Harrison – Support SB-15 rezone idle retail sites to allow for affordable housing, 26. Robinson cosponsors Hahn, Wengraf Support Senator Warren’s Student Loan Debt Relief, 27. Robinson co-sponsors Bartlett, Droste, Arreguin – Support AB 1238 & AB 122 repeal jaywalking laws and bicyclists to treat stop signs as yield signs, ACTION: 28. Published charges: Mental Health Clinical Services, 29. Audit Report: Data Analysis of City of Berkeley’s Police Response, INFORMATION: 30. Energy Commission Work Plan, 31. Streets Audit Wins National Recognition.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Wednesday, May 12 2021
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board at 10 – 11:30 am
Requires pre-registration use link
AGENDA: Rent Board Registration 101, Registering Your Rental Property.
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Homeless Commission at 7 – 9 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/96645301465
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 966 4530 1465
AGENDA: 2. Public Comment, 5. Updates, 6. Discussion of Possible Homeless Ombudsman Position, 7. Accessibility Update at Pathways, 8. Update Homeless Panel of Experts Recommendations for Measure P Spending.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Homeless_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Housing Advisory Commission Special meeting at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/96267647237
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 962 6764 7237
AGENDA: 3. Public Comment, 6. Discussion and Action on West Berkeley Service Center’s Application for COB Community Development Block Grant (CDBG)
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Housing_Advisory_Commission/
Parks and Waterfront Commission at 7 – 9 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/96974512296
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 969 7451 2296
AGENDA: 5. Public Comment, 6. Chair’s Report, Director’s Report, 8. Presentation: Annual Western Monarch Butterfly Monitoring at Aquatic Park, 9. Discussion/Action potential fitness at Cesar Chavez Park, 10. PRW/Operation Budget, 11. Update on Proposed Ferry/Pier Project & BMASP, 12. Refuse Service Parks/Marina
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Parks_and_Waterfront_Commission.aspx
Dwight Way/California Street Intersection Project at 6 pm
Zoom and links will be posted on city website on May 12,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/californiadwight/
Agenda: Project features on webpage
Thursday, May 13, 2021
City Council Closed Session at 3 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89118687489
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 891 1868 7489
AGENDA: 1. Conference with Labor Negotiators for IBEW, Local 1245, SEIU 1021 Community Services and Part-time Recreation Activity Leaders, Berkeley Fire Fighters Local 1227, Berkeley Police Association, SEIU 1021 Maintenance and Clerical Chapters, Berkeley Fire Chiefs Association Public Employees Local 1.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Police Review Commission at 7 – 10 pm, (note meeting is scheduled for Thursday, May 13)
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87070468124
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 870 7046 8124
AGENDA: 3. Public Comment on agenda and non-agenda items, 5. Chair Report, 6. PRC Officer Report, 7. Police Chief report, 8. Subcommittee reports, 9. a. Consider draft Policy 606, Warrant Service, b. Review BPD issues implementing Policy 300 Use of Force, c. Whether participate in scenario-based use-of-force training, d. Whether commissioners may be allowed to observe police officers being trained in use, e. Update transition to Police Accountability Board and Director of Police Accountability, 10.a. Consider making recommendations to new Board for handling complaints, b. Discuss vaccination status sworn officers, c. Lexipol policies: 324-Media Policies, 403-Crime and Disaster Scene Integrity and Investigation, 804-Records Maintenance and Release.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Zoning Adjustment Board at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/98029164696
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 980 2916 4696
AGENDA: 2. 1730 Blake – on consent– construct one 3-story, single family dwelling average and maximum height 33 ft, zoning R-2 - 2nd house on parcel
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
Reimagining Public Safety Task Force at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81983354907 (this link was created using the meeting ID, the zoom link posted with the agenda is expired, look for a corrected zoom link in agenda after Monday. Expect it to be the same as the one here created using the meeting ID)
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 819 8335 4907
AGENDA: 2. Public Comment, Discussion/Action: Police Dept Overview #2 (Interim Chief Jennifer Lewis), Specialized Care Unit (Dr. Lisa Warhuus), Community Survey (NICJR), Community Engagement (NICJR), Subcommittee Reports: Policing, Budget & Alternatives to Policing (Opton, Ghosh, Cheema, Dangerfield, Lindheim, Mizell, Harger, Hyde) Cummunity Engagement (Fine, Harger, Malvido, Lutzker, Ejigu, Blake)
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/RIPST.aspx
AC Transit Talks, 6 pm – 7:30 pm
Use website for all links: https://www.actransit.org/talks
AGENDA: Purpose of meetings to provide community updates on bus service, health and safety and communicate with Board Directors Jovanka Beckles for Richmond/North Richmond/San Pablo/Albany/Berkeley/Kensington/El Sorbrante
Friday, May 14, 2021
Reduced Service Day
Saturday, May 15, 2021 & Sunday, May 16, 2021
No City meetings or events found
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
2421 Fifth Street (construct two residential buildings) 6/1/2021
1205 Peralta (conversion of garage) TBD
2943 Pine (construct a 2nd story) TBD
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with End of Appeal Period
3107 Deakin 5/18/2021
1733 Fourth (Convert retail space to auto sales) 5/19/2021
1733 Fourth (alterations to building) 5/13/2021
2110 Haste 5/10/2021
1231 Ordway 5/19/2021
1913 San Antonio 5/19/2021
1633 Sixth 5/12/2021
2411 Sixth 5/25/2021
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSESSIONS
May 18 – 1. Systems Realignment 2. Affordable Housing Policy Reform (tentative)
July 20 – 1. Bayer Development Agreement (tentative), 2. Measure FF/Fire Prevention
September 21 – 1. Housing Element (RHNA)
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Berkeley Police Department Hiring Practices (referred by Public Safety Committee)
Update Zero Waste Priorities
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Review and Update on City’s COVID-19 Response
May 2 - May 9, 2021
Worth Noting:
Tuesday – Building Electrification webinar at 6 pm – Getting off natural gas.
Wednesday – Planning Commission at 7 pm, Affordable housing is item 9 on the agenda.
Thursday – Budget and Finance Committee at 1 pm, department presentations continue for FY 2022 budget.
The May 11 City Council agenda is available for review and comment.
Sunday, May 2, 2021 - No City meetings or events found
Monday, May 3, 2021
Ashby and North Berkeley BART Community Advisory Group (CAG) at 5:30 – 6:30 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/91313217916
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 913 1321 7916
AGENDA: Office Hours #1
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/bartplanning/
Tuesday, May 4, 2021
4x4 Joint Task Force Committee on Housing: Rent Board/City Council at 3 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/92083611523?pwd=cmxxdisxQkVudjZMYm5DT0xBOFpTUT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 913 9801 1329 Passcode: 857447
AGENDA: 5. Update Amendments to Short term Rental Ordinance, 6. Discuss Adoption of Affordable Housing Overlay for 100% Affordable Housing Developments, 7. Discuss possibility of passing rental forgiveness, 8. Discuss AB 1079 (Land Trusts)
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/4x4_Committee_Homepage.aspx
Getting of Gas in Berkeley’s Buildings at 7 pm – 8:30 pm
Links provided through registration with eventbrite
AGENDA: Benefits of building electrification
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=17345
Wednesday, May 5, 2021
City Council Facilities, Infrastructure, Transportation, Environment & Sustainability Committee at 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87849364168
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 878 4936 4168
AGENDA: 2. Ordinance Reducing Tax for Qualifying Electrification, Energy Efficiency and Water Conservation Retrofits, 3. 15 mph Speed Limit at all Early-Childhood Education Facilities, 4. Disposition of existing agenda items related to temporary rules for policy committees due to COVID-19 emergency, UNSCHEDULED: 5. Just Transition from Fossil Fuel Economy, 6. Impact/Mitigation fees to public right of way (streets), 7. Regulate Plastic Bags
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Facilities,_Infrastructure,_Transportation,_Environment,___Sustainability.aspx
Board of Library Trustees at 6:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86042306505
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 860 4230 6505
AGENDA: IV. FY 2022 budget, V. Presentation: Transition to Online Programming.
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
Homeless Services Panel of Experts at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/92491365323
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 924 9136 5323
AGENDA: 6. Recommendations for Measure P funding to be submitted to Budget and Finance Policy Committee
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Homeless_Services_Panel_of_Experts.aspx
Planning Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/98281560402
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 982 8156 0402
AGENDA: 9. Citywide Affordable Housing Requirements Update, 10. Public Hearing General Plan Re-designation staff recommendation add 5 parcels to Adeline Corridor as C-AC 1709 Alcatraz, 3404 King, 3244 Ellis, 1717 Alcatraz, 2024 Ashby
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Thursday, May 6, 2021
City Council Land Use, Housing & Economic Development Committee at 10:30 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86006545447
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 860 0654 5447
AGENDA: 2. Disposition of existing agenda items related to temporary rules for policy committees due to COVID-19 emergency
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Land_Use,_Housing___Economic_Development.aspx
City Council Budget & Finance Committee at 1 pm (note meeting time),
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86096171541
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 860 9617 1541
AGENDA: Items 2-4 Department Budget Presentations: Planning & Development, City Attorney, Office of the Director of Police Accountability, 5. Disposition of existing agenda items related to temporary rules for policy committees due to COVID-19 emergency
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Budget___Finance.aspx
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board at 7 – 11 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/97418734828?pwd=eTBMOXBlZFd0RFNPektTRVBkTVZzdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 974 1873 4828 PASSCODE: 285019
AGENDA: 4.e. Waivers, 7. Annual registration fees,
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Independent Redistricting Commission at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88294057810
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 882 9405 7810
AGENDA: 2. Draw District 1 Alternate Commissioner, 3.&4. Legal Aspects of Redistricting
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/redistricting/
Landmarks Preservation Commission at 7 – 11:30 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/92277210166
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 922 7721 0166
AGENDA: 5. Revisions to Landmarks Preservation Ordinance, 6. Resolution to End Exclusionary Zoning in Berkeley
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/landmarkspreservationcommission/
Public Works Commission at 7 – 10 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84312916787
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 843 1291 6787
AGENDA: not posted check after Monday
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Public_Works_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Ashby and North Berkeley BART Community Advisory Group (CAG) at 5:30 – 6:30 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/95267102899
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 952 6710 2899
AGENDA: Office Hours #2
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/bartplanning/
Friday, May 7, 2021 - No City meetings or events found
Saturday, May 8, 2021
Mother’s Day Rose Garden Ribbon Cutting Ceremony 10 am – 12 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=17369
Berkeley Neighborhoods Council 10 am – 12 pm
Meeting Zoom link not posted yet, check website later in week
https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/
Sunday, May 9 2021 – Mother’s Day
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May 11 - City Council regular meeting at 6 pm agenda is available for comment
Email comments to [email protected]
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84138848278
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 841 3884 8278
AGENDA CONSENT: 1. 2nd reading Ordinance Regulating Police acquisition and Use of Controlled Equipment, 2. FY2021 Annual Appropriations $76,221,382 (gross) $51,227,368 (net), 3. Formal Bid Solicitations $1,800,000 ($1,100,000 Dock O&K Electrical upgrade, $700,000 Community partnerships COVID-19 testing, quarantine and vaccine), 4. Contract $300,000 7/1/2021-6/30/2022 with The Wright Institute for Mental Health Counseling for older adults, 5. Add $146,304 total $355,822 thru 6/30/2022 with Pacific Site Management for Landscaping services, 6. Add $245,000 total $637,778 thru 6/30/2021 (to be carried over to FY 2022 and then encumbered) with BUSD to provide Mental Health Services Act funded programs, 7. Add $55,000 total $90,000 thru 6/1/2021-6-30/2022 with GoGoGrandparent Technologies for Transportation Services for Senior and the Disabled, 8. Revenue Grant application funding from Alameda Co. for Public Health Services FY2022 ($93,187 Foster Care, $178,778 Berkeley High & Berkeley Tech, $193,175 school linked Measure A, $76,290 Tobacco Prevention), 9. Revenue Grant application to Essential Access Health for $180,000 for public health promotion, 10. Salary Resolution SEIU 1021 Accountant II hourly range $45.6375-$54.1916, 11. Add $209,980 total $614,980 extend term 5/14/2021- 6/30/2024, 12. Mills contract 1 Orchard Lane, 13. Mills contract 1581 LeRoy Ave, 14. Amend 1956 Maintenance Agreement with Caltrans – transfer two portions of City’s right of way on Gilman to Caltrans, 15. Arreguin co-sponsors Droste, Bartlett, Robinson – Support AB 550 Speed Safety cameras and request Berkeley be included as one of the pilot cities, 16. Arreguin co-sponsors Wengraf, Hahn, Kesarwani- AB 43 Safe Streets gives cities flexibility in reducing speed limits, 17. Arreguin co-sponsor Kesarwani – Support AB 629 require MTC to designate transit priority corridors and create pilot of multi-operator transit fare passes, 18. Arreguin - Amending COVID-19 Emergency Response Ordinance Relating to Commercial Leases, 19. Arreguin – Resolution committing to the C40 race to Zero www.citiesracetozero.org Berkeley to be carbon neutral/net zero by 2045 – global warming was 0.8°C in 2018 and ≈1.2°C in 2020 major action needed worldwide to stay at or below global warming of 1.5°C, 20. Taplin - Proclaim May 2021 as Mental Health Month, 21. Taplin co-sponsor Hahn – Resolution in support of Green New Deal for Cities 2021, 22. Taplin – Budget Referral Traffic Calming at Ashby & California, Sacramento & Channing, Cedar & 9th, 6th & Channing, Sacramento & Russell, Channing & San Pablo, 23. Harrison co-sponsor Hahn – Support Roadmap Home 2030 Plan (Home 2030 funders include Chan Zuckerberg Initiative), 24. Hahn, co-sponsors- Harrison, Arreguin – Support AB 1289 Smart Climate Agriculture and AB 558 CA School Plant-based Food and Beverage Program, 25. Wengraf, co-sponsors Kesarwani, Harrison – Support SB-15 rezone idle retail sites to allow for affordable housing, 26. Robinson cosponsors Hahn, Wengraf Support Senator Warren’s Student Loan Debt Relief, 27. Robinson co-sponsors Bartlett, Droste, Arreguin – Support AB 1238 & AB 122 repeal jaywalking laws and bicyclists to treat stop signs as yield signs, ACTION: 28. Published charges: Mental Health Clinical Services, 29. Audit Report: Data Analysis of City of Berkeley’s Police Response,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
2421 Fifth Street (construct two residential buildings) 6/1/2021
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with End of Appeal Period
190 Alvarado 5/4/2021
1205 Cornell 5/4/2021
3107 Deakin 5/18/2021
1428 Delaware 5/4/2021
1733 Fourth (Convert retail space to auto sales) 5/19/2021
1733 Fourth (alterations to building) 5/13/2021
2110 Haste 5/10/2021
1231 Ordway 5/19/2021
1913 San Antonio 5/19/2021
1836 Thousand Oaks 5/4/2021
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSESSIONS
May 18 – 1. Systems Realignment 2. Affordable Housing Policy Reform (tentative)
July 20 – 1. Bayer Development Agreement (tentative), Measure FF/Fire Prevention
September 21 – 1. Housing Element (RHNA)
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Berkeley Police Department Hiring Practices (referred by Public Safety Committee)
Update Zero Waste Priorities
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
This meeting list is also posted on the Sustainable Berkeley Coalition website.
http://www.sustainableberkeleycoalition.com/whats-ahead.html and in the Berkeley Daily Planet under activist’s calendar http://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
If you or someone you know wishes to receive the weekly summary as soon as it is completed, email [email protected] to be added to the early email list.
If you wish to stop receiving the Weekly Summary of City Meetings please
forward the weekly summary you received to [email protected]
Worth Noting:
Tuesday – Building Electrification webinar at 6 pm – Getting off natural gas.
Wednesday – Planning Commission at 7 pm, Affordable housing is item 9 on the agenda.
Thursday – Budget and Finance Committee at 1 pm, department presentations continue for FY 2022 budget.
The May 11 City Council agenda is available for review and comment.
Sunday, May 2, 2021 - No City meetings or events found
Monday, May 3, 2021
Ashby and North Berkeley BART Community Advisory Group (CAG) at 5:30 – 6:30 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/91313217916
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 913 1321 7916
AGENDA: Office Hours #1
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/bartplanning/
Tuesday, May 4, 2021
4x4 Joint Task Force Committee on Housing: Rent Board/City Council at 3 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/92083611523?pwd=cmxxdisxQkVudjZMYm5DT0xBOFpTUT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 913 9801 1329 Passcode: 857447
AGENDA: 5. Update Amendments to Short term Rental Ordinance, 6. Discuss Adoption of Affordable Housing Overlay for 100% Affordable Housing Developments, 7. Discuss possibility of passing rental forgiveness, 8. Discuss AB 1079 (Land Trusts)
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/4x4_Committee_Homepage.aspx
Getting of Gas in Berkeley’s Buildings at 7 pm – 8:30 pm
Links provided through registration with eventbrite
AGENDA: Benefits of building electrification
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=17345
Wednesday, May 5, 2021
City Council Facilities, Infrastructure, Transportation, Environment & Sustainability Committee at 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87849364168
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 878 4936 4168
AGENDA: 2. Ordinance Reducing Tax for Qualifying Electrification, Energy Efficiency and Water Conservation Retrofits, 3. 15 mph Speed Limit at all Early-Childhood Education Facilities, 4. Disposition of existing agenda items related to temporary rules for policy committees due to COVID-19 emergency, UNSCHEDULED: 5. Just Transition from Fossil Fuel Economy, 6. Impact/Mitigation fees to public right of way (streets), 7. Regulate Plastic Bags
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Facilities,_Infrastructure,_Transportation,_Environment,___Sustainability.aspx
Board of Library Trustees at 6:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86042306505
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 860 4230 6505
AGENDA: IV. FY 2022 budget, V. Presentation: Transition to Online Programming.
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
Homeless Services Panel of Experts at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/92491365323
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 924 9136 5323
AGENDA: 6. Recommendations for Measure P funding to be submitted to Budget and Finance Policy Committee
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Homeless_Services_Panel_of_Experts.aspx
Planning Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/98281560402
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 982 8156 0402
AGENDA: 9. Citywide Affordable Housing Requirements Update, 10. Public Hearing General Plan Re-designation staff recommendation add 5 parcels to Adeline Corridor as C-AC 1709 Alcatraz, 3404 King, 3244 Ellis, 1717 Alcatraz, 2024 Ashby
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Thursday, May 6, 2021
City Council Land Use, Housing & Economic Development Committee at 10:30 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86006545447
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 860 0654 5447
AGENDA: 2. Disposition of existing agenda items related to temporary rules for policy committees due to COVID-19 emergency
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Land_Use,_Housing___Economic_Development.aspx
City Council Budget & Finance Committee at 1 pm (note meeting time),
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86096171541
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 860 9617 1541
AGENDA: Items 2-4 Department Budget Presentations: Planning & Development, City Attorney, Office of the Director of Police Accountability, 5. Disposition of existing agenda items related to temporary rules for policy committees due to COVID-19 emergency
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Budget___Finance.aspx
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board at 7 – 11 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/97418734828?pwd=eTBMOXBlZFd0RFNPektTRVBkTVZzdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 974 1873 4828 PASSCODE: 285019
AGENDA: 4.e. Waivers, 7. Annual registration fees,
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Independent Redistricting Commission at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88294057810
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 882 9405 7810
AGENDA: 2. Draw District 1 Alternate Commissioner, 3.&4. Legal Aspects of Redistricting
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/redistricting/
Landmarks Preservation Commission at 7 – 11:30 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/92277210166
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 922 7721 0166
AGENDA: 5. Revisions to Landmarks Preservation Ordinance, 6. Resolution to End Exclusionary Zoning in Berkeley
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/landmarkspreservationcommission/
Public Works Commission at 7 – 10 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84312916787
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 843 1291 6787
AGENDA: not posted check after Monday
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Public_Works_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Ashby and North Berkeley BART Community Advisory Group (CAG) at 5:30 – 6:30 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/95267102899
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 952 6710 2899
AGENDA: Office Hours #2
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/bartplanning/
Friday, May 7, 2021 - No City meetings or events found
Saturday, May 8, 2021
Mother’s Day Rose Garden Ribbon Cutting Ceremony 10 am – 12 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=17369
Berkeley Neighborhoods Council 10 am – 12 pm
Meeting Zoom link not posted yet, check website later in week
https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/
Sunday, May 9 2021 – Mother’s Day
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May 11 - City Council regular meeting at 6 pm agenda is available for comment
Email comments to [email protected]
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84138848278
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 841 3884 8278
AGENDA CONSENT: 1. 2nd reading Ordinance Regulating Police acquisition and Use of Controlled Equipment, 2. FY2021 Annual Appropriations $76,221,382 (gross) $51,227,368 (net), 3. Formal Bid Solicitations $1,800,000 ($1,100,000 Dock O&K Electrical upgrade, $700,000 Community partnerships COVID-19 testing, quarantine and vaccine), 4. Contract $300,000 7/1/2021-6/30/2022 with The Wright Institute for Mental Health Counseling for older adults, 5. Add $146,304 total $355,822 thru 6/30/2022 with Pacific Site Management for Landscaping services, 6. Add $245,000 total $637,778 thru 6/30/2021 (to be carried over to FY 2022 and then encumbered) with BUSD to provide Mental Health Services Act funded programs, 7. Add $55,000 total $90,000 thru 6/1/2021-6-30/2022 with GoGoGrandparent Technologies for Transportation Services for Senior and the Disabled, 8. Revenue Grant application funding from Alameda Co. for Public Health Services FY2022 ($93,187 Foster Care, $178,778 Berkeley High & Berkeley Tech, $193,175 school linked Measure A, $76,290 Tobacco Prevention), 9. Revenue Grant application to Essential Access Health for $180,000 for public health promotion, 10. Salary Resolution SEIU 1021 Accountant II hourly range $45.6375-$54.1916, 11. Add $209,980 total $614,980 extend term 5/14/2021- 6/30/2024, 12. Mills contract 1 Orchard Lane, 13. Mills contract 1581 LeRoy Ave, 14. Amend 1956 Maintenance Agreement with Caltrans – transfer two portions of City’s right of way on Gilman to Caltrans, 15. Arreguin co-sponsors Droste, Bartlett, Robinson – Support AB 550 Speed Safety cameras and request Berkeley be included as one of the pilot cities, 16. Arreguin co-sponsors Wengraf, Hahn, Kesarwani- AB 43 Safe Streets gives cities flexibility in reducing speed limits, 17. Arreguin co-sponsor Kesarwani – Support AB 629 require MTC to designate transit priority corridors and create pilot of multi-operator transit fare passes, 18. Arreguin - Amending COVID-19 Emergency Response Ordinance Relating to Commercial Leases, 19. Arreguin – Resolution committing to the C40 race to Zero www.citiesracetozero.org Berkeley to be carbon neutral/net zero by 2045 – global warming was 0.8°C in 2018 and ≈1.2°C in 2020 major action needed worldwide to stay at or below global warming of 1.5°C, 20. Taplin - Proclaim May 2021 as Mental Health Month, 21. Taplin co-sponsor Hahn – Resolution in support of Green New Deal for Cities 2021, 22. Taplin – Budget Referral Traffic Calming at Ashby & California, Sacramento & Channing, Cedar & 9th, 6th & Channing, Sacramento & Russell, Channing & San Pablo, 23. Harrison co-sponsor Hahn – Support Roadmap Home 2030 Plan (Home 2030 funders include Chan Zuckerberg Initiative), 24. Hahn, co-sponsors- Harrison, Arreguin – Support AB 1289 Smart Climate Agriculture and AB 558 CA School Plant-based Food and Beverage Program, 25. Wengraf, co-sponsors Kesarwani, Harrison – Support SB-15 rezone idle retail sites to allow for affordable housing, 26. Robinson cosponsors Hahn, Wengraf Support Senator Warren’s Student Loan Debt Relief, 27. Robinson co-sponsors Bartlett, Droste, Arreguin – Support AB 1238 & AB 122 repeal jaywalking laws and bicyclists to treat stop signs as yield signs, ACTION: 28. Published charges: Mental Health Clinical Services, 29. Audit Report: Data Analysis of City of Berkeley’s Police Response,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
2421 Fifth Street (construct two residential buildings) 6/1/2021
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with End of Appeal Period
190 Alvarado 5/4/2021
1205 Cornell 5/4/2021
3107 Deakin 5/18/2021
1428 Delaware 5/4/2021
1733 Fourth (Convert retail space to auto sales) 5/19/2021
1733 Fourth (alterations to building) 5/13/2021
2110 Haste 5/10/2021
1231 Ordway 5/19/2021
1913 San Antonio 5/19/2021
1836 Thousand Oaks 5/4/2021
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSESSIONS
May 18 – 1. Systems Realignment 2. Affordable Housing Policy Reform (tentative)
July 20 – 1. Bayer Development Agreement (tentative), Measure FF/Fire Prevention
September 21 – 1. Housing Element (RHNA)
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Berkeley Police Department Hiring Practices (referred by Public Safety Committee)
Update Zero Waste Priorities
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
This meeting list is also posted on the Sustainable Berkeley Coalition website.
http://www.sustainableberkeleycoalition.com/whats-ahead.html and in the Berkeley Daily Planet under activist’s calendar http://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
If you or someone you know wishes to receive the weekly summary as soon as it is completed, email [email protected] to be added to the early email list.
If you wish to stop receiving the Weekly Summary of City Meetings please
forward the weekly summary you received to [email protected]
April 25 - May 2, 2021
Worth Noting:
Even though I’ve tried to narrow the list of agenda items to those of the most interest, the Agenda Committee on Monday and the city council meeting on Tuesday still take up a lot of space. To review the full agendas for any meeting use the links provided.
Monday: The Land Use Committee at 10 am has one agenda item TOPA, The Agenda Committee at 2:30 pm is reviewing the City Council May 11 agenda and may take up discussion of objective standards recommendations, The Zero Waste Commission is at 7 pm and #3 under discussion/action may tell us how much of non-bottle plastic recycling of 1-7 is “wishcycling.”
Tuesday: City Council regular meeting at 6 pm item 32 is the ordinance regulating police acquisition and use of controlled equipment. Since City Council ruled last week to no longer allow for the reading of public comments emailed during the council meeting, if you wish to comment on an agenda item you must send your email in advance to [email protected] in hope that each councilmember will get through their emails or you will need to hang on until the item comes up for comment.
Wednesday: Meetings start at 3 pm 4 x 4, 5 pm Energy Commission, 6 pm civic Arts Commission and 7 pm Disaster and Fire safety and the Police Review Commission. If the Police Review Commission uses Otter.ai for auto transcription again, it can be downloaded during the meeting.
Thursday: The Budget and Finance Committee at 10 am will be hearing the department budget presentations. Expect this meeting to run from 10 am – 2 pm. The Reimagining Public Safety Task Force meets at 6 pm. This meeting looks like a key meeting for the task force.
Future Events
Getting Off Gas in Berkeley’s Buildings (homes, offices, schools, businesses) Shape the Vision of All-Electric Future, May 4 at 7 pm register at http://electrifyberkeley.eventbrite.com
Sunday, April 25, 2021 - no city meetings, rain showers are predicted.
Monday, April 26, 2021
City Council Land Use, Housing & Economic Development Committee at 10:30 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86028752299
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 860 2875 2299
AGENDA: Special meeting only one item 1. Tenant Opportunity to Purchase Act (TOPA)
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Land_Use,_Housing___Economic_Development.aspx
Agenda and Rules Committee at 2:30 pm,
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88698899478
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 886 9889 9478
AGENDA: 2. Agenda Planning for 5/11/2021 Regular City Council meeting CONSENT: 13. Amend 1956 Maintenance Agreement with Caltrans – transfer two portions of City’s right of way on Gilman to Caltrans, 14. Audit Report: Data Analysis of City of Berkeley’s Police Response, 15. Arreguin – Support AB 550 Speed Safety cameras and request Berkeley be included as one of the pilot cities, 16. Arreguin - AB 43 Safe Streets gives cities flexibility in reducing speed limits, 19. Taplin – Resolution in support of Green New Deal for Cities 2021, 20. Taplin – Budget Referral Traffic Calming at Ashby & California, Sacramento & Channing, Cedar & 9th, 6th & Channing, Sacramento & Russell, Channing & San Pablo, 21. Harrison – Support Roadmap Home 2030 Plan (Home 2030 funders include Chan Zuckerberg Initiative), 22. Hahn, Harrison, Arreguin – Support AB 1289 Smart Climate Agriculture and AB 558 CA School Plant-based Food and Beverage Program, 23. Wengraf – Oppose (unless amended) SB-9, 24. Wengraf, Kesarwani – Support SB-15 rezone idle retail sites to allow for affordable housing, ACTION: 28.Arreguin - Amending COVID-19 Emergency Response Ordinance Relating to Commercial Leases, 29. Arreguin – Resolution committing to the C40 race to Zero www.citiesracetozero.org (page 386 in packet) Berkeley to be carbon neutral/net zero by 2045 – global warming was 0.8°C in 2018 and ≈1.2°C in 2020 major action needed worldwide to stay at or below global warming of 1.5°C, 30. Kesarwani – Referral to CM to streamline ADU Permit Review and Approval, Recommends development of universal checklist with construction requirements, up-to-date state and local regulations, relevant fees, inspections, other requirements, to consider development of free ADU designs to download, 31. Harrison, Arreguin – Establish Pilot Climate Equity Action Fund to Assist Low-Income Residents (AMI at or below 50% AMI) with Transition to Zero-Carbon Transportation and Buildings, Referred Items: 8. Impact COVID-19 on Legislative Bodies, 9. Systems Realignment Proposal, Council Referrals to Agenda & Rules Committee: 3. Objective Standards Recommendations for Density, Design and Shadows.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board Budget and Personnel Committee at 8:30 am
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/97760792894?pwd~WHJtY0NNYzNCTDNNaFFpZWtKc0FBUT09
Teleconference: 1-408-638-0968 Meeting ID: 977 6079 2894 Passcode: 607052
AGENDA: 4. Update, Discussion, Possible Action on Measure MM.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Children, Youth and Recreation Commission at 7 – 9 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/97142373804
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 971 4237 3804
AGENDA: 8. Vision 2020: Report on Pandemic Programming, 9. FY22 Budget, 10. COVID related Program changes.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Children_Youth_and_Recreation_Commission/
Civic Arts Commission Policy subcommittee, 5 pm
Videoconfereace: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86523856998
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 865 2385 6998
AGENDA: 4. a) Affordable Housing for Artists, b) Draft Public Art Ordinance, c) Budget referral requests grant funds.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CivicArtsCommissionHomepage/
Zero Waste Commission, 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/s/82587046286
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 825 8704 6286
AGENDA: Discussion and Action Items: 1. Deconstruction Presentation, 3. Mixed Non-bottle #1-7 Plastics, 4. Textile Recycling, 5. Covid-Related Was Mitigation Subcommittee.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Zero_Waste_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Tuesday, April 27, 2021
City Council Regular Meeting at 6 pm,
Council Joint powers Financing Authority Special Meeting at 5:45 pm for refinancing of 2010 Certificate of Participation issued to finance Animal Shelter Project
Email: [email protected] and [email protected]
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82895393673
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 828 9539 3673
AGENDA: CONSENT: 1. Urgency Ordinance lease 742 Grayson for 11 months, 2. Dorothy Day to operate shelter at 742 Grayson, 3. Appointment of Jordon Klein as Director of Planning and Development annual salary $194,765, 8. Contract add $60,000 total $120,000 with Edgeworth Integration for additional security cameras at waterfront, 10. Contract $540,000 with Raimi + Associates for professional planning services for the 2023 – 2031 Housing Element Update (RHNA), 11. Contract $4,296,733 with Bay Cities Paving & Grading, Inc for street rehabilitation FY 2021, 14. Contract add $50,000 total $920,304 with Downtown Streets Team for services around encampments and neighborhoods, 15. Contract $2,000,000with California Constructores for Sidewalk Repairs FY 2020 16. Contract add $1,000,000 total $1,450,000 with Trip Stop Sidewalk Repair for sidewalk inspection and shaving, 17. Contract add $78,200 total $484,800 with Disability Access Consultants for ADA Transition Plan, 26. Taplin, Arreguin, Budget Referral remediation Ninth St Traffic Conditions adds six traffic circles, 27. Harrison, Request CalPERS Divest from Industrial Animal Protein and Factory Farming Companies and Invest in CA Local Plant-Based Food Economy, ACTION: 28. CM, Public Hearing Submission of PY2021 (FY2022) Annual Action Plan Allocations of Federal Funds (HUD) for community agencies, 29. CM, Refinancing 2010 Certificates originally issued to finance Animal Shelter Project, 30. CM, Issuance of $45,000,000 in General Obligation Bonds, Series B for Measure T1 (Facilities and Infrastructure Improvements), 31. CM, Reserve $40 million of Measure O bonds as part of the $53 million to achieve 35% affordable housing at the Ashby and North Berkeley BART sites and future Housing Funding Notices of Funding Availability (NOFA), reserve at least $13 million in future Affordable Housing Mitigation fees to cover balance of $53, million, refer to CM to investigate bond measure with goal of maximizing affordable housing (up to 100%), 32. Harrison, Bartlett, Taplin, Adopt Ordinance Regulating Police Acquisition and Use of Controlled Equipment, (use link for full list of agenda items)
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Wednesday, April 28, 2021
4x4 Joint Task Force Committee on Housing: Rent Board/City Council at 3 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/92083611523?pwd=cmxxdisxQkVudjZMYm5DT0xBOFpTUT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 920 8361 1523 Passcode: 050206
AGENDA: 5. Update Amendments to Short term Rental Ordinance, 6. Discuss Adoption of Affordable Housing Overlay for 100% Affordable Housing Developments, 8. Discuss AB 1079 (Land Trusts)
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/4x4_Committee_Homepage.aspx
Civic Arts Commission, 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86147520326
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 861 4752 0326
AGENDA: 6. Presentation Municipal Artists in Residence (Partnership between City of Berkeley and Kala Art Institute), 7. A) Approval Berkeley Art Works Project Grants, b) Draft Public Art Ordinance, c) Affordable Housing for Artists, d-f) budget
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CivicArtsCommissionHomepage/
Disaster and Fire Safety Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/92418441799
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 924 1844 1799
AGENDA: 3. Measure GG, Cost of Fully Funding Fire Dept to Minimal Staffing Levels, 5. Measure FF, 6. Berkeley Mutual Aid Presentation, 7. Report ADU, 8. Density Ordinance for Quadplexes and Berkeley Fire Code, 9. MOU Grizzly Peak, 10. Possible formation of a Berkeley Fire Safe Council, 11. Transfer Tax for Home Hardening.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Disaster_and_Fire_Safety_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Energy Commission at 5 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/92075725701
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 920 7572 5701
AGENDA: 7. Berkeley Existing Building Electrification Strategy, 8. Opt Up to R100
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Energy_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Police Review Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87070468124
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 870 7046 8124
AGENDA: 9. a. Update Police Accountability Board and Office of Director of Police Accountability, b. Policy 300 Use of Force, 10. B. Policy 606, Warrant Service, c. Discuss how PRC will conduct monitoring and assessment of BPD implementation of policy reforms as recommended by the Mayor’s Working Group on Fair and Impartial Policing.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Thursday, April 29, 2021
City Council Budget & Finance Committee at 10 am (note meeting may run until 2 pm),
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82363127293
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 823 6312 7293
AGENDA: Items 2-8 Department Budget Presentations: Public works, Parks, Recreation and Waterfront, IT, City Auditor, City Clerk, Office of Economic Development, Planning, (Budget Presentations are posted for Public Works, Parks and City Auditor)
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Budget___Finance.aspx
City Council Closed Session at 3 pm,
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89203024650
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 892 0302 4650
AGENDA: Conference with Labor Negotiators – Employee Organizations: IBEW, Local 1245, SEIU 1021 Community Services and Part-time Recreation Activity Leaders, Berkeley Fire Fighters Association Local 1227 I.A.F.F./Berkeley Chief Fire Officers Association Public Employees Union Local 1, Berkeley Police Associations, Service Employees Union, Local 1021 Maintenance and Clerical Chapters,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Ashby and North Berkeley BART Community Advisory Group (CAG) at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/92564086391?pwd=M0tDbEpyeC9BMVdxYm9ZeXcxaFFmQT09
Teleconference: 1-669-9900-6833 Meeting ID: 925 6408 6391 Passcode: 254 963
AGENDA: no agenda posted
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/bartplanning/
Reimagining Public Safety Task Force at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81585065097
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 815 8506 5097
AGENDA: 1. Community Survey Discussion, 2. Calls for Service Analysis - Auditor, 3. Calls for Service Analysis Framework – NICJR, 4. New and Emerging Models of Community Safety Report (NICJR and team)
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/RIPST.aspx
Friday, April 30, 2021 & Saturday, May 1, 2021 & Sunday, May 2, 2021
No City meetings or events found
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
2421 Fifth Street (construct two residential buildings) 6/1/2021
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with End of Appeal Period
190 Alvarado 5/4/2021
1205 Cornell 5/4/2021
1428 Delaware 5/4/2021
2801 Dohr 4/29/2021
1918 Grant 4/29/2021
1402 Hawthorne 4/29/2021
1205 Peralta 4/27/2021
2943 Pine 4/27/2021
1836 Thousand Oaks 5/4/2021
1175 University 4/27/2021
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSESSIONS
May 18 – 1. Systems Realignment 2. Affordable Housing Policy Reform (tentative)
July 20 – 1. Bayer Development Agreement (tentative), Measure FF/Fire Prevention
September 21 – 1. Housing Element (RHNA)
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Berkeley Police Department Hiring Practices (referred by Public Safety Committee)
Update Zero Waste Priorities
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Worth Noting:
Even though I’ve tried to narrow the list of agenda items to those of the most interest, the Agenda Committee on Monday and the city council meeting on Tuesday still take up a lot of space. To review the full agendas for any meeting use the links provided.
Monday: The Land Use Committee at 10 am has one agenda item TOPA, The Agenda Committee at 2:30 pm is reviewing the City Council May 11 agenda and may take up discussion of objective standards recommendations, The Zero Waste Commission is at 7 pm and #3 under discussion/action may tell us how much of non-bottle plastic recycling of 1-7 is “wishcycling.”
Tuesday: City Council regular meeting at 6 pm item 32 is the ordinance regulating police acquisition and use of controlled equipment. Since City Council ruled last week to no longer allow for the reading of public comments emailed during the council meeting, if you wish to comment on an agenda item you must send your email in advance to [email protected] in hope that each councilmember will get through their emails or you will need to hang on until the item comes up for comment.
Wednesday: Meetings start at 3 pm 4 x 4, 5 pm Energy Commission, 6 pm civic Arts Commission and 7 pm Disaster and Fire safety and the Police Review Commission. If the Police Review Commission uses Otter.ai for auto transcription again, it can be downloaded during the meeting.
Thursday: The Budget and Finance Committee at 10 am will be hearing the department budget presentations. Expect this meeting to run from 10 am – 2 pm. The Reimagining Public Safety Task Force meets at 6 pm. This meeting looks like a key meeting for the task force.
Future Events
Getting Off Gas in Berkeley’s Buildings (homes, offices, schools, businesses) Shape the Vision of All-Electric Future, May 4 at 7 pm register at http://electrifyberkeley.eventbrite.com
Sunday, April 25, 2021 - no city meetings, rain showers are predicted.
Monday, April 26, 2021
City Council Land Use, Housing & Economic Development Committee at 10:30 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86028752299
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 860 2875 2299
AGENDA: Special meeting only one item 1. Tenant Opportunity to Purchase Act (TOPA)
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Land_Use,_Housing___Economic_Development.aspx
Agenda and Rules Committee at 2:30 pm,
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88698899478
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 886 9889 9478
AGENDA: 2. Agenda Planning for 5/11/2021 Regular City Council meeting CONSENT: 13. Amend 1956 Maintenance Agreement with Caltrans – transfer two portions of City’s right of way on Gilman to Caltrans, 14. Audit Report: Data Analysis of City of Berkeley’s Police Response, 15. Arreguin – Support AB 550 Speed Safety cameras and request Berkeley be included as one of the pilot cities, 16. Arreguin - AB 43 Safe Streets gives cities flexibility in reducing speed limits, 19. Taplin – Resolution in support of Green New Deal for Cities 2021, 20. Taplin – Budget Referral Traffic Calming at Ashby & California, Sacramento & Channing, Cedar & 9th, 6th & Channing, Sacramento & Russell, Channing & San Pablo, 21. Harrison – Support Roadmap Home 2030 Plan (Home 2030 funders include Chan Zuckerberg Initiative), 22. Hahn, Harrison, Arreguin – Support AB 1289 Smart Climate Agriculture and AB 558 CA School Plant-based Food and Beverage Program, 23. Wengraf – Oppose (unless amended) SB-9, 24. Wengraf, Kesarwani – Support SB-15 rezone idle retail sites to allow for affordable housing, ACTION: 28.Arreguin - Amending COVID-19 Emergency Response Ordinance Relating to Commercial Leases, 29. Arreguin – Resolution committing to the C40 race to Zero www.citiesracetozero.org (page 386 in packet) Berkeley to be carbon neutral/net zero by 2045 – global warming was 0.8°C in 2018 and ≈1.2°C in 2020 major action needed worldwide to stay at or below global warming of 1.5°C, 30. Kesarwani – Referral to CM to streamline ADU Permit Review and Approval, Recommends development of universal checklist with construction requirements, up-to-date state and local regulations, relevant fees, inspections, other requirements, to consider development of free ADU designs to download, 31. Harrison, Arreguin – Establish Pilot Climate Equity Action Fund to Assist Low-Income Residents (AMI at or below 50% AMI) with Transition to Zero-Carbon Transportation and Buildings, Referred Items: 8. Impact COVID-19 on Legislative Bodies, 9. Systems Realignment Proposal, Council Referrals to Agenda & Rules Committee: 3. Objective Standards Recommendations for Density, Design and Shadows.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board Budget and Personnel Committee at 8:30 am
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/97760792894?pwd~WHJtY0NNYzNCTDNNaFFpZWtKc0FBUT09
Teleconference: 1-408-638-0968 Meeting ID: 977 6079 2894 Passcode: 607052
AGENDA: 4. Update, Discussion, Possible Action on Measure MM.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Children, Youth and Recreation Commission at 7 – 9 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/97142373804
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 971 4237 3804
AGENDA: 8. Vision 2020: Report on Pandemic Programming, 9. FY22 Budget, 10. COVID related Program changes.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Children_Youth_and_Recreation_Commission/
Civic Arts Commission Policy subcommittee, 5 pm
Videoconfereace: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86523856998
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 865 2385 6998
AGENDA: 4. a) Affordable Housing for Artists, b) Draft Public Art Ordinance, c) Budget referral requests grant funds.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CivicArtsCommissionHomepage/
Zero Waste Commission, 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/s/82587046286
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 825 8704 6286
AGENDA: Discussion and Action Items: 1. Deconstruction Presentation, 3. Mixed Non-bottle #1-7 Plastics, 4. Textile Recycling, 5. Covid-Related Was Mitigation Subcommittee.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Zero_Waste_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Tuesday, April 27, 2021
City Council Regular Meeting at 6 pm,
Council Joint powers Financing Authority Special Meeting at 5:45 pm for refinancing of 2010 Certificate of Participation issued to finance Animal Shelter Project
Email: [email protected] and [email protected]
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82895393673
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 828 9539 3673
AGENDA: CONSENT: 1. Urgency Ordinance lease 742 Grayson for 11 months, 2. Dorothy Day to operate shelter at 742 Grayson, 3. Appointment of Jordon Klein as Director of Planning and Development annual salary $194,765, 8. Contract add $60,000 total $120,000 with Edgeworth Integration for additional security cameras at waterfront, 10. Contract $540,000 with Raimi + Associates for professional planning services for the 2023 – 2031 Housing Element Update (RHNA), 11. Contract $4,296,733 with Bay Cities Paving & Grading, Inc for street rehabilitation FY 2021, 14. Contract add $50,000 total $920,304 with Downtown Streets Team for services around encampments and neighborhoods, 15. Contract $2,000,000with California Constructores for Sidewalk Repairs FY 2020 16. Contract add $1,000,000 total $1,450,000 with Trip Stop Sidewalk Repair for sidewalk inspection and shaving, 17. Contract add $78,200 total $484,800 with Disability Access Consultants for ADA Transition Plan, 26. Taplin, Arreguin, Budget Referral remediation Ninth St Traffic Conditions adds six traffic circles, 27. Harrison, Request CalPERS Divest from Industrial Animal Protein and Factory Farming Companies and Invest in CA Local Plant-Based Food Economy, ACTION: 28. CM, Public Hearing Submission of PY2021 (FY2022) Annual Action Plan Allocations of Federal Funds (HUD) for community agencies, 29. CM, Refinancing 2010 Certificates originally issued to finance Animal Shelter Project, 30. CM, Issuance of $45,000,000 in General Obligation Bonds, Series B for Measure T1 (Facilities and Infrastructure Improvements), 31. CM, Reserve $40 million of Measure O bonds as part of the $53 million to achieve 35% affordable housing at the Ashby and North Berkeley BART sites and future Housing Funding Notices of Funding Availability (NOFA), reserve at least $13 million in future Affordable Housing Mitigation fees to cover balance of $53, million, refer to CM to investigate bond measure with goal of maximizing affordable housing (up to 100%), 32. Harrison, Bartlett, Taplin, Adopt Ordinance Regulating Police Acquisition and Use of Controlled Equipment, (use link for full list of agenda items)
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Wednesday, April 28, 2021
4x4 Joint Task Force Committee on Housing: Rent Board/City Council at 3 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/92083611523?pwd=cmxxdisxQkVudjZMYm5DT0xBOFpTUT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 920 8361 1523 Passcode: 050206
AGENDA: 5. Update Amendments to Short term Rental Ordinance, 6. Discuss Adoption of Affordable Housing Overlay for 100% Affordable Housing Developments, 8. Discuss AB 1079 (Land Trusts)
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/4x4_Committee_Homepage.aspx
Civic Arts Commission, 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86147520326
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 861 4752 0326
AGENDA: 6. Presentation Municipal Artists in Residence (Partnership between City of Berkeley and Kala Art Institute), 7. A) Approval Berkeley Art Works Project Grants, b) Draft Public Art Ordinance, c) Affordable Housing for Artists, d-f) budget
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CivicArtsCommissionHomepage/
Disaster and Fire Safety Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/92418441799
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 924 1844 1799
AGENDA: 3. Measure GG, Cost of Fully Funding Fire Dept to Minimal Staffing Levels, 5. Measure FF, 6. Berkeley Mutual Aid Presentation, 7. Report ADU, 8. Density Ordinance for Quadplexes and Berkeley Fire Code, 9. MOU Grizzly Peak, 10. Possible formation of a Berkeley Fire Safe Council, 11. Transfer Tax for Home Hardening.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Disaster_and_Fire_Safety_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Energy Commission at 5 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/92075725701
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 920 7572 5701
AGENDA: 7. Berkeley Existing Building Electrification Strategy, 8. Opt Up to R100
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Energy_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Police Review Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87070468124
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 870 7046 8124
AGENDA: 9. a. Update Police Accountability Board and Office of Director of Police Accountability, b. Policy 300 Use of Force, 10. B. Policy 606, Warrant Service, c. Discuss how PRC will conduct monitoring and assessment of BPD implementation of policy reforms as recommended by the Mayor’s Working Group on Fair and Impartial Policing.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Thursday, April 29, 2021
City Council Budget & Finance Committee at 10 am (note meeting may run until 2 pm),
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82363127293
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 823 6312 7293
AGENDA: Items 2-8 Department Budget Presentations: Public works, Parks, Recreation and Waterfront, IT, City Auditor, City Clerk, Office of Economic Development, Planning, (Budget Presentations are posted for Public Works, Parks and City Auditor)
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Budget___Finance.aspx
City Council Closed Session at 3 pm,
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89203024650
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 892 0302 4650
AGENDA: Conference with Labor Negotiators – Employee Organizations: IBEW, Local 1245, SEIU 1021 Community Services and Part-time Recreation Activity Leaders, Berkeley Fire Fighters Association Local 1227 I.A.F.F./Berkeley Chief Fire Officers Association Public Employees Union Local 1, Berkeley Police Associations, Service Employees Union, Local 1021 Maintenance and Clerical Chapters,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Ashby and North Berkeley BART Community Advisory Group (CAG) at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/92564086391?pwd=M0tDbEpyeC9BMVdxYm9ZeXcxaFFmQT09
Teleconference: 1-669-9900-6833 Meeting ID: 925 6408 6391 Passcode: 254 963
AGENDA: no agenda posted
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/bartplanning/
Reimagining Public Safety Task Force at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81585065097
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 815 8506 5097
AGENDA: 1. Community Survey Discussion, 2. Calls for Service Analysis - Auditor, 3. Calls for Service Analysis Framework – NICJR, 4. New and Emerging Models of Community Safety Report (NICJR and team)
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/RIPST.aspx
Friday, April 30, 2021 & Saturday, May 1, 2021 & Sunday, May 2, 2021
No City meetings or events found
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
2421 Fifth Street (construct two residential buildings) 6/1/2021
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with End of Appeal Period
190 Alvarado 5/4/2021
1205 Cornell 5/4/2021
1428 Delaware 5/4/2021
2801 Dohr 4/29/2021
1918 Grant 4/29/2021
1402 Hawthorne 4/29/2021
1205 Peralta 4/27/2021
2943 Pine 4/27/2021
1836 Thousand Oaks 5/4/2021
1175 University 4/27/2021
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSESSIONS
May 18 – 1. Systems Realignment 2. Affordable Housing Policy Reform (tentative)
July 20 – 1. Bayer Development Agreement (tentative), Measure FF/Fire Prevention
September 21 – 1. Housing Element (RHNA)
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Berkeley Police Department Hiring Practices (referred by Public Safety Committee)
Update Zero Waste Priorities
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
April 18 - April 25, 2021
Worth Noting:
Wednesday, April 21 at 5 pm is the deadline for responding to UC Berkeley’s Long Rang Development Plan – Draft EIR (Environmental Impact Report) https://lrdp.berkeley.edu/environmental-review
Monday – COVID-19 Town Hall is at 6 pm with Mayor Arreguin (it will be recorded if you miss it).
Website for vaccine appointments https://myturn.ca.gov/
Tuesday – City Council regular is at meeting 6 pm.
Wednesday – Facilities, Infrastructure Committee meets at 2:30 pm, paving is on the agenda
Thursday – Budget and Finance committee meets at 10 am.
Future Events
April 27 City Council Regular meeting is available for comment..
Getting Off Gas in Berkeley’s Buildings (homes, offices, schools, businesses) Shape the Vision of All-Electric Future, May 4 at 7 pm register at http://electrifyberkeley.eventbrite.com
Sunday, April 18, 2021 - No City meetings or events found
Monday, April 19, 2021
Town Hall on COVID-19 with Mayor Arreguin at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://www.jessearreguin.com/
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 822 4238 0739 Passcode: 382017
AGENDA: send in questions by 3 pm https://www.jessearreguin.com/ all questions must be submitted in advance.
Tuesday, April 20, 2021
City Council Regular Meeting at 6 pm
The Special City Meeting at 5:30 pm to appoint Farimah Faiz Brown as City Attorney uses the same videoconference and teleconference links as the 6 pm meeting.
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84640742374
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 846 4074 2374
AGENDA: Recess item: 2. Contract add $250,000 total $2,495,726 for Police Substation at 841 Folger/3000 7th St, CONSENT: 4. T1 Loan $1,500,000 to complete Phase1 projects, 6. Contact add $25,000 total $74,000 and extend thru FY2024 with Freitas Landscaping at Dona Spring Animal Shelter, 7. Contract add $110,000 total $231,600 and extend 6/30/2026 with Koefran Industries for Animal Disposal Services, 8. Add $4800 with Orsolya Kuti, DVM to provide free spay and neuter surgeries to pets of low/no income and homeless persons and authorize receipt of $40,000 in donations, 9. Add $9,936 total $219,936 for public art commission at San Pablo Park, 10. Approve (unspecified) bid solicitations $1,581,000, 11. Predevelopment affordable housing funding 2024 Ashby $1,198,960 and 1708 Harmon $1,056,400, 13. Receive grants for Shelter Plus Care Program Renewal HUD $4,124,485 6/1/2021-1/1/2022, COACH Project $2,411,026 1/1/20222-12/31/2022, and Co. of Alameda for tenant-based rental assistance $881,046 3/1/2021-2/28/2022, 14. Contract add $160,562 total $6,066,230 with Mar Con Builders for Live Oak Community Center Seismic Upgrade, 15. Contract add $125,000 total $2,094,056 with Suarez and Munoz Construction Inc for San Pablo Park Playground and Tennis Court Renovation, 16. Contract $542,032 plus 20% contingency $108,406 total $650,438 with ERA Construction for King School Play Area at 1700 Hopkins, 17. Contract $5,369,727 plus 15% contingency $805,459 total $6,175,186 with O.C. Jones & Sons for Berkeley Marina Roadway, 18. Grant application accept any amount up to $8,000,000 CA Proposition 68 Statewide Parks Program for selected Santa Fe Right-of-Way parcels, 19. From Homeless Commission Refer to City Manager including Homeless Persons in hate crime reporting, 20. From Housing Advisory Commission Refer to City Manager release a Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA) of Measure O Bond funds allowing tenant incomes up to 120% of AMI reserve $15,432,000 for 2001 Ashby, 21. Authorize CM to amend contract with Badawi & Assoc to perform audits of City’s financial statements for FY 2021, 2022 and include T1 adding $372,660, 22. Refer to budget process from Taplin, Arreguin remediation for plan for Lawn Bowling Green at 2270 Acton and 1324 Allston (North Bowling Green at 1324 Allston contains elevated pesticides and metals and is protected from development under Measure L), 23. Taplin Support AB1401 eliminate parking requirements for housing and commercial buildings near transit, 24. Taplin Support SB 519 decriminalize controlled substances, 25. Taplin, Bartlett, Harrison Urge AC Transit to Restore 80-Ashby/6th Street bus line, 26. Bartlett Support AB 816 State and Local Agencies: Homelessness Plan, 27. Bartlett, Taplin, Harrison oppose FAA proposal to shift WNDSR Commercial Airliner Flight Corridor Directly over residential neighborhoods in Berkeley, Richmond, El Cerrito and Albany, 28. Harrison, Robinson Support SB 271 Sheriff Democracy and Diversity Act to allow for more diverse and democratic sheriff elections, 29. Harrison support AB 1199 creates a database of rental properties serving low-income tenants and levies a tax on holders of multiple rental properties, ( in packet pages 119 -174 from Hahn and Harrison not in agenda revitalization of Solano Ave), 30. Budget Referral FY2022-FY2023: $300,000 Solano Ave Revitalization Plan, 31. Hahn Personal Liability Protection for small businesses impacted by COVID-19, 32. Robinson support AB 455 Bay Bridge designate transit-only traffic lanes, ACTION: 33. New temporary rules for Council committees during COVID-19 emergency, 34. Davila Request CA State Legislature to introduce actions to value human life and condemn racial injustice and police brutality – Health Council Committee recommends refer to Public Safety Committee and f/u on pending bills on police reform, 35. Kesarwani, Taplin refer to Planning commission to establish zoning overlay at Pacific Steel Casting Property to redesignate zoning as Manufacturing (M) to Mixed Use-Light Industrial (MULI), 37. Harrison refer to CM prioritize shift to electric bicycles and other forms of zero-emissions mobility, INFORMATION REPORTS: 38-41 Workplans from Civic Arts Commission, Community Health Commission Disaster and Fire Safety Commission and Measure O Oversight Committee.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Wednesday, April 21, 2021
City Council Facilities, Infrastructure, Transportation, Environment & Sustainability Committee at 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82959137560
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 829 5913 7560
AGENDA: 2. (Harrison) Potential Bonding and Funding for improving PCI (paving condition index) of residential streets and creating master plan, 3. (Harrison) Establish impact/mitigation fees to address disproportionate impact to public right of way (heavy trucks/vehicles chew up our streets), 4. (City manager) ask for delay to Amend BMC for reducing tax for electrification, energy efficiency and water conservation, 5. (Taplin) 15 mph speed limit at all early childhood education facilities, UNSCHEDULED ITEMS for future meetings: 6. (Harrison-Hahn) Regulate plastic bags, 7. (Taplin) Just Transition from Fossil Fuel Economy.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Facilities,_Infrastructure,_Transportation,_Environment,___Sustainability.aspx
Animal Care Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82150538692?pwd=V2pDbnhMTXZOMVZvVlZpRWxaUHZaUT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 857 4344 7842 Passcode: 725597
AGENDA: VI. a) Transition to plant based food only for City facilities that provide food to the public, b) Annual work plan, c) Covid related impact on Berkeley Animal Care Services, V. b) Creating pet friendly housing, VII. a) Monthly financials, b) Shelter budget,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Animal_Care_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board Outreach Committee at 5:30 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/97533782971?pwd=cDcwbi90eVJLNGZ0WGJocFNHT0lmUT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 975 3378 2971 Passcode: 078297
AGENDA: 5. Tenant Survey
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Human Welfare & Community Action Commission at 6:30 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/97245011849
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 972 4501 1849
AGENDA: 5. Public Hearing Agency Community Action Plan FY2022-2023, 6. FY Single Audit Report FY 2020, 7. CSBG 2021 Discretionary Funding, 8. Review City of Berkeley Agency Program and Financial Reports
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Human_Welfare_and_Community_Action_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Thursday, April 22, 2021 – Earth Day
City Council Budget & Finance Committee at 10 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82433984748
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 824 3398 4748
AGENDA: Department Budget Presentations 2. Health, Housing & Community services, 3. Public Works, 4. Parks, Recreation & Waterfront, Police Department, UNSCHEDULED ITEMS for future meetings: 6. Predevelopment allocation ARCH, 7. Proposal to allocate revenues generated by Transient Occupancy Tax (hotel tax) generated in waterfront to the Marina fund.
[email protected],
Mental Health Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/96361748103
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 963 6174 8103
AGENDA: 3. Presentation by Research Development Associates (RDA) on Results Based Accountability and evaluation for the Division of Mental Health, 4. Update Specialized Care Unit, Update Reimagining Public Safety Task Force, 6.d. PRIDE Program Update – LGBTQIA+ Transition Age Youth.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Mental_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Zoning Adjustment Board at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/97790280207
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 977 9028 0207
AGENDA: 2. 1333 Sixth Street – new – 1-story existing industrial building change use of less than 25% of 17,220 from material recovery enterprise to auto repair and service, located in newly established new tenant space (MU-LI – mixed use light industrial district zoning)
3. 55 (0) Latham Lane – new – Construct 2,905 sq ft 2-story single family dwelling, ave height 22’ 10” on 9,755 sq ft vacant lot, Zoning: R-1(H) Hillside overlay - fire zone 2
65 (0) Latham Lane – new – Construct 3,344 sq ft 2-story single family dwelling, ave height 26’ 3” on 8,347 sq ft vacant lot, Zoning: R-1(H) Hillside overlay - fire zone 2
75 (0) Latham Lane – new – Construct 3,140 sq ft 2-story single family dwelling, ave height 22’ 3” on 7,913 sq ft vacant lot, Zoning: R-1(H) Hillside overlay - fire zone 2
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
Friday, April 23, 2021 & Saturday, April 24, 2021 & Sunday, April 25, 2021 - No City meetings or events found,
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April 27, City Council Regular meeting, 6 pm, available for comment
Email comments to [email protected]
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82895393673
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 828 9539 3673
CONSENT: 1. Urgency Ordinance lease 742 Grayson for 11 months, 2. Dorothy Day to operate shelter at 742 Grayson, 3. Appointment of Jordon Klein as Director of Planning and Development annual salary $194,765, 4. Extend contract to 6/30/2023 with Michael Brady Emergency Management Training, 5. Donation surplus fire apparatus, 6. Contract add $245,700 and extend 3 years FY 2022, FY2023 with Rebuilding Together East Bay-North, 7. Contract add $180,100 total $230,000 1/7/2019-6/30/2022 with Cyber Leadership and Strategy Solutions, LLC for professional services, 8. Contract add $60,000 total $120,000 with Edgeworth Integration for additional security cameras at waterfront, 9. Contract add $110,000 total $240,000 with Bellingham Inc. for additional finger dock repairs, 10. Contract $540,000 with Raimi + Associates for professional planning services for the 2023 – 2031 Housing Element Update (RHNA), 11. Contract $4,296,733 with Bay Cities Paving & Grading, Inc for street rehabilitation FY 2021, 12. PO $465,000 for one CCTV Sewer Camera Truck, 13. PO $390,000 plus up-fitting costs $120,000 total $510,000 for eight hybrid Ford Interceptor Utility Hybrid SUVs, 14. Contract add $50,000 total $920,304 with Downtown Streets Team for services around encampments and neighborhoods, 15. Contract $2,000,000with California Constructores for Sidewalk Repairs FY 2020 16. Contract add $1,000,000 total $1,450,000 with Trip Stop Sidewalk Repair for sidewalk inspection and shaving, 17. Contract add $78,200 total $484,800 with Disability Access Consultants for ADA Transition Plan, 18. Approve list of projects to utilize State Road and Maintenance Rehabilitation Account (RMRA) Funds, 19. Contract for parking data collection, community outreach with Nelson/Nygaard for goBerkeley Residential Shared Parking Pilot, 20. Contract add $100,000 total $3,156,900 with D.L. Falk Construction for renovations at Central Library, 21. Vision Zero Annual Report and BerkDOT Berkeley Department of Transportation, 22. Contract add $350,000 total $8,670,400 with D.L. Falk Construction for renovation/upgrade at N. Berkeley Senior Center, 23. Lease Agreement 2010 Addison at Center St Garage with Vito Loconte and Alexie LeCount DBA Lexie’s Frozen Custard for 10 yr w/5 yr lease extension and $9,331.23 to Colliers International for commercial brokerage fees for locating tenant, 24. Arreguin, Assessing City’s Bonding Capacity Referral to CM, 25. Taplin, support AB-490 (use of force policies to prohibit techniques and transport methods with substantial risk of positional asphyxia. 26. Taplin, Arreguin, Budget Referral remediation Ninth St Traffic Conditions adds six traffic circles, 27. Harrison, Request CalPERS Divest from Industrial Animal Protein and Factory Farming Companies and Invest in CA Local Plant-Based Food Economy, ACTION: 28. CM, Public Hearing Submission of PY2021 (FY2022) Annual Action Plan Allocations of Federal Funds (HUD) for community agencies, 29. CM, Refinancing 2010 Certificates originally issued to finance Animal Shelter Project, 30. CM, Issuance of $45,000,000 in General Obligation Bonds, Series B for Measure T1 (Facilities and Infrastructure Improvements), 31. CM, Reserve $40 million of Measure O bonds as part of the $53 million to achieve 35% affordable housing at the Ashby and North Berkeley BART sites and future Housing Funding Notices of Funding Availability (NOFA), reserve at least $13 million in future Affordable Housing Mitigation fees to cover balance of $53, million, refer to CM to investigate bond measure with goal of maximizing affordable housing (up to 100%), 32. Harrison, Bartlett, Taplin, Adopt Ordinance Regulating Police Acquisition and Use of Controlled Equipment, 33. Information Reports: Zero Waste Commission Workplan.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
2421 Fifth Street (construct two residential buildings) 6/1/2021
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with End of Appeal Period
190 Alvarado 5/4/2021
905 Contra Costa 4/20/2021
1205 Cornell 5/4/2021
1428 Delaware 5/4/2021
2801 Dohr 4/29/2021
1918 Grant 4/29/2021
1402 Hawthorne 4/29/2021
1205 Peralta 4/27/2021
2943 Pine 4/27/2021
1836 Thousand Oaks 5/4/2021
1175 University 4/27/2021
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSESSIONS
May 18 – 1. Systems Realignment 3. Affordable Housing Policy Reform (tentative)
July 20 – 1. Bayer Development Agreement (tentative), Measure FF/Fire Prevention
September 21 – 1. Housing Element (RHNA)
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Berkeley Police Department Hiring Practices (referred by Public Safety Committee)
Update Zero Waste Priorities
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Worth Noting:
Wednesday, April 21 at 5 pm is the deadline for responding to UC Berkeley’s Long Rang Development Plan – Draft EIR (Environmental Impact Report) https://lrdp.berkeley.edu/environmental-review
Monday – COVID-19 Town Hall is at 6 pm with Mayor Arreguin (it will be recorded if you miss it).
Website for vaccine appointments https://myturn.ca.gov/
Tuesday – City Council regular is at meeting 6 pm.
Wednesday – Facilities, Infrastructure Committee meets at 2:30 pm, paving is on the agenda
Thursday – Budget and Finance committee meets at 10 am.
Future Events
April 27 City Council Regular meeting is available for comment..
Getting Off Gas in Berkeley’s Buildings (homes, offices, schools, businesses) Shape the Vision of All-Electric Future, May 4 at 7 pm register at http://electrifyberkeley.eventbrite.com
Sunday, April 18, 2021 - No City meetings or events found
Monday, April 19, 2021
Town Hall on COVID-19 with Mayor Arreguin at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://www.jessearreguin.com/
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 822 4238 0739 Passcode: 382017
AGENDA: send in questions by 3 pm https://www.jessearreguin.com/ all questions must be submitted in advance.
Tuesday, April 20, 2021
City Council Regular Meeting at 6 pm
The Special City Meeting at 5:30 pm to appoint Farimah Faiz Brown as City Attorney uses the same videoconference and teleconference links as the 6 pm meeting.
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84640742374
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 846 4074 2374
AGENDA: Recess item: 2. Contract add $250,000 total $2,495,726 for Police Substation at 841 Folger/3000 7th St, CONSENT: 4. T1 Loan $1,500,000 to complete Phase1 projects, 6. Contact add $25,000 total $74,000 and extend thru FY2024 with Freitas Landscaping at Dona Spring Animal Shelter, 7. Contract add $110,000 total $231,600 and extend 6/30/2026 with Koefran Industries for Animal Disposal Services, 8. Add $4800 with Orsolya Kuti, DVM to provide free spay and neuter surgeries to pets of low/no income and homeless persons and authorize receipt of $40,000 in donations, 9. Add $9,936 total $219,936 for public art commission at San Pablo Park, 10. Approve (unspecified) bid solicitations $1,581,000, 11. Predevelopment affordable housing funding 2024 Ashby $1,198,960 and 1708 Harmon $1,056,400, 13. Receive grants for Shelter Plus Care Program Renewal HUD $4,124,485 6/1/2021-1/1/2022, COACH Project $2,411,026 1/1/20222-12/31/2022, and Co. of Alameda for tenant-based rental assistance $881,046 3/1/2021-2/28/2022, 14. Contract add $160,562 total $6,066,230 with Mar Con Builders for Live Oak Community Center Seismic Upgrade, 15. Contract add $125,000 total $2,094,056 with Suarez and Munoz Construction Inc for San Pablo Park Playground and Tennis Court Renovation, 16. Contract $542,032 plus 20% contingency $108,406 total $650,438 with ERA Construction for King School Play Area at 1700 Hopkins, 17. Contract $5,369,727 plus 15% contingency $805,459 total $6,175,186 with O.C. Jones & Sons for Berkeley Marina Roadway, 18. Grant application accept any amount up to $8,000,000 CA Proposition 68 Statewide Parks Program for selected Santa Fe Right-of-Way parcels, 19. From Homeless Commission Refer to City Manager including Homeless Persons in hate crime reporting, 20. From Housing Advisory Commission Refer to City Manager release a Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA) of Measure O Bond funds allowing tenant incomes up to 120% of AMI reserve $15,432,000 for 2001 Ashby, 21. Authorize CM to amend contract with Badawi & Assoc to perform audits of City’s financial statements for FY 2021, 2022 and include T1 adding $372,660, 22. Refer to budget process from Taplin, Arreguin remediation for plan for Lawn Bowling Green at 2270 Acton and 1324 Allston (North Bowling Green at 1324 Allston contains elevated pesticides and metals and is protected from development under Measure L), 23. Taplin Support AB1401 eliminate parking requirements for housing and commercial buildings near transit, 24. Taplin Support SB 519 decriminalize controlled substances, 25. Taplin, Bartlett, Harrison Urge AC Transit to Restore 80-Ashby/6th Street bus line, 26. Bartlett Support AB 816 State and Local Agencies: Homelessness Plan, 27. Bartlett, Taplin, Harrison oppose FAA proposal to shift WNDSR Commercial Airliner Flight Corridor Directly over residential neighborhoods in Berkeley, Richmond, El Cerrito and Albany, 28. Harrison, Robinson Support SB 271 Sheriff Democracy and Diversity Act to allow for more diverse and democratic sheriff elections, 29. Harrison support AB 1199 creates a database of rental properties serving low-income tenants and levies a tax on holders of multiple rental properties, ( in packet pages 119 -174 from Hahn and Harrison not in agenda revitalization of Solano Ave), 30. Budget Referral FY2022-FY2023: $300,000 Solano Ave Revitalization Plan, 31. Hahn Personal Liability Protection for small businesses impacted by COVID-19, 32. Robinson support AB 455 Bay Bridge designate transit-only traffic lanes, ACTION: 33. New temporary rules for Council committees during COVID-19 emergency, 34. Davila Request CA State Legislature to introduce actions to value human life and condemn racial injustice and police brutality – Health Council Committee recommends refer to Public Safety Committee and f/u on pending bills on police reform, 35. Kesarwani, Taplin refer to Planning commission to establish zoning overlay at Pacific Steel Casting Property to redesignate zoning as Manufacturing (M) to Mixed Use-Light Industrial (MULI), 37. Harrison refer to CM prioritize shift to electric bicycles and other forms of zero-emissions mobility, INFORMATION REPORTS: 38-41 Workplans from Civic Arts Commission, Community Health Commission Disaster and Fire Safety Commission and Measure O Oversight Committee.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Wednesday, April 21, 2021
City Council Facilities, Infrastructure, Transportation, Environment & Sustainability Committee at 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82959137560
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 829 5913 7560
AGENDA: 2. (Harrison) Potential Bonding and Funding for improving PCI (paving condition index) of residential streets and creating master plan, 3. (Harrison) Establish impact/mitigation fees to address disproportionate impact to public right of way (heavy trucks/vehicles chew up our streets), 4. (City manager) ask for delay to Amend BMC for reducing tax for electrification, energy efficiency and water conservation, 5. (Taplin) 15 mph speed limit at all early childhood education facilities, UNSCHEDULED ITEMS for future meetings: 6. (Harrison-Hahn) Regulate plastic bags, 7. (Taplin) Just Transition from Fossil Fuel Economy.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Facilities,_Infrastructure,_Transportation,_Environment,___Sustainability.aspx
Animal Care Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82150538692?pwd=V2pDbnhMTXZOMVZvVlZpRWxaUHZaUT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 857 4344 7842 Passcode: 725597
AGENDA: VI. a) Transition to plant based food only for City facilities that provide food to the public, b) Annual work plan, c) Covid related impact on Berkeley Animal Care Services, V. b) Creating pet friendly housing, VII. a) Monthly financials, b) Shelter budget,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Animal_Care_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board Outreach Committee at 5:30 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/97533782971?pwd=cDcwbi90eVJLNGZ0WGJocFNHT0lmUT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 975 3378 2971 Passcode: 078297
AGENDA: 5. Tenant Survey
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Human Welfare & Community Action Commission at 6:30 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/97245011849
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 972 4501 1849
AGENDA: 5. Public Hearing Agency Community Action Plan FY2022-2023, 6. FY Single Audit Report FY 2020, 7. CSBG 2021 Discretionary Funding, 8. Review City of Berkeley Agency Program and Financial Reports
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Human_Welfare_and_Community_Action_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Thursday, April 22, 2021 – Earth Day
City Council Budget & Finance Committee at 10 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82433984748
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 824 3398 4748
AGENDA: Department Budget Presentations 2. Health, Housing & Community services, 3. Public Works, 4. Parks, Recreation & Waterfront, Police Department, UNSCHEDULED ITEMS for future meetings: 6. Predevelopment allocation ARCH, 7. Proposal to allocate revenues generated by Transient Occupancy Tax (hotel tax) generated in waterfront to the Marina fund.
[email protected],
Mental Health Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/96361748103
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 963 6174 8103
AGENDA: 3. Presentation by Research Development Associates (RDA) on Results Based Accountability and evaluation for the Division of Mental Health, 4. Update Specialized Care Unit, Update Reimagining Public Safety Task Force, 6.d. PRIDE Program Update – LGBTQIA+ Transition Age Youth.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Mental_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Zoning Adjustment Board at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/97790280207
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 977 9028 0207
AGENDA: 2. 1333 Sixth Street – new – 1-story existing industrial building change use of less than 25% of 17,220 from material recovery enterprise to auto repair and service, located in newly established new tenant space (MU-LI – mixed use light industrial district zoning)
3. 55 (0) Latham Lane – new – Construct 2,905 sq ft 2-story single family dwelling, ave height 22’ 10” on 9,755 sq ft vacant lot, Zoning: R-1(H) Hillside overlay - fire zone 2
65 (0) Latham Lane – new – Construct 3,344 sq ft 2-story single family dwelling, ave height 26’ 3” on 8,347 sq ft vacant lot, Zoning: R-1(H) Hillside overlay - fire zone 2
75 (0) Latham Lane – new – Construct 3,140 sq ft 2-story single family dwelling, ave height 22’ 3” on 7,913 sq ft vacant lot, Zoning: R-1(H) Hillside overlay - fire zone 2
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
Friday, April 23, 2021 & Saturday, April 24, 2021 & Sunday, April 25, 2021 - No City meetings or events found,
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April 27, City Council Regular meeting, 6 pm, available for comment
Email comments to [email protected]
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82895393673
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 828 9539 3673
CONSENT: 1. Urgency Ordinance lease 742 Grayson for 11 months, 2. Dorothy Day to operate shelter at 742 Grayson, 3. Appointment of Jordon Klein as Director of Planning and Development annual salary $194,765, 4. Extend contract to 6/30/2023 with Michael Brady Emergency Management Training, 5. Donation surplus fire apparatus, 6. Contract add $245,700 and extend 3 years FY 2022, FY2023 with Rebuilding Together East Bay-North, 7. Contract add $180,100 total $230,000 1/7/2019-6/30/2022 with Cyber Leadership and Strategy Solutions, LLC for professional services, 8. Contract add $60,000 total $120,000 with Edgeworth Integration for additional security cameras at waterfront, 9. Contract add $110,000 total $240,000 with Bellingham Inc. for additional finger dock repairs, 10. Contract $540,000 with Raimi + Associates for professional planning services for the 2023 – 2031 Housing Element Update (RHNA), 11. Contract $4,296,733 with Bay Cities Paving & Grading, Inc for street rehabilitation FY 2021, 12. PO $465,000 for one CCTV Sewer Camera Truck, 13. PO $390,000 plus up-fitting costs $120,000 total $510,000 for eight hybrid Ford Interceptor Utility Hybrid SUVs, 14. Contract add $50,000 total $920,304 with Downtown Streets Team for services around encampments and neighborhoods, 15. Contract $2,000,000with California Constructores for Sidewalk Repairs FY 2020 16. Contract add $1,000,000 total $1,450,000 with Trip Stop Sidewalk Repair for sidewalk inspection and shaving, 17. Contract add $78,200 total $484,800 with Disability Access Consultants for ADA Transition Plan, 18. Approve list of projects to utilize State Road and Maintenance Rehabilitation Account (RMRA) Funds, 19. Contract for parking data collection, community outreach with Nelson/Nygaard for goBerkeley Residential Shared Parking Pilot, 20. Contract add $100,000 total $3,156,900 with D.L. Falk Construction for renovations at Central Library, 21. Vision Zero Annual Report and BerkDOT Berkeley Department of Transportation, 22. Contract add $350,000 total $8,670,400 with D.L. Falk Construction for renovation/upgrade at N. Berkeley Senior Center, 23. Lease Agreement 2010 Addison at Center St Garage with Vito Loconte and Alexie LeCount DBA Lexie’s Frozen Custard for 10 yr w/5 yr lease extension and $9,331.23 to Colliers International for commercial brokerage fees for locating tenant, 24. Arreguin, Assessing City’s Bonding Capacity Referral to CM, 25. Taplin, support AB-490 (use of force policies to prohibit techniques and transport methods with substantial risk of positional asphyxia. 26. Taplin, Arreguin, Budget Referral remediation Ninth St Traffic Conditions adds six traffic circles, 27. Harrison, Request CalPERS Divest from Industrial Animal Protein and Factory Farming Companies and Invest in CA Local Plant-Based Food Economy, ACTION: 28. CM, Public Hearing Submission of PY2021 (FY2022) Annual Action Plan Allocations of Federal Funds (HUD) for community agencies, 29. CM, Refinancing 2010 Certificates originally issued to finance Animal Shelter Project, 30. CM, Issuance of $45,000,000 in General Obligation Bonds, Series B for Measure T1 (Facilities and Infrastructure Improvements), 31. CM, Reserve $40 million of Measure O bonds as part of the $53 million to achieve 35% affordable housing at the Ashby and North Berkeley BART sites and future Housing Funding Notices of Funding Availability (NOFA), reserve at least $13 million in future Affordable Housing Mitigation fees to cover balance of $53, million, refer to CM to investigate bond measure with goal of maximizing affordable housing (up to 100%), 32. Harrison, Bartlett, Taplin, Adopt Ordinance Regulating Police Acquisition and Use of Controlled Equipment, 33. Information Reports: Zero Waste Commission Workplan.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
2421 Fifth Street (construct two residential buildings) 6/1/2021
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with End of Appeal Period
190 Alvarado 5/4/2021
905 Contra Costa 4/20/2021
1205 Cornell 5/4/2021
1428 Delaware 5/4/2021
2801 Dohr 4/29/2021
1918 Grant 4/29/2021
1402 Hawthorne 4/29/2021
1205 Peralta 4/27/2021
2943 Pine 4/27/2021
1836 Thousand Oaks 5/4/2021
1175 University 4/27/2021
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSESSIONS
May 18 – 1. Systems Realignment 3. Affordable Housing Policy Reform (tentative)
July 20 – 1. Bayer Development Agreement (tentative), Measure FF/Fire Prevention
September 21 – 1. Housing Element (RHNA)
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Berkeley Police Department Hiring Practices (referred by Public Safety Committee)
Update Zero Waste Priorities
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
April 11 - April 18, 2021
Worth Noting:
Monday – Agenda committee is meeting at 2:30 pm to plan the April 27 City Council regular meeting. There are a number of items of interest – too many to list in this header
Tuesday – The Special council meeting at 6 pm is on the UC Berkeley Long Range Development Plan (LRDP). Public response to the LRDP must be submitted to UC by 5 pm on April 21.
Wednesday – The Homeless Commission is discussing a proposal for a residential vacancy tax. The Parks and Waterfront Commission agenda includes refuse pick-up at the parks and fitness courts.
Thursday – The Budget process for FY2022 is starting at the Budget and Finance committee at 10 am. Thursday evening the Open Government Commission will consider the Brown Act complaint related to land use proceedings. The Transportation Commission will establish a subcommittee on access/parking at the BART stations – after housing is built at the BART stations there won’t be big parking lots anymore and a plan needs to be developed for how people who used to drive and park at BART will get to and from the stations in the future. Access/parking is not part of the BART CAG (Community Advisory Group)
The City Council April 20 regular meeting agenda is available for comment and follows the list of meetings.
Sunday, April 11, 2021
No City meetings or events found
Monday, April 12, 2021
Agenda and Rules Committee at 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87548147156
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 875 4814 7156
AGENDA Planning for April 27 regular city council meeting: CONSENT: 1. Urgency Ordinance lease 742 Grayson for 11 months, 2. Dorothy Day to operate shelter at 742 Grayson, 3. Appointment of Jordon Klein as Director of Planning and Development annual salary $194,765, 4. Extend contract to 6/30/2023 with Michael Brady Emergency Management Training, 5. Donation surplus fire apparatus, 6. Contract add $245,700 and extend 3 years FY 2022, FY2023 with Rebuilding Together East Bay-North, 7. Contract add $180,100 total $230,000 1/7/2019-6/30/2022 with Cyber Leadership and Strategy Solutions, LLC for professional services, 8. Contract add $60,000 total $120,000 with Edgeworth Integration for additional security cameras at waterfront, 9. Contract add $110,000 total $240,000 with Bellingham Inc. for additional finger dock repairs, 10. Contract $540,000 with Raimi + Associates for professional planning services for the 2023 – 2031 Housing Element Update (RHNA), 11. Contract $4,296,733 with Bay Cities Paving & Grading, Inc for street rehabilitation FY 2021, 12. PO $465,000 for one CCTV Sewer Camera Truck, 13. PO $390,000 plus up-fitting costs $120,000 total $510,000 for eight hybrid Ford Interceptor Utility Hybrid SUVs, 14. Contract add $50,000 total $920,304 with Downtown Streets Team for services around encampments and neighborhoods, 16. Contract add $1,000,000 total $1,450,000 with Trip Stop Sidewalk Repair for sidewalk inspection and shaving, 17. Contract add $78,200 total $484,800 with Disability Access Consultants for ADA Transition Plan, 18. Approve list of projects to utilize State Road and Maintenance Rehabilitation Account (RMRA) Funds, 19. Contract for parking data collection, community outreach with Nelson/Nygaard for goBerkeley Residential Shared Parking Pilot, 20. Contract add $100,000 total $3,156,900 with D.L. Falk Construction for renovations at Central Library, 21. Vision Zero Annual Report and BerkDOT Berkeley Department of Transportation, 22. Contract add $350,000 total $8,670,400 with D.L. Falk Construction for renovation/upgrade at N. Berkeley Senior Center, 23. Lease Agreement 2010 Addison at Center St Garage with Vito Loconte and Alexie LeCount DBA Lexie’s Frozen Custard for 10 yr w/5 yr lease extension and $9,331.23 to Colliers International for commercial brokerage fees for locating tenant, 24. Taplin support AB-490 (use of force policies to prohibit techniques and transport methods with substantial risk of positional asphyxia. 25. Taplin, Arreguin, Budget Referral remediation Ninth St Traffic Conditions adds six traffic circles, ACTION: 26. CM, Public Hearing Submission of PY2021 (FY2022) Annual Action Plan Allocations of Federal Funds (HUD) for community agencies, 27. CM, Refinancing 2010 Certificates originally issued to finance Animal Shelter Project, 28. CM, Issuance of $45,000,000 in General Obligation Bonds, Series B for Measure T1 (Facilities and Infrastructure Improvements), 29. CM, Reserve $40 million of Measure O bonds as part of the $53 million to achieve 35% affordable housing at the Ashby and North Berkeley BART sites and future Housing Funding Notices of Funding Availability (NOFA), reserve at least $13 million in future Affordable Housing Mitigation fees to cover balance of $53, million, refer to CM to investigate bond measure with goal of maximizing affordable housing (up to 100%), 30. Harrison, Bartlett, Taplin, Adopt Ordinance Regulating Police Acquisition and Use of Controlled Equipment, 31. Arreguin, Assessing City’s Bonding Capacity Referral to CM, 32. Harrison, Request CalPERS Divest from Industrial Animal Protein and Factory Farming Companies and Invest in CA Local Plant-Based Food Economy, Information Reports: Zero Waste Commission Workplan, Referred Items for Review: 8. COVID-19 impact on meetings (boards/commissions), 9. Systems Realignment (changing council submissions to budget cycle), Unscheduled Items: 10. Strengthening and Supporting Commissions.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
Personnel Board at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85334925816?pwd=enlvZkViL0pmeEVSQk5nOGRmeENRdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 853 3492 5816
AGENDA: V. Recommendation to Revise the Housing Inspector Supervisor Classification, VI. Adopt Program Manager I and II Classifications, VII. Establish Director of Police Accountability.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Personnel_Board_Homepage.aspx
Youth Commission at 5 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/92660674844
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 926 6067 4844
AGENDA: 13. Current work, 14. Trigger Warnings subcommittee discussion, 15. Student Advocate subcommittee, 16. Potential environmental projects, 17. Review and approval for Sex Education Survey and its distribution,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Youth_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Tuesday, April 13, 2021
City Council Special Meeting at 6 pm,
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85445489790
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 854 4548 9790
AGENDA: 1 item: UC Berkeley Long Range Development Plan (LRDP) Update and Housing Projects #1 Anchor House, Oxford, University, Walnut 16 stories, 14 above ground 770 student beds and #2 Peoples Park project housing for 1187 student and faculty, 125 beds for supportive housing. LRDP Comment Period ends April 21, 2021 at 5 pm, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Wednesday, April 14, 2021
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board MM Webinar at 10 am
Pre-register for links to webinar http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
AGENDA: Measure MM rent stabilization prohibiting evictions during state or local emergencies
Homeless Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/96645301465
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 966 4530 1465
AGENDA: 7. Enforce Berkeley source of income discrimination ordinance, 8. Proposal for Residential Vacancy Tax, 9. Unsheltered Homeless in downtown, 11. Pathways (homeless shelter) accessibility and pandemic response for disabled, 12. Accountability for vendors and NGOs that work for or with City, 13. Possible Homeless Ombudsman Position, 14. Participatory Planning for RHNA.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Homeless_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Parks and Waterfront Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/96974512296
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 969 7451 2296
AGENDA: 9. PRW Capital Budget FY2022, 10. Refuse cost at parks, 11. Update Adopt-a-spot, 12. Update Greening Berkeley, 13. Outdoor fitness courts grant, 14. Proposed Pier/Ferry
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Parks_and_Waterfront_Commission.aspx
Police Review Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87070468124
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 870 7046 8124
AGENDA: 9. Subcommittee reports, Warrant Service policy, Lexipol, 10. a. Update on transition to new Police Accountability Board, applications for Board members closed, b. Review BPD issues with Use of Force Policy (UOF), c. Whether commissioners to participate in UOF training 11. Whether commissioners may be allowed to observe police officers being trained
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Thursday, April 15, 2021
City Council Budget & Finance Committee at 10 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86368395448
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 863 6839 5448
AGENDA: 2. Bartlett, Arreguin, Taplin, Predevelopment Allocation, Ashby Recreation and Community Housing (ARCH) Consortium planning grant for Ashby BART East Parking Lot, 3. From Parks and Waterfront Commission, Proposal to Allocate Revenues from Transient Occupancy Tax from the Waterfront Area to the Marin Fund. 4. FY2022 Budget Calendar Update, 5. Fire Dept Budget Presentation, 6. Human Resources Dept Budget Presentation,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Budget___Finance.aspx
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/95480886658?pwd=SmJrc1QzdDczeDltaHhySWxndndVQT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 954 8088 6658 Passcode: 427413
AGENDA: 7. State Legislative Report and action to take positions on AB1199, AB854, AB1188
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Design Review Committee at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/98029280758
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 920 2928 0758
AGENDA: 1. 2352 Shattuck @ Channing – continued final review – demolish 2 existing commercial buildings, split lot in two, construct two 8-story mixed-use buildings with 204 units, (including 14 very low income units)
2. 2000 University @ Milvia – preliminary design review – demolish 2 commercial structure, construct new 8-story mixed-use building with 82 units and ground floor commercial
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/designreview/
Fair Campaign Practices Commission and Open Government Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89688058545
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 896 8805 8545
AGENDA: 6. Mandated Cost of Living Adjustments for Public Financing Program, 7. Developing policies allowing administrative closure of inactive campaign committees, 9. Handling of public communications submitted to city legislative bodies as part of public record in land use proceedings, 10. Brown Act and Open Government Ordinance complaints submitted by Shirley Dean related to City Council land use items.
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/FCPC/
Independent Redistricting Commission at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81495024968
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 814 9502 4968
AGENDA: 2. Training Communities of Interest and Public Engagement.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/redistricting/
Transportation Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86076822421
Teleconference: Meeting ID: 860 7682 2421
AGENDA: B.1. Dana Complete Streets 35% Design Plan, 2. Subcommittee Assignments – Form a subcommittee called the Berkeley-El Cerrito Corridor Access Plan (BECCAP) to plan how BART riders who will not live at the BART station projects (transit oriented development -TOD) get to and from BART, 3. TDA Funding for Bike Plan Update and Vision Zero Quick Build Projects,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Transportation_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Friday, April 16, 2021 & Saturday, April 17, 2021 & Sunday, April 18, 2021
No City meetings or events found
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April 2 City Council Regular Meeting at 6 pm,
email comments to [email protected]
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84640742374
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 846 4074 2374
AGENDA: Recess item: 2. Contract add $250,000 total $2,495,726 for Police Substation at 841 Folger/3000 7th St, CONSENT: 4. T1 Loan $1,500,000 to complete Phase1 projects, 6. Contact add $25,000 total $74,000 and extend thru FY2024 with Freitas Landscaping at Dona Spring Animal Shelter, 7. Contract add $110,000 total $231,600 and extend 6/30/2026 with Koefran Industries for Animal Disposal Services, 8. Add $4800 with Orsolya Kuti, DVM to provide free spay and neuter surgeries to pets of low/no income and homeless persons and authorize receipt of $40,000 in donations, 9. Add $9,936 total $219,936 for public art commission at San Pablo Park, 10. Approve (unspecified) bid solicitations $1,581,000, 11. Predevelopment affordable housing funding 2024 Ashby $1,198,960 and 1708 Harmon $1,056,400, 13. Receive grants for Shelter Plus Care Program Renewal HUD $4,124,485 6/1/2021-1/1/2022, COACH Project $2,411,026 1/1/20222-12/31/2022, and Co. of Alameda for tenant-based rental assistance $881,046 3/1/2021-2/28/2022, 14. Contract add $160,562 total $6,066,230 with Mar Con Builders for Live Oak Community Center Seismic Upgrade, 15. Contract add $125,000 total $2,094,056 with Suarez and Munoz Construction Inc for San Pablo Park Playground and Tennis Court Renovation, 16. Contract $542,032 plus 20% contingency $108,406 total $650,438 with ERA Construction for King School Play Area at 1700 Hopkins, 17. Contract $5,369,727 plus 15% contingency $805,459 total $6,175,186 with O.C. Jones & Sons for Berkeley Marina Roadway, 18. Grant application accept any amount up to $8,000,000 CA Proposition 68 Statewide Parks Program for selected Santa Fe Right-of-Way parcels, 19. From Homeless Commission Refer to City Manager including Homeless Persons in hate crime reporting, 20. From Housing Advisory Commission Refer to City Manager release a Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA) of Measure O Bond funds allowing tenant incomes up to 120% of AMI reserve $15,432,000 for 2001 Ashby, 21. Authorize CM to amend contract with Badawi & Assoc to perform audits of City’s financial statements for FY 2021, 2022 and include T1 adding $372,660, 22. Refer to budget process from Taplin, Arreguin remediation for plan for Lawn Bowling Green at 2270 Acton and 1324 Allston (North Bowling Green at 1324 Allston contains elevated pesticides and metals and is protected from development under Measure L), 23. Taplin Support AB1401 eliminate parking requirements for housing and commercial buildings near transit, 24. Taplin Support SB 519 decriminalize controlled substances, 25. Taplin, Bartlett, Harrison Urge AC Transit to Restore 80-Ashby/6th Street bus line, 26. Bartlett Support AB 816 State and Local Agencies: Homelessness Plan, 27. Bartlett, Taplin, Harrison oppose FAA proposal to shift WNDSR Commercial Airliner Flight Corridor Directly over residential neighborhoods in Berkeley, Richmond, El Cerrito and Albany, 28. Harrison, Robinson Support SB 271 Sheriff Democracy and Diversity Act to allow for more diverse and democratic sheriff elections, 29. Harrison support AB 1199 creates a database of rental properties serving low-income tenants and levies a tax on holders of multiple rental properties, ( in packet pages 119 -174 from Hahn and Harrison not in agenda revitalization of Solano Ave), 30. Budget Referral FY2022-FY2023: $300,000 Solano Ave Revitalization Plan, 31. Hahn Personal Liability Protection for small businesses impacted by COVID-19, 32. Robinson support AB 455 Bay Bridge designate transit-only traffic lanes, ACTION: 33. New temporary rules for Council committees during COVID-19 emergency, 34. Davila Request CA State Legislature to introduce actions to value human life and condemn racial injustice and police brutality – Health Council Committee recommends refer to Public Safety Committee and f/u on pending bills on police reform, 35. Kesarwani, Taplin refer to Planning commission to establish zoning overlay at Pacific Steel Casting Property to redesignate zoning as Manufacturing (M) to Mixed Use-Light Industrial (MULI), 37. Harrison refer to CM prioritize shift to electric bicycles and other forms of zero-emissions mobility, INFORMATION REPORTS: 38-41 Workplans from Civic Arts Commission, Community Health Commission Disaster and Fire Safety Commission and Measure O Oversight Committee.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
2421 Fifth Street (construct two residential buildings) 6/1/2021
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with End of Appeal Period
1805 Blake 4/13/2021
1511 Cedar 4/13/2021
905 Contra Costa 4/20/2021
2801 Dohr 4/29/2021
1480 Dwight 4/13/2021
2421 Fifth 2/23/2021
1157 Francisco 4/13/2021
1918 Grant 4/29/2021
1402 Hawthorne 4/29/2021
1514 MLK Jr 4/13/2021
1137 Parker 4/13/2021
2111 Seventh 4/13/2021
28 Tanglewoods 4/13/2021
3031 Telegraph 4/13/2021
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSESSIONS
May 18 – 1. Systems Realignment 3. Affordable Housing Policy Reform (tentative)
July 20 – 1. Bayer Development Agreement (tentative), Measure FF/Fire Prevention
September 21 – 1. Housing Element (RHNA)
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Berkeley Police Department Hiring Practices (referred by Public Safety Committee)
Update Zero Waste Priorities
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Worth Noting:
Monday – Agenda committee is meeting at 2:30 pm to plan the April 27 City Council regular meeting. There are a number of items of interest – too many to list in this header
Tuesday – The Special council meeting at 6 pm is on the UC Berkeley Long Range Development Plan (LRDP). Public response to the LRDP must be submitted to UC by 5 pm on April 21.
Wednesday – The Homeless Commission is discussing a proposal for a residential vacancy tax. The Parks and Waterfront Commission agenda includes refuse pick-up at the parks and fitness courts.
Thursday – The Budget process for FY2022 is starting at the Budget and Finance committee at 10 am. Thursday evening the Open Government Commission will consider the Brown Act complaint related to land use proceedings. The Transportation Commission will establish a subcommittee on access/parking at the BART stations – after housing is built at the BART stations there won’t be big parking lots anymore and a plan needs to be developed for how people who used to drive and park at BART will get to and from the stations in the future. Access/parking is not part of the BART CAG (Community Advisory Group)
The City Council April 20 regular meeting agenda is available for comment and follows the list of meetings.
Sunday, April 11, 2021
No City meetings or events found
Monday, April 12, 2021
Agenda and Rules Committee at 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87548147156
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 875 4814 7156
AGENDA Planning for April 27 regular city council meeting: CONSENT: 1. Urgency Ordinance lease 742 Grayson for 11 months, 2. Dorothy Day to operate shelter at 742 Grayson, 3. Appointment of Jordon Klein as Director of Planning and Development annual salary $194,765, 4. Extend contract to 6/30/2023 with Michael Brady Emergency Management Training, 5. Donation surplus fire apparatus, 6. Contract add $245,700 and extend 3 years FY 2022, FY2023 with Rebuilding Together East Bay-North, 7. Contract add $180,100 total $230,000 1/7/2019-6/30/2022 with Cyber Leadership and Strategy Solutions, LLC for professional services, 8. Contract add $60,000 total $120,000 with Edgeworth Integration for additional security cameras at waterfront, 9. Contract add $110,000 total $240,000 with Bellingham Inc. for additional finger dock repairs, 10. Contract $540,000 with Raimi + Associates for professional planning services for the 2023 – 2031 Housing Element Update (RHNA), 11. Contract $4,296,733 with Bay Cities Paving & Grading, Inc for street rehabilitation FY 2021, 12. PO $465,000 for one CCTV Sewer Camera Truck, 13. PO $390,000 plus up-fitting costs $120,000 total $510,000 for eight hybrid Ford Interceptor Utility Hybrid SUVs, 14. Contract add $50,000 total $920,304 with Downtown Streets Team for services around encampments and neighborhoods, 16. Contract add $1,000,000 total $1,450,000 with Trip Stop Sidewalk Repair for sidewalk inspection and shaving, 17. Contract add $78,200 total $484,800 with Disability Access Consultants for ADA Transition Plan, 18. Approve list of projects to utilize State Road and Maintenance Rehabilitation Account (RMRA) Funds, 19. Contract for parking data collection, community outreach with Nelson/Nygaard for goBerkeley Residential Shared Parking Pilot, 20. Contract add $100,000 total $3,156,900 with D.L. Falk Construction for renovations at Central Library, 21. Vision Zero Annual Report and BerkDOT Berkeley Department of Transportation, 22. Contract add $350,000 total $8,670,400 with D.L. Falk Construction for renovation/upgrade at N. Berkeley Senior Center, 23. Lease Agreement 2010 Addison at Center St Garage with Vito Loconte and Alexie LeCount DBA Lexie’s Frozen Custard for 10 yr w/5 yr lease extension and $9,331.23 to Colliers International for commercial brokerage fees for locating tenant, 24. Taplin support AB-490 (use of force policies to prohibit techniques and transport methods with substantial risk of positional asphyxia. 25. Taplin, Arreguin, Budget Referral remediation Ninth St Traffic Conditions adds six traffic circles, ACTION: 26. CM, Public Hearing Submission of PY2021 (FY2022) Annual Action Plan Allocations of Federal Funds (HUD) for community agencies, 27. CM, Refinancing 2010 Certificates originally issued to finance Animal Shelter Project, 28. CM, Issuance of $45,000,000 in General Obligation Bonds, Series B for Measure T1 (Facilities and Infrastructure Improvements), 29. CM, Reserve $40 million of Measure O bonds as part of the $53 million to achieve 35% affordable housing at the Ashby and North Berkeley BART sites and future Housing Funding Notices of Funding Availability (NOFA), reserve at least $13 million in future Affordable Housing Mitigation fees to cover balance of $53, million, refer to CM to investigate bond measure with goal of maximizing affordable housing (up to 100%), 30. Harrison, Bartlett, Taplin, Adopt Ordinance Regulating Police Acquisition and Use of Controlled Equipment, 31. Arreguin, Assessing City’s Bonding Capacity Referral to CM, 32. Harrison, Request CalPERS Divest from Industrial Animal Protein and Factory Farming Companies and Invest in CA Local Plant-Based Food Economy, Information Reports: Zero Waste Commission Workplan, Referred Items for Review: 8. COVID-19 impact on meetings (boards/commissions), 9. Systems Realignment (changing council submissions to budget cycle), Unscheduled Items: 10. Strengthening and Supporting Commissions.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
Personnel Board at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85334925816?pwd=enlvZkViL0pmeEVSQk5nOGRmeENRdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 853 3492 5816
AGENDA: V. Recommendation to Revise the Housing Inspector Supervisor Classification, VI. Adopt Program Manager I and II Classifications, VII. Establish Director of Police Accountability.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Personnel_Board_Homepage.aspx
Youth Commission at 5 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/92660674844
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 926 6067 4844
AGENDA: 13. Current work, 14. Trigger Warnings subcommittee discussion, 15. Student Advocate subcommittee, 16. Potential environmental projects, 17. Review and approval for Sex Education Survey and its distribution,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Youth_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Tuesday, April 13, 2021
City Council Special Meeting at 6 pm,
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85445489790
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 854 4548 9790
AGENDA: 1 item: UC Berkeley Long Range Development Plan (LRDP) Update and Housing Projects #1 Anchor House, Oxford, University, Walnut 16 stories, 14 above ground 770 student beds and #2 Peoples Park project housing for 1187 student and faculty, 125 beds for supportive housing. LRDP Comment Period ends April 21, 2021 at 5 pm, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Wednesday, April 14, 2021
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board MM Webinar at 10 am
Pre-register for links to webinar http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
AGENDA: Measure MM rent stabilization prohibiting evictions during state or local emergencies
Homeless Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/96645301465
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 966 4530 1465
AGENDA: 7. Enforce Berkeley source of income discrimination ordinance, 8. Proposal for Residential Vacancy Tax, 9. Unsheltered Homeless in downtown, 11. Pathways (homeless shelter) accessibility and pandemic response for disabled, 12. Accountability for vendors and NGOs that work for or with City, 13. Possible Homeless Ombudsman Position, 14. Participatory Planning for RHNA.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Homeless_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Parks and Waterfront Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/96974512296
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 969 7451 2296
AGENDA: 9. PRW Capital Budget FY2022, 10. Refuse cost at parks, 11. Update Adopt-a-spot, 12. Update Greening Berkeley, 13. Outdoor fitness courts grant, 14. Proposed Pier/Ferry
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Parks_and_Waterfront_Commission.aspx
Police Review Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87070468124
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 870 7046 8124
AGENDA: 9. Subcommittee reports, Warrant Service policy, Lexipol, 10. a. Update on transition to new Police Accountability Board, applications for Board members closed, b. Review BPD issues with Use of Force Policy (UOF), c. Whether commissioners to participate in UOF training 11. Whether commissioners may be allowed to observe police officers being trained
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Thursday, April 15, 2021
City Council Budget & Finance Committee at 10 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86368395448
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 863 6839 5448
AGENDA: 2. Bartlett, Arreguin, Taplin, Predevelopment Allocation, Ashby Recreation and Community Housing (ARCH) Consortium planning grant for Ashby BART East Parking Lot, 3. From Parks and Waterfront Commission, Proposal to Allocate Revenues from Transient Occupancy Tax from the Waterfront Area to the Marin Fund. 4. FY2022 Budget Calendar Update, 5. Fire Dept Budget Presentation, 6. Human Resources Dept Budget Presentation,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Budget___Finance.aspx
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/95480886658?pwd=SmJrc1QzdDczeDltaHhySWxndndVQT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 954 8088 6658 Passcode: 427413
AGENDA: 7. State Legislative Report and action to take positions on AB1199, AB854, AB1188
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Design Review Committee at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/98029280758
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 920 2928 0758
AGENDA: 1. 2352 Shattuck @ Channing – continued final review – demolish 2 existing commercial buildings, split lot in two, construct two 8-story mixed-use buildings with 204 units, (including 14 very low income units)
2. 2000 University @ Milvia – preliminary design review – demolish 2 commercial structure, construct new 8-story mixed-use building with 82 units and ground floor commercial
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/designreview/
Fair Campaign Practices Commission and Open Government Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89688058545
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 896 8805 8545
AGENDA: 6. Mandated Cost of Living Adjustments for Public Financing Program, 7. Developing policies allowing administrative closure of inactive campaign committees, 9. Handling of public communications submitted to city legislative bodies as part of public record in land use proceedings, 10. Brown Act and Open Government Ordinance complaints submitted by Shirley Dean related to City Council land use items.
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/FCPC/
Independent Redistricting Commission at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81495024968
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 814 9502 4968
AGENDA: 2. Training Communities of Interest and Public Engagement.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/redistricting/
Transportation Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86076822421
Teleconference: Meeting ID: 860 7682 2421
AGENDA: B.1. Dana Complete Streets 35% Design Plan, 2. Subcommittee Assignments – Form a subcommittee called the Berkeley-El Cerrito Corridor Access Plan (BECCAP) to plan how BART riders who will not live at the BART station projects (transit oriented development -TOD) get to and from BART, 3. TDA Funding for Bike Plan Update and Vision Zero Quick Build Projects,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Transportation_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Friday, April 16, 2021 & Saturday, April 17, 2021 & Sunday, April 18, 2021
No City meetings or events found
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April 2 City Council Regular Meeting at 6 pm,
email comments to [email protected]
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84640742374
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 846 4074 2374
AGENDA: Recess item: 2. Contract add $250,000 total $2,495,726 for Police Substation at 841 Folger/3000 7th St, CONSENT: 4. T1 Loan $1,500,000 to complete Phase1 projects, 6. Contact add $25,000 total $74,000 and extend thru FY2024 with Freitas Landscaping at Dona Spring Animal Shelter, 7. Contract add $110,000 total $231,600 and extend 6/30/2026 with Koefran Industries for Animal Disposal Services, 8. Add $4800 with Orsolya Kuti, DVM to provide free spay and neuter surgeries to pets of low/no income and homeless persons and authorize receipt of $40,000 in donations, 9. Add $9,936 total $219,936 for public art commission at San Pablo Park, 10. Approve (unspecified) bid solicitations $1,581,000, 11. Predevelopment affordable housing funding 2024 Ashby $1,198,960 and 1708 Harmon $1,056,400, 13. Receive grants for Shelter Plus Care Program Renewal HUD $4,124,485 6/1/2021-1/1/2022, COACH Project $2,411,026 1/1/20222-12/31/2022, and Co. of Alameda for tenant-based rental assistance $881,046 3/1/2021-2/28/2022, 14. Contract add $160,562 total $6,066,230 with Mar Con Builders for Live Oak Community Center Seismic Upgrade, 15. Contract add $125,000 total $2,094,056 with Suarez and Munoz Construction Inc for San Pablo Park Playground and Tennis Court Renovation, 16. Contract $542,032 plus 20% contingency $108,406 total $650,438 with ERA Construction for King School Play Area at 1700 Hopkins, 17. Contract $5,369,727 plus 15% contingency $805,459 total $6,175,186 with O.C. Jones & Sons for Berkeley Marina Roadway, 18. Grant application accept any amount up to $8,000,000 CA Proposition 68 Statewide Parks Program for selected Santa Fe Right-of-Way parcels, 19. From Homeless Commission Refer to City Manager including Homeless Persons in hate crime reporting, 20. From Housing Advisory Commission Refer to City Manager release a Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA) of Measure O Bond funds allowing tenant incomes up to 120% of AMI reserve $15,432,000 for 2001 Ashby, 21. Authorize CM to amend contract with Badawi & Assoc to perform audits of City’s financial statements for FY 2021, 2022 and include T1 adding $372,660, 22. Refer to budget process from Taplin, Arreguin remediation for plan for Lawn Bowling Green at 2270 Acton and 1324 Allston (North Bowling Green at 1324 Allston contains elevated pesticides and metals and is protected from development under Measure L), 23. Taplin Support AB1401 eliminate parking requirements for housing and commercial buildings near transit, 24. Taplin Support SB 519 decriminalize controlled substances, 25. Taplin, Bartlett, Harrison Urge AC Transit to Restore 80-Ashby/6th Street bus line, 26. Bartlett Support AB 816 State and Local Agencies: Homelessness Plan, 27. Bartlett, Taplin, Harrison oppose FAA proposal to shift WNDSR Commercial Airliner Flight Corridor Directly over residential neighborhoods in Berkeley, Richmond, El Cerrito and Albany, 28. Harrison, Robinson Support SB 271 Sheriff Democracy and Diversity Act to allow for more diverse and democratic sheriff elections, 29. Harrison support AB 1199 creates a database of rental properties serving low-income tenants and levies a tax on holders of multiple rental properties, ( in packet pages 119 -174 from Hahn and Harrison not in agenda revitalization of Solano Ave), 30. Budget Referral FY2022-FY2023: $300,000 Solano Ave Revitalization Plan, 31. Hahn Personal Liability Protection for small businesses impacted by COVID-19, 32. Robinson support AB 455 Bay Bridge designate transit-only traffic lanes, ACTION: 33. New temporary rules for Council committees during COVID-19 emergency, 34. Davila Request CA State Legislature to introduce actions to value human life and condemn racial injustice and police brutality – Health Council Committee recommends refer to Public Safety Committee and f/u on pending bills on police reform, 35. Kesarwani, Taplin refer to Planning commission to establish zoning overlay at Pacific Steel Casting Property to redesignate zoning as Manufacturing (M) to Mixed Use-Light Industrial (MULI), 37. Harrison refer to CM prioritize shift to electric bicycles and other forms of zero-emissions mobility, INFORMATION REPORTS: 38-41 Workplans from Civic Arts Commission, Community Health Commission Disaster and Fire Safety Commission and Measure O Oversight Committee.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
2421 Fifth Street (construct two residential buildings) 6/1/2021
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with End of Appeal Period
1805 Blake 4/13/2021
1511 Cedar 4/13/2021
905 Contra Costa 4/20/2021
2801 Dohr 4/29/2021
1480 Dwight 4/13/2021
2421 Fifth 2/23/2021
1157 Francisco 4/13/2021
1918 Grant 4/29/2021
1402 Hawthorne 4/29/2021
1514 MLK Jr 4/13/2021
1137 Parker 4/13/2021
2111 Seventh 4/13/2021
28 Tanglewoods 4/13/2021
3031 Telegraph 4/13/2021
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSESSIONS
May 18 – 1. Systems Realignment 3. Affordable Housing Policy Reform (tentative)
July 20 – 1. Bayer Development Agreement (tentative), Measure FF/Fire Prevention
September 21 – 1. Housing Element (RHNA)
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Berkeley Police Department Hiring Practices (referred by Public Safety Committee)
Update Zero Waste Priorities
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
April 4 - April 11, 2021
Worth Noting:
Even though City Council is on spring recess from March 31- April 19, the Agenda Committee is still meeting.
Please note that the link to the board/commission/committee webpage is at the end of the agenda instead of below the meeting title. This change is in response to a recommendation that it will make the zoom links to the meetings easier to read.
Monday – Agenda Committee meets at 2:30. The deadline for completing the review of the Commission Reorganization is April 19. It is unknown whether the committee will take up the reorganization discussion during this council recess meeting, but it is best to be prepared and attend.
Tuesday – PRC Subcommittee on Warrant Service Policy meets at 6:30 pm
Wednesday – Planning Commission at 7 pm: Anyone who considers the ADU at 2915 Harper hideous (a one-word description) should plan on attending the hearing on Amendments to the ADU Ordinance at the Planning Commission. It is agenda item 9.
Thursday – Reimagining Public Safety meets at 6 pm.
If you have a meeting you would like included in the summary of meetings, please send a notice to [email protected] by noon on the Friday of the preceding week.
Sunday, April 4, 2021 Easter Sunday and last day of Passover
Monday, April 5, 2021
Agenda and Rules Committee, 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm,
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89090619617
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 890 9061 9617
AGENDA: 2. Planning for 4/20/21, Recess item: 2. Contract add $250,000 total $2,495,726 for Police Substation at 841 Folger/3000 7th St, CONSENT: 4. T1 Loan $1,500,000 to complete Phase1 projects, 6. New temporary rules for Council committees during COVID-19 emergency, 7. Contact add $25,000 total $74,000 and extend thru FY2024 with Freitas Landscaping at Dona Spring Animal Shelter, 8. Contract add $110,000 total $231,600 and extend 6/30/2026 with Koefran Industries for Animal Disposal Services, 9. Add $4800 with Orsolya Kuti, DVM to provide free spay and neuter surgeries to pets of low/no income and homeless persons and authorize receipt of $40,000 in donations, 10. Add $9,936 total $219,936 for public art commission at San Pablo Park, 11. Approve (unspecified) bid solicitations $1,581,000, 12. Predevelopment affordable housing funding 2024 Ashby $1,198,960 and 1708 Harmon $1,056,400, 14. Receive grants for Shelter Plus Care Program Renewal HUD $4,124,485 6/1/2021-1/1/2022, COACH Project $2,411,026 1/1/20222-12/31/2022, and Co. of Alameda for tenant-based rental assistance $881,046 3/1/2021-2/28/2022, 15. Contract add $160,562 total $6,066,230 with Mar Con Builders for Live Oak Community Center Seismic Upgrade, 16. Contract add $125,000 total $2,094,056 with Suarez and Munoz Construction Inc for San Pablo Park Playground and Tennis Court Renovation, 17. Contract $542,032 plus 20% contingency $108,406 total $650,438 with ERA Construction for King School Play Area at 1700 Hopkins, 18. Contract $5,369,727 plus 15% contingency $805,459 total $6,175,186 with O.C. Jones & Sons for Berkeley Marina Roadway, 19. Grant application accept any amount up to $8,000,000 CA Proposition 68 Statewide Parks Program for selected Santa Fe Right-of-Way parcels, 20. Amend 1956 Maintenance Agreement with Caltrans and Transfer 2 portions of City right of way on Gilman to Caltrans for planned interchange facilities, 21. From Homeless Commission Refer to City Manager including Homeless Persons in hate crime reporting, 22. From Housing Advisory Commission Refer to City Manager release a Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA) of Measure O Bond funds allowing tenant incomes up to 120% of AMI reserve $15,432,000 for 2001 Ashby, 23. Refer to budget process from Taplin, Arreguin remediation for plan for Lawn Bowling Green at 2270 Acton and 1324 Allston (North Bowling Green at 1324 Allston contains elevated pesticides and metals and is protected from development under Measure L), 24. Taplin Support AB1401 eliminate parking requirements for housing and commercial buildings near transit, 25. Taplin Support SB 519 decriminalize controlled substances, 26. Bartlett Support AB 816 State and Local Agencies: Homelessness Plan, 27. Bartlett, Taplin, Harrison oppose FAA proposal to shift WNDSR Commercial Airliner Flight Corridor Directly over residential neighborhoods in Berkeley, Richmond, El Cerrito and Albany, 28. Harrison, Robinson Support SB 271 Sheriff Democracy and Diversity Act to allow for more diverse and democratic sheriff elections, 29. Harrison support AB 1199 creates a database of rental properties serving low-income tenants and levies a tax on holders of multiple rental properties, ( in packet pages 119 -174 from Hahn and Harrison not in agenda revitalization of Solano Ave) 31. Robinson support AB 455 Bay Bridge designate transit-only traffic lanes, ACTION: From Parks and Waterfront Commission adopt resolution that all Transient Occupancy Taxes (TOT hotel taxes) generated at Berkeley waterfront be allocated to the Marina Fund, 33. Davila Request CA State Legislature to introduce actions to value human life and condemn racial injustice and police brutality – Health Council Committee recommends refer to Public Safety Committee and f/u on pending bills on police reform, 34. Authorize CM to amend contract with Badawi & Assoc to perform audits of City’s financial statements for FY 2021, 2022 and include T1 adding $372,660, 35. Kesarwani refer to Planning commission to establish zoning overlay at Pacific Steel Casting Property to redesignate zoning as Manufacturing (M) to Mixed Use-Light Industrial (MULI), 36. Taplin Resolution to authorize CM to designate 15 MPH speed limit at all early childhood education facilities, 37. Taplin Refer to Parks Commission to allow developer options of public art on-site or paying an in-lieu fee to Private Percent Art Fund, 38. Taplin, Bartlett, Harrison Urge AC Transit to Restore 80-Ashby/6th Street bus line, 39. Harrison refer to CM prioritize shift to electric bicycles and other forms of zero-emissions mobility, 40. Hahn Personal Liability Protection for small businesses impacted by COVID-19, INFORMATION REPORTS: 41-44 Workplans from Civic Arts Commission, Community Health Commission Disaster and Fire Safety Commission and Measure O Oversight Committee, REFERRED ITEMS for REVIEW: 8. Impact of COVID-19 on meetings, 9. Commission Reorganization, 10. Systems Alignment Proposal, UNSCHEDULED ITEMS and Unfinished Business: 1. Kitchen Exhaust Hood Ventilation, 2. Surveillance Technology and Acquisition Report and use policy for License Plate Readers, 3. Objective Standard Recommendations for Density, Design and Shadows.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
Tuesday, April 6, 2021
Loan Administration Board at 4 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87009685521
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 870 0968 5521
AGENDA: B. Program Review Revolving Loan Fund (RLF) - $171,000+ available to lend as of 3/20/2021, C. RLF review and act a. Berkeley Hospitality $180,000, b. Kidventurez $75,000
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Loan_Admin_Board.aspx
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board IRA / AGA Registration Committee at 5 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/96424419586?pwd=SForbTRhcDdLRVVCOXMyMVRPNms3Zz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 964 2441 9586 Passcode: 703123
AGENDA: 5. Initiation of Public Process and Zoning Concepts for 2023-2031 Housing Element (3/25/2021 Council meeting), 8. Tenant Occupancy Limits,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Police Review Commission Subcommittee on Warrant Service Policy at 6:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84233073529
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 842 3307 3529
AGENDA: 4. BPD Policy 606 Service of Warrants, revised/new language with focus on whether there should be complete ban on no-knock warrants, quick-knock entries, night/early morning service, data collection, compensation for damage done during searches, language for sanctity of life,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Wednesday, April 7, 2021
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board – Buying and Selling Rental Property Webinar at 10 am
Pre-register for links to Webinar
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Board of Library Trustees at 6:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86042306505
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 860 42306505
AGENDA: III. A. Library Tax Fund Reserve, B. Proposed Budget FY 2022, C. Trustee Recruitment
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
Homeless Services Panel of Experts at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/92491365323
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 924 9136 5323
AGENDA: 6. Staff to report on projected revenues, 7. Discuss Funding Priorities under Measure P, 8. Begin discussion of existing programs whether program meets Measure P funding priority and possible alternative funding sources, 9. Discussion on housing subsidy allocation, 10. Possible new programs that could be covered under Measure P,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Homeless_Services_Panel_of_Experts.aspx
Planning Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/95984363204
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 959 8436 3204
AGENDA: 9. Public Hearing - Amendments to ADU ordinance and related definitions to address Public Safety Concerns and make recommendation to Council, 10. Public Hearing - Consider amendments to Berkeley’s Sign Ordinance and make recommendation to Council
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Police Review Commission Outreach Subcommittee at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82258644009
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 822 5864 4009
AGENDA: 4. Determine and finalize outreach steps
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Thursday, April 8, 2021
Zoning Adjustment Board at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/93444335396
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 934 4433 5396
AGENDA: 2. 1175 University – Permit Modification – construct 457 sq ft breakfast room and eliminate 2 parking spaces in 71 room hotel, on consent,
3. 1241 Ashby – construct detached 1960 2-story rear yard dwelling unit with reduced rear yard setback behind existing duplex, staff recommend approve
4. 1205 Peralta – eliminate two required off-street parking spaces by legalizing conversion of existing 18 ft x 20 ft garage to habitable space and Use Permit to legalize addition of berooms 6 thru 8 on parcel that is non-conforming for density, lot coverage, setbacks, usable open space and parking, staff recommend deny
5. 2943 Pine – construct 729 sq ft addition to existing 1-story 1822 sq ft single family dwelling with average height 23 ft, add 5th beroom and legalize existing 10 ft fence at rear and left side on lot that is non-conforming for lot coverage, staff recommend approve,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
Reimagining Public Safety Task Force at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81983354907
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 819 8335 4907
AGENDA: 1. Task Force Draft meeting schedule, roles and responsibilities, 2. Police Dept Overview, 3. Priority Dispatch Overview, 4. Draft Community Survey, 5. Special Task Force meeting dates, 6. Subcommittee discussion,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/RIPST.aspx
Quit Smoking Class at 6-8 pm, free, use link to pre-register for series
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=17286
Friday, April 9, 2021
City Reduced Service Day
Saturday, April 10, 2021
Berkeley Neighborhood Council, 10 am – 12 pm
Meeting links not posted, check the website later during the week.
https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/calendar/
Container Gardening virtual workshop with Lori Caldwell, 11 am – 1 pm,
Sponsored by the Ecology Center Price $10 - $15
For more information email [email protected] or call 925-421-9574
https://ecologycenter.org/calendar/
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sustainable-gardening-for-renters-tickets-143207197583?ct=t%28BTU+March+2021+Newsletter%29
Sunday, April 11, 2021 - No City meetings or events found
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
2421 Fifth Street (construct two residential buildings) 6/1/2021
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with End of Appeal Period
1805 Blake 4/13/2021
1511 Cedar 4/13/2021
905 Contra Costa 4/20/2021
1480 Dwight 4/13/2021
1030 Euclid 4/1/2021
1157 Francisco 4/13/2021
1514 MLK Jr 4/13/2021
1137 Parker 4/13/2021
2111 Seventh 4/13/2021
28 Tanglewoods 4/13/2021
3031 Telegraph 4/13/2021
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
___________________
WORKSESSIONS
May 18 – 1. Systems Realignment 2. Bayer Development Agreement, 3. Affordable Housing Policy Reform (2 & 3 tentative)
July 20 – nothing scheduled
September 21 – 1. Housing Element (RHNA)
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Berkeley Police Department Hiring Practices (referred by Public Safety Committee)
Update Zero Waste Priorities
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Measure FF and Fire Prevention
Worth Noting:
Even though City Council is on spring recess from March 31- April 19, the Agenda Committee is still meeting.
Please note that the link to the board/commission/committee webpage is at the end of the agenda instead of below the meeting title. This change is in response to a recommendation that it will make the zoom links to the meetings easier to read.
Monday – Agenda Committee meets at 2:30. The deadline for completing the review of the Commission Reorganization is April 19. It is unknown whether the committee will take up the reorganization discussion during this council recess meeting, but it is best to be prepared and attend.
Tuesday – PRC Subcommittee on Warrant Service Policy meets at 6:30 pm
Wednesday – Planning Commission at 7 pm: Anyone who considers the ADU at 2915 Harper hideous (a one-word description) should plan on attending the hearing on Amendments to the ADU Ordinance at the Planning Commission. It is agenda item 9.
Thursday – Reimagining Public Safety meets at 6 pm.
If you have a meeting you would like included in the summary of meetings, please send a notice to [email protected] by noon on the Friday of the preceding week.
Sunday, April 4, 2021 Easter Sunday and last day of Passover
Monday, April 5, 2021
Agenda and Rules Committee, 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm,
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89090619617
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 890 9061 9617
AGENDA: 2. Planning for 4/20/21, Recess item: 2. Contract add $250,000 total $2,495,726 for Police Substation at 841 Folger/3000 7th St, CONSENT: 4. T1 Loan $1,500,000 to complete Phase1 projects, 6. New temporary rules for Council committees during COVID-19 emergency, 7. Contact add $25,000 total $74,000 and extend thru FY2024 with Freitas Landscaping at Dona Spring Animal Shelter, 8. Contract add $110,000 total $231,600 and extend 6/30/2026 with Koefran Industries for Animal Disposal Services, 9. Add $4800 with Orsolya Kuti, DVM to provide free spay and neuter surgeries to pets of low/no income and homeless persons and authorize receipt of $40,000 in donations, 10. Add $9,936 total $219,936 for public art commission at San Pablo Park, 11. Approve (unspecified) bid solicitations $1,581,000, 12. Predevelopment affordable housing funding 2024 Ashby $1,198,960 and 1708 Harmon $1,056,400, 14. Receive grants for Shelter Plus Care Program Renewal HUD $4,124,485 6/1/2021-1/1/2022, COACH Project $2,411,026 1/1/20222-12/31/2022, and Co. of Alameda for tenant-based rental assistance $881,046 3/1/2021-2/28/2022, 15. Contract add $160,562 total $6,066,230 with Mar Con Builders for Live Oak Community Center Seismic Upgrade, 16. Contract add $125,000 total $2,094,056 with Suarez and Munoz Construction Inc for San Pablo Park Playground and Tennis Court Renovation, 17. Contract $542,032 plus 20% contingency $108,406 total $650,438 with ERA Construction for King School Play Area at 1700 Hopkins, 18. Contract $5,369,727 plus 15% contingency $805,459 total $6,175,186 with O.C. Jones & Sons for Berkeley Marina Roadway, 19. Grant application accept any amount up to $8,000,000 CA Proposition 68 Statewide Parks Program for selected Santa Fe Right-of-Way parcels, 20. Amend 1956 Maintenance Agreement with Caltrans and Transfer 2 portions of City right of way on Gilman to Caltrans for planned interchange facilities, 21. From Homeless Commission Refer to City Manager including Homeless Persons in hate crime reporting, 22. From Housing Advisory Commission Refer to City Manager release a Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA) of Measure O Bond funds allowing tenant incomes up to 120% of AMI reserve $15,432,000 for 2001 Ashby, 23. Refer to budget process from Taplin, Arreguin remediation for plan for Lawn Bowling Green at 2270 Acton and 1324 Allston (North Bowling Green at 1324 Allston contains elevated pesticides and metals and is protected from development under Measure L), 24. Taplin Support AB1401 eliminate parking requirements for housing and commercial buildings near transit, 25. Taplin Support SB 519 decriminalize controlled substances, 26. Bartlett Support AB 816 State and Local Agencies: Homelessness Plan, 27. Bartlett, Taplin, Harrison oppose FAA proposal to shift WNDSR Commercial Airliner Flight Corridor Directly over residential neighborhoods in Berkeley, Richmond, El Cerrito and Albany, 28. Harrison, Robinson Support SB 271 Sheriff Democracy and Diversity Act to allow for more diverse and democratic sheriff elections, 29. Harrison support AB 1199 creates a database of rental properties serving low-income tenants and levies a tax on holders of multiple rental properties, ( in packet pages 119 -174 from Hahn and Harrison not in agenda revitalization of Solano Ave) 31. Robinson support AB 455 Bay Bridge designate transit-only traffic lanes, ACTION: From Parks and Waterfront Commission adopt resolution that all Transient Occupancy Taxes (TOT hotel taxes) generated at Berkeley waterfront be allocated to the Marina Fund, 33. Davila Request CA State Legislature to introduce actions to value human life and condemn racial injustice and police brutality – Health Council Committee recommends refer to Public Safety Committee and f/u on pending bills on police reform, 34. Authorize CM to amend contract with Badawi & Assoc to perform audits of City’s financial statements for FY 2021, 2022 and include T1 adding $372,660, 35. Kesarwani refer to Planning commission to establish zoning overlay at Pacific Steel Casting Property to redesignate zoning as Manufacturing (M) to Mixed Use-Light Industrial (MULI), 36. Taplin Resolution to authorize CM to designate 15 MPH speed limit at all early childhood education facilities, 37. Taplin Refer to Parks Commission to allow developer options of public art on-site or paying an in-lieu fee to Private Percent Art Fund, 38. Taplin, Bartlett, Harrison Urge AC Transit to Restore 80-Ashby/6th Street bus line, 39. Harrison refer to CM prioritize shift to electric bicycles and other forms of zero-emissions mobility, 40. Hahn Personal Liability Protection for small businesses impacted by COVID-19, INFORMATION REPORTS: 41-44 Workplans from Civic Arts Commission, Community Health Commission Disaster and Fire Safety Commission and Measure O Oversight Committee, REFERRED ITEMS for REVIEW: 8. Impact of COVID-19 on meetings, 9. Commission Reorganization, 10. Systems Alignment Proposal, UNSCHEDULED ITEMS and Unfinished Business: 1. Kitchen Exhaust Hood Ventilation, 2. Surveillance Technology and Acquisition Report and use policy for License Plate Readers, 3. Objective Standard Recommendations for Density, Design and Shadows.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
Tuesday, April 6, 2021
Loan Administration Board at 4 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87009685521
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 870 0968 5521
AGENDA: B. Program Review Revolving Loan Fund (RLF) - $171,000+ available to lend as of 3/20/2021, C. RLF review and act a. Berkeley Hospitality $180,000, b. Kidventurez $75,000
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Loan_Admin_Board.aspx
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board IRA / AGA Registration Committee at 5 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/96424419586?pwd=SForbTRhcDdLRVVCOXMyMVRPNms3Zz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 964 2441 9586 Passcode: 703123
AGENDA: 5. Initiation of Public Process and Zoning Concepts for 2023-2031 Housing Element (3/25/2021 Council meeting), 8. Tenant Occupancy Limits,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Police Review Commission Subcommittee on Warrant Service Policy at 6:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84233073529
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 842 3307 3529
AGENDA: 4. BPD Policy 606 Service of Warrants, revised/new language with focus on whether there should be complete ban on no-knock warrants, quick-knock entries, night/early morning service, data collection, compensation for damage done during searches, language for sanctity of life,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Wednesday, April 7, 2021
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board – Buying and Selling Rental Property Webinar at 10 am
Pre-register for links to Webinar
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Board of Library Trustees at 6:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86042306505
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 860 42306505
AGENDA: III. A. Library Tax Fund Reserve, B. Proposed Budget FY 2022, C. Trustee Recruitment
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
Homeless Services Panel of Experts at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/92491365323
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 924 9136 5323
AGENDA: 6. Staff to report on projected revenues, 7. Discuss Funding Priorities under Measure P, 8. Begin discussion of existing programs whether program meets Measure P funding priority and possible alternative funding sources, 9. Discussion on housing subsidy allocation, 10. Possible new programs that could be covered under Measure P,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Homeless_Services_Panel_of_Experts.aspx
Planning Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/95984363204
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 959 8436 3204
AGENDA: 9. Public Hearing - Amendments to ADU ordinance and related definitions to address Public Safety Concerns and make recommendation to Council, 10. Public Hearing - Consider amendments to Berkeley’s Sign Ordinance and make recommendation to Council
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Police Review Commission Outreach Subcommittee at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82258644009
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 822 5864 4009
AGENDA: 4. Determine and finalize outreach steps
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Thursday, April 8, 2021
Zoning Adjustment Board at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/93444335396
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 934 4433 5396
AGENDA: 2. 1175 University – Permit Modification – construct 457 sq ft breakfast room and eliminate 2 parking spaces in 71 room hotel, on consent,
3. 1241 Ashby – construct detached 1960 2-story rear yard dwelling unit with reduced rear yard setback behind existing duplex, staff recommend approve
4. 1205 Peralta – eliminate two required off-street parking spaces by legalizing conversion of existing 18 ft x 20 ft garage to habitable space and Use Permit to legalize addition of berooms 6 thru 8 on parcel that is non-conforming for density, lot coverage, setbacks, usable open space and parking, staff recommend deny
5. 2943 Pine – construct 729 sq ft addition to existing 1-story 1822 sq ft single family dwelling with average height 23 ft, add 5th beroom and legalize existing 10 ft fence at rear and left side on lot that is non-conforming for lot coverage, staff recommend approve,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
Reimagining Public Safety Task Force at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81983354907
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 819 8335 4907
AGENDA: 1. Task Force Draft meeting schedule, roles and responsibilities, 2. Police Dept Overview, 3. Priority Dispatch Overview, 4. Draft Community Survey, 5. Special Task Force meeting dates, 6. Subcommittee discussion,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/RIPST.aspx
Quit Smoking Class at 6-8 pm, free, use link to pre-register for series
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=17286
Friday, April 9, 2021
City Reduced Service Day
Saturday, April 10, 2021
Berkeley Neighborhood Council, 10 am – 12 pm
Meeting links not posted, check the website later during the week.
https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/calendar/
Container Gardening virtual workshop with Lori Caldwell, 11 am – 1 pm,
Sponsored by the Ecology Center Price $10 - $15
For more information email [email protected] or call 925-421-9574
https://ecologycenter.org/calendar/
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sustainable-gardening-for-renters-tickets-143207197583?ct=t%28BTU+March+2021+Newsletter%29
Sunday, April 11, 2021 - No City meetings or events found
_____________________
Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
2421 Fifth Street (construct two residential buildings) 6/1/2021
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with End of Appeal Period
1805 Blake 4/13/2021
1511 Cedar 4/13/2021
905 Contra Costa 4/20/2021
1480 Dwight 4/13/2021
1030 Euclid 4/1/2021
1157 Francisco 4/13/2021
1514 MLK Jr 4/13/2021
1137 Parker 4/13/2021
2111 Seventh 4/13/2021
28 Tanglewoods 4/13/2021
3031 Telegraph 4/13/2021
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
___________________
WORKSESSIONS
May 18 – 1. Systems Realignment 2. Bayer Development Agreement, 3. Affordable Housing Policy Reform (2 & 3 tentative)
July 20 – nothing scheduled
September 21 – 1. Housing Element (RHNA)
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Berkeley Police Department Hiring Practices (referred by Public Safety Committee)
Update Zero Waste Priorities
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Measure FF and Fire Prevention
March 28 - April 4, 2021
Worth Noting:
City Council spring recess starts March 31 and extends through April 19.
Sunday – 2 pm rally for Asian Americans at Aquatic Park organized by 7th graders. The Equity Summit is at 7 pm.
Monday – Deadline is at 5 pm to submit an application to be considered for the Police Accountability Board.
Tuesday – Regular City Council meeting is at 6 pm. The last item on the agenda is The Rights of Nature.
Wednesday – The Homeless Commission meets at 6 pm. The South Berkeley Community safety Town Hall is at 7 pm.
Thursday – The UC Berkeley Long Range Development Plan is on the agenda at the Landmarks Commission.
If you have a meeting you would like included in the summary of meetings, please send a notice to [email protected] by noon on the Friday of the preceding week.
Sunday, March 28, 2021
Asian American Pacific Islander Youth Rising Rally with speakers at 2 – 4 pm
Where: Aquatic Park – Meet at Aquatic Park, 84 Bolivar Drive
What to Bring: masks, signs and love,
Organizers: Berkeley 7th Graders
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/aapi-youth-rising-rally-tickets-144730102633?aff&fbclid=IwAR2qiVWIf-St73FK9IwE296wk1SaZw2M-c8ROurNKfqbZx9UCBcQXxSUcJ4 (event is free)
Equity Summit Series Part 3at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87087838028
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 870 8783 8028
AGENDA: Learning From Our Elders: Listening And Honoring The Past To Guide The Future (Any trouble joining call 1-510-549-8790) Event led and organized by BIPOC
Monday, March 29, 2021
March 29 at 5 pm is the DEADLINE to submit an application to be considered for the Police Accountability Board
https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/CABERKE/bulletins/2c91b15
City Council Public Safety Committee at 10:30 am
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Public_Safety.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88131245345
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 881 3124 5345
AGENDA: single item 2. Adopt ordinance regulating police acquisition and use of controlled equipment and add BMC 2.64.170 (this has been in process since July 2020)
Agenda and Rules Committee at 2:00 – NOTE TIME - MEETING STARTING EARLY
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88348188573
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 883 4818 8573
AGENDA: single item listed 1. Amendments to the Berkeley Election Reform Act (BERA) to regulated officeholder accounts and proposed changes to City Council Office Budget Expenditures, discussion of future agenda items not numbered and Reimbursement Policies (officeholder accounts are contributions/donations to the officeholder, i.e. councilmember, mayor, which then can be used by the officeholder – details/explanation in packet pages 5-13)
City Council Closed Session at 4 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81680629249
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 816 8062 9249
AGENDA: 1. Conference with Labor Negotiators, employee organizations IBEW, Local 1245, SEIU 1021, Community services and Part-time Recreation Activity Leaders, Public Employees Union Local 1
Tuesday, March 30, 2021
City Council Closed Session at 4:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82173560000
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 821 7356 0000
AGENDA: 1. Public Employee Appointments, a. City Attorney, Director of Planning and Development
Regular Council Meeting at 6 pm
Email comments to: [email protected]
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81872119058
Teleconference: 1-699-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 818 7211 9058
AGENDA CONSENT: 3. Police Accountability Board Ordinance amendment for member LOAs and council-approved alternative commissioner. 4. $24,063 Contracts extended to 6/30/2021 for Center For Independent Living, Pacific Center, & YEAH, 5. Amend Contract add $30,714 total $878,142 with Covenant House – YEAH, Mental Health Services Act Fund, 6. Designate City Labor Negotiators 1/1/2021-12/31/2021, 7. Aide Letter Agreement: Public Employee Union, Local 1/AFSCME Council 57 authorizing 80 hours of additional emergency paid sick leave (EPSL), 8. Amend and extend ERMA to 12/30/2021 $80,000, 9. Contract add $120,000 total $2,154,769 with ESI for IBM hardware and software lease 6/2/2003-6/30/2022, 10. Amend contract add $147,991 total $402,961 and extend to 6/30/2024 with Tyler Technologies for Open Data Portal’s Hosting Services, 11. Contract add $235,000 total $852,200 and extend to 6/30/2023 with TruePoint Solutions for Accela Professional Services, 12. Contract add $68,440 and extend 6/30/2023 with Verint Systems for Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software Maintenance, 13. Contract add $76,906 total $141,906 to 6/30/2023 with NextRequest for Public Records Act (PRA) Response Software, 14. Contract add $25,000 total $100,014 extend 6/30/2022 with CBF Electric & Data for Wi-Fi Installation, 15. Contract add $200,000 total $249,500 extend 6/30/2023 with Gray Quarter, Inc. for Accela Professional Services, 16. P.O. $512,000 for Protiviti Government Services: Using GSA for Professional Services thru 6/20/2022, 17. Add $42,000 total $146,400 contingency $42,800 with Lind Marine to remove derelict and abandoned vessels from Berkeley Marina, 18. Utility Agreement $720,000 for sewer line for future fieldhouse restroom at Tom Bates Regional Sports Complex, 19. Add $70,000 total $295,400 and extend 12/31/2023 with Street Level Advisors for Development Fee Feasibility Analysis, 20. Budget Referral Police Foot/Bike Patrol in West Berkeley, Beats 11-16, 21. Budget Referral Stop signs at Dwight and California, 22. Letter to Google requesting inclusion of commercial truck routes on google maps platform, 23. Refer to Disability Commission Discussion on East Bay Paratransit and Transportation Needs of Berkeleyans with Disabilities, 24. Providing Unhoused with Fire Extinguishers Council Safety committee qualified positive recommendation to consider fire extinguishers and other fire prevention tools such as wool blankets, 25. Budget Referral New Project Coordinator to implement Electric Mobility Roadmap and Climate Initiatives, 26. Support AB 20 Corporate-Free Elections prohibits businesses from making campaign contributions to candidates for elective office, 27. Support AB 37 requiring vote-by-mail ballots to all voters for every election, 28. Support AB 854 Ellis Act Reform, ACTION: 29. Hearing Bond Financing for 2870 Adeline (Harriet Tubman Terrace Apt) 30. Ordinance permanently banning less lethal weaponry – Council Safety Committee forwarded with negative recommendation for Council to take no action, 31. Recognize the Rights of Nature qualified positive recommendation to place obligation on City not residents, Information Reports: 32. FY 2020 4th Quarter Investment report ending 6/30/2020, 33. FY 2021 1st Investment Report ended 9/30/2020, 34. Referral 2nd Dwelling Unit/ADU pilot program to house the homeless, 35. Report Worker’s Comp FY 2019-2020,
Wednesday, March 31, 2021
South Berkeley Community Safety Town Hall at 7 pm
https://tinyurl.com/sberktownhall
AGENDA: pre-register using above tinyurl for videoconference link, Mayor Arreguin, Councilmember Ben Bartlett, Interim Police Chief Jen Louis, guests Councilmembers Dan Kalb, Oakland and John Bauters, Emeryville
Homeless Commission at 6 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Homeless_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/96645301465
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 966 4530 1465
AGENDA: 6. Protocol for administering the COVID-19 vaccine to unsheltered homeless, 7. Placing vacancy tax on 2022 ballot with substantial revenue to go towards purchase of motels and hotels to house the homeless, 8. Unsheltered homeless in the downtown.
San Pablo Tennis Courts Meeting at 5 – 6:30 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=17314
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/99224389333
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 992 2438 9333 Passcode 210357
Thursday, April 1, 2021
Independent Redistricting Commission at 6 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/redistricting/
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88272906475
Teleconference: 1-699-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 882 7290 6475
AGENDA: 2. Training – Commissioner Role and Best Practices (Presentation by Redistricting Partners, City Redistricting Consultant)
Landmarks Preservation Commission at 7 pm
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/landmarkspreservationcommission/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/94799356196
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 947 9935 6196
AGENDA: 5. 2246 Fifth Street – review and provide advisory comments on design of proposed rehabilitation project, 6. Annual Report (CLG) to State office of Historic Preservation, 7. Archaeological Resources and Native Cultural Heritage in Berkeley, 8. UC Long Range Development Plan (LRDP) and associated EIR discussion, https://lrdp.berkeley.edu/, 9. Resolution to End Exclusionary Zoning in Berkeley, 10. Potential initiation consideration 2501, 2510, 2514 & 2530 San Pablo Ave.
Public Works Commission at 7 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Public_Works_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84312916787
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 843 1291 6787
AGENDA: No Agenda posted check after Monday
WETA – Water Emergency Transportation Authority at 1:30 pm
https://weta.sanfranciscobayferry.com/sites/weta/files/weta-public/currentmeeting/b040121a.pdf
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89718217408
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 897 1821 7408 Password: 33779
AGENDA: (for those tracking WETA – Berkeley Pier/Ferry not listed in agenda)
Friday, April 2, 2021 & Saturday, April 3, 2021 & Sunday, April 4, 2021
No City meetings or events found
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
2421 Fifth Street (construct two residential buildings) 6/1/2021
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with End of Appeal Period
1805 Blake 4/13/2021
1511 Cedar 4/13/2021
800 Dwight 3/30/2021
1480 Dwight 4/13/2021
1030 Euclid 4/1/2021
1157 Francisco 4/13/2021
1336 Gilman 3/30/2021
1514 MLK Jr 4/13/2021
1137 Parker 4/13/2021
2102 San Pablo 4/1/2021
2111 Seventh 4/13/2021
28 Tanglewoods 4/13/2021
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSESSIONS
May 18 – (tentative) – 1. Bayer Development Agreement, 2. Affordable Housing Policy Reform
July 20 – nothing scheduled
September 21 – 1. Housing Element (RHNA)
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Berkeley Police Department Hiring Practices (referred by Public Safety Committee)
Update Zero Waste Priorities
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Systems Realignment
Measure FF and Fire Prevention
Worth Noting:
City Council spring recess starts March 31 and extends through April 19.
Sunday – 2 pm rally for Asian Americans at Aquatic Park organized by 7th graders. The Equity Summit is at 7 pm.
Monday – Deadline is at 5 pm to submit an application to be considered for the Police Accountability Board.
Tuesday – Regular City Council meeting is at 6 pm. The last item on the agenda is The Rights of Nature.
Wednesday – The Homeless Commission meets at 6 pm. The South Berkeley Community safety Town Hall is at 7 pm.
Thursday – The UC Berkeley Long Range Development Plan is on the agenda at the Landmarks Commission.
If you have a meeting you would like included in the summary of meetings, please send a notice to [email protected] by noon on the Friday of the preceding week.
Sunday, March 28, 2021
Asian American Pacific Islander Youth Rising Rally with speakers at 2 – 4 pm
Where: Aquatic Park – Meet at Aquatic Park, 84 Bolivar Drive
What to Bring: masks, signs and love,
Organizers: Berkeley 7th Graders
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/aapi-youth-rising-rally-tickets-144730102633?aff&fbclid=IwAR2qiVWIf-St73FK9IwE296wk1SaZw2M-c8ROurNKfqbZx9UCBcQXxSUcJ4 (event is free)
Equity Summit Series Part 3at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87087838028
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 870 8783 8028
AGENDA: Learning From Our Elders: Listening And Honoring The Past To Guide The Future (Any trouble joining call 1-510-549-8790) Event led and organized by BIPOC
Monday, March 29, 2021
March 29 at 5 pm is the DEADLINE to submit an application to be considered for the Police Accountability Board
https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/CABERKE/bulletins/2c91b15
City Council Public Safety Committee at 10:30 am
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Public_Safety.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88131245345
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 881 3124 5345
AGENDA: single item 2. Adopt ordinance regulating police acquisition and use of controlled equipment and add BMC 2.64.170 (this has been in process since July 2020)
Agenda and Rules Committee at 2:00 – NOTE TIME - MEETING STARTING EARLY
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88348188573
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 883 4818 8573
AGENDA: single item listed 1. Amendments to the Berkeley Election Reform Act (BERA) to regulated officeholder accounts and proposed changes to City Council Office Budget Expenditures, discussion of future agenda items not numbered and Reimbursement Policies (officeholder accounts are contributions/donations to the officeholder, i.e. councilmember, mayor, which then can be used by the officeholder – details/explanation in packet pages 5-13)
City Council Closed Session at 4 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81680629249
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 816 8062 9249
AGENDA: 1. Conference with Labor Negotiators, employee organizations IBEW, Local 1245, SEIU 1021, Community services and Part-time Recreation Activity Leaders, Public Employees Union Local 1
Tuesday, March 30, 2021
City Council Closed Session at 4:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82173560000
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 821 7356 0000
AGENDA: 1. Public Employee Appointments, a. City Attorney, Director of Planning and Development
Regular Council Meeting at 6 pm
Email comments to: [email protected]
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81872119058
Teleconference: 1-699-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 818 7211 9058
AGENDA CONSENT: 3. Police Accountability Board Ordinance amendment for member LOAs and council-approved alternative commissioner. 4. $24,063 Contracts extended to 6/30/2021 for Center For Independent Living, Pacific Center, & YEAH, 5. Amend Contract add $30,714 total $878,142 with Covenant House – YEAH, Mental Health Services Act Fund, 6. Designate City Labor Negotiators 1/1/2021-12/31/2021, 7. Aide Letter Agreement: Public Employee Union, Local 1/AFSCME Council 57 authorizing 80 hours of additional emergency paid sick leave (EPSL), 8. Amend and extend ERMA to 12/30/2021 $80,000, 9. Contract add $120,000 total $2,154,769 with ESI for IBM hardware and software lease 6/2/2003-6/30/2022, 10. Amend contract add $147,991 total $402,961 and extend to 6/30/2024 with Tyler Technologies for Open Data Portal’s Hosting Services, 11. Contract add $235,000 total $852,200 and extend to 6/30/2023 with TruePoint Solutions for Accela Professional Services, 12. Contract add $68,440 and extend 6/30/2023 with Verint Systems for Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software Maintenance, 13. Contract add $76,906 total $141,906 to 6/30/2023 with NextRequest for Public Records Act (PRA) Response Software, 14. Contract add $25,000 total $100,014 extend 6/30/2022 with CBF Electric & Data for Wi-Fi Installation, 15. Contract add $200,000 total $249,500 extend 6/30/2023 with Gray Quarter, Inc. for Accela Professional Services, 16. P.O. $512,000 for Protiviti Government Services: Using GSA for Professional Services thru 6/20/2022, 17. Add $42,000 total $146,400 contingency $42,800 with Lind Marine to remove derelict and abandoned vessels from Berkeley Marina, 18. Utility Agreement $720,000 for sewer line for future fieldhouse restroom at Tom Bates Regional Sports Complex, 19. Add $70,000 total $295,400 and extend 12/31/2023 with Street Level Advisors for Development Fee Feasibility Analysis, 20. Budget Referral Police Foot/Bike Patrol in West Berkeley, Beats 11-16, 21. Budget Referral Stop signs at Dwight and California, 22. Letter to Google requesting inclusion of commercial truck routes on google maps platform, 23. Refer to Disability Commission Discussion on East Bay Paratransit and Transportation Needs of Berkeleyans with Disabilities, 24. Providing Unhoused with Fire Extinguishers Council Safety committee qualified positive recommendation to consider fire extinguishers and other fire prevention tools such as wool blankets, 25. Budget Referral New Project Coordinator to implement Electric Mobility Roadmap and Climate Initiatives, 26. Support AB 20 Corporate-Free Elections prohibits businesses from making campaign contributions to candidates for elective office, 27. Support AB 37 requiring vote-by-mail ballots to all voters for every election, 28. Support AB 854 Ellis Act Reform, ACTION: 29. Hearing Bond Financing for 2870 Adeline (Harriet Tubman Terrace Apt) 30. Ordinance permanently banning less lethal weaponry – Council Safety Committee forwarded with negative recommendation for Council to take no action, 31. Recognize the Rights of Nature qualified positive recommendation to place obligation on City not residents, Information Reports: 32. FY 2020 4th Quarter Investment report ending 6/30/2020, 33. FY 2021 1st Investment Report ended 9/30/2020, 34. Referral 2nd Dwelling Unit/ADU pilot program to house the homeless, 35. Report Worker’s Comp FY 2019-2020,
Wednesday, March 31, 2021
South Berkeley Community Safety Town Hall at 7 pm
https://tinyurl.com/sberktownhall
AGENDA: pre-register using above tinyurl for videoconference link, Mayor Arreguin, Councilmember Ben Bartlett, Interim Police Chief Jen Louis, guests Councilmembers Dan Kalb, Oakland and John Bauters, Emeryville
Homeless Commission at 6 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Homeless_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/96645301465
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 966 4530 1465
AGENDA: 6. Protocol for administering the COVID-19 vaccine to unsheltered homeless, 7. Placing vacancy tax on 2022 ballot with substantial revenue to go towards purchase of motels and hotels to house the homeless, 8. Unsheltered homeless in the downtown.
San Pablo Tennis Courts Meeting at 5 – 6:30 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=17314
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/99224389333
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 992 2438 9333 Passcode 210357
Thursday, April 1, 2021
Independent Redistricting Commission at 6 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/redistricting/
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88272906475
Teleconference: 1-699-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 882 7290 6475
AGENDA: 2. Training – Commissioner Role and Best Practices (Presentation by Redistricting Partners, City Redistricting Consultant)
Landmarks Preservation Commission at 7 pm
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/landmarkspreservationcommission/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/94799356196
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 947 9935 6196
AGENDA: 5. 2246 Fifth Street – review and provide advisory comments on design of proposed rehabilitation project, 6. Annual Report (CLG) to State office of Historic Preservation, 7. Archaeological Resources and Native Cultural Heritage in Berkeley, 8. UC Long Range Development Plan (LRDP) and associated EIR discussion, https://lrdp.berkeley.edu/, 9. Resolution to End Exclusionary Zoning in Berkeley, 10. Potential initiation consideration 2501, 2510, 2514 & 2530 San Pablo Ave.
Public Works Commission at 7 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Public_Works_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84312916787
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 843 1291 6787
AGENDA: No Agenda posted check after Monday
WETA – Water Emergency Transportation Authority at 1:30 pm
https://weta.sanfranciscobayferry.com/sites/weta/files/weta-public/currentmeeting/b040121a.pdf
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89718217408
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 897 1821 7408 Password: 33779
AGENDA: (for those tracking WETA – Berkeley Pier/Ferry not listed in agenda)
Friday, April 2, 2021 & Saturday, April 3, 2021 & Sunday, April 4, 2021
No City meetings or events found
_____________________
Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
2421 Fifth Street (construct two residential buildings) 6/1/2021
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with End of Appeal Period
1805 Blake 4/13/2021
1511 Cedar 4/13/2021
800 Dwight 3/30/2021
1480 Dwight 4/13/2021
1030 Euclid 4/1/2021
1157 Francisco 4/13/2021
1336 Gilman 3/30/2021
1514 MLK Jr 4/13/2021
1137 Parker 4/13/2021
2102 San Pablo 4/1/2021
2111 Seventh 4/13/2021
28 Tanglewoods 4/13/2021
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
___________________
WORKSESSIONS
May 18 – (tentative) – 1. Bayer Development Agreement, 2. Affordable Housing Policy Reform
July 20 – nothing scheduled
September 21 – 1. Housing Element (RHNA)
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Berkeley Police Department Hiring Practices (referred by Public Safety Committee)
Update Zero Waste Priorities
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Systems Realignment
Measure FF and Fire Prevention
March 21 - March 28, 2021
Worth Noting:
The week ahead is no ordinary week and there are meetings that need your attention and comment.
Monday the Agenda and Rules Committee meets at 2:30 pm with two agenda items both which are explained below,
Tuesday at the City Council meeting starting at 6 pm. Item 17 under action is about the Joint Subcommittee on Objective Standards for Implementation of State Housing Law which was formed and met, but was unable to reach agreement leaving work unfinished and includes request for $200,000 for consultant.
Thursday at 6 pm is a special City Council meeting with two competing items on the agenda regarding how to approach adding housing. My vote is item 2. Item 2 on the agenda from authors Hahn, & Harrison co-sponsor Bartlett. Item 2 explains Regional Housing Needs Allocation and defines a public process. The other item is an attempt to cover for the problematic quadplex zoning that resulted in the initiation of two Open Government Commission complaints. https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/
A weekly review of what happened in key city meetings is published late Sunday in http://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
Under Activist’s Diary and on this website under Notes From the Editor page
Sunday, March 21, 2021
No City meetings or events found
Monday, March 22, 2021
Agenda and Rules Committee at 2:30 pm,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87060954994
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 825 9794 1909
AGENDA: 1. Recommendations on Policy Committees and Legislative workflow during COVID-19 - Request CM to prepare resolution regarding meetings, Policy Committees (council) and Legislative Bodies, essentially shutting down Council Committees and Boards and Commissions to any new action until COVID-19 emergency is over, only time-sensitive, FY2022 budget and COVID-19 related action to continue, existing referrals in committee may continue, but implementation will be postponed, 2. Systems realignment proposal limits when (by April 30) and how “major” items may be submitted to Council for consideration (vote), A “major” item is anything that requires more staff, cannot be folded into existing resources, requires additional or new infrastructure or technology, subject to legal challenge, unable to sustain enforcement. Outlines a 5-step process (pages 9-21 in packet)
Ashby and North Berkeley BART CAG at 6 – 9 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/bartplanning/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/91768201174?pwd=NVhIMndERzdHZjhhMU1iaUJ5dHFSQT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 917 6820 1174 Password: 350113
AGENDA: 3. Feedback on Draft Joint Vision and Priorities – affordable housing, land use, public and civic open space, building form, 4. Draft Zoning Presentation and Discussion,
Children, Youth and Recreation Commission at 7 pm
http://www.ci.berkeley.ca.us/Children_Youth_and_Recreation_Commission/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/91866429503
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 918 6642 9503
AGENDA: 9. FY General Fund overview, 10. PRW Capital Projects update, 11. Echo Lake Scholarship, 12. COVID related program changes,
Zero Waste Commission at 7 – 9 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Zero_Waste_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/s/82587046286
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 825 8704 6286
AGENDA: Discussion and Action Items 1. Current status of mixed non-bottle #1-7 plastics, 2. Textile recycling, 4. Review Zero Waste Declaration and consider recommendation to Council, 5. Covid impact on waste generation.
Homeless Services Panel of Experts at 7 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Homeless_Services_Panel_of_Experts.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/99722440245
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 997 2244 0245
AGENDA: 8. Discussion monies needed to sustain current programs, budget allocations, other funding sources, i.e. FEMA, 9. Allocation of Measure P funds for Emergency Medical Transport (5150), 10. Discussion of establishing a flex fund to address critical needs between budget cycles, 12. Unmet needs from Measure P Funding, 13. Other sources of funding for 1367 University, 14. Possible consolidations of Homeless Services Panel of Experts and Homeless Commission,
Tuesday, March 23, 2021
Solano Avenue BID at 10 am
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Solano_BID_Board.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86475480085
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 864 7548 0085
AGENDA: 4. Goals 2021, 5. Coordination & Communication as COVID restrictions continue
City Council Regular Meeting at 6 pm, (Email: [email protected])
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82597941909
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 825 9794 1909
AGENDA: CONSENT: 1. Add $100,000 total $250,000 with AG Witt for COVID-19 Emergency Operations Cost Recovery Consultant, 2. Partnership with EBCE to Pursue Solar and Battery Energy Storage Systems on Municipal Facilities, 3. Add $250,000 total $1 million add 3 years to 6/30/25 with Serological Research Institute for DNA Testing Services, 4. FY2022 Street Lightening Assessments, 5. Add $150,000 total $250,000 extend to 6/30/2022 with Restoration Management Company for emergency services in the event of flooding, sewer backups or other property damage that requires restoration, 6. Appointment of boona cheema and Javonna Blanton to Mental Health Commission, 9. Proclamation Holocaust Remembrance Day, 8. 2021 Alameda County Redistricting Process – calling for resources for redistricting, 9. Establish a Parking Benefits District in the Adeline Corridor Budget Referral $50,000, 10. Honor Holocaust Remembrance Day, 11. Support AB 286: requires food delivery platforms to provide accurate transaction breakdowns, 12. Support AB 314: right to unionize and bargain for improved wages and working conditions, 13. Support AB 328: allows those with recent histories of incarceration to remain stably housed and exit homelessness through grants and housing services interventions, 14. Support AB 1400: Health Care for All, ACTION: 15. Updated BESO fees, 16. ZAB Appeal 1200 San Pablo, 17. Objective Standards for Density, Design and Shadows from Joint Subcommittee for the Implementation of State Housing Laws, 18. Partnership for the Bay’s Future and Current Anti-Displacement Initiatives (continued from 2/23/2021) 19. Children, Youth and Recreation Commission FY2021 Work Plan,
Wednesday, March 24, 2021
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board Security Deposits Rights and Responsibilities at 10 am
Webinar requires preregistration https://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board Outreach Committee at 5:30 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/95333214702?pwd=alhLTy9DR1FZdkd4aGV4Y2kwWDRKUT09
Teleconference: 1-699-900-6833 Meeting ID: 953 3321 4702 Passcode: 789996
AGENDA: 5. Landlord/Tenant Survey,
Energy Commission at 5 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Energy_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/91282802031
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 912 8280 2031
AGENDA: 7. Vision Zero Update, 8. Discussion Dublin Opting default to EBCE 100% renewable
Civic Arts Commission at 6 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CivicArtsCommissionHomepage/
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86147520326
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 861 4752 0326
AGENDA: 7. Proposed changes by Michael Arcega for the San Pablo Park public art project
Disaster and Fire Safety Commission at 7 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Disaster_and_Fire_Safety_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/96816312434
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 968 1631 2434
AGENDA: 3. Revision Automatic Gas Shut-off valves recommendation, 4. Amend local ADU zoning ordinance and Berkeley’s Fire Code, 6. Density ordinance (quadplexes) and Berkeley’s Fire Code, 9. MOU on Grizzly Peak (Fire Dept)
Police Review Commission at 7 – 10 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87070468124
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 870 7046 8124
AGENDA: 3. Public comment on agenda & non-agenda items, 8. Subcommittee reports and action, a. Warrant Service Policy, b. Outreach, c. Lexipol Policies, 9. Transition to Police Accountability, applications due March 29, 10. a. PRC involvement in hiring new Police Chief, b. Whether to participate in Use of Force (UOF) training, c. UOF implementation issues – Policy 300
Thursday, March 25, 2021
City Council Budget & Finance Committee, 10 am
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Budget___Finance.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82520331601
Teleconference: 1-699-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 825 2033 1601
AGENDA: 2. Potential Measure P allocations FY2022, 3. Police Overtime Update, 4. Pre-development allocation – Ashby Recreation and Community Housing (ARCH) Consortium to work with staff to develop planning grant for Ashby BART East Parking lot.
City Council Special Meeting, 6 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82133233284
Teleconference: 1-699-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 821 3323 3284
AGENDA: 1. Initiation of Public Process and Zoning Concepts for 2023-2031 Housing Element, authors Droste, Arreguin, Kesarwani, Taplin, (quadplex zoning-slipped in pages 2, 9) 2. Initiation of Participatory Planning for Berkeley’s Regional Housing Needs Allocation (RHNA) (defines comprehensive planning process – well done) authors Hahn, Harrison, co-sponsor Bartlett
Cedar Rose Pickleball Courts Community Forum at 6:30 – 8 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=17296
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/93324353996
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 933 2435 3996
Zoning Adjustment Board at 7 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/97963794144
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 979 6379 4144
AGENDA: 2. 3031 Telegraph – demolish existing 2-story commercial, construct 6-story, mixed-use with 110 dwelling units (includes 7 very low income) 112 bicycle spaces, 29 vehicle spaces on ground level – staff recommend approve
3. 0 Cragmont (1158) - construct new single-family residence with attached 2-car garage on existing vacant parcel, continue off calendar
4. Presentation JSISHL Recommendations
Mental Health Commission at 7 – 9 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Mental_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/96361748103
Teleconference: 1-699-900-9128 Meeting ID: 963 6174 8103
AGENDA: 3. Special Care Unit, 5. Data Collection Issues and Concerns, 8. Interview and vote on nomination of Monica Jones, 9. Recommendation for Jail Diversion Strategies, 10. Discussion of 1/2/2021 police shooting of Vincent Bryant video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w61QRRvC13g
Community for a Cultural Civic Center (CCCC) at 12 – 1:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88153954875?pwd=WGxqRndONmE1N0FCOTdMd2FBMHhhUT09
Friday, March 26, 2021 & Saturday, March 27, 2021 & Sunday, March 28, 2021
No City meetings or events found
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March 30 Regular City Council Meeting at 6 pm available for comment
email: [email protected]
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81872119058
Teleconference: 1-699-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID:
AGENDA CONSENT: 3.Police Accountability Board Ordinance amendment for member LOAs and council-approved alternative commissioner. 4. $24,063 Contracts extended to 6/30/2021 for Center For Independent Living, Pacific Center, & YEAH, 5. Amend Contract add $30,714 total $878,142 with Covenant House – YEAH, Mental Health Services Act Fund, 6. Designate City Labor Negotiators 1/1/2021-12/31/2021, 7. Aide Letter Agreement: Public Employee Union, Local 1/AFSCME Council 57 authorizing 80 hours of additional emergency paid sick leave (EPSL), 8. Amend and extend ERMA to 12/30/2021 $80,000, 9. Contract add $120,000 total $2,154,769 with ESI for IBM hardware and software lease 6/2/2003-6/30/2022, 10. Amend contract add $147,991 total $402,961 and extend to 6/30/2024 with Tyler Technologies for Open Data Portal’s Hosting Services, 11. Contract add $235,000 total $852,200 and extend to 6/30/2023 with TruePoint Solutions for Accela Professional Services, 12. Contract add $68,440 and extend 6/30/2023 with Verint Systems for Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software Maintenance, 13. Contract add $76,906 total $141,906 to 6/30/2023 with NextRequest for Public Records Act (PRA) Response Software, 14. Contract add $25,000 total $100,014 extend 6/30/2022 with CBF Electric & Data for Wi-Fi Installation, 15. Contract add $200,000 total $249,500 extend 6/30/2023 with Gray Quarter, Inc. for Accela Professional Services, 16. P.O. $512,000 for Protiviti Government Services: Using GSA for Professional Services thru 6/20/2022, 17. Add $42,000 total $146,400 contingency $42,800 with Lind Marine to remove derelict and abandoned vessels from Berkeley Marina, 18. Utility Agreement $720,000 for sewer line for future fieldhouse restroom at Tom Bates Regional Sports Complex, 19. Add $70,000 total $295,400 and extend 12/31/2023 with Street Level Advisors for Development Fee Feasibility Analysis, 20. Budget Referral Police Foot/Bike Patrol in West Berkeley, Beats 11-16, 21. Budget Referral Stop signs at Dwight and California, 22. Letter to Google requesting inclusion of commercial truck routes on google maps platform, 23. Refer to Disability Commission Discussion on East Bay Paratransit and Transportation Needs of Berkeleyans with Disabilities, 24. Providing Unhoused with Fire Extinguishers Council Safety committee qualified positive recommendation to consider fire extinguishers and other fire prevention tools such as wool blankets, 25. Budget Referral New Project Coordinator to implement Electric Mobility Roadmap and Climate Initiatives, 26. Support AB 20 Corporate-Free Elections prohibits businesses from making campaign contributions to candidates for elective office, 27. Support AB 37 requiring vote-by-mail ballots to all voters for every election, 28. Support AB 854 Ellis Act Reform, ACTION: 29. Hearing Bond Financing for 2870 Adeline (Harriet Tubman Terrace Apt) 30. Ordinance permanently banning less lethal weaponry – Council Safety Committee forwarded with negative recommendation for Council to take no action, 31. Recognize the Rights of Nature qualified positive recommendation to place obligation on City not residents, Information Reports: 32. FY 2020 4th Quarter Investment report ending 6/30/2020, 33. FY 2021 1st Investment Report ended 9/30/2020, 34. Referral 2nd Dwelling Unit/ADU pilot program to house the homeless, 35. Report Worker’s Comp FY 2019-2020,
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
1200-1214 San Pablo (construct mixed-use building) 3/23/2021
2421 Fifth Street (construct two residential buildings) 6/1/2021
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with End of Appeal Period
800 Dwight 3/30/2021
1030 Euclid 4/1/2021
1336 Gilman 3/30/2021
2102 San Pablo 4/1/2021
1122 University 3/23/2021
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSESSIONS
May 18 – (tentative) – 1. Bayer Development Agreement, 2. Affordable Housing Policy Reform
July 20 – nothing scheduled
September 21 – 1. Housing Element (RHNA)
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Berkeley Police Department Hiring Practices (referred by Public Safety Committee)
Update Zero Waste Priorities
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Systems Realignment
Measure FF and Fire Prevention
Worth Noting:
The week ahead is no ordinary week and there are meetings that need your attention and comment.
Monday the Agenda and Rules Committee meets at 2:30 pm with two agenda items both which are explained below,
Tuesday at the City Council meeting starting at 6 pm. Item 17 under action is about the Joint Subcommittee on Objective Standards for Implementation of State Housing Law which was formed and met, but was unable to reach agreement leaving work unfinished and includes request for $200,000 for consultant.
Thursday at 6 pm is a special City Council meeting with two competing items on the agenda regarding how to approach adding housing. My vote is item 2. Item 2 on the agenda from authors Hahn, & Harrison co-sponsor Bartlett. Item 2 explains Regional Housing Needs Allocation and defines a public process. The other item is an attempt to cover for the problematic quadplex zoning that resulted in the initiation of two Open Government Commission complaints. https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/
A weekly review of what happened in key city meetings is published late Sunday in http://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
Under Activist’s Diary and on this website under Notes From the Editor page
Sunday, March 21, 2021
No City meetings or events found
Monday, March 22, 2021
Agenda and Rules Committee at 2:30 pm,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87060954994
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 825 9794 1909
AGENDA: 1. Recommendations on Policy Committees and Legislative workflow during COVID-19 - Request CM to prepare resolution regarding meetings, Policy Committees (council) and Legislative Bodies, essentially shutting down Council Committees and Boards and Commissions to any new action until COVID-19 emergency is over, only time-sensitive, FY2022 budget and COVID-19 related action to continue, existing referrals in committee may continue, but implementation will be postponed, 2. Systems realignment proposal limits when (by April 30) and how “major” items may be submitted to Council for consideration (vote), A “major” item is anything that requires more staff, cannot be folded into existing resources, requires additional or new infrastructure or technology, subject to legal challenge, unable to sustain enforcement. Outlines a 5-step process (pages 9-21 in packet)
Ashby and North Berkeley BART CAG at 6 – 9 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/bartplanning/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/91768201174?pwd=NVhIMndERzdHZjhhMU1iaUJ5dHFSQT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 917 6820 1174 Password: 350113
AGENDA: 3. Feedback on Draft Joint Vision and Priorities – affordable housing, land use, public and civic open space, building form, 4. Draft Zoning Presentation and Discussion,
Children, Youth and Recreation Commission at 7 pm
http://www.ci.berkeley.ca.us/Children_Youth_and_Recreation_Commission/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/91866429503
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 918 6642 9503
AGENDA: 9. FY General Fund overview, 10. PRW Capital Projects update, 11. Echo Lake Scholarship, 12. COVID related program changes,
Zero Waste Commission at 7 – 9 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Zero_Waste_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/s/82587046286
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 825 8704 6286
AGENDA: Discussion and Action Items 1. Current status of mixed non-bottle #1-7 plastics, 2. Textile recycling, 4. Review Zero Waste Declaration and consider recommendation to Council, 5. Covid impact on waste generation.
Homeless Services Panel of Experts at 7 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Homeless_Services_Panel_of_Experts.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/99722440245
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 997 2244 0245
AGENDA: 8. Discussion monies needed to sustain current programs, budget allocations, other funding sources, i.e. FEMA, 9. Allocation of Measure P funds for Emergency Medical Transport (5150), 10. Discussion of establishing a flex fund to address critical needs between budget cycles, 12. Unmet needs from Measure P Funding, 13. Other sources of funding for 1367 University, 14. Possible consolidations of Homeless Services Panel of Experts and Homeless Commission,
Tuesday, March 23, 2021
Solano Avenue BID at 10 am
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Solano_BID_Board.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86475480085
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 864 7548 0085
AGENDA: 4. Goals 2021, 5. Coordination & Communication as COVID restrictions continue
City Council Regular Meeting at 6 pm, (Email: [email protected])
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82597941909
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 825 9794 1909
AGENDA: CONSENT: 1. Add $100,000 total $250,000 with AG Witt for COVID-19 Emergency Operations Cost Recovery Consultant, 2. Partnership with EBCE to Pursue Solar and Battery Energy Storage Systems on Municipal Facilities, 3. Add $250,000 total $1 million add 3 years to 6/30/25 with Serological Research Institute for DNA Testing Services, 4. FY2022 Street Lightening Assessments, 5. Add $150,000 total $250,000 extend to 6/30/2022 with Restoration Management Company for emergency services in the event of flooding, sewer backups or other property damage that requires restoration, 6. Appointment of boona cheema and Javonna Blanton to Mental Health Commission, 9. Proclamation Holocaust Remembrance Day, 8. 2021 Alameda County Redistricting Process – calling for resources for redistricting, 9. Establish a Parking Benefits District in the Adeline Corridor Budget Referral $50,000, 10. Honor Holocaust Remembrance Day, 11. Support AB 286: requires food delivery platforms to provide accurate transaction breakdowns, 12. Support AB 314: right to unionize and bargain for improved wages and working conditions, 13. Support AB 328: allows those with recent histories of incarceration to remain stably housed and exit homelessness through grants and housing services interventions, 14. Support AB 1400: Health Care for All, ACTION: 15. Updated BESO fees, 16. ZAB Appeal 1200 San Pablo, 17. Objective Standards for Density, Design and Shadows from Joint Subcommittee for the Implementation of State Housing Laws, 18. Partnership for the Bay’s Future and Current Anti-Displacement Initiatives (continued from 2/23/2021) 19. Children, Youth and Recreation Commission FY2021 Work Plan,
Wednesday, March 24, 2021
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board Security Deposits Rights and Responsibilities at 10 am
Webinar requires preregistration https://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board Outreach Committee at 5:30 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/95333214702?pwd=alhLTy9DR1FZdkd4aGV4Y2kwWDRKUT09
Teleconference: 1-699-900-6833 Meeting ID: 953 3321 4702 Passcode: 789996
AGENDA: 5. Landlord/Tenant Survey,
Energy Commission at 5 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Energy_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/91282802031
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 912 8280 2031
AGENDA: 7. Vision Zero Update, 8. Discussion Dublin Opting default to EBCE 100% renewable
Civic Arts Commission at 6 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CivicArtsCommissionHomepage/
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86147520326
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 861 4752 0326
AGENDA: 7. Proposed changes by Michael Arcega for the San Pablo Park public art project
Disaster and Fire Safety Commission at 7 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Disaster_and_Fire_Safety_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/96816312434
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 968 1631 2434
AGENDA: 3. Revision Automatic Gas Shut-off valves recommendation, 4. Amend local ADU zoning ordinance and Berkeley’s Fire Code, 6. Density ordinance (quadplexes) and Berkeley’s Fire Code, 9. MOU on Grizzly Peak (Fire Dept)
Police Review Commission at 7 – 10 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87070468124
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 870 7046 8124
AGENDA: 3. Public comment on agenda & non-agenda items, 8. Subcommittee reports and action, a. Warrant Service Policy, b. Outreach, c. Lexipol Policies, 9. Transition to Police Accountability, applications due March 29, 10. a. PRC involvement in hiring new Police Chief, b. Whether to participate in Use of Force (UOF) training, c. UOF implementation issues – Policy 300
Thursday, March 25, 2021
City Council Budget & Finance Committee, 10 am
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Budget___Finance.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82520331601
Teleconference: 1-699-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 825 2033 1601
AGENDA: 2. Potential Measure P allocations FY2022, 3. Police Overtime Update, 4. Pre-development allocation – Ashby Recreation and Community Housing (ARCH) Consortium to work with staff to develop planning grant for Ashby BART East Parking lot.
City Council Special Meeting, 6 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82133233284
Teleconference: 1-699-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 821 3323 3284
AGENDA: 1. Initiation of Public Process and Zoning Concepts for 2023-2031 Housing Element, authors Droste, Arreguin, Kesarwani, Taplin, (quadplex zoning-slipped in pages 2, 9) 2. Initiation of Participatory Planning for Berkeley’s Regional Housing Needs Allocation (RHNA) (defines comprehensive planning process – well done) authors Hahn, Harrison, co-sponsor Bartlett
Cedar Rose Pickleball Courts Community Forum at 6:30 – 8 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=17296
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/93324353996
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 933 2435 3996
Zoning Adjustment Board at 7 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/97963794144
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 979 6379 4144
AGENDA: 2. 3031 Telegraph – demolish existing 2-story commercial, construct 6-story, mixed-use with 110 dwelling units (includes 7 very low income) 112 bicycle spaces, 29 vehicle spaces on ground level – staff recommend approve
3. 0 Cragmont (1158) - construct new single-family residence with attached 2-car garage on existing vacant parcel, continue off calendar
4. Presentation JSISHL Recommendations
Mental Health Commission at 7 – 9 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Mental_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/96361748103
Teleconference: 1-699-900-9128 Meeting ID: 963 6174 8103
AGENDA: 3. Special Care Unit, 5. Data Collection Issues and Concerns, 8. Interview and vote on nomination of Monica Jones, 9. Recommendation for Jail Diversion Strategies, 10. Discussion of 1/2/2021 police shooting of Vincent Bryant video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w61QRRvC13g
Community for a Cultural Civic Center (CCCC) at 12 – 1:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88153954875?pwd=WGxqRndONmE1N0FCOTdMd2FBMHhhUT09
Friday, March 26, 2021 & Saturday, March 27, 2021 & Sunday, March 28, 2021
No City meetings or events found
_______________________
March 30 Regular City Council Meeting at 6 pm available for comment
email: [email protected]
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81872119058
Teleconference: 1-699-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID:
AGENDA CONSENT: 3.Police Accountability Board Ordinance amendment for member LOAs and council-approved alternative commissioner. 4. $24,063 Contracts extended to 6/30/2021 for Center For Independent Living, Pacific Center, & YEAH, 5. Amend Contract add $30,714 total $878,142 with Covenant House – YEAH, Mental Health Services Act Fund, 6. Designate City Labor Negotiators 1/1/2021-12/31/2021, 7. Aide Letter Agreement: Public Employee Union, Local 1/AFSCME Council 57 authorizing 80 hours of additional emergency paid sick leave (EPSL), 8. Amend and extend ERMA to 12/30/2021 $80,000, 9. Contract add $120,000 total $2,154,769 with ESI for IBM hardware and software lease 6/2/2003-6/30/2022, 10. Amend contract add $147,991 total $402,961 and extend to 6/30/2024 with Tyler Technologies for Open Data Portal’s Hosting Services, 11. Contract add $235,000 total $852,200 and extend to 6/30/2023 with TruePoint Solutions for Accela Professional Services, 12. Contract add $68,440 and extend 6/30/2023 with Verint Systems for Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software Maintenance, 13. Contract add $76,906 total $141,906 to 6/30/2023 with NextRequest for Public Records Act (PRA) Response Software, 14. Contract add $25,000 total $100,014 extend 6/30/2022 with CBF Electric & Data for Wi-Fi Installation, 15. Contract add $200,000 total $249,500 extend 6/30/2023 with Gray Quarter, Inc. for Accela Professional Services, 16. P.O. $512,000 for Protiviti Government Services: Using GSA for Professional Services thru 6/20/2022, 17. Add $42,000 total $146,400 contingency $42,800 with Lind Marine to remove derelict and abandoned vessels from Berkeley Marina, 18. Utility Agreement $720,000 for sewer line for future fieldhouse restroom at Tom Bates Regional Sports Complex, 19. Add $70,000 total $295,400 and extend 12/31/2023 with Street Level Advisors for Development Fee Feasibility Analysis, 20. Budget Referral Police Foot/Bike Patrol in West Berkeley, Beats 11-16, 21. Budget Referral Stop signs at Dwight and California, 22. Letter to Google requesting inclusion of commercial truck routes on google maps platform, 23. Refer to Disability Commission Discussion on East Bay Paratransit and Transportation Needs of Berkeleyans with Disabilities, 24. Providing Unhoused with Fire Extinguishers Council Safety committee qualified positive recommendation to consider fire extinguishers and other fire prevention tools such as wool blankets, 25. Budget Referral New Project Coordinator to implement Electric Mobility Roadmap and Climate Initiatives, 26. Support AB 20 Corporate-Free Elections prohibits businesses from making campaign contributions to candidates for elective office, 27. Support AB 37 requiring vote-by-mail ballots to all voters for every election, 28. Support AB 854 Ellis Act Reform, ACTION: 29. Hearing Bond Financing for 2870 Adeline (Harriet Tubman Terrace Apt) 30. Ordinance permanently banning less lethal weaponry – Council Safety Committee forwarded with negative recommendation for Council to take no action, 31. Recognize the Rights of Nature qualified positive recommendation to place obligation on City not residents, Information Reports: 32. FY 2020 4th Quarter Investment report ending 6/30/2020, 33. FY 2021 1st Investment Report ended 9/30/2020, 34. Referral 2nd Dwelling Unit/ADU pilot program to house the homeless, 35. Report Worker’s Comp FY 2019-2020,
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
1200-1214 San Pablo (construct mixed-use building) 3/23/2021
2421 Fifth Street (construct two residential buildings) 6/1/2021
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with End of Appeal Period
800 Dwight 3/30/2021
1030 Euclid 4/1/2021
1336 Gilman 3/30/2021
2102 San Pablo 4/1/2021
1122 University 3/23/2021
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
___________________
WORKSESSIONS
May 18 – (tentative) – 1. Bayer Development Agreement, 2. Affordable Housing Policy Reform
July 20 – nothing scheduled
September 21 – 1. Housing Element (RHNA)
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Berkeley Police Department Hiring Practices (referred by Public Safety Committee)
Update Zero Waste Priorities
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Systems Realignment
Measure FF and Fire Prevention
March 14 - March 21, 2021
Worth Noting:
A very full week ahead
Monday – City Council Agenda and Rules Committee at 2:30 pm item 8.b. lists Recommendations from Mayor Arreguin regarding impact of COVID-19 on Commissions/Boards, however, there are no recommendations found in the 410 page meeting packet, The committee is expected to take up Reorganizing of Commissions,
Tuesday – Special City Council meeting at 6 pm,
Wednesday – Council FITES Committee at 2:30 pm takes up plastic bags ordinance and Paving Master Plan,
Thursday – Design Review Committee at 7 pm will have preliminary preview of 600 Addison a R&D construction project. The project plans to be presented on March 18 are different from the plans presented to the Parks Commission on March 10.
The March 23 City Council agenda is available for review and follows the list of city meetings.
Mayor Arreguin announced there will be a special meeting on March 25 at 5 pm on a variety of zoning changes. No details are available or posted for the public.
If you have a meeting you would like included in the summary of meetings, please send a notice to [email protected] by noon on the Friday of the preceding week.
Sunday, March 14, 2021
No City meetings or events found
Monday, March 15, 2021
CCCC Arts Hub (Veteran’s Memorial Building) meeting at 12 – 1 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82042256729?pwd=QTl3VkRrOG1RMEZVbHNYYXY3WFhKQT09
Agenda and Rules Committee at 2:30 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87391137500
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 873 9113 7500
AGENDA: 2. Agenda Planning for March 30 Regular City Council Meeting CONSENT: 3.Police Accountability Board Ordinance amendment for member LOAs and council-approved alternative commissioner. 4. $24,063 Contracts extended to 6/30/2021 for Center For Independent Living, Pacific Center, & YEAH, 5. Amend Contract add $30,714 total $878,142 with Covenant House – YEAH, Mental Health Services Act Fund, 6. Designate City Labor Negotiators 1/1/2021-12/31/2021, 7. Aide Letter Agreement: Public Employee Union, Local 1/AFSCME Council 57 authorizing 80 hours of additional emergency paid sick leave (EPSL), 9. Amend and extend ERMA to 12/30/2021 $80,000, 12. Amend contract add $147 total $402,961 and extend to 6/30/2024 with Tyler Technologies for Open Data Portal’s Hosting Services, 11. Contract add $235,000 total $852,200 and extend to 6/30/2023 with TruePoint Solutions for Accela Professional Services, 12. Contract add $68,440 and extend 6/30/2023 with Verint Systems for Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software Maintenance, 13. Contract add $76,906 total $141,906 to 6/30/2023 with NextRequest for Public Records Act (PRA) Response Software, 14. Contract add $25,000 total $100,014 extend 6/30/2022 with CBF Electric & Data for Wi-Fi Installation, 15. Contract add $200,000 total $249,500 extend 6/30/2023 with Gray Quarter, Inc. for Accela Professional Services, 16. P.O. $512,000 for Protiviti Government Services: Using GSA for Professional Services thru 6/20/2022, 17. Add $42,000 total $146,400 contingency $42,800 with Lind Marine to remove derelict and abandoned vessels from Berkeley Marina, 18. Utility Agreement $720,000 for sewer line for future fieldhouse restroom at Tom Bates Regional Sports Complex, 19. Add $70,000 total $295,400 and extend 12/31/2023 with Street Level Advisors for Development Fee Feasibility Analysis, 20. Budget Referral two Trash Cans on 7th and 9th and Allston Way, 21. Budget Referral Police Foot/Bike Patrol in West Berkeley, Beats 11-16, 22. Budget Referral Stop signs at Dwight and California, 23. Budget Referral New Project Coordinator to implement Electric Mobility Roadmap and Climate Initiatives, 24. Support AB 20 Corporate-Free Elections prohibits businesses from making campaign contributions to candidates for elective office, 25. Support AB 37 requiring vote-by-mail ballots to all voters for every election, ACTION: 26. Hearing Bond Financing for 2870 Adeline (Harriet Tubman Terrace Apt) 27. Ordinance permanently banning less lethal weaponry – Council Safety Committee forwarded with negative recommendation for Council to take no action, 28. Providing Unhoused with Fire Extinguishers Council Safety committee qualified positive recommendation to consider fire extinguishers and other fire prevention tools such as wool blankets, 29. Recognize the Rights of Nature qualified positive recommendation to place obligation on City not residents, 30. Letter to Google requesting inclusion of commercial truck routes on google maps platform, 31. Hearing refer to Disability Commission on East Bay Paratransit and Transportation Needs of Berkeleyans with Disabilities, 32. Commit City of Berkeley to a Just Transition from Fossil Fuel Economy establishing a Just Transition Task Force, 33. Initiation of Planning for Regional Housing Needs Allocation (RHNA), Information Reports: 34. FY 2020 4th Quarter Investment report ending 6/30/2020, 35. FY 2021 1st Investment Report ended 9/30/2020, 36. Referral 2nd Dwelling Unit/ADU pilot program to house the homeless, 37. Report Worker’s Comp FY 2019-2020, Referred Items for Review: 8.a. Discussion Regarding Impact of COVID-19 on Commissions/Boards, b. Recommendations from Mayor Arreguin (recommendations not contained in Agenda Committee packet), 9. Proposed Closed Meeting Schedule, 10. Commission Reorganization of Commissions, Unscheduled Items: 11. Systems Realignment, 12. Amendments to BERA,
(packet 410 pages)
Tuesday, March 16, 2021
CCCC Civic Center Park Meeting at 11 am – 12:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87665359314
City Council Closed Session at 3 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83774829299
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 837 7482 9299
AGENDA: 1. Initiation of Litigation, 2. Conference with Labor Negotiators, employee organizations IBEW< Local 1245, SEIU 1021 Community services and Part-time Recreation Activity Leaders,
City Council Special Meeting at 6 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82970056646
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 829 7005 6646
AGENDA: 1. Digital Strategic Plan (DSP), Funds Replacement Program and Website Redesign Project Update, 2.a. Unfunded Liability Obligations and Unfunded Infrastructure Needs, 2.b. FY2021 Mid-Year Budget Update, 3.a.Parks, Recreation & Waterfront Department Capital Improvement Projects (CIP) update, 3.b. Turning Vision 2050 into Reality: Public Works CIP for 2022,
Police Review Commission – Subcommittee on Warrant Service Policy at 6:30 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84233073529
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 842 3307 3529
AGENDA: 4. Policy 606 Service of Warrants
Wednesday, March 17, 2021
City Council Facilities, Infrastructure, Transportation, Environment & Sustainability Committee (FITES) at 2:30 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Facilities,_Infrastructure,_Transportation,_Environment,___Sustainability.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83096549829
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 830 9654 9829
AGENDA: 1. Ordinance to Regulate Plastic Bags at retail and food establishments, 3. Improving PCI of Residential Streets and Creating a Paving Master Plan, 4. Refer to CM Establishment of Impact/Mitigation Fees to address private impacts (wear and tear) to public right of way (streets)
Independent Redistricting Commission at 6 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/redistricting/
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81934137884
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 819 3413 7884
AGENDA: 3. Update Redistricting Process, 4. Commission bylaws, 5. Brown Act
Human Welfare & Community Action Commission, at 6:30 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Human_Welfare_and_Community_Action_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/4863098496.
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 486 309 8496
AGENDA: 5. CSBG Berkeley Community Action Agency Community Action Plan, 6. Low-income commissioner stipend, 7. Review Lifelong Medical Care – Access to Primary Care/Acupuncture for the low-income/uninsured, 9. Presentation TOPA
Planning Commission at 7 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/92637208872
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 926 3720 8872
AGENDA: 9. 2021-2022 Work Plan, 10. ZORP Subcommittee
Thursday, March 18, 2021
City Council Land Use, Housing & Economic Development Committee, at 10:30 am
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Land_Use,_Housing___Economic_Development.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82575821005
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 825-7582-1005
AGENDA: 2. Tenant Opportunity to Purchase Act, TOPA, 3. Resolution Recognizing Housing as a Human Right – Referral to CM, 4. Affordable Housing Overlay, 5. Amendments to BMC 23C.22 Short Term Rentals, (packet 436 pages)
CCCC – BHS/Youth Meeting, at4:30 – 5:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83640647988?pwd=V3I3WnA1WWdia0VHTjhsZTlONXkzZz09
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board, 7 pm
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/97466721904?pwd=UERxTHhJbHF3NjNzQWIvUkRiNElMdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 974 6672 1904
AGENDA: 6.2. Letter to Council on fourplex zoning proposal, 6.4 Waivers for late registration fees,
Design Review Committee at 7 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/designreview/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/96619829788
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 966 1982 9788
AGENDA: 1. 2023 Shattuck – Final Design Review – 73’5” tall 7-story mixed-use building with 48 dwellings (including 4 very low income), 1250 sq ft ground floor commercial space, no parking, storage for 34 bicycles,
2. 600 Addison – Preliminary Design Review – demolish buildings and structures on industrial site on 8.67 acres to construct R&D campus containing two buildings totaling 461,822 sq ft gross floor area and 924 parking spaces,
SB 330 Project for April 15 DRC meeting 2000 University (former Au Coquelet site) 8-story
Fair Campaign Practices Commission – Open Government Commission, at 7 pm
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/FCPC/
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86316897086
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 863 1689 7086
AGENDA: 6. Mandated Cost of Living Adjustments for Public Financing Program, 8. Providing guidance and clarification to candidate slates, 10. Lobbying enforcement referrals and procedures, 11. Handling of public communications submitted to City legislative bodies as part of the public record in land use proceedings,
Friday, March 19, 2021
No City meetings or events found
Saturday, March 20, 2021
McGee Spaulding Neighbors in Action changed the regular meeting date to the 3rd Saturday at 10 am, Agenda and links not posted yet, check later
Sunday, March 21, 2021
No City meetings or events found
_____________________
City Council March 23, 2021 Regular Meeting at 6 pm, available for comment
Email: [email protected]
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82597941909
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 825 9794 1909
AGENDA: CONSENT: 1. Add $100,000 total $250,000with AG Witt for COVID-19 Emergency Operations Cost Recovery Consultant, 2. Partnership with EBCE to Pursue Solar and Battery Energy Storage Systems on Municipal Facilities, 3. Add $250,000 total $1 million add 3 years to 6/30/25 with Serological Research Institute for DNA Testing Services, 4. FY2022 Street Lightening Assessments, 5. Add $150,000 total $250,000 extend to 6/30/2022 with Restoration Management Company for emergency services in the event of flooding, sewer backups or other property damage that requires restoration, 6. Appointment of boona cheema and Javonna Blanton to Mental Health Commission, 9. Proclamation Holocaust Remembrance Day, 8. 2021 Alameda County Redistricting Process – calling for resources for redistricting, 9. Establish a Parking Benefits District in the Adeline Corridor Budget Referral $50,000, 10. Honor Holocaust Remembrance Day, 11. Support AB 286: requires food delivery platforms to provide accurate transaction breakdowns, 12. Support AB 314: right to unionize and bargain for improved wages and working conditions, 13. Support AB 328: allows those with recent histories of incarceration to remain stably housed and exit homelessness through grants and housing services interventions, 14. Support AB 1400: Health Care for All, ACTION: 15. Updated BESO fees, 16. ZAB Appeal 1200 San Pablo, 17. Objective Standards for Density, Design and Shadows from Joint Subcommittee for the Implementation of State Housing Laws (pages 21- 41), 18. Partnership for the Bay’s Future and Current Anti-Displacement Initiatives (continued from 2/23/2021) 19. Children, Youth and Recreation Commission FY2021 Work Plan,
______________________
Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
1200-1214 San Pablo (construct mixed-use building) 3/23/2021
2421 Fifth Street (construct two residential buildings) 6/1/2021
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with End of Appeal Period
1528 Berkeley Way 3/16/2021
2317 Channing 3/18/2021
31 Florida 3/2/2021
2634 MLK 3/16/2021
1122 University 3/23/2021
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
___________________
WORKSESSIONS
March 16 – 1. Capital Improvement Plan (Parks & Public Works), 2. Digital Strategic Plan/FUND$ Replacement Website Update, 3. FY 2021 Mid-Year Report and Unfunded Liabilities Report (tentative)
May 18 – (tentative) – 1. Bayer Development Agreement, 2. Affordable Housing Policy Reform
July 20 – nothing scheduled
September 21 – 1. Housing Element (RHNA)
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Berkeley Police Department Hiring Practices (referred by Public Safety Committee)
Update Zero Waste Priorities
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Systems Realignment
Measure FF and Fire Prevention
Worth Noting:
A very full week ahead
Monday – City Council Agenda and Rules Committee at 2:30 pm item 8.b. lists Recommendations from Mayor Arreguin regarding impact of COVID-19 on Commissions/Boards, however, there are no recommendations found in the 410 page meeting packet, The committee is expected to take up Reorganizing of Commissions,
Tuesday – Special City Council meeting at 6 pm,
Wednesday – Council FITES Committee at 2:30 pm takes up plastic bags ordinance and Paving Master Plan,
Thursday – Design Review Committee at 7 pm will have preliminary preview of 600 Addison a R&D construction project. The project plans to be presented on March 18 are different from the plans presented to the Parks Commission on March 10.
The March 23 City Council agenda is available for review and follows the list of city meetings.
Mayor Arreguin announced there will be a special meeting on March 25 at 5 pm on a variety of zoning changes. No details are available or posted for the public.
If you have a meeting you would like included in the summary of meetings, please send a notice to [email protected] by noon on the Friday of the preceding week.
Sunday, March 14, 2021
No City meetings or events found
Monday, March 15, 2021
CCCC Arts Hub (Veteran’s Memorial Building) meeting at 12 – 1 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82042256729?pwd=QTl3VkRrOG1RMEZVbHNYYXY3WFhKQT09
Agenda and Rules Committee at 2:30 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87391137500
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 873 9113 7500
AGENDA: 2. Agenda Planning for March 30 Regular City Council Meeting CONSENT: 3.Police Accountability Board Ordinance amendment for member LOAs and council-approved alternative commissioner. 4. $24,063 Contracts extended to 6/30/2021 for Center For Independent Living, Pacific Center, & YEAH, 5. Amend Contract add $30,714 total $878,142 with Covenant House – YEAH, Mental Health Services Act Fund, 6. Designate City Labor Negotiators 1/1/2021-12/31/2021, 7. Aide Letter Agreement: Public Employee Union, Local 1/AFSCME Council 57 authorizing 80 hours of additional emergency paid sick leave (EPSL), 9. Amend and extend ERMA to 12/30/2021 $80,000, 12. Amend contract add $147 total $402,961 and extend to 6/30/2024 with Tyler Technologies for Open Data Portal’s Hosting Services, 11. Contract add $235,000 total $852,200 and extend to 6/30/2023 with TruePoint Solutions for Accela Professional Services, 12. Contract add $68,440 and extend 6/30/2023 with Verint Systems for Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software Maintenance, 13. Contract add $76,906 total $141,906 to 6/30/2023 with NextRequest for Public Records Act (PRA) Response Software, 14. Contract add $25,000 total $100,014 extend 6/30/2022 with CBF Electric & Data for Wi-Fi Installation, 15. Contract add $200,000 total $249,500 extend 6/30/2023 with Gray Quarter, Inc. for Accela Professional Services, 16. P.O. $512,000 for Protiviti Government Services: Using GSA for Professional Services thru 6/20/2022, 17. Add $42,000 total $146,400 contingency $42,800 with Lind Marine to remove derelict and abandoned vessels from Berkeley Marina, 18. Utility Agreement $720,000 for sewer line for future fieldhouse restroom at Tom Bates Regional Sports Complex, 19. Add $70,000 total $295,400 and extend 12/31/2023 with Street Level Advisors for Development Fee Feasibility Analysis, 20. Budget Referral two Trash Cans on 7th and 9th and Allston Way, 21. Budget Referral Police Foot/Bike Patrol in West Berkeley, Beats 11-16, 22. Budget Referral Stop signs at Dwight and California, 23. Budget Referral New Project Coordinator to implement Electric Mobility Roadmap and Climate Initiatives, 24. Support AB 20 Corporate-Free Elections prohibits businesses from making campaign contributions to candidates for elective office, 25. Support AB 37 requiring vote-by-mail ballots to all voters for every election, ACTION: 26. Hearing Bond Financing for 2870 Adeline (Harriet Tubman Terrace Apt) 27. Ordinance permanently banning less lethal weaponry – Council Safety Committee forwarded with negative recommendation for Council to take no action, 28. Providing Unhoused with Fire Extinguishers Council Safety committee qualified positive recommendation to consider fire extinguishers and other fire prevention tools such as wool blankets, 29. Recognize the Rights of Nature qualified positive recommendation to place obligation on City not residents, 30. Letter to Google requesting inclusion of commercial truck routes on google maps platform, 31. Hearing refer to Disability Commission on East Bay Paratransit and Transportation Needs of Berkeleyans with Disabilities, 32. Commit City of Berkeley to a Just Transition from Fossil Fuel Economy establishing a Just Transition Task Force, 33. Initiation of Planning for Regional Housing Needs Allocation (RHNA), Information Reports: 34. FY 2020 4th Quarter Investment report ending 6/30/2020, 35. FY 2021 1st Investment Report ended 9/30/2020, 36. Referral 2nd Dwelling Unit/ADU pilot program to house the homeless, 37. Report Worker’s Comp FY 2019-2020, Referred Items for Review: 8.a. Discussion Regarding Impact of COVID-19 on Commissions/Boards, b. Recommendations from Mayor Arreguin (recommendations not contained in Agenda Committee packet), 9. Proposed Closed Meeting Schedule, 10. Commission Reorganization of Commissions, Unscheduled Items: 11. Systems Realignment, 12. Amendments to BERA,
(packet 410 pages)
Tuesday, March 16, 2021
CCCC Civic Center Park Meeting at 11 am – 12:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87665359314
City Council Closed Session at 3 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83774829299
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 837 7482 9299
AGENDA: 1. Initiation of Litigation, 2. Conference with Labor Negotiators, employee organizations IBEW< Local 1245, SEIU 1021 Community services and Part-time Recreation Activity Leaders,
City Council Special Meeting at 6 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82970056646
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 829 7005 6646
AGENDA: 1. Digital Strategic Plan (DSP), Funds Replacement Program and Website Redesign Project Update, 2.a. Unfunded Liability Obligations and Unfunded Infrastructure Needs, 2.b. FY2021 Mid-Year Budget Update, 3.a.Parks, Recreation & Waterfront Department Capital Improvement Projects (CIP) update, 3.b. Turning Vision 2050 into Reality: Public Works CIP for 2022,
Police Review Commission – Subcommittee on Warrant Service Policy at 6:30 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84233073529
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 842 3307 3529
AGENDA: 4. Policy 606 Service of Warrants
Wednesday, March 17, 2021
City Council Facilities, Infrastructure, Transportation, Environment & Sustainability Committee (FITES) at 2:30 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Facilities,_Infrastructure,_Transportation,_Environment,___Sustainability.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83096549829
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 830 9654 9829
AGENDA: 1. Ordinance to Regulate Plastic Bags at retail and food establishments, 3. Improving PCI of Residential Streets and Creating a Paving Master Plan, 4. Refer to CM Establishment of Impact/Mitigation Fees to address private impacts (wear and tear) to public right of way (streets)
Independent Redistricting Commission at 6 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/redistricting/
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81934137884
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 819 3413 7884
AGENDA: 3. Update Redistricting Process, 4. Commission bylaws, 5. Brown Act
Human Welfare & Community Action Commission, at 6:30 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Human_Welfare_and_Community_Action_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/4863098496.
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 486 309 8496
AGENDA: 5. CSBG Berkeley Community Action Agency Community Action Plan, 6. Low-income commissioner stipend, 7. Review Lifelong Medical Care – Access to Primary Care/Acupuncture for the low-income/uninsured, 9. Presentation TOPA
Planning Commission at 7 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/92637208872
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 926 3720 8872
AGENDA: 9. 2021-2022 Work Plan, 10. ZORP Subcommittee
Thursday, March 18, 2021
City Council Land Use, Housing & Economic Development Committee, at 10:30 am
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Land_Use,_Housing___Economic_Development.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82575821005
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 825-7582-1005
AGENDA: 2. Tenant Opportunity to Purchase Act, TOPA, 3. Resolution Recognizing Housing as a Human Right – Referral to CM, 4. Affordable Housing Overlay, 5. Amendments to BMC 23C.22 Short Term Rentals, (packet 436 pages)
CCCC – BHS/Youth Meeting, at4:30 – 5:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83640647988?pwd=V3I3WnA1WWdia0VHTjhsZTlONXkzZz09
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board, 7 pm
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/97466721904?pwd=UERxTHhJbHF3NjNzQWIvUkRiNElMdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 974 6672 1904
AGENDA: 6.2. Letter to Council on fourplex zoning proposal, 6.4 Waivers for late registration fees,
Design Review Committee at 7 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/designreview/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/96619829788
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 966 1982 9788
AGENDA: 1. 2023 Shattuck – Final Design Review – 73’5” tall 7-story mixed-use building with 48 dwellings (including 4 very low income), 1250 sq ft ground floor commercial space, no parking, storage for 34 bicycles,
2. 600 Addison – Preliminary Design Review – demolish buildings and structures on industrial site on 8.67 acres to construct R&D campus containing two buildings totaling 461,822 sq ft gross floor area and 924 parking spaces,
SB 330 Project for April 15 DRC meeting 2000 University (former Au Coquelet site) 8-story
Fair Campaign Practices Commission – Open Government Commission, at 7 pm
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/FCPC/
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86316897086
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 863 1689 7086
AGENDA: 6. Mandated Cost of Living Adjustments for Public Financing Program, 8. Providing guidance and clarification to candidate slates, 10. Lobbying enforcement referrals and procedures, 11. Handling of public communications submitted to City legislative bodies as part of the public record in land use proceedings,
Friday, March 19, 2021
No City meetings or events found
Saturday, March 20, 2021
McGee Spaulding Neighbors in Action changed the regular meeting date to the 3rd Saturday at 10 am, Agenda and links not posted yet, check later
Sunday, March 21, 2021
No City meetings or events found
_____________________
City Council March 23, 2021 Regular Meeting at 6 pm, available for comment
Email: [email protected]
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82597941909
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 825 9794 1909
AGENDA: CONSENT: 1. Add $100,000 total $250,000with AG Witt for COVID-19 Emergency Operations Cost Recovery Consultant, 2. Partnership with EBCE to Pursue Solar and Battery Energy Storage Systems on Municipal Facilities, 3. Add $250,000 total $1 million add 3 years to 6/30/25 with Serological Research Institute for DNA Testing Services, 4. FY2022 Street Lightening Assessments, 5. Add $150,000 total $250,000 extend to 6/30/2022 with Restoration Management Company for emergency services in the event of flooding, sewer backups or other property damage that requires restoration, 6. Appointment of boona cheema and Javonna Blanton to Mental Health Commission, 9. Proclamation Holocaust Remembrance Day, 8. 2021 Alameda County Redistricting Process – calling for resources for redistricting, 9. Establish a Parking Benefits District in the Adeline Corridor Budget Referral $50,000, 10. Honor Holocaust Remembrance Day, 11. Support AB 286: requires food delivery platforms to provide accurate transaction breakdowns, 12. Support AB 314: right to unionize and bargain for improved wages and working conditions, 13. Support AB 328: allows those with recent histories of incarceration to remain stably housed and exit homelessness through grants and housing services interventions, 14. Support AB 1400: Health Care for All, ACTION: 15. Updated BESO fees, 16. ZAB Appeal 1200 San Pablo, 17. Objective Standards for Density, Design and Shadows from Joint Subcommittee for the Implementation of State Housing Laws (pages 21- 41), 18. Partnership for the Bay’s Future and Current Anti-Displacement Initiatives (continued from 2/23/2021) 19. Children, Youth and Recreation Commission FY2021 Work Plan,
______________________
Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
1200-1214 San Pablo (construct mixed-use building) 3/23/2021
2421 Fifth Street (construct two residential buildings) 6/1/2021
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with End of Appeal Period
1528 Berkeley Way 3/16/2021
2317 Channing 3/18/2021
31 Florida 3/2/2021
2634 MLK 3/16/2021
1122 University 3/23/2021
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
___________________
WORKSESSIONS
March 16 – 1. Capital Improvement Plan (Parks & Public Works), 2. Digital Strategic Plan/FUND$ Replacement Website Update, 3. FY 2021 Mid-Year Report and Unfunded Liabilities Report (tentative)
May 18 – (tentative) – 1. Bayer Development Agreement, 2. Affordable Housing Policy Reform
July 20 – nothing scheduled
September 21 – 1. Housing Element (RHNA)
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Berkeley Police Department Hiring Practices (referred by Public Safety Committee)
Update Zero Waste Priorities
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Systems Realignment
Measure FF and Fire Prevention
March 7 - March 14, 2021
Worth Noting:
Another full week ahead
Monday - At the 2:30 pm Agenda Planning Committee Item 6 Objective Standards for the Implementation of State Housing Law is listed as consent, it should be an action item as the committee assigned to establish objective standards did not reach agreement. Objective standards take on critical importance with the increasing number of proposals for ministerial approval (no public review) of major projects. The Agenda Committee may take up reorganizing Commissions. Those with concerns about the various proposals for restructuring should attend and be prepared to speak.
Tuesday – Regular City Council meeting at 6 pm
Wednesday – If you want to know more about what is happening with housing, watch the documentary film PUSH. BCA is sponsoring the virtual screening
Thursday – The Reimagining Public Safety Task Force meets at 6 pm
Saturday – BNC meets at 10 am. The new Police Accountability Board that we approved by ballot initiative is explained at 4 pm.
If you have a meeting you would like included in the summary of meetings, please send a notice to [email protected] by noon on the Friday of the preceding week.
Sunday, March 7, 2021
DSA sponsored movie series, Who is the International Working Class Today, 6 pm
https://www.eastbaydsa.org/events/1825/2021-03-07-movie-series-who-is-the-international-working-class-today/
Videoconference: https://www.eastbaydsa.org/events/1825/2021-03-07-movie-series-who-is-the-international-working-class-today/
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 858 7053 6500 Passcode: movie
AGENDA: Documentary film of workers in Chicago in 2008 who occupied the Republic Windows and Doors and organized the plant into a worker-owned cooperative, Q&A at 7:10 pm
Monday, March 8, 2021
City Council Health, Life Enrichment, Equity & Community Committee, at 10 am,
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83663740251
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 836 6374 0251
AGENDA: 2. Requesting CA State Legislature to introduce actions to value human life and to condemn racial injustice and police brutality, 3. Presentation Public Health Implications for unsanitary conditions at Aquatic Park,
Agenda and Rules Committee, 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87847857478
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 878 4785 7478
AGENDA: 2. Review and approve draft agenda for March 23 regular Council meeting, CONSENT: 1. Add $100,000 total $250,000with AG Witt for COVID-19 Emergency Operations Cost Recovery Consultant, 2. Partnership with EBCE to Pursue Solar and Battery Energy Storage Systems on Municipal Facilities, 3. Add $250,000 total $1 million add 3 years to 6/30/25 with Serological Research Institute for DNA Testing Services, 4. FY2022 Street Lightening Assessments, 5. Add $150,000 total $250,000 extend to 6/30/2022 with Restoration Management Company for emergency services in the event of flooding, sewer backups or other property damage that requires restoration, 6. Objective Standards for Density, Design and Shadows from Joint Subcommittee for the Implementation of State Housing Laws (pages 21- 41), 7. Appointment of boona cheema and Javonna Blanton to Mental Health Commission, 9. Proclamation Holocaust Remembrance Day, 10. Support AB 286: requires food delivery platforms to provide accurate transaction breakdowns, 11. Support AB 314: right to unionize and bargain for improved wages and working conditions, 12. Support AB 328: allows those with recent histories of incarceration to remain stably housed and exit homelessness through grants and housing services interventions, 13. Support AB 1400: Health Care for All, ACTION: 14. Updated BESO fees, 15. ZAB Appeal 1200 San Pablo, 16. Partnership for the Bay’s Future and Current Anti-Displacement Initiatives, 17. 2021 Alameda County Redistricting Process – calling for resources for redistricting, 18. Refer to staff to work with Ashby Recreation and Community Housing (ARCH) to develop a planning grant for Ashby BART East Parking Lot, 19. Establish a Parking Benefits District in the Adeline Corridor Budget Referral $50,000, Information Reports: 20. Children, Youth and Recreation Commission FY2021 Work Plan, Referred Items for Review: 8. Impact of COVID-19 on meetings, 9. Commission Reorganization (due April 1, Droste author, Co-sponsors Kesarwani & Robinson, Unscheduled Items: 10. Systems Realignment, 11. Amendments to BERA Officeholder Accounts and Council Office Budget Expenditures, (packet 296 pages)
Youth Commission, at 5 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Youth_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/92807173116
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 928 0717 3116
AGENDA: 5. Public Comment, 8. Report Reimagining Public Safety Task Force, 9. Report Out from Consent and Sex Education Working Group, 10. Report Out from Anti-Racist Working Group, 11. Report Out from Trigger Warning Group, Items 12 – 17 form subcommittees on Consent and Sex Education, Racial Justice and Trigger Warnings,
EV 102: New EV Owner Workshop at 7 pm
https://drivecleanbayarea.org/new-ev-owner-workshop/
Go to website to pre-register and obtain links, City of Berkeley sponsored from the Office of Energy & Sustainable Development,
Tuesday, March 9, 2021
City Council Regular Meeting, March 9 at 6 pm,
To comment email: [email protected]
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87992485568
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 879 9248 5568
AGENDA: 2. Settlement Stahlschmidt v. COB $75,533, 3. Commission stipend $100/meeting adjustment for qualifying annual household income < 50% Alameda Co AMI with annual CPI inflator, 4. Confirm At-Large appointments to Reimagining Public Safety Task Force, 5. Deferral $676,464 remaining building permit fees, etc for 2009 Addison Berkeley Rep Theater project, 6. $48,994 Kitchen electrification grant from EBCE for North and South Berkeley Senior Centers, 7. Amend contract add $270,000 total $630,000 with United Site Service for additional portable toilet and handwashing stations for period of 2 yr with option to extend for 3-12 month periods, 8. Contracts $1 million each with AnchorCM and Park Engineering, Inc for on-call Capital Improvement Projects at Berkeley Waterfront 4/1/2021 – 6/30/2024, 9. Loan agreement $5,500,000 for replacement D & E docks at Berkeley Marina, 10. Grant Application $500,000 Environmental Enhancement and Mitigation Project (EEMP) to plant urban forest trees, 11. Amendments to BERA to regulate Officeholder accounts and to change donations to nonprofit organizations made in the name of the entire City Council (not individuals), 12.a&b. Amend Source of Income Discrimination Ordinance to establish Enforcement Procedure – Council Land Use Committee made qualified recommendations to a. with referral to 4 x 4 committee to explore enforcement alongside fair chance ordinance, 13. Council discretionary funds to HelpBerkeley, 14. Declare 3/21/2021 – 4/10/2021 as Cesar Chavez-Delores Huerta Commemorative Period, 15. Budget Referral Rapid Flashing Beacons (RRFB) at 6th and Addison, 16. Budget referral George Florence Park Traffic calming (10th Street between University and Allston), 17. Resolution Supporting HR 25 Calling for Federal Investigation on Sedition at US Capitol and Expulsion of Complicit Members of Congress, 18. Support SB 260 Climate Corporate Accountability Act, 19. Support Vision 2025 for Sustainable Food Policies (increasing plant based food) Council Committee Health, Life Enrichment recommends adopt resolution as amended, 20. Resolution in Support of Establishing Statewide Targets for 100% Zero-Emission Vehicle sales, 21. Budget Referral to allocate Transportation Network Companies Tax (Uber, Lyft, etc.) to Bicycle Boulevards and Street Repair Programs, 22. Council discretionary funds to Kala Art Institute, 23. Resolution Condemning Anti-Asian Hate and Violence, 24. Affirm COB Support for People of Tibet, ACTION: 25. Resolution Clarifying Eligibility for Historic Landmark Designation for Residences of Notable Residents, 26. Berkeley Economic Dashboards Update, INFORMATION REPORTS: 26. Peace and Justice 2021-2022 Workplan, 27. Youth Commission Workplan,
Wednesday, March 10, 2021
4x4 Joint Task Force Committee on Housing: Rent Board/City Council, at 3 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/4x4_Committee_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/98120154505?pwd=eFN2cXhHMkU2Vmc0dHlLQlh5QTcydz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 981 2015 4505 Passcode: 965937
AGENDA: 5. Amendments on Short Term Rental Ordinance, 6. Update on Amendments to Demolition Ordinance, 7. Affordable Housing Overlay,
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board Outreach Committee, at 5:30 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/97798424322?pwd=STB2OTZqOFpyRTVUL2ZRZk9meXFsZz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 977 9842 4322 Passcode: 789996
AGENDA: 5. Survey 2021, a) History of surveys, b) Next Steps for New Survey, 7. Update MM, 8. Work Plan, 8. Social Media and website outreach,
Parks and Waterfront Commission, at 7 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Parks_and_Waterfront_Commission.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/96974512296
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 969 7451 2296
AGENDA: 7. Capital Budget, 8. Presentation Annual Monarch Butterfly Monitoring at Aquatic Park, 9. Workplan, 10. Request to Council to allocate Transient Occupancy Tax, (“hotel tax”) generated in the Marina to the Marina, 11. 600 Addison, 12. PWC Capital Budget FY2022, 13. Pickleball and BMX/bike sites, 14. Monthly vacancy report and crime update,
Police Review Commission, at 7 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87070468124
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 870 7046 8124
AGENDA: 3. Public Comment on agenda and non-agenda items, 7. Chief of Police Report, 9. a. Policy 311 inquiring about supervised release status of detainees and searches, b. Update on transition to new Police Accountability Board
Thousand Oaks Neighborhood Association, at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84380068532?pwd=K0NBZUYvcDFPd0Q3Rzh1dVkwOHAvQT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 843 8006 8532 Passcode: 924224
AGENDA: Meet Berkeley’s new Director of Public Works, Liam Garland,
Documentary Film PUSH (film about manipulation of housing), 7 pm
Film website: https://www.pushthefilm.com/
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81011677643?pwd=Q0NzUDB4TVVZQzZsV1ZWcFFsY1hLdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 810 1167 7643 Passcode: BCA
AGENDA: Virtual screening sponsored by BCA, Film is about the manipulation of housing as an asset and commodity. To watch an interview with the director and Leilani Farha as they talk about the state of housing in California and the world go to https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u4-VORQZ1-Q
Thursday, March 11, 2021
City Council Budget & Finance Committee, at 10 am,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Budget___Finance.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84346639907
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 843 4663 9907
AGENDA: 2. FY2022 Budget Update, 3. Unfunded Liability Obligations, Unfunded Infrastructure Needs ($1.1 billion from FY2022-FY2026 – chart packet page 41) and FY2021 Mid-Year Report, 4. Parks, Recreation & Waterfront and Public Works Capital Improvement Plan, 5. Potential Measure P FY2022 Allocations (pages 93-128), 6. Disposition Referrals, Projects and Audits – pages 129 – 210),
Zoning Adjustment Board, at 7 pm
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/91445166785
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 914 4516 6785
AGENDA: 2. 1330 and 1336 Gilman – add sale of beer and wine at existing grocery store – on consent
3. 800 Dwight Way – Bayer Building 69 – construct 98,840 sq ft, 4-story, 79 ft tall building for manufacturing use – staff recommend approve
Reimagining Public Safety Task Force, at 6 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/RIPST.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81679043514
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 816 7904 3514
AGENDA: 2. Mayor and City Manager comments, 8. Reimagining Public Safety Overview, National Institute for Criminal Justice Reform (NICJR) Work Plan, 10. Community Engagement – NICJR, 11. 911 calls-for-service analysis from City Auditor,
Friday, March 12, 2021
City of Berkeley Reduced Service Day
Elmwood Business Improvement District Advisory Board, at 9 am
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Elmwood_BID_Board_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86443349885
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 864 4334 9885
AGENDA: V. Budget and Work Plan,
Saturday, March 13, 2021
BNC (Berkeley Neighborhoods Council), at 10 am, waiting room opens at 9:45 am,
https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/
Videoconference and Teleconference not published yet, check website for links
AGENDA: 10 – 10:15 am welcome and Panoramic Hill Associations update, 10:15 – 10:45 am Lehigh Hanson Asphalt Plant Air Quality Issues with update and Q&A with Deputy City Manager Paul Buddenhagen, 10:45-11:15 am ADU Standards and Ministerial Approval, 11:15 – 11:45 Quadplex Zoning and Ending Exclusionary Zoning, 11:45 – 12 noon Announcements and Adjourn,
Oversight of Policing in Berkeley at 4 – 5 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86908147095
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 869 0814 7095
AGENDA: The new Police Accountability Board, with Mayor Arreguin and Councilmember Harrison and the Police Review Commission, 1. History and Function of Community Oversight, 2. What’s Changing in Berkeley, 3. How to apply to the Police Accountability Board, Questions can be asked during the Q&A or submitted in advance to [email protected]
Sunday, March 14, 2021
No City meetings or events found
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
1200-1214 San Pablo (construct mixed-use building) 3/23/2021
2421 Fifth Street (construct two residential buildings) TBD
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with End of Appeal Period
1328 Alcatraz 3/11/21
1528 Berkeley Way 3/16/2021
31 Florida 3/2/2021
2634 MLK 3/16/2021
1481 Stannage
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSESSIONS
March 16 – 1. Capital Improvement Plan (Parks & Public Works), 2. Digital Strategic Plan/FUND$ Replacement Website Update, 3. FY 2021 Mid-Year Report and Unfunded Liabilities Report (tentative)
May 18 – (tentative) – 1. Bayer Development Agreement, 2. Affordable Housing Policy Reform
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Berkeley Police Department Hiring Practices (referred by Public Safety Committee)
Update Zero Waste Priorities
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Systems Realignment
Worth Noting:
Another full week ahead
Monday - At the 2:30 pm Agenda Planning Committee Item 6 Objective Standards for the Implementation of State Housing Law is listed as consent, it should be an action item as the committee assigned to establish objective standards did not reach agreement. Objective standards take on critical importance with the increasing number of proposals for ministerial approval (no public review) of major projects. The Agenda Committee may take up reorganizing Commissions. Those with concerns about the various proposals for restructuring should attend and be prepared to speak.
Tuesday – Regular City Council meeting at 6 pm
Wednesday – If you want to know more about what is happening with housing, watch the documentary film PUSH. BCA is sponsoring the virtual screening
Thursday – The Reimagining Public Safety Task Force meets at 6 pm
Saturday – BNC meets at 10 am. The new Police Accountability Board that we approved by ballot initiative is explained at 4 pm.
If you have a meeting you would like included in the summary of meetings, please send a notice to [email protected] by noon on the Friday of the preceding week.
Sunday, March 7, 2021
DSA sponsored movie series, Who is the International Working Class Today, 6 pm
https://www.eastbaydsa.org/events/1825/2021-03-07-movie-series-who-is-the-international-working-class-today/
Videoconference: https://www.eastbaydsa.org/events/1825/2021-03-07-movie-series-who-is-the-international-working-class-today/
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 858 7053 6500 Passcode: movie
AGENDA: Documentary film of workers in Chicago in 2008 who occupied the Republic Windows and Doors and organized the plant into a worker-owned cooperative, Q&A at 7:10 pm
Monday, March 8, 2021
City Council Health, Life Enrichment, Equity & Community Committee, at 10 am,
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83663740251
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 836 6374 0251
AGENDA: 2. Requesting CA State Legislature to introduce actions to value human life and to condemn racial injustice and police brutality, 3. Presentation Public Health Implications for unsanitary conditions at Aquatic Park,
Agenda and Rules Committee, 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87847857478
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 878 4785 7478
AGENDA: 2. Review and approve draft agenda for March 23 regular Council meeting, CONSENT: 1. Add $100,000 total $250,000with AG Witt for COVID-19 Emergency Operations Cost Recovery Consultant, 2. Partnership with EBCE to Pursue Solar and Battery Energy Storage Systems on Municipal Facilities, 3. Add $250,000 total $1 million add 3 years to 6/30/25 with Serological Research Institute for DNA Testing Services, 4. FY2022 Street Lightening Assessments, 5. Add $150,000 total $250,000 extend to 6/30/2022 with Restoration Management Company for emergency services in the event of flooding, sewer backups or other property damage that requires restoration, 6. Objective Standards for Density, Design and Shadows from Joint Subcommittee for the Implementation of State Housing Laws (pages 21- 41), 7. Appointment of boona cheema and Javonna Blanton to Mental Health Commission, 9. Proclamation Holocaust Remembrance Day, 10. Support AB 286: requires food delivery platforms to provide accurate transaction breakdowns, 11. Support AB 314: right to unionize and bargain for improved wages and working conditions, 12. Support AB 328: allows those with recent histories of incarceration to remain stably housed and exit homelessness through grants and housing services interventions, 13. Support AB 1400: Health Care for All, ACTION: 14. Updated BESO fees, 15. ZAB Appeal 1200 San Pablo, 16. Partnership for the Bay’s Future and Current Anti-Displacement Initiatives, 17. 2021 Alameda County Redistricting Process – calling for resources for redistricting, 18. Refer to staff to work with Ashby Recreation and Community Housing (ARCH) to develop a planning grant for Ashby BART East Parking Lot, 19. Establish a Parking Benefits District in the Adeline Corridor Budget Referral $50,000, Information Reports: 20. Children, Youth and Recreation Commission FY2021 Work Plan, Referred Items for Review: 8. Impact of COVID-19 on meetings, 9. Commission Reorganization (due April 1, Droste author, Co-sponsors Kesarwani & Robinson, Unscheduled Items: 10. Systems Realignment, 11. Amendments to BERA Officeholder Accounts and Council Office Budget Expenditures, (packet 296 pages)
Youth Commission, at 5 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Youth_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/92807173116
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 928 0717 3116
AGENDA: 5. Public Comment, 8. Report Reimagining Public Safety Task Force, 9. Report Out from Consent and Sex Education Working Group, 10. Report Out from Anti-Racist Working Group, 11. Report Out from Trigger Warning Group, Items 12 – 17 form subcommittees on Consent and Sex Education, Racial Justice and Trigger Warnings,
EV 102: New EV Owner Workshop at 7 pm
https://drivecleanbayarea.org/new-ev-owner-workshop/
Go to website to pre-register and obtain links, City of Berkeley sponsored from the Office of Energy & Sustainable Development,
Tuesday, March 9, 2021
City Council Regular Meeting, March 9 at 6 pm,
To comment email: [email protected]
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87992485568
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 879 9248 5568
AGENDA: 2. Settlement Stahlschmidt v. COB $75,533, 3. Commission stipend $100/meeting adjustment for qualifying annual household income < 50% Alameda Co AMI with annual CPI inflator, 4. Confirm At-Large appointments to Reimagining Public Safety Task Force, 5. Deferral $676,464 remaining building permit fees, etc for 2009 Addison Berkeley Rep Theater project, 6. $48,994 Kitchen electrification grant from EBCE for North and South Berkeley Senior Centers, 7. Amend contract add $270,000 total $630,000 with United Site Service for additional portable toilet and handwashing stations for period of 2 yr with option to extend for 3-12 month periods, 8. Contracts $1 million each with AnchorCM and Park Engineering, Inc for on-call Capital Improvement Projects at Berkeley Waterfront 4/1/2021 – 6/30/2024, 9. Loan agreement $5,500,000 for replacement D & E docks at Berkeley Marina, 10. Grant Application $500,000 Environmental Enhancement and Mitigation Project (EEMP) to plant urban forest trees, 11. Amendments to BERA to regulate Officeholder accounts and to change donations to nonprofit organizations made in the name of the entire City Council (not individuals), 12.a&b. Amend Source of Income Discrimination Ordinance to establish Enforcement Procedure – Council Land Use Committee made qualified recommendations to a. with referral to 4 x 4 committee to explore enforcement alongside fair chance ordinance, 13. Council discretionary funds to HelpBerkeley, 14. Declare 3/21/2021 – 4/10/2021 as Cesar Chavez-Delores Huerta Commemorative Period, 15. Budget Referral Rapid Flashing Beacons (RRFB) at 6th and Addison, 16. Budget referral George Florence Park Traffic calming (10th Street between University and Allston), 17. Resolution Supporting HR 25 Calling for Federal Investigation on Sedition at US Capitol and Expulsion of Complicit Members of Congress, 18. Support SB 260 Climate Corporate Accountability Act, 19. Support Vision 2025 for Sustainable Food Policies (increasing plant based food) Council Committee Health, Life Enrichment recommends adopt resolution as amended, 20. Resolution in Support of Establishing Statewide Targets for 100% Zero-Emission Vehicle sales, 21. Budget Referral to allocate Transportation Network Companies Tax (Uber, Lyft, etc.) to Bicycle Boulevards and Street Repair Programs, 22. Council discretionary funds to Kala Art Institute, 23. Resolution Condemning Anti-Asian Hate and Violence, 24. Affirm COB Support for People of Tibet, ACTION: 25. Resolution Clarifying Eligibility for Historic Landmark Designation for Residences of Notable Residents, 26. Berkeley Economic Dashboards Update, INFORMATION REPORTS: 26. Peace and Justice 2021-2022 Workplan, 27. Youth Commission Workplan,
Wednesday, March 10, 2021
4x4 Joint Task Force Committee on Housing: Rent Board/City Council, at 3 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/4x4_Committee_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/98120154505?pwd=eFN2cXhHMkU2Vmc0dHlLQlh5QTcydz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 981 2015 4505 Passcode: 965937
AGENDA: 5. Amendments on Short Term Rental Ordinance, 6. Update on Amendments to Demolition Ordinance, 7. Affordable Housing Overlay,
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board Outreach Committee, at 5:30 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/97798424322?pwd=STB2OTZqOFpyRTVUL2ZRZk9meXFsZz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 977 9842 4322 Passcode: 789996
AGENDA: 5. Survey 2021, a) History of surveys, b) Next Steps for New Survey, 7. Update MM, 8. Work Plan, 8. Social Media and website outreach,
Parks and Waterfront Commission, at 7 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Parks_and_Waterfront_Commission.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/96974512296
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 969 7451 2296
AGENDA: 7. Capital Budget, 8. Presentation Annual Monarch Butterfly Monitoring at Aquatic Park, 9. Workplan, 10. Request to Council to allocate Transient Occupancy Tax, (“hotel tax”) generated in the Marina to the Marina, 11. 600 Addison, 12. PWC Capital Budget FY2022, 13. Pickleball and BMX/bike sites, 14. Monthly vacancy report and crime update,
Police Review Commission, at 7 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87070468124
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 870 7046 8124
AGENDA: 3. Public Comment on agenda and non-agenda items, 7. Chief of Police Report, 9. a. Policy 311 inquiring about supervised release status of detainees and searches, b. Update on transition to new Police Accountability Board
Thousand Oaks Neighborhood Association, at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84380068532?pwd=K0NBZUYvcDFPd0Q3Rzh1dVkwOHAvQT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 843 8006 8532 Passcode: 924224
AGENDA: Meet Berkeley’s new Director of Public Works, Liam Garland,
Documentary Film PUSH (film about manipulation of housing), 7 pm
Film website: https://www.pushthefilm.com/
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81011677643?pwd=Q0NzUDB4TVVZQzZsV1ZWcFFsY1hLdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 810 1167 7643 Passcode: BCA
AGENDA: Virtual screening sponsored by BCA, Film is about the manipulation of housing as an asset and commodity. To watch an interview with the director and Leilani Farha as they talk about the state of housing in California and the world go to https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u4-VORQZ1-Q
Thursday, March 11, 2021
City Council Budget & Finance Committee, at 10 am,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Budget___Finance.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84346639907
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 843 4663 9907
AGENDA: 2. FY2022 Budget Update, 3. Unfunded Liability Obligations, Unfunded Infrastructure Needs ($1.1 billion from FY2022-FY2026 – chart packet page 41) and FY2021 Mid-Year Report, 4. Parks, Recreation & Waterfront and Public Works Capital Improvement Plan, 5. Potential Measure P FY2022 Allocations (pages 93-128), 6. Disposition Referrals, Projects and Audits – pages 129 – 210),
Zoning Adjustment Board, at 7 pm
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/91445166785
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 914 4516 6785
AGENDA: 2. 1330 and 1336 Gilman – add sale of beer and wine at existing grocery store – on consent
3. 800 Dwight Way – Bayer Building 69 – construct 98,840 sq ft, 4-story, 79 ft tall building for manufacturing use – staff recommend approve
Reimagining Public Safety Task Force, at 6 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/RIPST.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81679043514
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 816 7904 3514
AGENDA: 2. Mayor and City Manager comments, 8. Reimagining Public Safety Overview, National Institute for Criminal Justice Reform (NICJR) Work Plan, 10. Community Engagement – NICJR, 11. 911 calls-for-service analysis from City Auditor,
Friday, March 12, 2021
City of Berkeley Reduced Service Day
Elmwood Business Improvement District Advisory Board, at 9 am
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Elmwood_BID_Board_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86443349885
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 864 4334 9885
AGENDA: V. Budget and Work Plan,
Saturday, March 13, 2021
BNC (Berkeley Neighborhoods Council), at 10 am, waiting room opens at 9:45 am,
https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/
Videoconference and Teleconference not published yet, check website for links
AGENDA: 10 – 10:15 am welcome and Panoramic Hill Associations update, 10:15 – 10:45 am Lehigh Hanson Asphalt Plant Air Quality Issues with update and Q&A with Deputy City Manager Paul Buddenhagen, 10:45-11:15 am ADU Standards and Ministerial Approval, 11:15 – 11:45 Quadplex Zoning and Ending Exclusionary Zoning, 11:45 – 12 noon Announcements and Adjourn,
Oversight of Policing in Berkeley at 4 – 5 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86908147095
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 869 0814 7095
AGENDA: The new Police Accountability Board, with Mayor Arreguin and Councilmember Harrison and the Police Review Commission, 1. History and Function of Community Oversight, 2. What’s Changing in Berkeley, 3. How to apply to the Police Accountability Board, Questions can be asked during the Q&A or submitted in advance to [email protected]
Sunday, March 14, 2021
No City meetings or events found
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
1200-1214 San Pablo (construct mixed-use building) 3/23/2021
2421 Fifth Street (construct two residential buildings) TBD
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with End of Appeal Period
1328 Alcatraz 3/11/21
1528 Berkeley Way 3/16/2021
31 Florida 3/2/2021
2634 MLK 3/16/2021
1481 Stannage
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSESSIONS
March 16 – 1. Capital Improvement Plan (Parks & Public Works), 2. Digital Strategic Plan/FUND$ Replacement Website Update, 3. FY 2021 Mid-Year Report and Unfunded Liabilities Report (tentative)
May 18 – (tentative) – 1. Bayer Development Agreement, 2. Affordable Housing Policy Reform
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Berkeley Police Department Hiring Practices (referred by Public Safety Committee)
Update Zero Waste Priorities
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Systems Realignment
February 28 - March 7, 2021
Worth Noting:
The most consequential meetings of the week are on Monday, the Public Safety Committee meeting at 10:30 am on police use of non-lethal weaponry and controlled equipment and the Land Use Committee Special meeting at 1:30 on Quadplex Zoning. If the vote on Quadplex Zoning is not taken on Monday, it will rollover to the Thursday Land Use Committee meeting.
On Wednesday, the FITES agenda includes two environmental issues, electrification of the city fleet and the rights of nature.
Affordable housing funds for the BART station projects is on the agenda at the Measure O Bond Oversight Committee at 6 pm on Monday and the Housing Advisory Commission on Thursday at 7 pm.
The City Council March 9 regular meeting agenda is available for review and comment and follows the list of City meetings.
If you have a meeting you would like included in the summary of meetings, please send a notice to [email protected] by noon on the Friday of the preceding week. To read the Activist’s Diary of what happened last week go to www.berkeleydailyplanet.com.
Sunday, February 28, 2021
No City meetings or events found
Monday, March 1, 2021
City Council Closed Session 9 am
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86861132018
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 868 6113 2018
AGENDA: 1. Labor Negotiations Public Employees Union Local 1
City Council Public Safety Committee, 10:30 am
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Public_Safety.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83787178426
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 837 8717 8426
AGENDA: 2. Introduce an Ordinance permanently banning the use of less lethal weaponry, chemical irritants, smoke projectiles, acoustic weapons, directed energy weapons, water cannons, disorientation devices and ultrasonic cannons used by police on civilians, 3. Providing our Unhoused Community with Fire Extinguishers, 4. Adopt Ordinance adding chapter BMC 2.64.170 regulating Police Acquisition and Use of Controlled Equipment, 5. Presentation by the Fire Dept on Evacuation Plan,
City Council Special Land Use, Housing & Economic Development Committee, 1:30 am
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Land_Use,_Housing___Economic_Development.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87963480871
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 879 6348 0871
AGENDA: 2. Quadplex Zoning, proposal directs referral to CM and Planning Commission that staff begin work immediately on revisions to the zoning code and general plan to require proposed housing developments containing up to 4 residential units to be considered ministerially (no public review/hearings except in certain circumstances),
Measure O Bond Oversight Committee, 6 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Measure_O_Bond_Oversight_Committee.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/99240323565
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 992 4032 3565
AGENDA: 5. Affordable Housing Development Funds: Ashby and North Berkeley BART and future housing funding
Police Review Commission – Outreach Subcommittee, 6 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82258644009
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 822 5864 4009
AGENDA: 4. Plan for promoting the mission of the Police Review Commission
Tuesday, March 2, 2021
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board IRA/AGA Committee, 5 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/99307513057?pwd=N1IxemRUUXZLWnVDZXBZYWVzR0VkUT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6933 Meeting ID: 993 0751 3057 Passcode: 127788
AGENDA: 6. Inclusive Neighborhood Scale and Quadplex Zoning and potential impacts on rent control
Wednesday, March 3, 2021
City Council Facilities, Infrastructure, Transportation, Environment & Sustainability Committee, 2:30 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Facilities,_Infrastructure,_Transportation,_Environment,___Sustainability.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89572199909
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 895 7219 9909
AGENDA: 2. Presentations on the Electrification of the Municipal Fleet and Citywide Electric Vehicle/Mobility Infrastructure, 3. Refer to CM to Prioritize Establishment of Impact/Mitigation Fees to Address Disproportionate Private and Public Utility Impact to the Public Right of Way (i.e. roads, sewer, waste, other utilities), 4. Recognize the Rights of Nature a resolution to recognize that the natural world has a right to exist, protect ecosystems
Board of Library Trustees, 6:30 pm
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
Videoconference - Teleconference: check website posted links showing as expired
AGENDA: II. B. revised holiday and early closing schedule, C. Reappointment Judy Hunt
Homeless Services Panel of Experts, 7 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Homeless_Services_Panel_of_Experts.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/91377246651
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 913 7724 6651
AGENDA: 5. Chair/vice chair election, 6. Work Plan
Thursday, March 4, 2021
City Council Land Use, Housing & Economic Development Committee, 10:30 am
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Land_Use,_Housing___Economic_Development.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88089267316
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 880 8926 7316
AGENDA: 1. Quadplex Zoning – refer to CM and Planning Commission to initiate work immediately on revisions to the zoning code and general plan to require proposed housing developments containing up to 4 residential units to be considered ministerially (no public review except in certain circumstances), 2. Tenant Opportunity to Purchase Act, 3. Resolution Recognizing Housing as a Human Right; Referral to CM to study financial feasibility of Municipal Housing Development Pilot Program with Cooperative, Nonprofit and Public Ownership Models, 4. Affordable Housing Overlay,
Housing Advisory Commission – Special Meeting, 7 pm
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Housing_Advisory_Commission/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/95339567365
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 953 3956 7365
AGENDA: 5. Draft Annual Action Plan (AAP) for HUD, 6. Affordable Housing Development Funds: Ashby and North Berkeley BART
Landmarks Preservation Commission, 7 – 11:30 pm
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/landmarkspreservationcommission/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/99202219224
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 992 0221 9224
AGENDA: 5. 2527 San Pablo – Section 106 Consultation Referral National Preservation Act, 6. 2000 University demolition referral, 2001 Milvia demolition referral, 1634 San Pablo demolition referral, 9. Archaeological Resources and Native Cultural Heritage discussion, 10. 1227-1229 Bancroft Way City Landmark or Structure of Merit initiation,
Public Works Commission, 7 – 10 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Public_Works_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84312916787
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 843 1291 6787
AGENDA: not posted check after Monday
Ohlone Park Community Meeting, 6:30 – 8 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/99595288548
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 995 9528 8548
AGENDA: discuss future improvements
WETA – Water Emergency Transport Authority, 1:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89718217408
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 897 1821 7408 Passcode: 33779
AGENDA: 5. Reports of Staff : b. Monthly Review of Financial Statements, e. Monthly Ridership, 10. Berkeley Ferry Terminal Feasibility Study Update
Friday, March 5, 2021 & Saturday, March 6, 2021 & Sunday, March 7, 2021
No City meetings or events found
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City Council Regular Meeting, March 9 at 6 pm, available for comment
email: [email protected]
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87992485568
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 879 9248 5568
AGENDA: 2. Settlement Stahlschmidt v. COB $75,533, 3. Commission stipend $100/meeting adjustment for qualifying annual household income < 50% Alameda Co AMI with annual CPI inflator, 4. Confirm At-Large appointments to Reimagining Public Safety Task Force, 5. Deferral $676,464 remaining building permit fees, etc for 2009 Addison Berkeley Rep Theater project, 6. $48,994 Kitchen electrification grant from EBCE for North and South Berkeley Senior Centers, 7. Amend contract add $270,000 total $630,000 with United Site Service for additional portable toilet and handwashing stations for period of 2 yr with option to extend for 3-12 month periods, 8. Contracts $1 million each with AnchorCM and Park Engineering, Inc for on-call Capital Improvement Projects at Berkeley Waterfront 4/1/2021 – 6/30/2024, 9. Loan agreement $5,500,000 for replacement D & E docks at Berkeley Marina, 10. Grant Application $500,000 Environmental Enhancement and Mitigation Project (EEMP) to plant urban forest trees, 11. Amendments to BERA to regulate Officeholder accounts and to change donations to nonprofit organizations made in the name of the entire City Council (not individuals), 12.a&b. Amend Source of Income Discrimination Ordinance to establish Enforcement Procedure – Council Land Use Committee made qualified recommendations to a. with referral to 4 x 4 committee to explore enforcement alongside fair chance ordinance, 13. Council discretionary funds to HelpBerkeley, 14. Declare 3/21/2021 – 4/10/2021 as Cesar Chavez-Delores Huerta Commemorative Period, 15. Budget Referral Rapid Flashing Beacons (RRFB) at 6th and Addison, 16. Budget referral George Florence Park Traffic calming (10th Street between University and Allston), 17. Resolution Supporting HR 25 Calling for Federal Investigation on Sedition at US Capitol and Expulsion of Complicit Members of Congress, 18. Support SB 260 Climate Corporate Accountability Act, 19. Support Vision 2025 for Sustainable Food Policies (increasing plant based food) Council Committee Health, Life Enrichment recommends adopt resolution as amended, 20. Resolution in Support of Establishing Statewide Targets for 100% Zero-Emission Vehicle sales, 21. Budget Referral to allocate Transportation Network Companies Tax (Uber, Lyft, etc.) to Bicycle Boulevards and Street Repair Programs, 22. Council discretionary funds to Kala Art Institute, 23. Resolution Condemning Anti-Asian Hate and Violence, 24. Affirm COB Support for People of Tibet, ACTION: 25. Resolution Clarifying Eligibility for Historic Landmark Designation for Residences of Notable Residents, 26. Berkeley Economic Dashboards Update, INFORMATION REPORTS: 26. Peace and Justice 2021-2022 Workplan, 27. Youth Commission Workplan,
_______________________________
Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
1200-1214 San Pablo 3/23/2021
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with End of Appeal Period
1328 Alcatraz 3/11/21
1528 Berkeley Way 3/16/2021
31 Florida 3/2/2021
2634 MLK 3/16/2021
1481 Stannage
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSESSIONS
March 16 – 1. Capital Improvement Plan (Parks & Public Works), 2. Digital Strategic Plan/FUND$ Replacement Website Update, 3. FY 2021 Mid-Year Report and Unfunded Liabilities Report (tentative)
May 18 – (tentative) – 1. Bayer Development Agreement, 2. Affordable Housing Policy Reform
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Berkeley Police Department Hiring Practices (referred by Public Safety Committee)
Update Zero Waste Priorities
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Systems Realignment
Worth Noting:
The most consequential meetings of the week are on Monday, the Public Safety Committee meeting at 10:30 am on police use of non-lethal weaponry and controlled equipment and the Land Use Committee Special meeting at 1:30 on Quadplex Zoning. If the vote on Quadplex Zoning is not taken on Monday, it will rollover to the Thursday Land Use Committee meeting.
On Wednesday, the FITES agenda includes two environmental issues, electrification of the city fleet and the rights of nature.
Affordable housing funds for the BART station projects is on the agenda at the Measure O Bond Oversight Committee at 6 pm on Monday and the Housing Advisory Commission on Thursday at 7 pm.
The City Council March 9 regular meeting agenda is available for review and comment and follows the list of City meetings.
If you have a meeting you would like included in the summary of meetings, please send a notice to [email protected] by noon on the Friday of the preceding week. To read the Activist’s Diary of what happened last week go to www.berkeleydailyplanet.com.
Sunday, February 28, 2021
No City meetings or events found
Monday, March 1, 2021
City Council Closed Session 9 am
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86861132018
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 868 6113 2018
AGENDA: 1. Labor Negotiations Public Employees Union Local 1
City Council Public Safety Committee, 10:30 am
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Public_Safety.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83787178426
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 837 8717 8426
AGENDA: 2. Introduce an Ordinance permanently banning the use of less lethal weaponry, chemical irritants, smoke projectiles, acoustic weapons, directed energy weapons, water cannons, disorientation devices and ultrasonic cannons used by police on civilians, 3. Providing our Unhoused Community with Fire Extinguishers, 4. Adopt Ordinance adding chapter BMC 2.64.170 regulating Police Acquisition and Use of Controlled Equipment, 5. Presentation by the Fire Dept on Evacuation Plan,
City Council Special Land Use, Housing & Economic Development Committee, 1:30 am
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Land_Use,_Housing___Economic_Development.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87963480871
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 879 6348 0871
AGENDA: 2. Quadplex Zoning, proposal directs referral to CM and Planning Commission that staff begin work immediately on revisions to the zoning code and general plan to require proposed housing developments containing up to 4 residential units to be considered ministerially (no public review/hearings except in certain circumstances),
Measure O Bond Oversight Committee, 6 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Measure_O_Bond_Oversight_Committee.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/99240323565
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 992 4032 3565
AGENDA: 5. Affordable Housing Development Funds: Ashby and North Berkeley BART and future housing funding
Police Review Commission – Outreach Subcommittee, 6 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82258644009
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 822 5864 4009
AGENDA: 4. Plan for promoting the mission of the Police Review Commission
Tuesday, March 2, 2021
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board IRA/AGA Committee, 5 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/99307513057?pwd=N1IxemRUUXZLWnVDZXBZYWVzR0VkUT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6933 Meeting ID: 993 0751 3057 Passcode: 127788
AGENDA: 6. Inclusive Neighborhood Scale and Quadplex Zoning and potential impacts on rent control
Wednesday, March 3, 2021
City Council Facilities, Infrastructure, Transportation, Environment & Sustainability Committee, 2:30 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Facilities,_Infrastructure,_Transportation,_Environment,___Sustainability.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89572199909
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 895 7219 9909
AGENDA: 2. Presentations on the Electrification of the Municipal Fleet and Citywide Electric Vehicle/Mobility Infrastructure, 3. Refer to CM to Prioritize Establishment of Impact/Mitigation Fees to Address Disproportionate Private and Public Utility Impact to the Public Right of Way (i.e. roads, sewer, waste, other utilities), 4. Recognize the Rights of Nature a resolution to recognize that the natural world has a right to exist, protect ecosystems
Board of Library Trustees, 6:30 pm
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
Videoconference - Teleconference: check website posted links showing as expired
AGENDA: II. B. revised holiday and early closing schedule, C. Reappointment Judy Hunt
Homeless Services Panel of Experts, 7 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Homeless_Services_Panel_of_Experts.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/91377246651
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 913 7724 6651
AGENDA: 5. Chair/vice chair election, 6. Work Plan
Thursday, March 4, 2021
City Council Land Use, Housing & Economic Development Committee, 10:30 am
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Land_Use,_Housing___Economic_Development.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88089267316
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 880 8926 7316
AGENDA: 1. Quadplex Zoning – refer to CM and Planning Commission to initiate work immediately on revisions to the zoning code and general plan to require proposed housing developments containing up to 4 residential units to be considered ministerially (no public review except in certain circumstances), 2. Tenant Opportunity to Purchase Act, 3. Resolution Recognizing Housing as a Human Right; Referral to CM to study financial feasibility of Municipal Housing Development Pilot Program with Cooperative, Nonprofit and Public Ownership Models, 4. Affordable Housing Overlay,
Housing Advisory Commission – Special Meeting, 7 pm
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Housing_Advisory_Commission/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/95339567365
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 953 3956 7365
AGENDA: 5. Draft Annual Action Plan (AAP) for HUD, 6. Affordable Housing Development Funds: Ashby and North Berkeley BART
Landmarks Preservation Commission, 7 – 11:30 pm
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/landmarkspreservationcommission/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/99202219224
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 992 0221 9224
AGENDA: 5. 2527 San Pablo – Section 106 Consultation Referral National Preservation Act, 6. 2000 University demolition referral, 2001 Milvia demolition referral, 1634 San Pablo demolition referral, 9. Archaeological Resources and Native Cultural Heritage discussion, 10. 1227-1229 Bancroft Way City Landmark or Structure of Merit initiation,
Public Works Commission, 7 – 10 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Public_Works_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84312916787
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 843 1291 6787
AGENDA: not posted check after Monday
Ohlone Park Community Meeting, 6:30 – 8 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/99595288548
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 995 9528 8548
AGENDA: discuss future improvements
WETA – Water Emergency Transport Authority, 1:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89718217408
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 897 1821 7408 Passcode: 33779
AGENDA: 5. Reports of Staff : b. Monthly Review of Financial Statements, e. Monthly Ridership, 10. Berkeley Ferry Terminal Feasibility Study Update
Friday, March 5, 2021 & Saturday, March 6, 2021 & Sunday, March 7, 2021
No City meetings or events found
_____________________
City Council Regular Meeting, March 9 at 6 pm, available for comment
email: [email protected]
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87992485568
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 879 9248 5568
AGENDA: 2. Settlement Stahlschmidt v. COB $75,533, 3. Commission stipend $100/meeting adjustment for qualifying annual household income < 50% Alameda Co AMI with annual CPI inflator, 4. Confirm At-Large appointments to Reimagining Public Safety Task Force, 5. Deferral $676,464 remaining building permit fees, etc for 2009 Addison Berkeley Rep Theater project, 6. $48,994 Kitchen electrification grant from EBCE for North and South Berkeley Senior Centers, 7. Amend contract add $270,000 total $630,000 with United Site Service for additional portable toilet and handwashing stations for period of 2 yr with option to extend for 3-12 month periods, 8. Contracts $1 million each with AnchorCM and Park Engineering, Inc for on-call Capital Improvement Projects at Berkeley Waterfront 4/1/2021 – 6/30/2024, 9. Loan agreement $5,500,000 for replacement D & E docks at Berkeley Marina, 10. Grant Application $500,000 Environmental Enhancement and Mitigation Project (EEMP) to plant urban forest trees, 11. Amendments to BERA to regulate Officeholder accounts and to change donations to nonprofit organizations made in the name of the entire City Council (not individuals), 12.a&b. Amend Source of Income Discrimination Ordinance to establish Enforcement Procedure – Council Land Use Committee made qualified recommendations to a. with referral to 4 x 4 committee to explore enforcement alongside fair chance ordinance, 13. Council discretionary funds to HelpBerkeley, 14. Declare 3/21/2021 – 4/10/2021 as Cesar Chavez-Delores Huerta Commemorative Period, 15. Budget Referral Rapid Flashing Beacons (RRFB) at 6th and Addison, 16. Budget referral George Florence Park Traffic calming (10th Street between University and Allston), 17. Resolution Supporting HR 25 Calling for Federal Investigation on Sedition at US Capitol and Expulsion of Complicit Members of Congress, 18. Support SB 260 Climate Corporate Accountability Act, 19. Support Vision 2025 for Sustainable Food Policies (increasing plant based food) Council Committee Health, Life Enrichment recommends adopt resolution as amended, 20. Resolution in Support of Establishing Statewide Targets for 100% Zero-Emission Vehicle sales, 21. Budget Referral to allocate Transportation Network Companies Tax (Uber, Lyft, etc.) to Bicycle Boulevards and Street Repair Programs, 22. Council discretionary funds to Kala Art Institute, 23. Resolution Condemning Anti-Asian Hate and Violence, 24. Affirm COB Support for People of Tibet, ACTION: 25. Resolution Clarifying Eligibility for Historic Landmark Designation for Residences of Notable Residents, 26. Berkeley Economic Dashboards Update, INFORMATION REPORTS: 26. Peace and Justice 2021-2022 Workplan, 27. Youth Commission Workplan,
_______________________________
Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
1200-1214 San Pablo 3/23/2021
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with End of Appeal Period
1328 Alcatraz 3/11/21
1528 Berkeley Way 3/16/2021
31 Florida 3/2/2021
2634 MLK 3/16/2021
1481 Stannage
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
___________________
WORKSESSIONS
March 16 – 1. Capital Improvement Plan (Parks & Public Works), 2. Digital Strategic Plan/FUND$ Replacement Website Update, 3. FY 2021 Mid-Year Report and Unfunded Liabilities Report (tentative)
May 18 – (tentative) – 1. Bayer Development Agreement, 2. Affordable Housing Policy Reform
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Berkeley Police Department Hiring Practices (referred by Public Safety Committee)
Update Zero Waste Priorities
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Systems Realignment
February 21 - February 28, 2021
Worth Noting:
Busy week ahead with 20 city meetings and 3 community meetings listed packed into four days.
Monday – At the Council Agenda and Rules Committee, 2:30 pm item 20 is a housing measure allowing ministerial approval of 7 story projects, projects with density bonus restricted to 100% affordable housing including households from low to moderate income (100% AMI - area median income). Percent of units allocated to levels of income is not defined in proposal
Tuesday – City Council meetings at 4 pm Fair and Impartial Policing Working Group Report and 6 pm Regular meeting item 29 eliminates single family home zoning.
Wednesday – is packed, just check the list.
Thursday - 600 Addison is a proposed commercial building (R&D) that abuts Aquatic Park. The project plans include 924 parking spaces plus a shuttle driven through Aquatic park every 15 minutes for 8 hours/day.
If you have a meeting you would like included in the summary of meetings, please send a notice to [email protected] by noon on the Friday of the preceding week. To see commentary on last weeks’ city meetings check www.berkeleydailyplanet.com after Sunday.
Sunday, February 21, 2021
No meetings or events found
Monday, February 22, 2021
Agenda and Rules Committee, 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86534890913
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 865 3489 0913
AGENDA Planning for March 9 City Council Regular meeting: CONSENT: 1. Settlement Stahlschmidt v. COB $75,533, 2. Commission stipend $100/meeting adjustment for qualifying annual household income < 50% Alameda Co AMI with annual CPI inflator, 3. $48,994 Kitchen electrification grant from EBCE for North and South Berkeley Senior Centers, 4. Amend contract add $270,000 total $630,000 with United Site Service for additional portable toilet and handwashing stations for period of 2 yr with option to extend for 3-12 month periods, 5. Contracts $1 million each with AnchorCM and Park Engineering, Inc for on-call Capital Improvement Projects at Berkeley Waterfront 4/1/2021 – 6/30/2024, 6. Loan agreement $5,500,000 for replacement D & E docks at Berkeley Marina, 7. Grant Application $500,000 Environmental Enhancement and Mitigation Project (EEMP) to plant urban forest trees, 8. Amendments to BERA to regulate Officeholder accounts and to change donations to nonprofit organizations made in the name of the entire City Council (not individuals), 9. Council discretionary funds to HelpBerkeley, 10. Budget Referral Rapid Flashing Beacons (RRFB) at 6th and Addison, 11. Budget referral George Florence Park Traffic calming (10th Street between University and Allston), 12. Resolution Supporting HR 25 Calling for Federal Investigation on Sedition at US Capitol and Expulsion of Complicit Members of Congress, 13. Support SB 260 Climate Corporate Accountability Act, 14. Resolution in Support of Establishing Statewide Targets for 100% Zero-Emission Vehicle sales, 15. Council discretionary funds to Kala Art Institute, ACTION: 16. Confirm “At-Large” Appointments to Reimagining Public Safety Task Force, 17.a&b. Amend Source of Income Discrimination Ordinance to establish Enforcement Procedure – Council Land Use Committee made qualified recommendations to a. with referral to 4 x 4 committee to explore enforcement alongside fair chance ordinance, 18. Support Vision 2025 for Sustainable Food Policies (increasing plant based food) Council Committee Health, Life Enrichment recommends adopt resolution as amended, 19. Declare 3/21/2021 – 4/10/2021 as Cesar Chavez-Delores Huerta Commemorative Period, 20. Affordable Housing Overlay allowing ministerial approval for 100% low to moderate income 7-story projects with exemptions in high-risk fire areas and 10’ density bonus to projects in R-1, R-1A and R-2 zones, 21. Budget Referral to allocate Transportation Network Companies Tax (Uber, Lyft, etc.) to Bicycle Boulevards and Street Repair Programs, 22. Resolution Clarifying Eligibility for Historic Landmark Designation for Residences of Notable Residents, 23. Referral to CM to Prioritize Establishment of Impact/Mitigation fees to address impact to public right of way (roads, sewer, waste, etc.), 24. Affirm COB Support for People of Tibet, INFORMATION REPORTS: 25. Berkeley Economic Dashboards Update, 26. Peace and Justice 2021-2022 Workplan, 27. Youth Commission Workplan, REFERRED ITEMS FOR REVIEW: 8. Impact COVID-19 on meetings, 9. Scheduling Closed Sessions, 10. Systems Realignment, 11. Amendments to BERA (Berkeley Election Reform Act) Officeholder Accounts, Office Budget Expenditure Policies, 12. Commission Reorganization (packet 450 pages)
Children, Youth and Recreation Commission, 7 – 9 pm
http://www.ci.berkeley.ca.us/Children_Youth_and_Recreation_Commission/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/97922865566
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 979 2286 5566
AGENDA: 8. Aquatics Programming, 9. 0-5 Programming, 10. Review Summer Programming and Fees, 11. General Fund Overview,
Police Review Commission – Warrant Service Subcommittee, 10:30 am
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84233073529
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 842 3307 3529
AGENDA: 4. Review BPD draft policy 606, Service of Warrants, a. Presentation on Service of Warrants, b. draft policy 606
Zero Waste Commission, 7 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Zero_Waste_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87051994628
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 870 5199 4628
AGENDA: 4. Public comment, 6. Staff updates Solid Waste and Recycling Transfer Station CEQA Study, Mattress Recycling, Treated Wood Waste State Legislation, SB 1383 Rulemaking, Single us Foodware & Litter reduction, Discussion/Action 1. Community Conservation Centers regarding Mixed Plastics
Tuesday, February 23, 2021
Loan Administration Board, 2 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Loan_Admin_Board.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84546367195?pwd=dHlORzBPV21UOXNIS3pjc1Y2UkJlQT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 845 4636 7195
AGENDA: B) Program Review State of COVID-19 Resiliency Loan Program - $800,000 available to lend, C) Action items: a. Children’s Community Center $50,000, b. Heyday Books $80,000, c. Venus Restaurant (Shattuck) $100,000, d. Susie’s Salon $150,000, e. IMM Thai Street Food $150,000, f. Barbarian Grub and Ale $150,000 total $680,000 ($38,000 over available funding)
City Council – (the login and links are the same for the 4 pm and 6 pm meetings)
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81676274736
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 816 7627 4736
Council Special Meeting 4 pm
AGENDA: 1. Report and Recommendations from Mayor’s Fair and Impartial Policing Working Group,
Council Regular Meeting, 6 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81676274736
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 816 7627 4736
AGENDA CONSENT: 1. Home Occupations Ordinance 2nd reading, 3. $210,000 for Mildred Howard Sculpture Commission, 5. Contract add $564,480 and extend 3 yr to 6/30/24 with Jackson & Coker for Lums Tenens Psychiatrists, 6. CA Community Housing Agency (CalCHA) Middle Income Rental Housing Program – authorize CM to enter purchase option agreements with CalCHA for middle-income rental housing, 7. Contract add $118,610 total $820,937 and extend to 6/30/22 with NextGen Health Care Information System for Electronic Health Records, 8. Contract add $77,050 total $102,025 with RevolutionCyber to develop policies and procedures for City’s Data Safety Program, 9. Contract $530,000 with Presidio Network Solutions, LLC, 3/1/22-6/30/22 for network equipment hardware, software and installation, 10. License Agreement Patpatia & Assoc for 125-127 University, 11. Lease Agreement with Patpatia & Assoc for 125-127 University, 12. Contracts $150,000 each with Interface Engineering, Inc and Salas O’Brien Engineers for On-call Citywide Electrical Engineering Services, 13. Contract add $3,556,756 total $11,089,951 and extend to 12/31/22 with LAZ Parking LLC to manage City-owned off-street parking facilities Telegraph Channing, Oxford & Center Street Garage, 14. PO $468,700 with Pape Machinery for 1 John Deere 644L Hybrid Wheel Loader, 15. PO $1,200,000 4 Tractor Trucks, 16. Agreement w/Union Pacific for construction of safety improvements at Gilman and Camelia, 17. Service Animals Welcome Training, 18. Refer to City Attorney to finalize ordinance to prohibit us of City Streets for Operating, Parking or Idling Combustion Vehicles by 2045, 19. Refer to City Attorney to finalize ordinance to prohibit sale of Gasoline, Diesel and other carbon-based transportation fuels by 2045, 20. Amend BERA to prohibit Officeholder Accounts, 21. Form subcommittee OGC and Agenda Committee on Relinquishments and grants from Councilmembers’ budgets, 22. Oppose new US Base Construction in Henoko-Oura Bay of Okinawa, 23. Initiate Just Transition to a Regenerative Economy to Address Climate Emergency FITES recommends vote of no action, 24. Create and Support an Adopt an Unhoused community Program – committee recommendation refer to CM to consider inclusion in Adopt a Spot, 25. Budget and Finance Committee recommended no action on Property Tax Equity Measure and for Councilmembers Harrison and Bartlett to submit item on broader policy issues, 26. Allocation Measure P Funds to Lease and Operate Supportive Housing Project “Step Up Housing” at 1367 University, 27. Virtual Holocaust Remembrance Day Event, ACTION: 28 a. Appeal 1850 Arch, 20b. Appeal 1862 Arch, 20c. dismiss appeals, 29. Resolution to End Exclusionary Zoning in Berkeley, INFORMATION REPORTS: 30. FY 2022 Budget Development, 31. Short Term Referral Quarterly Update, 32. Anti-Displacement Initiatives, 33. FY 2021 Public Art Plan and Budgets, 34. CEAC 2021 Workplan, 35. HAC 2021 Workplan
Wednesday, February 24, 2021
4x4 Joint Task Force Committee on Housing: Rent Board/City Council, 3 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/4x4_Committee_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference:
https://zoom.us/j/95567664573?pwd=WW5iSjU0ZHhRWUgyUkthTUtsVVNIUT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 955 6766 4573 Passcode: 352762
AGENDA: 5. Update Amendments to Demolition Ordinance, 6. Habitability Plans Modeled After LA Practice, 7. Review SB 91 and impact on Berkeley Eviction Moratorium, 8. Update Amendments to Relocation Ordinance.
Civic Arts Commission, 6 – 8 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CivicArtsCommissionHomepage/
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86147520326
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 861 4752 0326
AGENDA: 7. Action items a. 2021 Work Plan, c. Letter to Council regarding vandalism of William Byron Rumford Ststue, d. new name Civic Center Visioning Subcommittee
Disaster and Fire Safety Commission, 7
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Disaster_and_Fire_Safety_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/s/96526127677
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 965 2612 7677
AGENDA: 5. Measure FF Oversight Recommendation, 6. Forming Subcommittee on ADU, Parking and Safe Passages Program, 7. Vision 2050, 8. Cerritos Canyon,
Energy Commission, 5 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Energy_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/94434847226
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 944 3484 7226
AGENDA: 7. Presentation and discussion of Vision 2050 and Implementation
Independent Redistricting Commission, 6 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/redistricting/
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83353968374
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 833 5396 8374
AGENDA: 2. Selection one At-Large and five alternate At-large Commissioners,
Human Welfare & Community Action Commission, 6 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Human_Welfare_and_Community_Action_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/94180404326
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 941 80404326
AGENDA: 8. Review of COB funded agency Program and Financial reports, a. Bay Area Outreach and Recreation Program – Recreation Services for the Disabled,
Police Review Commission, 7 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87070468124
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 870 7046 8124
AGENDA: 3. Public Comment on agenda and non-agenda items, 9. A. BPD response to request to memorialize in written policy instructions agreed to on inquiring about supervised release status of detainees and when searches are allowed, b. Update to new Police Accountability Board and Office fo Director of Police Accountability,
Remillard Park Community Meeting, 6 – 7:30 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/96625955701
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 966 2585 5701
AGENDA: Play Area improvements, Fire Fuel Reduction efforts, Fence surrounding park
East Bay Gray Panthers, 1:30 pm
https://www.eastbaygraypanthers.org/panther_events
Thursday, February 25, 2021
City Council Budget & Finance Committee, 10 am https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Budget___Finance.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84483146470
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 844 8314 6470
AGENDA: 2. Potential Measure P 2022 Allocations (priorities and keeping fund solvent), 3. Disposition Referrals, Projects, Audits, 4. Permit Service Center Fund,
City Council Closed Session, 4 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2021/02_Feb/City_Council__02-25-2021_-_Closed_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82372242662
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 823 7224 2662
AGENDA: Conference with Labor Negotiators, unions: IBEW, Local 1245, SEIU 1021 Community Services and Part-time Recreation Activity Leaders, Public Employees Union 1,
Commission on Disability Special Disability
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Disability_Homepage.aspx
AGENDA: Not posted, check after Monday for links and agenda
Mental Health Commission, 7 – 9 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Mental_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/96361748103
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 963 6174 8103
AGENDA: 3. Special Care Unit Update, 5. Recommendations for Jail Diversion Strategies and Community Services – (disparate treatment by race whether person receives services or jailed), 6. Emergency Mental Health Response in January 2, Incident involving Vincent Bryant,
Zoning Adjustment Board, 7 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/97648826034
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 976 4882 6034
AGENDA: 2. 2317 Channing – demolish existing 2-story medical building and construct 4-story residential building with 17 dwelling units, Staff Recommend Approve,
3. 600 Addison – demolish existing buildings and construct research and development campus containing 2 buildings, 461,822 sq ft gross floor area and 924 parking spaces, Project Preview
Community for Cultural Civic Center, 12 - 1 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88153954875?pwd=WGxqRndONmE1N0FCOTdMd2FBMHhhUT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 881 5395 4875
Email [email protected] to be added to the email list
Community for Cultural Civic Center – High School Student , 4:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83640647988
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 836 4064 7988
Email [email protected] to be added to the email list
Friday, February 26, 2021 - Saturday, February 27, 2021 - Sunday, February 28, 2021
No City meetings or events found
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
1850 Arch (add bedrooms) ZAB – 2/23/2021
1862 Arch (add bedrooms) ZAB – 2/23/2021
1200-1214 San Pablo 3/23/2021
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with End of Appeal Period
570 Colusa 2/22/2021
1205 Cornell 2/22/2021
2421 Fifth 2/23/2021
31 Florida 3/2/2021
2440 Grant 2/23/2021
1901 Marin 2/23/2021
2220 McGee 2/23/2021
1 Orchard Lane (LPO) 2/9/2021
917 Page 2/23/2021
86 Rock 2/22/2021
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSESSIONS
March 16 – 1. Capital Improvement Plan (Parks & Public Works), 2. Digital Strategic Plan/FUND$ Replacement Website Update, 3. FY 2021 Mid-Year Report and Unfunded Liabilities Report (tentative)
May 18 – (tentative) – 1. Bayer Development Agreement, 2. Affordable Housing Policy Reform
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Berkeley Police Department Hiring Practices (referred by Public Safety Committee)
Update Zero Waste Priorities
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Systems Realignment
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
Worth Noting:
Busy week ahead with 20 city meetings and 3 community meetings listed packed into four days.
Monday – At the Council Agenda and Rules Committee, 2:30 pm item 20 is a housing measure allowing ministerial approval of 7 story projects, projects with density bonus restricted to 100% affordable housing including households from low to moderate income (100% AMI - area median income). Percent of units allocated to levels of income is not defined in proposal
Tuesday – City Council meetings at 4 pm Fair and Impartial Policing Working Group Report and 6 pm Regular meeting item 29 eliminates single family home zoning.
Wednesday – is packed, just check the list.
Thursday - 600 Addison is a proposed commercial building (R&D) that abuts Aquatic Park. The project plans include 924 parking spaces plus a shuttle driven through Aquatic park every 15 minutes for 8 hours/day.
If you have a meeting you would like included in the summary of meetings, please send a notice to [email protected] by noon on the Friday of the preceding week. To see commentary on last weeks’ city meetings check www.berkeleydailyplanet.com after Sunday.
Sunday, February 21, 2021
No meetings or events found
Monday, February 22, 2021
Agenda and Rules Committee, 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86534890913
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 865 3489 0913
AGENDA Planning for March 9 City Council Regular meeting: CONSENT: 1. Settlement Stahlschmidt v. COB $75,533, 2. Commission stipend $100/meeting adjustment for qualifying annual household income < 50% Alameda Co AMI with annual CPI inflator, 3. $48,994 Kitchen electrification grant from EBCE for North and South Berkeley Senior Centers, 4. Amend contract add $270,000 total $630,000 with United Site Service for additional portable toilet and handwashing stations for period of 2 yr with option to extend for 3-12 month periods, 5. Contracts $1 million each with AnchorCM and Park Engineering, Inc for on-call Capital Improvement Projects at Berkeley Waterfront 4/1/2021 – 6/30/2024, 6. Loan agreement $5,500,000 for replacement D & E docks at Berkeley Marina, 7. Grant Application $500,000 Environmental Enhancement and Mitigation Project (EEMP) to plant urban forest trees, 8. Amendments to BERA to regulate Officeholder accounts and to change donations to nonprofit organizations made in the name of the entire City Council (not individuals), 9. Council discretionary funds to HelpBerkeley, 10. Budget Referral Rapid Flashing Beacons (RRFB) at 6th and Addison, 11. Budget referral George Florence Park Traffic calming (10th Street between University and Allston), 12. Resolution Supporting HR 25 Calling for Federal Investigation on Sedition at US Capitol and Expulsion of Complicit Members of Congress, 13. Support SB 260 Climate Corporate Accountability Act, 14. Resolution in Support of Establishing Statewide Targets for 100% Zero-Emission Vehicle sales, 15. Council discretionary funds to Kala Art Institute, ACTION: 16. Confirm “At-Large” Appointments to Reimagining Public Safety Task Force, 17.a&b. Amend Source of Income Discrimination Ordinance to establish Enforcement Procedure – Council Land Use Committee made qualified recommendations to a. with referral to 4 x 4 committee to explore enforcement alongside fair chance ordinance, 18. Support Vision 2025 for Sustainable Food Policies (increasing plant based food) Council Committee Health, Life Enrichment recommends adopt resolution as amended, 19. Declare 3/21/2021 – 4/10/2021 as Cesar Chavez-Delores Huerta Commemorative Period, 20. Affordable Housing Overlay allowing ministerial approval for 100% low to moderate income 7-story projects with exemptions in high-risk fire areas and 10’ density bonus to projects in R-1, R-1A and R-2 zones, 21. Budget Referral to allocate Transportation Network Companies Tax (Uber, Lyft, etc.) to Bicycle Boulevards and Street Repair Programs, 22. Resolution Clarifying Eligibility for Historic Landmark Designation for Residences of Notable Residents, 23. Referral to CM to Prioritize Establishment of Impact/Mitigation fees to address impact to public right of way (roads, sewer, waste, etc.), 24. Affirm COB Support for People of Tibet, INFORMATION REPORTS: 25. Berkeley Economic Dashboards Update, 26. Peace and Justice 2021-2022 Workplan, 27. Youth Commission Workplan, REFERRED ITEMS FOR REVIEW: 8. Impact COVID-19 on meetings, 9. Scheduling Closed Sessions, 10. Systems Realignment, 11. Amendments to BERA (Berkeley Election Reform Act) Officeholder Accounts, Office Budget Expenditure Policies, 12. Commission Reorganization (packet 450 pages)
Children, Youth and Recreation Commission, 7 – 9 pm
http://www.ci.berkeley.ca.us/Children_Youth_and_Recreation_Commission/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/97922865566
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 979 2286 5566
AGENDA: 8. Aquatics Programming, 9. 0-5 Programming, 10. Review Summer Programming and Fees, 11. General Fund Overview,
Police Review Commission – Warrant Service Subcommittee, 10:30 am
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84233073529
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 842 3307 3529
AGENDA: 4. Review BPD draft policy 606, Service of Warrants, a. Presentation on Service of Warrants, b. draft policy 606
Zero Waste Commission, 7 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Zero_Waste_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87051994628
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 870 5199 4628
AGENDA: 4. Public comment, 6. Staff updates Solid Waste and Recycling Transfer Station CEQA Study, Mattress Recycling, Treated Wood Waste State Legislation, SB 1383 Rulemaking, Single us Foodware & Litter reduction, Discussion/Action 1. Community Conservation Centers regarding Mixed Plastics
Tuesday, February 23, 2021
Loan Administration Board, 2 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Loan_Admin_Board.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84546367195?pwd=dHlORzBPV21UOXNIS3pjc1Y2UkJlQT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 845 4636 7195
AGENDA: B) Program Review State of COVID-19 Resiliency Loan Program - $800,000 available to lend, C) Action items: a. Children’s Community Center $50,000, b. Heyday Books $80,000, c. Venus Restaurant (Shattuck) $100,000, d. Susie’s Salon $150,000, e. IMM Thai Street Food $150,000, f. Barbarian Grub and Ale $150,000 total $680,000 ($38,000 over available funding)
City Council – (the login and links are the same for the 4 pm and 6 pm meetings)
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81676274736
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 816 7627 4736
Council Special Meeting 4 pm
AGENDA: 1. Report and Recommendations from Mayor’s Fair and Impartial Policing Working Group,
Council Regular Meeting, 6 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81676274736
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 816 7627 4736
AGENDA CONSENT: 1. Home Occupations Ordinance 2nd reading, 3. $210,000 for Mildred Howard Sculpture Commission, 5. Contract add $564,480 and extend 3 yr to 6/30/24 with Jackson & Coker for Lums Tenens Psychiatrists, 6. CA Community Housing Agency (CalCHA) Middle Income Rental Housing Program – authorize CM to enter purchase option agreements with CalCHA for middle-income rental housing, 7. Contract add $118,610 total $820,937 and extend to 6/30/22 with NextGen Health Care Information System for Electronic Health Records, 8. Contract add $77,050 total $102,025 with RevolutionCyber to develop policies and procedures for City’s Data Safety Program, 9. Contract $530,000 with Presidio Network Solutions, LLC, 3/1/22-6/30/22 for network equipment hardware, software and installation, 10. License Agreement Patpatia & Assoc for 125-127 University, 11. Lease Agreement with Patpatia & Assoc for 125-127 University, 12. Contracts $150,000 each with Interface Engineering, Inc and Salas O’Brien Engineers for On-call Citywide Electrical Engineering Services, 13. Contract add $3,556,756 total $11,089,951 and extend to 12/31/22 with LAZ Parking LLC to manage City-owned off-street parking facilities Telegraph Channing, Oxford & Center Street Garage, 14. PO $468,700 with Pape Machinery for 1 John Deere 644L Hybrid Wheel Loader, 15. PO $1,200,000 4 Tractor Trucks, 16. Agreement w/Union Pacific for construction of safety improvements at Gilman and Camelia, 17. Service Animals Welcome Training, 18. Refer to City Attorney to finalize ordinance to prohibit us of City Streets for Operating, Parking or Idling Combustion Vehicles by 2045, 19. Refer to City Attorney to finalize ordinance to prohibit sale of Gasoline, Diesel and other carbon-based transportation fuels by 2045, 20. Amend BERA to prohibit Officeholder Accounts, 21. Form subcommittee OGC and Agenda Committee on Relinquishments and grants from Councilmembers’ budgets, 22. Oppose new US Base Construction in Henoko-Oura Bay of Okinawa, 23. Initiate Just Transition to a Regenerative Economy to Address Climate Emergency FITES recommends vote of no action, 24. Create and Support an Adopt an Unhoused community Program – committee recommendation refer to CM to consider inclusion in Adopt a Spot, 25. Budget and Finance Committee recommended no action on Property Tax Equity Measure and for Councilmembers Harrison and Bartlett to submit item on broader policy issues, 26. Allocation Measure P Funds to Lease and Operate Supportive Housing Project “Step Up Housing” at 1367 University, 27. Virtual Holocaust Remembrance Day Event, ACTION: 28 a. Appeal 1850 Arch, 20b. Appeal 1862 Arch, 20c. dismiss appeals, 29. Resolution to End Exclusionary Zoning in Berkeley, INFORMATION REPORTS: 30. FY 2022 Budget Development, 31. Short Term Referral Quarterly Update, 32. Anti-Displacement Initiatives, 33. FY 2021 Public Art Plan and Budgets, 34. CEAC 2021 Workplan, 35. HAC 2021 Workplan
Wednesday, February 24, 2021
4x4 Joint Task Force Committee on Housing: Rent Board/City Council, 3 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/4x4_Committee_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference:
https://zoom.us/j/95567664573?pwd=WW5iSjU0ZHhRWUgyUkthTUtsVVNIUT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 955 6766 4573 Passcode: 352762
AGENDA: 5. Update Amendments to Demolition Ordinance, 6. Habitability Plans Modeled After LA Practice, 7. Review SB 91 and impact on Berkeley Eviction Moratorium, 8. Update Amendments to Relocation Ordinance.
Civic Arts Commission, 6 – 8 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CivicArtsCommissionHomepage/
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86147520326
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 861 4752 0326
AGENDA: 7. Action items a. 2021 Work Plan, c. Letter to Council regarding vandalism of William Byron Rumford Ststue, d. new name Civic Center Visioning Subcommittee
Disaster and Fire Safety Commission, 7
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Disaster_and_Fire_Safety_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/s/96526127677
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 965 2612 7677
AGENDA: 5. Measure FF Oversight Recommendation, 6. Forming Subcommittee on ADU, Parking and Safe Passages Program, 7. Vision 2050, 8. Cerritos Canyon,
Energy Commission, 5 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Energy_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/94434847226
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 944 3484 7226
AGENDA: 7. Presentation and discussion of Vision 2050 and Implementation
Independent Redistricting Commission, 6 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/redistricting/
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83353968374
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 833 5396 8374
AGENDA: 2. Selection one At-Large and five alternate At-large Commissioners,
Human Welfare & Community Action Commission, 6 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Human_Welfare_and_Community_Action_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/94180404326
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 941 80404326
AGENDA: 8. Review of COB funded agency Program and Financial reports, a. Bay Area Outreach and Recreation Program – Recreation Services for the Disabled,
Police Review Commission, 7 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87070468124
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 870 7046 8124
AGENDA: 3. Public Comment on agenda and non-agenda items, 9. A. BPD response to request to memorialize in written policy instructions agreed to on inquiring about supervised release status of detainees and when searches are allowed, b. Update to new Police Accountability Board and Office fo Director of Police Accountability,
Remillard Park Community Meeting, 6 – 7:30 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/96625955701
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 966 2585 5701
AGENDA: Play Area improvements, Fire Fuel Reduction efforts, Fence surrounding park
East Bay Gray Panthers, 1:30 pm
https://www.eastbaygraypanthers.org/panther_events
Thursday, February 25, 2021
City Council Budget & Finance Committee, 10 am https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Budget___Finance.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84483146470
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 844 8314 6470
AGENDA: 2. Potential Measure P 2022 Allocations (priorities and keeping fund solvent), 3. Disposition Referrals, Projects, Audits, 4. Permit Service Center Fund,
City Council Closed Session, 4 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2021/02_Feb/City_Council__02-25-2021_-_Closed_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82372242662
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 823 7224 2662
AGENDA: Conference with Labor Negotiators, unions: IBEW, Local 1245, SEIU 1021 Community Services and Part-time Recreation Activity Leaders, Public Employees Union 1,
Commission on Disability Special Disability
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Disability_Homepage.aspx
AGENDA: Not posted, check after Monday for links and agenda
Mental Health Commission, 7 – 9 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Mental_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/96361748103
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 963 6174 8103
AGENDA: 3. Special Care Unit Update, 5. Recommendations for Jail Diversion Strategies and Community Services – (disparate treatment by race whether person receives services or jailed), 6. Emergency Mental Health Response in January 2, Incident involving Vincent Bryant,
Zoning Adjustment Board, 7 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/97648826034
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 976 4882 6034
AGENDA: 2. 2317 Channing – demolish existing 2-story medical building and construct 4-story residential building with 17 dwelling units, Staff Recommend Approve,
3. 600 Addison – demolish existing buildings and construct research and development campus containing 2 buildings, 461,822 sq ft gross floor area and 924 parking spaces, Project Preview
Community for Cultural Civic Center, 12 - 1 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88153954875?pwd=WGxqRndONmE1N0FCOTdMd2FBMHhhUT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 881 5395 4875
Email [email protected] to be added to the email list
Community for Cultural Civic Center – High School Student , 4:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83640647988
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 836 4064 7988
Email [email protected] to be added to the email list
Friday, February 26, 2021 - Saturday, February 27, 2021 - Sunday, February 28, 2021
No City meetings or events found
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
1850 Arch (add bedrooms) ZAB – 2/23/2021
1862 Arch (add bedrooms) ZAB – 2/23/2021
1200-1214 San Pablo 3/23/2021
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with End of Appeal Period
570 Colusa 2/22/2021
1205 Cornell 2/22/2021
2421 Fifth 2/23/2021
31 Florida 3/2/2021
2440 Grant 2/23/2021
1901 Marin 2/23/2021
2220 McGee 2/23/2021
1 Orchard Lane (LPO) 2/9/2021
917 Page 2/23/2021
86 Rock 2/22/2021
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSESSIONS
March 16 – 1. Capital Improvement Plan (Parks & Public Works), 2. Digital Strategic Plan/FUND$ Replacement Website Update, 3. FY 2021 Mid-Year Report and Unfunded Liabilities Report (tentative)
May 18 – (tentative) – 1. Bayer Development Agreement, 2. Affordable Housing Policy Reform
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Berkeley Police Department Hiring Practices (referred by Public Safety Committee)
Update Zero Waste Priorities
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Systems Realignment
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
February 14 - February 21, 2021
Worth Noting:
We are looking at a short week with the President’s Day Holiday on Monday, February 15 and city meetings on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.
Key meetings this week are:
Tuesday at 11 am Margo Schueler will give a presentation on infrastructure at Civic Center Park (what lurks underground). At 6 pm is the presentation to Council on the Marina Area Specific Plan and proposed Pier and Ferry.
Thursday at 10:30 am is the Land Use and Housing Council Committee with several impactful housing proposals especially Quadplex zoning which appears to turn over approval of duplexes, triplexes and fourplexes to a desk sign-off away from ZAB (Zoning Adjustment Board) review except in certain circumstances. At 7 pm there will be a presentation on the creation/progress of a Berkeley Department of Transportation (BerkDOT) at the Transportation Commission.
The City Council February 23 Regular meeting agenda is available for comment and follows the list of city meetings. A public comment letter to Council on agenda item 29 Resolution to End Exclusionary Housing is at the very end.
If you have a meeting you would like included in the summary of meetings, please send a notice to [email protected] by noon on the Friday of the preceding week. If you wish to see comments from attending the City meetings of the previous week, go to the Activist’s Diary in the Berkeley Daily Planet, www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
Tuesday, February 16, 2021
Community for Cultural Civic Center (CCCC) Parks Subcommittee, 11 am – 12 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87665359314
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 876 Meeting ID: 876 6535 9314
AGENDA: 3. Presentation on existing ‘grey’ infrastructure of Civic Center, in relation to elements of Gehl Vision and Berkeley Vision 2050 report by Margo Schueler, (pre meeting homework read 25 pages Gehl report overview options A/B/C, 129-133, 146-147, 154-44, 168-169, Aerial View 216-217, Public Realm Plan 224-225, Public Realm Zones 226-235 link https://drive.google.com/file/d/1uhSZ6hTTGoed0T8ugMXffz5DaCc4wDLX/view
Email [email protected] to be added to subcommittee and google drive
Berkeley City Council,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Council Closed Session, 4 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87054545221
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 870 5454 5221
AGENDA: Pending Litigation, WCAB (Worker’s Compensation) (4) Cases
Council Work Session, 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82670306267
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 826 7030 6267
AGENDA: 1. Presentation: Report on Homeless Outreach during COVID-19, 2. Berkeley Marina Area Specific Plan and Pier/Ferry Work Session,
Wednesday, February 17, 2021
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board, 10 – 11:30 am
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
AGENDA: COVID-19 webinar – preregister for links to join
Berkeley Cultural Trust (BCT) Equity & Inclusion Committee, 10:30 – 11:30 am
https://berkeleyctrust.weebly.com/news.html
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/96545147675?pwd=TlNKZGtNOFdSWHArL3ljWWlpNlVoQT09
Teleconference: not given try 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 965 4514 7675 Passcode: 693207
Animal Care Commission, 7 – 9 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Animal_Care_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85743447842?pwd=WmovUGFYTmo4U2gvMVkzcTBJY0dNZz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 857 4344 7842 Passcode: 725597
AGENDA: V.a) Update COVID impact Berkeley Animal Care Services, b) Annual Workplan, c) Update on Friends of Berkeley Animal Care Services, VII. Monthly Financials, Statistics, Budget
Thursday, February 18, 2021
City Council Land Use, Housing & Economic Development Committee, 10:30 am,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Land_Use,_Housing___Economic_Development.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81837769005
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 818 3776 9005
AGENDA: 2. Quadplex Zoning – to allow approval ministerially of projects with up to 4 units if certain conditions are met, also to allow possibility of dividing up existing homes into up to 4 units. And to direct that staff initiate work immediately and for Planning Commission to incorporate into 2021-2022 workplan., 3. Tenant Opportunity to Purchase Act ordinance – expected financing of TOPA combination of City subsidies, tenants’ capital and bank/credit-union loans, 4. Resolution Housing as a Human Right, referral to CM to study financial feasibility of Municipal Housing Development Pilot Project with cooperative, nonprofit and public ownership models,
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board, 10 am
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/94935840413?pwd=VFNXTm9MN2RYY1VPbW1UVmlWanJudz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 949 3584 0413 Passcode: 417409
AGENDA: 5. Special Presentation: Honorary Resolution to Gus Newport in honor of Black History Month, 7. Midyear-budget & addition to add Housing Counselor, Staff recommendations for waivers
Design Review Committee, 7 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/designreview/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/99426090096
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 994 2609 0096
AGENDA: 1. 2129 Shattuck – Review of Building Signage,
2. 3031 Telegraph – continued preliminary design review – demolish existing commercial building and construct 6-story mixed use building, 110 units (7 Very low-income) 112 bicycle spaces, 29 vehicle spaces
Fair Campaign Practices Commission / Open Government Commission, 7 pm
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/FCPC/
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88554543030
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 885 5454 3030
AGENDA: Complaints alleging violations Berkeley Election Reform Act {(BERA) 6. Mayor Arreguin, 7. Leah Simon Weisberg, Mari Mendonca, Andy Kelley, Dominique Walker, Xavier Johnson, & 9. Compassionate Bay} 8. Enforcement referral from City Clerk re Berkeley Community for Police Oversight Committee Supporting Police Commission Oversight Charter Amendment, 10. Remitting public financing funds in event of returned contributions, 12. Lobbying enforcement referrals and procedures, 13. Report and discussion re Council Agenda & Rules Committee on officeholder accounts and budget grants,
Transportation Commission, 7 – 10 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Transportation_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88633458817?pwd=WitFMEZKc0hvU0F1MWd1WjlGM2VIdz
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 886 3345 8817 Passcode: 612870
AGENDA: B. 1. Berkeley Department of Transportation (BerkDOT), 2. Vision 2050, 4. Work Plan
African American History Celebration, 6 – 8 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=16749
Posted as in person at James Kenney Recreation Center, 1780 8th Street celebration of African American history and culture with light refreshments
John Hinkel Park Community Meeting, 6:30 – 8:30 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=17222
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/99710129120
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 997 1012 9120
AGENDA: Potential replacement design and use of building to replace hut, condition of Coast Live Oak trees that surround amphitheater, update lower picnic area, play structure, parking
City Council Regular Meeting, 6 pm, February 23, 2021 available for comment
Email: [email protected]
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81676274736
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 816 7627 4736
AGENDA CONSENT: 1. Home Occupations Ordinance 2nd reading, 3. $210,000 for Mildred Howard Sculpture Commission, 5. Contract add $564,480 and extend 3 yr to 6/30/24 with Jackson & Coker for Lums Tenens Psychiatrists, 6. CA Community Housing Agency (CalCHA) Middle Income Rental Housing Program – authorize CM to enter purchase option agreements with CalCHA for middle-income rental housing, 7. Contract add $118,610 total $820,937 and extend to 6/30/22 with NextGen Health Care Information System for Electronic Health Records, 8. Contract add $77,050 total $102,025 with RevolutionCyber to develop policies and procedures for City’s Data Safety Program, 9. Contract $530,000 with Presidio Network Solutions, LLC, 3/1/22-6/30/22 for network equipment hardware, software and installation, 10. License Agreement Patpatia & Assoc for 125-127 University, 11. Lease Agreement with Patpatia & Assoc for 125-127 University, 12. Contracts $150,000 each with Interface Engineering, Inc and Salas O’Brien Engineers for On-call Citywide Electrical Engineering Services, 13. Contract add $3,556,756 total $11,089,951 and extend to 12/31/22 with LAZ Parking LLC to manage City-owned off-street parking facilities Telegraph Channing, Oxford & Center Street Garage, 14. PO $468,700 with Pape Machinery for 1 John Deere 644L Hybrid Wheel Loader, 15. PO $1,200,000 4 Tractor Trucks, 16. Agreement w/Union Pacific for construction of safety improvements at Gilman and Camelia, 17. Service Animals Welcome Training, 18. Refer to City Attorney to finalize ordinance to prohibit us of City Streets for Operating, Parking or Idling Combustion Vehicles by 2045, 19. Refer to City Attorney to finalize ordinance to prohibit sale of Gasoline, Diesel and other carbon-based transportation fuels by 2045, 20. Amend BERA to prohibit Officeholder Accounts, 21. Form subcommittee OGC and Agenda Committee on Relinquishments and grants from Councilmembers’ budgets, 22. Oppose new US Base Construction in Henoko-Oura Bay of Okinawa, 23. Initiate Just Transition to a Regenerative Economy to Address Climate Emergency FITES recommends vote of no action, 24. Create and Support an Adopt an Unhoused community Program – committee recommendation refer to CM to consider inclusion in Adopt a Spot, 25. Budget and Finance Committee recommended no action on Property Tax Equity Measure and for Councilmembers Harrison and Bartlett to submit item on broader policy issues, 26. Allocation Measure P Funds to Lease and Operate Supportive Housing Project “Step Up Housing” at 1367 University, 27. Virtual Holocaust Remembrance Day Event, ACTION: 28 a. Appeal 1850 Arch, 20b. Appeal 1862 Arch, 20c. dismiss appeals, 29. Resolution to End Exclusionary Zoning in Berkeley, INFORMATION REPORTS: 30. FY 2022 Budget Development, 31. Short Term Referral Quarterly Update, 32. Anti-Displacement Initiatives, 33. FY2021 Public Art Plan and Budgets, 34. CEAC 2021 Workplan, 35. HAC 2021 Workplan,
Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
1850 Arch (add bedrooms) ZAB – 2/23/2021
1862 Arch (add bedrooms) ZAB – 2/23/2021
1200-1214 San Pablo 2/23/2021
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with End of Appeal Period
570 Colusa 2/22/2021
1205 Cornell 2/22/2021
1720 Delaware 2/16/2021
2421 Fifth 2/23/2021
2440 Grant 2/23/2021
1901 Marin 2/23/2021
2220 McGee 2/23/2021
1 Orchard Lane (LPO) 2/9/2021
917 Page 2/23/2021
1128 Parker 2/18/2021
86 Rock 2/22/2021
1216 Stannage 2/18/21
2740 & 2744 Telegraph 2/16/2021
2113 Vine 2/16/2021
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSESSIONS
March 16 – 1. Capital Improvement Plan (Parks & Public Works), 2. Digital Strategic Plan/FUND$ Replacement Website Update, 3. FY 2021 Mid-Year Report and Unfunded Liabilities Report (tentative)
May 18 – (tentative) – 1. Bayer Development Agreement, 2. Affordable Housing Policy Reform
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Berkeley Police Department Hiring Practices (referred by Public Safety Committee)
Update Zero Waste Priorities
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
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Response to February 23, City Council Agenda item 29.
Letter to Berkeley Council Members by Candace Hyde-Wang
Feb 12, 2021
Subject: On the “Resolution to End Exclusionary Zoning”
Dear Berkeley Council Members,
I am writing to address the ‘Resolution to End Exclusionary Zoning in Berkeley’. Since the early 1970s, I have worked in housing development, design, construction, and sales, for the Oakland, Emeryville, and Berkeley Redevelopment Agencies in housing planning and was the lead planner for the Savo Island cooperative housing in Berkeley. After that, I have been involved in the construction of high, medium, and low-income units in Berkeley and Oakland including the use of manufactured units. From that background that I make my comments.
The title of the resolution is sadly deceptive. It frames discriminatory housing history in a way that is inaccurate and unproductive. It dresses itself up as a racial equity plan when it actually serves to further wealthy real estate and tech interests. When addressing housing, we need to look carefully and be guided by facts, not false flags.
In general, exclusionary zoning is not the reason for the failure of the inclusion of affordable housing in communities. Zoning is a tool to order the physical design of cities and it can be adjusted by the general plan process to meet local goals. The lack of housing for low-income people has never been about zoning but about attitudes and finances. At any rate, Berkeley, where low-income units have long been embedded in single-family neighborhoods, would not be an example of the phrase.
Rather than R-1 zoning, historic racial inequity in housing came from prejudicial attitudes that were embedded in inaction, laws, covenants, restrictions, prejudiced appraisals, and lender's red-lining, etc. This resolution confuses causes. Current examples of housing discrimination can also be seen in suburban cities like Orinda and Lafayette that have failed over decades to build the low-income housing required by state law. It is not zoning but exclusionary attitudes and political cowardice that has caused the lack of low-income housing in these low-density cities. California or ABAG can and could have allocated units fairly and withheld tax revenue to force them to meet their obligations. This hasn't happened. But to lay this failure on 'exclusionary' or R-1 zoning is detrimental to the cause of housing low-income development because it detracts from the primary and most problematic issues of political failure and of the cost of housing development. https://timesofsandiego.com/politics/2021/01/02/wealthy-southern-california-cities-fight-affordable-housing-mandates/
We all know that housing discrimination in California was overturned by the Rumford act in 1968. During my real estate career, I have seen historic title restrictions in the Claremont area barring people of Jewish descent, had Japanese clients who had to buy their house secretly the hills due to housing discrimination that restricted people of color from buying above Martin Luther King. I built a house next to four homes on Cragmont Avenue that were built by a white developer in the 1950s and sold only to black buyers in order to make an attempt at breaking housing discrimination. Again, discrimination existed but it was not caused by zoning.
After the Rumford act, housing discrimination largely ended. Housing was not too expensive and many people could buy a home. When I did the planning for Savo, a single-family home in Albany was about $25,000 or about one or two year’s salary for many people. That same home might be $1,300,000 today. Housing prices have far outstripped income.
Our modern housing crisis occurred after about 2010 when the Tech sector ballooned. The Bay Area developed two separate economies, the Tech economy and the regular, pre-existing economy that is no longer competitive in the housing market. When a young couple has a combined salary of $300,000 to $400,000 a year, how is a teacher or an essential worker going to compete? Limited supply, the stratospheric costs of construction (costs that do not follow a manufacturing model of the more you build the cheaper it will be), and income inequality have delivered a real problem for many people. And that is the primary housing issue we face now. To the extent that Hispanic and black communities are disproportionately represented in housing scarcity, it is an income issue. But there are many people of all ethnic and racial backgrounds who cannot afford housing in Berkeley or the Bay Area now.
If R-1 zoning is upzoned to higher density, it will somewhat address the issue of supply but not the issue of income inequality and affordability. If one calculates the costs of redeveloping expensive Berkeley R-1 properties including land costs, demolition, planning, construction, financing costs, sales costs, and developers' profits, you get very expensive rental or condominium properties which will be unlikely to address the affordability issue without large subsidies. If Berkeley is interested in making housing more affordable (aka more inclusionary), we need to have a plan that addresses affordability. Rezoning may be part of the solution but there needs to be a plan showing how. Similarly, if we are interested in addressing climate through housing, we need to address that issue. If we want to address the ability of the Tech sector to build out Berkeley to satisfy its workers, we can do that. In fact, that is what this resolution does.
As the most densely populated small city in California, Berkeley is largely completely built out. Adding more housing in underdeveloped areas like the San Pablo corridor or the Telegraph corridor and redeveloping seismically unsafe structures can make a contribution to the health of our city, if not its affordability, without causing density problems like traffic overload. But after that, we need some time to do Environment Impact Reports, specific site identification and analysis, and some intelligent planning to truly assess what different options might mean. We need to take a thoughtful approach because no matter what we do, the housing affordability issue, aka the diversity in housing issue, is very difficult to solve. We could be helped by an infusion of funds through good federal and state programs. The same ones we leaned on to build Savo and other affordable projects in Berkeley. The ones that no longer exist.
The Bay Area and therefore Berkeley is at a tipping point now. Our future may be like Manhatten or Hong Kong with all high-density buildings. Or pandemics and remote work may pull the plug on population and housing costs and give us a breather. We know we have climate issues, some of which may make our environment difficult to live in. What we need is comprehensive, smart, future-oriented planning to prepare us. This resolution doesn’t get us there.
Thank you, Candace Hyde-Wang
Worth Noting:
We are looking at a short week with the President’s Day Holiday on Monday, February 15 and city meetings on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.
Key meetings this week are:
Tuesday at 11 am Margo Schueler will give a presentation on infrastructure at Civic Center Park (what lurks underground). At 6 pm is the presentation to Council on the Marina Area Specific Plan and proposed Pier and Ferry.
Thursday at 10:30 am is the Land Use and Housing Council Committee with several impactful housing proposals especially Quadplex zoning which appears to turn over approval of duplexes, triplexes and fourplexes to a desk sign-off away from ZAB (Zoning Adjustment Board) review except in certain circumstances. At 7 pm there will be a presentation on the creation/progress of a Berkeley Department of Transportation (BerkDOT) at the Transportation Commission.
The City Council February 23 Regular meeting agenda is available for comment and follows the list of city meetings. A public comment letter to Council on agenda item 29 Resolution to End Exclusionary Housing is at the very end.
If you have a meeting you would like included in the summary of meetings, please send a notice to [email protected] by noon on the Friday of the preceding week. If you wish to see comments from attending the City meetings of the previous week, go to the Activist’s Diary in the Berkeley Daily Planet, www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
Tuesday, February 16, 2021
Community for Cultural Civic Center (CCCC) Parks Subcommittee, 11 am – 12 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87665359314
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 876 Meeting ID: 876 6535 9314
AGENDA: 3. Presentation on existing ‘grey’ infrastructure of Civic Center, in relation to elements of Gehl Vision and Berkeley Vision 2050 report by Margo Schueler, (pre meeting homework read 25 pages Gehl report overview options A/B/C, 129-133, 146-147, 154-44, 168-169, Aerial View 216-217, Public Realm Plan 224-225, Public Realm Zones 226-235 link https://drive.google.com/file/d/1uhSZ6hTTGoed0T8ugMXffz5DaCc4wDLX/view
Email [email protected] to be added to subcommittee and google drive
Berkeley City Council,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Council Closed Session, 4 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87054545221
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 870 5454 5221
AGENDA: Pending Litigation, WCAB (Worker’s Compensation) (4) Cases
Council Work Session, 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82670306267
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 826 7030 6267
AGENDA: 1. Presentation: Report on Homeless Outreach during COVID-19, 2. Berkeley Marina Area Specific Plan and Pier/Ferry Work Session,
Wednesday, February 17, 2021
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board, 10 – 11:30 am
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
AGENDA: COVID-19 webinar – preregister for links to join
Berkeley Cultural Trust (BCT) Equity & Inclusion Committee, 10:30 – 11:30 am
https://berkeleyctrust.weebly.com/news.html
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/96545147675?pwd=TlNKZGtNOFdSWHArL3ljWWlpNlVoQT09
Teleconference: not given try 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 965 4514 7675 Passcode: 693207
Animal Care Commission, 7 – 9 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Animal_Care_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85743447842?pwd=WmovUGFYTmo4U2gvMVkzcTBJY0dNZz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 857 4344 7842 Passcode: 725597
AGENDA: V.a) Update COVID impact Berkeley Animal Care Services, b) Annual Workplan, c) Update on Friends of Berkeley Animal Care Services, VII. Monthly Financials, Statistics, Budget
Thursday, February 18, 2021
City Council Land Use, Housing & Economic Development Committee, 10:30 am,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Land_Use,_Housing___Economic_Development.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81837769005
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 818 3776 9005
AGENDA: 2. Quadplex Zoning – to allow approval ministerially of projects with up to 4 units if certain conditions are met, also to allow possibility of dividing up existing homes into up to 4 units. And to direct that staff initiate work immediately and for Planning Commission to incorporate into 2021-2022 workplan., 3. Tenant Opportunity to Purchase Act ordinance – expected financing of TOPA combination of City subsidies, tenants’ capital and bank/credit-union loans, 4. Resolution Housing as a Human Right, referral to CM to study financial feasibility of Municipal Housing Development Pilot Project with cooperative, nonprofit and public ownership models,
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board, 10 am
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/94935840413?pwd=VFNXTm9MN2RYY1VPbW1UVmlWanJudz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 949 3584 0413 Passcode: 417409
AGENDA: 5. Special Presentation: Honorary Resolution to Gus Newport in honor of Black History Month, 7. Midyear-budget & addition to add Housing Counselor, Staff recommendations for waivers
Design Review Committee, 7 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/designreview/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/99426090096
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 994 2609 0096
AGENDA: 1. 2129 Shattuck – Review of Building Signage,
2. 3031 Telegraph – continued preliminary design review – demolish existing commercial building and construct 6-story mixed use building, 110 units (7 Very low-income) 112 bicycle spaces, 29 vehicle spaces
Fair Campaign Practices Commission / Open Government Commission, 7 pm
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/FCPC/
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88554543030
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 885 5454 3030
AGENDA: Complaints alleging violations Berkeley Election Reform Act {(BERA) 6. Mayor Arreguin, 7. Leah Simon Weisberg, Mari Mendonca, Andy Kelley, Dominique Walker, Xavier Johnson, & 9. Compassionate Bay} 8. Enforcement referral from City Clerk re Berkeley Community for Police Oversight Committee Supporting Police Commission Oversight Charter Amendment, 10. Remitting public financing funds in event of returned contributions, 12. Lobbying enforcement referrals and procedures, 13. Report and discussion re Council Agenda & Rules Committee on officeholder accounts and budget grants,
Transportation Commission, 7 – 10 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Transportation_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88633458817?pwd=WitFMEZKc0hvU0F1MWd1WjlGM2VIdz
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 886 3345 8817 Passcode: 612870
AGENDA: B. 1. Berkeley Department of Transportation (BerkDOT), 2. Vision 2050, 4. Work Plan
African American History Celebration, 6 – 8 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=16749
Posted as in person at James Kenney Recreation Center, 1780 8th Street celebration of African American history and culture with light refreshments
John Hinkel Park Community Meeting, 6:30 – 8:30 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=17222
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/99710129120
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 997 1012 9120
AGENDA: Potential replacement design and use of building to replace hut, condition of Coast Live Oak trees that surround amphitheater, update lower picnic area, play structure, parking
City Council Regular Meeting, 6 pm, February 23, 2021 available for comment
Email: [email protected]
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81676274736
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 816 7627 4736
AGENDA CONSENT: 1. Home Occupations Ordinance 2nd reading, 3. $210,000 for Mildred Howard Sculpture Commission, 5. Contract add $564,480 and extend 3 yr to 6/30/24 with Jackson & Coker for Lums Tenens Psychiatrists, 6. CA Community Housing Agency (CalCHA) Middle Income Rental Housing Program – authorize CM to enter purchase option agreements with CalCHA for middle-income rental housing, 7. Contract add $118,610 total $820,937 and extend to 6/30/22 with NextGen Health Care Information System for Electronic Health Records, 8. Contract add $77,050 total $102,025 with RevolutionCyber to develop policies and procedures for City’s Data Safety Program, 9. Contract $530,000 with Presidio Network Solutions, LLC, 3/1/22-6/30/22 for network equipment hardware, software and installation, 10. License Agreement Patpatia & Assoc for 125-127 University, 11. Lease Agreement with Patpatia & Assoc for 125-127 University, 12. Contracts $150,000 each with Interface Engineering, Inc and Salas O’Brien Engineers for On-call Citywide Electrical Engineering Services, 13. Contract add $3,556,756 total $11,089,951 and extend to 12/31/22 with LAZ Parking LLC to manage City-owned off-street parking facilities Telegraph Channing, Oxford & Center Street Garage, 14. PO $468,700 with Pape Machinery for 1 John Deere 644L Hybrid Wheel Loader, 15. PO $1,200,000 4 Tractor Trucks, 16. Agreement w/Union Pacific for construction of safety improvements at Gilman and Camelia, 17. Service Animals Welcome Training, 18. Refer to City Attorney to finalize ordinance to prohibit us of City Streets for Operating, Parking or Idling Combustion Vehicles by 2045, 19. Refer to City Attorney to finalize ordinance to prohibit sale of Gasoline, Diesel and other carbon-based transportation fuels by 2045, 20. Amend BERA to prohibit Officeholder Accounts, 21. Form subcommittee OGC and Agenda Committee on Relinquishments and grants from Councilmembers’ budgets, 22. Oppose new US Base Construction in Henoko-Oura Bay of Okinawa, 23. Initiate Just Transition to a Regenerative Economy to Address Climate Emergency FITES recommends vote of no action, 24. Create and Support an Adopt an Unhoused community Program – committee recommendation refer to CM to consider inclusion in Adopt a Spot, 25. Budget and Finance Committee recommended no action on Property Tax Equity Measure and for Councilmembers Harrison and Bartlett to submit item on broader policy issues, 26. Allocation Measure P Funds to Lease and Operate Supportive Housing Project “Step Up Housing” at 1367 University, 27. Virtual Holocaust Remembrance Day Event, ACTION: 28 a. Appeal 1850 Arch, 20b. Appeal 1862 Arch, 20c. dismiss appeals, 29. Resolution to End Exclusionary Zoning in Berkeley, INFORMATION REPORTS: 30. FY 2022 Budget Development, 31. Short Term Referral Quarterly Update, 32. Anti-Displacement Initiatives, 33. FY2021 Public Art Plan and Budgets, 34. CEAC 2021 Workplan, 35. HAC 2021 Workplan,
Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
1850 Arch (add bedrooms) ZAB – 2/23/2021
1862 Arch (add bedrooms) ZAB – 2/23/2021
1200-1214 San Pablo 2/23/2021
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with End of Appeal Period
570 Colusa 2/22/2021
1205 Cornell 2/22/2021
1720 Delaware 2/16/2021
2421 Fifth 2/23/2021
2440 Grant 2/23/2021
1901 Marin 2/23/2021
2220 McGee 2/23/2021
1 Orchard Lane (LPO) 2/9/2021
917 Page 2/23/2021
1128 Parker 2/18/2021
86 Rock 2/22/2021
1216 Stannage 2/18/21
2740 & 2744 Telegraph 2/16/2021
2113 Vine 2/16/2021
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSESSIONS
March 16 – 1. Capital Improvement Plan (Parks & Public Works), 2. Digital Strategic Plan/FUND$ Replacement Website Update, 3. FY 2021 Mid-Year Report and Unfunded Liabilities Report (tentative)
May 18 – (tentative) – 1. Bayer Development Agreement, 2. Affordable Housing Policy Reform
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Berkeley Police Department Hiring Practices (referred by Public Safety Committee)
Update Zero Waste Priorities
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
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Response to February 23, City Council Agenda item 29.
Letter to Berkeley Council Members by Candace Hyde-Wang
Feb 12, 2021
Subject: On the “Resolution to End Exclusionary Zoning”
Dear Berkeley Council Members,
I am writing to address the ‘Resolution to End Exclusionary Zoning in Berkeley’. Since the early 1970s, I have worked in housing development, design, construction, and sales, for the Oakland, Emeryville, and Berkeley Redevelopment Agencies in housing planning and was the lead planner for the Savo Island cooperative housing in Berkeley. After that, I have been involved in the construction of high, medium, and low-income units in Berkeley and Oakland including the use of manufactured units. From that background that I make my comments.
The title of the resolution is sadly deceptive. It frames discriminatory housing history in a way that is inaccurate and unproductive. It dresses itself up as a racial equity plan when it actually serves to further wealthy real estate and tech interests. When addressing housing, we need to look carefully and be guided by facts, not false flags.
In general, exclusionary zoning is not the reason for the failure of the inclusion of affordable housing in communities. Zoning is a tool to order the physical design of cities and it can be adjusted by the general plan process to meet local goals. The lack of housing for low-income people has never been about zoning but about attitudes and finances. At any rate, Berkeley, where low-income units have long been embedded in single-family neighborhoods, would not be an example of the phrase.
Rather than R-1 zoning, historic racial inequity in housing came from prejudicial attitudes that were embedded in inaction, laws, covenants, restrictions, prejudiced appraisals, and lender's red-lining, etc. This resolution confuses causes. Current examples of housing discrimination can also be seen in suburban cities like Orinda and Lafayette that have failed over decades to build the low-income housing required by state law. It is not zoning but exclusionary attitudes and political cowardice that has caused the lack of low-income housing in these low-density cities. California or ABAG can and could have allocated units fairly and withheld tax revenue to force them to meet their obligations. This hasn't happened. But to lay this failure on 'exclusionary' or R-1 zoning is detrimental to the cause of housing low-income development because it detracts from the primary and most problematic issues of political failure and of the cost of housing development. https://timesofsandiego.com/politics/2021/01/02/wealthy-southern-california-cities-fight-affordable-housing-mandates/
We all know that housing discrimination in California was overturned by the Rumford act in 1968. During my real estate career, I have seen historic title restrictions in the Claremont area barring people of Jewish descent, had Japanese clients who had to buy their house secretly the hills due to housing discrimination that restricted people of color from buying above Martin Luther King. I built a house next to four homes on Cragmont Avenue that were built by a white developer in the 1950s and sold only to black buyers in order to make an attempt at breaking housing discrimination. Again, discrimination existed but it was not caused by zoning.
After the Rumford act, housing discrimination largely ended. Housing was not too expensive and many people could buy a home. When I did the planning for Savo, a single-family home in Albany was about $25,000 or about one or two year’s salary for many people. That same home might be $1,300,000 today. Housing prices have far outstripped income.
Our modern housing crisis occurred after about 2010 when the Tech sector ballooned. The Bay Area developed two separate economies, the Tech economy and the regular, pre-existing economy that is no longer competitive in the housing market. When a young couple has a combined salary of $300,000 to $400,000 a year, how is a teacher or an essential worker going to compete? Limited supply, the stratospheric costs of construction (costs that do not follow a manufacturing model of the more you build the cheaper it will be), and income inequality have delivered a real problem for many people. And that is the primary housing issue we face now. To the extent that Hispanic and black communities are disproportionately represented in housing scarcity, it is an income issue. But there are many people of all ethnic and racial backgrounds who cannot afford housing in Berkeley or the Bay Area now.
If R-1 zoning is upzoned to higher density, it will somewhat address the issue of supply but not the issue of income inequality and affordability. If one calculates the costs of redeveloping expensive Berkeley R-1 properties including land costs, demolition, planning, construction, financing costs, sales costs, and developers' profits, you get very expensive rental or condominium properties which will be unlikely to address the affordability issue without large subsidies. If Berkeley is interested in making housing more affordable (aka more inclusionary), we need to have a plan that addresses affordability. Rezoning may be part of the solution but there needs to be a plan showing how. Similarly, if we are interested in addressing climate through housing, we need to address that issue. If we want to address the ability of the Tech sector to build out Berkeley to satisfy its workers, we can do that. In fact, that is what this resolution does.
As the most densely populated small city in California, Berkeley is largely completely built out. Adding more housing in underdeveloped areas like the San Pablo corridor or the Telegraph corridor and redeveloping seismically unsafe structures can make a contribution to the health of our city, if not its affordability, without causing density problems like traffic overload. But after that, we need some time to do Environment Impact Reports, specific site identification and analysis, and some intelligent planning to truly assess what different options might mean. We need to take a thoughtful approach because no matter what we do, the housing affordability issue, aka the diversity in housing issue, is very difficult to solve. We could be helped by an infusion of funds through good federal and state programs. The same ones we leaned on to build Savo and other affordable projects in Berkeley. The ones that no longer exist.
The Bay Area and therefore Berkeley is at a tipping point now. Our future may be like Manhatten or Hong Kong with all high-density buildings. Or pandemics and remote work may pull the plug on population and housing costs and give us a breather. We know we have climate issues, some of which may make our environment difficult to live in. What we need is comprehensive, smart, future-oriented planning to prepare us. This resolution doesn’t get us there.
Thank you, Candace Hyde-Wang
February 7 - February 14, 2021
Worth Noting:
We are looking at a very long weekend for City employees with Thursday as reduced service day, Friday as Lincoln Birthday Holiday and Monday, February 15 is President’s Day Holiday.
While these summaries get quite long, please note that not every agenda item is listed, the link is given if you want to dig in for more detail. The Council Agenda Committee Monday and Regular meeting on Tuesday evening take up a lot of space. Zoning Applications that have been approved and are in the appeal period are at the very bottom of this long list. If you wish to see my comments from attending the City meetings of the previous week, go to the Activist’s Diary in the Berkeley Daily Planet, www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
If you have a meeting you would like included in the summary of meetings, please send a notice to [email protected] by noon on the Friday of the preceding week.
Sunday, February 7, 2021
No City meetings or events found
Monday, February 8, 2021
City Council Health, Life Enrichment, Equity & Community Committee, 10 am,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Health,_Life_Enrichment,_Equity___Community.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81065589979
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 810 6558 9979
AGENDA: 2. Sustainable Food Policies – Support Vision 2025, 3. Resolution Requesting CA State Legislature to condemn racial injustice and police brutality
Youth Commission, 5 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Youth_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/92796336311
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 927 9633 6311
AGENDA: 10. Summer Programs/Summer Jobs, 11. Discussion with BUSD Trigger Warning Policies with BUSD Board President Ty Alper, 12. Discussion with members of Berkeley International High School Leadership and Black, Indigenous and People of Color Support Committee, 13. Discussion Sex and Consent Education, 15. Discussion Drug Harm Reduction,
Agenda and Rules Committee, 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89989073676
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 899 8907 3676
AGENDA Planning for 2/23/21 Regular Meeting: CONSENT: 2. $210,000 for Mildred Howard Sculpture Commission, 4. Contract add $564,480 and extend 3 yr to 6/30/24 with Jackson & Coker for Lums Tenens Psychiatrists, 5. CA Community Housing Agency (CalCHA) Middle Income Rental Housing Program – authorize CM to enter purchase option agreements with CalCHA for middle-income rental housing, 6. Contract add $118,610 total $820,937 and extend to 6/30/22 with NextGen Health Care Information System for Electronic Health Records, 7. Contract add $77,050 total $102,025 with RevolutionCyber to develop policies and procedures for City’s Data Safety Program, 8. Contract $530,000 with Presidio Network Solutions, LLC, 3/1/22-6/30/22 for network equipment hardware, software and installation, 9. License Agreement Patpatia & Assoc for 125-127 University, 10. Lease Agreement with Patpatia & Assoc for 125-127 University, 11. Contracts $150,000 each with Interface Engineering, Inc and Salas O’Brien Engineers for On-call Citywide Electrical Engineering Services, 12. Contract add $3,556,756 total $11,089,951 and extend to 12/31/22 with LAZ Parking LLC to manage City-owned off-street parking facilities Telegraph Channing, Oxford & Center Street Garage, 13. PO $468,700 with Pape Machinery for 1 John Deere 644L Hybrid Wheel Loader, 14. PO $1,200,000 4 Tractor Trucks, 15. Refer to City Attorney to finalize ordinance to prohibit us of City Streets for Operating, Parking or Idling Combustion Vehicles by 2045, 16. Refer to City Attorney to finalize ordinance to prohibit sale of Gasoline, Diesel and other carbon-based transportation fuels by 2045, 17. Oppose new US Base Construction in Henoko-Oura Bay of Okinawa, 18. Initiate Just Transition to a Regenerative Economy to Address Climate Emergency FITES recommends vote of no action, 19. Virtual Holocaust Remembrance Day Event, ACTION: 20a. Appeal 1850 Arch, 20b. Appeal 1862 Arch, 20c. dismiss appeals, 21. Service Animals Welcome Training, 22. Amend BERA to prohibit Officeholder Accounts, 23. Resolution to establish temporary committee (3 Councilmembers 3 Open Government Commissioners) to make recommendations relinquishments and grants from councilmember office budgets, 24. Create and Support an Adopt an Unhoused community program, 25. Budget and Finance Committee recommended no action on Property Tax Equity Measure and for Councilmembers Harrison and Bartlett to submit item on broader policy issues, 26. Allocation Measure P Funds to Lease and Operate Supportive Housing Project “Step Up Housing” at 1367 University, 27. Report and Recommendations fro Mayor’s Fair and Impartial Working Group (report is 194 pages), 28. Refer to CM to study Financial Feasibility of Municipal Housing Development Pilot Program, 29. Refer to CM to study CalCHA affordable housing financing program to support issuance of tax-exempt bonds for affordable housing for low, moderate and middle-income Berkeley families, 30. Budget referral $11,000 to work with Community Climate Solutions to support climate action, 31. Resolution to End Exclusionary Zoning in Berkeley, 32. Quadplex zoning – allow for dividing up existing homes into 4 units, allow for housing developments with up to 4 units to be approved ministerially (without review of ZAB). INFORMATION REPORTS: 33. Short Term Referral Quarterly Update, 34. Anti-Displacement Initiatives, 35. FY2021 Public Art Plan and Budgets, 36. CEAC 2021 Workplan, 37. HAC 2021 Workplan, REFERRED ITEMS for Review: 8. Impact of COVID-19, 9. Systems Realignment Proposal, 10. Amend/Regulate Officeholder Accounts, UNSCHEDULED: 11. Commission Reorganization, (Packet 832 pages)
Ashby and North Berkeley BART Community Advisory Group (CAG), 6 – 8 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/bartplanning/
Videoconference: http://bit.ly/Berkeley-BART-CM2 or
https://zoom.us/j/97935684068?pwd=T1ZYK2VnNGwvMFp4WGsyREFtQ0lEdz09
Teleconference: 1-888-475-2299 Meeting ID: 979 3568 4068 Passcode: 872131
AGENDA: 2. Planning Process Overview and Updates, 3. Presentation of Draft Vision and Priorities, attendees are encouraged to watch four informational videos related to Housing, Building Form and Density prior to meeting link https://www.cityofberkeley.info/bartplanning/#CM_2
Tuesday, February 9, 2021
City Council
Closed Session, 4 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84931232767
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 849 3123 2767
AGENDA: 1. Property Negotiations 125-127 University, 2. Anticipated Litigation arising from 1/19/2021 referral to City Attorney and CM to draft emergency ordinance to guarantee hazard pay of $5/hr for grocery store workers,
Regular meeting, 6 pm
email comments to: [email protected]
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85472979547
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 854 7297 9547
CONSENT: 2nd reading 1-5, 1. Amendment to FY2021 Annual Appropriations Ordinance, 2. Amend Berkeley Lobbyist Registration Act, 3. Exempt time for Parkletts and Sidewalk Seating, 4. Reform Off-Street Parking Amend BMC 14 and 23, 5. Authorize goBerkeley Parking Program at All Parking Meters, 6. Ratify (extend) COVID-19 Local Emergency, 8. Amend contract add $500,000 total $1,635,000 thru 12/31/2025 with Claremont Behavioral Services for Employee Assistance Services, 9. Install Banners marking Kala Bagai Way, 10. Reserve $560.000 from Housing Trust Fund for urgently needed housing rehab at Rosewood Manor and Lorin Station Apt., 11. Proclaim February Black History Month and Authorize CM to Fly the Black Lives Matter Flag, 12. Support the Right to Boycott as a Tactic for Social and Political Change – Agenda and Rules Committee (Arreguin, Wengraf, Hahn) recommend no action – not to support, 13. Right to Choose Communications Services Provider, ACTION: 14. Accept CARES Act Funds $891,121and Amendments to spending plan to support housing retention, eviction defense and rehab Rosewood Manor and Lorin Station Apt, 15. Amend Home Occupations Ordinance, 16. Vote of No Confidence in the Police Chief,
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board – IRA/AGA Registration Committee, 5 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/91250138724?pwd=V1F2Y2RIdGM4aGJxQTlneExPeFdqUT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 912 5013 8724 Passcode: 503922
AGENDA: 5. Initial Lease agreements that contain higher rents for certain months and lower rents for others, 6. Possible recommendations for amendments to Berkeley’s Tenant Protection Ordinance
Wednesday, February 10, 2021
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board – Outreach Committee, 5 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/92395563551?pwd=Rjc4QklBZllLQWxmbDhtUDZSbDdaUT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 923 9556 3551 Passcode: 117033
AGENDA: 6. COVID-19 Impacts on Landlords and Tenants, 7. Eviction Moratorium, Measure MM Outreach Materials, 9. Small Property Owners resources for COVID Relief,
Commission on Disability, 5:30 – 9:30 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Disability_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88629045193?pwd=ZlNEYjU3VmtqK0tBdjRnMHc5L1d1dz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 886 2904 5193 Passcode: 427894
AGENDA link is not opening
Homeless Commission, 7 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Homeless_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/96645301465
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 966 4530 1465
AGENDA: 6. Recommendation for FEMA monies to be used for motels to house the homeless, 7. Supportive housing for homeless at People’s Park, 9. Recommendations regarding incorporating homeless persons who are victims of crime in City hate statistics, 10. Recommendation to regarding Council to refer to staff to evaluate a ballot measure to adopt a residential vacancy tax, 11. Property transfer tax to be placed on the ballot to fund housing for the homeless,
Independent Redistricting Commission, 6 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/redistricting/
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84387403826
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 843 8740 3826
AGENDA: 2. Selection of 5 At-Large Independent Redistricting Commission Members and 5 at-large alternates,
Housing Advisory Commission – Special Meeting, 7 – 9 pm
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Housing_Advisory_Commission/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/95678461912
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 956 7846 1912
AGENDA: 6. Possible Action Housing Trust Fund Predevelopment Loan Applications, a. 2024 Ashby (St. Paul AME), 1708 Harmon (ECOGIC-Ephesians Church of God in Christ), 7. Affordable Housing Development Funds at BART Station Areas,
Police Review Commission, 7 – 10 pm,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87070468124
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 870 7046 8124
AGENDA: 9.b. Update on transition to new Police Accountability Board, 10. Recommend to Council importance of starting development of rules and regulations governing operation of incoming Police Accountability Board with input from PRC and Community, b. Tow fees subcommittee recommendation to refer tow fees to Reimagining Public Safety Task Force and close complaint and dissolve subcommittee,
Parks and Waterfront Commission, 7 – 9 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Parks_and_Waterfront_Commission.aspx
Videoconference: not posted
Teleconference: not posted Meeting ID: not posted
AGENDA: link is broken, secretary R Miller is working on fixing it over the weekend. It should be fixed by Monday at the latest.
Thursday, February 11, 2021
City Reduced Service Day
Community for a Cultural Civic Center (CCCC), 12 - 1 pm
A website is in process. Email [email protected] to receive meeting announcements and agendas or join [email protected] to receive meeting notices and documents.
Zoning Adjustment Board, 7 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/94429336573
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 944 2933 6573
AGENDA: 2. 1241 Ashby – continue to March 11, 2021 ZAB meeting,
3. 31 Florida – enclose 2nd story covered balcony within a non-conforming front yard setback on a property that is non-conforming for lot coverage in hillside overly – staff recommend approve
4. Presentation by Justin Horner on Zoning Ordinance Revision Project (ZORP) and appointment of 3 ZAB members
Friday, February 12, 2021
Lincoln’s Birthday Holiday – City Holiday
Saturday, February 13, 2021
Berkeley Neighborhood Council, check for meeting link and agenda https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/calendar/
Sunday, February 14, 2021-Valentines Day
No City meetings or events found
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
1850 Arch (add bedrooms) ZAB – 2/23/2021
1862 Arch (add bedrooms) ZAB – 2/23/2021
1200-1214 San Pablo 2/23/2021
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with End of Appeal Period
2116 Allston 2/11/2021
570 Colusa 2/22/2021
1205 Cornell 2/22/2021
1720 Delaware 2/16/2021
2440 Grant 2/23/2021
1901 Marin 2/23/2021
2220 McGee 2/23/2021
1 Orchard Lane (LPO) 2/9/2021
917 Page 2/23/2021
1128 Parker 2/18/2021
86 Rock 2/22/2021
1216 Stannage 2/18/21
2740 & 2744 Telegraph 2/16/2021
2600 Tenth 2/11/2021
1627 University 2/11/2021
2004 University 2/11/2021
2113 Vine 2/16/2021
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSESSIONS
Feb 16 – 1. BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry, 2. Systems Realignment, 3. Presentation: Report on Homeless Outreach during COVID-19 Pandemic
March 16 – 1. Capital Improvement Plan (Parks & Public Works), 2. Digital Strategic Plan/FUND$ Replacement Website Update, 3. FY 2021 Mid-Year Report and Unfunded Liabilities Report (tentative)
May 18 – (tentative) – 1. Bayer Development Agreement, 2. Affordable Housing Policy Reform
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Berkeley Police Department Hiring Practices (referred by Public Safety Committee)
Update Zero Waste Priorities
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
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Worth Noting:
We are looking at a very long weekend for City employees with Thursday as reduced service day, Friday as Lincoln Birthday Holiday and Monday, February 15 is President’s Day Holiday.
While these summaries get quite long, please note that not every agenda item is listed, the link is given if you want to dig in for more detail. The Council Agenda Committee Monday and Regular meeting on Tuesday evening take up a lot of space. Zoning Applications that have been approved and are in the appeal period are at the very bottom of this long list. If you wish to see my comments from attending the City meetings of the previous week, go to the Activist’s Diary in the Berkeley Daily Planet, www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
If you have a meeting you would like included in the summary of meetings, please send a notice to [email protected] by noon on the Friday of the preceding week.
Sunday, February 7, 2021
No City meetings or events found
Monday, February 8, 2021
City Council Health, Life Enrichment, Equity & Community Committee, 10 am,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Health,_Life_Enrichment,_Equity___Community.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81065589979
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 810 6558 9979
AGENDA: 2. Sustainable Food Policies – Support Vision 2025, 3. Resolution Requesting CA State Legislature to condemn racial injustice and police brutality
Youth Commission, 5 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Youth_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/92796336311
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 927 9633 6311
AGENDA: 10. Summer Programs/Summer Jobs, 11. Discussion with BUSD Trigger Warning Policies with BUSD Board President Ty Alper, 12. Discussion with members of Berkeley International High School Leadership and Black, Indigenous and People of Color Support Committee, 13. Discussion Sex and Consent Education, 15. Discussion Drug Harm Reduction,
Agenda and Rules Committee, 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89989073676
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 899 8907 3676
AGENDA Planning for 2/23/21 Regular Meeting: CONSENT: 2. $210,000 for Mildred Howard Sculpture Commission, 4. Contract add $564,480 and extend 3 yr to 6/30/24 with Jackson & Coker for Lums Tenens Psychiatrists, 5. CA Community Housing Agency (CalCHA) Middle Income Rental Housing Program – authorize CM to enter purchase option agreements with CalCHA for middle-income rental housing, 6. Contract add $118,610 total $820,937 and extend to 6/30/22 with NextGen Health Care Information System for Electronic Health Records, 7. Contract add $77,050 total $102,025 with RevolutionCyber to develop policies and procedures for City’s Data Safety Program, 8. Contract $530,000 with Presidio Network Solutions, LLC, 3/1/22-6/30/22 for network equipment hardware, software and installation, 9. License Agreement Patpatia & Assoc for 125-127 University, 10. Lease Agreement with Patpatia & Assoc for 125-127 University, 11. Contracts $150,000 each with Interface Engineering, Inc and Salas O’Brien Engineers for On-call Citywide Electrical Engineering Services, 12. Contract add $3,556,756 total $11,089,951 and extend to 12/31/22 with LAZ Parking LLC to manage City-owned off-street parking facilities Telegraph Channing, Oxford & Center Street Garage, 13. PO $468,700 with Pape Machinery for 1 John Deere 644L Hybrid Wheel Loader, 14. PO $1,200,000 4 Tractor Trucks, 15. Refer to City Attorney to finalize ordinance to prohibit us of City Streets for Operating, Parking or Idling Combustion Vehicles by 2045, 16. Refer to City Attorney to finalize ordinance to prohibit sale of Gasoline, Diesel and other carbon-based transportation fuels by 2045, 17. Oppose new US Base Construction in Henoko-Oura Bay of Okinawa, 18. Initiate Just Transition to a Regenerative Economy to Address Climate Emergency FITES recommends vote of no action, 19. Virtual Holocaust Remembrance Day Event, ACTION: 20a. Appeal 1850 Arch, 20b. Appeal 1862 Arch, 20c. dismiss appeals, 21. Service Animals Welcome Training, 22. Amend BERA to prohibit Officeholder Accounts, 23. Resolution to establish temporary committee (3 Councilmembers 3 Open Government Commissioners) to make recommendations relinquishments and grants from councilmember office budgets, 24. Create and Support an Adopt an Unhoused community program, 25. Budget and Finance Committee recommended no action on Property Tax Equity Measure and for Councilmembers Harrison and Bartlett to submit item on broader policy issues, 26. Allocation Measure P Funds to Lease and Operate Supportive Housing Project “Step Up Housing” at 1367 University, 27. Report and Recommendations fro Mayor’s Fair and Impartial Working Group (report is 194 pages), 28. Refer to CM to study Financial Feasibility of Municipal Housing Development Pilot Program, 29. Refer to CM to study CalCHA affordable housing financing program to support issuance of tax-exempt bonds for affordable housing for low, moderate and middle-income Berkeley families, 30. Budget referral $11,000 to work with Community Climate Solutions to support climate action, 31. Resolution to End Exclusionary Zoning in Berkeley, 32. Quadplex zoning – allow for dividing up existing homes into 4 units, allow for housing developments with up to 4 units to be approved ministerially (without review of ZAB). INFORMATION REPORTS: 33. Short Term Referral Quarterly Update, 34. Anti-Displacement Initiatives, 35. FY2021 Public Art Plan and Budgets, 36. CEAC 2021 Workplan, 37. HAC 2021 Workplan, REFERRED ITEMS for Review: 8. Impact of COVID-19, 9. Systems Realignment Proposal, 10. Amend/Regulate Officeholder Accounts, UNSCHEDULED: 11. Commission Reorganization, (Packet 832 pages)
Ashby and North Berkeley BART Community Advisory Group (CAG), 6 – 8 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/bartplanning/
Videoconference: http://bit.ly/Berkeley-BART-CM2 or
https://zoom.us/j/97935684068?pwd=T1ZYK2VnNGwvMFp4WGsyREFtQ0lEdz09
Teleconference: 1-888-475-2299 Meeting ID: 979 3568 4068 Passcode: 872131
AGENDA: 2. Planning Process Overview and Updates, 3. Presentation of Draft Vision and Priorities, attendees are encouraged to watch four informational videos related to Housing, Building Form and Density prior to meeting link https://www.cityofberkeley.info/bartplanning/#CM_2
Tuesday, February 9, 2021
City Council
Closed Session, 4 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84931232767
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 849 3123 2767
AGENDA: 1. Property Negotiations 125-127 University, 2. Anticipated Litigation arising from 1/19/2021 referral to City Attorney and CM to draft emergency ordinance to guarantee hazard pay of $5/hr for grocery store workers,
Regular meeting, 6 pm
email comments to: [email protected]
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85472979547
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 854 7297 9547
CONSENT: 2nd reading 1-5, 1. Amendment to FY2021 Annual Appropriations Ordinance, 2. Amend Berkeley Lobbyist Registration Act, 3. Exempt time for Parkletts and Sidewalk Seating, 4. Reform Off-Street Parking Amend BMC 14 and 23, 5. Authorize goBerkeley Parking Program at All Parking Meters, 6. Ratify (extend) COVID-19 Local Emergency, 8. Amend contract add $500,000 total $1,635,000 thru 12/31/2025 with Claremont Behavioral Services for Employee Assistance Services, 9. Install Banners marking Kala Bagai Way, 10. Reserve $560.000 from Housing Trust Fund for urgently needed housing rehab at Rosewood Manor and Lorin Station Apt., 11. Proclaim February Black History Month and Authorize CM to Fly the Black Lives Matter Flag, 12. Support the Right to Boycott as a Tactic for Social and Political Change – Agenda and Rules Committee (Arreguin, Wengraf, Hahn) recommend no action – not to support, 13. Right to Choose Communications Services Provider, ACTION: 14. Accept CARES Act Funds $891,121and Amendments to spending plan to support housing retention, eviction defense and rehab Rosewood Manor and Lorin Station Apt, 15. Amend Home Occupations Ordinance, 16. Vote of No Confidence in the Police Chief,
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board – IRA/AGA Registration Committee, 5 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/91250138724?pwd=V1F2Y2RIdGM4aGJxQTlneExPeFdqUT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 912 5013 8724 Passcode: 503922
AGENDA: 5. Initial Lease agreements that contain higher rents for certain months and lower rents for others, 6. Possible recommendations for amendments to Berkeley’s Tenant Protection Ordinance
Wednesday, February 10, 2021
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board – Outreach Committee, 5 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/92395563551?pwd=Rjc4QklBZllLQWxmbDhtUDZSbDdaUT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 923 9556 3551 Passcode: 117033
AGENDA: 6. COVID-19 Impacts on Landlords and Tenants, 7. Eviction Moratorium, Measure MM Outreach Materials, 9. Small Property Owners resources for COVID Relief,
Commission on Disability, 5:30 – 9:30 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Disability_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88629045193?pwd=ZlNEYjU3VmtqK0tBdjRnMHc5L1d1dz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 886 2904 5193 Passcode: 427894
AGENDA link is not opening
Homeless Commission, 7 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Homeless_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/96645301465
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 966 4530 1465
AGENDA: 6. Recommendation for FEMA monies to be used for motels to house the homeless, 7. Supportive housing for homeless at People’s Park, 9. Recommendations regarding incorporating homeless persons who are victims of crime in City hate statistics, 10. Recommendation to regarding Council to refer to staff to evaluate a ballot measure to adopt a residential vacancy tax, 11. Property transfer tax to be placed on the ballot to fund housing for the homeless,
Independent Redistricting Commission, 6 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/redistricting/
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84387403826
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 843 8740 3826
AGENDA: 2. Selection of 5 At-Large Independent Redistricting Commission Members and 5 at-large alternates,
Housing Advisory Commission – Special Meeting, 7 – 9 pm
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Housing_Advisory_Commission/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/95678461912
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 956 7846 1912
AGENDA: 6. Possible Action Housing Trust Fund Predevelopment Loan Applications, a. 2024 Ashby (St. Paul AME), 1708 Harmon (ECOGIC-Ephesians Church of God in Christ), 7. Affordable Housing Development Funds at BART Station Areas,
Police Review Commission, 7 – 10 pm,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87070468124
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 870 7046 8124
AGENDA: 9.b. Update on transition to new Police Accountability Board, 10. Recommend to Council importance of starting development of rules and regulations governing operation of incoming Police Accountability Board with input from PRC and Community, b. Tow fees subcommittee recommendation to refer tow fees to Reimagining Public Safety Task Force and close complaint and dissolve subcommittee,
Parks and Waterfront Commission, 7 – 9 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Parks_and_Waterfront_Commission.aspx
Videoconference: not posted
Teleconference: not posted Meeting ID: not posted
AGENDA: link is broken, secretary R Miller is working on fixing it over the weekend. It should be fixed by Monday at the latest.
Thursday, February 11, 2021
City Reduced Service Day
Community for a Cultural Civic Center (CCCC), 12 - 1 pm
A website is in process. Email [email protected] to receive meeting announcements and agendas or join [email protected] to receive meeting notices and documents.
Zoning Adjustment Board, 7 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/94429336573
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 944 2933 6573
AGENDA: 2. 1241 Ashby – continue to March 11, 2021 ZAB meeting,
3. 31 Florida – enclose 2nd story covered balcony within a non-conforming front yard setback on a property that is non-conforming for lot coverage in hillside overly – staff recommend approve
4. Presentation by Justin Horner on Zoning Ordinance Revision Project (ZORP) and appointment of 3 ZAB members
Friday, February 12, 2021
Lincoln’s Birthday Holiday – City Holiday
Saturday, February 13, 2021
Berkeley Neighborhood Council, check for meeting link and agenda https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/calendar/
Sunday, February 14, 2021-Valentines Day
No City meetings or events found
_____________________
Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
1850 Arch (add bedrooms) ZAB – 2/23/2021
1862 Arch (add bedrooms) ZAB – 2/23/2021
1200-1214 San Pablo 2/23/2021
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with End of Appeal Period
2116 Allston 2/11/2021
570 Colusa 2/22/2021
1205 Cornell 2/22/2021
1720 Delaware 2/16/2021
2440 Grant 2/23/2021
1901 Marin 2/23/2021
2220 McGee 2/23/2021
1 Orchard Lane (LPO) 2/9/2021
917 Page 2/23/2021
1128 Parker 2/18/2021
86 Rock 2/22/2021
1216 Stannage 2/18/21
2740 & 2744 Telegraph 2/16/2021
2600 Tenth 2/11/2021
1627 University 2/11/2021
2004 University 2/11/2021
2113 Vine 2/16/2021
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
___________________
WORKSESSIONS
Feb 16 – 1. BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry, 2. Systems Realignment, 3. Presentation: Report on Homeless Outreach during COVID-19 Pandemic
March 16 – 1. Capital Improvement Plan (Parks & Public Works), 2. Digital Strategic Plan/FUND$ Replacement Website Update, 3. FY 2021 Mid-Year Report and Unfunded Liabilities Report (tentative)
May 18 – (tentative) – 1. Bayer Development Agreement, 2. Affordable Housing Policy Reform
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Berkeley Police Department Hiring Practices (referred by Public Safety Committee)
Update Zero Waste Priorities
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
_____________________
Worth Noting:
We are looking at a very long weekend for City employees with Thursday as reduced service day, Friday as Lincoln Birthday Holiday and Monday, February 15 is President’s Day Holiday.
While these summaries get quite long, please note that not every agenda item is listed, the link is given if you want to dig in for more detail. The Council Agenda Committee Monday and Regular meeting on Tuesday evening take up a lot of space. Zoning Applications that have been approved and are in the appeal period are at the very bottom of this long list. If you wish to see my comments from attending the City meetings of the previous week, go to the Activist’s Diary in the Berkeley Daily Planet, www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
If you have a meeting you would like included in the summary of meetings, please send a notice to [email protected] by noon on the Friday of the preceding week.
Sunday, February 7, 2021
No City meetings or events found
Monday, February 8, 2021
City Council Health, Life Enrichment, Equity & Community Committee, 10 am,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Health,_Life_Enrichment,_Equity___Community.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81065589979
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 810 6558 9979
AGENDA: 2. Sustainable Food Policies – Support Vision 2025, 3. Resolution Requesting CA State Legislature to condemn racial injustice and police brutality
Youth Commission, 5 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Youth_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/92796336311
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 927 9633 6311
AGENDA: 10. Summer Programs/Summer Jobs, 11. Discussion with BUSD Trigger Warning Policies with BUSD Board President Ty Alper, 12. Discussion with members of Berkeley International High School Leadership and Black, Indigenous and People of Color Support Committee, 13. Discussion Sex and Consent Education, 15. Discussion Drug Harm Reduction,
Agenda and Rules Committee, 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89989073676
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 899 8907 3676
AGENDA Planning for 2/23/21 Regular Meeting: CONSENT: 2. $210,000 for Mildred Howard Sculpture Commission, 4. Contract add $564,480 and extend 3 yr to 6/30/24 with Jackson & Coker for Lums Tenens Psychiatrists, 5. CA Community Housing Agency (CalCHA) Middle Income Rental Housing Program – authorize CM to enter purchase option agreements with CalCHA for middle-income rental housing, 6. Contract add $118,610 total $820,937 and extend to 6/30/22 with NextGen Health Care Information System for Electronic Health Records, 7. Contract add $77,050 total $102,025 with RevolutionCyber to develop policies and procedures for City’s Data Safety Program, 8. Contract $530,000 with Presidio Network Solutions, LLC, 3/1/22-6/30/22 for network equipment hardware, software and installation, 9. License Agreement Patpatia & Assoc for 125-127 University, 10. Lease Agreement with Patpatia & Assoc for 125-127 University, 11. Contracts $150,000 each with Interface Engineering, Inc and Salas O’Brien Engineers for On-call Citywide Electrical Engineering Services, 12. Contract add $3,556,756 total $11,089,951 and extend to 12/31/22 with LAZ Parking LLC to manage City-owned off-street parking facilities Telegraph Channing, Oxford & Center Street Garage, 13. PO $468,700 with Pape Machinery for 1 John Deere 644L Hybrid Wheel Loader, 14. PO $1,200,000 4 Tractor Trucks, 15. Refer to City Attorney to finalize ordinance to prohibit us of City Streets for Operating, Parking or Idling Combustion Vehicles by 2045, 16. Refer to City Attorney to finalize ordinance to prohibit sale of Gasoline, Diesel and other carbon-based transportation fuels by 2045, 17. Oppose new US Base Construction in Henoko-Oura Bay of Okinawa, 18. Initiate Just Transition to a Regenerative Economy to Address Climate Emergency FITES recommends vote of no action, 19. Virtual Holocaust Remembrance Day Event, ACTION: 20a. Appeal 1850 Arch, 20b. Appeal 1862 Arch, 20c. dismiss appeals, 21. Service Animals Welcome Training, 22. Amend BERA to prohibit Officeholder Accounts, 23. Resolution to establish temporary committee (3 Councilmembers 3 Open Government Commissioners) to make recommendations relinquishments and grants from councilmember office budgets, 24. Create and Support an Adopt an Unhoused community program, 25. Budget and Finance Committee recommended no action on Property Tax Equity Measure and for Councilmembers Harrison and Bartlett to submit item on broader policy issues, 26. Allocation Measure P Funds to Lease and Operate Supportive Housing Project “Step Up Housing” at 1367 University, 27. Report and Recommendations fro Mayor’s Fair and Impartial Working Group (report is 194 pages), 28. Refer to CM to study Financial Feasibility of Municipal Housing Development Pilot Program, 29. Refer to CM to study CalCHA affordable housing financing program to support issuance of tax-exempt bonds for affordable housing for low, moderate and middle-income Berkeley families, 30. Budget referral $11,000 to work with Community Climate Solutions to support climate action, 31. Resolution to End Exclusionary Zoning in Berkeley, 32. Quadplex zoning – allow for dividing up existing homes into 4 units, allow for housing developments with up to 4 units to be approved ministerially (without review of ZAB). INFORMATION REPORTS: 33. Short Term Referral Quarterly Update, 34. Anti-Displacement Initiatives, 35. FY2021 Public Art Plan and Budgets, 36. CEAC 2021 Workplan, 37. HAC 2021 Workplan, REFERRED ITEMS for Review: 8. Impact of COVID-19, 9. Systems Realignment Proposal, 10. Amend/Regulate Officeholder Accounts, UNSCHEDULED: 11. Commission Reorganization, (Packet 832 pages)
Ashby and North Berkeley BART Community Advisory Group (CAG), 6 – 8 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/bartplanning/
Videoconference: http://bit.ly/Berkeley-BART-CM2 or
https://zoom.us/j/97935684068?pwd=T1ZYK2VnNGwvMFp4WGsyREFtQ0lEdz09
Teleconference: 1-888-475-2299 Meeting ID: 979 3568 4068 Passcode: 872131
AGENDA: 2. Planning Process Overview and Updates, 3. Presentation of Draft Vision and Priorities, attendees are encouraged to watch four informational videos related to Housing, Building Form and Density prior to meeting link https://www.cityofberkeley.info/bartplanning/#CM_2
Tuesday, February 9, 2021
City Council
Closed Session, 4 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84931232767
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 849 3123 2767
AGENDA: 1. Property Negotiations 125-127 University, 2. Anticipated Litigation arising from 1/19/2021 referral to City Attorney and CM to draft emergency ordinance to guarantee hazard pay of $5/hr for grocery store workers,
Regular meeting, 6 pm
email comments to: [email protected]
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85472979547
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 854 7297 9547
CONSENT: 2nd reading 1-5, 1. Amendment to FY2021 Annual Appropriations Ordinance, 2. Amend Berkeley Lobbyist Registration Act, 3. Exempt time for Parkletts and Sidewalk Seating, 4. Reform Off-Street Parking Amend BMC 14 and 23, 5. Authorize goBerkeley Parking Program at All Parking Meters, 6. Ratify (extend) COVID-19 Local Emergency, 8. Amend contract add $500,000 total $1,635,000 thru 12/31/2025 with Claremont Behavioral Services for Employee Assistance Services, 9. Install Banners marking Kala Bagai Way, 10. Reserve $560.000 from Housing Trust Fund for urgently needed housing rehab at Rosewood Manor and Lorin Station Apt., 11. Proclaim February Black History Month and Authorize CM to Fly the Black Lives Matter Flag, 12. Support the Right to Boycott as a Tactic for Social and Political Change – Agenda and Rules Committee (Arreguin, Wengraf, Hahn) recommend no action – not to support, 13. Right to Choose Communications Services Provider, ACTION: 14. Accept CARES Act Funds $891,121and Amendments to spending plan to support housing retention, eviction defense and rehab Rosewood Manor and Lorin Station Apt, 15. Amend Home Occupations Ordinance, 16. Vote of No Confidence in the Police Chief,
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board – IRA/AGA Registration Committee, 5 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/91250138724?pwd=V1F2Y2RIdGM4aGJxQTlneExPeFdqUT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 912 5013 8724 Passcode: 503922
AGENDA: 5. Initial Lease agreements that contain higher rents for certain months and lower rents for others, 6. Possible recommendations for amendments to Berkeley’s Tenant Protection Ordinance
Wednesday, February 10, 2021
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board – Outreach Committee, 5 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/92395563551?pwd=Rjc4QklBZllLQWxmbDhtUDZSbDdaUT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 923 9556 3551 Passcode: 117033
AGENDA: 6. COVID-19 Impacts on Landlords and Tenants, 7. Eviction Moratorium, Measure MM Outreach Materials, 9. Small Property Owners resources for COVID Relief,
Commission on Disability, 5:30 – 9:30 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Disability_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88629045193?pwd=ZlNEYjU3VmtqK0tBdjRnMHc5L1d1dz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 886 2904 5193 Passcode: 427894
AGENDA link is not opening
Homeless Commission, 7 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Homeless_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/96645301465
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 966 4530 1465
AGENDA: 6. Recommendation for FEMA monies to be used for motels to house the homeless, 7. Supportive housing for homeless at People’s Park, 9. Recommendations regarding incorporating homeless persons who are victims of crime in City hate statistics, 10. Recommendation to regarding Council to refer to staff to evaluate a ballot measure to adopt a residential vacancy tax, 11. Property transfer tax to be placed on the ballot to fund housing for the homeless,
Independent Redistricting Commission, 6 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/redistricting/
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84387403826
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 843 8740 3826
AGENDA: 2. Selection of 5 At-Large Independent Redistricting Commission Members and 5 at-large alternates,
Housing Advisory Commission – Special Meeting, 7 – 9 pm
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Housing_Advisory_Commission/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/95678461912
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 956 7846 1912
AGENDA: 6. Possible Action Housing Trust Fund Predevelopment Loan Applications, a. 2024 Ashby (St. Paul AME), 1708 Harmon (ECOGIC-Ephesians Church of God in Christ), 7. Affordable Housing Development Funds at BART Station Areas,
Police Review Commission, 7 – 10 pm,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87070468124
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 870 7046 8124
AGENDA: 9.b. Update on transition to new Police Accountability Board, 10. Recommend to Council importance of starting development of rules and regulations governing operation of incoming Police Accountability Board with input from PRC and Community, b. Tow fees subcommittee recommendation to refer tow fees to Reimagining Public Safety Task Force and close complaint and dissolve subcommittee,
Parks and Waterfront Commission, 7 – 9 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Parks_and_Waterfront_Commission.aspx
Videoconference: not posted
Teleconference: not posted Meeting ID: not posted
AGENDA: link is broken, secretary R Miller is working on fixing it over the weekend. It should be fixed by Monday at the latest.
Thursday, February 11, 2021
City Reduced Service Day
Community for a Cultural Civic Center (CCCC), 12 - 1 pm
A website is in process. Email [email protected] to receive meeting announcements and agendas or join [email protected] to receive meeting notices and documents.
Zoning Adjustment Board, 7 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/94429336573
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 944 2933 6573
AGENDA: 2. 1241 Ashby – continue to March 11, 2021 ZAB meeting,
3. 31 Florida – enclose 2nd story covered balcony within a non-conforming front yard setback on a property that is non-conforming for lot coverage in hillside overly – staff recommend approve
4. Presentation by Justin Horner on Zoning Ordinance Revision Project (ZORP) and appointment of 3 ZAB members
Friday, February 12, 2021
Lincoln’s Birthday Holiday – City Holiday
Saturday, February 13, 2021
Berkeley Neighborhood Council, check for meeting link and agenda https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/calendar/
Sunday, February 14, 2021-Valentines Day
No City meetings or events found
_____________________
Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
1850 Arch (add bedrooms) ZAB – 2/23/2021
1862 Arch (add bedrooms) ZAB – 2/23/2021
1200-1214 San Pablo 2/23/2021
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with End of Appeal Period
2116 Allston 2/11/2021
570 Colusa 2/22/2021
1205 Cornell 2/22/2021
1720 Delaware 2/16/2021
2440 Grant 2/23/2021
1901 Marin 2/23/2021
2220 McGee 2/23/2021
1 Orchard Lane (LPO) 2/9/2021
917 Page 2/23/2021
1128 Parker 2/18/2021
86 Rock 2/22/2021
1216 Stannage 2/18/21
2740 & 2744 Telegraph 2/16/2021
2600 Tenth 2/11/2021
1627 University 2/11/2021
2004 University 2/11/2021
2113 Vine 2/16/2021
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSESSIONS
Feb 16 – 1. BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry, 2. Systems Realignment, 3. Presentation: Report on Homeless Outreach during COVID-19 Pandemic
March 16 – 1. Capital Improvement Plan (Parks & Public Works), 2. Digital Strategic Plan/FUND$ Replacement Website Update, 3. FY 2021 Mid-Year Report and Unfunded Liabilities Report (tentative)
May 18 – (tentative) – 1. Bayer Development Agreement, 2. Affordable Housing Policy Reform
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Berkeley Police Department Hiring Practices (referred by Public Safety Committee)
Update Zero Waste Priorities
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
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Worth Noting:
We are looking at a very long weekend for City employees with Thursday as reduced service day, Friday as Lincoln Birthday Holiday and Monday, February 15 is President’s Day Holiday.
While these summaries get quite long, please note that not every agenda item is listed, the link is given if you want to dig in for more detail. The Council Agenda Committee Monday and Regular meeting on Tuesday evening take up a lot of space. Zoning Applications that have been approved and are in the appeal period are at the very bottom of this long list. If you wish to see my comments from attending the City meetings of the previous week, go to the Activist’s Diary in the Berkeley Daily Planet, www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
If you have a meeting you would like included in the summary of meetings, please send a notice to [email protected] by noon on the Friday of the preceding week.
Sunday, February 7, 2021
No City meetings or events found
Monday, February 8, 2021
City Council Health, Life Enrichment, Equity & Community Committee, 10 am,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Health,_Life_Enrichment,_Equity___Community.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81065589979
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 810 6558 9979
AGENDA: 2. Sustainable Food Policies – Support Vision 2025, 3. Resolution Requesting CA State Legislature to condemn racial injustice and police brutality
Youth Commission, 5 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Youth_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/92796336311
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 927 9633 6311
AGENDA: 10. Summer Programs/Summer Jobs, 11. Discussion with BUSD Trigger Warning Policies with BUSD Board President Ty Alper, 12. Discussion with members of Berkeley International High School Leadership and Black, Indigenous and People of Color Support Committee, 13. Discussion Sex and Consent Education, 15. Discussion Drug Harm Reduction,
Agenda and Rules Committee, 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89989073676
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 899 8907 3676
AGENDA Planning for 2/23/21 Regular Meeting: CONSENT: 2. $210,000 for Mildred Howard Sculpture Commission, 4. Contract add $564,480 and extend 3 yr to 6/30/24 with Jackson & Coker for Lums Tenens Psychiatrists, 5. CA Community Housing Agency (CalCHA) Middle Income Rental Housing Program – authorize CM to enter purchase option agreements with CalCHA for middle-income rental housing, 6. Contract add $118,610 total $820,937 and extend to 6/30/22 with NextGen Health Care Information System for Electronic Health Records, 7. Contract add $77,050 total $102,025 with RevolutionCyber to develop policies and procedures for City’s Data Safety Program, 8. Contract $530,000 with Presidio Network Solutions, LLC, 3/1/22-6/30/22 for network equipment hardware, software and installation, 9. License Agreement Patpatia & Assoc for 125-127 University, 10. Lease Agreement with Patpatia & Assoc for 125-127 University, 11. Contracts $150,000 each with Interface Engineering, Inc and Salas O’Brien Engineers for On-call Citywide Electrical Engineering Services, 12. Contract add $3,556,756 total $11,089,951 and extend to 12/31/22 with LAZ Parking LLC to manage City-owned off-street parking facilities Telegraph Channing, Oxford & Center Street Garage, 13. PO $468,700 with Pape Machinery for 1 John Deere 644L Hybrid Wheel Loader, 14. PO $1,200,000 4 Tractor Trucks, 15. Refer to City Attorney to finalize ordinance to prohibit us of City Streets for Operating, Parking or Idling Combustion Vehicles by 2045, 16. Refer to City Attorney to finalize ordinance to prohibit sale of Gasoline, Diesel and other carbon-based transportation fuels by 2045, 17. Oppose new US Base Construction in Henoko-Oura Bay of Okinawa, 18. Initiate Just Transition to a Regenerative Economy to Address Climate Emergency FITES recommends vote of no action, 19. Virtual Holocaust Remembrance Day Event, ACTION: 20a. Appeal 1850 Arch, 20b. Appeal 1862 Arch, 20c. dismiss appeals, 21. Service Animals Welcome Training, 22. Amend BERA to prohibit Officeholder Accounts, 23. Resolution to establish temporary committee (3 Councilmembers 3 Open Government Commissioners) to make recommendations relinquishments and grants from councilmember office budgets, 24. Create and Support an Adopt an Unhoused community program, 25. Budget and Finance Committee recommended no action on Property Tax Equity Measure and for Councilmembers Harrison and Bartlett to submit item on broader policy issues, 26. Allocation Measure P Funds to Lease and Operate Supportive Housing Project “Step Up Housing” at 1367 University, 27. Report and Recommendations fro Mayor’s Fair and Impartial Working Group (report is 194 pages), 28. Refer to CM to study Financial Feasibility of Municipal Housing Development Pilot Program, 29. Refer to CM to study CalCHA affordable housing financing program to support issuance of tax-exempt bonds for affordable housing for low, moderate and middle-income Berkeley families, 30. Budget referral $11,000 to work with Community Climate Solutions to support climate action, 31. Resolution to End Exclusionary Zoning in Berkeley, 32. Quadplex zoning – allow for dividing up existing homes into 4 units, allow for housing developments with up to 4 units to be approved ministerially (without review of ZAB). INFORMATION REPORTS: 33. Short Term Referral Quarterly Update, 34. Anti-Displacement Initiatives, 35. FY2021 Public Art Plan and Budgets, 36. CEAC 2021 Workplan, 37. HAC 2021 Workplan, REFERRED ITEMS for Review: 8. Impact of COVID-19, 9. Systems Realignment Proposal, 10. Amend/Regulate Officeholder Accounts, UNSCHEDULED: 11. Commission Reorganization, (Packet 832 pages)
Ashby and North Berkeley BART Community Advisory Group (CAG), 6 – 8 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/bartplanning/
Videoconference: http://bit.ly/Berkeley-BART-CM2 or
https://zoom.us/j/97935684068?pwd=T1ZYK2VnNGwvMFp4WGsyREFtQ0lEdz09
Teleconference: 1-888-475-2299 Meeting ID: 979 3568 4068 Passcode: 872131
AGENDA: 2. Planning Process Overview and Updates, 3. Presentation of Draft Vision and Priorities, attendees are encouraged to watch four informational videos related to Housing, Building Form and Density prior to meeting link https://www.cityofberkeley.info/bartplanning/#CM_2
Tuesday, February 9, 2021
City Council
Closed Session, 4 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84931232767
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 849 3123 2767
AGENDA: 1. Property Negotiations 125-127 University, 2. Anticipated Litigation arising from 1/19/2021 referral to City Attorney and CM to draft emergency ordinance to guarantee hazard pay of $5/hr for grocery store workers,
Regular meeting, 6 pm
email comments to: [email protected]
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85472979547
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 854 7297 9547
CONSENT: 2nd reading 1-5, 1. Amendment to FY2021 Annual Appropriations Ordinance, 2. Amend Berkeley Lobbyist Registration Act, 3. Exempt time for Parkletts and Sidewalk Seating, 4. Reform Off-Street Parking Amend BMC 14 and 23, 5. Authorize goBerkeley Parking Program at All Parking Meters, 6. Ratify (extend) COVID-19 Local Emergency, 8. Amend contract add $500,000 total $1,635,000 thru 12/31/2025 with Claremont Behavioral Services for Employee Assistance Services, 9. Install Banners marking Kala Bagai Way, 10. Reserve $560.000 from Housing Trust Fund for urgently needed housing rehab at Rosewood Manor and Lorin Station Apt., 11. Proclaim February Black History Month and Authorize CM to Fly the Black Lives Matter Flag, 12. Support the Right to Boycott as a Tactic for Social and Political Change – Agenda and Rules Committee (Arreguin, Wengraf, Hahn) recommend no action – not to support, 13. Right to Choose Communications Services Provider, ACTION: 14. Accept CARES Act Funds $891,121and Amendments to spending plan to support housing retention, eviction defense and rehab Rosewood Manor and Lorin Station Apt, 15. Amend Home Occupations Ordinance, 16. Vote of No Confidence in the Police Chief,
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board – IRA/AGA Registration Committee, 5 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/91250138724?pwd=V1F2Y2RIdGM4aGJxQTlneExPeFdqUT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 912 5013 8724 Passcode: 503922
AGENDA: 5. Initial Lease agreements that contain higher rents for certain months and lower rents for others, 6. Possible recommendations for amendments to Berkeley’s Tenant Protection Ordinance
Wednesday, February 10, 2021
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board – Outreach Committee, 5 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/92395563551?pwd=Rjc4QklBZllLQWxmbDhtUDZSbDdaUT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 923 9556 3551 Passcode: 117033
AGENDA: 6. COVID-19 Impacts on Landlords and Tenants, 7. Eviction Moratorium, Measure MM Outreach Materials, 9. Small Property Owners resources for COVID Relief,
Commission on Disability, 5:30 – 9:30 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Disability_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88629045193?pwd=ZlNEYjU3VmtqK0tBdjRnMHc5L1d1dz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 886 2904 5193 Passcode: 427894
AGENDA link is not opening
Homeless Commission, 7 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Homeless_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/96645301465
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 966 4530 1465
AGENDA: 6. Recommendation for FEMA monies to be used for motels to house the homeless, 7. Supportive housing for homeless at People’s Park, 9. Recommendations regarding incorporating homeless persons who are victims of crime in City hate statistics, 10. Recommendation to regarding Council to refer to staff to evaluate a ballot measure to adopt a residential vacancy tax, 11. Property transfer tax to be placed on the ballot to fund housing for the homeless,
Independent Redistricting Commission, 6 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/redistricting/
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84387403826
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 843 8740 3826
AGENDA: 2. Selection of 5 At-Large Independent Redistricting Commission Members and 5 at-large alternates,
Housing Advisory Commission – Special Meeting, 7 – 9 pm
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Housing_Advisory_Commission/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/95678461912
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 956 7846 1912
AGENDA: 6. Possible Action Housing Trust Fund Predevelopment Loan Applications, a. 2024 Ashby (St. Paul AME), 1708 Harmon (ECOGIC-Ephesians Church of God in Christ), 7. Affordable Housing Development Funds at BART Station Areas,
Police Review Commission, 7 – 10 pm,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87070468124
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 870 7046 8124
AGENDA: 9.b. Update on transition to new Police Accountability Board, 10. Recommend to Council importance of starting development of rules and regulations governing operation of incoming Police Accountability Board with input from PRC and Community, b. Tow fees subcommittee recommendation to refer tow fees to Reimagining Public Safety Task Force and close complaint and dissolve subcommittee,
Parks and Waterfront Commission, 7 – 9 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Parks_and_Waterfront_Commission.aspx
Videoconference: not posted
Teleconference: not posted Meeting ID: not posted
AGENDA: link is broken, secretary R Miller is working on fixing it over the weekend. It should be fixed by Monday at the latest.
Thursday, February 11, 2021
City Reduced Service Day
Community for a Cultural Civic Center (CCCC), 12 - 1 pm
A website is in process. Email [email protected] to receive meeting announcements and agendas or join [email protected] to receive meeting notices and documents.
Zoning Adjustment Board, 7 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/94429336573
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 944 2933 6573
AGENDA: 2. 1241 Ashby – continue to March 11, 2021 ZAB meeting,
3. 31 Florida – enclose 2nd story covered balcony within a non-conforming front yard setback on a property that is non-conforming for lot coverage in hillside overly – staff recommend approve
4. Presentation by Justin Horner on Zoning Ordinance Revision Project (ZORP) and appointment of 3 ZAB members
Friday, February 12, 2021
Lincoln’s Birthday Holiday – City Holiday
Saturday, February 13, 2021
Berkeley Neighborhood Council, check for meeting link and agenda https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/calendar/
Sunday, February 14, 2021-Valentines Day
No City meetings or events found
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
1850 Arch (add bedrooms) ZAB – 2/23/2021
1862 Arch (add bedrooms) ZAB – 2/23/2021
1200-1214 San Pablo 2/23/2021
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with End of Appeal Period
2116 Allston 2/11/2021
570 Colusa 2/22/2021
1205 Cornell 2/22/2021
1720 Delaware 2/16/2021
2440 Grant 2/23/2021
1901 Marin 2/23/2021
2220 McGee 2/23/2021
1 Orchard Lane (LPO) 2/9/2021
917 Page 2/23/2021
1128 Parker 2/18/2021
86 Rock 2/22/2021
1216 Stannage 2/18/21
2740 & 2744 Telegraph 2/16/2021
2600 Tenth 2/11/2021
1627 University 2/11/2021
2004 University 2/11/2021
2113 Vine 2/16/2021
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSESSIONS
Feb 16 – 1. BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry, 2. Systems Realignment, 3. Presentation: Report on Homeless Outreach during COVID-19 Pandemic
March 16 – 1. Capital Improvement Plan (Parks & Public Works), 2. Digital Strategic Plan/FUND$ Replacement Website Update, 3. FY 2021 Mid-Year Report and Unfunded Liabilities Report (tentative)
May 18 – (tentative) – 1. Bayer Development Agreement, 2. Affordable Housing Policy Reform
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Berkeley Police Department Hiring Practices (referred by Public Safety Committee)
Update Zero Waste Priorities
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
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January 31 - February 1, 2021
Worth Noting:
The count of noticed City meetings is 13 and community meetings is 2.
The most consequential meeting of the coming week is the special Council Agenda and Rules Committee meeting at 3 pm on Monday where the discussion, recommendations and action will revolve around the proposal from Councilmember Droste with Co-Sponsors Robinson and Kesarwani to reduce and reorganize the number of commissions. The 14 page proposal can be accessed using the meeting link posted below with the meeting announcement.
Officer elections for all the commissions are held in February (or first meeting thereafter)
The agenda highlights and links for the February 9 Regular City Council meeting follow the weekly calendar.
Sunday, January 31, 2021
No City meetings or events found
Monday, February 1, 2021
Agenda and Rules Committee, 3 pm,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82354172388
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 823 5417 2388
AGENDA: Commission Reorganization, 1. Reorganize existing commissions with goal of 20 commissions, 2. Reorganize so no department is responsible for more than 5 commission, 3. Public Works to no more than 3 commissions, 4. Refer to CM and every council policy committee to agendize at next meeting to discuss commission in their purview and make recommendations to full Council how to reorganize, notify commissions and invite chair to participate. Consider renaming of some commissions, (agenda packet 18 pages)
Children, Youth and Recreation Commission, 8 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Children_Youth_and_Recreation_Commission/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/99805552693
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 998 0555 2693
AGENDA: 8. Summer Programming Offerings/Budget Concerns, 9. FY 21 Workplan
Measure O Bond Oversight Committee - Special Meeting, 6 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Measure_O_Bond_Oversight_Committee.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/93950296629
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 939 5029 6629
AGENDA: 6. Discussion Affordable Housing Development Funds: Ashby and North Berkeley BART and Future Housing Funding NOFAs, 7. Discussion/possible action on Measure O Notice of Funding Availability for BUSD-Sponsored Educator Housing, 8. Workplan,
Personnel Board, 7 – 9 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Personnel_Board_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: agenda zoom link gives 1-20-2021 date
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85031125164?pwd=SUUwYlBlNXZHbUhGblpSRUhrcDRQUT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 850 3112 5164 Passcode: 648929
AGENDA: VI. Update Regarding City Training Program
Tuesday, February 2, 2021
City Council Closed Session, 3 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82983080327
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 829 8308 0327
Agenda: 1. Conference with Real Property Negotiators CM and 742 Grayson Owner LLC, 742 Grayson, 2. Conference with Labor Negotiators, Labor Organizations IBEW, Local 1245, SEIU 1021 Community Services and Part-Time Recreation Activity Leaders, Public Employees Union Local 1,
Wednesday, February 3, 2021
Board of Library Trustees, 6:30 pm,
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86042306505
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 860 4230 6505
AGENDA: III. Information Reports, A. Culinary Tools Update, B. Community Responsive Programming, C. Directors Report
City Council Facilities, Infrastructure, Transportation, Environment & Sustainability Committee, 2:30 pm,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Facilities,_Infrastructure,_Transportation,_Environment,___Sustainability.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84990794047
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 849 9079 4047
AGENDA: 2. Potential Bonding and Funding Opportunities for improving the PCI (Paving Condition Index) of residential streets and creating paving master plan, UNSCHEDULED: 3. Request presentation from Public Works on Conversion of City Fleets, 4. Regulate Plastic Bags, 5. Reduce tax imposed for qualifying electrification, energy efficiency and water conservation retrofits, 6. Recognize Rights of Nature,
Homeless Commission, 7 – 9 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Homeless_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/96467108817
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 964 6710 8817
AGENDA: 6. Presentation Measure P Budget
Planning Commission, 7 – 10 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/92666989360
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 926 6698 9360
AGENDA: 10. Public Hearing on Business Support Zoning Amendment Referrals – Amusement Device Arcades
JPA Cities – Tom Bates Fields Meeting, 5 - 6 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/MeasureT1Updates.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/93769101050
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 937 6910 1050
AGENDA: no agenda posted
Thursday, February 4, 2021
City Council Land Use, Housing & Economic Development Committee, 10:30 am,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Land_Use,_Housing___Economic_Development.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84514737810
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 845 1473 7810
AGENDA: 2.a&b. Amending Source of Income Discrimination Ordinance to Establish Enforcement Procedure, UNSCHEDULED: 3. Tenant Opportunity to Purchase Act (TOPA) 4. Amendments to BMC 23C.22: Short Term Rentals
Community for a Cultural Civic Center (CCCC), 12 - 1 pm
A website is in process. Email [email protected] to receive meeting announcements and agendas or join [email protected] to receive meeting notices and documents.
Online (zoom) Town Hall: Race, Equity, and Belonging, 6 - 8 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/uploadedFiles/City_Manager/Press_Releases/2021/town-hall-race-equity-belonging-in-city-services.pdf
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83833592130?pwd=Y1VBa1Jxd1NsVU1lZTBKTGFFOUIzUT09
Teleconference: 1-888-475-4499 Meeting ID: 838 3359 2130
Public Works Commission, 7 – 10 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Public_Works_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85307939987
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 853 0793 9987
AGENDA: not posted
Friday, February 5, 2021
No City meetings or events found
Saturday, February 6, 2021
Racism and Policing in the US, 2:30 – 4:30 pm
https://mail.google.com/mail/u/0/?tab=mm#inbox?projector=1
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89552992448?pwd=eTduTmlnVmZEN04rWDd0WGFReTRlUT09
Speakers: Signe Waller Foxworth, Gerald Smith, Melissa Nold, Event Sponsors: Oakland Greens, Bay Area System Change Not Climate Change and the Alameda County Peace and Freedom Party, For more information call 510.465.9414
Sunday, February 7, 2021
No City meetings or events found
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City Council Regular meeting, February 9, 2021
email comments to: [email protected]
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85472979547
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 854 7297 9547
CONSENT: 2nd reading 1-5, 1. Amendment to FY2021 Annual Appropriations Ordinance, 2. Amend Berkeley Lobbyist Registration Act, 3. Exempt time for Parkletts and Sidewalk Seating, 4. Reform Off-Street Parking Amend BMC 14 and 23, 5. Authorize goBerkeley Parking Program at All Parking Meters, 6. Ratify (extend) COVID-19 Local Emergency, 8. Amend contract add $500,000 total $1,635,000 thru 12/31/2025 with Claremont Behavioral Services for Employee Assistance Services, 9. Install Banners marking Kala Bagai Way, 10. Reserve $560.000 from Housing Trust Fund for urgently needed housing rehab at Rosewood Manor and Lorin Station Apt., 11. Proclaim February Black History Month and Authorize CM to Fly the Black Lives Matter Flag, 12. Support the Right to Boycott as a Tactic for Social and Political Change – Agenda and Rules Committee (Arreguin, Wengraf, Hahn) recommend no action – not to support, 13. Right to Choose Communications Services Provider, ACTION: 14. Accept CARES Act Funds $891,121and Amendments to spending plan to support housing retention, eviction defense and rehab Rosewood Manor and Lorin Station Apt, 15. Amend Home Occupations Ordinance, 16. Vote of No Confidence in the Police Chief,
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
1850 Arch (add bedrooms) ZAB – 2/23/2021
1862 Arch (add bedrooms) ZAB – 2/23/2021
1200-1214 San Pablo 2/23/2021
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with End of Appeal Period
2116 Allston 2/11/2021
1 Orchard Lane (LPO) 2/9/2021
2300 College 2/2/2021
2980 College 2/2/2021
12 Indian Rick Path 2/4/2021
1128 Parker 2/18/2021
1549 Shattuck 2/2/2021
1216 Stannage 2/18/21
1627 University 2/11/2021
2004 University 2/11/2021
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSESSIONS
Feb 16 - BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry, Systems Realignment
March 16 – Capital Improvement Plan (Parks & Public Works), Digital Strategic Plan/FUND$ Replacement Website Update, Update Zero Waste Priorities
May 18 – date open for scheduling
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Berkeley Police Department Hiring Practices (referred by Public Safety Committee)
Ballot Measure Implementation Planning
Pedestrian Master Plan
Worth Noting:
The count of noticed City meetings is 13 and community meetings is 2.
The most consequential meeting of the coming week is the special Council Agenda and Rules Committee meeting at 3 pm on Monday where the discussion, recommendations and action will revolve around the proposal from Councilmember Droste with Co-Sponsors Robinson and Kesarwani to reduce and reorganize the number of commissions. The 14 page proposal can be accessed using the meeting link posted below with the meeting announcement.
Officer elections for all the commissions are held in February (or first meeting thereafter)
The agenda highlights and links for the February 9 Regular City Council meeting follow the weekly calendar.
Sunday, January 31, 2021
No City meetings or events found
Monday, February 1, 2021
Agenda and Rules Committee, 3 pm,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82354172388
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 823 5417 2388
AGENDA: Commission Reorganization, 1. Reorganize existing commissions with goal of 20 commissions, 2. Reorganize so no department is responsible for more than 5 commission, 3. Public Works to no more than 3 commissions, 4. Refer to CM and every council policy committee to agendize at next meeting to discuss commission in their purview and make recommendations to full Council how to reorganize, notify commissions and invite chair to participate. Consider renaming of some commissions, (agenda packet 18 pages)
Children, Youth and Recreation Commission, 8 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Children_Youth_and_Recreation_Commission/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/99805552693
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 998 0555 2693
AGENDA: 8. Summer Programming Offerings/Budget Concerns, 9. FY 21 Workplan
Measure O Bond Oversight Committee - Special Meeting, 6 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Measure_O_Bond_Oversight_Committee.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/93950296629
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 939 5029 6629
AGENDA: 6. Discussion Affordable Housing Development Funds: Ashby and North Berkeley BART and Future Housing Funding NOFAs, 7. Discussion/possible action on Measure O Notice of Funding Availability for BUSD-Sponsored Educator Housing, 8. Workplan,
Personnel Board, 7 – 9 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Personnel_Board_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: agenda zoom link gives 1-20-2021 date
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85031125164?pwd=SUUwYlBlNXZHbUhGblpSRUhrcDRQUT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 850 3112 5164 Passcode: 648929
AGENDA: VI. Update Regarding City Training Program
Tuesday, February 2, 2021
City Council Closed Session, 3 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82983080327
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 829 8308 0327
Agenda: 1. Conference with Real Property Negotiators CM and 742 Grayson Owner LLC, 742 Grayson, 2. Conference with Labor Negotiators, Labor Organizations IBEW, Local 1245, SEIU 1021 Community Services and Part-Time Recreation Activity Leaders, Public Employees Union Local 1,
Wednesday, February 3, 2021
Board of Library Trustees, 6:30 pm,
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86042306505
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 860 4230 6505
AGENDA: III. Information Reports, A. Culinary Tools Update, B. Community Responsive Programming, C. Directors Report
City Council Facilities, Infrastructure, Transportation, Environment & Sustainability Committee, 2:30 pm,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Facilities,_Infrastructure,_Transportation,_Environment,___Sustainability.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84990794047
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 849 9079 4047
AGENDA: 2. Potential Bonding and Funding Opportunities for improving the PCI (Paving Condition Index) of residential streets and creating paving master plan, UNSCHEDULED: 3. Request presentation from Public Works on Conversion of City Fleets, 4. Regulate Plastic Bags, 5. Reduce tax imposed for qualifying electrification, energy efficiency and water conservation retrofits, 6. Recognize Rights of Nature,
Homeless Commission, 7 – 9 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Homeless_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/96467108817
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 964 6710 8817
AGENDA: 6. Presentation Measure P Budget
Planning Commission, 7 – 10 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/92666989360
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 926 6698 9360
AGENDA: 10. Public Hearing on Business Support Zoning Amendment Referrals – Amusement Device Arcades
JPA Cities – Tom Bates Fields Meeting, 5 - 6 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/MeasureT1Updates.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/93769101050
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 937 6910 1050
AGENDA: no agenda posted
Thursday, February 4, 2021
City Council Land Use, Housing & Economic Development Committee, 10:30 am,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Land_Use,_Housing___Economic_Development.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84514737810
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 845 1473 7810
AGENDA: 2.a&b. Amending Source of Income Discrimination Ordinance to Establish Enforcement Procedure, UNSCHEDULED: 3. Tenant Opportunity to Purchase Act (TOPA) 4. Amendments to BMC 23C.22: Short Term Rentals
Community for a Cultural Civic Center (CCCC), 12 - 1 pm
A website is in process. Email [email protected] to receive meeting announcements and agendas or join [email protected] to receive meeting notices and documents.
Online (zoom) Town Hall: Race, Equity, and Belonging, 6 - 8 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/uploadedFiles/City_Manager/Press_Releases/2021/town-hall-race-equity-belonging-in-city-services.pdf
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83833592130?pwd=Y1VBa1Jxd1NsVU1lZTBKTGFFOUIzUT09
Teleconference: 1-888-475-4499 Meeting ID: 838 3359 2130
Public Works Commission, 7 – 10 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Public_Works_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85307939987
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 853 0793 9987
AGENDA: not posted
Friday, February 5, 2021
No City meetings or events found
Saturday, February 6, 2021
Racism and Policing in the US, 2:30 – 4:30 pm
https://mail.google.com/mail/u/0/?tab=mm#inbox?projector=1
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89552992448?pwd=eTduTmlnVmZEN04rWDd0WGFReTRlUT09
Speakers: Signe Waller Foxworth, Gerald Smith, Melissa Nold, Event Sponsors: Oakland Greens, Bay Area System Change Not Climate Change and the Alameda County Peace and Freedom Party, For more information call 510.465.9414
Sunday, February 7, 2021
No City meetings or events found
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City Council Regular meeting, February 9, 2021
email comments to: [email protected]
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85472979547
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 854 7297 9547
CONSENT: 2nd reading 1-5, 1. Amendment to FY2021 Annual Appropriations Ordinance, 2. Amend Berkeley Lobbyist Registration Act, 3. Exempt time for Parkletts and Sidewalk Seating, 4. Reform Off-Street Parking Amend BMC 14 and 23, 5. Authorize goBerkeley Parking Program at All Parking Meters, 6. Ratify (extend) COVID-19 Local Emergency, 8. Amend contract add $500,000 total $1,635,000 thru 12/31/2025 with Claremont Behavioral Services for Employee Assistance Services, 9. Install Banners marking Kala Bagai Way, 10. Reserve $560.000 from Housing Trust Fund for urgently needed housing rehab at Rosewood Manor and Lorin Station Apt., 11. Proclaim February Black History Month and Authorize CM to Fly the Black Lives Matter Flag, 12. Support the Right to Boycott as a Tactic for Social and Political Change – Agenda and Rules Committee (Arreguin, Wengraf, Hahn) recommend no action – not to support, 13. Right to Choose Communications Services Provider, ACTION: 14. Accept CARES Act Funds $891,121and Amendments to spending plan to support housing retention, eviction defense and rehab Rosewood Manor and Lorin Station Apt, 15. Amend Home Occupations Ordinance, 16. Vote of No Confidence in the Police Chief,
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
1850 Arch (add bedrooms) ZAB – 2/23/2021
1862 Arch (add bedrooms) ZAB – 2/23/2021
1200-1214 San Pablo 2/23/2021
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with End of Appeal Period
2116 Allston 2/11/2021
1 Orchard Lane (LPO) 2/9/2021
2300 College 2/2/2021
2980 College 2/2/2021
12 Indian Rick Path 2/4/2021
1128 Parker 2/18/2021
1549 Shattuck 2/2/2021
1216 Stannage 2/18/21
1627 University 2/11/2021
2004 University 2/11/2021
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSESSIONS
Feb 16 - BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry, Systems Realignment
March 16 – Capital Improvement Plan (Parks & Public Works), Digital Strategic Plan/FUND$ Replacement Website Update, Update Zero Waste Priorities
May 18 – date open for scheduling
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Berkeley Police Department Hiring Practices (referred by Public Safety Committee)
Ballot Measure Implementation Planning
Pedestrian Master Plan
January 24 - January 31, 2021
Worth Noting:
The coming week feels quieter despite 19 counted meetings including two community group meetings. City Council meetings fill Tuesday with the special meeting at 4 pm on amending (Berkeley Municipal Code) BMC 14 & 23 modifying off-street parking minimums and establishing maximums and regular Council meeting at 6 pm.
Thursday at 10 am the Council Budget and Finance Committee will take up the Tax Equity Measure. This measure is about property taxes and relates to properties in the formerly redlined areas being over charged, i.e, counting crawl spaces and other uninhabitable space as livable and properties in north Berkeley being undercharged by improperly under counting the sq footage of livable space.
There are two community meetings, one Wednesday at 6:30 pm and one Saturday at 10 am to present turning the former Santa Fe Right-of-Way from Ward to Blake into a park.
The first community workshop for the Berkeley Marina Specific Plan is Thursday at 6:30 pm
Sunday, January 24, 2021
No City meetings or events found
Monday, January 25, 2021
City Council Health, Life Enrichment, Equity & Community Committee, 10 am,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Health,_Life_Enrichment,_Equity___Community.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84977897399
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 849 7789 7399
AGENDA: 2. Service Animals Welcome Training, 3. Vision 2025 Sustainable Food Policies, 4. Create and Support an Adopt an Unhoused community program, 5. Request CA State Legislature actions to value human life and condemn racial injustice and police brutality.
Civic Arts Commission Civic Center Visioning Committee, 12pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CivicArtsCommissionHomepage/
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81923274095
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 819 2327 4095
Council Agenda and Rules Committee, 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84992094173
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 849 9209 4173
Agenda Planning for February 9, 2021 regular 6 pm Council meeting: 2nd reading 1. Amendment to FY2021 Annual Appropriations Ordinance, 2. Amend Berkeley Lobbyist Registration Act, 3. Exempt time for Parkletts and Sidewalk Seating, 6. Amend contract add $500,000 total $1,635,000 thru 12/31/2025 with Claremont Behavioral Services for Employee Assistance Services, 7. Install Banners marking Kala Bagai Way, ACTION: 8. Accept CARES Act Funds $891,121and Amendments to spending plan to support housing retention, eviction defense and rehab Rosewood Manor and Lorin Station Apt, 9. Amend Home Occupations Ordinance, 10. Vote of No Confidence in the Police Chief, 11. Support the Right to Boycott as a Tactic for Social and Political Change, 12. Right to Choose Communications Services Provider, 13. Referrals to CM, Measure P Homeless Panel of Experts, Health and Life Enrichment policy committee to establish priorities for Allocation Measure P Funds FY2022, REFERRALS FOR SCHEDULING: 8. Impact of COVID-19 on meetings, 9. Officerholder Account, 10. Relinquishments and grants from office budgets, 11. Amendments to BERA, UNSCHEDULED: Reorganization Commissions for Budget Recovery, (packet 192 pages)
Special Closed Session City Council, 4:30 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84662339508
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 846 6233 9508
Agenda: 1. Appointment City Attorney, 2. Conference Labor Negotiators IBEW, Local 1245, SEIU 1021 Community Services and Part-Time Recreation Activity Leaders, Public Employee Union Local 1,
Peace and Justice Commission, 7 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/ContentDisplay.aspx?id=13054
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83506819543
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 835 0681 9543
AGENDA: 7. FY2022 Workplan
Tuesday, January 26, 2021
Solano Avenue Business Improvement District Advisory Board, 10 am
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Solano_BID_Board.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86475480085
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 864 7548 0085
AGENDA: 5. Projects/Goals for 2021, 6. Coordination & communication with Solano businesses as COVID restrictions continue
City Council, (3 meetings, 3 pm, 4 pm, 6 pm)
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Special Closed Council Session, 3 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82899714502
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 828 9971 4502
Agenda: Pending Litigation Stahschmidt v. Berkeley RG 20069713
Special Council Meeting, 4 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87354849181
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 873 5484 9181
Agenda: Zoning Ordinance Amendments that Reform Residential Off-Street Parking, BMC 14 and 23, modify off-street minimums, impose parking maximums, amend Residential Permit Program (RPP), Institute Transportation Demand Management (TDM)
Regular Council Meeting, 6 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87354849181
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 873 5484 9181
Agenda: CONSENT: 1. Contract add $49,000 total $97,850 thru 1-31-2022 for Mental Health Services Act (MHSA) Innovation (INN) Planning and “Help@Hand” Technology Suite Project Coordination Services with Resource, Development Associates for Planning and Project Coordination Services, 2. Contract $150,000 4/1/2021 – 6/3-/2023 with Easy Does It for Wheelchair services for Seniors and Disabled, 3. Accept Surveillance Technology Report for Automatic License Plate Readers, GPS Trackers, Body Worn Cameras and Street Level Imagery Project, 4. Contract $3,477,475 with Sposeto Engineering for Central Berkeley Transportation & Infrastructure Improvements Project, 5. Contract $2,074,469 (includes 10% contingency $188,588) Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation, 6. Contract $979,349 2/1/2021 – 3/31/2024 with Toole Design for Planning, Design and Engineering of Southside Complete Streets Project, 7. Resolution 2nd addendum to Berkeley Strategic Transportation Plan (application for funding grant from Alameda Co FY 2022-2026), 8. a&b, People’s First Sanctuary Encampment, 9. Confirm Community Appointments to Reimagining Public Safety Task Force, 10. Budget Referral to reinstate partial funding for Gun Buyback, 11. Short Term Referral to City Manager, Disaster and Fire Safety Commission, Planning Commission to Amend ADU Zoning ordinance and Berkeley Fire Code, ACTION: 12. ZAB Appeal 1850 & 1862 Arch removed & rescheduled 2/23/2021, 13. Berkeley 2020 Pedestrian Plan, 14. Public Works Commission Recommendation for the Five-Year Paving Plan, 15. Authorize goBerkeley Parking Program at all Parking Meters, 16. $8000 to Support Community Refrigerators for homeless, 17. Declare Juneteenth as City Holiday, INFORMATION REPORTS: 19. Phase 3 to Underground Utility Wires,
Wednesday, January 27, 2021
Civic Arts Commission, 6 – 8 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CivicArtsCommissionHomepage/
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86147520326
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 861 4752 0326
AGENDA: 6. Presentations: William Byron Rumford Statue, b) BART Plaza Sound Installations, c) Workplan, 7. Action a) Muralist for James Kenny Park, b) Panelists for FY22 Grant Application Reviews, e) Funding of $14,000 for Veterans Building, f) Endorsement of Turtle Island Monument Project,
Disaster and Fire Safety Commission, 7 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Disaster_and_Fire_Safety_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/94783105184
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 947 8310 5184
AGENDA: 4. Annual Workplan, 5. Presentation Measure FF Budget Priorities, 6. Presentation Prioritized Dispatch for Re-Imagining Public Safety
Energy Commission, 4:30 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Energy_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/98207287340
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 982 0728 7340
AGENDA: 4. Presentation draft Berkeley Existing Building Electrification Strategy (BEBES), 6. 2021 Workplan,
Santa Fe ROW potential new park – a Prop 68 grant community meeting, 6:30 – 8 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Parks_Rec_Waterfront/Home/PRW_Capital_Improvments_Program_(CIP).aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/93485975787
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 934 8597 5787
AGENDA: potential park 4 blocks Ward – Blake at Santa Fe Right of Way
Police Review Commission, 7 – 10 pm,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87070468124
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 870 7046 8124
AGENDA: 3. Public comment on agenda items, 9. a. Proposed Acquisition & Use of Controlled Equipment Ordinance, b. Update transition to new Police Accountability Board and Office of Director of Police Accountability, 10. a. ask BPD to issue written policy containing instructions to inquiring about supervised release status of detainees and when searches of such persons are allowed, b. election
Thursday, January 28, 2021
City Council Budget & Finance Committee, 10 am,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Budget___Finance.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82133890701
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 821 3389 0701
AGENDA: 2. Amend Berkeley’s Property Tax Measures and Restore Tax Equity by changing the square footage through comprehensive verification process, 3. Step Up Housing allocation of Measure P Funds to Lease and Operate Housing Project at 1367 University, 4. FY 2022 Budget Development Process,
Community for a Cultural Civic Center (CCCC), 12 - 1 pm
A website is in process. Email [email protected] to receive meeting announcements and agendas or join [email protected] to receive meeting notices and documents.
Zoning Adjustment Board, 7 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/99073264156
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 990 7326 4156
2. 1720 Delaware – legalize elimination of dwelling unit thru combination with another and convert attic storage to habitable to add 8th and 9th bedrooms to parcel - on consent
3. 2113 Vine – establish service of wine at existing wine retailer & to include outdoor areas, complete landscape improvements – on consent
4. 2421 Fifth St – demolish single-family dwelling and construct two residential buildings, 3-story triplex and 3-story single-family dwelling total 4 new dwellings – on consent
5. 2015 Blake – PREVIEW - merge 7 parcels into 2, demolish 4 existing buildings, relocate and restore 2 existing residential buildings with 7 dwelling units, construct 2 new residential buildings, 3-story 6 unit building with 2 units affordable to low income and 7-story 155 unit with 9 units affordable to very low income and subterranean garage with 93 spaces,
Berkeley Marina Specific Plan (BMASP), 6:30 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/BMASP/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/93373467062
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 933 7346 7062
AGENDA: Community Workshop #1, email comments to [email protected]
Wellstone Democratic Renewal Club, 6:30 pm (sharp)
http://wellstoneclub.org/
Videoconference:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81455464543?link_id=0&can_id=57822f7b96c5dc64caaf64f6b86b558e&source=email-our-next-meeting-january-28-645-pmmeeting-feat-congresswoman-barbara-lee-2&email_referrer=email_1049239&email_subject=congresswoman-barbara-lee-is-joining-us
AGENDA: Featuring Barbara Lee to speak on the progressive agenda
Friday, January 29, 2021
No City meetings or events found
Saturday, January 30, 2021
Santa Fe ROW potential new park – a Prop 68 grant community meeting, 10 – 11:30 am
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Parks_Rec_Waterfront/Home/PRW_Capital_Improvments_Program_(CIP).aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/96543653982
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 965 4365 3982
AGENDA: potential park 4 blocks Ward – Blake at Santa Fe Right of Way
Sunday, January 31, 2021
No City meetings or events found
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
1850 Arch (add bedrooms) ZAB – 2/23/2021
1862 Arch (add bedrooms) ZAB – 2/23/2021
1200-1214 San Pablo 2/23/2021
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with End of Appeal Period
1 Orchard Lane (LPO) 2/9/2021
2300 College 2/2/2021
2980 College 2/2/2021
12 Indian Rick Path 2/4/2021
1549 Shattuck 2/2/2021
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSESSIONS
Feb 16 - BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry, Systems Realignment, Presentation: Report on Homeless Outreach during COVID 19 Pandemic
March 16 – Capital Improvement Plan (Parks & Public Works), Digital Strategic Plan/FUND$ Replacement Website Update, FY2021 Mid-Year Report and the Unfunded Liabilities Report (tentative)
May 18 – Bayer Development Agreement (tentative), Affordable Housing Policy Reform (tentative)
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Berkeley Police Department Hiring Practices (referred by Public Safety Committee)
Update Zero Waste Priorities
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Worth Noting:
The coming week feels quieter despite 19 counted meetings including two community group meetings. City Council meetings fill Tuesday with the special meeting at 4 pm on amending (Berkeley Municipal Code) BMC 14 & 23 modifying off-street parking minimums and establishing maximums and regular Council meeting at 6 pm.
Thursday at 10 am the Council Budget and Finance Committee will take up the Tax Equity Measure. This measure is about property taxes and relates to properties in the formerly redlined areas being over charged, i.e, counting crawl spaces and other uninhabitable space as livable and properties in north Berkeley being undercharged by improperly under counting the sq footage of livable space.
There are two community meetings, one Wednesday at 6:30 pm and one Saturday at 10 am to present turning the former Santa Fe Right-of-Way from Ward to Blake into a park.
The first community workshop for the Berkeley Marina Specific Plan is Thursday at 6:30 pm
Sunday, January 24, 2021
No City meetings or events found
Monday, January 25, 2021
City Council Health, Life Enrichment, Equity & Community Committee, 10 am,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Health,_Life_Enrichment,_Equity___Community.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84977897399
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 849 7789 7399
AGENDA: 2. Service Animals Welcome Training, 3. Vision 2025 Sustainable Food Policies, 4. Create and Support an Adopt an Unhoused community program, 5. Request CA State Legislature actions to value human life and condemn racial injustice and police brutality.
Civic Arts Commission Civic Center Visioning Committee, 12pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CivicArtsCommissionHomepage/
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81923274095
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 819 2327 4095
Council Agenda and Rules Committee, 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84992094173
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 849 9209 4173
Agenda Planning for February 9, 2021 regular 6 pm Council meeting: 2nd reading 1. Amendment to FY2021 Annual Appropriations Ordinance, 2. Amend Berkeley Lobbyist Registration Act, 3. Exempt time for Parkletts and Sidewalk Seating, 6. Amend contract add $500,000 total $1,635,000 thru 12/31/2025 with Claremont Behavioral Services for Employee Assistance Services, 7. Install Banners marking Kala Bagai Way, ACTION: 8. Accept CARES Act Funds $891,121and Amendments to spending plan to support housing retention, eviction defense and rehab Rosewood Manor and Lorin Station Apt, 9. Amend Home Occupations Ordinance, 10. Vote of No Confidence in the Police Chief, 11. Support the Right to Boycott as a Tactic for Social and Political Change, 12. Right to Choose Communications Services Provider, 13. Referrals to CM, Measure P Homeless Panel of Experts, Health and Life Enrichment policy committee to establish priorities for Allocation Measure P Funds FY2022, REFERRALS FOR SCHEDULING: 8. Impact of COVID-19 on meetings, 9. Officerholder Account, 10. Relinquishments and grants from office budgets, 11. Amendments to BERA, UNSCHEDULED: Reorganization Commissions for Budget Recovery, (packet 192 pages)
Special Closed Session City Council, 4:30 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84662339508
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 846 6233 9508
Agenda: 1. Appointment City Attorney, 2. Conference Labor Negotiators IBEW, Local 1245, SEIU 1021 Community Services and Part-Time Recreation Activity Leaders, Public Employee Union Local 1,
Peace and Justice Commission, 7 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/ContentDisplay.aspx?id=13054
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83506819543
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 835 0681 9543
AGENDA: 7. FY2022 Workplan
Tuesday, January 26, 2021
Solano Avenue Business Improvement District Advisory Board, 10 am
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Solano_BID_Board.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86475480085
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 864 7548 0085
AGENDA: 5. Projects/Goals for 2021, 6. Coordination & communication with Solano businesses as COVID restrictions continue
City Council, (3 meetings, 3 pm, 4 pm, 6 pm)
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Special Closed Council Session, 3 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82899714502
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 828 9971 4502
Agenda: Pending Litigation Stahschmidt v. Berkeley RG 20069713
Special Council Meeting, 4 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87354849181
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 873 5484 9181
Agenda: Zoning Ordinance Amendments that Reform Residential Off-Street Parking, BMC 14 and 23, modify off-street minimums, impose parking maximums, amend Residential Permit Program (RPP), Institute Transportation Demand Management (TDM)
Regular Council Meeting, 6 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87354849181
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 873 5484 9181
Agenda: CONSENT: 1. Contract add $49,000 total $97,850 thru 1-31-2022 for Mental Health Services Act (MHSA) Innovation (INN) Planning and “Help@Hand” Technology Suite Project Coordination Services with Resource, Development Associates for Planning and Project Coordination Services, 2. Contract $150,000 4/1/2021 – 6/3-/2023 with Easy Does It for Wheelchair services for Seniors and Disabled, 3. Accept Surveillance Technology Report for Automatic License Plate Readers, GPS Trackers, Body Worn Cameras and Street Level Imagery Project, 4. Contract $3,477,475 with Sposeto Engineering for Central Berkeley Transportation & Infrastructure Improvements Project, 5. Contract $2,074,469 (includes 10% contingency $188,588) Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation, 6. Contract $979,349 2/1/2021 – 3/31/2024 with Toole Design for Planning, Design and Engineering of Southside Complete Streets Project, 7. Resolution 2nd addendum to Berkeley Strategic Transportation Plan (application for funding grant from Alameda Co FY 2022-2026), 8. a&b, People’s First Sanctuary Encampment, 9. Confirm Community Appointments to Reimagining Public Safety Task Force, 10. Budget Referral to reinstate partial funding for Gun Buyback, 11. Short Term Referral to City Manager, Disaster and Fire Safety Commission, Planning Commission to Amend ADU Zoning ordinance and Berkeley Fire Code, ACTION: 12. ZAB Appeal 1850 & 1862 Arch removed & rescheduled 2/23/2021, 13. Berkeley 2020 Pedestrian Plan, 14. Public Works Commission Recommendation for the Five-Year Paving Plan, 15. Authorize goBerkeley Parking Program at all Parking Meters, 16. $8000 to Support Community Refrigerators for homeless, 17. Declare Juneteenth as City Holiday, INFORMATION REPORTS: 19. Phase 3 to Underground Utility Wires,
Wednesday, January 27, 2021
Civic Arts Commission, 6 – 8 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CivicArtsCommissionHomepage/
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86147520326
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 861 4752 0326
AGENDA: 6. Presentations: William Byron Rumford Statue, b) BART Plaza Sound Installations, c) Workplan, 7. Action a) Muralist for James Kenny Park, b) Panelists for FY22 Grant Application Reviews, e) Funding of $14,000 for Veterans Building, f) Endorsement of Turtle Island Monument Project,
Disaster and Fire Safety Commission, 7 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Disaster_and_Fire_Safety_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/94783105184
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 947 8310 5184
AGENDA: 4. Annual Workplan, 5. Presentation Measure FF Budget Priorities, 6. Presentation Prioritized Dispatch for Re-Imagining Public Safety
Energy Commission, 4:30 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Energy_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/98207287340
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 982 0728 7340
AGENDA: 4. Presentation draft Berkeley Existing Building Electrification Strategy (BEBES), 6. 2021 Workplan,
Santa Fe ROW potential new park – a Prop 68 grant community meeting, 6:30 – 8 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Parks_Rec_Waterfront/Home/PRW_Capital_Improvments_Program_(CIP).aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/93485975787
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 934 8597 5787
AGENDA: potential park 4 blocks Ward – Blake at Santa Fe Right of Way
Police Review Commission, 7 – 10 pm,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87070468124
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 870 7046 8124
AGENDA: 3. Public comment on agenda items, 9. a. Proposed Acquisition & Use of Controlled Equipment Ordinance, b. Update transition to new Police Accountability Board and Office of Director of Police Accountability, 10. a. ask BPD to issue written policy containing instructions to inquiring about supervised release status of detainees and when searches of such persons are allowed, b. election
Thursday, January 28, 2021
City Council Budget & Finance Committee, 10 am,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Budget___Finance.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82133890701
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 821 3389 0701
AGENDA: 2. Amend Berkeley’s Property Tax Measures and Restore Tax Equity by changing the square footage through comprehensive verification process, 3. Step Up Housing allocation of Measure P Funds to Lease and Operate Housing Project at 1367 University, 4. FY 2022 Budget Development Process,
Community for a Cultural Civic Center (CCCC), 12 - 1 pm
A website is in process. Email [email protected] to receive meeting announcements and agendas or join [email protected] to receive meeting notices and documents.
Zoning Adjustment Board, 7 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/99073264156
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 990 7326 4156
2. 1720 Delaware – legalize elimination of dwelling unit thru combination with another and convert attic storage to habitable to add 8th and 9th bedrooms to parcel - on consent
3. 2113 Vine – establish service of wine at existing wine retailer & to include outdoor areas, complete landscape improvements – on consent
4. 2421 Fifth St – demolish single-family dwelling and construct two residential buildings, 3-story triplex and 3-story single-family dwelling total 4 new dwellings – on consent
5. 2015 Blake – PREVIEW - merge 7 parcels into 2, demolish 4 existing buildings, relocate and restore 2 existing residential buildings with 7 dwelling units, construct 2 new residential buildings, 3-story 6 unit building with 2 units affordable to low income and 7-story 155 unit with 9 units affordable to very low income and subterranean garage with 93 spaces,
Berkeley Marina Specific Plan (BMASP), 6:30 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/BMASP/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/93373467062
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 933 7346 7062
AGENDA: Community Workshop #1, email comments to [email protected]
Wellstone Democratic Renewal Club, 6:30 pm (sharp)
http://wellstoneclub.org/
Videoconference:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81455464543?link_id=0&can_id=57822f7b96c5dc64caaf64f6b86b558e&source=email-our-next-meeting-january-28-645-pmmeeting-feat-congresswoman-barbara-lee-2&email_referrer=email_1049239&email_subject=congresswoman-barbara-lee-is-joining-us
AGENDA: Featuring Barbara Lee to speak on the progressive agenda
Friday, January 29, 2021
No City meetings or events found
Saturday, January 30, 2021
Santa Fe ROW potential new park – a Prop 68 grant community meeting, 10 – 11:30 am
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Parks_Rec_Waterfront/Home/PRW_Capital_Improvments_Program_(CIP).aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/96543653982
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 965 4365 3982
AGENDA: potential park 4 blocks Ward – Blake at Santa Fe Right of Way
Sunday, January 31, 2021
No City meetings or events found
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
1850 Arch (add bedrooms) ZAB – 2/23/2021
1862 Arch (add bedrooms) ZAB – 2/23/2021
1200-1214 San Pablo 2/23/2021
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with End of Appeal Period
1 Orchard Lane (LPO) 2/9/2021
2300 College 2/2/2021
2980 College 2/2/2021
12 Indian Rick Path 2/4/2021
1549 Shattuck 2/2/2021
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSESSIONS
Feb 16 - BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry, Systems Realignment, Presentation: Report on Homeless Outreach during COVID 19 Pandemic
March 16 – Capital Improvement Plan (Parks & Public Works), Digital Strategic Plan/FUND$ Replacement Website Update, FY2021 Mid-Year Report and the Unfunded Liabilities Report (tentative)
May 18 – Bayer Development Agreement (tentative), Affordable Housing Policy Reform (tentative)
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Berkeley Police Department Hiring Practices (referred by Public Safety Committee)
Update Zero Waste Priorities
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
January 17 - January 24, 2021
Worth Noting:
The Inauguration virtual activities start Saturday, January 15 at 2 pm PST. The actual Inauguration is supposed to be at 12 noon EST, 9 am our time, but the schedules are subject to change. The website with the most complete information listing all the activities is https://www.krqe.com/news-resources/2021-inauguration-day-schedule-president-elect-joe-biden-and-vice-president-elect-kamala-harris/
Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday are the busiest days so far for City meetings in 2021 with 20 meetings.
Tuesday is City Council Day with the adopted Ballot Initiatives at 4 pm and the Regular meeting at 6 pm with several important items. Item 3 on the agenda is to allow Commission subcommittees to meet under open meeting law without staff support, posted agendas or public participation. Item 23 Terminate the sale of gasoline, diesel and natural gas passenger vehicles by 2025. Item 25 is Declare Racism as a Public Health Crisis. Item 26. Is Hazard pay for Grocery Workers.
Wednesday when many of us just want to watch the Inauguration and check out for the rest of the day is packed with 6 meetings starting at 2:30 pm with Facilities Infrastructure, Transportation, Environment & Sustainability (FITES) with plastic bags on the agenda. The Housing Advisory Commission (HAC) and the Planning Commission meet jointly at 7 pm on gentrification and displacement.
Thursday there are 9 meetings including two appeals to City Council at 6 pm #2 on the agenda is the Group Living Accommodations (GLA) at 2435 San Pablo, the Pier/Ferry Planning Study at 6:30 pm, Fair Campaign Practices at 6 and 7 pm and Community for a Cultural Civic Center at 12 and 5 pm.
The City Council Regular Meeting agenda for January 26 is available for comment and follows the list of City meetings.
Sunday, January 17, 2021 & Monday, January 18, 2021 - Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday
No City meetings or events found
Tuesday, January 19, 2021
Youth Commission, 5 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Youth_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/98549717574
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 985 4971 7574
AGENDA: 5. Selection Youth Representative to Reimagining Public Safety
Community for Cultural Civic Center (CCCC) Parks Subcommittee, 11 am
Co-leaders Deborah Durant and Erin Diehm, email [email protected] for meeting notices and premeeting reading/work assignments.
Berkeley City Council,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Special Closed Meeting, 3 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82448498273
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 824 4849 8273
AGENDA Pending Litigation a. Popper v. City of Berkeley Dept of Industrial Relations State RCI-CM-810610, b. Loach v. City of Berkeley, Alameda Co, Superior Court, HG19041598
Special Meeting, 4 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84342904842
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 843 4290 4842
AGENDA: 2020 Adopted Ballot Measures
City Council Regular meeting, 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84342904842
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 843 4290 4892
AGENDA: CONSENT: 1. New Reading Amended Annual Appropriations – numerical error, 3. Suspend Commissioner Manual meeting procedures to enabling ad hoc Commission Subcommittees to meet while allowing City staff to continue COVID-19 response - Allows Commission Ad-Hoc Committees to meet under open meeting law without notice of meetings, posting of agendas or public participation and relieves staff of supporting ad hoc subcommittees, 7. Adopt New Housing Trust Fund Guidelines, 8. Revised Agreement with CA State Historic Preservation Officer, 9. Predevelopment and Acquisition Loan for 2527 San Pablo, 10. FY2021 Block Grant, 11. FY2021 Health Plan Changes, 13. MOU Firefighters and Chief Fire Officers, 14. Amend contracts add $500,000 to each total $1,500,000 each West Coast Consulting, Telesis Engineers, 15. Fill vacancies Human Welfare and Community Action Commission, Denah Bookstein, Carols Hill, 16. Amendments to Berkeley Lobbyist Act, 17. Renaming Four City Paths for Founders of Berkeley Path Wanderers Eleanor Hall Gibson, Ruth Armstrong, Jacque Ensign, Patrician DeVito, 18. Revisions to City Legislation for Reimagining Public Safety Task Force, 19. Resolution calling on National Parks to assess suitability of lands to honor the Black Panther Party, 20. Make Child Care Providers eligible for grants and assistance under Berkeley Relief Fund, 21. Reaffirm support Roe v Wade, 22. Support for AB 15 and AB 16 Tenant Stabilization Act, ACTION: 23. Referral to draft Ordinance terminating sale of gasoline, diesel, and natural gas passenger vehicles throughout City of Berkeley by 2025 (is a phase out of sales beginning in 2025), 24. Call on supermarkets, restaurants and other food corporations in Berkeley to implement Proposition 12 (cage free eggs and meat – ballot passed in 2018) ASAP, 25. Declare Racism As a Public Health Crisis (original and revised included with item), 26. Guarantee COVID-19 Hazard Pay for Grocery Workers, 27. Extend Time for Temporary Parklets and Sidewalk Seating Post COVID-19, INFORMATION REPORTS: 28. Condo Conversional Annual Report, 29. Referral Response Housing/Homeless Uses for 1631 Fifth.
Wednesday, January 20, 2021
Civic Arts Commission Civic Center Visioning Subcommittee Meeting, 3 – 4 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81923274095
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 819 2327 4095
No agenda posted
City Council Facilities, Infrastructure, Transportation, Environment & Sustainability Committee (FITES), 2:30 pm,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Facilities,_Infrastructure,_Transportation,_Environment,___Sustainability.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88069076724
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 880 6907 6724
AGENDA: 2. Adopt Ordinance to Regulate Plastic Bags at Retail and Food Establishments, 3. Prohibition on sale of Gasoline, Diesel and Other Carbon-Based Transportation Fuels by 2045, 4. Prohibition of use of City Streets for Operation, Parking or Idling Combustion vehicles by 2045, 5. Amend BMC 7.52 Reducing Tax Imposed for Qualifying Electrification, Energy Efficiency and Water Conservation retrofits, 6. Initiate Citywide, Regional and International Just Transition to a Regenerative Economy to Address Climate Emergency, UNSCHEDULED: 7. Recognize Rights of Nature, 8. Potential Bonding and Funding Opportunities for Improving PCI.
Commission on Labor, 7 – 9 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Labor_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/91328731421?pwd=TkdsZHFDbG1raWlwbjZwaVBxOWoyZz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 913 2873 1421 Passcode: 063782
AGENDA: 4. In Memoriam Margy Wilkinson, 5. election, 6. 2021 Workplan
Housing Advisory Commission and Planning Commission joint meeting, 7 – 9 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Housing_Advisory_Commission/
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/94802421193
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 948 0242 1193
AGENDA: 6. Presentation from Healthy Black Families, 7. Presentation on Partnership for the Bay’s Future & Berkeley Initiatives, 8. Policies to Prevent Displacement and Gentrification of Berkeley Residents of Color and African Americans.
Independent Redistricting Commission, 6 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/redistricting/
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81155234355
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 811 5523 4355
AGENDA: 1. Selection of five At-Large Commissioners and alternates
Sugar-Sweetened Beverage Product Panel of Experts, 4:30 - 6:30
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Sugar-Sweetened_Beverage_Product_Panel_of_Experts.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84962084828?pwd=U2VLYjJEK1VTUFc3NlMxZ0Q1QzBMQT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 849 6208 4828 Passcode: 462984
AGENDA: 6. Procurement Resolution not to sell, provide or distribute Sugar Sweetened Beverages in performance of City Contract or Grant.
Thursday, January 21, 2021
City Council Land Use, Housing & Economic Development Committee, 10:30 am
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Land_Use,_Housing___Economic_Development.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89171032744
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 891 7103 2744
AGENDA: 3. a&b Amending Source of Income Discrimination Ordinance to Establish Admin Enforcement Procedure, 4. Tenant Opportunity to Purchase Act Ordinance, 5. Amendment BMC 23C.22 Short Term Referrals to clarify ordinance, host responsibilities, tenant protections and remedies for violating the ordinance.
Community for a Cultural Civic Center (CCCC), 12 noon and 5 pm
A website is in process. Email [email protected] to receive meeting announcements and agendas or join [email protected] to receive meeting notices and documents.
12 noon AGENDA: Single item agenda - Report on Water Intrusion at Veterans Building and Maudelle Shirek Building (old city hall)
5 pm AGENDA: to be announced, later meeting to facilitate BHS students joining planning process.
Berkeley City Council, 6 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83612924326
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 836 1292 4326
AGENDA: 1. Appeal LPC decision to deny 1915 Berryman designation as Landmark or Structure of Merit, 2. Appeal of ZAB approval of 0 (2435) San Pablo 42 Group Living Accommodation with 42 rooms approximately 200 sq ft for single occupancy.
Pier/Ferry Planning Study – Community Meeting #1, 6:30 – 8:30 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Parks_Rec_Waterfront/Home/PRW_Capital_Improvments_Program_(CIP).aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/93212728437
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 932 1272 8437
Design Review Committee, 7 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/designreview/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/96775827171
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 967 7582 7171
Fair Campaign Practices Commission / Open Government Commission,
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/FCPC/
Videoconference: same for both the 6 pm and 7 pm meetings https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83031834935?pwd=MGl6T0VMZ0k4V3dGZUcvYy9WRUhoUT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 830 3183 4935
Special Meeting Fair Campaign Practices Commission 6 pm
AGENDA: 4. BMC 2.12.335 consideration of pending enforcement matters: 1) Rent Board candidates Bahman Ahmadi, Dan McDunn, Soulmaz Panahi, Wendy Saenz Hood Neufield, Pawel Moldenhawer, 2) Re-elect Mayor Jesse Arreguin 2020, 3) Rent Stabilization Board candidates Leah Simon-Weisberg, Mari Mendonca, Any Kelley, Dominique Walker, Xavier Johnson.
Fair Campaign Practices Commission / Open Government Commission Regular Meeting, 7 pm
AGENDA: FCPC 6. Complaint violation of BERA by candidates Bahman Ahmadi, Dan McDunn, Soulmaz Panahi, Wendy Saenz Hood Neufield, Pawel Moldenhawer, 7. Complaint alleging violation of BERA by Wayne Hsiung, 8. Referrals re outstanding campaign Committee amendments investigation Maria Poblet and Berkeley Community for Police Oversight, 9. Referrals from City Clerk re Public Finance Program Andrew for Berkeley Council, Wayne Hsiung for Mayor, OGC 11. Referral from Office of City Clerk re failure by multiple City lobbyists to file quarterly reports; possible creation of rules, procedure and regulation to guide Lobbyist Registration Act enforcement process, 12. Complaint filed by Olga Schwartz alleging violations to ZAB proceedings
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board, 7 pm,
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/97892225390?pwd=aCtINGNNQmFOS1JRd25vbVEzYVFvZz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 978 9222 5390
AGENDA: 5. Presentation on Housing Legislation, Recommendation to endorse AB 15 Tenant Stabilization Act & AB 16 Tenant, Small Landlord and Affordable Housing Provider Stabilization Act.
Friday, January 22, 2021 & Saturday, January 23, 2021 & Sunday, January 24, 2021
No City meetings or events found
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City Council January 26, 6 pm Regular Meeting available for comment,
email [email protected]
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87354849181
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 873 5484 9181
CONSENT: 1. Contract add $49,000 total $97,850 thru 1-31-2022 for Mental Health Services Act (MHSA) Innovation (INN) Planning and “Help@Hand” Technology Suite Project Coordination Services with Resource, Development Associates for Planning and Project Coordination Services, 2. Contract $150,000 4/1/2021 – 6/3-/2023 with Easy Does It for Wheelchair services for Seniors and Disabled, 3. Accept Surveillance Technology Report for Automatic License Plate Readers, GPS Trackers, Body Worn Cameras and Street Level Imagery Project, 4. Contract $3,477,475 with Sposeto Engineering for Central Berkeley Transportation & Infrastructure Improvements Project, 5. Contract $2,074,469 (includes 10% contingency $188,588) Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation, 6. Contract $979,349 2/1/2021 – 3/31/2024 with Toole Design for Planning, Design and Engineering of Southside Complete Streets Project, 7. Resolution 2nd addendum to Berkeley Strategic Transportation Plan (application for funding grant from Alameda Co FY 2022-2026), 8. a&b, People’s First Sanctuary Encampment, 9. Confirm Community Appointments to Reimagining Public Safety Task Force, 10. Budget Referral to reinstate partial funding for Gun Buyback, 11. Short Term Refferal to City Manager, Disaster and Fire Safety Commission, Planning Commission to Amend ADU Zoning ordinance and Berkeley Fire Code, ACTION: 12. ZAB Appeal 1850 & 1862 Arch removed from agenda, 13. Berkeley 2020 Pedestrian Plan, 14. Public Works Commission Recommendation for the Five-Year Paving Plan, 15. Authorize goBerkeley Parking Program at all Parking Meters, 16. $8000 to Support Community Refrigerators for homeless, 17. Declare Juneteenth as City Holiday, INFORMATION REPORTS: 19. Phase 3 to Underground Utility Wires,
Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
0 (2435) San Pablo (group living) ZAB - 1/21/2021
1915 Berryman (Payson House) LPC – 1/21/2021
1850 Arch (add bedrooms) ZAB – 1/26/2021 (removed from agenda)
1862 Arch (add bedrooms) ZAB – 1/26/2021 (removed from agenda)
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with End of Appeal Period
None listed
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSESSIONS
Feb 16 - BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry, Systems Realignment
March 16 – Capital Improvement Plan (Parks & Public Works), Digital Strategic Plan/FUND$ Replacement Website Update, Update Zero Waste Priorities
May 18 – date open for scheduling
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Berkeley Police Department Hiring Practices (referred by Public Safety Committee)
Ballot Measure Implementation Planning
Pedestrian Master Plan
Removed from Lists
Update Berkeley’s 2020 Vision
Undergrounding Task Force Update – Will be presented as Information Item
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This Summary of City of Berkeley meetings is the available published public meetings that could be found and they are important. This does not include the task forces established by the Mayor (those schedules are not available). If anyone would like to share meeting schedules including community meetings to be included in the weekly summary so we can be better-informed citizenry, please forward the notices to [email protected] before Friday noon of the preceding week.
Worth Noting:
The Inauguration virtual activities start Saturday, January 15 at 2 pm PST. The actual Inauguration is supposed to be at 12 noon EST, 9 am our time, but the schedules are subject to change. The website with the most complete information listing all the activities is https://www.krqe.com/news-resources/2021-inauguration-day-schedule-president-elect-joe-biden-and-vice-president-elect-kamala-harris/
Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday are the busiest days so far for City meetings in 2021 with 20 meetings.
Tuesday is City Council Day with the adopted Ballot Initiatives at 4 pm and the Regular meeting at 6 pm with several important items. Item 3 on the agenda is to allow Commission subcommittees to meet under open meeting law without staff support, posted agendas or public participation. Item 23 Terminate the sale of gasoline, diesel and natural gas passenger vehicles by 2025. Item 25 is Declare Racism as a Public Health Crisis. Item 26. Is Hazard pay for Grocery Workers.
Wednesday when many of us just want to watch the Inauguration and check out for the rest of the day is packed with 6 meetings starting at 2:30 pm with Facilities Infrastructure, Transportation, Environment & Sustainability (FITES) with plastic bags on the agenda. The Housing Advisory Commission (HAC) and the Planning Commission meet jointly at 7 pm on gentrification and displacement.
Thursday there are 9 meetings including two appeals to City Council at 6 pm #2 on the agenda is the Group Living Accommodations (GLA) at 2435 San Pablo, the Pier/Ferry Planning Study at 6:30 pm, Fair Campaign Practices at 6 and 7 pm and Community for a Cultural Civic Center at 12 and 5 pm.
The City Council Regular Meeting agenda for January 26 is available for comment and follows the list of City meetings.
Sunday, January 17, 2021 & Monday, January 18, 2021 - Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday
No City meetings or events found
Tuesday, January 19, 2021
Youth Commission, 5 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Youth_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/98549717574
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 985 4971 7574
AGENDA: 5. Selection Youth Representative to Reimagining Public Safety
Community for Cultural Civic Center (CCCC) Parks Subcommittee, 11 am
Co-leaders Deborah Durant and Erin Diehm, email [email protected] for meeting notices and premeeting reading/work assignments.
Berkeley City Council,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Special Closed Meeting, 3 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82448498273
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 824 4849 8273
AGENDA Pending Litigation a. Popper v. City of Berkeley Dept of Industrial Relations State RCI-CM-810610, b. Loach v. City of Berkeley, Alameda Co, Superior Court, HG19041598
Special Meeting, 4 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84342904842
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 843 4290 4842
AGENDA: 2020 Adopted Ballot Measures
City Council Regular meeting, 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84342904842
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 843 4290 4892
AGENDA: CONSENT: 1. New Reading Amended Annual Appropriations – numerical error, 3. Suspend Commissioner Manual meeting procedures to enabling ad hoc Commission Subcommittees to meet while allowing City staff to continue COVID-19 response - Allows Commission Ad-Hoc Committees to meet under open meeting law without notice of meetings, posting of agendas or public participation and relieves staff of supporting ad hoc subcommittees, 7. Adopt New Housing Trust Fund Guidelines, 8. Revised Agreement with CA State Historic Preservation Officer, 9. Predevelopment and Acquisition Loan for 2527 San Pablo, 10. FY2021 Block Grant, 11. FY2021 Health Plan Changes, 13. MOU Firefighters and Chief Fire Officers, 14. Amend contracts add $500,000 to each total $1,500,000 each West Coast Consulting, Telesis Engineers, 15. Fill vacancies Human Welfare and Community Action Commission, Denah Bookstein, Carols Hill, 16. Amendments to Berkeley Lobbyist Act, 17. Renaming Four City Paths for Founders of Berkeley Path Wanderers Eleanor Hall Gibson, Ruth Armstrong, Jacque Ensign, Patrician DeVito, 18. Revisions to City Legislation for Reimagining Public Safety Task Force, 19. Resolution calling on National Parks to assess suitability of lands to honor the Black Panther Party, 20. Make Child Care Providers eligible for grants and assistance under Berkeley Relief Fund, 21. Reaffirm support Roe v Wade, 22. Support for AB 15 and AB 16 Tenant Stabilization Act, ACTION: 23. Referral to draft Ordinance terminating sale of gasoline, diesel, and natural gas passenger vehicles throughout City of Berkeley by 2025 (is a phase out of sales beginning in 2025), 24. Call on supermarkets, restaurants and other food corporations in Berkeley to implement Proposition 12 (cage free eggs and meat – ballot passed in 2018) ASAP, 25. Declare Racism As a Public Health Crisis (original and revised included with item), 26. Guarantee COVID-19 Hazard Pay for Grocery Workers, 27. Extend Time for Temporary Parklets and Sidewalk Seating Post COVID-19, INFORMATION REPORTS: 28. Condo Conversional Annual Report, 29. Referral Response Housing/Homeless Uses for 1631 Fifth.
Wednesday, January 20, 2021
Civic Arts Commission Civic Center Visioning Subcommittee Meeting, 3 – 4 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81923274095
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 819 2327 4095
No agenda posted
City Council Facilities, Infrastructure, Transportation, Environment & Sustainability Committee (FITES), 2:30 pm,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Facilities,_Infrastructure,_Transportation,_Environment,___Sustainability.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88069076724
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 880 6907 6724
AGENDA: 2. Adopt Ordinance to Regulate Plastic Bags at Retail and Food Establishments, 3. Prohibition on sale of Gasoline, Diesel and Other Carbon-Based Transportation Fuels by 2045, 4. Prohibition of use of City Streets for Operation, Parking or Idling Combustion vehicles by 2045, 5. Amend BMC 7.52 Reducing Tax Imposed for Qualifying Electrification, Energy Efficiency and Water Conservation retrofits, 6. Initiate Citywide, Regional and International Just Transition to a Regenerative Economy to Address Climate Emergency, UNSCHEDULED: 7. Recognize Rights of Nature, 8. Potential Bonding and Funding Opportunities for Improving PCI.
Commission on Labor, 7 – 9 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Labor_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/91328731421?pwd=TkdsZHFDbG1raWlwbjZwaVBxOWoyZz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 913 2873 1421 Passcode: 063782
AGENDA: 4. In Memoriam Margy Wilkinson, 5. election, 6. 2021 Workplan
Housing Advisory Commission and Planning Commission joint meeting, 7 – 9 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Housing_Advisory_Commission/
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/94802421193
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 948 0242 1193
AGENDA: 6. Presentation from Healthy Black Families, 7. Presentation on Partnership for the Bay’s Future & Berkeley Initiatives, 8. Policies to Prevent Displacement and Gentrification of Berkeley Residents of Color and African Americans.
Independent Redistricting Commission, 6 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/redistricting/
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81155234355
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 811 5523 4355
AGENDA: 1. Selection of five At-Large Commissioners and alternates
Sugar-Sweetened Beverage Product Panel of Experts, 4:30 - 6:30
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Sugar-Sweetened_Beverage_Product_Panel_of_Experts.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84962084828?pwd=U2VLYjJEK1VTUFc3NlMxZ0Q1QzBMQT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 849 6208 4828 Passcode: 462984
AGENDA: 6. Procurement Resolution not to sell, provide or distribute Sugar Sweetened Beverages in performance of City Contract or Grant.
Thursday, January 21, 2021
City Council Land Use, Housing & Economic Development Committee, 10:30 am
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Land_Use,_Housing___Economic_Development.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89171032744
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 891 7103 2744
AGENDA: 3. a&b Amending Source of Income Discrimination Ordinance to Establish Admin Enforcement Procedure, 4. Tenant Opportunity to Purchase Act Ordinance, 5. Amendment BMC 23C.22 Short Term Referrals to clarify ordinance, host responsibilities, tenant protections and remedies for violating the ordinance.
Community for a Cultural Civic Center (CCCC), 12 noon and 5 pm
A website is in process. Email [email protected] to receive meeting announcements and agendas or join [email protected] to receive meeting notices and documents.
12 noon AGENDA: Single item agenda - Report on Water Intrusion at Veterans Building and Maudelle Shirek Building (old city hall)
5 pm AGENDA: to be announced, later meeting to facilitate BHS students joining planning process.
Berkeley City Council, 6 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83612924326
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 836 1292 4326
AGENDA: 1. Appeal LPC decision to deny 1915 Berryman designation as Landmark or Structure of Merit, 2. Appeal of ZAB approval of 0 (2435) San Pablo 42 Group Living Accommodation with 42 rooms approximately 200 sq ft for single occupancy.
Pier/Ferry Planning Study – Community Meeting #1, 6:30 – 8:30 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Parks_Rec_Waterfront/Home/PRW_Capital_Improvments_Program_(CIP).aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/93212728437
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 932 1272 8437
Design Review Committee, 7 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/designreview/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/96775827171
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 967 7582 7171
- 3031 Adeline – Preliminary design – demolish existing 1-story commercial structure and construct 5-story mixed use 42 residential unit, 18 vehicle spaces, 54 bicycle spaces
- 800 Dwight – Preliminary design – 97,274 sq ft 3-story 80 ft high production facility with partial 4th floor for mechanical systems on Bayer Campus along 4th Street north of Carleton
Fair Campaign Practices Commission / Open Government Commission,
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/FCPC/
Videoconference: same for both the 6 pm and 7 pm meetings https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83031834935?pwd=MGl6T0VMZ0k4V3dGZUcvYy9WRUhoUT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 830 3183 4935
Special Meeting Fair Campaign Practices Commission 6 pm
AGENDA: 4. BMC 2.12.335 consideration of pending enforcement matters: 1) Rent Board candidates Bahman Ahmadi, Dan McDunn, Soulmaz Panahi, Wendy Saenz Hood Neufield, Pawel Moldenhawer, 2) Re-elect Mayor Jesse Arreguin 2020, 3) Rent Stabilization Board candidates Leah Simon-Weisberg, Mari Mendonca, Any Kelley, Dominique Walker, Xavier Johnson.
Fair Campaign Practices Commission / Open Government Commission Regular Meeting, 7 pm
AGENDA: FCPC 6. Complaint violation of BERA by candidates Bahman Ahmadi, Dan McDunn, Soulmaz Panahi, Wendy Saenz Hood Neufield, Pawel Moldenhawer, 7. Complaint alleging violation of BERA by Wayne Hsiung, 8. Referrals re outstanding campaign Committee amendments investigation Maria Poblet and Berkeley Community for Police Oversight, 9. Referrals from City Clerk re Public Finance Program Andrew for Berkeley Council, Wayne Hsiung for Mayor, OGC 11. Referral from Office of City Clerk re failure by multiple City lobbyists to file quarterly reports; possible creation of rules, procedure and regulation to guide Lobbyist Registration Act enforcement process, 12. Complaint filed by Olga Schwartz alleging violations to ZAB proceedings
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board, 7 pm,
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/97892225390?pwd=aCtINGNNQmFOS1JRd25vbVEzYVFvZz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 978 9222 5390
AGENDA: 5. Presentation on Housing Legislation, Recommendation to endorse AB 15 Tenant Stabilization Act & AB 16 Tenant, Small Landlord and Affordable Housing Provider Stabilization Act.
Friday, January 22, 2021 & Saturday, January 23, 2021 & Sunday, January 24, 2021
No City meetings or events found
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City Council January 26, 6 pm Regular Meeting available for comment,
email [email protected]
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87354849181
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 873 5484 9181
CONSENT: 1. Contract add $49,000 total $97,850 thru 1-31-2022 for Mental Health Services Act (MHSA) Innovation (INN) Planning and “Help@Hand” Technology Suite Project Coordination Services with Resource, Development Associates for Planning and Project Coordination Services, 2. Contract $150,000 4/1/2021 – 6/3-/2023 with Easy Does It for Wheelchair services for Seniors and Disabled, 3. Accept Surveillance Technology Report for Automatic License Plate Readers, GPS Trackers, Body Worn Cameras and Street Level Imagery Project, 4. Contract $3,477,475 with Sposeto Engineering for Central Berkeley Transportation & Infrastructure Improvements Project, 5. Contract $2,074,469 (includes 10% contingency $188,588) Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation, 6. Contract $979,349 2/1/2021 – 3/31/2024 with Toole Design for Planning, Design and Engineering of Southside Complete Streets Project, 7. Resolution 2nd addendum to Berkeley Strategic Transportation Plan (application for funding grant from Alameda Co FY 2022-2026), 8. a&b, People’s First Sanctuary Encampment, 9. Confirm Community Appointments to Reimagining Public Safety Task Force, 10. Budget Referral to reinstate partial funding for Gun Buyback, 11. Short Term Refferal to City Manager, Disaster and Fire Safety Commission, Planning Commission to Amend ADU Zoning ordinance and Berkeley Fire Code, ACTION: 12. ZAB Appeal 1850 & 1862 Arch removed from agenda, 13. Berkeley 2020 Pedestrian Plan, 14. Public Works Commission Recommendation for the Five-Year Paving Plan, 15. Authorize goBerkeley Parking Program at all Parking Meters, 16. $8000 to Support Community Refrigerators for homeless, 17. Declare Juneteenth as City Holiday, INFORMATION REPORTS: 19. Phase 3 to Underground Utility Wires,
Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
0 (2435) San Pablo (group living) ZAB - 1/21/2021
1915 Berryman (Payson House) LPC – 1/21/2021
1850 Arch (add bedrooms) ZAB – 1/26/2021 (removed from agenda)
1862 Arch (add bedrooms) ZAB – 1/26/2021 (removed from agenda)
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with End of Appeal Period
None listed
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSESSIONS
Feb 16 - BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry, Systems Realignment
March 16 – Capital Improvement Plan (Parks & Public Works), Digital Strategic Plan/FUND$ Replacement Website Update, Update Zero Waste Priorities
May 18 – date open for scheduling
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Berkeley Police Department Hiring Practices (referred by Public Safety Committee)
Ballot Measure Implementation Planning
Pedestrian Master Plan
Removed from Lists
Update Berkeley’s 2020 Vision
Undergrounding Task Force Update – Will be presented as Information Item
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This Summary of City of Berkeley meetings is the available published public meetings that could be found and they are important. This does not include the task forces established by the Mayor (those schedules are not available). If anyone would like to share meeting schedules including community meetings to be included in the weekly summary so we can be better-informed citizenry, please forward the notices to [email protected] before Friday noon of the preceding week.
January 3 - January 10, 2021
Worth Noting:
City meetings resume. Council is on Winter Recess thru January 18, 2021.
Monday – Agenda committee 2:30 pm planning for January 19 City Council regular meeting. Note the documents for Reimagining Public Safety Task Force are not a quick read.
Wednesday – Planning Commission 7 pm considers 2628 Shattuck as a condo project
Thursday – Community for Cultural Civic Center meets at 12 noon. Public Works meets at 7 pm and considers paving policy.
Sunday, January 3, 2021
No City meetings or events found
Monday, January 4, 2021
Agenda and Rules Committee, 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84969006215
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128, 1-877-853-5256 (toll free) Meeting ID: 849 6900 6215
Agenda Planning for January 19, 2021 Regular City Council meeting: CONSENT: 3. Suspend Commissioner Manual meeting procedures to enabling ad hoc Commission Subcommittees to meet while allowing City staff to continue COVID-19 response, 7. Adopt New Housing Trust Fund Guidelines, 8. Revised Agreement with CA State Historic Preservation Officer, 9. Predevelopment and Acquisition Loan for 2527 San Pablo, 10. 2021 Block Grant, 11. 2021 Health Plan Changes, 13. Amend contracts add $500,000 to each total $1,500,000 each West Coast Consulting, Telesis Engineers, 14. Fill vacancies Human Welfare and Community Action Commission, Denah Bookstein, Carols Hill, 15. Renaming Four City Paths for Founders of Berkeley Path Wanderers Eleanor Hall Gibson, Ruth Armstrong, Jacque Ensign, Patrician DeVito, 16. Referral to draft Ordinance terminating sale of gasoline, diesel, and natural gas passenger vehicles throughout City of Berkeley by 2025 (is a phase out of sales beginning in 2025), ACTION: 17. Call on supermarkets, restaurants and other food corporations in Berkeley to implement Proposition 12 (cage free eggs and meat – ballot passed in 2018) ASAP, 18. Amend Berkeley Lobbyist Registration Act, 19. Declare Racism As a Public Health Crisis (original and revised included with item), 20. Revisions to City Legislation for Reimagining Public Safety Task Force, 21. Resolution calling on National Parks to assess suitability of lands to honor the Black Panther Party, 22. Guarantee COVID-19 Hazard Pay for Grocery Workers, 23. Make Child Care Providers eligible for for grants and assistance under Berkeley Relief Fund, 24. Extend Time for Temporary Parklets and Sidewalk Seating Post COVID-19, 25. Reaffirm COB commitment to Roe v. Wade, Information Reports: 26. Condo Conversional Annual Report, 27. Referral Response Housing/Homeless Uses for 1631 Fifth. Referred Items for Review: 8. Impact COVID-19, 9. Commission Reorganization, 10. Affirm Right to Boycott for Social and Political Change, Unfinished Business for Scheduling 1. Kitchen exhaust hoods, 2. Surveillance Technology Report and Acquisition and Use, 3, Report/presentation Homeless Outreach during COVID-19, 4, Vote No Confidence Police Chief (packet 167 pages)
Tuesday, January 5, 2021
No City meetings or events found
Wednesday, January 6, 2021
Board of Library Trustees - Closed Session, 3:30 pm
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89112271161
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 891 1227 1161
Agenda: Public Comment precedes closed session for Evaluation Director of Library Services,
Board of Library Trustees, 6:30 pm
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86042306505
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 860 4230 6505
Agenda: I. Public Comment, II. Consent: contract amendments, III. Action: Library Tax Reserve Fund,
Ashby and North Berkeley BART Community Advisory Group (CAG), 5:30 – 6:30 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/bartplanning/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/94066630866?pwd=Q2MxS3owQWU3cEIwb1pBZzBVVGFTdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 940 6663 0866 Passcode: 827405
Agenda: Office Hours Vision and Priorities Statement
Planning Commission, 7 – 10 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/95996462863
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 959 9646 2863
Agenda: 3. Non-agenda public comment, 9. Public Hearing – Tentative Tract Map #8573 consider 2628 Shattuck @Carleton as condo project, 10. Parking Reform – revise off-street parking ordinance, 11. Consider subcommittee to develop workplan, 12. Consider subcommittee for gentrification and displacement referral,
Thursday, January 7, 2021
Community for a Cultural Civic Center (CCCC), 12 – 1 pm
A website is in process. Email [email protected] to receive meeting announcements and agendas. The Zoom link is the same for all of the Thursday meetings
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83640647988
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 836 4064 7988
Landmarks Preservation Commission, 7 – 11:30 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/landmarkspreservationcommission/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/94018014875
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 940 1801 4875
Agenda: 5. 2001 Ashby (affordable housing project) – Section 106 Consultation Referral, 6. Archaeological Resources and Native Cultural Heritage,
Public Works Commission, 7 – 10 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Public_Works_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85981696444
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 859 8169 6444
Agenda: 7:05 pm public comment on agenda items, 7:30 pm election, work plan, paving policy
Friday, January 8, 2021
No City meetings or events found
Saturday, January 9, 2021
Berkeley Neighborhood Council, 10 am
Look for posting of zoom links to meeting https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/
Sunday, January 10, 2021
No City meetings or events found
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
0 (2435) San Pablo (group living) ZAB - 1/21/2021
1915 Berryman (Payson House) LPC – 1/21/2021
1850 Arch (add bedrooms) ZAB – 1/26/2021
1862 Arch (add bedrooms) ZAB – 1/26/2021
1200-1214 San Pablo (mixed use) – 3/23/2021
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with End of Appeal Period
1423 Acroft 1/11/2021
2161 Allston 1/4/2021
2708 Ellsworth 1/4/2021
1262 Francisco 1/4/2021
1020 Middlefield 1/4/2021
2610 Ninth 1/11/2021
2422 Oregon 1/4/2021
1828 San Juan 1/4/2021
260 Southampton 1/4/2021
1206 Talbot 1/11/2021
2621 Telegraph 1/4/2021
1500 Tyler 1/4/2021
99 The Plaza 1/4/2021
1311 Ward 1/4/2021
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSESSIONS
Feb 16 - BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry, Systems Realignment
March 16 – Capital Improvement Plan (Parks & Public Works), Digital Strategic Plan/FUND$ Replacement Website Update,
May 18 – (tentative) Bayer Development Agreement, Affordable Housing Policy Reform
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Berkeley Police Department Hiring Practices (referred by Public Safety Committee)
Ballot Measure Implementation Planning
Pedestrian Master Plan
Update Zero Waste Priorities
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Removed from Lists
Update Berkeley’s 2020 Vision
Undergrounding Task Force Update – Will be presented as Information Item
Worth Noting:
City meetings resume. Council is on Winter Recess thru January 18, 2021.
Monday – Agenda committee 2:30 pm planning for January 19 City Council regular meeting. Note the documents for Reimagining Public Safety Task Force are not a quick read.
Wednesday – Planning Commission 7 pm considers 2628 Shattuck as a condo project
Thursday – Community for Cultural Civic Center meets at 12 noon. Public Works meets at 7 pm and considers paving policy.
Sunday, January 3, 2021
No City meetings or events found
Monday, January 4, 2021
Agenda and Rules Committee, 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84969006215
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128, 1-877-853-5256 (toll free) Meeting ID: 849 6900 6215
Agenda Planning for January 19, 2021 Regular City Council meeting: CONSENT: 3. Suspend Commissioner Manual meeting procedures to enabling ad hoc Commission Subcommittees to meet while allowing City staff to continue COVID-19 response, 7. Adopt New Housing Trust Fund Guidelines, 8. Revised Agreement with CA State Historic Preservation Officer, 9. Predevelopment and Acquisition Loan for 2527 San Pablo, 10. 2021 Block Grant, 11. 2021 Health Plan Changes, 13. Amend contracts add $500,000 to each total $1,500,000 each West Coast Consulting, Telesis Engineers, 14. Fill vacancies Human Welfare and Community Action Commission, Denah Bookstein, Carols Hill, 15. Renaming Four City Paths for Founders of Berkeley Path Wanderers Eleanor Hall Gibson, Ruth Armstrong, Jacque Ensign, Patrician DeVito, 16. Referral to draft Ordinance terminating sale of gasoline, diesel, and natural gas passenger vehicles throughout City of Berkeley by 2025 (is a phase out of sales beginning in 2025), ACTION: 17. Call on supermarkets, restaurants and other food corporations in Berkeley to implement Proposition 12 (cage free eggs and meat – ballot passed in 2018) ASAP, 18. Amend Berkeley Lobbyist Registration Act, 19. Declare Racism As a Public Health Crisis (original and revised included with item), 20. Revisions to City Legislation for Reimagining Public Safety Task Force, 21. Resolution calling on National Parks to assess suitability of lands to honor the Black Panther Party, 22. Guarantee COVID-19 Hazard Pay for Grocery Workers, 23. Make Child Care Providers eligible for for grants and assistance under Berkeley Relief Fund, 24. Extend Time for Temporary Parklets and Sidewalk Seating Post COVID-19, 25. Reaffirm COB commitment to Roe v. Wade, Information Reports: 26. Condo Conversional Annual Report, 27. Referral Response Housing/Homeless Uses for 1631 Fifth. Referred Items for Review: 8. Impact COVID-19, 9. Commission Reorganization, 10. Affirm Right to Boycott for Social and Political Change, Unfinished Business for Scheduling 1. Kitchen exhaust hoods, 2. Surveillance Technology Report and Acquisition and Use, 3, Report/presentation Homeless Outreach during COVID-19, 4, Vote No Confidence Police Chief (packet 167 pages)
Tuesday, January 5, 2021
No City meetings or events found
Wednesday, January 6, 2021
Board of Library Trustees - Closed Session, 3:30 pm
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89112271161
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 891 1227 1161
Agenda: Public Comment precedes closed session for Evaluation Director of Library Services,
Board of Library Trustees, 6:30 pm
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86042306505
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 860 4230 6505
Agenda: I. Public Comment, II. Consent: contract amendments, III. Action: Library Tax Reserve Fund,
Ashby and North Berkeley BART Community Advisory Group (CAG), 5:30 – 6:30 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/bartplanning/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/94066630866?pwd=Q2MxS3owQWU3cEIwb1pBZzBVVGFTdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 940 6663 0866 Passcode: 827405
Agenda: Office Hours Vision and Priorities Statement
Planning Commission, 7 – 10 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/95996462863
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 959 9646 2863
Agenda: 3. Non-agenda public comment, 9. Public Hearing – Tentative Tract Map #8573 consider 2628 Shattuck @Carleton as condo project, 10. Parking Reform – revise off-street parking ordinance, 11. Consider subcommittee to develop workplan, 12. Consider subcommittee for gentrification and displacement referral,
Thursday, January 7, 2021
Community for a Cultural Civic Center (CCCC), 12 – 1 pm
A website is in process. Email [email protected] to receive meeting announcements and agendas. The Zoom link is the same for all of the Thursday meetings
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83640647988
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 836 4064 7988
Landmarks Preservation Commission, 7 – 11:30 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/landmarkspreservationcommission/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/94018014875
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 940 1801 4875
Agenda: 5. 2001 Ashby (affordable housing project) – Section 106 Consultation Referral, 6. Archaeological Resources and Native Cultural Heritage,
Public Works Commission, 7 – 10 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Public_Works_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85981696444
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 859 8169 6444
Agenda: 7:05 pm public comment on agenda items, 7:30 pm election, work plan, paving policy
Friday, January 8, 2021
No City meetings or events found
Saturday, January 9, 2021
Berkeley Neighborhood Council, 10 am
Look for posting of zoom links to meeting https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/
Sunday, January 10, 2021
No City meetings or events found
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
0 (2435) San Pablo (group living) ZAB - 1/21/2021
1915 Berryman (Payson House) LPC – 1/21/2021
1850 Arch (add bedrooms) ZAB – 1/26/2021
1862 Arch (add bedrooms) ZAB – 1/26/2021
1200-1214 San Pablo (mixed use) – 3/23/2021
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with End of Appeal Period
1423 Acroft 1/11/2021
2161 Allston 1/4/2021
2708 Ellsworth 1/4/2021
1262 Francisco 1/4/2021
1020 Middlefield 1/4/2021
2610 Ninth 1/11/2021
2422 Oregon 1/4/2021
1828 San Juan 1/4/2021
260 Southampton 1/4/2021
1206 Talbot 1/11/2021
2621 Telegraph 1/4/2021
1500 Tyler 1/4/2021
99 The Plaza 1/4/2021
1311 Ward 1/4/2021
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSESSIONS
Feb 16 - BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry, Systems Realignment
March 16 – Capital Improvement Plan (Parks & Public Works), Digital Strategic Plan/FUND$ Replacement Website Update,
May 18 – (tentative) Bayer Development Agreement, Affordable Housing Policy Reform
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Berkeley Police Department Hiring Practices (referred by Public Safety Committee)
Ballot Measure Implementation Planning
Pedestrian Master Plan
Update Zero Waste Priorities
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Removed from Lists
Update Berkeley’s 2020 Vision
Undergrounding Task Force Update – Will be presented as Information Item
December 20 - December 27, 2020
Worth Noting:
Just one month ago on November 17, 2020, the rolling one-week average of daily recorded new COVID-19 infections in California was 8979. Now three weeks after Thanksgiving, a one-day record of 63,817 new COVID-19 cases in California was set this week on Wednesday.
I don’t think anyone wants to spend the holidays with an order that lasts until January 7, 2021 to Stay at Home for all but essential services, but this is where we are. And, if ICU bed availability doesn’t head back over 15%, we could be looking at an extension of that Stay at Home order.
There is only one City meeting in the coming week on Monday. Winter Holiday scheduling has begun. City reduced service days wrap around the Christmas and New Year’s Holidays beginning on December 24, 2020 and continuing through December 31, 2020. Normal schedules resume January 4, 2020. The City Council Winter Recess lasts until January 18, 2021, although there will be an Agenda Planning meeting on January 4, 2021.
Monday, December 21, 2020
Ashby and North Berkeley BART Community Advisory Group (CAG), 5:30 – 6:30 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/bartplanning/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/99362165873
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 993 6216 5873
Topic: Community Outreach and Engagement for Community Meeting #2
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Land Use Notices and Hearings
Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
0 (2435) San Pablo (group living) ZAB - 1/21/2021
1915 Berryman (Payson House) LPC – 1/21/2021
1850 Arch (add bedrooms) ZAB – 1/26/2021
1862 Arch (add bedrooms) ZAB – 1/26/2021
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with End of Appeal Period
2708 Ellsworth 1/4/2021
1262 Francisco 1/4/2021
460 Michigan 12/22/2020
1921 Oregon 12/22/2020
2422 Oregon 1/4/2021
1212 Queens 1/4/2021
1828 San Juan 1/4/2021
260 Southampton 1/4/2021
1500 Tyler 1/4/2021
99 The Plaza 1/4/2021
1311 Ward 1/4/2021
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSESSIONS
Feb 16 - BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry, Systems Realignment
March 16 – Capital Improvement Plan (Parks & Public Works), Digital Strategic Plan/FUND$ Replacement Website Update, Update Zero Waste Priorities
May 18 – date open for scheduling
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Berkeley Police Department Hiring Practices (referred by Public Safety Committee)
Ballot Measure Implementation Planning
Pedestrian Master Plan
Removed from Lists
Update Berkeley’s 2020 Vision
Undergrounding Task Force Update – Will be presented as Information Item
Worth Noting:
Just one month ago on November 17, 2020, the rolling one-week average of daily recorded new COVID-19 infections in California was 8979. Now three weeks after Thanksgiving, a one-day record of 63,817 new COVID-19 cases in California was set this week on Wednesday.
I don’t think anyone wants to spend the holidays with an order that lasts until January 7, 2021 to Stay at Home for all but essential services, but this is where we are. And, if ICU bed availability doesn’t head back over 15%, we could be looking at an extension of that Stay at Home order.
There is only one City meeting in the coming week on Monday. Winter Holiday scheduling has begun. City reduced service days wrap around the Christmas and New Year’s Holidays beginning on December 24, 2020 and continuing through December 31, 2020. Normal schedules resume January 4, 2020. The City Council Winter Recess lasts until January 18, 2021, although there will be an Agenda Planning meeting on January 4, 2021.
Monday, December 21, 2020
Ashby and North Berkeley BART Community Advisory Group (CAG), 5:30 – 6:30 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/bartplanning/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/99362165873
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 993 6216 5873
Topic: Community Outreach and Engagement for Community Meeting #2
_____________________
Land Use Notices and Hearings
Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
0 (2435) San Pablo (group living) ZAB - 1/21/2021
1915 Berryman (Payson House) LPC – 1/21/2021
1850 Arch (add bedrooms) ZAB – 1/26/2021
1862 Arch (add bedrooms) ZAB – 1/26/2021
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with End of Appeal Period
2708 Ellsworth 1/4/2021
1262 Francisco 1/4/2021
460 Michigan 12/22/2020
1921 Oregon 12/22/2020
2422 Oregon 1/4/2021
1212 Queens 1/4/2021
1828 San Juan 1/4/2021
260 Southampton 1/4/2021
1500 Tyler 1/4/2021
99 The Plaza 1/4/2021
1311 Ward 1/4/2021
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
___________________
WORKSESSIONS
Feb 16 - BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry, Systems Realignment
March 16 – Capital Improvement Plan (Parks & Public Works), Digital Strategic Plan/FUND$ Replacement Website Update, Update Zero Waste Priorities
May 18 – date open for scheduling
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Berkeley Police Department Hiring Practices (referred by Public Safety Committee)
Ballot Measure Implementation Planning
Pedestrian Master Plan
Removed from Lists
Update Berkeley’s 2020 Vision
Undergrounding Task Force Update – Will be presented as Information Item
December 13 -December 20, 2020
Worth Noting:
City Council Winter Recess is almost here beginning December 16, 2020 thru January 18, 2021.
What’s Ahead
Monday – Council is voting on the annual appropriations Tuesday evening. The last review by the Budget & Finance Committee will be at 9 am Monday. The Disaster and Fire Safety Commission is meeting at 7 pm to review the proposed amendments to the off-street Parking Zoning Ordinance.
CAG (Community Advisory Group for BART developments) meets at 6 pm
Tuesday- It is unlikely Council will get through all the action items on the December 15 City Council Regular 6 pm meeting agenda unless the meeting is extended to run past midnight. All the Councilmembers and Mayor will be tired from a steady run of meetings beginning at 3 pm.. Let’s hope Mayor Arreguin decides early on what should be postponed until January so we don’t have to hang on until 11 pm to get that announcement. Budget Items 42 and 43 and the loan forgiveness 44 all need to be addressed before recess.
Wednesday– The Planning Commission, 7 pm is holding a hearing on the baseline Zoning Ordinance and will be voting to adopt the Adeline Corridor Plan that was modified by Council on December 8.
Thursday – The Community for a Cultural Civic Center meets at noon. Email [email protected]to receive meeting announcements and links. This is an open community group – all are welcome. The Design Review Committee meets at 7 pm.
Sunday, December 13, 2020
No City meetings or events found
Monday, December 14, 2020
City Council Budget & Finance Committee, 9 am – 12 pm,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Budget___Finance.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87092687380
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 870 9268 7380
Agenda: 2. FY 2020 and FY 2021 Budget Update, 3. General Fund Reserves Replenishment, 4. Assignment of Unassigned General Fund Balance to Reserves, 5. Step Up Housing, $900,000 plus $32,975 Measure P funds, UNSCHEDULED: 6. Tax Equity
City Council Health, Life Enrichment, Equity & Community Committee, 10 am, - 12 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Health,_Life_Enrichment,_Equity___Community.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89124447233
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 891 2444 7233
Agenda: 2. Listening session Homelessness, 3a&b. A People’s First Sanctuary Encampment, 4. Service Animals Welcome Training (training for businesses in responsibilities and access rights of persons with disabilities and service animals), 5. Support Vision 2025 Sustainable Food Policies (movement toward replacing animal-based food with plant-based food) UNSCHEDULED: 6. Unhoused community program (resolution to support neighborhood volunteers adopting an encampment),
Disaster and Fire Safety Commission,7 – 9 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Disaster_and_Fire_Safety_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/91264575427
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 912 6457 5427
Agenda: 1. ADU Urgency Ordinance which expires end of December, 2. Changes to Residential Off-Street Parking Requirements,
Youth Commission, 6:30 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Youth_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/99813540082?pwd=QnFFL1pJSVpTMHFGZE0wUGtnSVpJUT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 998 1354 0082 Passcode: 004327
Agenda: 11. Meeting Moratorium during Shelter in Place, 12. Discussion Trigger Warnings, Items 14 – 24. Subcommittee discussion, appointments and approval,
Ashby and North Berkeley BART Community Advisory Group (CAG), 6 – 9 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/bartplanning/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/95548545979?pwd=NGF4RTNjMjE1UVJzZExsaDNzNnhGdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 955 4854 5979 Passcode: 716555
Agenda: 3. Introduction Zoning and Development Parameters for Building Form and Desired Uses, 4. Design Standards (Presentation + small group exercises), 5. Desired Uses, Community Amenities and Location (Presentation + small group exercises), 7. Public Comment
Tuesday, December 15, 2020
City Council
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Closed Session, 3 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89994401971
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 899 9440 1971
Agenda: Conference with Legal Counsel, 1. anticipated litigation, 2. pending litigation Sandoval v. COB RG 19016889, Moore v. COB RG 17 863897, COB v. Regents of University of California RG19023058
Special Session, 5 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81127849616
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 811 2784 9616
Agenda: 1. Confirm Results Nov 3, 2020 Municipal Election, 2. 2021-2022 Committee and Regional Appointments, 3. Appoint Droste VP Council 12/15/2020-12/15/2021, Appoint Harrison 12/15/2021 – 12/15/2022, 3. 2021 Seating arrangements Kesarwani, Harrison, Bartlett, Droste, Arreguin, Wengraf, Hahn, Robinson, Taplin
Regular Council Session, 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81127849616
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 811 2784 9616
Agenda 1. Swearing in newly elected officials, CONSENT:A. Updates COVID-19 Emergency Response Ordinance (tenant protections), B. Adoption Adeline Corridor Specific Plan, 1. 2ndReading BMC Microenterprise Home Kitchen Operation, 2ndReading BMC BESO, 3. 2ndReading Lease Agreement 1947 Center 5thFlr, 4. Ratify COVID-19 Local Emergency, 5. 1444 Fifth Street Settlement, 6. Minutes, 7. Contract $270,000 1/1/2021-6/30/2022 with National Institute for Criminal Justice Reform to Manage and Lead a Community Engagement Process to Develop New Paradigm of Public Safety in Berkeley, 8. Amend Contract add $120,000 total $370,000 and extend 1 yr with BOSS for Mental Health Clients living at 2111 McKinley, 9. Amend Contract total $1,272,580 and extend to 6/30/2025 with Worldwide Travel Staffing for Nurse Registry Services, 10. Revenue Accept COVID-19 HHS CARES Act funds, 11. Purchase Software $165,000 12/16/,2020 – 6/30/2021 with Kovarus, LLC, 12. Accept Donation $700,000 from Friends of Tuolumne Camp for construction, 13. Joint Use Agreement between COB and BUSD, 14. Recommendations for T1 Phase 2, 15. FEMA application for $1,875,000 for South Berkeley Senior Center, 16. Accept $100,914 from Bay Area Air Quality Management District to support electrification of City fleet vehicles, 17. Grant Application $52,000 to Alameda County Transportation Commission COVID-19 for Healthy Streets, 18. Extend Workforce Agreement with labor organization to 6/30/23 for City capital improvement projects value >$500,000, 19. Continue Sole Source Contract Negotiations with Community Conservation Center, Inc and Ecology Center, Inc., 20. Contract with AC Transit for EasyPass bus pass program for COB employees 1/1/2021-12/31/2025 not to exceed $774,453, 21. Change vendors 3rd Party Administrator for COB Employee Commute Benefit program new vendor BRI (Benefit Resource, Inc), 22. $962,000 to Purchase three Model 600x Regenerative Air Sweeper, 23. $4,5554,575 to purchase 11 Side Loader Collection Trucks with Arata Equipment Co, 24. $327,000 to purchase One Vactor Combination Sewer Cleaner Truck, 25. Prohibition of the Resale of Used Combustion Vehicles in 2040, 26. Allocation $3,000,000 over 2 yr, FY22&23 to Reduce Consumption and Health Impacts of Sugar-Sweetened Beverages, 27. Rocky Road: From Auditor Berkeley Streets (maintenance/repair) Significantly underfunded request report back from City Manager by June 15, 2021 and every six months thereafter regarding the status of audit recommendations until reported fully implemented by Public Works Dept., 28. Sponsor 10thMLK Jr. Celebration, 29. Appoint Alexandria Thomas-Rodriguez to the Berkeley Housing Authority, 30. Establishment of Reimaging Public Safety Task Force follow-up to July 14, 2020 Council action on policing. 31. Resolution requesting state legislation for greater flexibility in traffic enforcement, 32. Deferral of Remaining Permit Fees $720,000 for 2009 Addison (Berkeley Rep housing project) for a period of 10 years, 33. Plaque recognizing childhood home of Kamala Harris, 34. Support calling on food companies to implement the requirements of Proposition 12 (Prevention of Cruelty to Farm Animals Act passed in 2018 with 12/31/2021 compliance date) as soon as possible by selling only cage free eggs and meat, 35. Procedural Request to Council for FITES committee to continue working on Master Paving Plan, 36. Earmark $2.5 million in Housing Trust Fund for Small Sites program, 37. Support Berkeley Baby Book Project, 38. Support S. 4571-extending census deadline, 39. Refer to City Manager to develop Outdoor Dining Program, ACTION: 40. Zoning Ordinance Modify Minimum Residential off-street parking, impose maximums in transit rich areas, 41. Home Occupation Ordinance, 42. Budget Update, 43. FY 2021Annual Appropriations Ordinance, 44. Support loan forgiveness to Berkeley Youth Alternatives, 45. Amendments of BPD Use of Force Policy 300,C. Urgency Item Local Law Enforcement Policy Pursuant to 11/19/2020 Limited Stay at Home Order and 12/3/2020 Stay at Home Order (curfew protections) law enforcement will not pull over drivers, bicyclists or pedestrians solely for suspicion of violating curfew
Wednesday, December 16, 2020
Planning Commission Special Meeting, 7 – 10 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/92849767287
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 928 4976 7287
Agenda: 9. Public Hearing Baseline Zoning Ordinance, 10. Discussion Zoning Amendment Referrals – Research and Development (adds technological research, fabrication and assemblage), 11. Adeline Corridor Plan Adoption (as changed by Council to add stories)
Ashby and North Berkeley BART Community Advisory Group 5:30 – 6:30 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/bartplanning/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/98986826168
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 989 8682 6168
Agenda: Office Hours
Thursday, December 17, 2020
Community for a Cultural Civic Center (CCCC)
A website is in process. Email [email protected]to receive meeting announcements and agendas. The Zoom link is the same for all of the Thursday meetings
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83640647988
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 836 4064 7988
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board, 7 – 11 pm,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Videoconference, Teleconference, Meeting ID, Agenda: not posted
Design Review Committee, 7 – 10 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/designreview/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/95290498965
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 952 9049 8965
1.2590 Bancroft Way –Final Design Review – 8-story, 97 units (including 5 very low income), 40 bicycle spaces, no vehicle parking,
2. 3031 Telegraph– Preliminary Design Review – demolish existing commercial building, construct 6-story, 110 units (including 7 very low income units), 112 bicycle spaces, 29 vehicle spaces,
Friday, December 18, 2020, Saturday, December 19, 2020 and Sunday, December 20, 2020
No City meetings or events found
_____________________
Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
0 (2435) San Pablo (group living) ZAB - 1/21/2021
1915 Berryman (Payson House) LPC – 1/21/2021
1850 Arch (add bedrooms) ZAB – 1/26/2021
1862 Arch (add bedrooms) ZAB – 1/26/2021
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with End of Appeal Period
2580 Bancroft 12/14/2020
1530 Buena 12/15/2020
2708 Ellsworth 1/4/2021
1262 Francisco 1/4/2021
1437 Lincoln 12/15/2020
460 Michigan 12/22/2020
1921 Oregon 12/22/2020
2422 Oregon 1/4/2021
1828 San Juan 1/4/2021
260 Southampton 1/4/2021
99 The Plaza 1/4/2021
1311 Ward 1/4/2021
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
___________________
WORKSESSIONS
Feb 16 -BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry, Systems Realignment
March 16 –Capital Improvement Plan (Parks & Public Works), Digital Strategic Plan/FUND$ Replacement Website Update, Update Zero Waste Priorities
May 18 –date open for scheduling
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Berkeley Police Department Hiring Practices (referred by Public Safety Committee)
Ballot Measure Implementation Planning
Pedestrian Master Plan
Removed from Lists
Update Berkeley’s 2020 Vision
Undergrounding Task Force Update – Will be presented as Information Item
Worth Noting:
City Council Winter Recess is almost here beginning December 16, 2020 thru January 18, 2021.
What’s Ahead
Monday – Council is voting on the annual appropriations Tuesday evening. The last review by the Budget & Finance Committee will be at 9 am Monday. The Disaster and Fire Safety Commission is meeting at 7 pm to review the proposed amendments to the off-street Parking Zoning Ordinance.
CAG (Community Advisory Group for BART developments) meets at 6 pm
Tuesday- It is unlikely Council will get through all the action items on the December 15 City Council Regular 6 pm meeting agenda unless the meeting is extended to run past midnight. All the Councilmembers and Mayor will be tired from a steady run of meetings beginning at 3 pm.. Let’s hope Mayor Arreguin decides early on what should be postponed until January so we don’t have to hang on until 11 pm to get that announcement. Budget Items 42 and 43 and the loan forgiveness 44 all need to be addressed before recess.
Wednesday– The Planning Commission, 7 pm is holding a hearing on the baseline Zoning Ordinance and will be voting to adopt the Adeline Corridor Plan that was modified by Council on December 8.
Thursday – The Community for a Cultural Civic Center meets at noon. Email [email protected]to receive meeting announcements and links. This is an open community group – all are welcome. The Design Review Committee meets at 7 pm.
Sunday, December 13, 2020
No City meetings or events found
Monday, December 14, 2020
City Council Budget & Finance Committee, 9 am – 12 pm,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Budget___Finance.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87092687380
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 870 9268 7380
Agenda: 2. FY 2020 and FY 2021 Budget Update, 3. General Fund Reserves Replenishment, 4. Assignment of Unassigned General Fund Balance to Reserves, 5. Step Up Housing, $900,000 plus $32,975 Measure P funds, UNSCHEDULED: 6. Tax Equity
City Council Health, Life Enrichment, Equity & Community Committee, 10 am, - 12 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Health,_Life_Enrichment,_Equity___Community.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89124447233
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 891 2444 7233
Agenda: 2. Listening session Homelessness, 3a&b. A People’s First Sanctuary Encampment, 4. Service Animals Welcome Training (training for businesses in responsibilities and access rights of persons with disabilities and service animals), 5. Support Vision 2025 Sustainable Food Policies (movement toward replacing animal-based food with plant-based food) UNSCHEDULED: 6. Unhoused community program (resolution to support neighborhood volunteers adopting an encampment),
Disaster and Fire Safety Commission,7 – 9 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Disaster_and_Fire_Safety_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/91264575427
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 912 6457 5427
Agenda: 1. ADU Urgency Ordinance which expires end of December, 2. Changes to Residential Off-Street Parking Requirements,
Youth Commission, 6:30 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Youth_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/99813540082?pwd=QnFFL1pJSVpTMHFGZE0wUGtnSVpJUT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 998 1354 0082 Passcode: 004327
Agenda: 11. Meeting Moratorium during Shelter in Place, 12. Discussion Trigger Warnings, Items 14 – 24. Subcommittee discussion, appointments and approval,
Ashby and North Berkeley BART Community Advisory Group (CAG), 6 – 9 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/bartplanning/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/95548545979?pwd=NGF4RTNjMjE1UVJzZExsaDNzNnhGdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 955 4854 5979 Passcode: 716555
Agenda: 3. Introduction Zoning and Development Parameters for Building Form and Desired Uses, 4. Design Standards (Presentation + small group exercises), 5. Desired Uses, Community Amenities and Location (Presentation + small group exercises), 7. Public Comment
Tuesday, December 15, 2020
City Council
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Closed Session, 3 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89994401971
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 899 9440 1971
Agenda: Conference with Legal Counsel, 1. anticipated litigation, 2. pending litigation Sandoval v. COB RG 19016889, Moore v. COB RG 17 863897, COB v. Regents of University of California RG19023058
Special Session, 5 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81127849616
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 811 2784 9616
Agenda: 1. Confirm Results Nov 3, 2020 Municipal Election, 2. 2021-2022 Committee and Regional Appointments, 3. Appoint Droste VP Council 12/15/2020-12/15/2021, Appoint Harrison 12/15/2021 – 12/15/2022, 3. 2021 Seating arrangements Kesarwani, Harrison, Bartlett, Droste, Arreguin, Wengraf, Hahn, Robinson, Taplin
Regular Council Session, 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81127849616
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 811 2784 9616
Agenda 1. Swearing in newly elected officials, CONSENT:A. Updates COVID-19 Emergency Response Ordinance (tenant protections), B. Adoption Adeline Corridor Specific Plan, 1. 2ndReading BMC Microenterprise Home Kitchen Operation, 2ndReading BMC BESO, 3. 2ndReading Lease Agreement 1947 Center 5thFlr, 4. Ratify COVID-19 Local Emergency, 5. 1444 Fifth Street Settlement, 6. Minutes, 7. Contract $270,000 1/1/2021-6/30/2022 with National Institute for Criminal Justice Reform to Manage and Lead a Community Engagement Process to Develop New Paradigm of Public Safety in Berkeley, 8. Amend Contract add $120,000 total $370,000 and extend 1 yr with BOSS for Mental Health Clients living at 2111 McKinley, 9. Amend Contract total $1,272,580 and extend to 6/30/2025 with Worldwide Travel Staffing for Nurse Registry Services, 10. Revenue Accept COVID-19 HHS CARES Act funds, 11. Purchase Software $165,000 12/16/,2020 – 6/30/2021 with Kovarus, LLC, 12. Accept Donation $700,000 from Friends of Tuolumne Camp for construction, 13. Joint Use Agreement between COB and BUSD, 14. Recommendations for T1 Phase 2, 15. FEMA application for $1,875,000 for South Berkeley Senior Center, 16. Accept $100,914 from Bay Area Air Quality Management District to support electrification of City fleet vehicles, 17. Grant Application $52,000 to Alameda County Transportation Commission COVID-19 for Healthy Streets, 18. Extend Workforce Agreement with labor organization to 6/30/23 for City capital improvement projects value >$500,000, 19. Continue Sole Source Contract Negotiations with Community Conservation Center, Inc and Ecology Center, Inc., 20. Contract with AC Transit for EasyPass bus pass program for COB employees 1/1/2021-12/31/2025 not to exceed $774,453, 21. Change vendors 3rd Party Administrator for COB Employee Commute Benefit program new vendor BRI (Benefit Resource, Inc), 22. $962,000 to Purchase three Model 600x Regenerative Air Sweeper, 23. $4,5554,575 to purchase 11 Side Loader Collection Trucks with Arata Equipment Co, 24. $327,000 to purchase One Vactor Combination Sewer Cleaner Truck, 25. Prohibition of the Resale of Used Combustion Vehicles in 2040, 26. Allocation $3,000,000 over 2 yr, FY22&23 to Reduce Consumption and Health Impacts of Sugar-Sweetened Beverages, 27. Rocky Road: From Auditor Berkeley Streets (maintenance/repair) Significantly underfunded request report back from City Manager by June 15, 2021 and every six months thereafter regarding the status of audit recommendations until reported fully implemented by Public Works Dept., 28. Sponsor 10thMLK Jr. Celebration, 29. Appoint Alexandria Thomas-Rodriguez to the Berkeley Housing Authority, 30. Establishment of Reimaging Public Safety Task Force follow-up to July 14, 2020 Council action on policing. 31. Resolution requesting state legislation for greater flexibility in traffic enforcement, 32. Deferral of Remaining Permit Fees $720,000 for 2009 Addison (Berkeley Rep housing project) for a period of 10 years, 33. Plaque recognizing childhood home of Kamala Harris, 34. Support calling on food companies to implement the requirements of Proposition 12 (Prevention of Cruelty to Farm Animals Act passed in 2018 with 12/31/2021 compliance date) as soon as possible by selling only cage free eggs and meat, 35. Procedural Request to Council for FITES committee to continue working on Master Paving Plan, 36. Earmark $2.5 million in Housing Trust Fund for Small Sites program, 37. Support Berkeley Baby Book Project, 38. Support S. 4571-extending census deadline, 39. Refer to City Manager to develop Outdoor Dining Program, ACTION: 40. Zoning Ordinance Modify Minimum Residential off-street parking, impose maximums in transit rich areas, 41. Home Occupation Ordinance, 42. Budget Update, 43. FY 2021Annual Appropriations Ordinance, 44. Support loan forgiveness to Berkeley Youth Alternatives, 45. Amendments of BPD Use of Force Policy 300,C. Urgency Item Local Law Enforcement Policy Pursuant to 11/19/2020 Limited Stay at Home Order and 12/3/2020 Stay at Home Order (curfew protections) law enforcement will not pull over drivers, bicyclists or pedestrians solely for suspicion of violating curfew
Wednesday, December 16, 2020
Planning Commission Special Meeting, 7 – 10 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/92849767287
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 928 4976 7287
Agenda: 9. Public Hearing Baseline Zoning Ordinance, 10. Discussion Zoning Amendment Referrals – Research and Development (adds technological research, fabrication and assemblage), 11. Adeline Corridor Plan Adoption (as changed by Council to add stories)
Ashby and North Berkeley BART Community Advisory Group 5:30 – 6:30 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/bartplanning/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/98986826168
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 989 8682 6168
Agenda: Office Hours
Thursday, December 17, 2020
Community for a Cultural Civic Center (CCCC)
A website is in process. Email [email protected]to receive meeting announcements and agendas. The Zoom link is the same for all of the Thursday meetings
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83640647988
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 836 4064 7988
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board, 7 – 11 pm,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Videoconference, Teleconference, Meeting ID, Agenda: not posted
Design Review Committee, 7 – 10 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/designreview/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/95290498965
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 952 9049 8965
1.2590 Bancroft Way –Final Design Review – 8-story, 97 units (including 5 very low income), 40 bicycle spaces, no vehicle parking,
2. 3031 Telegraph– Preliminary Design Review – demolish existing commercial building, construct 6-story, 110 units (including 7 very low income units), 112 bicycle spaces, 29 vehicle spaces,
Friday, December 18, 2020, Saturday, December 19, 2020 and Sunday, December 20, 2020
No City meetings or events found
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
0 (2435) San Pablo (group living) ZAB - 1/21/2021
1915 Berryman (Payson House) LPC – 1/21/2021
1850 Arch (add bedrooms) ZAB – 1/26/2021
1862 Arch (add bedrooms) ZAB – 1/26/2021
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with End of Appeal Period
2580 Bancroft 12/14/2020
1530 Buena 12/15/2020
2708 Ellsworth 1/4/2021
1262 Francisco 1/4/2021
1437 Lincoln 12/15/2020
460 Michigan 12/22/2020
1921 Oregon 12/22/2020
2422 Oregon 1/4/2021
1828 San Juan 1/4/2021
260 Southampton 1/4/2021
99 The Plaza 1/4/2021
1311 Ward 1/4/2021
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSESSIONS
Feb 16 -BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry, Systems Realignment
March 16 –Capital Improvement Plan (Parks & Public Works), Digital Strategic Plan/FUND$ Replacement Website Update, Update Zero Waste Priorities
May 18 –date open for scheduling
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Berkeley Police Department Hiring Practices (referred by Public Safety Committee)
Ballot Measure Implementation Planning
Pedestrian Master Plan
Removed from Lists
Update Berkeley’s 2020 Vision
Undergrounding Task Force Update – Will be presented as Information Item
December 6 -December 13, 2020
Worth Noting:
City Council Winter Recess is almost here beginning December 16, 2020 thru January 18, 2021.
What Did and Didn’t Happen
December 1 was Cheryl Davila’s last City Council meeting. Recognition of Cheryl’s work started 40 minutes into the 6 pm meeting and continued for nearly 1 ½ hours culminating with Cheryl’s comments starting at 2:14. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
The Council meeting ended before 11 pm with the item on Zoning Ordinance amendments to parking minimums and maximums postponed to December 15.
What’s Ahead
Tuesday- There are two special back to back City Council meetings. The 4 pm is on tenant protections during the COVID-19 Emergency and 6 pm is on the Adeline Corridor Plan.
Wednesday– The Fair and Impartial Policing Working Group meets at 4 pm. The Civic Arts Commission, 6 pm will have an update on the Civic Center Vision. The Parks and Waterfront Commission which starts at 7 pm has 600 Addison is on the agenda.
Thursday– The last Budget & Finance Policy Committee meeting before the Annual Appropriations vote on December 15. The Community for Cultural Civic Center meeting starts at noon.
The City Council Agenda for December 15 is available for comment and follows the calendar of meetings.
Sunday, December 6, 2020
No City meetings or events found
Monday, December 7, 2020
City Council Public Safety Committee, 10:30 am,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Public_Safety.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83621975390
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 836 2197 5390
Agenda: 2. George Floyd Community Safety Act – develop progressive police academy and curriculum that teaches de-escalation, empathy, Critical Decision Making Model (CDM), 3. Ordinance BMC Regulating Police Acquisition and Use of Controlled Equipment, Unscheduled: 4. Ordinance permanently banning less lethal weaponry, chemical, 5. Providing unhoused with Fire Extinguishers,
Tuesday, December 8, 2020
Special City Council, 4 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82201220671
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 822 0122 0671
Agenda: 1. Updates to the COVID-19 Emergency Response Ordinance to enhance emergency tenant protections, “opt-out” county ordinance to adopt stronger City ordinance
Special City Council, 6 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82201220671
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 822 0122 0671
Agenda: 1. Adoption of Adeline Corridor Specific Plan (ACSP), associated General Plan and Municipal (Zoning) Code Amendments, Certification of FEIR, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/adelinecorridor/
Wednesday, December 9, 2020
Civic Arts Commission, 6 – 8 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CivicArtsCommissionHomepage/
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88944284241
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 889 4428 4241
Agenda: 6. Presentation Civic Center Vision Update by Eleanor Hollander, 7. Action Items: a. letter to Council regarding arts and cultural uses of Civic Center Buildings and Park, b. Public Arts Budget FY 2021 (July 1, 2020-June 30, 2021), c. Approval design for companion mosaic “Tails” at Live Oak Park, d. Proposal by Mildred Howard for triangular plot Ashby Bart, e. Purchase artwork from Civic Center Exhibition, f. Prequalified Public Art Consultants, g. Extension of Home sculpture display on Downtown Berkeley Bart Plaza, 8. Update Big People removal
Fair and Impartial Policing, 4 pm – 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87983585819?pwd=ZSt6OVhLNnJ0UElHTzdPdVI4cXpUQT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 879 8358 5819 Passcode: 980593
Agenda: 2. Public Comment, 3. Review Table of Proposed Actions and Recommendations, 4. Review Revised Report, 5. Creating a finished report
Parks and Waterfront Commission,7 – 9 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Parks_and_Waterfront_Commission.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/95983019193
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 959 8302 9193
Agenda: 5. Public Comment, 8. Election, 10. Berkeley Commons (600 Addison)
Police Review Commission (PRC),
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
The closed session at 6:15 pm and regular meeting at 7 pm use the same conference links.
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87070468124
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 870 7046 8124
Special PRC Meeting Closed Session 6:15 pm
Regular PRC Meeting 7 pm
Agenda: 3. Public Comment, 5. Report Mayor’s Fair & Impartial Policing Working Group, 9. a. Revise number of votes needed to accept late-filed complaint, b. length of meetings, c. Transition to new Police Accountability Board and Office of Director of Police Accountability, 10. B. 2019 Crime Report, 5-yr Use of Force Report, Overtime Report, c. Referral BPD Policy 319 Hate Crimes,
Thursday, December 10, 2020
City Council Budget & Finance Committee, 10 am, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Budget___Finance.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82481213542
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 824 8121 3542
Agenda: (Dec 10 meeting documents not posted as of noon Dec 4) 2. FY 2020&2021 Budget Update a. FYFY2020 General Fund Year-end Excess Equity, b. FY2021 Amendment to Annual Appropriations Ordinance, c, FY General Fund Revenues Update, 3. General Fund Reserves Replenishment Discussion, 4. Assignment of Unassigned General Fund Balance to Reserves, 5. Juneteenth as a City Holiday, 6. Step Up Housing Measure P funds $900,000/year for 10 years plus $32,975 for 1367 University (group living/SRO transition housing -39 rooms operated by BOSS project approved not yet constructed) Unscheduled Items: four listed including 7. Restore Tax Equity – property owners with inequitable property assessments.
Community for a Cultural Civic Center, 12 – 1 pm
Email [email protected]to be added to the email list for announcements and zoom login. This is an open group with invitation to the community of Berkeley
Community Environmental Advisory Commission, 7 – 9 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Community_Environmental_Advisory_Commission/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/93180167647
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 931 8016 7647
Agenda: items 5-7 reports, 8. Draft Workplan
Zoning Adjustment Board, 7 pm
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/95337854863
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 953 3785 4863
Agenda: 1500 Tyler – eliminate single family dwelling and establish Child Care Center– staff recommends approve
Friday, December 11, 2020
City Reduced Service Day
Saturday, December 12, 2020 and Sunday, December 13, 2020
No City meetings or events found
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December 15, 2020 Regular City Council Meeting Available for comment
Email: [email protected]
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81127849616
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 811 2784 9616
Agenda 1. Swearing in newly elected officials, CONSENT:1. 2ndReading BMC Microenterprise Home Kitchen Operation, 2ndReading BMC BESO, 3. 2ndReading Lease Agreement 1947 Center 5thFlr, 4. Ratify COVID-19 Local Emergency, 5. 1444 Fifth Street Settlement, 6. Minutes, 7. Contract $270,000 1/1/2021-6/30/2022 with National Institute for Criminal Justice Reform to Manage and Lead a Community Engagement Process to Develop New Paradigm of Public Safety in Berkeley, 8. Amend Contract add $120,000 total $370,000 and extend 1 yr with BOSS for Mental Health Clients living at 2111 McKinley, 9. Amend Contract total $1,272,580 and extend to 6/30/2025 with Worldwide Travel Staffing for Nurse Registry Services, 10. Revenue Accept COVID-19 HHS CARES Act funds, 11. Purchase Software $165,000 12/16/,2020 – 6/30/2021 with Kovarus, LLC, 12. Accept Donation $700,000 from Friends of Tuolumne Camp for construction, 13. Joint Use Agreement between COB and BUSD, 14. Recommendations for T1 Phase 2, 11. Amendments to Use of Force BPD Policy 300, 15. FEMA application for $1,875,000 for South Berkeley Senior Center, 16. Accept $100,914 from Bay Area Air Quality Management District to support electrification of City fleet vehicles, 17. Grant Application $52,000 to Alameda County Transportation Commission COVID-19 for Healthy Streets, 18. Extend Workforce Agreement with labor organization to 6/30/23 for City capital improvement projects value >$500,000, 19. Continue Sole Source Contract Negotiations with Community Conservation Center, Inc and Ecology Center, Inc., 20. Contract with AC Transit for EasyPass bus pass program for COB employees 1/1/2021-12/31/2025 not to exceed $774,453, 21. Change vendors 3rd Party Administrator for COB Employee Commute Benefit program new vendor BRI (Benefit Resource, Inc), 22. $962,000 to Purchase three Model 600x Regenerative Air Sweeper, 23. $4,5554,575 to purchase 11 Side Loader Collection Trucks with Arata Equipment Co, 24. $327,000 to purchase One Vactor Combination Sewer Cleaner Truck, 25. Prohibition of the Resale of Used Combustion Vehicles in 2040, 26. Allocation $3,000,000 over 2 yr, FY22&23 to Reduce Consumption and Health Impacts of Sugar-Sweetened Beverages, 27. Rocky Road: From Auditor Berkeley Streets (maintenance/repair) Significantly underfunded request report back from City Manager by June 15, 2021 and every six months thereafter regarding the status of audit recommendations until reported fully implemented by Public Works Dept., 28. Sponsor 10thMLK Jr. Celebration, 29. Appoint Alexandria Thomas-Rodriguez to the Berkeley Housing Authority, , 30. Establishment of Reimaging Public Safety Task Force follow-up to July 14, 2020 Council action on policing. 31. Resolution requesting state legislation for greater flexibility in traffic enforcement, 32. Deferral of Remaining Permit Fees $720,000 for 2009 Addison (Berkeley Rep housing project) for a period of 10 years, 33. Plaque recognizing childhood home of Kamala Harris, 34. Support calling on food companies to implement the requirements of Proposition 12 (Prevention of Cruelty to Farm Animals Act passed in 2018 with 12/31/2021 compliance date) as soon as possible by selling only cage free eggs and meat, 35. Procedural Request to Council for FITES committee to continue working on Master Paving Plan, 36. Earmark $2.5 million in Housing Trust Fund for Small Sites program, 37. Support Berkeley Baby Book Project, 38. Support S. 4571-extending census deadline, 39. Refer to City Manager to develop Outdoor Dining Program, ACTION: 40. Zoning Ordinance Modify Minimum Residential off-street parking, impose maximums in transit rich areas, 41. Home Occupation Ordinance, 42. Budget Update, 43. FY 2021Annual Appropriations Ordinance, 44. Support loan forgiveness to Berkeley Youth Alternatives, 45. Amendments of BPD Use of Force Policy 300,
Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
0 (2435) San Pablo (group living) ZAB - 1/21/2021
1915 Berryman (Payson House) LPC – 1/21/2021
1850 Arch (add bedrooms) ZAB – 1/26/2021
1862 Arch (add bedrooms) ZAB – 1/26/2021
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with End of Appeal Period
2580 Bancroft 12/14/2020
1530 Buena 12/15/2020
2607 Ellsworth 12/8/2020
170 Hillcrest 12/8/2020
1437 Lincoln 12/15/2020
460 Michigan 12/22/2020
2500 Milvia 12/8/202
1921 Oregon 12/22/2020
1828 San Juan 1/4/2021
1200-1214 San Pablo 12/8/2020
99 The Plaza 1/4/2021
1311 Ward 1/4/2021
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSESSIONS
Feb 16 -BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry, Systems Realignment
March 16 –Capital Improvement Plan (Parks & Public Works), Digital Strategic Plan/FUND$ Replacement Website Update,
May 18 –date open for scheduling
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Berkeley Police Department Hiring Practices (referred by Public Safety Committee)
Update Zero Waste Priorities
Ballot Measure Implementation Planning
Pedestrian Master Plan
Removed from Lists
Update Berkeley’s 2020 Vision
Undergrounding Task Force Update – Will be presented as Information Item
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This Summary of City of Berkeley meetings is the available published public meetings that could be found and they are important. This does not include the task forces established by the Mayor (those schedules are not available).If anyone would like to share meeting schedules including community meetings to be included in the weekly summary so we can be better-informed citizenry, please forward the notices to [email protected]before Friday noon of the preceding week.
Worth Noting:
City Council Winter Recess is almost here beginning December 16, 2020 thru January 18, 2021.
What Did and Didn’t Happen
December 1 was Cheryl Davila’s last City Council meeting. Recognition of Cheryl’s work started 40 minutes into the 6 pm meeting and continued for nearly 1 ½ hours culminating with Cheryl’s comments starting at 2:14. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
The Council meeting ended before 11 pm with the item on Zoning Ordinance amendments to parking minimums and maximums postponed to December 15.
What’s Ahead
Tuesday- There are two special back to back City Council meetings. The 4 pm is on tenant protections during the COVID-19 Emergency and 6 pm is on the Adeline Corridor Plan.
Wednesday– The Fair and Impartial Policing Working Group meets at 4 pm. The Civic Arts Commission, 6 pm will have an update on the Civic Center Vision. The Parks and Waterfront Commission which starts at 7 pm has 600 Addison is on the agenda.
Thursday– The last Budget & Finance Policy Committee meeting before the Annual Appropriations vote on December 15. The Community for Cultural Civic Center meeting starts at noon.
The City Council Agenda for December 15 is available for comment and follows the calendar of meetings.
Sunday, December 6, 2020
No City meetings or events found
Monday, December 7, 2020
City Council Public Safety Committee, 10:30 am,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Public_Safety.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83621975390
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 836 2197 5390
Agenda: 2. George Floyd Community Safety Act – develop progressive police academy and curriculum that teaches de-escalation, empathy, Critical Decision Making Model (CDM), 3. Ordinance BMC Regulating Police Acquisition and Use of Controlled Equipment, Unscheduled: 4. Ordinance permanently banning less lethal weaponry, chemical, 5. Providing unhoused with Fire Extinguishers,
Tuesday, December 8, 2020
Special City Council, 4 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82201220671
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 822 0122 0671
Agenda: 1. Updates to the COVID-19 Emergency Response Ordinance to enhance emergency tenant protections, “opt-out” county ordinance to adopt stronger City ordinance
Special City Council, 6 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82201220671
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 822 0122 0671
Agenda: 1. Adoption of Adeline Corridor Specific Plan (ACSP), associated General Plan and Municipal (Zoning) Code Amendments, Certification of FEIR, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/adelinecorridor/
Wednesday, December 9, 2020
Civic Arts Commission, 6 – 8 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CivicArtsCommissionHomepage/
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88944284241
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 889 4428 4241
Agenda: 6. Presentation Civic Center Vision Update by Eleanor Hollander, 7. Action Items: a. letter to Council regarding arts and cultural uses of Civic Center Buildings and Park, b. Public Arts Budget FY 2021 (July 1, 2020-June 30, 2021), c. Approval design for companion mosaic “Tails” at Live Oak Park, d. Proposal by Mildred Howard for triangular plot Ashby Bart, e. Purchase artwork from Civic Center Exhibition, f. Prequalified Public Art Consultants, g. Extension of Home sculpture display on Downtown Berkeley Bart Plaza, 8. Update Big People removal
Fair and Impartial Policing, 4 pm – 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87983585819?pwd=ZSt6OVhLNnJ0UElHTzdPdVI4cXpUQT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 879 8358 5819 Passcode: 980593
Agenda: 2. Public Comment, 3. Review Table of Proposed Actions and Recommendations, 4. Review Revised Report, 5. Creating a finished report
Parks and Waterfront Commission,7 – 9 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Parks_and_Waterfront_Commission.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/95983019193
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 959 8302 9193
Agenda: 5. Public Comment, 8. Election, 10. Berkeley Commons (600 Addison)
Police Review Commission (PRC),
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
The closed session at 6:15 pm and regular meeting at 7 pm use the same conference links.
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87070468124
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 870 7046 8124
Special PRC Meeting Closed Session 6:15 pm
Regular PRC Meeting 7 pm
Agenda: 3. Public Comment, 5. Report Mayor’s Fair & Impartial Policing Working Group, 9. a. Revise number of votes needed to accept late-filed complaint, b. length of meetings, c. Transition to new Police Accountability Board and Office of Director of Police Accountability, 10. B. 2019 Crime Report, 5-yr Use of Force Report, Overtime Report, c. Referral BPD Policy 319 Hate Crimes,
Thursday, December 10, 2020
City Council Budget & Finance Committee, 10 am, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Budget___Finance.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82481213542
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 824 8121 3542
Agenda: (Dec 10 meeting documents not posted as of noon Dec 4) 2. FY 2020&2021 Budget Update a. FYFY2020 General Fund Year-end Excess Equity, b. FY2021 Amendment to Annual Appropriations Ordinance, c, FY General Fund Revenues Update, 3. General Fund Reserves Replenishment Discussion, 4. Assignment of Unassigned General Fund Balance to Reserves, 5. Juneteenth as a City Holiday, 6. Step Up Housing Measure P funds $900,000/year for 10 years plus $32,975 for 1367 University (group living/SRO transition housing -39 rooms operated by BOSS project approved not yet constructed) Unscheduled Items: four listed including 7. Restore Tax Equity – property owners with inequitable property assessments.
Community for a Cultural Civic Center, 12 – 1 pm
Email [email protected]to be added to the email list for announcements and zoom login. This is an open group with invitation to the community of Berkeley
Community Environmental Advisory Commission, 7 – 9 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Community_Environmental_Advisory_Commission/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/93180167647
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 931 8016 7647
Agenda: items 5-7 reports, 8. Draft Workplan
Zoning Adjustment Board, 7 pm
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/95337854863
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 953 3785 4863
Agenda: 1500 Tyler – eliminate single family dwelling and establish Child Care Center– staff recommends approve
Friday, December 11, 2020
City Reduced Service Day
Saturday, December 12, 2020 and Sunday, December 13, 2020
No City meetings or events found
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December 15, 2020 Regular City Council Meeting Available for comment
Email: [email protected]
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81127849616
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 811 2784 9616
Agenda 1. Swearing in newly elected officials, CONSENT:1. 2ndReading BMC Microenterprise Home Kitchen Operation, 2ndReading BMC BESO, 3. 2ndReading Lease Agreement 1947 Center 5thFlr, 4. Ratify COVID-19 Local Emergency, 5. 1444 Fifth Street Settlement, 6. Minutes, 7. Contract $270,000 1/1/2021-6/30/2022 with National Institute for Criminal Justice Reform to Manage and Lead a Community Engagement Process to Develop New Paradigm of Public Safety in Berkeley, 8. Amend Contract add $120,000 total $370,000 and extend 1 yr with BOSS for Mental Health Clients living at 2111 McKinley, 9. Amend Contract total $1,272,580 and extend to 6/30/2025 with Worldwide Travel Staffing for Nurse Registry Services, 10. Revenue Accept COVID-19 HHS CARES Act funds, 11. Purchase Software $165,000 12/16/,2020 – 6/30/2021 with Kovarus, LLC, 12. Accept Donation $700,000 from Friends of Tuolumne Camp for construction, 13. Joint Use Agreement between COB and BUSD, 14. Recommendations for T1 Phase 2, 11. Amendments to Use of Force BPD Policy 300, 15. FEMA application for $1,875,000 for South Berkeley Senior Center, 16. Accept $100,914 from Bay Area Air Quality Management District to support electrification of City fleet vehicles, 17. Grant Application $52,000 to Alameda County Transportation Commission COVID-19 for Healthy Streets, 18. Extend Workforce Agreement with labor organization to 6/30/23 for City capital improvement projects value >$500,000, 19. Continue Sole Source Contract Negotiations with Community Conservation Center, Inc and Ecology Center, Inc., 20. Contract with AC Transit for EasyPass bus pass program for COB employees 1/1/2021-12/31/2025 not to exceed $774,453, 21. Change vendors 3rd Party Administrator for COB Employee Commute Benefit program new vendor BRI (Benefit Resource, Inc), 22. $962,000 to Purchase three Model 600x Regenerative Air Sweeper, 23. $4,5554,575 to purchase 11 Side Loader Collection Trucks with Arata Equipment Co, 24. $327,000 to purchase One Vactor Combination Sewer Cleaner Truck, 25. Prohibition of the Resale of Used Combustion Vehicles in 2040, 26. Allocation $3,000,000 over 2 yr, FY22&23 to Reduce Consumption and Health Impacts of Sugar-Sweetened Beverages, 27. Rocky Road: From Auditor Berkeley Streets (maintenance/repair) Significantly underfunded request report back from City Manager by June 15, 2021 and every six months thereafter regarding the status of audit recommendations until reported fully implemented by Public Works Dept., 28. Sponsor 10thMLK Jr. Celebration, 29. Appoint Alexandria Thomas-Rodriguez to the Berkeley Housing Authority, , 30. Establishment of Reimaging Public Safety Task Force follow-up to July 14, 2020 Council action on policing. 31. Resolution requesting state legislation for greater flexibility in traffic enforcement, 32. Deferral of Remaining Permit Fees $720,000 for 2009 Addison (Berkeley Rep housing project) for a period of 10 years, 33. Plaque recognizing childhood home of Kamala Harris, 34. Support calling on food companies to implement the requirements of Proposition 12 (Prevention of Cruelty to Farm Animals Act passed in 2018 with 12/31/2021 compliance date) as soon as possible by selling only cage free eggs and meat, 35. Procedural Request to Council for FITES committee to continue working on Master Paving Plan, 36. Earmark $2.5 million in Housing Trust Fund for Small Sites program, 37. Support Berkeley Baby Book Project, 38. Support S. 4571-extending census deadline, 39. Refer to City Manager to develop Outdoor Dining Program, ACTION: 40. Zoning Ordinance Modify Minimum Residential off-street parking, impose maximums in transit rich areas, 41. Home Occupation Ordinance, 42. Budget Update, 43. FY 2021Annual Appropriations Ordinance, 44. Support loan forgiveness to Berkeley Youth Alternatives, 45. Amendments of BPD Use of Force Policy 300,
Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
0 (2435) San Pablo (group living) ZAB - 1/21/2021
1915 Berryman (Payson House) LPC – 1/21/2021
1850 Arch (add bedrooms) ZAB – 1/26/2021
1862 Arch (add bedrooms) ZAB – 1/26/2021
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with End of Appeal Period
2580 Bancroft 12/14/2020
1530 Buena 12/15/2020
2607 Ellsworth 12/8/2020
170 Hillcrest 12/8/2020
1437 Lincoln 12/15/2020
460 Michigan 12/22/2020
2500 Milvia 12/8/202
1921 Oregon 12/22/2020
1828 San Juan 1/4/2021
1200-1214 San Pablo 12/8/2020
99 The Plaza 1/4/2021
1311 Ward 1/4/2021
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSESSIONS
Feb 16 -BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry, Systems Realignment
March 16 –Capital Improvement Plan (Parks & Public Works), Digital Strategic Plan/FUND$ Replacement Website Update,
May 18 –date open for scheduling
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Berkeley Police Department Hiring Practices (referred by Public Safety Committee)
Update Zero Waste Priorities
Ballot Measure Implementation Planning
Pedestrian Master Plan
Removed from Lists
Update Berkeley’s 2020 Vision
Undergrounding Task Force Update – Will be presented as Information Item
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This Summary of City of Berkeley meetings is the available published public meetings that could be found and they are important. This does not include the task forces established by the Mayor (those schedules are not available).If anyone would like to share meeting schedules including community meetings to be included in the weekly summary so we can be better-informed citizenry, please forward the notices to [email protected]before Friday noon of the preceding week.
November 29 - December 6, 2020
Worth Noting:
Expect a flurry of meetings before City Council begins Winter Recess December 16, 2020 – January 18, 2021
For the 3rd time another million new cases of COVID-19 were recorded in 6 days in the U.S. surpassing 13 million.
What did and didn’t happen at City meetings November 23 and 24
Monday morning at the Council Health, Life Enrichment, Equity and Community Committee, Sophie Hahn completely gutted the measure Declare Racism as a Public Health Crisis and Threat and Safety Issue in the City of Berkeley to a nothing. (see Activist’s Diary in the Daily Planet www.berkeleydailyplanet.comfor more detail). Monday afternoon the Facilities, Infrastructure, Transportation, Environment and Sustainability took up a Just Transition to a Regenerative Economy to Address the Climate Emergency. This measure also from Cheryl Davila connects climate and the economy in a different frame, one which focuses on living within the carrying capacity of the earth. When this comes back on the agenda we should all be watching. The 4 x 4 Committee (Rent Board and Council) gave instruction to the City Deputy Attorney Chris Jensen and Steven Buckley from the Planning Department that in reviewing State law and rewriting the local Demolition Ordinance, the ordinance should be strengthened to provide maximum protection of Berkeley housing not minimal.
Activist's Diary November 28, 2020
https://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com/issue/2020-11-27/article/48869?headline=AN-ACTIVIST-S-DIARY-Week-Ending-November-28--Kelly-Hammargren
What’s Ahead November 29 - December 6, 2020
The Agenda Committee and City Council meetings are taking up all the summary space. There are 42 items listed in the proposed December 15 agenda. Expect items to be moved to consent, postponed and referred to Council Policy committees. The midyear budget will need to be approved and Mayor Arreguin will be anxious to keep the reimaging policing on the agenda. Tuesday evening will be Cheryl Davila’s last City Council meeting. There are only two Council action items and both of them are on parking.
Wednesday if you are not at the Planning Commission meeting following the housing projects at the BART stations, then please attend the Disaster and Fire Safety Committee. Right now, the Berkeley fire emergency evacuation plan looks like it only makes sense to those who created it.
Thursday after the murder of George Floyd by the Minneapolis police cities all over the country taking a deep hard look at policing. We have our own issues and it looks like the Mental Health Commission bears watching.
If you wish to be involved in the Civic Center planning email John Caner [email protected]to receive the notices for the Thursday 12 – 1 pm meeting notices.
Check for the posting of a Thursday Budget & Finance Policy Committee meeting after Monday. It looks like at least one more meeting is needed before the December 15 appropriations vote. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Budget___Finance.aspx
Sunday, November 29, 2020
No City meetings or events found
Monday, November 30, 2020
Agenda and Rules Committee,2:30 pm – 3:30 pm,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82887417316
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 828 8741 7316
Agenda Planning for December 15 Regular City Council meeting: CONSENT:1. Ratify COVID-19 Local Emergency, 2. Settlement 1444 Fifth Street, 3. Minutes, 4. Amend Contract add $120,000 total $370,000 and extend 1 yr with BOSS for Mental Health Clients living at 2111 McKinley, 5. Amend Contract total $1,272,580 and extend to 6/30/2025 with Worldwide Travel Staffing for Nurse Registry Services, 6. Revenue Accept COVID-19 HHS CARES Act funds, 7. Purchase Software $165,000 12/16/,2020 – 6/30/2021, 8. Accept Donation $700,000 from Friends of Tuolumne Camp for construction, 9. Joint Use Agreement between COB and BUSD, 10. Recommendations for T1 Phase 2, 11. Amendments to Use of Force BPD Policy 300, 12. FEMA application for $1,875,000 for South Berkeley Senior Center, 13. Accept $100,914 from Bay Area Air Quality Management District to support electrification of City fleet vehicles, 14. Grant Application $52,000 to Alameda County Transportation Commission COVID-19 for Healthy Streets, 15. Extend Workforce Agreement with labor organization to 6/30/23 for City capital improvement projects, 16. Continue Sole Source Contract Negotiations with Community Conservation Center, Inc and Ecology Center, Inc., 17. Contract with AC Transit for EasyPass bus pass program for COB employees 1/1/2021-12/31/2025 not to exceed $774,453, 18. Change vendors 3rd Party Administrator for COB Employee Commute Benefit program new vendor BRI (Benefit Resource, Inc), 19. $962,000 to Purchase three Model 600x Regenerative Air Sweeper, 20. $4,5554,575 to purchase 11 Side Loader Collection Trucks with Arata Equipment Co, 21. $327,000 to purchase One Vactor Combination Sewer Cleaner Truck, 22. Prohibition of the Resale of Used Combustion Vehicles in 2040, 23. From Auditor Berkeley Streets Significantly underfunded request report back from City Manager by June 15, 2021 and every six months thereafter regarding the status of audit recommendations until reported fully implemented by Public Works Dept., 24. Sponsor 10thMLK Jr. Celebration, 25. Refer to City Manager to draft ordinance terminating sale of gasoline, diesel, and natural gas passenger vehicles by 2025 (is phase in process) and to promote electric micro mobility alternatives and EV, 26. Procedural Request to Council for FITES committee to continue working on Master Paving Plan, 27. Support Berkeley Baby Book Project, 28. Support extending Census Deadline, 29. Refer to City Manager to develop Outdoor Dining Program, ACTION:30. Home Occupation Ordinance, 31. Budget Update, 32. Annual Appropriations Ordinance, 33. Berkeley 2020 Pedestrian Plan, 34. Appoint Alexandria Thomas-Rodriguez to the Berkeley Housing Authority, 35. Establishment of Reimaging Public Safety Task Force follow-up to July 14, 2020 Council action on policing. 36. Resolution requesting state legislation for greater flexibility in traffic enforcement, 37. Plaque recognizing childhood home of Kamala Harris, 38. Resolution requesting state legislation to condemn racial injustice and police brutality, 39. Support calling on food companies to implement the requirements of Proposition 12 (Prevention of Cruelty to Farm Animals Act passed in 2018 with 12/31/2021 compliance date) as soon as possible by selling only cage free eggs and meat, 40. Affirm Right to Boycott as a Tactic for Social and Political Change, 41. Support loan forgiveness to Berkeley Youth Alternatives, 42. Earmark $2.5 million in Housing Trust Fund for Small Sites program, UNFINISHED BUSINESS FOR SCHEDULING (6):1. Kitchen Exhaust Hood Ventilation, 2. Surveillance Technology and Acquisition Reports, Use Policy License Plate Readers, 3. Presentation on Homeless Outreach during COVID-19, 4. Annual Commission Attendance/Meeting Frequency Report, 5. Community refrigerators, 6. Vote of No Confidence in the Police Chief, REFERRED ITEMS:(8) Impact of COVID-19 on legislative bodies, (9) Reorganizing Commissions, (10) Meeting Protocols on Zoom, (11) Officeholder Accounts, (12) Council relinquishments from budget. (packet 336 pages)
Civic Arts Commission Public Art Committee,2 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CivicArtsCommissionHomepage/
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83365837706
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 833 6583 7706
Agenda: go to website and choose packet under Public Art Committee to see artwork under consideration
Tuesday, December 1, 2020
City Council
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Closed Session, 4 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82542038081
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 825 4203 8081
Agenda: 1. Pending Litigation: Chen v. COB RG19019359, Herman V. COB #0349BC2019-0001, 2. Potential Threat to Public Services or Facilities Consultation with IT Dept.
Regular City Council meeting, 6 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85819230242
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 858 1923 0242
Agenda planning for 12/1/2020 Regular Council meeting, CONSENT: 1. 2ndreading lease Cazadero Preforming Arts Camp,2. 2ndreading closure of Camelia/Union Pacific Railroad Corridor, 3.Mental Health Services Act (MHSA) FY 2020/2021-2022/2023 3 year program and expenditure plan, 4.Contract $185,000 1/1/2021 – 6/30/2022 with Resource Development Associates (RDA) to facilitate design of Specialized Care Unit (SCU)by analyzing current mental health crisis system, community engagement, research and data to develop program to re-assign non-criminal police service calls to SCU that will respond without law enforcement, 5. Amend contract add $200,000 FY 2021 & FY 2022 rate $100,000 with Fred Finch Youth Center for Turning Point Transitional Housing, 6. Amend BMC 11.28 Microenterprise Home Kitchen Operation (MHKO), 7. Grant Application FEMA for $1,237,500 for seismic retrofit of MLK Jr. Youth Services Center/Young Adult Project, 8.Grant application $897,000 to SF Restoration Authority Measure AA for feasibility studies for improvements at Aquatic Park, 9. Grant application up to $8,000,000 to CA Proposition 68 Statewide Parks Program for new Park Development at selected Santa Fe Right of Way parcels, 10. Amend contract add $410,000 total $1,235,000 with Freitas Landscaping for additional reduction hazardous vegetation during high-risk fire season, 11. Measure T1 Loan $198,400 to complete Phase 1 Mental Health Adult Clinic renovation, 12. Donation from Regan Nursery Rose Bushes value $1099.78 for roses stolen from Berkeley Rose Garden, 13. Amendments to BESO, 14. Accept $10,000 grant from EBCE for Reach Code Support, 15. 10 yr Lease Agreement with Berkeley Housing Authority for 5thfloor at 1947 Center, 16. Final Map Tract 8533: 1500 San Pablo 175 condo units, 170 residential units, 5 commercial units, 17. Contract $4,968,764 (include contingency $451,706, with Andes Construction , Inc. for Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation, 18. Contract $2,711,556 (includes $246,505 Contingency) with Glosage Engineering, Inc. for Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation, 19. Grant Application for Highway Safety Improvement, 20. Appoint Boona Cheema and Margaret Fine to Mental Health Commission, 21. Resolution calling for State Legislature to align state with UN Treaty on Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons, 22. Amend BMC 13.111.020(a) Ordinance 7,727 to further limit 3rdParty Food Delivery Services from 15% to 10%, 23. Budget Referral to prioritize enhanced lighting in areas of elevated violent crime, 24. Letter Calling on Alameda County and Legislature and Governor Newsom to Strike Racially Restrictive Covenants in certain Property Deeds. 25. Direct City Manager and City Attorney to draft emergency ordinance Personal Liability Protection for Small Businesses - personal guarantee for commercial leases, 26. Resolution calling on BUSD to consider renaming Thousand Oaks Elementary to Kamala Harris Elementary School, 27. Endorse CA Recycling and Plastic Pollution Reduction Act for 2022 election, 28. Referral Commission Low-Income Stipend Reform, ACTION:29. Correction to Fee for increases for Traffic Engineering Hourly Rates, 30. BMC Title 14 and 23 to Reform Residential Off-Street Parking Requirements modify parking minimums, impose parking maximums, amend residential parking, institute transportation Demand Management, INFORMATION REPORTS:31. Short Term Referral Process, Quarterly Update,
Wednesday, December 2, 2020
Board of Library Trustees, 6:30 pm
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86042306505
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 860 4230 6505
Agenda: III.A. Budget Priorities FY 2022 & FY 2023
Disaster and Fire Safety Commission,7 – 9 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Disaster_and_Fire_Safety_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/91846585472
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 918 4658 5472
Agenda: 4. Amend BMC 19.34 to expand Gas-Shutoff Valve Requirements, 6. City’s Wildfire Evacuation Plan, 7. Public Safety Power Outages
Energy Commission,6:30 – 9 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Energy_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/96568223032
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 965 6822 3032
Agenda: 4. Office of Energy and Sustainable Report draft 2022 Work Plan, 5. Energy Commission 2021 Work Plan
Planning Commission, 7 – 10 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/97698036899
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 976 9803 6899
Agenda: 9. Public Hearing BART Zoning Standards and EIR Scoping Meeting, AB 2923 standards Minimums: 75 units/acre, height 7 stories, Floor Area Ratio (FAR) 4.2 or higher, no minimum vehicle parking, one bicycle parking space/unit, maximum no more than one vehicle parking space per unit, up to 1200 units. EIR submission deadline December 20, 2020 send to [email protected]
Thursday, December 3, 2020
Citizens for a Cultural Civic Center, 12-1 pm, email johncaner@gmail the meeting covener for zoom links
Landmarks Preservation Commission,7 – 11:30 pm http://www.cityofberkeley.info/landmarkspreservationcommission/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/97425865599
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 974 2586 5599
Agenda: 5. 1 Orchard Lane – Landmark or Structure of Merit and 6. Mills Act Contract application
7. 2740 Telegraph– Rose Garden Inn – Structural Alteration Permit
8. 1581 Le Roy Ave– Mills Contract application
9. 1325 Arch- Landmark or Structure of Merit
10. Discussion Archaeological resources and Native Cultural Heritage in Berkeley
12. 1227-1229 Bancroft Way - Landmark or Structure of Merit Initiation
Mental Health Commission, 7 – 9 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Mental_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/93907718571
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 939 0771 8571
Agenda: 4. Reports a. Update Consultant hiring, b. Auditor data analysis and mental health calls, c. Re-imagining Community Safety Project, 5. Caseload Statistics, 6. Understanding the “Footprint” of policing
Friday, December 4, 2020, Saturday, December 5, 2020, and Sunday, December 6, 2020
No City meetings or events found
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
0 (2435) San Pablo (group living) ZAB - 1/21/2021
1915 Berryman (Payson House) LPC – 1/21/2021
1850 Arch (add bedrooms) ZAB – 1/26/2021
1862 Arch (add bedrooms) ZAB – 1/26/2021
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with End of Appeal Period
2580 Bancroft 12/14/2020
1560 Beverly Place 11/30/2020
1530 Buena 12/15/2020
2607 Ellsworth 12/8/2020
1136 Francisco 11/30/2020
2224 Grant 11/30/2020
170 Hillcrest 12/8/2020
1437 Lincoln 12/15/2020
2500 Milvia 12/8/2020
1200-1214 San Pablo 12/8/2020
2136-54 San Pablo 12/1/2020
3001 Telegraph 11/30/2020
2136-2154 San Pablo #LMIN2020-0004
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
___________________
WORKSESSIONS
Feb 16 -BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry, Systems Realignment
March 16 –Capital Improvement Plan (Parks & Public Works), Digital Strategic Plan/FUND$ Replacement Website Update,
May 18 –date open for scheduling
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Berkeley Police Department Hiring Practices (referred by Public Safety Committee)
Update Zero Waste Priorities
Undergrounding Task Force Update
Ballot Measure Implementation Planning (tentatively scheduled for 1-19/2021 at 4 pm)
Removed from Lists
Update Berkeley’s 2020 Vision
_____________________
This Summary of City of Berkeley meetings is the available published public meetings that could be found and they are important. This does not include the task forces established by the Mayor (those schedules are not available).If anyone would like to share meeting schedules including community meetings to be included in the weekly summary so we can be better-informed citizenry, please forward the notices to [email protected]before Friday noon of the preceding week.
Worth Noting:
Expect a flurry of meetings before City Council begins Winter Recess December 16, 2020 – January 18, 2021
For the 3rd time another million new cases of COVID-19 were recorded in 6 days in the U.S. surpassing 13 million.
What did and didn’t happen at City meetings November 23 and 24
Monday morning at the Council Health, Life Enrichment, Equity and Community Committee, Sophie Hahn completely gutted the measure Declare Racism as a Public Health Crisis and Threat and Safety Issue in the City of Berkeley to a nothing. (see Activist’s Diary in the Daily Planet www.berkeleydailyplanet.comfor more detail). Monday afternoon the Facilities, Infrastructure, Transportation, Environment and Sustainability took up a Just Transition to a Regenerative Economy to Address the Climate Emergency. This measure also from Cheryl Davila connects climate and the economy in a different frame, one which focuses on living within the carrying capacity of the earth. When this comes back on the agenda we should all be watching. The 4 x 4 Committee (Rent Board and Council) gave instruction to the City Deputy Attorney Chris Jensen and Steven Buckley from the Planning Department that in reviewing State law and rewriting the local Demolition Ordinance, the ordinance should be strengthened to provide maximum protection of Berkeley housing not minimal.
Activist's Diary November 28, 2020
https://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com/issue/2020-11-27/article/48869?headline=AN-ACTIVIST-S-DIARY-Week-Ending-November-28--Kelly-Hammargren
What’s Ahead November 29 - December 6, 2020
The Agenda Committee and City Council meetings are taking up all the summary space. There are 42 items listed in the proposed December 15 agenda. Expect items to be moved to consent, postponed and referred to Council Policy committees. The midyear budget will need to be approved and Mayor Arreguin will be anxious to keep the reimaging policing on the agenda. Tuesday evening will be Cheryl Davila’s last City Council meeting. There are only two Council action items and both of them are on parking.
Wednesday if you are not at the Planning Commission meeting following the housing projects at the BART stations, then please attend the Disaster and Fire Safety Committee. Right now, the Berkeley fire emergency evacuation plan looks like it only makes sense to those who created it.
Thursday after the murder of George Floyd by the Minneapolis police cities all over the country taking a deep hard look at policing. We have our own issues and it looks like the Mental Health Commission bears watching.
If you wish to be involved in the Civic Center planning email John Caner [email protected]to receive the notices for the Thursday 12 – 1 pm meeting notices.
Check for the posting of a Thursday Budget & Finance Policy Committee meeting after Monday. It looks like at least one more meeting is needed before the December 15 appropriations vote. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Budget___Finance.aspx
Sunday, November 29, 2020
No City meetings or events found
Monday, November 30, 2020
Agenda and Rules Committee,2:30 pm – 3:30 pm,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82887417316
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 828 8741 7316
Agenda Planning for December 15 Regular City Council meeting: CONSENT:1. Ratify COVID-19 Local Emergency, 2. Settlement 1444 Fifth Street, 3. Minutes, 4. Amend Contract add $120,000 total $370,000 and extend 1 yr with BOSS for Mental Health Clients living at 2111 McKinley, 5. Amend Contract total $1,272,580 and extend to 6/30/2025 with Worldwide Travel Staffing for Nurse Registry Services, 6. Revenue Accept COVID-19 HHS CARES Act funds, 7. Purchase Software $165,000 12/16/,2020 – 6/30/2021, 8. Accept Donation $700,000 from Friends of Tuolumne Camp for construction, 9. Joint Use Agreement between COB and BUSD, 10. Recommendations for T1 Phase 2, 11. Amendments to Use of Force BPD Policy 300, 12. FEMA application for $1,875,000 for South Berkeley Senior Center, 13. Accept $100,914 from Bay Area Air Quality Management District to support electrification of City fleet vehicles, 14. Grant Application $52,000 to Alameda County Transportation Commission COVID-19 for Healthy Streets, 15. Extend Workforce Agreement with labor organization to 6/30/23 for City capital improvement projects, 16. Continue Sole Source Contract Negotiations with Community Conservation Center, Inc and Ecology Center, Inc., 17. Contract with AC Transit for EasyPass bus pass program for COB employees 1/1/2021-12/31/2025 not to exceed $774,453, 18. Change vendors 3rd Party Administrator for COB Employee Commute Benefit program new vendor BRI (Benefit Resource, Inc), 19. $962,000 to Purchase three Model 600x Regenerative Air Sweeper, 20. $4,5554,575 to purchase 11 Side Loader Collection Trucks with Arata Equipment Co, 21. $327,000 to purchase One Vactor Combination Sewer Cleaner Truck, 22. Prohibition of the Resale of Used Combustion Vehicles in 2040, 23. From Auditor Berkeley Streets Significantly underfunded request report back from City Manager by June 15, 2021 and every six months thereafter regarding the status of audit recommendations until reported fully implemented by Public Works Dept., 24. Sponsor 10thMLK Jr. Celebration, 25. Refer to City Manager to draft ordinance terminating sale of gasoline, diesel, and natural gas passenger vehicles by 2025 (is phase in process) and to promote electric micro mobility alternatives and EV, 26. Procedural Request to Council for FITES committee to continue working on Master Paving Plan, 27. Support Berkeley Baby Book Project, 28. Support extending Census Deadline, 29. Refer to City Manager to develop Outdoor Dining Program, ACTION:30. Home Occupation Ordinance, 31. Budget Update, 32. Annual Appropriations Ordinance, 33. Berkeley 2020 Pedestrian Plan, 34. Appoint Alexandria Thomas-Rodriguez to the Berkeley Housing Authority, 35. Establishment of Reimaging Public Safety Task Force follow-up to July 14, 2020 Council action on policing. 36. Resolution requesting state legislation for greater flexibility in traffic enforcement, 37. Plaque recognizing childhood home of Kamala Harris, 38. Resolution requesting state legislation to condemn racial injustice and police brutality, 39. Support calling on food companies to implement the requirements of Proposition 12 (Prevention of Cruelty to Farm Animals Act passed in 2018 with 12/31/2021 compliance date) as soon as possible by selling only cage free eggs and meat, 40. Affirm Right to Boycott as a Tactic for Social and Political Change, 41. Support loan forgiveness to Berkeley Youth Alternatives, 42. Earmark $2.5 million in Housing Trust Fund for Small Sites program, UNFINISHED BUSINESS FOR SCHEDULING (6):1. Kitchen Exhaust Hood Ventilation, 2. Surveillance Technology and Acquisition Reports, Use Policy License Plate Readers, 3. Presentation on Homeless Outreach during COVID-19, 4. Annual Commission Attendance/Meeting Frequency Report, 5. Community refrigerators, 6. Vote of No Confidence in the Police Chief, REFERRED ITEMS:(8) Impact of COVID-19 on legislative bodies, (9) Reorganizing Commissions, (10) Meeting Protocols on Zoom, (11) Officeholder Accounts, (12) Council relinquishments from budget. (packet 336 pages)
Civic Arts Commission Public Art Committee,2 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CivicArtsCommissionHomepage/
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83365837706
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 833 6583 7706
Agenda: go to website and choose packet under Public Art Committee to see artwork under consideration
Tuesday, December 1, 2020
City Council
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Closed Session, 4 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82542038081
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 825 4203 8081
Agenda: 1. Pending Litigation: Chen v. COB RG19019359, Herman V. COB #0349BC2019-0001, 2. Potential Threat to Public Services or Facilities Consultation with IT Dept.
Regular City Council meeting, 6 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85819230242
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 858 1923 0242
Agenda planning for 12/1/2020 Regular Council meeting, CONSENT: 1. 2ndreading lease Cazadero Preforming Arts Camp,2. 2ndreading closure of Camelia/Union Pacific Railroad Corridor, 3.Mental Health Services Act (MHSA) FY 2020/2021-2022/2023 3 year program and expenditure plan, 4.Contract $185,000 1/1/2021 – 6/30/2022 with Resource Development Associates (RDA) to facilitate design of Specialized Care Unit (SCU)by analyzing current mental health crisis system, community engagement, research and data to develop program to re-assign non-criminal police service calls to SCU that will respond without law enforcement, 5. Amend contract add $200,000 FY 2021 & FY 2022 rate $100,000 with Fred Finch Youth Center for Turning Point Transitional Housing, 6. Amend BMC 11.28 Microenterprise Home Kitchen Operation (MHKO), 7. Grant Application FEMA for $1,237,500 for seismic retrofit of MLK Jr. Youth Services Center/Young Adult Project, 8.Grant application $897,000 to SF Restoration Authority Measure AA for feasibility studies for improvements at Aquatic Park, 9. Grant application up to $8,000,000 to CA Proposition 68 Statewide Parks Program for new Park Development at selected Santa Fe Right of Way parcels, 10. Amend contract add $410,000 total $1,235,000 with Freitas Landscaping for additional reduction hazardous vegetation during high-risk fire season, 11. Measure T1 Loan $198,400 to complete Phase 1 Mental Health Adult Clinic renovation, 12. Donation from Regan Nursery Rose Bushes value $1099.78 for roses stolen from Berkeley Rose Garden, 13. Amendments to BESO, 14. Accept $10,000 grant from EBCE for Reach Code Support, 15. 10 yr Lease Agreement with Berkeley Housing Authority for 5thfloor at 1947 Center, 16. Final Map Tract 8533: 1500 San Pablo 175 condo units, 170 residential units, 5 commercial units, 17. Contract $4,968,764 (include contingency $451,706, with Andes Construction , Inc. for Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation, 18. Contract $2,711,556 (includes $246,505 Contingency) with Glosage Engineering, Inc. for Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation, 19. Grant Application for Highway Safety Improvement, 20. Appoint Boona Cheema and Margaret Fine to Mental Health Commission, 21. Resolution calling for State Legislature to align state with UN Treaty on Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons, 22. Amend BMC 13.111.020(a) Ordinance 7,727 to further limit 3rdParty Food Delivery Services from 15% to 10%, 23. Budget Referral to prioritize enhanced lighting in areas of elevated violent crime, 24. Letter Calling on Alameda County and Legislature and Governor Newsom to Strike Racially Restrictive Covenants in certain Property Deeds. 25. Direct City Manager and City Attorney to draft emergency ordinance Personal Liability Protection for Small Businesses - personal guarantee for commercial leases, 26. Resolution calling on BUSD to consider renaming Thousand Oaks Elementary to Kamala Harris Elementary School, 27. Endorse CA Recycling and Plastic Pollution Reduction Act for 2022 election, 28. Referral Commission Low-Income Stipend Reform, ACTION:29. Correction to Fee for increases for Traffic Engineering Hourly Rates, 30. BMC Title 14 and 23 to Reform Residential Off-Street Parking Requirements modify parking minimums, impose parking maximums, amend residential parking, institute transportation Demand Management, INFORMATION REPORTS:31. Short Term Referral Process, Quarterly Update,
Wednesday, December 2, 2020
Board of Library Trustees, 6:30 pm
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86042306505
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 860 4230 6505
Agenda: III.A. Budget Priorities FY 2022 & FY 2023
Disaster and Fire Safety Commission,7 – 9 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Disaster_and_Fire_Safety_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/91846585472
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 918 4658 5472
Agenda: 4. Amend BMC 19.34 to expand Gas-Shutoff Valve Requirements, 6. City’s Wildfire Evacuation Plan, 7. Public Safety Power Outages
Energy Commission,6:30 – 9 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Energy_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/96568223032
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 965 6822 3032
Agenda: 4. Office of Energy and Sustainable Report draft 2022 Work Plan, 5. Energy Commission 2021 Work Plan
Planning Commission, 7 – 10 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/97698036899
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 976 9803 6899
Agenda: 9. Public Hearing BART Zoning Standards and EIR Scoping Meeting, AB 2923 standards Minimums: 75 units/acre, height 7 stories, Floor Area Ratio (FAR) 4.2 or higher, no minimum vehicle parking, one bicycle parking space/unit, maximum no more than one vehicle parking space per unit, up to 1200 units. EIR submission deadline December 20, 2020 send to [email protected]
Thursday, December 3, 2020
Citizens for a Cultural Civic Center, 12-1 pm, email johncaner@gmail the meeting covener for zoom links
Landmarks Preservation Commission,7 – 11:30 pm http://www.cityofberkeley.info/landmarkspreservationcommission/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/97425865599
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 974 2586 5599
Agenda: 5. 1 Orchard Lane – Landmark or Structure of Merit and 6. Mills Act Contract application
7. 2740 Telegraph– Rose Garden Inn – Structural Alteration Permit
8. 1581 Le Roy Ave– Mills Contract application
9. 1325 Arch- Landmark or Structure of Merit
10. Discussion Archaeological resources and Native Cultural Heritage in Berkeley
12. 1227-1229 Bancroft Way - Landmark or Structure of Merit Initiation
Mental Health Commission, 7 – 9 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Mental_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/93907718571
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 939 0771 8571
Agenda: 4. Reports a. Update Consultant hiring, b. Auditor data analysis and mental health calls, c. Re-imagining Community Safety Project, 5. Caseload Statistics, 6. Understanding the “Footprint” of policing
Friday, December 4, 2020, Saturday, December 5, 2020, and Sunday, December 6, 2020
No City meetings or events found
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
0 (2435) San Pablo (group living) ZAB - 1/21/2021
1915 Berryman (Payson House) LPC – 1/21/2021
1850 Arch (add bedrooms) ZAB – 1/26/2021
1862 Arch (add bedrooms) ZAB – 1/26/2021
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with End of Appeal Period
2580 Bancroft 12/14/2020
1560 Beverly Place 11/30/2020
1530 Buena 12/15/2020
2607 Ellsworth 12/8/2020
1136 Francisco 11/30/2020
2224 Grant 11/30/2020
170 Hillcrest 12/8/2020
1437 Lincoln 12/15/2020
2500 Milvia 12/8/2020
1200-1214 San Pablo 12/8/2020
2136-54 San Pablo 12/1/2020
3001 Telegraph 11/30/2020
2136-2154 San Pablo #LMIN2020-0004
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSESSIONS
Feb 16 -BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry, Systems Realignment
March 16 –Capital Improvement Plan (Parks & Public Works), Digital Strategic Plan/FUND$ Replacement Website Update,
May 18 –date open for scheduling
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Berkeley Police Department Hiring Practices (referred by Public Safety Committee)
Update Zero Waste Priorities
Undergrounding Task Force Update
Ballot Measure Implementation Planning (tentatively scheduled for 1-19/2021 at 4 pm)
Removed from Lists
Update Berkeley’s 2020 Vision
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This Summary of City of Berkeley meetings is the available published public meetings that could be found and they are important. This does not include the task forces established by the Mayor (those schedules are not available).If anyone would like to share meeting schedules including community meetings to be included in the weekly summary so we can be better-informed citizenry, please forward the notices to [email protected]before Friday noon of the preceding week.
November 22 - November 29, 2020
Worth Noting:
What Did and Didn’t Happen in City Meetings November 16 – November 19, 2020
At the Agenda and Rules Policy Committee the City Manager removed from the proposed December 1 Council agenda modifying the status of the Berkeley Municipal Pier from design to planning and Councilmember Droste extended the time frame for the proposal to reorganize the City’s commissions to March 1, 2021. At the Children, Youth and Recreation Commission Scott Ferris announced that there were three proposals for the Berkeley Pier that would be presented to focus groups in December, the public in January, to Council for a vote in February and to WETA (Water Emergency Transportation Authority) in March. The Fair and Impartial Working Group Working Group report reviewed at the Wednesday meeting includes a section on accountability which was not well received. Look to the Activist’s Diary in the Berkeley Daily Planet for a more thorough review. https://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
What’s Ahead
Finally, a light week with only 3 City meetings and a seminar for young people on Saturday.
Monday both meetings are taking up measures presented by Cheryl Davila. Her re-election defeat in District 2 is an enormous loss of leadership on issues of race and climate. In the 10 am morning meeting is the Declaration of Racism as a Public Health Crisis. The afternoon meeting at 2:30 pm is a Just Transition to a Regenerative Economy.
The Youthivism Seminar on Saturday from 11 am – 12:30 pm for grades 5 – 9 is on fake news and how to source reliable news. It sounds like a great start and builds on civics education. There are a lot of adults in this country who need an education in civics and could use help in learning how to identify fake news.
The agenda for the December 1, City Council meeting is available for review and comment and follows the calendar of meetings.
It seems impossible to ignore that we are in a raging pandemic, but just in case you are not sure here is the chart: (Data source Johns Hopkins /91-divoc.com
Worth Noting:
What Did and Didn’t Happen in City Meetings November 16 – November 19, 2020
At the Agenda and Rules Policy Committee the City Manager removed from the proposed December 1 Council agenda modifying the status of the Berkeley Municipal Pier from design to planning and Councilmember Droste extended the time frame for the proposal to reorganize the City’s commissions to March 1, 2021. At the Children, Youth and Recreation Commission Scott Ferris announced that there were three proposals for the Berkeley Pier that would be presented to focus groups in December, the public in January, to Council for a vote in February and to WETA (Water Emergency Transportation Authority) in March. The Fair and Impartial Working Group Working Group report reviewed at the Wednesday meeting includes a section on accountability which was not well received. Look to the Activist’s Diary in the Berkeley Daily Planet for a more thorough review. https://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
What’s Ahead
Finally, a light week with only 3 City meetings and a seminar for young people on Saturday.
Monday both meetings are taking up measures presented by Cheryl Davila. Her re-election defeat in District 2 is an enormous loss of leadership on issues of race and climate. In the 10 am morning meeting is the Declaration of Racism as a Public Health Crisis. The afternoon meeting at 2:30 pm is a Just Transition to a Regenerative Economy.
The Youthivism Seminar on Saturday from 11 am – 12:30 pm for grades 5 – 9 is on fake news and how to source reliable news. It sounds like a great start and builds on civics education. There are a lot of adults in this country who need an education in civics and could use help in learning how to identify fake news.
The agenda for the December 1, City Council meeting is available for review and comment and follows the calendar of meetings.
It seems impossible to ignore that we are in a raging pandemic, but just in case you are not sure here is the chart: (Data source Johns Hopkins /91-divoc.com
Sunday, November 22, 2020
Councilmember Cheryl Davila Open Office Hours, 11 am – 1 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81766682075?pwd=NzRXQW1naUdlNmN5eU1lMDR4U3Fjdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 817 6668 2075 Password: 372587
Monday, November 23, 2020
City Council Health, Life Enrichment, Equity & Community Committee, 10 am, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Health,_Life_Enrichment,_Equity___Community.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85624887690
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 856 2488 7690
Agenda: 2. Listening Session on Homelessness, 3. Declare Racism as a Public Health Crisis, A Threat and Safety Issue in the City of Berkeley, 4.a.&b. A People’s First Sanctuary Encampment, 5. Create and Support and Adopt an Unhoused Community Program, UNSCHEDULED:6. Vision 2025 for Sustainable Food Policies, 7. Service Animals Welcome Training
City Council Facilities, Infrastructure, Transportation, Environment & Sustainability Committee– Special Meeting, 2:30 pm,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Facilities,_Infrastructure,_Transportation,_Environment,___Sustainability.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87275078634
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 872-7507 8634
Agenda: 2. Initiate a Citywide, Regional and International Just Transition to a Regenerative Economy to Address the Climate Emergency, UNSCHEDULED: 5. Prohibition Combustion vehicles by 2045, Amend Ordinance to reduce tax for qualifying electrification, energy efficiency and water conservation retrofits, 7. Once every 2 weeks residential cleaning measures to encampments to promote clean streets, 8. Rights of nature
Tuesday, November 24, 2020
4x4 Joint Task Force Committee on Housing: Rent Board/City Council,3 pm,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/4x4_Committee_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/93330024842?pwd=QVVwQ0sxU2M5cU00RzdXMnN4aytaZz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 933 3002 4842
Agenda: 5. Presentation on Berkeley Housing Authority andAffordable Housing Berkeley, Inc by acting Executive Director, 6. Demolition Ordinance, 7. Habitability Plans using LA model, 8. Relocation Ordinance
Wednesday, November 25, 2020
No City meetings or events found
Thursday, November 26, 2020 and Friday, November 27 2020
ThanksgivingHoliday(City offices closed Thursday and Friday)
Saturday, November 28, 2020
Youthivism 11 am – 12:30 pm
Student-led organization striving to expand access to nonpartisan civics and current-events curriculum in schools for grades 5 -9
https://www.youthivism.com
Sign-up to receive zoom link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfIxI2LROYWxtXaPu9LU_B-7auqMJqOrA2LnQSEU2YufAFYbQ/viewform
Agenda: Fake news, its implications and how to source reliable news
Sunday, November 29, 2020
No City meetings or events found
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December 1, 2020 Regular City Council meeting is available for comment,
Email: [email protected]
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85819230242
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 858 1923 0242
Agenda planning for 12/1/2020 Regular Council meeting, CONSENT: 1. 2ndreading lease Cazadero Preforming Arts Camp,2. 2ndreading closure of Camelia/Union Pacific Railroad Corridor, 3.Mental Health Services Act (MHSA) FY 2020/2021-2022/2023 3 year program and expenditure plan, 4.Contract $185,000 1/1/2021 – 6/30/2022 with Resource Development Associates (RDA) to facilitate design of Specialized Care Unit (SCU)by analyzing current mental health crisis system, community engagement, research and data to develop program to re-assign non-criminal police service calls to SCU that will respond without law enforcement, 5. Amend contract add $200,000 FY 2021 & FY 2022 rate $100,000 with Fred Finch Youth Center for Turning Point Transitional Housing, 6. Amend BMC 11.28 Microenterprise Home Kitchen Operation (MHKO), 7. Grant Application FEMA for $1,237,500 for seismic retrofit of MLK Jr. Youth Services Center/Young Adult Project, 8.Grant application $897,000 to SF Restoration Authority Measure AA for feasibility studies for improvements at Aquatic Park, 9. Grant application up to $8,000,000 to CA Proposition 68 Statewide Parks Program for new Park Development at selected Santa Fe Right of Way parcels, 10. Amend contract add $410,000 total $1,235,000 with Freitas Landscaping for additional reduction hazardous vegetation during high-risk fire season, 11. Measure T1 Loan $198,400 to complete Phase 1 Mental Health Adult Clinic renovation, 12. Donation from Regan Nursery Rose Bushes value $1099.78 for roses stolen from Berkeley Rose Garden, 13. Amendments to BESO, 14. Accept $10,000 grant from EBCE for Reach Code Support, 15. 10 yr Lease Agreement with Berkeley Housing Authority for 5thfloor at 1947 Center, 16. Final Map Tract 8533: 1500 San Pablo 175 condo units, 170 residential units, 5 commercial units, 17. Contract $4,968,764 (include contingency $451,706, with Andes Construction , Inc. for Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation, 18. Contract $2,711,556 (includes $246,505 Contingency) with Glosage Engineering, Inc. for Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation, 19. Grant Application for Highway Safety Improvement, 20. Appoint Boona Cheema and Margaret Fine to Mental Health Commission, 21. Resolution calling for State Legislature to align state with UN Treaty on Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons, 22. Amend BMC 13.111.020(a) Ordinance 7,727 to further limit 3rdParty Food Delivery Services from 15% to 10%, 23. Budget Referral to prioritize enhanced lighting in areas of elevated violent crime, 24. Letter Calling on Alameda County and Legislature and Governor Newsom to Strike Racially Restrictive Covenants in certain Property Deeds. 25. Direct City Manager and City Attorney to draft emergency ordinance Personal Liability Protection for Small Businesses - personal guarantee for commercial leases, 26. Resolution calling on BUSD to consider renaming Thousand Oaks Elementary to Kamala Harris Elementary School, 27. Endorse CA Recycling and Plastic Pollution Reduction Act for 2022 election, 28. Referral Commission Low-Income Stipend Reform, ACTION:29. Correction to Fee for increases for Traffic Engineering Hourly Rates, 30. BMC Title 14 and 23 to Reform Residential Off-Street Parking Requirements modify parking minimums, impose parking maximums, amend residential parking, institute transportation Demand Management, INFORMATION REPORTS:31. Short Term Referral Process, Quarterly Update,
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
0 (2435) San Pablo (group living) ZAB - 1/21/2021
1915 Berryman (Payson House) LPC – 1/21/2021
1850 Arch (add bedrooms) ZAB – 1/26/2021
1862 Arch (add bedrooms) ZAB – 1/26/2021
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with End of Appeal Period
1560 Beverly Place 11/30/2020
2430 Bonar 11/23/2020
1335 Delaware 11/23/2020
1136 Francisco 11/30/2020
1333 Grant 11/24/2020
2224 Grant 11/30/2020
1227 Josephine 11/24/2020
1205 Oxford 11/23/2020
3001 Telegraph 11/30/2020
2136-2154 San Pablo #LMIN2020-0004
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSESSIONS
Jan 12 –Ballot Measure Implementation Planning
Feb 16 -BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry, Systems Realignment
March 16 –Capital Improvement Plan, Digital Strategic Plan/FUND$ Replacement Website Update,
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Berkeley Police Department Hiring Practices (referred by Public Safety Committee)
Undergrounding Task Force Update
Update Zero Waste Priorities
Removed from Lists
Update Berkeley’s 2020 Vision
_____________________
Councilmember Cheryl Davila Open Office Hours, 11 am – 1 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81766682075?pwd=NzRXQW1naUdlNmN5eU1lMDR4U3Fjdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 817 6668 2075 Password: 372587
Monday, November 23, 2020
City Council Health, Life Enrichment, Equity & Community Committee, 10 am, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Health,_Life_Enrichment,_Equity___Community.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85624887690
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 856 2488 7690
Agenda: 2. Listening Session on Homelessness, 3. Declare Racism as a Public Health Crisis, A Threat and Safety Issue in the City of Berkeley, 4.a.&b. A People’s First Sanctuary Encampment, 5. Create and Support and Adopt an Unhoused Community Program, UNSCHEDULED:6. Vision 2025 for Sustainable Food Policies, 7. Service Animals Welcome Training
City Council Facilities, Infrastructure, Transportation, Environment & Sustainability Committee– Special Meeting, 2:30 pm,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Facilities,_Infrastructure,_Transportation,_Environment,___Sustainability.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87275078634
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 872-7507 8634
Agenda: 2. Initiate a Citywide, Regional and International Just Transition to a Regenerative Economy to Address the Climate Emergency, UNSCHEDULED: 5. Prohibition Combustion vehicles by 2045, Amend Ordinance to reduce tax for qualifying electrification, energy efficiency and water conservation retrofits, 7. Once every 2 weeks residential cleaning measures to encampments to promote clean streets, 8. Rights of nature
Tuesday, November 24, 2020
4x4 Joint Task Force Committee on Housing: Rent Board/City Council,3 pm,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/4x4_Committee_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/93330024842?pwd=QVVwQ0sxU2M5cU00RzdXMnN4aytaZz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 933 3002 4842
Agenda: 5. Presentation on Berkeley Housing Authority andAffordable Housing Berkeley, Inc by acting Executive Director, 6. Demolition Ordinance, 7. Habitability Plans using LA model, 8. Relocation Ordinance
Wednesday, November 25, 2020
No City meetings or events found
Thursday, November 26, 2020 and Friday, November 27 2020
ThanksgivingHoliday(City offices closed Thursday and Friday)
Saturday, November 28, 2020
Youthivism 11 am – 12:30 pm
Student-led organization striving to expand access to nonpartisan civics and current-events curriculum in schools for grades 5 -9
https://www.youthivism.com
Sign-up to receive zoom link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfIxI2LROYWxtXaPu9LU_B-7auqMJqOrA2LnQSEU2YufAFYbQ/viewform
Agenda: Fake news, its implications and how to source reliable news
Sunday, November 29, 2020
No City meetings or events found
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December 1, 2020 Regular City Council meeting is available for comment,
Email: [email protected]
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85819230242
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 858 1923 0242
Agenda planning for 12/1/2020 Regular Council meeting, CONSENT: 1. 2ndreading lease Cazadero Preforming Arts Camp,2. 2ndreading closure of Camelia/Union Pacific Railroad Corridor, 3.Mental Health Services Act (MHSA) FY 2020/2021-2022/2023 3 year program and expenditure plan, 4.Contract $185,000 1/1/2021 – 6/30/2022 with Resource Development Associates (RDA) to facilitate design of Specialized Care Unit (SCU)by analyzing current mental health crisis system, community engagement, research and data to develop program to re-assign non-criminal police service calls to SCU that will respond without law enforcement, 5. Amend contract add $200,000 FY 2021 & FY 2022 rate $100,000 with Fred Finch Youth Center for Turning Point Transitional Housing, 6. Amend BMC 11.28 Microenterprise Home Kitchen Operation (MHKO), 7. Grant Application FEMA for $1,237,500 for seismic retrofit of MLK Jr. Youth Services Center/Young Adult Project, 8.Grant application $897,000 to SF Restoration Authority Measure AA for feasibility studies for improvements at Aquatic Park, 9. Grant application up to $8,000,000 to CA Proposition 68 Statewide Parks Program for new Park Development at selected Santa Fe Right of Way parcels, 10. Amend contract add $410,000 total $1,235,000 with Freitas Landscaping for additional reduction hazardous vegetation during high-risk fire season, 11. Measure T1 Loan $198,400 to complete Phase 1 Mental Health Adult Clinic renovation, 12. Donation from Regan Nursery Rose Bushes value $1099.78 for roses stolen from Berkeley Rose Garden, 13. Amendments to BESO, 14. Accept $10,000 grant from EBCE for Reach Code Support, 15. 10 yr Lease Agreement with Berkeley Housing Authority for 5thfloor at 1947 Center, 16. Final Map Tract 8533: 1500 San Pablo 175 condo units, 170 residential units, 5 commercial units, 17. Contract $4,968,764 (include contingency $451,706, with Andes Construction , Inc. for Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation, 18. Contract $2,711,556 (includes $246,505 Contingency) with Glosage Engineering, Inc. for Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation, 19. Grant Application for Highway Safety Improvement, 20. Appoint Boona Cheema and Margaret Fine to Mental Health Commission, 21. Resolution calling for State Legislature to align state with UN Treaty on Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons, 22. Amend BMC 13.111.020(a) Ordinance 7,727 to further limit 3rdParty Food Delivery Services from 15% to 10%, 23. Budget Referral to prioritize enhanced lighting in areas of elevated violent crime, 24. Letter Calling on Alameda County and Legislature and Governor Newsom to Strike Racially Restrictive Covenants in certain Property Deeds. 25. Direct City Manager and City Attorney to draft emergency ordinance Personal Liability Protection for Small Businesses - personal guarantee for commercial leases, 26. Resolution calling on BUSD to consider renaming Thousand Oaks Elementary to Kamala Harris Elementary School, 27. Endorse CA Recycling and Plastic Pollution Reduction Act for 2022 election, 28. Referral Commission Low-Income Stipend Reform, ACTION:29. Correction to Fee for increases for Traffic Engineering Hourly Rates, 30. BMC Title 14 and 23 to Reform Residential Off-Street Parking Requirements modify parking minimums, impose parking maximums, amend residential parking, institute transportation Demand Management, INFORMATION REPORTS:31. Short Term Referral Process, Quarterly Update,
_____________________
Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
0 (2435) San Pablo (group living) ZAB - 1/21/2021
1915 Berryman (Payson House) LPC – 1/21/2021
1850 Arch (add bedrooms) ZAB – 1/26/2021
1862 Arch (add bedrooms) ZAB – 1/26/2021
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with End of Appeal Period
1560 Beverly Place 11/30/2020
2430 Bonar 11/23/2020
1335 Delaware 11/23/2020
1136 Francisco 11/30/2020
1333 Grant 11/24/2020
2224 Grant 11/30/2020
1227 Josephine 11/24/2020
1205 Oxford 11/23/2020
3001 Telegraph 11/30/2020
2136-2154 San Pablo #LMIN2020-0004
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSESSIONS
Jan 12 –Ballot Measure Implementation Planning
Feb 16 -BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry, Systems Realignment
March 16 –Capital Improvement Plan, Digital Strategic Plan/FUND$ Replacement Website Update,
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Berkeley Police Department Hiring Practices (referred by Public Safety Committee)
Undergrounding Task Force Update
Update Zero Waste Priorities
Removed from Lists
Update Berkeley’s 2020 Vision
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November 15 - November 22, 2020
Worth Noting:
Last Friday I started with, “The PANDEMIC – It is barely noon and already the daily count for the US is up to 77, 723 of new cases and 636 deaths” today around noon that number was 125,284 with 859 deaths. Depending on where you get your news, when the show was aired/recorded and which dashboard was used, the total number of new cases for the day will vary. The total I see is USA 183,527 California 10,067.We are in a raging pandemic. Monday, November 9 at Mayor Arreguin’s Town Hall our Health Officer said that the celebrating Thanksgiving with up to three families all of whom are “bubbled” and not socializing beyond that group would be fine. The world has changed since Monday. So far, we have been fortunate in Berkeley with low incidence of infection, we cannot count on that to last.Skip in-person gatherings, call and zoom instead.https://www.worldometers.info/coronavirus/country/us/
What Did and Didn’t Happen in City Meetings November 9 – November 12, 2020
On Tuesday the City Council meeting ended abruptly at 11:01 pm (as predicted) in the middle of discussion of item 12. on Security Cameras. Item 22. The last item on the agenda was the No confidence vote of the Police Chief so all the action items were left on the table to be rescheduled at some later date. Thursday the Public Works Commission met and prioritized the T1 Phase 2 Projects. The Public Works Commissioners are amazing. Check the Activist’s Diary in the Berkeley Daily Planet for a more thorough review. http://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
What’s Ahead – There are 20 meetings without counting the two Council closed sessions. Just take a quick scan of the list. Giving an overview would fill another page.
Sunday, November 15, 2020
No City meetings or events found
Monday, November 16, 2020
Agenda and Rules Committee, 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82045200899
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 820 4520 0899
Agenda planning for 12/1/2020 Regular Council meeting, CONSENT: Mental Health Services Act (MHSA) FY 2020/2021-2022/2023 3 year program and expenditure plan, 2.Contract $185,000 1/1/2021 – 6/30/2022 with Resource Development Associates (RDA) to facilitate design of Specialized Care Unit (SCU)by analyzing current mental health crisis system, community engagement, research and data to develop program to re-assign non-criminal police service calls to SCU that will respond without law enforcement, 3. Amend contract add $200,000 FY 2021 & FY 2022 rate $100,000 with Fred Finch Youth Center for Turning Point Transitional Housing, 4. Amend BMC 11.28 Microenterprise Home Kitchen Operation (MHKO), 5. Grant Application FEMA for $1,237,500 for seismic retrofit of MLK Jr. Youth Services Center/Young Adult Project, 6.Grant application $897,000 to SF Restoration Authority Measure AA for feasibility studies for improvements at Aquatic Park, 7. Grant application up to $8,000,000 to CA Proposition 68 Statewide Parks Program for new Park Development at selected Santa Fe Right of Way parcels, 8. Amend contract add $410,000 total $1,235,000 with Freitas Landscaping for additional reduction hazardous vegetation during high-risk fire season, 9. Donation from Regan Nursery Rose Bushes value $1099.78 for roses stolen from Berkeley Rose Garden, 10. T1 Phase 1 Modifications to Project List includes change of phase from design to planning for Berkeley Municipal Pier, 11. Amendments to BESO, 12. Accept Revenue Grant$10,000 from EBCE for Reach Code Support,13. 10 yr Lease Agreement with Berkeley Housing Authority for 5thfloor at 1947 Center, 14. Final Map Tract 8533: 1500 San Pablo 175 condo units, 170 residential units, 5 commercial units, 15. Contract $4,968,764 (include contingency $451,706, with Andes Construction , Inc. for Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation, 16. Contract $2,711,556 (includes $246,505 Contingency) with Glosage Engineering, Inc. for Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation, 17. Grant Application for Highway Safety Improvement, 18. Appoint Boona Cheema and Margaret Fine to Mental Health Commission, 19. Endorse CA Recycling and Plastic Pollution Reduction Act for 2022 election, ACTION:20. BMC Title 14 and 23 to Reform Residential Off-Street Parking Requirements modify parking minimums, impose parking maximums, amend residential parking, institute transportation Demand Management, 21, Correct Fee for increases, 22. Resolution calling for State Legislature to align state with UN Treaty on Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons, 23. Amend BMC 13.111.020(a) Ordinance 7,727 to further limit 3rdParty Food Delivery Services from 15% to 10%, 24. Create and Support and Adopt an Unhoused Community program supporting neighborhood volunteers and community groups in adopting encampments, 25. Striking Racially Restrictive Covenants in certain Property Deeds letter to County of Alameda and CA legislature, 26. Personal Liability Protection for Small Businesses - personal guarantee for commercial leases, 27. Resolution calling on BUSD to consider renaming Thousand Oaks Elementary to Kamala Harris Elementary School, 28. Referral Commission Low-Income Stipend Reform, INFORMATION REPORTS: Short Term Referral Process, Quarterly Update, 30. Measure T1 Update, REFERRED ITEMS for REVIEW: 9. Impact of COVID-19 on meetings of legislative bodies, 9. Commission Reorganization for Post COVID-19 Budget Recovery, 10. Protocols for managing Zoom meetings,UNSCHEDULED ITEMS: 11. Officerholder Accounts, 12. Relinquishments and grants from Councilmember Accounts, UNFINISHED BUSINESS for SCHEDULING: 1. Kitchen Exhaust Hoods, 2. Surveillance Technology Report, Acquisition and Use, 3. Security Cameras at Major Berkeley Arterial Streets, 4. Gun Buyback, 5. Report on Homeless Outreach, 6. Surveillance Technology Report License Plate Readers, Body Worn Cameras, Street Imagery Project, 7. Annual Commission Attendance and Meeting Report, 8. Community refrigerators, 9. Vote of No Confidence in Police Chief,
(packet 214)
City Council Closed Session, 4 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81747283367
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 817 4728 3367
Agenda: 1. Anticipated litigation
Children, Youth and Recreation Commission, 7 – 9 pm
http://www.ci.berkeley.ca.us/Children_Youth_and_Recreation_Commission/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/96159228557
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 961 5922 8557
Agenda: 8. Annual T1 Phase 2 update, 10. Workplan
Tuesday, November 17, 2020
Solano Avenue Business Improvement District Advisory Board, 12 – 2 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Solano_BID_Board.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86968697869?pwd=QlhmZFBxcWl1R1V1M0JtR25qMjl5UT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 869 6869 7869 Passcode: Solano
Agenda: not posted
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board – Eviction/Section 8 Committee, 5 pm
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/91565398954?pwd=aGxTcVRDMUg1M3JPTENENjZ3RjFqdz09
Teleconference: 1-408-638-0968 Meeting ID: 915 6539 8954 Passcode: 353939
Agenda: 6. Summary Distressed Properties, 7. 1685 Solano, 8. Impacts Covid-19, 9. Section 8 issues at 4thand University, 11. Measure MM
City Council, Email: [email protected]
3:30 pm Council Closed Session
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86415105179
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 864 1510 5179
Agenda: 1. Pending Litigation 1444 Fifth Street LLC v. City of Berkeley #19032434, 2. Conference with Labor Negotiators – employee organizations: Berkeley Fire Fighters Local 1227, Local 1227 IAFF/Fire Chief Officers, IBEW Local 1245, SEIU 1021 Community Services and Part-time Recreation Activity Leaders and Maintenance and Clerical, Public Employees Union Local 1, 3. Pending Litigation Shipp, Thersa V. City of Berkeley WCAB #DJ10911597
6 pm, Regular Council Meeting
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87898323220
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 878 9832 3220
Agenda CONSENT: 1. Ratify Proclamation of Local Emergency due to COVID-19, 3. Bid solicitations, 4. Apply for funding $100,000 from CA Dept Health Care Services, 5. Contract add $50,000 total $100,000 and extend to 6/30/2021 with Telfords for Tyler Munis ERP System (formerly ERMA) for implementation payroll system, 6. Refer to Planning to rezone parcels to be reclassified to new Adeline Corridor Mixed-Use General Plan rezoned to new Commercial, 1709 Alcatraz, 3404 King, 3244 Ellis, 1717 Alcatraz, 2024 Ashby, 7. Contract add $100,000 total $350,000 and extend to 12/31/2022 with Karste Consulting for Emergency Preparedness Services and Training, 8. On-Call Contract add $100,000 total $250,000 extend 6/30/22 with Acumen Industrial Hygiene for asbestos, lead, mold and other hazardous material sampling investigations, surveys and program management, 9. Contract add $123,534 total $273,534 and extend 6/30/2021 with Don’s Tire Service for Tire Repair city fleets, 10. Contract add $317,563 total $1,192,563 and extend 6/30/2021 with Bruce’s Tire, Inc for new tires city fleets, 11. Library Gifts Received report $129,079 (sale of donated books, Friends of Library and Library Foundation), 12. Budget Referral $20,000 for Berkeley Age-Friendly Continuum, 13. Refer to City Manager Improving Hate Crimes Reporting, 14. Refer to City Manager to incorporate relevant elements of Navigable Cities Framework for Ensuring Access and Freedom of Movement for People with Disabilities into Master Plan, Refer to Public Works and Parks and Waterfront Commission on ways to incorporate Navigable Cities Framework into the work, projects, contracts and policies of Public Works and Parks Recreation & Waterfront Departments, ACTION:15. Renew Elmwood BID for 2021, 16, Renew Solano BID for 2021, 17. Closure of the crossing at Camelia/Union Pacific to all traffic,18. Update General Plan under CEQA to CA SB 743 Transportation Impact analysis replaces Level of Service (LOS) with Vehicle Miles Traveled (VMT), 19. FY 2021 Annual Appropriations, 20. Amend BMC 13.110, Title 13, COVID-19 Emergency Response Ordinance to enhance emergency tenant protections, 21. Contract $50,000 (10/15/2020- 6/15/2021) with Youth Listen Campaign with Voices Against Violence, Information Reports:20. FY 2020 Year End/FY 2021 1stQuarter,
Wednesday, November 18, 2020
Commission on Aging, 1 – 3 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Aging_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://us04web.zoom.us/j/72674239145?pwd=ZmpuYzhJWXZxMGVzc2VmOVZCaHptdz09
Teleconference: 106690900-9128 Meeting ID: 726 7423 9145
Agenda: 4. Workplan 2021
City Council Facilities, Infrastructure, Transportation, Environment & Sustainability Committee, 2:30 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Facilities,_Infrastructure,_Transportation,_Environment,___Sustainability.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85952780607
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 859 5278 0607
Agenda: 2. Potential Bonding and Funding Opportunities for Improving the PCI (Paving Condition Index) of Residential streets and creating a paving mater plan. 3. Ordinance terminating the sale of gasoline, diesel and natural gas vehicles in Berkeley by 2025 and feasibility of terminating the sale of gasoline and promotion of sale of electric vehicles. 4. Prohibition resale of combustion vehicles by 2040. Unscheduled Items:5. Regulating Plastic Bags, 6. Prohibition of sale of carbon-based transportation fuels by 2045 (from CEAC), 7. Prohibition of use of city streets for combustion vehicles by 2045, 8. Amend BMC 7.52 by reducing tax for electrification and water conservation retrofits, 9. Initiate Citywide, Regional and International just transition to a regenerative economy to address climate change, 10. Enforce Bi-weekly (every 2 weeks) cleaning measures to encampments, 11. Recognize the Rights of Nature. (packet 188 pages)
Fair and Impartial Policing, 4:30 pm – 6:30 pm
Email [email protected]to be added to the email list for meeting notices and links Videoconference: Teleconference: Meeting ID: - not yet available
Animal Care Commission, 7 – 9 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Animal_Care_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83950155243
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 839 5015 5243
Agenda:V. a) COVID related impact on Animal Care Services, b) Annual Workplan, c) Activities Friends of Berkeley Animal Care Services,
Board of Library Trustees, 6:30 pm
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86042306505
Teleconference: 10669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 860 4230 6505
Agenda:Presentation 2021 Priority Activities, FY 2021 1stQuarter Budget, Library reopening report.
Planning Commission – Special Meeting,7 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/96468865881
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 964 6886 5881
Agenda: 9. Public Hearing Bayer Development Agreement & SEIR Scoping meeting, 10. Demolition Ordinance
Police Review Commission,7 – 10 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87070468124
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 870 7046 8124
Agenda: 10. Amendments to Policy 300 Use Force from Chief Greenwood, Amend PrC Regulations to revise the number of votes needed to accept a late-file complaint, Discuss ways to manage length of Commission meetings, Transition to new Police Accountability Board and Office of Director of Police Accountability
Thursday, November 19, 2020
City Council Budget & Finance Committee, 10 am
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Budget___Finance.aspx
Videoconference: Teleconference: Meeting ID: not posted check during the week
Agenda: not posted check during the week
Citizens for Cultural Civic Center, 12 – 1 pm, email [email protected]to be added to the email list and receive the meeting zoom link
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board, 7 – 11 pm
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/99876939267?pwd=VU40WmVuc2RuMVF1aXFqWTJoekVqQT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 998 7693 9267
Agenda: 6. Measure MM, modified Rent Board Hours Dec 24 – 31, Waivers of late registration penalties.
Design Review Committee, 7 – 10 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/designreview/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/95000463132
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 950 0046 3132
1. 2035 Blake – Final Design Review – modification of approved project to demolish 2 existing non-residential buildings and construct new mixed-use 82 apartments, 1896 sq ft retail, 2 live/work
2. 600 Addison – Preview –R&D campus 461,822 sq ft of gross floor area and 944 parking spaces previously submitted August 27, 2020 with 521,810 sq ft and 1044 parking spaces.
Advisory item – Modifications to the Sign Ordinance
Fair Campaign Practices Commission (FCPC), Open Government Commission (OGC), 7 pm
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/FCPC/
Videoconference:
Teleconference: Meeting ID:
Agenda: FCPC:6, Complaint alleging BERA violations by Committee for Ethical Housing, 7. Investigation Berkeley Committee for Police Oversight, Investigation regarding Maria Poblet for Rent Board, 9. Complaint alleging violations of BERA by Re-elect Jesse Arreguin, 10. Complaint regarding campaign signs advocating for the election of Councilmember Cheryl Davila, 11. Complaint alleging violation of BERA by Rent Board Candidates Leah Simon-Weisberg, Mari Mendonica, Andy Kelley, Dominique Walker, Xavier Johnson, 12. Complaint alleging violations of BERA by Wayne Hsiung, 13. From City Clerk regarding Public Finance Program campaign, Andrew for Berkeley, Wayne Hsiung for Mayor, OGC: 15. From City Clerk failure of multiple City lobbyists to file quarterly report, 16. Complaint by Martin and Olga Schwartz alleging violations of Open Government Ordinance relating to ZAB
Parks and Waterfront Commission and Public Works Commission,Time TBD
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Parks_and_Waterfront_Commission.aspx
Videoconference: Teleconference: Meeting ID: - Not Available check later in week
Agenda not yet posted subject to beT1 Phase 2 finalize list of projects to recommend to Council
Sugar-Sweetened Beverage Product Panel of Experts, 6:30 – 9 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Sugar-Sweetened_Beverage_Product_Panel_of_Experts.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82993001502?pwd=NWVGVmxtZGZoemF5S2ZNNW9nUmZRQT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 829 9300 1502 Passcode: 976785
Agenda: 2. RFP for soliciting grant applications for FY 22 and FY 23 funding cycle, 3. RFP scoring criteria, 4. Letter to City regarding SSB tax revenues and Finance Department charges
Friday, November 20, 2020
Fifth Virtual Summit Series for an Environmentally Just and Regenerative Future, 9-11 am, Agenda Includes message from Barbara Lee,
https://cemtf.org
Register for meeting links: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/climate-emergency-mobilization-summit-5-next-steps-for-mobilizing-tickets-125764299405
Saturday, November 21, 2020 and Sunday, November 22, 2020
No City meetings or events found
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
0 (2435) San Pablo (group living) ZAB - 1/21/2021
1915 Berryman (Payson House) LPC – 1/21/2021
1850 Arch (add bedrooms) ZAB – 1/26/2021
1862 Arch (add bedrooms) ZAB – 1/26/2021
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with End of Appeal Period
1560 Beverly Place 11/30/2020
2430 Bonar 11/23/2020
1335 Delaware 11/23/2020
1333 Grant 11/24/2020
2224 Grant 11/30/2020
901 Grayson 11/17/2020
1009 Heinz 11/9/2020
1227 Josephine 11/24/2020
1205 Oxford 11/23/2020
3001 Telegraph 11/30/2020
2435-2437 Virginia 11/19/2020
2136-2154 San Pablo
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSESSIONS
Jan 12 –Ballot Measure Implementation Planning
Feb 16 -BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry, Systems Realignment
March 16 –Capital Improvement Plan, Digital Strategic Plan/FUND$ Replacement Website Update,
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Berkeley Police Department Hiring Practices (referred by Public Safety Committee)
Undergrounding Task Force Update
Update Zero Waste Priorities
Removed from Lists
Update Berkeley’s 2020 Vision
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This Summary of City of Berkeley meetings is the available published public meetings that could be found and they are important. This does not include the task forces established by the Mayor (those schedules are not available).If anyone would like to share meeting schedules including community meetings to be included in the weekly summary so we can be better-informed citizenry, please forward the notices to [email protected]before Friday noon of the preceding week.
Worth Noting:
Last Friday I started with, “The PANDEMIC – It is barely noon and already the daily count for the US is up to 77, 723 of new cases and 636 deaths” today around noon that number was 125,284 with 859 deaths. Depending on where you get your news, when the show was aired/recorded and which dashboard was used, the total number of new cases for the day will vary. The total I see is USA 183,527 California 10,067.We are in a raging pandemic. Monday, November 9 at Mayor Arreguin’s Town Hall our Health Officer said that the celebrating Thanksgiving with up to three families all of whom are “bubbled” and not socializing beyond that group would be fine. The world has changed since Monday. So far, we have been fortunate in Berkeley with low incidence of infection, we cannot count on that to last.Skip in-person gatherings, call and zoom instead.https://www.worldometers.info/coronavirus/country/us/
What Did and Didn’t Happen in City Meetings November 9 – November 12, 2020
On Tuesday the City Council meeting ended abruptly at 11:01 pm (as predicted) in the middle of discussion of item 12. on Security Cameras. Item 22. The last item on the agenda was the No confidence vote of the Police Chief so all the action items were left on the table to be rescheduled at some later date. Thursday the Public Works Commission met and prioritized the T1 Phase 2 Projects. The Public Works Commissioners are amazing. Check the Activist’s Diary in the Berkeley Daily Planet for a more thorough review. http://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
What’s Ahead – There are 20 meetings without counting the two Council closed sessions. Just take a quick scan of the list. Giving an overview would fill another page.
Sunday, November 15, 2020
No City meetings or events found
Monday, November 16, 2020
Agenda and Rules Committee, 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82045200899
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 820 4520 0899
Agenda planning for 12/1/2020 Regular Council meeting, CONSENT: Mental Health Services Act (MHSA) FY 2020/2021-2022/2023 3 year program and expenditure plan, 2.Contract $185,000 1/1/2021 – 6/30/2022 with Resource Development Associates (RDA) to facilitate design of Specialized Care Unit (SCU)by analyzing current mental health crisis system, community engagement, research and data to develop program to re-assign non-criminal police service calls to SCU that will respond without law enforcement, 3. Amend contract add $200,000 FY 2021 & FY 2022 rate $100,000 with Fred Finch Youth Center for Turning Point Transitional Housing, 4. Amend BMC 11.28 Microenterprise Home Kitchen Operation (MHKO), 5. Grant Application FEMA for $1,237,500 for seismic retrofit of MLK Jr. Youth Services Center/Young Adult Project, 6.Grant application $897,000 to SF Restoration Authority Measure AA for feasibility studies for improvements at Aquatic Park, 7. Grant application up to $8,000,000 to CA Proposition 68 Statewide Parks Program for new Park Development at selected Santa Fe Right of Way parcels, 8. Amend contract add $410,000 total $1,235,000 with Freitas Landscaping for additional reduction hazardous vegetation during high-risk fire season, 9. Donation from Regan Nursery Rose Bushes value $1099.78 for roses stolen from Berkeley Rose Garden, 10. T1 Phase 1 Modifications to Project List includes change of phase from design to planning for Berkeley Municipal Pier, 11. Amendments to BESO, 12. Accept Revenue Grant$10,000 from EBCE for Reach Code Support,13. 10 yr Lease Agreement with Berkeley Housing Authority for 5thfloor at 1947 Center, 14. Final Map Tract 8533: 1500 San Pablo 175 condo units, 170 residential units, 5 commercial units, 15. Contract $4,968,764 (include contingency $451,706, with Andes Construction , Inc. for Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation, 16. Contract $2,711,556 (includes $246,505 Contingency) with Glosage Engineering, Inc. for Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation, 17. Grant Application for Highway Safety Improvement, 18. Appoint Boona Cheema and Margaret Fine to Mental Health Commission, 19. Endorse CA Recycling and Plastic Pollution Reduction Act for 2022 election, ACTION:20. BMC Title 14 and 23 to Reform Residential Off-Street Parking Requirements modify parking minimums, impose parking maximums, amend residential parking, institute transportation Demand Management, 21, Correct Fee for increases, 22. Resolution calling for State Legislature to align state with UN Treaty on Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons, 23. Amend BMC 13.111.020(a) Ordinance 7,727 to further limit 3rdParty Food Delivery Services from 15% to 10%, 24. Create and Support and Adopt an Unhoused Community program supporting neighborhood volunteers and community groups in adopting encampments, 25. Striking Racially Restrictive Covenants in certain Property Deeds letter to County of Alameda and CA legislature, 26. Personal Liability Protection for Small Businesses - personal guarantee for commercial leases, 27. Resolution calling on BUSD to consider renaming Thousand Oaks Elementary to Kamala Harris Elementary School, 28. Referral Commission Low-Income Stipend Reform, INFORMATION REPORTS: Short Term Referral Process, Quarterly Update, 30. Measure T1 Update, REFERRED ITEMS for REVIEW: 9. Impact of COVID-19 on meetings of legislative bodies, 9. Commission Reorganization for Post COVID-19 Budget Recovery, 10. Protocols for managing Zoom meetings,UNSCHEDULED ITEMS: 11. Officerholder Accounts, 12. Relinquishments and grants from Councilmember Accounts, UNFINISHED BUSINESS for SCHEDULING: 1. Kitchen Exhaust Hoods, 2. Surveillance Technology Report, Acquisition and Use, 3. Security Cameras at Major Berkeley Arterial Streets, 4. Gun Buyback, 5. Report on Homeless Outreach, 6. Surveillance Technology Report License Plate Readers, Body Worn Cameras, Street Imagery Project, 7. Annual Commission Attendance and Meeting Report, 8. Community refrigerators, 9. Vote of No Confidence in Police Chief,
(packet 214)
City Council Closed Session, 4 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81747283367
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 817 4728 3367
Agenda: 1. Anticipated litigation
Children, Youth and Recreation Commission, 7 – 9 pm
http://www.ci.berkeley.ca.us/Children_Youth_and_Recreation_Commission/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/96159228557
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 961 5922 8557
Agenda: 8. Annual T1 Phase 2 update, 10. Workplan
Tuesday, November 17, 2020
Solano Avenue Business Improvement District Advisory Board, 12 – 2 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Solano_BID_Board.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86968697869?pwd=QlhmZFBxcWl1R1V1M0JtR25qMjl5UT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 869 6869 7869 Passcode: Solano
Agenda: not posted
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board – Eviction/Section 8 Committee, 5 pm
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/91565398954?pwd=aGxTcVRDMUg1M3JPTENENjZ3RjFqdz09
Teleconference: 1-408-638-0968 Meeting ID: 915 6539 8954 Passcode: 353939
Agenda: 6. Summary Distressed Properties, 7. 1685 Solano, 8. Impacts Covid-19, 9. Section 8 issues at 4thand University, 11. Measure MM
City Council, Email: [email protected]
3:30 pm Council Closed Session
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86415105179
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 864 1510 5179
Agenda: 1. Pending Litigation 1444 Fifth Street LLC v. City of Berkeley #19032434, 2. Conference with Labor Negotiators – employee organizations: Berkeley Fire Fighters Local 1227, Local 1227 IAFF/Fire Chief Officers, IBEW Local 1245, SEIU 1021 Community Services and Part-time Recreation Activity Leaders and Maintenance and Clerical, Public Employees Union Local 1, 3. Pending Litigation Shipp, Thersa V. City of Berkeley WCAB #DJ10911597
6 pm, Regular Council Meeting
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87898323220
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 878 9832 3220
Agenda CONSENT: 1. Ratify Proclamation of Local Emergency due to COVID-19, 3. Bid solicitations, 4. Apply for funding $100,000 from CA Dept Health Care Services, 5. Contract add $50,000 total $100,000 and extend to 6/30/2021 with Telfords for Tyler Munis ERP System (formerly ERMA) for implementation payroll system, 6. Refer to Planning to rezone parcels to be reclassified to new Adeline Corridor Mixed-Use General Plan rezoned to new Commercial, 1709 Alcatraz, 3404 King, 3244 Ellis, 1717 Alcatraz, 2024 Ashby, 7. Contract add $100,000 total $350,000 and extend to 12/31/2022 with Karste Consulting for Emergency Preparedness Services and Training, 8. On-Call Contract add $100,000 total $250,000 extend 6/30/22 with Acumen Industrial Hygiene for asbestos, lead, mold and other hazardous material sampling investigations, surveys and program management, 9. Contract add $123,534 total $273,534 and extend 6/30/2021 with Don’s Tire Service for Tire Repair city fleets, 10. Contract add $317,563 total $1,192,563 and extend 6/30/2021 with Bruce’s Tire, Inc for new tires city fleets, 11. Library Gifts Received report $129,079 (sale of donated books, Friends of Library and Library Foundation), 12. Budget Referral $20,000 for Berkeley Age-Friendly Continuum, 13. Refer to City Manager Improving Hate Crimes Reporting, 14. Refer to City Manager to incorporate relevant elements of Navigable Cities Framework for Ensuring Access and Freedom of Movement for People with Disabilities into Master Plan, Refer to Public Works and Parks and Waterfront Commission on ways to incorporate Navigable Cities Framework into the work, projects, contracts and policies of Public Works and Parks Recreation & Waterfront Departments, ACTION:15. Renew Elmwood BID for 2021, 16, Renew Solano BID for 2021, 17. Closure of the crossing at Camelia/Union Pacific to all traffic,18. Update General Plan under CEQA to CA SB 743 Transportation Impact analysis replaces Level of Service (LOS) with Vehicle Miles Traveled (VMT), 19. FY 2021 Annual Appropriations, 20. Amend BMC 13.110, Title 13, COVID-19 Emergency Response Ordinance to enhance emergency tenant protections, 21. Contract $50,000 (10/15/2020- 6/15/2021) with Youth Listen Campaign with Voices Against Violence, Information Reports:20. FY 2020 Year End/FY 2021 1stQuarter,
Wednesday, November 18, 2020
Commission on Aging, 1 – 3 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Aging_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://us04web.zoom.us/j/72674239145?pwd=ZmpuYzhJWXZxMGVzc2VmOVZCaHptdz09
Teleconference: 106690900-9128 Meeting ID: 726 7423 9145
Agenda: 4. Workplan 2021
City Council Facilities, Infrastructure, Transportation, Environment & Sustainability Committee, 2:30 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Facilities,_Infrastructure,_Transportation,_Environment,___Sustainability.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85952780607
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 859 5278 0607
Agenda: 2. Potential Bonding and Funding Opportunities for Improving the PCI (Paving Condition Index) of Residential streets and creating a paving mater plan. 3. Ordinance terminating the sale of gasoline, diesel and natural gas vehicles in Berkeley by 2025 and feasibility of terminating the sale of gasoline and promotion of sale of electric vehicles. 4. Prohibition resale of combustion vehicles by 2040. Unscheduled Items:5. Regulating Plastic Bags, 6. Prohibition of sale of carbon-based transportation fuels by 2045 (from CEAC), 7. Prohibition of use of city streets for combustion vehicles by 2045, 8. Amend BMC 7.52 by reducing tax for electrification and water conservation retrofits, 9. Initiate Citywide, Regional and International just transition to a regenerative economy to address climate change, 10. Enforce Bi-weekly (every 2 weeks) cleaning measures to encampments, 11. Recognize the Rights of Nature. (packet 188 pages)
Fair and Impartial Policing, 4:30 pm – 6:30 pm
Email [email protected]to be added to the email list for meeting notices and links Videoconference: Teleconference: Meeting ID: - not yet available
Animal Care Commission, 7 – 9 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Animal_Care_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83950155243
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 839 5015 5243
Agenda:V. a) COVID related impact on Animal Care Services, b) Annual Workplan, c) Activities Friends of Berkeley Animal Care Services,
Board of Library Trustees, 6:30 pm
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86042306505
Teleconference: 10669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 860 4230 6505
Agenda:Presentation 2021 Priority Activities, FY 2021 1stQuarter Budget, Library reopening report.
Planning Commission – Special Meeting,7 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/96468865881
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 964 6886 5881
Agenda: 9. Public Hearing Bayer Development Agreement & SEIR Scoping meeting, 10. Demolition Ordinance
Police Review Commission,7 – 10 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87070468124
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 870 7046 8124
Agenda: 10. Amendments to Policy 300 Use Force from Chief Greenwood, Amend PrC Regulations to revise the number of votes needed to accept a late-file complaint, Discuss ways to manage length of Commission meetings, Transition to new Police Accountability Board and Office of Director of Police Accountability
Thursday, November 19, 2020
City Council Budget & Finance Committee, 10 am
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Budget___Finance.aspx
Videoconference: Teleconference: Meeting ID: not posted check during the week
Agenda: not posted check during the week
Citizens for Cultural Civic Center, 12 – 1 pm, email [email protected]to be added to the email list and receive the meeting zoom link
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board, 7 – 11 pm
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/99876939267?pwd=VU40WmVuc2RuMVF1aXFqWTJoekVqQT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 998 7693 9267
Agenda: 6. Measure MM, modified Rent Board Hours Dec 24 – 31, Waivers of late registration penalties.
Design Review Committee, 7 – 10 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/designreview/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/95000463132
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 950 0046 3132
1. 2035 Blake – Final Design Review – modification of approved project to demolish 2 existing non-residential buildings and construct new mixed-use 82 apartments, 1896 sq ft retail, 2 live/work
2. 600 Addison – Preview –R&D campus 461,822 sq ft of gross floor area and 944 parking spaces previously submitted August 27, 2020 with 521,810 sq ft and 1044 parking spaces.
Advisory item – Modifications to the Sign Ordinance
Fair Campaign Practices Commission (FCPC), Open Government Commission (OGC), 7 pm
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/FCPC/
Videoconference:
Teleconference: Meeting ID:
Agenda: FCPC:6, Complaint alleging BERA violations by Committee for Ethical Housing, 7. Investigation Berkeley Committee for Police Oversight, Investigation regarding Maria Poblet for Rent Board, 9. Complaint alleging violations of BERA by Re-elect Jesse Arreguin, 10. Complaint regarding campaign signs advocating for the election of Councilmember Cheryl Davila, 11. Complaint alleging violation of BERA by Rent Board Candidates Leah Simon-Weisberg, Mari Mendonica, Andy Kelley, Dominique Walker, Xavier Johnson, 12. Complaint alleging violations of BERA by Wayne Hsiung, 13. From City Clerk regarding Public Finance Program campaign, Andrew for Berkeley, Wayne Hsiung for Mayor, OGC: 15. From City Clerk failure of multiple City lobbyists to file quarterly report, 16. Complaint by Martin and Olga Schwartz alleging violations of Open Government Ordinance relating to ZAB
Parks and Waterfront Commission and Public Works Commission,Time TBD
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Parks_and_Waterfront_Commission.aspx
Videoconference: Teleconference: Meeting ID: - Not Available check later in week
Agenda not yet posted subject to beT1 Phase 2 finalize list of projects to recommend to Council
Sugar-Sweetened Beverage Product Panel of Experts, 6:30 – 9 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Sugar-Sweetened_Beverage_Product_Panel_of_Experts.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82993001502?pwd=NWVGVmxtZGZoemF5S2ZNNW9nUmZRQT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 829 9300 1502 Passcode: 976785
Agenda: 2. RFP for soliciting grant applications for FY 22 and FY 23 funding cycle, 3. RFP scoring criteria, 4. Letter to City regarding SSB tax revenues and Finance Department charges
Friday, November 20, 2020
Fifth Virtual Summit Series for an Environmentally Just and Regenerative Future, 9-11 am, Agenda Includes message from Barbara Lee,
https://cemtf.org
Register for meeting links: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/climate-emergency-mobilization-summit-5-next-steps-for-mobilizing-tickets-125764299405
Saturday, November 21, 2020 and Sunday, November 22, 2020
No City meetings or events found
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
0 (2435) San Pablo (group living) ZAB - 1/21/2021
1915 Berryman (Payson House) LPC – 1/21/2021
1850 Arch (add bedrooms) ZAB – 1/26/2021
1862 Arch (add bedrooms) ZAB – 1/26/2021
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with End of Appeal Period
1560 Beverly Place 11/30/2020
2430 Bonar 11/23/2020
1335 Delaware 11/23/2020
1333 Grant 11/24/2020
2224 Grant 11/30/2020
901 Grayson 11/17/2020
1009 Heinz 11/9/2020
1227 Josephine 11/24/2020
1205 Oxford 11/23/2020
3001 Telegraph 11/30/2020
2435-2437 Virginia 11/19/2020
2136-2154 San Pablo
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSESSIONS
Jan 12 –Ballot Measure Implementation Planning
Feb 16 -BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry, Systems Realignment
March 16 –Capital Improvement Plan, Digital Strategic Plan/FUND$ Replacement Website Update,
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Berkeley Police Department Hiring Practices (referred by Public Safety Committee)
Undergrounding Task Force Update
Update Zero Waste Priorities
Removed from Lists
Update Berkeley’s 2020 Vision
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This Summary of City of Berkeley meetings is the available published public meetings that could be found and they are important. This does not include the task forces established by the Mayor (those schedules are not available).If anyone would like to share meeting schedules including community meetings to be included in the weekly summary so we can be better-informed citizenry, please forward the notices to [email protected]before Friday noon of the preceding week.
November 8 - November 15, 2020
Worth Noting:
The PANDEMIC – It is barely noon and already the daily count for the US is up to 77, 723 of new cases and 636 deaths. https://www.worldometers.info/coronavirus/country/us/
These numbers are higher than our daily totals just a few weeks ago and we still have until gmt 0+ to go (cutoff 4 pm PT with loading of data finishing around 5 pm-6 pm). If you need a pep-talk to stick with public health protocols, deal with family, friends and the holidays listen to Michael Osterholm podcast episode 30.https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-osterholm-update-covid-19/id1504360345?i=1000497453212
What Did and Didn’t Happen in City Meetings November 2 – November 5, 2020
It was a quiet week for city meetings in anticipation of all of us being tethered to the elections. The draft of the Police Acquisition and Use of Controlled Equipment policy is off to the City Attorney for review. A referral to the City Manager to develop an Outdoor Dining Program is out of committee and traveling to appear on the Council agenda. Councilmember Droste’s measure for Commission Reorganization for Post-Covid-19 Budget Recovery will be taken up at the next Council Agenda Committee (November 16). The T1 Phase 2 project list is moving on to finalization. The Citizens for Cultural Civic Center spoke with Marc Steyer of Tipping Engineering for a better understanding of seismic retrofitting and the group generally agreed that the Seismic Performance Level that should be under discussion and review is Damage Control, an option that was not included in the 903 pages of Gehl documents. And, Steve Finacom will be bringing to the Landmarks Preservation Commission a landmarking application for the apartment where Kamala Harris our first woman Vice-President grew up right here in Berkeley.
What’s Ahead – Moving Back to Normal
It is a busy week ahead and if there aren’t enough Berkeley City meetings a few extras have been added.
Monday – Racism has played a big part in this election. At 10 am the Council Health Life Enrichment, Equity & Community Committee will take up Racism as a Public Health Crisis,
Tuesday – At 9 am EBMUD will be presenting the Long-Term Infrastructure Workshop. Interestingly if Oct 20 virtual tour is any example, it is easier to ask questions and participate at EMUD workshops than City meetings.Tuesday evening at 6 pm is City Council
Wednesday Veterans Day Holiday– Parks and Waterfront Commission is meeting at 7 pm on T1, The Barbara Lee film is also Wednesday evening with a 48-hour viewing available.
Thursday – The City Council Budget committee meets at 10 am, the Citizens for Cultural Civic Center meets at noon (email [email protected]to be added to the list for zoom links) and the Homeless Commission, Housing Advisory Commission, Public Works Commission and the Zoning Adjustment Board all meet at 7 pm.
The City Council November 17 agenda is available for comment and follows the list of meetings.
Sunday, November 8 2020
No City meetings or events found
Monday, November 9, 2020
City Council Health, Life Enrichment, Equity & Community Committee, 10 am
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Health,_Life_Enrichment,_Equity___Community.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85656641165
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 856 5664 1165
Agenda:2. Listening Session on Homelessness (15 minutes), 3. Declare Racism as a Public Health Crisis, A Threat and Safety Issue in the City of Berkeley, 4.a&b. A people’s First Sanctuary Encampment, UNSCHEDULED ITEMS: 5. Service Animals Welcome training, 6. Support Vision 2025 for Sustainable Food Policies,
Sugar-Sweetened Beverage Product Panel of Experts – Prevention, Strategies & Outcomes Subcommittee Meeting, 4 – 6 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Sugar-Sweetened_Beverage_Product_Panel_of_Experts.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81086710470?pwd=QTdkSE5QeGsxYlZnbXowZWZ2SUVDdz09
Teleconference: not given – secretary [email protected]or office 510-981-5300 if no luck contacting secretary try 1-669-900-9128 or 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 810 8671 0470 Passcode: 176840
Agenda: Discussion revised RFP for FY 2022 and FY 2023 and revised application review scoring sheet.
Youth Commission, 5 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Youth_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/93524535415?pwd=aktYYjg4V2k3bDg5WHNGZWRUejV0Zz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 935 2453 5415 Passcode: 359545
Agenda: 6. Public Comment, 8. Youth Commission Annual Work Plan, 9. Presentation T1, 10. Prop 68 Competitive Grant for Grove Park Play Structure Renovation, 11. 2021 meeting schedule, 12. Approval of work plan
Mayor Arreguin’s Virtual Town Hall, 6 pm
Submit questions by 3 pm to https://www.jessearreguin.comand watch town hall live or recording at the same link
Tuesday, November 10, 2020
EBMUD Long-Term Infrastructure Workshop, 9 am
https://www.ebmud.com/about-us/board-directors/board-meetings/
Videoconference: https://ebmud.zoom.us/j/94821849801?pwd=QTQzQ2FBek9TdXhhMmVoVWxIaEwvZz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 948 2184 9801 Passcode: 698161
Agenda: Integrated Main Wastewater Treatment Plant Master Plan. The Virtual tour was Oct 20, this workshop is the plan to deal with all the challenges shown in the virtual tour. From Oct 20 Q&A Pharmaceuticals dumped into wastewater (flushed down the drain) are not/cannot be removed in processing. (presentation packet 129 pages)
Berkeley City Councilhttps://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Closed Session 3:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89262559332
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 892 6255 9332
Agenda: Pending Litigation: a. 1444 Fifth LLC v. City of Berkeley, b. Sandoval v. City of Berkeley, c. Schulz, Christopher v. City of Berkeley WCAB (Worker’s Comp) d. Jackson, Willie v. City of Berkeley WCAB
Regular Meeting 6 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87207824735
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 872 0782 4735
Agenda CONSENT:1. 2ndreading amending BMC 2.MOU for Winter Relief Program for Homeless $25,000 from Alameda County, 3. MOU with Fire Fighters Association Local 1227 – 1 yr extension with no changes in compensation, 4. 25 year Lease for 5385 Cazadero Hwy, Cazadero – Performing Arts Camp with 10 yr renew option, 5. Referral Response from City Manager to Include Climate Impacts in City Council Reports, 6. Acceptance of $20,000 grant for utility bill management software analysis, 7. Resumption of Fees at Oregon Park Senior Apartments, 8. Purchase Order $150,000 for (1) 310SL Backhoe Loader, 9. Purchase Order $200,000 for (1) aerial bucket truck, 10. Councilmembers relinquishment of up to $500 to Berkeley Holiday Fund, 11. 4-stops signs at Eighth at Carleton and Pardee, 12. Authorize Installation of Security Cameras at Major Berkeley Arterial Streets Serving as Entry and Exit Points and Request an Environmental Safety Assessment in High Crime Areas, 13. Budget Referral to Reinstate Partial Funding for Gun Buyback Program, 14. Laundry and shower program (already in operation), 15. Refer to CM Resilient Homes Equity Program to provide retrofit improvements to low-income residents, 16. Budget Referral - $20,000 radar speed feedback sign for Wildcat Canyon Road, 17. Consider Fire Safety Options for Fire Pit at Codornices Park, ACTION: 18. Presentation: Report on Homeless Outreach during COVID-19 Pandemic, 19. Resolution accepting Surveillance Technology Report for Automatic License Plate Readers, GPS Trackers, Body-Worn Cameras and Street-Level Imagery Project, 20. Annual Commission Attendance and Meeting Frequency Report, 21. Support Community Refrigerators, 22. Vote of No Confidence in the Police Chief.
Wednesday, November 11, 2020
Veterans Day – City Holiday – Metered Parking not enforced
Parks and Waterfront Commission,7 – 9 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Parks_and_Waterfront_Commission.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/98829495586
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 988 2949 5586
Agenda: 5. Public Comment, 8. T1 Project Phase 1 Updates, 9. T1 Phase 2 project list to send to council
Truth to Power: Barbara Lee Speaks for Me, Nov 11, film watch or stream (48 hours to view) https://tickets.ifccenter.com/websales/pages/TicketSearchCriteria.aspx?evtinfo=269262~bd725d56-8b11-414c-8cda-9ccb2ad3128d&=&emci=97d809b2-7515-eb11-96f5-00155d03bda0&emdi=eed96641-8e15-eb11-96f5-00155d03bda0&ceid=5679656
Thursday, November 12, 2020
City Council Budget & Finance Committee, 10 am
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Budget___Finance.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88377352400
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 883 7735 2400
Agenda: 2. Dept Budget Presentations: a. Timeline, b. Police Dept overtime expense $7,618,930 OT budget $2,364,641, c. Marina Fund, d. T1, e. Encampment Management, f. Public Works – parking funds (parking fund cannot meet debt service – Center Street Garage), g. Public Works – Building Purchases & Maintenance, 3. a. FY 2020 Year-End Excess Equity, b. FY 2021 Amendment to Annual Appropriations, c. General Fund Revenues Updates, 4. General Fund Revenues Replenishment, 5. Assignment of unassigned General Fund Balance to Reserves,UNSCHEDULED Items: 6. Tax Equity, 7. Step Up Housing Measure P funds 1367 University Transition Housing SRO with services, 8. Housing Trust Fund, 9. Juneteenth as City Holiday, 10. Cash v Accrual Accounting, 11. Review of Fiscal Policies.
Citizens for Cultural Civic Center, 12 – 1 pm
This is an open citizen’s group email [email protected]to join/participate
Homeless Commission,7 – 9 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Homeless_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/97332805764?pwd=dnovQWhiSThxeHlwdlhoUWptSnFvZz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 973 3280 5764 Passcode: 456485
Agenda:2. Public Comment, 6. Creation and adoption of FY 2021 Work Plan
Housing Advisory Commission, 7 – 9 pm
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Housing_Advisory_Commission/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/92896210058
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 928 9621 0058
Agenda: 4. Public Comment, Discussion/Possible Action: 6. Revision of Housing Trust Fund (HTF) Guidelines, 7. Commission Work Plan FY 2021 (agenda packet 100 pages)
Public Works Commission – Special meeting
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Public_Works_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Agenda and links not posted check after Monday
Zoning Adjustment Board, 7 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/97919905914
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 979 1990 5914
Agenda: staff recommend approval of all projects
3. 1200-1214 San Pablo – demolish 3 existing commercial buildings and construct a 6-story, mixed use building with 104 units (including 9 very low income units), a 3119 sq ft restaurant, 4343 sq ft of usable open space, 55 ground level parking spaces,
4. 170 Hillcrest Road – construct 1531 sq ft 2-story addition to 1736 sq ft single family dwelling in R-1H- Hillside Overlay District
5. 2607 Ellsworth – establish new rooftop Wireless (GTE Mobilnet of CA, dba Verizon Wirelesss) on 5-story 46-ft tall, multi-family residential building, includes 12 new roof-mounted antennas and related equipment with up to 8 ft tall screen walls
6. 800 Dwight Way – Bayer Health Care LLC - EIR Scoping - A SEIR is being prepared, the public scoping period ends December 3, 2020.
Friday, November 13, Saturday, November 14, and Sunday, November 15,
No City meetings or events found
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City Council Regular Meeting November 17, 6 pm,available for comment
Email: [email protected]
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87898323220
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 878 9832 3220
Agenda CONSENT: 71. Ratify Proclamation of Local Emergency due to COVID-19, 3. Bid solicitations, 4. Apply for funding $100,000 from CA Dept Health Care Services, 5. Contract add $50,000 total $100,000 and extend to 6/30/2021 with Telfords for Tyler Munis ERP System (formerly ERMA) for implementation payroll system, 6. Refer to Planning to rezone parcels to be reclassified to new Adeline Corridor Mixed-Use General Plan rezoned to new Commercial, 1709 Alcatraz, 3404 King, 3244 Ellis, 1717 Alcatraz, 2024 Ashby, 7. Contract add $100,000 total $350,000 and extend to 12/31/2022 with Karste Consulting for Emergency Preparedness Services and Training, 8. On-Call Contract add $100,000 total $250,000 extend 6/30/22 with Acumen Industrial Hygiene for asbestos, lead, mold and other hazardous material sampling investigations, surveys and program management, 9. Contract add $123,534 total $273,534 and extend 6/30/2021 with Don’s Tire Service for Tire Repair city fleets, 10. Contract add $317,563 total $1,192,563 and extend 6/30/2021 with Bruce’s Tire, Inc for new tires city fleets, 11. Library Gifts Received report $129,079 (sale of donated books, Friends of Library and Library Foundation), 12. Budget Referral $20,000 for Berkeley Age-Friendly Continuum, 13. Refer to City Manager Improving Hate Crimes Reporting, 14. Refer to City Manager to incorporate relevant elements of Navigable Cities Framework for Ensuring Access and Freedom of Movement for People with Disabilities into Master Plan, Refer to Public Works and Parks and Waterfront Commission on ways to incorporate Navigable Cities Framework into the work, projects, contracts and policies of Public Works and Parks Recreation & Waterfront Departments, ACTION:15. Renew Elmwood BID for 2021, 16, Renew Solano BID for 2021, 17. Closure of the crossing at Camelia/Union Pacific to all traffic,18. Update General Plan under CEQA to CA SB 743 Transportation Impact analysis replaces Level of Service (LOS) with Vehicle Miles Traveled (VMT), 19. FY 2021 Annual Appropriations, 20. Amend BMC 13.110, Title 13, COVID-19 Emergency Response Ordinance to enhance emergency tenant protections, 21. Contract $50,000 (10/15/2020- 6/15/2021) with Youth Listen Campaign with Voices Against Violence, Information Reports: 20. FY 2020 Year End/FY 2021 1stQuarter,
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
0 (2435) San Pablo (group living) ZAB - 1/21/2021
1915 Berryman (Payson House) LPC – 1/21/2021
1850 Arch (add bedrooms) ZAB – 1/26/2021
1862 Arch (add bedrooms) ZAB – 1/26/2021
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with End of Appeal Period
2430 Bonar 11/23/2020
1335 Delaware 11/23/2020
1333 Grant 11/24/2020
901 Grayson 11/17/2020
2210 Harold Way 11/19/2020
1009 Heinz 11/9/2020
1511 MLK Jr. 11/10/2020
1205 Oxford 11/23/2020
2435-2437 11/19/2020
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSESSIONS
Jan 12 –Update Zero Waste Priorities, Undergrounding Task Force Update
Feb 16 -BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry
March 16 –date open for scheduling
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Update Berkeley’s 2020 Vision
Cannabis Health Considerations
Berkeley Police Department Hiring Practices (referred by Public Safety Committee)
Systems Realignment
Digital Strategic Plan/FUND$ Replacement Website Update,
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Worth Noting:
The PANDEMIC – It is barely noon and already the daily count for the US is up to 77, 723 of new cases and 636 deaths. https://www.worldometers.info/coronavirus/country/us/
These numbers are higher than our daily totals just a few weeks ago and we still have until gmt 0+ to go (cutoff 4 pm PT with loading of data finishing around 5 pm-6 pm). If you need a pep-talk to stick with public health protocols, deal with family, friends and the holidays listen to Michael Osterholm podcast episode 30.https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-osterholm-update-covid-19/id1504360345?i=1000497453212
What Did and Didn’t Happen in City Meetings November 2 – November 5, 2020
It was a quiet week for city meetings in anticipation of all of us being tethered to the elections. The draft of the Police Acquisition and Use of Controlled Equipment policy is off to the City Attorney for review. A referral to the City Manager to develop an Outdoor Dining Program is out of committee and traveling to appear on the Council agenda. Councilmember Droste’s measure for Commission Reorganization for Post-Covid-19 Budget Recovery will be taken up at the next Council Agenda Committee (November 16). The T1 Phase 2 project list is moving on to finalization. The Citizens for Cultural Civic Center spoke with Marc Steyer of Tipping Engineering for a better understanding of seismic retrofitting and the group generally agreed that the Seismic Performance Level that should be under discussion and review is Damage Control, an option that was not included in the 903 pages of Gehl documents. And, Steve Finacom will be bringing to the Landmarks Preservation Commission a landmarking application for the apartment where Kamala Harris our first woman Vice-President grew up right here in Berkeley.
What’s Ahead – Moving Back to Normal
It is a busy week ahead and if there aren’t enough Berkeley City meetings a few extras have been added.
Monday – Racism has played a big part in this election. At 10 am the Council Health Life Enrichment, Equity & Community Committee will take up Racism as a Public Health Crisis,
Tuesday – At 9 am EBMUD will be presenting the Long-Term Infrastructure Workshop. Interestingly if Oct 20 virtual tour is any example, it is easier to ask questions and participate at EMUD workshops than City meetings.Tuesday evening at 6 pm is City Council
Wednesday Veterans Day Holiday– Parks and Waterfront Commission is meeting at 7 pm on T1, The Barbara Lee film is also Wednesday evening with a 48-hour viewing available.
Thursday – The City Council Budget committee meets at 10 am, the Citizens for Cultural Civic Center meets at noon (email [email protected]to be added to the list for zoom links) and the Homeless Commission, Housing Advisory Commission, Public Works Commission and the Zoning Adjustment Board all meet at 7 pm.
The City Council November 17 agenda is available for comment and follows the list of meetings.
Sunday, November 8 2020
No City meetings or events found
Monday, November 9, 2020
City Council Health, Life Enrichment, Equity & Community Committee, 10 am
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Health,_Life_Enrichment,_Equity___Community.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85656641165
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 856 5664 1165
Agenda:2. Listening Session on Homelessness (15 minutes), 3. Declare Racism as a Public Health Crisis, A Threat and Safety Issue in the City of Berkeley, 4.a&b. A people’s First Sanctuary Encampment, UNSCHEDULED ITEMS: 5. Service Animals Welcome training, 6. Support Vision 2025 for Sustainable Food Policies,
Sugar-Sweetened Beverage Product Panel of Experts – Prevention, Strategies & Outcomes Subcommittee Meeting, 4 – 6 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Sugar-Sweetened_Beverage_Product_Panel_of_Experts.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81086710470?pwd=QTdkSE5QeGsxYlZnbXowZWZ2SUVDdz09
Teleconference: not given – secretary [email protected]or office 510-981-5300 if no luck contacting secretary try 1-669-900-9128 or 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 810 8671 0470 Passcode: 176840
Agenda: Discussion revised RFP for FY 2022 and FY 2023 and revised application review scoring sheet.
Youth Commission, 5 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Youth_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/93524535415?pwd=aktYYjg4V2k3bDg5WHNGZWRUejV0Zz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 935 2453 5415 Passcode: 359545
Agenda: 6. Public Comment, 8. Youth Commission Annual Work Plan, 9. Presentation T1, 10. Prop 68 Competitive Grant for Grove Park Play Structure Renovation, 11. 2021 meeting schedule, 12. Approval of work plan
Mayor Arreguin’s Virtual Town Hall, 6 pm
Submit questions by 3 pm to https://www.jessearreguin.comand watch town hall live or recording at the same link
Tuesday, November 10, 2020
EBMUD Long-Term Infrastructure Workshop, 9 am
https://www.ebmud.com/about-us/board-directors/board-meetings/
Videoconference: https://ebmud.zoom.us/j/94821849801?pwd=QTQzQ2FBek9TdXhhMmVoVWxIaEwvZz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 948 2184 9801 Passcode: 698161
Agenda: Integrated Main Wastewater Treatment Plant Master Plan. The Virtual tour was Oct 20, this workshop is the plan to deal with all the challenges shown in the virtual tour. From Oct 20 Q&A Pharmaceuticals dumped into wastewater (flushed down the drain) are not/cannot be removed in processing. (presentation packet 129 pages)
Berkeley City Councilhttps://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Closed Session 3:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89262559332
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 892 6255 9332
Agenda: Pending Litigation: a. 1444 Fifth LLC v. City of Berkeley, b. Sandoval v. City of Berkeley, c. Schulz, Christopher v. City of Berkeley WCAB (Worker’s Comp) d. Jackson, Willie v. City of Berkeley WCAB
Regular Meeting 6 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87207824735
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 872 0782 4735
Agenda CONSENT:1. 2ndreading amending BMC 2.MOU for Winter Relief Program for Homeless $25,000 from Alameda County, 3. MOU with Fire Fighters Association Local 1227 – 1 yr extension with no changes in compensation, 4. 25 year Lease for 5385 Cazadero Hwy, Cazadero – Performing Arts Camp with 10 yr renew option, 5. Referral Response from City Manager to Include Climate Impacts in City Council Reports, 6. Acceptance of $20,000 grant for utility bill management software analysis, 7. Resumption of Fees at Oregon Park Senior Apartments, 8. Purchase Order $150,000 for (1) 310SL Backhoe Loader, 9. Purchase Order $200,000 for (1) aerial bucket truck, 10. Councilmembers relinquishment of up to $500 to Berkeley Holiday Fund, 11. 4-stops signs at Eighth at Carleton and Pardee, 12. Authorize Installation of Security Cameras at Major Berkeley Arterial Streets Serving as Entry and Exit Points and Request an Environmental Safety Assessment in High Crime Areas, 13. Budget Referral to Reinstate Partial Funding for Gun Buyback Program, 14. Laundry and shower program (already in operation), 15. Refer to CM Resilient Homes Equity Program to provide retrofit improvements to low-income residents, 16. Budget Referral - $20,000 radar speed feedback sign for Wildcat Canyon Road, 17. Consider Fire Safety Options for Fire Pit at Codornices Park, ACTION: 18. Presentation: Report on Homeless Outreach during COVID-19 Pandemic, 19. Resolution accepting Surveillance Technology Report for Automatic License Plate Readers, GPS Trackers, Body-Worn Cameras and Street-Level Imagery Project, 20. Annual Commission Attendance and Meeting Frequency Report, 21. Support Community Refrigerators, 22. Vote of No Confidence in the Police Chief.
Wednesday, November 11, 2020
Veterans Day – City Holiday – Metered Parking not enforced
Parks and Waterfront Commission,7 – 9 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Parks_and_Waterfront_Commission.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/98829495586
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 988 2949 5586
Agenda: 5. Public Comment, 8. T1 Project Phase 1 Updates, 9. T1 Phase 2 project list to send to council
Truth to Power: Barbara Lee Speaks for Me, Nov 11, film watch or stream (48 hours to view) https://tickets.ifccenter.com/websales/pages/TicketSearchCriteria.aspx?evtinfo=269262~bd725d56-8b11-414c-8cda-9ccb2ad3128d&=&emci=97d809b2-7515-eb11-96f5-00155d03bda0&emdi=eed96641-8e15-eb11-96f5-00155d03bda0&ceid=5679656
Thursday, November 12, 2020
City Council Budget & Finance Committee, 10 am
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Budget___Finance.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88377352400
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 883 7735 2400
Agenda: 2. Dept Budget Presentations: a. Timeline, b. Police Dept overtime expense $7,618,930 OT budget $2,364,641, c. Marina Fund, d. T1, e. Encampment Management, f. Public Works – parking funds (parking fund cannot meet debt service – Center Street Garage), g. Public Works – Building Purchases & Maintenance, 3. a. FY 2020 Year-End Excess Equity, b. FY 2021 Amendment to Annual Appropriations, c. General Fund Revenues Updates, 4. General Fund Revenues Replenishment, 5. Assignment of unassigned General Fund Balance to Reserves,UNSCHEDULED Items: 6. Tax Equity, 7. Step Up Housing Measure P funds 1367 University Transition Housing SRO with services, 8. Housing Trust Fund, 9. Juneteenth as City Holiday, 10. Cash v Accrual Accounting, 11. Review of Fiscal Policies.
Citizens for Cultural Civic Center, 12 – 1 pm
This is an open citizen’s group email [email protected]to join/participate
Homeless Commission,7 – 9 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Homeless_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/97332805764?pwd=dnovQWhiSThxeHlwdlhoUWptSnFvZz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 973 3280 5764 Passcode: 456485
Agenda:2. Public Comment, 6. Creation and adoption of FY 2021 Work Plan
Housing Advisory Commission, 7 – 9 pm
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Housing_Advisory_Commission/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/92896210058
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 928 9621 0058
Agenda: 4. Public Comment, Discussion/Possible Action: 6. Revision of Housing Trust Fund (HTF) Guidelines, 7. Commission Work Plan FY 2021 (agenda packet 100 pages)
Public Works Commission – Special meeting
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Public_Works_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Agenda and links not posted check after Monday
Zoning Adjustment Board, 7 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/97919905914
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 979 1990 5914
Agenda: staff recommend approval of all projects
3. 1200-1214 San Pablo – demolish 3 existing commercial buildings and construct a 6-story, mixed use building with 104 units (including 9 very low income units), a 3119 sq ft restaurant, 4343 sq ft of usable open space, 55 ground level parking spaces,
4. 170 Hillcrest Road – construct 1531 sq ft 2-story addition to 1736 sq ft single family dwelling in R-1H- Hillside Overlay District
5. 2607 Ellsworth – establish new rooftop Wireless (GTE Mobilnet of CA, dba Verizon Wirelesss) on 5-story 46-ft tall, multi-family residential building, includes 12 new roof-mounted antennas and related equipment with up to 8 ft tall screen walls
6. 800 Dwight Way – Bayer Health Care LLC - EIR Scoping - A SEIR is being prepared, the public scoping period ends December 3, 2020.
Friday, November 13, Saturday, November 14, and Sunday, November 15,
No City meetings or events found
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City Council Regular Meeting November 17, 6 pm,available for comment
Email: [email protected]
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87898323220
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 878 9832 3220
Agenda CONSENT: 71. Ratify Proclamation of Local Emergency due to COVID-19, 3. Bid solicitations, 4. Apply for funding $100,000 from CA Dept Health Care Services, 5. Contract add $50,000 total $100,000 and extend to 6/30/2021 with Telfords for Tyler Munis ERP System (formerly ERMA) for implementation payroll system, 6. Refer to Planning to rezone parcels to be reclassified to new Adeline Corridor Mixed-Use General Plan rezoned to new Commercial, 1709 Alcatraz, 3404 King, 3244 Ellis, 1717 Alcatraz, 2024 Ashby, 7. Contract add $100,000 total $350,000 and extend to 12/31/2022 with Karste Consulting for Emergency Preparedness Services and Training, 8. On-Call Contract add $100,000 total $250,000 extend 6/30/22 with Acumen Industrial Hygiene for asbestos, lead, mold and other hazardous material sampling investigations, surveys and program management, 9. Contract add $123,534 total $273,534 and extend 6/30/2021 with Don’s Tire Service for Tire Repair city fleets, 10. Contract add $317,563 total $1,192,563 and extend 6/30/2021 with Bruce’s Tire, Inc for new tires city fleets, 11. Library Gifts Received report $129,079 (sale of donated books, Friends of Library and Library Foundation), 12. Budget Referral $20,000 for Berkeley Age-Friendly Continuum, 13. Refer to City Manager Improving Hate Crimes Reporting, 14. Refer to City Manager to incorporate relevant elements of Navigable Cities Framework for Ensuring Access and Freedom of Movement for People with Disabilities into Master Plan, Refer to Public Works and Parks and Waterfront Commission on ways to incorporate Navigable Cities Framework into the work, projects, contracts and policies of Public Works and Parks Recreation & Waterfront Departments, ACTION:15. Renew Elmwood BID for 2021, 16, Renew Solano BID for 2021, 17. Closure of the crossing at Camelia/Union Pacific to all traffic,18. Update General Plan under CEQA to CA SB 743 Transportation Impact analysis replaces Level of Service (LOS) with Vehicle Miles Traveled (VMT), 19. FY 2021 Annual Appropriations, 20. Amend BMC 13.110, Title 13, COVID-19 Emergency Response Ordinance to enhance emergency tenant protections, 21. Contract $50,000 (10/15/2020- 6/15/2021) with Youth Listen Campaign with Voices Against Violence, Information Reports: 20. FY 2020 Year End/FY 2021 1stQuarter,
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
0 (2435) San Pablo (group living) ZAB - 1/21/2021
1915 Berryman (Payson House) LPC – 1/21/2021
1850 Arch (add bedrooms) ZAB – 1/26/2021
1862 Arch (add bedrooms) ZAB – 1/26/2021
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with End of Appeal Period
2430 Bonar 11/23/2020
1335 Delaware 11/23/2020
1333 Grant 11/24/2020
901 Grayson 11/17/2020
2210 Harold Way 11/19/2020
1009 Heinz 11/9/2020
1511 MLK Jr. 11/10/2020
1205 Oxford 11/23/2020
2435-2437 11/19/2020
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSESSIONS
Jan 12 –Update Zero Waste Priorities, Undergrounding Task Force Update
Feb 16 -BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry
March 16 –date open for scheduling
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Update Berkeley’s 2020 Vision
Cannabis Health Considerations
Berkeley Police Department Hiring Practices (referred by Public Safety Committee)
Systems Realignment
Digital Strategic Plan/FUND$ Replacement Website Update,
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November 1 - November 8, 2020
Worth Noting:
What did and didn’t happen in City meetings October 25 – October 29, 2020:
The Agenda Committee learned that items not addressed in Council meetings do have to be rescheduled within 60 days. That means the Vote of No Confidence in the Police Chief will be back on November 10th. At the Police Review Commission, the Police Chief threatened that holding outside agencies to Berkeley restrictions in policing policies, use of controlled equipment, would mean that outside agencies would never come to the assistance of the Berkeley Police and the Police Chief opined it was not possible to supervise outside agencies as mandated by the Council in 1992. The chair of the Disaster and Fire Safety Commission insisted the meeting must end (and it did) at 9 pm with discussion cut short. Didn’t we just spend days in red flag alerts and aren’t we still in the peak of fire season? T1 Spending: Even people who are warm to the new pier and ferry for Berkeley say the plan puts it in the wrong place. We had to wait until Thursday to learn that seven (7) City employees who work in buildings with poor ventilation contracted COVID-19. The pickleball players begging for more courts are better organized than the neighbors who must live with the noise for up to 12 hours/day of balls being swatted across nets with paddles. The Community group on the Civic Center convened by John Caner (email [email protected]to join) opposes new council chambers in the park. We need The Rights of Nature Measure. The birds are still waiting for bird safe glass. And, our Councilmembers need to take a hard look at who is appointed to Commissions representing their Districts.
What is ahead – a light week in meetings that still fill Monday, Wednesday and Thursday:
Monday– City Council Policy Committee meetings at 10:30 am Public Safety, 1 pm Facilities Infrastructure, 2:30 pm Agenda and rules.
Wednesday– T1 meetings at 3:30 pm and 6:30 pm with handouts not available until after 6 pm Monday,
Thursday– The Landmarks Preservation Commission 7 pm meeting agenda is so long with 15 items listed that either discussion will suffer or without continuing many items the meeting could run past midnight.
To be added to the Fair and Impartial [Policing] Working Group email list send your request to [email protected]
Sunday, November 1 2020
Daylight Savings Time Ends
Monday, November 2, 2020
City Council Public Safety Committee, 10:30 am,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Public_Safety.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84532435256
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 845 3243 5256
Agenda: 1. Adopt Ordinance add chapter BMC 2.64.170 Regulating Police Acquisition and Use of Controlled Equipment, 3. Introduce Ordinance permanently banning the use of less lethal weaponry, chemical irritants, smoke projectiles, acoustic weapons, directed energy weapons, water cannons, disorientation devices and ultrasonic cannons used by police on civilians, 4. Safety for All: The George Floyd Community Safety Act- Development of a Progressive Police Force, 5. Improving Hate Crime Reporting, and Response, 6. Providing Unhoused Community with Fire Extinguishers.
City Council Facilities, Infrastructure, Transportation, Environment & Sustainability Committee– Special Meeting, 1pm,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Facilities,_Infrastructure,_Transportation,_Environment,___Sustainability.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87187693289
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 871 8769 3289
Agenda: 2. Path to Permanence for Outdoor Dining and Commerce Permits Granted Under COVID-19, Unscheduled:10 items listed as unscheduled including regulating plastic bags, 4 items on limiting combustion vehicles, street paving, reducing tax for qualifying electrification, just transition to regenerative economy to address climate change, street cleanup and recognizing rights of nature.
Agenda and Rules Committee, 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87898323220
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 878 9832 3220
Agenda Planning for November 17, 6 pm Regular City Council meeting: (Only KEY ITEMS Listed)CONSENT:7. Refer to Planning to rezone parcels to be reclassified to new Adeline Corridor Mixed-Use General Plan rezoned to new Commercial, 1709 Alcatraz, 3404 King, 3244 Ellis, 1717 Alcatraz, 2024 Ashby, ACTION:15. Closure of the crossing at Camelia/Union Pacific to all traffic,16. Update General Plan under CEQA to CA SB 743 Transportation Impact analysis replaces Level of Service (LOS) with Vehicle Miles Traveled (VMT), 17. Amend BMC Title 14 and Title 23 Reform Residential Off-Street Parking, 1. Modify Minimum Residential Off-Street Parking Requirements, 2. Impose Residential Parking Maximums, 3. Amend Residential Preferential Parking (RPP) Permit Program, 4. Institute Transportation Demand Management (TDM) Requirements, 18. Contract $50,000 (10/15/2020- 6/15/2021) with Youth Listen Campaign with Voices Against Violence, 19. Refer to City Manager to incorporate relevant elements of Navigable Cities Framework for Ensuring Access and Freedom of Movement for People with Disabilities into Master Plan, Refer to Public Works and Parks and Waterfront Commission on ways to incorporate Navigable Cities Framework into the work, projects, contracts and policies of Public Works and Parks Recreation & Waterfront Departments,Information Reports:20. FY 2020 Year End/FY 2021 1stQuarter, Referred Items for Review: 8. Discussion Regarding Impact of COVID-19 on Meetings of Legislative Bodies, Unscheduled Items:9. Commission Reorganization (Due 11/30/2020), 12. Implement protocols for City Council meetings on Zoom, (packet 158 pages)
Berkeley City Council Closed Session, 4 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83603197143
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 836 0319 7143
Agenda: Conference with Real Property Negotiators 1761 University owner Rajputana Hospitality Investments, LLC
Tuesday, November 3, 2020
Election Day - Berkeley City reduced service day
Wednesday, November 4, 2020
Parks and Waterfront Commission special meeting on T1 Phase 2, 3:30 pm – 5:30 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Parks_and_Waterfront_Commission.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/98115617123
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 981 1561 7123
Agenda: 3. Public Comment on agenda items only, 4. Discussion and potential action: T1 Phase 2 of potential projects
Parks and Waterfront Commission concurrent special meeting with Public Works on T1 Phase 2, 6:30 – 9:30 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Parks_and_Waterfront_Commission.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/95118954827
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 951 1895 4827
Agenda: 2. Comments from the Public on agenda items only (30 seconds each speaker), 3. Discussion a. goals of concurrent meeting process to make recommendations of T1 Phase 2 Project List projects and phasing to Council, b. Phase 2 Public Process Review – Handouts to be available after 6 pm Monday November 2 on T1 website https://www.cityofberkeley.info/MeasureT1Updates.aspx
Handouts: Neighborhood group meeting notes, participating commission meeting notes, T1 P2 Large area meeting notes, T1 emails, City staff $53 million project list with phasing recommendations, 4. Next meetings, Nov 11, 12, 19
Thursday, November 5, 2020
Civic Center Cultural Community Group, 11:30 am – 1 pm, email the convener [email protected]to be added to the list.
Landmarks Preservation Commission,7 – 11:30 pm
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/landmarkspreservationcommission/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/91680075456
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 916 8007 5456
5.Measure T1 Infrastructure Program Phase 2 Information Report
6.1 Orchard Lane – Steilberg House – Landmark or Structure of Merit
7.1 Orchard Lane –Mills Act Contract application
8.2740 Telegraph – Rose Garden Inn – Structural Alteration Permit,
9.3031 Telegraph –Demolition Referral
10.2317 Channing –Demolition Referral
11.2601 Derby – The McGrew House – Landmarks or Structure of Merit
12.UC Long Range Development Plan Presentation
13.Berkeley Architectural Heritage Association (BAHA) letter re: UC LRDP
14.Berkeley’s Civic Center Vision and Implementation Plan
15. AD HOC Subcommittees and Liaison Comments
Friday, November 6, Saturday, November 7, and Sunday, November 8, 2020
No City meetings or events found
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November 10 Regular City Council meeting is available for comment,
email[email protected]
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87207824735
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 872 0782 4735
CONSENT:1. 2ndreading amending BMC 2.MOU for Winter Relief Program for Homeless $25,000 from Alameda County, 3. MOU with Fire Fighters Association Local 1227 – 1 yr extension with no changes in compensation, 4. 25 year Lease for 5385 Cazadero Hwy, Cazadero – Performing Arts Camp with 10 yr renew option, 5. Referral Response from City Manager to Include Climate Impacts in City Council Reports, 6. Acceptance of $20,000 grant for utility bill management software analysis, 7. Resumption of Fees at Oregon Park Senior Apartments, 8. Purchase Order $150,000 for (1) 310SL Backhoe Loader, 9. Purchase Order $200,000 for (1) aerial bucket truck, 10. Councilmembers relinquishment of up to $500 to Berkeley Holiday Fund, 11. 4-stops signs at Eighth at Carleton and Pardee, 12. Authorize Installation of Security Cameras at Major Berkeley Arterial Streets Serving as Entry and Exit Points and Request an Environmental Safety Assessment in High Crime Areas, 13. Budget Referral to Reinstate Partial Funding for Gun Buyback Program, 14. Laundry and shower program (already in operation), 15. Refer to CM Resilient Homes Equity Program to provide retrofit improvements to low-income residents, 16. Budget Referral - $20,000 radar speed feedback sign for Wildcat Canyon Road, 17. Consider Fire Safety Options for Fire Pit at Codornices Park, ACTION:18. Presentation: Report on Homeless Outreach during COVID-19 Pandemic, 19. Resolution accepting Surveillance Technology Report for Automatic License Plate Readers, GPS Trackers, Body-Worn Cameras and Street-Level Imagery Project, 20. Annual Commission Attendance and Meeting Frequency Report, 21. Support Community Refrigerators, 22. Vote of No Confidence in the Police Chief.
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
0 (2435) San Pablo (group living) – 1/19/2021
1915 Berryman (Payson House) – 1/19/2021
1850 Arch TBD – 1/26/2021
1862 Arch TBD – 1/26/2021
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits With End of Appeal Period
1031 Cedar 11/04/2020
901 Grayson 11/17/2020
1009 Heinz 11/9/2020
2724 Mabel 11/3/2020
1511 MLK Jr. 11/10/2020
2795 San Pablo 11/3/2020
1790 Shattuck 11/4/2020
1240 Sixth 11/3/2020
89 Southampton 11/04/2020
1510 Walnut 11/3/2020
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSESSIONS
Jan 12 –Update Zero Waste Priorities, Undergrounding Task Force Update
Feb 16 -BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry
March 16 –date open for scheduling
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Update Berkeley’s 2020 Vision
Cannabis Health Considerations
Berkeley Police Department Hiring Practices (referred by Public Safety Committee)
Systems Realignment
Digital Strategic Plan/FUND$ Replacement Website Update,
This Summary of City of Berkeley meetings is the available published public meetings that could be found on Friday of the preceding week and they are important. This does not include the task forces established by the Mayor (those schedules are not available).If anyone would like to share meeting schedules including community meetings to be included in the weekly summary so we can be better-informed citizenry, please forward the notices to [email protected]before Friday noon of the preceding week.
Possible Interest Film Event:
Truth to Power: Barbara Lee Speaks for Me, Nov 11, film watch or stream (48 hours to view) https://tickets.ifccenter.com/websales/pages/TicketSearchCriteria.aspx?evtinfo=269262~bd725d56-8b11-414c-8cda-9ccb2ad3128d&=&emci=97d809b2-7515-eb11-96f5-00155d03bda0&emdi=eed96641-8e15-eb11-96f5-00155d03bda0&ceid=5679656
Worth Noting:
What did and didn’t happen in City meetings October 25 – October 29, 2020:
The Agenda Committee learned that items not addressed in Council meetings do have to be rescheduled within 60 days. That means the Vote of No Confidence in the Police Chief will be back on November 10th. At the Police Review Commission, the Police Chief threatened that holding outside agencies to Berkeley restrictions in policing policies, use of controlled equipment, would mean that outside agencies would never come to the assistance of the Berkeley Police and the Police Chief opined it was not possible to supervise outside agencies as mandated by the Council in 1992. The chair of the Disaster and Fire Safety Commission insisted the meeting must end (and it did) at 9 pm with discussion cut short. Didn’t we just spend days in red flag alerts and aren’t we still in the peak of fire season? T1 Spending: Even people who are warm to the new pier and ferry for Berkeley say the plan puts it in the wrong place. We had to wait until Thursday to learn that seven (7) City employees who work in buildings with poor ventilation contracted COVID-19. The pickleball players begging for more courts are better organized than the neighbors who must live with the noise for up to 12 hours/day of balls being swatted across nets with paddles. The Community group on the Civic Center convened by John Caner (email [email protected]to join) opposes new council chambers in the park. We need The Rights of Nature Measure. The birds are still waiting for bird safe glass. And, our Councilmembers need to take a hard look at who is appointed to Commissions representing their Districts.
What is ahead – a light week in meetings that still fill Monday, Wednesday and Thursday:
Monday– City Council Policy Committee meetings at 10:30 am Public Safety, 1 pm Facilities Infrastructure, 2:30 pm Agenda and rules.
Wednesday– T1 meetings at 3:30 pm and 6:30 pm with handouts not available until after 6 pm Monday,
Thursday– The Landmarks Preservation Commission 7 pm meeting agenda is so long with 15 items listed that either discussion will suffer or without continuing many items the meeting could run past midnight.
To be added to the Fair and Impartial [Policing] Working Group email list send your request to [email protected]
Sunday, November 1 2020
Daylight Savings Time Ends
Monday, November 2, 2020
City Council Public Safety Committee, 10:30 am,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Public_Safety.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84532435256
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 845 3243 5256
Agenda: 1. Adopt Ordinance add chapter BMC 2.64.170 Regulating Police Acquisition and Use of Controlled Equipment, 3. Introduce Ordinance permanently banning the use of less lethal weaponry, chemical irritants, smoke projectiles, acoustic weapons, directed energy weapons, water cannons, disorientation devices and ultrasonic cannons used by police on civilians, 4. Safety for All: The George Floyd Community Safety Act- Development of a Progressive Police Force, 5. Improving Hate Crime Reporting, and Response, 6. Providing Unhoused Community with Fire Extinguishers.
City Council Facilities, Infrastructure, Transportation, Environment & Sustainability Committee– Special Meeting, 1pm,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Facilities,_Infrastructure,_Transportation,_Environment,___Sustainability.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87187693289
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 871 8769 3289
Agenda: 2. Path to Permanence for Outdoor Dining and Commerce Permits Granted Under COVID-19, Unscheduled:10 items listed as unscheduled including regulating plastic bags, 4 items on limiting combustion vehicles, street paving, reducing tax for qualifying electrification, just transition to regenerative economy to address climate change, street cleanup and recognizing rights of nature.
Agenda and Rules Committee, 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87898323220
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 878 9832 3220
Agenda Planning for November 17, 6 pm Regular City Council meeting: (Only KEY ITEMS Listed)CONSENT:7. Refer to Planning to rezone parcels to be reclassified to new Adeline Corridor Mixed-Use General Plan rezoned to new Commercial, 1709 Alcatraz, 3404 King, 3244 Ellis, 1717 Alcatraz, 2024 Ashby, ACTION:15. Closure of the crossing at Camelia/Union Pacific to all traffic,16. Update General Plan under CEQA to CA SB 743 Transportation Impact analysis replaces Level of Service (LOS) with Vehicle Miles Traveled (VMT), 17. Amend BMC Title 14 and Title 23 Reform Residential Off-Street Parking, 1. Modify Minimum Residential Off-Street Parking Requirements, 2. Impose Residential Parking Maximums, 3. Amend Residential Preferential Parking (RPP) Permit Program, 4. Institute Transportation Demand Management (TDM) Requirements, 18. Contract $50,000 (10/15/2020- 6/15/2021) with Youth Listen Campaign with Voices Against Violence, 19. Refer to City Manager to incorporate relevant elements of Navigable Cities Framework for Ensuring Access and Freedom of Movement for People with Disabilities into Master Plan, Refer to Public Works and Parks and Waterfront Commission on ways to incorporate Navigable Cities Framework into the work, projects, contracts and policies of Public Works and Parks Recreation & Waterfront Departments,Information Reports:20. FY 2020 Year End/FY 2021 1stQuarter, Referred Items for Review: 8. Discussion Regarding Impact of COVID-19 on Meetings of Legislative Bodies, Unscheduled Items:9. Commission Reorganization (Due 11/30/2020), 12. Implement protocols for City Council meetings on Zoom, (packet 158 pages)
Berkeley City Council Closed Session, 4 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83603197143
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 836 0319 7143
Agenda: Conference with Real Property Negotiators 1761 University owner Rajputana Hospitality Investments, LLC
Tuesday, November 3, 2020
Election Day - Berkeley City reduced service day
Wednesday, November 4, 2020
Parks and Waterfront Commission special meeting on T1 Phase 2, 3:30 pm – 5:30 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Parks_and_Waterfront_Commission.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/98115617123
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 981 1561 7123
Agenda: 3. Public Comment on agenda items only, 4. Discussion and potential action: T1 Phase 2 of potential projects
Parks and Waterfront Commission concurrent special meeting with Public Works on T1 Phase 2, 6:30 – 9:30 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Parks_and_Waterfront_Commission.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/95118954827
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 951 1895 4827
Agenda: 2. Comments from the Public on agenda items only (30 seconds each speaker), 3. Discussion a. goals of concurrent meeting process to make recommendations of T1 Phase 2 Project List projects and phasing to Council, b. Phase 2 Public Process Review – Handouts to be available after 6 pm Monday November 2 on T1 website https://www.cityofberkeley.info/MeasureT1Updates.aspx
Handouts: Neighborhood group meeting notes, participating commission meeting notes, T1 P2 Large area meeting notes, T1 emails, City staff $53 million project list with phasing recommendations, 4. Next meetings, Nov 11, 12, 19
Thursday, November 5, 2020
Civic Center Cultural Community Group, 11:30 am – 1 pm, email the convener [email protected]to be added to the list.
Landmarks Preservation Commission,7 – 11:30 pm
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/landmarkspreservationcommission/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/91680075456
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 916 8007 5456
5.Measure T1 Infrastructure Program Phase 2 Information Report
6.1 Orchard Lane – Steilberg House – Landmark or Structure of Merit
7.1 Orchard Lane –Mills Act Contract application
8.2740 Telegraph – Rose Garden Inn – Structural Alteration Permit,
9.3031 Telegraph –Demolition Referral
10.2317 Channing –Demolition Referral
11.2601 Derby – The McGrew House – Landmarks or Structure of Merit
12.UC Long Range Development Plan Presentation
13.Berkeley Architectural Heritage Association (BAHA) letter re: UC LRDP
14.Berkeley’s Civic Center Vision and Implementation Plan
15. AD HOC Subcommittees and Liaison Comments
Friday, November 6, Saturday, November 7, and Sunday, November 8, 2020
No City meetings or events found
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November 10 Regular City Council meeting is available for comment,
email[email protected]
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87207824735
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 872 0782 4735
CONSENT:1. 2ndreading amending BMC 2.MOU for Winter Relief Program for Homeless $25,000 from Alameda County, 3. MOU with Fire Fighters Association Local 1227 – 1 yr extension with no changes in compensation, 4. 25 year Lease for 5385 Cazadero Hwy, Cazadero – Performing Arts Camp with 10 yr renew option, 5. Referral Response from City Manager to Include Climate Impacts in City Council Reports, 6. Acceptance of $20,000 grant for utility bill management software analysis, 7. Resumption of Fees at Oregon Park Senior Apartments, 8. Purchase Order $150,000 for (1) 310SL Backhoe Loader, 9. Purchase Order $200,000 for (1) aerial bucket truck, 10. Councilmembers relinquishment of up to $500 to Berkeley Holiday Fund, 11. 4-stops signs at Eighth at Carleton and Pardee, 12. Authorize Installation of Security Cameras at Major Berkeley Arterial Streets Serving as Entry and Exit Points and Request an Environmental Safety Assessment in High Crime Areas, 13. Budget Referral to Reinstate Partial Funding for Gun Buyback Program, 14. Laundry and shower program (already in operation), 15. Refer to CM Resilient Homes Equity Program to provide retrofit improvements to low-income residents, 16. Budget Referral - $20,000 radar speed feedback sign for Wildcat Canyon Road, 17. Consider Fire Safety Options for Fire Pit at Codornices Park, ACTION:18. Presentation: Report on Homeless Outreach during COVID-19 Pandemic, 19. Resolution accepting Surveillance Technology Report for Automatic License Plate Readers, GPS Trackers, Body-Worn Cameras and Street-Level Imagery Project, 20. Annual Commission Attendance and Meeting Frequency Report, 21. Support Community Refrigerators, 22. Vote of No Confidence in the Police Chief.
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
0 (2435) San Pablo (group living) – 1/19/2021
1915 Berryman (Payson House) – 1/19/2021
1850 Arch TBD – 1/26/2021
1862 Arch TBD – 1/26/2021
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits With End of Appeal Period
1031 Cedar 11/04/2020
901 Grayson 11/17/2020
1009 Heinz 11/9/2020
2724 Mabel 11/3/2020
1511 MLK Jr. 11/10/2020
2795 San Pablo 11/3/2020
1790 Shattuck 11/4/2020
1240 Sixth 11/3/2020
89 Southampton 11/04/2020
1510 Walnut 11/3/2020
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSESSIONS
Jan 12 –Update Zero Waste Priorities, Undergrounding Task Force Update
Feb 16 -BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry
March 16 –date open for scheduling
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Update Berkeley’s 2020 Vision
Cannabis Health Considerations
Berkeley Police Department Hiring Practices (referred by Public Safety Committee)
Systems Realignment
Digital Strategic Plan/FUND$ Replacement Website Update,
This Summary of City of Berkeley meetings is the available published public meetings that could be found on Friday of the preceding week and they are important. This does not include the task forces established by the Mayor (those schedules are not available).If anyone would like to share meeting schedules including community meetings to be included in the weekly summary so we can be better-informed citizenry, please forward the notices to [email protected]before Friday noon of the preceding week.
Possible Interest Film Event:
Truth to Power: Barbara Lee Speaks for Me, Nov 11, film watch or stream (48 hours to view) https://tickets.ifccenter.com/websales/pages/TicketSearchCriteria.aspx?evtinfo=269262~bd725d56-8b11-414c-8cda-9ccb2ad3128d&=&emci=97d809b2-7515-eb11-96f5-00155d03bda0&emdi=eed96641-8e15-eb11-96f5-00155d03bda0&ceid=5679656
October 25 - November 1, 2020
Worth Noting:
What did and did NOT happen the week in City meetings October 20 – October 23, 2020.After nearly one year of waiting the Disability Commission was able to present to City Council the Framework for Navigable Cities including the difficulty of navigating in a wheelchair on Berkeley’s failing streets and sidewalks. Migrating and local birds are still waiting for Berkeley to catch up with other Bay Area cities to require bird safe glass - the ordinance was passed by City Council November 12, 2019 and is stalled at the Planning Commission. The 11 home owners with improperly assessed property taxes by Berkeley by being overcharged while larger properties are being undercharged are still waiting for just resolve. The youtube video explains the problem. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yh-sEdAn8p4&feature=youtu.be
What is ahead:
Daylight Savings Time ends November 1.
The Ashby and North Berkeley BART Community Advisory Group has “office hours” 5:30 – 6:30 pm Monday and Wednesday.
Tuesday – City Council is at 6 pm nearly everything is on consent. Item 24. is a presentation on the City response to COVID-19.
Wednesday– Police Review Commission 7 pm will finalize the proposed Ordinance on the Use and Acquisition of Controlled Equipment and the Chair will report on the Mayor’s Working Group on Fair and Impartial Policing.
Thursday – Various discussions are percolating in Berkeley in response to the Civic Center Plan with concerns and alternatives that came to light at the Civic Arts Commission subcommittee meeting Friday, October 23.There is a follow-up discussion at 11 am on the Civic Center plan. John Caner [email protected]is the contact. The Civic Center Plan will be on the LPC agenda November 5. The last published T1 Phase 2 is at 6:30 pm with a focus on the waterfront. There is a Bayer sponsored community meeting on plans for expansion at 6 pm. Preregistration is required.
Sunday, October 25, 2020
No City meetings or events found
Monday, October 26, 2020
City Council Health, Life Enrichment, Equity & Community Committee, 10 am
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Health,_Life_Enrichment,_Equity___Community.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86979230307
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 869 7923 0307
Agenda: 2. Listening Session Homeless (15 minutes) 3. Presentation Public Health Implications for unsanitary conditions at Aquatic Park, 4. Report Homeless Outreach during COVID-19 Pandemic, 5. Declare Racism as Public Health Crisis,Unscheduled Items:6. Service Animals Welcome Training, 7. a.&b. Peoples First Sanctuary Encampment
Agenda and Rules Committee,2:30 pm – 3:30 pm,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83948920765
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 839 4892 0765
Agenda Planning for November 10 Regular City Council meeting: CONSENT:1. MOU for Winter Relief Program for Homeless $25,000 from Alameda County, 2. MOU with Fire Fighters Association Local 1227 – 1 yr extension with no changes in compensation, 3. 25 year Lease for 5385 Cazadero Hwy, Cazadero – Performing Arts Camp with 10 yr renew option, 4. Referral Response from City Manager to Include Climate Impacts in City Council Reports, 5. Acceptance of $20,000 grant for utility bill management software analysis, 6. Purchase Order $150,000 for (1) 310SL Backhoe Loader, 7. Purchase Order $200,000 for (1) aerial bucket truck, 8. Councilmembers relinquishment of up to $500 to Berkeley Holiday Fund, 9. Laundry and shower program (already in operation), 10. Refer to CM Resilient Homes Equity Program to provide retrofit improvements to low-income residents, ACTION: 11. Resumption of Fees at Oregon Park Senior Apartments, 12. Resolution accepting Surveillance Technology Report for Automatic License Plate Readers, GPS Trackers, Body-Worn Cameras and Street-Level Imagery Project, 13. 4-stops signs at Eighth at Carleton and Pardee, 14. Implement Protocols for managing City Council Meetings on Zoom, 15. Consider Fire Safety Options for Fire Pit at Codornices Park, Referred Items: 8. COVID-19 on Legislative Bodies,Unscheduled Items: 9. Commission Reorganization for Post COVID Recovery, 10. Officeholder Accounts, 11. Councilmember Office budget relinquishments and grants, Unfinished Business for Scheduling: 1. Kitchen Exhaust Ventilation, 3. No Confidence Vote in the Police Chief. (packet 198 pages)
Ashby and North Berkeley BART Community Advisory Group
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/bartplanning/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/91921854794
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 919 2185 4794
Agenda: Office Hours – Affordable Housing and Building Form
Tuesday, October 27, 2020
Berkeley City Council, email comments to [email protected]
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Closed Session, 3:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81772761502
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 817 7276 1502
Agenda: 1. Conference with Labor Negotiators, Employee Organizations: Berkeley Fire Fighters Association Local 1227, Local 1227 I>A>F>F>, Berkeley Chief Fire Officers Associations, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW), Local 1245, SEIU 1021, Public Employees Union Local 1, 2. Pending Litigation 1444 Fifth Street, LLC v. City of Berkeley, Case #19032434
Regular City Council meeting, 6:00 pm – 11:00 pm,
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86157441939
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 861 5744 1939
CONSENT: 1. 2ndreading 225 University, 2. Minutes, 3. Annual Commission Report, 4. Addendum the Revolving Loan Fund (RLF) with COVID_19 Resiliency Loan Program (CARES Act Recovery), 5. Accept Economic Dashboardupdate report(pre-covid data), 6. $1,067,302 Formal Bid solicitations, 7. Align BMC definition of smoking with State of CA code to include medical cannabis, 8. Contract $175,000 with Allana Buick & Bers, Inc and Wiss, Janney, Elstner for On-call Citywide Roof Assessment Services. 9. Contract $293,000 with DMR Builders for 125/127 University Tenant Improvement Project, 10. Contract add $660,283 total $1,995,540 and extend to 6/30/2024 with SKIDATA, Inc for Parking Access and Revenue Control systems, 11. Contract add $100,000 total $250,000 and extend to 6/30/2022 with Technology, Engineering and Construction, Inc. for Tank Maintenance and Certification Services, 12. Contract add $150,000 total $432,750 and extend to 12/31/2022 with Direct Line Tele Response for Citywide after-hours answering services, 13. Re-establish Game Day parking restrictions Area K, 14. Renewal of Elmwood BID (Business Improvement District) for 2021, 15. Renewal Solano BID for 2021, 16. a.&b. Smoke-Free Multi-Unit Ordinance Policy and Enforcement Modifications, 17. a.&b. Recommendation to Modify Policies Related to the Enforcement of Smoke-free Multi-Unit Housing Ordinance, 18. Allocate $50,000 to UC Theatre Concert Career Pathways Education Program, 19. Letter to CA Horse Racing Board to investigate treatment and welfare of horses at Golden Gate Fields, 20. Refer to Budget process Allocate $500,000 to require biweekly (once every 2 weeks) cleaning of populated encampment sites and City should partner with appropriate non-profit organizations to create work opportunities for homeless residents who can help City staff clean streets on an ongoing basis, 21. Convert 62ndStreet between King and Adeline into one-way toward Adeline, 22. Adopt 2020 Traffic Circle Vegetation Policy and Maintenance Plan, 23. Support for Berkeley Mutual Aid (BMA) services addressing needs of residents during COVID-19 until 3 months after COVID-19 emergency order is lifted $3000/month,ACTION:24. COVID-19 Response Lessons Learned 2020 Summary Report (work performed by City staff in relation to the pandemic), 25. Resolution to Upgrade Municipal Accounts to 100% Renewable (Electricity service with EBCE), 26. Police Review Commission Work Plan.
Wednesday, October 28, 2020
4x4 Joint Task Force Committee on Housing: Rent Board/City Council,3 pm,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/4x4_Committee_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/97613667021?pwd=Y2k4d3liOHNUczNTV2plWmdlYVlmdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 976 1366 7021 Passcode: 608028
Agenda: 3. Non-agenda public comment, 5. Update Relocation Ordinance, 6. Update COVID-19 Emergency Response Ordinance, 7. Habitability Plans modeled after Los Angeles
Ashby and North Berkeley BART Community Advisory Group, 5:30 – 6:30 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/bartplanning/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/99889323260
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 998 8932 3260
Agenda: Office Hours - Public and Civic Space
Disaster and Fire Safety Commission,7 – 9 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Disaster_and_Fire_Safety_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/93433492022
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 934 3349 2022
Agenda: 3. Update Local ADU Urgency Ordinance, 4. Ballot Measure FF, 5. Time Limits on Discussion of Agenda Items, 6. Update Grizzly Peak Corridor Turnouts, 7. Future Item Fire Dept Budget.
Police Review Commission (PRC),7 – 10 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
PRC Closed Session, 6:30, Agenda: Berkeley Police Association v. City of Berkeley, Case No. 2002 057569
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87070468124
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 870 7046 8124
PRC Regular Meeting, 7 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87070468124
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 870 7046 8124
Agenda: 3. Public comment on agenda items, 5. Chair Report on Mayor’s Working Group on Fair & Impartial Policing, 9. a. Policy Complaint #2478 Regarding fees for towing and storage, b. BPD policy on question the supervised release status of detainees, c. Proposed Ordinance on the Use and Acquisition of Controlled Equipment, (finalize)
Thursday, October 29, 2020
Civic Center Plan community discussion email [email protected]for zoom link
Measure T1 Phase 2 – Public Meeting – District Waterfront,6:30 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/MeasureT1/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/97699637212
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 976 9963 7212
Bayer Virtual Community Meeting, 6 – 7:30 pm
You must pre-register to attend https://www.eventbrite.com/e/bayer-virtual-community-meeting-tickets-123847817155
More information is available at www.bayer.com/berkeley
Friday, October 30, 2020 and Saturday, October 31, 2020
No City meetings or events found
Sunday, November 1, 2020
Daylight Savings Time Ends
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
0 (2435) San Pablo (group living) – 1/19/2021
1915 Berryman (Payson House) TBD
1850 Arch TBD
1862 Arch TBD
January 21, 2021 special meeting land use appeals
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits With End of Appeal Period
2221 Carleton 10/30/2020
1031 Cedar 11/04/2020
1009 Heinz 11/9/2020
2724 Mabel 11/3/2020
1511 MLK Jr. 11/10/2020
2795 San Pablo 11/3/2020
89 Southampton 11/04/2020
1920 Vine 10/30/2020
1510 Walnut 10/30/2020
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LPC NOD 2277 Shattuck, 1915 Berryman, 2328 Channing,
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSESSIONS
Jan 12 –Update Zero Waste Priorities, Undergrounding Task Force Update
Feb 16 -BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry
March 16 –date open for scheduling
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Update Berkeley’s 2020 Vision
Cannabis Health Considerations
Berkeley Police Department Hiring Practices (referred by Public Safety Committee)
Systems Realignment
Digital Strategic Plan/FUND$ Replacement Website Update,
Worth Noting:
What did and did NOT happen the week in City meetings October 20 – October 23, 2020.After nearly one year of waiting the Disability Commission was able to present to City Council the Framework for Navigable Cities including the difficulty of navigating in a wheelchair on Berkeley’s failing streets and sidewalks. Migrating and local birds are still waiting for Berkeley to catch up with other Bay Area cities to require bird safe glass - the ordinance was passed by City Council November 12, 2019 and is stalled at the Planning Commission. The 11 home owners with improperly assessed property taxes by Berkeley by being overcharged while larger properties are being undercharged are still waiting for just resolve. The youtube video explains the problem. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yh-sEdAn8p4&feature=youtu.be
What is ahead:
Daylight Savings Time ends November 1.
The Ashby and North Berkeley BART Community Advisory Group has “office hours” 5:30 – 6:30 pm Monday and Wednesday.
Tuesday – City Council is at 6 pm nearly everything is on consent. Item 24. is a presentation on the City response to COVID-19.
Wednesday– Police Review Commission 7 pm will finalize the proposed Ordinance on the Use and Acquisition of Controlled Equipment and the Chair will report on the Mayor’s Working Group on Fair and Impartial Policing.
Thursday – Various discussions are percolating in Berkeley in response to the Civic Center Plan with concerns and alternatives that came to light at the Civic Arts Commission subcommittee meeting Friday, October 23.There is a follow-up discussion at 11 am on the Civic Center plan. John Caner [email protected]is the contact. The Civic Center Plan will be on the LPC agenda November 5. The last published T1 Phase 2 is at 6:30 pm with a focus on the waterfront. There is a Bayer sponsored community meeting on plans for expansion at 6 pm. Preregistration is required.
Sunday, October 25, 2020
No City meetings or events found
Monday, October 26, 2020
City Council Health, Life Enrichment, Equity & Community Committee, 10 am
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Health,_Life_Enrichment,_Equity___Community.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86979230307
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 869 7923 0307
Agenda: 2. Listening Session Homeless (15 minutes) 3. Presentation Public Health Implications for unsanitary conditions at Aquatic Park, 4. Report Homeless Outreach during COVID-19 Pandemic, 5. Declare Racism as Public Health Crisis,Unscheduled Items:6. Service Animals Welcome Training, 7. a.&b. Peoples First Sanctuary Encampment
Agenda and Rules Committee,2:30 pm – 3:30 pm,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83948920765
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 839 4892 0765
Agenda Planning for November 10 Regular City Council meeting: CONSENT:1. MOU for Winter Relief Program for Homeless $25,000 from Alameda County, 2. MOU with Fire Fighters Association Local 1227 – 1 yr extension with no changes in compensation, 3. 25 year Lease for 5385 Cazadero Hwy, Cazadero – Performing Arts Camp with 10 yr renew option, 4. Referral Response from City Manager to Include Climate Impacts in City Council Reports, 5. Acceptance of $20,000 grant for utility bill management software analysis, 6. Purchase Order $150,000 for (1) 310SL Backhoe Loader, 7. Purchase Order $200,000 for (1) aerial bucket truck, 8. Councilmembers relinquishment of up to $500 to Berkeley Holiday Fund, 9. Laundry and shower program (already in operation), 10. Refer to CM Resilient Homes Equity Program to provide retrofit improvements to low-income residents, ACTION: 11. Resumption of Fees at Oregon Park Senior Apartments, 12. Resolution accepting Surveillance Technology Report for Automatic License Plate Readers, GPS Trackers, Body-Worn Cameras and Street-Level Imagery Project, 13. 4-stops signs at Eighth at Carleton and Pardee, 14. Implement Protocols for managing City Council Meetings on Zoom, 15. Consider Fire Safety Options for Fire Pit at Codornices Park, Referred Items: 8. COVID-19 on Legislative Bodies,Unscheduled Items: 9. Commission Reorganization for Post COVID Recovery, 10. Officeholder Accounts, 11. Councilmember Office budget relinquishments and grants, Unfinished Business for Scheduling: 1. Kitchen Exhaust Ventilation, 3. No Confidence Vote in the Police Chief. (packet 198 pages)
Ashby and North Berkeley BART Community Advisory Group
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/bartplanning/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/91921854794
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 919 2185 4794
Agenda: Office Hours – Affordable Housing and Building Form
Tuesday, October 27, 2020
Berkeley City Council, email comments to [email protected]
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Closed Session, 3:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81772761502
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 817 7276 1502
Agenda: 1. Conference with Labor Negotiators, Employee Organizations: Berkeley Fire Fighters Association Local 1227, Local 1227 I>A>F>F>, Berkeley Chief Fire Officers Associations, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW), Local 1245, SEIU 1021, Public Employees Union Local 1, 2. Pending Litigation 1444 Fifth Street, LLC v. City of Berkeley, Case #19032434
Regular City Council meeting, 6:00 pm – 11:00 pm,
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86157441939
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 861 5744 1939
CONSENT: 1. 2ndreading 225 University, 2. Minutes, 3. Annual Commission Report, 4. Addendum the Revolving Loan Fund (RLF) with COVID_19 Resiliency Loan Program (CARES Act Recovery), 5. Accept Economic Dashboardupdate report(pre-covid data), 6. $1,067,302 Formal Bid solicitations, 7. Align BMC definition of smoking with State of CA code to include medical cannabis, 8. Contract $175,000 with Allana Buick & Bers, Inc and Wiss, Janney, Elstner for On-call Citywide Roof Assessment Services. 9. Contract $293,000 with DMR Builders for 125/127 University Tenant Improvement Project, 10. Contract add $660,283 total $1,995,540 and extend to 6/30/2024 with SKIDATA, Inc for Parking Access and Revenue Control systems, 11. Contract add $100,000 total $250,000 and extend to 6/30/2022 with Technology, Engineering and Construction, Inc. for Tank Maintenance and Certification Services, 12. Contract add $150,000 total $432,750 and extend to 12/31/2022 with Direct Line Tele Response for Citywide after-hours answering services, 13. Re-establish Game Day parking restrictions Area K, 14. Renewal of Elmwood BID (Business Improvement District) for 2021, 15. Renewal Solano BID for 2021, 16. a.&b. Smoke-Free Multi-Unit Ordinance Policy and Enforcement Modifications, 17. a.&b. Recommendation to Modify Policies Related to the Enforcement of Smoke-free Multi-Unit Housing Ordinance, 18. Allocate $50,000 to UC Theatre Concert Career Pathways Education Program, 19. Letter to CA Horse Racing Board to investigate treatment and welfare of horses at Golden Gate Fields, 20. Refer to Budget process Allocate $500,000 to require biweekly (once every 2 weeks) cleaning of populated encampment sites and City should partner with appropriate non-profit organizations to create work opportunities for homeless residents who can help City staff clean streets on an ongoing basis, 21. Convert 62ndStreet between King and Adeline into one-way toward Adeline, 22. Adopt 2020 Traffic Circle Vegetation Policy and Maintenance Plan, 23. Support for Berkeley Mutual Aid (BMA) services addressing needs of residents during COVID-19 until 3 months after COVID-19 emergency order is lifted $3000/month,ACTION:24. COVID-19 Response Lessons Learned 2020 Summary Report (work performed by City staff in relation to the pandemic), 25. Resolution to Upgrade Municipal Accounts to 100% Renewable (Electricity service with EBCE), 26. Police Review Commission Work Plan.
Wednesday, October 28, 2020
4x4 Joint Task Force Committee on Housing: Rent Board/City Council,3 pm,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/4x4_Committee_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/97613667021?pwd=Y2k4d3liOHNUczNTV2plWmdlYVlmdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 976 1366 7021 Passcode: 608028
Agenda: 3. Non-agenda public comment, 5. Update Relocation Ordinance, 6. Update COVID-19 Emergency Response Ordinance, 7. Habitability Plans modeled after Los Angeles
Ashby and North Berkeley BART Community Advisory Group, 5:30 – 6:30 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/bartplanning/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/99889323260
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 998 8932 3260
Agenda: Office Hours - Public and Civic Space
Disaster and Fire Safety Commission,7 – 9 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Disaster_and_Fire_Safety_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/93433492022
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 934 3349 2022
Agenda: 3. Update Local ADU Urgency Ordinance, 4. Ballot Measure FF, 5. Time Limits on Discussion of Agenda Items, 6. Update Grizzly Peak Corridor Turnouts, 7. Future Item Fire Dept Budget.
Police Review Commission (PRC),7 – 10 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
PRC Closed Session, 6:30, Agenda: Berkeley Police Association v. City of Berkeley, Case No. 2002 057569
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87070468124
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 870 7046 8124
PRC Regular Meeting, 7 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87070468124
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 870 7046 8124
Agenda: 3. Public comment on agenda items, 5. Chair Report on Mayor’s Working Group on Fair & Impartial Policing, 9. a. Policy Complaint #2478 Regarding fees for towing and storage, b. BPD policy on question the supervised release status of detainees, c. Proposed Ordinance on the Use and Acquisition of Controlled Equipment, (finalize)
Thursday, October 29, 2020
Civic Center Plan community discussion email [email protected]for zoom link
Measure T1 Phase 2 – Public Meeting – District Waterfront,6:30 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/MeasureT1/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/97699637212
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 976 9963 7212
Bayer Virtual Community Meeting, 6 – 7:30 pm
You must pre-register to attend https://www.eventbrite.com/e/bayer-virtual-community-meeting-tickets-123847817155
More information is available at www.bayer.com/berkeley
Friday, October 30, 2020 and Saturday, October 31, 2020
No City meetings or events found
Sunday, November 1, 2020
Daylight Savings Time Ends
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
0 (2435) San Pablo (group living) – 1/19/2021
1915 Berryman (Payson House) TBD
1850 Arch TBD
1862 Arch TBD
January 21, 2021 special meeting land use appeals
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits With End of Appeal Period
2221 Carleton 10/30/2020
1031 Cedar 11/04/2020
1009 Heinz 11/9/2020
2724 Mabel 11/3/2020
1511 MLK Jr. 11/10/2020
2795 San Pablo 11/3/2020
89 Southampton 11/04/2020
1920 Vine 10/30/2020
1510 Walnut 10/30/2020
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LPC NOD 2277 Shattuck, 1915 Berryman, 2328 Channing,
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSESSIONS
Jan 12 –Update Zero Waste Priorities, Undergrounding Task Force Update
Feb 16 -BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry
March 16 –date open for scheduling
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Update Berkeley’s 2020 Vision
Cannabis Health Considerations
Berkeley Police Department Hiring Practices (referred by Public Safety Committee)
Systems Realignment
Digital Strategic Plan/FUND$ Replacement Website Update,
October 18 - October 25, 2020
Worth Noting and Quick Summary:
Tuesday - City Council 6 pm meeting includes the UC Berkeley Long Range Development Plan https://lrdp.berkeley.edu/
Wednesday – Council FITES Committee 2:30 pm is taking up several climate measures and the Bi-Weekly cleaning of encampments sites.
Thursday – Measure T1 at 6:30 pm will focus on Districts 1 and 4. If you missed your District meeting you can still attend this one. The last T1 meeting is Oct 29 for the marina. These meetings are NOT recorded. To comment email: [email protected]This is the “public’s” opportunity for input. City Staff have already made their list of preferred projects for the rest of available bond money.
Council Budget Committee 10 amis reviewing the Police Department Budget,
Mental Health Commission 7 pmagenda is entirely about crisis/emergency Mental Health Response.
Friday 9 am – 12 pm Climate Emergency Mobilization Task Force (CEMTF) Fourth Virtual Summit Series for an Environmentally Just and Regenerative Future, Break-out sessions look very interesting especially the one on Watershed-Wetlands Restoration.
The October 27 Regular City Council meeting agenda is available for comment and follows this week’s list of meetings.
Sunday, October 18, 2020,
No City meetings or events found
Monday, October 19, 2020
Virtual Town Hall on COVID-19 with Mayor Arreguin, 6 pm, watch live at https://www.jessearreguin.com, submit questions by 3 pm on 10/19/20, (website contains question form) if you miss the town hall, it is recorded.
Tuesday, October 20, 2020
Berkeley City Council,
4:30 pm Closed Session – Price and terms for use of BUSD properties:
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83546478052
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 835 4647 8052
Agenda:Conference Real Property Negotiators, Properties: MLK JR Services Center 1730 Oregon, Willard Pool 2701 Telegraph, West Campus Pool 2100 Browning, King Pool 1700 Hopkins, Measure Y Parks – King Park 1700 Hopkins, Thousand Oaks Park 1780 Tacoma, Play/open space in back of schools at Leconte School 2241 Russell, Malcolm X School 1731 Prince, Rosa Parks School 920 Allston, John Muir School 2995 Claremont, Washington School 2300 MLK Jr Way.
6:00 pm City Council Special Session – Navigable Cities, UCB Long Range Development Plan
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2020/10_Oct/City_Council__10-20-2020_-_Special_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87451472006
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 874 5147 2006Agenda: 1. Proposed navigable cities framework for ensuring and Freedom-of-Movement for People with Disabilities in Berkeley,2. UCB Long range development plan update with Housing Project #1 at corner of Oxford and University with 850 student beds and ground floor retail/event/student-serving space, Housing Project #2 Haste and Bowditch – Peoples Park, 1200 student beds, 125 apartments for low-income (non-university individuals), permanent supportive housing, non-profit on-site managed services. Additional information at https://Irdp.berkeley.edu/
Wednesday, October 21, 2020
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board – Rental Housing and Covid-19 Webinar, 10:30 am, pre-register for videoconference linkshttps://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
City Council Facilities, Infrastructure, Transportation, Environment & Sustainability Committee, 2:30 pm,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Facilities,_Infrastructure,_Transportation,_Environment,___Sustainability.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84769442070
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 847 6944 2070
Agenda: 2. Initiate a Citywide, Regional and International Just Transition to a Regenerative Economy to Address Climate Emergency, 3. Introduce Ordinance terminating the sale of gasoline, diesel and natural gas passenger vehicles throughout the City of Berkeley by 2025, 4. Prohibition on the sale of gasoline, diesel, and other carbon based transportation fuels by 2025, 5. Path to Permanence for Outdoor Dining and Commerce Permits Granted Under COVID-19 Public Health Emergency Declaration, 6. Recognize the Rights of Nature, 7. Enforce Bi-Weekly (once every 2 weeks) Residential CleaningMeasures to Address Encampments and Promote Clean Streets, Unscheduled Items:8. Ordinance adding BMC11.62 to Regulate Plastic Bags, 9. Prohibition on resale of Used Combustion Vehicles in 2040, 10. Prohibition on Use of City Streets for operating, parking, or idling combustion vehicles by 2045, 11. Potential Bonding and Funding opportunities for improving the PCI of residential streets and creating a master paving plan, 12. Ordinance amending BMC7.52 Reducing tax imposed for qualifying electrification, energy efficiency and water conservation retrofits.
Planning Commission, 7 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/91642148739
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 916 4214 8749
Agenda: 3. Public comment on non-agenda items, 9. Update on Citywide Affordable Housing Requirements,10. Identify Commission to Speak on Parking Reform package on November 17.
Thursday, October 22, 2020
Measure T1 Phase 2 – Public Meeting – District 1/4,6:30 – 8:30 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/MeasureT1/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/97699637212
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 976 9963 7212
City Council Budget & Finance Committee, 10 am
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Budget___Finance.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84358243790
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID:843 5824 3790
Agenda:2. Presentation of Police Department Budget, 3. Annual Appropriation Ordinance Discussion, 4. General Fund Reserve Replenishment Discussion, 5. General Fund Revenues Update, FY 2020 Year End Excess Equity Discussion, 7. Amend Berkeley’s Property Measures and Restore Tax Equity by changing square footage thru comprehensive verification process. 8. Step Up Housing to lease and operated a new permanent supportive housing project at 1367 University. Unscheduled Items:9. Housing Trust Fund Reserves, 10. Juneteenth as a City Holiday, 11. Cash v. Accrual Basis Accounting, 12. Review of Council’s Fiscal Policies.
Loan Administration Board, 5pm
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/landmarkspreservationcommission/
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86236687725
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 862 3668 7725
Agenda: B) State of Revolving Loan Fund (RLF), C) Action Items RLF request $150,000 by Hey Skin!, Adopt Changes to RLF Administrative Plan for COVID-19 Resiliency Loan Program and establish process for administrative review, accept $814,000 of available EDA funds, Set maximum loan amount from COVID-19 Resiliency Loan Program seed funds at 25% of RLF capital base, City Manager and/or designee is empowered to administratively approve loans of $25,000 and below, the Requirement for loan applicants to leverage additional capital is removed for loans funded with COVID-19 Resiliency Loan Program dollars, Extend loan payment forbearance for existing loan recipients from October 1, 2020 until 90 days after Berkeley’s Shelter in Place Order is lifted.
Mental Health Commission, 7 – 9 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Mental_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/97802689308
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 978 0268 9308
Agenda: 3. Discussion of emergency mental health crisis response services, including models and funding of mental health crisis services a. Update on Special Care Unit and role of MHC, b. Update RFP process, c. Status of Subcommittee on Emergency Mental Health Response, d. Report and data on Emergency Mental Health Response HOTT, MCT, TOT from March to most recent, 4. Current efforts to meet Emergency Mental Health needs.
Zoning Adjustment Board, 7 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/91452147364
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 914 5214 7364
Agenda:
2435-2437 Virginia (2) – construct 3-story, 32’ ave ht, 1,150 sq ft addition with 2 dwelling units, 3 new parking spaces to existing 2-story tripex, relocate 2 uncovered parking spaces, 6-ft tall trash enclosure, on consent
2210 Harold Way (3) –demolish existing commercial building, construct 7-story mixed-use on ground floor, 38 dwellings, 135 bedrooms, secure storage 48 bicycles, no parking, pay fee instead of open space, student housing with bedrooms, galley kitchen and no living room staff recommend approve
4. Presentation from UC Berkeley Capital Strategies Staff on Long Range Development Plan
DRC Subcommittee Report
Memorandum from Shannon Allen to ZAB on CA Chapter of the American Planning Association (APA) Virtual State Conference(go to meeting agenda for link)
Video on redlining https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ETR9qrVS17g
Friday, October 23, 2020,
October 23, 9 am – 12 pm Climate Emergency Mobilization Task Force (CEMTF) Fourth Virtual Summit Series for an Environmentally Just and Regenerative Future
https://cemtf.org, register for the event https://www.eventbrite.com/e/climate-emergency-mobilization-task-force-virtual-summit-series-4-tickets-122654347455
Agenda: Break-out sessions: 1. Consumption-based GHG Accounting, 2. Zero Waste – Plastic Pollution and Wasted Food Reduction, 3. Carbon Sequestration – Carbon Farming, 4. Watershed – Wetlands Restoration, 5. Climate Literacy in School
Saturday, October 24, 2020 and Sunday, October 25, 2020
No City meetings or events found
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October 27 Regular City Council meeting, email comments to [email protected]
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86157441939
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 861 5744 1939
CONSENT: 1. 2ndreading 225 University, 2. Minutes, 3. Annual Commission Report, 4. Addendum the Revolving Loan Fund (RLF) with COVID_19 Resiliency Loan Program (CARES Act Recovery), 5. Accept Economic Dashboardupdate report(pre-covid data), 6. $1,067,302 Formal Bid solicitations, 7. Align BMC definition of smoking with State of CA code to include medical cannabis, 8. Contract $175,000 with Allana Buick & Bers, Inc and Wiss, Janney, Elstner for On-call Citywide Roof Assessment Services. 9. Contract $293,000 with DMR Builders for 125/127 University Tenant Improvement Project, 10. Contract add $660,283 total $1,995,540 and extend to 6/30/2024 with SKIDATA, Inc for Parking Access and Revenue Control systems, 11. Contract add $100,000 total $250,000 and extend to 6/30/2022 with Technology, Engineering and Construction, Inc. for Tank Maintenance and Certification Services, 12. Contract add $150,000 total $432,750 and extend to 12/31/2022 with Direct Line Tele Response for Citywide after-hours answering services, 13. Re-establish Game Day parking restrictions Area K, 14. Renewal of Elmwood BID (Business Improvement District) for 2021, 15. Renewal Solano BID for 2021, 17. a.&b. Smoke-Free Multi-Unit Ordinance Policy and Enforcement Modifications, 20. a.&b. Recommendation to Modify Policies Related to the Enforcement of Smoke-free Multi-Unit Housing Ordinance, 18. Allocate $50,000 to UC Theatre Concert Career Pathways Education Program, 19. Letter to CA Horse Racing Board to investigate treatment and welfare of horses at Golden Gate Fields, 20. Refer to Budget process Allocate $500,000 to require biweekly (once every 2 weeks) cleaning of populated encampment sites and City should partner with appropriate non-profit organizations to create work opportunities for homeless residents who can help City staff clean streets on an ongoing basis, 21. Convert 62ndStreet between King and Adeline into one-way toward Adeline, 22. Adopt 2020 Traffic Circle Vegetation Policy and Maintenance Plan, 23. Support for Berkeley Mutual Aid (BMA) services addressing needs of residents during COVID-19 until 3 months after COVID-19 emergency order is lifted $3000/month,ACTION:24. COVID-19 Response Lessons Learned 2020 Summary Report (work performed by City staff in relation to the pandemic), 25. Resolution to Upgrade Municipal Accounts to 100% Renewable (Electricity service with EBCE), 26. Police Review Commission Work Plan.
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
1346 Ordway, 10/13/2020
0 (2435) San Pablo (group living) – 1/19/2021
January 21, 2021 special meeting land use appeals
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits With End of Appeal Period
1031 Cedar 11/04/2020
89 Southampton 11/04/2020
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LPC NOD 2277 Shattuck, 1915 Berryman, 2328 Channing,
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSESSIONS
Jan 12 –Update Zero Waste Priorities, Undergrounding Task Force Update
Feb 16 -BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry
March 16 –date open for scheduling
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Update Berkeley’s 2020 Vision
Cannabis Health Considerations
Berkeley Police Department Hiring Practices (referred by Public Safety Committee)
Systems Realignment
Digital Strategic Plan/FUND$ Replacement Website Update,
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This Summary of City of Berkeley meetings is the available published public meetings that could be found and they are important. This does not include the task forces established by the Mayor (those schedules are not available).If anyone would like to share meeting schedules including community meetings to be included in the weekly summary so we can be better-informed citizenry, please forward the notices to [email protected]before Friday noon of the preceding week.
Worth Noting and Quick Summary:
Tuesday - City Council 6 pm meeting includes the UC Berkeley Long Range Development Plan https://lrdp.berkeley.edu/
Wednesday – Council FITES Committee 2:30 pm is taking up several climate measures and the Bi-Weekly cleaning of encampments sites.
Thursday – Measure T1 at 6:30 pm will focus on Districts 1 and 4. If you missed your District meeting you can still attend this one. The last T1 meeting is Oct 29 for the marina. These meetings are NOT recorded. To comment email: [email protected]This is the “public’s” opportunity for input. City Staff have already made their list of preferred projects for the rest of available bond money.
Council Budget Committee 10 amis reviewing the Police Department Budget,
Mental Health Commission 7 pmagenda is entirely about crisis/emergency Mental Health Response.
Friday 9 am – 12 pm Climate Emergency Mobilization Task Force (CEMTF) Fourth Virtual Summit Series for an Environmentally Just and Regenerative Future, Break-out sessions look very interesting especially the one on Watershed-Wetlands Restoration.
The October 27 Regular City Council meeting agenda is available for comment and follows this week’s list of meetings.
Sunday, October 18, 2020,
No City meetings or events found
Monday, October 19, 2020
Virtual Town Hall on COVID-19 with Mayor Arreguin, 6 pm, watch live at https://www.jessearreguin.com, submit questions by 3 pm on 10/19/20, (website contains question form) if you miss the town hall, it is recorded.
Tuesday, October 20, 2020
Berkeley City Council,
4:30 pm Closed Session – Price and terms for use of BUSD properties:
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83546478052
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 835 4647 8052
Agenda:Conference Real Property Negotiators, Properties: MLK JR Services Center 1730 Oregon, Willard Pool 2701 Telegraph, West Campus Pool 2100 Browning, King Pool 1700 Hopkins, Measure Y Parks – King Park 1700 Hopkins, Thousand Oaks Park 1780 Tacoma, Play/open space in back of schools at Leconte School 2241 Russell, Malcolm X School 1731 Prince, Rosa Parks School 920 Allston, John Muir School 2995 Claremont, Washington School 2300 MLK Jr Way.
6:00 pm City Council Special Session – Navigable Cities, UCB Long Range Development Plan
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2020/10_Oct/City_Council__10-20-2020_-_Special_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87451472006
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 874 5147 2006Agenda: 1. Proposed navigable cities framework for ensuring and Freedom-of-Movement for People with Disabilities in Berkeley,2. UCB Long range development plan update with Housing Project #1 at corner of Oxford and University with 850 student beds and ground floor retail/event/student-serving space, Housing Project #2 Haste and Bowditch – Peoples Park, 1200 student beds, 125 apartments for low-income (non-university individuals), permanent supportive housing, non-profit on-site managed services. Additional information at https://Irdp.berkeley.edu/
Wednesday, October 21, 2020
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board – Rental Housing and Covid-19 Webinar, 10:30 am, pre-register for videoconference linkshttps://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
City Council Facilities, Infrastructure, Transportation, Environment & Sustainability Committee, 2:30 pm,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Facilities,_Infrastructure,_Transportation,_Environment,___Sustainability.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84769442070
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 847 6944 2070
Agenda: 2. Initiate a Citywide, Regional and International Just Transition to a Regenerative Economy to Address Climate Emergency, 3. Introduce Ordinance terminating the sale of gasoline, diesel and natural gas passenger vehicles throughout the City of Berkeley by 2025, 4. Prohibition on the sale of gasoline, diesel, and other carbon based transportation fuels by 2025, 5. Path to Permanence for Outdoor Dining and Commerce Permits Granted Under COVID-19 Public Health Emergency Declaration, 6. Recognize the Rights of Nature, 7. Enforce Bi-Weekly (once every 2 weeks) Residential CleaningMeasures to Address Encampments and Promote Clean Streets, Unscheduled Items:8. Ordinance adding BMC11.62 to Regulate Plastic Bags, 9. Prohibition on resale of Used Combustion Vehicles in 2040, 10. Prohibition on Use of City Streets for operating, parking, or idling combustion vehicles by 2045, 11. Potential Bonding and Funding opportunities for improving the PCI of residential streets and creating a master paving plan, 12. Ordinance amending BMC7.52 Reducing tax imposed for qualifying electrification, energy efficiency and water conservation retrofits.
Planning Commission, 7 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/91642148739
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 916 4214 8749
Agenda: 3. Public comment on non-agenda items, 9. Update on Citywide Affordable Housing Requirements,10. Identify Commission to Speak on Parking Reform package on November 17.
Thursday, October 22, 2020
Measure T1 Phase 2 – Public Meeting – District 1/4,6:30 – 8:30 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/MeasureT1/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/97699637212
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 976 9963 7212
City Council Budget & Finance Committee, 10 am
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Budget___Finance.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84358243790
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID:843 5824 3790
Agenda:2. Presentation of Police Department Budget, 3. Annual Appropriation Ordinance Discussion, 4. General Fund Reserve Replenishment Discussion, 5. General Fund Revenues Update, FY 2020 Year End Excess Equity Discussion, 7. Amend Berkeley’s Property Measures and Restore Tax Equity by changing square footage thru comprehensive verification process. 8. Step Up Housing to lease and operated a new permanent supportive housing project at 1367 University. Unscheduled Items:9. Housing Trust Fund Reserves, 10. Juneteenth as a City Holiday, 11. Cash v. Accrual Basis Accounting, 12. Review of Council’s Fiscal Policies.
Loan Administration Board, 5pm
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/landmarkspreservationcommission/
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86236687725
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 862 3668 7725
Agenda: B) State of Revolving Loan Fund (RLF), C) Action Items RLF request $150,000 by Hey Skin!, Adopt Changes to RLF Administrative Plan for COVID-19 Resiliency Loan Program and establish process for administrative review, accept $814,000 of available EDA funds, Set maximum loan amount from COVID-19 Resiliency Loan Program seed funds at 25% of RLF capital base, City Manager and/or designee is empowered to administratively approve loans of $25,000 and below, the Requirement for loan applicants to leverage additional capital is removed for loans funded with COVID-19 Resiliency Loan Program dollars, Extend loan payment forbearance for existing loan recipients from October 1, 2020 until 90 days after Berkeley’s Shelter in Place Order is lifted.
Mental Health Commission, 7 – 9 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Mental_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/97802689308
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 978 0268 9308
Agenda: 3. Discussion of emergency mental health crisis response services, including models and funding of mental health crisis services a. Update on Special Care Unit and role of MHC, b. Update RFP process, c. Status of Subcommittee on Emergency Mental Health Response, d. Report and data on Emergency Mental Health Response HOTT, MCT, TOT from March to most recent, 4. Current efforts to meet Emergency Mental Health needs.
Zoning Adjustment Board, 7 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/91452147364
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 914 5214 7364
Agenda:
2435-2437 Virginia (2) – construct 3-story, 32’ ave ht, 1,150 sq ft addition with 2 dwelling units, 3 new parking spaces to existing 2-story tripex, relocate 2 uncovered parking spaces, 6-ft tall trash enclosure, on consent
2210 Harold Way (3) –demolish existing commercial building, construct 7-story mixed-use on ground floor, 38 dwellings, 135 bedrooms, secure storage 48 bicycles, no parking, pay fee instead of open space, student housing with bedrooms, galley kitchen and no living room staff recommend approve
4. Presentation from UC Berkeley Capital Strategies Staff on Long Range Development Plan
DRC Subcommittee Report
Memorandum from Shannon Allen to ZAB on CA Chapter of the American Planning Association (APA) Virtual State Conference(go to meeting agenda for link)
Video on redlining https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ETR9qrVS17g
Friday, October 23, 2020,
October 23, 9 am – 12 pm Climate Emergency Mobilization Task Force (CEMTF) Fourth Virtual Summit Series for an Environmentally Just and Regenerative Future
https://cemtf.org, register for the event https://www.eventbrite.com/e/climate-emergency-mobilization-task-force-virtual-summit-series-4-tickets-122654347455
Agenda: Break-out sessions: 1. Consumption-based GHG Accounting, 2. Zero Waste – Plastic Pollution and Wasted Food Reduction, 3. Carbon Sequestration – Carbon Farming, 4. Watershed – Wetlands Restoration, 5. Climate Literacy in School
Saturday, October 24, 2020 and Sunday, October 25, 2020
No City meetings or events found
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October 27 Regular City Council meeting, email comments to [email protected]
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86157441939
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 861 5744 1939
CONSENT: 1. 2ndreading 225 University, 2. Minutes, 3. Annual Commission Report, 4. Addendum the Revolving Loan Fund (RLF) with COVID_19 Resiliency Loan Program (CARES Act Recovery), 5. Accept Economic Dashboardupdate report(pre-covid data), 6. $1,067,302 Formal Bid solicitations, 7. Align BMC definition of smoking with State of CA code to include medical cannabis, 8. Contract $175,000 with Allana Buick & Bers, Inc and Wiss, Janney, Elstner for On-call Citywide Roof Assessment Services. 9. Contract $293,000 with DMR Builders for 125/127 University Tenant Improvement Project, 10. Contract add $660,283 total $1,995,540 and extend to 6/30/2024 with SKIDATA, Inc for Parking Access and Revenue Control systems, 11. Contract add $100,000 total $250,000 and extend to 6/30/2022 with Technology, Engineering and Construction, Inc. for Tank Maintenance and Certification Services, 12. Contract add $150,000 total $432,750 and extend to 12/31/2022 with Direct Line Tele Response for Citywide after-hours answering services, 13. Re-establish Game Day parking restrictions Area K, 14. Renewal of Elmwood BID (Business Improvement District) for 2021, 15. Renewal Solano BID for 2021, 17. a.&b. Smoke-Free Multi-Unit Ordinance Policy and Enforcement Modifications, 20. a.&b. Recommendation to Modify Policies Related to the Enforcement of Smoke-free Multi-Unit Housing Ordinance, 18. Allocate $50,000 to UC Theatre Concert Career Pathways Education Program, 19. Letter to CA Horse Racing Board to investigate treatment and welfare of horses at Golden Gate Fields, 20. Refer to Budget process Allocate $500,000 to require biweekly (once every 2 weeks) cleaning of populated encampment sites and City should partner with appropriate non-profit organizations to create work opportunities for homeless residents who can help City staff clean streets on an ongoing basis, 21. Convert 62ndStreet between King and Adeline into one-way toward Adeline, 22. Adopt 2020 Traffic Circle Vegetation Policy and Maintenance Plan, 23. Support for Berkeley Mutual Aid (BMA) services addressing needs of residents during COVID-19 until 3 months after COVID-19 emergency order is lifted $3000/month,ACTION:24. COVID-19 Response Lessons Learned 2020 Summary Report (work performed by City staff in relation to the pandemic), 25. Resolution to Upgrade Municipal Accounts to 100% Renewable (Electricity service with EBCE), 26. Police Review Commission Work Plan.
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
1346 Ordway, 10/13/2020
0 (2435) San Pablo (group living) – 1/19/2021
January 21, 2021 special meeting land use appeals
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits With End of Appeal Period
1031 Cedar 11/04/2020
89 Southampton 11/04/2020
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LPC NOD 2277 Shattuck, 1915 Berryman, 2328 Channing,
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSESSIONS
Jan 12 –Update Zero Waste Priorities, Undergrounding Task Force Update
Feb 16 -BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry
March 16 –date open for scheduling
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Update Berkeley’s 2020 Vision
Cannabis Health Considerations
Berkeley Police Department Hiring Practices (referred by Public Safety Committee)
Systems Realignment
Digital Strategic Plan/FUND$ Replacement Website Update,
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This Summary of City of Berkeley meetings is the available published public meetings that could be found and they are important. This does not include the task forces established by the Mayor (those schedules are not available).If anyone would like to share meeting schedules including community meetings to be included in the weekly summary so we can be better-informed citizenry, please forward the notices to [email protected]before Friday noon of the preceding week.
October 11 - October 18, 2020
Worth Noting:
The week ahead is exceptionally full with meetings
Tuesday – City Council Agenda committee is at 2:30 pm and the Full Council starts at 5 pm with a presentation on Ohlone History and Culture. Regular agenda item 16. On consent Is to approve Ballot Measure P funds for transitional group living at 1367 University with 178 sq ft rooms with bed, toilet, shower, sink and group dining room, item 19. Police Chief Crime and Use of Force Report, 22. Support for Community Refrigerators for the food insecure (Oakland is doing this).
Wednesday – BART Community Advisory Group is at 6 pm and Disaster and Fire Safety Commission and Parks and Waterfront Commission at 7 pm.The Police Review Commission at 7 pm may create a subcommittee on “no-knock” warrants.
Thursday – Measure T1 at 6:30 pm will focus on Districts 2 and 3. If you missed or can’t attend the next two T1 meetings go to this one. Design Review at 7 pm 2210 Harold Way is student housing. Guidelines for the Downtown and Open Space will be discussed after the projects.
This Summary of City meetings is the available published public meetings that could be found and they are important. This does not include the task forces established by the Mayor (those schedules are not available). If anyone would like to share meeting schedules including community meetings to be included in the weekly summary so we can be better-informed citizenry, please forward the notices to [email protected] before Friday noon of the preceding week.
October 23, 9 am – 12 pm Climate Emergency Mobilization Task Force (CEMTF) Fourth Virtual Summit Series for an Environmentally Just and Regenerative Future
https://cemtf.org, register for the event https://www.eventbrite.com/e/climate-emergency-mobilization-task-force-virtual-summit-series-4-tickets-122654347455
Sunday, October 11, 2020
No City meetings or events found
Monday, October 12, 2020
Indigenous People’s Day – City Holiday
Tuesday, October 13, 2020
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board – IRA/AGA/Registration Subcommittee, 5:30 pm,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/99566042178?pwd=Ri9mMWZ3SWVFUmxOekpPaUdNYUVrdz09
Teleconference: 1-408-638-0968 Meeting ID: 995 6604 2178 Passcode: 687949
Agenda and Rules Committee, 2:30 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84345655218
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 of 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 843 4565 5218
Agenda planning for October 27 Regular City Council meeting CONSENT: 3. Augment the Revolving Loan Fund (RLF) with COVID_19 Resiliency Loan Program (CARES Act Recovery), 4. Accept Economic Dashboardupdate report(pre-covid data), 5. $1,067,302 Formal Bid solicitations, 6. Align BMC definition of smoking with State of CA code to include medical cannabis, 7. Contract $175,000 with Allana Buick & Bers, Inc and Wiss, Janney, Elstner for On-call Citywide Roof Assessment Services. 8. Contract $293,000 with DMR Builders for 125/127 University Tenant Improvement Project, 9. Contract add $660,283 total $1,995,540 and extend to 6/30/2024, 10. Contract add $100,000 total $250,000 and extend to 6/30/2022 with Technology, Engineering and Construction, Inc. for Tank Maintenance and Certification Services, 11. Contract add $150,000 total $432,750 and extend to 12/31/2022 with Direct Line Tele Response for Citywide after-hours answering services, 12. Re-establish Game Day parking restrictions, 13. Renewal of Elmwood BID (Business Improvement District) for 2021, 14. Renewal Solano BID for 2021, 15. Allocate $50,000 to UC Theatre Concert Career Pathways Education Program, 16. Allocate $500,000 to require biweekly (once every 2 weeks) cleaning of populated encampment sites and City should partner with appropriate non-profit organizations to create work opportunities for homeless residents who can help City staff clean streets on an ongoing basis, 17. Adopt 2020 Traffic Circle Vegetation Policy and Maintenance Plan, ACTION:18. COVID-19 Response 2020 Summary Report (work performed by City staff in relation to the pandemic), 19. a.&b. Smoke-Free Multi-Unit Ordinance Policy and Enforcement Modifications, 20. a.&b. Recommendation to Modify Policies Related to the Enforcement of Smoke-free Multi-Unit Housing Ordinance, 21. Letter to CA Horse Racing Board to investigate treatment and welfare of horses at Golden Gate Fields, 22. Recognize the Rights of Nature, 23. Providing our Unhoused Community with Fire Extinguishers, 24. Convert 62ndStreet between King and Adeline into one-way toward Adeline, 25. Support for Berkeley Mutual Aid (BMA) services addressing needs of residents during COVID-19 until 3 months after COVID-19 emergency order is lifted $3000/month, Referred Items: 8. Impact of Covid-19 on meetings of legislative bodies,Unscheduled/Unfinished Business Items: 1. Kitchen Exhaust Hoods, 2. Opt Up, 3. Surveillance Technology, 4. No Confidence Vote in the Police Chief, (packet 246 pages)
Berkeley City Council,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88371105282
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128
toll free 1-877-853-5257, 1-888-475-4499, 1-833-548-0276, 1-833-548-0282
Meeting ID: 883 7110 5282
5 pm, Presentation: Ohlone History and Culture
6 pm,Regular City Council meeting,CONSENT: 1. Extend grace period for Fair Chance housing to Jan 1, 2021, 2. Healthy Checkout Ordinance 2ndreading, 3. Bid solicitations $325,000, 4. Revenue Contract »$6 million Dept of Health Care Services, 5. Lease Agreement 225 University – Qasemi Abdul Moqim dba Berkeley Sportsman Center, 6. Measure T1 Phase 1 Project List Additions, 7. Resumption of fees at Oregon Senior Apartments, 8. Revenue Grant FY 2020-2021 $51,000 Alcohol Beverage Control, 9. Amend Contract add $230,000 (T1) total $5,616,293 renovation 2640 MLK Way Adult Mental Health Services, 10. Contract award First Carbon Solutions for CEQA compliance for Solid Waste & Recycling Transfer Station Replacement Project, 11. a.&b. Compiling Homeless Commission Recommendations in a Reference Manual, 12. Authorize installation of Security Cameras at the Marina, 13. Oppose Proposition 22 which exempts Lyft, Uber, DoorDash have invested $181 million to be exempt from providing employee benefits, 14. Amend Council Rules of Procedures so that Council submitted items be placed directly on the agenda to allow the whole Council to review and take action on the submitted item to ensure equity in the process, 15. Support Proposition 16 removes ban on affirmative action, 16. Step Up Housing Allocation of Measure P Funds to lease and operate at 1367 University,17. Removal of Traffic Bollards at intersection of Fairview and California, 18. Enforce Bi-weekly (once every 2 weeks) residential cleaning measures to address encampments and promote clean streets, Presentation:19. 2019 Crime Report and 5 Year Use of Force Report,Public Hearing:20. Bond 1717 University rental housing development, 21. ZAB appeal 1346 Ordway, ACTION:22. Support for Community Refrigerators (cost) $8000, 23. Request Congress to introduce “the Breathe Act,” 24. Proposed Navigable Cities Framework – access for People with Disabilities in Berkeley (expect to be rescheduled to October 20), INFORMATION: LPC Annual Report to Council
Wednesday, October 14, 2020
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board Security Deposit: Rights and Responsibilities webinar designed for tenants and landlords, go to website to register for conference links/logins
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Disaster and Fire Safety Commission,7 https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Disaster_and_Fire_Safety_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/92385957075
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 923 8595 7075
Agenda Action: 7. Recommendation to Council based on findings of newly formed Berkeley-Oakland-Regional Parks-UC Working Group regarding Grizzly Peak Blvd. Discussion: 8. Measure T1, 9. ADU Urgency Ordinance, 10. Fire Tax Ballot Measure FF,
Parks and Waterfront Commission,7 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Parks_and_Waterfront_Commission.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/93075568475
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 930 7556 8475
Agenda: 5. Public Comment, 8. T1 Phase 1 Update, b. Council adding T1 Projects, 9. T1 Phase 2 Project Recommendation Process, PRW unfunded lists, 10. Subcommittee to process community feedback, 11. Potential criteria for T1 Phase 2 project selection,
Ashby and North Berkeley BART Community Advisory Group, 6 – 9 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/bartplanning/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/99872028689?pwd=bUZhUnBGTnZtdGRpc25McTlEc2Fpdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 998 7202 8689
Agenda Financial Feasibility:What makes a development project work, Building Height and Affordable Housing (higher levels of affordable housing), Open Space, Infrastructure and Parking
Police Review Commission,7 – 10 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87070468124
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 870 7046 8124
Agenda: 4. Public Comment, 7. Chief of Police Report, 8. Lexipol Policies Subcommittee, 9. a. Whether BPD has written policy on no-knock warrants and whether to establish a subcommittee policy, b. Policy complaint for towing and storage, 11. Closed Session Berkeley Police Association v. City of Berkeley Case No. 2002 057569
Thursday, October 15, 2020
Annual Shakeout 10:15 am Earthquake preparedness drill
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/City_Manager/Press_Releases/2020/2020-10-08_Drop,_cover,_and_hold_on_at_10_15am_October_15.aspx
Design Review Committee
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/designreview/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/92600940639
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 926 0094 0639
2352 Shattuck (1.)– Final Design – split lot in two, construct two 8-story mixed-use 204 units (14 very low income) 90 ground-level parking spaces
2210 Harold Way (2.) – Continued Preliminary Design – 7-story, 38 dwellings with total of 135 bedrooms, storage for 48 bicycles (designed for students, 3 and 4 bedroom with galley kitchens, and no living room, no affordable units)
1200 San Pablo (3.)– Preliminary Design – demolish three existing commercial buildings, construct 6-story mixed use with 104 units (including 9 very low income), 55 ground level parking spaces
DISCUSSION: Guidelines for Downtown Street and Open Space Improvements (SOSIP) https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Downtown_Area_Plan/Streets_and_Open_Space_Improvement_Plan.aspx
Fair Campaign Practices (FCPC) – Open Government Commissions (OGC),7 pm
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/FCPC/
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82025317005?pwd=b1U3d3FYTDZFVm0vejRPTmFJdEVQd%20z09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 820 2531 7005
Agenda FCPC: 6. Complaint alleging violation of BERA (Failure to identify funding source) by Bahman Ahmandi, Soulmaz Panahi, Dan McDunn, Wendy Saenz Hood Neufield and Home Owners for Berkeley Rent Board, 7. Enforcement referrals from the office of the City Clerk, a. Berkeley Community for Police Oversight Committee supporting Police Commission Oversight Charter Amendment, b. Maria Poblet for Rent Board, OGC:9. Complaintfiled by Martin and Olga Schwartz relating to ZAB, 10. Brown Act Presentation, 11. Conflict of Interest Presentation, FCPC/OGC 12. Officeholder Accounts.
Measure T1 Phase 2 – Public Meeting – District 2/3,6:30 – 8:30 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/MeasureT1Events/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/97372069574
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 973 7206 9574
Transportation Commission, 7 pm, listed as meeting, no agenda posted, check after Monday
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Transportation_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Friday, October 16 2020 -- Saturday, October 17, 2020 -- Sunday, October 18, 2020
No City meetings or events found
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
1346 Ordway, 10/13/2020
0 (2435) San Pablo (group living) – 1/19/2021
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits With End of Appeal Period
1850 Arch 10/13/2020
1862 Arch 10/13/2020
6029 Chabolyn 10/20/2020
1217 Hopkins 10/12/2020
1526 Sixth 10/12/2020
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LPC NOD 2277 Shattuck, 1915 Berryman, 2328 Channing,
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSESSIONS
Oct 13 -Ohlone History 5 pm
Oct 20 –Navigable Cities, UC Long Range Development Plan
Jan 12 –Update Zero Waste Priorities, Undergrounding Task Force Update
Feb 16 -BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry
March 16 –date open for scheduling
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Update Berkeley’s 2020 Vision
Cannabis Health Considerations
Berkeley Police Department Hiring Practices (referred by Public Safety Committee)
Systems Realignment
Digital Strategic Plan/FUND$ Replacement Website Update,
Worth Noting:
The week ahead is exceptionally full with meetings
Tuesday – City Council Agenda committee is at 2:30 pm and the Full Council starts at 5 pm with a presentation on Ohlone History and Culture. Regular agenda item 16. On consent Is to approve Ballot Measure P funds for transitional group living at 1367 University with 178 sq ft rooms with bed, toilet, shower, sink and group dining room, item 19. Police Chief Crime and Use of Force Report, 22. Support for Community Refrigerators for the food insecure (Oakland is doing this).
Wednesday – BART Community Advisory Group is at 6 pm and Disaster and Fire Safety Commission and Parks and Waterfront Commission at 7 pm.The Police Review Commission at 7 pm may create a subcommittee on “no-knock” warrants.
Thursday – Measure T1 at 6:30 pm will focus on Districts 2 and 3. If you missed or can’t attend the next two T1 meetings go to this one. Design Review at 7 pm 2210 Harold Way is student housing. Guidelines for the Downtown and Open Space will be discussed after the projects.
This Summary of City meetings is the available published public meetings that could be found and they are important. This does not include the task forces established by the Mayor (those schedules are not available). If anyone would like to share meeting schedules including community meetings to be included in the weekly summary so we can be better-informed citizenry, please forward the notices to [email protected] before Friday noon of the preceding week.
October 23, 9 am – 12 pm Climate Emergency Mobilization Task Force (CEMTF) Fourth Virtual Summit Series for an Environmentally Just and Regenerative Future
https://cemtf.org, register for the event https://www.eventbrite.com/e/climate-emergency-mobilization-task-force-virtual-summit-series-4-tickets-122654347455
Sunday, October 11, 2020
No City meetings or events found
Monday, October 12, 2020
Indigenous People’s Day – City Holiday
Tuesday, October 13, 2020
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board – IRA/AGA/Registration Subcommittee, 5:30 pm,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/99566042178?pwd=Ri9mMWZ3SWVFUmxOekpPaUdNYUVrdz09
Teleconference: 1-408-638-0968 Meeting ID: 995 6604 2178 Passcode: 687949
Agenda and Rules Committee, 2:30 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84345655218
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 of 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 843 4565 5218
Agenda planning for October 27 Regular City Council meeting CONSENT: 3. Augment the Revolving Loan Fund (RLF) with COVID_19 Resiliency Loan Program (CARES Act Recovery), 4. Accept Economic Dashboardupdate report(pre-covid data), 5. $1,067,302 Formal Bid solicitations, 6. Align BMC definition of smoking with State of CA code to include medical cannabis, 7. Contract $175,000 with Allana Buick & Bers, Inc and Wiss, Janney, Elstner for On-call Citywide Roof Assessment Services. 8. Contract $293,000 with DMR Builders for 125/127 University Tenant Improvement Project, 9. Contract add $660,283 total $1,995,540 and extend to 6/30/2024, 10. Contract add $100,000 total $250,000 and extend to 6/30/2022 with Technology, Engineering and Construction, Inc. for Tank Maintenance and Certification Services, 11. Contract add $150,000 total $432,750 and extend to 12/31/2022 with Direct Line Tele Response for Citywide after-hours answering services, 12. Re-establish Game Day parking restrictions, 13. Renewal of Elmwood BID (Business Improvement District) for 2021, 14. Renewal Solano BID for 2021, 15. Allocate $50,000 to UC Theatre Concert Career Pathways Education Program, 16. Allocate $500,000 to require biweekly (once every 2 weeks) cleaning of populated encampment sites and City should partner with appropriate non-profit organizations to create work opportunities for homeless residents who can help City staff clean streets on an ongoing basis, 17. Adopt 2020 Traffic Circle Vegetation Policy and Maintenance Plan, ACTION:18. COVID-19 Response 2020 Summary Report (work performed by City staff in relation to the pandemic), 19. a.&b. Smoke-Free Multi-Unit Ordinance Policy and Enforcement Modifications, 20. a.&b. Recommendation to Modify Policies Related to the Enforcement of Smoke-free Multi-Unit Housing Ordinance, 21. Letter to CA Horse Racing Board to investigate treatment and welfare of horses at Golden Gate Fields, 22. Recognize the Rights of Nature, 23. Providing our Unhoused Community with Fire Extinguishers, 24. Convert 62ndStreet between King and Adeline into one-way toward Adeline, 25. Support for Berkeley Mutual Aid (BMA) services addressing needs of residents during COVID-19 until 3 months after COVID-19 emergency order is lifted $3000/month, Referred Items: 8. Impact of Covid-19 on meetings of legislative bodies,Unscheduled/Unfinished Business Items: 1. Kitchen Exhaust Hoods, 2. Opt Up, 3. Surveillance Technology, 4. No Confidence Vote in the Police Chief, (packet 246 pages)
Berkeley City Council,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88371105282
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128
toll free 1-877-853-5257, 1-888-475-4499, 1-833-548-0276, 1-833-548-0282
Meeting ID: 883 7110 5282
5 pm, Presentation: Ohlone History and Culture
6 pm,Regular City Council meeting,CONSENT: 1. Extend grace period for Fair Chance housing to Jan 1, 2021, 2. Healthy Checkout Ordinance 2ndreading, 3. Bid solicitations $325,000, 4. Revenue Contract »$6 million Dept of Health Care Services, 5. Lease Agreement 225 University – Qasemi Abdul Moqim dba Berkeley Sportsman Center, 6. Measure T1 Phase 1 Project List Additions, 7. Resumption of fees at Oregon Senior Apartments, 8. Revenue Grant FY 2020-2021 $51,000 Alcohol Beverage Control, 9. Amend Contract add $230,000 (T1) total $5,616,293 renovation 2640 MLK Way Adult Mental Health Services, 10. Contract award First Carbon Solutions for CEQA compliance for Solid Waste & Recycling Transfer Station Replacement Project, 11. a.&b. Compiling Homeless Commission Recommendations in a Reference Manual, 12. Authorize installation of Security Cameras at the Marina, 13. Oppose Proposition 22 which exempts Lyft, Uber, DoorDash have invested $181 million to be exempt from providing employee benefits, 14. Amend Council Rules of Procedures so that Council submitted items be placed directly on the agenda to allow the whole Council to review and take action on the submitted item to ensure equity in the process, 15. Support Proposition 16 removes ban on affirmative action, 16. Step Up Housing Allocation of Measure P Funds to lease and operate at 1367 University,17. Removal of Traffic Bollards at intersection of Fairview and California, 18. Enforce Bi-weekly (once every 2 weeks) residential cleaning measures to address encampments and promote clean streets, Presentation:19. 2019 Crime Report and 5 Year Use of Force Report,Public Hearing:20. Bond 1717 University rental housing development, 21. ZAB appeal 1346 Ordway, ACTION:22. Support for Community Refrigerators (cost) $8000, 23. Request Congress to introduce “the Breathe Act,” 24. Proposed Navigable Cities Framework – access for People with Disabilities in Berkeley (expect to be rescheduled to October 20), INFORMATION: LPC Annual Report to Council
Wednesday, October 14, 2020
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board Security Deposit: Rights and Responsibilities webinar designed for tenants and landlords, go to website to register for conference links/logins
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Disaster and Fire Safety Commission,7 https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Disaster_and_Fire_Safety_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/92385957075
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 923 8595 7075
Agenda Action: 7. Recommendation to Council based on findings of newly formed Berkeley-Oakland-Regional Parks-UC Working Group regarding Grizzly Peak Blvd. Discussion: 8. Measure T1, 9. ADU Urgency Ordinance, 10. Fire Tax Ballot Measure FF,
Parks and Waterfront Commission,7 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Parks_and_Waterfront_Commission.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/93075568475
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 930 7556 8475
Agenda: 5. Public Comment, 8. T1 Phase 1 Update, b. Council adding T1 Projects, 9. T1 Phase 2 Project Recommendation Process, PRW unfunded lists, 10. Subcommittee to process community feedback, 11. Potential criteria for T1 Phase 2 project selection,
Ashby and North Berkeley BART Community Advisory Group, 6 – 9 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/bartplanning/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/99872028689?pwd=bUZhUnBGTnZtdGRpc25McTlEc2Fpdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 998 7202 8689
Agenda Financial Feasibility:What makes a development project work, Building Height and Affordable Housing (higher levels of affordable housing), Open Space, Infrastructure and Parking
Police Review Commission,7 – 10 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87070468124
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 870 7046 8124
Agenda: 4. Public Comment, 7. Chief of Police Report, 8. Lexipol Policies Subcommittee, 9. a. Whether BPD has written policy on no-knock warrants and whether to establish a subcommittee policy, b. Policy complaint for towing and storage, 11. Closed Session Berkeley Police Association v. City of Berkeley Case No. 2002 057569
Thursday, October 15, 2020
Annual Shakeout 10:15 am Earthquake preparedness drill
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/City_Manager/Press_Releases/2020/2020-10-08_Drop,_cover,_and_hold_on_at_10_15am_October_15.aspx
Design Review Committee
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/designreview/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/92600940639
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 926 0094 0639
2352 Shattuck (1.)– Final Design – split lot in two, construct two 8-story mixed-use 204 units (14 very low income) 90 ground-level parking spaces
2210 Harold Way (2.) – Continued Preliminary Design – 7-story, 38 dwellings with total of 135 bedrooms, storage for 48 bicycles (designed for students, 3 and 4 bedroom with galley kitchens, and no living room, no affordable units)
1200 San Pablo (3.)– Preliminary Design – demolish three existing commercial buildings, construct 6-story mixed use with 104 units (including 9 very low income), 55 ground level parking spaces
DISCUSSION: Guidelines for Downtown Street and Open Space Improvements (SOSIP) https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Downtown_Area_Plan/Streets_and_Open_Space_Improvement_Plan.aspx
Fair Campaign Practices (FCPC) – Open Government Commissions (OGC),7 pm
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/FCPC/
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82025317005?pwd=b1U3d3FYTDZFVm0vejRPTmFJdEVQd%20z09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 820 2531 7005
Agenda FCPC: 6. Complaint alleging violation of BERA (Failure to identify funding source) by Bahman Ahmandi, Soulmaz Panahi, Dan McDunn, Wendy Saenz Hood Neufield and Home Owners for Berkeley Rent Board, 7. Enforcement referrals from the office of the City Clerk, a. Berkeley Community for Police Oversight Committee supporting Police Commission Oversight Charter Amendment, b. Maria Poblet for Rent Board, OGC:9. Complaintfiled by Martin and Olga Schwartz relating to ZAB, 10. Brown Act Presentation, 11. Conflict of Interest Presentation, FCPC/OGC 12. Officeholder Accounts.
Measure T1 Phase 2 – Public Meeting – District 2/3,6:30 – 8:30 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/MeasureT1Events/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/97372069574
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 973 7206 9574
Transportation Commission, 7 pm, listed as meeting, no agenda posted, check after Monday
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Transportation_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Friday, October 16 2020 -- Saturday, October 17, 2020 -- Sunday, October 18, 2020
No City meetings or events found
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
1346 Ordway, 10/13/2020
0 (2435) San Pablo (group living) – 1/19/2021
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits With End of Appeal Period
1850 Arch 10/13/2020
1862 Arch 10/13/2020
6029 Chabolyn 10/20/2020
1217 Hopkins 10/12/2020
1526 Sixth 10/12/2020
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LPC NOD 2277 Shattuck, 1915 Berryman, 2328 Channing,
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSESSIONS
Oct 13 -Ohlone History 5 pm
Oct 20 –Navigable Cities, UC Long Range Development Plan
Jan 12 –Update Zero Waste Priorities, Undergrounding Task Force Update
Feb 16 -BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry
March 16 –date open for scheduling
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Update Berkeley’s 2020 Vision
Cannabis Health Considerations
Berkeley Police Department Hiring Practices (referred by Public Safety Committee)
Systems Realignment
Digital Strategic Plan/FUND$ Replacement Website Update,
October 4 - October 11, 2020
Worth Noting:
The two most important events/meetings this week are the Mayor Forum sponsored by Berkeley Neighborhood Council (BNC) Saturday from 10 am – 12 pm https://cccconfer.zoom.us/j/97241233902 and T1 which is about what gets fixed. There is also a 3rd meeting to check Thursday morning, Budget and Finance. T1 is important as the Mayor and Council through recent votes on the Civic Center Plan demonstrate greater interest in building themselves new chambers than fixing streets and sidewalks.
Measure T1 Community Meetings are every Thursday in October from 6:30 – 8:30 pm.Note that every Thursday evening except October 29thT1 will conflict with at least one normally scheduled Board/Commission meeting that starts at 7 pm.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/MeasureT1Events/
Tuesday the Mayor will do the self-promoting State of the City – the zoom meeting link is still not posted. And, the Mayor and Council are finally doing the City Manager evaluation behind closed doors which is about 4 years overdue.
The agenda for the October 13 Regular City Council meeting is available for comment.
Sunday, October 4, 2020
No City meetings or events found
Monday, October 5, 2020
City Council Public Safety Committee, 10:30
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Public_Safety.aspx
Videoconference:https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89922921893
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 899 2292 1893
Agenda: 2. Improving Hate Crimes Reporting and Response, 3. Introduce and Ordinance permanently banning use of less lethal weaponry, chemical irritants, smoke projectiles, acoustic weapons, directed energy weapons, water cannons, disorientation devices and ultrasonic cannons used by police on civilians.
Civic Arts Commission Public Art Subcommittee, 1 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CivicArtsCommissionHomepage/
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83392008428
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 833 9200 8428
Agenda: 4. Pre-qualified Public Art Consults List and FY 2021 public art budget
IRA/AGA/Registration Committee Meeting, 5 pm,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/92752447419?pwd=QVh2dlY0WVJBWUVXQlNmR3pLRkF2UT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 927 5244 7419 Passcode: 376831
Agenda: 5. Discussion regarding Board’s ability align Rent Ordinance BMC13.76 with Tenant Protection Ordinance BMC 13.79.060, 6. Discussion proposed changes to City’s housing code, 7. Golden Duplexes evidentiary standard BMC 13.76.050F and H and auto-renewal lease issues.
Tuesday, October 6, 2020
City Council Closed Session, 2:30 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2020/10_Oct/City_Council__10-06-2020_-_Closed_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81726473970
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 817 2647 3970
Agenda:Performance Evaluation – City Manager
Rent Board Eviction / Section 8 / Foreclosure Committee Meeting, 5:30 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/97222335829?pwd=Vk44a041ckdGTmg5dDlWUk9WcTB6Zz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 972 2233 5829 Passcode: 515557
Agenda: 6. Discussion – possible action distressed properties report, 7. Discussion - possible action Ellis Bill report.
Mayor – The State of the City, 6 pm
https://www.jessearreguin.com/sotc
Videoconference: not available check website for link/update
Teleconference: Meeting ID: not available check website link/update
Wednesday, October 7, 2020
City Council Facilities, Infrastructure, Transportation, Environment & Sustainability Committee, 2:30 pm,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Facilities,_Infrastructure,_Transportation,_Environment,___Sustainability.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88167316263
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 881 6731 6263
Agenda: 2. Ordinance Amending BMC 7.52 Reducing Tax Imposed for Qualifying Electrification, Energy Efficiency and Water Conservation Retrofits, 3. Updates to BESO (Building Energy Savings Ordinance), 4. Bright Streets Initiative (street markings near schools) 5. Initiate a Citywide Regional and International Just Transition to a Regenerative Economy to Address the Climate Emergency. 6. Update from Public Works
Homeless Services Panel of Experts, 7 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Homeless_Services_Panel_of_Experts.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/94698299750
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 946 9829 9750
Agenda: 6. Agenda and Work Plan Subcommittee recommendations on schedule, bylaws, reporting, 7. Discussion of approach to more representative membership,
Planning Commission, 7 – 10 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/94801457100
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 9480145 7100
Agenda: 9. Discussion – Business Support Zoning Amendment referrals – amusement device arcades and arts district overlay expansion
Thursday, October 8, 2020
City Council Budget & Finance Committee, 11am– 1 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Budget___Finance.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85279471667
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 852 7947 1667
Agenda:2. Open West Campus and MLK Jr Pool to implement the City of Berkeley Shower Program at these locations and provide Community shower during the Pandemic, 3. Housing Trust Fund, 4. Declare Juneteenth as City Holiday, 5. Amend Berkeley’s Property Tax Measures and Restore Tax Esuity by Changing the Sq Footage Tax Imposition through comprehensive verification process. 6. Update from Public Works regarding the financial status of the on-street and off-street parking funds, 7. Annual Appropriation Discussion, 8. General Fund Reserve Replenishment Discussion.
City Council Closed Session, 4 - 6 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2020/10_Oct/City_Council__10-08-2020_-_Closed_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84664035815
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 846 6403 5815
Agenda: Performance Evaluation – City Manager
Measure T1 Phase 2 – Public Meeting – District 5/6,6:30 – 8:30 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/MeasureT1Events/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/93056814145
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 930 5681 4145
Zoning Adjustment Board, 7 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/97342371230
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 973 4237 1230
2. on consent - 1920 Vine – increase building height to add 350 sq ft 3rdfloor addition, construct rear decks, modify side windows, remove accessory structure and replace with 3 car garage,
3. on consent – 1510 Walnut Units A-F– establish pet store use including grooming in existing retail space in commercial district,
4. action staff advise dismiss appeal – 2221 Carleton– expand existing 1,128 sq ft 1-story single-family dwelling on 4500 sq ft non-conforming parcel, raise existing building, add new ground floor and extension 849 sq ft ADU, increase height to 28’ 1” add 5thbedroom excluding ADU, move structure 2’ north to conform to required front yard setback of 20’
Quit Smoking Class Session 1 of 8 – 6 – 8 pm (free)
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=16969
Pre-register: https://www.surveyanalytics.com/t/AI0IRZOlYH
Friday, October 9, 2020
City offices closed
Saturday, October 10, 2020
Berkeley Neighborhood Council Mayor Forum
Videoconference: https://cccconfer.zoom.us/j/97241233902
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 or 1-253-215-8782 Meeting ID: 972 4123 3902
Sunday, October 11, 2020
No City meetings or events found
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October 13, 6 pm Regular City Council meeting available for comment.
Email: [email protected]
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
City Council Agenda for October 13, 6 pm, CONSENT: 1. Extend grace period for Fair Chance housing to Jan 1, 2021, 2. Healthy Checkout Ordinance 2ndreading, 3. Bid solicitations $325,000, 4. Revenue Contract »$6 million Dept of Health Care Services, 5. Lease Agreement 225 University – Qasemi Abdul Moqim dba Berkeley Sportsman Center, 6. Measure T1 Phase 1 Project List Additions, 7. Resumption of fees at Oregon Senior Apartments, 8. Revenue Grant FY 2020-2021 $51,000 Alcohol Beverage Control, 9. Amend Contract add $230,000 (T1) total $5,616,293 renovation 2640 MLK Way Adult Mental Health Services, 10. Contract award First Carbon Solutions for CEQA compliance for Solid Waste & Recycling Transfer Station Replacement Project, 11. a.&b. Compiling Homeless Commission Recommendations in a Reference Manual, 12. Authorize installation of Security Cameras at the Marina, 13. Oppose Proposition 22 which exempts Lyft, Uber, DoorDash have invested $181 million to be exempt from providing employee benefits, 14. Amend Council Rules of Procedures so that Council submitted items be placed directly on the agenda to allow the whole Council to review and take action on the submitted item to ensure equity in the process, 15. Support Proposition 16 removes ban on affirmative action, 16. Step Up Housing Allocation of Measure P Funds to lease and operate at 1367 University, 17. Removal of Traffic Bollards at intersection of Fairview and California, 18. Enforce Bi-weekly (once every 2 weeks) residential cleaning measures to address encampments and promote clean streets, Presentation:19. 2019 Crime Report and 5 Year Use of Force Report, Public Hearing:20. Bond 1717 University rental housing development, 21. ZAB appeal 1346 Ordway, ACTION:22. Support for Community Refrigerators (cost) $8000, 23. Request Congress to introduce “the Breathe Act,” 24. Proposed Navigable Cities Framework – access for People with Disabilities in Berkeley (expect to be rescheduled to October 20), INFORMATION: LPC Annual Report to Council
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
1346 Ordway, 10/13/2020
0 (245) San Pablo - TBD
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits With End of Appeal Period
1850 Arch 10/13/2020
1862 Arch 10/13/2020
1528 Berkeley Way 10/6/2020
6029 Chabolyn 10/20/2020
1217 Hopkins 10/12/2020
2800 MLK Jr Way 10/8/2020
2526 Mathews 10/6/2020
1224 Queens 10/6/2020
1526 Sixth 10/12/2020
2412 Woolsey 10/7/2020
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LPC NOD 2277 Shattuck, 1915 Berryman, 2328 Channing,
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
___________________
WORKSESSIONS
Oct 13 -Ohlone History 5 pm
Oct 20 –Navigable Cities, UC Long Range Development Plan
Jan 12 –Update Zero Waste Priorities, Undergrounding Task Force Update
Feb 16 -BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry
March 16 –date open for scheduling
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Update Berkeley’s 2020 Vision
Cannabis Health Considerations
Berkeley Police Department Hiring Practices (referred by Public Safety Committee)
Systems Realignment
Digital Strategic Plan/FUND$ Replacement Website Update,
_____________________
This meeting list is also posted in the Berkeley Daily Planet under activist’s calendar http://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
Worth Noting:
The two most important events/meetings this week are the Mayor Forum sponsored by Berkeley Neighborhood Council (BNC) Saturday from 10 am – 12 pm https://cccconfer.zoom.us/j/97241233902 and T1 which is about what gets fixed. There is also a 3rd meeting to check Thursday morning, Budget and Finance. T1 is important as the Mayor and Council through recent votes on the Civic Center Plan demonstrate greater interest in building themselves new chambers than fixing streets and sidewalks.
Measure T1 Community Meetings are every Thursday in October from 6:30 – 8:30 pm.Note that every Thursday evening except October 29thT1 will conflict with at least one normally scheduled Board/Commission meeting that starts at 7 pm.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/MeasureT1Events/
Tuesday the Mayor will do the self-promoting State of the City – the zoom meeting link is still not posted. And, the Mayor and Council are finally doing the City Manager evaluation behind closed doors which is about 4 years overdue.
The agenda for the October 13 Regular City Council meeting is available for comment.
Sunday, October 4, 2020
No City meetings or events found
Monday, October 5, 2020
City Council Public Safety Committee, 10:30
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Public_Safety.aspx
Videoconference:https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89922921893
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 899 2292 1893
Agenda: 2. Improving Hate Crimes Reporting and Response, 3. Introduce and Ordinance permanently banning use of less lethal weaponry, chemical irritants, smoke projectiles, acoustic weapons, directed energy weapons, water cannons, disorientation devices and ultrasonic cannons used by police on civilians.
Civic Arts Commission Public Art Subcommittee, 1 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CivicArtsCommissionHomepage/
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83392008428
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 833 9200 8428
Agenda: 4. Pre-qualified Public Art Consults List and FY 2021 public art budget
IRA/AGA/Registration Committee Meeting, 5 pm,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/92752447419?pwd=QVh2dlY0WVJBWUVXQlNmR3pLRkF2UT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 927 5244 7419 Passcode: 376831
Agenda: 5. Discussion regarding Board’s ability align Rent Ordinance BMC13.76 with Tenant Protection Ordinance BMC 13.79.060, 6. Discussion proposed changes to City’s housing code, 7. Golden Duplexes evidentiary standard BMC 13.76.050F and H and auto-renewal lease issues.
Tuesday, October 6, 2020
City Council Closed Session, 2:30 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2020/10_Oct/City_Council__10-06-2020_-_Closed_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81726473970
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 817 2647 3970
Agenda:Performance Evaluation – City Manager
Rent Board Eviction / Section 8 / Foreclosure Committee Meeting, 5:30 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/97222335829?pwd=Vk44a041ckdGTmg5dDlWUk9WcTB6Zz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 972 2233 5829 Passcode: 515557
Agenda: 6. Discussion – possible action distressed properties report, 7. Discussion - possible action Ellis Bill report.
Mayor – The State of the City, 6 pm
https://www.jessearreguin.com/sotc
Videoconference: not available check website for link/update
Teleconference: Meeting ID: not available check website link/update
Wednesday, October 7, 2020
City Council Facilities, Infrastructure, Transportation, Environment & Sustainability Committee, 2:30 pm,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Facilities,_Infrastructure,_Transportation,_Environment,___Sustainability.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88167316263
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 881 6731 6263
Agenda: 2. Ordinance Amending BMC 7.52 Reducing Tax Imposed for Qualifying Electrification, Energy Efficiency and Water Conservation Retrofits, 3. Updates to BESO (Building Energy Savings Ordinance), 4. Bright Streets Initiative (street markings near schools) 5. Initiate a Citywide Regional and International Just Transition to a Regenerative Economy to Address the Climate Emergency. 6. Update from Public Works
Homeless Services Panel of Experts, 7 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Homeless_Services_Panel_of_Experts.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/94698299750
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 946 9829 9750
Agenda: 6. Agenda and Work Plan Subcommittee recommendations on schedule, bylaws, reporting, 7. Discussion of approach to more representative membership,
Planning Commission, 7 – 10 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/94801457100
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 9480145 7100
Agenda: 9. Discussion – Business Support Zoning Amendment referrals – amusement device arcades and arts district overlay expansion
Thursday, October 8, 2020
City Council Budget & Finance Committee, 11am– 1 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Budget___Finance.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85279471667
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 852 7947 1667
Agenda:2. Open West Campus and MLK Jr Pool to implement the City of Berkeley Shower Program at these locations and provide Community shower during the Pandemic, 3. Housing Trust Fund, 4. Declare Juneteenth as City Holiday, 5. Amend Berkeley’s Property Tax Measures and Restore Tax Esuity by Changing the Sq Footage Tax Imposition through comprehensive verification process. 6. Update from Public Works regarding the financial status of the on-street and off-street parking funds, 7. Annual Appropriation Discussion, 8. General Fund Reserve Replenishment Discussion.
City Council Closed Session, 4 - 6 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2020/10_Oct/City_Council__10-08-2020_-_Closed_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84664035815
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 846 6403 5815
Agenda: Performance Evaluation – City Manager
Measure T1 Phase 2 – Public Meeting – District 5/6,6:30 – 8:30 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/MeasureT1Events/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/93056814145
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 930 5681 4145
Zoning Adjustment Board, 7 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/97342371230
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 973 4237 1230
2. on consent - 1920 Vine – increase building height to add 350 sq ft 3rdfloor addition, construct rear decks, modify side windows, remove accessory structure and replace with 3 car garage,
3. on consent – 1510 Walnut Units A-F– establish pet store use including grooming in existing retail space in commercial district,
4. action staff advise dismiss appeal – 2221 Carleton– expand existing 1,128 sq ft 1-story single-family dwelling on 4500 sq ft non-conforming parcel, raise existing building, add new ground floor and extension 849 sq ft ADU, increase height to 28’ 1” add 5thbedroom excluding ADU, move structure 2’ north to conform to required front yard setback of 20’
Quit Smoking Class Session 1 of 8 – 6 – 8 pm (free)
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=16969
Pre-register: https://www.surveyanalytics.com/t/AI0IRZOlYH
Friday, October 9, 2020
City offices closed
Saturday, October 10, 2020
Berkeley Neighborhood Council Mayor Forum
Videoconference: https://cccconfer.zoom.us/j/97241233902
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 or 1-253-215-8782 Meeting ID: 972 4123 3902
Sunday, October 11, 2020
No City meetings or events found
_______________________________________________________________
October 13, 6 pm Regular City Council meeting available for comment.
Email: [email protected]
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
City Council Agenda for October 13, 6 pm, CONSENT: 1. Extend grace period for Fair Chance housing to Jan 1, 2021, 2. Healthy Checkout Ordinance 2ndreading, 3. Bid solicitations $325,000, 4. Revenue Contract »$6 million Dept of Health Care Services, 5. Lease Agreement 225 University – Qasemi Abdul Moqim dba Berkeley Sportsman Center, 6. Measure T1 Phase 1 Project List Additions, 7. Resumption of fees at Oregon Senior Apartments, 8. Revenue Grant FY 2020-2021 $51,000 Alcohol Beverage Control, 9. Amend Contract add $230,000 (T1) total $5,616,293 renovation 2640 MLK Way Adult Mental Health Services, 10. Contract award First Carbon Solutions for CEQA compliance for Solid Waste & Recycling Transfer Station Replacement Project, 11. a.&b. Compiling Homeless Commission Recommendations in a Reference Manual, 12. Authorize installation of Security Cameras at the Marina, 13. Oppose Proposition 22 which exempts Lyft, Uber, DoorDash have invested $181 million to be exempt from providing employee benefits, 14. Amend Council Rules of Procedures so that Council submitted items be placed directly on the agenda to allow the whole Council to review and take action on the submitted item to ensure equity in the process, 15. Support Proposition 16 removes ban on affirmative action, 16. Step Up Housing Allocation of Measure P Funds to lease and operate at 1367 University, 17. Removal of Traffic Bollards at intersection of Fairview and California, 18. Enforce Bi-weekly (once every 2 weeks) residential cleaning measures to address encampments and promote clean streets, Presentation:19. 2019 Crime Report and 5 Year Use of Force Report, Public Hearing:20. Bond 1717 University rental housing development, 21. ZAB appeal 1346 Ordway, ACTION:22. Support for Community Refrigerators (cost) $8000, 23. Request Congress to introduce “the Breathe Act,” 24. Proposed Navigable Cities Framework – access for People with Disabilities in Berkeley (expect to be rescheduled to October 20), INFORMATION: LPC Annual Report to Council
____________________
Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
1346 Ordway, 10/13/2020
0 (245) San Pablo - TBD
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits With End of Appeal Period
1850 Arch 10/13/2020
1862 Arch 10/13/2020
1528 Berkeley Way 10/6/2020
6029 Chabolyn 10/20/2020
1217 Hopkins 10/12/2020
2800 MLK Jr Way 10/8/2020
2526 Mathews 10/6/2020
1224 Queens 10/6/2020
1526 Sixth 10/12/2020
2412 Woolsey 10/7/2020
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LPC NOD 2277 Shattuck, 1915 Berryman, 2328 Channing,
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
___________________
WORKSESSIONS
Oct 13 -Ohlone History 5 pm
Oct 20 –Navigable Cities, UC Long Range Development Plan
Jan 12 –Update Zero Waste Priorities, Undergrounding Task Force Update
Feb 16 -BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry
March 16 –date open for scheduling
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Update Berkeley’s 2020 Vision
Cannabis Health Considerations
Berkeley Police Department Hiring Practices (referred by Public Safety Committee)
Systems Realignment
Digital Strategic Plan/FUND$ Replacement Website Update,
_____________________
This meeting list is also posted in the Berkeley Daily Planet under activist’s calendar http://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
September 27 - October 4, 2020
Worth Noting:
Each day feels like a month so much is happening. It is taking longer and longer to sort through all the emails, websites and read the documents to do my best to not miss anything.
Red Flag warning with the heat wave is now through Monday at 11 am
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/City_Manager/Press_Releases/2020/2020-09-25_Red_Flag_Warning_for_the_Berkeley_hills.aspx
Expect it to be extended– please do not BBQ or use power tools in your yard in the hills (a moment of distraction can spell disaster), be ready to evacuate. Narrow streets in the hills need to be clear for emergency vehicles. Park in your driveway by backing in with your vehicle facing the street ready for a quick evacuation.
Measure T1 Community Meetings are every Thursday in October from 6:30 – 8:30 pm.Note that every Thursday evening except October 29thT1 will conflict with at least one normally scheduled Board/Commission meeting that starts at 7 pm.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/MeasureT1Events/
The City Council did pass in the dark of the night at 12:10 am to implement the Civic Center Plan. They just couldn’t decide which design they liked best in a presentation that started after 11 pm. This was, of course, after Mayor Arreguin stated to several members of the public prior to the meeting that no action would be taken and I have one of those communications.
How to be ready if Trump tries to pull a coup – 10 things you need to know to stop a coup
https://www.nationofchange.org/2020/09/19/10-things-you-need-to-know-to-stop-a-coup/
The West Berkeley Shellmound site at 1900 Fourth street has been placed on the National Trust for Historic Preservation as one of America’s 11 most Endangered Places https://shellmound.org
Sunday, September 27, 2020 and Monday, September 28, 2020
Yom Kippur begins at sunset and ends at sunset on Monday
Red Flag Warningfor Berkeley Hills now ends at 11 am Monday expect it to be extended
Tuesday, September 29, 2020
City Council Health, Life Enrichment, Equity & Community Committee, 10 am,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Health,_Life_Enrichment,_Equity___Community.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84529365947
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 845 2936 5947
Agenda: 3.a&b. Smoke-Free Multi-Unit Housing Ordinance, 4. Presentation Public Health Implications for unsanitary conditions at Aquatic Park, 5. Declare Racism as a Public Health Crisis, with action plan
Police Review Commission – Subcommittee on Police Acquisition & Use of Controlled Equipment Ordinance, 12 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87979306346
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 879 7930 6346
Agenda and Rules Committee, 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86427223728
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 864 2722 3728
Agenda Planning for October 13, 6 pm, CONSENT: 1. Extend grace period for Fair Chance housing to Jan 1, 2021, 2. Healthy Checkout Ordinance 2ndreading, 3. Bid solicitations $325,000, 4. Revenue Contract »$6 million Dept of Health Care Services, 5. Lease Agreement 225 University – Qasemi Abdul Moqim dba Berkeley Sportsman Center, 6. Measure T1 Phase 1 Project List Additions, 7. Resumption of fees at Oregon Senior Apartments, 8. Revenue Grant FY 2020-2021 $51,000 Alcohol Beverage Control, 9. Amend Contract add $230,000 (T1) total $5,616,293 renovation 2640 MLK Way Adult Mental Health Services, 10. Contract award First Carbon Solutions for CEQA compliance for Solid Waster & Recycling Transfer Station Replacement Project, 11. & 12. Oppose Proposition 22 which exempts Lyft, Uber, DoorDash have invested $181 million to be exempt from providing employee benefits, 13. Support Proposition 16 removes ban on affirmative action, ACTION:14. Bond 1717 University rental housing development, 15. ZAB appeal 1346 Ordway, 16. 2019 Crime Report and Five Year Use of Force Report, 17. Proposed Navigable Cities Framework – access for People with Disabilitiesin Berkeley, 18. Support for Community Refrigerators (cost) $8000, 19. Request Congress to introduce “the Breathe Act,” 20. UCB Long Range Development Plan Update and Housing Projects #1 and #2,21. a.&b. Compiling reference manual of recommendations from the Homeless Commission, 22. Amend Council Rules of Procedures so that Council submitted items be placed directly on the agenda rather than referring to policy committee first, 23. Authorize installation of Security Cameras at the Marina, 24. Ordinance permanently banning the use of less lethal weaponry,chemical irritants, smoke projectiles, acoustic weapons, directed energy weapons, water canons, disorientation devices and ultrasonic cannons used by police on civilians, 25. Step Up Housing Allocation of Measure P Funds to lease and operate at 1367 University, 26. Removal of Traffic Bollards at intersection of Fairview and California, 27. Enforce Bi-weekly residential cleaning measures to address encampments and promote clean streets, INFORMATION REPORTS:LPC Annual Report. Unscheduled items: 9. Commission Reorganization, 10. BERA prohibit Officeholder Accounts, 11. Relinquishments and grants from Councilmembers’ office budgets, UNFINISHED BUSINESS FOR SCHEDULING: 1. Kitchen Exhaust Hood Ventilation, 2. Opt Up GHG emissions-free electricity plans, 3. Surveillance Technology, 4. Vote No Confidence in the Police Chief.
(packet 238 pages)
Berkeley City Council, Tuesday, 6:00 pm – 11:00 pm,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
4 pm Closed Session – Existing Litigation
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84573644176
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 845 7364 4176
Agenda: 1. a. CTIA V City of Berkeley 15-cv-02529-EMC, b. Stahlschmidt v. City of Berkeley RG 20069713
6 pm Special Session - Vision 2050 Task Force Recommendations
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89084364433
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 890 8436 4433
Agenda: (74 pages) restates the obvious problems: fire, drought, aging infrastructure, sea level rise, earthquakes with areas of liquefaction and landslides, not enough money to fix everything and no real direction.
Bay Area SunShares Sept 29 at 12 – 1 pm and in October, Go to website to pre-register and receive links https://www.bayareasunshares.org/webinars
East Bay Community Energy (EBCE)12 – 1 pm,offering Resilient Home program solar and battery with $1250 incentive, Go to website to pre-register and receive links
https://ebce.org/news-and-events/#section-3
First Presidential Debate,6 – 7:30 pm PDT,
Wednesday, September 30, 2020
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board – Landlord 101 – Webinar, 10 – 11:30 am
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Go to website to pre-register and receive links
Planning Commission – Special Meeting, 7 – 10 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/97055841131
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 970 5584 1131
Agenda: Continued Public Hearing Draft Adeline Corridor Plan, General Plan and FEIR and consider recommending adoption by City Council.
Police Review Commission, 7 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89704556640
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 897 0455 6640
Agenda: Proposed Ordinance on the Use and Acquisition of Controlled Equipment as finalized on 9/29/2020 by the subcommittee
Electric Cars 101, 5 - 6 pm,rebates, incentives, vehicle range, charging, go to Eventbrite to preregister and receive links https://www.eventbrite.com/e/electric-cars-101-tickets-118065821049
East Bay Community Energy (EBCE), 6-7 pm,offering Resilient Home program solar and battery with $1250 incentive, go to website to preregister and receive links https://ebce.org/news-and-events/#section-3
Thursday, October 1, 2020
City Council Land Use, Housing & Economic Development Committee, 10:30 am,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Land_Use,_Housing___Economic_Development.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84357187833
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 843 5718 7833
Agenda: 3.a.&b.Amending Source of Income Discrimination Ordinance from Homeless Commission to establish enforcement procedure,
Cannabis Commission on community calendar as meeting, no meeting posted check later
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/MedicalCannabis/
Landmarks Preservation Commission,7 – 11:30 pm
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/landmarkspreservationcommission/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/94915951501
Teleconference: 1-699-900-6833 Meeting ID: 949 1595 1501
Agenda: Berkeley’s Civic Center Vision and Implementation Plan,
1 Orchard Lane - Steilberg House – Landmark or Structure of Merit,
2939 Dwight Way - Smythe House – Landmark or Structure of Merit,
2136 San Pablo – Demolition referral
2136 San Pablo – Borg Building– Landmark or Structure of Merit,
2210 Harold Way – Demolition Referral
1325 Arch Street – Schneider House – consider request to initiate landmark or structure of merit designation
Civic Arts Commission, 6 pm- Berkeley Cultural Trust is hosting a Candidates Forum on the Arts, Thursday, Go to website to pre-register and receive links https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_8eevIT3aTZGPQ3LUWm2LJg
Public Works Commission – no agenda posted check later for commission meeting
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Public_Works_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Measure T1 Phase 2 – Public Meeting – District 7/8,6:30 – 8:30 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/MeasureT1Events/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/97867174185
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 978 6717 4185
Drive and Ride Electric, 1 - 3 pm,financing, rebates, incentives and other local resources presented by the City of Richmond https://driveelectricweek.org/event?eventid=2195
Friday, October 2, 2020, Saturday, October 3, 2020 and Sunday, October 4, 2020
No City meetings or events found
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
1346 Ordway, 10/13/2020
0 (245) San Pablo - TBD
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits With End of Appeal Period
1528 Berkeley Way 10/6/2020
932 Delaware 9/29/2020
2000 Dwight Way 9/29/2020
1805 Eastshore 9/29/2020
2327 Fifth 9/22/2020
12 Indian Rock Path 10/6/2020
1235 Josephine 10/1/2020
2800 MLK Jr Way 10/8/2020
2526 MLK Jr Way 10/1/2020
2526 Mathews 10/6/2020
1229 Neilson 9/29/2020
2523-2525 Tenth 9/16/2020
2121 Woolsey 9/29/2020
2412 Woolsey 10/7/2020
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LPC NOD 2277 Shattuck, 1915 Berryman, 2328 Channing
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx___________________
WORKSESSIONS
Sept 29 –Vision 2050
Oct 13 -Ohlone History 5 pm
Oct 20 –Update Berkeley’s 2020 Vision, Undergrounding Task Force Update
Jan 12 –Update Zero Waste Priorities
Feb 16 -BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry
March 16 –date open for scheduling
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Presentation from StopWaste on SB 1383
Berkeley Police Department Hiring Practices (referred by Public Safety Committee)
Systems Realignment
Digital Strategic Plan/FUND$ Replacement Website Update,
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School Board and Regional meetings are not reviewed for this summary.
Worth Noting:
Each day feels like a month so much is happening. It is taking longer and longer to sort through all the emails, websites and read the documents to do my best to not miss anything.
Red Flag warning with the heat wave is now through Monday at 11 am
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/City_Manager/Press_Releases/2020/2020-09-25_Red_Flag_Warning_for_the_Berkeley_hills.aspx
Expect it to be extended– please do not BBQ or use power tools in your yard in the hills (a moment of distraction can spell disaster), be ready to evacuate. Narrow streets in the hills need to be clear for emergency vehicles. Park in your driveway by backing in with your vehicle facing the street ready for a quick evacuation.
Measure T1 Community Meetings are every Thursday in October from 6:30 – 8:30 pm.Note that every Thursday evening except October 29thT1 will conflict with at least one normally scheduled Board/Commission meeting that starts at 7 pm.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/MeasureT1Events/
The City Council did pass in the dark of the night at 12:10 am to implement the Civic Center Plan. They just couldn’t decide which design they liked best in a presentation that started after 11 pm. This was, of course, after Mayor Arreguin stated to several members of the public prior to the meeting that no action would be taken and I have one of those communications.
How to be ready if Trump tries to pull a coup – 10 things you need to know to stop a coup
https://www.nationofchange.org/2020/09/19/10-things-you-need-to-know-to-stop-a-coup/
The West Berkeley Shellmound site at 1900 Fourth street has been placed on the National Trust for Historic Preservation as one of America’s 11 most Endangered Places https://shellmound.org
Sunday, September 27, 2020 and Monday, September 28, 2020
Yom Kippur begins at sunset and ends at sunset on Monday
Red Flag Warningfor Berkeley Hills now ends at 11 am Monday expect it to be extended
Tuesday, September 29, 2020
City Council Health, Life Enrichment, Equity & Community Committee, 10 am,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Health,_Life_Enrichment,_Equity___Community.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84529365947
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 845 2936 5947
Agenda: 3.a&b. Smoke-Free Multi-Unit Housing Ordinance, 4. Presentation Public Health Implications for unsanitary conditions at Aquatic Park, 5. Declare Racism as a Public Health Crisis, with action plan
Police Review Commission – Subcommittee on Police Acquisition & Use of Controlled Equipment Ordinance, 12 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87979306346
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 879 7930 6346
Agenda and Rules Committee, 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86427223728
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 864 2722 3728
Agenda Planning for October 13, 6 pm, CONSENT: 1. Extend grace period for Fair Chance housing to Jan 1, 2021, 2. Healthy Checkout Ordinance 2ndreading, 3. Bid solicitations $325,000, 4. Revenue Contract »$6 million Dept of Health Care Services, 5. Lease Agreement 225 University – Qasemi Abdul Moqim dba Berkeley Sportsman Center, 6. Measure T1 Phase 1 Project List Additions, 7. Resumption of fees at Oregon Senior Apartments, 8. Revenue Grant FY 2020-2021 $51,000 Alcohol Beverage Control, 9. Amend Contract add $230,000 (T1) total $5,616,293 renovation 2640 MLK Way Adult Mental Health Services, 10. Contract award First Carbon Solutions for CEQA compliance for Solid Waster & Recycling Transfer Station Replacement Project, 11. & 12. Oppose Proposition 22 which exempts Lyft, Uber, DoorDash have invested $181 million to be exempt from providing employee benefits, 13. Support Proposition 16 removes ban on affirmative action, ACTION:14. Bond 1717 University rental housing development, 15. ZAB appeal 1346 Ordway, 16. 2019 Crime Report and Five Year Use of Force Report, 17. Proposed Navigable Cities Framework – access for People with Disabilitiesin Berkeley, 18. Support for Community Refrigerators (cost) $8000, 19. Request Congress to introduce “the Breathe Act,” 20. UCB Long Range Development Plan Update and Housing Projects #1 and #2,21. a.&b. Compiling reference manual of recommendations from the Homeless Commission, 22. Amend Council Rules of Procedures so that Council submitted items be placed directly on the agenda rather than referring to policy committee first, 23. Authorize installation of Security Cameras at the Marina, 24. Ordinance permanently banning the use of less lethal weaponry,chemical irritants, smoke projectiles, acoustic weapons, directed energy weapons, water canons, disorientation devices and ultrasonic cannons used by police on civilians, 25. Step Up Housing Allocation of Measure P Funds to lease and operate at 1367 University, 26. Removal of Traffic Bollards at intersection of Fairview and California, 27. Enforce Bi-weekly residential cleaning measures to address encampments and promote clean streets, INFORMATION REPORTS:LPC Annual Report. Unscheduled items: 9. Commission Reorganization, 10. BERA prohibit Officeholder Accounts, 11. Relinquishments and grants from Councilmembers’ office budgets, UNFINISHED BUSINESS FOR SCHEDULING: 1. Kitchen Exhaust Hood Ventilation, 2. Opt Up GHG emissions-free electricity plans, 3. Surveillance Technology, 4. Vote No Confidence in the Police Chief.
(packet 238 pages)
Berkeley City Council, Tuesday, 6:00 pm – 11:00 pm,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
4 pm Closed Session – Existing Litigation
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84573644176
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 845 7364 4176
Agenda: 1. a. CTIA V City of Berkeley 15-cv-02529-EMC, b. Stahlschmidt v. City of Berkeley RG 20069713
6 pm Special Session - Vision 2050 Task Force Recommendations
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89084364433
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 890 8436 4433
Agenda: (74 pages) restates the obvious problems: fire, drought, aging infrastructure, sea level rise, earthquakes with areas of liquefaction and landslides, not enough money to fix everything and no real direction.
Bay Area SunShares Sept 29 at 12 – 1 pm and in October, Go to website to pre-register and receive links https://www.bayareasunshares.org/webinars
East Bay Community Energy (EBCE)12 – 1 pm,offering Resilient Home program solar and battery with $1250 incentive, Go to website to pre-register and receive links
https://ebce.org/news-and-events/#section-3
First Presidential Debate,6 – 7:30 pm PDT,
Wednesday, September 30, 2020
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board – Landlord 101 – Webinar, 10 – 11:30 am
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Go to website to pre-register and receive links
Planning Commission – Special Meeting, 7 – 10 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/97055841131
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 970 5584 1131
Agenda: Continued Public Hearing Draft Adeline Corridor Plan, General Plan and FEIR and consider recommending adoption by City Council.
Police Review Commission, 7 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89704556640
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 897 0455 6640
Agenda: Proposed Ordinance on the Use and Acquisition of Controlled Equipment as finalized on 9/29/2020 by the subcommittee
Electric Cars 101, 5 - 6 pm,rebates, incentives, vehicle range, charging, go to Eventbrite to preregister and receive links https://www.eventbrite.com/e/electric-cars-101-tickets-118065821049
East Bay Community Energy (EBCE), 6-7 pm,offering Resilient Home program solar and battery with $1250 incentive, go to website to preregister and receive links https://ebce.org/news-and-events/#section-3
Thursday, October 1, 2020
City Council Land Use, Housing & Economic Development Committee, 10:30 am,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Land_Use,_Housing___Economic_Development.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84357187833
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 843 5718 7833
Agenda: 3.a.&b.Amending Source of Income Discrimination Ordinance from Homeless Commission to establish enforcement procedure,
Cannabis Commission on community calendar as meeting, no meeting posted check later
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/MedicalCannabis/
Landmarks Preservation Commission,7 – 11:30 pm
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/landmarkspreservationcommission/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/94915951501
Teleconference: 1-699-900-6833 Meeting ID: 949 1595 1501
Agenda: Berkeley’s Civic Center Vision and Implementation Plan,
1 Orchard Lane - Steilberg House – Landmark or Structure of Merit,
2939 Dwight Way - Smythe House – Landmark or Structure of Merit,
2136 San Pablo – Demolition referral
2136 San Pablo – Borg Building– Landmark or Structure of Merit,
2210 Harold Way – Demolition Referral
1325 Arch Street – Schneider House – consider request to initiate landmark or structure of merit designation
Civic Arts Commission, 6 pm- Berkeley Cultural Trust is hosting a Candidates Forum on the Arts, Thursday, Go to website to pre-register and receive links https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_8eevIT3aTZGPQ3LUWm2LJg
Public Works Commission – no agenda posted check later for commission meeting
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Public_Works_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Measure T1 Phase 2 – Public Meeting – District 7/8,6:30 – 8:30 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/MeasureT1Events/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/97867174185
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 978 6717 4185
Drive and Ride Electric, 1 - 3 pm,financing, rebates, incentives and other local resources presented by the City of Richmond https://driveelectricweek.org/event?eventid=2195
Friday, October 2, 2020, Saturday, October 3, 2020 and Sunday, October 4, 2020
No City meetings or events found
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
1346 Ordway, 10/13/2020
0 (245) San Pablo - TBD
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits With End of Appeal Period
1528 Berkeley Way 10/6/2020
932 Delaware 9/29/2020
2000 Dwight Way 9/29/2020
1805 Eastshore 9/29/2020
2327 Fifth 9/22/2020
12 Indian Rock Path 10/6/2020
1235 Josephine 10/1/2020
2800 MLK Jr Way 10/8/2020
2526 MLK Jr Way 10/1/2020
2526 Mathews 10/6/2020
1229 Neilson 9/29/2020
2523-2525 Tenth 9/16/2020
2121 Woolsey 9/29/2020
2412 Woolsey 10/7/2020
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LPC NOD 2277 Shattuck, 1915 Berryman, 2328 Channing
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx___________________
WORKSESSIONS
Sept 29 –Vision 2050
Oct 13 -Ohlone History 5 pm
Oct 20 –Update Berkeley’s 2020 Vision, Undergrounding Task Force Update
Jan 12 –Update Zero Waste Priorities
Feb 16 -BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry
March 16 –date open for scheduling
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Presentation from StopWaste on SB 1383
Berkeley Police Department Hiring Practices (referred by Public Safety Committee)
Systems Realignment
Digital Strategic Plan/FUND$ Replacement Website Update,
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School Board and Regional meetings are not reviewed for this summary.
September 20 - September 27, 2020
Worth Noting:
Tuesday the City Council is poised to adopt a plan for the Civic Center which most of us have never seen and is posted as an impossible to read list of documents (total 903 pages) with no titles attached as a link to item 14. The Civic Center Plan needs a full presentation to the public as a worksession with ample opportunity for comment not some resolution passed in the dark of the night.
Also on the Council agenda for the 6 – 11 pm meeting are key items under action that deserve full presentations A. Annual Housing Pipeline Report, 13. Navigable Cities - street and sidewalk conditions with detrimental impacts on persons with disabilities, (already mentioned 14. Adoption of Civic Center Vision Plan cost estimate $56,144,000 to $96,569,000) and 15. Crime Report and Use of Force Report. The police OVERTIME REPORT is missing. Item16. Healthy Checkout should just pass as a reasonable requirement for big stores to remove candy and junk food from the checkout lines, but expect resistance same goes for 17. community refrigerators.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2020/09_Sep/City_Council__09-22-2020_-_Regular_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
Wednesday – meeting on Bayer’s plan for expansion need to register to attend
Friday – Virtual Summit Series: 8:30 am – 12 pm, Just and Regenerative Future
From City of Berkeley
Bay Area SunShares is offering webinar on solar and battery discount programs Sept 23 at 9-10 am, Sept 29 at 12 – 1 pm and in October, check schedule and sign-up https://www.bayareasunshares.org/webinars
East Bay Community Energy (EBCE)offering Resilient Home program solar and battery with $1250 incentive, Sept 24 at 6-7 pm, Sept 29 at 12-1 pm and Sept 30 at 6-7 pm, check schedule and sign-up https://ebce.org/news-and-events/#section-3
Electric Car and e-bikesDrive Clean Bay Area Preferred Pricing Campaign events Sept 26 at 4-5:30 pm register https://www.eventbrite.com/e/electrify-your-ride-event-tickets-117596729985
Electric Cars 101rebates, incentives, vehicle range, charging Sept 30 at 5-6 pm https://www.eventbrite.com/e/electric-cars-101-tickets-118065821049
Sunday, September 20, 2020
No City meetings or events found
Monday, September 21, 2020
City Council Public Safety Committee, 10:30 am,,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Public_Safety.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81289549081
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 812 8954 9081
Agenda: 2. Allowance for Special Response Team to us Tear Gas in Certain Circumstances, 3. Improving Hate Crimes Reporting and Response, 4. Ordinance Police Acquisition and Use of Controlled Equipment,
Tuesday, September 22, 2020
Berkeley City Council,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
4 pm, Closed Session
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81891250764
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 818 9125 0764
Agenda: 1. Pending Litigation Berkeley v. Regents UC, Case RG19023058, 2. Anticipated Litigation Berkeley v. Regents UC
6 pm – 11 pm, Regular Session
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89880085934
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 89880085934
CONSENT: 1. Resolution Reviewing and Ratifying the Proclamation of Emergency Due to COVID-19, 2. Amend Contract Add $100,000 total $150,000 with AG Witt LLC for COVID-19 Emergency Operations Cost Recovery Consultant, 2. Bid Solicitations $5,510,000, 3. Bid Solicitations $5,510,000, 4. 4. Submit grant agreements to accept COVID-19 response grant, 5. Revenue agreements for Aging Services Programs FY2021, 6. Contract add $73,756 total $116,756 and extend 3 years to 11/30/2025 with CivicPlus, Inc for Software Maintenance and Professional services online registration and reservation system, 7. Contract add $30,000 total $80,000 with Marken Mechanical for on-call heating, ac and ventilations services for the City, 8. Designating the Disaster and Fire Safety Commission as the Citizens’ Oversight Committee for Expenditure of Proceeds of the Fire, Safety, Emergency Services and Wildfire Prevention Tax (measure FF), 9. Providing our Unhoused Communities with Potable Water and addressing water insecurity, 10. Resolution 1 Minute 46 seconds of Mindfulness to City Meetings, 11. Support CA Proposition 17 Restoring Right to Vote after Completion of Prison Term, 12. 8. Support SB-1079 Residential Property Foreclosure, bill intended to mitigate against blight, vacancy and transfer of property from owner occupants to corporate landlords in event that CA experiences wave of foreclosures, ACTION: A.Annual Housing Pipeline Report13. Presentation on the Navigable Cities Framework for ensuring Access and Freedom of Movement for People with Disabilities in Berkeley,14. Adoption – Civic Center Vision Plan,15. 2019 Crime Report and five Year Use of Force Report,16. Healthy Checkout – stores >2500 sq ft to sell more nutritious food and beverage options at checkout, 17. Support Community Refrigerators $8,000 for those with no refrigeration, 18. Request the US House introduce the “The Breathe Act
Police Review Commission– Police Acquisition & Use of Controlled Equipment Ordinance Subcommittee, 12 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87979396346
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 879 79306346
Wednesday, September 23, 2020
Bayer Virtual Community Meeting with Neighbors, 6 - 7:30pm
To register for meeting https://www.eventbrite.com/e/bayer-virtual-community-meeting-with-west-berkeley-neighbors-tickets-117712672773
Agenda: Application to extend Bayer Development agreement with Berkeley
4 x 4 Joint Task Force Committee on Housing: Rent Board/City Council, 3 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/4x4_Committee_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/98671280713?pwd=RFNweitBNk1DRlFqZE15QVlhWmVKQT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 986 7128 0713
Agenda: Updates on COVID-19 on Housing Retention, Emergency Response, Relocation Ordinance
Civic Arts Commission, 6 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CivicArtsCommissionHomepage/
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87360137426
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 873 6013 7426
Agenda Action Items: 6. Proposed Cube Space exhibition, Designs fo San Pablo Park, Endorsement of Turtle Island Fountain Project, Mural Opportunity at James Kenny Park Presentation, FY22 Civic Arts Grant Schedule, FY22 Grant Guidelines, 7. Presentation Measure T1 Phase 2 by Scott Ferris
Police Review Commission, 7 pm,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87070468124
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID:870 7046 8124
Agenda: 8. Police Acquisition & Use of Controlled Equipment, 9. BPD policies on questioning the supervised release status of detainees and conducting subsequent searches, including consideration of BPD response to PRC 2/5/2020 recommendation, 10. Recommendation to Council regarding a revised tear gas policy to allow use of Special Response Team in certain circumstances
Special Meeting of the Planning Commission is announced on the community calendar, but no record of such a meeting could be found.
Thursday, September 24, 2020
Mental Health Commission, 7 – 9 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Mental_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/97339470197
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 973 3947 0197
Agenda: 3. Mental Health Service Act 3 yr plan presentation, Nomination Interview and vote on Boona Cheema and Margaret Fine, 6. Discussion Mental Health Crisis services, 7. Possible Action Mobile Crisis Subcommittee Report,
Zoning Adjustment Board, 7 pm
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/99162562539
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 991 6256 2539
2724 Mable – 846 sq ft 2ndstory addition to existing single-family dwelling, with existing non-conforming side yard and non-conforming lot coverage – on consent
1850 Arch – add 18 bedrooms to an existing 10-unit 12 bedroom multi-family residential building, for total 30 bedrooms on parcel – staff recommend approve
1862 Arch – add 15 bedrooms to existing 10-unit 10 bedroom multi-family residential building, for total 25 bedrooms on the parcel -staff recommend approve
Friday, September 25, 2020
Virtual Summit series: For an Environmentally Just and Regenerative Future 8:30 am – 12 pm with keynote speaker at 9 am planned and organized by the Climate Emergency Task Force, program details and registration at
https://cemtf.org/event/september-summit-green-infrastructure-all-electric-buildings-transportation-100-renewable-energy
Saturday, September 26, 2020
Electrify Your Ride, 4 – 5:30 pm– City sponsored event to learn about discounts on popular electric cars through Drive Clean Bay Area Preferred Pricing Campaign. Event is free. Register https://www.eventbrite.com/e/electrify-your-ride-event-tickets-117596729985
Sunday, September 27, 2020
No City meetings or events found
_____________________
Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
1346 Ordway, 10/13/2020
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits With End of Appeal Period
1528 Berkeley Way 10/6/2020
932 Delaware 9/29/2020
1805 Eastshore 9/29/2020
2327 Fifth 9/22/2020
1235 Josephine 10/1/2020
2800 MLK Jr Way 10/8/2020
2526 MLK Jr Way 10/1/2020
2526 Mathews 10/6/2020
1229 Neilson 9/29/2020
2523 Tenth 9/16/2020
2121 Woolsey 9/29/2020
2412 Woolsey 10/7/2020
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx___________________
WORKSESSIONS
Sept 29 –Vision 2050
Oct 13 -Ohlone History 5 pm
Oct 20 –Update Berkeley’s 2020 Vision,
Jan 12 -Zero Waste Priorities
Feb 16 -BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry
March 16 –date open for scheduling
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Presentation from StopWaste on SB 1383
Berkeley Police Department Hiring Practices (referred by Public Safety Committee)
Systems Realignment
Digital Strategic Plan/FUND$ Replacement Website Update,
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Vision 2050
Systems Realignment
Worth Noting:
Tuesday the City Council is poised to adopt a plan for the Civic Center which most of us have never seen and is posted as an impossible to read list of documents (total 903 pages) with no titles attached as a link to item 14. The Civic Center Plan needs a full presentation to the public as a worksession with ample opportunity for comment not some resolution passed in the dark of the night.
Also on the Council agenda for the 6 – 11 pm meeting are key items under action that deserve full presentations A. Annual Housing Pipeline Report, 13. Navigable Cities - street and sidewalk conditions with detrimental impacts on persons with disabilities, (already mentioned 14. Adoption of Civic Center Vision Plan cost estimate $56,144,000 to $96,569,000) and 15. Crime Report and Use of Force Report. The police OVERTIME REPORT is missing. Item16. Healthy Checkout should just pass as a reasonable requirement for big stores to remove candy and junk food from the checkout lines, but expect resistance same goes for 17. community refrigerators.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2020/09_Sep/City_Council__09-22-2020_-_Regular_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
Wednesday – meeting on Bayer’s plan for expansion need to register to attend
Friday – Virtual Summit Series: 8:30 am – 12 pm, Just and Regenerative Future
From City of Berkeley
Bay Area SunShares is offering webinar on solar and battery discount programs Sept 23 at 9-10 am, Sept 29 at 12 – 1 pm and in October, check schedule and sign-up https://www.bayareasunshares.org/webinars
East Bay Community Energy (EBCE)offering Resilient Home program solar and battery with $1250 incentive, Sept 24 at 6-7 pm, Sept 29 at 12-1 pm and Sept 30 at 6-7 pm, check schedule and sign-up https://ebce.org/news-and-events/#section-3
Electric Car and e-bikesDrive Clean Bay Area Preferred Pricing Campaign events Sept 26 at 4-5:30 pm register https://www.eventbrite.com/e/electrify-your-ride-event-tickets-117596729985
Electric Cars 101rebates, incentives, vehicle range, charging Sept 30 at 5-6 pm https://www.eventbrite.com/e/electric-cars-101-tickets-118065821049
Sunday, September 20, 2020
No City meetings or events found
Monday, September 21, 2020
City Council Public Safety Committee, 10:30 am,,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Public_Safety.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81289549081
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 812 8954 9081
Agenda: 2. Allowance for Special Response Team to us Tear Gas in Certain Circumstances, 3. Improving Hate Crimes Reporting and Response, 4. Ordinance Police Acquisition and Use of Controlled Equipment,
Tuesday, September 22, 2020
Berkeley City Council,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
4 pm, Closed Session
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81891250764
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 818 9125 0764
Agenda: 1. Pending Litigation Berkeley v. Regents UC, Case RG19023058, 2. Anticipated Litigation Berkeley v. Regents UC
6 pm – 11 pm, Regular Session
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89880085934
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 89880085934
CONSENT: 1. Resolution Reviewing and Ratifying the Proclamation of Emergency Due to COVID-19, 2. Amend Contract Add $100,000 total $150,000 with AG Witt LLC for COVID-19 Emergency Operations Cost Recovery Consultant, 2. Bid Solicitations $5,510,000, 3. Bid Solicitations $5,510,000, 4. 4. Submit grant agreements to accept COVID-19 response grant, 5. Revenue agreements for Aging Services Programs FY2021, 6. Contract add $73,756 total $116,756 and extend 3 years to 11/30/2025 with CivicPlus, Inc for Software Maintenance and Professional services online registration and reservation system, 7. Contract add $30,000 total $80,000 with Marken Mechanical for on-call heating, ac and ventilations services for the City, 8. Designating the Disaster and Fire Safety Commission as the Citizens’ Oversight Committee for Expenditure of Proceeds of the Fire, Safety, Emergency Services and Wildfire Prevention Tax (measure FF), 9. Providing our Unhoused Communities with Potable Water and addressing water insecurity, 10. Resolution 1 Minute 46 seconds of Mindfulness to City Meetings, 11. Support CA Proposition 17 Restoring Right to Vote after Completion of Prison Term, 12. 8. Support SB-1079 Residential Property Foreclosure, bill intended to mitigate against blight, vacancy and transfer of property from owner occupants to corporate landlords in event that CA experiences wave of foreclosures, ACTION: A.Annual Housing Pipeline Report13. Presentation on the Navigable Cities Framework for ensuring Access and Freedom of Movement for People with Disabilities in Berkeley,14. Adoption – Civic Center Vision Plan,15. 2019 Crime Report and five Year Use of Force Report,16. Healthy Checkout – stores >2500 sq ft to sell more nutritious food and beverage options at checkout, 17. Support Community Refrigerators $8,000 for those with no refrigeration, 18. Request the US House introduce the “The Breathe Act
Police Review Commission– Police Acquisition & Use of Controlled Equipment Ordinance Subcommittee, 12 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87979396346
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 879 79306346
Wednesday, September 23, 2020
Bayer Virtual Community Meeting with Neighbors, 6 - 7:30pm
To register for meeting https://www.eventbrite.com/e/bayer-virtual-community-meeting-with-west-berkeley-neighbors-tickets-117712672773
Agenda: Application to extend Bayer Development agreement with Berkeley
4 x 4 Joint Task Force Committee on Housing: Rent Board/City Council, 3 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/4x4_Committee_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/98671280713?pwd=RFNweitBNk1DRlFqZE15QVlhWmVKQT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 986 7128 0713
Agenda: Updates on COVID-19 on Housing Retention, Emergency Response, Relocation Ordinance
Civic Arts Commission, 6 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CivicArtsCommissionHomepage/
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87360137426
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 873 6013 7426
Agenda Action Items: 6. Proposed Cube Space exhibition, Designs fo San Pablo Park, Endorsement of Turtle Island Fountain Project, Mural Opportunity at James Kenny Park Presentation, FY22 Civic Arts Grant Schedule, FY22 Grant Guidelines, 7. Presentation Measure T1 Phase 2 by Scott Ferris
Police Review Commission, 7 pm,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87070468124
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID:870 7046 8124
Agenda: 8. Police Acquisition & Use of Controlled Equipment, 9. BPD policies on questioning the supervised release status of detainees and conducting subsequent searches, including consideration of BPD response to PRC 2/5/2020 recommendation, 10. Recommendation to Council regarding a revised tear gas policy to allow use of Special Response Team in certain circumstances
Special Meeting of the Planning Commission is announced on the community calendar, but no record of such a meeting could be found.
Thursday, September 24, 2020
Mental Health Commission, 7 – 9 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Mental_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/97339470197
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 973 3947 0197
Agenda: 3. Mental Health Service Act 3 yr plan presentation, Nomination Interview and vote on Boona Cheema and Margaret Fine, 6. Discussion Mental Health Crisis services, 7. Possible Action Mobile Crisis Subcommittee Report,
Zoning Adjustment Board, 7 pm
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/99162562539
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 991 6256 2539
2724 Mable – 846 sq ft 2ndstory addition to existing single-family dwelling, with existing non-conforming side yard and non-conforming lot coverage – on consent
1850 Arch – add 18 bedrooms to an existing 10-unit 12 bedroom multi-family residential building, for total 30 bedrooms on parcel – staff recommend approve
1862 Arch – add 15 bedrooms to existing 10-unit 10 bedroom multi-family residential building, for total 25 bedrooms on the parcel -staff recommend approve
Friday, September 25, 2020
Virtual Summit series: For an Environmentally Just and Regenerative Future 8:30 am – 12 pm with keynote speaker at 9 am planned and organized by the Climate Emergency Task Force, program details and registration at
https://cemtf.org/event/september-summit-green-infrastructure-all-electric-buildings-transportation-100-renewable-energy
Saturday, September 26, 2020
Electrify Your Ride, 4 – 5:30 pm– City sponsored event to learn about discounts on popular electric cars through Drive Clean Bay Area Preferred Pricing Campaign. Event is free. Register https://www.eventbrite.com/e/electrify-your-ride-event-tickets-117596729985
Sunday, September 27, 2020
No City meetings or events found
_____________________
Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
1346 Ordway, 10/13/2020
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits With End of Appeal Period
1528 Berkeley Way 10/6/2020
932 Delaware 9/29/2020
1805 Eastshore 9/29/2020
2327 Fifth 9/22/2020
1235 Josephine 10/1/2020
2800 MLK Jr Way 10/8/2020
2526 MLK Jr Way 10/1/2020
2526 Mathews 10/6/2020
1229 Neilson 9/29/2020
2523 Tenth 9/16/2020
2121 Woolsey 9/29/2020
2412 Woolsey 10/7/2020
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx___________________
WORKSESSIONS
Sept 29 –Vision 2050
Oct 13 -Ohlone History 5 pm
Oct 20 –Update Berkeley’s 2020 Vision,
Jan 12 -Zero Waste Priorities
Feb 16 -BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry
March 16 –date open for scheduling
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Presentation from StopWaste on SB 1383
Berkeley Police Department Hiring Practices (referred by Public Safety Committee)
Systems Realignment
Digital Strategic Plan/FUND$ Replacement Website Update,
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Vision 2050
Systems Realignment
September 13 - September 20, 2020
Worth Noting:
Tuesday– City Council starts at 6 pm. Agenda Item 33 is the Annual Housing Pipeline Report – housing approved and built and Item 36. Is whether the Council will vote no confidence in the Police Chief.
Wednesday– The Council Facilities, Infrastructure, Transportation, Environment & Sustainability Committee, 2:30 pm item 2 is Traffic Circles Policy and recommendations and items 3 – 8 are related to climate and the environment.
The Planning Commission, 7 pm is holding a special meeting. Item 10. Is the public hearing on the draft Adeline Corridor Plan.
Thursday – The Design Review Committee, 7 pm will preview a presentation on the Group Living Project at 2210 Harold Way proposed as high-density student housing.
The City Council Agenda for September 22 is available for comment and follows the list of meetings.
Sunday, September 13, 2020
North Berkeley Neighborhood Alliance, 4 - 5 pm
Meeting for neighbors who are concerned about what gets built at the North Berkeley BART, questions about AB2923, classification of the station, etc can be emailed to [email protected]
You must Register to attend https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMlcu6trT8pH9YEBA9_2MmUNC1BBycWz_xw
Monday, September 14, 2020
Board of Library Trustees
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
Closed Session 6:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83992759821
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 839 9275 9821
Agenda: I. Public Comment, II. Closed Appointment Director of Library Services, public employee performance evaluation.
Open Session: 8:15 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82634141933
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 826 3414 1933
Agenda: I. Public Comment, II. Salary increase for Deputy Director of Library Services.
Tuesday, September 15, 2020
Berkeley City Council, Tuesday,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Closed Session: 4:30 pm,
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85459223027
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 854 5922 3027
Agenda:1. Conference with Labor Negotiators, 2. Pending Litigation Joseph Sanchez vs. City of Berkeley, David Bartalini vs City of Berkeley.
Regular Meeting 6:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88436979283
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 884 3697 9283
Agenda: Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag, Agenda: RECESS:1. Contract $180,000 with Orsolya Kuti, DVM for on-site veterinary services for BACS 2. Accept revenue Grants for STEP (Selective Traffic Enforcement Program) 3. Contract add $225,000 total $870,304 Measure P Funds with Downtown Streets for low barrier Volunteer Work, 4. Authorization Grant Application CalRecycle Waste Reduction, Reuse, Recycling,CONSENT:5. 3-year Lease agreement with Berkeley Food Network 1001 University, 6. Ordinance Outdoor Commerce on Private Property, 7. 2ndreading Rezone Rose Garden Inn, 8. Measure T1 Loan $1.2 million ($600,000 Parks Fund, $600,00 Measure BB) in FY 2021 to complete Phase 1 projects, 10. Voting Delegates League of CA Cities, 11. Renaming ‘East’ Shattuck to Kala Bagai Way, 12. Civil Enforcement Face Covering Orders, - administrative citations, 13. RFP, 14. Memorandum $775,000 7/1/19 – 6/30/2021 between City of Berkeley and Alameda Co Behavioral Health Care Services for Mental Health Wellness Center, 15. Block Grants CARES Act Funds $373,097, 16. Amend Contract $15,000 total $90,000 thru 6/30/22 with Eikenberg Institute for Relationships to fund Cultural Humility Training Consultant, 17. Amend Contract by $6000 total $82,771 7/1/17 – 6/30/2021 for VoIP, 18. Amend Contract by $51,698 total $146,906 7/1/14 – 6/30/23 with MC Dean Inc for ERMA Uninterrupted Power Supplies (UPS) Maintenance, 19. Amend Contract add $200,000 total $5,905,668 with Mar Con Builders for Live Oak Seismic Upgrade, 20. MOA $290,000 up to $390,000 for Construction of Gilman Sanitary Sewer Line Extension for fieldhouse restroom at Tom Bates Regional Sports Complex, 21. PO TYMCO, Inc for Regenerative Air Sweeper $165,000, 22. 100% Sustainable Trips by 2040, 50% by 2030, 23. Extend Grace Period to 1/1/21for Fair Chance Housing, 24. EBRPD supporting renaming Vollmer Park, 25. Centennial Proclamation Honoring 19thAmendment and Women’s Suffrage Movement, 26. Resolution congratulating Kamala D. Harris, 27. Outreach and Technical Assistance for Berkeley Small Businesses Eligible to Prticipate in CA Rebuilding Fund 28. Resolution No Police Revolving Door, 29. Oppose Proposition 20 on Ballot which authorize felony charge for repeat petty theft and tougher penalties for parole violations, expand DNA collection, 30.Resolution accepting $15,000 grant from UC Berkeley Chancellor’s Community Partnership Fund for paid Internships, 31. Willard Park – increase nighttime enforcement of park rules listed as “Preserving Our Children’s Recreation Areas,”ACTION:32. Amend 2020-2025 Consolidated Plan accept CARES Act Funds $8,259,408, 33. Annual Housing Pipeline Report (Housing)34. To be pulled at meeting per CM - Contract add $25,000 total $75,000 extend 1 yr with Ascentis Corporation for Biometric Time Card Services, 35. Urgency Ordinance COVID-19, 36. Vote of No Confidence in Police Chief, INFORMATION REPORTS:37. City Council Short Term Referral Process – Quarterly Update, 38. FY 2021 Civic Arts Grants, 39. Audit Berkeley Public Library Tax Funds.
Solano Avenue Business Improvement District Advisory Board, 11 am
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Solano_BID_Board.aspx
Videoconference: not posted
Teleconference: not posted Meeting ID: not posted
Agenda: 4. Projects holiday décor 20-21 with Solano Albany, 5. Review Budget 2021 and Annual report 2020.
Wednesday, September 16, 2020
Alta Bates Task Force, 3 – 5 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83682615132?pwd=RS9EZHFLNm5rQnJSd3FXTWVJcGR2UT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 83682615132 Passcode: 771848
City Council Facilities, Infrastructure, Transportation, Environment & Sustainability Committee, 2:30 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Facilities,_Infrastructure,_Transportation,_Environment,___Sustainability.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88409569229
Teleconference: 669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 884 0956 9229
Agenda: 2. Traffic Circle Policy and Program Recommendations, 3. Evaluation and Recommendation Updates to Building Energy Savings (BESO), 4. Ordinance Amending BMC 7.52, Reducing Tax imposed for Qualifying Electrification, Energy Efficiency and Water Conservation Retrofits, 5. Ordinance terminating the sale of gasoline, diesel and natural gas vehicles throughout the City of Berkeley by 2025, 6. Prohibition on resale of used Combustion Vehicles in 2040, 7. Prohibition on the Use of City Streets for Operating, Parking or Idling Combustion vehicles by 2045, 8. Prohibition on the Sale of Gasoline, Diesel, and other carbon based transportation fuels by 2045. Unscheduled Items: 9. Bright Streets Initiative, 10. Potential Bonding and Funding Opportunities for Improving PCI (Paving) of residential streets and creating Paving Master Plan, 11. Add BMC 11.62 Regulating Plastic Bags at Retail and Food Service Establishments. 12. Initiate Citywide, Regional and International Just Transition to a Regenerative Economy to Address the Climate Change Emergency. (packet 334 pages)
Planning Commission Special Meeting, 7 – 10 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/93838665412
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 938 3866 5412
Agenda: 9. Public Hearing Home Occupations, 10. Public Hearing DRAFT Adeline Corridor Plan.
Thursday, September 17, 2020
City Council Land Use, Housing & Economic Development Committee, 10:30 am
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Land_Use,_Housing___Economic_Development.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83924389951
Teleconference: 669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 839 2438 9951
Agenda: 2. Berkeley Economic Dashboards and Demographic Profile Update, 3. a.&b. Amending Source of Income Discrimination Ordinance to Establish Administrative Enforcement Procedure, 4. Amendments to Short Term Rentals BMC 23C.22, Unscheduled item5. Tenant Opportunity to Purchace Act, BMC 13.99 (packet 124 pages)
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board, 7 – 11 pm
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/98263437225?pwd=YUVPVExsVkE4ZnR2ZFJzamV2VmdnUT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 982 6343 7225 Passcode: 921748
Agenda: 5. Special Presentation on Housing Legislation AB 3088, 6. Discussion/Possible Action (1) extend sunset provision in Regulation 503(B)(2), (2) registration of partially exempt units if Measure MM is adopted Nov election.
Design Review Committee, 7 – 10 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/designreview/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/91406327545
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 914 0632 7545
2129 Shattuck – Review of Final Art Glass
2701 Shattuck at Derby – Final Design Review – 5-story, 60’ tall mixed-use with 57 residential units (including 5 very low income) and 3 live/work) and 14 parking spaces
2210 Harold Way – Preliminary Design Review – 7-story 38 unit Group Living Accommodation containing 136 bedrooms and 652 sq ft of ground floor commercial space.
Fair Campaign Practices Commission – Open Government Commission, 7 pm
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/FCPC/
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88699200284?pwd=a051WUVKemdDK1VIbkhQNmVQQ0VSZz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 886 9920 0284
Agenda Fair Campaign Practices: 6. Regulations defining a “minor violation” for staff approval of public financing applications, 7. Amendments BERA to regulate officeholder accounts, 8. Revision to procedures for handling of enforcement matters and other minor changes,Agenda Open Government Commission: 10. Complaint filed by Martin and Olga Schwartz alleging violations of the the Open Government Ordinance relating to ZAB, 11. Amendments to Berkeley Lobbyist Registration Act.
Transportation Commission, 7 – 9:30 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Transportation_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82953751819?pwd=MnV6VHBtcS8rS3NJdUFYSnhCU0lqUT09
Teleconference: not posted (likely 1-669-900-6833)Meeting ID: 829 5375 1819 Passcode 688225
Agenda: B. Public May speak at the beginning of any item,1. Draft Pedestrian Plan, 2. Vision Zero, Measure T1 Phase 2.
Friday, September 18, Saturday, September 19, Sunday, September 20, 2020
No City meetings or events found
___________________
Regular City Council meeting for September 22, 2020 is available for comment, email [email protected],
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
CONSENT:1. Resolution Reviewing and Ratifying the Proclammation of Emergency Due to COVID-19, 2. Amend Contract Add $100,000 total $150,000 with AG Witt LLC for COVID-19 Emergency Operations Cost Recovery Consultant, 2. Bid Solicitations $5,510,000, 3. Bid Solicitations $5,510,000, 4. 4. Sumbit grant agreements to accept COVID-19 response grant, 5. Revenue agreements for Aging Services Programs FY2021, 6. Contract add $73,756 total $116,756 and extend 3 years to 11/30/2025 with CivicPlus, Inc for Software Maintenance and Professional services online registration and reservation system, 7. Contract add $30,000 total $80,000 with Marken Mechanical for on-call heating, ac and ventilations services for the City, 8. Designating the Disaster and Fire Safety Commission as the Citizens’ Oversight Committee for Expenditure of Proceeds of the Fire, Safety, Emergency Services and Wildfire Prevention Tax (measure FF), 9. Providing our Unhoused Communities with Potable Water and addressing water insecurity, 10. Resolution 1 Minute 46 seconds of Mindfulness to City Meetings, 11. Support CA Proposition 17 Restoring Right to Vote after Completion of Prison Term, 12. 8. Support SB-1079 Residential Property Foreclosure, bill intended to mitigate against blight, vacancy and transfer of property from owner occupants to corporate landlords in event that CA experiences wave of foreclosures, ACTION: 13. Presentation on the Navigable Cities Framework for ensuring Access and Freedom of Movement for People with Disabilities in Berkeley, 12. Resolution to Incorporate the Practice of 1 Minute 46 seconds of Mindfullness at City Meetings, 14. Adoption – Civic Center Vision Plan, 15. 2019 Crime Report and five Year Use of Force Report, 16. Healthy Checkout – stores >2500 sq ft to sell more nutritious food and beverage options at checkout, 17. Support Community Refrigerators $8,000 for those with no refrigeration, 18. Request the US House introduce the “The Breathe Act,”
____________________
Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
1346 Ordway, 10/13/2020
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits With End of Appeal Period
932 Delaware 9/29/2020
1805 Eastshore 9/29/2020
2327 Fifth 9/22/2020
3053 Hillegass 9/15/2020
0 (2435 San Pablo) 9/15/2020
3100 San Pablo 9/15/2020
2815 Seventh 9/15/2020
2523 Tenth 9/16/2020
2121 Woolsey 9/29/2020
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx___________________
WORKSESSIONS
Sept 29 –Vision 2050
Oct 20 –Update Berkeley’s 2020 Vision,
Jan 12 -Zero Waste Priorities
Feb 16 -BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry
March 16 –date open for scheduling
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Presentation from StopWaste on SB 1383
Berkeley Police Department Hiring Practices (referred by Public Safety Committee)
Systems Realignment
Digital Strategic Plan/FUND$ Replacement Website Update,
Previously Schedules and Unscheduled Items Removed From Lists
Ohlone Territory
Worth Noting:
Tuesday– City Council starts at 6 pm. Agenda Item 33 is the Annual Housing Pipeline Report – housing approved and built and Item 36. Is whether the Council will vote no confidence in the Police Chief.
Wednesday– The Council Facilities, Infrastructure, Transportation, Environment & Sustainability Committee, 2:30 pm item 2 is Traffic Circles Policy and recommendations and items 3 – 8 are related to climate and the environment.
The Planning Commission, 7 pm is holding a special meeting. Item 10. Is the public hearing on the draft Adeline Corridor Plan.
Thursday – The Design Review Committee, 7 pm will preview a presentation on the Group Living Project at 2210 Harold Way proposed as high-density student housing.
The City Council Agenda for September 22 is available for comment and follows the list of meetings.
Sunday, September 13, 2020
North Berkeley Neighborhood Alliance, 4 - 5 pm
Meeting for neighbors who are concerned about what gets built at the North Berkeley BART, questions about AB2923, classification of the station, etc can be emailed to [email protected]
You must Register to attend https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMlcu6trT8pH9YEBA9_2MmUNC1BBycWz_xw
Monday, September 14, 2020
Board of Library Trustees
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
Closed Session 6:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83992759821
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 839 9275 9821
Agenda: I. Public Comment, II. Closed Appointment Director of Library Services, public employee performance evaluation.
Open Session: 8:15 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82634141933
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 826 3414 1933
Agenda: I. Public Comment, II. Salary increase for Deputy Director of Library Services.
Tuesday, September 15, 2020
Berkeley City Council, Tuesday,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Closed Session: 4:30 pm,
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85459223027
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 854 5922 3027
Agenda:1. Conference with Labor Negotiators, 2. Pending Litigation Joseph Sanchez vs. City of Berkeley, David Bartalini vs City of Berkeley.
Regular Meeting 6:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88436979283
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 884 3697 9283
Agenda: Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag, Agenda: RECESS:1. Contract $180,000 with Orsolya Kuti, DVM for on-site veterinary services for BACS 2. Accept revenue Grants for STEP (Selective Traffic Enforcement Program) 3. Contract add $225,000 total $870,304 Measure P Funds with Downtown Streets for low barrier Volunteer Work, 4. Authorization Grant Application CalRecycle Waste Reduction, Reuse, Recycling,CONSENT:5. 3-year Lease agreement with Berkeley Food Network 1001 University, 6. Ordinance Outdoor Commerce on Private Property, 7. 2ndreading Rezone Rose Garden Inn, 8. Measure T1 Loan $1.2 million ($600,000 Parks Fund, $600,00 Measure BB) in FY 2021 to complete Phase 1 projects, 10. Voting Delegates League of CA Cities, 11. Renaming ‘East’ Shattuck to Kala Bagai Way, 12. Civil Enforcement Face Covering Orders, - administrative citations, 13. RFP, 14. Memorandum $775,000 7/1/19 – 6/30/2021 between City of Berkeley and Alameda Co Behavioral Health Care Services for Mental Health Wellness Center, 15. Block Grants CARES Act Funds $373,097, 16. Amend Contract $15,000 total $90,000 thru 6/30/22 with Eikenberg Institute for Relationships to fund Cultural Humility Training Consultant, 17. Amend Contract by $6000 total $82,771 7/1/17 – 6/30/2021 for VoIP, 18. Amend Contract by $51,698 total $146,906 7/1/14 – 6/30/23 with MC Dean Inc for ERMA Uninterrupted Power Supplies (UPS) Maintenance, 19. Amend Contract add $200,000 total $5,905,668 with Mar Con Builders for Live Oak Seismic Upgrade, 20. MOA $290,000 up to $390,000 for Construction of Gilman Sanitary Sewer Line Extension for fieldhouse restroom at Tom Bates Regional Sports Complex, 21. PO TYMCO, Inc for Regenerative Air Sweeper $165,000, 22. 100% Sustainable Trips by 2040, 50% by 2030, 23. Extend Grace Period to 1/1/21for Fair Chance Housing, 24. EBRPD supporting renaming Vollmer Park, 25. Centennial Proclamation Honoring 19thAmendment and Women’s Suffrage Movement, 26. Resolution congratulating Kamala D. Harris, 27. Outreach and Technical Assistance for Berkeley Small Businesses Eligible to Prticipate in CA Rebuilding Fund 28. Resolution No Police Revolving Door, 29. Oppose Proposition 20 on Ballot which authorize felony charge for repeat petty theft and tougher penalties for parole violations, expand DNA collection, 30.Resolution accepting $15,000 grant from UC Berkeley Chancellor’s Community Partnership Fund for paid Internships, 31. Willard Park – increase nighttime enforcement of park rules listed as “Preserving Our Children’s Recreation Areas,”ACTION:32. Amend 2020-2025 Consolidated Plan accept CARES Act Funds $8,259,408, 33. Annual Housing Pipeline Report (Housing)34. To be pulled at meeting per CM - Contract add $25,000 total $75,000 extend 1 yr with Ascentis Corporation for Biometric Time Card Services, 35. Urgency Ordinance COVID-19, 36. Vote of No Confidence in Police Chief, INFORMATION REPORTS:37. City Council Short Term Referral Process – Quarterly Update, 38. FY 2021 Civic Arts Grants, 39. Audit Berkeley Public Library Tax Funds.
Solano Avenue Business Improvement District Advisory Board, 11 am
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Solano_BID_Board.aspx
Videoconference: not posted
Teleconference: not posted Meeting ID: not posted
Agenda: 4. Projects holiday décor 20-21 with Solano Albany, 5. Review Budget 2021 and Annual report 2020.
Wednesday, September 16, 2020
Alta Bates Task Force, 3 – 5 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83682615132?pwd=RS9EZHFLNm5rQnJSd3FXTWVJcGR2UT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 83682615132 Passcode: 771848
City Council Facilities, Infrastructure, Transportation, Environment & Sustainability Committee, 2:30 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Facilities,_Infrastructure,_Transportation,_Environment,___Sustainability.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88409569229
Teleconference: 669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 884 0956 9229
Agenda: 2. Traffic Circle Policy and Program Recommendations, 3. Evaluation and Recommendation Updates to Building Energy Savings (BESO), 4. Ordinance Amending BMC 7.52, Reducing Tax imposed for Qualifying Electrification, Energy Efficiency and Water Conservation Retrofits, 5. Ordinance terminating the sale of gasoline, diesel and natural gas vehicles throughout the City of Berkeley by 2025, 6. Prohibition on resale of used Combustion Vehicles in 2040, 7. Prohibition on the Use of City Streets for Operating, Parking or Idling Combustion vehicles by 2045, 8. Prohibition on the Sale of Gasoline, Diesel, and other carbon based transportation fuels by 2045. Unscheduled Items: 9. Bright Streets Initiative, 10. Potential Bonding and Funding Opportunities for Improving PCI (Paving) of residential streets and creating Paving Master Plan, 11. Add BMC 11.62 Regulating Plastic Bags at Retail and Food Service Establishments. 12. Initiate Citywide, Regional and International Just Transition to a Regenerative Economy to Address the Climate Change Emergency. (packet 334 pages)
Planning Commission Special Meeting, 7 – 10 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/93838665412
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 938 3866 5412
Agenda: 9. Public Hearing Home Occupations, 10. Public Hearing DRAFT Adeline Corridor Plan.
Thursday, September 17, 2020
City Council Land Use, Housing & Economic Development Committee, 10:30 am
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Land_Use,_Housing___Economic_Development.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83924389951
Teleconference: 669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 839 2438 9951
Agenda: 2. Berkeley Economic Dashboards and Demographic Profile Update, 3. a.&b. Amending Source of Income Discrimination Ordinance to Establish Administrative Enforcement Procedure, 4. Amendments to Short Term Rentals BMC 23C.22, Unscheduled item5. Tenant Opportunity to Purchace Act, BMC 13.99 (packet 124 pages)
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board, 7 – 11 pm
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/98263437225?pwd=YUVPVExsVkE4ZnR2ZFJzamV2VmdnUT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 982 6343 7225 Passcode: 921748
Agenda: 5. Special Presentation on Housing Legislation AB 3088, 6. Discussion/Possible Action (1) extend sunset provision in Regulation 503(B)(2), (2) registration of partially exempt units if Measure MM is adopted Nov election.
Design Review Committee, 7 – 10 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/designreview/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/91406327545
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 914 0632 7545
2129 Shattuck – Review of Final Art Glass
2701 Shattuck at Derby – Final Design Review – 5-story, 60’ tall mixed-use with 57 residential units (including 5 very low income) and 3 live/work) and 14 parking spaces
2210 Harold Way – Preliminary Design Review – 7-story 38 unit Group Living Accommodation containing 136 bedrooms and 652 sq ft of ground floor commercial space.
Fair Campaign Practices Commission – Open Government Commission, 7 pm
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/FCPC/
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88699200284?pwd=a051WUVKemdDK1VIbkhQNmVQQ0VSZz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 886 9920 0284
Agenda Fair Campaign Practices: 6. Regulations defining a “minor violation” for staff approval of public financing applications, 7. Amendments BERA to regulate officeholder accounts, 8. Revision to procedures for handling of enforcement matters and other minor changes,Agenda Open Government Commission: 10. Complaint filed by Martin and Olga Schwartz alleging violations of the the Open Government Ordinance relating to ZAB, 11. Amendments to Berkeley Lobbyist Registration Act.
Transportation Commission, 7 – 9:30 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Transportation_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82953751819?pwd=MnV6VHBtcS8rS3NJdUFYSnhCU0lqUT09
Teleconference: not posted (likely 1-669-900-6833)Meeting ID: 829 5375 1819 Passcode 688225
Agenda: B. Public May speak at the beginning of any item,1. Draft Pedestrian Plan, 2. Vision Zero, Measure T1 Phase 2.
Friday, September 18, Saturday, September 19, Sunday, September 20, 2020
No City meetings or events found
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Regular City Council meeting for September 22, 2020 is available for comment, email [email protected],
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
CONSENT:1. Resolution Reviewing and Ratifying the Proclammation of Emergency Due to COVID-19, 2. Amend Contract Add $100,000 total $150,000 with AG Witt LLC for COVID-19 Emergency Operations Cost Recovery Consultant, 2. Bid Solicitations $5,510,000, 3. Bid Solicitations $5,510,000, 4. 4. Sumbit grant agreements to accept COVID-19 response grant, 5. Revenue agreements for Aging Services Programs FY2021, 6. Contract add $73,756 total $116,756 and extend 3 years to 11/30/2025 with CivicPlus, Inc for Software Maintenance and Professional services online registration and reservation system, 7. Contract add $30,000 total $80,000 with Marken Mechanical for on-call heating, ac and ventilations services for the City, 8. Designating the Disaster and Fire Safety Commission as the Citizens’ Oversight Committee for Expenditure of Proceeds of the Fire, Safety, Emergency Services and Wildfire Prevention Tax (measure FF), 9. Providing our Unhoused Communities with Potable Water and addressing water insecurity, 10. Resolution 1 Minute 46 seconds of Mindfulness to City Meetings, 11. Support CA Proposition 17 Restoring Right to Vote after Completion of Prison Term, 12. 8. Support SB-1079 Residential Property Foreclosure, bill intended to mitigate against blight, vacancy and transfer of property from owner occupants to corporate landlords in event that CA experiences wave of foreclosures, ACTION: 13. Presentation on the Navigable Cities Framework for ensuring Access and Freedom of Movement for People with Disabilities in Berkeley, 12. Resolution to Incorporate the Practice of 1 Minute 46 seconds of Mindfullness at City Meetings, 14. Adoption – Civic Center Vision Plan, 15. 2019 Crime Report and five Year Use of Force Report, 16. Healthy Checkout – stores >2500 sq ft to sell more nutritious food and beverage options at checkout, 17. Support Community Refrigerators $8,000 for those with no refrigeration, 18. Request the US House introduce the “The Breathe Act,”
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
1346 Ordway, 10/13/2020
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits With End of Appeal Period
932 Delaware 9/29/2020
1805 Eastshore 9/29/2020
2327 Fifth 9/22/2020
3053 Hillegass 9/15/2020
0 (2435 San Pablo) 9/15/2020
3100 San Pablo 9/15/2020
2815 Seventh 9/15/2020
2523 Tenth 9/16/2020
2121 Woolsey 9/29/2020
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx___________________
WORKSESSIONS
Sept 29 –Vision 2050
Oct 20 –Update Berkeley’s 2020 Vision,
Jan 12 -Zero Waste Priorities
Feb 16 -BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry
March 16 –date open for scheduling
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Presentation from StopWaste on SB 1383
Berkeley Police Department Hiring Practices (referred by Public Safety Committee)
Systems Realignment
Digital Strategic Plan/FUND$ Replacement Website Update,
Previously Schedules and Unscheduled Items Removed From Lists
Ohlone Territory
September 6 - September 13, 2020
Worth Noting:
Eleven City meetings in the coming week on Tuesday, September 8, Wednesday, September 7 and Thursday September 8. The City Council Agenda for September 15 is available for comment and follows the list of meetings.
Measure T1 neighborhood meetings are on Wednesday and Thursday.
Thursday at ZAB 600 Addison will be presented. It is a commercial building project across from aquatic parking that is planned with over 1000 parking spaces that will wipe out mature trees including redwoods and supposedly dig up a mature oak and successfully replant it at another location.
Comment Deadline 9/10/2020 on new permit request by Berkeley Asphalt @699 Virginia in the Oceanview District from the Bay Area Air Quality Management District. Over the past years, neighbors have brought complaints against the company for not following their permits and allowing poisonous sulfur admissions to escape, especially dangerous to small children and in-firmed adults. You have a chance to comment on Berkeley Asphalt's latest permit request. Use this url https://www.baaqmd.gov/permits/public-notices/permit-applications-received.Go to Search & Filters at bottom of screen for Date - choose July 2020 City - Berkeley and the 7/10/2020 permit will come up Click on message icon above updated for form to leave comments.
Sunday, September 6, and Monday, September 7, Labor Day Holiday
Record Heat Predicted with wind gusts up to 50 mph – Reduce Electricity Use - High Fire Risk Weekend
No City Meetings or Events
Tuesday, September 8, 2020
Agenda and Rules Committee,2:30 pm,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88170468287
Teleconference: 669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 881 7046 8287
Agenda Planning for 9/22/2020 Regular City Council meeting: 1. Amend Contract Add $100,000 total $150,000 with AG Witt LLC for COVID-19 Emergency Operations Cost Recovery Consultant, 2. Bid Solicitations $5,510,000, 7. Support CA Proposition 17 Restoring Right to Vote after Completion of Prison Term, 8. Support SB-1079 Residential Property Foreclosure, bill intended to mitigate against blight, vacancy and transfer of property from owner occupants to corporate landlords in event that CA experiences wave of foreclosures, ??? (found in packet not listed in agenda) Item – Request the US House introduce the “The Breathe Act,” ACTION:9. Presentation on the Navigable Cities Framework for ensuring Access and Freedom of Movement for People with Disabilities in Berkeley, 10. Adoption – Civic Center Vision Plan, 11. 2019 Crime Report and five Year Use of Force Report, 12. Resolution to Incorporate the Practice of 1 Minute 46 seconds of Mindfullness at City Meetings, 13. Healthy Checkout – stores >2500 sq ft to sell more nutritious food and beverage options at checkout, 14. Support Community Refrigerators $8,000 for those with no refrigeration, REFERRED ITEMS: 8. Discussion Impact of COVID-19 on meetings, 9. Referral Response: Expanding community engagement within work to address climate impacts, UNSCHEDULED ITEMS: 10. Commission Reorganization, 11. BERA to prohibit officer holder accounts, 12. Relinquishments and grants from Councilmembers’ office budgets, (packet 218 pages) REFERRALS and UNFINISHED BUSINESS: 1. Kitchen Exhaust Fans, 2. Opt Up, 3. Surveillance Technology and Use Report and Policy for License Plate Readers, 4. Ohlone History and Culture Presentation, (packet 218 pages)
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board – IRA / AGA / Registration Committee, 5 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/99315248355?pwd=eFErL2ZpQ014SGY5TU8xYzN2Q0dQZz09
Teleconference: 669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 993 1524 8355 Passcode: 328946
Agenda: 4. Discussion/Action if Measure MM passes (November 3, election)
Civic Arts Commission – Grants Subcommittee,1 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CivicArtsCommissionHomepage/
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83199591054
Teleconference: 669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 831 9959 1054
Personnel Board,7 – 9 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Personnel_Board_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/95175706703?pwd=NjN0aWxjWVBGZVZLbXp4Vnd1NUx3UT09
Teleconference: 669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 951 7570 6703
Agenda Action: V. Revise Minimum Qualifications for Construction Equipment Operator, VI. Revise minimum qualifications for Forestry Technician, Information: VII. Annual EEO Workforce Report, VIII. FY 2020 Complaint status Report, IX, Updates HR Director
Wednesday, September 9, 2020
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board – Tenant 101 Webinar,10 - 11:30 am
Requires pre-registrationhttps://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Parks and Waterfront Commission,7 – 9 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Parks_and_Waterfront_Commission.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/99170961929
Teleconference: 669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 99170961929
Agenda: 8. Measure T1 criteria for Phase 2 Project Selection, 9. Presentation PRW Potential Capital Projects
Measure T1 Neighborhood Meeting Thousand Oaks (TONA),7 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/94745191848
Teleconference: 669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 9474519 1848
Police Review Commission – Subcommittee on Police Acquisition & Use of Controlled Equipment Ordinance,12 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87979306346
Teleconference: 669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 879 7930 6346
Police Review Commission,7 – 10 pm,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom/j/87070468124
Teleconference: 669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 870 7046 8124
Agenda: 7. Chief Report, 8. Subcommittee Reports, 9. BPD policy on conducting searches of detainees on probation or parole, 10. Draft 2020-2021 Workplan
Thursday, September 10, 2020
Measure T1 Neighborhood Meeting Marin Circle (Friends of Fountain Walk),6 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/98492138088
Teleconference: 669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 984 9213 8088
Zoning Adjustment Board,7 pm
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
Videoconference: https://zoom.ys/j/94876101997
Teleconference: 669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 948 7610 1997
2523-2525 Tenth – legalize conversion of 452 sq ft 1-story detached garage to dwelling unit on 5199 sq ft lot with existing 1-story 1032 sq ft duplex - on consent
2000 Dwight – demolish 6 existing non-residential buildings and construct 6-story, 113 unit, Community Care Facility for seniors with 40 parking spaces in subterranean garage – on consent
1229 Neilson – construct 598 sq ft 2ndstory addition to 1212 sq ft single family dwelling on parcel that exceeds lot coverage limit – on consent
12 Indian Rock Path – Appeal - alter an existing 5,299 sq. ft. parcel with an existing 2,132 sq. ft. two-story single-family residence, by constructing a 74 sq. ft. second story balcony, with an average height of 15’-41⁄2” at the northwest corner of the single-family residence, and planting a continuous 16’ tall hedge along a portion of the interior side property line to the west – Action approve and dismiss appeal
600 Addison – demolish buildings and structures on an industrial site of approximately 8.67 acres, and to construct a research and development (R&D) campus containing two buildings totaling 521,810 square feet of gross floor area and 1,044 parking spaces. - provide advisory comments
Friday, September 11 - Saturday, September 12, - Sunday, September 13,
No City meetings or events found
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September 15 Berkeley City Council, 6 pm meeting agenda available for comment, email [email protected] https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88436979283
Teleconference: 669-900-6128 Meeting ID: 884 3697 9283
Agenda for 9/15/20 Regular City Council Meeting: RECESS:1. Contract $180,000 with Orsolya Kuti, DVM for on-site veterinary services for BACS 2. Accept revenue Grants for STEP (Selective Traffic Enforcement Program) 3. Contract add $225,000 total $870,304 Measure P Funds with Downtown Streets for low barrier Volunteer Work, CONSENT:4. Authorization Grant Application CalRecycle Waste Reduction, Reuse, Recycling, 5. 3-year Lease agreement with Berkeley Food Network 1001 University, 6. Ordinance Outdoor Commerce on Private Property, 7. 2ndreading Rezone Rose Garden Inn, 8. Measure T1 Loan $1.2 million ($600,000 Parks Fund, $600,00 Measure BB) in FY 2021 to complete Phase 1 projects, 10. Voting Delegates League of CA Cities, 11. Renaming ‘East’ Shattuck to Kala Bagai Way, 12. Civil Enforcement Face Covering Orders, - administrative citations, 13. RFP, 14. Memorandum $775,000 7/1/19 – 6/30/2021 between City of Berkeley and Alameda Co Behavioral Health Care Services for Mental Health Wellness Center, 15. Block Grants CARES Act Funds $373,097, 16. Amend Contract $15,000 total $90,000 thru 6/30/22 with Eikenberg Institute for Relationships to fund Cultural Humility Training Consultant, 17. Amend Contract by $6000 total $82,771 7/1/17 – 6/30/2021 for VoIP, 18. Amend Contract by $51,698 total $146,906 7/1/14 – 6/30/23 with MC Dean Inc for ERMA Uninterrupted Power Supplies (UPS) Maintenance, 19. Amend Contract add $200,000 total $5,905,668 with Mar Con Builders for Live Oak Seismic Upgrade, 20. MOA $290,000 up to $390,000 for Construction of Gilman Sanitary Sewer Line Extension for fieldhouse restroom at Tom Bates Regional Sports Complex, 21. PO TYMCO, Inc for Regenerative Air Sweeper $165,000, 22. 100% Sustainable Trips by 2040, 50% by 2030, 23. Extend Grace Period to 1/1/21for Fair Chance Housing, 24. EBRPD supporting renaming Vollmer Park, 25. Centennial Proclamation Honoring 19thAmendment and Women’s Suffrage Movement, 26. Resolution congratulating Kamala D. Harris, 27. Outreach and Technical Assistance for Berkeley Small Businesses Eligible to Prticipate in CA Rebuilding Fund 28. Resolution No Police Revolving Door, 29. Oppose Proposition 20 on Ballot which authorize felony charge for repeat petty theft and tougher penalties for parole violations, expand DNA collection, 30.Resolution accepting $15,000 grant from UC Berkeley Chancellor’s Community Partnership Fund for paid Internships, 31. Willard Park – increase nighttime enforcement of park rules listed as “Preserving Our Children’s Recreation Areas,”ACTION:32. Amend 2020-2025 Consolidated Plan accept CARES Act Funds $8,259,408, 33. Annual Housing Pipeline Report (Housing)34. To be pulled at meeting per CM - Contract add $25,000 total $75,000 extend 1 yr with Ascentis Corporation for Biometric Time Card Services, 35. Urgency Ordinance COVID-19, 36. Vote of No Confidence in Police Chief, INFORMATION REPORTS:37. City Council Short Term Referral Process – Quarterly Update, 38. FY 2021 Civic Arts Grants, 39. Audit Berkeley Public Library Tax Funds.
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
1346 Ordway, 10/13/2020
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits With End of Appeal Period
1575 Allston 9/8/2020
2327 Fifth 9/22/2020
3053 Hillegass 9/15/2020
832 Peralta 9/8/2020
0 (2435 San Pablo) 9/15/2020
3100 San Pablo 9/15/2020
2815 Seventh 9/15/2020
2523 Tenth 9/16/2020
91 Whitaker 9/8/2020
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSHOPS
Sept 29 –Vision 2050
Oct 20 –Update Berkeley’s 2020 Vision,
Jan 12 -Zero Waste Priorities
Feb 16 -BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry
March 16 –date open for scheduling
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Presentation from StopWaste on SB 1383
Berkeley Police Department Hiring Practices (referred by Public Safety Committee)
Systems Realignment
Digital Strategic Plan/FUND$ Replacement Website Update,
Previously Schedules and Unscheduled Items Removed From Lists
Ohlone Territory
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Book Club Selections on Race
White Rage by Carol Anderson
The Color of Law by Richard Rothstein
The Warmth of Other Suns by Isabel Wilkerson
The New Jim Crow by Michele Alexander
Between the World and Me by Ta-Nehisi Coates,
White Fragility by Robin Diangelo
Waking Up White by Debbie Irving
Dog Whistle Politics by Ian Haney Lopez
The Indigenous Peoples History of the United States by Roxanne Dunbar-Ortiz
One Person No Vote by Carol Anderson
Worth Noting:
Eleven City meetings in the coming week on Tuesday, September 8, Wednesday, September 7 and Thursday September 8. The City Council Agenda for September 15 is available for comment and follows the list of meetings.
Measure T1 neighborhood meetings are on Wednesday and Thursday.
Thursday at ZAB 600 Addison will be presented. It is a commercial building project across from aquatic parking that is planned with over 1000 parking spaces that will wipe out mature trees including redwoods and supposedly dig up a mature oak and successfully replant it at another location.
Comment Deadline 9/10/2020 on new permit request by Berkeley Asphalt @699 Virginia in the Oceanview District from the Bay Area Air Quality Management District. Over the past years, neighbors have brought complaints against the company for not following their permits and allowing poisonous sulfur admissions to escape, especially dangerous to small children and in-firmed adults. You have a chance to comment on Berkeley Asphalt's latest permit request. Use this url https://www.baaqmd.gov/permits/public-notices/permit-applications-received.Go to Search & Filters at bottom of screen for Date - choose July 2020 City - Berkeley and the 7/10/2020 permit will come up Click on message icon above updated for form to leave comments.
Sunday, September 6, and Monday, September 7, Labor Day Holiday
Record Heat Predicted with wind gusts up to 50 mph – Reduce Electricity Use - High Fire Risk Weekend
No City Meetings or Events
Tuesday, September 8, 2020
Agenda and Rules Committee,2:30 pm,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88170468287
Teleconference: 669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 881 7046 8287
Agenda Planning for 9/22/2020 Regular City Council meeting: 1. Amend Contract Add $100,000 total $150,000 with AG Witt LLC for COVID-19 Emergency Operations Cost Recovery Consultant, 2. Bid Solicitations $5,510,000, 7. Support CA Proposition 17 Restoring Right to Vote after Completion of Prison Term, 8. Support SB-1079 Residential Property Foreclosure, bill intended to mitigate against blight, vacancy and transfer of property from owner occupants to corporate landlords in event that CA experiences wave of foreclosures, ??? (found in packet not listed in agenda) Item – Request the US House introduce the “The Breathe Act,” ACTION:9. Presentation on the Navigable Cities Framework for ensuring Access and Freedom of Movement for People with Disabilities in Berkeley, 10. Adoption – Civic Center Vision Plan, 11. 2019 Crime Report and five Year Use of Force Report, 12. Resolution to Incorporate the Practice of 1 Minute 46 seconds of Mindfullness at City Meetings, 13. Healthy Checkout – stores >2500 sq ft to sell more nutritious food and beverage options at checkout, 14. Support Community Refrigerators $8,000 for those with no refrigeration, REFERRED ITEMS: 8. Discussion Impact of COVID-19 on meetings, 9. Referral Response: Expanding community engagement within work to address climate impacts, UNSCHEDULED ITEMS: 10. Commission Reorganization, 11. BERA to prohibit officer holder accounts, 12. Relinquishments and grants from Councilmembers’ office budgets, (packet 218 pages) REFERRALS and UNFINISHED BUSINESS: 1. Kitchen Exhaust Fans, 2. Opt Up, 3. Surveillance Technology and Use Report and Policy for License Plate Readers, 4. Ohlone History and Culture Presentation, (packet 218 pages)
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board – IRA / AGA / Registration Committee, 5 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/99315248355?pwd=eFErL2ZpQ014SGY5TU8xYzN2Q0dQZz09
Teleconference: 669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 993 1524 8355 Passcode: 328946
Agenda: 4. Discussion/Action if Measure MM passes (November 3, election)
Civic Arts Commission – Grants Subcommittee,1 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CivicArtsCommissionHomepage/
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83199591054
Teleconference: 669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 831 9959 1054
Personnel Board,7 – 9 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Personnel_Board_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/95175706703?pwd=NjN0aWxjWVBGZVZLbXp4Vnd1NUx3UT09
Teleconference: 669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 951 7570 6703
Agenda Action: V. Revise Minimum Qualifications for Construction Equipment Operator, VI. Revise minimum qualifications for Forestry Technician, Information: VII. Annual EEO Workforce Report, VIII. FY 2020 Complaint status Report, IX, Updates HR Director
Wednesday, September 9, 2020
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board – Tenant 101 Webinar,10 - 11:30 am
Requires pre-registrationhttps://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Parks and Waterfront Commission,7 – 9 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Parks_and_Waterfront_Commission.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/99170961929
Teleconference: 669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 99170961929
Agenda: 8. Measure T1 criteria for Phase 2 Project Selection, 9. Presentation PRW Potential Capital Projects
Measure T1 Neighborhood Meeting Thousand Oaks (TONA),7 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/94745191848
Teleconference: 669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 9474519 1848
Police Review Commission – Subcommittee on Police Acquisition & Use of Controlled Equipment Ordinance,12 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87979306346
Teleconference: 669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 879 7930 6346
Police Review Commission,7 – 10 pm,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom/j/87070468124
Teleconference: 669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 870 7046 8124
Agenda: 7. Chief Report, 8. Subcommittee Reports, 9. BPD policy on conducting searches of detainees on probation or parole, 10. Draft 2020-2021 Workplan
Thursday, September 10, 2020
Measure T1 Neighborhood Meeting Marin Circle (Friends of Fountain Walk),6 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/98492138088
Teleconference: 669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 984 9213 8088
Zoning Adjustment Board,7 pm
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
Videoconference: https://zoom.ys/j/94876101997
Teleconference: 669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 948 7610 1997
2523-2525 Tenth – legalize conversion of 452 sq ft 1-story detached garage to dwelling unit on 5199 sq ft lot with existing 1-story 1032 sq ft duplex - on consent
2000 Dwight – demolish 6 existing non-residential buildings and construct 6-story, 113 unit, Community Care Facility for seniors with 40 parking spaces in subterranean garage – on consent
1229 Neilson – construct 598 sq ft 2ndstory addition to 1212 sq ft single family dwelling on parcel that exceeds lot coverage limit – on consent
12 Indian Rock Path – Appeal - alter an existing 5,299 sq. ft. parcel with an existing 2,132 sq. ft. two-story single-family residence, by constructing a 74 sq. ft. second story balcony, with an average height of 15’-41⁄2” at the northwest corner of the single-family residence, and planting a continuous 16’ tall hedge along a portion of the interior side property line to the west – Action approve and dismiss appeal
600 Addison – demolish buildings and structures on an industrial site of approximately 8.67 acres, and to construct a research and development (R&D) campus containing two buildings totaling 521,810 square feet of gross floor area and 1,044 parking spaces. - provide advisory comments
Friday, September 11 - Saturday, September 12, - Sunday, September 13,
No City meetings or events found
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September 15 Berkeley City Council, 6 pm meeting agenda available for comment, email [email protected] https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88436979283
Teleconference: 669-900-6128 Meeting ID: 884 3697 9283
Agenda for 9/15/20 Regular City Council Meeting: RECESS:1. Contract $180,000 with Orsolya Kuti, DVM for on-site veterinary services for BACS 2. Accept revenue Grants for STEP (Selective Traffic Enforcement Program) 3. Contract add $225,000 total $870,304 Measure P Funds with Downtown Streets for low barrier Volunteer Work, CONSENT:4. Authorization Grant Application CalRecycle Waste Reduction, Reuse, Recycling, 5. 3-year Lease agreement with Berkeley Food Network 1001 University, 6. Ordinance Outdoor Commerce on Private Property, 7. 2ndreading Rezone Rose Garden Inn, 8. Measure T1 Loan $1.2 million ($600,000 Parks Fund, $600,00 Measure BB) in FY 2021 to complete Phase 1 projects, 10. Voting Delegates League of CA Cities, 11. Renaming ‘East’ Shattuck to Kala Bagai Way, 12. Civil Enforcement Face Covering Orders, - administrative citations, 13. RFP, 14. Memorandum $775,000 7/1/19 – 6/30/2021 between City of Berkeley and Alameda Co Behavioral Health Care Services for Mental Health Wellness Center, 15. Block Grants CARES Act Funds $373,097, 16. Amend Contract $15,000 total $90,000 thru 6/30/22 with Eikenberg Institute for Relationships to fund Cultural Humility Training Consultant, 17. Amend Contract by $6000 total $82,771 7/1/17 – 6/30/2021 for VoIP, 18. Amend Contract by $51,698 total $146,906 7/1/14 – 6/30/23 with MC Dean Inc for ERMA Uninterrupted Power Supplies (UPS) Maintenance, 19. Amend Contract add $200,000 total $5,905,668 with Mar Con Builders for Live Oak Seismic Upgrade, 20. MOA $290,000 up to $390,000 for Construction of Gilman Sanitary Sewer Line Extension for fieldhouse restroom at Tom Bates Regional Sports Complex, 21. PO TYMCO, Inc for Regenerative Air Sweeper $165,000, 22. 100% Sustainable Trips by 2040, 50% by 2030, 23. Extend Grace Period to 1/1/21for Fair Chance Housing, 24. EBRPD supporting renaming Vollmer Park, 25. Centennial Proclamation Honoring 19thAmendment and Women’s Suffrage Movement, 26. Resolution congratulating Kamala D. Harris, 27. Outreach and Technical Assistance for Berkeley Small Businesses Eligible to Prticipate in CA Rebuilding Fund 28. Resolution No Police Revolving Door, 29. Oppose Proposition 20 on Ballot which authorize felony charge for repeat petty theft and tougher penalties for parole violations, expand DNA collection, 30.Resolution accepting $15,000 grant from UC Berkeley Chancellor’s Community Partnership Fund for paid Internships, 31. Willard Park – increase nighttime enforcement of park rules listed as “Preserving Our Children’s Recreation Areas,”ACTION:32. Amend 2020-2025 Consolidated Plan accept CARES Act Funds $8,259,408, 33. Annual Housing Pipeline Report (Housing)34. To be pulled at meeting per CM - Contract add $25,000 total $75,000 extend 1 yr with Ascentis Corporation for Biometric Time Card Services, 35. Urgency Ordinance COVID-19, 36. Vote of No Confidence in Police Chief, INFORMATION REPORTS:37. City Council Short Term Referral Process – Quarterly Update, 38. FY 2021 Civic Arts Grants, 39. Audit Berkeley Public Library Tax Funds.
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
1346 Ordway, 10/13/2020
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits With End of Appeal Period
1575 Allston 9/8/2020
2327 Fifth 9/22/2020
3053 Hillegass 9/15/2020
832 Peralta 9/8/2020
0 (2435 San Pablo) 9/15/2020
3100 San Pablo 9/15/2020
2815 Seventh 9/15/2020
2523 Tenth 9/16/2020
91 Whitaker 9/8/2020
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSHOPS
Sept 29 –Vision 2050
Oct 20 –Update Berkeley’s 2020 Vision,
Jan 12 -Zero Waste Priorities
Feb 16 -BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry
March 16 –date open for scheduling
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Presentation from StopWaste on SB 1383
Berkeley Police Department Hiring Practices (referred by Public Safety Committee)
Systems Realignment
Digital Strategic Plan/FUND$ Replacement Website Update,
Previously Schedules and Unscheduled Items Removed From Lists
Ohlone Territory
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Book Club Selections on Race
White Rage by Carol Anderson
The Color of Law by Richard Rothstein
The Warmth of Other Suns by Isabel Wilkerson
The New Jim Crow by Michele Alexander
Between the World and Me by Ta-Nehisi Coates,
White Fragility by Robin Diangelo
Waking Up White by Debbie Irving
Dog Whistle Politics by Ian Haney Lopez
The Indigenous Peoples History of the United States by Roxanne Dunbar-Ortiz
One Person No Vote by Carol Anderson
August 30 - September 6, 2020
Worth Noting:
Eight City meetings are scheduled for the Week of August 30 – September 6.
Monday– The Council Agenda and Rules Committee 2:30 pm takes up most of the page with the proposed agenda for the September 15 City Council meeting. The Agenda packet is 328 pages. Item 31. No confidence vote includes police stop data that needs follow-up, Item 33. Defines the process for measuring square footage for property taxes, a subject of public comment from multiple Council meetings regarding the inaccuracy of property tax assessments.
Ashby and North Berkeley BART Community Advisory Group meets at 6 pm
Wednesday – The Homeless Services Panel of Experts 7 pm includes panel membership in item 6. “Panel has limited participation from people with lived experience at this time and [Panel] does not reflect racial/ethnic and income group makeup of people who experience homelessness in Berkeley.”
The DEIR scoping session for the Southside Zoning Ordinance is on the Wednesday Planning Commission agenda as a public hearing and also on the agenda for the Landmarks Commission on Thursday.
Sunday, August 30, 2020
No City meetings or events found
Monday, August 31, 2020
Agenda and Rules Committee,2:30 pm – 3:30 pm,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82373336588
Teleconference: 669-900-6128 Meeting ID: 823 7333 6588
Agenda Planning for 9/15/20 Regular City Council Meeting: RECESS:1. Contract $180,000 with Orsolya Kuti, DVM for on-site veterinary services for BACS 2. Contract add $225,000 total $870,304 Measure P Funds with Downtown Streets for low barrier Volunteer Work, CONSENT:3. 3-year Lease agreement with Berkeley Food Network 1001 University, 4. Ordinance Outdoor Commerce on Private Property, 5. 2ndreading Rezone Rose Garden Inn, 6. Measure T1 Loan $1.2 million ($600,000 Parks Fund, $600,00 Measure BB) in FY 2021 to complete Phase 1 projects, 7. Minutes, 8. Renaming ‘East’ Shattuck to Kala Bagai Way, 9. Civil Enforcement Face Covering Orders, - administrative citations, 10. RFP, 11. Memorandum $775,000 7/1/19 – 6/30/2021 between City of Berkeley and Alameda Co Behavioral Health Care Services for Mental Health Wellness Center, 12. Block Grants CARES Act Funds $373,097, 13. Amend Contract $15,000 total $90,000 thru 6/30/22 with Eikenberg Institute for Relationships to fund Cultural Humility Training Consultant, 14. Amend Contract by $6000 total $82,771 7/1/17 – 6/30/2021 for VoIP, 15. Amend Contract by $51,698 total $146,906 7/1/14 – 6/30/23 with MC Dean Inc for ERMA Uninterrupted Power Supplies (UPS) Maintenance, 16. Amend Contract add $200,000 total $5,905,668 with Mar Con Builders for Live Oak Seismic Upgrade, 17. MOA $290,000 up to $390,000 for Construction of Gilman Sanitary Sewer Line Extension for fieldhouse restroom at Tom Bates Regional Sports Complex, 18. PO TYMCO, Inc for Regenerative Air Sweeper $165,000 19. EBRPD supporting renaming Vollmer Park, 20. Resolution No Police Revolving Door, 21. Oppose Proposition 20 on Ballot which authorize felony charge for repeat petty theft and tougher penalties for parole violations, expand DNA collection, ACTION:22. Amend 2020-2025 Consolidated Plan accept CARES Act Funds $8,259,408, 23. Annual Housing Pipeline Report (Housing)24. Contract add $25,000 total $75,000 extend 1 yr with Ascentis Corporation for Biometric Time Card Services, 25. Urgency Ordinance COVID-19, 26. Voting Delegates League of CA Cities, 27. 100% Sustainable Trips by 2040, 50% by 2030, 28. Relinquishments and grants from Councilmember office budgets, 29. Healthy Checkout,30. Extend Grace Period to 1/1/21for Fair Chance Housing, 31. Vote of No Confidence in Police Chief, 32. Support Vision 2025 for Sustainable Food Policies forming an advisory body on sustainable food policies, Climate Friendly Food Purchasing, reduce 50% animal-based food with plant-based food, 33. Amend Berkeley’s Tax Measures and Restore Tax Equity by Changing Square Footage thru Comprehensive verification process,34. Centennial Proclamation Honoring 19thAmendment and Women’s Suffrage Movement, 35. Resolution congratulating Kamala D. Harris, 36. Resolution accepting $15,000 grant from UC Berkeley Chancellor’s Community Partnership Fund for paid Internships, INFORMATION REPORTS:37. City Council Short Term Referral Process – Quarterly Update, 38. FY 2021 Civic Arts Grants, 39. Audit Berkeley Public Library Tax Funds, Referred Items for Review8. Impact of COVID-19 on Meetings, 9.a.&b. Compiling Homeless Commission Recommendations, 10. Council Rules of Procedures Section C-1 and G-1 such that submitted items from Mayor & Councilmembers go directly to agenda instead of committee, 11. Resolution incorporate 1 minute 46 sections, Unscheduled Items: 12 Commission Reorganization, 13. Expanding Community engagement within work to address Climate Impacts, 14. BERA to prohibit Officeholder Accounts. (packet 328 pages)
Ashby and North Berkeley BART Community Advisory Group, 6 – 8 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/bartplanning/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/94464446137?pwd=QkF4ZGtQc2I2eTRSRDhVYlovbldEdz09
Teleconference: 669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 944 64446137 Passcode: 638245
Community Meeting #1 - Agenda not posted
Tuesday, September 1, 2020
No City meetings found
Wednesday, September 2, 2020
Board of Library Trustees, 6:30 pm
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86042306505
Teleconference: 669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 860 4230 6505
Agenda Action: III.A. Audit of Library Tax Fund, B. Onboarding New Library Director
Homeless Services Panel of Experts, 7 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Homeless_Services_Panel_of_Experts.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/98911895695
Teleconference: 669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 989 1189 5695
Agenda: 6. Discussion and possible action on meeting schedule, reporting and membership
Planning Commission,7 – 10 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/99383729919
Teleconference: 669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 993 8372 9919
Agenda: 9. Public Hearing: Southside Zoning Ordinance and Draft EIR Scoping Session, 10. ZORP (Subcommittee of ZAB and Planning) Phase 1 – Baseline Zoning Ordinance, 11. Public Hearing Vehicle Miles Traveled (VMT) General Plan Amendment,
Police Review Commission Subcommittee on Police Acquisition & Use of Controlled Equipment Ordinance,12 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87979306346
Teleconference: 669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 879 7930 6346
Agenda:Proposed Ordinance,
Thursday, September 3, 2020
Landmarks Preservation Commission,7 – 11:30 pm
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/landmarkspreservationcommission/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/93469370475
Teleconference: 669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 934 6937 0475
Action: 5. Notice of Preparation of Draft EIR for Southside Zoning Ordinance
2277 Shattuck – Structural Alteration Permit – Hezlett’s Silk Store Building
2019 Blake Advisory Comments
2601 Derby – Landmark or Structure of Merit Initiation
Public Works Commission, 7 – 10 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Public_Works_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: not post
Teleconference: not posted Meeting ID:
No agenda posted check after Monday
Housing Advisory Commission, 7 – 9 pm
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Housing_Advisory_Commission/
The Housing Advisory Commission is listed on the Community Calendar as meeting, but there is no agenda or indication of a pending meeting on the HAC website so this is likely an automatic posting that has not been canceled, check after Monday
Friday, September 4, Saturday, September 5, and Sunday, September 6,
No City meetings or events found
_____________________
Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
1346 Ordway, 10/13/2020
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits With End of Appeal Period
1575 Allston 9/8/2020
2716-18 Durant 9/1/20
3116 Ellis 9/1/2020
2956 Hillegass 9/1/2020
3053 Hillegass 9/15/2020
832 Peralta 9/8/2020
1531 Summit 9/1/2020
2870 Webster 9/1/2020
91 Whitaker 9/8/2020
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
___________________
WORKSHOPS
Sept 29 – Zero Waste Priorities, Vision 2050
Oct 20 –Update Berkeley’s 2020 Vision, BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Presentation from StopWaste on SB 1383
Berkeley Police Department Hiring Practices (referred by Public Safety Committee)
Systems Realignment
Digital Strategic Plan/FUND$ Replacement Website Update,
Previously Schedules and Unscheduled Items Removed From Lists
Sept 22 – Navigable Cities, Crime Report (per Mayor Arreguin the Crime Report will be rescheduled to a regular City Council meeting, the date is not available. The last crime report was in March 2019)
Ohlone Territory
Worth Noting:
Eight City meetings are scheduled for the Week of August 30 – September 6.
Monday– The Council Agenda and Rules Committee 2:30 pm takes up most of the page with the proposed agenda for the September 15 City Council meeting. The Agenda packet is 328 pages. Item 31. No confidence vote includes police stop data that needs follow-up, Item 33. Defines the process for measuring square footage for property taxes, a subject of public comment from multiple Council meetings regarding the inaccuracy of property tax assessments.
Ashby and North Berkeley BART Community Advisory Group meets at 6 pm
Wednesday – The Homeless Services Panel of Experts 7 pm includes panel membership in item 6. “Panel has limited participation from people with lived experience at this time and [Panel] does not reflect racial/ethnic and income group makeup of people who experience homelessness in Berkeley.”
The DEIR scoping session for the Southside Zoning Ordinance is on the Wednesday Planning Commission agenda as a public hearing and also on the agenda for the Landmarks Commission on Thursday.
Sunday, August 30, 2020
No City meetings or events found
Monday, August 31, 2020
Agenda and Rules Committee,2:30 pm – 3:30 pm,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82373336588
Teleconference: 669-900-6128 Meeting ID: 823 7333 6588
Agenda Planning for 9/15/20 Regular City Council Meeting: RECESS:1. Contract $180,000 with Orsolya Kuti, DVM for on-site veterinary services for BACS 2. Contract add $225,000 total $870,304 Measure P Funds with Downtown Streets for low barrier Volunteer Work, CONSENT:3. 3-year Lease agreement with Berkeley Food Network 1001 University, 4. Ordinance Outdoor Commerce on Private Property, 5. 2ndreading Rezone Rose Garden Inn, 6. Measure T1 Loan $1.2 million ($600,000 Parks Fund, $600,00 Measure BB) in FY 2021 to complete Phase 1 projects, 7. Minutes, 8. Renaming ‘East’ Shattuck to Kala Bagai Way, 9. Civil Enforcement Face Covering Orders, - administrative citations, 10. RFP, 11. Memorandum $775,000 7/1/19 – 6/30/2021 between City of Berkeley and Alameda Co Behavioral Health Care Services for Mental Health Wellness Center, 12. Block Grants CARES Act Funds $373,097, 13. Amend Contract $15,000 total $90,000 thru 6/30/22 with Eikenberg Institute for Relationships to fund Cultural Humility Training Consultant, 14. Amend Contract by $6000 total $82,771 7/1/17 – 6/30/2021 for VoIP, 15. Amend Contract by $51,698 total $146,906 7/1/14 – 6/30/23 with MC Dean Inc for ERMA Uninterrupted Power Supplies (UPS) Maintenance, 16. Amend Contract add $200,000 total $5,905,668 with Mar Con Builders for Live Oak Seismic Upgrade, 17. MOA $290,000 up to $390,000 for Construction of Gilman Sanitary Sewer Line Extension for fieldhouse restroom at Tom Bates Regional Sports Complex, 18. PO TYMCO, Inc for Regenerative Air Sweeper $165,000 19. EBRPD supporting renaming Vollmer Park, 20. Resolution No Police Revolving Door, 21. Oppose Proposition 20 on Ballot which authorize felony charge for repeat petty theft and tougher penalties for parole violations, expand DNA collection, ACTION:22. Amend 2020-2025 Consolidated Plan accept CARES Act Funds $8,259,408, 23. Annual Housing Pipeline Report (Housing)24. Contract add $25,000 total $75,000 extend 1 yr with Ascentis Corporation for Biometric Time Card Services, 25. Urgency Ordinance COVID-19, 26. Voting Delegates League of CA Cities, 27. 100% Sustainable Trips by 2040, 50% by 2030, 28. Relinquishments and grants from Councilmember office budgets, 29. Healthy Checkout,30. Extend Grace Period to 1/1/21for Fair Chance Housing, 31. Vote of No Confidence in Police Chief, 32. Support Vision 2025 for Sustainable Food Policies forming an advisory body on sustainable food policies, Climate Friendly Food Purchasing, reduce 50% animal-based food with plant-based food, 33. Amend Berkeley’s Tax Measures and Restore Tax Equity by Changing Square Footage thru Comprehensive verification process,34. Centennial Proclamation Honoring 19thAmendment and Women’s Suffrage Movement, 35. Resolution congratulating Kamala D. Harris, 36. Resolution accepting $15,000 grant from UC Berkeley Chancellor’s Community Partnership Fund for paid Internships, INFORMATION REPORTS:37. City Council Short Term Referral Process – Quarterly Update, 38. FY 2021 Civic Arts Grants, 39. Audit Berkeley Public Library Tax Funds, Referred Items for Review8. Impact of COVID-19 on Meetings, 9.a.&b. Compiling Homeless Commission Recommendations, 10. Council Rules of Procedures Section C-1 and G-1 such that submitted items from Mayor & Councilmembers go directly to agenda instead of committee, 11. Resolution incorporate 1 minute 46 sections, Unscheduled Items: 12 Commission Reorganization, 13. Expanding Community engagement within work to address Climate Impacts, 14. BERA to prohibit Officeholder Accounts. (packet 328 pages)
Ashby and North Berkeley BART Community Advisory Group, 6 – 8 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/bartplanning/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/94464446137?pwd=QkF4ZGtQc2I2eTRSRDhVYlovbldEdz09
Teleconference: 669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 944 64446137 Passcode: 638245
Community Meeting #1 - Agenda not posted
Tuesday, September 1, 2020
No City meetings found
Wednesday, September 2, 2020
Board of Library Trustees, 6:30 pm
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86042306505
Teleconference: 669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 860 4230 6505
Agenda Action: III.A. Audit of Library Tax Fund, B. Onboarding New Library Director
Homeless Services Panel of Experts, 7 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Homeless_Services_Panel_of_Experts.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/98911895695
Teleconference: 669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 989 1189 5695
Agenda: 6. Discussion and possible action on meeting schedule, reporting and membership
Planning Commission,7 – 10 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/99383729919
Teleconference: 669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 993 8372 9919
Agenda: 9. Public Hearing: Southside Zoning Ordinance and Draft EIR Scoping Session, 10. ZORP (Subcommittee of ZAB and Planning) Phase 1 – Baseline Zoning Ordinance, 11. Public Hearing Vehicle Miles Traveled (VMT) General Plan Amendment,
Police Review Commission Subcommittee on Police Acquisition & Use of Controlled Equipment Ordinance,12 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87979306346
Teleconference: 669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 879 7930 6346
Agenda:Proposed Ordinance,
Thursday, September 3, 2020
Landmarks Preservation Commission,7 – 11:30 pm
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/landmarkspreservationcommission/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/93469370475
Teleconference: 669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 934 6937 0475
Action: 5. Notice of Preparation of Draft EIR for Southside Zoning Ordinance
2277 Shattuck – Structural Alteration Permit – Hezlett’s Silk Store Building
2019 Blake Advisory Comments
2601 Derby – Landmark or Structure of Merit Initiation
Public Works Commission, 7 – 10 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Public_Works_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: not post
Teleconference: not posted Meeting ID:
No agenda posted check after Monday
Housing Advisory Commission, 7 – 9 pm
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Housing_Advisory_Commission/
The Housing Advisory Commission is listed on the Community Calendar as meeting, but there is no agenda or indication of a pending meeting on the HAC website so this is likely an automatic posting that has not been canceled, check after Monday
Friday, September 4, Saturday, September 5, and Sunday, September 6,
No City meetings or events found
_____________________
Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
1346 Ordway, 10/13/2020
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits With End of Appeal Period
1575 Allston 9/8/2020
2716-18 Durant 9/1/20
3116 Ellis 9/1/2020
2956 Hillegass 9/1/2020
3053 Hillegass 9/15/2020
832 Peralta 9/8/2020
1531 Summit 9/1/2020
2870 Webster 9/1/2020
91 Whitaker 9/8/2020
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSHOPS
Sept 29 – Zero Waste Priorities, Vision 2050
Oct 20 –Update Berkeley’s 2020 Vision, BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Presentation from StopWaste on SB 1383
Berkeley Police Department Hiring Practices (referred by Public Safety Committee)
Systems Realignment
Digital Strategic Plan/FUND$ Replacement Website Update,
Previously Schedules and Unscheduled Items Removed From Lists
Sept 22 – Navigable Cities, Crime Report (per Mayor Arreguin the Crime Report will be rescheduled to a regular City Council meeting, the date is not available. The last crime report was in March 2019)
Ohlone Territory
August 23 - August 30, 2020
Worth Noting:
For the Week of August 23 – August 30 there are 5 City meetings and the Climate Emergency Mobilization Virtual Summit Series on Fossil Free Bay Area. City Council and most of the Boards and Commission are on recess.
Monday– Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board Subcommittee meets at 6 pm and the Homeless Services Panel of Experts subcommittee meets at 7 pm.
Tuesday– The Police Review Commission Subcommittee on the Acquisition and Use of Controlled Equipment meets at noon.
Thursday– The Zoning Adjustment Board (ZAB), 7 pm will be reviewing 2435 San Pablo with 42 residential units operating as Group Living Accommodations. Each 202 sq ft “unit” / room is expected to rent for $2000 with furnishings and utilities included per the staff report. ZAB will also preview 600 Addison commercial project with two buildings. The Design Review Committee (DRC) previewed this project August 20 and had many requests/suggestions for modifications, plus questions on traffic and concerns regarding sea level rise.
Friday– From 9 am – 12 noon the 2ndin a series of workshops from the Emergency Mobilization Task Force will focus on a Fossil Free Bay Area. The series is free though donations to the series are encouraged. In the evening the Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board meets.
We are surrounded by fires and air quality has been pretty bad. If you have an iPhone you can check the Air Quality Index in an instant in your weather application. If you don’t have an iPhone go to https://www.airnow.gov
How to check the AQI (Air Quality Index)on your iPhone go to your weather application icon, scroll down past the future forecasts to the very bottom and you will see the AQI number and a description.
The higher the AQI number, the worse the air quality. Under 50 = good, 50-100 moderate, 101-150 unhealthy for sensitive groups, 151 – 200 Unhealthy for everyone including your pets, 201-300 Very Unhealthy, 301 and higher hazardous.
Other Useful Links:
Easy map check of locations of fires and evacuation areas- to use this resource click on the fire and it will bring up the map https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1svY2AKslVNUzuhv6cc3Y6FNMQRjjoqcMMuTZrGYIEPc/htmlview?pru=AAABdDdR3vs*EOZlDaere9E6UNE73SLk7w#gid=97357612
Want to check the windgo to https://www.windy.com
Prepare Your “Go Bag” so you are ready to evacuate https://www.cityofberkeley.info/WildfireEvacuation/#Evacuation_packing_list
Sign up for AC Alertshttps://member.everbridge.net
If you missed the August 22 Town Hall on Berkeley’s response to COVID-19, you can pick it up on the Mayor’s website https://www.jessearreguin.com. City Council recess ends September 14, 2020.
Sunday, August 23, 2020
No City meetings or events found
Monday, August 24, 2020
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board IRA/AGA/Registration Committee, 6 pm
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/98762196582?pwd=ZW9jd1dMUHlIY2VJUTh5RzJad3o3QT09
Teleconference: 669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 987 6219 6582 Password: 741107
Agenda: Discussion possible action 4. to recommend revisions to Emergency Regulation 1017.5 to allow reduced or discounted rents during the State of Emergency with COVID-19, 5. Recommendations regarding laws to landlord-tenant issues associated with COVID-19
Homeless Services Panel of Experts Agenda and Work Plan Subcommittee, 7 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Homeless_Services_Panel_of_Experts.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82860029765?pwd=SFIyZStYSEhqRVREZlJSWVU0UU9ZUT09
Teleconference: 669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 828 6002 9765 Passcode: 876523
Agenda:Consideration of Revising the Panel Work Plan and Proposing bylaws
Tuesday, August 25, 2020
Police Review Commission Acquisition & Use of Controlled Equipment Ordinance,Subcommittee,12 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85395953013
Teleconference: 669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 853 9595 3013
Agenda: 4. Continue review of proposed ordinance
Wednesday, August 26, 2020
No City meetings or events found
Thursday, August 27, 2020
Zoning Adjustment Board,7 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/91239441203
Teleconference: 669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 912 3944 1203
Friday, August 28, 2020
Climate Emergency Mobilization Task Force Virtual Summit Series,9 am - 12 pm
Topic: Fossil Fuel Free Bay Area
Register in advance: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/climate-emergency-mobilization-task-force-virtual-summit-series-2-tickets-116248385049 Event is free
Conference links provided with registration.
Workshops:
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board, 7 pm
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Videoconference: not posted
Teleconference: not posted Meeting ID:
Agenda Not Posted check Tuesday
Saturday, August 29, 2020 and Sunday, August 30, 2020
No City meetings or events found
_____________________
Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
1346 Ordway, TBD
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits With End of Appeal Period
1575 Allston 9/8/2020
1451 Catherine 8/24/20
2716-18 Durant 9/1/20
3116 Ellis 9/1/2020
2410 Grant 8/24/2020
28 Hillcrest 8/25/2020
2956 Hillegass 9/1/2020
1231 Oxford 8/25/2020
832 Peralta 9-8-2020
2870 Webster 9/1/2020
91 Whitaker 9/8/2020
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
___________________
WORKSHOPS
Sept 29 –Digital Strategic Plan/FUND$ Replacement Website Update, Zero Waste Priorities, Vision 2050
Oct 20 –Update Berkeley’s 2020 Vision, BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Presentation from StopWaste on SB 1383
Systems Realignment
Previously Schedules and Unscheduled Items Removed From Lists
Sept 22 – Navigable Cities, Crime Report (per Mayor Arreguin the Crime Report will be rescheduled to a regular City Council meeting, the date is not available. The last crime report was in March 2019)
Ohlone Territory
Worth Noting:
For the Week of August 23 – August 30 there are 5 City meetings and the Climate Emergency Mobilization Virtual Summit Series on Fossil Free Bay Area. City Council and most of the Boards and Commission are on recess.
Monday– Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board Subcommittee meets at 6 pm and the Homeless Services Panel of Experts subcommittee meets at 7 pm.
Tuesday– The Police Review Commission Subcommittee on the Acquisition and Use of Controlled Equipment meets at noon.
Thursday– The Zoning Adjustment Board (ZAB), 7 pm will be reviewing 2435 San Pablo with 42 residential units operating as Group Living Accommodations. Each 202 sq ft “unit” / room is expected to rent for $2000 with furnishings and utilities included per the staff report. ZAB will also preview 600 Addison commercial project with two buildings. The Design Review Committee (DRC) previewed this project August 20 and had many requests/suggestions for modifications, plus questions on traffic and concerns regarding sea level rise.
Friday– From 9 am – 12 noon the 2ndin a series of workshops from the Emergency Mobilization Task Force will focus on a Fossil Free Bay Area. The series is free though donations to the series are encouraged. In the evening the Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board meets.
We are surrounded by fires and air quality has been pretty bad. If you have an iPhone you can check the Air Quality Index in an instant in your weather application. If you don’t have an iPhone go to https://www.airnow.gov
How to check the AQI (Air Quality Index)on your iPhone go to your weather application icon, scroll down past the future forecasts to the very bottom and you will see the AQI number and a description.
The higher the AQI number, the worse the air quality. Under 50 = good, 50-100 moderate, 101-150 unhealthy for sensitive groups, 151 – 200 Unhealthy for everyone including your pets, 201-300 Very Unhealthy, 301 and higher hazardous.
Other Useful Links:
Easy map check of locations of fires and evacuation areas- to use this resource click on the fire and it will bring up the map https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1svY2AKslVNUzuhv6cc3Y6FNMQRjjoqcMMuTZrGYIEPc/htmlview?pru=AAABdDdR3vs*EOZlDaere9E6UNE73SLk7w#gid=97357612
Want to check the windgo to https://www.windy.com
Prepare Your “Go Bag” so you are ready to evacuate https://www.cityofberkeley.info/WildfireEvacuation/#Evacuation_packing_list
Sign up for AC Alertshttps://member.everbridge.net
If you missed the August 22 Town Hall on Berkeley’s response to COVID-19, you can pick it up on the Mayor’s website https://www.jessearreguin.com. City Council recess ends September 14, 2020.
Sunday, August 23, 2020
No City meetings or events found
Monday, August 24, 2020
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board IRA/AGA/Registration Committee, 6 pm
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/98762196582?pwd=ZW9jd1dMUHlIY2VJUTh5RzJad3o3QT09
Teleconference: 669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 987 6219 6582 Password: 741107
Agenda: Discussion possible action 4. to recommend revisions to Emergency Regulation 1017.5 to allow reduced or discounted rents during the State of Emergency with COVID-19, 5. Recommendations regarding laws to landlord-tenant issues associated with COVID-19
Homeless Services Panel of Experts Agenda and Work Plan Subcommittee, 7 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Homeless_Services_Panel_of_Experts.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82860029765?pwd=SFIyZStYSEhqRVREZlJSWVU0UU9ZUT09
Teleconference: 669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 828 6002 9765 Passcode: 876523
Agenda:Consideration of Revising the Panel Work Plan and Proposing bylaws
Tuesday, August 25, 2020
Police Review Commission Acquisition & Use of Controlled Equipment Ordinance,Subcommittee,12 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85395953013
Teleconference: 669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 853 9595 3013
Agenda: 4. Continue review of proposed ordinance
Wednesday, August 26, 2020
No City meetings or events found
Thursday, August 27, 2020
Zoning Adjustment Board,7 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/91239441203
Teleconference: 669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 912 3944 1203
- 2795 San Pablo – on Consent – demolish existing 1-story dwelling and construct 3-story, 5 unit multi-family building w/600 sq ft commercial space
- 3100 San Pablo – on Consent– establish 17,700 sq ft of an oncology testing lab and medical office, 69,800 sq ft of R & D in existing 402,742 sq ft building as a Variance to allow a medical use within MU-LI District where otherwise prohibited
- 0 (2435) San Pablo – Action– construct 4-story, 20,526 sq ft mixed-use building with 42 Group Living Accommodation rooms and 800 sq ft of ground floor commercial/retail on two vacant parcels
- 600 Addison– Project Preview – demolish existing buildings on industrial site of approximately 8.67 acres and construct R & D campus containing 2 buildings totaling 521,810 sq ft and 1,044 parking spaces, MU-LI
Friday, August 28, 2020
Climate Emergency Mobilization Task Force Virtual Summit Series,9 am - 12 pm
Topic: Fossil Fuel Free Bay Area
Register in advance: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/climate-emergency-mobilization-task-force-virtual-summit-series-2-tickets-116248385049 Event is free
Conference links provided with registration.
Workshops:
- Decommissioning California Refineries and Beyond,
- “I Can’t Breathe” Bay Area Air Quality and Environmental Justice,
- Power Mapping the Air District Climate and Environmental Justice Campaigns for controlling carbon pollution
- How to defund the fossil fuel industry.
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board, 7 pm
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Videoconference: not posted
Teleconference: not posted Meeting ID:
Agenda Not Posted check Tuesday
Saturday, August 29, 2020 and Sunday, August 30, 2020
No City meetings or events found
_____________________
Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
1346 Ordway, TBD
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits With End of Appeal Period
1575 Allston 9/8/2020
1451 Catherine 8/24/20
2716-18 Durant 9/1/20
3116 Ellis 9/1/2020
2410 Grant 8/24/2020
28 Hillcrest 8/25/2020
2956 Hillegass 9/1/2020
1231 Oxford 8/25/2020
832 Peralta 9-8-2020
2870 Webster 9/1/2020
91 Whitaker 9/8/2020
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
___________________
WORKSHOPS
Sept 29 –Digital Strategic Plan/FUND$ Replacement Website Update, Zero Waste Priorities, Vision 2050
Oct 20 –Update Berkeley’s 2020 Vision, BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Presentation from StopWaste on SB 1383
Systems Realignment
Previously Schedules and Unscheduled Items Removed From Lists
Sept 22 – Navigable Cities, Crime Report (per Mayor Arreguin the Crime Report will be rescheduled to a regular City Council meeting, the date is not available. The last crime report was in March 2019)
Ohlone Territory
August 16 - August 23, 2020
Worth Noting:
This is a correction and includes additional meetings. City Council on recess and most Boards and Commissions either on recess too or blocked from meeting during the pandemic. Two City meetings are scheduled for Thursday August 20 and Cheryl Davila has open office hours on Saturday August 22 from 11 am – 1 pm.
Wednesday, August 19, 2020
Planning Commission Adeline Corridor Specific Plan Subcommittee, 6:30 – 10 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/92243934589
Teleconference: 669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 922 4393 4589
Agenda: I.B. Brief Recap, II. Public Comment, III. Outstanding Topics Inclusionary Housing Requirements, Final Review of Draft Plan and recommended changes,
Thursday, August 20, 2020
Design Review Committee, 7 – 10 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/designreview/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/99173152669
Teleconference: 669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 991 7315 2669
2352 Shattuck – Final Design Review – demolish 2 existing commercial buildings; split lot into two and construct two 8-story mixed-use buildings with 206 units (including 15 Very Low Income units) 11,460 sq ft open space commercial space, 19,530 sq ft usable open space, 89 parking spaces.
600 Addison – Preview advisory comments– demolish buildings and structures to construct R & D campus containing 2 buildings, total 521,810 sq ft and 1044 parking.
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board, meetings at 5 pm and 7 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
5 pm - Budget and Personnel Committee
Videoconference:
https://zoom.us/j/93493408813?pwd=cmNqc3BPWkdXVGdGU3N4a3B0NWNMUT09
Teleconference: 669-900-6833 Meeting ID 934 9340 8813 Passcode: 716442
Agenda: 6. Discussion & Possible Action contract with 3Di, Inc to replace existing Rent Tracking (RTS) total cost $442,200 for a 5 year period, 7. Possible trainings and team-building exercises for Commissioners, 8. Recruitment options for vacant Executive Director position, 9. Discussion & Possible Action adding General Counsel position to staffing model, 10. Mid-year budget review
7 – 11 pm - Rent Board Regular Meeting
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Use the above link for video and teleconferencing information
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/92593902976?pwd=QXlKWUNjTDVnYlVjUk83Vk1lVVNMdz09
Teleconference: 408-638-0968 Meeting ID: 925 9390 2976 Passcode: 179327
Agenda: Consent: 4.b. Endorse Ordinance Ballot Measure MM, Special Presentation: 5. Hank Levy, Alameda County Treasurer Property Tax Penalty Waivers for the Coming Year, Appeal 6. # RWN-16491905 Essex heard any time after 7:30 pm, Action: 7. (1) 3Di, Inc contract, (2) Waivers of Late registration Fees
Saturday, August 22, 2020
Cheryl Davila open office hours, 11 am - 1 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81766682075?pwd=NzRXQW1naUdlNmN5eU1lMDR4U3Fjdz09
Teleconference: 669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 81766682075 Password: 372587
_____________________
Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
1346 Ordway, TBD
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits With End of Appeal Period
1451 Catherine 8/24/20
800 Dwight 8/20/2020
118 El Camino 8/13/2020
2410 Grant 8/24/2020
28 Hillcrest 8/25/2020
1231 Oxford 8/25/2020
2750-52 Prince 8/18/2020
2720 San Pablo 8/18/2020
1201 Second 8/18/2020
2012 Shattuck 8/18/2020
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
___________________
WORKSHOPS
Sept 29 –Digital Strategic Plan/FUND$ Replacement Website Update, Zero Waste Priorities, Vision 2050
Oct 20 –Update Berkeley’s 2020 Vision, BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Presentation from StopWaste on SB 1383
Systems Realignment
Previously Schedules and Unscheduled Items Removed From Lists
Sept 22 – Navigable Cities, Crime Report (per Mayor Arreguin the Crime Report will be rescheduled to a regular City Council meeting, the date is not available. The last crime report was in March 2019)
Ohlone Territory
Worth Noting:
This is a correction and includes additional meetings. City Council on recess and most Boards and Commissions either on recess too or blocked from meeting during the pandemic. Two City meetings are scheduled for Thursday August 20 and Cheryl Davila has open office hours on Saturday August 22 from 11 am – 1 pm.
Wednesday, August 19, 2020
Planning Commission Adeline Corridor Specific Plan Subcommittee, 6:30 – 10 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/92243934589
Teleconference: 669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 922 4393 4589
Agenda: I.B. Brief Recap, II. Public Comment, III. Outstanding Topics Inclusionary Housing Requirements, Final Review of Draft Plan and recommended changes,
Thursday, August 20, 2020
Design Review Committee, 7 – 10 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/designreview/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/99173152669
Teleconference: 669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 991 7315 2669
2352 Shattuck – Final Design Review – demolish 2 existing commercial buildings; split lot into two and construct two 8-story mixed-use buildings with 206 units (including 15 Very Low Income units) 11,460 sq ft open space commercial space, 19,530 sq ft usable open space, 89 parking spaces.
600 Addison – Preview advisory comments– demolish buildings and structures to construct R & D campus containing 2 buildings, total 521,810 sq ft and 1044 parking.
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board, meetings at 5 pm and 7 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
5 pm - Budget and Personnel Committee
Videoconference:
https://zoom.us/j/93493408813?pwd=cmNqc3BPWkdXVGdGU3N4a3B0NWNMUT09
Teleconference: 669-900-6833 Meeting ID 934 9340 8813 Passcode: 716442
Agenda: 6. Discussion & Possible Action contract with 3Di, Inc to replace existing Rent Tracking (RTS) total cost $442,200 for a 5 year period, 7. Possible trainings and team-building exercises for Commissioners, 8. Recruitment options for vacant Executive Director position, 9. Discussion & Possible Action adding General Counsel position to staffing model, 10. Mid-year budget review
7 – 11 pm - Rent Board Regular Meeting
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Use the above link for video and teleconferencing information
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/92593902976?pwd=QXlKWUNjTDVnYlVjUk83Vk1lVVNMdz09
Teleconference: 408-638-0968 Meeting ID: 925 9390 2976 Passcode: 179327
Agenda: Consent: 4.b. Endorse Ordinance Ballot Measure MM, Special Presentation: 5. Hank Levy, Alameda County Treasurer Property Tax Penalty Waivers for the Coming Year, Appeal 6. # RWN-16491905 Essex heard any time after 7:30 pm, Action: 7. (1) 3Di, Inc contract, (2) Waivers of Late registration Fees
Saturday, August 22, 2020
Cheryl Davila open office hours, 11 am - 1 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81766682075?pwd=NzRXQW1naUdlNmN5eU1lMDR4U3Fjdz09
Teleconference: 669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 81766682075 Password: 372587
_____________________
Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
1346 Ordway, TBD
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits With End of Appeal Period
1451 Catherine 8/24/20
800 Dwight 8/20/2020
118 El Camino 8/13/2020
2410 Grant 8/24/2020
28 Hillcrest 8/25/2020
1231 Oxford 8/25/2020
2750-52 Prince 8/18/2020
2720 San Pablo 8/18/2020
1201 Second 8/18/2020
2012 Shattuck 8/18/2020
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
___________________
WORKSHOPS
Sept 29 –Digital Strategic Plan/FUND$ Replacement Website Update, Zero Waste Priorities, Vision 2050
Oct 20 –Update Berkeley’s 2020 Vision, BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Presentation from StopWaste on SB 1383
Systems Realignment
Previously Schedules and Unscheduled Items Removed From Lists
Sept 22 – Navigable Cities, Crime Report (per Mayor Arreguin the Crime Report will be rescheduled to a regular City Council meeting, the date is not available. The last crime report was in March 2019)
Ohlone Territory
August 9 - August 16, 2020
Worth Noting:
There are five Board/Commission City meetings and two Ashby and North Berkeley BART “Office Hour” question and comment sessions in the week of August 9 – 16.
Monday – Ashby and North Berkeley BART Office Hours 5 pm
Tuesday – PRC Subcommittee Acquisition and Use of Controlled Equipment 11 am. - (Controlled equipment is about military equipment purchased for and used by Berkeley police)
Wednesday– Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board Outreach Committee 2 pm includes the COVID-19 update addressing rent and eviction protections
Parks and Waterfront Commission is at 7 pm
Thursday – Ashby and North Berkeley BART Office Hours 12:30 pm
The 6 pm Zoning Adjustment Board Special meeting is the Update to the Baseline Zoning Ordinance and the scheduled one-hour meeting is not really enough time for comment on the 458 page document that covers everything zoning and permitting, i.e. land use, loading zones, demolitions, lapsed permits, public hearings, wireless installations standards, ADUs. And, those reading through the document will be disappointed to see that some of the current problems with zoning are continued into the “update.” This deserves your attention especially if you have any interest in what is allowed and restricted in Berkeley. Once the document goes to Council and is approved by Council it is effective immediately. The regular ZAB meeting follows the special 6 pm meeting.
Sunday, August 9, 2020
No City meetings or events found
Monday, August 10, 2020
Ashby and North Berkeley BART Community Advisory Group (CAG), 5 – 6:30 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/bartplanning/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/94928040853?pwd=UDdiZkVhbjZNWWdIOExpRmk0TG9xUT09#success
Meeting ID: 949 2804 0853 Passcode: 423205
Teleconference: 669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 949 2804 0853 Passcode: 423205
These are “Office Hours” meant for questions and comments covered in meeting #2, no presentations will be made. You can join the Zoom call at any time during the sessions
Link to video of meeting #2 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uDhvUxijOR0&t=1328s
Tuesday, August 11, 2020
Police Review Commission Subcommittee Police Acquisition & Use of Controlled Equipment Ordinance,11 am
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85395953013
Teleconference: 669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 853 9595 3013
Agenda: 4. Public Comment, 5. Determine how to proceed proposed ordinance regulating police acquisition and use of controlled equipment.
Wednesday, August 12, 2020
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board – Outreach Committee,2 pm
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/94498345912?pwd=Q1pPcmpFeWpXQm9mMlJ5cWpwRDIrUT09#success
Teleconference: 408-638-0968 Meeting ID: 944 9834 5912 Passcode: 764417
Agenda: 4. Public Comment, 6. Census Outreach, 7. COVID-19 update and tenants
Parks and Waterfront Commission,7 – 9
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Parks_and_Waterfront_Commission.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/95404087596
Teleconference: 669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 954 0408 7596
Agenda: 5. Public Comment, 8. Berkeley Commons Project, Proposed development @ 600 Addison with proposed improvements to Aquatic Park, bike/ped trail, ADA accessible parking, 9. Update T1 Phase 1, 10. Update T1 Phase 2
Thursday, August 13, 2020
Ashby and North Berkeley BART Community Advisory Group (CAG), 12:30 - 2 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/bartplanning/
Videoconference:
https://zoom.us/j/96397530244?pwd=L1lTdEd6QUI3aFp3VlpNTlZQNEprZz09#success
Meeting ID: 963 9753 0244 Password: 0340944
Teleconference: 669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 963 9753 0244 Password: 0340944
These are “Office Hours” meant for questions and comments covered in meeting #2, no presentations will be made. You can join the Zoom call at any time during the sessions
Link to video of meeting #2 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uDhvUxijOR0&t=1328s
Zoning Adjustment Board, 6 pm and 7 pm – same login for both meetings
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/94599730086
Teleconference: 669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 945 9973 0086
6 pm Special Meeting
Agenda: 1. Update on Baseline Zoning Ordinance, Phase 1 of the Zoning Ordinance Revision (Zoning Ordinance packet 458 pages)
7 pm Regular Meeting
1328 Oxford – alter 5400 sq ft residential parcel that is over density by constructing 234 sq ft 2ndstory, adding 4 dormers to roof resulting 202 sq ft of habitable space in attic to existing 2-story single family dwelling. on consent
2956 Hillegass – enlarge 2-story 1926 sq ft single family dwelling on 2754 sq ft lot by converting 903 sq ft basement and crawl space to habitable space increasing bedrooms from 3 to 5 and establishing an uncovered off-street parking space within rear setback – on consent
1531 Summit – construct new 2393 sq ft 2-story single family dwelling with average height 24’5” and detached 2 car garage within 25% of lot portion closed to Summit on 7269 sq ft vacant hillside parcel.Staff recommendapprove
2716 – 2718 – raise dwelling at front of lot to create 3-story dwelling, raise dwelling at rear of lot and construct 2 new dwellings below and not provide required 2 parking spaces. Staff recommendapprove front unit addition of 6thor greater bedroom to parcel and residential addition greater than 16’ in average height and 20’ maximum height, deny variance to not provide parking for the new dwellings.
2870 Webster – appeal of Zoning Officer decision to approve Admin Use Permit as part of extensive remodel to expand 2296 sq ft 2-story single family dwelling on 4935 sq ft R-1 parcel, construct 115 sq ft additionof 2ndfloor with aveage height of 25’5”, enlarge bathroom window, construct 9’fence. Staff recommendapprove and deny appeal.
Friday, August 14, 2020, Saturday, August 15, 2020, Sunday, August 16, 2020
No City meetings or events found
_____________________
Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
1346 Ordway, TBD
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits With End of Appeal Period
1451 Catherine 8/24/20
800 Dwight 8/20/2020
118 El Camino 8/13/2020
2410 Grant 8/24/2020
28 Hillcrest 8/25/2020
1231 Oxford 8/25/2020
2750-52 Prince 8/18/2020
3015 San Pablo 8/12/2020
1201 Second 8/18/2020
2012 Shattuck 8/18/2020
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSHOPS
Sept 29 –Digital Strategic Plan/FUND$ Replacement Website Update, Zero Waste Priorities, Vision 2050
Oct 20 –Update Berkeley’s 2020 Vision, BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Presentation from StopWaste on SB 1383
Systems Realignment
Previously Schedules and Unscheduled Items Removed From Lists
Sept 22 – Navigable Cities, Crime Report (per Mayor Arreguin the Crime Report will be rescheduled to a regular City Council meeting, the date is not available. The last crime report was in March 2019)
Ohlone Territory
___________________
This meeting list is also posted. in the Berkeley Daily Planet under activist’s calendar http://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
Worth Noting:
There are five Board/Commission City meetings and two Ashby and North Berkeley BART “Office Hour” question and comment sessions in the week of August 9 – 16.
Monday – Ashby and North Berkeley BART Office Hours 5 pm
Tuesday – PRC Subcommittee Acquisition and Use of Controlled Equipment 11 am. - (Controlled equipment is about military equipment purchased for and used by Berkeley police)
Wednesday– Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board Outreach Committee 2 pm includes the COVID-19 update addressing rent and eviction protections
Parks and Waterfront Commission is at 7 pm
Thursday – Ashby and North Berkeley BART Office Hours 12:30 pm
The 6 pm Zoning Adjustment Board Special meeting is the Update to the Baseline Zoning Ordinance and the scheduled one-hour meeting is not really enough time for comment on the 458 page document that covers everything zoning and permitting, i.e. land use, loading zones, demolitions, lapsed permits, public hearings, wireless installations standards, ADUs. And, those reading through the document will be disappointed to see that some of the current problems with zoning are continued into the “update.” This deserves your attention especially if you have any interest in what is allowed and restricted in Berkeley. Once the document goes to Council and is approved by Council it is effective immediately. The regular ZAB meeting follows the special 6 pm meeting.
Sunday, August 9, 2020
No City meetings or events found
Monday, August 10, 2020
Ashby and North Berkeley BART Community Advisory Group (CAG), 5 – 6:30 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/bartplanning/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/94928040853?pwd=UDdiZkVhbjZNWWdIOExpRmk0TG9xUT09#success
Meeting ID: 949 2804 0853 Passcode: 423205
Teleconference: 669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 949 2804 0853 Passcode: 423205
These are “Office Hours” meant for questions and comments covered in meeting #2, no presentations will be made. You can join the Zoom call at any time during the sessions
Link to video of meeting #2 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uDhvUxijOR0&t=1328s
Tuesday, August 11, 2020
Police Review Commission Subcommittee Police Acquisition & Use of Controlled Equipment Ordinance,11 am
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85395953013
Teleconference: 669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 853 9595 3013
Agenda: 4. Public Comment, 5. Determine how to proceed proposed ordinance regulating police acquisition and use of controlled equipment.
Wednesday, August 12, 2020
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board – Outreach Committee,2 pm
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/94498345912?pwd=Q1pPcmpFeWpXQm9mMlJ5cWpwRDIrUT09#success
Teleconference: 408-638-0968 Meeting ID: 944 9834 5912 Passcode: 764417
Agenda: 4. Public Comment, 6. Census Outreach, 7. COVID-19 update and tenants
Parks and Waterfront Commission,7 – 9
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Parks_and_Waterfront_Commission.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/95404087596
Teleconference: 669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 954 0408 7596
Agenda: 5. Public Comment, 8. Berkeley Commons Project, Proposed development @ 600 Addison with proposed improvements to Aquatic Park, bike/ped trail, ADA accessible parking, 9. Update T1 Phase 1, 10. Update T1 Phase 2
Thursday, August 13, 2020
Ashby and North Berkeley BART Community Advisory Group (CAG), 12:30 - 2 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/bartplanning/
Videoconference:
https://zoom.us/j/96397530244?pwd=L1lTdEd6QUI3aFp3VlpNTlZQNEprZz09#success
Meeting ID: 963 9753 0244 Password: 0340944
Teleconference: 669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 963 9753 0244 Password: 0340944
These are “Office Hours” meant for questions and comments covered in meeting #2, no presentations will be made. You can join the Zoom call at any time during the sessions
Link to video of meeting #2 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uDhvUxijOR0&t=1328s
Zoning Adjustment Board, 6 pm and 7 pm – same login for both meetings
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/94599730086
Teleconference: 669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 945 9973 0086
6 pm Special Meeting
Agenda: 1. Update on Baseline Zoning Ordinance, Phase 1 of the Zoning Ordinance Revision (Zoning Ordinance packet 458 pages)
7 pm Regular Meeting
1328 Oxford – alter 5400 sq ft residential parcel that is over density by constructing 234 sq ft 2ndstory, adding 4 dormers to roof resulting 202 sq ft of habitable space in attic to existing 2-story single family dwelling. on consent
2956 Hillegass – enlarge 2-story 1926 sq ft single family dwelling on 2754 sq ft lot by converting 903 sq ft basement and crawl space to habitable space increasing bedrooms from 3 to 5 and establishing an uncovered off-street parking space within rear setback – on consent
1531 Summit – construct new 2393 sq ft 2-story single family dwelling with average height 24’5” and detached 2 car garage within 25% of lot portion closed to Summit on 7269 sq ft vacant hillside parcel.Staff recommendapprove
2716 – 2718 – raise dwelling at front of lot to create 3-story dwelling, raise dwelling at rear of lot and construct 2 new dwellings below and not provide required 2 parking spaces. Staff recommendapprove front unit addition of 6thor greater bedroom to parcel and residential addition greater than 16’ in average height and 20’ maximum height, deny variance to not provide parking for the new dwellings.
2870 Webster – appeal of Zoning Officer decision to approve Admin Use Permit as part of extensive remodel to expand 2296 sq ft 2-story single family dwelling on 4935 sq ft R-1 parcel, construct 115 sq ft additionof 2ndfloor with aveage height of 25’5”, enlarge bathroom window, construct 9’fence. Staff recommendapprove and deny appeal.
Friday, August 14, 2020, Saturday, August 15, 2020, Sunday, August 16, 2020
No City meetings or events found
_____________________
Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
1346 Ordway, TBD
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits With End of Appeal Period
1451 Catherine 8/24/20
800 Dwight 8/20/2020
118 El Camino 8/13/2020
2410 Grant 8/24/2020
28 Hillcrest 8/25/2020
1231 Oxford 8/25/2020
2750-52 Prince 8/18/2020
3015 San Pablo 8/12/2020
1201 Second 8/18/2020
2012 Shattuck 8/18/2020
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSHOPS
Sept 29 –Digital Strategic Plan/FUND$ Replacement Website Update, Zero Waste Priorities, Vision 2050
Oct 20 –Update Berkeley’s 2020 Vision, BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Presentation from StopWaste on SB 1383
Systems Realignment
Previously Schedules and Unscheduled Items Removed From Lists
Sept 22 – Navigable Cities, Crime Report (per Mayor Arreguin the Crime Report will be rescheduled to a regular City Council meeting, the date is not available. The last crime report was in March 2019)
Ohlone Territory
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This meeting list is also posted. in the Berkeley Daily Planet under activist’s calendar http://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
August 2 - August 9, 2020
Worth Noting:
July 31, The total number of COVID-19 cases in California is now more than 500,000. California now has more cases of COVID-19 than 191 countries. Only the total US, Brazil, India and Russia have reported more cases of COVID-19 than the State of California.
City Council is on Summer Recess through September 14, 2020. Most of the Boards and Commissions recess during August and the majority have been held from meeting even via zoom since the shelter in place order March 16th.
There are four City meetings in the coming week.
Monday– Ashby and North Berkeley BART Community Advisory Group, 6 pm. The number of decisions that have already been made regarding the BART Projects can be reviewed through the website link below with the meeting agenda. The BART Projects will be a minimum of 7 stories.
Wednesday- Planning Commission, 7 pm
Thursday– Rent Stabilization Board Habitable and Sustainable Housing Committee, 5:30 pm and Landmarks Preservation Commission, 7 pm.
Sunday, August 2, 2020
No City meetings or events found
Monday, August 3, 2020
Ashby and North Berkeley BART Community Advisory Group, 6 – 9 pmhttps://www.cityofberkeley.info/bartplanning/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/92611093233
Teleconference: 669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 926 1109 3233
Agenda: 2. CAG Roles and Process, 3. Planning Process, 4. Zoning AB2923, Development Parameters and Community Goals, 5. Preliminary Site Concepts, 6. Next Steps, 7. Public Comment
Tuesday, August 4, 2020
No City meetings or events found
Wednesday, August 5, 2020
Planning Commission, 7 – 10 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/92939134810
Teleconference: 669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 929 3913 4810
Agenda: 9. Public Hearing: Southside Zoning Ordinance Amendments Project Update and Draft EIR scoping session, 10. ZORP Phase 1 – Baseline Zoning Ordinance
Thursday, August 6, 2020
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board Habitable and Sustainable Housing Committee, 5:30 pm
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/94831963731?pwd=UGJ0Ny9FdkNyVVdDQnhlS2dzT1VxUT09#success
Passcode: 732485
Teleconference: 669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 732584
Agenda: Discussion and possible action 6. Solar cost sharing, 7. Car chargers, 8. dishwashers
Landmarks Preservation Commission,7 – 11:30 pm
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/landmarkspreservationcommission/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/92990053892
Teleconference: 669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 929 9005 3892
1740 San Pablo – Section 106 Referral1915 Berryman – Landmark or Structure of Merit designation for Payson House
2015 Blake – Demolition referral
2019 Blake – Demolition referral
1207 Tenth – Demolition referral
1 Orchard Lane – Landmark Initiation
2939 Dwight Way - Landmark of Structure of Merit Initiation
Notice of Preparation of Draft EIR for Southside Ordinance Amendments
Staff Announcements Impact of SB 300 on Landmarks,
Friday, August 7, 2020, Saturday, August 8, 2020, Sunday, August 9, 2020
No City meetings or events found
_____________________
Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
___________________
WORKSHOPS
Sept 29 –Digital Strategic Plan/FUND$ Replacement Website Update, Zero Waste Priorities, Vision 2050
Oct 20 –Update Berkeley’s 2020 Vision, BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Presentation from StopWaste on SB 1383
Systems Realignment
Previously Schedules and Unscheduled Items Removed From Lists
Sept 22 – Navigable Cities, Crime Report (per Mayor Arreguin the Crime Report will be rescheduled to a regular City Council meeting, the date is not available. The last crime report was in March 2019)
Ohlone Territory
Worth Noting:
July 31, The total number of COVID-19 cases in California is now more than 500,000. California now has more cases of COVID-19 than 191 countries. Only the total US, Brazil, India and Russia have reported more cases of COVID-19 than the State of California.
City Council is on Summer Recess through September 14, 2020. Most of the Boards and Commissions recess during August and the majority have been held from meeting even via zoom since the shelter in place order March 16th.
There are four City meetings in the coming week.
Monday– Ashby and North Berkeley BART Community Advisory Group, 6 pm. The number of decisions that have already been made regarding the BART Projects can be reviewed through the website link below with the meeting agenda. The BART Projects will be a minimum of 7 stories.
Wednesday- Planning Commission, 7 pm
Thursday– Rent Stabilization Board Habitable and Sustainable Housing Committee, 5:30 pm and Landmarks Preservation Commission, 7 pm.
Sunday, August 2, 2020
No City meetings or events found
Monday, August 3, 2020
Ashby and North Berkeley BART Community Advisory Group, 6 – 9 pmhttps://www.cityofberkeley.info/bartplanning/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/92611093233
Teleconference: 669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 926 1109 3233
Agenda: 2. CAG Roles and Process, 3. Planning Process, 4. Zoning AB2923, Development Parameters and Community Goals, 5. Preliminary Site Concepts, 6. Next Steps, 7. Public Comment
Tuesday, August 4, 2020
No City meetings or events found
Wednesday, August 5, 2020
Planning Commission, 7 – 10 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/92939134810
Teleconference: 669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 929 3913 4810
Agenda: 9. Public Hearing: Southside Zoning Ordinance Amendments Project Update and Draft EIR scoping session, 10. ZORP Phase 1 – Baseline Zoning Ordinance
Thursday, August 6, 2020
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board Habitable and Sustainable Housing Committee, 5:30 pm
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/94831963731?pwd=UGJ0Ny9FdkNyVVdDQnhlS2dzT1VxUT09#success
Passcode: 732485
Teleconference: 669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 732584
Agenda: Discussion and possible action 6. Solar cost sharing, 7. Car chargers, 8. dishwashers
Landmarks Preservation Commission,7 – 11:30 pm
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/landmarkspreservationcommission/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/92990053892
Teleconference: 669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 929 9005 3892
1740 San Pablo – Section 106 Referral1915 Berryman – Landmark or Structure of Merit designation for Payson House
2015 Blake – Demolition referral
2019 Blake – Demolition referral
1207 Tenth – Demolition referral
1 Orchard Lane – Landmark Initiation
2939 Dwight Way - Landmark of Structure of Merit Initiation
Notice of Preparation of Draft EIR for Southside Ordinance Amendments
Staff Announcements Impact of SB 300 on Landmarks,
Friday, August 7, 2020, Saturday, August 8, 2020, Sunday, August 9, 2020
No City meetings or events found
_____________________
Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
- 1346 Ordway, TBD
- 2319 California 8/4/2020
- 545 Colusa 7/30/2020
- 800 Dwight 8/20/2020
- 118 El Camino 8/13/2020
- 979 Regal 8/4/2020
- 3015 San Pablo 8/12/2020
- 1120 Second (LPC)
- 41 San Diego Rd (LPC)
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
___________________
WORKSHOPS
Sept 29 –Digital Strategic Plan/FUND$ Replacement Website Update, Zero Waste Priorities, Vision 2050
Oct 20 –Update Berkeley’s 2020 Vision, BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Presentation from StopWaste on SB 1383
Systems Realignment
Previously Schedules and Unscheduled Items Removed From Lists
Sept 22 – Navigable Cities, Crime Report (per Mayor Arreguin the Crime Report will be rescheduled to a regular City Council meeting, the date is not available. The last crime report was in March 2019)
Ohlone Territory
July 26 - August 2, 2020
Worth Noting:
There are four meetings in the coming week so far including the Tuesday 4 pm City Council closed session. There have been a lot of long Council meetings and late nights – expect another on Tuesday.
Monday– The 10 am policy committee on Health, Life Enrichment, Equity & Community will discuss Racism as a Public Health Crisis. Follow the committee link for details.
Tuesday– City Council Regular meeting is at 6 pm. Expect a long night with 44 agenda items including 6 action items. Usually items carried over from prior meetings precede the planned action agenda, but instead Item A. Emergency Declarations and First Amendment Curfews is listed as last. Item 36 SB 902 should be opposed not supported as it is another Scott Wiener measure that adds density without what is need most substantial affordable housing requirements. The Annual Housing Pipeline report listed under information deserves a full presentation and explanation.
Thursday- City Council will be meeting on July 30 to finish business before starting the summer recess and per the City Clerk Mark Numainville the agenda will not be posted on the Council website until Monday afternoon. So far only one meeting is expected. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx The long awaited agenda is finally posted.
LATE ENTRY - Thursday, July 30, 2020
City Council Special Meetings – the same login/zoom for both meetings
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81409898529
Teleconference: 669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 814 0989 8529
4 pm Special Meeting Agenda: 1. Ballot Measure to Amend Various sections of the Rent Stabilization Ordinance, a. prohibit eviction of qualifying tenants for nonpayment of rent during state or local emergencies, b. authorize the Rent Stabilization Board to set registration fees for partially exempt units, c. limit ADU exemption to owner-occupied properties with a single-family home and one ADU.
6 pm Special Meeting Agenda: CONSENT: items 1 -4 are extensions of employee agreements, with no change in compensation for 1 year for 1. MOU Berkeley Police Association, 2. MOU SEIU Local 1021 Community services Unit and Part-Time Recreation Leaders Association, 3. MOU SEIU Local 1021 Maintenance & Clerical Chapter, 4. Unrepresented Employees receive COVID-19 considerations additional emergency paid sick leave and floating holidays. ACTION: 5. Charter Amendment Ballot changing Mayor and Council to full time status, 6. Charter Amendment Ballot to repeal residency status for sworn members of the fire department, 7. a.&b. Ballot Measure to Create a Climate Action Fund thru adding 2.5% utility user tax to gas and electricity, measure with exemptions for low income users.
Sunday, July 26, 2020
No City meetings or events found
Monday, July 27, 2020
City Council Health, Life Enrichment, Equity & Community Committee, 10 am https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Health,_Life_Enrichment,_Equity___Community.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83717689869
Teleconference: 669-900-9128 Meeting ID:837 1768 9869
Agenda: 2. Listening Session on Homelessness, 3. Declare Racism as a Public Health Crisis, a Threat to Safety Issue in the City of Berkeley, 4. a.&b. Enforcement of the Berkeley Smoke-Free Multi-Unit Housing Ordinance, 5. a.&b Smoke-Free Multi-unit Housing Ordinance Policy and Enforcement Modifications.
Tuesday, July 28, 2020
Berkeley City Council, 4 pm and 6 pm,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
4 pm Closed Session
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88655739778
Teleconference: 699-900-9128 Meeting ID:886 5573 9778
Agenda: Conference with Real Property Negotiators (Dee Ridley Williams, Paul Buddenhagen, Scot Ferris) Price and Terms, 1. 5385 Cazadero Hwy, Cazadero Performing Arts Camp, 2. 225 University Qasemi Abdul Moquim dba Berkeley Sportsman
6 PM Regular Council Meeting
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83653444287
Teleconference: 669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 836 5344 4287
Agenda CONSENT: 1. 2ndreading Video and Telecommunications Ordinance, 2. 2ndreading Easements between 2009 and 2015 Addison, 3. Resolution Emergency Proclamation SARS-CoV-2, 4. Minutes, 5. 2021 Council meeting schedule, 6. Avast Foundation Grant $10,000 to Animal Services, 7. Grant CA Arts Council $10,500 for Berkeley Civil Arts Program and BUSD, 8. Formal Bid Solicitations $8,645,000, 9. Add $100,000 and extend by 1 yr total $317,000 with Youth Spirit Artworks for Transition Age Youth Case Management, 10. Grant Agreement accept $196,965 for COVID-19 from CDC for Disease Control and Prevention, FY 2021 11. Resolution City to fund $50,000 to RCD and $50,000 to SAHA, 12. Participation Agreement for Mental Health Services Act, Innovations, Help@Hand Project thru 6/30/2024, 13. Block Grant (CSBG) 14. Amend contract add $90,000 total $3,565,7657/1/2006 – 6/30/2021, 15. Add $72,000 total $559,300 with Rolling Orange, Inc for Website Redesign Content Management System (CMS), 16. Add $650,000 total $3,952,663 (4/1/2017-6/30/2023) with Tyler Technologies Enterprise Resource Planning System for software licensing, implementation and maintenance, 17. Add $367,500 total $1,555,230 (3/30/2017-6/30/2021) with Tyler Technologies for New World Public Safety Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD) Police and Fire, mobile messaging and field reporting, 18. Contract $608,400 (9/1/2020-8/31/2025) with ePlus for Cohesity Backup Solution and hosted Cloud Storage, 19. Contract $405,000 (9/1/2020-8/31/2023) with Digital Hands for Cybersecurity Event Monitoring and Security Information and Event Management (SEIM), 20. MOU with “A Safe Place” Domestic Violence Shelter, 21. MOU with CA Dept of Justice accept grant for submission and testing of Sexual Assault Evidence, 22. Lease Agreement: 3 yr term 1001 University with the Berkeley Food Network, 23. Grant Application: Highway Safety Improvement Program multiple left-turn signalized intersection and Sacrament Pedestrian Crossings, 24. Contract add $25,000 total $75,000 with Ascentis Corporation 9274A for Biometric Time Card Services, 25. Contract $550,127 with McNabb Construction Inc for Codornices Creek Restoration at Kains Ave Project, 26. Referral Response: Action Plan to transition fleet vehicles to electric including infrastructure, 27. Amendments to BERA to prohibit Officeholder Accounts, 28. Oppose Nuclear Warfare marking 75thanniversary of bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, 29. Support Berkeley Humane Society Adoption Event 9/29/2020, 30. Provide our Unhoused Community with Menstrual Products, 31. Resolution in Support of 1921 Walnut, 32. Adopt Resolution Implementing Core Police Accountability Board and Director of Police Accountability by July 1, 2021, 33. Resolution in Support of AB 310 Public Bank, 34. Oppose AB 2167 Insurance Action Market Plan & SB 292 Wildfire Risk Modeling and Mitigation, 35. Support SB 288 Sustainable Transportation COVID-19 Recovery Act, 36. Support SB 902 Authorizing Cities to Rezone for Density bill from Scott Weiner,37. Support AB 2542 CA Racial Justice Act, 38. Support AB 2345 Density Bonus, ACTION: 39. Amendment Urgency Ordinance for Outdoor Commerce on Private Property, 40. Rezone Rose Garden Inn, 41. Ballot Initiative Amend Rent Stabilization and Eviction for Good Cause Ordinance, 42. Amend BMC 23C.22 Short Term Rentals, 43. Urgency Ordinance: Updates to the COVID Emergency Response Ordinance Request Tenant Protections and Resolution UC Berkeley voluntarily comply with local ordinances restricting evictions, delay rent payments and empower tenants to terminate leases without penalty, A. Changes to BMC Code Emergency Declarations and First Amendment Curfews, INFORMATION REPORTS: 44. Voluntary Time Off Program, 45. Annual Housing Pipeline Report,
Wednesday, July 29, 2020
No City meetings or events found
LATE ENTRY - Thursday, July 30, 2020
City Council Special Meetings – the same login/zoom for both meetings
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81409898529
Teleconference: 669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 814 0989 8529
4 pm Special Meeting Agenda: 1. Ballot Measure to Amend Various sections of the Rent Stabilization Ordinance, a. prohibit eviction of qualifying tenants for nonpayment of rent during state or local emergencies, b. authorize the Rent Stabilization Board to set registration fees for partially exempt units, c. limit ADU exemption to owner-occupied properties with a single-family home and one ADU.
6 pm Special Meeting Agenda: CONSENT: items 1 -4 are extensions of employee agreements, with no change in compensation for 1 year for 1. MOU Berkeley Police Association, 2. MOU SEIU Local 1021 Community services Unit and Part-Time Recreation Leaders Association, 3. MOU SEIU Local 1021 Maintenance & Clerical Chapter, 4. Unrepresented Employees receive COVID-19 considerations additional emergency paid sick leave and floating holidays. ACTION: 5. Charter Amendment Ballot changing Mayor and Council to full time status, 6. Charter Amendment Ballot to repeal residency status for sworn members of the fire department, 7. a.&b. Ballot Measure to Create a Climate Action Fund thru adding 2.5% utility user tax to gas and electricity, measure with exemptions for low income users.
Friday, July 31, Saturday, August 1, 2020 and Sunday, August 2, 2020
No City meetings or events found
_____________________
Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
1346 Ordway, TBD
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits With End of Appeal Period
2319 California 8/4/2020
545 Colusa 7/30/2020
118 El Camino 8/13/2020
766 Ensenada 7/30/2020
1731 Fourth 7/28/2020
979 Regal 8/4/2020
3015 San Pablo 8/12/2020
1120 Second (LPC)
41 San Diego Rd (LPC)
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
___________________
WORKSHOPS
Sept 29 –Digital Strategic Plan/FUND$ Replacement Website Update, Zero Waste Priorities, Vision 2050
Oct 20 –Update Berkeley’s 2020 Vision, BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Presentation from StopWaste on SB 1383
Systems Realignment
Previously Schedules and Unscheduled Items Removed From Lists
Sept 22 – Navigable Cities, Crime Report (per Mayor Arreguin the Crime Report will be rescheduled to a regular City Council meeting, the date is not available. The last crime report was in March 2019)
Ohlone Territory
Worth Noting:
There are four meetings in the coming week so far including the Tuesday 4 pm City Council closed session. There have been a lot of long Council meetings and late nights – expect another on Tuesday.
Monday– The 10 am policy committee on Health, Life Enrichment, Equity & Community will discuss Racism as a Public Health Crisis. Follow the committee link for details.
Tuesday– City Council Regular meeting is at 6 pm. Expect a long night with 44 agenda items including 6 action items. Usually items carried over from prior meetings precede the planned action agenda, but instead Item A. Emergency Declarations and First Amendment Curfews is listed as last. Item 36 SB 902 should be opposed not supported as it is another Scott Wiener measure that adds density without what is need most substantial affordable housing requirements. The Annual Housing Pipeline report listed under information deserves a full presentation and explanation.
Thursday- City Council will be meeting on July 30 to finish business before starting the summer recess and per the City Clerk Mark Numainville the agenda will not be posted on the Council website until Monday afternoon. So far only one meeting is expected. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx The long awaited agenda is finally posted.
LATE ENTRY - Thursday, July 30, 2020
City Council Special Meetings – the same login/zoom for both meetings
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81409898529
Teleconference: 669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 814 0989 8529
4 pm Special Meeting Agenda: 1. Ballot Measure to Amend Various sections of the Rent Stabilization Ordinance, a. prohibit eviction of qualifying tenants for nonpayment of rent during state or local emergencies, b. authorize the Rent Stabilization Board to set registration fees for partially exempt units, c. limit ADU exemption to owner-occupied properties with a single-family home and one ADU.
6 pm Special Meeting Agenda: CONSENT: items 1 -4 are extensions of employee agreements, with no change in compensation for 1 year for 1. MOU Berkeley Police Association, 2. MOU SEIU Local 1021 Community services Unit and Part-Time Recreation Leaders Association, 3. MOU SEIU Local 1021 Maintenance & Clerical Chapter, 4. Unrepresented Employees receive COVID-19 considerations additional emergency paid sick leave and floating holidays. ACTION: 5. Charter Amendment Ballot changing Mayor and Council to full time status, 6. Charter Amendment Ballot to repeal residency status for sworn members of the fire department, 7. a.&b. Ballot Measure to Create a Climate Action Fund thru adding 2.5% utility user tax to gas and electricity, measure with exemptions for low income users.
Sunday, July 26, 2020
No City meetings or events found
Monday, July 27, 2020
City Council Health, Life Enrichment, Equity & Community Committee, 10 am https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Health,_Life_Enrichment,_Equity___Community.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83717689869
Teleconference: 669-900-9128 Meeting ID:837 1768 9869
Agenda: 2. Listening Session on Homelessness, 3. Declare Racism as a Public Health Crisis, a Threat to Safety Issue in the City of Berkeley, 4. a.&b. Enforcement of the Berkeley Smoke-Free Multi-Unit Housing Ordinance, 5. a.&b Smoke-Free Multi-unit Housing Ordinance Policy and Enforcement Modifications.
Tuesday, July 28, 2020
Berkeley City Council, 4 pm and 6 pm,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
4 pm Closed Session
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88655739778
Teleconference: 699-900-9128 Meeting ID:886 5573 9778
Agenda: Conference with Real Property Negotiators (Dee Ridley Williams, Paul Buddenhagen, Scot Ferris) Price and Terms, 1. 5385 Cazadero Hwy, Cazadero Performing Arts Camp, 2. 225 University Qasemi Abdul Moquim dba Berkeley Sportsman
6 PM Regular Council Meeting
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83653444287
Teleconference: 669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 836 5344 4287
Agenda CONSENT: 1. 2ndreading Video and Telecommunications Ordinance, 2. 2ndreading Easements between 2009 and 2015 Addison, 3. Resolution Emergency Proclamation SARS-CoV-2, 4. Minutes, 5. 2021 Council meeting schedule, 6. Avast Foundation Grant $10,000 to Animal Services, 7. Grant CA Arts Council $10,500 for Berkeley Civil Arts Program and BUSD, 8. Formal Bid Solicitations $8,645,000, 9. Add $100,000 and extend by 1 yr total $317,000 with Youth Spirit Artworks for Transition Age Youth Case Management, 10. Grant Agreement accept $196,965 for COVID-19 from CDC for Disease Control and Prevention, FY 2021 11. Resolution City to fund $50,000 to RCD and $50,000 to SAHA, 12. Participation Agreement for Mental Health Services Act, Innovations, Help@Hand Project thru 6/30/2024, 13. Block Grant (CSBG) 14. Amend contract add $90,000 total $3,565,7657/1/2006 – 6/30/2021, 15. Add $72,000 total $559,300 with Rolling Orange, Inc for Website Redesign Content Management System (CMS), 16. Add $650,000 total $3,952,663 (4/1/2017-6/30/2023) with Tyler Technologies Enterprise Resource Planning System for software licensing, implementation and maintenance, 17. Add $367,500 total $1,555,230 (3/30/2017-6/30/2021) with Tyler Technologies for New World Public Safety Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD) Police and Fire, mobile messaging and field reporting, 18. Contract $608,400 (9/1/2020-8/31/2025) with ePlus for Cohesity Backup Solution and hosted Cloud Storage, 19. Contract $405,000 (9/1/2020-8/31/2023) with Digital Hands for Cybersecurity Event Monitoring and Security Information and Event Management (SEIM), 20. MOU with “A Safe Place” Domestic Violence Shelter, 21. MOU with CA Dept of Justice accept grant for submission and testing of Sexual Assault Evidence, 22. Lease Agreement: 3 yr term 1001 University with the Berkeley Food Network, 23. Grant Application: Highway Safety Improvement Program multiple left-turn signalized intersection and Sacrament Pedestrian Crossings, 24. Contract add $25,000 total $75,000 with Ascentis Corporation 9274A for Biometric Time Card Services, 25. Contract $550,127 with McNabb Construction Inc for Codornices Creek Restoration at Kains Ave Project, 26. Referral Response: Action Plan to transition fleet vehicles to electric including infrastructure, 27. Amendments to BERA to prohibit Officeholder Accounts, 28. Oppose Nuclear Warfare marking 75thanniversary of bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, 29. Support Berkeley Humane Society Adoption Event 9/29/2020, 30. Provide our Unhoused Community with Menstrual Products, 31. Resolution in Support of 1921 Walnut, 32. Adopt Resolution Implementing Core Police Accountability Board and Director of Police Accountability by July 1, 2021, 33. Resolution in Support of AB 310 Public Bank, 34. Oppose AB 2167 Insurance Action Market Plan & SB 292 Wildfire Risk Modeling and Mitigation, 35. Support SB 288 Sustainable Transportation COVID-19 Recovery Act, 36. Support SB 902 Authorizing Cities to Rezone for Density bill from Scott Weiner,37. Support AB 2542 CA Racial Justice Act, 38. Support AB 2345 Density Bonus, ACTION: 39. Amendment Urgency Ordinance for Outdoor Commerce on Private Property, 40. Rezone Rose Garden Inn, 41. Ballot Initiative Amend Rent Stabilization and Eviction for Good Cause Ordinance, 42. Amend BMC 23C.22 Short Term Rentals, 43. Urgency Ordinance: Updates to the COVID Emergency Response Ordinance Request Tenant Protections and Resolution UC Berkeley voluntarily comply with local ordinances restricting evictions, delay rent payments and empower tenants to terminate leases without penalty, A. Changes to BMC Code Emergency Declarations and First Amendment Curfews, INFORMATION REPORTS: 44. Voluntary Time Off Program, 45. Annual Housing Pipeline Report,
Wednesday, July 29, 2020
No City meetings or events found
LATE ENTRY - Thursday, July 30, 2020
City Council Special Meetings – the same login/zoom for both meetings
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81409898529
Teleconference: 669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 814 0989 8529
4 pm Special Meeting Agenda: 1. Ballot Measure to Amend Various sections of the Rent Stabilization Ordinance, a. prohibit eviction of qualifying tenants for nonpayment of rent during state or local emergencies, b. authorize the Rent Stabilization Board to set registration fees for partially exempt units, c. limit ADU exemption to owner-occupied properties with a single-family home and one ADU.
6 pm Special Meeting Agenda: CONSENT: items 1 -4 are extensions of employee agreements, with no change in compensation for 1 year for 1. MOU Berkeley Police Association, 2. MOU SEIU Local 1021 Community services Unit and Part-Time Recreation Leaders Association, 3. MOU SEIU Local 1021 Maintenance & Clerical Chapter, 4. Unrepresented Employees receive COVID-19 considerations additional emergency paid sick leave and floating holidays. ACTION: 5. Charter Amendment Ballot changing Mayor and Council to full time status, 6. Charter Amendment Ballot to repeal residency status for sworn members of the fire department, 7. a.&b. Ballot Measure to Create a Climate Action Fund thru adding 2.5% utility user tax to gas and electricity, measure with exemptions for low income users.
Friday, July 31, Saturday, August 1, 2020 and Sunday, August 2, 2020
No City meetings or events found
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
1346 Ordway, TBD
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits With End of Appeal Period
2319 California 8/4/2020
545 Colusa 7/30/2020
118 El Camino 8/13/2020
766 Ensenada 7/30/2020
1731 Fourth 7/28/2020
979 Regal 8/4/2020
3015 San Pablo 8/12/2020
1120 Second (LPC)
41 San Diego Rd (LPC)
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications_in_Appeal_Period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSHOPS
Sept 29 –Digital Strategic Plan/FUND$ Replacement Website Update, Zero Waste Priorities, Vision 2050
Oct 20 –Update Berkeley’s 2020 Vision, BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Presentation from StopWaste on SB 1383
Systems Realignment
Previously Schedules and Unscheduled Items Removed From Lists
Sept 22 – Navigable Cities, Crime Report (per Mayor Arreguin the Crime Report will be rescheduled to a regular City Council meeting, the date is not available. The last crime report was in March 2019)
Ohlone Territory
July 19 - July 26, 2020
Worth Noting:
There are 10 meetings in the coming week.
City Council begins summer recess on July 29 and the coming week is jammed with City Council meetings. The Council Public Safety Committee meets on Monday at 10 am to take up ordinances on policing. The full Council meets Tuesday at 4 pm to take action on the proposed ballot initiatives for the November 3 election and Thursday at 6 pm to take action on the Use of Force Policy and Emergency Declarations and Curfew Policy.
The planned City Council agenda for July 28, the last Council meeting before summer recess, follows the weekly list of meetings. Item 45 in the agenda under Information Reports - the Annual Pipeline Report includes tables of how Berkeley performs in meeting the Regional Housing Needs Assessment (RHNA) allocation. As expected by the number of people living on the street and advertisements for market rate units, Berkeley is significantly short of meeting the affordable housing allocation of very low income units by 420 units and low income units by 425 units and overbuilt market rate units by 389 units.
Sunday, July 19, 2020
Monday, July 20, 2020
City Council Public Safety Committee, 10:30 am, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Public_Safety.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83460613816
Teleconference: 669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 834 6061 3816
Planning Commission – Adeline Corridor Specific Plan Subcommittee, 6:30 – 10 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/98505496865
Teleconference: 669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 985 0549 6865
Tuesday, July 21, 2020
Board of Library Trustees, 11 am
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83717494897
Teleconference: 669-900-9128 Meeting ID:837 1749 4897
Berkeley City Council Special Meetings, 4 pm and 6:00 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89031983199
Teleconference: 669-900-9128 Meeting ID:890 3198 3199
Wednesday, July 22, 2020
Joint Subcommittee for the Implementation of State Housing Laws, 7 – 9 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Joint_Subcommittee_for_the_Implementation_of_State_Housing_Laws_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/94154190888
Teleconference: 669-900-6833 Meeting ID:941 5419 0888
Police Review Commission, 7 – 10 pm,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83624486066
Teleconference: 669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 836 2448 6066
Thursday, July 23, 2020
Berkeley City Council Special Meeting, Tuesday, 6:00 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81015840931
Teleconference: 669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 810 1584 0931
Zoning Adjustment Board, 6 pm and7 pm
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/94661489901
Teleconference: 669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 946 6148 9901
Friday, July 24, 2020
Saturday, July 25, 2020
Sunday, July 26, 2020
The July 28 Regular City Council meeting is available for comment
email [email protected]
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83653444287
Teleconference: 669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 836 5344 4287
Agenda CONSENT: 1. 2ndreading Video and Telecommunications Ordinance, 2. 2ndreading Easements between 2009 and 2015 Addison, 3. Resolution Emergency Proclamation SARS-CoV-2, 4. Minutes, 5. 2021 Council meeting schedule, 6. Avast Foundation Grant $10,000 to Animal Services, 7. Grant CA Arts Council $10,500 for Berkeley Civil Arts Program and BUSD, 8. Formal Bid Solicitations $8,645,000, 9. Add $100,000 and extend by 1 yr total $317,000 with Youth Spirit Artworks for Transition Age Youth Case Management, 10. Grant Agreement accept $196,965 for COVID-19 from CDC for Disease Control and Prevention, FY 2021 11. Resolution City to fund $50,000 to RCD and $50,000 to SAHA, 12. Participation Agreement for Mental Health Services Act, Innovations, Help@Hand Project thru 6/30/2024, 13. Block Grant (CSBG) 14. Amend contract add $90,000 total $3,565,7657/1/2006 – 6/30/2021, 15. Add $72,000 total $559,300 with Rolling Orange, Inc for Website Redesign Content Management System (CMS), 16. Add $650,000 total $3,952,663 (4/1/2017-6/30/2023) with Tyler Technologies Enterprise Resource Planning System for software licensing, implementation and maintenance, 17. Add $367,500 total $1,555,230 (3/30/2017-6/30/2021) with Tyler Technologies for New World Public Safety Computer Aided Dispatch, 18. Contract $608,400 (9/1/2020-8/31/2025) with ePlus for Cohesity Backup Solution and hosted Cloud Storage, 19. Contract $405,000 (9/1/2020-8/31/2023) with Digital Hands for Cybersecurity Event Monitoring and Security Information and Event Management (SEIM), 20. MOU with “A Safe Place” Domestic Violence Shelter, 21. MOU with CA Dept of Justice accept grant for submission and testing of Sexual Assault Evidence, 22. Lease Agreement: 3 yr term 1001 University with the Berkeley Food Network, 23. Grant Application: Highway Safety Improvement Program multiple left-turn signalized intersection and Sacrament Pedestrian Crossings, 24. Contract add $25,000 total $75,000 with Ascentis Corporation 9274A for Biometric Time Card Services, 25. Contract $550,127 with McNabb Construction Inc for Codornices Creek Restoration at Kains Ave Project, 26. Referral Response: Action Plan to transition fleet vehicles to electric including infrastructure, 27. Amendments to BERA to prohibit Officeholder Accounts, 28. Oppose Nuclear Warfare marking 75thanniversary of bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, 29. Support Berkeley Humane Society Adoption Event 9/29/2020, 30. Provide our Unhoused Community with Menstrual Products, 31. Resolution in Support of 1921 Walnut, 32. Adopt Resolution Implementing Core Police Accountability Board and Director of Police Accountability by July 1, 2021, 33. Resolution in Support of AB 310 Public Bank, 34. Oppose AB 2167 Insurance Action Market Plan & SB 292 Wildfire Risk Modeling and Mitigation, 35. Support SB 288 Sustainable Transportation COVID-19 Recovery Act, 36. Support SB 902 Authorizing Cities to Rezone for Density, 37. Support AB 2542 CA Racial Justice Act, 38. Support AB 2345 Density Bonus, ACTION: 39. Amendment Urgency Ordinance for Outdoor Commerce on Private Property, 40. Rezone Rose Garden Inn, 41. Ballot Initiative Amend Rent Stabilization and Eviction for Good Cause Ordinance, 35. Improving Hate Crimes Reporting and Response, 42. Amend BMC 23C.22 Short Term Rentals, 43. Urgency Ordinance: Updates to the COVID Emergency Response Ordinance Request UC Berkeley voluntarily comply with local ordinances restricting evictions, delay rent payments and empower tenants to terminate leases without penalty, INFORMATION REPORTS: 44. Voluntary Time Off Program, 45. Annual Housing Pipeline Report,
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSHOPS
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Previously Schedules and Unscheduled Items Removed From Lists
Sept 22 – Navigable Cities, Crime Report (per Mayor Arreguin the Crime Report will be rescheduled to a regular City Council meeting, the date is not available. The last crime report was in March 2019)
Ohlone Territory
Worth Noting:
There are 10 meetings in the coming week.
City Council begins summer recess on July 29 and the coming week is jammed with City Council meetings. The Council Public Safety Committee meets on Monday at 10 am to take up ordinances on policing. The full Council meets Tuesday at 4 pm to take action on the proposed ballot initiatives for the November 3 election and Thursday at 6 pm to take action on the Use of Force Policy and Emergency Declarations and Curfew Policy.
The planned City Council agenda for July 28, the last Council meeting before summer recess, follows the weekly list of meetings. Item 45 in the agenda under Information Reports - the Annual Pipeline Report includes tables of how Berkeley performs in meeting the Regional Housing Needs Assessment (RHNA) allocation. As expected by the number of people living on the street and advertisements for market rate units, Berkeley is significantly short of meeting the affordable housing allocation of very low income units by 420 units and low income units by 425 units and overbuilt market rate units by 389 units.
Sunday, July 19, 2020
- No City meetings or events found
Monday, July 20, 2020
City Council Public Safety Committee, 10:30 am, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Public_Safety.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83460613816
Teleconference: 669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 834 6061 3816
- Agenda: 2. Ordinance: Public Right to Identify Officers, 3. Resolution: No Police Revolving Door, 4. Request for Scheduling Presentation to Committee by Police Chief Greenwood on Berkeley Police Department’s Hiring Practices, 5. Recommendations on Use of Force Policy, 6. Improving Hate Crimes Reporting and Response, 7. Ordinance Adding Chapter 2.64.170 to BMC Regulating Police Acquisition and Use of Controlled Equipment, Unscheduled Items:Safety for All: George Floyd Community Safety Act – Development of Progressive Police Academy,
Planning Commission – Adeline Corridor Specific Plan Subcommittee, 6:30 – 10 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/98505496865
Teleconference: 669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 985 0549 6865
- Agenda: III. Outstanding Topics for Subcommittee Discussion No net loss of Affordable Housing, Sustainable Design, Ashby Bart Flea Market, Zoning Development Standards, Ground Floor Uses, Requiring Residential Above 2ndFloor Lot Coverage and Inclusionary Housing
Tuesday, July 21, 2020
Board of Library Trustees, 11 am
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83717494897
Teleconference: 669-900-9128 Meeting ID:837 1749 4897
- II. A. Workshop Regarding Board’s Process for Onboarding of Director of Library Services
Berkeley City Council Special Meetings, 4 pm and 6:00 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89031983199
Teleconference: 669-900-9128 Meeting ID:890 3198 3199
- 4 pm Special Meeting – November 3 Ballot Initiatives,
- Agenda: 1. Charter Amendment Full-Time Status and Salaries for the Mayor and Councilmembers, 2. Charter Amendment Berkeley Fire Department a. conform eligibility requirements of the Redistricting Commission and change to gender neutral language, b. Repeal Berkeley Fire Department Residency Requirement for sworn members, 3. Special Tax Measure to fund Firefighting, Emergency Medical Response and Communications and Wildfire Prevention and Preparedness, 4. Adopt a Tax on Transportation Network Companies, 5. Tax Measure Increase the Utility Users Tax to Pay for General Municipal Services and Establish a Climate Equity Action Fund to Support Measures to Reduce Local Greenhouse Gas Emissions and Air Pollution from City Manager, 6. Ballot Measure to Create a Climate Action Fund in response to Fossil Free Berkeley from Energy Commisssion
- 6 pm Special Meeting,
- Agenda CONSENT: 1. Berkeley Electric Mobility Roadmap, 2. Evaluation and Recommended Updates to the Building Energy Savings Ordinance (BESO) 3. Ordinance Amending BMC Chapter 7.52 Reducing Tax Imposed for Qualifying Electrification, Energy Efficiency and Water Conservation Retrofits, 4. Expanding community engagement within work to address Climate Impacts, ACTION: 5. PRESENTATION: Climate Action Plan and Resilience Update.
Wednesday, July 22, 2020
Joint Subcommittee for the Implementation of State Housing Laws, 7 – 9 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Joint_Subcommittee_for_the_Implementation_of_State_Housing_Laws_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/94154190888
Teleconference: 669-900-6833 Meeting ID:941 5419 0888
- Agenda: Action Items 9. Objective Standards for Density, 10. Objective Standards for Design, 11. Objective Standards for Shadows,
Police Review Commission, 7 – 10 pm,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83624486066
Teleconference: 669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 836 2448 6066
- Agenda: 9.a. City Council Referral to make recommendation on proposed ordinance to Regulate Police Acquisition and Use of Controlled Equipment,b. Consider response to July 28 City Council item on Implementing Core Police Accountability Board and Director of Police Accountability, c. Discuss whether to hold special meeting Aug 5 to consider probation and parole searches policy, d. Confirm participants for presentation of proposed Use of Force Policy
Thursday, July 23, 2020
Berkeley City Council Special Meeting, Tuesday, 6:00 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81015840931
Teleconference: 669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 810 1584 0931
- Agenda: 1. Animal Services Contract with City of Piedmont add $180,134 total $441,984, 2. ZAB Appeal 1533 Beverly Place, 3. Police Review Commission (PRC) Recommendation on revised Policy 300, Use of Force, 4. Changes to BMC and Policy with respect to Local Emergency Declarations and First Amendment Curfews.
Zoning Adjustment Board, 6 pm and7 pm
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/94661489901
Teleconference: 669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 946 6148 9901
- 6 pm Special Meeting,
- Agenda: Presentation by Christopher D. Jensen, Assistant City Attorney, Mission of ZAB, CEQA, Housing Accountability Act, Ralph M. Brown Act, Conflict of Interest Rules,
- 7 pm Regular Meeting,
- 2012 Shattuck – add service of distilled spirits incidental to food service at existing restaurant on consent
- 1201 Second Street – Expand hours of operation at Berkeley Transfer Station on consent
- 2750 – 2752 Prince – alter 5500 sq ft parcel that is over lot coverage, construct a 2-story addition to existing 1862 sq ft 1-story single-family dwelling, construct at front of property, construct a 198 sq ft addition to existing 906 sq ft 2-story single family dwelling at rear of property, add 5thbedroom on parcel, on consent
- 2720 San Pablo – demolish former automobile service station and construct new 6-story 60” mixed use building with 25 dwellings (including 2 units to very low income), total 97 bedrooms, 963 sq ft of ground floor retail, 15 vehicle parking space and 50 bicycles, staff recommend approve
Friday, July 24, 2020
- No City meetings or events found
Saturday, July 25, 2020
- Cheryl Davila Open Office Hours, 11 am - 1 pm
- Videoconference:https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81766682075?pwd=NzRXQW1naUdlNmN5eU1lMDR4U3Fjdz09
- Teleconference: 669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 817 6668 2075 Password: 372587
- Virtual Town Hall on COVID-19, 12 pm There is no exchange with attendees. Questions must be sent in advance look for email from Mayor Arreguin. Watch Town Hall live at https://www.jessearreguin.com or watch anytime at Mayor's Youtube page
Sunday, July 26, 2020
- No City meetings or events found
The July 28 Regular City Council meeting is available for comment
email [email protected]
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83653444287
Teleconference: 669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 836 5344 4287
Agenda CONSENT: 1. 2ndreading Video and Telecommunications Ordinance, 2. 2ndreading Easements between 2009 and 2015 Addison, 3. Resolution Emergency Proclamation SARS-CoV-2, 4. Minutes, 5. 2021 Council meeting schedule, 6. Avast Foundation Grant $10,000 to Animal Services, 7. Grant CA Arts Council $10,500 for Berkeley Civil Arts Program and BUSD, 8. Formal Bid Solicitations $8,645,000, 9. Add $100,000 and extend by 1 yr total $317,000 with Youth Spirit Artworks for Transition Age Youth Case Management, 10. Grant Agreement accept $196,965 for COVID-19 from CDC for Disease Control and Prevention, FY 2021 11. Resolution City to fund $50,000 to RCD and $50,000 to SAHA, 12. Participation Agreement for Mental Health Services Act, Innovations, Help@Hand Project thru 6/30/2024, 13. Block Grant (CSBG) 14. Amend contract add $90,000 total $3,565,7657/1/2006 – 6/30/2021, 15. Add $72,000 total $559,300 with Rolling Orange, Inc for Website Redesign Content Management System (CMS), 16. Add $650,000 total $3,952,663 (4/1/2017-6/30/2023) with Tyler Technologies Enterprise Resource Planning System for software licensing, implementation and maintenance, 17. Add $367,500 total $1,555,230 (3/30/2017-6/30/2021) with Tyler Technologies for New World Public Safety Computer Aided Dispatch, 18. Contract $608,400 (9/1/2020-8/31/2025) with ePlus for Cohesity Backup Solution and hosted Cloud Storage, 19. Contract $405,000 (9/1/2020-8/31/2023) with Digital Hands for Cybersecurity Event Monitoring and Security Information and Event Management (SEIM), 20. MOU with “A Safe Place” Domestic Violence Shelter, 21. MOU with CA Dept of Justice accept grant for submission and testing of Sexual Assault Evidence, 22. Lease Agreement: 3 yr term 1001 University with the Berkeley Food Network, 23. Grant Application: Highway Safety Improvement Program multiple left-turn signalized intersection and Sacrament Pedestrian Crossings, 24. Contract add $25,000 total $75,000 with Ascentis Corporation 9274A for Biometric Time Card Services, 25. Contract $550,127 with McNabb Construction Inc for Codornices Creek Restoration at Kains Ave Project, 26. Referral Response: Action Plan to transition fleet vehicles to electric including infrastructure, 27. Amendments to BERA to prohibit Officeholder Accounts, 28. Oppose Nuclear Warfare marking 75thanniversary of bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, 29. Support Berkeley Humane Society Adoption Event 9/29/2020, 30. Provide our Unhoused Community with Menstrual Products, 31. Resolution in Support of 1921 Walnut, 32. Adopt Resolution Implementing Core Police Accountability Board and Director of Police Accountability by July 1, 2021, 33. Resolution in Support of AB 310 Public Bank, 34. Oppose AB 2167 Insurance Action Market Plan & SB 292 Wildfire Risk Modeling and Mitigation, 35. Support SB 288 Sustainable Transportation COVID-19 Recovery Act, 36. Support SB 902 Authorizing Cities to Rezone for Density, 37. Support AB 2542 CA Racial Justice Act, 38. Support AB 2345 Density Bonus, ACTION: 39. Amendment Urgency Ordinance for Outdoor Commerce on Private Property, 40. Rezone Rose Garden Inn, 41. Ballot Initiative Amend Rent Stabilization and Eviction for Good Cause Ordinance, 35. Improving Hate Crimes Reporting and Response, 42. Amend BMC 23C.22 Short Term Rentals, 43. Urgency Ordinance: Updates to the COVID Emergency Response Ordinance Request UC Berkeley voluntarily comply with local ordinances restricting evictions, delay rent payments and empower tenants to terminate leases without penalty, INFORMATION REPORTS: 44. Voluntary Time Off Program, 45. Annual Housing Pipeline Report,
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
- 1346 Ordway, TBD
- 1823 Blake 7/21/2020
- 1543 Buena 7/21/2020
- 2319 California 8/4/2020
- 1111 Chaucer 7/21/2020
- 545 Colusa 7/30/2020
- 766 Ensenada 7/30/2020
- 1731 Fourth 7/28/2020
- 979 Regal 8/4/2020
- 2910 Seventh 7/22/2020
- 1505 Shattuck 7/23/2020
- 1120 Second (LPC)
- 41 San Diego Rd (LPC)
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSHOPS
- Sept 29 –Digital Strategic Plan/FUND$ Replacement Website Update, Zero Waste Priorities, Vision 2050
- Oct 20 –Update Berkeley’s 2020 Vision, BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
- Cannabis Health Considerations
- Presentation from StopWaste on SB 1383
- Systems Realignment
Previously Schedules and Unscheduled Items Removed From Lists
Sept 22 – Navigable Cities, Crime Report (per Mayor Arreguin the Crime Report will be rescheduled to a regular City Council meeting, the date is not available. The last crime report was in March 2019)
Ohlone Territory
July 12 - July 19, 2020
Worth Noting:
There are 14 City meetings in the coming week with six listed as key meetings of interest.
With only three more City Council meetings before the summer recess (July 29 – September 14, 2020) the proposed agenda for the July 28 City Council meeting under review in Monday’s Agenda and Rules Policy Committee is very long. The agenda for the expected July 21 City Council special meeting agenda is not yet available.
Key meetings
Monday
Sunday, July 12, 2020
No City meetings or events found
Monday, July 13, 2020
City Council Health, Life Enrichment, Equity & Community Committee, 10 am,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Health,_Life_Enrichment,_Equity___Community.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86442844632
Teleconference: 669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 864 4284 4632
Agenda: 2. Listening Session on Homelessness (15 minutes), 3. Declare Racism as a Public Health Crisis, a Threat and Safety Issue I the City of Berkeley, 4. a.&b. Modify Policies Related to Enforcement of Berkeley Smoke-Free Multi-Unit Housing Ordinance, 5.a.&b. Smoke-Free Multi-unit Housing Ordinance Policy and Enforcement Modification, 6. Menstrual Products for Unhoused, Unscheduled 7. Presentation Public Health Implications for unsanitary conditions at Aquatic Park, 8. Service Animals Welcome Training, 9. a.&b. People’s First Sanctuary Encampment.
Agenda and Rules Committee, 2:30 pm,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81731606866
Teleconference: 669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 817 3160 6866
Agenda planning for July 28 City Council Meeting: CONSENT: 2nd reading Video and Telecommunications Ordinance, 2. Resolution Emergency Proclamation SARS-CoV-2, 4. 2021 Council meeting schedule, 5. Avast Foundation Grant $10,000 to Animal Services, 6. Grant CA Arts Council $10,500 for Berkeley Civil Arts Program and BUSD, 7. Formal Bid Solicitations $8,645,000, 8. Add $100,000 and extend by 1 yr total $317,000 with Youth Spirit Artworks for Transition Age Youth Case Management, 9. Grant Agreement accept $196,965 for COVID-19 from CDC for Disease Control and Prevention, FY 2021 10. Resolution City to fund $50,000 to RCD and $50,000 to SAHA, 11. Participation Agreement for Mental Health Services Act, Innovations, Help@Hand Project thru 6/30/2024, 12. Block Grant (CSBG) 13. Amend contract add $90,000 total $3,565,7657/1/2006 – 6/30/2021, 14. Add $72,000 total $559,300 with Rolling Orange, Inc for Website Redesign Content Management System (CMS), 15. Add $650,000 total $3,952,663 (4/1/2017-6/30/2023) with Tyler Technologies Enterprise Resource Planning System for software licensing, implementation and maintenance, 16. Add $367,500 total $1,555,230 (3/30/2017-6/30/2021) with Tyler Technologies for New World Public Safety Computer Aided Dispatch, 17. Contract $608,400 (9/1/2020-8/31/2025) with ePlus for Cohesity Backup Solution and hosted Cloud Storage, 18. Contract $405,000 (9/1/2020-8/31/2023) with Digital Hands for Cybersecurity Event Monitoring and Security Information and Event Management (SEIM), 19. MOU with “A Safe Place” Domestic Violence Shelter, 20. MOU with CA Dept of Justice accept grant for submission and testing of Sexual Assault Evidence, 21. Lease Agreement: 3 yr term 1001 University with the Berkeley Food Network, 22. Grant Application: Highway Safety Improvement Program multiple left-turn signalized intersection and Sacrament Pedestrian Crossings, 23. Contract add $25,000 total $75,000 with Ascentis Corporation 9274A for Biometric Time Card Services, 24. Contract $550,127 with McNabb Construction Inc for Codornices Creek Restoration at Kains Ave Project, 25. Referral Response: Action Plan to transition fleet vehicles to electric including infrastructure, 26. Amendments to BERA to prohibit Officeholder Accounts, 27. Support Berkeley Humane Society Adoption Event 9/29/2020, 28. Oppose AB 2167 Insurance Action Market Plan & SB 292 Wildfire Risk Modeling and Mitigation, 29. Support SB 288 Sustainable Transportation COVID-19 Recovery Act, 30. Support SB 902 Authorizing Cities to Rezone for Density,31. Support AB 2542 CA Racial Justice Act, 32. Support AB 2345 Density Bonus, ACTION: 33. Rezone Rose Garden Inn, 34. Ballot Initiative Amend Rent Stabilization and Eviction for Good Cause Ordinance, 35. Improving Hate Crimes Reporting and Response, 36. Oppose Nuclear Warfare marking 75th anniversary of bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, 37. Urgency Ordinance: Request UC Berkeley voluntarily comply with local ordinances restricting evictions, delay rent payments and empower tenants to terminate leases without penalty, 38. Initiate citywide, regional and international just transition to regenerative economy to address the Climate Emergency, 39. Support preservation of 1921 Walnut, 40. Amend BMC 23C.22 Short Term Rentals, 41. Adopt Resolution Implementing Core Police Accountability Board and Director of Police Accountability functions contingent on voter approval of Charter Amendment, 42. Adopt Ordinance Adding Chapter 2.64.170 to BMC regulating Police Acquisition and Use of Controlled Equipment, INFORMATION REPORTS: 43. Voluntary Time Off Program, 44. Annual Housing Pipeline Report, Referred Items for Review: 8. Covid-19 & Meetings of of Legislative Bodies, Boards and Commissions, 9. a.&b. Reference Manual of Homeless Commission recommendations, 10. Council Rules of Procedures on submitted items, Unscheduled Items: 11. Incorporate Practice of Mindfulness at City Council Meetings, 12. Commission Reorganization. Unfinished Business for Scheduling: 1. Short Term Rental Ordinance, 2. Kitchen Exhaust Hood Ventilation, 3. Opt Up – Upgrade Residential and Commercial Customers to 100% GHG Free and Municipal to 100% Renewable, 4. Surveillance Technology Report, 5. Ohlone History and Culture, (packet 320 pages)
Ashby and North Berkeley BART Community Advisory Group, 7 – 8:30 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/bartplanning/
Videoconference: go to website to access zoom link
Teleconference: no phone link provided Meeting ID: not given
Agenda: BART Information Session on Draft of A Technical Guide to AB 2923 Conformance, (Development targets: 7 stories minimum, 0.5 parking spaces per unit and 1.6 office auto parking spaces maximum)
Disaster and Fire Safety Commission Special Meeting, 7 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Disaster_and_Fire_Safety_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/93697364327
Teleconference: 669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 936 9736 4327
Agenda: 1. Fire Dept Staff Report Including Measure GG Budget Update, ACTION: 2. local ADU Urgency Ordinance, 3. Fire Tax Ballot Measure
Tuesday, July14, 2020
Berkeley City Council, Tuesday, 6:00 pm – 11:00 pm,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83061922519
Teleconference: 669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 830 6192 2519
Agenda CONSENT: 1-4 2nd reading of ordinances, 5. Contract with Wells Fargo thru 5/31/2023 Resolution authorizing CM to continue unbundling banking services with Wells Fargo, 6. Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA) nutrition programs for seniors, 7. Contract add $946,419 and extend thru 6/30/2020 total $1,907,293 with Berkeley Food & Housing Project for Administrative Services for Berkeley Mental Health, 8. Contract add $34,736 thru 6/30/2021total $103,178 with Bay Area Hearing Voices Network for Hearing voices support groups, 9. Local Housing Trust Fund Application, 10. Contract $552,862 includes 15% contingency with Sandstone Environmental Engineering, Inc. for Aquatic Park Central Tide Tubes, 11. Contract add $280,000 total $1,471,342 with Redwood Engineering Construction for James Kenney Park, Picnic and Play Area Renovation, 12. Ordinance declaration of easements between 2009 and 2015 Addison (sublease Berkeley Repertory Theater), 13. Contract $116,635.39 with Shaw Industries for Civic Center Building Carpet Replacement, 14. Contract add $50,000 and extend to 6/30/2023 total $190,000 with Fairbanks Scales for Preventive Maintenance and Repairs at Berkeley Transfer Station, ACTION: 15. Permanent Local Housing Application $7,761,504 to support local affordable housing and homeless services, 16. Resolution for issuance of bonds by CALPFA for 1717 University rental housing development, 17. ZAB Appeal 1533 Beverly Place, 18. a. Safety for All: George Floyd Act Budget request to Perform Police Call and Response Analysis and to Direct the CM to implement initiatives and reforms that reduce the footprint of the police department (Bartlett), b. Support Redistribution of City Resources and Operations from the Berkeley Police Dept (Davila), c. Referral to City Manager to Re-imagine Policing Approaches to Public Safety Using a Process of Robust Community Engagement (Wengraf), d. Transform Community Safety and Initiate Robust Community Engagement Process (Arreguin Hahn, Bartlett, Harrison), e. BerkDOT Reimagining Transportation for a Racially Just Future, pursue Berkeley Department of Transportation to ensure a racial justice lens in traffic enforcement (Robinson, Droste, Bartlett, Arreguin), 19. Animal Services Contract with the City of Piedmont,
Wednesday, July 15, 2020
City Council Facilities, Infrastructure, Transportation, Environment & Sustainability Committee, 2:30 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Facilities,_Infrastructure,_Transportation,_Environment,___Sustainability.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88089031189
Teleconference: 669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 880 8903 1189
Agenda: 2. Renaming Shattuck Ave ‘East,’ 3. Traffic Circle Policy and Recommendations, 4. Ordinance terminating the sale of gasoline, diesel and natural gas passenger vehicle in Berkeley by 2025, 5. Prohibition on the Resale of Used Combustion Vehicles in 2040, 6. Prohibition on the Use of City Streets for Operating, Parking or Idling Combustion Vehicles by 2045, 7. Prohibition on the Sale of Gasoline, Diesel, and Other Carbon-Based Transportation Fuels by 2045, Unscheduled 8. Funding and Master Plan - Improving PCI (Paving Condition Index) 9. Bright Streets (painting crosswalks, bike lanes, signage within 3 blocks of schools, 10. Plastic Bags Ordinance Retail and Food Service
Civic Arts Commission, 6 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CivicArtsCommissionHomepage/
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87218249463
Teleconference: 669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 872 1824 9463
Agenda: 6. a. Review and approval Civic Arts Grants Awards for FY2021, b. Cube Space Curator Leila Weefur, revised proposed exhibitions
Planning Commission – Adeline Corridor, 6:30 – 10 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/92842584054
Teleconference: 669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 928 4258 4054
Agenda: I. B. Final subcommittee meetings on July 15 and 20, Update Economic Feasibility of proposed Adeline Corridor Zoning, II. Public Comment, III. Outstanding topics for subcommittee discussion
Joint Meeting of the Climate Emergency Mobilization Task Force and RV/Tiny Homes Solution Task Force, 5:30 – 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83428618351?pwd=TFhqb3EwcVRzcWVOQWRON2lISTI3QT09
Teleconference: 669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 834 2861 8351
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board Webinar Rental Housing and Covid-19, 12 - 1 pm
Pre-register for links, covers state and local rules and regulations
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Thursday, July 16, 2020
Design Review Committee, 7 – 10
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/designreview/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/93080162175
Teleconference: 669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 930 8016 2175
1717 University – construct 5-story mixed-use building with 29 dwelling, 1816 sq ft of commercial space, 6 vehicle and 40 bicycle parking spaces – Final Design Review
2795 San Pablo – demolish existing 1-story single family residence and construct 3-story 5-unit residential building with ground floor commercial space, residential lobby and 470 sq ft usable open space – continued preliminary design review
2028 Bancroft (between Shattuck and Milvia) – construct 6-story 62’ residential building with 37 units (including 2 below market rate). Adjacent project at 2025 Durant proposes to convert existing parking area to 2 residential units and common amenity space total 2845 sq ft newly conditioned space – Final Design Review.
Fair Campaign Practices Commission, 7 pm and Open Government Commission
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/FCPC/
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86293245819
Teleconference: 669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 862 9324 5819
Agenda Fair Campaign Practices: 6. Approval of public campaign financing program certification application, 7. Regulations defining a “minor violation,” 8. Regulation of officeholder accounts, Agenda Open Government Commission: 10. Complaint filed by Martin and Olga Schwartz alleging violations to ZAB proceedings
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board Meeting, 7 – 11 pm
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Agenda and links not posted, check website during week
Friday, July 17, 2020
City Council Land Use, Housing & Economic Development Committee, 10:30 am,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Land_Use,_Housing___Economic_Development.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88953875609
Teleconference: 669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 889 5387 5609
Agenda: 2. Berkeley Economic Dashboards and Demographic Profile Update (report from March 10, 2020), 3. Amending Source of Income (vouchers and rent subsidy) Discrimination Ordinance to Establish Administrative Enforcement procedure a. Homeless committee recommends update, b. City Manager no action, Unscheduled 4.Tenant Opportunity to Purchase Act (TOPA)
Saturday, July 18 2020
No City meetings or events found
Sunday, July 19, 2020
No City meetings or events found
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
1533 Beverly Place, 7-14-2020
1346 Ordway, TBD
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits With End of Appeal Period
2590 Bancroft 7/16/2020
1823 Blake 7/21/2020
1543 Buena 7/21/2020
1111 Chaucer 7/21/2020
545 Colusa 7/30/2020
766 Ensenada 7/30/2020
12 Indian Rock Path 7/14/2020
2099 MLK Jr 7/16/2020
2910 Seventh 7/22/2020
1505 Shattuck 7/23/2020
1120 Second (LPC)
41 San Diego Rd (LPC)
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspxhttps://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
___________________
WORKSHOPS
July 21 – Climate Action Plan/Resiliency Update
Sept 29 – Digital Strategic Plan/FUND$ Replacement Website Update, Zero Waste Priorities, Vision 2050
Oct 20 – Update Berkeley’s 2020 Vision, BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Presentation from StopWaste on SB 1383
Systems Realignment
Previously Schedules and Unscheduled Items Removed From Lists
Sept 22 – Navigable Cities, Crime Report
Ohlone Territory
Worth Noting:
There are 14 City meetings in the coming week with six listed as key meetings of interest.
With only three more City Council meetings before the summer recess (July 29 – September 14, 2020) the proposed agenda for the July 28 City Council meeting under review in Monday’s Agenda and Rules Policy Committee is very long. The agenda for the expected July 21 City Council special meeting agenda is not yet available.
Key meetings
Monday
- City Council Health, Life Enrichment, Equity & Community Committee 10 am item 3 Declare Racism as a Public Health Crisis.
- Ashby and North Berkeley BART Community Advisory Group 7 pm information session on AB 2923
- City Council regular meeting 6 pm items 18 a,b,c,d,e are the proposals on policing.
- City Council Facilities, Infrastructure, Transportation, Environment & Sustainability 2:30 pm item 3 Traffic Circles, items 4,5, 6 & 7 relate to phasing out combustion (gasoline, diesel and other carbon-based transportation fuels) vehicles.
- Planning Commission 6:30 pm Adeline Corridor final meetings July 15 and 20.
- City Council Land Use, Housing & Economic Development Committee 10:30 am item 2 economic dashboard is from March 10 six days before the Covid-19 shelter-in-place order.
Sunday, July 12, 2020
No City meetings or events found
Monday, July 13, 2020
City Council Health, Life Enrichment, Equity & Community Committee, 10 am,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Health,_Life_Enrichment,_Equity___Community.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86442844632
Teleconference: 669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 864 4284 4632
Agenda: 2. Listening Session on Homelessness (15 minutes), 3. Declare Racism as a Public Health Crisis, a Threat and Safety Issue I the City of Berkeley, 4. a.&b. Modify Policies Related to Enforcement of Berkeley Smoke-Free Multi-Unit Housing Ordinance, 5.a.&b. Smoke-Free Multi-unit Housing Ordinance Policy and Enforcement Modification, 6. Menstrual Products for Unhoused, Unscheduled 7. Presentation Public Health Implications for unsanitary conditions at Aquatic Park, 8. Service Animals Welcome Training, 9. a.&b. People’s First Sanctuary Encampment.
Agenda and Rules Committee, 2:30 pm,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81731606866
Teleconference: 669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 817 3160 6866
Agenda planning for July 28 City Council Meeting: CONSENT: 2nd reading Video and Telecommunications Ordinance, 2. Resolution Emergency Proclamation SARS-CoV-2, 4. 2021 Council meeting schedule, 5. Avast Foundation Grant $10,000 to Animal Services, 6. Grant CA Arts Council $10,500 for Berkeley Civil Arts Program and BUSD, 7. Formal Bid Solicitations $8,645,000, 8. Add $100,000 and extend by 1 yr total $317,000 with Youth Spirit Artworks for Transition Age Youth Case Management, 9. Grant Agreement accept $196,965 for COVID-19 from CDC for Disease Control and Prevention, FY 2021 10. Resolution City to fund $50,000 to RCD and $50,000 to SAHA, 11. Participation Agreement for Mental Health Services Act, Innovations, Help@Hand Project thru 6/30/2024, 12. Block Grant (CSBG) 13. Amend contract add $90,000 total $3,565,7657/1/2006 – 6/30/2021, 14. Add $72,000 total $559,300 with Rolling Orange, Inc for Website Redesign Content Management System (CMS), 15. Add $650,000 total $3,952,663 (4/1/2017-6/30/2023) with Tyler Technologies Enterprise Resource Planning System for software licensing, implementation and maintenance, 16. Add $367,500 total $1,555,230 (3/30/2017-6/30/2021) with Tyler Technologies for New World Public Safety Computer Aided Dispatch, 17. Contract $608,400 (9/1/2020-8/31/2025) with ePlus for Cohesity Backup Solution and hosted Cloud Storage, 18. Contract $405,000 (9/1/2020-8/31/2023) with Digital Hands for Cybersecurity Event Monitoring and Security Information and Event Management (SEIM), 19. MOU with “A Safe Place” Domestic Violence Shelter, 20. MOU with CA Dept of Justice accept grant for submission and testing of Sexual Assault Evidence, 21. Lease Agreement: 3 yr term 1001 University with the Berkeley Food Network, 22. Grant Application: Highway Safety Improvement Program multiple left-turn signalized intersection and Sacrament Pedestrian Crossings, 23. Contract add $25,000 total $75,000 with Ascentis Corporation 9274A for Biometric Time Card Services, 24. Contract $550,127 with McNabb Construction Inc for Codornices Creek Restoration at Kains Ave Project, 25. Referral Response: Action Plan to transition fleet vehicles to electric including infrastructure, 26. Amendments to BERA to prohibit Officeholder Accounts, 27. Support Berkeley Humane Society Adoption Event 9/29/2020, 28. Oppose AB 2167 Insurance Action Market Plan & SB 292 Wildfire Risk Modeling and Mitigation, 29. Support SB 288 Sustainable Transportation COVID-19 Recovery Act, 30. Support SB 902 Authorizing Cities to Rezone for Density,31. Support AB 2542 CA Racial Justice Act, 32. Support AB 2345 Density Bonus, ACTION: 33. Rezone Rose Garden Inn, 34. Ballot Initiative Amend Rent Stabilization and Eviction for Good Cause Ordinance, 35. Improving Hate Crimes Reporting and Response, 36. Oppose Nuclear Warfare marking 75th anniversary of bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, 37. Urgency Ordinance: Request UC Berkeley voluntarily comply with local ordinances restricting evictions, delay rent payments and empower tenants to terminate leases without penalty, 38. Initiate citywide, regional and international just transition to regenerative economy to address the Climate Emergency, 39. Support preservation of 1921 Walnut, 40. Amend BMC 23C.22 Short Term Rentals, 41. Adopt Resolution Implementing Core Police Accountability Board and Director of Police Accountability functions contingent on voter approval of Charter Amendment, 42. Adopt Ordinance Adding Chapter 2.64.170 to BMC regulating Police Acquisition and Use of Controlled Equipment, INFORMATION REPORTS: 43. Voluntary Time Off Program, 44. Annual Housing Pipeline Report, Referred Items for Review: 8. Covid-19 & Meetings of of Legislative Bodies, Boards and Commissions, 9. a.&b. Reference Manual of Homeless Commission recommendations, 10. Council Rules of Procedures on submitted items, Unscheduled Items: 11. Incorporate Practice of Mindfulness at City Council Meetings, 12. Commission Reorganization. Unfinished Business for Scheduling: 1. Short Term Rental Ordinance, 2. Kitchen Exhaust Hood Ventilation, 3. Opt Up – Upgrade Residential and Commercial Customers to 100% GHG Free and Municipal to 100% Renewable, 4. Surveillance Technology Report, 5. Ohlone History and Culture, (packet 320 pages)
Ashby and North Berkeley BART Community Advisory Group, 7 – 8:30 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/bartplanning/
Videoconference: go to website to access zoom link
Teleconference: no phone link provided Meeting ID: not given
Agenda: BART Information Session on Draft of A Technical Guide to AB 2923 Conformance, (Development targets: 7 stories minimum, 0.5 parking spaces per unit and 1.6 office auto parking spaces maximum)
Disaster and Fire Safety Commission Special Meeting, 7 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Disaster_and_Fire_Safety_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/93697364327
Teleconference: 669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 936 9736 4327
Agenda: 1. Fire Dept Staff Report Including Measure GG Budget Update, ACTION: 2. local ADU Urgency Ordinance, 3. Fire Tax Ballot Measure
Tuesday, July14, 2020
Berkeley City Council, Tuesday, 6:00 pm – 11:00 pm,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83061922519
Teleconference: 669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 830 6192 2519
Agenda CONSENT: 1-4 2nd reading of ordinances, 5. Contract with Wells Fargo thru 5/31/2023 Resolution authorizing CM to continue unbundling banking services with Wells Fargo, 6. Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA) nutrition programs for seniors, 7. Contract add $946,419 and extend thru 6/30/2020 total $1,907,293 with Berkeley Food & Housing Project for Administrative Services for Berkeley Mental Health, 8. Contract add $34,736 thru 6/30/2021total $103,178 with Bay Area Hearing Voices Network for Hearing voices support groups, 9. Local Housing Trust Fund Application, 10. Contract $552,862 includes 15% contingency with Sandstone Environmental Engineering, Inc. for Aquatic Park Central Tide Tubes, 11. Contract add $280,000 total $1,471,342 with Redwood Engineering Construction for James Kenney Park, Picnic and Play Area Renovation, 12. Ordinance declaration of easements between 2009 and 2015 Addison (sublease Berkeley Repertory Theater), 13. Contract $116,635.39 with Shaw Industries for Civic Center Building Carpet Replacement, 14. Contract add $50,000 and extend to 6/30/2023 total $190,000 with Fairbanks Scales for Preventive Maintenance and Repairs at Berkeley Transfer Station, ACTION: 15. Permanent Local Housing Application $7,761,504 to support local affordable housing and homeless services, 16. Resolution for issuance of bonds by CALPFA for 1717 University rental housing development, 17. ZAB Appeal 1533 Beverly Place, 18. a. Safety for All: George Floyd Act Budget request to Perform Police Call and Response Analysis and to Direct the CM to implement initiatives and reforms that reduce the footprint of the police department (Bartlett), b. Support Redistribution of City Resources and Operations from the Berkeley Police Dept (Davila), c. Referral to City Manager to Re-imagine Policing Approaches to Public Safety Using a Process of Robust Community Engagement (Wengraf), d. Transform Community Safety and Initiate Robust Community Engagement Process (Arreguin Hahn, Bartlett, Harrison), e. BerkDOT Reimagining Transportation for a Racially Just Future, pursue Berkeley Department of Transportation to ensure a racial justice lens in traffic enforcement (Robinson, Droste, Bartlett, Arreguin), 19. Animal Services Contract with the City of Piedmont,
Wednesday, July 15, 2020
City Council Facilities, Infrastructure, Transportation, Environment & Sustainability Committee, 2:30 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Facilities,_Infrastructure,_Transportation,_Environment,___Sustainability.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88089031189
Teleconference: 669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 880 8903 1189
Agenda: 2. Renaming Shattuck Ave ‘East,’ 3. Traffic Circle Policy and Recommendations, 4. Ordinance terminating the sale of gasoline, diesel and natural gas passenger vehicle in Berkeley by 2025, 5. Prohibition on the Resale of Used Combustion Vehicles in 2040, 6. Prohibition on the Use of City Streets for Operating, Parking or Idling Combustion Vehicles by 2045, 7. Prohibition on the Sale of Gasoline, Diesel, and Other Carbon-Based Transportation Fuels by 2045, Unscheduled 8. Funding and Master Plan - Improving PCI (Paving Condition Index) 9. Bright Streets (painting crosswalks, bike lanes, signage within 3 blocks of schools, 10. Plastic Bags Ordinance Retail and Food Service
Civic Arts Commission, 6 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CivicArtsCommissionHomepage/
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87218249463
Teleconference: 669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 872 1824 9463
Agenda: 6. a. Review and approval Civic Arts Grants Awards for FY2021, b. Cube Space Curator Leila Weefur, revised proposed exhibitions
Planning Commission – Adeline Corridor, 6:30 – 10 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/92842584054
Teleconference: 669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 928 4258 4054
Agenda: I. B. Final subcommittee meetings on July 15 and 20, Update Economic Feasibility of proposed Adeline Corridor Zoning, II. Public Comment, III. Outstanding topics for subcommittee discussion
Joint Meeting of the Climate Emergency Mobilization Task Force and RV/Tiny Homes Solution Task Force, 5:30 – 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83428618351?pwd=TFhqb3EwcVRzcWVOQWRON2lISTI3QT09
Teleconference: 669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 834 2861 8351
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board Webinar Rental Housing and Covid-19, 12 - 1 pm
Pre-register for links, covers state and local rules and regulations
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Thursday, July 16, 2020
Design Review Committee, 7 – 10
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/designreview/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/93080162175
Teleconference: 669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 930 8016 2175
1717 University – construct 5-story mixed-use building with 29 dwelling, 1816 sq ft of commercial space, 6 vehicle and 40 bicycle parking spaces – Final Design Review
2795 San Pablo – demolish existing 1-story single family residence and construct 3-story 5-unit residential building with ground floor commercial space, residential lobby and 470 sq ft usable open space – continued preliminary design review
2028 Bancroft (between Shattuck and Milvia) – construct 6-story 62’ residential building with 37 units (including 2 below market rate). Adjacent project at 2025 Durant proposes to convert existing parking area to 2 residential units and common amenity space total 2845 sq ft newly conditioned space – Final Design Review.
Fair Campaign Practices Commission, 7 pm and Open Government Commission
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/FCPC/
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86293245819
Teleconference: 669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 862 9324 5819
Agenda Fair Campaign Practices: 6. Approval of public campaign financing program certification application, 7. Regulations defining a “minor violation,” 8. Regulation of officeholder accounts, Agenda Open Government Commission: 10. Complaint filed by Martin and Olga Schwartz alleging violations to ZAB proceedings
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board Meeting, 7 – 11 pm
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Agenda and links not posted, check website during week
Friday, July 17, 2020
City Council Land Use, Housing & Economic Development Committee, 10:30 am,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Land_Use,_Housing___Economic_Development.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88953875609
Teleconference: 669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 889 5387 5609
Agenda: 2. Berkeley Economic Dashboards and Demographic Profile Update (report from March 10, 2020), 3. Amending Source of Income (vouchers and rent subsidy) Discrimination Ordinance to Establish Administrative Enforcement procedure a. Homeless committee recommends update, b. City Manager no action, Unscheduled 4.Tenant Opportunity to Purchase Act (TOPA)
Saturday, July 18 2020
No City meetings or events found
Sunday, July 19, 2020
No City meetings or events found
_____________________
Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
1533 Beverly Place, 7-14-2020
1346 Ordway, TBD
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits With End of Appeal Period
2590 Bancroft 7/16/2020
1823 Blake 7/21/2020
1543 Buena 7/21/2020
1111 Chaucer 7/21/2020
545 Colusa 7/30/2020
766 Ensenada 7/30/2020
12 Indian Rock Path 7/14/2020
2099 MLK Jr 7/16/2020
2910 Seventh 7/22/2020
1505 Shattuck 7/23/2020
1120 Second (LPC)
41 San Diego Rd (LPC)
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspxhttps://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
___________________
WORKSHOPS
July 21 – Climate Action Plan/Resiliency Update
Sept 29 – Digital Strategic Plan/FUND$ Replacement Website Update, Zero Waste Priorities, Vision 2050
Oct 20 – Update Berkeley’s 2020 Vision, BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Presentation from StopWaste on SB 1383
Systems Realignment
Previously Schedules and Unscheduled Items Removed From Lists
Sept 22 – Navigable Cities, Crime Report
Ohlone Territory
July 5 - July 12, 2020
Worth Noting:
There are eleven City meetings - key meetings are highlighted here
Berkeley Police - On July 14, the City Council will be taking up the proposals on policing. All the initiatives are listed under item 18 in the July 14 agenda. The proposed agenda and link for the meeting follows the daily calendar for the coming week.
Covid-19 – In a news report that most Californians probably missed, the Guardian published the Covid-19 healthcare worker death toll: 735. https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2020/jun/17/covid-19-coronavirus-healthcare-workers-deaths The Guardian and Kaiser Health News have joined in a project to identify every US medical worker who dies helping patients during the pandemic. In less than 6 months 735 healthcare workers have lost their lives trying to save the lives of people sick with Covid-19. It is a stark contrast to people complaining about wearing a mask/facial covering or frolicking on the beach or crowding together inside.
The report doesn’t include the healthcare workers who survive Covid-19 and are left with lingering and life changing complications. There are ferocious complications: damage to the lungs, kidneys, heart, and neurologic disorders of depression, delirium, decline in cognition to name a few and those don’t just land on the elderly. There is much left to learn about this virus. No one should stride around with an attitude of “I’ll just get Covid-19 and be done with it.” It is not even known if those who have been infected with Covid-19 and have mild symptoms or are asymptomatic will have lasting immunity https://www.cidrap.umn.edu/news-perspective/2020/06/chinese-study-antibodies-covid-19-patients-fade-quickly
This is no time to get careless.
Sunday, July 5, 2020
Monday, July 6, 2020
City Council Public Safety Committee, 10:30 am
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Public_Safety.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84966410006
Teleconference: 669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 849 6641 0006
Agenda: 2. Ordinance: Public Right to Identify Officers, 3. Resolution: No Police Revolving Door, 4. Safety for All: George Floyd Community Safety Act – Development of a Progressive Police Academy,
Disaster and Fire Safety Commission, 7 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Disaster_and_Fire_Safety_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/91949075912
Teleconference: 669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 919 4907 5912
Agenda: 1. Feedback to Planning Commission on local ADU Urgency Ordinance, 2. Fire Tax Ballot Measure (packet 76 pages)
Plastic and the Pandemic webinar, 7 pm, sponsored by the Ecology Center and Hillside Club register: https://zoom.us/webinar/register/5715924460490/WN_Afx7ai78S5mr5Cd-ZLeSpA
Tuesday, July 7, 2020
Berkeley City Council,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom/j/87660512181 (for both meetings)
Teleconference: 669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 876 6051 2181 (for both meetings)
4 pm Special Council Meeting
Agenda: A. Urgency Ordinance Allowing Temporary Outdoor Uses on Private Property (allow outdoor dining and commerce) 1. Ordinance BMC Chapter 16.10 Installation of Video and Telecommunications Systems (packet 171 pages)
6 pm Special Council Meeting
Agenda: 1. ZAB Appeal – 1449 Grizzly Peak, 2. ZAB Appeal – 0 Euclid (Berryman Reservoir)
Planning Commission Zoning Ordinance Revision Project (ZORP) Subcommittee, 7 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/98574271542
Teleconference: 669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 985 7427 1542
Agenda: 5. Use Specific Standards, Development Standards, 6. Consent Changes
Wednesday, July 8, 2020
Police Review Commission Special Meeting, 7 -9:30 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83624486066
Teleconference: 669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 836 2448 6066
Agenda: 8. Lexipol Policies, 9. Use of Force Policy 10. Discussion of items 18 a.b.c.d.on the July 14 City Council Agenda regarding budget, redistribution of resources, operations and policing of the Berkeley Police Dept for details of the proposals go to council July 14 agenda https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board Outreach Committee Meeting, 2 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89774872763
Teleconference: 669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 897 7487 2763
Civic Arts Commission Grants Subcommittee Meeting, 1 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CivicArtsCommissionHomepage/
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87311055257
Teleconference: 669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 873 1105 5257
Agenda: Review Civic Arts Grants Panel Scores and Determine Funding
Parks and Waterfront Commission, 7 – 9 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Parks_and_Waterfront_Commission.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/94287014488
Teleconference: 669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 942 8701 4488
Agenda: Presentation: Berkeley Commons Project (600 Addison) and related park improvements, 9. Measure T1 Phase 2 public process
Thursday, July 9, 2020
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board Budget and Personnel Committee Meeting, 5 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88417814776
Teleconference: 699-900-6833 Meeting ID: 884 1781 4776
Public Works Commission, 7 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Public_Works_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: not available – check Monday
Teleconference: Meeting ID: not available check Monday
Community Calendar and website list July 9 meeting, no agenda posted, check Monday
Zoning Adjustment Board, 7 pm
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/93401340435
Teleconference: 669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 934 0134 0435
3000 San Pablo – demolish 2-story commercial building, construct 6-story, mixed-use building with 78 dwelling units (including 7 very low income), 52 bicycle space, 43 vehicle, 2320 usable open space, 1248 commercial space, on consent
2511 Channing – establish 4481 sq ft commercial building on 4500 sq ft parcel as mixed-use, convert existing 335 sq ft office on mezzanine and existing 3rd floor 1525 sq ft office to a dwelling unit, on consent
3116 Ellis, Unit C – construct 535 sq ft, 2nd story addition to existing single-family dwelling with existing non-conforming rear yard, on lot that has existing non-conforming lot coverage and density, increasing total number of bedrooms from 5 to 7, on consent,
1367 University – construct 9273 sq ft 4-story 40-unit Group Living Accommodation (GLA) operating as single room occupancy (SRO) residential hotel on vacant parcel
Friday, July 10, 2020
No City meetings or events found
Saturday, July 11, 2020
Expect Town Hall with the Mayor at 12 noon, Watch live at jessearreguin.com or since there is no live interchange with the public watch anytime on the Mayor’s YouTube site https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgXaP2idglejM_r7Iv7my6w
Sunday, July 12, 2020
No City meetings or events found
_________________
July 14, 6 pm City Council Meeting Agenda email comments to [email protected]
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83061922519
Teleconference: 669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 830 6192 2519
CONSENT: 1-4 2nd reading of ordinances, 5. Contract with Wells Fargo thru 5/31/2023 Resolution authorizing CM to continue unbundling banking services with Wells Fargo, 6. Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA) nutrition programs for seniors, 7. Contract add $946,419 and extend thru 6/30/2020 total $1,907,293 with Berkeley Food & Housing Project for Administrative Services for Berkeley Mental Health, 8. Contract add $34,736 thru 6/30/2021total $103,178 with Bay Area Hearing Voices Network for Hearing voices support groups, 9. Local Housing Trust Fund Application, 10. Contract $552,862 includes 15% contingency with Sandstone Environmental Engineering, Inc. for Aquatic Park Central Tide Tubes, 11. Contract add $280,000 total $1,471,342 with Redwood Engineering Construction for James Kenney Park, Picnic and Play Area Renovation, 12. Ordinance declaration of easements between 2009 and 2015 Addison (sublease Berkeley Repertory Theater), 13. Contract $116,635.39 with Shaw Industries for Civic Center Building Carpet Replacement, 14. Contract add $50,000 and extend to 6/30/2023 total $190,000, ACTION: 15. Permanent Local Housing Application $7,761,504 to support local affordable housing and homeless services, 16. Resolution for issuance of bonds by CALPFA for 1717 University rental housing development, 17. ZAB Appeal 1533 Beverly Place, 18. a. Safety for All: George Floyd Act Budget request to Perform Police Call and Response Analysis and to Direct the CM to implement initiatives and reforms that reduce the footprint of the police department (Bartlett), b. Support Redistribution of City Resources and Operations from the Berkeley Police Dept (Davila), c. Referral to City Manager to Re-imagine Policing Approaches to Public Safety Using a Process of Robust Community Engagement (Wengraf), d. Transform Community Safety and Initiate Robust Community Engagement Process (Arreguin Hahn, Bartlett, Harrison), e. BerkDOT Reimagining Transportation for a Racially Just Future, pursue Berkeley Department of Transportation to ensure a racial justice lens in traffic enforcement (Robinson, Droste, Bartlett, Arreguin), 19. Animal Services Contract with the City of Piedmont,
_____________________
Public Hearings Scheduled
1533 Berkeley Place 7/14/2020
Use Permits and the Appeal End Date
2115 Allston 7/8/2020
2590 Bancroft 7/16/2020
1823 Blake 7/21/2020
1543 Buena 7/21/2020
1111 Chaucer 7/21/2020
12 Indian Rock Path 7/14/2020
2099 MLK Jr 7/16/2020
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
___________________
WORKSHOPS
July 21 – Climate Action Plan/Resiliency Update
Sept 22 – Navigable Cities, Crime Report
Sept 29 – Digital Strategic Plan/FUND$ Replacement Website Update, Zero Waste Priorities, Vision 2050
Oct 20 – Update Berkeley’s 2020 Vision, BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Ohlone Lands
Cannabis Health Considerations
Presentation from StopWaste on SB 1383
Systems Realignment
Worth Noting:
There are eleven City meetings - key meetings are highlighted here
- Monday – The City Council Public Safety Committee 10:30 am will be reviewing ordinances and proposals related to policing. Given the content of the Police Review Commission meetings on Police Use of Force this is worth your attention.
- Tuesday – The City Council 4 pm meeting is on the telecom ordinance and the 6 pm meeting includes the appeal of the ZAB decision to deny telecom equipment at the Berryman Reservoir.
- Wednesday – The Police Review Commission, 7 pm will be discussing and taking action on the Use of Force Policy and making recommendations on the proposals on policing for the July 14 City Council meeting.
Berkeley Police - On July 14, the City Council will be taking up the proposals on policing. All the initiatives are listed under item 18 in the July 14 agenda. The proposed agenda and link for the meeting follows the daily calendar for the coming week.
Covid-19 – In a news report that most Californians probably missed, the Guardian published the Covid-19 healthcare worker death toll: 735. https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2020/jun/17/covid-19-coronavirus-healthcare-workers-deaths The Guardian and Kaiser Health News have joined in a project to identify every US medical worker who dies helping patients during the pandemic. In less than 6 months 735 healthcare workers have lost their lives trying to save the lives of people sick with Covid-19. It is a stark contrast to people complaining about wearing a mask/facial covering or frolicking on the beach or crowding together inside.
The report doesn’t include the healthcare workers who survive Covid-19 and are left with lingering and life changing complications. There are ferocious complications: damage to the lungs, kidneys, heart, and neurologic disorders of depression, delirium, decline in cognition to name a few and those don’t just land on the elderly. There is much left to learn about this virus. No one should stride around with an attitude of “I’ll just get Covid-19 and be done with it.” It is not even known if those who have been infected with Covid-19 and have mild symptoms or are asymptomatic will have lasting immunity https://www.cidrap.umn.edu/news-perspective/2020/06/chinese-study-antibodies-covid-19-patients-fade-quickly
This is no time to get careless.
Sunday, July 5, 2020
- No City meetings or events found
Monday, July 6, 2020
City Council Public Safety Committee, 10:30 am
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Public_Safety.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84966410006
Teleconference: 669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 849 6641 0006
Agenda: 2. Ordinance: Public Right to Identify Officers, 3. Resolution: No Police Revolving Door, 4. Safety for All: George Floyd Community Safety Act – Development of a Progressive Police Academy,
Disaster and Fire Safety Commission, 7 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Disaster_and_Fire_Safety_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/91949075912
Teleconference: 669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 919 4907 5912
Agenda: 1. Feedback to Planning Commission on local ADU Urgency Ordinance, 2. Fire Tax Ballot Measure (packet 76 pages)
Plastic and the Pandemic webinar, 7 pm, sponsored by the Ecology Center and Hillside Club register: https://zoom.us/webinar/register/5715924460490/WN_Afx7ai78S5mr5Cd-ZLeSpA
Tuesday, July 7, 2020
Berkeley City Council,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom/j/87660512181 (for both meetings)
Teleconference: 669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 876 6051 2181 (for both meetings)
4 pm Special Council Meeting
Agenda: A. Urgency Ordinance Allowing Temporary Outdoor Uses on Private Property (allow outdoor dining and commerce) 1. Ordinance BMC Chapter 16.10 Installation of Video and Telecommunications Systems (packet 171 pages)
6 pm Special Council Meeting
Agenda: 1. ZAB Appeal – 1449 Grizzly Peak, 2. ZAB Appeal – 0 Euclid (Berryman Reservoir)
Planning Commission Zoning Ordinance Revision Project (ZORP) Subcommittee, 7 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/98574271542
Teleconference: 669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 985 7427 1542
Agenda: 5. Use Specific Standards, Development Standards, 6. Consent Changes
Wednesday, July 8, 2020
Police Review Commission Special Meeting, 7 -9:30 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83624486066
Teleconference: 669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 836 2448 6066
Agenda: 8. Lexipol Policies, 9. Use of Force Policy 10. Discussion of items 18 a.b.c.d.on the July 14 City Council Agenda regarding budget, redistribution of resources, operations and policing of the Berkeley Police Dept for details of the proposals go to council July 14 agenda https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board Outreach Committee Meeting, 2 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89774872763
Teleconference: 669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 897 7487 2763
Civic Arts Commission Grants Subcommittee Meeting, 1 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CivicArtsCommissionHomepage/
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87311055257
Teleconference: 669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 873 1105 5257
Agenda: Review Civic Arts Grants Panel Scores and Determine Funding
Parks and Waterfront Commission, 7 – 9 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Parks_and_Waterfront_Commission.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/94287014488
Teleconference: 669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 942 8701 4488
Agenda: Presentation: Berkeley Commons Project (600 Addison) and related park improvements, 9. Measure T1 Phase 2 public process
Thursday, July 9, 2020
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board Budget and Personnel Committee Meeting, 5 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88417814776
Teleconference: 699-900-6833 Meeting ID: 884 1781 4776
Public Works Commission, 7 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Public_Works_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: not available – check Monday
Teleconference: Meeting ID: not available check Monday
Community Calendar and website list July 9 meeting, no agenda posted, check Monday
Zoning Adjustment Board, 7 pm
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/93401340435
Teleconference: 669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 934 0134 0435
3000 San Pablo – demolish 2-story commercial building, construct 6-story, mixed-use building with 78 dwelling units (including 7 very low income), 52 bicycle space, 43 vehicle, 2320 usable open space, 1248 commercial space, on consent
2511 Channing – establish 4481 sq ft commercial building on 4500 sq ft parcel as mixed-use, convert existing 335 sq ft office on mezzanine and existing 3rd floor 1525 sq ft office to a dwelling unit, on consent
3116 Ellis, Unit C – construct 535 sq ft, 2nd story addition to existing single-family dwelling with existing non-conforming rear yard, on lot that has existing non-conforming lot coverage and density, increasing total number of bedrooms from 5 to 7, on consent,
1367 University – construct 9273 sq ft 4-story 40-unit Group Living Accommodation (GLA) operating as single room occupancy (SRO) residential hotel on vacant parcel
Friday, July 10, 2020
No City meetings or events found
Saturday, July 11, 2020
Expect Town Hall with the Mayor at 12 noon, Watch live at jessearreguin.com or since there is no live interchange with the public watch anytime on the Mayor’s YouTube site https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgXaP2idglejM_r7Iv7my6w
Sunday, July 12, 2020
No City meetings or events found
_________________
July 14, 6 pm City Council Meeting Agenda email comments to [email protected]
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83061922519
Teleconference: 669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 830 6192 2519
CONSENT: 1-4 2nd reading of ordinances, 5. Contract with Wells Fargo thru 5/31/2023 Resolution authorizing CM to continue unbundling banking services with Wells Fargo, 6. Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA) nutrition programs for seniors, 7. Contract add $946,419 and extend thru 6/30/2020 total $1,907,293 with Berkeley Food & Housing Project for Administrative Services for Berkeley Mental Health, 8. Contract add $34,736 thru 6/30/2021total $103,178 with Bay Area Hearing Voices Network for Hearing voices support groups, 9. Local Housing Trust Fund Application, 10. Contract $552,862 includes 15% contingency with Sandstone Environmental Engineering, Inc. for Aquatic Park Central Tide Tubes, 11. Contract add $280,000 total $1,471,342 with Redwood Engineering Construction for James Kenney Park, Picnic and Play Area Renovation, 12. Ordinance declaration of easements between 2009 and 2015 Addison (sublease Berkeley Repertory Theater), 13. Contract $116,635.39 with Shaw Industries for Civic Center Building Carpet Replacement, 14. Contract add $50,000 and extend to 6/30/2023 total $190,000, ACTION: 15. Permanent Local Housing Application $7,761,504 to support local affordable housing and homeless services, 16. Resolution for issuance of bonds by CALPFA for 1717 University rental housing development, 17. ZAB Appeal 1533 Beverly Place, 18. a. Safety for All: George Floyd Act Budget request to Perform Police Call and Response Analysis and to Direct the CM to implement initiatives and reforms that reduce the footprint of the police department (Bartlett), b. Support Redistribution of City Resources and Operations from the Berkeley Police Dept (Davila), c. Referral to City Manager to Re-imagine Policing Approaches to Public Safety Using a Process of Robust Community Engagement (Wengraf), d. Transform Community Safety and Initiate Robust Community Engagement Process (Arreguin Hahn, Bartlett, Harrison), e. BerkDOT Reimagining Transportation for a Racially Just Future, pursue Berkeley Department of Transportation to ensure a racial justice lens in traffic enforcement (Robinson, Droste, Bartlett, Arreguin), 19. Animal Services Contract with the City of Piedmont,
_____________________
Public Hearings Scheduled
1533 Berkeley Place 7/14/2020
Use Permits and the Appeal End Date
2115 Allston 7/8/2020
2590 Bancroft 7/16/2020
1823 Blake 7/21/2020
1543 Buena 7/21/2020
1111 Chaucer 7/21/2020
12 Indian Rock Path 7/14/2020
2099 MLK Jr 7/16/2020
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
___________________
WORKSHOPS
July 21 – Climate Action Plan/Resiliency Update
Sept 22 – Navigable Cities, Crime Report
Sept 29 – Digital Strategic Plan/FUND$ Replacement Website Update, Zero Waste Priorities, Vision 2050
Oct 20 – Update Berkeley’s 2020 Vision, BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Ohlone Lands
Cannabis Health Considerations
Presentation from StopWaste on SB 1383
Systems Realignment
June 28 - July 5, 2020
Worth Noting:
There are nine City meetings in the coming week June 28 – July 5, 2020. All 4th of July events are cancelled due to COVID-19. And, while COVID-19 has not hit Berkeley hard yet – yet is the discomforting word. New cases of infections are skyrocketing across the South, This is no time to get careless.
Treat that mask on your face as if it is worth hundreds of thousands of dollars, because that is exactly the worth if you prevent just one person from getting sick and being hospitalized and that one person could be you. Wear that mask with honor. The best practice is to put it on before leaving home, make sure your nose and mouth are covered and leave it on until you return home.
Monday – Budget Committee meets at 10 am for the last review. The City Manager is recommending across the board cuts of 15%. The Agenda Committee meets at 2:30 pm to plan the July 14 Regular City Council meeting – the Council meeting when measures on policing will be presented for vote. The Police Review Commission meets at 7 pm to finalize the recommendations for revisions to the Berkeley Police Use of Force policy.
Tuesday - The City Council will vote to adopt the FY 2021 budget - item 40 on a long agenda.
Wednesday - City Council Facilities, Infrastructure, (FITS) meets at 2 pm. In the evening the Library Board starts at 6:30 pm and the Homeless Services Panel of Experts and the Planning Commission start at 7 pm.
Thursday – The Landmarks Commission meets at 7 pm.
Sunday, June 28, 2020
Tuesday, June 30, 2020
Planning Commission, 7 – 10 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/92939134810
Teleconference: 669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 929 3913 4810
Agenda: 9. Public Hearing: Home Occupations Ordinance, 10. Referrals Supporting Berkeley Businesses
Thursday, July 2, 2020
Friday, July 3, 2020
Saturday, July 4, 2020
Sunday, July 5, 2020
Public Hearings Scheduled
0 Euclid 7/7/2020
1449 Grizzly Peak 7/7/2020
1533 Berkeley Place 7/14/2020
Use Permits and the Appeal End Date
2115 Allston 7/8/2020
1348-50 Euclid 6/30/2020
12 Indian Rock Path 7/14/2020
1346 Ordway 6/30/2020
2023-25 Shattuck 6/30/2020
1635 Tacoma 6/30/2020
2338 Telegraph 6/30/2020
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
___________________
WORKSHOPS
July 21 – Crime report, Climate Action Plan/Resiliency Update
Sept 29 – Digital Strategic Plan/FUND$ Replacement Website Update, Zero Waste Priorities, Vision 2050
Oct 20 – Update Berkeley’s 2020 Vision, BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Presentation from StopWaste on SB 1383
Systems Realignment
Worth Noting:
There are nine City meetings in the coming week June 28 – July 5, 2020. All 4th of July events are cancelled due to COVID-19. And, while COVID-19 has not hit Berkeley hard yet – yet is the discomforting word. New cases of infections are skyrocketing across the South, This is no time to get careless.
Treat that mask on your face as if it is worth hundreds of thousands of dollars, because that is exactly the worth if you prevent just one person from getting sick and being hospitalized and that one person could be you. Wear that mask with honor. The best practice is to put it on before leaving home, make sure your nose and mouth are covered and leave it on until you return home.
Monday – Budget Committee meets at 10 am for the last review. The City Manager is recommending across the board cuts of 15%. The Agenda Committee meets at 2:30 pm to plan the July 14 Regular City Council meeting – the Council meeting when measures on policing will be presented for vote. The Police Review Commission meets at 7 pm to finalize the recommendations for revisions to the Berkeley Police Use of Force policy.
Tuesday - The City Council will vote to adopt the FY 2021 budget - item 40 on a long agenda.
Wednesday - City Council Facilities, Infrastructure, (FITS) meets at 2 pm. In the evening the Library Board starts at 6:30 pm and the Homeless Services Panel of Experts and the Planning Commission start at 7 pm.
Thursday – The Landmarks Commission meets at 7 pm.
Sunday, June 28, 2020
- No City meetings or events found
- City Council Budget & Finance Committee, 10 am https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Budget___Finance.aspx
- Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86763057213
- Teleconference: 669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 867 6305 7213
- Agenda: Fiscal Year 2021 Budget Update,
- Agenda and Rules Committee, 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
- Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82019851685
- Teleconference: 669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 820 1985 1685
- Agenda planning for July 14 City Council Regular meeting: CONSENT: 1. Contract with Wells Fargo thru 5/31/2023 Resolution authorizing CM to continue unbundling banking services with Wells Fargo, 2. Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA) nutrition programs for seniors, 3. Contract add $946,419 and extend thru 6/30/2020 total $1,907,293 with Berkeley Food & Housing Project for Administrative Services for Berkeley Mental Health, 4. Contract add $34,736 thru 6/30/2021total $103,178 with Bay Area Hearing Voices Network for Hearing voices support groups, 5. Local Housing Trust Fund Application, 6. Contract $552,862 includes 15% contingency with Sandstone Environmental Engineering, Inc. for Aquatic Park Central Tide Tubes, 7. Contract add $280,000 total $1,471,342 with Redwood Engineering Construction for James Kenney Park, Picnic and Play Area Renovation, 8. Ordinance declaration of easements between 2009 and 2015 Addison (sublease Berkeley Repertory Theater), 9. Contract $116,635.39 with Shaw Industries for Civic Center Building Carpet Replacement, 10. Contract add $50,000 and extend to 6/30/2023 total $190,000, ACTION: 11. Permanent Local Housing Application $7,761,504 to support local affordable housing and homeless services, 12. Resolution for issuance of bonds by CALPFA for 1717 University rental housing development, 13. ZAB Appeal 1533 Beverly Place, 14. Safety for All: George Floyd Act Budget request to Perform Police Call and Response Analysis and to Direct the CM to implement initiatives and reforms that reduce the footprint of the police department, 15. Changes to BMC and City Policies with respect to Local Emergency Declarations and First Amendment Curfews, 16. Rename Shattuck, 17.a. & b. Compiling Homeless Commission Recommendations and tracking outcomes, 18. Menstrual Products for Unhoused Community, 19. Amending Council Rules of Procedure in regard to items submitted by Mayor or Councilmembers to go to whole Council for review rather than referral by Agenda to Policy committee, 20. Declare Juneteenth as City Holiday, 21. Redistribution of City Resources and Operations from Berkeley Police (proposed police budget $72,774,334) when call/situation is better served by trained city staff and community partners, 22. Referral to CM to Re-imagine Policing approaches to Public Safety with robust community engagement, 23. BerkDOT pursue Berkeley Department of Transportation to ensure a racial justice lens in traffic enforcement. REFERRED ITEMS for REVIEW: 8. Impact of COVID-19 on meetings of Legislative bodies, 9. Election Reform Act to Prohibit Officeholder Accounts, 10. Resolution incorporate 1 minute 46 seconds of mindfulness, 11. Commission Reorganization for Post COVID Recovery, (packet 176 pages)
- Police Review Commission Special Meeting, 7 -9:30 pm https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88192778246
- Teleconference: 669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 881 9277 8246
- Agenda: Use of Force Policy
Tuesday, June 30, 2020
- Berkeley City Council, 6:00 pm – 11:00 pm, Live audio KPFB 89.3 (listen only), Cable B-TV (Channel 33) watch only, to participate/comment use zoom, teleconference, or email [email protected] during meeting with number of item 150 word limit https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
- Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87199785160
- Teleconference: 669.900.9128 Meeting ID: 871 9978 5160
- Agenda CONSENT: Items 1 – 11 Second Reading Vote, 13. Contract add $180,134 total $441,984 FY 2021-2025 for Animal Services Contract with City of Piedmont, 14. Add $30,000 and extend to June 30, 2021 total $120,000 with Townsend Public Affairs, Inc for ERMA, 15. Contract $214,848 July 1, 2020 – June 30, 2021with Downtown Y for City employees, 17. Reaffirm Investment Policies, 18. FY2021 Appropriations Limit $284,280,447, 19. FY 2021 Tax Rate Fire Protection, Emergency Response and Preparedness (Measure GG), 20. Grant Agreement Amendment: Alameda County Coordinated Entry System (CES) Grant, 21. Mental Health Services Act Contract Amendment: Covenant House (YEAH), 22. Contract Amendments: Mental Health Services Act, Prevention and Early Intervention, 23. Contract Amendment with BOSS (Building Opportunities for Self-Sufficiency, 24. Reimbursement with City of San Jose and BPD for Training related to Internet Crimes Against Children, 25. Grant Applications Active Transportation Program Cycle 5, 26. Contract add $300,000 total $8,286,960 with Ghilotti Construction for Shattuck Reconfiguration and Pedestrian Safety Project, 27. FY 2021 Clean Stormwater Fee, 28. Support Congresswoman Barbara Lee’s legislation to establish a US Commission on Truth, Racial Healing and Transformation, 29. Resolution Urging State Legislature and Governor to explore new revenue generating options including additional tax on highest earning Californians, 30. Support AB-3256 Economic Recovery and Climate Resiliency Bond, 31. Support AB-2501 COVID-19 Homeowner, Tenant, Consumer relief, 32. Support ACA 5 to place statewide ballot to repeal Proposition 209 (1996) and allow C=State of CA to pursue minority equal opportunity and access initiatives, ACTION: 33. Amend One-Way Car Share Program: Electric Mopeds, Fees Deposits, 34. Amend Berkeley Election Reform Act (public election financing), 35. Charter Amendment to change Mayor and Councilmembers to Fulltime Status, 36. Ballot Measure to Create Climate Action Fund, 37. Amend Berkeley’s Minimum Wage Ordinance, impacting youth training programs, 38. Charter Amendment Ballot Initiative to repeal residency requirement for sworn members Berkeley Fire Dept, 39. Contract CycloMedia for GIS Infrastructure Asset Data, 40. FY 2021 Mid-Biennial Budget Update Adoption, 41. FY 2021 Annual Appropriations $521,674,251 (gross), $452,409,230 (net), 42. Borrowing of Funds and the Sale and Issuance of FY 2020-21 Tax and Revenue Anticipation Notes, INFORMATION REPORTS: 43. Audit Report Wins National Recognition, 44. City Auditor FY 2021 Audit Plan
- City Council Facilities, Infrastructure, Transportation, Environment & Sustainability Committee, 2 pm, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Facilities,_Infrastructure,_Transportation,_Environment,___Sustainability.aspx
- Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89549591843
- Teleconference: 669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 895 4959 1843
- Agenda: 2. Terminating the sale of gasoline, diesel and natural gas passenger vehicles throughout Berkeley by 2025, 3. Traffic Circle Recommendations, 4. 100% sustainable trips by 2045,
- Board of Library Trustees, 6:30 pm https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
- Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86042306505
- Teleconference: 669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 860 4230 6505
- Agenda CONSENT: D. Bid Solicitation Central Library Stucco Restoration Project, E. Contract $107,000 for procurement audio equipment, delivery and installation for Central Library 7/1/2020 – 12/31/2021, FY 2021 Budget Amendment to $600,000 for furniture, fixtures, equipment for Central Library, ACTION: Mission and Vision Statement
- Homeless Services Panel of Experts, 7 pm https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Homeless_Services_Panel_of_Experts.aspx
- Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/93845393201?pwd=M3I0bW90WW1LcDFEVDUxemorMldzQT09
- Teleconference: 669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 938 4539 3201
- Agenda: 7. Update related to homelessness, discussion and possible action, 8. Workplan and development of bylaws
Planning Commission, 7 – 10 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/92939134810
Teleconference: 669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 929 3913 4810
Agenda: 9. Public Hearing: Home Occupations Ordinance, 10. Referrals Supporting Berkeley Businesses
Thursday, July 2, 2020
- Landmarks Preservation Commission, 7 – 11:30 pm https://www.cityofberkeley.info/landmarkspreservationcommission/
- Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/91831014263
- Teleconference: 669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 918 3101 4263
- Agenda: 2328 Channing Way hearing designation as Landmark or Structure of Merit The Luttrell House, 1212 and 1214 San Pablo Demolition Referral, 2277 Shattuck Structural Alteration Permit, 8. Annual Election, 9. Meetings during COVID-19 pandemic
Friday, July 3, 2020
- City of Berkeley Independence Day Holiday
Saturday, July 4, 2020
- Cancelled – Berkeley City 4th of July Fireworks and events, (Looks like all Bay Area 4th of July fireworks and events are cancelled due to COVID-19)
Sunday, July 5, 2020
- No City meetings or events found
Public Hearings Scheduled
0 Euclid 7/7/2020
1449 Grizzly Peak 7/7/2020
1533 Berkeley Place 7/14/2020
Use Permits and the Appeal End Date
2115 Allston 7/8/2020
1348-50 Euclid 6/30/2020
12 Indian Rock Path 7/14/2020
1346 Ordway 6/30/2020
2023-25 Shattuck 6/30/2020
1635 Tacoma 6/30/2020
2338 Telegraph 6/30/2020
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSHOPS
July 21 – Crime report, Climate Action Plan/Resiliency Update
Sept 29 – Digital Strategic Plan/FUND$ Replacement Website Update, Zero Waste Priorities, Vision 2050
Oct 20 – Update Berkeley’s 2020 Vision, BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Presentation from StopWaste on SB 1383
Systems Realignment
June 21 - June 28, 2020
Worth Noting:
Seven City meetings were found.
The Police Review Commission is working on revising the Berkeley Police Use of Force Policy. The subcommittee meets Monday, Wednesday and Friday and the full Commission meets on Wednesday.
Berkeley City Council goes into closed session on Monday to meet with labor negotiators, Tuesday is a special meeting of the full council on the budget and Thursday the Budget Committee meets.
ZAB meets Thursday evening to review 5 projects.
Juneteenth Celebrations continue through the weekend.
Coronavirus – The daily number of new cases of Coronavirus in Texas, Florida and Arizona is in an upward spike. California continues to rise too with hospitalizations increasing slightly. Mercury News | East Bay Times have detailed key information for California in the Coronavirus Tracker https://extras.mercurynews.com/coronavirus-tracker/
The CIDRAP – Center for Infectious Disease Research and Policy https://www.cidrap.umn.edu posted Chinese study: Antibodies in COVID-19 patients fade quickly. The study was of a small number of patients, but the take away is that there may not be long term immunity after recovering from COVID-19. It looks like wearing facial coverings will need to continue for a long time including for those who have had COVID-19 and recovered. There is still a lot to learn about SARS-CoV-2.
The June 30 City Council meeting agenda is available for comment and follows the daily meeting summaries.
To submit comment during meeting to be read during public comment email [email protected] and include item number
Sunday, June 21, 2020
Father’s Day
Monday, June 22, 2020
Tuesday, June 23, 2020
Wednesday, June 24, 2020
Friday, June 26, 2020
Saturday, June 27, 2020
Sunday, June 25, 2020
June 30 Regular City Council meeting agenda: email comments to [email protected]
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87199785160
Teleconference: 669.900.9128 Meeting ID: 871 9978 5160
CONSENT: Items 1 – 11 Second Reading Vote, 13. Contract add $180,134 total $441,984 FY 2021-2025 for Animal Services Contract with City of Piedmont, 14. Add $30,000 and extend to June 30, 2021 total $120,000 with Townsend Public Affairs, Inc for ERMA, 15. Contract $214,848 July 1, 2020 – June 30, 2021with Downtown Y for City employees, 17. Reaffirm Investment Policies, 18. FY2021 Appropriations Limit $284,280,447, 19. FY 2021 Tax Rate Fire Protection, Emergency Response and Preparedness (Measure GG), 20. Grant Agreement Amendment: Alameda County Coordinated Entry System (CES) Grant, 21. Mental Health Services Act Contract Amendment: Covenant House (YEAH), 22. Contract Amendments: Mental Health Services Act, Prevention and Early Intervention, 23. Contract Amendment with BOSS (Building Opportunities for Self-Sufficiency, 24. Reimbursement with City of San Jose and BPD for Training related to Internet Crimes Against Children, 25. Grant Applications Active Transportation Program Cycle 5, 26. Contract add $300,000 total $8,286,960 with Ghilotti Construction for Shattuck Reconfiguration and Pedestrian Safety Project, 27. FY 2021 Clean Stormwater Fee, 28. Support Congresswoman Barbara Lee’s legislation to establish a US Commission on Truth, Racial Healing and Transformation, 29. Resolution Urging State Legislature and Governor to explore new revenue generating options including additional tax on highest earning Californians, 30. Support AB-3256 Economic Recovery and Climate Resiliency Bond, 31. Support AB-2501 COVID-19 Homeowner, Tenant, Consumer relief, 32. Support ACA 5 to place statewide ballot to repeal Proposition 209 (1996) and allow C=State of CA to pursue minority equal opportunity and access initiatives, ACTION: 33. Amend One-Way Car Share Program: Electric Mopeds, Fees Deposits, 34. Amend Berkeley Election Reform Act (public election financing), 35. Charter Amendment to change Mayor and Councilmembers to Fulltime Status, 36. Ballot Measure to Create Climate Action Fund, 37. Amend Berkeley’s Minimum Wage Ordinance, impacting youth training programs, 38. Charter Amendment Ballot Initiative to repeal residency requirement for sworn members Berkeley Fire Dept, 39. Contract CycloMedia for GIS Infrastructure Asset Data, 40. FY 2021 Mid-Biennial Budget Update Adoption, 41. FY 2021 Annual Appropriations $521,674,251 (gross), $452,409,230 (net), 42. Borrowing of Funds and the Sale and Issuance of FY 2020-21 Tax and Revenue Anticipation Notes, INFORMATION REPORTS: 43. Audit Report Wins National Recognition, 44. City Auditor FY 2021 Audit Plan
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Public Hearings Scheduled
0 Euclid 7/7/2020
1449 Grizzly Peak 7/7/2020
1533 Berkeley Place 7/14/2020
Use Permits and the Appeal End Date
1348-50 Euclid 6/30/2020
1380 Hearst 6/23/2020
977 Keeler 6/25/2020
1346 Ordway 6/30/2020
2023-25 Shattuck 6/30/2020
1635 Tacoma 6/30/2020
2338 Telegraph 6/30/2020
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSHOPS
July 21 – Crime report, Climate Action Plan/Resiliency Update
Sept 29 – Digital Strategic Plan/FUND$ Replacement Website Update, Zero Waste Priorities
Oct 20 – Update Berkeley’s 2020 Vision, BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Vision 2050
Ohlone History and Culture (Special meeting)
Presentation from StopWaste on SB 1383
Systems Realignment
Worth Noting:
Seven City meetings were found.
The Police Review Commission is working on revising the Berkeley Police Use of Force Policy. The subcommittee meets Monday, Wednesday and Friday and the full Commission meets on Wednesday.
Berkeley City Council goes into closed session on Monday to meet with labor negotiators, Tuesday is a special meeting of the full council on the budget and Thursday the Budget Committee meets.
ZAB meets Thursday evening to review 5 projects.
Juneteenth Celebrations continue through the weekend.
Coronavirus – The daily number of new cases of Coronavirus in Texas, Florida and Arizona is in an upward spike. California continues to rise too with hospitalizations increasing slightly. Mercury News | East Bay Times have detailed key information for California in the Coronavirus Tracker https://extras.mercurynews.com/coronavirus-tracker/
The CIDRAP – Center for Infectious Disease Research and Policy https://www.cidrap.umn.edu posted Chinese study: Antibodies in COVID-19 patients fade quickly. The study was of a small number of patients, but the take away is that there may not be long term immunity after recovering from COVID-19. It looks like wearing facial coverings will need to continue for a long time including for those who have had COVID-19 and recovered. There is still a lot to learn about SARS-CoV-2.
The June 30 City Council meeting agenda is available for comment and follows the daily meeting summaries.
To submit comment during meeting to be read during public comment email [email protected] and include item number
Sunday, June 21, 2020
Father’s Day
Monday, June 22, 2020
- Police Review Commission - Use of Force Subcommittee, 5:30 pm http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87489661585
- Teleconference: 669.900.6833 Meeting ID: 874 8966 1585
- Agenda: Continue draft of Use of Force BPD Policy 300
- Berkeley City Council – Closed Session, Tuesday, 5:00 pm, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2020/06_June/City_Council__06-22-2020_-_Special_Closed_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
- Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82012177428
- Teleconference: 669.900.9128 Meeting ID: 820 1217 7428
- Agenda: Conference with Labor Negotiators, Employee Organizations, Berkeley Fire Fighters Assoc 1227, Berkeley Police Assoc, SEIU, Local 1021, Maintenance and Clerical, Chapters Berkeley Fire Fighters Assoc, Local 1227 I.A.F.F. / Berkeley Chief Fire Officiers Assoc, IBEW, Local 1245
Tuesday, June 23, 2020
- Berkeley City Council – Special Meeting, 6:00 pm https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
- Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81018378132
- Teleconference: 669.900.9128 Meeting ID: 810 1837 8132
- Agenda: 1 FY 2021 Budget Update, 2. FY 2020 2nd qtr Investment Report ended 12/31/2019, 3rd qtr Investment Report ended 3/31/2020
Wednesday, June 24, 2020
- Police Review Commission – Use of Force Subcommittee plans to meet prior to regular PRC meeting, check website for time and details after Monday,
- Police Review Commission – Regular Meeting, 7 pm http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88343051512
- Teleconference: 669.900.6833 Meeting ID: 883 4305 1512
- Agenda: 8. Subcommittee Work, 9. Review of revisions to BPD Policy 300 Use of Force
- City Council Budget & Finance Committee, 10 am, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Budget___Finance.aspx Agenda, Videoconference and Teleconference information will be posted Monday, June 22.
- Zoning Adjustment Board, 7 pm https://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
- Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/97644149865
- Teleconference: 669.900.6833 Meeting ID: 976 4414 9865
- 2099 MLK JR Way – demolish existing 1-story auto service building, construct 62,419 sq ft 7-story, 69’ mixed use building with 72 dwellings (includes 5 very low income dwellings) 2448 sq ft retail, 12 parking spaces, 65 bicycle spaces, on consent
- 2590 Bancroft Way – demolish existing 2-story commercial building, construct 8-story mixed use building with 87 dwelling units (includes 5 very low income dwellings) 4345 sq ft commercial space, 2566 sq ft usable open space, 40 bicycle spaces, no vehicle parking spaces, on consent
- 1531 Summit – construct new 2393 sq ft 2-story single family dwelling average height 24’5” detached 2-car garage on vacant 7269 sq ft vacant lot,
- 1328 Oxford – alter 5400 sq ft residential parcel that is over density by constructing 2nd story 234 sq ft additions, add 4 dormers to existing roof resulting in 202 sq ft of habitable space in attic to existing 1405 sq ft 2-story single family dwelling, on consent,
- 2227 Carleton – alter 4500 sq ft residential parcel, construct 1435 sq ft major residential addition resulting in 3361 sq ft 2-story duplex, 25’6” average height, 28’-10” maximum height, making alterations within non-conforming east side and front yards and adding 5 bedrooms for total 8 bedrooms on parcel, on action - staff recommend approve,
Friday, June 26, 2020
- Police Review Commission – Use of Force Subcommittee http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx Check for time and logins during week, likely time 5 pm
Saturday, June 27, 2020
- No City meetings or events found
Sunday, June 25, 2020
- No City meetings or events found
June 30 Regular City Council meeting agenda: email comments to [email protected]
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87199785160
Teleconference: 669.900.9128 Meeting ID: 871 9978 5160
CONSENT: Items 1 – 11 Second Reading Vote, 13. Contract add $180,134 total $441,984 FY 2021-2025 for Animal Services Contract with City of Piedmont, 14. Add $30,000 and extend to June 30, 2021 total $120,000 with Townsend Public Affairs, Inc for ERMA, 15. Contract $214,848 July 1, 2020 – June 30, 2021with Downtown Y for City employees, 17. Reaffirm Investment Policies, 18. FY2021 Appropriations Limit $284,280,447, 19. FY 2021 Tax Rate Fire Protection, Emergency Response and Preparedness (Measure GG), 20. Grant Agreement Amendment: Alameda County Coordinated Entry System (CES) Grant, 21. Mental Health Services Act Contract Amendment: Covenant House (YEAH), 22. Contract Amendments: Mental Health Services Act, Prevention and Early Intervention, 23. Contract Amendment with BOSS (Building Opportunities for Self-Sufficiency, 24. Reimbursement with City of San Jose and BPD for Training related to Internet Crimes Against Children, 25. Grant Applications Active Transportation Program Cycle 5, 26. Contract add $300,000 total $8,286,960 with Ghilotti Construction for Shattuck Reconfiguration and Pedestrian Safety Project, 27. FY 2021 Clean Stormwater Fee, 28. Support Congresswoman Barbara Lee’s legislation to establish a US Commission on Truth, Racial Healing and Transformation, 29. Resolution Urging State Legislature and Governor to explore new revenue generating options including additional tax on highest earning Californians, 30. Support AB-3256 Economic Recovery and Climate Resiliency Bond, 31. Support AB-2501 COVID-19 Homeowner, Tenant, Consumer relief, 32. Support ACA 5 to place statewide ballot to repeal Proposition 209 (1996) and allow C=State of CA to pursue minority equal opportunity and access initiatives, ACTION: 33. Amend One-Way Car Share Program: Electric Mopeds, Fees Deposits, 34. Amend Berkeley Election Reform Act (public election financing), 35. Charter Amendment to change Mayor and Councilmembers to Fulltime Status, 36. Ballot Measure to Create Climate Action Fund, 37. Amend Berkeley’s Minimum Wage Ordinance, impacting youth training programs, 38. Charter Amendment Ballot Initiative to repeal residency requirement for sworn members Berkeley Fire Dept, 39. Contract CycloMedia for GIS Infrastructure Asset Data, 40. FY 2021 Mid-Biennial Budget Update Adoption, 41. FY 2021 Annual Appropriations $521,674,251 (gross), $452,409,230 (net), 42. Borrowing of Funds and the Sale and Issuance of FY 2020-21 Tax and Revenue Anticipation Notes, INFORMATION REPORTS: 43. Audit Report Wins National Recognition, 44. City Auditor FY 2021 Audit Plan
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Public Hearings Scheduled
0 Euclid 7/7/2020
1449 Grizzly Peak 7/7/2020
1533 Berkeley Place 7/14/2020
Use Permits and the Appeal End Date
1348-50 Euclid 6/30/2020
1380 Hearst 6/23/2020
977 Keeler 6/25/2020
1346 Ordway 6/30/2020
2023-25 Shattuck 6/30/2020
1635 Tacoma 6/30/2020
2338 Telegraph 6/30/2020
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSHOPS
July 21 – Crime report, Climate Action Plan/Resiliency Update
Sept 29 – Digital Strategic Plan/FUND$ Replacement Website Update, Zero Waste Priorities
Oct 20 – Update Berkeley’s 2020 Vision, BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Vision 2050
Ohlone History and Culture (Special meeting)
Presentation from StopWaste on SB 1383
Systems Realignment
June 13 - June 21, 2020
Worth Noting:
The City libraries are still closed, Book-drops are open check link for services and answers to common questions https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/coronavirus
Monday – Agenda Committee 2:30 pm includes major proposals for the June 30 Regular City Council meeting item 26 from Cheryl Davila (author) and Ben Bartlett Declaration of Racism as a Public Emergency with actions, 29. From Droste,(author) Robinson and Kesarwani to reorganize the boards and commissions under City Departments and dissolve and/or combine so final number is greatly reduced
Monday and Wednesday - Police Review Commission Use of Force Subcommittee 5:30 pm
Tuesday – City Council starts at 2:30 pm budget, 5 pm Closed session, 6 pm Regular Session. The items carried over from June 9 are listed as A. – E.
Thursday – City Council Budget Committee 10 am
Design Review Communication 7 pm from Steve Finacom provides the basis for thoughtful elements of design for livability. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/uploadedFiles/Planning_and_Development/Level_3_-_Commissions/Design_Review_Committee/2020-06-10_DRC_Finacom%20Memo.pdf
Saturday, June 13, 2020
March for Black Lives Matter, 11 am - 2 pm, meet at Rockridge BART Station, Plan: 11 am program led by Oakland leaders, 12 noon march to Sproul Plaza, followed by program led by Berkeley leaders
Town Hall from the Mayor at 12 noon, Watch live at jessearreguin.com or since there is no live interchange with the public watch anytime on the Mayor’s YouTube site https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgXaP2idglejM_r7Iv7my6w
Sunday, June 14, 2020
No City meetings or events found
Monday, June 15, 2020
Agenda and Rules Committee, 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87314106547
Teleconference: 669-900-9128, Meeting ID: 873 1410 6547
Agenda planning for June 30 Regular City Council meeting: CONSENT: 6. Reaffirm Investment Policies, 7. FY2021 Appropriations Limit $284,280,447, 8. Grant Agreement Amendment: Alameda County Coordinated Entry System (CES) Grant, 9. Mental Health Services Act Contract Amendment: Covenant House (YEAH), 10. Contract Amendments: Mental Health Services Act, Prevention and Early Intervention, 11. Contract Amendment with BOSS (Building Opportunities for Self-Sufficiency, 16. Support Congresswoman Barbara Lee’s legislation to establish a US Commission on Truth, Racial Healing and Transformation,
19. Support ACA 5 to place statewide ballot to repeal Proposition 209 (1996) and allow C=State of CA to pursue minority equal opportunity and access initiatives, ACTION: 20. Amend One-Way Car Share Program: Electric Mopeds, Fees Deposits, 21. Amend Berkeley Election Reform Act (public election financing), 21. FY 2021 Mid-Biennial Budget Update Adoption, 23. FY 2021 Annual Appropriations $521,674,251 (gross), $452,409,230 (net), 24. Borrowing of Funds and the Sale and Issuance of FY 2020-21 Tax and Revenue Anticipation Notes, 25. Resolution to Incorporate the Practice of 1 minute and 46 seconds of mindfulness into Council meetings to remember the loss of lives due to police violence, 26. Declare Racism as a Public Health Crisis, a Threat and Safety Issue in the City of Berkeley and commit to eliminate all socioeconomic barriers to health equity (see packet for description of measures and actions pages 117 - 136), 27. Ordinance: Public Right to Identify Officers, 28. Resolution: No Police Revolving Door, 29. Commission Reorganization for Post-Covid19 Budget Recovery (pages 151-164 in packet) 1. Reduce to 20 Commissions total (table created for weekly summary lists 42 boards, commissions and task forces) 2. Reorganize existing commissions within various departments to ensure no single department is responsible for more than 5 commissions, 3. Public Works oversees no more than 3 commissions, 4. Refer to City Manager
to agendize at next meeting to discuss commission in their purview, commission members should be notified and chairs should be invited to participate. Policy committee members are encouraged to consider renaming of some commissions to ensure all policy areas are addressed. (packet 258 pages)
Police Review Commission – Use of Force Policy Subcommittee, 5:30 pm,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81617389997
Teleconference: 669-900-6833, Meeting ID: 816 1738 9997
Agenda: Develop Use of Force Policy
Tuesday, June 16, 2020
Berkeley City Council https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Special Council Meeting 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85616992854
Teleconference: 669-900-9128, Meeting ID: 856 1699 2854
Agenda: 1. FY 2021 Proposed Budget Update Public Hearing #2, ACTION: 2. FY 2020 Mid-Year Budget Update, 3. Amendments to General Fund Reserve Policy
Council Closed Session 5 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88962338205
Teleconference: 669-900-9128, Meeting ID: 889 6233 8205
Agenda: Conference with labor negotiators Employee organizations Berkeley Fire fighters, Berkeley Police Association, Service Employees International Union, Local 1021
Special Council Meeting 5:45 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81458990553
Teleconference: 669-900-9128, Meeting ID: 814 5899 0553
Agenda: Resolution Reviewing and Ratifying the Proclamation of Emergency Due to Spread of Severe Acute Respiratory Illness Caused by Novel (New) Coronavirus (Covid-19)
Regular Council Meeting 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81458990553
Teleconference: 669-900-9128, Meeting ID: 814 5899 0553
Agenda: CONSENT: 4. Appointment Liam Garland as Director of Public works, 5. Urgency Ordinance Declaring Fiscal Emergency in Response to Pandemic, 6. Contract $11,906 total $107,154 with Paw Fund for Spay Neuter Services, 7. Assessments Berkeley Tourism Business Improvement District, 8. Temporary Appropriations $50million for FY 2021,
Items 9 – 19 FY Tax Rate (9. $0.0125/ sq ft of improvements for funding procurements of disaster fire equipment - Measure Q, 10. Neighborhood Branch Library Improvements - Measure FF Nov 2008, 11. T1, 12. Measures G,S & I, 13. Library services $0.2272/sq ft dwelling units, $0.3435/sq ft industrial, commercial, institutional, 14. Business Licenses Large Non-profits $0.6659/sq ft improvements, 15. Measure O, 16. Measure M, 17. Maintenance Parks, City Trees, Landscaping $0.17.93/sq ft improvements, 18. Measure E Emergency Services for Severely Disabled $0.01699/sq ft improvements, 19. Emergency Medical Services Paramedics $0.0397/sq ft improvements, 20. Contract $106,428 with Kings View for Mental Health Reporting Services, 21. Grant Application $500,000 for state Local Early Action Planning (LEAP), 22. Contract $210,000 for 1600 new recycling carts and $3,850,384 for 1yr extension, total $4,060,474 with Ecology Center, Inc. for curbside recycling, 23. Referral to FY21 Budget Process: Housing Retention Program - $1,000,000 and Basic Needs Fund - $250,000, 24. Referral to CM lessons learned regarding organizational response to COVID-19, 25. Support Collaboration between US and Cuba in fighting COVID-19, ACTION: 26. Re-establish North Shattuck Business District, 27. Levy and Collection of FY 2021 Street Lighting Assessments, 28. RPP 2900 Block Lorina, 3100 Block Deakin, 29. ZAB Appeal 2650 Telegraph, A. Changes to BMC and City Policies with Respect to Local Emergency Declarations and First Amendment Curfews, B. Community Survey Results and Direction for Possible Ballot Measures, C. Charter Amendment to change Mayor and Councilmembers to Fulltime Status, D. Ballot Measure to Create Climate Action Fund, E. Amend Berkeley’s Minimum Wage Ordinance, impacting youth training programs, 30. Charter Amendment Ballot Initiative to repeal residency requirement for sworn members Berkeley Fire Dept, 31. Contract CycloMedia for GIS Infrastructure Asset Data, INFORMATION REPORTS: 32. Refunding General Obligation Bonds, 33. 2nd Qtr Investment Report (ended Dec 31 2019), 34. 3rd Qtr Investment Report (ended March 31, 2020),
Wednesday, June 17 2020
Police Review Commission – Use of Force Policy Subcommittee, 5:30 pm,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Check for Agenda, materials, Videoconference and Teleconference after Monday meeting
Thursday, June 18, 2020
City Council Budget & Finance Committee, 10 am,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Budget___Finance.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83187601060
Teleconference: 669-900-9128, Meeting ID: 831 8760 1060
Agenda: 2. FY21 Budget Update, 3. Councilmember Budget Recommendations, 4. Homeless Services Report
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board, 7 – 11 pm
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Agenda, videoconference and telephone codes not posted yet, use link to check after Monday
Design Review Committee, 7 – 10 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/designreview/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/91775256852
Teleconference: 669-900-6833, Meeting ID: 917 7525 6852
Agenda:
2590 Bancroft – demolish existing 2-story commercial building and construct 8-story mixed use building with 87 dwelling units (includes 5 very low income), 4490 sq ft commercial space, 2767 sq ft open space, 40 long-term bicycle spaces, 0 vehicle parking spaces
1367 University – construct 9273 sq ft 4-story 40-unit Group Living Accommodation (GLA) operating as a single-room occupancy (SRO) residential hotel on a vacant parcel
3000 San Pablo – demolish 2-story commercial building and construct 6-story mixed use building with 78 dwelling units (includes 7 very low income), 1248 sq ft commercial space, 2320 sq ft open space, 52 long-term bicycle spaces and 43 vehicle spaces
Communications: S Finacom Memo to DRC Design Implications of Pandemics and other regional and national crises
2000 Dwight Way @ Milvia – Use Permit referral to merge six parcels into one, demolish six existing non-residential buildings and construct 6-story, 124 unit senior housing facility (27 senior congregate housing units at 2nd floor, 97 dwelling units at 3rd – 6th floors and 46 parking spaces.
Fair Campaign Practices Commission & Open Government Commission, 7 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/FCPC/
Teleconference: 1-213-279-1690, Access Code: 727864794
Agenda: 5. Changing start time to 6 pm for future meetings, 7. Approval of Public campaign financing certification applications, 8. Regulations defining a “minor violation” 10. Councilmember office budget relinquishments and grants to organizations.
Friday, June 19, 2020, Saturday - June 20, 2020 Sunday - June 21, 2020
No City meetings or events found yet
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Public Hearings Scheduled
2650 Telegraph 6/16/2020
0 Euclid 7/7/2020
1449 Grizzly Peak 7/7/2020
1533 Berkeley Place 7/14/2020
Use Permits and the Appeal End Date
1037 Creston 6/18/2020
1001 Dwight 6/16/2020
1348-50 Euclid 6/30/2020
1380 Hearst 6/23/2020
920 Heinz 6/16/2020
977 Keeler 6/25/2020
2139 Oregon 6/18/2020
1700 Seventh 6/16/2020
1500 Shattuck 6/16/2020
2129 Shattuck 6/16/2020
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSHOPS
June 23 –, HOLD – Special Meeting on City Budget
July 21 – Crime report, Climate Action Plan/Resiliency Update
Sept 29 – Digital Strategic Plan/FUND$ Replacement Website Update, Zero Waste Priorities
Oct 20 – Update Berkeley’s 2020 Vision, BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Vision 2050
Ohlone History and Culture (Special meeting)
Presentation from StopWaste on SB 1383
Systems Realighnment
Worth Noting:
The City libraries are still closed, Book-drops are open check link for services and answers to common questions https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/coronavirus
Monday – Agenda Committee 2:30 pm includes major proposals for the June 30 Regular City Council meeting item 26 from Cheryl Davila (author) and Ben Bartlett Declaration of Racism as a Public Emergency with actions, 29. From Droste,(author) Robinson and Kesarwani to reorganize the boards and commissions under City Departments and dissolve and/or combine so final number is greatly reduced
Monday and Wednesday - Police Review Commission Use of Force Subcommittee 5:30 pm
Tuesday – City Council starts at 2:30 pm budget, 5 pm Closed session, 6 pm Regular Session. The items carried over from June 9 are listed as A. – E.
Thursday – City Council Budget Committee 10 am
Design Review Communication 7 pm from Steve Finacom provides the basis for thoughtful elements of design for livability. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/uploadedFiles/Planning_and_Development/Level_3_-_Commissions/Design_Review_Committee/2020-06-10_DRC_Finacom%20Memo.pdf
Saturday, June 13, 2020
March for Black Lives Matter, 11 am - 2 pm, meet at Rockridge BART Station, Plan: 11 am program led by Oakland leaders, 12 noon march to Sproul Plaza, followed by program led by Berkeley leaders
Town Hall from the Mayor at 12 noon, Watch live at jessearreguin.com or since there is no live interchange with the public watch anytime on the Mayor’s YouTube site https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgXaP2idglejM_r7Iv7my6w
Sunday, June 14, 2020
No City meetings or events found
Monday, June 15, 2020
Agenda and Rules Committee, 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87314106547
Teleconference: 669-900-9128, Meeting ID: 873 1410 6547
Agenda planning for June 30 Regular City Council meeting: CONSENT: 6. Reaffirm Investment Policies, 7. FY2021 Appropriations Limit $284,280,447, 8. Grant Agreement Amendment: Alameda County Coordinated Entry System (CES) Grant, 9. Mental Health Services Act Contract Amendment: Covenant House (YEAH), 10. Contract Amendments: Mental Health Services Act, Prevention and Early Intervention, 11. Contract Amendment with BOSS (Building Opportunities for Self-Sufficiency, 16. Support Congresswoman Barbara Lee’s legislation to establish a US Commission on Truth, Racial Healing and Transformation,
19. Support ACA 5 to place statewide ballot to repeal Proposition 209 (1996) and allow C=State of CA to pursue minority equal opportunity and access initiatives, ACTION: 20. Amend One-Way Car Share Program: Electric Mopeds, Fees Deposits, 21. Amend Berkeley Election Reform Act (public election financing), 21. FY 2021 Mid-Biennial Budget Update Adoption, 23. FY 2021 Annual Appropriations $521,674,251 (gross), $452,409,230 (net), 24. Borrowing of Funds and the Sale and Issuance of FY 2020-21 Tax and Revenue Anticipation Notes, 25. Resolution to Incorporate the Practice of 1 minute and 46 seconds of mindfulness into Council meetings to remember the loss of lives due to police violence, 26. Declare Racism as a Public Health Crisis, a Threat and Safety Issue in the City of Berkeley and commit to eliminate all socioeconomic barriers to health equity (see packet for description of measures and actions pages 117 - 136), 27. Ordinance: Public Right to Identify Officers, 28. Resolution: No Police Revolving Door, 29. Commission Reorganization for Post-Covid19 Budget Recovery (pages 151-164 in packet) 1. Reduce to 20 Commissions total (table created for weekly summary lists 42 boards, commissions and task forces) 2. Reorganize existing commissions within various departments to ensure no single department is responsible for more than 5 commissions, 3. Public Works oversees no more than 3 commissions, 4. Refer to City Manager
to agendize at next meeting to discuss commission in their purview, commission members should be notified and chairs should be invited to participate. Policy committee members are encouraged to consider renaming of some commissions to ensure all policy areas are addressed. (packet 258 pages)
Police Review Commission – Use of Force Policy Subcommittee, 5:30 pm,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81617389997
Teleconference: 669-900-6833, Meeting ID: 816 1738 9997
Agenda: Develop Use of Force Policy
Tuesday, June 16, 2020
Berkeley City Council https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Special Council Meeting 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85616992854
Teleconference: 669-900-9128, Meeting ID: 856 1699 2854
Agenda: 1. FY 2021 Proposed Budget Update Public Hearing #2, ACTION: 2. FY 2020 Mid-Year Budget Update, 3. Amendments to General Fund Reserve Policy
Council Closed Session 5 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88962338205
Teleconference: 669-900-9128, Meeting ID: 889 6233 8205
Agenda: Conference with labor negotiators Employee organizations Berkeley Fire fighters, Berkeley Police Association, Service Employees International Union, Local 1021
Special Council Meeting 5:45 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81458990553
Teleconference: 669-900-9128, Meeting ID: 814 5899 0553
Agenda: Resolution Reviewing and Ratifying the Proclamation of Emergency Due to Spread of Severe Acute Respiratory Illness Caused by Novel (New) Coronavirus (Covid-19)
Regular Council Meeting 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81458990553
Teleconference: 669-900-9128, Meeting ID: 814 5899 0553
Agenda: CONSENT: 4. Appointment Liam Garland as Director of Public works, 5. Urgency Ordinance Declaring Fiscal Emergency in Response to Pandemic, 6. Contract $11,906 total $107,154 with Paw Fund for Spay Neuter Services, 7. Assessments Berkeley Tourism Business Improvement District, 8. Temporary Appropriations $50million for FY 2021,
Items 9 – 19 FY Tax Rate (9. $0.0125/ sq ft of improvements for funding procurements of disaster fire equipment - Measure Q, 10. Neighborhood Branch Library Improvements - Measure FF Nov 2008, 11. T1, 12. Measures G,S & I, 13. Library services $0.2272/sq ft dwelling units, $0.3435/sq ft industrial, commercial, institutional, 14. Business Licenses Large Non-profits $0.6659/sq ft improvements, 15. Measure O, 16. Measure M, 17. Maintenance Parks, City Trees, Landscaping $0.17.93/sq ft improvements, 18. Measure E Emergency Services for Severely Disabled $0.01699/sq ft improvements, 19. Emergency Medical Services Paramedics $0.0397/sq ft improvements, 20. Contract $106,428 with Kings View for Mental Health Reporting Services, 21. Grant Application $500,000 for state Local Early Action Planning (LEAP), 22. Contract $210,000 for 1600 new recycling carts and $3,850,384 for 1yr extension, total $4,060,474 with Ecology Center, Inc. for curbside recycling, 23. Referral to FY21 Budget Process: Housing Retention Program - $1,000,000 and Basic Needs Fund - $250,000, 24. Referral to CM lessons learned regarding organizational response to COVID-19, 25. Support Collaboration between US and Cuba in fighting COVID-19, ACTION: 26. Re-establish North Shattuck Business District, 27. Levy and Collection of FY 2021 Street Lighting Assessments, 28. RPP 2900 Block Lorina, 3100 Block Deakin, 29. ZAB Appeal 2650 Telegraph, A. Changes to BMC and City Policies with Respect to Local Emergency Declarations and First Amendment Curfews, B. Community Survey Results and Direction for Possible Ballot Measures, C. Charter Amendment to change Mayor and Councilmembers to Fulltime Status, D. Ballot Measure to Create Climate Action Fund, E. Amend Berkeley’s Minimum Wage Ordinance, impacting youth training programs, 30. Charter Amendment Ballot Initiative to repeal residency requirement for sworn members Berkeley Fire Dept, 31. Contract CycloMedia for GIS Infrastructure Asset Data, INFORMATION REPORTS: 32. Refunding General Obligation Bonds, 33. 2nd Qtr Investment Report (ended Dec 31 2019), 34. 3rd Qtr Investment Report (ended March 31, 2020),
Wednesday, June 17 2020
Police Review Commission – Use of Force Policy Subcommittee, 5:30 pm,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Check for Agenda, materials, Videoconference and Teleconference after Monday meeting
Thursday, June 18, 2020
City Council Budget & Finance Committee, 10 am,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Budget___Finance.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83187601060
Teleconference: 669-900-9128, Meeting ID: 831 8760 1060
Agenda: 2. FY21 Budget Update, 3. Councilmember Budget Recommendations, 4. Homeless Services Report
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board, 7 – 11 pm
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Agenda, videoconference and telephone codes not posted yet, use link to check after Monday
Design Review Committee, 7 – 10 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/designreview/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/91775256852
Teleconference: 669-900-6833, Meeting ID: 917 7525 6852
Agenda:
2590 Bancroft – demolish existing 2-story commercial building and construct 8-story mixed use building with 87 dwelling units (includes 5 very low income), 4490 sq ft commercial space, 2767 sq ft open space, 40 long-term bicycle spaces, 0 vehicle parking spaces
1367 University – construct 9273 sq ft 4-story 40-unit Group Living Accommodation (GLA) operating as a single-room occupancy (SRO) residential hotel on a vacant parcel
3000 San Pablo – demolish 2-story commercial building and construct 6-story mixed use building with 78 dwelling units (includes 7 very low income), 1248 sq ft commercial space, 2320 sq ft open space, 52 long-term bicycle spaces and 43 vehicle spaces
Communications: S Finacom Memo to DRC Design Implications of Pandemics and other regional and national crises
2000 Dwight Way @ Milvia – Use Permit referral to merge six parcels into one, demolish six existing non-residential buildings and construct 6-story, 124 unit senior housing facility (27 senior congregate housing units at 2nd floor, 97 dwelling units at 3rd – 6th floors and 46 parking spaces.
Fair Campaign Practices Commission & Open Government Commission, 7 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/FCPC/
Teleconference: 1-213-279-1690, Access Code: 727864794
Agenda: 5. Changing start time to 6 pm for future meetings, 7. Approval of Public campaign financing certification applications, 8. Regulations defining a “minor violation” 10. Councilmember office budget relinquishments and grants to organizations.
Friday, June 19, 2020, Saturday - June 20, 2020 Sunday - June 21, 2020
No City meetings or events found yet
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Public Hearings Scheduled
2650 Telegraph 6/16/2020
0 Euclid 7/7/2020
1449 Grizzly Peak 7/7/2020
1533 Berkeley Place 7/14/2020
Use Permits and the Appeal End Date
1037 Creston 6/18/2020
1001 Dwight 6/16/2020
1348-50 Euclid 6/30/2020
1380 Hearst 6/23/2020
920 Heinz 6/16/2020
977 Keeler 6/25/2020
2139 Oregon 6/18/2020
1700 Seventh 6/16/2020
1500 Shattuck 6/16/2020
2129 Shattuck 6/16/2020
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSHOPS
June 23 –, HOLD – Special Meeting on City Budget
July 21 – Crime report, Climate Action Plan/Resiliency Update
Sept 29 – Digital Strategic Plan/FUND$ Replacement Website Update, Zero Waste Priorities
Oct 20 – Update Berkeley’s 2020 Vision, BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Vision 2050
Ohlone History and Culture (Special meeting)
Presentation from StopWaste on SB 1383
Systems Realighnment
June 6 - June 14, 2020
Worth Noting:
The City of Berkeley has updated the Shelter-in-Place order increasing the requirement for facial coverings while reopening more services and business beginning June 8.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/covid19-health-orders/#health-order-2020-08
Remember the COVID-19 pandemic is not over and the incidence of new infections in California hit a new high of 3600 new cases recorded June 5 [source www.worldometers.info]
At the same time California records a new high of new infections the State has slipped to 28th in the nation in number of tests per million population 56,653 behind Georgia 58,990, Minnesota 57,156, Iowa 57,386, South Dakota 59,483. Rhode Island leads the nation with 161,172 tests per million population. [source www.worldometers.info]
Please wear facial coverings when out and if this country ever has enough N95 respirator masks please make the switch.
June 6 – June 14 – There are eight City Meetings, one town hall and the June 6 March to Bury Racism.
Monday - The first meeting of the Community Advisory Group on building housing at Ashby and North Berkeley BART stations.
Tuesday - City Council Budget 10 am, 4 pm, 6 pm
Wednesday – Homeless Panel of Experts and Police Review Commission
Thursday – Disaster and Fire Safety Commission and Zoning Adjustment Board
June 16 City Council agenda follows calendar of City meetings.
Saturday, June 6, 2020
Town Hall from the Mayor at 12 noon, Watch live at jessearreguin.com
Berkeley March to Bury Racism Funeral Procession, 3:30 - 5:30 pm, start at Malcolm X Elementary School 1731 Prince St – end at Civic Center approximately 1 mile, hosted by Ben Bartlett, Inga Bard, James Chang, Rigel Robinson,
https://www.facebook.com/events/1239422319756276
Sunday, June 7, 2020
No City meetings or events found
Monday, June 8, 2020
Ashby and North Berkeley BART Community Advisory Group (first meeting) 6 – 9 pm
Board members and information https://www.jessearreguin.com/bart/cag,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/bartplanning/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/95585860581
Teleconference: 669-900-6833, Meeting ID: 955 8586 0581
Tuesday, June 9, 2020
City Council Budget & Finance Committee, 10 am,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Budget___Finance.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02.zoom.us/j/85412353866
Teleconference: 669-900-9128, Meeting ID: 854 1235 3866
Special Council Meeting, 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/8904765600
Teleconference: 669-900-9128, Meeting ID: 890 4764 5600
Special Council Meeting – ZAB Appeal, 6:00 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2020/06_June/City_Council__06-09-2020_-_Special_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/8904765600
Teleconference: 669-900-9128, Meeting ID: 890 4764 5600
Agenda: 1. ZAB Appeal 1155-1173 Hearst Ave
Wednesday, May 10, 2020
Homeless Services Panel of Experts, 6 – 8 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=16852
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/99570526705?pwd=YkxPTDBwdjNBRFhrOVdBb3JjUjFCQT09
Teleconference: 669-900-6833, Meeting ID: 995 7052 6705 Password: 202527
One Tap mobile +16699006833,,99570526705# US (San Jose) 13462487799,,99570526705# US
No agenda posted https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Homeless_Services_Panel_of_Experts.aspx
Police Review Commission, 7 – 10 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83201402184
Teleconference: 669-900-6833, Meeting ID: 832 0140 2184
Thursday, June 11, 2020
Disaster and Fire Safety Commission, 7 – 9 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Disaster_and_Fire_Safety_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/97910573100
Teleconference: 669-900-9128, Meeting ID: 979 1057 3100
Zoning Adjustment Board, 7 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/97239456243
Teleconference: 669-900-6833, Meeting ID: 972 3945 6243
Friday, June 12, 2020
June 16 City Council Agenda - email comments to [email protected]
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2020/06_June/City_Council__06-16-2020_-_Regular_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81458990553
Teleconference: 669-900-9128, Meeting ID: 814 5899 0553
Agenda CONSENT: 1. 2nd reading Lease for 235 University – YOONACO.Inc dba Hana Japan term 5 yr, 2. 2nd reading agreement Doubletree Hotel, 3. Adopt temporary City Council rules of procedure. 4. Appointment Liam Garland as Director of Public works, 5. Urgency Ordinance Declaring Fiscal Emergency in Response to Pandemic, 6. Contract $11,906 total $107,154 with Paw Fund for Spay Neuter Services, 7. Assessments Berkeley Tourism Business Improvement District, 8. Temporary Appropriations $50million for FY 2021,
Items 9 – 19 FY Tax Rate (9. $0.0125/ sq ft of improvements for funding procurements of disaster fire equipment - Measure Q, 10. Neighborhood Branch Library Improvements - Measure FF Nov 2008, 11. T1, 12. Measures G,S & I, 13. Library services $0.2272/sq ft dwelling units, $0.3435/sq ft industrial, commercial, institutional, 14. Business Licenses Large Non-profits $0.6659/sq ft improvements, 15. Measure O, 16. Measure M, 17. Maintenance Parks, City Trees, Landscaping $0.17.93/sq ft improvements, 18. Measure E Emergency Services for Severely Disabled $0.01699/sq ft improvements, 19. Emergency Medical Services Paramedics $0.0397/sq ft improvements, 20. Contract $106,428 with Kings View for Mental Health Reporting Services, 21. Grant Application $500,000 for state Local Early Action Planning (LEAP), 22. Contract $210,000 for 1600 new recycling carts and $3,850,384 for 1yr extension, total $4,060,474 with Ecology Center, Inc. for curbside recycling, 23. Referral to FY21 Budget Process: Housing Retention Program - $1,000,000 and Basic Needs Fund - $250,000, 24. Referral to CM lessons learned regarding organizational response to COVID-19, 25. Support Collaboration between US and Cuba in fighting COVID-19, ACTION: 26. Re-establish North Shattuck Business District, 27. Levy and Collection of FY 2021 Street Lighting Assessments, 28. RPP 2900 Block Lorina, 3100 Block Deakin, 29. ZAB Appeal 2650 Telegraph, 30. Charter Amendment Ballot Initiative to repeal residency requirement for sworn members Berkeley Fire Dept, 31. Contract CycloMedia for GIS Infrastructure Asset Data, INFORMATION REPORTS: 32. Refunding General Obligation Bonds, 33. 2nd Qtr Investment Report (ended Dec 31 2019), 34. 3rd Qtr Investment Report (ended March 31, 2020),
_____________________
Public Hearings Scheduled
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
___________________
WORKSHOPS
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Worth Noting:
The City of Berkeley has updated the Shelter-in-Place order increasing the requirement for facial coverings while reopening more services and business beginning June 8.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/covid19-health-orders/#health-order-2020-08
Remember the COVID-19 pandemic is not over and the incidence of new infections in California hit a new high of 3600 new cases recorded June 5 [source www.worldometers.info]
At the same time California records a new high of new infections the State has slipped to 28th in the nation in number of tests per million population 56,653 behind Georgia 58,990, Minnesota 57,156, Iowa 57,386, South Dakota 59,483. Rhode Island leads the nation with 161,172 tests per million population. [source www.worldometers.info]
Please wear facial coverings when out and if this country ever has enough N95 respirator masks please make the switch.
June 6 – June 14 – There are eight City Meetings, one town hall and the June 6 March to Bury Racism.
Monday - The first meeting of the Community Advisory Group on building housing at Ashby and North Berkeley BART stations.
Tuesday - City Council Budget 10 am, 4 pm, 6 pm
Wednesday – Homeless Panel of Experts and Police Review Commission
Thursday – Disaster and Fire Safety Commission and Zoning Adjustment Board
June 16 City Council agenda follows calendar of City meetings.
Saturday, June 6, 2020
Town Hall from the Mayor at 12 noon, Watch live at jessearreguin.com
Berkeley March to Bury Racism Funeral Procession, 3:30 - 5:30 pm, start at Malcolm X Elementary School 1731 Prince St – end at Civic Center approximately 1 mile, hosted by Ben Bartlett, Inga Bard, James Chang, Rigel Robinson,
https://www.facebook.com/events/1239422319756276
Sunday, June 7, 2020
No City meetings or events found
Monday, June 8, 2020
Ashby and North Berkeley BART Community Advisory Group (first meeting) 6 – 9 pm
Board members and information https://www.jessearreguin.com/bart/cag,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/bartplanning/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/95585860581
Teleconference: 669-900-6833, Meeting ID: 955 8586 0581
- Agenda: 2. Project Overview and Context, 3. CAG members, 4. CAG “How We Work Together,” 5. Development Considerations and Existing Conditions, 6. Public Comment
Tuesday, June 9, 2020
City Council Budget & Finance Committee, 10 am,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Budget___Finance.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02.zoom.us/j/85412353866
Teleconference: 669-900-9128, Meeting ID: 854 1235 3866
- Agenda: 2. FY 2021 Budget Update, 3. Councilmember Budget Recommendations, 4. Homeless Services Report.
Special Council Meeting, 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/8904765600
Teleconference: 669-900-9128, Meeting ID: 890 4764 5600
- Agenda: 1. PUBLIC HEARING #2 FY 2021 Budget Update, ACTION: 2. FY 2020 Mid-year update, 3. Presentation and discussion community survey results for possible ballot measures, 4. Charter Amendment (11/3/2020 Ballot Measure) to change status of Mayor and Council to Fulltime with fulltime salaries, 5. Ballot Measure to Create Climate Action Fund, 6. Proposed Amendment to Minimum Wage ordinance to reinstate minimum wage exemption for youth job training setting wage at $14.50 (packet 304 pages)
Special Council Meeting – ZAB Appeal, 6:00 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2020/06_June/City_Council__06-09-2020_-_Special_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/8904765600
Teleconference: 669-900-9128, Meeting ID: 890 4764 5600
Agenda: 1. ZAB Appeal 1155-1173 Hearst Ave
Wednesday, May 10, 2020
Homeless Services Panel of Experts, 6 – 8 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=16852
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/99570526705?pwd=YkxPTDBwdjNBRFhrOVdBb3JjUjFCQT09
Teleconference: 669-900-6833, Meeting ID: 995 7052 6705 Password: 202527
One Tap mobile +16699006833,,99570526705# US (San Jose) 13462487799,,99570526705# US
No agenda posted https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Homeless_Services_Panel_of_Experts.aspx
Police Review Commission, 7 – 10 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83201402184
Teleconference: 669-900-6833, Meeting ID: 832 0140 2184
- Agenda: 7. Subcommittee Work a. Use of Force, b. Standard of Proof, c. Lexipol Policies, 11. Closed Session - Consider whether to close case #2469 due to failure to timely issue notice of allegations
Thursday, June 11, 2020
Disaster and Fire Safety Commission, 7 – 9 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Disaster_and_Fire_Safety_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/97910573100
Teleconference: 669-900-9128, Meeting ID: 979 1057 3100
- Agenda Action: 1. Recommendation to City Council on the Measure GG Tax Rate Adjustment
Zoning Adjustment Board, 7 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/97239456243
Teleconference: 669-900-6833, Meeting ID: 972 3945 6243
- 2023-25 Shattuck – demolish remaining structure following fire and construct 7-story 73’5” mixed-use building with 48 dwellings (including 4 dwellings available to very low income) no parking 34 bicycle spaces, on consent
- 1635 Tacoma – enlarge existing 1531 sq ft 3-story single family dwelling with 77 sq ft addition average height 22’9” with non-conforming setback, on consent
- 2338 Telegraph – Eliminate a residential Hotel Room to create common kitchen and modify another Room to provide a replacement room, on consent
- 1346 Ordway – Appeal Zoning Officer’s approval of Administrative Use Permit to legalize additions on 4,480 sq ft lot with existing 1-story 1152 sq ft single family dwelling, 9 ft wood fence with14 ft hedge, legalize 128 sq ft 12’2” tall habitable accessory building, legalize 9 ft tall 5’ x 21’ trellis located 3” from south property line, locate front yard off-street parking space by modifying AUP and Variance requirements, recommend approve
Friday, June 12, 2020
- No City meetings or events found
- Expect a Town Hall announcement from the Mayor at 12 noon, Watch live at jessearreguin.com
- No City meetings or events found
June 16 City Council Agenda - email comments to [email protected]
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2020/06_June/City_Council__06-16-2020_-_Regular_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81458990553
Teleconference: 669-900-9128, Meeting ID: 814 5899 0553
Agenda CONSENT: 1. 2nd reading Lease for 235 University – YOONACO.Inc dba Hana Japan term 5 yr, 2. 2nd reading agreement Doubletree Hotel, 3. Adopt temporary City Council rules of procedure. 4. Appointment Liam Garland as Director of Public works, 5. Urgency Ordinance Declaring Fiscal Emergency in Response to Pandemic, 6. Contract $11,906 total $107,154 with Paw Fund for Spay Neuter Services, 7. Assessments Berkeley Tourism Business Improvement District, 8. Temporary Appropriations $50million for FY 2021,
Items 9 – 19 FY Tax Rate (9. $0.0125/ sq ft of improvements for funding procurements of disaster fire equipment - Measure Q, 10. Neighborhood Branch Library Improvements - Measure FF Nov 2008, 11. T1, 12. Measures G,S & I, 13. Library services $0.2272/sq ft dwelling units, $0.3435/sq ft industrial, commercial, institutional, 14. Business Licenses Large Non-profits $0.6659/sq ft improvements, 15. Measure O, 16. Measure M, 17. Maintenance Parks, City Trees, Landscaping $0.17.93/sq ft improvements, 18. Measure E Emergency Services for Severely Disabled $0.01699/sq ft improvements, 19. Emergency Medical Services Paramedics $0.0397/sq ft improvements, 20. Contract $106,428 with Kings View for Mental Health Reporting Services, 21. Grant Application $500,000 for state Local Early Action Planning (LEAP), 22. Contract $210,000 for 1600 new recycling carts and $3,850,384 for 1yr extension, total $4,060,474 with Ecology Center, Inc. for curbside recycling, 23. Referral to FY21 Budget Process: Housing Retention Program - $1,000,000 and Basic Needs Fund - $250,000, 24. Referral to CM lessons learned regarding organizational response to COVID-19, 25. Support Collaboration between US and Cuba in fighting COVID-19, ACTION: 26. Re-establish North Shattuck Business District, 27. Levy and Collection of FY 2021 Street Lighting Assessments, 28. RPP 2900 Block Lorina, 3100 Block Deakin, 29. ZAB Appeal 2650 Telegraph, 30. Charter Amendment Ballot Initiative to repeal residency requirement for sworn members Berkeley Fire Dept, 31. Contract CycloMedia for GIS Infrastructure Asset Data, INFORMATION REPORTS: 32. Refunding General Obligation Bonds, 33. 2nd Qtr Investment Report (ended Dec 31 2019), 34. 3rd Qtr Investment Report (ended March 31, 2020),
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Public Hearings Scheduled
- 1155-73 Hearst 6/9/2020
- 2650 Telegraph 6/16/2020
- 0 Euclid 7/7/2020
- 1449 Grizzly Peak 7/7/2020
- 1533 Berkeley Place 7/14/2020
- 1037 Creston 6/18/2020
- 1001 Dwight 6/16/2020
- 1380 Hearst 6/23/2020
- 920 Heinz 6/16/2020
- 977 Keeler 6/25/2020
- 2139 Oregon 6/18/2020
- 1700 Seventh 6/16/2020
- 1500 Shattuck 6/16/2020
- 1549 Shattuck 6/9/2020
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSHOPS
- June 23 –, HOLD – Special Meeting on City Budget
- July 21 – Crime report, Climate Action Plan/Resiliency Update
- Sept 29 – Digital Strategic Plan/FUND$ Replacement Website Update, Zero Waste Priorities
- Oct 20 – Update Berkeley’s 2020 Vision, BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
- Cannabis Health Considerations
- Vision 2050
- Ohlone History and Culture (Special meeting)
- Presentation from StopWaste on SB 1383
May 31 - June 7, 2020
Worth Noting:
California has led the nation in new cases of COVID-19 for most of the last week. Today the total was 2,947 at GMT+0 (5pm PDT). Testing in California is increasing, but still sits at 25th in the nation when comparing test per million population. [source www.Worldometer.info]
Six scheduled meetings were found for the upcoming week. Key meetings:
Monday – The Agenda Committee meets at 2:30 pm to review and finalize the June 16 City Council agenda.
Tuesday – The City Council Regular meeting is at 6 pm with a number of important Action items including Budget updates, Ballot measure survey results and proposed ballot initiatives.
Thursday – The Budget committee meets at 10 am. The City Manager’s recommended budget for 2021 is expected to be available June 2, but check the website for updates during the week.
The Saturday noon Town Halls with the Mayor continue. Since questions need to be submitted in advance by 9 am on Saturday using this form and there is no live interchange with the public watch anytime on the Mayor’s YouTube site or watch as it is live streamed on jessearreguin.com. Video Updates from the Mayor on COVID-19 are on Mondays and Wednesdays and are posted on the Mayor’s YouTube page, the same site as the posted Town Halls. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgXaP2idglejM_r7Iv7my6w
Future
Berkeley City BART Community Advisory Board first meeting is June 8, 6 – 8 pm. Board members and information https://www.jessearreguin.com/bart/cag,
Web page for meetings and documents https://www.cityofberkeley.info/bartplanning/
Sunday, May 31, 2020
Tuesday, June 2, 2020
Wednesday, June 3, 2020
Thursday, June 4, 2020
Friday, June 5, 2020
Sunday, June 7, 2020
Public Hearings Scheduled
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSHOPS
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
This meeting list is also posted in the Berkeley Daily Planet under activist’s calendar http://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
Worth Noting:
California has led the nation in new cases of COVID-19 for most of the last week. Today the total was 2,947 at GMT+0 (5pm PDT). Testing in California is increasing, but still sits at 25th in the nation when comparing test per million population. [source www.Worldometer.info]
Six scheduled meetings were found for the upcoming week. Key meetings:
Monday – The Agenda Committee meets at 2:30 pm to review and finalize the June 16 City Council agenda.
Tuesday – The City Council Regular meeting is at 6 pm with a number of important Action items including Budget updates, Ballot measure survey results and proposed ballot initiatives.
Thursday – The Budget committee meets at 10 am. The City Manager’s recommended budget for 2021 is expected to be available June 2, but check the website for updates during the week.
The Saturday noon Town Halls with the Mayor continue. Since questions need to be submitted in advance by 9 am on Saturday using this form and there is no live interchange with the public watch anytime on the Mayor’s YouTube site or watch as it is live streamed on jessearreguin.com. Video Updates from the Mayor on COVID-19 are on Mondays and Wednesdays and are posted on the Mayor’s YouTube page, the same site as the posted Town Halls. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgXaP2idglejM_r7Iv7my6w
Future
Berkeley City BART Community Advisory Board first meeting is June 8, 6 – 8 pm. Board members and information https://www.jessearreguin.com/bart/cag,
Web page for meetings and documents https://www.cityofberkeley.info/bartplanning/
Sunday, May 31, 2020
- No City meetings or events found
- Agenda and Rules Committee, 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
- Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87587441743
- Teleconference: 669-900-9128, Meeting ID: 875 8744 1743
- Agenda planning for June 16 Regular City Council meeting, Proposed Agenda CONSENT: 2. Urgency Ordinance Declaring Fiscal Emergency in Response to Pandemic, 3. Contract $11,906 total $107,154 with Paw Fund for Spay Neuter Services, 4. Assessments Berkeley Tourism Business Improvement District, 5. Temporary Appropriations $50million for FY 2021, Items 6 – 16 FY Tax Rate (6. $0.0125/ sq ft of improvements for funding procurements of disaster fire equipment, 7. Neighborhood Branch Library Improvements Measure FF Nov 2008, 8. T1, 9. Measures G,S & I, 10. Library services $0.2272/sq ft dwelling units, $0.3435/sq ft industrial, commercial, institutional, 11. Business Licenses Large Non-profits $0.6659/sq ft improvements, 12. Measure O, 13. Measure M, 14. Maintenance Parks, City Trees, Landscaping $0.17.93/sq ft improvements, 15. Measure E Emergency Services for Severely Disabled $0.01699/sq ft improvements, 16. Emergency Medical Services Paramedics $0.0397/sq ft improvements, 17. Contract $106,428 with Kings View for Mental Health Reporting Services, 18. Grant Application $500,000 for state Local Early Action Planning (LEAP), 19. Contract $210,000 for 1600 new recycling carts and $3,850,384 for 1yr extension, total $4,060,474 with Ecology Center, Inc. for curbside recycling, ACTION: 20. Re-establish North Shattuck Business District, 21. Appeal 2650 Telegraph, 22. Levy and Collection of FY 2021 Street Lighting Assessments, 23/ RPP 2900 Block Lorina, 3100 Block Deakin, 24. Contract CycloMedia for GIS Infrastructure Asset Data, 25. Charter Amendment Ballot Initiative to repeal residency requirement for sworn members Berkeley Fire Dept, 26. Renaming Shattuck Ave “East”, 27.Referral FY 2021 Budget Housing Retention, 28. Referral to CM lessons learned regarding organizational response to COVID-19, 29. Support Collaboration between US and Cuba in fighting COVID-19, INFORMATION REPORTS: 30. Refunding General Obligation Bonds, 31. 2nd Qtr Investment Report (ended Dec 31 2019), 32. 3rd Qtr Investment Report (ended March 31, 2020), Referred Items for Review 8. Discussion Proposed Revisions to City Council Rules of Procedure, 9. Discussion Impact of COVID-19 on meetings, 10. UNFINISHED BUSINESS FOR SCHEDULING: Short-term Rental Ordinance, Kitchen Exhaust Fans, Navigable Cities Framework, Opt-Up Residential, Commercial and Municipal Accounts, Surveillance Technology Report, Public Right-of-Way Permits, (packet 158 pages)
Tuesday, June 2, 2020
- Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board – Eviction/Sec 8/Foreclosure Committee, 3pm http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
- Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83103933920
- Teleconference: 669-900-6833, Meeting ID: 831 0393 3920
- Agenda: 5. possible action regarding proposals by contract providers
- Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83103933920
- Berkeley City Council,
- Special Closed Session, 4 pm Conference with Legal Counsel existing litigation https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2020/06_June/City_Council__06-02-2020_-_Special_Closed_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
- Regular Council Meeting, 6:00 pm – 11:00 pm, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
- Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82518774480
- Teleconference: 669-900-9128, Meeting ID: 825 1877 4480
- AGENDA CONSENT: Contract add $37,046 total $249,653 with City of Albany for Animal Care Services FY 2021-2023, 2. Contract extend to 6/30/2021 & increase $20,400 total $121,600 with Koefran Industries to pick up and dispose of deceased animals for Berkeley Animal Care Services, 3. Ballot Measure Increasing City’s Appropriation Limit to Allow Expenditure of Tax Proceeds for FY 2021-2024, 4.add $127,947 total $303,527 (7/1/2016 – 6/30/2022) with Persimmony Electronic Case Management System for Software Licensing, Implementation and Maintenance for Online Electronic Case Management System 5. Contract $534,000 total $989,335 (7/1/2017 – 6/30/2025 with AMS.NET for Network Support and Maintenance, 6. Contracts June 15, 2020 – June 30, 2023 for on-call waterfront engineering, design, environmental permitting and construction for capital improvement projects, (1) Anchor QEA, LLC not to exceed $1 million, (2) COWI North America, In not to exceed $1 million, (3) Moffatt & Nichol not to exceed $1 million, (4) Transystems Co. not to exceed $1 million, 7. Reject all bids and negotiate in open market for Grove Park Field Renovation and Park Improvements Project, 8. Amend Capital Contribution Agreement with 200 Marina Blvd for Doubletree Hotel and assign to parent company Apollo Bright, LLC and change payment schedule to $3M due in June to $375,000 due in Oct 2020 and $2,675,000 due upon Council approval of Marina streets construction contract estimated Jan 2021, 9. Contract $1,011,006 includes $131,871 contingency with Alta Group, Inc for T1 Corp Yard Maintenance Building Upgrade at 1326 Allston and 201 University, 10. Contract $114,576 (7/1/2020-6/30/2023) with Urban Ore, Inc for Salvage Operations at City Transfer Station, 11. Berkeley Safe Open Air Dining, ACTION: A. Establish COVID-19 Business Damage Mitigation Fund, 12. FY 2021 Proposed Budget Update Public Hearing #2, B. FY 2020 Mid-Year Budget Update, 13. Presentation & Discussion Community Survey Results on possible Ballot measures, 14. Ballot Measure Charter Amendment to change Council and Mayor Status to full-time with FT salary, 15. Ballot Measure to Create a Climate Action Fund in response to Fossil Free Berkeley, 16. Contract extend by 1 year add $117,000 total $217,000 with Youth Spirit Artworks for Transition Age Youth Case management and Linkage Services and Tiny House Case Management, 17. Contract $782,715 15% contingency total $900,122 with ERA Construction for Strawberry Creek Park Play Area and Restroom Renovation Project, 18. Amend Berkeley’s Minimum Wage Ordinance to reinstate youth wages at $14.50/hr for youth training services for FY21, then increase annually per CPI, INFORMATION REPORTS: 20. Short Term Referral Process – Quarterly Update.
Wednesday, June 3, 2020
- Board of Library Trustees, 6:30 pm https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
- Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86042306505
- Teleconference: 669-900-9128, Meeting ID: 860 4230 6505
- Agenda CONSENT: II.B. Bibliotheca Contract add $97,044 total $1,419.963 and extend to June 30, 2023, ACTION: III.A. FY 2021 Tax Rate for Library Services $0.2272/sq ft dwelling units,
- Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86042306505
Thursday, June 4, 2020
- City Council Budget & Finance Committee, 10 am, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Budget___Fin
- Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82645200001
- Teleconference: 669-900-9128, Meeting ID: 826 4520 0001
- AGENDA: 2. FY 2021 Budget Update, 3. Budget Recommendations from City Manager, 4. Amendments to General Fund Reserve Policy, 5. Marina Update, 6. Homeless Services Report,
- Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82645200001
- Landmarks Preservation Commission, 7 – 11:30 pm https://www.cityofberkeley.info/landmarkspreservationcommission/
- Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/96983403971
- Teleconference: 669-900-96833, Meeting ID: 969 8340 3971
- 1120 Second Street - Structural Alteratio
- 41 San Diego Road – Structural Alteration Permit for John Hinkel Park
- 2300 Ellsworth - Landmark or Structure of Merit
- 2328 Channing – Landmark or Structure of Merit
- 1120 Second Street - Structural Alteratio
Friday, June 5, 2020
- No City meetings or events found
- Expect a Town Hall announcement from the Mayor at 12 noon, Watch live at jessearreguin.com
Sunday, June 7, 2020
- No City meetings or events found
Public Hearings Scheduled
- 1155-73 Hearst 6/9/2020
- 2650 Telegraph 6/16/2020
- 0 Euclid 7/7/2020
- 1449 Grizzly Peak 7/7/2020
- 1533 Berkeley Place 7/14/2020
- 1037 Creston 6/18/2020
- 1500 Shattuck 6/16/2020
- 1549 Shattuck 6/9/2020
- 1549 Shattuck 6/3/2020
- 2133 University (Acheson Commons – sign alteration) TBD
- 2224 Stuart 6/2/2020
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSHOPS
- June 23 –, HOLD – Special Meeting on City Budget
- July 21 – Crime report, Climate Action Plan/Resiliency Update
- Sept 29 – Digital Strategic Plan/FUND$ Replacement Website Update, Zero Waste Priorities
- Oct 20 – Update Berkeley’s 2020 Vision, BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
- Cannabis Health Considerations
- Vision 2050
- Ohlone History and Culture (Special meeting)
- Presentation from StopWaste on SB 1383
This meeting list is also posted in the Berkeley Daily Planet under activist’s calendar http://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
May 24 - May 31, 2020
Worth Noting and Responding with phone call or email:
There are six City meetings this coming week.
Tuesday
The Budget Committee, 10 am, is meeting weekly, but there seems to be a disconnect between the expressed concerns of the impact of Covid-19 and Council agendas and actions. The FY 2021 Budget agenda item was accompanied by page with “No Material Available for this Item.” The last update is from May 19.
The City Council 6 pm meeting contains some mind-boggling items and agenda order. Take a look at Consent items 18, 19, 20, 21, 23 and Action 27. Item 18. $6.1 million on recyclable materials – (recycling/reuse seems to be hitting an all time low with Covid-19 and there needs to be an honest discussion on “wish” cycling), items 19., 20., 21. total $10,193,714 in contracts to generate parking revenue through fees and fines, 23. On CycloMedia system produces high-resolution, 360 degree, 3-d panoramas of every street view it is deployed on (see explanatory letter following the weekly calendar) and item 27. The Emergency Ordinance to enhance tenant protections during the pandemic is placed as the very last item on a long agenda. Will the Council even get to tenant protections.
Thursday
The Zoning Adjustment Board, 7 pm, is meeting via Zoom for the first time after the March 16 Shelter in Place order.
The City Council Agenda for the June 2 meeting is available for comment (agenda follows daily calendar). There are several ballot proposals
The Saturday noon Town Halls with the Mayor continue. Since questions need to be submitted in advance by 9 am on Saturday using this form and there is no live interchange with the public watch anytime on the Mayor’s YouTube site or watch as it is live streamed on jessearreguin.com. Video Updates from the Mayor on COVID-19 are on Mondays and Wednesdays and are posted on the Mayor’s YouTube page, the same site as the posted Town Halls. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgXaP2idglejM_r7Iv7my6w
Sunday, May 24, 2020
Monday, May 25, 2020
Thursday, May 28, 2020
Friday, May 29, 2020
Saturday, May 30, 2020
Sunday, May 31, 2020
No City meetings or events found
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(ITEM 23 on June 26 City Council Agenda was rescheduled from May 12 where it was listed as ITEM 7. )
To:
The Honorable Mayor Jesse Arreguin,
Members of the Berkeley City Council - Rashi Kesarwani, Cheryl Davila, Ben Bartlett, Kate Harrison, Sophie Hahn, Susan Wengraf, Rigel Robinson, Lori Droste,
Berkeley City Manager, Dee Ridley-Brown,
Berkeley City Attorney, Farimah Brown,
David White.
Oakland Privacy is writing about Item 7 on the 5/12/20 Berkeley City Council Agenda, the CycloMedia contract, postponed for consideration at the next meeting. This technology falls under Berkeleys Surveillance Ordinance, and a use policy that is considered and approved by the Council as required by law, will be needed before the purchase is finalized and the equipment deployed.
Oakland Privacy is a citizen coalition that works regionally to defend the right to privacy, enhance public transparency, and increase oversight of law enforcement, particularly regarding the use of surveillance techniques and equipment. We were instrumental in the creation of the first standing municipal citizens privacy advisory commission in the City of Oakland. We have engaged in privacy enhancing legislative efforts with Berkeley and with several other Northern California cities and regional entities. As experts on municipal privacy reform, we have written use policies and impact reports for a variety of surveillance technologies, conducted research and investigations, and developed frameworks for the implementation of equipment with respect for civil rights, privacy protections and community control.
The CycloMedia system produces high-resolution, 360 degree, 3-d panoramas of every street view it is
deployed on. It is our understanding that Berkeley intends to deploy this system over many, if not all, Berkeley streets.
According to Berkeleys Surveillance Ordinance, surveillance technology is defined (in part) as
[any] tool... used to... collect... information specifically associated with, or capable of being associated with, any individual or group.
As well as identifying and geolocating signs, lampposts, streetlights and other City of Berkeley property, the raw data captured by the panoramas will include houses, cars and people. Post-processing of the data for public works purposes may blur or delete image components not needed for such purposes but the data collected by the equipment will be capable of being associated with an individual a property owner or resident, by street address on a house or geolocation, a vehicle owner by license plate, and a person by recognition of their physical characteristics.
A use policy defines the allowed uses for a technology and/or the data it creates and defines the prohibited uses. On its website CycloMedia talks about its technology being used for such things as enhancing tax assessment capability and public safety. It must be the Councils decision, after taking into account public input, what uses will be allowed and prohibited. As noted in the ordinance itself:
Decisions regarding whether and how Surveillance Technologies should be used should be governed by the City Council as the elected representatives of the City.
In addition, a reasoned use policy defines allowable data sharing and data retention. Neither prohibited uses nor these things are specified, or even alluded to, in the short writeup attached to the consent-calendar Agenda item that the Council was presented with on 5/12/20.
The intent of the surveillance ordinance passed by the Berkeley City Council unanimously in March of 2018 was
to have intended uses and purposes defined in a written policy that is approved by the City Council and noticed to the public.
The Citys stated purpose for using the Cyclomedia equipment for handling the citys public infrastructure assets is reasonable and does not seem to present significant surveillance concerns, so we would not anticipate significant community concerns once a use policy is presented to the Council. But we will insist that the City follow the straightforward process laid out in Berkeleys Surveillance Ordinance before acquiring and deploying this technology.
Respectfully,
Oakland Privacy
[email protected]
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City Council June 2, 2020 meeting agenda is available for comment.
Email comments to [email protected]
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82518774480
Teleconference: 669-900-9128, Meeting ID: 825 1877 4480
CONSENT: Contract add $37,046 total $249,653 with City of Albany for Animal Care Services FY 2021-2023, 2. Contract extend to 6/30/2021 & increase $20,400 total $121,600 with Koefran Industries to pick up and dispose of deceased animals for Berkeley Animal Care Services, 3. Ballot Measure Increasing City’s Appropriation Limit to Allow Expenditure of Tax Proceeds for FY 2021-2024, 4.add $127,947 total $303,527 (7/1/2016 – 6/30/2022) with Persimmony Electronic Case Management System for Software Licensing, Implementation and Maintenance for Online Electronic Case Management System 5. Contract $534,000 total $989,335 (7/1/2017 – 6/30/2025 with AMS.NET for Network Support and Maintenance, 6. Contracts June 15, 2020 – June 30, 2023 for on-call waterfront engineering, design, environmental permitting and construction for capital improvement projects, (1) Anchor QEA, LLC not to exceed $1 million, (2) COWI North America, In not to exceed $1 million, (3) Moffatt & Nichol not to exceed $1 million, (4) Transystems Co. not to exceed $1 million, 7. Reject all bids and negotiate in open market for Grove Park Field Renovation and Park Improvements Project, 8. Amend Capital Contribution Agreement with 200 Marina Blvd for Doubletree Hotel and assign to parent company Apollo Bright, LLC and change payment schedule to $3M due in June to $375,000 due in Oct 2020 and $2,675,000 due upon Council approval of Marina streets construction contract estimated Jan 2021, 9. Contract $1,011,006 includes $131,871 contingency with Alta Group, Inc for T1 Corp Yard Maintenance Building Upgrade at 1326 Allston and 201 University, 10. Contract $114,576 (7/1/2020-6/30/2023) with Urban Ore, Inc for Salvage Operations at City Transfer Station, 11. Berkeley Safe Open Air Dining, ACTION: 12. FY 2021 Proposed Budget Update Public Hearing #2, 13. Presentation & Discussion Community Survey Results on possible Ballot measures, 14. Ballot Measure Charter Amendment to change Council and Mayor Status to full-time with FT salary, 15. Ballot Measure to Create a Climate Action Fund in response to Fossil Free Berkeley, 16. Contract extend by 1 year add $117,000 total $217,000 with Youth Spirit Artworks for Transition Age Youth Case management and Linkage Services and Tiny House Case Management, 17. Contract $782,715 15% contingency total $900,122 with ERA Construction for Strawberry Creek Park Play Area and Restroom Renovation Project, 18. Amend Berkeley’s Minimum Wage Ordinance to reinstate youth wages at $14.50/hr for youth training services for FY21, then increase annually per CPI, INFORMATION REPORTS: 20. Short Term Referral Process – Quarterly Update.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
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Use Appeals
1155-73 Hearst (develop 2 parcels) - 6/9/2020
0 Euclid – Berryman Reservoir (denial of 4G telecom facility) - 7/7/2020
1449 Grizzly Peak Blvd (single family dwelling) – 7/7/2020
2650 Telegraph (construct new mixed-use building) – 7/7/2020 – possible change in date
1533 Beverly (single family dwelling) - 7/14/2020 2020
2133 University (Acheson Commons – sign alteration) TBD
Remanded to ZAB or LPC With 90-Day Deadline
1155-73 Hearst (develop 2 parcels) – referred back to City Council – to be scheduled
Notice of Decision (NOD) With End of Appeal Period
1711 Allston 5/28/2020
2417 Browning 5/28/2020
2945 College 5/26/2020
933 Creston 5/26/2020
2224 Stuart 6/2/2020
611 Vistamount 5/28/2020
(Link to review zoing applications in appeal period is broken and has been reported)
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSHOPS
June 23 – Special Meeting on City Budget
July 21 – Crime Report, Climate Action Plan/Resiliency Update,
Sept 29 – Digital Strategic Plan/FUND$ Replacement Website Update, Zero Waste Priorities
Oct 20 – Update Berkeley’s 2020 Vision, BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Vision 2050
Ohlone History and Culture (special meeting)
Presentation from StopWaste on SB1383
Systems Realignment
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Worth Noting and Responding with phone call or email:
There are six City meetings this coming week.
Tuesday
The Budget Committee, 10 am, is meeting weekly, but there seems to be a disconnect between the expressed concerns of the impact of Covid-19 and Council agendas and actions. The FY 2021 Budget agenda item was accompanied by page with “No Material Available for this Item.” The last update is from May 19.
The City Council 6 pm meeting contains some mind-boggling items and agenda order. Take a look at Consent items 18, 19, 20, 21, 23 and Action 27. Item 18. $6.1 million on recyclable materials – (recycling/reuse seems to be hitting an all time low with Covid-19 and there needs to be an honest discussion on “wish” cycling), items 19., 20., 21. total $10,193,714 in contracts to generate parking revenue through fees and fines, 23. On CycloMedia system produces high-resolution, 360 degree, 3-d panoramas of every street view it is deployed on (see explanatory letter following the weekly calendar) and item 27. The Emergency Ordinance to enhance tenant protections during the pandemic is placed as the very last item on a long agenda. Will the Council even get to tenant protections.
Thursday
The Zoning Adjustment Board, 7 pm, is meeting via Zoom for the first time after the March 16 Shelter in Place order.
The City Council Agenda for the June 2 meeting is available for comment (agenda follows daily calendar). There are several ballot proposals
The Saturday noon Town Halls with the Mayor continue. Since questions need to be submitted in advance by 9 am on Saturday using this form and there is no live interchange with the public watch anytime on the Mayor’s YouTube site or watch as it is live streamed on jessearreguin.com. Video Updates from the Mayor on COVID-19 are on Mondays and Wednesdays and are posted on the Mayor’s YouTube page, the same site as the posted Town Halls. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgXaP2idglejM_r7Iv7my6w
Sunday, May 24, 2020
- No City meetings or events found
Monday, May 25, 2020
- Memorial Day Holiday
- City Council Budget & Finance Committee, 10 am, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Budget___Finance.aspx
- Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84285620387
- Teleconference: 669-900-9128, Meeting ID: 842 8562 0387
- Agenda: 2. Fiscal Year 2021 Budget - no budget included in packet - there is a link to FY 2021 Budget Update on the home page from May 19 meeting , Unscheduled items not to be discussed at the meeting 3. Open West Campus Pool and MLK Jr Pool for shower during COVID-19 Pandemic, 4. Housing Trust Fund Reserves, 5. Homeless Services Report, 6. Review of Fiscal Policies, (packet 26 pages).
- Berkeley City Council, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
- Special Closed Session, 5 pm, Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/s/81197535688, Teleconference: 669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 811 9753 5688,
- Agenda: Filling Director of Public Works position
- Regular Meeting, 6:00 pm – 11:00 pm,
- Public Comments to be read by the Clerk during the meeting need to be emailed to [email protected] with the agenda item number.
- Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84645708594
- Teleconference: 669-900-9128, Meeting ID:846 4570 8594
- AGENDA: CONSENT: 1. FY 2020 Annual Appropriations Ordinance $47,770,093 (gross) and $42,815,104 (net), 2. 2nd reading Dorothy Day License Agreement for services at Veterans Memorial Building and Old City Hall, 4. Resolution designating City Manager as Authorized Agent for COVID-19 Relief Funds, 5. Resolution for FY 2021 to levy an annual assessment for the Downtown Berkeley Property Based Business Improvement District and 6. Levy Assessment Telegraph Property Based Business Improvement District, 7. Notice of Appropriations Limit for FY 2021, 8. Amend Contract add $603,874 total $960,874 and extend for 1 year with Berkeley Food & Housing for Berkeley Food and Housing Project, Berkeley Mental Health, Flexible Spending Programs and Russell Street Residence, 9. Contract $56,000 7/1/2020-6/30/2021 with Bay Area Community Resources for placement of AmeriCorps Members, 10. Resolution Accept Grant from Alameda Co of $32,080 for FY 2021 for Public Health Infrastructure Program, 11. Resolution Accept Alameda Co Grants for FY 2021, Foster Care $93,187, BHS and Berkeley Tech Academy $178,778, School Linked Health Services $193,175 and Tobacco Prevention $193,175, 12. Resolution Accept Grant from State of CA for FY 2021 for Tuberculosis Program $14,000, 13. Contract $436,000 6/1/2020 – 6/30/2023 with Software AG, Inc for software, maintenance and professional services for Data Integration Middleware Platform webMethods, 14. Amend Contract add $95,451 total $399,411 9/14/2016-6/30/2022 with Geographic Technologies Group for Geographic Information system (GIS) Master Plan, 15. Accept Cash Donation $74,266 for Tuolumne Camp Shade structure, 16. Lease 235 University with Hana Japan for 5 years, 17. Set Public Hearing for 6/16/2020 Street Lighting Assessments, 18. Amend Contract add $2,100,000 total $6,100,000 with Community Conservation Centers, Inc for Processing and Marketing Services of Recyclable Materials, 19. Amend Contract add $111,150 total $1,335,257 with SKIDATA for Parking Access and Revenue Control System Maintenance Services and Warranties, 20. Amend Contract add $1,513,540 total $7,033,457 thru 6/30/2022 with IPS Group for Parking Meter Operations to provide parking meters, replacement parts and support services, 21. Amend Contract add $175,000 total $1,825,000 with Portable Computer Systems dba PCS Mobile for Automated License Plate Reader Equipment, ACTION: 22. Electric Bike Franchise Agreement, 23. Contract $187,401 (5/15/2020 – 6/30/2022) with CycloMedia Technology for Geographic Information System Infrastructure Asset Data Acquisition, 24. a, FY 2021 Proposed Budget Update, b. 2020 mid-year Budget Update, 25. Establish COVID-19 Business Damage Mitigation Fund (related to vandalism of business closed due to pandemic), 26. Support Global Ceasefire during COVID-19 Pandemic, 27. Urgency Ordinance – COVID-19 Emergency Response Ordinance to Amend BMC13.110Title 13 to enhance emergency Tenant protections consistent with recently adopted County Laws, INFORMATION REPORTS: 28. FY 2019 4th Qtr Investment Report, 29. FY 2020 1st Qtr Investment Report ended 9/30/2019,
- Special Closed Session, 5 pm, Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/s/81197535688, Teleconference: 669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 811 9753 5688,
- Police Review Commission, 7 – 10 pm,.
- Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88540396983
- Teleconference: 669-900-9128, Meeting ID: 885 4039 6983
- Agenda: 5. Review 2019 Draft PRC Annual Report, 7. Closed Session - Consider whether to accept late-filed complaint #2469, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Climate Emergency Mobilization Task Force and Tiny Homes Solution Task Force, 5:30 – 7 pm, Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81269252337?pwd=aVhuVVIxY2xjQTJzaGxzS1AwL2tYdz09 Teleconference: 669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 812 6925 2337 PW 801003
Thursday, May 28, 2020
- Zoning Adjustment Board, 7 pm http://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
- Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/95844922726
- Teleconference: 669-900-9128, Meeting ID: 958 4492 2726
- 2139 Oregon – demolish 1-story single family dwelling and construct two detached 2-story single family dwellings (staff recommend approve)
- 1001 Dwight – allow non-conforming nursery with two 1-story buildings and 61 sq ft restroom to change to cannabis retail nursery microbusiness (on consent)
- 920 Heinz – add sale of distilled spirits at existing grocery that sells beer and wine (on consent)
- 1700 Seventh – eliminate single family dwelling and establish child care center (on consent)
- 2129 Shattuck – add service of distilled spirits incidental to food within a hotel (on consent)
- Fire Safety Forum, 7 pm, sponsored by Mayor Arreguin, Councilmembers Wengraf, Hahn and Droste
- Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/95042149128
- Teleconference: 669.900.9198 Meeting ID: 950 4214 9128
Friday, May 29, 2020
- Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board Special Meeting, 6 pm, No Agenda or virtual meeting login information provided – check website during week for update http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Saturday, May 30, 2020
- Expect a Town Hall announcement from the Mayor at 12 noon, Watch live at jessearreguin.com
Sunday, May 31, 2020
No City meetings or events found
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(ITEM 23 on June 26 City Council Agenda was rescheduled from May 12 where it was listed as ITEM 7. )
To:
The Honorable Mayor Jesse Arreguin,
Members of the Berkeley City Council - Rashi Kesarwani, Cheryl Davila, Ben Bartlett, Kate Harrison, Sophie Hahn, Susan Wengraf, Rigel Robinson, Lori Droste,
Berkeley City Manager, Dee Ridley-Brown,
Berkeley City Attorney, Farimah Brown,
David White.
Oakland Privacy is writing about Item 7 on the 5/12/20 Berkeley City Council Agenda, the CycloMedia contract, postponed for consideration at the next meeting. This technology falls under Berkeleys Surveillance Ordinance, and a use policy that is considered and approved by the Council as required by law, will be needed before the purchase is finalized and the equipment deployed.
Oakland Privacy is a citizen coalition that works regionally to defend the right to privacy, enhance public transparency, and increase oversight of law enforcement, particularly regarding the use of surveillance techniques and equipment. We were instrumental in the creation of the first standing municipal citizens privacy advisory commission in the City of Oakland. We have engaged in privacy enhancing legislative efforts with Berkeley and with several other Northern California cities and regional entities. As experts on municipal privacy reform, we have written use policies and impact reports for a variety of surveillance technologies, conducted research and investigations, and developed frameworks for the implementation of equipment with respect for civil rights, privacy protections and community control.
The CycloMedia system produces high-resolution, 360 degree, 3-d panoramas of every street view it is
deployed on. It is our understanding that Berkeley intends to deploy this system over many, if not all, Berkeley streets.
According to Berkeleys Surveillance Ordinance, surveillance technology is defined (in part) as
[any] tool... used to... collect... information specifically associated with, or capable of being associated with, any individual or group.
As well as identifying and geolocating signs, lampposts, streetlights and other City of Berkeley property, the raw data captured by the panoramas will include houses, cars and people. Post-processing of the data for public works purposes may blur or delete image components not needed for such purposes but the data collected by the equipment will be capable of being associated with an individual a property owner or resident, by street address on a house or geolocation, a vehicle owner by license plate, and a person by recognition of their physical characteristics.
A use policy defines the allowed uses for a technology and/or the data it creates and defines the prohibited uses. On its website CycloMedia talks about its technology being used for such things as enhancing tax assessment capability and public safety. It must be the Councils decision, after taking into account public input, what uses will be allowed and prohibited. As noted in the ordinance itself:
Decisions regarding whether and how Surveillance Technologies should be used should be governed by the City Council as the elected representatives of the City.
In addition, a reasoned use policy defines allowable data sharing and data retention. Neither prohibited uses nor these things are specified, or even alluded to, in the short writeup attached to the consent-calendar Agenda item that the Council was presented with on 5/12/20.
The intent of the surveillance ordinance passed by the Berkeley City Council unanimously in March of 2018 was
to have intended uses and purposes defined in a written policy that is approved by the City Council and noticed to the public.
The Citys stated purpose for using the Cyclomedia equipment for handling the citys public infrastructure assets is reasonable and does not seem to present significant surveillance concerns, so we would not anticipate significant community concerns once a use policy is presented to the Council. But we will insist that the City follow the straightforward process laid out in Berkeleys Surveillance Ordinance before acquiring and deploying this technology.
Respectfully,
Oakland Privacy
[email protected]
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City Council June 2, 2020 meeting agenda is available for comment.
Email comments to [email protected]
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82518774480
Teleconference: 669-900-9128, Meeting ID: 825 1877 4480
CONSENT: Contract add $37,046 total $249,653 with City of Albany for Animal Care Services FY 2021-2023, 2. Contract extend to 6/30/2021 & increase $20,400 total $121,600 with Koefran Industries to pick up and dispose of deceased animals for Berkeley Animal Care Services, 3. Ballot Measure Increasing City’s Appropriation Limit to Allow Expenditure of Tax Proceeds for FY 2021-2024, 4.add $127,947 total $303,527 (7/1/2016 – 6/30/2022) with Persimmony Electronic Case Management System for Software Licensing, Implementation and Maintenance for Online Electronic Case Management System 5. Contract $534,000 total $989,335 (7/1/2017 – 6/30/2025 with AMS.NET for Network Support and Maintenance, 6. Contracts June 15, 2020 – June 30, 2023 for on-call waterfront engineering, design, environmental permitting and construction for capital improvement projects, (1) Anchor QEA, LLC not to exceed $1 million, (2) COWI North America, In not to exceed $1 million, (3) Moffatt & Nichol not to exceed $1 million, (4) Transystems Co. not to exceed $1 million, 7. Reject all bids and negotiate in open market for Grove Park Field Renovation and Park Improvements Project, 8. Amend Capital Contribution Agreement with 200 Marina Blvd for Doubletree Hotel and assign to parent company Apollo Bright, LLC and change payment schedule to $3M due in June to $375,000 due in Oct 2020 and $2,675,000 due upon Council approval of Marina streets construction contract estimated Jan 2021, 9. Contract $1,011,006 includes $131,871 contingency with Alta Group, Inc for T1 Corp Yard Maintenance Building Upgrade at 1326 Allston and 201 University, 10. Contract $114,576 (7/1/2020-6/30/2023) with Urban Ore, Inc for Salvage Operations at City Transfer Station, 11. Berkeley Safe Open Air Dining, ACTION: 12. FY 2021 Proposed Budget Update Public Hearing #2, 13. Presentation & Discussion Community Survey Results on possible Ballot measures, 14. Ballot Measure Charter Amendment to change Council and Mayor Status to full-time with FT salary, 15. Ballot Measure to Create a Climate Action Fund in response to Fossil Free Berkeley, 16. Contract extend by 1 year add $117,000 total $217,000 with Youth Spirit Artworks for Transition Age Youth Case management and Linkage Services and Tiny House Case Management, 17. Contract $782,715 15% contingency total $900,122 with ERA Construction for Strawberry Creek Park Play Area and Restroom Renovation Project, 18. Amend Berkeley’s Minimum Wage Ordinance to reinstate youth wages at $14.50/hr for youth training services for FY21, then increase annually per CPI, INFORMATION REPORTS: 20. Short Term Referral Process – Quarterly Update.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
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Use Appeals
1155-73 Hearst (develop 2 parcels) - 6/9/2020
0 Euclid – Berryman Reservoir (denial of 4G telecom facility) - 7/7/2020
1449 Grizzly Peak Blvd (single family dwelling) – 7/7/2020
2650 Telegraph (construct new mixed-use building) – 7/7/2020 – possible change in date
1533 Beverly (single family dwelling) - 7/14/2020 2020
2133 University (Acheson Commons – sign alteration) TBD
Remanded to ZAB or LPC With 90-Day Deadline
1155-73 Hearst (develop 2 parcels) – referred back to City Council – to be scheduled
Notice of Decision (NOD) With End of Appeal Period
1711 Allston 5/28/2020
2417 Browning 5/28/2020
2945 College 5/26/2020
933 Creston 5/26/2020
2224 Stuart 6/2/2020
611 Vistamount 5/28/2020
(Link to review zoing applications in appeal period is broken and has been reported)
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSHOPS
June 23 – Special Meeting on City Budget
July 21 – Crime Report, Climate Action Plan/Resiliency Update,
Sept 29 – Digital Strategic Plan/FUND$ Replacement Website Update, Zero Waste Priorities
Oct 20 – Update Berkeley’s 2020 Vision, BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Vision 2050
Ohlone History and Culture (special meeting)
Presentation from StopWaste on SB1383
Systems Realignment
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May 17 - May 24, 2020
Worth Noting and Responding with phone call or email:
There are six public meetings this coming week with three on Tuesday and three on Thursday.
Tuesday - Budget Committee - While the State of California projects a 22.3% drop in revenue for the 2020-2021 year, a $54.3 billion deficit, a 27.2% drop in sales tax revenue, 18% unemployment for the budget year and a peak of 24.5% unemployment, a drop in personal income tax revenue of 22.5%, https://laist.com/latest/post/20200514/california-budget-revision-and-coronavirus-updates-may-14-2020 , a drop in revenue from hospitality industry of 50%, a reduction in new building permits by 21%, an increase in costs responding to COVID-19, and it is all layered over drought and wild fires. The City of Berkeley asked departments to look at deferrals/budget adjustments of 10%, 12% and 15%. For the present the Council Budget Committee meets weekly, but despite a projected City revenue loss of $25.5 million the City Council Agenda items still point to contract commitments and expenditures that paint a significant rosier picture than what was presented by the Governor on May 14.
Thursday - Design Review is meeting with preliminary review of three projects.
The City Council Agenda for the May 26 meeting is available for comment (agenda follows daily calendar) and contains some mind-boggling items and agenda order. Take a look at items 18, 19, 20, 21 and 27. Item 18. $6.1 million on recyclable materials, items 19., 20., 21. total $10,193,714 in contracts to generate parking revenue through fees and fines and item 27. The Emergency Ordinance to enhance tenant protections during the pandemic is placed as the very last item on a long agenda. Will the Council even get to tenant protections.
The Saturday noon Town Halls with the Mayor continue. Since questions need to be submitted in advance by 9 am on Saturday using this form and there is no live interchange with the public watch anytime on the Mayor’s YouTube site or watch as it is live streamed on jessearreguin.com. Video Updates from the Mayor on COVID-19 are on Mondays and Wednesdays and are posted on the Mayor’s YouTube page, the same site as the posted Town Halls. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgXaP2idglejM_r7Iv7my6w
Sunday, May 17, 2020
No City meetings or events found
Monday, May 18, 2020
Malcolm X Day – City Holiday
Tuesday, May 19, 2020
City Council Budget & Finance Committee, 10 am,
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81724364707
Teleconference: 669-900-9128, Meeting ID: 817 2436 4704
Agenda: 2. Fiscal Year 2021 Budget Update, 3. Budget Timeline Discussion, Unscheduled items 4. – 7. will not be discussed at this meeting 4. Open West Campus Pool and MLK Jr Pool for shower during COVID-19 Pandemic, 5. Housing Trust Fund Resources, 6. Homeless Services Report, 7. Review of Fiscal Policies, (packet 28 pages).
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Budget___Finance.aspx
Agenda and Rules Committee, 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm,
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81848404193
Teleconference: 669-900-9128, Meeting ID: 818 4840 4193
Agenda planning for June 2 City Council Meeting, Proposed Agenda: CONSENT: Contract add $37,046 total $249,653 with City of Albany for Animal Care Services FY 2021-2023, 2. Contract extend to 6/30/2021 & increase $20,400 total $121,600 with Koefran Industries to pick up and dispose of deceased animals for Berkeley Animal Care Services, 3. Contract add $127,947 total $303,527 (7/1/2016 – 6/30/2022) with Persimmony Electronic Case Management System for Software Licensing, Implementation and Maintenance for Online Electronic Case Management System 4. Contract $534,000 total $989,335 (7/1/2017 – 6/30/2025 with AMS.NET for Network Support and Maintenance, 6. Reject all bids and negotiate in open market for Grove Park Field Renovation and Park Improvements Project, 7. AmendCapital Contribution Agreement with 200 Marina Blvd for Doubletree Hotel and assign to parent company Apollo Bright, LLC and change payment schedule to $3M due in June to $375,000 due in Oct 2020 and $2,675,000 due upon Council approval of Marina streets construction contract estimated Jan 2021, 8. Contract $1,011,006 includes $131,871 contingency with Alta Group, Inc for T1 Corp Yard Maintenance Building Upgrade at 1326 Allston and 201 University, 9. Contract $143,220 (7/1/2020-6/30/2023) with Urban Ore, Inc for Salvage Operations at City Transfer Station ACTION: 10. FY 2021 Proposed Budget Update Public Hearing #2, 11. Contract extend by 1 year add $117,000 total $217,000 with Youth Spirit Artworks for Transition Age Youth Case anagement and Linkage Services and Tiny House Case Management, 12. Ballot Measure Charter Amendment to change Council and Mayor Status to full-time with FT salary, 13. Ballot Measure to Create a Climate Action Fund in response to Fossil Free Berkeley, 14., Contract $782,715 15% contingency total $900,122 with ERA Construction for Strawberry Creek Park Play Area and Restroom Renovation Project, 15. Discussion potential Ballot Measures, 16. Ballot Measure Charter Amendment to repeal residency requirement for Sworn Member Berkeley Fire Department, 17. Ballot Measure Increasing City’s Appropriation Limit to Allow Expenditure of Tax Proceeds for FY 2021-2024, 18. Amend Berkeley’s Minimum Wage Ordinance to reinstate youth wages at $14.50/hr for youth training services for FY21, then increase annually per CPI, 19. Berkeley Safe Open Air Dining, INFORMATION REPORTS: 20. Short Term Referral Process – Quarterly Update. Referred Items for Review: 8. Discussion of Potential Revisions to Rules of Procedure and Order during declared Emergency Potential deadlines for Urgency and Time Critical Items (page 62 in packet), 9. Discussion Budget Referrals, 10. Discussion Regarding Impact of COVID-19 on Meetings of Legislative Bodies, Unfinished Business for Scheduling: 1. Short Term Rental Ordinance, 2. Kitchen Exhaust Fans, 3. Navigable Citties Framework for People with Disabilities, 4. Opt-up Residential, Commercial and Municipal accounts, 5. Surveillance Technology Report. (packet 212 pages)
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
Berkeley City Council Special Meeting 6:00 pm – 11:00 pm,
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82159517663
Teleconference: 669-900-9128, Meeting ID: 821 5951 7663
Instead of commenting via zoom or telephone, comments during the meeting may be emailed to [email protected] to be read during the meeting
Agenda: 1. Adoption of an Ordinance Amending Berkeley Municipal Code (Installation of Video and Telecommunications Systems) and Revised Guidelines for Issuance of Public Right of Way Permits. 2. Updating Berkeley Telecom Ordinances and BMC Codes
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Wednesday, May 20, 2020
No City meetings found
Thursday, May 21, 2020
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board, 7 – 11 pm,
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83890618495?pwd=cXlZWmJWaGZLaGhmZXhhUU1SVFp0dz09
Teleconference: 669-900-6833, Meeting ID: 838 9061 8495
Agenda Action Items: 1. Possible Ballot Measure recommendation to Council Revisions to Rent Stabilization and Eviction for Good Cause Ordinance, 2. Budget FY 2019-2020, 3. Letter Alameda Co Supervisors to amend Countywide Temporary Moratorium on Residential evictions, 4. Letter to UC urging preservation rent-controlled units at 1921 Walnut or replace on 1 for 1 permanently affordable units, 5. Approve staff recommendations requests for waivers of late registration penalties,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Rent_Stabilization_Board/Home/Agenda__RSB_2020_May_21.aspx
Design Review Committee, 7 – 10 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/93856852865
Teleconference: 669-900-6833, Meeting ID 93856862865
2023 Shattuck - demolish remaining structure from fire and construct 73’5” mixed-use building with 48 dwellings (including 4 very low income) 1250 sq ft commercial space, no parking, storage for 34 bicycles, preliminary design review - majority recommendations
2099 MLK Jr Way @ Addison – demolish 1-story auto service and construct 69’ mixed-use building with 72 dwellings (including 5 to very low income) and 2448 sq ft ground floor retail, 12 parking spaces, storage for 38 bicycles in grade level garage, preliminary design review - majority recommendations
2795 San Pablo between Ward and Oregon – demolish 1-story single family residence and construct new 3-story, 4 unit residential building with 4 parking spaces, 470 sq ft open space, preliminary design review - majority recommendations
DRC June agenda SB 330 Projects - 1367 University and 3000 San Pablo – plans available
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/designreview/
Fair Campaign Practices Commission and Open Government Commission, 7 pm
Teleconference: 213.279.1690, access code: 567301053
Agenda: 6. Regulations “minor violation” for staff approval of public financing applications10. Lobbying registration and reporting process, 11. Councilmember office budget relinquishments and grants
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/FCPC/
Friday, May 22, 2020
No City meetings or events found
Saturday, May 23, 2020
Expect a Town Hall announcement from the Mayor at 12 noon, Watch live at jessearreguin.com
Sunday, May 24, 2020
No City meetings or events found
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City Council May 26 meeting agenda is available for comment.
Email comments to [email protected]
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84645708594
Teleconference: 669-900-9128, Meeting ID:846 4570 8594
CONSENT: 1. FY 2020 Annual Appropriations Ordinance$47,770,093 (gross) and $42,815,104 (net), 2. 2nd reading Dorothy Day License Agreement for services at Veterans Memorial Building and Old City Hall, 4. Resolution designating City Manager as Authorized Agent for COVID-19 Relief Funds, 5. Resolution for FY 2021 to levy an annual assessment for the Downtown Berkeley Property Based Business Improvement District and 6. Levy Assessment Telegraph Property Based Business Improvement District, 7. Notice of Appropriations Limit for FY 2021, 8. Amend Contract add $603,874 total $960,874 and extend for 1 year with Berkeley Food & Housing for Berkeley Food and Housing Project, Berkeley Mental Health, Flexible Spending Programs and Russell Street Residence, 9. Contract $56,000 7/1/2020-6/30/2021 with Bay Area Community Resources for placement of AmeriCorps Members, 10. Resolution Accept Grant from Alameda Co of $32,080 for FY 2021 for Public Health Infrastructure Program, 11. Resolution Accept Alameda Co Grants for FY 2021, Foster Care $93,187, BHS and Berkeley Tech Academy $178,778, School Linked Health Services $193,175 and Tobacco Prevention $193,175, 12. Resolution Accept Grant from State of CA for FY 2021 for Tuberculosis Program $14,000, 13. Contract $436,000 6/1/2020 – 6/30/2023 with Software AG, Inc for software, maintenance and professional services for Data Integration Middleware Platform webMethods, 14. Amend Contract add $95,451 total $399,411 9/14/2016-6/30/2022 with Geographic Technologies Group for Geographic Information system (GIS) Master Plan, 15. Accept Cash Donation $74,266 for Tuolumne Camp Shade structure, 16. Lease 235 University with Hana Japan for 5 years, 17. Set Public Hearing for 6/16/2020 Street Lighting Assessments, 18. Amend Contract add $2,100,000 total $6,100,000 with Community Conservation Centers, Inc for Processing and Marketing Services of Recyclable Materials, 19. Amend Contract add $111,150 total $1,335,257 with SKIDATA for Parking Access and Revenue Control System Maintenance Services and Warranties, 20. Amend Contract add $1,513,540 total $7,033,457 thru 6/30/2022 with IPS Group for Parking Meter Operations to provide parking meters, replacement parts and support services, 21. Amend Contract add $175,000 total $1,825,000 with Portable Computer Systems dba PCS Mobile for Automated License Plate Reader Equipment, ACTION: 22. Electric Bike Franchise Agreement, 23. Contract $187,401 (5/15/2020 – 6/30/2022) with CycloMedia Technology for Geographic Information System Infrastructure Asset Data Acquisition, 24. a, FY 2021 Proposed Budget Update, b. 2020 mid-year Budget Update, 25. Establish COVID-19 Business Damage Mitigation Fund (related to vandalism of business closed due to pandemic), 26. Support Global Ceasefire during COVID-19 Pandemic, 27. Urgency Ordinance – COVID-19 Emergency Response Ordinance to Amend BMC13.110Title 13 to enhance emergency Tenant protections consistent with recently adopted County Laws, INFORMATION REPORTS: 28. FY 2019 4th Qtr Investment Report, 29. FY 2020 1st Qtr Investment Report ended 9/30/2019,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
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Use Appeals
1155-73 Hearst (develop 2 parcels) - 6/9/2020
0 Euclid – Berryman Reservoir (denial of 4G telecom facility) - 7/7/2020
1449 Grizzly Peak Blvd (single family dwelling) – 7/7/2020
2650 Telegraph (construct new mixed-use building) – 7/7/2020
1533 Beverly (single family dwelling) - 7/14/2020 2020
2133 University (Acheson Commons – sign alteration) TBD
Remanded to ZAB or LPC With 90-Day Deadline
1155-73 Hearst (develop 2 parcels) – referred back to City Council – to be scheduled
Notice of Decision (NOD) With End of Appeal Period
1411 Allston 5/19/2020
1711 Allston 5/28/2020
1042 Ashby 5/19/2020
2417 Browning 5/28/2020
2945 College 5/26/2020
933 Creston 5/26/2020
2224 Stuart 6/2/2020
2252 Summer 5/21/2020
2539 Telegraph 5/21/2020
611 Vistamount 5/28/2020
2870 Webster 5/21/2020
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSHOPS
June 23 – Special Meeting on City Budget
July 21 – Crime Report, Climate Action Plan/Resiliency Update,
Sept 29 – Digital Strategic Plan/FUND$ Replacement Website Update, Zero Waste Priorities
Oct 20 – Update Berkeley’s 2020 Vision, BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Vision 2050
Ohlone History and Culture (special meeting)
Presentation from StopWaste on SB1383
Systems Realignment
Worth Noting and Responding with phone call or email:
There are six public meetings this coming week with three on Tuesday and three on Thursday.
Tuesday - Budget Committee - While the State of California projects a 22.3% drop in revenue for the 2020-2021 year, a $54.3 billion deficit, a 27.2% drop in sales tax revenue, 18% unemployment for the budget year and a peak of 24.5% unemployment, a drop in personal income tax revenue of 22.5%, https://laist.com/latest/post/20200514/california-budget-revision-and-coronavirus-updates-may-14-2020 , a drop in revenue from hospitality industry of 50%, a reduction in new building permits by 21%, an increase in costs responding to COVID-19, and it is all layered over drought and wild fires. The City of Berkeley asked departments to look at deferrals/budget adjustments of 10%, 12% and 15%. For the present the Council Budget Committee meets weekly, but despite a projected City revenue loss of $25.5 million the City Council Agenda items still point to contract commitments and expenditures that paint a significant rosier picture than what was presented by the Governor on May 14.
Thursday - Design Review is meeting with preliminary review of three projects.
The City Council Agenda for the May 26 meeting is available for comment (agenda follows daily calendar) and contains some mind-boggling items and agenda order. Take a look at items 18, 19, 20, 21 and 27. Item 18. $6.1 million on recyclable materials, items 19., 20., 21. total $10,193,714 in contracts to generate parking revenue through fees and fines and item 27. The Emergency Ordinance to enhance tenant protections during the pandemic is placed as the very last item on a long agenda. Will the Council even get to tenant protections.
The Saturday noon Town Halls with the Mayor continue. Since questions need to be submitted in advance by 9 am on Saturday using this form and there is no live interchange with the public watch anytime on the Mayor’s YouTube site or watch as it is live streamed on jessearreguin.com. Video Updates from the Mayor on COVID-19 are on Mondays and Wednesdays and are posted on the Mayor’s YouTube page, the same site as the posted Town Halls. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgXaP2idglejM_r7Iv7my6w
Sunday, May 17, 2020
No City meetings or events found
Monday, May 18, 2020
Malcolm X Day – City Holiday
Tuesday, May 19, 2020
City Council Budget & Finance Committee, 10 am,
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81724364707
Teleconference: 669-900-9128, Meeting ID: 817 2436 4704
Agenda: 2. Fiscal Year 2021 Budget Update, 3. Budget Timeline Discussion, Unscheduled items 4. – 7. will not be discussed at this meeting 4. Open West Campus Pool and MLK Jr Pool for shower during COVID-19 Pandemic, 5. Housing Trust Fund Resources, 6. Homeless Services Report, 7. Review of Fiscal Policies, (packet 28 pages).
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Budget___Finance.aspx
Agenda and Rules Committee, 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm,
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81848404193
Teleconference: 669-900-9128, Meeting ID: 818 4840 4193
Agenda planning for June 2 City Council Meeting, Proposed Agenda: CONSENT: Contract add $37,046 total $249,653 with City of Albany for Animal Care Services FY 2021-2023, 2. Contract extend to 6/30/2021 & increase $20,400 total $121,600 with Koefran Industries to pick up and dispose of deceased animals for Berkeley Animal Care Services, 3. Contract add $127,947 total $303,527 (7/1/2016 – 6/30/2022) with Persimmony Electronic Case Management System for Software Licensing, Implementation and Maintenance for Online Electronic Case Management System 4. Contract $534,000 total $989,335 (7/1/2017 – 6/30/2025 with AMS.NET for Network Support and Maintenance, 6. Reject all bids and negotiate in open market for Grove Park Field Renovation and Park Improvements Project, 7. AmendCapital Contribution Agreement with 200 Marina Blvd for Doubletree Hotel and assign to parent company Apollo Bright, LLC and change payment schedule to $3M due in June to $375,000 due in Oct 2020 and $2,675,000 due upon Council approval of Marina streets construction contract estimated Jan 2021, 8. Contract $1,011,006 includes $131,871 contingency with Alta Group, Inc for T1 Corp Yard Maintenance Building Upgrade at 1326 Allston and 201 University, 9. Contract $143,220 (7/1/2020-6/30/2023) with Urban Ore, Inc for Salvage Operations at City Transfer Station ACTION: 10. FY 2021 Proposed Budget Update Public Hearing #2, 11. Contract extend by 1 year add $117,000 total $217,000 with Youth Spirit Artworks for Transition Age Youth Case anagement and Linkage Services and Tiny House Case Management, 12. Ballot Measure Charter Amendment to change Council and Mayor Status to full-time with FT salary, 13. Ballot Measure to Create a Climate Action Fund in response to Fossil Free Berkeley, 14., Contract $782,715 15% contingency total $900,122 with ERA Construction for Strawberry Creek Park Play Area and Restroom Renovation Project, 15. Discussion potential Ballot Measures, 16. Ballot Measure Charter Amendment to repeal residency requirement for Sworn Member Berkeley Fire Department, 17. Ballot Measure Increasing City’s Appropriation Limit to Allow Expenditure of Tax Proceeds for FY 2021-2024, 18. Amend Berkeley’s Minimum Wage Ordinance to reinstate youth wages at $14.50/hr for youth training services for FY21, then increase annually per CPI, 19. Berkeley Safe Open Air Dining, INFORMATION REPORTS: 20. Short Term Referral Process – Quarterly Update. Referred Items for Review: 8. Discussion of Potential Revisions to Rules of Procedure and Order during declared Emergency Potential deadlines for Urgency and Time Critical Items (page 62 in packet), 9. Discussion Budget Referrals, 10. Discussion Regarding Impact of COVID-19 on Meetings of Legislative Bodies, Unfinished Business for Scheduling: 1. Short Term Rental Ordinance, 2. Kitchen Exhaust Fans, 3. Navigable Citties Framework for People with Disabilities, 4. Opt-up Residential, Commercial and Municipal accounts, 5. Surveillance Technology Report. (packet 212 pages)
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
Berkeley City Council Special Meeting 6:00 pm – 11:00 pm,
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82159517663
Teleconference: 669-900-9128, Meeting ID: 821 5951 7663
Instead of commenting via zoom or telephone, comments during the meeting may be emailed to [email protected] to be read during the meeting
Agenda: 1. Adoption of an Ordinance Amending Berkeley Municipal Code (Installation of Video and Telecommunications Systems) and Revised Guidelines for Issuance of Public Right of Way Permits. 2. Updating Berkeley Telecom Ordinances and BMC Codes
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Wednesday, May 20, 2020
No City meetings found
Thursday, May 21, 2020
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board, 7 – 11 pm,
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83890618495?pwd=cXlZWmJWaGZLaGhmZXhhUU1SVFp0dz09
Teleconference: 669-900-6833, Meeting ID: 838 9061 8495
Agenda Action Items: 1. Possible Ballot Measure recommendation to Council Revisions to Rent Stabilization and Eviction for Good Cause Ordinance, 2. Budget FY 2019-2020, 3. Letter Alameda Co Supervisors to amend Countywide Temporary Moratorium on Residential evictions, 4. Letter to UC urging preservation rent-controlled units at 1921 Walnut or replace on 1 for 1 permanently affordable units, 5. Approve staff recommendations requests for waivers of late registration penalties,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Rent_Stabilization_Board/Home/Agenda__RSB_2020_May_21.aspx
Design Review Committee, 7 – 10 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/93856852865
Teleconference: 669-900-6833, Meeting ID 93856862865
2023 Shattuck - demolish remaining structure from fire and construct 73’5” mixed-use building with 48 dwellings (including 4 very low income) 1250 sq ft commercial space, no parking, storage for 34 bicycles, preliminary design review - majority recommendations
2099 MLK Jr Way @ Addison – demolish 1-story auto service and construct 69’ mixed-use building with 72 dwellings (including 5 to very low income) and 2448 sq ft ground floor retail, 12 parking spaces, storage for 38 bicycles in grade level garage, preliminary design review - majority recommendations
2795 San Pablo between Ward and Oregon – demolish 1-story single family residence and construct new 3-story, 4 unit residential building with 4 parking spaces, 470 sq ft open space, preliminary design review - majority recommendations
DRC June agenda SB 330 Projects - 1367 University and 3000 San Pablo – plans available
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/designreview/
Fair Campaign Practices Commission and Open Government Commission, 7 pm
Teleconference: 213.279.1690, access code: 567301053
Agenda: 6. Regulations “minor violation” for staff approval of public financing applications10. Lobbying registration and reporting process, 11. Councilmember office budget relinquishments and grants
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/FCPC/
Friday, May 22, 2020
No City meetings or events found
Saturday, May 23, 2020
Expect a Town Hall announcement from the Mayor at 12 noon, Watch live at jessearreguin.com
Sunday, May 24, 2020
No City meetings or events found
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City Council May 26 meeting agenda is available for comment.
Email comments to [email protected]
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84645708594
Teleconference: 669-900-9128, Meeting ID:846 4570 8594
CONSENT: 1. FY 2020 Annual Appropriations Ordinance$47,770,093 (gross) and $42,815,104 (net), 2. 2nd reading Dorothy Day License Agreement for services at Veterans Memorial Building and Old City Hall, 4. Resolution designating City Manager as Authorized Agent for COVID-19 Relief Funds, 5. Resolution for FY 2021 to levy an annual assessment for the Downtown Berkeley Property Based Business Improvement District and 6. Levy Assessment Telegraph Property Based Business Improvement District, 7. Notice of Appropriations Limit for FY 2021, 8. Amend Contract add $603,874 total $960,874 and extend for 1 year with Berkeley Food & Housing for Berkeley Food and Housing Project, Berkeley Mental Health, Flexible Spending Programs and Russell Street Residence, 9. Contract $56,000 7/1/2020-6/30/2021 with Bay Area Community Resources for placement of AmeriCorps Members, 10. Resolution Accept Grant from Alameda Co of $32,080 for FY 2021 for Public Health Infrastructure Program, 11. Resolution Accept Alameda Co Grants for FY 2021, Foster Care $93,187, BHS and Berkeley Tech Academy $178,778, School Linked Health Services $193,175 and Tobacco Prevention $193,175, 12. Resolution Accept Grant from State of CA for FY 2021 for Tuberculosis Program $14,000, 13. Contract $436,000 6/1/2020 – 6/30/2023 with Software AG, Inc for software, maintenance and professional services for Data Integration Middleware Platform webMethods, 14. Amend Contract add $95,451 total $399,411 9/14/2016-6/30/2022 with Geographic Technologies Group for Geographic Information system (GIS) Master Plan, 15. Accept Cash Donation $74,266 for Tuolumne Camp Shade structure, 16. Lease 235 University with Hana Japan for 5 years, 17. Set Public Hearing for 6/16/2020 Street Lighting Assessments, 18. Amend Contract add $2,100,000 total $6,100,000 with Community Conservation Centers, Inc for Processing and Marketing Services of Recyclable Materials, 19. Amend Contract add $111,150 total $1,335,257 with SKIDATA for Parking Access and Revenue Control System Maintenance Services and Warranties, 20. Amend Contract add $1,513,540 total $7,033,457 thru 6/30/2022 with IPS Group for Parking Meter Operations to provide parking meters, replacement parts and support services, 21. Amend Contract add $175,000 total $1,825,000 with Portable Computer Systems dba PCS Mobile for Automated License Plate Reader Equipment, ACTION: 22. Electric Bike Franchise Agreement, 23. Contract $187,401 (5/15/2020 – 6/30/2022) with CycloMedia Technology for Geographic Information System Infrastructure Asset Data Acquisition, 24. a, FY 2021 Proposed Budget Update, b. 2020 mid-year Budget Update, 25. Establish COVID-19 Business Damage Mitigation Fund (related to vandalism of business closed due to pandemic), 26. Support Global Ceasefire during COVID-19 Pandemic, 27. Urgency Ordinance – COVID-19 Emergency Response Ordinance to Amend BMC13.110Title 13 to enhance emergency Tenant protections consistent with recently adopted County Laws, INFORMATION REPORTS: 28. FY 2019 4th Qtr Investment Report, 29. FY 2020 1st Qtr Investment Report ended 9/30/2019,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
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Use Appeals
1155-73 Hearst (develop 2 parcels) - 6/9/2020
0 Euclid – Berryman Reservoir (denial of 4G telecom facility) - 7/7/2020
1449 Grizzly Peak Blvd (single family dwelling) – 7/7/2020
2650 Telegraph (construct new mixed-use building) – 7/7/2020
1533 Beverly (single family dwelling) - 7/14/2020 2020
2133 University (Acheson Commons – sign alteration) TBD
Remanded to ZAB or LPC With 90-Day Deadline
1155-73 Hearst (develop 2 parcels) – referred back to City Council – to be scheduled
Notice of Decision (NOD) With End of Appeal Period
1411 Allston 5/19/2020
1711 Allston 5/28/2020
1042 Ashby 5/19/2020
2417 Browning 5/28/2020
2945 College 5/26/2020
933 Creston 5/26/2020
2224 Stuart 6/2/2020
2252 Summer 5/21/2020
2539 Telegraph 5/21/2020
611 Vistamount 5/28/2020
2870 Webster 5/21/2020
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSHOPS
June 23 – Special Meeting on City Budget
July 21 – Crime Report, Climate Action Plan/Resiliency Update,
Sept 29 – Digital Strategic Plan/FUND$ Replacement Website Update, Zero Waste Priorities
Oct 20 – Update Berkeley’s 2020 Vision, BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Vision 2050
Ohlone History and Culture (special meeting)
Presentation from StopWaste on SB1383
Systems Realignment
May 10 - May 17, 2020
Worth Noting:
There are five public meetings this coming week. The agendas are just too long to list everything, use the provided links in the by day posts to read the full agendas.
Monday: 2 pm is the Agenda and Rules Committee and the proposed agenda for May 26. The list of consent items contains the usual list of new contracts and amendments to existing contracts and several are worth attention. Item 16 adds $2.1 million total $6.1 million on recycling. Items 17, 18, and 19 relate to Parking for a total of $10,193,704. A mind-boggling amount to generate parking tickets even with some contracts over more than 1 year. The license plate reader contract which was controversial to begin with is amended to add $175,000 total $1,825,000. The General Fund Revenues lists the usual income from Parking Fines as around $6.2 million/year with an anticipated drop of about 40% for 2020.
Also, critical to tenant security in the proposed agenda is item 24 the Urgency Item to protect tenants from evictions during the pandemic and for 90 days after the pandemic emergency is declared over.
Tuesday: 6 pm is the City Council Regular Meeting. Item 24 is the proposed mid-year budget update. The vote on the budget will be in June.
The Saturday noon Town Halls with the Mayor continue. Since questions need to be submitted in advance by 9 am on Saturday using this form and there is no live interchange with the public watch anytime on the Mayor’s YouTube site or watch as it is live streamed on jessearreguin.com. Video Updates from the Mayor on COVID-19 are on Mondays and Wednesdays and are posted on the Mayor’s YouTube page, the same site as the posted Town Halls. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgXaP2idglejM_r7Iv7my6w
Sunday, May 10, 2020
Use Appeals
1533 Beverly (single family dwelling) - July 14, 2020
0 Euclid – Berryman Reservoir - June 9, 2020
Remanded to ZAB or LPC With 90-Day Deadline
1155-73 Hearst (develop 2 parcels) – referred back to City Council – to be scheduled
Notice of Decision (NOD) With End of Appeal Period
1411 Allston 5/19/2020
1711 Allston 5/28/2020
1042 Ashby 5/19/2020
2417 Browning 5/28/2020
2945 College 5/26/2020
933 Creston 5/26/2020
1500 Fifth Street 5/14/2020
2417 Grant 5/12/2020
2246 San Pablo 5/14/2020
1224 Sixth 5/14/2020
2252 Summer 5/21/2020
2539 Telegraph 5/21/2020
611 Vistamount 5/28/2020
2870 Webster 5/21/2020
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
LPC NOD 2043 Lincoln – 5/12/2020
LPC NOD 2133 University – 5/12/2020
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSHOPS
June 23 – Special Meeting on City Budget
July 21 – Crime Report, Climate Action Plan/Resiliency Update,
Sept 29 – Digital Strategic Plan/FUND$ Replacement Website Update, Zero Waste Priorities
Oct 20 – Update Berkeley’s 2020 Vision, BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Vision 2050
Ohlone History and Culture (special meeting)
Presentation from StopWaste on SB1383
Systems Realignment
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This meeting list is also posted in the Berkeley Daily Planet under activist’s calendar http://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
Worth Noting:
There are five public meetings this coming week. The agendas are just too long to list everything, use the provided links in the by day posts to read the full agendas.
Monday: 2 pm is the Agenda and Rules Committee and the proposed agenda for May 26. The list of consent items contains the usual list of new contracts and amendments to existing contracts and several are worth attention. Item 16 adds $2.1 million total $6.1 million on recycling. Items 17, 18, and 19 relate to Parking for a total of $10,193,704. A mind-boggling amount to generate parking tickets even with some contracts over more than 1 year. The license plate reader contract which was controversial to begin with is amended to add $175,000 total $1,825,000. The General Fund Revenues lists the usual income from Parking Fines as around $6.2 million/year with an anticipated drop of about 40% for 2020.
Also, critical to tenant security in the proposed agenda is item 24 the Urgency Item to protect tenants from evictions during the pandemic and for 90 days after the pandemic emergency is declared over.
Tuesday: 6 pm is the City Council Regular Meeting. Item 24 is the proposed mid-year budget update. The vote on the budget will be in June.
The Saturday noon Town Halls with the Mayor continue. Since questions need to be submitted in advance by 9 am on Saturday using this form and there is no live interchange with the public watch anytime on the Mayor’s YouTube site or watch as it is live streamed on jessearreguin.com. Video Updates from the Mayor on COVID-19 are on Mondays and Wednesdays and are posted on the Mayor’s YouTube page, the same site as the posted Town Halls. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgXaP2idglejM_r7Iv7my6w
Sunday, May 10, 2020
- No City meetings or events found
- City Council Budget & Finance Committee, 10 am, Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85761580384 Teleconference: 669-900-9128, Meeting ID: 857 61580384, Agenda: 2. Auditor Recommendation to Determine Purpose, Time Frame, and Amount before Using Reserves, 3. Budget Timeline, 4. Center Street Parking Revenue Bonds, 5. Fiscal Year 2021 Budget Update, 6. Open West Campus Pool and MLK Jr. Pool (King Pool) for community shower program, 7. Housing Trust Fund Resources – Balance 3/3/2020 $6,704,128, 8. Homeless Services Report, 9. Review of Council’s Fiscal Policies. (Agenda packet 60 pages) https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Budget___Finance.aspx
- Agenda and Rules Committee, 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm, Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89665366733 Teleconference: 669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 896 6536 6733, 6. Amend Contract add $603,874 and extend for 1 year total $960,874 with Berkeley Food & Housing for Berkeley Food and Housing Project, Berkeley Mental Health, Flexible Spending Programs and Russell Street Residence, 11. Contract $436,000 6/1/2020 – 6/30/2023 with Software AG, Inc for software, maintenance and professional services for Data Integration Middleware Platform webMethods, 12. Amend Contract add $95,451 total $399,411 9/14/2016-6/30/2022 with Geographic Technologies Group for Geographic Information system (GIS) Master Plan, 14. Lease 235 University with Hana Japan for 5 years, 16. Amend Contract add $2,100,000 total $6,100,000 with Community Conservation Centers, Inc for Processing and Marketing Services of Recyclable Materials, 17. Amend Contract add $111,150 total $1,335,257 with SKIDATA for Parking Access and Revenue Control System Maintenance Services and Warranties, 18. Amend Contract add $1,513,540 total $7,033,457 thru 6/30/2022 with IPS Group for Parking Meter Operations to provide parking meters, replacement parts and support services, 19. Amend Contract add $175,000 total $1,825,000 with Portable Computer Systems dba PCS Mobile for Automated License Plate Reader Equipment, ACTION: 20. Electric Bike Franchise Agreement, 21. Public Hearing #2 FY 2021 Proposed Budget Update, 22. Establish COVID-19 Business Damage Mitigation Fund (related to vandalism of business closed due to pandemic), 23. Support Global Ceasefire during COVID-19 Pandemic, 24. Urgency Ordinance – COVID-19 Emergency Response Ordinance to Amend BMC13.110Title 13 to enhance emergency Tenant protections consistent with recently adopted County Laws, (Packet 207 pages) https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
- Berkeley City Council, Videoconference https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85809429003 or Teleconference 669-900-9128 meeting ID 858 0942 9003,
- Special Closed Session, 4 pm, Agenda: Conference with Labor Negotiators,
- Regular Session, 6 pm, CONSENT: 2. A=FY 2020 Annual Appropriations $47,602,843 (gross) $42,647,016 (net), 3. Formal Bid and RFP various funds $729,806, 46. Dorothy Day House License Agreements – Veterans Memorial Building and Old City Hall, 7. Contract $187,401 with CycloMedia Technology, Inc. for Geographic Information System Infrastructure Asset Data Acquisition, 8. Contract $727,821 with Integration Partners for Avaya Upgrade, Support and Maintenance, July 1, 2020 – June 30, 2024, 10.Amend and extend contract to June 30, 2023 add $31,500 total $81,167 with 3T Equipment Co, Inc, for Maintenance of Pipeline Observation System Management (POSM) Software, 11. Contract $900,122 (includes 15% contingency $117,407) with ERA Construction, Inc. for Strawberry Creek Park Play Area and Restroom Renovation Project, 12. Contract $1,969,056 (includes 10% contingency $179,005) with Suarez and Munoz Construction, Inc. for San Pablo Park Playground and Tennis Court Renovation Project, 13. Contract $200,000 term 5 years with BMI Imaging for Data Conversion Services for Berkeley Police Dept. Systems, 14. Contract $4,598,942 (includes 15% contingency) with Bay Cities Paving & Grading, Inc. for Measure T1 Street Improvements & Green Infrastructure, 15. Amend and extend contract to Dec 31, 2022 add $200,000 total $1,200,000 with AECOM USA, Inc for On-Call Traffic Engineering Services for Design and Construction for Ashby-San Pablo Intersection Improvements Project, 16. Amend contract add $338,000 total $862,900 with SCS Engineers and SCS Field Services for Cesar Chavez (Park) Landfill Post-Closure Maintenance and Monitoring, ACTION: 23. Public Hearing Mental Health Clinic Charges, 24. a. FY 2021 Proposed Budget Update, b. FY 2020 Mid-year Budget Update, 25. Surveillance Technology and Acquisition Report and Surveillance Use Policy for Automatic License Plate Readers. (Follows proposed agenda review) Discussion and Direction Regarding Impact of COVID-19, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
- Police Review Commission, 7 – 10 pm, Videoconference https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84784915028 or Teleconference 669-900-9128 meeting ID 847 8491 5028, Agenda: 3. PRC Officer’s Report, Closed Session Consider whether to accept two late filed complaints 4. Complaint #2469, 5. Complaint #2470. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- No City meetings or events found
- Expect a Town Hall announcement from the Mayor, no announcements yet,
- No City meetings or events found
Use Appeals
1533 Beverly (single family dwelling) - July 14, 2020
0 Euclid – Berryman Reservoir - June 9, 2020
Remanded to ZAB or LPC With 90-Day Deadline
1155-73 Hearst (develop 2 parcels) – referred back to City Council – to be scheduled
Notice of Decision (NOD) With End of Appeal Period
1411 Allston 5/19/2020
1711 Allston 5/28/2020
1042 Ashby 5/19/2020
2417 Browning 5/28/2020
2945 College 5/26/2020
933 Creston 5/26/2020
1500 Fifth Street 5/14/2020
2417 Grant 5/12/2020
2246 San Pablo 5/14/2020
1224 Sixth 5/14/2020
2252 Summer 5/21/2020
2539 Telegraph 5/21/2020
611 Vistamount 5/28/2020
2870 Webster 5/21/2020
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
LPC NOD 2043 Lincoln – 5/12/2020
LPC NOD 2133 University – 5/12/2020
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSHOPS
June 23 – Special Meeting on City Budget
July 21 – Crime Report, Climate Action Plan/Resiliency Update,
Sept 29 – Digital Strategic Plan/FUND$ Replacement Website Update, Zero Waste Priorities
Oct 20 – Update Berkeley’s 2020 Vision, BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Vision 2050
Ohlone History and Culture (special meeting)
Presentation from StopWaste on SB1383
Systems Realignment
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This meeting list is also posted in the Berkeley Daily Planet under activist’s calendar http://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
May 3 - May 10, 2020
Worth Noting:
There is no City Council meeting in the coming week, however, the City Council Budget & Finance Committee will be meeting Monday and plan to meet weekly to assess the projected changes in City revenue due to the Covid-19 pandemic. Currently the projected drop in City revenue due to the pandemic is $25,500,000 (12.6%).
The May 12 City Council meeting agenda is available for review and comment and item 24 in the agenda includes budget updates.
At the April 27 Budget & Finance Committee there was discussion of needing to re-evaluate expenditures, but so far this does not seem to have much impact on Council decision making except to postpone amending the contract with Youth Spirit Artworks to provide case management to move homeless youth into transition Tiny Home housing and to postpone until June the final decision on the ballot initiative to make Mayor and City Council positions fulltime.
The Saturday noon Town Halls with the Mayor continue. Since questions need to be submitted in advance by 9 am on Saturday using this form and there is no live interchange with the public watch anytime on the Mayor’s YouTube site or watch as it is live streamed on jessearreguin.com.
Video Updates from the Mayor on COVID-19 are on Mondays and Wednesdays and are posted on the Mayor’s YouTube page, the same site as the posted Town Halls. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgXaP2idglejM_r7Iv7my6w
All City meetings and events are either by videoconference or teleconference.
Sunday, May 3, 2020
May 12 City Council meeting agenda available for comment, email [email protected]
Videoconference https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85809429003 or
Teleconference 669-900-9128 meeting ID 858 0942 9003,
CONSENT: 1. Citizens Redistricting Commission – 2nd reading of ordinance, 2. A=FY 2020 Annual Appropriations $47,602,843 (gross) $42,647,016 (net), 3. Formal Bid and RFP various funds $729,806, 4. Revenue Grant Agreements – to submit grant agreements (1. CHDP $352,000 FY 2021, 2. MCAH $336,000 FY 2021, 3. Tobacco Trust $300,000 FY 2021, 4. Immunizations $42,204 FY 2021, 5. Public Health Emergency Preparedness COVID-19 $401,462, March 4, 2020 – March 15, 2021, 7. Infectious Disease Prevention $210,468 Feb 1, 2020 – June 30, 2023), 5. Revenue Grant Agreements – grant application funding support from Essential Access Health to Conduct Public Health Services, 6. Dorothy Day House License Agreements – Veterans Memorial Building and Old City Hall, 7. Contract $187,401 with CycloMedia Technology, Inc. for Geographic Information System Infrastructure Asset Data Acquisition, 8. Contract $727,821 with Integration Partners for Avaya Upgrade, Support and Maintenance, July 1, 2020 – June 30, 2024, 9. Removed by City Manager - Amend Contract add $30,000 total $117,175 with Santalynda Marrero DBA SMconsulting for Professional Consulting (coaching) Services, 10.Amend and extend contract to June 30, 2023 add $31,500 total $81,167 with 3T Equipment Co, Inc, for Maintenance of Pipeline Observation System Management (POSM) Software, 11. Contract $900,122 (includes 15% contingency $117,407) with ERA Construction, Inc. for Strawberry Creek Park Play Area and Restroom Renovation Project, 12. Contract $1,969,056 (includes 10% contingency $179,005) with Suarez and Munoz Construction, Inc. for San Pablo Park Playground and Tennis Court Renovation Project, 13. Contract $200,000 term 5 years with BMI Imaging for Data Conversion Services for Berkeley Police Dept. Systems, 14. Contract $4,598,942 (includes 15% contingency) with Bay Cities Paving & Grading, Inc. for Measure T1 Street Improvements & Green Infrastructure, 15. Amend and extend contract to Dec 31, 2022 add $200,000 total $1,200,000 with AECOM USA, Inc for On-Call Traffic Engineering Services for Design and Construction for Ashby-San Pablo Intersection Improvements Project, 16. Amend contract add $338,000 total $862,900 with SCS Engineers and SCS Field Services for Cesar Chavez (Park) Landfill Post-Closure Maintenance and Monitoring, 17. Navigating Impact COVID-19 Pandemic on City Finances (from Auditor) , 18. Repeal SB 872 – call to State Legislature to overturn SB 872 prohibiting new taxes on Sugar Sweetened Beverages. 19. Support CA Farmworker COVID-19 Relief Legislation, 20. Berkeley Juneteenth, 21. Board of Library Trustees reappoint John Selawsky, 22. Budget Referral Telegraph Shared Streets refer $500,000 to FY2021-2022, ACTION: 23. Public Hearing Mental Health Clinic Charges, 24. a. FY 2021 Proposed Budget Update, b. FY 2020 Mid-year Budget Update, 25. Surveillance Technology and Acquisition Report and Surveillance Use Policy for Automatic License Plate Readers. (Follows proposed agenda review) Discussion and Direction Regarding Impact of COVID-19,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Use Appeals
1533 Beverly (single family dwelling) - July 14, 2020
0 Euclid – Berryman Reservoir - June 9, 2020
Remanded to ZAB or LPC With 90-Day Deadline
1155-73 Hearst (develop 2 parcels) – referred back to City Council – to be scheduled
Notice of Decision (NOD) With End of Appeal Period
1411 Allston 5/19/2020
1042 Ashby 5/19/2020
2715 Belrose 5/5/2020
1500 Fifth Street 5/14/2020
2417 Grant 5/12/2020
1205 Parker 5/5/2020
2252 Summer 5/21/2020
2870 Webster 5/21/2020
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
LPC NOD 2043 Lincoln – 5/12/2020
LPC NOD 2133 University – 5/12/2020
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
___________________
WORKSHOPS
June 23 – Budget
July 21 – Crime Report, Climate Action Plan/Resiliency Update,
Sept 29 – Digital Strategic Plan/FUND$ Replacement Website Update, Zero Waste Priorities
Oct 20 – Update Berkeley’s 2020 Vision, BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Vision 2050
Ohlone History and Culture (special meeting)
Presentation from StopWaste on SB1383
Systems Realignment
_____________________
This meeting list is also posted in the Berkeley Daily Planet under activist’s calendar http://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
Worth Noting:
There is no City Council meeting in the coming week, however, the City Council Budget & Finance Committee will be meeting Monday and plan to meet weekly to assess the projected changes in City revenue due to the Covid-19 pandemic. Currently the projected drop in City revenue due to the pandemic is $25,500,000 (12.6%).
The May 12 City Council meeting agenda is available for review and comment and item 24 in the agenda includes budget updates.
At the April 27 Budget & Finance Committee there was discussion of needing to re-evaluate expenditures, but so far this does not seem to have much impact on Council decision making except to postpone amending the contract with Youth Spirit Artworks to provide case management to move homeless youth into transition Tiny Home housing and to postpone until June the final decision on the ballot initiative to make Mayor and City Council positions fulltime.
The Saturday noon Town Halls with the Mayor continue. Since questions need to be submitted in advance by 9 am on Saturday using this form and there is no live interchange with the public watch anytime on the Mayor’s YouTube site or watch as it is live streamed on jessearreguin.com.
Video Updates from the Mayor on COVID-19 are on Mondays and Wednesdays and are posted on the Mayor’s YouTube page, the same site as the posted Town Halls. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgXaP2idglejM_r7Iv7my6w
All City meetings and events are either by videoconference or teleconference.
Sunday, May 3, 2020
- No City meetings or events found
- City Council Budget & Finance Committee, 10 am, Videoconference https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83737566663 or Teleconference 669-900-9128 meeting ID 837 3756 6663, Agenda: 2. FY2021 Budget Update, 3. Strategic Plan Quarterly Report, 4. Proposed Budget & Finance Committee Priorities, 5. Measure P Revenues and Allocations, 6. Open West Campus Pool and MLK Jr Pool to implement City of Berkeley Shower Program – financial implications $270,100, 7. Housing Trust Fund Resources, 8. Homeless Services Report, Review of Council’s Fiscal Policies, (Packet 144 pages) https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Budget___Finance.aspx
- No City meetings or events found
- Public Financing Program/BERA Seminar, 6 – 7:30 pm, Videoconference https://zoom.us/j/91717917378 Meeting ID: 917 1791 7378 Password 943191, Agenda: Informational seminar on Berkeley Election Reform Act (BERA) and public financing. Seminar to cover public financing, contributions and expenditures, requests for matching funds, disbursement of funds and what to do after the election. Candidates and committee officers are encouraged to attend. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=16821
- COVID-19 & Black Communities: Crisis, Opportunity and Prescriptions for Change, 3 – 4:30 pm PDT, Sponsored by Center for Urban and Racial Equity, Panel discussion, Register: https://bit.ly/COVIDBLK for more information https://urbanandracialequity.org/event/covid-19-black-communities-crisis-opportunity-and-prescriptions-for-change/
- No City meetings or events found
- Expect a Town Hall announcement from the Mayor, no announcements yet,
- Mother's Day
May 12 City Council meeting agenda available for comment, email [email protected]
Videoconference https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85809429003 or
Teleconference 669-900-9128 meeting ID 858 0942 9003,
CONSENT: 1. Citizens Redistricting Commission – 2nd reading of ordinance, 2. A=FY 2020 Annual Appropriations $47,602,843 (gross) $42,647,016 (net), 3. Formal Bid and RFP various funds $729,806, 4. Revenue Grant Agreements – to submit grant agreements (1. CHDP $352,000 FY 2021, 2. MCAH $336,000 FY 2021, 3. Tobacco Trust $300,000 FY 2021, 4. Immunizations $42,204 FY 2021, 5. Public Health Emergency Preparedness COVID-19 $401,462, March 4, 2020 – March 15, 2021, 7. Infectious Disease Prevention $210,468 Feb 1, 2020 – June 30, 2023), 5. Revenue Grant Agreements – grant application funding support from Essential Access Health to Conduct Public Health Services, 6. Dorothy Day House License Agreements – Veterans Memorial Building and Old City Hall, 7. Contract $187,401 with CycloMedia Technology, Inc. for Geographic Information System Infrastructure Asset Data Acquisition, 8. Contract $727,821 with Integration Partners for Avaya Upgrade, Support and Maintenance, July 1, 2020 – June 30, 2024, 9. Removed by City Manager - Amend Contract add $30,000 total $117,175 with Santalynda Marrero DBA SMconsulting for Professional Consulting (coaching) Services, 10.Amend and extend contract to June 30, 2023 add $31,500 total $81,167 with 3T Equipment Co, Inc, for Maintenance of Pipeline Observation System Management (POSM) Software, 11. Contract $900,122 (includes 15% contingency $117,407) with ERA Construction, Inc. for Strawberry Creek Park Play Area and Restroom Renovation Project, 12. Contract $1,969,056 (includes 10% contingency $179,005) with Suarez and Munoz Construction, Inc. for San Pablo Park Playground and Tennis Court Renovation Project, 13. Contract $200,000 term 5 years with BMI Imaging for Data Conversion Services for Berkeley Police Dept. Systems, 14. Contract $4,598,942 (includes 15% contingency) with Bay Cities Paving & Grading, Inc. for Measure T1 Street Improvements & Green Infrastructure, 15. Amend and extend contract to Dec 31, 2022 add $200,000 total $1,200,000 with AECOM USA, Inc for On-Call Traffic Engineering Services for Design and Construction for Ashby-San Pablo Intersection Improvements Project, 16. Amend contract add $338,000 total $862,900 with SCS Engineers and SCS Field Services for Cesar Chavez (Park) Landfill Post-Closure Maintenance and Monitoring, 17. Navigating Impact COVID-19 Pandemic on City Finances (from Auditor) , 18. Repeal SB 872 – call to State Legislature to overturn SB 872 prohibiting new taxes on Sugar Sweetened Beverages. 19. Support CA Farmworker COVID-19 Relief Legislation, 20. Berkeley Juneteenth, 21. Board of Library Trustees reappoint John Selawsky, 22. Budget Referral Telegraph Shared Streets refer $500,000 to FY2021-2022, ACTION: 23. Public Hearing Mental Health Clinic Charges, 24. a. FY 2021 Proposed Budget Update, b. FY 2020 Mid-year Budget Update, 25. Surveillance Technology and Acquisition Report and Surveillance Use Policy for Automatic License Plate Readers. (Follows proposed agenda review) Discussion and Direction Regarding Impact of COVID-19,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Use Appeals
1533 Beverly (single family dwelling) - July 14, 2020
0 Euclid – Berryman Reservoir - June 9, 2020
Remanded to ZAB or LPC With 90-Day Deadline
1155-73 Hearst (develop 2 parcels) – referred back to City Council – to be scheduled
Notice of Decision (NOD) With End of Appeal Period
1411 Allston 5/19/2020
1042 Ashby 5/19/2020
2715 Belrose 5/5/2020
1500 Fifth Street 5/14/2020
2417 Grant 5/12/2020
1205 Parker 5/5/2020
2252 Summer 5/21/2020
2870 Webster 5/21/2020
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
LPC NOD 2043 Lincoln – 5/12/2020
LPC NOD 2133 University – 5/12/2020
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
___________________
WORKSHOPS
June 23 – Budget
July 21 – Crime Report, Climate Action Plan/Resiliency Update,
Sept 29 – Digital Strategic Plan/FUND$ Replacement Website Update, Zero Waste Priorities
Oct 20 – Update Berkeley’s 2020 Vision, BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Vision 2050
Ohlone History and Culture (special meeting)
Presentation from StopWaste on SB1383
Systems Realignment
_____________________
This meeting list is also posted in the Berkeley Daily Planet under activist’s calendar http://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
April 26 - May 3, 2020
Worth Noting:
All City meetings and events are either by videoconference or teleconference.
Video Updates from the Mayor on COVID-19 are on Mondays and Wednesdays and will be posted on the Mayor’s YouTube page, the Town Halls are also posted https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgXaP2idglejM_r7Iv7my6w
Before looking at the list of expenditures in the consent calendars, take a few minutes to read the 24 page report from the City Auditor Navigating the Impact of COVID-19 Pandemic on Berkeley’s Finances. It is also item 2 in the Monday morning Budget Committee meeting.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/uploadedFiles/Auditor/Level_3_-_General/Navigating%20Impact%20of%20COVID-19%20Pandemic%20on%20Berkeley’s%20Finances%20rpt.pdf
Sunday, April 26, 2020
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
Tuesday, April 28, 2020
Berkeley City Council, Note there are different teleconference and videoconference numbers for the closed session and the regular session. Videoconference: If you do not wish for your name to appear on the screen, use the drop down menu and click on “rename” and rename yourself to be anonymous use the “raise your hand” and wait to be recognized to comment Teleconference: to comment press *9 and wait to be recognized, you will hear your phone number when recognized
Use Appeals
1533 Beverly (single family dwelling) TBD
0 Euclid – Berryman Reservoir TBD
Remanded to ZAB or LPC With 90-Day Deadline
1155-73 Hearst (develop 2 parcels) – referred back to City Council – to be scheduled
Notice of Decision (NOD) With End of Appeal Period
1132 Amador 4/28/2020
2590 Bancroft 4/30/2020
2715 Belrose 5/5/2020
1440 Bonita 4/28/2020
1500 Fifth Street 5/14/2020
2417 Grant 5/12/2020
1449 Grizzly Peak 4/28/2020
1484 Grizzly Peak 4/30/2020
1476 Keoncrest 4/28/2020
2150 - 2176 Kittredge 4/28/2020
1397 La Loma 4/30/2020
11 Maryland 4/30/2020
74 Oak Ridge 4/30/2020
1231 Ordway 4/28/2020
1205 Parker 5/5/2020
1315 Peralta 4/28/2020
2418 Sacramento 4/28/2020
2910 Seventh 4/23/2020
1998 Shattuck 4/30/2020
660 Spruce 4/28/2020
2650 Telegraph 4/28/2020
1665 Thousand Oaks 4/30/2020
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
LPC NOD 2043 Lincoln – no end of appeal date given
LPC NOD 2133 University – no end of appeal date given
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
___________________
WORKSHOPS
June 23 – Climate Action Plan/Resiliency Update,
July 21 – Crime Report
Sept 29 – Digital Strategic Plan/FUND$ Replacement Website Update, Zero Waste Priorities
Oct 20 – Update Berkeley’s 2020 Vision, BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Vision 2050
Ohlone History and Culture (special meeting)
Presentation from StopWaste on SB1383
Systems Realignment
Worth Noting:
All City meetings and events are either by videoconference or teleconference.
Video Updates from the Mayor on COVID-19 are on Mondays and Wednesdays and will be posted on the Mayor’s YouTube page, the Town Halls are also posted https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgXaP2idglejM_r7Iv7my6w
- Saturday, April 25 - Virtual Town Hall, 12 – 1 pm, Live stream on jessearreguin.com submit questions ahead of time using this form by 9am on Saturday.
- Monday, April 27 – City Council Budget & Finance Committee at 10 am and City Council Agenda Committee at 2:30 pm for review of proposed May 12 City Council meeting
- Tuesday, April 28 – City Council Regular meeting is at 6 pm,
- Thursday, April 30 – Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board at 7 pm, no agenda posted
Before looking at the list of expenditures in the consent calendars, take a few minutes to read the 24 page report from the City Auditor Navigating the Impact of COVID-19 Pandemic on Berkeley’s Finances. It is also item 2 in the Monday morning Budget Committee meeting.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/uploadedFiles/Auditor/Level_3_-_General/Navigating%20Impact%20of%20COVID-19%20Pandemic%20on%20Berkeley’s%20Finances%20rpt.pdf
Sunday, April 26, 2020
- No City meetings or events found
- City Council Budget & Finance Committee, 10 am, Videoconference https://zoom.us/j/95290132454 or Teleconference 669-900-9128 meeting ID 952 9013 2454, Agenda: 2. Report from City Auditor Regarding Impact of COVID-19 Pandemic on Berkeley Finances, 3. COVID-19 Response, 4. FY 21 Budget Update, 5. 2019 4th Qtr Investment Report: ended June 30,2019, 6. FY 2020 1st Qtr Investment Report ended sept 30, 2019, 7. Cannabis Cryptocurrency Tax, 8. Allocating Car Fees for Street Improvements, 9. Open West Campus Pool and MLK Jr Pool (King Pool) to implement Shower Program at these locations during COVID-19 pandemic, 10. Housing Trust Fund Resources, 11. Homeless Services Report, 12. Review of Council Fiscal Policies, (meeting packet 111 pages) https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Budget___Finance.aspx
- Agenda and Rules Committee, 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm, Videoconference https://zoom.us/j/94066072320 or Teleconference 669-900-9128 meeting ID 940 660 723 20, Proposed May 12 City Council CONSENT: 1. A=FY 2020 Annual Appropriations $47,602,843 (gross) $42,647,016 (net), 2. Formal Bid and RFP, 3. Revenue Grant Agreements – to submit grant agreements (1. CHDP $352,000 FY 2021, 2. MCAH $336,000 FY 2021, 3. Tobacco Trust $300,000 FY 2021, 4. Immunizations $42,204 FY 2021, 5. Public Health Emergency Preparedness COVID-19 $401,462, March 4, 2020 – March 15, 2021, 7. Infectious Disease Prevention $210,468 Feb 1, 2020 – June 30, 2023), 4. Revenue Grant Agreements – grant application funding support from Essential Access Health to Conduct Public Health Services, 5. Dorothy Day House License Agreements – Veterans Memorial Building and Old City Hall, 6. Contract $187,401 with CycloMedia Technology, Inc. for Geographic Information System Infrastructure Asset Data Acquisition, 7. Contract $727,821 with Integration Partners for Avaya Upgrade, Support and Maintenance, July 1, 2020 – June 30, 2024, 8. Amend Contract add $30,000 total $117,175 with Santalynda Marrero DBA SMconsulting for Professional Consulting (coaching) Services, 9.Amend and extend contract to June 30, 2023 add $31,500 total $81,167 with 3T Equipment Co, Inc, for Maintenance of Pipeline Observation System Management (POSM) Software, 10. Contract $900,122 (includes 15% contingency $117,407) with ERA Construction, Inc. for Strawberry Creek Park Play Area and Restroom Renovation Project, 11. Contract $1,969,056 (includes 10% contingency $179,005) with Suarez and Munoz Construction, Inc. for San Pablo Park Playground and Tennis Court Renovation Project, 12. Contract $200,000 term 5 years with BMI Imaging for Data Conversion Services for Berkeley Police Dept. Systems, 13. Contract $4,598,942 (includes 15% contingency) with Bay Cities Paving & Grading, Inc. for Measure T1 Street Improvements & Green Infrastructure, 14. Amend and extend contract to Dec 31, 2022 add $200,000 tota $1,200,000 with AECOM USA, Inc for On-Call Traffic Engineering Services for Design and Construction for Ashby-San Pablo Intersection Improvements Project, 15. Amend contract add $338,000 total $862,900 with SCS Engineers and SCS Field Services for Cesar Chavez (Park) Landfill Post-Closure Maintenance and Monitoring, 16. Navigating Impact COVID-19 Pandemic on City Finances (from Auditor) , 17. Repeal SB 872 – call to State Legislature to overturn SB 872 prohibiting new taxes on Sugar Sweetened Beverages. 18. Support CA Farmworker COVID-19 Relief Legislation, 19. Berkeley Juneteenth, 20. Board of Library Trustees reappoint John Selawsky, 21. Budget Referral Telegraph Shared Streets, ACTION: 22. FY 2021 Proposed Budget Public Hearing #1, 23. Public Hearing Mental Health Clinic Charges, 24. Surveillance Technology and Acquisition Report and Surveillance Use Policy for Automatic License Plate Readers. (Follows proposed agenda review) Discussion and Direction Regarding Impact of COVID-19,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
Tuesday, April 28, 2020
Berkeley City Council, Note there are different teleconference and videoconference numbers for the closed session and the regular session. Videoconference: If you do not wish for your name to appear on the screen, use the drop down menu and click on “rename” and rename yourself to be anonymous use the “raise your hand” and wait to be recognized to comment Teleconference: to comment press *9 and wait to be recognized, you will hear your phone number when recognized
- LIVE AUDIO: KPFB 89.3, LIVE CAPTIONED BROADCAST: Cable B-TV (Channel 33) for the full agenda use the link
- VIDEOCONFERENCE: https://zoom.us/j/96207688419
- TELECONFERENCE: 1-669-9009128 Meeting ID 962 0768 8419
- Agenda: CONSENT: 1. 2nd reading Amendment to FY 2020 Annual Appropriations Ordinance $28,565,263 (gross) $15,378,568, 2. 2nd reading lease agreement with 200 Marina Blvd LLC, Doubletree Hotel 60-year term 5/14/2020 – 12/31/2080, capital contribution from 200 Marina LLC to Marina Street improvements, 3. Zoning Ordinance Amendment for Family Daycare Homes to comply with Senate Bill 234, 4. 2nd reading Amend Tenant Screening to prohibit fees to existing tenants and lease terminations, 5. Approve 5/10/2020 minutes, 6. Ordinance to establish Citizen Redistricting Commission rules and procedures will convene in Fall in response to 2020 Census results, 7. Formal Bid solicitations, RFP Sanitary Sewer Rehab Project, 8. Contract $32,160/yr for FY21 with City Data Services and authorization to extend for additional 3 years (FY21+FY22+FY23+FY24=$128,640), 9. Amend and extend Contract add $117,000 total $217,000with Youth Spirit Artworks for Transition Age Youth Case Management, Linkage Services and Tiny House Case Management, 10. Contract $500,000 with ENGEO for testing and inspection services for Tuolumne Camp Construction project 5/1/2020 – 7/1/2022, 11. Contract $556,292 (includes 10% contingency) with Andres Construction for Sanitary Sewer Rehab at West Frontage Road, 12. Contracts 1. Add $1,000,000 total $1,500,000 and extend to 6/30/2022 with LCC Engineering & Surveying Inc for on-call civil engineering, 2. Add $1,000,000 total $2,500,000 and extend to 6/30/2022 with Pavement Engineering In for on-call engineering services, 13. Approve Proposed Projects anticipated to be paid for by State Road Maintenance and Rehabilitation Account (RMRA) for FY 2021, 14. Fill Vacancy with appointment of Mr. Carlos Hill (District 1) on Human Welfare and Community Action Commission, ACTION: 15. Public Hearing Redesign and Rezone of Rose Garden Inn at 2740 and 2744 Telegraph and 2348 Ward, 16. Public Hearing Submission of 2020-2025 Consolidated Plan Block Grant (CDBG), Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) and Home Investment Partnership Program (HOME), allocate 85% of Program Year (PY20) to Housing Trust Fund, 5% to Community Housing Development Organization (CHDO) and 10% Program Administration and authorize City Manager to submit Plan to HUD, 17. Discussion and Direction to City Manager regarding community survey for Nov 3, 2020 Ballot Measures, 18. Charter Amendment on Nov 3, 2020 Ballot changing Mayor and Councilmembers to full-time status with salary increase, 19. Prepare City Ballot Measure to Create a Climate Action Fund to become fossil free – response to Climate Action Plan and Climate Emergency, 20. Ballot Measure to introduce Term Limits 3 – 4 year terms or twelve years with required 2-year hiatus in order to serve additional terms for Mayor and City Councilmembers, INFORMATION REPORTS: 15. Mid-Year Budget Update, 16. Eight Previous Referrals to Planning Dept Which Can Be Tracked as Fulfilled, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
- No City meetings or events found
- Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board, 7 – 11 pm, at Virtual meeting, no agenda posted, no information for connecting to the virtual meeting, check after Monday for more information http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
- No City meetings or events found
- No City meetings or events found
- No City meetings or events found
Use Appeals
1533 Beverly (single family dwelling) TBD
0 Euclid – Berryman Reservoir TBD
Remanded to ZAB or LPC With 90-Day Deadline
1155-73 Hearst (develop 2 parcels) – referred back to City Council – to be scheduled
Notice of Decision (NOD) With End of Appeal Period
1132 Amador 4/28/2020
2590 Bancroft 4/30/2020
2715 Belrose 5/5/2020
1440 Bonita 4/28/2020
1500 Fifth Street 5/14/2020
2417 Grant 5/12/2020
1449 Grizzly Peak 4/28/2020
1484 Grizzly Peak 4/30/2020
1476 Keoncrest 4/28/2020
2150 - 2176 Kittredge 4/28/2020
1397 La Loma 4/30/2020
11 Maryland 4/30/2020
74 Oak Ridge 4/30/2020
1231 Ordway 4/28/2020
1205 Parker 5/5/2020
1315 Peralta 4/28/2020
2418 Sacramento 4/28/2020
2910 Seventh 4/23/2020
1998 Shattuck 4/30/2020
660 Spruce 4/28/2020
2650 Telegraph 4/28/2020
1665 Thousand Oaks 4/30/2020
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
LPC NOD 2043 Lincoln – no end of appeal date given
LPC NOD 2133 University – no end of appeal date given
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
___________________
WORKSHOPS
June 23 – Climate Action Plan/Resiliency Update,
July 21 – Crime Report
Sept 29 – Digital Strategic Plan/FUND$ Replacement Website Update, Zero Waste Priorities
Oct 20 – Update Berkeley’s 2020 Vision, BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Vision 2050
Ohlone History and Culture (special meeting)
Presentation from StopWaste on SB1383
Systems Realignment
April 19 - April 26, 2020
Worth Noting:
All City meetings and events are either by videoconference or teleconference.
Video Updates from the Mayor on COVID-19 are on Mondays and Wednesdays and will be posted on the Mayor’s YouTube page, the April 10 Town Hall is also posted https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgXaP2idglejM_r7Iv7my6w
The agenda for the April 28 City Council meeting is available for comment and follows the daily list of meetings. The agenda includes 7. opting up residential and commercial customers to Brilliant 100 and Municipal accounts to Renewable 100.
Dashboards for SARS-CoV-2:
Sunday, April 19, 2020
The April 28, 2020 City Council Agenda is available for comment for comment email [email protected]
The April 28 City Council Meeting will be conducted exclusively through VIDEOCONFERENCE: https://zoom.us/j/96207688419
TELECONFERENCE: 1-669-9009128 Meeting ID 962 0768 8419
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2020/04_Apr/City_Council__04-28-2020_-_Regular_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
April 28 Agenda: CONSENT: 1. 2nd reading Amendment to FY 2020 Annual Appropriations Ordinance $28,565,263 (gross) $15,378,568, 2. 2nd reading lease agreement with 200 Marina Blvd LLC, Doubletree Hotel 60-year term 5/14/2020 – 12/31/2080, capital contribution from 200 Marina LLC to Marina Street improvements, 3. Zoning Ordinance Amendment for Family Daycare Homes to comply with Senate Bill 234, 4. 2nd reading Amend Tenant Screening to prohibit fees to existing tenants and lease terminations, 5. Approve 5/10/2020 minutes, 6. Ordinance to establish Citizen Redistricting Commission rules and procedures will convene in Fall in response to 2020 Census results, 7. Formal Bid solicitations, RFP Sanitary Sewer Rehab Project, 8. Contract $32,160/yr for FY21 with City Data Services and authorization to extend for additional 3 years (FY21+FY22+FY23+FY24=$128,640), 9. Amend and extend Contract add $117,000 total $217,000with Youth Spirit Artworks for Transition Age Youth Case Management, Linkage Services and Tiny House Case Management, 10. Contract $500,000 with ENGEO for testing and inspection services for Tuolumne Camp Construction project 5/1/2020 – 7/1/2022, 11. Contract $556,292 (includes 10% contingency) with Andres Construction for Sanitary Sewer Rehab at West Frontage Road, 12. Contracts 1. Add $1,000,000 total $1,500,000 and extend to 6/30/2022 with LCC Engineering & Surveying Inc for on-call civil engineering, 2. Add $1,000,000 total $2,500,000 and extend to 6/30/2022 with Pavement Engineering In for on-call engineering services, 13. Approve Proposed Projects anticipated to be paid for by State Road Maintenance and Rehabilitation Account (RMRA) for FY 2021, 14. Fill Vacancy with appointment of Mr. Carlos Hill (District 1) on Human Welfare and Community Action Commission,
ACTION: 15. Public Hearing Redesign and Rezone of Rose Garden Inn at 2740 and 2744 Telegraph and 2348 Ward, 16. Public Hearing Submission of 2020-2025 Consolidated Plan Block Grant (CDBG), Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) and Home Investment Partnership Program (HOME), allocate 85% of Program Year (PY20) to Housing Trust Fund, 5% to Community Housing Development Organization (CHDO) and 10% Program Administration and authorize City Manager to submit Plan to HUD, 17. Discussion and Direction to City Manager regarding community survey for Nov 3, 2020 Ballot Measures,
18. Charter Amendment on Nov 3, 2020 Ballot changing Mayor and Councilmembers to full-time status with salary increase, 19. Prepare City Ballot Measure to Create a Climate Action Fund to become fossil free – response to Climate Action Plan and Climate Emergency, 20. Ballot Measure to introduce Term Limits 3 – 4 year terms or twelve years with required 2-year hiatus in order to serve additional terms for Mayor and City Councilmembers, INFORMATION REPORTS: 15. Mid-Year Budget Update, 16. Eight Previous Referrals to Planning Dept Which Can Be Tracked as Fulfilled,
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
1533 Beverly (single family dwelling) 6/2/2020
0 Euclid – Berryman Reservoir TBD
Remanded to ZAB or LPC With 90-Day Deadline
1155-73 Hearst (develop 2 parcels) – referred back to City Council – to be scheduled
Notice of Decision (NOD) With End of Appeal Period
1132 Amador 4/28/2020
2590 Bancroft 4/30/2020
2715 Belrose 5/5/2020
1440 Bonita 4/28/2020
1449 Grizzly Peak 4/28/2020
1484 Grizzly Peak 4/30/2020
1476 Keoncrest 4/28/2020
2150 Kittredge 4/28/2020
1397 La Loma 4/30/2020
11 Maryland 4/30/2020
74 Oak Ridge 4/30/2020
1231 Ordway 4/28/2020
1205 Parker 5/5/2020
1315 Peralta 4/28/2020
2418 Sacramento 4/28/2020
2910 Seventh 4/23/2020
1998 Shattuck 4/30/2020
600 Spruce 4/28/2020
2650 Telegraph 4/28/2020
1665 Thousand Oaks 4/30/2020
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSHOPS
June 23 – Climate Action Plan/Resiliency Update,
July 21 – Crime Report
Sept 29 – Digital Strategic Plan/FUND$ Replacement Website Update, Zero Waste Priorities
Oct 20 – Update Berkeley’s 2020 Vision, BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Vision 2050
Ohlone History and Culture (special meeting)
Presentation from StopWaste on SB1383
Systems Realignment
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This meeting list is also posted in the Berkeley Daily Planet under activist’s calendar http://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
Worth Noting:
All City meetings and events are either by videoconference or teleconference.
Video Updates from the Mayor on COVID-19 are on Mondays and Wednesdays and will be posted on the Mayor’s YouTube page, the April 10 Town Hall is also posted https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgXaP2idglejM_r7Iv7my6w
- Saturday, April 18 - Virtual Town Hall, 12 – 1 pm, Live stream on jessearreguin.com, submit questions ahead of time using this form by 9am on Saturday.
- Tuesday, April 21 – City Council Regular meeting is at 6 pm,
- Thursday, April 23 – Fair Campaign Practices Commission meets at 7 pm via teleconference
The agenda for the April 28 City Council meeting is available for comment and follows the daily list of meetings. The agenda includes 7. opting up residential and commercial customers to Brilliant 100 and Municipal accounts to Renewable 100.
Dashboards for SARS-CoV-2:
- The Worldometer dashboard gives totals for “today” and “yesterday” and includes incidence by population making comparisons by country and states possible. The dashboard clock is set to GMT+0, which translates to 5 pm California Time. https://www.worldometers.info/coronavirus/
- 91-DIVOC shows trends by country and state. The totals lag behind the Worldometer by a day http://91-divoc.com/pages/covid-visualization/?fbclid=IwAR39UvU_W-bIImcZ1O8UItJ2mlIgBIjOw7m7KXJLwg1YeEwiIVVvqWjryzY
- COVID-19 Compiler provides a map of the US with every county outlined. To view the incidence of COVID-19 by county just click on the county. https://covid19.topos.com
Sunday, April 19, 2020
- No City meetings or events found
- No City meetings or events found
- Berkeley City Council, Note there are different teleconference and videoconference numbers for the closed session and the regular session. Videoconference: If you do not wish for your name to appear on the screen, use the drop down menu and click on “rename” and rename yourself to be anonymous use the “raise your hand” and wait to be recognized to comment Teleconference: to comment press *9 and wait to be recognized, you will hear your phone number when recognized LIVE AUDIO: KPFB 89.3, LIVE CAPTIONED BROADCAST: Cable B-TV (Channel 33) for the full agenda use the link
- CLOSED Session, 4 pm, Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/96450029566, Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID 964 5002 9566, Agenda: 1. 295 University Negotiating Parties City of Berkeley (Dee Williams-Ridley, Paul Buddenhagen, Scott Ferris) and YOONACO dba Hana Japan, 2. Conference with Legal Council – Pending Litigation, Harris v. City of Berkeley, RG HG19025563
- REGULAR Session, 6 – 11 pm, Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/257156624 Teleconference: 1-669-9009128 Meeting ID 257 156 624, Agenda: CONSENT: 1. Adopt Resolution Ratifying COVID-19 Local Emergency, 2. Bid Solicitations and RFP, 3. On-Call Landscape Architectural Services for Capital Improvement Projects, 4. FY 2021 Street Lighting Assessments, 5. Letter to Assemblymember Wicks supporting AB 1851eliminating parking requirements on faith-based properties for density bonus qualifying housing development projects, ACTION: 6. Public Hearing to grant Franchise Agreement Amendment for Electric Bike Share Program with Bay Area Motivate, LLC, a subsidiary of Lyft, A. Resolution Oppose Alameda County Sheriff Proposal for additional $85,000,000 for Santa Rita Jail, B. Establish Moratorium on Enforcements of BMC 14.48 Ordinance 3x3 regulation, Encampment Evictions, Sweeps, RV Parking and towing/ticketing/impounding of vehicles used for shelter during COVID-19 Pandemic, 7. Adopt Resolution to upgrade residential and commercial customers to a 100% GHG-Free Electricity Plan (Brilliant 100) and to upgrade Municipal accounts to 100% Renewable (Renewable 100), 8. Urgency Ordinance 1. Limit Commercial Rent Increases to 10% thru and 6 months after emergency declaration, 2. Send Correspondence to District DA and authorize City Attorney to take action against any violator who seeks rent increase that has the effect to evict any commercial tenant. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
- No City meetings or events found
- Open Government & Fair Campaign Practices Commission, 7 pm, Teleconference: 213-279-1690 Meeting ID 783454379, Agenda: 3. Public Comment non-agenda items, 7. Negotiated stipulation with Lacey for 2018, Amendments to Election Reform Act, 9. Officeholder accounts, 10. Presentation 2020 Census, 11. FCPC 2020-2021 Work Plan, 13. Lobbying registration and reporting, 14. D-13 accounts and nonprofit donations, 15. Open Government 2020-2021 Work Plan http://www.cityofberkeley.info/FCPC/
- No City meetings or events found
- No City meetings or events found
- No City meetings or events found
The April 28, 2020 City Council Agenda is available for comment for comment email [email protected]
The April 28 City Council Meeting will be conducted exclusively through VIDEOCONFERENCE: https://zoom.us/j/96207688419
TELECONFERENCE: 1-669-9009128 Meeting ID 962 0768 8419
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2020/04_Apr/City_Council__04-28-2020_-_Regular_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
April 28 Agenda: CONSENT: 1. 2nd reading Amendment to FY 2020 Annual Appropriations Ordinance $28,565,263 (gross) $15,378,568, 2. 2nd reading lease agreement with 200 Marina Blvd LLC, Doubletree Hotel 60-year term 5/14/2020 – 12/31/2080, capital contribution from 200 Marina LLC to Marina Street improvements, 3. Zoning Ordinance Amendment for Family Daycare Homes to comply with Senate Bill 234, 4. 2nd reading Amend Tenant Screening to prohibit fees to existing tenants and lease terminations, 5. Approve 5/10/2020 minutes, 6. Ordinance to establish Citizen Redistricting Commission rules and procedures will convene in Fall in response to 2020 Census results, 7. Formal Bid solicitations, RFP Sanitary Sewer Rehab Project, 8. Contract $32,160/yr for FY21 with City Data Services and authorization to extend for additional 3 years (FY21+FY22+FY23+FY24=$128,640), 9. Amend and extend Contract add $117,000 total $217,000with Youth Spirit Artworks for Transition Age Youth Case Management, Linkage Services and Tiny House Case Management, 10. Contract $500,000 with ENGEO for testing and inspection services for Tuolumne Camp Construction project 5/1/2020 – 7/1/2022, 11. Contract $556,292 (includes 10% contingency) with Andres Construction for Sanitary Sewer Rehab at West Frontage Road, 12. Contracts 1. Add $1,000,000 total $1,500,000 and extend to 6/30/2022 with LCC Engineering & Surveying Inc for on-call civil engineering, 2. Add $1,000,000 total $2,500,000 and extend to 6/30/2022 with Pavement Engineering In for on-call engineering services, 13. Approve Proposed Projects anticipated to be paid for by State Road Maintenance and Rehabilitation Account (RMRA) for FY 2021, 14. Fill Vacancy with appointment of Mr. Carlos Hill (District 1) on Human Welfare and Community Action Commission,
ACTION: 15. Public Hearing Redesign and Rezone of Rose Garden Inn at 2740 and 2744 Telegraph and 2348 Ward, 16. Public Hearing Submission of 2020-2025 Consolidated Plan Block Grant (CDBG), Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) and Home Investment Partnership Program (HOME), allocate 85% of Program Year (PY20) to Housing Trust Fund, 5% to Community Housing Development Organization (CHDO) and 10% Program Administration and authorize City Manager to submit Plan to HUD, 17. Discussion and Direction to City Manager regarding community survey for Nov 3, 2020 Ballot Measures,
18. Charter Amendment on Nov 3, 2020 Ballot changing Mayor and Councilmembers to full-time status with salary increase, 19. Prepare City Ballot Measure to Create a Climate Action Fund to become fossil free – response to Climate Action Plan and Climate Emergency, 20. Ballot Measure to introduce Term Limits 3 – 4 year terms or twelve years with required 2-year hiatus in order to serve additional terms for Mayor and City Councilmembers, INFORMATION REPORTS: 15. Mid-Year Budget Update, 16. Eight Previous Referrals to Planning Dept Which Can Be Tracked as Fulfilled,
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
1533 Beverly (single family dwelling) 6/2/2020
0 Euclid – Berryman Reservoir TBD
Remanded to ZAB or LPC With 90-Day Deadline
1155-73 Hearst (develop 2 parcels) – referred back to City Council – to be scheduled
Notice of Decision (NOD) With End of Appeal Period
1132 Amador 4/28/2020
2590 Bancroft 4/30/2020
2715 Belrose 5/5/2020
1440 Bonita 4/28/2020
1449 Grizzly Peak 4/28/2020
1484 Grizzly Peak 4/30/2020
1476 Keoncrest 4/28/2020
2150 Kittredge 4/28/2020
1397 La Loma 4/30/2020
11 Maryland 4/30/2020
74 Oak Ridge 4/30/2020
1231 Ordway 4/28/2020
1205 Parker 5/5/2020
1315 Peralta 4/28/2020
2418 Sacramento 4/28/2020
2910 Seventh 4/23/2020
1998 Shattuck 4/30/2020
600 Spruce 4/28/2020
2650 Telegraph 4/28/2020
1665 Thousand Oaks 4/30/2020
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSHOPS
June 23 – Climate Action Plan/Resiliency Update,
July 21 – Crime Report
Sept 29 – Digital Strategic Plan/FUND$ Replacement Website Update, Zero Waste Priorities
Oct 20 – Update Berkeley’s 2020 Vision, BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Vision 2050
Ohlone History and Culture (special meeting)
Presentation from StopWaste on SB1383
Systems Realignment
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This meeting list is also posted in the Berkeley Daily Planet under activist’s calendar http://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
April 12 - April 19, 2020
Worth Noting:
All City meetings and events are either by videoconference or teleconference.
Video Updates from the Mayor on COVID-19 are on Mondays and Wednesdays and will be posted on the Mayor’s YouTube page, the April 10 Town Hall is also posted https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgXaP2idglejM_r7Iv7my6w
Monday – Agenda Committee meets at 2:30 pm to plan the April 28 City Council meeting and review the status of Boards, Commissions and Committees that have been suspended for 60 days due to COVID-19. The action items on this agenda look to be interesting with three proposed ballot initiatives 11. Change Mayor and Council member status to fulltime, 13. Create a Climate Action Fund, 14. Introduce Term limits for Mayor and Councilmembers
Tuesday – City Council Regular meeting is at 6 pm, item 39. Require Onsite Inclusionary Units in Qualified Opportunity Zones
Wednesday – Climate Emergency Task Force is at 5:30 by call in or zoom – 215 on email list for this Zoom meeting
Thursday – Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board meeting is listed as pending
All other previously scheduled meetings have been cancelled.
The agenda for the April 21 City Council meeting is available for comment and follows the daily list of meetings. The agenda includes 7. opting up residential and commercial customers to Brilliant 100 and Municipal accounts to Renewable 100.
Sunday, April 12, 2020
The April 21, 2020 City Council Agenda is available for comment for comment email [email protected]
The April 21 City Council Meeting will be conducted exclusively through
Videoconference https://zoom.us/j/257156624
Teleconference 1-669-9009128 Meeting ID 257 156 624
Live Audio KPFB Radio 89.3, Live captioned broadcasts B-TV (Channel 33)
CONSENT: 1. Adopt Resolution Ratifying COVID-19 Local Emergency, 2. Bid Solicitations and RFP, 3. On-Call Landscape Architectural Services for Capital Improvement Projects, 4. FY 2021 Street Lighting Assessments, 5. Letter to Assemblymember Wicks supporting AB 1851eliminating parking requirements on faith-based properties for density bonus qualifying housing development projects, ACTION: 6. Public Hearing to grant Franchise Agreement Amendment for Electric Bike Share Program with Bay Area Motivate, LLC, a subsidiary of Lyft, 7. Adopt Resolution to upgrade residential and commercial customers to a 100% GHG-Free Electricity Plan (Brilliant 100) and to upgrade Municipal accounts to 100% Renewable (Renewable 100).
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2020/04_Apr/City_Council__04-21-2020_-_Regular_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
1533 Beverly (single family dwelling) 6/2/2020
0 Euclid – Berryman Reservoir TBD
Remanded to ZAB or LPC With 90-Day Deadline
1155-73 Hearst (develop 2 parcels) – referred back to City Council – to be scheduled
Notice of Decision (NOD) With End of Appeal Period
1132 Amador 4/28/2020
2590 Bancroft 4/30/2020
1440 Bonita 4/28/2020
1484 Grizzly Peak 4/30/2020
1476 Keoncrest 4/28/2020
1397 La Loma 4/30/2020
11 Maryland 4/30/2020
74 Oak Ridge 4/30/2020
1231 Ordway 4/28/2020
1315 Peralta 4/28/2020
2418 Sacramento 4/28/2020
2910 Seventh 4/17/2020
2910 Seventh 4/23/2020
1998 Shattuck 4/30/2020
600 Spruce 4/28/2020
1665 Thousand Oaks 4/30/2020
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSHOPS
June 23 – Climate Action Plan/Resiliency Update,
July 21 – Crime Report
Sept 29 – Digital Strategic Plan/FUND$ Replacement Website Update, Zero Waste Priorities
Oct 20 – Update Berkeley’s 2020 Vision, BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Vision 2050
Ohlone History and Culture (special meeting)
Presentation from StopWaste on SB1383
Systems Realignment
_____________________
This meeting list is also posted in the Berkeley Daily Planet under activist’s calendar http://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
Worth Noting:
All City meetings and events are either by videoconference or teleconference.
Video Updates from the Mayor on COVID-19 are on Mondays and Wednesdays and will be posted on the Mayor’s YouTube page, the April 10 Town Hall is also posted https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgXaP2idglejM_r7Iv7my6w
Monday – Agenda Committee meets at 2:30 pm to plan the April 28 City Council meeting and review the status of Boards, Commissions and Committees that have been suspended for 60 days due to COVID-19. The action items on this agenda look to be interesting with three proposed ballot initiatives 11. Change Mayor and Council member status to fulltime, 13. Create a Climate Action Fund, 14. Introduce Term limits for Mayor and Councilmembers
Tuesday – City Council Regular meeting is at 6 pm, item 39. Require Onsite Inclusionary Units in Qualified Opportunity Zones
Wednesday – Climate Emergency Task Force is at 5:30 by call in or zoom – 215 on email list for this Zoom meeting
Thursday – Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board meeting is listed as pending
All other previously scheduled meetings have been cancelled.
The agenda for the April 21 City Council meeting is available for comment and follows the daily list of meetings. The agenda includes 7. opting up residential and commercial customers to Brilliant 100 and Municipal accounts to Renewable 100.
Sunday, April 12, 2020
- No City meetings or events found
- Agenda and Rules Policy Committee Special Meeting, 2:30 pm, This meeting will be conducted exclusively through videoconference and teleconference, Public Comment precedes review of the Agendas VIDEOCONFERENCE: https://zoom.us/j/606278645 If you do not wish for your name to appear on the screen, use the drop down menu and click on “rename” and rename yourself to be anonymous use the “raise your hand” and wait to be recognized to comment TELECONFERENCE: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID 606 278 645 to comment press *9 and wait to be recognized, you will hear your phone number when recognized
- Agenda planning for April 28 City Council meeting: (Agenda Committee packet 208 pages) For Full agenda use the link https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
- CONSENT: 2. Formal Bid Solicitations Sanitary Sewer, 3. Contract $32,160/yr for FY21 with City Data Services and authorization to extend for additional 3 years (FY22, FY23, FY24) 4. Amend and extend Contract add $117,000 total $217,000with Youth Spirit Artworks for Transition Age Youth Case Management, Linkage Services and Tiny House Case Management, 5. Contract $500,000 with ENGEO for testing and inspection services for Tuolumne Camp Construction project 5/1/2020 – 7/1/2022, 6. Contract $556,292 (includes 10% contingency) with Andres Construction for Sanitary Sewer Rehab at West Frontage Road, 7. Contracts 1. Add $1,000,000 total $1,500,000 and extend to 6/30/2022 with LCC Engineering & Surveying Inc for on-call civil engineering, 2. Add $1,000,000 total $2,500,000 and extend to 6/30/2022 with Pavement Engineering In for on-call engineering services, 8. Approve Proposed Projects anticipated to be paid for by State Road Maintenance and Rehabilitation Account (RMRA) for FY 2021, 9. Fill Vacancy with appointment of Mr. Carlos Hill (District 1) on Human Welfare and Community Action Commission, ACTION: 10. Public Hearing Submission of 2020-2025 Consolidated Plan Block Grant (CDBG) , Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) and Home Investment Partnership Program (HOME), allocate 85% of Program Year (PY20) to Housing Trust Fund, 5% to Community Housing Development Organization (CHDO) and 10% Program Administration and authorize City Manager to submit Plan to HUD, 11. Charter Amendment on Nov 3, 2020 Ballot changing Mayor and Councilmembers to full-time status with salary increase, 12. Citizens Redistricting Ordinance, 13. Prepare City Ballot Measure to Create a Climate Action Fund to become fossil free – response to Climate Action Plan and Climate Emergency, 14. Ballot Measure to introduce Term Limits 3 – 4 year terms or twelve years with required 2-year hiatus in order to serve additional terms for Mayor and City Councilmembers, INFORMATION REPORTS: 15. Mid-Year Budget Update, 16. Eight Previous Referrals to Planning Dept Which Can Be Tracked as Fulfilled, COMMITTEE ACTION ITEMS: 8. Discussion and Direction Regarding Impact of COVID-19 on Meetings of Legislative Bodies (Design Review Committee, Fair Campaign Practices Commission, Housing Advisory Commission, Joint Subcommittee on the Implementation of State Housing Laws, Landmarks Preservation Commission, Open Government Commission, Personnel Board, Planning Commission, Police Review Commission, Zoning Adjustments Board), re-evaluation of current 60 day suspension of all Boards, Commissions and Committees unless there is time-sensitive, legally mandated business to complete and to meet the meeting must be pre-approved by the Director of Emergency Services.
- Berkeley City Council, This meeting will be conducted exclusively through videoconference and teleconference, radio and TV. Public Comment is made through ZOOM or Teleconference. Note that the 4 pm closed session has a different login than the regular session. VIDEOCONFERENCE: If you do not wish for your name to appear on the screen, use the drop down menu and click on “rename” and rename yourself to be anonymous use the “raise your hand” and wait to be recognized to comment TELECONFERENCE: to comment press *9 and wait to be recognized, you will hear your phone number when recognized LIVE AUDIO: KPFB 89.3, LIVE CAPTIONED BROADCAST: Cable B-TV (Channel 33), For Full agenda use the link https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
- Closed Session, 4 pm, VIDEOCONFERENCE: https://zoom.us/j/285003858 TELECONFERENCE: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID 285 003 858 Agenda: 1. Conference with Legal Council, McClintock v. 2398 Parker Street, LLC, Andrew Partos and City of Berkeley, Superior Court RG 18906807, 2. Under Negotiation Price and Terms, 830 University, Negotiating parties: City of Berkeley, Bay Area Community Services, Berkeley Free Clinic, Property Owner: City of Berkeley,
- Regular Session, 6 – 11 pm, TELECONFERENCE: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID 724 407 089 VIDEOCONFERENCE https://zoom.us/j/724407089 Agenda: CONSENT: 1. Contract $93,600 with Sonya Dublin Consulting as external evaluator Tobacco Prevention Program, ends 6/30/2021 2. Contract $104,400 Contingency $38,600 with Lind Marine for removal of derelict and abandoned vessels at Berkeley Marina, 3. Contract add $127,200 total $305,000 with Affordable Painting Services, Inc for additional painting Park Buildings, 4. Contract add $300,000 total $500,000 with Bay Area Tree Specialists for as-needed tree services 5/29/2019 – 5/28/2022, 5. Contract add $204,152 total $375,000 with ERA Construction for concrete repair in parks, 6. Contract $3,491,917 (includes $317,447 contingency) with Ghilotti Construction, Inc for Rose Garden Pergola Reconstruction & Site Improvements, 7. Contract $600,000 with Vol Ten Corporation DBA Delta Charter for bus transportation for Day Camp & Summer Programs 6/1/2020-6/1/2025, 8. Ratify action taken by City Manager during recess to add $250,000 to contract total $2,245,725.99 for rental of Police Dept Substation at 841 Folger/3000 Seventh Street, 9. Add $162,568 total $233,868 with Bigbelly Solar Compacting Trash and Recycling Receptacles term remains 8/1/2018-6/30/2023, 10. 2nd Reading Ronald V. Dellums Fair Chance Access to Housing, 11. Call for Consolidated Nov 3. Election, 12. Approval Minutes, 13. Stephen and Mary Birch Foundation Donation to Animal Shelter, 14. FY 2020 Annual Appropriations $28,565,263 (gross) and $15,378,568 (net) 15. Renewal North Shattuck Business Improvement District, 16. 1601 Oxford Interest Rate Reduction to 1%, 17. Shelter Plus Care Program Renewal Grants, 18. 60-year term Lease Agreement 5/4/2020-12/31/2080 200 Marina Blvd for Doubletree Hotel, Berkeley City contribution $3,000,000 for Marina street improvements, 19. Grant Application $42,000 Surrendered and Abandoned Vessel Exchange, 20. Donation Friends of Marin Circle, 21. Waiver of Annual Marina Berth Fees for Non-profits (Berkeley Racing Canoe Club, Cal Sailing Club, The Pegasus Project, Blue Water Foundation) 22. Contract $39,650,670 (includes 10% contingency, add-alternatives) with Robert E. Boyer Construction, Inc. for Tuolumne Camp, 23. Funding $1,000,000 to EBMUD FY 2020-FY 2024 to control wet weather overflows and bypasses, 24. Vacate sewer easement at 2009 Addison, 25. Contract $2,475,200 (includes 10% contingency) with CF Contracting, Inc for Sacramento Complete Streets, 26. Contract add $300,000 total $450,000 with Clean Harbors, Inc. for Hazardous Waste and extend to 6/30/2022, 27. Contract $4,478,909 with Bay Cities Paving & Grading for Street Rehab FY 2020 Project, 28. Contract add $100,000 total $600,000 with Revel Environmental Manufacturing for on-call Storm Water Maintenance extend to 6/30/2021, 29. Contract up to $240,000 with National Data & Surveying Services for On-call Transportation and Parking Survey Consulting Services, 30. Refer to staff to develop mechanism for more thorough count of homeless persons during 2021 Berkeley Homeless Point-In-Time Count, 31. Appoint Ann Hawkins to Mental Health Commission, 32. Budget Referral $279,000 to Fund Berkeley Youthworks, 33. Pints for Paws Fund raiser – Council discretionary funds, 34. Support SB 54 & AB 1080 CA Circular Economy and Plastic Pollution Reduction Act (only 9% of plastic is recycled, billion tons of plastic are added to the oceans each year), 35. Support SB 1160 Public Utilities undergrounding, ACTION: 36. Public Hearing – General Plan Redesign and Rezone of The Rose Garden Inn at 2740 Telegraph, 2744 Telegraph, 2348 Ward, 37. Public Hearing – Zoning Ordinance Amendment for Family Daycare Homes to comply with Senate Bill 234, 38. Nov 3 Election Ballot Initiative Charter Amendment to establish Police Board and Director of Police Accountability, 39. Ordinance requiring 20% onsite inclusionary units in new rental developments (10 units or more) in Qualified Opportunity Zones (QOZs), 40. BMC 13.78 add prohibition of additional fees for existing tenancies and lease terminations, INFORMATION REPORTS: 41. Public Health Officer’s Order Directing the Placement of COVID-19 Isolation and Quarantine Facilities on Public Property for Homeless Persons, 42. Strategic Plan Performance Measures, 43. Summary of Aging Services, 44. Pathways STAIR FY-6 month evaluation, 45. Parks, Recreation & Waterfront Dept Capital Improvement Projects Update, 46. Measure T1 Update, 47. Audit Recommendation Status 911 Dispatchers, 48. Public Works Planned Projects for FY 2021, 49. Children, Youth and Recreation Commission FY 2020 Work Plan, 50. Civic Arts Grants, 51. Commemorative Program.
- Joint Meeting of the Climate Emergency Mobilization Task Force (CEMTF) and RV/Tiny Homes Solutions Task Force, 5:30 – 7 pm, https://zoom.us/j/7635380017 One Tap Mobile 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID 763 538 0017, Agenda not posted
- Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board, 7 – 11 pm, listed as pending, no agenda posted https://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
- No City meetings or events found
- No City meetings or events found
- No City meetings or events found
The April 21, 2020 City Council Agenda is available for comment for comment email [email protected]
The April 21 City Council Meeting will be conducted exclusively through
Videoconference https://zoom.us/j/257156624
Teleconference 1-669-9009128 Meeting ID 257 156 624
Live Audio KPFB Radio 89.3, Live captioned broadcasts B-TV (Channel 33)
CONSENT: 1. Adopt Resolution Ratifying COVID-19 Local Emergency, 2. Bid Solicitations and RFP, 3. On-Call Landscape Architectural Services for Capital Improvement Projects, 4. FY 2021 Street Lighting Assessments, 5. Letter to Assemblymember Wicks supporting AB 1851eliminating parking requirements on faith-based properties for density bonus qualifying housing development projects, ACTION: 6. Public Hearing to grant Franchise Agreement Amendment for Electric Bike Share Program with Bay Area Motivate, LLC, a subsidiary of Lyft, 7. Adopt Resolution to upgrade residential and commercial customers to a 100% GHG-Free Electricity Plan (Brilliant 100) and to upgrade Municipal accounts to 100% Renewable (Renewable 100).
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2020/04_Apr/City_Council__04-21-2020_-_Regular_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
1533 Beverly (single family dwelling) 6/2/2020
0 Euclid – Berryman Reservoir TBD
Remanded to ZAB or LPC With 90-Day Deadline
1155-73 Hearst (develop 2 parcels) – referred back to City Council – to be scheduled
Notice of Decision (NOD) With End of Appeal Period
1132 Amador 4/28/2020
2590 Bancroft 4/30/2020
1440 Bonita 4/28/2020
1484 Grizzly Peak 4/30/2020
1476 Keoncrest 4/28/2020
1397 La Loma 4/30/2020
11 Maryland 4/30/2020
74 Oak Ridge 4/30/2020
1231 Ordway 4/28/2020
1315 Peralta 4/28/2020
2418 Sacramento 4/28/2020
2910 Seventh 4/17/2020
2910 Seventh 4/23/2020
1998 Shattuck 4/30/2020
600 Spruce 4/28/2020
1665 Thousand Oaks 4/30/2020
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSHOPS
June 23 – Climate Action Plan/Resiliency Update,
July 21 – Crime Report
Sept 29 – Digital Strategic Plan/FUND$ Replacement Website Update, Zero Waste Priorities
Oct 20 – Update Berkeley’s 2020 Vision, BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Vision 2050
Ohlone History and Culture (special meeting)
Presentation from StopWaste on SB1383
Systems Realignment
_____________________
This meeting list is also posted in the Berkeley Daily Planet under activist’s calendar http://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
April 5 - April 12, 2020
Worth Noting:
All City meetings and events are either by videoconference or teleconference.
Video Updates from the Mayor on COVID-19 will be on Mondays and Wednesdays starting April 6 and will be posted on the Mayor’s YouTube page https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgXaP2idglejM_r7Iv7my6w
Monday – Agenda Committee meets to plan April 21 City Council meeting
Wednesday – Police Review Commission meets to review the proposed charter amendment to establish a Police Board and Director of Police Accountability
Friday – Virtual Berkeley Town Hall look for announcement from Mayor Arreguin with the time
The agenda for the April 14 City Council meeting is available for comment and follows the daily list of meetings.
Sunday, April 5, 2020
The April 14, 2020 City Council Agenda is available for comment for comment email [email protected]
The April 14 City Council Meeting will be conducted by
videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/724407089 and
Teleconference: Dial 1-669-900-9128 and enter Meeting ID: 724 407 089.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2020/04_Apr/City_Council__04-14-2020_-_Regular_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
CONSENT: 1. Contract $93,600 with Sonya Dublin Consulting as external evaluator Tobacco Prevention Program, ends 6/30/2021 2. Contract $104,400 Contingency $38,600 with Lind Marine for removal of derelict and abandoned vessels at Berkeley Marina, 3. Contract add $127,200 total $305,000 with Affordable Painting Services, Inc for additional painting Park Buildings, 4. Contract add $300,000 total $500,000 with Bay Area Tree Specialists for as-needed tree services 5/29/2019 – 5/28/2022, 5. Contract add $204,152 total $375,000 with ERA Construction for concrete repair in parks, 6. Contract $3,491,917 (includes $317,447 contingency) with Ghilotti Construction, Inc for Rose Garden Pergola Reconstruction & Site Improvements, 7. Contract $600,000 with Vol Ten Corporation DBA Delta Charter for bus transportation for Day Camp & Summer Programs 6/1/2020-6/1/2025, 8. Ratify action taken by City Manager during recess to add $250,000 to contract total $2,245,725.99 for rental of Police Dept Substation at 841 Folger/3000 Seventh Street, 9. Add $162,568 total $233,868 with Bigbelly Solar Compacting Trash and Recycling Receptacles term remains 8/1/2018-6/30/2023, 10. 2nd Reading Ronald V. Dellums Fair Chance Access to Housing, 11. Call for Consolidated Nov 3. Election, 12. Approval Minutes, 13. Stephen and Mary Birch Foundation Donation to Animal Shelter, 14. FY 2020 Annual Appropriations $28,565,263 (gross) and $15,378,568 (net) 15. Renewal North Shattuck Business Improvement District, 16. 1601 Oxford Interest Rate Reduction to 1%, 17. Shelter Plus Care Program Renewal Grants, 18. 60-year term Lease Agreement 5/4/2020-12/31/2080 200 Marina Blvd for Doubletree Hotel, Berkeley City contribution $3,000,000 for Marina street improvements, 19. Grant Application $42,000 Surrendered and Abandoned Vessel Exchange, 20. Donation Friends of Marin Circle, 21. Waiver of Annual Marina Berth Fees for Non-profits (Berkeley Racing Canoe Club, Cal Sailing Club, The Pegasus Project, Blue Water Foundation) 22. Contract $39,650,670 (includes 10% contingency, add-alternatives) with Robert E. Boyer Construction, Inc. for Tuolumne Camp, 23. Funding $1,000,000 to EBMUD FY 2020-FY 2024 to control wet weather overflows and bypasses, 24. Vacate sewer easement at 2009 Addison, 25. Contract $2,475,200 (includes 10% contingency) with CF Contracting, Inc for Sacramento Complete Streets, 26. Contract add $300,000 total $450,000 with Clean Harbors, Inc. for Hazardous Waste and extend to 6/30/2022, 27. Contract $4,478,909 with Bay Cities Paving & Grading for Street Rehab FY 2020 Project, 28. Contract add $100,000 total $600,000 with Revel Environmental Manufacturing for on-call Storm Water Maintenance extend to 6/30/2021, 29. Contract up to $240,000 with National Data & Surveying Services for On-call Transportation and Parking Survey Consulting Services, 30. Refer to staff to develop mechanism for more thorough count of homeless persons during 2021 Berkeley Homeless Point-In-Time Count, 31. Appoint Ann Hawkins to Mental Health Commission, 32. Budget Referral $279,000 to Fund Berkeley Youthworks, 33. Pints for Paws Fund raiser – Council discretionary funds, 34. Support SB 54 & AB 1080 CA Circular Economy and Plastic Pollution Reduction Act (only 9% of plastic is recycled, billion tons of plastic are added to the oceans each year), 35. Support SB 1160 Public Utilities undergrounding, ACTION: 36. Public Hearing – General Plan Redesign and Rezone of The Rose Garden Inn at 2740 Telegraph, 2744 Telegraph, 2348 Ward, 37. Public Hearing – Zoning Ordinance Amendment for Family Daycare Homes to comply with Senate Bill 234, 38. Nov 3 Election Ballot Initiative Charter Amendment to establish Police Board and Director of Police Accountability, 39. Ordinance requiring 20% onsite inclusionary units in new rental developments (10 units or more) in Qualified Opportunity Zones (QOZs), 40. BMC 13.78 add prohibition of additional fees for existing tenancies and lease terminations, INFORMATION REPORTS: 41. Public Health Officer’s Order Directing the Placement of COVID-19 Isolation and Quarantine Facilities on Public Property for Homeless Persons, 42. Strategic Plan Performance Measures, 43. Summary of Aging Services, 44. Pathways STAIR FY-6 month evaluation, 45. Parks, Recreation & Waterfront Dept Capital Improvement Projects Update, 46. Measure T1 Update, 47. Audit Recommendation Status 911 Dispatchers, 48. Public Works Planned Projects for FY 2021, 49. Children, Youth and Recreation Commission FY 2020 Work Plan, 50. Civic Arts Grants, 51. Commemorative Program.
_______________________
Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
1533 Beverly (single family dwelling) 6/2/2020
0 Euclid – Berryman Reservoir TBD
Remanded to ZAB or LPC With 90-Day Deadline
1155-73 Hearst (develop 2 parcels) – referred back to City Council – to be scheduled
Notice of Decision (NOD) With End of Appeal Period
2910 Seventh 4/17/2020
2910 Seventh 4/23/2020
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
___________________
WORKSHOPS
May 5 – Budget Update,
June 23 – Climate Action Plan/Resiliency Update,
July 21 – Crime Report
Sept 29 – Digital Strategic Plan/FUND$ Replacement Website Update, Zero Waste Priorities
Oct 20 – Update Berkeley’s 2020 Vision, BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Vision 2050
Ohlone History and Culture (special meeting)
Presentation from StopWaste on SB1383
Systems Realignment
_____________________
_____________________
This meeting list is also posted in the Berkeley Daily Planet under activist’s calendar http://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
When notices of meetings are found that are posted after Friday 5:00 pm they are added to the website schedule https://www.sustainableberkeleycoalition.com/whats-ahead.html and preceded by LATE ENTRY
Worth Noting:
All City meetings and events are either by videoconference or teleconference.
Video Updates from the Mayor on COVID-19 will be on Mondays and Wednesdays starting April 6 and will be posted on the Mayor’s YouTube page https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgXaP2idglejM_r7Iv7my6w
Monday – Agenda Committee meets to plan April 21 City Council meeting
Wednesday – Police Review Commission meets to review the proposed charter amendment to establish a Police Board and Director of Police Accountability
Friday – Virtual Berkeley Town Hall look for announcement from Mayor Arreguin with the time
The agenda for the April 14 City Council meeting is available for comment and follows the daily list of meetings.
Sunday, April 5, 2020
- Bay Area Book Festival – Berkeley Relief Fund Special Event at 3 pm on YouTube with local authors and poets and local book stores https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4Oqcsl8ysEBhFR5S59w8Jw/videos
- Agenda and Rules Committee Special Meeting, 2:30 pm This meeting will be conducted exclusively through videoconference and teleconference VIDEOCONFERENCE: https://zoom.us/j/501404950 If you do not wish for your name to appear on the screen, use the drop down menu and click on “rename” and rename yourself to be anonymous use the “raise your hand” and wait to be recognized to comment TELECONFERENCE: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID 501 404 950 to comment press *9 and wait to be recognized, you will hear your phone number when recognized
- Agenda planning for April 21 City Council meeting: CONSENT: 1. Adopt Resolution Ratifying COVID-19 Local Emergency, 2. Bid Solicitations and RFP, 3. On-Call Landscape Architectural Services for Capital Improvement Projects, 4. FY 2021 Street Lighting Assessments, 5. Letter to Assemblymember Wicks supporting AB 1851eliminating parking requirements on faith-based properties for density bonus qualifying housing development projects, ACTION: 6. Public Hearing to grant Franchise Agreement Amendment for Electric Bike Share Program with Bay Area Motivate, LLC, a subsidiary of Lyft, 7. Adopt Resolution to upgrade residential and commercial customers to a 100% GHG-Free Electricity Plan (Brilliant 100) and to upgrade Municipal accounts to 100% Renewable (Renewable 100). (Agenda Committee packet 192 pages) https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
- No City meetings or events found
- Police Review Commission, 7 pm, This meeting will be conducted exclusively through videoconference and teleconference VIDEOCONFERENCE: https://zoom.us/j/682493239 If you do not wish for your name to appear on the screen, use the drop down menu and click on “rename” and rename yourself to be anonymousTELECONFERENCE: 1-669-900-9128 (listed in agenda as 699-900-9128) Meeting ID 682 493 239 to comment press *9 and wait to be recognized, you will hear your phone number when recognized Agenda: 2. Public Comment on any matter within PRC jurisdiction, 3. Charter Amendment on establishing a Police Board and Director of Police Accountability on April 14 City Council Agenda, a. Presentation by Deputy City Manager David White, b. consider response, 4. Public Comment, 5. Adjourn
- No City meetings or events found
- Virtual Berkeley Town Hall - time not posted - look for notice from Mayor Arreguin for time and details
- No City meetings or events found
- No City meetings or events
The April 14, 2020 City Council Agenda is available for comment for comment email [email protected]
The April 14 City Council Meeting will be conducted by
videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/724407089 and
Teleconference: Dial 1-669-900-9128 and enter Meeting ID: 724 407 089.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2020/04_Apr/City_Council__04-14-2020_-_Regular_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
CONSENT: 1. Contract $93,600 with Sonya Dublin Consulting as external evaluator Tobacco Prevention Program, ends 6/30/2021 2. Contract $104,400 Contingency $38,600 with Lind Marine for removal of derelict and abandoned vessels at Berkeley Marina, 3. Contract add $127,200 total $305,000 with Affordable Painting Services, Inc for additional painting Park Buildings, 4. Contract add $300,000 total $500,000 with Bay Area Tree Specialists for as-needed tree services 5/29/2019 – 5/28/2022, 5. Contract add $204,152 total $375,000 with ERA Construction for concrete repair in parks, 6. Contract $3,491,917 (includes $317,447 contingency) with Ghilotti Construction, Inc for Rose Garden Pergola Reconstruction & Site Improvements, 7. Contract $600,000 with Vol Ten Corporation DBA Delta Charter for bus transportation for Day Camp & Summer Programs 6/1/2020-6/1/2025, 8. Ratify action taken by City Manager during recess to add $250,000 to contract total $2,245,725.99 for rental of Police Dept Substation at 841 Folger/3000 Seventh Street, 9. Add $162,568 total $233,868 with Bigbelly Solar Compacting Trash and Recycling Receptacles term remains 8/1/2018-6/30/2023, 10. 2nd Reading Ronald V. Dellums Fair Chance Access to Housing, 11. Call for Consolidated Nov 3. Election, 12. Approval Minutes, 13. Stephen and Mary Birch Foundation Donation to Animal Shelter, 14. FY 2020 Annual Appropriations $28,565,263 (gross) and $15,378,568 (net) 15. Renewal North Shattuck Business Improvement District, 16. 1601 Oxford Interest Rate Reduction to 1%, 17. Shelter Plus Care Program Renewal Grants, 18. 60-year term Lease Agreement 5/4/2020-12/31/2080 200 Marina Blvd for Doubletree Hotel, Berkeley City contribution $3,000,000 for Marina street improvements, 19. Grant Application $42,000 Surrendered and Abandoned Vessel Exchange, 20. Donation Friends of Marin Circle, 21. Waiver of Annual Marina Berth Fees for Non-profits (Berkeley Racing Canoe Club, Cal Sailing Club, The Pegasus Project, Blue Water Foundation) 22. Contract $39,650,670 (includes 10% contingency, add-alternatives) with Robert E. Boyer Construction, Inc. for Tuolumne Camp, 23. Funding $1,000,000 to EBMUD FY 2020-FY 2024 to control wet weather overflows and bypasses, 24. Vacate sewer easement at 2009 Addison, 25. Contract $2,475,200 (includes 10% contingency) with CF Contracting, Inc for Sacramento Complete Streets, 26. Contract add $300,000 total $450,000 with Clean Harbors, Inc. for Hazardous Waste and extend to 6/30/2022, 27. Contract $4,478,909 with Bay Cities Paving & Grading for Street Rehab FY 2020 Project, 28. Contract add $100,000 total $600,000 with Revel Environmental Manufacturing for on-call Storm Water Maintenance extend to 6/30/2021, 29. Contract up to $240,000 with National Data & Surveying Services for On-call Transportation and Parking Survey Consulting Services, 30. Refer to staff to develop mechanism for more thorough count of homeless persons during 2021 Berkeley Homeless Point-In-Time Count, 31. Appoint Ann Hawkins to Mental Health Commission, 32. Budget Referral $279,000 to Fund Berkeley Youthworks, 33. Pints for Paws Fund raiser – Council discretionary funds, 34. Support SB 54 & AB 1080 CA Circular Economy and Plastic Pollution Reduction Act (only 9% of plastic is recycled, billion tons of plastic are added to the oceans each year), 35. Support SB 1160 Public Utilities undergrounding, ACTION: 36. Public Hearing – General Plan Redesign and Rezone of The Rose Garden Inn at 2740 Telegraph, 2744 Telegraph, 2348 Ward, 37. Public Hearing – Zoning Ordinance Amendment for Family Daycare Homes to comply with Senate Bill 234, 38. Nov 3 Election Ballot Initiative Charter Amendment to establish Police Board and Director of Police Accountability, 39. Ordinance requiring 20% onsite inclusionary units in new rental developments (10 units or more) in Qualified Opportunity Zones (QOZs), 40. BMC 13.78 add prohibition of additional fees for existing tenancies and lease terminations, INFORMATION REPORTS: 41. Public Health Officer’s Order Directing the Placement of COVID-19 Isolation and Quarantine Facilities on Public Property for Homeless Persons, 42. Strategic Plan Performance Measures, 43. Summary of Aging Services, 44. Pathways STAIR FY-6 month evaluation, 45. Parks, Recreation & Waterfront Dept Capital Improvement Projects Update, 46. Measure T1 Update, 47. Audit Recommendation Status 911 Dispatchers, 48. Public Works Planned Projects for FY 2021, 49. Children, Youth and Recreation Commission FY 2020 Work Plan, 50. Civic Arts Grants, 51. Commemorative Program.
_______________________
Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
1533 Beverly (single family dwelling) 6/2/2020
0 Euclid – Berryman Reservoir TBD
Remanded to ZAB or LPC With 90-Day Deadline
1155-73 Hearst (develop 2 parcels) – referred back to City Council – to be scheduled
Notice of Decision (NOD) With End of Appeal Period
2910 Seventh 4/17/2020
2910 Seventh 4/23/2020
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
___________________
WORKSHOPS
May 5 – Budget Update,
June 23 – Climate Action Plan/Resiliency Update,
July 21 – Crime Report
Sept 29 – Digital Strategic Plan/FUND$ Replacement Website Update, Zero Waste Priorities
Oct 20 – Update Berkeley’s 2020 Vision, BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Vision 2050
Ohlone History and Culture (special meeting)
Presentation from StopWaste on SB1383
Systems Realignment
_____________________
_____________________
This meeting list is also posted in the Berkeley Daily Planet under activist’s calendar http://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
When notices of meetings are found that are posted after Friday 5:00 pm they are added to the website schedule https://www.sustainableberkeleycoalition.com/whats-ahead.html and preceded by LATE ENTRY
March 29 - April 5, 2020
Worth Noting:
The only City meeting scheduled for the week of March 29 – April 5 is the Agenda and Rules Committee at 2:30 pm Monday, March 30 which will review the proposed agenda for the April 14 City Council meeting.
The Agenda meeting will be conducted exclusively through videoconference https://zoom.us/i/269315640 and teleconference correction 1-669-900-9128 meeting ID: 269315640 if you wish to comment *9 (your phone number will appear on the videoconference screen).
The Agenda Meeting Packet is 334 pages. The proposed April 14 agenda is found on pages 11 – 29. The Consent items are primarily contracts. The Action calendar includes: 40. Opting up residential and commercial customers of EBCE (East Bay Community Energy) to Brilliant 100 and Municipal accounts to Renewable 100 (completely 100% renewable). 41. Requiring 20% inclusionary units in new developments in Qualified Opportunity Zones. 42. – 45. Are the proposals on eliminating carbon based fuel transportation by 2040 and 2045. These goals miss the 2018 IPCC warnings and actions that need to be taken by 2030.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
All other policy committees, board and commission meetings are cancelled. The Agenda and Rules committee will re-evaluate the status of Boards and Commissions on April 13.
Monday, March 30, 2020
Agenda and Rules Committee, 2:30 pm, Meeting Agenda planning for April 14 City Council meeting:
CONSENT: 1. Contract $93,600 with Sonya Dublin Consulting as external evaluator Tobacco Prevention Program, ends 6/30/2021 2. Contract $104,400 Contingency $38,600 with Lind Marine for removal of derelict and abandoned vessels at Berkeley Marina, 3. Contract add $127,200 total $305,000 with Affordable Painting Services, Inc for additional painting Park Buildings, 4. Contract add $300,000 total $500,000 with Bay Area Tree Specialists for as-needed tree services 5/29/2019 – 5/28/2022, 5. Contract add $204,152 total $375,000 with ERA Construction for concrete repair in parks, 6. Contract $3,491,917 (includes $317,447 contingency) with Ghilotti Construction, Inc for Rose Garden Pergola Reconstruction & Site Improvements, 7. Contract $600,000 with Vol Ten Corporation DBA Delta Charter for bus transportation for Day Camp & Summer Programs 6/1/2020-6/1/2025, 8. Add $162,568 total $233,868 with Bigbelly Solar Compacting Trash and Recycling Receptacles term remains 8/1/2018-6/30/2023, 10. Call for Consolidated Nov 3. Election, 13. FY 2020 Annual Appropriations $28,565,263 (gross) and $15,378,568 (net) 14. Renewal North Shattuck Business Improvement District, 15. 1601 Oxford Interest Rate Reduction to 1%, 16. Shelter Plus Care Program Renewal Grants, 17. 60-year term Lease Agreement 5/4/2020-12/31/2080 200 Marina Blvd for Doubletree Hotel, Berkeley City contribution $3,000,000 for Marina street improvements, 18. Grant Application $42,000 Surrendered and Abandoned Vessel Exchange, 20. Waiver of Annual Marina Berth Fees for Non-profits (Berkeley Racing Canoe Club, Cal Sailing Club, The Pegasus Project, Blue Water Foundation) 21. Contract $39,650,670 (includes 10% contingency, add-alternatives) with Robert E. Boyer Construction, Inc. for Tuolumne Camp, 22. Funding $1,000,000 to EBMUD FY 2020-FY 2024 to control wet weather overflows and bypasses, 23. Vacate sewer easement at 2009 Addison, 24. Contract $2,475,200 (includes 10% contingency) with CF Contracting, Inc for Sacramento Complete Streets, 25. Contract add $300,000 total $450,000 with Clean Harbors, Inc. for Hazardous Waste and extend to 6/30/2022, 26. Contract $4,478,909 with Bay Cities Paving & Grading for Street Rehab FY 2020 Project, 27. Contract add $100,000 total $600,000 with Revel Environmental Manufacturing for on-call Storm Water Maintenance extend to 6/30/2021, 28. Contract $116,635.39 (includes $19,439.23 contingency) with Shaw Industries for Civic Center Building Carpet Replacement, 29. Contract up to $240,000 with National Data & Surveying Services for On-call Transportation and Parking Survey Consulting Services, 30. Refer to City Manager education for businesses on Service Animals, 31. Appoint Ann Hawkins to Mental Health Commission, 33. Budget Referral $279,000 to Fund Berkeley Youthworks, 35. Support SB 54 & AB 1080 CA Circular Economy and Plastic Pollution Reduction Act (only 9% of plastic is recycled, billion tons of plastic are added to the oceans each year), 36. Support SB 1160 Public Utilities undergrounding,
ACTION: 37. Public Hearing – General Plan Redesign and Rezone of The Rose Garden Inn at 2740 Telegraph, 2744 Telegraph, 2348 Ward, 38. Public Hearing – Zoning Ordinance Amendment for Family Daycare Homes to comply with Senate Bill 234, 39. Nov 3 Election Ballot Initiative Charter Amendment to establish Police Board and Director of Police Accountability, 40. Resolution to Upgrade Residential and Commercial Customers to 100% Greenhouse Gas Emission Free Electricity Plan (Brilliant 100), Upgrade Municipal Accounts to 100% Renewable, 41. Ordinance requiring 20% onsite inclusionary units in new rental developments (10 units or more) in Qualified Opportunity Zones (QOZs), 42. Resolution 100% Sustainable Trips by 2045 and referral to CEAC, Energy and Transportation Commissions to develop proposals to accomplish this goal, 43. Prohibit sale of gas, diesel and other carbon-based transportation fuels effective Jan 1, 2045, 44. Prohibit resale of used combustion vehicles in 2040, 45. Prohibit use of City Streets for operating, parking or idling combustion vehicles by 2045, 46. Develop Improved Plan/Mechanism to count Homeless in 2021 Berkeley Homeless Point-in-Time count, 47. a.&b. Peoples First Sanctuary Encampment, 48. Rental Discrimination on the basis of payment through vouchers or subsidy a. Homeless Commission Recommends amending BMC 13.31 to provide administrative procedure to enforce anti-discrimination b. City Manager – no action, 49. BMC 13.78 add prohibition of additional fees for existing tenancies and lease terminations50. Open West Campus Pool and MLK Jr Pool to implement shower program during COVID 19 Pandemic,
INFORMATION REPORTS: 51. Strategic Plan Performance Measures, 52. Summary of Aging Services, 53. Pathways STAIR FY-6 month evaluation, 54. Parks, Recreation & Waterfront Dept Capital Improvement Projects Update, 55. Measure T1 Update, 56. Audit Recommendation Status 911 Dispatchers, 57. Public Works Planned Projects for FY 2021,
_____________________
Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
1533 Beverly (single family dwelling) TBD
0 Euclid – Berryman Reservoir TBD
Remanded to ZAB or LPC With 90-Day Deadline
1155-73 Hearst (develop 2 parcels) – referred back to City Council – to be scheduled
Notice of Decision (NOD) With End of Appeal Period
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspxhttps://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
___________________
WORKSHOPS
May 5 – Budget Update, Crime Report
June 23 – Climate Action Plan/Resiliency Update,
July 21 – no workshops scheduled yet
Sept 29 – Digital Strategic Plan/FUND$ Replacement Website Update, Zero Waste Priorities
Oct 20 – Update Berkeley’s 2020 Vision, BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Vision 2050
Ohlone History and Culture (special meeting)
Presentation from StopWaste on SB1383
Systems Realignment
_____________________
This meeting list is also posted in the Berkeley Daily Planet under activist’s calendar http://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
Worth Noting:
The only City meeting scheduled for the week of March 29 – April 5 is the Agenda and Rules Committee at 2:30 pm Monday, March 30 which will review the proposed agenda for the April 14 City Council meeting.
The Agenda meeting will be conducted exclusively through videoconference https://zoom.us/i/269315640 and teleconference correction 1-669-900-9128 meeting ID: 269315640 if you wish to comment *9 (your phone number will appear on the videoconference screen).
The Agenda Meeting Packet is 334 pages. The proposed April 14 agenda is found on pages 11 – 29. The Consent items are primarily contracts. The Action calendar includes: 40. Opting up residential and commercial customers of EBCE (East Bay Community Energy) to Brilliant 100 and Municipal accounts to Renewable 100 (completely 100% renewable). 41. Requiring 20% inclusionary units in new developments in Qualified Opportunity Zones. 42. – 45. Are the proposals on eliminating carbon based fuel transportation by 2040 and 2045. These goals miss the 2018 IPCC warnings and actions that need to be taken by 2030.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
All other policy committees, board and commission meetings are cancelled. The Agenda and Rules committee will re-evaluate the status of Boards and Commissions on April 13.
Monday, March 30, 2020
Agenda and Rules Committee, 2:30 pm, Meeting Agenda planning for April 14 City Council meeting:
CONSENT: 1. Contract $93,600 with Sonya Dublin Consulting as external evaluator Tobacco Prevention Program, ends 6/30/2021 2. Contract $104,400 Contingency $38,600 with Lind Marine for removal of derelict and abandoned vessels at Berkeley Marina, 3. Contract add $127,200 total $305,000 with Affordable Painting Services, Inc for additional painting Park Buildings, 4. Contract add $300,000 total $500,000 with Bay Area Tree Specialists for as-needed tree services 5/29/2019 – 5/28/2022, 5. Contract add $204,152 total $375,000 with ERA Construction for concrete repair in parks, 6. Contract $3,491,917 (includes $317,447 contingency) with Ghilotti Construction, Inc for Rose Garden Pergola Reconstruction & Site Improvements, 7. Contract $600,000 with Vol Ten Corporation DBA Delta Charter for bus transportation for Day Camp & Summer Programs 6/1/2020-6/1/2025, 8. Add $162,568 total $233,868 with Bigbelly Solar Compacting Trash and Recycling Receptacles term remains 8/1/2018-6/30/2023, 10. Call for Consolidated Nov 3. Election, 13. FY 2020 Annual Appropriations $28,565,263 (gross) and $15,378,568 (net) 14. Renewal North Shattuck Business Improvement District, 15. 1601 Oxford Interest Rate Reduction to 1%, 16. Shelter Plus Care Program Renewal Grants, 17. 60-year term Lease Agreement 5/4/2020-12/31/2080 200 Marina Blvd for Doubletree Hotel, Berkeley City contribution $3,000,000 for Marina street improvements, 18. Grant Application $42,000 Surrendered and Abandoned Vessel Exchange, 20. Waiver of Annual Marina Berth Fees for Non-profits (Berkeley Racing Canoe Club, Cal Sailing Club, The Pegasus Project, Blue Water Foundation) 21. Contract $39,650,670 (includes 10% contingency, add-alternatives) with Robert E. Boyer Construction, Inc. for Tuolumne Camp, 22. Funding $1,000,000 to EBMUD FY 2020-FY 2024 to control wet weather overflows and bypasses, 23. Vacate sewer easement at 2009 Addison, 24. Contract $2,475,200 (includes 10% contingency) with CF Contracting, Inc for Sacramento Complete Streets, 25. Contract add $300,000 total $450,000 with Clean Harbors, Inc. for Hazardous Waste and extend to 6/30/2022, 26. Contract $4,478,909 with Bay Cities Paving & Grading for Street Rehab FY 2020 Project, 27. Contract add $100,000 total $600,000 with Revel Environmental Manufacturing for on-call Storm Water Maintenance extend to 6/30/2021, 28. Contract $116,635.39 (includes $19,439.23 contingency) with Shaw Industries for Civic Center Building Carpet Replacement, 29. Contract up to $240,000 with National Data & Surveying Services for On-call Transportation and Parking Survey Consulting Services, 30. Refer to City Manager education for businesses on Service Animals, 31. Appoint Ann Hawkins to Mental Health Commission, 33. Budget Referral $279,000 to Fund Berkeley Youthworks, 35. Support SB 54 & AB 1080 CA Circular Economy and Plastic Pollution Reduction Act (only 9% of plastic is recycled, billion tons of plastic are added to the oceans each year), 36. Support SB 1160 Public Utilities undergrounding,
ACTION: 37. Public Hearing – General Plan Redesign and Rezone of The Rose Garden Inn at 2740 Telegraph, 2744 Telegraph, 2348 Ward, 38. Public Hearing – Zoning Ordinance Amendment for Family Daycare Homes to comply with Senate Bill 234, 39. Nov 3 Election Ballot Initiative Charter Amendment to establish Police Board and Director of Police Accountability, 40. Resolution to Upgrade Residential and Commercial Customers to 100% Greenhouse Gas Emission Free Electricity Plan (Brilliant 100), Upgrade Municipal Accounts to 100% Renewable, 41. Ordinance requiring 20% onsite inclusionary units in new rental developments (10 units or more) in Qualified Opportunity Zones (QOZs), 42. Resolution 100% Sustainable Trips by 2045 and referral to CEAC, Energy and Transportation Commissions to develop proposals to accomplish this goal, 43. Prohibit sale of gas, diesel and other carbon-based transportation fuels effective Jan 1, 2045, 44. Prohibit resale of used combustion vehicles in 2040, 45. Prohibit use of City Streets for operating, parking or idling combustion vehicles by 2045, 46. Develop Improved Plan/Mechanism to count Homeless in 2021 Berkeley Homeless Point-in-Time count, 47. a.&b. Peoples First Sanctuary Encampment, 48. Rental Discrimination on the basis of payment through vouchers or subsidy a. Homeless Commission Recommends amending BMC 13.31 to provide administrative procedure to enforce anti-discrimination b. City Manager – no action, 49. BMC 13.78 add prohibition of additional fees for existing tenancies and lease terminations50. Open West Campus Pool and MLK Jr Pool to implement shower program during COVID 19 Pandemic,
INFORMATION REPORTS: 51. Strategic Plan Performance Measures, 52. Summary of Aging Services, 53. Pathways STAIR FY-6 month evaluation, 54. Parks, Recreation & Waterfront Dept Capital Improvement Projects Update, 55. Measure T1 Update, 56. Audit Recommendation Status 911 Dispatchers, 57. Public Works Planned Projects for FY 2021,
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
1533 Beverly (single family dwelling) TBD
0 Euclid – Berryman Reservoir TBD
Remanded to ZAB or LPC With 90-Day Deadline
1155-73 Hearst (develop 2 parcels) – referred back to City Council – to be scheduled
Notice of Decision (NOD) With End of Appeal Period
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspxhttps://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSHOPS
May 5 – Budget Update, Crime Report
June 23 – Climate Action Plan/Resiliency Update,
July 21 – no workshops scheduled yet
Sept 29 – Digital Strategic Plan/FUND$ Replacement Website Update, Zero Waste Priorities
Oct 20 – Update Berkeley’s 2020 Vision, BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Vision 2050
Ohlone History and Culture (special meeting)
Presentation from StopWaste on SB1383
Systems Realignment
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This meeting list is also posted in the Berkeley Daily Planet under activist’s calendar http://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
March 22 - March 29, 2020 - COVID - 19 - Shelter in Place Order, No City Meetings
March 15 - March 22, 2020
ADDED MARCH 16, 2020
A special City Council meeting in response to the COVID-19 pandemic is scheduled for March 17, 2020 at 6 pm. The meeting can be viewed via live webcast https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
All other Berkeley City meetings and events have been cancelled. The Design Review Committee and the Zoning Adjustment Board will not meet. The City Council March 24th meeting is cancelled.
The Shelter in Place (stay inside) order for all residents (except those providing essential services) begins March 17, 12:01 am and lasts through April 7 and includes Alameda, San Francisco, Santa Clara, San Mateo, Marin, and Contra Costa Counties.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/City_Manager/Press_Releases/2020/2020-03-16-health-officers-order-residents-to-stay-home/
Worth Noting:
CLOSED TO PUBLIC ACCESS STARTING MARCH 16 - Public Library – Saturday, March 14 – The Board of Library Trustees is holding an Emergency Meeting, 1:30 pm, at 2090 Kittredge, 3rd floor Community Room, Central Library, Agenda: Approve resolution to suspend public access to Library facilities during the COVID-19 state of emergency.
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
Expect more meetings to be cancelled – to check if a meeting/event has been cancelled since this posting, the contact person is listed.
The City Council March 24 meeting agenda is available for comment and follows the list of City meetings.
The memo from the City Clerk listing which Boards and Commissions may continue to meet if they have time-sensitive, legally mandated business to complete, as determined by the Director of Emergency Services and which are cancelled follows the March 24 City Council agenda.
Sunday, March 15, 2020
- No City meetings or events found
- CANCELLED - Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board – Budget & Personnel Committee, 5:30 pm, at 2001 Center, Law Library, 2nd floor, Contact: Aimee Mueller, 510.981.4932, 5. Update RFP for new integrated database system, members may participate via teleconference. http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
- CANCELLED - Measure O Bond Oversight Committee, at 2180 Milvia, Cypress Room, still listed as meeting even though it is in the City Clerk memo list of meetings to be cancelled, Contact: Amy Davidson, Secretary, 510.981.5406, [email protected], Agenda: 6.a. Use of Measure O for Housing Trust Fund Projects, b. Housing Trust Fund Approvals (Resolution 69,231-N.S.), c. Issuance of $38M in Measure O Bond Funds. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Measure_O_Bond_Oversight_Committee.aspx
- CANCELLED - Tax the Rich Rally
- BERKELEY CITY COUNCIL - https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
- TELECOM MEETING CANCELLED - Berkeley City Council Special meeting
- THE COMMUNITY CALENDAR SHOWS NEW SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS SCHEDULED FOR MARCH 17
- NEW POSTING - Berkeley City Council Special Meeting, Tuesday, March 17, 6:00 pm, 1231 Addison Street, BUSD Board Room, Agenda - Action: 1. Adopt Resolution ratifying the recommendations issued by the Director of Emergency Services and Public Health Officer regarding meetings of legislative bodies in response to COVID-19 pandemic. 2. Urgency Ordinance – COVID-19 Emergency Response Ordinance to provide protections to residential tenants against evictions during the declared state of emergency to preserve the health and safety of the Berkeley Community, 3. Berkeley COVID-19 Relief Fund and Expanding Flexible Housing Pool, Refer to City Manager to consider the creation of tax-exempt special fund at up to $3 million to provide gap resources which to be matched with grants or philanthropic donations to provide gap assistance to renters, small businesses and arts organizations significantly impacted by COVID-19 state of emergency, 4. Strategies for Special Populations during COVID-19 Crisis, Refer to City Manager to develop and implement strategies to address the needs of populations in Berkeley who face unique challenges
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2020/03_Mar/City_Council__03-17-2020_-_Special_Meeting_Agenda(COVID-19).aspx
- NEW POSTING - Berkeley City Council Special Meeting, Tuesday, March 17, 6:00 pm, 1231 Addison Street, BUSD Board Room, Agenda - Action: 1. Adopt Resolution ratifying the recommendations issued by the Director of Emergency Services and Public Health Officer regarding meetings of legislative bodies in response to COVID-19 pandemic. 2. Urgency Ordinance – COVID-19 Emergency Response Ordinance to provide protections to residential tenants against evictions during the declared state of emergency to preserve the health and safety of the Berkeley Community, 3. Berkeley COVID-19 Relief Fund and Expanding Flexible Housing Pool, Refer to City Manager to consider the creation of tax-exempt special fund at up to $3 million to provide gap resources which to be matched with grants or philanthropic donations to provide gap assistance to renters, small businesses and arts organizations significantly impacted by COVID-19 state of emergency, 4. Strategies for Special Populations during COVID-19 Crisis, Refer to City Manager to develop and implement strategies to address the needs of populations in Berkeley who face unique challenges
- CANCELLED - Human Welfare and Community Action Commission still listed as meeting even though it is in the City Clerk memo list of meetings to be cancelled, – expect this meeting to be cancelled Contact: Mary-Claire Katz, Secretary, 510.981.5414, [email protected] https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Human_Welfare_and_Community_Action_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- CANCELLED - Planning Commission Adeline Corridor Specific Plan Subcommittee, 7 – 11:30 pm at 2939 Ellis, Henry Ramsey Jr. South Berkeley Senior Center, Contact: Alisa Shen 510.981.7409 Agenda: Finalize Subcommittee Recommendations to Planning Commission II. Staff Presentation Revised Adeline Corridor Zoning Text and Plan, (Planning Commission – full Commission is not meeting) https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- CANCELLED - Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board, 7 – 11 pm, at 1231 Addison St, No Agenda Posted, check website before going or call 510.981.7368. http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
- CANCELLED - Design Review Committee, 7 – 10 pm at 1947 Center St, Basement Multi-purpose Room, Contact: Anne Burns, Secretary, 510.981.7415, [email protected], https://www.cityofberkeley.info/designreview/
- 2028 Bancroft Way – Final Design Review – relocate 3-story residential building to 1940 Haste, construct 6-story residential building, 37 dwellings (including 2 below market rate), adjacent to 2025 Durant, convert existing parking into 2 residential units,
- 1717 University – Final Design Review – add 1 studio unit, project total 5-story, 29 dwellings, 6 auto and 40 bicycle parking spaces
- 2023 Shattuck – Preliminary Design Review – demolish remaining fire-damaged structure, construct 7-story mixed use with 48 dwellings (including 4 very low income) no parking, storage for 34 bicycles
- 2099 MLK Jr Way – Preliminary Design Review – construct 7-story, 72 dwellings (including 5 very low income) 12 parking spaces, storage for 38 bicycles
- 2795 San Pablo – Preliminary Design Review – demolish single family residence, construct 3-story, 4 unit residential building with 4 vehicle parking spaces
- CANCELLED - Open Government Commission and Fair Campaign Practices Committee (meet concurrently), 7 pm at 2180 Milvia, Cypress Room, Contact: Sam Harvey, Secretary, 510.981.6998, [email protected], Agenda: 6 Public Campaign Financing http://www.cityofberkeley.info/opengovermentcommission/
- CANCELLED - City Council Facilities, Infrastructure, Transportation, Environment & Sustainability Committee
- No City meetings/events listed
- CANCELLED - Willard Clubhouse Community Meeting, 10 am – 12 pm, at 2720 Hillegass @ Derby, Agenda: meet design team members, and provide feedback for Willard Clubhouse, meeting still listed Contact: Wendy Wellbrock, 510.981.6700 https://www.cityofberkeley.info/MeasureT1/
- CANCELLED - John Lee Invitational Co—Rec Softball Tournament is still listed as occurring 8 am – 9 pm Saturday and Sunday Contact: Wayne Munson, 510.981.5152, [email protected]
CANCELLED - John Lee Invitational Co—Rec Softball Tournament is still listed as occurring 8 am – 9 pm Saturday and Sunday Contact: Wayne Munson, 510.981.5152, [email protected]
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MARCH 24TH CITY COUNCIL MEETING CANCELLED - City Council March 24 Council meeting agenda,
To comment email: [email protected]
CONSENT: 1. Ronald V. Dellums Fair Chance Access to Housing – 2nd reading, 2. November election d. policies for candidate statements, 4. Annual appropriations $28,565263(gross) $15,378,568(net), 7. Contract $93,600 with Sonya Dublin External Evaluator Tobacco Prevention Program thru 6/30/2021, 8. Contract $143,000 ($38,000 contingency) with Lind Marine for removal and disposal derelict and abandoned vessels, 9. Contract add $210,000 total $305,000 with Affordable Painting Services, Inc. for Park Buildings, 10. Add $300,000 total $500,000 with Bay Area Tree Specialists as needed tree services, 11. Add $300,000 total $375,000with ERA Construction Inc for concrete repair in Parks and along Pathways, 12. Contract $3,491,917 (includes $317,447 contingency) with Ghilotti Construction, Inc for Brose Garden Pergola Reconstruction & Site Improvements, 13. Contract $600,000 with Vol Ten Corporation DBA Delta Charter for bus transportation for Day Camp & Summer Programs 6/1/2020-6/1/2025, 14. 60-year term Lease Agreement 5/4/2020-12/31/2080 200 Marina Blvd for Doubletree Hotel, Berkeley City contribution $3,000,000 for Marina street improvements, 15. Add $162,568 total $233,868 with Bigbelly Solar Compacting Trash and Recycling Receptacles term remains 8/1/2018-6/30/2023, 16. Funding $1,000,000 to EBMUD FY 2020-FY 2024 to control wet weather overflows and bypasses, 17. Vacate sewer easement at 2009 Addison, 19. Budget Referral $279,000 to Fund Berkeley Youthworks, 20. Support SB 54 & AB 1080 CA Circular Economy and Plastic Pollution Reduction Act (only 9% of plastic is recycled, billion tons of plastic are added to the oceans each year), 21. Support SB 1160 Public Utilities undergrounding, ACTION: 22. Redesign and Redesign Rose Garden Inn, 23. Zoning Ordinance Hearing for Family Daycare Homes to comply with SB 234, 24. Ballot Initiative Charter Amendment to Establish Police Board and Director of Police Accountability, 25. Renaming Shattuck (east) Center – University, 26. Upgrade Residential and Commercial Customers to 100% Renewable, 27. Require Inclusionary Units (20%) in new developments (10 or more units) in Qualified Opportunity Zones, INFORMATION: 28. FY2020 Mid-year Budget Update, 30. Audit Recommendation Status 911 Dispatchers, 31. Children, Youth, and Recreation Commission WorkPlan, 32. Civic Arts Grants Program, 33. Council Referral-Commemorative Tree Program.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
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Memo from the City Clerk:
Limitations now in effect for Berkeley Boards and Commissions:
Commissions in Category A may continue to meet if they have time-sensitive, legally mandated business to complete, as determined by the Director of Emergency Services.
Category A
Design Review Committee
Fair Campaign Practices Commission
Joint Subcommittee on the Implementation of State Housing Laws
Landmarks Preservation Commission
Open Government Commission
Personnel Board
Planning Commission
Police Review Commission
Zoning Adjustments Board
Commissions in Category B shall not meet for a period of 60 days. This will be re-evaluated at the Agenda & Rules Committee meeting on April 13, 2020. A Commission in Category B may convene a meeting if it has time-sensitive, legally-mandated business to complete, as determined by the Director of Emergency Services.
Category B
Animal Care Commission
Cannabis Commission
Civic Arts Commission
Children, Youth, and Recreation Commission
Commission on Aging
Commission on Disability
Commission on Labor
Commission on the Status of Women
Community Environmental Advisory Commission
Community Health Commission
Disaster and Fire Safety Commission
Elmwood Business Improvement District Advisory Board
Energy Commission
Homeless Commission
Homeless Services Panel of Experts
Housing Advisory Commission
Human Welfare and Community Action Commission
Measure O Bond Oversight Committee
Mental Health Commission
Parks and Waterfront Commission
Peace and Justice Commission
Public Works Commission
Solano Avenue Business Improvement District Advisory Board
Sugar-Sweetened Beverage Product Panel of Experts
Transportation Commission
Youth Commission
Zero Waste Commission
Loan Administration Board
Mark Numainville
City Clerk
City of Berkeley
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
0 Euclid – Berryman Reservoir TBD
Remanded to ZAB or LPC With 90-Day Deadline
1155-73 Hearst (develop 2 parcels) – referred back to City Council – to be scheduled
Notice of Decision (NOD) With End of Appeal Period
1132 Amador 3/30/2020
1440 Bonita 3/26/2020
1484 Grizzly Peak 3/24/2020
1397 La Loma 3/26/2020
74 Oak Ridge 3/19/2020
1231 Ordway 3/17/2020
1919 Oregon 3/16/2020
1315 Peralta 3/17/2020
2418 Sacramento 3/18/2020
2920 Seventh 3/16/2020
1998 Shattuck 3/26/2020
1665 Thousand Oaks 3/26/2020
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSHOPS
March 17 –CANCELLED watch for rescheduling - CIP Update (PRW and Public Works), Measure T1 Update
May 5 – Budget Update, Crime Report
June 23 – Climate Action Plan/Resiliency Update, Digital Strategic Plan/FUND$ Replacement Website Update
July 21– no workshops scheduled “yet”
Sept 29 – Digital Strategic Plan/FUND$ Replacement/Website Update
Oct 20 – Update Berkeley’s 2020 Vision, BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Vision 2050
Ohlone History and Culture)special meeting)
Systems Realignment
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This meeting list is also posted in the Berkeley Daily Planet under activist’s calendar http://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
If you wish to stop receiving the Weekly Summary of City Meetings please forward the weekly summary you received to [email protected], Worth Noting:
A special City Council meeting in response to the COVID-19 pandemic is scheduled for March 17, 2020 at 6 pm. The meeting can be viewed via live webcast https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
All other Berkeley City meetings and events have been cancelled. The Design Review Committee and the Zoning Adjustment Board will not meet. The City Council March 24th meeting is cancelled.
The Shelter in Place (stay inside) order for all residents (except those providing essential services) begins March 17, 12:01 am and lasts through April 7 and includes Alameda, San Francisco, Santa Clara, San Mateo, Marin, and Contra Costa Counties.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/City_Manager/Press_Releases/2020/2020-03-16-health-officers-order-residents-to-stay-home/
Tuesday, March 17, 2020
Berkeley City Council Special Meeting, Tuesday, March 17, 6:00 pm, 1231 Addison Street, BUSD Board Room, Agenda - Action: 1. Adopt Resolution ratifying the recommendations issued by the Director of Emergency Services and Public Health Officer regarding meetings of legislative bodies in response to COVID-19 pandemic. 2. Urgency Ordinance – COVID-19 Emergency Response Ordinance to provide protections to residential tenants against evictions during the declared state of emergency to preserve the health and safety of the Berkeley Community, 3. Berkeley COVID-19 Relief Fund and Expanding Flexible Housing Pool, Refer to City Manager to consider the creation of tax-exempt special fund at up to $3 million to provide gap resources which to be matched with grants or philanthropic donations to provide gap assistance to renters, small businesses and arts organizations significantly impacted by COVID-19 state of emergency, 4. Strategies for Special Populations during COVID-19 Crisis, Refer to City Manager to develop and implement strategies to address the needs of populations in Berkeley who face unique challenges
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2020/03_Mar/City_Council__03-17-2020_-_Special_Meeting_Agenda(COVID-19).aspx
March 8 - March 15, 2020
Worth Noting and Responding with phone call or email:
As of this writing, (Saturday morning), no Berkeley City meetings have been canceled due to Covid-19. In fact, another meeting announcement arrived as this was being finalized.
Future
Sunday, March 8, 2020 - Daylight Savings Begins - Spring Forward
Agenda and Rules Committee, 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm, at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Room, Agenda Planning for March 24 Council meeting: CONSENT: 1. November election d. policies for candidate statements, 3. Annual appropriations $28,565263(gross) $15,378,568(net), 6. Contract $93,600 with Sonya Dublin External Evaluator Tobacco Prevention Program thru 6/30/2021, 7. Contract $143,000 ($38,000 contingency) with Lind Marine for removal and disposal derelict and abandoned vessels, 8.Contract add $210,000 total $305,000 with Affordable Painting Services, Inc. for Park Buildings, 9. Add $300,000 total $500,000with Bay Area Tree Specialists as needed tree services, 10. Add $300,000 total $375,000with ERA Construction Inc for concrete repair in Parks and along Pathways, 11. Contract $3,491,917 (includes $317,447 contingency) with Ghilotti Construction, Inc for Brose Garden Pergola Reconstruction & Site Improvements, 12. Contract $485,000 with Vol Ten Corporation DBA Delta Charter for bus transportation for Day Camp & Summer Programs 6/1/2020-6/1/2025, 13. 60-year term Lease Agreement 5/4/2020-12/31/2080 200 Marina Blvd for Doubletree Hotel City contribution $3,000,000 for Marina street improvements, 14. Add $162,568 total $233,868 with Bigbelly Solar Compacting Trash and Recycling Receptacles term remains 8/1/2018-6/30/2023, 15. Funding $1,000,000 to EBMUD FY 2020-FY 2024 to control wet weather overflows and bypasses, 18. Support SB 54 & AB 1080 CA Circular Economy and Plastic Pollution Reduction Act (only 9% of plastic is recycled, 18 billion tons of plastic are added to the oceans each year), 19. Support SB 1160 Public Utilities undergrounding, ACTION: 20. Redesign and Redesign Rose Garden Inn, 21. Zoning Ordinance Hearing for Family Daycare Homes to comply with SB 234, 22. Ballot Initiative Charter Amendment to Establish Police Board and Director of Police Accountability, 23. Renaming Shattuck (east) Center – University, 24. Upgrade Residential and Commercial Customers to 100% Renewable, 25. Require Inclusionary Units (20%) in new developments (10 or more units) in Qualified Opportunity Zones, 26. Budget Referral $153,000 to Fund Berkeley Youthworks, INFORMATION: 27. FY2020 Mid-year Budget Update, 29. Audit Recommendation Status 911 Dispatchers, 30. Children, Youth, and Recreation Commission WorkPlan, 31. Civic Arts Grants Program, 32. Council Referral-Commemorative Tree Program.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
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WORKSHOPS
This meeting list is also posted in the Berkeley Daily Planet under activist’s calendar http://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
If you wish to stop receiving the Weekly Summary of City Meetings please forward the weekly summary you received to [email protected],
Worth Noting and Responding with phone call or email:
As of this writing, (Saturday morning), no Berkeley City meetings have been canceled due to Covid-19. In fact, another meeting announcement arrived as this was being finalized.
- Monday – Agenda Committee at 2:30 pm is the plan for March 24 City Council meeting. #22. is the proposed Charter amendment to establish a Police Board. There are no documents in the agenda packet describing the proposed new Police Board.
- Tuesday – Regular City Council meeting at 6 pm includes #23. Emergency Outdoor Shelter and 24. Fair Chance Housing (ban the box for housing).
- Wednesday – Kate Harrison will be at the Homeless Commission at 7 pm to answer questions about the Emergency Outdoor Shelter
- Thursday –.#2 in the 10 am Budget Committee agenda is accepting Cryptocurrency as tax payment. There will be a community meeting at 7 pm on the “revitalization” of North Berkeley. The Police Commission at 7 pm will be discussing scheduling a special meeting regarding the Charter amendment, not the content of the amendment
Future
- March 17, 4 pm - Special City Council meeting agenda: 1. Adoption of Ordinance Excavation for Video and Telecommunications systems and revised guidelines for issuance of Public Right-of-Way Permits, 2. Updating Telecom Ordinances. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Sunday, March 8, 2020 - Daylight Savings Begins - Spring Forward
- No City meetings or events found
- City Council Health, Life Enrichment, Equity & Community Committee, 10 am, at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Room, Agenda: 2. Listening session Homeless, 3. Healthy Checkout (removing junk food from checkout, 4. a.&b. Modify Policies Related to Enforcement of Berkeley Smoke-Free Multi-Unit Housing Ordinance, 5. a.&b. Smoke free multi-unit housing, a. make complaint process easier, increase staffing for enforcement, referrals on whether to include cannabis b. City Manager requests referral for financial and legal analysis https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Health,_Life_Enrichment,_Equity___Community.aspx
- Agenda and Rules Committee, 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm, at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Room, Agenda Planning for March 24 Council meeting: CONSENT: 7. Contract $143,000 ($38,000 contingency) with Lind Marine for removal and disposal derelict and abandoned vessels, 8.Contract add $210,000 total $305,000 with Affordable Painting Services, Inc. for Park Buildings, 11. Contract $3,491,917 (includes $317,447 contingency) with Ghilotti Construction, Inc for Brose Garden Pergola Reconstruction & Site Improvements, 13. 60-year term Lease Agreement 5/4/2020-12/31/2080 200 Marina Blvd for Doubletree Hotel City contribution $3,000,000 for Marina street improvements, 22. Ballot Initiative Charter Amendment to Establish Police Board and Director of Police Accountability, 24. Upgrade Residential and Commercial Customers to 100% Renewable, 25. Require Inclusionary Units (20%) in new developments (10 or more units) in Qualified Opportunity Zones, (more complete agenda follows meeting list) https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
- Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board - Budget & Personnel Committee Meeting, 5:30 pm, at 2001 Center, Law Library, 2nd Floor http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
- Parks and Waterfront Commission – Subcommittee Adopt-a-Spot, 1 – 3 pm at 2180 Milvia, 1st Floor, Cypress Room, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Parks_and_Waterfront_Commission.aspx
- Youth Commission, 6:30 pm at 1730 Oregon St, Martin Luther King Jr. Youth Services Center, Agenda: 10. Letter to BUSD recommending action against sexual assault, 11. Letter to BUSD recommending elimination of single use plastic, 12. Approval Sexual Assault Subcommittee. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Youth_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Tax the Rich Rally, is suspended in response to the Covid-19 Berkeley Declaration of Emergency
- Berkeley City Council, 1231 Addison Street, BUSD Board Room,
- 3:30 pm Closed Session: 1. Pending Litigation, b. 2. Conference with Labor Negotiators
- 6:00 pm – 11:00 pm, Regular Meeting: CONSENT: 1. Contract 3-15-2020 to 3-14-2023 with option two 1 yr renewals for $2.7 million over 5 years with Blaisdell’s Business Products for Office supplies, small equipment and office furniture, 2. Contract $100,000 thru 6-30-2022 with Resource Development for results based accountability to evaluate mental health programs, 3. Loan $7.1 million to BRIDGE Housing for acquisition and predevelopment of proposed affordable housing project at 1740 San Pablo, 4. Establish standing list of City’s Labor Negotiators, 5. Contract add $20,000 total $65,000 with Cadalys, Inc for software for BESO (Building Energy Saving Ordinance), 6. Contract add $65,081 total $365,773 (term 5-15-2013 to 6-30-2021) with SSP Data Products, Inc. for Barracuda Backup Solution with Hosted Cloud Storage, 7. Accept donation $9,500 from Friends of Ohlone Park for Ohlone Park Mural Garden, 8. Grant application for $150,000 to National Fitness Campaign for Fitness Courts, 9. Contract add $125,000 total $1,386,771 with 2M Associates for Tuolumne Camp Project, 10. Contract add $40,000 total $280,000 with APB General Engineering for Hillview Road and Woodside Road drainage improvement project, 11. $457,000 to purchase 2019 John Deere Co. 644L 20 Ton Hybrid Wheel Loader with Pape Machinery, Inc, 12. Vision Zero Action Plan, 13. Use Portion Cannabis Tax Proceeds to fund subsidies 1000 Person Plan (homeless) 14. Oppose S.2059 – Justice for Victims of Sanctuary Cities Act of 2019 with letters to Feinstein, Harris, Lee and Trump, 15. Support AB 1839 – CA Green New Deal, 16. Support AB 2037 – Hospital Closure Notification, 17. Refer to Planning Commission Update definition “Research and Development,” 18. Referral to City Manager to study feasibility of 1890 Alcatraz (city owned) as site for African American Holistic Resource Center and affordable housing, 19. Allocation U1 General Fund Revenues, 20. Letter Supporting Reviving Berkeley Bus Rapid Transit, 21. Affirm support for People of Tibet, ACTION: 22. Electric Bike Share Program Franchise Amendment with Bay Area Motivate, subsidiary of Lyft for shared electric bikes, 23. Direct City Manager to Lease CalTrans Property at University and West Frontage Road for temporary outdoor shelter and immediately provide handwashing, toilet and garbage pick-up, 24. Ronald V. Dellums Fair Chance Housing Access, 25. Ballot Initiative to increase City Council Salary, 26. Disposition (sale) 1631 Fifth Street, 27. Surveillance Technology and Acquisition Reports and Body Worn Cameras Policy, INFORMATION REPORTS: 28. Economic Dashboards and Demographic Profile Update, 29. 2019 FY 4th Quarter Investment report, 30. 2020 FY 1st qtr report, 31. Audit Status Report from Public Works towards 2020 Zero Waste Goal, 32. Audit Status report from Public Works on Zero Waste Activities, 33. Proposed Navigable Cities Framework for access for People with Disabilities from Commission, 34. Peace and Justice Commission Workplan. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
- Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board Eviction / Foreclosure Section 8, 5 pm, at 2001 Center, Law Library, 2nd Floor http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
- Homeless Commission, 7 – 9 pm at 2180 Milvia, 1st Floor Cypress Room, Agenda: 6. Q&A with Kate Harrison on Emergency Outdoor Shelter, 6. Response to Coronovirus, 10. Pathways/STAIR, 12. Lifelong Street Medicine proposal, 13. Homeless persons on Caltrans property, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Homeless_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Parks and Waterfront Commission, 7 – 9 pm at 2800 Park St, Frances Albrier Community Center, Agenda: 8. Ferry/Pier/BMASP, 10. Presentation: Frances Albrier Ctr Measure T1 Planning & Design, 12. Waiver Marina Berth Fees for 4 non-profits, 13. Kite Festival funding https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Parks_and_Waterfront_Commission.aspx
- Police Review Commission, 7 – 10 pm, at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: 8. Subcommittee Reports a. Lexipol Policies, b. Standard of Proof, c. Use of Force, 10. a. Possible special meeting on ballot measure to amend City Charter to reform civilian oversight of Berkeley police, c. Lexipol policies Medical Aid and Response, Animal Control https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- City Council Budget & Finance Committee, 10 am, at 1947 Center, 3rd Floor Magnolia Room, Agenda: 2. New Ordinance to accept Cannabis tax payment and certain industries (with approval) in Cryptocurrency, 3. FY 2020 Annual Appropriations ordinance $28,585,263 (gross), $15,378,568 (net), 4. FY 2020 Mid-year Budget Update, 5. Allocating 50% of Car Fees (Vehicle-in-Lieu Tax) for Street Improvements https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Budget___Finance.aspx
- Community Environmental Advisory Commission, 7 – 9 pm at 1901 Russell St, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library, Agenda: 2. Expansion Cigarette Butt Receptacles, 3. Bee City Initiative Update http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Community_Environmental_Advisory_Commission/
- Zoning Adjustment Board, 7 pm at 1231 Addison St, BUSD Board Room
- 2150-2176 Kittredge – demolish carwash, 5-story commercial building, construct 75’ 7-story mixed use building, 165 dwelling units, 52 vehicle spaces, 23,000 sq ft commercial space
- 1449 Grizzly Peak – construct 500 sq ft addition (5th bedroom) on 3rd story of 2791 3-story single family home, construct perimeter fence 6’2” to 8’7” on side and rear property lines
- 2650 Telegraph – demolish existing commercial building, construct 5-story, 45 dwelling units (including 4 very low-income units) mixed use building with 20 vehicle parking spaces, 50 bicycle spaces. http://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
- The Solano Avenue Revitalization Plan & T1 Bond Projects in North Berkeley, 7 – 9 pm at Thousand Oaks Baptist Church, 1821 Catalina @ Colusa, hand sanitizer and wet wipes will be provided, no food or beverages will be served. Bring your own water.
- Berkeley City Reduced Service Day
- No City meetings or events found
- No City meetings or events found
Agenda and Rules Committee, 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm, at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Room, Agenda Planning for March 24 Council meeting: CONSENT: 1. November election d. policies for candidate statements, 3. Annual appropriations $28,565263(gross) $15,378,568(net), 6. Contract $93,600 with Sonya Dublin External Evaluator Tobacco Prevention Program thru 6/30/2021, 7. Contract $143,000 ($38,000 contingency) with Lind Marine for removal and disposal derelict and abandoned vessels, 8.Contract add $210,000 total $305,000 with Affordable Painting Services, Inc. for Park Buildings, 9. Add $300,000 total $500,000with Bay Area Tree Specialists as needed tree services, 10. Add $300,000 total $375,000with ERA Construction Inc for concrete repair in Parks and along Pathways, 11. Contract $3,491,917 (includes $317,447 contingency) with Ghilotti Construction, Inc for Brose Garden Pergola Reconstruction & Site Improvements, 12. Contract $485,000 with Vol Ten Corporation DBA Delta Charter for bus transportation for Day Camp & Summer Programs 6/1/2020-6/1/2025, 13. 60-year term Lease Agreement 5/4/2020-12/31/2080 200 Marina Blvd for Doubletree Hotel City contribution $3,000,000 for Marina street improvements, 14. Add $162,568 total $233,868 with Bigbelly Solar Compacting Trash and Recycling Receptacles term remains 8/1/2018-6/30/2023, 15. Funding $1,000,000 to EBMUD FY 2020-FY 2024 to control wet weather overflows and bypasses, 18. Support SB 54 & AB 1080 CA Circular Economy and Plastic Pollution Reduction Act (only 9% of plastic is recycled, 18 billion tons of plastic are added to the oceans each year), 19. Support SB 1160 Public Utilities undergrounding, ACTION: 20. Redesign and Redesign Rose Garden Inn, 21. Zoning Ordinance Hearing for Family Daycare Homes to comply with SB 234, 22. Ballot Initiative Charter Amendment to Establish Police Board and Director of Police Accountability, 23. Renaming Shattuck (east) Center – University, 24. Upgrade Residential and Commercial Customers to 100% Renewable, 25. Require Inclusionary Units (20%) in new developments (10 or more units) in Qualified Opportunity Zones, 26. Budget Referral $153,000 to Fund Berkeley Youthworks, INFORMATION: 27. FY2020 Mid-year Budget Update, 29. Audit Recommendation Status 911 Dispatchers, 30. Children, Youth, and Recreation Commission WorkPlan, 31. Civic Arts Grants Program, 32. Council Referral-Commemorative Tree Program.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
- 0 Euclid – Berryman Reservoir TBD
- 1155-73 Hearst (develop 2 parcels) – referred back to City Council – to be scheduled
- 1132 Amador 3/30/20
- 1533 Beverly 3/12/2020
- 2565 Buena Vista 3/11/2020
- 1237.5 Carrison 3/10/2020
- 1484 Grizzly Peak 3/24/2020
- 1660 Lincoln 3/12/2020
- 11 Maryland3/26/2020
- 74 Oak Ridge 3/19/2020
- 1231 Ordway 3/17/2020
- 1919 Oregon 3/16/2020
- 1315 Peralta 3/17/2020
- 2418 Sacramento 3/18/2020
- 2421 Seventh 3/12/2020
- 2920 Seventh 3/16/2020
- 1665 Thousand Oaks 3/26/2020
- 1652 University 3/12/2020
- LPC 1399 Queens Road #LMIN2019-0003
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WORKSHOPS
- March 17 – CIP Update (PRW and Public Works), Measure T1 Update
- May 5 – Budget Update, Crime Report
- June 23 – Climate Action Plan/Resiliency Update, Digital Strategic Plan/FUND$ Replacement Website Update
- July 21– no workshops scheduled “yet”
- Sept 29 – Digital Strategic Plan/FUND$ Replacement/Website Update
- Oct 20 – Update Berkeley’s 2020 Vision, BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry
- Cannabis Health Considerations
- Vision 2050
- Ohlone History and Culture)special meeting)
- Systems Realignment
This meeting list is also posted in the Berkeley Daily Planet under activist’s calendar http://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
If you wish to stop receiving the Weekly Summary of City Meetings please forward the weekly summary you received to [email protected],
March 1 - March 8, 2020
Worth Noting and Showing Up:
Sunday, March 1, 2020
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To comment: email [email protected]
March 10 City Council Agenda: CONSENT: 1. Contract 3-15-2020 to 3-14-2023 with option two 1 yr renewals for $2.7 million over 5 years with Blaisdell’s Business Products for Office supplies, small equipment and office furniture, 2. Contract $100,000 thru 6-30-2022 with Resource Development for results based accountability to evaluate mental health programs, 3. Loan $7.1 million to BRIDGE Housing for acquisition and predevelopment of proposed affordable housing project at 1740 San Pablo, 4. Establish standing list of City’s Labor Negotiators, 5. Contract add $20,000 total $65,000 with Cadalys, Inc for software for BESO (Building Energy Saving Ordinance), 6. Contract add $65,081 total $365,773 (term 5-15-2013 to 6-30-2021) with SSP Data Products, Inc. for Barracuda Backup Solution with Hosted Cloud Storage, 7. Accept donation $9,500 from Friends of Ohlone Park for Ohlone Park Mural Garden, 8. Grant application for $150,000 to National Fitness Campaign for Fitness Courts, 9. Contract add $125,000 total $1,386,771 with 2M Associates for Tuolumne Camp Project, 10. Contract add $40,000 total $280,000 with APB General Engineering for Hillview Road and Woodside Road drainage improvement project, 11. $457,000 to purchase 2019 John Deere Co. 644L 20 Ton Hybrid Wheel Loader with Pape Machinery, Inc, 12. Vision Zero Action Plan, 13. Use Portion Cannabis Tax Proceeds to fund subsidies 1000 Person Plan (homeless) 14. Oppose S.2059 – Justice for Victims of Sanctuary Cities Act of 2019 with letters to Feinstein, Harris, Lee and Trump, 15. Support AB 1839 – CA Green New Deal, 16. Support AB 2037 – Hospital Closure Notification, 17. Refer to Planning Commission Update definition “Research and Development,” 18. Referral to City Manager to study feasibility of 1890 Alcatraz (city owned) as site for African American Holistic Resource Center and affordable housing, 19. Allocation U1 General Fund Revenues, 20. Letter Supporting Reviving Berkeley Bus Rapid Transit, 21. Affirm support for People of Tibet, ACTION: 22. Electric Bike Share Program Franchise Amendment with Bay Area Motivate, subsidiary of Lyft for shared electric bikes, 23. Direct City Manager to Lease CalTrans Property at University and West Frontage Road for temporary outdoor shelter and immediately provide handwashing, toilet and garbage pick-up, 24. Ronald V. Dellums Fair Chance Housing Access, 25. Ballot Initiative to increase City Council Salary, 26. Disposition (sale) 1631 Fifth Street, 27. Surveillance Technology and Acquisition Reports and Body Worn Cameras Policy, INFORMATION REPORTS: 28. Economic Dashboards and Demographic Profile Update, 29. 2019 FY 4th Quarter Investment report, 30. 2020 FY 1st qtr report, 31. Audit Status Report from Public Works towards 2020 Zero Waste Goal, 32. Audit Status report from Public Works on Zero Waste Activities, 33. Proposed Navigable Cities Framework for access for People with Disabilities from Commission,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2020/03_Mar/City_Council__03-10-2020_-_Regular_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
0 Euclid – Berryman Reservoir TBD
Remanded to ZAB or LPC With 90-Day Deadline
1155-73 Hearst (develop 2 parcels) – referred back to City Council – to be scheduled
Notice of Decision (NOD) With End of Appeal Period
1533 Beverly 3-12-2020
2565 Buena Vista 3-11-2020
1237.5 Carrison 3-10-2020
2965-2967 College 3-4-2020
1660 Lincoln 3-12-2020
74 Oak Ridge 3-19-2020
1231 Ordway 3-17-2020
1919 Oregon 3-16-2020
1315 Peralta 3-17-2020
1416 Russell 3-4-2020
2418 Sacramento 3-18-2020
2421 Seventh 3-12-2020
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspxhttps://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSHOPS
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Worth Noting and Showing Up:
- Super Tuesday March 3 California Primary Day: - Polls open 7 am and close at 8 pm, Absentee Ballot Voters - Don’t delay, get your ballots in. Voting in person or walking in your absentee ballot you must arrive before 8 pm.
- Wednesday: Planning Commission is conducting a public hearing on eliminating off-street parking minimum requirements for multi-unit buildings.
- Thursday: morning – Council Land Use Committee TOPA (Tenant Opportunity to Purchase Act,) afternoon – Council FITS Policy Committee phase out of sale of (new) gas/diesel/natural gas powered passenger vehicles, evening – Housing Advisory Commission
- Sunday – March 8 – Daylight Savings begins
Sunday, March 1, 2020
- Ben Bartlett Councilmember District 3 & Mayor Jesse Arreguin Office Hours, 2 - 4 pm, at 3250 Adeline, Vault Cafe
- Peace and Justice Commission, 7 pm at 2180 Milvia, 1st Floor Cypress Room, Agenda: 7. Revised resolution opposing new US base construction in Henoko-Oura Bay of Okinawa, 8. Resolution opposing war in Iran, 11. Social Justice Framework on Human Needs in Berkeley https://www.cityofberkeley.info/ContentDisplay.aspx?id=13054
- Personnel Board, 7 – 9 pm, 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Conference Room, Agenda: V. Recommendation to Establish Classification and Salary Range of Communications Specialist. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Personnel_Board_Homepage.aspx
- Tax the Rich Rally, with music by Occupella, 4 – 5 pm at the Top of Solano in front of the Closed Oaks Theater, Rain Cancels.
- Super Tuesday – Primaries in California, Alabama, Arkansas, Colorado, Maine, Massachusetts, Minnesota, North Carolina, Oklahoma, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia.
- Sanctuary City Task Force, 4 - 5:30 pm at 2180 Milvia, reconvening of task force, contact [email protected]
- Board of Library Trustees, 6:30 pm at 1901 Russell St, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library, Agenda: II.B. Add $30,000 and extend contract 2 yrs to Dec 31, 2022, total $80,000 with Roberto Salcido dba Hercules Electric for on-call electrical services, II.C. 5th Contract renewal with Noll & Tam Architects for Central Library Area Improvements project add $20,000 total $585,416 thru June 30, 2021, II.D. Accept $60,000 from CA State Library Fund for10 GB Internet connection. III. Discuss Moss Adams analysis and recommendations. https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
- Commission on Disability, 6:30 – 9 pm at 1947 Center, 4th Floor, Agenda: 2. Elevator Ordinance, 3. Paratransit Update, 4. Presentation Berkeley Preparedness Network, 5. BART Advisory Appointment, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Disability_Homepage.aspx
- **Planning Commission, 7 – 10 pm at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: 9. Public Hearing Parking Reform – eliminate minimum off-street parking requirements except in High Fire zones, establish off-street parking maximums and establish TDM (Transit Demand Management) Program, unbundle parking except when prohibited by Federal Funding. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- **City Council Land Use, Housing & Economic Development Committee, 10:30 am, at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Room, Agenda: 2. Tenant Opportunity to Purchase Act - new ordinance giving tenants the opportunity to collectively purchase the property they live in https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Land_Use,_Housing___Economic_Development.aspx
- **City Council Facilities, Infrastructure, Transportation, Environment & Sustainability Committee, 2 pm, at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Room, Agenda: 2. Ordinance terminating the sale of gas, diesel and natural gas powered passenger vehicles and City fleets by 2025 (phase out program), 3. Bright Streets Initiative (improve street safety for pedestrians, bicyclists and near schools), 4. Potential Bonding and funding opportunities for improving PCI (Paving Condition Index) and creating paving master plan. FUTURE meetings: Traffic Circles, Plastic Bags. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Facilities,_Infrastructure,_Transportation,_Environment,___Sustainability.aspx
- Cannabis Commission, 2 – 4 pm, at 1947 Center, Multi-purpose Room, Basement, Agenda: VII. A. Berkeley Ordinance, B. Active State Legislation https://www.cityofberkeley.info/MedicalCannabis/
- **Housing Advisory Commission, 7 – 9 pm at 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: 6. Possible Recommendation Reducing Interest Rate from 3% to 1% for 1601 Oxford Housing Trust Fund Loan, 7. Presentation Tenant Opportunity to Purchase Act (TOPA), 8. Discussion/Action TOPA, 10. Recommend Reserving Funding for Bay Area Community Land Trust to purchase 1685 Solano 11. Climate Emergency Subcommittee 12. Joint Subcommittee for Implementation of State Housing Laws and establishing objective standards. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Housing_Advisory_Commission/
- Landmarks Preservation Commission, 7 – 11:30 pm at 1947 Center St, Multipurpose Room, Basement, http://www.cityofberkeley.info/landmarkspreservationcommission/
- 2133 University - sign alteration
- 2200 block Piedmont – structural alteration permit
- 2043 Lincoln – Landmark or Structure of merit
- 2517 Virginia – add to list of potential initiations
- 2328 Channing Way – landmark initiation
- Public Works Commission, 7 – 10 pm at 1326 Allston Way, Willow Room, City of Berkeley Corporation Yard, NO AGENDA posted – per last meeting minutes, proposed items for March presentation PRW Forestry, Adopt-a-Spot, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Public_Works_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- No City meetings found
- Community Repair Event – Fixit Clinic, 12 – 3 pm, at Tarea Hall Pittman / Tool Lending Library, 1901 Russell, Participants are assisted in learning how to fix/repair the broken item brought in https://www.cultureofrepair.org/community-repair-events
- SPRING FORWARD – Daylight Savings begins
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To comment: email [email protected]
March 10 City Council Agenda: CONSENT: 1. Contract 3-15-2020 to 3-14-2023 with option two 1 yr renewals for $2.7 million over 5 years with Blaisdell’s Business Products for Office supplies, small equipment and office furniture, 2. Contract $100,000 thru 6-30-2022 with Resource Development for results based accountability to evaluate mental health programs, 3. Loan $7.1 million to BRIDGE Housing for acquisition and predevelopment of proposed affordable housing project at 1740 San Pablo, 4. Establish standing list of City’s Labor Negotiators, 5. Contract add $20,000 total $65,000 with Cadalys, Inc for software for BESO (Building Energy Saving Ordinance), 6. Contract add $65,081 total $365,773 (term 5-15-2013 to 6-30-2021) with SSP Data Products, Inc. for Barracuda Backup Solution with Hosted Cloud Storage, 7. Accept donation $9,500 from Friends of Ohlone Park for Ohlone Park Mural Garden, 8. Grant application for $150,000 to National Fitness Campaign for Fitness Courts, 9. Contract add $125,000 total $1,386,771 with 2M Associates for Tuolumne Camp Project, 10. Contract add $40,000 total $280,000 with APB General Engineering for Hillview Road and Woodside Road drainage improvement project, 11. $457,000 to purchase 2019 John Deere Co. 644L 20 Ton Hybrid Wheel Loader with Pape Machinery, Inc, 12. Vision Zero Action Plan, 13. Use Portion Cannabis Tax Proceeds to fund subsidies 1000 Person Plan (homeless) 14. Oppose S.2059 – Justice for Victims of Sanctuary Cities Act of 2019 with letters to Feinstein, Harris, Lee and Trump, 15. Support AB 1839 – CA Green New Deal, 16. Support AB 2037 – Hospital Closure Notification, 17. Refer to Planning Commission Update definition “Research and Development,” 18. Referral to City Manager to study feasibility of 1890 Alcatraz (city owned) as site for African American Holistic Resource Center and affordable housing, 19. Allocation U1 General Fund Revenues, 20. Letter Supporting Reviving Berkeley Bus Rapid Transit, 21. Affirm support for People of Tibet, ACTION: 22. Electric Bike Share Program Franchise Amendment with Bay Area Motivate, subsidiary of Lyft for shared electric bikes, 23. Direct City Manager to Lease CalTrans Property at University and West Frontage Road for temporary outdoor shelter and immediately provide handwashing, toilet and garbage pick-up, 24. Ronald V. Dellums Fair Chance Housing Access, 25. Ballot Initiative to increase City Council Salary, 26. Disposition (sale) 1631 Fifth Street, 27. Surveillance Technology and Acquisition Reports and Body Worn Cameras Policy, INFORMATION REPORTS: 28. Economic Dashboards and Demographic Profile Update, 29. 2019 FY 4th Quarter Investment report, 30. 2020 FY 1st qtr report, 31. Audit Status Report from Public Works towards 2020 Zero Waste Goal, 32. Audit Status report from Public Works on Zero Waste Activities, 33. Proposed Navigable Cities Framework for access for People with Disabilities from Commission,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2020/03_Mar/City_Council__03-10-2020_-_Regular_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
0 Euclid – Berryman Reservoir TBD
Remanded to ZAB or LPC With 90-Day Deadline
1155-73 Hearst (develop 2 parcels) – referred back to City Council – to be scheduled
Notice of Decision (NOD) With End of Appeal Period
1533 Beverly 3-12-2020
2565 Buena Vista 3-11-2020
1237.5 Carrison 3-10-2020
2965-2967 College 3-4-2020
1660 Lincoln 3-12-2020
74 Oak Ridge 3-19-2020
1231 Ordway 3-17-2020
1919 Oregon 3-16-2020
1315 Peralta 3-17-2020
1416 Russell 3-4-2020
2418 Sacramento 3-18-2020
2421 Seventh 3-12-2020
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspxhttps://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSHOPS
- March 17 – CIP Update (PRW and Public Works), Measure T1 Update
- May 5 – Budget Update, Crime Report
- June 23 – Climate Action Plan/Resiliency Update, Digital Strategic Plan/FUND$ Replacement Website Update
- July 21, Sept 29 – no workshops scheduled “yet”
- Oct 20 – Update Berkeley’s 2020 Vision, BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
- Cannabis Health Considerations
- Vision 2050
- Systems Realignment
February 23 - March 1, 2020
Worth Noting and Showing Up:
The weekly summary of city meetings with agenda highlights for February 23 – March 1 is exceptionally long with the City Council Agenda Committee on Monday and City Council Regular meeting on Tuesday absorbing a lot of space.
Search for Director of Library Services (DOLS) – There are two opportunities to attend the Community meetings on the process and to comment on the ideal candidate profile with Pam Derby from CPS HR Consulting.: Monday 12:30 – 2 pm and Tuesday 6 – 7:30 pm, For more detail and available appointment times for comment in addition to noted public meetings check: https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
Monday – The Planning Commission / ZAB subcommittees are meeting on the Zoning Ordinance revisions. The agenda attachment with the revisions is 265 pages.
Tuesday - The Council meeting includes two appeals followed by the Surveillance Reports. It is also the same evening of the last Democratic primary debate if you haven’t made up your mind yet and an interesting looking talk for parents of young children on climate.
Wednesday – The Joint Subcommittee for the Implementation of State Housing Laws (JSISHL) agenda is on establishing objective housing/development standards. The LeConte neighborhood meeting is open to residents living in other Berkeley neighborhoods.
Sunday, February 23, 2020
Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
0 Euclid – Berryman Reservoir TBD
2422 Fifth St – mixed-use building 2-25-2020
1581 LeRoy Ave – convert vacant elementary school property – LPC & ZAB 2-25-2020
Remanded to ZAB or LPC With 90-Day Deadline
1155-73 Hearst (develop 2 parcels) – referred back to City Council – to be scheduled
Notice of Decision (NOD) With End of Appeal Period
1237.5 Carrison 3-10-2020
1660 Lincoln 3-12-2020
30 Roanoke 2-25-2020
2421 Seventh 3-12-2020
1760 Sonoma 2-27-2020
20 Stevenson 2-25-2020
1914 Stuart 2-25-2020
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspxhttps://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
WORKSHOPS
March 17 – CIP Update (PRW and Public Works), Measure T1 Update
May 5 – Budget Update, Crime Report
June 23 – Climate Action Plan/Resiliency Update, Digital Strategic Plan/FUND$ Replacement Website Update
July 21, Sept 29 – no workshops scheduled “yet”
Oct 20 – Update Berkeley’s 2020 Vision, BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Vision 2050
Systems Realignment
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This meeting list is also posted in the Berkeley Daily Planet under activist’s calendar http://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
Worth Noting and Showing Up:
The weekly summary of city meetings with agenda highlights for February 23 – March 1 is exceptionally long with the City Council Agenda Committee on Monday and City Council Regular meeting on Tuesday absorbing a lot of space.
Search for Director of Library Services (DOLS) – There are two opportunities to attend the Community meetings on the process and to comment on the ideal candidate profile with Pam Derby from CPS HR Consulting.: Monday 12:30 – 2 pm and Tuesday 6 – 7:30 pm, For more detail and available appointment times for comment in addition to noted public meetings check: https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
Monday – The Planning Commission / ZAB subcommittees are meeting on the Zoning Ordinance revisions. The agenda attachment with the revisions is 265 pages.
Tuesday - The Council meeting includes two appeals followed by the Surveillance Reports. It is also the same evening of the last Democratic primary debate if you haven’t made up your mind yet and an interesting looking talk for parents of young children on climate.
Wednesday – The Joint Subcommittee for the Implementation of State Housing Laws (JSISHL) agenda is on establishing objective housing/development standards. The LeConte neighborhood meeting is open to residents living in other Berkeley neighborhoods.
Sunday, February 23, 2020
- Presidential Forum on Economic Justice for Black Americans – Earn My Vote, 4 – 8 pm, Beebe Memorial Cathedral, 3900 Telegraph , Oakland, free event, organizers Patricia Brooks 510.590.1107, Ben Bartlett 310.428.4803, Eventbrite lists 4-8 pm, Facebook post lists 4-8 pm and in details lists 1-5 pm, check with organizer to confirm. https://www.facebook.com/events/188545615747394/
- City Council Health, Life Enrichment, Equity & Community Committee, 10 am, at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Room, Agenda: 2. Listening session Homeless, 3. Healthy Checkout (removing junk food from checkout, 4. a.&b.Sales and serving of Sugar-sweetened beverages on City property a. Commission recommends prohibiting at City events and in City vending machines, b. City Manager recommends majority healthy choices, 5. a.&b. Smoke free multi-unit housing, a. make complaint process easier, increase staffing for enforcement, referrals on whether to include cannabis b. City Manager requests referral for financial and legal analysis https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Health,_Life_Enrichment,_Equity___Community.aspx
- Community Meeting - Search for Director of Library Services (DOLS), 12:30 – 2 pm, at Tarea Hall Pittman South Library, 1901 Russell, Agenda: Community meeting on process and candidate profile, https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
- Parks and Waterfront Commission and Public Works – Adopt A Spot Subcommittee, 1 – 2 pm, at 2180 Milvia, 1st Floor Chinquapin Room, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Parks_and_Waterfront_Commission.aspx
- Agenda and Rules Committee, 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm, at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Room, Agenda planning for March 10 Council meeting, CONSENT: 1. Contract 3-15-2020 to 3-14-2023 with option two 1 yr renewals for $2.7 million over 5 years with Blaisdell’s Business Products for Office supplies, small equipment and office furniture, Contract $100,000 thru 6-30-2022 with Resource Development for results based accountability to evaluate mental health programs, 3. Loan $7.1 million to BRIDGE Housing for acquisition and predevelopment of proposed affordable housing project at 1740 San Pablo, 4. Establish standing list of City’s Labor Negotiators, 5. Contract add $20,000 total $65,000 with Cadalys, Inc for software for BESO (Building Energy Saving Ordinance), 6. Contract add $65,081 total $365,773 (term 5-15-2013 to 6-30-2021) with SSP Data Products, Inc. for Barracuda Backup Solution with Hosted Cloud Storage, 7. Accept donation $9,500 from Friends of Ohlone Park for Ohlone Park Mural Garden, 8. Grant application for $150,000 to National Fitness Campaign for Fitness Courts, 9. Contract add $125,000 total $1,386,771 with 2M Associates for Tuolumne Camp Project, 10. Contract add $40,000 total $280,000 with APB General Engineering for Hillview Road and Woodside Road drainage improvement project, 11. $457,000 to purchase 2019 John Deere Co. 644L 20 Ton Hybrid Wheel Loader with Pape Machinery, Inc, 12. Oppose S.2059 – Justice for Victims of Sanctuary Cities Act of 2019 with letters to Feinstein, Harris, Lee and Trump, 13. Support AB 1839 – CA Green New Deal, 14. Support AB 2037 – Hospital Closure Notification, 15. Allocation U1 General Fund Revenues, 16. Support Reviving Berkeley Bus Rapid Transit, ACTION: 17. Electric Bike Share Program Franchise Amendment with Bay Area Motivate, subsidiary of Lyft for shared electric bikes, 18. Disposition (sale) 1631 Fifth Street, 19. Vision Zero Action Plan, 20. a.&b. Smoke Free Multi-unit Housing Ordinance Policy and enforcement, 21. Use Portion Cannabis Tax Proceeds to fund subsidies 1000 Person Plan (homeless) 22. Ronald V. Dellums Fair Chance Housing Access, 23. Tenant Opportunity to Purchase Act, 24. Update definition “Research and Development,” 25. Ballot Initiative to increase City Council Salary, 26. Referral to City Manager to study feasibility of 1890 Alcatraz (city owned) as site for African American Holistic Resource Center and affordable housing, 27. Affirm support for People of Tibet, 28. Allocate Car Fees for street improvements, INFORMATION REPORTS: 29. Economic Dashboards and Demographic Profile Update, 30. 2019 FY 4th Quarter Investment report, 30. 2020 FY 1st qtr report, 32. Audit Status Report from Public Works towards 2020 Zero Waste Goal, 33. Audit Status report from Public Works on Zero Waste Activities, 34. Proposed Navigable Cities Framework for access for People with Disabilities from Commission, REFERRED & UNSCHEDULED 8. Telecom Ordinance, 9. Council Rules and Procedures, 10. Compulsory Composting and Edible Food Recovery, 11. Officeholder Accounts, Increase Compliance with Short-term rental Ordinance, Grant Writing Services, Kitchen Exhaust Hood https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
- Children, Youth and Recreation Commission, 7 – 9 pm at 2800 Park St, Frances Albrier Community Center at San Pablo Park, Agenda: 8, Census Presentation, 9. 2020 Vision Presentation, 11. BUSD Special Taxes and Infrastructure Bond Measures. http://www.ci.berkeley.ca.us/Children_Youth_and_Recreation_Commission/
- Commission on the Status of Women, - Santa Rita Jail Subcommittee, 7 – 8 pm at 2000 University, Au Coquelet, 4. Safety Cells and Pregnancy procedures, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_the_Status_of_Women_Homepage.aspx
- Housing Advisory Commission - Subcommittees, at 2180 Milvia, 1st Floor, Cottonwood Room,
- 11 – 11:15 am, Social Housing Subcommittee,
- 11:15 am – 12:15 pm, Housing Impacts of the Climate Emergency Subcommittee, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Housing_Advisory_Commission/
- Planning Commission Subcommittee meets concurrently with Zoning Adjustment Board Subcommittee – Zoning Ordinance Revision Project, 7 – 9 pm at 1947 Center, Basement, Agenda: last subcommittee meeting before [revised] zoning ordinance is finalized for public review, working draft of Baseline Zoning Ordinance https://www.cityofberkeley.info/uploadedFiles/Planning_and_Development/Level_3_-_Commissions/Commission_for_Planning/2020-02-24_ZORP_Item%2005.pdf (265 pages) https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Zero Waste Commission, 7 – 9 pm at 1326 Allston Way, Willow Room, City of Berkeley Corporation Yard, Agenda: 3. Subcommittee report Design Guidelines for New Construction, 4. Ideas to educate public about food waste, 5. Changes to items currently accepted in compost program (i.e. milk cartons) https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Zero_Waste_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Tax the Rich Rally, with music by Occupella, 4 – 5 pm at the Top of Solano in front of the Closed Oaks Theater,
- Community Meeting - Search for Director of Library Services (DOLS), 6 - 7:30 pm, at West Branch Library, Agenda: process and candidate profile, https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
- An evening with Mary DeMocker author of The Parent’s Guide to Climate Revolution: 100 Ways to Build a Fossil-Free Future, Raise Empowered Kids, and Still Get a Good Night’s Sleep, 6:30 pm – 8 pm, at 1731 Prince St, Malcolm X Library (enter on Prince), https://350bayarea.org/event/an-evening-with-mary-democker-author-of-the-parents-guide-to-climate-revolution-100-ways-to-build-a-fossil-free-future-raise-empowered-kids-and-still-get-a-good-nights-sleep
- Joint Powers Financing Authority Special Meeting, 5:45 pm, at 1231 Addison Street, BUSD Board Room, Agenda: Refinancing 2010 certificate of Participation originally issued to finance Animal Shelter Project https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Joint_Powers_Financing_Authority.aspx
- Berkeley City Council, Tuesday, 6:00 pm – 11:00 pm, at 1231 Addison Street, BUSD Board Room, Agenda: CONSENT: 1. Election Reform Act 2nd reading public financing of elections contribution limit to qualify 30 unique contributors $10 each or more total $500. Contribution limit $50/individual, candidate cannot contribute more than $250 to self (includes spouse, domestic partner, unemancipated children), 2. 2nd reading wage theft prevention, 3. 2nd reading regulations & operating standards cannabis business, 5. Formal Bid Solicitations and RFP, $13,085,000, 6. Contract $313,800 with Worldwide Travel Staffing for Nurse Registry Services March 1, 2020 – June 30, 2023, , 7. Contract $500,000 with Van Meter Williams Pollack for Professional Planning Services to Prepare Zoning Standards and EIR for Ashby and North Berkeley BART Stations, March 1, 2020 – July 31, 2021, 8. Amend Agreement with CA Dept of Transportation (Caltrans) for maintenance of the State highways within the City of Berkeley will address roadway and traffic signal improvements, 9. Contract $388,489 (includes 10% contingency) with APB General Engineering for Sanitary Sewer Rehab and Replacement, 10. Permit Fee Waiver for PG&E for Undergrounding existing overhead electrical facilities and electric service conversions in Utility Undergrounding District No. 48. (Grizzly Reak/Summit), 11. Asylum for Survivors of Domestic Violence, Affirm Berkeley’s Commitment to our asylum-seeking residents, 12.&13. Council donations, 14. Schedule Special City Council Meeting on Ohlone History and Culture, 15. Support S.2012 (Feinstein) Restoring Local Control Over Public Infrastructure Act of 2019, 16. Support SB-431(Mobile phones), SB-801 (back-up battery packs), SB-802 (allow diesel-powered generators during declared disasters) support people whose lives would be endangered with emergency power shutdowns, 17. Referral: Street Lighting Near Campus, ACTION: 18. Issuance $38,000,000 General Obligation Bonds for Measure O Affordable Housing, 19. Refinancing 2009, 2010 General Obligation Bonds (Measure FF), 20. Issuance and sale of lease revenue bonds to refinance outstanding Refinance 2010 Certificates (originally issued to finance Animal Shelter Project), 21. a.,b.,c. appeal 1582 LeRoy convert Hillside School to residential use, 22. ZAB Appeal 2422 Fifth St, 23. Surveillance Technology & Acquisition Reports, License Plate Readers, GPS Trackers, Body Worn Cameras, INFORMATION REPORTS: 23. City Manager Response to audit of Code Enforcement Unit, 24. Mayor Arreguin is President of ABAG, Regional Leadership and Goals for 2020. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
- Democratic Primary Debate, 5 – 7 pm on CBS, last Democratic debate before California primary voting on March 3, Biden, Bloomberg, Buttigieg, Klobuchar, Sanders, Warren, https://www.elle.com/culture/career-politics/a26992483/democratic-candidates-primary-debates-2020-election/
- 4x4 Joint Task Force Committee on Housing: Rent Board/City Council, 3 pm, 2180 Milvia, 1st Floor Cypress Room, Agenda: 6. Possible enhancements Short Term Ordinance, 7. Options for expanded rental registration, 9. Updates elevator ordinance, relocation ordinance, City enforcement AB 1482, Tenant Opportunity Purchase Act. http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
- Civic Arts Commission, 6 – 8 pm at 1901 Russell, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library, Agenda: 6. Action items 2542 Durant final Art Plan, Public Art Ordinance, 7. Presentation Turtle Island https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CivicArtsCommissionHomepage/
- Disaster and Fire Safety Commission, 7 – 9 pm at 997 Cedar St, Fire Department Training Center, Agenda: 4. Notification of recidency in designated high risk fire areas, 5. Phase 3 Study , Undergrounding Utilities, 6. Special Tax assessment for Wildfire Prevention, 7. October Power Shutoff, 8. Public Process to update Wildfire Fire Code, 9. Public Outreach Emergency Preparedness, 10. Expand Automatic Gas Shut-off, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Disaster_and_Fire_Safety_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Energy Commission, 6:30 – 9 pm at 1947 Center St, Agenda: 7. Presentation-discussion of BESO (Building Energy Saving Ordinance) evaluation, 8. Climate Fund Concept, 9. CEAC referral on Sustainable Mobility, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Energy_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Joint Subcommittee for the Implementation of State Housing Laws, 7 – 9 pm at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Room, Agenda: 10. Objective Standards for Shadows (includes solar), 11. Objective Standards for Design, 12. Objective Standards for Density, 13. Draft report for Council https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Joint_Subcommittee_for_the_Implementation_of_State_Housing_Laws_Homepage.aspx
- Police Review Commission, at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center,
- 5:30 pm, Use of Force Subcommittee
- 7 – 10 pm, Regular Meeting – 8. Subcommittee Reports (discussion & action) a. Lexipol Policies, b. Standard of Proof, c. Use of Force, 9. MOU Compendium agreements, 10. B. compliance with body-worn camera policy, c. Use of force training https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Le Conte Neighborhood Association, 7:30 – 9 pm, at Life Adventist Church 2236 Parker, (South of Ellsworth) Agenda: 1. Proposed Up-zoning for Telegraph Area – The new Southside Plan, by Planning Commissioner Mary Kay Lacey. 2. Development Proposals for South Shattuck: Eastern Hardware/Model Garage and Walgreens sites, and a quick update about 3000 Shattuck, by Janis Ching. 3. Berkeley for Assessment Tax Equity, an advocacy group, exposes inconsistencies in city’s levying of property tax, by Lilana Spindler and Laura Menard. 4. Community Announcements
- City Council Budget & Finance Committee, 10 am, at (TBD usually) 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Room, Agenda: 2. Add $2.5 million from transfer tax to 115 Pension Trust Fund, 3. Short-term rental policy enforcement staff costs that exceed enforcement fees and penalties shall be covered thru short-term rental taxes collected, remaining 2/3 to Affordable Housing Trust Fund, 1/3 Arts Fund, (Cannabis cryptocurrency tax not on agenda-future mtg) https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Budget___Finance.aspx
- Zoning Adjustment Board - Cancelled
- Mental Health Commission, 7 – 9 pm at 1947 Center St, Agenda: 3. Presentation Berkeley Crisis Services, 6. Recommendation “May is Mental Health Month” https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Mental_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Wellstone Democratic Renewal Club, 6 pm Potluck, 6:45 pm meeting, at 390 27th St, Oakland, Humanist Hall, Agenda: Update CA Single Payer, Will Police Review Commission Reform be on Nov Ballot, 7:15 Panel on Don’t Attack Iran, U.S. and Middle East,
- Stop the Money Pipeline, Chase Bank protest rally, 11 am – 1 pm, at Oakland. https://350bayarea.org/event/stop-the-money-pipeline-february-protest
- Recreation Division Job Fair, 11 am – 3 pm, at 2800 Park St, Francis Albrier Community Center, San Pablo Park, Part Time Seasonal & Temporary Positions Available, Minimum age 18 https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=16783
- Ben Bartlett Councilmember District 3 & Mayor Jesse Arreguin Office Hours, 2 - 4 pm, at 3250 Adeline, Vault Cafe
Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
0 Euclid – Berryman Reservoir TBD
2422 Fifth St – mixed-use building 2-25-2020
1581 LeRoy Ave – convert vacant elementary school property – LPC & ZAB 2-25-2020
Remanded to ZAB or LPC With 90-Day Deadline
1155-73 Hearst (develop 2 parcels) – referred back to City Council – to be scheduled
Notice of Decision (NOD) With End of Appeal Period
1237.5 Carrison 3-10-2020
1660 Lincoln 3-12-2020
30 Roanoke 2-25-2020
2421 Seventh 3-12-2020
1760 Sonoma 2-27-2020
20 Stevenson 2-25-2020
1914 Stuart 2-25-2020
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspxhttps://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
WORKSHOPS
March 17 – CIP Update (PRW and Public Works), Measure T1 Update
May 5 – Budget Update, Crime Report
June 23 – Climate Action Plan/Resiliency Update, Digital Strategic Plan/FUND$ Replacement Website Update
July 21, Sept 29 – no workshops scheduled “yet”
Oct 20 – Update Berkeley’s 2020 Vision, BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Vision 2050
Systems Realignment
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This meeting list is also posted in the Berkeley Daily Planet under activist’s calendar http://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
February 16 - February 23, 2020
Worth Noting and Showing Up:
The most important thing you can do to save the last shreds of this Democracy is to vote and to reach out to help, encourage, push, people to register and then vote especially in other states like Wisconsin, Pennsylvania, Michigan. Check www.rockthevote.org for quick reference.
February 18 is the last day to Register to Vote for the March 3, CA primary, https://registertovote.ca.gov Use the same link to check your registration. If you are a permanent absentee voter you should already have your ballot. The Ballot 24 hour Collection box is in front of City Hall on Milvia.
Monday, President’s Day – Bernie is coming to Richmond for a noon rally
Tuesday – Council Facilities, Infrastructure Committee is meeting Tuesday at 2 pm not Thursday
Wednesday – Governor Newsom gives State of the State address at 10:30 am, The next Democratic Debate is Wednesday, 6 pm, NBC and MSNBC, the debates are always available live online from multiple sources if you do not have access to NBC or MSNBC,
Thursday – Land Use 10:30 am includes requiring inclusionary affordable units in Opportunity Zones, Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board 7 pm, presentations Moms 4 Housing and Redlining.
The agenda for the February 25 City Council meeting is available for review and follows the list of meetings.
Sunday, February 16, 2020
No City meetings or events found
Monday, February 17, 2020 - Presidents’ Day Holiday
Bernie Get Out The Vote Rally, 12 p – 2 pm, doors open 10 am, at Craneway Pavilion, 1414 Harbour Way S, Richmond, CA, 94804
https://www.facebook.com/events/716264898913678/
Tax the Rich Rally, with music by Occupella, 4 – 5 pm at the Top of Solano in front of the Closed Oaks Theater, Rain Cancels
Tuesday, February 18, 2020
February 25, City Council meeting: to comment email [email protected]
CONSENT: 1. 2nd reading public financing of elections contribution limit to qualify 30 unique contributors $10 each or more total $500. Contribution limit $50/individual, candidate cannot contribute more than $250 to self (includes spouse, domestic partner, unemancipated children), 2. 2nd reading wage theft prevention,3. 2nd reading regulations & operating standards cannabis business, 5. Formal Bid Solicitations and RFP, $13,085,000, 6. Contract $313,800 with Worldwide Travel Staffing for Nurse Registry Services March 1, 2020 – June 30, 2023, , 7. Contract $500,000 with Van Meter Williams Pollack for Professional Planning Services to Prepare Zoning Standards and EIR for Ashby and North Berkeley BART Stations, March 1, 2020 – July 31, 2021, 8. Amend Agreement with CA Dept of Transportation (Caltrans) for maintenance of the State highways within the City of Berkeley will address roadway and traffic signal improvements, 9. Contract $388,489 (includes 10% contingency) with APB General Engineering for Sanitary Sewer Rehab and Replacement, 10. Permit Fee Waiver for PG&E for Undergrounding existing overhead electrical facilities and electric service conversions in Utility Undergrounding District No. 48. (Grizzly Reak/Summit), 11. Asylum for Survivors of Domestic Violence, Affirm Berkeley’s Commitment to our asylum-seeking residents, 12.&13. Council donations, 14. Schedule Special City Council Meeting on Ohlone History and Culture, 15. Support S.2012(Feinstein) Restoring Local Control Over Public Infrastructure Act of 2019, 16. Support SB-431(Mobile phones), SB-801 (back-up battery packs), SB-802 (allow diesel-powered generators during declared disasters) support people whose lives would be endangered with emergency power shutdowns, 17. Referral: Street Lighting Near Campus, ACTION: 18. Issuance $38,000,000 General Obligation Bonds for Measure O Affordable Housing, 19. Refinancing 2009, 2010 General Obligation Bonds (Measure FF), 20. Issuance and sale of lease revenue bonds to refinance outstanding Refinance 2010 Certificates (originally issued to finance Animal Shelter Project), 21. a.,b.,c. appeal 1582 LeRoy convert Hillside School to residential use, 22. ZAB Appeal 2422 Fifth St, 23. Surveillance Technology & Acquisition Reports, License Plate Readers, GPS Trackers, Body Worn Cameras, INFORMATION REPORTS: 23. City Manager Response to audit of Code Enforcement Unit, 24. Mayor Arreguin is President of ABAG, Regional Leadership and Goals for 2020. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2020/02_Feb/City_Council__02-25-2020_-_Regular_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
0 Euclid – Berryman Reservoir TBD
2422 Fifth St – mixed-use building 2-25-2020
1581 LeRoy Ave – convert vacant elementary school property – LPC & ZAB 2-25-2020
Remanded to ZAB or LPC With 90-Day Deadline
1155-73 Hearst (develop 2 parcels) – referred back to City Council – to be scheduled
Notice of Decision (NOD) With End of Appeal Period
30 Roanoke 2-25-2020
1760 Sonoma 2-27-2020
20 Stevenson 2-25-2020
1914 Stuart 2-25-2020
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspxhttps://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
WORKSHOPS
March 17 – CIP Update (PRW and Public Works), Measure T1 Update
May 5 – Budget Update, Crime Report
June 23 – Climate Action Plan/Resiliency Update, Digital Strategic Plan FUND$/Replacement Website Update
July 21, Sept 29 – no workshops scheduled “yet”
Oct 20 – Update Berkeley’s 2020 Vision, BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Vision 2050
Systems Realignment
Worth Noting and Showing Up:
The most important thing you can do to save the last shreds of this Democracy is to vote and to reach out to help, encourage, push, people to register and then vote especially in other states like Wisconsin, Pennsylvania, Michigan. Check www.rockthevote.org for quick reference.
February 18 is the last day to Register to Vote for the March 3, CA primary, https://registertovote.ca.gov Use the same link to check your registration. If you are a permanent absentee voter you should already have your ballot. The Ballot 24 hour Collection box is in front of City Hall on Milvia.
Monday, President’s Day – Bernie is coming to Richmond for a noon rally
Tuesday – Council Facilities, Infrastructure Committee is meeting Tuesday at 2 pm not Thursday
Wednesday – Governor Newsom gives State of the State address at 10:30 am, The next Democratic Debate is Wednesday, 6 pm, NBC and MSNBC, the debates are always available live online from multiple sources if you do not have access to NBC or MSNBC,
Thursday – Land Use 10:30 am includes requiring inclusionary affordable units in Opportunity Zones, Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board 7 pm, presentations Moms 4 Housing and Redlining.
The agenda for the February 25 City Council meeting is available for review and follows the list of meetings.
Sunday, February 16, 2020
No City meetings or events found
Monday, February 17, 2020 - Presidents’ Day Holiday
Bernie Get Out The Vote Rally, 12 p – 2 pm, doors open 10 am, at Craneway Pavilion, 1414 Harbour Way S, Richmond, CA, 94804
https://www.facebook.com/events/716264898913678/
Tax the Rich Rally, with music by Occupella, 4 – 5 pm at the Top of Solano in front of the Closed Oaks Theater, Rain Cancels
Tuesday, February 18, 2020
- City Council Facilities, Infrastructure, Transportation, Environment & Sustainability Committee (special meeting Tuesday – no meeting on Thursday), 2 pm, at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Room, Agenda: 2. Bright streets – paint crosswalks, bike lanes, traffic signage within 3 blocks of schools, 3. Terminate sale of gasoline, diesel and natural gas passenger vehicles in City of Berkeley by 2025, 4. Revive Berkeley Bus Rapid Transit, 5. Potential Bonding and Funding Opportunities for improving the PCI (Paving Condition Index) and creating a Paving Master Plan. Unscheduled/Items for Future Agendas: Traffic Circles, Plastic Bags, Climate Emergency Dept/Office https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Facilities,_Infrastructure,_Transportation,_Environment,___Sustainability.aspx
- Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board – Evictions in Berkeley A Workshop for Landlords, 6 pm, at 2090 Kittredge, Berkeley Central Library, 3rd Floor, Community Room http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
- Governor Newsom gives State of the State address at 10:30 am, will be live streamed on facebook, https://www.facebook.com/CAgovernor/
- Commission on Labor – Special Meeting, 7 – 9 pm at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: 5. Council referral (5-15-2018) to Establish Fair Workweek Requirements https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Labor_Homepage.aspx
- Commission on the Status of Women, 6:45 – 9 pm at 2180 Milvia, Cypress Room, Agenda: 5. Presentation by LaTanya Bellow, Director of Human Resources, 8. Update Equal Pay Independent Audit https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_the_Status_of_Women_Homepage.aspx
- Human Welfare & Community Action Commission, 7 – 9 pm at 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: 6. Election of Low-Income Representatives, 7. 2020 Census, 8. Lava Mae service delivery data, 9. East Bay Community Law Center Program and Financial reports, 12. West Berkeley Air Quality, 13. Discuss making Berkeley a Sanctuary City for Black People, 15. Accessibility at STAIR Center, 16. Homeless Encampment near Here/There sign https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Human_Welfare_and_Community_Action_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Planning Commission – meeting cancelled
- Rally outside at Governor’s State of the State, 8:30 – 10 am at 1303 10th St, Sacramento, Capitol, Sacramento, rally to phase out oil extraction in California, sponsor Last Chance Alliance https://350bayarea.org/event/rally-at-state-of-the-state
- Democratic Primary Debate, 6 pm PT, NBC News and MSNBC, (Nevada Caucus Feb 22)
- City Council Land Use, Housing & Economic Development Committee, 10:30 am, at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Room, Agenda: 2. Inclusionary Units in Qualified Opportunity Zones (QOZ) in owner occupied developments similar ordinance for Rental Housing Projects, 3. Discussion Small Business Listening session, April 16, June 4, Oct 1, Dec 3 https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Land_Use,_Housing___Economic_Development.aspx
- Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board, 7 – 11 pm, at 1231 Addison St, Agenda: 5. Special Presentation: Moms 4 Housing, 6. Special Presentation: Redlining in Berkeley The Past is Present, 7. (2) waivers of late registration penalties, http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
- Design Review Committee, 7 – 10 pm at 1947 Center St, Basement Multi-purpose Room https://www.cityofberkeley.info/designreview/
- Acheson Commons (1987 Shattuck, 2111-2113 University, 1922 & 1930 Walnut – modification signage
- 2650 Telegraph at Derby – demolish existing commercial building, construct 5-story mixed use with 45 dwelling units (including 4 very low income) 1290 sq ft commercial space, 50 bicycle spaces, 20 vehicle parking spaces
- 2590 Bancroft Way – demolish 2-story building, construct 8-story mixed use with 87 dwelling units (including 5 very low income)4,490 sq ft commercial space, 2767 sq ft usable open space, 40 bicycle spaces, no vehicle parking
- 3201 Shattuck at Woolsey– Pre-application demolish existing single story building, construct 3-story mixed use with ground floor commercial, 6 live work units, 6 3-bedroom units
- Fair Campaign Practices Commission & Open Government Commission, 7 pm at 2180 Milvia, Cypress Room, Agenda: 7. Officeholder Accounts and Office Expense Accounts, 8. Public Financing, 9. Public Financing Certification Process, Open Government Commission, http://www.cityofberkeley.info/FCPC/
- Sugar-Sweetened Beverage Product Panel of Experts, 6:30 – 9 pm at 2939 Ellis St, 2nd Floor, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Presentations, 1. BUSD, 2. Ecology Center, 3. YMCA-Diabetes Prevention, Action items: 2. Healthy Checkout, 3. Information literature for Berkeley Retailers https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Sugar-Sweetened_Beverage_Product_Panel_of_Experts.aspx
- Transportation Commission, 7 – 10 pm at 1326 Allston Way, Corp Yard, Building A Willow Room, Agenda: B.2. Proposed Transportation Demand Management Program https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Transportation_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Black History Celebration (all ages), 6 – 8 pm, at Francis Albrier Community Center, San Pablo Park, 2800 Park Street, (snacks will be served) https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=16748
- California on Fire – Toyota protest rally, 4 – 5:30 pm, at 2400 Shattuck, Toyota Dealership, can’t come call Toyota USA CEO Jim Lentz @ 800-331-4331. https://www.caranddriver.com/news/a29818835/trump-toyota-fuel-economy/
- No City meetings/events found
- No City meetings/events found
February 25, City Council meeting: to comment email [email protected]
CONSENT: 1. 2nd reading public financing of elections contribution limit to qualify 30 unique contributors $10 each or more total $500. Contribution limit $50/individual, candidate cannot contribute more than $250 to self (includes spouse, domestic partner, unemancipated children), 2. 2nd reading wage theft prevention,3. 2nd reading regulations & operating standards cannabis business, 5. Formal Bid Solicitations and RFP, $13,085,000, 6. Contract $313,800 with Worldwide Travel Staffing for Nurse Registry Services March 1, 2020 – June 30, 2023, , 7. Contract $500,000 with Van Meter Williams Pollack for Professional Planning Services to Prepare Zoning Standards and EIR for Ashby and North Berkeley BART Stations, March 1, 2020 – July 31, 2021, 8. Amend Agreement with CA Dept of Transportation (Caltrans) for maintenance of the State highways within the City of Berkeley will address roadway and traffic signal improvements, 9. Contract $388,489 (includes 10% contingency) with APB General Engineering for Sanitary Sewer Rehab and Replacement, 10. Permit Fee Waiver for PG&E for Undergrounding existing overhead electrical facilities and electric service conversions in Utility Undergrounding District No. 48. (Grizzly Reak/Summit), 11. Asylum for Survivors of Domestic Violence, Affirm Berkeley’s Commitment to our asylum-seeking residents, 12.&13. Council donations, 14. Schedule Special City Council Meeting on Ohlone History and Culture, 15. Support S.2012(Feinstein) Restoring Local Control Over Public Infrastructure Act of 2019, 16. Support SB-431(Mobile phones), SB-801 (back-up battery packs), SB-802 (allow diesel-powered generators during declared disasters) support people whose lives would be endangered with emergency power shutdowns, 17. Referral: Street Lighting Near Campus, ACTION: 18. Issuance $38,000,000 General Obligation Bonds for Measure O Affordable Housing, 19. Refinancing 2009, 2010 General Obligation Bonds (Measure FF), 20. Issuance and sale of lease revenue bonds to refinance outstanding Refinance 2010 Certificates (originally issued to finance Animal Shelter Project), 21. a.,b.,c. appeal 1582 LeRoy convert Hillside School to residential use, 22. ZAB Appeal 2422 Fifth St, 23. Surveillance Technology & Acquisition Reports, License Plate Readers, GPS Trackers, Body Worn Cameras, INFORMATION REPORTS: 23. City Manager Response to audit of Code Enforcement Unit, 24. Mayor Arreguin is President of ABAG, Regional Leadership and Goals for 2020. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2020/02_Feb/City_Council__02-25-2020_-_Regular_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
0 Euclid – Berryman Reservoir TBD
2422 Fifth St – mixed-use building 2-25-2020
1581 LeRoy Ave – convert vacant elementary school property – LPC & ZAB 2-25-2020
Remanded to ZAB or LPC With 90-Day Deadline
1155-73 Hearst (develop 2 parcels) – referred back to City Council – to be scheduled
Notice of Decision (NOD) With End of Appeal Period
30 Roanoke 2-25-2020
1760 Sonoma 2-27-2020
20 Stevenson 2-25-2020
1914 Stuart 2-25-2020
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspxhttps://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
WORKSHOPS
March 17 – CIP Update (PRW and Public Works), Measure T1 Update
May 5 – Budget Update, Crime Report
June 23 – Climate Action Plan/Resiliency Update, Digital Strategic Plan FUND$/Replacement Website Update
July 21, Sept 29 – no workshops scheduled “yet”
Oct 20 – Update Berkeley’s 2020 Vision, BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Vision 2050
Systems Realignment
February 9 - February 16, 2020
Worth Noting:
City Offices are closed Wednesday in observation of President Lincoln’s Birthday. Commissions with regular meetings falling on the 2nd Wednesday have been rescheduled except for Parks Commission, If planning on going to the Parks Commission meeting call Monday or Tuesday 510.981.6704 secretary Roger Miller to check if Commission is still meeting.
February 18 is the last day to Register to Vote for the March 3, CA primary. If you have not received your voting pamphlet check your voting registration https://registertovote.ca.gov (If you can’t find your registration you may need to add your middle name or initial with your first name) Mail-in/absentee ballots are already arriving.
Worth Showing Up:
Sunday, February 9, 2020
Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
0 Euclid – Berryman Reservoir TBD
2422 Fifth St – mixed-use building 2-25-2020
1581 LeRoy Ave – convert vacant elementary school property – LPC & ZAB 2-25-2020
Remanded to ZAB or LPC With 90-Day Deadline
1155-73 Hearst (develop 2 parcels) – referred back to City Council – to be scheduled
Notice of Decision (NOD) With End of Appeal Period
1872 Allston 2-12-2020
910 Ashby 2-12-2020
2212 Ashby 2-12-2020
2336 Eighth 2-12-2020
30 Roanoke 2-25-2020
1914 Stuart 2-25-2020
1508 Virginia 2-11-2020
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspxhttps://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
WORKSHOPS
March 17 – CIP Update (PRW and Public Works), Measure T1 Update
May 5 – Budget Update, Crime Report
June 23 – Climate Action Plan/Resiliency Update, Digital Strategic Plan FUND$/Replacement Website Update
July 21, Sept 29 – no workshops scheduled “yet”
Oct 20 – Update Berkeley’s 2020 Vision, BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Vision 2050
Systems Realignment
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Worth Noting:
City Offices are closed Wednesday in observation of President Lincoln’s Birthday. Commissions with regular meetings falling on the 2nd Wednesday have been rescheduled except for Parks Commission, If planning on going to the Parks Commission meeting call Monday or Tuesday 510.981.6704 secretary Roger Miller to check if Commission is still meeting.
February 18 is the last day to Register to Vote for the March 3, CA primary. If you have not received your voting pamphlet check your voting registration https://registertovote.ca.gov (If you can’t find your registration you may need to add your middle name or initial with your first name) Mail-in/absentee ballots are already arriving.
Worth Showing Up:
- Monday – Council Health, Life Enrichment, Equity & Community Committee 10 am,
- Agenda and Rules Committee at 2:30 pm proposed agenda includes 5. contract for Zoning Standards and EIR for Ashby and North Berkeley BART developments,
- Tuesday – City Council Regular meeting at 6 pm, 17. Overnight RV Parking, 18. Ballot Initiatives
- Thursday – City Council Budget and Finance Committee 10 am, 3. Proposal for Cannabis Tax payments in bitcoin/cryptocurrency
Sunday, February 9, 2020
- Event is full with waiting list - 350 Bay Area ½ day training (in Berkeley) on how to impact State of California critical climate legislation, https://350bayarea.org/event/legislative-training-for-new-volunteers
- City Council Health, Life Enrichment, Equity & Community Committee, 10 am, at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Room, Agenda: 3. Listening Session on Homelessness, 4. Healthy Checkout Ordinance, 5. a.&b. Resolution Procurement & Sale Sugar-Sweetened Beverages, a. prohibits sale and serving in City meetings/events, b. “Recognizes principles” emphasize healthy options, 6. a.&b. Modify Policies Related to Enforcement of Smoke-Free Multi-Unit Housing Ordinance, a. Increase staffing, improve signage, make reporting less onerous, b. refer to City Manager for analysis. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Health,_Life_Enrichment,_Equity___Community.aspx
- Agenda and Rules Committee, 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm, at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Room, Agenda Planning for February 25, CONSENT: 3. Formal Bid Solicitations and RFP, $12,440,000 4. Contract $313,800 with Worldwide Travel Staffing for Nurse Registry Services March 1, 2020 – June 30, 2023, , 5. Contract $500,000 with Van Meter Williams Pollack for Professional Planning Services to Prepare Zoning Standards and EIR for Ashby and North Berkeley BART Stations, March 1, 2020 – July 31, 2021, 6. Amend Agreement with CA Dept of Transportation (Caltrans) for maintenance of the State highways within the City of Berkeley will address roadway and traffic signal improvements, 7. Contract $388,489 (includes 10% contingency) with APB General Engineering for Sanitary Sewer Rehab and Replacement, 8. Permit Fee Waiver for PG&E for Undergrounding existing overhead electrical facilities and electric service conversions in Utility Undergrounding District No. 48. (Grizzly Reak/Summit), 9. Asylum for Survivors of Domestic Violence, Affirm Berkeley’s Commitment to our asylum-seeking residents, 10.&11. Council donations, 12. Support S.2012(Feinstein) Restoring Local Control Over Public Infrastructure Act of 2019, 13. Support SB-431(Mobile phones), SB-801 (back-up battery packs), SB-802 (allow diesel-powered generators during declared disasters) support people whose lives would be endangered with emergency power shutdowns, 14. a.,b.,c. appeal 1582 LeRoy convert Hillside School to residential use, 15. ZAB Appeal 2422 Fifth St, 16. Surveillance Technology & Acquisition Reports, License Plate Readers, GPS Trackers, Body Worn Cameras, ACTION: 17. Issuance $38,000,000 General Obligation Bonds for Measure O Affordable Housing, 18. Refinancing 2009, 2010 General Obligation Bonds (Measure FF), 19. Issuance and sale of lease revenue bonds to refinance outstanding Refinance 2010 Certificates (originally issued to finance Animal Shelter Project), 20. Ordinance 1st reading Ronald V. Dellums Fair Chance Access to Housing, 21. Schedule Special City Council Meeting on Ohlone History and Culture, 22. Referral: Street Lighting Near Campus, INFORMATION REPORTS: 23. Audit report not in packet, 24. Regional Leadership and Goals for 2020, Referred Items for Review – 8. Prohibit Officeholder Accounts, 9. Potential Revisions Rules of Procedure and Order, 10. Update Telecom Ordinances, 11. Compulsory Composting and Edible Food Recovery, Revisions to Short-Term Rental Ordinance No. 7,521, Grant Writing Services, Kitchen Exhaust Hoods, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
- Homeless Commission, 7 – 9 pm at 2180 Milvia, 1st Floor Cypress Room, Agenda: 5. Census 2020, 8. Support Emergency Outdoor Shelter, 9. STAIR Center, 10. Lifelong Street Medicine proposal, Homeless persons on Caltrans property, 16. Landlord Incentives for accepting voucher/subsidy holders (rescheduled to Feb 10 because of holiday) https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Homeless_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Public Works Commission – Utility Undergrounding Subcommittee, 4 – 5 pm at 1947 Center, 4th Floor, Elm Room https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Public_Works_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Youth Commission, 6:30 pm at 1730 Oregon St, Martin Luther King Jr. Youth Services Center, Agenda: Gender Neutral bathrooms discussion and letter to BUSD School Board https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Youth_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Tax the Rich Rally, with music by Occupella, 4 – 5 pm at the Top of Solano in front of the Closed Oaks Theater, Rain Cancels
- Berkeley City Council, Tuesday, at 1231 Addison Street, BUSD Board Room, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
- Closed Session, 4 – 6 pm, Pending Litigation, a. Clay v. City of Berkeley, Case No. 18897070, 1444 Fifth Street LLC, v. City of Berkeley, Case No. 19032434
- Regular Council Meeting, 6 pm – 11pm, Agenda: CONSENT: 1. Approvals Development Agreements for 2012 Berkeley Way, 2. 2nd reading Cannabis Ordinance, 3. Appoint Lisa Warhaus as Director of Health, Housing and Community Services, 5. Add $235,000 (total $450,000) with Sloan Sakai LLP for Chief Labor Negotiator services, 6. Apply for CA Dept of Housing and Development (HCD) funds $1 – 5 million under CalHome Owner-Occupied Rehabilitation Program and agreements if awarded, 7. Apply for Infill Infrastructure grants for 2527 Blake (SAHA) and 2001 Ashby (RCD), 8. Modify Block Grant to use CSBG funds for mobile shower program, 9. Support HR 5038 – Farm Workforce Modernization Act of 2019, 10. Support HR 5609 – Homelessness Emergency Declaration Act, 12. Improve enforcement ordinance Wage Theft Prevention, 13. Installation William Byron Rumford Plaque, 14. Referral to City Manager Electric Moped Ride-Share Franchise Agreement, ACTION: 15. Recommendations Related to Code Enforcement and Receivership Actions, 16. Disposition 1631 fifth St, 17. Resolution Safe Overnight RV Parking at Designated City-Owned Parking Lots, 18. Discussion Potential Ballot Measure for inclusion in community survey, 19. Electric Bike Share Program Franchise Amendment, 20. Resolution Discouraging the Use of Cell Phones, Email, Texting, Instant Messaging and Social Media by Councilmembers during Official City Meetings, 21. 2-Lane Option on Adeline St between MLK Way and Ward. INFORMATION: Commission on Disability Workplan
- Commission on the Status of Women – Equal Pay Subcommittee, 6 – 7 pm at 2000 University, Au Coquelet, Agenda: 5. Equal Pay Workshop https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_the_Status_of_Women_Homepage.aspx
- Mental Health Commission – Audit Subcommittee, 1:30 – 3 pm at 2180 Milvia, Bay Laurel Room, 1st Floor Center St, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Mental_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- All City Offices are Closed in Observation of Lincoln’s Birthday
- The Parks Commission is listed as meeting. Other Commissions that normally meet the 2nd Wednesday have rescheduled. Parks and Waterfront Commission, 7 – 9 pm at 2800 Park St, Frances Albrier Community Center, Agenda: 16. Adopt a Spot, 17. New Commemorative Tree Program, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Parks_and_Waterfront_Commission.aspx
- City Council Budget & Finance Committee, 10 am, at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Room, Agenda: 3. Cannabis Cryptocurrency Tax, ordinance to allow City to accept stablecoin (cryptocurrency) tax remittance, 4. Council’s Fiscal Policies, 5. Utilize Substantial Portion of Cannabis Tax proceeds to fund subsidies under 1000 Person Plan (homeless plan) https://www.cityofberkeley.info/uploadedFiles/Clerk/2020-02-13%20Agenda%20Packet%20-%20Budget.pdf
- Community Environmental Advisory Commission, 7 – 9 pm at 1901 Russell St, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library, Agenda: 2. Cigarette Butt Receptacles subcommittee Report, 3. Gas Station CO2 Labeling, 4. Bee City Initiative Update, 5. Letter to State on Research of Environmentally Preferable Alternatives to Plastics (CEAC meeting date Feb 13, listed incorrectly on website home page) https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Commissions/Commission_for_Community_Environmental_Advisory/202002_CEAC_Agenda.aspx
- Zoning Adjustment Board, 7 pm at 1231 Addison St, BUSD Board Room, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
- 1919 Oregon – Demolish rear 541 sq ft addition, convert building to duplex, construct new 2-story 1438 sq ft rear dwelling unit, 3 parking spaces, staff recommend approve
- 2565 Buena Vista Way – Expand existing 1675 sq ft 2-story single family dwelling that exceeds lot coverage by excavating the lower level, staff recommend approve
- 1533 Beverly Place – enlarge existing 1212 sq ft 1-story single-family dwelling with a non-conforming front setback by adding 1035 sq ft addition including a new 2nd story, average height 23 ft – 7 ½”, add 5th bedroom, staff recommend dismiss appeal and approve
- Berkeley City Reduced Services Day
- President’s Day Long Weekend
- 350 East Bay Meeting, 10 am – 12:30 pm, at 2530 San Pablo Ave, Sierra Club Office http://350bayarea.org/events-alt
- President’s Day Long Weekend
Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
0 Euclid – Berryman Reservoir TBD
2422 Fifth St – mixed-use building 2-25-2020
1581 LeRoy Ave – convert vacant elementary school property – LPC & ZAB 2-25-2020
Remanded to ZAB or LPC With 90-Day Deadline
1155-73 Hearst (develop 2 parcels) – referred back to City Council – to be scheduled
Notice of Decision (NOD) With End of Appeal Period
1872 Allston 2-12-2020
910 Ashby 2-12-2020
2212 Ashby 2-12-2020
2336 Eighth 2-12-2020
30 Roanoke 2-25-2020
1914 Stuart 2-25-2020
1508 Virginia 2-11-2020
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspxhttps://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
WORKSHOPS
March 17 – CIP Update (PRW and Public Works), Measure T1 Update
May 5 – Budget Update, Crime Report
June 23 – Climate Action Plan/Resiliency Update, Digital Strategic Plan FUND$/Replacement Website Update
July 21, Sept 29 – no workshops scheduled “yet”
Oct 20 – Update Berkeley’s 2020 Vision, BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Vision 2050
Systems Realignment
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February 2 - February 9, 2020
Worth Noting and Showing Up:
February 18 is the last day to Register to Vote for the March 3, CA primary, https://registertovote.ca.gov Use the same link to check your registration. (If you can’t find your registration you may need to add your middle name with your first name)
Sunday, February 2, 2020
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Agenda for February 11 Council meeting: Agenda: CONSENT: 1. Approvals Development Agreements for 2012 Berkeley Way, 2. 2nd reading Cannabis Ordinance, 3. Appoint Lisa Warhaus as Director of Health, Housing and Community Services, 5. Add $235,000 (total $450,000) with Sloan Sakai LLP for Chief Labor Negotiator services, 6. Apply for CA Dept of Housing and Development (HCD) funds $1 – 5 million under CalHome Owner-Occupied Rehabilitation Program and agreements if awarded, 7. Apply for Infill Infrastructure grants for 2527 Blake (SAHA) and 2001 Ashby (RCD), 8. Modify Block Grant to use CSBG funds for mobile shower program, 9. Support HR 5038 – Farm Workforce Modernization Act of 2019, 10. Support HR 5609 – Homelessness Emergency Declaration Act, 12. Improve enforcement ordinance Wage Theft Prevention, 13. Installation William Byron Rumford Plaque, 14. Referral to City Manager Electric Moped Ride-Share Franchise Agreement, ACTION: 15. Recommendations Related to Code Enforcement and Receivership Actions, 16. Disposition 1631 fifth St, 17. Resolution Safe Overnight RV Parking at Designated City-Owned Parking Lots, 18. Discussion Potential Ballot Measure for inclusion in community survey, 19. Electric Bike Share Program Franchise Amendment, 20. Resolution Discouraging the Use of Cell Phones, Email, Texting, Instant Messaging and Social Media by Councilmembers during Official City Meetings, 21. 2-Lane Option on Adeline St between MLK Way and Ward.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2020/02_Feb/City_Council__02-11-2020_-_Regular_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
0 Euclid – Berryman Reservoir TBD
2422 Fifth St – mixed-use building 2-25-2020
1581 LeRoy Ave – convert vacant elementary school property – LPC & ZAB 2-25-2020
Remanded to ZAB or LPC With 90-Day Deadline
1155-73 Hearst (develop 2 parcels) – referred back to City Council – to be scheduled
Notice of Decision (NOD) With End of Appeal Period
1872 Allston 2-12-2020
910 Ashby 2-12-2020
1168 Cragmont 2-4-2020
2336 Eighth 2-12-2020
1412 Hearst 2-6-2020
1801 Shattuck 2-5-2020
1612 Stuart 2-4-2020
1508 Virginia 2-11-2020
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspxhttps://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
WORKSHOPS
Feb 4 – Discussion of Community Poll (Ballot Measures), Adeline Corridor Plan
March 17 – CIP Update (PRW and Public Works), Measure T1 Update
May 5 – Budget Update, Crime Report
June 23 – Climate Action Plan/Resiliency Update, Digital Strategic Plan FUND$/Replacement Website Update
July 21, Sept 29 – no workshops scheduled “yet”
Oct 20 – Update Berkeley’s 2020 Vision, BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Vision 2050
Systems Realignment
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Worth Noting and Showing Up:
- Monday – Author Talk with George Lakey on How We Win
- Tuesday – The 6 pm City Council special session includes two items ballot initiative planning and the Adeline Corridor Plan,
- Wednesday – The Planning Commission item 10. Southside Plan is about increasing the housing density (student housing) adjacent to UCB
- Thursday – Inclusionary affordable housing in Opportunity Zones (Opportunity Zones are Capital Gains tax shelters) is on the City Council Land Use Committee agenda, Facilities, Infrastructure meets in the afternoon.
- Sunday, Feb 9 – 350 Bay Area is providing ½ day training on impacting CA legislation on Climate.
February 18 is the last day to Register to Vote for the March 3, CA primary, https://registertovote.ca.gov Use the same link to check your registration. (If you can’t find your registration you may need to add your middle name with your first name)
Sunday, February 2, 2020
- No City meetings or events found
- City Council Public Safety Committee, 10:30 am, at 2180 Milvia, 1st Floor Cypress Room, Agenda, no items listed other than approving minutes https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Public_Safety.aspx
- Peace and Justice Commission, 7 pm at 2180 Milvia, 1st Floor Cypress Room, Agenda: 8. Proposed project to develop a framework for social justice approach to human needs in Berkeley, 9. 75th anniversary of atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki educational forum and development of nuclear weapons at Livermore National Weapons Lab, 13. 1/21 Council 5 to 4 vote rejecting resolution to oppose new US Base construction in Henoko-Oura of Okinawa https://www.cityofberkeley.info/ContentDisplay.aspx?id=13054
- Personnel Board, 7 – 9 pm, 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Conference Room, Agenda: V. Revise Firefighter, Sworn Fire Inspector, Deputy Fire Marshal and Fire Marshal Classifications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Personnel_Board_Homepage.aspx
- Public Works Commission – Paving Subcommittee, 6:30 – 7:30 pm at 2000 University, Au Coquelet, Agenda: 3. Creating Revised Streets Policy https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Public_Works_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- How We Win in These Polarized Times, George Lakey, Author Talk, 7 pm, at 6501 Telegraph, Niebyl-Proctor Marxist Library, no fee, donations appreciated, Sunday workshop is full with a waiting list http://eastpointpeace.org/event/howwewin/
- Tax the Rich Rally, with music by Occupella, 4 – 5 pm at the Top of Solano in front of the Closed Oaks Theater, Rain Cancels
- Berkeley City Council, Tuesday, at 1231 Addison Street, BUSD Board Room, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
- 3 pm Special Closed Session: Conference with Labor Negotiators, Employees Berkeley Police Association
- 4 pm Special Session: Public Hearing Berkeley Election Reform Act, Action: 1. Cost of Living Adjustment, 2. Prohibit Officeholder Accounts
- 6 pm Special Session, Agenda: 1. Discussion Services Council may wish to fund thru revenue measures (ballot initiatives) and community survey, 2. Adeline Corridor Planning Process Update.
- Board of Library Trustees, 6:30 pm at 1901 Russell St, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch, Agenda: Consent: B.36 month contract with First Alarm Security & Patrol $550,000 with option to extend, Action: A. Potential Impact Berkeley Patient Group relocation on West Branch Library https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
- Commission on Disability, 6:30 – 9 pm at 1947 Center, 4th Floor, Agenda: 2. Census Presentation, 5. Elevator Ordinance, 6. New Construction and Renovations – Accessibility Guidelines and Regulations https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Disability_Homepage.aspx
- Homeless Services Panel of Experts, 7 pm at 2180 Milvia, 1st Floor Cypress Room https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Homeless_Services_Panel_of_Experts.aspx
- Planning Commission, 7 – 10 pm at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: 10. Southside EIR discussion – increase density adjacent to UCB campus (roughly Bancroft Way - Dwight, Prospect – Fulton, Telegraph extends to Parker), 11. Public Hearing Amend Zoning Map and General Plan for Rose Garden Inn - 2740 & 2744 Telegraph, 2348 Ward, 12. State ADU regulation and local ADU ordinance, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Police Review Commission, 7 – 10 pm, at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: 9. Berkeley Police Dept policies regarding interactions with persons possibly on probation or parole https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- City Council Land Use, Housing & Economic Development Committee, 10:30 am, at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Room, Agenda: 3. Inclusionary Units in Opportunity Zones, 4. Chain Store Regulations, 5. Small Business Listening Sessions, 6. Amend Ordinance 13.78 to prohibit additional fees for roommate replacements, lease renewals and terminations. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Land_Use,_Housing___Economic_Development.aspx
- City Council Facilities, Infrastructure, Transportation, Environment & Sustainability Committee, 2 pm, at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Room, Agenda: Bright streets – paint crosswalks, bike lanes, traffic signage within 3 blocks of schools, 3. Regulate plastic bags at retail and food service establishments, 4. Terminate sale of gasoline, diesel and natural gas passenger vehicles in City of Berkeley by 2025, 5. Revive Berkeley Bus Rapid Transit, 6. Establish Brilliant 100 as EBCE default for residential and commercial, Renewable 100 (100% renewable energy) for Municipal accounts, 7. Potential Bonding and Funding Opportunities for improving the PCI (Paving Condition Index) and creating a Paving Master Plan. Unscheduled/Items for Future Agendas: Traffic Circles, Climate Emergency Dept/Office https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Facilities,_Infrastructure,_Transportation,_Environment,___Sustainability.aspx
- Cannabis Commission, 2 – 4 pm, at 2180 Milvia St, 6th Floor, Agenda: VII. A. Best Practices for Equity Programs, B. Cannabis Ordinance passed 1-28-2020 https://www.cityofberkeley.info/MedicalCannabis/
- Fair Campaign Practices Commission, 7 pm at 2180 Milvia, Cypress Room, 4. Public Campaign Financing Program certification for Alexander Sharenko https://www.cityofberkeley.info/FCPC/
- Housing Advisory Commission, 7 – 9 pm at 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: 8. 1654 Fifth St, 9. Climate Emergency Subcommittee, http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Housing_Advisory_Commission/
- Landmarks Preservation Commission, 7 – 11:30 pm at 1947 Center St, Multipurpose Room, Basement, http://www.cityofberkeley.info/landmarkspreservationcommission/
- 1399 Queens Road – Landmark or Structure of Merit Designation
- 3000-3006 San Pablo – Demolition Referral
- 2590 Bancroft Way – Demolition Referral
- 2300 Ellsworth – Landmark or Structure of Merit Initiation
- Certified Local Government Grant Application
- 2043 Lincoln – Landmark or Structure of Merit designation
- 2133 University - Sign Alteration Permit
- 2200-block Piedmont Ave – Structural Alteration Permit
- Public Works Commission Regular Meeting, 7 – 10 pm at 1326 Allston Way, Willow Room, City of Berkeley Corporation Yard, No Agenda posted, check before going https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Public_Works_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Public Works Commission – Utility Undergrounding Subcommittee, 4 – 5 pm at 1947 Center, 4th Floor, Elm Room, 5. Council work session March 24, 6. Transition from undergrounding subcommittee to task force if approved by Council https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Public_Works_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- California on Fire – Toyota protest rally, 4 – 5:30 pm, at 2400 Shattuck, Toyota Dealership, can’t come call Toyota USA CEO Jim Lentz @ 800-331-4331. https://www.caranddriver.com/news/a29818835/trump-toyota-fuel-economy/
- No City meetings/events found
- 350 Bay Area ½ day training (in Berkeley) on how to impact State of California critical climate legislation, 12:20 – 4 pm, sign up online to attend https://350bayarea.org/event/legislative-training-for-new-volunteers
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Agenda for February 11 Council meeting: Agenda: CONSENT: 1. Approvals Development Agreements for 2012 Berkeley Way, 2. 2nd reading Cannabis Ordinance, 3. Appoint Lisa Warhaus as Director of Health, Housing and Community Services, 5. Add $235,000 (total $450,000) with Sloan Sakai LLP for Chief Labor Negotiator services, 6. Apply for CA Dept of Housing and Development (HCD) funds $1 – 5 million under CalHome Owner-Occupied Rehabilitation Program and agreements if awarded, 7. Apply for Infill Infrastructure grants for 2527 Blake (SAHA) and 2001 Ashby (RCD), 8. Modify Block Grant to use CSBG funds for mobile shower program, 9. Support HR 5038 – Farm Workforce Modernization Act of 2019, 10. Support HR 5609 – Homelessness Emergency Declaration Act, 12. Improve enforcement ordinance Wage Theft Prevention, 13. Installation William Byron Rumford Plaque, 14. Referral to City Manager Electric Moped Ride-Share Franchise Agreement, ACTION: 15. Recommendations Related to Code Enforcement and Receivership Actions, 16. Disposition 1631 fifth St, 17. Resolution Safe Overnight RV Parking at Designated City-Owned Parking Lots, 18. Discussion Potential Ballot Measure for inclusion in community survey, 19. Electric Bike Share Program Franchise Amendment, 20. Resolution Discouraging the Use of Cell Phones, Email, Texting, Instant Messaging and Social Media by Councilmembers during Official City Meetings, 21. 2-Lane Option on Adeline St between MLK Way and Ward.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2020/02_Feb/City_Council__02-11-2020_-_Regular_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
0 Euclid – Berryman Reservoir TBD
2422 Fifth St – mixed-use building 2-25-2020
1581 LeRoy Ave – convert vacant elementary school property – LPC & ZAB 2-25-2020
Remanded to ZAB or LPC With 90-Day Deadline
1155-73 Hearst (develop 2 parcels) – referred back to City Council – to be scheduled
Notice of Decision (NOD) With End of Appeal Period
1872 Allston 2-12-2020
910 Ashby 2-12-2020
1168 Cragmont 2-4-2020
2336 Eighth 2-12-2020
1412 Hearst 2-6-2020
1801 Shattuck 2-5-2020
1612 Stuart 2-4-2020
1508 Virginia 2-11-2020
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspxhttps://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
WORKSHOPS
Feb 4 – Discussion of Community Poll (Ballot Measures), Adeline Corridor Plan
March 17 – CIP Update (PRW and Public Works), Measure T1 Update
May 5 – Budget Update, Crime Report
June 23 – Climate Action Plan/Resiliency Update, Digital Strategic Plan FUND$/Replacement Website Update
July 21, Sept 29 – no workshops scheduled “yet”
Oct 20 – Update Berkeley’s 2020 Vision, BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Vision 2050
Systems Realignment
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January 26 - February 2, 2020
Worth Noting and Showing Up:
For a week that should have been quiet other than City Council on Tuesday, it is packed with workshops, speakers and interesting looking meeting agendas.
Sunday – Free Workshop – Electrify Everything, If you have a gas furnace or water heater on its last leg, the electrification workshop is a must. We must get off natural gas and now we can do it.
Monday – Check proposed agenda items for Feb 11 City Council meeting.
Tuesday – If you can’t show up or tune into the 4 pm City Council session on the Fire Department, take a quick scan of the report – link is included. Surveillance and Safe overnight RV parking are action items in the City Council Regular meeting agenda
Wednesday – The Planning Commission is presenting the Adeline Corridor Plan
Thursday – Seminar on preparing for power outages - Are You Prepared for the Next Power Outage,
Saturday – Listened to an interview with Todd Miller on YouTube and I am putting the evening Climate Disruption, Migration and Border Walls with journalist Todd Miller high on my show-up list. There is an all-day workshop on the Adeline Corridor from 9 am – 5 pm.
If you are interested in looking at the building projects that have been approved and are in the appeal period, that list with links follows the weekly list of meetings.
Sunday, January 26, 2019
Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
0 Euclid – Berryman Reservoir TBD
2422 Fifth St – mixed-use building 2-25-2020
1581 LeRoy Ave – convert vacant elementary school property – LPC & ZAB 2-25-2020
Remanded to ZAB or LPC With 90-Day Deadline
1155-73 Hearst (develop 2 parcels) – referred back to City Council – to be scheduled
Notice of Decision (NOD) With End of Appeal Period
1332 Alcatraz 1-29-2020
1516 Carleton 1-29-2020
1168 Cragmont 2-4-2020
1236 Dwight 1-27-2020
1795 Fourth 1-27-2020
1412 Hearst 2-6-2020
168 Hill 1-27-2020
1332-34 Oxford 1-29-2020
2323 Rose 1-23-2020
1562 San Lorenzo 1-28-2020
2929 Seventh 1-30-2020
2768 Shasta 1-27-2020
1801 Shattuck 2-5-2020
1632 Sterling 1-27-2020
1612 Stuart 2-4-2020
1508 Virginia 2-11-2020
1414 Walnut 1-28-2020
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspxhttps://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
WORKSHOPS
Feb 4 – Discussion of Community Poll (Ballot Measures), Adeline Corridor Plan
March 17 – CIP Update (PRW and Public Works), Measure T1 Update
May 5 – Budget Update, Crime Report
June 23 – Climate Action Plan/Resiliency Update, Digital Strategic Plan FUND$/Replacement Website Update
July 21, Sept 29 – no workshops scheduled “yet”
Oct 20 – Update Berkeley’s 2020 Vision, BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Vision 2050
Systems Realignment
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Worth Noting and Showing Up:
For a week that should have been quiet other than City Council on Tuesday, it is packed with workshops, speakers and interesting looking meeting agendas.
Sunday – Free Workshop – Electrify Everything, If you have a gas furnace or water heater on its last leg, the electrification workshop is a must. We must get off natural gas and now we can do it.
Monday – Check proposed agenda items for Feb 11 City Council meeting.
Tuesday – If you can’t show up or tune into the 4 pm City Council session on the Fire Department, take a quick scan of the report – link is included. Surveillance and Safe overnight RV parking are action items in the City Council Regular meeting agenda
Wednesday – The Planning Commission is presenting the Adeline Corridor Plan
Thursday – Seminar on preparing for power outages - Are You Prepared for the Next Power Outage,
Saturday – Listened to an interview with Todd Miller on YouTube and I am putting the evening Climate Disruption, Migration and Border Walls with journalist Todd Miller high on my show-up list. There is an all-day workshop on the Adeline Corridor from 9 am – 5 pm.
If you are interested in looking at the building projects that have been approved and are in the appeal period, that list with links follows the weekly list of meetings.
Sunday, January 26, 2019
- Electrify Everything Albany, 11am-1 pm, free workshop at 1249 Marin Ave, Albany, Albany Community Center, on how to electrify everything including electric heat pumps and water heating http://electrifyeverything.online/buildings
- Register https://www.eventbrite.com/e/carbon-free-workshop-electrification-2020-carbon-free-albany-challenge-registration-86849520253
- City Council Health, Life Enrichment, Equity & Community Committee, 10 am, at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Room, Agenda: 2. Listening Session on Homelessness, 3. Healthy Checkout – stores >2,500 sq ft to sell more nutritious food and beverage options in checkout areas, 4. a. & b. Resolution procurement, Sales and Serving of Sugar-Sweetened Beverages at City departments and City food services, Unscheduled: 5. a.&b.Enforcement of Berkeley Smoke-Free Multi-Unit Housing https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Health,_Life_Enrichment,_Equity___Community.aspx
- Agenda and Rules Committee, 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm, at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Room, Agenda Planning for February 11 Council meeting: Referred Items for Review: 8. Updating Telecom Ordinances, Unscheduled Items: 9. Compulsory Composting and Edible Food Recovery CA SB 1383, 10. Revisions to Council Rules of Procedures and Order, Proposed Agenda, CONSENT: 1. Approvals Development Agreements for 2012 Berkeley Way, 2. Appoint Lisa Warhaus as Director of Health, Housing and Community Services, 4. Add $235,000 (total $450,000) with Sloan Sakai LLP for Chief Labor Negotiator services, 5/ Apply for CA Dept of Housing and Development (HCD) funds $1 – 5 million under CalHome Owner-Occupied Rehabilitation Program and agreements if awarded, 6. Apply for Infill Infrastructure grants for 2527 Blake (SAHA) and 2001 Ashby (RCD), 7. Modify Block Grantto use CSBG funds for mobile shower program, 8. Support HR 5038 – Farm Workforce Modernization Act of 2019, 9. Support HR 5609 – Homelessness Emergency Declaration Act, 10. Referral to City Manager Electric Moped Ride-Share Franchise Agreement, ACTION: 11. Recommendations Related to Code Enforcement and Receivership Actions, 12. Discussion Potential Ballot Measure for inclusion in community survey, 13. Electric Bike Share Program Franchise Amendment, 14. Resolution Discouraging the Use of Cell Phones, Email, Texting, Instant Messaging and Social Media by Councilmembers during Official City Meetings, 15. Amend Ordinance to B.M.C. Chapter 13.78 to prohibit additional fees for Roommate Replacements and Lease Renewals and Terminations, 16. Installation of William Byron Rumford Plaque, 17. Analyze for potential redesign for 2-Lane Option on Adeline between MLK and Ward, 18. Referral to Budget Process: Eliminate the Permit Service Center (PSC) Fund and Direct Revenues to the General Fund – all departments currently funded through PSC Fund should have their funding from the General Fund. Unfinished Business for Scheduling: 1. Revisions to Ordinance No. 7,521 to increase compliance with the City’s short-term rental ordinance, 2. Grant Writing Services Referral, 3. Wage Theft Prevention Ordinance, 4. Ordinance to Require Kitchen Exhaust Hood Ventilation https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
- City/UC/Student Relations Committee, 12 – 2 pm, at 2465 Bancroft Way, Eshleman Hall, ASUC Senate Chamber, 5th Floor, Agenda: Census 2020, Southside Safety Plan (Berkeley Police, UC Police), Campus and City Pedestrian Safety (ASUC). https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/City/UC/Student_Relations_Committee.aspx
- Homeless Commission, - Homeless Encampment Subcommittee Meeting 5 pm at 2000 University, Au Coquelet, 4. Encampment Matrix, 6. Outdoor Emergency Shelter, 7. People’s Park Encampment, 8. Mitigating Loss and Damage due to displacement https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Homeless_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Measure O Bond Oversight Committee, 6:30 pm, at 2180 Milvia, Cypress Room, Agenda: 5. Commissioner Knowledge Exchange Affordable Housing, 7. Recent Council Housing Actions, 8. Becoming and Staying Informed on Housing Activities of Other Commissions https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Measure_O_Bond_Oversight_Committee.aspx
- Zero Waste Commission, 7 – 9 pm at 1326 Allston Way, Willow Room, City of Berkeley Corporation Yard, Agenda: Updates Solid Waste Recycling Transfer Center, 1. Presentation Fillgood.co, Skip the Slip proposal, Single Use Foodware Ordinance Implementation, Design Guidelines for New Construction, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Zero_Waste_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Tax the Rich Rally, with music by Occupella, 4 – 5 pm at the Top of Solano in front of the Closed Oaks Theater, Rain Cancels
- Berkeley City Council, Tuesday, at 1231 Addison Street, BUSD Board Room, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
- Special Meeting - Fire and Emergency Services Funding, 4 pm, Presentation: emergency response and transport, fire suppression, emergency notification siren, evacuation, facilities, ballot measures, fees https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2020/01_Jan/City_Council__01-28-2020_-_Special_Meeting_Agenda.aspx,
- Regular Meeting, 6:00 pm – 11:00 pm, Agenda: CONSENT: 1. $75,000 Contract with Lake Research Partners for 2020 Registered Voter Survey, 3. Enter Participation Agreement with Pension Stabilization Trust for IRS Section 115 Trust Fund, 4. Add $50,000 (total $100,000) with Albany Community Access Resources and Services (Albany CARES) for Mental Health Services, 5. Apply for Infill Infrastructure Grant (IIG) for 1601 Oxford, 6. Sell 1631 Fifth St, 7. Cost Sharing Agreement with EBMUD not to exceed $855,264 (includes 20% contingency) for pipeline and paving Ellsworth and Stuart, 8. 2020 Regional Body Appointments, 9. Resolution ”New Border Vision” migrants are part of human family deserving dignity and respect, 10. Allocation Discretionary Funds for Dorothy Day, 11. Letter supporting dedicated bus lane on Bay Bridge, 10. Letter Supporting revival of Berkeley Bus Rapid Transit, ACTION: 12. Cannabis Ordinance Revisions, 13. Surveillance: Technology Report, Acquisition Report, Use Policy for License Plate Readers, GPS Trackers, Body Worn Cameras, 14. goBerkeley Residential Shared Parking Pilot Project Update, 15. Resolution for Safe Overnight RV Parking at Designated City-Owned Parking Lots during overnight non-business hours, INFORMATION REPORTS: 16. Public Health Division Recommendations on Cannabis,
- Peace and Justice Commission – Socially Responsible Investment Procurement Policy Subcommittee, 6 - 7 pm at 1125 University, City of Berkeley West Branch Library, Agenda: 3. Response to Council request for policy to govern Commission’s advisory role on socially investment and procurement, 4. Review Finance Dept responses https://www.cityofberkeley.info/ContentDisplay.aspx?id=13054
- Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board, 5:45 pm, at 2001 Center, 2nd Floor Law Library, Agenda: Adopt Resolution modifying the Fiscal Year, Staffing Model to be Delivered https://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
- Concurrent Meeting Parks and Waterfront Commission and Public Works Commission, 7 – 9:30 pm at 1947 Center, Multi-purpose Room, Basement, Agenda: Measure T1 Phase 2 Kickoff, timelines, story maps https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Parks_and_Waterfront_Commission.aspx
- Planning Commission – Adeline Corridor Specific Plan Subcommittee, 7 – 10 pm at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Are You Prepared for the Next Power Outage, 6:30 – 8 pm, at 1606 Bonita, Berkeley Fellowship of Unitarian Universalists, CERT trainer Sam Freeman will present seminar on alternatives to utility powered appliances and alternative power sources https://bdpnnetwork.org/event/are-you-prepared-for-the-next-power-outage/
- Councilmember Cheryl Davila Open Office Hours, 3 - 5 pm, at 2180 Milvia, 5th Floor, Redbud Conference Room
- California on Fire – Toyota protest rally, 4 – 5:30 pm, at 2400 Shattuck, Toyota Dealership, can’t come call Toyota USA CEO Jim Lentz @ 800-331-4331. https://www.caranddriver.com/news/a29818835/trump-toyota-fuel-economy/
- Planning Commission – Adeline Corridor Specific Plan Subcommittee, 9 am – 5 pm at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center, Room A, 2nd Floor, Agenda: Working Meeting to discuss Subcommittee Recommendations on Plan https://www.cityofberkeley.info/adelinecorridor/
- Climate Disruption, Migration, and the Rise of Walls with Todd Miller journalist, author Empire of Borders: The Expansion of the US Border Around the World and Storming the Wall: Climate Change, Migration and Homeland Security, 7 – 9 pm at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center, $5 admission – no one turned away for lack of funds http://www.sunflower-alliance.org/climate-disruption-migration-and-the-rise-of-walls-february-1/
- No City meetings or City sponsored events found
Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
0 Euclid – Berryman Reservoir TBD
2422 Fifth St – mixed-use building 2-25-2020
1581 LeRoy Ave – convert vacant elementary school property – LPC & ZAB 2-25-2020
Remanded to ZAB or LPC With 90-Day Deadline
1155-73 Hearst (develop 2 parcels) – referred back to City Council – to be scheduled
Notice of Decision (NOD) With End of Appeal Period
1332 Alcatraz 1-29-2020
1516 Carleton 1-29-2020
1168 Cragmont 2-4-2020
1236 Dwight 1-27-2020
1795 Fourth 1-27-2020
1412 Hearst 2-6-2020
168 Hill 1-27-2020
1332-34 Oxford 1-29-2020
2323 Rose 1-23-2020
1562 San Lorenzo 1-28-2020
2929 Seventh 1-30-2020
2768 Shasta 1-27-2020
1801 Shattuck 2-5-2020
1632 Sterling 1-27-2020
1612 Stuart 2-4-2020
1508 Virginia 2-11-2020
1414 Walnut 1-28-2020
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspxhttps://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
WORKSHOPS
Feb 4 – Discussion of Community Poll (Ballot Measures), Adeline Corridor Plan
March 17 – CIP Update (PRW and Public Works), Measure T1 Update
May 5 – Budget Update, Crime Report
June 23 – Climate Action Plan/Resiliency Update, Digital Strategic Plan FUND$/Replacement Website Update
July 21, Sept 29 – no workshops scheduled “yet”
Oct 20 – Update Berkeley’s 2020 Vision, BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Vision 2050
Systems Realignment
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January 19 - January 26, 2020
Worth Noting and Showing Up:
Future:
City Council January 28 meeting available for comment, email [email protected] CONSENT: 1. $75,000 Contract with Lake Research Partners for 2020 Registered Voter Survey, 3. Enter Participation Agreement with Pension Stabilization Trust for IRS Section 115 Trust Fund, 4. Add $50,000 (total $100,000) with Albany Community Access Resources and Services (Albany CARES) for Mental Health Services, 5. Apply for Infill Infrastructure Grant (IIG) for 1601 Oxford, 6. Sell 1631 Fifth St, 7. Cost Sharing Agreement with EBMUD not to exceed $855,264 (includes 20% contingency) for pipeline and paving Ellsworth and Stuart, 8. 2020 Regional Body Appointments, 9. Resolution ”New Border Vision” migrants are part of human family deserving dignity and respect, 10. Allocation Discretionary Funds for Dorothy Day, 11. Letter supporting dedicated bus lane on Bay Bridge, 10. Letter Supporting revival of Berkeley Bus Rapid Transit, ACTION: 12. Cannabis Ordinance Revisions, 13. Surveillance: Technology Report, Acquisition Report, Use Policy for License Plate Readers, GPS Trackers, Body Worn Cameras, 14. goBerkeley Residential Shared Parking Pilot Project Update, 15. Resolution for Safe RV Parking at Designated City-Owned Parking Lots during overnight non-business hours, INFORMATION REPORTS: 16. Public Health Division Recommendations on Cannabis,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
0 Euclid – Berryman Reservoir TBD
2422 Fifth St – mixed-use building 2-25-2020
1581 LeRoy Ave – convert vacant elementary school property – LPC & ZAB 2-25-2020
Remanded to ZAB or LPC With 90-Day Deadline
1155-73 Hearst (develop 2 parcels) – referred back to City Council – to be scheduled
Notice of Decision (NOD) With End of Appeal Period
1332 Alcatraz 1-29-2020
1516 Carleton 1-29-2020
1731 Channing 1-22-2020
1210 Cornell 1-22-2020
1168 Cragmont 2-4-2020
1236 Dwight 1-27-2020
1795 Fourth 1-27-2020
168 Hill 1-27-2020
1332-34 Oxford 1-29-2020
2323 Rose 1-23-2020
1562 San Lorenzo 1-28-2020
2929 Seventh 1-30-2020
2768 Shasta 1-27-2020
1241 Sixth 1-22-2020
1850 Solano 1-22-2020
1632 Sterling 1-27-2020
1508 Virginia 2-11-2020
1414 Walnut 1-28-2020
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
WORKSHOPS
Feb 4 – Discussion of Community Poll (Ballot Measures), Adeline Corridor Plan
March 17 – Undergrounding Task Force, CIP Update (PRW and Public Works), Measure T1 Update
May 5 – Budget Update, Crime Report
June 23 – Climate Action Plan/Resiliency Update, Digital Strategic Plan FUND$/Replacement Website Update
July 21 and Sept 29 – no workshops scheduled “yet”
Oct 20 – Update: Berkeley’s 2020 Vision, BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Systems Realignment
Vision 2050
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To Check For Regional Meetings with Berkeley Council Appointees go to
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Committee_and_Regional_Body_Appointees.aspx
To check for Berkeley Unified School District Board Meetings go to
https://www.berkeleyschools.net/schoolboard/board-meeting-information/
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This meeting list is also posted on the Sustainable Berkeley Coalition website.
http://www.sustainableberkeleycoalition.com/whats-ahead.html and in the Berkeley Daily Planet under activist’s calendar http://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
When notices of meetings are found that are posted after Friday 5:00 pm they are added to the website schedule https://www.sustainableberkeleycoalition.com/whats-ahead.html and preceded by LATE ENTRY
Worth Noting and Showing Up:
- Tuesday: The City Council 6 pm regular meeting agenda is still very long even though the 40 items on consent should not take a lot of time. The Hot Items on action are: 5-year paving plan, 44. Establishing Outdoor Emergency Shelter, 46. Purchase order for 9 trucks.
- Wednesday: Both the Energy Commission and the Disaster and Fire Safety Commission look worth attending, unfortunately they both are at the same time and neither are recorded.
- Thursday: The Council Budget Committee meets and the agenda includes fiscal policy and cannabis cryptocurrency tax. The Zoning adjustment Board will review the proposed 7-story apartment building (retail ground floor) at the Touchless Carwash site.
Future:
- The January 28 City Council meeting agenda is available for comment and follows the weekly summary of meetings. Key items: 13. Surveillance: Technology and Acquisition Reports, 15. Resolution for Safe overnight RV Parking at Designated City-Owned Parking Lots
- January 30 - Are You Prepared for the Next Power Outage, 6:30 – 8 pm, at 1606 Bonita, Berkeley Fellowship of Unitarian Universalists, CERT trainer Sam Freeman will present seminar on alternatives to utility powered appliances and alternative power sources https://bdpnnetwork.org/event/are-you-prepared-for-the-next-power-outage/
- February 1, Climate Disruption, Migration, and the Rise of Walls, 7-9 pm, 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center, $5 admission – no one turned away for lack of funds http://www.sunflower-alliance.org/climate-disruption-migration-and-the-rise-of-walls-february-1/
- February 20, Berkeley 2020 Census Town Hall with Supervisor Keith Carson, 5:30 – 7 pm, Ed Roberts Campus
- No City meetings or events found
- Martin Luther King Jr Holiday – City offices closed
- Tax the Rich Rally, with music by Occupella, 4 – 5 pm at the Top of Solano in front of the Closed Oaks Theater, Rain Cancels
- Parks and Waterfront Commission – Marina Fiscal Subcommittee, 9 – 10:30 am at 2180 Milvia, Maple Room, 3rd Floor, Agenda: 7. Review of Marin Finances, 8. Public Trust Revenue, 9. Status of Marina Area Specific Plan https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Parks_and_Waterfront_Commission.aspx
- Solano Avenue Business Improvement District Advisory Board, no regular meeting schedule, at 1821 Catalina Ave, Thousand Oaks Baptist Church, Agenda: 4. Planned Expenditures for 2020 including Event Planning https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Solano_BID_Board.aspx
- Berkeley City Council, 1231 Addison Street, BUSD Board Room
- 4 pm Closed Session, Agenda: Conference with Labor Negotiators, employee group Berkeley Police Association
- 6 pm Regular Session, Agenda: City Council January 21 meeting available for comment, email [email protected] CONSENT: 1. Ratify license agreement for Jazz School to use 1947 Center for 3-month term ending March 31, 2020, 2. Ratify $150,000 contract with Capoeira, 6. $675,000 total 3 yr Contracts Copying Services, 7. $112,000 Contract with Venture Tactical for Firefighters Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), 8. $47,000 Contract with First Spear of California (FSOC) for Firefighters PPE, 9. $166,680 Contract with Michael Brady for Emergency Management Training for City Emergency Operations Center (EOC) and Department of Operations Center (DOC), 10. Designate line of succession in disaster, 11. Grant Application for funding from Urban Areas Security Initiative (UASI) for $56,472 Emergency Medical Training Equipment and $53,134 purchase Polaris Fire/Rescue Utility Vehicle, 12. Grant Application for funding from CA Dept of Forestry and Fire Protection for $800,484 for 3-year vegetation mitigation program in Wildland Urban Interface (WUI) in Berkeley Fire Zones 2 and 3, 13. Add $25,000 (total $100,000) and extend current contract by 4 months with Building Opportunities for Self-Sufficiency (BOSS), 14. Add $24,000 (total $78,500) to contract with Resource Development Associates (RDA) to provide evaluation consulting services for the Homeless Outreach and Treatment Team (HOTT), 15. Release of Resale Restrictions on Redevelopment Homeowner Loans, 16. Grant Applications total $2.625 million for 2527 San Pablo (SAHA) and 2001 Ashby (RCD) and $4.047 million in state AHSC funds for project-related transportation and infrastructure improvements, 17. Ordinance for 2012 Berkeley Way Partial Assignment and Third Amendment to Disposition and Development Agreement, Ground Leases, 18. Removed, 19. Establish Mental Health Nurse Classification Series, 20. $285,609 payment to State of CA Self-Insurance Fund (Worker’s Comp) for Fiscal Year 2020, 21. Add $225,000 (total $621,000) to Contract with Environmental Systems Research Institute, Inc (ESRI) for Enterprise Graphical Information Systems (GIS) for software license maintenance and support July 1, 2020 – June 30, 2023, 22. Add $73,658 (total $329,061) May 1, 2016 – June 30, 2021 with ThirdWave Corporation for Digital Strategic Plan Refresh and RapidWorkFlow® Process Modeling Certification Training, 23. Add $28,620 (total $128,620) to Contract with Presidio Network Solutions to develop a Cyber Resilience Plan (CRP), 24. Michael H. Weiss Memorial Bench at Cesar Chavez Park, 25. Add $60,000 (total $384,335) to Contract with Bellingham to replace damaged finger docks at Berkeley Marina, 26. Add $90,000 (total $190,000) to contract with Epic Recruiting for Police and professional staff recruiting, 27. Add $13,600,000 (total $26,661,930) withRecology, Inc Blossom Valley Organics – North facility for hauling and processing organic compostable green and food waste, terms thru Feb 28, 2025, 28. Mental Health Commission Appointments of Maria Moore, Edward Opton, Farzaneh Izadi, 29. Oppose new US base in Henoko-Oura Bay of Okinawa, 32. Short Term Referral to City Manager on Climate Emergency Response and Environmental Sustainability to 1. Improve and increase Community Engagement, 2. Identify Funding resources to implement 1 & 3. And 3. Require all City Council items and staff reports to include Climate Impacts in addition to Environmental Sustainability. 33. Budget Referral Equal Pay Audit, 35. Small Business Listening Sessions, 36. Code Enforcement on Receivership, 39. Reaffirm Roe v. Wade, 40. No War with Iran, Items 30, 31, 34, 38, allocation of Councilmember discretionary funds, ACTION: 41. Parking (RPP) 1500 block of Lincoln, 42. Extend ADU Urgency Ordinance by 10 months and 15 days to comply with new STATE Law pending further analysis and adoption of local regulations, 43. a.&b. Five year Paving Plan, 44. Establishing Outdoor Emergency Shelter, 45. Confirm Measure P Allocations FY 2020-2021, 46. Purchase Order for $492,284 plus $245,000 to add plug-in hybrid when it becomes available for 9 Ford Super Duty F-Series Pickup Trucks, 47. Require Kitchen Exhaust Hood Ventilation prior to execution of contract for sale or close of escrow, 48. City Council revisions of Rules and Procedure, 49. a.&b. purchase of, provision of sugar sweetened beverages with City funds or sale of sugar sweetened beverages on City property, INFORMATION REPORTS: 50. 2019 Business Survey Results, 51. Small Business Retention Programs, 52. Measure T1. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
- Civic Arts Commission, 6 – 8 pm at 1901 Russell St, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library, Agenda: 6. a. Report on Civic Arts Grants, b. Approval of Grant Application Finalists FY2021, 7. Presentations: a. T1 Phase 1 & 2, b. Public Art Funding Audit https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CivicArtsCommissionHomepage/
- Disaster and Fire Safety Commission, 7 – 9 pm at 997 Cedar St, Fire Department Training Center, Agenda: 3. Notifications to Residents in High risk fire areas, 4. Underground Utilities, 5. T1, 6. Special Tax assessment for Wildfire Prevention, 7. Public Safety Power Shutoff in 2019 and future, 8. Emergency preparedness https://www.cityofberkeley.info/uploadedFiles/Fire/Commissions/Commission_for_Disaster_and_Fire_Safety/DFSC%20Agenda%20Packet%2020-01-22.pdf
- Energy Commission, 6:30 – 9 pm at 1947 Center St, Agenda: 5. Utility User Tax, 6. Climate Action Fund, 7. EBCE, 8. BESO (energy use evaluation), 9. PSPS https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Energy_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Police Review Commission, 7 – 10 pm, at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: 10. Lexipol Policies: Emergency Operations Plan, Officer Involved Shooting/Injury Review Board, Biological Samples, Response to Bomb Calls, Contact and Temporary Detentions https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- City Council Budget & Finance Committee, 2 pm, at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Room, Agenda: 2. Review of Council’s Fiscal Policies, 3. Cannabis Cryptocurrency Tax https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Budget___Finance.aspx
- Community Health Commission, 6:30 – 9 pm at 2939 Ellis St. South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Presentations: Dr. Lisa Hernandez, Health Officer Update, Tobacco Prevention Program, Action: Cannabis Retailer Operating Hours https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Community_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Mental Health Commission, 7 – 9 pm at 1947 Center St, Agenda: 3. Interview-vote on nomination of Ann Hawkins 7. Mandated 1-hour training https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Mental_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Zoning Adjustment Board, 7 pm at 1231 Addison St, BUSD Board Room, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
- 2336 Eighth Street – construct 1242 sq ft 2-story addition, adding 2 bedrooms (total 8) to existing duplex, - on consent
- 2212 Ashby – construct 118 sq ft 1-story addition to enlarge bedroom and add bathroom to existing duplex on lot that is over density - on consent
- 910 Ashby – demolish a 2400 sq ft commercial building – on consent
- 1872 Allston – construct 1955 sq ft, 2-story single family dwelling, ave. height 25’6” – on consent
- 2150 – 2176 Kittredge – demolish 5-story commercial building, 1-story convenience store and carwash facility, merge two parcels, construct 75 ft 7-story mixed-use, 23,000 sq ft ground floor commercial area, 165 dwellings and 52 off-street parking spaces, staff recommend approve
- 2590 Bancroft Way – preview – demolish 2-story commercial building, construct 8-story mixed-use building, 87 dwellings (5 very low income)
- California on Fire – Toyota protest rally, 3 – 5 pm, at 2400 Shattuck, Toyota Dealership, can’t come call Toyota USA CEO Jim Lentz @ 800-331-4331. https://www.caranddriver.com/news/a29818835/trump-toyota-fuel-economy/
- No City Events Found
- No City Events Found
City Council January 28 meeting available for comment, email [email protected] CONSENT: 1. $75,000 Contract with Lake Research Partners for 2020 Registered Voter Survey, 3. Enter Participation Agreement with Pension Stabilization Trust for IRS Section 115 Trust Fund, 4. Add $50,000 (total $100,000) with Albany Community Access Resources and Services (Albany CARES) for Mental Health Services, 5. Apply for Infill Infrastructure Grant (IIG) for 1601 Oxford, 6. Sell 1631 Fifth St, 7. Cost Sharing Agreement with EBMUD not to exceed $855,264 (includes 20% contingency) for pipeline and paving Ellsworth and Stuart, 8. 2020 Regional Body Appointments, 9. Resolution ”New Border Vision” migrants are part of human family deserving dignity and respect, 10. Allocation Discretionary Funds for Dorothy Day, 11. Letter supporting dedicated bus lane on Bay Bridge, 10. Letter Supporting revival of Berkeley Bus Rapid Transit, ACTION: 12. Cannabis Ordinance Revisions, 13. Surveillance: Technology Report, Acquisition Report, Use Policy for License Plate Readers, GPS Trackers, Body Worn Cameras, 14. goBerkeley Residential Shared Parking Pilot Project Update, 15. Resolution for Safe RV Parking at Designated City-Owned Parking Lots during overnight non-business hours, INFORMATION REPORTS: 16. Public Health Division Recommendations on Cannabis,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
0 Euclid – Berryman Reservoir TBD
2422 Fifth St – mixed-use building 2-25-2020
1581 LeRoy Ave – convert vacant elementary school property – LPC & ZAB 2-25-2020
Remanded to ZAB or LPC With 90-Day Deadline
1155-73 Hearst (develop 2 parcels) – referred back to City Council – to be scheduled
Notice of Decision (NOD) With End of Appeal Period
1332 Alcatraz 1-29-2020
1516 Carleton 1-29-2020
1731 Channing 1-22-2020
1210 Cornell 1-22-2020
1168 Cragmont 2-4-2020
1236 Dwight 1-27-2020
1795 Fourth 1-27-2020
168 Hill 1-27-2020
1332-34 Oxford 1-29-2020
2323 Rose 1-23-2020
1562 San Lorenzo 1-28-2020
2929 Seventh 1-30-2020
2768 Shasta 1-27-2020
1241 Sixth 1-22-2020
1850 Solano 1-22-2020
1632 Sterling 1-27-2020
1508 Virginia 2-11-2020
1414 Walnut 1-28-2020
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
WORKSHOPS
Feb 4 – Discussion of Community Poll (Ballot Measures), Adeline Corridor Plan
March 17 – Undergrounding Task Force, CIP Update (PRW and Public Works), Measure T1 Update
May 5 – Budget Update, Crime Report
June 23 – Climate Action Plan/Resiliency Update, Digital Strategic Plan FUND$/Replacement Website Update
July 21 and Sept 29 – no workshops scheduled “yet”
Oct 20 – Update: Berkeley’s 2020 Vision, BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Systems Realignment
Vision 2050
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To Check For Regional Meetings with Berkeley Council Appointees go to
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Committee_and_Regional_Body_Appointees.aspx
To check for Berkeley Unified School District Board Meetings go to
https://www.berkeleyschools.net/schoolboard/board-meeting-information/
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This meeting list is also posted on the Sustainable Berkeley Coalition website.
http://www.sustainableberkeleycoalition.com/whats-ahead.html and in the Berkeley Daily Planet under activist’s calendar http://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
When notices of meetings are found that are posted after Friday 5:00 pm they are added to the website schedule https://www.sustainableberkeleycoalition.com/whats-ahead.html and preceded by LATE ENTRY
January 12 - January 19, 2020
Worth Noting and Showing Up:
The summary below is good reason not to have confidence in the City’s Community Calendar as a source as many of the meetings found by going through every board and commission were not listed in the Community Calendar.
The agenda for the January 21 City Council meeting follows the list of next week’s meetings and there are lots of important items that could use your comment either with an email, phone call or showing up on January 21 including 43 .a&b 5-year paving plan, 44. Outdoor Emergency Shelter, 46. Purchase order for trucks
Future:
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City Council January 21 meeting available for comment, email [email protected] CONSENT: 1. Ratify license agreement for Jazz School to use 1947 Center for 3-month term ending March 31, 2020, 2. Ratify $150,000 contract with Capoeira, 6. $675,000 total 3 yr Contracts Copying Services, 7. $112,000 Contract with Venture Tactical for Firefighters Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), 8. $47,000 Contract with First Spear of California (FSOC) for Firefighters PPE, 9. $166,680 Contract with Michael Brady for Emergency Management Training for City Emergency Operations Center (EOC) and Department of Operations Center (DOC), 10. Designate line of succession in disaster, 11. Grant Application for funding from Urban Areas Security Initiative (UASI) for $56,472 Emergency Medical Training Equipment and $53,134 purchase Polaris Fire/Rescue Utility Vehicle, 12. Grant Application for funding from CA Dept of Forestry and Fire Protection for $800,484 for 3-year vegetation mitigation program in Wildland Urban Interface (WUI) in Berkeley Fire Zones 2 and 3, 13. Add $25,000 (total $100,000) and extend current contract by 4 months with Building Opportunities for Self-Sufficiency (BOSS), 14. Add $24,000 (total $78,500) to contract with Resource Development Associates (RDA) to provide evaluation consulting services for the Homeless Outreach and Treatment Team (HOTT), 15. Release of Resale Restrictions on Redevelopment Homeowner Loans, 16. Grant Applications total $2.625 million for 2527 San Pablo (SAHA) and 2001 Ashby (RCD) and $4.047 million in state AHSC funds for project-related transportation and infrastructure improvements, 17. Ordinance for 2012 Berkeley Way Partial Assignment and Third Amendment to Disposition and Development Agreement, Ground Leases, 18. Removed, 19. Establish Mental Health Nurse Classification Series, 20. $285,609 payment to State of CA Self-Insurance Fund (Worker’s Comp) for Fiscal Year 2020, 21. Add $225,000 (total $621,000) to Contract with Environmental Systems Research Institute, Inc (ESRI) for Enterprise Graphical Information Systems (GIS) for software license maintenance and support July 1, 2020 – June 30, 2023, 22. Add $73,658 (total $329,061) May 1, 2016 – June 30, 2021 with ThirdWave Corporation for Digital Strategic Plan Refresh and RapidWorkFlow® Process Modeling Certification Training, 23. Add $28,620 (total $128,620) to Contract with Presidio Network Solutions to develop a Cyber Resilience Plan (CRP), 24. Michael H. Weiss Memorial Bench at Cesar Chavez Park, 25. Add $60,000 (total $384,335) to Contract with Bellingham to replace damaged finger docks at Berkeley Marina, 26. Add $90,000 (total $190,000) to contract with Epic Recruiting for Police and professional staff recruiting, 27. Add $13,600,000 (total $26,661,930) withRecology, Inc Blossom Valley Organics – North facility for hauling and processing organic compostable green and food waste, terms thru Feb 28, 2025, 28. Mental Health Commission Appointments of Maria Moore, Edward Opton, Farzaneh Izadi, 29. Oppose new US base in Henoko-Oura Bay of Okinawa, 32. Short Term Referral to City Manager on Climate Emergency Response and Environmental Sustainability to 1. Improve and increase Community Engagement, 2. Identify Funding resources to implement 1 & 3. And 3. Require all City Council items and staff reports to include Climate Impacts in addition to Environmental Sustainability. 33. Budget Referral Equal Pay Audit, 35. Small Business Listening Sessions, 36. Code Enforcement on Receivership, 39. Reaffirm Roe v. Wade, 40. No War with Iran, Items 30, 31, 34, 38, allocation of Councilmember discretionary funds, ACTION: 41. Parking (RPP) 1500 block of Lincoln, 42. Extend ADU Urgency Ordinance by 10 months and 15 days to comply with new STATE Law pending further analysis and adoption of local regulations, 43. a.&b. Five year Paving Plan, 44. Establishing Outdoor Emergency Shelter, 45. Confirm Measure P Allocations FY 2020-2021, 46. Purchase Order for $492,284 plus $245,000 to add plug-in hybrid when it becomes available for 9 Ford Super Duty F-Series Pickup Trucks, 47. Require Kitchen Exhaust Hood Ventilation prior to execution of contract for sale or close of escrow, 48. City Council revisions of Rules and Procedure, 49. a.&b. purchase of, provision of sugar sweetened beverages with City funds or sale of sugar sweetened beverages on City property, INFORMATION REPORTS: 54. 2019 Business Survey Results, 55. Small Business Retention Programs, 56. Measure T1.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
0 Euclid – Berryman Reservoir TBD
2422 Fifth St – mixed-use building 2-25-2020
1581 LeRoy Ave – convert vacant elementary school property – LPC & ZAB 2-25-2020
Remanded to ZAB or LPC With 90-Day Deadline
1155-73 Hearst (develop 2 parcels) – referred back to City Council – to be scheduled
Notice of Decision (NOD) With End of Appeal Period
1731 Channing 1-22-2020
1210 Cornell 1-22-2020
1236 Dwight 1-27-2020
168 Hill 1-27-2020
1208 Rose 1-16-2020
2323 Rose 1-23-2020
2768 Shasta 1-27-2020
1241 Sixth 1-22-2020
1850 Solano 1-22-2020
1632 Sterling 1-27-2020
1414 Walnut – no date listed
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
WORKSHOPS
Jan 14 – Update goBerkeley (RPP), Civic Center Visioning,
Feb 4 – Discussion of Community Poll (Ballot Measures), Adeline Corridor Plan
March 17 – Undergrounding Task Force, CIP Update (PRW and Public Works), Measure T1 Update
May 5 – Budget Update, Crime Report
June 23 – Climate Action Plan/Resiliency Update, Digital Strategic Plan FUND$/Replacement Website Update
July 21 and Sept 29 – no workshops scheduled “yet”
Oct 20 – Update: Berkeley’s 2020 Vision, BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Systems Realignment
Vision 2050
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Worth Noting and Showing Up:
The summary below is good reason not to have confidence in the City’s Community Calendar as a source as many of the meetings found by going through every board and commission were not listed in the Community Calendar.
The agenda for the January 21 City Council meeting follows the list of next week’s meetings and there are lots of important items that could use your comment either with an email, phone call or showing up on January 21 including 43 .a&b 5-year paving plan, 44. Outdoor Emergency Shelter, 46. Purchase order for trucks
- Monday: The Agenda Committee planning for January 28 City Council meeting #8 prohibiting cell phones, text, email, etc during Council meetings under items to be reviewed deserves comment. Some of the Council members are constantly texting during meetings along with receiving “coaching” on how to question/comment, expect resistance of the prohibition from those who depend on these tactics the most. Also note Surveillance reports due and RV parking in City lots,
- Tuesday: Council Worksession note the $ 95 million estimate for Veterans Building and Old City Hall
- Wednesday: Be sure to check Human Welfare Commission’s full interesting agenda. Animal Care Commission is addressing again the number of dogs per walker. This has been on the agenda off and on for 3 maybe 4 years. Sophie Hahn has recommended making the City Manager or designee the lead for the Library Director search.
- Thursday: The Youth Commission Gender Neutral Bathroom subcommittee is meeting. You can experience family gender neutral bathrooms at the New Parkway Theater in Oakland.
Future:
- February 1, Climate Disruption, Migration, and the Rise of Walls, 7-9 pm, 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center, $5 admission – no one turned away for lack of funds http://www.sunflower-alliance.org/climate-disruption-migration-and-the-rise-of-walls-february-1/
- February 20, Berkeley 2020 Census Town Hall with Supervisor Keith Carson, 5:30 – 7 pm, Ed Roberts Campus
- January 30 - Are You Prepared for the Next Power Outage, 6:30 – 8 pm, at 1606 Bonita, Berkeley Fellowship of Unitarian Universalists, CERT trainer Sam Freeman will present seminar on alternatives to utility powered appliances and alternative power sources
https://bdpnnetwork.org/event/are-you-prepared-for-the-next-power-outage/
- No City meetings or events found
- Agenda and Rules Committee, 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm, at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Room, Planning for January 28 City Council meeting. Items to be reviewed for inclusion or referral: 8. Prohibiting Councilmembers from using of cell phones, email, text, instant messaging during public meetings on matters under consideration, 9. Updating Berkeley Telecom Ordinances, 10. Referral to Zero Waste to develop plan for compulsory composting and edible food recovery, 11. Potential Revisions to City Council Rules of Procedure and Order, CONSENT: 1. $75,000 Contract with Lake Research Partners for 2020 Registered Voter Survey, 3. Enter Participation Agreement with Pension Stabilization Trust for IRS Section 115 Trust Fund, 4. Add $50,000 (total $100,000) with Albany Community Access Resources and Services (Albany CARES) for Mental Health Services, 5. Apply for Infill Infrastructure Grant (IIG) for 1601 Oxford, 6. Sell 1631 Fifth St, 7. Cost Sharing Agreement with EBMUD not to exceed $855,264 (includes 20% contingency) for pipeline and paving Ellsworth and Stuart, 8. Allocation Discretionary Funds for Dorothy Day, 9. Letter supporting dedicated bus lane on Bay Bridge, 10. Letter Supporting revival of Berkeley Bus Rapid Transit, ACTION: 11. Cannabis Ordinance, 12. Cannabis Ordinance Revisions, 12. Surveillance: Technology Report, Acquisition Report, Use Policy for License Plate Readers, GPS Trackers, Body Worn Cameras, 13. goBerkeley Residential Shared Parking Pilot Project Update, 14. Housing - Amending Source of Income Ordinance to enforce anti-discrimination on basis of income (subsidies/vouchers)15. 2020 Regional Body Appointments, 16. Resolution ”New Border Vision” migrants are part of human family deserving dignity and respect, 17. Resolution for Safe RV Parking at Designated City-Owned Parking Lots during overnight non-business hours, INFORMATION REPORTS: 18. Public Health Division Recommendations on Cannabis, 19. Report on Regional Leadership and Goals. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
- Youth Commission, 6:30 pm at 1730 Oregon St, Martin Luther King Jr. Youth Services Center, Agenda: 8. Environment Initiatives, 9. Climate Issues https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Youth_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Tax the Rich Rally, with music by Occupella, 4 – 5 pm at the Top of Solano in front of the Closed Oaks Theater, Rain Cancels
- January Democratic Debate, 5 – 8 pm, watch on CNN or livestream on Cnn.com
- Berkeley City Council, Tuesday, 1231 Addison Street, BUSD Board Room, Agenda:
- Closed Session, 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm, Agenda: Public Employee Appointment Director of Health, Housing & Community Services
- WorkSession, 6:00 pm, Agenda: 1. Civic Center Vision and Implementation Plan, Basic Seismic Performance Objective (BPOE) Immediate Occupancy (IO) Old City Hall - $13,030,311 BPOE, $32,844,985 IO, Veteran’s Building - $17,707,538 BPOE, $61,886,725 IO, Civic Center Park) 2. goBerkeley Program Update https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
- Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board – Landlord 101 Workshop, 6 – 7:30 pm, at 2090 Kittredge, Berkeley Central Library, Please Register http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
- Commission on the Status of Women Equal Pay Subcommittee, 6 pm at 2000 University, Au Coquelet, Agenda: 4. Equal Pay Audit, 5. Salary Negotiation Workshop https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_the_Status_of_Women_Homepage.aspx
- Animal Care Commission, 7 – 9 pm at 1 Bolivar Drive, Berkeley Animal Shelter, Agenda: V. a. Recommendation from Parks and Waterfront Commission to increase number of permitted dogs from 4 to 6, b. Enforcement, signage and new Off Leash Area Boundary markers at Cesar Chavez Park, c. Update on establishing large dog exercise area at Aquatic Park, VI. a. Spring Loaded Traps https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Animal_Care_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Board of Library Trustees, 6:30 pm at 1901 Russell St, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library, Agenda: II. B. Contract $105,000 with AMS.Net for network of firewall hardware and software for Jan 9 2020 – Jan 31, 2023, III. A. Appointment of Berkeley City Manager as Staff Lead for Board of Library Trustee’s 2020 Library Director Search. https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
- Commission on Aging, 1 – 3 pm at 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: 6. Letter to Transportation Commission regarding concerns about Vision Zero Plan https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Aging_Homepage.aspx
- Commission on Labor, 7 – 9 pm at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Updates/possible action, 1. Local Construction Workforce Development, 2. Fair Workweek, 3. Paid Family Leave, 4. Equal Pay audit, 5. Race Wage Gap, 6. Homeless Youth Policy https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Labor_Homepage.aspx
- Human Welfare & Community Action Commission, 7 – 9 pm at 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: 6. Housing issues impacting the poor, 7. Presentation on gentrification, 11, Disabled accessibility in high-density corridors, 13. Lack of phone charging stations, 14. Encampments, 15. Rent Control Recommendation, 16. Presentation on making Berkeley Sanctuary City for Black people https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Human_Welfare_and_Community_Action_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Planning Commission, 7 – 10 pm at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: 9. Public Hearing Proposed Zoning Ordinance related to SB 234 Family Daycare Homes, 10. Public Hearing Tentative Tract Map Application 1500 San Pablo, 11. BART Community Advisory Group, 13. Parking Maximums https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board, 7 – 11 pm, at 1231 Addison St, Agenda: 5. Presentation on 2020 Census, 6. 8 pm appeal Case No. RWN-1645 1326 Oxford, 7. 8:30 pm appeal Case No. IRD-145 1921 Delaware #5, 8. Oppose SB 50 Weiner (pro development with upzoning mandates https://www.latimes.com/california/story/2020-01-06/sb-50-changes-single-family-zoning-california) http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
- Community Health Commission Policy Tracking Subcommittee, 5 pm at at 2000 University, Au Coquelet, Agenda: 3. Assessment recent projects https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Community_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Design Review Committee – meeting cancelled
- Fair Campaign Practices Commission, 7 pm at 2180 Milvia, Cypress Room, Agenda: 6. Revising COLA amounts for candidate eligibility to receive public funds http://www.cityofberkeley.info/FCPC/
- Open Government Commission, 8 pm at 2180 Milvia, Cypress Room, http://www.cityofberkeley.info/opengovermentcommission/
- Youth Commission Gender Neutral Bathroom, 5:30 pm at 1730 Oregon St, Martin Luther King Jr. Youth Services Center https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Youth_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Transportation Commission, 7 – 10 pm at 1326 Allston Way, Corp Yard, Building A Willow Room, Agenda: B. 1. Undergrounding Utilities Subcommittee, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Transportation_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- January 17, Oakland Climate Strike and Resilient Village, 10 am – 1 pm, Hosted by Youth Vs. Apocalypse https://www.facebook.com/events/573190676790237/
- California on Fire – Toyota protest rally, 3 – 5 pm, at 2400 Shattuck, Toyota Dealership, rain or shine, can’t come call Toyota USA CEO Jim Lentz @ 800-331-4331.
- https://www.caranddriver.com/news/a29818835/trump-toyota-fuel-economy/
- Concert for Climate Series – 2nd Concert, 6 pm, at Classic Cars West Beer Garden, Oakland https://www.facebook.com/events/643548843118657/
- January 18, Women’s March 2020 Oakland, 10 am – 4 pm, https://www.eventbrite.com/e/womens-march-oakland-2020-tickets-81218483671
- No events or meetings found
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City Council January 21 meeting available for comment, email [email protected] CONSENT: 1. Ratify license agreement for Jazz School to use 1947 Center for 3-month term ending March 31, 2020, 2. Ratify $150,000 contract with Capoeira, 6. $675,000 total 3 yr Contracts Copying Services, 7. $112,000 Contract with Venture Tactical for Firefighters Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), 8. $47,000 Contract with First Spear of California (FSOC) for Firefighters PPE, 9. $166,680 Contract with Michael Brady for Emergency Management Training for City Emergency Operations Center (EOC) and Department of Operations Center (DOC), 10. Designate line of succession in disaster, 11. Grant Application for funding from Urban Areas Security Initiative (UASI) for $56,472 Emergency Medical Training Equipment and $53,134 purchase Polaris Fire/Rescue Utility Vehicle, 12. Grant Application for funding from CA Dept of Forestry and Fire Protection for $800,484 for 3-year vegetation mitigation program in Wildland Urban Interface (WUI) in Berkeley Fire Zones 2 and 3, 13. Add $25,000 (total $100,000) and extend current contract by 4 months with Building Opportunities for Self-Sufficiency (BOSS), 14. Add $24,000 (total $78,500) to contract with Resource Development Associates (RDA) to provide evaluation consulting services for the Homeless Outreach and Treatment Team (HOTT), 15. Release of Resale Restrictions on Redevelopment Homeowner Loans, 16. Grant Applications total $2.625 million for 2527 San Pablo (SAHA) and 2001 Ashby (RCD) and $4.047 million in state AHSC funds for project-related transportation and infrastructure improvements, 17. Ordinance for 2012 Berkeley Way Partial Assignment and Third Amendment to Disposition and Development Agreement, Ground Leases, 18. Removed, 19. Establish Mental Health Nurse Classification Series, 20. $285,609 payment to State of CA Self-Insurance Fund (Worker’s Comp) for Fiscal Year 2020, 21. Add $225,000 (total $621,000) to Contract with Environmental Systems Research Institute, Inc (ESRI) for Enterprise Graphical Information Systems (GIS) for software license maintenance and support July 1, 2020 – June 30, 2023, 22. Add $73,658 (total $329,061) May 1, 2016 – June 30, 2021 with ThirdWave Corporation for Digital Strategic Plan Refresh and RapidWorkFlow® Process Modeling Certification Training, 23. Add $28,620 (total $128,620) to Contract with Presidio Network Solutions to develop a Cyber Resilience Plan (CRP), 24. Michael H. Weiss Memorial Bench at Cesar Chavez Park, 25. Add $60,000 (total $384,335) to Contract with Bellingham to replace damaged finger docks at Berkeley Marina, 26. Add $90,000 (total $190,000) to contract with Epic Recruiting for Police and professional staff recruiting, 27. Add $13,600,000 (total $26,661,930) withRecology, Inc Blossom Valley Organics – North facility for hauling and processing organic compostable green and food waste, terms thru Feb 28, 2025, 28. Mental Health Commission Appointments of Maria Moore, Edward Opton, Farzaneh Izadi, 29. Oppose new US base in Henoko-Oura Bay of Okinawa, 32. Short Term Referral to City Manager on Climate Emergency Response and Environmental Sustainability to 1. Improve and increase Community Engagement, 2. Identify Funding resources to implement 1 & 3. And 3. Require all City Council items and staff reports to include Climate Impacts in addition to Environmental Sustainability. 33. Budget Referral Equal Pay Audit, 35. Small Business Listening Sessions, 36. Code Enforcement on Receivership, 39. Reaffirm Roe v. Wade, 40. No War with Iran, Items 30, 31, 34, 38, allocation of Councilmember discretionary funds, ACTION: 41. Parking (RPP) 1500 block of Lincoln, 42. Extend ADU Urgency Ordinance by 10 months and 15 days to comply with new STATE Law pending further analysis and adoption of local regulations, 43. a.&b. Five year Paving Plan, 44. Establishing Outdoor Emergency Shelter, 45. Confirm Measure P Allocations FY 2020-2021, 46. Purchase Order for $492,284 plus $245,000 to add plug-in hybrid when it becomes available for 9 Ford Super Duty F-Series Pickup Trucks, 47. Require Kitchen Exhaust Hood Ventilation prior to execution of contract for sale or close of escrow, 48. City Council revisions of Rules and Procedure, 49. a.&b. purchase of, provision of sugar sweetened beverages with City funds or sale of sugar sweetened beverages on City property, INFORMATION REPORTS: 54. 2019 Business Survey Results, 55. Small Business Retention Programs, 56. Measure T1.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
0 Euclid – Berryman Reservoir TBD
2422 Fifth St – mixed-use building 2-25-2020
1581 LeRoy Ave – convert vacant elementary school property – LPC & ZAB 2-25-2020
Remanded to ZAB or LPC With 90-Day Deadline
1155-73 Hearst (develop 2 parcels) – referred back to City Council – to be scheduled
Notice of Decision (NOD) With End of Appeal Period
1731 Channing 1-22-2020
1210 Cornell 1-22-2020
1236 Dwight 1-27-2020
168 Hill 1-27-2020
1208 Rose 1-16-2020
2323 Rose 1-23-2020
2768 Shasta 1-27-2020
1241 Sixth 1-22-2020
1850 Solano 1-22-2020
1632 Sterling 1-27-2020
1414 Walnut – no date listed
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
WORKSHOPS
Jan 14 – Update goBerkeley (RPP), Civic Center Visioning,
Feb 4 – Discussion of Community Poll (Ballot Measures), Adeline Corridor Plan
March 17 – Undergrounding Task Force, CIP Update (PRW and Public Works), Measure T1 Update
May 5 – Budget Update, Crime Report
June 23 – Climate Action Plan/Resiliency Update, Digital Strategic Plan FUND$/Replacement Website Update
July 21 and Sept 29 – no workshops scheduled “yet”
Oct 20 – Update: Berkeley’s 2020 Vision, BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Systems Realignment
Vision 2050
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January 5 - January 12, 2020
Worth Noting and Showing Up:
It is a full week of Board and Commission meetings with the City Council Agenda Committee monopolizing the space over the proposed agenda plan for the January 21 City Council meeting From the looks of the long list of Council agenda items, expect some to be referred or postponed.
Future
Sunday, January 5, 2019
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
0 Euclid – Berryman Reservoir TBD
2422 Fifth St – mixed-use building 2-25-2020
1581 LeRoy Ave – convert vacant elementary school property – LPC & ZAB 3-10-2020
Remanded to ZAB or LPC With 90-Day Deadline
1155-73 Hearst (develop 2 parcels) – referred back to City Council – to be scheduled
Notice of Decision (NOD) With End of Appeal Period
1731 Channing 1-22-2020
1637 Delaware 1-9-2020
1236 Delaware 1-9-2020
1236 Dwight 1-27-2020
2307-09 Prince 1-7-2020
2323 Rose 1-23-2020
1835 San Pablo 1-7-2020
1505 Shattuck 1-7-2020
1241 Sixth 1-22-2020
1632 Sterling 1-27-2020
1632 Stuart 1-7-2020
1600 Walnut 1-7-2020
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
WORKSHOPS
Jan 14 – Vision 2050, Civic Center Visioning,
Feb 4 – Discussion of Community Poll (Ballot Measures), Adeline Corridor Plan
March 17 – Undergrounding Task Force, CIP Update (PRW and Public Works), Measure T1 Update
May 5 – Budget Update, Crime Report
June 23 – Climate Action Plan/Resiliency Update, Digital Strategic Plan FUND$/Replacement Website Update
July 21 and Sept 29 – no workshops scheduled “yet”
Oct 20 – Update: Berkeley’s 2020 Vision, BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Update goBerkeley (RPP)
Systems Realignment
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This meeting list is also posted in the Berkeley Daily Planet under activist’s calendar http://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
Worth Noting and Showing Up:
It is a full week of Board and Commission meetings with the City Council Agenda Committee monopolizing the space over the proposed agenda plan for the January 21 City Council meeting From the looks of the long list of Council agenda items, expect some to be referred or postponed.
- Tuesday the Ashby Safety Community Walk looks interesting. The Homeless Services Panel of Experts discusses the response to City Council actions on Measure P.
- Wednesday the Parks Commission has a presentation on Tree Planting and the Police Commission will review the policies on the Use of Force, Gun Violence Restraining orders and First Amendment Assemblies.
- Thursday the Housing Advisory Commission takes comments on spending of HUD Funds for 2020-2025 and will have updates on AB2923 and BART. ZAB will have a presentation on Electrification / Green Building.
Future
- January 17, Oakland Climate Strike and Resilient Village, 10 am – 1 pm, Hosted by Youth Vs. Apocalypse https://www.facebook.com/events/573190676790237/
- January 18, Women’s March 2020 Oakland, 10 am – 4 pm, https://www.eventbrite.com/e/womens-march-oakland-2020-tickets-81218483671
Sunday, January 5, 2019
- No City meetings or events found
- Agenda and Rules Committee, 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm, at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Room, Items to be reviewed for inclusion or referral: 8. Prohibiting Councilmembers from using of cell phones, email, text, instant messaging during public meetings on matters under consideration, 9. Updating Berkeley Telecom Ordinances, 10. Referral to Zero Waste to develop plan for compulsory composting and edible food recovery, CONSENT: 1. Ratify license agreement for Jazz School to use 1947 Center for 3-month term ending March 31, 2020, 2. Ratify $150,000 contract with Capoeira, 6. $675,000 total 3 yr Contracts Copying Services, 7. $112,000 Contract with Venture Tactical for Firefighters Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), 8. $47,000 Contract with First Spear of California (FSOC) for Firefighters PPE, 9. $166,680 Contract with Michael Brady for Emergency Management Training for City Emergency Operations Center (EOC) and Department of Operations Center (DOC), 10. Designate line of succession in disaster, 11. Grant Application for funding from Urban Areas Security Initiative (UASI) for $56,472 Emergency Medical Training Equipment and $53,134 purchase Polaris Fire/Rescue Utility Vehicle, 12. Grant Application for funding from CA Dept of Forestry and Fire Protection for $800,484 for 3-year vegetation mitigation program in Wildland Urban Interface (WUI) in Berkeley Fire Zones 2 and 3, 13. Add $25,000 (total $100,000) and extend current contract by 4 months with Building Opportunities for Self-Sufficiency (BOSS), 14. Add $24,000 (total $78,500) to contract with Resource Development Associates (RDA) to provide evaluation consulting services for the Homeless Outreach and Treatment Team (HOTT), 15. Release of Resale Restrictions on Redevelopment Homeowner Loans, 16. Grant Applications total $2.625 million for 2527 San Pablo (SAHA) and 2001 Ashby (RCD) and $4.047 million in state AHSC funds for project-related transportation and infrastructure improvements, 17. Ordinance for 2012 Berkeley Way Partial Assignment and Third Amendment to Disposition and Development Agreement, Ground Leases, 18. Add $35,000 (total 250,000) and extend Contract to Dec 31, 2020 with Sloan Sakai LLP for Chief Labor Negotiator Services, 19. Establish Mental Health Nurse Classification Series, 20. $285,609 payment to State of CA Self-Insurance Fund (Worker’s Comp) for Fiscal Year 2020, 21. Add $225,000 (total $621,000) to Contract with Environmental Systems Research Institute, Inc (ESRI) for Enterprise Graphical Information Systems (GIS) for software license maintenance and support July 1, 2020 – June 30, 2023, 22. Add $73,658 (total $329,061) May 1, 2016 – June 30, 2021 with ThirdWave Corporation for Digital Strategic Plan Refresh and RapidWorkFlow® Process Modeling Certification Training, 23. Add $28,620 (total $128,620) to Contract with Presidio Network Solutions to develop a Cyber Resilience Plan (CRP), 24. Michael H. Weiss Memorial Bench at Cesar Chavez Park, 25. Add $60,000 (total $384,335) to Contract with Bellingham to replace damaged finger docks at Berkeley Marina, 26. Add $90,000 (total $190,000) to contract with Epic Recruiting for Police and professional staff recruiting, 27. Add $13,600,000 (total $26,661,930) with Recology, Inc Blossom Valley Organics – North facility for hauling and processing organic compostable green and food waste, terms thru Feb 28, 2025, 28. Mental Health Commission Appointments of Maria Moore, Edward Opton, Farzaneh Izadi, 29. Oppose new US base in Henoko-Oura Bay of Okinawa, 32. Short Term Referral to City Manager to 1. Improve and increase Community Engagement, 2. Identify Funding resources to implement 1 & 3. And 3. Require all City Council items and staff reports to include Climate Impacts in addition to Environmental Sustainability. Items 30, 31, 33, 34, 35, allocation of Councilmember discretionary funds, ACTION: 36. Parking (RPP) 1500 block of Lincoln, 37. Extend ADU Urgency Ordinance by 10 months and 15 days to comply with new STATE Law pending further analysis and adoption of local regulations, 38. Prohibit Officeholder Accounts, 39. Amendments to Berkeley Election Reform Act, 40. City Council revisions of Rules and Procedure, 41. Purchase Order for $492,284 plus $245,000 to add plug-in hybrid when it becomes available for 9 Ford Super Duty F-Series Pickup Trucks, 42. a.&b. Five year Paving Plan, 43. Direct a substantial portion of cannabix tax proceeds to fund subsidies under 1000 Person Plan (end homelessness plan), 44. Change Public access to move Consent item to Action, 45. Change Public comment to allow more comprehensive discussion between Council and Public, 46. a.&b. purchase of, provision of sugar sweetened beverages with City funds or sale of sugar sweetened beverages on City property, 47. Require Kitchen Exhaust Hood Ventilation prior to execution of contract for sale or close of escrow, 48. Outdoor Emergency Shelter, 49. Recommendations Related to Code Enforcement and Receivership Actions, 50. Measure P Revenue Allocations for 2020-2021, 51. Budget referral to conduct Equal Pay Audit, 52. Small Business Listening Sessions, 53. Resolution reaffirming Roe v. Wade, INFORMATION REPORTS: 54. 2019 Business Survey Results, 55. Small Business Retention Programs, 56. Measure T1. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
- Peace and Justice Commission, 7 pm at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Sequoia Room, Agenda: 10. Resolution calling on India to revoke Articles 370 and 35a (autonomy Jammu and Kashmir and permanent resident status) 11. Council proposal to modify role of commissions, 12. Educational forum 75th anniversary of atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Peace_and_Justice_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Personnel Board, 7 – 9 pm, 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Conference Room, Agenda: V. Extension Temporary Director of Health, Housing and Community Services, VI. Recommendation to Revise Classification of Fire Apparatus Operator, Paramedic Supervisor I, Fire Captain II, Battalion Chief, Assistant Fire Chief. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Personnel_Board_Homepage.aspx
- Tax the Rich Rally, with music by Occupella, 4 – 5 pm at the Top of Solano in front of the Closed Oaks Theater, signs available Impeach and Remove, anti-war signs welcome, Rain Cancels.
- Ashby Safety Community Walk, 5:30 – 6:30 pm, start Sacramento/Ashby end Shattuck/Ashby, Walk Ashby with Ben Bartlett and voice concerns about road and street safety.
- Homeless Services Panel of Experts, 7 pm at 2180 Milvia, 1st Floor Cypress Room, Agenda: 6. Response to Council Action on Measure P, 7. Registering objection (“No Confidence”) regarding Council Action on Measure P Recommendations https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Homeless_Services_Panel_of_Experts.aspx
- Commission on Disability, 6:30 – 9 pm at 1947 Center, 4th Floor, Agenda: 2. T1 Presentation, 3. Wildfires and Power Outages, 6. Elevator Ordinance, 7. New Construction and Renovation – Accessibility Guidelines and Regulations. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Disability_Homepage.aspx
- Homeless Commission, 7 – 9 pm at 2180 Milvia, 1st Floor Cypress Room, Agenda: 7. People’s First Sanctuary Recommendation, 8. Possible recommendation on supplemental homeless count, 8. Encampments on Caltrans property, 10. Incentives for landlords to rent to voucher and subsidy holders. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Homeless_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Parks and Waterfront Commission, 7 – 9 pm at 2800 Park St, Frances Albrier Community Center, Agenda: 11. Presentation Tree Planting Program, 12. Frances Albrier Center Measure T1, 13. Aquatic Park Update. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Parks_and_Waterfront_Commission.aspx
- Police Review Commission, 7 – 10 pm, at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: 9. a. Recommendation to revise Berkeley Police Dept (BPD) policy regarding searches of detainees on probation or parole, c. PRC Regulations regarding handling of informal complaints, d. Commendations of BPD personnel, 10. a. BPD Policy 300, Use of Force, b. Lexipol Policies 327 – Outside Agency Assistance, 343- Gun Violence Restraining Orders, 344 – Off-duty Law Enforcement Action, 420 – Foot Pursuits, 424-Mobile Data Terminal Use, 428 – First Amendment Assemblies, 506 – Disabled Vehicles, 1202 – Second Response https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Cannabis Commission, 2 – 4 pm, at 2180 Milvia St, 6th Floor, Agenda: VII. C. Relocation of Berkeley Patients Group (BPG) to 1101 University https://www.cityofberkeley.info/MedicalCannabis/
- Housing Advisory Commission, 7 – 9 pm at 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: 5. Comments on draft 2020-2025 Consolidated Plan (spending of HUD funds), 8. Housing Impacts of the Climate Emergency Subcommittee Joint meeting, 10. Updates, Measure P, Measure O, ADU ordinance, BART stations and AB2923 http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Housing_Advisory_Commission/
- Zoning Adjustment Board, 7 pm at 1231 Addison St, BUSD Board Room
- 1332 Alcatraz – 6th bedroom on a parcel developed with a duplex – on consent
- 1516 Carleton – demolish existing 1-story single family house and detached garage, construct 3 detached 2-story dwellings with on-site parking – on consent
- 1331-1334 Oxford – alter 5,400 sq ft parcel that is over density by constructing 305 sq ft addition to 2-story duplex max height 33’2”, relocate entrance to 1st floor unit, install unenclosed hot-tub, alter garage by decreasing height by 7”, construct perimeter fence 5’10“ and 7’.
- Presentation – Electrification / Green Building by Sarah Moore http://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
- Public Works Commission, 7 – 10 pm at 1326 Allston Way, Willow Room, City of Berkeley Corporation Yard, Agenda not posted, check before going https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Public_Works_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- City of Berkeley reduced service day
- California on Fire – Toyota protest rally, 4 – 5:30 pm (note time change), at 2400 Shattuck, Toyota Dealership, can’t come call Toyota USA CEO Jim Lentz @ 800-331-4331. https://www.caranddriver.com/news/a29818835/trump-toyota-fuel-economy/
- No City meetings or events found
- Indivisible Berkeley General Assembly, 5:45 - 7:30 pm, 1924 Cedar, BFUU Fellowship Hall https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
0 Euclid – Berryman Reservoir TBD
2422 Fifth St – mixed-use building 2-25-2020
1581 LeRoy Ave – convert vacant elementary school property – LPC & ZAB 3-10-2020
Remanded to ZAB or LPC With 90-Day Deadline
1155-73 Hearst (develop 2 parcels) – referred back to City Council – to be scheduled
Notice of Decision (NOD) With End of Appeal Period
1731 Channing 1-22-2020
1637 Delaware 1-9-2020
1236 Delaware 1-9-2020
1236 Dwight 1-27-2020
2307-09 Prince 1-7-2020
2323 Rose 1-23-2020
1835 San Pablo 1-7-2020
1505 Shattuck 1-7-2020
1241 Sixth 1-22-2020
1632 Sterling 1-27-2020
1632 Stuart 1-7-2020
1600 Walnut 1-7-2020
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
WORKSHOPS
Jan 14 – Vision 2050, Civic Center Visioning,
Feb 4 – Discussion of Community Poll (Ballot Measures), Adeline Corridor Plan
March 17 – Undergrounding Task Force, CIP Update (PRW and Public Works), Measure T1 Update
May 5 – Budget Update, Crime Report
June 23 – Climate Action Plan/Resiliency Update, Digital Strategic Plan FUND$/Replacement Website Update
July 21 and Sept 29 – no workshops scheduled “yet”
Oct 20 – Update: Berkeley’s 2020 Vision, BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Update goBerkeley (RPP)
Systems Realignment
_____________________
This meeting list is also posted in the Berkeley Daily Planet under activist’s calendar http://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
December 29 - January 5, 2020
Worth Noting:
Another quiet week – City meetings resume January 6, 2020. Council on recess until January 21.
Future
Sunday, December 29, 2019
Link to Find Berkeley City Planning and Building Permits
https://berkeley.buildingeye.com
Notice of Decision (NOD) With End of Appeal Period
3206 College 12-31-2019
1637 Delaware 1-9-2020
2307-09 Prince 1-7-2020
1208 Rose 1-16-2020
1835 San Pablo 1-7-2020
1505 Shattuck 1-7-2020
1241 Sixth 1-22-2020
1632 Stuart 1-7-2020
1600 Walnut 1-7-2020
2128 Ward 12-31-2019
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
0 Euclid – Berryman Reservoir TBD
2422 Fifth St - TBD
Remanded to ZAB or LPC With 90-Day Deadline
1155-73 Hearst (develop 2 parcels) – referred back to City Council – to be scheduled
WORKSHOPS
Jan 14 – Vision 2050, Civic Center Visioning, Systems Realignment
Feb 4 – Discussion of Community Poll (Ballot Measures), Adeline Corridor Plan
March 17 – CIP Update (PRW and Public Works), Measure T1 Update
May 5 – Budget Update, Crime Report
June 23 – Climate Action Plan/Resiliency Update, Digital Strategic Plan FUND$/Replacement Website Update
July 21 – no workshops scheduled “yet”
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Update goBerkeley (RPP)
BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry (November 2020)
This meeting list is also posted in the Berkeley Daily Planet under activist’s calendar http://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
Worth Noting:
Another quiet week – City meetings resume January 6, 2020. Council on recess until January 21.
Future
- January 17, Oakland Climate Strike and Resilient Village, 10 am – 1 pm, Hosted by Youth Vs. Apocalypse https://www.facebook.com/events/573190676790237/
- January 18, Women’s March 2020 Oakland, 10 am – 4 pm, https://www.eventbrite.com/e/womens-march-oakland-2020-tickets-81218483671
Sunday, December 29, 2019
- Caring For Our Community Meal, 2-4 pm, at 1310 University, The Berkeley School, get to know your neighbors, Food will be provided Unity through CommUNITY, [email protected], [email protected], [email protected]
- Tax the Rich Rally, with music by Occupella, 4 – 5 pm at the Top of Solano in front of the Closed Oaks Theater,
- New Year’s Eve – check for early closures
- New Year’s Holiday
- No City meetings or events found
- California on Fire – Toyota protest rally, 3 – 5 pm, at 2400 Shattuck, Toyota Dealership, rain or shine, can’t come email Toyota USA CEO [email protected] or call Jim Lentz @ 800-331-433, Toyota, GM, Chrysler all sided with Trump to rollback emission rules and oppose CA https://www.caranddriver.com/news/a29818835/trump-toyota-fuel-economy/
- Ben Bartlett open Office Hours, 11am – 1 pm, at Vault, 3250 Adeline
- No City meetings or events found
Link to Find Berkeley City Planning and Building Permits
https://berkeley.buildingeye.com
Notice of Decision (NOD) With End of Appeal Period
3206 College 12-31-2019
1637 Delaware 1-9-2020
2307-09 Prince 1-7-2020
1208 Rose 1-16-2020
1835 San Pablo 1-7-2020
1505 Shattuck 1-7-2020
1241 Sixth 1-22-2020
1632 Stuart 1-7-2020
1600 Walnut 1-7-2020
2128 Ward 12-31-2019
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
0 Euclid – Berryman Reservoir TBD
2422 Fifth St - TBD
Remanded to ZAB or LPC With 90-Day Deadline
1155-73 Hearst (develop 2 parcels) – referred back to City Council – to be scheduled
WORKSHOPS
Jan 14 – Vision 2050, Civic Center Visioning, Systems Realignment
Feb 4 – Discussion of Community Poll (Ballot Measures), Adeline Corridor Plan
March 17 – CIP Update (PRW and Public Works), Measure T1 Update
May 5 – Budget Update, Crime Report
June 23 – Climate Action Plan/Resiliency Update, Digital Strategic Plan FUND$/Replacement Website Update
July 21 – no workshops scheduled “yet”
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Update goBerkeley (RPP)
BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry (November 2020)
This meeting list is also posted in the Berkeley Daily Planet under activist’s calendar http://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
December 22 - December 29, 2019
Worth Noting:
Finally, a real break from City meetings with Christmas on Wednesday and reduced service days Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday. And, it looks like it will remain quiet until January 6, 2020.
The Rally to protest Toyota’s Decision to team up with Trump to oppose California’s car emissions standards is on for Friday 3-5 pm, Starting January 1, 2020, the CA Dept of General Services (DGS) will require state agencies to purchase vehicles from Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) which have committed to continuing stringent emissions reduction goals for their fleets. https://www.dgs.ca.gov/Press-Releases/Page-Content/News-List-Folder/State-Announces-New-Purchasing-Policies-to-Reduce-Greenhouse-Gas-Emissions#@ViewBag.JumpTo
Sunday, December 22, 2019
Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
0 Euclid – Berryman Reservoir TBD
2422 Fifth St - TBD
Remanded to ZAB or LPC With 90-Day Deadline
1155-73 Hearst (develop 2 parcels) – referred back to City Council – to be scheduled
Notice of Decision (NOD) With End of Appeal Period
3206 College 12-31-2019
2307-09 Prince 1-7-2020
1835 San Pablo 1-7-2020
1505 Shattuck 1-7-2020
1632 Stuart 1-7-2020
1600 Walnut 1-7-2020
2128 Ward 12-31-2019
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
WORKSHOPS
Jan 14 – Vision 2050, Civic Center Visioning, Systems Realignment
Feb 4 – Discussion of Community Poll (Ballot Measures), Adeline Corridor Plan
March 17 – CIP Update (PRW and Public Works), Measure T1 Update
May 5 – Budget Update, Crime Report
June 23 – Climate Action Plan/Resiliency Update, Digital Strategic Plan FUND$/Replacement Website Update
July 21 – no workshops scheduled “yet”
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Update goBerkeley (RPP)
BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry (November 2020)
Worth Noting:
Finally, a real break from City meetings with Christmas on Wednesday and reduced service days Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday. And, it looks like it will remain quiet until January 6, 2020.
The Rally to protest Toyota’s Decision to team up with Trump to oppose California’s car emissions standards is on for Friday 3-5 pm, Starting January 1, 2020, the CA Dept of General Services (DGS) will require state agencies to purchase vehicles from Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) which have committed to continuing stringent emissions reduction goals for their fleets. https://www.dgs.ca.gov/Press-Releases/Page-Content/News-List-Folder/State-Announces-New-Purchasing-Policies-to-Reduce-Greenhouse-Gas-Emissions#@ViewBag.JumpTo
Sunday, December 22, 2019
- Hanukkah begins
- No City meetings or events found
- City Reduced Service day
- Tax the Rich Rally on holiday
- All Library Locations Closed
- City Reduced Service day
- Christmas Holiday - All Library Locations Closed
- City Reduced Service day
- California on Fire – Toyota protest rally, 3 – 5 pm, at 2400 Shattuck, Toyota Dealership, can’t come call Toyota USA CEO Jim Lentz @ 800-331-4331. https://www.caranddriver.com/news/a29818835/trump-toyota-fuel-economy/
- City Reduced Service day
- No City meetings or events found
- No City meetings or events found
Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
0 Euclid – Berryman Reservoir TBD
2422 Fifth St - TBD
Remanded to ZAB or LPC With 90-Day Deadline
1155-73 Hearst (develop 2 parcels) – referred back to City Council – to be scheduled
Notice of Decision (NOD) With End of Appeal Period
3206 College 12-31-2019
2307-09 Prince 1-7-2020
1835 San Pablo 1-7-2020
1505 Shattuck 1-7-2020
1632 Stuart 1-7-2020
1600 Walnut 1-7-2020
2128 Ward 12-31-2019
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
WORKSHOPS
Jan 14 – Vision 2050, Civic Center Visioning, Systems Realignment
Feb 4 – Discussion of Community Poll (Ballot Measures), Adeline Corridor Plan
March 17 – CIP Update (PRW and Public Works), Measure T1 Update
May 5 – Budget Update, Crime Report
June 23 – Climate Action Plan/Resiliency Update, Digital Strategic Plan FUND$/Replacement Website Update
July 21 – no workshops scheduled “yet”
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Update goBerkeley (RPP)
BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry (November 2020)
December 15 - December 22, 2019
Worth Noting:
Finally, a real break from City meetings with Christmas on Wednesday and reduced service days Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday. And, it looks like it will remain quiet until January 6, 2020.
The Rally to protest Toyota’s Decision to team up with Trump to oppose California’s car emissions standards is on for Friday 3-5 pm, Starting January 1, 2020, the CA Dept of General Services (DGS) will require state agencies to purchase vehicles from Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) which have committed to continuing stringent emissions reduction goals for their fleets. https://www.dgs.ca.gov/Press-Releases/Page-Content/News-List-Folder/State-Announces-New-Purchasing-Policies-to-Reduce-Greenhouse-Gas-Emissions#@ViewBag.JumpTo
Sunday, December 22, 2019
Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
0 Euclid – Berryman Reservoir TBD
2422 Fifth St - TBD
Remanded to ZAB or LPC With 90-Day Deadline
1155-73 Hearst (develop 2 parcels) – referred back to City Council – to be scheduled
Notice of Decision (NOD) With End of Appeal Period
3206 College 12-31-2019
2307-09 Prince 1-7-2020
1835 San Pablo 1-7-2020
1505 Shattuck 1-7-2020
1632 Stuart 1-7-2020
1600 Walnut 1-7-2020
2128 Ward 12-31-2019
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
WORKSHOPS
Jan 14 – Vision 2050, Civic Center Visioning, Systems Realignment
Feb 4 – Discussion of Community Poll (Ballot Measures), Adeline Corridor Plan
March 17 – CIP Update (PRW and Public Works), Measure T1 Update
May 5 – Budget Update, Crime Report
June 23 – Climate Action Plan/Resiliency Update, Digital Strategic Plan FUND$/Replacement Website Update
July 21 – no workshops scheduled “yet”
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Update goBerkeley (RPP)
BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry (November 2020)
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To Check For Regional Meetings with Berkeley Council Appointees go to
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Committee_and_Regional_Body_Appointees.aspx
To check for Berkeley Unified School District Board Meetings go to
https://www.berkeleyschools.net/schoolboard/board-meeting-information/
_____________________
This meeting list is also posted on the Sustainable Berkeley Coalition website.
http://www.sustainableberkeleycoalition.com/whats-ahead.html and in the Berkeley Daily Planet under activist’s calendar http://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
When notices of meetings are found that are posted after Friday 5:00 pm they are added to the website schedule https://www.sustainableberkeleycoalition.com/whats-ahead.html and preceded by LATE ENTRY
Worth Noting:
Finally, a real break from City meetings with Christmas on Wednesday and reduced service days Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday. And, it looks like it will remain quiet until January 6, 2020.
The Rally to protest Toyota’s Decision to team up with Trump to oppose California’s car emissions standards is on for Friday 3-5 pm, Starting January 1, 2020, the CA Dept of General Services (DGS) will require state agencies to purchase vehicles from Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) which have committed to continuing stringent emissions reduction goals for their fleets. https://www.dgs.ca.gov/Press-Releases/Page-Content/News-List-Folder/State-Announces-New-Purchasing-Policies-to-Reduce-Greenhouse-Gas-Emissions#@ViewBag.JumpTo
Sunday, December 22, 2019
- Hanukkah begins
- No City meetings or events found
- City Reduced Service day
- Tax the Rich Rally on holiday
- All Library Locations Closed
- City Reduced Service day
- Christmas Holiday
- All Library Locations Closed
- City Reduced Service day
- California on Fire – Toyota protest rally, 3 – 5 pm, at 2400 Shattuck, Toyota Dealership, can’t come call Toyota USA CEO Jim Lentz @ 800-331-4331. https://www.caranddriver.com/news/a29818835/trump-toyota-fuel-economy/
- City Reduced Service day
- No City meetings or events found
- No City meetings or events found
Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
0 Euclid – Berryman Reservoir TBD
2422 Fifth St - TBD
Remanded to ZAB or LPC With 90-Day Deadline
1155-73 Hearst (develop 2 parcels) – referred back to City Council – to be scheduled
Notice of Decision (NOD) With End of Appeal Period
3206 College 12-31-2019
2307-09 Prince 1-7-2020
1835 San Pablo 1-7-2020
1505 Shattuck 1-7-2020
1632 Stuart 1-7-2020
1600 Walnut 1-7-2020
2128 Ward 12-31-2019
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
WORKSHOPS
Jan 14 – Vision 2050, Civic Center Visioning, Systems Realignment
Feb 4 – Discussion of Community Poll (Ballot Measures), Adeline Corridor Plan
March 17 – CIP Update (PRW and Public Works), Measure T1 Update
May 5 – Budget Update, Crime Report
June 23 – Climate Action Plan/Resiliency Update, Digital Strategic Plan FUND$/Replacement Website Update
July 21 – no workshops scheduled “yet”
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Update goBerkeley (RPP)
BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry (November 2020)
_____________________
To Check For Regional Meetings with Berkeley Council Appointees go to
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Committee_and_Regional_Body_Appointees.aspx
To check for Berkeley Unified School District Board Meetings go to
https://www.berkeleyschools.net/schoolboard/board-meeting-information/
_____________________
This meeting list is also posted on the Sustainable Berkeley Coalition website.
http://www.sustainableberkeleycoalition.com/whats-ahead.html and in the Berkeley Daily Planet under activist’s calendar http://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
When notices of meetings are found that are posted after Friday 5:00 pm they are added to the website schedule https://www.sustainableberkeleycoalition.com/whats-ahead.html and preceded by LATE ENTRY
December 15 - December 22, 2019
Worth Noting and Showing Up:
Friday, December 20, 2019
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
0 Euclid – Berryman Reservoir TBD
2422 Fifth St - TBD
Remanded to ZAB or LPC With 90-Day Deadline
1155-73 Hearst (develop 2 parcels) – referred back to City Council – to be scheduled
Notice of Decision (NOD) With End of Appeal Period
999 Anthony 12-19-2019
919 Bataan 12-17-2019
800 Dwight Replacement of three illuminated wall signs 12-17-2019
1284 Hearst 12-17-2019
790 Hilldale 12-17-19
1407 Kains 12-16-2019
2693 Shasta 12-16-19
2949 Shasta 12-16-19
1403 Stannage 12-17-2019
2128 Ward 12-31-2019
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
WORKSHOPS
Jan 14 – Vision 2050, Civic Center Visioning, Systems Realignment
Feb 4 – Discussion of Community Poll (Ballot Measures), Adeline Corridor Plan
March 17 – CIP Update (PRW and Public Works), Measure T1 Update
May 5 – Budget Update, Crime Report
June 23 – Climate Action Plan/Resiliency Update, Digital Strategic Plan FUND$/Replacement Website Update
July 21 – no workshops scheduled “yet”
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Update goBerkeley (RPP)
BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry (November 2020)
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This meeting list is also posted in the Berkeley Daily Planet under activist’s calendar http://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
Worth Noting and Showing Up:
- Change to Shattuck Ave Vehicle Traffic between Allston and University begins Dec 16 https://www.cityofberkeley.info/City_Manager/Press_Releases/2019/2019-12-05_Shattuck_Avenue_becomes_a_two-way_street_across_University.aspx
- Impeach & Remove rallies Tuesday at 5:30 enter zip code for locations https://www.impeach.org/event/impeach-and-remove-attend/search/
- Holiday and Reduced Service Days for the Week of December 22 – 29
- Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday are City reduced service days. Wednesday the City offices are closed for the Christmas Holiday
- People’s Park Holiday Concert, 12 – 5 pm at People’s Park https://www.facebook.com/events/2005718136198559/
- Civic Arts Commission – Policy Subcommittee, 3:30 - 5 pm at 2180 Milvia, Cypress Room, 1st Floor, Agenda: Development of Public Art Ordinance, Capital Grant Program and Arts Education Program, Policy for City Poet Laureate, Certifying artists and cultural workers for affordable housing. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CivicArtsCommissionHomepage/
- Berkeley City Council – Closed Session, 4 pm, 2180 Milvia, at 6th Floor Redwood Room, Teleconference Location – 1543 Timberlake Manor Pkwy, Chesterfield, MO, Agenda: Conference with Labor Negotiators City Manager, Deputy City Manager, Director of Human Resources for Contracts expiring June 2020 with Berkeley Police Assoc, SEIU 1021, Community Services/PTRLA https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
- Tax the Rich Rally, with music by Occupella, 4 - 5 pm at the Top of Solano in front of the Closed Oaks Theater, Rain Cancels
- Impeach & Remove “Nobody Is Above the Law” Events https://www.impeach.org/event/impeach-and-remove-attend/search/
- Energy Commission – Subcommittee BESO Improvements, 6 pm at 2000 University, Au Coquelet, Agenda: Recommendations for amendments to Building Energy Savings Ordinance (BESO) https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Energy_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- East Bay Community Energy Board Meeting, 6 pm at 777 B Street, Hayward, Hayward City Council Chambers, Agenda: #16 Carbon Free Allocation is to consider adding Nuclear Energy from PG&E, http://www.sunflower-alliance.org/say-no-to-nuclear-for-east-bay-community-energy-december-18/
- Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board, 7 – 11 pm, at 1231 Addison St, 1231 Addison Street, BUSD Board Room, Agenda: 7:30 pm Appeal Case T-5832 – 2035 Hearst, Unit C, 8 pm Appeal Case RWN-1617 1970 San Pablo, Unit 4, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
- Design Review Committee, 7 – 10 pm at 1947 Center St, Basement Multi-purpose Room,
- 2009 Addison – Final Design Review – construct 7-story mixed use project with ground floor theatre facilities, 2nd floor school theatre and 45 residential units occupied by performin actors and theatre professionals
- 2650 Telegraph – Preview Advisory Comments – demolish existing commercial building, construct 5-story mixed-use building with 45 units (including 4 very low income), 1125 sq ft commercial space, 4629 sq ft usable open space, 50 bicycle spaces and 20 vehicular ground level parking spaces. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/designreview/
Friday, December 20, 2019
- Cheryl Davila Open Office Hours, , 3 - 4 pm at 2501 San Pablo, Le Pho Vietnamese Restaurant, https://www.facebook.com/events/1372227292936464/
- No City meetings or events found
- No City meetings or events found
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
0 Euclid – Berryman Reservoir TBD
2422 Fifth St - TBD
Remanded to ZAB or LPC With 90-Day Deadline
1155-73 Hearst (develop 2 parcels) – referred back to City Council – to be scheduled
Notice of Decision (NOD) With End of Appeal Period
999 Anthony 12-19-2019
919 Bataan 12-17-2019
800 Dwight Replacement of three illuminated wall signs 12-17-2019
1284 Hearst 12-17-2019
790 Hilldale 12-17-19
1407 Kains 12-16-2019
2693 Shasta 12-16-19
2949 Shasta 12-16-19
1403 Stannage 12-17-2019
2128 Ward 12-31-2019
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
WORKSHOPS
Jan 14 – Vision 2050, Civic Center Visioning, Systems Realignment
Feb 4 – Discussion of Community Poll (Ballot Measures), Adeline Corridor Plan
March 17 – CIP Update (PRW and Public Works), Measure T1 Update
May 5 – Budget Update, Crime Report
June 23 – Climate Action Plan/Resiliency Update, Digital Strategic Plan FUND$/Replacement Website Update
July 21 – no workshops scheduled “yet”
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Update goBerkeley (RPP)
BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry (November 2020)
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This meeting list is also posted in the Berkeley Daily Planet under activist’s calendar http://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
December 8 - December 15, 2019
Worth Noting and Showing Up:
The City Council winter recess is December 11, 2019 – January 21, 2020. This is the last full week of City meetings in 2019.
Sunday, December 8, 2019
Comments on City Council Agenda:
Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
0 Euclid – Berryman Reservoir TBD
2422 Fifth St - TBD
Remanded to ZAB or LPC With 90-Day Deadline
1155-73 Hearst (develop 2 parcels) – referred back to City Council – to be scheduled
Notice of Decision (NOD) With End of Appeal Period
999 Anthony 12-19-2019
919 Bataan 12-17-2019
1634 California 12-9-2019
800 Dwight Replacement of three illuminated wall signs 12-17-2019
1449 Grizzly Peak 12-11-2019
1284 Hearst 12-17-2019
790 Hilldale 12-17-19
1407 Kains 12-16-2019
2026 Los Angeles 12-02-2019
2965 Magnolia 12-9-2019
2693 Shasta 12-16-19
2949 Shasta 12-16-19
1403 Stannage 12-17-2019
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
WORKSHOPS
Jan 14 – Vision 2050, Civic Center Visioning, Systems Realignment
Feb 4 – Discussion of Community Poll (Ballot Measures), Adeline Corridor Plan
March 17 – CIP Update (PRW and Public Works), Measure T1 Update
May 5 – Budget Update, Crime Report
June 23 – Climate Action Plan/Resiliency Update, Digital Strategic Plan FUND$/Replacement Website Update
July 21 – no workshops scheduled “yet”
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Update goBerkeley (RPP)
BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry (November 2020)
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This meeting list is also posted in the Berkeley Daily Planet under activist’s calendar http://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
Worth Noting and Showing Up:
The City Council winter recess is December 11, 2019 – January 21, 2020. This is the last full week of City meetings in 2019.
- The Council meeting on Tuesday items 16. Purchase of trucks, the ACTION items and Information Report 38. Audit F/U need your attention. (More comments follow the list of meetings)
- Tuesday, Dec 10 the Tool Library is closed all day and Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library is closed from 10 am – 6 pm, reopens 6 – 8 pm. (Planned PG&E Power outage)
- CA Dept of Housing and Community Development workshops, webinars, Community Needs Survey on Fair Housing http://campaign.r20.constantcontact.com/render?m=1120322818772&ca=85bf47bc-da07-4971-9168-eb0199ccefb6
- Tuesday, Dec 10, Michael Mann the scientist who published the “Hockey Stick Climate Chart” https://www.theatlantic.com/technology/archive/2013/05/the-hockey-stick-the-most-controversial-chart-in-science-explained/275753/ is speaking in San Francisco 5pm – 7:30 pm, the event is free, but seating is limited - link to RSVP included in event info https://350bayarea.org/event/beyond-climate-denial
- Sunflower Alliance lists area meetings and Dec 9 comment deadlines to CARB (California Air Resources Board) on air pollution from Diesel Trucks and Shipping http://www.sunflower-alliance.org
- Change to Shattuck Ave Vehicle Traffic between Allston and University begins Dec 16 https://www.cityofberkeley.info/City_Manager/Press_Releases/2019/2019-12-05_Shattuck_Avenue_becomes_a_two-way_street_across_University.aspx
Sunday, December 8, 2019
- No City meetings or events found
- City Council Health, Life Enrichment, Equity & Community Committee, 10 am, at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Room, Agenda: 2. 15 min of listening to Homeless on conditions in encampments, 3. Presentation on Vector Control, 4. Healthy Checkout Ordinance (nutritious choices at checkout instead of junk food) https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Health,_Life_Enrichment,_Equity___Community.aspx
- Housing Advisory Commission – 1654 Fifth St Subcommittee, 4 – 5 pm at 2180 Milvia, 2nd Floor Dogwood Room, Agenda: 1654 5th as Homeless Housing https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Housing_Advisory_Commission/
- Human Welfare & Community Action Commission – Budget Subcommittee, 5:15 – 6:15 pm at 2000 University, Au Coquelet, Agenda: City FY 2020 & 2021 Biennial Budget https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Human_Welfare_and_Community_Action_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Youth Commission, 6:30 pm at 1730 Oregon St, Martin Luther King Jr. Youth Services Center, Agenda: 8. Urban Forestry – Environmental Initiatives, 9. Human Rights, 10. Gender Neutral Bathrooms https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Youth_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Tax the Rich Rally, with music by Occupella, 4 – 5 pm (winter hours) at the Top of Solano in front of the Closed Oaks Theater, Rain Cancels
- Berkeley City Council, 1231 Addison Street, BUSD Board Room,
- Closed Session, 4 pm -6 pm, Agenda: 1. City of Berkeley and Landry’s Inc, Negotiations of Price and Terms 100 Seawall Drive, 2. Pending Litigation, City of Berkeley v. Regents of UC, Case No. RG19023058
- Regular Meeting, 6:00 pm – 11:00 pm, Agenda: CONSENT: A. Adopt an Ordinance Legal Rights for Legal Tender (cash) B. Annual appropriations 2nd reading #7,682-N.S. $146,891,298(gross) 2. Bid Solicitations/RFP $2,913,252, 3. 36-month contract $2,100,000 with option to extend 2 yrs, total $3,550,000 with First Alarm Security & Patrol, Inc. for Citywide Security Services, 4. 2020 Block Grant $266,863, 5. MOU with Alameda Co. $75,000 (revenue) for Winter Relief Program to provide homeless housing respite thru May 1, 2020, 6. Apply for Infill infrastructure Grant Funding, 7. Apply for State Funding No Place Like Home for Maudelle Miller Shirek Community at 2001 Ashby, 8. 2020 Health Plan Changes, 9. COBRA Administration $405,000, 10. Add $266,076 total $527,832 with ServiceNow, Inc to extend IT Software Licenses, 11. Waive Sanctuary City Ordinance (7,650-N.S.) for Berkeley Tuolumne Camp Reconstruction Contracts, 12. Increase Contract by $241,451 plus contingency $48,290, total $5,705,668 with Mar Con Builders, Inc for Live Oak Park Community Center Seismic Upgrade, 13. Add $2,900,000 total $7,200,000 with Siegel & Strain Architects for Tuolumne Camp Project, 14. Modification T1 Phase 1 Project List, 15. Make Telegraph Loading Zone and Parking Project permanent and establish similar loading zone and parking in all parking meter districts, 16. Purchase 9 Ford Super Duty F-Series Pick-up Trucks for $492,284 and $245,000 using Fleet Technology to convert to plug in hybrid vehicles when commercially available, 17. Add $54,560 total $106,616 (total for 2 contracts) for Server Storage with Edgeworth Integration, LLC, 18. Contract add $131,556 total $557,553, to extend term by 3 years to June 30, 2026 with ABM Industries for purchase additional EV charging stations and maintenance, 19. Contract $3,821,569 includes $347,415 contingency for Sanitary Sewer Rehab and Replacement with Pacific Trenchless, Inc., 20. Contract $2,246,219 includes $204,202 contingency for Sanitary Sewer Rehab and Replacement with Precision Engineering, Inc., 21. Contract $3,654,358 includes 10% contingency with Cratus, Inc, for Sanitary Sewer Rehab and replacement, 22. Add $100,000 total $300,000 and extend term to Dec 31, 2022, with Du-All Safety LLC for Safety Consulting and Training Services, 23.Contract add $500,000 total $5,386,293 with B Bros Construction to complete 2640 MLK Jr Way Adult Mental Health Services Center renovation and seismic upgrade, 24. Measure O Bond funding reservations $36,002,64026. 25.Support for Non-Violent Activists and Protections of Animals in Commercial Operations, 27. Feb 2020 Black History Month discretionary funds, ACTION: 28. Local Hazard Mitigation Plan, 29. RPP (residential parking) 1500 Block of Lincoln, C. Fund and Implement Safe Passages Program – parking restrictions to ensure Emergency Equipment Access to all parts of the City, D. . a.&b. 5-yr Paving Plan 31. Multi-year Bidding Process for Street Paving, 30. Amend ADU ordinance to comply with new State Law and establish interim limits on development, 31. MOU between City of Berkeley and BART on implementation AB 2923 at Ashby and North Berkeley BART, Establish a Community Advisory Group (CAG) to provide input to Planning Commission on zoning, the City and BART, INFORMATION REPORTS: 32. Short Term Referrals, 33. 34. Credit Card, Cash Handling, Business License Tax, Contracts Audit, 35. Public Health Update, 36. Worker’s Comp Review, 37. Parking Program, 38. Audit F/U Report (note 911 still understaffed & number of unresolved fire prevention violations grows) https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
- Joint Subcommittee for the Implementation of State Housing Laws, 7 – 10 pm at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Room, Agenda: 10. Objective Standards for Design, 11. Shadow Priority Matrix https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Joint_Subcommittee_for_the_Implementation_of_State_Housing_Laws_Homepage.aspx
- Police Review Commission, at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
- Lexipol Policies, 5:30 – 7 pm, Policies: Emergency Operations Plan, Crime and Disaster Scene Integrity, Traffic Function and Responsibility, Vehicle Towing and Release,
- Regular Meeting, 7 – 10 pm, Agenda: 9.a. Policies on BPD 1) Questioning Detainees about parole or probation status, b. Conducting searches of detainees on parole/probation, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Advisory Commission – Block Grant Subcommittee, 10– 11 am at 2180 Milvia, 2nd Floor Dogwood Room, Agenda: FY 2020 application process and funding https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Housing_Advisory_Commission/
- Community Facilities Improvements Proposals NOFA Workshop, 2 – 3:30 pm at 2090 Kittredge, Central Library, 3rd Floor https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=16437
- Adeline Corridor Subcommittee Meeting, 7 – 10 pm at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/AdelineCorridor/
- Mental Health Commission, 7 – 9 pm at 1947 Center, Multi-purpose Room, Agenda: 8. One-hour training on Commission Mandate https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Mental_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Zoning Adjustment Board, 7 pm at 1231 Addison St, BUSD Board Room, Draft Agenda:
- 1632 Stuart – combine 2 parcels, add 3rd dwelling, consent-approve
- 1600 Walnut – add 457 sq ft and remodel to restore 2nd dwelling, consent-approve
- 1505 Shattuck – off-site wine sale, consent-approve
- 2307 and 2309 Prince – add 486 sq ft convert habitable space to 5229 sq ft to 4-unit building, adding 8 bedrooms to parcel which is over residential density and non-conforming yard, staff recommend approve 3 of 4 units, deny requested 6th or more bedrooms
- 1835 San Pablo – demolish one-story commercial building, construct 6-story mixed use with 99 dwellings (including 7 very low income) and 2 live/work, 49 parking spaces, staff recommend approve
- 0 (2435) San Pablo – construct 4-story, 20,526 sq ft mixed-use with 42 Group Living Rooms, 800 sq ft of commercial on 2 vacant parcels, staff recommend approval
- 2650 Telegraph – Project Preview – demolish commercial building, construct 5-story mixed-use with 45 units (including 4 very low income) 20 parking spaces
- https://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
- Community Environmental Advisory Commission is listed on the Community calendar, there is no meeting listed or posted agenda on the website, check before going https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Community_Environmental_Advisory_Commission/
- City Reduced Service Day
- Mayor Arreguin First Annual Holiday Party, 6 - 8 pm at 912 Gilman, Gilman Brewing Co. Berkeley High Jazz Ensemble, in lieu of tickets, canned food or monetary donation appreciated, proceeds will go to Alameda Co Food Bank and Berkeley Holiday Fund https://www.facebook.com/events/677656562763274/
- Evening at Eco Marketplace, 6 - 9 pm at 2530 San Pablo, Ecology Center, Zero Waste Holiday Shopping, guest vendors to offer Zero-Waste products https://ecologycenter.org/events/evening-eco-marketplace-2/
- McGee Spaulding Neighbors in Action, 9:45 am – 12 pm, at University Terrace Community Room (entrance around back of building from Jefferson parking lot between Allston and Addison)
- Community Meeting John Hinkel Park Improvements, 10:30 am – 12 pm, at North Branch Library https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=16431
- Winter on the Waterfront & Lighted Boat Parade, 2 – 6:30 pm, at Berkeley Yacht Club https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=16302
- Celebrate West Berkeley Shellmound Victory, 4 - 7 pm, at 2501 Harrison, Oakland First Congregational Church – Reidenbach Hall https://www.facebook.com/events/
- Berkeley Tenants Union December Meeting, 4:15 -6 pm, at 2727 Milvia, Sports Basement https://www.facebook.com/events/1353944281437974/
- Winter Crafts Fair – Berkeley Farmer’s Market, 10 am – 3 pm, at Civic Center Park https://ecologycenter.org/events/berkeley-farmers-market-winter-crafts-fair-5-2019-12-14/2019-12-14/
- No City Sponsored Events found
Comments on City Council Agenda:
- item 16. Purchase of fleet of 9 trucks, if the current City trucks are so broken down that they must be replaced before the City completes charging station infrastructure and can purchase hybrid plug-in or EV, then leasing should be negotiated rather than purchase
- item C. Safe passages, if there is a fire in the hills and fire trucks cannot get through to put it out, because of parked cars then a rapidly spreading fire endangers the entire City.
- item D. 5-year paving plan, our streets are a mess
- item 31. MOU ask for funding and community task force, will citizens have any real input/power or will their appointments and work be watered down to fit with predetermined decisions
- item 38. f/u Audit report found 911 is still understaffed and the number of unresolved fire prevention violations continue to grow while fire inspections fall behind.
Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
0 Euclid – Berryman Reservoir TBD
2422 Fifth St - TBD
Remanded to ZAB or LPC With 90-Day Deadline
1155-73 Hearst (develop 2 parcels) – referred back to City Council – to be scheduled
Notice of Decision (NOD) With End of Appeal Period
999 Anthony 12-19-2019
919 Bataan 12-17-2019
1634 California 12-9-2019
800 Dwight Replacement of three illuminated wall signs 12-17-2019
1449 Grizzly Peak 12-11-2019
1284 Hearst 12-17-2019
790 Hilldale 12-17-19
1407 Kains 12-16-2019
2026 Los Angeles 12-02-2019
2965 Magnolia 12-9-2019
2693 Shasta 12-16-19
2949 Shasta 12-16-19
1403 Stannage 12-17-2019
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
WORKSHOPS
Jan 14 – Vision 2050, Civic Center Visioning, Systems Realignment
Feb 4 – Discussion of Community Poll (Ballot Measures), Adeline Corridor Plan
March 17 – CIP Update (PRW and Public Works), Measure T1 Update
May 5 – Budget Update, Crime Report
June 23 – Climate Action Plan/Resiliency Update, Digital Strategic Plan FUND$/Replacement Website Update
July 21 – no workshops scheduled “yet”
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Update goBerkeley (RPP)
BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry (November 2020)
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This meeting list is also posted in the Berkeley Daily Planet under activist’s calendar http://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
December 1 - December 8, 2019
Worth Noting:
Climate Solutions – Hosted by Student Environmental Resource Center at UCB -
So You Think You Know Climate Change?, Tue, Wed, Thur, 11 am - 2 pm at Sproul Plaza, https://www.facebook.com/events/578890266219225/
Deadline Decmber 8 – Petition - CA Air Resources Board, (CARB),
DIESEL TRUCKS – Expected CARB Proposal is too weak sign EarthJustice Petition
https://secure.earthjustice.org/site/SPageNavigator/P2A_ElectricTrucks_CA?p2asource=email&utm_source=crm&utm_medium=email&utm_term=action&utm_campaign=191005_Action_ElectricTrucks_CA&utm_content=ResponsiveHTMLBodyLink2&autologin=true#start
Deadline December 9 - Letter - CA Air Resources Board, (CARB),
SHIPS - Submit comments by letter or CARB form to CARB to cut pollution from Ships entering the Bay. CARB staff estimate the proposed regulation would remove nearly 400 tons of small particles from the air details and form link at http://www.sunflower-alliance.org/cut-pollution-from-ships-at-ports-refineries-december-5-9/
Council Agenda for December 10
Agenda follows the weekly list of meetings and rallies, City Council Winter Recess is December 11, 2019 – January 21, 2020
Sunday, December 1, 2019
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Email comments to [email protected],
December 10 Regular Council Meeting, CONSENT: 2. Bid Solicitations/RFP $2,913,252, 3. 36-month contract $2,100,000 with option to extend 2 yrs, total $3,550,000 with First Alarm Security & Patrol, Inc. for Citywide Security Services, 4. 2020 Block Grant $266,863, 5. MOU with Alameda Co. $75,000 (revenue) for Winter Relief Program to provide homeless housing respite thru May 1, 2020, 6. Apply for Infill infrastructure Grant Funding, 7. Apply for State Funding No Place Like Home for Maudelle Miller Shirek Community at 2001 Ashby, 8. 2020 Health Plan Changes, 9. COBRA Administration $405,000, 10. Add $266,076 total $527,832 with ServiceNow, Inc to extend IT Software Licenses, 11. Waive Sanctuary City Ordinance (7,650-N.S.) for Berkeley Tuolumne Camp Reconstruction Contracts, 12. Increase Contract by $241,451 plus contingency $48,290, total $5,705,668 with Mar Con Builders, Inc for Live Oak Park Community Center Seismic Upgrade, 13. Add $2,900,000 total $7,200,000 with Siegel & Strain Architects for Tuolumne Camp Project, 14. Modification T1 Phase 1 Project List, 15. Make Telegraph Loading Zone and Parking Project permanent and establish similar loading zone and parking in all parking meter districts, 16. Purchase 9 Ford Super Duty F-Series Pick-up Trucks for $492,284 and $245,000 using Fleet Technology to convert to plug in hybrid vehicles when commercially available, 17. Add $54,560 total $106,616 (total for 2 contracts) for Server Storage with Edgeworth Integration, LLC, 18. Contract add $131,556 total $557,553, to extend term by 3 years to June 30, 2026 with ABM Industries for purchase additional EV charging stations and maintenance, 19. Contract $3,821,569 includes $347,415 contingency for Sanitary Sewer Rehab and Replacement with Pacific Trenchless, Inc., 20. Contract $2,246,219 includes $204,202 contingency for Sanitary Sewer Rehab and Replacement with Precision Engineering, Inc., 21. Contract $3,654,358 includes 10% contingency with Cratus, Inc, for Sanitary Sewer Rehab and replacement, 22. Add $100,000 total $300,000 and extend term to Dec 31, 2022, with Du-All Safety LLC for Safety Consulting and Training Services, 23.Contract add $500,000 total $5,386,293 with B Bros Construction to complete 2640 MLK Jr Way Adult Mental Health Services Center renovation and seismic upgrade, 24. Measure O Bond funding reservations $36,002,64026. 25.Support for Non-Violent Activists and Protections of Animals in Commercial Operations, 27. Feb 2020 Black History Month discretionary funds, ACTION: 28. Local Hazard Mitigation Plan, 29. RPP (residential parking) 1500 Block of Lincoln, 30. Amend ADU ordinance to comply with new State Law and establish interim limits on development, 31. MOU between City of Berkeley and BART on implementation AB 2923 at Ashby and North Berkeley BART, Establish a Community Advisory Group (CAG) to provide inut to Planning Commission on zoning, the City and BART,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
0 Euclid – Berryman Reservoir TBD
2422 Fifth St - TBD
Remanded to ZAB or LPC With 90-Day Deadline
1155-73 Hearst (develop 2 parcels) – referred back to City Council – to be scheduled
Notice of Decision (NOD) With End of Appeal Period
999 Anthony 12-19-2019
1119 Arch 12-02-2019
1634 California 12-9-2019
3015 Dohr 12-5-2019
1449 Grizzly Peak 12-11-2019
2234 Haste 12-3-2019
790 Hilldale 12-17-19
2026 Los Angeles 12-02-2019
2965 Magnolia 12-9-2019
2693 Shasta 12-16-19
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
3020 College Ave (ZAB) 12-2-2019
2431 Fifth St (ZAB) 12-2-2019
2348 Hilgard (ZAB) 12-3-2019
1312 Josephine (ZAB) 12-3-2019
1581 Le Roy #LMSAP2019-0004 (LPO) (ZAB) 12-3-2019
2234 Haste #LMSAP@)!^-0002 (LPO)
WORKSHOPS
Jan 14, 2020 – Vision 2050, Civic Center Visioning, Systems Realignment
Feb 4, 2020 – Discussion of Community Poll (Ballot Measures), Adeline Corridor Plan
March 17, 2020 – CIP Update (PRW and Public Works), Measure T1 Update
May 5, 2020 – Budget Update, Crime Report
June 23, 2020 – Climate Action Plan/Resiliency Update, Digital Strategic Plan FUND$/Replacement Website Update
July 21, 2020 – no workshops scheduled “yet”
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Update goBerkeley (RPP)
BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry (November 2020)
This meeting list is also posted in the Berkeley Daily Planet under activist’s calendar http://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
Worth Noting:
Climate Solutions – Hosted by Student Environmental Resource Center at UCB -
So You Think You Know Climate Change?, Tue, Wed, Thur, 11 am - 2 pm at Sproul Plaza, https://www.facebook.com/events/578890266219225/
Deadline Decmber 8 – Petition - CA Air Resources Board, (CARB),
DIESEL TRUCKS – Expected CARB Proposal is too weak sign EarthJustice Petition
https://secure.earthjustice.org/site/SPageNavigator/P2A_ElectricTrucks_CA?p2asource=email&utm_source=crm&utm_medium=email&utm_term=action&utm_campaign=191005_Action_ElectricTrucks_CA&utm_content=ResponsiveHTMLBodyLink2&autologin=true#start
Deadline December 9 - Letter - CA Air Resources Board, (CARB),
SHIPS - Submit comments by letter or CARB form to CARB to cut pollution from Ships entering the Bay. CARB staff estimate the proposed regulation would remove nearly 400 tons of small particles from the air details and form link at http://www.sunflower-alliance.org/cut-pollution-from-ships-at-ports-refineries-december-5-9/
Council Agenda for December 10
Agenda follows the weekly list of meetings and rallies, City Council Winter Recess is December 11, 2019 – January 21, 2020
Sunday, December 1, 2019
- 350 Bay Area sponsored Action at Annual Auto Show, 1-3 pm, at Moscone Center in SF, FORD, BMW, HONDA and VW agreed to meet CA standards, GM, Fiat-Chrysler, Toyota, Nissan, Hyundai and Kia sided with Trump to oppose CA standards https://350bayarea.org/event/sfoautoshow
- City Council Public Safety Committee, 10:30 am, at Cypress Room – minutes only, no other agenda items https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Public_Safety.aspx
- Homeless Commission – Encampment Subcommittee, 5 pm at 2000 University, Au Coquelet https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Homeless_Services_Panel_of_Experts.aspx
- Tax the Rich Rally, Canceled Rain
- Berkeley City Council, 1231 Addison Street, BUSD Board Room,
- Closed Session, 4 pm -6 pm, Anticipated Litigation, The CA Jazz Conseratory sewer backup, Pending Litigation Guzman,Richard vs. City of Berkeley
- Regular Meeting, 6:00 pm – 11:00 pm, Agenda: December 3 Regular Council Meeting, CONSENT: 2. Standby Officers, 3. $210,000 Public Art contract with Michael Arcega for San Pablo Park Measure T1, 4. $2,871,500 Formal bid solicitations and RFP, 5. $357,000 contract thru June 30,2021 with Berkeley Food & Housing Project for Berkeley Mental Health Flexible Spending Programs and Russell St Residence, 6. $68,442 thru June 30, 2020 contract with Bay Area Hearing Voices Network for Hearing Voices Support Group, 7. $100,000 contract amendment with Youth Spirit Artworks for Transition Age Youth Case Management and Linkage Services, 8. $450,000 contract for FY2020 with Trip Stop Sidewalk Repair, Inc for Sidewalk inspection and shaving services, 9. Add $220,000 to contract total $270,000 with David L. Silva d.b.a. Silva Business Consulting for real property management services, 10. Reimbursement Agreement with Wareham for City’s share of traffic signal at San Pablo and Dwight, 11. $10,260 tax refund to Bay Area Community Trust for renovation of 1638 Stuart and operation of property as affordable housing. 13. Reaffirm support for Artic National Wildlife Refuge and refrain from conducting business with companies that purchase, lease or develop oil fields within the Refuge, 14. Reappoint Dr. P. Robert Beatty to Co. Mosquito Abatement, 15. Oppose Transportation and Handling of Coal and Petcoke in our community, 16. Ordinance requiring Legal Rights for Legal Tender (accept cash), 18. Urge CPUC to address its failure of oversight and to transform PG&E into Mutual Benefit Corporation, ACTION: 19. 2nd reading 2019 CA Fire Code with Local Amendments, 20. 2nd reading Berkeley Building Codes, 21. Milvia Bikeway Project Conceptual Design, 22. Surveillance Technology Report, 23. City Council Rules of Procedure and Order Revisions, 24. FY 2019 Year-End Results and FY 1st Quarter Update, 25. FY 2020 Annual Appropriations, 26. goBerkeley Residential Shared Parking Pilot Project Update, 27. a.&b. Allocation Measure P Funds, 28. Fund and Implement Safe Passages Program – parking restrictions to ensure Emergency Equipment Access to all parts of the City. 29. a.&b. Taxi Scripts to residents of Pathways/STAIR, 30. a.&b. 5-yr Paving Plan 31. Multi-year Bidding Process for Street Paving, INFORMATION REPORTS: 32. Condo Conversion Program, 33. Small Sites Update, 34. Equal Pay: Classification and Compensation Process City Employees. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
- Board of Library Trustees, 6:30 pm at 1901 Russell St, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch, Agenda: III.A. Contract $28,000 HR Consulting recruitment Library Director https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
- Disaster and Fire Safety Commission, 7 – 9 pm at 997 Cedar St, Fire Department Training Center, Agenda Discussion items: Wildfire Prevention Special Tax Assessment, 6. Power Shutoff, 7. Disaster Prep Fair Report, 8. Emergency Preparedness, 9. Underground Utilities Wires, 10. Expand Automatic Gas Shut-off, 11. Update Outdoor Alert System. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Disaster_and_Fire_Safety_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Energy Commission, 6:30 – 9 pm at 1947 Center St, Multi-Purpose Room, Agenda: 4. Presentation T1, 5. Presentation BESO Evaluation https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Energy_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Planning Commission, 7 – 10 pm at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: 9. Proposed Transportation Demand Management Program and Reduction of Parking Requirements, 10. 2740 and 2744 Telegraph for General Plan Re-designation and Zoning Map Amendment https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- City Council Land Use, Housing & Economic Development Committee, 10:30 am, at 2180 Milvia, 1st Floor, Cypress Room, Agenda: 2. Inclusionary Units in Qualified Opportunity Zones, Unscheduled (future meeting) Proposed Retail (Chain Store) Regulations, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Land_Use,_Housing___Economic_Development.aspx
- City Council Facilities, Infrastructure, Transportation, Environment & Sustainability Committee, 2 pm, at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Room, Agenda: 2. Electric Moped Ride-Share Franchise Agreement, 3. Introduce Ordinance terminating sale of gasoline, diesel and natural gas passenger vehicles in Berkeley by 2025, 4. Referral to City Manager (CM) Establish New Dept Climate Emergency Mobilization Dept, 5. Ordinance to Regulate Plastic Bags at Retail and Food Service Establishments, 6.Establish GHG Emission Free as East Bay Community Energy (EBCE) Default, 7. Bright Streets Initiative (painting crosswalks and signage near school), Unscheduled (future meeting) Traffic Circles. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Facilities,_Infrastructure,_Transportation,_Environment,___Sustainability.aspx
- Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board – Outreach Committee, 5 pm, at 2001 Center, 2nd Floor, Law Library, Agenda: 6. A. Tenant Survey 2020, b. Response to Disasters, c. AB 1482 Tenant Protection Act, d. Preventing Scams, e. Safety Checklist Compliance http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
- Landmarks Preservation Commission, 7 – 11:30 pm at 1947 Center St, Multipurpose Room, Basement, Agenda: DISCUSSION: A. Proposed Landscape Improvements Piedmont Ave, B. 1602 Oxford, C. 2650 Telegraph, D. 2000 Dwight Way, 6. A. 1399 Queens Road Landmark or Structure of Merit, B. 2211 Harold Way – Final Design Review, http://www.cityofberkeley.info/landmarkspreservationcommission/
- No City meetings or events found
- Tots Winter Carnival Ages 2-5, 10 am – 12:30 pm, at Frances Albrier Community Center https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=16286
- Winter Crafts Fair – Berkeley Farmer’s Market, 10 am – 3 pm, at Civic Center Park https://ecologycenter.org/events/berkeley-farmers-market-winter-crafts-fair-5/2019-12-07/
- No City Events Found
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Email comments to [email protected],
December 10 Regular Council Meeting, CONSENT: 2. Bid Solicitations/RFP $2,913,252, 3. 36-month contract $2,100,000 with option to extend 2 yrs, total $3,550,000 with First Alarm Security & Patrol, Inc. for Citywide Security Services, 4. 2020 Block Grant $266,863, 5. MOU with Alameda Co. $75,000 (revenue) for Winter Relief Program to provide homeless housing respite thru May 1, 2020, 6. Apply for Infill infrastructure Grant Funding, 7. Apply for State Funding No Place Like Home for Maudelle Miller Shirek Community at 2001 Ashby, 8. 2020 Health Plan Changes, 9. COBRA Administration $405,000, 10. Add $266,076 total $527,832 with ServiceNow, Inc to extend IT Software Licenses, 11. Waive Sanctuary City Ordinance (7,650-N.S.) for Berkeley Tuolumne Camp Reconstruction Contracts, 12. Increase Contract by $241,451 plus contingency $48,290, total $5,705,668 with Mar Con Builders, Inc for Live Oak Park Community Center Seismic Upgrade, 13. Add $2,900,000 total $7,200,000 with Siegel & Strain Architects for Tuolumne Camp Project, 14. Modification T1 Phase 1 Project List, 15. Make Telegraph Loading Zone and Parking Project permanent and establish similar loading zone and parking in all parking meter districts, 16. Purchase 9 Ford Super Duty F-Series Pick-up Trucks for $492,284 and $245,000 using Fleet Technology to convert to plug in hybrid vehicles when commercially available, 17. Add $54,560 total $106,616 (total for 2 contracts) for Server Storage with Edgeworth Integration, LLC, 18. Contract add $131,556 total $557,553, to extend term by 3 years to June 30, 2026 with ABM Industries for purchase additional EV charging stations and maintenance, 19. Contract $3,821,569 includes $347,415 contingency for Sanitary Sewer Rehab and Replacement with Pacific Trenchless, Inc., 20. Contract $2,246,219 includes $204,202 contingency for Sanitary Sewer Rehab and Replacement with Precision Engineering, Inc., 21. Contract $3,654,358 includes 10% contingency with Cratus, Inc, for Sanitary Sewer Rehab and replacement, 22. Add $100,000 total $300,000 and extend term to Dec 31, 2022, with Du-All Safety LLC for Safety Consulting and Training Services, 23.Contract add $500,000 total $5,386,293 with B Bros Construction to complete 2640 MLK Jr Way Adult Mental Health Services Center renovation and seismic upgrade, 24. Measure O Bond funding reservations $36,002,64026. 25.Support for Non-Violent Activists and Protections of Animals in Commercial Operations, 27. Feb 2020 Black History Month discretionary funds, ACTION: 28. Local Hazard Mitigation Plan, 29. RPP (residential parking) 1500 Block of Lincoln, 30. Amend ADU ordinance to comply with new State Law and establish interim limits on development, 31. MOU between City of Berkeley and BART on implementation AB 2923 at Ashby and North Berkeley BART, Establish a Community Advisory Group (CAG) to provide inut to Planning Commission on zoning, the City and BART,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
0 Euclid – Berryman Reservoir TBD
2422 Fifth St - TBD
Remanded to ZAB or LPC With 90-Day Deadline
1155-73 Hearst (develop 2 parcels) – referred back to City Council – to be scheduled
Notice of Decision (NOD) With End of Appeal Period
999 Anthony 12-19-2019
1119 Arch 12-02-2019
1634 California 12-9-2019
3015 Dohr 12-5-2019
1449 Grizzly Peak 12-11-2019
2234 Haste 12-3-2019
790 Hilldale 12-17-19
2026 Los Angeles 12-02-2019
2965 Magnolia 12-9-2019
2693 Shasta 12-16-19
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
3020 College Ave (ZAB) 12-2-2019
2431 Fifth St (ZAB) 12-2-2019
2348 Hilgard (ZAB) 12-3-2019
1312 Josephine (ZAB) 12-3-2019
1581 Le Roy #LMSAP2019-0004 (LPO) (ZAB) 12-3-2019
2234 Haste #LMSAP@)!^-0002 (LPO)
WORKSHOPS
Jan 14, 2020 – Vision 2050, Civic Center Visioning, Systems Realignment
Feb 4, 2020 – Discussion of Community Poll (Ballot Measures), Adeline Corridor Plan
March 17, 2020 – CIP Update (PRW and Public Works), Measure T1 Update
May 5, 2020 – Budget Update, Crime Report
June 23, 2020 – Climate Action Plan/Resiliency Update, Digital Strategic Plan FUND$/Replacement Website Update
July 21, 2020 – no workshops scheduled “yet”
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Update goBerkeley (RPP)
BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry (November 2020)
This meeting list is also posted in the Berkeley Daily Planet under activist’s calendar http://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
November 24 - December 1, 2019
Worth Noting:
Monday is the only day of the week with City meetings.
Holiday Food Drive ends November 29 - Hours: daily from 8:30 a – 6 p, for more information https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=16299
Letter
Submit comments by letter or CARB form to CA Air Resources Board, (CARB) to cut pollution from Ships entering the Bay. CARB staff estimate the proposed regulation would remove nearly 400 tons of small particles from the air details and form link at http://www.sunflower-alliance.org/cut-pollution-from-ships-at-ports-refineries-december-5-9/
Future
Agenda highlights for the December 3 Regular City Council meeting follows the weekly list of meetings and rallies.
Sunday, November 24, 2019
December 3 Regular Council Meeting, CONSENT: 2. Standby Officers, 3. $210,000 Public Art contract with Michael Arcega for San Pablo Park Measure T1, 4. $2,871,500 Formal bid solicitations and RFP, 5. $357,000 contract thru June 30,2021 with Berkeley Food & Housing Project for Berkeley Mental Health Flexible Spending Programs and Russell St Residence, 6. $68,442 thru June 30, 2020 contract with Bay Area Hearing Voices Network for Hearing Voices Support Group, 7. $100,000 contract amendment with Youth Spirit Artworks for Transition Age Youth Case Management and Linkage Services, 8. $450,000 contract for FY2020 with Trip Stop Sidewalk Repair, Inc for Sidewalk inspection and shaving services, 9. Add $220,000 to contract total $270,000 with David L. Silva d.b.a. Silva Business Consulting for real property management services, 10. Reimbursement Agreement with Wareham for City’s share of traffic signal at San Pablo and Dwight, 11. $10,260 tax refund to Bay Area Community Trust for renovation of 1638 Stuart and operation of property as affordable housing. 13. Reaffirm support for Artic National Wildlife Refuge and refrain from conducting business with companies that purchase, lease or develop oil fields within the Refuge, 14. Reappoint Dr. P. Robert Beatty to Co. Mosquito Abatement, 15. Oppose Transportation and Handling of Coal and Petcoke in our community, 16. Ordinance requiring Legal Rights for Legal Tender (accept cash), 18. Urge CPUC to address its failure of oversight and to transform PG&E into Mutual Benefit Corporation, ACTION: 19. 2nd reading 2019 CA Fire Code with Local Amendments, 20. 2nd reading Berkeley Building Codes, 21. Milvia Bikeway Project Conceptual Design, 22. Surveillance Technology Report, 23. City Council Rules of Procedure and Order Revisions, 24. FY 2019 Year-End Results and FY 1st Quarter Update, 25. FY 2020 Annual Appropriations, 26. goBerkeley Residential Shared Parking Pilot Project Update, 27. a.&b. Allocation Measure P Funds, 28. Fund and Implement Safe Passages Program – parking restrictions to ensure Emergency Equipment Access to all parts of the City. 29. a.&b. Taxi Scripts to residents of Pathways/STAIR, 30. a.&b. 5-yr Paving Plan 31. Multi-year Bidding Process for Street Paving,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/ContentDisplay.aspx?id=9868
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
0 Euclid – Berryman Reservoir TBD
2422 Fifth St - TBD
Remanded to ZAB or LPC With 90-Day Deadline
1155-73 Hearst (develop 2 parcels) – referred back to City Council – to be scheduled
Notice of Decision (NOD) With End of Appeal Period
999 Anthony 12-19-2019
1119 Arch 12-02-2019
1634 California 12-9-2019
3015 Dohr 12-5-2019
1449 Grizzly Peak 12-11-2019
2234 Haste 12-3-2019
2026 Los Angeles 12-02-2019
2965 Magnolia 12-9-2019
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
3020 College Ave (ZAB) 12-2-2019
2431 Fifth St (ZAB) 12-2-2019
2348 Hilgard (ZAB) 12-3-2019
1312 Josephine (ZAB) 12-3-2019
1581 Le Roy #LMSAP2019-0004 (LPO) (ZAB) 12-3-2019
2234 Haste #LMSAP@)!^-0002 (LPO)
WORKSHOPS
Jan 14 – Vision 2050, Civic Center Visioning, Systems Realignment
Feb 4 – Discussion of Community Poll (Ballot Measures), Adeline Corridor Plan
March 17 – CIP Update (PRW and Public Works), Measure T1 Update
May 5 – Budget Update, Crime Report
June 23 – Climate Action Plan/Resiliency Update, Digital Strategic Plan FUND$/Replacement Website Update
July 21 – no workshops scheduled “yet”
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Update goBerkeley (RPP)
BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry (November 2020)
_____________________
This meeting list is also posted in the Berkeley Daily Planet under activist’s calendar http://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
Worth Noting:
Monday is the only day of the week with City meetings.
Holiday Food Drive ends November 29 - Hours: daily from 8:30 a – 6 p, for more information https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=16299
Letter
Submit comments by letter or CARB form to CA Air Resources Board, (CARB) to cut pollution from Ships entering the Bay. CARB staff estimate the proposed regulation would remove nearly 400 tons of small particles from the air details and form link at http://www.sunflower-alliance.org/cut-pollution-from-ships-at-ports-refineries-december-5-9/
Future
Agenda highlights for the December 3 Regular City Council meeting follows the weekly list of meetings and rallies.
Sunday, November 24, 2019
- No City meetings or events found
- City Council Health, Life Enrichment, Equity & Community Committee, 10 am, at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Room, Agenda: 2. f/u Leonard Powell case a. Create policy that receivership only be used when property is a danger to the public and approved by Council, b. Bring justice to Leonard Powell, establish policies that provide housing stability and reimburse $68,000 in legal and administrative fees, c. Plan a Public meeting on receivership, 3. Healthy Checkout Ordinance require nutritious food and beverage options in checkout areas in stores greater than 2500 sq ft, 4. Listening Session on conditions at encampments from homeless population at large, 5. Establish Outdoor Emergency Shelter, 6. a.&b. Modify Policies related to enforcement of Smoke-free multi-unit housing ordinance, 7. Vector Control Presentation https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Health,_Life_Enrichment,_Equity___Community.aspx
- Agenda and Rules Committee, 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm, at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Room Agenda planning for Dec 10 Council Regular meeting – the last Council meeting of 2019, CONSENT: 2. Bid Solicitations/RFP $2,913,252, 3. 36-month contract $2,100,000 with option to extend 2 yrs, total $3,550,000 with First Alarm Security & Patrol, Inc. for Citywide Security Services, 4. 2020 Block Grant $266,863, 5. MOU with Alameda Co. $75,000 (revenue) for Winter Relief Program to provide homeless housing respite thru May 1, 2020, 6. Apply for Infill infrastructure Grant Funding, 7. Apply for State Funding No Place Like Home for Maudelle Miller Shirek Community at 2001 Ashby, 8. 2020 Health Plan Changes, 9. COBRA Administration $405,000, 10. Add $266,076 total $527,832 with ServiceNow, Inc to extend IT Software Licenses, 11. Waive Sanctuary City Ordinance (7,650-N.S.) for Berkeley Tuolumne Camp Reconstruction Contracts, 12. Increase Contract by $241,451 plus contingency $48,290, total $5,705,668 with Mar Con Builders, Inc for Live Oak Park Community Center Seismic Upgrade, 13. Add $2,900,000 total $7,200,000 with Siegel & Strain Architects for Tuolumne Camp Project, 14. 61-yr term lease agreement with 200 Marina Blvd, LLC for Doubletree Hotel, 15. Modification T1 Phase 1 Project List, 16. Make Telegraph Loading Zone and Parking Project permanent and establish similar loading zone and parking in all parking meter districts, 17. Purchase 9 Ford Super Duty F-Series Pick-up Trucks for $492,284 and $245,000 using Fleet Technologyto convert to plug in hybrid vehicles when commercially available, 19. Add $54,560 total $106,616 (total for 2 contracts) for Server Storage with Edgeworth Integration, LLC, 19. Contract add $131,556 total $557,553, to extend term by 3 years to June 30, 2026 with ABM Industries for purchase additional EV charging stations and maintenance, 20. Contract $3,821,569 includes $347,415 contingency for Sanitary Sewer Rehab and Replacement with Pacific Trenchless, Inc., 21. Contract $2,246,219 includes $204,202 contingency for Sanitary Sewer Rehab and Replacement with Precision Engineering, Inc., 22. Contract $3,654,358 includes 10% contingency with Cratus, Inc, for Sanitary Sewer Rehab and replacement, 23. Add $100,000 total $300,000 and extend term to Dec 31, 2022, with Du-All Safety LLC for Safety Consulting and Training Services, 25. Measure O Bond funding reservations $36,002,64026. Support for Non-Violent Activists and Protections of Animals in Commercial Operations, 27. Feb 2020 Black History Month discretionary funds, ACTION: 28. Local Hazard Mitigation Plan, 29. RPP (residential parking) 1500 Block of Lincoln, 30. Amend ADU ordinance to comply with new State Law and establish interim limits on development, 31. MOU between City of Berkeley and BART on implementation AB 2923 at Ashby and North Berkeley BART, Establish a Community Advisory Group (CAG) to provide inut to Planning Commission on zoning, the City and BART, 32. Update Telecom Ordinances, 33. Prohibit use of Cell Phones, email, Texting, Instant Messaging and Social Media by Council members during official City Meetings, , 34. Regulate Plastic Bags and Retail and Food Service Establishments, 35. Enroll all Eligible Berkeley residential and commercial EBCE accounts to Brilliant 100 (100% GHG free) enroll municipal EBCE accounts to Renewable 100 (100% renewable and 100% GHG free), 36. Bright Streets Initiative – paint all (except those done in last 3-yr) crosswalks, midlines, bike lanes, street markings, curbs and improve signage within 3-block radius of all public schools, 37. Refer to Zero Waste Compulsory Composting for compliance with SB 1383 for all businesses and residences and an Edible Food Recovery Program. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
- Community Environmental Advisory Commission – Tobacco Litter Subcommittee, 7 pm at 2000 University, Au Coquelet https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Community_Environmental_Advisory_Commission/
- Zero Waste Commission, 7 – 9 pm at 1326 Allston Way, Willow Room, City of Berkeley Corporation Yard, Agenda: 3. T1 Phase 1 update and Phase 2 Public Process, 4. Zero Waste Division Budget, 5. Zero Waste Metrics, 6. Creation of Design Guidelines for New Construction Subcommittee, 7. AB1080/SB54 CA https://www.cawrecycles.org/sb-54-ab-1080-bill-page Plastic Pollution Reduction Act phase out date 2030. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Zero_Waste_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Tax the Rich Rally, with music by Occupella, 4 – 5 pm (winter hours), at the Top of Solano in front of the Closed Oaks Theater, Rain Cancels
- No City meetings found
- No City meetings found
- Thanksgiving Holiday
- Berkeley City Government Holiday
- Protest Rally Toyota’s Decision to team up with Trump to weaken California’s car emissions standards, 3 – 4 pm, at 2400 Shattuck, Rain Cancels, can’t come call Toyota USA CEO Jim Lentz @ 800-331-4331
- No events found
- 350 Bay Area sponsored Action at Annual Auto Show, 1-3 pm, at Moscone Center in SF, FORD, BMW, HONDA and VW agreed to meet CA standards, GM, Fiat-Chrysler, Toyota, Nissan, Hyundai and Kia sided with Trump to oppose CA standards https://350bayarea.org/event/sfoautoshow
December 3 Regular Council Meeting, CONSENT: 2. Standby Officers, 3. $210,000 Public Art contract with Michael Arcega for San Pablo Park Measure T1, 4. $2,871,500 Formal bid solicitations and RFP, 5. $357,000 contract thru June 30,2021 with Berkeley Food & Housing Project for Berkeley Mental Health Flexible Spending Programs and Russell St Residence, 6. $68,442 thru June 30, 2020 contract with Bay Area Hearing Voices Network for Hearing Voices Support Group, 7. $100,000 contract amendment with Youth Spirit Artworks for Transition Age Youth Case Management and Linkage Services, 8. $450,000 contract for FY2020 with Trip Stop Sidewalk Repair, Inc for Sidewalk inspection and shaving services, 9. Add $220,000 to contract total $270,000 with David L. Silva d.b.a. Silva Business Consulting for real property management services, 10. Reimbursement Agreement with Wareham for City’s share of traffic signal at San Pablo and Dwight, 11. $10,260 tax refund to Bay Area Community Trust for renovation of 1638 Stuart and operation of property as affordable housing. 13. Reaffirm support for Artic National Wildlife Refuge and refrain from conducting business with companies that purchase, lease or develop oil fields within the Refuge, 14. Reappoint Dr. P. Robert Beatty to Co. Mosquito Abatement, 15. Oppose Transportation and Handling of Coal and Petcoke in our community, 16. Ordinance requiring Legal Rights for Legal Tender (accept cash), 18. Urge CPUC to address its failure of oversight and to transform PG&E into Mutual Benefit Corporation, ACTION: 19. 2nd reading 2019 CA Fire Code with Local Amendments, 20. 2nd reading Berkeley Building Codes, 21. Milvia Bikeway Project Conceptual Design, 22. Surveillance Technology Report, 23. City Council Rules of Procedure and Order Revisions, 24. FY 2019 Year-End Results and FY 1st Quarter Update, 25. FY 2020 Annual Appropriations, 26. goBerkeley Residential Shared Parking Pilot Project Update, 27. a.&b. Allocation Measure P Funds, 28. Fund and Implement Safe Passages Program – parking restrictions to ensure Emergency Equipment Access to all parts of the City. 29. a.&b. Taxi Scripts to residents of Pathways/STAIR, 30. a.&b. 5-yr Paving Plan 31. Multi-year Bidding Process for Street Paving,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/ContentDisplay.aspx?id=9868
_____________________
Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
0 Euclid – Berryman Reservoir TBD
2422 Fifth St - TBD
Remanded to ZAB or LPC With 90-Day Deadline
1155-73 Hearst (develop 2 parcels) – referred back to City Council – to be scheduled
Notice of Decision (NOD) With End of Appeal Period
999 Anthony 12-19-2019
1119 Arch 12-02-2019
1634 California 12-9-2019
3015 Dohr 12-5-2019
1449 Grizzly Peak 12-11-2019
2234 Haste 12-3-2019
2026 Los Angeles 12-02-2019
2965 Magnolia 12-9-2019
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
3020 College Ave (ZAB) 12-2-2019
2431 Fifth St (ZAB) 12-2-2019
2348 Hilgard (ZAB) 12-3-2019
1312 Josephine (ZAB) 12-3-2019
1581 Le Roy #LMSAP2019-0004 (LPO) (ZAB) 12-3-2019
2234 Haste #LMSAP@)!^-0002 (LPO)
WORKSHOPS
Jan 14 – Vision 2050, Civic Center Visioning, Systems Realignment
Feb 4 – Discussion of Community Poll (Ballot Measures), Adeline Corridor Plan
March 17 – CIP Update (PRW and Public Works), Measure T1 Update
May 5 – Budget Update, Crime Report
June 23 – Climate Action Plan/Resiliency Update, Digital Strategic Plan FUND$/Replacement Website Update
July 21 – no workshops scheduled “yet”
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Update goBerkeley (RPP)
BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry (November 2020)
_____________________
This meeting list is also posted in the Berkeley Daily Planet under activist’s calendar http://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
November 17 - November 24, 2019
Worth Noting:
Thanksgiving is November 28 and everything seems to be scheduled for the week of November 17 – 24 - City Council, Boards and Commissions, protest rallies, another Presidential Debate, and Impeachment Hearings.
Events
Sunday Nov 17 – Berkeley ½ Marathon, 5K, 10K – check street closures
Dredging the Bay for Crude Oil Tankers
Dredging the Bay information was updated after the November 13 Public Meeting. Letters are still accepted.
http://www.sunflower-alliance.org/the-army-corps-of-engineers-oily-sf-to-stockton-dredging-plan/
Petition in opposition to Dredging the Bay, Signatures still accepted
https://actionnetwork.org/petitions/dont-let-trump-and-his-oil-company-cronies-dredge-the-san-francisco-bay?source=direct_link&referrer=group-sunflower-alliance
Ongoing
Holiday Food Drive – November 1 – 29, daily from 8:30 a – 6 p, for more information https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=16299
Sunday, November 17, 2019
Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
0 Euclid – Berryman Reservoir TBD
Remanded to ZAB or LPC With 90-Day Deadline
1155-73 Hearst (develop 2 parcels) – referred back to City Council – to be scheduled
Notice of Decision (NOD) With End of Appeal Period
3020 Acton 11-18-2019
1119 Arch 12-02-2019
1634 California 12-9-2019
2801 Claremont 11-18-2019
3015 Dohr 12-5-2019
1225 Eighth 11-20-2019
2422 Fifth 11-19-2019
888 Indian Rock 11-18-2019
2026 Los Angeles 12-02-2019
1858 San Lorenzo 11-19-2019
2352 Shattuck 11-19-2019
1036 Sierra 11-25-2019
687 Spruce 11-20-2019
429 Vassar 11-26-19
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
LPO NOD 1581 Le Roy #LMSAP2019-0004
LPO NOD 2234 Haste #LMSAP@)!^-0002
WORKSHOPS
Jan 14 – Civic Center Visioning, Systems Realignment
Feb 4 – Discussion of Community Poll (Ballot Measures), Adeline Corridor Plan
March 17 –CIP Update (PRW and Public Works), Measure T1 Update
May 5 – Budget Update, Crime Report
June 23 – Climate Action Plan/Resiliency Update, Digital Strategic Plan FUND$/Replacement Website Update
July 21 – no workshops scheduled “yet”
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Vision 2050
Update goBerkeley (RPP)
BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry (November 2020)
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This meeting list is also posted in the Berkeley Daily Planet under activist’s calendar http://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
Worth Noting:
Thanksgiving is November 28 and everything seems to be scheduled for the week of November 17 – 24 - City Council, Boards and Commissions, protest rallies, another Presidential Debate, and Impeachment Hearings.
Events
Sunday Nov 17 – Berkeley ½ Marathon, 5K, 10K – check street closures
Dredging the Bay for Crude Oil Tankers
Dredging the Bay information was updated after the November 13 Public Meeting. Letters are still accepted.
http://www.sunflower-alliance.org/the-army-corps-of-engineers-oily-sf-to-stockton-dredging-plan/
Petition in opposition to Dredging the Bay, Signatures still accepted
https://actionnetwork.org/petitions/dont-let-trump-and-his-oil-company-cronies-dredge-the-san-francisco-bay?source=direct_link&referrer=group-sunflower-alliance
Ongoing
Holiday Food Drive – November 1 – 29, daily from 8:30 a – 6 p, for more information https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=16299
Sunday, November 17, 2019
- Berkeley Half Marathon – start 7:30 am – expected finish 12 pm, check link for street closures https://berkeleyhalfmarathon.com
- Agenda and Rules Committee, 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm, at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Room, Agenda Planning for December 3 Regular Council Meeting, CONSENT: 2. $210,000 Public Art contract with Michael Arcega for San Pablo Park Measure T1, 3. $2,871,500 Formal bid solicitations and RFP, 4. $357,000 contract thru June 30,2021 with Berkeley Food & Housing Project for Berkeley Mental Health Flexible Spending Programs and Russell St Residence, 5. $68,442 thru June 30, 2020 contract with Bay Area Hearing Voices Network for Hearing Voices Support Group, 6. $100,000 contract amendment with Youth Spirit Artworks for Transition Age Youth Case Management and Linkage Services, 7. 61 yr term contract with 200 Marina Blvd LLC for Doubletree Hotel and $3 million contribution by the LLC for Marina Street improvements, 8. $288,000/yr base rent10 yr lease agreement with two 5 yr options with Landry’s RUI, LLC for 200 Seawall Drive plus 3.5% for sales >$1,500,000 and up to $100,000/yr credit for first 10 years for specified building and parking lot maintenance, 9. $450,000 contract for FY2020 with Trip Stop Sidewalk Repair, Inc for Sidewalk inspection and shaving services, 10. Add $220,000 to contract total $270,000 with David L. Silva d.b.a. Silva Business Consulting for real property management services, 11. Reimbursement Agreement with Wareham for City’s share of traffic signal at San Pablo and Dwight, 12. $10,260 tax refund to Bay Area Community Trust for renovation of 1638 Stuart and operation of property as affordable housing. 14. Reaffirm support for Artic National Wildlife Refuge and refrain from conducting business with companies that purchase, lease or develop oil fields within the Refuge, 15. Ordinance requiring Legal Rights for Legal Tender (accept cash), ACTION: 2nd reading 2019 CA Fire Code with Local Amendments, 18. 2nd reading Berkeley Building Codes, 19. Milvia Bikeway Project Conceptual Design, 20. Standby Officers, 21. Fund and Implement Safe Passages Program – parking restrictions to ensure Emergency Equipment Access to all parts of the City. 22. a.&b. Taxi Scripts to residents of Pathways/STAIR, 23. a.&b. 5-yr Paving Plan 24. Multi-year Bidding Process for Street Paving, 25. Reappoint Dr. P. Robert Beatty to Co. Mosquito Abatement, 26. Short Term Referral to City Manager on how to establish New Dept: Climate Emergency Mobilization Dept (CEMD) within 90 days with oversight authority of existing departments and boards regarding planning and coordination of City’s response to climate change including public education and outreach, develop annual climate emissions budget and identify grant funding. 27. Ordinance to terminate sale of gasoline, diesel and natural gas passenger vehicles throughout the City of Berkeley by 2025. 28. Oppose Transportation and Handling of Coal and Petcoke in our community, 29. Urge CPUC to address its failure of oversight and to transform PG&E into Mutual Benefit Corporation. Agenda Policy Committee Agenda item 8. Discussion Rules of Procedure and Order. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
- City/UC/Student Relations Committee, 10 am - 12 pm, at 2465 Bancroft Way, Eshleman Hall, ASUC Senate Chamber, 5th Floor, Agenda: 4. Street Light Location Plan and Campus Safety, 5. Housing Update, 6. Southside Safety Plan, 7. Pedestrian Safety. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/City/UC/Student_Relations_Committee.aspx
- Children, Youth and Recreation Commission, 7 – 9 pm at 2800 Park St, Frances Albrier Community Center at San Pablo Park, Agenda: 9. Echo Lake Camp, 12. BUSD Special Taxes and Infrastructure Bond Measures https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Children_Youth_and_Recreation_Commission/
- Homeless Commission Encampment Subcommittee, 5 pm at 2000 University, Au Coquelet, Agenda: 5. Encampment Matrix, 7. Outdoor Emergency Shelter Recommendations https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Homeless_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Measure O Bond Oversight Committee, 2180 Milvia, 1st Floor, Cypress Room, Agenda: 5. Presentation and Discussion: Land Value Recapture, Affordable Housing and the Adeline Plan https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Measure_O_Bond_Oversight_Committee.aspx
- Tax the Rich Rally, with music by Occupella, 4 - 5 pm (winter hours) at the Top of Solano in front of the Closed Oaks Theater, Rain/Extreme Heat Cancels
- Berkeley City Council, 1231 Addison Street, BUSD Board Room,
- Closed Session, 5 pm, Pending Litigation 1444 Fifth St LLC v. City of Berkeley Alameda Co Superior Court #19032434
- Regular Meeting, 6:00 pm – 11:00 pm, Agenda: CONSENT: 2. $800,000 bid solicitations – Sanitary Sewer $500,000, Electrical $300,000, 3. Grant Submission to State for $284,463 Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention, 4. 2.5 hour Minimum Overtime Pay for Emergency Call Back in IT Dept., 6. Nominate North Berkeley BART Priority Development Area, 7. Contract $1,481,417 with Redgwick Construction Co. for Ninth Street Bicycle Pathway Extension Phase II, 7. Contract add $50,000 total $200,000 with HF&H Consultants LLC for Development In-house Commercial Hauling System, 8. Add $50,000 total $200,000 for study of City Providing Commercial Collection Services, 9. $2,348,732.70 purchase seven 25-yard Heavy Duty Rear Loading Collection Trucks, 10. $1,110,000 to purchase five 2020 North Star 155-1 Ambulances and dispose 3 Freightliner and 2 International ambulances by public auction. 11. Declaration Homeless Shelter Crisis, 12. Letter to Richmond City Council, CA EPA and CA Department of Toxics (DTSC) concerning recent action of cleaning up AstraZeneca Site Near Berkeley, 13. Budget Referral $15,000 BigBelly Trash Receptacles in Ohlone Park, 14. Referral to City Manager Amnesty Program for Undocumented Secondary Units, ACTION: A. Council Rules of Procedure and Order Revisions, 15. Budget Update, 16. FY 2020 Annual Appropriations Ordinance, 18. a.&b. Recommendations Allocations Measure P Funds, 19. Short term Referral Process, 20. goBerkeley Residential Shared Parking Pilot Project Update, 21. Short term Revenue Allocations for Civic Arts and Affordable Housing Trust Fund, 22. Modernized Contract Registration Workflow. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
- Planning Commission Zoning Ordinance Revision Project Subcommittee, 7 – 9 pm at 1947 Center, Agenda: 5. Commercial and Manufacturing Chapters https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Solano Avenue Business Improvement District Advisory Board, 11 am, 1821 Catalina Ave, Thousand Oaks Baptist Church, Agenda: 4. A. Downtown Streets Team Contract Task review, b. Event Funding, 6. Solano Study, 7. Security camera research report. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Solano_BID_Board.aspx
- Islamophobia Awareness Workshop, 1 - 3 pm, 1947 Center, Basement https://www.facebook.com/events/2567177730039655/
- Animal Care Commission, 7 – 9 pm at 1 Bolivar Drive, Berkeley Animal Shelter, Agenda: V.a. Increase of number of dogs per commercial dog walker from 4 to 6, b. Enforcement Off Leash Boundary Areas at Cesar Chavez Park, c. Large Dog Exercise Area in Aquatic Park, VI. a Spring Loaded Traps (snap traps) for rodent control and associated risks for pets and children https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Animal_Care_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Civic Arts Commission, 6 – 8 pm at 1901 Russell St, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library, Agenda: 8. Presentation: Update T1 Bond Program https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CivicArtsCommissionHomepage/
- Commission on Aging, 1 – 3 pm at 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: 7. PG&E shutoff https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Aging_Homepage.aspx
- Commission on Labor, 7 – 9 pm at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: 4.1. Local Construction Workforce Development, 2. Fair Workweek Requirements, 3. Paid Family Leave, 4. Equal Pay Independent audit, 5. Race Wage Gap report, 6. BTF (teachers) and BUSD contract negotiations update, 7. Homeless Youth Policy https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Labor_Homepage.aspx
- Human Welfare & Community Action Commission, 7 – 9 pm at 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: 2. 2020 Block Grant Funding, 4. McGee Ave. Baptist Church Food Program, 7. Gentrification Presentation, 11. Disabled Accessibility in High-density corridors, 13. Charging stations, 14. Encampments proposal https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Human_Welfare_and_Community_Action_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Presidential Debate, 6 pm on MSNBC.com, washingtonpost.com, SiriusXM 118 and TuneIn
- City Council Land Use, Housing & Economic Development Committee, 10:30 am, at 2180 Milvia, 1st Floor, Cypress Room, 2. Bi-Annual Report on Housing Program Funding, 3. Disposition 1631 and 1654 Fifth St, 4. Require 20% Inclusionary Affordable Units in Housing Projects in Opportunity Zones, 5. Proposed Formula Retail Chain Store Regulations. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Land_Use,_Housing___Economic_Development.aspx
- City Council Facilities, Infrastructure, Transportation, Environment & Sustainability Committee, 2 pm, at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, Redwood Room, Agenda: 3. Traffic Circle Policy (new trees) and Stewardship Program, 3. Kitchen Exhaust Ventilation, 5. Electric Moped Franchise Agreement https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Facilities,_Infrastructure,_Transportation,_Environment,___Sustainability.aspx
- Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board, 7 – 11 pm, 1231 Addison St, BUSD, Agenda: 7. Appeal 8 pm, 1659 Arch, 8. Appeal 8:30 pm 2019 Delaware. http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
- Community Health Commission, 6:30 – 9 pm at 2939 Ellis St. South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda not posted, check before going https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Community_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Design Review Committee, 7 – 10 pm at 1947 Center St, Basement Multi-purpose Room,
- 2099 MLK Jr Way – demolish 1-story auto service building and construct 7-story, 69 ft, 62,419 sq ft mixed-use building with 72 units (including 5 very low income) 12 parking spaces, 2448 q ft retail, Advisory Comments
- 2542 Durant – demolish parking lot at 25 42 & 2538 Durant and construct 5-story mixed use building with 32 units and ground level commercial space, Committee Decision
- 1835 San Pablo – demolish existing 1-story commercial building and construct 6-story mixed use building with 99 units (including 7 very low income) and 2 live/work, stacked parking for 49 autos, secure storage 92 bicycles, Majority Recommendations https://www.cityofberkeley.info/designreview/
- Fair Campaign Practices Commission, 7 pm at 2180 Milvia, 1st Floor, Cypress Room, Agenda: 6. Codifying Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) to contribution limits. http://www.cityofberkeley.info/FCPC/
- Open Government Commission, 7:30 at 2180 Milvia, Cypress Room, Agenda: 6. Council Rules and Procedure related to public comment recommend min 2 minutes max 4 minutes – if number of speakers so large as to prevent essential city business then the item can be moved to a special meeting, 7. Rules and Procedure related to public procedure to remove item from consent if 5 or more members of the public request a move to action, 8. Lobbyist Registration Act, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/opengovermentcommission/
- Parks and Waterfront Commission Subcommittee on Capital Projects, 10 – 11 am, at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, Redwood Room, Agenda: T1 https://www.cityofberkeley.info/opengovermentcommission/
- Planning Commission Adeline Corridor Specific Plan Subcommittee, 7 – 10 pm at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Feedback proposed plan https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Sugar-Sweetened Beverage Product Panel of Experts, 6:30 – 9 pm at 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: 3. Healthy Checkout Policy https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Sugar-Sweetened_Beverage_Product_Panel_of_Experts.aspx
- Transportation Commission, 7 – 10 pm at 1326 Allston Way, Corp Yard, Building A Willow Room, Agenda: 1. T1, 2. Vision Zero Action Plan, 3. Railroad Quiet Zone Project https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Transportation_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Community Meeting: King School Park Tot Lot Reconstruction Project, 6 – 7:30 pm at 1710 The Alameda, North Branch Library https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=16369
- City Council Budget & Finance Committee, 2 – 4 pm, at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Room, meeting listed on community calendar, but not on Policy Committee website, check before going 510.981.6608 https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Budget___Finance.aspx
- Cheryl Davila Open Office Hours, 3 - 5 pm, at 2501 San Pablo, Le Pho Vietnamese Restaurant
- Protest Rally Toyota’s Decision to team up with Trump to weaken California’s car emissions standards, 3 – 5 pm, at 2400 Shattuck, can’t come call Toyota USA CEO Jim Lentz @ 800-331-4331
- Rally for Housing Justice, 5 - 7 pm, at 1685 Solano, Tenants in 13-unit building fighting Ellis Act eviction https://www.facebook.com/events/2403496759913085/
- 350 Bay Area Hub meeting, 8:45 am – 11 am, at 971 Tulare
- No City meetings or events found
Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
0 Euclid – Berryman Reservoir TBD
Remanded to ZAB or LPC With 90-Day Deadline
1155-73 Hearst (develop 2 parcels) – referred back to City Council – to be scheduled
Notice of Decision (NOD) With End of Appeal Period
3020 Acton 11-18-2019
1119 Arch 12-02-2019
1634 California 12-9-2019
2801 Claremont 11-18-2019
3015 Dohr 12-5-2019
1225 Eighth 11-20-2019
2422 Fifth 11-19-2019
888 Indian Rock 11-18-2019
2026 Los Angeles 12-02-2019
1858 San Lorenzo 11-19-2019
2352 Shattuck 11-19-2019
1036 Sierra 11-25-2019
687 Spruce 11-20-2019
429 Vassar 11-26-19
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
LPO NOD 1581 Le Roy #LMSAP2019-0004
LPO NOD 2234 Haste #LMSAP@)!^-0002
WORKSHOPS
Jan 14 – Civic Center Visioning, Systems Realignment
Feb 4 – Discussion of Community Poll (Ballot Measures), Adeline Corridor Plan
March 17 –CIP Update (PRW and Public Works), Measure T1 Update
May 5 – Budget Update, Crime Report
June 23 – Climate Action Plan/Resiliency Update, Digital Strategic Plan FUND$/Replacement Website Update
July 21 – no workshops scheduled “yet”
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Vision 2050
Update goBerkeley (RPP)
BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry (November 2020)
_____________________
This meeting list is also posted in the Berkeley Daily Planet under activist’s calendar http://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
November 10 - November 17, 2019
Worth Noting:
Petitions
Sunday, November 10, 2019
City Council November 19 Regular Meeting, email comments to [email protected],
CONSENT: 2. $800,000 bid solicitations – Sanitary Sewer $500,000, Electrical $300,000, 3. Grant Submission to State for $284,463 Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention, 4. 2.5 hour Minimum Overtime Pay for Emergency Call Back in IT Dept., 6. Nominate North Berkeley BART Priority Development Area, 7. Contract $1,481,417 with Redgwick Construction Co. for Ninth Street Bicycle Pathway Extension Phase II, 7. Contract add $50,000 total $200,000 with HF&H Consultants LLC for Development In-house Commercial Hauling System, 8. Add $50,000 total $200,000 for study of City Providing Commercial Collection Services, 9. $2,348,732.70 purchase seven 25-yard Heavy Duty Rear Loading Collection Trucks, 10. $1,110,000 to purchase five 2020 North Star 155-1 Ambulances and dispose 3 Freightliner and 2 International ambulances by public auction. 11. Declaration Homeless Shelter Crisis, 12. Letter to Richmond City Council, CA EPA and CA Department of Toxics (DTSC) concerning recent action of cleaning up AstraZeneca Site Near Berkeley, 13. Budget Referral $15,000 BigBelly Trash Receptacles in Ohlone Park, 14. Referral to City Manager Amnesty Program for Undocumented Secondary Units, ACTION: 15. Budget Update, 16. FY 2020 Annual Appropriations Ordinance, 18. a.&b. Recommendations Allocations Measure P Funds, 19. Short term Referral Process, 20. goBerkeley Residential Shared Parking Pilot Project Update, 21. Short term Revenue Allocations for Civic Arts and Affordable Housing Trust Fund, 22. Modernized Contract Registration Workflow.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
0 Euclid – Berryman Reservoir TBD
2701 Shattuck 11-12-2019
Remanded to ZAB or LPC With 90-Day Deadline
1155-73 Hearst (develop 2 parcels) – referred back to City Council – to be scheduled
Notice of Decision (NOD) With End of Appeal Period
3020 Acton 11-18-2019
1119 Arch 12-02-2019
2410 Blake 11-11-19
2801 Claremont 11-18-2019
3108 Deakin 11-12-2019
1225 Eighth 11-20-2019
2422 Fifth 11-19-2019
888 Indian Rock 11-18-2019
2026 Los Angeles 12-02-2019
1858 San Lorenzo 11-19-2019
2352 Shattuck 11-19-2019
1036 Sierra 11-25-2019
687 Spruce 11-20-2019
2110 Vine 11-12-2019
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
WORKSHOPS
Jan 14 – Civic Center Visioning, Systems Realignment
Feb 4 – Discussion of Community Poll (Ballot Measures), Adeline Corridor Plan
March 17 –CIP Update (PRW and Public Works), Measure T1 Update
May 5 – Budget Update, Crime Report
June 23 – Climate Action Plan/Resiliency Update, Digital Strategic Plan FUND$/Replacement Website Update
July 21 – no workshops scheduled “yet”
Unscheduled – Cannabis Health Considerations
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Vision 2050
Update goBerkeley (RPP)
BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry (November 2020)
_____________________
This meeting list is also posted in the Berkeley Daily Planet under activist’s calendar http://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
Worth Noting:
Petitions
- Petition to Save Traffic Circle Trees- sign by November 11, (Meeting Nov12) https://www.change.org/p/berkeley-city-council-grandfather-in-existing-traffic-circle-trees-ee3dbcc2-69b1-41d5-83a8-dd86a94ece3b
- Petition in opposition to Dredging the Bay, sign by November 12 (meeting Nov 13) https://actionnetwork.org/petitions/dont-let-trump-and-his-oil-company-cronies-dredge-the-san-francisco-bay?source=direct_link&referrer=group-sunflower-alliance
- Sunday Nov 17 – Berkeley ½ Marathon, 5K, 10K – check street closures
- Holiday Food Drive – November 1 – 29, daily from 8:30 a – 6 p, for more information https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=16299
- November 19 Regular City Council meeting with agenda highlights and links follows list of weekly meetings
Sunday, November 10, 2019
- No City meetings or events found
- Tax the Rich Rally, with music by Occupella, 4 - 5 pm (winter hours) at the Top of Solano in front of the Closed Oaks Theater, Rain/Extreme Heat Cancels
- Berkeley City Council, 1231 Addison Street, BUSD Board Room,
- Special Meeting on Traffic Circles, 4:00 pm, Agenda: 1.a.& b. Task Force Recommendations, City Traffic Circle Planting Policies https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2019/11_Nov/City_Council__11-12-2019_-_Special_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
- Regular Meeting, 6:00 pm – 11:00 pm, Agenda: Agenda: CONSENT: 2. $40,093,600Bid solicitations, 4. Contract $392,778 with BUSD for providing Mental Health Services in school programs, 6. Ordinance - Adopting more stringent building standards, 7. Companion Report Recommendations for Fossil Free Berkeley, 8. Contracts $600,000 in total for On-call Environmental Services, 9. Final Map - Approval to make 2747 San Pablo a 42 unit condo project, 10. Stop Sign Warrant Policy, 11. Support SB 378 PG&E shutoffs, 12. Budget Referral $250,000 environmental review and zoning planning for Ashby and North Berkeley BART, 13. Modifying Appointments to City Council Standing Policy Committees, 14. Support Impeachment, 15. $210,000 renovation Drop-In Center, 16. . $10,582 Community Gardening Collaborative, 17. $75,000 pedestrian and bike safety Oxford St, 18. Request for Information: Police Dispatch, 19. Budget Referral Expansion Homeless Navigation Facilities and Programs – 3rd Sleeping Unit – dollar amount not given in agenda documents, 20. Budget Referral $550,000 Wildfire Mitigation, ACTION: 21. goBerkeley North Shattuck, 22. Local Fire Code Amendments, 23. Public Hearing Approval of Bond for (affordable housing) 1601 Oxford (SAHA or affiliate), 24. ZAB Appeal 2701 Shattuck, 25. 1281 University to house up to 8-10 RV dwellers, 26. Revisions to Council Rules of Procedure, 27. Lava Mae Mobile Shower and Hygiene Services, 28. Wage Theft Prevention, 29. Address Traffic Enforcement and Bicycle Safety, 30. Surveillance Technology Report, 31. Energy Commission Recommendations for Fossil Free Berkeley, 32. Bird Safety Requirements, 33. Budget Referral Transportation support for mobility impaired homeless who are engaged in rehousing or other services. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2019/11_Nov/City_Council__11-12-2019_-_Regular_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
- Youth Commission, 6:30 pm at 1730 Oregon St, Martin Luther King Jr. Youth Services Center, Agenda: 8. Family Homelessness https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Youth_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Homeless Commission, 7 – 9 pm at 2180 Milvia, 1st Floor Cypress Room, Agenda: 5. Presentation Megan Prier study on Berkeley Water, Access, Sanitation, Hygiene Assessment https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Homeless_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Parks and Waterfront Commission, 7 – 9 pm at 2800 Park St, Frances Albrier Community Center, Agenda: 9. Presentation on Adopt-a-Spot & 10. Action, 12. Presentation Pollinator Pathway, 15. Citywide Restroom Study/Master Plan, 16. Aquatic Park, 17. Marina Streets https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Parks_and_Waterfront_Commission.aspx
- Police Review Commission, at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda:
- Lexipol Policies Subcommittee, 5:30 pm, Agenda: Policy review Officer Involved Shooting
- Regular Meeting, 7 – 10 pm, Agenda: 10. Consider Revision to BPD Policy on questioning detainees about probation or parole status and conducting searches of detainees https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Public Meeting San Francisco to Stockton Dredging Plan to Increase Crude Oil Tankers, 6 – 8 pm, 2935 Pinole Valley Rd, Pinole Public Library, Pinole, Agenda: Corps of Engineers Dredging Plan to enable greater amounts of crude tankers to travel to and from Bay Area Refineries, Contra Costa County and the Western States Petroleum Agency are project partners. http://www.sunflower-alliance.org/army-corps-of-engineers-oily-dredging-plan/
- Forum with Nancy Skinner, Buffy Wicks, 6 – 8 pm, 2050 Center, Berkeley City College, Agenda: How to Save the World With Local Politics, climate change, air pollution, traffic fatalities https://www.eventbrite.com/e/how-to-save-the-world-with-local-politics-tickets-73624295249?aff=northberkeleynow
- City Council Budget & Finance Committee, 2 pm, at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Room, Agenda: 2. FY 2019 Year End Results, FY 2020 First Quarter Update, including Gerneral Fund Reserves, Mayor’s Supplemental Budget Recommendations, Council’s Budget Referrals to be considered, 3. FY 2020 Annual Appropriations Ordinance - $136,730,924, 4. Review of Fiscal Policies https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Budget___Finance.aspx
- Community Environmental Advisory Commission, 7 – 9 pm at 1901 Russell St, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library, Agenda: I. Prohibition of Combustion Vehicles by 2045, III. Aquatic Park Maintenance https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Community_Environmental_Advisory_Commission/
- Zoning Adjustment Board, 7 pm at 1231 Addison St, BUSD Board Room, http://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
- 2528-B Durant – add distilled spirits – continue off calendar
- 3020 College – expand 3-story, 3902 sq ft existing building that exceeds maximum density, add roof deck, on consent
- 2348 Hilgard - construct 25 sq ft ground floor addition, on consent
- 2431 Fifth St / 2424 Sixth St – convert existing 31,420 sq ft building from 2 tenant spaces to 3, 10,803 sq ft light manufacturing and 2502 sq ft wholesale trade use in 2 of 3 tenant spaces, on consent
- 2128 Ward – add 2-story 2567 sq ft duplex on 10,088 sq ft lot with existing 2-story 2697 sq ft duplex, reduce required building separations, allow 4 required parking spaces,
- 1312 Josephine – legalize 65 sq ft balcony on existing 3-story, 8 unit 5796 sq ft building, increasing lot coverage to 50.5% where 35% is allowed
- 2099 MLK Jr Way – Project Preview – demolish 1-story auto service building and construct 62,419 sq ft, 7-story 69 ft tall, mixed-use with 72 dwellings (including 5 very low income dwellings), 12 parking spaces, 38 bicycle spaces
- No City meetings or events found
- Adeline Corridor Community Meeting, 10 am – 1 pm, 3201 Adeline, Black Repertory Group Theater https://www.cityofberkeley.info/AdelineCorridor/
- Community Meeting: Ohlone Park Improvements, 10 am – 12 pm, 2180 Milvia, 1st Floor, Cypress Room https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=16348
- Berkeley Half Marathon – start 7:30 am – expected finish 12 pm, check link for street closures https://berkeleyhalfmarathon.com
City Council November 19 Regular Meeting, email comments to [email protected],
CONSENT: 2. $800,000 bid solicitations – Sanitary Sewer $500,000, Electrical $300,000, 3. Grant Submission to State for $284,463 Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention, 4. 2.5 hour Minimum Overtime Pay for Emergency Call Back in IT Dept., 6. Nominate North Berkeley BART Priority Development Area, 7. Contract $1,481,417 with Redgwick Construction Co. for Ninth Street Bicycle Pathway Extension Phase II, 7. Contract add $50,000 total $200,000 with HF&H Consultants LLC for Development In-house Commercial Hauling System, 8. Add $50,000 total $200,000 for study of City Providing Commercial Collection Services, 9. $2,348,732.70 purchase seven 25-yard Heavy Duty Rear Loading Collection Trucks, 10. $1,110,000 to purchase five 2020 North Star 155-1 Ambulances and dispose 3 Freightliner and 2 International ambulances by public auction. 11. Declaration Homeless Shelter Crisis, 12. Letter to Richmond City Council, CA EPA and CA Department of Toxics (DTSC) concerning recent action of cleaning up AstraZeneca Site Near Berkeley, 13. Budget Referral $15,000 BigBelly Trash Receptacles in Ohlone Park, 14. Referral to City Manager Amnesty Program for Undocumented Secondary Units, ACTION: 15. Budget Update, 16. FY 2020 Annual Appropriations Ordinance, 18. a.&b. Recommendations Allocations Measure P Funds, 19. Short term Referral Process, 20. goBerkeley Residential Shared Parking Pilot Project Update, 21. Short term Revenue Allocations for Civic Arts and Affordable Housing Trust Fund, 22. Modernized Contract Registration Workflow.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
0 Euclid – Berryman Reservoir TBD
2701 Shattuck 11-12-2019
Remanded to ZAB or LPC With 90-Day Deadline
1155-73 Hearst (develop 2 parcels) – referred back to City Council – to be scheduled
Notice of Decision (NOD) With End of Appeal Period
3020 Acton 11-18-2019
1119 Arch 12-02-2019
2410 Blake 11-11-19
2801 Claremont 11-18-2019
3108 Deakin 11-12-2019
1225 Eighth 11-20-2019
2422 Fifth 11-19-2019
888 Indian Rock 11-18-2019
2026 Los Angeles 12-02-2019
1858 San Lorenzo 11-19-2019
2352 Shattuck 11-19-2019
1036 Sierra 11-25-2019
687 Spruce 11-20-2019
2110 Vine 11-12-2019
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
WORKSHOPS
Jan 14 – Civic Center Visioning, Systems Realignment
Feb 4 – Discussion of Community Poll (Ballot Measures), Adeline Corridor Plan
March 17 –CIP Update (PRW and Public Works), Measure T1 Update
May 5 – Budget Update, Crime Report
June 23 – Climate Action Plan/Resiliency Update, Digital Strategic Plan FUND$/Replacement Website Update
July 21 – no workshops scheduled “yet”
Unscheduled – Cannabis Health Considerations
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Vision 2050
Update goBerkeley (RPP)
BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry (November 2020)
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This meeting list is also posted in the Berkeley Daily Planet under activist’s calendar http://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
Worth Noting and Showing Up:
November 3 - November 10, 2019 Berkeley City Meetings and Public Hearings
Public Restroom Study meetings: Ever need to use a restroom and can’t find one then attend either Tuesday morning or Wednesday evening meeting, details below
Tuesday – City Council – Presentation on new recycling center at 2nd and Gilman, Documents are several hundred pages, attend the presentation if you can.
Holiday Food Drive – November 1 – 29, daily from 8:30 a – 6 p, for more information https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=16299
Plan Ahead:
November 12, 4 pm – Special City Council Meeting on Traffic Circles, link to sign petition to save Traffic Circle Trees, https://www.change.org/p/berkeley-city-council-grandfather-in-existing-traffic-circle-trees-ee3dbcc2-69b1-41d5-83a8-dd86a94ece3b
Agenda highlights and links for the November 12 regular City Council meeting follow list of weekly meetings
November 13, 6 – 8 pm, Pinole, Public Meeting on Corps of Engineers Dredging Plan to enable greater amounts of crude tankers to travel to and from Bay Area Refineries, https://350bayarea.org/event/public-meeting-on-corps-of-engineers-oily-sf-to-stockton-dredging-plan
Sunday, November 3, 2019
End of Daylight Savings Time – “fall back” 1hour.
Monday, November 4, 2019
2x2 Committee, 8:30 – 10 am, at 2020 Bonor Street, Room 126, Berkeley Unified School District, Agenda: 5. MOU joint properties, 6. Affordable Housing, 7. Oxford Geological Study, 8. 2020 March & November Ballot Measures
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/2x2_Committee_Homepage.aspx
Ground Breaking Ceremony at Live Oak Community Center, 11 am – 12 pm,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=16340
City Council Public Safety Committee, 10:30 am, 2180 Milvia, 1st Floor Cypress Room, Agenda: Discussion items for future agendas
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Public_Safety.aspx
Agenda and Rules Committee, 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm, at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Room, Agenda Planning for November 19 City Council Regular Meeting. Highlights of agenda follow list of meetings,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
Commission on the Status of Women – Santa Rita Jail Subcommittee, 6:45 – 8 pm at 2000 University, Au Coquelet
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_the_Status_of_Women_Homepage.aspx
Peace and Justice Commission, 7 pm at 2180 Milvia, 1st Floor Cypress Room, Agenda: 11. Council Proposal to modify role of commissions, 13. Socially Responsible Investments
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Peace_and_Justice_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Tax the Rich Rally, with music by Occupella, 4 - 5 pm at the Top of Solano in front of the Closed Oaks Theater, (Rain/Smoke/Extreme Weather Cancels)
Tuesday, November 5, 2019
Community Meeting: Citywide Restroom Study, 10 –11:30 am at 2442 Telegraph, Café Mezzo
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=16322
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board, 2001 Center, 2nd Floor, Law Library
5 pm, Eviction/Section 8/Foreclosure Committee, Agenda: 5. Measure AA Report (owner move-in law)7. STAIRS Program
6 pm, Habitable and Sustainable Committee, Agenda: 5. Solar Cost Sharing, 6. Car Chargers, 7. Installation of dishwashers
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Berkeley City Council, Tuesday, 6:00 pm, 1231 Addison Street, BUSD Board Room, Agenda: Worksession 1. Solid Waste and Recycling Transfer Station Feasibility Study Presentation, 2. Development Vision Zero Action Plan - background - March 27, 2018 referral from Council to City Manager & Transportation Commission to develop implementation plan to eliminate all traffic (pedestrian, bicycle, vehicle) related fatalities to zero, 14. Support Impeachment Resolution,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2019/11_Nov/City_Council__11-05-2019_-_Special_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
Loan Administration Board, 4 pm, at 2180 Milvia, Room, 1st Floor Cypress Room, Agenda: B. State of Revolving Loan Fund, C. East Bay Media Center – loan modification request
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Loan_Admin_Board.aspx
Wednesday, November 6, 2019
Board of Library Trustees, 6:30 pm at 1901 Russell St, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch, Agenda: II. G. Library Response to Air Quality Events (AQI score > 150 ) – open Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library for at least 4 hours on Sundays
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
Commission on Disability, 6:30 – 9 pm at 1947 Center, Multi-purpose Room, Agenda: 2. Presentation – Easy Does It, 3. Wildfires and Outages, 9. Elevator Ordinance, 10. New Construction & Renovations Accessibility Guidelines and Regulations
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Disability_Homepage.aspx
Homeless Services Panel of Experts, 7 pm at 2180 Milvia, 1st Floor Cypress Room, Agenda: 9. Sanctioned Encampments, 10. Measure P Recommendations
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Homeless_Services_Panel_of_Experts.aspx
Planning Commission, 7 – 10 pm at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: 9. Public Hearing: Land Hazard Mitigation Plan – https://www.cityofberkeley.info/mitigation/ 10.Transportation Impact Fee, 11. 2019 CA Housing Legislation
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Community Meeting: Citywide Restroom Study, 6 – 7:30 pm at 1720 8th Street, James Kenney Recreation Center, 2nd Floor, Last of four meetings on public restrooms
Thursday, November 7, 2019
City Council Land Use, Housing & Economic Development Committee, 10:30 am, at 2180 Milvia, Room, 1st Floor Cypress Room, 2. Legal Rights for Legal Tender (cash), 3. Fair Access to Housing, 4. Bi-Annual Report on Funding for Housing (HAC), 5. Disposition 1631& 1654 Fifth Street, 6. Inclusionary Units in Qualified Opportunity Zones, 7. Proposed Formula Retail (Chain Store) Regulations
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Land_Use,_Housing___Economic_Development.aspx
City Council Facilities, Infrastructure, Transportation, Environment & Sustainability Committee, 2 pm, at 2180 Milvia, Redwood Room, 6th Floor, Agenda: 3. Kitchen Exhaust Ventilation, 3. Multi-year Bidding Process for Street Paving
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Facilities,_Infrastructure,_Transportation,_Environment,___Sustainability.aspx
Cannabis Commission, 2 – 4 pm, at 2180 Milvia St, 6th Floor,
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/MedicalCannabis/
Housing Advisory Commission, 7 – 9 pm at 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: 5. Public Hearing Community Needs, 6. Public Hearing Regional Analysis of Impediments, 9. T1, 12. Affordable Housing Framework, 14. Update State Housing Law
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Housing_Advisory_Commission/
Landmarks Preservation Commission, 7 – 11:30 pm at 1947 Center St, Multipurpose Room, Basement, Agenda: 5. A. pending City agreement with State Historic Resources Commission, B. T1, D. Demolition 2650 Telegraph, 6. 1120 Second Street Wireless telecommunications facility
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/landmarkspreservationcommission/
Public Works Commission, 7 – 10 pm at 1326 Allston Way, Willow Room, City of Berkeley Corporation Yard, No agenda posted, check before going
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Public_Works_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Community Meeting: Grove Park Renovation Project, 6 – 7:30 pm at 1730 Oregon, MLK, Jr. Youth Center, Agenda: Grove Park Field Renovation
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=16342
Friday, November 8, 2019
Reduced City Service Day
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/IT/Holiday_and_Reduced_Service_Days.aspx
Saturday, November 9, 2019
No city events found
350 Bay Area Hub meeting 8:45 am – 11 am, at 971 Tulare
Sunday, November 10, 2019
No city events found
Agenda Committee November 4, Planning for Council November 19, CONSENT: 2. $800,000 bid solicitations, 3. Grant Submission to State for $284,463 Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention, , 5. Nominate North Berkeley BART Priority Development Area, 6. Contract $1,481,417 with Redgwick Construction Co. for Ninth Street Bicycle Pathway Extension Phase II, 7. Contract add $50,000 total $200,000 with HF&H Consultants LLC for Development In-house Commercial Hauling System, 8. $2,348,732.70 purchase seven 25-yard Heavy Duty Rear Loading Collection Trucks, 9. $1,110,000 to purchase five 2020 North Star 155-1 Ambulances and dispose 3 Freightliner and 2 International ambulances by public auction. 10. Budget Referral $15,000 BigBelly Trash Receptacles in Ohlone Park, 11. Referral to City Manager Amnesty Program for Undocumented Secondary Units, ACTION: 12. Budget Update, 13. FY 2020 Annual Appropriations Ordinance, 14. goBerkeley Residential Shared Parking Pilot Project Update, 15. a.&b. Recommendations Allocations Measure P Funds, 16. Declaration Homeless Shelter Crisis, 17. Letter to Richmond City Council, CA EPA and CA Department of Toxics (DTSC) concerning recent action of cleaning up AstraZeneca Site Near Berkeley, 18. Cannabis Cryptocurrency Tax, 19. Referral Electric Moped Ride-Share Franchise Agreement,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
City Council November 12, Regular meeting agenda, email comments to [email protected],
Agenda: CONSENT: 2. $40,093,600Bid solicitations, 4. Contract $392,778 with BUSD for providing Mental Health Services in school programs, 6. Ordinance - Adopting more stringent building standards, 7. Companion Report Recommendations for Fossil Free Berkeley, 8. Contracts $600,000 in total for On-call Environmental Services, 9. Final Map - Approval to make 2747 San Pablo a 42 unit condo project, 10. Stop Sign Warrant Policy, 11. Support SB 378 PG&E shutoffs, 12. Budget Referral $250,000 environmental review and zoning planning for Ashby and North Berkeley BART, 13. Modifying Appointments to City Council Standing Policy Committees, 15. $210,000 renovation Drop-In Center, 16. . $10,582 Community Gardening Collaborative, 17. $75,000 pedestrian and bike safety Oxford St, 18. Request for Information: Police Dispatch, 19. Budget Referral Expansion Homeless Navigation Facilities and Programs – 3rd Sleeping Unit – dollar amount not given in agenda documents, 20. Budget Referral $550,000 Wildfire Mitigation, ACTION: 21. goBerkeley North Shattuck, 22. Local Fire Code Amendments, 23. Public Hearing Approval of Bond for (affordable housing) 1601 Oxford (SAHA or affiliate), 24. ZAB Appeal 2701 Shattuck, 25. 1281 University to house up to 8-10 RV dwellers, 26. Revisions to Council Rules of Procedure, 27. Lava Mae Mobile Shower and Hygiene Services, 28. Wage Theft Prevention, 29. Address Traffic Enforcement and Bicycle Safety, 30. Surveillance Technology Report, 31. Energy Commission Recommendations for Fossil Free Berkeley, 32. Bird Safety Requirements, 33. Budget Referral Transportation support for mobility impaired homeless who are engaged in rehousing or other services.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2019/11_Nov/City_Council__11-12-2019_-_Regular_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
0 Euclid – Berryman Reservoir TBD
2701 Shattuck 11-12-2019
Remanded to ZAB or LPC With 90-Day Deadline
1155-73 Hearst (develop 2 parcels) – referred back to City Council – to be scheduled
Notice of Decision (NOD) With End of Appeal Period
3020 Acton 11-18-2019
2410 Blake 11-11-2019
2801 Claremont 11-18-2019
3108 Deakin 11-12-2019
1225 Eighth 11-20-2019
888 Indian Rock 11-18-2019
1858 San Lorenzo 11-19-2019
1036 Sierra 11-25-2019
687 Spruce 11-20-2019
2110 Vine 11-12-2019
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
WORKSHOPS
Nov 5 - Transfer Station Feasibility Study, Vision Zero Action Plan,
Jan 14 – Civic Center Visioning, Systems Realignment
Feb 4 – Discussion of Community Poll (Ballot Measures), Adeline Corridor Plan
March 17 –CIP Update (PRW and Public Works), Measure T1 Update
May 5 – Budget Update, Crime Report
June 23 – Climate Action Plan/Resiliency Update, Digital Strategic Plan FUND$/Replacement Website Update
July 21 – no workshops scheduled “yet”
Unscheduled – Cannabis Health Considerations
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Vision 2050
Update goBerkeley (RPP)
BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry (November 2020)
November 3 - November 10, 2019 Berkeley City Meetings and Public Hearings
Public Restroom Study meetings: Ever need to use a restroom and can’t find one then attend either Tuesday morning or Wednesday evening meeting, details below
Tuesday – City Council – Presentation on new recycling center at 2nd and Gilman, Documents are several hundred pages, attend the presentation if you can.
Holiday Food Drive – November 1 – 29, daily from 8:30 a – 6 p, for more information https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=16299
Plan Ahead:
November 12, 4 pm – Special City Council Meeting on Traffic Circles, link to sign petition to save Traffic Circle Trees, https://www.change.org/p/berkeley-city-council-grandfather-in-existing-traffic-circle-trees-ee3dbcc2-69b1-41d5-83a8-dd86a94ece3b
Agenda highlights and links for the November 12 regular City Council meeting follow list of weekly meetings
November 13, 6 – 8 pm, Pinole, Public Meeting on Corps of Engineers Dredging Plan to enable greater amounts of crude tankers to travel to and from Bay Area Refineries, https://350bayarea.org/event/public-meeting-on-corps-of-engineers-oily-sf-to-stockton-dredging-plan
Sunday, November 3, 2019
End of Daylight Savings Time – “fall back” 1hour.
Monday, November 4, 2019
2x2 Committee, 8:30 – 10 am, at 2020 Bonor Street, Room 126, Berkeley Unified School District, Agenda: 5. MOU joint properties, 6. Affordable Housing, 7. Oxford Geological Study, 8. 2020 March & November Ballot Measures
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/2x2_Committee_Homepage.aspx
Ground Breaking Ceremony at Live Oak Community Center, 11 am – 12 pm,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=16340
City Council Public Safety Committee, 10:30 am, 2180 Milvia, 1st Floor Cypress Room, Agenda: Discussion items for future agendas
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Public_Safety.aspx
Agenda and Rules Committee, 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm, at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Room, Agenda Planning for November 19 City Council Regular Meeting. Highlights of agenda follow list of meetings,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
Commission on the Status of Women – Santa Rita Jail Subcommittee, 6:45 – 8 pm at 2000 University, Au Coquelet
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_the_Status_of_Women_Homepage.aspx
Peace and Justice Commission, 7 pm at 2180 Milvia, 1st Floor Cypress Room, Agenda: 11. Council Proposal to modify role of commissions, 13. Socially Responsible Investments
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Peace_and_Justice_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Tax the Rich Rally, with music by Occupella, 4 - 5 pm at the Top of Solano in front of the Closed Oaks Theater, (Rain/Smoke/Extreme Weather Cancels)
Tuesday, November 5, 2019
Community Meeting: Citywide Restroom Study, 10 –11:30 am at 2442 Telegraph, Café Mezzo
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=16322
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board, 2001 Center, 2nd Floor, Law Library
5 pm, Eviction/Section 8/Foreclosure Committee, Agenda: 5. Measure AA Report (owner move-in law)7. STAIRS Program
6 pm, Habitable and Sustainable Committee, Agenda: 5. Solar Cost Sharing, 6. Car Chargers, 7. Installation of dishwashers
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Berkeley City Council, Tuesday, 6:00 pm, 1231 Addison Street, BUSD Board Room, Agenda: Worksession 1. Solid Waste and Recycling Transfer Station Feasibility Study Presentation, 2. Development Vision Zero Action Plan - background - March 27, 2018 referral from Council to City Manager & Transportation Commission to develop implementation plan to eliminate all traffic (pedestrian, bicycle, vehicle) related fatalities to zero, 14. Support Impeachment Resolution,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2019/11_Nov/City_Council__11-05-2019_-_Special_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
Loan Administration Board, 4 pm, at 2180 Milvia, Room, 1st Floor Cypress Room, Agenda: B. State of Revolving Loan Fund, C. East Bay Media Center – loan modification request
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Loan_Admin_Board.aspx
Wednesday, November 6, 2019
Board of Library Trustees, 6:30 pm at 1901 Russell St, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch, Agenda: II. G. Library Response to Air Quality Events (AQI score > 150 ) – open Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library for at least 4 hours on Sundays
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
Commission on Disability, 6:30 – 9 pm at 1947 Center, Multi-purpose Room, Agenda: 2. Presentation – Easy Does It, 3. Wildfires and Outages, 9. Elevator Ordinance, 10. New Construction & Renovations Accessibility Guidelines and Regulations
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Disability_Homepage.aspx
Homeless Services Panel of Experts, 7 pm at 2180 Milvia, 1st Floor Cypress Room, Agenda: 9. Sanctioned Encampments, 10. Measure P Recommendations
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Homeless_Services_Panel_of_Experts.aspx
Planning Commission, 7 – 10 pm at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: 9. Public Hearing: Land Hazard Mitigation Plan – https://www.cityofberkeley.info/mitigation/ 10.Transportation Impact Fee, 11. 2019 CA Housing Legislation
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Community Meeting: Citywide Restroom Study, 6 – 7:30 pm at 1720 8th Street, James Kenney Recreation Center, 2nd Floor, Last of four meetings on public restrooms
Thursday, November 7, 2019
City Council Land Use, Housing & Economic Development Committee, 10:30 am, at 2180 Milvia, Room, 1st Floor Cypress Room, 2. Legal Rights for Legal Tender (cash), 3. Fair Access to Housing, 4. Bi-Annual Report on Funding for Housing (HAC), 5. Disposition 1631& 1654 Fifth Street, 6. Inclusionary Units in Qualified Opportunity Zones, 7. Proposed Formula Retail (Chain Store) Regulations
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Land_Use,_Housing___Economic_Development.aspx
City Council Facilities, Infrastructure, Transportation, Environment & Sustainability Committee, 2 pm, at 2180 Milvia, Redwood Room, 6th Floor, Agenda: 3. Kitchen Exhaust Ventilation, 3. Multi-year Bidding Process for Street Paving
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Facilities,_Infrastructure,_Transportation,_Environment,___Sustainability.aspx
Cannabis Commission, 2 – 4 pm, at 2180 Milvia St, 6th Floor,
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/MedicalCannabis/
Housing Advisory Commission, 7 – 9 pm at 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: 5. Public Hearing Community Needs, 6. Public Hearing Regional Analysis of Impediments, 9. T1, 12. Affordable Housing Framework, 14. Update State Housing Law
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Housing_Advisory_Commission/
Landmarks Preservation Commission, 7 – 11:30 pm at 1947 Center St, Multipurpose Room, Basement, Agenda: 5. A. pending City agreement with State Historic Resources Commission, B. T1, D. Demolition 2650 Telegraph, 6. 1120 Second Street Wireless telecommunications facility
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/landmarkspreservationcommission/
Public Works Commission, 7 – 10 pm at 1326 Allston Way, Willow Room, City of Berkeley Corporation Yard, No agenda posted, check before going
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Public_Works_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Community Meeting: Grove Park Renovation Project, 6 – 7:30 pm at 1730 Oregon, MLK, Jr. Youth Center, Agenda: Grove Park Field Renovation
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=16342
Friday, November 8, 2019
Reduced City Service Day
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/IT/Holiday_and_Reduced_Service_Days.aspx
Saturday, November 9, 2019
No city events found
350 Bay Area Hub meeting 8:45 am – 11 am, at 971 Tulare
Sunday, November 10, 2019
No city events found
Agenda Committee November 4, Planning for Council November 19, CONSENT: 2. $800,000 bid solicitations, 3. Grant Submission to State for $284,463 Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention, , 5. Nominate North Berkeley BART Priority Development Area, 6. Contract $1,481,417 with Redgwick Construction Co. for Ninth Street Bicycle Pathway Extension Phase II, 7. Contract add $50,000 total $200,000 with HF&H Consultants LLC for Development In-house Commercial Hauling System, 8. $2,348,732.70 purchase seven 25-yard Heavy Duty Rear Loading Collection Trucks, 9. $1,110,000 to purchase five 2020 North Star 155-1 Ambulances and dispose 3 Freightliner and 2 International ambulances by public auction. 10. Budget Referral $15,000 BigBelly Trash Receptacles in Ohlone Park, 11. Referral to City Manager Amnesty Program for Undocumented Secondary Units, ACTION: 12. Budget Update, 13. FY 2020 Annual Appropriations Ordinance, 14. goBerkeley Residential Shared Parking Pilot Project Update, 15. a.&b. Recommendations Allocations Measure P Funds, 16. Declaration Homeless Shelter Crisis, 17. Letter to Richmond City Council, CA EPA and CA Department of Toxics (DTSC) concerning recent action of cleaning up AstraZeneca Site Near Berkeley, 18. Cannabis Cryptocurrency Tax, 19. Referral Electric Moped Ride-Share Franchise Agreement,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
City Council November 12, Regular meeting agenda, email comments to [email protected],
Agenda: CONSENT: 2. $40,093,600Bid solicitations, 4. Contract $392,778 with BUSD for providing Mental Health Services in school programs, 6. Ordinance - Adopting more stringent building standards, 7. Companion Report Recommendations for Fossil Free Berkeley, 8. Contracts $600,000 in total for On-call Environmental Services, 9. Final Map - Approval to make 2747 San Pablo a 42 unit condo project, 10. Stop Sign Warrant Policy, 11. Support SB 378 PG&E shutoffs, 12. Budget Referral $250,000 environmental review and zoning planning for Ashby and North Berkeley BART, 13. Modifying Appointments to City Council Standing Policy Committees, 15. $210,000 renovation Drop-In Center, 16. . $10,582 Community Gardening Collaborative, 17. $75,000 pedestrian and bike safety Oxford St, 18. Request for Information: Police Dispatch, 19. Budget Referral Expansion Homeless Navigation Facilities and Programs – 3rd Sleeping Unit – dollar amount not given in agenda documents, 20. Budget Referral $550,000 Wildfire Mitigation, ACTION: 21. goBerkeley North Shattuck, 22. Local Fire Code Amendments, 23. Public Hearing Approval of Bond for (affordable housing) 1601 Oxford (SAHA or affiliate), 24. ZAB Appeal 2701 Shattuck, 25. 1281 University to house up to 8-10 RV dwellers, 26. Revisions to Council Rules of Procedure, 27. Lava Mae Mobile Shower and Hygiene Services, 28. Wage Theft Prevention, 29. Address Traffic Enforcement and Bicycle Safety, 30. Surveillance Technology Report, 31. Energy Commission Recommendations for Fossil Free Berkeley, 32. Bird Safety Requirements, 33. Budget Referral Transportation support for mobility impaired homeless who are engaged in rehousing or other services.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2019/11_Nov/City_Council__11-12-2019_-_Regular_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
0 Euclid – Berryman Reservoir TBD
2701 Shattuck 11-12-2019
Remanded to ZAB or LPC With 90-Day Deadline
1155-73 Hearst (develop 2 parcels) – referred back to City Council – to be scheduled
Notice of Decision (NOD) With End of Appeal Period
3020 Acton 11-18-2019
2410 Blake 11-11-2019
2801 Claremont 11-18-2019
3108 Deakin 11-12-2019
1225 Eighth 11-20-2019
888 Indian Rock 11-18-2019
1858 San Lorenzo 11-19-2019
1036 Sierra 11-25-2019
687 Spruce 11-20-2019
2110 Vine 11-12-2019
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
WORKSHOPS
Nov 5 - Transfer Station Feasibility Study, Vision Zero Action Plan,
Jan 14 – Civic Center Visioning, Systems Realignment
Feb 4 – Discussion of Community Poll (Ballot Measures), Adeline Corridor Plan
March 17 –CIP Update (PRW and Public Works), Measure T1 Update
May 5 – Budget Update, Crime Report
June 23 – Climate Action Plan/Resiliency Update, Digital Strategic Plan FUND$/Replacement Website Update
July 21 – no workshops scheduled “yet”
Unscheduled – Cannabis Health Considerations
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Vision 2050
Update goBerkeley (RPP)
BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry (November 2020)
October 27 - November 3, 2019 - Berkeley Public Meetings and Civic Events
Worth Noting:
Holiday Food Drive – November 1 – 29, daily from 8:30 a – 6 p, for more information https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=16299
Tuesday – City Council
Wednesday – Presentation on Traffic Circles and threats to Trees at Le Conte Neighborhood meeting - (City Council will be holding a special meeting on Traffic Circles on November 12 at 4 pm).
Saturday – Repair Café for broken household items, one item per person,
Sunday – End of Daylight Savings Time
Sunday, October 27, 2019
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
0 Euclid – Berryman Reservoir TBD
2701 Shattuck 11-12-2019
Remanded to ZAB or LPC With 90-Day Deadline
1155-73 Hearst (develop 2 parcels) – referred back to City Council – to be scheduled
Notice of Decision (NOD) With End of Appeal Period
2909 Acton 10-30-2019
2410 Blake 11-11-2019
2422 Fifth 10-30-2019
2200-2220 Fourth 10-30-2019
888 Indian Rock 11-18-2019
1923 Ninth 10-30-2019
1226 Parker 10-28-2019
2451 Shattuck 10-30-2019
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
1440 Hawthorne Terrace
1450 Hawthorne Terrace
2018-2036 University for UC Theater
WORKSHOPS
Oct 22 – Berkeley’s 2020 Vision Update, Census 2020 Update, Short term Rentals
Nov 5 - Transfer Station Feasibility Study, Vision Zero Action Plan,
Jan 14 – Civic Center Visioning, Systems Realignment
Feb 4 – Discussion of Community Poll (Ballot Measures), Adeline Corridor Plan
March 17 –CIP Update (PRW and Public Works), Measure T1 Update
May 5 – Budget Update, Crime Report
June 23 – Climate Action Plan/Resiliency Update, Digital Strategic Plan/ERMA/Website Update
July 21 – no workshops scheduled “yet”
Unscheduled – Cannabis Health Considerations
Unscheduled PRESENTATIONS
Cannabis Health Considerations
Vision 2050
Update goBerkeley (RPP)
BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry (November 2020)
Worth Noting:
Holiday Food Drive – November 1 – 29, daily from 8:30 a – 6 p, for more information https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=16299
Tuesday – City Council
Wednesday – Presentation on Traffic Circles and threats to Trees at Le Conte Neighborhood meeting - (City Council will be holding a special meeting on Traffic Circles on November 12 at 4 pm).
Saturday – Repair Café for broken household items, one item per person,
Sunday – End of Daylight Savings Time
Sunday, October 27, 2019
- No City meetings or events found
- City Council Health, Life Enrichment, Equity & Community Committee, 10 am – 12 pm at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Room, Agenda: 2. a. Code Enforcement and fact finding Leonard Powell, b. Recommendations to bring justice to Leonard Powell and change of policies, c. Plan for public meeting on receivership, 3. Establishing Outdoor Emergency Shelter (sanctioned homeless encampment in Berkeley) https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Health,_Life_Enrichment,_Equity___Community.aspx
- Agenda and Rules Committee, 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm, at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Room, Agenda planning for November 12, CONSENT: 4. Contract $392,778 with BUSD for providing Mental Health Services in school programs, 6. Ordinance - Adopting more stringent building standards, 7. Contracts $600,000 in total for On-call Environmental Services, 8. Approval to make 2747 San Pablo a 42 unit condo project. 9. Bird safe construction, 10. Stop Sign Warrant Policy, 11. Support SB 378 PG&E shutoffs, (12. – 16. Nov. Mid-year budget referrals) 12. $250,000 environmental review and zoning planning for Ashby and North Berkeley BART, 13. $210,000 renovation Drop-In Center, 14. $10,582 Community Gardening Collaborative, 15. $75,000 pedestrian and bike safety Oxford St, 16. $550,000 Wildfire Mitigation, ACTION: 17. Local Fire Code Amendments, 18. Public Hearing Approval of Bond for (affordable housing) 1601 Oxford (SAHA or affiliate), 19. ZAB appeal 2701 Shattuck, 20. 1281 University interim site to host RV dwellers, 21. a.&b. Recommendations for Fossil Free Berkeley, 22. Support impeachment actions, 23. Healthy Checkout Ordinance, 24. Request for Information: Police Dispatch, 25. Budget Referral: Transportation to support Mobility Impaired Homeless who are engaged in rehousing or other services, 26. Budget Referral Expansion Homeless Navigation facilities and programs, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
- Children, Youth and Recreation Commission, 7 – 9 pm at 2800 Park St, Frances Albrier Community Center at San Pablo Park, no agenda posted, check before going http://www.ci.berkeley.ca.us/Children_Youth_and_Recreation_Commission/
- Commission on the Status of Women, 6:45 – 9 pm at 2180 Milvia, Cypress Room, Agenda: 5. Presentation Domestic Violence Report, 6. Presentation HR Director, 8. Update on Equal Pay Independent Audit https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_the_Status_of_Women_Homepage.aspx
- Zero Waste Commission, 7 – 9 pm at 1326 Allston Way, Willow Room, City of Berkeley Corporation Yard, Agenda: 1. Action Skip the Slip – Goldman School of Public Policy Analysis, Annual Reports: 2. Urban Ore, 3. Community Conservation Centers, 4. Ecology Center https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Zero_Waste_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Tax the Rich Rally, cancelled for Oct 28, to resume November 4 at 4 – 5 pm
- Rent Stabilization Board, Housing Counselors, 10:30 am – 12:00 pm at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center to answer questions and provide counseling about rental housing in Berkeley https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Rent_Stabilization_Board/Home/Rent_Board_Staff_attendance_at_local_events.aspx
- Berkeley City Council, at 1231 Addison Street, BUSD Board Room,
- Closed Session, 5 pm – Pending Litigation, Grievance Pregarding Emergency Call Back IT employee, SEIU 1021 Community Services & Part-time Recreation Leaders Association
- Regular Session, 6 – 11 pm, Agenda: CONSENT: 4. Council Rules of Procedure revisions, 5. Conflict of Interest Code, 6. Contract $7,966,000 Berkeley Convention and Visitor’s Bureau, d.b.a. Visit Berkeley, 7. $160,000 total, $85,000 Crisis System Evaluation, $75,000 2020 Ballot Initiatives Survey, 8. Contract Nov 2019 – July 31, 2021 for $45,000 with Management Partners to evaluate City Manager, 9. Add $300,000 to contract with First Alarm Security & Patrol, Inc for Citywide unarmed security total $3,084,798, 10. Add $150,000 to contract total $225,400 with Street Level Advisors for Zoning and Development Fee Feasibility Analyses, 11. Add $200,000 to contract total $250,000 with Redwood Toxicology Services for Drug and Alcohol Testing, 13. City Auditor Recommendation – City needs Domestic Violence Policy. 16. Add $200,000 to budget for lighting, camera, and signs to deter illegal dumping. 17. Referral to Civic Arts Commission to develop grant program for retaining creative spaces for artists, 18. Request for Presentation on City Code Enforcement Practices for Residential Properties, 21. Budget Referral $27,000 Landmarks Preservation Grants, 22. Referral to Disaster and Fire Safety Commission to consider amending Gas Shut-Off Valve Requirements, 23. Oversize vehicle restriction to prohibit commercial trucks exceeding 3 tons gross weight on streets impacting bicycle blvd networks, 24. Cameras at Ohlone Park Mural, ACTION: 27. Add North Shattuck Metered Parking to goBerkeley Program,28. Lava Mae Mobile Shower, 29. Wage Theft Prevention, 30. Referral: Telegraph Shared Street, 31. Develop Bicycle Lane and Pedestrian Street Improvements Policy, 32. Reserving General Funds for Housing trust Fund $500,000 SAHA 2527 San Pablo, $1,200,000 RCD 2001 Ashby, $50,000 NCLT 2321-2323 10th Street, 33. a.& b. Modify Enforcement Policies of Berkeley Smoke Free Multi-Unity Housing Ordinance, 34. Proposed Formula Retail (Chain Store) Regulations, 35. Referrals to address Traffic Enforcement and Bicycle Safety, INFORMATION REPORTS: 36. Referral Process, 37. City Property for Affordable Housing and Modular Micro-Unit Buildings. 41. goBerkeley Parking Rate and Time Limit Adjustments for North Shattuck Area for Dec 1, 2019. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
- Le Conte Neighborhood Association, 7:30 – 9 pm at 2905 Shattuck, Art House Gallery, Agenda: Do Trees in Berkeley Have a Future – Traffic Circle Report and Slide Show, Adeline Corridor Proposal to redesign Shattuck and Adeline
- Halloween - House of Screams, 6 – 9:30 pm at 1730 Oregon, Martin Luther King Jr Youth Center, all ages https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=16298,
- Halloween Community Parade, 3 – 6 pm at 2800 Park, Frances Albrier Community Center https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=16297
- No City meetings or events found
- 350 Bay Area - World Vegan Day, 11:30 am – 1:30 pm, at 48 Shattuck Square, Veggie Grill, lunch with 33% going to 350 Bay Area, https://350bayarea.org/events-alt
- Transition Berkeley & Cal Zero Waste Repair Café, 1 – 4 pm, at 2701 MLK Jr Way, Berkeley Technology Academy, this is free repair service (not drop-off). RSVP requested https://www.transitionberkeley.org
- End of Daylight Savings Time – “fall back” 1hour.
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
0 Euclid – Berryman Reservoir TBD
2701 Shattuck 11-12-2019
Remanded to ZAB or LPC With 90-Day Deadline
1155-73 Hearst (develop 2 parcels) – referred back to City Council – to be scheduled
Notice of Decision (NOD) With End of Appeal Period
2909 Acton 10-30-2019
2410 Blake 11-11-2019
2422 Fifth 10-30-2019
2200-2220 Fourth 10-30-2019
888 Indian Rock 11-18-2019
1923 Ninth 10-30-2019
1226 Parker 10-28-2019
2451 Shattuck 10-30-2019
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
1440 Hawthorne Terrace
1450 Hawthorne Terrace
2018-2036 University for UC Theater
WORKSHOPS
Oct 22 – Berkeley’s 2020 Vision Update, Census 2020 Update, Short term Rentals
Nov 5 - Transfer Station Feasibility Study, Vision Zero Action Plan,
Jan 14 – Civic Center Visioning, Systems Realignment
Feb 4 – Discussion of Community Poll (Ballot Measures), Adeline Corridor Plan
March 17 –CIP Update (PRW and Public Works), Measure T1 Update
May 5 – Budget Update, Crime Report
June 23 – Climate Action Plan/Resiliency Update, Digital Strategic Plan/ERMA/Website Update
July 21 – no workshops scheduled “yet”
Unscheduled – Cannabis Health Considerations
Unscheduled PRESENTATIONS
Cannabis Health Considerations
Vision 2050
Update goBerkeley (RPP)
BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry (November 2020)
October 20 - October 27, 2019 - Berkeley Public Meetings and Civic Events
Worth Noting and Showing Up:
The Update Report on Vision 2020 (racial equity in Berkeley Public Schools) which is to be presented Tuesday evening at City Council is quite startling and can be read online. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2019/10_Oct/City_Council__10-22-2019_Special_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
The links and agenda highlights for the October 29 City Council meeting follow the weekly meeting list.
Sunday, October 20, 2019
Plan Ahead:
November 12, City Council will be holding a special meeting on Traffic Circles. The Traffic Circle Task Force recommends retaining trees.” City staff/employees are preparing an opposition report to cut down trees. For more detail read the op-ed on threat to trees in traffic circles http://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com/issue/2019-10-04/article/47899?headline=Trees-in-Traffic-Circles-Are-Still-Threatened-by-the-City-of-Berkeley--Becky-O-Malley and Traffic Circle Task Force Recommendations as recorded in meeting minutes https://www.cityofberkeley.info/uploadedFiles/Mayor/10.2.19%20Draft%20MinutesTraffic%20Circle%20Task%20Force.pdf
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City Council October 29 meeting is available for comment email [email protected]
Access full meeting agenda at https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2019/10_Oct/City_Council__10-29-2019_-_Regular_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
CONSENT: 4. Council Rules of Procedure revisions, 3. Conflict of Interest Code, 6. Contract $7,966,000 Berkeley Convention and Visitor’s Bureau, d.b.a. Visit Berkeley, 8. Contract Nov 2019 – July 31, 2021 for $45,000 with Management Partners to evaluate City Manager, 9. Add $300,000 to contract with First Alarm Security & Patrol, Inc for Citywide unarmed security total $3,084,798, 10. Add $150,000 to contract total $225,400 with Street Level Advisors for Zoning and Development Fee Feasibility Analyses, 11. Add $200,000 to contract total $250,000 with Redwood Toxicology Services for Drug and Alcohol Testing, 13. City Auditor Recommendation – City needs Domestic Violence Policy. 16. Add $200,000 to budget for lighting, camera, and signs to deter illegal dumping. 17. Referral to Civic Arts Commission to develop grant program for retaining creative spaces for artists, 18. Request for Presentation on City Code Enforcement Practices for Residential Properties, 21. Budget Referral $27,000 Landmarks Preservation Grants, 22. Referral to Disaster and Fire Safety Commission to consider amending Gas Shut-Off Valve Requirements, 23. Oversize vehicle restriction to prohibit commercial trucks exceeding 3 tons gross weight on streets impacting bicycle blvd networks, 24. Cameras at Ohlone Park Mural, ACTION: 27. Add North Shattuck Metered Parking to goBerkeley Program,28. Lava Mae Mobile Shower, 29. Wage Theft Prevention, 30. Referral: Telegraph Shared Street, 31. Develop Bicycle Lane and Pedestrian Street Improvements Policy, 32. Reserving General Funds for Housing trust Fund $500,000 SAHA 2527 San Pablo, $1,200,000 RCD 2001 Ashby, $50,000 NCLT 2321-2323 10th Street, 33. a.& b. Modify Enforcement Policies of Berkeley Smoke Free Multi-Unity Housing Ordinance, 34. Proposed Formula Retail (Chain Store) Regulations, 35. Referrals to address Traffic Enforcement and Bicycle Safety, INFORMATION REPORTS: 36. Referral Process, 37. City Property for Affordable Housing and Modular Micro-Unit Buildings. 41. goBerkeley Parking Rate and Time Limit Adjustments for North Shattuck Area for Dec 1, 2019.
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
0 Euclid – Berryman Reservoir TBD
2701 Shattuck 11-12-2019
Remanded to ZAB or LPC With 90-Day Deadline
1155-73 Hearst (develop 2 parcels) – referred back to City Council – to be scheduled
Notice of Decision (NOD) With End of Appeal Period
2909 Acton 10-30-2019
1825 Berkeley Way 10-21-2019
1226 Parker 10-28-2019
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
1440 Hawthorne Terrace
1450 Hawthorne Terrace
2018-2036 University for UC Theater
WORKSHOPS
Oct 22 – Berkeley’s 2020 Vision Update, Census 2020 Update, Short term Rentals
Nov 5 - Transfer Station Feasibility Study, Vision Zero Action Plan,
Jan 14 – Civic Center Visioning, Systems Realignment
Feb 4 – Discussion of Community Poll (Ballot Measures), Adeline Corridor Plan
March 17 –CIP Update (PRW and Public Works), Measure T1 Update
May 5 – Budget Update, Crime Report
June 23 – Climate Action Plan/Resiliency Update, Digital Strategic Plan/ERMA/Website Update
July 21 – no workshops scheduled “yet”
Unscheduled – Cannabis Health Considerations
Unscheduled PRESENTATIONS
Update goBerkeley (RPP)
BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry (November 2020)
Worth Noting and Showing Up:
The Update Report on Vision 2020 (racial equity in Berkeley Public Schools) which is to be presented Tuesday evening at City Council is quite startling and can be read online. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2019/10_Oct/City_Council__10-22-2019_Special_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
The links and agenda highlights for the October 29 City Council meeting follow the weekly meeting list.
Sunday, October 20, 2019
- City Open House, 11 am – 3 pm, Civic Center Park, Family oriented event to introduce residents to City Services and Staff https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=16335
- Berkeley City Council – Special Meeting (Retreat) 9:00 am – 2:00 pm, 2031 Bancroft Way, Main Branch Library Community Room, Agenda: Budget, Council Referrals, Strategic Plan and Council Rules and Procedures https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2019/10_Oct/City_Council__10-21-2019_Special_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
- Homeless Commission Encampment Subcommittee, 4:30 pm at 2501 Telegraph, Peet’s https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Homeless_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Homeless Services Panel of Experts Agenda and Work Plan Subcommittee, 7:30 pm at 1724 San Pablo, Café Leila https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Homeless_Services_Panel_of_Experts.aspx
- Measure O Bond Oversight Committee, 2180 Milvia, Cypress Room, Agenda: 5. a. RFP Subcommittee Recommendations to Fund 2527 San Pablo, 1740 San Pablo, 2321-2323 10th St, b. 2001 Ashby Development https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Measure_O_Bond_Oversight_Committee.aspx
- Tax the Rich Rally, with music by Occupella, 5 – 6 pm at the Top of Solano in front of the Closed Oaks Theater, Rain/Extreme Heat Cancels
- Berkeley City Council, Tuesday, 1231 Addison Street, BUSD Board Room,
- 4:30 pm, Council Closed Session, Conference Pending Litigation: 1444 Fifth Street LLC v. City of Berkeley Superior Court Case No.19032434, Gilmore V. City of Berkeley Case No. RG 189525180
- 6:00 pm – 11:00 pm, Council Special Session, Agenda: 1. Update 2020 Vision (racial equity in Berkeley public schools), 2. Census 2020, 3. Short-Term Rentals https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
- Community Meeting: Citywide Restroom Study, 6 – 7:30 pm at 2090 Kittredge, Central Library, 2nd of Four Meetings to assess existing public restrooms and develop strategies to meet current and future needs. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/uploadedFiles/Parks_Rec_Waterfront/Level_3__-General/Citywide%20Restroom%20Study%20-%20Community%20Meetings%20-%20Flyer.pdf
- Commission on the Status of Women Santa Rita Jail Subcommittee, 6:45 – 8 pm at 2000 University, Au Coquelet, Agenda: Review of Progress, Safety Cells, Pregnancy, Transport https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_the_Status_of_Women_Homepage.aspx
- Civic Arts Commission, 6 – 8 pm at 1901 Russell St, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library, Agenda: Framework for Affordable Housing for Artists, Restrict use of BART Plaza for Sound Installations and Live Events, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CivicArtsCommissionHomepage/
- Disaster and Fire Safety Commission, 7 – 9 pm at 997 Cedar St, Fire Department Training Center, Agenda: 4. Seismic Transfer Tax Rebate, 5. Local Hazard Mitigation Plan Update, 7. Special Tax Assessment for Wildfire Prevention, 8. October Public Shutoff https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Disaster_and_Fire_Safety_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Energy Commission, 6:30 – 9 pm at 1947 Center St, 1st Floor Spruce Room, 4. Building Electrification, 6. Update on Nov 5 Electrification workshop for Home Builders and Designers, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Energy_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Joint Subcommittee for the Implementation of State Housing Laws, 7 – 10 pm at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Room, Agenda: 10. Objective Standards for Shadows https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Joint_Subcommittee_for_the_Implementation_of_State_Housing_Laws_Homepage.aspx
- Police Review Commission, at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center,
- 5:30 pm, Lexipol Policies,
- 7 – 10 pm, Regular Meeting, Agenda: 8. Subcommittee Reports, Lexipol Policies, Probation & Parole Questioning, MOU Compendium, Standard of Proof, Use of Force, 9. Presentation Special Response Team, 10. Suveillance Use Policies, 11. a. Policy complaint regarding enforcement of traffic laws against bicyclists who run stop signs, b. Proposed amendment to PRC Regulations handling of informal of informal complaints, c. Lexipol Policies https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Public Works Commission Utility Undergrounding Phase 3, 4 – 5 pm at 1947 Center, no agenda posted https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Public_Works_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Community Meeting: Frances Albrier Community Center Project Open House, 4 – 7 pm at Frances Albrier Community Center, T1 Bonds at Work, meet design team, see conceptual layout https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=16334
- City Council Land Use, Housing & Economic Development Committee, 10:30 am, at 1947 Center, 3rd Floor Magnolia Room, Agenda: Amnesty Program for ADU, 3. Legal Rights for Legal Tender, 4. Fair Chance Access to Housing, 5. Allocation of U1 Funds to increase affordable housing and protect residents of Berkeley from homelessness, 6. Sell City Property 1631 Fifth and 1654 Fifth 6. Requiring Inclusionary Housing in Opportunity Zones https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Land_Use,_Housing___Economic_Development.aspx
- Community Health Commission, 6:30 – 9 pm at 2939 Ellis St. South Berkeley Senior Center, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Community_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Mental Health Commission, 7 – 9 pm at 1947 Center St, Agenda: 3. Interview and vote on nomination Farzaneh Izadi, 5. Crisis Response Consultant RFP, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Mental_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Zoning Adjustment Board, 7 pm at 1231 Addison St, BUSD Board Room, Agenda:
- 2422 Fifth Street – Construct 3-story mixed use with 967 sq ft medical office and 2 dwelling units on rear of lot with existing duplex, request waive 2 residential parking spaces, on consent
- 3108 Deakin St – raise single family dwelling by 2’7”, add second dwelling unit and garage on ground floor, demolish 294 sq ft at rear of building and construct 560 sq ft addition, on consent
- 2110 Vine – convert 2 existing commercial spaces to one optometry practice office, on consent
- 2015 Eighth Street – demolish detached 2-car garage, construct new 2-unit 2200 sq ft building with roof deck, 2 uncovered parking spaces and reduce setback from 15’ to 5’
- 1581 Le Roy Ave – convert vacant elementary school to residential use, establish 50,000 sq ft main building as single-family dwelling incorporating art studio, unenclosed swimming pool, ADU, outdoor art space,
- 2352 – 2390 Shattuck – demolish existing commercial buildings, split lot, construct two 8-story buildings with 204 units (including 14 Very Low income units, 12,154 sq ft commercial space, 17,012 sq ft open space, 90 parking spaces,
- 2716-2718 Durant – lift 2-story dwelling to create 3-story dwelling, demolish single story dwelling at rear of lot and construct three 3-story townhomes, eliminate 1-car parking space and not provide required 3 parking spaces on site, staff recommend approve rehab front unit and deny variance to not provide parking, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
- Free Smoking Cessation Clinic, 6 – 8 pm at 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=16275
- Councilmember Cheryl Davila Open Office Hours, 2 – 4 pm at 2033 San Pablo, Lanesplitter Pizza
- No City meetings or events found
- No City meetings or events found
Plan Ahead:
November 12, City Council will be holding a special meeting on Traffic Circles. The Traffic Circle Task Force recommends retaining trees.” City staff/employees are preparing an opposition report to cut down trees. For more detail read the op-ed on threat to trees in traffic circles http://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com/issue/2019-10-04/article/47899?headline=Trees-in-Traffic-Circles-Are-Still-Threatened-by-the-City-of-Berkeley--Becky-O-Malley and Traffic Circle Task Force Recommendations as recorded in meeting minutes https://www.cityofberkeley.info/uploadedFiles/Mayor/10.2.19%20Draft%20MinutesTraffic%20Circle%20Task%20Force.pdf
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City Council October 29 meeting is available for comment email [email protected]
Access full meeting agenda at https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2019/10_Oct/City_Council__10-29-2019_-_Regular_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
CONSENT: 4. Council Rules of Procedure revisions, 3. Conflict of Interest Code, 6. Contract $7,966,000 Berkeley Convention and Visitor’s Bureau, d.b.a. Visit Berkeley, 8. Contract Nov 2019 – July 31, 2021 for $45,000 with Management Partners to evaluate City Manager, 9. Add $300,000 to contract with First Alarm Security & Patrol, Inc for Citywide unarmed security total $3,084,798, 10. Add $150,000 to contract total $225,400 with Street Level Advisors for Zoning and Development Fee Feasibility Analyses, 11. Add $200,000 to contract total $250,000 with Redwood Toxicology Services for Drug and Alcohol Testing, 13. City Auditor Recommendation – City needs Domestic Violence Policy. 16. Add $200,000 to budget for lighting, camera, and signs to deter illegal dumping. 17. Referral to Civic Arts Commission to develop grant program for retaining creative spaces for artists, 18. Request for Presentation on City Code Enforcement Practices for Residential Properties, 21. Budget Referral $27,000 Landmarks Preservation Grants, 22. Referral to Disaster and Fire Safety Commission to consider amending Gas Shut-Off Valve Requirements, 23. Oversize vehicle restriction to prohibit commercial trucks exceeding 3 tons gross weight on streets impacting bicycle blvd networks, 24. Cameras at Ohlone Park Mural, ACTION: 27. Add North Shattuck Metered Parking to goBerkeley Program,28. Lava Mae Mobile Shower, 29. Wage Theft Prevention, 30. Referral: Telegraph Shared Street, 31. Develop Bicycle Lane and Pedestrian Street Improvements Policy, 32. Reserving General Funds for Housing trust Fund $500,000 SAHA 2527 San Pablo, $1,200,000 RCD 2001 Ashby, $50,000 NCLT 2321-2323 10th Street, 33. a.& b. Modify Enforcement Policies of Berkeley Smoke Free Multi-Unity Housing Ordinance, 34. Proposed Formula Retail (Chain Store) Regulations, 35. Referrals to address Traffic Enforcement and Bicycle Safety, INFORMATION REPORTS: 36. Referral Process, 37. City Property for Affordable Housing and Modular Micro-Unit Buildings. 41. goBerkeley Parking Rate and Time Limit Adjustments for North Shattuck Area for Dec 1, 2019.
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
0 Euclid – Berryman Reservoir TBD
2701 Shattuck 11-12-2019
Remanded to ZAB or LPC With 90-Day Deadline
1155-73 Hearst (develop 2 parcels) – referred back to City Council – to be scheduled
Notice of Decision (NOD) With End of Appeal Period
2909 Acton 10-30-2019
1825 Berkeley Way 10-21-2019
1226 Parker 10-28-2019
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
1440 Hawthorne Terrace
1450 Hawthorne Terrace
2018-2036 University for UC Theater
WORKSHOPS
Oct 22 – Berkeley’s 2020 Vision Update, Census 2020 Update, Short term Rentals
Nov 5 - Transfer Station Feasibility Study, Vision Zero Action Plan,
Jan 14 – Civic Center Visioning, Systems Realignment
Feb 4 – Discussion of Community Poll (Ballot Measures), Adeline Corridor Plan
March 17 –CIP Update (PRW and Public Works), Measure T1 Update
May 5 – Budget Update, Crime Report
June 23 – Climate Action Plan/Resiliency Update, Digital Strategic Plan/ERMA/Website Update
July 21 – no workshops scheduled “yet”
Unscheduled – Cannabis Health Considerations
Unscheduled PRESENTATIONS
Update goBerkeley (RPP)
BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry (November 2020)
October 13 - October 20, 2019 - Berkeley Public Meetings and Civic Events
Worth Noting:
Saturday, October 12, Community Emergency Prep Fair, Saturday, October 12, 10 am – 3 pm, 1720 8th Street, James Kenney Park, Features demonstrations of disaster response techniques, disaster supplies, family-friendly event,
https://bdpnnetwork.org/event/community-based-dp-demofair-2019/
The list of meetings with agenda highlights is especially long with both the City Council Agenda Committee meeting and City Council Regular meeting on Tuesday. In fact, Tuesday is packed with City Council, Sunshares and the 4th Democratic Debate all running simultaneously. If you are interested in solar, consider attending the SunShares workshop.
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Plan Ahead:
November 12, City Council will be holding a special meeting on Traffic Circles. The Traffic Circle Task Force recommends retaining trees.” City staff/employees are preparing an opposition report to cut down trees.
Link to Traffic Circle Report in the October 2 meeting minutes https://www.cityofberkeley.info/uploadedFiles/Mayor/10.2.19%20Draft%20MinutesTraffic%20Circle%20Task%20Force.pdf
Op-ed on threat to trees in traffic circles http://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com/issue/2019-10-04/article/47899?headline=Trees-in-Traffic-Circles-Are-Still-Threatened-by-the-City-of-Berkeley--Becky-O-Malley
Sunday, October 13, 2019
Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
0 Euclid – Berryman Reservoir TBD
2701 Shattuck 11-12-2019
Remanded to ZAB or LPC With 90-Day Deadline
1155-73 Hearst (develop 2 parcels) – referred back to City Council – to be scheduled
Notice of Decision (NOD) With End of Appeal Period
2909 Acton 10-30-2019
1825 Berkeley Way 10-21-2019
41 Fairlawn 10-15-2019
1226 Parker 10-28-2019
2512 Telegraph 10-17-2019
151 Tunnel 10-16-2019
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
1440 Hawthorne Terrace
1450 Hawthorne Terrace
2018-2036 University for UC Theater
WORKSHOPS
Oct 22 – Berkeley’s 2020 Vision Update, Census 2020 Update, Short term Rentals
Nov 5 - Transfer Station Feasibility Study, Vision Zero Action Plan,
Jan 14 – Civic Center Visioning, Systems Realignment
Feb 4 – Discussion of Community Poll (Ballot Measures), Adeline Corridor Plan
March 17 –CIP Update (PRW and Public Works), Measure T1 Update
May 5 – Budget Update, Crime Report
June 23 – Climate Action Plan/Resiliency Update, Digital Strategic Plan/ERMA/Website Update
July 21 – no workshops scheduled “yet”
Unscheduled – Cannabis Health Considerations
Unscheduled PRESENTATIONS
Update goBerkeley (RPP)
BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry (November 2020)
This meeting list is also posted in the Berkeley Daily Planet under activist’s calendar http://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
Worth Noting:
Saturday, October 12, Community Emergency Prep Fair, Saturday, October 12, 10 am – 3 pm, 1720 8th Street, James Kenney Park, Features demonstrations of disaster response techniques, disaster supplies, family-friendly event,
https://bdpnnetwork.org/event/community-based-dp-demofair-2019/
The list of meetings with agenda highlights is especially long with both the City Council Agenda Committee meeting and City Council Regular meeting on Tuesday. In fact, Tuesday is packed with City Council, Sunshares and the 4th Democratic Debate all running simultaneously. If you are interested in solar, consider attending the SunShares workshop.
If you don’t or can’t have solar on your roof you can still choose 100% renewable electricity thru Opt Up for 100% Clean Electricity through East Bay Community Energy by choosing Renewable 100 https://ebce.org/opt-up/. If your budget is too squeezed to pay a few more dollars a month for 100% renewable Brilliant 100% is carbon free (no nuclear) and the same cost as PG&E.
Plan Ahead:
November 12, City Council will be holding a special meeting on Traffic Circles. The Traffic Circle Task Force recommends retaining trees.” City staff/employees are preparing an opposition report to cut down trees.
Link to Traffic Circle Report in the October 2 meeting minutes https://www.cityofberkeley.info/uploadedFiles/Mayor/10.2.19%20Draft%20MinutesTraffic%20Circle%20Task%20Force.pdf
Op-ed on threat to trees in traffic circles http://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com/issue/2019-10-04/article/47899?headline=Trees-in-Traffic-Circles-Are-Still-Threatened-by-the-City-of-Berkeley--Becky-O-Malley
Sunday, October 13, 2019
- Bay Area Bee and Pollinator Fair, 10 am – 3 pm, at Berkeley Flea Market – Ashby BART parking lot, information for supporting bee and other populations through creating friendly gardens, https://www.facebook.com/events/371624590195196/
- Alameda County Residents - Albany Golden Gate Fields Mattress and Box Springs Drop-off – follow link to fill out form to arrange drop-off, 1100 Eastshore Highway, Golden Gate Fields North Parking lot. Besides matresses you can drop off the usual hazardous waste http://www.stopwaste.org/at-home/household-hazardous-waste/one-day-drop-off-events/albany-hhw-one-day-event
- Indigenous Peoples Day – Berkeley City Holiday
- Tax the Rich Rally, with music by Occupella, 5 – 6 pm at the Top of Solano in front of the Closed Oaks Theater, Rain/Extreme Heat Cancels
- East Bay SunShares Workshops, Tuesday, October 15, 6 – 7:30 pm at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center, pre-registration requested (not required). SunShares makes it easier and more affordable for Bay Area residents to go solar. https://www.bayareasunshares.org/events
- Agenda and Rules Committee, 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm, at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Room, Agenda Planning for Oct 29 Council Meeting, CONSENT: 2. Council Rules of Procedure revisions, 3. Conflict of Interest Code, 4. Contract $7,966,000 Berkeley Convention and Visitor’s Bureau, d.b.a. Visit Berkeley, 6. Contract $45,000 to Management Partners to evaluate City Manager, 7. Add $300,000 to contract with First Alarm Security & Patrol, Inc for Citywide unarmed security total $3,084,798. 8. Reserving General Funds for Housing trust Fund $500,000 SAHA 2527 San Pablo, $1,200,000 RCD 2001 Ashby, $50,000 NCLT 2321-2323 10th Street, 9. Add $150,000 to contract total $225,400 with Street Level Advisors for Zoning and Development Fee Feasibility Analyses, 10. Add $200,000 to contract total $250,000 with Redwood Toxicology Services for Drug and Alcohol Testing, 12. City Auditor Recommendation – City needs Domestic Violence Policy. 14. Add $200,000 to budget for lighting, camera, and signs to deter illegal dumping. 16. Support HR1595 Secure and Fair Banking Act 2019, 17. Budget Referral $27,000 Landmarks Preservation Grants, 18. Support CA Assembly Bill 500 paid maternity leave for teachers, ACTION: 19. Renewal Elmwood Business Improvement District (BID) 20. Renewal Solano BID, 21. Add North Shattuck Metered Parking to goBerkeley Program, 22. a.&b. Allocation Measure P Funds, 23. a.& b. Modify Enforcement Policies of Berkeley Smoke Free Multi-Unity Housing Ordinance, 24. Public Works Commission 5-year Paving Plan, 25. Referral to Disaster and Fire Safety Commission to consider amending Gas Shut-Off Valve Requirements, 26. Extend JSISHL subcommittee to Sept 2020, 27. Referral to Civic Arts Commission to develop grant program for retaining creative spaces for artists, 28. Request for Presentation on City Code Enforcement Practices for Residential Properties, 29. Adopt ordinance to prohibit commercial trucks exceeding 3 tons gross weight on streets impacting bicycle blvd networks, 30. Cameras at Ohlone Park Mural, 31. Require Inclusionary Units in developments in Qualified Opportunity Zones, 32. Proposed Formula Retail (Chain Store) Regulations, 33. Referrals to address Traffic Enforcement and Bicycle Safety, INFORMATION REPORTS: 34. Referral Process, 35. City Property for Affordable Housing and Modular Micro-Unit Buildings. 39. goBerkeley Parking Rate and Time Limit Adjustments for North Shattuck Area for Dec 1, 2019. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Agenda_Committee__2019_Index.aspx
- Berkeley City Council, Tuesday, 1231 Addison Street, BUSD Board Room,
- 4:30 pm Closed Session, Agenda: 1. Consultation with Legal Counsel Pending Litigation 1444 Fifth St v. City of Berkeley, 2. Conference with Labor Negotiators Berkeley Police Association
- 6:00 pm Regular Council Session, Agenda: Consent: 5. Add $60,903 total $985,747 Verint Systems Inc. Software Maintenance, 6. Approve plans, accept bid $3,056,900 (includes $277,900 contingency) from D.L. Falk Construction for Central Library Improvements, 7. Approve Plans, accept bid $1,191,342 (includes contingency $198,557) from Redwood Engineering Construction for James Kenny Park, 8. Approve plans, accept bid $505,684 ( includes $65,959 Contingency) from J.A. Gonsalves&Son Construction for Bay Trail Extension to Berkeley Marina, 9. Grant application $71,510 to BAAQMD Berkeley Marina Bicycle Electronic Locker Project, 10. Mills Act Contract 2524 Dwight Way with NCR Properties LLC./Nathan D Geroge, 11. Mills Act Contract 1730 Spruce with Jeff Lipton, 12. Mills Act Contract 2526 Hawthorne Terrace with John Komoroske and Daniel McDonald, 13. On-call construction $500,000 Kitchell/CEM, Inc, $500,000 Cooper Pugeda Management, Inc.,14 - 15. Renewal Business Improvement District (BID) Advisory Boards for 2020 Elmwood and Solano, 16. Protect from deportation DACA, TPS (Temporary Protected Status, DED (Deferred Enforced Departure), 18. Grant Referral $150,000 for Capoeira Arts Foundation, 19. Health Impact Assessment Outreach Coordinator for closure of Alta Bates, 21. Authorize Additional Inclement Weather Shelter at Old City Hall from Oct 15 2019-April 30, 2020, 24. Prohibit Use of Face Recognition Technology, 25. Support Auto Worker’s Strike, 27. Declare Wildfire Prevention and Safety Top Priority, 28. Budget referral 24/7 free standing Public Restroom Facility Telegraph BID, 29. Referral to City Manager Shared Streets – Telegraph, 30. Ban Racial, Ethnic, Cultural, Religious Discrimination on Basis of Hairstyle or Headwear, 31. Adopt Resolution Support Seamless Transit Principles, Action: 32. Revised Agreement with CA State Historic Preservation Officer, 33. IKE Smart City Kiosk Locations, Phase 1, 34. Zoning Ordinance Modification to Support Small Business, 35. Deaccession of Berkeley Big People, 36. Grant Writing Services, 37. Pathways – STAIR Center 1st year evaluation, 38. Lava Mae Mobile Shower and Hygiene Services, 39. Settlement Authority City Manager for Worker’s Compensation Claims - $75,000/employee 40. Wage Theft Prevention 41. Referral to City Manager Develop a Bicycle Lane and Pedestrian Street Improvements Policy, Information Reports 42. 2019 3rd Qtr Investment, 43. Audit Update: Construction Permits, 44. Homeless Commission Workplan, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
- Mental Health Commission Mobile Crisis Response Subcommittee, 4 pm at 2180 Milvia, Cypress Room, Agenda: MCH input into hiring consultant to evaluate Crisis Response Unit, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Mental_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Youth Commission, 6:30 pm at 1730 Oregon St, Martin Luther King Jr. Youth Services Center, Agenda: 8. Aquatics Update, Swim Lessons and the Willard Pool, 9. Gender Neutral Bathrooms, 10. BHS Environmental Initiative https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Youth_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- 4th Democratic Debate, 5 pm on CNN or live stream cnn.com and nytimes.com https://www.digitaltrends.com/news/watch-october-democratic-debate-2019-primary-livestream-start-time/
- Open House – Berkeley Planning Department, 4 – 6 pm, at 1947 Center, 3rd Floor, Meet Staff, learn how to submit project applications, visit the “answer station,” partake in light refreshments, giveaways.
- Commission on Aging, 1 – 3 pm at 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: 4. & 5. Presentations PG&E Savings Assistance Program, 5. Electric Scooter Share Program, 6. PG&E Shutoff. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Aging_Homepage.aspx
- Human Welfare & Community Action Commission, 7 – 9 pm at 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: 6. Presentation Willie Philips Gentrification, 15. Lack of Phone Booths and charging stations, 16. Encampments Proposal, 17. Rent Control Recommendation. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Human_Welfare_and_Community_Action_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Community Meeting: Citywide Restroom Study, 6 – 7:30 pm at 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, 1st of Four Meetings to assess existing public restrooms and develop strategies to meet current and future needs. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=16319
- City Council Facilities, Infrastructure, Transportation, Environment & Sustainability Committee, 2 pm, at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Room, Agenda: 2. b. Recommendations for Fossil Free Berkeley (Energy Commission) b. Companion Report. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Facilities,_Infrastructure,_Transportation,_Environment,___Sustainability.aspx
- Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board, 7 – 11 pm, 1231 Addison St, Agenda: 5. Presentation State Housing Legislation by Brian Augusta & Associates, 6. Appeal 1354 Grizzly Peak, 7. Appeal 472 Kentucky, 8.Action Items 2020 General Adjustment, Relocation Assistance Payments, Response to HUD proposed changes, Housing for a Diverse, Equitable and Creative Berkeley Framework, 2020 Census. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Rent_Stabilization_Board/Home/2019_Board_Meetings.aspx
- Sugar-Sweetened Beverage Product Panel of Experts, 6:30 – 9 pm at 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Sugar-Sweetened_Beverage_Product_Panel_of_Experts.aspx
- Transportation Commission, 7 – 10 pm at 1326 Allston Way, Corp Yard, Willow Room, Agenda: B.1. Milvia Bikeway, 2. Safe Routes to School, 3. Pedestrian Master Plan. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Transportation_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Design Review Committee, 7 – 10 pm at 1947 Center St, Basement Multi-purpose Room, No Agenda Posted, Check before going. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/designreview/
- Free Smoking Cessation Clinic, 6 – 8 pm at 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=16274
- No City meetings or events found
- Housing Framework: What’s happening with Measures O, P and U1, Saturday, October 19, 10 am at Harriet Tubman Terrace
- No City meetings or events found
Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
0 Euclid – Berryman Reservoir TBD
2701 Shattuck 11-12-2019
Remanded to ZAB or LPC With 90-Day Deadline
1155-73 Hearst (develop 2 parcels) – referred back to City Council – to be scheduled
Notice of Decision (NOD) With End of Appeal Period
2909 Acton 10-30-2019
1825 Berkeley Way 10-21-2019
41 Fairlawn 10-15-2019
1226 Parker 10-28-2019
2512 Telegraph 10-17-2019
151 Tunnel 10-16-2019
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
1440 Hawthorne Terrace
1450 Hawthorne Terrace
2018-2036 University for UC Theater
WORKSHOPS
Oct 22 – Berkeley’s 2020 Vision Update, Census 2020 Update, Short term Rentals
Nov 5 - Transfer Station Feasibility Study, Vision Zero Action Plan,
Jan 14 – Civic Center Visioning, Systems Realignment
Feb 4 – Discussion of Community Poll (Ballot Measures), Adeline Corridor Plan
March 17 –CIP Update (PRW and Public Works), Measure T1 Update
May 5 – Budget Update, Crime Report
June 23 – Climate Action Plan/Resiliency Update, Digital Strategic Plan/ERMA/Website Update
July 21 – no workshops scheduled “yet”
Unscheduled – Cannabis Health Considerations
Unscheduled PRESENTATIONS
Update goBerkeley (RPP)
BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry (November 2020)
This meeting list is also posted in the Berkeley Daily Planet under activist’s calendar http://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
October 6 - October 13, 2019 - Berkeley Public Meetings and Civic Events
Worth Noting:
City Council October 15 meeting agenda highlights. For full agenda with documents click on the link https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Email comments to [email protected]
Consent: 5. Add $60,903 total $985,747 Verint Systems Inc. Software Maintenance, 6. Approve plans, accept bid $3,056,900 (includes $277,900 contingency) from D.L. Falk Construction for Central Library Improvements, 7. Approve Plans, accept bid $1,191,342 (includes contingency $198,557) from Redwood Engineering Construction for James Kenny Park, 8. Approve plans, accept bid $505,684 ( includes $65,959 Contingency) from J.A. Gonsalves&Son Construction for Bay Trail Extension to Berkeley Marina, 9. Grant application $71,510 to BAAQMD Berkeley Marina Bicycle Electronic Locker Project, 10. Mills Act Contract 2524 Dwight Way with NCR Properties LLC./Nathan D Geroge, 11. Mills Act Contract 1730 Spruce with Jeff Lipton, 12. Mills Act Contract 2526 Hawthorne Terrace with John Komoroske and Daniel McDonald, 13. On-call construction $500,000 Kitchell/CEM, Inc, $500,000 Cooper Pugeda Management, Inc.,14 - 15. Renewal Business Improvement District (BID) Advisory Boards for 2020 Elmwood and Solano, 16. Protect from deportation DACA, TPS (Temporary Protected Status, DED (Deferred Enforced Departure), 18. Grant Referral $150,000 for Capoeira Arts Foundation, 19. Health Impact Assessment Outreach Coordinator for closure of Alta Bates, 21. Authorize Additional Inclement Weather Shelter at Old City Hall from Oct 15 2019-April 30, 2020, 24. Prohibit Use of Face Recognition Technology, 25. Support Auto Worker’s Strike, 27. Declare Wildfire Prevention and Safety Top Priority, 28. Budget referral 24/7 free standing Public Restroom Facility Telegraph BID, 29. Referral to City Manager Shared Streets – Telegraph, 30. Ban Racial, Ethnic, Cultural, Religious Discrimination on Basis of Hairstyle or Headwear, 31. Adopt Resolution Support Seamless Transit Principles, Action: 32. Revised Agreement with CA State Historic Preservation Officer, 33. IKE Smart City Kiosk Locations, Phase 1, 34. Zoning Ordinance Modification to Support Small Business, 35. Deaccession of Berkeley Big People, 36. Grant Writing Services, 37. Pathways – STAIR Center 1st year evaluation, 38. Lava Mae Mobile Shower and Hygiene Services, 39. Settlement Authority City Manager for Worker’s Compensation Claims - $75,000/employee 40. Wage Theft Prevention41. Referral to City Manager Develop a Bicycle Lane and Pedestrian Street Improvements Policy, Information Reports 42. 2019 3rd Qtr Investment, 43. Audit Update: Construction Permits, 44. Homeless Commission Workplan,
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
0 Euclid – Berryman Reservoir 10-29-2019
2701 Shattuck 11-12-2019
Notice of Decision (NOD) With End of Appeal Period
1825 Berkeley Way 10-21-2019
41 Fairlawn 10-15-2019
1631 McGee 10-10-2019
2873 Sacramento 10-7-2019
2512 Telegraph 10-17-2019
151 Tunnel 10-16-2019
Remanded to ZAB or LPC With 90-Day Deadline
1155-73 Hearst (develop 2 parcels) – referred back to City Council – to be scheduled
WORKSHOPS
Oct 22 – Berkeley’s 2020 Vision Update, Census 2020 Update, Short term Rentals
Nov 5 - Transfer Station Feasibility Study, Vision Zero Action Plan, Update: goBerkeley (RPP)
Jan 14 – Civic Center Visioning, Housing Financial Feasibility Study, Systems Realignment
Feb 4 – Discussion of Community Poll (Ballot Measures), Adeline Corridor Plan
March 17 – Zoning Ordinance Revision Project, CIP Update (PRW and Public Works), Measure T1 Update
May 5 – Budget Update, Crime Report
June 23 – Climate Action Plan/Resiliency Update, Digital Strategic Plan/ERMA/Website Update
July 21 – no workshops scheduled “yet”
Unscheduled – Cannabis Health Considerations
Unscheduled PRESENTATIONS
BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry (November 2020)
Worth Noting:
- Saturday, October 12 is the Emergency Prep Fair
- Choose 100% renewable electricity thru Opt Up for 100% Clean Electricity through East Bay Community Energy by choosing Renewable 100 https://ebce.org/opt-up/. If your budget is too squeezed to pay a few more dollars a month for 100% renewable Brilliant 100% is carbon free and the same cost as PG&E.
- The City Council October 15 meeting agenda is available for comment. Follow the link or check the highlights from the agenda following the list of meetings and events. Email comments to [email protected] https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
- East Bay SunShares Workshops, Tuesday, October 15, 6 – 7:30 pm at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center, pre-registration requested. SunShares makes it easier and more affordable for Bay Area residents to go solar. https://www.bayareasunshares.org/events
- City of Berkeley Planning open House, Wednesday, October 16, 4-6 pm, 1947 Center
- Housing Framework: What's Happening with Measures O, P and U1, Saturday, October 19, 10 am at Harriet Tubman Terrace
- 3rd National Election Integrity Conference, 10 am – 6 pm, at 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, last day of two-day conference, theme “In Paper We Trust” This is a ticketed event with discounts for seniors, students, educators. https://nvrtf.org
- Tiny Living Festival – Tiny House Festival, 10 am – 6 pm, 25th St & Barrett Ave, Richmond, CA (Parking Lot across from Richmond Art Center, this is a ticketed event. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/tiny-living-festival-california-tickets-66099747123
- Community Environmental Advisory Commission – Plastics Elimination Subcommittee, 3 pm at 2000 University, Au Coquelet, Agenda: Strategies and alternatives to increasing plastic use, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Community_Environmental_Advisory_Commission/
- Measure O Bond Oversight Committee – Request for Proposals Subcommittee, 2180 Milvia, 2nd floor Dogwood Room, Agenda: 4. Funding Applications Received (4), Bridge, Northern CA Land Trust, Resources for Community Development, SAHA https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Measure_O_Bond_Oversight_Committee.aspx
- Peace and Justice Commission, 7 pm at 2180 Milvia, 1st Floor Cypress Room, Agenda: 7. City Auditor Presentation on Internal Domestic Violence Policy, 8. Presentation Alameda County Census 2020, 10. Support for strengthened police oversight https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Peace_and_Justice_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Personnel Board, 7 – 9 pm, 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Conference Room, Agenda: VI. Discussion only Temporary Employee Report https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Personnel_Board_Homepage.aspx
- Free Smoking Cessation Clinic, 6 – 8 pm at 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=16272
- Tax the Rich Rally, with music by Occupella, 5 – 6 pm at the Top of Solano in front of the Closed Oaks Theater, Rain/Extreme Heat Cancels.
- Yom Kippur – begins at sunset Tuesday and ends at night fall Wednesday, October 9
- Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board – Tenant Rights, 6 – 7:30 pm, 2090 Kittredge, Berkeley Central Library, 3rd floor Community Room, 6. Annual Inflationary Adjustment of Owner Move-in and Ellis Act Relocation assistance payments, 7. Mayor’s Framework for Berkeley’s Affordable Housing. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
- Police Review Commission – Probation & Parole Searches Subcommittee, 11 am, at 1947 Center, 1st Floor, Sitka Room, Agenda: draft policy language. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Homeless Commission, 7 – 9 pm at 2180 Milvia, 1st Floor Cypress Room, Agenda: 7. YEAH move to King Street, 8. Pathways Report, 9. Emergency Outdoor Shelter, 10. Income discrimination, 11. Accessibility of Commission meetings for disabled Commissioners, 12. Affordable Housing Framework, 13. Clarification on numbers of homeless families and outcomes, 14. Homeless residing on Caltrans property, 15. Tax incentive for landlords who rent to voucher holders, 16. Updates to municipal code for RV dwellers, 17. Homeless resource information for public display. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Homeless_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Parks and Waterfront Commission, 7 – 9 pm at 2800 Park St, Frances Albrier Community Center, Agenda: 10. Presentation T1Phase 1 Public Process, Updates on 11-14. Aquatic Park, 12. Marina Fiscal Subcommittee, Parks Capital Projects, Parks Planning Subcommittee. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Parks_and_Waterfront_Commission.aspx
- Police Review Commission, at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda:
- 5:30 pm Lexipol Policies Subcommittee, Policies: 421-Contacts and Temporary Detentions, 301-Use of Force Review Board, 343-Gun Violence restraining Orders, 344-Off-Duty Law Enforcement Actions, 351/1202-Second Response.
- 7 – 10 pm Regular Meeting, Agenda: 9. Surveillance Use Policies, 1301 GPS Tracking Devices and Acquisition, 10. a. Complaint regarding enforcement of laws against bicyclists, b. Handling of informal complaints, c. Lexipol Policies 349-Tactical Rifle Operator, 410-Mental Illness Commitments, 411-Cite and Release, 419-Field Training Officer Program. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Cannabis Commission, 2 – 4 pm, at 2180 Milvia St, 6th Floor, Agenda: VII. B. Recommendations on Cannabis Ordinance. http://www.cityofberkeley.info/MedicalCannabis/
- Community Environmental Advisory Commission, 7 – 9 pm at 1901 Russell St, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library, Agenda: VIII. 1. Decarbonization, 2. Cigarette Butt, 3. Bee City, 4. Climate Justice, Plastics Reduction. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Community_Environmental_Advisory_Commission/
- Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board – IRA/AGA/Registration Committee, 4:30 pm, at 2001 Center, Law Library, 2nd Floor, Agenda: 5. Annual Adjustment, 6. Inflationary adjustment of Owner Move-in and Ellis Act Relocation Assistance, Mayor’s Framework for Affordable Housing. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
- Community Meeting: King School Park and Tot Reconstruction Project, 6:30 – 8:30 pm at 1170 The Alameda, North Branch Library, Agenda: Play Structure Designs, park renovations affected by tree damage, surfacing, pathways and other improvements. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=16317
- Free Smoking Cessation Clinic, 6 – 8 pm at 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=16273
- Zero Waste Commission – Public Education Subcommittee, 1:30 – 2:30 pm at 1025 Gilman, Allegro Coffee Roasters (Inside Whole Foods), Agenda: Public outreach and education. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Zero_Waste_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Zoning Adjustment Board, 7 pm at 1231 Addison St, BUSD Board Room
- 2215 Parker – construct 2-story 6001 sq.ft. duplex on 6750 vacant parcel – staff recommend approve
- 1923 Ninth Street – demolish existing 1272 sq ft 1-story duplex and construct 3 detached 3-story single family dwelling units (A) 1856 sq ft, (B) 2006 sq ft (C) 1932 sq ft - taff recommend approve
- 3129 Lewiston – expand existing 1920 sq ft 2-story single family dwelling adding 2-story 948 sq ft including 1st floor ADU, demolish existing 2nd dwelling on 5961 sq ft parcel - taff recommend approve
- 2528B Durant – add distilled spirits incidental to food service - taff recommend approve
- 2200-2220 Fourth Street – 1) Classify existing 83,000 sq ft Wine.com as warehouse based non-store retail use, 2) add 1000 sq ft ancillary retail sales of distilled spirits to existing retail area - taff recommend approve
- 2720 San Pablo – Preview – demolish former gas and service station and construct new 6-story mixed-use with 25 dwellings (including 2 very low income units), 15 parking spaces and storage for 50 bicycles and 963 sq ft retail
- 2023-25 Shattuck – Preview- demolish remaining structure on vacant lot following fire and construct 7-story (73’5”) mixed-usewith 48 dwelling units (including 4 BMR) with 1255 sq ft ground floor commercial space. http://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
- No City meetings or events found
- Community Emergency Prep Fair, Saturday, October 12, 10 am – 3 pm, 1720 8th Street, James Kenney Park, Features demonstrations of disaster response techniques, disaster supplies, family-friendly event,
- https://bdpnnetwork.org/event/community-based-dp-demofair-2019/
- No City meetings or special events found
City Council October 15 meeting agenda highlights. For full agenda with documents click on the link https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Email comments to [email protected]
Consent: 5. Add $60,903 total $985,747 Verint Systems Inc. Software Maintenance, 6. Approve plans, accept bid $3,056,900 (includes $277,900 contingency) from D.L. Falk Construction for Central Library Improvements, 7. Approve Plans, accept bid $1,191,342 (includes contingency $198,557) from Redwood Engineering Construction for James Kenny Park, 8. Approve plans, accept bid $505,684 ( includes $65,959 Contingency) from J.A. Gonsalves&Son Construction for Bay Trail Extension to Berkeley Marina, 9. Grant application $71,510 to BAAQMD Berkeley Marina Bicycle Electronic Locker Project, 10. Mills Act Contract 2524 Dwight Way with NCR Properties LLC./Nathan D Geroge, 11. Mills Act Contract 1730 Spruce with Jeff Lipton, 12. Mills Act Contract 2526 Hawthorne Terrace with John Komoroske and Daniel McDonald, 13. On-call construction $500,000 Kitchell/CEM, Inc, $500,000 Cooper Pugeda Management, Inc.,14 - 15. Renewal Business Improvement District (BID) Advisory Boards for 2020 Elmwood and Solano, 16. Protect from deportation DACA, TPS (Temporary Protected Status, DED (Deferred Enforced Departure), 18. Grant Referral $150,000 for Capoeira Arts Foundation, 19. Health Impact Assessment Outreach Coordinator for closure of Alta Bates, 21. Authorize Additional Inclement Weather Shelter at Old City Hall from Oct 15 2019-April 30, 2020, 24. Prohibit Use of Face Recognition Technology, 25. Support Auto Worker’s Strike, 27. Declare Wildfire Prevention and Safety Top Priority, 28. Budget referral 24/7 free standing Public Restroom Facility Telegraph BID, 29. Referral to City Manager Shared Streets – Telegraph, 30. Ban Racial, Ethnic, Cultural, Religious Discrimination on Basis of Hairstyle or Headwear, 31. Adopt Resolution Support Seamless Transit Principles, Action: 32. Revised Agreement with CA State Historic Preservation Officer, 33. IKE Smart City Kiosk Locations, Phase 1, 34. Zoning Ordinance Modification to Support Small Business, 35. Deaccession of Berkeley Big People, 36. Grant Writing Services, 37. Pathways – STAIR Center 1st year evaluation, 38. Lava Mae Mobile Shower and Hygiene Services, 39. Settlement Authority City Manager for Worker’s Compensation Claims - $75,000/employee 40. Wage Theft Prevention41. Referral to City Manager Develop a Bicycle Lane and Pedestrian Street Improvements Policy, Information Reports 42. 2019 3rd Qtr Investment, 43. Audit Update: Construction Permits, 44. Homeless Commission Workplan,
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
0 Euclid – Berryman Reservoir 10-29-2019
2701 Shattuck 11-12-2019
Notice of Decision (NOD) With End of Appeal Period
1825 Berkeley Way 10-21-2019
41 Fairlawn 10-15-2019
1631 McGee 10-10-2019
2873 Sacramento 10-7-2019
2512 Telegraph 10-17-2019
151 Tunnel 10-16-2019
Remanded to ZAB or LPC With 90-Day Deadline
1155-73 Hearst (develop 2 parcels) – referred back to City Council – to be scheduled
WORKSHOPS
Oct 22 – Berkeley’s 2020 Vision Update, Census 2020 Update, Short term Rentals
Nov 5 - Transfer Station Feasibility Study, Vision Zero Action Plan, Update: goBerkeley (RPP)
Jan 14 – Civic Center Visioning, Housing Financial Feasibility Study, Systems Realignment
Feb 4 – Discussion of Community Poll (Ballot Measures), Adeline Corridor Plan
March 17 – Zoning Ordinance Revision Project, CIP Update (PRW and Public Works), Measure T1 Update
May 5 – Budget Update, Crime Report
June 23 – Climate Action Plan/Resiliency Update, Digital Strategic Plan/ERMA/Website Update
July 21 – no workshops scheduled “yet”
Unscheduled – Cannabis Health Considerations
Unscheduled PRESENTATIONS
BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry (November 2020)
September 29 - October 6, 2019 - Berkeley Public Meetings and Civic Events
Worth Noting and Showing Up:
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
0 Euclid Ave – Berryman Resevoir (denial of 4G telecom facility), ZAB, 10-29-2019
2701 Shattuck (construct mixed-use building) (remanded) 11-12-2019
Notice of Decision (NOD) With End of Appeal Period
41 Fairlawn, 10-15-2019
2241 Glen, 10-2-2019
2758 Matthews 10-7-2019
1631 McGee, 10-10-2019
1410 Peralta 10-2-2019
1520 Sacramento 10-2-2019
2873 Sacramento 10-7-2019
1685 Solano 10-1-2019
2512 Telegraph 10-17-2019
151 Tunnel 10-16-2019
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
Remanded to ZAB or LPC With 90-Day Deadline
1155-73 Hearst (develop 2 parcels) – referred back to City Council – to be scheduled
WORKSHOPS
Oct 22 – Berkeley’s 2020 Vision Update, Census 2020 Update, Short term Rentals
Nov 5 - Transfer Station Feasibility Study, Vision Zero Action Plan, Update: goBerkeley (RPP – Residential Parking Permit)
Unscheduled – Cannabis Health Considerations
Unscheduled PRESENTATIONS
Adeline Corridor Plan
Worth Noting and Showing Up:
- Thursday - City Council Land Use and Facilities Policy Committees meet.
- Thursday Solar Workshop by SunShares will be repeated in Berkeley October 15.
- Note weekend ticketed events on Voting, Tiny Houses, Concert for Climate Emergency, plus Native Plant sale at Tilden Park
- Community Emergency Prep Fair, Saturday, October 12, 10 am – 3 pm, 1720 8th Street, James Kenney Park, Features demonstrations of disaster response techniques, disaster supplies, family-friendly event, https://bdpnnetwork.org/event/community-based-dp-demofair-2019/
- Film Suppressed: The Fight to Vote, 10 am, at the Grand Lake Theater, discussion to follow 38 minute documentary film on voter suppression in Georgia http://www.renaissancerialto.com/PDAOakland.php
- Tax the Rich Rally, with music by Occupella, 5 – 6 pm at the Top of Solano in front of the Closed Oaks Theater, Rain/Extreme Heat Cancels
- Agenda and Rules Committee, 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm, 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Room, Plan for October 15 Council Agenda, Consent: 4. Add $60,903 total $985,747 Verint Systems Inc. Software Maintenance, 5. Approve plans, accept bid $3,056,900 (includes $277,900 contingency) from D.L. Falk Construction for Central Library Improvements, 6. Approve Plans, accept bid $1,191,342 (includes contingency $198,557) from Redwood Engineering Construction for James Kenny Park, 7. Approve plans, accept bid $505,684 ( includes $65,959 Contingency) from J.A. Gonsalves&Son Construction for Bay Trail Extension to Berkeley Marina, 8. Grant application $71,510 to BAAQMD Berkeley Marina Bicycle Electronic Locker Project, 9. – 11. Mills Act Contracts 2524 Dwight Way with NCR Properties LLC./Nathan D Geroge, 1730 Spruce with Jeff Lipton, 2526 Hawthorne Terrace with John Komoroske and Daniel McDonald, 12. On-call construction $500,000 Kitchell/CEM, Inc, $500,000 Cooper Pugeda Management, Inc., 13 – 14. Renewal Business Improvement District (BID) Advisory Boards for 2020 Elmwood and Solano, 15. Protect from deportation DACA, TPS (Temporary Protected Status, DED (Deferred Enforced Departure), 17. Grant Referral $150,000 for Capoeira Arts Foundation, 18. Health Impact Assessment Outreach Coordinator for closure of Alta Bates, 20. Budget referral 24/7 free standing Public Restroom Facility Telegraph BID, Action: Revised Agreement with CA State Historic Preservation Officer, 22. IKE Smart City Kiosk Locations, Phase 1, 23. – 30. Continuation Sept 24 mtg, 32. Traffic Circle Policy and Recommendations, 33. Prohibit Use of Face Recognition Technology, 34. Ban Ban Racial, Ethnic, Cultural, Religious Discrimination on Basis of Hairstyle or Headwear, 36. Authorize Additional Inclement Weather Shelter at Old City Hall from Oct 15 2019-April 30, 2020, 37. Support Auto Worker’s Strike, 38. Sanctioned Homeless Encampments, 39. Declare Wildfire Prevention and Safety Top Priority, 40. Referral: Telegraph Shared Streets, 41. Support Seamless Transit Principles, Information Reports 42. 2019 3rd Qtr Investment, 43. Audit Update: Construction Permits, 44. Homeless Commission Workplan, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Agenda_Committee__2019_Index.aspx
- Board of Library Trustees, 6:30 pm at 1901 Russell St, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch, II. B,C,&D, 2020 Library Hours and Holiday schedule, E. Role Library in providing information 2020 US Census, F. Spending Authority, G. Opening Library for additional hours due to wildfire incident, III. Nominations Board President and Vice-President. https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
- Commission on Disability, 6:30 – 9 pm at 1947 Center, 4th Floor, Agenda: B. 2) Milvia Bikeway Presentation, 3) New Designs and Accessibility, 4) Transportation, 5) Housing https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Disability_Homepage.aspx
- Homeless Services Panel of Experts, 7 pm at 2180 Milvia, 1st Floor Cypress Room, Agenda: 5. Best Practices, 7. Framework proposal “Housing for a Diverse, Equitable and Creative Berkeley, 9. Update Panel and Measure O Coordination, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Homeless_Services_Panel_of_Experts.aspx
- Planning Commission, 7 – 10 pm at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: 9. Proposed Demand Management Framework, 10. Planning Commission Workplan, 11. Southside EIR Subcommittee https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Community Meeting: Willard Clubhouse, 5 – 7:30 pm at Willard Clubhouse, 2720Hillegass, Agenda: Conceptual Design for new Willard Clubhouse https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=16309
- City Council Land Use, Housing & Economic Development Committee, 10:30 am, at 2180 Milvia, Room, 6th Floor Redwood Room, Agenda: 2. Amnesty Program for Legalizing Unpermitted Dwelling Units, 3. Requiring Legal Rights for Legal Tender (cash), 4. Ronald V. Dellums Fair Chance Access to Housing and Public Health and Safety Ordinance, 5. 2019 Bi-Annual Report on Funding for Housing Programs, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Land_Use,_Housing___Economic_Development.aspx
- City Council Facilities, Infrastructure, Transportation, Environment & Sustainability Committee, 2 pm, at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Room, Agenda: 2. Require Kitchen Exhaust Ventilation in all Residential and Condominium Units undergoing Renovations and Prior to Execution of a Contract for Sale or Close of Escrow, 3. Automatic Gas Shut-off Valve Requirements in Multifamily, Condominium and Commercial Buildings Undergoing Renovations and to All existing buildings prior to execution of a contract for sal or close of escrow, 4.a. &b. Recommendations for a Fossil Free Berkeley https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Facilities,_Infrastructure,_Transportation,_Environment,___Sustainability.aspx
- Housing Advisory Commission, 7 – 9 pm at 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: 6. Recommendations to improve and enforce Smoke-Free Multi-Unit Housing Ordinance, 7. 1654 Fifth Street RFP, 8. Recommendations to Council’s draft Affordable Housing Framework, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Housing_Advisory_Commission/
- Landmarks Preservation Commission, 7 – 11:30 pm at 1947 Center St, Multipurpose Room, Basement, Agenda: 5.A. 2234 Haste Street – Structural Alteration Permit, B. 2099 M L King Jr. Way – Demolition Permit, C. 999 Anthony – Demolition Permit http://www.cityofberkeley.info/landmarkspreservationcommission/
- Public Works Commission, 7 – 10 pm at 1326 Allston Way, Willow Room, City of Berkeley Corporation Yard, No agenda posted, check before going https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Public_Works_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- East Bay SunShares Workshops, 6:30 – 8 pm at 10890 Sqn Pablo, El Cerrito City Hall, SunShares makes it easier and more affordable for Bay Area residents to go solar, workshop repeated October 15, 6 – 7:30 pm at South Berkeley Senior Center, pre-registration requested https://www.bayareasunshares.org/events
- Free Smoking Cessation Clinic, 6 – 8 pm at 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=16271
- No City meetings or events found
- 3rd National Election Integrity Conference, 10 am – 6 pm, at 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, two day conference, theme “In Paper We Trust” This is a ticketed event with discounts for seniors, students, educators, (tickets can be purchased for one or both days) https://nvrtf.org
- Music in the Park, 11 am – 4 pm at Cedar Rose Park https://www.cityofberkeley.info/communitycalendar/default.asp?date=10%2F5%2F2019&month=10&Year=2019
- Tiny Living Festival – Tiny House Festival, 10 am – 6 pm, 25th St & Barrett Ave, Richmond, CA (Parking Lot across from Richmond Art Center, this is a ticketed event https://www.eventbrite.com/e/tiny-living-festival-california-tickets-66099747123
- Native Plant Sale, 10 am – 3 pm, at Tilden Regional Park, free parking, no entrance fee https://nativeplants.org/fall-plant-sale-saturday-october-5/
- Concert for Climate Emergency, 6 – 10 pm, at 411 26th Street, Oakland, Classic Care West, Climate Emergency Fund Raiser https://ecologycenter.org/events/concert-for-the-climate-climate-emergency-mobilization-series-kick-off/
- 3rd National Election Integrity Conference, 10 am – 6 pm, at 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, two day conference, theme “In Paper We Trust” This is a ticketed event with discounts for seniors, students, educators https://nvrtf.org
- Tiny Living Festival – Tiny House Festival, 10 am – 6 pm, 25th St & Barrett Ave, Richmond, CA (Parking Lot across from Richmond Art Center, this is a ticketed event https://www.eventbrite.com/e/tiny-living-festival-california-tickets-66099747123
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
0 Euclid Ave – Berryman Resevoir (denial of 4G telecom facility), ZAB, 10-29-2019
2701 Shattuck (construct mixed-use building) (remanded) 11-12-2019
Notice of Decision (NOD) With End of Appeal Period
41 Fairlawn, 10-15-2019
2241 Glen, 10-2-2019
2758 Matthews 10-7-2019
1631 McGee, 10-10-2019
1410 Peralta 10-2-2019
1520 Sacramento 10-2-2019
2873 Sacramento 10-7-2019
1685 Solano 10-1-2019
2512 Telegraph 10-17-2019
151 Tunnel 10-16-2019
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
Remanded to ZAB or LPC With 90-Day Deadline
1155-73 Hearst (develop 2 parcels) – referred back to City Council – to be scheduled
WORKSHOPS
Oct 22 – Berkeley’s 2020 Vision Update, Census 2020 Update, Short term Rentals
Nov 5 - Transfer Station Feasibility Study, Vision Zero Action Plan, Update: goBerkeley (RPP – Residential Parking Permit)
Unscheduled – Cannabis Health Considerations
Unscheduled PRESENTATIONS
Adeline Corridor Plan
September 22 - September 29, 2019 - Berkeley Public Meetings and Civic Events
Worth Noting and Showing Up:
Tuesday – City Council
Wednesday – The Disaster and Fire Safety Commission agenda includes parking and fire truck access in the hills. The Joint Subcommittee for the Implementation of State Housing Laws agenda includes objective standards for density.
Saturday – Berkeley has designated Opportunity Zones – the Opportunity Zone Forum explores how a Trump administration created mechanism for reducing capital gains taxes through real estate development affects / may affect Berkeley residents
Sunday, September 22, 2019
Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
0 Euclid Ave – Berryman Resevoir (denial of 4G telecom facility), ZAB, 10-29-2019
2701 Shattuck (construct mixed-use building) (remanded) 11-12-2019
Notice of Decision (NOD) With End of Appeal Period
2241 Glen, 10-2-2019
2758 Matthews 10-7-2019
1410 Peralta 10-2-2019
1520 Sacramento 10-2-2019
1685 Solano 10-1-2019
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
Remanded to ZAB or LPC With 90-Day Deadline
1155-73 Hearst (develop 2 parcels) – referred back to City Council – to be scheduled
WORKSHOPS
Oct 22 – Berkeley’s 2020 Vision Update, Census 2020 Update, Short term Rentals
Nov 5 - Transfer Station Feasibility Study, Vision Zero Action Plan, Update: goBerkeley (RPP – Residential Parking Permit)
Unscheduled – Cannabis Health Considerations
Unscheduled PRESENTATIONS
Adeline Corridor Plan
Worth Noting and Showing Up:
Tuesday – City Council
Wednesday – The Disaster and Fire Safety Commission agenda includes parking and fire truck access in the hills. The Joint Subcommittee for the Implementation of State Housing Laws agenda includes objective standards for density.
Saturday – Berkeley has designated Opportunity Zones – the Opportunity Zone Forum explores how a Trump administration created mechanism for reducing capital gains taxes through real estate development affects / may affect Berkeley residents
Sunday, September 22, 2019
- District 5 Residents, Town Hall with Councilmember Sophie Hahn and Mayor Jesse Arreguin, 10:30 am at Beth El Synagogue & “BYO” Picnic for noon to 2 pm, at Live Oak Park in front of the Berkeley Art Center
- City Council Health, Life Enrichment, Equity & Community Committee, 10 am, at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Room, Agenda: 2. Leonard Powell, receivership, City Actions, policy recommendations, public meetings a. HAC, b. Peace&Justice Commission, c. Kesarwani, d. Bartlett https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Health,_Life_Enrichment,_Equity___Community.aspx
- Traffic Circle Policy Task Force – Planting Subcommittee Committee, 6:30 pm, at 2000 University, Au Coquelet, III. 2. Aligning Vegetation Subcommittee Report with Summary Report https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Traffic_Circle_Policy_Task_Force.aspx
- Zero Waste Commission, 7 – 9 pm at 1326 Allston Way, Willow Room, City of Berkeley Corporation Yard, 2. Reusable Cup Program, 3. Single Use Foodware, 6. Community Composting, 7. Deconstruction – Demolition Materials Markets, 8. Plastics Recycling, 9. Closure Redemption Centers. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Zero_Waste_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Tax the Rich Rally, with music by Occupella, 5 – 6 pm at the Top of Solano in front of the Closed Oaks Theater,
- Berkeley City Council, Tuesday, 1231 Addison Street, BUSD Board Room, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/ContentDisplay.aspx?id=9868
- Closed Session, 5:30 - 6 pm, Agenda: Pending litigation, 1. Claim by David Dhailwal, Austine Warren, Gary Fong No. 0109BC2019-0001, 2. Taehee Park v. City of Berkeley RG 17 852489
- Regular Meeting, 6:00 pm – 11:00 pm, Agenda, Consent: 2. Increase NetFile Contract to $133,200 thru May 31, 2023 for regular annual maintenance for online campaign report, Form 700 filing and tracking and lobbyist registration, 3. 1 yr contract $150,000 with NV5 to develop City’s website, 4. IKE Smart City Kiosk Locations in Downtown, Telegraph and Lorin Commercial Districts, 5. Modifications(streamlining) Zoning Ordinance to allow approvals in commercial districts for permitting and licensing by zoning certificate, 7. Amend Bay Area Community Services Contract add $300,000 total $6,880,149 (4yr contract) for homeless people presenting at North County Housing Resource Center, 8. $28,115for Community Housing Development Organizations, 9. Tenant Opportunity to Purchase Act (TOPA) Ordinance, 10. Authorizes City Manager authority to settle Worker’s Comp Claims up to $75,000, 11. Provide 3% Special Class Commercial License Premium to Solid Waste Supervisor Job Classification, 12. Contract with Ghilotti Construction Co for John Hinkel Park Improvement $658,588 – 20% contingency $131,718, total $790,306, 13. Contract with The Dutra Group $261,100 – 15% contingency $39,165, total $300,265 for ADA accessible Gangway Project at Berkeley Marina South Cove, 14. Contract with Mar Con Builders $5,226,363 – 20% contingency $1,045,272 total $6,271,635 for Live Oak Community Center seismic Upgrade, 15. Contract with Don Fowler Construction for Tuolumne Camp Repairs $228,735 which includes 15% contingency, 16. $7,000 for Technical Assistance in Grant Application for Housing Protection and Preservation, 17. Add $500,000 (total $900,000) to add 1 yr thru June 30, 2022 to Contract with Coastland Civil Engineering for on-call Civil engineering Services for Sanitary Sewer Program, 18. Add $225,000 (total $725,000) Fehr & Peers, Inc for On-call Transportation Planning Services, 19. Support H.R. 2809 – Nutrition Act of 2019, 20. United Against Hate Week 2019, 21. Declare Oct 2, 2019 as Clean Air Day, 22. Support AB 342 Prohibiting Use of Public Lands for Oil and Gas Production, 23. Support SB 210 Implement heavy duty vehicle inspection and maintenance program 24. Pollinators and Habitat referral to City Manager, 25. Naming Berkeley Paths for Women Founders of Berkeley Path Wanderers Association, 26. Support Resolution to CPUC Rule 20A projects (undergrounding utilities) 27. Support ACA – 8 Elections: lower voting age to 17, 28. Set aside $100,000 for freestanding 24/7 public restroom facility in Telegraph Business Improvement District, 29. Referral Telegraph Crosswalk Art Installations, Action: 31. ZAB Appeal 2325 Sixth St, 32. Referral Response Grant Writing Services, 33. Allowance 3404 King Street to Covenant House to operate a Shelter for Homeless Youth, Amend Contract by $357,020 total $1,630,572 to Covenant House to operate 12-bed transitional housing program (currently awarded to Fred Finch Youth Center), 34. Develop Bicycle Lane and Pedestrian Street Improvements Policy, 35. Referral Response (May 26, 2015 and Nov 13, 2018) Lava Mae Mobile Shower and Hygiene Services, 36. a&b. Health Study Health Disparities and Mortality Rates of Berkeley’s homeless, 37. a.&b. Utilization of 1281 University for up to 8-10 RV dwellers selected on strength of ties to Berkeley, 38. Wage Theft Program, Information Reports: 39. Short Term Referral Process Update, 40. Remove Berkeley Big People on I80 pedestrian bridge from City of Berkeley civic art collection, 41. First Year Data Pathways STAIR Center, 42. 2019 HAC Work Plan, 43. Planning Commission work Plan.
- Community Environmental Advisory Commission – Sustainable Mobility Subcommittee, 7 pm at 2000 University, Au Coquelet, III1. 1. Combustion Vehicle Operation Plan, 2. Combustion Vehicle Resale Plan, 3. Fossil Fuel Sales Ban http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Community_Environmental_Advisory_Commission/
- Fair Campaign Practices Commission – Officeholder Account Subcommittee, 10 am at 2180 Milvia, 1st Floor, Chinquapin Room, 6. Recommendation Eliminating or Restricting Officeholder Accounts. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/FCPC/
- Civic Arts Commission, 6 – 8 pm at 1901 Russell St, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library, Agenda: 6. a).Short Term Rental revenue, c)Public Art Heart Sounds Bench, d) Diana Rossi Mosaic for Live Oak Park, e) Final Artwork N. Berkeley Senior Center, f) Accept Photos by Orin Rutchick into Collection. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CivicArtsCommissionHomepage/
- Commission on the Status of Women, 6:45 – 9 pm at 2180 Milvia, Cypress Room, NO Agenda Posted – check before going https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_the_Status_of_Women_Homepage.aspx
- Disaster and Fire Safety Commission, 7 – 9 pm at 997 Cedar St, Fire Department Training Center, Agenda: Recommendation Council Action on Ensuring Fire Equipment Access, 4. Safe Passages, 5. Vegetation Management, 6. Wildfire Priority Issues – Parking, Prevention, Emergency Preparedness, 8. Sirens, 9. Power Shut-offs, 10. Special Tax Assessment for Wildfire Prevention, 11. Drones for Disaster Management https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Disaster_and_Fire_Safety_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Energy Commission, 6:30 – 9 pm at 1947 Center St, Agenda: 4. Recommendation to Council 2019 Building Code Amendments w/Deep Green Initiative, 5. Presentation Proposed Transfer Tax Rebate Program https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Energy_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Joint Subcommittee for the Implementation of State Housing Laws, 7 – 9 pm at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Room, Agenda: 9. Objective Standards for Density https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Joint_Subcommittee_for_the_Implementation_of_State_Housing_Laws_Homepage.aspx
- Community Health Commission, 6:30 – 9 pm at 2939 Ellis St. South Berkeley Senior Center, NO Agenda Posted – check before going https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Community_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Mental Health Commission, 7 – 9 pm at 1947 Center St, Agenda: 3. Covenant House Presentation – Jarekhye Covarrubias, 4.&5. Nominations Edward Opton & Maria Moore to Commission, 6. Recommendation to Council that BMH develop 5 yr Strategic Plan, 8. Data Collection Client Population for Evaluation Service Delivery, 9. Overall Costs for 50 Highest Frequency Service Users, 10. Capability of Adeptly Serving Clients Who Use Substances https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Mental_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Zoning Adjustment Board, 7 pm at 1231 Addison St, BUSD Board Room, Agenda:
- 2526 Durant – Add distilled spirits – continue to October 10
- 1923 Ninth Street – demolish existing 1-story duplex, construct 3 detached 3-story single family units – continue to October 10
- 2215 Parker – “0” Parker – Construct 2-story duplex on vacant parcel – continue to October 10
- 1825 Berkeley Way – construct two additional dwelling units on parcel with single-family dwelling, Staff Recommend - Approve http://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
- Strawberry Creek Park Phase 2 Renovation Project, 6:30 – 8 pm at 1326 Allston Way https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=16294
- Free Smoking Cessation Clinic, 6 – 8 pm at South Berkeley Senior Center https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=16270
- Councilmember Cheryl Davila Open Office Hours, 2 – 4 pm, 2033 San Pablo, Lanesplitter Pizza
- Economic Opportunity Zones: An Opportunity for Berkeley?, 10 am – 12 pm, 1744 University Ave, Church of the Cross, forum on how Opportunity Zones affects Berkeley, sponsored by BNC Berkeley Neighborhoods, invited participants, Berkeley Economic Development – Christopher Karachale, Councilmembers – Ben Bartlett, Cheryl Davila, Kate Harrison, City Manager’s Office and Mayor’s Office.
- Ohlone Park Proposed Improvements Community Meeting, 10 am - 12 pm at 2180 Milvia, Cypress Room https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=16306
- No City meetings or events found
Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
0 Euclid Ave – Berryman Resevoir (denial of 4G telecom facility), ZAB, 10-29-2019
2701 Shattuck (construct mixed-use building) (remanded) 11-12-2019
Notice of Decision (NOD) With End of Appeal Period
2241 Glen, 10-2-2019
2758 Matthews 10-7-2019
1410 Peralta 10-2-2019
1520 Sacramento 10-2-2019
1685 Solano 10-1-2019
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
Remanded to ZAB or LPC With 90-Day Deadline
1155-73 Hearst (develop 2 parcels) – referred back to City Council – to be scheduled
WORKSHOPS
Oct 22 – Berkeley’s 2020 Vision Update, Census 2020 Update, Short term Rentals
Nov 5 - Transfer Station Feasibility Study, Vision Zero Action Plan, Update: goBerkeley (RPP – Residential Parking Permit)
Unscheduled – Cannabis Health Considerations
Unscheduled PRESENTATIONS
Adeline Corridor Plan
September 15 - September 22, 2019 - Berkeley Public Meetings and Civic Events
Worth Noting:
Monday - The City Council Agenda and Rules Committee will be discussing the proposals for how City Council agendas are developed and City Council meetings are conducted. The Agenda and Rules committee will also discuss the plan for evaluating the City Manager - no performance evaluation has been completed since hiring January 9, 2015.
Wednesday – The Animal Care Commission is once again reviewing the number of dogs walked at the same time by one person (4) or (8).
The September 24 City Council Meeting Agenda follows the summary of weekly meetings and is available for comment email [email protected]
Sunday, September 15, 2019
Sunday, September 22, 2019
Berkeley City Council September 24 Agenda, Consent: 2. Increase NetFile Contract to $133,200 thru May 31, 2023 for regular annual maintenance for online campaign report, Form 700 filing and tracking and lobbyist registration, 3. 1 yr contract $150,000 with NV5 to develop City’s website, 4. IKE Smart City Kiosk Locations in Downtown, Telegraph and Lorin Commercial Districts, 5. Modifications(streamlining) Zoning Ordinance to allow approvals in commercial districts for permitting and licensing by zoning certificate, 7. Amend Bay Area Community Services Contract add $300,000 total $6,880,149 (4yr contract) for homeless people presenting at North County Housing Resource Center, 8. $28,115for Community Housing Development Organizations, 9. Tenant Opportunity to Purchase Act (TOPA) Ordinance, 10. Authorizes City Manager authority to settle Worker’s Comp Claims up to $75,000, 11. Provide 3% Special Class Commercial License Premium to Solid Waste Supervisor Job Classification, 12. Contract with Ghilotti Construction Co for John Hinkel Park Improvement $658,588 – 20% contingency $131,718, total $790,306, 13. Contract with The Dutra Group $261,100 – 15% contingency $39,165, total $300,265 for ADA accessible Gangway Project at Berkeley Marina South Cove, 14. Contract with Mar Con Builders $5,226,363 – 20% contingency $1,045,272 total $6,271,635 for Live Oak Community Center seismic Upgrade, 15. Contract with Don Fowler Construction for Tuolumne Camp Repairs $228,735 which includes 15% contingency, 16. $7,000 for Technical Assistance in Grant Application for Housing Protection and Preservation, 17. Add $500,000 (total $900,000) to add 1 yr thru June 30, 2022 to Contract with Coastland Civil Engineering for on-call Civil engineering Services for Sanitary Sewer Program, 18. Add $225,000 (total $725,000) qirh Fehr & Peers, Inc for On-call Transportation Planning Services, 19. Support H.R. 2809 – Nutrition Act of 2019, 20. United Against Hate Week 2019, 21. Declare Oct 2, 2019 as Clean Air Day, 22. Support AB 342 Prohibiting Use of Public Lans for Oil and Gas Production, 23. Support SB 210Implement heavy duty vehicle inspection and maintenance program 24. Pollinators and Habitat referral to City Manager, 25. Naming Berkeley Paths for Women Founders of Berkeley Path Wanderers Association, 26. Support Resolution to CPUC Rule 20A projects (undergrounding utilities) 27. Support ACA – 8 Elections: lower voting age to 17, 28. Set aside $100,000 for freestanding 24/7 public restroom facility in Telegraph Business Improvement District, 29. Referral Telegraph Crosswalk Art Installations, Action: 31. ZAB Appeal 2325 Sixth St, 32. Referral Response Grant Writing Services, 33. Allowance 3404 King Street to Covenant House to operate a Shelter for Homeless Youth, Amend Contract by $357,020 total $1,630,572 to Covenant House to operate 12-bed transitional housing program (currently awarded to Fred Finch Youth Center), 34. Develop Bicycle Lane and Pedestrian Street Improvements Policy, 35. Referral Response (May 26, 2015 and Nov 13, 2018) Lava Mae Mobile Shower and Hygiene Services, 36. a&b. Health Study Health Disparities and Mortality Rates of Berkeley’s homeless, 37. a.&b. Utilization of 1281 University for up to 8-10 RV dwellers selected on strength of ties to Berkeley, 38. Wage Theft Program, Information Reports: 39. Short Term Referral Process Update, 40. Remove Berkeley Big People on I80 pedestrian bridge from City of Berkeley civic art collection, 41. First Year Data Pathways STAIR Center, 42. 2019 HAC Work Plan, 43. Planning Commission work Plan.
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
2325 Sixth Street (single family residence) ZAB, 9-24-2019
0 Euclid Ave – Berryman Resevoir (denial of 4G telecom facility), ZAB, 10-29-2019
2701 Shattuck (construct mixed-use building) (remanded) 11-12-2019
Notice of Decision (NOD) With End of Appeal Period
2241 Glen, 10-2-2019
2758 Matthews 10-2-2019
1520 Sacramento 10-2-2019
1446 Scenic 9-19-2019
11141 Shattuck 9-25-2019
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
Remanded to ZAB or LPC With 90-Day Deadline
1155-73 Hearst (develop 2 parcels) – referred back to City Council – to be scheduled
WORKSHOPS
Oct 22 – Berkeley’s 2020 Vision Update, Census 2020 Update, Short term Rentals
Nov 5 - Transfer Station Feasibility Study, Vision Zero Action Plan, Update: goBerkeley (RPP – Residential Parking Permit)
Unscheduled – Cannabis Health Considerations
Unscheduled PRESENTATIONS
Adeline Corridor Plan
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This meeting list is also posted in the Berkeley Daily Planet under activist’s calendar http://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
Worth Noting:
Monday - The City Council Agenda and Rules Committee will be discussing the proposals for how City Council agendas are developed and City Council meetings are conducted. The Agenda and Rules committee will also discuss the plan for evaluating the City Manager - no performance evaluation has been completed since hiring January 9, 2015.
Wednesday – The Animal Care Commission is once again reviewing the number of dogs walked at the same time by one person (4) or (8).
The September 24 City Council Meeting Agenda follows the summary of weekly meetings and is available for comment email [email protected]
Sunday, September 15, 2019
- No City meetings or events found
- City Council Agenda and Rules Committee 2:30 pm, at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Conf Room, Agenda: 2. Discussion and Direction Regarding Revisions to City Council Rules of Procedures and Order (how City Council meetings are planned and conducted), 3. Discussion and Direction on City Manager Evaluation Process. Meeting Packet 148 pages https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Agenda_Committee__2019_Index.aspx
- Council Public Safety Committee, 10:00 am – 12 pm, at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room, Agenda: 2. Adopt an Ordinance Amending Berkeley Municipal Code Chapter 2.99 to Prohibit City Use of Face Recognition Technology https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Public_Safety.aspx
- Children, Youth and Recreation Commission, 7 – 9 pm at 2800 Park St, Frances Albrier Community Center at San Pablo Park, Agenda: 8. Aquatic Park Lagoon, 9. New West Campus Pool Hours, http://www.ci.berkeley.ca.us/Children_Youth_and_Recreation_Commission/
- Measure O Bond Oversight Committee, 6:30 pm, at 2180 Milvia, Cypress Room, Agenda: 2. Draft Framework for Berkeley’s Affordable Housing, 3. Public Hearing on Housing Trust Fund Projects https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Measure_O_Bond_Oversight_Committee.aspx
- Planning Commission – Zoning Ordinance Revision Project Subcommittee (ZORP), 7 – 9 pm at 1947 Center, basement, Multi-purpose Room, Agenda: 6. ZORP Background & Review https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Public Works Commission – Measure T1 Subcommittee, 9 – 11 am at 1947 Center, 1st Floor, Sitka Spruce Room, Agenda: 3. B. T1 Audit, c. Phase 2 Timeline, d. Possible Allocation Options for Remainder of T1 Funds https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Public_Works_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Tax the Rich Rally, with music by Occupella, 5 – 6 pm at the Top of Solano in front of the Closed Oaks Theater, Rain/Extreme Heat Cancels
- Berkeley City Council, 1231 Addison Street, BUSD Board Room,
- Closed Session, 4:30 pm, Agenda: 1. Anticipated Litigation – one case, 2. Conference with Real Property Negotiators (City Manager) Gov Code Section 54956.8 (purchase, sale, exchange or lease of Real Property) 752 Grayson Property Owner City of Berkeley, Negotiating Under Negotiation Price and terms, Negotiating parties City of Berkeley and 752 Grayson Owner LLC,
- Special Meeting, 6 pm, Agenda: 1. Berkeley City Arts and Culture Plan, 2. Zero Waste Rate Review https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
- Animal Care Commission, 7 – 9 pm at 1 Bolivar Drive, Berkeley Animal Shelter, Agenda: V. a) revisit maximum number of dogs walked at one time by single person 4 dogs to 8 dogs, b) revisit licensing dog walkers, e) establish large dog exercise area in Aquatic Park in conjunction with Friends of Berkeley Animal Care Services. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Animal_Care_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Commission on Aging, 1 – 3 pm at 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: 5. Presentation Vision Zero, 9. Senior Housing Crisis, 10. Homelessness among the elderly, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Aging_Homepage.aspx
- Commission on Labor, 7 – 9 pm at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: 5. 1) Presentation racial wage gap in restaurant industry, 2) City of Berkeley Procurement and Commission on Labor oversighthttps://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Labor_Homepage.aspx
- Human Welfare & Community Action Commission, 7 – 9 pm at 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: 3. Easy Does It Audit, 5. Review City Funded Agency Program LifeLong Medical Care – Primary Care/Acupuncture, 9. Disabled Accessibility in high-density areas, 13. West Berkeley Air Quality, 14. Update closure of Alta Bates https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Human_Welfare_and_Community_Action_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Police Review Commission, 7 – 10 pm, at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: 9. a. Surveillance Use Policies – GPS tracking devices, b. Lexipol Policies for review, Use of Force, Major Incident Notification, Volunteer Program, Service Animals, Gun Restraining Orders, Off-Duty Law Enforcement Actions, Firearms and Tactics Unit, Second Response, Hostage and Barricade Incidents, Foreign Diplomatic and Consular Representatives, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- City Council Land Use, Housing & Economic Development Committee, 10:30 am, 2180 Milvia, 1st Floor, - Cypress Room, Agenda: 2. Referral to the City Manager to return to Council an Amnesty Program for Legalizing Unpermitted Dwelling Units, 3. Adopt an Ordinance to Berkeley Municipal Code requiring legal rights for legal tender (accepting cash), 4. Ronald Dellums Fair Chance Access to Housing and Public Health and Safety Ordinance, 5. Spring 2019 Bi-Annual Report on Funding for Housing Programs. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Land_Use,_Housing___Economic_Development.aspx
- Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board, 7 – 11 pm, at 1231 Addison St, Agenda: 5. Appeal 1312 Delaware, 6. A. 1) Definition of Principal Residence http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
- Design Review Committee, 7 – 10 pm at 1947 Center St, Basement Multi-purpose Room, Agenda:
- 2035 Blake Street – Final Review Follow-up garage door only
- 2542 Durant – Final Review demolish asphalt parking lot 5-story mixed-use 32 residential units and ground level commercial space
- 2352 Shattuck – continued preliminary review demolish two existing commercial buildings, split lot, construct two 8-story mixed-use with 206 units (including 15 very low income units) 12,154 sq ft commercial space and 16930 sq ft usable open space, 90 parking spaces
- 1835 San Pablo – preview to demolish existing 1-story commercial building and construct 6-story mixed use with 95 units (including 7 very low income units) https://www.cityofberkeley.info/designreview/
- Fair Campaign Practices Commission, 7 pm at 2180 Milvia, Cypress, Agenda: 6. Approval of Cost of Living Adjustment, 7. Staff report possible BERA violation Candidate Lacey for 2018 https://www.cityofberkeley.info/FCPC/
- Open Government Commission, 8 pm at 2180 Milvia, Cypress Room, Agenda: 6. Recommendations from Democracy Project Subcommittee http://www.cityofberkeley.info/opengovermentcommission/
- Sugar-Sweetened Beverage Product Panel of Experts, 6:30 – 9 pm at 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, No Agenda Published https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Sugar-Sweetened_Beverage_Product_Panel_of_Experts.aspx
- Transportation Commission, 7 – 10 pm at 1326 Allston Way, Corp Yard, Building A Willow Room, Agenda: 2. Fossil Fuel Free Berkeley, 3. Milvia Bikeway, 4. Sacramento Complete Streets, 5. Stop Sign Warrants https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Transportation_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Free Smoking Cessation Clinic, 6 – 8 pm, at 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=16269
- Global Climate Strike - Youth Climate Strike (all ages encouraged to join), 10 am – 5 pm, start San Francisco Federal Building, 90 7th Street, Nancy Pelosi Office https://actionnetwork.org/events/bay-area-youth-led-climate-strike? https://350bayarea.org/event/youth-climate-strike-march
- Family Game Night, 6 – 8 pm, at Frances Albrier Community Center https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=16284
- Family Game Night, 6 – 8 pm, at Willard Clubhouse https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=16285
- Music in the Park, 1 – 4 pm, at Grove Park https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=16283
- International Shoreline Cleanup, 9 am – 12 pm, at 2939 https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=16280
Sunday, September 22, 2019
- District 5 Residents, Town Hall with Councilmember Sophie Hahn and Mayor Jesse Arreguin, 10:30 am at Beth El Synagogue & “BYO” Picnic for noon to 2 pm, at Live Oak Park in front of the Berkeley Art Center
Berkeley City Council September 24 Agenda, Consent: 2. Increase NetFile Contract to $133,200 thru May 31, 2023 for regular annual maintenance for online campaign report, Form 700 filing and tracking and lobbyist registration, 3. 1 yr contract $150,000 with NV5 to develop City’s website, 4. IKE Smart City Kiosk Locations in Downtown, Telegraph and Lorin Commercial Districts, 5. Modifications(streamlining) Zoning Ordinance to allow approvals in commercial districts for permitting and licensing by zoning certificate, 7. Amend Bay Area Community Services Contract add $300,000 total $6,880,149 (4yr contract) for homeless people presenting at North County Housing Resource Center, 8. $28,115for Community Housing Development Organizations, 9. Tenant Opportunity to Purchase Act (TOPA) Ordinance, 10. Authorizes City Manager authority to settle Worker’s Comp Claims up to $75,000, 11. Provide 3% Special Class Commercial License Premium to Solid Waste Supervisor Job Classification, 12. Contract with Ghilotti Construction Co for John Hinkel Park Improvement $658,588 – 20% contingency $131,718, total $790,306, 13. Contract with The Dutra Group $261,100 – 15% contingency $39,165, total $300,265 for ADA accessible Gangway Project at Berkeley Marina South Cove, 14. Contract with Mar Con Builders $5,226,363 – 20% contingency $1,045,272 total $6,271,635 for Live Oak Community Center seismic Upgrade, 15. Contract with Don Fowler Construction for Tuolumne Camp Repairs $228,735 which includes 15% contingency, 16. $7,000 for Technical Assistance in Grant Application for Housing Protection and Preservation, 17. Add $500,000 (total $900,000) to add 1 yr thru June 30, 2022 to Contract with Coastland Civil Engineering for on-call Civil engineering Services for Sanitary Sewer Program, 18. Add $225,000 (total $725,000) qirh Fehr & Peers, Inc for On-call Transportation Planning Services, 19. Support H.R. 2809 – Nutrition Act of 2019, 20. United Against Hate Week 2019, 21. Declare Oct 2, 2019 as Clean Air Day, 22. Support AB 342 Prohibiting Use of Public Lans for Oil and Gas Production, 23. Support SB 210Implement heavy duty vehicle inspection and maintenance program 24. Pollinators and Habitat referral to City Manager, 25. Naming Berkeley Paths for Women Founders of Berkeley Path Wanderers Association, 26. Support Resolution to CPUC Rule 20A projects (undergrounding utilities) 27. Support ACA – 8 Elections: lower voting age to 17, 28. Set aside $100,000 for freestanding 24/7 public restroom facility in Telegraph Business Improvement District, 29. Referral Telegraph Crosswalk Art Installations, Action: 31. ZAB Appeal 2325 Sixth St, 32. Referral Response Grant Writing Services, 33. Allowance 3404 King Street to Covenant House to operate a Shelter for Homeless Youth, Amend Contract by $357,020 total $1,630,572 to Covenant House to operate 12-bed transitional housing program (currently awarded to Fred Finch Youth Center), 34. Develop Bicycle Lane and Pedestrian Street Improvements Policy, 35. Referral Response (May 26, 2015 and Nov 13, 2018) Lava Mae Mobile Shower and Hygiene Services, 36. a&b. Health Study Health Disparities and Mortality Rates of Berkeley’s homeless, 37. a.&b. Utilization of 1281 University for up to 8-10 RV dwellers selected on strength of ties to Berkeley, 38. Wage Theft Program, Information Reports: 39. Short Term Referral Process Update, 40. Remove Berkeley Big People on I80 pedestrian bridge from City of Berkeley civic art collection, 41. First Year Data Pathways STAIR Center, 42. 2019 HAC Work Plan, 43. Planning Commission work Plan.
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
2325 Sixth Street (single family residence) ZAB, 9-24-2019
0 Euclid Ave – Berryman Resevoir (denial of 4G telecom facility), ZAB, 10-29-2019
2701 Shattuck (construct mixed-use building) (remanded) 11-12-2019
Notice of Decision (NOD) With End of Appeal Period
2241 Glen, 10-2-2019
2758 Matthews 10-2-2019
1520 Sacramento 10-2-2019
1446 Scenic 9-19-2019
11141 Shattuck 9-25-2019
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
Remanded to ZAB or LPC With 90-Day Deadline
1155-73 Hearst (develop 2 parcels) – referred back to City Council – to be scheduled
WORKSHOPS
Oct 22 – Berkeley’s 2020 Vision Update, Census 2020 Update, Short term Rentals
Nov 5 - Transfer Station Feasibility Study, Vision Zero Action Plan, Update: goBerkeley (RPP – Residential Parking Permit)
Unscheduled – Cannabis Health Considerations
Unscheduled PRESENTATIONS
Adeline Corridor Plan
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This meeting list is also posted in the Berkeley Daily Planet under activist’s calendar http://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
Berkeley Public Meetings and Civic Events for September 8 - 14, 2019
Worth Noting:
-- 3rd Annual Ride Electric Event is Saturday, Sept. 14. Get smart about electric vehicles and e-bikes, -see:
https://driveelectricweek.org/event.php?eventid=1630
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Sunday, September 8, 2019 - No City meetings listed.
The Solano Stroll, from 10 am – 5 pm; - see: https://www.solanoavenueassn.org/events/solano-avenue-stroll/
Monday, September 9, 2019
Tax the Rich Rally, with music by Occupella, 5 – 6 pm at the Top of Solano Ave in front of the closed Oaks Theater. Rain or extreme heat cancels the event.
Facilities, Infrastructure, Transportation, Environment & Sustainability Committee, at 10am-12 noon, at 2180 Milvia St.,On agenda: #2. Air Quailty Monitoring, #3.Ban discrimination via hairstyle or headwear, #4a&b.Recommended Code Enforcement Actions and justice for homeowner Leonard Powell. -See:
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Budget___Finance.aspx
City Council Agenda Committee Meeting at 2:30-3:30 pm, at 2180 Milvia St., Redwood Room. On agenda: #3. Selection of Item for Berkeley Considers Online Engagement; & Review Item: #8 Revison to Council Rules of Procedure and Order; - see: https://www.cityofberkeley.info/uploadedFiles/Clerk/2019-09-09%20Agenda%20
Packet%20-%20Agenda%20Committee.pdf ---
Concurrent Meeting of Subcommittees: Parks and Waterfront, Measure-T1, &T-1 Landmarks Commissions, from 12:30-1:30 pm, at 2180 Milvia St., Cypress Conference Room, 1st Floor. On agenda: #3. Civic Center Vision Implementation Plan; - see:
http://www.cityofbrkeeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Public_Works_Commission_Homepage.aspx
or
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/uploadedFiles/Public_Works/Commissions/Commission_for_Public_Works/SubcommitteeMtg9.9.19_Lndmks_T1_PW_Pks_Agenda.pdf
Peace & Justice Commission, from 7-10 pm, at 2180 Milvia St., Cypress Room, 1st Floor. On agenda: #7. Resolution to expropriate private and corporate property to end homelessness; #8. letter to City Council in support of resolution endorsing the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child; --see:
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/uploadedFiles/Health_Human_Services/Commissions/Commission_for_Peace_and_Justice/September%209%20Agenda%20Packet.pdf
Courage Campaign will be going live on Facebook with the California Labor Federation on Monday, September 9, to discuss how passing Assembly Bill 5 (AB-5) will give California workers (like Lyft- Uber-& others) who are misclassified as independent contractors the rights they are due, like minimum wage, unemployment benefits, workers compensation, and more.
Join us Live on Monday, September 9 at 12pm PST as we stream live with the California Labor Federation at
https://www.facebook.com/CourageCampaign/posts/10156788789092568
Tuesday, September 10, 2019
Solano Ave Business Improvement District Advisory Board Meeting, from 11:30am-1 pm, at Thousand Oaks Baptist Church, at 1821 Catalina Ave.(& Colusa St). On agenda: #3. Public Events & Expenditures for 2020. --See:
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/uploadedFiles/Manager/Economic_Development/9_10_2019agenda.pdf
City Council Meeting at School Dist. Boardroom, 1231 Addison St. (& Browning St.)
-- Special Meeting, from 5-6 pm, Conference with Counsel on two pending litigations, - see
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx#2019
-- Regular Meeting, from 6-11pm. On agenda - (73 Items listed-- 38 Recess Items, 16 Consent Items, 19 Action Items) -
On CONSENT : #1. Recess item - Reject all bids for John Hinkel Park Improvement Project – Negotiate in Open Market, # 5. Increase contract by $175,000 to $541,004 with Konica Minolta Business Solutions for annual renewal, maintenance and updates thru Sept 18, 2024, #6. Updated Commissioners’ Manual, #7. $600,000 for On-call graphic design contracts, #9. $12,590,000 Formal Bid solicitations RFP, #10. P.O. Aramark Uniform Rental and Laundry Service, $468,067 thru Jan 4, 2022, #11. $828,170 to Toshiba Managed Printed Services for citywide print and copy services for 3 yr coverage, #12. $85,721 to Berkeley Drop-in to operate homeless storage locker program, #13. $159,000 Dental Health Services to BUSD thru June 30, 2022, #15. $100,000 for consulting services to ensure implementation of Easy Does It audit findings, #16. State Minimum Wage Increases – Camps Classifications, #17. Berkeley Minimum Wage Increases, #18. Increase to $200,000 doe Computer Hardware and Software, #19. Add $99,700 for total $303,960 Geographic Technologies Group for Geographic Information System Master Plan contract Sept 14, 2016 – June 30, 2021, #21. $360,000 for 2 yr contract for portable toilets, with option to extend for 3-12 month periods thru Sept 30, 2024, total amount not to exceed $900,000, #22. $192,000 with Rincon Consultants, Inc. for Southside Initial Study and EIR for period of 16 months, #24. $250,000 to DC Electric, On-Call Electronic Traffic Calming Devices Maintenance Project, #25. Increase contract by $473,835 total $38,944,818 with C. Overaa & Co. for Center St Parking Garage, #26. Increase by $50,000 to $234,500 for On-Call Consulting with Northgate Environmental Management, #27. Game day Towing, #28. Agreement with East Bay Regional Park District for Tilden Park, #29. Green Infrastructure Plan Adoption, #30. Live Animal Sales disclosure requirements, #31. Provision of Wheelchair Charging for Homeless, #33. Outdoor Public Warning System, #35. 1281 University RFP for residential development for 50% on-site at 50% AMI or below, #36. 2019 Bi-annual report on Funding for Housing Programs, 39. Support AB 18 – Firearms Excise Tax. #44. Pavement Derby and Ward between Telegraph and Shattuck, #45–48. Budget referrals street repairs (Derby), lights (Sacramento/Oregon), crossing signals (Ashby/Fulton, Shattuck/Prince and Otis), #53. Voluntary Time Off for City Employees on Statewide Election Days, #54. Decriminalizing Entheogenic Plants, #55. Game Day Parking;
- On ACTION: #56. Public Hearing Municipal Finance Authority Bond for Berkeley Way Affordable Housing, #57. Public Hearing CA Municipal Finance Authority Bond Financing for Berkeley Way HOPE Center, #58. Residential Parking McGee and Rose, #59. Preferential Parking fee increases, #60. Funding for Street Rehabilitation Capital Improvement Program, #51. Funding Street Rehab, #61. a.& b. Health Study on Health Disparities and Mortality of Berkeley Homeless, #62. a.&b. Analysis of Increasing Inclusionary Housing over Affordable Housing Mitigation Fee, #63 a.&b. Utilization of 1281 University for RV dwellers, #64. a.&b. Expansion of Adeline Corridor Plan to include in private component housing for extremely low-income persons, #65. Open Doors Initiative: City Worker and First Time Affordable Homebuyer Program, 66. Referral Response: Lava Mae Mobile Shower and Hygiene Services, #67. Wage Theft Program; --see
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2019/09_Sep/City_Council__09-10-2019_-_Regular_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
350.Org invites us all to hear more info about the nationwide Climate Strike For Climate Justice from some impressive climate speakers. Add your name to register for the Hype Webinar on Tuesday, September 10, at 8 pm ET
- ( 5 pm PST) -- visit:
https://350org.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_6xLXPV8mTc2nzg5JssCnNQ?utm_medium=email&utm_source=actionkit
Wednesday, September 11, 2019
Homeless Commission Regular Meeting, from 7-9 pm, at 2180 Milvia St., Cypress Conference Room, 1st Floor. On agenda: #7. Update on Pathways Program, #8.On Numbers of Homelss Families, #9.On Income Discrimination, #10.On Affodable Housing Framework; - see:
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/uploadedFiles/Housing/Commissions/Commission_for_Homeless/09-11-19HomelessCommissionAgenda%20and%20Packet%20-%20final.pdf
Parks and Waterfront Commission, from 7-9pm, at Frances Albrier Center, San Pablo Park, at 2800 Park St. (& Oregon St). On agenda: #8. Update on Measure T-1 funds, #9. On Public Process schedule of projects, #10. On Adopt-A-Spot & Volunteer program, #11. Recommendations on comme\rcial dog-walkers & 6-dog limit, #12. Aquatic Park water quality issues; - see:
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/uploadedFiles/Parks_Rec_Waterfront/Commissions/PWC%20Agenda%20-%2009-11-2019.pdf
Thursday, September 12, 2019
City Council Budget & Finance Committee Meeting - CANCELLED - see:
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=16189
Medical Cannabis Commission Meeting, from 2-4 pm, at 2180 Milvia St., in Redwood Room. On agenda: Cannabis Equity Program Information, -see:
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/MedicalCannabis/
Community Environmental Advisory Commission (CEAC) Regular Meeting, from 7-9 pm, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library, 1901 Russell Street (at MLK-Jr Way). On agenda: #1. Bird Safety &Dark Sky Ordinance, #2-3-4. a On Year-2045 Prohibitions on Combustion (fossil fuels) Vehicles Uses, ReSale & Gasoline Sales. #7. BeeCity Initiative, #9.Plastic Reduction Research; - see:
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/Commissions/Commission_for_Community_Environmental_Advisory/20190912_CEAC_Agenda.aspx
Zoning Adustment Board Meeting, from 7-11 pm, at the School Dist. Board Room, 1231 Addison St. (at Browning St).
On agenda:
- 2873-Sacramento St, to enlarge 2-story 920-sq/ft building to 1934 sq/ft. to over 57% coverage.
- 1835-San Pablo Av, to demolish & construct a new 6-story, mixed-use development with 99 units, 4 live/work units and 95 dwelling units, including 7 units for very low income, & stacked parking for 49 cars;
- & Reports from JSISHL and DRC; - see:
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/uploadedFiles/Planning_and_Development/Level_3_-_ZAB/2019-09-12%20ZAB%20Agenda_Linked.pdf
CoB Tobacco Prevention Programs - FREE Quit Smoking Clinic, from 6-8 pm, at South Berkeley Senior Center, 2939 Ellis Street (at Ashby Ave). For anyone 18-years & older--see:
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Health_Human_Services/Public_Health/_Freedom_From_Tobacco__Quit_
Smoking_Classes.aspx
Friday, September 13, 2019 - No City meetings or civic events listed.
Saturday, September 14, 2019
Third Annual Ride Electric Event is Saturday, from 11 am–3 pm. Event includes electric vehicles and e-bikes information, -see: https://driveelectricweek.org/event.php?eventid=1630
Sunday, September 15, 2019 - No City meetings or events listed.
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Also Worth Noting
-- Postcarding with Indivisible East Bay, Monday, Sept.16, from 6:45-8:45 pm. Join us help to flip the flipable election districts at a member-home in the Oakland Glenview District. Please RSVP at
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ieb-popcorn-postcarding-party-oakland-glenview-district-tickets-69838535941
-- Join and support the nation-wide Climate Strike and March on Friday, Sept. 20, from 10am at the SF Federal Building at #90-Seventh St. at Mission St. (take BART to Civic Center). For more information about the actions you can do through the week please visit our website at: <youthvsapocalypse.org>
Or,
in Berkeley at 7 am, at the Pedestrian Bridge, 598 University Ave (or via Addison St. near 2nd St.) --see:
https://actionnetwork.org/event_campaigns/us-climate-strikes/?source=oil-change-usa-2&referrer=group-oil-change-usa-2
-- Family Game Night for All Ages, on Friday, Sept. 20, from 6-8pm. Bring your favorite gameboards or just join in. With 3 locations, Game Night will be held at Frances Albrier Community Center and Willard Clubhouse and James Kenney Community Center. --See: https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=16284
-- Music in the Parks, Saturday, Sep 21, from 1-4 pm, in Grove Park - Back 2 School Hip Hop Fest with
Nef the Pharaoh, C5, and LOE Gino. Also spoken word by Flax from Youth Speaks, a break dance competition & include a hip hop dance battle, video games, a barber's corner, and more! -See: https://www.cityofberkeley.info/RecreationSpecialEvents/
-- International Shoreline Cleanup, Sept. 21, from 9am-12 noon, meet at Shorebird Park Nature Center, 160 University Avenue at Seawall Dr. All ages welcome. Bring gloves, sunscreen, water, and bags/ buckets. For more information, visit:
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=16280
BTU presents: Free Counseling w/ Tenant Attorneys, Thursday, Sept. 26, from 6-8 pm -- Deadline to sign-up is Friday, September 20 at 11:59 pm (i.e. the Friday before the event) -- At the Grassroots House, 2022 Blake St. (near Shattuck Ave) with housing counseling by professional tenant attorneys volunteering their time. -- See sign up page at:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdVSNiDtU_6bDTnEpyxCT89VTO_lfYVOsVdXv9vFSnE5y539g/viewform?entry_1519511082=Yes%21++I+am+interested+in+joining+%28or+rejoining%2Frenewing+my+membership+in%29+BTU%21&ct=t%28BTU+September+2019+Newsletter%29
-- Wellstone Democratic Club presents “Policing in the East Bay: An Update”...on
-The Oakland Police Commission; -- A New Sheriff in Town: the Continuing Efforts; --Strengthening Berkeley's Police Review Commission; & --Progress in California Criminal Justice Reform.
Thursday, September 26, at 6:45 pm at Humanist Hal, 390-27th St (near Broadway) in Oakland. This is an open meeting, at 6:45 pm--With a 6 pm potluck (please bring something to share if partaking.) Visit us at: <">http://wellstoneclub.org/>
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Notice of Decision (NOD) With End of Appeal Period
180 B Alvarado 9-9-19
999 Anthony8-21-19
1533 Beverly 9-3-19
1911 Fourth – 9-3-19
1615 Francisco – 9-3-19
2526 Hawthorne – 9-10-19
2711 Mabel – 9-3-19
641 Neilson – 9-16-19
1727 Parker – 9-3-19
1446 Scenic – 9-3-19
1641 Seventh – 9-9-19; - See:
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_
in_appeal_period.aspx
Remanded to ZAB or LPC With 90-Day Deadline
- 1155-73 Hearst (to develop 2 parcels) Referred back to City Council; to be scheduled
- 2701 Shattuck Av (to construct 5-story mixed-use building), to ZAB (check date)
WORKSHOPS
Sept 17 – Arts and Culture Plan, - Zero Waste Rate Review, - Adeline Corridor Plan;
Oct 22 – Berkeley’s 2020 Vision Update, - Census 2020 Update, - Short Term Rentals Info;
Nov 5 - Transfer Station Feasibility Study, - Vision Zero Action Plan;
Unscheduled – Cannabis Health Considerations
Unscheduled PRESENTATIONS
Referral Response: Explore Grant Writing Services
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This *Sustainable Berkeley Coalition civic meetings calendar is posted on the SBC website at
http://www.sustainableberkeleycoalition.com/whats-ahead.html
and in the Berkeley Daily Planet under activist’s calendar at
<http://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com>
and it is also available at the Facebook pages of **Berkeley Progressive Alliance (BPA) and of the Berkeley Citizens Action (BCA) group. Also, visit the (BNC) Berkeley Neighborhoods Council link for other information on City issues and community activism at <http://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil>
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For September 1 - 7, 2019
Worth Noting:
City Council September 10th Agenda is available for comment, list of agenda highlights follow upcoming City meetings.
3rd Annual Ride Electric Event is Saturday, September 14, 11 am – 3 pm, Event includes Electric vehicles and e-bikes, https://driveelectricweek.org/event.php?eventid=1630
Sunday, September 1, 2019
September 10 City Council Meeting agenda available for comment, email [email protected], CONSENT: 1. Recess item - Reject all bids for John Hinkel Park Improvement Project – Negotiate in Open Market, 5. Increase contract by $175,000 to $541,004 with Konica Minolta Business Solutions for annual renewal, maintenance and updates thru Sept 18, 2024, 6. Updated Commissioners’ Manual, 7. $600,000 for On-call graphic design contracts, 9. $12,590,000 Formal Bid solicitations RFP, 10. P.O. Aramark Uniform Rental and Laundry Service, $468,067 thru Jan 4, 2022, 11. $828,170 to Toshiba Managed Printed Services for citywide print and copy services for 3 yr coverage, 12. $85,721 to Berkeley Drop-in to operate homeless storage locker program, 13. $159,000 Dental Health Services to BUSD thru June 30, 2022, 15. $100,000 for consulting services to ensure implementation of Easy Does It audit findings, 16. State Minimum Wage Increases – Camps Classifications, 17. Berkeley Minimum Wage Increases 18. Increase to $200,000 doe Computer Hardware and Software, 19. Add $99,700 for total $303,960 Geographic Technologies Group for Geographic Information System Master Plan contract Sept 14, 2016 – June 30, 2021, 21. $360,000 for 2 yr contract for portable toilets, with option to extend for 3-12 month periods thru Sept 30, 2024, total amount not to exceed $900,000, 22. $192,000 with Rincon Consultants, Inc. for Southside Initial Study and EIR for period of 16 months, 24. $250,000 to DC Electric, On-Call Electronic Traffic Calming Devices Maintenance Project, 25. Increase contract by $473,835 total $38,944,818 with C. Overaa & Co. for Center St Parking Garage, 26. Increase by $50,000 to $234,500 for On-Call Consulting with Northgate Environmental Management, 27. Game day Towing, 28. Agreement with East Bay Regional Park District for Tilden Park, 29. Green Infrastructure Plan Adoption, 30. Live Animal Sales disclosure requirements, 31. Provision of Wheelchair Charging for Homeless, 33. Outdoor Public Warning System, 35. 1281 University RFP for residential development for 50% on-site at 50% AMI or below, 36. 2019 Bi-annual report on Funding for Housing Programs, 39. Support AB 18 – Firearms Excise Tax. 44. Pavement Derby and Ward between Telegraph and Shattuck, 45. – 48. Budget referrals street repairs (Derby), lights (Sacramento/Oregon), crossing signals (Ashby/Fulton, Shattuck/Prince and Otis), 53. Voluntary Time Off for City Employees on Statewide Election Days, 54. Decriminalizing Entheogenic Plants, 55. Game Day Parking, ACTION: 56. Public Hearing Municipal Finance Authority Bond for Berkeley Way Affordable Housing, 57. Public Hearing CA Municipal Finance Authority Bond Financing for Berkeley Way HOPE Center, 58. Residential Parking McGee and Rose, 59. Preferential Parking fee increases, 60. Funding for Street Rehabilitation Capital Improvement Program, 51. Funding Street Rehab, 61. a.& b. Health Study on Health Disparities and Mortality of Berkeley Homeless, 62. a.&b. Analysis of Increasing Inclusionary Housing over Affordable Housing Mitigation Fee, 63. a.&b. Utilization of 1281 University for RV dwellers, 64. a.&b. Expansion of Adeline Corridor Plan to include in private component housing for extremely low-income persons, 65. Open Doors Initiative: City Worker and First Time Affordable Homebuyer Program, 66. Referral Response: Lava Mae Mobile Shower and Hygiene Services, 67. Wage Theft Program,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2019/09_Sep/City_Council__09-10-2019_-_Regular_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
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Notice of Decision (NOD) With End of Appeal Period https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
180 B Alvarado 9-9-19
999 Anthony8-21-19
1533 Beverly 9-3-19
1911 Fourth – 9-3-19
1615 Francisco – 9-3-19
2526 Hawthorne – 9-10-19
2711 Mabel – 9-3-19
641 Neilson – 9-16-19
1727 Parker – 9-3-19
1446 Scenic – 9-3-19
1641 Seventh – 9-9-19
Remanded to ZAB or LPC With 90-Day Deadline
1155-73 Hearst (develop 2 parcels) – referred back to City Council – to be scheduled
2701 Shattuck (construct 5-story mixed-use building) – ZAB 6-30-2019
WORKSHOPS
Sept 17 – Arts and Culture Plan, Zero Waste Rate Review, Adeline Corridor Plan
Oct 22 – Berkeley’s 2020 Vision Update, Census 2020 Update, Short term Rentals
Nov 5 - Transfer Station Feasibility Study, Vision Zero Action Plan,
Unscheduled – Cannabis Health Considerations
Unscheduled PRESENTATIONS
Referral Response: Explore Grant Writing Services
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This meeting list is also posted in the Berkeley Daily Planet under activist’s calendar http://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
Worth Noting:
-- 3rd Annual Ride Electric Event is Saturday, Sept. 14. Get smart about electric vehicles and e-bikes, -see:
https://driveelectricweek.org/event.php?eventid=1630
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Sunday, September 8, 2019 - No City meetings listed.
The Solano Stroll, from 10 am – 5 pm; - see: https://www.solanoavenueassn.org/events/solano-avenue-stroll/
Monday, September 9, 2019
Tax the Rich Rally, with music by Occupella, 5 – 6 pm at the Top of Solano Ave in front of the closed Oaks Theater. Rain or extreme heat cancels the event.
Facilities, Infrastructure, Transportation, Environment & Sustainability Committee, at 10am-12 noon, at 2180 Milvia St.,On agenda: #2. Air Quailty Monitoring, #3.Ban discrimination via hairstyle or headwear, #4a&b.Recommended Code Enforcement Actions and justice for homeowner Leonard Powell. -See:
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Budget___Finance.aspx
City Council Agenda Committee Meeting at 2:30-3:30 pm, at 2180 Milvia St., Redwood Room. On agenda: #3. Selection of Item for Berkeley Considers Online Engagement; & Review Item: #8 Revison to Council Rules of Procedure and Order; - see: https://www.cityofberkeley.info/uploadedFiles/Clerk/2019-09-09%20Agenda%20
Packet%20-%20Agenda%20Committee.pdf ---
Concurrent Meeting of Subcommittees: Parks and Waterfront, Measure-T1, &T-1 Landmarks Commissions, from 12:30-1:30 pm, at 2180 Milvia St., Cypress Conference Room, 1st Floor. On agenda: #3. Civic Center Vision Implementation Plan; - see:
http://www.cityofbrkeeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Public_Works_Commission_Homepage.aspx
or
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/uploadedFiles/Public_Works/Commissions/Commission_for_Public_Works/SubcommitteeMtg9.9.19_Lndmks_T1_PW_Pks_Agenda.pdf
Peace & Justice Commission, from 7-10 pm, at 2180 Milvia St., Cypress Room, 1st Floor. On agenda: #7. Resolution to expropriate private and corporate property to end homelessness; #8. letter to City Council in support of resolution endorsing the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child; --see:
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/uploadedFiles/Health_Human_Services/Commissions/Commission_for_Peace_and_Justice/September%209%20Agenda%20Packet.pdf
Courage Campaign will be going live on Facebook with the California Labor Federation on Monday, September 9, to discuss how passing Assembly Bill 5 (AB-5) will give California workers (like Lyft- Uber-& others) who are misclassified as independent contractors the rights they are due, like minimum wage, unemployment benefits, workers compensation, and more.
Join us Live on Monday, September 9 at 12pm PST as we stream live with the California Labor Federation at
https://www.facebook.com/CourageCampaign/posts/10156788789092568
Tuesday, September 10, 2019
Solano Ave Business Improvement District Advisory Board Meeting, from 11:30am-1 pm, at Thousand Oaks Baptist Church, at 1821 Catalina Ave.(& Colusa St). On agenda: #3. Public Events & Expenditures for 2020. --See:
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/uploadedFiles/Manager/Economic_Development/9_10_2019agenda.pdf
City Council Meeting at School Dist. Boardroom, 1231 Addison St. (& Browning St.)
-- Special Meeting, from 5-6 pm, Conference with Counsel on two pending litigations, - see
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx#2019
-- Regular Meeting, from 6-11pm. On agenda - (73 Items listed-- 38 Recess Items, 16 Consent Items, 19 Action Items) -
On CONSENT : #1. Recess item - Reject all bids for John Hinkel Park Improvement Project – Negotiate in Open Market, # 5. Increase contract by $175,000 to $541,004 with Konica Minolta Business Solutions for annual renewal, maintenance and updates thru Sept 18, 2024, #6. Updated Commissioners’ Manual, #7. $600,000 for On-call graphic design contracts, #9. $12,590,000 Formal Bid solicitations RFP, #10. P.O. Aramark Uniform Rental and Laundry Service, $468,067 thru Jan 4, 2022, #11. $828,170 to Toshiba Managed Printed Services for citywide print and copy services for 3 yr coverage, #12. $85,721 to Berkeley Drop-in to operate homeless storage locker program, #13. $159,000 Dental Health Services to BUSD thru June 30, 2022, #15. $100,000 for consulting services to ensure implementation of Easy Does It audit findings, #16. State Minimum Wage Increases – Camps Classifications, #17. Berkeley Minimum Wage Increases, #18. Increase to $200,000 doe Computer Hardware and Software, #19. Add $99,700 for total $303,960 Geographic Technologies Group for Geographic Information System Master Plan contract Sept 14, 2016 – June 30, 2021, #21. $360,000 for 2 yr contract for portable toilets, with option to extend for 3-12 month periods thru Sept 30, 2024, total amount not to exceed $900,000, #22. $192,000 with Rincon Consultants, Inc. for Southside Initial Study and EIR for period of 16 months, #24. $250,000 to DC Electric, On-Call Electronic Traffic Calming Devices Maintenance Project, #25. Increase contract by $473,835 total $38,944,818 with C. Overaa & Co. for Center St Parking Garage, #26. Increase by $50,000 to $234,500 for On-Call Consulting with Northgate Environmental Management, #27. Game day Towing, #28. Agreement with East Bay Regional Park District for Tilden Park, #29. Green Infrastructure Plan Adoption, #30. Live Animal Sales disclosure requirements, #31. Provision of Wheelchair Charging for Homeless, #33. Outdoor Public Warning System, #35. 1281 University RFP for residential development for 50% on-site at 50% AMI or below, #36. 2019 Bi-annual report on Funding for Housing Programs, 39. Support AB 18 – Firearms Excise Tax. #44. Pavement Derby and Ward between Telegraph and Shattuck, #45–48. Budget referrals street repairs (Derby), lights (Sacramento/Oregon), crossing signals (Ashby/Fulton, Shattuck/Prince and Otis), #53. Voluntary Time Off for City Employees on Statewide Election Days, #54. Decriminalizing Entheogenic Plants, #55. Game Day Parking;
- On ACTION: #56. Public Hearing Municipal Finance Authority Bond for Berkeley Way Affordable Housing, #57. Public Hearing CA Municipal Finance Authority Bond Financing for Berkeley Way HOPE Center, #58. Residential Parking McGee and Rose, #59. Preferential Parking fee increases, #60. Funding for Street Rehabilitation Capital Improvement Program, #51. Funding Street Rehab, #61. a.& b. Health Study on Health Disparities and Mortality of Berkeley Homeless, #62. a.&b. Analysis of Increasing Inclusionary Housing over Affordable Housing Mitigation Fee, #63 a.&b. Utilization of 1281 University for RV dwellers, #64. a.&b. Expansion of Adeline Corridor Plan to include in private component housing for extremely low-income persons, #65. Open Doors Initiative: City Worker and First Time Affordable Homebuyer Program, 66. Referral Response: Lava Mae Mobile Shower and Hygiene Services, #67. Wage Theft Program; --see
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2019/09_Sep/City_Council__09-10-2019_-_Regular_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
350.Org invites us all to hear more info about the nationwide Climate Strike For Climate Justice from some impressive climate speakers. Add your name to register for the Hype Webinar on Tuesday, September 10, at 8 pm ET
- ( 5 pm PST) -- visit:
https://350org.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_6xLXPV8mTc2nzg5JssCnNQ?utm_medium=email&utm_source=actionkit
Wednesday, September 11, 2019
Homeless Commission Regular Meeting, from 7-9 pm, at 2180 Milvia St., Cypress Conference Room, 1st Floor. On agenda: #7. Update on Pathways Program, #8.On Numbers of Homelss Families, #9.On Income Discrimination, #10.On Affodable Housing Framework; - see:
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/uploadedFiles/Housing/Commissions/Commission_for_Homeless/09-11-19HomelessCommissionAgenda%20and%20Packet%20-%20final.pdf
Parks and Waterfront Commission, from 7-9pm, at Frances Albrier Center, San Pablo Park, at 2800 Park St. (& Oregon St). On agenda: #8. Update on Measure T-1 funds, #9. On Public Process schedule of projects, #10. On Adopt-A-Spot & Volunteer program, #11. Recommendations on comme\rcial dog-walkers & 6-dog limit, #12. Aquatic Park water quality issues; - see:
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/uploadedFiles/Parks_Rec_Waterfront/Commissions/PWC%20Agenda%20-%2009-11-2019.pdf
Thursday, September 12, 2019
City Council Budget & Finance Committee Meeting - CANCELLED - see:
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=16189
Medical Cannabis Commission Meeting, from 2-4 pm, at 2180 Milvia St., in Redwood Room. On agenda: Cannabis Equity Program Information, -see:
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/MedicalCannabis/
Community Environmental Advisory Commission (CEAC) Regular Meeting, from 7-9 pm, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library, 1901 Russell Street (at MLK-Jr Way). On agenda: #1. Bird Safety &Dark Sky Ordinance, #2-3-4. a On Year-2045 Prohibitions on Combustion (fossil fuels) Vehicles Uses, ReSale & Gasoline Sales. #7. BeeCity Initiative, #9.Plastic Reduction Research; - see:
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/Commissions/Commission_for_Community_Environmental_Advisory/20190912_CEAC_Agenda.aspx
Zoning Adustment Board Meeting, from 7-11 pm, at the School Dist. Board Room, 1231 Addison St. (at Browning St).
On agenda:
- 2873-Sacramento St, to enlarge 2-story 920-sq/ft building to 1934 sq/ft. to over 57% coverage.
- 1835-San Pablo Av, to demolish & construct a new 6-story, mixed-use development with 99 units, 4 live/work units and 95 dwelling units, including 7 units for very low income, & stacked parking for 49 cars;
- & Reports from JSISHL and DRC; - see:
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/uploadedFiles/Planning_and_Development/Level_3_-_ZAB/2019-09-12%20ZAB%20Agenda_Linked.pdf
CoB Tobacco Prevention Programs - FREE Quit Smoking Clinic, from 6-8 pm, at South Berkeley Senior Center, 2939 Ellis Street (at Ashby Ave). For anyone 18-years & older--see:
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Health_Human_Services/Public_Health/_Freedom_From_Tobacco__Quit_
Smoking_Classes.aspx
Friday, September 13, 2019 - No City meetings or civic events listed.
Saturday, September 14, 2019
Third Annual Ride Electric Event is Saturday, from 11 am–3 pm. Event includes electric vehicles and e-bikes information, -see: https://driveelectricweek.org/event.php?eventid=1630
Sunday, September 15, 2019 - No City meetings or events listed.
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Also Worth Noting
-- Postcarding with Indivisible East Bay, Monday, Sept.16, from 6:45-8:45 pm. Join us help to flip the flipable election districts at a member-home in the Oakland Glenview District. Please RSVP at
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ieb-popcorn-postcarding-party-oakland-glenview-district-tickets-69838535941
-- Join and support the nation-wide Climate Strike and March on Friday, Sept. 20, from 10am at the SF Federal Building at #90-Seventh St. at Mission St. (take BART to Civic Center). For more information about the actions you can do through the week please visit our website at: <youthvsapocalypse.org>
Or,
in Berkeley at 7 am, at the Pedestrian Bridge, 598 University Ave (or via Addison St. near 2nd St.) --see:
https://actionnetwork.org/event_campaigns/us-climate-strikes/?source=oil-change-usa-2&referrer=group-oil-change-usa-2
-- Family Game Night for All Ages, on Friday, Sept. 20, from 6-8pm. Bring your favorite gameboards or just join in. With 3 locations, Game Night will be held at Frances Albrier Community Center and Willard Clubhouse and James Kenney Community Center. --See: https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=16284
-- Music in the Parks, Saturday, Sep 21, from 1-4 pm, in Grove Park - Back 2 School Hip Hop Fest with
Nef the Pharaoh, C5, and LOE Gino. Also spoken word by Flax from Youth Speaks, a break dance competition & include a hip hop dance battle, video games, a barber's corner, and more! -See: https://www.cityofberkeley.info/RecreationSpecialEvents/
-- International Shoreline Cleanup, Sept. 21, from 9am-12 noon, meet at Shorebird Park Nature Center, 160 University Avenue at Seawall Dr. All ages welcome. Bring gloves, sunscreen, water, and bags/ buckets. For more information, visit:
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=16280
BTU presents: Free Counseling w/ Tenant Attorneys, Thursday, Sept. 26, from 6-8 pm -- Deadline to sign-up is Friday, September 20 at 11:59 pm (i.e. the Friday before the event) -- At the Grassroots House, 2022 Blake St. (near Shattuck Ave) with housing counseling by professional tenant attorneys volunteering their time. -- See sign up page at:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdVSNiDtU_6bDTnEpyxCT89VTO_lfYVOsVdXv9vFSnE5y539g/viewform?entry_1519511082=Yes%21++I+am+interested+in+joining+%28or+rejoining%2Frenewing+my+membership+in%29+BTU%21&ct=t%28BTU+September+2019+Newsletter%29
-- Wellstone Democratic Club presents “Policing in the East Bay: An Update”...on
-The Oakland Police Commission; -- A New Sheriff in Town: the Continuing Efforts; --Strengthening Berkeley's Police Review Commission; & --Progress in California Criminal Justice Reform.
Thursday, September 26, at 6:45 pm at Humanist Hal, 390-27th St (near Broadway) in Oakland. This is an open meeting, at 6:45 pm--With a 6 pm potluck (please bring something to share if partaking.) Visit us at: <">http://wellstoneclub.org/>
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Notice of Decision (NOD) With End of Appeal Period
180 B Alvarado 9-9-19
999 Anthony8-21-19
1533 Beverly 9-3-19
1911 Fourth – 9-3-19
1615 Francisco – 9-3-19
2526 Hawthorne – 9-10-19
2711 Mabel – 9-3-19
641 Neilson – 9-16-19
1727 Parker – 9-3-19
1446 Scenic – 9-3-19
1641 Seventh – 9-9-19; - See:
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_
in_appeal_period.aspx
Remanded to ZAB or LPC With 90-Day Deadline
- 1155-73 Hearst (to develop 2 parcels) Referred back to City Council; to be scheduled
- 2701 Shattuck Av (to construct 5-story mixed-use building), to ZAB (check date)
WORKSHOPS
Sept 17 – Arts and Culture Plan, - Zero Waste Rate Review, - Adeline Corridor Plan;
Oct 22 – Berkeley’s 2020 Vision Update, - Census 2020 Update, - Short Term Rentals Info;
Nov 5 - Transfer Station Feasibility Study, - Vision Zero Action Plan;
Unscheduled – Cannabis Health Considerations
Unscheduled PRESENTATIONS
Referral Response: Explore Grant Writing Services
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This *Sustainable Berkeley Coalition civic meetings calendar is posted on the SBC website at
http://www.sustainableberkeleycoalition.com/whats-ahead.html
and in the Berkeley Daily Planet under activist’s calendar at
<http://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com>
and it is also available at the Facebook pages of **Berkeley Progressive Alliance (BPA) and of the Berkeley Citizens Action (BCA) group. Also, visit the (BNC) Berkeley Neighborhoods Council link for other information on City issues and community activism at <http://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil>
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For September 1 - 7, 2019
Worth Noting:
City Council September 10th Agenda is available for comment, list of agenda highlights follow upcoming City meetings.
3rd Annual Ride Electric Event is Saturday, September 14, 11 am – 3 pm, Event includes Electric vehicles and e-bikes, https://driveelectricweek.org/event.php?eventid=1630
Sunday, September 1, 2019
- Labor Day Weekend - No City meetings or events found
- Labor Day Holiday
- Tax the Rich Rally, with music by Occupella, 5 – 6 pm at the Top of Solano in front of the Closed Oaks Theater, Rain/Extreme Heat Cancels
- Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board – Eviction/Section 8 Committee, 4:30 pm, at 2001 Center St, Law Library 2nd Floor https://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
- Closed Session - Berkeley City Council, Tuesday, 4:00 pm, at 2180 Milvia, Redwood Room, Agenda: 1. Public Employee Appointment Director of Health, Housing & Community Services, 2. Conference with Labor Negotiators for Berkeley Police Assiciation https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2019/09_Sep/City_Council__09-03-2019_Special_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
- Personnel Board, 7 – 9 pm, 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Conference Room, Agenda: V. Recommendation to Ammend Classification of Occupational Health and Safety Officer of Health, Housing and Community Services https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Personnel_Board_Homepage.aspx
- Board of Library Trustees, 6:30 pm at 1901 Russell St, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch, Agenda: II.A. Berkeley Public Library Foundation Report – Kathy Huff, Executive Director, III.B. Contract Falk Construction $3,056,900 which includes contingency of $277,900 https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
- Commission on Disability, 6:30 – 9 pm at 1947 Center, 4th Floor, Agenda: 5. Elevator Ordinance, 6. October Town Hall, 7. New Construction and Renovations – Accessibility Guidelines and Regulations, 8. Photos for Navigable Cities Item. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Disability_Homepage.aspx
- Homeless Services Panel of Experts, 7 pm at 2180 Milvia, 1st Floor Cypress Room, Agenda: 5. Two budget recommendations for Measure P Funds, 6. Budget recommendation to Council, 7. Best Practices letter to Council, 8. Policy framework proposal, 9. Drafting a Workplan https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Homeless_Services_Panel_of_Experts.aspx
- Planning Commission, 7 – 10 pm at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: 9. Public Hearing – Zoning Ordinance Amendments for Cannabis Uses: Delivery-only Retailers, 10. Public Hearing: Tentative Tract Map #8490-739 Channing Way, 11. Referral to Facilitate Toxic Remediation. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Police Review Commission, at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center,
- Lexipol Subcommittee, 5:30 pm – 7 pm, Agenda: Surveillance Use Policy, Tactical Rifle Operator, Mental Illness Commitments, Cite and Release Policy, Rapid Response and Deployment, Field Training Officer Program, Foot Pursuits, Mobile Data Terminal Use, Disabled Vehicles
- Regular Meeting, 7 – 10 pm, 9. GPS Tracking Devices Use Policy, Automated License Plate Readers, Policy Complaint #2455, 10. Lexipol Policies – Use of Force, Major Incident Notification, Volunteer Program, Service Animals, Gun Violence Restraining orders, Off-Duty Enforcement Actions, Firearms and Tactics Unit, Second Response, Hostage and Barricade Incidents, Foreign Diplomatic and Consular Re[presentatives https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Housing Advisory Commission, 7 – 9 pm at 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: 6. Draft PY Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER), 7. Resources for Community Development 2001 Ashby Predevelopment Loan Application, 8. N. CA Land Trust 2321-2323 10th Street Predevelopment Loan Application, 9. Transfer Tax Refund for 1638 Stuart St, 11. Recommendations to Council’s Draft Affordable Housing framework. http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Housing_Advisory_Commission/
- Landmarks Preservation Commission, 7 – 11:30 pm at 1947 Center St, Multipurpose Room, Basement, Agenda Action:1440 Hawthorne Terrace – Landmark or Structure of Merit, 1450 Hawthorne Terrace – Landmark or Structure of Merit, 910 Ashby – Demolition referral, 1035 Heinz Demolition Referral, Discussion: 2012 Berkeley Way – Section 106 Referral http://www.cityofberkeley.info/landmarkspreservationcommission/
- Public Works Commission, 7 – 10 pm at 1326 Allston Way, Willow Room, City of Berkeley Corporation Yard, Agenda: 1. City Auditor Streets Audit, 2. Adopt-a-Spot Referral, 4. 50/50 Sidewalk Program. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Public_Works_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Movies in the Park – LEGO® Movie 2 , 7:45 – 10 pm at Strawberry Creek Park, 1260 Allston Way https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=16279
- BBQ and Community Day, 11 am – 4 pm, at San Pablo Park, 2800 Park St. sponsored by Covenant Church Social Work Ministry, Co-sponsors, BUSD Office of Family Engagement & Equity City Help Community Services
- Solano Stroll, 10 am – 5 pm https://www.solanoavenueassn.org/events/solano-avenue-stroll/
September 10 City Council Meeting agenda available for comment, email [email protected], CONSENT: 1. Recess item - Reject all bids for John Hinkel Park Improvement Project – Negotiate in Open Market, 5. Increase contract by $175,000 to $541,004 with Konica Minolta Business Solutions for annual renewal, maintenance and updates thru Sept 18, 2024, 6. Updated Commissioners’ Manual, 7. $600,000 for On-call graphic design contracts, 9. $12,590,000 Formal Bid solicitations RFP, 10. P.O. Aramark Uniform Rental and Laundry Service, $468,067 thru Jan 4, 2022, 11. $828,170 to Toshiba Managed Printed Services for citywide print and copy services for 3 yr coverage, 12. $85,721 to Berkeley Drop-in to operate homeless storage locker program, 13. $159,000 Dental Health Services to BUSD thru June 30, 2022, 15. $100,000 for consulting services to ensure implementation of Easy Does It audit findings, 16. State Minimum Wage Increases – Camps Classifications, 17. Berkeley Minimum Wage Increases 18. Increase to $200,000 doe Computer Hardware and Software, 19. Add $99,700 for total $303,960 Geographic Technologies Group for Geographic Information System Master Plan contract Sept 14, 2016 – June 30, 2021, 21. $360,000 for 2 yr contract for portable toilets, with option to extend for 3-12 month periods thru Sept 30, 2024, total amount not to exceed $900,000, 22. $192,000 with Rincon Consultants, Inc. for Southside Initial Study and EIR for period of 16 months, 24. $250,000 to DC Electric, On-Call Electronic Traffic Calming Devices Maintenance Project, 25. Increase contract by $473,835 total $38,944,818 with C. Overaa & Co. for Center St Parking Garage, 26. Increase by $50,000 to $234,500 for On-Call Consulting with Northgate Environmental Management, 27. Game day Towing, 28. Agreement with East Bay Regional Park District for Tilden Park, 29. Green Infrastructure Plan Adoption, 30. Live Animal Sales disclosure requirements, 31. Provision of Wheelchair Charging for Homeless, 33. Outdoor Public Warning System, 35. 1281 University RFP for residential development for 50% on-site at 50% AMI or below, 36. 2019 Bi-annual report on Funding for Housing Programs, 39. Support AB 18 – Firearms Excise Tax. 44. Pavement Derby and Ward between Telegraph and Shattuck, 45. – 48. Budget referrals street repairs (Derby), lights (Sacramento/Oregon), crossing signals (Ashby/Fulton, Shattuck/Prince and Otis), 53. Voluntary Time Off for City Employees on Statewide Election Days, 54. Decriminalizing Entheogenic Plants, 55. Game Day Parking, ACTION: 56. Public Hearing Municipal Finance Authority Bond for Berkeley Way Affordable Housing, 57. Public Hearing CA Municipal Finance Authority Bond Financing for Berkeley Way HOPE Center, 58. Residential Parking McGee and Rose, 59. Preferential Parking fee increases, 60. Funding for Street Rehabilitation Capital Improvement Program, 51. Funding Street Rehab, 61. a.& b. Health Study on Health Disparities and Mortality of Berkeley Homeless, 62. a.&b. Analysis of Increasing Inclusionary Housing over Affordable Housing Mitigation Fee, 63. a.&b. Utilization of 1281 University for RV dwellers, 64. a.&b. Expansion of Adeline Corridor Plan to include in private component housing for extremely low-income persons, 65. Open Doors Initiative: City Worker and First Time Affordable Homebuyer Program, 66. Referral Response: Lava Mae Mobile Shower and Hygiene Services, 67. Wage Theft Program,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2019/09_Sep/City_Council__09-10-2019_-_Regular_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
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Notice of Decision (NOD) With End of Appeal Period https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
180 B Alvarado 9-9-19
999 Anthony8-21-19
1533 Beverly 9-3-19
1911 Fourth – 9-3-19
1615 Francisco – 9-3-19
2526 Hawthorne – 9-10-19
2711 Mabel – 9-3-19
641 Neilson – 9-16-19
1727 Parker – 9-3-19
1446 Scenic – 9-3-19
1641 Seventh – 9-9-19
Remanded to ZAB or LPC With 90-Day Deadline
1155-73 Hearst (develop 2 parcels) – referred back to City Council – to be scheduled
2701 Shattuck (construct 5-story mixed-use building) – ZAB 6-30-2019
WORKSHOPS
Sept 17 – Arts and Culture Plan, Zero Waste Rate Review, Adeline Corridor Plan
Oct 22 – Berkeley’s 2020 Vision Update, Census 2020 Update, Short term Rentals
Nov 5 - Transfer Station Feasibility Study, Vision Zero Action Plan,
Unscheduled – Cannabis Health Considerations
Unscheduled PRESENTATIONS
Referral Response: Explore Grant Writing Services
_____________________
This meeting list is also posted in the Berkeley Daily Planet under activist’s calendar http://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
August 25 - September 1, 2019
Worth Noting and Showing Up:
The last evacuation fire drill is Sunday. If you have been skipping the fire drills, then read this article https://www.latimes.com/local/california/la-me-camp-fire-deathtrap-20181230-story.html and watch one or both of these videos https://wildfiretoday.com/2019/07/14/into-the-fire-a-new-film-about-the-camp-fire/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gxt7L4x_NQo
City Council is still officially on vacation, however, the Agenda Committee meets Monday to plan the September 10 City Council meeting. The agenda is packed as you see below.
Sunday, August 25, 2019
City Council Referrals to the Agenda Committee and Unfinished Business for Scheduling
Notice of Decision (NOD) With End of Appeal Period https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
1533 Beverly 9-03-2019
2023 Center 8-28-2019
1417 Grant 8-28-2019
2711 Mabel 9-03-2019
641 Neilson 9-16-2019
1727 Parker 9-03-2019
2312 Telegraph 8-29-19
1235 Tenth 8-27-19
Public Hearings Scheduled
2325 Sixth St (single family residence) ZAB – 9/24/2019
0 Euclid Ave – Berryman Reservoir (denial of 4G telecom facility) ZAB – 10/29/2019
2701 Shattuck (construct 5-story mixed-use building) – ZAB - 11/12/2019
Remanded to ZAB or LPC With 90-Day Deadline
1155-73 Hearst (develop 2 parcels) – referred back to City Council – to be scheduled
WORKSHOPS
Sept 17 – Arts and Culture Plan, Zero Waste Rate Review,
Oct 22 – Berkeley’s 2020 Vision Update, Census 2020 Update, Short term Rentals
Nov 5 - Transfer Station Feasibility Study, Vision Zero Action Plan, Update:goBerkeley (RPP)
Unscheduled – Cannabis Health Considerations
Unscheduled PRESENTATIONS
Adeline Corridor Plan – City Manager
(Dropped from list) Referral Response: Explore Grant Writing Services
_____________________
This meeting list is also posted in the Berkeley Daily Planet under activist’s calendar http://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
Worth Noting and Showing Up:
The last evacuation fire drill is Sunday. If you have been skipping the fire drills, then read this article https://www.latimes.com/local/california/la-me-camp-fire-deathtrap-20181230-story.html and watch one or both of these videos https://wildfiretoday.com/2019/07/14/into-the-fire-a-new-film-about-the-camp-fire/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gxt7L4x_NQo
City Council is still officially on vacation, however, the Agenda Committee meets Monday to plan the September 10 City Council meeting. The agenda is packed as you see below.
Sunday, August 25, 2019
- High Risk Fire Area - Wildfire Evacuation Drill, 9am – 10 am, neighborhood Berkeley-Contra costa to the east, Spruce to the west, Codornices Park to the north and UC Berkeley to south. For more details on Wildfire Evacuation Drills and to sign up go to link https://www.cityofberkeley.info/City_Manager/Press_Releases/2019/2019-07-23_Sign_up_for_City-led_wildfire_evacuation_drills_in_August.aspx
- Agenda and Rules Committee, 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm, 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Conf Room, Agenda Planning for Sept 10 Council Meeting (full packet 526 pages): CONSENT: 1. Recess item - Reject all bids for John Hinkel Park Improvement Project – Negotiate in Open Market, 5. Increase contract by $175,000 to $541,004 with Konica Minolta Business Solutions for annual renewal, maintenance and updates thru Sept 18, 2024, 6. Updated Commissioners’ Manual, 7. $600,000 for On-call graphic design contracts, 9. $12,590,000 Formal Bid solicitations RFP, 10. P.O. Aramark Uniform Rental and Laundry Service, $468,067 thru Jan 4, 2022, 11. $828,170 to Toshiba Managed Printed Services for citywide print and copy services for 3 yr coverage, 12. $85,721 to Berkeley Drop-in to operate homeless storage locker program, 13. $159,000 Dental Health Services to BUSD thru June 30, 2022, 15. $100,000 for consulting services to ensure implementation of Easy Does It audit findings, 16. State Minimum Wage Increases – Camps Classifications, 17. Berkeley Minimum Wage Increases 18. Increase to $200,000 doe Computer Hardware and Software, 19. Add $99,700 for total $303,960 Geographic Technologies Group for Geographic Information System Master Plan contract Sept 14, 2016 – June 30, 2021, 21. $360,000 for 2 yr contract for portable toilets, with option to extend for 3-12 month periods thru Sept 30, 2024, total amount not to exceed $900,000, 22. $192,000 with Rincon Consultants, Inc. for Southside Initial Study and EIR for period of 16 months, 24. $250,000 to DC Electric, On-Call Electronic Traffic Calming Devices Maintenance Project, 25. Increase contract by $473,835 total $38,944,818 with C. Overaa & Co. for Center St Parking Garage, 26. Increase by $50,000 to $234,500 for On-Call Consulting with Northgate Environmental Management, 27. Game day Towing, 28. Agreement with East Bay Regional Park District for Tilden Park, 29. Green Infrastructure Plan Adoption, 30. Live Animal Sales disclosure requirements, 31. Provision of Wheelchair Charging for Homeless, 33. Outdoor Public Warning System, 35. 1281 University RFP for residential development for 50% on-site at 50% AMI or below, 36. 2019 Bi-annual report on Funding for Housing Programs, 39. Support AB 18 – Firearms Excise Tax. 45. Voluntary Time Off for City Employees on Statewide Election Days, ACTION: Public Hearing Municipal Finance Authority Bond for Berkeley Way Affordable Housing, 47. Public Hearing CA Municipal Finance Authority Bond Financing for Berkeley Way HOPE Center, 48. Residential Parking McGee and Rose, 49. Preferrential Parking fee increases, 50. Wage Theft Program, 51. Funding Street Rehab, 52. a.& b. Health Study on Health Disparities and Mortality of Berkeley Homeless, 53. a.&b. Analysis of Increasing Inclusionary Housing over Affordable Housing Mitigation Fee, 54. a.&b. Utilization of 1281 University for RV dwellers, 55. a.&b. Expansion of Adeline Corridor Plan to include in private component housing for extremely low-income persons, 56. Traffic Circle Policy Recommendations, 57. Open Doors Initiative: City Worker and First Time Affordable Homebuyer Program, 58. Decriminalizing Entheogenic Plants, 60. Waiver of Fees for South Berkeley Plaza and Public Art Program, 61. Negotiations to purchase People’s Bazaar, 62. – 66. Budget referrals street repairs (Derby), lights (Sacramento/Oregon), crossing signals (Ashby/Fulton, Shattuck/Prince and Otis), 67. Status Traffic Mitigations Dwight/California, 68. Expand Automatic Gass Shut-off valve requirements, 69. Resolution on UN Rights of the Child, 70. Game Day Parking
- Referred Items: 2. Discussion and Direction Regarding Revisions to City Council Rules of Procedure and Order, 3. Scope of Performance Evaluation of City Manager, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Agenda_Committee__2019_Index.aspx
- Tax the Rich Rally, with music by Occupella, 5 – 6 pm at the Top of Solano in front of the Closed Oaks Theater, Rain/Extreme Heat Cancels
- Adeline Subcommittee canceled – no subcommittee meetings until October
- Commission on the Status of Women, 6:45 – 9 pm at 2180 Milvia, Cypress Room, Agenda: 5. Presentation by Erin Scott, Executive Director, Family Violence Law Center, 8. Update Equal Pay Independent Audit, 10. Paid Family Leave Ordinance, 14. Demographics Berkeley Women https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_the_Status_of_Women_Homepage.aspx
- No City meetings or events found
- No City meetings or events found
- Labor Day Weekend - No City meetings or events found
- Labor Day Weekend - No City meetings or events found
City Council Referrals to the Agenda Committee and Unfinished Business for Scheduling
- 61a.&b. Use of U1 Funds for Property Acquisition at 1001, 1007, and 1011 University Ave and 1925 Ninth Street, Berkeley
- 68. Revisions to Ordinance No. 7,521—N.S. in the Berkeley Municipal Code to increase compliance with the city’s short-term rental ordinance
- 4. Disposition of City-Owned, Former Redevelopment Agency Properties at 1631 Fifthe Street and 1654 Fifth Street
- 17. Short-term referral to City Manager and budget referral for creation of a “vehicle dweller program” in Berkeley
Notice of Decision (NOD) With End of Appeal Period https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
1533 Beverly 9-03-2019
2023 Center 8-28-2019
1417 Grant 8-28-2019
2711 Mabel 9-03-2019
641 Neilson 9-16-2019
1727 Parker 9-03-2019
2312 Telegraph 8-29-19
1235 Tenth 8-27-19
Public Hearings Scheduled
2325 Sixth St (single family residence) ZAB – 9/24/2019
0 Euclid Ave – Berryman Reservoir (denial of 4G telecom facility) ZAB – 10/29/2019
2701 Shattuck (construct 5-story mixed-use building) – ZAB - 11/12/2019
Remanded to ZAB or LPC With 90-Day Deadline
1155-73 Hearst (develop 2 parcels) – referred back to City Council – to be scheduled
WORKSHOPS
Sept 17 – Arts and Culture Plan, Zero Waste Rate Review,
Oct 22 – Berkeley’s 2020 Vision Update, Census 2020 Update, Short term Rentals
Nov 5 - Transfer Station Feasibility Study, Vision Zero Action Plan, Update:goBerkeley (RPP)
Unscheduled – Cannabis Health Considerations
Unscheduled PRESENTATIONS
Adeline Corridor Plan – City Manager
(Dropped from list) Referral Response: Explore Grant Writing Services
_____________________
This meeting list is also posted in the Berkeley Daily Planet under activist’s calendar http://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
August 18 - August 25, 2019
Worth Noting:
City Council is on summer recess until September 9th and most of the Boards and Commissions also take a summer break, some in July and some in August.
Comments on the Adeline Corridor Plan can still be made email [email protected]
Cal students return - Monday, Tuesday are move-in days, Golden Bear Orientation is Saturday, August 24
Wildfire Evacuation Drills for high risk fire areas
Sunday, August 18, 2019
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Notice of Decision (NOD) With End of Appeal Period https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
999 Anthony8-21-19
910 BANCROFT 8-19-19
1533 Beverly
1308 Blake
1633 Bonita - 8-19-19
2023 Center
1615 Francisco
1407 Gilman – 8-19-19
1417 Grant
815 Indian Rock
2711 Mabel
1727 Parker
2851 Russell – 8-19-19
1235 San Pablo 8-22-19
2613 San Pablo 8-22-19
2151.5 Stuart 8-19-19
2312 Telegraph 8-29-19
1235 Tenth 8-27-19
1835 Virginia 8-22-19
Remanded to ZAB or LPC With 90-Day Deadline
1155-73 Hearst (develop 2 parcels) – referred back to City Council – to be scheduled
2701 Shattuck (construct 5-story mixed-use building) – ZAB 6-30-2019
WORKSHOPS
Sept 17 – Arts and Culture Plan, Zero Waste Rate Review, Adeline Corridor Plan
Oct 22 – Berkeley’s 2020 Vision Update, Census 2020 Update, Short term Rentals
Nov 5 - Transfer Station Feasibility Study, Vision Zero Action Plan,
Unscheduled – Cannabis Health Considerations
Unscheduled PRESENTATIONS
Referral Response: Explore Grant Writing Services
_____________________
This meeting list is also posted in the Berkeley Daily Planet under activist’s calendar http://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
Worth Noting:
City Council is on summer recess until September 9th and most of the Boards and Commissions also take a summer break, some in July and some in August.
Comments on the Adeline Corridor Plan can still be made email [email protected]
Cal students return - Monday, Tuesday are move-in days, Golden Bear Orientation is Saturday, August 24
Wildfire Evacuation Drills for high risk fire areas
- August 25 from 9am – 10 am, neighborhood Berkeley-Contra costa to the east, Spruce to the west, Codornices Park to the north and UC Berkeley to south.
Sunday, August 18, 2019
- No City meetings or events found
- Adeline Corridor - Planning Commission Adeline Corridor Specific Plan Subcommittee, 7-10 pm at 1947 Center, Multipurpose Room, Agenda: III. Discuss and provide feedback on economic opportunity, workforce development, and implementation proposals introduced in draft plan (chapters 5 & Relevant Part of 8). Correct location is 1947 Center, ignore Community Calendar listed location. Comments on Adeline Corridor plan are still accepted. https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/CABERKE/bulletins/258de1e https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Tax the Rich Rally, with music by Occupella, 5 – 6 pm at the Top of Solano in front of the Closed Oaks Theater, Extreme Heat Cancels
- Public Works Commission – Utility Undergrounding Subcommittee, 4 pm at 1947 Center, 4th Floor, Agenda: 3. Draft Report prepared by Bellecci and Associates, Discuss report outline and schedule for a progress report https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Public_Works_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Commission on Disability, 6:30 – 9 pm at 1947 Center, Multipurpose Room, Agenda: 2. San Pablo Ave Plan, 4. Adeline Plan, 5. Access Line Item in Council Templates, 6. Elevator Ordinance, 8/ New Construction and Renovations, 9. Photos for Navigable Cities Item http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Disability_Homepage.aspx
- Climate Emergency Mobilization Taskforce, 5 – 6:45 pm at 2540 MacDonald Ave, Richmond, CA 94804 or join online https://zoom.us/j/6344395404 or by phone 646.558.8656 or 669.900.6833
- Berkeley Climate Action Coalition Clean Transportation Convening, 6 – 8 pm, Ed Roberts Campus, event is free, space is limited, reserve seat thru Eventbrite, event includes electric vehicles, clean transportation, clean energy home, home electrification, solar https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ride-electric-all-the-way-home-electric-cars-101-the-future-of-berkeleys-clean-transportation-tickets-64738825570
- Zoning Adjustment Board, 7 pm at 1231 Addison St, BUSD Board Room, http://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/ Agenda:
- 1641 Seventh Street – demolish existing 816 sq ft single story, single-family dwelling and construct 2-story single family dwelling, 1740 sq ft, average height 20 ft.
- 190 B Alvarado Road – construct 2505 sq ft 2-story, single-family dwelling with attached 1-car garage that would reduce setback from 20 ft to 14 ft 1 inch and side yard setback from 4 ft to 0 ft, on existing 11,430 sq ft lot
- 1322 Shattuck – alter 19,786 sq ft 4-story 18 unit apartment building by constructing an approximately 77 sq ft addition to penthouse dwelling unit with average height of 44 ft 7 inches with non-conforming setback
- Council member Cheryl Davila Open Office Hours, 4 - 6 pm, 2514 San Pablo Ave, Paisan
- No City meetings or events found
- Community Toxics Tour, 11 am – 1 pm, absolute limit 30, use link to sign-up, Phillips 66 in Rodeo one of the world’s heaviest crude capable refineries is proposing to increase the number of tankers deliveries from 59 – 135. https://actionnetwork.org/events/community-toxics-tour
- Wildfire Evacuation Drills for high risk fire areas from 9am – 10 am, neighborhood Berkeley-Contra costa to the east, Spruce to the west, Codornices Park to the north and UC Berkeley to south. For more details on Wildfire Evacuation Drills and to sign up go to link https://www.cityofberkeley.info/City_Manager/Press_Releases/2019/2019-07-23_Sign_up_for_City-led_wildfire_evacuation_drills_in_August.aspx
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Notice of Decision (NOD) With End of Appeal Period https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
999 Anthony8-21-19
910 BANCROFT 8-19-19
1533 Beverly
1308 Blake
1633 Bonita - 8-19-19
2023 Center
1615 Francisco
1407 Gilman – 8-19-19
1417 Grant
815 Indian Rock
2711 Mabel
1727 Parker
2851 Russell – 8-19-19
1235 San Pablo 8-22-19
2613 San Pablo 8-22-19
2151.5 Stuart 8-19-19
2312 Telegraph 8-29-19
1235 Tenth 8-27-19
1835 Virginia 8-22-19
Remanded to ZAB or LPC With 90-Day Deadline
1155-73 Hearst (develop 2 parcels) – referred back to City Council – to be scheduled
2701 Shattuck (construct 5-story mixed-use building) – ZAB 6-30-2019
WORKSHOPS
Sept 17 – Arts and Culture Plan, Zero Waste Rate Review, Adeline Corridor Plan
Oct 22 – Berkeley’s 2020 Vision Update, Census 2020 Update, Short term Rentals
Nov 5 - Transfer Station Feasibility Study, Vision Zero Action Plan,
Unscheduled – Cannabis Health Considerations
Unscheduled PRESENTATIONS
Referral Response: Explore Grant Writing Services
_____________________
This meeting list is also posted in the Berkeley Daily Planet under activist’s calendar http://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
August 11 - August 18, 2019
Worth Noting:
City Council is on summer recess until September 9th and most of the Boards and Commissions also take a summer break, some in July and some in August.
Wildfire Evacuation Drills for high risk fire areas
Sunday, August 11, 2019
Register for August 22, 6 – 8 pm, Climate Action Coalition – Clean Transportation Convening, clean energy home, home electrification, East Bay Community Energy, SunShares bulk discount program. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ride-electric-all-the-way-home-electric-cars-101-the-future-of-berkeleys-clean-transportation-tickets-64738825570
_____________________
Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
2325 Sixth St (single family residence) – public hearing 9/24/2019
Notice of Decision (NOD) With End of Appeal Period https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
910 BANCROFT 8-19-19
1633 Bonita - 8-19-19
857 Contra Costa - 8-12-19
2019 Del Norte- 8-16-19
1407 Gilman – 8-19-19
2707 Hillegass – 8-14-19
2851 Russell – 8-19-19
1235 San Pablo 8-22-19
2613 San Pablo 8-16-19
1909 University - 8-15-19
485 Vincente – 8-6-19
1835 Virginia 8-22-19
Remanded to ZAB or LPC With 90-Day Deadline
1155-73 Hearst (develop 2 parcels) – referred back to City Council – to be scheduled
2701 Shattuck (construct 5-story mixed-use building) – ZAB 6-30-2019
WORKSHOPS
Sept 17 – Arts and Culture Plan, Zero Waste Rate Review, Adeline Corridor Plan
Oct 22 – Berkeley’s 2020 Vision Update, Census 2020 Update, Short term Rentals
Nov 5 - Transfer Station Feasibility Study, Vision Zero Action Plan,
Unscheduled – Cannabis Health Considerations
Unscheduled PRESENTATIONS
Referral Response: Explore Grant Writing Services
_____________________
To check for Berkeley Unified School District Board Meetings go to
https://www.berkeleyschools.net/schoolboard/board-meeting-information/
_____________________
This meeting list is also posted in the Berkeley Daily Planet under activist’s calendar http://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
Worth Noting:
City Council is on summer recess until September 9th and most of the Boards and Commissions also take a summer break, some in July and some in August.
Wildfire Evacuation Drills for high risk fire areas
- August 11 from 9am – 10 am, neighborhood Wildcat Canyon to the east, The Alameda to the West, Berkeley-Contra Costa border to the north, Codornices Park to the south,
- August 25 from 9am – 10 am, neighborhood Berkeley-Contra costa to the east, Spruce to the west, Codornices Park to the north and UC Berkeley to south.
Sunday, August 11, 2019
- Wildfire Evacuation Drill, 9 - 10 am, neighborhood Wildcat Canyon to the east, The Alameda to the West, Berkeley-Contra Costa border to the north, Codornices Park to the south,
- Concurrent Meeting Parks and Waterfront Subcommittee and Public Works Commission T1 Infrastructure Subcommittee, 9 – 11 am at 1947 Center, Sitka Spruce Room, 1st Floor, Agenda: 3. T1 Phase 2 Timeline and Recommendations, Proposed 5 public meetings, geographic equity, local vs. citywide elements https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Public_Works_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Tax the Rich Rally, with music by Occupella, 5 – 6 pm at the Top of Solano in front of the Closed Oaks Theater, Rain/Extreme Heat Cancels
- Alameda County Housing Survey and Community Meeting on Housing - Fair Housing Community Engagement Meeting, 1-3 pm at 2090 Kittredge, Berkeley Downtown Central Library, Board Room, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=16221
- Commission on the Status of Women – Santa Rita Jail Subcommittee, 7 – 8 pm at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Sr. Center https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_the_Status_of_Women_Homepage.aspx
- Homeless Services Panel of Experts, 7 pm at 2180 Milvia, 1st Floor Cypress Room, Agenda: 6. Draft Mission Statement, 7. Budget Recommendations, 8. Appointment ex officio members to other commissions, 9. Presentation BUSD on funding youth and family programs https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Homeless_Services_Panel_of_Experts.aspx
- Parks and Waterfront Commission, 7 – 9 pm at 2800 Park St, Frances Albrier Community Center, Agenda: 8. Waterfront leases, Cesar Chavez Park Signage, Aquatic Park encampments, 9. Presentation WETA Ferry Feasibility Study, 10. Berkeley Marina Website Launch, 13. Adopt a Spot, 14. Marina Area Specific Plan, 15. RV study authorized by Council that includes marina as potential site, 16. T1 Bonds, 17. Southern Waterfront Parking https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Parks_and_Waterfront_Commission.aspx
- Police Review Commission Subcommittee Probation & Parole Searches, 11 am, at 1947 Center, Sitka Spruce Room, 1st Floor, Agenda: Development of new BPD policy regarding probation and parole inquiries and related searches https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board, 7 – 11 pm, 1231 Addison St, Agenda, 4. C. amend contracts with the Eviction Defense Center and the East Bay Community Law Center, d. Communication to HUD in opposition to proposed changes to Section 214 of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1980, 5. Appeal 1921 Delaware #5, 6.(1)Regulation 53 (revocable trust), (2) filling Board vacancy (3) Streamline various Rent Board regulations https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Rent_Stabilization_Board/Home/Agenda__RSB_2019_Aug_15.aspx
- Design Review Committee, 7 – 10 pm at 1947 Center St, Basement Multi-purpose Room, Agenda, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/designreview/
- 2352 Shattuck – demolish 2 existing commercial buildings, split lot in two, construct 2 8-story mixed use buildings, 206 units including 15 very low income units, 11, 460 sq ft commercial space, 19,530 usable open space, 93 ground level parking spaces, Continued preliminary review, Majority recommendations
- 2176 Kittridge – demolish non-residential building, gas station and carwash, construct 7-story mixed use building 165-residential units, ground level retail, underground parking, Preliminary Design Review, Majority Recommendations
- Open Government Commission, 7:30 or 8 pm at 2180 Milvia, Cypress Room, listed on community calendar, NO AGENDA posted, check before going https://www.cityofberkeley.info/opengovermentcommission/
- No City meetings or events found
- No City meetings or events found
- No City meetings or events found
Register for August 22, 6 – 8 pm, Climate Action Coalition – Clean Transportation Convening, clean energy home, home electrification, East Bay Community Energy, SunShares bulk discount program. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ride-electric-all-the-way-home-electric-cars-101-the-future-of-berkeleys-clean-transportation-tickets-64738825570
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
2325 Sixth St (single family residence) – public hearing 9/24/2019
Notice of Decision (NOD) With End of Appeal Period https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
910 BANCROFT 8-19-19
1633 Bonita - 8-19-19
857 Contra Costa - 8-12-19
2019 Del Norte- 8-16-19
1407 Gilman – 8-19-19
2707 Hillegass – 8-14-19
2851 Russell – 8-19-19
1235 San Pablo 8-22-19
2613 San Pablo 8-16-19
1909 University - 8-15-19
485 Vincente – 8-6-19
1835 Virginia 8-22-19
Remanded to ZAB or LPC With 90-Day Deadline
1155-73 Hearst (develop 2 parcels) – referred back to City Council – to be scheduled
2701 Shattuck (construct 5-story mixed-use building) – ZAB 6-30-2019
WORKSHOPS
Sept 17 – Arts and Culture Plan, Zero Waste Rate Review, Adeline Corridor Plan
Oct 22 – Berkeley’s 2020 Vision Update, Census 2020 Update, Short term Rentals
Nov 5 - Transfer Station Feasibility Study, Vision Zero Action Plan,
Unscheduled – Cannabis Health Considerations
Unscheduled PRESENTATIONS
Referral Response: Explore Grant Writing Services
_____________________
To check for Berkeley Unified School District Board Meetings go to
https://www.berkeleyschools.net/schoolboard/board-meeting-information/
_____________________
This meeting list is also posted in the Berkeley Daily Planet under activist’s calendar http://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
August 4 - August 11, 2019
Worth Noting:
City Council is on summer recess until September 9th and most of the Boards and Commissions also take a summer break, some in July and some in August. August 6 is National Night Out.
Wildfire Evacuation Drills for high risk fire areas
Disaster and Fire Safety Commission on Wednesday is addressing wildfire risk reduction, power shutoff, fire equipment access.
Sunday, August 4, 2019
Alameda County Housing Survey and Community Meeting on Housing August 13, 1-3 pm at 2090 Kittredge, Berkeley Central Library
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/alameda-county-housing-survey-community-meetings-tickets-64981828398
Register for August 22, 6 – 8 pm, Climate Action Coalition – Clean Transportation Convening, clean energy home, home electrification, East Bay Community Energy, SunShares bulk discount program. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ride-electric-all-the-way-home-electric-cars-101-the-future-of-berkeleys-clean-transportation-tickets-64738825570
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
2325 Sixth St (single family residence) – public hearing 9/24/2019
Notice of Decision (NOD) With End of Appeal Period https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
840 Addison – 8-5-19
1643 Allston – 8-6-19
910 BANCROFT 8-19-19
2124 Bancroft 8-5-19
1827 Blake – 8-6-19
1633 Bonita - 8-19-19
857 Contra Costa - 8-12-19
1854 Euclid - 8-5-19
2019 Del Norte- 8-16-19
1833 Fourth – 8-5-19
1208 Gilman – 8-6-19
1407 Gilman – 8-19-19
2707 Hillegass – 8-14-19
2851 Russell – 8-19-19
1235 San Pablo 8-22-19
2613 San Pablo 8-16-19
1647 Sixth – 8-6-19
2475 Telegraph 8-5-19
584 The Alameda – 8-6-19
1909 University - 8-15-19
485 Vincente – 8-6-19
1835 Virginia 8-22-19
Remanded to ZAB or LPC With 90-Day Deadline
1155-73 Hearst (develop 2 parcels) – referred back to City Council – to be scheduled
2701 Shattuck (construct 5-story mixed-use building) – ZAB 6-30-2019
WORKSHOPS
Sept 17 – Arts and Culture Plan, Zero Waste Rate Review, Adeline Corridor Plan
Oct 22 – Berkeley’s 2020 Vision Update, Census 2020 Update, Short term Rentals
Nov 5 - Transfer Station Feasibility Study, Vision Zero Action Plan,
Unscheduled – Cannabis Health Considerations
Unscheduled PRESENTATIONS
Referral Response: Explore Grant Writing Services
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This meeting list is also posted in the Berkeley Daily Planet under activist’s calendar http://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
Worth Noting:
City Council is on summer recess until September 9th and most of the Boards and Commissions also take a summer break, some in July and some in August. August 6 is National Night Out.
Wildfire Evacuation Drills for high risk fire areas
- August 4 (see below),
- August 11 from 9am – 10 am, neighborhood Wildcat Canyon to the east, The Alameda to the West, Berkeley-Contra Costa border to the north, Codornices Park to the south,
- August 25 from 9am – 10 am, neighborhood Berkeley-Contra costa to the east, Spruce to the west, Codornices Park to the north and UC Berkeley to south.
Disaster and Fire Safety Commission on Wednesday is addressing wildfire risk reduction, power shutoff, fire equipment access.
Sunday, August 4, 2019
- Wildfire Evacuation Drill, 9 – 10 am at neighborhood between the Berkeley-Oakland border to the east, Telegraph to the west, Dwight to the north and Alcatraz to the south. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/City_Manager/Press_Releases/2019/2019-07-23_Sign_up_for_City-led_wildfire_evacuation_drills_in_August.aspx
- Tax the Rich Rally, with music by Occupella, 5 – 6 pm at the Top of Solano in front of the Closed Oaks Theater, Rain/Extreme Heat Cancels
- National Night Out, check link to find nearby gathering https://www.cityofberkeley.info/City_Manager/Press_Releases/2019/2019-08-01_National_Night_Out_Meet_neighbors,_build_community_on_Aug_6.aspx
- Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board IRA / AGA / Registration, 4 pm, 2001 Center St, Law Library, 2nd Floor, Agenda: Golden Duplex https://www.cityofberkeley.info/uploadedFiles/Rent_Stabilization_Board/Level_3_-_General/19%20Aug%206_IRA-AGA%20Agenda%20PACKET.pdf
- Disaster and Fire Safety Commission, 7 – 9 pm at 997 Cedar St, Fire Department Training Center, Agenda: 3. PG&E Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS), 4. Vegetation Management to reduce fire risk, 5. Recommendation ensuring fire equipment access, 6. Emergency Preparedness, 7. Wildfire Issues: Parking and Prevention https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Disaster_and_Fire_Safety_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Police Review Commission – Lexipol Policies Subcommittee, 4 pm, at 1947 Center, Sika Spruce Conference Room, 1st Floor, Agenda: Policies 1302 – Surveillance Use Policy, 1302 Appendix A – Surveillance Acquisition Report, 422 – Automated License Plate Readers https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Adeline Corridor Specific Plan Subcommittee, 7 – 10 pm, at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Continued Discussion Transportation and Public Space, Chapters 6 & 7 https://www.cityofberkeley.info/AdelineCorridor/
- City of Berkeley reduced service day
- Blues Festival, 12 – 5 pm, at Ohlone Park Baseball Field, Sacramento at Delawarehttps://www.cityofberkeley.info/City_Manager/Press_Releases/2019/2019-08-01_Blues_Fest_at_Ohlone_Park–_A_free_outdoor_concert!.aspx
- No City sponsored events or meetings found
Alameda County Housing Survey and Community Meeting on Housing August 13, 1-3 pm at 2090 Kittredge, Berkeley Central Library
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/alameda-county-housing-survey-community-meetings-tickets-64981828398
Register for August 22, 6 – 8 pm, Climate Action Coalition – Clean Transportation Convening, clean energy home, home electrification, East Bay Community Energy, SunShares bulk discount program. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ride-electric-all-the-way-home-electric-cars-101-the-future-of-berkeleys-clean-transportation-tickets-64738825570
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
2325 Sixth St (single family residence) – public hearing 9/24/2019
Notice of Decision (NOD) With End of Appeal Period https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
840 Addison – 8-5-19
1643 Allston – 8-6-19
910 BANCROFT 8-19-19
2124 Bancroft 8-5-19
1827 Blake – 8-6-19
1633 Bonita - 8-19-19
857 Contra Costa - 8-12-19
1854 Euclid - 8-5-19
2019 Del Norte- 8-16-19
1833 Fourth – 8-5-19
1208 Gilman – 8-6-19
1407 Gilman – 8-19-19
2707 Hillegass – 8-14-19
2851 Russell – 8-19-19
1235 San Pablo 8-22-19
2613 San Pablo 8-16-19
1647 Sixth – 8-6-19
2475 Telegraph 8-5-19
584 The Alameda – 8-6-19
1909 University - 8-15-19
485 Vincente – 8-6-19
1835 Virginia 8-22-19
Remanded to ZAB or LPC With 90-Day Deadline
1155-73 Hearst (develop 2 parcels) – referred back to City Council – to be scheduled
2701 Shattuck (construct 5-story mixed-use building) – ZAB 6-30-2019
WORKSHOPS
Sept 17 – Arts and Culture Plan, Zero Waste Rate Review, Adeline Corridor Plan
Oct 22 – Berkeley’s 2020 Vision Update, Census 2020 Update, Short term Rentals
Nov 5 - Transfer Station Feasibility Study, Vision Zero Action Plan,
Unscheduled – Cannabis Health Considerations
Unscheduled PRESENTATIONS
Referral Response: Explore Grant Writing Services
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This meeting list is also posted in the Berkeley Daily Planet under activist’s calendar http://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
July 28 - August 4, 2019
Worth Noting:
City Council is on summer recess until September 9th and most of the Boards and Commissions also take a summer break, some in July and some in August. August 6 is National Night Out.
Sunday, July 28, 2019
Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
2325 Sixth St (single family residence) – public hearing 9/24/2019
Notice of Decision (NOD) With End of Appeal Period
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
840 Addison – 8-5-19
1643 Allston – 8-6-19
2124 Bancroft 7-23-19
1827 Blake – 8-6-19
1633 Bonita - 8-19-19
857 Contra Costa - 8-12-19
1854 Euclid - 8-5-19
2019 Del Norte- 8-16-19
1833 Fourth – 8-5-19
1208 Gilman – 8-6-19
1024 Grizzly Peak – 7-30-19
1026 Grizzly Peak – 7-30-19
1028 Grizzly Peak – 7-30-19
2707 Hillegass – 8-14-19
2851 Russell – 8-19-19
1647 Sixth – 8-6-19
584 The Alameda – 8-6-19
1812 University - 7-30-19
485 Vincente – 8-6-19
Remanded to ZAB or LPC With 90-Day Deadline
1155-73 Hearst (develop 2 parcels) – referred back to City Council – to be scheduled
2701 Shattuck (construct 5-story mixed-use building) – ZAB 6-30-2019
WORKSHOPS
Sept 17 – Arts and Culture Plan, Zero Waste Rate Review, Adeline Corridor Plan
Oct 22 – Berkeley’s 2020 Vision Update, Census 2020 Update, Short term Rentals
Nov 5 - Transfer Station Feasibility Study, Vision Zero Action Plan,
Unscheduled – Cannabis Health Considerations
Unscheduled PRESENTATIONS
Referral Response: Explore Grant Writing Services
_____________________
This meeting list is also posted in the Berkeley Daily Planet under activist’s calendar http://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
Worth Noting:
City Council is on summer recess until September 9th and most of the Boards and Commissions also take a summer break, some in July and some in August. August 6 is National Night Out.
Sunday, July 28, 2019
- Kite Festival at the Marina, 10 am – 5 pm, event free, parking $20
- Annual South Berkeley Neighbors Potluck BBQ & Music Festival, 12 noon– 6 pm, Ellis between Ashby and Prince
- Wellstone Democratic Renewal Club Annual Picnic, 1 – 5 pm, 1737 Allston Way
- Tax the Rich Rally, with music by Occupella, 5 – 6 pm at the Top of Solano in front of the Closed Oaks Theater, Rain/Extreme Heat Cancels
- Traffic Circle Policy Task Force Plantings Subcommittee, 6:30 -8:30 pm, at 2000 University, Au Coquelet, Meeting listed on Community Calendar, but not on taskforce website, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Traffic_Circle_Policy_Task_Force.aspx
- Democratic Presidential Candidate Debate, 5 pm, on CNN
- Commission on Aging, 1 – 3 pm at 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: 7. Senior Housing Crisis, 8. Risks to Seniors and Disabled during Wildfire-Safety power outages, 9. Homelessness among the elderly https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Aging_Homepage.aspx
- Traffic Circle Policy Task Force, 6:30 pm, at 2180 Milvia, Redwood Room 6th Floor, Meeting listed on Community Calendar, but not on taskforce website, no Agenda given https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Traffic_Circle_Policy_Task_Force.aspx
- Planning Commission Subcommittee on the Adeline Corridor Specific Plan, 7 – 10 pm, at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Continued Discussion Land Use/Zoning (Draft Plan Chapters 3-Land Use, 4- Housing Affordability, 8-Implementation, Appendices A & C) https://www.cityofberkeley.info/AdelineCorridor/
- Democratic Presidential Candidate Debate, 5 pm on CNN
- Landmarks Preservation Commission, 7 – 11:30 pm at 1947 Center St, Multipurpose Room, Basement http://www.cityofberkeley.info/landmarkspreservationcommission/
- 1440 Hawthorne Terrace – Marsh House and Gardens, Landmark or structure of merit
- 1450 Hawthorne Terrace – Sperry-McLaughlin House and Gardens, Landmark or structure of merit
- 1581 Le Roy Ave – Structural Alteration
- 2018-36 University – Structural Alteration
- 2526 Hawthorne Terrace – Mills Act Contract
- Sophie Hahn Councilmember District 5, 4:30 – 6:30 pm, will have a table at North Shattuck Farmer’s Market between Rose and Vine,
- No City meetings or events found
- No City sponsored events or meetings found
- No City sponsored events or meetings found
Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
2325 Sixth St (single family residence) – public hearing 9/24/2019
Notice of Decision (NOD) With End of Appeal Period
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
840 Addison – 8-5-19
1643 Allston – 8-6-19
2124 Bancroft 7-23-19
1827 Blake – 8-6-19
1633 Bonita - 8-19-19
857 Contra Costa - 8-12-19
1854 Euclid - 8-5-19
2019 Del Norte- 8-16-19
1833 Fourth – 8-5-19
1208 Gilman – 8-6-19
1024 Grizzly Peak – 7-30-19
1026 Grizzly Peak – 7-30-19
1028 Grizzly Peak – 7-30-19
2707 Hillegass – 8-14-19
2851 Russell – 8-19-19
1647 Sixth – 8-6-19
584 The Alameda – 8-6-19
1812 University - 7-30-19
485 Vincente – 8-6-19
Remanded to ZAB or LPC With 90-Day Deadline
1155-73 Hearst (develop 2 parcels) – referred back to City Council – to be scheduled
2701 Shattuck (construct 5-story mixed-use building) – ZAB 6-30-2019
WORKSHOPS
Sept 17 – Arts and Culture Plan, Zero Waste Rate Review, Adeline Corridor Plan
Oct 22 – Berkeley’s 2020 Vision Update, Census 2020 Update, Short term Rentals
Nov 5 - Transfer Station Feasibility Study, Vision Zero Action Plan,
Unscheduled – Cannabis Health Considerations
Unscheduled PRESENTATIONS
Referral Response: Explore Grant Writing Services
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This meeting list is also posted in the Berkeley Daily Planet under activist’s calendar http://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
July 21 - July 28, 2019
Worth Noting and Showing Up:
Monday the Mayor’s State of the City Address is sold out. It will be live on his Facebook page,
Tuesday is the last City Council meeting until September 10. The Agenda appears unbearably long. While most of it is on consent, the action items include RV permitting - Item 38. Is a one-time annual permit for a 2week RV parking permit and 39. is for a 3-month RV parking permit and temporary safe parking site. Item 40. the Update on Policing Stop Data states policing stops have declined but contains no actual data and recommends creation of a task force. The last item is the Pipeline (housing) report with the number of multi-unit projects approved, built and low-income units within the projects. The report confirms what is visible on the street, not enough affordable housing is being built and there is an excess of market rate (overpriced) units.
Sunday, July 21, 2019
Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
2325 Sixth St (single family residence) – public hearing 9/24/2019
Notice of Decision (NOD) With End of Appeal Period
1111 Allston Way (single family dwelling) – 7-8-2019
2198 San Pablo Ave (new mixed-use development) – 7-8-2019
0 Euclid Ave- Berryman Reservoir (denial of telecom facility)
Landmarks Preservation Ordinance Notice of Decision (NOD)
1619 Walnut
1915 Fourth St
2580 Bancroft
Remanded to ZAB or LPC With 90-Day Deadline
1155-73 Hearst (develop 2 parcels) – referred back to City Council – to be scheduled
2701 Shattuck (construct 5-story mixed-use building) – ZAB 6-30-2019
WORKSHOPS
Sept 17 – Arts and Culture Plan, Zero Waste Rate Review, Adeline Corridor Plan
Oct 22 – Berkeley’s 2020 Vision Update, Census 2020 Update, Short term Rentals
Nov 5 - Transfer Station Feasibility Study, Vision Zero Action Plan,
Unscheduled – Cannabis Health Considerations
Unscheduled PRESENTATIONS
Referral Response: Explore Grant Writing Services
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This meeting list is also posted on the Sustainable Berkeley Coalition website.
http://www.sustainableberkeleycoalition.com/whats-ahead.html and in the Berkeley Daily Planet under activist’s calendar http://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
Worth Noting and Showing Up:
Monday the Mayor’s State of the City Address is sold out. It will be live on his Facebook page,
Tuesday is the last City Council meeting until September 10. The Agenda appears unbearably long. While most of it is on consent, the action items include RV permitting - Item 38. Is a one-time annual permit for a 2week RV parking permit and 39. is for a 3-month RV parking permit and temporary safe parking site. Item 40. the Update on Policing Stop Data states policing stops have declined but contains no actual data and recommends creation of a task force. The last item is the Pipeline (housing) report with the number of multi-unit projects approved, built and low-income units within the projects. The report confirms what is visible on the street, not enough affordable housing is being built and there is an excess of market rate (overpriced) units.
Sunday, July 21, 2019
- No City meetings or events found
- Mayor Arreguin State of the City Address, 6 pm sold out, it will be live streamed on Facebook, https://www.facebook.com/berkeleymayor/
- Community Health Commission – Cannabis Subcommittee, 11 am, at 2000 University, Au Coquelet, Agenda: Draft Cannabis Recommendation https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Community_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Zero Waste Commission, 7 – 9 pm at 1326 Allston Way, Willow Room, City of Berkeley Corporation Yard, Agenda with approximate times: 7:45 pm Presentation Telegraph Ave Reusable Cup Pilot Program, 8:05 pm Preview Ecology Center Resourceful web application, 8:15 pm City Solid Waste and Recycling Transfer station, 8:25 pm Single Use Foodware Ordinance Implementation including signage and public education, 8:45 pm. Reduction of flammable vegetation - Fire Fuel Chipper and Debris Bin Program information, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Zero_Waste_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Tax the Rich Rally, with music by Occupella, 5 – 6 pm at the Top of Solano in front of the Closed Oaks Theater, Rain/Extreme Heat Cancels
- Mental Health Commission Site Visit Subcommittee, 12:30 pm at 2180 Cypress Room, 1st Floor, Agenda: Consumer Feedback Session https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Mental_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Berkeley City Council, at 1231 Addison Street, BUSD Board Room, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
- Closed Session with Legal Counsel, 5:00 pm, Agenda: 1. Blake v. City of Berkeley, Case No. RG17870367, 2. City of Berkeley v. Regents of University of California, Case No. RG19023058
- Regular Meeting, 6:00 pm – 11:00 pm, Agenda: CONSENT: 1. Expand control of flavored tobacco, 3. 2020 Council meeting schedule, 5. Affordable Housing - Use a portion of tax-exempt bonds for reimbursement of expenditures for the projects – expected obligation $175 million, 6. Animal Care Mutual Aid in Disasters, 7. RFP, 8. Amend contract with Resource Development Assoc (RDA) total $54,500 to build database for Mental Health Division Homeless Outreach and Treatment Team (HOTT), 9. Mental Health Services Act Annual Update, 10. Amend contract with Merritt Hawkins adding $100,000 (total $149,990) for recruitment of psychiatrist, 11. Amend 7 contracts increasing total to $2,162,700 thru June 30, 2020 for Mental Health Services Act Community Services, Supports, Prevention and Early Intervention, 12. 5 yr contract for $1,363,735 with AMCS for Zero Waste Management Software System, 13. 5 yr contract for $487,249 with Assetworks for a Fleet Management Software 14. Add $42,216 (total $76,811) to Communication Strategies contract for developing requirements and needs assessment for Voice over IP support and maintenance, 15. Special use permit with US Forest Service for Tuolumne Camp, 16. $365,000 contract with Left Coast Land Clearing for hazard mitigation Tuolumne Camp, 17. $584,354 contract with Leslie Heavy Haul, LLC for Tuolumne Camp Tree Hazard Mitigation, 18. Contract for $468,706 and $70,000 Contingency (total $538,706) with McNabb Construction, Inc for George Florence Park Playground Renovation – 2121 Tenth St, 19. Grant Application – Trees Build Community Program, 20. Amend Contract add $55,000 total $250,000 Asphalt Repairs-Resurface City Parks, 22. Authorize modification of Measure T1 Phase 1 project list removing King School Park Bioswale project and adding 13 priority sites identified by Green Infrastructure plan (6/18/19) and Public Works Commission, 23. Selective Traffic Enforcement Program Grant, 24. 2019-202 Alcoholic Beverage Control Grant, 25. Add $50,000 and extend contract to 6/30/21 with Restoration Management Co. for on-call remediation and restoration services, 26. 3 yr contract $450,000 with Stockton Tri Industries for Front Loading and Rear Loading Container Purchase, 28. Increase amended contract by $31,161 (total $351,317 plus $6,000 contingency) with W.A. Rose Construction for exterior Stucco Demolition Work at the Central Library, 29. Defendant’s Side Agreement to facilitate Consent Decree Compliance, 30. Preferential Parking Permit Update, 31. Prioritize street light replacement and street improvements by high-collision street first, 32. Transfer $550,000 to Rent Board to amend contracts with Eviction Dense Center and East Bay Law Center and anti-displacement services for low and moderate-income Berkeley residents, 33. . Designate Ohlone Greenway and West Street Bike Path as linear City Parks, 34. Support CA SB 464 Dignity in Pregnancy and Childbirth, 35. Support AB 1279 Housing development, ACTION: 36. Amendments to Berkeley Election Reform Act, 37. Substantial Amendments to Annual Action Plans for Use of Emergency Solutions Grants (ESG) Funds allocating maximum allowable amount towards shelter and street outreach and away from rapid rehousing – (Hearing scheduled for 6 – 7 pm according to the Community Calendar), 38. 2-week RV Permitting Process – allows one time/year 2-week permit, 39. ID Locations for Managed Safe RV Parking on City-Owned Land, Development of 3-month “Grace Period” Permit Program, and request that State Lands Commission Permit Temporary Safe Parking Site at Berkeley Waterfront, 40. Update on BPD Stop Data Collection, Data Analysis and Community Engagement, 41. Wage Theft Prevention, D. Pipeline Report, INFORMATION: 43.Update Measure T1, 44. Parks, Recreation, Waterfront – Audit Status Report, 48. 2020 Public Art Plan and Budget, 49. B.M.C. 13.79.050 Report 103 Tenants accepted buyout agreements to vacate their tenancy March 2016 – June 2018, 50. Zero Waste Commission Work Plan, 51. Audit Plan FY 2019, 2020. To include performance audits housing/homelessness, street repairs, climate change response.
- Civic Arts Commission, 6 – 8 pm at 1901 Russell St, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library, Agenda: 4.a. Berkeley Big People, b. Extend Display of “Home” at Downtown BART, c. Purchase 6 Artworks by Stephen MacMillan, d. Affordable Housing for Artists https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CivicArtsCommissionHomepage/
- Energy Commission, 6:30 – 9 pm at 1947 Center St, Agenda: 4. Electric Mobility Roadmap, 5. Climate Action Fund Referendum, 6. Building Electrification https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Energy_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Police Review Commission, 7 – 10 pm, at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: 8. Subcommittee Reports a. Lexipol Policies, b. MOU Compendium, c. Standard of Proof, 9. Surveillance Use Policies, Acquisition, Technology Use & Community Safety GPS Tracking, 10. c. PRC Participation in Tuesday, Aug 6 National Night Out, d. Lexipol Policies – Hate Crimes, Information Technology Use, Private Person’s arrest, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- LATE ENTRY Climate Emergency Task Force, 5 pm, 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, Redwood Room,
- Community Health Commission, 6:30 – 9 pm at 2939 Ellis St. South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Presentation: City Public Health Division update by Dr. Jose Ducos, Action Cannabis Recommendations https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Community_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Mental Health Commission, 7 – 9 pm at 1947 Center St, Basement Multi-purpose Room, Agenda: 4. Discussion and possible Action on video of Berkeley Police Dept presentation to the Police Review Commission https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Mental_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Zoning Adjustment Board, 7 pm at 1231 Addison St, BUSD Board Room, Agenda: 1486 University application withdrawn, remaining item 2151 ½ Stuart St – convert 212 sq. ft. of garage area to habitable space, add 174 sq. ft. habitable space, create 6th bedroom in existing rear dwelling by raising unit 1’5” and shifting it 1’4” eastward. Staff recommend approve https://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
- Mental Health Commission – Mobile Crisis Response Subcommittee, 5:30 pm at 2939 Ellis St. South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Review Needs Assessment for Mobile Crisis https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Mental_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Music in the Park – Morchestra and Morgan Maudiere’s 4 piece Jazz Band, 12 noon – 3 pm, Civic Center Park https://www.cityofberkeley.info/City_Manager/Press_Releases/2019/2019-07-16_Music_Concerts_in_Berkeley_Parks___Big_Band,_Blues,_Hip_Hop_and_more.aspx
- No City sponsored events or meetings found
Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
2325 Sixth St (single family residence) – public hearing 9/24/2019
Notice of Decision (NOD) With End of Appeal Period
1111 Allston Way (single family dwelling) – 7-8-2019
2198 San Pablo Ave (new mixed-use development) – 7-8-2019
0 Euclid Ave- Berryman Reservoir (denial of telecom facility)
Landmarks Preservation Ordinance Notice of Decision (NOD)
1619 Walnut
1915 Fourth St
2580 Bancroft
Remanded to ZAB or LPC With 90-Day Deadline
1155-73 Hearst (develop 2 parcels) – referred back to City Council – to be scheduled
2701 Shattuck (construct 5-story mixed-use building) – ZAB 6-30-2019
WORKSHOPS
Sept 17 – Arts and Culture Plan, Zero Waste Rate Review, Adeline Corridor Plan
Oct 22 – Berkeley’s 2020 Vision Update, Census 2020 Update, Short term Rentals
Nov 5 - Transfer Station Feasibility Study, Vision Zero Action Plan,
Unscheduled – Cannabis Health Considerations
Unscheduled PRESENTATIONS
Referral Response: Explore Grant Writing Services
_____________________
This meeting list is also posted on the Sustainable Berkeley Coalition website.
http://www.sustainableberkeleycoalition.com/whats-ahead.html and in the Berkeley Daily Planet under activist’s calendar http://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
July 14 - July 21, 2019
Worth Noting and Showing Up:
With Only two more City Council meetings before summer recess, the week ahead is packed.
Monday at 2:30 pm is a special Council Agenda with only 2 items, revisions to City Council procedure rules and the scope of the City Manager's evaluation.
Tuesday evening at 6 pm the City Council meeting item C under action is the Ordinance prohibiting natural gas infrastructure in new construction. The same evening on consent is direction for updating the Wireless Ordinance and item B is the Framework for Affordable Housing.
Wednesday at noon the Council Safety Committee is taking up a proposed ordinance on prohibiting use of facial recognition technology - San Francisco banned facial recognition technology in May, Oakland did the same in June. CORRECTION for Oakland - Ordinance approved in committee to ban facial recognition technology in June with full Council vote scheduled for July 16.
Thursday the Council Land Use Committee meets at 10:30 am and in the evening the Design Review Committee takes up discussion of a long overdue appraisal of best practices and project review - just exactly how well have approved multi-unit mixed-use projects worked for the people living in them.
The July 23 Council agenda is available for comment and follows the weekly list of meetings.
Sunday, July 14, 2019
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Berkeley City Council July 23 meeting available for comment, email [email protected] CONSENT: 1. Expand control of flavored tobacco, 3. 2020 Council meeting schedule, 5. Affordable Housing - Use a portion of tax-exempt bonds for reimbursement of expenditures for the projects – expected obligation $175 million, 6. Animal Care Mutual Aid in Disasters, 7. RFP, 8. Amend contract with Resource Development Assoc (RDA) total $54,500 to build database for Mental Health Division Homeless Outreach and Treatment Team (HOTT), 9. Mental Health Services Act Annual Update, 10. Amend contract with Merritt Hawkins adding $100,000 (total $149,990) for recruitment of psychiatrist, 11. Amend 7 contracts increasing total to $2,162,700 thru June 30, 2020 for Mental Health Services Act Community Services, Supports, Prevention and Early Intervention, 12. 5 yr contract for $1,363,735 with AMCS for Zero Waste Management Software System, 13. 5 yr contract for $487,249 with Assetworks for a Fleet Management Software 14. Add $42,216 (total $76,811) to Communication Strategies contract for developing requirements and needs assessment for Voice over IP support and maintenance, 15. Special use permit with US Forest Service for Tuolumne Camp, 16. $365,000 contract with Left Coast Land Clearing for hazard mitigation Tuolumne Camp, 17. $584,354 contract with Leslie Heavy Haul, LLC for Tuolumne Camp Tree Hazard Mitigation, 18. Contract for $468,706 and $70,000 Contingency (total $538,706) with McNabb Construction, Inc for George Florence Park Playground Renovation – 2121 Tenth St, 19. Grant Application – Trees Build Community Program, 20. Amend Contract add $55,000 total $250,000 Asphalt Repairs-Resurface City Parks, 22. Authorize modification of Measure T1 Phase 1 project list removing King School Park Bioswale project and adding 13 priority sites identified by Green Infrastructure plan (6/18/19) and Public Works Commission, 23. Selective Traffic Enforcement Program Grant, 24. 2019-202 Alcoholic Beverage Control Grant, 25. Add $50,000 and extend contract to 6/30/21 with Restoration Management Co. for on-call remediation and restoration services, 26. 3 yr contract $450,000 with Stockton Tri Industries for Front Loading and Rear Loading Container Purchase, 28. . Increase amended contract by $31,161 (total $351,317 plus $6,000 contingency) with W.A. Rose Construction for exterior Stucco Demolition Work at the Central Library, 29. Defendant’s Side Agreement to facilitate Consent Decree Compliance, 30. Preferential Parking Permit Update, 31. Prioritize street light replacement and street improvements by high-collision street first, 32. Transfer $550,000 to Rent Board to amend contracts with Eviction Dense Center and East Bay Law Center and anti-displacement services for low and moderate-income Berkeley residents, 33. . Designate Ohlone Greenway and West Street Bike Path as linear City Parks, 34. Support CA SB 464 Dignity in Pregnancy and Childbirth, 35. Support AB 1279 Housing development, 36. Amendments to Berkeley Election Reform Act, 37. Substantial Amendments to Annual Action Plans for Use of Emergency Solutions Grants (ESG) Funds allocating maximum allowable amount towards shelter and street outreach and away from rapid rehousing, 38. 2-week RV Permitting Process – allows one time/year 2-week permit, 39. ID Locations for Managed Safe RV Parking on City-Owned Land, Development of 3-month “Grace Period” Permit Program, and request that State Lands Commission Permit Temporary Safe Parking Site at Berkeley Waterfront, 40. Update on BPD Stop Data Collection, Data Analysis and Community Engagement, 41. Wage Theft Prevention,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2019/07_Jul/City_Council__07-23-2019_-_Regular_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
2325 Sixth St (single family residence) – public hearing 9/24/2019
Notice of Decision (NOD) With End of Appeal Period
1111 Allston Way (single family dwelling) – 7-8-2019
2198 San Pablo Ave (new mixed-use development) – 7-8-2019
0 Euclid Ave- Berryman Reservoir (denial of telecom facility)
Landmarks Preservation Ordinance Notice of Decision (NOD)
1619 Walnut
1915 Fourth St
2580 Bancroft
Remanded to ZAB or LPC With 90-Day Deadline
1155-73 Hearst (develop 2 parcels) – referred back to City Council – to be scheduled
2701 Shattuck (construct 5-story mixed-use building) – ZAB 6-30-2019
WORKSHOPS
Sept 17 – Arts and Culture Plan, Zero Waste Rate Review, Adeline Corridor Plan
Oct 22 – Berkeley’s 2020 Vision Update, Census 2020 Update, Short term Rentals
Nov 5 - Transfer Station Feasibility Study, Vision Zero Action Plan,
Unscheduled – Cannabis Health Considerations
Unscheduled PRESENTATIONS
Referral Response: Explore Grant Writing Services
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Worth Noting and Showing Up:
With Only two more City Council meetings before summer recess, the week ahead is packed.
Monday at 2:30 pm is a special Council Agenda with only 2 items, revisions to City Council procedure rules and the scope of the City Manager's evaluation.
Tuesday evening at 6 pm the City Council meeting item C under action is the Ordinance prohibiting natural gas infrastructure in new construction. The same evening on consent is direction for updating the Wireless Ordinance and item B is the Framework for Affordable Housing.
Wednesday at noon the Council Safety Committee is taking up a proposed ordinance on prohibiting use of facial recognition technology - San Francisco banned facial recognition technology in May, Oakland did the same in June. CORRECTION for Oakland - Ordinance approved in committee to ban facial recognition technology in June with full Council vote scheduled for July 16.
Thursday the Council Land Use Committee meets at 10:30 am and in the evening the Design Review Committee takes up discussion of a long overdue appraisal of best practices and project review - just exactly how well have approved multi-unit mixed-use projects worked for the people living in them.
The July 23 Council agenda is available for comment and follows the weekly list of meetings.
Sunday, July 14, 2019
- Sunday Streets Berkeley Downtown, 11 am – 6 pm, http://www.sundaystreetsberkeley.org
- Street Closures, 9 am – 7 pm for Sunday Streets, Shattuck closed from University to Channing and Durant closed from Shattuck to Fulton https://www.cityofberkeley.info/City_Manager/Press_Releases/2019/2019-06-26_Road_closures_for_Sunday_Streets_(Downtown_Berkeley)_on_7/14.aspx
- Agenda and Rules Committee, 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm, 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Room, Agenda: 2. Revisions of City Council Rules of Procedure and Order, 3. Development of Performance Evaluation of the City Manager.
- Measure O Bond Oversight Committee, 7 pm, at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: 5. Priorities for the 2019 Housing Trust Fund Requests for Proposals https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Measure_O_Bond_Oversight_Committee.aspx
- Peace and Justice Commission, 7 pm at 2180 Milvia, 1st Floor Cypress Room, Agenda: 7. Resolution in support of protections from deportation and path to permanent residency, 8. Non-citizen voting initiative https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Peace_and_Justice_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Tax the Rich Rally, with music by Occupella, 5 – 6 pm at the Top of Solano in front of the Closed Oaks Theater, Rain/Extreme Heat Cancels
- Berkeley City Council, at 1231 Addison Street, BUSD Board Room,
- Closed Session, 5 pm, Agenda: Conference with Labor Negotiators, Berkeley Police Association, Berkeley fire Fighters Association
- Regular Session, 6:00 pm – 11:00 pm, Agenda: CONSENT: 1. Gender Neutral Language, 2. $376,430 contract with Gehl Studio for Civic Center Vision and Implementation Plan, 3. Add $100,000 to Bellingham contract (total $209,000) plus add PO $100,000 (total $200,000) to replace additional Finger Docks at Berkeley Marina, 4. Amend lease agreement with Sasha Shamszad for 841 Folger St/3000 7th St for Berkeley Police Department (BPD) Traffic and Parking enforcement for 6 months with month to month lease to follow ($16,651.65/mo), 5. Update Sewer System Management Plan, 6. Stormwater Fee, 7. Letters of Support to Eliminate Student Debt SB 806 aka College for All Act of 2017, 8. Presentation by PG&E, 9. Referral to City Manager to amend City’s Wireless Telecommunications Ordinance and Aesthetic Guidelines, 10. Support CA AB 302 Parking for Homeless Community College students, 11. Support AB 1076 Automatic Relief of Criminal Records, 12. Make City Hall a voting Center for 2020 under 2016 CA Voter Choice Act – ballots mailed to all voters, allow for same day registration, early voting – will result in decrease in voting locations, ACTION: A.a.&b. Role Peace and Justice Commission as advisory to Socially Responsible Investment and Procurement, B. Framework for Berkeley’s Affordable Housing, C. Adopt an Ordinance Prohibiting Natural Gas Infrastructure in New Buildings, 13. Annual Housing Pipeline Report, 14. Opportunity Zone Project Guidelines, INFORMATION REPORTS: 15. Improve Fire Safety Standards for Rebuilt Fire-Damaged Structures, 16. Community Environmental Advisory Commission (CEAC) 2019 Work Plan, 17. Public Works Commission 2020 Work Plan. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
- Traffic Circle Policy Task Force Operation and Maintenance Subcommittee, 7:30 pm, at 2000 University Au Coquelet, Agenda: 2. O&M primary elements, 3. Best Practices https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Traffic_Circle_Policy_Task_Force.aspx
- Landmarks Preservation Commission, 12 – 1:30 pm at 1947 Center St, Multipurpose Room, Basement, Agenda: Webinar Broadcast – Effective Community Advocacy http://www.cityofberkeley.info/landmarkspreservationcommission/
- City Council Public Safety Committee, 12 pm, 1947 Center, Basement Multi-purpose Room, Agenda: 2. Adopt an Ordinance Amending Berkeley Municipal Chapter 2.99 to Prohibit City Use of Facial Recognition Technology, 3. Alternative Compliance Measures to Achieve Fire Safety in Existing Live/Work Spaces, 4. Decriminalizing Entheogenic Plants, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Public_Safety.aspx
- Commission on Aging, 1 – 3 pm at 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: 4. Presentation Aging Services Update, 7. Senior Housing Crisis, 8. Risks to Seniors and Disabled during Wildfire-Safety related power outages, 9. Homelessness Among the Elderly, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Aging_Homepage.aspx
- Commission on Labor, 7 – 9 pm at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Presentation AB 5 which reinforces CA Court decision on whether workers classified as employee or independent contractor, 5.2. Homeless Youth, 3. Fair Workweek requirements, 4. Paid Family Leave, 5. Equal Pay Update, 6. Medicare for All Act. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Labor_Homepage.aspx
- Human Welfare & Community Action Commission, 7 – 9 pm at 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: 2. Easy Does It – Disability Services, 4. 1000 Person Plan to Address Homelessness, 5. Path to End Homelessness, Council Framework for Affordable Housing, 10. Disabled Access in high-density dorridors, 11. Update on West Berkeley Air Quality https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Human_Welfare_and_Community_Action_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Planning Commission, 7 – 10 pm at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: 9. GreenTRIP Presentation, 10. Parking Reform Discussion, 11. Public Hearing on Comprehensive Cannabis Zoning Amendments https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- City Council Land Use, Housing & Economic Development Committee, 10:30 am, at 2180 Milvia, 1st Floor Cypress Room, Agenda: 3. Amnesty Program for Legalizing Unpermitted Dwelling Units, 4. Prioritizing Affordable Housing for Homeless, 5. Ordinance adding new Chapter 9.50 requiring Legal Rights for Legal Tender, 6. Ronald V. Dellums Fair Chance Access to Housing and Public Health and Safety Ordinance. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Land_Use,_Housing___Economic_Development.aspx
- City Council Facilities, Infrastructure, Transportation, Environment & Sustainability Committee, 2 pm, at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Room, Agenda: 2a.&b. Recommendations for a Fossil Free Berkeley, 3. Considering Multi-year Bidding Processes for Street Paving https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Facilities,_Infrastructure,_Transportation,_Environment,___Sustainability.aspx
- Design Review Committee, 7 – 10 pm at 1947 Center St, Basement Multi-purpose Room, 2100 San Pablo Ave – demolish existing 1-story Commercial building, construct 4-story, 52 ft, mixed use 96 unit residential care facilitywith 2491 sq ft commercial space, 720 sq ft wellness center/club, 26 parking spaces, 12 bicycle spaces, committee decision
- 2352 Shattuck – demolish two existing commercial buildings, split lot, construct two 8-story, mixed use with 206 units (including 15 very low income units), 11,460 sq ft commercial space, 18,530 usable open space, 93 parking spaces, majority recommendations
- 2435 San Pablo – construct 4-story mixed-use building with ground floor live-work and residential lobby, 48 private rooms with communal kitchens on each residential floor, rooftop terraces on 3rd and 4th floors, 56 bicycle spaces,
- Discussion of DRC best practices and project review. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/designreview/
- Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board, 7 – 11 pm, 1231 Addison St, No Agenda Posted https://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
- Sugar-Sweetened Beverage Product Panel of Experts, 6:30 – 9 pm at 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, NO Agenda posted https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Sugar-Sweetened_Beverage_Product_Panel_of_Experts.aspx
- Transportation Commission, 7 – 10 pm at 1326 Allston Way, Corp Yard, Building A Willow Room, Agenda: 1. Electric Mobility Roadmap Update, 2. Modifications at Dwight and California intersection, 3. At 8:30 pm BART Presentation – North Berkeley BART station active access improvements project, 4. Fossil Free Berkeley, 5. Commission Goals, 6. Stop Sign Warrants https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Transportation_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- No City meetings or events found
- No City meetings or events found
- No City meetings or events found
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Berkeley City Council July 23 meeting available for comment, email [email protected] CONSENT: 1. Expand control of flavored tobacco, 3. 2020 Council meeting schedule, 5. Affordable Housing - Use a portion of tax-exempt bonds for reimbursement of expenditures for the projects – expected obligation $175 million, 6. Animal Care Mutual Aid in Disasters, 7. RFP, 8. Amend contract with Resource Development Assoc (RDA) total $54,500 to build database for Mental Health Division Homeless Outreach and Treatment Team (HOTT), 9. Mental Health Services Act Annual Update, 10. Amend contract with Merritt Hawkins adding $100,000 (total $149,990) for recruitment of psychiatrist, 11. Amend 7 contracts increasing total to $2,162,700 thru June 30, 2020 for Mental Health Services Act Community Services, Supports, Prevention and Early Intervention, 12. 5 yr contract for $1,363,735 with AMCS for Zero Waste Management Software System, 13. 5 yr contract for $487,249 with Assetworks for a Fleet Management Software 14. Add $42,216 (total $76,811) to Communication Strategies contract for developing requirements and needs assessment for Voice over IP support and maintenance, 15. Special use permit with US Forest Service for Tuolumne Camp, 16. $365,000 contract with Left Coast Land Clearing for hazard mitigation Tuolumne Camp, 17. $584,354 contract with Leslie Heavy Haul, LLC for Tuolumne Camp Tree Hazard Mitigation, 18. Contract for $468,706 and $70,000 Contingency (total $538,706) with McNabb Construction, Inc for George Florence Park Playground Renovation – 2121 Tenth St, 19. Grant Application – Trees Build Community Program, 20. Amend Contract add $55,000 total $250,000 Asphalt Repairs-Resurface City Parks, 22. Authorize modification of Measure T1 Phase 1 project list removing King School Park Bioswale project and adding 13 priority sites identified by Green Infrastructure plan (6/18/19) and Public Works Commission, 23. Selective Traffic Enforcement Program Grant, 24. 2019-202 Alcoholic Beverage Control Grant, 25. Add $50,000 and extend contract to 6/30/21 with Restoration Management Co. for on-call remediation and restoration services, 26. 3 yr contract $450,000 with Stockton Tri Industries for Front Loading and Rear Loading Container Purchase, 28. . Increase amended contract by $31,161 (total $351,317 plus $6,000 contingency) with W.A. Rose Construction for exterior Stucco Demolition Work at the Central Library, 29. Defendant’s Side Agreement to facilitate Consent Decree Compliance, 30. Preferential Parking Permit Update, 31. Prioritize street light replacement and street improvements by high-collision street first, 32. Transfer $550,000 to Rent Board to amend contracts with Eviction Dense Center and East Bay Law Center and anti-displacement services for low and moderate-income Berkeley residents, 33. . Designate Ohlone Greenway and West Street Bike Path as linear City Parks, 34. Support CA SB 464 Dignity in Pregnancy and Childbirth, 35. Support AB 1279 Housing development, 36. Amendments to Berkeley Election Reform Act, 37. Substantial Amendments to Annual Action Plans for Use of Emergency Solutions Grants (ESG) Funds allocating maximum allowable amount towards shelter and street outreach and away from rapid rehousing, 38. 2-week RV Permitting Process – allows one time/year 2-week permit, 39. ID Locations for Managed Safe RV Parking on City-Owned Land, Development of 3-month “Grace Period” Permit Program, and request that State Lands Commission Permit Temporary Safe Parking Site at Berkeley Waterfront, 40. Update on BPD Stop Data Collection, Data Analysis and Community Engagement, 41. Wage Theft Prevention,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2019/07_Jul/City_Council__07-23-2019_-_Regular_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
2325 Sixth St (single family residence) – public hearing 9/24/2019
Notice of Decision (NOD) With End of Appeal Period
1111 Allston Way (single family dwelling) – 7-8-2019
2198 San Pablo Ave (new mixed-use development) – 7-8-2019
0 Euclid Ave- Berryman Reservoir (denial of telecom facility)
Landmarks Preservation Ordinance Notice of Decision (NOD)
1619 Walnut
1915 Fourth St
2580 Bancroft
Remanded to ZAB or LPC With 90-Day Deadline
1155-73 Hearst (develop 2 parcels) – referred back to City Council – to be scheduled
2701 Shattuck (construct 5-story mixed-use building) – ZAB 6-30-2019
WORKSHOPS
Sept 17 – Arts and Culture Plan, Zero Waste Rate Review, Adeline Corridor Plan
Oct 22 – Berkeley’s 2020 Vision Update, Census 2020 Update, Short term Rentals
Nov 5 - Transfer Station Feasibility Study, Vision Zero Action Plan,
Unscheduled – Cannabis Health Considerations
Unscheduled PRESENTATIONS
Referral Response: Explore Grant Writing Services
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July 7 - July 14, 2019
Worth Noting and Showing Up:
The City Council Agenda for July 9 is very heavy so you can expect one or two items to be continued to July 16. It is just not guaranteed what will be continued. The last scheduled City Council meeting before the Council summer recess is July 23. There are no reports in the July 23 packet for the Agenda Committee for 22 items despite reference to the missing reports for information.
The July 16 City Council Agenda is available for comment and follows the list of weekly meetings.
Berkeley is sponsoring a protest to the treatment of children at detention centers at 12 noon at Civic Center Park. If you bring signs make them without sticks.
Sunday, July 7, 2019
Berkeley City Council July 16 meeting available for comment, email [email protected] CONSENT: 1. Gender Neutral Language, 2. $376,430 contract with Gehl Studio for Civic Center Vision and Implementation Plan, 3. Add $100,000 to Bellingham contract (total $209,000) plus add PO $100,000 (total $200,000) to replace additional Finger Docks at Berkeley Marina, 4. Amend lease agreement with Sasha Shamszad for 841 Folger St/3000 7th St for Berkeley Police Department (BPD) Traffic and Parking enforcement for 6 months with month to month lease to follow ($16,651.65/mo), 5. Update Sewer System Management Plan, 6. Stormwater Fee, 7. Letters of Support to Eliminate Student Debt SB 806 aka College for All Act of 2017, 8. Presentation by PG&E, 9. Referral to City Manager to amend City’s Wireless Telecommunications Ordinance and Aesthetic Guidelines, 10. Support CA AB 302 Parking for Homeless Community College students, 11. Support AB 1076 Automatic Relief of Criminal Records, 12. Make City Hall a voting Center for 2020 under 2016 CA Voter Choice Act – ballots mailed to all voters, allow for same day registration, early voting – will result in decrease in voting locations, ACTION: 13. Annual Housing Pipeline Report, 14. Opportunity Zone Guidelines, , INFORMATION REPORTS: 15. Improve Fire Safety Standards for Rebuilt Fire-Damaged Structures, 16. Community Environmental Advisory Commission (CEAC) 2019 Work Plan, 17. Public Works Commission 2020 Work Plan.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
2325 Sixth St (single family residence) – public hearing 9/24/2019
Notice of Decision (NOD) With End of Appeal Period
1111 Allston Way (single family dwelling) – 7-8-2019
2198 San Pablo Ave (new mixed-use development) – 7-8-2019
0 Euclid Ave- Berryman Reservoir (denial of telecom facility)
Landmarks Preservation Ordinance Notice of Decision (NOD)
1619 Walnut
1915 Fourth St
2580 Bancroft
Remanded to ZAB or LPC With 90-Day Deadline
1155-73 Hearst (develop 2 parcels) – referred back to City Council – to be scheduled
2701 Shattuck (construct 5-story mixed-use building) – ZAB 6-30-2019
WORKSHOPS
Sept 17 – Arts and Culture Plan, Zero Waste Rate Review, Adeline Corridor Plan
Oct 22 – Berkeley’s 2020 Vision Update, Census 2020 Update, Short term Rentals
Nov 5 - Transfer Station Feasibility Study, Vision Zero Action Plan,
Unscheduled – Cannabis Health Considerations
Unscheduled PRESENTATIONS
Referral Response: Explore Grant Writing Services
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This meeting list is also posted in the Berkeley Daily Planet under activist’s calendar http://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
When notices of meetings are found that are posted after Friday 5:00 pm they are added to the website schedule https://www.sustainableberkeleycoalition.com/whats-ahead.html and preceded by LATE ENTRY
Worth Noting and Showing Up:
The City Council Agenda for July 9 is very heavy so you can expect one or two items to be continued to July 16. It is just not guaranteed what will be continued. The last scheduled City Council meeting before the Council summer recess is July 23. There are no reports in the July 23 packet for the Agenda Committee for 22 items despite reference to the missing reports for information.
The July 16 City Council Agenda is available for comment and follows the list of weekly meetings.
Berkeley is sponsoring a protest to the treatment of children at detention centers at 12 noon at Civic Center Park. If you bring signs make them without sticks.
Sunday, July 7, 2019
- John Lee Invitational Co-Rec Softball Tournament, 8 am – 9 pm
- City Council Health, Life Enrichment, Equity & Community Committee, 10 am, at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Conf Room, Agenda: 2. Expansion of Air Quality Monitoring Program to multiple sites, 3. Ban Racial, Ethnic, Cultural and Religious Discrimination on the Basis of Hairstyle or Headwear, 4.a.&b. Recommendations Related to Leonard Powell, fact-finding, policy changes, code enforcement, housing stability, justice, 5. Pilot Cannabis Event at Cesar Chavez Park https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Health,_Life_Enrichment,_Equity___Community.aspx
- Agenda and Rules Committee, 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm, 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Conf Room, Agenda: 2. Finalize Agenda for July 23 City Council meeting, No Reports for items 1,4,5,6,7,8,9,13,14,15,26,17,18,19,20,21,22,23,26,28,29,30, CONSENT: 1. Expand control of flavored tobacco, 4. Affordable Housing - Use a portion of tax-exempt bonds for reimbursement of expenditures for the projects – expected obligation $175 million, 5. Animal Care Mutual Aid in Disasters, 6. RFP, 7. Amend contract with Resource Development Assoc (RDA) total $54,500 to build database for Mental Health Division Homeless Outreach and Treatment Team (HOTT),8. Amend 7 contracts increasing total to $2,162,700 thru June 30, 2020 for Mental Health Services Act Community Services, Supports, Prevention and Early Intervention, 9. Mental Health Services Act Annual Update, 10. Amend contract with Merritt Hawkins adding $100,000 (total $149,990) for recruitment of psychiatrist, 11. 5 yr contract for $1,363,735 with AMCS for Zero Waste Management Software System, 12. 5 yr contract for $487,249 with Assetworks for a Fleet Management Software 13. Add $42,216 (total $76,811) to Communication Strategies contract for developing requirements and needs assessment for Voice over IP support and maintenance, 14. Special use permit with US Forest Service for Tuolumne Camp, 15. $365,000 contract with Left Coast Land Clearing for hazard mitigation Tuolumne Camp, 16. $450,000 contract with Poston Logging, LLC for Tuolumne Camp Tree Hazard Mitigation, 17. Contract for $468,706 and $70,000 Contingency (total $538,706) with McNabb Construction, Inc for George Florence Park Playground Renovation – 2121 Tenth St, 18. Authorize modification of Measure T1 Phase 1 project list removing King School Park Bioswale project and adding 13 priority sites identified by Green Infrastructure plan (6/18/19) and Public Works Commission, 19. Add $50,000 and extend contract to 6/30/21 with Restoration Management Co. for on-call remediation and restoration services, 20. 3 yr contract $450,000 with Stockton Tri Industries for Front Loading and Rear Loading Container Purchase, 21. Add $150,000 (total $650,000) to contract with Fehr & Peers for on-call transportation planning services, 22. Increase amended contract by $31,161 (total $351,317 plus $6,000 contingency) with W.A. Rose Construction for exterior Stucco Demolition Work at the Central Library, 23. Defendant’s Side Agreement to facilitate Consent Decree Compliance, 24. Support AB 1279 – housing development, ACTION: 25. Amendments to BMC Chapter 2.12 public campaign financing program, 26. Substantial Amendments to Annual Action Plans for Use of Emergency Solutions Grants (ESG) Funds allocating maximum allowable amount towards shelter and street outreach and away from rapid rehousing, 28. Voting Delegates – League of CA Cities Annual Conference, 29. Funding for Street Rehab Capital Improvement, 30. Preferential Parking (RPP) Update, 31. 2-week RV Permitting Process – allows one time/year 2-week permit, 32. Prioritize street light replacement and street improvements by high-collision street first, 33. Ronald V. Dellums Fair Chance Access to Housing and Public Health and Safety Ordinance, 34. Transfer $550,000 to Rent Board to amend contracts with Eviction Dense Center and East Bay Law Center and anti-displacement services for low and moderate-income Berkeley residents, 35. ID Locations for Managed Safe RV Parking on City-Owned Land, Development of 3-month “Grace Period” Permit Program, and request that State Lands Commission Permit Temporary Safe Parking Site at Berkeley Waterfront, 36. Designate Ohlone Greenway and West Street Bike Path as linear City Parks, INFORMATION REPORTS: 37. City Council Short Term Referral Process Monthly Update, 38. T1 update, 39. Audity Status PRW on-call Program, 43. 2020 Public Art Plan, 44. Report Buyout Offers and Agreements, 45. Zero Waste Commission Work Plan, 46. Amended Audit Plan, To follow July 23 agenda review 8. Discussion and Direction Regarding Revision to the City Council Rules of Procedure and Order, 9. Review of Scope of Work to Develop a Performance Evaluation of the City Manager, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Agenda_Committee__2019_Index.aspx
- Civic Arts Commission – Policy Subcommittee, 5 – 7 pm at 2180 Milvia, 1st Floor, Cypress Conf Room, Agenda: 3. Inclusion of Affordable Housing https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CivicArtsCommissionHomepage/
- Traffic Circle Policy Task Force-Plantings Subcommittee, 6 – 7:30 pm, at 2000 University, Au Coquelet, Agenda: III. 3. continued discussion and policy https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Traffic_Circle_Policy_Task_Force.aspx
- Public Works Commission – Measure T1 Subcommittee, 1:30 – 3:30 pm at 2180 Milvia, 1st Floor, Cypress Conf Room, Agenda: 3.c.Phase 2 Timeslines, Legal Opinions Restrooms, Pools, leased property, Project List, Developing Internal and public process https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Public_Works_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Tax the Rich Rally, with music by Occupella, 5 – 6 pm at the Top of Solano in front of the Closed Oaks Theater, Rain/Extreme Heat Cancels
- Berkeley City Council, 1231 Addison Street, BUSD Board Room,
- Closed Session, 4:00 pm, Agenda: 1. Conference with Labor Negotiators – Employee Organization: Berkeley Police Association, 2. City of Berkeley vs. Regents of UC Case # RG19023058 https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2019/07_Jul/City_Council_07-09-2019_Special_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
- Regular Meeting, 6:00 pm – 11:00 pm, Agenda: CONSENT: 1. Adopt FY 2020 Annual Appropriations Ordinance $525,856,809, 2. Add $44,163 to contract (Total $127,700) Records Management Software System, 3. PO Up to $1 million Life Assist Emergency Medical Supplies for Fire Dept, 4. Waive Nuclear Free Berkeley Act to enter contract with UCB to evaluate Sugar-Sweetened Beverage Tax Program, 5. 2yr contract $75,000 for Cultural Humility Training Consultant, 6. Grant application Marina Blvd Bay Trail with $260,000 City matching funds, 7. 2019-2022, $3.8 Million construction management services contract with Kitchell for Tuolumne Camp Project, 8. Add $70,000 to contract (total $180,000) Berry Brothers Towing, 9. Gender Pay Equity Salary Negotiation Workshop, 10. City Sponsored Protest of Conditions for Children in Federal Detention Centers, 11. Support AB 392 (use of force bill), 12. Referral to Planning Commission Local Construction Workforce Development Policy, 13. Support SB 347 Multilingual Sugar Sweetened Beverage Warning, 14. Oppose SB 386 Irrigation & Climate Change Prevention, 15. Support SB 14 Construction Bond CA public universities, ACTION: 16. Mental Health Commission Annual Report, 17. a.&b. Independent audit male/female pay City of Berkeley employees, 18. a.&b. Use of Restraint Devices by Police and Fire Dept, 19. a.&b. Socially Responsible investment and procurement and role of Peace and Justice Commission, 20. Refer to Housing Advisory Commission, the Measure O Oversight Committee and the Homeless Services Panel of Experts (Measure P) to consider proposing a Framework for policies, programs and projects through 2030 for Affordable Housing and to return comments for consideration at a Special Meeting of the City Council in September, 21. New Ordinance Prohibiting Natural Gas Infrastructure in New Buildings, Information Reports: 22. 2019 Disaster and Fire Safety Commission Work Plan, 23. Fair Campaign Practices Commission 2019-2020 Work Plan, 24. Open Government Commission 2019-2020 Work Plan, 25. Annual Report – Open Government Commission. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2019/07_Jul/City_Council__07-09-2019_-_Regular_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
- Community Health Commission, 6:30 – 9 pm at 2939 Ellis St. South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda Special Meeting: Action 1. Cannabis Ordinance Language, 2. Proposed ban on natural gas infrastructure in new buildings, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Community_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Board of Library Trustees, 6:30 pm at 1901 Russell St, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch, Agenda: Consent Calendar B. Contract Amendment with L.J. Kruse Co for HVAC and plumbing repair, sewer lateral repair at Central library, removal/replacement HVAC at North Branch Library total not to exceed $875,000, C. Clark Pest Control Detection and Remediations Services, D. Contract not to exceed $117,184 with Comprise Technologies for software licensing, hardware, support, maintenance and related services thru 2024, E. Central Library Stucco Remediation Design and Engineering $107,500 contingency up to 10%, F. 2020 Purchase Authorization Director of Library Services, $50,000 services, $100,000 Goods, materials, equipment, G. Meeting Room Policy, https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/sites/default/files/files/inline/2019_07_10_bolt_agenda_packet_special_meeting.pdf
- Commission on Disability, 6:30 – 9 pm at 1326 Allston Way, Willow Room, Public Works Corporation Yard, Agenda: 2. San Pablo Ave Plan, 3. Relocation Meetings, 5. Homeless Concerns – Access to electric charging facilities for wheelchairs, 6. RV Parking, 7. PG&E Baseline Program, 8. New Construction /Renovations Accessibility Guidelines and Regulations, 9. Vision Zero, 11. Inclusion of photos in future materials of inaccessible entryways, sidewalk obstructions https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Disability_Homepage.aspx
- Homeless Commission, 7 – 9 pm at 2180 Milvia, 1st Floor Cypress Room, Agenda: 8. Recommendation that persons who are homeless be incorporated into Local Construction Workforce Development Plan, 9. Recommendation for extremely low-income persons to be included in private component of Adeline Cooridor plan with set-asides for subsidies, 10. Recommendation portion of cannabis tax be used to fund 1000-person plan, 11. Amnesty for legalizing unpermitted dwelling units, 12. Council Report on housing for Diverse, Equitable and Creative Berkeley, 13. Employment strategies for homeless, Transportation to shelters and resources, 15. Sidewalk ordinance enforcements https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Homeless_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Police Review Commission, at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
- Lexipol Policies Subcommittee, 5:30 pm, Agenda: 4. Private Person’s Arrest, 5. Use of Force Review Boards, Firearms Tranining Unit, Hostage and Barricade Incidents, Crisis Intervention Incidents, Mental illness Commitments, Cite and Release Policy
- Regular Meeting, 7 – 10 pm, Agenda: 9.a. SB 233, b. increased funding mobile crisis unit, c. Use of Force Policy, d. Lexipol Policies, 10. A. Body-worn cameras, GPS trackers, Automated License Plate Reader Surveillance Use Policy, b. Policy Complaint https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Traffic Circle Policy Task Force, 6:30 – 8:30 pm, at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, Redwood Room, Agenda: 5. Presentation from EBMUD, 6. Short-term Process to Manage Sightlines and Vegetation, 7. Subcommittee reports https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Traffic_Circle_Policy_Task_Force.aspx
- City Council Budget & Finance Committee, 2 pm, at 2180 Milvia, 1st Floor, Cypress Conf Room, Agenda: 2. Voluntary Time Off on Statewide Election Days for City Employees https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Budget___Finance.aspx
- Cannabis Commission, 2 – 4 pm, 2180 Milvia St, 6th Floor, Redwood Conf Room, Agenda: VII.A. Cannabis Ordinance changes http://www.cityofberkeley.info/MedicalCannabis/
- Community Environmental Advisory Commission, 7 – 9 pm at 1901 Russell St, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library, Agenda: V. Presentation Electric Mobility Roadmap, IX. 1. Prohibition Combustion Vehicles 2045, 2. Prohibition Resale of Used Combustion Vehicles 2040, 3. Prohibition on Sale of Transportation Fossil Fuels 2045, 4. Coordination Environmental Impact Protection https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Community_Environmental_Advisory_Commission/
- Housing Advisory Commission, 7 – 9 pm at 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda Discussion/Action: 5. Substantial Amendment to Annual Action Plans to Maximize Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) Funding for Shelter and Street Outreach (on July 23 City Council Agenda), 6. Community Housing Development Organization (CHDO) Operating Funds NOFA Recommendations, 9. Recommendations to Modify Policies related to Enforcement of Smoke-free Multi-unit Housing Ordinance, 10. Draft Social Housing Program http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Housing_Advisory_Commission/
- Public Works Commission, 7 – 10 pm at 1326 Allston Way, Willow Room, City of Berkeley Corporation Yard, Agenda not posted, check before going https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Public_Works_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Zoning Adjustment Board, 7 pm at 1231 Addison St, BUSD Board Room, Staff recommend approval of all projects, all projects on consent calendar https://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
- 1024 Grizzly Peak – construct new 4532 sq ft 3-story, single family dwelling with ave height of 25 ft, attached 2-car garage, on 9876 sq ft vacant hillside lot,
- 1026 Grizzly Peak – construct new 3870 sq ft 3-story single-family dwelling with ave height 27’8”, attached 2-car garage on 6822 sq ft vacant hillside lot,
- 1028 Grizzly Peak – construct 3831 sq ft 3-story single-family dwelling with ave height of 24’11” and attached 2 car garage on 7135 sq ft vacant hillside lot
- 1812 University - modify uses and ground floor plan within approved mixed-use building with 44 dwellings, reduce non residential floor area in Retail and allow space to be used for food services and create 2 new dwellings
- 63 Vicente Road – construct new 3696 sq ft 3-story single family dwelling with an ave height of 27’9” and attached 2-car garage on 9752 sq ft vacant hillside lot
- No City meetings or events found
- Berkeley Lights for Liberty Rally for Kids at Migrant Detention Centers, 12 pm – 2 pm, at Berkeley Civic Center Park
- San Pablo Park Playground and Tennis Court Renovations Community Meeting, 10 am – 12 pm, at 2800 Park St @ Oregon, Frances Albrier Community Center, San Pablo Park, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=16200
- No City Meetings or events found
Berkeley City Council July 16 meeting available for comment, email [email protected] CONSENT: 1. Gender Neutral Language, 2. $376,430 contract with Gehl Studio for Civic Center Vision and Implementation Plan, 3. Add $100,000 to Bellingham contract (total $209,000) plus add PO $100,000 (total $200,000) to replace additional Finger Docks at Berkeley Marina, 4. Amend lease agreement with Sasha Shamszad for 841 Folger St/3000 7th St for Berkeley Police Department (BPD) Traffic and Parking enforcement for 6 months with month to month lease to follow ($16,651.65/mo), 5. Update Sewer System Management Plan, 6. Stormwater Fee, 7. Letters of Support to Eliminate Student Debt SB 806 aka College for All Act of 2017, 8. Presentation by PG&E, 9. Referral to City Manager to amend City’s Wireless Telecommunications Ordinance and Aesthetic Guidelines, 10. Support CA AB 302 Parking for Homeless Community College students, 11. Support AB 1076 Automatic Relief of Criminal Records, 12. Make City Hall a voting Center for 2020 under 2016 CA Voter Choice Act – ballots mailed to all voters, allow for same day registration, early voting – will result in decrease in voting locations, ACTION: 13. Annual Housing Pipeline Report, 14. Opportunity Zone Guidelines, , INFORMATION REPORTS: 15. Improve Fire Safety Standards for Rebuilt Fire-Damaged Structures, 16. Community Environmental Advisory Commission (CEAC) 2019 Work Plan, 17. Public Works Commission 2020 Work Plan.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
2325 Sixth St (single family residence) – public hearing 9/24/2019
Notice of Decision (NOD) With End of Appeal Period
1111 Allston Way (single family dwelling) – 7-8-2019
2198 San Pablo Ave (new mixed-use development) – 7-8-2019
0 Euclid Ave- Berryman Reservoir (denial of telecom facility)
Landmarks Preservation Ordinance Notice of Decision (NOD)
1619 Walnut
1915 Fourth St
2580 Bancroft
Remanded to ZAB or LPC With 90-Day Deadline
1155-73 Hearst (develop 2 parcels) – referred back to City Council – to be scheduled
2701 Shattuck (construct 5-story mixed-use building) – ZAB 6-30-2019
WORKSHOPS
Sept 17 – Arts and Culture Plan, Zero Waste Rate Review, Adeline Corridor Plan
Oct 22 – Berkeley’s 2020 Vision Update, Census 2020 Update, Short term Rentals
Nov 5 - Transfer Station Feasibility Study, Vision Zero Action Plan,
Unscheduled – Cannabis Health Considerations
Unscheduled PRESENTATIONS
Referral Response: Explore Grant Writing Services
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This meeting list is also posted in the Berkeley Daily Planet under activist’s calendar http://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
When notices of meetings are found that are posted after Friday 5:00 pm they are added to the website schedule https://www.sustainableberkeleycoalition.com/whats-ahead.html and preceded by LATE ENTRY
June 30 - July 7, 2019
Worth Noting:
Deadline - July 5, 2019 at 5:00 pm for commenting on the Draft Adeline Corridor Specific Plan and the Draft Environmental Impact Report (DEIR)
The agenda for the July 9th City Council meeting is available for comment and follows the day by day summary.
Some of the July City meetings were cancelled because of the 4th of July Holiday and others are rescheduled for later in the month.
Sunday, June 30, 2019
City Council Meeting Agenda for July 9, to comment email [email protected] Consent: 1. Adopt FY 2020 Annual Appropriations Ordinance $525,856,809, 2. Add $44,163 to contract (Total $127,700) Records Management Software System, 3. PO Up to $1 million Life Assist Emergency Medical Supplies for Fire Dept, 4. Waive Nuclear Free Berkeley Act to enter contract with UCB to evaluate Sugar-Sweetened Beverage Tax Program, 5. 2yr contract $75,000 for Cultural Humility Training Consultant, 6. Grant application Marina Blvd Bay Trail with $260,000 City matching funds, 7. 2019-2022, $3.8 Million construction management services contract with Kitchell for Tuolumne Camp Project, 8. Add $70,000 to contract (total $180,000) Berry Brothers Towing, 9. Gender Pay Equity Salary Negotiation Workshop, 10. City Sponsored Protest of Conditions for Children in Federal Detention Centers, 11. Support AB 392 (use of force bill), 12. Referral to Planning Commission Local Construction Workforce Development Policy, 13. Support SB 347 Multilingual Sugar Sweetened Beverage Warning, 14. Oppose SB 386 Irrigation & Climate Change Prevention, 15. Support SB 14 Construction Bond CA public universities, Action: 16. Mental Health Commission Annual Report, 17. a.&b. Independent audit male/female pay City of Berkeley employees, 18. a.&b. Use of Restraint Devices by Police and Fire Dept, 19. a.&b. Socially Responsible investment and procurement and role of Peace and Justice Commission, 20. Refer to Housing Advisory Commission, the Measure O Oversight Committee and the Homeless Services Panel of Experts (Measure P) to consider proposing a Framework for policies, programs and projects through 2030 for Affordable Housing and to return comments for consideration at a Special Meeting of the City Council in September, 21. New Ordinance Prohibiting Natural Gas Infrastructure in New Buildings, Information Reports: 22. 2019 Disaster and Fire Safety Commission Work Plan, 23. Fair Campaign Practices Commission 2019-2020 Work Plan, 24. Open Government Commission 2019-2020 Work Plan, 25. Annual Report – Open Government Commission.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
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City Council Policy Committees Unfinished Business Items for Scheduling
Agenda Committee
Adopt an Ordinance adding a new Chapter 9.50 to the Berkeley Municipal Code Requiring Legal Rights for Legal Tender (July 18 agenda)
Facilities Infrastructure
Consider Multi-year Bidding Processes for Street Paving
Health, Life Enrichment, Equity & Community
5.a. Recommendations Related to Code Enforcement Actions and Leonard Powell Fact Finding,
5.b. Recommendations to Bring Justice to Mr. Leonard Powell and to Change Certain Policies to Ensure Housing Stability for Homeowners and Tenants
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
2325 Sixth St (single family residence) – hearing pending – to be scheduled
Notice of Decision (NOD) With End of Appeal Period
1111 Allston Way (single family dwelling) – 7-8-2019
2198 San Pablo Ave (new mixed-use development) – 7-8-2019
Remanded to ZAB or LPC With 90-Day Deadline
1155-73 Hearst (develop 2 parcels) – referred back to City Council – to be scheduled
2701 Shattuck (construct 5-story mixed-use building) – ZAB 6-30-2019
WORKSHOPS
Sept 17 – Arts and Culture Plan, Zero Waste Rate Review, Adeline Corridor Plan
Oct 22 – Berkeley’s 2020 Vision Update, Census 2020 Update, Short term Rentals
Nov 5 - Transfer Station Feasibility Study, Vision Zero Action Plan,
Unscheduled – Cannabis Health Considerations
Unscheduled PRESENTATIONS
Referral Response: Explore Grant Writing Services
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To Check For Regional Meetings with Berkeley Council Appointees go to
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Committee_and_Regional_Body_Appointees.aspx
To check for Berkeley Unified School District Board Meetings go to
https://www.berkeleyschools.net/schoolboard/board-meeting-information/
_____________________
This meeting list is also posted in the Berkeley Daily Planet under activist’s calendar http://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
When notices of meetings are found that are posted after Friday 5:00 pm they are added to the website schedule https://www.sustainableberkeleycoalition.com/whats-ahead.html and preceded by LATE ENTRY
Worth Noting:
Deadline - July 5, 2019 at 5:00 pm for commenting on the Draft Adeline Corridor Specific Plan and the Draft Environmental Impact Report (DEIR)
The agenda for the July 9th City Council meeting is available for comment and follows the day by day summary.
Some of the July City meetings were cancelled because of the 4th of July Holiday and others are rescheduled for later in the month.
Sunday, June 30, 2019
- San Francisco Pride Parade, parade starts at 10:30 am at Market and Beale and ends at Market and 8th, for details check http://www.sfpride.org/schedule/
- Agenda and Rules Committee, 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm, 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Conf Room, Agenda Planning for July 16, City Council meeting – financial reports are not included in the agenda packet for items 2.,3.,4.,5.,6.,13.,14., CONSENT: 1. Gender Neutral Language, 2. $376,430 contract with Gehl Studio for Civic Center Vision and Implementation Plan, 3. Add $100,000 to Bellingham contract (total $209,000) plus add PO $100,000 (total $200,000) to replace additional Finger Docks at Berkeley Marina, 4. Amend lease agreement with Sasha Shamszad for 841 Folger St/3000 7th St for Berkeley Police Department (BPD) Traffic and Parking enforcement for 6 months with month to month lease to follow (no cost given), 5. Update Sewer System Management Plan, 6. Stormwater Fee, 7. Letters of Support Bernie Sanders’ Proposal to Eliminate Student Debt SB 806aka College for All Act of 2017, 8. Support CA AB 302 Parking for Homeless Community College students, 9. Support AB 1076 Automatic Relief of Criminal Records, ACTION: Annual Housing Pipeline Report, 11. Two-Week RV Permitting Process which allows only a 1 time annual 2 week permit issued to the owner with no more than 20 permits/month with locations dispersed throughout Berkeley and a requirement that the RV must be moved every 72 hours – without a permit any oversize or heavy duty commercial vehicle canNOT be parked on any street for more than 1 hour between 2:00-5:00 am, 12. Berkeley’s Opportunity Zone Project Guidelines – Opportunity Zones were established under Trump, passed by US Congress and allow for decreasing capital gains taxes by investing in building projects in areas designated as an opportunity zone https://opzones.ca.gov/oz-map/, 13. Make City Hall a voting Center for 2020 – would decrease locations for voting, allow for same day registration, early voting and decrease in voting locations. Recommendation appears to limit in person voting to City Hall, number of voting locations not included in recommendation, 14. Decriminalize Entheogenic Plants and Fungi, INFORMATION REPORTS: 15. Improve Fire Safety Standards for Rebuilt Fire-Damaged Structures, 16. Community Environmental Advisory Commission (CEAC) 2019 Work Plan, 17. Public Works Commission 2020 Work Plan. Discussion and Direction Regarding Revisions to the City Council Rules of Procedure and Order (pages 67-112 in agenda packet) to follow finalizing July 16, Council agenda https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Agenda_Committee__2019_Index.aspx
- The Plastic Crisis – film preview and discussion, 7 pm, 2286 Cedar St @ Arch, the Hillside Club, Agenda: Sneak preview from the upcoming film on Plastics plus discussion, $10 – includes, raffle, tea & cookies, https://www.eventbrite.com/e/hillside-club-and-the-ecology-center-present-the-plastic-crisis-tickets-63396016191
- Community Environmental Advisory Commission – Bee City Subcommittee, 7 pm at 2000 University, Au Coquelet, Agenda: 3. Develop a work plan http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Community_Environmental_Advisory_Commission/
- Personnel Board, 7 – 9 pm, 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Conference Room, Agenda: Request for extensions of Temporary Director of Health, Housing and Community Services, Temporary Assistant Human Resources Analyst, Temporary Human Resources Technicians https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Personnel_Board_Homepage.aspx
- Traffic Circle Policy Task Force - Operations and Maintenance Subcommittee, 7:30 – 9:30 pm at 2000 University, Au Coquelet, Agenda: 2. Adopt a Spot, 3. Traffic circle needs, responsibilities and safety elements to be included in policy https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Traffic_Circle_Policy_Task_Force.aspx
- Tax the Rich Rally, with music by Occupella, 5 – 6 pm at the Top of Solano in front of the Closed Oaks Theater, Rain/Extreme Heat Cancels
- Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board, at 2001 Center St, Law Library, 2nd Floor, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
- 4 pm, IRA/AGA/Registration Committee, Agenda: 5. Regulation Streamlining Project, 6. Revocable living trusts qualify for Golden Duplex exemption
- 5:30 pm, Habitable and Sustainable Housing Committee, Agenda: 5. Improving resilience before disaster, 6. Proposed timeline for a model policy for rental unit car chargers, 7. Discussion of Proposal to Electrify Existing Residential Units
- Landmarks Preservation Commission, 7 – 11:30 pm at 1947 Center St, Multipurpose Room, Basement,
- http://www.cityofberkeley.info/landmarkspreservationcommission/, Agenda:
- 2526 Hawthorne Terrace – Consideration Landmark or Structure of Merit
- 2580 Bancroft Way – Structural Alteration Permit for Fred Turner Building
- 1730 Spruce – Mills Act Contract application
- 2524 Dwight Way - Mills Act Contract application
- 1911 Fourth Street – Structural Alteration Permit for Spenger’s Fish Grotto
- Annual Election of Chair, Vice-Chair,
- Report to City Council
- 1631-1633 Walnut St – Consider adding to list of potential initiations
- Discussion – Draft Corridor Specific Plan and Draft EIR
- Loan Administration Board, 4 pm, at 2180 Milvia, 1st Floor Cypress Room, Agenda: East Bay Media Center, Introduction to Working Solutions – Underwriting Services, Adopt Changes to the RFL Administrative Plan, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Loan_Admin_Board.aspx,
- Homeless Services Panel of Experts, 7 pm at 2180 Milvia, 1st Floor Cypress Room , Agenda: 5. Timeline and calendar for budgeting and submission of reports to Council, 6. Statement of Purpose, 7. Priorities and recommendations to Council, 8. Issues of encampments and RV ordinance, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Homeless_Services_Panel_of_Experts.aspx
- July 4 Holiday Activities and Fireworks, 12 noon – 10 pm, at Berkeley Marina, https://www.anotherbullwinkelshow.com/4th-of-july/
- No City meetings – deadline at 5 pm for response to Adeline Corridor DEIR
- John Lee Invitational Co-Rec Softball Tournament, 8 am – 9 pm
- John Lee Invitational Co-Rec Softball Tournament, 8 am – 9 pm
City Council Meeting Agenda for July 9, to comment email [email protected] Consent: 1. Adopt FY 2020 Annual Appropriations Ordinance $525,856,809, 2. Add $44,163 to contract (Total $127,700) Records Management Software System, 3. PO Up to $1 million Life Assist Emergency Medical Supplies for Fire Dept, 4. Waive Nuclear Free Berkeley Act to enter contract with UCB to evaluate Sugar-Sweetened Beverage Tax Program, 5. 2yr contract $75,000 for Cultural Humility Training Consultant, 6. Grant application Marina Blvd Bay Trail with $260,000 City matching funds, 7. 2019-2022, $3.8 Million construction management services contract with Kitchell for Tuolumne Camp Project, 8. Add $70,000 to contract (total $180,000) Berry Brothers Towing, 9. Gender Pay Equity Salary Negotiation Workshop, 10. City Sponsored Protest of Conditions for Children in Federal Detention Centers, 11. Support AB 392 (use of force bill), 12. Referral to Planning Commission Local Construction Workforce Development Policy, 13. Support SB 347 Multilingual Sugar Sweetened Beverage Warning, 14. Oppose SB 386 Irrigation & Climate Change Prevention, 15. Support SB 14 Construction Bond CA public universities, Action: 16. Mental Health Commission Annual Report, 17. a.&b. Independent audit male/female pay City of Berkeley employees, 18. a.&b. Use of Restraint Devices by Police and Fire Dept, 19. a.&b. Socially Responsible investment and procurement and role of Peace and Justice Commission, 20. Refer to Housing Advisory Commission, the Measure O Oversight Committee and the Homeless Services Panel of Experts (Measure P) to consider proposing a Framework for policies, programs and projects through 2030 for Affordable Housing and to return comments for consideration at a Special Meeting of the City Council in September, 21. New Ordinance Prohibiting Natural Gas Infrastructure in New Buildings, Information Reports: 22. 2019 Disaster and Fire Safety Commission Work Plan, 23. Fair Campaign Practices Commission 2019-2020 Work Plan, 24. Open Government Commission 2019-2020 Work Plan, 25. Annual Report – Open Government Commission.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
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City Council Policy Committees Unfinished Business Items for Scheduling
Agenda Committee
- Use of U1 Funds for Property Acquisition at 1001, 1007 and 1011 University Ave and 1925 Ninth Street from 61.a. Housing Advisory Commission and 61.b. City Manager
- Increase Compliance with Short-Term Rental Ordinance
- Disposition of City-owned Redevelopment Properties at 1631 and 1654 Fifth Street
- Vehicle Dweller Program
- Tenant Opportunity to Purchase Act
Adopt an Ordinance adding a new Chapter 9.50 to the Berkeley Municipal Code Requiring Legal Rights for Legal Tender (July 18 agenda)
Facilities Infrastructure
Consider Multi-year Bidding Processes for Street Paving
Health, Life Enrichment, Equity & Community
5.a. Recommendations Related to Code Enforcement Actions and Leonard Powell Fact Finding,
5.b. Recommendations to Bring Justice to Mr. Leonard Powell and to Change Certain Policies to Ensure Housing Stability for Homeowners and Tenants
______________________
Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
2325 Sixth St (single family residence) – hearing pending – to be scheduled
Notice of Decision (NOD) With End of Appeal Period
1111 Allston Way (single family dwelling) – 7-8-2019
2198 San Pablo Ave (new mixed-use development) – 7-8-2019
Remanded to ZAB or LPC With 90-Day Deadline
1155-73 Hearst (develop 2 parcels) – referred back to City Council – to be scheduled
2701 Shattuck (construct 5-story mixed-use building) – ZAB 6-30-2019
WORKSHOPS
Sept 17 – Arts and Culture Plan, Zero Waste Rate Review, Adeline Corridor Plan
Oct 22 – Berkeley’s 2020 Vision Update, Census 2020 Update, Short term Rentals
Nov 5 - Transfer Station Feasibility Study, Vision Zero Action Plan,
Unscheduled – Cannabis Health Considerations
Unscheduled PRESENTATIONS
Referral Response: Explore Grant Writing Services
_____________________
To Check For Regional Meetings with Berkeley Council Appointees go to
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Committee_and_Regional_Body_Appointees.aspx
To check for Berkeley Unified School District Board Meetings go to
https://www.berkeleyschools.net/schoolboard/board-meeting-information/
_____________________
This meeting list is also posted in the Berkeley Daily Planet under activist’s calendar http://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
When notices of meetings are found that are posted after Friday 5:00 pm they are added to the website schedule https://www.sustainableberkeleycoalition.com/whats-ahead.html and preceded by LATE ENTRY
June 23 - June 30, 2019
Worth Noting and Showing Up:
Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday are packed with meetings worth attending.
The City Council Agenda Committee on Monday afternoon and the City Council regular meeting Tuesday evening always have a long list of agenda items and make this week’s meeting summary extra thick.
NEW - Audio Recordings of the City Council Committee Meetings are now available and the quality is surprisingly good
Audio Recordings: click this link to access recent meeting MP3 audio files via Dropbox.
(Note: A Dropbox account is not required in order to access the MP3 files.)
Sunday, June 23, 2019
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City Council Policy Committees Unfinished Business Items for Scheduling
Agenda Committee
Use of U1 Funds for Property Acquisition at 1001, 1007 and 1011 University Ave and 1925 Ninth Street from Housing Advisory Commission and City Manager
Increase Compliance with Short-Term Rental Ordinance
Disposition of City-owned Redevelopment Properties at 1631 and 1654 Fifth Street
Vehicle Dweller Program
Tenant Opportunity to Purchase Act
Land Use
Adopt an Ordinance adding a new Chapter 9.50 to the Berkeley Municipal Code Requiring Legal Rights for Legal Tender (July 18 agenda)
Facilities Infrastructure
Consider Multi-year Bidding Processes for Street Paving
Health, Life Enrichment, Equity & Community
5.a.Recommendations Related to Code Enforcement Actions and Leonard Powell Fact Finding,
5.b. Recommendations to Bring Justice to Mr. Leonard Powell and to Change Certain Policies to Ensure Housing Stability for Homeowners and Tenants
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
2325 Sixth St (single family residence) – hearing pending – to be scheduled
Notice of Decision (NOD) With End of Appeal Period
None pending
Remanded to ZAB or LPC With 90-Day Deadline
1155-73 Hearst (develop 2 parcels) – referred back to City Council – to be scheduled
2701 Shattuck (construct 5-story mixed-use building) – ZAB 6-30-2019
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WORKSHOPS
Sept 17 – Arts and Culture Plan, Zero Waste Rate Review, Adeline Corridor Plan
Oct 22 – Berkeley’s 2020 Vision Update, Census 2020 Update, Short term Rentals
Nov 5 - Transfer Station Feasibility Study, Vision Zero Action Plan,
Unscheduled – Cannabis Health Considerations
Unscheduled PRESENTATIONS
Referral Response: Explore Grant Writing Services
_____________________
To Check For Regional Meetings with Berkeley Council Appointees go to
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Committee_and_Regional_Body_Appointees.aspx
To check for Berkeley Unified School District Board Meetings go to
https://www.berkeleyschools.net/schoolboard/board-meeting-information/
_____________________
This meeting list is also posted on the Sustainable Berkeley Coalition website.
http://www.sustainableberkeleycoalition.com/whats-ahead.html and in the Berkeley Daily Planet under activist’s calendar http://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
When notices of meetings are found that are posted after Friday 5:00 pm they are added to the website schedule https://www.sustainableberkeleycoalition.com/whats-ahead.html and preceded by LATE ENTRY
Worth Noting and Showing Up:
Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday are packed with meetings worth attending.
The City Council Agenda Committee on Monday afternoon and the City Council regular meeting Tuesday evening always have a long list of agenda items and make this week’s meeting summary extra thick.
NEW - Audio Recordings of the City Council Committee Meetings are now available and the quality is surprisingly good
Audio Recordings: click this link to access recent meeting MP3 audio files via Dropbox.
(Note: A Dropbox account is not required in order to access the MP3 files.)
Sunday, June 23, 2019
- EV (Electric Vehicle) 101 Workshop, 11 am, - 12:30 pm, 2530 San Pablo, Event is free, but pre-registration needed – space limited, 350 Bay Area, Sponsored by Ecology Center and City of Berkeley, also offered Tuesday, June 25 at 6 pm https://www.eventbrite.com/e/electric-vehicles-101-everything-you-need-to-get-started-tickets-63302403192
- Housing is a Human Right Forum, 2 – 5 pm, 1802 Fairview, South Berkeley Community Church, hosted by Friends of Adeline https://www.facebook.com/events/434314683815401/
- City Council Health, Life Enrichment, Equity & Community Committee, 10 am, at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Conf Room, 2. Ban Racial, Ethnic, Cultural and Religious Discrimination on the Basis of Hairstyle or Headwear, 3. Managing RV Parking, 4. Air Quality Monitoring Program, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Health,_Life_Enrichment,_Equity___Community.aspx
- Agenda and Rules Committee, 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm, 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Conf Room, Agenda Planning for July 9, Consent: 1. Add $44,163 to contract (Total $127,700) Records Management Software System, 2. PO Up to $1 million Life Assist Emergency Medical Supplies for Fire Dept, 3. Waive Nuclear Free Berkeley Act to enter contract with UCB to evaluate Sugar-Sweetened Beverage Tax Program, 4. 2yr contract $75,000 for Cultural Humility Training Consultant, 5. Grant application Marina Blvd Bay Trail, 6. 2019-2022, $3.8 Million construction management services for Tuolumne Camp Project, 7. Add $70,000 to contract (total $180,000) Berry Brothers Towing, 9. RFP 1281 University residential development with 50% on-site units to be restricted to 50% AMI or below, consideration to non-traditional living arrangements, tiny homes and consider interim use for housing purposes, 10. Support AB 392 (use of force bill), 11. Referral to Planning Commission Local Construction Workforce Development Policy, 12. Support SB 347 Multilingual Sugar Sweetened Beverage Warning, 13. Oppose SB 386 Irrigation & Climate Change Prevention, 14. Support SB 14 Construction Bond CA public universities, Action: 15. a.&b. Independent audit male/female pay City of Berkeley employees, 16. a.&b. Use of Restraint Devices by Police and Fire Dept, 17. a.&b. Socially Responsible investment and procurement and role of Peace and Justice Commission, 18. New Ordinance Prohibiting Natural Gas Infrastructure in New Buildings, 19. Refer to Housing Advisory Commission to consider proposed Affordable Housing Framework and Policy, 20. Pilot Cannabis Event at Cesar Chavez Park. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Agenda_Committee__2019_Index.aspx
- Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board – Eviction/Section 8/Foreclosure Committee, 5 pm, 2001 Center St, Law Library 2nd Floor, Agenda: 5. Ellis Bill Report https://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
- Children, Youth and Recreation Commission, 7 – 9 pm at 2800 Park St, Frances Albrier Community Center at San Pablo Park, Agenda: 7. Director’s Report West Campus Pool Hours, BUSD/City Joint Facility Use Agreement, July 4 Kite Festival Funding https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Children_Youth_and_Recreation_Commission/
- Public Works Commission-Paving Subcommittee, 4-5:3 pm at 1497 Center, 4th Floor, Elm Conf Room https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Public_Works_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Zero Waste Commission, 7 – 9 pm at 1326 Allston Way, Willow Room, City of Berkeley Corporation Yard, Agenda: 1. Presentation of Conceptual Plans for Solid Waste and Recycling Transfer Station Feasibility Study https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Zero_Waste_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Tax the Rich Rally, with music by Occupella, 5 – 6 pm at the Top of Solano in front of the Closed Oaks Theater, Rain/Extreme Heat Cancels
- Presentation: Human Rights and Wrongs: Causes of Migrations North, 1:30 -3:30 pm, 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center, Speakers Adrianne Aron, Diana Bohn speak on findings from special delegation to Honduras http://wellstoneclub.org/event/presentation-human-rights-and-wrongs-causes-of-the-migrations-north/
- Berkeley City Council – Special Closed Session, 4:30 pm, 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Conf Room, Agenda: 1. Conference with legal counsel Berkeleyside v. City of Berkeley, RG 19004749, 2. Conference with real property negotiators for price and terms of 200 Marina Blvd (Double Tree) https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2019/06_June/City_Council__06-25-2019_-_Special_Closed_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
- Berkeley City Council – Regular Meeting, 6:00 pm – 11:00 pm, 1231 Addison Street, BUSD Board Room, Consent: Items 1. – 12. 2nd reading Tax rates for FY 2020, 14. $224,064 YMCA City Employee Memberships, 19. Revision Investment Policy, 20. $2,091,305 to extend Pathways STAIR operations to June 30, 2020, 21. $30,000 Block Grant Discretionary Funding June 1, 2019 – May 31, 2020, 22. $832,000 DDorthy Day House to Operate year-round Shelter at Veteran’s Building FY 2020 and FY 2021, 23. $233,835 Aging Services Programs for FY2020, 25. Extend contract by 2 yr - $276,000 with TruePoint Systems LLC for Accela Professional Services, 26. $65,000 NextRequest for Public Records Response Software System, 27. $225,000 Governmentjobs.com, Inc. DBA NEOGOV for Performance and Learning Management System, 28. Add $418,359 to Contract Accela, Inc. for Software Maintenance and Professional Services, 29. Add $35,000 and extend term for on-call landscape architecture, 30. Add $360,000 for new contract for the WETA MOU Planning Phase for potential ferry service and public recreation pier at Berkeley Marina, 31. Letter of commitment to affirm City of Berkeley participation in 2019 Bay Area SunShares residential solar and zero-emission vehicle program, 32. $80,000 contract with Rincon Consultants, Inc to develop Berkeley Pathway to Clean Energy Buildings Report, 33. $19,000,000 On-call Planning Services Contracts. 34. $140,875 Tanko Lighting for Street Light Luminaire Retrofit Project, 35. Educator and Educational Staff Housing - Amend Housing Trust Fund Guidelines to foster workforce housing for educators and educational staff by extending eligibility to include up to 120% AMI and provide $150,00 to BUSD for predevelopment planning, 36. Request City Manager and Dept of Public Works Collaborate to create and Action Plan by June 2020 to aggressively accelerate electrification of City’s Municipal Fleet and Phase out Fossil Fuel in municipal vehicles by 2030 with an update every 6 months, 37. Refer to Planning Commission Zoning Ordinance for Elmwood District to allow for amusement arcades, Action: 38. Budget Referral: $150,000 Remediation of Lawn Bowling, North Green and Santa Fe Right of Way FY 2020-2021 for alternative affordable housing, 39. Adopt FY 2020 and FY 2021 Biennial Budget, 40. Adopt FY 2020 Annual Appropriations Ordinance $520,227,935 (gross and $454,517,219 (net), 41. FY 2019-2020 Borrowing of Funds $35,000,000 Tax and Revenue Anticipation Notes, 42. Waiver of Encroachment Fees for Trash Corral Pilot Program for Telegraph BID and Downtown Berkeley Assoc. Information Reports: 43. Voluntary Time Off Program for FY 2020, 44. Audit Status Report Response: Code Enforcement-Improvements needed in Case Management and Oversight Jan1, 2019-April16, 2019, 45. FY 2020 Civic Arts Grant Awards, 46. FY 2019 2nd qtr Investment Report, 47. Referral Response: Community Microbond Initiative, 48. LPO NOD 2140 Shattuck Ave, 49. goBerkeley Parking Management Program, 50.&51. 2019 Commission on Disability Work Plan and Outreach Efforts, 52. Mental Health Commission 2018 Annual Report. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
- 4X4 Joint Task Force Committee on Housing: Rent Board/City Council, 3 pm, 2180 Milvia, 1st Floor Cypress Room, 5. Tenant Opportunity Purchase Act (TOPA), 6. Proposed Fair Chance Ordinance, 7. Options for Expanded Rental Registration, 8. Update BMC 13.31 Housing Discrimination based on Source of Income, 9. Demolition Ordinance https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/4x4_Committee_Homepage.aspx
- Civic Arts Commission, 6 – 8 pm at 1901 Russell St, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library, Agenda: 8.a. Installation Poetry Panels, Finalists for T1 Project at San Pablo Park, Approval Sofie Ramos installation,
- Commission on the Status of Women, 6:45 – 9 pm at 2180 Milvia, Cypress Room, 7. Presentation by Kate Harrison, 9. Equal Pay Independent Audit https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_the_Status_of_Women_Homepage.aspx
- Disaster and Fire Safety Commission, 7 – 9 pm at 997 Cedar St, Fire Department Training Center, Agenda: 3. Evacuation Workshops, Cal Fire Reduction Priorities, 5. Status Outdoor Public Warning System, Update NOAA Weather Radio Distribution, Emergency Medical Services and First Responder Advanced Life Support, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Disaster_and_Fire_Safety_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Energy Commission, 6:30 – 9 pm at 1947 Center St, Sika Spruce Room, Agenda: 4. Gas Phase out recommendation, 6. Climate Action Fund, Pathway to Clean Energy Buildings https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Energy_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Police Review Commission, 7 – 10 pm, at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: 9.a. Lexipol Policy #302 Handcuffing, Restraints, spit hood/spit masks, b. Lexipol policies 316,321,325, 418(obtaining air support), c. SB233 prohibiting arrest for certain sex crimes if reporting violent crimes, e. BPD Use of Force Policy, f. Lexipol policies 605,702,705(Personal Protective Equipment, 902(Prison Rape Elimination), 1000(Recruitment and Selection) https://www.cityofberkeley.info/uploadedFiles/Police_Review_Commission/Commissions/2019/2019-06-26%20Agenda.pdf
- Le Conte Neighbor Association, 7:30 pm – 9 pm, 2236 Parker, Life Adventist Church, Agenda: City Council restructuring into standing committee and maximizing your impact, UC Enrollment Lawsuits and Upper Hearst Project EIR, Urban Infrastructure from grey to green how to participate in City decisions for future
- LATE ENTRY - Cheryl Davila – time not given in announcement, at 2043 San Pablo, Neyborly - Poet's Corner, documentary on First They Came For the Homeless
- Community Health Commission, 6:30 – 9 pm at 2939 Ellis St. South Berkeley Senior Center, No agenda posted, check before going https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Community_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Mental Health Commission, 7 – 9 pm at 1947 Center St, Basement, Multi-Purpose Room, Agenda: 3. Annual Update, 4. & 5. Interview and vote on nominations Andrea Pritchett, Gabriella Castello-Kramer to Mental Health Commission, 8. Law Enforcement Use of Restraint Devices, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Mental_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Zoning Adjustment Board, 7 pm at 1231 Addison St, BUSD Board Room, staff recommend Approval of all http://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
- 2174 Shattuck – add service distilled spirits,
- 2468 Telegraph - add service distilled spirits,
- 2398 Bancroft – new roof-top wireless,
- 1811 Sixty Third – Construct 2-story duplex and 2-story single family dwelling on corner lot in R-2A, all average height 33 ft
- 2701 Shattuck – construct 5-story, 62’, 57 dwelling units (including 5 Very Low Income units) 30 parking spaces, storage for 44 bikes, mixed-use 600 sq ft ground-floor Food Service
- 0 Euclid – Berryman Reservoir, new 50’ monopole 4G LTE wireless facility operated by Verizon at EBMUD site consisting of 6 antennas, 6 remote units and ground equipment
- 1951-75 Shattuck – demolish two existing non-residential buildings, construct 12-story, 120 ft mixed-use building with 156 dwelling units, 100 space subterranean parking
- Community Picnic, 9 am – 4 pm, 1730 Oregon, Grove Park, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=16159
- LATE ENTRY - Cheryl Davila – time not given in announcement, at 20
- Making a Healthier Home: Improving Indoor Air Quality & Comfort, 2 – 3:30 pm, 2530 San Pablo, Ecology Center, indoor air quality is typically 2-5 times worse than outdoor air – how to keep pollutants out of your home. Event is free, but space is limited, please RSVP online https://www.eventbrite.com/e/making-a-healthier-home-improving-indoor-air-quality-comfort-tickets-63083077182 https://www.cityofberkeley.info/City_Manager/Press_Releases/2019/2019-06-21_June_29_workshop__improve_your_home’s_air_quality,_comfort.aspx
- LATE ENTRY - Traffic Circle Policy task Force - Subcommittee on Policy, 2-4 pm, at 2000 University, Au Coquelet https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Traffic_Circle_Policy_Task_Force.aspx
- No City meetings or events found
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City Council Policy Committees Unfinished Business Items for Scheduling
Agenda Committee
Use of U1 Funds for Property Acquisition at 1001, 1007 and 1011 University Ave and 1925 Ninth Street from Housing Advisory Commission and City Manager
Increase Compliance with Short-Term Rental Ordinance
Disposition of City-owned Redevelopment Properties at 1631 and 1654 Fifth Street
Vehicle Dweller Program
Tenant Opportunity to Purchase Act
Land Use
Adopt an Ordinance adding a new Chapter 9.50 to the Berkeley Municipal Code Requiring Legal Rights for Legal Tender (July 18 agenda)
Facilities Infrastructure
Consider Multi-year Bidding Processes for Street Paving
Health, Life Enrichment, Equity & Community
5.a.Recommendations Related to Code Enforcement Actions and Leonard Powell Fact Finding,
5.b. Recommendations to Bring Justice to Mr. Leonard Powell and to Change Certain Policies to Ensure Housing Stability for Homeowners and Tenants
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
2325 Sixth St (single family residence) – hearing pending – to be scheduled
Notice of Decision (NOD) With End of Appeal Period
None pending
Remanded to ZAB or LPC With 90-Day Deadline
1155-73 Hearst (develop 2 parcels) – referred back to City Council – to be scheduled
2701 Shattuck (construct 5-story mixed-use building) – ZAB 6-30-2019
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WORKSHOPS
Sept 17 – Arts and Culture Plan, Zero Waste Rate Review, Adeline Corridor Plan
Oct 22 – Berkeley’s 2020 Vision Update, Census 2020 Update, Short term Rentals
Nov 5 - Transfer Station Feasibility Study, Vision Zero Action Plan,
Unscheduled – Cannabis Health Considerations
Unscheduled PRESENTATIONS
Referral Response: Explore Grant Writing Services
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To Check For Regional Meetings with Berkeley Council Appointees go to
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Committee_and_Regional_Body_Appointees.aspx
To check for Berkeley Unified School District Board Meetings go to
https://www.berkeleyschools.net/schoolboard/board-meeting-information/
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This meeting list is also posted on the Sustainable Berkeley Coalition website.
http://www.sustainableberkeleycoalition.com/whats-ahead.html and in the Berkeley Daily Planet under activist’s calendar http://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
When notices of meetings are found that are posted after Friday 5:00 pm they are added to the website schedule https://www.sustainableberkeleycoalition.com/whats-ahead.html and preceded by LATE ENTRY
June 16 - June 23, 2019
Worth Noting:
The June 25 City Council Agenda is available for review and comment (agenda follows list of meetings)
Sunday, June 16 - note street closures (MLK Jr Way & Adeline from Ashby to Alcatraz) for Juneteenth Festival
Monday – 1 pm - The proposed ordinance for prohibition of natural gas in new construction and developments is before the Facilities and Infrastructure Committee
Tuesday – 7 pm - The Adeline Corridor Plan is being presented at the Planning Commission Adeline Corridor Subcommittee
Thursday – 10:30 am – Creating a qualified Opportunity Fund is being considered at the Land Use Committee
Sunday, June 23 – 11 am - EV Workshop at the Ecology Center is free and requires pre-registration
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Sunday, June 16, 2019 – Father’s Day
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June 25 City Council Meeting Agenda available for comment,
email: [email protected]
Consent: Items 1. – 12. 2nd reading Tax rates for FY 2020, 14. $224,064 YMCA City Employee Memberships, 19. Revision Investment Policy, 20. $2,091,305 to extend Pathways STAIR operations to June 30, 2020, 21. $30,000 Block Grant Discretionary Funding June 1, 2019 – May 31, 2020, 22. $832,000 DDorthy Day House to Operate year-round Shelter at Veteran’s Building FY 2020 and FY 2021, 23. $233,835 Aging Services Programs for FY2020, 25. Extend contract by 2 yr - $276,000 with TruePoint Systems LLC for Accela Professional Services, 26. $65,000 NextRequest for Public Records Response Software System, 27. $225,000 Governmentjobs.com, Inc. DBA NEOGOV for Performance and Learning Management System, 28. Add $418,359 to Contract Accela, Inc. for Software Maintenance and Professional Services, 29. Add $35,000 and extend term for on-call landscape architecture, 30. Add $360,000 for new contract for the WETA MOU Planning Phase for potential ferry service and public recreation pier at Berkeley Marina, 31. Letter of commitment to affirm City of Berkeley participation in 2019 Bay Area SunShares residential solar and zero-emission vehicle program, 32. $80,000 contract with Rincon Consultants, Inc to develop Berkeley Pathway to Clean Energy Buildings Report, 33. $19,000,000 On-call Planning Services Contracts. 34. $140,875 Tanko Lighting for Street Light Luminaire Retrofit Project, 35. Educator and Educational Staff Housing - Amend Housing Trust Fund Guidelines to foster workforce housing for educators and educational staff by extending eligibility to include up to 120% AMI and provide $150,00 to BUSD for predevelopment planning,
Action: 36. Request City Manager and Dept of Public Works Collaborate to create and Action Plan by June 2020 to aggressively accelerate electrification of City’s Municipal Fleet and Phase out Fossil Fuel in municipal vehicles by 2030 with an update every 6 months, 37. Refer to Planning Commission Zoning Ordinance for Elmwood District to allow for amusement arcades, 38. Budget Referral: $150,000 Remediation of Lawn Bowling, North Green and Santa Fe Right of Way FY 2020-2021 for alternative affordable housing, 39. Adopt FY 2020 and FY 2021 Biennial Budget, 40. Adopt FY 2020 Annual Appropriations Ordinance $520,227,935 (gross and $454,517,219 (net), 41. FY 2019-2020 Borrowing of Funds $35,000,000 Tax and Revenue Anticipation Notes, 42. Waiver of Encroachment Fees for Trash Corral Pilot Program for Telegraph BID and Downtown Berkeley Assoc.
Information Reports: 43. Voluntary Time Off Program for FY 2020, 44. Audit Status Report Response: Code Enforcement-Improvements needed in Case Management and Oversight Jan1, 2019-April16, 2019, 45. FY 2020 Civic Arts Grant Awards, 46. FY 2019 2nd qtr Investment Report, 47. Referral Response: Community Microbond Initiative, 48. LPO NOD 2140 Shattuck Ave, 49. goBerkeley Parking Management Program, 50.&51. 2019 Commission on Disability Work Plan and Outreach Efforts, 52. Mental Health Commission 2018 Annual Report
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City Council Policy Committees Unfinished Business Items for Scheduling
Agenda Committee
Use of U1 Funds for Property Acquisition at 1001, 1007 and 1011 University Ave and 1925 Ninth Street from Housing Advisory Commission and City Manager
Increase Compliance with Short-Term Rental Ordinance
Disposition of City-owned Redevelopment Properties at 1631 and 1654 Fifth Street
Vehicle Dweller Program
Land Use Planning Permit Fee Amendments
Residential Preferential Parking Program for Football Game Day Enforcement
Land Use
Adopt an Ordinance adding a new Chapter 9.50 to the Berkeley Municipal Code Requiring Legal Rights for Legal Tender
Facilities Infrastructure
Consider Multi-year Bidding Processes for Street Paving
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
none
Notice of Decision (NOD) With End of Appeal Period
2072 Addison St – eliminate off-street parking – 6-5-2019
2004 Cedar – residential addition – 6-14-2019
2001 & 2031 Fourth St – modify use permit for beer tasting room – 6-14-2019
3206 – College Ave – establish pet store use – 6-14-2019
2325 Sixth St – single family residence – 6-17-2019
Remanded to ZAB or LPC With 90-Day Deadline
1155-73 Hearst (develop 2 parcels) – referred back to City Council – to be scheduled
2701 Shattuck (construct 5-story mixed-use building) – ZAB 6-30-2019
WORKSHOPS
Sept 17 – Arts and Culture Plan, Zero Waste Rate Review, Adeline Corridor Plan
Oct 22 – Berkeley’s 2020 Vision Update, Census 2020 Update, Short term Rentals
Nov 5 - Transfer Station Feasibility Study, Vision Zero Action Plan,
Dec 5 – Measure T1 Update
Unscheduled – Cannabis Health Considerations
Unscheduled PRESENTATIONS
EBMUD presentation
Referral Response: Explore Grant Writing Services
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This meeting list is also posted in the Berkeley Daily Planet under activist’s calendar http://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
Worth Noting:
The June 25 City Council Agenda is available for review and comment (agenda follows list of meetings)
Sunday, June 16 - note street closures (MLK Jr Way & Adeline from Ashby to Alcatraz) for Juneteenth Festival
Monday – 1 pm - The proposed ordinance for prohibition of natural gas in new construction and developments is before the Facilities and Infrastructure Committee
Tuesday – 7 pm - The Adeline Corridor Plan is being presented at the Planning Commission Adeline Corridor Subcommittee
Thursday – 10:30 am – Creating a qualified Opportunity Fund is being considered at the Land Use Committee
Sunday, June 23 – 11 am - EV Workshop at the Ecology Center is free and requires pre-registration
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Sunday, June 16, 2019 – Father’s Day
- Juneteenth Festival, 11 am – 7 pm, (MLK Jr Way and Adeline Blvd closed between Ashby and Alcatraz from 7 am – 7 pm) http://www.berkeleyjuneteenth.org
- City Council Facilities, Infrastructure, Transportation, Environment & Sustainability Committee – Special Meeting, 1 pm, at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, Redwood Room, Agenda: Ordinance adding new chapter to Berkeley Municipal Code Prohibiting Natural Gas Infrastructure in New Buildings, 3.a. Recommendations for Fossil Fuel Free, b. City Manager Companion response to Fossil Fuel Free Berkeley, 4. Transition to Zero-Emission Refuse Trucks https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Facilities,_Infrastructure,_Transportation,_Environment,___Sustainability.aspx
- Tax the Rich Rally, with music by Occupella, 5 – 6 pm at the Top of Solano in front of the Closed Oaks Theater, Extreme Heat Cancels
- Berkeley City Council, 1231 Addison Street, BUSD Board Room, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
- 4:30 pm Special Closed Session, Agenda: Conference with Labor Negotiators (City Manager, Deputy City Manager, Director Human Resources, Police Chief) for Berkeley Police Association
- 6:00 pm – 11:00 pm, Special Meeting, Agenda: 1. City of Berkeley Green Infrastructure Plan, 2. a. Mandatory and Recommended Green Stormwater Infrastructure in New and Existing Redevelopments or Projects from Facilities, Infrastructure, Transportation and Environmental Sustainability Committee, b. Mandatory and Recommendations from Community Environmental Advisory Commission (CEAC), c. City Manager Companion Report recommending to make no change to current practices, 3. Strategic Plan Proposed FY 2020-2021, Projects and Programs and Planning Commission Work Plan from City Manager
- Planning Commission Adeline Corridor Subcommittee, 7 - 10 pm at 2939 Ellis, Henry Ramsey Jr. South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Focus on Land Use and Affordable Housing (Ch. 3,4 and appendices A,C) https://www.cityofberkeley.info/adelinecorridor/
- https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/CABERKE/bulletins/24b5f00
- Commission on the Status of Women – Subcommittee on Reproductive Rights and Domestic Violence, 3 pm at 2180 Milvia, Chinquapin Room https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_the_Status_of_Women_Homepage.aspx
- Mental Health Commission, at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
- 6 pm, Site Visit Subcommittee,
- 7 pm, Mobile Crisis Response Subcommittee, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Mental_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Animal Care Commission, 7 – 9 pm at 1 Bolivar Drive, Berkeley Animal Shelter, Agenda: VI. Number dogs (4 to 8) walked by single person, VII. Animal sales, VIII. Large dog exercise area at Aquatic Park https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Animal_Care_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Commission on Aging, 1 – 3 pm at 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: 7. Homelessness among the elderly, 8. Risks to Seniors and Disabled during Wildfire-Safety related power outages https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Aging_Homepage.aspx
- Human Welfare & Community Action Commission, 7 – 9 pm at 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: 1. Community Action Plan Public Hearing 2019 Draft Community Services Block Grant and Needs Assessment, 3. On-Site Monitoring Report, 4. Review of Berkeley Funded Agency Program and Financial Reports, 5. 1000 - Person Plan to Address Homelessness, 6. City of Berkeley Baby Bond, 7. Update Air Quality, 8. Update Closure Alta Bates, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Human_Welfare_and_Community_Action_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- City Council Land Use, Housing & Economic Development Committee, 10:30 a, 2180 Milvia, 1st Floor, Cypress Room, Agenda: 1. Berkeley Qualified Opportunity Fund, 2. Amnesty Program for Legalizing Unpermitted Dwelling Units, 3. Prioritizing Affordable Housing for Homeless https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Land_Use,_Housing___Economic_Development.aspx
- Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board, 7 – 11 pm, 1231 Addison St, http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
- Design Review Committee, 7 – 10 pm at 1947 Center St, Basement Multi-purpose Room, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/designreview/
- 2628 Shattuck – Final Design Review – to demolish single-story care facility and build 6-story mixed use with 78 dwelling units, parking 25 vehicles, 65 bicycle spaces
- 2352 Shattuck – Preview – to demolish two commercial buildings, split lot in two, construct two 8-story buildings with 209 units (including 15 very low income units), 12,000 sq.ft. commercial space, 86 ground level parking, 20,690 sq ft usable open space
- Fair Campaign Practices Commission, 7 pm at 2180 Milvia, Cypress Room, Agenda: 6. Negotiated stipulation with Greg Magnofna, 7. Election Reform Act to Prohibit Officeholder Accounts, 8. Proposals on Independent Expenditures http://www.cityofberkeley.info/FCPC/
- Open Government Commission, 8 pm at 2180 Milvia, Cypress Room, Agenda: Reports Democracy Project, Ombudsman, http://www.cityofberkeley.info/opengovermentcommission/
- Sugar-Sweetened Beverage Product Panel of Experts, 6:30 – 9 pm at 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, No Agenda posted, check before going https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Sugar-Sweetened_Beverage_Product_Panel_of_Experts.aspx
- Transportation Commission, 7 – 9:30 pm at 1326 Allston Way, Corp Yard, Building A Willow Room, No Agenda posted, check before going https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Transportation_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Mental Health Commission Accountability Subcommittee, 7 – 9 pm at 2180 Milvia, 2nd Floor, Dogwood Room, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Mental_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- No City meetings or events Found
- EV (Electric Vehicle) 101 Workshop, 11 am, - 12:30 pm, 2530 San Pablo, Event is free, but pre-registration needed – space limited, 350 Bay Area, Sponsored by Ecology Center and City of Berkeley, also offered Tuesday, June 25 at 6 pm https://www.eventbrite.com/e/electric-vehicles-101-everything-you-need-to-get-started-tickets-63302403192
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June 25 City Council Meeting Agenda available for comment,
email: [email protected]
Consent: Items 1. – 12. 2nd reading Tax rates for FY 2020, 14. $224,064 YMCA City Employee Memberships, 19. Revision Investment Policy, 20. $2,091,305 to extend Pathways STAIR operations to June 30, 2020, 21. $30,000 Block Grant Discretionary Funding June 1, 2019 – May 31, 2020, 22. $832,000 DDorthy Day House to Operate year-round Shelter at Veteran’s Building FY 2020 and FY 2021, 23. $233,835 Aging Services Programs for FY2020, 25. Extend contract by 2 yr - $276,000 with TruePoint Systems LLC for Accela Professional Services, 26. $65,000 NextRequest for Public Records Response Software System, 27. $225,000 Governmentjobs.com, Inc. DBA NEOGOV for Performance and Learning Management System, 28. Add $418,359 to Contract Accela, Inc. for Software Maintenance and Professional Services, 29. Add $35,000 and extend term for on-call landscape architecture, 30. Add $360,000 for new contract for the WETA MOU Planning Phase for potential ferry service and public recreation pier at Berkeley Marina, 31. Letter of commitment to affirm City of Berkeley participation in 2019 Bay Area SunShares residential solar and zero-emission vehicle program, 32. $80,000 contract with Rincon Consultants, Inc to develop Berkeley Pathway to Clean Energy Buildings Report, 33. $19,000,000 On-call Planning Services Contracts. 34. $140,875 Tanko Lighting for Street Light Luminaire Retrofit Project, 35. Educator and Educational Staff Housing - Amend Housing Trust Fund Guidelines to foster workforce housing for educators and educational staff by extending eligibility to include up to 120% AMI and provide $150,00 to BUSD for predevelopment planning,
Action: 36. Request City Manager and Dept of Public Works Collaborate to create and Action Plan by June 2020 to aggressively accelerate electrification of City’s Municipal Fleet and Phase out Fossil Fuel in municipal vehicles by 2030 with an update every 6 months, 37. Refer to Planning Commission Zoning Ordinance for Elmwood District to allow for amusement arcades, 38. Budget Referral: $150,000 Remediation of Lawn Bowling, North Green and Santa Fe Right of Way FY 2020-2021 for alternative affordable housing, 39. Adopt FY 2020 and FY 2021 Biennial Budget, 40. Adopt FY 2020 Annual Appropriations Ordinance $520,227,935 (gross and $454,517,219 (net), 41. FY 2019-2020 Borrowing of Funds $35,000,000 Tax and Revenue Anticipation Notes, 42. Waiver of Encroachment Fees for Trash Corral Pilot Program for Telegraph BID and Downtown Berkeley Assoc.
Information Reports: 43. Voluntary Time Off Program for FY 2020, 44. Audit Status Report Response: Code Enforcement-Improvements needed in Case Management and Oversight Jan1, 2019-April16, 2019, 45. FY 2020 Civic Arts Grant Awards, 46. FY 2019 2nd qtr Investment Report, 47. Referral Response: Community Microbond Initiative, 48. LPO NOD 2140 Shattuck Ave, 49. goBerkeley Parking Management Program, 50.&51. 2019 Commission on Disability Work Plan and Outreach Efforts, 52. Mental Health Commission 2018 Annual Report
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City Council Policy Committees Unfinished Business Items for Scheduling
Agenda Committee
Use of U1 Funds for Property Acquisition at 1001, 1007 and 1011 University Ave and 1925 Ninth Street from Housing Advisory Commission and City Manager
Increase Compliance with Short-Term Rental Ordinance
Disposition of City-owned Redevelopment Properties at 1631 and 1654 Fifth Street
Vehicle Dweller Program
Land Use Planning Permit Fee Amendments
Residential Preferential Parking Program for Football Game Day Enforcement
Land Use
Adopt an Ordinance adding a new Chapter 9.50 to the Berkeley Municipal Code Requiring Legal Rights for Legal Tender
Facilities Infrastructure
Consider Multi-year Bidding Processes for Street Paving
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
none
Notice of Decision (NOD) With End of Appeal Period
2072 Addison St – eliminate off-street parking – 6-5-2019
2004 Cedar – residential addition – 6-14-2019
2001 & 2031 Fourth St – modify use permit for beer tasting room – 6-14-2019
3206 – College Ave – establish pet store use – 6-14-2019
2325 Sixth St – single family residence – 6-17-2019
Remanded to ZAB or LPC With 90-Day Deadline
1155-73 Hearst (develop 2 parcels) – referred back to City Council – to be scheduled
2701 Shattuck (construct 5-story mixed-use building) – ZAB 6-30-2019
WORKSHOPS
Sept 17 – Arts and Culture Plan, Zero Waste Rate Review, Adeline Corridor Plan
Oct 22 – Berkeley’s 2020 Vision Update, Census 2020 Update, Short term Rentals
Nov 5 - Transfer Station Feasibility Study, Vision Zero Action Plan,
Dec 5 – Measure T1 Update
Unscheduled – Cannabis Health Considerations
Unscheduled PRESENTATIONS
EBMUD presentation
Referral Response: Explore Grant Writing Services
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This meeting list is also posted in the Berkeley Daily Planet under activist’s calendar http://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
June 9 - June 16, 2019
Worth Noting:
Even though this list of meetings is thick without listing every meeting agenda item, it is worth reading or at least scanning what is before the City for discussion and action this coming week.
City Council Committees are meeting this week in the morning and afternoon on Monday and Thursday.
The City Council will vote on the FY 2020 and FY 2021 budgets on June 25. The proposed budget recommendations will be discussed at City Council on Tuesday, Police Review Commission on Wednesday, City Council Budget Committee on Thursday.
Sunday, June 9, 2019
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City Council Policy Committees Unfinished Business Items for Scheduling
Agenda Committee
Use of U1 Funds for Property Acquisition at 1001, 1007 and 1011 University Ave and 1925 Ninth Street from Housing Advisory Commission and City Manager
Increase Compliance with Short-Term Rental Ordinance
Disposition of City-owned Redevelopment Properties at 1631 and 1654 Fifth Street
Vehicle Dweller Program
Land Use Planning Permit Fee Amendments
Residential Preferential Parking Program for Football Game Day Enforcement
Land Use
Referral to City Manager - Amnesty Program for Legalizing Unpermitted Dwelling Units
Prioritizing Affordable Housing for the Homeless
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
none
Notice of Decision (NOD) With End of Appeal Period
2072 Addison St – eliminate off-street parking – 6-5-2019
2004 Cedar – residential addition – 6-14-2019
2001 & 2031 Fourth St – modify use permit for beer tasting room – 6-14-2019
3206 – College Ave – establish pet store use – 6-14-2019
2325 Sixth St – single family residence – 6-17-2019
Remanded to ZAB or LPC With 90-Day Deadline
1155-73 Hearst (develop 2 parcels) – referred back to City Council – to be scheduled
2701 Shattuck (construct 5-story mixed-use building) – ZAB 6-30-2019
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WORKSHOPS
June 18–Green Stormwater Infrastructure Presentation, Mandatory and Recommended Green Stormwater Infrastructure in New and Existing Redevelopments or Projects, Council Budget and Strategic Plan Priorities
Sept 17– Arts and Culture Plan, Zero Waste Rate Review, Adeline Corridor Plan
Oct 22– Berkeley’s 2020 Vision Update, Census 2020 Update, Short term Rentals
Nov 5 - Transfer Station Feasibility Study, Vision Zero Action Plan,
Dec 5 –Measure T1 Update
Unscheduled– Cannabis Health Considerations
Unscheduled PRESENTATIONS
EBMUD presentation
Referral Response: Explore Grant Writing Services
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This meeting list is also posted in the Berkeley Daily Planet under activist’s calendar http://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
Worth Noting:
Even though this list of meetings is thick without listing every meeting agenda item, it is worth reading or at least scanning what is before the City for discussion and action this coming week.
City Council Committees are meeting this week in the morning and afternoon on Monday and Thursday.
The City Council will vote on the FY 2020 and FY 2021 budgets on June 25. The proposed budget recommendations will be discussed at City Council on Tuesday, Police Review Commission on Wednesday, City Council Budget Committee on Thursday.
Sunday, June 9, 2019
- No City meetings or events found
- City Council Health, Life Enrichment, Equity & Community Committee, 10 am– 12 pm, at 2180 Milvia, 6thFloor Redwood Conf Room, Agenda: 2. Managing RV Parking, 3. Creation of Vehicle Dwellers Governance Body, 4. Brown Act, 5. Ban Racial, Ethnic and Religious Discrimination on the Basis Hairstyle or Headwear, 6. Air Quality Monitoring Program https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Health,_Life_Enrichment,_Equity___Community.aspx
- Agenda and Rules Committee,2:30 pm – 3:30 pm,at 2180 Milvia, 6thFloor Redwood Conf Room, Draft Agenda for June 25 Regular City Council Meeting, Consent:1. $224,064 YMCA City Employee Memberships, 6. Revision Investment Policy, 7. $2,091,305 to extend Pathways STAIR operations to June 30, 2020, 8. $30,000 Block Grant Discretionary Funding June 1, 2019 – May 31, 2020, 9. $832,000 DDorthy Day House to Operate year-round Shelter at Veteran’s Building FY 2020 and FY 2021, 10. $233,835 Aging Services Programs for FY2020, 11. Extend contract by 2 yr - $276,000 with TruePoint Systems LLC for Accela Professional Services, 13. $65,000 NextRequest for Public Records Response Software System, 14. $225,000 Governmentjobs.com, Inc. DBA NEOGOV for Performance and Learning Management System, 15. Add $418 to Contract Accela, Inc. for Software Maintenance and Professional Services, 16. Add $35,000 and extend term for on-call landscape architecture, 17. $3,100,000 for construction management services for Berkeley Tuolumne Camp Project July1, 2019-Dec 31, 2022, 18. Add $360,000 for new contract for the WETA MOU Planning Phase for potential ferry service and public recreation pier at Berkeley Marina 19. Letter of commitment to affirm City of Berkeley participation in 2019 Bay Area SunShares residential solar and zero-emission vehicle program, 20, $80,000 contract with Rincon Consultants, Inc to develop Berkeley Pathway to Clean Energy Buildings Report, 21. $19,000,000 On-call Planning Services Contracts. 22. $140,875 Tanko Lighting for Street Light Luminaire Retrofit Project, 23. Amend Housing Trust Fund Guidelines to foster workforce housing for educators and educational staff by extending eligibility to include up to 120% AMI and provide $150,00 to BUSD for predevelopment planning, Action:24. Adopt FY 2020 and FY 2021 Biennial Budget,25. Adopt FY 2020 Annual Appropriations Ordinance $520,227,935 (gross and $454,517,219 (net), 26. FY 2019-2020 Borrowing of Funds $35,000,000 Tax and Revenue Anticipation Notes, 27. Adopt Ordinance adding new Chapter 9.50 to BMC requiring legal rights for legal tender, requiring that all brick-and-mortar businesses accept cash, 28. Adopt Resolution Establishing that all new vehicles procured by City of Berkeley be zero-emission vehicles, 29. Create Action Plan by June 2020 to accelerate electrification of City’s municipal fleet and phase out fossil fuel use in municipal vehicles by 2030, 30. Waiver of Encroachment Fees for Trash Corral Pilot Program for Telegraph BID and Downtown Berkeley Assoc. Information Reports: 31. Voluntary Time Off Program for FY 2020, 32. Audit Status Report Response: Code Enforcement-Improvements needed in Case Management and Oversight Jan1, 2019-April16, 2019, 33. FY 2020 Civic Arts Grant Awards, 34. FY 2019 2ndqtr Investment Report, 35. Referral Response: Community Microbond Initiative, 36. LPO NOD 2140 Shattuck Ave, 37. goBerkeley Parking Management Program, 38.&39. 2019 Commission on Disability Work Plan and Outreach Efforts, 40. Mental Health Commission 2018 Annual Report https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Agenda_Committee__2019_Index.aspx
- Police Review Commission – Probation and Parole Questioning Subcommittee,2 pm,at 1947 Center, Western Sycamore Room 1stFloor, 5. Development of new BPD policy https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Tax the Rich Rally, with music by Occupella, 5 – 6 pmat the Top of Solano in front of the Closed Oaks Theater, Rain Cancels
- Berkeley City Council, Tuesday, at 1231 Addison Street, BUSD Board Room, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.asp
- 4:00 pm, Closed Session, Agenda:
- 5:00 pm Special Meeting, Agenda: 1 item Referral Prioritization Process
- 6:00 pm – 11:00 pm, Regular Session: Agenda: Consent: items 4-15 FY 2020 Tax Rates, 16. Temporary Appropriations $50,000,000 payroll & expenses, 17. $56,000 AmeriCorps, 18. BUSD YouthWorks Employment Program $26,694, 19. RFP to Sell Single Family Home at 1654 Fifth St to Operate as Homeless Shelter, 20. $121,538 Contract increase for Phone System Support and Maintenance, 21. Contract NEXGEN $1,017,509, 22. $100,000 Contract Increase Tank Maintenance and Certification Services, 23. Contract $4,065,906 T1 Street Improvements, 24. $940,000 Preparation Sanitary Sewer Master Plan, 25. $278,698 Global Positioning System Telematics Program, 26. $296,475 for 10 new Prius (PHEV), 27. Amend Commissioners’ Manual Regarding Submission of Revised or Supplemental Agenda Material, 28. Resolution No Intervention in Venezuela, 29.Insufficient Fire Prevention Inspections, 30. Support AB 1487, 31. RFP Measure O Funds to Housing Trust Fund for Berkeley Way and 1601 Oxford, 32. Transit Improvements at MacArthur Maze, 33. Oppose AB 56 Centralizing Energy Procurement, 34. Repeal/Reenact BMC 13.104 Wage Theft Prevention, 35. Opposition to Revision of Title X, 36. Funding $190,015 Drop-in Center, 37. Funding $198,000 Youth Spirit Artworks, 38. $203,286 Intercity Services, 39. Berkeley Opportunity Zone Displacement Mitigation Overlay, 40. Proclamation Honoring June as LBGTQ Pride Month, 42. Resolution Opposing Anti-Abortion Bills Passed in 2019 Action:44. 2020 Street Lighting Assessments, 45. a.b.& c. Code Enforcement Actions and Fact Finding Leonard Powell, 46.Inclusionary Housing Zoning Ordinance Amendments Contiguous Lots under Common Control or Ownership, 47. Referralto Homeless Services Panel of Experts to consider Measure P Funds for remediation of Lawn Bowling, North Green and Santa Fe Right-of-Way, FY 2020-2021, 48.&49. FY 2020, FY 2021Proposed Budget, Information:50. Referral Response: Tenant Opportunity to Purchase Act (TOPA)
- Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board – Budget & Personnel Committee, 5:30 pm, at 2001 Center St, Law Library 2ndFloor, Agenda: 5. Staffing Model Changes, 6. FY 2019 Budget update, 7. FY 2020 Budget http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
- Community Health Commission – Policy Tracking Subcommittee,5 pm at 2000 University, Au Coquelet https://www.cityofberkeley.info/uploadedFiles/Health_Human_Services/Commissions/Commission_for_Community_Health/06-12-19-AgendaPolicyEducationSC.pdf
- Homeless Commission,7 – 9 pm at 2180 Milvia, 1stFloor Cypress Room, Agenda: 7. Recommendation health study by Division of Public Health on health conditions, disparities and mortality rates on homeless with recommendations for closing gaps, 8. Recommendation Adeline Corridor Plan to include housing for extremely low-income persons consistent with 1000 person plan, 9. Recommendation 1281 University be used as location for RV dwellers with established ties to Berkeley, 10. Report from encampment subcommittee, 11. Homesteading, 13. Employment strategies for homeless, 14. Transportation accommodation to shelters and resources https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Homeless_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Measure O Bond Oversight Committee, 6 – 9 pm, at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: 6. Housing Trust Fund Program and Priorities, 7. Ad-Hoc Subcommittees, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Measure_O_Bond_Oversight_Committee.aspx
- Parks and Waterfront Commission,7 – 9 pm at 2800 Park St, Frances Albrier Community Center, Agenda: 10. Adeline Corridor Plan, 11. Presentation Women’s Daytime Drop-in Program at Berkeley Lawn Bowling Club, 12. Update T1, 13. Bee City Update, 14. Southern Waterfront Parking Assessment, 15. Citywide Restroom Assessment https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Parks_and_Waterfront_Commission.aspx
- Police Review Commission,at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center,
- 5:30 pm Lexipol Policies Subcommittee
- 7 – 10 pm,Regular Meeting, Agenda: 8. Subcommittees a.Lexipol Policies, b. MOU Compendium, c. Standard of Proof, 9. Old Business, a.Lexipol Policies, b. Surveillance Use Policies, 10. New Business, a. Use of hoods/spit masks, b. BPD FY 2020 & FY 2021 Budget, c. possible joint request with Mental Health Commission for increased funding for Mobile Crisis Unit or other Mental Health Services https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- City Council Budget & Finance Committee, 2 – 4 pm, at 2180 Milvia, 6thFloor Redwood Conf Room, Agenda: 2. Voluntary Time off on Statewide Election Days for City Employees, 3. City Manager’s Budget Recommendations for FY 2020 and FY 2021 https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Budget___Finance.aspx
- City Council Land Use, Housing & Economic Development Committee, 10:30 am – 12 pm, at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Room, Agenda: 2. Open Doors Initiative: First Time Homebuyer Program, 3. Referral: Fee on New Non-Residential Development to Contribute to the Revolving Loan Fund, 4. Berkeley Qualified Opportunity Fund https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Land_Use,_Housing___Economic_Development.aspx
- Cannabis Commission,6:30 – 8:30 pm, at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Consideration Cannabis Equity Program https://www.cityofberkeley.info/MedicalCannabis/
- Community Environmental Advisory Commission,7 – 9 pm at 1901 Russell St, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library, Agenda: V. Presentation Public Health Division Tobacco Prevention Program, IX. 1. Bird Safety, 2. Coordination Environmental Impact Protection, 6. Letter on Parking Enforcement Vehicles https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Community_Environmental_Advisory_Commission/
- Zoning Adjustment Board,7 – 11 pm at 1231 Addison St, BUSD Board Room, Agenda: 3. Election of 3 ZAB members to Zoning Ordinance Revision Project
- 1111 Allston Way– construct 3-story single family dwelling at rear of parcel – staff recommend Approve
- 2198 San Pablo– demolish single-story commercial building and construct 6-story mixed use with 3 live-work, 57 dwellings (includes 5 Very Low Income), parking 20 vehicles, 48 bicycle spaces, staff recommend Approve
- 2701 Shattuck– construct 5-story, 57 dwellings (includes 5 Very Low Income), 600 sq ft ground floor food service, parking 30 vehicles, 44 bicycle spaces, staff recommend Approve with modifications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
- 2x2 Committee,8:30 – 10 am, at 2020 Bonor Street, Room 126, Berkeley Unified School District, Agenda: 4. Joint Properties MOU Update, 5. 2020 Vision Annual Update, 6. BUSD Update on Workforce Housing https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/2x2_Committee_Homepage.aspx
- Berkeley Reduced Service Day
- Roses in Bloom Acoustical Series, 3 – 5 pm, at Rose Garden, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=16177
- Juneteenth Festival, 11 am – 7 pm, http://www.berkeleyjuneteenth.org
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City Council Policy Committees Unfinished Business Items for Scheduling
Agenda Committee
Use of U1 Funds for Property Acquisition at 1001, 1007 and 1011 University Ave and 1925 Ninth Street from Housing Advisory Commission and City Manager
Increase Compliance with Short-Term Rental Ordinance
Disposition of City-owned Redevelopment Properties at 1631 and 1654 Fifth Street
Vehicle Dweller Program
Land Use Planning Permit Fee Amendments
Residential Preferential Parking Program for Football Game Day Enforcement
Land Use
Referral to City Manager - Amnesty Program for Legalizing Unpermitted Dwelling Units
Prioritizing Affordable Housing for the Homeless
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
none
Notice of Decision (NOD) With End of Appeal Period
2072 Addison St – eliminate off-street parking – 6-5-2019
2004 Cedar – residential addition – 6-14-2019
2001 & 2031 Fourth St – modify use permit for beer tasting room – 6-14-2019
3206 – College Ave – establish pet store use – 6-14-2019
2325 Sixth St – single family residence – 6-17-2019
Remanded to ZAB or LPC With 90-Day Deadline
1155-73 Hearst (develop 2 parcels) – referred back to City Council – to be scheduled
2701 Shattuck (construct 5-story mixed-use building) – ZAB 6-30-2019
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WORKSHOPS
June 18–Green Stormwater Infrastructure Presentation, Mandatory and Recommended Green Stormwater Infrastructure in New and Existing Redevelopments or Projects, Council Budget and Strategic Plan Priorities
Sept 17– Arts and Culture Plan, Zero Waste Rate Review, Adeline Corridor Plan
Oct 22– Berkeley’s 2020 Vision Update, Census 2020 Update, Short term Rentals
Nov 5 - Transfer Station Feasibility Study, Vision Zero Action Plan,
Dec 5 –Measure T1 Update
Unscheduled– Cannabis Health Considerations
Unscheduled PRESENTATIONS
EBMUD presentation
Referral Response: Explore Grant Writing Services
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This meeting list is also posted in the Berkeley Daily Planet under activist’s calendar http://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
June 2 - June 9, 2019
Sunday, June 2, 2019
Saturday, June 8, 2019
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Worth Noting
Much of the significant public action in city administration policy is taking place at the City Council Committee meetings which are scheduled and held during the daytime. The Minutes from these Council Committee meetings are very brief and not well detailed and often posted very late (or not at all). Also none of these City Council Committee meetings have an audio or video recorded documentation for our public access. We need to demand responsible transparency and access to this public information.
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Land Use
Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
Notice of Decision (NOD) With End of Appeal Period
- 2325 Sixth St (Single-family residence) – 6-5-2019
- 2072 Addison (eliminate off-street parking) – 6-5-2019
Remanded to ZAB or LPC With 90-Day Deadline
- 1155-73 Hearst (develop 2 parcels) – referred back to City Council – to be scheduled
- 2701 Shattuck Ave (construct 5-story mixed-use building) – ZAB 6-30-2019
WORKSHOPS
- June 18 –Green Stormwater Infrastructure, Mandatory and Recommended Green Stormwater Infrastructure in New and Existing Redevelopments or Projects (Policy Committee), Council Budget and Strategic Plan Procedures
- Sept 17 – Arts and Culture Plan, Zero Waste Rate Review, Adeline Corridor Plan
- Oct 22 – Berkeley’s 2020 Vision Update, Census 2020 Update, Short Term Rentals
- Nov 5 - Transfer Station Feasibility Study, Vision Zero Action Plan,
- Dec. 5 – Measure T1 Update
- Unscheduled – Cannabis Health Considerations workshop
Unscheduled PRESENTATIONS
- June 11 – tentative EBMUD presentation, tba.
- Explore Grant-Writing Services from Specialized Municipal Grant-Writing Firms.
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This *Sustainable Berkeley Coalition civic meetings calendar is posted in the Berkeley Daily Planet under activist’s calendar http://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com and is available on Facebook pages for **Berkeley Progressive Alliance (BPA) and for Berkeley Citizens Action (BCA).
Also, visit the (BNC) Berkeley Neighborhoods Council Newsletter link for information on City andcommunity issues at <http://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/current-issue/>
Sunday, June 2, 2019
- Berkeley Historical Society presents --"Yeasty Times, the Experimental School Program"-- from 3-5 pm, at 1931 Center St. Moderated by Joanne Tien and with an expert panel discussion. Free admission and for more information --see: http://www.berkeleyhistoricalsociety.org/news.html or https://www.eventbrite.com/e/61412794321
- The 16th Berkeley World Music Festival, noon – 8 pm, at People’s Park and throughout Telegraph Ave.; and Sunday Streets provides dance areas, crafts, with children’s activities each day, --see: www.bwmfest.org
- Roses in Bloom -an Acoustical Series, from 3 – 5 pm at the Rose Garden. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=16112
- 4 x 4 Joint Task Force Committee on Housing: Rent Board/City Council, at 3 pm at 2180 Milvia St, 1st Floor Cypress Room, on Agenda-Items: 5. Fair Chance Ordinance, 6. Anti-Displacement Ordinance, 7. Short-term Rental Ordinance Enforcement, 8. Modifications to BMC 19.50 Elevators—Buildings with more than 10 or more units and 2 or more floors https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/4x4_Committee_Homepage.aspx
- Peace and Justice Commission, at 7 pm at 2180 Milvia St, 1st Floor Cypress Room, on Agenda-Items: #8-On City Socially Responsible Investments and Procurement; #9-Possible BUSD Appointments; #11- On action for Sanctuary Community Working Group; #13- On Support to ban a Facial Recognition System; #15-On the Adeline Corridor Plan; --see:https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Peace_and_Justice_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Public Works Commission-Street Lighting Subcommittee, from Noon-1:30 pm at 1947 Center St., on agenda: Review of 5-Year Paving Plan; --see:https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Public_Works_Commission_Homepage.aspx or https://www.cityofberkeley.info/uploadedFiles/Public_Works/Commissions/Commission_for_Public_Works/Paving%20subcommittee%20agenda%205-23-19.pdf
- Public Safety Committee, from 10:30-Noon, at 2180 Milvia St.,1st Floor, Cypress Room. On Agenda, items: #2-Review BPD Stop-Data Collection Policy uses; #3-To develop alternative code compliance measures for non-traditional live/work space. #4- Recommend a public Outdoor Warning System & holistic emergency alert plan;--see: https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Public_Safety.aspx or https://www.cityofberkeley.info/uploadedFiles/Clerk/2019-6-3%20Agenda%20Packet%20-%20Public%20Safety.pdf
- Tax the Rich Rally, with music by Occupella, 5–6 pm at the Top of Solano Ave in front of the closed Oaks Theater. Rain cancels event.
- Personnel Board, from 7–9 pm, at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Conference Room, no agenda posted. Contact 981-6800. --see:http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Personnel_Board_Homepage.aspx
- Homeless Services Panel, from 7– 9 pm, at 2180 Milvia, 1st Floor Cypress Rm. On agenda, item #5- Q& A on overview of Berkeley’s Homeless Services System; Updates on TNC Objects on Sidewalks; and implementation of the RV ordinance. --see:http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Homeless_Commission_Homepage.aspx2
- Commission on Disability, from 6:30–9 pm at 1326 Allston, Bldg A, Willow Room. On Agenda: #2.San Pablo Ave Plan, #5. Homeless concerns & #6. RV parking, --see:https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Disability_Homepage.aspxor https://www.cityofberkeley.info/uploadedFiles/Public_Works/Commissions/Commission_for_Disability/2019COD%20REGFINAL%20AGENDA%20ONLY%206-5.pdf
- Planning Commission, from 7–10 pm, at the South Berkeley Senior Center 2939 Ellis. Agenda: the Adeline Corridor Specific Plan,--see:https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx orhttps://www.cityofberkeley.info/uploadedFiles/Planning_and_Development/Level_3_-_Commissio/Commission_for_Planning/2019-6-5_PC_Linked%20Agenda.pdf
- Medical Cannibis Commission, from 2-4 pm, at 2180 Milvia St., Redwood Room. No agenda posted. Call 981-7484 for info, --see: https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=15776
- Facilities, Infrastructure,Transportation, Environment,& Sustainability (FITES) Committee, at 2 pm, at 2180 Milvia St., 6th Flr, Redwood Rm. On agenda, item: #2. Adopt new code to prohibit natural gas in future development projects, #3.Transition to Zero-Emission Refuse Trucks, #4.Recommending a Fossil-Fuel Free Berkeley, --see https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Facilities,_Infrastructure,_Transportation,_Environment,___Sustainability.aspx or https://www.cityofberkeley.info/uploadedFiles/Clerk/2019-6-6%20Agenda%20Packet%20-%20Facilities.pdf
- Public Works Commission, from 7–10 pm at 1326 Allston Way, Willow Room, City of Berkeley Corporation Yard. - No Agenda posted; check before going.--See: https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Public_Works_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Landmarks Preservation Commission, from 7–11pm, at 1947 Center St, in Multipurpose Room, Basement. On agenda:
- - 1581 LeRoy Ave, for consideration (& exterior alterations Hillside School)
- - 1915-Fourth St., Structural & exterior alterations (Spenger's Fish Grotto)
- - 1440 Hawthorne Terrace, designation for Marsh House and gardens
- - 1450 Hawthorne Terrace, designation for Sperry-McLaughlin House and gardens
- - 1690 Walnut Ave., designation for Las Casitas Apt.Bldg.
- - 2526 Hawthorne Terrace, designation for G&E Blood residence.
- - and, to review Adeline Corridor Specific Plan and Draft EIR. --See:http://www.cityofberkeley.info/landmarkspreservationcommission/ orhttps://www.cityofberkeley.info/uploadedFiles/Planning_and_Development/Level_3_-_LPC/LPCAg_2019-06-06.pdf
- Land Use and Housing & Economic Development Committee meeting -- Cancelled -- (was to be 10:30-Noon, at 2180 Milvia, 1st Floor Cypress Rm.) --See: https://www.cityofberkeley.info/communitycalendar/default.asp?date=6%2F6%2F2019&month=6&Year=2019
- Housing Advisory Commission, from 7-10 pm, at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center, on agenda: #6. Affordable Housing preference policies, #7. Review of Adeline Corridor Specific Plan. --See:https://www.cityofberkeley.info/uploadedFiles/Housing/Commissions/Commission_for_Homeless/2019-06-06%20HAC%20Agenda%20PACKET.pdf
Saturday, June 8, 2019
- KidChella - Music in the Park, Saturday, from 3-5 pm, at Willard Park, 2730 Hillegass Ave. With Purple Fox and the Heebie Jeebies - a fun funky, rockin' reggae band from Silicon Valley.
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Worth Noting
Much of the significant public action in city administration policy is taking place at the City Council Committee meetings which are scheduled and held during the daytime. The Minutes from these Council Committee meetings are very brief and not well detailed and often posted very late (or not at all). Also none of these City Council Committee meetings have an audio or video recorded documentation for our public access. We need to demand responsible transparency and access to this public information.
- The Adeline Corridor Specific Plan (Draft Plan) and Draft Environmental Impact Report (DEIR) are available for review and comment at <https://www.cityofberkeley.info/AdelineCorridor/> and to enter public comment, send email to: <[email protected]> on or before July 1, 2019, 5:00 pm. &
- The next community public meeting on the ACS Plan is at: Planning Commission - June 5, from 7– 10 pm at the South Berkeley Senior Center, 2939 Ellis.
- The Berkeley Neighborhoods Council's June-16 community forum on "Opportunity Zones" (is cancelled) to be rescheduled. BNC will announce when this forum will re-schedule at the next BNC meeting on June 8. Please join the conversation and attend that meeting. See: http://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/
- KidChella - Music in the Park, Saturday, June 22 from 3-5 pm, Live Oak Park, 1301 Shattuck Ave. with Asheba, a musical storyteller who specializes in calypso, the musical and folkloric oral tradition of Trinidad.
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Land Use
Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
Notice of Decision (NOD) With End of Appeal Period
- 2325 Sixth St (Single-family residence) – 6-5-2019
- 2072 Addison (eliminate off-street parking) – 6-5-2019
Remanded to ZAB or LPC With 90-Day Deadline
- 1155-73 Hearst (develop 2 parcels) – referred back to City Council – to be scheduled
- 2701 Shattuck Ave (construct 5-story mixed-use building) – ZAB 6-30-2019
WORKSHOPS
- June 18 –Green Stormwater Infrastructure, Mandatory and Recommended Green Stormwater Infrastructure in New and Existing Redevelopments or Projects (Policy Committee), Council Budget and Strategic Plan Procedures
- Sept 17 – Arts and Culture Plan, Zero Waste Rate Review, Adeline Corridor Plan
- Oct 22 – Berkeley’s 2020 Vision Update, Census 2020 Update, Short Term Rentals
- Nov 5 - Transfer Station Feasibility Study, Vision Zero Action Plan,
- Dec. 5 – Measure T1 Update
- Unscheduled – Cannabis Health Considerations workshop
Unscheduled PRESENTATIONS
- June 11 – tentative EBMUD presentation, tba.
- Explore Grant-Writing Services from Specialized Municipal Grant-Writing Firms.
* * *
This *Sustainable Berkeley Coalition civic meetings calendar is posted in the Berkeley Daily Planet under activist’s calendar http://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com and is available on Facebook pages for **Berkeley Progressive Alliance (BPA) and for Berkeley Citizens Action (BCA).
Also, visit the (BNC) Berkeley Neighborhoods Council Newsletter link for information on City andcommunity issues at <http://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/current-issue/>
May 26 - June 2, 2019
Worth Noting and Showing Up:
Tuesday – 2:30 pm Agenda Planning committee for June 11 City Council meeting and 6:00 pm City Council Regular meeting
Wednesday – 6:30 pm Adeline Corridor Draft Plan presentation
Saturday and Sunday – 16th Berkeley World Music Festival noon – 8:00 pm
Sunday, May 26, 201
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The Adeline Corridor Specific Plan (Draft Plan) and Draft Environmental Impact Report (DEIR) are available for review and comment https://www.cityofberkeley.info/AdelineCorridor/
Two in person public meetings on the plan are scheduled.
Community meeting - May 29, 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm at the South Berkeley Senior Center 2939 Ellis. Planning Commission - June 5, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm at the South Berkeley Senior Center 2939 Ellis
To comment email [email protected] on or before July 1, 2019, 5:00 pm.
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*Agenda Committee Unfinished business for scheduling – 1. a.&b. U1 Funds for Property Acquisition at 1001, 1007, 1011 University, 1925 Ninth Street, 2. Revisions to Ordinance 7,521 BMC. To increase compliance with short-term rental ordinance, 3. Disposition City-owned Former Redevelopment Agency Properties at 1631 & 1654 Fifth St, 4. Referral to City Manager and budget for creation of “vehicle dweller program” 5. Land-use Planning Permit Fee Amendments, 6. Residential Preferential Parking (RPP) Program Reform & Expansion Phase II: Recommendations for Increased Staffing, Enhanced Football Game Enforcement and Expansion.
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
1444 Fifth St – 4 single family dwellings - 5-28-2019
Notice of Decision (NOD) With End of Appeal Period
2325 Sixth St (Single-family residence) – 6-5-2019
2072 Addison (eliminate off-street parking) – 6-5-2019
Remanded to ZAB or LPC With 90-Day Deadline
1155-73 Hearst (develop 2 parcels) – referred back to City Council – to be scheduled
2701 Shattuck (construct 5-story mixed-use building) – ZAB 6-30-2019
WORKSHOPS
June 18 –Green Stormwater Infrastructure, Mandatory and Recommended Green Stormwater Infrastructure in New and Existing Redevelopments or Projects (Policy Committee), Council Budget and Strategic Plan Procedures
Sept 17 – Arts and Culture Plan, Zero Waste Rate Review, Adeline Corridor Plan
Oct 22 – Berkeley’s 2020 Vision Update, Census 2020 Update, Short Term Rentals
Nov 5 - Transfer Station Feasibility Study, Vision Zero Action Plan,
Dec. 5 – Measure T1 Update
Unscheduled – Cannabis Health Considerations
Unscheduled PRESENTATIONS
June 11 – tentative EBMUD presentation
Explore Grant-Writing Services from Specialized Municipal Grant-Writing Firms
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To Check For Regional Meetings with Berkeley Council Appointees go to
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Committee_and_Regional_Body_Appointees.aspx
To check for Berkeley Unified School District Board Meetings go to
https://www.berkeleyschools.net/schoolboard/board-meeting-information/
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This meeting list is also posted in the Berkeley Daily Planet under activist’s calendar http://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
Worth Noting and Showing Up:
Tuesday – 2:30 pm Agenda Planning committee for June 11 City Council meeting and 6:00 pm City Council Regular meeting
Wednesday – 6:30 pm Adeline Corridor Draft Plan presentation
Saturday and Sunday – 16th Berkeley World Music Festival noon – 8:00 pm
Sunday, May 26, 201
- Roses in Bloom Acoustical Series, 3 – 5 pm at Rose Garden https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=16112
- Tax the Rich Rally, with music by Occupella, 5 – 6 pm at the Top of Solano in front of the Closed Oaks Theater, Rain Cancels
- Civic Arts Commission – Special Meeting, 6 – 8 pm at 1901 Russell St, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library, Agenda action items 8. a. Telegraph Walking Tour, b. revised design carved stone wall inserts for North Berkeley Senior Center, c. Civic Arts Grant Awards, on City website link to agendadoes not open, direct link here https://www.cityofberkeley.info/uploadedFiles/City_Manager/Level_3_-_Civic_Arts/5.28.19%20CAC%20Agenda%20and%20Attachments(1).pdf https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CivicArtsCommissionHomepage/
- Agenda and Rules Committee, 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm, 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Conf Room, Draft Agenda for June 11, Regular City Council Meeting, Consent: 2. Bid Solicitations, items 3. thru 14. FY 2020 Tax Rates, 15. Temporary Appropriations $50 million from July 1, 2019 until effective date of FY 2020 Annual Appropriations ordinance. 16. Contract with Bay Area Community Resources for $56,000 for placement of AmeriCorps Members, 17. Contract BUSD for $26,694 for Workplace Skills Training for YouthWorks Employment Program,18. RFP to sell Single Family Home at 1654 Fifth St to Operate as Homeless Housing, 19. Increase Contract No. 9149B by $121,538 Telephone System Support and Service, 20. $1,017,509 Contract: NEXGEN Asset Management for Computerized Maintenance Management System & Enterprise Asset Management System, 21. Increase Contract No. 10350 Technology, Engineering and Construction, Inc by $100,000 for Tank Maintenance and Certification services, 22. $4,065,906 Contract Gallagher & Burk, Inc for Measure T1 Street Improvement Project Adeline, Hearst and Milvia, 23. $940,000 Contract for Preparation of Sanitary Sewer Master Plan, 24. $278,698 Contract: Zonar Systems, Inc. for Global Positioning System Telematics Program, 25. $296,475 Purchase Order: National Fleet Group for 10 Toyota Prius Prime Plus (PHEV – Plug-in Hybrid) 26. Amendment to Commissioners’ Manual regarding submission of revised or supplemental Agenda Material must be made available to the public, 27. Fire Prevention Inspections Insufficient – from Auditor – Fire Dept had 2500 open violations, over 500 properties not inspected, new large projects not in data base for inspections – staffing has not kept pace with city growth, code enforcement requirements, 28. Support AB 1487 – Housing Alliance for Bay Area, 29. Use Measure O Affordable Housing Bonds for Berkeley Way and 1601 Oxford, Action: 31. Zoning Ordinance Amendments Inclusionary Housing Regulations to Contiguous Lots under Common Control or Ownership, 32. FY 202 Street Lighting Assessments, 33. Budget Referral: Remediation of Lawn Bowling, North Green and Santa Fe Right-of-Way FY 202-2021 Affordable Housing, 34. Resolution No U.S. Intervention in Venezuela, 35. FY 2020&FY 2021 Proposed Biennial Budget, 36. a.b.&c. Code Enforcement and Mr. Leonard Powell, 37. Law Enforcement Use of Restraint Devices in City of Berkeley, 38. Transit Improvements at MacArthur Maze, 39. BMC. Chapter 13.104, Wage Theft Prevention, 40. Opposition to Revision of Title X, 41. FY 2020-FY 2023 – Funding for Berkeley Drop-in Center, 42. FY 2020-2023, Funding Youth Spirit Artworks, 43. FY 202-2023 Funding for Intercity Services, 44. Berkeley Opportunity Zone Displacement Mitigation Zoning Overlay, 45. Prohibit City Use of Face Recognition Technology, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Agenda_Committee__2019_Index.aspx
- Berkeley City Council, Tuesday, 1231 Addison Street, BUSD Board Room, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
- Closed Session 5:00 pm, Agenda: existing litigation Alameda Superior Court, a. Robertson v. City of Berkeley RG17851346, b. Jonathan and Sally Francis v. City of Berkeley RG 17880940
- Regular Session 6:00 pm – 11:00 pm, Agenda: Consent: 2. One Way Car share transition from pilot to baseline program, 3. Residential Parking football game day – 2nd reading of ordinance, 5. Contract with Townsend Public Affairs for Legislative Advocacy 6-9. Assessments – Business Districts, 10. Bid Solicitations, 11. Appropriations Limit, 12. Security Patrol, 13. 4th July Fireworks/events, 14. Tree Service Contracts, 15. Parks Playground Surfacing and Pathway Repairs, 16. Bus Transportation for Berkeley Day Camp and Recreation Programs, 17. Reject bids-open market Public Safety Building repair 18. Support SB 48 – Right to Shelter, 19. Support HR 40 – Reparation Proposals, 20. Budget referral: Expand School Supply Distribution for low-income students, 22. Budget Referral Technical Assistance for Succession Planning for Conversions to Worker Cooperatives, 23. West Berkeley Service Center Development, 25. Stop signs Carleton-Fulton, 26. Funding Traffic Safety Alcatraz Ave, 27. Street Lights MLK and Stuart, 28. Study to achieve Equity in City Contracting, 29. Lighting William Byron Rumford Sculpture, 30. Increase Staffing for Vision Zero, 31. Budget Referral Traffic Calming or Traffic Circle at 62nd Street and King, 32. Resolution Full Parity Mental Health Patients, Clinicians at Kaiser, 33. Budget Referral Solano Revitalization, 34. Oppose AB-1356 Cannabis, 35. Budget Referral Paid Internships, 36. Support Renters Rights Bills, 37. Support SB 212, SB 641 Rank Choice Voting, 38. Support ADA-6 Voting Rights Parolees, Action: 39. Proposed Budget 2020-2021 Hearing #2, 40. Council recommendations for proposed budget, 41. Hourly Fee Increase Traffic Engineering & Transportation Divisions, 42. Economic Dashboards, 43. Fee Increase Rental Housing Safety Program, 44. Tax Exemption on Federal Research Grants, 45.Direct City Manager to Place a Moratorium Shared Sidewalk Policy until homeless response system designed, created, implemented, 46. Referral to Public Works to Rename Harold Way to Dalai Lama Way, 47. ZAB Appeal 1444 Fifth St. Information Reports: 48. Short term Rentals, 49. IT, 50. Kiosks and Accessibility Obstacles https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
- Zero Waste Commission, 7 – 9 pm at 1326 Allston Way, Willow Room, City of Berkeley Corporation Yard, Agenda: Transfer Station Feasibility Study, Carpet Recycling, Single Use Foodware Ordinance Implementation, Workplan https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Zero_Waste_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Community Meeting - Adeline Corridor Specific Plan (Draft Plan) and Draft Environmental Impact Report (DEIR), 6:30 - 8:30 pm at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center https://www.cityofberkeley.info/AdelineCorridor/
- Board of Library Trustees Special Meeting, 2:00 pm at 1125 University at West Brach Library, Agenda: II. A. FY Library Tax Rate, B. Biennial Budget FY 2020 & FY 2021 https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
- Community Environmental Advisory Commission – Bird Safe Subcommittee, 7 pm at 2000 University, Au Coquelet https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Community_Environmental_Advisory_Commission/
- No City meetings or events found
- 16th Berkeley World Music Festival, noon – 8 pm, outdoors and Telegraph Avenue venues, Continuous Performances, Saturday features People’s Park Concert headliners – Fula Brothers (West Africa), Sang Matiz (Afro-Latin Funk) & Baraka Moon (Sufi Trance); plus Georges Lammam (Arabic violin) & French Oak Gypsy Band. Crafts, children’s activities each day www.bwmfest.org
- 16th Berkeley World Music Festival, noon – 8 pm, outdoors and Telegraph Avenue venues, Continuous Performances, Sunday Streets provides dance areas for Mixta Criolla (Puerto Rico), Bollywood Gharana (Rock ‘n Raga), Dan Cantrell (New Balkan), belly dance, klezmer & zydeco. Evening performances are Cornelius Boots (Shakuhachi flute), Netto D’Souza (Brazilian) & Dance Party Finale, La Mandanga (Spanish Rumba). Crafts, children’s activities each day www.bwmfest.org
- Roses in Bloom Acoustical Series, 3 – 5 pm at Rose Garden https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=16112
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The Adeline Corridor Specific Plan (Draft Plan) and Draft Environmental Impact Report (DEIR) are available for review and comment https://www.cityofberkeley.info/AdelineCorridor/
Two in person public meetings on the plan are scheduled.
Community meeting - May 29, 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm at the South Berkeley Senior Center 2939 Ellis. Planning Commission - June 5, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm at the South Berkeley Senior Center 2939 Ellis
To comment email [email protected] on or before July 1, 2019, 5:00 pm.
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*Agenda Committee Unfinished business for scheduling – 1. a.&b. U1 Funds for Property Acquisition at 1001, 1007, 1011 University, 1925 Ninth Street, 2. Revisions to Ordinance 7,521 BMC. To increase compliance with short-term rental ordinance, 3. Disposition City-owned Former Redevelopment Agency Properties at 1631 & 1654 Fifth St, 4. Referral to City Manager and budget for creation of “vehicle dweller program” 5. Land-use Planning Permit Fee Amendments, 6. Residential Preferential Parking (RPP) Program Reform & Expansion Phase II: Recommendations for Increased Staffing, Enhanced Football Game Enforcement and Expansion.
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
1444 Fifth St – 4 single family dwellings - 5-28-2019
Notice of Decision (NOD) With End of Appeal Period
2325 Sixth St (Single-family residence) – 6-5-2019
2072 Addison (eliminate off-street parking) – 6-5-2019
Remanded to ZAB or LPC With 90-Day Deadline
1155-73 Hearst (develop 2 parcels) – referred back to City Council – to be scheduled
2701 Shattuck (construct 5-story mixed-use building) – ZAB 6-30-2019
WORKSHOPS
June 18 –Green Stormwater Infrastructure, Mandatory and Recommended Green Stormwater Infrastructure in New and Existing Redevelopments or Projects (Policy Committee), Council Budget and Strategic Plan Procedures
Sept 17 – Arts and Culture Plan, Zero Waste Rate Review, Adeline Corridor Plan
Oct 22 – Berkeley’s 2020 Vision Update, Census 2020 Update, Short Term Rentals
Nov 5 - Transfer Station Feasibility Study, Vision Zero Action Plan,
Dec. 5 – Measure T1 Update
Unscheduled – Cannabis Health Considerations
Unscheduled PRESENTATIONS
June 11 – tentative EBMUD presentation
Explore Grant-Writing Services from Specialized Municipal Grant-Writing Firms
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To Check For Regional Meetings with Berkeley Council Appointees go to
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Committee_and_Regional_Body_Appointees.aspx
To check for Berkeley Unified School District Board Meetings go to
https://www.berkeleyschools.net/schoolboard/board-meeting-information/
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This meeting list is also posted in the Berkeley Daily Planet under activist’s calendar http://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
May 19 - May 26, 2019
Worth Noting:
SATURDAY AND SUNDAY - Himalayan Fair – CANCELED DUE TO RAIN
Monday - Malcolm X is a City Holiday. The rest of the week is packed.
Tuesday evening – At 7 pm two meetings Wildfire Preparedness at Northbrae Church and Adeline Corridor Plan Presentation at South Berkeley Senior Center
Wednesday evening – 5 pm Redesign of the Transfer Station (Recycling Center) and I-80 Interchange at 6:30 pm
Thursday afternoon – 2 pm City Council Budget and Finance Committee – proposed budget FY 2020 & FY 2021
Saturday afternoon – 2 pm, If you missed the May 14 presentation on Fire Evacuation, it is repeated May 25.
Sunday, May 19, 2019
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Scheduled Construction Activities for Week of May 20, 2019
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Public_Works/Bids_-_Contracts/Construction_Updates.aspx
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Berkeley City Council Agenda for May 28 Council meeting is available for comment. Email [email protected] Consent: 2. One Way Car share transition from pilot to baseline program, 3. Residential Parking football game day – 2nd reading of ordinance, 5. Contract with Townsend Public Affairs for Legislative Advocacy 6-9. Assessments – Business Districts, 10. Bid Solicitations, 11. Appropriations Limit, 12. Security Patrol, 13. 4th July Fireworks/events, 14. Tree Service Contracts, 15. Parks Playground Surfacing and Pathway Repairs, 16. Bus Transportation for Berkeley Day Camp and Recreation Programs, 17. Reject bids-open market Public Safety Building repair 18. Support SB 48 – Right to Shelter, 19. Support HR 40 – Reparation Proposals, 22. Budget Referral Technical Assistance for Succession Planning for Conversions to Worker Cooperatives, 23. West Berkeley Service Center Development, 25. Stop signs Carleton-Fulton, 26. Funding Traffic Safety Alcatraz Ave, 27. Street Lights MLK and Stuart, 28. Study Equity to achieve City Contracting, 29. Lighting William Byron Rumford Sculpture, 30. Increase Staffing for Vision Zero, 31. Budget Referral Traffic Calming or Traffic Circle at 62nd Street and King, 32. Resolution Full Parity Mental Health Patients, Clinicians at Kaiser, 33. Budget Referral Solano Revitalization, 34. Oppose AB-1356 Cannabis, 35. Budget Referral Paid Internships, 36. Support Renters Rights Bills, 37. Support SB 212, SB 641 Rank Choice Voting, 38. Support ADA-6 Voting Rights Parolees, Action: 39. Proosed Budget 2020-2021, 40. Council recommendations for proposed budget, 41. Hourly Fee Increase Traffic Engineering & Transportation Divisions, 42. Economic Dashboards, 43. Fee Increase Rental Housing Safety Program, 44. Tax Exemption on Federal Research Grants, 45.Direct City Manager to Place a Moratorium Shared Sidewalk Policy until homeless response system designed, created, implemented, 46. Referral to Public Works to Rename Harold Way to Dalai Lama Way, 47. ZAB Appeal 1444 Fifth St. Information Reports: 48. Short term Rentals, 49. IT, 50. Kiosks and Accessibility Obstacles
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Agenda_Committee__2019_Index.aspx
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The Adeline Corridor Specific Plan (Draft Plan) and Draft Environmental Impact Report (DEIR) are available for review and comment https://www.cityofberkeley.info/AdelineCorridor/
Two in person public meetings on the plan are scheduled.
Community meeting - May 29, 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm at the South Berkeley Senior Center 2939 Ellis. Planning Commission - June 5, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm at the South Berkeley Senior Center 2939 Ellis
To comment email [email protected] on or before July 1, 2019, 5:00 pm.
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*Agenda Committee Unfinished business for scheduling – 1. a.&b. U1 Funds for Property Acquisition at 1001, 1007, 1011 University, 1925 Ninth Street, 2. Revisions to Ordinance 7,521 BMC. To increase compliance with short-term rental ordinance, 3. Disposition City-owned Former Redevelopment Agency Properties at 1631 & 1654 Fifth St, 4. Economic Dashboards, 5. Referral to City Manager and budget for creation of “vehicle dweller program”
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LAND USE
Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
2700 Tenth – Pardee Parking Lot - 4-30-2017
1444 Fifth St – 4 single family dwellings - 5-14-2019
Notice of Decision (NOD) With End of Appeal Period
none
Remanded to ZAB or LPC With 90-Day Deadline
1155-73 Hearst (develop 2 parcels) – referred back to City Council – to be scheduled
2701 Shattuck (construct 5-story mixed-use building) – ZAB 6-30-2019
WORKSHOPS
June 18 –Green Stormwater Infrastructure, Arts and Culture Plan
Sept 17 –UC Berkeley Student Housing Plan, Zero Waste Rate Review, Adeline Corridor Plan
Oct 22 – Berkeley’s 2020 Vision Update, Census 2020 Update, Short term Rentals
Nov 5 - Transfer Station Feasibility Study, Vision Zero Action Plan,
Unscheduled – Cannabis Health Considerations
Unscheduled PRESENTATIONS
May 28 – tentative EBMUD presentation
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To Check For Regional Meetings with Berkeley Council Appointees go to
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Committee_and_Regional_Body_Appointees.aspx
To check for Berkeley Unified School District Board Meetings go to
https://www.berkeleyschools.net/schoolboard/board-meeting-information/
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This meeting list is also posted on the Sustainable Berkeley Coalition website.
http://www.sustainableberkeleycoalition.com/whats-ahead.html and in the Berkeley Daily Planet under activist’s calendar http://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
When notices of meetings are found that are posted after Friday 5:00 pm they are added to the website schedule https://www.sustainableberkeleycoalition.com/whats-ahead.html and preceded by LATE ENTRY
Worth Noting:
SATURDAY AND SUNDAY - Himalayan Fair – CANCELED DUE TO RAIN
Monday - Malcolm X is a City Holiday. The rest of the week is packed.
Tuesday evening – At 7 pm two meetings Wildfire Preparedness at Northbrae Church and Adeline Corridor Plan Presentation at South Berkeley Senior Center
Wednesday evening – 5 pm Redesign of the Transfer Station (Recycling Center) and I-80 Interchange at 6:30 pm
Thursday afternoon – 2 pm City Council Budget and Finance Committee – proposed budget FY 2020 & FY 2021
Saturday afternoon – 2 pm, If you missed the May 14 presentation on Fire Evacuation, it is repeated May 25.
Sunday, May 19, 2019
- Himalayan Fair – CANCELED DUE TO RAIN
- Roses in Bloom Acoustical Series, 3 – 5 pm at Rose Garden – no notice of cancellation yet https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=16112
- Tax the Rich Rally, with music by Occupella, 5 – 6 pm at the Top of Solano in front of the Closed Oaks Theater, Rain Cancels
- Wildfire Preparedness Forum - Defensible Space, Fuel Mitigation, Fire Breaks, Evacuations and Household Preparedness, 7 – 9:30 pm, 941 the Alameda, Northbrae Church https://www.cityofberkeley.info/City_Manager/Press_Releases/2019/2019-04-30_Meetings_to_prepare_for_wildfire_evacuations.aspx
- CORRECTION - Meeting Tuesday - 4x4 Joint Committee on Housing City Council/Rent Stabilization Board, 3 pm, at 2180 Milvia, 1st Floor Cypress Conf Room, Agenda: 5. Trust-Owned Golden Duplex, 6. Prohibit Housing Discrimination Based on Source of Income, 7. Update Enforcement BMC 19.50 – Elevators, 8. Update Short-Term Rental Ordinance, 9. Update Demolition Ordinance. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/4x4_Committee_Homepage.aspx
- Community Environmental Advisory Commission – Subcommittee Departmental Coordination for Environmental Protection, 6 pm at 2000 University, Au Coquelet, Agenda: Letter to request environmental disaster prevention officer https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Community_Environmental_Advisory_Commission/
- Mental Health Commission, at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
- 5 pm - Diversity Subcommittee - Workplan
- 6 pm - Site Visit Subcommittee – Discuss Sites & Review Priorities https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Mental_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Planning Commission – Adeline Corridor Specific Plan Subcommittee, 7 – 10 pm at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Draft Adeline Corridor Plan and DEIR
- https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Solano Avenue Business Improvement District Advisory Board, 11 am, at 1821 Catalina Ave, Thousand Oaks Baptist Church. NO Agenda Posted
- https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Solano_BID_Board.aspx
- I-80/Ashby Interchange Improvement Project, 6:30 – 8:30 pm, 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: public input to planning upgrades and changes to improve interchange efficiency, safety and accessibility www.i80Ashby.com
- Cannabis Commission – Ordinance Subcommittee, 3 – 5pm, 2180 Milvia St, 1st Floor Cypress Conf Room https://www.cityofberkeley.info/MedicalCannabis/
- Commission on the Status of Women, 6:45 – 9 pm at 2180 Milvia, Cypress Room, Agenda: 5. Presentation by Leslie Berkler, Executive Director, Women’s Daytime Drop-in Center, 9. Update Equal Pay Independent Audit https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_the_Status_of_Women_Homepage.aspx
- Disaster and Fire Safety Commission, 7 – 9 pm at 997 Cedar St, Fire Department Training Center, Agenda: 3. Recommendation Measure GG Tax Rate Adjustment, 6. Cal Fire Reduction Priorities Report, 7. Outdoor Public Warning System, 8. Local Composting of Vegetative Fuel Sources to Mitigate Fire Hazard, 9. Fire Prevention and Fire Hardening of Structures https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Disaster_and_Fire_Safety_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Energy Commission, 6:30 – 8:30 pm at 1947 Center St, Sika Spruce Room, Agenda: 4. Natural Gas Ban, 6. Fossil Fuel Report Supplement and Climate Action Fund, 8. BESO evaluation, 8. EV Roadmap https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Energy_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Joint Subcommittee for the Implementation of State Housing Laws, 7 – 9 pm at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Room, Agenda: 9. Presentation on Density Study, 10. Presentation on existing build-out conditions, 11. Local Density Bonus: Incentives to Provide On-site Affordable Housing, 12. Objective Standards https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Joint_Subcommittee_for_the_Implementation_of_State_Housing_Laws_Homepage.aspx
- Police Review Commission, 7 – 10 pm, at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: 9. a.Consider endorsing SB 233, b. Stop Data, 10. a. Review Lexipol Policy 415 Immigration Law, b. Surveillance Use Policies https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Public Works Commission – Undergrounding Subcommittee, 4 pm at 1947 Center St, 4th Floor, Agenda: 3. Work to date and future work https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Public_Works_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Zero Waste Redesign Transfer Station Workshop, 5 - 7 pm, at 1125 University, Berkeley Public Library – West Branch https://www.cityofberkeley.info/City_Manager/Press_Releases/2019/2019-04-25_May_22_Workshop__to_reduce_waste,_help_redesign_transfer_station.aspx
- City Council Budget & Finance Committee, 2 pm, at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Conf Room, Agenda: 2. City Manager’s Budget Funding Recommendation FY 2020-2021 https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Budget___Finance.aspx
- Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board – AdHoc Committee on Rent Board technology Issues, 5 pm, 2001 Center St, 2nd Floor Law Library, Agenda: 5. Paperless Agenda Program, 6. City-issued iPads https://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
- Community Health Commission, 6:30 – 9 pm at 2939 Ellis St. South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Presentation 1. City of Berkeley Public Health Division – Dr. Lisa Hernandez, 2. Homelessness – Mary Behm-Steinberg, 3. City of Berkeley, Planning & Development Cannabis Ordinance Phase II – Elizabeth Greene, Discussion Clifford Fred on Air Quality https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Community_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Mental Health Commission, 7 – 9 pm at 1947 Center St, Agenda: 3. Presentation Bonita House, 4. Role of Police in providing mental health services using crisis intervention and de-escalation methods https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Mental_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Police Review Commission, 7 – 10 pm, at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Public Works Commission – Paving Subcommittee, 8 - 9 am at 1947 Center St, NO Agenda posted https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Public_Works_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Regional Climate Emergency Mobilization, 5 pm at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Conf Room http://www.sunflower-alliance.org/toward-a-regional-climate-emergency-mobilization-may-23/
- Zoning Adjustments Board, 7 – 11:30 pm at 1234 Addison, BUSD Board Room, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/ Agenda:
- 2031 Fourth Street – Modify Sierra Nevada Brewing Company Use Permit to expand/add service, outdoor patio, low-level music, food service, hours of operation - Consent
- 1940 Haste Street – relocate 3-story single family residence from 2028 Bancroft to 1940 Haste and move relocated 5-unit residential building to rear of lot and waive 5 parking spaces – Consent
- 2004 and 2006 Cedar – excavate basement and convert to habitable space, expand dwelling unit from 1 to 2-stories – consent
- 2198 San Pablo – demolish existing single story commercial building and construct 6-story mixed use with 3-live/work, 57 dwelling units (including 5-low income)20 parking spaces, 48 bicycle spaces, staff recommend approve
- 3206 College Ave – establish pet store use including grooming, staff recommend approve
- Project Preview - 2352 and 2390 Shattuck – demolish 2 existing commercial buildings, split lot in two, construct 2 8-story mixed use buildings with 209 units (including 15 very low income)
- Board of Library Trustees, 12 noon at 2090 Kittredge, Central Library, Agenda: I.A. FY 2020 Library Tax Rate, B. Proposed Budget FY 2020-2021, https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
- Meeting to Prepare for Wildfire Evacuations and Household Preparedness, 2 - 3 pm, 2940 Benvenue, Claremont Branch Berkeley Library https://www.cityofberkeley.info/City_Manager/Press_Releases/2019/2019-04-30_Meetings_to_prepare_for_wildfire_evacuations.aspx
- Roses in Bloom Acoustical Series, 3 – 5 pm at Rose Garden https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=16112
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Scheduled Construction Activities for Week of May 20, 2019
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Public_Works/Bids_-_Contracts/Construction_Updates.aspx
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Berkeley City Council Agenda for May 28 Council meeting is available for comment. Email [email protected] Consent: 2. One Way Car share transition from pilot to baseline program, 3. Residential Parking football game day – 2nd reading of ordinance, 5. Contract with Townsend Public Affairs for Legislative Advocacy 6-9. Assessments – Business Districts, 10. Bid Solicitations, 11. Appropriations Limit, 12. Security Patrol, 13. 4th July Fireworks/events, 14. Tree Service Contracts, 15. Parks Playground Surfacing and Pathway Repairs, 16. Bus Transportation for Berkeley Day Camp and Recreation Programs, 17. Reject bids-open market Public Safety Building repair 18. Support SB 48 – Right to Shelter, 19. Support HR 40 – Reparation Proposals, 22. Budget Referral Technical Assistance for Succession Planning for Conversions to Worker Cooperatives, 23. West Berkeley Service Center Development, 25. Stop signs Carleton-Fulton, 26. Funding Traffic Safety Alcatraz Ave, 27. Street Lights MLK and Stuart, 28. Study Equity to achieve City Contracting, 29. Lighting William Byron Rumford Sculpture, 30. Increase Staffing for Vision Zero, 31. Budget Referral Traffic Calming or Traffic Circle at 62nd Street and King, 32. Resolution Full Parity Mental Health Patients, Clinicians at Kaiser, 33. Budget Referral Solano Revitalization, 34. Oppose AB-1356 Cannabis, 35. Budget Referral Paid Internships, 36. Support Renters Rights Bills, 37. Support SB 212, SB 641 Rank Choice Voting, 38. Support ADA-6 Voting Rights Parolees, Action: 39. Proosed Budget 2020-2021, 40. Council recommendations for proposed budget, 41. Hourly Fee Increase Traffic Engineering & Transportation Divisions, 42. Economic Dashboards, 43. Fee Increase Rental Housing Safety Program, 44. Tax Exemption on Federal Research Grants, 45.Direct City Manager to Place a Moratorium Shared Sidewalk Policy until homeless response system designed, created, implemented, 46. Referral to Public Works to Rename Harold Way to Dalai Lama Way, 47. ZAB Appeal 1444 Fifth St. Information Reports: 48. Short term Rentals, 49. IT, 50. Kiosks and Accessibility Obstacles
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Agenda_Committee__2019_Index.aspx
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The Adeline Corridor Specific Plan (Draft Plan) and Draft Environmental Impact Report (DEIR) are available for review and comment https://www.cityofberkeley.info/AdelineCorridor/
Two in person public meetings on the plan are scheduled.
Community meeting - May 29, 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm at the South Berkeley Senior Center 2939 Ellis. Planning Commission - June 5, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm at the South Berkeley Senior Center 2939 Ellis
To comment email [email protected] on or before July 1, 2019, 5:00 pm.
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*Agenda Committee Unfinished business for scheduling – 1. a.&b. U1 Funds for Property Acquisition at 1001, 1007, 1011 University, 1925 Ninth Street, 2. Revisions to Ordinance 7,521 BMC. To increase compliance with short-term rental ordinance, 3. Disposition City-owned Former Redevelopment Agency Properties at 1631 & 1654 Fifth St, 4. Economic Dashboards, 5. Referral to City Manager and budget for creation of “vehicle dweller program”
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LAND USE
Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
2700 Tenth – Pardee Parking Lot - 4-30-2017
1444 Fifth St – 4 single family dwellings - 5-14-2019
Notice of Decision (NOD) With End of Appeal Period
none
Remanded to ZAB or LPC With 90-Day Deadline
1155-73 Hearst (develop 2 parcels) – referred back to City Council – to be scheduled
2701 Shattuck (construct 5-story mixed-use building) – ZAB 6-30-2019
WORKSHOPS
June 18 –Green Stormwater Infrastructure, Arts and Culture Plan
Sept 17 –UC Berkeley Student Housing Plan, Zero Waste Rate Review, Adeline Corridor Plan
Oct 22 – Berkeley’s 2020 Vision Update, Census 2020 Update, Short term Rentals
Nov 5 - Transfer Station Feasibility Study, Vision Zero Action Plan,
Unscheduled – Cannabis Health Considerations
Unscheduled PRESENTATIONS
May 28 – tentative EBMUD presentation
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To Check For Regional Meetings with Berkeley Council Appointees go to
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Committee_and_Regional_Body_Appointees.aspx
To check for Berkeley Unified School District Board Meetings go to
https://www.berkeleyschools.net/schoolboard/board-meeting-information/
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This meeting list is also posted on the Sustainable Berkeley Coalition website.
http://www.sustainableberkeleycoalition.com/whats-ahead.html and in the Berkeley Daily Planet under activist’s calendar http://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
When notices of meetings are found that are posted after Friday 5:00 pm they are added to the website schedule https://www.sustainableberkeleycoalition.com/whats-ahead.html and preceded by LATE ENTRY
May 12 - May 19, 2019
Worth Noting:
Much of the action is taking place at the City Council Committee meetings which are scheduled during the daytime. Minutes from Council Committee meetings are very brief and none of the City Council Committee meetings have audio or video recordings.
Monday – 10:30 am City Council Committee meeting on Health, Life Enrichment includes RV Parking, 2:30 pm City Council Agenda planning for May 28 full Council regular meeting
Tuesday – 6 pm Regular City Council meeting, 6 pm – 7 pm Meeting on Preparing for Wildfire evacuation – this program is repeated on May 25
Wednesday – 4:30 pm Transportation Presentation of plan for Sacramento St Addison to Virginia , 7 pm Measure O Oversight
Thursday - 10:30 am City Council Land Use, 7 pm Transportation presentation of Adeline Corridor Plan
Sunday, May 12, 2019
Mother’s Day
Monday, May 13, 2019
Saturday, May 18, 2019
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*Agenda Committee Unfinished business for scheduling – 1. a.&b. U1 Funds for Property Acquisition at 1001, 1007, 1011 University, 1925 Ninth Street, 2. Revisions to Ordinance 7,521 BMC. To increase compliance with short-term rental ordinance, 3. Disposition City-owned Former Redevelopment Agency Properties at 1631 & 1654 Fifth St, 4. Referral to City Manager and budget for creation of “vehicle dweller program”
*Land Use Committee Unscheduled Items – Revolving Loan Fund, Amnesty Program for Legalizing Unpermitted Dwelling Units, Prioritizing Affordable Housing for Homeless
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LAND USE
Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
1444 Fifth St – 4 single family dwellings - 5-14-2019
Notice of Decision (NOD) With End of Appeal Period
1711 MLK Jr. Way (replace commercial space with dwelling) – appeal ends 5-9-2019
Remanded to ZAB or LPC With 90-Day Deadline
1155-73 Hearst (develop 2 parcels) – ZAB 5-19-2019
2701 Shattuck (construct 5-story mixed-use building) – ZAB 6-30-2019
WORKSHOPS
June 18 –Green Stormwater Infrastructure, Arts and Culture Plan
Sept 17 –UC Berkeley Student Housing Plan, Zero Waste Rate Review, Adeline Corridor Plan
Oct 22 – Berkeley’s 2020 Vision Update, Census 2020 Update, Short term Rentals
Nov 5 - Transfer Station Feasibility Study, Vision Zero Action Plan,
Unscheduled – Cannabis Health Considerations
Unscheduled PRESENTATIONS
Cannabis Health Considerations
May 28 – tentative EBMUD presentation
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To Check For Regional Meetings with Berkeley Council Appointees go to
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Committee_and_Regional_Body_Appointees.aspx
To check for Berkeley Unified School District Board Meetings go to
https://www.berkeleyschools.net/schoolboard/board-meeting-information/
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This meeting list is also posted in the Berkeley Daily Planet under activist’s calendar http://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
When notices of meetings are found that are posted after Friday 5:00 pm they are added to the website schedule https://www.sustainableberkeleycoalition.com/whats-ahead.html and preceded by LATE ENTRY
Worth Noting:
Much of the action is taking place at the City Council Committee meetings which are scheduled during the daytime. Minutes from Council Committee meetings are very brief and none of the City Council Committee meetings have audio or video recordings.
Monday – 10:30 am City Council Committee meeting on Health, Life Enrichment includes RV Parking, 2:30 pm City Council Agenda planning for May 28 full Council regular meeting
Tuesday – 6 pm Regular City Council meeting, 6 pm – 7 pm Meeting on Preparing for Wildfire evacuation – this program is repeated on May 25
Wednesday – 4:30 pm Transportation Presentation of plan for Sacramento St Addison to Virginia , 7 pm Measure O Oversight
Thursday - 10:30 am City Council Land Use, 7 pm Transportation presentation of Adeline Corridor Plan
Sunday, May 12, 2019
Mother’s Day
Monday, May 13, 2019
- City Council Health, Life Enrichment, Equity & Community Committee, 10 am, at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Room, Agenda: 2. Brown Act Overview, 3. Reports from Health Housing and Community Services, 4. Ban Racial Discrimination on the Basis of Hairstyle, 5. RV Parking, 6. Air Quality Monitoring, 7. Creation Vehicle Dwellers Governance Body, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Health,_Life_Enrichment,_Equity___Community.aspx
- City Council Agenda and Rules Committee, Monday, 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm, 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Conf Room, Agenda Planning for May 28 City Council meeting, Consent: 3. – 6. Assessments – Business Districts, 7. Bid Solicitations, 8. Appropriations Limit, 9. Security Patrol, 10. 4th July Fireworks/events, 13. Reject bids-open market Public Safety Building repair, 14. Fire Prevention Inspections audit, 16. Support HR 40 – Reparation Proposals, 21. Stop signs Carleton-Fulton, 22. Funding Traffic Safety Alcatraz Ave, 23. Street Lights MLK and Stuart, 24. Study Equity to achieve City Contracting, 25. Cannabis, 26. Paid Internships, 27. Support Renters Rights Bills, 28. Support SB 212, SB 641 Rank Choice Voting, 29. Support ADA-6 Voting Rights Parolees, 30. Proposed Budget 2020-2021, 31. Fee Increase Rental Housing Safety Program, 32. Hourly Fee Increase Traffic Engineering & Transportation Divisions, Action: 33. Economic Dashboards, 34. Council recommendations proposed budget, 35. a.b.&c. Green Stormwater Infrastructure, 36. EBMUD Presentation, 37. West Berkeley Service Center Development, 38. Tax Exemption on Federal Research Grants, 39. Moratorium Shared Sidewalk Policy until homeless response system designed, created, implemented, 40. Lighting William Byron Rumford Sculpture, 41. Increase Staffing for Vision Zero, 42. Rename Harold Way to Dalai Lama Way, 43. Resolution Ful Parity Mental Health Patients , Clinicians at Kaiser, 44. Budge Referral Solano Revitalization, 45. Fire Safety in Existing Live/Work Spaces, 46. Transition to Zero-Waste Refuse Trucks, Information Reports: 47. Short term Rentals, 48. IT, 49. Kiosks and Accessibility Obstacles https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Agenda_Committee__2019_Index.aspx
- Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board – Eviction/Section 8/Foreclosure Committee Meeting, 5 pm, 2001 Center St, Law Library, 2nd Floor, http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
- Peace and Justice Commission, 7 pm at 2180 Milvia, 1st Floor Cypress Room, Agenda: 7. Presentation – African American Holistic Resource Center, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Peace_and_Justice_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Youth Commission, 6:30 pm at 1730 Oregon St, Martin Luther King Jr. Youth Services Center, Meeting listed, No Agenda Posted, No notice of Cancellation https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Youth_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Children, Youth and Recreation Commission, 7 – 9 pm at 2800 Park St, Frances Albrier Community Center at San Pablo Park, listed on Community Calendar but not on website http://www.ci.berkeley.ca.us/Children_Youth_and_Recreation_Commission/
- Tax the Rich Rally, with music by Occupella, 5 – 6 pm at the Top of Solano in front of the Closed Oaks Theater, Rain Cancels
- Berkeley City Council, 1231 Addison Street, BUSD Board Room, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
- 4:30 pm, Closed Session: Agenda: Initiation Litigation Pursuant to Code Section 54956.9(d)(4) a. Rideout matter – Claim No. 0360BC2018, Open Session Reports 54957.1
- 6:00 pm, Regular Meeting: Agenda: Consent: 1. Cannabis ordinance revision, 2. Prohibiting contracting with ICE, 3. FlixBus Agreement, 4. Annual Appropriations ordinance, 5. Section 115 Trust Fund Investments, 6. Mental Health Ambulance Transport Contract $5.6 mil 7. & 8.Public Health services Grant Agreements with (7) Alameda Co. (8) State of CA, 9. Grant Application Essential Access Health, 10. Purchase Order Data Center Upgrade, 11. WiFi Installation 12. Hosted Cloud Storage, 13. Video Streaming, 14. Internet Redundancy, 15. Summer Food Service Program for Berkeley youth, 16. Harrison Park-Gabe Catalfo Fields Renovation, 17. Marina Berth fees. 18. Measure M. Woolsey Street, 19. Parking Enforcement Vehicles, 20. Street Lighting Assessments, 21. On-call Construction Services, 22. & 23. Gilman Railroad Crossing Safety Project, 24. Purchase 11 Ford Police Interceptor Utility, 25. Reappoint Dian Davenport to Board of Library trustees, 26. Declare every 3rd Sunday in May to be Postpartum Justice Day, 27. Recommendation to Install Outdoor Public Warning System (Sirens), 28. From Auditor – Understaffing 911 Dispatchers, 29. Support AB 539 – Fair Credit Act, 30. City Manager Evaluation, 32. Opposition to proposed Title IX revision from Betsy DeVos, 33. Support Charter School Reform Assembly Bills, 34. Refer to Budget – Rebuilding Together, 35. Light Acton and University, 37. Buy Clean Act, 38. Support AB 38 Fire Safety, 39. Traffic Calming, 40. May 15 as Bloody Thursday Remembrance and Commemoration of People’s Park, 41. Budget Referral $125,000 Missing Middle Report, Action: Charges/Fees/Increases (42-47) 48. Budget FY 2020 and FY 2021 Public Hearing #1, 49. One-Way Car Share, 50. Residential Parking Football Game Days, 51. ZAB Appeal – 1444 Fifth Street, 52. a.& b. Fossil Free Berkeley, Mental Health, 53. a.&b. Grant Allocation – Sugar Sweetened Beverages, 54. Extend Winter Shelter April 15 – June 30, 2019, 55. Budget Referral: Remediation Lawn Bowling North Green and Santa Fe Right of Way, 56. Berkeley Marina Area Specific Plan – Hargreaves Assoc. 57. Resolution No U.S. Intervention in Venezuela, Information: 59. RFP Results for Study of Affirmative Action in Berkeley, 61. Residential Preferential Parking https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2019/05_May/City_Council__05-14-2019_-_Regular_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
- Meeting to Prepare for Wildfire Evacuations and Household Preparedness, 6 – 7 pm, 1170 The Alameda, North Branch Berkeley Library https://www.cityofberkeley.info/City_Manager/Press_Releases/2019/2019-04-30_Meetings_to_prepare_for_wildfire_evacuations.aspx
- Police Review Commission – Board of Inquiry Hearing – Closed Session, 5:30 pm, at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Complaint #2448 https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Animal Care Commission, 7 – 9 pm at 1 Bolivar Drive, Berkeley Animal Shelter, Agenda: VI. a. Max number of dogs walked by one person 4 to 8, b. Enforcement signage – Cesar Chavez Park, c. Animal sales, VII. Large dog exercise area, VII. Financials https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Animal_Care_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Commission on Aging, 1 – 3 pm at 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: 4. Presentation: Age Friendly Gateway Continuum, 6. a. Vision Zero https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Aging_Homepage.aspx
- Commission on Labor, 7 – 9 pm at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: 4. 1) Homeless Youth, 2) Fair Workweek,4) Equal Pay draft report, 5. Presentation: Medicare for All-Act, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Labor_Homepage.aspx
- Human Welfare & Community Action Commission, 7 – 9 pm at 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: 3.a. Review Bonita House-Creative Wellness Center, 6. 1000 Person Plan to Address Homelessness, 8. Update West Berkeley Air Quality, 9. Update Alta Bates Closure https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Human_Welfare_and_Community_Action_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Measure O Bond Oversight Committee, 7 pm 2180 Milvia, Cypress Room, Agenda: 7. Role Responsibilities https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Measure_O_Bond_Oversight_Committee.aspx
- Transportation Commission – ACTC/MTC Subcommittee, 4:30 -6:30 pm at 1947 Center St, 4th Floor Dawn Redwood Conf. Room, Agenda: Presentation Sacramento Complete Streets Project – Addison to Virginia https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Transportation_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Organizing for Change sponsored by Gray Panthers with Renters Coalition Living in Subsidized Housing, 1:30 – 3:30 pm at 2870 Adeline Ave, Agenda: Seniors living in subsidized housing on Right to Assemble
- City Council Land Use, Housing & Economic Development Committee, 10:30 am, 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Room, Agenda: 2. Measure O Affordable Housing Bond Planning, Berkeley Qualified Opportunity Fund, to include equity assessment, Office of Economic Development, set standards, set priorities for opportunity zones, 4. Construction Workforce Development Policy, 5. Open Doors Initiative, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Land_Use,_Housing___Economic_Development.aspx
- Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board, 7 – 11 pm, 1231 Addison St, Agenda: 5. Appeal 3050 Stanton St. http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
- Design Review Committee, 7 – 10 pm at 1947 Center St, Basement Multi-purpose Room https://www.cityofberkeley.info/designreview/
- 2398 Bancroft Way @Dana – 8 new Verizon antennas – Committee Decision
- 2176 Kittredge – Preview 7-story mixed-use, 126 dwelling units, ground level retail, underground parking, demolition touchless carwash&gas station – advisory comments
- 2435 San Pablo – 4-story mixed-use, 46 private rooms with communal kitchens on each residential floor, rooftop terraces, 48 bicycle spaces – majority recommendations
- Fair Campaign Practices Commission, 7 pm at 2180 Milvia, Cypress Room, Agenda: 6. Amendments to Berkeley Election Reform Act, 7. Potential violations Greg Magofna, 8. Alleged violations Kate Harrison, 10. Proposed Amendment related to Officeholder Accounts, 11. Discretionary Council Office Budgets, (meeting is Thursday, May 16, not May 10) https://www.cityofberkeley.info/FCPC/
- Open Government Commission, 8 pm at 2180 Milvia, Cypress Room, Agenda: 6. Good Gov Ombudsman, 7. Annual Report, 8. Letter on draft minutes compliance, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/opengovermentcommission/
- Transportation Commission, 7 – 10 pm at 1326 Allston Way, Corp Yard, Building A Willow Room, Agenda: 1. Presentation Draft Adeline Corridor Specific Plan, 2. Lyft/MTC Bike Share Program, 3. Response to Fossil Free Berkeley, 4. Transit First Policy https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Transportation_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Mental Health Commission – Accountability Subcommittee, 1 – 2 pm at 2180 Milvia, Cypress Room, Agenda: Work Plan https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Mental_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Saturday, May 18, 2019
- Sugar-Sweetened Beverage Product Panel of Experts, 6:30 – 9 pm at 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, No Agenda Posted – check before going https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Sugar-Sweetened_Beverage_Product_Panel_of_Experts.aspx
- Luau at Skatepark, 3 – 7 pm at Skate Park https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=16107
- Community Meeting; John Hinkle Improvements, 10:30 am – 12:30 pm at North Branch Library https://www.cityofberkeley.info/uploadedFiles/Parks_Rec_Waterfront/Level_3__-General/John%20Hinkle%20Park%20-%205-18-19%20Meeting%20Notice.pdf
- Roses in Bloom Acoustical Series, 3 – 5 pm at Rose Garden https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=16112
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*Agenda Committee Unfinished business for scheduling – 1. a.&b. U1 Funds for Property Acquisition at 1001, 1007, 1011 University, 1925 Ninth Street, 2. Revisions to Ordinance 7,521 BMC. To increase compliance with short-term rental ordinance, 3. Disposition City-owned Former Redevelopment Agency Properties at 1631 & 1654 Fifth St, 4. Referral to City Manager and budget for creation of “vehicle dweller program”
*Land Use Committee Unscheduled Items – Revolving Loan Fund, Amnesty Program for Legalizing Unpermitted Dwelling Units, Prioritizing Affordable Housing for Homeless
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LAND USE
Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
1444 Fifth St – 4 single family dwellings - 5-14-2019
Notice of Decision (NOD) With End of Appeal Period
1711 MLK Jr. Way (replace commercial space with dwelling) – appeal ends 5-9-2019
Remanded to ZAB or LPC With 90-Day Deadline
1155-73 Hearst (develop 2 parcels) – ZAB 5-19-2019
2701 Shattuck (construct 5-story mixed-use building) – ZAB 6-30-2019
WORKSHOPS
June 18 –Green Stormwater Infrastructure, Arts and Culture Plan
Sept 17 –UC Berkeley Student Housing Plan, Zero Waste Rate Review, Adeline Corridor Plan
Oct 22 – Berkeley’s 2020 Vision Update, Census 2020 Update, Short term Rentals
Nov 5 - Transfer Station Feasibility Study, Vision Zero Action Plan,
Unscheduled – Cannabis Health Considerations
Unscheduled PRESENTATIONS
Cannabis Health Considerations
May 28 – tentative EBMUD presentation
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To Check For Regional Meetings with Berkeley Council Appointees go to
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Committee_and_Regional_Body_Appointees.aspx
To check for Berkeley Unified School District Board Meetings go to
https://www.berkeleyschools.net/schoolboard/board-meeting-information/
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This meeting list is also posted in the Berkeley Daily Planet under activist’s calendar http://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
When notices of meetings are found that are posted after Friday 5:00 pm they are added to the website schedule https://www.sustainableberkeleycoalition.com/whats-ahead.html and preceded by LATE ENTRY
May 5 - May 12, 2019
Worth Noting:
Budget: May 1 and 3 in two all day meetings the City Departments presented their budget requests for Fiscal Year 2020 and 2021 with a total of $13 million in budget request increases. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Budget___Finance.aspx
The proposed budget is being presented Tuesday, May 7 at 6 pm. The first Public Hearing is May 14. The City Council vote to adopt the budget is June 25.
Monday – 10:30 am – The Berkeley City Council Public Safety Committee is meeting on Police Stop Data collection and analysis
Thursday – 2 pm City Council Budget Committee City Manager to present proposed budget. 6 pm – There is a City Council Special meeting at Longfellow Auditorium on Housing Development at North Berkeley BART
Saturday – LATE ENTRY - City Council Retreat 9 am at Brower Center
McGee Spaulding Neighbors in Action is sponsoring a Town Hall with Kate Harrison
Sunday, May 5, 2019
- Bay Area Book Festival https://www.baybookfest.org
- ALERT LATE ENTRY - First meeting - Homeless Services Panel of Experts, May 6, 7 pm, 2180 Milvia, 1st floor Cypress Room https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Homeless_Services_Panel_of_Experts.aspx
- Berkeley City Council Public Safety Committee, 10:30 am, at 2180 Milvia, 1st Floor Cypress Conf Room, Agenda: Berkeley Police Department (BPD) Stop Data – review and provide feedback on BPD responses to inter-related Council and PRC referrals, reports, recommendations, including Center for Policing Equity recommendations, no new stop data is included in packet. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Public_Safety.aspx
- Personnel Board, 7 – 9 pm, 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Conference Room, Agenda: V. a.&b. Request for Extension of Temporary Staff Attorney and Hearing Examiner, VI. Recommendation to Revise Classifications of Police Officer Recruit, Police Officer, Sergeant, Lieutenant, VII. Recommendation to Revise Fire Apparatus Operator, Classification https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Personnel_Board_Homepage.aspx
- Tax the Rich Rally, with music by Occupella, 5 – 6 pm at the Top of Solano in front of the Closed Oaks Theater, Rain Cancels
- Berkeley City Council, 1231 Addison Street, BUSD Board Room
- 5:00 pm, Closed Session: Agenda: Existing Litigation Pursuant to Code Section 54956.9(d)(1) a. Rideout matter – Claim No. 0360BC2018
- 6:00 pm, Special Meeting: Agenda: 1. FY 2020 and FY 2021 Proposed Budget, 2. Bond Disclosure Training https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Agenda_Committee__2019_Index.aspx
- Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board, 6 – 7:30 pm, 2090 Kittredge, Berkeley Central Library 3rd Floor, Workshop for Landlords – Rent Levels and Allowable Rent Increases, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
- Transportation Commission – Fossil Free Subcommittee, 5:30 – 7:30 pm at 1125 University Ave, West Branch Library Community Meeting Room https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Transportation_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Homeless Commission, 7 – 9 pm at 2180 Milvia, 1st Floor Cypress Room, Agenda: 8. Crime by homeless persons, stigma and impact, 9. Individuals and families identified by BUSD, 10. Homeless Youth, 11. Housing subsidy discrimination, 12. Vehicle encampments, 13. Transportation to shelters and resources, 14. Encampments as homesteading, 15. Employment strategies for the homeless. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Homeless_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Parks and Waterfront Commission, 7 – 9 pm at 2800 Park St, Frances Albrier Community Center, Agenda: 8. Special Events, 10. Southern Waterfront Parking Update, 11. Presentation: Center Street Fountain https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Parks_and_Waterfront_Commission.aspx
- Police Review Commission, 7 – 10 pm, at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: 9. a. charge of Lexipol Subcommittee, b. Lexipol Policies, c. Juneteenth Festival, 10. Policy regarding asking motorists in traffic violation stops if they are on parole or probation and conducting subsequent searches, b. Senate Bill 233 prohibiting arrest of a person for certain sex crimes if that person is reporting sexual assault, human trafficking, or other violent crimes, c. Stop Data Collection, Analysis and Community Engagement. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- City Council Budget & Finance Committee, 2 pm, at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Conf Room, Agenda: City Council Budget Committee City Manager to present proposed budget, Voluntary Time Off on Statewide Election Days for City Employees https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Budget___Finance.aspx
- Berkeley City Council, 6 pm, at Longfellow School Auditorium, 1500 Derby, Agenda: 1. Adopt North Berkeley BART Development Goals and Objectives, 2. North Berkeley BART Design Principles and Conceptual Massing Scenarios https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2019/05_May/City_Council__05-09-2019_-_Special_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
- Community Environmental Advisory Commission, 7 – 9 pm at 1901 Russell St, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library, Agenda: VIII. Discussion/Action 1. Cardboard Recycling Truck Fire, 3. Bird Safety policy, 4. Cigarette Butt Receptacles, 5. Bee City update, 6. Pollutants update, 7. Natural Gas draft Letter http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Community_Environmental_Advisory_Commission/
- Zoning Adjustments Board, 7 – 11:30 pm at 1234 Addison, BUSD Board Room https://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/ Staff recommend approve on all three
- 1155-1173 Hearst Ave – Remanded to ZAB - develop 2 parcels, including substantial rehabilitation of existing 7 dwellings and construction of 6 new units
- 2325 Sixth St – raise 1-story single family dwelling by 9’2” to create new 1676 sq. ft. ground floor dwelling, increase total bedrooms on parcel from 3 to 8, construct 2-story accessory building,
- 2072 Addison – Use permit modification to eliminate all 29 off-street parking spaces and to pay in lieu fee,
- Berkeley City Reduced Service Day
- LATE ENTRY - Berkeley City Council, 9 am, at David Brower Center, Tamalpais Room, 2150 Allston Way, Agenda: Council all day retreat https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2019/05_May/City_Council__05-11-2019_-_Special_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
- Town Hall with Kate Harrison District 4 Sponsored by McGee Spaulding Neighbors in Action, 9:30 -9:45 am social, 9:45 - 10:50 am Town Hall, University Terrace Common Room, entrance to Common Room from Jefferson parking lot between Allston and Addison, MSNIA meeting follows Town Hall,
- Hat’s & High Tea Mother’s Day Event, 11 am – 2 pm at Rose Garden https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=16111
- Community Yard Sale and Craft Fair, 11 am – 3 pm at James Kenney Recreation Center, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=16109
- 12th Annual Kids Triathlon, 8 am – 12 pm at King Pool https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=16108
- No City meetings or events found
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Berkeley City Council May14 Meeting Agenda available for comment. Email [email protected], Consent: 1. Cannabis ordinance revision, 2. Prohibiting contracting with ICE, 3. FlixBus Agreement, 4. Annual Appropriations ordinance, 5. Section 115 Trust Fund Investments, 6. Mental Health Ambulance Transport Contract $5.6 mil 7. & 8.Public Health services Grant Agreements with (7) Alameda Co. (8) State of CA, 9. Grant Application Essential Access Health, 10. Purchase Order Data Center Upgrade, 11. WiFi Installation 12. Hosted Cloud Storage, 13. Video Streaming, 14. Internet Redundancy, 15. Summer Food Service Program for Berkeley youth, 16. Harrison Park-Gabe Catalfo Fields Renovation, 17. Marina Berth fees. 18. Measure M. Woolsey Street, 19. Parking Enforcement Vehicles, 20. Street Lighting Assessments, 21. On-call Construction Services, 22. & 23. Gilman Railroad Crossing Safety Project, 24. Purchase 11 Ford Police Interceptor Utility, 25. Reappoint Dian Davenport to Board of Library trustees, 26. Declare every 3rd Sunday in May to be Postpartum Justice Day, 27. Recommendation to Install Outdoor Public Warning System (Sirens), 28. From Auditor – Understaffing 911 Dispatchers, 29. Support AB 539 – Fair Credit Act, 30. City Manager Evaluation, 32. Opposition to proposed Title IX revision from Betsy DeVos, 33. Support Charter School Reform Assembly Bills, 34. Refer to Budget – Rebuilding Together, 35. Light Acton and University, 37. Buy Clean Act, 38. Support AB 38 Fire Safety, 39. Traffic Calmin, 40. May 15 as Bloody Thursday Remembrance and Commemoration of People’s Park, 41. Budget Referral $125,000 Missing Middle Report, Action: Charges/Fees/Increases (42-47) 48. FY 2020 and FY 2021 Public Hearing #1, 49. One-Way Car Share, 50. Residential Parking Football Game Days, 51. ZAB Appeal – 1444 Fifth Street, 52. a.& b. Fossil Free Berkeley, Mental Health, 53. a.&b. Grant Allocation – Sugar Sweetened Beverages, 54. Extend Winter Shelter April 15 – June 30, 2019, 55. Budget Referral: Remediation Lawn Bowling North Green and Santa Fe Right of Way, 56. Berkeley Marina Area Specific Plan – Hargreaves Assoc. 57. Resolution No U.S. Intervention in Venezuela
Information: 59. RFP Results for Study of Affirmative Action in Berkeley, 61. Residential Preferential Parking
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2019/05_May/City_Council__05-14-2019_-_Regular_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
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*Agenda Committee Unfinished business for scheduling – 1. a.&b. U1 Funds for Property Acquisition at 1001, 1007, 1011 University, 1925 Ninth Street, 2. Revisions to Ordinance 7,521 BMC. To increase compliance with short-term rental ordinance, 3. Disposition City-owned Former Redevelopment Agency Properties at 1631 & 1654 Fifth St, 4. Economic Dashboards, 5. Referral to City Manager and budget for creation of “vehicle dweller program”
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LAND USE
Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
2700 Tenth – Pardee Parking Lot - 4-30-2017
1444 Fifth St – 4 single family dwellings - 5-14-2019
Notice of Decision (NOD) With End of Appeal Period
none
Remanded to ZAB or LPC With 90-Day Deadline
1155-73 Hearst (develop 2 parcels) – ZAB 5-19-2019
2701 Shattuck (construct 5-story mixed-use building) – ZAB 6-30-2019
WORKSHOPS
June 18 –Green Stormwater Infrastructure, Arts and Culture Plan
Sept 17 –UC Berkeley Student Housing Plan, Zero Waste Rate Review, Adeline Corridor Plan
Oct 22 – Berkeley’s 2020 Vision Update, Census 2020 Update, Short term Rentals
Nov 5 - Transfer Station Feasibility Study, Vision Zero Action Plan,
Unscheduled – Cannabis Health Considerations
Unscheduled PRESENTATIONS
May 1 and 3 @ Budget Committee – Parks, Recreation, and Waterfront CIP Update, Public Works CIP Update
May 28 – tentative EBMUD presentation
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To Check For Regional Meetings with Berkeley Council Appointees go to
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Committee_and_Regional_Body_Appointees.aspx
To check for Berkeley Unified School District Board Meetings go to
https://www.berkeleyschools.net/schoolboard/board-meeting-information/
_____________________
This meeting list is also posted on the Sustainable Berkeley Coalition website.
http://www.sustainableberkeleycoalition.com/whats-ahead.html and in the Berkeley Daily Planet under activist’s calendar http://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
When notices of meetings are found that are posted after Friday 5:00 pm they are added to the website schedule https://www.sustainableberkeleycoalition.com/whats-ahead.html and preceded by LATE ENTRY
April 28 - May 5, 2019
Worth Noting:
The meeting list looks daunting with several meetings with heavy agendas, however, there are meetings worth attending.
Monday – 7 pm - The first meeting on oversight of the Berkeley Housing Bond Measure O includes the presentation on Affordable Housing Financing.
Tuesday – City Council starts at 4:30 and will be voting on the 1000 Person Plan which is the City Plan for addressing homelessness.
Wednesday and Friday 9:30 am – 4:00 pm are the Budget Presentations at the Budget Committee
Thursday - 2 pm – City Council Facilities Committee will be reviewing the ordinance to prohibit natural gas in new construction
Saturday – 11 am - Kate Harrison and Ben Bartlett will explain how EBCE – East Bay Community Energy works and answer questions. 7:00 pm - Green New Deal Town Hall is at the Berkeley Fellowship of Unitarian Universalists.
Sunday, April 28, 2019 - Eastern Orthodox Easter
*Agenda Committee Unfinished business for scheduling – 1. a.&b. U1 Funds for Property Acquisition at 1001, 1007, 1011 University, 1925 Ninth Street, 2. Revisions to Ordinance 7,521 BMC. To increase compliance with short-term rental ordinance, 3. Disposition City-owned Former Redevelopment Agency Properties at 1631 & 1654 Fifth St, 4. Economic Dashboards, 5. Referral to City Manager and budget for creation of “vehicle dweller program”
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NORTH BERKELY BART DEVELOPMENT
City Council Special Meeting, 6 pm, May 9, at Longfellow Middle School – watch calendar for updates
_____________________
LAND USE
Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
2700 Tenth – Pardee Parking Lot - 4-30-2017
1444 Fifth St – 4 single family dwellings - 5-14-2019
Notice of Decision (NOD) With End of Appeal Period
none
Remanded to ZAB or LPC With 90-Day Deadline
1155-73 Hearst (develop 2 parcels) – ZAB 5-19-2019
2701 Shattuck (construct 5-story mixed-use building) – ZAB 6-30-2019
WORKSHOPS
May 7 – Proposed FY 2020-FY 2021 Budget, Bond Disclosure Training
June 18 –Green Stormwater Infrastructure, Arts and Culture Plan
Sept 17 –UC Berkeley Student Housing Plan, Zero Waste Rate Review, Adeline Corridor Plan
Oct 22 – Berkeley’s 2020 Vision Update, Census 2020 Update, Short term Rentals
Nov 5 - Transfer Station Feasibility Study, Vision Zero Action Plan,
Unscheduled – Cannabis Health Considerations
Unscheduled PRESENTATIONS
May 1 and 3 @ Budget Committee – Parks, Recreation, and Waterfront CIP Update, Public Works CIP Update
May 28 – tentative EBMUD presentation
________________________
To Check For Regional Meetings with Berkeley Council Appointees go to
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Committee_and_Regional_Body_Appointees.aspx
To check for Berkeley Unified School District Board Meetings go to
https://www.berkeleyschools.net/schoolboard/board-meeting-information/
_____________________
This meeting list is also posted in the Berkeley Daily Planet under activist’s calendar http://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
When notices of meetings are found that are posted after Friday 5:00 pm they are added to the website schedule https://www.sustainableberkeleycoalition.com/whats-ahead.html and preceded by LATE ENTRY
Worth Noting:
The meeting list looks daunting with several meetings with heavy agendas, however, there are meetings worth attending.
Monday – 7 pm - The first meeting on oversight of the Berkeley Housing Bond Measure O includes the presentation on Affordable Housing Financing.
Tuesday – City Council starts at 4:30 and will be voting on the 1000 Person Plan which is the City Plan for addressing homelessness.
Wednesday and Friday 9:30 am – 4:00 pm are the Budget Presentations at the Budget Committee
Thursday - 2 pm – City Council Facilities Committee will be reviewing the ordinance to prohibit natural gas in new construction
Saturday – 11 am - Kate Harrison and Ben Bartlett will explain how EBCE – East Bay Community Energy works and answer questions. 7:00 pm - Green New Deal Town Hall is at the Berkeley Fellowship of Unitarian Universalists.
Sunday, April 28, 2019 - Eastern Orthodox Easter
- Peoples Park 50th Anniversary, 1-5 pm
- Berkeley City Council – Agenda & Rule Committee - POST MEETING REPORT NOTES IN PURPLE AND CAPS, 2:30 pm, at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Conf Room, Agenda Planning for May 14 City Council meeting: Consent: 3. Annual Appropriations ordinance, 5.& 6. Public Health services Grant Agreements with (5) Alameda Co. (6) State of CA, 7. Grant Application Essential Access Health, 8. Purchase Order Data Center Upgrade, 9. WiFi Installation 10. Hosted Cloud Storage, 11. Video Streaming, 12. Internet Redundancy, 13. Summer Food Service Program for Berkeley youth, 14. Harrison Park-Gabe Catalfo Fields Renovation, 15. Marina Berth fees. 16. Measure M. Woolsey Street, 17. Parking Enforcement Vehicles, 18. Street Lighting Assessments, 19. On-call Construction Services, 20. & 21. Gilman Railroad Crossing Safety Project, 22. Purchase 11 Ford Police Interceptor Utility, 23. Reappoint Dian Davenport to Board of Library trustees, 24. Declare every 3rd Sunday in May to be Postpartum Justice Day, 25. Recommendation to Install Outdoor Public Warning System (Sirens) LEAVE ON CONSENT AND REFER TO BUDGET PROCESS, PLACE ON BERKELEY CONSIDERS FOR PUBLIC RESPONSE, 26. From Auditor – Understaffing 911 Dispatchers, 27. Support AB 539 – Fair Credit Act, 29. Support Charter School Reform Assembly Bills, 30. Refer to Budget – Rebuilding Together - REVISION ADDED< ARREGUIN< WENGRAF SIGNED ON, 31. Light Acton and University 33. Support AB 38 Fire Safety, Action: Charges/Fees/Increases (34-39) 34. Mental Health, 35. Public Health Clinic, 36. Ambulance, 37. Camp Program, 38. Marina, 39. Land Use Planning Permits, 40. Hearing #1 Proposed Budget FY 2020-2021, 41. One-Way Car Share, 42. Residential Parking Football Game Days, 43. ZAB Appeal – 1444 Fifth Street, 44. SHORT TERM REFERRAL PROCESS REFERRED TO MAY 11. 45.Independent Equal Pay Audit - CONTINUE 60 DAYS, 46 a.& b. Fossil Free Berkeley - AT COUNCIL REFER TO CITY COUNCIL FACILITIES COMMITTEE, 47. Mr. Leonard Powell a.staff, b.Peace and Justice Commission & c. City Manager - CONTINUE TO JUNE 11 , 48. Socially Responsible Investment - CONTINUE FOR 60 DAYS, 49. a.&b. Grant Allocation – Sugar Sweetened Beverages MOVE 49. A. TO CONSENT AT MEETING, 50. Performance Evaluation Process City Manager, 51. Extend Winter Shelter April 15 – June 30, 2019, 52. Budget Referral Remediation of Lawn Bowling and Santa Fe Right-of-Way for housing - REQUIRES BALLOT INITIATIVE, 53. Opposition Revision Title IX - MOVE TO CONSENT, 54. Support Buy Clean CA Act - MOVE TO CONSENT, ADDED TO AGENDA FROM RIGEL ROBINSON ITEM TO DESIGNATE MAY 15 AS DAY OF BLOODY THURSDAY REMEMBRANCE AND COMMEMORATION OF PEOPLE'S PARK https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Agenda_Committee__2019_Index.aspx
- Berkeley City Council – Closed Session, 4 pm, at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Conf Room, Agenda: Conference with Legal Counsel 1. anticipated litigation one case, significant exposure Code Section 54956.9(d)(2):, 2. Initiation of litigation one case Code section 54956.9(d)(4): ANNOUNCED - THE CITY OF BERKELEY IS INITIATING LITIGATION AGAINST UC BERKELEY - THE UPPER HEARST PROJECT, UPPER HEARST PROJECT EIR.
- Measure O Oversight Committee, 7 pm, POST MEETING REPORT NOTES IN PURPLE AND CAPS, at 2180 Milvia, 1st Floor Cypress Room, Agenda: (first meeting), 6. Overview 7. Presentation – Affordable Housing Financing in Berkeley and Measure O Bond, 8. Measure O Priorities, PERSONS FROM NON-PROFITS OUTNUMBERED OTHER ATTENDEES, JOSH DANIELS ELECTED CHAIR, IGOR TREGUB ELECTED VICE-CHAIR - AFFORDABLE HOUSING FINANCING PRESENTATION STUCK CLOSE TO POWER POINT IN PACKET WITH AGENDA, MEASURE O FINANCING INCLUDES UP TO 120% OF AREA MEDIAN INCOME - ONE PERSON $94,126, FAMILY OF FOUR $134,400 https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Measure_O_Bond_Oversight_Committee.aspx
- Town Hall for a Green New Deal, 7 – 9 pm at Moffitt Library Room 101 UC Berkeley, Hosted by Sunrise Movement
- Tax the Rich Rally, with music by Occupella, 5 – 6 pm at the Top of Solano in front of the Closed Oaks Theater, Rain Cancels
- Berkeley City Council, Tuesday, 1231 Addison Street, BUSD Board Room
- 4:30 pm, Special Meeting: Agenda: Action 1. 1000 Person Plan to Address Homelessness, REPORT AND DISCUSSION NO ACTION TAKEN https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2019/04_Apr/City_Council__04-30-2019_Special_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
- 6 – 11 pm, Regular Meeting Agenda: Consent 2. No cost spay, neuter to eligible pet owners, 3. Public Art Guidelines, 4. Berkeley Food and Housing Project, 5. – 8. Software maintenance/support contracts, 9. $1,101,000 contract for Berkeley Marina Area Specific Plan (BMASP) w/Hargreaves Assoc - PULLED TO ACTION AFTER BROUGHT TO COUNCIL ATTENTION THAT INTERNET INFO ON HARGREAVES SHOWS BANKRUPTCY, ARREGUIN TALKED ABOUT HOW THERE WILL BE AN INVOLVED PUBLIC PROCESS, HAHN GAVE PRAISES TO HAVING SUCH A HIGHLY REGARDED INTERNATIONAL CONSULTANT ASSESSING THE PROJECT - POSTPONED TO MAY 14. 10. Charter Bus Services Echo Lake Camp, 11. Proposed Road Projects to utilize CA Transportation funding. 16. Resolution no intervention in Venezuela - MUCH PUBLIC COMMENT AFTER ABSTENTION BY ARREGUIN, ROBINSON, KESARWANI WITH HAHN AND DROSTE NO, PULLED TO ACTION BY HARRISON WITH LANGUAGE CHANGES - POSTPONED TO MAY 14 17. Arreguin as alternate to Budget Committee, 3x3 - PULLED TO ACTION BY DAVILA, 18. $150,000 preplanning BUSD Employee Housing, 19. Max Levine Berkeley Housing Authority Board, 22. Referral to Planning Development of Policies to Prevent Displacement and Gentrification - KESARWANI TRIED TO REFER TO COUNCIL LAND USE COMMITTEE INSTEAD OF REFERRAL TO PLANNING COMMISSION, ARREGUIN OBJECTED AND BARTLETT SAID PLANNING COULD HANDLE IT KESARWANI BACKED OFF LEFT ON CONSENT AS REFERRAL, 23. Good Food Purchasing resolution, 24. Referral Pedestrian Corridors – Street to Plaza, Action: 25. FlixBus – Long distance bus service to the public - PASSED, 26. New Marina Fee So Cove Parking Lots - PULLED BY CITY MANAGER NO NEW MARINA FEE PUBLIC COMMENT - PUBLIC COMMENT: NEW RULES REQUIRE MOVING CAR EVERY 72 HOURS - PARKING WAS IN ORIGINAL AGREEMENT WITHOUT THIS REQUIREMENT, PROCESS SHOULD START WITH THE COMMUNITY, 27. Appeal ZAB 2700 Pardee Parking, 1050 Parker Medical Office Building - ARREGUIN DISCLOSED MULTIPLE CONVERSATIONS WITH THE APPLICANT AND BUSINESSES, KAISER SUBMITTED LETTER OF INTEREST, ROBINSON AND HARRISON SPOKE WITH AUERBACH, 28. Zoning Ordinance Inclusionary Housing Regulation to Contiguous Lots under Common Control or Ownership - COMMENT FROM KATE HARRISON LOOKS LIKE EXISTING LANGUAGE DOES COVER ISSUE RESCHEDULED TO JUNE 11 SO REVIEW OF EXISTING LANGUAGE CAN BE COMPLETED, 29. Feedback to Berkeley Police regarding stop data f/u Policing Equity Report Recommendations - REFERRED TO COUNCIL PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE TO GIVE OPPORTUNITY FOR IN-DEPTH DISCUSSION https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Agenda_Committee__2019_Index.aspx
- City Council Budget & Finance Committee, 9:30 am – 4 pm, at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Conf Room, Agenda: 1. a. Citywide Overview, b. Planning & Development, c. Public Works, d. Parks & Waterfront, 2. Capital Improvement, 3. e. Police, f. IT, 4. Closing Comments https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Budget___Finance.aspx
- Board of Library Trustees, 6:30 pm at 1901 Russell St, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library, Agenda: Contract amendments B. Bibliotheca, C. Sevaa Group, D. Innovative Interface, Inc., https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
- Library Calendar https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org
- Commission on Disability, 6:30 – 9 pm at 1326 Allston Way, Willow Room, Public Works Corporation Yard, Agenda: 2. Navigable Cities, 4. Homeless and wheelchair electric charging, 5. RV Parking, 6. PG&E medical baseline program, 7. Collaboration with Zero Waste Commission, 8. San Pablo Ave. Plan, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Disability_Homepage.aspx
- Planning Commission, 7 – 10 pm at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: 9. Zoning Ordinance Revision Project, 10. Parking discussion https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- City Council Land Use, Housing & Economic Development Committee, 10:30 am, 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Room, Agenda: 2. Measure O, 3. Berkeley Qualified Opportunity Fund https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Land_Use,_Housing___Economic_Development.aspx
- City Council Facilities, Infrastructure, Transportation, Environment & Sustainability Committee, 2 pm, at 2180 Milvia, 1st Floor Cypress Room, Agenda: 2. Prohibit Natural Gas in New Buildings, 3. a.&b. Green Stormwater Infrastructure, 4. Multi-year Bidding for Street Paving, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Facilities,_Infrastructure,_Transportation,_Environment,___Sustainability.aspx
- Cannabis Commission, 2 – 4 pm, 2180 Milvia St, 6th Floor, Agenda: D. Equity Program recommendations https://www.cityofberkeley.info/MedicalCannabis/
- Community Health Commission, 6:30 – 9 pm at 2939 Ellis St. South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Presentations – 1. Public Health Division, 2. African American Holistic Resource Center, Discussion 2. Cannabis Ordinance amendments https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Community_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Housing Advisory Commission, 7 – 9 pm at 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Presentations 5. Rental Housing Safety, 6. MTC Committee to House Bay Area (CASA) Planning Initiative, 7. 1281 University, 8. Bi-Annual Housing Policy Report, 10. Smoke-Free Multi-Unit Housing Ordinance http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Housing_Advisory_Commission/
- Landmarks Preservation Commission, 7 – 11:30 pm at 1947 Center St, Multipurpose Room, Basement, Agenda: 5. A. 2140 Shattuck Ave, Wells Fargo Building – Structural Alteration (exterior) B. 1915 Fourth Street, Spenger’s Fish Grotto – Structural Alteration (exterior) https://www.cityofberkeley.info/landmarkspreservationcommission/
- Public Works Commission, 7 – 10 pm at 1326 Allston Way, Willow Room, City of Berkeley Corporation Yard, no agenda posted, check before going https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Public_Works_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- North Berkeley Senior Center Groundbreaking Ceremony, 1:30 -2 pm, 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center,
- City Council Budget & Finance Committee, 9:30 am – 4 pm, at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Conf Room, Agenda: 1. a. Health, Housing & Community services, b. City Attorney, c. Human Resources, d. City Auditor, e. City Clerk, f. Office of Economic Development, g. Finance, h. City Manager’s Office, 2. Closing Comments https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Budget___Finance.aspx
- Cinco De Mayo, 4 am - 5 pm at 2800 Park, Frances Albrier Community Center https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=16105
- East Bay Community Energy Community Meeting with Kate Harrison and Ben Bartlett, 11 am – 12 pm at 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Learn about new community energy agency, how to opt up to 100% renewable, how to electrify your home and how lower income residents can get help paying for electricity, refreshments provided, http://www.sunflower-alliance.org/east-bay-community-energy-community-meeting-may-4/
- Green New Deal Town Hall, 7 pm, 1924 Cedar St at Bonita, Berkeley Fellowship of Unitarian Universalists, https://www.eastbayexpress.com/oakland/green-new-deal-town-hall/Event?oid=26110385
- Bay Area Book Festival, Berkeley - schedule https://sf.funcheap.com/bay-area-book-festival-literary-block-party-magic-book-castle-berkeley/
- Bay Area Book Festival - https://www.baybookfest.org/schedule/
- Skateboard Contest, 10 am - 3 pm at Skatepark https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=16106
- Bay Area Book Festival, Berkeley - schedule https://sf.funcheap.com/bay-area-book-festival-literary-block-party-magic-book-castle-berkeley/
- Bay Area Book Festival - https://www.baybookfest.org/schedule/
*Agenda Committee Unfinished business for scheduling – 1. a.&b. U1 Funds for Property Acquisition at 1001, 1007, 1011 University, 1925 Ninth Street, 2. Revisions to Ordinance 7,521 BMC. To increase compliance with short-term rental ordinance, 3. Disposition City-owned Former Redevelopment Agency Properties at 1631 & 1654 Fifth St, 4. Economic Dashboards, 5. Referral to City Manager and budget for creation of “vehicle dweller program”
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NORTH BERKELY BART DEVELOPMENT
City Council Special Meeting, 6 pm, May 9, at Longfellow Middle School – watch calendar for updates
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LAND USE
Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
2700 Tenth – Pardee Parking Lot - 4-30-2017
1444 Fifth St – 4 single family dwellings - 5-14-2019
Notice of Decision (NOD) With End of Appeal Period
none
Remanded to ZAB or LPC With 90-Day Deadline
1155-73 Hearst (develop 2 parcels) – ZAB 5-19-2019
2701 Shattuck (construct 5-story mixed-use building) – ZAB 6-30-2019
WORKSHOPS
May 7 – Proposed FY 2020-FY 2021 Budget, Bond Disclosure Training
June 18 –Green Stormwater Infrastructure, Arts and Culture Plan
Sept 17 –UC Berkeley Student Housing Plan, Zero Waste Rate Review, Adeline Corridor Plan
Oct 22 – Berkeley’s 2020 Vision Update, Census 2020 Update, Short term Rentals
Nov 5 - Transfer Station Feasibility Study, Vision Zero Action Plan,
Unscheduled – Cannabis Health Considerations
Unscheduled PRESENTATIONS
May 1 and 3 @ Budget Committee – Parks, Recreation, and Waterfront CIP Update, Public Works CIP Update
May 28 – tentative EBMUD presentation
________________________
To Check For Regional Meetings with Berkeley Council Appointees go to
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Committee_and_Regional_Body_Appointees.aspx
To check for Berkeley Unified School District Board Meetings go to
https://www.berkeleyschools.net/schoolboard/board-meeting-information/
_____________________
This meeting list is also posted in the Berkeley Daily Planet under activist’s calendar http://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
When notices of meetings are found that are posted after Friday 5:00 pm they are added to the website schedule https://www.sustainableberkeleycoalition.com/whats-ahead.html and preceded by LATE ENTRY
April 21 - April 28, 2019
Worth Noting:
Monday the Zero Waste Commission will be discussing changes in accepted plastics for recycling. Since only actions are listed in meeting minutes, this discussion information is only available by attending the meeting,
Tuesday is City Council.
Wednesday the Energy Commission meets at 5:15 pm on building electrification and the Le Conte Neighborhood meeting has the first public discussion of Vision 2050.
Thursday the City Council policy committees on Budget and Finance and Land Use meet.
Last week City staff notified the homeless they will be clearing homeless encampments this week and allow tents only between 10 pm – 7 am. The City Council Presentation on homelessness – the 1000 Person Plan is scheduled for April 30 at 4:30 pm after the evictions.
General information including the Land Use Calendar, tentative schedule of City Council work sessions, boards and commissions delinquent in posting meeting minutes and links to BUSD and regional meetings are posted at the bottom after the summary of next week’s meetings.
Sunday, April 21, 2019 - Easter
City Council April 30 available for comment, Agenda: Consent 2. No cost spay, neuter to eligible pet owners, 3. Public Art Guidelines, 4. Berkeley Food and Housing Project, 5. – 8. Software maintenance/support contracts, 9. $1,101,000 contract for Berkeley Marina Area Specific Plan (BMASP) w/Hargreaves Assoc 10. Charter Bus Services Echo Lake Camp, 11. Proposed Road Projects to utilize CA Transportation funding. 17. Arreguin as alternate to Budget Committee, 3x3, 18. $150,000 preplanning BUSD Employee Housing, 19. Max Levine Berkeley Housing Authority Board, 22. Referral to Planning Development of Policies to Prevent Displacement and Gentrification, 23. Good Food Purchasing resolution, 24. Referral Pedestrian Corridors – Street to Plaza, Action: 25. FlixBus – Long distance bus service to the public, 26. New Marina Fee So Cove Parking Lots, 27. Appeal ZAB 2700 Pardee Parking, 1050 Parker Medical Office Building, 28. Zoning Ordinance Inclusionary Housing Regulation to Contiguous Lots under Common Control or Ownership, 29. Feedback to Berkeley Police regarding stop data f/u Policing Equity Report Recommendations,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Agenda_Committee__2019_Index.aspx
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*Agenda Committee Unfinished business for scheduling – 1. a.&b. U1 Funds for Property Acquisition at 1001, 1007, 1011 University, 1925 Ninth Street, 2. Revisions to Ordinance 7,521 BMC. To increase compliance with short-term rental ordinance, 3. Disposition City-owned Former Redevelopment Agency Properties at 1631 & 1654 Fifth St, 4. Economic Dashboards, 5. Referral to City Manager and budget for creation of “vehicle dweller program”
______________________
NORTH BERKELY BART DEVELOPMENT
City Council Special Meeting, 6 pm, May 9, at Longfellow Middle School – watch calendar for updates
_____________________
LAND USE
Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
1722 Walnut – rescheduled – 4-23-2019
1050 Parker – Parker – Medical Office Building - 4-30-2019 withdrawn
2700 Tenth – Pardee Parking Lot - 4-30-2017
1444 Fifth St – 4 single family dwellings - 5-14-2019
Notice of Decision (NOD) With End of Appeal Period
3212 Adeline (add service distilled spirits) – 4-17-2019
2518 Durant (add service distilled spirits) – 4-17-2019
2300 Shattuck (Structural Alteration) LPC 4-23-2019
1414 Walnut (Structural Alteration) LPC 4-23-2019
Remanded to ZAB or LPC With 90-Day Deadline
1155-73 Hearst (develop 2 parcels) – ZAB 5-19-2019
2701 Shattuck (construct 5-story mixed-use building) – ZAB 6-30-2019
WORKSHOPS
May 7 – Proposed FY 2020-FY 2021 Budget, Bond Disclosure Training
June 18 –Green Stormwater Infrastructure, Arts and Culture Plan
Sept 17 –UC Berkeley Student Housing Plan, Transfer station feasibility Study, Adeline Corridor Plan
Oct 22 – Berkeley’s 2020 Vision Update, Census 2020 Update, Short term Rentals
Nov 5 - Zero Waste Rate Review, Vision Zero Action Plan,
Unscheduled – Cannabis Health Considerations
Unscheduled PRESENTATIONS
May 1 and 3 @ Budget Committee – Parks, Recreation, and Waterfront CIP Update, Public Works CIP Update
May 28 – tentative EBMUD presentation
________________________
To Check For Regional Meetings with Berkeley Council Appointees go to
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Committee_and_Regional_Body_Appointees.aspx
To check for Berkeley Unified School District Board Meetings go to
https://www.berkeleyschools.net/schoolboard/board-meeting-information/
_____________________
Boards and Commission Delinquent in Publishing Meeting Minutes within two weeks of meeting. (page 35 Commissioner’s Manual – Secretary Responsibility)
Board of Library Trustees, meeting March 6, no minutes posted on March 22
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
Children, Youth and Recreation Commission - no minutes posted for 2019 in table, minutes for prior meeting only available with agendas upcoming meeting. meeting March 11, no minutes April 19
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Children_Youth_and_Recreation_Commission/
Commission on Disability, March 6 minutes not available to the public on March 29, note with agenda March minutes will not be available until May meeting packet
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Disability_Homepage.aspx
Community Environmental Advisory Commission - meeting March 14 - no minutes March 29
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Community_Environmental_Advisory_Commission/
Community Health Commission, meeting February 28, no minutes posted March 22, this commission is doing better with March 28 meeting minutes available when checked April 5.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Community_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Parks and Waterfront Commission, meeting 3-13-2019, no minutes on March 29
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Parks_and_Waterfront_Commission.aspx
Peace and Justice Commission, meeting March 4, no minutes on March 29
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Peace_and_Justice_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Commission on Labor, meeting March 20, no minutes on April 5
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Labor_Homepage.aspx
Commission on the Status of Women, meeting March 20, no minutes on April 5, 12, 19
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_the_Status_of_Women_Homepage.aspx
Loan Administration Board, meeting March 18, no minutes on April 5
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Loan_Admin_Board.aspx
Transportation Commission, meeting March 21, no minutes posted April 5
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Transportation_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Youth Commission, meeting listed as occurring March 11, however, no accessible agenda, no minutes, no cancellation notice
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Youth_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Civic Arts Commission - meeting March 27, no minutes April 12
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CivicArtsCommissionHomepage/
Energy Commission - meeting March 27, no minutes April 12
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Energy_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Joint Subcommittee for the Implementation of State Housing Laws - meeting March 27, no minutes April 12, 19
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Joint_Subcommittee_for_the_Implementation_of_State_Housing_Laws_Homepage.aspx
Landmarks Preservation Commission - meeting March 7 no meeting minutes posted April 12, 19, meeting April 4, no minutes posted April 19
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/uploadedFiles/Planning_and_Development/Level_3_-_LPC/LPCAg_2019-04-04.pdf
Solano Avenue Business Improvement District Advisory Board - meeting March 26, no minutes April 12, 19
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Solano_BID_Board.aspx
Sugar-Sweetened Beverage Product Panel of Experts - meeting March 21, no meeting minutes April 12,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Sugar-Sweetened_Beverage_Product_Panel_of_Experts.aspx
City Council - joint meetings with no draft Minutes
City/UC/Student relations Committee - meeting Feb 8, no minutes April 12, 19
4x4 - City Council and Rent Board - Joint Task Force on Housing: Rent Board/City Council - meeting Mar 4, no minutes April 12, 19
3x3 - Berkeley City Council and Berkeley Housing Authority - meeting March 6 no minutes April 12, 19
2x2 - Committee City Council and Board of Education - meeting June 28, 2018 no minutes April 12, 19
This meeting list is also posted in the Berkeley Daily Planet under activist’s calendar http://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
When notices of meetings are found that are posted after Friday 5:00 pm they are added to the website schedule https://www.sustainableberkeleycoalition.com/whats-ahead.html and preceded by LATE ENTRY
Worth Noting:
Monday the Zero Waste Commission will be discussing changes in accepted plastics for recycling. Since only actions are listed in meeting minutes, this discussion information is only available by attending the meeting,
Tuesday is City Council.
Wednesday the Energy Commission meets at 5:15 pm on building electrification and the Le Conte Neighborhood meeting has the first public discussion of Vision 2050.
Thursday the City Council policy committees on Budget and Finance and Land Use meet.
Last week City staff notified the homeless they will be clearing homeless encampments this week and allow tents only between 10 pm – 7 am. The City Council Presentation on homelessness – the 1000 Person Plan is scheduled for April 30 at 4:30 pm after the evictions.
General information including the Land Use Calendar, tentative schedule of City Council work sessions, boards and commissions delinquent in posting meeting minutes and links to BUSD and regional meetings are posted at the bottom after the summary of next week’s meetings.
Sunday, April 21, 2019 - Easter
- No city meetings or events found
- Children, Youth and Recreation Commission, 7 – 9 pm at 2800 Park St, Frances Albrier Community Center at San Pablo Park, Agenda: 8. PRW fee increase, 9. CDBG Grant Presentation https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Children_Youth_and_Recreation_Commission/
- Civic Arts Commission – Grants Subcommittee, 5:30 pm at at 2180 Milvia, Cypress Room, Agenda: 5. Selection review panelists https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CivicArtsCommissionHomepage/
- Mental Health Commission https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Mental_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- 4 pm - Accountability Subcommittee, at 2180 Milvia, Ironwood Room, 2nd Floor, Agenda: 2019 Workplan
- 7 pm - Site Visit Subcommittee, at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Discuss sites
- Youth Commission, 6:30 pm at 1730 Oregon St, Martin Luther King Jr. Youth Services Center, Agenda: 10. Gender Neutral Bathrooms, 12. BHS Green Bins, 15. & 16. Measure Y1 16 &17 year olds voting in School Board elections https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Youth_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Zero Waste Commission, 7 – 9 pm at 1326 Allston Way, Willow Room, City of Berkeley Corporation Yard, Agenda: 8. Deconstruction Subcommittee update, 9. Single Use Foodware and Litter, 10. Modification types of plastics accepted non-bottle #1-#7, 11. Mixed Waste processing https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Zero_Waste_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Tax the Rich Rally, with music by Occupella, 5 – 6 pm at the Top of Solano in front of the Closed Oaks Theater, Rain Cancels
- Berkeley City Council, Tuesday, 1231 Addison Street, BUSD Board Room https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Agenda_Committee__2019_Index.aspx
- 4 pm - Public Hearing Special Meeting, Agenda: July 1, 2019 – June 30, 2020, Annual Action Plan including allocations of Federal Funds to Community agencies, (estimates) $2,626,329 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), Emergency solutions Grant $219,480, Housing Investment Partnerships Program (HOME) $793,509
- 6 pm – 11 pm - Regular Meeting, Agenda: Consent: 10. DNA Testing Services, 11. Paving/Grading contract, 13. Woosley St Project, 19. U1 Funds – 2001 Ashby, 20. Good Government Ombudsman, 21. Zero Emission Bills AB 40, AB 1418, 22. Ordinance Prohibit Contracting with Vendors/Servicers to ICE, 23. Support Public Bank, 25. Co-Sponsor film “Near Normal Man” 27. Support ACA-1, 29. Referral Reform Affordable Housing Mitigation Fee, Action: 31. ZAB appeal 1722 Walnut, 32. Missing Middle Housing Report Referral, 33. Volunteer initiative Adopt a Spot, 34. Standby Officer Policy, 35. Paid Family Leave, 36. Protected Milvia Bikeway Pilot Project University – Allston, Information: 37. Ethical Climate Audit Status Report.
- James Kenney Park Renovation Project, 6:30 - 8 pm, at 1720 8th Street https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=16104
- Civic Arts Commission, 6 – 8 pm at 1901 Russell St, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library, Agenda: 5. Reports b. Measure O, 6. a. 2556 Telegraph, b. Hertogenbosch installation, c. Public Arts Budget https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CivicArtsCommissionHomepage/
- Disaster and Fire Safety Commission, 7 – 9 pm at 997 Cedar St, Fire Department Training Center, Agenda: 1. Report Measure GG, 3. /standards Rebuilt Fire Damage Structure, 4. Preparedness Outreach, 5. Safe Passages, 7. Cal Fire Fuel Reduction Priorities Report https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Disaster_and_Fire_Safety_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Energy Commission, 5:15 pm at 1947 Center St, Multipurpose Room, EBCE Workshop on Energy Reach Codes for Building Electrification https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Energy_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Police Review Commission, 7 – 10 pm, at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: 9. Presentation on City Response to Mental Health Emergencies, 11. a. Next steps – evaluation BPD response to mental health emergencies, b. Lexipol Policies, 14. closed session #2450 https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Le Conte Neighborhood Association, 7:30 – 9 pm, at 2236 Parker, Life Adventist Church, Agenda: Vision 2050, First Time Home Buyer Program, Pro-Democracy Workshop, 2128 Ward St Duplex
- Commission on the Status of Women, 6:45 – 9 pm at 2180 Milvia, Cypress Room, no agenda posted, no meeting date listed on home page and no notice of cancellation
- https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_the_Status_of_Women_Homepage.aspx
- City Council Budget & Finance Committee, 2 pm, at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Room, Agenda: 2. Election Day as a City Holiday, 3. Funding Sources and allocation for Public Works, Parks, Recreation, Waterfront, Street Lighting, Tree Trimming, Traffic Circles, 4. Purchase Order with Carasoft Technology: Using Gerneral Services Administration (GSA) Schedule Data Center Infrastructure and Disaster Recovery 5. Fire Dept Budget Presentation https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Budget___Finance.aspx
- City Council Land Use, Housing & Economic Development Committee, 10:30 am, 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Room, Agenda: 2. Analysis of site capacity for Housing Development at West Berkeley Service Center, 3. North Berkeley BART Zoning and Future Development, 4. Measure O Affordable Housing Bond, 5. Open Doors Initiative First Time Homebuyers https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Land_Use,_Housing___Economic_Development.aspx
- Community Health Commission, 6:30 – 9 pm at 2939 Ellis St. South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda not posted check before going https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Community_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Mental Health Commission, 7 – 9 pm at 1947 Center St, Agenda: 3. Presentation Diversity training, 4. Restraint Devices, 5. 2018 Annual Report https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Mental_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Zoning Adjustments Board, 7 – 11:30 pm at 1234 Addison, BUSD Board Room http://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
- 2100 San Pablo – modify approved permit – reduce parking to add 9265 sq ft floor area,
- 1629 Stuart Unit C – 2nd story addition on lot with 2 unit limit and 3 existing
- Free Smoking Cessation Clinic, 6 – 8 pm, no location given, To register or for more information contact Tino Ratliff: (510) 981-5330 or email [email protected]
- No City meetings or events found
- Skateboard Contest, 12-6 pm at Skatepark https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=16058
- Strawberry Creek Park Renovation Projects – workshops, 10 am – 12 pm, at Corporation Yard https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=16125
- Peoples Park 50th Anniversary, 1-5 pm
City Council April 30 available for comment, Agenda: Consent 2. No cost spay, neuter to eligible pet owners, 3. Public Art Guidelines, 4. Berkeley Food and Housing Project, 5. – 8. Software maintenance/support contracts, 9. $1,101,000 contract for Berkeley Marina Area Specific Plan (BMASP) w/Hargreaves Assoc 10. Charter Bus Services Echo Lake Camp, 11. Proposed Road Projects to utilize CA Transportation funding. 17. Arreguin as alternate to Budget Committee, 3x3, 18. $150,000 preplanning BUSD Employee Housing, 19. Max Levine Berkeley Housing Authority Board, 22. Referral to Planning Development of Policies to Prevent Displacement and Gentrification, 23. Good Food Purchasing resolution, 24. Referral Pedestrian Corridors – Street to Plaza, Action: 25. FlixBus – Long distance bus service to the public, 26. New Marina Fee So Cove Parking Lots, 27. Appeal ZAB 2700 Pardee Parking, 1050 Parker Medical Office Building, 28. Zoning Ordinance Inclusionary Housing Regulation to Contiguous Lots under Common Control or Ownership, 29. Feedback to Berkeley Police regarding stop data f/u Policing Equity Report Recommendations,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Agenda_Committee__2019_Index.aspx
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*Agenda Committee Unfinished business for scheduling – 1. a.&b. U1 Funds for Property Acquisition at 1001, 1007, 1011 University, 1925 Ninth Street, 2. Revisions to Ordinance 7,521 BMC. To increase compliance with short-term rental ordinance, 3. Disposition City-owned Former Redevelopment Agency Properties at 1631 & 1654 Fifth St, 4. Economic Dashboards, 5. Referral to City Manager and budget for creation of “vehicle dweller program”
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NORTH BERKELY BART DEVELOPMENT
City Council Special Meeting, 6 pm, May 9, at Longfellow Middle School – watch calendar for updates
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LAND USE
Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
1722 Walnut – rescheduled – 4-23-2019
1050 Parker – Parker – Medical Office Building - 4-30-2019 withdrawn
2700 Tenth – Pardee Parking Lot - 4-30-2017
1444 Fifth St – 4 single family dwellings - 5-14-2019
Notice of Decision (NOD) With End of Appeal Period
3212 Adeline (add service distilled spirits) – 4-17-2019
2518 Durant (add service distilled spirits) – 4-17-2019
2300 Shattuck (Structural Alteration) LPC 4-23-2019
1414 Walnut (Structural Alteration) LPC 4-23-2019
Remanded to ZAB or LPC With 90-Day Deadline
1155-73 Hearst (develop 2 parcels) – ZAB 5-19-2019
2701 Shattuck (construct 5-story mixed-use building) – ZAB 6-30-2019
WORKSHOPS
May 7 – Proposed FY 2020-FY 2021 Budget, Bond Disclosure Training
June 18 –Green Stormwater Infrastructure, Arts and Culture Plan
Sept 17 –UC Berkeley Student Housing Plan, Transfer station feasibility Study, Adeline Corridor Plan
Oct 22 – Berkeley’s 2020 Vision Update, Census 2020 Update, Short term Rentals
Nov 5 - Zero Waste Rate Review, Vision Zero Action Plan,
Unscheduled – Cannabis Health Considerations
Unscheduled PRESENTATIONS
May 1 and 3 @ Budget Committee – Parks, Recreation, and Waterfront CIP Update, Public Works CIP Update
May 28 – tentative EBMUD presentation
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To Check For Regional Meetings with Berkeley Council Appointees go to
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Committee_and_Regional_Body_Appointees.aspx
To check for Berkeley Unified School District Board Meetings go to
https://www.berkeleyschools.net/schoolboard/board-meeting-information/
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Boards and Commission Delinquent in Publishing Meeting Minutes within two weeks of meeting. (page 35 Commissioner’s Manual – Secretary Responsibility)
Board of Library Trustees, meeting March 6, no minutes posted on March 22
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
Children, Youth and Recreation Commission - no minutes posted for 2019 in table, minutes for prior meeting only available with agendas upcoming meeting. meeting March 11, no minutes April 19
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Children_Youth_and_Recreation_Commission/
Commission on Disability, March 6 minutes not available to the public on March 29, note with agenda March minutes will not be available until May meeting packet
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Disability_Homepage.aspx
Community Environmental Advisory Commission - meeting March 14 - no minutes March 29
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Community_Environmental_Advisory_Commission/
Community Health Commission, meeting February 28, no minutes posted March 22, this commission is doing better with March 28 meeting minutes available when checked April 5.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Community_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Parks and Waterfront Commission, meeting 3-13-2019, no minutes on March 29
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Parks_and_Waterfront_Commission.aspx
Peace and Justice Commission, meeting March 4, no minutes on March 29
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Peace_and_Justice_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Commission on Labor, meeting March 20, no minutes on April 5
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Labor_Homepage.aspx
Commission on the Status of Women, meeting March 20, no minutes on April 5, 12, 19
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_the_Status_of_Women_Homepage.aspx
Loan Administration Board, meeting March 18, no minutes on April 5
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Loan_Admin_Board.aspx
Transportation Commission, meeting March 21, no minutes posted April 5
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Transportation_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Youth Commission, meeting listed as occurring March 11, however, no accessible agenda, no minutes, no cancellation notice
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Youth_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Civic Arts Commission - meeting March 27, no minutes April 12
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CivicArtsCommissionHomepage/
Energy Commission - meeting March 27, no minutes April 12
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Energy_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Joint Subcommittee for the Implementation of State Housing Laws - meeting March 27, no minutes April 12, 19
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Joint_Subcommittee_for_the_Implementation_of_State_Housing_Laws_Homepage.aspx
Landmarks Preservation Commission - meeting March 7 no meeting minutes posted April 12, 19, meeting April 4, no minutes posted April 19
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/uploadedFiles/Planning_and_Development/Level_3_-_LPC/LPCAg_2019-04-04.pdf
Solano Avenue Business Improvement District Advisory Board - meeting March 26, no minutes April 12, 19
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Solano_BID_Board.aspx
Sugar-Sweetened Beverage Product Panel of Experts - meeting March 21, no meeting minutes April 12,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Sugar-Sweetened_Beverage_Product_Panel_of_Experts.aspx
City Council - joint meetings with no draft Minutes
City/UC/Student relations Committee - meeting Feb 8, no minutes April 12, 19
4x4 - City Council and Rent Board - Joint Task Force on Housing: Rent Board/City Council - meeting Mar 4, no minutes April 12, 19
3x3 - Berkeley City Council and Berkeley Housing Authority - meeting March 6 no minutes April 12, 19
2x2 - Committee City Council and Board of Education - meeting June 28, 2018 no minutes April 12, 19
This meeting list is also posted in the Berkeley Daily Planet under activist’s calendar http://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
When notices of meetings are found that are posted after Friday 5:00 pm they are added to the website schedule https://www.sustainableberkeleycoalition.com/whats-ahead.html and preceded by LATE ENTRY
April 14 - April 21, 2019
Worth Noting:
City Council is on Spring Recess until April 22. City Council Agenda for April 23 is available for comment (agenda highlights and link follows calendar)
City Council 1000 Person Plan scheduled for April 30 at 4:30 pm,
General information including the Land Use Calendar, tentative schedule of City Council work sessions, boards and commissions delinquent in posting meeting minutes and links to BUSD and regional meetings are posted at the bottom after the summary of next week’s meetings.
Sunday, April 14, 201
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City Council April 23 meeting available for comment, Agenda: Consent11. Paving/Grading contract, 19. U1 Funds – 2001 Ashby, 20. Good Government Ombudsman, 21. Zero Emission Bills AB 40, AB 1418, 29. Referral Reform Affordable Housing Mitigation Fee, Action: 31. ZAB appeal 1722 Walnut, 32. Missing Middle Housing Report Referral, 33. Volunteer initiative Adopt a Spot, 34. Standby Officer Policy, 35. Paid Family Leave, 36. Protected Milvia Bikeway Pilot Project University – Allston, Information: 37. Ethical Climate Audit Status Report.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Agenda_Committee__2019_Index.aspx
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*Agenda Committee Unfinished business for scheduling – 1. a.&b. U1 Funds for Property Acquisition at 1001, 1007, 1011 University, 1925 Ninth Street, 2. Revisions to Ordinance 7,521 BMC. To increase compliance with short-term rental ordinance, 3. Disposition City-owned Former Redevelopment Agency Properties at 1631 & 1654 Fifth St, 4. Economic Dashboards, 5. Referral to City Manager and budget for creation of “vehicle dweller program”
______________________
NORTH BERKELY BART DEVELOPMENT
City Council Special Meeting, 6 pm (tentative), May 9, at Longfellow Middle School – watch calendar for updates
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LAND USE
Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
WORKSHOPS
To Check For Regional Meetings with Berkeley Council Appointees go to
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Committee_and_Regional_Body_Appointees.aspx
To check for Berkeley Unified School District Board Meetings go to
https://www.berkeleyschools.net/schoolboard/board-meeting-information/
_____________________
Boards and Commission Delinquent in Publishing Meeting Minutes within two weeks of meeting. (page 35 Commissioner’s Manual – Secretary Responsibility)
Board of Library Trustees, meeting March 6, no minutes posted on March 22
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
Children, Youth and Recreation Commission - no minutes posted for 2019 in table, minutes for prior meeting only available with agendas upcoming meeting.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Children_Youth_and_Recreation_Commission/
Commission on Disability, March 6 minutes not available to the public on March 29, note with agenda March minutes will not be available until May meeting packet
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Disability_Homepage.aspx
Community Environmental Advisory Commission - meeting March 14 - no minutes March 29
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Community_Environmental_Advisory_Commission/
Community Health Commission, meeting February 28, no minutes posted March 22, this commission is doing better with March 28 meeting minutes available when checked April 5.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Community_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Parks and Waterfront Commission, meeting 3-13-2019, no minutes on March 29
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Parks_and_Waterfront_Commission.aspx
Peace and Justice Commission, meeting March 4, no minutes on March 29
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Peace_and_Justice_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Commission on Labor, meeting March 20, no minutes on April 5
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Labor_Homepage.aspx
Commission on the Status of Women, meeting March 20, no minutes on April 5
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_the_Status_of_Women_Homepage.aspx
Loan Administration Board, meeting March 18, no minutes on April 5
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Loan_Admin_Board.aspx
Transportation Commission, meeting March 21, no minutes posted April 5
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Transportation_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Youth Commission, meeting listed as occurring March 11, however, no accessible agenda, no minutes, no cancellation notice
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Youth_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Civic Arts Commission - meeting March 27, no minutes April 12
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CivicArtsCommissionHomepage/
Energy Commission - meeting March 27, no minutes April 12
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Energy_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Joint Subcommittee for the Implementation of State Housing Laws - meeting March 27, no minutes April 12
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Joint_Subcommittee_for_the_Implementation_of_State_Housing_Laws_Homepage.aspx
Landmarks Preservation Commission - meeting March 7 no meeting minutes posted April 12
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/uploadedFiles/Planning_and_Development/Level_3_-_LPC/LPCAg_2019-04-04.pdf
Solano Avenue Business Improvement District Advisory Board - meeting March 26, no minutes April 12
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Solano_BID_Board.aspx
Sugar-Sweetened Beverage Product Panel of Experts - meeting March 21, no meeting minutes April 12
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Sugar-Sweetened_Beverage_Product_Panel_of_Experts.aspx
City Council - joint meetings with no draft Minutes
This meeting list is also posted in the Berkeley Daily Planet under activist’s calendar http://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
Worth Noting:
City Council is on Spring Recess until April 22. City Council Agenda for April 23 is available for comment (agenda highlights and link follows calendar)
City Council 1000 Person Plan scheduled for April 30 at 4:30 pm,
General information including the Land Use Calendar, tentative schedule of City Council work sessions, boards and commissions delinquent in posting meeting minutes and links to BUSD and regional meetings are posted at the bottom after the summary of next week’s meetings.
Sunday, April 14, 201
- Egg Dyeing and Water Games – Ages 3-12, 12 – 1:30 pm, at King Pool, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=15749
- Agenda and Rules Committee, Monday, 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm, at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Conf Room, Agenda: Planning for April 30 City Council regular meeting, Consent 2. No cost spay, neuter to eligible pet owners, 3. Public Art Guidelines, 4. Berkeley Food and Housing Project, 5. – 8. Software maintenance/support contracts, 9. $1,101,000 contract for Berkeley Marina Area Specific Plan (BMASP) w/Hargreaves Assoc 10. Charter Bus Services Echo Lake Camp, 11. Proposed Road Projects to utilize CA Transportation funding. 18. New Marina Fee So Cove Parking Lots, 19. FlixBus – Long distance bus service to the public, 20. Appeal ZAB 2700 Pardee Parking, 1050 Parker Medical Office Building, 21. Zoning Ordinance Inclusionary Housing Regulation to Contiguous Lots under Common Control or Ownership, 22. Feedback to Berkeley Police regarding stop data f/u Policing Equity Report Recommendations, Action: 23. Arreguin as alternate to Budget Committee, 24. BUSD Employee Housing, 25. Affordable Housing for Homeless, 26. Inclement Weather Shelter at Old City Hall, 27. Referral to Planning Development of Policies to Prevent Displacement and Gentrification 28. Good Food Purchasing, 29. Referral Pedestrian Corridors – Street to Plaza* https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Agenda_Committee__2019_Index.aspx
- Design Review Committee, 11 am at 2501 Haste Street, Agenda: Review colors, materials for project onsite, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/uploadedFiles/Planning_and_Development/Level_3_-_Commissions/Design_Review_Committee/2018-10-26_DRCF_2501%20Haste_Drawings.pdf https://www.cityofberkeley.info/designreview/
- Loan Administration Board, 12 pm, at 2180 Milvia, 1st Floor, Cypress Room, Agenda: Council referral to Support Worker Owned Cooperatives thru changes to RLF Administrative Plan based on Sustainable Economies Law Center recommendations https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Loan_Admin_Board.aspx
- Tax the Rich Rally, with music by Occupella, 5 – 6 pm at the Top of Solano in front of the Closed Oaks Theater, Rain Cancels
- Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board - Tenant Rights Workshop, 6 – 7:30 pm, at 2090 Kittredge, Central Library, 3rd Floor, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
- Commission on Aging, 1 – 3 pm at 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: 6. Letter to support the Missing Middle, 7. Electric Scooter Share Program, 8. Pedestrian Safety, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Aging_Homepage.aspx
- Human Welfare & Community Action Commission, 7 – 9 pm at 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: 5. Presentation Michael Harank – Positive Behavior, 6. Case of Mr. Leonard Powell, 7. Vacant Housing, 8. Budget Review, 9. 2018 Health Status report, 10. 1000 Person Plan to Address Homelessness, 11. “Baby Bond” https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Human_Welfare_and_Community_Action_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board, 7 – 11 pm, 1231 Addison St, No Agenda posted check before going https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Rent_Stabilization_Board/Home/2019_Board_Meetings.aspx
- Design Review Committee, 7 – 10 pm at 1947 Center St, Basement Multi-purpose Room, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/designreview/
- 2556 Telegraph – demolish existing 2-story commercial building with 16,000 sq ft commercial space and construct 5-story mixed use with 22 dwellings, 2-live work and 5094 sq ft commercial space – committee decision
- 2072 Addison – final review – demolish 1-story commercial and construct 7-story mixed use with 66 dwelling units
- 1951 Shattuck – demolish 2 commercial buildings and construct 120 foot, 12 story mixed use with 5000 sq ft commercial, 156 residential units, 100 space subterranean garage
- Fair Campaign Practices Commission, 7 pm at 2180 Milvia, Cypress Room, Agenda: 7. Proposed Amendments for 2020 election cycle, 8. Reconsider dismissal of Jesse Arreguin alleged violations, 9. Potential violation by Lacey, 10. Draft negotiated stipulation with Droste, 11. Potential violation by Greg Magofina http://www.cityofberkeley.info/FCPC/
- Open Government Commission, 7:30 or 8 pm at 2180 Milvia, 1st Floor, Cypress Room, Agenda: 7. Compliance with draft minutes requirements http://www.cityofberkeley.info/opengovermentcommission/
- Sugar-Sweetened Beverage Product Panel of Experts, 6:30 – 9 pm at 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, No Agenda posted check before going https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Sugar-Sweetened_Beverage_Product_Panel_of_Experts.aspx
- Transportation Commission, 7 – 10 pm at 1326 Allston Way, Corp Yard, Building A Willow Room, Agenda: B.1. Presentation San Pablo Ave Corridor Project, 2. Bike Share Phase 2, 3. Vision Zero update https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Transportation_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- No City meetings or events found
- Earth Day Shoreline Cleanup 9 – 11:30 am at 160 University @ Seawall Dr., Shorebird Park Nature Center https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=16057
- Spring Egg Hunt Extravaganza, 9:30 am – 1 pm, at 2730 Hillegass Ave @ Russell, Willard Park, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=15750
- No City meetings or events found
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City Council April 23 meeting available for comment, Agenda: Consent11. Paving/Grading contract, 19. U1 Funds – 2001 Ashby, 20. Good Government Ombudsman, 21. Zero Emission Bills AB 40, AB 1418, 29. Referral Reform Affordable Housing Mitigation Fee, Action: 31. ZAB appeal 1722 Walnut, 32. Missing Middle Housing Report Referral, 33. Volunteer initiative Adopt a Spot, 34. Standby Officer Policy, 35. Paid Family Leave, 36. Protected Milvia Bikeway Pilot Project University – Allston, Information: 37. Ethical Climate Audit Status Report.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Agenda_Committee__2019_Index.aspx
____________________
*Agenda Committee Unfinished business for scheduling – 1. a.&b. U1 Funds for Property Acquisition at 1001, 1007, 1011 University, 1925 Ninth Street, 2. Revisions to Ordinance 7,521 BMC. To increase compliance with short-term rental ordinance, 3. Disposition City-owned Former Redevelopment Agency Properties at 1631 & 1654 Fifth St, 4. Economic Dashboards, 5. Referral to City Manager and budget for creation of “vehicle dweller program”
______________________
NORTH BERKELY BART DEVELOPMENT
City Council Special Meeting, 6 pm (tentative), May 9, at Longfellow Middle School – watch calendar for updates
_____________________
LAND USE
Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
- 1722 Walnut – rescheduled – 4-23-2019
- 1050 Parker – Parker – Medical Office Building - 4-30-2019 no longer listed on calendar
- 2700 Tenth – Pardee Parking Lot - 4-30-2017
- 1444 Fifth St – 4 single family dwellings - 5-14-2019
- 3212 Adeline (add service distilled spirits) – 4-17-2019
- 2518 Durant (add service distilled spirits) – 4-17-2019
- 2300 Shattuck (Structural Alteration) LPC 4-23-2019
- 1414 Walnut (Structural Alteration) LPC 4-23-2019
- 1155-73 Hearst (develop 2 parcels) – ZAB 5-19-2019
- 2701 Shattuck (construct 5-story mixed-use building) – ZAB 6-30-2019
WORKSHOPS
- May 7 – Proposed FY 2020-FY 2021 Budget, Zero Waste Rate Review, Bond Disclosure Training
- June 18 –Green Stormwater Infrastructure, Arts and Culture Plan
- Sept 17 –UC Berkeley Student Housing Plan, Transfer station feasibility Study, Adeline Corridor Plan
- Oct 22 – Berkeley’s 2020 Vision Update, Census 2020 Update, Short term Rentals
- Nov 5 - Zero Waste Rate Review, Vision Zero Action Plan,
- Unscheduled – Cannabis Health Considerations
- May 1 and 3 @ Budget Committee – Parks, Recreation, and Waterfront CIP Update, Public Works CIP Update
- May 28 – tentative EBMUD presentation
- ________________________
To Check For Regional Meetings with Berkeley Council Appointees go to
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Committee_and_Regional_Body_Appointees.aspx
To check for Berkeley Unified School District Board Meetings go to
https://www.berkeleyschools.net/schoolboard/board-meeting-information/
_____________________
Boards and Commission Delinquent in Publishing Meeting Minutes within two weeks of meeting. (page 35 Commissioner’s Manual – Secretary Responsibility)
Board of Library Trustees, meeting March 6, no minutes posted on March 22
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
Children, Youth and Recreation Commission - no minutes posted for 2019 in table, minutes for prior meeting only available with agendas upcoming meeting.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Children_Youth_and_Recreation_Commission/
Commission on Disability, March 6 minutes not available to the public on March 29, note with agenda March minutes will not be available until May meeting packet
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Disability_Homepage.aspx
Community Environmental Advisory Commission - meeting March 14 - no minutes March 29
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Community_Environmental_Advisory_Commission/
Community Health Commission, meeting February 28, no minutes posted March 22, this commission is doing better with March 28 meeting minutes available when checked April 5.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Community_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Parks and Waterfront Commission, meeting 3-13-2019, no minutes on March 29
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Parks_and_Waterfront_Commission.aspx
Peace and Justice Commission, meeting March 4, no minutes on March 29
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Peace_and_Justice_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Commission on Labor, meeting March 20, no minutes on April 5
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Labor_Homepage.aspx
Commission on the Status of Women, meeting March 20, no minutes on April 5
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_the_Status_of_Women_Homepage.aspx
Loan Administration Board, meeting March 18, no minutes on April 5
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Loan_Admin_Board.aspx
Transportation Commission, meeting March 21, no minutes posted April 5
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Transportation_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Youth Commission, meeting listed as occurring March 11, however, no accessible agenda, no minutes, no cancellation notice
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Youth_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Civic Arts Commission - meeting March 27, no minutes April 12
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CivicArtsCommissionHomepage/
Energy Commission - meeting March 27, no minutes April 12
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Energy_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Joint Subcommittee for the Implementation of State Housing Laws - meeting March 27, no minutes April 12
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Joint_Subcommittee_for_the_Implementation_of_State_Housing_Laws_Homepage.aspx
Landmarks Preservation Commission - meeting March 7 no meeting minutes posted April 12
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/uploadedFiles/Planning_and_Development/Level_3_-_LPC/LPCAg_2019-04-04.pdf
Solano Avenue Business Improvement District Advisory Board - meeting March 26, no minutes April 12
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Solano_BID_Board.aspx
Sugar-Sweetened Beverage Product Panel of Experts - meeting March 21, no meeting minutes April 12
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Sugar-Sweetened_Beverage_Product_Panel_of_Experts.aspx
City Council - joint meetings with no draft Minutes
- City/UC/Student relations Committee - meeting Feb 8, no minutes April 12
- 4x4 Joint Task Force on Housing: Rent Board/City Council - meeting Mar 4, no minutes April 12
- 3x3 Berkeley City Council and Berkeley Housing Authority - meeting March 6 no minutes April 12
- 2x2 Committee City Council and Board of Education - meeting June 28, 2018 no minutes April 12
This meeting list is also posted in the Berkeley Daily Planet under activist’s calendar http://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
April 7 - April 14, 2019
Worth Noting:
City Council is on Spring Recess until April 22.
Wednesday the Police Review Commission starts with review of Lexipol Policies (policing policies) at 5:30 pm followed by the regular meeting at 7 pm.
Thursday the Community Environmental Advisory Commission (CEAC) agenda looks very interesting.
General information including the Land Use Calendar, tentative schedule of City Council work sessions, boards and commissions delinquent in posting meeting minutes and links to BUSD and regional meetings are posted at the bottom after the summary of next week’s meetings.
Sunday, April 7, 201
LAND USE
WORKSHOPS
Unscheduled PRESENTATIONS
To Check For Regional Meetings with Berkeley Council Appointees go to
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Committee_and_Regional_Body_Appointees.aspx
To check for Berkeley Unified School District Board Meetings go to
https://www.berkeleyschools.net/schoolboard/board-meeting-information/
_____________________
Boards and Commission Delinquent in Publishing Meeting Minutes within two weeks of meeting. (page 35 Commissioner’s Manual – Secretary Responsibility)
This meeting list is also posted in the Berkeley Daily Planet under activist’s calendar http://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
Worth Noting:
City Council is on Spring Recess until April 22.
Wednesday the Police Review Commission starts with review of Lexipol Policies (policing policies) at 5:30 pm followed by the regular meeting at 7 pm.
Thursday the Community Environmental Advisory Commission (CEAC) agenda looks very interesting.
General information including the Land Use Calendar, tentative schedule of City Council work sessions, boards and commissions delinquent in posting meeting minutes and links to BUSD and regional meetings are posted at the bottom after the summary of next week’s meetings.
Sunday, April 7, 201
- Ben Bartlett District 3 and Mayor Jesse Arreguin Coffee Chat, 3:30 – 5 pm, at 2517 Sacramento St, MoJoe,
- 350 Bay Area Action Legislative Committee, 1 – 3 pm, at 2530 San Pablo, Sierra Club Bay Chapter Office, limit 30 (small room) – use link to sign-up https://350bayarea.org/event/350-bay-area-action-legislative-committee-meeting
- Agenda and Rules Committee, Monday, 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm, at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Conf Room, Agenda: Planning for April 23 City Council regular meeting, Consent10. Paving/Grading contract, 18. Good Government Ombudsman, 19. Zero Emission Bills AB 40, AB 1418, 26. Referral Reform Affordable Housing Mitigation Fee, Action: ZAB appeal 1722 Walnut, 29. Missing Middle Housing Report Referral, 30. Volunteer initiative Adopt a Spot, 31. Standby Officier Policy, 32. Short Term Referral Process, 33 a.&b. Fossil Free Berkeley, 34. Mosquito Abatement, 35. Air Quality Monitoring, 36. Paid Family Leave, 37. Construction Workforce Policy, U1 Funds 2001 Ashby, 39. Creation Vehicle Dwellers Governance Body, 40. Resolution Public Bank, 41. Protected Milvia Bikeway Pilot Project University – Allston, 42. Referral Amnesty Program Legalizing Unpermitted Dwelling Units, Information: 43. Ethical Climate Audit Status Report. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Agenda_Committee__2019_Index.aspx
- Peace and Justice Commission, 7 pm at 2180 Milvia, 1st Floor Cypress Room, Agenda: 10. 50 year commemoration Peoples Park, 11. Sanctuary Contracting Ordinance, 12. US withdrawal from Intermediate-Range Nuclear Forces Treaty https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Peace_and_Justice_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Tax the Rich Rally, with music by Occupella, 5 – 6 pm at the Top of Solano in front of the Closed Oaks Theater, Rain Cancels
- Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board - IRA/AGA/Registration Committee, 7 – 11 pm, at 2001 Center St, Law Library, 2nd Floor, Agenda: 4. Regulation Streamling project, 5. Tenant Protection Ordinance enforcement, 6. Tenant Opportunity to Purchase legislation https://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
- Community Environmental Advisory Commission – Subcommittee on Bird Safe Berkeley, 6:30 pm at 2000 University, Au Coquelet, Agenda: Draft Proposed Resolution http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Community_Environmental_Advisory_Commission/
- Homeless Commission, 7 – 9 pm at 2180 Milvia, 1st Floor Cypress Room, Agenda: 7. Homeless Youth, Youth Works, First Source, 8. Crime by homeless persons and impact on other homeless and community, 9. Inclusionary Housing over Housing Trust Fund monies for new developments, 10. Housing subsidy discrimination, 11. Input to Council on encampments, peer driven models, expanded shelter access https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Homeless_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Parks and Waterfront Commission, 7 – 9 pm at 2800 Park St, Frances Albrier Community Center, Agenda: 7. Reports, T1, 4th July funding, 8. Special events, 9. Cazadero Camp, 10. Pickleball, 11. Annual Fee Increases, 12. Parking Changes 14. Cannabis special events https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Parks_and_Waterfront_Commission.aspx
- Police Review Commission, at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- 5:30 pm – Lexipol Policies Subcommittee
- 7 – 10 pm – Regular Meeting, Agenda: 8.a. “clear and convincing” standard, 9. a. Mental Health Emergencies – questions to ask BPD and Mental Health Staff, b. Appreciation certificate, c. Consider revising Lexipol Subcommittee
- Community Environmental Advisory Commission, 7 – 9 pm at 1901 Russell St, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library, Agenda: IX. 2. Bird Safety Draft Policy, 3. Cigarette Butt Receptacles, 4. Bee City Initiative, 5. Green Stormwater Infrastructure, 6. Community Reporting of Pollutants, 7. Natural Gas Letter http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Community_Environmental_Advisory_Commission/
- Public Works Commission, 7 – 10 pm at 1326 Allston Way, Willow Room, City of Berkeley Corporation Yard, No agenda posted, check before going https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Public_Works_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- City Reduced Service Day
- San Pablo Park Playground and Tennis Court Renovations Community Meeting, 10 am– 12 pm at 2800 Park St, Frances Albrier Community Center https://www.cityofberkeley.info/uploadedFiles/Parks_Rec_Waterfront/San%20Pablo%20Park%20Playground%20and%20Tennis%20Court%20Renovations%20Community%20Meeting%204-13-19.pd
- Transition Berkeley Open Meeting, 4 – 5:30 pm, at 1901 Russell, Terea Hall Pittman, South Branch Berkeley Public Library, Agenda: 8th Anniversary, nonprofit status, Transition Berkeley activities and projects. https://mailchi.mp/d4943ef8d249/transition-berkeley-digest-4519?e=6456837fb3
- Egg Dyeing and Water Games – Ages 3-12, 12 – 1:30 pm, at King Pool, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=15749
LAND USE
- Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
- 1722 Walnut – rescheduled – 4-23-2019
- 1050 Parker – Parker – Medical Office Building - 4-30-2019 no longer listed on calendar
- 2700 Tenth – Pardee Parking Lot - 4-30-2017
- 1444 Fifth St – 4 single family dwellings - 5-14-2019
- Notice of Decision (NOD) With End of Appeal Period
- 1991 Marin (add new ADU) – 4-8-2019
- 3084 Claremont Ave (outdoor seating) – 4-10-2019
- 3212 Adeline (add service distilled spirits) – 4-17-2019
- 2518 Durant (add service distilled spirits) – 4-17-2019
- Remanded to ZAB or LPC With 90-Day Deadline
- 1155-73 Hearst (develop 2 parcels) – ZAB 5-19-2019
- 2701 Shattuck (construct 5-story mixed-use building) – ZAB 6-30-2019
WORKSHOPS
- May 7 – Proposed FY 2020-FY 2021 Budget, Zero Waste Rate Review, Bond Disclosure Training
- June 18 – Transfer station feasibility Study, Green Stormwater Infrastructure, Arts and Culture Plan
- Sept 17 – Vision Zero Action Plan, UC Berkeley Student Housing Plan, Adeline Corridor Plan
- Oct 22 – Berkeley’s 2020 Vision Update, Census 2020 Update
- Unscheduled – Cannabis Health Considerations
Unscheduled PRESENTATIONS
- May 1 and 3 @ Budget Committee – Parks, Recreation, and Waterfront CIP Update, Public Works CIP Update
- May 28 – tentative EBMUD presentation
To Check For Regional Meetings with Berkeley Council Appointees go to
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Committee_and_Regional_Body_Appointees.aspx
To check for Berkeley Unified School District Board Meetings go to
https://www.berkeleyschools.net/schoolboard/board-meeting-information/
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Boards and Commission Delinquent in Publishing Meeting Minutes within two weeks of meeting. (page 35 Commissioner’s Manual – Secretary Responsibility)
- Board of Library Trustees, meeting March 6, no minutes posted on March 22 https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
- Children, Youth and Recreation Commission - no minutes posted for 2019 in table, minutes for prior meeting only available with agendas upcoming meeting. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Children_Youth_and_Recreation_Commission/
- Commission on Disability, March 6 minutes not available to the public on March 29, note with agenda March minutes will not be available until May meeting packet https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Disability_Homepage.aspx
- Community Environmental Advisory Commission - meeting March 14 - no minutes March 29 http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Community_Environmental_Advisory_Commission/
- Community Health Commission, meeting February 28, no minutes posted March 22, this commission is doing better with March 28 meeting minutes available when checked April 5. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Community_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Parks and Waterfront Commission, meeting 3-13-2019, no minutes on March 29 https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Parks_and_Waterfront_Commission.aspx
- Peace and Justice Commission, meeting March 4, no minutes on March 29 https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Peace_and_Justice_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Commission on Labor, meeting March 20, no minutes on April 5 https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Labor_Homepage.aspx
- Commission on the Status of Women, meeting March 20, no minutes on April 5 https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_the_Status_of_Women_Homepage.aspx
- Loan Administration Board, meeting March 18, no minutes on April 5 https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Loan_Admin_Board.aspx
- Transportation Commission, meeting March 21, no minutes posted April 5 https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Transportation_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Youth Commission, meeting listed as occurring March 11, however, no accessible agenda, no minutes, no cancellation notice https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Youth_Commission_Homepage.aspx
This meeting list is also posted in the Berkeley Daily Planet under activist’s calendar http://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
March 31 - April 7, 2019
Worth Noting and Showing Up:
Tuesday – The City Council agenda includes a proposal for a Vehicle Dweller program. People living in RVs includes children in our schools, workers in our city. With 89% of Berkeley rents > $2000/month* and a full time $15/hour job paying $2,600/month before any withholding, it should be clear why people are living in vehicles. The people who don’t have enough resources for vehicle sheltering are in tents, shelter beds, doorways and literally on the street.
Wednesday – The Planning Commission is holding a hearing on moving lot lines on contiguous properties a tactic being used to game-the-system/avoid paying the full affordable housing fees (In Lieu Mitigation Fee) to the City or include affordable units in for sale condominium projects.
Wednesday - David Brower Center – Panel on California’s Drinking Water Crisis
Thursday – The Housing Advisory Commission has a full agenda of important issues.
Saturday – Berkeley Portrait Project Opening at the Brower Center
Sunday, March 31, 201
Source for Berkeley Rents in Worth Noting comments
* https://www.rentcafe.com/average-rent-market-trends/us/ca/berkeley/
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
1722 Walnut – rescheduled – 4-23-2019
1050 Parker – Parker – Medical Office Building - 4-30-2019
2700 Tenth – Pardee Parking Lot - 4-30-2017
1444 Fifth St – 4 single family dwellings - 5-14-2019
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To Check For Regional Meetings with Berkeley Council Appointees go to
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Committee_and_Regional_Body_Appointees.aspx
To check for Berkeley Unified School District Board Meetings go to
https://www.berkeleyschools.net/schoolboard/board-meeting-information/
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This meeting list is also posted in the Berkeley Daily Planet under activist’s calendar http://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
Worth Noting and Showing Up:
Tuesday – The City Council agenda includes a proposal for a Vehicle Dweller program. People living in RVs includes children in our schools, workers in our city. With 89% of Berkeley rents > $2000/month* and a full time $15/hour job paying $2,600/month before any withholding, it should be clear why people are living in vehicles. The people who don’t have enough resources for vehicle sheltering are in tents, shelter beds, doorways and literally on the street.
Wednesday – The Planning Commission is holding a hearing on moving lot lines on contiguous properties a tactic being used to game-the-system/avoid paying the full affordable housing fees (In Lieu Mitigation Fee) to the City or include affordable units in for sale condominium projects.
Wednesday - David Brower Center – Panel on California’s Drinking Water Crisis
Thursday – The Housing Advisory Commission has a full agenda of important issues.
Saturday – Berkeley Portrait Project Opening at the Brower Center
Sunday, March 31, 201
- No City meetings or events found
- Personnel Board, 7 – 9 pm, 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Conference Room, Agenda: Requests for extension of Temporary Animal Services Assistant and Provisional Accounting Office Specialist III, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Personnel_Board_Homepage.aspx
- Closed Session Police Review Commission – Board of Inquiry, 5:30 pm, at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center, agenda: Complaint #2449 https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Tax the Rich Rally, with music by Occupella, 5 – 6 pm at the Top of Solano in front of the Closed Oaks Theater, Rain Cancels
- Berkeley City Council, Tuesday, 6:00 pm – 11:00 pm, 1231 Addison Street, BUSD Board Room, Agenda: Consent Calendar: 2. Contract - Shattuck reconfiguration, 3. Budget referral year-round opening West Campus Pool, 5. Opposition to ACSC to Eliminating Settlement Conferences for Unlawful Detainer Cases, 7. Public Outreach and Educational Meetings on Electrification, Action Calendar: 13. Funding Eviction Defense Center and East Bay Community Law Center, 14. New Marina Fee, 15. DEIR Upper Hears and 2020 Long Range Development Plan, 16. Cannabis, 17. Vehicle Dweller Program, 18. a.& b. Safe Lead-Paint Practices https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
- Board of Library Trustees, 6:30 pm at 1901 Russell St, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library, Agenda: Consent:III.B. Holiday and Early Closing Schedule, C. Reappoint Diane Davenport, Action: IV. A. Budget, B. Search firm to Recruit Director https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
- Commission on Disability, 6:30 – 9 pm at 1326 Allston Way, Willow Room, Public Works Corporation Yard, Agenda: 1. Secretary accessibility concerns, 2. IKE Smart City Kiosks, 4. Wheelchair charging facilities, 5. RV parking, 6. Coordination with Zero Waste Commission for efforts affecting disabled, 7. San Pablo Ave. Plan, 8. Navigable Cities https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Disability_Homepage.aspx
- Public Works Commission – Paving Subcommittee – 12 -1 pm, at 1947 Center St, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Public_Works_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Planning Commission, 7 – 10 pm at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: 9. Public Hearing on Eliminating residential Off-Street Parking Requirements for all new dwelling units in the R-S (Residential Southside), 10. Public Hearing on Amendments to Inclusionary Housing Regulations (moving lot line on contiguous lots under common ownership), 11. Policy Referral Matrix https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Senior Wellness Fair: Homerun to Wellness, 10 am – 1 pm, at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=16043
- California’s Drinking Water Crisis, 6 – 9 pm, at David Brower Center, 2150 Allston Way, free – RSVP, https://browercenter.org/exhibitions-programs/programs/ https://www.facebook.com/events/575682566229948/
- Facilities, Infrastructure, Transportation, Environment & Sustainability Committee, 2 pm, at 2180 Milvia, Cypress Room 1st Floor, Agenda: 2. a. & b. Green Stormwater Infrastructure, 3. Considering Multi-year Bidding for Street Paving, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Facilities,_Infrastructure,_Transportation,_Environment,___Sustainability.aspx
- Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board – Habitable and Sustainable Housing Committee, 5:30 pm, at 2001 Center St, Law Library 2nd Floor, Agenda: 5. Improving resilience https://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
- Cannabis Commission, 2 – 4 pm, 2180 Milvia St, 6th Floor, Agenda: VII.A Youth use cannabis studies, C. Mission statement, D. Work plan http://www.cityofberkeley.info/MedicalCannabis/
- Housing Advisory Commission, 7 – 9 pm at 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: 5. Possible Subcommittee for a. City-Owned Property 1281 University, b. Housing Trust Fund, 6. Presentation Education/Workforce Housing Initiatives by BUSD & BeHome Berkeley, 7. Possible recommendation to revise Housing Trust Fund Guidelines, and BUSD predevelopment Grant for Local Teacher Housing, 8. Possible Recommendation on Operating Funds for Community Housing Development Organizations, 9. Predevelopment Loan Proposal for 2527 San Pablo (SAHA), 10. Bi-annual Housing Policy Report, 11. Social Housing Summit, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Housing_Advisory_Commission/
- Landmarks Preservation Commission, 7 – 11:30 pm at 1947 Center St, Multipurpose Room, Basement, http://www.cityofberkeley.info/landmarkspreservationcommission/
- 1619 Walnut – designation landmark or structure of merit
- 2018-30 University – exterior alterations
- 1915 Fourth St – exterior alterations
- 2019-2020 – CLG Grant Application
- Berkeley Rose Garden
- No City meetings or events found
- Berkeley Portrait Project Opening, 6 – 8 pm, at 2150 Allston Way, the Brower Center, https://browercenter.org/exhibitions-programs/programs/
- Berkeley Bay Festival, 11 – 4 pm, at Shorebird Park Nature Center, 180 University https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=16055
- 350 Bay Area Action Legislative Committee, 1 – 3 pm, at 2530 San Pablo, Sierra Club Bay Chapter Office, limit 30 (small room) – use link to sign-up https://350bayarea.org/event/350-bay-area-action-legislative-committee-meeting
Source for Berkeley Rents in Worth Noting comments
* https://www.rentcafe.com/average-rent-market-trends/us/ca/berkeley/
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
1722 Walnut – rescheduled – 4-23-2019
1050 Parker – Parker – Medical Office Building - 4-30-2019
2700 Tenth – Pardee Parking Lot - 4-30-2017
1444 Fifth St – 4 single family dwellings - 5-14-2019
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To Check For Regional Meetings with Berkeley Council Appointees go to
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Committee_and_Regional_Body_Appointees.aspx
To check for Berkeley Unified School District Board Meetings go to
https://www.berkeleyschools.net/schoolboard/board-meeting-information/
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This meeting list is also posted in the Berkeley Daily Planet under activist’s calendar http://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
March 24 - March 31, 2019
Sunday, March 24, 2019
City Council April 2 meeting agenda is available for review and comment, Agenda: Consent Calendar: 3. Budget referral year round opening West Campus Pool5. Opposition to ACSC to Eliminating Settlement Conferences for Unlawful Detainer Cases, 7. Public Outreach and Educational Meetings on Electrification, Action Calendar: 13. Funding Eviction Defense Center and East Bay Community Law Center, 14. New Marina Fee, 15. DEIR Upper Hears and 2020 Long Range Development Plan, 17. Vehicle Dweller Program, 18. a.& b. Safe Lead-Paint Practices
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2019/04_Apr/City_Council__04-02-2019_-_Regular_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
1722 Walnut – ninth dwelling - 3-26-2019
1050 Parker – Parker – Medical Office Building - 4-30-2019
2700 Tenth – Pardee Parking Lot - 4-30-2017
1444 Fifth St – 4 single family dwellings - 5-14-2019
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To Check For Regional Meetings with Berkeley Council Appointees
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Committee_and_Regional_Body_Appointees.aspx
Sunday, March 24, 2019
- No City meetings found – City Sponsored John Lee Invitation Co-Rec Softball Tournament https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=15733
- Ad Hoc subcommittee on Paid Family Leave, 1 pm, at 2180 Milvia, Cypress Room, Agenda: C. Paid Family Leave Proposal https://www.cityofberkeley.info/paidfamilyleavesubcommittee/
- Housing Advisory Commission – Housing Trust Fund Subcommittee, 5:15 pm at 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: 4. Operating Funds for Community Housing Development Organization https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Housing_Advisory_Commission/
- Landmarks Preservation Commission - Subcommittee, 3 – 4 pm at 1200 Euclid, Berkeley Rose Garden, Scott Ferris discusses newest design for Rose Garden and pending ADA accessibility improvements http://www.cityofberkeley.info/landmarkspreservationcommission/
- Mental Health Commission – Accountability Subcommittee, 4 – 5 pm at 2180 Milvia, Cypress Room, Agenda: 2. Annual review subcommittee’s work https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Mental_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Zero Waste Commission, 7 – 9 pm at 1326 Allston Way, Willow Room, City of Berkeley Corporation Yard, Agenda: 6. Staff updates transfer station feasibility study, zero waste strategic plan, SB 1383 Formal Rulemaking Process, N.CA Recycling, 7. Deconstruction final report, 8. Marketability of non-bottle plastics #1-#7, 9. Single Use Foodware and Litter Reduction, 10. Carpet Recycling Promotion for Earth Day https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Zero_Waste_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Tax the Rich Rally with Occupella, 5 – 6 pm, top of Solano in front of closed Oaks Theater, RAIN CANCELS
- Berkeley City Council, at 1231 Addison Street, BUSD Board Room, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
- 4 pm, Closed Session, Agenda: Existing Litigation Rudie v. City of Berkeley ACSC No. RG 17 870389, Greenberg v. City of Berkeley ACSC No. 17 858207
- 6 pm – 11 pm, Regular Session, Agenda: Consent Calendar: 1. Density Bonus Ordinance, 11. PRC co-sponsorship of NACOLE (National Assoc. for Civilian Oersight of Law Enforcement Regional Training and Networking event May 3, 2019, Action Calendar: 19. ZAB appeal 1722 Walnut St, 20. Measure T1 Phase 1 project funding gap, 21. RV Parking adopt ordinance prohibiting parking during certain hours, 22. Missing Middle, 23. New General Plan 24. Response: 1000 Person Plan to Address Homelessness, Information Reports 26. Berkeley Economic Dashboards
- Solano Avenue Business Improvement District Advisory Board, 11 am, at 1821 Catalina Ave, Thousand Oaks Baptist Church, Agenda: 3. Street Team Basket watering, tree well maintenance, 4. Banners, 5. 2019 Fall OED Forum, 6. Wine Walk, 7. 2019 Budget
- https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Solano_BID_Board.aspx
- Late Entry - Gray Panthers Community & Coalition Building, 1:30 - 3:30 pm, at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Clark Sullivan Here/There Camp
- Correction - Civic Arts Commission, 6 – 8 pm at 1901 Russell St, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library, Agenda: Letter to Meyer Sound, Public Art Guidelines, Election Chair, Representatives to Design review, Cultural trust, Cultural Trust executive, request Audit by City Auditor of 1.5% Public Art revenue. Presentation: Mission Statement & Cultural Equity Statement https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CivicArtsCommissionHomepage/
- Disaster and Fire Safety Commission, 7 – 9 pm at 997 Cedar St, Fire Department Training Center, Agenda: 3. Wildfire Evacuation, Emergency alerting and Public Education, 4. Referral Fire safety Standards for Rebuilt Fire damaged Structure, 5. Report from Community-Based Working Group, 6. Hazard Mitigation Plan, BAUASI cutting Alameda Co Funding for Urban Shield
- https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Disaster_and_Fire_Safety_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Energy Commission, 6:30 – 9 pm at 1947 Center St, Sitka Spruce Conference Room, Agenda: 4. Building decarbonization and gas infrastructure, 5. Natural Gas Ban and Deep Green Reach Code and Building Code Amendment Update, 6. EV Roadmap Update, 7. 2019 Workplan, 8. Future agenda BESO evaluation
- https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Energy_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Joint Subcommittee for the Implementation of State Housing Laws, 7 – 9 pm at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Room, Agenda: 9. Existing Objective Standard Framework
- https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Joint_Subcommittee_for_the_Implementation_of_State_Housing_Laws_Homepage.aspx
- Police Review Commission, at 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- 5:30 pm, MOU Compendium Subcommittee, Agenda: 4. MOU with other law enforcement agencies
- 7 – 10 pm, Commission Meeting, Agenda: 8. 2018 Annual Crime report, 9. Whether “clear and Convincing” standard is appropriate in PRC Boards of Inquiry & whether meet-and-confer is occurring or occurred on this issue, 10. New business, a. Safety for Sex Workers, b. Commendation of BPD personnel
- City Council Budget & Finance Committee, 2 pm at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Room, members Kesarwani, Droste, Davila, Agenda: 2. Biennial Budget Process, 3. Funding Sources Public Works, Parks, Recreation and Waterfront and process for allocating funding, 4. Refer to City Manager Designation election Day as Holiday. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Budget___Finance.aspx
- Community Health Commission, 6:30 – 9 pm at 2939 Ellis St. South Berkeley Senior Center, no agenda posted, check before going https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Community_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Housing Advisory Commission – Bi-annual Housing Policy Report Subcommittee, 6 pm at 2000 University, Au Coquelet, Agenda: BMC 19.44.020(B)(10) https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Housing_Advisory_Commission/
- Mental Health Commission, 7 – 9 pm at 1947 Center St, Multi-purpose Room, Agenda: 3. Lifelong Presentation, 6. Annual Report, 9. Background material supporting Resolution on Police Use of Restraint Device, 11. Public Right to Information about commissioners https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Mental_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Zoning Adjustments Board, 7 – 11:30 pm at 1234 Addison, BUSD Board Room, http://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
- 2518 Durant – add distilled spirits services – on consent
- 3212 Adeline – add distilled spirits services – on consent
- 1711 MLK Jr Way – replace 799 sq.ft. non-conforming commercial space with one dwelling, eliminate 2 parking spaces, create 700 sq.ft. usable open space, increase total bedrooms from 15 to 19, wave 1 parking space, staff recommendation - DENY
- No City meetings or events found
- No City meetings or events found
- No City meetings or events found
City Council April 2 meeting agenda is available for review and comment, Agenda: Consent Calendar: 3. Budget referral year round opening West Campus Pool5. Opposition to ACSC to Eliminating Settlement Conferences for Unlawful Detainer Cases, 7. Public Outreach and Educational Meetings on Electrification, Action Calendar: 13. Funding Eviction Defense Center and East Bay Community Law Center, 14. New Marina Fee, 15. DEIR Upper Hears and 2020 Long Range Development Plan, 17. Vehicle Dweller Program, 18. a.& b. Safe Lead-Paint Practices
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2019/04_Apr/City_Council__04-02-2019_-_Regular_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
1722 Walnut – ninth dwelling - 3-26-2019
1050 Parker – Parker – Medical Office Building - 4-30-2019
2700 Tenth – Pardee Parking Lot - 4-30-2017
1444 Fifth St – 4 single family dwellings - 5-14-2019
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To Check For Regional Meetings with Berkeley Council Appointees
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Committee_and_Regional_Body_Appointees.aspx
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Berkeley Public Meetings and Civic Events for March 17-23, 2019
Sunday, March 17, 2019
SPECIAL SSBPPE –Sugar Sweetened Beverages Product Panel Experts-- Commission meeting on March 17,
from 9 am–1pm, at Leila Café, 1724 San Pablo Ave. Sponsored by Health Housing &Community Service Dept.
No agenda posted. Contact (510) 981-5394; --see:
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx…
Monday, March 18, 2019
Children, Youth, and Recreation Commission, at 7 pm, at 2800 Park St., Frances Albrier Community Center,
in San Pablo Park. No agenda posted. For information call 981-5146. --See: https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Children_Youth_and_Recreation_Commission/
Agenda and Rules Committee, from 2:30 – 3:30 pm, at 2180 Milvia, 6th Flr.,Redwood Conf Room; Agenda Planning for March 26-City Council Meeting. Email your public comments to <[email protected]>
On planning for Council's April 2 Agenda, Consent items: #2.To add $50K more to Shattuck Av Reconfiguration Project, #3. Budget for opening West Campus Pool year round, #5. Adopt Holocaust Remembrance Day Proclamation, #7. To support AB-969 Collective Bargaining (CA Legislature), #8. To support SCA-1 Public Housing Projects which repeals citywide voting for public housing construction;
- Action items: #12a-b Enforcement for (CEAC) safe lead paint practices, #15. Discuss Draft SEIR of Upper Hearst Project development and 2020 Long Range Development Plan, #16 refer City Manager to create a comprehensive “vehicle dweller program” for Berkeley (model on Oakland Safe Parking Program), # 17. Refer Energy Commission to hold public meetings on new electrification technologies (new buildings), #19. To propose an Adopt A Spot program for public volunteering with neighborhood city maintenance (storm-drains & circle clean-up) projects; --see Agenda Packet at:
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Agenda_Committee__2019_Index.aspx
Tuesday, March 19, 2019
Berkeley City Council Special Session, from 6–11pm, at 1231 Addison St., in BUSD Board Room.
No agenda listed. --See:
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=15703
Wednesday, March 20, 2019
Animal Care Commission, from 7–9 pm at 1-Bolivar Drive, Berkeley Animal Shelter.
On agenda: Old business items, and Election of officers. --See:
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Animal_Care_Commission_Homepage.aspx
or
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/uploadedFiles/City_Manager/Level_3__-Animal_Shelter/Agenda%20March%2020%20%20Animal%20Care%20Commission%20-_.pdf
Commission on Labor, from 7 – 9 pm at 2939 Ellis St., South Berkeley Senior Center. On agenda: #4. Status on Homeless Youth Policy, Fair Workweek Requirements, Equal Pay and Family Leave, #6. Living Wage Ordinace; --See:
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Labor_Homepage.aspx
or
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Labor_Homepage.aspx
Commission on the Status of Women, from 6:30– 8:30 pm at 2180 Milvia, Cypress Room. --See:
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_the_Status_of_Women_Homepage.aspx
Thursday, March 21, 2019
City Council Land Use - Housing & Economic Development Committee, from 10:30 am -12 Noon, at 2180 Milvia St.,
1st Flr, Cypress Room. On agenda, item: #2. analysis for proposed senior housing development at West Berkeley Senior Center at 1900-Sixth St., #3. Open Doors Initiative (re-zoning R1 & R1a for condos) and First-Time Home-Buyers Program (for City workers & local moderate-income buyers), #4. To modify Affordable Housing Mitigation Fee per gross residential floor area (GRFA) vs. number of units in building; --see:
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/uploadedFiles/Clerk/Level_3_-_General/2019-03-21%20Land%20Use%20Agenda%20Packet.pdf
or
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/…/Policy_Committee__Land_Us…
Facilities, Infrastructure, Transportation, Environment, & Sustainability (FITES) Committee, at 2 pm, at 2180 Milvia St., 6th Flr, Redwood Rm.
On agenda, item: #2, a-b. Recommended Green Stormwater Infrastructure in new and redeveloped properties,
#3. Adopt new code to prohibit natural gas in future projects, #4. Adopt new bidding process for street paving maintenance. --See: https://www.cityofberkeley.info/uploadedFiles/Clerk/2019-03-21%20Facilites%20Agenda%20Packet.pdf
Adult Mental Health Services Center Groundbreaking Ceremony, at 1:15 pm at 2640 Martin Luther King, Jr. Way (near Derby St.). The AMH Services Center provides mental health and related social services to Berkeley and Albany community members and their families living with serious and persistent mental illness. Services include counseling, case management, medication, nursing, psychiatry, and wellness and recovery groups. --see:
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/…/Adult%20Mental%20Health%2…
Design Review Committee, from 7–11 pm, at 1947 Center St., in Multi-Purpose Room (Basement). No agenda posted. Contact 510 -981-7415 (or -7410) for more information.
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/…/Commissions__Community_Hea…
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board, from 7–11 pm, at Berkeley Unified School District Board Room, 1231 Addison Street (near University Ave or Bonar St.). No agenda posted. Contact 981-7368.--See:
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/…/…/2018_Board_Meetings.aspx
Fair Campaign Practices Commission, at 7 pm, at 2180 Milvia St., 1st Floor, Cypress Room.
No agenda posted. Contact 981-6998. --See: http://www.cityofberkeley.info/FCPC/
Open Government Commission, from 8-9 pm, at 2180 Milvia St., 1st Floor, Cypress Room. On agenda: #8. Proposal by ProDemocracy Project, #9. Report on Good Government Ombudsman program; --see:
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/…/ogc%20agenda%203%2021%201…
or
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/opengovermentcommission
Transportation Commission, from 7–9:30 pm, at 1326 Allston St., Corporation Yard, Bldg A, 1st Flr (near Acton/West Sts.) No agenda posted. Contact 981-7061. --See:
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/…/Commissions__Transportatio…
Water Conservation Showcase in San Francisco on Thursday, March 21. Gathering yearly since 2004 to address the water issues and challenges facing California, and advocating for sustainable practices in building developments that speaks to the bottom line of people, profits, and the planet. --See: https://www.waterconservationshowcase.com
Friday, March 22 2019 – No public meetings or events listed.
Saturday, March 22, 2019 – No public meetings listed.
John Lee Invitational Co-Rec Softball Tournament at San Pablo Park, 2800 Park St., and at Grove Park, 1730 Oregon St. Saturday and Sunday at 8 am. Contact (510) 981-5152. --See: https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx…
Free Tax Preparation at the Main Central Library, (weekly) from March 9--April 13, from 10:30am-3:30pm by appointment. Need help with your Taxes? Volunteers with the AARP Free Tax Preparation service are here to help you every Monday & Saturday by appointment. Sign up by calling (510) 981-6148 to make an appointment. --See: https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/…/free-tax-preparation
Sunday, March 23, 2019 – No public meetings listed.
John Lee Invitational Co-Rec Softball Tournament at San Pablo Park, 2800 Park St., and at Grove Park,
1730 Oregon St. on Sunday at 8am. Contact (510) 981-5152. --See:
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx…
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Worth Noting
– Career Day: Women Leaders on Wednesday, March 20, at 12:15 pm at the Berkeley Community College
in BCC Room 423. --See: https://www.cityofberkeley.info/uploadedFiles/Health_Human_Services/Commissions/Commission_for_the_Status_of_Women/COSOW%20-%20Events%20-%20Women%27s%20History%20Month%20@%20BCC.pdf
– Attend a Berkeley ADU Basics Workshop on March 25, at 7pm at the Berkeley Rep Theatre. This public workshop is open to all who want the specifics of the Berkeley ADU ordinance permitting process and Measure Q's impact.
--The Public Review Draft Adeline Corridor Specific Plan and Draft Environmental Impact Report (DEIR) will be available in April/May 2019. There will be multiple opportunities to learn about and provide feedback about the Adeline Corridor Draft Plan and the DEIR at community meetings, as well as meetings of the Planning Commission and other Boards and Commissions in May & June. More detailed information about specific meeting dates will be announced as location and agendas are confirmed. Visit the Adeline Corridor webpage for schedule of the planning process--or visit:
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/AdelineCorridor/
-- The CASA Compact-- Former Planning Commissioner Zelda Bronstein has given an introduction to the CASA Compact and Bay Area cities on the issues of land-use and development. It is more literal and current, describing a situation that requires some organized resistance in the moment. ..."Regional planners mount a quiet coup to promote developers and attack vulnerable communities"... in 48 Hills. -- View at:
https://48hills.org/2019/01/developer-mtc-coup/
and https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eGZylxZWSqk
-- "What Is Democracy?" a new film documentary that reflects on the word we take for granted and how it connects the past and the present, the emotional and the intellectual, the personal and the political, in order to provoke and inspire us--if we want to live in a democracy. See: <https://zeitgeistfilms.com/film/whatisdemocracy#playdates>
-- To check for Regional Meetings with Berkeley Council Appointees, see:
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Committee_and_Regional_Body_Appointees.aspx
-- A new web-platform of mapping of City data can be found at <cityofberkeley.info/gisportal>
This portal allows users to explore a broad variety of data, grouped into five primary categories: property & planning, transportation, recreation, environment, and community services. --See:
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/…/2019-01-31_New_community_…
* * *
This Sustainable Berkeley Coalition civic meetings list is also available at the Facebook pages for
Berkeley Progressive Alliance (BPA) and for Berkeley Citizens Action (BCA).
Also, visit the (BNC) Berkeley Neighborhoods Council Newsletter link for information on City and community issues at <http://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/>
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Week March 10 - March 17, 2019
Sunday, March 10, 2019
Worth Noting
– There will be a Berkeley ADU Basics Workshop on March 25, at 7pm at the Berkeley Rep Theatre. This public workshop is open to all who want the specifics of the Berkeley ADU ordinance permitting process and Measure Q's impact.
--The Public Review Draft Adeline Corridor Specific Plan and Draft Environmental Impact Report (DEIR) will be available in April/May 2019. There will be multiple opportunities to learn about and provide feedback about the Adeline Corridor Draft Plan and the DEIR at community meetings, as well as meetings of the Planning Commission and other Boards and Commissions in May & June. More detailed information about specific meeting dates will be announced as location and agendas are confirmed. Visit the Adeline Corridor webpage for schedule of the planning process--or visit:
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/AdelineCorridor/
– Water Conservation Showcase in San Francisco on Thursday, March 21. Gathering yearly since 2004 to address the water issues and challenges facing California, and advocating for sustainable practices in building developments that speaks to the bottom line of people, profits, and the planet. --See: https://www.waterconservationshowcase.com
-- The CASA Compact-- Former Planning Commissioner Zelda Bronstein has given an introduction to the CASA Compact and Bay Area cities on the issues of land-use and development. It is more literal and current, describing a situation that requires some organized resistance in the moment. ..."Regional planners mount a quiet coup to promote developers and attack vulnerable communities"... in 48 Hills. -- View at: https://48hills.org/2019/01/developer-mtc-coup/ and https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eGZylxZWSqk
-- Coming soon, "What Is Democracy?" a new film documentary that reflects on the word we take for granted and how it connects the past and the present, the emotional and the intellectual, the personal and the political, in order to provoke and inspire us--if we want to live in a democracy. See: <https://zeitgeistfilms.com/film/whatisdemocracy#playdates>
-- To check for Regional Meetings with Berkeley Council Appointees, see:
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/…/City_Council__Committee_a…
-- A new web-platform of mapping of City data can be found at
<cityofberkeley.info/gisportal>
This portal allows users to explore a broad variety of data, grouped into five primary categories: property & planning, transportation, recreation, environment, and community services. --See: https://www.cityofberkeley.info/…/2019-0131_New_community_p…
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Meeting schedule also available at the Facebook pages for **Berkeley Progressive Alliance (BPA) and for Berkeley Citizens Action (BCA).
Also, visit the (BNC) Berkeley Neighborhoods Council Newsletter link for information on City and community issues at <http://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/>
Berkeley Public Meetings and Civic Events for March 17-23, 2019
Sunday, March 17, 2019
SPECIAL SSBPPE –Sugar Sweetened Beverages Product Panel Experts-- Commission meeting on March 17,
from 9 am–1pm, at Leila Café, 1724 San Pablo Ave. Sponsored by Health Housing &Community Service Dept.
No agenda posted. Contact (510) 981-5394; --see:
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx…
Monday, March 18, 2019
Children, Youth, and Recreation Commission, at 7 pm, at 2800 Park St., Frances Albrier Community Center,
in San Pablo Park. No agenda posted. For information call 981-5146. --See: https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Children_Youth_and_Recreation_Commission/
Agenda and Rules Committee, from 2:30 – 3:30 pm, at 2180 Milvia, 6th Flr.,Redwood Conf Room; Agenda Planning for March 26-City Council Meeting. Email your public comments to <[email protected]>
On planning for Council's April 2 Agenda, Consent items: #2.To add $50K more to Shattuck Av Reconfiguration Project, #3. Budget for opening West Campus Pool year round, #5. Adopt Holocaust Remembrance Day Proclamation, #7. To support AB-969 Collective Bargaining (CA Legislature), #8. To support SCA-1 Public Housing Projects which repeals citywide voting for public housing construction;
- Action items: #12a-b Enforcement for (CEAC) safe lead paint practices, #15. Discuss Draft SEIR of Upper Hearst Project development and 2020 Long Range Development Plan, #16 refer City Manager to create a comprehensive “vehicle dweller program” for Berkeley (model on Oakland Safe Parking Program), # 17. Refer Energy Commission to hold public meetings on new electrification technologies (new buildings), #19. To propose an Adopt A Spot program for public volunteering with neighborhood city maintenance (storm-drains & circle clean-up) projects; --see Agenda Packet at:
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Agenda_Committee__2019_Index.aspx
Tuesday, March 19, 2019
Berkeley City Council Special Session, from 6–11pm, at 1231 Addison St., in BUSD Board Room.
No agenda listed. --See:
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=15703
Wednesday, March 20, 2019
Animal Care Commission, from 7–9 pm at 1-Bolivar Drive, Berkeley Animal Shelter.
On agenda: Old business items, and Election of officers. --See:
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Animal_Care_Commission_Homepage.aspx
or
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/uploadedFiles/City_Manager/Level_3__-Animal_Shelter/Agenda%20March%2020%20%20Animal%20Care%20Commission%20-_.pdf
Commission on Labor, from 7 – 9 pm at 2939 Ellis St., South Berkeley Senior Center. On agenda: #4. Status on Homeless Youth Policy, Fair Workweek Requirements, Equal Pay and Family Leave, #6. Living Wage Ordinace; --See:
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Labor_Homepage.aspx
or
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Labor_Homepage.aspx
Commission on the Status of Women, from 6:30– 8:30 pm at 2180 Milvia, Cypress Room. --See:
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_the_Status_of_Women_Homepage.aspx
Thursday, March 21, 2019
City Council Land Use - Housing & Economic Development Committee, from 10:30 am -12 Noon, at 2180 Milvia St.,
1st Flr, Cypress Room. On agenda, item: #2. analysis for proposed senior housing development at West Berkeley Senior Center at 1900-Sixth St., #3. Open Doors Initiative (re-zoning R1 & R1a for condos) and First-Time Home-Buyers Program (for City workers & local moderate-income buyers), #4. To modify Affordable Housing Mitigation Fee per gross residential floor area (GRFA) vs. number of units in building; --see:
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/uploadedFiles/Clerk/Level_3_-_General/2019-03-21%20Land%20Use%20Agenda%20Packet.pdf
or
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/…/Policy_Committee__Land_Us…
Facilities, Infrastructure, Transportation, Environment, & Sustainability (FITES) Committee, at 2 pm, at 2180 Milvia St., 6th Flr, Redwood Rm.
On agenda, item: #2, a-b. Recommended Green Stormwater Infrastructure in new and redeveloped properties,
#3. Adopt new code to prohibit natural gas in future projects, #4. Adopt new bidding process for street paving maintenance. --See: https://www.cityofberkeley.info/uploadedFiles/Clerk/2019-03-21%20Facilites%20Agenda%20Packet.pdf
Adult Mental Health Services Center Groundbreaking Ceremony, at 1:15 pm at 2640 Martin Luther King, Jr. Way (near Derby St.). The AMH Services Center provides mental health and related social services to Berkeley and Albany community members and their families living with serious and persistent mental illness. Services include counseling, case management, medication, nursing, psychiatry, and wellness and recovery groups. --see:
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/…/Adult%20Mental%20Health%2…
Design Review Committee, from 7–11 pm, at 1947 Center St., in Multi-Purpose Room (Basement). No agenda posted. Contact 510 -981-7415 (or -7410) for more information.
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/…/Commissions__Community_Hea…
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board, from 7–11 pm, at Berkeley Unified School District Board Room, 1231 Addison Street (near University Ave or Bonar St.). No agenda posted. Contact 981-7368.--See:
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/…/…/2018_Board_Meetings.aspx
Fair Campaign Practices Commission, at 7 pm, at 2180 Milvia St., 1st Floor, Cypress Room.
No agenda posted. Contact 981-6998. --See: http://www.cityofberkeley.info/FCPC/
Open Government Commission, from 8-9 pm, at 2180 Milvia St., 1st Floor, Cypress Room. On agenda: #8. Proposal by ProDemocracy Project, #9. Report on Good Government Ombudsman program; --see:
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/…/ogc%20agenda%203%2021%201…
or
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/opengovermentcommission
Transportation Commission, from 7–9:30 pm, at 1326 Allston St., Corporation Yard, Bldg A, 1st Flr (near Acton/West Sts.) No agenda posted. Contact 981-7061. --See:
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/…/Commissions__Transportatio…
Water Conservation Showcase in San Francisco on Thursday, March 21. Gathering yearly since 2004 to address the water issues and challenges facing California, and advocating for sustainable practices in building developments that speaks to the bottom line of people, profits, and the planet. --See: https://www.waterconservationshowcase.com
Friday, March 22 2019 – No public meetings or events listed.
Saturday, March 22, 2019 – No public meetings listed.
John Lee Invitational Co-Rec Softball Tournament at San Pablo Park, 2800 Park St., and at Grove Park, 1730 Oregon St. Saturday and Sunday at 8 am. Contact (510) 981-5152. --See: https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx…
Free Tax Preparation at the Main Central Library, (weekly) from March 9--April 13, from 10:30am-3:30pm by appointment. Need help with your Taxes? Volunteers with the AARP Free Tax Preparation service are here to help you every Monday & Saturday by appointment. Sign up by calling (510) 981-6148 to make an appointment. --See: https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/…/free-tax-preparation
Sunday, March 23, 2019 – No public meetings listed.
John Lee Invitational Co-Rec Softball Tournament at San Pablo Park, 2800 Park St., and at Grove Park,
1730 Oregon St. on Sunday at 8am. Contact (510) 981-5152. --See:
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx…
* * *
Worth Noting
– Career Day: Women Leaders on Wednesday, March 20, at 12:15 pm at the Berkeley Community College
in BCC Room 423. --See: https://www.cityofberkeley.info/uploadedFiles/Health_Human_Services/Commissions/Commission_for_the_Status_of_Women/COSOW%20-%20Events%20-%20Women%27s%20History%20Month%20@%20BCC.pdf
– Attend a Berkeley ADU Basics Workshop on March 25, at 7pm at the Berkeley Rep Theatre. This public workshop is open to all who want the specifics of the Berkeley ADU ordinance permitting process and Measure Q's impact.
--The Public Review Draft Adeline Corridor Specific Plan and Draft Environmental Impact Report (DEIR) will be available in April/May 2019. There will be multiple opportunities to learn about and provide feedback about the Adeline Corridor Draft Plan and the DEIR at community meetings, as well as meetings of the Planning Commission and other Boards and Commissions in May & June. More detailed information about specific meeting dates will be announced as location and agendas are confirmed. Visit the Adeline Corridor webpage for schedule of the planning process--or visit:
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/AdelineCorridor/
-- The CASA Compact-- Former Planning Commissioner Zelda Bronstein has given an introduction to the CASA Compact and Bay Area cities on the issues of land-use and development. It is more literal and current, describing a situation that requires some organized resistance in the moment. ..."Regional planners mount a quiet coup to promote developers and attack vulnerable communities"... in 48 Hills. -- View at:
https://48hills.org/2019/01/developer-mtc-coup/
and https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eGZylxZWSqk
-- "What Is Democracy?" a new film documentary that reflects on the word we take for granted and how it connects the past and the present, the emotional and the intellectual, the personal and the political, in order to provoke and inspire us--if we want to live in a democracy. See: <https://zeitgeistfilms.com/film/whatisdemocracy#playdates>
-- To check for Regional Meetings with Berkeley Council Appointees, see:
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Committee_and_Regional_Body_Appointees.aspx
-- A new web-platform of mapping of City data can be found at <cityofberkeley.info/gisportal>
This portal allows users to explore a broad variety of data, grouped into five primary categories: property & planning, transportation, recreation, environment, and community services. --See:
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/…/2019-01-31_New_community_…
* * *
This Sustainable Berkeley Coalition civic meetings list is also available at the Facebook pages for
Berkeley Progressive Alliance (BPA) and for Berkeley Citizens Action (BCA).
Also, visit the (BNC) Berkeley Neighborhoods Council Newsletter link for information on City and community issues at <http://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/>
* * * * *
Week March 10 - March 17, 2019
Sunday, March 10, 2019
- Join Mayor Arreguin and Council member Kesarwani for drop-in “office hours” on Sunday, March 10, from 4-6 pm at the Urban Adamah, at 1151 Sixth St. (in District-1).
- Children, Youth, and Recreation Commission, at 7 pm, at 2800 Park St., Frances Albrier Community Center, San Pablo Park. No agenda posted. If you have questions call 981-5146, or email at Steven Chu <[email protected]>. See: http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Children_Youth_and_Recreation_Commission/
- Agenda and Rules Committee, from 2:30–3:30 pm, at 2180 Milvia, 6th Flr.,Redwood Conf Room; Agenda Planning for March 26-City Council Meeting. Email your public comments to <[email protected]>
- On planning agenda: For Review of Feb.26- #8. Emergency Situation Stand-by Officers for elected members, #9. Sanctuary Contracting Ordinance for vendors like ICE data brokers, etc.; On Mar.26 planning agenda, items: #1.RV Parking ordinance, #4 Amend Ashby Village contract for Age-Friendly Plan, #5. Get grant for removal of abandoned boats in Marina , #7. Proposal public hearings to adopt the FlixBus service, #8. Extend mattress recycle budget by $50K., #10. Transition July4thFestival costs from Marina funds to General Fund. #11. PRC co-sponsor with NACOLE & BART a regional training and networking event, #15. To support SB-190 for fire safety building standards, #17. ZAB appeal to deny 1722-Walnut St for added 8-units apt. permit, #19. Revisit Zoning revisions for “Missing Middle” housing zones, #21a.-b-c-d- Funding gaps for Measure T-1 Phase-1 including Public Works south of University Ave, & Parks and Waterfront, & Energy Commision re: greenhouse gas reduction rules, #22. Enforcement of (CEAC) Safe Lead Paint Practices, #25. Propose scope process & estimate for a new General Plan, #26. Compliance on Minimum Wage and Sick Leave Ordinance, #27. Proposal for Election Day as a City holiday. -See more at: https://www.cityofberkeley.info/uploadedFiles/Clerk/Level_3_-_City_Council/2019-03-26%20Agenda%20Committee%20Packet.pdf orhttps://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Agenda_Committee__2019_Index.aspx
- Health, Life Enrichment, Equity & Community Committee, at 10:30 am,at 2180 Milvia Street, 1st Floor - Cypress Room. No agenda posted. Contact April Richardson -510.981.6908;or email, <[email protected]> --See: https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Health,_Life_Enrichment,_Equity___Community.aspx
- Berkeley City Council, from 6–11pm, at 1231 Addison St., in BUSD Board Room. On agenda - Consent Items: #5.-6. EveryOne Home on homelessness program and aid, #9. WETA Ferry Service & new Public Peir at Marina, #10 Public Rewards for Criminal Investigation info, #12. Oversight for Measure O & P, #13 Establish community stakeholders for housing innovations; Action Calendar Items: #19. Adopt new Zoning amendments on revisions to Density Bonus regulations, #20. ZAB appeal of 2701-Shattuck Ave project of 5-story, 57-units,21-parking spaces, #21. Cannabis Ordinance Revision; (Information reports on:) #24. Progress of 2020 Zero Waste Goals, #25 Code Enforcement review from HAC. --See: https://www.dropbox.com/s/tym5mwtcqaflgck/2019-03-12%20Agenda%20Packet%20-%20WEB.pdf?dl=0
- ww.dropbox.com/s/tym5mwtcqaflgck/2019-03-12%20Agenda%20Packet%20-%20WEB.pdf?dl=0
- Homeless Commission, from 7–9 pm, at 2180 Milvia St., 1st Floor Cypress Room. Agenda items: #7. Discuss action on Homeless Youth Policy referral response report, #8. Discuss action on 1000-Person Plan, #9. Address crime by homeless & impact on other homeless, including impact on general community. 10.Discuss action on plan for inclusionary housing over Housing Trust Fund on new developments. --See:https://www.cityofberkeley.info/uploadedFiles/Housing/Commissions/Commission_for_Homeless/03-13-19HomelessCommissionAgenda%20-%20final.pdf
- Parks and Waterfront Commission, from 7–9 pm, at 2800 Park St, Frances Albrier Community Center. No agenda posted. Call (510) 981-6704 or e-mail: Roger Miller <[email protected]>
- Police Review Commission, from 7–10 pm, at 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center. Agenda items: #8. Subcommittee reports: SexWorkers; LexiPol; MOU Compendium, #9a. Update on Public Records Request Act, #10a. Lexipol (16) Policies for review. --See:https://www.cityofberkeley.info/uploadedFiles/Police_Review_Commission/Commissions/2019/2019-03-13%20Agenda.pdf
- Community Environmental Advisory Commission, 7–9 pm, at 1901 Russell St, in Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library. Agenda: Discussion/Action items #1. Proposed Ordinance Prohibiting Natural Gas in New Buildings (fr. Item #21). --See:https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Commissions/Commission_for_Community_Environmental_Advisory/CEAC_20190314_Agenda.aspx
- Zero Waste Commission, from 7–9 pm, at James Kenny Rec Center,1720-8th St. Public workshop for community input on the City's Solid Waste and Recycling Transfer Station to meet the Berkeley"s Zero Waste goal. --See:https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=16044
- Zoning Adjustments Board, from 7–11:30 pm, at 1234 Addison, BUSD Board Room. On agenda:
- - 3084 Claremont Ave, To add 131 sq. ft. of outdoor café seating in rear yard of approx.900 sq. ft.
- - 1991 Marin Ave, To add a new detached 1-story, 750 sq. ft. Accessory Dwelling Unit with a reduced front yard setback (where 20-ft is required), on a 5,289 sq. ft. through lot, with an existing 2-story, 1,733 sq. ft. single-family dwelling.
- - 1711 Martin Luther King Jr. Way, To (1) replace a 799 sq. ft. non-conforming commercial space with one dwelling, (2) eliminate 2 existing off-street parking spaces, (3) create 700 sq. ft. of usable open space, (4) increase the total number of bedrooms on the parcel from 15 to 19, and (5) waive 1 parking space that is required for the proposed dwelling. --See:https://www.cityofberkeley.info/uploadedFiles/Planning_and_Development/Level_3_-_ZAB/2019-3-14%20Draft%20ZAB%20Agenda(4).pdf
- Zero Waste Facilities Workshop: From Concept to Plan, from 2-4 pm at the North Branch Library at 1170 the Alameda (St.). To provide public input on the preliminary facilities design for the City's Solid Waste and Recycling Transfer Station to meet Berkeley"s Zero Waste goal. --See:https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=16045
- Free Tax Preparation at the Main Central Library, (weekly) from March 9--April 13, from 10:30am-3:30pm by appointment. Need help with your Taxes? Volunteers with the AARP Free Tax Preparation service are here to help you every Monday & Saturday by appointment. Sign up by calling (510) 981-6148 to make an appointment. --See: https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/events/free-tax-preparation
- No public meetings or events listed.
Worth Noting
– There will be a Berkeley ADU Basics Workshop on March 25, at 7pm at the Berkeley Rep Theatre. This public workshop is open to all who want the specifics of the Berkeley ADU ordinance permitting process and Measure Q's impact.
--The Public Review Draft Adeline Corridor Specific Plan and Draft Environmental Impact Report (DEIR) will be available in April/May 2019. There will be multiple opportunities to learn about and provide feedback about the Adeline Corridor Draft Plan and the DEIR at community meetings, as well as meetings of the Planning Commission and other Boards and Commissions in May & June. More detailed information about specific meeting dates will be announced as location and agendas are confirmed. Visit the Adeline Corridor webpage for schedule of the planning process--or visit:
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/AdelineCorridor/
– Water Conservation Showcase in San Francisco on Thursday, March 21. Gathering yearly since 2004 to address the water issues and challenges facing California, and advocating for sustainable practices in building developments that speaks to the bottom line of people, profits, and the planet. --See: https://www.waterconservationshowcase.com
-- The CASA Compact-- Former Planning Commissioner Zelda Bronstein has given an introduction to the CASA Compact and Bay Area cities on the issues of land-use and development. It is more literal and current, describing a situation that requires some organized resistance in the moment. ..."Regional planners mount a quiet coup to promote developers and attack vulnerable communities"... in 48 Hills. -- View at: https://48hills.org/2019/01/developer-mtc-coup/ and https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eGZylxZWSqk
-- Coming soon, "What Is Democracy?" a new film documentary that reflects on the word we take for granted and how it connects the past and the present, the emotional and the intellectual, the personal and the political, in order to provoke and inspire us--if we want to live in a democracy. See: <https://zeitgeistfilms.com/film/whatisdemocracy#playdates>
-- To check for Regional Meetings with Berkeley Council Appointees, see:
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/…/City_Council__Committee_a…
-- A new web-platform of mapping of City data can be found at
<cityofberkeley.info/gisportal>
This portal allows users to explore a broad variety of data, grouped into five primary categories: property & planning, transportation, recreation, environment, and community services. --See: https://www.cityofberkeley.info/…/2019-0131_New_community_p…
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Meeting schedule also available at the Facebook pages for **Berkeley Progressive Alliance (BPA) and for Berkeley Citizens Action (BCA).
Also, visit the (BNC) Berkeley Neighborhoods Council Newsletter link for information on City and community issues at <http://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/>
Week March 3 - March 10, 2019
Worth Noting:
The new/restructuring of Berkeley City Council Policy Committees is starting to fill the daytime hours. If the first Land Use Committee is an example of the future, the City staff attendees will vastly outnumber citizens.
Four meetings stand out as worth attending for important issues, Wednesday - Planning Commission, Thursday - Council Land Use in the morning , Council Infrastructure which includes Climate in the afternoon and Housing Advisory Commission in the evening. Agenda Highlights for the March 12 , 2019 City Council meeting are posted at the end.
Sunday, March 3, 2019
City Council March 12 meeting agenda available for comment, Consent: #4. Contract $2.4 mil mental health transport, #5. Update Everyone Home Plan to end Homelessness, #6. Contract CA Homeless Aid Program, #7. Amend Contract to Operate Pathways, #8. Shelter Plus Care Renewal Grants, #9. MOU Planning for Ferry Service $250,000, #10. $50,000 rewards for criminal investigations, #12. Measure ) oversight, Measure P panel of experts, #13. Housing Innovations from HAC, #15. Letter to MOC Lee on 5G infrastructure, #17. Gender Neutral Language, #18. Support for Tibet, Action: #19. Density Bonus Ordinance, #20. ZAB appeal 2701 Shattuck, #21. Cannabis Ordinance Revisions, #22. Janitorial Contract,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2019/03_Mar/City_Council__03-12-2019_-_Regular_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
Email comments to [email protected],
Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
2701 Shattuck – 5-story mixed use – 3-12-2019
1722 Walnut – ninth dwelling - 3-26-2019
1050 Parker – Parker – Medical Office Building - 4-30-2019
2700 Tenth – Pardee Parking Lot - 4-30-2017
1444 Fifth St – 4 single family dwellings - 5-14-2019
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To Check For Regional Meetings with Berkeley Council Appointees
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Committee_and_Regional_Body_Appointees.aspx
Worth Noting:
The new/restructuring of Berkeley City Council Policy Committees is starting to fill the daytime hours. If the first Land Use Committee is an example of the future, the City staff attendees will vastly outnumber citizens.
Four meetings stand out as worth attending for important issues, Wednesday - Planning Commission, Thursday - Council Land Use in the morning , Council Infrastructure which includes Climate in the afternoon and Housing Advisory Commission in the evening. Agenda Highlights for the March 12 , 2019 City Council meeting are posted at the end.
Sunday, March 3, 2019
- No city meetings or events found
- City Council Public Safety Committee (Policing, Fire, Dispatch, Disaster Preparedness ) 10:30 a, at 2180 Milvia, 1st Floor, Cypress Room, First meeting of new committee, (Bartlett, Wengraf , Robinson), https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Public_Safety.aspx
- 4x4 Committee, 4 p, at 2001 Center, Law Library, 2nd Floor, Agenda: #5. Rental Housing Safety Program – proposed Fee Increases, #6. Universal rent registry, #7. Short-term Rental Ordinance, #8. Demolition Ordinance, #9. BMC 19.50.050, inoperable elevator and alternative housing for persons unable to access or egress unit via stairs due to disability, medical condition, (Council –Arreguin, Davila, Harrison, Robinson, Rent Board -Laverde, Simon-Weisberg, Alpert, Tregub), https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/4x4_Committee_Homepage.aspx
- Ad Hoc subcommittee on Paid Family Leave, 1:00 p, at 2180 Milvia, 1st Floor, Cypress Room, C. Bartlett Proposal, D. Harrison Proposal, (Bartlett, Davila, Hahn, Harrison) https://www.cityofberkeley.info/paidfamilyleavesubcommittee/
- Peace and Justice Commission, 7 pm at 2180 Milvia, 1st Floor Cypress Room, Agenda: #12. Justice for Mr. Leonard Powell, #13. Disaster Preparedness and social justice lens https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Peace_and_Justice_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Personnel Board, 7 – 9 pm, 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Conference Room, listed on community calendar, no meeting notice posted, call 981-6800 LaTanya Bellow before going
- Tax the Rich Rally, Mon, 4 pm – 5 pm, Top of Solano in front of the closed Oaks theater (soon to be a climbing gym), Rain Cancels
- No City meetings or events found
- Board of Library Trustees, 6:30 pm at 1901 Russell St, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library, Agenda: B. Apply for and accept grant funds for STEM programming https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
- Commission on Disability, 6:30 – 9 pm at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: #1. Presentation Paratransit, #2. IKE Kiosks, #3. Zero Waste, #5. San Pablo Ave. Plan, #6. Navigable Cities, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Disability_Homepage.aspx
- Planning Commission, 7 – 10 pm at 1947 Center Street, Agenda: #9. Form Adeline Corridor Plan, #10. Local Preference for Affordable Housing Case Studies, #11. Housing and Community Benefits Ideas for Adeline Corridor, #12. Formation Affordable Housing Mitigation Fee Subcommittee https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Live Oak Community Center renovation Project Community Meeting, 6:30 p – 8:30 p at Live Oak Community Center , 1301 Shattuck, Seismic Update and Renovation https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=16025
- City Council Policy Committee Land Use, Housing & Economic Development, 10:30 a, at 2180 Milvia, 1st Floor Cypress Room, #2. Analysis Site Capacity for Housing Development at West Berkeley Service Center, 1900 6th Street, existing zoning, potential max height 6-story, RFIfor senior hour, services, maximizing number of affordable units, refer to Planning Commission modifications underlying MUR zoning, #3. Open Doors Initiative: First Time Homebuyer, incentivize creation of affordable starter homes through renovation of properties to become multi-family condominiums (missing middle) in R1, R1A, #4. Tie Affordable Housing Mitigation fee to floor area (currently tied to number of units) https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Land_Use,_Housing___Economic_Development.aspx
- City Council Facilities, Infrastructure, Transportation, Environment & Sustainability Committee, 2:00 p, at 1947 Center St, Multi-purpose Room Basement, Agenda: 2. Green Stormwater Infrastructure from a. CEAC and b. City Manager, 3. Adopt Ordinance to Prohibit Natural Gas in new buildings https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Facilities,_Infrastructure,_Transportation,_Environment,___Sustainability.aspx
- Cannabis Commission, 2 – 4 pm, at 2180 Milvia St, 6th Floor, Agenda: B. 3/12/19 Council item Cannabis ordinance, C. Cooperative/collectives, http://www.cityofberkeley.info/MedicalCannabis/
- Housing Advisory Commission, 7 – 9 pm at 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: #6. CDBG Subcommittee Recommendations, #8. Presentation Theo Ferguson – 1642 Milvia St Condominium Assoc, #9. a. 1281 University b. Housing trust Fund, #11. Revise Code Enforcement, #12. Update Bi-Annual Housing Policy, #13. Urban Development relative to IPCC Special report, #14. Teacher Housing and Housing Discrimination, #15. a. Inclusionary Housing and Mitigation Fee, b. Missing Middle, e. Measure O & P m f. 2001 Ashby Predevelopment loan http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Housing_Advisory_Commission/
- Landmarks Preservation Commission, 7 – 11:30 pm at 1947 Center St, Multipurpose Room, Basement, Agenda: 6. B. Grant Application, C. UC Upper Hearst – CEQA notice, http://www.cityofberkeley.info/landmarkspreservationcommission/
- 1835 San Pablo – Demolition Referral
- 2352 Shattuck – Demolition Referral
- 2300 Shattuck – Structural Alteration
- Public Works Commission, 7 – 10 pm at 1326 Allston Way, Willow Room, City of Berkeley Corporation Yard, No Agenda posted check before going https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Public_Works_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- No city meetings or events found
- Youth Sports, 11 a – 2 p, San Pablo Park, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=15738
- No city meetings or events found
City Council March 12 meeting agenda available for comment, Consent: #4. Contract $2.4 mil mental health transport, #5. Update Everyone Home Plan to end Homelessness, #6. Contract CA Homeless Aid Program, #7. Amend Contract to Operate Pathways, #8. Shelter Plus Care Renewal Grants, #9. MOU Planning for Ferry Service $250,000, #10. $50,000 rewards for criminal investigations, #12. Measure ) oversight, Measure P panel of experts, #13. Housing Innovations from HAC, #15. Letter to MOC Lee on 5G infrastructure, #17. Gender Neutral Language, #18. Support for Tibet, Action: #19. Density Bonus Ordinance, #20. ZAB appeal 2701 Shattuck, #21. Cannabis Ordinance Revisions, #22. Janitorial Contract,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2019/03_Mar/City_Council__03-12-2019_-_Regular_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
Email comments to [email protected],
Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
2701 Shattuck – 5-story mixed use – 3-12-2019
1722 Walnut – ninth dwelling - 3-26-2019
1050 Parker – Parker – Medical Office Building - 4-30-2019
2700 Tenth – Pardee Parking Lot - 4-30-2017
1444 Fifth St – 4 single family dwellings - 5-14-2019
_____________________
To Check For Regional Meetings with Berkeley Council Appointees
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Committee_and_Regional_Body_Appointees.aspx
Week February 24 - March 3, 2019
Worth Noting:
Berkeley City Council is having a special meeting Thursday, Feb 28 on Homelessnes item #1. Is the RVs whether to prohibit parking or establish permitting process and waste discharge facility, #2. Recommendation to utilize Homeless Emergency Aid Program (HEAP) Email comments to [email protected],
Comment period on the Local Hazard Mitigation plan draft (the Plan for preparing for natural disasters and reducing the impacts) ends February 28.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Mitigation/#Download_the_First_Draft_2019_LHMP
Sunday, February 24, 2019
Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
To Check For Regional Meetings with Berkeley Council Appointees
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Committee_and_Regional_Body_Appointees.aspx
Worth Noting:
Berkeley City Council is having a special meeting Thursday, Feb 28 on Homelessnes item #1. Is the RVs whether to prohibit parking or establish permitting process and waste discharge facility, #2. Recommendation to utilize Homeless Emergency Aid Program (HEAP) Email comments to [email protected],
Comment period on the Local Hazard Mitigation plan draft (the Plan for preparing for natural disasters and reducing the impacts) ends February 28.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Mitigation/#Download_the_First_Draft_2019_LHMP
Sunday, February 24, 2019
- No city meetings or events found
- Agenda and Rules Committee, Monday, 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm, 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Conf Room, Agenda Planning for March 12 City Council Meeting, #8. Referral – Updated Policy for Emergency Standby Officers, Consent Calendar #1. Living Wage, #2. YMCA Early Childhood Trauma dn Resiliency Project, #4. Update to EveryOne Home Plan to End Homelessness, #5. Contract CA Homelessness Emergency Aid Program (HEAP), #6. Agreement to Operate Pathways Project, #7. Shelter Plus Care Program Renewal Grants, #8. MOU Planning Phase Viability of Ferry Service and Public Recreation Pier at Marina, #9. Reward of up to $50,000 fo info in Criminal Investigation, #10. Add 2700 block Belrose to Street Sweeping, #11. Measure O Oversight and Measure P Homeless Services Panel, #12. Authorize public meeting with Housing Advisory Commission and Affordable Housing Organizations, #14. Letter requesting Barbara Lee to support repeal of FCC regulation limits on 5G, Action: #16. 2701 Shattuck Appeal of 5-story, 62-foot, mixed-use building, #17. Cannabis Ordinance Revisions, #18. Density Bonus Ordinance Revisions, #19. Janitorial Services Contract, #20. Presentation Mosquito Abatement, #21. Ordinance to Prohibit Natural Gas Infrastructure in New Buildings, 22. Adopt Gender Inclusive Language, #23 Affirm Support of People of Tibet, Information Items #24. Audit Construction Permits, #25. Audit Strategic Plan, #26. Audit Zero Waste, #27. Amending Contracts with Eviction Defense Center (EDC) and East Bay Community Law Center (EBCLC) https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Agenda_Committee__2019_Index.aspx
- Ad Hoc subcommittee on Paid Family Leave, - contact Ben Bartlett for correct time and place 510.981.7130 posted agenda has date of Feb 12, while web page lists Feb 25 https://www.cityofberkeley.info/paidfamilyleavesubcommittee/
- Zero Waste Commission, 7 – 9 pm at 1326 Allston Way, Willow Room, City of Berkeley Corporation Yard, Agenda: #8. Modifications to types of plastics accepted #1-#7, #11. Carpet Recycling https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Zero_Waste_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Tax the Rich Rally, Mon, 4 pm – 5 pm, Top of Solano in front of the closed Oaks theater (soon to be a climbing gym), Rain Cancels
- Berkeley City Council, Tuesday, 6 – 11 pm, 1231 Addison Street, BUSD Board Room, Agenda Consent items: #3. Dorothy Day House agreement Veterans Memorial Building & Old City Hall, #4. Receipt $150,000 from Kaiser Permanent to support Pathways STAIR Center, #8. $200,000 to clean, paint, repair refuse and recycling bins, #9.
. Sanitary Sewer Rehab and Replacement, #12. Traffic Circle Policy Task Force, #13. Resolution to denounce and oppose white nationalist and neo-Nazi groups and actions, #14. Support AB 5, #15. Ensure Sustainability of Berkeley Flea Market, #16. Support AB 177 (Election Day Holiday) Action items: #17.. Proposed location Apothecarium Cannabis Retailer, #18. Sanctuary Contracting Ordinance, #19. City Auditor’s quarterly report, #20. Referral Response: 1000 Person Plan to Address Homelessness, #21. Missing Middle – revision to zoning to foster broader range of housing types. #22. Retirement of Council Ad Hoc Subcommittees Immediate - Community Benefits, Urban Shield, Small Business, Automatic Door Openers, March 31, 2019 – Paid Family Leave and Fair Work Week, Climate Emergency, #A. Referral Response Supporting Worker Cooperatives https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2019/02_Feb/City_Council__02-26-2019_-_Regular_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
- Community Environmental Advisory Commission, 7 – 9 pm at 1901 Russell St, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library, Agenda: Response to Hazard Mitigation Plan https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Community_Environmental_Advisory_Commission/
- African American History Celebration, 6 – 8 pm at 1720 8th Street, James Kenny Recreation Center, art, poetry, music https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=15719
- Civic Arts Commission, 6 – 8 pm at 1901 Russell St, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library, Agenda: Telegraph Historical Walking Tour Markers, Legal Consulting on Public Art Policies, artist Masayuki Nagase proposal for North Berkeley senior Center, Policies to protect art spaces from being displaced by cannabis business, T1 Infrastructure, Mission statement https://www.cityofberkeley.info/uploadedFiles/City_Manager/Level_3_-_Civic_Arts/February%2027%202019%20AGENDA.pdf
- Commission on the Status of Women, 6:30 – 9 pm at 2180 Milvia, Cypress Room, Agenda: Updates/Reports – Domestic Violence, Safety Sex Workers, Equal Pay Audit, Transgender Health Access Training, Homelessness Work, Women’s History Month Event https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_the_Status_of_Women_Homepage.aspx
- Disaster and Fire Safety Commission, 7 – 9 pm at 997 Cedar St, Fire Department Training Center, Agenda: Action items, Election, Support for Wildfire Evacuation, Emergency Alerting, Public Education, Hazard Mitigation Plan, Discussion Hills Fire Safety, Fire Safety Standards for Rebuilt Fire Damaged Structure, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Disaster_and_Fire_Safety_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Energy Commission, 6:30 – 9 pm at 1947 Center St, Agenda: #5.Electrification Debrief, #7. Deep Green Reach Code, #8. EV Roadmap Update, #9. Beso Update https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Energy_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Green Infrastructure Plan Public Meeting, 6:30 -8 pm, 1301 Shattuck, Live Oak Community Center https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=16028
- Homeless Commission, 7 – 9 pm at 2180 Milvia, 1st Floor Cypress Room, #8. Community agency Funding https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Homeless_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Police Review Commission, 7 – 10 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: #8. Lexipol Policies, MOU Compendium Subcommittee, #9. A. Body-worn camers, b. guiding principles, letter to City Attorney what documents PRC is entitled to obtain from BPD, #10. a. Lexipol Policies, b. PRC Charter Amendment on 2020 Ballot, c. Public records requests https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Berkeley City Council, 6:00 pm – 11:00 pm, 1231 Addison Street, BUSD Board Room, Agenda: item #1. Managing Recreational Vehicle (RV) Parking (Homeless living in RV), #2. Clean and Livable Commons Conditions (Homeless Garbage pickup, storage) https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2019/02_Feb/City_Council__02-28-2019_-_Special_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
- Community Health Commission, 6:30 – 9 pm at 2939 Ellis St. South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda not posted, check before going https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Community_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Mental Health Commission, 7 – 9 pm at 1947 Center St, Agenda: #7. Annual report https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Mental_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Zoning Adjustments Board, 7 – 11:30 pm at 1234 Addison, BUSD Board Room, Agenda: https://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
- 1901 Hearst – North Berkeley Senior Center, Alterations
- 2777 Shattuck / 2747 Adeline – Honda Dealership – Review of Circulation Study
- No city meetings or events found
- No city meetings or events found
- No city meetings or events found
Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
- 2701 Shattuck – 5-story mixed use – 3-12-2019
- 1722 Walnut – ninth dwelling - 3-26-2019
- 1050 Parker – Parker – Medical Office Building - 4-30-2019
- 2700 Tenth – Pardee Parking Lot - 4-30-2017
- 1444 Fifth St – 4 single family dwellings - 5-14-2019
To Check For Regional Meetings with Berkeley Council Appointees
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Committee_and_Regional_Body_Appointees.aspx
Week February 17 - February 24, 2019
Worth Noting:
Berkeley City Council voted December 11, 2018 to restructure into 6 standing committees. The plan is that City Council will be more efficient if proposed measures, resolutions, ordinances, etc are brought to a standing committee first and flushed out before coming to the full council. The first meeting of the Council Land Use, Housing & Economic Development Policy Committee is Thursday, 10 am and there are important proposals being discussed. For more details of the new structure go to https://www.cityofberkeley.info/citycouncil/
Sunday, February 17, 2019
Berkeley City Council February 26 meeting agenda is posted and available for comment. Email comments to [email protected], Consent items: #3. Dorothy Day House agreement Veterans Memorial Building & Old City Hall, #4. Receipt $150,000 from Kaiser Permanent to support Pathways STAIR Center, #8. $200,000 to clean, paint, repair refuse and recycling bins, #9.
. Sanitary Sewer Rehab and Replacement, #12. Traffic Circle Policy Task Force, #13. Resolution to denounce and oppose white nationalist and neo-Nazi groups and actions, #14. Support AB 5, #15. Ensure Sustainability of Berkeley Flea Market, #16. Support AB 177 (Election Day Holiday) Action items: #17.. Proposed location Apothecarium Cannabis Retailer, #18. Sanctuary Contracting Ordinance, #19. City Auditor’s quarterly report, #20. Referral Response: 1000 Person Plan to Address Homelessness, #21. Missing Middle – revision to zoning to foster broader range of housing types. #22. Retirement of Council Ad Hoc Subcommittees Immediate - Community Benefits, Urban Shield, Small Business, Automatic Door Openers, March 31, 2019 – Paid Family Leave and Fair Work Week, Climate Emergency,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2019/02_Feb/City_Council__02-26-2019_-_Regular_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
Comment period on the Local Hazard Mitigation plan draft (the Plan for preparing for natural disasters and reducing the impacts) ends February 28.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Mitigation/#Download_the_First_Draft_2019_LHMP
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To Check For Regional Meetings with Berkeley Council Appointees
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Committee_and_Regional_Body_Appointees.aspx
Worth Noting:
Berkeley City Council voted December 11, 2018 to restructure into 6 standing committees. The plan is that City Council will be more efficient if proposed measures, resolutions, ordinances, etc are brought to a standing committee first and flushed out before coming to the full council. The first meeting of the Council Land Use, Housing & Economic Development Policy Committee is Thursday, 10 am and there are important proposals being discussed. For more details of the new structure go to https://www.cityofberkeley.info/citycouncil/
Sunday, February 17, 2019
- No city meetings or events found
- No city meetings or events found
- Tax the Rich Rally, Mon, 4 pm – 5 pm, Top of Solano in front of the closed Oaks theater (soon to be a climbing gym), Rain Cancels
- Berkeley City Council, Tuesday, 6 – 11 pm, 1231 Addison Street, BUSD Board Room, Agenda Consent items: #4. Expanded Winter Shelter, #5. Recruiting for BPD, #6. Sanitary Sewer Rehab, #7. &8. Filling Vacancies Among Elected Representatives of the Poor, #9. Referral to City Manager to develop Ordinance permitting Cannabis Events and Cesar Chavez Park as an approved venue, #10. Resolution to request Gov Newsom declare a CA Homelessness State of Emergency, Action #14. Density Bonus Ordinance, #15. Contract Pride Industries for Citywide Janitorial Services, #16. Cannabis Number of Retail Establishments and Equity Program, #17.a&b. Living Wage Ordinance, #18. Standby Officers, #19.a&b. Assessment Vacant Properties, #20.a&b. Declaration City of Berkeley will not invest in production or upgrading of weapons – current policy limited to guns, #21. Refer to Planning Commission close loophole allowing prospective project applicants to avoid inclusionary affordable housing -in lieu fee by modifying property lines
- Mental Health Commission – Diversity Subcommittee, 6 pm at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Mental_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Commission on Aging, 1 – 3 pm at 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: #4. Convention of the Rights of Persons with Disabilities, #7. Hazard Mitigation Plan, #9. BUSD proposes budget cuts, #10. Pedestrian safety https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Aging_Homepage.aspx
- Commission on Labor, 7 – 9 pm at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Status Updates Equal Pay and recommendation independent audit of city employee wages, Homeless Youth Policy, Anti-Sweatshop Procurement Ordinance https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Labor_Homepage.aspx
- Human Welfare & Community Action Commission, 7 – 9 pm at 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: #4. Community Agency Applications for FY 2020-2023, #5. Bylaws, #6. Review City Funded Agency Program and Financial Reports – East Bay Community Law center, #7. Hazard Mitigation Plan, #8. Positive Behavior Support for Shelter Plus Care Clients, #9. West Berkeley Air Quality, #10. Closure Alta Bates, #11. Recommendations Possible City Actions to Protect Immigrants and DACA, #12. Areas of Poverty in Berkeley https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Human_Welfare_and_Community_Action_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Mental Health Commission – Membership Subcommittee, 10 – 11 am at 2180 Milvia, 2nd Floor, Ironwood Room https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Mental_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Land Use, Housing & Economic Development Committee, 10 am, 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, Redwood Room, Agenda: #2. RFP Development of west Berkeley Service Center, #3. Open Doors Initiative – incentivize creation of starter homes for Berkeley City employees and persons of moderate income, intended to provide assistance to homeowners in R1, R1A zones to renovate properties into multi-family condominiums, #4. Refer to City Manager and Planning Commission to Modify BMC 22.20.065 (the affordable Housing Mitigation Fee Act such that fees are levied based on project’s gross residential floor area, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Land_Use,_Housing___Economic_Development.aspx
- CANCELED - Facilities, Infrastructure, Transportation, Environment and Sustainability, 2 pm, 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, Sequoia Room, Agenda: First meeting, chose Chair, set future agenda, (28 hour notice to meeting - canceled notice came at 5:27 pm)
- Black History Celebration, 6 – 8 pm, at Frances Albrier Community Center, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=15716
- Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board, 7 – 11 pm, 1231 Addison St, Agenda: #5. Special Presentation by Brian Augusta & Assoc, Rent Board Legislative Advocates, AB 53 – Ban the Box on rental applications, SCA 1 – Repealing Article 34 of CA State Constitution which places barriers to the development and acquisition of low-rent of low-rent housing prospects, #6. Video about Byron Rumford trailblazing legislation banning racial discrimination in housing, #8. Appeal, #9. Recommended revisions to Rent Board Agenda production https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Rent_Stabilization_Board/Home/RSB_2019_Feb_21.aspx
- Design Review Committee, 7 – 10 pm at 1947 Center St, Basement Multi-purpose Room
- 2100 San Pablo @ Addison – Design Modification to reduce off street parking, add new gross floor area, modify interior layout of commercial and residential uses of approved 4-story mixed use, 96-unit Residential Care Facility
- 1951 Shattuck @Berkeley Way – demolish 2 existing commercial buildings and construct 120-ft, 12-story mixed-use with 156 residential units and 100-space subterranean parking garage.
- Agenda Item #V. LEED Standards for Buildings http://www.cityofberkeley.info/designreview/
- Sugar-Sweetened Beverage Product Panel of Experts, 6:30 – 9 pm at 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: #4. Media Campaign https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Sugar-Sweetened_Beverage_Product_Panel_of_Experts.aspx
- Transportation Commission, 7 – 10 pm at 1326 Allston Way, Corp Yard, Building A Willow Room, Agenda: B.#1. University Ave. Interchange, #2. Stop Sign Warrants, #3. Work Plan Traffic Circles, Vision Zero, #5. Mission Statement, #6. OneWay CarShare https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Transportation_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- No city meetings or events found
- Forum – Can We Keep Berkeley a Livable City for All? 10 am – 1 pm, at Francis Albrier Recreation Center, 2800 Park St, Agenda: Conversation between Mayor Jesse Arreguin, Planning director and Berkeley Residents from Every Neighborhood, sponsored by Berkeley Neighborhood Council
- Resiliency Fair & Repair Café, 11 am – 3 pm at 1701 San Pablo Ave, Berkeley Adult School, Learn about emergency preparedness, reduce waste, grow and share food, help native habitat thrive, bring your broken item to the Repair Café don’t send it to the trash, for more event info, activities, sponsored by Transition Berkeley https://www.transitionberkeley.org repair café registration https://www.cultureofrepair.org/community-repair-events/ Flyer https://files.constantcontact.com/79bfd5a6601/92faf40f-f5bc-4caf-9d59-b44e45e166c0.pdf
- No city meetings or events found
Berkeley City Council February 26 meeting agenda is posted and available for comment. Email comments to [email protected], Consent items: #3. Dorothy Day House agreement Veterans Memorial Building & Old City Hall, #4. Receipt $150,000 from Kaiser Permanent to support Pathways STAIR Center, #8. $200,000 to clean, paint, repair refuse and recycling bins, #9.
. Sanitary Sewer Rehab and Replacement, #12. Traffic Circle Policy Task Force, #13. Resolution to denounce and oppose white nationalist and neo-Nazi groups and actions, #14. Support AB 5, #15. Ensure Sustainability of Berkeley Flea Market, #16. Support AB 177 (Election Day Holiday) Action items: #17.. Proposed location Apothecarium Cannabis Retailer, #18. Sanctuary Contracting Ordinance, #19. City Auditor’s quarterly report, #20. Referral Response: 1000 Person Plan to Address Homelessness, #21. Missing Middle – revision to zoning to foster broader range of housing types. #22. Retirement of Council Ad Hoc Subcommittees Immediate - Community Benefits, Urban Shield, Small Business, Automatic Door Openers, March 31, 2019 – Paid Family Leave and Fair Work Week, Climate Emergency,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2019/02_Feb/City_Council__02-26-2019_-_Regular_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
Comment period on the Local Hazard Mitigation plan draft (the Plan for preparing for natural disasters and reducing the impacts) ends February 28.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Mitigation/#Download_the_First_Draft_2019_LHMP
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To Check For Regional Meetings with Berkeley Council Appointees
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Committee_and_Regional_Body_Appointees.aspx
Week February 10 - February 17, 2019
Worth Noting:
Berkeley City Council February 19 meeting agenda is posted and available for comment. Email comments to [email protected], Agenda items: #10. Resolution to request Gov Newsom declare a CA Homelessness State of Emergency, #14. Density Bonus Ordinance, #15. Contract Pride Industries for Citywide Janitorial Services, #16. Cannabis Number of Retail Establishments and Equity Program, #17.a&b. Living Wage Ordinance, #18. Standby Officers, #19.a&b. Assessment Vacant Properties, #20.a&b. Declaration City of Berkeley will not invest in production or upgrading of weapons – current policy limited to guns, #21. Refer to Planning Commission close loophole allowing prospective project applicants to avoid inclusionary affordable housing -in lieu fee by modifying property lines https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Comment period on the Local Hazard Mitigation plan draft (the Plan for preparing for natural disasters and reducing the impacts) ends February 28.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Mitigation/#Download_the_First_Draft_2019_LHMP
Sunday, February 10, 2019
Worth Noting:
Berkeley City Council February 19 meeting agenda is posted and available for comment. Email comments to [email protected], Agenda items: #10. Resolution to request Gov Newsom declare a CA Homelessness State of Emergency, #14. Density Bonus Ordinance, #15. Contract Pride Industries for Citywide Janitorial Services, #16. Cannabis Number of Retail Establishments and Equity Program, #17.a&b. Living Wage Ordinance, #18. Standby Officers, #19.a&b. Assessment Vacant Properties, #20.a&b. Declaration City of Berkeley will not invest in production or upgrading of weapons – current policy limited to guns, #21. Refer to Planning Commission close loophole allowing prospective project applicants to avoid inclusionary affordable housing -in lieu fee by modifying property lines https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Comment period on the Local Hazard Mitigation plan draft (the Plan for preparing for natural disasters and reducing the impacts) ends February 28.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Mitigation/#Download_the_First_Draft_2019_LHMP
Sunday, February 10, 2019
- No city meetings or events found
- Berkeley City Council Agenda Committee, Monday, 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm, 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Conf Room, Agenda Planning for February 26, City Council Meeting: Consent items: #3. Dorothy Day House agreement Veterans Memorial Building & Old City Hall, #4. Receipt $150,000 from Kaiser Permanent to support Pathways STAIR Center, #8. $200,000 to clean, paint, repair refuse and recycling bins, #9.
. Sanitary Sewer Rehab and Replacement, #11. Resolution to denounce and oppose white nationalist and neo-Nazi groups and actions, Action items: #14. Proposed location Apothecarium Cannabis Retailer, #15. Sanctuary Contracting Ordinance, #16. Retirement of Council Ad Hoc Subcommittees Immediate - Community Benefits, Urban Shield, Small Business, Automatic Door Openers, March 31, 2019 – Paid Family Leave and Fair Work Week, Climate Emergency, #18. Traffic Circle Policy Task Force, #19. Sustainability Berkeley Flea Market, #20. Open Doors Initiative – R1-R1A to renovate homes to become multi-family condominiums and limit sale to employees of City of Berkeley or first time moderate income home buyers, #21. Modify In Lieu Mitigation to be based on gross residential floor area rather than number of units, #22. Missing Middle – revision to zoning to foster broader range of housing types. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Agenda_Committee__2019_Index.aspx
- Tax the Rich Rally, Mon, 4 pm – 5 pm, Top of Solano in front of the closed Oaks theater (soon to be a climbing gym), Rain Cancels
- No city meetings or events found
- Board of Library Trustees Special Meeting, 2 pm at 1901 Russell St, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library, Agenda item: Governance Work Session with Moss Adams LLP https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
- Homeless Commission, 7 pm – 9 pm at 2180 Milvia, 1st Floor Cypress Room, Agenda items: #6. Recommending inclusionary housing over Housing Trust Fund monies for new developments, #7. Housing subsidy discrimination, #9. Conflicts of interest and recusals from RFP discussions, #10. Community Agency Funding proposals https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Homeless_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Parks and Waterfront Commission, 7 pm – 9 pm at 2800 Park St, Frances Albrier Community Center, Agenda items: #10. Extend subcommittee Off Leash Dog Area at Cesar Chavez Park, #11. T1, #12. Funding 4th of July Festival, #13. Local Hazard Mitigation Plan, #14, Irregular compliance of leash law at Cesar Chavez Park, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Parks_and_Waterfront_Commission.aspx
- Police Review Commission, 7 pm – 10 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda items: #9. A. Lexipol Policy 425 body-worn cameras, b. afteraction reports, c. Lexipol policies, d. BPD response to changing role of Black Block to Antifa – making protests safer, e. Communications subject to Public record Requests, f. Response to mental health crisis – role BPD and mental health services, #10. a. Procedures and time limits for debate, b. commendations BPD personnel, BPD MOU (formerly Mutual Aid Pacts), NACOLE Regional Training & Networking event https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Public Works Commission – Undergrounding Subcommittee, 4 pm at 1947 Center St, 4th Floor, Agenda: #3. A. Phase 3 study, B. Natural conditions creating increased urban wildfire and earthquakes, C. Berkeley’s preparation hazard mitigation plan, emergency preparedness, evacuation routes, D. Preliminary identification of arterial and collector streets for utility undergrounding https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Public_Works_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Community Environmental Advisory Commission, 7 pm – 9 pm at 1901 Russell St, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library, Agenda: Discussion/Action items #1. Local Hazard Mitigation Plan, #2. Audubon Society presentation on Bird-Friendly Architecture, #3. Bee City Initiative, #4. Cigarette-Butt Pilot Project, 6. CO2 Labels for Gas Stations https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Community_Environmental_Advisory_Commission/
- Zoning Adjustments Board, 7 pm – 11:30 pm at 1234 Addison, BUSD Board Room, Agenda:
- 1605 Solano – add medical practitioner office to holistic day spa, on consent
- 2119 Eighth St – construct 2-story detached single famile dwelling at rear of parcel, reduce set-back, staff recommend approve
- 1940 Haste – relocate existing 3-story building to back, relocate 2028 Bancroft Way 2-story residential building to front of lot, relocate or waive parking, staff recommend continue
- 2025 Durant – remove 26 parking spaces on ground floor to construct 2 dwelling units and common space, staff recommend approve
- 2028 Bancroft Way – relocate existing building to 1940 Haste, construct 6-story residential with 37 dwellings (including 2 below market rate) staff recommend approve https://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
- No city meetings or events found
- No city meetings or events found
- No city meetings or events found
Week February 3 - February 10, 2019
Worth Noting:
City Council Tuesday Presentation on Wildfire Safety Planning is a must attend – Consider: a wildfire in Wildcat Canyon could burn down Kensington in 8 minutes., Berkeley could go up in an hour. If you own a car, did you know always parking facing the street might save your life or your neighbors’ in an emergency evacuation? There are steps to take to reduce fire risk. (See note ** and links at the end of this email)
Thursday is the East Bay Electrification Expo: Fight Climate Change in a clean energy home. The expo is free and pre-registration is recommended to participate in workshops
Sunday, February 3, 2019
**Before the Disaster and Fire Safety Commission began on January 23, 2019, Fire Chief Brannigan was asked to comment on the rumor that the Fire Chief for Kensington had stated if there was a fire in Wildcat Canyon, Kensington could burn down in 8 minutes. Chief Brannigan’s response, “that sounds about right” He went on to explain embers carried by the wind can start a new fire a mile away. With climate change, fires are burning hotter, faster and more unpredictably.
The Dec 30, 2018 LA Times article “Here’s how Paradise ignored warnings and became a deathtrap” includes references to the 1991 Oakland Berkeley Hills Firestorm.
https://www.latimes.com/local/california/la-me-camp-fire-deathtrap-20181230-story.html
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To Check For Regional Meetings with Berkeley Council Appointees
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Committee_and_Regional_Body_Appointees.aspx
Worth Noting:
City Council Tuesday Presentation on Wildfire Safety Planning is a must attend – Consider: a wildfire in Wildcat Canyon could burn down Kensington in 8 minutes., Berkeley could go up in an hour. If you own a car, did you know always parking facing the street might save your life or your neighbors’ in an emergency evacuation? There are steps to take to reduce fire risk. (See note ** and links at the end of this email)
Thursday is the East Bay Electrification Expo: Fight Climate Change in a clean energy home. The expo is free and pre-registration is recommended to participate in workshops
Sunday, February 3, 2019
- No city meetings or events found
- Agenda Committee, Monday, 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm, 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Conf Room, Agenda: Planning for February 19, City Council Meeting 6. MOU $250,000 explore viability of ferry service and public recreation pier at Berkeley Marina 8. Sewer Rehabilitation, 9.&10. Fill vacancies in Human Welfare and Community action Commission, 14. Density Bonus, 15.16.&21. Cannabis 17. a.&b. Living Wage 18. Standby Officiers 19. a.&b. Vacant Properties assessment, 20. a.&b. prohibition of investing City funds in weapons vs limiting to gun manufacturers, 22. Declaring Homelessness a Sate of Emergency, 23. Close loophole for avoiding mitigation fee thru property line manipulation, 24. Analysis Zoning code to expand #units on lot – missing middle https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Agenda_Committee__2019_Index.aspx
- Children, Youth and Recreation Commission, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 2800 Park St, Frances Albrier Community Center at San Pablo Park, Agenda: Community agency Grant Review https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Children_Youth_and_Recreation_Commission/
- Peace and Justice Commission, 7:00 pm – 2180 Milvia, 1st Floor Cypress Room , Agenda: 10. Local Hazard Mitigation Plan https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Peace_and_Justice_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Personnel Board, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Conference Room, Agenda: Revision Aquatics Coordinator Classification, Extension Provisional Senior Management Analyst, Extension Temporary Director of Health, Housing and Community Services https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Personnel_Board_Homepage.aspx
- Tax the Rich Rally, Canceled - Rain
- Berkeley City Council, - Worksession 6:00 pm – 11:00 pm, 1231 Addison Street, BUSD Board Room, Presentations: 1. Pedestrian Master Plan, 2. Small Business Support, 3. Wildfire Safety Planning https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2019/02_Feb/City_Council__02-05-2019_-_Special_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
- Ad-Hoc Subcommittee on Climate Emergency, 11:30 am – 1:00 pm, 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Conf Room, Agenda: TBA https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Adhoc_Committee_on_Climate_Emergency/
- Board of Library Trustees, 6:30 pm, 1901 Russell St, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library, https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
- Commission on Disability, 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: 5. Service Animals, 7. IKE Smart City Kiosks disability access, 8. Co-op Community Living proposal, E-Scooter, 2019 Local Hazard Mitigation Plan
- https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Disability_Homepage.aspx
- Community Health Commission – Policy Subcommittee, 3:30 pm, 2801 Telegraph, Mudrakers Café, Agenda: Review of current legislative items
- https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Community_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Planning Commission, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 1947 Center Street, Agenda: 10. Green Affordable Housing Package referral – Reduce/eliminate parking requirement for developments with affordable units, 11. Hazard Mitigation Plan, 12. Student Housing Letter
- https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- East Bay Electrification Expo, 3:00 pm – 8:00 pm, 3075 Adeline, Ed Roberts Campus, Expo is free, Fight Climate Change with a Clean Energy Home, demonstrations, latest advances in water heaters, heating/cooling systems, induction cooktop https://ecologycenter.org/events/east-bay-electrification-expo-fight-climate-change-in-a-clean-energy-home/ https://350bayarea.org/event/east-bay-electrification-expo
- Cannabis Commission, 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm, 2180 Milvia St, 6th Floor, Agenda: B. Cooperatives/collectives, D. Equity https://www.cityofberkeley.info/MedicalCannabis/
- Housing Advisory Commission, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: 7. 2001 Ashby Predevelopment Loan, 9. Community Development Block grant, 11. Smoking Ban Multifamily Housing, 12. Establish Protocol for the Bi-Annual Housing Policy Report, 13. Student District Density Bonus http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Housing_Advisory_Commission/
- Landmarks Preservation Commission, 7:00 pm – 11:30 pm, 1947 Center St, Multipurpose Room, Basement, Agenda: 5. Hazard Mitigation Plan http://www.cityofberkeley.info/landmarkspreservationcommission/
- 1440 Hawthorne Terrace – Landmark or Structure of Merit, Marsh House and Gardens
- 1450 Hawthorne Terrace - Landmark or Structure of Merit, Sperry-McLaughlin House and Gardens
- 2580 Bancroft Way – Final Design Fred Turner Building
- 1414 Walnut – Structural Alteration Permit
- Public Works Commission, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 1326 Allston Way, Willow Room, City of Berkeley Corporation Yard , Agenda: Not Posted https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Public_Works_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Soulful African American History Celebration, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm, 1730 Oregon St, Martin Luther King Jr. Youth Center, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=15712
- Berkeley City Reduced Services Day
- No city meetings or events found
- No city meetings or events found
**Before the Disaster and Fire Safety Commission began on January 23, 2019, Fire Chief Brannigan was asked to comment on the rumor that the Fire Chief for Kensington had stated if there was a fire in Wildcat Canyon, Kensington could burn down in 8 minutes. Chief Brannigan’s response, “that sounds about right” He went on to explain embers carried by the wind can start a new fire a mile away. With climate change, fires are burning hotter, faster and more unpredictably.
The Dec 30, 2018 LA Times article “Here’s how Paradise ignored warnings and became a deathtrap” includes references to the 1991 Oakland Berkeley Hills Firestorm.
https://www.latimes.com/local/california/la-me-camp-fire-deathtrap-20181230-story.html
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To Check For Regional Meetings with Berkeley Council Appointees
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Committee_and_Regional_Body_Appointees.aspx
Week January 27 - February 3, 2019
Worth Noting:
Appeals to City Council of Projects Approved by Zoning Adjustment Board
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Mitigation/#Download_the_First_Draft_2019_LHMP
Sunday, January 27, 2019
Worth Noting:
Appeals to City Council of Projects Approved by Zoning Adjustment Board
- Tuesday (agenda item 14.) - 1155-1173 Hearst - location in Strawberry Creek Watershed prone to seasonal flooding, rehabilitation/development adds 11 units and eliminates 6 (currently occupied) rent controlled units and rented house,
- Thursday 6:00 pm – 2190 Shattuck – 18 story @ Allston & Shattuck obstructs view of Golden Gate from Campanile Way Plaza (base Sather Tower). Appeal to lower building height to preserve view, appellants support development of lower height mixed-use building at site
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Mitigation/#Download_the_First_Draft_2019_LHMP
Sunday, January 27, 2019
- No city meetings or events found
- Public Works Commission –Subcommittee Measure T1, 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm, 2180 Milvia, Cypress Room, 1st Floor, Agenda: T1 prioritization https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Public_Works_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Children, Youth and Recreation Commission, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 2800 Park St, Frances Albrier Community Center at San Pablo Park, Agenda: 10. Community Agency Grant Application Review https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Children_Youth_and_Recreation_Commission/
- Zero Waste Commission, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: 8. Types of Plastics accepted in recycling, 9. Hazard mitigation Plan, 10. Deconstruction Building 802 at Oakland Port video on you tube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v6F0JRUH8WI&feature=youtu.be https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Zero_Waste_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Tax the Rich Rally, Mon, 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm, Rain Cancels Top of Solano in front of the closed Oaks theater (soon to be a climbing gym),
- Berkeley City Council, 6:00 pm – 11:00 pm, 1231 Addison Street, BUSD Board Room, Consent Agenda: 7. Guidelines for Developing and writing Council agenda Items, 12. Vision Zero elimination pedestrian, bike traffic injuries/fatalities, Action Agenda:13. Residential Preferential Parking (RPP) sections 5th Street, MLK Jr. Way, 14. ZAB Appeal 1155-1173 Hearst, 15. Density Bonus, 16. a.&b. Living Wage Ordinance, 17. Resolution denouncing white nationalist and neo-Nazi groups including actions, 18. Sanctuary Contracting Ordinance https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2019/01_Jan/City_Council__01-29-2019_-_Regular_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
- Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board – Tenant Rights Workshop, 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm, 2090 Kittredge, Berkeley Central Library, 3rd Floor Community Room, http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
- No city meetings found
- Berkeley City Council, 1231 Addison Street, BUSD Board Room,
- 4:30 pm – Closed session Anticipated Litigation
- 6:00 pm – ZAB appeal 2190 Shattuck, corner Shattuck & Allston (Walgreen’s) https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2019/01_Jan/City_Council__01-31-2019_Special_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
- No city meetings or events found
- No city meetings or events found
- No city meetings or events found
Week January 20 - January 27, 2019
Worth Noting:
Sunday, January 20, 2019
No city meetings or events found
Worth Noting:
- Wednesday, January 23 Disaster and Fire Safety Commission agenda includes Evacuation, Alerting and Hills Fire Safety
- Saturday, January 26 Assembly District 15 Democratic Party Elections of 14 delegates and one executive board member is 9:45 am – 12:30 pm https://www.adems.vote/ad15/
- January 29 City Council meeting agenda is available for comment https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2019/01_Jan/City_Council__01-29-2019_-_Regular_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
- The deadline for Commissions and the community to comment on the Local Hazard Mitigation plan draft (the Plan for preparing for natural disasters and reducing the impacts) is February 28. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Mitigation/#Download_the_First_Draft_2019_LHMP
Sunday, January 20, 2019
- No city meetings or events found
- Tax the Rich Rally, Mon, 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm, Rain Cancels Top of Solano in front of the closed Oaks theater (soon to be a climbing gym),
- Berkeley City Council, Tuesday, 6:00 pm – 11:00 pm, 1231 Addison Street, BUSD Board Room, Consent Agenda: 2. Second reading rezoning 1050 Parker (note requested modification at ZAB Jan 24 plus over 200 parking spaces) 19. SB 18 Keep Californians Housed Act, Action Agenda: 22.& 24 a.&b. Single use disposable food containers, 23. Consider Boycotting Amazon for labor practices and cooperation with ICE, 24 a.&b. Green Stormwater Infrastructure https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2019/01_Jan/City_Council__01-22-2019_-_Regular_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
- Civic Arts Commission, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm, 1901 Russell St, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library, Agenda: Final Grants Guidelines, John Toki “s-Hertogenbosch” sculpture relocation, Public Art Display programs, proposed Ohlone Mural plantings and Jean LeMarr stone sculpture https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CivicArtsCommissionHomepage/
- Disaster and Fire Safety Commission, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 997 Cedar St, Fire Department Training Center, Agenda: Support for Wildfire Evacuation, Emergency Alerting and Public Education, Hazard Mitigation Plan, Access-Functional Needs Considerations for Emergency Evacuation, Hills Fire Safety https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Disaster_and_Fire_Safety_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Energy Commission, 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1947 Center St, Agenda: Electrification Expo Update, Recommendations Fossil Free Subcommittee, Hazard Mitigation Plan, T1 recommendations https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Energy_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Loan Administration Board, 9:00 am – 4:50 pm, 2887 College Ave, Anton Salon (Board meeting and first “lab”), Agenda: Board meeting with visits to 8 sites, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Loan_Admin_Board.aspx
- Police Review Commission, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Lexipol policies including body-worn cameras, Commissioner training, after action reports, crowd control management policies, response to mental health crisis, delivery mental health services https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Commission on the Status of Women, 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 2180 Milvia, NO AGENDA posted, check before going https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_the_Status_of_Women_Homepage.aspx
- Community Health Commission, 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 2939 Ellis St. South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Presentations: Mitigation Plan, Food Insecurity in Berkeley, Cannabis Equity Fund, Public Health Institute Cannabis Update, Action: Ban on flavored cannabis and tobacco, number of cannabis outlets https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Community_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Mental Health Commission, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1947 Center St, Agenda: Hazard Mitigation Plan, Planning for May – Mental Health Month https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Mental_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Zoning Adjustments Board, 7:00 pm – 11:30 pm, 1234 Addison, BUSD Board Room, http://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
- 2016 Shattuck - add distilled spirits, Lucia’s Pizzeria
- 2009 Addison – modification to allow vacant dwelling units to be rented to other non-profits, original demolition of existing commercial building and construction of 7-story mixed use with 45 rent-free dwelling units to be occupied exclusively by Berkeley Rep theater professionals
- 2418 Acton - construct new 2-story single family residence w/attached garage on vacant lot in R-2
- 1050 Parker – modification to allow previously approved but not yet constructed 60,670 sq ft building w/20,300 sq ft medical office and 40,300 sq ft R&D to be 100% medical offices, 115 auto parking, 46 bicycle spaces on site, 88 auto spaces off-site
- Pardee Block Parking Lot (1010, 1014, 1016 Carleton, 2700, 2712, 2714 Tenth, 1001, 1003, 1013 Pardee 43847 sq ft parking lot for 1050 Parker St and existing businesses total 123 parking spaces, 18 bicycle spaces
- 2628 Shattuck – demolish 2-story care facility building and construct5-story mixed use with 78 dwelling units, and to increase building height and to reduce the required setbacks and residential parking requirement
- 1444 Fifth St – construct 4 detached 3-story single family dwellings on vacant lot, approx.1900 sq ft each, ave height 33 ft,
- No city meetings found
- Assembly District 15 ADEM Elections, 9:45am-12:30pm, Emeryville Center for Community Life (ECCL) gym, 47th Street and San Pablo Ave
- The California Democratic Party's Assembly District Election Meetings (ADEMs) are held every 2 years. Each assembly district elects 14 delegates and one executive board member. They join other party members at statewide conventions to vote on candidate, ballot measure, and policy endorsements, and also elect California Democratic Party officers.
- There is a Progressive Labor Slate running, led by Wendy Bloom. https://www.adems.vote/ad15/ Wendy Bloom (Executive Board candidate), Andrea Mullarkey, Mabel Lam, Ada Recinos, Kate Harrison, Courtney Welch, Bobbi Lopez, Keane Chukwuneta, Soli Alpert, Alfred Twu, Kacey Carpenter, Sam Davis, Devin Murphy, Xavier Johnson
- To vote in this election, you must be a registered Democrat in Assembly District 15. Same-day voter registration will be available at the event
No city meetings or events found
Week January 13 - January 20, 2019
Women’s Marches in Oakland and San Francisco are Saturday January 19
Berkeley City Council Work Session on Tuesday, January 15 includes Future Development of North Berkeley BART and recommendations
January 22 City Council meeting agenda is available for comment
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2019/01_Jan/City_Council__01-22-2019_-_Regular_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
January 24 Zoning Adjustment Board agenda available for comment includes 1050 Parker
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
January 26 Assembly District 15 Democratic Party Elections of 14 delegates and one executive board member is 9:45 am – 12:30 pm
https://www.adems.vote/ad15/
The deadline for Commissions and the community to comment on the Local Hazard Mitigation plan draft (the Plan for preparing for natural disasters and reducing the impacts) is February 28.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Mitigation/#Download_the_First_Draft_2019_LHMP
Please note new locations of Commission meetings. The North Berkeley Senior Center is closed for renovation until mid 2020.
Sunday, January 13, 2019
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Saturday, January 26, 2019
Assembly District 15 ADEM Elections, 9:45am-12:30pm, Emeryville Center for Community Life (ECCL) gym, 47th Street and San Pablo Ave
The California Democratic Party's Assembly District Election Meetings (ADEMs) are held every 2 years. Each assembly district elects 14 delegates and one executive board member. They join other party members at statewide conventions to vote on candidate, ballot measure, and policy endorsements, and also elect California Democratic Party officers.
There is a Progressive Labor Slate running, led by Wendy Bloom. https://www.adems.vote/ad15/
Wendy Bloom (Executive Board candidate), Andrea Mullarkey, Mabel Lam, Ada Recinos, Kate Harrison, Courtney Welch, Bobbi Lopez
Keane Chukwuneta, Soli Alpert, Alfred Twu, Kacey Carpenter, Sam Davis, Devin Murphy, Xavier Johnson
To vote in this election, you must be a registered Democrat in Assembly District 15. Same-day voter registration will be available at the event
Women’s Marches in Oakland and San Francisco are Saturday January 19
Berkeley City Council Work Session on Tuesday, January 15 includes Future Development of North Berkeley BART and recommendations
January 22 City Council meeting agenda is available for comment
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2019/01_Jan/City_Council__01-22-2019_-_Regular_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
January 24 Zoning Adjustment Board agenda available for comment includes 1050 Parker
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
January 26 Assembly District 15 Democratic Party Elections of 14 delegates and one executive board member is 9:45 am – 12:30 pm
https://www.adems.vote/ad15/
The deadline for Commissions and the community to comment on the Local Hazard Mitigation plan draft (the Plan for preparing for natural disasters and reducing the impacts) is February 28.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Mitigation/#Download_the_First_Draft_2019_LHMP
Please note new locations of Commission meetings. The North Berkeley Senior Center is closed for renovation until mid 2020.
Sunday, January 13, 2019
- No city meetings or events found
- Children, Youth and Recreation Commission, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 2800 Park St, Frances Albrier Community Center at San Pablo Park, Agenda: Special meeting Community Agency Grant RFP Process https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Children_Youth_and_Recreation_Commission/
- Police Review Commission Lexipol Policies Subcommittee, 6:00 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Youth Commission, 6:30 pm, 1730 Oregon St, Martin Luther King Jr. Youth Services Center, Agenda: Gender Neutral Bathrooms, Homelessness among Youth https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Youth_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Tax the Rich Rally, Mon, 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm, Rain Cancels Top of Solano in front of the closed Oaks theater (soon to be a climbing gym),
- Berkeley City Council, Tuesday, 6:00 pm – 11:00 pm, 1231 Addison Street, BUSD Board Room, Agenda: Measure O Implementation, Measure P Funding, North Berkeley BART Zoning and Future Development, North Berkeley Site Recommendations https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
- Ad-Hoc Subcommittee on Climate Emergency, 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm, 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, Redwood Room Agenda: EBCE (East Bay Community Energy), Presentation on Resiliency Hubs & BUSD Sustainability Project, Town Halls and Partnership with UCB https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Adhoc_Committee_on_Climate_Emergency/
- Animal Care Commission, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1 Bolivar Drive, Berkeley Animal Shelter, Agenda: Revisit Commission recommendations on number of dogs (from 4 to 8) walked by a single person and referred by Council to Parks & Waterfront Commission https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Animal_Care_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Commission on Aging, 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Presentations on Plans for West Berkeley Service Center, Paratransit, Aging Services Manager https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Aging_Homepage.aspx
- Commission on Labor, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Homeless Youth Policy subcommittee, Fair Workweek Requirements, Paid Family Leave, Minimum wage ordinance, UCB management anti-union stance regarding student labor solidarity https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Labor_Homepage.aspx
- Human Welfare & Community Action Commission, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Community Agency Applications for FY 2020-2023 Funding, By-Laws, Program & Financial reports Through the Looking Glass – Berkeley Parenting and Disability Project, Hazard Mitigation Plan, Shelter Plus Care Clients, W. Berkeley Air Quality, Areas of Poverty in Berkeley https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Human_Welfare_and_Community_Action_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Planning Commission, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 1947 Center Street, Basement Multipurpose Room, Agenda: Public Hearing Tentative tract 2747 San Pablo, encouraging Student Housing in Southside, Local hazard Mitigation Plan, election of officers https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board, 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm, 1231 Addison, http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
- Design Review Committee, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 1947 Center St, Multi-purpose Room Basement,
- 2072 Addison St – demolish 1-story commercial building, construct 7-story mixed use building, commercial 1st floor, 66 dwelling units – Preliminary Review Majority Recommendations
- 2198 San Pablo – demolish 1-story commercial building, construct 6-story mixed use, with 3 live-work, 56 dwellings, 20 stacked parking spaces, 44 bicycle spaces – Advisory comments, http://www.cityofberkeley.info/designreview/
- Joint Subcommittee for the Implementation of State Housing Laws, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Room, Agenda: Work Plan, Calendar, Elections, Democratized Planning, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Joint_Subcommittee_for_the_Implementation_of_State_Housing_Laws_Homepage.aspx
- Sugar-Sweetened Beverage Product Panel of Experts, 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Local Hazard Mitigation Plan https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Sugar-Sweetened_Beverage_Product_Panel_of_Experts.aspx
- Transportation Commission, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 1326 Allston Way, Corp Yard, Agenda: T1, Pedestrian Plan, Election Officers, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Transportation_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Cheryl Davila Open Office Hours, 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm, 1122 University Ave, Algorithm Coffee Company, https://www.algorithmcoffee.co
- Women’s March Oakland, 10:00 am – 3:00 pm, Lake Merritt Amphitheater, https://www.eventbrite.com/e/womens-march-oakland-2019-tickets-50802485602
- Women’s March San Francisco, 11:30 am Rally Civic Center, 1:30 pm March Civic Center to Embarcadero 1.7 mi, https://www.eventbrite.com/e/womens-march-san-francisco-2019-tickets-50992981380
- No city meetings or events found
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Saturday, January 26, 2019
Assembly District 15 ADEM Elections, 9:45am-12:30pm, Emeryville Center for Community Life (ECCL) gym, 47th Street and San Pablo Ave
The California Democratic Party's Assembly District Election Meetings (ADEMs) are held every 2 years. Each assembly district elects 14 delegates and one executive board member. They join other party members at statewide conventions to vote on candidate, ballot measure, and policy endorsements, and also elect California Democratic Party officers.
There is a Progressive Labor Slate running, led by Wendy Bloom. https://www.adems.vote/ad15/
Wendy Bloom (Executive Board candidate), Andrea Mullarkey, Mabel Lam, Ada Recinos, Kate Harrison, Courtney Welch, Bobbi Lopez
Keane Chukwuneta, Soli Alpert, Alfred Twu, Kacey Carpenter, Sam Davis, Devin Murphy, Xavier Johnson
To vote in this election, you must be a registered Democrat in Assembly District 15. Same-day voter registration will be available at the event
Week December 30, 2018 - January 6, 2019
Very light week ahead with only the Board of Library Trustees and Housing Advisory Commission meeting.
As you plan ahead for 2019, please note that the North Berkeley Senior Center will be under renovation until mid-2020. Boards and Commissions normally meeting at the North Berkeley Senior Center will be relocated.
Sunday, December 30, 2018
Indivisible Berkeley engage in local, state and national events, actions, town halls and election mobilizations https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/actions
Very light week ahead with only the Board of Library Trustees and Housing Advisory Commission meeting.
As you plan ahead for 2019, please note that the North Berkeley Senior Center will be under renovation until mid-2020. Boards and Commissions normally meeting at the North Berkeley Senior Center will be relocated.
Sunday, December 30, 2018
- No city meetings or events found
- No city meetings or events found
- Tax the Rich Rally, Mon, 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm, Top of Solano in front of the closed Oaks theater (soon to be a climbing gym), (Ocupella will be away at Camp Harmony)
- Enjoy New Year’s Day
- Board of Library Trustees, 6:30 pm, 1901 Russell St, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library, Agenda: MOSS report (organizational assessment report) https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
- Housing Advisory Commission, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: 2019 Update to Hazard Mitigation Plan, Code Enforcement, Recommendation to Reissue RFP to consider Measure O Funds, Measure O Oversigt, Measure P Homeless Services Panel of Experts, Recommendation to Council to endorse AB 10, SB 18, SCA 1, Recommendations to Joint Subcommittee for Implementation of State Housing Law, Housing Innovations https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Housing_Advisory_Commission/
- No city meetings or events found
- No city meetings or events found
- No city meetings or events found
Indivisible Berkeley engage in local, state and national events, actions, town halls and election mobilizations https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/actions
Week December 16 - December 23, 2018
The City meeting schedule is light as the holidays approach and Council goes on Winter Recess from December 20 – January 22, 2019
Sunday, December 16, 2018
The meeting list is posted in the Berkeley Daily Planet under Berkeley Activist’s Calendar
www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
The meeting list is also posted on the Sustainable Berkeley Coalition website.
http://www.sustainableberkeleycoalition.com/whats-ahead.html
When notices of meetings are found that are posted after Friday 5:00 pm they are added to the website schedule https://www.sustainableberkeleycoalition.com/whats-ahead.html and preceded by LATE ENTRY
The City meeting schedule is light as the holidays approach and Council goes on Winter Recess from December 20 – January 22, 2019
Sunday, December 16, 2018
- No City sponsored events found
- Support Leonard Powell and Friends of Adeline, 10:30 am, Alameda County Superior Court, 24405 Amador, Hayward, Dept 511, Leonard Powell 1911 Harmon is being sued by City of Berkeley for court payment for $700,000 for remodel (repairs) required by Notice of Substandard Conditions
- Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board, 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm, 2134 MLK Jr. Way, Agenda: Oath of Office, election Chair,Vice-Chair, Senate Bill 18, http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
- Tax the Rich rally with Occupella sing along, 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm on Solano, in front of the closed Oaks Theater, rain cancels
- No City sponsored events or meetings found
- Planning Commission, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, No Agenda posted, no cancellation notice, check before going https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Design Review Committee, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda:
- 1717 University – Preliminary Design Review Modification, add 1 studio unit in 5-story, 57’8” tall mixed use with 29 dwellings, 6 auto and 40 bicycle parking spaces
- 2628 Shattuck – Continued Preliminary Design Review, demolish single story care facility, construct 6-story mixed use with 78 dwellings, 45 vehicle and 65 bicycle parking spaces
- 1951 Shattuck - Advisory Comments, demolish 2 existing commercial buildings, construct 120 ft, 12-story mixed use with 156 dwelling units, 100 space subterranean parking garage, http://www.cityofberkeley.info/designreview/
- Visit from Santa, 11:00 am – 1:00 pm, Frances Albrier Community Center, San Pablo Park https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=15604
- No City sponsored events or meetings found
- No City Sponsored events found
- No City Sponsored events found
The meeting list is posted in the Berkeley Daily Planet under Berkeley Activist’s Calendar
www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
The meeting list is also posted on the Sustainable Berkeley Coalition website.
http://www.sustainableberkeleycoalition.com/whats-ahead.html
When notices of meetings are found that are posted after Friday 5:00 pm they are added to the website schedule https://www.sustainableberkeleycoalition.com/whats-ahead.html and preceded by LATE ENTRY
Week December 9 - December 16, 2018
Sunday, December 9, 2018
The meeting list is posted in the Berkeley Daily Planet under Berkeley Activist’s Calendar
www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
Sunday, December 9, 2018
- No City Sponsored events found
- Housing Advisory Commission – Housing Trust Fund Subcommittee, 2:00 pm, 2180 Milvia, Dogwood Conf. Room, Agenda: Recommendation to Reissue RFP to Consider Measure O Funds, Proposals Received 1638 Stuart (Land Trust), 1900 alcatraz (Satellite Affordable Housing ), Predevelopment Loan for 2001 ashby http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Housing_Advisory_Commission/
- Youth Commission, 6:30 pm, 1730 Oregon St, Martin Luther King Jr. Youth Services Center, Agenda: team Building Exercise, Response to San Pablo Shooting, Youth Homelessness, Gender Neutral Bathrooms, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Youth_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Tax the Rich rally with Occupella sing along, Cancelled
- CNA – CHE – Press Conference 4:45 pm, 2180 Milvia, Stand Up to Save Alta Bates
- Berkeley City Council, Tuesday, 6:00 pm – 11:00 pm, 1231 Addison, BUSD Board Room, (last scheduled meeting before winter break) Agenda: 4. Authorization to Study economic and fiscal impacts of UC Berkeley on City of Berkeley, 8. Authorize Citywide Restroom Assessment, 9. Authorize analysis of fees and other impacts on development project feasibility, 12. 5-yr Contract for Electric Vehicle Charging Stations, 13. Measure M. Street Rehabilitation Project, 14. Support SB3342 – Housing, Opportunity, Mobility and Equity Act, 15. 5-yr Street Rehabilitation Plan, 16. a.&b. Single Use Foodware and Litter Reduction Plan, 20. Establish Traffic Circle Policy Task Force, 21. Send Letter to Sutter Health requesting a plan to Retrofit/Rebuild Alta Bates or sell to another operator, 23. Expand control of flavored tobacco, 24. Refer to City Manager to establish RV waste discharge facility on City Property and equitable administrative fee program. B. Reclassify Zoning for 1050 Parker / 2621 Tenth Street from Light Industrial to Commercial to allow for 4-story / 50 ft height, Adopt CEQA findings, C. Structure for Standing Policy Committees, D. Provide Direction to City Manager and Planning Dept on Number of Cannabis Retail Establishments and Creation of Equity Program, E. Short Term Referral to Planning Commission and Design Review Urban Forestry Ordinance Requiring Tree Planting upon Completion of New Residential and Certain Alterations, F. a.&b. Mandatory and Recommended Green Stormwater Infrastructure in New and Existing Redevelopments or Properties, 26. Referral to City Manager to Update Housing Pipeline Report to Address Timeline between Planning Entitlements and Submission of Building Permit Applications and consider Reasons for Delay, 27. Single Use Disposable Foodware and Litter Reduction Ordinance. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2018/12_Dec/City_Council__12-11-2018_-_Regular_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
- Board of Library Trustees, 6:30 pm, 1901 Russell St, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library, Agenda: Presentation Berkeley Public Library Foundation, Budget Priorities for the FY 2020 & 2021 https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
- Police Review Commission, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Subcommittee reports & action Homeless Encampments, Safety for Sex Workers, Lexipol Policies, Body-worn Cameras Policy, Temporary Custody of Juveniles, Adult abuse, Discriminatory Harassment, Child Abuse, BPD Reponse to August 5, 2018 Protests, Pre-emptive confiscation of Sound Truck, Audio recordings, communications using personal devices, Letter to Manager/City Council regarding follow- up on CPE (Community Policing Equity) recommendations, After Action Reports and Public records Requests, Time Limit for Investigations, Commissioner Training https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Community Environmental Advisory Commission, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Russell St, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library, Agenda: Reports: Toxics Management Division, Subcommittees and Liaisons, Discussion/Action: Lead Paint Issue, Microfiber, Cigarette-Butt Pilot Project, Climate Mobilization, Fire-Fuel Reductions, CO2 Label for Gas Stations, Bee Updates, Green Infrastructure http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Community_Environmental_Advisory_Commission/
- Mental Health Commission, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: National Standards for Cultural and Linguistically Appropriate Services, Unruh Civil Rights Action, 2018-2019 Work Plan, By-Laws, Policies and Procedures Manual https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Mental_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Zoning Adjustments Board, 7:00 pm – 11:30 pm, 2134 MLK Jr. Way, City Council Chambers
- 2555 Fulton – Convert 10-bedroom community care facility to 8-bedroom dwelling with parking in rear yard, Staff Recommend Approve
- 1526 Sixth Street – Demolish portion of 2,216 sq ft mixed use building expand to 3280 sq ft and convert to office use, construct new dwelling unit within expanded building, four parking spaces, Staff Recommend Approve
- 1050 Parker St Medical Office Building – modification of Use Permit, Staff Recommendation Continue
- Pardee Block Parking Lot Project (1010, 1014, 1016 Carlton, 2700, 2712, 2714 Tenth St, 1001, 1003, 1013 Pardee) 43,847 sq ft surface parking lot, Staff Recommendation continue
- 2777 Shattuck – Review Use Permit, Staff Recommendation hold public hearing, take no further action http://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
- Reduced City Service Day
- No City Sponsored events found
- No City Sponsored events found
The meeting list is posted in the Berkeley Daily Planet under Berkeley Activist’s Calendar
www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
Week December 2 - December 9, 2018
Sunday, December 2, 2018
Worth Noting
Tuesday, December 11, City Council meeting agenda available for comment: 4. Authorization to Study economic and fiscal impacts of UC Berkeley on City of Berkeley, 8. Authorize Citywide Restroom Assessment, 9. Authorize analysis of fees and other impacts on development project feasibility, 12. 5-yr Contract fo Electric Vehicle Charging Stations, 13. Measure M. Street Rehabilitation Project, 14. Support SB3342 – Housing, Opportunity, Mobility and Equity Act, 15. 5-yr Street Rehabilitation Plan, 16. a.&b. Single Use Foodware and Litter Reduction Plan, 20. Establish Traffic Circle Policy Task Force, 21. Send Letter to Sutter Health requesting a plan to Retrofit/Rebuild Alta Bates or sell to another operator, 23. Expand control of flavored tobacco, 24. Refer to City Manager to establish RV waste discharge facility on City Property and equitable administrative fee program. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2018/12_Dec/City_Council__12-11-2018_-_Regular_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
The meeting list is posted in the Berkeley Daily Planet under Berkeley Activist’s Calendar
www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
Sunday, December 2, 2018
- No City Sponsored events found
- Parks and Waterfront Commission – Subcommittee of Parks Capital Projects with Public Works Subcommittee on T1, 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm, 2180 Milvia, Cypress Room, Agenda: T1 Project Prioritization https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Parks_and_Waterfront_Commission.aspx
- Personnel Board, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Amend Classification of Facilities Superintendent, Equipment Superintendent, and Parks Superintendent, Amend Salary Public Works Maintenance Superintendent, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Personnel_Board_Homepage.aspx
- Tax the Rich rally with Occupella sing along, 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm top of Solano in front of closed Oaks Theater,
- Berkeley City Council, Tuesday, 6:00 pm – 11:00 pm, 1231 Addison, BUSD Board Room, Agenda: 8. Adopt Shared Scooter Program, 9. Appointment of Council Vice President for 1 yr term, 10. Appointment Sophie Hahn as Council Vice President, 11. Revitalize Civic center Park Fountain, 12. Authorize Additional Winter Shelter, C. Modifications Zoning Ordinance to Support Small Businesses, 13. Reclassify Zoning for 1050 Parker / 2621 Tenth Street from Light Industrial to Commercial to allow for 4-story / 50 ft height, Adopt CEQA findings, D. Structure for Standing Policy Committees, E. Provide Direction to City Manager and Planning Dept on Number of Cannabis Retail Establishments and Creation of Equity Program, F. Short Term Referral to Planning Commission and Design Review Requiring Tree Planting upon Completion of New Residential and Certain Alterations, 15. a.&b. Mandatory and Recommended Green Stormwater Infrastructure in New and Existing Redevelopments or Properties, 16. Allow Mayor and City Council employees to serve as a Commissioner https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
- Disaster and Fire Safety Commission, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 997 Cedar St, Fire Department Training Center, Agenda: 4. CPUC Wildfire Mitigation Plans, 5. T1 Information Report, 6. Emergency Response to Camp Fire, 7. City of Berkeley Evacuation Plan, 8. Local Hazard Mitigation Plan, 9. Wildfire Safety Planning https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Disaster_and_Fire_Safety_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Energy Commission - Fossil Free Subcommittee, 8:00 am, 2000 University Ave, Au Coquelet, Agenda: Establish Date to be Fossil Free, Oppose further transportation of oil, gas, coal, Full implementation of Deep Green Building, Transitioning city to all EV, 100% renewable energy by 2030, opposition to off-shore drilling, rapid adoption of renewable energy sources, affordable densification of cities and low-emissions public transportation, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Energy_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Energy Commission - Regular Commission Meeting, 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center Agenda: 4. T1 Infrastructure Bond, 6. Draft Ordinance on Reducing Tax for Qualifying for Electrification, Energy Efficiency and Water Conservation Retrofits, 7. Recommendation of the Fossil Free Subcommittee https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Energy_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Planning Commission, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center Agenda: 9. Public Hearing Modifications to Cannabis Use Chapter – Retail Nursery Microbusiness, 10. Discussion Bicycle Parking standards https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Berkeley City Council Special Meeting, Thur, 4:00 pm, 1231 Addison Street, BUSD Board Room, Agenda Updates of the following: Climate Action Plan, T1 Infrastructure Bond, City Strategic Plan, 10. Reassessing Disaster Survival Priorities
- https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2018/12_Dec/City_Council__12-06-2018_-_Special_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
- Landmarks Preservation Commission, 7:00 pm – 11:30 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: 5. A. Pending Changes to State Historic Resources Commission, B. Annual Report to State Office of Historic Preservation, 6. A. 2415 Blake – landmark or Structure of Merit Designation, B. 1 & 5 Canyon Road - landmark or Structure of Merit Designation, C. 1414 Walnut Ave – alteration to City Landmark, D. 2740 & 2744 Telegraph – alterations to City Landmark, E. 2140 Shattuck – alteration to City Landmark
- https://www.cityofberkeley.info/landmarkspreservationcommission/
- No City meetings found
- Public Works Commission – Special Meeting, 9:00 am – 12:00 pm, 1326 Allston Way, Willow Room, City of Berkeley Corporation Yard, Check before going, website notes no December meeting, however, Berkeley Community Calendar lists special meeting on Saturday, December 8, no agenda/meeting posted https://www.cityofberkeley.info/communitycalendar/default.asp?date=12%2F8%2F2018&month=12&Year=2018
- Winter on the Waterfront & Lighted Boat Parade, 2:00 pm – 6:30 pm, Berkeley Yacht Club, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=15603
- No City Sponsored events found
Worth Noting
Tuesday, December 11, City Council meeting agenda available for comment: 4. Authorization to Study economic and fiscal impacts of UC Berkeley on City of Berkeley, 8. Authorize Citywide Restroom Assessment, 9. Authorize analysis of fees and other impacts on development project feasibility, 12. 5-yr Contract fo Electric Vehicle Charging Stations, 13. Measure M. Street Rehabilitation Project, 14. Support SB3342 – Housing, Opportunity, Mobility and Equity Act, 15. 5-yr Street Rehabilitation Plan, 16. a.&b. Single Use Foodware and Litter Reduction Plan, 20. Establish Traffic Circle Policy Task Force, 21. Send Letter to Sutter Health requesting a plan to Retrofit/Rebuild Alta Bates or sell to another operator, 23. Expand control of flavored tobacco, 24. Refer to City Manager to establish RV waste discharge facility on City Property and equitable administrative fee program. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2018/12_Dec/City_Council__12-11-2018_-_Regular_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
The meeting list is posted in the Berkeley Daily Planet under Berkeley Activist’s Calendar
www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
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Berkeley Public Meetings and Civic Events for November 25 to December 1, 2018
Sunday, November 25
The City's Holiday Food Drive continues for all of November. Open daily from 8:30 am-6 pm. Donations can be made at all City Community Centers, Pools, or at the Recreation Customer Service Hub. Hours vary by location. Please call 981-6656 for more information.
Indivisible East Bay Meeting, on Sun., Nov. 25, from 1– 3:30 pm, at the Berkeley Sports Basement, 2727 Milvia St.- Help map out the work ahead with the new Congress and the Current Occupant( of the White House). RSVP here. It’s a potluck event so feel free to bring something to share if you are inclined. --See:
https://indivisibleeb.org/event/nov-25-amm/
Monday, November 26
Children, Youth, and Recreation Commission, Mon, Nov. 26, from 7– 8:30 pm at Frances Albrier Center in San Pablo Park, 2800 Park St. No agenda listed, for more info see:
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Children_Youth_and_Recrea…/…
City Council Agenda Committee, Mon., Nov. 26, from 2:30 – 3:30 pm, 2180 Milvia St., 6th Flr Redwood Conf. Room. Planning for the Dec.4-City Council Meeting.
E-mail your comments to City Council at <[email protected]>
On agenda: Item 3-Commissions schedule and reports; Item 4-Economic and fiscal impact study; Item5-Housing trust fund and inspection service; Item 7-Citywide restroom assessment service; Item 12 &14- Measure M street rehab and Public Works street repair plans; Item 13-Proposal of support for SB3342 the HOME Act,
Item 18-Establish a Traffic Circle Task Force/commission membership and overview focus; Item 19-Follow-up on Sutter-Health/Alta-Bates Hospital issues and plans;
Item 21- To amend BMC on sale of flavored tobacco products; Item 22-To establish an RV waste service and facility; Item 25a-b, 27- Zero Waste Commission reports and proposal for single-use food-ware and litter reduction policy. --See:
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/…/Agenda_Committee__2018_In…
Zero Waste Commission Regular Meeting, Mon, Nov. 26, at 4 pm, at the North Berkeley Senior Center, 1901 Hearst Ave (at MLK,Jr Way). For agnda see:
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/…/Commissions__Zero_Waste_C…
Berkeley City Council Special Meeting, Mon, Nov. 26, from 7– 9 pm, at 2134 MLK Jr. Way, City Council Chambers. On agenda: 1-Labor negotiations, 2-Pending city litigation; for more info see:
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/…/City_Council__10-09-2018_- _Special_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
Community Agency Request for Proposals (RFP) Workshop, Mon, Nov. 26, from 1-3 pm, at the Public Library Main Branch, 2090 Kitteredge St. On agenda: City's released Request for Proposals (RFP) for Community Agency funding. RFP covers four-year funding (2019 to 2023) for programs and services supporting low-income residents. --See: http://www.cityofberkeley.info/CommunityAgencyRFPfy2020.aspx
Tuesday, November 27
Berkeley City Council, Tue, Nov. 27, from 4 pm – 11:00 pm, at 2134 MLK Jr Way, City Council Chambers. On agenda:
- 4 pm - Special Work Session, on agenda: 1-Labor negotiations, 2-Pending city litigation;
- 6-11 pm – Regular meeting, on agenda: Item 1-Formal bid and proposal process; Item 4 & 9- Contract for GoBerkeley residential shared-parking pilot program and for specific area new meters; Item 6-Recycling reaffirmation resolution for single stream and out-sourcing process including new waste transfer station redesign bond;
Item 7-Propose PRC to extend BPD officer investigations and discipline process time limit; Item B-Proposed lobbyist registration and Revolving Door Ordinance process; Item D-a&b, Find vehicle encampment locations; Item F- Allow city staff and admin to serve on public commission; Item G- Proposed HAC program for a City small-site housing loan program; Item 10-Cannabis ordinance; Item 11-End to homelessness programs; Item 13-Proposed whistle-blower protection program and policy; --see:
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/…/City_Council__10-02-2018_- _Regular_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
George Florence Park Play Area Renovation Project – Workshops, Tue, Nov. 27, from 6-7:30 pm, at 1125 University Ave. West Branch Public Library. For public input and feed back on park design, --see:
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx…
Wednesday, November 28
Human Welfare & Community Action Commission, Wed., Nov. 28, from 7 – 9 pm, at 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, (no meetings in December). On agenda: -Vacant housing, -Shelter Plus Care, -City Air Quality, -Alta Bates Hospital. --See:
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/…/Commissions__Human_Welfare…
Civic Arts Commission, Wed., Nov. 28, from 6:30–9 pm, at 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center.
On agenda: - BART Plaza art, - Civic Center exhibition for January.--See:
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/CivicArtsCommissionHomepage/
Fair Campaign Practices Commission, Wed., Nov. 28, at 7:00 pm, at 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, (no meeting in December). On agenda: - Current election violations, - Public election financing. --See: http://www.cityofberkeley.info/FCPC/
Participate in Berkeley's Transfer Station Redesign: A Listening Session on Wed., Nov. 28, from 6-9 pm, at 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center. Give your community input to our Zero Waste Division to envision a new facility to process and reduce waste. --See:
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx…
Thursday, November 29 - No City meeting listed.
No PG&E Bail-Out – Tell the CPUC to Say NO, on Thurs., Nov. 29, from 9–10:30 am, at 505 Van Ness Ave in San Francisco. - Join the protest Thursday morning, when the CPUC will consider extending Senate Bill 901, which enables PG&E to pass on liability costs to rate payers, to cover the Camp Fire. --See:
http://www.sunflower-alliance.org/9929-2/
Friday, November 30 - No City meeting listed.
Reconfigure Urban Shield - Ad Hoc Committee on UASI Meeting, on Friday, Nov. 30, from 9 – 11:30am, at 1221 Oak St., in the Alameda County Bldg. in Oakland.
Please come out and support a progressive, community-based vision to modify Urban Shield. The Ad Hoc Committee was established by the Board of Supervisors in March 2018 in response to sustained community concerns about Urban Shield, which is funded in part by UASI grants from the Department of Homeland Security, and coordinated by the Alameda County Sheriff’s Office.
The Board decided that 2018 would be the last year the county would approve Urban Shield, as currently constituted, and asked the Ad Hoc Committee to make recommendations to the Board on the UASI-funded emergency preparedness training and exercise in 2019 and beyond. This meeting is open to the public and is a chance to make our community voices heard. --See:
https://indivisibleberkeley.org/…/alameda-county-ad-hoc-com…
DSA Labor Social “Beer & Roses” on Friday, Nov. 30, from 6-8:30 pm, at Blind Tiger, 2600 Telegraph Ave, in Oakland. Meet DSA members with interests in the labor movement and about what's happening in the East Bay Labor Committee, and how you can get involved. --See:
https://www.eastbaydsa.org/…/2018-11-29-beer-and-roses-dsa-…
Saturday, December 1 - No City meeting listed.
Tots Winter Carnival (ages 2-4) from 10am-12:30, at Live Oak Park Community Center 1301 Shattuck Ave. (at Berryman St.) Come and play at our Winter Wonderland! Experience tot-friendly games such as the Snowflake Toss, Pin the Nose on the Snowman, and more! We will also have a creative art station where tots can make a fun winter craft! Prizes and light refreshments will be offered. Tots must be accompanied by adults. Admission $5 per tot. Please call 981-6641 for more information. --See:
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx…
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Worth Noting
– Vision 2025- Empathy for All Beings in Berkeley, on Tues. Dec. 4, at 5:30 pm, at the School District Board Room, at 1231 Addison St. Hosted by Cultivate Empathy for All
https://www.facebook.com/events/501320803714409/
– The community is invited to an informational building development meeting on a proposed project at 2176 (gas station/car wash) and 2150 (office building with UC Parking management) on Kitteredge St. The meeting will be at 2150 Kittredge, Tuesday, December 4, at 6 pm. If attending, they would prefer an RSVP by 11/28 to: [email protected]
– Indivisible-Berkeley Holiday Party, Thursday, December 6, from 7-9 pm. For more information visit: https://indivisibleberkeley.org/
– Wellstone DRC Holiday Party, Sunday, Dec.16, from 5-9 pm, for more information visit: http://wellstoneclub.org/
-- See the City of Berkeley's public meeting's live video web-cast schedule for those who cannot attend certain City meetings in person, visit: https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventWebcastMain.as…
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This Sustainable Berkeley Coalition civic calendar list is also now posted in the Berkeley Daily Planet under Berkeley Activist’s Calendar at <www.berkeleydailyplanet.com>
and, it is also available at the Facebook pages for Berkeley Progressive Alliance (BPA) and Berkeley Citizens Action (BCA).
Also, visit the Berkeley Neighborhoods Council (BNC) Newsletter link for information on City and community issues at <http://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/>
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Berkeley Public Meetings and Civic Events for November 18-24, 2018
Sunday, November 18
Berkeley's Holiday Food Drive continues for all of November. Open daily from 8:30 am-6 pm. Donations can be made at all City Community Centers, Pools, or at the Recreation Customer Service Hub. Hours vary by location. Please call 981-6656 for more information.
Bay Area Stands United Against Hate Week ends (with events from November 11-18):
on Nov. 18 at 11:45 am - Compassionate Communication Across Difference, at First Church Berkeley UCC,
at Durant at Dana St. Sponsored by Telegraph Avenue United Against Hate. --See more at:
https://unitedagainsthateweek.org/find-events2/
Monday, November 19
City Council Agenda Committee meeting, on Mon.,Nov. 19, from 2:30 – 3:30 pm, 2180 Milvia St., 6th Flr Redwood Conf. Room. Planning for the Dec.4-City Council Meeting. E-mail your comments to City Council at <[email protected]>
-- On agenda: Item 3- Award NPLH funds $65K to Berkeley Way Project, Item 4- Housing Trust funds of $12.5M to Berkeley Way Project, Item 8- Beverage container recycling & payment program, Item 9- Terms and conditions for shared electric scooters pilot program, Item 13-Restore Civic Center Park public fountain, Item14-Re-Zone land use for 2 properties in West Berkeley, include public hearings, Item 15a&b- Green storm water infrastructure policy for new and redeveloped properties, Item 16- Revise BMCode to allow city staff and Admin to serve on commissions and boards (repealing existing code), Item19-Civic arts 2019 work plan. --See:
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Agenda_Committee__2018_Index.aspx
Alameda County Urban Shield /UASI Taskforce Meeting, Mon., Nov. 19, from 9 – 11:30 am, at 2180 Milvia St., in City Council Chambers. Voted to reconstitute the Sheriff Ahern-created Urban Shield training, the taskforce is charged with implementing the transition from the “last Urban Shield as we know it” to a different kind of emergency preparedness training. This meeting is open to the public. For more information, see:
https://indivisibleberkeley.org/event/alameda-county-urban-shield-slash-uasi-taskforce-meeting
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board, from 7– 11 pm, at 2134 MLK Jr. Way, City Council Chambers. See agenda at:
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Rent_Stabilization_Board/Home/Agenda__RSB_2018_Nov_19.aspx
Volunteer Event: Be Bold Campaign with the Sierra Club at 2530 San Pablo Avenue, on Mon., Nov.19, from 6- 8 pm. Help a special campaign we are trying to launch before the holidays. Will you help us send out the mailing materials? We have 800+ letters to send so we are hoping to get at least 10 volunteers; no prior experience needed. We will train you and make the event fun with introductions, snacks, and a sneak peek at the campaign itself! This opportunity is especially great for a group of friends looking to make a contribution together. Please RSVP at: https://350bayarea.org/event/volunteer-event-be-bold-campaign-2-2
An Action to Prevent Mass Shootings, hosted by Cultivate Empathy For All, on Mon., Nov.19, from 7-9 pm, at 1272 Delaware St. If we truly want to create non-violent society, we need to cultivate empathy for all. Let us come together in remembrance of the many recent shooting victims, to plan and act to have the Berkeley Peace and Justice Commission propose empathy based programs to our City Council.--See Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/Cultivate-Empathy-for-All-338239040280627/?eid=ARB3SOSqJtu7_3K44X8uG_JkEG2jUFowniaFfOQsrUlB-0cSUqnO2_MUn0ZEIx8euwlzeOj3pkk6VlEM
Bay Area Air Quality Management District Grapples with Tar Sands – meeting, on Nov 19, from 8:30-11am, at 375 Beale St. in San Francisco at BAAQMD office. --For more information visit:
http://www.sunflower-alliance.org/baaqmd-grapples-with-tar-sands-nov-19/
Tuesday, November 20 - No City meetings or civic events listed.
Wednesday, November 21 - No City meetings or civic events listed.
Thursday, November 22 -- Thanksgiving Day Holiday
Swim Before You Feast - A special Thanksgiving Day fund-raising, aquatic work-out at King Pool at 1700 Hopkins St. (at Colusa). This is good way to make you feel great before the big meal. This fundraiser is in support of the BHS Barracudas Swim Team. Please pay by exact cash or check. Sorry, no swim cards accepted. --See: https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=15601
Friday, November 23 - No City meeting or civic events listed.
Saturday, November 24 - No City meeting or civic events listed.
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Worth Noting
– Help Reconfigure Urban Shield! - Ad Hoc Committee on UASI Meeting, on Friday, Nov. 30, from 9 – 11:30am, at 1221 Oak St., in the Alameda County Bldg. in Oakland.
Please come out and support a progressive, community-based vision to modify Urban Shield. The Ad Hoc Committee was established by the Board of Supervisors in March 2018 in response to sustained community concerns about Urban Shield, which is funded in part by UASI grants from the Department of Homeland Security, and coordinated by the Alameda County Sheriff’s Office.
The Board decided that 2018 would be the last year the county would approve Urban Shield, as currently constituted, and asked the Ad Hoc Committee to make recommendations to the Board on the UASI-funded emergency preparedness training and exercise in 2019 and beyond. This meeting is open to the public and is a chance to make our community voices heard. --See:
https://indivisibleberkeley.org/event/alameda-county-ad-hoc-committee-on-uasi-meeting
-- See the City of Berkeley's public meeting's live video web-cast schedule for those who cannot attend certain City meetings in person, visit: https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventWebcastMain.aspx
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This Sustainable Berkeley Coalition civic meetings list is posted on the SBC website at <https://www.sustainableberkeleycoalition.com/>
The civic calendar list is also now posted in the Berkeley Daily Planet under Berkeley Activist’s Calendar at <www.berkeleydailyplanet.com>
and, it is also available at the Facebook pages for Berkeley Progressive Alliance (BPA) and Berkeley Citizens Action (BCA). Also, visit the (BNC) Berkeley Neighborhoods Council Newsletter link for information on City and community issues at <http://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/>
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Berkeley Public Meetings and Civic Events for November 11-17, 2018
Sunday, November 11
Holiday Food Drive for all of November and daily from 8:30 am-6 pm. Donations can be made at all City Community Centers, Pools or at the Recreation Customer Service Hub. Hours vary by location. Please call 981-6656 for more information.
"Building Bridges, Not Walls: Berkeley--America’s First Sanctuary City"- This Berkeley Historical Society exhibit opens on Sunday, November 11, from 11 am–1 pm. From the original mayor's dedication of a new WWI Memorial plaque and to the beginning of the recent United Against Hate Rally, join us in the BHS auditorium for an introduction to this new historical exhibit, followed by exhibit viewing. --See: http://www.berkeleyhistoricalsociety.org/news.html
Bay Area Stands United Against Hate Week starts on Sunday, November 11, from 1-4 pm at Civic Center Park, 2151 Martin Luther King Jr Way. United Against Hate is a call for community action to Bay Area residents to stand up against the rise in hate throughout the country, to build inclusion in our communities. Family friendly and all ages welcome, with music, performances, and powerful personal stories and our own community's message of support-- We will Stand Together Against Hate. --See more at: https://unitedagainsthateweek.org/find-events2/
Monday, November 12
Public Works Subcommittee/Sidewalks, Street Lighting & Sweeping, Mon., Nov. 12, from 6:30 – 7:30 pm, at Au Coquelet Café, 2000 University Ave. On agenda: - Sidewalk policy & lights programs, - Belrose Ave. sweeping. --see: https://www.cityofberkeley.info/…/Sidewalks%20subcommittee%…
Tuesday, November 13
City Council Agenda Committee, Tues., Nov. 13, from 2:30 – 3:30 pm, 2180 Milvia St., 6th Flr. Redwood Conf. Room. Planning for the Nov.13-City Council Meeting. E-mail your comments to City Council at <[email protected]> On Agenda, for Consent: Item 17-North Berkeley Bart housing development, Item 18-To appoint Daryl Moore to Housing Authority Board, Item 24- To integrate ESG principles with City Investments, Item 28-To request rank voting above 3 choices, Item 31-To request boycott of Amazon for assistance with ICE, Item 34- To reconsider re-purpose use of Old City Hall;
-- On the Action Calendar: Item 39- Modify Zoning Ordinance for small businesses, Item 40- Year-End and 2019 1st-quarter budgets, Item 43-To allow city staff to be commissioners by repealing section 3.80.030., Items 44-48 City Information Reports. --See agenda packet: https://www.cityofberkeley.info/…/Agenda_Committee__2018_In…
Berkeley City Council Meeting, Tues, Nov.13, from 6-11 pm, at 2134 MLK Jr Way, in City Council Chambers. On agenda/Consent: Item 2- City Manager's Revised Records Retention, Item 7- Future of Pacific Steel Casting site usage, Item 8-Budget and process to create program for marginalized youth and young adults, Item12- To allow more parking on Telegraph Ave, Item13-To support Bay Area hotel workers strike, Item14-15 Taxi special training and to allow more taxi stands;
--Action Calendar: Item 17- ZAB appeal of 3000-Shattuck Ave development project, Item 18- To complete process for Lava Mae homeless showers program, Item19-To adopt Sanctuary Contracting ordinance against ICE-supporting vendors, Item 22-Cannabis Retail and an Equity program, Item 24-Increase safety at San Pablo Park. --See: https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_ Index.aspx
Youth Commission, Tues., Nov.13, at 6:30 pm, at 1730 Oregon St, Martin Luther King Jr., at the Youth Services Center. On agenda: -San Pablo Park shootings. --See: https://www.cityofberkeley.info/…/Commissions__Youth_Commis…
Zero Waste Commission, Tues., Nov.13, at 6:30 pm, at 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center. On agenda: Review waste deconstruction options. --See: https://www.cityofberkeley.info/…/Zero%20Waste%20Commission…
Wednesday, November 14
Animal Care Commission, Wed., Nov.14, from 7– 9 pm, at #1 Bolivar Drive, at Berkeley Animal Shelter. On agenda: - Proposed ordinance on Live Animal Sales & Disclosure Requirements. --See: https://www.cityofberkeley.info/…/Agenda%20November%2014,%2…
Board of Library Trustees, Wed., Nov.14, at 6:30 pm, at 1901 Russell St, at Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library. No agenda available, check before attending. --See: https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/…/board-library-trust…
Parks and Waterfront Commission, Wed., Nov.14, from 7– 9 pm, at 2800 Park St, in Frances Albrier Community Center at San Pablo Park. On agenda: - Marina parking study, - Local Hazard Mitigation Plan. --See: https://www.cityofberkeley.info/…/PWC%20Agenda%20-%2011-14-…
Police Review Commission, Wed., Nov.14, from 7– 10 pm, at 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center.
On agenda: - Lexipol (body camera) policy, - new PRC commissioner training. --See: https://www.cityofberkeley.info/…/2…/2018-11-14%20Agenda.pdf
Homeless Commission, Wed., Nov. 14, from 7– 9 pm, at 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center. On agenda: Winter shelter. --See: https://www.cityofberkeley.info/…/11-14-18HomelessCommissio…
Commission on Labor, Wed., Nov. 14, from 7– 9 pm, at 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center. On agenda: Status updates on: - Homeless Youth policy, - Immigration & ICE, - Minimum wage. --See: https://www.cityofberkeley.info/…/Com…/Commission_for_Labor/ November Larson%2014,%202018%20Agenda%20Packet.pdf
Thursday, November 15
Community Health Commission, Thurs., Nov.15, from 6:30 – 9 pm, at 2939 Ellis St. South Berkeley Community Center. On agenda: Cannabis information. --See: https://www.cityofberkeley.info/…/Final%20Agenda%20Packet%2…
Joint Subcommittee for the Implementation of State Housing Laws, -(Canceled for)- Thurs., Nov.15, from 7– 9 pm, at
1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center—Meeting Canceled-- The next JSISHL meeting will be held on Thursday,
January 17, 2019. For information contact Alene Pearson, Commission Secretary, at (510) 981-7489, or email at
<[email protected]>
or, see: https://www.cityofberkeley.info/…/Joint_Subcommittee_for_th…
Fair Campaign Practices Commission, Thurs., Nov.15, from at 7 pm , at1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center. On agenda: - Violations in local elections, -Potential public finance changes. --See: https://www.cityofberkeley.info/…/11%2015%202018%20FCPC%20A…
Transportation Commission, Thurs., Nov.15, from 7–10 pm, at 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Multi-Purpose Room. On agenda: - Measure T, - 2019 Work Plan priorities update. --See: https://www.cityofberkeley.info/…/C…/2018-11-15%20Agenda.pdf
Design Review Committee, Thurs., Nov.15, from 7–10 pm, at 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Classroom A-B. On agenda:
- 2628 Shattuck Av - Review proposal to demolish 1-story care facility to build 6-story MU with 78 units & 3400 sq/ft ground retail, 45 car & 63 bicycle parking;
- 1951 Shattuck Ave – Preview plans to demolish 2 commercial buildings for construction of a 120 ft/tall, 12-story MU building, 5000 sq/ft ground retail, 156 units, & 100 car parking underground;
- Review LEED standards for City;
- Commission Comments to/from ZAB, LPC, CAC & DRC.
--See: https://www.cityofberkeley.info/…/November_2018_final%20.pdf
Open Government Commission, Thurs., Nov.15, at 7:30/ 8pm (?) at 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Classroom C. On agenda: - Revising commissioner's manual, - Providing better public transparency. --See agenda: https://www.cityofberkeley.info/…/Commissio…/2nd_Commission/ 11%2015%2018%20OGC%20Agenda.pdf
or, info packet at:
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/…/OGC%2011%2015%2018%20Pack…
Sugar-Sweetened Beverage Product Panel of Experts, Thurs., Nov.15, from 7–9 pm, at 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, 2nd Flr Large Room. On agenda: Measure D presentation,--see: https://www.cityofberkeley.info/…/FINALCombinedAgendaPkt.pdf
Special City Council Meeting, Thurs., Nov.15, from 6-11 pm, at 2134 MLK Jr Way, in City Council Chambers. On agenda: Updates on: - Pedestrian Master Plan , - Park-Rec. & Waterfront Capital Improvements, - Public Works Capital Improvements. --See: https://www.dropbox.com/…/2018-11-15%20Special%20Agenda%20P…
Or, see: https://www.cityofberkeley.info/…/City_Council__Agenda_Inde…
Friday, November 16 - No City meeting or civic events listed.
Saturday, November 17 - No City meeting or civic events listed.
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Worth Noting
-- Bay Area Stands United Against Hate Week continues with more events from November 11-18:
- Nov. 14, at 7pm: "Walking in Oak Creek” film screening, in the Tilden Room, MLK Jr. Student Union Building;
- Nov.15, from 4-9 pm, Games of Berkeley: Game Night Against Hate, at 2510 Durant Ave.;
- Nov.15, from 5-6:30pm, Bystander training with Bears That CARE, at the ASUC Senate Chambers, 5th Flr, Eshlemen Hall;
- Nov.16 -- All day; from Moe’s Books, A Letter Campaign to newly-elected officials “Stop the words of Hate” at
2476 Telegraph Ave.
- Nov. 18 at 11:45 am - Compassionate Communication Across Difference, at First Church Berkeley UCC, at Durant at Dana Sts.
Sponsored by Telegraph Avenue United Against Hate -- See more information at:
https://unitedagainsthateweek.org/find-events2
-- See the City of Berkeley's public meeting's live video web-cast schedule for those who cannot attend certain City meetings in person, visit: https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventWebcastMain.as…
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This Sustainable Berkeley Coalition civic meetings list is posted on the SBC website at
<https://www.sustainableberkeleycoalition.com/>
The civic calendar list is also now posted in the Berkeley Daily Planet under Berkeley Activist’s Calendar at <www.berkeleydailyplanet.com>
and, it is also available at the Facebook pages for Berkeley Progressive Alliance (BPA) and Berkeley Citizens Action (BCA).
Also, visit the (BNC) Berkeley Neighborhoods Council Newsletter link for information on City and community issues at <http://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/>
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Sunday, November 11
Holiday Food Drive for all of November and daily from 8:30 am-6 pm. Donations can be made at all City Community Centers, Pools or at the Recreation Customer Service Hub. Hours vary by location. Please call 981-6656 for more information.
"Building Bridges, Not Walls: Berkeley--America’s First Sanctuary City"- This Berkeley Historical Society exhibit opens on Sunday, November 11, from 11 am–1 pm. From the original mayor's dedication of a new WWI Memorial plaque and to the beginning of the recent United Against Hate Rally, join us in the BHS auditorium for an introduction to this new historical exhibit, followed by exhibit viewing. --See: http://www.berkeleyhistoricalsociety.org/news.html
Bay Area Stands United Against Hate Week starts on Sunday, November 11, from 1-4 pm at Civic Center Park, 2151 Martin Luther King Jr Way. United Against Hate is a call for community action to Bay Area residents to stand up against the rise in hate throughout the country, to build inclusion in our communities. Family friendly and all ages welcome, with music, performances, and powerful personal stories and our own community's message of support-- We will Stand Together Against Hate. --See more at: https://unitedagainsthateweek.org/find-events2/
Monday, November 12
Public Works Subcommittee/Sidewalks, Street Lighting & Sweeping, Mon., Nov. 12, from 6:30 – 7:30 pm, at Au Coquelet Café, 2000 University Ave. On agenda: - Sidewalk policy & lights programs, - Belrose Ave. sweeping. --see: https://www.cityofberkeley.info/…/Sidewalks%20subcommittee%…
Tuesday, November 13
City Council Agenda Committee, Tues., Nov. 13, from 2:30 – 3:30 pm, 2180 Milvia St., 6th Flr. Redwood Conf. Room. Planning for the Nov.13-City Council Meeting. E-mail your comments to City Council at <[email protected]> On Agenda, for Consent: Item 17-North Berkeley Bart housing development, Item 18-To appoint Daryl Moore to Housing Authority Board, Item 24- To integrate ESG principles with City Investments, Item 28-To request rank voting above 3 choices, Item 31-To request boycott of Amazon for assistance with ICE, Item 34- To reconsider re-purpose use of Old City Hall;
-- On the Action Calendar: Item 39- Modify Zoning Ordinance for small businesses, Item 40- Year-End and 2019 1st-quarter budgets, Item 43-To allow city staff to be commissioners by repealing section 3.80.030., Items 44-48 City Information Reports. --See agenda packet: https://www.cityofberkeley.info/…/Agenda_Committee__2018_In…
Berkeley City Council Meeting, Tues, Nov.13, from 6-11 pm, at 2134 MLK Jr Way, in City Council Chambers. On agenda/Consent: Item 2- City Manager's Revised Records Retention, Item 7- Future of Pacific Steel Casting site usage, Item 8-Budget and process to create program for marginalized youth and young adults, Item12- To allow more parking on Telegraph Ave, Item13-To support Bay Area hotel workers strike, Item14-15 Taxi special training and to allow more taxi stands;
--Action Calendar: Item 17- ZAB appeal of 3000-Shattuck Ave development project, Item 18- To complete process for Lava Mae homeless showers program, Item19-To adopt Sanctuary Contracting ordinance against ICE-supporting vendors, Item 22-Cannabis Retail and an Equity program, Item 24-Increase safety at San Pablo Park. --See: https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_ Index.aspx
Youth Commission, Tues., Nov.13, at 6:30 pm, at 1730 Oregon St, Martin Luther King Jr., at the Youth Services Center. On agenda: -San Pablo Park shootings. --See: https://www.cityofberkeley.info/…/Commissions__Youth_Commis…
Zero Waste Commission, Tues., Nov.13, at 6:30 pm, at 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center. On agenda: Review waste deconstruction options. --See: https://www.cityofberkeley.info/…/Zero%20Waste%20Commission…
Wednesday, November 14
Animal Care Commission, Wed., Nov.14, from 7– 9 pm, at #1 Bolivar Drive, at Berkeley Animal Shelter. On agenda: - Proposed ordinance on Live Animal Sales & Disclosure Requirements. --See: https://www.cityofberkeley.info/…/Agenda%20November%2014,%2…
Board of Library Trustees, Wed., Nov.14, at 6:30 pm, at 1901 Russell St, at Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library. No agenda available, check before attending. --See: https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/…/board-library-trust…
Parks and Waterfront Commission, Wed., Nov.14, from 7– 9 pm, at 2800 Park St, in Frances Albrier Community Center at San Pablo Park. On agenda: - Marina parking study, - Local Hazard Mitigation Plan. --See: https://www.cityofberkeley.info/…/PWC%20Agenda%20-%2011-14-…
Police Review Commission, Wed., Nov.14, from 7– 10 pm, at 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center.
On agenda: - Lexipol (body camera) policy, - new PRC commissioner training. --See: https://www.cityofberkeley.info/…/2…/2018-11-14%20Agenda.pdf
Homeless Commission, Wed., Nov. 14, from 7– 9 pm, at 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center. On agenda: Winter shelter. --See: https://www.cityofberkeley.info/…/11-14-18HomelessCommissio…
Commission on Labor, Wed., Nov. 14, from 7– 9 pm, at 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center. On agenda: Status updates on: - Homeless Youth policy, - Immigration & ICE, - Minimum wage. --See: https://www.cityofberkeley.info/…/Com…/Commission_for_Labor/ November Larson%2014,%202018%20Agenda%20Packet.pdf
Thursday, November 15
Community Health Commission, Thurs., Nov.15, from 6:30 – 9 pm, at 2939 Ellis St. South Berkeley Community Center. On agenda: Cannabis information. --See: https://www.cityofberkeley.info/…/Final%20Agenda%20Packet%2…
Joint Subcommittee for the Implementation of State Housing Laws, -(Canceled for)- Thurs., Nov.15, from 7– 9 pm, at
1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center—Meeting Canceled-- The next JSISHL meeting will be held on Thursday,
January 17, 2019. For information contact Alene Pearson, Commission Secretary, at (510) 981-7489, or email at
<[email protected]>
or, see: https://www.cityofberkeley.info/…/Joint_Subcommittee_for_th…
Fair Campaign Practices Commission, Thurs., Nov.15, from at 7 pm , at1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center. On agenda: - Violations in local elections, -Potential public finance changes. --See: https://www.cityofberkeley.info/…/11%2015%202018%20FCPC%20A…
Transportation Commission, Thurs., Nov.15, from 7–10 pm, at 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Multi-Purpose Room. On agenda: - Measure T, - 2019 Work Plan priorities update. --See: https://www.cityofberkeley.info/…/C…/2018-11-15%20Agenda.pdf
Design Review Committee, Thurs., Nov.15, from 7–10 pm, at 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Classroom A-B. On agenda:
- 2628 Shattuck Av - Review proposal to demolish 1-story care facility to build 6-story MU with 78 units & 3400 sq/ft ground retail, 45 car & 63 bicycle parking;
- 1951 Shattuck Ave – Preview plans to demolish 2 commercial buildings for construction of a 120 ft/tall, 12-story MU building, 5000 sq/ft ground retail, 156 units, & 100 car parking underground;
- Review LEED standards for City;
- Commission Comments to/from ZAB, LPC, CAC & DRC.
--See: https://www.cityofberkeley.info/…/November_2018_final%20.pdf
Open Government Commission, Thurs., Nov.15, at 7:30/ 8pm (?) at 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Classroom C. On agenda: - Revising commissioner's manual, - Providing better public transparency. --See agenda: https://www.cityofberkeley.info/…/Commissio…/2nd_Commission/ 11%2015%2018%20OGC%20Agenda.pdf
or, info packet at:
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/…/OGC%2011%2015%2018%20Pack…
Sugar-Sweetened Beverage Product Panel of Experts, Thurs., Nov.15, from 7–9 pm, at 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, 2nd Flr Large Room. On agenda: Measure D presentation,--see: https://www.cityofberkeley.info/…/FINALCombinedAgendaPkt.pdf
Special City Council Meeting, Thurs., Nov.15, from 6-11 pm, at 2134 MLK Jr Way, in City Council Chambers. On agenda: Updates on: - Pedestrian Master Plan , - Park-Rec. & Waterfront Capital Improvements, - Public Works Capital Improvements. --See: https://www.dropbox.com/…/2018-11-15%20Special%20Agenda%20P…
Or, see: https://www.cityofberkeley.info/…/City_Council__Agenda_Inde…
Friday, November 16 - No City meeting or civic events listed.
Saturday, November 17 - No City meeting or civic events listed.
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Worth Noting
-- Bay Area Stands United Against Hate Week continues with more events from November 11-18:
- Nov. 14, at 7pm: "Walking in Oak Creek” film screening, in the Tilden Room, MLK Jr. Student Union Building;
- Nov.15, from 4-9 pm, Games of Berkeley: Game Night Against Hate, at 2510 Durant Ave.;
- Nov.15, from 5-6:30pm, Bystander training with Bears That CARE, at the ASUC Senate Chambers, 5th Flr, Eshlemen Hall;
- Nov.16 -- All day; from Moe’s Books, A Letter Campaign to newly-elected officials “Stop the words of Hate” at
2476 Telegraph Ave.
- Nov. 18 at 11:45 am - Compassionate Communication Across Difference, at First Church Berkeley UCC, at Durant at Dana Sts.
Sponsored by Telegraph Avenue United Against Hate -- See more information at:
https://unitedagainsthateweek.org/find-events2
-- See the City of Berkeley's public meeting's live video web-cast schedule for those who cannot attend certain City meetings in person, visit: https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventWebcastMain.as…
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This Sustainable Berkeley Coalition civic meetings list is posted on the SBC website at
<https://www.sustainableberkeleycoalition.com/>
The civic calendar list is also now posted in the Berkeley Daily Planet under Berkeley Activist’s Calendar at <www.berkeleydailyplanet.com>
and, it is also available at the Facebook pages for Berkeley Progressive Alliance (BPA) and Berkeley Citizens Action (BCA).
Also, visit the (BNC) Berkeley Neighborhoods Council Newsletter link for information on City and community issues at <http://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/>
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November 4 - November 11, 2018
Worth Noting
Holiday Food Drive, 8:30 am – 6:00 pm everyday month of November, hours vary by location. Call 981-6656 for information
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=15587
Berkeley City Council, Tues Nov 13 available for comment, Agenda: 1. IKE Kiosks, 17. Appeal 3000 Shattuck, 18. Shower Services Homeless, 19. Sanctuary City Contracting Ordinance, 20. Minimum Wage, 21. City Manager request to reduce in-lieu mitigation fee to $0 for 2597 Telegraph, 22. Cannabis, 23. Ohlone Greenway, 24. Budget Referral Increasing Safety at San Pablo Park
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Sunday, November 4, 2018
The meeting list is posted in the Berkeley Daily Planet under Berkeley Activist’s Calendar
www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
Worth Noting
Holiday Food Drive, 8:30 am – 6:00 pm everyday month of November, hours vary by location. Call 981-6656 for information
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=15587
Berkeley City Council, Tues Nov 13 available for comment, Agenda: 1. IKE Kiosks, 17. Appeal 3000 Shattuck, 18. Shower Services Homeless, 19. Sanctuary City Contracting Ordinance, 20. Minimum Wage, 21. City Manager request to reduce in-lieu mitigation fee to $0 for 2597 Telegraph, 22. Cannabis, 23. Ohlone Greenway, 24. Budget Referral Increasing Safety at San Pablo Park
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Sunday, November 4, 2018
- DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME ENDS
- Personnel Board, Mon, Nov 5, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Amend Classification Solid Waste Supervisor, Public Works Maintenance Superintendent https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Personnel_Board_Homepage.aspx
- Tax the Rich rally with Occupella sing along, Mon, Nov 5, 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm (Winter Hours) top of Solano in front of closed Oaks Theater,
- ELECTION – absentee ballots must be delivered to polling location, dropped in ballot box at Civic Center 2180 Milvia before 8:00 pm (close of polls) or mailed with Nov 6 postmark. LATE ballots are NOT counted
- Commission on Disability, Wed, Nov 7, 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: CoD meeting rules, Bike Share, Limited Utility Disability (Elevator/Relocation) Ordinance, Bikes on Sidewalks, signage, IKE Kiosks https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Disability_Homepage.aspx
- Planning Commission, Wed, Nov 7, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Local Hazard Mitigation Plan Presentation, Public Hearing Referal Response to Amending Home Occupation Chapter 23C.16 https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Police Review Commission – Lexipol Subcommittee, Wed, Nov 7, 5:00 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Community Environmental Advisory Commission, Thur, Nov 8, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Russell St, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library, Agenda: Updates T1, Bee, 350.org Climate Mobilization Plan, Microfiber, CO2 Labels, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Community_Environmental_Advisory_Commission/
- Homeless Commission, Thur, Nov 8, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Centralized Referral shelter, clothing, equipment, etc., option of sanctioned encampment, storage https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Homeless_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Zoning Adjustments Board, 7:00 pm – 11:30 pm, 2134 MLK Jr. Way, City Council Chambers, Agenda:
- 59 The Plaza Drive – expand attic to 6520 sq ft single-family dwelling to add bedroom, staff recommend approve
- 2714 Alcatraz – alter existing 2-story residential, restore original density 5 units, remove illegal dwelling from garage, recommend approve
- 2701 Shattuck – 5-story, mixed use, 57 units, 600 sq ft, quick serve restaurant, staff recommend approve
- 1722 Walnut – add 9th unit, staff recommend Deny
- 1601-1606 Oxford - Affordable Housing, 4-story, 34 agerestricted BMR (below market rate) for seniors, 1 manager unit, 2 All Souls Episcopal Parish staff units, staff recommend approve
- 1951-1975 Shattuck Ave - Project Preview, Construct 120 ft, 12 story mixed used, 156 units, 100 parking spaces https://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
- Racial & Criminal Justice Committee, Thur, Nov 8, 7:00 pm, 1256 Monterey, Berkeley, Indivisible Berkeley, DSA, Ella Baker Center for Human Rights meeting jointly to move forward on local and state levels, http://wellstoneclub.org/racial-criminal-justice-committee-meeting-on-nov-8th/
- City Reduced Service Day
- Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board – Special Meeting, Fri, Nov 9, 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm, no agenda or location posted, check link https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Rent_Stabilization_Board/Home/2018_Board_Meetings.aspx
- McGee Spaulding Neighbors in Action, Sat, Nov 10, Potluck Brunch 9:45 am, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm, University Village Community Room, Agenda: Neighborhood issues
- No City events found
The meeting list is posted in the Berkeley Daily Planet under Berkeley Activist’s Calendar
www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
October 28 - November 4, 2018
Worth Noting
Tuesday City Council meeting includes the mid-year Crime Report.
Holiday Food Drive, 8:30 am – 6:00 pm everyday month of November, hours vary by location. Call 981-6656 for information
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=15587
Sunday, October 28, 2018
www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
Wish to engage in campaigns to flip Republican Congressional Districts, local, state and national events check Indivisible Berkeley https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/actions and Wellstone Democratic Club, http://wellstoneclub.org
Worth Noting
Tuesday City Council meeting includes the mid-year Crime Report.
Holiday Food Drive, 8:30 am – 6:00 pm everyday month of November, hours vary by location. Call 981-6656 for information
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=15587
Sunday, October 28, 2018
- No City Sponsored events found
- Agenda Committee, Mon, Oct 29, 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm, 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Conf Room, Agenda Planning for Nov 13 City Council meeting, Key Items: 3000 Shattuck Appeal, Sanctuary Ordinance, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Agenda_Committee__2018_Index.aspx
- Parks and Waterfront Commission – Subcommittee Capital Projects with Public Works Commission Capital Projects Subcommittee, Mon, Oct 29, 1:30 pm – 3:00 pm, 2180 Milvia, Cyprus Room, Agenda: T1 https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Parks_and_Waterfront_Commission.aspx
- Personnel Board Special Session, Mon, Oct 29, 4:00 pm, 2180 Milvia, 1st Floor, Bay Laurel Room, Agenda: Revision EOE and Diversity Officer classification https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Personnel_Board_Homepage.aspx
- Tax the Rich rally with Occupella sing along, Mon, Oct 30, 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm top of Solano in front of closed Oaks Theater, On Nov 5 Tax the Rich rally begins winter hours 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm
- Berkeley City Council, Tue, Oct 30, 2134 MLK Jr Way, City Council Chambers,
- Closed Session, 5:00 pm, Agenda: Labor Negotiators, Public Employees’ Union 1, IBEW, Local 1245 https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2018/10_Oct/City_Council__10-30-18_-_Special_Closed_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
- Regular Council Meeting, 6:00 pm – 11:00 pm, Agenda: Item 29. Mid-year Crime Report, 30. IKE Kiosks https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2018/10_Oct/City_Council__10-30-2018_-_Regular_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
- Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board, 10:30 am – 12:00 pm, 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Housing Counseling
- Halloween – City events https://www.cityofberkeley.info/communitycalendar/default.asp?date=10%2F31%2F2018&month=10&Year=2018
- Cannabis Commission, Thur, Nov 1, 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm, 2180 Milvia St, 6th Floor, No Agenda Posted: Check before going https://www.cityofberkeley.info/MedicalCannabis/
- Housing Advisory Commission, Thur, Nov 1, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Measure T1, Housing Code Enforcement, http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Housing_Advisory_Commission/
- Landmarks Preservation Commission, Thur, Nov 1, 7:00 pm – 11:30 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: T1, BUSD Theater Building, 2415 Blake Landmark Structure of Merit http://www.cityofberkeley.info/landmarkspreservationcommission/
- Public Works Commission Thur, Nov 1, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 1326 Allston Way, Building A Willow Room, No Agenda Posted: Check before going https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Public_Works_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- No City meetings found
- Berkeley Neighborhood Council (BNC), Sat Nov 3, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm, 1901 Russell St, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library, Meets 1st Saturday of the month, No Agenda posted check link before going http://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/
- Last weekend before the election, If you drop off your absentee ballot in the ballot box at the Civic Center 2180 Milvia, no postage is needed. Absentee ballots must be turned in before close of polls on Tuesday, November 6 _____________________
www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
Wish to engage in campaigns to flip Republican Congressional Districts, local, state and national events check Indivisible Berkeley https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/actions and Wellstone Democratic Club, http://wellstoneclub.org
October 21 - October 28, 2018
The Calendar may look a little different as it was done jointly by Adolfo Cabral and Kelly Hammargren. Adolfo who reposts the activists’ calendar to Nextdoor will give Kelly a break in November. All the starred City meetings were NOT listed in the Community Calendar - City of Berkeley https://www.cityofberkeley.info/communitycalendar/default.asp?date=10%2F22%2F2018&month=10&Year=2018
Sunday, October 21-- No city meetings or events listed.
Monday, October 22
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Worth Noting
City of Berkeley live video web-cast schedule for those who cannot attend certain City meetings in person, see: https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventWebcastMain.aspx
City of Berkeley Annual Report (pdf link) c/o the City Manager
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/uploadedFiles/Clerk/Level_3_-_General/City%20of%20Berkeley%20Annual%20Report.pdf
or
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/AnnualReport/
-- Transfer Station Redesign: A Listening Session on November 7, from 1:30--3:30 pm at the Berkeley Central Library, 3rd Floor, Community Meeting Room at 2090 Kittredge St. - Give community input to our Zero Waste Division to envision a new facility to process and reduce waste, --see: https://www.cityofberkeley.info/City_Manager/Press_Releases/2018/2018-10-10_Help_envision_a_new_facility_to_reduce_waste.aspx
-- If you know someone who isn’t registered to vote or if you want to double check your own status to vote, the last day is October 22 at: https://www.sos.ca.gov/elections/upcoming-elections/general-election-november-6-2018/
-- You can help make the difference now in the 2018 elections. You can volunteer to help in our local, state and national events, political actions, town halls and 2018 election mobilizations. Political campaigns offer opportunities to make democracy work. By phone-banking and "post-carding" and other actions you can help voters in one of the vulnerable Congressional Districts.
Visit and contact:
Indivisible Berkeley <https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/>
Indivisible East Bay <https://indivisibleeb.org/>
Wellstone Democratic Renewal Club <http://wellstoneclub.org/>
Swing Left <https://swingleft.org/>
Democracy Action <https://demaction.us/>
Courage Campaign <http://act.couragecampaign.org>
– Building Bridges, Not Walls: Berkeley--America’s First Sanctuary City Exhibit opening on Sunday, November 11, from 11 am –1 pm. Between the mayor's dedication of a new WWI memorial plaque and the beginning of the United Against Hate rally, join us in the auditorium for an introduction to the new exhibit, followed by exhibit viewing. --See: http://www.berkeleyhistoricalsociety.org/news.html
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The calendar list is also now posted in the Berkeley Daily Planet under Berkeley Activist’s Calendar at www.berkeleydailyplanet.com -
and is also available on the Facebook pages for the Berkeley Progressive Alliance (BPA) and Berkeley Citizens Action (BCA).
Also, visit the (BNC) Berkeley Neighborhoods Council Newsletter link for information on City and community issues at <http://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/...>
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The Calendar may look a little different as it was done jointly by Adolfo Cabral and Kelly Hammargren. Adolfo who reposts the activists’ calendar to Nextdoor will give Kelly a break in November. All the starred City meetings were NOT listed in the Community Calendar - City of Berkeley https://www.cityofberkeley.info/communitycalendar/default.asp?date=10%2F22%2F2018&month=10&Year=2018
Sunday, October 21-- No city meetings or events listed.
Monday, October 22
- Children, Youth, and Recreation Commission, Mon, Oct. 22, from 7– 8:30 pm at Frances Albrier Center in San Pablo Park, 2800 Park St. Agenda: 2020 Vision, Community Agency Grant Process, Public Hearing Community Needs https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Children_Youth_and_Recreation_Commission/
- Zero Waste Commission Regular Meeting, Mon, Oct. 22, from 7– 9 pm, at the North Berkeley Senior Center, 1901 Hearst Ave (at MLK,Jr Way). Agenda: Updates/Presentations Transfer Station Feasibility study, Zero Waste Budget, Zero Waste Metrics https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Zero_Waste_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- *Community Environmental Advisory Commission – Bee City USA Subcommittee, Mon, Oct 22, 1:30 pm, 2000 University, Au Coquelet, Agenda: requirements and strategy to become Bee City USA http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Community_Environmental_Advisory_Commission/
- *Peace and Justice Commission, Mon, Oct 22, 7:00 pm – 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Rights of Persons with disabilities, Socially responsible Investments, Sanctuary Cities, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Peace_and_Justice_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- City Council Closed Session Special Meeting, Mon, Oct 22, 4:00 pm, 2180 Milvia 6th Floor, Conference with Labor Negotiator, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
- Tax the Rich rally with Occupella sing along, Mon, Oct 15, 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm top of Solano in front of closed Oaks Theater,
- *Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board – Tenants’ Rights Workshop, Tue, Oct 23, 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm, 2090 Kittredge, 3rd Floor, Community Room, workshop is free, link to register https://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/eventReg?oeidk=a07ef0vrv61090eb3fc&oseq=&c=&ch=
- *Civic Arts Commission, Wed, Oct 24, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm, West Branch Berkeley Library, 1125 University, Agenda: Festivals Grants Guidelines, 2120 Berkeley Way Art Plan, Artwork purchases,
- https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CivicArtsCommissionHomepage/
- *Commission on the Status of Women, Wed, Oct 24, 6:45 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Guest speaker, City Manager, Dee Williams – Ridley, Women’s homelessness meeting,
- https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_the_Status_of_Women_Homepage.aspx
- Commission on Labor/Subcommittee on Homeless Youth, Wed., Oct. 24, from 7-9 pm, South Berkeley Senior Center, 2939 Ellis, On agenda: Development of a homeless youth policy
- https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Labor_Homepage.aspx
- Homeless Commission Youth Policy Subcommittee , Wed., Oct. 24, from 7- 9pm, at the South Berkeley Senior Center, 2939 Ellis St. On agenda: Continuing proposal for a homeless youth policy with representatives of community organizations invited for input. --See: https://www.cityofberkeley.info/uploadedFiles/Housing/Commissions/Commission_for_Homeless/10-24-18_YouthPolicySubcommitteeAgenda.pdf
- Energy Commission, Wed, Oct 24, from 6:30-9 pm, at North Berkeley Senior Center, 1901 Hearst Street. On agenda:- EBCE – East Bay Community Energy, Fossil Fuel Free Subcommittee, BESO Evaluation RFP. Proposals to transition to 100% clean energy. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Energy_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Police Review Commission, Wed., Oct. 24, from 7-10 pm, at South Berkeley Senior Center, 2939 Ellis St. (at Ashby). On agenda: - Policy on officer recoding of traffic stops, - PRC outreach plans. --See: https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Police_Review_Commission/Home/PRC_Meetings.aspx
- Disaster and Fire Safety Commission, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 997 Cedar St, Fire Department Training Center, Agenda: FEMA Hazard Mitigation Assistance grant, Drones for Fire & Emergency Medical Response, Emergency Alerting, City Wildfire Evacuation Plan, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Disaster_and_Fire_Safety_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- *Ad-Hoc Subcommittee on Climate Emergency, Wed, Oct 24, 11:30 am – 1:00 pm, 2180 Milvia, Redwood Room, Agenda: Presentation Paul Koretz office on LA Climate Mobilization, Presentation Darebin Climate Mobilization Strategic Plan https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Adhoc_Committee_on_Climate_Emergency/
- Zoning Adjustments Board, Thurs., Oct. 25, from 7-11:30 pm, at City Council Chambers, 2134 Martin Luther King Jr. Way. http://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/ On agenda:
- 2190 Shattuck Ave.-Proposed C-DMU, 18-story building with 274 residential units above 10K sq/ft retail space, 103 subterranean parking spaces
- 2558-2588 Bancroft Way - To demolish the Bancroft Center Building and demolish half of City Landmark Fred Turner Building (2546-2554 Bancroft Way); to construct a new mixed-use building of approx.122 units, above 11K sq/ft commercial space, 37 parking space subterranean commercial garage.
- 1050 Parker Street Medical Office Building– To modify plans of unconstructed 60.6K sq/ft building with 20K sq/ft medical offices, to modify 40k sq/ft research and development space for medical offices, 115 auto & 48 bicycle parking spaces.
- Pardee Block Parking Lot Project (1010,-14,-16 Carleton St.& 2700-12,-14 Tenth St; & 1001-03-13 Pardee St.) - For construction approx 44K sq/ft of surface parking lot required for medical offices at 1050 Parker St. for 123 auto & 18 bicycle parking spaces.
- Community Health Commission, Thurs., Oct. 25, from 6:30- 9pm, at the South Berkeley Senior Center, 2939 Ellis St. On agenda: - BUSD food program, - Affordable Housing presentation, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Community_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Mental Health Commission, Thurs., Oct. 25, from 7-9 pm, at North Berkeley Senior Center, 1901 Hearst Street. On agenda: By-laws, Grievance Procedure, Mental Health manager update, - Subcommittees reports. --See: https://www.cityofberkeley.info/uploadedFiles/Health_Human_Services/Commissions/Commission_for_Mental_Health/MHC%20AGE%20102518.pdf
- Fair Campaign Practices Commission -Special Meeting, Thurs., Oct. 25, from 7-8 pm, at North Berkeley Senior Center, Classroom C, 1901 Hearst St. (Possibly) on agenda: - Regarding potential violation of Berkeley Election Reform Act in 2018 campaigns, - Potential public financing proposal changes, - Sub-committee report on campaign independent expenditures. --See: https://www.cityofberkeley.info/FCPC/
- Wellstone Democratic Club Meeting, Thursday, Oct. 25 at 6:45 pm at Humanist Hall, 390-27th St. (nr Telegraph Ave) in Oakland --with a potluck at 6pm, please bring something to share if partaking. Discussing election issues and “Gender and Race in the 2018 Elections” with Carroll Fife, OAC for Community Empowerment (ACCE) and Carole Joffe, Prof.of Ob/Gyn, UCSF. For more information, visit: <http://wellstoneclub.org/>
- Berkeley Historical Society's Collection Gems: 40 Years of Documenting Berkeley History BHS Museum Hours: Thursday, Friday and Saturday, 1–4 pm, until October 27. View our brand-new ten-panel timeline that illustrates Berkeley's history from its first settlements to the present day, all richly illustrated. --See: http://www.berkeleyhistoricalsociety.org/?mc_cid=938df7b333&mc_eid=94ff4f50fe
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Worth Noting
City of Berkeley live video web-cast schedule for those who cannot attend certain City meetings in person, see: https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventWebcastMain.aspx
City of Berkeley Annual Report (pdf link) c/o the City Manager
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/uploadedFiles/Clerk/Level_3_-_General/City%20of%20Berkeley%20Annual%20Report.pdf
or
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/AnnualReport/
-- Transfer Station Redesign: A Listening Session on November 7, from 1:30--3:30 pm at the Berkeley Central Library, 3rd Floor, Community Meeting Room at 2090 Kittredge St. - Give community input to our Zero Waste Division to envision a new facility to process and reduce waste, --see: https://www.cityofberkeley.info/City_Manager/Press_Releases/2018/2018-10-10_Help_envision_a_new_facility_to_reduce_waste.aspx
-- If you know someone who isn’t registered to vote or if you want to double check your own status to vote, the last day is October 22 at: https://www.sos.ca.gov/elections/upcoming-elections/general-election-november-6-2018/
-- You can help make the difference now in the 2018 elections. You can volunteer to help in our local, state and national events, political actions, town halls and 2018 election mobilizations. Political campaigns offer opportunities to make democracy work. By phone-banking and "post-carding" and other actions you can help voters in one of the vulnerable Congressional Districts.
Visit and contact:
Indivisible Berkeley <https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/>
Indivisible East Bay <https://indivisibleeb.org/>
Wellstone Democratic Renewal Club <http://wellstoneclub.org/>
Swing Left <https://swingleft.org/>
Democracy Action <https://demaction.us/>
Courage Campaign <http://act.couragecampaign.org>
– Building Bridges, Not Walls: Berkeley--America’s First Sanctuary City Exhibit opening on Sunday, November 11, from 11 am –1 pm. Between the mayor's dedication of a new WWI memorial plaque and the beginning of the United Against Hate rally, join us in the auditorium for an introduction to the new exhibit, followed by exhibit viewing. --See: http://www.berkeleyhistoricalsociety.org/news.html
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The calendar list is also now posted in the Berkeley Daily Planet under Berkeley Activist’s Calendar at www.berkeleydailyplanet.com -
and is also available on the Facebook pages for the Berkeley Progressive Alliance (BPA) and Berkeley Citizens Action (BCA).
Also, visit the (BNC) Berkeley Neighborhoods Council Newsletter link for information on City and community issues at <http://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/...>
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October 14 - October 21, 2018
Worth Noting ** Meetings
Tuesday City Council starts with 4:30 session draft recommendation for reorganizing how Council functions by establishing standing Policy Committees. Of note, Budget items from City Manager would not go to Budget Committee. Regular Council session at 6:00 pm on consent item 11. is another increase for Ghilotti Contractor bringing the total cost of the South Cove Restroom Project to $1,840,072. Council was reluctant to approve the last cost overrun for the Restroom. 14. On consent to approve Ghillotti as the “low bid” on the Shattuck reconfiguration.
Wednesday is a public hearing on community needs at 6:00 pm and at 7:00 pm is a presentation by Berkeley Police on Policing de-escalation. Both are at the South Berkeley Senior Center.
Thursday is a presentation by Berkeley Police on Policing de-escalation.
Saturday is the BNC forum on Planning
Sunday, October 14, 2018
The meeting list is posted in the Berkeley Daily Planet under Berkeley Activist’s Calendar
www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
When notices of meetings are found that are posted after Friday 5:00 pm they are added to the website schedule https://www.sustainableberkeleycoalition.com/whats-ahead.html and preceded by LATE ENTRY
Wish to engage in campaigns to flip Republican Congressional Districts, local, state and national events check Indivisible Berkeley https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/actions and Wellstone Democratic Club, http://wellstoneclub.org
Worth Noting ** Meetings
Tuesday City Council starts with 4:30 session draft recommendation for reorganizing how Council functions by establishing standing Policy Committees. Of note, Budget items from City Manager would not go to Budget Committee. Regular Council session at 6:00 pm on consent item 11. is another increase for Ghilotti Contractor bringing the total cost of the South Cove Restroom Project to $1,840,072. Council was reluctant to approve the last cost overrun for the Restroom. 14. On consent to approve Ghillotti as the “low bid” on the Shattuck reconfiguration.
Wednesday is a public hearing on community needs at 6:00 pm and at 7:00 pm is a presentation by Berkeley Police on Policing de-escalation. Both are at the South Berkeley Senior Center.
Thursday is a presentation by Berkeley Police on Policing de-escalation.
Saturday is the BNC forum on Planning
Sunday, October 14, 2018
- No City Sponsored events found
- Agenda Committee, Mon, Oct 15, 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm, 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Conf Room, Agenda Planning for Oct 30 City Council meeting, Key Items: Increasing Safety at San Pablo Park, Unregistered short & medium term rentals, Mid-year Crime Report, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Agenda_Committee__2018_Index.aspx
- Berkeley City Council Closed Session, Mon, Oct 15, 6:00 pm – 11:00 pm, 2134 MLK Jr Way, City Council Chambers, Agenda: Conference with Labor Negotiators https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2018/10_Oct/City_Council__10-15-2018_Special_Closed_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
- Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board, Mon, Oct 15,
- Outreach Committee, 5:30 pm, 2001 Center, Law Library 2nd Floor
- Regular Meeting, 7:30 pm – 11:00 pm, 2050 Center, Berkeley City College Auditorium https://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
- Civic Arts Commission, Mon, Oct 15, 2180 Milvia,
- Public Art Subcommittee, 9:00 am – 10:30 am, Redwood Room
- Grants Subcommittee, 5:00 pm, Cypress Room https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CivicArtsCommissionHomepage/
- Tax the Rich rally with Occupella sing along, Mon, Oct 15, 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm top of Solano in front of closed Oaks Theater,
- Berkeley City Council, Tue, Oct 16, 2134 MLK Jr Way, City Council Chambers,
- **Special Meeting, 4:30 pm, Agenda: Proposed Draft Structure for City Council Standing Policy Committees https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2018/10_Oct/City_Council__10-16-2018_-_Special_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
- **Regular Council Meeting, 6:00 pm – 11:00 pm, Agenda - Key items: 11. Another amendment increasing Ghilotti contract for South Cove Restroom Project total now $1,840,072 14. Low bid by Ghilotti Contractors for Shattuck reconfiguration 16. Funding 35 Affordable units 1601-1603 Oxford 17. Installation of cameras at San Pablo Park, 18.&19. Sidewalk regulations 21. Sanctuary Contracting Ordinance, 22. Videotaping Planning Commission, 23. Revised GLA (Group Living), 25. Welcome to Berkeley Signage, 26. a.&b. Home Share, 27. Small Sites Housing, 28. Objects on Sidewalks., Information Report: Berkeley Microgrid Project https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2018/10_Oct/City_Council__10-16-2018_-_Regular_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
- Commission on Aging, Wed, Oct 17, 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Electric Scooters https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Aging_Homepage.aspx
- **Special Hearing on Community Needs with Homeless, Housing Advisory, Human Welfare & Community Action, Children, Youth & Recreation Commissions, Wed, Oct 17, 6:00 pm, 2939 Ellis St. South Berkeley Senior Center, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Homeless_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Mental Health Commission Fiscal/Program, Technology, Accountability Subcommittee, Wed, Oct 17, 11:00 am 2180 Milvia, Pepperwood Room https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Mental_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Thursday, October 18, 2018
- Design Review Committee, Thur, Oct 18, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: 2628 Shattuck Ave – Preliminary Design Review, 6-story mixed use, 78 units https://www.cityofberkeley.info/designreview/
- Fair Campaign Practices Commission, Thur, Oct 18, 7:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, No Agenda posted, check before going http://www.cityofberkeley.info/FCPC/
- Open Government Commission, Thur, Oct 18, 7:30 pm or 8:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, No Agenda posted, check before going http://www.cityofberkeley.info/opengovermentcommission/
- Public Works Commission and Parks and Waterfront Commission Capital Projects Subcommittee, Thur, Oct 18, 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm, 1326 Allston Way, Building A Willow Room, Agenda: T1 Bond Measure https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Parks_and_Waterfront_Commission.aspx
- **Police Review Commission, Thur, Oct 18, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: BPD Presentation of De-escalation Training Program for Police Officers https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Sugar-Sweetened Beverage Product Panel of Experts, Thur, Oct 18, 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center
- https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Sugar-Sweetened_Beverage_Product_Panel_of_Experts.aspx
- Transportation Commission, Thur, Oct 18, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Discussion with AC transit Rep, one-way car share, T-Bond, Pedestrian Plan, Stop Sign Warrants https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Transportation_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- No City meetings found
- **Berkeley Neighborhood Council (BNC) Forum with Planning Director Timothy Burroughs, Sat Oct 20, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm, 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center,
- No City Sponsored Events Found
The meeting list is posted in the Berkeley Daily Planet under Berkeley Activist’s Calendar
www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
When notices of meetings are found that are posted after Friday 5:00 pm they are added to the website schedule https://www.sustainableberkeleycoalition.com/whats-ahead.html and preceded by LATE ENTRY
Wish to engage in campaigns to flip Republican Congressional Districts, local, state and national events check Indivisible Berkeley https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/actions and Wellstone Democratic Club, http://wellstoneclub.org
October 7 - October 14, 2018
Worth Noting
If you know someone who isn’t registered to vote or you want to double check your own status to vote the last day is October 22. https://www.sos.ca.gov/elections/upcoming-elections/general-election-november-6-2018/
If 2016 has taught us anything, it is that we can’t count on any election results. Please help on local campaigns. To help with campaigns outside our borders go to Indivisible Berkeley and Wellstone Democratic Renewal Club for information.
Future
City Council October 16 meeting available for comment. Key items: 11. Another amendment increasing Ghilotti contract for South Cove Restroom Project 14. Low bid by Ghilotti Contractors for Shattuck reconfiguration 17. Installation of cameras at San Pablo Park, 18.&19. Sidewalk regulations 21. Sanctuary Contracting Ordinance, 23. Revised GLA (Group Living), 25. Welcome to Berkeley Signage, 26. a.&b. Home Share, 27. Small Sites Housing, 28. Objects on Sidewalks.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2018/10_Oct/City_Council__10-16-2018_-_Regular_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
Sunday, October 7, 2018
The meeting list is posted in the Berkeley Daily Planet under Berkeley Activist’s Calendar
www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
The meeting list is also posted on the Sustainable Berkeley Coalition website.
http://www.sustainableberkeleycoalition.com/whats-ahead.html
When notices of meetings are found that are posted after Friday 5:00 pm they are added to the website schedule https://www.sustainableberkeleycoalition.com/whats-ahead.html and preceded by LATE ENTRY
Wish to engage in campaigns to flip Republican Congressional Districts, local, state and national events check Indivisible Berkeley https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/actions and Wellstone Democratic Club, http://wellstoneclub.org
Worth Noting
If you know someone who isn’t registered to vote or you want to double check your own status to vote the last day is October 22. https://www.sos.ca.gov/elections/upcoming-elections/general-election-november-6-2018/
If 2016 has taught us anything, it is that we can’t count on any election results. Please help on local campaigns. To help with campaigns outside our borders go to Indivisible Berkeley and Wellstone Democratic Renewal Club for information.
Future
City Council October 16 meeting available for comment. Key items: 11. Another amendment increasing Ghilotti contract for South Cove Restroom Project 14. Low bid by Ghilotti Contractors for Shattuck reconfiguration 17. Installation of cameras at San Pablo Park, 18.&19. Sidewalk regulations 21. Sanctuary Contracting Ordinance, 23. Revised GLA (Group Living), 25. Welcome to Berkeley Signage, 26. a.&b. Home Share, 27. Small Sites Housing, 28. Objects on Sidewalks.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2018/10_Oct/City_Council__10-16-2018_-_Regular_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
Sunday, October 7, 2018
- No City Sponsored events found
- Indigenous Peoples Day – Berkeley City Holiday
- League of Women Voters Pros & Cons Environmental Measures, Mon, Oct 8, 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1100 San Pablo Ave, Belmont Village https://www.lwvbae.org/calendar/
- Tax the Rich rally with Occupella sing along, Mon, Oct 8, 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm top of Solano in front of closed Oaks Theater, The very first Tax the Rich Rally was September 12, 2011. Occupy NYC began the following Saturday in 2011.
- Berkeley City Council Special Meeting, Tue, Oct 9, 6:00 pm – 11:00 pm, 2134 MLK Jr Way, City Council Chambers, Agenda: Evaluation Pathways Project, Planning Department Service Improvements, Cannabis Regulations and Business Selection Process https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2018/10_Oct/City_Council__10-09-2018_-_Special_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
- Energy Commission – Subcommittee Fossil Fuel Free and Carbon Sink, Tue, Oct 9, 5:00 pm, 2000 University, Au Coquelet,https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Energy_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Ad-Hoc Subcommittee on Climate Emergency, Wed, Oct 10, 11:30 am – 1:00 pm, 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, Redwood Room, Agenda: Not Available, check before goinghttps://www.cityofberkeley.info/Adhoc_Committee_on_Climate_Emergency/
- Homeless Commission, Wed, Oct 10, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Winter Shelters, stop criminalizing unhoused, encampments https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Homeless_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Parks and Waterfront Commission, Wed, Oct 10, 2800 Park St, Frances Albrier Community Center, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Parks_and_Waterfront_Commission.aspx
- 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm, Marina Fiscal Subcommittee
- 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, Regular Meeting, Agenda: Measure FF, Marina Parking Study, Marina Fiscal issues, Urban Pollinator Habitat, Traffic Circle vegetation,
- Police Review Commission, Wed, Oct 10, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Policy Body Worn Cameras, Lexipol Policies, BPD Response to Aug 5, Protests, Policies BPD audio recordings https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- League of Women Voters with Berkeley Mayor - Berkeley Measures O&P, Thur, Oct 11, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 2055 Center Street, Bay Area Children’s Theatre Osher Studio https://www.lwvbae.org/calendar/
- Community Environmental Advisory Commission, Thur, Oct 11, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Russell St, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library, Agenda: CalPIRG request to ban neonicotinold (bee-killing pesticide), Climate Mobilization Technical Implementation Plan, Lead Paint Resolution, Draft CO2 Label Gas stations recommendations https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Community_Environmental_Advisory_Commission/
- Zoning Adjustments Board, Thur, Oct 11, 7:00 pm – 11:30 pm, 2134 MLK Jr. Way, City Council Chambers, Staff recommend approve on all, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
- 1025 Miller Ave – new single family dwelling
- 1200 San Pablo – demolish 1-story non-residential building, construct 6-story, 57 dwellings, 44 parking spaces,
- 2454 San Pablo – replace carwash and add 2-story administrative building
- 1311 Glendale – legalize hot tub, appeal of use permit
- 2628 Shattuck – preview, demolish 1-story care facility, construct 7-story mixed use 78 dwelling units, reduce required setback,
- City Reduced Services Day, check before attempting to access City Services, 981-2489
- McGee Spaulding Neighbors in Action, Sat, Oct 13, Potluck Brunch 9:45 am, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm, University Village Community Room, Agenda: Neighborhood issues
- Harvest Festival, Sat, Oct 13, 11:00 am – 4:00 pm, Cedar Rose Park
- Music in the Park, Sat, Oct 13, 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm, Cedar Rose Park
- No City Sponsored Events Found
The meeting list is posted in the Berkeley Daily Planet under Berkeley Activist’s Calendar
www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
The meeting list is also posted on the Sustainable Berkeley Coalition website.
http://www.sustainableberkeleycoalition.com/whats-ahead.html
When notices of meetings are found that are posted after Friday 5:00 pm they are added to the website schedule https://www.sustainableberkeleycoalition.com/whats-ahead.html and preceded by LATE ENTRY
Wish to engage in campaigns to flip Republican Congressional Districts, local, state and national events check Indivisible Berkeley https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/actions and Wellstone Democratic Club, http://wellstoneclub.org
September 30 - October 7, 2018
Worth Noting
Election Campaigns are in full swing. The League of Women Voters is sponsoring the Assembly District 15 Candidate Forum (Beckles & Wicks) Tuesday evening. Thursday evening is the Forum on State and local propositions. To help with campaigns outside our borders go to Indivisible Berkeley and Wellstone Democratic Renewal Club for information.
Future
ZAB Oct 11 Agenda available for comment:1200 San Pablo 6-story 57 dwellings, 1311 Glendale legalize hot tub enclosure, 2434 San Pablo carwash with 2-story admin building, 2628 Shattuck 7-story with 78 dwelling units
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
Sunday, September 30, 2018
The meeting list is posted in the Berkeley Daily Planet under Berkeley Activist’s Calendar
www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
When notices of meetings are found that are posted after Friday 5:00 pm they are added to the website schedule https://www.sustainableberkeleycoalition.com/whats-ahead.html and preceded by LATE ENTRY
Wish to engage in campaigns to flip Republican Congressional Districts, local, state and national events check Indivisible Berkeley https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/actions and Wellstone Democratic Club, http://wellstoneclub.org
Worth Noting
Election Campaigns are in full swing. The League of Women Voters is sponsoring the Assembly District 15 Candidate Forum (Beckles & Wicks) Tuesday evening. Thursday evening is the Forum on State and local propositions. To help with campaigns outside our borders go to Indivisible Berkeley and Wellstone Democratic Renewal Club for information.
Future
ZAB Oct 11 Agenda available for comment:1200 San Pablo 6-story 57 dwellings, 1311 Glendale legalize hot tub enclosure, 2434 San Pablo carwash with 2-story admin building, 2628 Shattuck 7-story with 78 dwelling units
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
Sunday, September 30, 2018
- Singing For Change: Occupella Singing in the Lifeboats, Sun, Sept 30, 2 p.m., 1931 Center St, Berkeley (Veteran’s Building), an account of Occupy by Nancy Schimmel, with reading and singing, Songbook available at Berkeley Historical Society, Down Home Music, and sisterschoice.com Songbook free at occupella.org.
- Agenda Committee, Monday, Mon, Oct 1, 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm, 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Conf. Room, Agenda: Planning for October 16, City Council meeting, Consent 12. Sit, Lying, Dogs, Objects on Sidewalks, 13. Non-criminal Sidewalks Regulations, 16. Videotaping Planning Commission, 17. GLA Ordinance, Action 19. a&b Home Share, 20. Small sites, 21. Use Streets and Sidewalks https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Agenda_Committee__2018_Index.aspx
- Personnel Board, Mon, Oct 1, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda:https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Personnel_Board_Homepage.aspx
- Tax the Rich rally with Occupella sing along, Mon, Oct 1, 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm top of Solano in front of closed Oaks Theater, The very first Tax the Rich Rally was September 12, 2011. Occupy NYC began the following Saturday in 2011.
- Berkeley City Council, Tue, Oct 2, 6:00 pm – 11:00 pm, 2134 MLK Jr Way, City Council Chambers, Agenda: B. Lobbyists Ordinance, D. a,b,c Vehicle Encampment, E. Welcome to Berkeley Signs, G. a.&b.Small Sites Program, !0. a.&b. Cannabis Ordinance, 11. A&b. Path to End Homelessness, 13. Whistleblower protectionhttps://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2018/10_Oct/City_Council__10-02-2018_-_Regular_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
- League of Women Voters Assembly District 15, Tue, Oct 2, 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm, 1930 Allston Way, Berkeley Community Theater, sign up www.tinyurl.com/AD15general https://www.lwvbae.org/calendar/
- Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board – IRA / AGA / Registration Committee, Wed, Oct 3, 8:30 am 2001 Center Street, Law Library, 2nd Floor, Agenda: Inflationary Adjustment of Owner Move-In, Ellis Act Relocation Assistance payments http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
- Board of Library Trustees, Wed, Oct 3, 6:30 pm, 1901 Russell St, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library, Agenda: Janitorial Services, 17th Annual Authors Dinner, Time for 3 all staff meetings, 2019 Holiday and early closing schedule https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
- Planning Commission, Wed, Oct 3, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Public Hearing: Zoning Ordinance Amendments Supporting Small Businesses, Auto Sales in C-SA Districthttps://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- League of Women Voters Berkeley Pro-Con Forum State and Local Propositions, Thur, Oct 4, 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 2050 Center Street, Berkeley City College https://www.lwvbae.org/calendar/
- Housing Advisory Commission, Thur, Oct 4, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: U1 Biannual Report, Resolution Support Housing, Opportunity, Mobility and Equity (HOME) Act, Smoke free multi-unit, Joint Subcommittee Implementation State Housing Law, Code Enforcementhttps://www.cityofberkeley.info/Housing_Advisory_Commission/
- Landmarks Preservation Commission, Thur, Oct 4, 7:00 pm – 11:30 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda:
- 2355 Telegraph – Signage
- 2580 Bancroft Way – Fred Turner Building
- 1940 Haste Street – receiver site for historic residential building
- 1920 Allston – partial rehab project
- 1526-28 Sixth Street - demolition referral
- Evaluation Appeal Process
- Clarification current status Campanile Wayhttp://www.cityofberkeley.info/landmarkspreservationcommission/
- Public Works Commission, Thur, Oct 4, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 1326 Allston Way, Willow Room, City of Berkeley Corporation Yard, Agenda: Not Availablehttps://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Public_Works_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Fair Campaign Practices Commission, - Ad Hoc Independent Expenditures, Fri, Oct, 5, 4:00 pm, 2180 Milvia, 1st, Cypress Meeting Room, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/FCPC/
- Berkeley Neighborhood Council (BNC), Sat, Oct 6, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm, 1901 Russell St, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library, Agenda: not posted check link before going http://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/bnc-agendas/
- No City Sponsored Events Found
The meeting list is posted in the Berkeley Daily Planet under Berkeley Activist’s Calendar
www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
When notices of meetings are found that are posted after Friday 5:00 pm they are added to the website schedule https://www.sustainableberkeleycoalition.com/whats-ahead.html and preceded by LATE ENTRY
Wish to engage in campaigns to flip Republican Congressional Districts, local, state and national events check Indivisible Berkeley https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/actions and Wellstone Democratic Club, http://wellstoneclub.org
September 23 - September 30, 2018
Worth Noting:
Very busy week ahead. Besides all the City meetings, the League of Women Voters is sponsoring candidate forums Tuesday evening for the School Board and Wednesday for the Rent Board.
Future
October 2, City Council meeting agenda posted and available for review and comment, 9. Parking, 10. a.&b. Cannabis Ordinance, 11. a.&b. Homelessness, 12. a.&b. Sanctuary Working group, 13. Whistleblower protection ordinance
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Sunday, September 23, 2018
Saturday, September 29, 2018
No City sponsored events listed
Sunday, September 30, 2018
No City Sponsored Events Found
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The meeting list is posted in the Berkeley Daily Planet under Berkeley Activist’s Calendar
www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
Wish to engage in campaigns to flip Republican Congressional Districts, local, state and national events check Indivisible Berkeley https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/actions and Wellstone Democratic Club, http://wellstoneclub.org
Worth Noting:
Very busy week ahead. Besides all the City meetings, the League of Women Voters is sponsoring candidate forums Tuesday evening for the School Board and Wednesday for the Rent Board.
Future
October 2, City Council meeting agenda posted and available for review and comment, 9. Parking, 10. a.&b. Cannabis Ordinance, 11. a.&b. Homelessness, 12. a.&b. Sanctuary Working group, 13. Whistleblower protection ordinance
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Sunday, September 23, 2018
- No City sponsored events listed
- City/UC/Student Relations Committee, Mon, Sept 24, 9:00 am – 11:00 am, 2465 Bancroft Way, Eshleman Hall, Bay View Room, 5th Floor, Agenda: Group Living Ordinance https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/City/UC/Student_Relations_Committee.aspx
- Ad Hoc subcommittee on Paid Family Leave, Mon, Sept 24, !:00 pm – 2:30 pm, 2180 Milvia, %th Floor Pepperwood Room, Agenda: Berkeley Employee Data, Fair Workweek https://www.cityofberkeley.info/paidfamilyleavesubcommittee/
- Berkeley City Council – closed session, Mon, Sept 24, 4:00 pm, 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, Agenda: Labor negotiators https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
- Vision 2050 - Transportation Infrastructure, Mon, Sept 24, 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, https://www.eventbrite.com/e/vision-2050-retooling-berkeleys-transportation-infrastructure-to-meet-the-challenges-of-the-future-tickets-50002854885
- Children, Youth and Recreation Commission, Mon, Sept 24, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 2800 Park St, Frances Albrier Community Center at San Pablo Park https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Children_Youth_and_Recreation_Commission/
- Zero Waste Commission, Mon, Sept 24, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Single Use Foodware Ordinance https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Zero_Waste_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Tax the Rich rally with Occupella sing along, Mon, Sept 24, 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm top of Solano in front of closed Oaks Theater, The very first Tax the Rich Rally was September 12, 2011. Occupy NYC began the following Saturday in 2011.
- Berkeley City Council, Tue, Sept 25, 2134 MLK Jr Way, City Council Chambers, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
- 5:00 pm Special Session - Update Berkeley 2020 Vision
- 6:00 pm Regular Session – 5. Dorothy Day House Homeless FY 2019 Winter Shelter Contract, Traffic Circle Ordinance, 26. Game Day Parking, B. Lobbyists Ordinance, C. a.&b. RV Encampment, D. Police Publishing Arrest Photos, e. Density Ordinance, F. Welcome to Berkeley Signage, G. Allow Mayor and Council employees serve as Commissioner, 32. a.&b 1281 University Affordable and Temporary Housing 33. a.&b. Small Sites Program
- League of Women Voters Berkeley School Board Candidate Forum, Tue, Sept 25, 7:30 pm – 8:45 pm, 2050 Center Street, Berkeley City College https://www.facebook.com/events/948945371956188/
- Ad-Hoc Subcommittee on Climate Emergency, Wed, Sept 26, 11:30 am – 1:00 pm, 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Room, Agenda: Spring Summit, Berkeley Focus https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Adhoc_Committee_on_Climate_Emergency/
- Civic Arts Commission, Wed, Sept 26, 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Action items: Public Art 2503 Haste, Civic Center Lobby Mural Telegraph-Channing Garage, Trash Can Mosaics Telegraph, Sculpture Dwight Triangle, T1, Budget https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CivicArtsCommissionHomepage/
- Disaster and Fire Safety Commission, Wed, Sept 26, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 997 Cedar St, Fire Department Training Center, Agenda: Tubbs Fire after action Report https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Disaster_and_Fire_Safety_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Energy Commission, Wed, Sept 26, 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Climate Policy, EV, Fossil Free, Sunshares bayareasunshares.org Outreach, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Energy_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Police Review Commission, Wed, Sept 26, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Homeless Encampment, Body-worn cameras policy, protests and release of photos, Lexipol Policies, Audio Recordings https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- League of Women Voters Berkeley Candidate Forum Rent Stabilization Board, Wed, Sept 26 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 2050 Center Street, Berkeley City College https://www.facebook.com/events/229257017735139/
- Le Conte Neighborhood Association, Wed, Sept 26, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 2905 Shattuck, Art House Gallery, Agenda: People’s Park, Traffic Circle, District 7 candidates
- Community Health Commission, Thur, Sept 27, 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 2939 Ellis St. South Berkeley Senior Center, No agenda posted, check link before going https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Community_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Mental Health Commission, Thur, Sept 27, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Mental_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Zoning Adjustments Board, Thur, Sept 27, 7:00 pm – 11:30 pm, 2134 MLK Jr. Way, City Council Chambers, Agenda:
- 1250 University – hydrogen fuel station at existing gas station – on consent
- 901 Grayson #100 – convert 4952 Sq Ft of biomedical laboratory/manufacturing into school use – on consent
- 1353 Berkeley Way – demolish one-car garage and construct 2-storydwelling with garage with 4 ft setback where 15 ft. required – on consent
- 1331 Ashby – demolish 1-story single family dwelling and detached accessory structure and construct 6-dwelling units in 3 detached two to three story buildings with 3 parking spaces – action
- 2580 Bancroft – EIR Certification for Fred Turner Building development 122 dwelling units http://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
- Housing Advisory Commission – Student Housing Subcommittee, Fri, Sept 28, 1:00 pm, 2000 University, Au Coquelet, purchase of food/beverage not required to attend https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Housing_Advisory_Commission/
Saturday, September 29, 2018
No City sponsored events listed
Sunday, September 30, 2018
No City Sponsored Events Found
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The meeting list is posted in the Berkeley Daily Planet under Berkeley Activist’s Calendar
www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
Wish to engage in campaigns to flip Republican Congressional Districts, local, state and national events check Indivisible Berkeley https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/actions and Wellstone Democratic Club, http://wellstoneclub.org
September 16 - September 23, 2018
Worth Noting:
Elections are heating up and there is plenty to do even if you don’t like door to door canvassing or phone banking. Hand written postcards are helping in out of area campaigns. Check Indivisible Berkeley for Postcard Parties https://indivisibleberkeley.org/
The League of Women Voters is sponsoring Berkeley City Council Candidate forums on Tuesday District 1 and Wednesday Districts 4,7,8.
Thursday, City Council decides the Campanile Way View appeal.
Future
Agenda plan for Sept 25 City Council Meeting is posted, however, it has not been updated to include City Council items that were not voted on at the September 13, Council meeting. Use the link to check the agenda after Monday September 17
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Agenda_Committee__2018_Index.aspx
September 25, League of Women Voters Berkeley School Board Candidate Forum
https://www.facebook.com/events/311283752972404/
September 27, Zoning Adjustment Board EIR Certification 2580 Bancroft Way
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
Sunday, September 16, 2018
The meeting list is posted in the Berkeley Daily Planet under Berkeley Activist’s Calendar
www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
Wish to engage in campaigns to flip Republican Congressional Districts, local, state and national events check Indivisible Berkeley https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/actions and Wellstone Democratic Club, http://wellstoneclub.org
Worth Noting:
Elections are heating up and there is plenty to do even if you don’t like door to door canvassing or phone banking. Hand written postcards are helping in out of area campaigns. Check Indivisible Berkeley for Postcard Parties https://indivisibleberkeley.org/
The League of Women Voters is sponsoring Berkeley City Council Candidate forums on Tuesday District 1 and Wednesday Districts 4,7,8.
Thursday, City Council decides the Campanile Way View appeal.
Future
Agenda plan for Sept 25 City Council Meeting is posted, however, it has not been updated to include City Council items that were not voted on at the September 13, Council meeting. Use the link to check the agenda after Monday September 17
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Agenda_Committee__2018_Index.aspx
September 25, League of Women Voters Berkeley School Board Candidate Forum
https://www.facebook.com/events/311283752972404/
September 27, Zoning Adjustment Board EIR Certification 2580 Bancroft Way
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
Sunday, September 16, 2018
- Indivisible Berkeley General Assembly, Sun, Sept 16, 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1970 Chestnut St, Finnish Hall, General Assembly meeting, https://indivisibleberkeley.org/
- Agenda Committee, Mon, Sept 17, 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm, 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Conf Room, Agenda: Planning for October 2 Council meeting, Consent: 4. goBerkeley Pilot Parking Project, 7. Extend time to impose discipline BPD pursuant to Police review Commission (PRC) findings, 8. PRC training for Commissioners, 9. Whistleblower protections, 10. Expanding paid parking, 11. Reduce In-Lieu Fee 2597 Telegraph, 12. a.&b. Public Health Approach to Proposed Cannabis Ordinance, 13. a.&b. Path to End Homelessness, 14. a.&b. Regional Sanctuary-Community working Group, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Agenda_Committee__2018_Index.aspx
- Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board, Mon, Sept 17, http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
- 5:30 pm Outreach Committee, 2001 Center Street Law Library
- 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm Board Meeting, 2134 MLK Jr. Way, City Council Chambers, Agenda: Appeal 472 Kentucky Ave (starts before 7:30 pm)
- Board of Library Trustees – Special Meeting, Mon, Sept 17, 6:30 pm, 2090 Kittredge, Central Library, Agenda: FY 2018 Budget results, 2019 Budget Amendment, Integrated Library System, Immigrant Alliance Project https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
- Peace and Justice Commission, Mon, Sept 17, 7:00 pm – 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda:14. Human Rights website, 16. Establish policy against City investment and weapons systems https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Peace_and_Justice_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Tax the Rich rally with Occupella sing along, Mon, Sept 17, 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm top of Solano in front of closed Oaks Theater, The very first Tax the Rich Rally was September 12, 2011. Occupy NYC began the following Saturday in 2011.
- League of Women Voters Berkeley Candidate Forum District 1, Tue, Sept 18, 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm, 2050 Center Street, Berkeley City College https://www.facebook.com/events/948945371956188/
- Animal Care Commission, Wed, Sept 19, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1 Bolivar Drive, Berkeley Animal Shelter, Agenda: V. Number of dogs walked at one time by single person (4-8) https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Animal_Care_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Commission on Aging, Wed, Sept 19, 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Presentation on Electric Scooters and potential recommendation, ADU F/U https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Aging_Homepage.aspx
- League of Women Voters Berkeley Candidate Forum Districts 4,7,8, Wed, Sept 19 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 2050 Center Street, Berkeley City College https://www.facebook.com/events/229257017735139/
- Council Budget Committee, Thur, Sept 20, 9:30 am, 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Sequoia Room, Agenda: Presentation on budgetsSunnyvale, San Diego (Wengraf), Walnut Creek (Councilmember Harrison) https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Budget_Committee/
- Berkeley City Council, Thur, Sept 20, 2134 MLK Jr Way, City Council Chambers https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
- 4:30 pm Closed Session – Existing Litigation
- 6:00 pm, Hearings – Appeals,
- 749 Contra Costa Ave (addition to SFD) (ZAB),
- Campanile Way View (LPC) 2301 Bancroft Way
- Design Review Committee, Thur, Sept 20, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: https://www.cityofberkeley.info/designreview/
- 2501 Haste – continued final design, 7 story mixed use to include group living
- 2701 Shattuck Avenue – preliminary design mixed use, 57 units including 5 very low income, 600 sq ft café, 30 parking spaces
- Open Government Commission, Thur, Sept 20, 7:30 pm or 8:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Report Lobbyist Registration Subcommittee, Submission revised or supplemental agenda material http://www.cityofberkeley.info/opengovermentcommission/
- Transportation Commission, Thur, Sept 20, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Bus stop 1100 Block Cedar, Ordinance Regulating Scooter Sharing https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Transportation_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Public Works Commission – Paving Subcommittee, Fri, Sept 21, 2:30 pm – 4:00 pm, 1947 Center St http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Public_Works_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Movies in the Park – Kubo and the Two Strings, Fri, Sept 21, 7:30 pm – 10:00 pm, 2730 Hillegass Ave @ RussellWillard Park, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=15528
- Volunteer Solar Installation Training, Sat, Sept 22, 9:00 am – 12:00 pm, Milpitas (not local, but a civic contribution for those interested), Volunteers learn to install solar systems with SunWork professional staff for home owners with electric bills under $100 https://350bayarea.org/event/volunteer-solar-installation-training
- No City Events Found
The meeting list is posted in the Berkeley Daily Planet under Berkeley Activist’s Calendar
www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
Wish to engage in campaigns to flip Republican Congressional Districts, local, state and national events check Indivisible Berkeley https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/actions and Wellstone Democratic Club, http://wellstoneclub.org
September 9 - September 16, 2018
Worth Noting:
Monday Tax the Rich Rally celebrates its seventh anniversary. It was started by Evelyn Glaubman in 2011. Evelyn (who still attends) does not wish to disclose her age, but the secret is she was not yet, but close to 90 when she started the weekly rally. That reminds all of us there are no excuses for not being engaged. We could say it was the 40% of eligible voters who did not vote in 2016 that gave us this corrupt administration with Donald Trump at the top.
The weekly summary of upcoming City meetings is thick as the Agenda Committee meets Monday to plan for September 25 City Council meeting and City Council meets Thursday (rescheduled due to Jewish High Holiday Rosh Hashanah). Potential controversial items in the Council action calendar are highlighted.
Wednesday Burrowing Owls at Cesar Chavez Park are on the agenda of the Parks and Waterfront Commission and the Police Review Commission (PRC) includes the Berkeley Police Department actions in response to August 5 protests. Thursday the Community Environmental Advisory Commission (CEAC) will be discussing the 350.org Climate Mobilization Plan
There are events and forums planned before and during the Global Climate Action Summit (GCAS) (September 12 – 14) http://globalclimateactionsummit.org. including a forum on Tuesday September 11 with a very impressive list of international presenters. Counter forums and demonstrations are listed at the Sunflower Alliance website http://www.sunflower-alliance.org/
Future
September 20, 2018 - Public Hearings – Appeals,
Sunday, September 9, 2018
The meeting list is posted in the Berkeley Daily Planet under Berkeley Activist’s Calendar
www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
Wish to engage in campaigns to flip Republican Congressional Districts, local, state and national events check Indivisible Berkeley https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/actions and Wellstone Democratic Club, http://wellstoneclub.org
Worth Noting:
Monday Tax the Rich Rally celebrates its seventh anniversary. It was started by Evelyn Glaubman in 2011. Evelyn (who still attends) does not wish to disclose her age, but the secret is she was not yet, but close to 90 when she started the weekly rally. That reminds all of us there are no excuses for not being engaged. We could say it was the 40% of eligible voters who did not vote in 2016 that gave us this corrupt administration with Donald Trump at the top.
The weekly summary of upcoming City meetings is thick as the Agenda Committee meets Monday to plan for September 25 City Council meeting and City Council meets Thursday (rescheduled due to Jewish High Holiday Rosh Hashanah). Potential controversial items in the Council action calendar are highlighted.
Wednesday Burrowing Owls at Cesar Chavez Park are on the agenda of the Parks and Waterfront Commission and the Police Review Commission (PRC) includes the Berkeley Police Department actions in response to August 5 protests. Thursday the Community Environmental Advisory Commission (CEAC) will be discussing the 350.org Climate Mobilization Plan
There are events and forums planned before and during the Global Climate Action Summit (GCAS) (September 12 – 14) http://globalclimateactionsummit.org. including a forum on Tuesday September 11 with a very impressive list of international presenters. Counter forums and demonstrations are listed at the Sunflower Alliance website http://www.sunflower-alliance.org/
Future
September 20, 2018 - Public Hearings – Appeals,
- 749 Contra Costa Ave (addition to SFD) (ZAB),
- Campanile Way View (LPC)
Sunday, September 9, 2018
- Oakland Pride with Human Rights Campaign (HRC), Sun, Sept 9, 10:30 am – 7:00 pm, https://www.oaklandpride.org/
- Solano Stroll, Sun, Sept 9, 9:00 am Stroller Brigade - 10:00 am, https://www.solanoavenueassn.org/events/solano-avenue-stroll/
- Agenda Committee, Mon, Sept 10, 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm, 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Conf Room, Agenda plan for Sept 25 City Council Meeting: Consent 2. Grant, Measure B and BB paratransit revenus, Easy Does It, Friendly Transportation, 3. Sale Redevelopment Properties 1631and 1654 Fifth St, 4. Contract amendment $70,000, Sloan, Sakai, Yeung & Young LLP Chief Labor Negotiations, 7. Contract amendment $800,000-$2 million Nichols Civil-engineering, 8. Contract $65,000 Cadmus EV roadmap, 9. Contract amendment $100,000 Karste Consulting, Inc, Emergency preparedness Services and Training, 10. Contract Amendment $100,000 - $250,000 Citywide After Hours Answering Services, 11. Final Map tract 9787: 2001 Fourth Street 154 unit condominium project, 12. Final Map Tract 8401: 1035-1043 Pardee 5 unit condominium project, 13. Strategic Transportation Plan – to be submitted to County for funding, 14. Zero emission vehicle requirements for City Fleet, 15. Farmers’ Market improvements, changes, 18. Referral Impact parking citations on Disability and low income community, 20. Safe Storage Firearms Ordinance, 21. Support AB-2342 coverage for Breast, Ovarian Cancer susceptibility screening, 22. Opposition Telecom Act forbearance, 23. Traffic circle Vegetation Policy, 24. Game Day Parking, Action: 25. IKE Smart City Kiosks, 26. Standby Officers, 27. Recycling, 28. Green Stormwater Infrastructure, 29 a.&b. Ban on Receipts made with BPA, BPS, BPF, other Phenols, 30 a.&b. Affordable Housing, TemporaryHousing Proposals for 1281 University Ave. 31. A.&b. Small Sites Loan Program, 32. a.&b.path to end homelessness, 33. a.&b. Develop Regional Sanctuary-Community Working group, 34. RV Parking permit process https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Agenda_Committee__2018_Index.aspx
- Mental Health Commission - Diversity Subcommittee, Mon, Sept 10, 6:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Mental_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Youth Commission, Mon, Sept 10, 6:30 pm, 1730 Oregon St, Martin Luther King Jr. Youth Services Center, Agenda: Youth Retreat, Letter Response to San Pablo Park Shooting https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Youth_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Tax the Rich rally with Occupella sing along 7 Years on Solano Anniversary Celebration, Mon, Sept 10, 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm top of Solano in front of closed Oaks Theater, The very first Tax the Rich Rally was September 12, 2011. Occupy NYC began the following Saturday in 2011.
- City Council rescheduled to Thursday, Sept 13
- Solano Avenue Business Improvement District Advisory Board, Tue, Sept 11, 11:00 am, 1821 Catalina Ave, Thousand Oaks Baptist Church, Agenda: Grant requests/expenditures, IKE Kiosk https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Solano_BID_Board.aspx
- September 11 - Women’s Assembly for Climate Justice 1:00 pm – 8:30 pm, local and international leaders, free and open to the public, wecaninternational.org/pages/sept2018,
- Commission on Labor, Wed, Sept 12, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, meets every other month, Agenda: Labor Education in Schools, Homeless Youth Policy, Fair Workweek, Paid Family Leave, IWW contract negotiations, Living wage ordinance, ICEm Minimum Wage ordinance https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Labor_Homepage.aspx
- Homeless Commission, Wed, Sept 12, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, - No Agenda posted, check before going https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Homeless_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Human Welfare & Community Action Commission, Wed, Sept 12, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Community Needs Public Hearing Oct. 17, Site visits, CSBG Standards Report and Funding, HWCAC Bylaws,, Subcommittee revisions, Berkeley Funded Agency Programs, Meals Program, Lifeskills Program, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Human_Welfare_and_Community_Action_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Parks and Waterfront Commission, Wed, Sept 12, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 2800 Park St, Frances Albrier Community Center, Agenda: Burrowing Owl area Cesar Chavez Park, Tuolumme Camp rebuild, Single Use Food Container, Marina Specific Plan, Updates Marina fiscal issues, Waterfront leases, parking study https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Parks_and_Waterfront_Commission.aspx
- Police Review Commission, Wed, Sept 12, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Subcommittee Reports/Action General orders, Homeless Encampment, Lexipol Policies, Request for information from other City Departments, After-Action reports, Guiding Principles, Body-worn Cameras Policy, BPD response to Protests Aug 5, 2018 https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Cannabis Commission, Thurs, Sept 13, 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm, 2180 Milvia St, 6th Floor, Agenda: Caregiver gardens, Berkeley collective regulations, MAUCRSA collective regulations, AUMA regulations https://www.cityofberkeley.info/MedicalCannabis/
- City Council, Thursday, Sept 13, 6:00 pm – 11:00 pm, 2134 MLK Jr Way, City Council ChambersThe Thursday, September 13, Agenda: Recess: item 2. Winter Shelter extension to Aug 31, Consent: 6.Uptima Business Bootcamp $120,000, 8. Fire Administration approve positions to enhance Fire Dept fire prevention services, billing, collection, grant writing, 9. Seek funding thru SB 840 for Homeless Mentally Ill Outreach and Treatment, 11.establish Resilient Buildings Program Manager, 12. Bay Trail extension, 13. 15 Dock Sections, 14. Central Library Stucco Demolition, 15. Consideration of Accessibility in ADU, 16. Filling Vacancies Human Welfare and Community Action Commission, 17. Live/Work Inclusionary Units, 18. Resolution to support enforcement and mitigate damages from removal of trees at 1698 University, 19. No change to Standards of Inverse Condemnation (Wildfires), Action: 21. Lobbyist Ordinance, 22. ADU Ordinance, 23. Eliminating parking from Berkeley Way Project, 24. Cannabis, 25. Disposition MOU between BPD and ICE. 26. a.&b. Vehicle Encampment, 27. Enforcement Policy Downtown Berkeley BART Plaza – no lying, camping, obstruction, etc. 28. Urban Forest and Wildlife Habitat Preservation, 29. Limiting Publishing Photos (doxing) of people arrested by BPD, 30. Green Monday, 31. Standby Officers Qualifications, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2018/09_Sep/City_Council__09-13-2018_-_Regular_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
- Community Environmental Advisory Commission, Thurs, Sept 13, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Russell St, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library, Agenda: 350.org Climate Mobilization Plan, Lead Paint Resolution, Microfiber, CO2 Label Gas stations, Global Climate Action Summit https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Community_Environmental_Advisory_Commission/
- City Reduced Service Day
- Berkeley Progressive Alliance – District 7 Endorsement Meeting, Sat, Sept 15, 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm, 1939 Addison, East Bay Media Center, https://berkeleyprogressivealliance.org/events-calendar/
- International Shoreline Cleanup, Sat, Sept 15, 9:00 am – 12:00 pm, Shorebird Park Nature Center https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=15582
- Music in the Park | Family Concerts Grove Park, Sat, Sept 15, 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=15530
- No City Events Found
The meeting list is posted in the Berkeley Daily Planet under Berkeley Activist’s Calendar
www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
Wish to engage in campaigns to flip Republican Congressional Districts, local, state and national events check Indivisible Berkeley https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/actions and Wellstone Democratic Club, http://wellstoneclub.org
September 2 - September 9, 2018
Worth Noting:
Summer vacations are over and City meetings are resuming.
The Thursday, September 13, City Council is available for comment, email [email protected], Agenda: Recess: item 2. Winter Shelter extension to Aug 31, Consent: 6.Uptima Business Bootcamp $120,000, 8. Fire Administration approve positions to enhance Fire Dept fire prevention services, billing, collection, grant writing, 9. Seek funding thru SB 840 for Homeless Mentally Ill Outreach and Treatment, 11.establish Resilient Buildings Program Manager, 12. Bay Trail extension, 13. 15 Dock Sections, 14. Central Library Stucco Demolition, 15. Consideration of Accessibility in ADU, 16. Filling Vacancies Human Welfare and Community Action Commission, 17. Live/Work Inclusionary Units, 18. Resolution to support enforcement and mitigate damages from removal of trees at 1698 University, 19. No change to Standards of Inverse Condemnation (Wildfires), Action: 21. Lobbyist Ordinance, 22. ADU Ordinance, 23. Eliminating parking from Berkeley Way Project, 24. Cannabis, 25. Disposition MOU between BPD and ICE. 26. a.&b. Vehicle Encampment, 27. Enforcement Policy Downtown Berkeley BART Plaza – no lying, camping, obstruction, etc. 28. Urban Forest and Wildlife Habitat Preservation, 29. Limiting Publishing Photos (doxing) of people arrested by BPD, 30. Green Monday, 31. Standby Officer Qualifications,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2018/09_Sep/City_Council__09-13-2018_-_Regular_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
Future Events:
There are events and forums planned before the Global Climate Action Summit (GCAS) (September 12 – 14) http://globalclimateactionsummit.org. including a forum on Tuesday September 11 with a very impressive list of international presenters.
September 11 - Women’s Assembly for Climate Justice 1:00 pm – 8:30 pm, local and international leaders, free and open to the public, wecaninternational.org/pages/sept2018,
Sunday, September 2, 2018
The meeting list is posted in the Berkeley Daily Planet under Berkeley Activist’s Calendar
www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
Wish to engage in campaigns to flip Republican Congressional Districts, local, state and national events check Indivisible Berkeley https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/actions and Wellstone Democratic Club, http://wellstoneclub.org
Worth Noting:
Summer vacations are over and City meetings are resuming.
The Thursday, September 13, City Council is available for comment, email [email protected], Agenda: Recess: item 2. Winter Shelter extension to Aug 31, Consent: 6.Uptima Business Bootcamp $120,000, 8. Fire Administration approve positions to enhance Fire Dept fire prevention services, billing, collection, grant writing, 9. Seek funding thru SB 840 for Homeless Mentally Ill Outreach and Treatment, 11.establish Resilient Buildings Program Manager, 12. Bay Trail extension, 13. 15 Dock Sections, 14. Central Library Stucco Demolition, 15. Consideration of Accessibility in ADU, 16. Filling Vacancies Human Welfare and Community Action Commission, 17. Live/Work Inclusionary Units, 18. Resolution to support enforcement and mitigate damages from removal of trees at 1698 University, 19. No change to Standards of Inverse Condemnation (Wildfires), Action: 21. Lobbyist Ordinance, 22. ADU Ordinance, 23. Eliminating parking from Berkeley Way Project, 24. Cannabis, 25. Disposition MOU between BPD and ICE. 26. a.&b. Vehicle Encampment, 27. Enforcement Policy Downtown Berkeley BART Plaza – no lying, camping, obstruction, etc. 28. Urban Forest and Wildlife Habitat Preservation, 29. Limiting Publishing Photos (doxing) of people arrested by BPD, 30. Green Monday, 31. Standby Officer Qualifications,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2018/09_Sep/City_Council__09-13-2018_-_Regular_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
Future Events:
There are events and forums planned before the Global Climate Action Summit (GCAS) (September 12 – 14) http://globalclimateactionsummit.org. including a forum on Tuesday September 11 with a very impressive list of international presenters.
September 11 - Women’s Assembly for Climate Justice 1:00 pm – 8:30 pm, local and international leaders, free and open to the public, wecaninternational.org/pages/sept2018,
Sunday, September 2, 2018
- No City Events found
- Tax the Rich rally with Occupella sing along – Mon, Sept 3, 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm top of Solano in front of closed Oaks Theater,
- Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board – Special Workshop for Small Rental Property Owners, Tue, Sept 4, 6:00 - 7:30 pm, 1901 Russell St, Community Room, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
- Personnel Board, Tue, Sept 4, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: EEO Workforce Report https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Personnel_Board_Homepage.aspx
- Commission on Disability, Wed, Sept 5, 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: 2. E-Scooter, 3. Zero Waste, 4. Elevator Ordinance, 5. HTF-RFP, 6. Relocation Ordinance,7. ADU and universal design, 8. bikes on sidewalks, 9. bike share, 10. universal design/visitability, 11. Alta Bates ADA compliance, 12. obstacles on sidewalks, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Disability_Homepage.aspx
- Planning Commission, Wed, Sept 5, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: 9. Student Housing in Southside, 10. Moderate Impact Home Occupation Regulations, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Housing Advisory Commission, Thur, Sept 6, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: 5. Housing North Berkeley BART, 6. Annual Performance Report, 8. Relocation Ordinance, 9. Small Sites, 12. U1, Recommendation in support of Housing, Opportunity, Mobility, Equity (HOME) Act, 14. Satellite Affordable Housing, 15. Code Enforcement, 16. Housing Innovations Summit, 17. HAC recommendation 5th Street Properties, 18. Smoke-free Housing Ordinance, 19. Joint Subcommittee https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Housing_Advisory_Commission/
- Landmarks Preservation Commission, Thur, Sept 6, 7:00 pm – 11:30 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda:
- 1920 Allston Way – continue review rehab, discussion
- 2198 San Pablo - Demolition referral – discussion
- UC Upper Hearst Development project referral – Notice of Preparation
- 1940 Haste – DRC referral, comments to ZAB on placement and renovation brown shingle,
- 2355 Telegraph – signage alteration
- 1450 Hawthorne Terrace – Landmark or Structure of Merit, Sperry-McLaughlin House and gardens
- 1440 Hawthorne Terrace – Landmark or Structure of Merit, Marsh House
- 1013 Pardee Street – list of potential initiations https://www.cityofberkeley.info/landmarkspreservationcommission/
- Public Works Commission, Thur, Sept 6, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 1326 Allston Way, Willow Room, City of Berkeley Corporation Yard, Agenda Action Items: 1. Codornices Creek Maintenance, Watershed Management Plan, 2. 5 year paving plan, 3. T1, 5. T1 Green Infrastructure Project https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Public_Works_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Zero Waste Commission, - Foodware Subcommittee, Thur, Sept 6, 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm, 2727 Milvia, Sports Basement, Agenda: 2. Intro by Mayor Jessie Arreguin, 3. Proposed Ordinance, 4. Public and Stakeholder Input https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Zero_Waste_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Movies in the Park- Lion King, Fri, Sept 7, 7:30 pm – 10:00 pm, San Pablo Park Sports Field,
- Rise for Climate March (National Day of Action for Climate), 10 :00 am San Francisco Embarcadero Plaza, 11:00 am March, https://peoplesclimate.org/takeaction
- Oakland Pride with Human Rights Campaign (HRC), Sun, Sept 9, 10:30 am – 7:00 pm, https://www.oaklandpride.org/
- Solano Stroll, Sun, Sept 9, 10:00 am, https://www.solanoavenueassn.org/events/solano-avenue-stroll/
The meeting list is posted in the Berkeley Daily Planet under Berkeley Activist’s Calendar
www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
Wish to engage in campaigns to flip Republican Congressional Districts, local, state and national events check Indivisible Berkeley https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/actions and Wellstone Democratic Club, http://wellstoneclub.org
August 26 - September 2, 2018
Worth Noting:
Boards, Commissions and Council are still on August recess with few City meetings.
The emergency Homeless Shelter which houses 95 people per night at 9th and University closes after August 31. No new location has been identified.
On Monday the Agenda Committee reviews the proposed agenda for the first City Council meeting after summer recess
On Tuesday there will be community meeting on safety and the recent shooting at San Pablo Park.
Future Events:
There are events and forums planned before the Global Climate Action Summit (GCAS) (September 12 – 14) http://globalclimateactionsummit.org. There is a march on Saturday, September 8 and a forum on Tuesday September 11 with a very impressive list of international presenters.
The LeConte Neighborhood is postponing the meeting on Traffic Circles and Peoples Park until the end of September.
Sunday, August 26, 2018
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The meeting list is posted in the Berkeley Daily Planet under Berkeley Activist’s Calendar
www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
Wish to engage in campaigns to flip Republican Congressional Districts, local, state and national events check Indivisible Berkeley https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/actions and Wellstone Democratic Club, http://wellstoneclub.org
Worth Noting:
Boards, Commissions and Council are still on August recess with few City meetings.
The emergency Homeless Shelter which houses 95 people per night at 9th and University closes after August 31. No new location has been identified.
On Monday the Agenda Committee reviews the proposed agenda for the first City Council meeting after summer recess
On Tuesday there will be community meeting on safety and the recent shooting at San Pablo Park.
Future Events:
There are events and forums planned before the Global Climate Action Summit (GCAS) (September 12 – 14) http://globalclimateactionsummit.org. There is a march on Saturday, September 8 and a forum on Tuesday September 11 with a very impressive list of international presenters.
- September 8 - Rise for Climate March (National Day of Action for Climate), 10 am San Francisco https://peoplesclimate.org/takeaction
- September 11 - Women’s Assembly for Climate Justice 1:00 pm – 8:30 pm, local and international leaders, free and open to the public, wecaninternational.org/pages/sept2018,
The LeConte Neighborhood is postponing the meeting on Traffic Circles and Peoples Park until the end of September.
Sunday, August 26, 2018
- Wellstone Club Endorsement Meeting for November 6 Election, Sun, Aug 26, 10:00 am – 4:00 pm, 390 27th Street, Oakland, Humanist Hall, Agenda: 15th Assembly District, Oakland and Berkeley City Government, State and Local Propositions, only (existing) current members may vote http://wellstoneclub.org/event/wellstone-club-endorsement-meeting-for-the-november-6th-election/
- Agenda Committee, Mon, Aug 27, 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm, 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Conf Room, Agenda: Planning for Thursday, September 13, 2018 City Council Meeting, Consent Calendar: 6.Uptima Business Bootcamp $120,000, 11.establish Resilient Buildings Program Manager, 13. 12 Dock Sections, 14. Central Library Stucco Demolition, 15. Consideration of Accessibility in ADU, 16. Filling Vacancies Human Welfare and Community Action Commission, 17. Urban Forest and Habitat Preservation – preserving and adding trees, 18. Live/Work Inclusionary Units, 19. Green Monday, 20. Oppose S.3157 wireless infrastructure, 21. Standby Officers & Emergency Response Plan, 22. No change to Standards of Inverse Condemnation Wildfire Conf. Committee, 23. Mini-dorm ordinance, 24. Lobbyist Ordinance, 25. ADU Ordinance, 26. Parking Berkeley Way Project, 27. Cannabis, 28 a&b, Vehicle Encampment, 29. BART Plaza Enforcement Policy https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Agenda_Committee__2018_Index.aspx
- Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board – Eviction/Section 8/Foreclosure Committee Meeting, 5:30 pm, 2001 Center St, 2nd Floor Law Library http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
- Housing Advisory Commission – Student Housing Subcommittee, 12:00 pm, 2000 University Au Coquelet, Agenda: council referral on student housing and site selection https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Housing_Advisory_Commission/
- Tax the Rich rally – Mon, Aug 27, 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm top of Solano in front of closed Oaks Theater,
- Community Meeting on Recent Shooting and Safety at San Pablo Park, Tue, Aug 28, 2800 Park St, Frances Albrier Community Center
- No City meetings found
- Ad-Hoc Sub-Committee on Climate Emergency, Thur, Aug 30, 12:00 pm – 1:30 pm, 2180 Milvia, 5th Floor, Pepperwood Room, Agenda: Forum debrief, next steps https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Adhoc_Committee_on_Climate_Emergency/
- No City meetings found
- No City events listed
- No City events listed
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The meeting list is posted in the Berkeley Daily Planet under Berkeley Activist’s Calendar
www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
Wish to engage in campaigns to flip Republican Congressional Districts, local, state and national events check Indivisible Berkeley https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/actions and Wellstone Democratic Club, http://wellstoneclub.org
August 19 - August 26, 2018
Worth Noting:
The emergency Homeless Shelter which houses 95 people per night at 9th and University closes at the end of the month. There is an emergency meeting Tuesday evening 6:00 pm at the South Berkeley Senior Center.
The 1155 – 1173 Hearst project is back after a year on Thursday evening at the ZAB meeting. This project met with resistance with concerns for displacement of persons in 6 rent-controlled units and inadequate drainage plans. Soil borings have not been done.
The agenda for the LeConte Neighborhood August 29 meeting will include traffic circles and Peoples Park. Look for more information in the next weekly summary. Location will be the Art House.
City Council is on summer recess and most Boards and Commissions do not meet in August.
Sunday, August 19, 2018
Wish to engage in campaigns to flip Republican Congressional Districts, local, state and national events check Indivisible Berkeley https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/actions and Wellstone Democratic Club, http://wellstoneclub.org
Worth Noting:
The emergency Homeless Shelter which houses 95 people per night at 9th and University closes at the end of the month. There is an emergency meeting Tuesday evening 6:00 pm at the South Berkeley Senior Center.
The 1155 – 1173 Hearst project is back after a year on Thursday evening at the ZAB meeting. This project met with resistance with concerns for displacement of persons in 6 rent-controlled units and inadequate drainage plans. Soil borings have not been done.
The agenda for the LeConte Neighborhood August 29 meeting will include traffic circles and Peoples Park. Look for more information in the next weekly summary. Location will be the Art House.
City Council is on summer recess and most Boards and Commissions do not meet in August.
Sunday, August 19, 2018
- McGee Spaulding Neighbors in Action sponsored Town Hall with Jovanka Beckles and Kate Harrison, 11:00 am – 1:00 pm, University Village Community Room, entrance from Jefferson between Allston and Addison, follow sidewalk to back of building
- Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board, Mon, Aug 20 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm, 2134 MLK Jr. Way, City Council Chambers, Agenda: Unrepresented employee salary adjustments and manual, MOU SEIU Local 1021, Prop 10, contract with Executive Director, http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
- Tax the Rich rally – Mon, Aug 20, 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm top of Solano in front of closed Oaks Theater,
- Mental Health Commission, Tue, Aug 21, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center
- 6:00 pm Site Visit Subcommittee, Agenda: Create calendar for site visits
- 7:00 pm Diversity Subcommittee, Agenda: Draft Implementation Assessment https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Mental_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Caring for our Community Emergency Town Hall (organized by Cheryl Davila Vice Mayor), Tue, Aug 21, 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm, 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Closure of homeless shelter at 9th and University, which houses 95 people per evening.
- Ad-Hoc Sub-Committee on Climate Emergency, Wed, Aug 22, 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm, 2180 Milvia, 5th Floor, Pepperwood Room, Agenda: Forum planning https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Adhoc_Committee_on_Climate_Emergency/
- Commission on the Status of Women, Wed, Aug 22, 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Safety of Sex Workers who report violence, Domestic Violence, Santa Rita Jail https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_the_Status_of_Women_Homepage.aspx
- Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board – Habitable & Sustainable Housing Committee, Thur, Aug 23, 5:30 pm, 2001 Center St, Law Library, 2nd Floor, Agenda: Demolition applications, disaster recovery plan for rental housing, green building standards, relocation ordinance, elevator ordinance https://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
- Zoning Adjustments Board, Thur, Aug 23, 7:00 pm – 11:30 pm, 2134 MLK Jr. Way, City Council Chambers
- 2510 Channing – density bonus 8-story, 40 unit, mixed use, (consent calendar)
- 2120 Berkeley Way – modify Use Permit #ZP2015-0153, renovate 3-story building to 6 stories of offices (consent calendar)
- 811 University – Use Permit #2018-0038, change use from commercial to private school grades 6-12, maximum 65 students, 25 teachers/staff (consent calendar)
- 1155-73 Hearst – continued from August 2017, develop 2 parcels including substantial renovation existing 7 units, construct 6 new units (action – staff recommend approve),
- 1110 University – demolish existing mixed use with 8 rent-controlled units, construct 5-story mixed-use with 36 dwellings which includes 8 Very Low income and 1 Low income units (action – staff recommend approve) https://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
- Movies in the Park - Coco, Fri, Aug 24, 7:45 pm – 10:00 pm, 1300 Rose Street, Cedar Rose Park, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=15526
- No City events listed
- Wellstone Club Endorsement Meeting for November 6 Election, Sun, Aug 26, 10:00 am – 4:00 pm, 390 27th Street, Oakland, Humanist Hall, Agenda: 15th Assembly District, Oakland and Berkeley City Government, State and Local Propositions, only (existing) current members may vote http://wellstoneclub.org/event/wellstone-club-endorsement-meeting-for-the-november-6th-election/
Wish to engage in campaigns to flip Republican Congressional Districts, local, state and national events check Indivisible Berkeley https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/actions and Wellstone Democratic Club, http://wellstoneclub.org
August 12 - August 19, 2018
Worth Noting:
Very light week - City Council is on summer recess and most Boards and Commissions do not meet in August.
The Zoning Adjustment Board August 23 draft agenda is posted and available for comment [email protected],
August 10 was the deadline for submitting ballot initiatives. The Police Charter Amendment is dead for November 6, 2018 election. Mayor Arreguin did not call the special Council meeting for a Council vote on the Police Commission Charter amendment.
Sunday, August 12, 2018
Worth Noting:
Very light week - City Council is on summer recess and most Boards and Commissions do not meet in August.
The Zoning Adjustment Board August 23 draft agenda is posted and available for comment [email protected],
- 2510 Channing – density bonus 8-story, 40 unit, mixed use, (consent calendar)
- 2120 Berkeley Way – modify Use Permit #ZP2015-0153, renovate 3-story building to 6 stories of offices (consent calendar)
- 811 University – Use Permit #2018-0038, change use from commercial to private school grades 6-12, maximum 65 students, 25 teachers/staff (consent calendar)
- 1155-73 Hearst – continued from August 2017, develop 2 parcels including substantial renovation existing 7 units, construct 6 new units (action – staff recommend approve),
- 1110 University – demolish existing mixed use with 8 rent-controlled units, construct 5-story mixed-use with 36 dwellings which includes 8 Very Low income and 1 Low income units (action – staff recommend approve)
- https://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
August 10 was the deadline for submitting ballot initiatives. The Police Charter Amendment is dead for November 6, 2018 election. Mayor Arreguin did not call the special Council meeting for a Council vote on the Police Commission Charter amendment.
Sunday, August 12, 2018
- No City events listed
- No City meetings/events listed
- Tax the Rich rally – Mon, Aug 13, 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm top of Solano in front of closed Oaks Theater,
- No City meetings/events listed
- Ad-Hoc Sub-Committee on Climate Emergency, Wed, Aug 15, 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm, 2180 Milvia, 1st Floor, Cypress Room, Agenda: Forum planning https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Adhoc_Committee_on_Climate_Emergency/
- Housing Advisory Commission – Student Housing Subcommittee, Wed, Aug 15, 6:00 pm, 2000 University Ave, Au Coquelet, Agenda: shortage student housing http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Housing_Advisory_Commission/
- Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board – Budget & Personnel Committee, Thur, Aug 16, 5:30 pm, 2001 Center St, Law Library, 2nd Floor, Agenda: Staffing Model, Deputy Director Search Process, Cultural Awareness Training Initiative https://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
- Design Review Committee, Thur, Aug 16, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda:
- 739 Channing Way – Final design review three new detached 3-story buildings, 10 dwellings, 4 live/work, 1 office, Committee Decision
- 2501 Haste St – demolish 6950 sq ft retail at 2433 Telegraph, Construct 7-story mixed-use to include GLA for 254 persons, 11,201 Commercial, no off-street parking
- 2701 Shattuck – Preliminary Design Review, 5-story mixed-use 57 residential units, 5 VLI, 600 sq ft café, 30 parking spaces, Majprity recommendations
- http://www.cityofberkeley.info/designreview/
- Open Government Commission, Thur, Aug 16, 7:30 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: City Manager report to Open Government Commission, public record requests http://www.cityofberkeley.info/opengovermentcommission/
- No City meetings/events listed
- No City events listed
- No City events listed
August 5 - August 12, 2018
Worth Noting:
White supremacists announced plans to rally in downtown Berkeley on Sunday, August 5. There is a broadly sponsored counter rally Sweep Out the Fascists: A Festival of Resilience. 3 links for more information are given below.
August 10 is the deadline for submitting ballot initiatives and the watch is on as to whether Mayor Arreguin will call the special Council meeting this week to vote on the Police Commission Charter amendment. The final version co-authored by Arreguin was built on endless hours of community work.
Wednesday evening Traffic Circles are on the Parks and Waterfront Commission agenda.
Sunday, August 5, 2018
Worth Noting:
White supremacists announced plans to rally in downtown Berkeley on Sunday, August 5. There is a broadly sponsored counter rally Sweep Out the Fascists: A Festival of Resilience. 3 links for more information are given below.
August 10 is the deadline for submitting ballot initiatives and the watch is on as to whether Mayor Arreguin will call the special Council meeting this week to vote on the Police Commission Charter amendment. The final version co-authored by Arreguin was built on endless hours of community work.
Wednesday evening Traffic Circles are on the Parks and Waterfront Commission agenda.
Sunday, August 5, 2018
- Sweep Out the Fascists: A Festival of Resilience, Sun, Aug 5, 2:00 pm – 7:00 pm, Civic Center Park, Ohlone Playground and Greenway to MLK Park, Festival of Resilience is counter rally to announced rally by white supremacists, white nationalists, Trump supporters in downtown Berkeley at Civic Center Park, https://www.berkeleyside.com/2018/08/03/stop-the-hate-rally-planned-sunday-in-berkeley http://www.eastbaydsa.org/events/450/2018-08-05-sweep-out-the-fascists-a-festival-of-resilience http://wellstoneclub.org/event/festival-of-resilience-reject-hate-in-the-bay/
- Ad Hoc subcommittee on Small Business, Mon, Aug, 6, 10:00 – 12:30 pm, 1947 Center St, 3rd Floor, Magnolia Room, Agenda: Presentation Sustainable Economies Law Center on Worker Cooperatives, Succession Planning, Mitigating impacts during contruction https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Mayor/Home/Ad-Hoc_Subcommittee_on_Small_Business.aspx
- Public Works Commission T1 Subcommittee with Parks and Waterfront Commission Subcommittee Capital Projects, Mon, Aug, 6, 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm, 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Phase 1 and Phase 2 updates https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Public_Works_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Tax the Rich rally – Mon, Aug 6, 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm top of Solano in front of closed Oaks Theater,
- Stop the Violence Block Party - Berkeley National Night Out, Tue, Aug 7, 3:00 pm – 7:00 pm, McGee @ Stuart, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=15522
- Parks and Waterfront Commission, Wed, Aug 8, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 2800 Park St, Frances Albrier Community Center, Agenda: Traffic Circles, Ferry Service, Marina Plan, Capital Projects https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Parks_and_Waterfront_Commission.aspx
- Ad-Hoc Sub-Committee on Climate Emergency, Wed, Aug 8, 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm, 2180 Milvia, 1st Floor, Cypress Room, Agenda: Forum planning
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Adhoc_Committee_on_Climate_Emergency/
- No City meetings scheduled
- Movies in the Park – Paddington 2, Fri, Aug 10, 8:15 pm – 10:00 pm, 1201 Euclid Ave @ Eunice, Codornices Park
- Music in the Park – Jazz + R&B, Sat, Aug 11, 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm, Ohlone Park, Hearst @ Grant/McGee
- Music in the Park | Family Concerts, Sat, Aug 11, 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm, Ohlone Park, Hearst @ Grant/McGee https://www.cityofberkeley.info/communitycalendar/default.asp?date=8%2F11%2F2018&month=8&Year=2018
- No City events listed
July 29 - August 5, 2018
Worth Noting:
The number of City meetings is very light as summer vacations ensue.
Berkeley City Council did not finish this last Tuesday so instead of leaving on summer recess, they are meeting again this Tuesday July 31 at 6:00 pm. Only 12 items are listed on the agenda, but with several contentious items don’t expect an early finish. All items are listed below with the link. 6. Rent Ordinance and 7. Police Commission Charter Amendment are likely to bring the most discussion.
Political campaigns are starting with lots of opportunities to be involved. With a little travel or phone banking you can help unseat a Republican in one of the vulnerable Congressional Districts. There are many involved organizations. Here are three:
Indivisible Berkeley https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/
Indivisible East Bay https://indivisibleeb.org/
Wellstone Democratic Renewal Club http://wellstoneclub.org/
When it comes to elections think about this: only 62.64% of eligible Alameda County voters actually voted in 2016. That is only slightly better than the national average of 60.2%. Since such a large number of eligible voters were not registered or if registered didn't vote, Trump in the final tally was elected by 27.26% of eligible voters.
Sunday, July 29, 2018
The meeting list is posted in the Berkeley Daily Planet under Berkeley Activist’s Calendar
www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
Worth Noting:
The number of City meetings is very light as summer vacations ensue.
Berkeley City Council did not finish this last Tuesday so instead of leaving on summer recess, they are meeting again this Tuesday July 31 at 6:00 pm. Only 12 items are listed on the agenda, but with several contentious items don’t expect an early finish. All items are listed below with the link. 6. Rent Ordinance and 7. Police Commission Charter Amendment are likely to bring the most discussion.
Political campaigns are starting with lots of opportunities to be involved. With a little travel or phone banking you can help unseat a Republican in one of the vulnerable Congressional Districts. There are many involved organizations. Here are three:
Indivisible Berkeley https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/
Indivisible East Bay https://indivisibleeb.org/
Wellstone Democratic Renewal Club http://wellstoneclub.org/
When it comes to elections think about this: only 62.64% of eligible Alameda County voters actually voted in 2016. That is only slightly better than the national average of 60.2%. Since such a large number of eligible voters were not registered or if registered didn't vote, Trump in the final tally was elected by 27.26% of eligible voters.
Sunday, July 29, 2018
- Indivisible East Bay, Sun, July 29, 1:00 pm, Sports Basement, 2nd Floor https://indivisibleeb.org/upcoming-events/
- Tax the Rich rally – Mon, July 30, 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm top of Solano in front of closed Oaks Theater,
- Berkeley City Council, Tues, July 31, 6:00 pm – 11:00 pm, 2134 MLK Jr Way, City Council Chambers, Agenda: Consent: 1. revision meeting schedule, 2. MOU Fire Fighters Association/AFF Local 1227, 3. Mou Berkeley Police Association, Action: Urgency Ordinance Rulles for Street events without Permits, 4. Affordable Housing Bond, 5. Transfer Tax Ballot Measure, 6. Amend Rent Ordinance Ballot Measure, 7. Charter Amendment to Police Review Commission Ballot Measure, 8. Ballot measure 50 cents/ride tax on Transportation Network Companies (i.e. Lyft, Uber), 9 Lobbyists Registration and Regulation Ordinance, 10. Allow indigent to do Community service in lieu of penalties, 11 Accessory Dwelling Ordinance updates, Commercial Retail Cannabis Nurseries.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2018/07_Jul/City_Council__07-31-2018_-_Special_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
- Disaster and Fire Safety Commission, Wed, Aug 1, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 997 Cedar St, Fire Department Training Center, Agenda: GG Funding, Urban Shield, 5-year Plan for expanded Disaster Preparedness, Learning from report on Tubb’s Fire https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Disaster_and_Fire_Safety_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Landmarks Preservation Commission, Thur, August 2, 7:00 pm – 11:30 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, http://www.cityofberkeley.info/landmarkspreservationcommission/
- 1920 Allston Way – Berkeley Community Theater – partial rehab
- 2628 Shattuck Ave – demolish commercial building
- 2434 San Pablo – demolish commercial buildings
- UC Upper Hearst Development Project
- 2901 Benvenue – Mills Act Contract
- 1440 and 1450 Hawthorne Terrace – consider adding to list of potential Initiations
- No City meetings scheduled
- No City events listed
- No City events listed
The meeting list is posted in the Berkeley Daily Planet under Berkeley Activist’s Calendar
www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
July 22 - July 29, 2018
Worth Noting:
City Council is scheduled for two days of public meetings/hearings before taking off for summer recess on Wednesday, July 25. Monday is Agreements with other Law Enforcement Agencies or Private Security Organizations, NCRIC (Northern California Regional Intelligence Center) and Urban Shield. Meeting starts at 4:00 pm at City Hall, Tuesday the regular Council meeting starts at 6:00 pm and promises to end late. Bring rations (food and water)
Wednesday – Body Worn Cameras are on the Police Review Commission agenda. The body worn cameras were purchased months ago and still not implemented – this might be interesting.
Election campaigns are heating up, while city meetings are slowing down. If you are not involved in the local campaigns, look to helping in one of the vulnerable Republican Congressional Districts. You can connect through:
Sunday, July 22, 2018
Worth Noting:
City Council is scheduled for two days of public meetings/hearings before taking off for summer recess on Wednesday, July 25. Monday is Agreements with other Law Enforcement Agencies or Private Security Organizations, NCRIC (Northern California Regional Intelligence Center) and Urban Shield. Meeting starts at 4:00 pm at City Hall, Tuesday the regular Council meeting starts at 6:00 pm and promises to end late. Bring rations (food and water)
Wednesday – Body Worn Cameras are on the Police Review Commission agenda. The body worn cameras were purchased months ago and still not implemented – this might be interesting.
Election campaigns are heating up, while city meetings are slowing down. If you are not involved in the local campaigns, look to helping in one of the vulnerable Republican Congressional Districts. You can connect through:
- Indivisible Berkeley https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/
- Indivisible East Bay https://indivisibleeb.org/
- Wellstone Democratic Renewal Club http://wellstoneclub.org/
Sunday, July 22, 2018
- Campaign Kickoffs, Local and State Ballot Measures, Meeting open to all, BTU/BPA/BCA, Sun, July 22, 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm, 1939 Addison, East Bay Media Center,
- Berkeley City Council, Mon, July 23, 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm, 2134 MLK Jr Way, City Council Chambers, Agenda: 1. Approval agreements with other Law Enforcement Agencies, 2. a. Adopt Subcommittee recommendations on NCRIC and Urban Shield (Arreguin, Harrison, Davila), 2 b. Urban Shield – continue 2018 and work with Alameda Co. Supervisors to reconstitute focus 2019 (Wengraf). https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2018/07_Jul/City_Council__07-23-2018_Special_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
- Children, Youth and Recreation Commission – Special Meeting, Mon, July 23, 7:00 pm, 2800 Park St, Frances Albrier Community Center at San Pablo Park, Agenda: 2020 Vision Supplemental Questions for Community Agency Grant RFP https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Children_Youth_and_Recreation_Commission/
- Civic Arts Commission – Arts Education Subcommittee, Mon, July 23, 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm, 2180 Milvia, Cypress Room 1st Floor, Agenda: education work plan https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CivicArtsCommissionHomepage/
- Homeless Commission – Site Visit Subcommittee, 6:30 pm, 2000 University, Au Coquelet https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Homeless_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Zero Waste Commission, Mon, July 23, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Single Use Foodware and Litter Reduction, plastics #1-#7 recycling, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Zero_Waste_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Tax the Rich rally – CANCELLED - please attend 4:00 pm Urban Shield NCRIC meeting, Mon, July 23, at City Hall
- Berkeley City Council, Tue, July 24, 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm, 2134 MLK Jr Way, City Council Chambers, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
- 4:30 pm - Closed Session – Conference with Labor Negotiators
- 6:00 pm – Regular Session – Action Agenda: 60. 1446 Fifth Street Appeal, 61. a.&b. U1 Funds to repay Worker’s Comp 1001, 1007, 1011 University and 1925 Ninth Street, 62. Density Bonus, 63. Transfer Tax Ballot Initiative, 64. Rent Ordinance Ballot Initiative, 65. Emergency Preparedness 66. ADU Ordinance Updates, 67. Cannabis Nurseries, 68. Short Term Rental Ordinance, 69. Lobbyists Registration Ordinance, 70. Police Review Commission Charter Ballot Initiative, 71. Community service in lieu of Parking Penalties, 72. Use Nextdoor for Real Time BPD updates, 73. Allow City Staff to Serve as Commissioner, 74. Ballot measure 50-cents per ride tax on Transportation Network Companies, 75. Gender ID on public records, 76. Expanded National Night Out to campus event to reduce crime in campus area, 77. Wildfire App for BPD to provide real time updates https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2018/07_Jul/City_Council__07-24-2018_-_Regular_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
- Mental Health Commission – Diversity Subcommittee, Tue, July 24, 6:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Mental_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Peace and Justice Commission Subcommittee: Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities, Tue, July 24, 3:00 pm – 4:30 pm, 2180 Milvia, 1st Floor https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Peace_and_Justice_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- LATE ENTRY Ad-Hoc Subcommittee on Climate Emergency Declaration, Wed, July 11, 2:00 pm, 2180 Milvia, 5th Floor Pepperwood Room, Agenda: Planning for August 24 forum https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Adhoc_Committee_on_Climate_Emergency/
- Civic Arts Commission, Wed, July 25, 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: BART Plaza update, change location to So. Berkeley Library, time 8:00 pm https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CivicArtsCommissionHomepage/
- Commission on Disability, Wed, July 25, 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Single use foodware and litter reduction, MCPD Bike Share – no accessible bikes, Elevator enforcement ordinance, Visitibility, Bikes on Sidewalks, Seeking place on DRC, ADU amendment for accessibility, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Disability_Homepage.aspx
- Energy Commission, Wed, July 25, 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: EV Update, BESO, EDCE, Deep Green, BAAQMD 2018 Climate Protection Grant Awards, Fossil Free Berkeley, Climate Emergency https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Energy_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Police Review Commission, Wed, July 25, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: General C-64, Homeless Encampment, Lexipool Policies, Request for Information, After Action Reports, Body Worn Cameras, June 20. 2017 Police Response, July 23, MOU and Urban Shield Exercises, Charter Amendment, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Community Health Commission, Thur, July 26, 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 2939 Ellis St. South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda not posted https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Community_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Mental Health Commission, Thur, July 26, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: MHSA Innovations Trauma Informed Care Plan, Pathways STAIR presentation, HOTT and Mobile Crisis, By-Laws https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Mental_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Zoning Adjustments Board, Thur, July 26, 7:00 pm – 11:30 pm, 2134 MLK Jr. Way, City Council Chambers https://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
- 2129 Ninth Street – demolish 2-story duplex and construct two new 2-story new 2-story dwellings
- 2701 Shattuck Ave – 5-story, 61 foot-tall, mixed use, 57 dwelling (including 5 VLI units)
- 1798 Scenic Ave – Change use of existing Pacific School of Religion from higher education to middle school
- Movies in the Park - Mulan, Fri, July 27, 8:30 pm – 10:30 pm, James Kenny Park https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=15524
- Music in the Park \ Kidchella Concert Series, Sat, July 28, 3:00 pm – 4:30 pm, Live Oak Park,
- Indivisible East Bay, Sun, July 29, 1:00 pm, Sports Basement, 2nd Floor https://indivisibleeb.org/upcoming-events/
July 15 - July 22, 2018
Worth Noting:
As is often the case, community, board and commission meetings with interesting agendas are scheduled at the same time, very few are recorded and meeting minutes are sketchy at best.
Monday – the Homeless Commission has a site visit subcommittee meeting a 6:30 pm.
Tuesday – Landmarks subcommittee meets in the morning 10:30 on the Shellmound project. In the evening is the 3rd Caring for Our Community on the homeless while at the same time City Council will be hearing at the work session about the differences in health outcomes by race and location (the council meeting should be video recorded).
Wednesday – The Commission on Labor will hear from Attorney Michael Grossman on ICE while the Planning Commission sits through a scoping session on the Environmental Impact Report for the Adeline Corridor.
Thursday – the agenda is not published yet for the Joint Subcommittee on Implementation of Housing Law
The agenda for the last City Council meeting (July 24) before summer recess is unbelievably long and available for comment (it is best to comment early if you want your email read [email protected]). At the Council Agenda Committee it was announced that there would be a Council meeting on Urban Shield on July 23, but that is not yet posted in the index.
July 24 City Council meeting Agenda Consent: 8. IKE Smart City Kiosks, 9. ACRO Temporary Staffing Contract, 10. Formal Bid Solicitations, 11. Minuteman Contract, 12. Contract Janitorial Service – Universal Building Services, 13. Ambulance Billing Services, 14. Aging Services Programs, 15. BOSS to Operate secure Storage, 16. Berkeley Way Application A1 Funds, 18. Housing Trust Funds for Housing Rehab, 19. Designating City’s Labor Negotiator, 20. MOU SEIU Local 1021 Maintenance and Clerical Chapters, 21. Unrepresented Employees Agreement, 24. Cyber Resilience Plan, 29. Selective Traffic Enforcement Program, 30. Rental Unmarked Vehicles, 31. Contract Crime Scene cleaners, 32. On-call services Phlebotomy and Sexual Assault Exams, 34. Sanitary sewer services, 35. & 41. Milvia Bikeway Project, 36. KPM Consulting, LLC. on-call Project and Construction, 38. Center Street Parking, 39. Recycling Transfer Station Rebuild Feasibility Study, 43. Use Agreements 1001, 1011 University, 44. Capital improvement paving, 45. Go Berkeley Residential Shared Parking Pilot contract, 46. Reject Bids Woolsley Street Project, 47. Reject Bids, Panoramic Hill Rehabilitation Project, 48. Art & Culture Plan, 49. ADU Pilot House the Homeless, 51. Posting Board and Commission meeting Minutes, 52. Ballot Measure Vision 2050, 54. RRFB Light San Pablo & Addison, 57. – 59. Support of Legislation Sanctuary State, Sexual assault investigations, Keep Families Together Act, Agenda Action: 60. 1446 Fifth Street Appeal, 61. a.&b. U1 Funds to repay Worker’s Comp 1001, 1007, 1011 University and 1925 Ninth Street, 62. Density Bonus, 63. Transfer Tax Ballot Initiative, 64. Rent Ordinance Ballot Initiative, 65. Emergency Preparedness 66. ADU Ordinance Updates, 67. Cannabis Nurseries, 68. Short Term Rental Ordinance, 69. Lobbyists Registration Ordinance, 70. Police Review Commission Charter Ballot Initiative, 71. Community service in lieu of Parking Penalties, 72. Use Nextdoor for Real Time BPD updates, 73. Allow City Staff to Serve as Commissioner, 74. Ballot measure 50-cents per ride tax on Transportation Network Companies, 75. Gender ID on public records, 77. Wildfire App for BPD to provide real time updates
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2018/07_Jul/City_Council__07-24-2018_-_Regular_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
Sunday, July 15, 2018
Worth Noting:
As is often the case, community, board and commission meetings with interesting agendas are scheduled at the same time, very few are recorded and meeting minutes are sketchy at best.
Monday – the Homeless Commission has a site visit subcommittee meeting a 6:30 pm.
Tuesday – Landmarks subcommittee meets in the morning 10:30 on the Shellmound project. In the evening is the 3rd Caring for Our Community on the homeless while at the same time City Council will be hearing at the work session about the differences in health outcomes by race and location (the council meeting should be video recorded).
Wednesday – The Commission on Labor will hear from Attorney Michael Grossman on ICE while the Planning Commission sits through a scoping session on the Environmental Impact Report for the Adeline Corridor.
Thursday – the agenda is not published yet for the Joint Subcommittee on Implementation of Housing Law
The agenda for the last City Council meeting (July 24) before summer recess is unbelievably long and available for comment (it is best to comment early if you want your email read [email protected]). At the Council Agenda Committee it was announced that there would be a Council meeting on Urban Shield on July 23, but that is not yet posted in the index.
July 24 City Council meeting Agenda Consent: 8. IKE Smart City Kiosks, 9. ACRO Temporary Staffing Contract, 10. Formal Bid Solicitations, 11. Minuteman Contract, 12. Contract Janitorial Service – Universal Building Services, 13. Ambulance Billing Services, 14. Aging Services Programs, 15. BOSS to Operate secure Storage, 16. Berkeley Way Application A1 Funds, 18. Housing Trust Funds for Housing Rehab, 19. Designating City’s Labor Negotiator, 20. MOU SEIU Local 1021 Maintenance and Clerical Chapters, 21. Unrepresented Employees Agreement, 24. Cyber Resilience Plan, 29. Selective Traffic Enforcement Program, 30. Rental Unmarked Vehicles, 31. Contract Crime Scene cleaners, 32. On-call services Phlebotomy and Sexual Assault Exams, 34. Sanitary sewer services, 35. & 41. Milvia Bikeway Project, 36. KPM Consulting, LLC. on-call Project and Construction, 38. Center Street Parking, 39. Recycling Transfer Station Rebuild Feasibility Study, 43. Use Agreements 1001, 1011 University, 44. Capital improvement paving, 45. Go Berkeley Residential Shared Parking Pilot contract, 46. Reject Bids Woolsley Street Project, 47. Reject Bids, Panoramic Hill Rehabilitation Project, 48. Art & Culture Plan, 49. ADU Pilot House the Homeless, 51. Posting Board and Commission meeting Minutes, 52. Ballot Measure Vision 2050, 54. RRFB Light San Pablo & Addison, 57. – 59. Support of Legislation Sanctuary State, Sexual assault investigations, Keep Families Together Act, Agenda Action: 60. 1446 Fifth Street Appeal, 61. a.&b. U1 Funds to repay Worker’s Comp 1001, 1007, 1011 University and 1925 Ninth Street, 62. Density Bonus, 63. Transfer Tax Ballot Initiative, 64. Rent Ordinance Ballot Initiative, 65. Emergency Preparedness 66. ADU Ordinance Updates, 67. Cannabis Nurseries, 68. Short Term Rental Ordinance, 69. Lobbyists Registration Ordinance, 70. Police Review Commission Charter Ballot Initiative, 71. Community service in lieu of Parking Penalties, 72. Use Nextdoor for Real Time BPD updates, 73. Allow City Staff to Serve as Commissioner, 74. Ballot measure 50-cents per ride tax on Transportation Network Companies, 75. Gender ID on public records, 77. Wildfire App for BPD to provide real time updates
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2018/07_Jul/City_Council__07-24-2018_-_Regular_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
Sunday, July 15, 2018
- Music in the Park \ Kidchella Concert Series, Sun, July 15, 3:00 pm – 4:30 pm, Willard Park,
- City Council – closed session, Mon, July 16, 4:00 pm, 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Agenda: 1) Legal Council existing litigations Chapler v COB (ACSC No. RG 17845898), Schneider v. COB (ACSC No. 17850497), Moore-Johnson v. Chouteau, et.al. (ACSC No. RG16843929), 2) Significant exposure, 3) Labor Negotiations. Berkeley Police Association, Berkeley Fire Fighters Association, Local 1227, Berkeley Chief Fire Officers. Local 1227, Unrepresented Employees, SEIU Local 1021 Community services & Part-time Recreations Leaders Association, Public Employees’ Union, Local 1, the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, Local 1245 https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2018/07_Jul/City_Council__07-16-2018_Special_Closed_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
- Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board, Mon, July 16, 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm, 2134 MLK Jr. Way, City Council Chambers, closed session update on Labor Negotiations at 6:30 pm precedes meeting, http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
- Homeless Commission – Site Visit Subcommittee, Mon, July 16, 6:30 pm, 2000 University, Au Coquelet, Agenda: site visits and protocol https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Homeless_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Tax the Rich rally – Mon, July 16, 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm top of Solano in front of closed Oaks Theater,
- Berkeley City Council – Worksession, Tue, July 17, 6:00 pm, 2134 MLK Jr Way, City Council Chambers, Agenda: Berkeley Age Friendly Initiative, Berkeley Health Status Report 2018, Potential Modifications to the FY Community Agency Request for Proposals https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2018/07_Jul/City_Council__07-17-2018_Special_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
- Caring For Our Community – Tue, July 17, 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Marina RVs, 9th St Shelter, Building Empathy http://files.constantcontact.com/79bfd5a6601/48a5a057-6b4d-4034-a276-1beed4dd3fcc.pdf
- Landmarks Preservation Commission – Ad Hoc Subcommittee, Tue, July 17, 10:30 am, 1947 Center St, 3rd Floor, Douglas Fir Conference Room, Agenda: 1900 Fourth St (Shellmound Site) and SB35 http://www.cityofberkeley.info/landmarkspreservationcommission/
- Board of Library Trustees, Wed, July 18, 6:30 pm, 1901 Russell St, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library, Agenda: Resolution in support library services for undocumented residents, immigrants and Dreamers. https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
- Commission on Labor, Wed, July 18, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Presentation Michael Grossman, Attorney-at-Law, Worker Rights and Employer Obligations ICE, Labor Education in Schools, Fair Workweek, Paid Family Leave, Homeless Youth, IWW negotiations, Living Wage Ordinance, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Labor_Homepage.aspx
- Human Welfare & Community Action Commission, Wed, July 18, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Site Visit Schedule, Lifelong Medical Care, West Berkeley Air Quality, PRC Charter, Training Programs Low-Income Residents, Banking and Business Loans Low-income residents https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Human_Welfare_and_Community_Action_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- CHANGE OF LOCATION Planning Commission, Wed, July 18, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 2939 Eliis, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Adeline Corridor Specific Plan update and EIR scoping session, Analysis and options related to small business support https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Joint Subcommittee for Implementation of Housing Laws, Thur, July 19, 7:00 pm – 9:00pm, 1901 Heart Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: not posted. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Joint_Subcommittee_for_the_Implementation_of_State_Housing_Laws_Homepage.aspx
- Design Review Committee, Thur, July 19, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/designreview/
- 2510 Channing – 8-story, 40 units, Majority Recommendations,
- 2527 San Pablo Ave – 6 story, 63 units, 3,179 sf commercial space, 56 parking spaces, secure storage 52 bikes, Final Design
- 1200 San Pablo – demolish single story non-residential building, 6-story, 66 foot mixed use with 57 dwelling units, 1,125 ground level restaurant, 44 parking spaces, secure storage 52 bikes, Preliminary Design
- 1110 University – demolish existing mixed use building (dry cleaners and 8-rent controlled units), construct 5-story, 55 foot mixed use with 36 units (including 12 BMR) and 2,731 ground floor commercial space, Majority Recommendations
- Fair Campaign Practices Commission, Thur, July 19, 7:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Public Campaign Financing matching funds http://www.cityofberkeley.info/FCPC/
- Mental Health Commission, Thur, July 19, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center,
- 5:00 pm Fiscal and Programming Accountability Subcommittee
- 6:00 pm Site visit Subcommittee https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Mental_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Open Government Commission, Thur, July 19, 7:30 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Lobbyist Registration Ordinance, revised or supplemental agenda material http://www.cityofberkeley.info/opengovermentcommission/
- Sugar-Sweetened Beverage Product Panel of Experts, Thur, July 19, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, on community calendar, no agenda posted, check before going https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Sugar-Sweetened_Beverage_Product_Panel_of_Experts.aspx
- Transportation Commission, Thur, July 19, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Powered Scooter Ordinance https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Transportation_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- No City meetings posted
- Zero Hour: Youth March for Climate Action, Sat, July 21, 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm, follow link for details http://www.sunflower-alliance.org/zero-hour-youth-march-for-climate-action-july-21/
- No meetings, demonstrations found, local campaign canvassing has started
July 8 - July 15, 2018
Worth Noting:
The summary of meetings for the coming week is not as heavy as expected considering the canceling and rescheduling for the 4th of July Holiday. When the Peace and Justice Commission meets on Federal Immigration abuses on Monday evening it will be after the working poor and nine children living in vehicles at the Marina are evicted from their current location under threat of arrest and being jailed in Berkeley or Santa Rita.
The Tuesday City Council Agenda is packed. The Vacancy Ordinance, Police Commission Charter Amendment, Fire Safety and Disaster Preparedness and Transfer Tax Ballot Initiative are in the agenda item list.
The Community meeting on fire safety Thursday evening organized by Sophie Hahn District 5 is timely given that fire season is upon us. The announcement does not list speakers.
Sunday, July 8, 2018
Worth Noting:
The summary of meetings for the coming week is not as heavy as expected considering the canceling and rescheduling for the 4th of July Holiday. When the Peace and Justice Commission meets on Federal Immigration abuses on Monday evening it will be after the working poor and nine children living in vehicles at the Marina are evicted from their current location under threat of arrest and being jailed in Berkeley or Santa Rita.
The Tuesday City Council Agenda is packed. The Vacancy Ordinance, Police Commission Charter Amendment, Fire Safety and Disaster Preparedness and Transfer Tax Ballot Initiative are in the agenda item list.
The Community meeting on fire safety Thursday evening organized by Sophie Hahn District 5 is timely given that fire season is upon us. The announcement does not list speakers.
Sunday, July 8, 2018
- No City meetings or events posted
- Agenda Committee, Monday, 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm, 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Conf Room, Agenda Plan for July 24 City Council Meeting – last scheduled council meeting before summer recess, Consent: 4. Inventory and Conserve Public art Collection, 5. ACRO Temporary Staffing Contract, 7. Minuteman Contract, 8. Contract Janitorial Service – Universal Building Services, 10. Aging Services Programs, 11. BOSS to Operate secure Storage, 12. Berkeley Way Application A1 Funds, 14. Housing Trust Funds for Housing Rehab, 16. SEIU Local 1021Agreement, 17. Unrepresented Employees Agreement, 25. Sanitary sewer services, 26. & 32. Milvia Bikeway Project, 34. Use Agreements 1001, 1011 University, 35. Capital improvement paving, 36. Go Berkeley Residential Shared Parking Pilot contract, 37. Reject Bids Woolsley Street Project, 38. Reject Bids, Panoramic Hill Rehabilitation Project, 39. ADU Pilot House the Homeless, 41. Ballot Measure Vision 2050, 45. Community service in lieu of Parking Penalties, 49. Use Nextdoor for Real Time BPD updates, 50. Allow City Staff to Serve as Commissioner, 53. Gender ID on public records, 55. Wildfire App for BPD to provide real time updates, Action: 56. 1446 Fifth Street Appeal, 57. MOU Law Enforcement Agencies, Police Dept or Private Security, 58 a.&b. U1 Funds to repay Worker’s Comp 1001, 1007, 1011 University and 1925 Ninth Street, 59. Density Bonus, 60. Arts and Culture Plan, 61. Posting Board and Commission meeting Minutes, 62. Lobbyists Registration Ordinance, 63. Police Review Commission Charter Ballot Initiative https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Agenda_Committee__2018_Index.aspx
- Peace and Justice Commission, 7:00 pm – 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Rights of Persons with Disabilities, Responsible Investments, Federal Immigration Abuses, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Peace_and_Justice_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Tax the Rich rally – Mon, May 4, 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm top of Solano in front of closed Oaks Theater,
- Berkeley City Council, Tue, July 10, 6:00 pm – 11:00 pm, 2134 MLK Jr Way, City Council Chambers, Agenda: Consent 6. 2111 McKinley Master Lease BOSS, 8. Urban Agriculture Ordinance, 11. Bike Station Agreement with BART City to pay $130,000 in new Center St. Garage, 16. Rename Ashby BART Mable Howard BART, 19. Commercial Cannabis Retail Nurseries, 20. Permit Process for Scooter Sharing Companies on Public Streets, 21. Revisions to Short Term Rental Ordinance, 26. Request for Comprehensive Annual Report on Homeless Services (past reports in packet well worth reading), Action 27. ZAB appeal 840 Page Street, 28. Unlawful Nuisance Ordinance Residential Buildings vacant > 120 days and meeting 2 or more specified conditions 29. a.&b. Immediate Priorities for Fire Safety and Overall Disaster Preparedness, 30. Affordable Housing Bond Nov. Ballot Initiative, 31. Ballot Initiative Rent Ordinance, 32. a.&b. Charter Amendment Police Commission, 34. Auto Sales in Commercial South Area, , 35. ADU Ordinance Updates, 36. Standards for Views, 37. CEAC recommendations City-wide Green Development requirements apply to 50 units or more, LEED Silver, 38. Ballot Initiative Increase Transfer Tax to fund Homeless Services. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2018/07_Jul/City_Council__07-10-2018_-_Regular_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
- Solano Avenue Business Improvement District Advisory Board, Tue, July 10, 11:00 am, 1821 Catalina Ave, Thousand Oaks Baptist Church, Agenda: Special Project Grant, Planned Expenditures, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Solano_BID_Board.aspx
- Ad-Hoc Subcommittee on Climate Emergency Declaration, Wed, July 11, 12:30 pm – 2:30 pm, 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Room, Agenda: Scope of Committee, Committee Composition, Town Hall, Roles, Scheduled meetings https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Adhoc_Committee_on_Climate_Emergency/
- Homeless Commission, Wed, July 11, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Aging Homeless as a Priority, Suicide Prevention, Encampments, Peer Driven Models, Expanded Shelter Access https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Homeless_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Housing Advisory Commission, Wed, July 11, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Small Sites, Tenant Opportunity to Purchase (TOPA), 1281 University RFP, 163, 1654 Fifth Street, Community Housing Development Organization (CHDO), Moderate Income Housing, Implementation State Housing Law http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Housing_Advisory_Commission/
- Parks and Waterfront Commission, Wed, July 11, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 2800 Park St, Frances Albrier Community Center, No Agenda Posted, check before going https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Parks_and_Waterfront_Commission.aspx
- Police Review Commission, Wed, July 11, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Lexipol Policies, Dismantling Homeless Encampments, Requests for Information, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Ad Hoc subcommittee on Small Business, Thur, July 12, 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm, 1947 Center Street, 3rd Floor Magnolia Room, Agenda: Commercial Vacancies https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Council_8/Small_Business_Subcommittee.aspx
- Firescaping and Fire Safety, Thur, July 12, 7:00 pm, 941 The Alameda, Northbrae Church Organized by Sophie Hahn, District 5
- Community Environmental Advisory Commission, Thur, July 12, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Russell St, South Branch Library, Agenda: Climate Mobilization, Zero-emission Fleet Policy, Water Infrastructure Bond, Microfibers https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Community_Environmental_Advisory_Commission/
- Public Works Commission, Thur, July 12, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 1326 Allston Way, Willow Room, City of Berkeley Corporation Yard, Agenda: No Agenda Posted http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Zoning Adjustments Board, Thur, July 12, 7:00 pm – 11:30 pm, 2134 MLK Jr. Way, City Council Chambers https://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
- 1470 Cornell – Reconstruct 1392 sf 2-story single family dwelling with 523 sf addition, convert 200 sf habitable space back to garage, (staff recommend approve)
- 1601 Oxford – (Preview) construct 4-story 36,000 sf with 34 age-restricted BMR units for seniors, 1 manager unit, 2 units for use by All Souls Episcopal Parish, partial underground parking
- Cheryl Davila Open Office Hours, Fri, July 13, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm, 2072 San Pablo Ave, Priya Restaurant
- McGee Spaulding Neighbors in Action, Sat, July 14, 9:45 am potluck brunch, meeting 10:00 am – 12:00 pm, location TBD
- Music in the Park \ Kidchella Concert Series, Sun, July 15, 3:00 pm – 4:30 pm, Willard Park,
Worth Noting:
July 1 - July 8, 2018
With the Fourth of July in the middle of the week on Wednesday, most of the City meetings are either postponed, cancelled or rescheduled leaving a very light week. There are only two more regular City Council meetings before the summer recess (July 25 – September 10). The July 10 City Council agenda is available for review and comments. Any/all City ballot initiatives must be completed before summer recess to be on the November ballot.
Agenda for July 10 City Council meeting: Email comments to [email protected] Consent items, 11. Bike Station Agreement with BART City to pay $130,000 in new Center St. Garage, 19. Commercial Cannabis Retail Nurseries, 20. Permit Process for Scooter Sharing Companies on Public Streets, 21. Revisions to Short Term Rental Ordinance, 26. Request for Comprehensive Annual Report on Homeless Services (past reports in packet well worth reading), Action items, 24. ZAB appeal 840 Page Street, 28. Unlawful Nuisance Ordinance Residential Buildings vacant > 120 days and meeting 2 or more specified conditions 29. a.&b. Immediate Priorities for Fire Safety and Overall Disaster Preparedness, 30. Affordable Housing Bond Nov. Ballot Initiative, 31. Ballot Initiative Rent Ordinance, 31. Berkeley Waterfront Parking Restrictions, 32. a.&b. Charter Amendment Police Commission, 34. Auto Sales in Commercial South Area, Urban Agriculture Ordinance, 35. ADU Ordinance Updates, 36. Standards for Views, 37. CEAC recommendations City-wide Green Development requirements apply to 50 units or more, LEED Silver, 38. Ballot Initiative Increase Transfer Tax to fund Homeless Services. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2018/07_Jul/City_Council__07-10-2018_-_Regular_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
Sunday, July 1, 2018
LATE ENTRY - City Council Special Meeting Monday, July 2, 2018 9:30 am (Noticed JULY 1,)
Special City Council Meeting, Monday, July 2, 9:30 am to SUSPEND ENFORCEMENT for Vehicle Lodging/Camping at Hs Lordship Parking Lot, 199 Seawall Drive.
Action Items - summarized (Public Comment Limited to this item only)
Monday, July 2, 2018 - continued
Landmarks Preservation Commission, Thur, July 5, 7:00 pm – 11:30 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center,
Friday, July 6, 2018
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Indivisible Berkeley engage in local, state and national events, actions, town halls and election mobilizations https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/actions
July 1 - July 8, 2018
With the Fourth of July in the middle of the week on Wednesday, most of the City meetings are either postponed, cancelled or rescheduled leaving a very light week. There are only two more regular City Council meetings before the summer recess (July 25 – September 10). The July 10 City Council agenda is available for review and comments. Any/all City ballot initiatives must be completed before summer recess to be on the November ballot.
Agenda for July 10 City Council meeting: Email comments to [email protected] Consent items, 11. Bike Station Agreement with BART City to pay $130,000 in new Center St. Garage, 19. Commercial Cannabis Retail Nurseries, 20. Permit Process for Scooter Sharing Companies on Public Streets, 21. Revisions to Short Term Rental Ordinance, 26. Request for Comprehensive Annual Report on Homeless Services (past reports in packet well worth reading), Action items, 24. ZAB appeal 840 Page Street, 28. Unlawful Nuisance Ordinance Residential Buildings vacant > 120 days and meeting 2 or more specified conditions 29. a.&b. Immediate Priorities for Fire Safety and Overall Disaster Preparedness, 30. Affordable Housing Bond Nov. Ballot Initiative, 31. Ballot Initiative Rent Ordinance, 31. Berkeley Waterfront Parking Restrictions, 32. a.&b. Charter Amendment Police Commission, 34. Auto Sales in Commercial South Area, Urban Agriculture Ordinance, 35. ADU Ordinance Updates, 36. Standards for Views, 37. CEAC recommendations City-wide Green Development requirements apply to 50 units or more, LEED Silver, 38. Ballot Initiative Increase Transfer Tax to fund Homeless Services. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2018/07_Jul/City_Council__07-10-2018_-_Regular_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
Sunday, July 1, 2018
- Affordable Housing Act – a proposed ballot initiative, Sun, July 1, canvassing in South Berkeley by East Bay DSA https://www.eastbaydsa.org/events
LATE ENTRY - City Council Special Meeting Monday, July 2, 2018 9:30 am (Noticed JULY 1,)
Special City Council Meeting, Monday, July 2, 9:30 am to SUSPEND ENFORCEMENT for Vehicle Lodging/Camping at Hs Lordship Parking Lot, 199 Seawall Drive.
Action Items - summarized (Public Comment Limited to this item only)
- Direct City Manager to suspend enforcement of prohibiting camping/lodging on public property for one month effective July 2, Council may extend by another month following July 31
- Direct the City Manager to install portable restroom(s) and dumpster(s) in Hs Parking Lot
- Direct City Manager to negotiate with July 4 Festival contractor to permit existing vehicles to stay. All vehicles shall pay the required per vehicle parking fee. Follow link for full reading of action items
Monday, July 2, 2018 - continued
- Housing Advisory Commission – RFP Subcommittee, Mon, July 2, 3:00 pm, 2180 Milvia, 2nd Floor http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Housing_Advisory_Commission/
- Personnel Board, Mon, July 2, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Recommend Classification Resilient Buildings Program Manager, Meet Kathy Lee PRC Officier https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Personnel_Board_Homepage.aspx
- Tax the Rich Rally, Mon, July 2, 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm, top of Solano in front of old Oaks Theater,
- No City meetings or events posted
- Fourth of July at Berkeley Waterfront/Marina – free event, Wed, July 4, 12:00 noon – 10:00 pm, Fireworks at 9:30 pm, live entertainment, food vendors, arts and crafts, kids playground, (park provided fire pits only, no alcohol, no personal fireworks) https://www.anotherbullwinkelshow.com/4th-of-july/
Landmarks Preservation Commission, Thur, July 5, 7:00 pm – 11:30 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center,
- 1920 Allston Way – Berkeley High Community Theater – Review/Comment, rehab landmarked building
- 1000-1010, 1014-1016, and 1020 Carleton, 2710 Tenth St – Demolition referral
- UC Upper Hearst – UC development, 2 buildings, academic building 32,000 gross SF and residential 132 units one and two bedroom,
- 48 Shattuck Square - signage
Friday, July 6, 2018
- Movies in the Park – Willie Wonka & the Chocolate Factory, Fri, July 6, 8:45 pm – 10:30 pm, 1260 Allston @ Acton, Strawberry Creek Park
- Berkeley Neighborhood Council, Sat, July 7, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm, 2905 Shattuck, Art House, Agenda: not posted
- No City meetings or events posted
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Indivisible Berkeley engage in local, state and national events, actions, town halls and election mobilizations https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/actions
June 24 - July 1, 2018
Worth Noting:
The week starts with 2018 SF Pride Parade and ends with Families Belong Together Rally and Consider the Homeless Fundraiser. Labor negotiations are ongoing. The State of the City is Monday evening. Tuesday City Council meeting agenda item 47 is a budget referral for the creation of Vehicle Dweller Park in Berkeley. Wednesday the Police Review Commission will discuss the proposed Charter amendments which are scheduled to come back to Council on July 10th.
Sunday, June 24, 2018
Worth Noting:
The week starts with 2018 SF Pride Parade and ends with Families Belong Together Rally and Consider the Homeless Fundraiser. Labor negotiations are ongoing. The State of the City is Monday evening. Tuesday City Council meeting agenda item 47 is a budget referral for the creation of Vehicle Dweller Park in Berkeley. Wednesday the Police Review Commission will discuss the proposed Charter amendments which are scheduled to come back to Council on July 10th.
Sunday, June 24, 2018
- 2018 SF Pride Parade, Sun, June 24, parade starts 10:30 am, schedule of events http://www.sfpride.org/schedule/
- State of the City 2018 – Mayor Jesse Arreguin, Mon, June 25, 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm, 2050 Center St., Berkeley City College https://www.facebook.com/events/203488340291703/
- Agenda Committee, Mon, June 25, 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm, 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Conf Room, Agenda Plan for July 10 City Council meeting: 8. CEAC recommendations City-wide Green Development requirements apply to 50 units or more, LEED Silver, 17. Permit Process for Scooter Sharing Companies on Public Streets, 18. Revisions to Short Term Rental Ordinance, 23. Request for Comprehensive Annual Report on Homeless Services (past reports in packet pages 85 – 139), 24. ZAB appeal 840 Page Street, 28 a.&b. Charter Amendment Police Commission, 29. Affordable Housing Bond Nov. Ballot Initiative, 30. Ballot Initiative Rent Ordinance, 31. Berkeley Waterfront Parking Restrictions, 32. Urban Agriculture Ordinance, 33. Cannabis Ordinance, 34. a.&b. Immediate Priorities for Fire Safety and Overall Disaster Preparedness https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Agenda_Committee__2018_Index.aspx
- City Council Closed Session, Mon, June 25, 3:30 pm, 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, Agenda: Conference with Labor Negotiators, organizations Berkeley Firefighters 1227, Firefighters Association, Berkeley Chief Fire Officers Association; Berkeley Police Association; Unrepresented Employees; SEIU, Local 1021 Community Services & Part-Time Recreation Leaders Association, Public Employees’ Union; Local 1; the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 1245 https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2018/06_June/City_Council__06-25-2018_-_Special_Closed_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
- City/UC/Student Relations Committee, Mon, June 25, 10:30 – 12:00 pm, 2465 Bancroft Way, Eshleman Hall, ASUC Senate Chamber, 5th Floor, Agenda: Adopt recommendation to Council on proposed amendments to Group Living Accommodation (GLA) Ordinance https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/2018-06-25_City/UC/Student_Relations_Committee_Meeting.aspx
- Children, Youth and Recreation Commission, Mon, June 25, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 2800 Park St, Frances Albrier Community Center at San Pablo Park, Agenda: 2020 Vision update, Community Agency Grant Process http://www.ci.berkeley.ca.us/Children_Youth_and_Recreation_Commission/
- Zero Waste Commission, Mon, June 25, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Transfer Station rebuild, Street Sweeping Improvement Plan, Single use foodware and litter reduction, CA SB1383 (CalRecycle methane reduction) https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Zero_Waste_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Tax the Rich rally – Mon, June 25, 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm top of Solano in front of closed Oaks Theater,
- Grand Opening Pathways Project Stair Center, Tue, June 26, 9:45 am arrival | 10:00 am Opening Ceremony, Second Street @ Cedar
- Berkeley City Council, Tuesday, 6:00 pm – 11:00 pm, 2134 MLK Jr Way, City Council Chambers, Agenda: 18. Revisions to Investment Policy, 19. Trust Fund, 22. Reserve $11 million in Housing Trust Fund for Berkeley Way 25. Downtown Streets Sweeping Team, Graffiti Abatement, Poster Removal, 26. Audit Report: Code Enforcement Case Management and Oversight, 27. Credit Card Use Audit, 28. Fee Waivers Berkeley Rep Live/Work Housing 32. Removal Coast Live Oak Trees, 36. Expansion GoBerkeley Transportation, 38. Welcome to Berkeley Signs, 39. Urgency Ordinance Bonds to Finance Affordable Housing, 40. Adopt Budget, 41. Annual Appropriations Ordinance, 42. Ballot measure full-time salaries Mayor and City Council, 43. Increase transfer Tax to fund homeless services, 44. Borrowing $14 million, 45. Berkeley Density Bonus, 46. HAC recommendations U1 Revenues, 47. Budget referral creation Vehicle Dweller Park in Berkeley https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2018/06_June/City_Council__06-26-2018_-_Regular_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
- Civic Arts Commission – Policy Subcommittee, Tue, June 26, 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm, 1901 Russell St, South Berkeley Library, Agenda: Public Art on Private Development Policy, Harold Way Policy, entitlement waivers, 500,000 arts baseline, Festival Grant Policy https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CivicArtsCommissionHomepage/
- 3x3 Committee (3 City Council members and 3 members of Berkeley Housing Authority), Wed, June 27, 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Creation Section 8 “type” program by City, Berkeley Way Project https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/3x3_Committee_Homepage.aspx
- Civic Arts Commission, Wed, June 27, 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: BART Plaza, Relocation of Earth Song and s-Jertogenbosch Shattuck reconfiguration, Grant Program https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CivicArtsCommissionHomepage/
- Commission on the Status of Women, Wed, June 27, 6:45 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_the_Status_of_Women_Homepage.aspx
- Community Environmental Advisory Commission – Fossil Free & Climate Emergency Subcommittee, Wed, June 27, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 2000 University, Au Coquelet http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Community_Environmental_Advisory_Commission/
- Disaster and Fire Safety Commission, Wed, June 27, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 997 Cedar St, Fire Department Training Center, Agenda: GG Funding, Memo to Council on withdrawing from Urban Shield, 5-year expanded Disaster preparedness, Report response to Tubbs Fire https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Disaster_and_Fire_Safety_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Energy Commission, Wed, June 27, 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Presentation East Bay Community Energy, Update progress Deep Green Building https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Energy_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Police Review Commission, Wed, June 27, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center,
- 5:30 pm. Lexipol Subcommittee
- 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, Regular Meeting Agenda: subcommittee reports General Orders C-64, Homeless Encampment, Lexipol Policies, F/U Charter Amendment, Policing Equity Report, consider requesting information from BPD regarding involvement in dismantling 2nd and Cedar Homeless encampment June 4, 2018 https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Affordable Housing and Homelessness, Wed, June 27, 1:30 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Boona Cheema and Steve Barton
- 2x2 Committee, Thur, June 28, 8:30 am – 10:00 am, 2020 Bonor Street, Room 126, Berkeley Unified School District, Agenda: Update BUSD and COB MOU for joint property, BUSD Employee Housing / City Affordable Housing Bond https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/2x2_Committee_Homepage.aspx
- Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board – Habitable & Sustainable Housing Committee, Thur, June 28, 6:00 pm, 2001 Center St, 2nd Floor Law Library, Agenda: disaster recover, green building standards, EV charging, elevator ordinance https://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
- Community Health Commission, Thur, June 28, 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 2939 Ellis St. South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: not posted https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Community_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Mental Health Commission, Thur, June 28,7 :00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Mental Health Care Programs and Financing in CA https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Mental_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Zoning Adjustments Board, Thur, June 28, 7:00 pm – 11:30 pm, 2134 MLK Jr. Way, City Council Chambers, Agenda: staff recommend approve https://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
- 3000 Shattuck Ave – demolish gas station, construct 5-story mixed use with ground floor retail and 23 dwellings, co-housing units, mix of dwellings includes 5 4-bedroom, 6 5-bedroom units, 1 6-bedroom, resident manager unit, 6 3-bedroom, 1 2-bedroom, 2 1-bedroom, 2 studio
- 1331 Ashby Ave – demolish 1-story single family dwelling, construct 6-dwelling units in 3 detached 3-story (34’ 11”) with 6 parking spaces
- No City meetings/events posted
- Families Belong Together Rally, Sat, June 30, 12 noon, 2134 MLK Jr Way, Old Berkeley City Hall Steps, join mass mobilization https://www.facebook.com/events/2189587291277684/
- Consider the Homeless Movie and Fundraiser, Sat, June 30, 3:15 pm – 7:00 pm, 1924 Cedar @Bonita, Berkeley Fellowship Hall, $25 includes dinner, the film and Q&A. Film by internationally renowned author and scholar, Dr. Samar Habid, “Homeless: The Story of America’s Economic Refugees, make reservations by June 26 https://www.facebook.com/events/358823894610001/
- Affordable Housing Act – a proposed ballot initiative, Sun, July 1, canvassing in South Berkeley by East Bay DSA https://www.eastbaydsa.org/events
June 17 - June 23, 2018
June 26 City Council meeting available for comment email [email protected]
Partial list Agenda: 18. Revisions to Investment Policy, 19. Trust Fund, 22. Reserve $11 million in Housing Trust Fund for Berkeley Way 25. Downtown Streets Sweeping Team, Graffiti Abatement, Poster Removal, 26. Audit Report: Code Enforcement Case Management and Oversight, 27. Credit Card Use Audit, 28. Fee Waivers Berkeley Rep Live/Work Housing 32. Removal Coast Live Oak Trees, 36. Expansion GoBerkeley Transportation, 38. Welcome to Berkeley Signs, 39. Urgency Ordinance Bonds to Finance Affordable Housing, 40. Adopt Budget, 41. Annual Appropriations Ordinance, 42. Ballot measure full-time salaries Mayor and City Council, 43. Increase transfer Tax to fund homeless services, 44. Borrowing $14 million, 45. Density Bonus, 46. HAC recommendations U1 Revenues, 47. Budget referral creation Vehicle Dweller Park in Berkeley
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2018/06_June/City_Council__06-26-2018_-_Regular_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
Sunday, June 17, 2018
Berkeley City Council, Tue, June 19, 2134 MLK Jr Way, City Council Chambers,
Wednesday, June 20, 2018
Poor Peoples Campaign Week Six June 17 - June 23 – A National Call for Moral Revival starts Monday with six weekly themes, Week six June 17 - 23, A New and Unsettling Force: Confronting the Distorted Moral Narrative, Sat, June 23, Rally in Washington DC https://www.poorpeoplescampaign.org/
Institute for Policy Studies, The Souls of Poor Folk https://ips-dc.org/souls-of-poor-folks/
June 26 City Council meeting available for comment email [email protected]
Partial list Agenda: 18. Revisions to Investment Policy, 19. Trust Fund, 22. Reserve $11 million in Housing Trust Fund for Berkeley Way 25. Downtown Streets Sweeping Team, Graffiti Abatement, Poster Removal, 26. Audit Report: Code Enforcement Case Management and Oversight, 27. Credit Card Use Audit, 28. Fee Waivers Berkeley Rep Live/Work Housing 32. Removal Coast Live Oak Trees, 36. Expansion GoBerkeley Transportation, 38. Welcome to Berkeley Signs, 39. Urgency Ordinance Bonds to Finance Affordable Housing, 40. Adopt Budget, 41. Annual Appropriations Ordinance, 42. Ballot measure full-time salaries Mayor and City Council, 43. Increase transfer Tax to fund homeless services, 44. Borrowing $14 million, 45. Density Bonus, 46. HAC recommendations U1 Revenues, 47. Budget referral creation Vehicle Dweller Park in Berkeley
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2018/06_June/City_Council__06-26-2018_-_Regular_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
Sunday, June 17, 2018
- No City sponsored events posted
- Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board, Mon, June 18, 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm, 2134 MLK Jr. Way, City Council Chambers, Agenda: Budget, resolutions to modify contracts with Eviction Defense Center, Brian Augusta & Assoc. for legislative advocacy, Berkeley Community Media Center, http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
- Ad Hoc subcommittee on Urban Shield, Mon, June 18, 2:30 pm – 5:00 pm, 2134 MLK Jr Way, City Council Chambers, Agenda: Worthington letter to BAUASI, Emergency preparedness beyond 2018, extend subcommittee by 2 meetings, final recommendations and reporthttps://www.cityofberkeley.info/Urban_Shield_Subcommittee.aspx
- Tax the Rich rally – Mon, June 18, 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm top of Solano in front of closed Oaks Theater,
Berkeley City Council, Tue, June 19, 2134 MLK Jr Way, City Council Chambers,
- 4:30 pm Closed Session, Agenda: Conference with Labor Negotiators, organizations Berkeley Firefighters 1227, Firefighters Association, Berkeley Chief Fire Officiers Association, Berkeley Police Association, SEIU, Local 1021 Maintenance and Clerical Chapters,
- 6:00 pm Special Meeting Worksession, Agenda: Seismic Safety Programs Update, Broadband Master Plan / Digital Divide
Wednesday, June 20, 2018
- Animal Care Commission, Wed, June 20, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1 Bolivar Drive, Berkeley Animal Shelter, Agenda: Revisit max number of dogs walked at one time by a single person, increase from 4 to 8, subcommittee to coordinate with Parks and Waterfront Commission Cesar Chavez off-leash areahttps://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Animal_Care_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Commission on Aging, Wed, June 20, 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Aging Friendly surveyshttps://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Aging_Homepage.aspx
- Human Welfare & Community Action Commission, Wed, June 20, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Review Independent Audit, Review Berkeley Funded Agency Program and Financials, Family Violence Law Center, J-Seihttps://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Human_Welfare_and_Community_Action_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Planning Commission, Wed, June 20, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Small Business Package, Affordable Housing and Community Benefits,https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- 16th Annual Senior LGBTQ Pride Celebration & Resource Fair, Wed, June 20, 1:00 pm – 3:30 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center,
- LATE ENTRY Families Belong Together El Cerrito Protest | Thursday, June 21st at 6 pm at 513 San Pablo Ave, Albany (near El Cerrito Plaza). Bring signs! Hosted by El Cerrito Shows Up Supported by Indivisible Berkeley
- Design Review Committee, Thur, June 21, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: http://www.cityofberkeley.info/designreview/
- UC Berkeley Upper Hearst Development – informational item, 2 proposed UCB projects, 6-stories, residential building over parking structure, new academic building
- 2120 Berkeley Way – Final Design Review, renovation and addition of 3 stories for total 6-story office building
- 2434 San Pablo – Majority recommendations, Car wash replacement and site improvements
- 2028 Bancroft – Majority recommendations, relocated 3-story residential building to 1940 Haste, construct 6-story residential building, 37 units (2 BMR), adjacent project 2025 Durant, convert parking to 2 residential units, common amenity space.
- 1110 University – Advisory Comments, demolish mixed use dry cleaners and 8 rent controlled units with 5-story mixed use, 36 units (12 BMR),
- Fair Campaign Practices Commission, Thur, June 21, 7:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Public Campaign Financing-matching funds, Possible BERA violations 2016 Jesse Arreguinhttp://www.cityofberkeley.info/FCPC/
- Open Government Commission, Thur, June 21, 8:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Steps, structure, content, format for communicating to Council, Report Lobbyist Registration and Revolving Door Ordinances, Draft Council item posting of draft minutes http://www.cityofberkeley.info/opengovermentcommission/
- Sugar-Sweetened Beverage Product Panel of Experts, Thur, June 21, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, no agenda posted, check before goinghttps://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Sugar-Sweetened_Beverage_Product_Panel_of_Experts.aspx
- Transportation Commission, Thur, June 21, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Bike Plan implementation, Vision Zero, Berkeley Strategic Transportation (BeST), BART staff presentation on No. Berkeley BART station, Ohlone Greenway, Bike share,https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Transportation_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- No City meetings posted
- LATE ENTRY Families Belong Together Rally, Sat, June 23, 10:00 am - 11:30 am, Justin Herman Plaza, San Francisco, Hosted by Monica Chinchilla and Anne Mercogliano, endorsed by Wellstone Democratic Renewal Club
- Heart 2 Heart Neighborhood Health and Wellness Celebration, Sat, June 23, 11:00 am – 3:00 pm, 2800 Park Street, San Pablo Community Center, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=15555
- Music In the Park | Kidchella Concert Series, Sat, June 23, 3:00 pm – 4:30 pm, Live Oak Park https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=15496
- No City sponsored events found
Poor Peoples Campaign Week Six June 17 - June 23 – A National Call for Moral Revival starts Monday with six weekly themes, Week six June 17 - 23, A New and Unsettling Force: Confronting the Distorted Moral Narrative, Sat, June 23, Rally in Washington DC https://www.poorpeoplescampaign.org/
Institute for Policy Studies, The Souls of Poor Folk https://ips-dc.org/souls-of-poor-folks/
- June 11 - June 17, 2018
- City Council meets Tuesday. Even if you don’t plan to go to the 5:00 pm special session it is worth taking a cruise through the City Council referrals to the City Manager/staff. The regular 6:00 pm meeting agenda is heavy with the proposed charter amendment for the Police Commission near the end of the agenda.
- Urban Shield subcommittee meets Wednesday.
- The Follow-up meeting to Caring For Our Community – Responding to the Houseless is Thursday evening. So often the message to the homeless seems to be top down. The last meeting included a panel of homeless people who responded to the question of what are their most immediate needs. The responses included: access to bathrooms (or porta potties), drinkable water, showers, food, a place to store their belongings, pick-up of trash, a place to be (evictions, raids, towing of vehicles)
- Friday is special event Uniting Against Hate
- The City of Berkeley labor negotiations with Firefighters, Police, SEIU, Clerks and Maintenance workers continues with 2 closed sessions this week.
Posted Sunday, June 10, 2018
Monday, June 11, 2018
- Agenda Committee, Monday, Mon, June 11, 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm, 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Conf Room, Agenda: Agenda Plan for June 26 City Council meeting, 6. Investment,Divestment Policy, 7. Trust Fund, 12. Downtown Streets Sweeping Team, 19. Removal Coast Live Oak Trees, 24. a.&b. U1 Funds property Acquisition 1001, 1007, 1011 University and 1925 Ninth St, 26. Urgency Ordinance Bonds to Finance Affordable Housing, 27. Adopt Budget, 29. Ballot measure full-time salaries Mayor and City Council, 30. Increase transfer Tax to fund homeless services, 32. Borrowing $14 million, 33. Reserve $11 million in Housing Trust Fund for Berkeley Way, 34. Density Bonus, 35. HAC recommendations U1 Revenues, 37. Budget referral creation Vehicle Dweller Park in Berkeleyhttps://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Agenda_Committee__2018_Index.aspx
- Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board Eviction/Section 8/Foreclosure Meeting, Mon, June 11, 5:30 pm, 2001 Center St, 2nd Floor Law Library, Agenda: Staffing Model 2019, Line-Item Budget 2019 http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
- Transportation Commission Stop Sign Warrants Subcommittee, Mon, June 11, 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: City and State criteria for installing stop signs, guidelines for expanding criteriahttps://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Transportation_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- City Council Closed Session, Mon, June 11, 4:00 pm, 2180 Milvia, 1st Floor Cypress Room, Agenda: 1231 Addison St – BUSD conference with Negotiators, Dee Williams-Ridley, Jovan Grogen, Mark Numainville, Conference anticipated litigation one case, Conference with Labor Negotiators, organizations Berkeley Firefighters 1227, Firefighters Association, Berkeley Chief Fire Officiers Association, Berkeley Police Association, SEIU, Local 1021 Maintenance and Clerical Chapters, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
- Tax the Rich rally – Mon, June 11, 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm top of Solano in front of closed Oaks Theater,
- Berkeley City Council, Tues, June 12, 2134 MLK Jr Way, City Council Chambers
- Special Meeting Work Session, 5:00 pm, Agenda: Re-Weighted Range Voting – prioritization of City Council referrals to City Manager/staff, 67 outstanding referrals,https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2018/06_June/City_Council__06-12-2018_-_Special_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
- Regular Meeting, 6:00 pm – 11:00 pm, Agenda: Consent 18. Shelter Plus Care Renewal, 19. Extend and amend MOU Between Alameda Co Behavioral Health and Berkeley to fund Mental Health Wellness Center, 22. FEMA Hazard Mitigation Grant, 23. Residential Solar and Zero-Emission Vehicle Program, 24. Develop Long-Range Sustainable Infrastructure Plan, 25. UN Master Leasing Student Housing, 26. Armored Van Use Policy, 29. Auto Sales South Berkeley, 30. Fossil Fuel Free Berkeley, 32. Support Public Sector Unions post Janus v. AFSCME Supreme Court Decision, 33. ADU ordinance, 34. Standards for Views, 35. Extension contract Community Conservations Centers (recycling), 37. Budget Traffic Calming, 38. Fund CEQA review for More Student Housing Now Resolution, 42. Local adoption of Emergency Housing Building Code, 43. ZAB appeal 1449 University @ Sacramento – hotel, 44. Ballot initiative community survey, 45. Budget update, 46. Defer impact fees – Center St Hotel 2129 Shattuck, 47 a & b. Proposed Police Commission Charter Amendment, 48. Certify LPC NOD 2301 Bancroft Way Campanile Way, 49. Declaration of Climate Emergency, 50. City Sponsored Emergency Preparedness Training, 51. New City Limit Signs, 52. Updated Commissioner’s Manual, 53. Amend Municipal Code Vacant Residential or Commercial Buildings as unlawful nuisance. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2018/06_June/City_Council__06-12-2018_-_Regular_Meeting_Agenda.aspxhttps://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
- Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board Budget Personnel, Tue, June 12, 5:30 pm, 2001 Center St, 2nd Floor Law Library,
- Homeless Commission, Wed, June 13, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Sidewalk and encampment policy, City of Berkeley funding proposal for employment of homeless, yearround shelter, aging homeless as priority, vehicle encampment for homelesshttp://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Homeless_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- LATE ENTRY Landmarks Preservation Commission Landmarks Policies and Procedures Subcommittee, Wed, June 13, 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm, 1947 Center Street, 2nd Floor Balsam Conference Room, Agenda: draft revisions to existing documents, including petitions, review of revisions to Landmarks Ordinance.
- Parks and Waterfront Commission, Wed, June 13, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 2800 Park St, Frances Albrier Community Center
- Marina Fiscal Issues Subcommittee – 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm, Agenda: Fiscal Issues
- Regular Meeting - 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, Agenda: Marina Repaving Projects, One-time funding new Waterfront Master Plan, Update Hs Lordships, Proposed changes to parking code, Codornices Creek future maintenance, State Proposition 68, Fiscal Issues Marina https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Parks_and_Waterfront_Commission.aspx
- Police Review Commission, Wed, June 13, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Mayor Arreguin proposed Charter Amendment, Follow-up CPE (Center for Policing Equity Report) https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Council Ad Hoc subcommittee on Urban Shield, Wed, June 13, 3:00 pm, 2180 Milviahttps://www.cityofberkeley.info/Urban_Shield_Subcommittee.aspx
- Thursday, June 14, 2018
- Caring for Our Community – Responding to Needs of Houseless, Thur, June 14, 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm, 1802 Fairview Street @ Ellis, South Berkeley Community Church, Agenda: 2nd Street eviction of houseless people, closure 9th Street Shelter, ongoing threat of citing and towing of RVs and campers.
- Community Environmental Advisory Commission, Thur, June 14, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Russell St, South Branch Library, Agenda: Mandatory Green Stormwater Infrastructure, Cigarette Butts, Single-use plastics in food service, microfiber contamination in drinking water and wastewater, lead paint,http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Community_Environmental_Advisory_Commission/
- Zoning Adjustments Board, Thur, June 14, 7:00 pm – 11:30 pm, 2134 MLK Jr. Way, City Council Chambers, Agenda:
- 1140 Wildcat Canyon Road – construct 3-story single-family dwelling (3748 sq ft), 2-car garage (400 sq ft) average height 17’ on 8,804 sq ft vacant lot, hillside overlay, staff recommend approve
- 2851 Buena Vista Way - demolish 2-story single-family dwelling and garage, construct 3-story single-family dwelling, hillside overlay, staff recommend approve
- 2145 Grant – construct detached 2-story single-family dwelling (2434 sq ft) at rear of parcel with reduced building separation below district standard behind existing 2-story dwelling (1351 sq ft) staff recommend approve
- 1110 University – project preview, demolish existing building, construct 5-story, 55’ mixed use with 36 units (12 BMR) advisory comments
- 2633 Marin Ave – Construct new ADU above 1-story, 2-car garage, max height 20’7” allow shrubs that exceed 6’ height, hot tub within rear yard setback on hillside lot, direct staff to prepare conditions and findingshttp://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
- East Bay Community Energy, Thurs, June 14, 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Community Choice Energy starts serving commercial customers in June, residential customers this fall. Sponsored by the Ecology Center, please RSVP (light refreshments) http://www.sunflower-alliance.org/east-bay-community-energy-comes-home-june-14/
- City Council Closed Session, Fri, June 15, 1:00 pm, 2180 Milvia, 1st Floor Agenda: Conference with Labor Negotiators, organizations Berkeley Firefighters 1227, Firefighters Association, Berkeley Chief Fire Officiers Association, Berkeley Police Association, SEIU, Local 1021 Maintenance and Clerical Chapters,https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
- UNITING AGAINST HATE: A Conversation with Christian Picciolini Combating Hate in the East Bay, Fri, June 15, 5:00 pm, 2050 Center St, Berkeley City College, Cost $12 https://www.eventbrite.com/e/uniting-against-hate-a-conversation-with-christian-picciolini-tickets-46157561509
- No City meetings or events found
Indivisible Berkeley phone banking for Nevada June 17 primary and list of actions you can do from home, https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/actions
Poor Peoples Campaign – A National Call for Moral Revival starts Monday with six weekly themes, Week five June 10-16, Everybody’s Got the Right To Live: Education, Living Wages, Jobs, Income, Housing https://www.poorpeoplescampaign.org/
Worth Noting
June 3 - June 10, 2018
The City Council Subcommittee on Urban Shield meets Monday afternoon (follow the link for details). 1900 Fourth Street – the Project proposed for the Ohlone Shellmound is on the action calendar for the Landmarks Preservation Commission on Thursday.
The June 12 City Council agenda is posted. It is very unlikely that the City Council will get through the June 12 agenda. The Proposed Police Commission Charter Amendments are item 47. a. & b.
June 12 City Council Agenda To comment email [email protected],
Agenda: Consent 18. Shelter Plus Care Renewal, 19. Extend and amend MOU Between Alameda Co Behavioral Health and Berkeley to fund Mental Health Wellness Center, 22. FEMA Hazard Mitigation Grant, 23. Residential Solar and Zero-Emission Vehicle Program, 24. Develop Long-Range Sustainable Infrastructure Plan, 25. UN Master Leasing Student Housing, 26. Armored Van Use Policy, 29. Auto Sales South Berkeley, 30. Fossil Fuel Free Berkeley, 32. Support Public Sector Unions post Janus v. AFSCME Supreme Court Decision, 33. ADU ordinance, 34. Standards for Views, 37. Budget Traffic Calming, 38. Fund CEQA review for More Student Housing Now Resolution, 42. Local adoption of Emergency Housing Building Code, 43. ZAB appeal 1449 University @ Sacramento – hotel, 44. Ballot initiative community survey, 45. Budget update, 46. Defer impact fees – Center St Hotel 2129 Shattuck, 47 a & b. Proposed Police Commission Charter Amendment, 48. Certify LPC NOD 2301 Bancroft Way Campanile Way, 49. Declaration of Climate Emergency, 50. City Sponsored Emergency Preparedness Training, 51. New City Limit Signs, 52. Updated Commissioner’s Manual, 53. Amend Municipal Code Vacant Residential or Commercial Buildings as unlawful nuisance.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2018/06_June/City_Council__06-12-2018_-_Regular_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
June 14 Zoning Adjustment Board Agenda is available for comment email [email protected], Agenda: Consent 1140 Wildcat Canyon Road, 2851 Buena Vista Way, 2145 Grant, Discussion 1110 University, Action 2633 Marin Ave,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
The meeting list is also posted on the Sustainable Berkeley Coalition website.
http://www.sustainableberkeleycoalition.com/whats-ahead.html
Sunday, June 3, 2018
Poor Peoples Campaign – A National Call for Moral Revival starts Monday with six weekly themes, Week four: Right to a healthy planet and healthcare. https://www.poorpeoplescampaign.org/
When notices of meetings are found that are posted after Friday 5:00 pm they are added to the website schedule https://www.sustainableberkeleycoalition.com/whats-ahead.html and preceded by LATE ENTRY
To see what happened at Berkeley City Council meetings in bite size by subject videos go to Watch Berkeley Gov, a new YouTube channel and read about the project by Dave Margulius at https://davemargulius.com/introducing-watch-berkeley-gov/
June 3 - June 10, 2018
The City Council Subcommittee on Urban Shield meets Monday afternoon (follow the link for details). 1900 Fourth Street – the Project proposed for the Ohlone Shellmound is on the action calendar for the Landmarks Preservation Commission on Thursday.
The June 12 City Council agenda is posted. It is very unlikely that the City Council will get through the June 12 agenda. The Proposed Police Commission Charter Amendments are item 47. a. & b.
June 12 City Council Agenda To comment email [email protected],
Agenda: Consent 18. Shelter Plus Care Renewal, 19. Extend and amend MOU Between Alameda Co Behavioral Health and Berkeley to fund Mental Health Wellness Center, 22. FEMA Hazard Mitigation Grant, 23. Residential Solar and Zero-Emission Vehicle Program, 24. Develop Long-Range Sustainable Infrastructure Plan, 25. UN Master Leasing Student Housing, 26. Armored Van Use Policy, 29. Auto Sales South Berkeley, 30. Fossil Fuel Free Berkeley, 32. Support Public Sector Unions post Janus v. AFSCME Supreme Court Decision, 33. ADU ordinance, 34. Standards for Views, 37. Budget Traffic Calming, 38. Fund CEQA review for More Student Housing Now Resolution, 42. Local adoption of Emergency Housing Building Code, 43. ZAB appeal 1449 University @ Sacramento – hotel, 44. Ballot initiative community survey, 45. Budget update, 46. Defer impact fees – Center St Hotel 2129 Shattuck, 47 a & b. Proposed Police Commission Charter Amendment, 48. Certify LPC NOD 2301 Bancroft Way Campanile Way, 49. Declaration of Climate Emergency, 50. City Sponsored Emergency Preparedness Training, 51. New City Limit Signs, 52. Updated Commissioner’s Manual, 53. Amend Municipal Code Vacant Residential or Commercial Buildings as unlawful nuisance.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2018/06_June/City_Council__06-12-2018_-_Regular_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
June 14 Zoning Adjustment Board Agenda is available for comment email [email protected], Agenda: Consent 1140 Wildcat Canyon Road, 2851 Buena Vista Way, 2145 Grant, Discussion 1110 University, Action 2633 Marin Ave,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
The meeting list is also posted on the Sustainable Berkeley Coalition website.
http://www.sustainableberkeleycoalition.com/whats-ahead.html
Sunday, June 3, 2018
- Berkeley Sunday Streets, Sun, June 3, 11:00 am – 7:00 pm, Shattuck Avenue is closed from Haste to Rose, Mayor meet-up at PIQ 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm http://www.sundaystreetsberkeley.org/
- Peace and Justice Commission, Mon, June 4, 7:00 pm – 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Ordinance prohibiting City contracts to vendors acting as data brokers to ICE or providing extreme vetting services to ICEhttps://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Peace_and_Justice_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Personnel Board, Mon, June 4, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Centerhttps://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Personnel_Board_Homepage.aspx
- Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board, Mon, June 4, 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm, 2134 MLK Jr. Way, City Council Chambers, Agenda: Costa-Hawkins, defining “New Construction,” clarify exemption of ADUs, Golden Duplex https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Rent_Stabilization_Board/Home/Agenda__RSB_2018_Jun_4.aspx
- 4x4 Joint Task Force on Housing: Rent Board/City Council, June 4, 11:00 am, 2180 Milvia, Redwood Room, 6th Floor https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/4x4_Committee_Homepage.aspx
- Ad Hoc subcommittee on Urban Shield, June 4, 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm, 2180 Milvia, Redwood Room, 6th Floor, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Urban_Shield_Subcommittee.aspx
- Youth Commission, Mon, June 4, 6:30 pm, 1730 Oregon St, Martin Luther King Jr. Youth Services Center, Agenda: Homeless Youth http://www.cityofberkeley.info/opengovermentcommission/
- Tax the Rich rally – Mon, June 4, 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm top of Solano in front of closed Oaks Theater,
- Primary Election Day, June 5 – If you vote by mail and have not mailed in your ballot – turn it in between 7:00 am and 8:00 pm. Polls close at 8:00 pm
- Board of Library Trustees, Wed, June 6, 6:30 pm, 1901 Russell St, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library, https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
- Commission on Disability, Wed, June 6, 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Amendments to ADU, Universal Design – Visitability, bikes on sidewalks, Desirability of seeking place on DRC, ADA compliance at Alta Bates, sidewalk signs and obstacle http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Disability_Homepage.aspx
- Planning Commission, Canceled
- Cannabis Commission, Thur June 7, 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm, 2180 Milvia St, 6th Floor, Agenda: collectives, http://www.cityofberkeley.info/MedicalCannabis/
- Housing Advisory Commission, Thur June 7, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Federal Home Funds, Tenant Opportunity to Purchase Ordinance, ADU, UC Master Lease Student Housing, U1 reporting
- http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Housing_Advisory_Commission/
- Landmarks Preservation Commission, Thur June 7, 7:00 pm – 11:30 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda:
- 2580 Bancroft Way – Fred Turner Building, final action
- 2626 Bancroft & Durant – UC referral, rehab Woo Hon Fai Hall
- 1900 Fourth Street - Hold a discussion about the March 8, 2018 application submitted for review under new State Gov’t Code 65913.4 for affordable housing projects; information linked below: https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Zoning_Adjustment_Board/1900_Fourth_Street_Part_2.aspx
- 8 Greenwood Common – structural alteration City landmark http://www.cityofberkeley.info/landmarkspreservationcommission/
- Public Works Commission, Thur June 7, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 1326 Allston Way, Willow Room, City of Berkeley Corporation Yard, Agenda: Maintenance Lower Codornices Creek, 5-year paving plan, watershed management plan,http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Public_Works_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- City reduced service day
- McGee Spaulding Neighbors in Action, Sat, June 12, 9:45 am social, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm meeting, location TBD
- No meetings events found
Poor Peoples Campaign – A National Call for Moral Revival starts Monday with six weekly themes, Week four: Right to a healthy planet and healthcare. https://www.poorpeoplescampaign.org/
When notices of meetings are found that are posted after Friday 5:00 pm they are added to the website schedule https://www.sustainableberkeleycoalition.com/whats-ahead.html and preceded by LATE ENTRY
To see what happened at Berkeley City Council meetings in bite size by subject videos go to Watch Berkeley Gov, a new YouTube channel and read about the project by Dave Margulius at https://davemargulius.com/introducing-watch-berkeley-gov/
Week May 27 - June 3, 2018
Worth Noting:
After Tuesday City Council regular meeting the rest of the week is quiet with only two subcommittee meetings
Want to help get out the vote - there are critical elections in California check out Indivisible Berkeley and volunteer to phonebank, District 10 Tracy/Modesto needs help, https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/actions
Sunday, May 27, 2018
Poor Peoples Campaign – A National Call for Moral Revival starts Monday with six weekly themes, Week three May 29, The War Economy, 12:30 pm CA State Capitol West Steps, Sacramento https://www.poorpeoplescampaign.org/
Worth Noting:
After Tuesday City Council regular meeting the rest of the week is quiet with only two subcommittee meetings
- May 29, ballots on Street Light Assessment and Stormwater fee will be counted. Ballots may be delivered at beginning of City Council meeting to be counted if not already in the mail.
- City Council Agenda for May 29 includes initiating the Police Review Commission Charter Amendment. This is the first step. There is a timeline to get the Charter amendment on the ballot. June 29 item 32. Is to start the process. June 12 will be the vote on the Charter Amendment (content).
- Sunday Streets is June 3, Shattuck Ave will be closed from Haste to Rose
Want to help get out the vote - there are critical elections in California check out Indivisible Berkeley and volunteer to phonebank, District 10 Tracy/Modesto needs help, https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/actions
Sunday, May 27, 2018
- Indivisible East Bay, Sun, May 27, 1:00 pm 2727 Milvia, Sports Basement https://indivisibleeb.org/upcoming-events/
- Tax the Rich rally – Mon, May 28 Memorial Day, 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm top of Solano in front of closed Oaks Theater,
- Agenda Committee, Mon, May 29 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm, 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Conf Room, Planning for June 12 City Council meeting, Agenda: Consent: Tax rates: 3-7, 13, Debt Service:10-12, Housing: 15. Tie City Maximum income to quality for very low income housing to HUD threshold, 16. Shelter Plus Care Program, 21. Campanile Way notice of decision, 23. Ballot measure – long range sustainable infrastructure plan, 24. Master leasing student housing, 25. Armored Van – emergency response vehicle, 26. Fee waivers Berkeley Rep artist housing, 29. Climate Emergency Declaration, 30. Fossil Free Berkeley, 33. ADU ordinance updates, 34. Standards for views, 36. Double budget for traffic calming to total $100,000, Action: 37. Emergency Housing Building Code, 38. 1449 Sacramento @ University Appeal Hotel rooftop deck 39. Emergency Preparedness training, 40. New City limit signs, 41. Ballot measures, 42. Budget update, 43. Defer impact fees for Center Street Hotel 2129 Shattuck, 44. Charter Amendment Police Oversight, 45. Prohibit new auto uses and sales in C-SA (Commercial South Area) zones, Information reports 47. Low Income Tax Relief Program, 48. Berkeley Pathways https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Agenda_Committee__2018_Index.aspx
- Berkeley City Council, Tues, May 29, 2134 MLK Jr Way, City Council Chambers
- Closed Session, 4:00 pm, Agenda: Labor Negotiations
- Regular Meeting 6:00 pm – 11:00 pm, Agenda: Consent 5. Commissioners Manual, 14. Secure Storage for homeless, support AB 2308 cigarette filter ban, oppose AB 2923 placing BART in charge of local Zoning, 19. Audit Alameda Co Sheriff office, 21. Declare homelessness as CA State emergency, 23. Budget referral: Solar Powered Lights and Signage Paths Pilot Project, 24. Support AB 2874 hospital closure & emergency care, Action: 28. Budget update hearing #2, 29. Ballot Initiatives, 31. Vacancy as Condition of Unlawful Nuisance, 32. Police Review Commission Charter Amendment Recommendations. 34. Home Share Pilot Program, 35. Small Sites Program https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2018/05_May/City_Council__05-29-2018_-_Regular_Meeting_Agenda.aspx https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
- Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board, - Budget and Personnel Committee Meeting Wed, May 30, 5:00 pm 2001 center St, 2nd Floor http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
- Housing Advisory Commission – Housing Trust Fund Subcommittee, Wed, May 30, 8:00 am, 2180 Milvia http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Housing_Advisory_Commission/
- No city meetings found/posted
- No city meetings found/posted
- No city meetings found/posted
- Berkeley Sunday Streets, 11:00 am – 7:00 pm, Shattuck Avenue is closed from Haste to Rose, Mayor meet-up at PIQ 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm http://www.sundaystreetsberkeley.org/
Poor Peoples Campaign – A National Call for Moral Revival starts Monday with six weekly themes, Week three May 29, The War Economy, 12:30 pm CA State Capitol West Steps, Sacramento https://www.poorpeoplescampaign.org/
Week May 20 - May 27, 2018
Worth Noting:
Sunday, May 20, 2018
No city meetings found
Saturday, May 26, 2018
Indivisible East Bay, Sun, May 27, 1:00 pm 2727 Milvia, Sports Basement
https://indivisibleeb.org/upcoming-events/
Monday, May 28, 2018 – Memorial Day Holiday
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Poor Peoples Campaign – A National Call for Moral Revival starts Monday with six weekly themes, Week two May 21, Linking Systemic Racism and Poverty, 2:00 pm CA State Capitol South Steps, Sacramento https://www.poorpeoplescampaign.org/
Worth Noting:
- May 21, deadline to register to vote in the June 5 primary https://registertovote.ca.gov/ It is not too late to request absentee ballot if you are not already a permanent vote by mail voter
- May 29, ballots on Street Light Assessment and Stormwater fee will be counted. Ballots may be delivered at beginning of City Council meeting to be counted if not already in the mail.
- City Council Agenda for May 29 is published with critical items in BOLD available for comment by emailing [email protected] or calling your council member. Agenda: Consent 5. Commissioners Manual, 14. Secure Storage for homeless, support AB 2308 cigarette filter ban, oppose AB 2923 placing BART in charge of local Zoning, 19. Audit Alameda Co Sheriff office, 21. Declare homelessness as CA State emergency, 24. Support AB 2874 hospital closure & emergency care, Action: 28. Budget update hearing #2, 29. Ballot Initiatives, 31. Vacancy as Condition of Unlawful Nuisance, 32. Police Review Commission Charter Amendment Recommendations. 34. Home Share Pilot Program, 35. Small Sites Program https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2018/05_May/City_Council__05-29-2018_-_Regular_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
- Monday – Documentary on Wild Fires at the Brower Center followed with Q&A
- Tuesday – Forum on unhoused
- Wednesday – Four commissions - Disaster & Fire, Energy, Human Welfare, Police Review Commission - have important agenda items for our community
- Thursday - Public hearing in Pleasanton – conditional use permits from E&B Natural Resources to inject oil/chemical waste into Alameda Co aquifers being considered
Sunday, May 20, 2018
- Himalayan Fair, Sun, May 20, 9:00 am – 7:00 pm, Live Oak Park,
- Roses in Bloom Acoustical Series – City Sponsored, Sun, May 20, 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm Rose Garden
- Ad Hoc subcommittee on Urban Shield, Mon, May 21, 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm, 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Room, Agenda: Discussion of Urban Shield and Community Preparedness https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Urban_Shield_Subcommittee.aspx
- documentary Wilder than Wild: Fire, Forests, and the Future, Mon, May 21, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, Q&A afterwards about the growing epidemic of urban wildfires in California. Fueled by climate change, the panel with me will be UC Berkeley fire scientist Scott Stephens, Berkeley firefighter Mike Shuken, and filmmakers Kevin White and Stephen Most. Tickets $15. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/wilder-than-wild-film-screening-discussion-tickets-45248316934?aff=eac2&link_id=0&can_id=295b0aaf0d7ca3634d32ed5af4e02c63&source=email-may-newsletter-wilder-than-wild&email_referrer=email_355078&email_subject=may-newsletter-wilder-than-wild
- Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board, Mon, May 21,
- Budget and Personnel Subcommittee, 5:30 pm, 2001 Center Street, 2nd Floor,
- Regular Meeting, 7:00 pm, 2134 MLK Jr Way, Council Chambers, Agenda: Rent Stabilization and Eviction for Good Cause Ordinance, Costa-Hawkins, dfining “New Construction”, exemption of ADU, Golden Duplex exemption, ballot measure reduced fee for partially exempt units http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
- Children, Youth and Recreation Commission, Mon, May 21, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 2800 Park St, Frances Albrier Community Center at San Pablo Park, Agenda: Summer Preview, RFP process https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Children_Youth_and_Recreation_Commission/
- Civic Arts Commission, Mon, May 21,
- Public Art Subcommittee, 9:00 am – 10:00 am 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, Redwood Room
- Arts Education Subcommittee, 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm, 2000 University, Au Coquelet Café https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CivicArtsCommissionHomepage/
- Mental Health Commission – Site Visit Subcommittee, 6:30 pm, 2000 University, Au Coquelet Café https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Mental_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Zero Waste Commission, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Transfer station rebuild, street sweeping improvement plan, single use foodware and litter reduction, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Zero_Waste_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Tax the Rich rally – Mon, May 21, 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm top of Solano in front of closed Oaks Theater,
- Caring for Our Community – forum on how we can respond to the needs of people who are houseless, Tue, May 22, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1305 University Ave, The Way Church, Welcome and opening Pastor McBride and Councilmember Cheryl Davila
- Civic Arts Commission, Wed, May 23, 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: BART Plaza, Arts&Culture Plan, T1 North Berkeley Senior Center Public Art, 2019 Grants, Rep to DRC, Public Art Budget https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CivicArtsCommissionHomepage/
- Commission on the Status of Women, 6:45 pm – 8:45 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, NO AGENDA posted, check before going https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_the_Status_of_Women_Homepage.aspx
- Community Health Commission – Cannabis Subcommittee, Wed, May 23, 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm, 1805 San Pablo, Casa Latina https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Community_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Disaster and Fire Safety Commission, Wed, May 23, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 997 Cedar St, Fire Department Training Center, Agenda: Measure GG Tax Rate Adjustment recommendation to Council, 5 year Disaster Preparedness Services Plan https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Disaster_and_Fire_Safety_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Energy Commission, Wed, May 23, 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: EBCE (East Bay Community Energy), Microgrids, Incentivizing Energy Efficiency and Electrification, Impacts of Ride-sharing, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Energy_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Human Welfare & Community Action Commission, Wed, May 23, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 2939 Ellis St, Agenda: Homeless Policy, Community needs, Skills training-low income residents, banking and business loans low income residents, extended hour childcare, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Human_Welfare_and_Community_Action_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Police Review Commission, Wed, May 23, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: F/U Community Policing Equity Report, Lexipol policies, BPD response to public records request, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Community Health Commission, Thur, May 24, 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 2939 Ellis St. South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Workplan – priorities, health inequity impacting minority groups, healthy food security, Alta Bates closure, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Community_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Mental Health Commission, Thur, May 24, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: MHSA Innovations Technology Suite Project Public Hearing, AB2156, Suicide prevention, Health Disparities/Equity Report, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Mental_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Zoning Adjustments Board, Thur, May 24, 7:00 pm – 11:30 pm, 2134 MLK Jr. Way, City Council Chambers
- 2200 MLK Jr Way – convert 1-story office building to single family home (staff-approve)
- 2580 Bancroft –DEIR public hearing, demolish rear half City Landmarked Fred Turner Building, construct mixed use with 122 units
- 1157 Virginia – construct 2-story 1680 sq ft single family dwelling at rear of lot with existing 1218 sq ft single family dwelling (staff approve)
- 2538-2542 Durant – merge 2 parcels, construct 5-story mixed use 32 dwelling units, variance request - dwelling units ground floor next to and behind existing 12-unit building, (staff opposed to variance and approve https://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
- Keep Oil Waste out of Alameda Co Aquifers now, Thur, May 24, 1:30 pm, 200 Old Bernal Ave, Pleasanton, http://www.sunflower-alliance.org/keep-oil-waste-out-of-alameda-co-aquifers-now-may-24/
No city meetings found
Saturday, May 26, 2018
- Roses in Bloom Acoustical Series – City Sponsored, Sun, May 26, 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm Rose Garden
Indivisible East Bay, Sun, May 27, 1:00 pm 2727 Milvia, Sports Basement
https://indivisibleeb.org/upcoming-events/
Monday, May 28, 2018 – Memorial Day Holiday
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Poor Peoples Campaign – A National Call for Moral Revival starts Monday with six weekly themes, Week two May 21, Linking Systemic Racism and Poverty, 2:00 pm CA State Capitol South Steps, Sacramento https://www.poorpeoplescampaign.org/
Week May 13 - May 20, 2018
Worth Noting:
Poor Peoples Campaign – A National Call for Moral Revival starts Monday with six weekly themes, Week one May 13 – 19, Child Poverty, Women and the Disabled https://www.tikkun.org/nextgen/a-conversation-with-rev-barber-chair-of-the-poor-peoples-campaign
Sunday, May 13, 2018 – Mother’s Day
Worth Noting:
- Sunday – Bike tour of Cohousing and Coop communities, RSVP to participate
- Monday - Town Hall with Barbara Lee is sold out
- Tuesday – City Council – long agenda with 32 items on consent, important agenda items are highlighted with bold type
- Wednesday – Planning Commission holding public hearing on urban agriculture
- Thursday – Transportation Commission has Bike share contract (FORD bikes) amendment on the agenda, packet does not contain substance of amendment.
Poor Peoples Campaign – A National Call for Moral Revival starts Monday with six weekly themes, Week one May 13 – 19, Child Poverty, Women and the Disabled https://www.tikkun.org/nextgen/a-conversation-with-rev-barber-chair-of-the-poor-peoples-campaign
Sunday, May 13, 2018 – Mother’s Day
- Bike Tour Affordable Cohousing & Cooperative Communities, Sun, May 13, 10:00 pm – 4:00 pm, RSVP to participate, starts at 2220 Sacramento St. https://www.meetup.com/ebcoho/events/249542628/
- Indivisible Berkeley General Assembly, Sun, May 13, 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm, 1970 Chestnut St, Finnish Hall, General Assembly meeting, https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/
- City Council Agenda Committee, Mon, May 14, 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm, 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Room, Agenda: planning for Council May 29 meeting, items 2. update Commissioner’s Manual, 10: Small Sites Housing Program, 11. Secure storage for Homeless, 12. Banning Cigarettes with filters of any kind 13. Request Increase County Mental Health Beds, 15. Support community requests audit Alameda Co Sheriff Office Budget 17. Request Gov Brown declare Homelessness State Emergency, 19. Pilot project Solar Powered lights and signage for 3 different evacuation paths. 21. Ballot tabulation lighting levy, 22. Ballot tabulation stormwater levy 25. GoBerkeley adjustable parking space rates, 27 a. & b. Home share pilot program, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Agenda_Committee__2018_Index.aspx
- Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board - Outreach, Mon, May 14, 5:45 pm, 2001 Center, 2nd Floor http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
- Peace and Justice Commission, Mon, May 14, 7:00 pm – 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Internet Platforms, Prohibiting City contracts with vendors providing services to ICE, City Council May 15 Item 27 tone with Police https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Peace_and_Justice_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Youth Commission, Mon, May 14, 6:30 pm, 1730 Oregon St, Martin Luther King Jr. Youth Services Center https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Youth_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Zero Waste Commission – Foodware Subcommittee, Mon, May 14, 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm, 2530 San Pablo, Ecology Center, Preliminary meeting, single use foodware, litter reduction https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Zero_Waste_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Town Hall with Barbara Lee, Mon, May 14 – sold out Albany Community Center https://www.eventbrite.com/e/town-hall-with-congresswoman-barbara-lee-tickets-45697415199
- Tax the Rich rally – Mon, May 14, 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm top of Solano near front of closed Oaks Theater - construction is starting for transformation of old Oaks Theater into climbing gym
- Housing Advisory Commission – RFP Subcommittee, Tue, May 15, 4:00 pm, 2180 Milvia, Ironwood Room, Agenda: Open Door Proposal, Analysis RFP responses http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Housing_Advisory_Commission/
- Mental Health Commission – Diversity Subcommittee, Tue, May 15, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Mental_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Berkeley City Council, Tue, May 15, 6:00 pm – 11:00 pm, 2134 MLK Jr Way, City Council Chambers, Agenda: (items 1-32 on consent) 8. Parklet ordinance, 20. Increase porta potty contract by $240,000, 24. Disaster preparedness multi-family housing, 27. Establish tone and direction as City moves forward with improvements to Berkeley Police Dept and Police Review Commission, 28. Request that City Manager hold event on current BART guidelines for North Berkeley BART station housing development. 29. Direct City Manager to compile and publish Council referrals and status. 35. Marina Fee Increases, 38. Proposed Budget Update, 39. Ballot initiatives 40. ADU ordinance, 42. Emergency Preparedness training, 43. Vacancy as unlawful nuisance, 44. Replace City Signs, 45. Consider PRC Charter Amendment Recommendations. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2018/05_May/City_Council__05-15-2018_-_Regular_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
- Animal Care Commission, Wed, May 16, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1 Bolivar Drive, Berkeley Animal Shelter, Agenda: Dog walkers increase to 8 dogs at one time, large dog play area https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Animal_Care_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board – Landlord 101, Wed, May 16, 5:15 pm – 6:15 pm, 2125 Milvia, 2nd Floor http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
- Commission on Aging, Wed, May 16, 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Aging_Homepage.aspx
- Planning Commission, Wed, May 16, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Urban agriculture, Cannabis sales at existing nurseries, Subcommittee on Affordable Housing and Community Benefits https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- LATE ENTRY Community Health Commission Steering Committee Subcommittee, Thur, May 17, 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm, 1805 San Pablo, Casa Latina, Agenda: prioritizing effectively
- LATE ENTRY Community Health Commission Disease Prevention Subcommittee, Thur, May 17, 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm, 2244 Bancroft Way, Cafe Blue Door, Agenda: current legislation and policy and education opportunities https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Community_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Design Review Committee, Thur, May 17, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: majority recommendations
- 2120 Berkeley Way – renovate existing 3-story office building adding 3-stories, total 6 stories
- 2434 San Pablo Ave – replacement self-service car wash with tunnel wash https://www.cityofberkeley.info/designreview/
- Fair Campaign Practices Commission, Thur, May 17, 7:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Certification, application, matching funds, Mary Kay Lacey, Lori Droste, Rashi Kesarwani, Alfred Twu http://www.cityofberkeley.info/FCPC/
- Joint Subcommittee for the Implementation of State Housing Laws, Thur, May 17, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, agenda not posted, Contact Alene Pearson, 510.981.7489 https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Joint_Subcommittee_for_the_Implementation_of_State_Housing_Laws_Homepage.aspx
- LATE ENTRY AGENDA POSTED Sugar-Sweetened Beverage Product Panel of Experts, Thur, May 17, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: 3 presentations 1) Healthy Black Families, 2) Life Skills Day Laborers, 3) For Thirst - Water First, action - Media using 10% of tax to promote water over sugary drinks http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Sugar-Sweetened_Beverage_Product_Panel_of_Experts.aspx
- Transportation Commission, Thur, May 17, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center: Agenda: Bike Share (Ford Bike) contract amendment, Welcome to Berkeley Signs https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Transportation_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- District 2 – Cheryl Davila-Open Office Hours, Thur, May 17, 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm, 2500 San Pablo, Caffe on San Pablo formerly Caffe Trieste
- No city meetings found for Friday, May 18
- Strawberry Creek Park Renovation Project Workshops, Sat, May 19, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm, 1326 Allston Way, Corporation Yard – Green Room, Agenda: Final design Phase 1, renovation soccer, tennis, volleyball courts, accessibility, Phase 2 replacement bathroom
- Roses in Bloom Acoustical Series – City Sponsored, Sun, May 20, 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm Rose Garden
Week May 6 - May 13, 2018
Worth Noting:
To see what happened at Berkeley City Council meetings in bite size by subject videos go to Watch Berkeley Gov, a new YouTube channel and read about the project by Dave Margulius at https://davemargulius.com/introducing-watch-berkeley-gov/
June 5 Primary vote by mail ballots start arriving this week. You can still register to vote and/or request vote by mail ballot, but don’t delay http://www.sos.ca.gov/elections/voter-registration/vote-mail/
Sunday, May 6, 2018
Worth Noting:
- Monday - Police Review Commission (PRC) to complete the review and revision of the PRC Reform Subcommittee proposed Charter amendment,
- Tuesday - Urban Shield City Council Subcommittee 1:00 pm, City Council Special Session 6:00 pm
- Wednesday - Police Equity Report at the Police Review Commission, report showing Berkeley policing bias/racial profiling to be reviewed, Community forum – panel on Access and Disability Rights
- Thursday – jam packed with 4 worth noting meetings at the same time, CEAC, Homeless Commission, ZAB, and event on Displacement and Gentrification
To see what happened at Berkeley City Council meetings in bite size by subject videos go to Watch Berkeley Gov, a new YouTube channel and read about the project by Dave Margulius at https://davemargulius.com/introducing-watch-berkeley-gov/
June 5 Primary vote by mail ballots start arriving this week. You can still register to vote and/or request vote by mail ballot, but don’t delay http://www.sos.ca.gov/elections/voter-registration/vote-mail/
Sunday, May 6, 2018
- Relax, no meetings, events found,
- Ad Hoc subcommittee on Paid Family Leave, Mon, May 7, 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm, 2180 Milvia, Pine Office Room 5th Floor, Agenda: discussion Recommendations18 a&b from April 13 City Council https://www.cityofberkeley.info/paidfamilyleavesubcommittee/
- Personnel Board, Mon, May 7, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Update on number of temporary employees https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Personnel_Board_Homepage.aspx
- Police Review Commission – Special Meeting, 6:00 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: complete review and revisions of proposed Charter amendment from the Commission Reform Subcommittee https://www.cityofberkeley.info/uploadedFiles/Police_Review_Commission/Commissions/2018/2018-05-07-PRC-pkt.pdf
- Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board – a special meeting is listed on the Berkeley City Community Calendar, however, no agenda or meeting notice is on the Rent Stabilization Board website for a Mon, May 7, 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm, 2134 MLK Jr. Way, City Council Chambers http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
- Tax the Rich rally – Mon, May 7, 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm top of Solano in front of closed Oaks Theater,
- Urban Shield Council Subcommittee, Tue, May 8, 1:00 pm, 2180 Milvia, Agenda: NICRIC, MOU as discussed last meeting, Agenda not posted. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Urban_Shield_Subcommittee.aspx
- Berkeley City Council – Special Session, Tues, May 8, 6:00 pm, 2134 MLK Jr Way, City Council Chambers, Agenda: 2019 Budget, T1 Bond report, Parks, Recreation Waterfront capital improvement update, Public Works projects planned for 2019 https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2018/05_May/City_Council__05-08-2018_-_Special_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
- Solano Avenue Business Improvement District Advisory Board, Tue, May 8, 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm, 1821 Catalina Ave, Thousand Oaks Baptist Church , Agenda: Special Project Grant requests, planned expenditures 2018, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Solano_BID_Board.aspx
- LATE ENTRY Council Budget Committee, Wed, May 9, 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm, 2180 Milvia, Pepperwood Room, Agenda: consolidating citizens budget committee with Council subcommittee - members Arreguin, Harrison, Hahn, Wengraf
- Berkeley Forum on Access and Disability Rights, Wed, May 9, 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm, 3075 Adeline, Ed Roberts Campus, Agenda: Progress on and challenges to access for persons with disabilities, Panel Karen Nakamura UCB Chair in Disability, Silva Yea, Staff Attorney, Rita Moran Moderator
- Commission on Labor, Wed, May 9, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: work plan, homeless youth, paid family leave, living wage ordinance revisions, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Labor_Homepage.aspx
- Parks and Waterfront Commission, Wed, May 9, 2800 Park St, Frances Albrier Community Center
- 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Marina Subcommittee, Agenda: Fiscal Issues Marin
- 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, Regular Meeting, Agenda: T1, PRW Capital Improvement projects, urban pollinator habitat, tree donations
- https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Parks_and_Waterfront_Commission.aspx
- Police Review Commission, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Police Equity full report in link https://www.cityofberkeley.info/uploadedFiles/Police_Review_Commission/Commissions/2018/Berkeley%20Report%20-%20May%202018.pdf http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- LATE ENTRY Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board, - seminar for tenants Moving In/Moving Out 5:15 pm – 6:15pm, 2125 Milvia, Law Library, 2nd Floor, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
- Displacement &Gentrification: How did we get here and how do we stop it, Thur, May 10, 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm, 2043 San Pablo, Neyborly, The Poet’s Corner, RSVP requested https://actionnetwork.org/ticketed_events/displacement-gentrification-20180510
- Community Environmental Advisory Commission, Thur, May 10, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Russell St, South Branch Library, Agenda: City-Wide Green Development, Stormwater Infrastructure, Removing Plastic Microfibers https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Community_Environmental_Advisory_Commission/
- Homeless Commission, Thur, May 10, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: non-abandoned property, Pathways Project, acquisition 1001, 1007, 1009 University, 1925 Ninth St, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Homeless_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Zoning Adjustments Board, Thur, May 10, 7:00 pm – 11:30 pm, 2134 MLK Jr. Way, City Council Chambers, staff recommend approve of all listed projects
- 1711 & 1713 MLK Jr Way – legalize conversion of existing commercial spaces, increase bedrooms on parcel from 3 to 15, reduced parking 8 to 0
- 1338-1340 Kains Ave – raise 1-story duplex, increase bedrooms from 3 to 7, add accessory building with full bath
- 803 Folger Ave – 4 new 3-story 3000 sq ft live/work units, convert 1st floor of two of the buildings to two 1000 sq ft offices
- 3000 Shattuck – 5-story, 23 dwelling, mixed use building with ground floor retail and 4 BMR (below market rental),
- http://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
- Ad Hoc subcommittee on Small Business, Thur, May 10, 10:00 am - 11:30 am, 1947 Center St, Magnolia Conference Room, 3rd Floor, subcommittee members Arreguin, Droste, Harrison, Maio https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Council_8/Small_Business_Subcommittee.aspx
- Reduced service day city services, check that service is available before going
- March for Our Health – Medicare for All - SB 562, Sat, May 12, 1:00 pm, Oscar Grant/Frank Ogawa Plaza, Oakland, endorsed by Sunflower Alliance http://www.sunflower-alliance.org/march-for-our-health-may-12/
- Indivisible Berkeley General Assembly, Sun, May 13, 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm, 1970 Chestnut St, Finnish Hall, General Assembly meeting, https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/
Week April 29 - May 6, 2018
Worth Noting and going:
When notices of meetings are found that are posted after Friday 5:00 pm they are added to the website schedule
and preceded by LATE ENTRY
Worth Noting and going:
- Sunday – Endorsement meeting of Berkeley City Council Candidates and City Auditor
- Tuesday – City Council regular meeting 6:00 pm, 22. Microbond Blockchain initiative 26. Emergency shelter/encampments
- Wednesday – Human Welfare & Community Action Commission, this is a commission that has moved into strategic planning and is worth tracking and attending. Block grant information is in the packet along with a very full agenda
- Thursday – Housing Advisory Commission
- Saturday – Tiny House village plan for Berkeley homeless Youth presentation and discussion
- BPA-BCA – City Council Districts 1,4,7,8 and City Auditor - Candidate Endorsement Meeting, Sunday April 29, (registration 1:30 pm) 2:00 pm – 5:30 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center. All invited, only members vote for endorsements. http://berkeleycitizensaction.org/
- Indivisible East Bay, Sun, April 29, 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm, 2727 Milvia, Sports Basement, All member meeting https://indivisibleeb.org/upcoming-events/
- Bay Area Book Festival – downtown Berkeley https://www.baybookfest.org/
- Agenda Committee, Mon, April 30, 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm, 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Conf Room, Agenda: planning for May 14 City Council meeting, 7. Parklets, 19. Increase porta potty budget 26. City sponsored emergency preparedness, 27. New city signage, Welcome to Berkeley, LOVE LIFE! Sanctuary City Ohlone Territory 29. Residential & Commercial Vacancy as a nuisance 38. Proposed budget update 39. Ballot survey40. ADU ordinance 41. Disaster Preparedness in multi-family housing42. Home Share 43. Bridge building between police and community 44. Housing at North Berkeley BART 45. Fair Workweek requirements 46. New PRC Charter https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Agenda_Committee__2018_Index.aspx
- Berkeley City Council Closed Session, Mon, April 30, 3:30 pm, 2180 Milvia, 1st Floor Cypress Conf Room, Agenda: Labor Negotiations https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2018/04_Apr/City_Council__04-30-2018_-_Special_Closed_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
- Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board Budget & Personnel Committee, Mon, April 30, 5:30 pm – 11:00 pm, 2001 Center St Law Library, 2nd Floor https://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
- Community Environmental Advisory Commission Stormwater Infrastructure Subcommittee, Mon, April 30, 6:00 pm, 2001 University, Au Coquelet (no purchase necessary) Agenda: Draft stormwater resolution http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Community_Environmental_Advisory_Commission/
- Public Works Commission Paving Subcommittee, 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm, 1947 Center St, Elm Conf Room, 4th Floor https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Public_Works_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Tax the Rich rally – Mon, April 30, 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm top of Solano in front of closed Oaks Theater,
- Berkeley City Council, Tues, May 1, 6:00 pm – 11:00 pm, 2134 MLK Jr Way, City Council Chambers, Agenda: 1. Extend Winter Shelter to May 31, 18. Investment report Oct1-Dec 31, 2017, 19. City Contracts20. Continue banking with Wells Fargo thru 2020, 21. Recommendation from Disaster and Fire Safety Commission Fire and Health Departments to Participate in Urban Shield and UASI trainings – anticipate referral to Urban Shield subcommittee, 22. Microbond Blockchain Initiative, 23. SB 1227, 24. Grant increase mental health services 25. Referral to Planning allow 4 Temporary Zoning Amendments to increase student housing, 26 a&b Emergency Outdoor Shelter for the Homeless https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2018/05_May/City_Council__05-01-2018_-_Regular_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
- Break Up With Your Bank Day https://www.facebook.com/events/340983616426872/
- Board of Library Trustees, Wed, May 2, 6:30 pm, 1901 Russell St, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library, Agenda: High-speed broadband contract https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
- Commission on Disability, Wed, May 2, 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: scent free policy, accessibility at Alta Bates, visitability, sidewalk repair and bikes, representation on DRC, ADU ordinance, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Disability_Homepage.aspx
- Human Welfare & Community Action Commission, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: action items strategic plan, RFP community agency, East Bay Community Law Center, discussion homeless policy, closure Alta Bates, anti-displacement, loans low-income residents, parking, police charter initiative https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Human_Welfare_and_Community_Action_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Planning Commission – meeting cancelled
- LATE ENTRY Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board IRA/AGA Registration, Thur, May 3, 5:30 pm , 2001 Center St, Law Library 2nd Floor
- Cannabis Commission, Wed, May 3, 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm, 2180 Milvia St, 6th Floor, Agenda: no agenda posted, check before going http://www.cityofberkeley.info/MedicalCannabis/
- Housing Advisory Commission (HAC), Wed, May 3, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Community Agency RFP -blockgrant distribution, changes & reporting, Small sites Loan Program, U1, Housing Retention program, workplan, packet 57 pages http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Housing_Advisory_Commission/
- Landmarks Preservation Commission (LPC), Wed, May 3, 7:00 pm – 11:30 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda:
- 2580 Bancroft Way – Fred Turner Building Structural Alteration review/discussion
- 2277 Shattuck Ave – Hezlett’s Silk Store Building exterior alterations
- Civic Center Park – consideration memorial plaque http://www.cityofberkeley.info/landmarkspreservationcommission/
- Public Works Commission, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 1326 Allston Way, Willow Room, City of Berkeley Corporation Yard, Agenda: Street Rehab Plan, Ashby Interchange Project https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Public_Works_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- LATE ENTRY Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board - Landlord 101 Seminar, Fri, May 4, 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm, 2125 Milvia, http://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/event?oeidk=a07ef0r8kna2be8cc4e&llr=7zis6zuab
- Cinco De Mayo – Special Event, Fri, May 4, 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm, Frances Albrier Community Center, San Pablo Park
- Youth Spirit Artworks Tiny House Village and Community Arts Space, Sat, May 5, 2:00 pm – 3:15pm, 2403 San Pablo, Ave. for more information text 510.282.0396 or email [email protected]
- Relax, no meetings or events found, but much can change during the week
When notices of meetings are found that are posted after Friday 5:00 pm they are added to the website schedule
and preceded by LATE ENTRY
Week April 22 - April 29, 2018
Worth Noting - A lot going on this week
City Council May 1 meeting available for comments, [email protected] Agenda: 18. Investment report Oct1-Dec 31, 2017, 20. Continue banking with Wells Fargo thru 2020, 21. Recommendation from Disaster and Fire Safety Commission Fire and Health Departments to Participate in Urban Shield and UASI trainings – anticipate referral to Urban Shield subcommittee, 22. Microbond Blockchain Initiative, 25. Referral to Planning allow 4 Temporary Zoning Amendments to increase student housing, 26 a&b Emergency Outdoor Shelter for the Homeless
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2018/05_May/City_Council__05-01-2018_-_Regular_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
Sunday, April 22, 2018
Friday, April 27, 2018
Worth Noting - A lot going on this week
- Sunday the Berkeley Tenants Union Convention selects candidate slate for the November Rent Board elections.
- Monday Assembly District 15 Candidate forum. Sponsored by Contra Costa League of Women Voters at San Pablo Public Library in San Pablo. This is getting critical. There are 12 candidates anything could happen and we need the best 2 elected in the CA June primary to go to the November election.
- Tuesday and Thursday City Council meetings
- regular meeting 6:00 pm Tuesday council chambers
- special meeting 6:00 pm Thursday on encampments (homeless camps) and sidewalk policies (at Longfellow Middle School).
- Wednesday Police Review Commission votes on charter amendment written by the PRC Reform subcommittee
- Sunday April 29 BPA-BCA endorsement meeting for City Auditor and Council Districts 1,4,7,8
City Council May 1 meeting available for comments, [email protected] Agenda: 18. Investment report Oct1-Dec 31, 2017, 20. Continue banking with Wells Fargo thru 2020, 21. Recommendation from Disaster and Fire Safety Commission Fire and Health Departments to Participate in Urban Shield and UASI trainings – anticipate referral to Urban Shield subcommittee, 22. Microbond Blockchain Initiative, 25. Referral to Planning allow 4 Temporary Zoning Amendments to increase student housing, 26 a&b Emergency Outdoor Shelter for the Homeless
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2018/05_May/City_Council__05-01-2018_-_Regular_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
Sunday, April 22, 2018
- Berkeley Tenants Union Convention, Sun, April 22, 12:45 pm – 4:30 pm, 2727 Milvia, Sports Basement. Agenda: candidate forum to select slate of five candidates to fill the Berkeley Rent Board vacancies in the November election. Berkeley’s Rent Stabilization Board serves landlords and tenants and plays a vital role in ensuring fair rent prices and living conditions. https://www.facebook.com/events/201725380588950/
- Berkeley Earth Day – The Wild & Scenic FilmFest, Sun, April 22, 10:00 am – 6:00 pm, 2150 Allston, David Brower Center (free event) http://berkeleyearthday.org/
- City Council Closed Session – Mon, April 23, 4:00, 2180 Milvia, Cypress Room, Agenda: Labor negotiations https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2018/04_Apr/City_Council__04-23-2018_-_Special_Closed_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
- Assembly District 15 Candidate Forum, Mon, April 23, 6:00 pm, 13751 San Pablo Ave, San Pablo, San Pablo Public Library, sponsored by Contra Costa League of Women Voters
- Rent Stabilization Board, Budget &Personnel subcommittee, Mon, April 23, 5:15 pm, 2001 Center Street, Law Library 2nd Floor, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
- Children, Youth and Recreation Commission, Mon, April 23, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 2800 Park St, Frances Albrier Community Center at San Pablo Park
- https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Children_Youth_and_Recreation_Commission/
- Zero Waste Commission, Mon, April 23, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Zero_Waste_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Tax the Rich rally – Mon, April 23, 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm top of Solano in front of closed Oaks Theater,
- City Council, Tue, April 24, 2134 MLK Jr Way, Council Chambers
- 4:00 pm Closed Session: Negotiations BUSD 1231 Addison,
- 5:00 pm Work Session: Berkeley Microbond, Blockchain Initiative
- 6:00 pm Regular Council Meeting: Agenda: 31. Allocation Federal Funds, 32. Block Grants, 33. Carbon Free energy, 34. Single use foodware, 36. GoBerkeley Transportation 37. Youth Spirit Artwork Tiny House project, 38 a.& b. Achieving Fair and Impartial Policing, 39. Information – Rapid Rehousing report https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2018/04_Apr/City_Council__04-24-2018_-_Regular_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
- Housing Advisory Commission U1 Expenditures Subcommittee, Tue, April 24, 6:00 pm, 2000 University, Au Coquelet, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Housing_Advisory_Commission/
- LATE ENTRY - City/UC/Student Relations Committee, Wed, April 25, 3:30 PM to 5:00 PM 2650 Haste Street, Berkeley, CA 94704 Wada Hall, Room L08 (lower level) Agenda: Student Faculty Housing Efforts https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/City/UC/Student_Relations_Committee.aspx
- Civic Arts Commission, Wed, April 25, 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: hazardous materials west of train tracks, 5 yr plan, microgrid, residency requirements, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CivicArtsCommissionHomepage/
- Disaster and Fire Safety Commission, Wed, April 25, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 997 Cedar St, Fire Department Training Center https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Disaster_and_Fire_Safety_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Energy Commission, Wed, April 25, 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: microgrid, East Bay Community Energy (EBCE), EV, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Energy_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Police Review Commission, Wed, April 25, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: 9. Recommendation from Commission Reform Subcommittee Discussion & action on draft. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- PRC PROPOSED CHARTER AMENDMENT https://www.cityofberkeley.info/uploadedFiles/Police_Review_Commission/Commissions/2018/Charter%20Amendment%20Police%20Commission%20-%20passed%20by%20Subcomm%204-19-18%20(003).pdf
- Regular meeting of Commission on the Status of Women is 4th Wednesday 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm, however, no meeting/agenda is posted - 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, check link or call Shannon Allen secretary 981-7071 before going http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_the_Status_of_Women_Homepage.aspx
- LATE ENTRY Loan Administration Board , Thursday, April 26, 6:00 pm, Better Homes and Garden, 2095 Rose St. Suite 100, Agenda: Discussion and Action, Media Center, Anton Salon
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Loan_Admin_Board.aspx - City Council Ad Hoc Subcommittee on Urban Shield, Thur, April 26, 12:30 – 2:30 pm, Cypress Rm 1st Floor, Members: Arreguin, Davila, Hahn, Maio, Agenda: Proposed Worthington letter on Urban Shield, Community Preparedness, recommendation on NCRIC – Northern, CA Regional Intelligence Center
- City Council Special Session – Proposed Policies on Sidewalks and Encampments, Thur, April 26, 6:00 pm, 1500 Derby, Longfellow Middle School, Agenda: sitting, lying, dogs, objects on sidewalks, encampment response policy https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2018/04_Apr/City_Council__04-26-2018_-_Special_Meeting_Agenda.asp
- Community Health Commission, Thur, April 26, 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 2939 Ellis St. South Berkeley Senior Center, no agenda posted as of 4-20-2018 https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Community_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Mental Health Commission, Thur, April 26, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Mental_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Zoning Adjustments Board, Thur, April 26, 7:00 pm – 11:30 pm, 2134 MLK Jr. Way, City Council Chambers, staff recommending approval of all projects
- 2350 Prospect – construct 3-story 6-bedroom GLA – (group living accommodation) on vacant lot
- 3028 Regent - convert a 2-story care-facility to a duplex reducing number of bedrooms from 16 to 11
- 2921 Otis – raise rear yard dwelling unit by 3 feet to add 1-bedroom dwelling in basement
- 1506 Bonita – raise duplex by 8’-10’ adding 2 ground floor dwellings, increasing units on parcel from 6 to 8 and bedrooms from 6 to 12.
- 3100 San Pablo – addendum to outpatient center final, 43,000 sq ft office space, 6000 sq ft R&D
Friday, April 27, 2018
- No meetings found
- Indivisible Berkeley Healthcare Forum, Sat, April 28, 11:00 am – 3:00 pm, 2650 Durant, All Purpose Room, Residence Halls Unit 1 https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/event/healthcare-forum
- BPA-BCA – City Council Districts 1,4,7,8 and City Auditor - Candidate Endorsement Meeting, Sunday April 29, (registration 1:30 pm) 2:00 pm – 5:30 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center. All invited, only members vote for endorsements. http://berkeleycitizensaction.org/
- Indivisible East Bay, Sun, April 29, 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm, 2727 Milvia, Sports Basement, All member meeting https://indivisibleeb.org/upcoming-events/
Week April 15 - April 22, 2018
Worth Noting:
City Council April 24 meeting agenda available for comment. [email protected] 31. Allocation Federal Funds, 32. Block Grants, 33. Carbon Free energy, 34. Single use foodware, 36. GoBerkeley Transportation 37. Youth Spirit Artwork Tiny House project, 38 a.& b. Achieving Fair and Impartial Policing, 39. Information – Rapid Rehousing report
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2018/04_Apr/City_Council__04-24-2018_-_Regular_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
Sunday, April 15, 2018
Monday, April 16, 2018
No City meetings or demonstrations found
Worth Noting:
- The charter for the Police Review Commission (PRC) is 40 years old and in need of significant updating which can only be done through ballot initiative. Berkeley Community United for Police Oversight is gathering signatures for their proposal. The Police Review Commission Reform Subcommittee is preparing an alternate proposal which also addresses the current Police Review Commission weaknesses. The PRC alternative is targeted to be completed this coming week by the reform subcommittee in time for a full PRC Commission vote on April 25.
- The Transportation Commission meeting on Thursday will be taking action on new signage at Berkeley City limits. Proposed language: “Welcome to Berkeley” “LOVE LIFE” “Sanctuary City” “Ohlone Territory”
- The Landmarks Preservation Commission designated/landmarked the Campanile Way View as a significant element on April 5. On Thursday April 19 the Design Review Committee will be reviewing the preliminary design for the proposed 18-story 274 unit building at the Walgreen’s site corner of Shattuck and Allston which blocks about 50% of the view. As of Nov 28, 2017, Berkeley (construction completed or in progress) has overbuilt market rate/luxury priced units by 405 and underbuilt all levels of affordable housing units by 1335 units.
City Council April 24 meeting agenda available for comment. [email protected] 31. Allocation Federal Funds, 32. Block Grants, 33. Carbon Free energy, 34. Single use foodware, 36. GoBerkeley Transportation 37. Youth Spirit Artwork Tiny House project, 38 a.& b. Achieving Fair and Impartial Policing, 39. Information – Rapid Rehousing report
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2018/04_Apr/City_Council__04-24-2018_-_Regular_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
Sunday, April 15, 2018
- NO! to U.S. Wars march and rally, end Wars at Home & Abroad,
- 11:00 am – Gather Lake Merritt Amphitheater
- 11:30 am - rally Lake Merritt
- 12:30 pm – march from Lake Merritt Amphitheater to Oscar Grant Plaza
- 1:30 pm – rally at Oscar Grant Plaza
Monday, April 16, 2018
- Civic Arts Commission Public Art Subcommittee, 9:00 am – 10:00 am, 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Conf Room, http://www.cityofberkeley.info/CivicArtsCommissionHomepage/
- Police Review Commission (PRC) – Commission Reform Subcommittee, Mon, April 16, 9:30 am – 12:30 pm, 1947 Center St, Civic Center Annex Building, Chestnut Room 2nd Floor https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- City Council Agenda Committee, Mon, April 16, 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm, 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Conf Room, Agenda: 18. Pilot project to dispense zoning code to build student housing, 20. Investment report Oct1-Dec 31, 2017, 22. Continue banking with Wells Fargo thru 2020, 23. Recommendation from Disaster and Fire Safety Commission Fire and Health Departments to Participate in Urban Shield and UASI trainings, 24 a.&b. Emergency Homeless Shelter, 25. Berkeley Microbond Blockchain Initiative – Pilot Project https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Agenda_Committee__2018_Index.aspx
- Tax the Rich rally – Mon, April 16, 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm top of Solano in front of closed Oaks Theater, RAIN CANCELS
- Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board, Mon, April 16, 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm, 2134 MLK Jr. Way, City Council Chambers http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
- Commission on Labor – Subcommittee Homeless Youth Policy, Mon, April 16, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Labor_Homepage.aspx
- Homeless Commission – Youth Policy Subcommittee, Mon, April 16, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Homeless_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Public Works Commission-Paving Subcommittee, Mon, April 16, 1:30 pm – 3:00 pm, 1947 Center St, 4th Floor http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Public_Works_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Field Users Meeting, Tue, April 17, 8:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 2800 Park Street, Frances Albrier Community Center, Tom Bates Regional Sports Complex https://www.cityofberkeley.info/uploadedFiles/Parks_Rec_Waterfront/Level_3__-General/Meeting%20Notice%20-%204-17-18.pdf
- Commission on Aging, 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Commission liaisons https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Aging_Homepage.aspx
- Planning Commission, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: 1050 Parker Street rezone, Adeline Corridor Project Update http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Police Review Commission (PRC) – Commission Reform Subcommittee, Thur, April 19, Check start time & room location before going – 9, 9:30 or 10 am, 1947 Center St, Civic Center Annex Building, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Design Review Committee, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center
- 2190 Shattuck Ave – 18 Story mixed use – Walgreen site corner Shattuck & Allston – intrudes into landmarked as significant element Campanile Way View
- 2028 Bancroft Way/2025 Durant, relocate existing 3-story residential building, construct 6 story-62 foot 37 unit residential building, 2 units in existing parking area http://www.cityofberkeley.info/designreview/
- Fair Campaign Practices Commission, 7:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, http://www.cityofberkeley.info/FCPC/
- Transportation Commission, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: welcome to Berkeley signs http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Transportation_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Police Review Commission (PRC) – Commission Reform Subcommittee, Mon, April 20, Check start time – 9, 9:30 or 10 am 1947 Center St, Civic Center Annex Building, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Berkeley Earth Day Shoreline Cleanup, Sat, April 21, 9:00 am – 11:30 am, Shorebird Park Nature Center
No City meetings or demonstrations found
Week April 8 - April 15, 2018
City Council is on spring recess. Next Council meeting April 24, 2018.
Worth Noting
- The proposed agenda for April 24 City Council meeting deserves review and is posted with Monday’s Agenda Committee. For comment email: [email protected]
- The Police Review Commission, Homeless Commission and Parks and Waterfront Commission all meet Wednesday evening at the same time.
- The Loan Administration Board (loans to local Berkeley small businesses) meets Thursday.
- The Zoning Adjustment Board on Thursday lists 3 projects within the Hillside overlay.
- Holocaust Remembrance Day, Sun, April 8, 11:30 am – 2:00 pm, 2121 Allston Way, The Magnes Collection of Jewish Art and Life, Honoring Hana Berger Moran, Distinguished Suvivor with Joel Ben-Izzy https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=15433
- Indivisible Berkeley General Assembly, Sun, April 8, 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm, 1970 Chestnut St, Finnish Hall, General Assembly meeting, https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/calendar
- City Council Agenda Committee, Mon, April 9, 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm, 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Conf Room, Agenda: 26. Tiny House Project, 32. & 33. Block grant allocations, 34.a.&b. U1 funds for 1011 University complex, Housing Advisory Commission voted for moving City Council Chambers to 1011 University, 36. Deep Green Initiative, 38. GoBerkeley Transportation, 40. Disaster preparedness multi-family housing, 35 & 41. PRC recommendations to achieve Fair and Impartial policing recommendations packet pages 148-149 , Packet 264 pages https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Agenda_Committee__2018_Index.aspx
- 3x3 Committee – 3 Council Members, 3 Berkeley Housing Authority (BHA) members, Mon, April 9, 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm, 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: HAP shortfall, small sites RFP, Damage claim program, Section 8 Landlord tax exemption
- Police Review Commission (PRC) – Commission Reform Subcommittee, Mon, April 9, 10:00 am, 1947 Center St, Civic Center Annex Building, Western Sycamore, First Floor https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Youth Commission, Mon, April 9, 6:30 pm, 1730 Oregon St, Martin Luther King Jr. Youth Services Center, Agenda: DACA, Homeless Youth https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Youth_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Tax the Rich rally – Mon, April 9, 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm top of Solano in front of closed Oaks Theater, rain cancels
- Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board – Budget and Personnel Subcommittee, Tue, April 10, 5:30 pm, 2001 Center St, Law Library, 2nd Floor, Agenda: Staffing Model, Budget, Mental Health Training https://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
- Homeless Commission, Wed, April 11, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: RFI (Request for Information) homeless storage, flexible housing subsidies https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Homeless_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Parks and Waterfront Commission, Wed, April 11, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 2800 Park St, Frances Albrier Community Center, Agenda: Presentation – Citywide irrigation system upgrade, revisions Marina Ordinance, Proposed fee increases, Capital Improvement and T1, Information – Viability Urban Ferry , Green space as control of flood plains, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Parks_and_Waterfront_Commission.aspx
- Police Review Commission (PRC), Wed, April 11, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center Agenda: Lexipol (software program) policies, Process for requesting information, public records request, chaplain program, Juneteenth, rape kits http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Community Environmental Advisory Commission, Thur, April 12, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Russell St, South Branch Library, Agenda: Green Development Requirements, Stormwater infrastructure, Plastic Straws, Anti-idling ordinance https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Community_Environmental_Advisory_Commission/
- Loan Administration Board , Thur, April 12, 6:00 pm, 1250 9th Street, The Companion Group, Agenda: RLF portfolio, Berkeley Times, Oakland Grown, New Brochures, CupCaking Bake Shop, East Bay Media Center, Anton Salon https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Loan_Admin_Board.aspx
- Zoning Adjustments Board, Thur, April 12, 7:00 pm – 11:30 pm, 2134 MLK Jr. Way, City Council Chambers, http://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
- 1330 Summit Road – construct new 3950 sq ft, 3-story single family dwelling with 2’ front yard setback when 20’ required, Hillside overylay
- 800 University – establish beer and wine retail sales
- 1609 Eighth St – reconstruct 1012 sq ft single family dwelling with attached garage
- 1436 Campus Dr – construct 4,195 sq ft single family dwelling with ADU, 5 bedrooms total, parking structure front yard, Hillside overlay
- 1446 Fifth St – construct 4 detached, 3-story, 1800 sq ft single family dwellings
- 749 Contra Costa Ave - 618 foot addition to single family dwelling, Hillside overlay
- 1711 & 1713 MLK Jr Way - Increase number of bedrooms from 3 to 15, reduce off street parking from 8 to 2, increase dwelling from 1 to
- Reduced City Services Day – check before going to any City Department that it is open https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Health_Human_Services/Public_Health/Reduced_Service_Days_Office_Closures___.aspx
- March for Science, Sat, April 14, is in Oakland, 11:00 am – 3:00 pm, Lake Merritt Amphitheater & Henry Kaiser Auditorium https://www.marchforsciencesf.com/
- McGee Spaulding Neighbors in Action (District 4) meeting with Kate Harrison 10:00 am – 12:00 noon, 2144 Jefferson, University Terrace Community Room, This is a neighborhood meeting for District 4 residents living within area bounded by MLK Jr. Way, Dwight, Sacramento, and University.
- There has been mention of Tax or anti-war protest on Sun, April 15, however, nothing was found in Facebook or internet search.
Week April 1 - April 8, 2018
The weekly summary is a voluntary civic commitment in the hope that you can be just a little better informed. Local does matter.
Worthy of Attention
City Council spring recess is April 4 – April 23.
The meeting list is also posted on the Sustainable Berkeley Coalition website.
http://www.sustainableberkeleycoalition.com/whats-ahead.html
Sunday, April 1, 2018
The weekly summary is a voluntary civic commitment in the hope that you can be just a little better informed. Local does matter.
Worthy of Attention
- 1900 Fourth Street – the 260 dwelling unit mixed use complex (2 buildings – low income and market rate) at the Shellmound is now submitted under SB35 (50% / 130 units to be for low income affordable housing) on agenda Peace and Justice Commission Monday and Landmarks Preservation Commission (LPC) Thursday. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/uploadedFiles/Planning_and_Development/Level_3_-_ZAB/2018-03-08_APP_%20Applicant%20Statement%20with%20objective%20standards.pdf
- City Council Budget Committee first meeting Tuesday at 11:30 am. This starts a restructuring of the city budget process
- City Council Tuesday evening – public comment on consent items proposed procedure change
- Campanile Way View special 6:30 pm meeting of the LPC on Thursday still needs to be posted
- CA Assembly District 15 candidate forums this week on Thursday and Saturday. The top two will go on the November ballot. With twelve candidates anything can happen – time to pay attention.
City Council spring recess is April 4 – April 23.
The meeting list is also posted on the Sustainable Berkeley Coalition website.
http://www.sustainableberkeleycoalition.com/whats-ahead.html
Sunday, April 1, 2018
- No demonstrations/city meetings found, Easter Sunday, Passover March 30 – April 7
- 4x4 Joint Task Force: Rent Board/City Council, Mon, April 2, 11:00 am, 2180 Milvia, Cyprus Room, 1st Floor, Agenda: Short Term rental ordinance implementation and enforcement, potential changes Rent Stabilization Ordinance, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/4x4_Committee_Homepage.aspx
- Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board – Outreach Subcommittee, Mon, April 2, 5:45 pm, 2001 Center St, Law Library, 2nd Floor, Agenda: viewing “Invisible Students: Homeless at UCB, Limiting rent increases for long term seniors http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
- Civic Arts Commission – BART Plaza Sound Installation Selection Panel, Mon, April 2, 8:30 am – 12:30 pm http://www.cityofberkeley.info/CivicArtsCommissionHomepage/
- LATE ENTRY - Housing Advisory Commission - Moderate Income Housing Subcommittee, Mon, April 2, 2:00 pm – 2180 Milvia, 2nd Floor, Ironwood Room https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Housing_Advisory_Commission/
- Peace and Justice Commission, Mon, April 2, 7:00 pm – 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: initiative on Homelessness and Poverty, Police Oversight, Shellmound development – 1900 Fourth Street https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Peace_and_Justice_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Personnel Board, Mon, April 2, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Personnel_Board_Homepage.aspx
- Police Review Commission – Commission Reform Subcommittee, Mon, April 2, 10:00 am, 1947 Center St, Civic Center Annex Building, Western Sycamore, First Floor http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Tax the Rich rally – Mon, April 2, 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm, top of Solano in front of closed Oaks Theater,
- Berkeley City Council, Tues, April 3, 6:00 pm – 11:00 pm, 2134 MLK Jr Way, City Council Chambers, Agenda: 10. Land Trust Small Sites, 12. Allow private parking vendors to charge adjustable rates, 14. Prohibiting City Contracts to Vendors Acting as Data Brokers, 15. LPC Appeal: 2516-30 Shattuck Ave – University Laundry Building, 16. Balloting Stormwater Fee, 17. Expansion Bike Share Programs, Electric Motor Scooter, Electric Bike Share Programs,18a.&b. Supplemental Paid Family Leave, 19. Change Council procedure rules on consent items, 20. LPC-NOD Structural Alteration 2740-2744 Telegraph email: [email protected] https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2018/04_Apr/City_Council__04-03-2018_-_Regular_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
- City Council Budget Committee, Tues, April 3, 11:30 am – 1:00 pm, 2180 Milvia, 5th Floor, Pepperwood Conference Room, members: Arreguin, Harrison, Hahn, Wengraf, Agenda: First meeting of the Budget Committee. Berkeley is changing to Priority-Based Budgeting. 355 page packet includes substantial review of priority-based budgeting process with examples from other cities. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Budget_Committee/
- Police Review Commission – Boards of Inquiry – Closed Session, 6:30 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Board of Library Trustees, Wed, April 4, 6:30 pm, 1901 Russell St, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library, Agenda: Internet Use Policy, Harwood Public Innovators Lab Grant https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
- Commission on Disability, Wed, April 4, 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Expansion “scent-free” policy, accessibility needs at Alta Bates, Automatic Doors, Bikes on Sidewalks, Sidewalk repair, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Disability_Homepage.aspx
- Planning Commission, Wed, April 4, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, NO AGENDA POSTED – CHECK FOR CANCELLATION BEFORE GOING https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Housing Advisory Commission, Thur, April 5, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: ADU Low Income Pilot Program, Home Share Program, Small Sites Housing Program, Moderate Income Housing, http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Housing_Advisory_Commission/
- Landmarks Preservation Commission, Thur, April 5, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center,
- 6:30 pm – 7:00 pm, Hearing on whether to Landmark the Campanile Way View was scheduled at the March 1 meeting, (posted Monday)
- 7:00 pm – 11:30 pm, Agenda action items: Grant Application, Consider City Parks subcommittee, Review/Discussion: 2580 Bancroft – Fred Turner Building mixed use project, Live Oak Park, 1200 San Pablo demolition of building, 1900 Fourth Street presented as 50% low income affordable housing, http://www.cityofberkeley.info/landmarkspreservationcommission/
- Medical Cannabis Commission, Thur, April 5, 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm, 2180 Milvia St, 6th Floor, Agenda: proposed changes to Cannabis Ordinance https://www.cityofberkeley.info/MedicalCannabis/
- Late Entry Police Review Commission – Commission Reform Subcommittee, Thur, April 5, 10:00 am, 1947 Center St, Civic Center Annex Building, Western Sycamore, First Floor http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Public Works Commission, Thur, April 5, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 1326 Allston Way, Willow Room, City of Berkeley Corporation Yard, Agenda: public input process, Undulating Pavement at University and West Frontage Road, T1 Update, packet includes schedule of hearings and projects https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Public_Works_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Assembly District 15 Candidate Forum, Thur, April 5, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 5714, MLK Jr. Way, OAKLAND, North Oakland Senior Center, Hosted by League of Women Voters Berkeley, Albany, Emeryville, there are now 12 candidates vying for Assembly District 15, Top 2 from June Primary will move to Nov. election https://www.facebook.com/events/1683616831706664/
- Parks and Waterfront Commission Subcommittee on Marina Fiscal Issues, 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm, 201 University, Not posted yet – check before going https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Parks_and_Waterfront_Commission.aspx
- Assembly District 15 Candidate Forum, Sat, April 7, 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm, UC Berkeley – Genetics & Plant Biology Room 100, Hosted by Empathy Tent & BridgeUSA Berkeley,, WDRC, all 12 candidates for Assembly District 15, Top 2 from June Primary will move to Nov. election https://www.facebook.com/events/217324602338605/
- Holocaust Remembrance Day, Sun, April 8, 11:30 am – 2:00 pm, 2121 Allston Way, The Magnes Collection of Jewish Art and Life, Honoring Hana Berger Moran, Distinguished Suvivor with Joel Ben-Izzy https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=15433
- Indivisible Berkeley General Assembly, Sun, April 8, 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm, 1970 Chestnut St, Finnish Hall, General Assembly meeting, https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/calendar
Week March 25 - April 1, 2018
Sunday, March 25, 2018
Sunday, March 25, 2018
- Indivisible East Bay, Sun, March 26, 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm, 2727 Milvia, Sports Basement, Berkeley
- City Council Special Meeting – Closed Session, Mon, March 26, 4:30 pm, 2180 Milvia, Cypress Room, 1st Floor, Agenda: Labor Negotiations, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2018/03_Mar/City_Council__03-26-2018_-_Special_Closed_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
- Children, Youth and Recreation Commission, Mon, March 26, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 2800 Park St, Frances Albrier Community Center at San Pablo Park, Agenda: Work plan, Summer learning loss, Ballot Measure A, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Children_Youth_and_Recreation_Commission/
- Public Works Commission Subcommittees, Mon, March 26, 1947 Center St, 4th Floor, Elm Conf Room,
- Street Paving Planning Subcommittee, 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm, Agenda: 5 year planning report
- Utility Undergrounding Subcommittee, 4:00 pm – 5:30 pm, Agenda: Phase 3 work http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Public_Works_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Zero Waste Commission, Mon, March 26, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Annual reports Ecology Center, Urban Ore, Conservation Center, straws https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Zero_Waste_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Tax the Rich rally – Mon, March 26, 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm top of Solano in front of closed Oaks Theater, rain cancels
- Berkeley City Council, Tues, March 27, 2134 MLK Jr Way, City Council Chambers5:00
- Closed Session 5:00 pm, Agenda: BUSD Chambers (1231 Addison) price and terms negotiations
- Regular Session, 6:00 pm – 11:00 pm, Agenda: -6. Homeless Fund – STAIR Center, 7. Timothy Burroughs Director of Planning, 20. HAC U1 Recommendations, 21. Police Foot Patrol in Downtown, 22.a&b Storage at Premier Cru, 23. Ballot Measures 2018, 24. BACS to Operate Pathways Project, 25. Zoning – R-1A 2nd dwelling unit 27. Police Oversight Ballot Measure. Email: [email protected] https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
- City Council Ad-Hoc Subcommittee on Automatic Door Openers, Tue, March 27, 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm, 2180 Milvia, Redbud Room, 5th Floor, Agenda: revised ordinance, Committee members: Hahn, Worthington, Harrison, Wengraf, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Council_5/Elected_Officials_and_Collections/Ad_Hoc_Subcommittee_on_Automatic_Door_Openers.aspx
- Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board – Long Term Tenants Rights, Tue, March 27, 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm, 1901 Russell, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library Community Room
- http://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/event?oeidk=a07ef0rerqp729aa209&llr=7zis6zuab
- Civic Arts Commission, Wed, March 28, 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Festival Grants, BART Plaza, Romare Bearden, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/uploadedFiles/City_Manager/Level_3_-_Civic_Arts/March%202018%20AGENDA.pdf
- Commission on the Status of Women, Wed, March 28, 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Santa Rita Jail referral, paid family leave https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_the_Status_of_Women_Homepage.aspx
- Disaster and Fire Safety Commission, Wed, March 28, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 997 Cedar St, Fire Department Training Center, Agenda: Action -Prioritizing Fire Safety, Discussion items 5 yr plan disaster preparedness, evacuation warnings, Police Oversight Ballot Measure https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Disaster_and_Fire_Safety_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Energy Commission, Wed, March 28, 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Deep Green initiative, Wind Turbine Report https://www.cityofberkeley.info/uploadedFiles/Planning_and_Development/Level_3_-_Commissions/Commission_for_Energy/EC2018-03-28_Agenda-.pdf
- Mental Health Commission – Fiscal and Accountability Subcommittee, Wed, March 28, 3:00 pm, 2000 University, Au Coquelet, Agenda: Course of Action, tasks http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Mental_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Parks and Waterfront Commission Subcommittee on Off Leash Area, Wed, March 28, 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm, 201 University, Marina Large Conf Room, Agenda: Dog Walker Permit Process https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Parks_and_Waterfront_Commission.aspx
- Police Review Commission, Wed, March 28, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Berkeley Police Dept (BPD) staffing shortage, 1033 program, Chaplain Program, Rape kits, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- City Council Ad-Hoc Subcommittee on Small Businesses, Thur, March 29, only meeting date posted, Time, Location & Agenda not accessible/posted – call secretary Kerry Birnbach 981-7180 for info, committee members: Harrison, Maio, Droste, Hahn https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Council_8/Small_Business_Subcommittee.aspx
- Sophie Hahn – District 5, @ North Berkeley Farmer’s Market, Thur, March 29 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm
- Mental Health Commission, Thur, March 29, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Security Guards, Mental Health Services for the Homeless http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Mental_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Passover begins, Good Friday
- City of Berkeley Spring Egg Hunt 9:30 am – 1:00 pm Willard Swim Center https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=15133
- No demonstrations/city meetings found, Easter Sunday
Week March 18 - March 25, 2018
The list of City Meetings for the upcoming week is heavy, however, a closer look should go to CA Senate Bill 827 sponsored by Nancy Skinner and Scott Wiener. This bill is on the agenda for the Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board on Monday and on Thursday the Wellstone Democratic Renewal Club will have a debate forum with Nancy Skinner.
https://knock-la.com/these-maps-show-how-sb-827-targets-gentrifying-communities-of-color-while-ignoring-the-richest-and-9efe16b9a1ec
Wednesday the Planning Commission holds a public hearing on the density bonus.
Saturday, March 24 is the day of the nation and worldwide marches, March For Our Lives on gun safety. Local marches include Oakland, San Francisco and Richmond. The Oakland March is timed to precede the SF March.
Adeline Corridor Exhibit - Exhibit Schedule The exhibit runs through Friday, March 23rd. It is open to the public weekdays from 8:00am - 6:00pm (exhibit closed on Sundays) evening exhibit hours from 6:00pm - 8:00pm on Tuesday (3/20), Wednesday (3/21),
City Council March 27 Agenda is available for comment, Agenda: Planning for March 27 City Council, Consent -6. Homeless Fund – STAIR Center, 7. Timothy Burroughs Director of Planning, 14. Ballot Measure for Police Oversight, Action - 20. HAC U1 Recommendations, 21. Police Foot Patrol in Downtown, 22.a&b Storage at Premier Cru, 23. Ballot Measures 2018, 24. BACS to Operate Pathways Project, 25. Zoning – R-1A 2nd dwelling unit 27. Police Oversight Ballot Measure. Email: [email protected]
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2018/03_Mar/City_Council__03-27-2018_-_Regular_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
Sunday, March 18, 2018
The list of City Meetings for the upcoming week is heavy, however, a closer look should go to CA Senate Bill 827 sponsored by Nancy Skinner and Scott Wiener. This bill is on the agenda for the Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board on Monday and on Thursday the Wellstone Democratic Renewal Club will have a debate forum with Nancy Skinner.
- Supporters claim SB 827 is a gutsy measure that challenges rich homeowners by overriding local restrictions on development near transit,
- Opponents call SB 827 a lubricant for gentrification and profiteering guarantee for investors ensuring residents and regulations will not get in the way of scooping up cheap land for maximum profit.
https://knock-la.com/these-maps-show-how-sb-827-targets-gentrifying-communities-of-color-while-ignoring-the-richest-and-9efe16b9a1ec
Wednesday the Planning Commission holds a public hearing on the density bonus.
Saturday, March 24 is the day of the nation and worldwide marches, March For Our Lives on gun safety. Local marches include Oakland, San Francisco and Richmond. The Oakland March is timed to precede the SF March.
Adeline Corridor Exhibit - Exhibit Schedule The exhibit runs through Friday, March 23rd. It is open to the public weekdays from 8:00am - 6:00pm (exhibit closed on Sundays) evening exhibit hours from 6:00pm - 8:00pm on Tuesday (3/20), Wednesday (3/21),
City Council March 27 Agenda is available for comment, Agenda: Planning for March 27 City Council, Consent -6. Homeless Fund – STAIR Center, 7. Timothy Burroughs Director of Planning, 14. Ballot Measure for Police Oversight, Action - 20. HAC U1 Recommendations, 21. Police Foot Patrol in Downtown, 22.a&b Storage at Premier Cru, 23. Ballot Measures 2018, 24. BACS to Operate Pathways Project, 25. Zoning – R-1A 2nd dwelling unit 27. Police Oversight Ballot Measure. Email: [email protected]
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2018/03_Mar/City_Council__03-27-2018_-_Regular_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
Sunday, March 18, 2018
- No city meetings or demonstrations found
- Agenda Committee City Council, Mon, March 19, 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm, 2180 Milvia St, 6th Floor Redwood Room, Agenda for April 3 City Council meeting: 8. Council procedure rules remove limit on number of speakers on consent item 11. Land Trust Small Sites, 15. Prohibiting City Contracts to Vendors Acting as Data Brokers, 16. LPC Appeal: 2516-30 Shattuck Ave – University Laundry Building, 17. Stormwater Fee, 19a.&b. Supplemental Paid Family Leave https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Agenda_Committee__2018_Index.aspx
- Berkeley Southside Deep Green Building Subcommittee, Mon, March 19, 7:00 pm, 2702 Fulton St, Cate Leger speaker
- Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board, Mon, March 19, 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm, 2134 MLK Jr. Way, City Council Chambers, Agenda: Bill 827 http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
- Homeless Commission Youth Policy Subcommittee, Mon, March 19, 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Develop homeless youth policy https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Homeless_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Police Review Commission Reform Subcommittee, Mon, March 19, 6:00 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Ballot Measure on Police Oversight https://www.cityofberkeley.info/uploadedFiles/Police_Review_Commission/Commissions/2018/2018-03-19%20Commission%20Reform.agenda.pdf
- Tax the Rich rally – Mon, March 19, daylight savings hours 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm top of Solano in front of closed Oaks Theater,
- Berkeley City Council, Tuesday, 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 2134 MLK Jr Way, City Council Chambers, Work Session Agenda: Mental Health Division Report, Cannabis Regulations and Business Selection Process, Annual Crime Report https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2018/03_Mar/City_Council__03-20-2018_-_Special_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
- HAC Student Housing Subcommittee, Tue, March 20, 8:00 am, 2000 University, Au Coquelet, Agenda: Recommendation to Council to create dedicate student housing stream http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Housing_Advisory_Commission/
- Adeline Corridor – Exhibit, Tue, March 20, evening open hours 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm https://www.cityofberkeley.info/uploadedFiles/Planning_and_Development/Level_3_-_Land_Use_Division/Open%20House%20Postcard_FLYER_030818.pdf
- Animal Care Commission, Wed, March 21, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1 Bolivar Drive, Berkeley Animal Shelter, Agenda: Increase max limit of dogs per walker from 4 to 8 https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Animal_Care_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Commission on Aging, Wed, March 21, 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Presentation – Aging in Place Technology https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Aging_Homepage.aspx
- Commission on Labor, Wed, March 21, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Living Wage, Homeless Youth, Paid Family Leave, Labor Bill of Rights https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Labor_Homepage.aspx
- Human Welfare & Community Action Commission, Wed, March 21, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Berkeley Funded Agency Programs https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Human_Welfare_and_Community_Action_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Planning Commission, Wed, March 21, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: 1050 Parker rezone, Public Hearing Density Bonus, Urban Agriculture https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Adeline Corridor – Exhibit, Wed, March 21, evening open hours 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm https://www.cityofberkeley.info/uploadedFiles/Planning_and_Development/Level_3_-_Land_Use_Division/Open%20House%20Postcard_FLYER_030818.pdf
- Community Health Commission, Thur, March 22, 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm, 2939 Ellis St. South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda not posted https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Community_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Parks and Waterfront Commission, Thur, March 22, 11:00 pm – 12:00 pm, 201 University Ave, Marina Office Small Conf. Room, Agenda: Creating Urban Pollinator Habitat http://www.cityofberkeley.info/opengovermentcommission
- Zoning Adjustments Board, Thur, March 22, 7:00 pm – 11:30 pm, 2134 MLK Jr. Way, City Council Chambers
- 2118 Channing Way – eliminate 4 parking spaces and expand 2 ground floor units
- 917 Camelia St – PG&E demolish vacant single family residence
- 1640 Ninth St – construct 2nd single family dwelling on parcel, 2-story
- 2439 Tenth St – expand height and length of dormers
- 1034 Channing Way – raise 2-story duplex by 15” and move 2”, replace foundation
- 2119 Eighth St – construct 3-story single family dwelling at rear of parcel to be 2nd dwelling https://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
- Wellstone Democratic Renewal Club, Thur, March 22, potluck dinner 6:00 pm, meeting 6:45 pm – 9:00 pm, 390 27th Street, Humanist Hall, Nancy Skinner SB 827 – forum with Kate Harrison, Margaretta Lin http://wellstoneclub.org/event/wdrc-club-meeting-for-march-2018/
- Film “Invisible Students: Homeless at UC Berkeley” free screening, Thur, March, 22, 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm, Eshelman Hall, top floor, 2457 Bancroft Way,
- Cheryl Davila – District 2, Open Office Hours, Fri, March 23, 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm, 2056 San Pablo Ave, Café V “ElPatio”
- March For Our Lives, Sat, March 24,
- Oakland – Rally 10:00 am – 1:00 pm, Frank Ogawa Plaza (rally scheduled to precede march in SF)
- San Francisco – Rally 1:00 pm – 2:45 pm at Civic Center followed with March
- Richmond – Rally 11:00 am – 2:00 pm, 1300 Nevin Ave, Richmond
- Petition https://marchforourlivespetition.com/
- Upgrade and Renovation Live Oak Park Community Center, Sat, March 24, 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm, 1301 Shattuck Ave @ Berryman
- Indivisible East Bay, Sun, March 26, 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm, 2727 Milvia, Sports Basement, Berkeley
Week March 11 - March 18, 2018
There is a heavy list of city meetings for the upcoming week with most meetings earning only a quick scan. The meetings of importance where public input is needed are:
Sunday, March 11, 2018 – Daylight Savings Time – Spring Forward
Berkeley City Council, Tues, March 13, 2134 MLK Jr Way, City Council Chambers
There is a heavy list of city meetings for the upcoming week with most meetings earning only a quick scan. The meetings of importance where public input is needed are:
- City Council Tuesday evening 6:00 pm
- Design Review Committee Thursday evening 7:00 pm
- Webinar Tuesday noon on preservation/treatment of Historic Buildings 12:00 noon, FYI -contract restricts webinar viewing to single site, (webinar login from home not allowed)
- Urban Shield Subcommittee Wednesday afternoon 3:00 pm
- Police Review Commission Wednesday evening 7:00 pm
Sunday, March 11, 2018 – Daylight Savings Time – Spring Forward
- Indivisible Berkeley General Assembly, Sun, March 11, 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm, doors open at 7:00 pm, 1970 Chestnut St, Finnish Hall, General Assembly meeting, https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/event/ga-mar11-2018
- Agenda Committee City Council, Mon, March 12, 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm, 2180 Milvia St, 6th Floor Redwood Room, Agenda: Planning for March 27 City Council, Consent -3. Homeless Fund – STAIR Center, 4. Timothy Burroughs Director of Planning, 14. Ballot Measure for Police Oversight, Action - 18. HAC U1 Recommendations, 21. BACS to Operate Pathways Project, Zoning – R-1A 2nd dwelling unit file:///Users/hank/Downloads/2018-03-12%20Agenda%20Committee%20Packet.pdf
- Berkeley City Council, Mon, March 12, Closed Session 4:30 pm, 2180 Milvia, Cypress Room, 1st Floor, Agenda: Labor Negotiations Berkeley Fire Fighters and Police https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
- Civic Arts Commission, Mon, March 12, 8:30 am – 1:30 pm, 2180 Milvia St, 6th Floor Redwood Room, BART Plaza Sound Installation Selection Panel, Public Art http://www.cityofberkeley.info/CivicArtsCommissionHomepage/
- Youth Commission, Mon, March 12, 6:30 pm, 1730 Oregon St, Martin Luther King Jr. Youth Services Center https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Youth_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Tax the Rich rally – Monday, March 12, - daylight savings time hours 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm top of Solano in front of closed Oaks Theater, Rain cancels – small possibility of rain
- Adeline Corridor – Exhibit, Mon, March 12, evening open hours 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/uploadedFiles/Planning_and_Development/Level_3_-_Land_Use_Division/Open%20House%20Postcard_FLYER_030818.pdf
Berkeley City Council, Tues, March 13, 2134 MLK Jr Way, City Council Chambers
- Closed Session: 4:30 pm, Agenda: Significant Exposure to Litigation
- Regular Session, 6:00 pm – 11:00 pm, Agenda
- 19. Police Foot Patrol in Downtown (on consent)
- 25. ZAB Appeal 2212 Tenth St
- 26. The PRC has made recommendations to respond to the Police Equity Report which showed racial bias – The Police Review Commission (PRC) recommends: adding data analyst, recording use of force, tracking by individual officer, implementation of body cameras, .
- 27. Surveillance Technology and Community Safety has 3 versions: a. by the Police Review Commission (PRC) with counter proposal b. by the City Manager and c. by Mayor Arreguin – all inclusive of a. plus expansion to include reporting any data breeches, whistleblower protections, review of possible unintended sharing of data collected.
- 28. Strengthening Significant Community Benefits needs support as Berkeley history shows over and over promised benefits offered by projects to gain community support often fall to the cutting room floor when it comes to actually building the project. Likely to be postponed.
- 29. Supplemental Paid Family Leave a. Commissions on Labor & Status of Women – add job protection, financial resources, b. City Manager – refer for prioritization process – cost $945,485
- 30. Storage for unhoused persons at Premier Cru a. Homeless Commission - provide storage, b. City Manager – decline storage
- 31. BRIDGE Affordable housing project has a $15 million funding shortfall. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
- Landmarks Preservation Commission, Tues, March 13, 12:00 pm – 1:30 pm, 1947 Center St, Camphor Room 2nd Floor, Agenda: CA Preservation Foundation (CPF) Webinar broadcast, Secretary of Interior Standards for Treatment Historic Properties http://www.cityofberkeley.info/landmarkspreservationcommission/
- Ad Hoc subcommittee on Urban Shield, Wed, March 14, 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm, 2180 Milvia, Cypress Room, 1st Floor, Members: Arreguin, Davila, Harrison, Wengraf, Agenda: Presentation BPD Terrorism Liason Officer, BPD participation in NCRIC https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Urban_Shield_Subcommittee.aspx
- Homeless Commission, Wed, March 14, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Pathways Project, Storage Personal items http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Homeless_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Parks and Waterfront Commission, Wed, March 14, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 2800 Park St, Frances Albrier Community Center, Agenda: annual waiver berth fees for non-profits, off leash area – Cesar Chavez Park, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Parks_and_Waterfront_Commission.aspx
- Police Review Commission, Wed, March 14, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: PRC structure, BPD staffing shortage, enrollment of 1033 https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Design Review Committee, Thur, March 15, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center
- 2028 Bancroft Way / 2025 Durant Ave – relocate 3-story residential building to 1940 Haste St, construct 6-story 37-unit residential building (including 2 BMR) 2025 Durant convert parking area into 2-units
- 2190 Shattuck Ave, 18-story mixed use at Walgreen’s site, 274 residential units, 103 parking spaces, building will obstruct view into the Bay including GG Bridge from Campanile Way https://www.cityofberkeley.info/designreview/
- Fair Campaign Practices Commission, Thur, March 15, 7:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Public Financing matching funds Kate Harrison, Alfred Twu https://www.cityofberkeley.info/FCPC/
- Medical Cannabis Commission, Thur, March 15, 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm, 2180 Milvia St, 6th Floor, Agenda: cannabis ordinance changes http://www.cityofberkeley.info/MedicalCannabis/
- Open Government Commission, Thur, March 15, 7:30 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center http://www.cityofberkeley.info/opengovermentcommission/
- Sugar-Sweetened Beverage Product Panel of Experts, Thur, March 15, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Sugar-Sweetened_Beverage_Product_Panel_of_Experts.aspx
- Transportation Commission, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center https://www.cityofberkeley.info/uploadedFiles/Public_Works/Commissions/Commission_for_Transportation/2018-03-15%20Agenda.pdf
- Adeline Corridor – Exhibit, Thur, March 15, evening open hours 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/uploadedFiles/Planning_and_Development/Level_3_-_Land_Use_Division/Open%20House%20Postcard_FLYER_030818.pdf
- Adeline Corridor – Economic Opportunity, Fri, March 16, 10:30 am – 12:00 pm, Ed Roberts Campus, Link is flyer for Adeline Corridor Events
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/uploadedFiles/Planning_and_Development/Level_3_-_Land_Use_Division/Open%20House%20Postcard_FLYER_030818.pdf
- Adeline Corridor – Exhibit and Programs at Ed Roberts Campus
Affordable Housing and Community Benefits, Sat, March 17, 10:00 am – 11:30 am, Ed Roberts Campus
Redesigning the Right-of-Way to Improve Mobility, Safety, and Public Spaces, Sat, March 17, 12:00 pm – 1:30 pm, Ed Roberts Campus
- No demonstrations found - Adeline Corridor exhibit – closed on Sunday
Week March 4 - March 11, 2018
The March 13 City Council meeting includes items of contention that were left unsettled and rescheduled. Comments emailed early have the best chance of being read.
email: [email protected]
Significant Community Benefits on Buildings over 75 feet is available for comment I Berkeley Considers.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/City_Manager/Press_Releases/2018/2018-03-01_Give_Input_on_“Significant_Community_Benefit”_packages_for_downtown_buildings_over_75_feet.aspx
Sunday, 4, 2018
Friday, 9, 2018
The March 13 City Council meeting includes items of contention that were left unsettled and rescheduled. Comments emailed early have the best chance of being read.
- Surveillance Technology and Community Safety has 3 versions: a. by the Police Review Commission (PRC) with counter proposal b. by the City Manager and c. by Mayor Arreguin.
- The PRC has made recommendations to respond to the Police Equity Report which showed racial bias.
- BRIDGE Affordable housing project has a $15 million funding shortfall.
- Strengthening Significant Community Benefits needs support as Berkeley history shows over and over promised benefits offered by projects to gain to widespread community support fall to the cutting room floor when it comes to actually building a project.
email: [email protected]
Significant Community Benefits on Buildings over 75 feet is available for comment I Berkeley Considers.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/City_Manager/Press_Releases/2018/2018-03-01_Give_Input_on_“Significant_Community_Benefit”_packages_for_downtown_buildings_over_75_feet.aspx
Sunday, 4, 2018
- Legislative Action Training, Sun, March 4, 10:00 am – 3:00 pm, 2530 San Pablo Ave, #1, Sierra Club Chapter Office, Berkeley, RSVP https://350bayarea.org/event/legislative-action-training
- Ad Hoc Committee on Community Benefits, Mon, March 5, 11:00 am – 12:30 pm, 2180 Milvia, Redwood Room, 6th Floor, agenda: continuing discussion strengthening community benefits, Committee members: Arreguin, Harrison, Droste, Worthington https://www.cityofberkeley.info/uploadedFiles/Mayor/Level_3__-General/Community%20Benefits%20Agenda%2003-05.18.pdf
- Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board – Outreach Committee, Mon, March 5, 5:45 pm, 2001 Center Street Law Library, 2nd Floor, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/uploadedFiles/Rent_Stabilization_Board/Level_3_-_General/18%20March%205_Outreach%20Agenda.pdf
- Peace and Justice Commission, Mon, March 5, 7:00 pm – 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: resolution on ending homelessness https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Peace_and_Justice_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Personnel Board, Mon, March 5, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Extension Temporary Animal Services Assistant https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Personnel_Board_Homepage.aspx
- Tax the Rich rally – Mon, March 5, 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm top of Solano in front of closed Oaks Theater, rain cancels. This is the last Monday with winter hours 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm. Beginning March 12, Tax the Rich resumes daylight savings time 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm.
- Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board – Workshop for Landlords on Evictions, Tue, March 6, 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm, 2090 Kittredge, 3rd Floor, Berkeley Central Library http://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/event?oeidk=a07ef0uvnuf604bc17f&llr=7zis6zuab
- Board of Library Trustees, Wed, March 7, 6:30 pm, 1901 Russell St, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library, Agenda: Library Internet Use Policy https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/sites/default/files/files/inline/2018_03_07_bolt_agenda_packet_v3.pdf
- Commission on Disability, Wed, March 7, 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Disability_Homepage.aspx
- Planning Commission – meeting canceled
- Community Environmental Advisory Commission, Thur, March 8, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Russell St, South Branch Library, agenda not posted https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Community_Environmental_Advisory_Commission/
- Parks and Waterfront Commission – Subcommittee Off Leash Area – Cesar Chavez Park, Thur, March 8, 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm, 201 University Ave, Marina Conference Room, Agenda: rules procedures commercial dog walkers https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Parks_and_Waterfront_Commission.aspx
- 1711 & 1713 MLK Jr Way conversion commercial space to residential, increase bedrooms from 3 to 15 continue to April 12
- 642 Arlington – enlarge existing single family dwelling
- 2028 Bancroft Way – relocate existing 2-story residential building to 1940 Haste, construct 6-story, 62 foot 37 unit residential building, advisory comments
- 2236 Channing Way – convert medical offices, lounge, laundry area and parking into 3 new dwelling units in 5-story mixed use building, new total 22 dwelling units
- 1740 San Pablo Ave – demolish 2 1-story buildings, construct 5-story mixed use, 48 dwelling units, 3 live/work, 1 800 sq ft quick serve restaurant, 53 parking spaces
- 1499 University Ave – add roof-top deck to 39 room hotel.
Friday, 9, 2018
- Berkeley City reduced service day
- Free Showing Film “Tomoorow” Creative solutions to climate change, Sat, March 10, 10:00 am – 1:00 pm, doors open 9:30 am, 10890 San Pablo Ave, El Cerrito City Hall http://www.sunflower-alliance.org/tomorrow-film-showcases-creative-solutions-mar-10/
- Anita Hill, Barbara Lee & Elihu Harris Lecture Series, Sat, March 10, 7:00 pm, 1001 Broadway, Oakland, Oakland Mariott City Center https://www.facebook.com/lajonesmedia/photos/gm.191429128111038/10155675154514331/?type=3&theater
- Indivisible Berkeley General Assembly, Sun, March 11, 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm, doors open at 7:00 pm, 1970 Chestnut St, Finnish Hall, General Assembly meeting, https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/event/ga-mar11-2018
Week February 25 - March 4, 2018
Busy week ahead for Berkeley City Meetings and Climate forums. Tuesday is City Council. Wednesday is the busiest night for activists.
Written comment is accepted until April 26, 2018 to Oppose the EPA Proposed Repeal of Clean Power Plan,. The San Francisco EPA “Listening” Session on Wed, Feb 28, can be live streamed. It is too late to register to attend. The 3 “listening” sessions start at 8:30 am and end at 7:30 pm.
https://www.epa.gov/stationary-sources-air-pollution/forms/san-francisco-listening-session-repealing-clean-power-plan
2018 is a critical election year and 3 groups/organizations are actively working now to oust Republicans from Congressional Districts. These groups are registering voters and canvasing on issues in Republican held districts.
The meeting list is also posted on the Sustainable Berkeley Coalition website.
http://www.sustainableberkeleycoalition.com/whats-ahead.html
Sunday, February 25, 2018
Adeline Corridor Development – Sun, Feb 25, 12:30 pm, 2108 Russell St @ Lorina, Church By the Side of the Road, Education Room, all welcome,
Indivisible East Bay All Member Meeting, Sun, Feb 25, 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm, 2727 Milvia, Sports Basement,
https://indivisibleeb.org/upcoming-events/
Monday, February 26, 2018
City Council, Mon, Feb 26, 4:00 pm, 2180 Milvia, Cypress Room, Agenda: closed session – labor negotiators – Fire Fighters, Berkeley Police Association, IBEW, Local 1245, Service Workers
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2018/02_Feb/City_Council__02-26-2018_-_Special_Closed_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board, Mon, Feb 26, 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm, 2134 MLK Jr. Way, City Council Chambers
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Rent_Stabilization_Board/Home/Agenda__RSB_2018_Feb_26.aspx
Children, Youth and Recreation Commission, Mon, Feb 26, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 2800 Park St, Frances Albrier Community Center at San Pablo Park
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Children_Youth_and_Recreation_Commission/
Zero Waste Commission, Mon, Feb 26, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Zero_Waste_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Tax the Rich rally – Mon, Feb 26, winter hours 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm, Rain Cancels, top of Solano in front of closed Oaks Theater,
Tuesday, February 27, 2018
Berkeley City Council, Tues, Feb 27, 2134 MLK Jr Way, City Council Chambers
Community Environmental Advisory Commission - Subcommittee - Citywide Green Development, Tues, Feb 27, 7:00 pm, 2000 University, Au Coquelet Restaurant
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Community_Environmental_Advisory_Commission/
Wednesday, February 28, 2018
Civic Arts Commission, Wed, Feb 28, 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/CivicArtsCommissionHomepage/
Commission on the Status of Women, Wed, Feb 28, 6:45 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: speaker BPD Chief Greenwood, Santa Rita Jail referral https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_the_Status_of_Women_Homepage.aspx
Disaster and Fire Safety Commission, Wed, Feb 28, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 997 Cedar St, Fire Department Training Center, Agenda: 6. Recommendation Urban Shield participation
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/uploadedFiles/Fire/Commissions/Commission_for_Disaster_and_Fire_Safety/REVISED%20DFSC%20Agenda%2017-02-28.pdf
Energy Commission, Wed, Feb 28, 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: 5. EB Community Energy, 7. Deep Green Building, 8. EV Charging, 9. Model Solar Ordinance
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Energy_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Police Review Commission, Wed, Feb 28, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: subcommittee reports discussion & action – Homeless encampment, MOU with Dept Homeland Security/US ICE
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Maximizing Influence for Safer Climate, Wed, Feb 28, 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm, Ed Roberts Campus, 3075 Adeline, citizen action, strategies on major polluters, climate solutions
https://350bayarea.org/event/eyes-ca-maximizing-influence-safer-climate
Thursday, March 1, 2018
Housing Advisory Commission, Thur, March 1, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Housing_Advisory_Commission/
Landmarks Preservation Commission, Thur, March 1, 7:00 pm – 11:30 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center,
Berkeley Lawn Site to be continued
Medical Cannabis Commission, Thur, March 1, 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm, 2180 Milvia St, 6th Floor,
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/MedicalCannabis/
Friday, March 2, 2018
No city meetings or demonstrations found
Saturday, March 3, 2018
No city meetings or demonstrations found
Sunday, March 4, 2018
Legislative Action Training, Sun, March 4, 10:00 am – 3:00 pm, 2530 San Pablo Ave, #1, Sierra Club Chapter Office, Berkeley, RSVP
https://350bayarea.org/event/legislative-action-training
Busy week ahead for Berkeley City Meetings and Climate forums. Tuesday is City Council. Wednesday is the busiest night for activists.
- Urban Shield participation is on the agenda at the Disaster and Fire Safety Commission.
- Linda Maio is speaking at the Wednesday Safer Climate Forum.
- Police Review Commission is discussing subcommittee recommendations and taking action on MOU (memorandum of understanding) with Homeland Security/US ICE and Homeless Encampments.
Written comment is accepted until April 26, 2018 to Oppose the EPA Proposed Repeal of Clean Power Plan,. The San Francisco EPA “Listening” Session on Wed, Feb 28, can be live streamed. It is too late to register to attend. The 3 “listening” sessions start at 8:30 am and end at 7:30 pm.
https://www.epa.gov/stationary-sources-air-pollution/forms/san-francisco-listening-session-repealing-clean-power-plan
2018 is a critical election year and 3 groups/organizations are actively working now to oust Republicans from Congressional Districts. These groups are registering voters and canvasing on issues in Republican held districts.
- Indivisible Berkeley lhttps://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/actions
- Indivisible East Bay https://indivisibleeb.org/
- Wellstone Democratic Club http://wellstoneclub.org/
The meeting list is also posted on the Sustainable Berkeley Coalition website.
http://www.sustainableberkeleycoalition.com/whats-ahead.html
Sunday, February 25, 2018
Adeline Corridor Development – Sun, Feb 25, 12:30 pm, 2108 Russell St @ Lorina, Church By the Side of the Road, Education Room, all welcome,
Indivisible East Bay All Member Meeting, Sun, Feb 25, 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm, 2727 Milvia, Sports Basement,
https://indivisibleeb.org/upcoming-events/
Monday, February 26, 2018
City Council, Mon, Feb 26, 4:00 pm, 2180 Milvia, Cypress Room, Agenda: closed session – labor negotiators – Fire Fighters, Berkeley Police Association, IBEW, Local 1245, Service Workers
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2018/02_Feb/City_Council__02-26-2018_-_Special_Closed_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board, Mon, Feb 26, 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm, 2134 MLK Jr. Way, City Council Chambers
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Rent_Stabilization_Board/Home/Agenda__RSB_2018_Feb_26.aspx
Children, Youth and Recreation Commission, Mon, Feb 26, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 2800 Park St, Frances Albrier Community Center at San Pablo Park
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Children_Youth_and_Recreation_Commission/
Zero Waste Commission, Mon, Feb 26, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Zero_Waste_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Tax the Rich rally – Mon, Feb 26, winter hours 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm, Rain Cancels, top of Solano in front of closed Oaks Theater,
Tuesday, February 27, 2018
Berkeley City Council, Tues, Feb 27, 2134 MLK Jr Way, City Council Chambers
- 5:00 pm Closed Session, Agenda: Director of Planning and Development
- 6:00 pm Regular Session, Agenda: 17. ZAB Appeal – 739 Channing Way, 20. U1 – 15% anti-displacement, 85% to maintain and increase supply of permanently affordable housing, 21. 2018 Ballot measures, 22 a.&b.Wildland Urban Interface Fire Safety and Education, 23. Utility Undergrounding
Community Environmental Advisory Commission - Subcommittee - Citywide Green Development, Tues, Feb 27, 7:00 pm, 2000 University, Au Coquelet Restaurant
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Community_Environmental_Advisory_Commission/
Wednesday, February 28, 2018
Civic Arts Commission, Wed, Feb 28, 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/CivicArtsCommissionHomepage/
Commission on the Status of Women, Wed, Feb 28, 6:45 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: speaker BPD Chief Greenwood, Santa Rita Jail referral https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_the_Status_of_Women_Homepage.aspx
Disaster and Fire Safety Commission, Wed, Feb 28, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 997 Cedar St, Fire Department Training Center, Agenda: 6. Recommendation Urban Shield participation
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/uploadedFiles/Fire/Commissions/Commission_for_Disaster_and_Fire_Safety/REVISED%20DFSC%20Agenda%2017-02-28.pdf
Energy Commission, Wed, Feb 28, 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: 5. EB Community Energy, 7. Deep Green Building, 8. EV Charging, 9. Model Solar Ordinance
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Energy_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Police Review Commission, Wed, Feb 28, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: subcommittee reports discussion & action – Homeless encampment, MOU with Dept Homeland Security/US ICE
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Maximizing Influence for Safer Climate, Wed, Feb 28, 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm, Ed Roberts Campus, 3075 Adeline, citizen action, strategies on major polluters, climate solutions
https://350bayarea.org/event/eyes-ca-maximizing-influence-safer-climate
Thursday, March 1, 2018
Housing Advisory Commission, Thur, March 1, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Housing_Advisory_Commission/
Landmarks Preservation Commission, Thur, March 1, 7:00 pm – 11:30 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center,
Berkeley Lawn Site to be continued
- 2901 Benvenue Ave – Thomas & Louise Hicks House – Landmark or Structure of Merit
- Certified Local Grant Application
- 2580 Bancroft – Fred Turner Building – proposed alteration
- 1110 University – Demolition referral
- 2301 Bancroft - Campanile Way – special meeting, date not yet determined
Medical Cannabis Commission, Thur, March 1, 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm, 2180 Milvia St, 6th Floor,
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/MedicalCannabis/
Friday, March 2, 2018
No city meetings or demonstrations found
Saturday, March 3, 2018
No city meetings or demonstrations found
Sunday, March 4, 2018
Legislative Action Training, Sun, March 4, 10:00 am – 3:00 pm, 2530 San Pablo Ave, #1, Sierra Club Chapter Office, Berkeley, RSVP
https://350bayarea.org/event/legislative-action-training
Week February 18 - February 25, 2018
Feb 21 Deadline to register for the Feb 28 EPA hearing to repeal the clean power plan, There are three hearings on Feb 28 morning, afternoon and early evening. https://350bayarea.org/event/oppose-clean-power-plan-repeal
City Council Agenda for February 27 available for comment. Curbside EV charging, 739 Channing appeal, U1, Ballot measures, Wildlife Urban Fire Safety and Education, undergrounding utility wires,
Email [email protected]
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2018/02_Feb/City_Council__02-27-2018_-_Regular_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
Indivisible Berkeley list of actions you can do from home, https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/actions
Sunday, February 18, 2018
No announced meetings or demonstrations
Monday, February 19, 2018 – President’s Day holiday
Feb 21 Deadline to register for the Feb 28 EPA hearing to repeal the clean power plan, There are three hearings on Feb 28 morning, afternoon and early evening. https://350bayarea.org/event/oppose-clean-power-plan-repeal
City Council Agenda for February 27 available for comment. Curbside EV charging, 739 Channing appeal, U1, Ballot measures, Wildlife Urban Fire Safety and Education, undergrounding utility wires,
Email [email protected]
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2018/02_Feb/City_Council__02-27-2018_-_Regular_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
Indivisible Berkeley list of actions you can do from home, https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/actions
Sunday, February 18, 2018
No announced meetings or demonstrations
Monday, February 19, 2018 – President’s Day holiday
- Public Works Commission – Watershed Management Plan Subcommittee, Mon, Feb 19, 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm, 1930 MLK Jr. Way, Café Nostos,, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/uploadedFiles/Public_Works/Commissions/Commission_for_Public_Works/Watershed%20subcommittee%20agenda%202_19_18.pdf
- Tax the Rich Rally, Mon, Feb 19, 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm, top of Solano in front of closed Oaks Theater
- Berkeley City Council - Worksession, Tues, Feb 20, 2134 MLK Jr Way, City Council Chambers, Agenda: Ballot measure survey, Council Disaster training, Undergrounding utility wires. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2018/02_Feb/City_Council__02-20-2018_-_Special_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
- Human Welfare & Community Action Commission, Wed, Feb 21, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Funded Agency Financial reports, BAORP, Community Gardening, Free Clinic, Homeless Policy, Alta Bateshttps://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Human_Welfare_and_Community_Action_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Planning Commission, Wed, Feb 21, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Cannabis Ordinance Regulations, Local Density Bonushttps://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Animal Care Commission, Wed, Feb 21, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1 Bolivar Drive, Berkeley Animal Shelter, no meeting notice or agenda, normal schedule every 3rd Wedhttps://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Animal_Care_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Commission on Aging, Wed, Feb 21, 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm, no meeting notice or agenda, normal schedule every 3rd Wedhttp://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Aging_Homepage.aspx
- Community Health Commission, Thur, Feb 22, 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm, 2939 Ellis St. South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Smoke-free Multi-unit Housing Ordinance, Cannabis and impacts, Ban BPA receiptshttps://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Community_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Mental Health Commission, Thur, Feb 22, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: HOTT (Homeless Outreach Treatment Team), Mental Health Service for Homeless,http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Mental_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Zoning Adjustments Board, Thur, Feb 22, 7:00 pm – 11:30 pm, 2134 MLK Jr. Way, City Council Chambers, staff recommend approve for all projects http://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
- 840 Page – add 3rd story, increase bedrooms from 5 to 7, non-conforming to residential density
- 2740-2744 Telegraph – enlarge hotel by 4 rooms to 40, 22 parking spaces
- 1626 Tenth Street – construct detached 2-story dwelling with 2-bedrooms, increase bedrooms on parcel from 4-6,
- 2009 Addison – demolish 1-story commercial, construct 7-story, mixed use Berkeley Rep floors 3-5 rent-free dwellings (45)
- Black History Celebration (All ages) Thur, Feb 22, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm, Frances Albrier Community Center – San Pablo Park https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=15126
- Wellstone Democratic Club, Thur, Feb 22, 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 390 27th St., Humanist Hall, potluck followed with meeting at 6:45 pm, agenda Alameda County DA candidates, Nancy O’Malley, Pamela Price http://wellstoneclub.org/event/club-meeting-for-february-2018/
- No city meetings found, no announced demonstrations
- Children’s Trust lawsuit on Climate Change, Sat, Feb 24, 3:00 – 4:30 pm, 1901 Russell, South Berkeley Tarea Hall Library, meet-up to support 21 youth http://www.sunflower-alliance.org/support-youth-suing-government-on-climate-feb-24/
- Indivisible East Bay – all member meeting, Sun, Feb, 25, 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm, 2727 Milvia, Sports Basement, https://indivisibleeb.org/upcoming-events/
Week February 11 - February 18, 2018
As usual, the list of City meetings is long and packed, however, there are four meetings that deserve special attention: City Council Regular Session on Tuesday evening scheduled for 6:00 pm (5:00 pm closed session may run over), Significant Community Benefits Tuesday morning 9:30 am, Urban Shield Wednesday afternoon 2:30 pm and Design Review Committee on Thursday evening 7:00 pm.
Tuesday evening Berkeley City Council items 11, 32, 38, 39 all relate to the homeless – the fence on Adeline, porta potties, homeless encampment, storage at Premier Cru. Take aways from the forum on Homelessness, 0.83% of Berkeley population is homeless, 75% homeless are from the area, there is a direct relationship between the increasing homeless population and rent increases, 97% of homeless want to be in housing. Reality check, Stonefire at University and Milvia listed prices for 2 Bed – 2 Bath are $6360 - $6720. Estimates of the number of vacant/unrented apartments in Berkeley is 1000 -3000 – true number is unknown.
Indivisible Berkeley list of actions you can do from home, https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/actions
Sunday, February 11, 2018
As usual, the list of City meetings is long and packed, however, there are four meetings that deserve special attention: City Council Regular Session on Tuesday evening scheduled for 6:00 pm (5:00 pm closed session may run over), Significant Community Benefits Tuesday morning 9:30 am, Urban Shield Wednesday afternoon 2:30 pm and Design Review Committee on Thursday evening 7:00 pm.
Tuesday evening Berkeley City Council items 11, 32, 38, 39 all relate to the homeless – the fence on Adeline, porta potties, homeless encampment, storage at Premier Cru. Take aways from the forum on Homelessness, 0.83% of Berkeley population is homeless, 75% homeless are from the area, there is a direct relationship between the increasing homeless population and rent increases, 97% of homeless want to be in housing. Reality check, Stonefire at University and Milvia listed prices for 2 Bed – 2 Bath are $6360 - $6720. Estimates of the number of vacant/unrented apartments in Berkeley is 1000 -3000 – true number is unknown.
Indivisible Berkeley list of actions you can do from home, https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/actions
Sunday, February 11, 2018
- Candidate Forum CA Assembly District 15, Alameda County DA, 2:00 pm – 5:30 pm, 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center, everyone welcome to hear candidates, only members of BTU, BPA, BCA will vote for endorsement.
- Indivisible Berkeley General Assembly, Sunday, Feb 11, 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm, 1970 Chestnut St, Finnish Hall, General Assembly meeting
- No City meetings
- Tax the Rich rally – Monday, Feb 12, winter hours 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm top of Solano in front of closed Oaks Theater,
- Ad Hoc Subcommittee on Community Benefits, Tue, Feb 8, 9:30 am – 11:00 am, 2134 MLK Jr Way – Council Chambers, Continued discussion/action on strengthening Significant Community Benefits https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Mayor/Home/Ad-Hoc_Subcommittee_on_Downtown_Community_Benefits_Item.aspx
- Agenda Committee Meeting, Tue, Feb 13, 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm, 2180 Milvia, Redwood Conf Room 6th floor, Agenda: Plan for Feb 27 Council meeting, partial list, restrict number of vehicles a single owner can park, guidelines NIXIE alerts, 739 Channing Appeal, Wildland Urban Interface recommendations from Disaster Fire and Safety Commission – counter by City Manager, Undergrounding Utilities, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Agenda_Committee__2018_Index.aspx
- Berkeley City Council, Tues, Feb 6, 2134 MLK Jr Way, City Council Chambers,
- 5:00 pm Closed Session Litigation Gray v. City of Berkeley
- 6:00 pm Regular Session Agenda: Berkeley City Council February 13, 11. remove fence around Here There, 29. Fund Reserves, 30. Residential parking perits 31. Significant Community Benefits, 32.a&b. Porta Potties, 33. Tax rate for cannabis 35. Stormwater Ballot initiative 36. a&b Paid Family leave, 37. U1 funds, 38 a.&b. Homeless Encampment, 39. a.&b. Premier Cru storage for homeless, 43. Information space for Berkeley Food Network Email comments to: [email protected] https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2018/02_Feb/City_Council__02-06-2018_-_Special_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
- Ad Hoc Subcommittee on Urban Shield. Wed, Feb 14, 2:30 pm, 2180 Milvia, Cypress Room, 1st Floor, Subcommittee members: Arreguin, Davila, Harrison, Wengraf https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Urban_Shield_Subcommittee.aspx
- Homeless Commission, Wed, Feb 14, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: sidewalk and encampment policy https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Homeless_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Parks and Waterfront Commission, Wed, Feb 14, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 2800 Park St, Frances Albrier Community Center, Agenda: Park Hours – no public use 10 pm – 6 am https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Parks_and_Waterfront_Commission.aspx
- Police Review Commission, Wed, Feb 14, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Special Van use, 1033 program, BPD accountability, use of force, Lexipol policy http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Design Review Committee, Thur, Feb 15, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center http://www.cityofberkeley.info/designreview/
- 2190 Shattuck Ave –Walgreen’s site - 18 Story hi-rise will block 75% of view of Golden Gate Bridge from Campanile Way, construct 18 story, 274 residential units, 103 parking spaces, Discussion with Majority Recommendations
- 1200 San Pablo – demolish single story non-residential building and construct 6-story, 70 foot mixed use 57 dwelling, 44 parking spaces, 52 bicycles
- Fair Campaign Practices Commission, Thur, Feb 15, 7:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: matching funds, complaint alleging BERA violation committee Hahn for Council http://www.cityofberkeley.info/FCPC/
- Open Government Commission, Thur, Feb 15, 7:30 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Amending Commissioners Manual submission revised or supplemental material, reports - revolving door lobbying subcommittee http://www.cityofberkeley.info/opengovermentcommission/
- Mental Health Commission – Subcommittee meetings, Thur, Feb 15
- 1:00 pm Fiscal and Program Accountability, 2000 University, Au Coquelet,
- 5:30 pm, Annual Report, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Mental_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Sugar-Sweetened Beverage Product Panel of Experts, Thur, Feb 15, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Sugar-Sweetened_Beverage_Product_Panel_of_Experts.aspx
- Transportation Commission, Thur, Feb 15, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Gilman I-80 interchange, traffic calming, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Transportation_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- No City meetings
- Animal Care Commission, Sat, Feb 17, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1 Bolivar Drive, Berkeley Animal Shelter https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Animal_Care_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Landmarks Preservation Commission – Policies and Procedures Subcommittee, Sat, Feb 17, 3:00 pm – 4:30 pm, 1947 Center St, 2nd Floor, Camphor Conference Room, http://www.cityofberkeley.info/landmarkspreservationcommission/
- No announced meetings or demonstrations
Week February 4 - February 11, 2018
Berkeley City Council February 13, regular meeting is available for comment, 11. remove fence around Here There, 29. Fund Reserves 31. Significant Community Benefits moved to Feb 13, 32.a&b. Porta Potties, 33. Tax rate for cannabis 35. Stormwater Ballot initiative 36. a&b Paid Family leave, 37. U1, 38 a.&b. Homeless Encampment, 39. a.&b. Premier Cru storage for homeless, 43. Information space for Berkeley Food Network
Email comments to: [email protected]
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2018/02_Feb/City_Council__02-13-2018_-_Regular_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
Indivisible Berkeley list of actions you can do from home, https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/actions
Sunday, February 4, 2018
Berkeley City Council, Tues, Feb 6, 6:00 pm – 11:00 pm, 2134 MLK Jr Way, City Council Chambers,
Agenda: Land Use Appeals
Wednesday, February 7, 2018
Berkeley City Council February 13, regular meeting is available for comment, 11. remove fence around Here There, 29. Fund Reserves 31. Significant Community Benefits moved to Feb 13, 32.a&b. Porta Potties, 33. Tax rate for cannabis 35. Stormwater Ballot initiative 36. a&b Paid Family leave, 37. U1, 38 a.&b. Homeless Encampment, 39. a.&b. Premier Cru storage for homeless, 43. Information space for Berkeley Food Network
Email comments to: [email protected]
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2018/02_Feb/City_Council__02-13-2018_-_Regular_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
Indivisible Berkeley list of actions you can do from home, https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/actions
Sunday, February 4, 2018
- Tiny House Living Festival, Sunday, 10:00 am – 5:00 pm, 4501 Pleasanton Ave, Pleasanton, Alameda County Fair Grounds. This is not a free event, entrance, $14, Seniors $12, under 12 free, free parking http://www.tinyhouselivingfestival.com/locations/pleasanton-ca-2018/
- City/UC/Student Relations Committee, 2465 Bancroft Way, Eshleman Hall, ASUC Senate Chamber, 5th Floor, Agenda: amendments to Group Living, Proposed Landmark of Campanile Way View, Council committee members, Harrison, Wengraf, Worthington, Droste, Arreguin https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/City_UC_Student_Relations_Committee__February_5_2018.aspx
- Community Forum on Homelessness, Mon, Feb 5, 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Moderator-Kate Harrison, Sophie Hahn – Pathways Project, City-Staff-Homelessness Program, Public Works – sidewalks maintenance. RSVP [email protected]
- Tax the Rich rally – Monday, Feb 5, winter hours 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm top of Solano in front of closed Oaks Theater, Feb 5 is Transit Equity Day, http://www.labor4sustainability.org/transit-equity-day/
- Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board – Outreach Committee, 5:30 pm, 2001 Center St, 2nd Floor Law Library, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
- Peace and Justice Commission, Mon, Feb 5, 7:00 pm – 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Homelessness, Emergency Outdoor Shelters, Surveillance Policy, UN reports, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Peace_and_Justice_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Personnel Board, Mon, Feb 5, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Personnel_Board_Homepage.aspx
Berkeley City Council, Tues, Feb 6, 6:00 pm – 11:00 pm, 2134 MLK Jr Way, City Council Chambers,
Agenda: Land Use Appeals
- 1446 Fifth Street
- 2334 Jefferson
- 1436 Campus Drive
Wednesday, February 7, 2018
- Board of Library Trustees, Wed, Feb 7, 6:30 pm, 1901 Russell St, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library, Agenda: One Workplace, service maintenance contract
- https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
- Commission on Disability, Wed, Feb 7, 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Dr. Karen Nakamura on Universal Design, Automatic Door Openers, Sidewalks, Representation on Design Review Committee https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Disability_Homepage.aspx
- Mental Health Commission-Bylaws Subcommittee, Wed, Feb 7, 6:00 pm 1939 Addison, East Bay Media Center http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Mental_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Planning Commission, Wed, Feb 7, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Student Housing initiative, 8:30 pm - 1050 Parker rezone, Cannabis Zoning regulations http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx
- Ad Hoc Subcommittee on Community Benefits, Thur, Feb 8, 10:00 am – 11:30 am, location and agenda to be announced https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Mayor/Home/Ad-Hoc_Subcommittee_on_Downtown_Community_Benefits_Item.aspx
- Community Environmental Advisory Commission, Thur, Feb 8, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Russell St, South Branch Library, Agenda: Citywide green development requirements, stormwater infrastructure, BPA receipts, plastic straws http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Community_Environmental_Advisory_Commission/
- Zoning Adjustments Board, Thur, Feb 8, 7:00 pm – 11:30 pm, 2134 MLK Jr. Way, City Council Chambers http://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
- 2609 Shattuck & 2110 Parker St – full service restaurant – on consent
- 2257 Glen Ave – demolish 1707 single family home, creek restoration, new 2082 single family home with 5’ front setback instead of 20 and 0’ west side setback instead of 5’-on consent
- 2024 Shattuck – add alcohol service – on consent
- 2367 Telegraph – establish entertainment use in basement level – staff recommend approve
- 1200 San Pablo – demolish1-story structure, construct 6-story mixed use, density bonus, 57 dwelling units, 44 parking spaces, advisory comments
- African American History Celebration, Fri, Feb 9, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm, 1730 Oregon
- Berkeley City Reduced Service Day, Fri, Feb 9
- McGee-Spaulding Neighbors in Action Meeting, Sat, Feb 10, 9:45 am – 12:00 pm, University Terrace Community Room
- Candidate Forum CA Assembly District 15, Alameda County DA, 2:00 pm – 5:30 pm, 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center, everyone welcome to hear candidates, only members of BTU, BPA, BCA will vote for endorsement.
- Indivisible Berkeley General Assembly, Sunday, Feb 11, 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm, 1970 Chestnut St, Finnish Hall, General Assembly meeting
Week January 28 - February 4, 2018
Two key meetings are:
Comment Deadline Jan 30, Community Choice Energy under attack again, fax (best) or email, details in link https://350bayarea.org/event/stand-up-for-cce-by-jan-30th
Indivisible East Bay offers an excellent summary of pending State and National legislation and events https://indivisibleeb.org/upcoming-events/
Indivisible Berkeley list of actions you can do from home, https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/actions
Sunday, January 28, 2018
Sunday, Jan 28 Events in Support of Undocumented Immigrants
Council Subcommittee on Homelessness, Mon, Jan. 29, 11:00 am – 1:00 pm, 2180 Milvia, Redwood Conf Room 6th floor, Agenda: CBO Plan to address Homelessness, encampment and sidewalk policy, vehicle camping policy
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/uploadedFiles/Mayor/Level_2_-_Department_Master_and_Collections/Ad-Hoc%20Subcommittee%20on%20Homelessness%201-29-18.pdf
Agenda Committee Meeting, Mon, Jan. 29, 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm, 2180 Milvia, Redwood Conf Room 6th floor, Agenda: Plan for February 13, Regular City Council meeting, remove fence around Here There, 29. Significant Community Benefits, 30.a&b. Porta Potties, 31.Energy Program, 34a.&b. 35. U1, 36 a.&b. Homeless Encampment, 37. a.&b. Premier Cru storage for homeless,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Agenda_Committee__2018_Index.aspx
Tax the Rich rally – Mon, Jan 29, winter hours 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm top of Solano in front of closed Oaks Theater,
Tuesday, January 30, 2018
City Council – Subcommittee on Significant Community Benefits, Tues, Jan 30, 10:00 am – 11:30 pm, 2180 Milvia, Cypress Conf Room, 1st Floor, Agenda: Strengthening Provisions of Significant Community Benefits and process
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/uploadedFiles/Mayor/Level_2_-_Department_Master_and_Collections/Community%20Benefits%20Item%20Subcommittee%201-30-18.pdf
Berkeley City Council – Regular Meeting, Tues, Jan 30, 6:00 pm – 11:30 pm, 2134 MLK Jr Way, City Council Chambers, Agenda: Surveillance Technology Aa Ab first action item after consent.7. Fire Safety and Prevention, item 9. Revenue stream for housing homeless and low-income students, 10. Berkeley Way Housing update, item 11. Endorse 2018 Affordable Housing State Ballot Initiative, item 14. Adopt resolution “Premier Cru” property 1001, 1007, 1011 University, 1925 Ninth St purchased to develop affordable housing, direct and refer to City Manager to outline full development potential of site and report back by June 12, 2018
Wednesday, January 31, 2018
Le Conte Neighborhood Association, Wed, Jan 31, 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 2905 Shattuck Ave, Art House, Agenda: Jesse Arreguin and Sophie Hahn presentation on homelessness and Pathways Project, Mobile crisis Team, Renaming LeConte School, Ford GoBike
Thursday, February 1, 2018
Housing Advisory Commission, Thur, Feb 1, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Action Plan, Student Housing, Supply of Multifamily Housing, Home Share Program, First in Time
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Housing_Advisory_Commission/
Landmarks Preservation Commission, Thur, Feb 1, 7:00 pm – 11:30 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center,
Medical Cannabis Commission, Thur, Feb 1, 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm, 2180 Milvia St, 6th Floor, Agenda: proposed changes to cannabis ordinance
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/MedicalCannabis/
Public Works Commission, Thur, Feb 1, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 1326 Allston Way, Willow Room, City of Berkeley Corporation Yard, Agenda: Election, Work Plan, Storm Drain, Paving, T-1, Utility Undergrounding,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Public_Works_Commission_Homepage.aspx
The Pathways Project lead by Sophie Hahn, Thur, Feb 1, 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 941 The Alameda Berkeley, Northbrae Community Church, presentation to cover demographics of homelessness, overview Pathways Project on homelessness
Friday, February 2, 2018
Tiny House Living Festival, Friday, Saturday, 10:00 am – 8:00 pm, 4501 Pleasanton Ave, Pleasanton, Alameda County Fair Grounds. This is not a free event, entrance, $14, Seniors $12, under 12 free, free parking
http://www.tinyhouselivingfestival.com/locations/pleasanton-ca-2018/
Saturday, February 3, 2018
Keep Alta Bates Medical Center in Berkeley – Community Forum, Sat. Feb. 3, 11:00 am – 1:00 pm, Ed Roberts Campus, 3075 Adeline St, Pizza will be served please RSVP to [email protected] Sutter Health intends to close Alta Bates as soon as 2019
Tiny House Living Festival, Friday, Saturday, 10:00 am – 8:00 pm, 4501 Pleasanton Ave, Pleasanton, Alameda County Fair Grounds. This is not a free event, entrance, $14, Seniors $12, under 12 free, free parking
http://www.tinyhouselivingfestival.com/locations/pleasanton-ca-2018/
Sunday, February 4, 2018
Tiny House Living Festival, Sunday, 10:00 am – 5:00 pm, 4501 Pleasanton Ave, Pleasanton, Alameda County Fair Grounds. This is not a free event, entrance, $14, Seniors $12, under 12 free, free parking
http://www.tinyhouselivingfestival.com/locations/pleasanton-ca-2018/
Two key meetings are:
- City Council Tuesday Evening – surveillance technology RESULTS - Mayor Arreguin introduced counter proposal hours before council meeting, vote postponed until March 13
- Landmarks Preservation Commission Thursday – Campanile Way, landmark hearing. RESULTS - FEIR certified
Comment Deadline Jan 30, Community Choice Energy under attack again, fax (best) or email, details in link https://350bayarea.org/event/stand-up-for-cce-by-jan-30th
Indivisible East Bay offers an excellent summary of pending State and National legislation and events https://indivisibleeb.org/upcoming-events/
Indivisible Berkeley list of actions you can do from home, https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/actions
Sunday, January 28, 2018
Sunday, Jan 28 Events in Support of Undocumented Immigrants
- Support Immigrants @ West County Jail, Ashkenaz: 2:30 pm, 1317 San Pablo
- East Bay Sanctuary Coalition, 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm, 860 San Pablo Ave, Ivy Room, Albany
Council Subcommittee on Homelessness, Mon, Jan. 29, 11:00 am – 1:00 pm, 2180 Milvia, Redwood Conf Room 6th floor, Agenda: CBO Plan to address Homelessness, encampment and sidewalk policy, vehicle camping policy
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/uploadedFiles/Mayor/Level_2_-_Department_Master_and_Collections/Ad-Hoc%20Subcommittee%20on%20Homelessness%201-29-18.pdf
Agenda Committee Meeting, Mon, Jan. 29, 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm, 2180 Milvia, Redwood Conf Room 6th floor, Agenda: Plan for February 13, Regular City Council meeting, remove fence around Here There, 29. Significant Community Benefits, 30.a&b. Porta Potties, 31.Energy Program, 34a.&b. 35. U1, 36 a.&b. Homeless Encampment, 37. a.&b. Premier Cru storage for homeless,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Agenda_Committee__2018_Index.aspx
Tax the Rich rally – Mon, Jan 29, winter hours 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm top of Solano in front of closed Oaks Theater,
Tuesday, January 30, 2018
City Council – Subcommittee on Significant Community Benefits, Tues, Jan 30, 10:00 am – 11:30 pm, 2180 Milvia, Cypress Conf Room, 1st Floor, Agenda: Strengthening Provisions of Significant Community Benefits and process
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/uploadedFiles/Mayor/Level_2_-_Department_Master_and_Collections/Community%20Benefits%20Item%20Subcommittee%201-30-18.pdf
Berkeley City Council – Regular Meeting, Tues, Jan 30, 6:00 pm – 11:30 pm, 2134 MLK Jr Way, City Council Chambers, Agenda: Surveillance Technology Aa Ab first action item after consent.7. Fire Safety and Prevention, item 9. Revenue stream for housing homeless and low-income students, 10. Berkeley Way Housing update, item 11. Endorse 2018 Affordable Housing State Ballot Initiative, item 14. Adopt resolution “Premier Cru” property 1001, 1007, 1011 University, 1925 Ninth St purchased to develop affordable housing, direct and refer to City Manager to outline full development potential of site and report back by June 12, 2018
Wednesday, January 31, 2018
Le Conte Neighborhood Association, Wed, Jan 31, 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 2905 Shattuck Ave, Art House, Agenda: Jesse Arreguin and Sophie Hahn presentation on homelessness and Pathways Project, Mobile crisis Team, Renaming LeConte School, Ford GoBike
Thursday, February 1, 2018
Housing Advisory Commission, Thur, Feb 1, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Action Plan, Student Housing, Supply of Multifamily Housing, Home Share Program, First in Time
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Housing_Advisory_Commission/
Landmarks Preservation Commission, Thur, Feb 1, 7:00 pm – 11:30 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center,
- Campanile Way – potential landmark, continued hearing - VOTE postponed
- 2910-12 Telegraph Ave – Structural Alteration and renovation of landmarked Yazdi Building, Mills Act Contract
- 2151 Shattuck – The Wright Block Building, new signage
- 2500 Shattuck – The George A. Mattern / Berkeley Bank Building, landmark application
- 2580 Bancroft Way – Structural alteration of the Fred Turner Building to construct new mixed use 122 units with 11,000 sq ft ground floor retail, 39 parking spaces - discussion
- 601 Ashby Ave – consideration for landmarking - discussion
Medical Cannabis Commission, Thur, Feb 1, 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm, 2180 Milvia St, 6th Floor, Agenda: proposed changes to cannabis ordinance
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/MedicalCannabis/
Public Works Commission, Thur, Feb 1, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 1326 Allston Way, Willow Room, City of Berkeley Corporation Yard, Agenda: Election, Work Plan, Storm Drain, Paving, T-1, Utility Undergrounding,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Public_Works_Commission_Homepage.aspx
The Pathways Project lead by Sophie Hahn, Thur, Feb 1, 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 941 The Alameda Berkeley, Northbrae Community Church, presentation to cover demographics of homelessness, overview Pathways Project on homelessness
Friday, February 2, 2018
Tiny House Living Festival, Friday, Saturday, 10:00 am – 8:00 pm, 4501 Pleasanton Ave, Pleasanton, Alameda County Fair Grounds. This is not a free event, entrance, $14, Seniors $12, under 12 free, free parking
http://www.tinyhouselivingfestival.com/locations/pleasanton-ca-2018/
Saturday, February 3, 2018
Keep Alta Bates Medical Center in Berkeley – Community Forum, Sat. Feb. 3, 11:00 am – 1:00 pm, Ed Roberts Campus, 3075 Adeline St, Pizza will be served please RSVP to [email protected] Sutter Health intends to close Alta Bates as soon as 2019
Tiny House Living Festival, Friday, Saturday, 10:00 am – 8:00 pm, 4501 Pleasanton Ave, Pleasanton, Alameda County Fair Grounds. This is not a free event, entrance, $14, Seniors $12, under 12 free, free parking
http://www.tinyhouselivingfestival.com/locations/pleasanton-ca-2018/
Sunday, February 4, 2018
Tiny House Living Festival, Sunday, 10:00 am – 5:00 pm, 4501 Pleasanton Ave, Pleasanton, Alameda County Fair Grounds. This is not a free event, entrance, $14, Seniors $12, under 12 free, free parking
http://www.tinyhouselivingfestival.com/locations/pleasanton-ca-2018/
Week January 21 - January 28, 2018
The coming week January 21 – January 28 is packed with City meetings. The week starts with the affordable housing update Sunday. Monday is Zero Waste Commission, Commission Chair Alfred Twu is running against Council member Lori Droste for District 8. City Council is Tuesday with Porta Potties, Surveillance and Significant Community Benefits on the Agenda. Wednesday the Disaster and Fire Safety Commission will be making a recommendation on Urban Shield. The same evening the Police Review Commission meets. The week finishes Thursday when ZAB will be reviewing the Final Environmental Impact Report for 2190 Shattuck Ave, the building that will block the view of the Golden Gate Bridge from Campanile Way.
The agenda for January 30th City Council meeting is available for comment, item 7. Fire Safety and Prevention, item 9. Revenue stream for housing homeless and low-income students, 10. Berkeley Way Housing update, item 11. Endorse 2018 Affordable Housing State Ballot Initiative, item 14. Adopt resolution “Premier Cru” property 1001, 1007, 1011 University, 1925 Ninth St purchased to develop affordable housing, direct and refer to City Manager to outline full development potential of site and report back by June 12, 2018. email comments to: [email protected] partial agenda listing:
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Agenda_Committee__2018_Index.aspx
Indivisible Berkeley list of actions you can do from home and opportunities to work on elections 2018 https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/actions
Sunday, January 21, 2017
Update on Affordable Housing, Sun, Jan 21, 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm, Berkeley Central Library, 2090 Kittredge, New State Laws, sponsored by Berkeley Citizens Action (BCA), Berkeley Tenant Union, Cal’s Progressive Student Association,
https://allevents.in/berkeley/bca-affordable-housing-forum/722938737901848
Monday, January 22, 2018
City Council Closed Session Special Meeting, Mon, Jan 22, 4:00 pm, 2180 Milvia, Conference with Labor Negotiators, Employee Labor Contracts – BFFA (Fire Fighters) Local 1227, BPA (Berkeley Police), IBEW (Electrical Workers) Local 1245
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board, 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm, 2134 MLK Jr. Way, City Council Chambers
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Children, Youth and Recreation Commission, Mon, Jan 22, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 2800 Park St, Frances Albrier Community Center at San Pablo Park
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Children_Youth_and_Recreation_Commission/
Tax the Rich rally – Mon, Jan 22, winter hours 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm top of Solano in front of closed Oaks Theater, rain cancels
Civic Arts Commission – Public Art Subcommittee, Mon, Jan 22, 9:00 am – 10:30 am, 2180 Milvia, Cypress 1st Floor
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/CivicArtsCommissionHomepage/
Zero Waste Commission, Mon, Jan 22, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Zero_Waste_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Tuesday, January 23, 2018
Berkeley City Council, Tues, Jan 23, 6:00 pm – 11:00 pm, 2134 MLK Jr Way, City Council Chambers
4:30 pm Closed Session: Agenda: 1. Conference with BUSD 1231 Addison Price and Terms 2. Deshon Hudson v. City of Berkeley
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2018/01_Jan/City_Council__01-23-2018_-_Special_Closed_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
6:00 pm Regular Session: Agenda:16. Broadband Master Plan, 17. Ferry feasibility study $330,744 30. Student Housing, 31. Ad Hoc Committees to be open to the public with minutes, 24 hour notice of meeting, 34 a. Surveillance Ordinance – Police Review Commission, 34b. Surveillance Ordinance – City Manager requesting delay to complete counter proposal 35. Significant Community Benefits 37a. Porta Potties – Homeless Commission, 37b. Porta Potties - City Manager, 39. Replace Berkeley City Limit signs to “Welcome to Berkeley”, LOVE LIFE!” “Sanctuary City” and “Ohlone Territory”, 43. Information Report – To Achieve Fairness and Impartiality-Report and Recommendations from Berkeley Police 44. Homeless Task Force Recommendations
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2018/01_Jan/City_Council__01-23-2018_-_Regular_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
Wednesday, January 24, 2018
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board – Eviction/Section 8/Foreclosure Committee Meeting, Wed, Jan 24, 5:30 pm, 2001 Center St, Law Library 2nd Floor
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/uploadedFiles/Rent_Stabilization_Board/Level_3_-_General/18%20Jan%2024%20Agenda.pdf
Civic Arts Commission, Wed, Jan 24, 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: T1 Festival Grant Guidelines,
Policy Subcommittee 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm.
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/CivicArtsCommissionHomepage/
Commission on the Status of Women, Wed, Jan 24, 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_the_Status_of_Women_Homepage.aspx
Disaster and Fire Safety Commission, Wed, Jan 24, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 997 Cedar St, Fire Department Training Center, Agenda: Urban Shield Recommendation, Disaster preparedness, Fire safety hills
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Disaster_and_Fire_Safety_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Energy Commission, Wed, Jan 24, 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Energy_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Police Review Commission, Wed, Jan 24, 9:00 am – 9:45 am, 2087 Addison, tour of sites follows
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Loan_Admin_Board.aspx
Police Review Commission, Wed, Jan 24, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: mutual aid pacts, specially equipped van policy, 1033 program
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Thursday, January 25, 2018
Community Health Commission, Thur, Jan 25, 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm, 2939 Ellis St. South Berkeley Senior Center,
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Community_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Mental Health Commission, Thur, Jan 25, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Mental_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Zoning Adjustments Board, Thur, Jan 25, 7:00 pm – 11:30 pm, 2134 MLK Jr. Way, City Council Chambers email comments to: [email protected]
Friday, January 26, 2018
No published City meetings as of 5:00 pm on Jan 19
Saturday, January 27, 2018
Rally for Reproductive Justice, Sat, Jan 27, 11:30 am, 90 7th Street, SF Federal Building, rally counters Walk for Life
https://www.facebook.com/events/151943795433074/
Sunday, January 28, 2018
No city meetings,
The coming week January 21 – January 28 is packed with City meetings. The week starts with the affordable housing update Sunday. Monday is Zero Waste Commission, Commission Chair Alfred Twu is running against Council member Lori Droste for District 8. City Council is Tuesday with Porta Potties, Surveillance and Significant Community Benefits on the Agenda. Wednesday the Disaster and Fire Safety Commission will be making a recommendation on Urban Shield. The same evening the Police Review Commission meets. The week finishes Thursday when ZAB will be reviewing the Final Environmental Impact Report for 2190 Shattuck Ave, the building that will block the view of the Golden Gate Bridge from Campanile Way.
The agenda for January 30th City Council meeting is available for comment, item 7. Fire Safety and Prevention, item 9. Revenue stream for housing homeless and low-income students, 10. Berkeley Way Housing update, item 11. Endorse 2018 Affordable Housing State Ballot Initiative, item 14. Adopt resolution “Premier Cru” property 1001, 1007, 1011 University, 1925 Ninth St purchased to develop affordable housing, direct and refer to City Manager to outline full development potential of site and report back by June 12, 2018. email comments to: [email protected] partial agenda listing:
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Agenda_Committee__2018_Index.aspx
Indivisible Berkeley list of actions you can do from home and opportunities to work on elections 2018 https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/actions
Sunday, January 21, 2017
Update on Affordable Housing, Sun, Jan 21, 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm, Berkeley Central Library, 2090 Kittredge, New State Laws, sponsored by Berkeley Citizens Action (BCA), Berkeley Tenant Union, Cal’s Progressive Student Association,
https://allevents.in/berkeley/bca-affordable-housing-forum/722938737901848
Monday, January 22, 2018
City Council Closed Session Special Meeting, Mon, Jan 22, 4:00 pm, 2180 Milvia, Conference with Labor Negotiators, Employee Labor Contracts – BFFA (Fire Fighters) Local 1227, BPA (Berkeley Police), IBEW (Electrical Workers) Local 1245
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board, 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm, 2134 MLK Jr. Way, City Council Chambers
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Children, Youth and Recreation Commission, Mon, Jan 22, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 2800 Park St, Frances Albrier Community Center at San Pablo Park
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Children_Youth_and_Recreation_Commission/
Tax the Rich rally – Mon, Jan 22, winter hours 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm top of Solano in front of closed Oaks Theater, rain cancels
Civic Arts Commission – Public Art Subcommittee, Mon, Jan 22, 9:00 am – 10:30 am, 2180 Milvia, Cypress 1st Floor
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/CivicArtsCommissionHomepage/
Zero Waste Commission, Mon, Jan 22, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Zero_Waste_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Tuesday, January 23, 2018
Berkeley City Council, Tues, Jan 23, 6:00 pm – 11:00 pm, 2134 MLK Jr Way, City Council Chambers
4:30 pm Closed Session: Agenda: 1. Conference with BUSD 1231 Addison Price and Terms 2. Deshon Hudson v. City of Berkeley
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2018/01_Jan/City_Council__01-23-2018_-_Special_Closed_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
6:00 pm Regular Session: Agenda:16. Broadband Master Plan, 17. Ferry feasibility study $330,744 30. Student Housing, 31. Ad Hoc Committees to be open to the public with minutes, 24 hour notice of meeting, 34 a. Surveillance Ordinance – Police Review Commission, 34b. Surveillance Ordinance – City Manager requesting delay to complete counter proposal 35. Significant Community Benefits 37a. Porta Potties – Homeless Commission, 37b. Porta Potties - City Manager, 39. Replace Berkeley City Limit signs to “Welcome to Berkeley”, LOVE LIFE!” “Sanctuary City” and “Ohlone Territory”, 43. Information Report – To Achieve Fairness and Impartiality-Report and Recommendations from Berkeley Police 44. Homeless Task Force Recommendations
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2018/01_Jan/City_Council__01-23-2018_-_Regular_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
Wednesday, January 24, 2018
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board – Eviction/Section 8/Foreclosure Committee Meeting, Wed, Jan 24, 5:30 pm, 2001 Center St, Law Library 2nd Floor
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/uploadedFiles/Rent_Stabilization_Board/Level_3_-_General/18%20Jan%2024%20Agenda.pdf
Civic Arts Commission, Wed, Jan 24, 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: T1 Festival Grant Guidelines,
Policy Subcommittee 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm.
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/CivicArtsCommissionHomepage/
Commission on the Status of Women, Wed, Jan 24, 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_the_Status_of_Women_Homepage.aspx
Disaster and Fire Safety Commission, Wed, Jan 24, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 997 Cedar St, Fire Department Training Center, Agenda: Urban Shield Recommendation, Disaster preparedness, Fire safety hills
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Disaster_and_Fire_Safety_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Energy Commission, Wed, Jan 24, 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Energy_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Police Review Commission, Wed, Jan 24, 9:00 am – 9:45 am, 2087 Addison, tour of sites follows
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Loan_Admin_Board.aspx
Police Review Commission, Wed, Jan 24, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: mutual aid pacts, specially equipped van policy, 1033 program
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Thursday, January 25, 2018
Community Health Commission, Thur, Jan 25, 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm, 2939 Ellis St. South Berkeley Senior Center,
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Community_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Mental Health Commission, Thur, Jan 25, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Mental_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Zoning Adjustments Board, Thur, Jan 25, 7:00 pm – 11:30 pm, 2134 MLK Jr. Way, City Council Chambers email comments to: [email protected]
- 2524 Dwight Way – construct new 2-story single family residence and operate by-right as mini-dorm
- 1120 Second St – rooftop wireless
- 1734 Spruce – legalize 7th dwelling bringing total 13 bedrooms are parcel
- 2556 Telegraph – The Village 5-story, 22 units, 2-live-work, 3358 commercial space
- 2190 Shattuck Ave – Certification Final EIR, 18-story mixed use building which will obstruct the view of the Golden Gate Bridge from Campanile Way
Friday, January 26, 2018
No published City meetings as of 5:00 pm on Jan 19
Saturday, January 27, 2018
Rally for Reproductive Justice, Sat, Jan 27, 11:30 am, 90 7th Street, SF Federal Building, rally counters Walk for Life
https://www.facebook.com/events/151943795433074/
Sunday, January 28, 2018
No city meetings,
Week January 14 - January 21, 2018
The draft agenda for the January 25, 2018 Zoning Adjustment Board is available for review and comment http://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
email comments to: [email protected]
1734 Spruce – legalize 7th dwelling bringing total 13 bedrooms are parcel
2556 Telegraph – The Village 5-story, 22 units, 2-live-work, 3358 commercial space
2190 Shattuck Ave – Certification Final EIR, 18-story mixed use building which will obstruct the view of the Golden Gate Bridge from Campanile Way
The City Council January 23 meeting agenda is posted for review and comment
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2018/01_Jan/City_Council__01-23-2018_-_Regular_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
email comments to: [email protected] partial agenda listing:
16. Broadband Master Plan 30. Student Housing, 31. Ad Hoc Committees to be open to the public with minutes, 24 hour notice of meeting, 34 a. Surveillance Ordinance – Police Review Commission, 34b. Surveillance Ordinance – City Manager requesting delay to complete counter proposal 35. Significant Community Benefits 37a. Porta Potties – Homeless Commission, 37b. Porta Potties - City Manager, 39. Replace Berkeley City Limit signs to “Welcome to Berkeley”, LOVE LIFE!” “Sanctuary City” and “Ohlone Territory”, 43. Information Report – To Achieve Fairness and Impartiality-Report and Recommendations from Berkeley Police
Indivisible Berkeley list of actions you can do from home, https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/actions
Sunday, January 14, 2018
Protect Berkeley Shellmound, Sun, Jan 14, 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm, 1900 Fourth Street,
Indivisible Berkeley General Assembly, Sun, Jan 14, 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1970 Chestnut St, Finnish Hall,
Monday, January 15, 2018 - Martin Luther king Jr. Holiday
Tax the Rich rally – Rain cancels, Monday, Jan 15, winter hours 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm top of Solano in front of closed Oaks Theater,
Tuesday, January 16, 2018
Agenda Committee, Monday, Tue, Jan 16, 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm, 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Conf Room, Agenda for City Council Jan 30, meeting, item 6. Fire Safety and Prevention, item 8. Revenue stream for housing homeless and low-income students, Berkeley Way Housing update, item 10. Endorse 2018 Affordable Housing State Ballot Initiative, item 12. Adopt resolution “Premier Cru” property 1001, 1007, 1011 University, 1925 Ninth St purchased to develop affordable housing, direct and refer to City Manager to outline full development potential of site and report back by June 12, 2018.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Agenda_Committee__2018_Index.aspx
Housing Advisory Commission – Student Housing Subcommittee, Tue, Jan 16, 8:00 am, 2000 University, Au Coquelet, Agenda: Planning Commission to address housing
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Housing_Advisory_Commission/
Berkeley City Council, Tue, Jan 16, 6:00 pm, 2134 MLK Jr Way, City Council Chambers, Worksession: Small Business Support, Action: Adopt 2018-2019 Strategic Plan
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2018/01_Jan/City_Council__01-16-2018_-_Special_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Wednesday, January 17, 2018
Animal Care Commission, Wed, Jan 17, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1 Bolivar Drive, Berkeley Animal Shelter, Agenda: 2018 work plan – meeting schedule, dog play areas, lost pets
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Animal_Care_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Commission on Labor, Wed, Jan 17, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Equal pay, banning prior salary on applications, living wage
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Labor_Homepage.aspx
Human Welfare & Community Action Commission, Wed, Jan 17, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Closure Alta Bates, Childcare, Homeless Policy, Skills Training low-income residents, banking, immigration
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Human_Welfare_and_Community_Action_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Planning Commission, Wed, Jan 17, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Hearing ADU Amendments to BMC Chapter 23D.10, Public Hearing rezone 1050 Parker postponed
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Thursday, January 18, 2018
Design Review Committee, Thur, Jan 18, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center
1940 San Pablo – demolish 1-story service station, construct 5-story mixed use, 48 dwelling units, 3 live/work units, 800 sq ft café, 53 parking spaces
2580 Bancroft – demolish 2558-2588 Bancroft Way and rear half Fred Turner Building (City Landmark), 122 dwelling units, 11,000 sq ft ground floor retail, 37 parking spaces
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/designreview/
Housing Advisory Commission, Thur, Jan 18, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Home Share, Supply Rent Control Units, Smoke-free Residential Housing, Adopt More Student Housing, SB 827, Short Term Ordinance enforcement
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Housing_Advisory_Commission/
Medical Cannabis Commission, Thur, Jan 18, 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm, 2180 Milvia St, 6th Floor, Agenda: existing and proposed ordinances and regulations
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/MedicalCannabis/
Transportation Commission, Thur, Jan 18, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Hillegass/Ashby Pedestrian beacon, I-80/Gilman Bike/Ped overcrossing, autonomous vehicles, autonomous vehicles, utility undergrounding
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Transportation_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Friday, January 19, 2018
No announced meetings/events
Saturday, January 20, 2018
Women’s March 2018 – San Francisco, Sat, Jan 20, 11:30 am – 3:30 pm, march Civic Center to Embarcadero 1.7 miles
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/womens-march-2018-san-francisco-hearourvote-tickets-39714824108
Women’s March 2018 – Oakland, Sat Jan 20, 10:00 am – 3:00 pm, march Lake Merritt Amphitheater to Frank Ogawa Plaza, 0.7 mile.
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/womens-march-oakland-2018-tickets-39573397096
Sunday, January 21, 2018
No local marches
The draft agenda for the January 25, 2018 Zoning Adjustment Board is available for review and comment http://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
email comments to: [email protected]
1734 Spruce – legalize 7th dwelling bringing total 13 bedrooms are parcel
2556 Telegraph – The Village 5-story, 22 units, 2-live-work, 3358 commercial space
2190 Shattuck Ave – Certification Final EIR, 18-story mixed use building which will obstruct the view of the Golden Gate Bridge from Campanile Way
The City Council January 23 meeting agenda is posted for review and comment
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2018/01_Jan/City_Council__01-23-2018_-_Regular_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
email comments to: [email protected] partial agenda listing:
16. Broadband Master Plan 30. Student Housing, 31. Ad Hoc Committees to be open to the public with minutes, 24 hour notice of meeting, 34 a. Surveillance Ordinance – Police Review Commission, 34b. Surveillance Ordinance – City Manager requesting delay to complete counter proposal 35. Significant Community Benefits 37a. Porta Potties – Homeless Commission, 37b. Porta Potties - City Manager, 39. Replace Berkeley City Limit signs to “Welcome to Berkeley”, LOVE LIFE!” “Sanctuary City” and “Ohlone Territory”, 43. Information Report – To Achieve Fairness and Impartiality-Report and Recommendations from Berkeley Police
Indivisible Berkeley list of actions you can do from home, https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/actions
Sunday, January 14, 2018
Protect Berkeley Shellmound, Sun, Jan 14, 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm, 1900 Fourth Street,
Indivisible Berkeley General Assembly, Sun, Jan 14, 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1970 Chestnut St, Finnish Hall,
Monday, January 15, 2018 - Martin Luther king Jr. Holiday
Tax the Rich rally – Rain cancels, Monday, Jan 15, winter hours 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm top of Solano in front of closed Oaks Theater,
Tuesday, January 16, 2018
Agenda Committee, Monday, Tue, Jan 16, 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm, 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Conf Room, Agenda for City Council Jan 30, meeting, item 6. Fire Safety and Prevention, item 8. Revenue stream for housing homeless and low-income students, Berkeley Way Housing update, item 10. Endorse 2018 Affordable Housing State Ballot Initiative, item 12. Adopt resolution “Premier Cru” property 1001, 1007, 1011 University, 1925 Ninth St purchased to develop affordable housing, direct and refer to City Manager to outline full development potential of site and report back by June 12, 2018.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Agenda_Committee__2018_Index.aspx
Housing Advisory Commission – Student Housing Subcommittee, Tue, Jan 16, 8:00 am, 2000 University, Au Coquelet, Agenda: Planning Commission to address housing
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Housing_Advisory_Commission/
Berkeley City Council, Tue, Jan 16, 6:00 pm, 2134 MLK Jr Way, City Council Chambers, Worksession: Small Business Support, Action: Adopt 2018-2019 Strategic Plan
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2018/01_Jan/City_Council__01-16-2018_-_Special_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Wednesday, January 17, 2018
Animal Care Commission, Wed, Jan 17, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1 Bolivar Drive, Berkeley Animal Shelter, Agenda: 2018 work plan – meeting schedule, dog play areas, lost pets
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Animal_Care_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Commission on Labor, Wed, Jan 17, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Equal pay, banning prior salary on applications, living wage
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Labor_Homepage.aspx
Human Welfare & Community Action Commission, Wed, Jan 17, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Closure Alta Bates, Childcare, Homeless Policy, Skills Training low-income residents, banking, immigration
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Human_Welfare_and_Community_Action_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Planning Commission, Wed, Jan 17, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Hearing ADU Amendments to BMC Chapter 23D.10, Public Hearing rezone 1050 Parker postponed
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Thursday, January 18, 2018
Design Review Committee, Thur, Jan 18, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center
1940 San Pablo – demolish 1-story service station, construct 5-story mixed use, 48 dwelling units, 3 live/work units, 800 sq ft café, 53 parking spaces
2580 Bancroft – demolish 2558-2588 Bancroft Way and rear half Fred Turner Building (City Landmark), 122 dwelling units, 11,000 sq ft ground floor retail, 37 parking spaces
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/designreview/
Housing Advisory Commission, Thur, Jan 18, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Home Share, Supply Rent Control Units, Smoke-free Residential Housing, Adopt More Student Housing, SB 827, Short Term Ordinance enforcement
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Housing_Advisory_Commission/
Medical Cannabis Commission, Thur, Jan 18, 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm, 2180 Milvia St, 6th Floor, Agenda: existing and proposed ordinances and regulations
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/MedicalCannabis/
Transportation Commission, Thur, Jan 18, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Hillegass/Ashby Pedestrian beacon, I-80/Gilman Bike/Ped overcrossing, autonomous vehicles, autonomous vehicles, utility undergrounding
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Transportation_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Friday, January 19, 2018
No announced meetings/events
Saturday, January 20, 2018
Women’s March 2018 – San Francisco, Sat, Jan 20, 11:30 am – 3:30 pm, march Civic Center to Embarcadero 1.7 miles
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/womens-march-2018-san-francisco-hearourvote-tickets-39714824108
Women’s March 2018 – Oakland, Sat Jan 20, 10:00 am – 3:00 pm, march Lake Merritt Amphitheater to Frank Ogawa Plaza, 0.7 mile.
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/womens-march-oakland-2018-tickets-39573397096
Sunday, January 21, 2018
No local marches
Week January 7 - January 14, 2018
The first Berkeley City Council meeting of 2018 is January 23rd. You can get a heads up by looking at the planned agenda under Monday’s Agenda Committee Meeting. Agenda items are listed that warrant scrutiny and response. An email sent to [email protected] will be distributed to all the Council Members and the Mayor. You can, of course, always address each Council Member and the Mayor Individually. The final agenda for January 23rd should be posted this coming Thursday, January 11. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Indivisible Berkeley is warming up for a hectic 2018. There is always a list of actions you can do from home, https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/actions, but note the IB calendar of Berkeley City meetings is projected meetings, not the final schedule.
Remember, being active and engaged is the best remedy for all that ails us.
Sunday, January 7, 2018
Indivisible Berkeley Science and Environment Team Meeting, Sunday, Sun, Jan 7, 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm, 1581 University Ave, Three Stone Hearth
https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/calendar
Monday, January 8, 2018
Agenda Committee Meeting, Mon, Jan. 8, 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm, Milvia, Redwood Conf Room 6th floor, Agenda for Jan 23 City Council meeting: surveillance ordinance, significant community benefits. Ad hoc committees, summer learning loss, removing impediments to port-a-potties, wash stations and Hepatitis A vaccines, housing, inequitable policing (disparate treatment by race) by BPD, increase feasibility study of pier and ferry services to $330,744, keep West Campus pool open year round
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Agenda_Committee__2017_Index.aspx
Personnel Board, Mon, Jan, 8, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Personnel_Board_Homepage.aspx
Youth Commission, Mon, Jan, 8, 6:30 pm, 1730 Oregon St, Martin Luther King Jr. Youth Services Center, Agenda: homelessness, immigration
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Youth_Commission_Homepage.aspx
City Council Closed Session, Mon, Jan, 8, 4:00 pm, 2180 Milvia, Cypress Room Agenda: Health Officer position to be filled
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Commission on the Status of Women Paid Leave Subcommittee, Mon, Jan 8, A meeting is listed on the website home page, but there is no agenda, time or location, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, 510 981-7071
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_the_Status_of_Women_Homepage.aspx
Tax the Rich Rally Cancelled Due to Rain, Mon, Jan 8
Tuesday, January 9, 2018
Solano Avenue Business Improvement District Advisory Board, Tue, Jan 9, 6:00 pm, 1821 Catalina Ave, Thousand Oaks Baptist Church, Agenda: Special Project Grant, Buy local participation $250
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Solano_Avenue_Business_Improvement_District_Advisory_Board_Homepage.aspx
Wednesday, January 10, 2018
Homeless Commission, Wed, Jan 10, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Presentation by YEAH and Homeless Youth Policy, Civic Center port-a-potty, centralized referral system, City response to pending litigation
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Homeless_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Police Review Commission, Wed, Jan 10, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm Subcommittee on BPD June 20, 2017 action
7:00 pm – 10:00 pm - Regular Meeting, Agenda: mutual aid pacts, NCRIC, restructuring PRC, specially equipped van, accountability plan, use of force,
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Thursday, January 11, 2018
Zoning Adjustments Board, Thur, Jan 11, 7:00 pm – 11:30 pm, 2134 MLK Jr. Way, City Council Chambers
2009 Addison – Demolish an existing, single-story commercial building and construct 7-story mixed use performing arts space and 45 rent free dwellings, staff recommends continue off calendar
1406 McGee – raise existing single-family residence by 44” and add internal ADU, staff recommend dismiss appeal and approve
1499 University Ave – 3-story 39 room hotel previously approved, request add rooftop deck, staff recommend approve
2305 Edwards St – add 560 sq ft second story, increase bedrooms from 2 to 5, staff recommend approve
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
Friday, January 12, 2018
Berkeley City reduced service day
Saturday, January 13, 2017
McGee-Spaulding Neighbors in Action – neighborhood meeting, Sat, Jan 13, 9:30 am potluck brunch, meeting 10:00 am-12:00 pm, University Terrace Commons Room – entrance in back
Sunday, January 14, 2017
SB 100 CA Climate Legislation – 100% renewable energy by 2045, Sat, Jan 14, 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm, 12530 San Pablo #1, Berkeley, Sierra Club Bay Chapter Office, presentation on bill, current status, Q & A.
https://350bayarea.org/event/legislative-committee-meeting
The first Berkeley City Council meeting of 2018 is January 23rd. You can get a heads up by looking at the planned agenda under Monday’s Agenda Committee Meeting. Agenda items are listed that warrant scrutiny and response. An email sent to [email protected] will be distributed to all the Council Members and the Mayor. You can, of course, always address each Council Member and the Mayor Individually. The final agenda for January 23rd should be posted this coming Thursday, January 11. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Indivisible Berkeley is warming up for a hectic 2018. There is always a list of actions you can do from home, https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/actions, but note the IB calendar of Berkeley City meetings is projected meetings, not the final schedule.
Remember, being active and engaged is the best remedy for all that ails us.
Sunday, January 7, 2018
Indivisible Berkeley Science and Environment Team Meeting, Sunday, Sun, Jan 7, 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm, 1581 University Ave, Three Stone Hearth
https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/calendar
Monday, January 8, 2018
Agenda Committee Meeting, Mon, Jan. 8, 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm, Milvia, Redwood Conf Room 6th floor, Agenda for Jan 23 City Council meeting: surveillance ordinance, significant community benefits. Ad hoc committees, summer learning loss, removing impediments to port-a-potties, wash stations and Hepatitis A vaccines, housing, inequitable policing (disparate treatment by race) by BPD, increase feasibility study of pier and ferry services to $330,744, keep West Campus pool open year round
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Agenda_Committee__2017_Index.aspx
Personnel Board, Mon, Jan, 8, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Personnel_Board_Homepage.aspx
Youth Commission, Mon, Jan, 8, 6:30 pm, 1730 Oregon St, Martin Luther King Jr. Youth Services Center, Agenda: homelessness, immigration
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Youth_Commission_Homepage.aspx
City Council Closed Session, Mon, Jan, 8, 4:00 pm, 2180 Milvia, Cypress Room Agenda: Health Officer position to be filled
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Commission on the Status of Women Paid Leave Subcommittee, Mon, Jan 8, A meeting is listed on the website home page, but there is no agenda, time or location, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, 510 981-7071
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_the_Status_of_Women_Homepage.aspx
Tax the Rich Rally Cancelled Due to Rain, Mon, Jan 8
Tuesday, January 9, 2018
Solano Avenue Business Improvement District Advisory Board, Tue, Jan 9, 6:00 pm, 1821 Catalina Ave, Thousand Oaks Baptist Church, Agenda: Special Project Grant, Buy local participation $250
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Solano_Avenue_Business_Improvement_District_Advisory_Board_Homepage.aspx
Wednesday, January 10, 2018
Homeless Commission, Wed, Jan 10, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Presentation by YEAH and Homeless Youth Policy, Civic Center port-a-potty, centralized referral system, City response to pending litigation
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Homeless_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Police Review Commission, Wed, Jan 10, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm Subcommittee on BPD June 20, 2017 action
7:00 pm – 10:00 pm - Regular Meeting, Agenda: mutual aid pacts, NCRIC, restructuring PRC, specially equipped van, accountability plan, use of force,
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Thursday, January 11, 2018
Zoning Adjustments Board, Thur, Jan 11, 7:00 pm – 11:30 pm, 2134 MLK Jr. Way, City Council Chambers
2009 Addison – Demolish an existing, single-story commercial building and construct 7-story mixed use performing arts space and 45 rent free dwellings, staff recommends continue off calendar
1406 McGee – raise existing single-family residence by 44” and add internal ADU, staff recommend dismiss appeal and approve
1499 University Ave – 3-story 39 room hotel previously approved, request add rooftop deck, staff recommend approve
2305 Edwards St – add 560 sq ft second story, increase bedrooms from 2 to 5, staff recommend approve
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
Friday, January 12, 2018
Berkeley City reduced service day
Saturday, January 13, 2017
McGee-Spaulding Neighbors in Action – neighborhood meeting, Sat, Jan 13, 9:30 am potluck brunch, meeting 10:00 am-12:00 pm, University Terrace Commons Room – entrance in back
Sunday, January 14, 2017
SB 100 CA Climate Legislation – 100% renewable energy by 2045, Sat, Jan 14, 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm, 12530 San Pablo #1, Berkeley, Sierra Club Bay Chapter Office, presentation on bill, current status, Q & A.
https://350bayarea.org/event/legislative-committee-meeting
Week January 1 - January 7, 2018
Happy New Year, hope you have been enjoying being on holiday too. The first week in January is off to a slow start at least here in Berkeley. There are only a few meetings while the City catches up from reduced scheduling and time off. City Council is on winter break until January 23, 2018.
Comment Deadlines
Jan 16: Stop EPA from withdrawing from Clean Power Plan
https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/
Jan 11: Community Choice Energy under attack, write to PUC
http://www.sunflower-alliance.org/community-choice-energy-under-attack-write-to-puc-jan-49/
Monday, January 1, 2018
Happy New Year
Tax the Rich rally – resumes Monday, Jan 8, winter hours 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm top of Solano in front of closed Oaks Theater,
Tuesday, January 2, 2018
No city meetings, Council on winter break until January 23, 2018
Wednesday, January 3, 2018
Board of Library Trustees, Wed, Jan 3, 6:30 pm, 1901 Russell St, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library, Agenda action: adopt resolution to identify consulting services Communications training, Organizational Review, Interest Based Bargaining (IBB)
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
Commission on Disability, Wed, Jan 3, 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Universal Design, automatic door openers, EVV (electronic visit verification) system
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Disability_Homepage.aspx
Planning Commission, Wed, Jan 3, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, listed as meeting on Planning Commission calendar, no agenda packet posted and Planning Commission webpage does not list a meeting, call before going 981-7520
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Thursday, January 4, 2018
Landmarks Preservation Commission, 7:00 pm – 11:30 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, agenda:
2301 Bancroft Way – View from Campanile Way – open hearing
Certified Local Government Grant (CLG) Application – discussion
2526-30 Shattuck – discussion appeal of designation of University Laundry Building
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/landmarkspreservationcommission/
Public Works Commission, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 1326 Allston Way, Willow Room, City of Berkeley Corporation Yard
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Public_Works_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Friday, January 5, 2018
No announced meetings or demonstrations posted,
Saturday, January 6, 2018
McGee-Spaulding Neighbors in Action, Saturday, Jan 6, 10:00 am – 2:00 pm, petitioning to end participation in Urban Shield
Sunday, January 7, 2018
No announced meetings or demonstrations posted
Happy New Year, hope you have been enjoying being on holiday too. The first week in January is off to a slow start at least here in Berkeley. There are only a few meetings while the City catches up from reduced scheduling and time off. City Council is on winter break until January 23, 2018.
Comment Deadlines
Jan 16: Stop EPA from withdrawing from Clean Power Plan
https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/
Jan 11: Community Choice Energy under attack, write to PUC
http://www.sunflower-alliance.org/community-choice-energy-under-attack-write-to-puc-jan-49/
Monday, January 1, 2018
Happy New Year
Tax the Rich rally – resumes Monday, Jan 8, winter hours 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm top of Solano in front of closed Oaks Theater,
Tuesday, January 2, 2018
No city meetings, Council on winter break until January 23, 2018
Wednesday, January 3, 2018
Board of Library Trustees, Wed, Jan 3, 6:30 pm, 1901 Russell St, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library, Agenda action: adopt resolution to identify consulting services Communications training, Organizational Review, Interest Based Bargaining (IBB)
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
Commission on Disability, Wed, Jan 3, 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Universal Design, automatic door openers, EVV (electronic visit verification) system
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Disability_Homepage.aspx
Planning Commission, Wed, Jan 3, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, listed as meeting on Planning Commission calendar, no agenda packet posted and Planning Commission webpage does not list a meeting, call before going 981-7520
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Thursday, January 4, 2018
Landmarks Preservation Commission, 7:00 pm – 11:30 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, agenda:
2301 Bancroft Way – View from Campanile Way – open hearing
Certified Local Government Grant (CLG) Application – discussion
2526-30 Shattuck – discussion appeal of designation of University Laundry Building
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/landmarkspreservationcommission/
Public Works Commission, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 1326 Allston Way, Willow Room, City of Berkeley Corporation Yard
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Public_Works_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Friday, January 5, 2018
No announced meetings or demonstrations posted,
Saturday, January 6, 2018
McGee-Spaulding Neighbors in Action, Saturday, Jan 6, 10:00 am – 2:00 pm, petitioning to end participation in Urban Shield
Sunday, January 7, 2018
No announced meetings or demonstrations posted
Week December 24 - December 31, 2017
We have a break - thank goodness for holidays
Berkeley City Government observes the Christmas Holiday, December 25 and continues with reduced services through December 31, 2017, returning to full services on January 2, 2018 after the New Year’s Day Holiday.
Tax the Rich rally at the top of Solano is on Holiday until Monday, January 8, 2018 when rallies resume 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm in front of the closed Oaks Theater.
The Weekly Index of City meetings will be published again on December 30, 2017.
Commission meetings resume the first week in January. Berkeley City Council is on break until January 23, 2018.
We have a break - thank goodness for holidays
Berkeley City Government observes the Christmas Holiday, December 25 and continues with reduced services through December 31, 2017, returning to full services on January 2, 2018 after the New Year’s Day Holiday.
Tax the Rich rally at the top of Solano is on Holiday until Monday, January 8, 2018 when rallies resume 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm in front of the closed Oaks Theater.
The Weekly Index of City meetings will be published again on December 30, 2017.
Commission meetings resume the first week in January. Berkeley City Council is on break until January 23, 2018.
Week December 17 - December 24, 2017
Sunday, December 17, 2017
No City meetings or announced demonstrations
Monday, December 18, 2017
City Council Special Closed Session, Monday, Dec. 18, 4:00 pm, 2180 Milvia St, Cypress Room, Agenda: public employee appointments Director of Human Resources, Fire Chief, conference with Labor Negotiators - Employee Organizations Berkeley Fire Fighters Local 1227, Berkeley Police Association, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, Local 1245.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2017/12_Dec/City_Council__12-18-2017_-_Special_Closed_Meeting.aspx
Tax the Rich rally – Monday, Dec 18, winter hours 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm top of Solano in front of closed Oaks Theater. There will be a two week holiday break after Monday, December 18th. Tax the Rich rallies will resume January 8, 2018.
Civic Arts Commission – Public Art Subcommittee, Monday, Dec. 18, 9:00 am – 10:30 am, 2180 Milvia St, Redwood Room, 6th Floor, T1 Bonds, BART Plaza, 2017-2018 Civic Center Exhibit
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/CivicArtsCommissionHomepage/
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board, Monday, Dec. 18, 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm, 2134 MLK Jr. Way, City Council Chambers, Agenda: appeal 2412 Atherton St Unit #2, displacement disaster victims, community emergency response in large multi-unit buildings, Very full agenda – check links http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Rent_Stabilization_Board/Home/Agenda__RSB_2017_Dec_18.aspx
Police Review Commission – Subcommittee Review of BPD Response at June 20 City Council, Monday, Dec. 18, 1:30 pm, 1947 Center Street, 1st Floor, Western Sycamore Conference Room, Agenda: make findings, make any needed recommendations based on findings
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Tuesday, December 19, 2017
Berkeley City Council, Tuesday, Dec 19, 6:00 pm – 11:00 pm, 2134 MLK Jr Way, City Council Chambers, Agenda: item 36 City Manager proposing per unit fee to monitor below market housing cost of monitoring staff $199,483 (1.115 FTE) to the full agenda packet is 498 pages, item 39 referral process, item 40 a Police Review Commission (PRC) repeal pepper spray ordinance from Set 12, 2017, 40 b City Manager reject PRC recommendation,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Wednesday, December 20, 2017
Planning Commission, Wednesday, Dec 20, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Commission work plan, calendar, recommendation for Council Housing Action Plan
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Thursday, December 21, 2017
Civic Arts Commission – Grants Subcommittee, Thursday, Dec 21, 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center Library, Agenda: Discussion guidelines for city festival funding
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/CivicArtsCommissionHomepage/
Design Review Committee, Thursday, Dec 21, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center,
1499 University Ave @ Sacramento – Final design review modification – modify previously approved hotel project now under construction to allow roof deck approximately 2080 sq ft
2556 Telegraph @ Blake – Continued preliminary design ti demolish 2-story commercial building, construct 5-story mixed-use building with 22 dwelling units.
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/designreview/
Open Government Commission - Thursday, Dec 21, Meeting cancelled
Friday, December 22, 2017
No City meetings posted, City services are listed as full schedule
Saturday, December 23, 2017
No announced demonstrations
Sunday, December 24, 2017
No announced demonstrations
Sunday, December 17, 2017
No City meetings or announced demonstrations
Monday, December 18, 2017
City Council Special Closed Session, Monday, Dec. 18, 4:00 pm, 2180 Milvia St, Cypress Room, Agenda: public employee appointments Director of Human Resources, Fire Chief, conference with Labor Negotiators - Employee Organizations Berkeley Fire Fighters Local 1227, Berkeley Police Association, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, Local 1245.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2017/12_Dec/City_Council__12-18-2017_-_Special_Closed_Meeting.aspx
Tax the Rich rally – Monday, Dec 18, winter hours 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm top of Solano in front of closed Oaks Theater. There will be a two week holiday break after Monday, December 18th. Tax the Rich rallies will resume January 8, 2018.
Civic Arts Commission – Public Art Subcommittee, Monday, Dec. 18, 9:00 am – 10:30 am, 2180 Milvia St, Redwood Room, 6th Floor, T1 Bonds, BART Plaza, 2017-2018 Civic Center Exhibit
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/CivicArtsCommissionHomepage/
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board, Monday, Dec. 18, 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm, 2134 MLK Jr. Way, City Council Chambers, Agenda: appeal 2412 Atherton St Unit #2, displacement disaster victims, community emergency response in large multi-unit buildings, Very full agenda – check links http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Rent_Stabilization_Board/Home/Agenda__RSB_2017_Dec_18.aspx
Police Review Commission – Subcommittee Review of BPD Response at June 20 City Council, Monday, Dec. 18, 1:30 pm, 1947 Center Street, 1st Floor, Western Sycamore Conference Room, Agenda: make findings, make any needed recommendations based on findings
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Tuesday, December 19, 2017
Berkeley City Council, Tuesday, Dec 19, 6:00 pm – 11:00 pm, 2134 MLK Jr Way, City Council Chambers, Agenda: item 36 City Manager proposing per unit fee to monitor below market housing cost of monitoring staff $199,483 (1.115 FTE) to the full agenda packet is 498 pages, item 39 referral process, item 40 a Police Review Commission (PRC) repeal pepper spray ordinance from Set 12, 2017, 40 b City Manager reject PRC recommendation,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Wednesday, December 20, 2017
Planning Commission, Wednesday, Dec 20, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Commission work plan, calendar, recommendation for Council Housing Action Plan
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Thursday, December 21, 2017
Civic Arts Commission – Grants Subcommittee, Thursday, Dec 21, 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center Library, Agenda: Discussion guidelines for city festival funding
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/CivicArtsCommissionHomepage/
Design Review Committee, Thursday, Dec 21, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center,
1499 University Ave @ Sacramento – Final design review modification – modify previously approved hotel project now under construction to allow roof deck approximately 2080 sq ft
2556 Telegraph @ Blake – Continued preliminary design ti demolish 2-story commercial building, construct 5-story mixed-use building with 22 dwelling units.
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/designreview/
Open Government Commission - Thursday, Dec 21, Meeting cancelled
Friday, December 22, 2017
No City meetings posted, City services are listed as full schedule
Saturday, December 23, 2017
No announced demonstrations
Sunday, December 24, 2017
No announced demonstrations
Week December 10 - December 17, 2017
December 19 is the last City Council meeting before the winter recess. The agenda is posted and available for comment. Of note: Item 40a – Police Review Commission (PRC) calls for the repeal of the use of pepper spray,
40b. Berkeley Police Department (BPD) and City Manager counter the PRC to retain use of pepper spray.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2017/12_Dec/City_Council__12-19-2017_-_Special_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
Sunday, December 10, 2017
No city meetings or announced demonstrations
Monday, December 11, 2017
City Council Special Meeting, Mon, Dec. 11, 10:00 am – 4:00 pm, enter at 2031 Bancroft Way, Main Branch Library Community Room 3rd floor, agenda: Brown Act, Ethics, Principles of Good Governance
Youth Climate Lawsuit –Fundamental & Constitutional Right to a Livable Climate, Mon, Dec. 11, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm, Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals, 95 - 7th Street, San Francisco, Appeal is to lift temporary stay and let lawsuit on a livable climate proceed.
https://350bayarea.org/event/childrens-climate-lawsuit-federal-government
Tax the Rich rally – Mon, Dec 11, winter hours 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm top of Solano in front of closed Oaks Theater,
Youth Commission, Mon, Dec 11, 6:30 pm, 1730 Oregon St, Martin Luther King Jr. Youth Services Center, agenda: homeless youth, DACA
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Youth_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Civic Arts Policy Subcommittee, Mon, Dec 11, 6:30 pm, 2020 Shattuck Ave, Comal, agenda: draft cultural plan
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/CivicArtsCommissionHomepage/
Tuesday, December 12, 2017
4x4 Committee (4 City Council members 4 Rent Board Members), Tue, Dec 12, 9:00 am, 2001 Center St, 2nd Floor, Rent Board Law Library, agenda discussion rent ordinance and ADU, limit rent increases, demolition ordinance mitigation fee
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/4x4_Committee_Homepage.aspx
Board of Library Trustees - Bylaws Subcommittee, Tue, Dec 12, 12:00 pm, 1125 University Ave, West Branch Library https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
Homeless Commission – Encampment Subcommittee, Tue, Dec 12, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center, agenda: process for or establishing policy for sanctioning encampments
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Homeless_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Wednesday, December 13, 2017
Police Review Commission, Wed, Dec 13, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, agenda: body worn cameras BPD presentation, use of force
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Thursday, December 14, 2017
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board Habitable and Sustainable Housing Committee, Thur, Dec 14, 5:45pm, 2001 Center St, 2nd Floor, Rent Board Law Library, agenda: external disaster recovery plan, green building standards, EV charging stations, elevator ordinance http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Community Environmental Advisory Commission, Thur, Dec 14, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Russell St, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library,
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Community_Environmental_Advisory_Commission/
Mental Health Commission, Thur, Dec 14, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, agenda: Mental Health Crisis response
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Mental_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Zoning Adjustments Board, Thur, Dec 14, 7:00 pm – 11:30 pm, 2134 MLK Jr. Way, City Council Chambers
1805 Franklin – appeal of administrative use permit to construct addition to 1-story residential adding 148 sq ft to 1st floor, 921 sq ft 2nd floor,
2100 San Pablo – former U-Haul site, construct mixed use 96 unit residential care facility
2928 Ellsworth – renovate 4 bedroom dwelling to 8 bedrooms and construct 130 sq ft addition and 125 sq ft detached accessory building w/full bath,
1050 Parker – construct 61,000 sq ft commercial building for medical offices and R&D, 119 parking spaces,
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
Friday, December 15, 2017
Councilmember Cheryl Davila office hours, Fri, Dec 15, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm, 2265 Fifth Street, Tomate Café,
Sierra Club Members leadership/chapter elections, voting deadline Fri, Dec 15, 2:00 pm, https://www.sierraclub.org/san-francisco-bay/2017chapterelections
Saturday, December 16, 2017
East Bay DSA is canvassing Sat, Dec 16, 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm South, West and North Berkeley to support Single Payer Health Care
Sunday, December 17, 2017
No city meetings or announced demonstrations
December 19 is the last City Council meeting before the winter recess. The agenda is posted and available for comment. Of note: Item 40a – Police Review Commission (PRC) calls for the repeal of the use of pepper spray,
40b. Berkeley Police Department (BPD) and City Manager counter the PRC to retain use of pepper spray.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2017/12_Dec/City_Council__12-19-2017_-_Special_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
Sunday, December 10, 2017
No city meetings or announced demonstrations
Monday, December 11, 2017
City Council Special Meeting, Mon, Dec. 11, 10:00 am – 4:00 pm, enter at 2031 Bancroft Way, Main Branch Library Community Room 3rd floor, agenda: Brown Act, Ethics, Principles of Good Governance
Youth Climate Lawsuit –Fundamental & Constitutional Right to a Livable Climate, Mon, Dec. 11, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm, Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals, 95 - 7th Street, San Francisco, Appeal is to lift temporary stay and let lawsuit on a livable climate proceed.
https://350bayarea.org/event/childrens-climate-lawsuit-federal-government
Tax the Rich rally – Mon, Dec 11, winter hours 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm top of Solano in front of closed Oaks Theater,
Youth Commission, Mon, Dec 11, 6:30 pm, 1730 Oregon St, Martin Luther King Jr. Youth Services Center, agenda: homeless youth, DACA
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Youth_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Civic Arts Policy Subcommittee, Mon, Dec 11, 6:30 pm, 2020 Shattuck Ave, Comal, agenda: draft cultural plan
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/CivicArtsCommissionHomepage/
Tuesday, December 12, 2017
4x4 Committee (4 City Council members 4 Rent Board Members), Tue, Dec 12, 9:00 am, 2001 Center St, 2nd Floor, Rent Board Law Library, agenda discussion rent ordinance and ADU, limit rent increases, demolition ordinance mitigation fee
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/4x4_Committee_Homepage.aspx
Board of Library Trustees - Bylaws Subcommittee, Tue, Dec 12, 12:00 pm, 1125 University Ave, West Branch Library https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
Homeless Commission – Encampment Subcommittee, Tue, Dec 12, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center, agenda: process for or establishing policy for sanctioning encampments
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Homeless_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Wednesday, December 13, 2017
Police Review Commission, Wed, Dec 13, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, agenda: body worn cameras BPD presentation, use of force
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Thursday, December 14, 2017
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board Habitable and Sustainable Housing Committee, Thur, Dec 14, 5:45pm, 2001 Center St, 2nd Floor, Rent Board Law Library, agenda: external disaster recovery plan, green building standards, EV charging stations, elevator ordinance http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Community Environmental Advisory Commission, Thur, Dec 14, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Russell St, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library,
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Community_Environmental_Advisory_Commission/
Mental Health Commission, Thur, Dec 14, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, agenda: Mental Health Crisis response
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Mental_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Zoning Adjustments Board, Thur, Dec 14, 7:00 pm – 11:30 pm, 2134 MLK Jr. Way, City Council Chambers
1805 Franklin – appeal of administrative use permit to construct addition to 1-story residential adding 148 sq ft to 1st floor, 921 sq ft 2nd floor,
2100 San Pablo – former U-Haul site, construct mixed use 96 unit residential care facility
2928 Ellsworth – renovate 4 bedroom dwelling to 8 bedrooms and construct 130 sq ft addition and 125 sq ft detached accessory building w/full bath,
1050 Parker – construct 61,000 sq ft commercial building for medical offices and R&D, 119 parking spaces,
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
Friday, December 15, 2017
Councilmember Cheryl Davila office hours, Fri, Dec 15, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm, 2265 Fifth Street, Tomate Café,
Sierra Club Members leadership/chapter elections, voting deadline Fri, Dec 15, 2:00 pm, https://www.sierraclub.org/san-francisco-bay/2017chapterelections
Saturday, December 16, 2017
East Bay DSA is canvassing Sat, Dec 16, 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm South, West and North Berkeley to support Single Payer Health Care
Sunday, December 17, 2017
No city meetings or announced demonstrations
Week December 3 - December 10, 2017
Zoning Adjustment Board draft agenda for Dec 14 is available for review and comment, Projects: 2355 Telegraph, 1805 Franklin St, 2100 San Pablo – requires zoning reclassification, 2538-2542 Durant, 2928 Ellsworth, 1050 Parker
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
Saturday, December 2, 2017
Public Works Commission, Sat, Dec 2, 9:30 pm – 12:00 pm, 1326 Allston Way, Willow Room, City of Berkeley Corporation Yard, agenda: utility undergrounding report
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Public_Works_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Sunday, December 3, 2017
Film QUEEN MIMI fundraiser for Consider the Homeless, Sunday, Dec 3, 3:00 pm doors open, 3:30 pm film, 6:00 pm dinner, 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
documentary homeless woman who spent 20 years on the street before finding a home – Mimi now 90+
http://www.considerthehomeless.org/QueenMimi/index.html
Monday, December 4, 2017
Tax the Rich rally – Monday, Dec 4, winter hours 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm top of Solano in front of closed Oaks Theater, signs and song to oppose the GOP tax bill, support Net Neutrality
City Council Agenda Committee, Monday, Dec 4, 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm, 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, agenda planning for Dec 19 last council meeting before winter recess: 25. West Campus open pool and shower year round, 36a. PRC repeal pepper spray ordinance, 36b (City Manager) keep pepper spray
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Agenda_Committee__2017_Index.aspx
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board, Outreach Subcommittee, Monday, Dec 4, 5:45 pm, 2001 Center St, Law Library 2nd Floor, http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Open Government Commission Lobbyist Registration and Revolving Door Subcommittee, Monday, Dec 4, 7:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, agenda: lobbyist ordinance
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/opengovermentcommission/
Personnel Board, Monday, Dec 4, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Personnel_Board_Homepage.aspx
Tuesday, December 5, 2017
Berkeley City Council - Regular Meeting, Tuesday, Dec 5, 6:00 pm – 11:00 pm, 2134 MLK Jr Way, City Council Chambers, agenda: A,B1,B2,allocation general funds, 23.a. surveillance technology ordinance, 24. Amend ordinance parking fines and fees to ability to pay 25. Strengthen Significant Community Benefits
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Wednesday, December 6, 2017
Board of Library Trustees, Wednesday, Dec 6, 6:30 pm, 1901 Russell St, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library, agenda: recommendations to Acting Director organizational review, services evaluation
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
Disaster and Fire Safety Commission, Wednesday, Dec 6, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 997 Cedar St, Fire Department Training Center, agenda: wildfire threats East Bay Parks, UCB lands, utilities undergrounding, disaster preparedness, Commissioner documents not included with agenda
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Disaster_and_Fire_Safety_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Energy Commission, Wednesday, Dec 6, 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Meeting listed on Community Calendar, agenda: EV readiness requirements
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Energy_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Planning Commission, - Cancelled
Thursday, December 7, 2017
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board – IRA/AGA Subcommittee, Thursday, Dec 7, 5:30 pm, 2001 Center St, Law Library 2nd Floor, http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Berkeley City Council - Special Meeting, Thursday, Dec 7, 6:00 pm, 2134 MLK Jr Way, City Council Chambers, agenda: Climate Action Plan, Traffic Pedestrian Safety
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2017/12_Dec/City_Council__12-07-2017_-_Special_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
Housing Advisory Commission, Thursday, Dec 7, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, agenda: Brown Act Training, Use U1 Funds, Berkeley Way Project
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Housing_Advisory_Commission/
Landmarks Preservation Commission, Thursday, Dec 7, 7:00 pm – 11:30 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center,
2740 Telegraph – Rose Garden Inn
Civic Center Park- maintenance and repair
2270 Acton – Berkeley Lawn Bowl Club Site
1120 Second St – City Landmark Incinerator Site
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/landmarkspreservationcommission/
Friday, December 8, 2017
City Reduced Service Day
Saturday, December 9, 2017
Mental Health Commission, Saturday, Dec 9, 10:00 am – 4:00 pm, 1901 Russell St, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library, agenda: training Mental Health Commission responsibilities
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Mental_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Sunday, December 10, 2017
No city meetings or announced demonstrations
Zoning Adjustment Board draft agenda for Dec 14 is available for review and comment, Projects: 2355 Telegraph, 1805 Franklin St, 2100 San Pablo – requires zoning reclassification, 2538-2542 Durant, 2928 Ellsworth, 1050 Parker
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
Saturday, December 2, 2017
Public Works Commission, Sat, Dec 2, 9:30 pm – 12:00 pm, 1326 Allston Way, Willow Room, City of Berkeley Corporation Yard, agenda: utility undergrounding report
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Public_Works_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Sunday, December 3, 2017
Film QUEEN MIMI fundraiser for Consider the Homeless, Sunday, Dec 3, 3:00 pm doors open, 3:30 pm film, 6:00 pm dinner, 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
documentary homeless woman who spent 20 years on the street before finding a home – Mimi now 90+
http://www.considerthehomeless.org/QueenMimi/index.html
Monday, December 4, 2017
Tax the Rich rally – Monday, Dec 4, winter hours 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm top of Solano in front of closed Oaks Theater, signs and song to oppose the GOP tax bill, support Net Neutrality
City Council Agenda Committee, Monday, Dec 4, 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm, 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, agenda planning for Dec 19 last council meeting before winter recess: 25. West Campus open pool and shower year round, 36a. PRC repeal pepper spray ordinance, 36b (City Manager) keep pepper spray
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Agenda_Committee__2017_Index.aspx
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board, Outreach Subcommittee, Monday, Dec 4, 5:45 pm, 2001 Center St, Law Library 2nd Floor, http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Open Government Commission Lobbyist Registration and Revolving Door Subcommittee, Monday, Dec 4, 7:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, agenda: lobbyist ordinance
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/opengovermentcommission/
Personnel Board, Monday, Dec 4, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Personnel_Board_Homepage.aspx
Tuesday, December 5, 2017
Berkeley City Council - Regular Meeting, Tuesday, Dec 5, 6:00 pm – 11:00 pm, 2134 MLK Jr Way, City Council Chambers, agenda: A,B1,B2,allocation general funds, 23.a. surveillance technology ordinance, 24. Amend ordinance parking fines and fees to ability to pay 25. Strengthen Significant Community Benefits
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Wednesday, December 6, 2017
Board of Library Trustees, Wednesday, Dec 6, 6:30 pm, 1901 Russell St, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library, agenda: recommendations to Acting Director organizational review, services evaluation
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
Disaster and Fire Safety Commission, Wednesday, Dec 6, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 997 Cedar St, Fire Department Training Center, agenda: wildfire threats East Bay Parks, UCB lands, utilities undergrounding, disaster preparedness, Commissioner documents not included with agenda
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Disaster_and_Fire_Safety_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Energy Commission, Wednesday, Dec 6, 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Meeting listed on Community Calendar, agenda: EV readiness requirements
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Energy_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Planning Commission, - Cancelled
Thursday, December 7, 2017
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board – IRA/AGA Subcommittee, Thursday, Dec 7, 5:30 pm, 2001 Center St, Law Library 2nd Floor, http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Berkeley City Council - Special Meeting, Thursday, Dec 7, 6:00 pm, 2134 MLK Jr Way, City Council Chambers, agenda: Climate Action Plan, Traffic Pedestrian Safety
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2017/12_Dec/City_Council__12-07-2017_-_Special_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
Housing Advisory Commission, Thursday, Dec 7, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, agenda: Brown Act Training, Use U1 Funds, Berkeley Way Project
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Housing_Advisory_Commission/
Landmarks Preservation Commission, Thursday, Dec 7, 7:00 pm – 11:30 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center,
2740 Telegraph – Rose Garden Inn
Civic Center Park- maintenance and repair
2270 Acton – Berkeley Lawn Bowl Club Site
1120 Second St – City Landmark Incinerator Site
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/landmarkspreservationcommission/
Friday, December 8, 2017
City Reduced Service Day
Saturday, December 9, 2017
Mental Health Commission, Saturday, Dec 9, 10:00 am – 4:00 pm, 1901 Russell St, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library, agenda: training Mental Health Commission responsibilities
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Mental_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Sunday, December 10, 2017
No city meetings or announced demonstrations
Week November 26 - December 3, 2017
The December 5, Berkeley City Council Agenda is now available for review and response. Agenda key items: item 15. 2nd dwelling unit/ADU for homeless, item 23. Surveillance Technology Ordinance, item 25. Significant Community Benefits
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Indivisible Berkeley list of actions you can do from home, https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/actions
Sunday, November 26, 2017
No demonstrations posted
Monday, November 27, 2017
Tax the Rich rally – Mon, Nov 27, winter hours 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm top of Solano in front of closed Oaks Theater, signs and song to oppose the GOP tax bill, support Net Neutrality
Berkeley City Council – Closed Session, Mon, Nov 27, 4:00 pm, 2180 Milvia, Cypress Room, agenda: City Council negotiations with BUSD School Board regarding use of 1231 Addison, BUSD Board Room, public comment allowed on agenda item only https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Community Environmental Advisory Commission Stormwater Infrastructure Subcommittee, Mon, Nov 27, 6:30 pm, Au Coquelet Restaurant, 2000 University
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Community_Environmental_Advisory_Commission/
Zero Waste Commission, Mon, Nov 27, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, agenda: Donation unsold food, food donation hub
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Zero_Waste_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Children, Youth and Recreation Commission, Mon, Nov 27, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 2800 Park St, Frances Albrier Community Center at San Pablo Park, NO POSTED AGENDA on Website
http://www.ci.berkeley.ca.us/Children_Youth_and_Recreation_Commission/
Tuesday, November 28, 2017
Berkeley City Council - Regular Meeting, Tues, Nov 28, 6:00 pm – 11:00 pm, 2134 MLK Jr Way, City Council Chambers, agenda: affordable housing items 21, 22, 26. Item 21 Pipeline Report contains status charts of all housing projects proposed and approved since 2014.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Wednesday, November 29, 2017
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board – Eviction/Section 8/Foreclosure Committee Meeting, Wed. Nov 29, 5:30 pm, 2001 Center St, Law Library, 2nd Floor
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Civic Arts Commission, Wed. Nov 29, 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, agenda: action item Festival Funding Guidelines
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/CivicArtsCommissionHomepage/
Thursday, November 30, 2017
Stop Funding Climate Change Rally at Wells Fargo Headquarters in San Francisco, Thur, Nov 30, 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm, 464 California St, SF, hosted by SF Sierra Club
https://350bayarea.org/events-alt
Zoning Adjustments Board, Thur, Nov 30, 7:00 pm – 11:30 pm, 2134 MLK Jr. Way, City Council Chambers
Friday, December 1, 2017
No posted City meetings
Saturday, December 2, 2017
Bay Resistance Team Training, Sat, Dec 2, 10:00 am – 4:00 pm, 360 14th St, Oakland, CA, https://350bayarea.org/event/bay-resistance-team-training
“Stand With Puerto Rico” Fund Raiser Event in Oakland, Sat, Nov 2, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 2044 Franklin St, Oakland, East Bay for Everyone Office multiple sponsors, http://wellstoneclub.org/
Public Works Commission, Sat, Dec 2, 9:30 pm – 12:00 pm, 1326 Allston Way, Willow Room, City of Berkeley Corporation Yard, agenda: utility undergrounding report
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Public_Works_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Sunday, December 3, 2017
No demonstrations posted
The December 5, Berkeley City Council Agenda is now available for review and response. Agenda key items: item 15. 2nd dwelling unit/ADU for homeless, item 23. Surveillance Technology Ordinance, item 25. Significant Community Benefits
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Indivisible Berkeley list of actions you can do from home, https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/actions
Sunday, November 26, 2017
No demonstrations posted
Monday, November 27, 2017
Tax the Rich rally – Mon, Nov 27, winter hours 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm top of Solano in front of closed Oaks Theater, signs and song to oppose the GOP tax bill, support Net Neutrality
Berkeley City Council – Closed Session, Mon, Nov 27, 4:00 pm, 2180 Milvia, Cypress Room, agenda: City Council negotiations with BUSD School Board regarding use of 1231 Addison, BUSD Board Room, public comment allowed on agenda item only https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Community Environmental Advisory Commission Stormwater Infrastructure Subcommittee, Mon, Nov 27, 6:30 pm, Au Coquelet Restaurant, 2000 University
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Community_Environmental_Advisory_Commission/
Zero Waste Commission, Mon, Nov 27, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, agenda: Donation unsold food, food donation hub
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Zero_Waste_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Children, Youth and Recreation Commission, Mon, Nov 27, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 2800 Park St, Frances Albrier Community Center at San Pablo Park, NO POSTED AGENDA on Website
http://www.ci.berkeley.ca.us/Children_Youth_and_Recreation_Commission/
Tuesday, November 28, 2017
Berkeley City Council - Regular Meeting, Tues, Nov 28, 6:00 pm – 11:00 pm, 2134 MLK Jr Way, City Council Chambers, agenda: affordable housing items 21, 22, 26. Item 21 Pipeline Report contains status charts of all housing projects proposed and approved since 2014.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Wednesday, November 29, 2017
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board – Eviction/Section 8/Foreclosure Committee Meeting, Wed. Nov 29, 5:30 pm, 2001 Center St, Law Library, 2nd Floor
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Civic Arts Commission, Wed. Nov 29, 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, agenda: action item Festival Funding Guidelines
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/CivicArtsCommissionHomepage/
Thursday, November 30, 2017
Stop Funding Climate Change Rally at Wells Fargo Headquarters in San Francisco, Thur, Nov 30, 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm, 464 California St, SF, hosted by SF Sierra Club
https://350bayarea.org/events-alt
Zoning Adjustments Board, Thur, Nov 30, 7:00 pm – 11:30 pm, 2134 MLK Jr. Way, City Council Chambers
- 1330 Summit Road – construct new 3,950 sq ft 3-story single family residence on vacant hillside lot, on consent
- 2072 Addison St – demolish 1-story commercial building, construct 7-story mixed use restaurant ground floor, 66 dwelling units, 29 parking spaces, on consent
- 2210 & 2212 MLK Jr Way – expand and convert existing 2-story to 3 dwelling units when 2 allowed, 1 parking space when 3 required, staff recommend approve
Friday, December 1, 2017
No posted City meetings
Saturday, December 2, 2017
Bay Resistance Team Training, Sat, Dec 2, 10:00 am – 4:00 pm, 360 14th St, Oakland, CA, https://350bayarea.org/event/bay-resistance-team-training
“Stand With Puerto Rico” Fund Raiser Event in Oakland, Sat, Nov 2, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 2044 Franklin St, Oakland, East Bay for Everyone Office multiple sponsors, http://wellstoneclub.org/
Public Works Commission, Sat, Dec 2, 9:30 pm – 12:00 pm, 1326 Allston Way, Willow Room, City of Berkeley Corporation Yard, agenda: utility undergrounding report
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Public_Works_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Sunday, December 3, 2017
No demonstrations posted
WEEK November 19 - November 26, 2017
Please mark your calendars for the November 28th City Council meeting. There are three Council meetings left before the winter holiday and they are all going to need our attention - November 28th, December 5th and December 19th
Everything this week is happening on Monday and then essentially closes down for Thanksgiving extended holiday. It appears someone forgot to cancel the Energy Commission meeting for Wednesday as there is no posted agenda.
Indivisible Berkeley list of actions you can do from home, https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/actions
Phone bank for Doug Jones with Wellstone members http://wellstoneclub.org/
If you see an error or omission, please send a note to [email protected].
Sunday, November 19, 2017
Local Police Chiefs in Conversation with the Public – Berkeley, Richmond, El Cerrito, Sun, Nov 19, 3:00 pm – 4:30 pm, 1249 Marin Ave. Albany Community Center
https://indivisibleeb.org/upcoming-events/
Monday, November 20, 2017
Civic Arts Commission – Policy Subcommittee, Mon, Nov 20, 10:30 am – 12:00 pm, 2180 Milvia, Pepperwood Room, 5th Floor, Harold Way, agenda: Homelessness and affordable housing collaboration project
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/CivicArtsCommissionHomepage/
Agenda Committee, Mon, Nov 20, 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm, 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Conf Room, agenda: planning for Dec 5 meeting, surveillance technology ordinance, community benefits
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Agenda_Committee__2017_Index.aspx
Tax the Rich rally – Mon, Nov 20, winter hours 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm top of Solano in front of closed Oaks Theater, signs and song to oppose the GOP tax bill
Public Works Commission – Utility Undergrounding Subcommittee, 4:00 pm – 5:30 pm, 1947 Center Street, 4th Floor – agenda, phase 2 report on utility undergrounding
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Public_Works_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board, Mon, Nov 20, 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm, 2134 MLK Jr. Way, City Council Chambers, agenda: CA State 6 month protection against price gouging
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Tuesday, November 21, 2017
No posted City Meetings
Wednesday, November 22, 2017
Energy Commission, Wed, Nov 22, 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center. Meeting is listed on City calendar, NO AGENDA posted or meeting noted on Energy Commission home page
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Energy_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Thanksgiving, Thursday, November 23, 2017 thru Sunday, November 26, 2017
Take a much needed break to rest, connect with family and friends and re-energize, we have work ahead. Consider giving to the Alameda County Food Bank https://www.accfb.org/give/ The Alameda County Food Bank serves 1 in 5 residents of Alameda County, 2/3 of which are children and seniors.
Please mark your calendars for the November 28th City Council meeting. There are three Council meetings left before the winter holiday and they are all going to need our attention - November 28th, December 5th and December 19th
Everything this week is happening on Monday and then essentially closes down for Thanksgiving extended holiday. It appears someone forgot to cancel the Energy Commission meeting for Wednesday as there is no posted agenda.
Indivisible Berkeley list of actions you can do from home, https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/actions
Phone bank for Doug Jones with Wellstone members http://wellstoneclub.org/
If you see an error or omission, please send a note to [email protected].
Sunday, November 19, 2017
Local Police Chiefs in Conversation with the Public – Berkeley, Richmond, El Cerrito, Sun, Nov 19, 3:00 pm – 4:30 pm, 1249 Marin Ave. Albany Community Center
https://indivisibleeb.org/upcoming-events/
Monday, November 20, 2017
Civic Arts Commission – Policy Subcommittee, Mon, Nov 20, 10:30 am – 12:00 pm, 2180 Milvia, Pepperwood Room, 5th Floor, Harold Way, agenda: Homelessness and affordable housing collaboration project
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/CivicArtsCommissionHomepage/
Agenda Committee, Mon, Nov 20, 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm, 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Conf Room, agenda: planning for Dec 5 meeting, surveillance technology ordinance, community benefits
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Agenda_Committee__2017_Index.aspx
Tax the Rich rally – Mon, Nov 20, winter hours 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm top of Solano in front of closed Oaks Theater, signs and song to oppose the GOP tax bill
Public Works Commission – Utility Undergrounding Subcommittee, 4:00 pm – 5:30 pm, 1947 Center Street, 4th Floor – agenda, phase 2 report on utility undergrounding
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Public_Works_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board, Mon, Nov 20, 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm, 2134 MLK Jr. Way, City Council Chambers, agenda: CA State 6 month protection against price gouging
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Tuesday, November 21, 2017
No posted City Meetings
Wednesday, November 22, 2017
Energy Commission, Wed, Nov 22, 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center. Meeting is listed on City calendar, NO AGENDA posted or meeting noted on Energy Commission home page
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Energy_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Thanksgiving, Thursday, November 23, 2017 thru Sunday, November 26, 2017
Take a much needed break to rest, connect with family and friends and re-energize, we have work ahead. Consider giving to the Alameda County Food Bank https://www.accfb.org/give/ The Alameda County Food Bank serves 1 in 5 residents of Alameda County, 2/3 of which are children and seniors.
Week November 12 - November 19, 2017
Sunday, November 12, 2017
No posted rallies or city events
Monday, November 13, 2017
Tax the Rich rally – Rain Cancels, Monday, Nov 13, winter hours 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm, rain predicted for Monday, top of Solano in front of closed Oaks Theater
Agenda Committee, Nov 13, Monday, 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm, 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Conf Room, agenda: planning for Nov 28,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Agenda_Committee__2017_Index.aspx
Tuesday, November 14, 2017
City Council, Nov 14, Tuesday, 2134 MLK Jr Way, Council Chambers
4:30 pm – Closed Session, conference with legal counsel
6:00 pm – Regular Session, 22. Appeal 2777 Shattuck (proposed new Honda site), 24. Berkeley Police disparate racial treatment policy and practice reforms, 25. Police Review Commission (PRC) ballot initiative charter amendment to give greater authority to citizen commission 30. Labor Commission provision to allow employees and business owners living outside of Berkeley (Droste/Wengraf), equitable access to greenspace
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Wednesday, November 15, 2017
Animal Care Commission, Wed, Nov 15, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1 Bolivar Drive, Berkeley Animal Shelter, announcement of mtg date only, no agenda content
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Animal_Care_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Commission on Aging, Wed, Nov 15, 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Aging_Homepage.aspx
Commission on Labor, Wed, Nov 15, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, agenda: Fair Chance ordinance, Living wage,
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Labor_Homepage.aspx
Planning Commission, Wed, Nov 15, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, agenda: ADU ordinance, R1A ordinance defines limits for 2nd house on lot including height, side and rear yard setbacks
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Police Review Commission, Wed, Nov 15, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, agenda: fair and impartial policing, reporting requirements on use of force, timeline bodyworn cameras, restructuring PRC.
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Thursday, November 16, 2017
Community Health Commission, Thur, Nov. 16, 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm, 2939 Ellis St. South Berkeley Senior Center, agenda: Hepatitis A city-wide sanitation resource assessment
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Community_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Community Workshop Group Living (GLA) and Noise Ordinances, Thur, Nov 16, 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm, 2180 Milvia, City Hall, 6th floor Sequoia/Redwood Conf rooms.
Design Review Committee, Thur, Nov. 16, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center
Fair Campaign Practices Commission, Thur, Nov. 16, 7:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, agenda: potential BERA violation 2016 Arreguin campaign
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/FCPC/
Open Government Commission, Thur, Nov. 16, 7:30 pm or 8:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, agenda: proposal to impose deadline for draft minutes, ordinance lobbyist registration
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/opengovermentcommission/
Human Welfare & Community Action Commission – cancelled
Medical Cannabis Commission, Thur, Nov. 16, 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm, 2180 Milvia St, 6th Floor,
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/MedicalCannabis/
Sugar-Sweetened Beverage Product Panel of Experts, Thur, Nov. 16, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Sugar-Sweetened_Beverage_Product_Panel_of_Experts.aspx
Transportation Commission, Thur, Nov. 16, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, agenda: undergrounding utilities, sidewalk repair,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Transportation_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Friday, November 17, 2017
No announced meetings or rallies
Saturday, November 18, 2017
Berkeley Shoreline Cleanup, Sat Nov 18, 9:00 am – 1:00 pm, 160 University Ave.
Sunday, November 19, 2017
No announced meetings or rallies
Sunday, November 12, 2017
No posted rallies or city events
Monday, November 13, 2017
Tax the Rich rally – Rain Cancels, Monday, Nov 13, winter hours 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm, rain predicted for Monday, top of Solano in front of closed Oaks Theater
Agenda Committee, Nov 13, Monday, 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm, 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Conf Room, agenda: planning for Nov 28,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Agenda_Committee__2017_Index.aspx
Tuesday, November 14, 2017
City Council, Nov 14, Tuesday, 2134 MLK Jr Way, Council Chambers
4:30 pm – Closed Session, conference with legal counsel
6:00 pm – Regular Session, 22. Appeal 2777 Shattuck (proposed new Honda site), 24. Berkeley Police disparate racial treatment policy and practice reforms, 25. Police Review Commission (PRC) ballot initiative charter amendment to give greater authority to citizen commission 30. Labor Commission provision to allow employees and business owners living outside of Berkeley (Droste/Wengraf), equitable access to greenspace
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Wednesday, November 15, 2017
Animal Care Commission, Wed, Nov 15, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1 Bolivar Drive, Berkeley Animal Shelter, announcement of mtg date only, no agenda content
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Animal_Care_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Commission on Aging, Wed, Nov 15, 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Aging_Homepage.aspx
Commission on Labor, Wed, Nov 15, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, agenda: Fair Chance ordinance, Living wage,
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Labor_Homepage.aspx
Planning Commission, Wed, Nov 15, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, agenda: ADU ordinance, R1A ordinance defines limits for 2nd house on lot including height, side and rear yard setbacks
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Police Review Commission, Wed, Nov 15, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, agenda: fair and impartial policing, reporting requirements on use of force, timeline bodyworn cameras, restructuring PRC.
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Thursday, November 16, 2017
Community Health Commission, Thur, Nov. 16, 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm, 2939 Ellis St. South Berkeley Senior Center, agenda: Hepatitis A city-wide sanitation resource assessment
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Community_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Community Workshop Group Living (GLA) and Noise Ordinances, Thur, Nov 16, 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm, 2180 Milvia, City Hall, 6th floor Sequoia/Redwood Conf rooms.
Design Review Committee, Thur, Nov. 16, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center
- 2100 San Pablo – demolish 1-story commercial building, construct 6-story mixed use building with 96 unit residential care
- 2556 Telegraph – demolish 2-story commercial building, construct 5-story mixed use with 23 dwellings and 2-live work
- 2580 Bancroft Way – demolish 2558-2588 and rear half Fred Turner Building, construct mixed use with 122 dwelling units
- 1740 San Pablo – demolish two 1-story service stations, construct 5-story mixed use with 48 dwelling units, 53 parking spaces
- 600 Addison – redevelop industrial site next to aquatic park, multi-story multiple building complex with 830 on-site parking spaces
Fair Campaign Practices Commission, Thur, Nov. 16, 7:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, agenda: potential BERA violation 2016 Arreguin campaign
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/FCPC/
Open Government Commission, Thur, Nov. 16, 7:30 pm or 8:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, agenda: proposal to impose deadline for draft minutes, ordinance lobbyist registration
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/opengovermentcommission/
Human Welfare & Community Action Commission – cancelled
Medical Cannabis Commission, Thur, Nov. 16, 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm, 2180 Milvia St, 6th Floor,
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/MedicalCannabis/
Sugar-Sweetened Beverage Product Panel of Experts, Thur, Nov. 16, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Sugar-Sweetened_Beverage_Product_Panel_of_Experts.aspx
Transportation Commission, Thur, Nov. 16, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, agenda: undergrounding utilities, sidewalk repair,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Transportation_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Friday, November 17, 2017
No announced meetings or rallies
Saturday, November 18, 2017
Berkeley Shoreline Cleanup, Sat Nov 18, 9:00 am – 1:00 pm, 160 University Ave.
Sunday, November 19, 2017
No announced meetings or rallies
Week November 5 - November 12, 2017
Indivisible Berkeley list of actions you can do from home including getting out the vote in Virginia – the election is Tuesday and latest news shows the governor’s race tied., https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/actions
Daylight savings time ends Sunday and Tax the Rich rally changes to winter hours 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm on Monday.
On Tuesday, City Council will hear reports on the T1 Bond and capital improvement projects -click on the link for directions on watching from home.
The Zoning Adjustment Board (ZAB), normally meets on the 2nd and 4th Thursday, however, this week ZAB will meet Wednesday, Nov 8 which makes Wednesday, Nov 8 a jam-packed evening. The Library Board is interviewing two candidates for the 2018 open position, Homeless Commission will discuss/take action on sanctioning homeless camps, Police Review Commission is reviewing the BPD response on June 20 (the night over 300 of us showed up to speak against Urban Shield and NCRIC) and multiple big projects are being presented at ZAB.
Saturday, November 11 is Veteran’s Day, however, the City, banks and federal offices/employees observe the holiday on Friday, November 10. The Postal Service observes the holiday on Nov 11.
Sunday, November 5, 2017 – Daylight Savings ends
Upcoming Projects in District 2 with Councilmember Cheryl Davila, Sunday Nov 5, 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm, Frances Albrier Park, 2800 Park – Rain Cancels, if rain will be rescheduled
Save Alta Bates Rally – Stroller Brigade (no baby required), Sunday, Nov 5, 11:30 am – 1:00 pm, at Alta Bates Medical Center
Human Welfare & Community Action Commission – Special Meeting, Sunday, Nov 5, 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave. North Berkeley Senior Center, agenda: 12:15 pm – 4:15 pm Strategic Planning
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Human_Welfare_and_Community_Action_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Monday, November 6, 2017
Tax the Rich rally, Monday, Nov 6, 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm, top of Solano in front of closed Oaks Theater, (winter hours start November 6)
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board – Outreach Committee, Monday, Nov 6, 5:30 pm, 2001 Center St, Law Library, 2nd floor
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Peace and Justice Commission, Monday, Nov 6, 6:00 pm – 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Peace_and_Justice_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Personnel Board, Monday, Nov 6, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Personnel_Board_Homepage.aspx
Tuesday, November 7, 2017
City Council, Special Meeting, Tuesday, Nov 7, 6:00 pm, 2134 MLK Jr Way, agenda, Bi-Annual T1 Infrastructure Bond Program, Parks & Waterfront and Public Works Capital Improvement Projects updates, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2017/11_Nov/City_Council__11-07-2017_-_Special_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
Wednesday, November 8, 2017
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board – drop-in for Cal, every Wednesday, Nov 8, 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm, 218 Eshelman Hall 2nd Floor,
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Board of Library Trustees, Wednesday, Nov 8, 6:30 pm, 1901 Russell St, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library, agenda: Interviews and selection of candidate to fill 2018 open Board position
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
Homeless Commission, Wednesday, Nov 8, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, agenda: option of sanctioned encampment,
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Homeless_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Parks and Waterfront Commission, Wednesday, Nov 8, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 2800 Park St, Frances Albrier Community Center, agenda: form subcommittee on Bees
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Parks_and_Waterfront_Commission.aspx
Police Review Commission, Wednesday, Nov 8, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, agenda: review BPD response June 20 – (special mtg on Urban Shield, NCRIC,)
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Zoning Adjustments Board, Wednesday, Nov 8, 7:00 pm – 11:30 pm, 2134 MLK Jr. Way, City Council Chambers
Thursday, November 9, 2017
Community Environmental Advisory Commission, Thursday, Nov 9, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Russell St, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library, phase out natural gas, City-wide green development requirements, mandatory stormwater infrastructure
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Community_Environmental_Advisory_Commission/
Friday, November 10, 2017
Veterans’ Day Holiday Observed – City, State, Federal Offices and Public Libraries closed.
Saturday, November 11, 2017
Veterans’ Day
Sunday, November 12, 2017
No events found.
Indivisible Berkeley list of actions you can do from home including getting out the vote in Virginia – the election is Tuesday and latest news shows the governor’s race tied., https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/actions
Daylight savings time ends Sunday and Tax the Rich rally changes to winter hours 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm on Monday.
On Tuesday, City Council will hear reports on the T1 Bond and capital improvement projects -click on the link for directions on watching from home.
The Zoning Adjustment Board (ZAB), normally meets on the 2nd and 4th Thursday, however, this week ZAB will meet Wednesday, Nov 8 which makes Wednesday, Nov 8 a jam-packed evening. The Library Board is interviewing two candidates for the 2018 open position, Homeless Commission will discuss/take action on sanctioning homeless camps, Police Review Commission is reviewing the BPD response on June 20 (the night over 300 of us showed up to speak against Urban Shield and NCRIC) and multiple big projects are being presented at ZAB.
Saturday, November 11 is Veteran’s Day, however, the City, banks and federal offices/employees observe the holiday on Friday, November 10. The Postal Service observes the holiday on Nov 11.
Sunday, November 5, 2017 – Daylight Savings ends
Upcoming Projects in District 2 with Councilmember Cheryl Davila, Sunday Nov 5, 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm, Frances Albrier Park, 2800 Park – Rain Cancels, if rain will be rescheduled
Save Alta Bates Rally – Stroller Brigade (no baby required), Sunday, Nov 5, 11:30 am – 1:00 pm, at Alta Bates Medical Center
Human Welfare & Community Action Commission – Special Meeting, Sunday, Nov 5, 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave. North Berkeley Senior Center, agenda: 12:15 pm – 4:15 pm Strategic Planning
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Human_Welfare_and_Community_Action_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Monday, November 6, 2017
Tax the Rich rally, Monday, Nov 6, 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm, top of Solano in front of closed Oaks Theater, (winter hours start November 6)
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board – Outreach Committee, Monday, Nov 6, 5:30 pm, 2001 Center St, Law Library, 2nd floor
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Peace and Justice Commission, Monday, Nov 6, 6:00 pm – 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Peace_and_Justice_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Personnel Board, Monday, Nov 6, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Personnel_Board_Homepage.aspx
Tuesday, November 7, 2017
City Council, Special Meeting, Tuesday, Nov 7, 6:00 pm, 2134 MLK Jr Way, agenda, Bi-Annual T1 Infrastructure Bond Program, Parks & Waterfront and Public Works Capital Improvement Projects updates, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2017/11_Nov/City_Council__11-07-2017_-_Special_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
Wednesday, November 8, 2017
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board – drop-in for Cal, every Wednesday, Nov 8, 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm, 218 Eshelman Hall 2nd Floor,
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Board of Library Trustees, Wednesday, Nov 8, 6:30 pm, 1901 Russell St, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library, agenda: Interviews and selection of candidate to fill 2018 open Board position
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
Homeless Commission, Wednesday, Nov 8, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, agenda: option of sanctioned encampment,
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Homeless_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Parks and Waterfront Commission, Wednesday, Nov 8, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 2800 Park St, Frances Albrier Community Center, agenda: form subcommittee on Bees
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Parks_and_Waterfront_Commission.aspx
Police Review Commission, Wednesday, Nov 8, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, agenda: review BPD response June 20 – (special mtg on Urban Shield, NCRIC,)
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Zoning Adjustments Board, Wednesday, Nov 8, 7:00 pm – 11:30 pm, 2134 MLK Jr. Way, City Council Chambers
- 2236 Channing Way – convert medical offices and parking to 3 new dwelling units, to be continued to Nov 30
- 600 Addison – Project preview and EIR scoping session, 475,000 sq ft gross floor space for multiple story buildings research and development with 830 parking spaces.
- 1740 San Pablo – Project preview, 5 story mixed use with 48 dwelling units, 4-live/work, 53 parking spaces
- 1446 Campus Drive – construct 4,183 sq ft single family dwelling on vacant lot
- 2323 Eighth St – demolish single family dwelling and ADU, construct two 2-story single family dwellings.
Thursday, November 9, 2017
Community Environmental Advisory Commission, Thursday, Nov 9, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Russell St, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library, phase out natural gas, City-wide green development requirements, mandatory stormwater infrastructure
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Community_Environmental_Advisory_Commission/
Friday, November 10, 2017
Veterans’ Day Holiday Observed – City, State, Federal Offices and Public Libraries closed.
Saturday, November 11, 2017
Veterans’ Day
Sunday, November 12, 2017
No events found.
Week October 29 - November 5, 2017
Sunday, October 29, 2017
Berkeley Progressive Alliance, Sunday, Oct 29, 2:00 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, speaker, Dr. Lawrence Rosenthal, UBC Center for Right-Wing Studies, Berkeley Housing Update J. Arreguin, By-Laws vote
Monday, October 30, 2017
Agenda Committee, Monday, Oct 30, 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm, 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Conf Room
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Agenda_Committee__2017_Index.aspx
Tuesday, October 31, 2017
City Council, Regular Meeting, Tuesday, Oct 31, 6:00 pm, 2134 MLK Jr Way, Item 26. on use of force - definition and recording of all use of force looks to have majority support. 28. Disparate Racial Treatment and 29. Police Review Charter amendment – the Police Review Commission https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2017/10_Oct/City_Council__10-31-2017_-_Regular_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
Wednesday, November 1, 2017
Commission on Disability, Wed, Nov 1, 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center – no agenda posted
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Disability_Homepage.aspx
Planning Commission, Wed, Nov 1, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center – no agenda posted
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Thursday, November 2, 2017
Housing Advisory Commission, Thur, Nov 2, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, agenda: Brown Act, U1, Smoking in Multi-Unit residences
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Housing_Advisory_Commission/
Landmarks Preservation Commission, Thur, Nov 2, 7:00 pm – 11:30 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center,
2580 Bancroft Way – comment – EIR scoping, demolition referral, Fred Turner Building, using density bonus, student housing, 122 units studio to 6 bedrooms https://www.cityofberkeley.info/uploadedFiles/Planning_and_Development/Level_3_-_ZAB/2017-05-26_SUB_AppStatement_2580%20Bancroft.pdf
2740 Telegraph – Rose Garden Inn, structural alteration
2270 Acton Street – Landmark Berkeley Lawn Bowl Club site
4 Greenwood – Mills contract
2301 Bancroft – Campanilie Way View
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/landmarkspreservationcommission/
Medical Cannabis Commission, Thur, Nov 2, 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm, 2180 Milvia St, 6th Floor,
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/MedicalCannabis/
Public Works Commission, Thur, Nov 2, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 1326 Allston Way, Willow Room, City of Berkeley Corporation Yard
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Public_Works_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Friday, November 3, 2017
No scheduled meetings
Saturday, November 4, 2017
Open to the Public, Assembly District 15 Candidate Forum Hosted by CA Democratic Party African American Caucus. , Saturday Nov 4, 11:00 am – 2:00 pm 2600 Mission Bell Dr, in San Pablo, Contra Costa College, Paul Cobb Moderator, https://www.facebook.com/events/1569508013079595
http://www.aroundthecapitol.com/districts/AD15/
Sunday, November 5, 2017
Upcoming Projects in District 2 with Councilmember Cheryl Davila, Sunday Nov 5, 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm, Frances Albrier Park, 2800 Park
Sunday, October 29, 2017
Berkeley Progressive Alliance, Sunday, Oct 29, 2:00 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, speaker, Dr. Lawrence Rosenthal, UBC Center for Right-Wing Studies, Berkeley Housing Update J. Arreguin, By-Laws vote
Monday, October 30, 2017
Agenda Committee, Monday, Oct 30, 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm, 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Conf Room
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Agenda_Committee__2017_Index.aspx
Tuesday, October 31, 2017
City Council, Regular Meeting, Tuesday, Oct 31, 6:00 pm, 2134 MLK Jr Way, Item 26. on use of force - definition and recording of all use of force looks to have majority support. 28. Disparate Racial Treatment and 29. Police Review Charter amendment – the Police Review Commission https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2017/10_Oct/City_Council__10-31-2017_-_Regular_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
Wednesday, November 1, 2017
Commission on Disability, Wed, Nov 1, 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center – no agenda posted
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Disability_Homepage.aspx
Planning Commission, Wed, Nov 1, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center – no agenda posted
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Thursday, November 2, 2017
Housing Advisory Commission, Thur, Nov 2, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, agenda: Brown Act, U1, Smoking in Multi-Unit residences
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Housing_Advisory_Commission/
Landmarks Preservation Commission, Thur, Nov 2, 7:00 pm – 11:30 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center,
2580 Bancroft Way – comment – EIR scoping, demolition referral, Fred Turner Building, using density bonus, student housing, 122 units studio to 6 bedrooms https://www.cityofberkeley.info/uploadedFiles/Planning_and_Development/Level_3_-_ZAB/2017-05-26_SUB_AppStatement_2580%20Bancroft.pdf
2740 Telegraph – Rose Garden Inn, structural alteration
2270 Acton Street – Landmark Berkeley Lawn Bowl Club site
4 Greenwood – Mills contract
2301 Bancroft – Campanilie Way View
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/landmarkspreservationcommission/
Medical Cannabis Commission, Thur, Nov 2, 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm, 2180 Milvia St, 6th Floor,
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/MedicalCannabis/
Public Works Commission, Thur, Nov 2, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 1326 Allston Way, Willow Room, City of Berkeley Corporation Yard
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Public_Works_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Friday, November 3, 2017
No scheduled meetings
Saturday, November 4, 2017
Open to the Public, Assembly District 15 Candidate Forum Hosted by CA Democratic Party African American Caucus. , Saturday Nov 4, 11:00 am – 2:00 pm 2600 Mission Bell Dr, in San Pablo, Contra Costa College, Paul Cobb Moderator, https://www.facebook.com/events/1569508013079595
http://www.aroundthecapitol.com/districts/AD15/
Sunday, November 5, 2017
Upcoming Projects in District 2 with Councilmember Cheryl Davila, Sunday Nov 5, 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm, Frances Albrier Park, 2800 Park
Week October 22 to October 29, 2017
There are some very interesting meeting packets and agendas in the upcoming week.
Monday the Zero Waste Commission will be discussing the impact of China’s National Sword Regulations on Paper and Plastic Recycling – China is reducing importing contaminated waste for recycling. 2/3 of CA paper and plastic recycling is exported to China for processing. Wednesday’s Police Review Commission packet contains the police after action reports. The August 27 demonstrations list a policing cost of over $200,000. The Mental Health agenda packet for Thursday has data on substance abuse in Alameda County.
The City Council Meeting agenda for Oct 31 is posted and contains 3 items on policing. Item 26 Use of force - definition and recording of all use of force. Item 28. Disparate Racial Treatment, 29. Police Review Commission Charter amendment ballot initiative. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2017/10_Oct/City_Council__10-31-2017_-_Regular_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
Sunday, October 22, 2017
Upcoming Projects in District 2 with Councilmember Cheryl Davila, Sun, Oct 22, 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm, Strawberry Creek Park, 1620 Allston Way (near playground)
Indivisible Berkeley General Assembly Meeting, Sun, Oct 22, 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1970 Chestnut St, Finnish Hall,
https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/calendar
Monday, October 23, 2017
Tax the Rich rally, Mon, Oct. 23, 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm, top of Solano in front of closed Oaks Theater, (winter hours start November 6)
Children, Youth and Recreation Commission, Mon, Oct 23, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 2800 Park St, Frances Albrier Community Center at San Pablo Park
http://www.ci.berkeley.ca.us/Children_Youth_and_Recreation_Commission/
Berkeley City Council Closed Session, Mon, Oct 23, 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm, 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, Conference with Labor Negotiators
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Open Government Commission Lobbyist Registration and Revolving Door Subcommittee, Mon, Oct 23, 6:30 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center,
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/opengovermentcommission/
Zero Waste Commission, Mon, Oct 23, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, agenda: China reducing contaminated imports for recycling, CA exports most paper, plastics, 2/3 go to China
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Zero_Waste_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Tuesday, October 24, 2017
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board – Tenants’ Rights Workshop, Tues, Oct 24, 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm, Berkeley Central Library, 3rd Floor, 2090 Kittredge
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Housing Advisory Commission – U1 Expenditures Subcommittee, Tue, Oct 24, 6:00 pm, Au Coquelet, 2000 University Ave,
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Housing_Advisory_Commission/
Police Review Commission – Closed Inquiry Hearing, Tue, Oct 24, 5:30 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, Berkeley Police Association v. City of Berkeley
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Wednesday October 25, 2017
Civic Arts Commission, Wed, Oct 25, 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/CivicArtsCommissionHomepage/
Commission on the Status of Women, Wed, Oct 29, 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_the_Status_of_Women_Homepage.aspx
Disaster and Fire Safety Commission, Wed, Oct 25, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 997 Cedar St, Fire Department Training Center – NO AGENDA posted
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Disaster_and_Fire_Safety_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Energy Commission, 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Energy_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Police Review Commission, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, agenda packet: contains police after action reports from Aug 27, Sept 14 and Free Speech Week
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Thursday, October 26, 2017
Mental Health Commission, Thur, Oct 26, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, agenda includes Commission draft By-laws
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Mental_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Zoning Adjustments Board, Thur, Oct 26, 7:00 pm – 11:30 pm, 2134 MLK Jr. Way, City Council Chambers
- 2241 Ninth St – enclose 210 sq ft covered balcony at multi-family property that exceeds density and lot coverage, on consent
- 2040 Fourth St – establish beer and wine service at nail salon, on consent
- 835 Folger – demolish non-residential building – Ashby Lumber, on consent
- 2580 Bancroft Ave – EIR Scoping and Preview, demolish 2558 – 2588 and rear half of Fred Turner Building 2546-2554 Bancroft, a City Landmark and construct mixed use building with 122 dwelling units
- 740 Ensenada Ave – Appeal to approval of addition to single family home
- 1717 University – demolish 1-story commercial building and house and construct mixed-use with 28 dwelling units
- 739 Channing Way – 3 detached, 3-story buildings with 10 dwellings, 4 live-work, 1-office,
Community Health Commission, Thur, Oct 26, 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm, 2939 Ellis St. South Berkeley Senior Center, NO AGENDA posted
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Community_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Friday, October 27, 2017
No City meetings found
Saturday, October 28, 2017 and Sunday, October 29, 2017
Looks quiet – get ready for halloween
Sunday, October 15, 2017
Sunday Streets Berkeley – canceled to poor air quality
Monday, October 16, 2017
Tax the Rich rally – cancelled, air quality predicted to remain poor on Monday
Agenda Committee City Council, Monday, Oct 16, 2:30 pm – 3:00 pm, 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, agenda planning for City Council Oct 31, refer to BPD to address racial disparate treatment, ballot initiative for PRC, Lorin district economic plan, require BPD reporting all use of force
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Agenda_Committee__2017_Index.aspx
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board, Monday, Oct 16, 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm, 2134 MLK Jr. Way, City Council Chambers
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Rent_Stabilization_Board/Home/Agenda__RSB_2017_Oct_16.aspx
Civic Arts Commission – BART Plaza Sculpture Selection Panel, Monday, Oct 16, 9:00 am – 10:30 am, 2180 Milvia St. Civic Center Cypress Room, 1st Floor
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/CivicArtsCommissionHomepage/
Tuesday, October 17, 2017
City Council, Thursday, Oct. 17, 2134 MLK Jr Way
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
Peace and Justice Commission, Tuesday, Oct. 17, 7:00 pm – 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, agenda: socially responsible investing, Surveillance Policy,
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Peace_and_Justice_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Wednesday October 18, 2017
Commission on Aging, Wednesday, Oct 18, 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, agenda: sidewalk safety
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Aging_Homepage.aspx
Human Welfare & Community Action Commission, Wednesday, Oct 18, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center,
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Human_Welfare_and_Community_Action_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Planning Commission, Wednesday, Oct 18, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, agenda: R-1A Development Standards
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Animal Care Commission, usual meeting 3rd Wednesday, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1 Bolivar Drive, Berkeley Animal Shelter – No meeting schedule or agenda posted
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Animal_Care_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Thursday, October 19, 2017
Design Review Committee, Thursday, Oct 19, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center
Fair Campaign Practices Commission, Thursday, Oct 19, 7:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center,
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/FCPC/
Open Government Commission, Thursday, Oct 19, 7:30 pm or 8:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, agenda: complaint City Board and Commission meeting minutes not posted in a timely manner, City Deputy Attorney no requirement to do so
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/opengovermentcommission/
Loan Administration Board, Thursday, Oct 19, 6:30 pm, 1250 9th Street, The Companion Group, agenda: program review, loan extension, East Bay Media Center, Minuteman Press 2nd loan, Souvenir Coffee
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Loan_Administration_Board_Homepage.aspx
Sugar-Sweetened Beverage Product Panel of Experts, Thursday, Oct 19, 7:00 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, meeting 3rd Thursday, No Agenda posted
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Sugar-Sweetened_Beverage_Product_Panel_of_Experts.aspx
Transportation Commission, Thursday, Oct 19, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Transportation_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Friday, October 20, 2017
No posted city meetings
Saturday, October 21, 2017
Canvassing scheduled for District 10 Tracy Modesto area to flip District from red to blue, summary of participating organizations and website links
http://wellstoneclub.org/opportunities-to-flip-cd10-from-red-to-blue-oct-2017/
Sunday, October 22, 2017
Indivisible Berkeley General Assembly Meeting, Sunday, Oct 22, 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1970 Chestnut St, Finnish Hall,
https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/calendar
Sunday Streets Berkeley – canceled to poor air quality
Monday, October 16, 2017
Tax the Rich rally – cancelled, air quality predicted to remain poor on Monday
Agenda Committee City Council, Monday, Oct 16, 2:30 pm – 3:00 pm, 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, agenda planning for City Council Oct 31, refer to BPD to address racial disparate treatment, ballot initiative for PRC, Lorin district economic plan, require BPD reporting all use of force
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Agenda_Committee__2017_Index.aspx
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board, Monday, Oct 16, 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm, 2134 MLK Jr. Way, City Council Chambers
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Rent_Stabilization_Board/Home/Agenda__RSB_2017_Oct_16.aspx
Civic Arts Commission – BART Plaza Sculpture Selection Panel, Monday, Oct 16, 9:00 am – 10:30 am, 2180 Milvia St. Civic Center Cypress Room, 1st Floor
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/CivicArtsCommissionHomepage/
Tuesday, October 17, 2017
City Council, Thursday, Oct. 17, 2134 MLK Jr Way
- 4:00 pm Closed Session – Conference with legal counsel Post Office v. City of Berkeley
- 6:00 pm Regular Meeting – agenda: 20. Homeless Service funding & 36. Homeless Service alternate funding, 26. Increase public accessible restrooms and sanitation facilities referral to City Manager, 28. Expenses associated with protests/events, 32. Appeal 970 Santa Barbara Rd, 34. T1 bonds $35 million, 37. Suicide prevention, 38. Zero waste Strategic Plan, 40. Admin changes to increase competitiveness of Taxicabs https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
Peace and Justice Commission, Tuesday, Oct. 17, 7:00 pm – 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, agenda: socially responsible investing, Surveillance Policy,
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Peace_and_Justice_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Wednesday October 18, 2017
Commission on Aging, Wednesday, Oct 18, 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, agenda: sidewalk safety
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Aging_Homepage.aspx
Human Welfare & Community Action Commission, Wednesday, Oct 18, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center,
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Human_Welfare_and_Community_Action_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Planning Commission, Wednesday, Oct 18, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, agenda: R-1A Development Standards
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Animal Care Commission, usual meeting 3rd Wednesday, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1 Bolivar Drive, Berkeley Animal Shelter – No meeting schedule or agenda posted
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Animal_Care_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Thursday, October 19, 2017
Design Review Committee, Thursday, Oct 19, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center
- 2811-2815 Channing Way – exterior improvements single family dwelling to 3 units, comments building A only
- 2129 Shattuck – Center Street Hotel, mixed use hotel, residential condominiums, new BofA, office, restaurant, signage Residence Inn, Mariott
- 2100 San Pablo Ave - 4-story, mixed use 92 unit residential care facility with 33 parking spaces
- 2009 Addison St, 7-story mixed use with theatre 1st floor, school of theater 2nd floor, 44 residential units floors 3 -7
- 1050 Parker – 3-story commercial building, 61,000 research and development and medical office and quick service restaurant, 119 parking spaces
Fair Campaign Practices Commission, Thursday, Oct 19, 7:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center,
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/FCPC/
Open Government Commission, Thursday, Oct 19, 7:30 pm or 8:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, agenda: complaint City Board and Commission meeting minutes not posted in a timely manner, City Deputy Attorney no requirement to do so
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/opengovermentcommission/
Loan Administration Board, Thursday, Oct 19, 6:30 pm, 1250 9th Street, The Companion Group, agenda: program review, loan extension, East Bay Media Center, Minuteman Press 2nd loan, Souvenir Coffee
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Loan_Administration_Board_Homepage.aspx
Sugar-Sweetened Beverage Product Panel of Experts, Thursday, Oct 19, 7:00 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, meeting 3rd Thursday, No Agenda posted
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Sugar-Sweetened_Beverage_Product_Panel_of_Experts.aspx
Transportation Commission, Thursday, Oct 19, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Transportation_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Friday, October 20, 2017
No posted city meetings
Saturday, October 21, 2017
Canvassing scheduled for District 10 Tracy Modesto area to flip District from red to blue, summary of participating organizations and website links
http://wellstoneclub.org/opportunities-to-flip-cd10-from-red-to-blue-oct-2017/
Sunday, October 22, 2017
Indivisible Berkeley General Assembly Meeting, Sunday, Oct 22, 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1970 Chestnut St, Finnish Hall,
https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/calendar
October 17 City Council agenda is available for comment, agenda 28. Expenses associated with protests/events, 32. Appeal 970 Santa Barbara Rd, 34. T1 bonds $35 million, 37. Suicide prevention, 38. Zero waste Strategic Plan, 40. Admin changes to increase competitiveness of Taxicabs https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2017/10_Oct/City_Council__10-17-2017_-_Regular_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
Sunday, October 8, 2017
Take Back the Vote, Day Two Day National Conference, Sunday, 8, 10:00 am – 6:00 pm, 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center, 1 day ticket $25, total for both days was $40
Live Stream https://www.facebook.com/VotingRightsTaskForce/
https://nvrtf.org/
Community Event to Discuss Upcoming Projects in District 2 Hosted by District 2 Councilmember Cheryl Davila, Oct 8, 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm Aquatic Park, 80 Bolivar (near the playground)
Indivisible Berkeley General Assembly, Sunday, Oct 8, 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1970 Chestnut St, Finnish Hall, General Assembly meeting, https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/
Sunflower Alliance Meeting, Sunday, Oct 8, 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm, Bobby Bowens Progressive Center - 2540 Macdonald, Richmond, http://www.sunflower-alliance.org/sunflower-alliance-meeting-july-9/
Monday, October 9, 2017
Tax the Rich rally, Monday, Oct. 2, 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm, top of Solano in front of closed Oaks Theater,
Indigenous Peoples Day, Monday, Oct 9, 12:00 pm, Student organized rally at Sproul Plaza,
Tuesday, October 10, 2017
Berkeley city Council Special Worksession, Tuesday, Oct 10, 6:00 pm, 2134 MLK Jr Way, Council Chambers, Berkeley Housing Authority (out of funds Dec 2017), Zero Waste – Commercial Waste Collection, Cannabis Ordinance,
Housing Advisory Commission - U1 Funds Subcommittee, Tuesday, Oct 10, 6:00 pm, 2000 University, Ave, Au Coquelet
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Housing_Advisory_Commission/
Civic Arts Commission – Policy Committee, Tuesday, Oct. 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 2020 Shattuck, back patio Comal, agenda arts-culture plan, festival funding
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/CivicArtsCommissionHomepage/
Wednesday October 11, 2017
LPC – Rose Garden Inn Subcommittee, planned, but not posted - look for time and place of meeting
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/landmarkspreservationcommission/
Parks and Waterfront Commission, Wednesday, Oct. 11, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 2800 Park St, Frances Albrier Community Center
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Parks_and_Waterfront_Commission.aspx
Police Review Commission, Wednesday, Oct. 11, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, agenda: right to watch, observation Urban Shield,
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Landlord Seminar: Evictions – Rights and Responsibilities, Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board, Wednesday, Oct 11, 5:15 pm – 6:15 pm, 2125 Milvia St, Rent Stabilization Board, 2nd Floor, Law Library
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Homeless Commission, Wednesday, Oct. 11, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, agenda: Hepatitis vaccine, rainy season shelters, Pathways Project,
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Homeless_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Thursday, October 12, 2017
Community Environmental Advisory Commission, Thursday, Oct 12, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Russell St, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library, agenda: safe drug disposal, mandatory green stormwater infrastructure – new buildings
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Community_Environmental_Advisory_Commission/
Zoning Adjustments Board, Thursday, Oct 12, 7:00 pm – 11:30 pm, 2134 MLK Jr. Way, City Council Chambers
Friday, October 13, 2017
City reduced services day
Saturday, October 14, 2017
Indigenous Peoples Day Pow Wow and Indian Market, Saturday, Oct 14, 10:00 am – 6:00 pm, MLK Civic Center Park
Sunday, October 15, 2017
Sunday Streets Berkeley, Sunday, Oct 15, 11:00 am – 4:00 pm, Shattuck will be closed from Rose St to Channing Way
Sunday, October 8, 2017
Take Back the Vote, Day Two Day National Conference, Sunday, 8, 10:00 am – 6:00 pm, 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center, 1 day ticket $25, total for both days was $40
Live Stream https://www.facebook.com/VotingRightsTaskForce/
https://nvrtf.org/
Community Event to Discuss Upcoming Projects in District 2 Hosted by District 2 Councilmember Cheryl Davila, Oct 8, 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm Aquatic Park, 80 Bolivar (near the playground)
Indivisible Berkeley General Assembly, Sunday, Oct 8, 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1970 Chestnut St, Finnish Hall, General Assembly meeting, https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/
Sunflower Alliance Meeting, Sunday, Oct 8, 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm, Bobby Bowens Progressive Center - 2540 Macdonald, Richmond, http://www.sunflower-alliance.org/sunflower-alliance-meeting-july-9/
Monday, October 9, 2017
Tax the Rich rally, Monday, Oct. 2, 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm, top of Solano in front of closed Oaks Theater,
Indigenous Peoples Day, Monday, Oct 9, 12:00 pm, Student organized rally at Sproul Plaza,
Tuesday, October 10, 2017
Berkeley city Council Special Worksession, Tuesday, Oct 10, 6:00 pm, 2134 MLK Jr Way, Council Chambers, Berkeley Housing Authority (out of funds Dec 2017), Zero Waste – Commercial Waste Collection, Cannabis Ordinance,
Housing Advisory Commission - U1 Funds Subcommittee, Tuesday, Oct 10, 6:00 pm, 2000 University, Ave, Au Coquelet
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Housing_Advisory_Commission/
Civic Arts Commission – Policy Committee, Tuesday, Oct. 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 2020 Shattuck, back patio Comal, agenda arts-culture plan, festival funding
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/CivicArtsCommissionHomepage/
Wednesday October 11, 2017
LPC – Rose Garden Inn Subcommittee, planned, but not posted - look for time and place of meeting
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/landmarkspreservationcommission/
Parks and Waterfront Commission, Wednesday, Oct. 11, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 2800 Park St, Frances Albrier Community Center
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Parks_and_Waterfront_Commission.aspx
Police Review Commission, Wednesday, Oct. 11, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, agenda: right to watch, observation Urban Shield,
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Landlord Seminar: Evictions – Rights and Responsibilities, Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board, Wednesday, Oct 11, 5:15 pm – 6:15 pm, 2125 Milvia St, Rent Stabilization Board, 2nd Floor, Law Library
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Homeless Commission, Wednesday, Oct. 11, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, agenda: Hepatitis vaccine, rainy season shelters, Pathways Project,
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Homeless_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Thursday, October 12, 2017
Community Environmental Advisory Commission, Thursday, Oct 12, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Russell St, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library, agenda: safe drug disposal, mandatory green stormwater infrastructure – new buildings
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Community_Environmental_Advisory_Commission/
Zoning Adjustments Board, Thursday, Oct 12, 7:00 pm – 11:30 pm, 2134 MLK Jr. Way, City Council Chambers
- 901 Gilman – establish auto service within existing building, staff recommend approve
- 835 Hearst Ave – appeal Administrative Use permit, staff recommend dismiss appeal and approve
- 2236 Channing Way – convert medical offices and parking into 3 dwelling units, total 22 dwelling units, staff recommend approve
- 1419 Oxford St – construct single family dwelling by demolishing garage in hillside overlay restricted area, staff recommend deny
- 2920 Telegraph – operate private school grades 6 – 12 in existing commercial building, staff recommend approve
- 912 Cedar – demolish existing single family dwelling and accessory structure, construct 2 new detached 2-story dwellings, staff recommend approve
Friday, October 13, 2017
City reduced services day
Saturday, October 14, 2017
Indigenous Peoples Day Pow Wow and Indian Market, Saturday, Oct 14, 10:00 am – 6:00 pm, MLK Civic Center Park
Sunday, October 15, 2017
Sunday Streets Berkeley, Sunday, Oct 15, 11:00 am – 4:00 pm, Shattuck will be closed from Rose St to Channing Way
Week October 1 - October 8, 2017
Sunday, October 1, 2017
Indivisible Berkeley Elections Team Meeting, Sunday, October 1, 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1606 Bonita Ave, BFUU, https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/calendar
Monday, October 2, 2017
Agenda Committee, Monday, Oct 2, 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm, 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Conf Room, agenda planning for Oct 17 City Council,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Agenda_Committee__2017_Index.aspx
Tax the Rich rally, Monday, Oct. 2, 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm, top of Solano in front of closed Oaks Theater,
Civic Arts Commission, Monday Oct 2, am2180 Milvia St, Cypress Rm 1st Flr,
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board, Monday, Oct. 2, 2001 Center St, Law Library, 2nd Flr
Peace and Justice Commission, Monday Oct 2, 6:00 pm – 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, no agenda posted on commission website, separate notice received, meeting will start early with BUSD presentation on social justice issues, followed by socially responsible investment and procurement oversight
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Peace_and_Justice_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Personnel Board, Monday Oct 2, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Personnel_Board_Homepage.aspx
Tuesday, October 3, 2017
Berkeley City Council, Tuesday, Oct. 3, 2134 MLK Jr Way, Council Chambers,
Wednesday, October 4, 2017
Board of Library Trustees, Wednesday, Oct 4, 6:30 pm, is listed as meeting date, however, no agenda is posted, 1901 Russell St, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library,
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
Commission on Disability, Wednesday, Oct 4, 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, agenda, automatic door openers, universal design/visitability
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Disability_Homepage.aspx
Planning Commission, Wednesday, Oct 4, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, agenda, accessory dwelling units ordinance amendments, urban agriculture, affordable housing subcommittee related to community benefits
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Thursday, October 5, 2017
2x2 Committee (City Council – Arreguin, Maio & BUSD – Appel, Hemphill), Thursday, Oct 5, 8:30 am – 10:00 am, 2020 Bonor Street, Room 126, Berkeley Unified School District, agenda, mental health collaboration, Homeless BUSD students, Sanctuary City, Closure of MLK Civic Center Park from October 16 to End of December, 2017
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/2x2_Committee_Homepage.aspx
Berkeley City Sponsored Meeting on Search for Planning Director, Thursday, Oct 5, 5:30 pm, 2939 Ellis St., South Berkeley Senior Center, unable to attend, respond to survery by October 9, 2017, even if you can go check out the 5 question survey https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/berkeleyplanningdirector
Town Hall hosted by Councilmember Kate Harrison on sale of high-content alcoholic beverages in Berkeley, Thursday, Oct 5, 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center,
Housing Advisory Commission, Thursday, Oct 5, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, agenda, appointment of Density Bonus Subcommittee, student housing, affordable housing funding strategies, city council items
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Housing_Advisory_Commission/
Landmarks Preservation Commission, Thursday, Oct 5, 7:00 pm – 11:30 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, election of chair,
Medical Cannabis Commission, Thursday, Oct 5, 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm, 2180 Milvia St, 6th Floor,
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/MedicalCannabis/
Public Works Commission, Thursday, Oct 5, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 1326 Allston Way, Willow Room, City of Berkeley Corporation Yard, no posted agenda
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Public_Works_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Friday, October 6, 2017
No city meetings - found
Saturday, October 7, 2017
Take Back the Vote, Two Day National Conference, Saturday & Sunday, Oct 7 & 8, 10:00 am – 6:00 pm, 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center,
https://www.facebook.com/events/339572676470531/
Citizens for East Shore Parks, Visualizing Sea-rise, Saturday, Oct, 7, 11:00 pm – 5:00 pm, (speakers at 1:00 pm) 5551 Giant Hwy, Richmond, Point Pinole Regional Shoreline Park, to sign up email [email protected]
Sunday, October 8, 2017
Community Event to Discuss Upcoming Projects in District 2 Hosted by District 2 Councilmember Cheryl Davila, Oct 8, 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm Aquatic Park, 80 Bolivar (near the playground)
Indivisible Berkeley General Assembly, Sunday, Oct 8, 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1970 Chestnut St, Finnish Hall, General Assembly meeting, https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/
Sunflower Alliance Meeting, Sunday, Oct 8, 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm, Bobby Bowens Progressive Center - 2540 Macdonald, Richmond, http://www.sunflower-alliance.org/sunflower-alliance-meeting-july-9/
California Cap and Trade Scam Sept 19 event captured by videographer - Jay Wilson and now available online, http://www.sunflower-alliance.org/the-cap-and-trade-scam-video-from-the-forum/
Sunday, October 1, 2017
Indivisible Berkeley Elections Team Meeting, Sunday, October 1, 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1606 Bonita Ave, BFUU, https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/calendar
Monday, October 2, 2017
Agenda Committee, Monday, Oct 2, 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm, 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Conf Room, agenda planning for Oct 17 City Council,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Agenda_Committee__2017_Index.aspx
Tax the Rich rally, Monday, Oct. 2, 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm, top of Solano in front of closed Oaks Theater,
Civic Arts Commission, Monday Oct 2, am2180 Milvia St, Cypress Rm 1st Flr,
- 9:00 am – 9:40 am, Public Art Subcommittee meeting,
- 9:40 am – 10:30 am BART Plaza Sculpture Selection Panel meeting
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board, Monday, Oct. 2, 2001 Center St, Law Library, 2nd Flr
- 9:00 am, IRA/IGA/Registration Committee Meeting
- 5:30 pm, Outreach Committee Meeting
Peace and Justice Commission, Monday Oct 2, 6:00 pm – 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, no agenda posted on commission website, separate notice received, meeting will start early with BUSD presentation on social justice issues, followed by socially responsible investment and procurement oversight
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Peace_and_Justice_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Personnel Board, Monday Oct 2, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Personnel_Board_Homepage.aspx
Tuesday, October 3, 2017
Berkeley City Council, Tuesday, Oct. 3, 2134 MLK Jr Way, Council Chambers,
- 4:00 pm, Special Session – agenda from cancelled Sept 26 meeting,
- 6:00 pm, Regular meeting, Lorin District/Adeline Plan, porta potties
Wednesday, October 4, 2017
Board of Library Trustees, Wednesday, Oct 4, 6:30 pm, is listed as meeting date, however, no agenda is posted, 1901 Russell St, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library,
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
Commission on Disability, Wednesday, Oct 4, 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, agenda, automatic door openers, universal design/visitability
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Disability_Homepage.aspx
Planning Commission, Wednesday, Oct 4, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, agenda, accessory dwelling units ordinance amendments, urban agriculture, affordable housing subcommittee related to community benefits
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Thursday, October 5, 2017
2x2 Committee (City Council – Arreguin, Maio & BUSD – Appel, Hemphill), Thursday, Oct 5, 8:30 am – 10:00 am, 2020 Bonor Street, Room 126, Berkeley Unified School District, agenda, mental health collaboration, Homeless BUSD students, Sanctuary City, Closure of MLK Civic Center Park from October 16 to End of December, 2017
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/2x2_Committee_Homepage.aspx
Berkeley City Sponsored Meeting on Search for Planning Director, Thursday, Oct 5, 5:30 pm, 2939 Ellis St., South Berkeley Senior Center, unable to attend, respond to survery by October 9, 2017, even if you can go check out the 5 question survey https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/berkeleyplanningdirector
Town Hall hosted by Councilmember Kate Harrison on sale of high-content alcoholic beverages in Berkeley, Thursday, Oct 5, 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center,
Housing Advisory Commission, Thursday, Oct 5, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, agenda, appointment of Density Bonus Subcommittee, student housing, affordable housing funding strategies, city council items
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Housing_Advisory_Commission/
Landmarks Preservation Commission, Thursday, Oct 5, 7:00 pm – 11:30 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, election of chair,
- 835 Folger – demolition, discussion
- 40 Southhampton Ave & 41 San Diego Road - referral – John Hinkel Park, artificial grass in plan, provide comment
- 2740 Telegraph Ave – Rose Garden Inn – continue hearing on structural alteration permit
- 2500 Shattuck Ave – open continued hearing, landmark or structure of merit
- 4 Greenwood Common - Mills Act Contract
Medical Cannabis Commission, Thursday, Oct 5, 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm, 2180 Milvia St, 6th Floor,
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/MedicalCannabis/
Public Works Commission, Thursday, Oct 5, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 1326 Allston Way, Willow Room, City of Berkeley Corporation Yard, no posted agenda
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Public_Works_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Friday, October 6, 2017
No city meetings - found
Saturday, October 7, 2017
Take Back the Vote, Two Day National Conference, Saturday & Sunday, Oct 7 & 8, 10:00 am – 6:00 pm, 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center,
https://www.facebook.com/events/339572676470531/
Citizens for East Shore Parks, Visualizing Sea-rise, Saturday, Oct, 7, 11:00 pm – 5:00 pm, (speakers at 1:00 pm) 5551 Giant Hwy, Richmond, Point Pinole Regional Shoreline Park, to sign up email [email protected]
Sunday, October 8, 2017
Community Event to Discuss Upcoming Projects in District 2 Hosted by District 2 Councilmember Cheryl Davila, Oct 8, 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm Aquatic Park, 80 Bolivar (near the playground)
Indivisible Berkeley General Assembly, Sunday, Oct 8, 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1970 Chestnut St, Finnish Hall, General Assembly meeting, https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/
Sunflower Alliance Meeting, Sunday, Oct 8, 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm, Bobby Bowens Progressive Center - 2540 Macdonald, Richmond, http://www.sunflower-alliance.org/sunflower-alliance-meeting-july-9/
California Cap and Trade Scam Sept 19 event captured by videographer - Jay Wilson and now available online, http://www.sunflower-alliance.org/the-cap-and-trade-scam-video-from-the-forum/
Week September 24 - October 1, 2017
Late Post
Town Hall on Paid Family Leave with Commission on Labor and the Commission on the Status of Women, Saturday, Sept 30, 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm 1901 Russell St., Tarea Pittman South Branch Library,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Labor_Homepage.aspx
As of Friday, September 22, 6:43 pm it is unknown if media personalities will appear and if “Free Speech Week” at UC Berkeley is on or off. Berkeley Patriot event organizers had not responded to UCB requests for a list of confirmed speakers. By Saturday, September 23 "Free Speech Week" was over before it started, however, demonstrations continue.
City Council Agenda for September 26 was canceled in anticipation of "Free Speech Week" demonstrations and white supremacists converging in Berkeley. All the agenda items from what was the September 26th meeting are now listed as a special meeting starting at 4:00 pm and then the regular Oct 3 session starting at 6:00 pm. Porta Potties are on the 6:00 pm agenda. The agenda for Oct 3 is posted. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Plan ahead, two day national conference, Take Back the Vote, October 7 and 8, 10:00 am – 6:00 pm at South Berkeley senior Center, https://www.facebook.com/events/339572676470531/
Sunday, September 24, 2017
Community Event to Discuss Upcoming Projects in District 2 Hosted by District 2 Councilmember Cheryl Davila, Sept 24, 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm, George Florence Park, 2121 10th Street
Indivisible Berkeley General Assembly, Sunday, Sept 24, doors open at 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1970 Chestnut St, Finnish Hall, General Assembly meeting, https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/ Nancy Skinner speaker for evening
Sunflower Alliance Meeting, Sunday, Sept 24, 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm, Bobby Bowens Progressive Center - 2540 Macdonald, Richmond, http://www.sunflower-alliance.org/
Monday, September 25, 2017
Berkeley Rally Against White Supremacy, Monday, Sept 25, 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm at Crescent Lawn, UCB Crescent, Oxford and Addison
https://www.facebook.com/events/1913702082216179
Tax the Rich rally, Monday, Sept 25, 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm, top of Solano in front of closed Oaks Theater, rally usually 15 - 25. The one hour every Monday rally was started by Evelyn Glaubman 9-12-2011. Activity: singing protest songs with Occupella, holding signs (we have plenty) to tax the rich, tax big corporations, healthcare, social and justice issues.
Children, Youth and Recreation Commission, Monday, Sept 25, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 2800 Park St, Frances Albrier Community Center at San Pablo Park http://www.ci.berkeley.ca.us/Children_Youth_and_Recreation_Commission/
Youth Commission, Monday, Sept 25, 6:30 pm, 1730 Oregon St, Martin Luther King Jr. Youth Services Center
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Youth_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Zero Waste Commission, Monday, Sept 25, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Zero_Waste_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Public Banking Funds Sustainable Energy – panel discussion at Oakland City Hall, Monday, Sept 25, 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm, Oakland City Hall, Frank H Ogawa Plaza
http://wellstoneclub.org/event/public-banking-funds-sustainable-energy-panel-discussion-at-oakland-city-hall/
Tuesday, September 26, 2017
Stand Up for Oakland Tenants, Tuesday, Sept. 26, 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm, Oakland City Hall
Wednesday, September 27, 2017
How the Farm Bill Affects Hunger – And What You Can Do About It, Wenesday, Sept 27, 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm, 7900 Edgewater Drive, Oakland, Alameda Co. Food Bank
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/how-the-farm-bill-affects-hunger-and-what-you-can-do-about-it-registration-37291367484
Eviction/Section 8/Foreclosure Committee of Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board, Wednesday, Sept 27, 5:30 pm, 2001 Center St. Law Library 2nd Floor
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Civic Arts Commission, Wednesday, Sept 27, 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/CivicArtsCommissionHomepage/
Commission on the Status of Women, Wednesday, Sept 27, 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_the_Status_of_Women_Homepage.aspx
Disaster and Fire Safety Commission, Wednesday, Sept 27, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 997 Cedar St, Fire Department Training Center
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Disaster_and_Fire_Safety_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Energy Commission, Wednesday, Sept 27, 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Energy_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Peace and Justice Commission – Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Subcommittee, Wednesday, Sept 27, 12:30 pm – 2:00 pm, 2180 Milvia St, Cottonwood Conf. Room, Civic Center, 1st Floor
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Peace_and_Justice_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Police Review Commission, Wednesday, Sept 27, 7:00 pm – 9:30 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, agenda includes CPE report, new policy recording of law enforcement, urban shield, urgency ordinance, pepper spray ordinance and crowd control,
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Thursday, September 28, 2017
3x3 Committee, Thursday, Sept 28, 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, 2nd Floor, 3x3 Committee consists of 3 City Council members and 3 members of Berkeley Housing Authority, This meeting is incorrectly posted on the webpage as occurring on Friday, September 29, the downloaded agenda shows September 28
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/3x3_Committee_Homepage.aspx
Community Health Commission, Sept 28, 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm, 2939 Ellis St. South Berkeley Senior Center, (no meeting in August or December, November meeting is 3rd Thursday
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Community_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Mental Health Commission, Sept 28, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, agenda includes possible action on ZAB appeal of 2527 San Pablo and bylaws
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Mental_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Zoning Adjustments Board, Sept 28, 7:00 pm – 11:30 pm, 2134 MLK Jr. Way, City Council Chambers
Wellstone Democratic Renewal Club, Thursday, Sept 28, potluck 6:00 pm, meeting 6:45 pm – 9:00 pm, 390 27th Street, Humanist Hall, agenda “What It Takes to Defeat the Right: the Politics of Unity
http://wellstoneclub.org/event/club-meeting-for-september-2017/
Friday, September 29, 2017
Nothing eventful yet – as of Friday, Sept 22,
Saturday, September 30, 2017
Nothing eventful yet – as of Friday, Sept 22,
Sunday, October 1, 2017
Indivisible Berkeley Elections Team Meeting, Sunday, October 1, 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1606 Bonita Ave, BFUU
Late Post
Town Hall on Paid Family Leave with Commission on Labor and the Commission on the Status of Women, Saturday, Sept 30, 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm 1901 Russell St., Tarea Pittman South Branch Library,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Labor_Homepage.aspx
As of Friday, September 22, 6:43 pm it is unknown if media personalities will appear and if “Free Speech Week” at UC Berkeley is on or off. Berkeley Patriot event organizers had not responded to UCB requests for a list of confirmed speakers. By Saturday, September 23 "Free Speech Week" was over before it started, however, demonstrations continue.
City Council Agenda for September 26 was canceled in anticipation of "Free Speech Week" demonstrations and white supremacists converging in Berkeley. All the agenda items from what was the September 26th meeting are now listed as a special meeting starting at 4:00 pm and then the regular Oct 3 session starting at 6:00 pm. Porta Potties are on the 6:00 pm agenda. The agenda for Oct 3 is posted. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Plan ahead, two day national conference, Take Back the Vote, October 7 and 8, 10:00 am – 6:00 pm at South Berkeley senior Center, https://www.facebook.com/events/339572676470531/
Sunday, September 24, 2017
Community Event to Discuss Upcoming Projects in District 2 Hosted by District 2 Councilmember Cheryl Davila, Sept 24, 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm, George Florence Park, 2121 10th Street
Indivisible Berkeley General Assembly, Sunday, Sept 24, doors open at 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1970 Chestnut St, Finnish Hall, General Assembly meeting, https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/ Nancy Skinner speaker for evening
Sunflower Alliance Meeting, Sunday, Sept 24, 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm, Bobby Bowens Progressive Center - 2540 Macdonald, Richmond, http://www.sunflower-alliance.org/
Monday, September 25, 2017
Berkeley Rally Against White Supremacy, Monday, Sept 25, 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm at Crescent Lawn, UCB Crescent, Oxford and Addison
https://www.facebook.com/events/1913702082216179
Tax the Rich rally, Monday, Sept 25, 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm, top of Solano in front of closed Oaks Theater, rally usually 15 - 25. The one hour every Monday rally was started by Evelyn Glaubman 9-12-2011. Activity: singing protest songs with Occupella, holding signs (we have plenty) to tax the rich, tax big corporations, healthcare, social and justice issues.
Children, Youth and Recreation Commission, Monday, Sept 25, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 2800 Park St, Frances Albrier Community Center at San Pablo Park http://www.ci.berkeley.ca.us/Children_Youth_and_Recreation_Commission/
Youth Commission, Monday, Sept 25, 6:30 pm, 1730 Oregon St, Martin Luther King Jr. Youth Services Center
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Youth_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Zero Waste Commission, Monday, Sept 25, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Zero_Waste_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Public Banking Funds Sustainable Energy – panel discussion at Oakland City Hall, Monday, Sept 25, 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm, Oakland City Hall, Frank H Ogawa Plaza
http://wellstoneclub.org/event/public-banking-funds-sustainable-energy-panel-discussion-at-oakland-city-hall/
Tuesday, September 26, 2017
Stand Up for Oakland Tenants, Tuesday, Sept. 26, 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm, Oakland City Hall
Wednesday, September 27, 2017
How the Farm Bill Affects Hunger – And What You Can Do About It, Wenesday, Sept 27, 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm, 7900 Edgewater Drive, Oakland, Alameda Co. Food Bank
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/how-the-farm-bill-affects-hunger-and-what-you-can-do-about-it-registration-37291367484
Eviction/Section 8/Foreclosure Committee of Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board, Wednesday, Sept 27, 5:30 pm, 2001 Center St. Law Library 2nd Floor
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Civic Arts Commission, Wednesday, Sept 27, 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/CivicArtsCommissionHomepage/
Commission on the Status of Women, Wednesday, Sept 27, 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_the_Status_of_Women_Homepage.aspx
Disaster and Fire Safety Commission, Wednesday, Sept 27, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 997 Cedar St, Fire Department Training Center
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Disaster_and_Fire_Safety_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Energy Commission, Wednesday, Sept 27, 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Energy_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Peace and Justice Commission – Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Subcommittee, Wednesday, Sept 27, 12:30 pm – 2:00 pm, 2180 Milvia St, Cottonwood Conf. Room, Civic Center, 1st Floor
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Peace_and_Justice_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Police Review Commission, Wednesday, Sept 27, 7:00 pm – 9:30 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, agenda includes CPE report, new policy recording of law enforcement, urban shield, urgency ordinance, pepper spray ordinance and crowd control,
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Thursday, September 28, 2017
3x3 Committee, Thursday, Sept 28, 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, 2nd Floor, 3x3 Committee consists of 3 City Council members and 3 members of Berkeley Housing Authority, This meeting is incorrectly posted on the webpage as occurring on Friday, September 29, the downloaded agenda shows September 28
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/3x3_Committee_Homepage.aspx
Community Health Commission, Sept 28, 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm, 2939 Ellis St. South Berkeley Senior Center, (no meeting in August or December, November meeting is 3rd Thursday
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Community_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Mental Health Commission, Sept 28, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, agenda includes possible action on ZAB appeal of 2527 San Pablo and bylaws
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Mental_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Zoning Adjustments Board, Sept 28, 7:00 pm – 11:30 pm, 2134 MLK Jr. Way, City Council Chambers
- 2811-2815 Channing Way – merge 2 lots, renovate 8-unit apt building, convert single family home and duplex into triplexes for total 14 dwelling units – staff recommend approve
- 2510 Channing – demolish a two story commercial building and construct 7 story mixed use with 36 dwelling units and 2500 sq ft ground level commercial space. – staff recommend approve
- 1155-1173 Hearst Ave - merge 2 lots, substantially rehabilitate 7 existing dwelling units and construct 11 new dwelling units. 6 rent controlled dwellings are currently at this site. Multiple objections to this project plus a terraphase engineering technical memorandum on conditions of soil , flooding and report presented by developer, staff recommend approve
Wellstone Democratic Renewal Club, Thursday, Sept 28, potluck 6:00 pm, meeting 6:45 pm – 9:00 pm, 390 27th Street, Humanist Hall, agenda “What It Takes to Defeat the Right: the Politics of Unity
http://wellstoneclub.org/event/club-meeting-for-september-2017/
Friday, September 29, 2017
Nothing eventful yet – as of Friday, Sept 22,
Saturday, September 30, 2017
Nothing eventful yet – as of Friday, Sept 22,
Sunday, October 1, 2017
Indivisible Berkeley Elections Team Meeting, Sunday, October 1, 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1606 Bonita Ave, BFUU
Week September 17 - September 24, 2017
The meeting list looks long, but should take only seconds to scan. Full agendas are available through the links.
Indivisible Berkeley has upgraded their website with a take action page with a list of actions you can do from home, https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/actions
September 25 is last day to comment on the DEIR (Draft Environmental Impact Report) for 2190 Shattuck Avenue – the 18 story, 194 ft mixed use building at Shattuck Ave and Allston. Building right in the view from Campanile Way.
City Council Agenda for September 26 is posted. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Sunday, September 17, 2017
Indivisible East Bay All Member Meeting, Sunday, Sept 17, 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm, 125 14th Street, Oakland (between Madison and Oak) Oakland Public Library in the Auditorium
https://indivisibleeb.org/upcoming-events/
The Cap and Trade Scam, Sunday, Sept 17, 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm, 155 Grand Ave, Oakland, National Nurses United, co-sponsored by Sunflower Alliance and 350 Bay Area. http://350bayarea.org/event/cap-trade-scam
Monday, September 18, 2017
Agenda Committee, Monday Sept 18, 11:30 am – 12:30 pm (special time this meeting only), 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, Planning for Oct 3 City Council Meeting, taxis and porta potties
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Agenda_Committee__2017_Index.aspx
Tax the Rich rally, Monday, Sept 18, 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm, top of Solano in front of closed Oaks Theater,
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board, Monday, September 18, 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm, 2134 MLK Jr. Way, City Council Chambers
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Tuesday, September 19, 2017
Berkeley City Council, 2134 MLK Jr Way, Council Chambers,
https://www.law360.com/cases/5755ddb6ef84bb20c8000004
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2017/09_Sep/City_Council__09-19-2017_-_Special_Closed_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
Commission on the Status of Women – Paid Leave Subcommittee, Tuesday, Sept 19, 7:00 pm, 2000 University Ave, Au Coquelet
Wednesday, September 20, 2017
Animal Care Commission, Wednesday, Sept 20, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1 Bolivar Drive, Berkeley Animal Shelter, agenda includes maximum number of dogs that can be walked at one time, budget and financials
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Animal_Care_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Civic Arts Commission-Education Subcommittee, Wednesday, Sept 20, 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm, 2142 Center Street, Guacamole 61
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/CivicArtsCommissionHomepage/
Commission on Aging, Wednesday, Sept 20, 1:00 pm –3:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center agenda includes Senior Housing Development by the Pacific School of Religion – George Porter
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Aging_Homepage.aspx
Commission on Labor, Wednesday, Sept 20, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, agenda includes presentation on single payer by CA Nurses
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Labor_Homepage.aspx
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board – Rentable and Sustainable Housing Committee, Wednesday, Sept 20, 5:30 pm, 2001 Center Street, Law Library, 2nd Floor
Human Welfare & Community Action Commission, Wednesday, Sept 20, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, agenda includes block grant standards, strategic planning training, closure Alta Bates, Homeless Policy, anti-displacement,
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Human_Welfare_and_Community_Action_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Planning Commission, cancelled
Police Review Commission – Board of Inquiry Hearing – closed session, Wednesday, September 20, 5:30 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center,
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Thursday, September 21, 2017
Fair Campaign Practices Commission, Thursday, Sept 21, 7:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, agenda includes BERA violations and possible actions related to Nate Wollman, Judy Hunt, Ben Bartlett
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/FCPC/
Open Government Commission, Thursday, Sept 21, 8:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, agenda includes report from lobbyist and revolving door subcommittee and possible action
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/opengovermentcommission/
Design Review Committee, Thursday, Sept 21, 7:00 pm – 11:30 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center
Transportation Commission, Thursday, Sept 21, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Transportation_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Sugar-Sweetened Beverage Product Panel of Experts, Thursday, Sept 21, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center,
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Sugar-Sweetened_Beverage_Product_Panel_of_Experts.aspx
Friday, September 22, 2017
Movies in the Park – Lego Batman, Friday, Sept 22, 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm, 2730 Hillegass Ave @ Russell, Willard Park
www.cityofberkeley.info/recreation
Saturday, September 23, 2017
No Hate In The Bay - March Against White Supremacy, Saturday, Sept 23, 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm, gather at 63rd and Adeline, for festival of resistance to celebrate our multi-racial, multi-cultural, queer and trans, dis-abled, and interfaith communities,
https://www.facebook.com/events/114644749236663/
Breaking the Silence Town Hall on girls & Women of Color 2017, Saturday, Sept 23, 11:00 am - 5:00 pm, 2323 Broadway, Oakland, Impact Hub, sliding scale from free to $20
California renter Power - Statewide Assembly 2017, Saturday, Sept 23 - Sunday, Sept 24, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm, 2201 Encinal Ave, Alameda, Alameda High School, free
https://www.facebook.com/events/1930086477275707/
Sunday, September 24, 2017
Indivisible Berkeley General Assembly, Sunday, Sept 24, doors open at 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1970 Chestnut St, Finnish Hall, General Assembly meeting, https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/
Sunflower Alliance Meeting, Sunday, Sept 24, 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm, Bobby Bowens Progressive Center - 2540 Macdonald, Richmond, http://www.sunflower-alliance.org/sunflower-alliance-meeting-july-9/
The meeting list looks long, but should take only seconds to scan. Full agendas are available through the links.
Indivisible Berkeley has upgraded their website with a take action page with a list of actions you can do from home, https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/actions
September 25 is last day to comment on the DEIR (Draft Environmental Impact Report) for 2190 Shattuck Avenue – the 18 story, 194 ft mixed use building at Shattuck Ave and Allston. Building right in the view from Campanile Way.
City Council Agenda for September 26 is posted. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Sunday, September 17, 2017
Indivisible East Bay All Member Meeting, Sunday, Sept 17, 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm, 125 14th Street, Oakland (between Madison and Oak) Oakland Public Library in the Auditorium
https://indivisibleeb.org/upcoming-events/
The Cap and Trade Scam, Sunday, Sept 17, 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm, 155 Grand Ave, Oakland, National Nurses United, co-sponsored by Sunflower Alliance and 350 Bay Area. http://350bayarea.org/event/cap-trade-scam
Monday, September 18, 2017
Agenda Committee, Monday Sept 18, 11:30 am – 12:30 pm (special time this meeting only), 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, Planning for Oct 3 City Council Meeting, taxis and porta potties
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Agenda_Committee__2017_Index.aspx
Tax the Rich rally, Monday, Sept 18, 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm, top of Solano in front of closed Oaks Theater,
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board, Monday, September 18, 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm, 2134 MLK Jr. Way, City Council Chambers
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Tuesday, September 19, 2017
Berkeley City Council, 2134 MLK Jr Way, Council Chambers,
- Special Closed Session, 4:00 pm, lawsuit OPHCA v. City of Berkeley, 2631 Durant
https://www.law360.com/cases/5755ddb6ef84bb20c8000004
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2017/09_Sep/City_Council__09-19-2017_-_Special_Closed_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
- Worksession, 6:00 pm, Digital Strategic Plan, Residential Preferential Parking
Commission on the Status of Women – Paid Leave Subcommittee, Tuesday, Sept 19, 7:00 pm, 2000 University Ave, Au Coquelet
Wednesday, September 20, 2017
Animal Care Commission, Wednesday, Sept 20, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1 Bolivar Drive, Berkeley Animal Shelter, agenda includes maximum number of dogs that can be walked at one time, budget and financials
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Animal_Care_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Civic Arts Commission-Education Subcommittee, Wednesday, Sept 20, 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm, 2142 Center Street, Guacamole 61
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/CivicArtsCommissionHomepage/
Commission on Aging, Wednesday, Sept 20, 1:00 pm –3:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center agenda includes Senior Housing Development by the Pacific School of Religion – George Porter
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Aging_Homepage.aspx
Commission on Labor, Wednesday, Sept 20, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, agenda includes presentation on single payer by CA Nurses
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Labor_Homepage.aspx
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board – Rentable and Sustainable Housing Committee, Wednesday, Sept 20, 5:30 pm, 2001 Center Street, Law Library, 2nd Floor
Human Welfare & Community Action Commission, Wednesday, Sept 20, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, agenda includes block grant standards, strategic planning training, closure Alta Bates, Homeless Policy, anti-displacement,
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Human_Welfare_and_Community_Action_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Planning Commission, cancelled
Police Review Commission – Board of Inquiry Hearing – closed session, Wednesday, September 20, 5:30 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center,
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Thursday, September 21, 2017
Fair Campaign Practices Commission, Thursday, Sept 21, 7:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, agenda includes BERA violations and possible actions related to Nate Wollman, Judy Hunt, Ben Bartlett
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/FCPC/
Open Government Commission, Thursday, Sept 21, 8:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, agenda includes report from lobbyist and revolving door subcommittee and possible action
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/opengovermentcommission/
Design Review Committee, Thursday, Sept 21, 7:00 pm – 11:30 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center
- 2100 San Pablo Ave: F/U to ZAB preview, 4-story mixed use, 92 dwelling units, advisory comments,
- 1717 University Ave: 5-story mixed use, 28 dwelling units, 4 BMR, recommendations
- 739 Channing Way: 2 new detached 3-story buildings with 10 dwellings, 4-livework, 1-office, recommendations
- 2609 Shattuck Ave: renovate existing building – create restaurant, bar and outside seating
- 2112-2116 Channing Way: retain a previously entitled bed and breakfast and add 19 dwelling units, recommendations
Transportation Commission, Thursday, Sept 21, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Transportation_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Sugar-Sweetened Beverage Product Panel of Experts, Thursday, Sept 21, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center,
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Sugar-Sweetened_Beverage_Product_Panel_of_Experts.aspx
Friday, September 22, 2017
Movies in the Park – Lego Batman, Friday, Sept 22, 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm, 2730 Hillegass Ave @ Russell, Willard Park
www.cityofberkeley.info/recreation
Saturday, September 23, 2017
No Hate In The Bay - March Against White Supremacy, Saturday, Sept 23, 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm, gather at 63rd and Adeline, for festival of resistance to celebrate our multi-racial, multi-cultural, queer and trans, dis-abled, and interfaith communities,
https://www.facebook.com/events/114644749236663/
Breaking the Silence Town Hall on girls & Women of Color 2017, Saturday, Sept 23, 11:00 am - 5:00 pm, 2323 Broadway, Oakland, Impact Hub, sliding scale from free to $20
California renter Power - Statewide Assembly 2017, Saturday, Sept 23 - Sunday, Sept 24, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm, 2201 Encinal Ave, Alameda, Alameda High School, free
https://www.facebook.com/events/1930086477275707/
Sunday, September 24, 2017
Indivisible Berkeley General Assembly, Sunday, Sept 24, doors open at 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1970 Chestnut St, Finnish Hall, General Assembly meeting, https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/
Sunflower Alliance Meeting, Sunday, Sept 24, 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm, Bobby Bowens Progressive Center - 2540 Macdonald, Richmond, http://www.sunflower-alliance.org/sunflower-alliance-meeting-july-9/
Week September 10 - September 17, 2017
Note: Tuesday 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm special City Council session to consider request by City Manager and Berkeley Police Chief to modify current City policy that prohibits the Berkeley Police Department from using PEPPER SPRAY for crowd control. City Manager and Police Chief request allowing use of PEPPER SPRAY.
Results
September 12, Berkeley City Council Pepper Spray Motion and vote - Oleoresin Capsicum - Pepper Spray shall not be used as a crowd control technique to disperse a crowd or move a crowd. Pepper spray shall not be used on persons engaged in legal speech or other expression that is protected by the First Amendment, nor upon those committing unlawful acts by non-violent or passive resistance means, (e.g. sitting or lying down to block a street or doorway). Police may use pepper spray upon specific individuals within a crowd who are committing acts of violence upon police or others.
voting yes - Jesse Arreguin, Ben Bartlett, Lori Droste, Susan Wengraf, Linda Maio, Sophie Hahn
voting no - Kate Harrison, Cheryl Davila, Kris Worthington
Motion to increase the authority of Police Review Commission to hold police accountable and City to plan action on findings from Community Policing Equity (CPE) LOST.
Voting yes – Kate Harrison, Ben Bartlett, Cheryl Davila, Kris Worthinton,
Voting no – Mayor Arreguin, Sophie Hahn, Susan Wengraf, Linda Maio, Lori Droste
Sunday, September 10, 2017
Solano Stroll Parade and Street Festival, Sunday, Sept 10, 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
http://www.solanoavenueassn.org/events/solano-avenue-stroll/
Indivisible Berkeley General Assembly, Sunday, Sept 10, doors open at 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1970 Chestnut St, Finnish Hall, General Assembly meeting, https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/
Sunflower Alliance Meeting, Sunday, August 6, 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm, Bobby Bowens Progressive Center - 2540 Macdonald, Richmond, http://www.sunflower-alliance.org/calendar/
Monday, September 11, 2017
Agenda Committee, Monday, Sept 11, 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm, 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Conf Room, agenda: planning for City Council Sept 26, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Agenda_Committee__2017_Index.aspx
Tax the Rich rally, Monday, Sept 11, 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm, top of Solano in front of closed Oaks Theater, Tax the Rich 6th Birthday – we will have cake, singing, Tax the Rich is now the longest running rally in the history of Berkeley. The very first Tax the Rich rally was September 12, 2011. The Occupy protest in Zuccotti Park began September 17, 2011 five days later.
Tuesday, September 12, 2017
City Council, Tuesday, Sept 12, 2134 MLK Jr. Way, Council Chambers
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Tenants’ rights Seminar, Wednesday, Sept 13, 5:15 pm – 6:15 pm, Rent Stabilization Board, 2nd Flr, 2125 Milvia, Street, http://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/event?oeidk=a07edm7acjq56b54905&llr=7zis6zuab
Homeless Commission, Wednesday, Sept 13, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, agenda: commission future role in funding process, flexible housing pool, homeless encampment, update on porta potties on Adeline
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Homeless_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Parks and Waterfront Commission, Wednesday, Sept 13, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 2800 Park St, Frances Albrier Community Center, agenda: T1 bond, Grove Tennis courts, Gilman fields turf, Cazadero landslide repair
Peace and Justice Commission, Wednesday, Sept 13, 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, agenda: 30th anniversary, declaration opposing fascism, letter to council on white nationalist rallies in Berkeley
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Peace_and_Justice_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Vallejo Town Hall to Stop Rodeo Phillips 66 expansion of Tar Sands oil by ship thru SF Bay, Wednesday, Sept 13, 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm, 545 Magazine St, Vallejo, Norman Kin Community Center. Expansion increases number of ships thru Bay to Vallejo to 135 per year
Thursday, September 14, 2017
Community Environmental Advisory Commission, Thursday, Sept 14,, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Russell St, South Branch Library, agenda: plastic straw ban, phasing out natural gas, city-wide green developments, drug disposal http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Community_Environmental_Advisory_Commission/
Medical Cannabis Commission, Thursday, Sept 14, 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm, 2180 Milvia St, 6th Floor, agenda: items to include in memo for 10-10-17 Council worksession on comprehensive cannabis ordinance
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/MedicalCannabis/
Zoning Adjustments Board, Thursday, Sept 14, 7:00 pm – 11:30 pm, 2134 MLK Jr. Way, City Council Chambers
Friday, September 15, 2017
No meetings events found
Saturday, September 16, 2017
McGee-Spaulding Neighbors Taking Action, Saturday, Sept 16, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm, potluck brunch and meeting, University Terrace meeting room, entrance is on garden side from the Jefferson Street parking lot between Allston and Addison.
International Shoreline Cleanup, Saturday, Sept 16, 9:00 am – 12:00 pm, Shoreline Park Nature Center, 160 University at Seawall, bring gloves, sunscreen, water and bags/buckets, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=15035
Trump-Proof the Bay Area! Building the Socialist Resistance, Saturday, Sept 16, 6:30 pm, Oakland Peace Center, 111 Fairmont Ave, Oakland, Kshama Sawant, Jeremy Gong, Gayle McGlaughlin
Sunday, September 17, 2017
The Cap and Trade Scam, Sunday, Sept 17, 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm, 155 Grand Ave, Oakland, National Nurses United, co-sponsored by Sunflower Alliance and 350 Bay Area. http://350bayarea.org/event/cap-trade-scam
Note: Tuesday 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm special City Council session to consider request by City Manager and Berkeley Police Chief to modify current City policy that prohibits the Berkeley Police Department from using PEPPER SPRAY for crowd control. City Manager and Police Chief request allowing use of PEPPER SPRAY.
Results
September 12, Berkeley City Council Pepper Spray Motion and vote - Oleoresin Capsicum - Pepper Spray shall not be used as a crowd control technique to disperse a crowd or move a crowd. Pepper spray shall not be used on persons engaged in legal speech or other expression that is protected by the First Amendment, nor upon those committing unlawful acts by non-violent or passive resistance means, (e.g. sitting or lying down to block a street or doorway). Police may use pepper spray upon specific individuals within a crowd who are committing acts of violence upon police or others.
voting yes - Jesse Arreguin, Ben Bartlett, Lori Droste, Susan Wengraf, Linda Maio, Sophie Hahn
voting no - Kate Harrison, Cheryl Davila, Kris Worthington
Motion to increase the authority of Police Review Commission to hold police accountable and City to plan action on findings from Community Policing Equity (CPE) LOST.
Voting yes – Kate Harrison, Ben Bartlett, Cheryl Davila, Kris Worthinton,
Voting no – Mayor Arreguin, Sophie Hahn, Susan Wengraf, Linda Maio, Lori Droste
Sunday, September 10, 2017
Solano Stroll Parade and Street Festival, Sunday, Sept 10, 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
http://www.solanoavenueassn.org/events/solano-avenue-stroll/
Indivisible Berkeley General Assembly, Sunday, Sept 10, doors open at 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1970 Chestnut St, Finnish Hall, General Assembly meeting, https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/
Sunflower Alliance Meeting, Sunday, August 6, 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm, Bobby Bowens Progressive Center - 2540 Macdonald, Richmond, http://www.sunflower-alliance.org/calendar/
Monday, September 11, 2017
Agenda Committee, Monday, Sept 11, 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm, 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Conf Room, agenda: planning for City Council Sept 26, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Agenda_Committee__2017_Index.aspx
Tax the Rich rally, Monday, Sept 11, 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm, top of Solano in front of closed Oaks Theater, Tax the Rich 6th Birthday – we will have cake, singing, Tax the Rich is now the longest running rally in the history of Berkeley. The very first Tax the Rich rally was September 12, 2011. The Occupy protest in Zuccotti Park began September 17, 2011 five days later.
Tuesday, September 12, 2017
City Council, Tuesday, Sept 12, 2134 MLK Jr. Way, Council Chambers
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
- 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm Berkeley does not currently allow use of pepper spray by BPD for crowd control. Special Council Meeting to Allow Use of Pepper Spray – requested by City Manager and Police Chief,
- 6:00 pm – 11:30 pm Regular Meeting, agenda: Item 47. Police Accountability Reforms, Item 48. Use of U1 funds to repay worker’s comp funds, for acquisition of properties at 1001, 1007, 1011 University and 1925 Ninth St,
Tenants’ rights Seminar, Wednesday, Sept 13, 5:15 pm – 6:15 pm, Rent Stabilization Board, 2nd Flr, 2125 Milvia, Street, http://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/event?oeidk=a07edm7acjq56b54905&llr=7zis6zuab
Homeless Commission, Wednesday, Sept 13, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, agenda: commission future role in funding process, flexible housing pool, homeless encampment, update on porta potties on Adeline
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Homeless_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Parks and Waterfront Commission, Wednesday, Sept 13, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 2800 Park St, Frances Albrier Community Center, agenda: T1 bond, Grove Tennis courts, Gilman fields turf, Cazadero landslide repair
Peace and Justice Commission, Wednesday, Sept 13, 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, agenda: 30th anniversary, declaration opposing fascism, letter to council on white nationalist rallies in Berkeley
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Peace_and_Justice_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Vallejo Town Hall to Stop Rodeo Phillips 66 expansion of Tar Sands oil by ship thru SF Bay, Wednesday, Sept 13, 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm, 545 Magazine St, Vallejo, Norman Kin Community Center. Expansion increases number of ships thru Bay to Vallejo to 135 per year
Thursday, September 14, 2017
Community Environmental Advisory Commission, Thursday, Sept 14,, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Russell St, South Branch Library, agenda: plastic straw ban, phasing out natural gas, city-wide green developments, drug disposal http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Community_Environmental_Advisory_Commission/
Medical Cannabis Commission, Thursday, Sept 14, 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm, 2180 Milvia St, 6th Floor, agenda: items to include in memo for 10-10-17 Council worksession on comprehensive cannabis ordinance
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/MedicalCannabis/
Zoning Adjustments Board, Thursday, Sept 14, 7:00 pm – 11:30 pm, 2134 MLK Jr. Way, City Council Chambers
- 1680 Short Street – enlarge existing single family dwelling by 173 sq ft on lot which exceed maximum allowable lot coverage, staff recommend approve
- 2190 Shattuck Ave – Walgreens site 194 ft hi-rise, draft EIR review and comment, 274 residential units, 10,000 sq ft retail space – hold public hearing
- 1446 Fifth St – Appeal, approval of 4 detached 3-story 1800 sq ft single family dwellings, staff recommend dismiss appeal and approve
- 2334 Jefferson – raise existing 2543 sq ft, 2 story single family dwelling by 5’6” staff recommend approve
Friday, September 15, 2017
No meetings events found
Saturday, September 16, 2017
McGee-Spaulding Neighbors Taking Action, Saturday, Sept 16, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm, potluck brunch and meeting, University Terrace meeting room, entrance is on garden side from the Jefferson Street parking lot between Allston and Addison.
International Shoreline Cleanup, Saturday, Sept 16, 9:00 am – 12:00 pm, Shoreline Park Nature Center, 160 University at Seawall, bring gloves, sunscreen, water and bags/buckets, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=15035
Trump-Proof the Bay Area! Building the Socialist Resistance, Saturday, Sept 16, 6:30 pm, Oakland Peace Center, 111 Fairmont Ave, Oakland, Kshama Sawant, Jeremy Gong, Gayle McGlaughlin
Sunday, September 17, 2017
The Cap and Trade Scam, Sunday, Sept 17, 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm, 155 Grand Ave, Oakland, National Nurses United, co-sponsored by Sunflower Alliance and 350 Bay Area. http://350bayarea.org/event/cap-trade-scam
Week September 3 - September 10, 2017
The September 12, City Council Agenda is available for review and comment. Item 47. Police Accountability Reforms, Item 48. Use of U1 funds to repay worker’s comp funds, for acquisition of properties at 1001, 1007, 1011 University and 1925 Ninth St, Full agenda at https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
International Environmental Conference, Soil not Oil, September 6 – 9, 403 Civic Center Plaza, Richmond, Richmond Memorial Convention Center, http://soilnotoilcoalition.org/events/international-environmental-conference-2017/
Sunday, September 3, 2017
no activist meetings/events found
Monday, September 4, 2017 – Labor Day Holiday
Tax the Rich rally, Monday, September 4, 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm, top of Solano in front of closed Oaks Theater, Tax the Rich is now the longest running rally in the history of Berkeley. The very first Tax the Rich rally was September 12, 2011. The Occupy protest in Zuccotti Park began September 17, 2011 five days later.
Tuesday, September 5, 2017
Personnel Board, Tuesday, September 5, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Personnel_Board_Homepage.aspx
Workshop for Small Rental Property Owners – 8 units or less, Tuesday, September 5, 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm, 2070 Kittredge, Berkeley Central Library 3rd floor Community Room
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Wednesday, September 6, 2017
Planning Commission, Wednesday, September 6, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, agenda: density bonus as action item cancelled, discuss density bonus and how it is used in Berkeley
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Police Review Commission, Wednesday, September 6, 7:00 pm – 9:30 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, agenda: subcommittee reports and action on fair and impartial policing, Homeless encampment, mutual aid, media credentialing, discussion action, right to watch, CPE reportbudget, PRC regulation amendments, urban shield and NCRIC, BPD training, urgency ordinance on demonstrations, Item #48 Council agenda for Sept 12 – police accountability reform
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Board of Library Trustees, Wednesday, September 6, 1901 Russell St, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library,
Commission on Disability, Wednesday, September 6, 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, agenda: signage, bikes on sidewalks, sidewalk repairs, Housing Trust Fund priorities, international accessibility symbol, http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Disability_Homepage.aspx
Thursday, September 7, 2017
Housing Advisory Commission, Thursday, September 7, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, agenda: includes, workplan, CAPER for HUD, Block Grant, consideration waiver of adm and permit fees for certain affordable housing projects, displacement, plans to raze peoples park
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Housing_Advisory_Commission/
Landmarks Preservation Commission, Thursday, September 7, 7:00 pm – 11:30 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center,
Lobbyist Registration and Revolving Door Subcommittee Meeting - Open Government Commission, Thursday, September 7:00 pm -7:30 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/opengovermentcommission/
Public Works Commission, Thursday, September 7, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 1326 Allston Way, Willow Room, City of Berkeley Corporation Yard, agenda: action item paving plan
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Public_Works_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Friday, September 8, 2017
All Out to Stop Urban Shield – Rally in Oakland, Friday, September 8, 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm, 1221 Oak Street, Oakland, Alameda County Supervisors Office,
http://wellstoneclub.org/event/all-out-to-stop-urban-shield-rally-in-oakland/
Reduced Service Day City of Berkeley
Saturday, September 9, 2017
Drive Electric in Berkeley at Downtown Farmer’s Market, Saturday, September 9, 11:00 am – 3:00 pm
http://350bayarea.org/events-alt
Prop 13 Reform Town Hall, Saturday, September 9, 10:30 am – 12:30 pm, 2501 Harrison St., Oakland, First Congregational Church
https://indivisibleeb.org/upcoming-events/
Field Guide to Persistence: Bay Area, Saturday, September 9, 2:00 pm – 7:45 pm, 1433 Madison St, Oakland, Islamic Cultural Center of Northern CA
https://indivisibleeb.org/upcoming-events/
Sunday, September 10, 2017
Solano Stroll Parade and Street Festival, Sunday, September 10, 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
http://www.solanoavenueassn.org/events/solano-avenue-stroll/
Indivisible Berkeley General Assembly, Sunday, September 10, doors open at 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1970 Chestnut St, Finnish Hall, General Assembly meeting, https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/
The September 12, City Council Agenda is available for review and comment. Item 47. Police Accountability Reforms, Item 48. Use of U1 funds to repay worker’s comp funds, for acquisition of properties at 1001, 1007, 1011 University and 1925 Ninth St, Full agenda at https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
International Environmental Conference, Soil not Oil, September 6 – 9, 403 Civic Center Plaza, Richmond, Richmond Memorial Convention Center, http://soilnotoilcoalition.org/events/international-environmental-conference-2017/
Sunday, September 3, 2017
no activist meetings/events found
Monday, September 4, 2017 – Labor Day Holiday
Tax the Rich rally, Monday, September 4, 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm, top of Solano in front of closed Oaks Theater, Tax the Rich is now the longest running rally in the history of Berkeley. The very first Tax the Rich rally was September 12, 2011. The Occupy protest in Zuccotti Park began September 17, 2011 five days later.
Tuesday, September 5, 2017
Personnel Board, Tuesday, September 5, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Personnel_Board_Homepage.aspx
Workshop for Small Rental Property Owners – 8 units or less, Tuesday, September 5, 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm, 2070 Kittredge, Berkeley Central Library 3rd floor Community Room
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Wednesday, September 6, 2017
Planning Commission, Wednesday, September 6, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, agenda: density bonus as action item cancelled, discuss density bonus and how it is used in Berkeley
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Police Review Commission, Wednesday, September 6, 7:00 pm – 9:30 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, agenda: subcommittee reports and action on fair and impartial policing, Homeless encampment, mutual aid, media credentialing, discussion action, right to watch, CPE reportbudget, PRC regulation amendments, urban shield and NCRIC, BPD training, urgency ordinance on demonstrations, Item #48 Council agenda for Sept 12 – police accountability reform
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Board of Library Trustees, Wednesday, September 6, 1901 Russell St, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library,
- 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm – closed session – public employee appointment, salary acting Director
- 6:30 pm – regular meeting, agenda, budget, baseline grant fund, Kanopy.com, Interact Intranet
Commission on Disability, Wednesday, September 6, 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, agenda: signage, bikes on sidewalks, sidewalk repairs, Housing Trust Fund priorities, international accessibility symbol, http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Disability_Homepage.aspx
Thursday, September 7, 2017
Housing Advisory Commission, Thursday, September 7, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, agenda: includes, workplan, CAPER for HUD, Block Grant, consideration waiver of adm and permit fees for certain affordable housing projects, displacement, plans to raze peoples park
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Housing_Advisory_Commission/
Landmarks Preservation Commission, Thursday, September 7, 7:00 pm – 11:30 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center,
- 40 Southampton Ave – structural alteration, open public hearing and continue to October
- 41 San Diego Road – structural alteration, open public hearing and continue to October
- 835 Folger Ave – demolition referral – discussion/comment, consider referral
- 2510 Channing – demolition referral – discussion/comment, consider referral
- 2009 Addison - demolition referral – discussion/comment, consider referral
- 2190 Shattuck – DEIR for 18 story 274 unit, Walgreens location
- 2524 Dwight – action, consider request to rehabilitate portions landmarked building
- 2270 Acton – consider landmark or structure of merit for Berkeley Lawn Bowl Club
Lobbyist Registration and Revolving Door Subcommittee Meeting - Open Government Commission, Thursday, September 7:00 pm -7:30 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/opengovermentcommission/
Public Works Commission, Thursday, September 7, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 1326 Allston Way, Willow Room, City of Berkeley Corporation Yard, agenda: action item paving plan
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Public_Works_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Friday, September 8, 2017
All Out to Stop Urban Shield – Rally in Oakland, Friday, September 8, 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm, 1221 Oak Street, Oakland, Alameda County Supervisors Office,
http://wellstoneclub.org/event/all-out-to-stop-urban-shield-rally-in-oakland/
Reduced Service Day City of Berkeley
Saturday, September 9, 2017
Drive Electric in Berkeley at Downtown Farmer’s Market, Saturday, September 9, 11:00 am – 3:00 pm
http://350bayarea.org/events-alt
Prop 13 Reform Town Hall, Saturday, September 9, 10:30 am – 12:30 pm, 2501 Harrison St., Oakland, First Congregational Church
https://indivisibleeb.org/upcoming-events/
Field Guide to Persistence: Bay Area, Saturday, September 9, 2:00 pm – 7:45 pm, 1433 Madison St, Oakland, Islamic Cultural Center of Northern CA
https://indivisibleeb.org/upcoming-events/
Sunday, September 10, 2017
Solano Stroll Parade and Street Festival, Sunday, September 10, 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
http://www.solanoavenueassn.org/events/solano-avenue-stroll/
Indivisible Berkeley General Assembly, Sunday, September 10, doors open at 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1970 Chestnut St, Finnish Hall, General Assembly meeting, https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/
UpDate to September 12 City Council meeting from Agenda Committee. Item 50 - Police Surveillance Ordinance removed by PRC (Police Review Commission) chair.
Week August 27 – September 3, 2017
We are on a rapidly moving train. The organizers of the White Supremacists demonstrations announced cancelling their protest in Crissy Field in San Francisco for Saturday. Organizers say they will speak at Alamo Square Park. SF police continue to prepare now for two locations. Concern being raised is that “cancellation” is more a change of location to avoid strict control/confiscation of weapons. Berkeley continues on alert with BPD preparing that the White Supremacist demonstration will go on regardless of organizer calling cancellation. Everyone will need to stay tuned to local news and watch for more announcements. Use care and caution. Going out alone near the downtown or Civic Center Park is not recommended. Even small groups should be on alert through the weekend.
Rules imposed for Sunday, August 27, list of prohibited items,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/City_Manager/Press_Releases/2017/2017-08-25_Rules_Imposed_for_Sunday,_August_27_at_Civic_Center_Park.aspx
Sunday, August 27, 2017
Bay Area Rally Against Hate, Sunday August 27, 10:30 am – 12:30 pm, Crescent Lawn UC Berkeley, Oxford and Addison, https://www.facebook.com/events/1554573591279582/
SURJ (Showing Up for Racial Justice), Sunday August 27, 10:30 am – 12:30 pm, Hearst and MLK Jr Way,
Interfaith Response, Sunday August 27, 12:30 pm (arrive no later than12:45 pm), 2345 Channing Way, First Congregational Church, wear light blue, no children under 16, commitment to non-violence, link includes SF and Berkeley interfaith response, those who choose will sing and march to old City Hall. http://www.stfrancisepiscopal.org/sfecwordpresswebsite/response-by-the-church-to-the-alt-right/
Sunflower Alliance Announcement
http://www.sunflower-alliance.org/time-for-everyone-to-stand-against-fascism-aug-27/
Indivisible East Bay Announcement
https://indivisibleeb.org/2017/08/16/on-the-rally-against-hate/?mc_cid=c3974b5eca&mc_eid=0b9fe9562f
Indivisible Berkeley Announcement
https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/update/a-note-about-nazis
Organizers state planned demonstration White Supremacists “Say no to Marxism” Sunday, August 27, 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm at Civic Center Park is cancelled, however, the City continues to prepare with expectation White supremacists, KKK, Neo-Nazis will show up. Counter demonstrations continue with safety warnings. No one can be guaranteed that White Supremacists will only go to Civic Center Park or that they will not arrive before 1:00 pm or that BPD will successfully confiscate all weapons.
https://www.eastbayexpress.com/SevenDays/archives/2017/08/14/white-nationalists-plan-yet-another-brawl-in-berkeley?mc_cid=c3974b5eca&mc_eid=0b9fe9562f
Monday, August 28, 2017
Berkeley City Council Agenda Committee, Monday, August 28, 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm, 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Conf Room, Agenda for Sept 12 City Council mtg. 48. Police Accountability Reform, 49. a,b, U1 funds acquisition 1001,1007, 1011 University and 1925 Ninth, Item 50. Removed from agenda by Chair of Police Review Commission Ordinance Surveillance Technology use and community safety
Agenda: packet 272 pages https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Agenda_Committee__2017_Index.aspx
Berkeley City Council Closed Session with Labor Negotiators, Monday, August 28, 4:00 pm, 2180 Milvia, Cypress Conf Room,
Tax the Rich rally, Monday, August 28, 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm, top of Solano in front of closed Oaks theater, Tax the Rich will celebrate its 6th anniversary Monday, September 11.
Children, Youth and Recreation Commission, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 2800 Park St, Frances Albrier Community Center at San Pablo Park, meeting for Monday, August 28 is listed on Berkeley Community Calendar, however, there is No agenda or future meeting date listed on Commission website
http://www.ci.berkeley.ca.us/Children_Youth_and_Recreation_Commission/
Tuesday, August 29, 2017
No city meetings, the Dianne Feinstein event sponsored by the Commonwealth Club is sold out.
Wednesday, August 30, 2017
Police Review Commission - subcommittee, Wednesday August 30, 6:00 pm – ? pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, Review of BPD response at June 20, 2017 City Council (excessive force)
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/uploadedFiles/Police_Review_Commission/Commissions/2017/2017-08-30%20June%2020%20agenda.pdf
Commission on the Status of Women, Wednesday, August 30, 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, August 30 is listed as a meeting date, however, there is NO agenda posted as of 6:00 pm Friday, August 25.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_the_Status_of_Women_Homepage.aspx
Thursday, August 31, 2017
Public Hearing: New NAFTA Old Problems, Thursday, August 31, 2017, 6:00 pm, 1831 Park Blvd, Oakland, CWA Local 9415, event flyer http://www.sunflower-alliance.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/NAFTA-Public-Hearing-Flyer.pdf Trump adm renegotiating in secret
Friday, September 1, 2017
Public Works Commission Paving Subcommittee, Friday, September 1, 2017, 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm, 1947 Center Street,
Saturday, September 2, 2017
No community activist group meetings/events found
Sunday, September 3, 2017
No community activist group meeting/events found
Week August 27 – September 3, 2017
We are on a rapidly moving train. The organizers of the White Supremacists demonstrations announced cancelling their protest in Crissy Field in San Francisco for Saturday. Organizers say they will speak at Alamo Square Park. SF police continue to prepare now for two locations. Concern being raised is that “cancellation” is more a change of location to avoid strict control/confiscation of weapons. Berkeley continues on alert with BPD preparing that the White Supremacist demonstration will go on regardless of organizer calling cancellation. Everyone will need to stay tuned to local news and watch for more announcements. Use care and caution. Going out alone near the downtown or Civic Center Park is not recommended. Even small groups should be on alert through the weekend.
Rules imposed for Sunday, August 27, list of prohibited items,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/City_Manager/Press_Releases/2017/2017-08-25_Rules_Imposed_for_Sunday,_August_27_at_Civic_Center_Park.aspx
Sunday, August 27, 2017
Bay Area Rally Against Hate, Sunday August 27, 10:30 am – 12:30 pm, Crescent Lawn UC Berkeley, Oxford and Addison, https://www.facebook.com/events/1554573591279582/
SURJ (Showing Up for Racial Justice), Sunday August 27, 10:30 am – 12:30 pm, Hearst and MLK Jr Way,
Interfaith Response, Sunday August 27, 12:30 pm (arrive no later than12:45 pm), 2345 Channing Way, First Congregational Church, wear light blue, no children under 16, commitment to non-violence, link includes SF and Berkeley interfaith response, those who choose will sing and march to old City Hall. http://www.stfrancisepiscopal.org/sfecwordpresswebsite/response-by-the-church-to-the-alt-right/
Sunflower Alliance Announcement
http://www.sunflower-alliance.org/time-for-everyone-to-stand-against-fascism-aug-27/
Indivisible East Bay Announcement
https://indivisibleeb.org/2017/08/16/on-the-rally-against-hate/?mc_cid=c3974b5eca&mc_eid=0b9fe9562f
Indivisible Berkeley Announcement
https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/update/a-note-about-nazis
Organizers state planned demonstration White Supremacists “Say no to Marxism” Sunday, August 27, 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm at Civic Center Park is cancelled, however, the City continues to prepare with expectation White supremacists, KKK, Neo-Nazis will show up. Counter demonstrations continue with safety warnings. No one can be guaranteed that White Supremacists will only go to Civic Center Park or that they will not arrive before 1:00 pm or that BPD will successfully confiscate all weapons.
https://www.eastbayexpress.com/SevenDays/archives/2017/08/14/white-nationalists-plan-yet-another-brawl-in-berkeley?mc_cid=c3974b5eca&mc_eid=0b9fe9562f
Monday, August 28, 2017
Berkeley City Council Agenda Committee, Monday, August 28, 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm, 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Conf Room, Agenda for Sept 12 City Council mtg. 48. Police Accountability Reform, 49. a,b, U1 funds acquisition 1001,1007, 1011 University and 1925 Ninth, Item 50. Removed from agenda by Chair of Police Review Commission Ordinance Surveillance Technology use and community safety
Agenda: packet 272 pages https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Agenda_Committee__2017_Index.aspx
Berkeley City Council Closed Session with Labor Negotiators, Monday, August 28, 4:00 pm, 2180 Milvia, Cypress Conf Room,
Tax the Rich rally, Monday, August 28, 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm, top of Solano in front of closed Oaks theater, Tax the Rich will celebrate its 6th anniversary Monday, September 11.
Children, Youth and Recreation Commission, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 2800 Park St, Frances Albrier Community Center at San Pablo Park, meeting for Monday, August 28 is listed on Berkeley Community Calendar, however, there is No agenda or future meeting date listed on Commission website
http://www.ci.berkeley.ca.us/Children_Youth_and_Recreation_Commission/
Tuesday, August 29, 2017
No city meetings, the Dianne Feinstein event sponsored by the Commonwealth Club is sold out.
Wednesday, August 30, 2017
Police Review Commission - subcommittee, Wednesday August 30, 6:00 pm – ? pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, Review of BPD response at June 20, 2017 City Council (excessive force)
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/uploadedFiles/Police_Review_Commission/Commissions/2017/2017-08-30%20June%2020%20agenda.pdf
Commission on the Status of Women, Wednesday, August 30, 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, August 30 is listed as a meeting date, however, there is NO agenda posted as of 6:00 pm Friday, August 25.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_the_Status_of_Women_Homepage.aspx
Thursday, August 31, 2017
Public Hearing: New NAFTA Old Problems, Thursday, August 31, 2017, 6:00 pm, 1831 Park Blvd, Oakland, CWA Local 9415, event flyer http://www.sunflower-alliance.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/NAFTA-Public-Hearing-Flyer.pdf Trump adm renegotiating in secret
Friday, September 1, 2017
Public Works Commission Paving Subcommittee, Friday, September 1, 2017, 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm, 1947 Center Street,
Saturday, September 2, 2017
No community activist group meetings/events found
Sunday, September 3, 2017
No community activist group meeting/events found
Week August 20 - August 27
Berkeley City Council held an emergency meeting August 18 at 3:00 pm to pass an emergency ordinance requested by City Manager - Use Restriction for Unpermitted Events. Final language read at meeting had further clarification of offered amendments: applies to expected crowds of >100, authorization must be consistent with First Amendment to Constitution, prohibition/confiscation of weapons, 24 hour notice, Sunset Clause Dec 31, 2017. Emergency ordinance passed 7 to 1. Cheryl Davila voted against, Kris Worthington absent/unavailable.
See below for training, activities and counter demonstrations related to Sunday, August 27 arrival of White Supremacist for Unpermitted demonstration at Civic Center Park
August 28 is the deadline to respond to the scoping of the DEIR to expand delivery of tar sands oil by tanker to the Philips 66 refinery in Rodeo. Follow the link for more information and useful comments for inclusion in your response. http://www.sunflower-alliance.org/p66-marine-terminal-expansioin-deir-comments-due-aug-28/
Sunday, August 20, 2017
Security Training for Bay Area Rally Against Hate, Sunday, August 20, 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm, 1606 Bonita Ave, BFUU,
Sunflower Alliance Meeting, Sunday, August 20, potluck 12:30 pm, meeting 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm, Bobby Bowens Progressive Center - 2540 Macdonald, Richmond, http://www.sunflower-alliance.org/sunflower-alliance-meeting-aug-20/
East Bay DSA Local Council Meeting, Sunday, August 20, 1:00 pm, Niebyl-Proctor Marxist Library, 6501 Telegraph Ave, Oakland, http://www.eastbaydsa.org/events
SURJ Training in Non-violence
Monday, August 21, 2017
Lunar Eclipse
Tax the Rich rally, Monday, August 21, 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm, top of Solano in front of closed Oaks theater, Tax the Rich is now the longest running rally in the history of Berkeley, September 12, 2017 will be the 6th anniversary, Celebration will be Sept 11.
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board Meeting Cancelled
Tuesday, August 22, 2017
East Bay Indivisible – A Citizen’s Guide to Making Change Happen with Eric Liu, Executive Director ACLU Northern CA, 555 Post St., San Francisco, cost $20 - $55 https://www.eventbrite.com/e/a-citizens-guide-to-making-change-happen-with-eric-liu-tickets-35739644238?aff=erellivmlt
Wednesday, August 23, 2017
Commission on the Status of Women, Wednesday, August, 23, 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, no agenda posted by 6:00 pm Friday, August 18
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_the_Status_of_Women_Homepage.aspx
Thursday, August 24, 2017
Wellstone Democratic Renewal Club, Thursday, August 24, 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 390 27th Street, Oakland, Humanist Hall, http://wellstoneclub.org/
Zoning Adjustment Board, Thursday, August 24, 7:00 pm – 11:30 pm, 2134 MLK Jr Way, City Council Chambers, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/uploadedFiles/Planning_and_Development/Level_3_-_ZAB/2017-08-24%20ZAB%20AGENDA.pdf
Friday, August 25, 2017
Councilmember Cheryl Davila and Mayor Jesse Arreguin, Friday, August 25, 8:00 am – 12:00 pm, 2518 San Pablo Ave, Neyborly,
Movies in the Park - Zootopia, Friday, August 25, 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm, James Kenny Park, 1720 8th St between 8th and Virginia, bring blanket and/or low-back beach chairs, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=14971
Saturday, August 26, 2017
Richmond Toxics and Resilience Tour, Saturday, August 26, 2017, 10:00 am – 2:00 pm, click on link for more information and to RSVP, http://www.sunflower-alliance.org/richmond-toxics-and-resilience-tour-aug-26/
Beyt Tikkun Invitation to all faith communities, secular-humanists and atheists to join at Civic Center Park for inter-faith secular gathering, Saturday, August 26, 3:00 pm, gathering to assemble the day before to affirm solidarity with those who will be nonviolently protesting Sunday
Sunday, August 27, 2017
Bay Area Rally Against Hate, Sunday August 27, 10:30 am – 12:30 pm, Crescent Lawn UC Berkeley, Oxford and Addison, https://www.facebook.com/events/1554573591279582/
SURJ (Showing Up for Racial Justice), Sunday August 27, 10:30 am – 12:30 pm, Hearst and MLK Jr Way,
Sunflower Alliance Announcement
http://www.sunflower-alliance.org/time-for-everyone-to-stand-against-fascism-aug-27/
Indivisible East Bay Announcement
https://indivisibleeb.org/2017/08/16/on-the-rally-against-hate/?mc_cid=c3974b5eca&mc_eid=0b9fe9562f
White supremacists, KKK, Neo-Nazi plan to demonstrate calling their demonstration “Say no to Marxism” Sunday, August 27, 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm at Civic Center Park. No one can be guaranteed that White Supremacists will only go to Civic Center Park or that they will not arrive before 1:00 pm
https://www.eastbayexpress.com/SevenDays/archives/2017/08/14/white-nationalists-plan-yet-another-brawl-in-berkeley?mc_cid=c3974b5eca&mc_eid=0b9fe9562f
Indivisible Berkeley General Assembly, Sunday, August 27, doors open at 7:00 pm, meeting starts promptly at 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1970 Chestnut St, Finnish Hall, General Assembly meeting, https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/
Berkeley City Council held an emergency meeting August 18 at 3:00 pm to pass an emergency ordinance requested by City Manager - Use Restriction for Unpermitted Events. Final language read at meeting had further clarification of offered amendments: applies to expected crowds of >100, authorization must be consistent with First Amendment to Constitution, prohibition/confiscation of weapons, 24 hour notice, Sunset Clause Dec 31, 2017. Emergency ordinance passed 7 to 1. Cheryl Davila voted against, Kris Worthington absent/unavailable.
See below for training, activities and counter demonstrations related to Sunday, August 27 arrival of White Supremacist for Unpermitted demonstration at Civic Center Park
August 28 is the deadline to respond to the scoping of the DEIR to expand delivery of tar sands oil by tanker to the Philips 66 refinery in Rodeo. Follow the link for more information and useful comments for inclusion in your response. http://www.sunflower-alliance.org/p66-marine-terminal-expansioin-deir-comments-due-aug-28/
Sunday, August 20, 2017
Security Training for Bay Area Rally Against Hate, Sunday, August 20, 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm, 1606 Bonita Ave, BFUU,
Sunflower Alliance Meeting, Sunday, August 20, potluck 12:30 pm, meeting 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm, Bobby Bowens Progressive Center - 2540 Macdonald, Richmond, http://www.sunflower-alliance.org/sunflower-alliance-meeting-aug-20/
East Bay DSA Local Council Meeting, Sunday, August 20, 1:00 pm, Niebyl-Proctor Marxist Library, 6501 Telegraph Ave, Oakland, http://www.eastbaydsa.org/events
SURJ Training in Non-violence
Monday, August 21, 2017
Lunar Eclipse
Tax the Rich rally, Monday, August 21, 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm, top of Solano in front of closed Oaks theater, Tax the Rich is now the longest running rally in the history of Berkeley, September 12, 2017 will be the 6th anniversary, Celebration will be Sept 11.
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board Meeting Cancelled
Tuesday, August 22, 2017
East Bay Indivisible – A Citizen’s Guide to Making Change Happen with Eric Liu, Executive Director ACLU Northern CA, 555 Post St., San Francisco, cost $20 - $55 https://www.eventbrite.com/e/a-citizens-guide-to-making-change-happen-with-eric-liu-tickets-35739644238?aff=erellivmlt
Wednesday, August 23, 2017
Commission on the Status of Women, Wednesday, August, 23, 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, no agenda posted by 6:00 pm Friday, August 18
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_the_Status_of_Women_Homepage.aspx
Thursday, August 24, 2017
Wellstone Democratic Renewal Club, Thursday, August 24, 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 390 27th Street, Oakland, Humanist Hall, http://wellstoneclub.org/
Zoning Adjustment Board, Thursday, August 24, 7:00 pm – 11:30 pm, 2134 MLK Jr Way, City Council Chambers, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/uploadedFiles/Planning_and_Development/Level_3_-_ZAB/2017-08-24%20ZAB%20AGENDA.pdf
- 3014 College Avenue – raise existing 3-story 4 unit apartment building by 2 ft 6 in, construct 1207 sq ft 2-story rear addition, increase bedrooms from 4 to 8. Staff recommend APPROVE
- 1436 Campus Drive, construct 4,195 sq ft single family dwelling with integrate 748 sq ft ADU on vacant parcel, staff recommend DENY
- 1155 Hearst Ave – merge two lots, substantially rehabilitate 7 existing units and construct 11 new dwelling units, staff recommend continue to September 28, 2017
- 2100 San Pablo Ave – preview 52 unit 4-story 92-unit residential care facility, 33 vehicle spaces, CEQA initial study being prepared
- 2210 and 2212 MLK Jr Way – continued from July 27, 2017, expand and convert existing 2-story bldg. with a dwelling unit and child care center, construct 1166 sq ft 2-story edition, allow 3-units on parcel, 1-parking space when 3 required. Staff recommend DENY
- 2212 Tenth St – demolish 1080 sq ft single family dwelling and detached accessory structure, construct two detached 2-story dwellings totaling 3714 sq ft, staff recommend APPROVE
Friday, August 25, 2017
Councilmember Cheryl Davila and Mayor Jesse Arreguin, Friday, August 25, 8:00 am – 12:00 pm, 2518 San Pablo Ave, Neyborly,
Movies in the Park - Zootopia, Friday, August 25, 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm, James Kenny Park, 1720 8th St between 8th and Virginia, bring blanket and/or low-back beach chairs, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=14971
Saturday, August 26, 2017
Richmond Toxics and Resilience Tour, Saturday, August 26, 2017, 10:00 am – 2:00 pm, click on link for more information and to RSVP, http://www.sunflower-alliance.org/richmond-toxics-and-resilience-tour-aug-26/
Beyt Tikkun Invitation to all faith communities, secular-humanists and atheists to join at Civic Center Park for inter-faith secular gathering, Saturday, August 26, 3:00 pm, gathering to assemble the day before to affirm solidarity with those who will be nonviolently protesting Sunday
Sunday, August 27, 2017
Bay Area Rally Against Hate, Sunday August 27, 10:30 am – 12:30 pm, Crescent Lawn UC Berkeley, Oxford and Addison, https://www.facebook.com/events/1554573591279582/
SURJ (Showing Up for Racial Justice), Sunday August 27, 10:30 am – 12:30 pm, Hearst and MLK Jr Way,
Sunflower Alliance Announcement
http://www.sunflower-alliance.org/time-for-everyone-to-stand-against-fascism-aug-27/
Indivisible East Bay Announcement
https://indivisibleeb.org/2017/08/16/on-the-rally-against-hate/?mc_cid=c3974b5eca&mc_eid=0b9fe9562f
White supremacists, KKK, Neo-Nazi plan to demonstrate calling their demonstration “Say no to Marxism” Sunday, August 27, 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm at Civic Center Park. No one can be guaranteed that White Supremacists will only go to Civic Center Park or that they will not arrive before 1:00 pm
https://www.eastbayexpress.com/SevenDays/archives/2017/08/14/white-nationalists-plan-yet-another-brawl-in-berkeley?mc_cid=c3974b5eca&mc_eid=0b9fe9562f
Indivisible Berkeley General Assembly, Sunday, August 27, doors open at 7:00 pm, meeting starts promptly at 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1970 Chestnut St, Finnish Hall, General Assembly meeting, https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/
Week August 13 - August 20, 2017
The White Supremacists have been planning for months to come back to demonstrate in Berkeley at Civic Center Park August 27, 1:00 – 5:00 pm. Rallies against hate are being planned as well as peaceful sing-alongs and a training in nonviolence response. Watch for more announcements. Much might change with the eruption of violence and tragedies at the demonstrations in Charlottesville, VA.
August 28 is the deadline to respond to the DEIR to expand delivery of tar sands oil by tanker to the Philips 66 refinery in Rodeo. Follow the link for more information and useful comments for inclusion in your response. http://www.sunflower-alliance.org/p66-marine-terminal-expansioin-deir-comments-due-aug-28/
Berkeley City Council is on summer recess until September 12 and many of the boards and commissions do not meet in August.
Sunday, August 13, 2017
Vigil @ West County Detention Center, Richmond, Sunday, August 13, 11:00 am – 12:00 pm, 5555 Giant Hwy, Richmond, led by Interfaith Movement for Human Integrity, with music by Occupella
Green Sundays – Discussion Response to White Supremacy & Anti Fa, Sunday, August 13, 5:00 pm, 6501 Telegraph, Niebyl Proctor Library,
Indivisible Berkeley General Assembly, Sunday, August 13, doors open at 7:00 pm, meeting starts promptly at 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1970 Chestnut St, Finnish Hall, General Assembly meeting, https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/
Monday, August 14, 2017
Rally for Social Security, Monday, August 14, 12:00 pm Frank Ogawa Plaza, 82nd Birthday/Anniversary of Social Security, sponsored by California Alliance for Retired Americans (CARA)
Tax the Rich rally, Monday, August 14, 5:00 pm – 5:45 pm, top of Solano in front of closed Oaks theater, Harry Brill said at our last gathering that Tax the Rich is now the longest running rally in the history of Berkeley, September 12, 2017 will be the 6th anniversary
Community Meeting Expansion Canadian Tar Sands processing at Philips 66, Monday August 14, 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 250 East I St, Benicia City Hall, Philips 66 is applying for approval to triple delivery and processing of Tar Sands Oil by tanker http://www.sunflower-alliance.org/community-meeting-phillips-66-refinery-wharf-expansion-aug-14/
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board, Monday, August 14, 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm, 2134 MLK Jr. Way, City Council Chambers
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Tuesday, August 15, 2017
Solano Avenue Business Improvement District Advisory Board, Tuesday, August 15, 6:00 pm, usual location 1821 Catalina Ave, Thousand Oaks Baptist Church, agenda includes, parklet project, strategies minimizing trash, extend membership on committee to property owners
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Solano_Avenue_Business_Improvement_District_Advisory_Board_Homepage.aspx
Fair & Impartial Policing Subcommittee - Police Review Commission, Tuesday, August 15, 6:00 pm – ?, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Wednesday, August 16, 2017
No meetings or demonstrations found
Thursday, August 17, 2017
Design Review Committee, Thursday, August 17, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center
Open Government Commission - cancelled
Friday, August 18, 2017
No meetings or demonstrations found
Saturday, August 19, 2017
ACLU Day of Action, follow link for information and participation https://indivisibleeb.org/upcoming-events/
Blue Ribbon Panel Reforming Urban Shield – Hosted by Ben Bartlett, Saturday August 19, 3:00 pm – 5:30 pm, 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center, Speakers, David Muhammad, Reggie Lyles, Elliot Hosman
Sunday, August 20, 2017
East Bay DSA Local Council Meeting, Sunday, August 20, 1:00 pm, Niebyl-Proctor Marxist Library, 6501 Telegraph Ave, Oakland, http://www.eastbaydsa.org/events
Possible Training by SURJ in nonviolence in preparation for arrival of White Nationalists on August 27 - look for more announcements
The White Supremacists have been planning for months to come back to demonstrate in Berkeley at Civic Center Park August 27, 1:00 – 5:00 pm. Rallies against hate are being planned as well as peaceful sing-alongs and a training in nonviolence response. Watch for more announcements. Much might change with the eruption of violence and tragedies at the demonstrations in Charlottesville, VA.
August 28 is the deadline to respond to the DEIR to expand delivery of tar sands oil by tanker to the Philips 66 refinery in Rodeo. Follow the link for more information and useful comments for inclusion in your response. http://www.sunflower-alliance.org/p66-marine-terminal-expansioin-deir-comments-due-aug-28/
Berkeley City Council is on summer recess until September 12 and many of the boards and commissions do not meet in August.
Sunday, August 13, 2017
Vigil @ West County Detention Center, Richmond, Sunday, August 13, 11:00 am – 12:00 pm, 5555 Giant Hwy, Richmond, led by Interfaith Movement for Human Integrity, with music by Occupella
Green Sundays – Discussion Response to White Supremacy & Anti Fa, Sunday, August 13, 5:00 pm, 6501 Telegraph, Niebyl Proctor Library,
Indivisible Berkeley General Assembly, Sunday, August 13, doors open at 7:00 pm, meeting starts promptly at 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1970 Chestnut St, Finnish Hall, General Assembly meeting, https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/
Monday, August 14, 2017
Rally for Social Security, Monday, August 14, 12:00 pm Frank Ogawa Plaza, 82nd Birthday/Anniversary of Social Security, sponsored by California Alliance for Retired Americans (CARA)
Tax the Rich rally, Monday, August 14, 5:00 pm – 5:45 pm, top of Solano in front of closed Oaks theater, Harry Brill said at our last gathering that Tax the Rich is now the longest running rally in the history of Berkeley, September 12, 2017 will be the 6th anniversary
Community Meeting Expansion Canadian Tar Sands processing at Philips 66, Monday August 14, 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 250 East I St, Benicia City Hall, Philips 66 is applying for approval to triple delivery and processing of Tar Sands Oil by tanker http://www.sunflower-alliance.org/community-meeting-phillips-66-refinery-wharf-expansion-aug-14/
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board, Monday, August 14, 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm, 2134 MLK Jr. Way, City Council Chambers
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Tuesday, August 15, 2017
Solano Avenue Business Improvement District Advisory Board, Tuesday, August 15, 6:00 pm, usual location 1821 Catalina Ave, Thousand Oaks Baptist Church, agenda includes, parklet project, strategies minimizing trash, extend membership on committee to property owners
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Solano_Avenue_Business_Improvement_District_Advisory_Board_Homepage.aspx
Fair & Impartial Policing Subcommittee - Police Review Commission, Tuesday, August 15, 6:00 pm – ?, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Wednesday, August 16, 2017
No meetings or demonstrations found
Thursday, August 17, 2017
Design Review Committee, Thursday, August 17, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center
- 2121 Durant, 6-story, 50 unit, final design review
- 2542 Durant, 5-story, 32 unit, continued preliminary design review,
- 2190 Shattuck, (Walgreens) 18-story, 274 unit, majority recommendation
- 739 Channing, two detached, 3-story, 10 dwelling units, 4-live-work, 1-office, preliminary design review
Open Government Commission - cancelled
Friday, August 18, 2017
No meetings or demonstrations found
Saturday, August 19, 2017
ACLU Day of Action, follow link for information and participation https://indivisibleeb.org/upcoming-events/
Blue Ribbon Panel Reforming Urban Shield – Hosted by Ben Bartlett, Saturday August 19, 3:00 pm – 5:30 pm, 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center, Speakers, David Muhammad, Reggie Lyles, Elliot Hosman
Sunday, August 20, 2017
East Bay DSA Local Council Meeting, Sunday, August 20, 1:00 pm, Niebyl-Proctor Marxist Library, 6501 Telegraph Ave, Oakland, http://www.eastbaydsa.org/events
Possible Training by SURJ in nonviolence in preparation for arrival of White Nationalists on August 27 - look for more announcements
Week August 6, 2017 - August 13, 2017
Sunday, August 6, 2017
350 Bay Area Transportation Campaign Meeting, Sunday, August 6, 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm, 2530 San Pablo Ave, Berkeley, Sierra Club Office
http://350bayarea.org/event/transportation-campaign-meeting-3
Sunflower Alliance Meeting, Sunday, August 6, 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm, Bobby Bowens Progressive Center - 2540 Macdonald, Richmond, http://www.sunflower-alliance.org/sunflower-alliance-meeting-july-9/
Indivisible Berkeley Meeting on Elections, Sunday, August 6, 7:00 pm, 1606 Bonita Ave, BFUU Connie Barbour Room https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/
Monday, August 7, 2017
Tax the Rich rally, Monday, August 7, 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm, top of Solano in front of closed Oaks theater, Tax the Rich is now the longest running rally in the history of Berkeley, September 12, 2017 will be the 6th anniversary – we’ll be celebrating on Monday September 11.
Peace and Justice Commission, Monday, August 7, 7:00 pm – 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, agenda action items include election of vice-chair, 30th anniversary working group proposal, commission work plan and request for additional meetings
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Peace_and_Justice_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Program Community Outreach, Monday, August 7, 5:30 pm, 2001 Center Street, Law Library, 2nd Floor, agenda
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/uploadedFiles/Rent_Stabilization_Board/Level_3_-_General/17%20August%207%20Outreach%20Agenda.pdf
Board of Library Trustees, Monday, August 7, 10:00 am, 2180 Milvia St, 1st Floor, Cypress Meeting Room, public comment on agenda item allowed prior to closed session.
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/sites/default/files/files/inline/2017_08_07_bolt_special_closed_session_meeting_agenda_0.pdf
Tuesday, August 8, 2017
Police Review Commission - Homeless Subcommittee, Tuesday, August 8, 7:00 pm – 9:30 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, agenda action and discussion, review current policies related to homeless encampments, responses to policies and recommendations, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/uploadedFiles/Police_Review_Commission/Commissions/2017/2017-08-08%20Homeless%20Encampments%20agenda.pdf
Wednesday, August 9, 2017
Police Review Commission – June 20, 2017 Subcommittee, Wednesday, August 9, 1:00 pm, 1947 Center Street, 1st Floor, Western Sycamore Conference Room, agenda action and discussion, plan for investigation whether June 20 BPD was appropriate, review BPD and other documents and ask questions of Police Chief or designee.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/uploadedFiles/Police_Review_Commission/Commissions/2017/2017-08-09%20June%2020%20agenda.pdf
Thursday, August 10, 2017
Clean Energy Alliance – What’s Up with Utility Bills, Thursday, August 10, 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm, 1721 Broadway #201, Oakland, http://350bayarea.org/event/whats-utility-bills
No posting, agenda or cancellation notice for the Zoning Adjustment Board
Friday, August 11, 2017
Public Works Paving Subcommittee is listed in the community calendar as meeting Friday, August 11, 1:00 pm, 1947 Center St, however, there is no posted agenda or notification under the Public works website. Staff Nisha Patel 981-6406
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=15028
Saturday, August 12, 2017
McGee-Spaulding Indivisible potluck brunch and meeting, Saturday, August 12, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm, University Terrace meeting room, entrance is on garden side from the Jefferson Street parking lot between Allston and Addison.
Sunflower Alliance joins Statewide Day of Action Oil Money Out Petition Gathering Event, Saturday, August 12, 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm
http://www.sunflower-alliance.org/oil-money-out-day-of-action-aug-12/
Sunday, August 13, 2017
Indivisible Berkeley General Assembly, Sunday, August 13, doors open at 7:00 pm, meeting starts promptly at 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1970 Chestnut St, Finnish Hall, General Assembly meeting, https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/
Sunday, August 6, 2017
350 Bay Area Transportation Campaign Meeting, Sunday, August 6, 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm, 2530 San Pablo Ave, Berkeley, Sierra Club Office
http://350bayarea.org/event/transportation-campaign-meeting-3
Sunflower Alliance Meeting, Sunday, August 6, 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm, Bobby Bowens Progressive Center - 2540 Macdonald, Richmond, http://www.sunflower-alliance.org/sunflower-alliance-meeting-july-9/
Indivisible Berkeley Meeting on Elections, Sunday, August 6, 7:00 pm, 1606 Bonita Ave, BFUU Connie Barbour Room https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/
Monday, August 7, 2017
Tax the Rich rally, Monday, August 7, 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm, top of Solano in front of closed Oaks theater, Tax the Rich is now the longest running rally in the history of Berkeley, September 12, 2017 will be the 6th anniversary – we’ll be celebrating on Monday September 11.
Peace and Justice Commission, Monday, August 7, 7:00 pm – 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, agenda action items include election of vice-chair, 30th anniversary working group proposal, commission work plan and request for additional meetings
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Peace_and_Justice_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Program Community Outreach, Monday, August 7, 5:30 pm, 2001 Center Street, Law Library, 2nd Floor, agenda
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/uploadedFiles/Rent_Stabilization_Board/Level_3_-_General/17%20August%207%20Outreach%20Agenda.pdf
Board of Library Trustees, Monday, August 7, 10:00 am, 2180 Milvia St, 1st Floor, Cypress Meeting Room, public comment on agenda item allowed prior to closed session.
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/sites/default/files/files/inline/2017_08_07_bolt_special_closed_session_meeting_agenda_0.pdf
Tuesday, August 8, 2017
Police Review Commission - Homeless Subcommittee, Tuesday, August 8, 7:00 pm – 9:30 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, agenda action and discussion, review current policies related to homeless encampments, responses to policies and recommendations, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/uploadedFiles/Police_Review_Commission/Commissions/2017/2017-08-08%20Homeless%20Encampments%20agenda.pdf
Wednesday, August 9, 2017
Police Review Commission – June 20, 2017 Subcommittee, Wednesday, August 9, 1:00 pm, 1947 Center Street, 1st Floor, Western Sycamore Conference Room, agenda action and discussion, plan for investigation whether June 20 BPD was appropriate, review BPD and other documents and ask questions of Police Chief or designee.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/uploadedFiles/Police_Review_Commission/Commissions/2017/2017-08-09%20June%2020%20agenda.pdf
Thursday, August 10, 2017
Clean Energy Alliance – What’s Up with Utility Bills, Thursday, August 10, 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm, 1721 Broadway #201, Oakland, http://350bayarea.org/event/whats-utility-bills
No posting, agenda or cancellation notice for the Zoning Adjustment Board
Friday, August 11, 2017
Public Works Paving Subcommittee is listed in the community calendar as meeting Friday, August 11, 1:00 pm, 1947 Center St, however, there is no posted agenda or notification under the Public works website. Staff Nisha Patel 981-6406
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=15028
Saturday, August 12, 2017
McGee-Spaulding Indivisible potluck brunch and meeting, Saturday, August 12, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm, University Terrace meeting room, entrance is on garden side from the Jefferson Street parking lot between Allston and Addison.
Sunflower Alliance joins Statewide Day of Action Oil Money Out Petition Gathering Event, Saturday, August 12, 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm
http://www.sunflower-alliance.org/oil-money-out-day-of-action-aug-12/
Sunday, August 13, 2017
Indivisible Berkeley General Assembly, Sunday, August 13, doors open at 7:00 pm, meeting starts promptly at 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1970 Chestnut St, Finnish Hall, General Assembly meeting, https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/
Week July 30 - August 6, 2017
Berkeley City Council is on summer recess until September 12 and many of the boards and commissions do not meet in August.
Sunday, July 30, 2017
East Bay DSA Picnic, Sunday, July 30 noon – 3:00 pm, Mosswood Park, Oakland
Monday, July 31, 2017
Tax the Rich rally, Monday, July 31, 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm, top of Solano in front of closed Oaks Theater, Tax the Rich is now the longest running rally in the history of Berkeley. The 6th Birthday Celebration is on Monday, September 11. The very first Tax the Rich rally was September 12, 2011. The Occupy protest in Zuccotti Park began September 17, 2011 five days later.
Tuesday, August 1, 2017
Stop the Violence Block Party, Tuesday, August 1 and every day thru August 17, 3:00 pm – 7:00 pm, 1730 Oregon St, Martin Luthur King, Jr. Youth Center – all ages welcome
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=14968
2017 National Night Out, 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm to find a block party near your home click on the link – there are block parties all over the city, 85 total
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/uploadedFiles/Police_Review_Commission/Commissions/2017/2017-07-26%20PRC%20handouts.pdf
Wednesday, August 2, 2017
Disaster and Fire Safety Commission, Wednesday, August 2, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 997 Cedar St, Fire Department Training Center, agenda includes action item Measure GG Expenditures and discussion, hills fire safety, Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) classes, report on Alta Bates
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Disaster_and_Fire_Safety_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Board of Directors of the Bay Area Quality Management, Wednesday, August 2, 9:45 am, 1st Floor Hearing Room, 375 Beale St, San Francisco (between Folsom and Harrison), first meeting after passage of AB398 which prevents statewide air districts from reducing carbon dioxide emissions, however, there is a strategy here worth reading in the link
http://www.sunflower-alliance.org/capping-refinery-emissions-after-cap-and-trade-baaqmd-aug-2/
Thursday, August 3, 2017
No City meetings found – summer recess
Friday, August 4, 2017
Sunflower Alliance Education Committee Workshop on Climate, Friday, August 4, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 609 Aileen St, Oakland
http://www.sunflower-alliance.org/education-committee-meeting-aug-4/
Saturday, August 5, 2017
No community action meetings or demonstrations found
Sunday, August 6, 2017
350 Bay Area Transportation Campaign Meeting, Sunday, August 6, 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm, 2530 San Pablo Ave, Berkeley, Sierra Club Office
http://350bayarea.org/event/transportation-campaign-meeting-3
Sunflower Alliance Meeting, Sunday, August 6, 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm, Bobby Bowens Progressive Center - 2540 Macdonald, Richmond, http://www.sunflower-alliance.org/sunflower-alliance-meeting-july-9/
Indivisible Berkeley General Assembly, Sunday, August 6, doors open at 7:00 pm, meeting starts promptly at 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1970 Chestnut St, Finnish Hall, General Assembly meeting, https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/
Berkeley City Council is on summer recess until September 12 and many of the boards and commissions do not meet in August.
Sunday, July 30, 2017
East Bay DSA Picnic, Sunday, July 30 noon – 3:00 pm, Mosswood Park, Oakland
Monday, July 31, 2017
Tax the Rich rally, Monday, July 31, 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm, top of Solano in front of closed Oaks Theater, Tax the Rich is now the longest running rally in the history of Berkeley. The 6th Birthday Celebration is on Monday, September 11. The very first Tax the Rich rally was September 12, 2011. The Occupy protest in Zuccotti Park began September 17, 2011 five days later.
Tuesday, August 1, 2017
Stop the Violence Block Party, Tuesday, August 1 and every day thru August 17, 3:00 pm – 7:00 pm, 1730 Oregon St, Martin Luthur King, Jr. Youth Center – all ages welcome
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=14968
2017 National Night Out, 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm to find a block party near your home click on the link – there are block parties all over the city, 85 total
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/uploadedFiles/Police_Review_Commission/Commissions/2017/2017-07-26%20PRC%20handouts.pdf
Wednesday, August 2, 2017
Disaster and Fire Safety Commission, Wednesday, August 2, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 997 Cedar St, Fire Department Training Center, agenda includes action item Measure GG Expenditures and discussion, hills fire safety, Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) classes, report on Alta Bates
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Disaster_and_Fire_Safety_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Board of Directors of the Bay Area Quality Management, Wednesday, August 2, 9:45 am, 1st Floor Hearing Room, 375 Beale St, San Francisco (between Folsom and Harrison), first meeting after passage of AB398 which prevents statewide air districts from reducing carbon dioxide emissions, however, there is a strategy here worth reading in the link
http://www.sunflower-alliance.org/capping-refinery-emissions-after-cap-and-trade-baaqmd-aug-2/
Thursday, August 3, 2017
No City meetings found – summer recess
Friday, August 4, 2017
Sunflower Alliance Education Committee Workshop on Climate, Friday, August 4, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 609 Aileen St, Oakland
http://www.sunflower-alliance.org/education-committee-meeting-aug-4/
Saturday, August 5, 2017
No community action meetings or demonstrations found
Sunday, August 6, 2017
350 Bay Area Transportation Campaign Meeting, Sunday, August 6, 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm, 2530 San Pablo Ave, Berkeley, Sierra Club Office
http://350bayarea.org/event/transportation-campaign-meeting-3
Sunflower Alliance Meeting, Sunday, August 6, 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm, Bobby Bowens Progressive Center - 2540 Macdonald, Richmond, http://www.sunflower-alliance.org/sunflower-alliance-meeting-july-9/
Indivisible Berkeley General Assembly, Sunday, August 6, doors open at 7:00 pm, meeting starts promptly at 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1970 Chestnut St, Finnish Hall, General Assembly meeting, https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/
Week July 23 – July 30, 2017
While these weekly summaries can look overwhelmingly long, you can skim it quickly.
A petition has been posted with moveon.org to pressure the city to stop prohibiting toilets at homeless encampments. https://petitions.moveon.org/sign/berkeley-stop-prohibiting.fb50?source=s.icn.fb&r_by=2402112
There are also petitions on paper circulating in the city.
Tuesday is the last council meeting before the August break.
Sunday, July 23, 2017
Sunflower Alliance Meeting, Sunday, July 23, Potluck lunch 12:30 pm, meeting 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm, Bobby Bowens Progressive Center - 2540 Macdonald, Richmond, http://www.sunflower-alliance.org/sunflower-alliance-meeting-july-9/
Indivisible Berkeley Elections Training, Sunday, July 23, 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1606 Bonita Ave, Berkeley Fellowship of Unitarian Universalists, https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/events/elections-training-july23
Wellstone Annual Picnic, Sunday, July 23, 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm, 1737 Allston Way
Monday, July 24
Tax the Rich rally, Monday, July 24, 5:00 pm – 5:45 pm, top of Solano in front of closed Oaks theater, Harry Brill said at our last gathering that Tax the Rich is now the longest running rally in the history of Berkeley, September 12, 2017 will be the 6th anniversary
Elisa Cooper Memorial Gathering, Monday, July 24, 6:00 pm, 1817 Oregon St, Berkeley, In the garden at Elisa’s cottage. The July Street Spirit has several articles about Elisa's activism.
Zero Waste Commission, Monday, July 24, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, agenda includes presentation and action free medicine and sharps, presentation and action clean water waste reduction, strategic plan,
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Zero_Waste_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Berkeley City Council Closed session, Monday, July 24, 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm,
http://www.ci.berkeley.ca.us/Clerk/City_Council/2017/07_Jul/City_Council__07-24-2017_-_Special_Closed_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
*Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board Meeting Cancelled
Tuesday, July 25
Berkeley City Council, Tuesday, July 24, 6:00 pm-11:30 pm, 2134 MLK Jr. Way, City Council Chambers, agenda includes 34. Land value recapture and inclusion Adeline Corridor Plan, 43. Police accountability reform, 44. Appeal ZAB 2150 Shattuck – sign, 45b. affordable housing prohibits discrimination against renters with section 8 vouchers, 48 a & b U1 funds Premier Cru site 1001, 1007, 1011 University, and 1925 ninth st – HAC opposed using U1 funds for this site as these buildings would not provide affordable housing for the foreseeable future.
50 a & b game day parking
http://www.ci.berkeley.ca.us/Clerk/City_Council/2017/07_Jul/City_Council__07-25-2017_-_Regular_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
Wednesday, July 26
Civic Arts Commission, Wednesday, July 26, 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, agenda includes amending Civic Arts Grants guidelines http://www.cityofberkeley.info/CivicArtsCommissionHomepage/
*Commission on the Status of Women – no meeting in July
*Disaster and Fire Safety Commission, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 997 Cedar St, Fire Department Training Center – NO POSTED AGENDA or MEETING NOTICE FOUND
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Disaster_and_Fire_Safety_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Energy Commission, Wednesday, July 26, 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, agenda includes wind turbines, low carbon water heating, phase out natural gas, renewable energy bonds
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Energy_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Police Review Commission, Wednesday, July 26, 7:00 pm – 9:30 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, agenda includes police accountability reform, CPE report, Urban Shield, Surveillance & Community Safety Ordinance, public recording of law enforcement, http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
An Evening with Norm Stamper (former Seattle Police Chief): Discussion on Police Accountability, free event, Wednesday, July 26, 2017 7:00 pm, Lakeshore Ave Baptist Church, 3534 Lakeshore Ave, Oakland, link for more info and rsvp
http://wellstoneclub.org/event/an-evening-with-norm-stamper-discussion-on-police-accountability/
Thursday, July 27
Community Health Commission, Thursday, July 27, 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Health Impact Assessment proposed closure of Alta Bates
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Community_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Mental Health Commission, Thursday, July 27, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, agenda includes mental health center and agreements with Alameda County and City of Albany
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Mental_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Zoning Adjustments Board, Thursday, July 27, 7:00 pm – 11:30 pm, 2134 MLK Jr. Way, City Council Chambers
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
http://www.sunflower-alliance.org/p66-marine-terminal-scoping-meeting-july-27/
No Coal in Oakland, Thursday, July 27, 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm, 349 Mandela Pkwy, Oakland
http://350bayarea.org/event/no-coal-oakland-meeting
Friday, July 28
Movies in the Park - Moana, Friday, July 28, 8:30 pm – 11:00 pm, Cedar Rose Park, 1300 Rose, bring blanket and/or low-back beach chairs, http://www.ci.berkeley.ca.us/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=14970
Saturday, July 29
East Bay Indivisible, Saturday, July 29, 2:30pm – 4:30pm, Oakland Public Library, 125 14th St, Oakland
Sunday, July 30
East Bay DSA Picnic, Sunday, July 30 noon – 3:00 pm, Mosswood Park
While these weekly summaries can look overwhelmingly long, you can skim it quickly.
A petition has been posted with moveon.org to pressure the city to stop prohibiting toilets at homeless encampments. https://petitions.moveon.org/sign/berkeley-stop-prohibiting.fb50?source=s.icn.fb&r_by=2402112
There are also petitions on paper circulating in the city.
Tuesday is the last council meeting before the August break.
Sunday, July 23, 2017
Sunflower Alliance Meeting, Sunday, July 23, Potluck lunch 12:30 pm, meeting 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm, Bobby Bowens Progressive Center - 2540 Macdonald, Richmond, http://www.sunflower-alliance.org/sunflower-alliance-meeting-july-9/
Indivisible Berkeley Elections Training, Sunday, July 23, 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1606 Bonita Ave, Berkeley Fellowship of Unitarian Universalists, https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/events/elections-training-july23
Wellstone Annual Picnic, Sunday, July 23, 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm, 1737 Allston Way
Monday, July 24
Tax the Rich rally, Monday, July 24, 5:00 pm – 5:45 pm, top of Solano in front of closed Oaks theater, Harry Brill said at our last gathering that Tax the Rich is now the longest running rally in the history of Berkeley, September 12, 2017 will be the 6th anniversary
Elisa Cooper Memorial Gathering, Monday, July 24, 6:00 pm, 1817 Oregon St, Berkeley, In the garden at Elisa’s cottage. The July Street Spirit has several articles about Elisa's activism.
Zero Waste Commission, Monday, July 24, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, agenda includes presentation and action free medicine and sharps, presentation and action clean water waste reduction, strategic plan,
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Zero_Waste_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Berkeley City Council Closed session, Monday, July 24, 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm,
http://www.ci.berkeley.ca.us/Clerk/City_Council/2017/07_Jul/City_Council__07-24-2017_-_Special_Closed_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
*Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board Meeting Cancelled
Tuesday, July 25
Berkeley City Council, Tuesday, July 24, 6:00 pm-11:30 pm, 2134 MLK Jr. Way, City Council Chambers, agenda includes 34. Land value recapture and inclusion Adeline Corridor Plan, 43. Police accountability reform, 44. Appeal ZAB 2150 Shattuck – sign, 45b. affordable housing prohibits discrimination against renters with section 8 vouchers, 48 a & b U1 funds Premier Cru site 1001, 1007, 1011 University, and 1925 ninth st – HAC opposed using U1 funds for this site as these buildings would not provide affordable housing for the foreseeable future.
50 a & b game day parking
http://www.ci.berkeley.ca.us/Clerk/City_Council/2017/07_Jul/City_Council__07-25-2017_-_Regular_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
Wednesday, July 26
Civic Arts Commission, Wednesday, July 26, 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, agenda includes amending Civic Arts Grants guidelines http://www.cityofberkeley.info/CivicArtsCommissionHomepage/
*Commission on the Status of Women – no meeting in July
*Disaster and Fire Safety Commission, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 997 Cedar St, Fire Department Training Center – NO POSTED AGENDA or MEETING NOTICE FOUND
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Disaster_and_Fire_Safety_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Energy Commission, Wednesday, July 26, 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, agenda includes wind turbines, low carbon water heating, phase out natural gas, renewable energy bonds
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Energy_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Police Review Commission, Wednesday, July 26, 7:00 pm – 9:30 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, agenda includes police accountability reform, CPE report, Urban Shield, Surveillance & Community Safety Ordinance, public recording of law enforcement, http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
An Evening with Norm Stamper (former Seattle Police Chief): Discussion on Police Accountability, free event, Wednesday, July 26, 2017 7:00 pm, Lakeshore Ave Baptist Church, 3534 Lakeshore Ave, Oakland, link for more info and rsvp
http://wellstoneclub.org/event/an-evening-with-norm-stamper-discussion-on-police-accountability/
Thursday, July 27
Community Health Commission, Thursday, July 27, 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Health Impact Assessment proposed closure of Alta Bates
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Community_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Mental Health Commission, Thursday, July 27, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, agenda includes mental health center and agreements with Alameda County and City of Albany
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Mental_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Zoning Adjustments Board, Thursday, July 27, 7:00 pm – 11:30 pm, 2134 MLK Jr. Way, City Council Chambers
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
- 3014 College Ave – raise existing 3-story four unit apt building, 5 feet 3 inches, increase bedrooms from 4 to 8.
- 2527 San Pablo – 6-story mixed use with 63 dwelling units, 11 below market for qualified persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD), parking for 50 units
- 3000 Shattuck – 5-story mixed use with 44 dwelling units
- 2210 and 2212 MLK Jr Way – convert day care to 2 dwelling units and 1166 Sq ft addition
http://www.sunflower-alliance.org/p66-marine-terminal-scoping-meeting-july-27/
No Coal in Oakland, Thursday, July 27, 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm, 349 Mandela Pkwy, Oakland
http://350bayarea.org/event/no-coal-oakland-meeting
Friday, July 28
Movies in the Park - Moana, Friday, July 28, 8:30 pm – 11:00 pm, Cedar Rose Park, 1300 Rose, bring blanket and/or low-back beach chairs, http://www.ci.berkeley.ca.us/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=14970
Saturday, July 29
East Bay Indivisible, Saturday, July 29, 2:30pm – 4:30pm, Oakland Public Library, 125 14th St, Oakland
Sunday, July 30
East Bay DSA Picnic, Sunday, July 30 noon – 3:00 pm, Mosswood Park
July 16 – July 23, 2017
Sunday, July 16,
350BayArea and Sunflower Alliance final Refinery Corridor Healing Walk, Sunday, July 16, 8:00 am start, (no alcohol, no drugs including marijuana, no dogs,) http://350bayarea.org/event/final-refinery-corridor-healing-walk
Progressive Town Meeting, Sunday, July 16, 3-5pm, 2939 Ellis Street, South Berkeley Senior Center, everyone welcome, Town Hall with Cheryl Davila, Jesse Arreguin, Kate Harrison, Kris Worthington, Sophie Hahn and Ben Bartlett, sponsored by BCA, council members and mayor are scheduled to comply with the Brown Act so no more than 4 will be present at the same time.
Monday, July 17
Tax the Rich rally, Monday, July 17, 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm, top of Solano in front of closed Oaks theater, Harry Brill said at our last gathering that Tax the Rich is now the longest running rally in the history of Berkeley, September 12, 2017 will be the 6th anniversary
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board, Monday July 17, 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm, 2134 MLK Jr. Way, City Council Chambers, http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Rent_Stabilization_Board/Home/Agenda_RSB___2017_July_17.aspx
Berkeley City Council Closed session, Monday, July 17, 5:30 pm pending litigation – four cases
http://www.ci.berkeley.ca.us/Clerk/City_Council/2017/07_Jul/City_Council__07-17-2017_-_Special_Closed_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
Tuesday, July 18
Berkeley City Council - worksession, Tuesday, July 11, 6:00 pm-11:30 pm, 2134 MLK Jr. Way, City Council Chambers, agenda includes Economic Development Worksession, Berkeley Lead Poison Prevention, Berkeley Resillience Strategy
http://www.ci.berkeley.ca.us/Clerk/City_Council/2017/07_Jul/City_Council__07-18-2017_-_Special_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
Affordable Housing Project for 1601 Oxford Proposal open house, Tuesday, July 18, 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm, 2220 Cedar St, All Souls Episcopal Parish, RSVP to [email protected]
file:///Users/hank/Downloads/FINAL%20ASEP%20Open%20House%201%20Flyer%20-%20color%20image.pdf
file:///Users/hank/Downloads/Neighbor%20Letter%20-%201st%20Open%20House.pdf
Wednesday, July 19
Commission on Aging, Wednesday, July 19, 1:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center or 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, agenda includes Pacific Theological Union Project Senior Development - discussion
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Aging_Homepage.aspx
Animal Care Commission, Wednesday, July 19, 7:00 pm - , 1 Bolivar Drive, Berkeley Animal Shelter, no agenda or any future meeting dates posted as of 6:00 pm Friday, July 14
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Animal_Care_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Commission on Labor, Wednesday, July 19 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, agenda includes equal pay referral to city manager, fair chance ordinance, CA single payer healthcare
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Labor_Homepage.aspx
Human Welfare & Community Action Commission, Wednesday, July 19, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, agenda includes action items election low income representative, strategic planning process, discussion update closure Alta Bates
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Human_Welfare_and_Community_Action_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Planning Commission, Wednesday, July 19, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, agenda includes condo map for 2001 Fourth St, modification 1% for public art, 2nd units in R-1A, planning commission referrals
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Thursday, July 20
Design Review Committee, Thursday, July 20, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, http://www.cityofberkeley.info/designreview/
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/opengovermentcommission/
no Fair Campaign Practices Commission meeting
Transportation Commission, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, agenda: annual workplan, sidewalk program/policy
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Transportation_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Sugar-Sweetened Beverage meeting – cancelled next meeting Sept 21
Friday, July 21
Friday, July 21 - No scheduled city or community meetings or demonstrations found
Saturday, July 22
Saturday, July 22 - No scheduled city or community meetings or demonstrations found
Sunday, July 23, 2017
Sunflower Alliance Meeting, Sunday, July 23, Potluck lunch 12:30 pm, meeting 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm, Bobby Bowens Progressive Center - 2540 Macdonald, Richmond, http://www.sunflower-alliance.org/sunflower-alliance-meeting-july-9/
Indivisible Berkeley Elections Training, Sunday, July 23, 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1606 Bonita Ave, Berkeley Fellowship of Unitarian Universalists, https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/events/elections-training-july23
Sunday, July 16,
350BayArea and Sunflower Alliance final Refinery Corridor Healing Walk, Sunday, July 16, 8:00 am start, (no alcohol, no drugs including marijuana, no dogs,) http://350bayarea.org/event/final-refinery-corridor-healing-walk
Progressive Town Meeting, Sunday, July 16, 3-5pm, 2939 Ellis Street, South Berkeley Senior Center, everyone welcome, Town Hall with Cheryl Davila, Jesse Arreguin, Kate Harrison, Kris Worthington, Sophie Hahn and Ben Bartlett, sponsored by BCA, council members and mayor are scheduled to comply with the Brown Act so no more than 4 will be present at the same time.
Monday, July 17
Tax the Rich rally, Monday, July 17, 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm, top of Solano in front of closed Oaks theater, Harry Brill said at our last gathering that Tax the Rich is now the longest running rally in the history of Berkeley, September 12, 2017 will be the 6th anniversary
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board, Monday July 17, 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm, 2134 MLK Jr. Way, City Council Chambers, http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Rent_Stabilization_Board/Home/Agenda_RSB___2017_July_17.aspx
Berkeley City Council Closed session, Monday, July 17, 5:30 pm pending litigation – four cases
http://www.ci.berkeley.ca.us/Clerk/City_Council/2017/07_Jul/City_Council__07-17-2017_-_Special_Closed_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
Tuesday, July 18
Berkeley City Council - worksession, Tuesday, July 11, 6:00 pm-11:30 pm, 2134 MLK Jr. Way, City Council Chambers, agenda includes Economic Development Worksession, Berkeley Lead Poison Prevention, Berkeley Resillience Strategy
http://www.ci.berkeley.ca.us/Clerk/City_Council/2017/07_Jul/City_Council__07-18-2017_-_Special_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
Affordable Housing Project for 1601 Oxford Proposal open house, Tuesday, July 18, 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm, 2220 Cedar St, All Souls Episcopal Parish, RSVP to [email protected]
file:///Users/hank/Downloads/FINAL%20ASEP%20Open%20House%201%20Flyer%20-%20color%20image.pdf
file:///Users/hank/Downloads/Neighbor%20Letter%20-%201st%20Open%20House.pdf
Wednesday, July 19
Commission on Aging, Wednesday, July 19, 1:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center or 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, agenda includes Pacific Theological Union Project Senior Development - discussion
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Aging_Homepage.aspx
Animal Care Commission, Wednesday, July 19, 7:00 pm - , 1 Bolivar Drive, Berkeley Animal Shelter, no agenda or any future meeting dates posted as of 6:00 pm Friday, July 14
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Animal_Care_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Commission on Labor, Wednesday, July 19 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, agenda includes equal pay referral to city manager, fair chance ordinance, CA single payer healthcare
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Labor_Homepage.aspx
Human Welfare & Community Action Commission, Wednesday, July 19, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, agenda includes action items election low income representative, strategic planning process, discussion update closure Alta Bates
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Human_Welfare_and_Community_Action_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Planning Commission, Wednesday, July 19, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, agenda includes condo map for 2001 Fourth St, modification 1% for public art, 2nd units in R-1A, planning commission referrals
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Thursday, July 20
Design Review Committee, Thursday, July 20, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, http://www.cityofberkeley.info/designreview/
- 1446 Fifth Street – staff level appeal to construct 4 detached, 3-story, approximately 1800 sq. ft. single family dwellings, max height 35 ft. on 6250 sq. ft. parcel, for decision
- 2067 University – final design review, 7-story mixed use, 50 dwelling units, 1500 sq. ft. commercial space
- 2510 Channing Way- continued preliminary design, demolish existing one-story building, construct 7-story, mixed use 2500 sq. ft. commercial space, 36 dwelling units
- 2072 Addison – continued preliminary design, 7-story mixed use, 66 dwelling units, ground floor commercial, underground parking
- 2009 Addison – preview, 7-story mixed use including theatre facilities (ground floor), a school theatre 2nd floor, 44 dwelling units (upper 5 floors) to be occupied by performing actors and theatre professionals
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/opengovermentcommission/
no Fair Campaign Practices Commission meeting
Transportation Commission, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, agenda: annual workplan, sidewalk program/policy
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Transportation_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Sugar-Sweetened Beverage meeting – cancelled next meeting Sept 21
Friday, July 21
Friday, July 21 - No scheduled city or community meetings or demonstrations found
Saturday, July 22
Saturday, July 22 - No scheduled city or community meetings or demonstrations found
Sunday, July 23, 2017
Sunflower Alliance Meeting, Sunday, July 23, Potluck lunch 12:30 pm, meeting 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm, Bobby Bowens Progressive Center - 2540 Macdonald, Richmond, http://www.sunflower-alliance.org/sunflower-alliance-meeting-july-9/
Indivisible Berkeley Elections Training, Sunday, July 23, 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1606 Bonita Ave, Berkeley Fellowship of Unitarian Universalists, https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/events/elections-training-july23
July 8 – July 16, 2017
This is an unusually full week, because of rescheduling of meetings for July 4th Holiday
Meetings that were rescheduled, because of the July 4 holiday are preceded with *
Saturday, July 8
McGee-Spaulding Indivisible Meeting and Potluck Brunch, Saturday, July 8, 10:00 am – 12:00 noon – 2144 Jefferson Street, University Terrace, neighborhood indivisible focus is local Berkeley issues, Urban Shield, release of Center for Policing Equity Report, automatic license plate reader, surveillance equipment regulation,
South Berkeley Neighbors Potluck BBQ & Music Festival, Saturday, July 8, 12:00 pm – 6:00 pm Ellis Street Between Prince and Ashby,
Sunday, July 9
Sunflower Alliance Meeting, Sunday, July 9, 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm, Bobby Bowens Progressive Center 2540 Macdonald, Richmond, http://www.sunflower-alliance.org/sunflower-alliance-meeting-july-9/
East Bay DSA Council Meeting, Sunday, July 9, 3:00 pm, 6501 Telegraph, Oakland Neibyl Proctor Marxist Library, http://www.eastbaydsa.org/events
United Against Hate Forum, Sunday, July 9, 3:30 pm – 6:30 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, for more information contact, [email protected]
Party for a Potty! Benefit for FTCFTH and FNB, Sunday, July 9, 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 1924 Cedar, Berkeley Fellowship Unitarian Universalists, FTCFTH (First They Came For The Homeless), FNB (Food Not Bombs)
Monday, July 10
Agenda Committee, Monday, July 10, 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm, 2180 Milvia 6th floor conference room, planning for July 25, 2017 City Council meeting. (agenda meeting packet is 250 pages) http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Agenda_Committee__2017_Index.aspx
Tax the Rich rally, Monday, July 10, 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm, top of Solano in front of closed Oaks theater, Harry Brill said at our last gathering that Tax the Rich is now the longest running rally in the history of Berkeley, September 12, 2017 will be the 6th anniversary
Mayor Jesse Arreguin – State of the City Address with Q&A, Monday, July 10, 6:00 pm, 2025 Addison, Berkeley Repertory Theatre, RSVP https://www.eventbrite.com/e/state-of-the-city-address-with-mayor-jesse-arreguin-tickets-35772910739
*Peace and Justice Commission, Monday, July 10, 7:00 pm – 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, agenda includes election vice chair, workplan and resolution opposing fascism,
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Peace_and_Justice_Commission_Homepage.aspx
*Personnel Board, Monday, July 10, 7:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, agenda includes extension of temporary solid waste workers, consolidation and retitling of psychiatrist positions with salary raise, http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Personnel_Board_Homepage.aspx
Youth Commission – does not meet during the summer
Tuesday, July 11
Berkeley City Council, Tuesday, July 11, 6:00 pm, 2134 MLK Jr. Way, City Council Chambers, agenda include: funding license plate readers, homelessness pathways project, bridge, automatic door openers in multi-unit buildings, public financing of elections, U1 funds, resilient shoreline,
http://www.ci.berkeley.ca.us/Clerk/City_Council/2017/07_Jul/City_Council__07-11-2017_-_Regular_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
http://www.berkeleyside.com/2017/07/05/opinion-elisa-cooper-taught-history-affordable-housing-shortage/
Wednesday, July 12
Homeless Commission, Wednesday, July 12, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, agenda includes: update on encampment, access to mental health, proposed pilot/ordinance on people living in their cars, http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Homeless_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Parks and Waterfront Commission, Wednesday, July 12, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 2800 Park St, Frances Albrier Community Center, agenda includes: workplan, update T1, update James Kenney Park Renovation, http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Parks_and_Waterfront_Commission.aspx
Police Review Commission, Wednesday, July 12, 7:00 pm – 9:30 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, agenda includes: observing Urban Shield exercise, whether to open review of June 20 BPD actions, right to watch policy, Police Chief Greenwood response to release of CPE report
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Thursday, July 13
Community Environmental Advisory Commission, Thursday, July 13, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Russell St, South Branch Library, agenda includes: cigarette butt pollution, indoor air quality, lead poisoning, pharmaceutical disposal ordinance, climate change and urban biodiversity, stormwater infrastructure, plastic straws
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Community_Environmental_Advisory_Commission/
*Medical Cannabis Commission, Thursday, July 13, 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm, 2180 Milvia St, 6th Floor, agenda includes amendment to BMC Chapter 12.26 http://www.cityofberkeley.info/MedicalCannabis/
Zoning Adjustments Board, Thursday, July 13, 7:00 pm – 11:30 pm, 2134 MLK Jr. Way, City Council Chambers, http://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
Friday, July 14
No city meetings
Saturday, July 15
Nationwide Anti Trump/Pence Protests, Saturday, July 15, 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm, Civic Center, San Francisco, sponsored by RefuseFascism.org, march on Sunflower-Alliance calendar,
Sunday, July 16
350BayArea and Sunflower Alliance final Refinery Corridor Healing Walk, Sunday, July 16, 8:00 am start, (no alcohol, no drugs including marijuana, no dogs,) http://350bayarea.org/event/final-refinery-corridor-healing-walk
This is an unusually full week, because of rescheduling of meetings for July 4th Holiday
Meetings that were rescheduled, because of the July 4 holiday are preceded with *
Saturday, July 8
McGee-Spaulding Indivisible Meeting and Potluck Brunch, Saturday, July 8, 10:00 am – 12:00 noon – 2144 Jefferson Street, University Terrace, neighborhood indivisible focus is local Berkeley issues, Urban Shield, release of Center for Policing Equity Report, automatic license plate reader, surveillance equipment regulation,
South Berkeley Neighbors Potluck BBQ & Music Festival, Saturday, July 8, 12:00 pm – 6:00 pm Ellis Street Between Prince and Ashby,
Sunday, July 9
Sunflower Alliance Meeting, Sunday, July 9, 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm, Bobby Bowens Progressive Center 2540 Macdonald, Richmond, http://www.sunflower-alliance.org/sunflower-alliance-meeting-july-9/
East Bay DSA Council Meeting, Sunday, July 9, 3:00 pm, 6501 Telegraph, Oakland Neibyl Proctor Marxist Library, http://www.eastbaydsa.org/events
United Against Hate Forum, Sunday, July 9, 3:30 pm – 6:30 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, for more information contact, [email protected]
Party for a Potty! Benefit for FTCFTH and FNB, Sunday, July 9, 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 1924 Cedar, Berkeley Fellowship Unitarian Universalists, FTCFTH (First They Came For The Homeless), FNB (Food Not Bombs)
Monday, July 10
Agenda Committee, Monday, July 10, 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm, 2180 Milvia 6th floor conference room, planning for July 25, 2017 City Council meeting. (agenda meeting packet is 250 pages) http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Agenda_Committee__2017_Index.aspx
Tax the Rich rally, Monday, July 10, 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm, top of Solano in front of closed Oaks theater, Harry Brill said at our last gathering that Tax the Rich is now the longest running rally in the history of Berkeley, September 12, 2017 will be the 6th anniversary
Mayor Jesse Arreguin – State of the City Address with Q&A, Monday, July 10, 6:00 pm, 2025 Addison, Berkeley Repertory Theatre, RSVP https://www.eventbrite.com/e/state-of-the-city-address-with-mayor-jesse-arreguin-tickets-35772910739
*Peace and Justice Commission, Monday, July 10, 7:00 pm – 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, agenda includes election vice chair, workplan and resolution opposing fascism,
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Peace_and_Justice_Commission_Homepage.aspx
*Personnel Board, Monday, July 10, 7:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, agenda includes extension of temporary solid waste workers, consolidation and retitling of psychiatrist positions with salary raise, http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Personnel_Board_Homepage.aspx
Youth Commission – does not meet during the summer
Tuesday, July 11
Berkeley City Council, Tuesday, July 11, 6:00 pm, 2134 MLK Jr. Way, City Council Chambers, agenda include: funding license plate readers, homelessness pathways project, bridge, automatic door openers in multi-unit buildings, public financing of elections, U1 funds, resilient shoreline,
http://www.ci.berkeley.ca.us/Clerk/City_Council/2017/07_Jul/City_Council__07-11-2017_-_Regular_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
http://www.berkeleyside.com/2017/07/05/opinion-elisa-cooper-taught-history-affordable-housing-shortage/
Wednesday, July 12
Homeless Commission, Wednesday, July 12, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, agenda includes: update on encampment, access to mental health, proposed pilot/ordinance on people living in their cars, http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Homeless_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Parks and Waterfront Commission, Wednesday, July 12, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 2800 Park St, Frances Albrier Community Center, agenda includes: workplan, update T1, update James Kenney Park Renovation, http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Parks_and_Waterfront_Commission.aspx
Police Review Commission, Wednesday, July 12, 7:00 pm – 9:30 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, agenda includes: observing Urban Shield exercise, whether to open review of June 20 BPD actions, right to watch policy, Police Chief Greenwood response to release of CPE report
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Thursday, July 13
Community Environmental Advisory Commission, Thursday, July 13, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Russell St, South Branch Library, agenda includes: cigarette butt pollution, indoor air quality, lead poisoning, pharmaceutical disposal ordinance, climate change and urban biodiversity, stormwater infrastructure, plastic straws
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Community_Environmental_Advisory_Commission/
*Medical Cannabis Commission, Thursday, July 13, 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm, 2180 Milvia St, 6th Floor, agenda includes amendment to BMC Chapter 12.26 http://www.cityofberkeley.info/MedicalCannabis/
Zoning Adjustments Board, Thursday, July 13, 7:00 pm – 11:30 pm, 2134 MLK Jr. Way, City Council Chambers, http://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
- 2025 Center Street Garage – modify conditions of approval to expand construction hours.
- 2777 Shattuck Ave – Appeal of Design Review Committee approval of final design – Honda project to move into former Any Mountain location, Staff recommending to dismiss appeal
- 1441 Campus Drive – Appeal of Zoning Officer approval of enlarging single family home - Staff recommending to dismiss appeal
- 1436 Campus Drive – New hearing 4195 sq ft single family dwelling with 748 sq ft AD, same owner as 1441 Campus Drive,
- 840 Page Street – add 3rd story, increase bedrooms from 5 to 7 to building that is non-conforming to residential zoning density
- 3100 San Pablo Ave – approve final EIR for 97,447 sq ft medical office building
Friday, July 14
No city meetings
Saturday, July 15
Nationwide Anti Trump/Pence Protests, Saturday, July 15, 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm, Civic Center, San Francisco, sponsored by RefuseFascism.org, march on Sunflower-Alliance calendar,
Sunday, July 16
350BayArea and Sunflower Alliance final Refinery Corridor Healing Walk, Sunday, July 16, 8:00 am start, (no alcohol, no drugs including marijuana, no dogs,) http://350bayarea.org/event/final-refinery-corridor-healing-walk