What's Ahead
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The process for creating the weekly summary of meetings and events includes review of City Council and every Berkeley Board and Commission webpage for upcoming meetings. Every meeting agenda is read and topics of interest are listed. The process for creating the weekly summary starts after the close of City offices on Friday at 5:00 pm. The weekly index of meetings is usually posted between midnight Friday and 2:00 am Saturday for the coming week. Click on the links for the full meeting agenda.
Week April 22 - April 29, 2018
Worth Noting - A lot going on this week
  • Sunday the Berkeley Tenants Union Convention selects candidate slate for the November Rent Board elections.
  • Monday Assembly District 15 Candidate forum. Sponsored by Contra Costa League of Women Voters at San Pablo Public Library in San Pablo. This is getting critical. There are 12 candidates anything could happen and we need the best 2 elected in the CA June primary to go to the November election.
  • Tuesday and Thursday City Council meetings
    • regular meeting 6:00 pm Tuesday council chambers
    • special meeting 6:00 pm Thursday on encampments (homeless camps) and sidewalk policies (at Longfellow Middle School).
  • Wednesday Police Review Commission votes on charter amendment written by the PRC Reform subcommittee
  • Sunday April 29 BPA-BCA endorsement meeting for City Auditor and Council Districts 1,4,7,8
 
City Council May 1 meeting available for comments, Council@cityofberkeley.info Agenda: 18. Investment report Oct1-Dec 31, 2017, 20. Continue banking with Wells Fargo thru 2020, 21. Recommendation from Disaster and Fire Safety Commission Fire and Health Departments to Participate in Urban Shield and UASI trainings – anticipate referral to Urban Shield subcommittee, 22. Microbond Blockchain Initiative, 25. Referral to Planning allow 4 Temporary Zoning Amendments to increase student housing, 26 a&b Emergency Outdoor Shelter for the Homeless
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2018/05_May/City_Council__05-01-2018_-_Regular_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
 
Sunday, April 22, 2018
  • Berkeley Tenants Union Convention, Sun, April 22, 12:45 pm – 4:30 pm, 2727 Milvia, Sports Basement. Agenda: candidate forum to select slate of five candidates to fill the Berkeley Rent Board vacancies in the November election. Berkeley’s Rent Stabilization Board serves landlords and tenants and plays a vital role in ensuring fair rent prices and living conditions.  https://www.facebook.com/events/201725380588950/
  • Berkeley Earth Day – The Wild & Scenic FilmFest, Sun, April 22, 10:00 am – 6:00 pm, 2150 Allston, David Brower Center (free event) http://berkeleyearthday.org/
Monday, April 23, 2018 Tuesday, April 24, 2018 Wednesday, April 25, 2018 Thursday, April 26, 2018
  • LATE ENTRY  Loan Administration Board , Thursday, April 26, 6:00 pm, Better Homes and Garden, 2095 Rose St. Suite 100, Agenda: Discussion and Action, Media Center, Anton Salon
    https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Loan_Admin_Board.aspx
  • City Council Ad Hoc Subcommittee on Urban Shield, Thur, April 26, 12:30 – 2:30 pm, Cypress Rm 1st Floor, Members: Arreguin, Davila, Hahn, Maio, Agenda: Proposed Worthington letter on Urban Shield, Community Preparedness, recommendation on NCRIC – Northern, CA Regional Intelligence Center
  • City Council Special Session – Proposed Policies on Sidewalks and Encampments, Thur, April 26, 6:00 pm, 1500 Derby, Longfellow Middle School, Agenda: sitting, lying, dogs, objects on sidewalks, encampment response policy https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2018/04_Apr/City_Council__04-26-2018_-_Special_Meeting_Agenda.asp
  • Community Health Commission, Thur, April 26, 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 2939 Ellis St. South Berkeley Senior Center, no agenda posted as of 4-20-2018 https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Community_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
  • Mental Health Commission, Thur, April 26, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center​ https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Mental_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
  • Zoning Adjustments Board, Thur, April 26, 7:00 pm – 11:30 pm, 2134 MLK Jr. Way, City Council Chambers, staff recommending approval of all projects
    • 2350 Prospect – construct 3-story 6-bedroom GLA – (group living accommodation) on vacant lot
    • 3028 Regent  - convert a 2-story care-facility to a duplex reducing number of bedrooms from 16 to 11
    • 2921 Otis – raise rear yard dwelling unit by 3 feet to add 1-bedroom dwelling in basement
    • 1506 Bonita – raise duplex by 8’-10’ adding 2 ground floor dwellings, increasing units on parcel from 6 to 8 and bedrooms from 6 to 12.
    • 3100 San Pablo – addendum to outpatient center final, 43,000 sq ft office space, 6000 sq ft R&D
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
Friday, April 27, 2018
  • No meetings found
Saturday, April 28, 2018 Sunday, April 29, 2018
  • BPA-BCA – City Council Districts 1,4,7,8 and City Auditor - Candidate Endorsement Meeting, Sunday April 29, (registration 1:30 pm) 2:00 pm – 5:30 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center. All invited, only members vote for endorsements.  http://berkeleycitizensaction.org/
  • Indivisible East Bay, Sun, April 29, 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm, 2727 Milvia, Sports Basement, All member meeting https://indivisibleeb.org/upcoming-events/
Week April 15 - April 22, 2018
Worth Noting:
  • The charter for the Police Review Commission (PRC) is 40 years old and in need of significant updating which can only be done through ballot initiative. Berkeley Community United for Police Oversight is gathering signatures for their proposal. The Police Review Commission Reform Subcommittee is preparing an alternate proposal which also addresses the current Police Review Commission weaknesses. The PRC alternative is targeted to be completed this coming week by the reform subcommittee in time for a full PRC Commission vote on April 25.
  • The Transportation Commission meeting on Thursday will be taking action on new signage at Berkeley City limits. Proposed language: “Welcome to Berkeley” “LOVE LIFE” “Sanctuary City” “Ohlone Territory”
  • The Landmarks Preservation Commission designated/landmarked the Campanile Way View as a significant element on April 5. On Thursday April 19 the Design Review Committee will be reviewing the preliminary design for the proposed 18-story 274 unit building at the Walgreen’s site corner of Shattuck and Allston which blocks about 50% of the view. As of Nov 28, 2017, Berkeley (construction completed or in progress) has overbuilt market rate/luxury priced units by 405 and underbuilt all levels of affordable housing units by 1335 units.

City Council April 24 meeting agenda available for comment. Council@cityofberkeley.info   31. Allocation Federal Funds, 32. Block Grants, 33. Carbon Free energy, 34. Single use foodware, 36. GoBerkeley Transportation 37. Youth Spirit Artwork Tiny House project, 38 a.& b. Achieving Fair and Impartial Policing, 39. Information – Rapid Rehousing report
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2018/04_Apr/City_Council__04-24-2018_-_Regular_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
 
Sunday, April 15, 2018
  • NO! to U.S. Wars march and rally, end Wars at Home & Abroad,
Schedule:
  • 11:00 am – Gather Lake Merritt Amphitheater
  • 11:30 am  - rally Lake Merritt
  • 12:30 pm – march from Lake Merritt Amphitheater to Oscar Grant Plaza
  • 1:30 pm – rally at Oscar Grant Plaza
https://www.facebook.com/events/187473998692994/
Monday, April 16, 2018 Tuesday, April 17, 2018 Wednesday, April 18, 2018 Thursday, April 19, 2018 Friday, April 20, 2018 Saturday, April 21, 2018
  • Berkeley Earth Day Shoreline Cleanup, Sat, April 21, 9:00 am – 11:30 am, Shorebird Park Nature Center
Sunday, April 22, 2018
No City meetings or demonstrations found

Week April 8 - April 15, 2018
City Council is on spring recess. Next Council meeting April 24, 2018.
Worth Noting
  • The proposed agenda for April 24 City Council meeting deserves review and is posted with Monday’s Agenda Committee. For comment email: council@cityofberkeley.info
  • The Police Review Commission, Homeless Commission and Parks and Waterfront Commission all meet Wednesday evening at the same time.
  • The Loan Administration Board (loans to local Berkeley small businesses) meets Thursday.
  • The Zoning Adjustment Board on Thursday lists 3 projects within the Hillside overlay.
Sunday, April 8, 2018 Monday, April 9, 2018
  • City Council Agenda Committee, Mon, April 9, 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm, 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Conf Room, Agenda: 26. Tiny House Project, 32. & 33. Block grant allocations, 34.a.&b. U1 funds for 1011 University complex, Housing Advisory Commission voted for moving City Council Chambers to 1011 University, 36. Deep Green Initiative, 38. GoBerkeley Transportation, 40. Disaster preparedness multi-family housing, 35 & 41. PRC recommendations to achieve Fair and Impartial policing recommendations packet pages 148-149 ,   Packet 264 pages​  https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Agenda_Committee__2018_Index.aspx
  • 3x3 Committee – 3 Council Members, 3 Berkeley Housing Authority (BHA) members, Mon, April 9, 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm, 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: HAP shortfall, small sites RFP, Damage claim program, Section 8 Landlord tax exemption
  • Police Review Commission (PRC) – Commission Reform Subcommittee, Mon, April 9, 10:00 am, 1947 Center St, Civic Center Annex Building, Western Sycamore, First Floor​ https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
  • Youth Commission, Mon, April 9, 6:30 pm, 1730 Oregon St, Martin Luther King Jr. Youth Services Center, Agenda: DACA, Homeless Youth https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Youth_Commission_Homepage.aspx
  • Tax the Rich rally – Mon, April 9, 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm top of Solano in front of closed Oaks Theater, rain cancels
Tuesday, April 10, 2018
  • Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board – Budget and Personnel Subcommittee, Tue, April 10, 5:30 pm, 2001 Center St, Law Library, 2nd Floor, Agenda: Staffing Model, Budget, Mental Health Training​ https://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Wednesday, April 11, 2018 Thursday, April 12, 2018
  • Community Environmental Advisory Commission, Thur, April 12, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Russell St, South Branch Library, Agenda: Green Development Requirements, Stormwater infrastructure, Plastic Straws, Anti-idling ordinance https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Community_Environmental_Advisory_Commission/
  • Loan Administration Board , Thur, April 12, 6:00 pm, 1250 9th Street, The Companion Group, Agenda: RLF portfolio, Berkeley Times, Oakland Grown, New Brochures, CupCaking Bake Shop, East Bay Media Center, Anton Salon https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Loan_Admin_Board.aspx
  • Zoning Adjustments Board, Thur, April 12, 7:00 pm – 11:30 pm, 2134 MLK Jr. Way, City  Council Chambers,  ​http://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
    • ​​1330 Summit Road – construct new 3950 sq ft, 3-story single family dwelling with 2’ front yard setback when 20’ required, Hillside overylay
    • 800 University – establish beer and wine retail sales
    • 1609 Eighth St – reconstruct 1012 sq ft single family dwelling with attached garage
    • 1436 Campus Dr – construct 4,195 sq ft single family dwelling with ADU, 5 bedrooms total, parking structure front yard, Hillside overlay
    • 1446 Fifth St – construct 4 detached, 3-story, 1800 sq ft single family dwellings
    • 749 Contra Costa Ave - 618 foot addition to single family dwelling, Hillside overlay
    • 1711 & 1713 MLK Jr Way -  Increase number of bedrooms from 3 to 15, reduce off street parking from 8 to 2, increase dwelling from 1 to
Friday, April 13, 2018 Saturday, April 14, 2018
  • March for Science, Sat, April 14, is in Oakland, 11:00 am – 3:00 pm, Lake Merritt Amphitheater & Henry Kaiser Auditorium​ https://www.marchforsciencesf.com/
  • McGee Spaulding Neighbors in Action (District 4) meeting with Kate Harrison 10:00 am – 12:00 noon, 2144 Jefferson, University Terrace Community Room, This is a neighborhood meeting for District 4 residents living within area bounded by MLK Jr. Way, Dwight, Sacramento, and University.
Sunday, April 15, 2018
  • There has been mention of Tax or anti-war protest on Sun, April 15, however, nothing was found in Facebook or internet search. 
Week April 1 - April 8, 2018
​The weekly summary is a voluntary civic commitment in the hope that you can be just a little better informed. Local does matter.  
Worthy of Attention
  • 1900 Fourth Street – the 260 dwelling unit mixed use complex (2 buildings – low income and market rate) at the Shellmound is now submitted under SB35 (50% / 130 units to be for low income affordable housing) on agenda Peace and Justice Commission Monday and Landmarks Preservation Commission (LPC) Thursday. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/uploadedFiles/Planning_and_Development/Level_3_-_ZAB/2018-03-08_APP_%20Applicant%20Statement%20with%20objective%20standards.pdf
  • City Council Budget Committee first meeting Tuesday at 11:30 am. This starts a restructuring of the city budget process
  • City Council Tuesday evening – public comment on consent items proposed procedure change  
  • Campanile Way View special 6:30 pm meeting of the LPC on Thursday still needs to be posted
  • CA Assembly District 15 candidate forums this week on Thursday and Saturday. The top two will go on the November ballot. With twelve candidates anything can happen – time to pay attention.
 
City Council spring recess is April 4 – April 23.
 
The meeting list is also posted on the Sustainable Berkeley Coalition website.
http://www.sustainableberkeleycoalition.com/whats-ahead.html
 
Sunday, April 1, 2018
  • No demonstrations/city meetings found, Easter Sunday, Passover March 30 – April 7
Monday, April 2, 2018 Tuesday, April 3, 2018 Wednesday, April 4, 2018 Thursday, April 5, 2018
  • Housing Advisory Commission, Thur, April 5, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: ADU Low Income Pilot Program, Home Share Program, Small Sites Housing Program, Moderate Income Housing, http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Housing_Advisory_Commission/
  • Landmarks Preservation Commission, Thur, April 5, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center,
    • 6:30 pm – 7:00 pm, Hearing on whether to Landmark the Campanile Way View was scheduled at the March 1 meeting, (posted Monday)
    • 7:00 pm – 11:30 pm, Agenda action items: Grant Application, Consider City Parks subcommittee, Review/Discussion: 2580 Bancroft – Fred Turner Building mixed use project, Live Oak Park, 1200 San Pablo demolition of building, 1900 Fourth Street presented as 50% low income affordable housing, http://www.cityofberkeley.info/landmarkspreservationcommission/
  • Medical Cannabis Commission, Thur, April 5, 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm, 2180 Milvia St, 6th Floor, Agenda: proposed changes to Cannabis Ordinance https://www.cityofberkeley.info/MedicalCannabis/
  • Late Entry Police Review Commission – Commission Reform Subcommittee, Thur, April 5, 10:00 am, 1947 Center St, Civic Center Annex Building, Western Sycamore, First Floor​ ​http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
  • Public Works Commission, Thur, April 5, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 1326 Allston Way, Willow Room, City of Berkeley Corporation Yard, Agenda: public input process, Undulating Pavement at University and West Frontage Road, T1 Update, packet includes schedule of hearings and projects https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Public_Works_Commission_Homepage.aspx
  • Assembly District 15 Candidate Forum, Thur, April 5, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 5714, MLK Jr. Way, OAKLAND, North Oakland Senior Center, Hosted by League of Women Voters Berkeley, Albany, Emeryville, there are now 12 candidates vying for Assembly District 15, Top 2 from June Primary will move to Nov. election https://www.facebook.com/events/1683616831706664/
Friday, April 6, 2018 Saturday, April 7, 2018
  • Assembly District 15 Candidate Forum, Sat, April 7, 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm, UC Berkeley – Genetics & Plant Biology Room 100, Hosted by Empathy Tent & BridgeUSA Berkeley,, WDRC,  all 12 candidates for Assembly District 15, Top 2 from June Primary will move to Nov. election https://www.facebook.com/events/217324602338605/
Sunday, April 8, 2018
Week March 25 - April 1, 2018
Sunday,  March 25, 2018
  • Indivisible East Bay, Sun, March 26, 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm, 2727 Milvia, Sports Basement, Berkeley
Monday,  March 26, 2018Tuesday, March 27, 2018
  • Berkeley City Council, Tues, March 27, 2134 MLK Jr Way, City Council Chambers5:00
    • Closed Session 5:00 pm, Agenda: BUSD Chambers (1231 Addison) price and terms negotiations
    • Regular Session, 6:00 pm – 11:00 pm, Agenda: -6. Homeless Fund – STAIR Center, 7. Timothy Burroughs Director of Planning, 20. HAC U1 Recommendations, 21. Police Foot Patrol in Downtown, 22.a&b Storage at Premier Cru, 23. Ballot Measures 2018, 24. BACS to Operate Pathways Project, 25. Zoning – R-1A 2nd dwelling unit 27. Police Oversight Ballot Measure. Email: council@cityofberkeley.info https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
  • City Council Ad-Hoc Subcommittee on Automatic Door Openers, Tue, March 27, 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm, 2180 Milvia, Redbud Room, 5th Floor, Agenda: revised ordinance, Committee members: Hahn, Worthington, Harrison, Wengraf, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Council_5/Elected_Officials_and_Collections/Ad_Hoc_Subcommittee_on_Automatic_Door_Openers.aspx
  • Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board – Long Term Tenants Rights, Tue, March 27, 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm, 1901 Russell, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library Community Room
  • http://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/event?oeidk=a07ef0rerqp729aa209&llr=7zis6zuab
​Wednesday, March 28, 2018Thursday, March 29, 2018Friday, March 30, 2018
  • Passover begins, Good Friday
Saturday, March 31, 2018Sunday, April 1, 2018
  • No demonstrations/city meetings found, Easter Sunday
Week March 18 - March 25, 2018
The list of City Meetings for the upcoming week is heavy, however, a closer look should go to CA Senate Bill 827 sponsored by Nancy Skinner and Scott Wiener. This bill is on the agenda for the Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board on Monday and on Thursday the Wellstone Democratic Renewal Club will have a debate forum with Nancy Skinner.
  • Supporters claim SB 827 is a gutsy measure that challenges rich homeowners by overriding local restrictions on development near transit,
  • Opponents call SB 827 a lubricant for gentrification and profiteering guarantee for investors ensuring residents and regulations will not get in the way of scooping up cheap land for maximum profit.
Here is a view from LA which might make you want to take another look at local maps.
https://knock-la.com/these-maps-show-how-sb-827-targets-gentrifying-communities-of-color-while-ignoring-the-richest-and-9efe16b9a1ec
Wednesday the Planning Commission holds a public hearing on the density bonus.
Saturday, March 24 is the day of the nation and worldwide marches, March For Our Lives on gun safety. Local marches include Oakland, San Francisco and Richmond. The Oakland March is timed to precede the SF March.
Adeline Corridor Exhibit - Exhibit Schedule The exhibit runs through Friday, March 23rd. It is open to the public weekdays from 8:00am - 6:00pm (exhibit closed on Sundays) evening exhibit hours from 6:00pm - 8:00pm on Tuesday (3/20), Wednesday (3/21),
City Council March 27 Agenda is available for comment, Agenda: Planning for March 27 City Council, Consent -6. Homeless Fund – STAIR Center, 7. Timothy Burroughs Director of Planning, 14. Ballot Measure for Police Oversight, Action - 20. HAC U1 Recommendations, 21. Police Foot Patrol in Downtown, 22.a&b Storage at Premier Cru, 23. Ballot Measures 2018, 24. BACS to Operate Pathways Project, 25. Zoning – R-1A 2nd dwelling unit 27. Police Oversight Ballot Measure. Email: council@cityofberkeley.info
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2018/03_Mar/City_Council__03-27-2018_-_Regular_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
Sunday,  March 18, 2018
  • No city meetings or demonstrations found
Monday,  March 19, 2018 Tuesday,  March 20, 2018 Wednesday,  March 21, 2018 Thursday,  March 22, 2018
  • Community Health Commission, Thur, March 22, 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm, 2939 Ellis St. South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda not posted https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Community_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
  • Parks and Waterfront Commission, Thur, March 22, 11:00 pm – 12:00 pm, 201 University Ave, Marina Office Small Conf. Room, Agenda: Creating Urban Pollinator Habitat  http://www.cityofberkeley.info/opengovermentcommission
  • Zoning Adjustments Board, Thur, March 22, 7:00 pm – 11:30 pm, 2134 MLK Jr. Way, City Council Chambers
    • 2118 Channing Way – eliminate 4 parking spaces and expand 2 ground floor units
    • 917 Camelia St – PG&E demolish vacant single family residence
    • 1640 Ninth St – construct 2nd single family dwelling on parcel, 2-story
    • 2439 Tenth St – expand height and length of dormers
    • 1034 Channing Way – raise 2-story duplex by 15” and move 2”,  replace foundation
    • 2119 Eighth St – construct 3-story single family dwelling at rear of parcel to be 2nd dwelling https://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
  • Wellstone Democratic Renewal Club, Thur, March 22, potluck dinner 6:00 pm, meeting 6:45 pm – 9:00 pm, 390 27th Street, Humanist Hall, Nancy Skinner SB 827 – forum with Kate Harrison, Margaretta Lin http://wellstoneclub.org/event/wdrc-club-meeting-for-march-2018/
  • Film “Invisible Students: Homeless at UC Berkeley” free screening, Thur, March, 22, 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm, Eshelman Hall, top floor, 2457 Bancroft Way,
Friday,  March 23, 2018
  • Cheryl Davila – District 2, Open Office Hours, Fri, March 23, 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm, 2056 San Pablo Ave, Café V “ElPatio”
Saturday,  March 24, 2018
  • March For Our Lives, Sat, March 24,
    • Oakland – Rally 10:00 am – 1:00 pm, Frank Ogawa Plaza (rally scheduled to precede march in SF)
    • San Francisco – Rally 1:00 pm – 2:45 pm at Civic Center followed with March
    • Richmond – Rally 11:00 am – 2:00 pm, 1300 Nevin Ave, Richmond
  • Petition https://marchforourlivespetition.com/
  • Upgrade and Renovation Live Oak Park Community Center, Sat, March 24, 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm, 1301 Shattuck Ave @ Berryman
Sunday,  March 25, 2018
  • Indivisible East Bay, Sun, March 26, 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm, 2727 Milvia, Sports Basement, Berkeley​
Week March 11 - March 18, 2018
There is a heavy list of city meetings for the upcoming week with most meetings earning only a quick scan. The meetings of importance where public input is needed are:
  • City Council Tuesday evening 6:00 pm
  • Design Review Committee Thursday evening 7:00 pm
Meetings with likely good information for future decision making and city action:
  • Webinar Tuesday noon on preservation/treatment of Historic Buildings 12:00 noon, FYI -contract restricts webinar viewing to single site, (webinar login from home not allowed)
  • Urban Shield Subcommittee Wednesday afternoon 3:00 pm
  • Police Review Commission Wednesday evening 7:00 pm
Adeline Corridor Exhibit - Exhibit Schedule The exhibit runs from Saturday, March 10th through Friday, March 23rd. It is open to the public anytime from 8:00am - 6:00pm on weekdays and 9:30am - 2:00pm on Saturdays (exhibit closed on Sundays) evening exhibit hours from 6:00pm - 8:00pm on Monday (3/12), Thursday (3/15),
Sunday, March 11, 2018 – Daylight Savings Time – Spring Forward Monday,  March 12, 2018 Tuesday, March 13, 2018
Berkeley City Council, Tues, March 13, 2134 MLK Jr Way, City Council Chambers
  • Closed Session: 4:30 pm, Agenda: Significant Exposure to Litigation
  • Regular Session, 6:00 pm – 11:00 pm, Agenda
    • 19. Police Foot Patrol in Downtown (on consent)
    • 25. ZAB Appeal 2212 Tenth St
    • 26. The PRC has made recommendations to respond to the Police Equity Report which showed racial bias – The Police Review Commission (PRC) recommends: adding data analyst, recording use of force, tracking by individual officer, implementation of body cameras,  .
    • 27. Surveillance Technology and Community Safety has 3 versions: a. by the Police Review Commission (PRC) with counter proposal b. by the City Manager and c. by Mayor Arreguin – all inclusive of a. plus expansion to include reporting any data breeches, whistleblower protections, review of possible unintended sharing of data collected.
    • 28. Strengthening Significant Community Benefits needs support as Berkeley history shows over and over promised benefits offered by projects to gain community support often fall to the cutting room floor when it comes to actually building the project. Likely to be postponed.
    • 29. Supplemental Paid Family Leave a. Commissions on Labor & Status of Women – add job protection, financial resources, b. City Manager – refer for prioritization process – cost $945,485
    • 30. Storage for unhoused persons at Premier Cru a. Homeless Commission  - provide storage, b. City Manager – decline storage
    • 31. BRIDGE Affordable housing project has a $15 million funding shortfall.  https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
  • Landmarks Preservation Commission, Tues, March 13, 12:00 pm – 1:30 pm, 1947  Center St, Camphor Room 2nd Floor, Agenda: CA Preservation Foundation (CPF) Webinar broadcast, Secretary of Interior Standards for Treatment Historic Properties http://www.cityofberkeley.info/landmarkspreservationcommission/
Wednesday, March 14, 2018 Thursday,  March 15, 2018​Friday, March 16, 2018 Saturday,  March 17, 2018
  • Adeline Corridor – Exhibit and Programs at Ed Roberts Campus
    Affordable Housing and Community Benefits, Sat, March 17, 10:00 am – 11:30 am, Ed Roberts Campus
    Redesigning the Right-of-Way to Improve Mobility, Safety, and Public Spaces, Sat, March 17, 12:00 pm – 1:30 pm, Ed Roberts Campus
Sunday, March 18, 2018
  • No demonstrations found - Adeline Corridor exhibit – closed on Sunday
Week March 4 - March 11, 2018
The March 13 City Council meeting includes items of contention that were left unsettled and rescheduled. Comments emailed early have the best chance of being read.
  • Surveillance Technology and Community Safety has 3 versions: a. by the Police Review Commission (PRC) with counter proposal b. by the City Manager and c. by Mayor Arreguin.
  • The PRC has made recommendations to respond to the Police Equity Report which showed racial bias.
  • BRIDGE Affordable housing project has a $15 million funding shortfall.
  • Strengthening Significant Community Benefits needs support as Berkeley history shows over and over promised benefits offered by projects to gain to widespread community support fall to the cutting room floor when it comes to actually building a project.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2018/03_Mar/City_Council__03-13-2018_-_Regular_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
email: council@cityofberkeley.info
 
Significant Community Benefits on Buildings over 75 feet is available for comment I Berkeley Considers.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/City_Manager/Press_Releases/2018/2018-03-01_Give_Input_on_“Significant_Community_Benefit”_packages_for_downtown_buildings_over_75_feet.aspx

Sunday, 4, 2018 Monday, 5, 2018 Tuesday, 6, 2018 Wednesday, 7, 2018 Thursday, 8, 2018 Zoning Adjustments Board, Thur, March 8, 7:00 pm – 11:30 pm, 2134 MLK Jr. Way, City Council Chambers
  • 1711 & 1713 MLK Jr Way  conversion commercial space to residential, increase bedrooms from 3 to 15 continue to April 12
  • 642 Arlington – enlarge existing single family dwelling
  • 2028 Bancroft Way – relocate existing 2-story residential building to 1940 Haste, construct 6-story, 62 foot 37 unit residential building, advisory comments
  • 2236 Channing Way – convert medical offices, lounge, laundry area and parking into 3 new dwelling units in 5-story mixed use building, new total 22 dwelling units
  • 1740 San Pablo Ave – demolish 2 1-story buildings, construct 5-story mixed use, 48 dwelling units, 3 live/work, 1 800 sq ft quick serve restaurant, 53 parking spaces
  • 1499 University Ave – add roof-top deck to 39 room hotel.
          http://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
Friday, 9, 2018
  • Berkeley City reduced service day
Saturday, 10, 2018 Sunday, 11, 2018  - Spring Forward - Daylight Savings Begins
Week February 25 - March 4, 2018
Busy week ahead for Berkeley City Meetings and Climate forums. Tuesday is City Council. Wednesday is the busiest night for activists.
  • Urban Shield participation is on the agenda at the Disaster and Fire Safety Commission.
  • Linda Maio is speaking at the Wednesday Safer Climate Forum.
  • Police Review Commission is discussing subcommittee recommendations and taking action on MOU (memorandum of understanding) with Homeland Security/US ICE and Homeless Encampments.
 
Written comment is accepted until April 26, 2018 to Oppose the EPA Proposed Repeal of Clean Power Plan,. The San Francisco EPA “Listening” Session on Wed, Feb 28, can be live streamed. It is too late to register to attend. The 3 “listening” sessions start at 8:30 am and end at 7:30 pm.
https://www.epa.gov/stationary-sources-air-pollution/forms/san-francisco-listening-session-repealing-clean-power-plan
 
2018 is a critical election year and 3 groups/organizations are actively working now to oust Republicans from Congressional Districts. These groups are registering voters and canvasing on issues in Republican held districts.  
The meeting list is also posted on the Sustainable Berkeley Coalition website.
http://www.sustainableberkeleycoalition.com/whats-ahead.html
 
Sunday, February 25, 2018
Adeline Corridor Development – Sun, Feb 25, 12:30 pm, 2108 Russell St @ Lorina, Church By the Side of the Road, Education Room, all welcome,
Indivisible East Bay All Member Meeting, Sun, Feb 25, 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm, 2727 Milvia,  Sports Basement,
https://indivisibleeb.org/upcoming-events/
Monday, February 26, 2018
City Council, Mon, Feb 26, 4:00 pm, 2180 Milvia, Cypress Room, Agenda: closed session – labor negotiators – Fire Fighters, Berkeley Police Association, IBEW, Local 1245, Service Workers
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2018/02_Feb/City_Council__02-26-2018_-_Special_Closed_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board, Mon, Feb 26, 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm, 2134 MLK Jr. Way, City Council Chambers
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Rent_Stabilization_Board/Home/Agenda__RSB_2018_Feb_26.aspx
Children, Youth and Recreation Commission, Mon, Feb 26, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 2800 Park St, Frances Albrier Community Center at San Pablo Park
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Children_Youth_and_Recreation_Commission/
Zero Waste Commission, Mon, Feb 26, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Zero_Waste_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Tax the Rich rally – Mon, Feb 26, winter hours 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm, Rain Cancels, top of Solano in front of closed Oaks Theater, 
Tuesday, February 27, 2018
Berkeley City Council, Tues, Feb 27, 2134 MLK Jr Way, City Council Chambers
  • 5:00 pm Closed Session, Agenda: Director of Planning and Development
  • 6:00 pm Regular Session, Agenda: 17. ZAB Appeal – 739 Channing Way, 20. U1 – 15% anti-displacement, 85% to maintain and increase supply of permanently affordable housing, 21. 2018 Ballot measures, 22 a.&b.Wildland Urban Interface Fire Safety and Education, 23. Utility Undergrounding
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Community Environmental Advisory Commission - Subcommittee - Citywide Green Development, Tues, Feb 27, 7:00 pm, 2000 University, Au Coquelet Restaurant
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Community_Environmental_Advisory_Commission/
Wednesday, February 28, 2018
Civic Arts Commission, Wed, Feb 28, 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/CivicArtsCommissionHomepage/
Commission on the Status of Women, Wed, Feb 28, 6:45 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: speaker BPD Chief Greenwood, Santa Rita Jail referral  https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_the_Status_of_Women_Homepage.aspx
Disaster and Fire Safety Commission, Wed, Feb 28, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 997 Cedar St, Fire Department Training Center, Agenda: 6. Recommendation Urban Shield participation
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/uploadedFiles/Fire/Commissions/Commission_for_Disaster_and_Fire_Safety/REVISED%20DFSC%20Agenda%2017-02-28.pdf
Energy Commission, Wed, Feb 28, 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: 5. EB Community Energy, 7. Deep Green Building, 8. EV Charging, 9. Model Solar Ordinance
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Energy_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Police Review Commission, Wed, Feb 28, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: subcommittee reports discussion & action – Homeless encampment, MOU with Dept Homeland Security/US ICE
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Maximizing Influence for Safer Climate, Wed, Feb 28, 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm, Ed Roberts Campus, 3075 Adeline, citizen action, strategies on major polluters, climate solutions
https://350bayarea.org/event/eyes-ca-maximizing-influence-safer-climate
Thursday, March 1, 2018
Housing Advisory Commission, Thur, March 1, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Housing_Advisory_Commission/
Landmarks Preservation Commission, Thur, March 1, 7:00 pm – 11:30 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center,
Berkeley Lawn Site to be continued
  • 2901 Benvenue Ave – Thomas & Louise Hicks House – Landmark or Structure of Merit
  • Certified Local Grant Application
  • 2580 Bancroft – Fred Turner Building – proposed alteration
  • 1110 University – Demolition referral
  • 2301 Bancroft - Campanile Way – special meeting, date not yet determined
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/landmarkspreservationcommission/
Medical Cannabis Commission, Thur, March 1, 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm, 2180 Milvia St, 6th Floor,
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/MedicalCannabis/
Friday, March 2, 2018
No city meetings or demonstrations found
Saturday, March 3, 2018
No city meetings or demonstrations found
Sunday, March 4, 2018
Legislative Action Training, Sun, March 4, 10:00 am – 3:00 pm, 2530 San Pablo Ave, #1, Sierra Club Chapter Office, Berkeley, RSVP
https://350bayarea.org/event/legislative-action-training
Week February 18 - February 25, 2018
Feb 21 Deadline to register for the Feb 28 EPA hearing to repeal the clean power plan, There are three hearings on Feb 28 morning, afternoon and early evening. https://350bayarea.org/event/oppose-clean-power-plan-repeal
City Council Agenda for February 27 available for comment. Curbside EV charging, 739 Channing appeal, U1, Ballot measures, Wildlife Urban Fire Safety and Education, undergrounding utility wires,
Email council@cityofberkeley.info
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2018/02_Feb/City_Council__02-27-2018_-_Regular_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
Indivisible Berkeley list of actions you can do from home, https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/actions

Sunday, February 18, 2018
No announced meetings or demonstrations
Monday, February 19, 2018 – President’s Day holiday Tuesday, February 20, 2018 Wednesday,  February 21, 2018 Thursday, February 22, 2018 Friday,  February 23, 2018
  • No city meetings found, no announced demonstrations
Saturday,  February 24, 2018Sunday,  February 25, 2018
  • Indivisible East Bay – all member meeting, Sun, Feb, 25, 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm, 2727 Milvia, Sports Basement, https://indivisibleeb.org/upcoming-events/​
Week February 11 - February 18, 2018
As usual, the list of City meetings is long and packed, however, there are four meetings that deserve special attention: City Council Regular Session on Tuesday evening scheduled for 6:00 pm (5:00 pm closed session may run over), Significant Community Benefits Tuesday morning 9:30 am, Urban Shield Wednesday afternoon 2:30 pm and Design Review Committee on Thursday evening 7:00 pm. 
 
Tuesday evening Berkeley City Council items 11, 32, 38, 39 all relate to the homeless – the fence on Adeline, porta potties, homeless encampment, storage at Premier Cru. Take aways from the forum on Homelessness, 0.83% of Berkeley population is homeless, 75% homeless are from the area, there is a direct relationship between the increasing homeless population and rent increases, 97% of homeless want to be in housing.  Reality check, Stonefire at University and Milvia listed prices for 2 Bed – 2 Bath  are $6360 - $6720. Estimates of the number of vacant/unrented apartments in Berkeley is 1000 -3000 – true number is unknown. 

Indivisible Berkeley list of actions you can do from home, https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/actions

​Sunday, February 11, 2018
  • Candidate Forum CA Assembly District 15, Alameda County DA, 2:00 pm – 5:30 pm, 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center, everyone welcome to hear candidates, only members of BTU, BPA, BCA will vote for endorsement.
  • Indivisible Berkeley General Assembly, Sunday, Feb 11, 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm, 1970 Chestnut St, Finnish Hall, General Assembly meeting
Monday,  February 12, 2018
  • No City meetings
  • Tax the Rich rally – Monday, Feb 12, winter hours 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm top of Solano in front of closed Oaks Theater, 
Tuesday,  February 13, 2018 Wednesday,  February 14, 2018 Thursday,  February 15, 2018 Friday,  February 16, 2018
  • No City meetings
Saturday,  February 17, 2018 Sunday,  February 18, 2018
  •  No announced meetings or demonstrations
Week February 4 - February 11, 2018
Berkeley City Council February 13, regular meeting is available for comment, 11. remove fence around Here There, 29. Fund Reserves 31. Significant Community Benefits moved to Feb 13, 32.a&b. Porta Potties, 33. Tax rate for cannabis 35. Stormwater Ballot initiative 36. a&b Paid Family leave, 37. U1, 38 a.&b. Homeless Encampment, 39. a.&b. Premier Cru storage for homeless, 43. Information space for Berkeley Food Network
Email comments to: council@cityofberkeley.info
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2018/02_Feb/City_Council__02-13-2018_-_Regular_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
Indivisible Berkeley list of actions you can do from home, https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/actions

Sunday,  February 4, 2018Monday,  February 5, 2018 Tuesday,  February 6, 2018
Berkeley City Council, Tues, Feb 6, 6:00 pm – 11:00 pm, 2134 MLK Jr Way, City Council Chambers,
Agenda: Land Use Appeals
  • 1446 Fifth Street
  • 2334 Jefferson
  • 1436 Campus Drive
      https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2018/02_Feb/City_Council__02-06-2018_-_Special_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
Wednesday,  February 7, 2018 Thursday,  February 8, 2018
  • Ad Hoc Subcommittee on Community Benefits, Thur, Feb 8, 10:00 am – 11:30 am, location and agenda to be announced https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Mayor/Home/Ad-Hoc_Subcommittee_on_Downtown_Community_Benefits_Item.aspx
  • Community Environmental Advisory Commission, Thur, Feb 8, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Russell St, South Branch Library, Agenda: Citywide green development requirements, stormwater infrastructure, BPA receipts, plastic straws http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Community_Environmental_Advisory_Commission/
  • Zoning Adjustments Board, Thur, Feb 8, 7:00 pm – 11:30 pm, 2134 MLK Jr. Way, City Council Chambers http://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
    • 2609 Shattuck & 2110 Parker St – full service restaurant – on consent
    • 2257 Glen Ave – demolish 1707 single family home, creek restoration, new 2082 single family home with 5’ front setback instead of 20 and 0’ west side setback instead of 5’-on consent
    • 2024 Shattuck – add alcohol service – on consent
    • 2367 Telegraph – establish entertainment use in basement level – staff recommend approve
    • 1200 San Pablo – demolish1-story structure, construct 6-story mixed use, density bonus, 57 dwelling units, 44 parking spaces, advisory comments 
Friday,  February 9, 2018
  • African American History Celebration, Fri, Feb 9, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm, 1730 Oregon
  • Berkeley City Reduced Service Day, Fri, Feb 9
Saturday,  February 10, 2018
  • McGee-Spaulding Neighbors in Action Meeting, Sat, Feb 10, 9:45 am – 12:00 pm, University Terrace Community Room
Sunday,  February 11, 2018
  • Candidate Forum CA Assembly District 15, Alameda County DA, 2:00 pm – 5:30 pm, 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center, everyone welcome to hear candidates, only members of BTU, BPA, BCA will vote for endorsement.
  • Indivisible Berkeley General Assembly, Sunday, Feb 11, 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm, 1970 Chestnut St, Finnish Hall, General Assembly meeting
Week January 28 - February 4, 2018
Two key meetings are:
  • City Council Tuesday Evening – surveillance technology RESULTS - Mayor Arreguin introduced counter proposal hours before council meeting, vote postponed until March 13
  • Landmarks Preservation Commission Thursday – Campanile Way, landmark hearing. RESULTS - FEIR certified
Saturday is the forum on the responding to Sutter Health's intention to close Alta Bates Hospital as early as 2019
Comment Deadline Jan 30, Community Choice Energy under attack again, fax (best) or email, details in link https://350bayarea.org/event/stand-up-for-cce-by-jan-30th
Indivisible East Bay offers an excellent summary of pending State and National legislation and events https://indivisibleeb.org/upcoming-events/
Indivisible Berkeley list of actions you can do from home, https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/actions

Sunday, January 28, 2018
Sunday, Jan 28 Events in Support of Undocumented Immigrants
  • Support Immigrants @ West County Jail, Ashkenaz: 2:30 pm, 1317 San Pablo
  • East Bay Sanctuary Coalition, 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm, 860 San Pablo Ave, Ivy Room, Albany
Monday, January 29, 2018
Council Subcommittee on Homelessness, Mon, Jan. 29, 11:00 am – 1:00 pm, 2180 Milvia, Redwood Conf Room 6th floor, Agenda: CBO Plan to address Homelessness, encampment and sidewalk policy, vehicle camping policy
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/uploadedFiles/Mayor/Level_2_-_Department_Master_and_Collections/Ad-Hoc%20Subcommittee%20on%20Homelessness%201-29-18.pdf
Agenda Committee Meeting, Mon, Jan. 29, 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm, 2180 Milvia, Redwood Conf Room 6th floor, Agenda: Plan for February 13, Regular City Council meeting, remove fence around Here There, 29. Significant Community Benefits, 30.a&b. Porta Potties, 31.Energy Program,  34a.&b. 35. U1, 36 a.&b. Homeless Encampment, 37. a.&b. Premier Cru storage for homeless,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Agenda_Committee__2018_Index.aspx
Tax the Rich rally – Mon, Jan 29, winter hours 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm top of Solano in front of closed Oaks Theater, 
Tuesday, January 30, 2018
City Council – Subcommittee on Significant Community Benefits, Tues, Jan 30, 10:00 am – 11:30 pm, 2180 Milvia, Cypress Conf Room, 1st Floor, Agenda: Strengthening Provisions of Significant Community Benefits and process
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/uploadedFiles/Mayor/Level_2_-_Department_Master_and_Collections/Community%20Benefits%20Item%20Subcommittee%201-30-18.pdf
Berkeley City Council – Regular Meeting, Tues, Jan 30, 6:00 pm – 11:30 pm, 2134 MLK Jr Way, City Council Chambers, Agenda: Surveillance Technology Aa Ab first action item after consent.7. Fire Safety and Prevention, item 9. Revenue stream for housing homeless and low-income students, 10. Berkeley Way Housing update, item 11. Endorse 2018 Affordable Housing State Ballot Initiative, item 14. Adopt resolution “Premier Cru” property 1001, 1007, 1011 University, 1925 Ninth St purchased to develop affordable housing, direct and refer to City Manager to outline full development potential of site and report back by June 12, 2018
Wednesday, January 31, 2018
Le Conte Neighborhood Association, Wed, Jan 31, 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 2905 Shattuck Ave, Art House, Agenda: Jesse Arreguin and Sophie Hahn presentation on homelessness and Pathways Project, Mobile crisis Team, Renaming LeConte School, Ford GoBike
Thursday, February 1, 2018
Housing Advisory Commission, Thur, Feb 1, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Action Plan, Student Housing, Supply of Multifamily Housing, Home Share Program, First in Time
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Housing_Advisory_Commission/
Landmarks Preservation Commission, Thur, Feb 1, 7:00 pm – 11:30 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center,
  • Campanile Way – potential landmark, continued hearing - VOTE postponed
  • 2910-12 Telegraph Ave – Structural Alteration and renovation of landmarked Yazdi Building, Mills Act Contract
  • 2151 Shattuck – The Wright Block Building, new signage
  • 2500 Shattuck – The George A. Mattern / Berkeley Bank Building, landmark application
  • 2580 Bancroft Way – Structural alteration of the Fred Turner Building to construct new mixed use 122 units with 11,000 sq ft ground floor retail, 39 parking spaces - discussion
  • 601 Ashby Ave – consideration for landmarking  - discussion
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/landmarkspreservationcommission/
Medical Cannabis Commission, Thur, Feb 1, 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm, 2180 Milvia St, 6th Floor, Agenda: proposed changes to cannabis ordinance
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/MedicalCannabis/
Public Works Commission, Thur, Feb 1, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 1326 Allston Way, Willow Room, City of Berkeley Corporation Yard, Agenda: Election, Work Plan, Storm Drain, Paving, T-1, Utility Undergrounding,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Public_Works_Commission_Homepage.aspx
The Pathways Project lead by Sophie Hahn, Thur, Feb 1, 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 941 The Alameda Berkeley, Northbrae Community Church, presentation to cover demographics of homelessness, overview Pathways Project on homelessness
Friday, February 2, 2018
Tiny House Living Festival, Friday, Saturday, 10:00 am – 8:00 pm, 4501 Pleasanton Ave, Pleasanton, Alameda County Fair Grounds. This is not a free event, entrance, $14, Seniors $12, under 12 free, free parking
http://www.tinyhouselivingfestival.com/locations/pleasanton-ca-2018/
Saturday, February 3, 2018
Keep Alta Bates Medical Center in Berkeley – Community Forum, Sat. Feb. 3, 11:00 am – 1:00 pm, Ed Roberts Campus, 3075 Adeline St, Pizza will be served please RSVP to KHarrison@cityofberkeley.info Sutter Health intends to close Alta Bates as soon as 2019
Tiny House Living Festival, Friday, Saturday, 10:00 am – 8:00 pm, 4501 Pleasanton Ave, Pleasanton, Alameda County Fair Grounds. This is not a free event, entrance, $14, Seniors $12, under 12 free, free parking
http://www.tinyhouselivingfestival.com/locations/pleasanton-ca-2018/
Sunday, February 4, 2018
Tiny House Living Festival, Sunday, 10:00 am – 5:00 pm, 4501 Pleasanton Ave, Pleasanton, Alameda County Fair Grounds. This is not a free event, entrance, $14, Seniors $12, under 12 free, free parking
http://www.tinyhouselivingfestival.com/locations/pleasanton-ca-2018/

Week January 21 - January 28, 2018
The coming week January 21 – January 28 is packed with City meetings. The week starts with the affordable housing update Sunday. Monday is Zero Waste Commission, Commission Chair Alfred Twu is running against Council member Lori Droste for District 8. City Council is Tuesday with Porta Potties, Surveillance and Significant Community Benefits on the Agenda. Wednesday the Disaster and Fire Safety Commission will be making a recommendation on Urban Shield. The same evening the Police Review Commission meets. The week finishes Thursday when ZAB will be reviewing the Final Environmental Impact Report for 2190 Shattuck Ave, the building that will block the view of the Golden Gate Bridge from Campanile Way.
The agenda for January 30th City Council meeting is available for comment, item 7. Fire Safety and Prevention, item 9. Revenue stream for housing homeless and low-income students, 10. Berkeley Way Housing update, item 11. Endorse 2018 Affordable Housing State Ballot Initiative, item 14. Adopt resolution “Premier Cru” property 1001, 1007, 1011 University, 1925 Ninth St purchased to develop affordable housing, direct and refer to City Manager to outline full development potential of site and report back by June 12, 2018. email comments to: council@cityofberkeley.info partial agenda listing:
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Agenda_Committee__2018_Index.aspx
Indivisible Berkeley list of actions you can do from home and opportunities to work on elections 2018 https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/actions

​Sunday, January 21, 2017
Update on Affordable Housing, Sun, Jan 21, 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm, Berkeley Central Library, 2090 Kittredge, New State Laws, sponsored by Berkeley Citizens Action (BCA), Berkeley Tenant Union, Cal’s Progressive Student Association,
https://allevents.in/berkeley/bca-affordable-housing-forum/722938737901848
Monday, January 22, 2018
City Council Closed Session Special Meeting, Mon, Jan 22, 4:00 pm, 2180 Milvia, Conference with Labor Negotiators, Employee Labor Contracts – BFFA (Fire Fighters) Local 1227, BPA (Berkeley Police), IBEW (Electrical Workers) Local 1245
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board, 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm, 2134 MLK Jr. Way, City Council Chambers
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Children, Youth and Recreation Commission, Mon, Jan 22, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 2800 Park St, Frances Albrier Community Center at San Pablo Park
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Children_Youth_and_Recreation_Commission/
Tax the Rich rally – Mon, Jan 22, winter hours 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm top of Solano in front of closed Oaks Theater, rain cancels
Civic Arts Commission – Public Art Subcommittee, Mon, Jan 22, 9:00 am – 10:30 am, 2180 Milvia, Cypress 1st Floor
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/CivicArtsCommissionHomepage/
Zero Waste Commission, Mon, Jan 22, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Zero_Waste_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Tuesday, January 23, 2018
Berkeley City Council, Tues, Jan 23, 6:00 pm – 11:00 pm, 2134 MLK Jr Way, City Council Chambers
4:30 pm Closed Session: Agenda: 1. Conference with BUSD 1231 Addison Price and Terms 2. Deshon Hudson v. City of Berkeley
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2018/01_Jan/City_Council__01-23-2018_-_Special_Closed_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
6:00 pm Regular Session: Agenda:16. Broadband Master Plan, 17. Ferry feasibility study $330,744 30. Student Housing, 31. Ad Hoc Committees to be open to the public with minutes, 24 hour notice of meeting, 34 a. Surveillance Ordinance – Police Review Commission, 34b. Surveillance Ordinance – City Manager requesting delay to complete counter proposal 35. Significant Community Benefits 37a. Porta Potties – Homeless Commission, 37b. Porta Potties - City Manager, 39. Replace Berkeley City Limit signs to “Welcome to Berkeley”, LOVE LIFE!” “Sanctuary City” and “Ohlone Territory”, 43. Information Report – To Achieve Fairness and Impartiality-Report and Recommendations from Berkeley Police 44. Homeless Task Force Recommendations
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2018/01_Jan/City_Council__01-23-2018_-_Regular_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
Wednesday, January 24, 2018
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board – Eviction/Section 8/Foreclosure Committee Meeting, Wed, Jan 24, 5:30 pm, 2001 Center St, Law Library 2nd Floor
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/uploadedFiles/Rent_Stabilization_Board/Level_3_-_General/18%20Jan%2024%20Agenda.pdf
Civic Arts Commission, Wed, Jan 24, 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: T1 Festival Grant Guidelines,
Policy Subcommittee 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm.
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/CivicArtsCommissionHomepage/
Commission on the Status of Women, Wed, Jan 24, 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_the_Status_of_Women_Homepage.aspx
Disaster and Fire Safety Commission, Wed, Jan 24, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 997 Cedar St, Fire Department Training Center, Agenda: Urban Shield Recommendation, Disaster preparedness, Fire safety hills
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Disaster_and_Fire_Safety_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Energy Commission, Wed, Jan 24, 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Energy_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Police Review Commission, Wed, Jan 24, 9:00 am – 9:45 am, 2087 Addison, tour of sites follows
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Loan_Admin_Board.aspx
Police Review Commission, Wed, Jan 24, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: mutual aid pacts, specially equipped van policy, 1033 program
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Thursday, January 25, 2018
Community Health Commission, Thur, Jan 25, 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm, 2939 Ellis St. South Berkeley Senior Center,
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Community_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Mental Health Commission, Thur, Jan 25, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Mental_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Zoning Adjustments Board, Thur, Jan 25, 7:00 pm – 11:30 pm, 2134 MLK Jr. Way, City Council Chambers email comments to: zab@cityofberkeley.info
  • 2524 Dwight Way – construct new 2-story single family residence and operate by-right as mini-dorm
  • 1120 Second St – rooftop wireless
  • 1734 Spruce – legalize 7th dwelling bringing total 13 bedrooms are parcel
  • 2556 Telegraph – The Village 5-story, 22 units, 2-live-work, 3358 commercial space
  • 2190 Shattuck Ave – Certification Final EIR, 18-story mixed use building which will obstruct the view of the Golden Gate Bridge from Campanile Way
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
Friday, January 26, 2018
No published City meetings as of 5:00 pm on Jan 19
Saturday, January 27, 2018
Rally for Reproductive Justice, Sat, Jan 27, 11:30 am, 90 7th Street, SF Federal Building, rally counters Walk for Life
https://www.facebook.com/events/151943795433074/
Sunday, January 28, 2018
No city meetings, 
Week January 14 - January 21, 2018
The draft agenda for the January 25, 2018 Zoning Adjustment Board is available for review and comment http://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
email comments to: zab@cityofberkeley.info
 1734 Spruce – legalize 7th dwelling bringing total 13 bedrooms are parcel
2556 Telegraph – The Village 5-story, 22 units, 2-live-work, 3358 commercial space
2190 Shattuck Ave – Certification Final EIR, 18-story mixed use building which will obstruct the view of the Golden Gate Bridge from Campanile Way
The City Council January 23 meeting agenda is posted for review and comment
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2018/01_Jan/City_Council__01-23-2018_-_Regular_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
email comments to: council@cityofberkeley.info partial agenda listing:
16. Broadband Master Plan 30. Student Housing, 31. Ad Hoc Committees to be open to the public with minutes, 24 hour notice of meeting, 34 a. Surveillance Ordinance – Police Review Commission, 34b. Surveillance Ordinance – City Manager requesting delay to complete counter proposal 35. Significant Community Benefits 37a. Porta Potties – Homeless Commission, 37b. Porta Potties - City Manager, 39. Replace Berkeley City Limit signs to “Welcome to Berkeley”, LOVE LIFE!” “Sanctuary City” and “Ohlone Territory”, 43. Information Report – To Achieve Fairness and Impartiality-Report and Recommendations from Berkeley Police
Indivisible Berkeley list of actions you can do from home, https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/actions
Sunday, January 14, 2018
Protect Berkeley Shellmound, Sun, Jan 14, 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm, 1900 Fourth Street,
Indivisible Berkeley General Assembly, Sun, Jan 14, 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1970 Chestnut St, Finnish Hall,
Monday, January 15, 2018 - Martin Luther king Jr. Holiday
Tax the Rich rally – Rain cancels, Monday, Jan 15, winter hours 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm top of Solano in front of closed Oaks Theater, 
Tuesday, January 16, 2018
Agenda Committee, Monday, Tue, Jan 16, 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm, 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Conf Room, Agenda for City Council Jan 30, meeting, item 6. Fire Safety and Prevention, item 8. Revenue stream for housing homeless and low-income students, Berkeley Way Housing update, item 10. Endorse 2018 Affordable Housing State Ballot Initiative, item 12. Adopt resolution “Premier Cru” property 1001, 1007, 1011 University, 1925 Ninth St purchased to develop affordable housing, direct and refer to City Manager to outline full development potential of site and report back by June 12, 2018.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Agenda_Committee__2018_Index.aspx
Housing Advisory Commission – Student Housing Subcommittee, Tue, Jan 16, 8:00 am, 2000 University, Au Coquelet, Agenda: Planning Commission to address housing
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Housing_Advisory_Commission/
Berkeley City Council, Tue, Jan 16, 6:00 pm, 2134 MLK Jr Way, City Council Chambers, Worksession: Small Business Support, Action: Adopt 2018-2019 Strategic Plan
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2018/01_Jan/City_Council__01-16-2018_-_Special_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Wednesday, January 17, 2018
Animal Care Commission, Wed, Jan 17, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1 Bolivar Drive, Berkeley Animal Shelter, Agenda: 2018 work plan – meeting schedule, dog play areas, lost pets
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Animal_Care_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Commission on Labor, Wed, Jan 17, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Equal pay, banning prior salary on applications, living wage
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Labor_Homepage.aspx
Human Welfare & Community Action Commission, Wed, Jan 17, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Closure Alta Bates, Childcare, Homeless Policy, Skills Training low-income residents, banking, immigration
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Human_Welfare_and_Community_Action_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Planning Commission, Wed, Jan 17, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Hearing ADU Amendments to BMC Chapter 23D.10, Public Hearing rezone 1050 Parker postponed
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Thursday, January 18, 2018
Design Review Committee, Thur, Jan 18, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center
1940 San Pablo – demolish 1-story service station, construct 5-story mixed use, 48 dwelling units, 3 live/work units, 800 sq ft café, 53 parking spaces
2580 Bancroft – demolish 2558-2588 Bancroft Way and rear half Fred Turner Building (City Landmark), 122 dwelling units, 11,000 sq ft ground floor retail, 37 parking spaces
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/designreview/
Housing Advisory Commission, Thur, Jan 18, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Home Share, Supply Rent Control Units, Smoke-free Residential Housing, Adopt More Student Housing, SB 827, Short Term Ordinance enforcement
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Housing_Advisory_Commission/
Medical Cannabis Commission, Thur, Jan 18, 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm, 2180 Milvia St, 6th Floor, Agenda: existing and proposed ordinances and regulations
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/MedicalCannabis/
Transportation Commission, Thur, Jan 18, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Hillegass/Ashby Pedestrian beacon, I-80/Gilman Bike/Ped overcrossing, autonomous vehicles, autonomous vehicles, utility undergrounding
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Transportation_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Friday, January 19, 2018
No announced meetings/events
Saturday, January 20, 2018
Women’s March 2018 – San Francisco, Sat, Jan 20, 11:30 am – 3:30 pm, march Civic Center to Embarcadero 1.7 miles
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/womens-march-2018-san-francisco-hearourvote-tickets-39714824108
Women’s March 2018 – Oakland, Sat Jan 20, 10:00 am – 3:00 pm, march Lake Merritt Amphitheater to Frank Ogawa Plaza, 0.7 mile.
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/womens-march-oakland-2018-tickets-39573397096
Sunday, January 21, 2018
No local marches

Week January 7 - January 14, 2018
The first Berkeley City Council meeting of 2018 is January 23rd. You can get a heads up by looking at the planned agenda under Monday’s Agenda Committee Meeting. Agenda items are listed that warrant scrutiny and response. An email sent to council@cityofberkeley.info will be distributed to all the Council Members and the Mayor. You can, of course, always address each Council Member and the Mayor Individually. The final agenda for January 23rd should be posted this coming Thursday, January 11. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Indivisible Berkeley is warming up for a hectic 2018. There is always a list of actions you can do from home, https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/actions, but note the IB calendar of Berkeley City meetings is projected meetings, not the final schedule.
 
Remember, being active and engaged is the best remedy for all that ails us.
 
Sunday, January 7, 2018
Indivisible Berkeley Science and Environment Team Meeting, Sunday, Sun, Jan 7, 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm, 1581 University Ave, Three Stone Hearth
https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/calendar
Monday, January 8, 2018
Agenda Committee Meeting, Mon, Jan. 8, 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm, Milvia, Redwood Conf Room 6th floor, Agenda for Jan 23 City Council meeting: surveillance ordinance, significant community benefits. Ad hoc committees, summer learning loss, removing impediments to port-a-potties, wash stations and Hepatitis A vaccines, housing, inequitable policing (disparate treatment by race) by BPD, increase feasibility study of pier and ferry services to $330,744, keep West Campus pool open year round
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Agenda_Committee__2017_Index.aspx
Personnel Board, Mon, Jan, 8, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Personnel_Board_Homepage.aspx
Youth Commission, Mon, Jan, 8, 6:30 pm, 1730 Oregon St, Martin Luther King Jr. Youth Services Center, Agenda: homelessness, immigration
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Youth_Commission_Homepage.aspx
City Council Closed Session, Mon, Jan, 8, 4:00 pm, 2180 Milvia, Cypress Room Agenda: Health Officer position to be filled
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Commission on the Status of Women Paid Leave Subcommittee, Mon, Jan 8, A meeting is listed on the website home page, but there is no agenda, time or location, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, 510 981-7071
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_the_Status_of_Women_Homepage.aspx
Tax the Rich Rally Cancelled Due to Rain, Mon, Jan 8
Tuesday, January 9, 2018
Solano Avenue Business Improvement District Advisory Board, Tue, Jan 9, 6:00 pm, 1821 Catalina Ave, Thousand Oaks Baptist Church, Agenda: Special Project Grant, Buy local participation $250
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Solano_Avenue_Business_Improvement_District_Advisory_Board_Homepage.aspx
Wednesday, January 10, 2018
Homeless Commission, Wed, Jan 10, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Presentation by YEAH and Homeless Youth Policy, Civic Center port-a-potty, centralized referral system, City response to pending litigation
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Homeless_Commission_Homepage.aspx      
Police Review Commission, Wed, Jan 10, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm Subcommittee on BPD June 20, 2017 action
7:00 pm – 10:00 pm - Regular Meeting, Agenda: mutual aid pacts, NCRIC, restructuring PRC, specially equipped van, accountability plan, use of force,
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Thursday, January 11, 2018
Zoning Adjustments Board, Thur, Jan 11, 7:00 pm – 11:30 pm, 2134 MLK Jr. Way, City Council Chambers
2009 Addison – Demolish an existing, single-story commercial building and construct 7-story mixed use performing arts space and 45 rent free dwellings, staff recommends continue off calendar
1406 McGee – raise existing single-family residence by 44” and add internal ADU, staff recommend dismiss appeal and approve
1499 University Ave – 3-story 39 room hotel previously approved, request add rooftop deck, staff recommend approve
2305 Edwards St – add 560 sq ft second story, increase bedrooms from 2 to 5, staff recommend approve
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
Friday, January 12, 2018
Berkeley City reduced service day
Saturday, January 13, 2017
McGee-Spaulding Neighbors in Action – neighborhood meeting, Sat, Jan 13, 9:30 am potluck brunch, meeting 10:00 am-12:00 pm, University Terrace Commons Room – entrance in back
Sunday, January 14, 2017
SB 100 CA Climate Legislation – 100% renewable energy by 2045, Sat, Jan 14, 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm, 12530 San Pablo #1, Berkeley, Sierra Club Bay Chapter Office, presentation on bill, current status, Q & A.
https://350bayarea.org/event/legislative-committee-meeting

Week January 1 - January 7, 2018
Happy New Year, hope you have been enjoying being on holiday too. The first week in January is off to a slow start at least here in Berkeley. There are only a few meetings while the City catches up from reduced scheduling and time off. City Council is on winter break until January 23, 2018.
Comment Deadlines
Jan 16: Stop EPA from withdrawing from Clean Power Plan
https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/
Jan 11: Community Choice Energy under attack, write to PUC
http://www.sunflower-alliance.org/community-choice-energy-under-attack-write-to-puc-jan-49/
Monday, January 1, 2018
Happy New Year
Tax the Rich rally – resumes Monday, Jan 8, winter hours 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm top of Solano in front of closed Oaks Theater,
Tuesday, January 2, 2018
No city meetings, Council on winter break until January 23, 2018
Wednesday, January 3, 2018
Board of Library Trustees, Wed, Jan 3, 6:30 pm, 1901 Russell St, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library, Agenda action: adopt resolution to identify consulting services Communications training, Organizational Review, Interest Based Bargaining (IBB)
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
Commission on Disability, Wed, Jan 3, 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Universal Design, automatic door openers, EVV (electronic visit verification) system
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Disability_Homepage.aspx
Planning Commission, Wed, Jan 3, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, listed as meeting on Planning Commission calendar, no agenda packet posted and Planning Commission webpage does not list a meeting, call before going 981-7520
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Thursday, January 4, 2018
Landmarks Preservation Commission, 7:00 pm – 11:30 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, agenda:
2301 Bancroft Way – View from Campanile Way – open hearing
Certified Local Government Grant (CLG) Application – discussion
2526-30 Shattuck – discussion appeal of designation of University Laundry Building
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/landmarkspreservationcommission/
Public Works Commission, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 1326 Allston Way, Willow Room, City of Berkeley Corporation Yard
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Public_Works_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Friday, January 5, 2018
No announced meetings or demonstrations posted,
Saturday, January 6, 2018
McGee-Spaulding Neighbors in Action, Saturday, Jan 6, 10:00 am – 2:00 pm, petitioning to end participation in Urban Shield
Sunday, January 7, 2018
No announced meetings or demonstrations posted
Week December 24 - December 31, 2017
We have a break - thank goodness for holidays
Berkeley City Government observes the Christmas Holiday, December 25 and continues with reduced services through December 31, 2017, returning to full services on January 2, 2018 after the New Year’s Day Holiday.
Tax the Rich rally at the top of Solano is on Holiday until Monday, January 8, 2018 when rallies resume 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm in front of the closed Oaks Theater.
The Weekly Index of City meetings will be published again on December 30, 2017.
Commission meetings resume the first week in January. Berkeley City Council is on break until January 23, 2018.
Week December 17 - December 24, 2017
Sunday, December 17, 2017
No City meetings or announced demonstrations
Monday, December 18, 2017
City Council Special Closed Session, Monday, Dec. 18, 4:00 pm, 2180 Milvia St, Cypress Room, Agenda: public employee appointments Director of Human Resources, Fire Chief, conference with Labor Negotiators - Employee Organizations Berkeley Fire Fighters Local 1227, Berkeley Police Association, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, Local 1245.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2017/12_Dec/City_Council__12-18-2017_-_Special_Closed_Meeting.aspx
Tax the Rich rally – Monday, Dec 18, winter hours 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm top of Solano in front of closed Oaks Theater. There will be a two week holiday break after Monday, December 18th. Tax the Rich rallies will resume January 8, 2018.
Civic Arts Commission – Public Art Subcommittee, Monday, Dec. 18, 9:00 am – 10:30 am, 2180 Milvia St, Redwood Room, 6th Floor, T1 Bonds, BART Plaza, 2017-2018 Civic Center Exhibit
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/CivicArtsCommissionHomepage/
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board, Monday, Dec. 18, 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm, 2134 MLK Jr. Way, City Council Chambers, Agenda: appeal 2412 Atherton St Unit #2, displacement disaster victims, community emergency response in large multi-unit buildings, Very full agenda – check links http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Rent_Stabilization_Board/Home/Agenda__RSB_2017_Dec_18.aspx
Police Review Commission – Subcommittee Review of BPD Response at June 20 City Council, Monday, Dec. 18, 1:30 pm, 1947 Center Street, 1st Floor, Western Sycamore Conference Room, Agenda: make findings, make any needed recommendations based on findings
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Tuesday, December 19, 2017
Berkeley City Council, Tuesday, Dec 19, 6:00 pm – 11:00 pm, 2134 MLK Jr Way, City Council Chambers, Agenda: item 36 City Manager proposing per unit fee to monitor below market housing cost of monitoring staff $199,483 (1.115 FTE) to the full agenda packet is 498 pages, item 39 referral process, item 40 a Police Review Commission (PRC) repeal pepper spray ordinance from Set 12, 2017, 40 b City Manager reject PRC recommendation,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Wednesday, December 20, 2017
Planning Commission, Wednesday, Dec 20, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Agenda: Commission work plan, calendar, recommendation for Council Housing Action Plan
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Thursday, December 21, 2017
Civic Arts Commission – Grants Subcommittee, Thursday, Dec 21, 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center Library, Agenda: Discussion guidelines for city festival funding
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/CivicArtsCommissionHomepage/
Design Review Committee, Thursday, Dec 21, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center,
1499 University Ave @ Sacramento – Final design review modification – modify previously approved hotel project now under construction to allow roof deck approximately 2080 sq ft
2556 Telegraph @ Blake – Continued preliminary design ti demolish 2-story commercial building, construct 5-story mixed-use building with 22 dwelling units.
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/designreview/
Open Government Commission  - Thursday, Dec 21, Meeting cancelled
Friday, December 22, 2017
No City meetings posted, City services are listed as full schedule
Saturday, December 23, 2017
No announced demonstrations
Sunday, December 24, 2017
No announced demonstrations
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Week December 10 - December 17, 2017
December 19 is the last City Council meeting before the winter recess. The agenda is posted and available for comment. Of note: Item 40a – Police Review Commission (PRC) calls for the repeal of the use of pepper spray,
40b. Berkeley Police Department (BPD) and City Manager counter the PRC to retain use of pepper spray.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2017/12_Dec/City_Council__12-19-2017_-_Special_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
 
Sunday, December 10, 2017
No city meetings or announced demonstrations
Monday, December 11, 2017
City Council Special Meeting, Mon, Dec. 11, 10:00 am – 4:00 pm, enter at 2031 Bancroft Way, Main Branch Library Community Room 3rd floor, agenda: Brown Act, Ethics, Principles of Good Governance
Youth Climate Lawsuit –Fundamental & Constitutional Right to a Livable Climate, Mon, Dec. 11, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm, Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals, 95 -  7th Street, San Francisco, Appeal is to lift temporary stay and let lawsuit on a livable climate proceed.
https://350bayarea.org/event/childrens-climate-lawsuit-federal-government
Tax the Rich rally – Mon, Dec 11, winter hours 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm top of Solano in front of closed Oaks Theater, 
Youth Commission, Mon, Dec 11, 6:30 pm, 1730 Oregon St, Martin Luther King Jr. Youth Services Center, agenda: homeless youth, DACA
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Youth_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Civic Arts Policy Subcommittee, Mon, Dec 11, 6:30 pm, 2020 Shattuck Ave, Comal, agenda: draft cultural plan
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/CivicArtsCommissionHomepage/
Tuesday, December 12, 2017
4x4 Committee (4 City Council members 4 Rent Board Members), Tue, Dec 12, 9:00 am, 2001 Center St, 2nd Floor, Rent Board Law Library, agenda discussion rent ordinance and ADU, limit rent increases, demolition ordinance mitigation fee
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/4x4_Committee_Homepage.aspx
Board of Library Trustees - Bylaws Subcommittee, Tue, Dec 12, 12:00 pm, 1125 University Ave, West Branch Library  https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
Homeless Commission – Encampment Subcommittee, Tue, Dec 12, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center, agenda: process for or establishing policy for sanctioning encampments
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Homeless_Commission_Homepage.aspx      
Wednesday, December 13, 2017
Police Review Commission, Wed, Dec 13, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, agenda: body worn cameras BPD presentation, use of force
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Thursday, December 14, 2017
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board Habitable and Sustainable Housing Committee, Thur, Dec 14, 5:45pm, 2001 Center St, 2nd Floor, Rent Board Law Library, agenda: external disaster recovery plan, green building standards, EV charging stations, elevator ordinance http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Community Environmental Advisory Commission, Thur, Dec 14, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Russell St, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library,
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Community_Environmental_Advisory_Commission/
Mental Health Commission, Thur, Dec 14, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, agenda: Mental Health Crisis response
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Mental_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Zoning Adjustments Board, Thur, Dec 14, 7:00 pm – 11:30 pm, 2134 MLK Jr. Way, City Council Chambers
1805 Franklin – appeal of administrative use permit to construct addition to 1-story residential adding 148 sq ft to 1st floor, 921 sq ft 2nd floor,
2100 San Pablo – former U-Haul site, construct mixed use 96 unit residential care facility
2928 Ellsworth – renovate 4 bedroom dwelling to 8 bedrooms and construct 130 sq ft addition and 125 sq ft detached accessory building w/full bath,
1050 Parker – construct 61,000 sq ft commercial building for medical offices and R&D, 119 parking spaces,
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
Friday, December 15, 2017
Councilmember Cheryl Davila office hours, Fri, Dec 15, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm, 2265 Fifth Street, Tomate Café,  
Sierra Club Members leadership/chapter elections, voting deadline Fri, Dec 15, 2:00 pm, https://www.sierraclub.org/san-francisco-bay/2017chapterelections
Saturday, December 16, 2017
East Bay DSA is canvassing Sat, Dec 16, 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm South, West and North Berkeley to support Single Payer Health Care
Sunday, December 17, 2017
No city meetings or announced demonstrations

Week December 3 - December 10, 2017
Zoning Adjustment Board draft agenda for Dec 14 is available for review and comment, Projects: 2355 Telegraph, 1805 Franklin St, 2100 San Pablo – requires zoning reclassification, 2538-2542 Durant, 2928 Ellsworth, 1050 Parker
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
Saturday, December 2, 2017
Public Works Commission, Sat, Dec 2, 9:30 pm – 12:00 pm, 1326 Allston Way, Willow Room, City of Berkeley Corporation Yard, agenda: utility undergrounding report
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Public_Works_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Sunday, December 3, 2017
Film QUEEN MIMI fundraiser for Consider the Homeless, Sunday, Dec 3, 3:00 pm doors open, 3:30 pm film, 6:00 pm dinner, 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
documentary homeless woman who spent 20 years on the street before finding a home – Mimi now 90+
http://www.considerthehomeless.org/QueenMimi/index.html
Monday, December 4, 2017
Tax the Rich rally – Monday, Dec 4, winter hours 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm top of Solano in front of closed Oaks Theater, signs and song to oppose the GOP tax bill, support Net Neutrality
City Council Agenda Committee, Monday, Dec 4, 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm, 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, agenda planning for Dec 19 last council meeting before winter recess: 25. West Campus open pool and shower year round, 36a. PRC repeal pepper spray ordinance, 36b (City Manager) keep pepper spray
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Agenda_Committee__2017_Index.aspx
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board, Outreach Subcommittee, Monday, Dec 4, 5:45 pm, 2001 Center St, Law Library 2nd Floor, http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Open Government Commission Lobbyist Registration and Revolving Door Subcommittee, Monday, Dec 4, 7:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, agenda: lobbyist ordinance
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/opengovermentcommission/
Personnel Board, Monday, Dec 4, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Personnel_Board_Homepage.aspx
Tuesday, December 5, 2017
Berkeley City Council - Regular Meeting, Tuesday, Dec 5, 6:00 pm – 11:00 pm, 2134 MLK Jr Way, City Council Chambers, agenda: A,B1,B2,allocation general funds, 23.a. surveillance technology ordinance, 24. Amend ordinance parking fines and fees to ability to pay 25. Strengthen Significant Community Benefits
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Wednesday, December 6, 2017
Board of Library Trustees, Wednesday, Dec 6, 6:30 pm, 1901 Russell St, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library, agenda: recommendations to Acting Director organizational review, services evaluation
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
Disaster and Fire Safety Commission, Wednesday, Dec 6, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 997 Cedar St, Fire Department Training Center, agenda: wildfire threats East Bay Parks, UCB lands, utilities undergrounding, disaster preparedness, Commissioner documents not included with agenda
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Disaster_and_Fire_Safety_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Energy Commission, Wednesday, Dec 6, 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Meeting listed on Community Calendar, agenda: EV readiness requirements
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Energy_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Planning Commission, - Cancelled
Thursday, December 7, 2017
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board – IRA/AGA Subcommittee, Thursday, Dec 7, 5:30 pm, 2001 Center St, Law Library 2nd Floor, http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Berkeley City Council - Special Meeting, Thursday, Dec 7, 6:00 pm, 2134 MLK Jr Way, City Council Chambers, agenda: Climate Action Plan, Traffic Pedestrian Safety
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2017/12_Dec/City_Council__12-07-2017_-_Special_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
Housing Advisory Commission, Thursday, Dec 7, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, agenda: Brown Act Training, Use U1 Funds, Berkeley Way Project
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Housing_Advisory_Commission/
Landmarks Preservation Commission, Thursday, Dec 7, 7:00 pm – 11:30 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center,
2740 Telegraph – Rose Garden Inn
Civic Center Park- maintenance and repair
2270 Acton – Berkeley Lawn Bowl Club Site
1120 Second St – City Landmark Incinerator Site
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/landmarkspreservationcommission/
Friday, December 8, 2017
City Reduced Service Day
Saturday, December 9, 2017
Mental Health Commission, Saturday, Dec 9, 10:00 am – 4:00 pm, 1901 Russell St, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library, agenda: training Mental Health Commission responsibilities
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Mental_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Sunday, December 10, 2017
No city meetings or announced demonstrations

Week November 26 - December 3, 2017
The December 5, Berkeley City Council Agenda is now available for review and response. Agenda key items: item 15. 2nd dwelling unit/ADU for homeless, item 23. Surveillance Technology Ordinance, item 25. Significant Community Benefits
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Indivisible Berkeley list of actions you can do from home, https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/actions
Sunday, November 26, 2017
No demonstrations posted
Monday, November 27, 2017
Tax the Rich rally – Mon, Nov 27, winter hours 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm top of Solano in front of closed Oaks Theater, signs and song to oppose the GOP tax bill, support Net Neutrality
Berkeley City Council – Closed Session, Mon, Nov 27, 4:00 pm, 2180 Milvia, Cypress Room, agenda: City Council negotiations with BUSD School Board regarding use of 1231 Addison, BUSD Board Room, public comment allowed on agenda item only https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Community Environmental Advisory Commission Stormwater Infrastructure Subcommittee, Mon, Nov 27, 6:30 pm, Au Coquelet Restaurant, 2000 University
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Community_Environmental_Advisory_Commission/
Zero Waste Commission, Mon, Nov 27, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, agenda: Donation unsold food, food donation hub
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Zero_Waste_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Children, Youth and Recreation Commission, Mon, Nov 27, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 2800 Park St, Frances Albrier Community Center at San Pablo Park, NO POSTED AGENDA on Website
http://www.ci.berkeley.ca.us/Children_Youth_and_Recreation_Commission/
Tuesday, November 28, 2017
Berkeley City Council - Regular Meeting, Tues, Nov 28, 6:00 pm – 11:00 pm, 2134 MLK Jr Way, City Council Chambers, agenda: affordable housing items 21, 22, 26. Item 21 Pipeline Report contains status charts of all housing projects proposed and approved since 2014.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Wednesday, November 29, 2017
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board – Eviction/Section 8/Foreclosure Committee Meeting, Wed. Nov 29, 5:30 pm, 2001 Center St, Law Library, 2nd Floor
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Civic Arts Commission, Wed. Nov 29, 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, agenda: action item Festival Funding Guidelines
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/CivicArtsCommissionHomepage/
Thursday, November 30, 2017
Stop Funding Climate Change Rally at Wells Fargo Headquarters in San Francisco, Thur, Nov 30, 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm, 464 California St, SF, hosted by SF Sierra Club
https://350bayarea.org/events-alt
Zoning Adjustments Board, Thur, Nov 30, 7:00 pm – 11:30 pm, 2134 MLK Jr. Way, City Council Chambers
  • 1330 Summit Road – construct new 3,950 sq ft 3-story single family residence on vacant hillside lot, on consent
  • 2072 Addison St – demolish 1-story commercial building, construct 7-story mixed use restaurant ground floor, 66 dwelling units, 29 parking spaces, on consent
  • 2210 & 2212 MLK Jr Way – expand and convert existing 2-story to 3 dwelling units when 2 allowed, 1 parking space when 3 required, staff recommend approve
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
Friday, December 1, 2017
No posted City meetings
Saturday, December 2, 2017
Bay Resistance Team Training, Sat, Dec 2, 10:00 am – 4:00 pm, 360 14th St, Oakland, CA, https://350bayarea.org/event/bay-resistance-team-training
“Stand With Puerto Rico” Fund Raiser Event in Oakland, Sat, Nov 2, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 2044 Franklin St, Oakland, East Bay for Everyone Office multiple sponsors, http://wellstoneclub.org/
Public Works Commission, Sat, Dec 2, 9:30 pm – 12:00 pm, 1326 Allston Way, Willow Room, City of Berkeley Corporation Yard, agenda: utility undergrounding report
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Public_Works_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Sunday, December 3, 2017
No demonstrations posted
WEEK November 19 - November 26, 2017
Please mark your calendars for the November 28th City Council meeting. There are three Council meetings left before the winter holiday and they are all going to need our attention -  November 28th, December 5th and December 19th
Everything this week is happening on Monday and then essentially closes down for Thanksgiving extended holiday. It appears someone forgot to cancel the Energy Commission meeting for Wednesday as there is no posted agenda.
Indivisible Berkeley list of actions you can do from home, https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/actions
Phone bank for Doug Jones with Wellstone members http://wellstoneclub.org/
If you see an error or omission, please send a note to sustainableberkeleycoalition@gmail.com. 
Sunday, November 19, 2017
Local Police Chiefs in Conversation with the Public – Berkeley, Richmond, El Cerrito, Sun, Nov 19, 3:00 pm – 4:30 pm, 1249 Marin Ave. Albany Community Center
https://indivisibleeb.org/upcoming-events/
Monday, November 20, 2017
Civic Arts Commission – Policy Subcommittee, Mon, Nov 20, 10:30 am – 12:00 pm, 2180 Milvia, Pepperwood Room, 5th Floor, Harold Way, agenda: Homelessness and affordable housing collaboration project
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/CivicArtsCommissionHomepage/
Agenda Committee, Mon, Nov 20, 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm, 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Conf Room, agenda: planning for Dec 5 meeting, surveillance technology ordinance, community benefits
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Agenda_Committee__2017_Index.aspx
Tax the Rich rally – Mon, Nov 20, winter hours 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm top of Solano in front of closed Oaks Theater, signs and song to oppose the GOP tax bill
Public Works Commission – Utility Undergrounding Subcommittee, 4:00 pm – 5:30 pm, 1947 Center Street, 4th Floor – agenda, phase 2 report on utility undergrounding
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Public_Works_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board, Mon, Nov 20, 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm, 2134 MLK Jr. Way, City Council Chambers, agenda: CA State 6 month protection against price gouging
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Tuesday, November 21, 2017
No posted City Meetings
Wednesday, November 22, 2017
Energy Commission, Wed, Nov 22, 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center. Meeting is listed on City calendar, NO AGENDA posted or meeting noted on Energy Commission home page
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Energy_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Thanksgiving, Thursday, November 23, 2017 thru Sunday, November 26, 2017
Take a much needed break to rest, connect with family and friends and re-energize, we have work ahead. Consider giving to the Alameda County Food Bank https://www.accfb.org/give/ The Alameda County Food Bank serves 1 in 5 residents of Alameda County, 2/3 of which are children and seniors.
 
 
 
Week November 12 - November 19, 2017
Sunday, November 12, 2017
No posted rallies or city events
Monday, November 13, 2017
Tax the Rich rally – Rain Cancels, Monday, Nov 13, winter hours 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm, rain predicted for Monday, top of Solano in front of closed Oaks Theater
Agenda Committee, Nov 13, Monday, 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm, 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Conf Room, agenda: planning for Nov 28,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Agenda_Committee__2017_Index.aspx
Tuesday, November 14, 2017
City Council, Nov 14, Tuesday, 2134 MLK Jr Way, Council Chambers
4:30 pm – Closed Session, conference with legal counsel
6:00 pm – Regular Session, 22. Appeal 2777 Shattuck (proposed new Honda site), 24. Berkeley Police disparate racial treatment policy and practice reforms, 25. Police Review Commission (PRC) ballot initiative charter amendment to give greater authority to citizen commission 30. Labor Commission provision to allow employees and business owners living outside of Berkeley (Droste/Wengraf), equitable access to greenspace
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Wednesday, November 15, 2017
Animal Care Commission, Wed, Nov 15, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1 Bolivar Drive, Berkeley Animal Shelter, announcement of mtg date only, no agenda content
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Animal_Care_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Commission on Aging, Wed, Nov 15, 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Aging_Homepage.aspx
Commission on Labor, Wed, Nov 15, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, agenda: Fair Chance ordinance, Living wage,
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Labor_Homepage.aspx
Planning Commission, Wed, Nov 15, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, agenda: ADU ordinance, R1A ordinance defines limits for 2nd house on lot including height, side and rear yard setbacks
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Police Review Commission, Wed, Nov 15, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, agenda: fair and impartial policing, reporting requirements on use of force, timeline bodyworn cameras, restructuring PRC.
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Thursday, November 16, 2017
Community Health Commission, Thur, Nov. 16, 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm, 2939 Ellis St. South Berkeley Senior Center, agenda: Hepatitis A city-wide sanitation resource assessment
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Community_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Community Workshop Group Living (GLA) and Noise Ordinances, Thur, Nov 16, 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm, 2180 Milvia, City Hall, 6th floor Sequoia/Redwood Conf rooms.
Design Review Committee, Thur, Nov. 16, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center
  • 2100 San Pablo – demolish 1-story commercial building, construct 6-story mixed use building with 96 unit residential care
  • 2556 Telegraph – demolish 2-story commercial building, construct 5-story mixed use with 23 dwellings and 2-live work
  • 2580 Bancroft Way – demolish 2558-2588 and rear half Fred Turner Building, construct mixed use with 122 dwelling units
  • 1740 San Pablo – demolish two 1-story service stations, construct 5-story mixed use with 48 dwelling units, 53 parking spaces
  • 600 Addison – redevelop industrial site next to aquatic park, multi-story multiple building complex with 830 on-site parking spaces
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/designreview/
Fair Campaign Practices Commission, Thur, Nov. 16, 7:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, agenda: potential BERA violation 2016 Arreguin campaign
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/FCPC/
Open Government Commission, Thur, Nov. 16, 7:30 pm or 8:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, agenda: proposal to impose deadline for draft minutes, ordinance lobbyist registration
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/opengovermentcommission/
Human Welfare & Community Action Commission – cancelled
Medical Cannabis Commission, Thur, Nov. 16, 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm, 2180 Milvia St, 6th Floor,
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/MedicalCannabis/
Sugar-Sweetened Beverage Product Panel of Experts, Thur, Nov. 16, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Sugar-Sweetened_Beverage_Product_Panel_of_Experts.aspx
Transportation Commission, Thur, Nov. 16, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, agenda: undergrounding utilities, sidewalk repair,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Transportation_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Friday, November 17, 2017
 No announced meetings or rallies
Saturday, November 18, 2017
Berkeley Shoreline Cleanup, Sat Nov 18, 9:00 am – 1:00 pm, 160 University Ave.
Sunday, November 19, 2017
No announced meetings or rallies
 

Week November 5 - November 12, 2017
Indivisible Berkeley list of actions you can do from home including getting out the vote in Virginia – the election is Tuesday and latest news shows the governor’s race tied., https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/actions
 
Daylight savings time ends Sunday and Tax the Rich rally changes to winter hours 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm on Monday.
 
On Tuesday, City Council will hear reports on the T1 Bond and capital improvement projects -click on the link for directions on watching from home.
 
The Zoning Adjustment Board (ZAB), normally meets on the 2nd and 4th Thursday, however, this week ZAB will meet Wednesday, Nov 8 which makes Wednesday, Nov 8 a jam-packed evening. The Library Board is interviewing two candidates for the 2018 open position, Homeless Commission will discuss/take action on sanctioning homeless camps, Police Review Commission is reviewing the BPD response on June 20 (the night over 300 of us showed up to speak against Urban Shield and NCRIC) and multiple big projects are being presented at ZAB.  
 
Saturday, November 11 is Veteran’s Day, however, the City, banks and federal offices/employees observe the holiday on Friday, November 10. The Postal Service observes the holiday on Nov 11.
 
Sunday, November 5, 2017 – Daylight Savings ends 
Upcoming Projects in District 2 with Councilmember Cheryl Davila, Sunday Nov 5, 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm, Frances Albrier Park, 2800 Park – Rain Cancels, if rain will be rescheduled
Save Alta Bates Rally – Stroller Brigade (no baby required), Sunday, Nov 5, 11:30 am – 1:00 pm, at Alta Bates Medical Center
Human Welfare & Community Action Commission – Special Meeting, Sunday, Nov 5, 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave. North Berkeley Senior Center, agenda: 12:15 pm – 4:15 pm Strategic Planning
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Human_Welfare_and_Community_Action_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Monday, November 6, 2017
Tax the Rich rally, Monday, Nov 6, 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm, top of Solano in front of closed Oaks Theater,  (winter hours start November 6)
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board – Outreach Committee, Monday, Nov 6, 5:30 pm, 2001 Center St, Law Library, 2nd floor
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Peace and Justice Commission, Monday, Nov 6, 6:00 pm – 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Peace_and_Justice_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Personnel Board, Monday, Nov 6, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Personnel_Board_Homepage.aspx
Tuesday, November 7, 2017
City Council, Special Meeting, Tuesday, Nov 7, 6:00 pm, 2134 MLK Jr Way, agenda, Bi-Annual T1 Infrastructure Bond Program, Parks & Waterfront and Public Works Capital Improvement Projects updates, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2017/11_Nov/City_Council__11-07-2017_-_Special_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
Wednesday, November 8, 2017
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board – drop-in for Cal, every Wednesday, Nov 8, 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm, 218 Eshelman Hall 2nd Floor,
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Board of Library Trustees, Wednesday, Nov 8, 6:30 pm, 1901 Russell St, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library, agenda: Interviews and selection of candidate to fill 2018 open Board position
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
Homeless Commission, Wednesday, Nov 8, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, agenda: option of sanctioned encampment,
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Homeless_Commission_Homepage.aspx      
Parks and Waterfront Commission, Wednesday, Nov 8, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 2800 Park St, Frances Albrier Community Center, agenda: form subcommittee on Bees
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Parks_and_Waterfront_Commission.aspx
Police Review Commission, Wednesday, Nov 8, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, agenda: review BPD response June 20 – (special mtg on Urban Shield, NCRIC,)
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Zoning Adjustments Board, Wednesday, Nov 8, 7:00 pm – 11:30 pm, 2134 MLK Jr. Way, City Council Chambers
  • 2236 Channing Way – convert medical offices and parking to 3 new dwelling units, to be continued to Nov 30
  • 600 Addison – Project preview and EIR scoping session, 475,000 sq ft gross floor space for multiple story buildings research and development with 830 parking spaces.
  • 1740 San Pablo – Project preview, 5 story mixed use with 48 dwelling units, 4-live/work, 53 parking spaces
  • 1446 Campus Drive – construct 4,183 sq ft single family dwelling on vacant lot
  • 2323 Eighth St – demolish single family dwelling and ADU, construct two 2-story single family dwellings.
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
Thursday, November 9, 2017
Community Environmental Advisory Commission, Thursday, Nov 9, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Russell St, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library, phase out natural gas, City-wide green development requirements, mandatory stormwater infrastructure
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Community_Environmental_Advisory_Commission/
Friday, November 10, 2017
Veterans’ Day Holiday Observed – City, State, Federal Offices and Public Libraries closed.
Saturday, November 11, 2017
Veterans’ Day
Sunday, November 12, 2017
No events found.


Week October 29 - November 5, 2017

​Sunday, October 29, 2017
Berkeley Progressive Alliance, Sunday, Oct 29, 2:00 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, speaker, Dr. Lawrence Rosenthal, UBC Center for Right-Wing Studies, Berkeley Housing Update J. Arreguin, By-Laws vote
Monday, October 30, 2017
Agenda Committee, Monday, Oct 30, 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm, 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Conf Room
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Agenda_Committee__2017_Index.aspx
Tuesday, October 31, 2017
City Council, Regular Meeting, Tuesday, Oct 31, 6:00 pm, 2134 MLK Jr Way, Item 26. on use of force - definition and recording of all use of force looks to have majority support. 28. Disparate Racial Treatment and 29. Police Review Charter amendment – the Police Review Commission https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2017/10_Oct/City_Council__10-31-2017_-_Regular_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
Wednesday, November 1, 2017
Commission on Disability, Wed, Nov 1, 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center – no agenda posted
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Disability_Homepage.aspx
Planning Commission, Wed, Nov 1, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center – no agenda posted
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Thursday, November 2, 2017
Housing Advisory Commission, Thur, Nov 2, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, agenda: Brown Act, U1, Smoking in Multi-Unit residences
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Housing_Advisory_Commission/
Landmarks Preservation Commission, Thur, Nov 2, 7:00 pm – 11:30 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center,
2580 Bancroft Way – comment – EIR scoping, demolition referral, Fred Turner Building, using density bonus, student housing, 122 units studio to 6 bedrooms https://www.cityofberkeley.info/uploadedFiles/Planning_and_Development/Level_3_-_ZAB/2017-05-26_SUB_AppStatement_2580%20Bancroft.pdf
2740 Telegraph – Rose Garden Inn, structural alteration
2270 Acton Street – Landmark Berkeley Lawn Bowl Club site
4 Greenwood – Mills contract
2301 Bancroft – Campanilie Way View
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/landmarkspreservationcommission/
Medical Cannabis Commission, Thur, Nov 2, 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm, 2180 Milvia St, 6th Floor,
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/MedicalCannabis/
Public Works Commission, Thur, Nov 2, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 1326 Allston Way, Willow Room, City of Berkeley Corporation Yard
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Public_Works_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Friday, November 3, 2017
No scheduled meetings
Saturday, November 4, 2017
Open to the Public, Assembly District 15 Candidate Forum Hosted by CA Democratic Party African American Caucus. , Saturday Nov 4, 11:00 am – 2:00 pm 2600 Mission Bell Dr, in San Pablo, Contra Costa College, Paul Cobb Moderator, https://www.facebook.com/events/1569508013079595
http://www.aroundthecapitol.com/districts/AD15/
Sunday, November 5, 2017
Upcoming Projects in District 2 with Councilmember Cheryl Davila, Sunday Nov 5, 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm, Frances Albrier Park, 2800 Park


Week October 22 to October 29, 2017
There are some very interesting meeting packets and agendas in the upcoming week.
Monday the Zero Waste Commission will be discussing the impact of China’s National Sword Regulations on Paper and Plastic Recycling – China is reducing importing contaminated waste for recycling. 2/3 of CA paper and plastic recycling is exported to China for processing. Wednesday’s Police Review Commission packet contains the police after action reports. The August 27 demonstrations list a policing cost of over $200,000. The Mental Health agenda packet for Thursday has data on substance abuse in Alameda County.
 
The City Council Meeting agenda for Oct 31 is posted and contains 3 items on policing. Item 26 Use of force - definition and recording of all use of force. Item 28. Disparate Racial Treatment, 29. Police Review Commission Charter amendment ballot initiative. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2017/10_Oct/City_Council__10-31-2017_-_Regular_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
 
Sunday, October 22, 2017
Upcoming Projects in District 2 with Councilmember Cheryl Davila, Sun, Oct 22, 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm, Strawberry Creek Park, 1620 Allston Way (near playground)
Indivisible Berkeley General Assembly Meeting, Sun, Oct 22, 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1970 Chestnut St, Finnish Hall,
https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/calendar
Monday, October 23, 2017
Tax the Rich rally, Mon, Oct. 23, 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm, top of Solano in front of closed Oaks Theater,  (winter hours start November 6)
Children, Youth and Recreation Commission, Mon, Oct 23, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 2800 Park St, Frances Albrier Community Center at San Pablo Park
http://www.ci.berkeley.ca.us/Children_Youth_and_Recreation_Commission/
Berkeley City Council Closed Session, Mon, Oct 23, 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm, 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, Conference with Labor Negotiators
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Open Government Commission Lobbyist Registration and Revolving Door Subcommittee, Mon, Oct 23, 6:30 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center,
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/opengovermentcommission/
Zero Waste Commission, Mon, Oct 23, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, agenda: China reducing contaminated imports for recycling, CA exports most paper, plastics, 2/3 go to China
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Zero_Waste_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Tuesday, October 24, 2017
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board – Tenants’ Rights Workshop, Tues, Oct 24, 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm, Berkeley Central Library, 3rd Floor, 2090 Kittredge
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Housing Advisory Commission – U1 Expenditures Subcommittee, Tue, Oct 24, 6:00 pm, Au Coquelet, 2000 University Ave,
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Housing_Advisory_Commission/
Police Review Commission – Closed Inquiry Hearing, Tue, Oct 24, 5:30 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, Berkeley Police Association v. City of Berkeley
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Wednesday October 25, 2017
Civic Arts Commission, Wed, Oct 25, 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/CivicArtsCommissionHomepage/
Commission on the Status of Women, Wed, Oct 29, 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_the_Status_of_Women_Homepage.aspx
Disaster and Fire Safety Commission, Wed, Oct 25, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 997 Cedar St, Fire Department Training Center – NO AGENDA posted
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Disaster_and_Fire_Safety_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Energy Commission, 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Energy_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Police Review Commission, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, agenda packet: contains police after action reports from Aug 27, Sept 14 and Free Speech Week
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Thursday, October 26, 2017
Mental Health Commission, Thur, Oct 26, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, agenda includes Commission draft By-laws
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Mental_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Zoning Adjustments Board, Thur, Oct 26, 7:00 pm – 11:30 pm, 2134 MLK Jr. Way, City Council Chambers
  • 2241 Ninth St – enclose 210 sq ft covered balcony at multi-family property that exceeds density and lot coverage, on consent
  • 2040 Fourth St – establish beer and wine service at nail salon, on consent
  • 835 Folger – demolish non-residential building – Ashby Lumber, on consent
  • 2580 Bancroft Ave – EIR Scoping and Preview, demolish 2558 – 2588 and rear half of Fred Turner Building 2546-2554 Bancroft, a City Landmark and construct mixed use building with 122 dwelling units
  • 740 Ensenada Ave – Appeal to approval of addition to single family home
  • 1717 University – demolish 1-story commercial building and house and construct mixed-use with 28 dwelling units
  • 739 Channing Way – 3 detached, 3-story buildings with 10 dwellings, 4 live-work, 1-office,
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
Community Health Commission, Thur, Oct 26, 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm, 2939 Ellis St. South Berkeley Senior Center, NO AGENDA posted
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Community_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Friday, October 27, 2017
No City meetings found
Saturday, October 28, 2017 and Sunday, October 29, 2017
Looks quiet – get ready for halloween
Sunday, October 15, 2017
Sunday Streets Berkeley – canceled to poor air quality
Monday, October 16, 2017
Tax the Rich rally – cancelled, air quality predicted to remain poor on Monday  
Agenda Committee City Council, Monday, Oct 16, 2:30 pm – 3:00 pm, 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, agenda planning for City Council Oct 31, refer to BPD to address racial disparate treatment, ballot initiative for PRC, Lorin district economic plan, require BPD reporting all use of force
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Agenda_Committee__2017_Index.aspx
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board, Monday, Oct 16, 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm, 2134 MLK Jr. Way, City Council Chambers
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Rent_Stabilization_Board/Home/Agenda__RSB_2017_Oct_16.aspx
Civic Arts Commission – BART Plaza Sculpture Selection Panel, Monday, Oct 16, 9:00 am – 10:30 am, 2180 Milvia St. Civic Center Cypress Room, 1st Floor
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/CivicArtsCommissionHomepage/
Tuesday, October 17, 2017
City Council, Thursday, Oct. 17, 2134 MLK Jr Way
  • 4:00 pm Closed Session – Conference with legal counsel Post Office v. City of Berkeley
  • 6:00 pm Regular Meeting – agenda: 20. Homeless Service funding & 36. Homeless Service alternate funding, 26. Increase public accessible restrooms and sanitation facilities referral to City Manager, 28. Expenses associated with protests/events, 32. Appeal 970 Santa Barbara Rd, 34. T1 bonds $35 million, 37. Suicide prevention, 38. Zero waste Strategic Plan, 40. Admin changes to increase competitiveness of Taxicabs https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Board of Library Trustees, Tuesday, Oct. 17, 6:30 pm, 1901 Russell St, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library, Oct 4 mtg cancelled and rescheduled for Oct 17, agenda, recruitment
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
Peace and Justice Commission, Tuesday, Oct. 17, 7:00 pm – 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, agenda: socially responsible investing, Surveillance Policy,
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Peace_and_Justice_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Wednesday October 18, 2017
Commission on Aging, Wednesday, Oct 18, 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, agenda: sidewalk safety
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Aging_Homepage.aspx
Human Welfare & Community Action Commission, Wednesday, Oct 18, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center,
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Human_Welfare_and_Community_Action_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Planning Commission, Wednesday, Oct 18, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, agenda: R-1A Development Standards
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Animal Care Commission, usual meeting 3rd Wednesday, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1 Bolivar Drive, Berkeley Animal Shelter – No meeting schedule or agenda posted
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Animal_Care_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Thursday, October 19, 2017
Design Review Committee, Thursday, Oct 19, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center
  • 2811-2815 Channing Way – exterior improvements single family dwelling to 3 units, comments building A only
  • 2129 Shattuck – Center Street Hotel, mixed use hotel, residential condominiums, new BofA, office, restaurant, signage Residence Inn, Mariott
  • 2100 San Pablo Ave -  4-story, mixed use 92 unit residential care facility with 33 parking spaces
  • 2009 Addison St, 7-story mixed use with theatre 1st floor, school of theater 2nd floor, 44 residential units floors 3 -7
  • 1050 Parker – 3-story commercial building, 61,000 research and development and medical office and quick service restaurant, 119 parking spaces
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/designreview/
Fair Campaign Practices Commission, Thursday, Oct 19, 7:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center,
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/FCPC/
Open Government Commission, Thursday, Oct 19, 7:30 pm or 8:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, agenda: complaint City Board and Commission meeting minutes not posted in a timely manner, City Deputy Attorney no requirement to do so
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/opengovermentcommission/
Loan Administration Board, Thursday, Oct 19, 6:30 pm, 1250 9th Street, The Companion Group, agenda: program review, loan extension, East Bay Media Center, Minuteman Press 2nd loan, Souvenir Coffee
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Loan_Administration_Board_Homepage.aspx
Sugar-Sweetened Beverage Product Panel of Experts, Thursday, Oct 19, 7:00 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, meeting 3rd Thursday, No Agenda posted
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Sugar-Sweetened_Beverage_Product_Panel_of_Experts.aspx
Transportation Commission, Thursday, Oct 19, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Transportation_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Friday, October 20, 2017
No posted city meetings
Saturday, October 21, 2017
Canvassing scheduled for District 10 Tracy Modesto area to flip District from red to blue, summary of participating organizations and website links
http://wellstoneclub.org/opportunities-to-flip-cd10-from-red-to-blue-oct-2017/
Sunday, October 22, 2017
Indivisible Berkeley General Assembly Meeting, Sunday, Oct 22, 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1970 Chestnut St, Finnish Hall,
https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/calendar
 October 17 City Council agenda is available for comment, agenda 28. Expenses associated with protests/events, 32. Appeal 970 Santa Barbara Rd, 34. T1 bonds $35 million, 37. Suicide prevention, 38. Zero waste Strategic Plan, 40. Admin changes to increase competitiveness of Taxicabs https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2017/10_Oct/City_Council__10-17-2017_-_Regular_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
Sunday, October 8, 2017
Take Back the Vote, Day Two Day National Conference, Sunday, 8, 10:00 am – 6:00 pm, 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center, 1 day ticket $25, total for both days was $40
Live Stream https://www.facebook.com/VotingRightsTaskForce/
https://nvrtf.org/
Community Event to Discuss Upcoming Projects in District 2 Hosted by District 2 Councilmember Cheryl Davila, Oct 8, 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm Aquatic Park, 80 Bolivar (near the playground)
Indivisible Berkeley General Assembly, Sunday, Oct 8, 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1970 Chestnut St, Finnish Hall, General Assembly meeting, https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/
Sunflower Alliance Meeting, Sunday, Oct 8, 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm, Bobby Bowens Progressive Center - 2540 Macdonald, Richmond, http://www.sunflower-alliance.org/sunflower-alliance-meeting-july-9/
Monday, October 9, 2017
Tax the Rich rally, Monday, Oct. 2, 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm, top of Solano in front of closed Oaks Theater,  
Indigenous Peoples Day, Monday, Oct 9, 12:00 pm, Student organized rally at Sproul Plaza,
Tuesday, October 10, 2017
Berkeley city Council Special Worksession, Tuesday, Oct 10, 6:00 pm, 2134 MLK Jr Way, Council Chambers, Berkeley Housing Authority (out of funds Dec 2017), Zero Waste – Commercial Waste Collection, Cannabis Ordinance,
Housing Advisory Commission - U1 Funds Subcommittee, Tuesday, Oct 10, 6:00 pm, 2000 University, Ave, Au Coquelet
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Housing_Advisory_Commission/
Civic Arts Commission – Policy Committee, Tuesday, Oct.  6:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 2020 Shattuck, back patio Comal, agenda arts-culture plan, festival funding
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/CivicArtsCommissionHomepage/
Wednesday October 11, 2017
LPC – Rose Garden Inn Subcommittee, planned, but not posted - look for time and place of meeting
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/landmarkspreservationcommission/
Parks and Waterfront Commission, Wednesday, Oct. 11, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 2800 Park St, Frances Albrier Community Center
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Parks_and_Waterfront_Commission.aspx
Police Review Commission, Wednesday, Oct. 11, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, agenda: right to watch, observation Urban Shield,
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Landlord Seminar: Evictions – Rights and Responsibilities, Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board, Wednesday, Oct 11, 5:15 pm – 6:15 pm, 2125 Milvia St, Rent Stabilization Board, 2nd Floor, Law Library
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Homeless Commission, Wednesday, Oct.  11, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, agenda: Hepatitis vaccine, rainy season shelters, Pathways Project,
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Homeless_Commission_Homepage.aspx      
Thursday, October 12, 2017
Community Environmental Advisory Commission, Thursday, Oct  12, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Russell St, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library, agenda: safe drug disposal, mandatory green stormwater infrastructure – new buildings
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Community_Environmental_Advisory_Commission/
Zoning Adjustments Board, Thursday, Oct 12, 7:00 pm – 11:30 pm, 2134 MLK Jr. Way, City Council Chambers
  • 901 Gilman – establish auto service within existing building, staff recommend approve
  • 835 Hearst Ave – appeal Administrative Use permit, staff recommend dismiss appeal and approve
  • 2236 Channing Way – convert medical offices and parking into 3 dwelling units, total 22 dwelling units, staff recommend approve
  • 1419 Oxford St – construct single family dwelling by demolishing garage in hillside overlay restricted area, staff recommend deny
  • 2920 Telegraph – operate private school grades 6 – 12 in existing commercial building, staff recommend approve
  • 912 Cedar – demolish existing single family dwelling and accessory structure, construct 2 new detached 2-story dwellings, staff recommend approve
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
Friday, October 13, 2017
City reduced services day
Saturday, October 14, 2017
Indigenous Peoples Day Pow Wow and Indian Market, Saturday, Oct 14, 10:00 am – 6:00 pm, MLK Civic Center Park
Sunday, October 15, 2017
Sunday Streets Berkeley, Sunday, Oct 15, 11:00 am – 4:00 pm, Shattuck will be closed from Rose St to Channing Way
Week October 1 - October 8, 2017
Sunday, October 1, 2017
Indivisible Berkeley Elections Team Meeting, Sunday, October 1, 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1606 Bonita Ave, BFUU, https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/calendar
Monday, October 2, 2017
Agenda Committee, Monday, Oct 2, 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm,  2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Conf Room, agenda planning for Oct 17 City Council,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Agenda_Committee__2017_Index.aspx
Tax the Rich rally, Monday, Oct. 2, 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm, top of Solano in front of closed Oaks Theater,  
Civic Arts Commission, Monday Oct 2, am2180 Milvia St, Cypress Rm 1st Flr,
  • 9:00 am – 9:40 am, Public Art Subcommittee meeting,
  • 9:40 am – 10:30 am BART Plaza Sculpture Selection Panel meeting
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/CivicArtsCommissionHomepage/
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board, Monday, Oct. 2, 2001 Center St, Law Library, 2nd Flr
  • 9:00 am, IRA/IGA/Registration Committee Meeting
  • 5:30 pm, Outreach Committee Meeting
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Peace and Justice Commission, Monday Oct 2, 6:00 pm – 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, no agenda posted on commission website, separate notice received, meeting will start early with BUSD presentation on social justice issues, followed by socially responsible investment and procurement oversight
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Peace_and_Justice_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Personnel Board, Monday Oct 2, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Personnel_Board_Homepage.aspx
Tuesday, October 3, 2017
Berkeley City Council, Tuesday, Oct. 3, 2134 MLK Jr Way, Council Chambers,
  • 4:00 pm, Special Session – agenda from cancelled Sept 26 meeting,
  • 6:00 pm, Regular meeting, Lorin District/Adeline Plan, porta potties
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Wednesday, October 4, 2017
Board of Library Trustees, Wednesday, Oct 4, 6:30 pm, is listed as meeting date, however, no agenda is posted, 1901 Russell St, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library, 
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
Commission on Disability, Wednesday, Oct 4, 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, agenda, automatic door openers, universal design/visitability
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Disability_Homepage.aspx
Planning Commission, Wednesday, Oct 4, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, agenda, accessory dwelling units ordinance amendments, urban agriculture, affordable housing subcommittee related to community benefits
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Thursday, October 5, 2017
2x2 Committee (City Council – Arreguin, Maio & BUSD – Appel, Hemphill), Thursday, Oct 5, 8:30 am – 10:00 am, 2020 Bonor Street, Room 126, Berkeley Unified School District, agenda, mental health collaboration, Homeless BUSD students, Sanctuary City, Closure of MLK Civic Center Park from October 16 to End of December, 2017
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/2x2_Committee_Homepage.aspx
Berkeley City Sponsored Meeting on Search for Planning Director, Thursday, Oct 5, 5:30 pm, 2939 Ellis St., South Berkeley Senior Center, unable to attend, respond to survery by October 9, 2017, even if you can go check out the 5 question survey https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/berkeleyplanningdirector
Town Hall hosted by Councilmember Kate Harrison on sale of high-content alcoholic beverages in Berkeley, Thursday, Oct 5, 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center,
Housing Advisory Commission, Thursday, Oct 5, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, agenda, appointment of Density Bonus Subcommittee, student housing, affordable housing funding strategies, city council items
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Housing_Advisory_Commission/
Landmarks Preservation Commission, Thursday, Oct 5, 7:00 pm – 11:30 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, election of chair,
  • 835 Folger – demolition, discussion
  • 40 Southhampton Ave & 41 San Diego Road - referral – John Hinkel Park, artificial grass in plan, provide comment
  • 2740 Telegraph Ave – Rose Garden Inn – continue hearing on structural alteration permit
  • 2500 Shattuck Ave – open continued hearing, landmark or structure of merit
  • 4 Greenwood Common - Mills Act Contract
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/landmarkspreservationcommission/
Medical Cannabis Commission, Thursday, Oct 5, 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm, 2180 Milvia St, 6th Floor,
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/MedicalCannabis/
Public Works Commission, Thursday, Oct 5, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 1326 Allston Way, Willow Room, City of Berkeley Corporation Yard, no posted agenda
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Public_Works_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Friday, October 6, 2017
No city meetings - found
Saturday, October 7, 2017
Take Back the Vote, Two Day National Conference, Saturday & Sunday, Oct 7 & 8, 10:00 am – 6:00 pm, 2939 Ellis,  South Berkeley Senior Center, 
https://www.facebook.com/events/339572676470531/
Citizens for East Shore Parks, Visualizing Sea-rise, Saturday, Oct, 7, 11:00 pm – 5:00 pm, (speakers at 1:00 pm) 5551 Giant Hwy, Richmond, Point Pinole Regional Shoreline Park, to sign up email cespmanager@eastshorepark.org
Sunday, October 8, 2017
Community Event to Discuss Upcoming Projects in District 2 Hosted by District 2 Councilmember Cheryl Davila, Oct 8, 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm Aquatic Park, 80 Bolivar (near the playground)
Indivisible Berkeley General Assembly, Sunday, Oct 8, 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1970 Chestnut St, Finnish Hall, General Assembly meeting, https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/
Sunflower Alliance Meeting, Sunday, Oct 8, 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm, Bobby Bowens Progressive Center - 2540 Macdonald, Richmond, http://www.sunflower-alliance.org/sunflower-alliance-meeting-july-9/
California Cap and Trade Scam Sept 19 event captured by videographer - Jay Wilson and now available online, http://www.sunflower-alliance.org/the-cap-and-trade-scam-video-from-the-forum/
 
 
 

Week September 24 - October 1, 2017
Late Post
Town Hall on Paid Family Leave with Commission on Labor and the Commission on the Status of Women, Saturday, Sept 30, 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm 1901 Russell St., Tarea Pittman South Branch Library,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Labor_Homepage.aspx

As of Friday, September 22, 6:43 pm it is unknown if media personalities will appear and if “Free Speech Week” at UC Berkeley is on or off. Berkeley Patriot event organizers had not responded to UCB requests for a list of confirmed speakers. By Saturday, September 23 "Free Speech Week" was over before it started, however, demonstrations continue.
City Council Agenda for September 26 was canceled in anticipation of "Free Speech Week" demonstrations and white supremacists converging in Berkeley. All the agenda items from what was the September 26th meeting are now listed as a special meeting starting at 4:00 pm and then the regular Oct 3 session starting at 6:00 pm.  Porta Potties are on the 6:00 pm agenda. The agenda for Oct 3 is posted.  https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
 
Plan ahead, two day national conference, Take Back the Vote, October 7 and 8, 10:00 am – 6:00 pm at South Berkeley senior Center, https://www.facebook.com/events/339572676470531/
Sunday, September 24, 2017
Community Event to Discuss Upcoming Projects in District 2 Hosted by District 2 Councilmember Cheryl Davila, Sept 24, 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm, George Florence Park, 2121 10th Street
Indivisible Berkeley General Assembly, Sunday, Sept 24, doors open at 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1970 Chestnut St, Finnish Hall, General Assembly meeting, https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/ Nancy Skinner speaker for evening
Sunflower Alliance Meeting, Sunday, Sept 24, 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm, Bobby Bowens Progressive Center - 2540 Macdonald, Richmond, http://www.sunflower-alliance.org/
Monday, September 25, 2017
Berkeley Rally Against White Supremacy, Monday, Sept 25, 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm at Crescent Lawn, UCB Crescent, Oxford and Addison
https://www.facebook.com/events/1913702082216179
Tax the Rich rally, Monday, Sept 25, 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm, top of Solano in front of closed Oaks Theater,  rally usually 15 - 25. The one hour every Monday rally was started by Evelyn Glaubman 9-12-2011. Activity: singing protest songs with Occupella, holding signs (we have plenty) to tax the rich, tax big corporations, healthcare, social and justice issues. 
Children, Youth and Recreation Commission, Monday, Sept 25, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 2800 Park St, Frances Albrier Community Center at San Pablo Park http://www.ci.berkeley.ca.us/Children_Youth_and_Recreation_Commission/
Youth Commission, Monday, Sept 25, 6:30 pm, 1730 Oregon St, Martin Luther King Jr. Youth Services Center
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Youth_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Zero Waste Commission, Monday, Sept 25, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Zero_Waste_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Public Banking Funds Sustainable Energy – panel discussion at Oakland City Hall, Monday, Sept 25, 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm, Oakland City Hall, Frank H Ogawa Plaza
http://wellstoneclub.org/event/public-banking-funds-sustainable-energy-panel-discussion-at-oakland-city-hall/
Tuesday, September 26, 2017
Stand Up for Oakland Tenants, Tuesday, Sept. 26, 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm, Oakland City Hall
Wednesday, September 27, 2017
How the Farm Bill Affects Hunger – And What You Can Do About It, Wenesday, Sept 27, 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm, 7900 Edgewater Drive, Oakland, Alameda Co. Food Bank
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/how-the-farm-bill-affects-hunger-and-what-you-can-do-about-it-registration-37291367484
Eviction/Section 8/Foreclosure Committee of Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board, Wednesday, Sept 27, 5:30 pm, 2001 Center St. Law Library 2nd Floor
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Civic Arts Commission, Wednesday, Sept 27, 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/CivicArtsCommissionHomepage/
Commission on the Status of Women, Wednesday, Sept 27, 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_the_Status_of_Women_Homepage.aspx
Disaster and Fire Safety Commission, Wednesday, Sept 27, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 997 Cedar St, Fire Department Training Center
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Disaster_and_Fire_Safety_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Energy Commission, Wednesday, Sept 27, 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Energy_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Peace and Justice Commission – Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Subcommittee, Wednesday, Sept 27, 12:30 pm – 2:00 pm, 2180 Milvia St, Cottonwood Conf. Room, Civic Center, 1st Floor
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Peace_and_Justice_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Police Review Commission, Wednesday, Sept 27, 7:00 pm – 9:30 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, agenda includes CPE report, new policy recording of law enforcement, urban shield, urgency ordinance, pepper spray ordinance and crowd control,
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Thursday, September 28, 2017
3x3 Committee, Thursday, Sept 28, 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, 2nd Floor, 3x3 Committee consists of 3 City Council members and 3 members of Berkeley Housing Authority, This meeting is incorrectly posted on the webpage as occurring on Friday, September 29, the downloaded agenda shows September 28
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/3x3_Committee_Homepage.aspx
Community Health Commission, Sept 28, 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm, 2939 Ellis St. South Berkeley Senior Center, (no meeting in August or December, November meeting is 3rd Thursday
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Community_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Mental Health Commission, Sept 28, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, agenda includes possible action on ZAB appeal of 2527 San Pablo and bylaws
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Mental_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Zoning Adjustments Board, Sept 28, 7:00 pm – 11:30 pm, 2134 MLK Jr. Way, City Council Chambers
  • 2811-2815 Channing Way – merge 2 lots, renovate 8-unit apt building, convert single family home and duplex into triplexes for total 14 dwelling units – staff recommend approve
  • 2510 Channing – demolish a two story commercial building and construct 7 story mixed use with 36 dwelling units and 2500 sq ft ground level commercial space. – staff recommend approve
  • 1155-1173 Hearst Ave - merge 2 lots, substantially rehabilitate 7 existing dwelling units and construct 11 new dwelling units. 6 rent controlled dwellings are currently at this site. Multiple objections to this project plus a terraphase engineering technical memorandum on conditions of soil , flooding and report presented by developer,  staff recommend approve
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
Wellstone Democratic Renewal Club, Thursday, Sept 28, potluck 6:00 pm, meeting 6:45 pm – 9:00 pm, 390 27th Street, Humanist Hall, agenda “What It Takes to Defeat the Right: the Politics of Unity
http://wellstoneclub.org/event/club-meeting-for-september-2017/
Friday, September 29, 2017
Nothing eventful yet – as of Friday, Sept 22,
Saturday, September 30, 2017
Nothing eventful yet – as of Friday, Sept 22,
                                                         Sunday, October 1, 2017
Indivisible Berkeley Elections Team Meeting, Sunday, October 1, 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1606 Bonita Ave, BFUU

Week September 17 - September 24, 2017
The meeting list looks long, but should take only seconds to scan. Full agendas are available through the links.
Indivisible Berkeley has upgraded their website with a take action page with a list of actions you can do from home, https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/actions
September 25 is last day to comment on the DEIR (Draft Environmental Impact Report) for 2190 Shattuck Avenue – the 18 story, 194 ft mixed use building at Shattuck Ave and Allston. Building right in the view from Campanile Way.
 City Council Agenda for September 26 is posted. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx

Sunday, September 17, 2017
Indivisible East Bay All Member Meeting, Sunday, Sept 17, 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm, 125 14th Street, Oakland (between Madison and Oak) Oakland Public Library in the Auditorium
https://indivisibleeb.org/upcoming-events/
The Cap and Trade Scam, Sunday, Sept 17, 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm, 155 Grand Ave, Oakland, National Nurses United, co-sponsored by Sunflower Alliance and 350 Bay Area. http://350bayarea.org/event/cap-trade-scam
Monday, September 18, 2017
Agenda Committee, Monday Sept 18, 11:30 am – 12:30 pm (special time this meeting only), 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, Planning for Oct 3 City Council Meeting, taxis and porta potties
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Agenda_Committee__2017_Index.aspx
Tax the Rich rally, Monday, Sept 18, 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm, top of Solano in front of closed Oaks Theater,  
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board, Monday, September 18, 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm, 2134 MLK Jr. Way, City Council Chambers
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Tuesday, September 19, 2017
Berkeley City Council, 2134 MLK Jr Way, Council Chambers,
  • Special Closed Session, 4:00 pm, lawsuit OPHCA v. City of Berkeley, 2631 Durant
http://www.berkeleyside.com/2017/01/15/video-dramatic-nighttime-demolition-raises-questions/
https://www.law360.com/cases/5755ddb6ef84bb20c8000004
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2017/09_Sep/City_Council__09-19-2017_-_Special_Closed_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
  • Worksession, 6:00 pm, Digital Strategic Plan, Residential Preferential Parking
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2017/09_Sep/City_Council__09-19-2017_-_Special_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
Commission on the Status of Women – Paid Leave Subcommittee, Tuesday, Sept 19, 7:00 pm, 2000 University Ave, Au Coquelet
Wednesday, September 20, 2017
Animal Care Commission, Wednesday, Sept 20, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1 Bolivar Drive, Berkeley Animal Shelter, agenda includes maximum number of dogs that can be walked at one time, budget and financials
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Animal_Care_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Civic Arts Commission-Education Subcommittee, Wednesday, Sept 20, 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm, 2142 Center Street, Guacamole 61
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/CivicArtsCommissionHomepage/
Commission on Aging, Wednesday, Sept 20, 1:00 pm –3:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center agenda includes Senior Housing Development by the Pacific School of Religion – George Porter
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Aging_Homepage.aspx
Commission on Labor, Wednesday, Sept 20, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, agenda includes presentation on single payer by CA Nurses
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Labor_Homepage.aspx
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board – Rentable and Sustainable Housing Committee, Wednesday, Sept 20, 5:30 pm, 2001 Center Street, Law Library, 2nd Floor
Human Welfare & Community Action Commission, Wednesday, Sept 20, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, agenda includes block grant standards, strategic planning training, closure Alta Bates, Homeless Policy, anti-displacement,
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Human_Welfare_and_Community_Action_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Planning Commission, cancelled
Police Review Commission – Board of Inquiry Hearing – closed session, Wednesday, September 20, 5:30 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center,
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Thursday, September 21, 2017
Fair Campaign Practices Commission, Thursday, Sept 21, 7:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, agenda includes BERA violations and possible actions related to Nate Wollman, Judy Hunt, Ben Bartlett
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/FCPC/
Open Government Commission, Thursday, Sept 21, 8:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, agenda includes report from lobbyist and revolving door subcommittee and possible action
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/opengovermentcommission/
Design Review Committee, Thursday, Sept 21, 7:00 pm – 11:30 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center
  • 2100 San Pablo Ave: F/U to ZAB preview, 4-story mixed use, 92 dwelling units, advisory comments,
  • 1717 University Ave: 5-story mixed use, 28 dwelling units, 4 BMR, recommendations
  • 739 Channing Way: 2 new detached 3-story buildings with 10 dwellings, 4-livework, 1-office, recommendations
  • 2609 Shattuck Ave: renovate existing building – create restaurant, bar and outside seating
  • 2112-2116 Channing Way: retain a previously entitled bed and breakfast and add 19 dwelling units, recommendations
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/designreview/
Transportation Commission, Thursday, Sept 21, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Transportation_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Sugar-Sweetened Beverage Product Panel of Experts, Thursday, Sept 21, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center,
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Sugar-Sweetened_Beverage_Product_Panel_of_Experts.aspx
Friday, September 22, 2017
Movies in the Park – Lego Batman, Friday, Sept 22, 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm, 2730 Hillegass Ave @ Russell, Willard Park
www.cityofberkeley.info/recreation
Saturday, September 23, 2017
No Hate In The Bay - March Against White Supremacy, Saturday, Sept 23, 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm, gather at 63rd and Adeline, for festival of resistance to celebrate our multi-racial, multi-cultural, queer and trans, dis-abled, and interfaith communities, 
https://www.facebook.com/events/114644749236663/
Breaking the Silence Town Hall on girls & Women of Color 2017,  Saturday, Sept 23, 11:00 am - 5:00 pm, 2323 Broadway, Oakland, Impact Hub, sliding scale from free to $20
California renter Power - Statewide Assembly 2017, Saturday, Sept 23 - Sunday, Sept 24, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm, 2201 Encinal Ave, Alameda, Alameda High School, free
https://www.facebook.com/events/1930086477275707/
Sunday, September 24, 2017
Indivisible Berkeley General Assembly, Sunday, Sept 24, doors open at 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1970 Chestnut St, Finnish Hall, General Assembly meeting, https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/
Sunflower Alliance Meeting, Sunday, Sept 24, 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm, Bobby Bowens Progressive Center - 2540 Macdonald, Richmond, http://www.sunflower-alliance.org/sunflower-alliance-meeting-july-9/
 

Week September 10 - September 17, 2017
Note: Tuesday 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm special City Council session to consider request by City Manager and Berkeley Police Chief to modify current City policy that prohibits the Berkeley Police Department from using PEPPER SPRAY for crowd control. City Manager and Police Chief request allowing use of PEPPER SPRAY. 
Results
September 12, Berkeley City Council Pepper Spray Motion and vote - Oleoresin Capsicum - Pepper Spray shall not be used as a crowd control technique to disperse a crowd or move a crowd. Pepper spray shall not be used on persons engaged in legal speech or other expression that is protected by the First Amendment, nor upon those committing unlawful acts by non-violent or passive resistance means, (e.g. sitting or lying down to block a street or doorway). Police may use pepper spray upon specific individuals within a crowd who are committing acts of violence upon police or others.
voting yes - Jesse Arreguin, Ben Bartlett, Lori Droste, Susan Wengraf, Linda Maio, Sophie Hahn
voting no - Kate Harrison, Cheryl Davila, Kris Worthington
Motion to increase the authority of Police Review Commission to hold police accountable and City to plan action on findings from Community Policing Equity (CPE) LOST.
Voting yes – Kate Harrison, Ben Bartlett, Cheryl Davila, Kris Worthinton,
Voting no – Mayor Arreguin, Sophie Hahn, Susan Wengraf, Linda Maio, Lori Droste

Sunday, September 10, 2017
Solano Stroll Parade and Street Festival, Sunday, Sept 10, 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
http://www.solanoavenueassn.org/events/solano-avenue-stroll/
Indivisible Berkeley General Assembly, Sunday, Sept 10, doors open at 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1970 Chestnut St, Finnish Hall, General Assembly meeting, https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/
Sunflower Alliance Meeting, Sunday, August 6, 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm, Bobby Bowens Progressive Center - 2540 Macdonald, Richmond, http://www.sunflower-alliance.org/calendar/
Monday, September 11, 2017
Agenda Committee, Monday, Sept 11, 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm, 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Conf Room, agenda: planning for City Council Sept 26, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Agenda_Committee__2017_Index.aspx
Tax the Rich rally, Monday, Sept 11, 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm, top of Solano in front of closed Oaks Theater, Tax the Rich 6th Birthday – we will have cake, singing, Tax the Rich is now the longest running rally in the history of Berkeley. The very first Tax the Rich rally was September 12, 2011.  The Occupy protest in Zuccotti Park began September 17, 2011 five days later.
Tuesday, September 12, 2017
City Council, Tuesday, Sept 12, 2134 MLK Jr. Way, Council Chambers
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
  • 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm Berkeley does not currently allow use of pepper spray by BPD for crowd control. Special Council Meeting to Allow Use of Pepper Spray – requested by City Manager and Police Chief,
  • 6:00 pm – 11:30 pm Regular Meeting, agenda: Item 47. Police Accountability Reforms, Item 48. Use of U1 funds to repay worker’s comp funds, for acquisition of properties at 1001, 1007, 1011 University and 1925 Ninth St,
Wednesday, September 13, 2017
Tenants’ rights Seminar, Wednesday, Sept 13, 5:15 pm – 6:15 pm, Rent Stabilization Board, 2nd Flr, 2125 Milvia, Street, http://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/event?oeidk=a07edm7acjq56b54905&llr=7zis6zuab
Homeless Commission, Wednesday, Sept 13, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, agenda: commission future role in funding process, flexible housing pool, homeless encampment, update on porta potties on Adeline
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Homeless_Commission_Homepage.aspx      
Parks and Waterfront Commission, Wednesday, Sept 13, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 2800 Park St, Frances Albrier Community Center, agenda: T1 bond, Grove Tennis courts, Gilman fields turf, Cazadero landslide repair
Peace and Justice Commission, Wednesday, Sept 13, 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, agenda: 30th anniversary, declaration opposing fascism, letter to council on white nationalist rallies in Berkeley
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Peace_and_Justice_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Vallejo Town Hall to Stop Rodeo Phillips 66 expansion of Tar Sands oil by ship thru SF Bay, Wednesday, Sept 13, 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm, 545 Magazine St, Vallejo, Norman Kin Community Center. Expansion increases number of ships thru Bay to Vallejo to 135 per year
Thursday, September 14, 2017
Community Environmental Advisory Commission, Thursday, Sept 14,, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Russell St, South Branch Library, agenda: plastic straw ban, phasing out natural gas, city-wide green developments, drug disposal http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Community_Environmental_Advisory_Commission/
Medical Cannabis Commission, Thursday, Sept 14, 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm, 2180 Milvia St, 6th Floor, agenda: items to include in memo for 10-10-17 Council worksession on comprehensive cannabis ordinance
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/MedicalCannabis/
Zoning Adjustments Board, Thursday, Sept 14, 7:00 pm – 11:30 pm, 2134 MLK Jr. Way, City Council Chambers
  • 1680 Short Street – enlarge existing single family dwelling by 173 sq ft on lot which exceed maximum allowable lot coverage, staff recommend approve
  • 2190 Shattuck Ave – Walgreens site 194 ft hi-rise, draft EIR review and comment, 274 residential units, 10,000 sq ft retail space – hold public hearing
  • 1446 Fifth St – Appeal, approval of 4 detached 3-story 1800 sq ft single family dwellings, staff recommend dismiss appeal and approve
  • 2334 Jefferson – raise existing 2543 sq ft, 2 story single family dwelling by 5’6” staff recommend approve
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
Friday, September 15, 2017
No meetings events found
Saturday, September 16, 2017
McGee-Spaulding Neighbors Taking Action, Saturday, Sept 16, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm, potluck brunch and meeting, University Terrace meeting room, entrance is on garden side from the Jefferson Street parking lot between Allston and Addison.
International Shoreline Cleanup, Saturday, Sept 16, 9:00 am – 12:00 pm, Shoreline Park Nature Center, 160 University at Seawall, bring gloves, sunscreen, water and bags/buckets, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=15035
Trump-Proof the Bay Area! Building the Socialist Resistance, Saturday, Sept 16, 6:30 pm, Oakland Peace Center, 111 Fairmont Ave, Oakland, Kshama Sawant, Jeremy Gong, Gayle McGlaughlin
                                                      Sunday, September 17, 2017
The Cap and Trade Scam, Sunday, Sept 17, 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm, 155 Grand Ave, Oakland, National Nurses United, co-sponsored by Sunflower Alliance and 350 Bay Area. http://350bayarea.org/event/cap-trade-scam
 

Week September 3 - September 10, 2017
 
The September 12, City Council Agenda is available for review and comment. Item 47. Police Accountability Reforms, Item 48. Use of U1 funds to repay worker’s comp funds, for acquisition of properties at 1001, 1007, 1011 University and 1925 Ninth St, Full agenda at  https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
 
International Environmental Conference, Soil not Oil, September 6 – 9, 403 Civic Center Plaza, Richmond, Richmond Memorial Convention Center, http://soilnotoilcoalition.org/events/international-environmental-conference-2017/
 
Sunday, September 3, 2017
no activist meetings/events found
Monday, September 4, 2017 – Labor Day Holiday
Tax the Rich rally, Monday, September 4, 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm, top of Solano in front of closed Oaks Theater, Tax the Rich is now the longest running rally in the history of Berkeley. The very first Tax the Rich rally was September 12, 2011.  The Occupy protest in Zuccotti Park began September 17, 2011 five days later.
Tuesday, September 5, 2017
Personnel Board, Tuesday, September 5, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Personnel_Board_Homepage.aspx
Workshop for Small Rental Property Owners – 8 units or less, Tuesday, September 5, 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm, 2070 Kittredge, Berkeley Central Library 3rd floor Community Room
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Wednesday, September 6, 2017
Planning Commission, Wednesday, September 6, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, agenda: density bonus as action item cancelled, discuss density bonus and how it is used in Berkeley
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Police Review Commission, Wednesday, September 6, 7:00 pm – 9:30 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, agenda: subcommittee reports and action on fair and impartial policing, Homeless encampment, mutual aid, media credentialing, discussion action, right to watch, CPE reportbudget, PRC regulation amendments, urban shield and NCRIC, BPD training, urgency ordinance on demonstrations, Item #48 Council agenda for Sept 12 – police accountability reform
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Board of Library Trustees, Wednesday, September 6, 1901 Russell St, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library,
  • 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm – closed session – public employee appointment, salary acting Director
  • 6:30 pm – regular meeting, agenda, budget, baseline grant fund, Kanopy.com, Interact Intranet 
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
Commission on Disability, Wednesday, September 6, 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, agenda: signage, bikes on sidewalks, sidewalk repairs, Housing Trust Fund priorities, international accessibility symbol, http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Disability_Homepage.aspx
Thursday, September 7, 2017
Housing Advisory Commission, Thursday, September 7, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, agenda: includes, workplan, CAPER for HUD, Block Grant, consideration waiver of adm and permit fees for certain affordable housing projects, displacement, plans to raze peoples park
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Housing_Advisory_Commission/
Landmarks Preservation Commission, Thursday, September 7, 7:00 pm – 11:30 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center,
  • 40 Southampton Ave – structural alteration, open public hearing and continue to October
  • 41 San Diego Road – structural alteration, open public hearing and continue to October
  • 835 Folger Ave – demolition referral – discussion/comment, consider referral
  • 2510 Channing – demolition referral – discussion/comment, consider referral
  • 2009 Addison - demolition referral – discussion/comment, consider referral
  • 2190 Shattuck – DEIR for 18 story 274 unit, Walgreens location
  • 2524 Dwight – action, consider request to rehabilitate portions landmarked building
  • 2270 Acton – consider landmark or structure of merit for Berkeley Lawn Bowl Club
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/landmarkspreservationcommission/
Lobbyist Registration and Revolving Door Subcommittee Meeting - Open Government Commission, Thursday, September 7:00 pm -7:30 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/opengovermentcommission/
Public Works Commission, Thursday, September 7, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 1326 Allston Way, Willow Room, City of Berkeley Corporation Yard, agenda: action item paving plan
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Public_Works_Commission_Homepage.aspx
 
Friday, September 8, 2017
All Out to Stop Urban Shield – Rally in Oakland, Friday, September 8, 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm, 1221 Oak Street, Oakland, Alameda County Supervisors Office,
http://wellstoneclub.org/event/all-out-to-stop-urban-shield-rally-in-oakland/
Reduced Service Day City of Berkeley
Saturday, September 9, 2017
Drive Electric in Berkeley at Downtown Farmer’s Market, Saturday, September 9, 11:00 am – 3:00 pm
http://350bayarea.org/events-alt
Prop 13 Reform Town Hall, Saturday, September 9, 10:30 am – 12:30 pm, 2501 Harrison St., Oakland, First Congregational Church
https://indivisibleeb.org/upcoming-events/
Field Guide to Persistence: Bay Area, Saturday, September 9, 2:00 pm – 7:45 pm, 1433 Madison St, Oakland, Islamic Cultural Center of Northern CA
https://indivisibleeb.org/upcoming-events/
Sunday, September 10, 2017
Solano Stroll Parade and Street Festival, Sunday, September 10, 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
http://www.solanoavenueassn.org/events/solano-avenue-stroll/
Indivisible Berkeley General Assembly, Sunday, September 10, doors open at 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1970 Chestnut St, Finnish Hall, General Assembly meeting, https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/
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UpDate to September 12 City Council meeting from Agenda Committee. Item 50 - Police Surveillance Ordinance removed by PRC (Police Review Commission) chair.

Week August 27 – September 3, 2017
We are on a rapidly moving train. The organizers of the White Supremacists demonstrations announced cancelling their protest in Crissy Field in San Francisco for Saturday. Organizers say they will speak at Alamo Square Park. SF police continue to prepare now for two locations. Concern being raised is that “cancellation” is more a change of location to avoid strict control/confiscation of weapons. Berkeley continues on alert with BPD preparing that the White Supremacist demonstration will go on regardless of organizer calling cancellation. Everyone will need to stay tuned to local news and watch for more announcements. Use care and caution. Going out alone near the downtown or Civic Center Park is not recommended. Even small groups should be on alert through the weekend.
 
Rules imposed for Sunday, August 27, list of prohibited items,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/City_Manager/Press_Releases/2017/2017-08-25_Rules_Imposed_for_Sunday,_August_27_at_Civic_Center_Park.aspx
 
Sunday, August 27, 2017
Bay Area Rally Against Hate, Sunday August 27, 10:30 am – 12:30 pm, Crescent Lawn UC Berkeley, Oxford and Addison, https://www.facebook.com/events/1554573591279582/
SURJ (Showing Up for Racial Justice), Sunday August 27, 10:30 am – 12:30 pm, Hearst and MLK Jr Way,
Interfaith Response, Sunday August 27, 12:30 pm (arrive no later than12:45 pm), 2345 Channing Way, First Congregational Church, wear light blue, no children under 16, commitment to non-violence, link includes SF and Berkeley interfaith response, those who choose will sing and march to old City Hall. http://www.stfrancisepiscopal.org/sfecwordpresswebsite/response-by-the-church-to-the-alt-right/
Sunflower Alliance Announcement
http://www.sunflower-alliance.org/time-for-everyone-to-stand-against-fascism-aug-27/
Indivisible East Bay Announcement
https://indivisibleeb.org/2017/08/16/on-the-rally-against-hate/?mc_cid=c3974b5eca&mc_eid=0b9fe9562f
Indivisible Berkeley Announcement
https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/update/a-note-about-nazis
Organizers state planned demonstration White Supremacists “Say no to Marxism” Sunday, August 27, 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm at Civic Center Park is cancelled, however, the City continues to prepare with expectation White supremacists, KKK, Neo-Nazis will show up. Counter demonstrations continue with safety warnings. No one can be guaranteed that White Supremacists will only go to Civic Center Park or that they will not arrive before 1:00 pm or that BPD will successfully confiscate all weapons.
https://www.eastbayexpress.com/SevenDays/archives/2017/08/14/white-nationalists-plan-yet-another-brawl-in-berkeley?mc_cid=c3974b5eca&mc_eid=0b9fe9562f
Monday, August 28, 2017
Berkeley City Council Agenda Committee, Monday, August 28, 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm, 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Conf Room, Agenda for Sept 12 City Council mtg. 48. Police Accountability Reform, 49. a,b, U1 funds acquisition 1001,1007, 1011 University and 1925 Ninth,  Item 50. Removed from agenda by Chair of Police Review Commission Ordinance Surveillance Technology use and community safety
Agenda:  packet 272 pages https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Agenda_Committee__2017_Index.aspx​
Berkeley City Council Closed Session with Labor Negotiators, Monday, August 28, 4:00 pm, 2180 Milvia, Cypress Conf Room,
Tax the Rich rally, Monday, August 28, 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm, top of Solano in front of closed Oaks theater, Tax the Rich will celebrate its 6th anniversary Monday, September 11.
Children, Youth and Recreation Commission, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 2800 Park St, Frances Albrier Community Center at San Pablo Park, meeting for Monday, August 28 is listed on Berkeley Community Calendar, however, there is No agenda or future meeting date listed on Commission website
http://www.ci.berkeley.ca.us/Children_Youth_and_Recreation_Commission/
Tuesday, August 29, 2017
No city meetings, the Dianne Feinstein event sponsored by the Commonwealth Club is sold out.
Wednesday, August 30, 2017
Police Review Commission - subcommittee, Wednesday August 30, 6:00 pm – ?  pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, Review of BPD response at June 20, 2017 City Council (excessive force)
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/uploadedFiles/Police_Review_Commission/Commissions/2017/2017-08-30%20June%2020%20agenda.pdf
Commission on the Status of Women, Wednesday, August 30, 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, August 30 is listed as a meeting date, however, there is NO agenda posted as of 6:00 pm Friday, August 25.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_the_Status_of_Women_Homepage.aspx
Thursday, August 31, 2017
Public Hearing: New NAFTA Old Problems, Thursday, August 31, 2017, 6:00 pm, 1831 Park Blvd, Oakland, CWA Local 9415, event flyer http://www.sunflower-alliance.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/NAFTA-Public-Hearing-Flyer.pdf Trump adm renegotiating in secret
Friday, September 1, 2017
Public Works Commission Paving Subcommittee, Friday, September 1, 2017, 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm, 1947 Center Street,
Saturday, September 2, 2017
No community activist group meetings/events found
Sunday, September 3, 2017
No community activist group meeting/events found
Week August 20 - August 27
Berkeley City Council held an emergency meeting August 18 at 3:00 pm to pass an emergency ordinance requested by City Manager - Use Restriction for Unpermitted Events. Final language read at meeting had further clarification of offered amendments: applies to expected crowds of >100, authorization must be consistent with First Amendment to Constitution, prohibition/confiscation of weapons, 24 hour notice, Sunset Clause Dec 31, 2017. Emergency ordinance passed 7 to 1. Cheryl Davila voted against, Kris Worthington absent/unavailable.
 
See below for training, activities and counter demonstrations related to Sunday, August 27 arrival of White Supremacist for Unpermitted demonstration at Civic Center Park
 
August 28 is the deadline to respond to the scoping of the DEIR to expand delivery of tar sands oil by tanker to the Philips 66 refinery in Rodeo. Follow the link for more information and useful comments for inclusion in your response. http://www.sunflower-alliance.org/p66-marine-terminal-expansioin-deir-comments-due-aug-28/
 
Sunday, August 20, 2017
Security Training for Bay Area Rally Against Hate, Sunday, August 20, 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm, 1606 Bonita Ave, BFUU,
Sunflower Alliance Meeting, Sunday, August 20, potluck 12:30 pm, meeting 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm, Bobby Bowens Progressive Center - 2540 Macdonald, Richmond, http://www.sunflower-alliance.org/sunflower-alliance-meeting-aug-20/
East Bay DSA Local Council Meeting, Sunday, August 20, 1:00 pm, Niebyl-Proctor Marxist Library, 6501 Telegraph Ave, Oakland, http://www.eastbaydsa.org/events
SURJ Training in Non-violence        
Monday, August 21, 2017
Lunar Eclipse
Tax the Rich rally, Monday, August 21, 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm, top of Solano in front of closed Oaks theater, Tax the Rich is now the longest running rally in the history of Berkeley, September 12, 2017 will be the 6th anniversary, Celebration will be Sept 11.
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board Meeting Cancelled
Tuesday, August 22, 2017
East Bay Indivisible – A Citizen’s Guide to Making Change Happen with Eric Liu, Executive Director ACLU Northern CA, 555 Post St., San Francisco, cost $20 - $55 https://www.eventbrite.com/e/a-citizens-guide-to-making-change-happen-with-eric-liu-tickets-35739644238?aff=erellivmlt
Wednesday, August 23, 2017
Commission on the Status of Women, Wednesday, August, 23, 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, no agenda posted by 6:00 pm Friday, August 18
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_the_Status_of_Women_Homepage.aspx
Thursday, August 24, 2017
Wellstone Democratic Renewal Club, Thursday, August 24, 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 390 27th Street, Oakland, Humanist Hall, http://wellstoneclub.org/
Zoning Adjustment Board, Thursday, August 24, 7:00 pm – 11:30 pm, 2134 MLK Jr Way, City Council Chambers, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/uploadedFiles/Planning_and_Development/Level_3_-_ZAB/2017-08-24%20ZAB%20AGENDA.pdf
  • 3014 College Avenue – raise existing 3-story 4 unit apartment building by 2 ft 6 in, construct 1207 sq ft 2-story rear addition, increase bedrooms from 4 to 8. Staff recommend APPROVE
  • 1436 Campus Drive, construct 4,195 sq ft single family dwelling with integrate 748 sq ft ADU on vacant parcel, staff recommend DENY
  • 1155 Hearst Ave – merge two lots, substantially rehabilitate 7 existing units and construct 11 new dwelling units, staff recommend continue to September 28, 2017
  • 2100 San Pablo Ave – preview 52 unit 4-story 92-unit residential care facility, 33 vehicle spaces, CEQA initial study being prepared
  • 2210 and 2212 MLK Jr Way – continued from July 27, 2017, expand and convert existing 2-story bldg. with a dwelling unit and child care center, construct 1166 sq ft 2-story edition, allow 3-units on parcel, 1-parking space when 3 required. Staff recommend DENY
  • 2212 Tenth St – demolish 1080 sq ft single family dwelling and detached accessory structure, construct two detached 2-story dwellings totaling 3714 sq ft, staff recommend APPROVE
Utility Undergrounding Subcommittee of Public Works Commission, Thursday, August 24, 4:30 pm – 6:00 pm, 1947 Center St, 4th Floor, Elm Conference Room, agenda report San Diego visit, review draft Phase 2 https://www.cityofberkeley.info/uploadedFiles/Public_Works/Commissions/Commission_for_Public_Works/Undergrounding%20subcommittee%20agenda%202017-08-24.pdf
Friday, August 25, 2017
Councilmember Cheryl Davila and Mayor Jesse Arreguin, Friday, August 25, 8:00 am – 12:00 pm, 2518 San Pablo Ave, Neyborly,
Movies in the Park - Zootopia, Friday, August 25, 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm, James Kenny Park, 1720 8th St between 8th and Virginia, bring blanket and/or low-back beach chairs, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=14971
Saturday, August 26, 2017
Richmond Toxics and Resilience Tour, Saturday, August 26, 2017, 10:00 am – 2:00 pm, click on link for more information and to RSVP, http://www.sunflower-alliance.org/richmond-toxics-and-resilience-tour-aug-26/
Beyt Tikkun Invitation to all faith communities, secular-humanists and atheists to join at Civic Center Park for inter-faith secular gathering, Saturday, August 26, 3:00 pm, gathering to assemble the day before to affirm solidarity with those who will be nonviolently protesting Sunday
Sunday, August 27, 2017
Bay Area Rally Against Hate, Sunday August 27, 10:30 am – 12:30 pm, Crescent Lawn UC Berkeley, Oxford and Addison, https://www.facebook.com/events/1554573591279582/
SURJ (Showing Up for Racial Justice), Sunday August 27, 10:30 am – 12:30 pm, Hearst and MLK Jr Way,
Sunflower Alliance Announcement
http://www.sunflower-alliance.org/time-for-everyone-to-stand-against-fascism-aug-27/
Indivisible East Bay Announcement
https://indivisibleeb.org/2017/08/16/on-the-rally-against-hate/?mc_cid=c3974b5eca&mc_eid=0b9fe9562f
White supremacists, KKK, Neo-Nazi plan to demonstrate calling their demonstration “Say no to Marxism” Sunday, August 27, 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm at Civic Center Park. No one can be guaranteed that White Supremacists will only go to Civic Center Park or that they will not arrive before 1:00 pm
https://www.eastbayexpress.com/SevenDays/archives/2017/08/14/white-nationalists-plan-yet-another-brawl-in-berkeley?mc_cid=c3974b5eca&mc_eid=0b9fe9562f
Indivisible Berkeley General Assembly, Sunday, August 27, doors open at 7:00 pm, meeting starts promptly at 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1970 Chestnut St, Finnish Hall, General Assembly meeting, https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/

Week August 13 - August 20, 2017
The White Supremacists have been planning for months to come back to demonstrate in Berkeley at Civic Center Park August 27, 1:00 – 5:00 pm. Rallies against hate are being planned as well as peaceful sing-alongs and a training in nonviolence response. Watch for more announcements. Much might change with the eruption of violence and tragedies at the demonstrations in Charlottesville, VA.
 
August 28 is the deadline to respond to the DEIR to expand delivery of tar sands oil by tanker to the Philips 66 refinery in Rodeo. Follow the link for more information and useful comments for inclusion in your response. http://www.sunflower-alliance.org/p66-marine-terminal-expansioin-deir-comments-due-aug-28/

Berkeley City Council is on summer recess until September 12 and many of the boards and commissions do not meet in August.
Sunday, August 13, 2017
Vigil @ West County Detention Center, Richmond, Sunday, August 13, 11:00 am – 12:00 pm, 5555 Giant Hwy, Richmond, led by Interfaith Movement for Human Integrity, with music by Occupella
Green Sundays – Discussion Response to White Supremacy & Anti Fa, Sunday, August 13, 5:00 pm, 6501 Telegraph, Niebyl Proctor Library,
Indivisible Berkeley General Assembly, Sunday, August 13, doors open at 7:00 pm, meeting starts promptly at 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1970 Chestnut St, Finnish Hall, General Assembly meeting, https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/
Monday, August 14, 2017
Rally for Social Security, Monday, August 14, 12:00 pm Frank Ogawa Plaza, 82nd Birthday/Anniversary of Social Security, sponsored by California Alliance for Retired Americans (CARA)
Tax the Rich rally, Monday, August 14, 5:00 pm – 5:45 pm, top of Solano in front of closed Oaks theater, Harry Brill said at our last gathering that Tax the Rich is now the longest running rally in the history of Berkeley, September 12, 2017 will be the 6th anniversary
Community Meeting Expansion Canadian Tar Sands processing at Philips 66, Monday August 14, 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 250 East I St, Benicia City Hall, Philips 66 is applying for approval to triple delivery and processing of Tar Sands Oil by tanker http://www.sunflower-alliance.org/community-meeting-phillips-66-refinery-wharf-expansion-aug-14/
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board, Monday, August 14, 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm, 2134 MLK Jr. Way, City Council Chambers
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Tuesday, August 15, 2017
Solano Avenue Business Improvement District Advisory Board, Tuesday, August 15, 6:00 pm, usual location 1821 Catalina Ave, Thousand Oaks Baptist Church, agenda includes, parklet project, strategies minimizing trash, extend membership on committee to property owners
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Solano_Avenue_Business_Improvement_District_Advisory_Board_Homepage.aspx
Fair & Impartial Policing Subcommittee - Police Review Commission, Tuesday, August 15, 6:00 pm – ?, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Wednesday, August 16, 2017
No meetings or demonstrations found
Thursday, August 17, 2017
Design Review Committee, Thursday, August 17, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center
  • 2121 Durant, 6-story, 50 unit, final design review
  • 2542 Durant, 5-story, 32 unit, continued preliminary design review,
  • 2190 Shattuck, (Walgreens) 18-story, 274 unit, majority recommendation
  • 739 Channing, two detached, 3-story, 10 dwelling units, 4-live-work, 1-office, preliminary design review
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Commissions/Design_Review_Committee/20170817_DRC_Agenda.aspx
Open Government Commission - cancelled
Friday, August 18, 2017
No meetings or demonstrations found
Saturday, August 19, 2017
ACLU Day of Action, follow link for information and participation https://indivisibleeb.org/upcoming-events/
Blue Ribbon Panel Reforming Urban Shield – Hosted by Ben Bartlett, Saturday August 19, 3:00 pm – 5:30 pm, 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center, Speakers, David Muhammad, Reggie Lyles, Elliot Hosman
Sunday, August 20, 2017
East Bay DSA Local Council Meeting, Sunday, August 20, 1:00 pm, Niebyl-Proctor Marxist Library, 6501 Telegraph Ave, Oakland, http://www.eastbaydsa.org/events
Possible Training by SURJ in nonviolence in preparation for arrival of White Nationalists on August 27 - look for more announcements 
 

Week August 6, 2017 - August 13, 2017
Sunday, August 6, 2017
350 Bay Area Transportation Campaign Meeting, Sunday, August 6, 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm, 2530 San Pablo Ave, Berkeley, Sierra Club Office
http://350bayarea.org/event/transportation-campaign-meeting-3
Sunflower Alliance Meeting, Sunday, August 6, 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm, Bobby Bowens Progressive Center - 2540 Macdonald, Richmond, http://www.sunflower-alliance.org/sunflower-alliance-meeting-july-9/
Indivisible Berkeley Meeting on Elections, Sunday, August 6, 7:00 pm, 1606 Bonita Ave, BFUU Connie Barbour Room https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/
Monday, August 7, 2017
Tax the Rich rally, Monday, August 7, 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm, top of Solano in front of closed Oaks theater, Tax the Rich is now the longest running rally in the history of Berkeley, September 12, 2017 will be the 6th anniversary – we’ll be celebrating on Monday September 11.
Peace and Justice Commission, Monday, August 7, 7:00 pm – 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, agenda action items include election of vice-chair, 30th anniversary working group proposal, commission work plan and request for additional meetings
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Peace_and_Justice_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Program Community Outreach, Monday, August 7, 5:30 pm, 2001 Center Street, Law Library, 2nd Floor, agenda
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/uploadedFiles/Rent_Stabilization_Board/Level_3_-_General/17%20August%207%20Outreach%20Agenda.pdf
Board of Library Trustees, Monday, August 7, 10:00 am, 2180 Milvia St, 1st Floor, Cypress Meeting Room, public comment on agenda item allowed prior to closed session.
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/sites/default/files/files/inline/2017_08_07_bolt_special_closed_session_meeting_agenda_0.pdf
Tuesday, August 8, 2017
Police Review Commission - Homeless Subcommittee, Tuesday, August 8, 7:00 pm – 9:30 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, agenda action and discussion, review current policies related to homeless encampments, responses to policies and recommendations, https://www.cityofberkeley.info/uploadedFiles/Police_Review_Commission/Commissions/2017/2017-08-08%20Homeless%20Encampments%20agenda.pdf
Wednesday, August 9, 2017
Police Review Commission – June 20, 2017 Subcommittee, Wednesday, August 9, 1:00 pm, 1947 Center Street, 1st Floor, Western Sycamore Conference Room, agenda action and discussion, plan for investigation whether June 20 BPD was appropriate, review BPD and other documents and ask questions of Police Chief or designee.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/uploadedFiles/Police_Review_Commission/Commissions/2017/2017-08-09%20June%2020%20agenda.pdf
Thursday, August 10, 2017
Clean Energy Alliance – What’s Up with Utility Bills, Thursday, August 10, 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm, 1721 Broadway #201, Oakland, http://350bayarea.org/event/whats-utility-bills
No posting, agenda or cancellation notice for the Zoning Adjustment Board
Friday, August 11, 2017
Public Works Paving Subcommittee is listed in the community calendar as meeting Friday, August 11, 1:00 pm, 1947 Center St, however, there is no posted agenda or notification under the Public works website. Staff Nisha Patel 981-6406
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=15028
Saturday, August 12, 2017
McGee-Spaulding Indivisible potluck brunch and meeting, Saturday, August 12, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm, University Terrace meeting room, entrance is on garden side from the Jefferson Street parking lot between Allston and Addison.
Sunflower Alliance joins Statewide Day of Action Oil Money Out Petition Gathering Event, Saturday, August 12, 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm
http://www.sunflower-alliance.org/oil-money-out-day-of-action-aug-12/
Sunday, August 13, 2017
Indivisible Berkeley General Assembly, Sunday, August 13, doors open at 7:00 pm, meeting starts promptly at 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1970 Chestnut St, Finnish Hall, General Assembly meeting, https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/

Week July 30 - August 6, 2017
Berkeley City Council is on summer recess until September 12 and many of the boards and commissions do not meet in August.
Sunday, July 30, 2017
East Bay DSA Picnic, Sunday, July 30 noon – 3:00 pm, Mosswood Park, Oakland
Monday, July 31, 2017
Tax the Rich rally, Monday, July 31, 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm, top of Solano in front of closed Oaks Theater, Tax the Rich is now the longest running rally in the history of Berkeley. The 6th Birthday Celebration is on Monday, September 11. The very first Tax the Rich rally was September 12, 2011.  The Occupy protest in Zuccotti Park began September 17, 2011 five days later.
Tuesday, August 1, 2017
Stop the Violence Block Party, Tuesday, August 1 and every day thru August 17, 3:00 pm – 7:00 pm, 1730 Oregon St, Martin Luthur King, Jr. Youth Center – all ages welcome
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=14968
2017 National Night Out, 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm to find a block party near your home click on the link – there are block parties all over the city, 85 total
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/uploadedFiles/Police_Review_Commission/Commissions/2017/2017-07-26%20PRC%20handouts.pdf
Wednesday, August 2, 2017
Disaster and Fire Safety Commission, Wednesday, August 2, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 997 Cedar St, Fire Department Training Center, agenda includes action item Measure GG Expenditures and discussion, hills fire safety, Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) classes, report on Alta Bates
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Disaster_and_Fire_Safety_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Board of Directors of the Bay Area Quality Management, Wednesday, August 2, 9:45 am, 1st Floor Hearing Room, 375 Beale St, San Francisco (between Folsom and Harrison), first meeting after passage of AB398 which prevents statewide air districts from reducing carbon dioxide emissions, however, there is a strategy here worth reading in the link  
http://www.sunflower-alliance.org/capping-refinery-emissions-after-cap-and-trade-baaqmd-aug-2/
Thursday, August 3, 2017
No City meetings found – summer recess
Friday, August 4, 2017
Sunflower Alliance Education Committee Workshop on Climate, Friday, August 4, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 609 Aileen St, Oakland
http://www.sunflower-alliance.org/education-committee-meeting-aug-4/
Saturday, August 5, 2017
No community action meetings or demonstrations found
Sunday, August 6, 2017
350 Bay Area Transportation Campaign Meeting, Sunday, August 6, 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm, 2530 San Pablo Ave, Berkeley, Sierra Club Office
http://350bayarea.org/event/transportation-campaign-meeting-3
Sunflower Alliance Meeting, Sunday, August 6, 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm, Bobby Bowens Progressive Center - 2540 Macdonald, Richmond, http://www.sunflower-alliance.org/sunflower-alliance-meeting-july-9/
Indivisible Berkeley General Assembly, Sunday, August 6, doors open at 7:00 pm, meeting starts promptly at 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1970 Chestnut St, Finnish Hall, General Assembly meeting, https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/
 
Week July 23 – July 30, 2017
While these weekly summaries can look overwhelmingly long, you can skim it quickly.
 A petition has been posted with moveon.org to pressure the city to stop prohibiting toilets at homeless encampments. https://petitions.moveon.org/sign/berkeley-stop-prohibiting.fb50?source=s.icn.fb&r_by=2402112
There are also petitions on paper circulating in the city.
Tuesday is the last council meeting before the August break.
Sunday, July 23, 2017
Sunflower Alliance Meeting, Sunday, July 23, Potluck lunch 12:30 pm, meeting 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm, Bobby Bowens Progressive Center - 2540 Macdonald, Richmond, http://www.sunflower-alliance.org/sunflower-alliance-meeting-july-9/
Indivisible Berkeley Elections Training, Sunday, July 23, 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1606 Bonita Ave, Berkeley Fellowship of Unitarian Universalists, https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/events/elections-training-july23
Wellstone Annual Picnic, Sunday, July 23, 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm, 1737 Allston Way
Monday, July 24
Tax the Rich rally, Monday, July 24, 5:00 pm – 5:45 pm, top of Solano in front of closed Oaks theater, Harry Brill said at our last gathering that Tax the Rich is now the longest running rally in the history of Berkeley, September 12, 2017 will be the 6th anniversary
Elisa Cooper Memorial Gathering, Monday, July 24, 6:00 pm, 1817 Oregon St, Berkeley, In the garden at Elisa’s cottage. The July Street Spirit has several articles about Elisa's activism.
Zero Waste Commission, Monday, July 24, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, agenda includes presentation and action free medicine and sharps, presentation and action clean water waste reduction, strategic plan,
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Zero_Waste_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Berkeley City Council Closed session, Monday, July 24, 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm,
http://www.ci.berkeley.ca.us/Clerk/City_Council/2017/07_Jul/City_Council__07-24-2017_-_Special_Closed_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
*Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board Meeting Cancelled
Tuesday, July 25
Berkeley City Council, Tuesday, July 24, 6:00 pm-11:30 pm, 2134 MLK Jr. Way, City Council Chambers, agenda includes 34. Land value recapture and inclusion Adeline Corridor Plan, 43. Police accountability reform, 44. Appeal ZAB 2150 Shattuck – sign, 45b. affordable housing prohibits discrimination against renters with section 8 vouchers, 48 a & b U1 funds Premier Cru site 1001, 1007, 1011 University, and 1925 ninth st – HAC opposed using U1 funds for this site as these buildings would not provide affordable housing for the foreseeable future.
50 a & b game day parking
http://www.ci.berkeley.ca.us/Clerk/City_Council/2017/07_Jul/City_Council__07-25-2017_-_Regular_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
Wednesday, July 26
Civic Arts Commission, Wednesday, July 26, 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, agenda includes amending Civic Arts Grants guidelines http://www.cityofberkeley.info/CivicArtsCommissionHomepage/
*Commission on the Status of Women – no meeting in July
*Disaster and Fire Safety Commission, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 997 Cedar St, Fire Department Training Center – NO POSTED AGENDA or MEETING NOTICE FOUND
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Disaster_and_Fire_Safety_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Energy Commission, Wednesday, July 26, 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, agenda includes wind turbines, low carbon water heating, phase out natural gas, renewable energy bonds
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Energy_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Police Review Commission, Wednesday, July 26, 7:00 pm – 9:30 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, agenda includes police accountability reform, CPE report, Urban Shield, Surveillance & Community Safety Ordinance, public recording of law enforcement, http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
An Evening with Norm Stamper (former Seattle Police Chief): Discussion on Police Accountability, free event, Wednesday, July 26, 2017 7:00 pm, Lakeshore Ave Baptist Church, 3534 Lakeshore Ave, Oakland, link for more info and rsvp
http://wellstoneclub.org/event/an-evening-with-norm-stamper-discussion-on-police-accountability/
 Thursday, July 27
Community Health Commission, Thursday, July 27, 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, Health Impact Assessment proposed closure of Alta Bates
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Community_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Mental Health Commission, Thursday, July 27, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, agenda includes mental health center and agreements with Alameda County and City of Albany
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Mental_Health_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Zoning Adjustments Board, Thursday, July 27, 7:00 pm – 11:30 pm, 2134 MLK Jr. Way, City Council Chambers
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
  • 3014 College Ave – raise existing 3-story four unit apt building, 5 feet 3 inches, increase bedrooms from 4 to 8.
  • 2527 San Pablo – 6-story mixed use with 63 dwelling units, 11 below market for qualified persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD), parking for 50 units
  • 3000 Shattuck – 5-story mixed use with 44 dwelling units
  • 2210 and 2212 MLK Jr Way – convert day care to 2 dwelling units and 1166 Sq ft addition
P66 Marine Terminal Expansion DEIR Scoping Meeting, Thursday, July 27, 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm, Vallejo City Council Chambers, 555 Santa Clara St., Vallejo – expansion is to increase volume from 51,182 bbl/day to 130,000 bbl/day, ships from 59 to 135 tankers per any 12 months to receive and process greater volumes of tar sands oil by ship, link gives information for public comment
http://www.sunflower-alliance.org/p66-marine-terminal-scoping-meeting-july-27/
No Coal in Oakland, Thursday, July 27, 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm, 349 Mandela Pkwy, Oakland
http://350bayarea.org/event/no-coal-oakland-meeting
Friday, July 28
Movies in the Park - Moana, Friday, July 28, 8:30 pm – 11:00 pm, Cedar Rose Park, 1300 Rose, bring blanket and/or low-back beach chairs, http://www.ci.berkeley.ca.us/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=14970
Saturday, July 29
East Bay Indivisible, Saturday, July 29, 2:30pm – 4:30pm, Oakland Public Library, 125 14th St, Oakland
Sunday, July 30
East Bay DSA Picnic, Sunday, July 30 noon – 3:00 pm, Mosswood Park

July 16 – July 23, 2017
Sunday, July 16, 
350BayArea and Sunflower Alliance final Refinery Corridor Healing Walk, Sunday, July 16, 8:00 am start, (no alcohol, no drugs including marijuana, no dogs,) http://350bayarea.org/event/final-refinery-corridor-healing-walk
Progressive Town Meeting, Sunday, July 16, 3-5pm, 2939 Ellis Street, South Berkeley Senior Center, everyone welcome, Town Hall with Cheryl Davila, Jesse Arreguin, Kate Harrison, Kris Worthington, Sophie Hahn and Ben Bartlett, sponsored by BCA, council members and mayor are scheduled to comply with the Brown Act so no more than 4 will be present at the same time.
Monday, July 17
Tax the Rich rally, Monday, July 17, 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm, top of Solano in front of closed Oaks theater, Harry Brill said at our last gathering that Tax the Rich is now the longest running rally in the history of Berkeley, September 12, 2017 will be the 6th anniversary
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board, Monday July 17, 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm, 2134 MLK Jr. Way, City Council Chambers, http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Rent_Stabilization_Board/Home/Agenda_RSB___2017_July_17.aspx
Berkeley City Council Closed session, Monday, July 17, 5:30 pm pending litigation – four cases
http://www.ci.berkeley.ca.us/Clerk/City_Council/2017/07_Jul/City_Council__07-17-2017_-_Special_Closed_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
Tuesday, July 18
Berkeley City Council - worksession, Tuesday, July 11, 6:00 pm-11:30 pm, 2134 MLK Jr. Way, City Council Chambers, agenda includes Economic Development Worksession, Berkeley Lead Poison Prevention, Berkeley Resillience Strategy
http://www.ci.berkeley.ca.us/Clerk/City_Council/2017/07_Jul/City_Council__07-18-2017_-_Special_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
Affordable Housing Project for 1601 Oxford Proposal open house, Tuesday, July 18, 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm, 2220 Cedar St, All Souls Episcopal Parish, RSVP to clutjens@sahahomes.org
file:///Users/hank/Downloads/FINAL%20ASEP%20Open%20House%201%20Flyer%20-%20color%20image.pdf
file:///Users/hank/Downloads/Neighbor%20Letter%20-%201st%20Open%20House.pdf
Wednesday, July 19
Commission on Aging, Wednesday, July 19, 1:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center or 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, agenda includes Pacific Theological Union Project Senior Development - discussion
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Aging_Homepage.aspx
Animal Care Commission, Wednesday, July 19, 7:00 pm - , 1 Bolivar Drive, Berkeley Animal Shelter, no agenda or any future meeting dates posted as of 6:00 pm Friday, July 14
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Animal_Care_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Commission on Labor, Wednesday, July 19 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, agenda includes equal pay referral to city manager, fair chance ordinance, CA single payer healthcare
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Commission_on_Labor_Homepage.aspx
Human Welfare & Community Action Commission, Wednesday, July 19, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, agenda includes action items election low income representative, strategic planning process, discussion update closure Alta Bates
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Human_Welfare_and_Community_Action_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Planning Commission, Wednesday, July 19, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, agenda includes condo map for 2001 Fourth St, modification 1% for public art, 2nd units in R-1A, planning commission referrals
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Thursday, July 20
Design Review Committee, Thursday, July 20, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, http://www.cityofberkeley.info/designreview/
  • 1446 Fifth Street – staff level appeal to construct 4 detached, 3-story, approximately 1800 sq. ft. single family dwellings, max height 35 ft. on 6250 sq. ft. parcel, for decision
  • 2067 University – final design review, 7-story mixed use, 50 dwelling units, 1500 sq. ft. commercial space
  • 2510 Channing Way- continued preliminary design, demolish existing one-story building, construct 7-story, mixed use 2500 sq. ft. commercial space, 36 dwelling units
  • 2072 Addison – continued preliminary design, 7-story mixed use, 66 dwelling units, ground floor commercial, underground parking
  • 2009 Addison – preview, 7-story mixed use including theatre facilities (ground floor), a school theatre 2nd floor, 44 dwelling units (upper 5 floors) to be occupied by performing actors and theatre professionals
Open Government Commission, 7:30 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, meeting scheduled agenda will not download or open,
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/opengovermentcommission/
no Fair Campaign Practices Commission meeting
Transportation Commission, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, agenda: annual workplan, sidewalk program/policy
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Transportation_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Sugar-Sweetened Beverage meeting – cancelled next meeting Sept 21
Friday, July 21
Friday, July 21 - No scheduled city or community meetings or demonstrations found
Saturday, July 22
Saturday, July 22 - No scheduled city or community meetings or demonstrations found
Sunday, July 23, 2017
Sunflower Alliance Meeting, Sunday, July 23, Potluck lunch 12:30 pm, meeting 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm, Bobby Bowens Progressive Center - 2540 Macdonald, Richmond, http://www.sunflower-alliance.org/sunflower-alliance-meeting-july-9/
Indivisible Berkeley Elections Training, Sunday, July 23, 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm, 1606 Bonita Ave, Berkeley Fellowship of Unitarian Universalists, https://www.indivisibleberkeley.org/events/elections-training-july23

July 8 – July 16, 2017
This is an unusually full week, because of rescheduling of meetings for July 4th Holiday
Meetings that were rescheduled, because of the July 4 holiday are preceded with *
Saturday, July 8
McGee-Spaulding Indivisible Meeting and Potluck Brunch, Saturday, July 8,  10:00 am – 12:00 noon – 2144 Jefferson Street, University Terrace, neighborhood indivisible focus is local Berkeley issues, Urban Shield, release of Center for Policing Equity Report, automatic license plate reader, surveillance equipment regulation, 
South Berkeley Neighbors Potluck BBQ & Music Festival, Saturday, July 8, 12:00 pm – 6:00 pm Ellis Street Between Prince and Ashby,
Sunday, July 9
Sunflower Alliance Meeting, Sunday, July 9, 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm,  Bobby Bowens Progressive Center 2540 Macdonald, Richmond, http://www.sunflower-alliance.org/sunflower-alliance-meeting-july-9/
East Bay DSA Council Meeting, Sunday, July 9, 3:00 pm, 6501 Telegraph, Oakland Neibyl Proctor Marxist Library, http://www.eastbaydsa.org/events
United Against Hate Forum, Sunday, July 9, 3:30 pm – 6:30 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, for more information contact, nofascisminberkeley@gmail.com
Party for a Potty! Benefit for FTCFTH and FNB, Sunday, July 9, 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 1924 Cedar, Berkeley Fellowship Unitarian Universalists, FTCFTH (First They Came For The Homeless), FNB (Food Not Bombs)
Monday, July 10
Agenda Committee, Monday, July 10, 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm, 2180 Milvia 6th floor conference room, planning for July 25, 2017 City Council meeting. (agenda meeting packet is 250 pages) http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Agenda_Committee__2017_Index.aspx
Tax the Rich rally, Monday, July 10, 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm, top of Solano in front of closed Oaks theater, Harry Brill said at our last gathering that Tax the Rich is now the longest running rally in the history of Berkeley, September 12, 2017 will be the 6th anniversary
Mayor Jesse Arreguin – State of the City Address with Q&A, Monday, July 10, 6:00 pm,  2025 Addison, Berkeley Repertory Theatre, RSVP https://www.eventbrite.com/e/state-of-the-city-address-with-mayor-jesse-arreguin-tickets-35772910739
*Peace and Justice Commission, Monday, July 10, 7:00 pm – 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, agenda includes election vice chair, workplan and resolution opposing fascism,
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Peace_and_Justice_Commission_Homepage.aspx
*Personnel Board, Monday, July 10, 7:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, agenda includes extension of temporary solid waste workers, consolidation and retitling of psychiatrist positions with salary raise, http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Personnel_Board_Homepage.aspx
Youth Commission – does not meet during the summer
Tuesday, July 11
Berkeley City Council, Tuesday, July 11, 6:00 pm, 2134 MLK Jr. Way, City Council Chambers, agenda include: funding license plate readers, homelessness pathways project, bridge, automatic door openers in multi-unit buildings, public financing of elections, U1 funds, resilient shoreline,
http://www.ci.berkeley.ca.us/Clerk/City_Council/2017/07_Jul/City_Council__07-11-2017_-_Regular_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
http://www.berkeleyside.com/2017/07/05/opinion-elisa-cooper-taught-history-affordable-housing-shortage/
Wednesday, July 12
Homeless Commission, Wednesday, July 12, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center, agenda includes: update on encampment, access to mental health, proposed pilot/ordinance on people living in their cars, http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Homeless_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Parks and Waterfront Commission, Wednesday, July 12, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 2800 Park St, Frances Albrier Community Center, agenda includes: workplan, update T1, update James Kenney Park Renovation, http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Parks_and_Waterfront_Commission.aspx
Police Review Commission, Wednesday, July 12, 7:00 pm – 9:30 pm, 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, agenda includes: observing Urban Shield exercise, whether to open review of June 20 BPD actions, right to watch policy, Police Chief Greenwood response to release of CPE report
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Police_Review_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Thursday, July 13
Community Environmental Advisory Commission, Thursday, July 13, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 1901 Russell St, South Branch Library, agenda includes: cigarette butt pollution, indoor air quality, lead poisoning, pharmaceutical disposal ordinance, climate change and urban biodiversity, stormwater infrastructure, plastic straws
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/Community_Environmental_Advisory_Commission/
*Medical Cannabis Commission, Thursday, July 13, 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm, 2180 Milvia St, 6th Floor, agenda includes amendment to BMC Chapter 12.26 http://www.cityofberkeley.info/MedicalCannabis/
Zoning Adjustments Board, Thursday, July 13, 7:00 pm – 11:30 pm, 2134 MLK Jr. Way, City Council Chambers, http://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
  • 2025 Center Street Garage – modify conditions of approval to expand construction hours.
  • 2777 Shattuck Ave – Appeal of Design Review Committee approval of final design – Honda project to move into former Any Mountain location, Staff recommending to dismiss appeal
  • 1441 Campus Drive – Appeal of Zoning Officer approval of enlarging single family home - Staff recommending to dismiss appeal
  • 1436 Campus Drive – New hearing 4195 sq ft single family dwelling with 748 sq ft AD, same owner as 1441 Campus Drive,
  • 840 Page Street – add 3rd story, increase bedrooms from 5 to 7 to building that is non-conforming to residential zoning density
  • 3100 San Pablo Ave – approve final EIR for 97,447 sq ft medical office building
 
Friday, July 14
No city meetings
Saturday, July 15
Nationwide Anti Trump/Pence Protests, Saturday, July 15, 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm, Civic Center, San Francisco, sponsored by RefuseFascism.org, march on Sunflower-Alliance calendar,
Sunday, July 16
350BayArea and Sunflower Alliance final Refinery Corridor Healing Walk, Sunday, July 16, 8:00 am start, (no alcohol, no drugs including marijuana, no dogs,) http://350bayarea.org/event/final-refinery-corridor-healing-walk