What's Ahead

Activist's Calendar

Weekly Summary of Upcoming Berkeley City Meetings with Agenda Highlights
and Community Civic Events

The process for creating the weekly summary of meetings and events includes review of City Council and every Berkeley Board and Commission webpage for upcoming meetings. Every meeting agenda is read and topics of interest are listed. The City Council meeting agendas and the draft agenda for review before the Agenda Committee list every item, not just items of interest. When the listed title of the agenda item is confusing or doesn't relate to the content of the item, a more complete description is substituted. The process for creating the weekly summary starts after the close of City offices on Friday at 5:00 pm. The weekly summary of meetings is usually posted between midnight Friday and 3:00 pm Saturday for the coming week.

On April 29, 2022 the City of Berkeley turned on a new City website https://berkeleyca.gov/. Nearly all of the websites attached to meeting notices prior to April 29, 2022 no longer work and many of the agendas listed in What's Ahead are no longer accessible without a public records request.

Though it can be tedious to scroll through old Weekly Summaries going back to July 17, 2017, this may be the only accessible list of key agenda items from City of Berkeley public meetings.

To Check For Regional Meetings with Berkeley Council Appointees
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/committee-and-regional-body-appointees
To check for Berkeley Unified School District Board Meetings go to
https://www.berkeleyschools.net/schoolboard/board-meeting-information/
To check for Notices of Decision - This website has disappeared with activation of the new City of Berkeley website and no link has been found to update this information. The listing of projects in the appeal period can only be found by looking up each project individually through permits online by address or permit number https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/2022-03/Online-Building-Permits-Guide.pdf

Audio Recordings of City Council Committee Meetings are available and the quality is surprisingly good
Audio Recordings: https://www.dropbox.com/sh/zq7y9dh8dnzxmyr/AAB5RiBjmc_ym-8xpv1e10XOa?dl=0
(Note: A Dropbox account is not required in order to access the MP3 files.)
Holidays and Reduced Service Days are listed at https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-holidays

December 10 - December 17, 2023
Worth Noting:
The Sierra Club voting for the group and chapter executive committee and the group executive committees ends at 11:59 pm on Wednesday, December 13, 2023.
Voting online is the easiest and fastest way to vote. Faxed and emailed ballots are NOT accepted. https://www.sierraclub.org/sfbay/chapter-elections
In order to vote you need your 8 digit membership number (it is above your name on the back of the ballot in the Yodeler). If you can't find the winter edition of the Yodeler with the candidate statements, ballot and your membership number call (415) 977-5653 or email member.care@sierraclub.org

The two scheduled City Council meetings (3 pm and 6 pm) on Tuesday December 12th are the GOTO meetings of the week.,
Council Winter Recess is from December 13, 2023 – January 15, 2024. The agenda for the regular meeting is posted at the bottom of this email.

Monday:
- At 9 am the Budget and Finance Committee meets in the hybrid format on the AAO#1 (mid-year budget adjustment).
- At 10 am the Health, Life Enrichment, Equity & Community meets on locations for the Chess Club.
- At 3 pm the Council meets in closed Session in the hybrid format.
- At 6:30 pm the Youth Commission meets in person.
Tuesday:
- At 10 am the Solano Business Improvement District meets in person.
- At 3 pm the City Council meets in the hybrid format on the North Berkeley BART Objective Design Standards.
- At 6 pm the City Council meets in the hybrid format with the AAO#1 (mid-year budget adjustment) as the main agenda action item.
Wednesday: no city meetings, the Commission on Disability meeting is cancelled
Thursday:
- At 7 pm the Mental Health Commission meets in person.
- At 7 pm the Zoning Adjustment Board meets in the hybrid format.
Saturday:
- At 8:30 am and 9:45 am Breakfast with Santa, pre-registration required, $10 per person
- At 9 am Saturday Shoreline Cleanup

2924 Russell 2/27/2024
1960 San Antonio 645 Arlington Avenue 2/13/2024
3000 Shattuck Avenue (Construct 10-story mixed-use building) – TBD

WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:

December 5, 2023 To be rescheduled – Re-Imagining Public Safety Update and Ceasefire–)
January 23, 2024 - Draft Waterfront Specific Plan (tentative – rescheduled from November 2, 2023)
February 6, 2024 – Office of Economic Development (OED) Dashboards Presentation

UNSCHEDULED WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS

Fire Department Standards of Coverage & Community Risk Assessment
Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation
Presentation on Homelessness/Re-Housing/Thousand-Person Plan

PAST MEETINGS with reports worth reading:

May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report, Wildfire Prevention Plan https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-special-meeting-eagenda-may-16-2023-6-pm

June 20 (WS) - Climate Action Plan & Resilience Update, Berkeley Economic Dashboards Update reports available https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas/city-council-2023-06-20

December 3 - December 10, 2023
Worth Noting:
There are only two (December 5, 12) more scheduled City Council meetings before Winter Recess - December 13, 2023 – January 15, 2024 and the agendas for both meetings are posted. At the bottom of this posting are the agendas for December 5 and 12. On December 12 the 3 pm meeting is on the North Berkeley BART Station Housing Objective Standards.

Monday:
- At 10 am the Land Use Committee meets in the hybrid format.
- At 7 pm the Personnel Board in person.
Tuesday:
- At 9:30 am the Budget Committee meets in the hybrid format on AAO
- At 6 pm the City Council meets in the hybrid format item A. Deconstruction and Construction regulations, item 12. $900,000 on street calming budget referral and item 13. report on reimaging public safety.
- At 7 pm the Rent Stabilization Board meets in closed session.
Wednesday:
- At 5:30 pm the Planning Commission meets in person on the demolition ordinance.
- At 6 pm the Civic Arts Commission meets in person.
- At 6:30 pm the Police Accountability Board meets in the Hybrid format.
- At 7 pm the Disaster and Fire Safety Commission meets in person
Thursday:
- At 7 pm the Landmarks Preservation Commission meets in person.
- At 1 pm WETA meets in the hybrid format.
Friday:
- From 6 – 9 pm there is a dance for teens, pre-registration is required.
- From 8 – 10 pm there is a city sponsored comedy show tickets $20.
Saturday:
- From 10 am – 1 pm on winter weather preparedness, sandbags, storm drains.
- Berkeley Neighborhoods Council meets the 2nd Saturday of the month, check later.

Survey of adults 55 and older from the County of Alameda Area Agency on Aging to plan county services to assist older adults to age in place. https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/CABERKE/bulletins/37d724c
Free Yoga Classes every Tuesday and Wednesday from 4:30 – 5:30 pm at the West Berkeley Family Wellness Center, 1900 Sixth Street, Register by phone 510-981-5350.
Check the City website for city activities, late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/

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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS

Sunday, December 3, 2023 – no city meetings or vents found

Monday, December 4, 2023

LAND USE, HOUSING & ECONOMIC at 10 am
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1604312346
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 431 2346
AGENDA: 2. Neighborhood-Scale Commercial, refer to city manager and Planning Commission to consider policies to permit neighborhood-scale retail uses in residential neighborhoods.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-land-use-housing-economic-development

PERSONNEL BOARD at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1301 Shattuck, Live Oak Park Community Center, Creekside Room
AGENDA: V. Adjustment to City Attorney Salary Range and Revised Salary, VI. Recommendation to Revise Job Class Specification – Parking services Manager
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/personnel-board

Tuesday, December 5, 2023

BUDGET & FINANCE COMMITTEE at 9:30 am
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1607680921
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 768 0921
AGENDA: 2. Fiscal Year 2024 Annual Appropriations Ordinance#1 (AAO), 3. Audit Recommendations Berkeley Police Department to manage overtime and security work for outside entities.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-budget-finance

CITY COUNCIL at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1612629119
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 262 9119
AGENDA: Use the link and choose the html option or see the agenda listed at the end of the calendar.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas

RENT STABILIZATION BOARD Special Meeting Closed Session at 7 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2001 Center Street, 2nd Floor, Rent Board Law Library
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82768438800?pwd=_aqrWzCBLNOq0fEvfCFjaFj_whFYRw.mFV3xuQbxvLfqjxW
Teleconference: 1-408-638-0968
Meeting ID: 827 6843 8800 Passcode: 452308
AGENDA: 5. Closed session Public Employee Evaluation
https://rentboard.berkeleyca.gov/elected-rent-board/rent-board-meetings

Wednesday, December 6, 2023

CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Russell
AGENDA: 5. Chair’s Report – a) Budget Referral of $300,000 for Capital Projects Grants in AAO#1, 6. Presentation, Discussion & Action Items: a) Action - City of Berkeley Poet Laureate 2024-2025 Hilary Amnah, b) Presentation – 2023/2024 Municipal Artist-in-Residence for City of Berkeley’s San Pablo Area Specific Plan, c) Action: Cube Space Exhibit, d) FY2023 Individual Artist Project Grants Guidelines, e) FY 2025 Community Festivals Grant Guidelines, f) FY 2025 Arts Program Grant Guidelines, g) 2024-2025 Grant Review Panelists, h) letter of support for Capital Projects Grants.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission

DISASTER and FIRE SAFETY COMMISSIONS at 7 pm
In-Person: at 997 Cedar, Fire Department Division of Training Classroom
AGENDA: 1. Chair’s Report, 2. Fire Department Report, Action Items: 4. Meeting schedule, 5. Provide recommendation to Council regarding separation of mixed-use pedestrian and e-bike pathways, 6. Request to merge action and discussion calendars under the title “Items for Discussion and Possible Action”, 7. Send a report to City Council recommending using Measure FF funds to support a Once-Time Clearing of eucalyptus understory for participating properties, Discussion Items: 8. Measure FF Funds, 9. New Commissioner Work Plan, 10. Clarification of recently approved ordinance on ADUs and JADUs, 12. Impact of increased density to new developments on Shattuck/Adeline.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/disaster-and-fire-safety-commission

PLANNING COMMISSION at 5:30 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 10. Public hearing: Demolition Ordinance – this is about replacing rent controlled and/or affordable units lot through demolition
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/planning-commission

POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD at 6:30 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82653396072
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 826 5339 6072
AGENDA: Agenda not posted check later
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board

Thursday, December 7, 2023

LANDMARKS PRESERVATION COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. 2065 Kittredge – Final Design Review (#DRCF2023-0002) for the Shattuck Hotel Site, 7. 2144 Shattuck – structural alteration permit (#LMSAP2023-0007) American Trust Building,
8. 2037 Durant – Demolition Referral (Use Permit #ZP2023-0064)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/landmarks-preservation-commission

WATER EMERGENCY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY (WETA/SF Bay Ferry) at 1 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at Port of San Francisco Pier 1
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89718217408
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 897 1821 7408 Password: 33779
AGENDA: 5. Reports of Staff a. Executive Director’s Report on FTA Grant Award, International Electric Ferry Innovations, Main Street Terminal Rehab Project Update, b. Financial statements, c. Federal Legislative Uptake, D. State Legislation Update, e. Monthly Operations Ridership and Recovery Report.
https://weta.sanfranciscobayferry.com/next-board-meeting

Friday, December 8, 2023

TEENS HOLIDAY JINGLE DANCE SWAG from 6 – 9 pm
Pre-registration Required – No Onsite Registration
Only current Longfellow, Willard or King students may attend and must bring student ID or class schedule
Location: 2800 Park, Frances Albrier Center
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/teens-holiday-jingle-dance-swag

LIVE OAK LAUGHS STAND-UP COMEDY doors open 7:30 pm, show from 8 – 10 pm
In-Person: at Live Oak Park Community Center
Cost $10 for ages 18 and up
Refreshments and onsite childcare for 5 – 13 available for additional cost
Registration recommended
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/news/come-out-december-8-night-local-stand-comedy

Saturday, December 9, 2023

HELLO WINTER WEATHER! PREPAREDNESS WORKSHOP AT STRAWBERRY CREEK PARK from 10 am – 1 pm
Location: 1326 Allston Way, Strawberry Creek Park
AGENDA: Short talk followed with demonstrations, Adopt a storm drain, learn how to fill and place sandbags to protect your home.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/hello-winter-weather-preparedness-workshop-strawberry-creek-park

BERKELEY NEIGHBORHOODS COUNCIL at 10 am
Videoconference:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/4223188307?pwd=dFlNMVlVZ2d6b0FnSHh3ZlFwV2NMdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 422 318 8307 Passcode: 521161
AGENDA: Check closer to Saturday to confirm BNC is meeting and to check the agenda.
https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/

Sunday, December 10, 2023 – no city meetings or events found

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AGENDA for DECEMBER 5, 2023 CITY COUNCIL Regular meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1612629119
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 262 9119
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas

AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations $600,000 for sanitary sewer rehabilitation project
2.Oyekanmi, Finance – Amend Contract No. 32000060 add $210,000 plus 2-year extension $400,000 total $1,438,170 with Toshiba for Multi-function Devices through 2025
3.Sprague, Fire – Piggyback on Contract No. 10089896-22-W for $272,029 through 12/18/2023 - 9/30/2028 with Intterra for Operations, Pre-Planning, Reporting and Analytics with option to extend for 5 additional years at additional cost not to exceed $300,000
4.Kouyoumdjian, HR - MOU with Berkeley Fire Fighters Association
5.Fong, IT – Amend Contract 32000281 add $825,811 total $1,718,633 with ConvergeOne for Avaya Telephone System Administration Maintenance and Support 7/1/2020 – 6/30/2025
6.Fong, IT – Amend Contract No, 32000008 (1102) add $115,300 total $322,946 with Granicus, Inc for live video streaming services, for on-demand archival video, podcasting, and web page subscription services 7/1/2017 – 6/30/2025
7.Ferris, Parks – Grant Contract accept $750,000 from Housing and Urban Development (HUD) for the MLK Youth Services Center Seismic Upgrade Project
8.Ferris, Parks – Accept cash donation of $5,000 from Friends of the Berkeley Rose Garden to purchase roses and maintenance yard fence screening for Berkeley Rose Garden
Council Consent Items:
9.Arreguin – 13th Annual Martin Luther King Jr Celebration
10.Taplin, co-sponsor – Nancy Skinner Municipal Pier Resolution, Refer to Parks, Recreation and Waterfront Commission
11.Harrison – Budget Referral $273,342 to the November 2023 AAO #1 to Pre-fund the Resilient (Green) Buildings Program Manager on Permanent Basis
AGENDA on ACTION:
A.Harrison – Refer to City Manager to Enhance the City’s Deconstruction and Construction Materials Management Enforcement and Regulations and Refer to AAO#1 Budget Process $250,000 for Social Cost of Carbon Nexus Fee Study for Berkeley Origin Construction and Demolition Debris
12.Harrison, co-sponsor Taplin – Budget Referral: Allocate the existing $900,000 Transportation Network Company (TNC) Tax to Calm Traffic in Vicinity of Derby St, Increase Citywide Traffic Calming Budget and Establish Ongoing General Fund Allocation Policy for TNC 1. $100,000 calming measures in the vicinity of 2023 Halloween Derby St. hit and run incident highlighting designation of crosswalks, and consideration of a stop sign on Mabel at Carleton and Derby, 2. $25,000 to purchase 5 additional portable speed radar trailers total 7, 3. Increase traffic Calming budget to $400,000, 4. $450,000 to 2017 bicycle lanes.
13.Arredondo, CM Office - Reimagining Public Safety Status Report

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AGENDA for DECEMBER 12, 2023 CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 3 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1610996492
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 099 6492
AGENDA: one item 1. North Berkeley Objective Design Standards
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas

AGENDA for DECEMBER 12, 2023 CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1610996492
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 099 6492
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas

AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.Harvey – 2nd reading Amendments to Berkeley Election Reform Act (BERA) cost of living adjustment and reporting requirement thresholds
2.Klein, Planning – 2nd reading Southside Zoning Implementation Program and 2023-2031 Housing Element Update
3.Warhuus, HHCS – 2nd reading Authorizing Lease of 830 University to Berkeley Free Clinic
4.Minutes for approval 10/23/2023, 11/6/2023, 11/7/2023, 11/13/2023, 11/14/2023, 11/21/2023 and 11/28/2023
5.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations $150,000 for Willard Clubhouse Public Art
6.Warhuus, HHCS – Extend the Duration of Funding Reservations for Housing Trust Fund Projects Measure O Funds Ashby Lofts at 2909-2919 Ninth $850,000, BUSD Workforce Housing at 1701 San Pablo $24,500,000, Peoples Park at 2556 Haste $14,359,593
7.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Revise Clasification and Salary Ranges for Parking Meter Maintenance and Collection Supervisor and Traffic Maintenance Supervisor
8.Contract $283,500 With Superion, LLC for AS400 Software Mainenance and Support 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2025
9.Ferris, Parks – Grant Application $700,000 – State Parks Outdoor Equity Grants Program up to $700,000
10.Ferris, Parks – Grant Application $218,451 - CA Air Resources Board for new electric boat and charging station
11.Ferris, Park - Contract $6,831,067 which includes 10% contingency $621,006 with Buhler for Willard Park Clubhouse and Restroom Replacement Project
12.Ferris, Park – Donation $3,400 Memorial Bench at Cesar Chavez Park in memory of Ronald Henry Klein
13.Ferris, Park – Donation $3,400 Memorial Bench at Cesar Chavez Park in memory of Ramakant Tulisan
14.Bellow, Public Works – Contract $3,456,596 includes 10% contingency $314,236 Specification No. 24-11619-C: Kolos Engineering, Inc. for The Alameda, et al. Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Project
15.Bellow, Public Works – Purchase Order $8,500,00 with Pinnacle Petroleum, Inc. and $2,000,000 Western States, Inc. for Bulk Renewable Diesel and Gasoline for City Vehicles 2025 – 2029
16.Bellow, Public Works - Purchase Order $1,600,000 with National Auto Fleet Group for 4 Tractor Trucks
17.Bellow, Public Works – Purchase Order $284,974 with Braun Network, Inc for 1 North Start 155 Type 1 Ambulance
18.Bellow, Public Works – Amend Contract No. 102354-1add $200,000 total $832,750 with Direct Line Tele Response for Citywide After-Hours Answering Service
19.Bellow, Public Works – Amend Contract No. 32300110 add $150,000 total $300,000 with SCI Consulting for On-call Civil Engineering Services
20.Bellow, Public Works – Amend Contract No. 32400004 add $200,000 total $250,000 with Roofing Constructors, Inc. dba Western Roofing Service on on0call roofing and gutter repair services
21.Bellow, Public Works – Amend Contract No. 103266-1 add $100,000 total $450,000 with Karste Consulting, Inc for Emergency Preparedness Services and Training
22.Bellow, Public Works – Contract $443,207 with American Restore for Transfer Station Tipping Floor Repair Emergency Project at 1201 Second Street due to hazardous conditions authorizing exception to formal bidding process
23.Miller for Parks and Waterfront Commission – Request for Community Survey for placing a modest increase in Parks Tax on November 2024 Ballot
24.Wong, Auditor – Audit on Ballot Measure FF funds, recommend report back every 6 months
Council Consent Items:
25.Arreguin – Reappointment of Dr. P. Robert Beatty to the Alameda County Mosquito Abatement District Board of Trustees for a 2 year term
26.Arreguin, co-sponsor Wengraf, Hahn – Right to Reproductive Freedom
27.Arreguin – Adjustment to City Attorney Salary Range (top $360,000 annually) and Revised SalaryCity Attorney Farimah Brown to $336,000
28.Taplin, co-sponsor Hahn, Harrison – Waterside Workshops Winter Festival and Kids Bike Giveaway
29.Taplin, co-sponsor Bartlett, Harrison – Budget Referral and Updated Guidelines and Procedures for City Council Office Staff Expenditures
30.Wengraf, co-sponsors Arreguin, Hahn– Letter to AC Transit Regarding Draft Realignment Scenarios (plan to end Grizzly Peak route)
AGENDA on ACTION:
31.Hollander, OED – Expansion of Elmwood Business Improvement District
32.Friedrichsen, Budget Manager – Annual Appropriations Ordinance $258,777,491 (gross) $246,555,990(net)
33.Cardwell, CM Office – Consideration of Options for BHS Staff Parking
INFORMATION REPORTS:
34.Brown, City Attorney – Settlement Claim of D.L. Falk Construction North Berkeley Senior Center
35.Oyekanmi, Finance –FY 2023 4th Quarter Investment Report
36.Oyekanmi, Finance –Section 115 Trust Investment Report for: Inception to Period Ended 6/30/2023
37.Klein, Planning – Climate Action Plan and Resilience Update
38.Lovvorn, Commission Secretary – Civic Arts Commission Work Plan FY 2024
39.Uberti, Commission Secretary – Housing Advisory Commission Work Plan FY 2024

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LAND USE CALENDAR PUBLIC HEARINGS:

2924 Russell 2/27/2024
1960 San Antonio 645 Arlington Avenue 2/13/2024
3000 Shattuck Avenue (Construct 10-story mixed-use building) – TBD

WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:

December 5, 2023 – Re-Imagining Public Safety Update and Ceasefire– (to be the only action item of the evening, Wengraf and Arreguin will be absent on December 5)
January 23, 2024 - Draft Waterfront Specific Plan (tentative – rescheduled from November 2, 2023)
February 6, 2024 – Office of Economic Development (OED) Dashboards Presentation

UNSCHEDULED WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS

Fire Department Standards of Coverage & Community Risk Assessment
Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation
Presentation on Homelessness/Re-Housing/Thousand-Person Plan

PAST MEETINGS with reports worth reading:

May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report, Wildfire Prevention Plan https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-special-meeting-eagenda-may-16-2023-6-pm
June 20 (WS) - Climate Action Plan & Resilience Update, Berkeley Economic Dashboards Update reports available https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas/city-council-2023-06-20

November 26 - December 3, 2023
Worth Noting:
There are only three (November 28, December 5, 12) more scheduled City Council meetings before Winter Recess - December 13, 2023 – January 15, 2024. At the bottom of the posting is the draft agenda for December 12 and the full agendas for November 28 and December 5. The Budget meeting on the AAO#1 (Annual Appropriations Ordinance aka mid-year budget adjustment) is tentatively scheduled for December 5 and is not posted.

Monday:
- At 11 am the Civic Arts Commission Grants Subcommittee meets online.
- At 2:30 the Agenda Committee meets in the Hybrid format on the Dec 12 city council draft agenda which includes 27-North Berkeley BART Objective Standards, 30-Horse Racing, 32-Eminent domain for 2902, 3908 Adeline and 1946 Russell and the Chess Club.
Tuesday:
- At 6 pm the City Council meets in the hybrid format item 17 is the 5-year paving plan.
- At 6 pm the Zero Waste Commission meets in person.
- From 6 – 7 pm community meeting on grant application for outdoor program grant
Wednesday: At 6 pm the Environment and Climate Commission meets in person.
Thursday:
- At 7 pm the Zoning Adjustment Board meets in the hybrid format – the zoom link shows as being expired check for an update,
- The Landmarks Preservation Commission is posted as meeting, but no agenda is posted. Check after Monday.
Saturday: From 10 am – 1 pm is the Tots Carnival for ages 0-5 at Live Oak Park.

The December 5 city council agenda is available for comment and includes $900,000 on street calming budget referral and report on reimaging public safety.
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
Directions with links to ZOOM support for activating Closed Captioning and Save Transcript are at the bottom of this calendar.

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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS

Sunday, November 26, 2023 – no city meetings or vents found

Monday, November 27, 2023

CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION Grants Subcommittee at 11 am
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1604272001
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252
Meeting ID: 160 427 2001
AGENDA: 5. Discussion Items with possible action a) FY 2025 Community Festival Guidelines, b) FY 2025 Arts Program Guidelines.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission

AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1606224847
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 622 4847
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve City Council 12/12/2023 -- draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda below at the end of the list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Workssessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review: 8. Harrison, co-sponsor Bartlett - Amend BMC 3.78 to expand eligibility requirements for Representatives of The Poor to Serve on The Human Welfare and Community Action Commission, 9. Discussion and Possible Action on City Council Rules of Decorum and Remote Public Comments, 10. City Council Legislative Systems Redesign, Unscheduled Items: 11. Modifications or Improvements to City Council Meeting Procedures 12. Strengthening and Supporting City Commission: Guidance on Development of Legislative Proposals, 13. Discussion and Recommendations on use of Berkeley Considers
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules

Tuesday, November 28, 2023

CITY COUNCIL at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1619253897
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 925 3897
AGENDA: Use the link and choose the html option or see the agenda listed at the end of the calendar.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas

ZERO WASTE COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1326 Allston, Corporation Yard, Ratcliff Building, Willow Room
AGENDA: Discussion and Action Items: 1. 2024 calendar move meeting to 3rd or 4th Thursday at 5:30 pm, 2. Report out from subcommittee to review green building requirements, 3. SB-54 and opposition to the Taxpayer Protection and Government Accountability Act, 4. Presentation: As You Sow.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zero-waste-commission

FRESH ADVENTURE OUTDOOR PROGRAM COMMUNITY BRAINSTORM MEETINGS from 6 – 7 pm
In-Person: at 2800 Park, Francis Albrier Community Center
AGENDA: Berkeley is competing for State Equity Grant Funding. Meeting is for ideas to design program for more experience with the outdoors and nature. Program will repeat on Saturday at Tots Winter Carnival.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/community-brainstorm-help-design-fresh-adventures-program-nov-28

Wednesday, November 29, 2023

ENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATE COMMISSION at 6 PM
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 7. Election Chair, 8. Presentation and Discussion: Electric Mobility Roadmap Implementation Update including micro-mobility, municipal fleet electrification, EV infrastructure, and Public EV charging fees, 10. Presentation, Discussion and Action: Curbside Management,
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/environment-and-climate-commission

Thursday, November 30, 2023

LANDMARKS PRESERVATION COMMISSION
AGENDA: no agenda posted, check after Monday
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/landmarks-preservation-commission

ZONING ADJUSTMENTS BOARD (ZAB) at 7 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: CHECK Webpage for new ZOOM link, the posted link in the agenda is showing as expired https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83408771762
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 or 1-669-900-6833 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 834 0877 1762
AGENDA: 2. 2127-2159 Dwight Way between Shattuck & Fulton – on consent – Use Permit #ZP2023-0057 – demolish 2 of the 4 existing buildings and replace with a new 72,251 sq ft 6-story (71-ft, 5 inches) residential building with 58 new units for combined 66 units, includes 3 extremely low-income units, 2 very low-income units, 2 low income units and 1 moderate income unit) utilizing a State Density Bonus
3. 1804 Harmon @ Ellis – on action – Use Permit #ZP2023-0036 - construct new 676 sq ft, 1-story (11 ft) single-family dwelling unit on a vacant non-conforming 1,586 sq ft and grant a variance to open space and setback development standards
4. 1652 University @ Jefferson – on action – Use Permit #ZP2022-0110 – demolish a 2-story 6,232 sq ft commercial building, construct a 24,732 sq ft 5-story (59 ft, 10 inches) mixed-use building with 3,145 sq ft of commercial space on the ground floor including 2 live/work units and 26 dwelling units including 2 very low-income units, utilizing a State Density Bonus.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zoning-adjustments-board

Friday, December 1, 2023

Saturday, December 2, 2023

TOTS WINTER CARNIVAL (ages 0-5) from 10 am – 1 pm
In-Person: 1301 Shattuck, Live Oak Park (register online or on-site at event)
AGENDA: games with prizes for toddlers, program for ideas to design program for more experience with the outdoors and nature will repeat.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/tots-winter-carnival

Sunday, December 3, 2023 – no city meetings or events found

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November 27, 2023 AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
DRAFT AGENDA City Council December 12, 2023 Regular Meeting
Hybrid Meeting:
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1606224847
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 622 4847
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules

AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.Harvey – 2nd reading Amendments to Berkeley Election Reform Act (BERA) cost of living adjustment and reporting requirement thresholds
2.Klein, Planning – 2nd reading Southside Zoning Implementation Program and 2023-2031 Housing Element Update
3.Friedrichsen, Budget Manager – Annual Appropriations Ordinance $255,007,251 (gross) $245,666,549 (net)
4.Minutes for approval 10/23/2023, 11/6/2023, 11/7/2023, 11/13/2023, 11/14/2023, 11/20/2023, 11/21/2023 and 11/28/2023
5.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations $150,000
6.Warhuus, HHCS – Extend the Duration of Funding Reservations for Housing Trust Fund Projects Measure O Funds Ashby Lofts at 2909-2919 Ninth $850,000, BUSD Workforce Housing at 1701 San Pablo $24,500,000, Peoples Park at 2556 Haste $14,359,593
7.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Revise Clasification and Salary Ranges for Parking Meter Maintenance and Collection Supervisor and Traffic Maintenance Supervisor
8.Contract $283,500 With Superion, LLC for AS400 Software Mainenance and Support 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2025
9.Ferris, Parks – Grant Application $700,000 – State Parks Outdoor Equity Grants Program up to $700,000
10.Ferris, Parks – Grant Application $218,451 - CA Air Resources Board for new electric boat and charging station
11.Ferris, Park - Contract $6,831,067 which includes 10% contingency $621,006 with Buhler for Willard Park Clubhouse and Restroom Replacement Project
12.Ferris, Park – Donation $3,400 Memorial Bench at Cesar Chavez Park in memory of Ronald Henry Klein
13.Ferris, Park – Donation $3,400 Memorial Bench at Cesar Chavez Park in memory of Ramakant Tulisan
14.Bellow, Public Works – Contract $3,456,596 includes 10% contingency $314,236 Specification No. 24-11619-C: Kolos Engineering, Inc. for The Alameda, et al. Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Project
15.Bellow, Public Works – Purchase Order $8,500,00 with Pinnacle Petroleum, Inc. and $2,000,000 Western States, Inc. for Bulk Renewable Diesel and Gasoline for City Vehicles 2025 – 2029
16.Bellow, Public Works - Purchase Order $1,600,000 with National Auto Fleet Group for 4 Tractor Trucks
17.Bellow, Public Works – Purchase Order $284,974 with Braun Network, Inc for 1 North Start 155 Type 1 Ambulance
18.Bellow, Public Works – Amend Contract No. 102354-1add $200,000 total $832,750 with Direct Line Tele Response for Citywide After-Hours Answering Service
19.Bellow, Public Works – Amend Contract No. 32300110 add $150,000 total $300,000 with SCI Consulting for On-call Civil Engineering Services
20.Bellow, Public Works – Amend Contract No. 32400004 add $200,000 total $250,000 with Roofing Constructors, Inc. dba Western Roofing Service on on0call roofing and gutter repair services
21.Bellow, Public Works – Amend Contract No. 103266-1 add $100,000 total $450,000 with Karste Consulting, Inc for Emergency Preparedness Services and Training
22.Miller for Parks and Waterfront Commission – Request for Community Survey for placing a modest increase in Parks Tax on November 2024 Ballot
23.Wong, Auditor – Audit on Ballot Measure FF funds, recommend report back every 6 months
Council Consent Items:
24.Arreguin – Reappointment of Dr. P. Robert Beatty to the Alameda County Mosquito Abatement District Board of Trustees for a 2 year term
25.Taplin – Waterside Workshops Winter Festival and Kids Bike Giveaway
26.Taplin, co-sponsor Bartlett, Harrison – Budget Referral and Updated Guidelines and Procedures for City Council Office Staff Expenditures
AGENDA on ACTION:

Klein, Planning – North Berkeley BART Objective Development Standards

28.Cardwell, CM Office – Consideration of Options for BHS Staff Parking
29.Hollander, OED – Expansion of Elmwood Business Improvement District
30.Harrison – Adopt Ordinance adding BMC 12.75 to Establish Protections Relating to Horses Held, Owned, Used, Exhibited or otherwise kept for Racing or Other Sport
31.Arreguin, co-sponsor Wengraf – Right to Reproductive Freedom
32.Bartlett – Referral to the City Manager: Eminent Domain Feasibility Analysis for 2902 and 2908 Adeline Street Properties and Abandoned House at 1946 Russell for purposes of developing mixed-use affordable housing
33.Wengraf – Letter to AC Transit Regarding Draft Realignment Scenarios (plan to end Grizzly Peak route)
34.Robinson, Harrison – Use of Sidewalks for Recreation, Such as Chess in public right of way
INFORMATION REPORTS:
35.Brown, City Attorney – Settlement Claim of D.L. Falk Construction North Berkeley Senior Center
36.Oyekanmi, Finance –FY 2023 4th Quarter Investment Report
37.Oyekanmi, Finance –Section 115 Trust Investment Report for: Inception to Period Ended 6/30/2023
38.Klein, Planning – Climate Action Plan and Resilience Update
39.Lovvorn, Commission Secretary – Civic Arts Commission Work Plan FY 2024
40.Uberti, Commission Secretary – Housing Advisory Commission Work Plan FY 2024

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AGENDA for November 28, 2023 CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1619253897
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 925 3897
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas

AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.2023 Conflict of Interest Code Update
2.2023 Annual Commission Attendance and Meeting Report
3.Environment and Climate Commission – Appointment of New Youth Members
4.Radu, City Manager – Amend Contract R9704 with City of Albany, Albany will pay Berkeley $291,019 total $945,512 for Animal Services FY 2024 – FY2026
5.Radu – Contract $60,750 with Echo Cartagena DVM to provide on-site veterinary services January 2024 – June 2024
6.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations $6,880,000, $880,000 for Sacramento Street Pedestrian Safety Project Oregon to Fairview, $6,000,000 Berkeley Marin a Dredging Project using State Coastal Conservancy Grant Fund
7.Warhuus, HHCS – Revenue Grant Agreement $673,179 to provide public health nursing services 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2026
8.Warhuus, HHCS – Lease of 830 University to Berkeley Free Clinic
9.Louis, Police – Amend Contract 32300062 add $50,000 total $200,000 with Moreland Investigations for background checks, 11/3/2022 – 11/2/2027
10.Louis, Police - Amend Contract 32200152 add $150,000 total $200,000 with Cindy K. Hull & Associates Forensic Consulting Services, LLC
Council Consent Items:
11.Arreguin – Appoint Tracy Matthews to the Berkeley Housing Authority for 2-year term
12.Arreguin, co-sponsor Harrison – Civic Arts Referral for Memorial Wall to Councilmember Dona Spring and budget referral $162,000
13.Arreguin – Accept grant funding $75,000 from San Francisco Foundation and amend Contract 32200161 with Creative Development Partners to extend consulting work associated with Equitable Black Berkeley Initiative total contract $200,000
14.Taplin – Designating Open Space Adjacent to the Ninth Street Greenway between Heinz and Berkeley-Emeryville border as a Linear City Park pursuant to BMC 6.42
15.Bartlett – Expenditure of Funds - Healthy Black Families 10th Anniversary
16.Harrison – Refer to City Manager to Enhance the City’s Deconstruction and Construction Materials Management Enforcement and Regulations and Refer to AAO#1 Budget Process $250,000 for Social Cost of Carbon Nexus Fee Study for Berkeley Origin Construction and Demolition Debris
AGENDA: on ACTION:
17.LaTanya Bellow, Public Works – Street Rehabilitation Five Year Plan for 2024 – 2028
INFORMATION REPORTS:
18.Warhuus, HHCS – Healthy Checkout Ordinance Update

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AGENDA for December 5, 2023 CITY COUNCIL 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1612629119
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 262 9119
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas

AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations $600,000 for sanitary sewer rehabilitation project
2.Oyekanmi, Finance – Amend Contract No. 32000060 add $210,000 plus 2-year extension $400,000 total $1,438,170 with Toshiba for Multi-function Devices through 2025
3.Sprague, Fire – Piggyback on Contract No. 10089896-22-W for $272,029 through 12/18/2023 - 9/30/2028 with Intterra for Operations, Pre-Planning, Reporting and Analytics with option to extend for 5 additional years at additional cost not to exceed $300,000
4.Kouyoumdjian, HR - MOU with Berkeley Fire Fighters Association
5.Fong, IT – Amend Contract 32000281 add $825,811 total $1,718,633 with ConvergeOne for Avaya Telephone System Administration Maintenance and Support 7/1/2020 – 6/30/2025
6.Fong, IT – Amend Contract No, 32000008 (1102) add $115,300 total $322,946 with Granicus, Inc for live video streaming services, for on-demand archival video, podcasting, and web page subscription services 7/1/2017 – 6/30/2025
7.Ferris, Parks – Grant Contract accept $750,000 from Housing and Urban Development (HUD) for the MLK Youth Services Center Seismic Upgrade Project
8.Ferris, Parks – Accept cash donation of $5,000 from Friends of the Berkeley Rose Garden to purchase roses and maintenance yard fence screening for Berkeley Rose Garden
Council Consent Items:
9.Arreguin – 13th Annual Martin Luther King Jr Celebration
10.Taplin, co-sponsor – Nancy Skinner Municipal Pier Resolution, Refer to Parks, Recreation and Waterfront Commission
11.Harrison – Budget Referral $273,342 to the November 2023 AAO #1 to Pre-fund the Resilient (Green) Buildings Program Manager on Permanent Basis
AGENDA on ACTION:
12.Harrison, co-sponsor Taplin – Budget Referral: Allocate the existing $900,000 Transportation Network Company (TNC) Tax to Calm Traffic in Vicinity of Derby St, Increase Citywide Traffic Calming Budget and Establish Ongoing General Fund Allocation Policy for TNC 1. $100,000 calming measures in the vicinity of 2023 Halloween Derby St. hit and run incident highlighting designation of crosswalks, and consideration of a stop sign on Mabel at Carleton and Derby, 2. $25,000 to purchase 5 additional portable speed radar trailers total 7, 3. Increase traffic Calming budget to $400,000, 4. $450,000 to 2017 bicycle lanes.
13.Arredondo, CM Office - Reimagining Public Safety Status Report

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LAND USE CALENDAR PUBLIC HEARINGS:

2924 Russell 2/27/2024
1960 San Antonio 645 Arlington Avenue 2/13/2024
3000 Shattuck Avenue (Construct 10-story mixed-use building) – TBD

WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:

December 5, 2023 – Re-Imagining Public Safety Update and Ceasefire– (to be the only action item of the evening, Wengraf and Arreguin will be absent on December 5)
January 23, 2024 - Draft Waterfront Specific Plan (tentative – rescheduled from November 2, 2023)
February 6, 2024 – Office of Economic Development (OED) Dashboards Presentation

UNSCHEDULED WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS

Fire Department Standards of Coverage & Community Risk Assessment
Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation
Presentation on Homelessness/Re-Housing/Thousand-Person Plan

PAST MEETINGS with reports worth reading:

May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report, Wildfire Prevention Plan https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-special-meeting-eagenda-may-16-2023-6-pm
June 20 (WS) - Climate Action Plan & Resilience Update, Berkeley Economic Dashboards Update reports available https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas/city-council-2023-06-20Worth Noting:
There are only three (November 28, December 5, 12) more scheduled City Council meetings before Winter Recess - December 13, 2023 – January 15, 2024

November 19 - November 26, 2023
Worth Noting:
There are only four (November 21, 28, December 5, 12) more scheduled City Council meetings before Winter Recess - December 13, 2023 – January 15, 2024
The City Thanksgiving Holiday includes both Thanksgiving Day and Friday. There are no City meetings after City Council finishes the special rescheduled meeting on Tuesday morning.

Sunday: At 7:30 am is the Berkeley Half Marathon, check for street closures
Monday:
- At 2 pm the Civic Arts Grants subcommittee meets online.
- At 2:30 the Agenda Committee meets in the Hybrid format.
- At 4:30 pm City Council meets in closed session in the hybrid format.
- At 7 pm the Commission on Labor meets in person.
Tuesday: At 9 AM the City Council holds a special meeting in the hybrid format taking up the agenda from the November 14, 2023. The November 14 meeting quit abruptly in response to a demonstration in the BUSD Boardroom.

The November 28 City Council meeting agenda is posted and available for comment.
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
Directions with links to ZOOM support for activating Closed Captioning and Save Transcript are at the bottom of this calendar.

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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS

Sunday, November 19, 2023

BERKELEY HALF MARATHON at 7:30 am
Check for street closures (some start at 3 pm November 18) and bus route changes
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/news/berkeley-half-marathon-nov-19-street-closures-bus-route-info

Monday, November 20, 2023

AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1618450732
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 845 0732
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve City Council 12/5/2023 -- draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda below at the end of the list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Workssessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review Referred Items for Review: 8. Discussion and Possible Action on City Council Rules of Decorum and Remote Public Comments, 9. Harrison, co-sponsor Bartlett - Amend BMC 3.78 to expand eligibility requirements for Representatives of The Poor to Serve on The Human Welfare and Community Action Commission, 10. City Council Legislative Systems Redesign, 11. Modifications or Improvements to City Council Meeting Procedures 12. Strengthening and Supporting City Commission: Guidance on Development of Legislative Proposals, 13. Discussion and Recommendations on use of Berkeley Considers
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules

CITY COUNCIL Closed Session at 4:30 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1606038125
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 603 8125
AGENDA: 1.a. Performance Evaluation of the City Attorney
https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-closed-meeting-eagenda-november-20-2023

CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION Grants Subcommittee at 2 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1611050243
AGENDA: No agenda posted
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission

COMMISSION on LABOR at 7 pm
In-Person: At 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 2. Fair Workweek Ordinance Implementation updates, 3. Community Agency RFP FY 2025-2028 application review
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-labor

Tuesday, November 21, 2023

CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 9 am
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1618247322
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 824 7322
AGENDA: The November 14, 2023 City Council meeting ended abruptly at 8:48 pm with a motion to reschedule the meeting to November 21, 2023. Use the link and choose the html option or see the agenda listed at the end of the calendar. There are no consent or action agenda item changes from the agenda published for the November 14, 2023 meeting.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas

Wednesday, November 22, 2023 – no city meetings or events found
60th Anniversary of the Assassination of President John. F. Kennedy

Thursday, November 23, 2023 - THANKSGIVING
Friday, November 24, 2023 – Thanksgiving Holiday
Saturday, November 25, 2023 – no city meetings or events found
Sunday, November 26, 2023 – no city meetings or events found

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AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
DRAFT AGENDA City Council December 5, 2023 Regular Meeting
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1618450732
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 845 0732
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules

AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations $600,000
2.Oyekanmi, Finance – Amend Contract No. 32000060 with Toshiba for Multi-function Devices through 2025
3.Sprague, Fire – Piggyback on Contract No. 10089896-22-W for $272,029 through 12/18/2023 - 9/30/2028 with Intterra for Operations, Pre-Planning, Reporting and Analytics with option to extend for 5 additional years at additional cost not to exceed $300,000
4.Fong, IT – Amend Contract 32000281 add $825,811 total $1,718,633 with ConvergeOne for Avaya Telephone System Administration Maintenance and Support 7/1/2020 – 6/30/2025
5.Fong, IT – Amend Contract No, 32000008 (1102) add $115,300 total $322,946 with Granicus, Inc for live video streaming services, for on-demand archival video, podcasting, and web page subscription services 7/1/2017 – 6/30/2025
6.Ferris, Parks – Grant Contract accept $750,000 from Housing and Urban Development (HUD) for the MLK Youth Services Center Seismic Upgrade Project
7.Ferris, Parks – Accept cash donation of $5,000 from Friends of the Berkeley Rose Garden to purchase roses and maintenance yard fence screening for Berkeley Rose Garden
8.Arreguin – 13th Annual Martin Luther King Jr Celebration
9.Harrison – Budget Referral $273,342 to the November 2023 AAO #1 to Pre-fund the Resiliant (Green) Buildings Program Manager on Permanent Basis
10.Harrison – Resolution: Opposition to Police Brutality and Use of Force on Nonviolent Protesters
AGENDA on ACTION:
11.Arredondo, CM Office - Reimagining Public Safety Status Report
12.Taplin – Renaming Berkeley Municipal Pier as Nancy Skinner Municipal Pier

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AGENDA for November 21, 2023 CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 9 am
The November 14, 2023 City Council meeting ended abruptly with a motion to reschedule the meeting to November 21, 2023
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1618247322
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 824 7322
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas

AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.Amend Contract No. 090741-1 add $370,000 total $750,000 thru 12/31/2025 with Foster and Foster Actuaries and Consultants (formerly Bartel Associates, LLC) for Actuarial Consulting Services
2.Hollander, Economic Development – Expansion of the Elmwood BID (Business Improvement District) for calendar year 2025
3.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal bid solicitations $2,453,813 includes $200,000 for Children’s Story Time Renovation, $816,813 for Parker-Addison Mobility and safety Improvements Project, $400,000 for Berkeley Emergency Communication Center Dispatch Modernization, $325,000 for Food for Summer Lunch Program, $80,000 for Hardscape Repair and Preplacement (Marina), $632,000 for Land Use Planning Consultant
4.Warhuus, HHCS – Amend Contract No. 31900284 add $290,000 total $6,549,173 with Dorothy Day House to fund inclement Weather Shelter Program
5.Garland, Public Works - Contract $125,000 with Mercury Associates, Inc for Fleet Replacement/Maintenance Study and Consulting Services 12/1/2023 – 12/30/2026
6.Garland, Public Works – Purchase Order $335,000 Western Truck Parts and Equipment for One Roll Off Truck
7.Garland, Public Works – Amend multi-year Purchase Order add $400,000 total $11,894,000 with Diesel Direct West, Inc for Fuel for City Vehicles and Equipment for City vehicles and emergency equipment (including generators) increasing the combined amount thru 2/28/2024
Council Consent Items:
8.Taplin, co-sponsors Hahn, Harrison – Budget referral $7,000 Berkeley Junior Jackets Facilities Expenses
9.Wengraf, co-sponsor Arreguin – Resolution authorizing City of Berkeley to enter into MOU with Alameda and Contra Costa Counties to form a Wildfire Prevention Coordinating Group (WPCG) to improve regionwide collaboration to reduce wildfire risk
AGENDA on ACTION:
10.Hollander, Economic Development – Renewal Elmwood BID for calendar year 2024
11.Hollander, Economic Development – Renewal Solano BID for calendar year 2024
12.Fair Campaign Practices Commission – Amend BMC Chapter 2.12 Berkeley Election Reform Act (BERA) to ensure cost of living adjustments and committee reporting thresholds
13.Klein, Planning and Development – Amendments to BMC Title 23, the Zoning Map, General Plan Land Use Diagram, and the General Plan relating to the Southside Zoning Implementation Program of the 2023-2031 Housing element Update to increase residential development in the Southside Plan area
INFORMATION REPORTS:
14.Warhuus, HHCS - Measure O Bond Impacts on Affordable Housing Development in Berkeley
15.Klein - LPO NOD: 60 Panoramic Way #LMIN2023-001
16.Klein - LPO NOD: 803 Delaware, LMSAP2023-0002
17.Klein - LPO NOD: 1960 San Antonio/645 Arlington LMSAP2022-0005
18.Klein - LPO NOD: 2113-2115 Kittredge LMSAP2022-0011
19.Planning Commission Fiscal Year 2023-24 Work Plan

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AGENDA for November 28, 2023 CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1619253897
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 925 3897
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas

AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.2023 Conflict of Interest Code Update
2.2023 Annual Commission Attendance and Meeting Report
3.Environment and Climate Commission – Appointment of New Youth Members
4.Radu, City Manager – Amend Contract R9704 with City of Albany, Albany will pay Berkeley $291,019 total $945,512 for Animal Services FY 2024 – FY2026
5.Radu – Contract $60,750 with Echo Cartagena DVM to provide on-site veterinary services January 2024 – June 2024
6.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations $6,880,000, $880,000 for Sacramento Street Pedestrian Safety Project Oregon to Fairview, $6,000,000 Berkeley Marin a Dredging Project using State Coastal Conservancy Grant Fund
7.Warhuus, HHCS – Revenue Grant Agreement $673,179 to provide public health nursing services 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2026
8.Warhuus, HHCS – Lease of 830 University to Berkeley Free Clinic
9.Louis, Police – Amend Contract 32300062 add $50,000 total $200,000 with Moreland Investigations for background checks, 11/3/2022 – 11/2/2027
10.Louis, Police - Amend Contract 32200152 add $150,000 total $200,000 with Cindy K. Hull & Associates Forensic Consulting Services, LLC
Council Consent Items:
11.Arreguin – Appoint Tracy Matthews to the Berkeley Housing Authority for 2-year term
12.Arreguin, co-sponsor Harrison – Civic Arts Referral for Memorial Wall to Councilmember Dona Spring and budget referral $162,000
13.Arreguin – Accept grant funding $75,000 from San Francisco Foundation and amend Contract 32200161 with Creative Development Partners to extend consulting work associated with Equitable Black Berkeley Initiative total contract $200,000
14.Taplin – Designating Open Space Adjacent to the Ninth Street Greenway between Heinz and Berkeley-Emeryville border as a Linear City Park pursuant to BMC 6.42
15.Bartlett – Expenditure of Funds - Healthy Black Families 10th Anniversary
16.Harrison – Refer to City Manager to Enhance the City’s Deconstruction and Construction Materials Management Enforcement and Regulations and Refer to AAO#1 Budget Process $250,000 for Social Cost of Carbon Nexus Fee Study for Berkeley Origin Construction and Demolition Debris
AGENDA: on ACTION:
17.LaTanya Bellow, Public Works – Street Rehabilitation Five Year Plan for 2024 – 2028
INFORMATION REPORTS:
18.Warhuus, HHCS – Healthy Checkout Ordinance Update

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LAND USE CALENDAR PUBLIC HEARINGS:

2924 Russell 2/27/2024
1960 San Antonio 645 Arlington Avenue 2/13/2024
3000 Shattuck Avenue (Construct 10-story mixed-use building) – TBD

WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:

December 5, 2023 – Re-Imagining Public Safety Update and Ceasefire– (to be the only action item of the evening, Wengraf and Arreguin will be absent on December 5)
January 23, 2024 Draft Waterfront Specific Plan (tentative – rescheduled from November 2, 2023)
February 6, 2024 – Office of Economic Development (OED) Dashboards Presentation

UNSCHEDULED WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS

Fire Department Standards of Coverage & Community Risk Assessment
Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation
Presentation on Homelessness/Re-Housing/Thousand-Person Plan

PAST MEETINGS with reports worth reading:

May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report, Wildfire Prevention Plan https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-special-meeting-eagenda-may-16-2023-6-pm
June 20 (WS) - Climate Action Plan & Resilience Update, Berkeley Economic Dashboards Update reports available https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas/city-council-2023-06-20

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November 12 - November 19, 2023
Worth Noting:
There are only four (November 14, 28, December 5, 12) more scheduled City Council meetings before Winter Recess - December 13, 2023 – January 15, 2024
Recommended Go To meetings are bolded:

Monday:
- At 10 am United Against Hate Week launches at Civic Center Park.
- At 10 am the Health, Life, Enrichment, Equity & Community meets in hybrid format on animal welfare at the racetrack.
- At 12 pm CCCC meets online. At 2:30 pm the Agenda Committee meets in the hybrid format.
- From 4:30 – 6:30 pm in-person film on Not in Our Town.
- At 4:30 pm City Council meets in closed session.
- At 6:30 pm the Youth Commission meets in person.
Tuesday:
- At 4 pm City Council meets in the hybrid format on San Pablo safety enhancement plan.
- At 6 pm the City Council meets in the hybrid format with the Southside Plan as 13 under Action.
Wednesday:
- At 1 pm there is a webinar online on preparing RFPs.
- At 1:30 pm the Commission on Aging meets in person on bicycles on sidewalks.
- At 2 pm the FITES Committee meets in the hybrid format on bicycles on sidewalks.
- At 7 pm the Commission on the Status of Women meets in person.
- From 7 – 8:30 pm Councilmember Hahn sponsors an in person meeting on public safety.
- No agenda is posted for the 7 pm Commission on Labor meeting.
Thursday:
- At 10 am the Budget Committee meets in the hybrid format on financial forecast and mid-year budget adjustment (AAO#1).
- At 7 pm the Transportation and Infrastructure Commission meets in person.
- The Design Review Committee is cancelled.
Friday: From 9 am – 12 pm CEMTF meets online on Climate and Accessibility
Saturday:
- From 9 – 11 am is the Shoreline Cleanup.
- From 11 am – 2pm is the Pandemonium Color Run for grades K-5

Presentation: AC Transit Realign Process

2924 Russell 2/27/2024
3000 Shattuck Avenue (Construct 10-story mixed-use building) – TBD

WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:

December 5, 2023 – Re-Imagining Public Safety Update and Ceasefire– (to be the only action item of the evening, Wengraf and Arreguin will be absent on December 5)
Draft Waterfront Specific Plan (proposed for January 23, 2024 – rescheduled from November 2, 2023)
February 6, 2024 – Office of Economic Development (OED) Dashboards Presentation

UNSCHEDULED WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS

Fire Department Standards of Coverage & Community Risk Assessment (December 5 at regular council meeting)
Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation
Presentation on Homelessness/Re-Housing/Thousand-Person Plan

PAST MEETINGS with reports worth reading:

May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report, Wildfire Prevention Plan https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-special-meeting-eagenda-may-16-2023-6-pm
June 20 (WS) - Climate Action Plan & Resilience Update, Berkeley Economic Dashboards Update reports available https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas/city-council-2023-06-20

November 5 - November 12, 2023
Worth Noting:
Busy week ahead. The meetings and announcements of special interest are bolded.

Sunday: Daylight Savings Time ends (fall back)
Monday:
- At 10 am the Land Use & Economic Development Committee meets in the hybrid format on retail/commercial in residential zones.
- At 3 pm Council meets in closed session.
- At 6 pm the Peace and Justice Commission meeting precedes the 7 pm Round Table Forum on the release of nuclear waste from Fukushima.
- At 7 pm the HSPE subcommittee on homeless encampment guidelines meets in person.
- At 7 pm the Personnel Board meets in person.
Tuesday: At 6 pm City Council meets in the hybrid format with concentrated animal feeding, ALPRs and surveillance and building electrification on the action agenda.
Wednesday:
- At 5 pm the Commission on Disability meets in person.
- At 6 pm the PAB meets in the hybrid format.
- At 6 pm the update on the Ashby BART Transit Power Substation meets on ZOOM.
- At 7 pm the Parks, Recreation and Waterfront Commission meets in person.
Thursday: From 6 – 7:30 pm is the presentation and discussion of Parker-Addison Improvements (bicycle lanes on Dwight) meets on ZOOM
Friday: Veterans Day Holiday
Saturday: At 10 am the Berkeley Neighborhoods Council meets on ZOOM.

The November 14, 2023 City Council regular meeting agenda is available for comment.
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
On November 14 at 4 pm there is a special City Council meeting on the Alameda Country Transportation Commission San Pablo Avenue Multimodal Corridor Program Safety Enhancement and Parallel Bike Improvements Projects. Council will vote on the project. The 50-page packet includes diagrams photos and project descriptions. https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-special-meeting-eagenda-november-14-2023

Activist’s Diary for October 29, 2023 https://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com/issue/2023-10-29/article/50458?headline=A-BERKELEY-ACTIVIST-S-DIARY-week-ending-October-29--Kelly-Hammargren
Two more editions of the Activist’s Diary are in the works with a summary on the three forums with State Senate candidates Kathryn Lybarger, Jovanka Beckles and Dan Kalb coming next.
The link to the recording of the Kristina Hill webinar on Contaminated Sites and Sea Level Rise is posted https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/
Directions with links to ZOOM support for activating Closed Captioning and Save Transcript are at the bottom of this calendar along with how to change a YouTube video to a readable transcript.

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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS

Sunday, November 5, 2023 – Daylight Savings ends – no City meetings or events found

Monday, November 6, 2023

LAND USE, HOUSING & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT at 10 am
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1610594726
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161059 4726
AGENDA: 2. Authors Robinson, Bartlett, Taplin – Neighborhood-Scale Commercial to permit neighborhood-scale retail in residential zones.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-land-use-housing-economic-development

CITY COUNCIL Closed Session at 3 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1610918624
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 091 8624
AGENDA: 1. Conference with legal counsel – anticipated litigation Workers Compensation Claim Number BER2200083, 2. Conference with Labor Negotiators – Employee Organizations: Fire Fighters Association Local 1227 I.A.F.F., Fire Chiefs Association, Berkeley Police Association, SEIU 1021 Community Services and Part-time Recreation Activity Leaders, SEIU 1021 Maintenance and Clerical Public Employee Union Local 1, Unrepresented Employees, 3. Evaluation City Attorney.
https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-closed-meeting-eagenda-november-6-2023

PEACE and JUSTICE COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. Commission updates, 7. Secretary’s Report, 8. Discussion on Commission Merger, 9. Adding a December meeting, 10. Meeting calendar, 11. From 7 – 9 pm is the Round Table Forum Regarding Fukushima Waste.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/peace-and-justice-commission

PERSONNEL BOARD at 7 pm
In-Person: at Live Oak Community Center, Creekside Room
AGENDA: V. Request to Establish Classification and Salary Range – Community Preparedness Educator, VI. Recommendation to Admend Job Class Specification – Audit Manager, VII. Recommendation to Amend Parking Meter Supervisor and Traffic Maintenance Supervisor, VIII. Recommendations to Amend Job Class Specifications – Assistant Human Resources Analyst and Associate Human Resources Analyst.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/personnel-board

HOMELESS SERVICES PANEL of EXPERTS (HSPE) Subcommittee on HOMELESS ENCAMPMENT GUIDELINES at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1939 Addison, East Bay Media Center
AGENDA: Guidelines and Policies presented by Radu at the October 4, Homeless Services Panel of Experts Meeting. NOTE: the November 6 subcommittee meeting is not posted on the Berkeley City website. The Guidelines presented to HSPE can be found in the HSPE Agenda PDF for 10/4/2023 (pages 7 -15) and in Supplemental 1.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/homeless-services-panel-experts

Tuesday, November 7, 2023

CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1609523217
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 952 3217
AGENDA: Use the link and choose the html option or see the agenda listed at the end of the calendar.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas

Wednesday, November 8, 2023

COMMISSION on DISABILITY at 5 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Aspen Room
AGENDA: Presentation: 7. Anthony Tusler on the Sonoma County ADU visitability resolution, Staff Updates: 8. 2023 Log of Access Complaints, 9. Email & voicemail sent to commission, 10. ADA Coordinator Certification & Training Program, 11. CA law on “daylighting,” 12/ ADA Transition Plan submitted to Caltrans, 13. ADA Program Coordinator vacation dates, Discussion/Action Items 14. 16. CM Hahn access changes to public speaker setup at Council meetings, 17. CM Robinson permitting bicycles on sidewalks.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-disability

PARKS, RECREATION and WATERFRONT COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 2800 Park, Frances Albrier Community Center
AGENDA: 8. Director’s Report – Ferris, 9. Communication to Council to Update Resolution No. 66,544-N.S. a policy for the Use of Berths at the Berkeley Marina by Non-Profit Organizations Providing Community service, 10. Proposed New Historic Plaque at Presentation Park, 11. Update on waterfront Specific Plan, 12. PRW Commission Addendum to the Commission Recommendations Report on the WSP, 13. Report on Possible Parks Tax Increase, 14. Update on 600 Addison Project.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/parks-recreation-and-waterfront-commission

POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD (PAB) at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82653396072
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 826 5339 6072
AGENDA: 3. Public comment on agenda and non-agenda items, 5. ODPA Staff Report, Chair and Board Members’ Report, 7. Chief of Police Report, 8. Subcommittee Reports, 9. New Business a. Budget process, b. Policy Complaint No. 2023-PR-0008, c. PAB member policy review procedures, d. BPD Commendations, 10. Public Comment, 11. Closed Sessions.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board

ASHBY TRANSIT ORIENTED DEVELOPMENT (HOUSING at ASHBY BART) from 6 – 8 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84565215901?pwd=cUpVUlJWQTFZTVRsVnVjQVVSeENXQT09
Teleconference: Meeting ID:
AGENDA: Traction Power Substation (TPSS) Update

Thursday, November 9, 2023 – Reduced Service Day

PARKER – ADDISON from 6 – 7:30 pm
Videoconference: - link to be posted 24 hours before the meeting
AGENDA: See proposed conceptual designs for improvements (bicycle lanes) along Dwight Way between Bonar and Mabel Streets.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/parker-addison-improvements-public-meeting

Zoning Adjustment Board is not meeting the next meeting is 11/30/2023

Friday, November 10, 2023 – Veterans’ Day Holiday

Saturday, November 11, 2023

BERKELEY NEIGHBORHOODS COUNCIL at 10 am
Videoconference:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/4223188307?pwd=dFlNMVlVZ2d6b0FnSHh3ZlFwV2NMdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171
Meeting ID: 422 318 8307 Passcode: 521161
AGENDA: check later
https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/

Sunday, November 12, 2023 – no City meetings or events found

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AGENDA for November 7, 2023 CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1609523217
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 952 3217
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas

AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.Minutes for Approval
2.Numainville, City Clerk - Kesarwani Appointment to the Police Accountability Board
3.Sprague, Fire Dept – Grant-Funded Contract $840,000 with O2X Human Performance to provide full-time behavioral and nutritional health services for the Berkeley Fire Department11/1/2023 – 10/31/2025 with option to extend 2 additional years
4.Sprague, Fire Dept – Purchase Order $504,110 for 3000 gallon Water Tender from Golden State Fire Apparatus, Inc
5.Warhuus, HHCS – Appoint Dr. Anju Goel, M.D. as Interim Health Officer
6.Warhuus, HHCS – Reallocate $232,362 in unspent child care subsidy funds awarded through the FY 2020 community agency contract process
7.Warhuus, HHCS – Northern California Land Trust – 2321 Tenth Street Trust Fund Reservation additional $1,703,585
8.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Resolution of Intention to Amend the Miscellaneous CalPERS Contract Pursuant to California Government Code Section 20516 to Reduce the Additional Cost Share Contribution Made by Unrepresented Employees on behalf of the City
9.Mayer, Library – Appointment Tanir Ami to the Board of Library Trustees
10.Louis, Police – Audit Recommendation status – Data Analysis of Police Response
Council Consent Items
11.Arreguin co-sponsors Hahn, Wengraf – United Against Hate Week November 12 – 18, total cost $3000
12.Arreguin co-sponsors Hahn, Wengraf – Berkeley Holiday Fund, mayor’s discretionary fund $500
13.Arreguin co-sponsors Hahn, Wengraf, Robinson – Budget Referral $1,000,000 for Housing Retention Program
14.Taplin, co-sponsors Kesarwani, Hahn – November as Transgender Awareness Month, November 20 as Transgender Awareness Day
15.Harrison, co-sponsor Taplin – Budget Referral AAO #1 $6,000 for Two Pilot Special Mentoring and Violence Prevention Events for Berkeley Youth organized by Berkeley Jr. Jackets and Young Lives Matter Foundation
16.Harrison – Budget referral $800,000 to the November 2023 AAO #1 for Matching funds to Repair Eight Deficient Tide Tubes to Avoid Catastrophic Structural Failure and escalating Construction Costs. (per Ferris now a $3,600,000 - $4,000,000 project, much of stormwater in West Berkeley drains through Aquatic Park Lagoon. If the tide tubes which are clay and concrete and already have cracks fail there will be flooding in west Berkeley)
17.Hahn, co-sponsors Arreguin, Bartlett, Taplin – resolution supporting local, state and federal efforts to exonerate the Port Chicago 50; 50 Black sailors who were wrongfully convicted of mutiny during WWII in the wake of a massive devasting explosion at the Port Chicago naval base near Concord, CA.
AGENDA on ACTION:
18.Numainville, City Clerk – Initiative Petition – Initiative Ordinance Prohibiting Concentrated Animal Feeding Operations in the City of Berkeley (animal agriculture includes cattle, swine, horses),
19.Louis, Police – Pursuant to BMC Chapter 2.99 Technology Report for Automatic License Plate Readers, GPS Trackers, Body Warn Cameras, Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV’s), the Street Level Imagery Project, and External Fixed Surveillance
20.Energy Commission – Recommendation on Climate, Building Electrification, and Sustainable Transportation Budget Priorities for FY 2023 – 2024
21.a. Peace and Justice Commission – Referral of Two Health Educator Positions, b. Radu, City Manager – Refer back to Peace and Justice Commission
INFORMATION REPORTS:
22.Louis, Police – Audit Recommendation Status – Berkeley Police: Improvements Needed to Manage Overtime and Security Work for Outside Entities.

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AGENDA for November 14, 2023 CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1617610462
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 761 0462
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas

CEREMONIAL MATTERS:

Presentation: AC Transit Realign Process

3000 Shattuck Avenue (Construct 10-story mixed-use building) – TBD

WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:

November 2, 2023 - Draft Waterfront Specific Plan (postponed)
December 5, 2023 – Re-Imagining Public Safety Update and Ceasefire– (to be the only action item of the evening, Wengraf and Arreguin will be absent on December 5)

UNSCHEDULED WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS

Fire Department Standards of Coverage & Community Risk Assessment (December 5 at regular council meeting)
Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation
Presentation on Homelessness/Re-Housing/Thousand-Person Plan
Draft Waterfront Specific Plan (proposed for January 23, 2024)

PAST MEETINGS with reports worth reading:

May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report, Wildfire Prevention Plan https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-special-meeting-eagenda-may-16-2023-6-pm
June 20 (WS) - Climate Action Plan & Resilience Update, Berkeley Economic Dashboards Update reports available https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas/city-council-2023-06-20

October 29 - November 5, 2023
Worth Noting:
The last day for members to join the Sierra Club to be able to vote in the Sierra Club election is October 31st. https://www.sierraclub.org/ways-to-give#renew-maintab
Responsibilities of the persons elected include: local conservation policies, administering programs and activities and endorsing political candidates and ballot initiatives. Please join or if you are already a member check to make sure your membership is current. The election bulletin of candidates and ballot will be sent in the Winter edition of the Sierra Club Yodeler.

Monday:
- At 2:30 pm the Agenda and Rules Committee meets in the hybrid format.
- Cancelled and rescheduled for November 6 at 7 pm the Homeless Panel of Experts Subcommittee on guidelines and policies for homeless encampment meets in person.
Tuesday: celebrate Halloween
Wednesday:
- At 2 pm the Facilities, Infrastructure, Transportation, Environment and Sustainability Committee meets in the hybrid format.
- At 5:30 pm the Planning Commission meets in person on “Middle Housing.”
- At 6:30 pm Board of Library trustees meets in person.
Thursday:
- At 7 pm the Housing advisory Commission meets in person.
- At 7 pm the Landmarks Preservation Board meets in person.
- At 7 pm the Landmarks Preservation Commission meets in person.
- The City Council meeting on the Waterfront Specific Plan was cancelled and is tentatively rescheduled for January 23, 2024.

Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
Activist’s Diary for October 15, 2023 https://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com/issue/2023-10-23/article/50450?headline=A-BERKELEY-ACTIVIST-S-DIARY.-week-ending-Oct.15--Kelly-Hammargren
Two more editions of the Activist’s Diary are in the works.
The link to the recording of the Kristina Hill webinar on Contaminated Sites and Sea Level Rise is posted https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/
Directions with links to ZOOM support for activating Closed Captioning and Save Transcript are at the bottom of this calendar along with how to change a YouTube video to a readable transcript.

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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS

Sunday, October 29, 2023 – No City meetings or events found

Monday, October 30, 2023

AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1602118494
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 211 8494
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve -11/14/2023 draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda below at the end of the list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Workssessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review: 8. Discussion and Possible Action on City Council Rules of Decorum and Remote Public Comments 9. City Council Legislative Systems Redesign, Unscheduled Items: 10. Modifications or Improvements to City Council Meeting Procedures, 11. Strengthening and Supporting City Commission: Guidance on Development of Legislative Proposals, 12. Discussion and recommendations on the Continued Use of the Berkeley Considers Online Engagement Portal.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules

HOMELESS SERVICES PANEL of EXPERTS Subcommittee on HOMELESS ENCAMPMENT GUIDELINES at 7 pm – cancelled rescheduled for November 6.
NOTE: the subcommittee meetings are not posted on the Berkeley City website
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/homeless-services-panel-experts

Tuesday, October 31, 2023
Halloween, no city meetings, but events can be found on the city website at https://berkeleyca.gov/

Wednesday, November 1, 2023

FACILITIES, INFRASTRUCTURE, TRANSPORTATION, ENVIRONMENT & SUSTAINABILITY at 2 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1606230651
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 623 0651
AGENDA: 2. Klein, Planning and Development – Building Emissions Saving Ordinance (BESO) – Time of Sale Energy Upgrades, 3. Adopt an Ordinance adding BMC Chapter 12.39 to regulate Deconstruction and Construction Materials Management.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-facilities-infrastructure-transportation-environment-sustainability

PLANNING COMMISSION at 5:30 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 10. Public Hearing on Tentative Tract Map 8651 to convert sole ownership of 36 dwellings/82 beds to individual ownership, 11. Discussion on Middle Housing to encourage middle housing in low-density residential districts (R-1, R-2, R-2A and MU-R) proposal includes by-right demolition of existing single family housing to build duplexes, triplexes, 4-plexes and small projects.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/planning-commission

BOARD of LIBRARY TRUSTEES (BOLT) at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 1125 University, West Branch Library
AGENDA: II. A. Presentations Oral Staff Report from Chenice Jackson, Social services Specialist, IV. A. Budget Process Update for FY 2025 & FY 2026 Biennial Budget, B. Amending BOLT bylaws.
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees

Thursday, November 2, 2023

HOUSING ADVISORY COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. Presentation on Block Grant funded subrecipient Center for Independent Living residential Access, discussion and possible action on 7. Funding for MLK House, 8. Fair access and Transparency for Rental Housing applications Ordinance, 9. Meeting Calendar, 10. 2024 RFP for Funding Community agencies.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/housing-advisory-commission

LANDMARKS PRESERVATION COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. 2119 Marin, Laflin House – Structural Alteration Permit
7. 910 Indian Rock - Landmark or Structure of Merit Designation
8. 1840 Woolsey – Staff-level Design Review Referral – provide comments on exterior alterations.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/landmarks-preservation-commission

PERSONNEL BOARD at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1301 Shattuck, Live Oak Community center, Creekside Room
AGENDA: V. Request for extension of Temporary Appointment in the HHCS Department of Community services specialist III Joshua Oehler and assistant Management Analyst Marilou Orense, VI. Recommendation to Revise Job Class Specification – Deputy Police Chief.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/personnel-board

Friday, November 3, 2023 – No City meetings or events found
Saturday, November 4, 2023 – No City meetings or events found
Sunday, November 5, 2023 – No City meetings or events found

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AGENDA and RULES COMMITTEE at 2:30 pm
DRAFT CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for Regular 6 pm Meeting on November 14, 2023
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1602118494
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 211 8494
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules

CEREMONIAL MATTERS:

Presentation: AC Transit Realign Process

AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.Amend Contract No. 090741-1 add $370,000 total $750,000 thru 12/31/2025 with Foster and Foster Actuaries and Consultants (formerly Bartel Associates, LLC) for Actuarial Consulting Services
2.Hollander, Economic Development – Expansion of the Elmwood BID (Business Improvement District) for calendar year 2025
3.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal bid solicitations $2,453,813
4.Warhuus, HHCS – Amend Contract No. 31900284 add $290,000 total $6,549,173 with Dorothy Day House to fund inclement Weather Shelter Program
5.Garland, Public Works – Alameda County Transportation Commission San Pablo Multimodal Corridor Program: Safety Enhancement and Parallel Bike Improvements Projects
6.Garland, Public Works - Contract $125,000 with Mercury Associates, Inc for Fleet Replacement/Maintenance Study and Consulting Services 12/1/2023 – 12/30/2026
7.Garland, Public Works – Purchase Order $335,000 wutg Western Truck Parts and Equipment for One Roll Off Truck
8.Garland, Public Works – Amend multi-year Purchase Order add $400,000 total $11,894,000 with Diesel Direct West, Inc for Fuel for City Vehicles and Equipment for City vehicles and emergency equipment (including generators) increasing the combined amount thru 2/28/2024
Council Consent Items
9.Taplin, co-sponsors Hahn, Harrison – Budget referral $7,000Berkeley Junior Jackets Facilities Expenses
AGENDA on ACTION
10.Hollander, Economic Development – Renewal Elmwood BID for calendar year 2024
11.Hollander, Economic Development – Renewal Solano BID for calendar year 2024
12.Klein, Planning and Development – Amendments to BMC Title 23, the Zoning Map, General Plan Land Use Diagram, and the General Plan relating to the Southside Zoning Implmentation Program of the 2023-2031 Housing element Update to increase residential development in the Southside Plan area
13.Fair Campaign Practices Commission – Amend BMC Chapter 2.12 Berkeley Election Reform Act (BERA) to ensure cost of living adjustments and committee reporting thresholds
14.Authors Taplin, Harrison, Bartlett – Budget Referral and Updated Guidelines and Procedures for City Council Office Staff Expenditures, Refer to Budget and Finance Committee to consider updates for AAO#2 of up to $219,080 with regards to staff salaries for up to 2 FTE, meet obligations under SEIU 1021 CSU/PTRLA MOU and prevent layoffs
15.Wengraf, co-sponsor Arreguin – Resolution authorizing City of Berkeley to enter into MOU with Alameda and Contra Costa Counties to form a Wildfire Prevention Coordinating Group (WPCG) to improve regionwide collaboration to reduce wildfire risk
16.Warhuus, HHCS - Measure O Bond Impacts on Affordable Housing Development in Berkeley
17.Klein - LPO NOD: 60 Panoramic Way #LMIN2023-001
18.Klein - LPO NOD: 803 Delaware, LMSAP2023-0002
19.Klein - LPO NOD: 1960 San Antonio/645 Arlington LMSAP2022-0005
20.Klein - LPO NOD: 2113-2115 Kittredge LMSAP2022-0011
21.Planning Commission Fiscal Year 2023-24 Work Plan

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AGENDA for November 7, 2023 CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1609523217
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 952 3217
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas

AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.Minutes for Approval
2.Numainville, City Clerk - Kesarwani Appointment to the Police Accountability Board
3.Sprague, Fire Dept – Contract $840,000 with O2X Human Performance to provide full-time behavioral and nutritional health services for the Berkeley Fire Department11/1/2023 – 10/31/2025 with option to extend 2 additional years
4.Sprague, Fire Dept – Purchase Order $504,110 for 3000 gallon Water Tender from Golden State Fire Apparatus, Inc
5.Warhuus, HHCS – Appoint Dr. Anju Goel, M.D. as Interim Health Officer
6.Warhuus, HHCS – Reallocate $232,362 in unspent child care subsidy funds awarded through the FY 2020 community agency contract process
7.Warhuus, HHCS – Northern California Land Trust – 2321 Tenth Street Trust Fund Reservation additional $1,703,585
8.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Resolution of Intention to Amend the Miscellaneous CalPERS Contract Pursuant to California Government Code Section 20516 to Reduce the Additional Cost Share Contribution Made by Unrepresented Employees on behalf of the City
9.Mayer, Library – Appointment Tanir Ami to the Board of Library Trustees
10.Louis, Police – Audit Recommendation status – Data Analysis of Police Response
11.Council Consent Items
12.Arreguin co-sponsors Hahn, Wengraf – United Against Hate Week November 12 – 18, total cost $3000
13.Arreguin co-sponsors Hahn, Wengraf – Berkeley Holiday Fund, mayor’s discretionary fund $500
14.Arreguin co-sponsors Hahn, Wengraf, Robinson – Budget Referral $1,000,000 for Housing Retention Program
15.Taplin, co-sponsors Kesarwani, Hahn – November as Transgender Awareness Month, November 20 as Transgender Awareness Day
16.Harrison – Budget Referral AAO #1 $6,000 for Two Pilot Special Mentoring and Violence Prevention Events for Berkeley Youth organized by Berkeley Jr. Jackets and Young Lives Matter Foundation
17.Harrison – Budget referral $800,000 to the November 2023 AAO #1 for Matching funds to Repair Eight Deficient Tide Tubes to Avoid Catastrophic Structural Failure and escalating Construction Costs. (per Ferris now a $3,600,000 - $4,000,000 project, much of stormwater in West Berkeley drains through Aquatic Park Lagoon. If the tide tubes which are clay and concrete and already have cracks fail there will be flooding in west Berkeley)
18.Hahn, co-sponsors Arreguin, Bartlett, Taplin – resolution supporting local, state and federal efforts to exonerate the Port Chicago 50; 50 Black sailors who were wrongfully convicted of mutiny during WWII in the wake of a massive devasting explosion at the Port Chicago naval base near Concord, CA.
AGENDA on ACTION:
19.Numainville, City Clerk – Initiative Petition – Initiative Ordinance Prohibiting Concentrated Animal Feeding Operations in the City of Berkeley
20.Louis, Police – Pursuant to BMC Chapter 2.99 Technology Report for Automatic License Plate Readers, GPS Trackers, Body Warn Cameras, Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV’s), the Street Level Imagery Project, and External Fixed Surveillance
21.Energy Commission – Recommendation on Climate, Building Electrification, and Sustainable Transportation Budget Priorities for FY 2023 – 2024
22.a. Peace and Justice Commission – Referral of Two Health Educator Positions, b. Radu, City Manager – Refer back to Peace and Justice Commission
INFORMATION REPORTS:
23.Louis, Police – Audit Recommendation Status – Berkeley Police: Improvements Needed to Manage Overtime and Security Work for Outside Entities.

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NOD – NOTICES of DECISION with deadline to appeal the NOD
·      2411 Sixth Street, ZAB 10/30/2023
·      2712 Telegraph, ZAB 10/31/2023
·      2924 Russell Street 10/31/2023
LAND USE CALENDAR PUBLIC HEARINGS:

3000 Shattuck Avenue (Construct 10-story mixed-use building) – TBD

WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:

November 2, 2023 - Draft Waterfront Specific Plan (postponed)
December 5, 2023 – Re-Imagining Public Safety Update and Ceasefire– (to be the only action item of the evening, Wengraf and Arreguin will be absent on December 5)

UNSCHEDULED WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS

Fire Department Standards of Coverage & Community Risk Assessment (December 5 at regular council meeting)
Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation
Presentation on Homelessness/Re-Housing/Thousand-Person Plan
Draft Waterfront Specific Plan (proposed for January 23, 2024)

PAST MEETINGS with reports worth reading:

May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report, Wildfire Prevention Plan https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-special-meeting-eagenda-may-16-2023-6-pm
June 20 (WS) - Climate Action Plan & Resilience Update, Berkeley Economic Dashboards Update reports available https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas/city-council-2023-06-20

October 22 - October 29, 2023
Worth Noting:
Another packed week. If you have never heard Kristina Hill present on sea level rise, groundwater rise and the impact of groundwater rise on contaminated sites, Monday night at 7 pm is the go to meeting for you. Berkeley has contaminated sites.

Monday:
- At 2:30 pm the Agenda and Rules Committee meets in the hybrid format.
- At 4:30 pm City Council meets in closed session.
- At 7 pm Kristina Hill presents by videoconference on Contaminated Sites and Sea Level Rise – Preparing For Change.
- At 7 pm the Rent Board meets in the hybrid format.
Tuesday:
- At 9 am the Loan Administration meets in person.
- At 10 am the Solano BID meets in person.
- At 3 pm the 4 x 4 Committee meets in the hybrid format.
- At 6 pm the Zero Waste Commission meets in person.
Wednesday:
- From 1:30 – 3:30 pm is the Free Flu Shot Clinic.
- At 6 pm the Civic Arts Commission meets in person.
- At 6 pm the PAB is scheduled to meet, but no agenda is posted.
- At 7 pm the Disaster and Fire Safety Commission meets in person.
- At 7 pm there is an in person community forum on the Marina
Thursday:
- At 10 am the Budget and Finance Committee meets in the hybrid format.
- At 7 pm the ZAB meets in the hybrid format.
- The Community Health Commission normally meets the 4th Thursday, but no meeting announcement is posted.
Saturday:
- Check the list with links or city website for information on city sponsored Halloween family events.
- At 2 pm East Bay Communities for Action is sponsoring a meet and ask questions of Dan Kalb, Candidate for CA State Senate District 7 (Nancy Skinner is termed out). This is NOT an endorsement or fundraiser event.

EBCE - Win a free induction cooktop. Enter EBCE’s Clean Cooking. Winners chosen monthly at https://ebce.org/clean-cooking-contest/
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
Activist’s Diary for latest addition check Berkeley Daily Planet after Monday https://berkeleydailyplanet.com/
Directions with links to ZOOM support for activating Closed Captioning and Save Transcript are at the bottom of this calendar.

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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS

Sunday, October 22, 2023 – No city meetings or events found

Monday, October 23, 2023

BNC Presents: CONTAMINATED SITES and SEA LEVEL RISE – PREPARING for CHANGE from 7 – 8:30 pm
Featuring: Kristina Hill
Videoconference: https://tinyurl.com/2vuun382
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171
Webinar ID: 827 7775 1399 Passcode: 160085
Kristina Hill, Associate Professor of Environmental Planning and Urban Design at UC Berkeley.
Talk sponsored by the Berkeley Neighborhoods Council
https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/uncategorized/bnc-presents-sea-level-rise-in-berkeley-and-albany/
Kristina hill with others published “Rising coastal groundwater as a result of sea level rise will influence contaminated coastal sites and underground infrastructure.” https://essopenarchive.org/users/621729/articles/645176-rising-coastal-groundwater-as-a-result-of-sea-level-rise-will-influence-contaminated-coastal-sites-and-underground-infrastructure

AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1604511264
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 451 1264
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 11/7/2023 draft agenda for City Council regular meeting – use link or read full draft agenda below at the end of the list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Workssessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review: 8. Discussion and Possible Action on City Council Rules of Decorum and Remote Public Comments 9. City Council Legislative Systems Redesign, Unscheduled Items: 10. Modifications or Improvements to City Council Meeting Procedures, 11. Strengthening and Supporting City Commission: Guidance on Development of Legislative Proposals, 12. Discussion and recommendations on the Continued Use of the Berkeley Considers Online Engagement Portal.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules

CITY COUNCIL Closed Session at 4:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1614932351
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 493 2351
AGENDA: 1. Existing Litigation a. Prado v. City of Berkeley No. 3:23-CV-)4537-EMC, b. Schmier v. City of Berkeley No. RG19036596, 2. Conference with Labor Negotiators employee organizations: Berkeley Fire Fighters Association Local 1227 I.A.F.F. / Berkeley Chief Fire Officers Association; Berkeley Police Association; SEIU 1021 Community Services and Part-time Recreation Activity Leaders, SEIU 1021 Maintenance and Clerical, Public Employee Union Local 1, Unrepresented Employees.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas

RENT STABILIZATION BOARD Special Meeting at 7 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82871490734?pwd=4jtOMJ4pp8UVahOsRkEp9MS0vUGODA.MbFtwb9sN7nPkOEm
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171
Meeting ID: 828 7149 0734 Passcode: 208809
AGENDA: 7. Appeal (will not be heard before 7:30 pm Case No. T-6014 (2425 Fulton Unit 4), 8. Action Items: b. Annual General Adjustment 1.9%, c. Move-in and Ellis Act evictions increase by 2.9%
https://rentboard.berkeleyca.gov/elected-rent-board/rent-board-meetings

Tuesday, October 24, 2023

4 X 4 JOINT TASK FORCE COMMITTEE on HOUSING at 3 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, Cypress Roon, 1st Floor
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1603535796?pwd=a2tyeUsyYkMxWkNtT1hEYkxWZWovUT09
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252
Meeting ID: 160 353 5796 Passcode: 084063
AGENDA: 6. Discussion and possible recommendations to City Council regarding amendments to the Demolition Ordinance.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/4x4-joint-task-force-committee-housing

LOAN ADMINISTRATION BOARD at 9 am
In-Person: at 2040 Addison, California Jazz Conservatory
AGENDA: B) State of the Revolving Loan Fund.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/loan-administration-board

SOLANO AVENUE BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT ADVISORY BOARD at 10 am
In-Person: at 1801 Solano, Mechanics Bank
AGENDA: 4. Budget review of invoices and disbursements and Solano revitalization, 5. 2023-2024 Work Plans on equity on the avenue and parking and sidewalks.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/solano-avenue-business-improvement-district-advisory-board

ZERO WASTE COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1326 Allston Way, Corporation Yard, Ratcliff Building, Willow Room
AGENDA: 6. 6:30 pm – staff updates SB-1383, SUD (single use ordinance), Plastic Bag Ordinance, Staffing, Transfers Station Rebuild, Discussion/Action: 1. 6:50 pm Strategic Plan Progress Report, 7:10 pm Green Building Requirements, 3. 7:20 pm Updating language to AR 3.5 on Disposal of Surplus Property, 4. 7:30 pm Buoy Presentation,
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zero-waste-commission

Wednesday, October 25, 2023

FREE FLU VACCINE from 1:30 – 3:30 pm
No appointment, no ID, no health insurance required
1900 Sixth St West Berkeley Family Wellness Center
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/free-flu-vaccine-pop-0

CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Russell, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library
AGENDA: 6. Presentations, Discussion & Action Items: a) Project Overview Municipal Artist-in-Residence for City of Berkeley Climate Equity Pilot Program, b) Approval of final design of artwork elements for Ohlone Park, c) Update on integration of public art into the waterfront Specific Plan, e) Cube Space Exhibition, f) Upcoming grants-funded community festivals.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission

DISASTER and FIRE SAFETY COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 997 Cedar
AGENDA: 5. Provide a recommendation to City Council on the development of a plan that includes a feasibility study and identification of funding sources for constructing an emergency secondary access road on Panoramic Hill, 6. Provide recommendation to Council regarding separation of mixed-use pedestrian and e-bike pathways, 7. Request to merge action and discussion calendars under the title “items for Discussion and Possible Action,” 9. Clarification of recently approved ordinance on ADUs and JADUs, 10. Discussion on impact of increased density due to new developments along Shattuck/Adeline, 11. Discussion on biolabs and other large facilities, hazardous materials contained therein and potential emergency response impacts and challenges.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/disaster-and-fire-safety-commission

POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD (PAB) at 6 pm
The PAB conducts meetings in the hybrid format. No agenda is posted as of 10/21/2023 at 1:18 pm for the 10/25/2023 meeting. Check website later.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board

COMMUNITY FORUM on the BERKELEY MARINA from 7 – 9 pm
In-Person: at 1 Seawall Drive, Berkeley Yacht Club
The City Council special meeting on November 2 is on the Waterfront Specific Plan.
This forum starts with a brief history followed with discussion of the proposed development plan and how the plan impacts or supports clubs, individuals, and businesses at the waterfront.

Thursday, October 26, 2023

BUDGET & FINANCE COMMITTEE at 10 am
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1600644095
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 064 4095
AGENDA: 2. Fiscal Year 2024 Annual Appropriations Ordinance (AAO), 3. Audit recommendations status – Berkeley Police Improvements Needed to Manage Overtime and Security Work for Outside Entities, 6. Audit status report – Fleet replacement & Rocky Road Berkeley Streets at risk and significantly underfunded. (packet 92 pages – no documents on AAO)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-budget-finance

COMMUNITY HEALTH COMMISSION usually meets the 4th Thursday of the month at 6:30 pm
No meeting announcement posted. Check website after Monday.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/community-health-commission

ZONING ADJUSTMENT BOARD at 7 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83408771762
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 or 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 834 0877 1762
AGENDA: 805 Jones – on consent - Use Permit #ZP2022-0162 – to construct 3 2-story duplexes, total 6 units, height of 26 ft and 455 sq ft second story 22 ft to the existing 1,750 sq ft commercial building
1287 Gilman – on consent – Use Permit #ZP2023-0122 to add sale of wine
1515 Derby – on action – Use Permit #ZP2023-0045 to demolish 2-car garage and construct 3-story 30 ft 6 in 1745 sq ft single-family dwelling behind existing single-family dwelling, and ADU on-site subject to ministerial review and not included in this discretionary action.
600 Addison – on action - #DRCP2023-0002 – appeal of approval of lighted exterior signage next to Aquatic Park on R&D Campus two building complex totaling 470,573 sq ft with 943 parking spaces
2403-2407 San Pablo – on action – Use Permit Modification #ZP2023-0103 to modify project originally approved under #ZP2021-0220 to add 5 additional off-street parking spaces where maximum is 19 parking spaces.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zoning-adjustments-board

Friday, October 27, 2023 – No city meetings or events found

Saturday, October 28, 2023

Meet DAN KALB at 2 pm
In-Person: 1301 Walnut, Live Oak Park Amphitheater, next to Berkeley Art Center
Questions from attendees will follow a brief self-introduction. DAN KALB is a Candidate for CA State Senate District 7 (Nancy Skinner is termed out)
This is NOT a fund-raiser or endorsement event. This is also not a debate. This is an opportunity to get past talking points.
Sponsored by East Bay Communities for Action.

City of Berkeley Sponsored Family Halloween Events
Halloween Howl Dog Parade & Costume Contest from 10 am – 12 pm
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/halloween-howl-dog-parade-costume-contest
Floating Pumpkin Patch at west Campus Pool from 10 am – 6 pm
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/floating-pumpkin-patch-west-campus-pool-0
Halloween Skate Jam at 7 pm
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/halloween-skate-jam

Sunday, October 29, 2023 – No city meetings or events found

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AGENDA and RULES COMMITTEE at 2:30 pm
DRAFT Agenda for City Council November 7, 2023 meeting
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1604511264
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 451 1264
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules

AGENDA on CONSENT:
1. Minutes
2.Numainville, City Clerk - Kesarwani Appointment to the Police Accountability Board
3.Sprague, Fire Dept – Contract $840,000 with O2X Human Performance to provide full-time behavioral and nutritional health services for the Berkeley Fire Department11/1/2023 – 10/31/2025 with option to extend 2 additional years
4.Sprague, Fire Dept – Purchase Order $504,110 for 3000 gallon Water Tender from Golden State Fire Apparatus, Inc
5.Warhuus, HHCS – Appoint Dr. Anju Goel, M.D. as Interim Health Officer
6.Warhuus, HHCS – Reallocate $232,362 in unspent child care subsidy funds awarded through the FY 2020 community agency contract process
7.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Resolution of Intention to Amend the Miscellaneous CalPERS Contract Pursuant to California Government Code Section 20516 to Reduce the Additional Cost Share Contribution Made by Unrepresented Employees on behalf of the City
8.Mayer, Library – Appointment Tanir Ami to the Board of Library Trustees
9.Louis, Police – Audit Recommendation status – Data Analysis of Police Response
10.Arreguin – United Against Hate Week November 12 – 18, total cost $3000
11.Arreguin – Berkeley Holiday Fund, mayor’s discretionary fund $500
12.Arreguin – Budget Referral $1,000,000 for Housing Retention Program
13.Taplin, co-sponsors Kesarwani, Hahn – November as Transgender Awareness Month, November 20 as Transgender Awareness Day
14.Harrison – Budget Referral AAO #1 $6,000 for Two Pilot Special Mentoring and Violence Prevention Events for Berkeley Youth organized by Berkeley Jr. Jackets and Young Lives Matter Foundation
15.Hahn, co-sponsors Arreguin, Bartlett, Taplin – resolution supporting local, state and federal efforts to exonerate the Port Chicago 50; 50 Black sailors who were wrongfully convicted of mutiny during WWII in the wake of a massive devasting explosion at the Port Chicago naval base near Concord, CA.
ACTION:
16.Numainville, City Clerk – Initiative Petition – Initiative Ordinance Prohibiting Concentrated Animal Feeding Operations in the City of Berkeley
17.Warhuus, HHCS – Northern California Land Trust – 2231 Tenth Street Housing Trust Fund Reservation
18.Louis, Police – Pursuant to BMC Chapter 2.99 Technology Report for Automatic License Plate Readers, GPS Trackers, Body Warn Cameras, Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV’s), the Street Level Imagery Project, and External Fixed Surveillance
19.Energy Commission – Recommendation on Climate, Building Electrification, and Sustainable Transportation Budget Priorities for FY 2023 – 2024
20.a. Peace and Justice Commission – Referral of Two Health Educator Positions, b. Radu, City Manager – Refer back to Peace and Justice Commission
21.Taplin, co-sponsor Bartlett – Just Transition Framework for West Berkeley Plan Amendments
22.Robinson – Adopt first reading of an Ordinance amending BMC Chapters 6.32, 1432 and 14.68 to: 1. Rescind outdated or unnecessary regulations pertaining to jaywalking, skateboarding, bicycle licenses and bicycle establishment requirements, 2. Allow 24/7 use of public paths by pedestrians and cicyclists for the purpose of transportation; 3. Allow bicyclists on non-electric bicycles to ride on the sidewalk while exercising due care and yielding right-of-way to pedestrians when no Class I, Class II, or Class IV bicycle facility is available; 4. Align the penalty for bicycle violations with other moving violations by amending it from a misdemeanor to an infraction; 5. Update definitions of bicycles and scooters to align with definitions in the California Vehicle Code
23.Robinson, co-sponsors Bartlett, Taplin – Referral: Neighborhood-Scale Commercial – Refer to City Manageer and Planning Commission to consider and develop policies to permit neighborhood-scale retail uses in residential zones to increase economic opportunity, vitality, and walkability in Berkeley neighborhoods. Changes may include zoning alterations or modifications to use permit requirements. Staff and the Planning Commission should consider conditions to avoid detrimental impacts on surrounding residential uses and neighborhoods, including but not limited to limitations on operating hours, signage, loading/unloading activity, limitations on selling alcohol, restricting applicants to businesses with fewer than three locations and establishing different permitting requirements depending on square footage, proposed use, or other factors
INFORMATION REPORTS:
24.Louis, Police – Audit Recommendation Status – Berkeley Police: Improvements Needed to Manage Overtime and Security Work for Outside Entities.

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LAND USE CALENDAR PUBLIC HEARINGS:

3000 Shattuck Avenue (Construct 10-story mixed-use building) – TBD

WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:

November 2, 2023 - Draft Waterfront Specific Plan
December 5, 2023 – Re-Imagining Public Safety Update and Ceasefire– (to be the only action item of the evening, Wengraf and Arreguin will be absent on December 5)

UNSCHEDULED WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS

Fire Department Standards of Coverage & Community Risk Assessment
Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation
Presentation on Homelessness/Re-Housing/Thousand-Person Plan

PAST MEETINGS with reports worth reading:

May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report, Wildfire Prevention Plan https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-special-meeting-eagenda-may-16-2023-6-pm
June 20 (WS) - Climate Action Plan & Resilience Update, Berkeley Economic Dashboards Update reports available https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas/city-council-2023-06-20

November 5 - November 12, 2023
Worth Noting:
Busy week ahead. The meetings and announcements of special interest are bolded.

Sunday: Daylight Savings Time ends (fall back)
Monday:
- At 10 am the Land Use & Economic Development Committee meets in the hybrid format on retail/commercial in residential zones.
- At 3 pm Council meets in closed session.
- At 6 pm the Peace and Justice Commission meeting precedes the 7 pm Round Table Forum on the release of nuclear waste from Fukushima.
- At 7 pm the HSPE subcommittee on homeless encampment guidelines meets in person.
- At 7 pm the Personnel Board meets in person.
Tuesday: At 6 pm City Council meets in the hybrid format with concentrated animal feeding, ALPRs and surveillance and building electrification on the action agenda.
Wednesday:
- At 5 pm the Commission on Disability meets in person.
- At 6 pm the PAB meets in the hybrid format.
- At 6 pm the update on the Ashby BART Transit Power Substation meets on ZOOM.
- At 7 pm the Parks, Recreation and Waterfront Commission meets in person.
Thursday: From 6 – 7:30 pm is the presentation and discussion of Parker-Addison Improvements (bicycle lanes on Dwight) meets on ZOOM
Friday: Veterans Day Holiday
Saturday: At 10 am the Berkeley Neighborhoods Council meets on ZOOM.

The November 14, 2023 City Council regular meeting agenda is available for comment.
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
On November 14 at 4 pm there is a special City Council meeting on the Alameda Country Transportation Commission San Pablo Avenue Multimodal Corridor Program Safety Enhancement and Parallel Bike Improvements Projects. Council will vote on the project. The 50-page packet includes diagrams photos and project descriptions. https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-special-meeting-eagenda-november-14-2023

Activist’s Diary for October 29, 2023 https://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com/issue/2023-10-29/article/50458?headline=A-BERKELEY-ACTIVIST-S-DIARY-week-ending-October-29--Kelly-Hammargren
Two more editions of the Activist’s Diary are in the works with a summary on the three forums with State Senate candidates Kathryn Lybarger, Jovanka Beckles and Dan Kalb coming next.
The link to the recording of the Kristina Hill webinar on Contaminated Sites and Sea Level Rise is posted https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/
Directions with links to ZOOM support for activating Closed Captioning and Save Transcript are at the bottom of this calendar along with how to change a YouTube video to a readable transcript.

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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS

Sunday, November 5, 2023 – Daylight Savings ends – no City meetings or events found

Monday, November 6, 2023

LAND USE, HOUSING & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT at 10 am
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1610594726
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161059 4726
AGENDA: 2. Authors Robinson, Bartlett, Taplin – Neighborhood-Scale Commercial to permit neighborhood-scale retail in residential zones.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-land-use-housing-economic-development

CITY COUNCIL Closed Session at 3 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1610918624
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 091 8624
AGENDA: 1. Conference with legal counsel – anticipated litigation Workers Compensation Claim Number BER2200083, 2. Conference with Labor Negotiators – Employee Organizations: Fire Fighters Association Local 1227 I.A.F.F., Fire Chiefs Association, Berkeley Police Association, SEIU 1021 Community Services and Part-time Recreation Activity Leaders, SEIU 1021 Maintenance and Clerical Public Employee Union Local 1, Unrepresented Employees, 3. Evaluation City Attorney.
https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-closed-meeting-eagenda-november-6-2023

PEACE and JUSTICE COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. Commission updates, 7. Secretary’s Report, 8. Discussion on Commission Merger, 9. Adding a December meeting, 10. Meeting calendar, 11. From 7 – 9 pm is the Round Table Forum Regarding Fukushima Waste.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/peace-and-justice-commission

PERSONNEL BOARD at 7 pm
In-Person: at Live Oak Community Center, Creekside Room
AGENDA: V. Request to Establish Classification and Salary Range – Community Preparedness Educator, VI. Recommendation to Admend Job Class Specification – Audit Manager, VII. Recommendation to Amend Parking Meter Supervisor and Traffic Maintenance Supervisor, VIII. Recommendations to Amend Job Class Specifications – Assistant Human Resources Analyst and Associate Human Resources Analyst.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/personnel-board

HOMELESS SERVICES PANEL of EXPERTS (HSPE) Subcommittee on HOMELESS ENCAMPMENT GUIDELINES at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1939 Addison, East Bay Media Center
AGENDA: Guidelines and Policies presented by Radu at the October 4, Homeless Services Panel of Experts Meeting. NOTE: the November 6 subcommittee meeting is not posted on the Berkeley City website. The Guidelines presented to HSPE can be found in the HSPE Agenda PDF for 10/4/2023 (pages 7 -15) and in Supplemental 1.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/homeless-services-panel-experts

Tuesday, November 7, 2023

CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1609523217
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 952 3217
AGENDA: Use the link and choose the html option or see the agenda listed at the end of the calendar.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas

Wednesday, November 8, 2023

COMMISSION on DISABILITY at 5 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Aspen Room
AGENDA: Presentation: 7. Anthony Tusler on the Sonoma County ADU visitability resolution, Staff Updates: 8. 2023 Log of Access Complaints, 9. Email & voicemail sent to commission, 10. ADA Coordinator Certification & Training Program, 11. CA law on “daylighting,” 12/ ADA Transition Plan submitted to Caltrans, 13. ADA Program Coordinator vacation dates, Discussion/Action Items 14. 16. CM Hahn access changes to public speaker setup at Council meetings, 17. CM Robinson permitting bicycles on sidewalks.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-disability

PARKS, RECREATION and WATERFRONT COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 2800 Park, Frances Albrier Community Center
AGENDA: 8. Director’s Report – Ferris, 9. Communication to Council to Update Resolution No. 66,544-N.S. a policy for the Use of Berths at the Berkeley Marina by Non-Profit Organizations Providing Community service, 10. Proposed New Historic Plaque at Presentation Park, 11. Update on waterfront Specific Plan, 12. PRW Commission Addendum to the Commission Recommendations Report on the WSP, 13. Report on Possible Parks Tax Increase, 14. Update on 600 Addison Project.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/parks-recreation-and-waterfront-commission

POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD (PAB) at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82653396072
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 826 5339 6072
AGENDA: 3. Public comment on agenda and non-agenda items, 5. ODPA Staff Report, Chair and Board Members’ Report, 7. Chief of Police Report, 8. Subcommittee Reports, 9. New Business a. Budget process, b. Policy Complaint No. 2023-PR-0008, c. PAB member policy review procedures, d. BPD Commendations, 10. Public Comment, 11. Closed Sessions.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board

ASHBY TRANSIT ORIENTED DEVELOPMENT (HOUSING at ASHBY BART) from 6 – 8 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84565215901?pwd=cUpVUlJWQTFZTVRsVnVjQVVSeENXQT09
Teleconference: Meeting ID:
AGENDA: Traction Power Substation (TPSS) Update

Thursday, November 9, 2023 – Reduced Service Day

PARKER – ADDISON from 6 – 7:30 pm
Videoconference: - link to be posted 24 hours before the meeting
AGENDA: See proposed conceptual designs for improvements (bicycle lanes) along Dwight Way between Bonar and Mabel Streets.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/parker-addison-improvements-public-meeting

Zoning Adjustment Board is not meeting the next meeting is 11/30/2023

Friday, November 10, 2023 – Veterans’ Day Holiday

Saturday, November 11, 2023

BERKELEY NEIGHBORHOODS COUNCIL at 10 am
Videoconference:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/4223188307?pwd=dFlNMVlVZ2d6b0FnSHh3ZlFwV2NMdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171
Meeting ID: 422 318 8307 Passcode: 521161
AGENDA: check later
https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/

Sunday, November 12, 2023 – no City meetings or events found

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AGENDA for November 7, 2023 CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1609523217
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 952 3217
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas

AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.Minutes for Approval
2.Numainville, City Clerk - Kesarwani Appointment to the Police Accountability Board
3.Sprague, Fire Dept – Grant-Funded Contract $840,000 with O2X Human Performance to provide full-time behavioral and nutritional health services for the Berkeley Fire Department11/1/2023 – 10/31/2025 with option to extend 2 additional years
4.Sprague, Fire Dept – Purchase Order $504,110 for 3000 gallon Water Tender from Golden State Fire Apparatus, Inc
5.Warhuus, HHCS – Appoint Dr. Anju Goel, M.D. as Interim Health Officer
6.Warhuus, HHCS – Reallocate $232,362 in unspent child care subsidy funds awarded through the FY 2020 community agency contract process
7.Warhuus, HHCS – Northern California Land Trust – 2321 Tenth Street Trust Fund Reservation additional $1,703,585
8.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Resolution of Intention to Amend the Miscellaneous CalPERS Contract Pursuant to California Government Code Section 20516 to Reduce the Additional Cost Share Contribution Made by Unrepresented Employees on behalf of the City
9.Mayer, Library – Appointment Tanir Ami to the Board of Library Trustees
10.Louis, Police – Audit Recommendation status – Data Analysis of Police Response
Council Consent Items
11.Arreguin co-sponsors Hahn, Wengraf – United Against Hate Week November 12 – 18, total cost $3000
12.Arreguin co-sponsors Hahn, Wengraf – Berkeley Holiday Fund, mayor’s discretionary fund $500
13.Arreguin co-sponsors Hahn, Wengraf, Robinson – Budget Referral $1,000,000 for Housing Retention Program
14.Taplin, co-sponsors Kesarwani, Hahn – November as Transgender Awareness Month, November 20 as Transgender Awareness Day
15.Harrison, co-sponsor Taplin – Budget Referral AAO #1 $6,000 for Two Pilot Special Mentoring and Violence Prevention Events for Berkeley Youth organized by Berkeley Jr. Jackets and Young Lives Matter Foundation
16.Harrison – Budget referral $800,000 to the November 2023 AAO #1 for Matching funds to Repair Eight Deficient Tide Tubes to Avoid Catastrophic Structural Failure and escalating Construction Costs. (per Ferris now a $3,600,000 - $4,000,000 project, much of stormwater in West Berkeley drains through Aquatic Park Lagoon. If the tide tubes which are clay and concrete and already have cracks fail there will be flooding in west Berkeley)
17.Hahn, co-sponsors Arreguin, Bartlett, Taplin – resolution supporting local, state and federal efforts to exonerate the Port Chicago 50; 50 Black sailors who were wrongfully convicted of mutiny during WWII in the wake of a massive devasting explosion at the Port Chicago naval base near Concord, CA.
AGENDA on ACTION:
18.Numainville, City Clerk – Initiative Petition – Initiative Ordinance Prohibiting Concentrated Animal Feeding Operations in the City of Berkeley (animal agriculture includes cattle, swine, horses),
19.Louis, Police – Pursuant to BMC Chapter 2.99 Technology Report for Automatic License Plate Readers, GPS Trackers, Body Warn Cameras, Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV’s), the Street Level Imagery Project, and External Fixed Surveillance
20.Energy Commission – Recommendation on Climate, Building Electrification, and Sustainable Transportation Budget Priorities for FY 2023 – 2024
21.a. Peace and Justice Commission – Referral of Two Health Educator Positions, b. Radu, City Manager – Refer back to Peace and Justice Commission
INFORMATION REPORTS:
22.Louis, Police – Audit Recommendation Status – Berkeley Police: Improvements Needed to Manage Overtime and Security Work for Outside Entities.

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AGENDA for November 14, 2023 CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1617610462
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 761 0462
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas

CEREMONIAL MATTERS:

Presentation: AC Transit Realign Process

3000 Shattuck Avenue (Construct 10-story mixed-use building) – TBD

WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:

November 2, 2023 - Draft Waterfront Specific Plan (postponed)
December 5, 2023 – Re-Imagining Public Safety Update and Ceasefire– (to be the only action item of the evening, Wengraf and Arreguin will be absent on December 5)

UNSCHEDULED WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS

Fire Department Standards of Coverage & Community Risk Assessment (December 5 at regular council meeting)
Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation
Presentation on Homelessness/Re-Housing/Thousand-Person Plan
Draft Waterfront Specific Plan (proposed for January 23, 2024)

PAST MEETINGS with reports worth reading:

May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report, Wildfire Prevention Plan https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-special-meeting-eagenda-may-16-2023-6-pm
June 20 (WS) - Climate Action Plan & Resilience Update, Berkeley Economic Dashboards Update reports available https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas/city-council-2023-06-20

October 15 - October 22, 2023
Worth Noting:
There is a special City Council meeting on November 2, 2023 at 6 pm on the Draft Waterfront Specific Plan. (note that the Parks, Recreation and Waterfront Commission Recommendations are separate from the City staff and consultants’ reports)

The 13-page Report & Recommendations from the Parks, Recreation and Waterfront Commission can be read starting on page 9 at: https://tinyurl.com/y7s4y3xu
All of the documents from the consultants, meetings, presentations and city staff are at: https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/our-work/capital-projects/waterfront-specific-plan

The next regular Tuesday evening 6 pm City Council meeting is listed as November 7, 2023
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/

Go to meetings and events are bolded: The Bird Festival looks terrific. Wednesday is a public hearing on BART. The Zero Waste Strategic Plan is offered twice. Two SB 330 state density projects at DRC on Thursday.

Sunday: From 8 am to 5 pm there are Bird Festival activities all over Berkeley from birding field trips, to sidewalk chalk drawing to poetry, art and presentations at the Brower Center on plants for birds and making your home safe for birds.
Monday:
- At 6 pm the online Point Molate speaker is on the Marine Mammal Center.
- At 7 pm the Peace and Justice Commission meets in person.
- At 7 pm the Homeless Panel of Experts Subcommittee on guidelines and policies for homeless encampment meets in person. This meeting is not posted.
Wednesday:
- At 1:30 pm the Commission on Aging meets in person.
- At 5:30 pm the Planning Commission meets in person and holds a public hearing on Objective standards for the North Berkeley BART Station Housing.
- At 6 pm is the Zero Waste Strategic Plan Presentation.
- At 6 pm the Environment and Climate Commission meets in person.
- At 7 pm the Commission on Labor meets in person.
- At 7 pm the Commission on the status of Women meets in person.
Thursday:
- At 10:30 am the Health, Life Enrichment, Equity & Community meets on an ordinance on horse racing.
- At 6 pm the Zero Waste Strategic Plan will be repeated in the online.
- At 6:30 pm the Fair Campaign Practices Commission/Open Government Commission meets in person.
- At 6:30 pm the Design Review Committee meets in person on two projects 17-story at 2420 Shattuck and 6-story 2127 Dwight.
Saturday: From 9 am – 11 am Shoreline Cleanup

Activist’s Diary for week ending Oct 8, 2023 Parts 1 & 2 https://berkeleydailyplanet.com/issue/2023-10-04

Directions with links to ZOOM support for activating Closed Captioning and Save Transcript are at the bottom of this calendar.

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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS

Sunday, October 15, 2023

BERKELEY BIRD FESTIVAL from 8 am – 5 pm
Check the website there is something for everyone: field trips, bird watching, sidewalk chalk drawing, tours of the UC Museum of Vertebrate Zoology, poetry, stories, children’s art and presentations at the Brower Center on birding, bird safe home plants for birds
https://berkeleybirdfestival.org/

Monday, October 16, 2023

PEACE and JUSTICE COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 8. Discussion and Planning Forum Regarding Fukushima Waste, 9. Discussion with Corina Gould regarding land acknowledgement.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/peace-and-justice-commission

HOMELESS SERVICES PANEL of EXPERTS Subcommittee on HOMELESS ENCAMPMENT GUIDELINES at 7 pm
In-Person: 1939 Addison, East Bay Media Center
AGENDA: Guidelines and Policies presented by Radu at the October 4, Homeless Services Panel of Experts Meeting. NOTE: the October 16 subcommittee meeting is not posted on the Berkeley City website
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/homeless-services-panel-experts

SPEAKING UP for POINT MOLATE at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://sierraclub.zoom.us/j/99891619534
Meeting ID: 998 9161 9534
Agenda: Speaker Laura Gill on the Marine Mammal Center, “Behind the Bark”

Tuesday, October 17, 2023 - no City meetings or events found

Wednesday, October 18, 2023

COMMISSION on AGING at 1:30 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: Presentations: 1. Sidewalk Repair, 2. Use and multifunctionality of senior centers as a City resource, Commissioner Reports: 1. Age-friendly parks, 2. City merchants accepting cash only (this was supposed to be cards only), Action Items: Commission on Disabilities lawsuit with City of Berkeley over commissioner virtual attendance.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-aging

COMMISSION on LABOR at 7 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis St, South Berkeley Senior Center, Multi-purpose Room
AGENDA: Information Updates: 2. Labor education, 3. Fair Workweek Ordinance Outreach, 4. Subcommittee appointments, 5. Date and time for November 2023 meeting.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-labor

COMMISSION on the STATUS of WOMEN at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: (all agenda items are listed as discussion/possible action except chair report) 6. Panel/Presenters on Sex Trafficking, 7. Chair Report, 8. Topics from Small business subcommittees, 9. Proper lighting in Neighborhoods, 10. Calendar of Public Information, 11. Non-profit Village Connect, 13. Workplan.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-status-women

ENVIRONMENT and CLIMATE COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 7. Presentation, Discussion and Action: BESO Proposed Time and Sale Upgrade, 9. Workplan Subcommittee Updates on Vehicle Miles Traveled, Native Plants and Pest Reduction, Electrification.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/environment-and-climate-commission

PLANNING COMMISSION at 5:30 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 10. Public Hearing North Berkeley BART Objective Design Standards (packet 198 pages)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/planning-commission

ZERO WASTE STRATEGIC PLAN MEETING from 6 – 7:30 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: presentation of plan, presentation of plan will also be offered virtually on Thursday
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/zero-waste-strategic-plan-meeting-person

Thursday, October 19, 2023

HEALTH, LIFE, ENRICHMENT, EQUITY & COMMUNITY at 10:30 am
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1608367679
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 836 7679
AGENDA: Kate Harrison – Adopt an Ordinance Adding Chapter 12.75 to BMC to Establish Protections Relating to Animals Held, Owned, Used, Exhibited or Otherwise Kept for Racing or Other Sport, Entertainment or Profit.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-health-life-enrichment-equity-community

DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Gooseberry Room
AGENDA: 2420 Shattuck [between Channing and Haste] DRCP2023-0018 – to demolish two existing commercial buildings, merge two lots, and construct a 17-story mixed-use building with 132 dwelling units and a 2314 sq ft commercial space a SB 330 state density bonus project,
2127 Dwight [between Shattuck and Fulton] DRCP2023-0004 – to demolish two of the existing four residential buildings (demolish 8 units and retain 8 units) and replace with new 6-story residential building with 58 dwelling units with 70 bedrooms without windows (combined total of retained buildings and new project 66 dwelling units and 304 bedrooms on lot), a SB 330 state density project.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/design-review-committee

FAIR CAMPAIGN PRACTICES COMMISSION (FCPC) / OPEN GOVERNMENT COMMISSION (OGC) at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Aspen Room
AGENDA: 6. City Clerk enforcement referral regarding Mike Chang for BUSD School Board 2022, 7. Berkeley Election Reform Act (BERA) clean-up amendments, 8. Report from staff on public financing matching funds disbursements to Mark Humbert for council 2022, 9. Report from subcommittee on contribution limits.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/fair-campaign-practices-commission

TRANSPORTATION and INFRASTRUCTURE COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Dining Room
AGENDA: B. 1. 2023 Work Plan Progress Check
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/transportation-and-infrastructure-commission

ZERO WASTE STRATEGIC PLAN MEETING from 6 – 7:30 pm
Virtual: use link to register for zoom link
AGENDA: presentation of plan, same program as Wednesday, October 18
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/zero-waste-strategic-plan-meeting-virtual

Friday, October 20, 2023 – no City meetings or events found

Saturday, October 21, 2023

SHORELINE CLEAN-UP from 9 – 11 am
Meet at 160 University Nature Center
Use link for more information and registration
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/3rd-saturday-shoreline-cleanup-3

Sunday, October 22, 2023 - no City meetings or events found

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LAND USE CALENDAR PUBLIC HEARINGS:

3000 Shattuck Avenue (Construct 10-story mixed-use building) – TBD

WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:

November 2, 2023 - Draft Waterfront Specific Plan
Proposed December 5, 2023 – Re-Imagining Public Safety Update and Ceasefire– (to be the only action item of the evening, Wengraf and Arreguin will be absent on December 5)

UNSCHEDULED WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS

Fire Department Standards of Coverage & Community Risk Assessment
Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation
Presentation on Homelessness/Re-Housing/Thousand-Person Plan

PAST MEETINGS with reports worth reading:

May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report, Wildfire Prevention Plan https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-special-meeting-eagenda-may-16-2023-6-pm
June 20 (WS) - Climate Action Plan & Resilience Update, Berkeley Economic Dashboards Update reports available https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas/city-council-2023-06-20

October 8 - October 15, 2023
Worth Noting:
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
Go to meetings and events: The Bird Festival on Sunday is the highlight of the week. The 4 pm City Council meeting on legislation is a “should do.” If you miss the Budget and Finance AAO there will be more meetings before the council vote.

Monday: Indigenous Peoples Day - The Youth Commission is listed with the date as October 10 with the day listed as Tuesday – expect this meeting to be Tuesday not on the holiday.
Tuesday: City Council meets in the hybrid format starting at 3 pm with a closed session, followed with a special meeting at 4 pm on redesigning their legislative process, followed with the regular meeting a 6 pm with a light agenda.
Wednesday:
- At 5 pm the Disability Commission meets in person.
- At 6:30 pm the Police Accountability Board meets in the hybrid format.
- At 7 pm the Parks, Recreation and Waterfront Commission meets in person with the Waterfront Specific Plan and EIR on the agenda.
Thursday:
- At 10 am the Budget and Finance Committee meets in the hybrid format. The AAO (mid-year budget adjustment) is not posted with the agenda.
- At 1 pm WETA meets in the hybrid format.
- At 7 pm the Zoning adjustment Board meets in the hybrid format.
Saturday: At 10 am the Berkeley Neighborhoods Council meets in person.
Sunday: From 8 am to 5 pm there are Bird Festival activities all over Berkeley from birding field trips, to sidewalk chalk drawing to poetry, art and presentations at the Brower Center on plants for birds and making your home safe for birds.

Heart 2 Heart – Beginning October 12 from 4:30 – 6 pm an 8 week Public Health Advocate Program for South Berkeley to reduce heart disease and hypertension. Registration required. https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/heart-2-heart-advocate-program
The Berkeley Daily Planet is back in full swing https://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com/
Activist’s Diary for September 29, 2023 on Ready Festival, Planning and Fire Department Master Plan
https://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com/issue/2023-09-02/article/50416?headline=A-BERKELEY-ACTIVIST-S-DIARY-WEEK-ENDING-SEPTEMBER-29--Kelly-Hammargren
Directions with links to ZOOM support for activating Closed Captioning and Save Transcript are at the bottom of this calendar.

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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS

Sunday, October 8, 2023 - No City meetings found

Monday, October 9, 2023 – Indigenous People’s Day Holiday

Tuesday, October 10, 2023

YOUTH COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
The Youth Commission is listed as October 10 which is Monday with the day listed as Tuesday – expect this meeting to be Tuesday not on Monday the holiday.

In-Person: at 1730 Oregon, Youth Services Center / YAP
AGENDA: 9. Discussion Berkeley High School Restroom
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/youth-commission

CITY COUNCIL Closed Session at 3 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1606556704
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 655 6704
AGENDA: 1. Conference with labor negotiators, employee organizations Berkeley Firefighters Association, Local 1227 I.A.F.F. / Berkeley Fire Chief Fire Officers Association; Berkeley Police Association; SEIU 1021 Community Services and Part-time Recreation Activity Leaders, SEIU 1021 Maintenance and Clerical, Public Employee Union Local 1, Unrepresented Employees.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas

CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 3 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1611670896
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 167 0896
AGENDA: City Council Legislative System Redesign (packet 138 pages) this is the evolution of the proposals that started with former councilmember Droste to establish rules for how council policy committees function and how major legislation submitted by councilmembers needs to be prepared including checklists to be completed and processed with time frames for submission.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas

CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1611670896
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 167 0896
AGENDA: Use the link and choose the html option or see the agenda listed at the end of the calendar.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas

Wednesday, October 11, 2023

COMMISSION on DISABILITY at 5 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Aspen Room
AGENDA: Staff Updates 7. 2023 Log of Access Complaints, 8. Email and voicemail sent to commission, 9. Sept meeting follow-up, Discussion/Action Items: 10. 2024 calendar, 11. CoD membership, 12. Workplan, Carried Over & Items for future meetings a. Civic Center Subcommittee, b. Safer Pathways.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-disability

PARKS, RECREATION & WATERFRONT COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 2800 Park, Frances Albrier Community Center
AGENDA: 8. Director’s Report (Ferris), 9. Aquatic Park update on public arts project, Discussion/Action: 10. Possible parks tax increase ballot measure, 11. Proposed Ohlone Greenway Improvement Project, 12. Feedback on draft Waterfront Specific Plan and EIR process.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/parks-recreation-and-waterfront-commission

POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD at 6:30 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82653396072
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 826 5339 6072
AGENDA: 3. Public comment on agenda and non-agenda items, 6. ODPA Staff Report 8. Chief’s Report9. Subcommittee reports,10. Policy complaint 2023-PR-000511. Policy complaints 2023-PR-0006, 2023-PR-0007, 2023-PR-0008 12. Public comment, 13. Closed Session 14 complaints 2-23-Cl-0001 – 2023-Cl-0014
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board

Thursday, October 12, 2023

BUDGET & FINANCE Committee at 10 am
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Mivia, 6th Floor, Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1611557693
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 155 7693
AGENDA: 2. Fiscal Year 2024 Annual Appropriations Ordinance (AAO), 3. Accept the Risk Analysis for Long-Term Debt, 4. Investment Report Update – Investment Policies of other jurisdictions, 5. Audit recommendations status – Berkeley Police Improvements Needed to Manage Overtime and Security Work for Outside Entities, 6. Audit status report – Fleet replacement & Rocky Road Berkeley Streets at risk and significantly underfunded. (packet 92 pages – no documents on AAO)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-budget-finance

ZONING ADJUSTMENT BOARD at 7 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84781420938
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171
Meeting ID: 847 8142 0938
AGENDA: 2712 Telegraph – on consent – Use Permit #ZP2022-0179 – to demolish two non-residential structures and construct a 41,065 sq ft 6-story (70 ft) mixed-use residential building containing 40 dwelling units (4-very-low income), 590 sq ft commercial space, 2 auto parking spaces and 46 bicycle spaces, utilizing State Density Bonus.
2411 Sixth Street – on consent – Use Permit #ZP2023-0101 – to legalize the demolition of a non-conforming single-family dwelling and construct a 2,058 sq ft 2-story (22 ft) conforming single family dwelling
2924 Russell - on action – Appeal of Zoning Officer’s decision to approve Administrative Use Permit #ZP2023-0081 to install an unenclosed hot tub in rear yard.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zoning-adjustments-board

WATER EMERGENCY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY (WETA) at 1 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at Port of San Francisco Pier 1
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89718217408
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 897 1821 7408 Password: 33779
AGENDA: 5. Staff reports – (peak hour utilization is not available, farebox recovery is listed as 21% - without a cut of Bridge Tolls and Federal & State funding WETA could not stay afloat), 7. Agreement with UBER for Alameda Mainstreet Terminal Rideshare program, 8. Adopt Fares between Mission Bay and South San Francisco, 9. Filing for an application with MTC for $700,000 in Regional Measure 3 Capital Funds.
https://weta.sanfranciscobayferry.com/next-board-meeting

Friday, October 13, 2023 – Reduced Service Day

Saturday, October 14, 2023

BERKELEY NEIGHBORHOODS COUNCIL at 10 am
Videoconference:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/4223188307?pwd=dFlNMVlVZ2d6b0FnSHh3ZlFwV2NMdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 422 318 8307 Passcode: 521161
AGENDA: Check later in the week
https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/

Sunday, October 15, 2023

BERKELEY BIRD FESTIVAL from 8 am – 5 pm
Check the website there is something for everyone: field trips, bird watching, sidewalk chalk drawing, tours of the UC Museum of Vertebrate Zoology, poetry, stories, children’s art and presentations at the Brower Center on birding, bird safe home plants for birds
https://berkeleybirdfestival.org/

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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for Regular 6 pm Meeting on October 10, 2023
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1611670896
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 167 0896
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas

AGENDA on CONSENT:
A. 2nd reading of the ADU Ordinance No. 7,888-N.S. passed on Oct 3 to read ordinance go to https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/documents/2023-10-10%20Item%20A%20Ordinance%207888.pdf1.
1. removed by City Manager
2.Hollander, Economic Development – Write-off of a delinquent revolving loan fund (RLF) Balance of $25,000 oved by Kidventurez, Inc.
3.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitation and requests for RFP, Hazardous Fire Fuel Treatment $4,000,000
4.Warhuus, HHCS – Revenue Contracts: Aging Services Programs, FY 2024-2026, a. Congregate Meals $213,000, b. Home Delivered Meals $440,000, Family Caregiver Support Program $126,500, d. Senior Center Activities $136,000, e. Information and assistance Services $460,000
5.Warhuus, HHCS – Amend Contract add $10,760 total $139,400 with City Data Services to Develop and maintain Homelessness Prevention reporting module in online data management utilized by HHCS
6.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Establish classification and salary range for Graphic Designer hourly $39.5233 - $48.5000 annually $82,208.4870 - $100,880.0000
7.Klein, Planning – Contract $128,375 from 12/1/2023 – 11/31/2028 with EdgeSoft for Data Automation Services and Support for Toxics Management Division
8.Louis, Police – Contract (appears to be amendment though not listed as such) for $344,500 total not to exceed $425,000 with Flock Safety to provide ALPR Cameras Services and extend term to two years from date of implementations,
9.Garland, Public Works – Amend Contract #32300191 add $150,000 total $260,000 with Pacific Site Management for Landscaping Services for Public works and HHCS
10.Garland, Public works – Amend Contract #108037-1 add $350,000 total $480,000 with MSR Mechanical, LLC for on-call heating, ventilation and air conditioning services
11.Garland, Public Works – Grant Application to BART for $3,000,000 from the Safe Routes to BART (SR2B) Grant Program to help close the funding gap for construction of safety-related improvements to the Ohlone Greenway
12.Garland, Public Works – Purchase Order: $2,050,000 for four Front Loaders with Western Truck Center
13.Elmwood BID Advisory Board – Renewal of the Elmwood Ave. BID (Business Improvement District for 2024 Calendar Year
14.Solano Avenue BID Advisory Board - Renewal of the Solano Ave. BID for 2024 Calendar Year
AGENDA on ACTION:
B.Friedrichsen, Budget Manager – Berkeley’s Financial Condition (FY 2012 – FY 2021) Pension Liabilities and Infrastructure Needs Attention (continued from Oct 3)
INFORMATION REPORTS:
15.Hollander, Economic Development - FY 2024 Civic Arts Grants Awards

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LAND USE CALENDAR PUBLIC HEARINGS:

3000 Shattuck Avenue (Construct 10-story mixed-use building) – TBD

WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:

October 10 at 4 pm Potential Changes & Enhancements to the City Council Legislative Process
November 2, 2023 - Draft Waterfront Specific Plan
Proposed December 5, 2023 – Re-Imagining Public Safety Update and Ceasefire– (to be the only action item of the evening, Wengraf and Arreguin will be absent on December 5)

UNSCHEDULED WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS

Fire Department Standards of Coverage & Community Risk Assessment
Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation
Presentation on Homelessness/Re-Housing/Thousand-Person Plan

PAST MEETINGS with reports worth reading:

May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report, Wildfire Prevention Plan https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-special-meeting-eagenda-may-16-2023-6-pm
June 20 (WS) - Climate Action Plan & Resilience Update, Berkeley Economic Dashboards Update reports available https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas/city-council-2023-06-20

October 1 - October 8, 2023
Worth Noting:
The manufacturing tours of Berkeley businesses look interesting!
BERKELEY MANUFACTURING WEEK TOURS October 2 – 6,
Check Webpage and Registration for Tour Times
Register for Free Tours: At https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/2023-berkeley-manufacturing-week-tours-2635549
Participating Local Manufacturers: Adams and Chittenden, Artworks Foundry, Berkeley Potters Guild, Boichik Bagels, Metro Lighting, Takara Sake, TCHO Chocolate, Zenbooth
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/news/explore-berkeleys-manufacturing-bagels-glass-soundproof-booths
The Go to meeting of the week is City Council on the ADU Ordinance in the Hillside Overly (Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone, Landslide Zones, and the Hayward Fault runs through it). Monday:

At 9 am the Elmwood BID meets in person.
At 3 pm the City Council meets in Closed Session.
At 7 pm the Personnel Board meets in person.
Tuesday: At 6 pm the City Council meets in the hybrid format. The ADU Ordinance is item 10 on the agenda.
Wednesday:
- From 9 am – noon is the tree planting at John Hinkel Park.
- At 2 pm FITES meets in the hybrid format on deconstruction/construction materials.
- At 5:30 pm the Planning Commission meets in person and conducts a public hearing on zoning to support small business in Southside, BART Housing and Commercial Districts.
- At 6:30 BOLT meets in person.
- At 7 pm the Homeless Services Panel of Experts meets in person.
Thursday:
- At 7 pm the Landmarks Preservation Commission meets in person.
- At 7 pm the Housing Advisory Commission meets in person.

Activist’s Diary for September 17, 2023 on Ready Festival, Planning and Fire Department Master Plan
https://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com/issue/2023-09-02/article/50412?headline=A-BERKELEY-ACTIVIST-S-DIARY-week-ending-Sept.-17--Kelly-Hammargren

The City Council October 10, 2023 is posted and available for comment.
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
Directions with links to ZOOM support for activating Closed Captioning and Save Transcript are at the bottom of this calendar.

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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS

Sunday, October 1, 2023 – No City meetings

Monday, October 2, 2023

CITY COUNCIL Closed Session at 3 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1602668772
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 266 8772
AGENDA: 1. Employee Evaluation – City Attorney, 2. Conference with labor negotiators, employee organizations Berkeley Firefighters Association, Local 1227 I.A.F.F. / Berkeley Fire Chief Fire Officers Association; Berkeley Police Association; SEIU 1021 Community Services and Part-time Recreation Activity Leaders, SEIU 1021 Maintenance and Clerical, Public Employee Union Local 1, Unrepresented Employees.
https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-closed-meeting-eagenda-october-2-2023

ELMWOOD BUSINESS DISTRICT ADVISORY BOARD at 9 am
In-Person: 2947 College, Rear Outdoor Parking Lot
AGENDA: Review and Approve Elmwood BID Boundary Map
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/elmwood-business-improvement-district-advisory-board

PERSONNEL BOARD at 7 pm
In-Person: 1301 Shattuck, Live Oak Community Center, Creekside Room
AGENDA: V. Request for Extension of Temporary Appointment in the HHCS Community Service Specialist III Joshua Oehler and Assistant Management Analyst
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/personnel-board

Tuesday, October 3, 2023

CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1600539994
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 053 9994
AGENDA: Use the link and choose the html option or see the agenda listed at the end of the calendar. Item 10 On the Agenda Is the ADU Ordinance.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas

Wednesday, October 4, 2023

JOHN HINKEL PARK TREE PLANTING at 9 am – 12 pm
Location: 41 Somerset Place
Wear closed-toed footwear and clothing ready to get a bit dirty. Park staff supply all the tools.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/john-hinkel-park-tree-planting

FACILITIES, INFRASTRUCTURE, TRANSPORTATION, ENVIRONMENT & SUSTAINABILITY COMMITTEE (FITES) Meeting at 2 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1610954457
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 095 4457
AGENDA: 2. Harrison – Adopt an Ordinance Adding Chapter 12.39 to the BMC to Regulate Deconstruction and Construction Materials Management.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-facilities-infrastructure-transportation-environment-sustainability

BOARD of LIBRARY TRUSTEES (BOLT) at 6:30 pm
In-Person: At 1125 University, West Branch
AGENDA: II. Consent Calendar A. FY 2022 Annual Report of Gift Received to City Council, E. 2024 Holiday & Closing Schedule, F. Schedule to open 1 hour later for staff meetings, G. 2024 Meeting Schedule, H. Amend Contract #32000176 add $1,450.000 and extend for 12 months 7/31/2023 – July 6/31/2024 with Universal Protection Service, LP. Dba: Allied Universal Security Services for security services at the Central Library and Library Branches on request, III. Action Calendar A. Recommendation on appointment of Trustee to serve four-year term, B. Nominations for Board President and Vice-President, C. Election of President, D. Election of Vice-President.
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees

HOMELESS SERVICES PANEL of EXPERTS at 7 pm
In-Person: 999 Harrison, Berkeley Reparatory Theater, Admin Office, Mercer-Golden Rehearsal Hall
AGENDA: 6. Development of Good Neighbor Guidelines and Encampment Policy, 7. 2024 meeting schedule, 8. Update on reports to council including serving inclement weather needs, RV dwellers and other vehicle dwellers, 9. Update on Encampment Based Mobile Wellness Team, HHCS new health assessment report and additional funds to Berkeley Food Network.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/homeless-services-panel-experts

PLANNING COMMISSION AT 5:30 PM
In-Person: 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 10. Draft Local Hazard Mitigation Plan, 11. Public Hearing: Zoning Amendments to Support Businesses. Areas affected Southside, BART Housing Development and Commercial Districts. (packet 128 pages – 98 pages on hearing)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/planning-commission

Thursday, October 5, 2023

LANDMARKS PRESERVATION COMMISSION (LPC) at 7 pm
In-Person: 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. Piedmont Avenue and Channing Way Pedestrian Improvements – Advisory Referral presentation on Public Works project that would affect the City Landmark Olstem Landscape, 7. 2113 Kittredge Street – Structural Alteration Permit #LMSAP2022-0011 for the California Theater, 8. 2420 Shattuck – Demolition Referral.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/landmarks-preservation-commission

HOUSING ADVISORY COMMITTEE (HAC) at 7 pm
In-Person: 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: Receive Presentation on HUD Program Year 2022 (FY 2023) Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER), 9. 2023-2024 Workplan, 10. Fair Access and Transparency for Rental Housing Applications Ordinance.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/housing-advisory-commission

Friday, October 6, 2023 - No City meetings
Saturday, October 7, 2023 - No City meetings
Sunday, October 8, 2023 - No City meetings

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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for Regular 6 pm Meeting on October 3, 2023
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1600539994
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 053 9994
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas

AGENDA on CONSENT:

2nd reading – Utility easement: Bolivar Drive – EBMUD, Adopt 2nd reading of Ordinance No. 7,883-N.S. to convey utility easement to EBMUD along Bolivar Drive at Aquatic Park

2.2nd reading - Oyekanmi, Finance – 2024 Tax Rate: Transportation Network Company User Tax
3.2nd reading – Authorizing Lease of 830 University to Lifelong Medical Care
4.Robinson – Appointment to Police Accountability Board (PAB)
5.Radu, City Manager Office – Revenue Contract with City of Emeryville for Animal Care Services for $235,548 for 10/6/2023 – 6/30/2023
6.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations $9,284,266, Housing Inspection Software $150,000, sidewalk Repair Project $1,181,266, Whistleblower Hotline $100,000, Library Technology Roadmap $100,000. Berkeley Marina Docks D & E Replacement Project $7,753,00
7.Fong, IT – Amend Contract No. 9791 add $279,750 total $900,750 for 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2023 with Environmental Systems Research Institute, Inc. for Enterprise Graphical Information system (GIS) Software License Maintenance and Support
8.Fong, IT - Modify Contract No. 114382-1, add $115,016 total $261,922 from 7/1/2014 – 6/30/2026
AGENDA on ACTION:
9.Sprague, Fire – Ambulance Transport Fee Increase
10.Klein, Planning – Amendments to title 23 ADU Ordinance – (on 9-19-2023 the council was split 4 to 4, Councilmember Harrison was away representing the City at a conference)
11.Friedrichsen, Budget Manager – Berkeley’s Financial Condition (FY 2012 – FY 2021) Pension Liabilities and Infrastructure Needs
INFORMATION REPORTS:
12.Oyekanmi, Finance – Sanctuary City Contracting Compliance Report for FY 2023
13.Louis, Police - Update on the Implementation of Fair and Impartial Policing Task Force Recommendations

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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for Regular 6 pm Meeting on October 10, 2023
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1611670896
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 167 0896
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas

AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.Removed by City Manager
2.Hollander, Economic Development – Write-off of a delinquent revolving loan fund (RLF) Balance of $25,000 oved by Kidventurez, Inc.
3.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitation and requests for RFP, Hazardous Fire Fuel Treatment $4,000,000
4.Warhuus, HHCS – Revenue Contracts: Aging Services Programs, FY 2024-2026, a. Congregate Meals $213,000, b. Home Delivered Meals $440,000, Family Caregiver Support Program $126,500, d. Senior Center Activities $136,000, e. Information and assistance Services $460,000
5.Warhuus, HHCS – Amend Contract add $10,760 total $139,400 with City Data Services to Develop and maintain Homelessness Prevention reporting module in online data management utilized by HHCS
6.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Establish classification and salary range for Graphic Designer hourly $39.5233 - $48.5000 annually $82,208.4870 - $100,880.0000
7.Klein, Planning – Contract $128,375 from 12/1/2023 – 11/31/2028 with EdgeSoft for Data Automation Services and Support for Toxics Management Division
8.Louis, Police – Contract (appears to be amendment though not listed as such) for $344,500 total not to exceed $425,000 with Flock Safety to provide ALPR Cameras Services and extend term to two years from date of implementations,
9.Garland, Public Works – Amend Contract #32300191 add $150,000 total $260,000 with Pacific Site Management for Landscaping Services for Public works and HHCS
10.Garland, Public works – Amend Contract #108037-1 add $350,000 total $480,000 with MSR Mechanical, LLC for on-call heating, ventilation and air conditioning services
11.Garland, Public Works – Grant Application to BART for $3,000,000 from the Safe Routes to BART (SR2B) Grant Program to help close the funding gap for construction of safety-related improvements to the Ohlone Greenway
12.Garland, Public Works – Purchase Order: $2,050,000 for four Front Loaders with Western Truck Center
13.Elmwood BID Advisory Board – Renewal of the Elmwood Ave. BID (Business Improvement District for 2024 Calendar Year
14.Solano Avenue BID Advisory Board - Renewal of the Solano Ave. BID for 2024 Calendar Year
INFORMATION REPORTS:
15.Hollander, Economic Development - FY 2024 Civic Arts Grants Awards

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LAND USE CALENDAR PUBLIC HEARINGS:

705 Euclid Avenue (new single family dwelling) 9/26/2023
1598 University Avenue (Construct 8-story mixed-use building) – date 9/26/2023
3000 Shattuck Avenue (Construct 10-story mixed-use building) – TBD

WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:

October 10 at 4 pm Potential Changes & Enhancements to the City Council Legislative Process
November 2, 2023 - Draft Waterfront Specific Plan
Proposed December 5, 2023 – Re-Imagining Public Safety Update and Ceasefire– (to be the only action item of the evening, Wengraf and Arreguin will be absent on December 5)

UNSCHEDULED WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS

Fire Department Standards of Coverage & Community Risk Assessment
Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation
Presentation on Homelessness/Re-Housing/Thousand-Person Plan

PAST MEETINGS with reports worth reading:

May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report, Wildfire Prevention Plan https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-special-meeting-eagenda-may-16-2023-6-pm
June 20 (WS) - Climate Action Plan & Resilience Update, Berkeley Economic Dashboards Update reports available https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas/city-council-2023-06-20

September 24 - October 1, 2023
Worth Noting:
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
The City Council Agenda for October 3, 2023 is available for comment. Item 10 Amendments to title 23 ADU Ordinance is back for a vote (on 9-19-2023 the council was split 4 to 4, Councilmember Harrison was away representing the City at a conference).
The go to meetings in bold are Tuesday-Council appeal of 1598 University, Wednesday-Environment and Climate and Disaster and Fire Safety Commissions, Thursday-Community Health Commission.

Tuesday:
- At 2:30 pm the Agenda Committee meets in the Hybrid format.
- At 5 pm the Council meets in closed session.
- At 6 pm Council hears 2-ZAB appeals 705 Euclid and 1598 University.
- At 6 pm the Zero Waste Commission meets in person.
Wednesday:
- At 3 pm the 4x4 Committee meets in the Hybrid format.
- At 6 pm the Civic Arts Commission meets in person.
- At 6 pm the Environment and Climate Commission meets in person on green building policy, native plants and pesticide reduction.
- At 6 pm the PAB meets in the Hybrid format.
- At 7 pm the Disaster and Fire Safety Commission meets in person on the Local Hazard Mitigation Plan, density on Shattuck/Adeline and biolabs
Thursday:
- At 6:30 pm the Community Health Commission meets in person on Environmental Justice, Long term care oversight and light pollution.
- At 7 pm the ZAB meets in the Hybrid format with a house addition, Pacific School of Religion and a car wash on the agenda.

Activist’s Diary for week ending September 17, 2023 https://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com/issue/2023-09-02/article/50412?headline=A-BERKELEY-ACTIVIST-S-DIARY-week-ending-Sept.-17--Kelly-Hammargren

Bay Area SunShares Solar Discount Program is open from September 1 – November 15, 2023.
Register at: https://www.bayareasunshares.org/
If you know someone needing assistance with overdue water bills, refer them to the Low Income Household Waster Assistance Program (LIWAP) Program has been extended, however, applications need to be submitted asap https://www.ebmud.com/customers/customer-assistance-program/financial-relief-customers-behind-water-bills-during-pandemic
Directions with links to ZOOM support for activating Closed Captioning and Save Transcript are at the bottom of this calendar.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS

Sunday, September 24, 2023 – no City meetings or events found
Monday, September 25, 2023 – Yom Kippur – no City Meetings
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TUESDAY, September 26, 2023

AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1611609558
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 160 9558
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 10/10//2023 draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda below at the end of the list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Workssessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, REFERRED ITEMS FOR REVIEW: 8.a. Discussion of Potential Changes to City Council Legislative Process, 8.b. Discussion Regarding Design and Strengthening of Policy Committees Process and Structure (Including Budget Referrals) UNSCHEDULED ITEMS: 9. Modifications or Improvements to City Council Meeting Procedures, 10. Strengthening and Supporting City Commission: Guidance on Development of Legislative Proposals, 11. Discussion and Recommendations on the Continued Use of the Berkeley Considers Online Engagement Portal. https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules

CITY COUNCIL Closed Session at 5 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1614522259
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 452 2259
AGENDA: 1. Conference with legal counsel – anticipated litigation, a. Claim of D.L. Falk Construction Inc.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas

CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1611020299
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 102 0299
AGENDA: 1. ZAB Appeal: 705 Euclid Ave, Use Permit #ZP2022-0104 to construct a new 3-story 4,528 sq ft single family dwelling with 2 parking spaces and associated retaining walls located in the setbacks on a 6,024 sq ft vacant lot. Project is in Hillside Overlay in Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone 2, 2. ZAB Appeal: 1598 University, Use Permit ZP#2022-0099 to demolish a non-residential building and construct a 127,472 sq ft, 8-story (89 feet 2 inches) mixed-use residential building with 207 dwelling units (21 very low-income), 5,943 sq ft commercial space, 39 automobile parking spaces, 92 parking spaces, utilizing State Density Bonus.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas

ZERO WASTE COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: 1326 Allston Way, City of Berkeley Corporation Yard Ratcliff Building, Willow Room
AGENDA: 6:30 pm – 6. Staff Updates Progress on SB-1383 Implementation, SUDs Ordinance Enforcement, Plastic Bag Ordinance, Staffing, Discussion/Action Items: 6:50 pm – 1 Berkeley Food Network Presentation, 7:05 pm – 2. Strategic Plan Progress, 7:40 pm – Report out from the Sub-Committee to Review Green Building Requirements, 7:50 pm – Discuss Legislative Updates.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zero-waste-commission
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WEDNESDAY, September 27, 2023

4x4 JOINT TASK FORCE COMMITTEE on HOUSING at 3 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Cypress Room, 1st Floor
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1615140325?pwd=Z3N1c1JDeVVaK2RMT1k0N0lHcXUydz09
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252
Meeting ID: 161 514 0325 Passcode: 065975
AGENDA: 6. Discussion recent eviction activities, 7. Demolition Ordinance, 8. Update on Ronald V. Dellums Fair Chance Access to Housing Ordinance, 9. Meeting schedule.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/4x4-joint-task-force-committee-housing

CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Russell, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library
AGENDA: 6. Presentations, Discussion & Action: a) Recommendation approve Nigel Sussman Mural for Fire Station 5, b) Presentation Utility Box Mural Program recommendations, c) Recommend Masako Miki wall project, Recommendation reject all proposals for sculpture opportunity,
d) Recommendation integration of public art into the Waterfront Specific Plan, e) Update - Queen Shamiram Sculpture (not happening)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission

DISASTER and FIRE SAFETY COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 997 Cedar, Fire Department Training Center
AGENDA: 5. Request that the Commission forward the Janice Thomas August 27, 2023 letter “RE: State Fire Marshal’s Recommendation for Panoramic Hill” to City Council, UC Berkeley President and the UC President and Board, 6. Staff presentation on 2024 Local Hazard Mitigation Plan Update process, 7. Discussion on impact of increased density due to new developments along Shattuck/Adeline, 8. Discussion on biolabs and other large facilities, hazardous materials contained therein and potential emergency response impacts and challenges, 9. Discussion to write a Commendation to Chief Sprague for the Master Facilities Plan, 10. Update on the City’s progress of evaluating and regulating non-ductile concrete structures.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/disaster-and-fire-safety-commission

ENVIRONMENT and CLIMATE COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 7. Updated Environment & Climate Commission calendar, 8. Presentation & Discussion Municipal Energy Use and Green Building Policy a. Green Building and LEED Requirements – Resolution #62284, b. Energy Commission FY 2023-2024 Budget Recommendation – 11/30/2022 Council report, 9. Presentation & Discussion: Native Plants & Pesticide Reduction Subcommittee
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/environment-and-climate-commission

POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD (PAB) at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82653396072
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 826 5339 6072
AGENDA: 3. Public Comment is taken at the beginning and end of meeting not with agenda items. Comment may be on anything within the jurisdiction of the PAB including evening agenda, 5. ODPA Staff report – introduction of Carianna Arredondo, assistant to the City Manager for Reimagining Public safety, 6. Chair and Board Reports, 7. Chief Report on crime/cases of interest, community engagement/department events, staffing, training and other items of interest, 9, a. Presentation of new policy complaints, 10. Public comment, 11. Closed Session.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
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THURSDAY, September 28, 2023

COMMUNITY HEALTH COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
In-Person: 2939 Ellis, Judge Henry Ramsey Jr. South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: Presentation – Sarah Moore on City of Berkeley, Planning Department on Environmental Justice Plan, Discussion and Action items: 7. Council referral on Long Term Care Facility Oversight, 8. Light Pollution
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/community-health-commission

ZONING ADJUSTMENTS BOARD (ZAB) at 7 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81499010985
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 814 9901 0985
AGENDA: 2. 2424 Jefferson – on consent - Use Permit #ZP2023-0082 to demolish a portion of a rear deck and construct a 26 sq ft addition to an existing single-family dwelling on a lot that exceeds lot coverage standards
3. 1798 Scenic Avenue – on consent – Use Permit Modification #ZP2023-0086 to modify the project originally approved under ZP#2021-0106 to change the ground floor use of Holbrook Hall at the Pacific School of Religion for higher education to a middle school. There are no changes proposed to the enrollment capacity. In Hillside Overly, Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone 2,
4. 2996 Telegraph at Ashby – on action – Use Permit #ZP2020-0055 to construct a 1704 sq ft self-service car wash, includes a gas station, quick food service and convenience store, new 165-foot long wall at the west and north property lines, two new EV charging stations
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zoning-adjustments-board

Saturday, September 30, 2023 - no City meetings or events found
Sunday, October 1, 2023 - no City meetings or events found

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AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm, September 26, 2023
DRAFT AGENDA for October 10, 2023
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1611609558
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 160 9558
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas

AGENDA on CONSENT:
1. Numainville, city Clerk - City Council Rules of Procedure and Order revisions
2.Hollander, Economic Development – Write-off of a delinquent revolving loan fund (RLF) Balance of $25,000 oved by Kidventurez, Inc.
3.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitation and requests for RFP
4.Warhuus, HHCS – Revenue Contracts: Aging Services Programs, FY 2024-2026, a. Congregate Meals $213,000, b. Home Delivered Meals $440,000, Family Caregiver Support Program $126,500, d. Senior Center Activities $136,000, e. Information and assistance Services $460,000
5.Warhuus, HHCS – Amend Contract add $10,760 total $139,400 with City Data Services to Develop and maintain Homelessness Prevention reporting module in online data management utilized by HHCS
6.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Establish classification and salary range for Graphic Designer hourly $39.5233 - $48.5000 annually $82,208.4870 - $100,880.0000
7.Klein, Planning – Contract $128,375 from 12/1/2023 – 11/31/2028 with EdgeSoft for Data Automation Services and Support for Toxics Management Division
8.Louis, Police – Contract (appears to be amendment though not listed as such) for $344,500 total not to exceed $425,000 with Flock Safety to provide ALPR Cameras Services and extend term to two years from date of implementations,
9.Garland, Public Works – Amend Contract #32300191 add $150,000 total $260,000 with Pacific Site Management for Landscaping Services for Public works and HHCS
10.Garland, Public works – Amend Contract #108037-1 add $350,000 total $480,000 with MSR Mechanical, LLC for on-call heating, ventilation and air conditioning services
11.Garland, Public Works – Grant Application to BART for $2,300,000 from the Safe Routes to BART (SR2B) Grant Program to help close the funding gap for construction of safety-related improvements to the Ohlone Greenway
12.Garland, Public Works – Purchase Order: $2,050,000 for four Front Loaders with Western Truck Center
13.Elmwood BID Advisory Board – Renewal of the Elmwood Ave. BID (Business Improvement District for 2024 Calendar Year
14.Solano Avenue BID Advisory Board - Renewal of the Solano Ave. BID for 2024 Calendar Year
INFORMATION REPORTS:
15.Hollander, Economic Development - FY 2024 Civic Arts Grants Awards

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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for Regular 6 pm Meeting on October 3, 2023
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1600539994
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 053 9994
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas

AGENDA on CONSENT:
1. 2nd reading – Utility easement: Bolivar Drive – EBMUD, Adopt 2nd reading of Ordinance No. 7,883-N.S. to convey utility easement to EBMUD along Bolivar Drive at Aquatic Park2.2nd reading - Oyekanmi, Finance – 2024 Tax Rate: Transportation Network Company User Tax
3. 2nd reading – Authorizing Lease of 830 University to Lifelong Medical Care
4.Robinson – Appointment to Police Accountability Board (PAB)
5.Radu, City Manager Office – Revenue Contract with City of Emeryville for Animal Care Services for $235,548 for 10/6/2023 – 6/30/2023
6.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations $9,284,266, Housing Inspection Software $150,000, sidewalk Repair Project $1,181,266, Whistleblower Hotline $100,000, Library Technology Roadmap $100,000. Berkeley Marina Docks D & E Replacement Project $7,753,00
7.Fong, IT – Amend Contract No. 9791 add $279,750 total $900,750 for 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2023 with Environmental Systems Research Institute, Inc. for Enterprise Graphical Information system (GIS) Software License Maintenance and Support
8.Fong, IT - Modify Contract No. 114382-1, add $115,016 total $261,922 from 7/1/2014 – 6/30/2026
AGENDA on ACTION:
9.Sprague, Fire – Ambulance Transport Fee Increase
10.Klein, Planning – Amendments to title 23 ADU Ordinance – (on 9-19-2023 the council was split 4 to 4, Councilmember Harrison was away representing the City at a conference)
11.Friedrichsen, Budget Manager – Berkeley’s Financial Condition (FY 2012 – FY 2021) Pension Liabilities and Infrastructure Needs
INFORMATION REPORTS:
12.Oyekanmi, Finance – Sanctuary City Contracting Compliance Report for FY 2023
13.Louis, Police - Update on the Implementation of Fair and Impartial Policing Task Force Recommendations

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LAND USE CALENDAR PUBLIC HEARINGS:

705 Euclid Avenue (new single family dwelling) 9/26/2023
1598 University Avenue (Construct 8-story mixed-use building) – date 9/26/2023
3000 Shattuck Avenue (Construct 10-story mixed-use building) – TBD

WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:

October 10 at 4 pm Potential Changes & Enhancements to the City Council Legislative Process
November 2, 2023 - Draft Waterfront Specific Plan
Proposed December 5, 2023 – Re-Imagining Public Safety Update – ( to be the only action item of the evening, Wengraf and Arreguin will be absent on December 5)

UNSCHEDULED WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS

Fire Department Standards of Coverage & Community Risk Assessment
Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation
Presentation on Homelessness/Re-Housing/Thousand-Person Plan

PAST MEETINGS with reports worth reading:

May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report, Wildfire Prevention Plan https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-special-meeting-eagenda-may-16-2023-6-pm
June 20 (WS) - Climate Action Plan & Resilience Update, Berkeley Economic Dashboards Update reports available https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas/city-council-2023-06-20

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Worth Noting:
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
The City Council Agenda for October 3, 2023 is available for comment. Item 10 Amendments to title 23 ADU Ordinance is back for a vote (on 9-19-2023 the council was split 4 to 4, Councilmember Harrison was away representing the City at a conference).
The go to meetings in bold are Tuesday-Council appeal of 1598 University, Wednesday-Environment and Climate and Disaster and Fire Safety Commissions, Thursday-Community Health Commission.

Tuesday:
- At 2:30 pm the Agenda Committee meets in the Hybrid format.
- At 5 pm the Council meets in closed session.
- At 6 pm Council hears 2-ZAB appeals 705 Euclid and 1598 University.
- At 6 pm the Zero Waste Commission meets in person.
Wednesday:
- At 3 pm the 4x4 Committee meets in the Hybrid format.
- At 6 pm the Civic Arts Commission meets in person.
- At 6 pm the Environment and Climate Commission meets in person on green building policy, native plants and pesticide reduction.
- At 6 pm the PAB meets in the Hybrid format.
- At 7 pm the Disaster and Fire Safety Commission meets in person on the Local Hazard Mitigation Plan, density on Shattuck/Adeline and biolabs
Thursday:
- At 6:30 pm the Community Health Commission meets in person on Environmental Justice, Long term care oversight and light pollution.
- At 7 pm the ZAB meets in the Hybrid format with a house addition, Pacific School of Religion and a car wash on the agenda.

Activist’s Diary for week ending September 17, 2023 https://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com/issue/2023-09-02/article/50412?headline=A-BERKELEY-ACTIVIST-S-DIARY-week-ending-Sept.-17--Kelly-Hammargren

Bay Area SunShares Solar Discount Program is open from September 1 – November 15, 2023.
Register at: https://www.bayareasunshares.org/
If you know someone needing assistance with overdue water bills, refer them to the Low Income Household Waster Assistance Program (LIWAP) Program has been extended, however, applications need to be submitted asap https://www.ebmud.com/customers/customer-assistance-program/financial-relief-customers-behind-water-bills-during-pandemic
Directions with links to ZOOM support for activating Closed Captioning and Save Transcript are at the bottom of this calendar.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS

Sunday, September 24, 2023 – no City meetings or events found
Monday, September 25, 2023 – Yom Kippur – no City Meetings
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TUESDAY, September 26, 2023

AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1611609558
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 160 9558
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 10/10//2023 draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda below at the end of the list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Workssessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, REFERRED ITEMS FOR REVIEW: 8.a. Discussion of Potential Changes to City Council Legislative Process, 8.b. Discussion Regarding Design and Strengthening of Policy Committees Process and Structure (Including Budget Referrals) UNSCHEDULED ITEMS: 9. Modifications or Improvements to City Council Meeting Procedures, 10. Strengthening and Supporting City Commission: Guidance on Development of Legislative Proposals, 11. Discussion and Recommendations on the Continued Use of the Berkeley Considers Online Engagement Portal. https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules

CITY COUNCIL Closed Session at 5 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1614522259
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 452 2259
AGENDA: 1. Conference with legal counsel – anticipated litigation, a. Claim of D.L. Falk Construction Inc.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas

CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1611020299
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 102 0299
AGENDA: 1. ZAB Appeal: 705 Euclid Ave, Use Permit #ZP2022-0104 to construct a new 3-story 4,528 sq ft single family dwelling with 2 parking spaces and associated retaining walls located in the setbacks on a 6,024 sq ft vacant lot. Project is in Hillside Overlay in Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone 2, 2. ZAB Appeal: 1598 University, Use Permit ZP#2022-0099 to demolish a non-residential building and construct a 127,472 sq ft, 8-story (89 feet 2 inches) mixed-use residential building with 207 dwelling units (21 very low-income), 5,943 sq ft commercial space, 39 automobile parking spaces, 92 parking spaces, utilizing State Density Bonus.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas

ZERO WASTE COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: 1326 Allston Way, City of Berkeley Corporation Yard Ratcliff Building, Willow Room
AGENDA: 6:30 pm – 6. Staff Updates Progress on SB-1383 Implementation, SUDs Ordinance Enforcement, Plastic Bag Ordinance, Staffing, Discussion/Action Items: 6:50 pm – 1 Berkeley Food Network Presentation, 7:05 pm – 2. Strategic Plan Progress, 7:40 pm – Report out from the Sub-Committee to Review Green Building Requirements, 7:50 pm – Discuss Legislative Updates.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zero-waste-commission
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WEDNESDAY, September 27, 2023

4x4 JOINT TASK FORCE COMMITTEE on HOUSING at 3 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Cypress Room, 1st Floor
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1615140325?pwd=Z3N1c1JDeVVaK2RMT1k0N0lHcXUydz09
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252
Meeting ID: 161 514 0325 Passcode: 065975
AGENDA: 6. Discussion recent eviction activities, 7. Demolition Ordinance, 8. Update on Ronald V. Dellums Fair Chance Access to Housing Ordinance, 9. Meeting schedule.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/4x4-joint-task-force-committee-housing

CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Russell, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library
AGENDA: 6. Presentations, Discussion & Action: a) Recommendation approve Nigel Sussman Mural for Fire Station 5, b) Presentation Utility Box Mural Program recommendations, c) Recommend Masako Miki wall project, Recommendation reject all proposals for sculpture opportunity,
d) Recommendation integration of public art into the Waterfront Specific Plan, e) Update - Queen Shamiram Sculpture (not happening)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission

DISASTER and FIRE SAFETY COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 997 Cedar, Fire Department Training Center
AGENDA: 5. Request that the Commission forward the Janice Thomas August 27, 2023 letter “RE: State Fire Marshal’s Recommendation for Panoramic Hill” to City Council, UC Berkeley President and the UC President and Board, 6. Staff presentation on 2024 Local Hazard Mitigation Plan Update process, 7. Discussion on impact of increased density due to new developments along Shattuck/Adeline, 8. Discussion on biolabs and other large facilities, hazardous materials contained therein and potential emergency response impacts and challenges, 9. Discussion to write a Commendation to Chief Sprague for the Master Facilities Plan, 10. Update on the City’s progress of evaluating and regulating non-ductile concrete structures.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/disaster-and-fire-safety-commission

ENVIRONMENT and CLIMATE COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 7. Updated Environment & Climate Commission calendar, 8. Presentation & Discussion Municipal Energy Use and Green Building Policy a. Green Building and LEED Requirements – Resolution #62284, b. Energy Commission FY 2023-2024 Budget Recommendation – 11/30/2022 Council report, 9. Presentation & Discussion: Native Plants & Pesticide Reduction Subcommittee
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/environment-and-climate-commission

POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD (PAB) at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82653396072
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 826 5339 6072
AGENDA: 3. Public Comment is taken at the beginning and end of meeting not with agenda items. Comment may be on anything within the jurisdiction of the PAB including evening agenda, 5. ODPA Staff report – introduction of Carianna Arredondo, assistant to the City Manager for Reimagining Public safety, 6. Chair and Board Reports, 7. Chief Report on crime/cases of interest, community engagement/department events, staffing, training and other items of interest, 9, a. Presentation of new policy complaints, 10. Public comment, 11. Closed Session.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
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THURSDAY, September 28, 2023

COMMUNITY HEALTH COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
In-Person: 2939 Ellis, Judge Henry Ramsey Jr. South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: Presentation – Sarah Moore on City of Berkeley, Planning Department on Environmental Justice Plan, Discussion and Action items: 7. Council referral on Long Term Care Facility Oversight, 8. Light Pollution
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/community-health-commission

ZONING ADJUSTMENTS BOARD (ZAB) at 7 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81499010985
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 814 9901 0985
AGENDA: 2. 2424 Jefferson – on consent - Use Permit #ZP2023-0082 to demolish a portion of a rear deck and construct a 26 sq ft addition to an existing single-family dwelling on a lot that exceeds lot coverage standards
3. 1798 Scenic Avenue – on consent – Use Permit Modification #ZP2023-0086 to modify the project originally approved under ZP#2021-0106 to change the ground floor use of Holbrook Hall at the Pacific School of Religion for higher education to a middle school. There are no changes proposed to the enrollment capacity. In Hillside Overly, Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone 2,
4. 2996 Telegraph at Ashby – on action – Use Permit #ZP2020-0055 to construct a 1704 sq ft self-service car wash, includes a gas station, quick food service and convenience store, new 165-foot long wall at the west and north property lines, two new EV charging stations
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zoning-adjustments-board

Saturday, September 30, 2023 - no City meetings or events found
Sunday, October 1, 2023 - no City meetings or events found

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AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm, September 26, 2023
DRAFT AGENDA for October 10, 2023
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1611609558
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 160 9558
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas

AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.
2.Hollander, Economic Development – Write-off of a delinquent revolving loan fund (RLF) Balance of $25,000 oved by Kidventurez, Inc.
3.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitation and requests for RFP
4.Warhuus, HHCS – Revenue Contracts: Aging Services Programs, FY 2024-2026, a. Congregate Meals $213,000, b. Home Delivered Meals $440,000, Family Caregiver Support Program $126,500, d. Senior Center Activities $136,000, e. Information and assistance Services $460,000
5.Warhuus, HHCS – Amend Contract add $10,760 total $139,400 with City Data Services to Develop and maintain Homelessness Prevention reporting module in online data management utilized by HHCS
6.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Establish classification and salary range for Graphic Designer hourly $39.5233 - $48.5000 annually $82,208.4870 - $100,880.0000
7.Klein, Planning – Contract $128,375 from 12/1/2023 – 11/31/2028 with EdgeSoft for Data Automation Services and Support for Toxics Management Division
8.Louis, Police – Contract (appears to be amendment though not listed as such) for $344,500 total not to exceed $425,000 with Flock Safety to provide ALPR Cameras Services and extend term to two years from date of implementations,
9.Garland, Public Works – Amend Contract #32300191 add $150,000 total $260,000 with Pacific Site Management for Landscaping Services for Public works and HHCS
10.Garland, Public works – Amend Contract #108037-1 add $350,000 total $480,000 with MSR Mechanical, LLC for on-call heating, ventilation and air conditioning services
11.Garland, Public Works – Grant Application to BART for $2,300,000 from the Safe Routes to BART (SR2B) Grant Program to help close the funding gap for construction of safety-related improvements to the Ohlone Greenway
12.Garland, Public Works – Purchase Order: $2,050,000 for four Front Loaders with Western Truck Center
13.Elmwood BID Advisory Board – Renewal of the Elmwood Ave. BID (Business Improvement District for 2024 Calendar Year
14.Solano Avenue BID Advisory Board - Renewal of the Solano Ave. BID for 2024 Calendar Year
INFORMATION REPORTS:
15.Hollander, Economic Development - FY 2024 Civic Arts Grants Awards

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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for Regular 6 pm Meeting on October 3, 2023
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1600539994
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 053 9994
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas

AGENDA on CONSENT:

2nd reading – Utility easement: Bolivar Drive – EBMUD, Adopt 2nd reading of Ordinance No. 7,883-N.S. to convey utility easement to EBMUD along Bolivar Drive at Aquatic Park

705 Euclid Avenue (new single family dwelling) 9/26/2023
1598 University Avenue (Construct 8-story mixed-use building) – date 9/26/2023
3000 Shattuck Avenue (Construct 10-story mixed-use building) – TBD

WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:

October 10 at 4 pm Potential Changes & Enhancements to the City Council Legislative Process
November 2, 2023 - Draft Waterfront Specific Plan
Proposed December 5, 2023 – Re-Imagining Public Safety Update – ( to be the only action item of the evening, Wengraf and Arreguin will be absent on December 5)

UNSCHEDULED WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS

Fire Department Standards of Coverage & Community Risk Assessment
Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation
Presentation on Homelessness/Re-Housing/Thousand-Person Plan

PAST MEETINGS with reports worth reading:

May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report, Wildfire Prevention Plan https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-special-meeting-eagenda-may-16-2023-6-pm
June 20 (WS) - Climate Action Plan & Resilience Update, Berkeley Economic Dashboards Update reports available https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas/city-council-2023-06-20

September 17 - September 24, 2023
Worth Noting:
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/

Sunday:
- From 10 am – 2 pm is the Fire Ready Festival at Live Oak Park
- At 12 noon is the test of citywide warning system
Monday:
- At 10:30 the Public safety Committee meets in the hybrid format
- At 2:30 pm the Agenda Committee meets in the hybrid format
- At 4:30 pm the City Council meets in closed session
Tuesday:
- At 3 pm the Civic Arts Public Art Subcommittee meets online
- At 6 pm the City Council meets in the hybrid format
Wednesday: At 7 pm the Commission on the Status of Women meets in person
Thursday:
- At 7 pm the FCPC/OGC meets in person
- At 6:30 pm the DRC meets in person
- At 7 pm the Mental Health Commission meets in person
- At 7 pm the Transportation and Infrastructure Commission meets in person
- At 6 pm the Board of Library Trustees meets in person
- At 7 pm the Rent Board meets in the hybrid format
Friday: At 7:15 pm the movie in the park is The War With Grandpa
Saturday:
- From 9 am – 12 pm is Coastal CleanUp Day
- From 9 am – 1:30 pm is tree planting at Ohlone Park.
- From 11 am – 1 pm is the Waterfront Specific Plan Open House
- At 1:30 pm is the new equipment ribbon cutting at the Ohlone Park Playground

Bay Area SunShares Solar Discount Program is open from September 1 – November 15, 2023.
Register at: https://www.bayareasunshares.org/

Free on-day household hazardous waste drop-off event in Albany, Sunday, September 24, Event is full

Library Service Survey https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/CABERKE/bulletins/36ee2d5

If you know someone needing assistance with overdue water bills, refer them to the Low Income Household Waster Assistance Program (LIWAP) Program has been extended, however, applications need to be submitted asap https://www.ebmud.com/customers/customer-assistance-program/financial-relief-customers-behind-water-bills-during-pandemic

Directions with links to ZOOM support for activating Closed Captioning and Save Transcript are at the bottom of this calendar.

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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS

Sunday, September 17, 2023

FIRE READY FESTIVAL from 10 am – 2 pm
In-Person: At Live Oak Park, 1301 Shattuck
https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/CABERKE/bulletins/36f3c40

Monday, September 18, 2023

CITY COUNCIL - PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE at 10:30 am
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1604354226
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 435 4226
AGENDA: 2. Audit Recommendation Status – City of Berkeley Police Department.
Audit Recommendation Status presented to Budget and Finance Committee on September 14, 2023 https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/legislative-body-meeting-attachments/2023-09-14%20Budget%20Committee%20Item%2007%20Audit%20Recommendation%20%28Presentation%29.pdf
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-public-safety

AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1611095018
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 109 5018
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 3/21/2023 draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda below at the end of the list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Workssessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, REFERRED ITEMS FOR REVIEW: 8.a. Discussion of Potential Changes to City Council Legislative Process, 8.b. Discussion Regarding Design and Strengthening of Policy Committees Process and Structure (Including Budget Referrals) UNSCHEDULED ITEMS: 9. Modifications or Improvements to City Council Meeting Procedures, 10. Strengthening and Supporting City Commission: Guidance on Development of Legislative Proposals, 11. Discussion and Recommendations on the Continued Use of the Berkeley Considers Online Engagement Portal.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules

CITY COUNCIL Closed Session at 4:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1610332476
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 033 2476
AGENDA: 1.a. Workers Comp ADJ15348795 and ADJ15456130, b. Workers Comp #Ber2200121
c. Rena Fisher, Kathi Pugh, and Helen Walsh v. City of Berkeley, d. Harrison v Martinez et al. Alameda Co Superior Court #22CV09169, 2. Conference with Real Property Negotiators 921-927 Parker Street.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas

Tuesday, September 19, 2023

CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION Public Art Subcommittee at 3 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1601608901
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252
Meeting ID: 160 160 8901
AGENDA: Discussion with possible action a) Mural for Fire Station #5, b) Approval of selected artwork proposals for Aquatic Park, c) Queen Shamiram Donation, d) Staff report.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission

CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1609353651
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 935 3651
AGENDA: Use the link and choose the html option or see the agenda listed at the end of the calendar.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas

Wednesday, September 20, 2023

COMMISSION on the STATUS of WOMEN at 7 pm
In-Person: At 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 7. Presentation from National Housing Law Project on Abuse and Exploitation of Older Weomen in the Housing Market, 8. Discussion on how commission recommendations are made to Council, 9. Recommendation to Council on development of sex trafficking resources in Berkeley, 10. Development of subcommittees, 11. Finalize workplan.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-status-women

Commission on Aging usually meets the 3rd Wednesday at 1:30 pm at the North Berkeley Senior Center. As of 3:30 pm Saturday, September 16, 2023 there is no posted meeting.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-aging

Commission on Labor usually meets the 3rd Wednesday at 7 pm at the South Berkeley Senior Center. As of 3:30 pm Saturday, September 16, 2023 there is no posted meeting.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-labor

Human Welfare and Community Action Commission usually meets the 3rd Wednesday at 7 pm at the South Berkeley Senior Center. As of 3:30 pm Saturday, September 16, 2023 there is no posted meeting.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/human-welfare-and-community-action-commission

Thursday, September 21, 2023

FAIR CAMPAIGN PRACTICES COMMISSION (FCPC) / OPEN GOVERNMENT COMMISSION (OGC) at 6:30 pm
In-Person: At 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: FCPC 6. Berkeley Election Reform Act (BERA) Clean-Up Amendments to ensure consistency with Contribution Limit Cost of Living Adjustment, 7. Report from subcommittee on contribution limits under BMC 2.12.415, OGV 9. Letter from Jim McGrath raising concerns regarding compliance with the Open Government Ordinance, Public Records Act and Brown Act., 10. Report from subcommittee reviewing policies and practices related to City Council meeting public commenting, access and public participation.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/fair-campaign-practices-commission

DEISGN REVIEW COMMITTEE (DRC) at 6:30 pm (note new time)
In-Person: At 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Aspen Room
AGENDA: 2480 Bancroft Way – Final Design Review – demolish 1-story retail building and construct 8-story 95 feet mixed use building with 2,066 sq ft commercial and 28 dwelling units including 2 very low income units, Communications North Berkeley Housing Project 9/11/2023 presentation documents.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/design-review-committee

MENTAL HEALTH COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: At 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Poppy Room
AGENDA: 3. SCU update, 4. Discussion of the implications for Berkeley of the CARE Act, which is described in the DHCS/JC/CalHHS, 5. Review and vote of draft letter regarding the MHC recommendation on MHSA “Mobile Encampment Wellness Project, 6. Subcommittee reports, 7. Create a subcommittee concerning the Governor’s plan for “Transformation of Behavioral Health Services, 8. Summary on the state agenda for changing the state public behavioral health system.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/mental-health-commission

TRANSPORTATION and INFRASTRUCTURE COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: At 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Dining Room
AGENDA Discussion/Action: 1. Jeronimus Alley Naming Recommendation – renaming 5 ½ street, an alley that runs parallel to 5th and 6th streets between Camelia and Virginia, 2. City of Berkeley’s Street Rehabilitation Five Year Plan for Fiscal Years 2024 – 2028 includes staff presentation of plan.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/transportation-and-infrastructure-commission

BOARD of LIBRARY TRUSTEES Special Meeting at 6 pm
In-Person: At 1125 University, West Branch
AGENDA: II. Action Trustee Interviews
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees

RENT BOARD at 7 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81315510979?pwd=LytGV2RZUDNrNVl4NHRJWkhHcVhSUT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 813 1551 0979 Passcode: 101882
AGENDA: 6. Special Presentation 2022 Berkeley Tenant Survey Summary Report, 7. Special Presentation: State Legislative Report, 9. Appeal Case No. T-6014 (2425 Fulton, Unit 4).
https://rentboard.berkeleyca.gov/elected-rent-board/rent-board-meetings

Friday, September 22, 2023

MOVIES in the PARK, THE WAR WITH GRANDPA from 7:15 pm – 9 pm
At 1201 Euclid, Cordornices Park
Bring blankets, sleeping bags and/or low-back beach chairs with maximum height of 9 inches off the ground. A flashlight or headlamp makes walking out at the end of the night easier. This is an alcohol-free event.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/movies-park-war-grandpa

Saturday, September 23, 2023

TREE PLANTING from 9 am – 1:30 pm
OHLONE PARK PLAYGROUND RIBBON CUTTING at 1:30 pm following tree planting
At Ohlone Park between Milvia and Bonita
For tree planting wear closed-toed shoes and wear clothes that are okay to get a little dirty.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/ohlone-park-playgrounds-ribbon-cutting-and-tree-planting

CALIFORNIA COASTAL CLEANUP DAY from 9 am – 12 pm
Pre-Register at: https://rec.berkeleyca.gov/CA/berkeley-ca/catalog/index/c0b08bcfedb1adf2347c415e83e356f8?filter=c2VhcmNoPUNhbGlmb3JuaWE=
Meet at 160 University
Bring a bucket or reusable bag, a pair of lightweight gardening gloves and a filled, reusable water bottle.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/california-coastal-cleanup-day

WATERFRONT SPECIFIC PLAN OPEN HOUSE from 11 am – 1 pm
At 160 University, Nature Center at Shorebird Park
Read the Waterfront Specific Plan at https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/documents/WSP%20PUBLIC%20DRAFT%202023-09-11%20v2.pdf
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/waterfront-specific-plan-open-house

Sunday, September 24, 2023

The special Hazardous Waste Drop-off event required pre-registration – all appointments are full.
Dropping off Hazardous Household waste at the Alameda County Household Hazardous Waste site at 2100 East 7th Street, Oakland 94606 does not require an appointment. Check the website for days and hours for drop-off.
https://www.stopwaste.org/at-home/household-hazardous-waste/residential-hhw-drop-off-service/oakland-hhw-facility

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AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm, September 18, 2023
DRAFT AGENDA for October 3, 2023
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1611095018
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 109 5018
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas

AGENDA on CONSENT:

2nd reading – Utility easement: Bolivar Drive – EBMUD, Adopt 2nd reading of Ordinance No. 7,883-N.S. to convey utility easement to EBMUD along Bolivar Drive at Aquatic Park

2.Robinson – Appointment to Police Accountability Board (PAB)
3.Radu, City Manager Office – Revenue Contract with City of Emeryville for Animal Care Services for $235,548 for 10/6/2023 – 6/30/2023
4.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations
5.Fong, IT – Amend Contract No. 9791 add $279,750 total $900,750 for 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2023 with Environmental Systems Research Institute, Inc. for Enterprise Graphical Information system (GIS) Software License Maintenance and Support
6.Fong, IT - Modify Contract No. 114382-1, add $115,016 total $261,922 from 7/1/2014 – 6/30/2026
AGENDA on ACTION:
7.Sprague, Fire – Ambulance Transport Fee Increase
8.Friedrichsen, Budget Manager – Berkeley’s Financial Condition (FY 2012 – FY 2021) Pension Liabilities and Infrastructure Needs
INFORMATION REPORTS:
9.Oyekanmi, Finance – Sanctuary City Contracting Compliance Report for FY 2023
10.Louis, Police - Update on the Implementation of Fair and Impartial Policing Task Force Recommendations

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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for Regular 6 pm Meeting on September 19, 2023
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1609353651
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 935 3651
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas

AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.Radu, City Manager’s Office – Amend Contract #32200202 add $5,362,043 total $8,367,313 extending lease at 1461 University for interim non-congregate shelter program at this location
2.Radu, City Manager’s Office – Contract with Housing Consortium of the East Bay (HCEB) to operate shelter at 1461 University, Rodeway Inn.
3.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations and Request for Proposals $22,472,259, Berkeley Fire Station Landscape Project $172,259, Street Rehab $14,000,000. Berkeley Water Transportation Ferry Pier Project Traffic & Parking $150,000, Berkeley Water Transportation Ferry Pier Project Design $5,800,000, Berkeley Water Transportation Project EIR $2,200,000, TOTAL for PIER & FERRY $8,150,000, HARD HATS labor compliance consultant $150,000
4.Oyekanmi, Finance – 2024 Tax Rate: Transportation Network Company User Tax (Uber, Lyft, etc) 56.162 cents individual, $27.424 pooled for rides originating in Berkeley
5.Warhuus, HHCS – Contract $2,802,400 through 6/30/2028 with Options Recovery Services for encampment-based mobile wellness center project
6.Warhuus, HHCS – Authorize Lease 830 University to Lifelong Medical Care
7.Louis, Police – Revenue Grant $269,000 accept Selective Traffic Enforcement Program (STEP) grant with CA Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) period 10/1/2023 – 9/30/2023
8.Louis, Police – Revenue Grant $59,168 accept Cannabis Tax Fund Grant Program (CTFGP) with CA Highway Patrol period 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2023
9.Garland, Public Works – 5 year License Agreement with RM Ventures, LLC, d.b.a. In the Wood Grill & Bar for nonexclusive use of the Elmwood Parking Lot Pedestrian Paseo
10.Garland, Public Works – Amend Contract #32200073 add $508,602 total $1,790,213 and extend from 12/31/2023 to 6/30/2025 with Toole Design Group for engineering design and construction for Southside Complete Streets Project
11.Garland, Public Works – Agreement with Goldsmiths for Strawberry Creek Culvert Repair authorizing cost sharing agreement and release of claims for 10/24/2021 failed culvert under both City right of way and private property, City share $75,000
12.Garland, Public Works – Amend Agreement for Maintenance of State Highways between City and CA Dept of Transportation for new pedestrian hybrid beacon at San Pablo and Virginia, San Pablo and Hearst and new rapid rectangular flashing beacon (RRFB) at Ashby and California
13.Garland, Public Works – Amend Contract #9977C add $1,650,000 total $3,700,000 and extend to 6/30/2029 with Portable Computer Systems dba PCS Mobile for parking and citation services
14.Garland, Public Works – Amend Contracts #32000078 add $300,000 total $475,000 and #32000093 add $100,000 total $600,000 with DC Electric Group, Inc for on-call electric services
15.Garland, Public Works – Contract $375,000 with Turnstone Data, Inc for parking data analytics services period 1/1/2024 to 12/31/2026
16.Arreguin, so-sponsor Hahn, Harrison – Budget Referral $200,000 to November AAO#1with Measure P funds to Berkeley Food Network for FY 2023-2024
AGENDA on ACTION:
17.Klein, Planning – Amendments to Title 23 relating to ADUs to conform to State Law and respond to guidance from CA Dept of Housing and Community Development
18.Arreguin & Robinson, co-sponsor Wengraf – Authorizing City Attorney to Submit an Amicus Brief in Support of the UC Regents in Make UC a Good Neighbor v. Regents of UC
19.Kesarwani, co-sponsor Taplin, Robinson, Wengraf – Referral to City Manager to rezone Gilman from existing Manufacturing (M) to Manufacturing, Research and Development (M-RD) for the planned Pacific Steel Casting site development and to extend the West Berkeley Commercial Zone from Gilman and Ninth West and to refer $250,000 to the FY 2024-2025 for consulting services to assist with the planning process and associated environmental review and economic analyses. (The project plan thus far is to “cap” the toxic waste and build on top of it)
INFORMATION REPORTS:
20.Brown, City Attorney - Settlement of California River Watch of Intent to File Suit

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LAND USE CALENDAR PUBLIC HEARINGS:

705 Euclid Avenue (new single family dwelling) 9/26/2023
1598 University Avenue (Construct 8-story mixed-use building) – date 9/26/2023
3000 Shattuck Avenue (Construct 10-story mixed-use building) – TBD

WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:

October 3, 2023 - Staff report on Berkeley's financial condition
October 10 at 4 pm Potential Changes & Enhancements to the City Council Legislative Process
November 2, 2023 - Draft Waterfront Specific Plan

UNSCHEDULED WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS

Proposed December 5, 2023 – Re-Imagining Public Safety Update
Fire Department Standards of Coverage & Community Risk Assessment
Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation
Presentation on Homelessness/Re-Housing/Thousand-Person Plan

PAST MEETINGS with reports worth reading:

May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report, Wildfire Prevention Plan https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-special-meeting-eagenda-may-16-2023-6-pm
June 20 (WS) - Climate Action Plan & Resilience Update, Berkeley Economic Dashboards Update reports available https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas/city-council-2023-06-20

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Berkeley Daily Planet postings are currently on hold while the editor recovers from an injury: www.berkeleydailyplanet.com

September 10 - September 17, 2023
Worth Noting:
City Council returns from summer recess on Tuesday. It is getting busy.

The Go To meetings of the week are in bold and underlined. The agenda for parks is unknown

Sunday: Solano Stroll from 10 am – 5 pm
Monday:
- At 3 pm City Council meets in closed session.
- From 6 – 8 pm the North Berkeley Housing presentation is in-person.
- At 6:30 pm the Youth Commission meets in person.
- At 7 pm the Peace and Justice Commission meets in person.
- At 7 pm the Personnel Board meets in person.
Tuesday: At 6 pm City Council meets in the hybrid format with only one action item, should the land in front of the Maudelle Shirek Building (Old City Hall) be designated as a linear park?
Wednesday:
- At 5 pm the Commission on Disability meets in person.
- At 7 pm the Parks, Recreation and Waterfront Commission is scheduled to meet, not documents, not agenda or location have been posted as 3 pm Saturday.
Thursday:
- At 10 am the Budget Committee meets in the hybrid format.
- At 6:30 pm the PAB meets in the hybrid format.
- At 7 pm the Zoning adjustment Board meets the hybrid format presentation and comments for the EIR on the Solid Waste and Recycling Transfer Station is the only action item.
Friday: From 9 am – 12 pm the Climate Emergency Mobilization Task Force (CEMTF) webinar is on Climate & Indigenous Leadership
Saturday: From 10 am – 2 pm the Fire Ready Festival is at Live Oak Park

The City Council Regular Meeting Agenda for September 19, 2023 is available for comment.
Check the City website for postings on short notice at https://berkeleyca.gov/

Bay Area SunShares Solar Discount Program is open from September 1 – November 15, 2023.
Register at: https://www.bayareasunshares.org/

Free on-day household hazardous waste drop-off event in Albany, Sunday, September 24, appointment required sign-up early. https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/news/free-one-day-household-hazardous-waste-drop-event-albany-sunday-sept-24

Library Service Survey https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/CABERKE/bulletins/36ee2d5

If you know someone needing assistance with overdue water bills, refer them to the Low Income Household Waster Assistance Program (LIWAP) Program has been extended, however, applications need to be submitted asap https://www.ebmud.com/customers/customer-assistance-program/financial-relief-customers-behind-water-bills-during-pandemic

e-Bike rewards/purchase discount program for Richmond-San Rafael Bridge
https://www.rsrebikecommute.org/s/

Berkeley Daily Planet postings are currently on hold while the editor recovers from an injury: www.berkeleydailyplanet.com

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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS

Sunday, September 10, 2023

SOLANO STROLL from 10 am – 5 pm
https://www.solanoavenueassn.org/events/solano-avenue-stroll/

Monday, September 11, 2023

CITY COUNCIL Closed Session at 3 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1613787641
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 378 7641
AGENDA: 1. Conference with Labor Negotiators, employee organizations: Fire Fighters Association Local 1227 I.A.F.F., Fire Fighters Association Local 1227 I.A.F.F. Fire Chiefs, Berkeley Police Association, SEIU 1021 Community Services and Part-Time Recreation Activity Leaders, SEIU 1021 Maintenance and Clerical, PEU Local 1, Unrepresented Employees, 2. Employee Performance Evaluation City Attorney.
https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-closed-meeting-eagenda-september-11-2023

BART PRESENTATION and OPEN HOUSE from 6 pm – 8 pm
In-Person: At 1701 San Pablo
AGENDA: Presentation from 6 pm – 7 pm followed with open house from 7 pm – 8 pm to provide feedback on Updated/Revised Design and draft Objective Design Standards
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/north-berkeley-bart-presentation-and-open-house

PEACE and JUSTICE COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: At 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 8. Discussion on a Possible Forum Regarding Japan’s Release of readioactive water in the Pacific, now and for the next 30 years
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/peace-and-justice-commission

PERSONNEL BOARD at 7 pm
In-Person: 1301 Shattuck, Live Oak Community Center, Creekside Room
AGENDA: V. Recommendation to Establish Classification and Salary Range – Graphic Designer
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/personnel-board

YOUTH COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
In-Person: At 1730 Oregon
AGENDA: 10. Commission Workplan 2023-2024.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/youth-commission

Tuesday, September 12, 2023

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for Regular 6 pm Meeting on September 12, 2023
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1606796328
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 679 6328
AGENDA: Agenda follows calendar of meetings or use link and choose HTML to view the agenda and choose which agenda items you wish to open to see the documents.
https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-regular-meeting-eagenda-september-12-2023

Wednesday, September 13, 2023

COMMISSION on DISABILITY (CoD) at 5 PM
In-Person: At 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Aspen Room
AGENDA: Staff Updates: 2. ADA Program Coordinator reply to ADA Title III complaints, 3. Messages to CoD re Ohlone Greenway Project, Presentations: 1. Ohlone Greenway Project, 2. CA Commission on Disability Access
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-disability

PARKS, RECREATION, and WATERFRONT COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: not posted as of 3 pm 9/9/2023
AGENDA: not posted as of 3 pm 9/9/2023
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/parks-recreation-and-waterfront-commission

Thursday, September 14, 2023

BUDGET and FINANCE COMMITTEE at 10 am
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1612170326
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 217 0326
AGENDA: 2. Oyekanmi, Finance – Accept the Risk Analysis for Long-Term Debt (Bonding Capacity) Report provided by Government Finance Officers Association, 3. Energy Commission – Recommendation on Climate, Building Electrification and Sustainable Transportation budget priorities staff positions, pilot projects, EV and charging stations, 4.a. Peace and Justice Commission – Refer to budget process two Health Educator Positions $150,000, 4.b. Refer back to commission, 5. Oyekanmi, Finance –Investment Report Update, 6. Warhuus, HHCS – COVID-19 Emergency Rental Assistance, Presentation from the Eviction Defense Center, 7. Louis – Audit Recommendation Status on BPD overtime and security work for outside entities, 8. Garland, Public Works - Audit Status fleet replacement.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-budget-finance

POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD Special Meeting Closed Session at 6:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87621762698
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 876 2176 2698
AGENDA: Conference with Labor Negotiators, Negotiator: Tim Davis, Burke, Williams & Sorensen, LLP, employee organization, Berkeley Police Association.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board

ZONING ADJUSTMENT BOARD at 7 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86341722178
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 of 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 863 4172 2178
AGENDA: 2701 Eighth – on consent - #ZP2022-0159 – to change protected industrial use to a non-industrial use within an existing catering business (Standard Fare) to a quick service restaurant with incidental service of beer and wine for on-site consumption and incidental retail sales of beer and wine for off-site consumption
3121 Sacramento – on consent – #ZP2023-0075 – to add service of distilled spirits incidental to food service at an existing restaurant, under a Type 47 ABC license
1201 Second / 699 Gilman – on action – Public Scoping session for EIR and Project Preview for Use Permit #ZP2021-0215 – to demolish existing City of Berkeley Solid Waste and Recycling Transfer Station (SWRTS) and replace with new SWRTS with 2 main buildings, 114,380 sq ft of gross floor area, 195,300 sq ft of unenclosed and paved area and 32,200 sq ft landscaped area.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zoning-adjustments-board

Friday, September 15, 2023 – Reduced Service Day

CLIMATE EMERGENCY MOBILIZATION TASK FORCE from 9 am – 12 pm
Online - Register At: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/climate-indigenous-leadership-registration-656180893717
AGENDA: Climate & Indigenous Leadership
https://www.cemtf.org/

Saturday, September 16, 2023

FIRE READY FESTIVAL from 10 am – 2 pm
In-Person: At Live Oak Park, 1301 Shattuck
https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/CABERKE/bulletins/36f3c40

Sunday, September 17, 2023 – no City meetings or events found

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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for Regular 6 pm Meeting on September 12, 2023
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1606796328
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 679 6328
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas

AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.Friedrichsen, Budget – Contract $130m176 with Downtown YMCA for Fitness Center Memberships for City Employees, 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2024
2.Ferris, Parks – Amend Contract #32200058 add $35,000 total $185,000 with ACI Payments, Inc for Recreation Online Registration System
3.Ferris, Parks – Stipend for Echo Lake Camp Staff approving $500/week stipend for certain Echo Lake Camp daily-rated staff working in the summer of 2023 starting 7/30/2023
4.Louis, Police – Amend Contract #10092-4 add $1,000,000 total $3,000,000 with Serological Research Institute (SERI) for DNA testing
5.Minutes
6.Establish 2024 City Council Meeting Schedule
7.Numainville, City Clerk - Appointment of new Police Accountability Board Member
8.Numainville, City Clerk – Contract $170,700 with NWestcoast Online Information Systems, Inc. dba NetFile for online campaign report, public financing and Form 700 Filing, processing, web posting, and tracking
9.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations and Request for Proposals $9,990,000 (Derelict Vessel/Debris $90,000, Sanitary Sewer The Alameda, Keeler, Euclid, et al $4,400,000, Sanitary Sewer Virginia, Parker et al $5,500,000
10.Sprague, Fire – Contract $600,000 with Swifthawk, LLC to provide project management and consulting services
11.Sprague, Fire – Amend Contract #32300094 add $228,000 total $308,000 with Restoration Family Counseling Center for Counseling Education and Support
12.Warhuus, HHCS – Accept Future of Public Health Funds from the State of California of $912,213 for each of the following fiscal years 2024, 2025, 2026
13.Warhuus, HHCS – Increase Taxi Scrip Redemption Window Cash Drawer from $15,000 to $20,000
14.Warhuus, HHCS – Contract $175,000 with The Housing Workshop for Social Housing Models & Market Analysis from 9/13/2023 – 9/13/2024
15.Warhuus, HHCS – Expenditure Contract: $289,011 with Persimmony International for ongoing system maintenance of web-based MediCal Administration Activities (MAA)and Targeted Case Management (TCM) documentation from 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2027
16.Warhuus, HHCS – Amend Contract #31900009 add $287,712 total $945,424 with Building Opportunities for Self-Sufficiency (BOSS) for McKinley House (2111 McKinley) and extend 2 years to 11/1/2025
17.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Contract $125,000 (1 year) with Sensis, Inc. for recruitment and marketing services with option to renew for $125,000 total $250,000 over 2 years
18.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Establish Classification and Salary Range for Lactation Counselor, hourly $41.1351 - $50.0000, annual $85,561.0080 - $104,000 in order to utilize grant funding for International Board Certified Lactation consultant (IBCLC)
19.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Revise Classification and Salary Range for Paramedic hourly $30.00 - $40.00 (currently $30 - $45 per hour) to offset unanticipated budgetary impacts due to overtime
20.Kouyoumdjian, HR – MOU Berkeley Police Association
21.Ferris, Parks – Grant Applications: Bipartisan Infrastructure Law(BIL) for Parks Improvement Projects amount up to $5,000,000 to the Clean California Local Grant Program (CCLGP) for the Tom Bates Fields Beautification Project
22.Ferris, Parks – Utility easement: Bolivar Drive – EBMUD along Bolivar Drive at Aquatic Park
23.Homeless Services Panel of Experts – Serving Inclement weather needs, RV dwellers, and other vehicle dwellers through Encampment Mobile Mental Health Wellness Team
24.Homeless Services Panel of Experts – Restore one monthly meeting
25.a. Homeless Service Panel of Experts - Accommodating Client Literacy and Cognitive Challenges in Community Agency Allocation Funding Process to include allocation funding RFP, b. Companion Report – take no action staff have already included RFP
26.Arreguin – Appoint Ayanna Davis to the Berkeley Housing Authority Board
27.Arreguin – Excused Absence for Kate Harrison
28.Tapin, co-sponsor Robinson – Letter to State Legislators requesting state budget allocations for capital improvements at San Pablo Park including Frances Albrier Community Center and San Pablo Park Pool
29.Taplin, co-sponsors Robinson, Humbert (reviewed by FITES) – 51B GART + University/Shattuck Corridor Mobility Improvements Referral to City Manager for feasibility analysis and community engagement process plus budget referrals $150,000 for FY 2024-2025 and $150,000 for FY 2025 – 2026
30.Harrison – Budget referral $100,000 to FY 2023 and FY 2024 AAO #1 to beautify Vacant Storefronts in Berkeley Commercial Districts
31.Hahn, co-sponsor Taplin – Budget referral $140,000 AAO #1 for Miyawaki “Pocket Forest” Pilot Program to Support Carbon Sequestration, Biodiversity, Cooling, Noise Reduction, Health, and Equity
AGENDA on ACTION:
32.Harrison – Designate Open Space adjacent to Old City Hall, Alameda County Berkeley Court House and City of Berkeley Public Safety Building as a Linear City Park pursuant to BMC 6.42
INFORMATION REPORTS:
33.LPO NOD: 60 Panoramic Way #LMIN2023-0001
34.LPO NOD: 1960 San Antonio Ave // 645 Arlington #LMSAP2022-0005
35.LPO NOD: 803 Delaware LMSAP2023-0002

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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for Regular 6 pm Meeting on September 19, 2023
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1609353651
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 935 3651
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas

AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.Radu, City Manager’s Office – Amend Contract #32200202 add $5,362,043 total $8,367,313 extending lease at 1461 University for interim non-congregate shelter program at this location
2.Radu, City Manager’s Office – Contract with Housing Consortium of the East Bay (HCEB) to operate shelter at 1461 University, Rodeway Inn.
3.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations and Request for Proposals $22,472,259, Berkeley Fire Station Landscape Project $172,259, Street Rehab $14,000,000. Berkeley Water Transportation Ferry Pier Project Traffic & Parking $150,000, Berkeley Water Transportation Ferry Pier Project Design $5,800,000, Berkeley Water Transportation Project EIR $2,200,000, TOTAL for PIER & FERRY $8,150,000, HARD HATS labor compliance consultant $150,000
4.Oyekanmi, Finance – 2024 Tax Rate: Transportation Network Company User Tax (Uber, Lyft, etc) 56.162 cents individual, $27.424 pooled for rides originating in Berkeley
5.Warhuus, HHCS – Contract $2,802,400 through 6/30/2028 with Options Recovery Services for encampment-based mobile wellness center project
6.Warhuus, HHCS – Authorize Lease 830 University to Lifelong Medical Care
7.Louis, Police – Revenue Grant $269,000 accept Selective Traffic Enforcement Program (STEP) grant with CA Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) period 10/1/2023 – 9/30/2023
8.Louis, Police – Revenue Grant $59,168 accept Cannabis Tax Fund Grant Program (CTFGP) with CA Highway Patrol period 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2023
9.Garland, Public Works – 5 year License Agreement with RM Ventures, LLC, d.b.a. In the Wood Grill & Bar for nonexclusive use of the Elmwood Parking Lot Pedestrian Paseo
10.Garland, Public Works – Amend Contract #32200073 add $508,602 total $1,790,213 and extend from 12/31/2023 to 6/30/2025 with Toole Design Group for engineering design and construction for Southside Complete Streets Project
11.Garland, Public Works – Agreement with Goldsmiths for Strawberry Creek Culvert Repair authorizing cost sharing agreement and release of claims for 10/24/2021 failed culvert under both City right of way and private property, City share $75,000
12.Garland, Public Works – Amend Agreement for Maintenance of State Highways between City and CA Dept of Transportation for new pedestrian hybrid beacon at San Pablo and Virginia, San Pablo and Hearst and new rapid rectangular flashing beacon (RRFB) at Ashby and California
13.Garland, Public Works – Amend Contract #9977C add $1,650,000 total $3,700,000 and extend to 6/30/2029 with Portable Computer Systems dba PCS Mobile for parking and citation services
14.Garland, Public Works – Amend Contracts #32000078 add $300,000 total $475,000 and #32000093 add $100,000 total $600,000 with DC Electric Group, Inc for on-call electric services
15.Garland, Public Works – Contract $375,000 with Turnstone Data, Inc for parking data analytics services period 1/1/2024 to 12/31/2026
16.Arreguin, so-sponsor Hahn, Harrison – Budget Referral $200,000 to November AAO#1with Measure P funds to Berkeley Food Network for FY 2023-2024
AGENDA on ACTION:
17.Klein, Planning – Amendments to Title 23 relating to ADUs to conform to State Law and respond to guidance from CA Dept of Housing and Community Development
18.Arreguin & Robinson, co-sponsor Wengraf – Authorizing City Attorney to Submit an Amicus Brief in Support of the UC Regents in Make UC a Good Neighbor v. Regents of UC
19.Kesarwani, co-sponsor Taplin, Robinson, Wengraf – Referral to City Manager to rezone Gilman from existing Manufacturing (M) to Manufacturing, Research and Development (M-RD) for the planned Pacific Steel Casting site development and to extend the West Berkeley Commercial Zone from Gilman and Ninth West and to refer $250,000 to the FY 2024-2025 for consulting services to assist with the planning process and associated environmental review and economic analyses. (The project plan thus far is to “cap” the toxic waste and build on top of it)
INFORMATION REPORTS:
20.Brown, City Attorney - Settlement of California River Watch of Intent to File Suit

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LAND USE CALENDAR PUBLIC HEARINGS:

705 Euclid Avenue (new single family dwelling) 9/26/2023
1598 University Avenue (Construct 8-story mixed-use building) – new date 9/26/2023
3000 Shattuck Avenue (Construct 10-story mixed-use building) – TBD

WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:

October 3, 2023 - Staff report on Berkeley's financial condition
October 10 at 4 pm Potential Changes & Enhancements to the City legislative process
Proposed November 2, 2023 - Draft Waterfront Specific Plan
Proposed November 30, 2023 – Re-Imagining Public Safety Update

UNSCHEDULED WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS

Fire Department Standards of Coverage & Community Risk Assessment
September 19 at 4 pm Being rescheduled - Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation
Presentation on Homelessness/Re-Housing/Thousand-Person Plan

PAST MEETINGS with reports worth reading:

May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report, Wildfire Prevention Plan https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-special-meeting-eagenda-may-16-2023-6-pm
June 20 (WS) - Climate Action Plan & Resilience Update, Berkeley Economic Dashboards Update reports available https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas/city-council-2023-06-20

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September 3 - September 10, 2023
Worth Noting:
City Council is scheduled to be on summer recess through September 11, 2023. It is going to get busy as Boards and Commissions resume meeting and local government gears up to complete work in anticipation of the November mid-year budget allocation.

The Go To meeting of the week is the Planning Commission on Wednesday with the Public Hearing on Modifying the Zoning for the Southside.

Sunday: From 11 am – 5 pm is the Bizerkeley Vegan Food Festival
Tuesday:
- At 10 am the Solano Business Improvement District meets virtually.
- At 2:30 pm the Agenda Committee meets in the hybrid format to plan the 9/19/2023 regular City Council 6 pm meeting.
Wednesday:
- At 5:30 pm the Planning Commission meets in person and conducts a hearing on Zoning modifications to the Southside on increased density and allowing inside building amenities to qualify as open space.
- At 6:30 pm the Library Trustees meet in person.
- At 7 pm the Disaster and Fire Safety Commission meets in person on Dispatch Needs Assessment and Fire Dept Facilities Master Plan.
Thursday:
- At 7 pm the Housing Advisory Commission meets in person.
- At 7 pm the Landmarks Preservation Commission meets in person.
Friday:
- At 9 am the Elmwood Business District meets in person.
- At 7:30 pm the Movie in the Park is VIVO.
Saturday: At 10 am the Berkeley Neighborhoods Council meets virtually.
Sunday: From 10 am – 5 pm Solano Stroll

The City Council Regular Meeting Agenda for September 12, 2023 is available for comment.
Check the City website for postings on short notice at https://berkeleyca.gov/

Bay Area SunShares Solar Discount Program is open from September 1 – November 15, 2023.
Register at: https://www.bayareasunshares.org/

Free on-day household hazardous waste drop-off event in Albany, Sunday, September 24, appointment required sign-up early. https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/news/free-one-day-household-hazardous-waste-drop-event-albany-sunday-sept-24

Free 8-week Quit smoking class starting Thursday, September 7. https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/free-quit-smoking-class

If you know someone needing assistance with overdue water bills, refer them to the Low Income Household Waster Assistance Program (LIWAP) Program has been extended, however, applications need to be submitted asap https://www.ebmud.com/customers/customer-assistance-program/financial-relief-customers-behind-water-bills-during-pandemic

e-Bike rewards/purchase discount program for Richmond-San Rafael Bridge
https://www.rsrebikecommute.org/s/

Berkeley Daily Planet postings are currently on hold while the editor recovers from an injury: www.berkeleydailyplanet.com

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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS

Sunday, September 3, 2023

BIZERKELY VEGAN FOOD FESTIVAL from 11 am – 5 pm
At 2727 Milvia, Sports Basement Parking lot
https://www.thebizerkeleyvegan.com/foodfest

Monday, September 4, 2023 - Labor Day Holiday

Tuesday, September 5, 2023

AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1613501789
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 350 1789
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 9/19/2023 – 6 pm Regular City Council Meeting – use link or read full draft agenda below at the end of the list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Worksessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review: None, Unscheduled Items: 8a. Discussion of Potential Changes to City Council Legislative Process, 8b. Discussion Regarding Design and Strengthening of Policy Committees Process and Structure (Including Budget Referrals), 9. Modifications or Improvements to City Council Meeting Procedures, 10. Strengthening and Supporting City Commission: Guidance on Development of Legislative Proposals, 11. Discussion and Recommendations on the Continued Use of the Berkeley Considers Online Engagement Portal.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules

SOLANO BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT Advisory Board at 10 am
Videoconference via Microsoft Teams: https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetupjoin/19%3ameeting_OTEzM2E3ZjEtOTQwZS00ZjU2LTk3N2ItODdlMjhlMDU1YjU0%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%2 2Tid%22%3a%22a750ed8b-1a22-4730-a100-9811b37d4d17%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%22d040ee21-d6d5-4cbf8437-58c322c069d5%22%7d
AGENDA: 4. Annual Report 2023 and Budget 2024.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/solano-avenue-business-improvement-district-advisory-board

Wednesday, September 6, 2023

DISASTER and FIRE SAFETY COMMISSION Special Meeting at 7 pm
In-Person: At 997 Cedar, Fire Department Division of Training Classroom
AGENDA: 1. Dispatch Needs Assessment, 2. Facilities Master Plan. (packet 243 pages)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/disaster-and-fire-safety-commission

PLANNING COMMISSION at 5:30 pm
In-Person: At 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 4. Non-agenda Public Comment, 10. Public Hearing: Southside Zoning Modification Project – increases height and density and expands open space requirement to allow 50% of open to include shared residential amenities such as gym/health club/fitness studio, multipurpose room or pet wash room that are a minimum of 10 ft by 10 ft, pedestrian amenities each square ft of pedestrian amenity counts as 1.5 sq ft of usable open space, lighting description is not shielded, 11. 2023-2024 WorkPlan. (Packet 269 pages)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/planning-commission

BOARD of LIBRARY TRUSTEES (BOLT) at 6:30 pm
In-Person at 1125 University, West Branch Library
AGENDA: II. B. Amend Purchase Authority of Director from $50,000 to $100,000, C. RFP to engage consultant to produce Library Technology Roadmap, D. Amend Contract #119062-1 with Java Connections (dba Laptops Anytime) add $112,091.66 total $275,571 and extend to 4/30/2027, III.A. Election BOLT President and Vice-President.
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees

Thursday, September 7, 2023

HOUSING ADVISORY COMMISSION (HAC) at 7 pm
In-Person: At 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: Discussion and Possible Action to Recommend Housing Trust Fund program funding for NCLT 2321 Tenth Street, 7. Discussion and Possible Action to Recommend Ala Costa Center’s Public Facilities Improvements NOFA Application 8. Update and Discussion on Fair Access and Transparency subcommittee, 9. WorkPlan.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/housing-advisory-commission

LANDMARKS PRESERVATION COMMISSION (LPC) at 7 pm
In-Person: At 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 2680 Bancroft Way – Structural Alteration Permit for the College Women’s Club
2603-2611 San Pablo – Demolition Referral – two commercial buildings
2414 Shattuck – Potential Initiation Consideration
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/landmarks-preservation-commission

Friday, September 8, 2023

ELMWOOD BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT Advisory Board Meeting at 9 am
In-Person: At 2180 Milvia, Cypress Room 1st Floor
AGENDA: IV. Commission seat appointments, V. Annual Report and Budget, VI. Calendar, VII. Expansion of the Elmwood BID Boundary.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/elmwood-business-improvement-district-advisory-board

MOVIES in the PARK – VIVO from 7:30 pm – 8:45 pm
In-Person: At 1310 Glendale Ave, Glendale La Loma Park
Bring blankets, sleeping bags and/or low-back beach chairs with maximum height of 9 inches off the ground. A flashlight or headlamp makes walking out at the end of the night easier. This is an alcohol-free event.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/movies-park-vivo

Saturday, September 9, 2023

BERKELEY NEIGHBORHOODS COUNCIL at 10 am
Videoconference:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/4223188307?pwd=dFlNMVlVZ2d6b0FnSHh3ZlFwV2NMdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 422 318 8307 Passcode: 521161
AGENDA: 10:05-10:25: PG&E Proposed Changes-Igor Tregub, 10:25-11:25 Biolabs – Alliance for Humane Biotechnology, 11:25-11:55 Community Updates – 1598 University Elizabeth Kowal, 3000 Shattuck Larisa Cummings, BART Housing Updates Christopher Kroll.
https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/

Sunday, September 10, 2023

SOLANO STROLL from 10 am – 5 pm
https://www.solanoavenueassn.org/events/solano-avenue-stroll/

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AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
REVIEW AND APPROVE 9/19/2023 City Council Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1613501789
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 350 1789
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
DRAFT AGENDA
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations and Request for Proposals $22,472,259
2.Oyekanmi, Finance – 2024 Tax Rate: Transportation Network Company User Tax (Uber, Lyft, etc) 56.162 cents individual, $27.424 pooled for rides originating in Berkeley
3.Warhuus, HHCS – Contract $2,802,400 through 6/30/2028 with Options Recovery Services for encampment-based mobile wellness center project
4.Warhuus, HHCS – Authorize Lease 830 University to Lifelong Medical Care
5.Louis, Police – Revenue Grant $269,000 accept Selective Traffic Enforcement Program (STEP) grant with CA Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) period 10/1/2023 – 9/30/2023
6.Louis, Police – Revenue Grant $59,168 accept Cannabis Tax Fund Grant Program (CTFGP) with CA Highway Patrol period 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2023
7.Garland, Public Works – 5 year License Agreement with RM Ventures, LLC, d.b.a. In the Wood Grill & Bar for nonexclusive use of the Elmwood Parking Lot Pedestrian Paseo
8.Garland, Public Works – Amend Contract #32200073 add $508,602 total $1,790,213 and extend from 12/31/2023 to 6/30/2025 with Toole Design Group for engineering design and construction for Southside Complete Streets Project
9.Garland, Public Works – Agreement with Goldsmiths for Strawberry Creek Culvert Repair authorizing cost sharing agreement and release of claims for 10/24/2021 failed culvert under both City right of way and private property, City share $75,000
10.Garland, Public Works – Amend Agreement for Maintenance of State Highways between City and CA Dept of Transportation for new pedestrian hybrid beacon at San Pablo and Virginia, San Pablo and Hearst and new rapid rectangular flashing beacon (RRFB) at Ashby and California
11.Garland, Public Works – Amend Contract #9977C add $1,650,000 total $3,700,000 and extend to 6/30/2029 with Portable Computer Systems dba PCS Mobile for parking and citation services
12.Garland, Public Works – Amend Contracts #32000078 add $300,000 total $475,000 and #32000093 add $100,000 total $600,000 with DC Electric Group, Inc for on-call electric services
13.Garland, Public Works – Contract $375,000 with Turnstone Data, Inc for parking data analytics services period 1/1/2024 to 12/31/2026
14.Arreguin – Budget Referral $200,000 to November AAO#1with Measure P funds to Berkeley Food Network for FY 2023-2024
AGENDA on ACTION:
15.Klein, Planning – Amendments to Title 23 relating to ADUs to conform to State Law and respond to guidance from CA Dept of Housing and Community Development
16.Radu, City Manager’s Office – Amend Contract #32200202 add $5,362,043 total $8,367,313 extending lease at 1461 University for interim non-congregate shelter program at this location
17. Radu, City Manager’s Office – Contract with Housing Consortium of the East Bay (HCEB) to operate shelter at 1461 University, Rodeway Inn.
18.Kesarwani, co-sponsor Taplin – Referral to City Manager to rezone Gilman from existing Manufacturing (M) to Manufacturing, Research and Development (M-RD) for the planned Pacific Steel Casting site development and to extend the West Berkeley Commercial Zone from Gilman and Ninth West and to refer $250,000 to the FY 2024-2025 for consulting services to assist with the planning process and associated environmental review and economic analyses. (The project plan thus far is to “cap” the toxic waste and build on top of it)
INFORMATION REPORTS:
19.Brown, City Attorney - Settlement of California River Watch of Intent to File Suit

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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for Regular 6 pm Meeting on September 12, 2023
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1606796328
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 679 6328
https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-regular-meeting-eagenda-september-12-2023

AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.Friedrichsen, Budget – Contract $130m176 with Downtown YMCA for Fitness Center Memberships for City Employees, 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2024
2.Ferris, Parks – Amend Contract #32200058 add $35,000 total $185,000 with ACI Payments, Inc for Recreation Online Registration System
3.Ferris, Parks – Stipend for Echo Lake Camp Staff approving $500/week stipend for certain Echo Lake Camp daily-rated staff working in the summer of 2023 starting 7/30/2023
4.Louis, Police – Amend Contract #10092-4 add $1,000,000 total $3,000,000 with Serological Research Institute (SERI) for DNA testing
5.Minutes
6.Establish 2024 City Council Meeting Schedule
7.Numainville, City Clerk - Appointment of new Police Accountability Board Member
8.Numainville, City Clerk – Contract $170,700 with NWestcoast Online Information Systems, Inc. dba NetFile for online campaign report, public financing and Form 700 Filing, processing, web posting, and tracking
9.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations and Request for Proposals $9,990,000 (Derelict Vessel/Debris $90,000, Sanitary Sewer The Alameda, Keeler, Euclid, et al $4,400,000, Sanitary Sewer Virginia, Parker et al $5,500,000
10.Sprague, Fire – Contract $600,000 with Swifthawk, LLC to provide project management and consulting services
11.Sprague, Fire – Amend Contract #32300094 add $228,000 total $308,000 with Restoration Family Counseling Center for Counseling Education and Support
12.Warhuus, HHCS – Accept Future of Public Health Funds from the State of California of $912,213 for each of the following fiscal years 2024, 2025, 2026
13.Warhuus, HHCS – Increase Taxi Scrip Redemption Window Cash Drawer from $15,000 to $20,000
14.Warhuus, HHCS – Contract $175,000 with The Housing Workshop for Social Housing Models & Market Analysis from 9/13/2023 – 9/13/2024
15.Warhuus, HHCS – Expenditure Contract: $289,011 with Persimmony International for ongoing system maintenance of web-based MediCal Administration Activities (MAA)and Targeted Case Management (TCM) documentation from 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2027
16.Warhuus, HHCS – Amend Contract #31900009 add $287,712 total $945,424 with Building Opportunities for Self-Sufficiency (BOSS) for McKinley House (2111 McKinley) and extend 2 years to 11/1/2025
17.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Contract $125,000 (1 year) with Sensis, Inc. for recruitment and marketing services with option to renew for $125,000 total $250,000 over 2 years
18.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Establish Classification and Salary Range for Lactation Counselor, hourly $41.1351 - $50.0000, annual $85,561.0080 - $104,000 in order to utilize grant funding for International Board Certified Lactation consultant (IBCLC)
19.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Revise Classification and Salary Range for Paramedic hourly $30.00 - $40.00 (currently $30 - $45 per hour) to offset unanticipated budgetary impacts due to overtime
20.Kouyoumdjian, HR – MOU Berkeley Police Association
21.Ferris, Parks – Grant Applications: Bipartisan Infrastructure Law(BIL) for Parks Improvement Projects amount up to $5,000,000 to the Clean California Local Grant Program (CCLGP) for the Tom Bates Fields Beautification Project
22.Ferris, Parks – Utility easement: Bolivar Drive – EBMUD along Bolivar Drive at Aquatic Park
23.Homeless Services Panel of Experts – Serving Inclement weather needs, RV dwellers, and other vehicle dwellers through Encampment Mobile Mental Health Wellness Team
24.Homeless Services Panel of Experts – Restore one monthly meeting
25.a. Homeless Service Panel of Experts - Accommodating Client Literacy and Cognitive Challenges in Community Agency Allocation Funding Process to include allocation funding RFP, b. Companion Report – take no action staff have already included RFP
26.Arreguin – Appoint Ayanna Davis to the Berkeley Housing Authority Board
27.Arreguin – Excused Absence for Kate Harrison
28.Tapin, co-sponsor Robinson – Letter to State Legislators requesting state budget allocations for capital improvements at San Pablo Park including Frances Albrier Community Center and San Pablo Park Pool
29.Taplin, co-sponsors Robinson, Humbert (reviewed by FITES) – 51B GART + University/Shattuck Corridor Mobility Improvements Referral to City Manager for feasibility analysis and community engagement process plus budget referrals $150,000 for FY 2024-2025 and $150,000 for FY 2025 – 2026
30.Harrison – Budget referral $100,000 to FY 2023 and FY 2024 AAO #1 to beautify Vacant Storefronts in Berkeley Commercial Districts
31.Hahn, co-sponsor Taplin – Budget referral $140,000 AAO #1 for Miyawaki “Pocket Forest” Pilot Program to Support Carbon Sequestration, Biodiversity, Cooling, Noise Reduction, Health, and Equity
AGENDA on ACTION:
32.Harrison – Designate Open Space adjacent to Old City Hall, Alameda County Berkeley Court House and City of Berkeley Public Safety Building as a Linear City Park pursuant to BMC 6.42
INFORMATION REPORTS:
33.LPO NOD: 60 Panoramic Way #LMIN2023-0001
34.LPO NOD: 1960 San Antonio Ave // 645 Arlington #LMSAP2022-0005
35.LPO NOD: 803 Delaware LMSAP2023-0002

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LAND USE CALENDAR PUBLIC HEARINGS:

705 Euclid Avenue (new single family dwelling) 9/26/2023
1598 University Avenue (Construct 8-story mixed-use building) – new date 9/26/2023
3000 Shattuck Avenue (Construct 10-story mixed-use building) – TBD

WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:

October 10 at 4 pm Potential Changes & Enhancements to the City legislative process
Proposed November 2, 2023 - Draft Waterfront Specific Plan
Proposed November 30, 2023 – Re-Imagining Public Safety Update
October 3, 2023 - Staff report on Berkeley's financial condition

UNSCHEDULED WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS

Fire Department Standards of Coverage & Community Risk Assessment
September 19 at 4 pm Being rescheduled - Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation

PAST MEETINGS with reports worth reading:

May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report, Wildfire Prevention Plan https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-special-meeting-eagenda-may-16-2023-6-pm
June 20 (WS) - Climate Action Plan & Resilience Update, Berkeley Economic Dashboards Update reports available https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas/city-council-2023-06-20

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Berkeley Daily Planet postings are currently on hold while the editor recovers from an injury: www.berkeleydailyplanet.com

August 27 - September 3, 2023
Worth Noting:
City Council is scheduled to be on summer recess through September 11, 2023, however, City Council is meeting on Monday at 6 pm to approve the MOU with the Berkeley Police Association (BPA) see meeting link below for details.
Monday:

At 2:30 pm the Agenda Committee meets in the hybrid format to plan the 9/12/2023 regular City Council 6 pm meeting.
At 6 pm the City Council meets in the hybrid format to approve the MOU with the Berkeley Police Association.
From 6 – 7 pm online Speaking Up for Point Molate.
Wednesday: At 7 pm the Commission on the Status of Women meets in person.

Check the City website for postings on short notice at https://berkeleyca.gov/

If you know someone needing assistance with overdue water bills, refer them to the Low Income Household Waster Assistance Program (LIWAP) Program has been extended, however, applications need to be submitted asap https://www.ebmud.com/customers/customer-assistance-program/financial-relief-customers-behind-water-bills-during-pandemic
If you know someone in need of affordable housing, applications for the waiting list for Allston House studio, 1,2, and 3-bedroom units is open. Paper applications must be postmarked by 8/29/2023. For more information see flyer: https://www.sahahomes.org/sites/default/files/41%20Allston%20House%20Flyer%20-%20English.pdf

Berkeley Daily Planet postings are currently on hold while the editor recovers from an injury: www.berkeleydailyplanet.com

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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS

Sunday, August 27, 2023 - no city meetings or events listed

Monday, August 28, 2023

AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1600009748
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 000 9748
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 9/12/2023 – 6 pm Regular City Council Meeting – use link or read full draft agenda below at the end of the list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Workssessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review: None, Unscheduled Items: 8a. Discussion of Potential Changes to City Council Legislative Process, 8b. Discussion Regarding Design and Strengthening of Policy Committees Process and Structure (Including Budget Referrals), 9. Modifications or Improvements to City Council Meeting Procedures, 10. Strengthening and Supporting City Commission: Guidance on Development of Legislative Proposals, 11. Discussion and Recommendations on the Continued Use of the Berkeley Considers Online Engagement Portal.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules

CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1603794554
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 379 4554
AGENDA ACTION: Memorandum of Understanding: Berkeley Police Association July 1, 2023 – June 30, 2026 approving new Classification and Salary table for Representation Units E and F. COLA 3% increase per year, KIND Policing Education Incentive, Longevity Pay and Retiree Health Benefits.
https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-special-meeting-eagenda-august-28-2023

SPEAKING UP for POINT MOLATE from 6 – 7 pm
Videoconference: Send request to SpeakingUPforPM@gmail.com
Since this is a series the previous zoom link given here may work if you do not receive a gmail response in time
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82326950370?pwd=cnRvejFTWFkrZzVqcGJ4RExrSVRYUT09
Meeting ID: 823 2695 0370 Passcode: 941160
AGENDA: YES - Youth Take the Lead to Improve Local Parks

Tuesday, August 29, 2023 - no city meetings or events listed

Wednesday, August 30, 2023

COMMISSION on the STATUS of WOMEN at 7 pm
In-Person: At 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 7. Presentation on Planned Berkeley High Wellness Center as Addressing Girls’ Needs and Coaching Boys into Men on Facilitating Healthy Relationships, 88. Presentation from National Housing Law Projec on Abuse and Exploitation of Older Women in the Housing Market, 9. Possible recommendation to Council on Development of Sex Trafficking Resources in Berkeley, 10. Workplan.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-status-women

Thursday, August 31, 2023 - no city meetings or events listed
Friday, September 1, 2023 - no city meetings or events listed
Saturday, September 2, 2023 - no city meetings or events listed
Sunday, September 3, 2023 - no city meetings or events listed
Monday, September 4, 2023 – Labor Day Holiday

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AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
REVIEW AND APPROVE 9/12/2023 City Council Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1600009748
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 000 9748
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
DRAFT AGENDA
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.Friedrichsen, Budget – Contract $130m176 with Downtown YMCA for Fitness Center Memberships for City Employees, 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2024
2.Ferris, Parks – Amend Contract #32200058 add $35,000 total $185,000 with ACI Payments, Inc for Recreation Online Registration System
3.Ferris, Parks – Stipend for Echo Lake Camp Staff approving $500/week stipend for certain Echo Lake Camp daily-rated staff working in the summer of 2023 starting 7/30/2023
4.Louis, Police – Amend Contract #10092-4 add $1,000,000 total $3,000,000 with Serological Research Institute (SERI) for DNA testing
5.Minutes
6.Establish 2024 City Council Meeting Schedule
7.Numainville, City Clerk - Appointment of new Police Accountability Board Member
8.Numainville, City Clerk – Contract $170,700 with NWestcoast Online Information Systems, Inc. dba NetFile for online campaign report, public financing and Form 700 Filing, processing, web posting, and tracking
9.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations and Request for Proposals $9,990,000
10.Sprague, Fire – Contract $600,000 with Swifthawk, LLC to provide project management and consulting services
11.Sprague, Fire – Amend Contract #32300094 add $228,000 total $308,000 with Restoration Family Counseling Center for Counseling Education and Support
12.Warhuus, HHCS – Accept Future of Public Health Funds from the State of California of $912,213 for each of the following fiscal years 2024, 2025, 2026
13.Warhuus, HHCS – Increase Taxi Scrip Redemption Window Cash Drawer from $15,000 to $20,000
14.Warhuus, HHCS – Contract $175,000 with The Housing Workshop for Social Housing Models & Market Analysis from 9/13/2023 – 9/13/2024
15.Warhuus, HHCS – Expenditure Contract: $289,011 with Persimmony International for ongoing system maintenance of web-based MediCal Administration Activities (MAA)and Targeted Case Management (TCM) documentation from 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2027
16.Warhuus, HHCS – Amend Contract #31900009 add $287,712 total $945,424 with Building Opportunities for Self-Sufficiency (BOSS) for McKinley House (2111 McKinley) and extend 2 years to 11/1/2025
17.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Contract $125,000 (1 year) with Sensis, Inc. for recruitment and marketing services with option to renew for $125,000 total $250,000 over 2 years
18.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Establish Classification and Salary Range for Lactation Counselor, hourly $41.1351 - $50.0000, annual $85,561.0080 - $104,000 in order to utilize grant funding for International Board Certified Lactation consultant (IBCLC)
19.Kouyoumdjian, HR –Revise Classification and Salary Range for Paramedic hourly $30.00 - $40.00 (currently $30 - $45 per hour) to offset unanticipated budgetary impacts due to overtime
20.Ferris, Parks – Grant Applications: Bipartisan Infrastructure Law(BIL) for Parks Improvement Projects amount up to $5,000,000 to the Clean California Local Grant Program (CCLGP) for the Tom Bates Fields Beautification Project
21.Ferris, Parks – Utility easement: Bolivar Drive – EBMUD along Bolivar Drive at Aquatic Park
22.Homeless Services Panel of Experts – Serving Inclement weather needs, RV dwellers, and other vehicle dwellers through Encampment Mobile Mental Health Wellness Team
23.Homeless Services Panel of Experts – Restore one monthly meeting
24.Arreguin – Appoint Ayanna Davis to the Berkeley Housing Authority Board
25.Tapin – Letter to State Legislators requesting state budget allocations for capital improvements at San Pablo Park including Frances Albrier Community Center and San Pablo Park Pool
26.Taplin, co-sponsor Robinson (reviewed by FITES) – 51B GART + University/Shattuck Corridor Mobility Improvements Referral to City Manager for feasibility analysis and community engagement process plus budget referrals $150,000 for FY 2024-2025 and $150,000 for FY 2025 – 2026
27.Harrison – Budget referral $100,000 to FY 2023 and FY 2024 AAO #1 to beautify Vacant Storefronts in Berkeley Commercial Districts
28.Hahn, co-sponsor Taplin – Budget referral $140,000 AAO #1 for “Pocket Forest” Pilot Program to Support Carbon Sequestration, Biodiversity, Cooling, Noise Reduction, Health, and Equity
AGENDA on ACTION:
29.a. Homeless Service Panel of Experts - Accommodating Client Literacy and Cognitive Challenges in Community Agency Allocation Funding Process to include allocation funding RFP, b. Companion Report – take no action staff have already included RFP
30.Arreguin – Excused Absence for Kate Harrison
31.Harrison – Designate Open Space adjacent to Old City Hall, Alameda County Berkeley Court House and City of Berkeley Public Safety Building as a Linear City Park pursuant to BMC 6.42
INFORMATION REPORTS:
32.LPO NOD: 60 Panoramic Way #LMIN2023-0001
33.LPO NOD: 1960 San Antonio Ave // 645 Arlington #LMSAP2022-0005
34.LPO NOD: 803 Delaware LMSAP2023-0002

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LAND USE CALENDAR PUBLIC HEARINGS:

705 Euclid Avenue (new single family dwelling) 9/26/2023
1598 University Avenue (Construct 8-story mixed-use building) – new date 9/26/2023
3000 Shattuck Avenue (Construct 10-story mixed-use building) – TBD

WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:

September 19 at 4 pm - Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation
Proposed November 2, 2023 - Draft Waterfront Specific Plan
Proposed November 30, 2023 – Re-Imagining Public Safety Update

UNSCHEDULED WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS

Fire Department Standards of Coverage & Community Risk Assessment

PAST MEETINGS with reports worth reading:

May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report, Wildfire Prevention Plan https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-special-meeting-eagenda-may-16-2023-6-pm
June 20 (WS) - Climate Action Plan & Resilience Update, Berkeley Economic Dashboards Update reports available https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas/city-council-2023-06-20

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August 20 - August 27, 2023
Worth Noting:
Very light week. City Council is on summer recess through September 11, 2023 and most boards and commissions do not meet in August.

Monday:
- At 3 pm the Civics Arts Commission Grants Subcommittee meets online.
- From 6 – 7 pm online Speaking Up for Point Molate.
Tuesday: At 12 pm the Community for a Cultural Civic Center (CCCC) meets online.
Friday: From 8 – 9:45 pm the movie in Willard Park is Strange World.

There is no announcement of cancellation or that the commission will not meet for the following commissions that normally meet the 4th Thursday: Community Health Commission, Mental Health Commission, and Police Accountability Board. Check later in the week at https://berkeleyca.gov/

If you know someone needing assistance with overdue water bills, refer them to the Low Income Household Waster Assistance Program (LIWAP) Program has been extended, however, applications need to be submitted asap https://www.ebmud.com/customers/customer-assistance-program/financial-relief-customers-behind-water-bills-during-pandemic
If you know someone in need of affordable housing, applications for the waiting list for Allston House studio, 1,2, and 3-bedroom units opens at 9 am August 22, 2023. Paper applications must be postmarked by 8/29/2023. For more information see flyer: https://www.sahahomes.org/sites/default/files/41%20Allston%20House%20Flyer%20-%20English.pdf

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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS

Sunday, August 20, 2023 - no city meetings or events listed

Monday, August 21, 2023

CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION GRANTS subcommittee at 3 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1602754069
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 Meeting ID: 160 275 4069
AGENDA: Discussion and Possible Action a) Grant Cycle 2024, b) Grant Guidelines
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission

SPEAKING UP for POINT MOLATE from 6 – 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82326950370?pwd=cnRvejFTWFkrZzVqcGJ4RExrSVRYUT09
Meeting ID: 823 2695 0370 Passcode: 941160
AGENDA: Youth vision for Point Molate Park

Tuesday, August 22, 2023

COMMUNITY for a CULTURAL CIVIC CENTER (CCCC) at 12 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85930753239?pwd=L0dFVlZyWDIzU2E5dHBHcjU2S0Uxdz09
AGENDA: Update with Eleanor Hollander from City of Berkeley Office of Economic Opportunity and Susi Marzuola from Siegel & Strain (consultant group)

Wednesday, August 23, 2023 - no city meetings or events listed
Thursday, August 24, 2023 - no city meetings or events listed

Friday, August 25, 2023

MOVIES in the PARK – STRANGE WORLD from 8 pm – 9:45 pm
In-Person: At Willard Park, 2720 Hillegass
Bring blankets, sleeping bags and/or low-back beach chairs with maximum height of 9 inches off the ground. A flashlight or headlamp makes walking out at the end of the night easier. This is an alcohol-free event.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/movies-park-strange-world

Saturday, August 26, 2023 - no city meetings or events listed
Sunday, August 27, 2023 - no city meetings or events listed

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LAND USE CALENDAR PUBLIC HEARINGS:

705 Euclid Avenue (new single family dwelling) 9/26/2023
3000 Shattuck Avenue (Construct 10-story mixed-use building) – 9/26/2023
1598 University Avenue (Construct 8-story mixed-use building) 10/3/2023

WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:

Fire Department Standards of Coverage & Community Risk Assessment to be scheduled
Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation to be rescheduled
Draft Waterfront Specific Plan – rescheduled to fall

PAST MEETINGS with reports worth reading:

May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report, Wildfire Prevention Plan https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-special-meeting-eagenda-may-16-2023-6-pm
June 20 (WS) - Climate Action Plan & Resilience Update, Berkeley Economic Dashboards Update reports available https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas/city-council-2023-06-20

August 13 - August 20, 2023
Worth Noting:
Very light week. City Council is on summer recess through September 11, 2023 and most boards and commissions do not meet in August.

Monday: From 6 – 7 pm online Speaking Up for Point Molate on species that live in eelgrass.
Thursday: At 7 pm in person DRC meets on 600 Addison, 1652 University and 2538 Durant.
Saturday: From 9 – 11 am is shoreline cleanup

The Rent Board meeting for August 17 is cancelled. The Fair Campaign Practices/Open Government Commissions and the Transportation Commission usually meet the 3rd Thursday. There are no meeting announcements. There are no posts that these meetings are cancelled nor is there any notice that they do not meet in August. Check later in the week at https://berkeleyca.gov/

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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS

Sunday, August 13, 2023 - no city meetings or events listed

Monday, August 14, 2023

SPEAKING UP for POINT MOLATE from 6 – 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82326950370?pwd=cnRvejFTWFkrZzVqcGJ4RExrSVRYUT09
Meeting ID: 823 2695 0370 Passcode: 941160
AGENDA: Dr. Hughes Sonoma State Ecologist will speak on species that inhabit Point Molate eelgrass.
More about the speaker: https://www.kqed.org/science/1970711/sea-hares-scrub-seagrass-by-the-seashore

Tuesday, August 15, 2023 - no city meetings or events listed
Wednesday, August 16, 2023 - no city meetings or events listed

Thursday, August 17, 2023

DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE at 7 pm
In-Person: At 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley senior Center, Gooseberry Room
AGENDA:
1. 600 Addison – Coordinated Sign Program – exterior building signage, two buildings, 943 parking spaces
2. 1652 University at Jefferson (former Radio Shack location) – Preliminary Design Review – to demolish a 2-story 6232 sq ft commercial building and construct a 24,732 sq ft 5-story mixed-use building with 2264 sq ft of commercial space including 2 live-work units, 22,468 sq ft for 26 dwelling units, no parking, height 59 ft 10 in on 7,480 sq ft lot
3. 2538 Durant (between Telegraph and Bowditch) – Final Design Review - to demolish existing 4-story residential building including 12 dwelling units and construct 80,829 sq ft 8-story mixed-use building with 1641 sq ft of ground floor commercial space and 83 dwellings including 5 very low income units.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/design-review-committee

Friday, August 18, 2023 - no city meetings or events listed

Saturday, August 19, 2023

SHORELINE CLEANUP from 9 – 11 am
Meetup: At 160 University, Shorebird Park Nature Center
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/3rd-saturday-shoreline-cleanup-0

Sunday, August 20, 2023 - no city meetings or events listed

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LAND USE CALENDAR PUBLIC HEARINGS:

705 Euclid Avenue (new single family dwelling) 9/26/2023
3000 Shattuck Avenue (Construct 10-story mixed-use building) – 9/26/2023
1598 University Avenue (Construct 8-story mixed-use building) 10/3/2023

WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:

Fire Department Standards of Coverage & Community Risk Assessment to be scheduled
Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation to be rescheduled
Draft Waterfront Specific Plan – rescheduled to fall

PAST MEETINGS with reports worth reading:

May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report, Wildfire Prevention Plan https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
June 20 (WS) - Climate Action Plan & Resilience Update, Berkeley Economic Dashboards Update reports available https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas

August 6 - August 13, 2023
Worth Noting:
City Council is on summer recess through September 11, 2023 and most boards and commissions do not meet in August.
Hybrid format means a meeting can be attended in person or online via zoom or by phone through teleconference.

Monday:
- At 3 pm the Police Accountability Board meets in the hybrid format.
- At 7 pm the Personnel Board meets in person.
Wednesday: At 5 pm the Commission on Disability meets in person.
Thursday: At 7 pm the Zoning Adjustment Board meets in the hybrid format on 3 projects.
Friday: At 8:15 pm the movie Turning Red will be shown in Cedar Rose Park.

705 Euclid Avenue (new single family dwelling) 9/26/2023
3000 Shattuck Avenue (Construct 10-story mixed-use building) – 9/26/2023
1598 University Avenue (Construct 8-story mixed-use building) 10/3/2023

WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:

Fire Department Standards of Coverage & Community Risk Assessment to be scheduled
Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation to be rescheduled
Draft Waterfront Specific Plan – rescheduled to fall

PAST MEETINGS with reports worth reading:

May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report, Wildfire Prevention Plan https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
June 20 (WS) - Climate Action Plan & Resilience Update, Berkeley Economic Dashboards Update reports available https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas

July 30 - August 6, 2023
Worth Noting:
City Council is on summer recess through September 11, 2023 and most boards and commissions do not meet in August.

Monday: At 12 pm CCCC meets online.
Tuesday: From 5 – 9 pm, National Night Out, individual neighborhood times vary.
Wednesday: At 7 pm the Disaster and Fire Safety Commission meets in person.
Thursday: At 7 pm the Landmarks Commission meets in person.

Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/

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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS

Sunday, July 30, 2023 – no city meetings or events listed

Monday, July 31, 2023

COMMUNITY FOR A CULTURAL CIVIC CENTER (CCCC) at 12 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81225523461?pwd=aUd1dmNGb3NBWG5jOTJDajF4RkxZZz09
AGENDA: debrief of July 25 City Council special meeting on the Civic Center Phase II Design Plan

Tuesday, August 1, 2023

NATIONAL NIGHT OUT from 5 pm – 9 pm
AGENDA: Build bonds with your neighbors, police and local leaders, 50 neighborhood events are listed.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/national-night-out

Wednesday, August 2, 2023

DISASTER and FIRE SAFETY COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: At 997 Cedar
AGENDA: 4. Election Vice-Chair, 5. Workplan, 6. Hybrid meetings, 7. Discussion regarding the CA Office of the State Fire Marshal’s review of Panoramic Hill neighborhood, 8. State laws pertaining to development fees, 9. Request review of low-cost particulate smoke detectors tailored for high-priority areas.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/disaster-and-fire-safety-commission

Thursday, August 3, 2023

LANDMARKS PRESERVATION COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: At 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. 2138-2140 Dwight – Davis-Byrne Building – provide guidance and advice on paint colors for a City Landmark Building
7. 2428 Shattuck – Demolition Referral – Use Permit #ZP2022-0149 – demolish commercial building
8. 2712 Telegraph – Demolition Referral – Use Permit #ZP2022-0179 – demolish two commercial buildings.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/landmarks-preservation-commission

Friday, August 4, 2023 - no city meetings or events listed
Saturday, August 5, 2023 - no city meetings or events listed
Sunday, August 6, 2023 - no city meetings or events listed

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LAND USE CALENDAR PUBLIC HEARINGS:

705 Euclid Avenue (new single family dwelling) 9/26/2023
3000 Shattuck Avenue (Construct 10-story mixed-use building) – 9/26/2023
1598 University Avenue (Construct 8-story miexed-use building) 10/3/2023

WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:

Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation (rescheduled from July 11 to September 19 at 4 pm)
Draft Waterfront Specific Plan (at 4 pm) – rescheduled from July 25 to October 2023
Fire Department Standards of Coverage & Community Risk Assessment June 13 presentation cancelled due to lack of quorum, report is worth reading (to be rescheduled)
Re-imagining Public Safety Update (November 2023)

July 23 - July 30, 2023
Worth Noting:
Council goes on summer recess from July 26 through September 11.

Monday:
- At 3 pm Council goes into closed session.
- At 6 pm Council meets in the hybrid format on the appeal of the approval by ZAB of the Construction of a Community Center at Willard Park.
- At 6:30 pm the PAB has a special meeting in the hybrid format.
Tuesday:
- At 4 pm City Council meets in the hybrid format to adopt the Civic Center Design Plan.
- At 6 pm Council meets in the hybrid format with ALPR as item 38 on the agenda.
- At 6 pm the Zero Waste Commission meets in person.
Wednesday:
- At 7 pm the Commission on the Status of Women meets in person, no agenda is posted.
Thursday:
- At 6:30 pm the Community Health Commission meets in person.
- At 7 pm ZAB meets in the hybrid format.
Friday: A
- t 8:30 pm Movies in the Park is showing DC League of Super Pets.
Saturday:
- From 12:30 – 3:30 pm is the Adopt-a-Spot potluck in Cedar Rose Park.

Give Feedback on Art Proposals for Two Public Artworks at Aquatic Park. Deadline August 4 at 5 pm.
https://communityfeedback.opengov.com/portals/portal257/Issue_12979
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
Directions with links to ZOOM support for activating Closed Captioning and Save Transcript are at the bottom of this calendar.

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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS

Sunday, July 23, 2023 - no city meetings, events listed

Monday, July 24, 2023

CITY COUNCIL Closed Session at 3 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1616042048
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 604 2048
AGENDA: 1. Conference with Legal Counsel – anticipated litigation Worker’s Comp #ADJ10187918, 2. Conference with Legal Counsel – anticipated litigation a. California River Watch – Notice of Intent to File Suit Under the Federal Water Pollution Control Act (Clean Water act), 3. Conference with Real Property Negotiators 1900 Addison, Suite 300-350, Price and Terms, 4. Conference with Labor Negotiators, Employee Organizations: Berkeley Fire fighters Local 1227 I.A.F.F., Berkeley Fire Officers , Berkeley Police Association, Community Services and Part-time Recreation Activity Leaders SEIU 1021, Maintenance and Clerical SEIU 1021, Unrepresented Employees.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas

CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1618357177
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 835 7177
AGENDA: ZAB Appeal: 2720 Hillegass, Willard Park, Community Center, Use Permit/Variance #ZP2022-0095 (the administrative record for the appeal is 935 pages)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas

POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD (PAB) Special Meeting at 6:30 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1947 Center, Basement Level
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82136328053
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 821 3632 8053
AGENDA: 3. Public comment limited to agenda items, 4. Planning Session: PAB Presentation on ALPR at City Council, 5. Discussion on latest reporting concerning the independent investigation into allegations against the BPD’s Downtown Task Force/Bike Unit.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board

Tuesday, July 25, 2023

CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 4 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1606074224
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 607 4224
AGENDA: Civic Center Phase II – Design Concept (the design concept packet is 194 pages)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas

CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1606074224
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 607 4224
AGENDA: Use the link and choose the html option or see the agenda listed at the end of the calendar. Item 38 on the agenda is the Fixed Automated License Plate Readers.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas

ZERO WASTE COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1326 Allston Way, CoB Corporation Yard, Ratcliff Building, Willow Room
AGENDA: 1. Waste Characterization Study Report, Rport out from the Sub-Committee to Review Green Building Requirements, 3. Legislative Updates.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zero-waste-commission

Wednesday, July 26, 2023

COMMISSION on the STATUS of WOMEN at 7 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: no agenda posted, check later
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-status-women

Thursday, July 27, 2023

COMMUNITY HEALTH COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 7. Referral on Long Term Care Facility Oversight, 8. Light Pollution Control.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/community-health-commission

ZONING ADJUSTMENT BOARD at 7 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83526432627
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171
Meeting ID: 835 2643 2627
AGENDA: 2. DRC Recommendation for DRC Landscape Architect Position,
3. 2480 Bancroft Way – on consent – #ZP2022-0148 - demolish a one-story retail building and construct a 38,205 sq ft 8-story (95 ft) mixed-use building with 2,066 sq ft of commercial area, 28 units (includes two very low-income units).
4. 2208 Roosevelt – on consent – #ZP2023-0059 - to legally convert a 2535 sq ft 2-story single family dwelling into two individual units.
5. 1601 Harmon – on consent – #ZP2023-0049 - construct a 602 sq ft major residential addition over 14 ft in height on a lot that exceeds lot coverage and construct a balcony within the side setback. Proposed building height 18 ft 5 inches.
6. 2015 Blake at Milvia – staff recommend adopt the addendum and approve - #ZP2022-0178 – modify project originally approved under #ZP2020-0072 to construct main building on Parcel 2 that has 8-stories (88 ft, 6 inches) 200,683 sq ft of gross floor area, 206 units (including 23 very low-income density qualifying units) and 81-space subterranean parking garage, adopt the addendum to certified FEIR (State Clearinghouse #2021010078).
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zoning-adjustments-board

Friday, July 28, 2023

MOVIES in the PARK from 8:30 – 10:15 pm
In-Person: at 1720 8th, James Kenney Park
MOVIE: DC League of Super Pets
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/movies-park-dc-league-super-pets

Saturday, July 29, 2023

ADOPT-a-SPOT Volunteer Potluck Picnic 12:30 - 3:30 pm
In-Person: at 1300 Rose, Cedar Rose Park
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/adopt-spot-volunteer-potluck-picnic-0

Sunday, July 30, 2023 - no city meetings, events listed

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July 25, 2023 Agenda for CITY COUNCIL Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1606074224
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 607 4224
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas

AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.2nd reading Zoning Ordinance Amendments to Title 23 to conform to State Law and make non-substantive technical edits
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3.Designate Voting Delegate (Taplin) and Alternate (Humbert) at League of California Cities Annual Conference on 9/22/2023
4.Hollander, Economic Development – Contract to distribute 1/12 Berkeley Transient Occupancy Tax (Hotel Tax) not to exceed $3,500,000 with Convention and Visitor’s Bureau, d.b.a. Visit Berkeley for 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2027
5.Hollander, Economic Development – Contracts Turtle Island Monument in Civic Center Park 7/1/2023 – 3/30/2025, 1. Scott Parsons - $236,000 for fabrication of three new stone medallions, boulders for mounting and purchase granite base stone for mounting five bronze turtles, 2. Artworks Foundry - $350,000 for fabrication of large central bronze turtle sculpture
6.Radu, City Manager’s Office – Amend Contract # 117596-1 add $35,000 total $102,218 with Animal Fix Clinic (formerly Fix Our Ferals) for Spay and Neuter Services and extend to 7/25/2026
7.Oyekanmi, Finance – Bid Solicitations $885,000, FY 2023 Retaining Wall and Storm Drain Improvement
8.Sprague, Fire Department and Louis, BPD – Expand Contract add $50,000 total $300,000 with Cooke and Associates for Applicant Background Investigations 8/1/2023 – 7/31/2026
9.Warhuus, HHCS – Amend 10 Contracts for Mental Health Services Act (MHSA), Community Services and Supports (CSS) and Prevention and Early Intervention (PEI) funded through MHSA, CSS and PEI and extend to 6/30/2026, 1. CSS #108800-1 add $46,941 total $325,678 with Bay Area Hearing Voices Network, 2. CSS #31900132 add $100,000 per year total $700,000 with Building Opportunities for Self-Sufficiency (BOSS), 3. CSS #32200130 add $491,933 per year total $2,459,665 with Alameda County Behavioral Health Care Services, 4. CSS #32000117 add $626,616 per year for 3 years total $5,286,488 with Insight Housing (formerly Berkeley Food and Housing Project), 5. CSS #32000094 add $132,046 per year for 3 years with Youth Spirit Artworks and $78,000 (from Measure P) for FY 2024 for Tiny House Village total $1,211,230, 6. PEI #32000240 add $401,369 total $2,598,334 with BUSD, 7. PEI #088999-1 add $32,046 per year total $448,860 with Center for Independent Living, 8. PEI #052129-1 add $100,000 per year total $815,150 with Pacific Center for Human Growth, 9 PEI #32200146 add $100,000 per year total $475,000 with ONTRACK, 10. PEI #3200111 add $100,000 per year total $500,000 with East Bay Sanctuary Covenant
10.Warhuus, HHCS – Amend Contract #32300138 add $93,027 total $163,934 with California Mental Health Services Authority (CalMHSA) to execute a Participation Agreement for FY 2024 for the Prevention and Early Intervention Statewide Project thru 6/30/2024
11.Warhuus, HHCS – Contract $100,000 with 2 Plus 1 Housing Resolution services for Harriet Tubman Terrace Tenant Advocate for HHCS 7/15/2023 – 7/15/2024
12.Warhuus, HHCS – Resolution approving Mental Health Services Act Three Year Expenditure Plan FY 2024 - 2026
13.Warhuus, HHCS – Reserve $1,500,000 in Predevelopment Funds in Affordable Housing Mitigation Fee funds to BRIDGE Housing or its affiliate related to development of affordable Housing at North Berkeley BART
14.Aram Kouyoumdjian, HR – Establish Classification and Salary Range Deputy Police Chief annual salary range $200,000 - $260,000
15.Aram Kouyoumdjian, HR – Salary Range Adjustment for Public Employees Union (PEU) – Local 1, increase base salary Senior Building Maintenance Supervisor by 9.30%, Senior Equipment Supervisor by 13%, Senior Publics Works Supervisor by 8.53% and Senior Solid Wast Supervisor by 8.53% effective 1/1/2023
16.Fong, IT – Contract $325,000 with opportunity to extend thru FY 2025 total $370,000 for Piggyback Contract with SmartWave for City Facility Managed WiFi throughout City of Berkeley facilities
17.Ferris, Parks – Side Letter Agreement with Hornblower sublease rent payments at Doubletree Hotel at Waterfront
18.Ferris, Parks – Amend Contract #32200183 add $79,000 total $1,179,000 with Western Water Features, Inc for renovations at King Swim Center
19.Ferris, Parks – Amendment to existing $5,500,000 loan for D and E Dock Project in Berkeley Marina (4 alternatives) or internal loan with terms (charging interest to Marina fund) to use terms defined by City Manager.
20.Klein, Planning – Accept Grant $497,042 from Governor’s Office of Planning and Research to Create a New Environmental Justice Element, Update the General Disaster Preparedness & Safety Element, and Develop Community-Driven Climate and Resilience Metric 4/31/2023 – 1/31/2026
21.Garland, Public Works – Agreement with AC Transit to Provide Funding for Transit Shelter Maintenance $110,000 over 5 years
22.Garland, Public Works – Amend Contract add $50,000 total $100,000 with Benefit Resource, Inc. for Third-Party Administrator of Employee Commute Benefit Program and extend to 2/28/2025
23.Garland, Public Works – Amend Contract #32000128 add $500,000 total $1,200,000 with WSP USA Environment & Infrastructure, Inc. (formerly Wood Environment & Infrastructure Solutions, Inc.) for on-call environmental consulting services extend to 12/30/2026
24.Garland, Public Works – Amend contract #32000145 add $200,000 total $478,698 with Zonar Systems for Global Positioning System Telematics Program and extend to 6/30/2026
25.Garland, Public Works – Amend Contract #32100070 add $75,272 total $189,848 with Urban Ore, Inc. for Salvage Operations at CoB Transfer Station and extend to 6/30/2025
26.Garland, Public Works – Contract $300,000 with R & S Erection of Richmond, Inc. for on-call roll up door and gate maintenance and replacement 8/1/2023 – 7/31/2026
27.Garland, Public Works – Contract $1,900,000 with Wood Rogers, Inc. for Stormwater Master Plan
28.Garland, Public Works – Contract $300,000 with Disability Access Consultants (DAC) for up to 3 years for on-call American with Disabilities Act consulting for CoB Compliance Program
29.Garland, Public Works – Audit Status Report Underfunded Mandate: Resources, Strategic Plan, and Communication Needed to Continue Progress towards the Year 2020 Zero Waste Goal
30.Garland, Public Works – Audit Status Report Zero Waste Activities Will Help Align Service Levels with Billing and Ensure Customer Equity
31.Mental Health Commission – Resolution Adopt a City-Wide “Care First, Jails Last” Policy
32.Taplin, co-sponsor Harrison – Young Lives Matter Foundation Walk for Peace: Relinquishment Council Office Budget Funds
33.Barlett, co-sponsors Arreguin, Hahn, Harrison – Resolution proclaim the first week of August as Berkeley Farmer’s Market Week
34.Wengraf, co-sponsor Harrison, Hahn, Arreguin – Commemoration of the 100th Anniversary of the 1923 Berkeley Fire: Relinquishment Council Office Budget Funds
35.Robinson, co-sponsors Hahn, Humbert, Arreguin – Support Unionization of Peet’s Coffee Workers
AGENDA on ACTION:
36.Amendments to Title 23 Relating to ADU to conform to State Law and respond to guidance from California Department of Housing and Community Development
37.Warhuus, HHCS – Adopt Affordable Housing framework for North Berkeley BART Station Area
38.a. Louis, BPD – Surveillance Ordinance items related to Fixed Automated License Plate Readers (ALPRs), b. Police Accountability Board - response to BPD proposed Surveillance Ordinance
39.Louis, BPD – AB 488, 2022 Annual Military Equipment Report
40.Arreguin, co-sponsor Harrison – Waivers for Woolsey Gardens Affordable Housing Project at 3120 – 3130 Shattuck, waives requirement that purchasers have a yearly gross income limited to no more than 44% of the cost of the unit at the time of sale and adds one unit instead of paying .44 unit in lieu fee

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LAND USE CALENDAR PUBLIC HEARINGS:

2720 Hillegass Avenue - Willard Park (Construct Community Center) 7/24/2023
705 Euclid Avenue (new single family dwelling) 9/26/2023
3000 Shattuck Avenue (Construct 10-story mixed-use building) – 9/26/2023
1598 University Avenue (Construct 8-story mixed-use building) 10/3/2023

WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:

July 24 ZAB Appeal 2720 Hillegass – Willard Park Clubhouse
September 26 ZAB Appeals 3000 Shattuck and 705 Euclid new single-family dwelling

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Unscheduled Presentations – Workshops and Special Meetings:

Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation (rescheduled from July 11 to September 19 at 4 pm)
Draft Waterfront Specific Plan (at 4 pm) – rescheduled from July 25 to October 2023
Fire Department Standards of Coverage & Community Risk Assessment June 13 presentation cancelled, report is worth reading (to be rescheduled) (didn’t have quorum)
Re-imagining Public Safety Update (November 2023)

July 16 - July 23, 2023
Worth Noting:
Council did not get to the agenda item on the plan for the Civic Center at the Tuesday July 11 Council meeting. Mayor Arreguin said the Civic Center Plan would be rescheduled before Council goes on summer recess (July 26 – September 11). Expect the presentation and vote on July 25 at 4 pm, but keep checking the City website. https://berkeleyca.gov/
If you are driving to a meeting at the North Berkeley Senior Center allow lots of extra time to find parking.

Monday:
- At 10:30 am the Public Safety Committee meets in the hybrid format onn police response.
- At 7 pm the Housing Advisory Commission meets in person on Fair Access to Housing.
Tuesday:
- At 6 pm the City Council meets in the hybrid format on the Ashby BART housing development and public parking at both stations. A total of 950 parking spaces will be removed to build housing.
Wednesday:
- At 1:30 pm the Commission on Aging meets in person.
- At 2 pm the FITES Committee meets in the hybrid format on reconfiguring University, Oxford and Fulton for the 51B bus and bicycles.
- At 6 pm there is a community meeting online on the Santa Fe Park Plan.
- At 6 pm the Civic Arts Commission meets in person.
- At 6 pm the Environment and Climate Commission meets in person.
- At 6:30 pm the HWCAC meets in person.
- At 7 pm the Commission on Labor meets in person on Labor Bill of Rights.
Thursday:
- At 6:30 pm the FCPC / OGC meets in person with an open government complaint, public meeting procedures, public comment and meeting transcripts on the agenda.
- At 7 pm the DRC meets in person on the final review of one project (38 bedrooms have no windows).
- At 7 pm the Mental Health Commission meets in person – full agenda.
- At 7 pm the Rent Board meets in the hybrid format and receives report on evictions.
Saturday: From 11 am – 7 pm at the Downtown Berkeley Plaza there will be live music, mural painting, vendors and food trucks to celebrate the arts.

The appeal of the Community Center in Willard Park is July 24.
The July 25 Regular City Council meeting agenda is available for comment. Item 38 is the Fixed Automated License Plate Readers (ALPRS). Use link or check list of agenda items at the end of the calendar. https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Directions with links to ZOOM support for activating Closed Captioning and Save Transcript are at the bottom of this calendar.

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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS

Sunday, July 16, 2023 - no city meetings, events listed

Monday, July 17, 2023

PUBLIC SAFETY POLICY COMMITTEE at 10:30 am
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1616975543
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 697 5543
AGENDA: 1. Audit recommendation Status - Data Analysis of CoB Police Response.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-public-safety

HOUSING ADVISORY COMMISSION (HAC) at 7 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. Presentation on Fair Access and Transparency for Rental Housing Applications Ordinance, 7. Discussion and possible action on Fair Access and Transparency, 8. Presentation by civic arts Commission on Artist Housing Initiatives, 9. Discussion and possible action to collaborate with the Disaster and Fire Safety Commission on Housing and Wildfire Risk, 11. Update on Affordable Housing Requirements Economic Feasibility Analysis.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/housing-advisory-commission

Tuesday, July 18, 2023

CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1616390973
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 639 0973
AGENDA: 1. Ashby BART Station Transit Oriented Development (14 pages), 2. City Policies for Managing Parking Around BART Stations (4 pages) Ashby BART current 535 spaces will decrease to 85 maximum, North Berkeley BART current 700 spaces decrease to 200 spaces 80 of which auxiliary lots (offsite).
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas

Wednesday, July 19, 2023

FACILITIES, INFRASTRUCTURE, TRANSPORTATION, ENVIRONMENT & SUSTAINABILITY (FITES) at 2 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1618670126
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 867 0126
AGENDA: 51B Bus Rapid Transit improvements $300,000 in total for consulting costs refer to FY 2025 – 2026 budget process, $150,000 for corridor studies along University from Seawall to Oxford and along Oxford and Fulton from Virginia to Durant, $150,000 for analysis of 4-way intersections for ADA improvements, width of curb cuts, signals, bulb-outs and safety improvements.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-facilities-infrastructure-transportation-environment-sustainability

SANTA FE TRACKBED TO PARK CONVERSION COMMUNITY MEETING from 6 – 8 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86557638538 (register)
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171
Meeting ID: 865 5763 8538 Passcode: 516869
AGENDA: Join for Updates, funding, schedule, design and potential uses at currently unprogrammed area of block 1 (between Blake and Ward).
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/our-work/capital-projects/santa-fe-trackbed-park-conversion

COMMISSION on AGING at 1:30 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: Presentations: Overview on Citywide Community Health Assessment, Update on Aging Services Division.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-aging

CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Russell, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Public Library
AGENDA: 7. Presentations, Discussion & Action items. a) CA Theater Consortium plans for ground floor theater space at 2113 Kittredge, b) Utility Box Mural inventory and assessment, c) WorkPlan, d) Public Comment Guidelines from Commissioner Manual, e) Public Art on Private Development quarterly Report, f) FY 2024 Civic Arts Grant-Funded Festivals and quarterly report.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission

COMMISSION on LABOR at 7 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 2. Updates to City of Berkley Labor Bill of Rights, 3. Subcommittee appointments.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-labor

ENVIRONMENT and CLIMATE COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. Update from Staff a. Solar + Storage, 7. Presentation: Principles of Community Engagement (Valerie Nguyen), 8. Letter to Council Transportation Division Staffing, 10. Workplan a. Transportation Public Space Reallocation Subcommittee, b. Native Plants and Pest Reduction Subcommittee, c. Electrification Subcommittee.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/environment-and-climate-commission

HUMAN WELFARE and COMMUNITY ACTION COMMISSION (HWCAC) at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 2800 Park, San Pablo Park Community Center
AGENDA: 6. Election of Low-Income Representatives, 7. HWCAC Bylaws, 8. Review J-Sei program and financial records, 9. Hopkins Corridor, 10. Appointments to HWCAC, 11. Hybrid meetings.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/human-welfare-and-community-action-commission

Thursday, July 20, 2023

DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Gooseberry Room
AGENDA: 1752 Shattuck at Francisco – Final Design Review – to construct a 7-story mixed use building with 72 residential apartments (38 bedrooms have no windows) with 1210 sq ft commercial space, 28 bicycle spaces.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/design-review-committee

FAIR CAMPAIGN PRACTICES COMMISSION (FCPC) / OPEN GOVERNMENT COMMISSION (OGC) at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Aspen Room
AGENDA FCPC: 6. Report from subcommittee on contribution limits, FCPC WorkPlan,
AGENDA OGC: 9. OGC Complaint from Jim McGrath, 10. Discussion and possible action on Subcommittee report reviewing City Council policies and practices related to public comment access and public participation, 11. OGC WorkPlan, 12. Commission meeting procedures, adding agenda items, agenda item order and Brown Act considerations.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/fair-campaign-practices-commission

MENTAL HEALTH COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center,
AGENDA: 3. SCU update, 4. Proposal for Early Intervention in Psychosis Program, 5. Mental Health Commission’s role regarding the policy of police sweeps of homeless folks, 6. Motion to establish subcommittee on Governor’s plan for “Transformation of Behavioral Health Services, 7. Caseload statistics, 8. Recording Mental Health Commission Meetings and Posting Them, 9. Subcommittee reports, 10. Community Health Records.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/mental-health-commission

RENT STABILIZATION BOARD at 7 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81315510979?pwd=LytGV2RZUDNrNVl4NHRJWkhHcVhSUT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 813 1551 0979
AGENDA: 6. Presentation: Eviction Defense Center (EDC) and East Bay Community Law Center (EBCLC) update on Berkeley eviction trends and data during the Eviction Moratorium Transition, 8. Appeal (will not be heard before 7:30 pm) Case No. T-5986 and T-5987 (1619 Walnut Street Units A & B).
https://rentboard.berkeleyca.gov/elected-rent-board/rent-board-meetings

Friday, July 21, 2023 - no city meetings, events listed

Saturday, July 22, 2023

FRONT ROW ARTS FESTIVAL from 11 am – 7 pm
In-Person: at Downtown Berkeley Plaza
AGENDA: Celebrating the Arts in Downtown Berkeley, live music, food trucks, vendors, live music, mural painting.
https://www.downtownberkeley.com/frontrowfestival/

Sunday, July 23, 2023 - no city meetings, events listed

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July 25, 2023 Agenda for CITY COUNCIL Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1606074224
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 607 4224
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas

AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.2nd reading Zoning Ordinance Amendments to Title 23 to conform to State Law and make non-substantive technical edits
2.
3.Designate Voting Delegate (Taplin) and Alternate (Humbert) at League of California Cities Annual Conference on 9/22/2023
4.Hollander, Economic Development – Contract to distribute 1/12 Berkeley Transient Occupancy Tax (Hotel Tax) not to exceed $3,500,000 with Convention and Visitor’s Bureau, d.b.a. Visit Berkeley for 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2027
5.Hollander, Economic Development – Contracts Turtle Island Monument in Civic Center Park 7/1/2023 – 3/30/2025, 1. Scott Parsons - $236,000 for fabrication of three new stone medallions, boulders for mounting and purchase granite base stone for mounting five bronze turtles, 2. Artworks Foundry - $350,000 for fabrication of large central bronze turtle sculpture
6.Radu, City Manager’s Office – Amend Contract # 117596-1 add $35,000 total $102,218 with Animal Fix Clinic (formerly Fix Our Ferals) for Spay and Neuter Services and extend to 7/25/2026
7.Oyekanmi, Finance – Bid Solicitations $885,000, FY 2023 Retaining Wall and Storm Drain Improvement
8.Sprague, Fire Department and Louis, BPD – Expand Contract add $50,000 total $300,000 with Cooke and Associates for Applicant Background Investigations 8/1/2023 – 7/31/2026
9.Warhuus, HHCS – Amend 10 Contracts for Mental Health Services Act (MHSA), Community Services and Supports (CSS) and Prevention and Early Intervention (PEI) funded through MHSA, CSS and PEI and extend to 6/30/2026, 1. CSS #108800-1 add $46,941 total $325,678 with Bay Area Hearing Voices Network, 2. CSS #31900132 add $100,000 per year total $700,000 with Building Opportunities for Self-Sufficiency (BOSS), 3. CSS #32200130 add $491,933 per year total $2,459,665 with Alameda County Behavioral Health Care Services, 4. CSS #32000117 add $626,616 per year for 3 years total $5,286,488 with Insight Housing (formerly Berkeley Food and Housing Project), 5. CSS #32000094 add $132,046 per year for 3 years with Youth Spirit Artworks and $78,000 (from Measure P) for FY 2024 for Tiny House Village total $1,211,230, 6. PEI #32000240 add $401,369 total $2,598,334 with BUSD, 7. PEI #088999-1 add $32,046 per year total $448,860 with Center for Independent Living, 8. PEI #052129-1 add $100,000 per year total $815,150 with Pacific Center for Human Growth, 9 PEI #32200146 add $100,000 per year total $475,000 with ONTRACK, 10. PEI #3200111 add $100,000 per year total $500,000 with East Bay Sanctuary Covenant
10.Warhuus, HHCS – Amend Contract #32300138 add $93,027 total $163,934 with California Mental Health Services Authority (CalMHSA) to execute a Participation Agreement for FY 2024 for the Prevention and Early Intervention Statewide Project thru 6/30/2024
11.Warhuus, HHCS – Contract $100,000 with 2 Plus 1 Housing Resolution services for Harriet Tubman Terrace Tenant Advocate for HHCS 7/15/2023 – 7/15/2024
12.Warhuus, HHCS – Resolution approving Mental Health Services Act Three Year Expenditure Plan FY 2024 - 2026
13.Warhuus, HHCS – Reserve $1,500,000 in Predevelopment Funds in Affordable Housing Mitigation Fee funds to BRIDGE Housing or its affiliate related to development of affordable Housing at North Berkeley BART
14.Aram Kouyoumdjian, HR – Establish Classification and Salary Range Deputy Police Chief annual salary range $200,000 - $260,000
15.Aram Kouyoumdjian, HR – Salary Range Adjustment for Public Employees Union (PEU) – Local 1, increase base salary Senior Building Maintenance Supervisor by 9.30%, Senior Equipment Supervisor by 13%, Senior Publics Works Supervisor by 8.53% and Senior Solid Wast Supervisor by 8.53% effective 1/1/2023
16.Fong, IT – Contract $325,000 with opportunity to extend thru FY 2025 total $370,000 for Piggyback Contract with SmartWave for City Facility Managed WiFi throughout City of Berkeley facilities
17.Ferris, Parks – Side Letter Agreement with Hornblower sublease rent payments at Doubletree Hotel at Waterfront
18.Ferris, Parks – Amend Contract #32200183 add $79,000 total $1,179,000 with Western Water Features, Inc for renovations at King Swim Center
19.Ferris, Parks – Amendment to existing $5,500,000 loan for D and E Dock Project in Berkeley Marina (4 alternatives) or internal loan with terms (charging interest to Marina fund) to use terms defined by City Manager.
20.Klein, Planning – Accept Grant $497,042 from Governor’s Office of Planning and Research to Create a New Environmental Justice Element, Update the General Disaster Preparedness & Safety Element, and Develop Community-Driven Climate and Resilience Metric 4/31/2023 – 1/31/2026
21.Garland, Public Works – Agreement with AC Transit to Provide Funding for Transit Shelter Maintenance $110,000 over 5 years
22.Garland, Public Works – Amend Contract add $50,000 total $100,000 with Benefit Resource, Inc. for Third-Party Administrator of Employee Commute Benefit Program and extend to 2/28/2025
23.Garland, Public Works – Amend Contract #32000128 add $500,000 total $1,200,000 with WSP USA Environment & Infrastructure, Inc. (formerly Wood Environment & Infrastructure Solutions, Inc.) for on-call environmental consulting services extend to 12/30/2026
24.Garland, Public Works – Amend contract #32000145 add $200,000 total $478,698 with Zonar Systems for Global Positioning System Telematics Program and extend to 6/30/2026
25.Garland, Public Works – Amend Contract #32100070 add $75,272 total $189,848 with Urban Ore, Inc. for Salvage Operations at CoB Transfer Station and extend to 6/30/2025
26.Garland, Public Works – Contract $300,000 with R & S Erection of Richmond, Inc. for on-call roll up door and gate maintenance and replacement 8/1/2023 – 7/31/2026
27.Garland, Public Works – Contract $1,900,000 with Wood Rogers, Inc. for Stormwater Master Plan
28.Garland, Public Works – Contract $300,000 with Disability Access Consultants (DAC) for up to 3 years for on-call American with Disabilities Act consulting for CoB Compliance Program
29.Garland, Public Works – Audit Status Report Underfunded Mandate: Resources, Strategic Plan, and Communication Needed to Continue Progress towards the Year 2020 Zero Waste Goal
30.Garland, Public Works – Audit Status Report Zero Waste Activities Will Help Align Service Levels with Billing and Ensure Customer Equity
31.Mental Health Commission – Resolution Adopt a City-Wide “Care First, Jails Last” Policy
32.Taplin, co-sponsor Harrison – Young Lives Matter Foundation Walk for Peace: Relinquishment Council Office Budget Funds
33.Barlett, co-sponsors Arreguin, Hahn, Harrison – Resolution proclaim the first week of August as Berkeley Farmer’s Market Week
34.Wengraf, co-sponsor Harrison, Hahn, Arreguin – Commemoration of the 100th Anniversary of the 1923 Berkeley Fire: Relinquishment Council Office Budget Funds
35.Robinson, co-sponsors Hahn, Humbert, Arreguin – Support Unionization of Peet’s Coffee Workers
AGENDA on ACTION:
36.Amendments to Title 23 Relating to ADU to conform to State Law and respond to guidance from California Department of Housing and Community Development
37.Warhuus, HHCS – Adopt Affordable Housing framework for North Berkeley BART Station Area
38.a. Louis, BPD – Surveillance Ordinance items related to Fixed Automated License Plate Readers (ALPRs), b. Police Accountability Board - response to BPD proposed Surveillance Ordinance
39.Louis, BPD – AB 488, 2022 Annual Military Equipment Report
40.Arreguin, co-sponsor Harrison – Waivers for Woolsey Gardens Affordable Housing Project at 3120 – 3130 Shattuck, waives requirement that purchasers have a yearly gross income limited to no more than 44% of the cost of the unit at the time of sale and adds one unit instead of paying .44 unit in lieu fee

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LAND USE CALENDAR PUBLIC HEARINGS:

2720 Hillegass Avenue - Willard Park (Construct Community Center) 7/24/2023
705 Euclid Avenue (new single family dwelling) 9/26/2023
3000 Shattuck Avenue (Construct 10-story mixed-use building) – 9/26/2023
1598 University Avenue (Construct 8-story mixed-use building) 10/3/2023

WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:

July 18 (WS) - Ashby BART Transit Oriented Development (TOD), and City Policies for Managing Parking Around BART Stations
July 24 ZAB Appeal 2720 Hillegass – Willard Park Clubhouse
September 26 ZAB Appeals 3000 Shattuck and 705 Euclid new single-family dwelling

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Unscheduled Presentations – Workshops and Special Meetings:

Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation (rescheduled from July 11 to September 19 at 4 pm)
Draft Waterfront Specific Plan (at 4 pm) – rescheduled from July 25 to October 2023
Fire Department Standards of Coverage & Community Risk Assessment June 13 presentation cancelled, report is worth reading (to be rescheduled) (didn’t have quorum)
Re-imagining Public Safety Update (November 2023)

July 9 - July 16, 2023
Worth Noting:
The week ahead is packed with meetings. The last City Council meeting before leaving on summer recess is July 25. Summer recess is July 26 through September 11. Most of the commissions do not meet in August.

Monday:
- At 2:30 pm Agenda and Rules Committee meets in the hybrid format to plan July 25 City Council meeting.
- At 4:30 pm Council goes into closed session on active litigation.
- At 6 pm Speaking Up for Point Molate Elizabeth Dougherty explains watersheds (online).
- At 7 pm the Personnel Board meets in person.
- At 7 pm the Peace and Justice Commission is scheduled to meet, but no agenda is posted.
Tuesday: At 7 pm City Council meets in the hybrid format with two important agenda items, 31city staff vacancies and 33 the Civic Center Plan which lists daylighting Strawberry Creek as an alternative for Civic Center Park
Wednesday: At
- 5 pm the community meeting on the African American Holistic Center Plan meets in person.
- At 5 pm the Commission on Disability meets in person.
- At 6 pm there is a community meeting online on the Zero Waste Strategic Plan.
- At 6:30 pm the Police Accountability Board meets in the hybrid format on the proposal for fixed camera licensed plate readers (ALPRs) from the Police Department.
- At 7 pm the Parks Commission meets in person on the subcommittee’s proposed Waterfront Specific Plan report.
Thursday:
- At 7 pm the Disaster and Fire Safety Commission meets in person.
- At 1 pm WETA meets in the hybrid format.
Friday: At 12 pm is Derby Day for children at the West Campus Pool.
Saturday: At 1 pm Aimee Baldwin gives a tour on Chinese in Berkeley for the Berkeley historical Society and Museum

Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
Directions with links to ZOOM support for activating Closed Captioning and Save Transcript are at the bottom of this calendar.

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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS

Sunday, July 9, 2023 - no city meetings, events listed

Monday, July 10, 2023

AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1604824574
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 482 4574
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 7/25/2023 draft agenda for the regular 6 pm City Council meeting – use link or read full draft agenda below at the end of the list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Workssessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, Unscheduled Items: 8. a. Discussion of Potential Changes to City Council Legislative Process, b. Discussion Regarding Design and Strengthening of Policy Committees Process and Structure (Including Budget Referrals), 9. Modifications or Improvements to City Council Meeting Procedures, 10. Strengthening and Supporting City Commission: Guidance on Development of Legislative Proposals, 11. Discussion and recommendations on the Continued Use of the Berkeley Considers Online Engagement Portal.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules

CITY COUNCIL Closed Session at 4:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1618149511
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 814 9511
AGENDA: Conference with Legal Counsel – Pending Litigation a. Smith v. City of Berkeley Alameda County Superior Case No. 22CV012424
https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-closed-meeting-eagenda-july-10-2023

PEACE and JUSTICE COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: No Agenda is posted as of Friday, July 7 at 10:24 pm
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/peace-and-justice-commission

PERSONNEL BOARD at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1301 Shattuck, Live Oak Community Center, Fireside Room
AGENDA: V. Recommendation to Amend Electrical Supervisor and Communications Supervisor Job Class Specifications, VI. Recommendation to Amend Parking Services Manager Job Class Specification, VII. Recommendation to Establish Lactation Counselor Job Class Specification and Salary Range, VIII. Revisions to the Unrepresented Employee Manual
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/personnel-board

SPEAKING UP for POINT MOLATE from 6 – 7 pm
Videoconference: https://sierraclub.zoom.us/j/99891619534
AGENDA: Dr. Elizabeth Dougherty, Executive Director, Wholly H2O on watersheds that supply the water where we work and live and how our actions affect them
https://whollyh2o.org/
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWg3-3wrgguS02lbt5wO_Qw

Tuesday, July 11, 2023

CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference:
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID:
AGENDA: Use the link and choose the html option or see the agenda listed at the end of the calendar. Agenda Item 31 the Auditor’s Report on City Staffing Shortages, Item 33 Adoption of the Civic Center Plan with consideration of daylighting Strawberry Creek.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas

Wednesday, July 12, 2023

AFRICAN AMERICAN HOLISTIC RESOURCE CENTER COMMUNITY MEETING from 5 – 7 pm
In-Person: at 2800 Park, Frances Albrier Community Center
AGENDA: Presentations by AE3 Architects, Parks, Recreation and Waterfront Team followed with public comment on design.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/african-american-holistic-resource-center-community-meeting

BERKELEY ZERO WASTE STRATEGIC PLAN MEETING from 6 – 7:30 pm
Videoconference Registration: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0td-GrrjMjHN3H0qmtVO9Qg0QPmqhWUyCb#/registration
Meeting ID: 833 9808 8684
AGENDA: Zero Waste Strategic Plan
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/berkeley-zero-waste-strategic-plan-meeting-0

COMMISSION on DISABILITY at 5 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 1. Nomination and vote for Chair, 2. Improving accessibility by changing meeting time, schedule or location, 3. WorkPlan, 4. Effective representation.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-disability

PARKS, RECREATION and WATERFRONT COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 2800 Park, Frances Albrier Community Center, Auditorium
AGENDA: 7. Chair’s Report, 8. Director’s Report, 9. Update $5,500,000 loan for D&E Dock Project, 10. Update on Marina Fund Gap, 11. Waterfront Specific Plan subcommittee report, 12. PRW WorkPlan
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/parks-recreation-and-waterfront-commission

POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD at 6:30 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82653396072
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 826 5359 6072
AGENDA: 3. Public Comment on agenda and non-agenda items, 5. OPDA Staff Report, Chair and Board Reports, Police Chief report, 8. Subcommittee Reports a. Policy and practices relating to Downtown Task force and Bike Unit Allegations, b. Body Worn Camera, c. Conflict of Interest, 9. Review of commendations, 10. A. Rescheduling July 25 meeting, b. Meeting minutes, c. Automated License Plate Readers (ALPRs), 11. Public Comment, 12 Closed session case updates (Agenda Packet 201 pages, BPD commendations 182 pages)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board

Thursday, July 13, 2023

DISASTER and FIRE SAFETY COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: 997 Cedar, Fire Department Division of Training Classroom
AGENDA: 4. Schedule special meeting for presentation on Facilities Master Plan And Dispatch needs (Council session 9/19/2023), 5. Election of Vice-Chair, 6. WorkPlan, 7. Request review of low-cost outdoor particulate smoke detectors that are tailored for high priority areas.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/disaster-and-fire-safety-commission

WATER EMERGENCY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY (WETA) at 1 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: Port of San Francisco, Pier 1
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89718217408
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 897 1821 7408 Password: 33779
AGENDA: 5. Reports, 11. Adopt WETA FY 2024 – 2028 Regional Measure 3 5-year operating plan
https://weta.sanfranciscobayferry.com/next-board-meeting

Friday, July 14, 2023

DERBY DAY from 12 – 3 pm
In-Person: at West Campus Pool, 2100 Browning
AGENDA: Recreation for youth, Cardboard Races Scavenger Hunt, Cannonball Contest.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/derby-day

Saturday, July 15, 2023

BERKELEY HISTORICAL SOCIETY and MUSEUM presents Chinese in Berkeley at 1 pm
In-Person: 1931 Center
AGENDA: Aimee Baldwin, Curator and Historian for the exhibition, “Touching Ground, Putting Down Roots: Chinese in Berkeley”
https://berkhistory.org/

Sunday, July 16, 2023 - no city meetings, events listed

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July 10 AGENDA and AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
DRAFT AGENDA for July 25 City Council meeting at 6 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1604824574
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 482 4574
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules

AGENDA on CONSENT:
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2.Hollander, Economic Development – Contract to distribute 1/12 Berkeley Transient Occupany Tax (Hotel Tax) not to exceed $3,500,000 with Convention and Visitor’s Bureau, d.b.s. Visit Berkeley for 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2027
3.Hollander, Economic Development – Contracts Turtle Island Monument in Civic Center Park 7/1/2023 – 3/30/2025, 1. Scott Parsons - $236,000 for fabrication of three new stone medallions, boulders for mounting and purchase granite base stone for mounting five bronze turtles, 2. Artworks Foundry - $350,000 for fabrication of large central bronze turtle sculpture
4.Radu, City Manager’s Office – Amend Contract # 117596-1 add $35,000 total $102,218 with Animal Fix Clinic (formerly Fix Our Ferals) for Spay and Neuter Services and extend to 7/25/2026
5.Oyekanmi, Finance – Bid Solicitations $885,000,
6.Sprague, Fire Department and Louis, BPD – Expand Contract add $50,000 total $300,000 with Cooke and Associates for Applicant Background Investigations 8/1/2023 – 7/31/2026
7.Warhuus, HHCS – Amend 10 Contracts for Mental Health Services Act (MHSA), Community Services and Supports (CSS) and Prevention and Early Intervention (PEI) funded through MHSA, CSS and PEI and extend to 6/30/2026, 1. CSS #108800-1 add $46,941 total $325,678 with Bay Area Hearing Voices Network, 2. CSS #31900132 add $100,000 per year total $700,000 with Building Opportunities for Self-Sufficiency (BOSS), 3. CSS #32200130 add $491,933 per year total $2,459,665 with Alameda County Behavioral Health Care Services, 4. CSS #32000117 add $626,616 per year for 3 years total $5,286,488 with Insight Housing (formerly Berkeley Food and Housing Project), 5. CSS #32000094 add $132,046 per year for 3 years with Youth Spirit Artworks and $78,000 (from Measure P) for FY 2024 for Tiny House Village total $1,211,230, 6. PEI #32000240 add $401,369 total $2,598,334 with BUSD, 7. PEI #088999-1 add $32,046 per year total $448,860 with Center for Independent Living, 8. PEI #052129-1 add $100,000 per year total $815,150 with Pacific Center for Human Growth, 9 PEI #32200146 add $100,000 per year total $475,000 with ONTRACK, 10. PEI #3200111 add $100,000 per year total $500,000 with East Bay Sanctuary Covenant
8.Warhuus, HHCS – Amend Contract #32300138 add $93,027 total $163,934 with California Mental Health Services Authority (CalMHSA) to execute a Participation Agreement for FY 2024 for the Prevention and Early Intervention Statewide Project thru 6/30/2024
9.Warhuus, HHCS – Contract $100,000 with 2 Plus 1 Housing Resolution services for Harriet Tubman Terrace Tenant Advocate for HHCS 7/15/2023 – 7/15/2024
10.Warhuus, HHCS – Resolution approving Mental Health Services Act Three Year Expenditure Plan FY 2024 - 2026
11.Warhuus, HHCS – Reserve $1,500,000 in Predevelopment Funds in Affordable Housing Mitigation Fee funds to BRIDGE Housing or its affiliate related to development of affordable Housing at North Berkeley BART
12.Aram Kouyoumdjian, HR – Establish Classification and Salary Range Deputy Police Chief annual salary range $200,000 - $260,000
13.Aram Kouyoumdjian, HR – Salary Range Adjustment for Public Employees Union (PEU) – Local 1, increase base salary Senior Building Maintenance Supervisor by 9.30%, Senior Equipment Supervisor by 13%, Senior Publics Works Supervisor by 8.53% and Senior Solid Wast Supervisor by 8.53% effective 1/1/2023
14.Fong, IT – Contract $325,000 with opportunity to extend thru FY 2025 total $370,000 for Piggyback Contract with SmartWave for City Facility Managed WiFi throughout City of Berkeley facilities
15.Ferris, Parks – Side Letter Agreement with Hornblower sublease resnt payments at Doubletree Holtel at Waterfront
16.Ferris, Parks – Amend Contract #32200183 add $79,000 total $1,179,000 with Western Water Features, Inc for renovations at King Swim Center
17.Klein, Planning – Accept Grant $497,042 from Governor’s Office of Planning and Research to Create a New Environmental Justice Element, Update the General Disaster Preparedness & Safety Element, and Develop Community-Driven Climate and Resillience Metric 4/31/2023 – 1/31/2026
18.Garland, Public Works – Agreement with AC Transit to Provide Funding for Transit Shelter Maintenance $110,000 over 5 years
19.Garland, Public Works – Amend Contract add $50,000 total $100,000 with Benefit Resource, Inc. for Third-Party Administrator of Employee Commute Benefit Program and extend to 2/28/2025
20.Garland, Public Works – Amend Contract #32000128 add $500,000 total $1,200,000 with WSP USA Environment & Infrastructure, Inc. (foremerly Wood Environment & Infrastructure Solutions, Inc.) for on-call environmental consulting services extend to 12/30/2026
21.Garland, Public Works – Amend contract #32000145 add $200,000 total $478,698 with Zonar Systems for Global Positioning System Telematics Program and extend to 6/30/2026
22.Garland, Public Works – Amend Contract #32100070 add $75,272 total $189,848 with Urban Ore, Inc. for Salvage Operations at CoB Transfer Station and extend to 6/30/2025
23.Garland, Public Works – Contract $300,000 with R & S Erection of Richmond, Inc. for on-call roll up door and gate maintenance and replacement 8/1/2023 – 7/31/2026
24.Garland, Public Works – Contract $1,900,000 with Wood Rogers, Inc. for Stormwater Mster Plan
25.Garland, Public Works – Contract $300,000 with Disability Access Consultants (DAC) for up to 3 years for on-call American with Disabilities Act consulting for CoB Compliance Program
26.Garland, Public Works – Audit Status Report Underfunded Mandate: Resources, Strategic Plan, and Communication Needed to Continue Progress towards the Year 2020 Zero Waste Goal
27.Garland, Public Works – Audit Status Report Zero Waste Activities Will Help Align Service Levels with Billing and Ensure Customer Equity
28.Mental Health Commission – Resolution Adopt a City-Wide “Care First, Jails Last” Policy
29.Arreguin – Sponsorship of Peace Lantern Ceremony at Aquatic Park on 8/5/2023
30.Barlett, co-sponsors Arreguin, Hahn, Harrison – Resolution proclaim the first week of August as Berkeley Farmer’s Market Week
31.Wengraf, co-sponsor Harrison – Commemoration of the 100th Anniversary of the 1923 Berkeley Fire
32.Robinson, co-sponsors Hahn, Humbert – Support Unionization of Peet’s Coffe Workers
AGENDA on ACTION:
33.Amendments to Title 23 Relating to ADU to conform to State Law and respond to guidance from California Department of Housing and Community Development
34.Designate Voting Delegate and Alternate at League of California Cities Annual Conference on 9/22/2023
35.Warhuus, HHCS – Adopt Affordable Housing framework for North Berkeley BART Station Area
36.Ferris, Parks - $5,500,000 loan for D and E Dock Project in Berkeley Marian
37.Louis, BPD – AB 488, 2022 Annual Military Equipment Report
38.Louis, BPD – Surveillance Ordinance items related to Fied Automated License Plate Readers (ALPRs)
39.Arreguin – Waivers for Woolsey Gardens Affordable Housing Project at 3120 – 3130 Shattuck, waives requirement that purchasers have a yearly gross income limited to no more than 44% of the cost of the unit at the time of sale and adds one unit instead of paying .44 unit in lieu fee

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July 11, 2023 Agenda for CITY COUNCIL Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1607533030
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 753 3030
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas

AGENDA on CONSENT:

Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: Fund fire Protection and Emergency Response and Preparedness Measure GG
Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Special Tax Rate: Fund Library Services

3.Oyekanmi, Finance – Annual Appropriations Ordinance No. 7,879-N.S. $728,631,293 (Gorss) $621,229,929 (Net)
4.Adopting temporary exemption from the collection of taxes under BMC 9.04.136(D) Tax Rate for Non-Medical and Medical Cannabis Business
5.Peter Radu, City Manager’s Office – Encampment Resolution Funding Grant Award of $4,931,058 from state of California
6.Peter Radu, City Manager’s Office – Urgency Ordinance for leasing 1619 University (Super 8 Motel) for 60 months
7.Peter Radu, City Manager’s Office – Contract $7,295,635 with Insight Housing (formerly Berkeley food and Housing Project) to operate an interim housing program at Super 8 Motel (1619 University) from 8/1/2023 to 7/31/2028
8.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal bid solicitations $482,500
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13.Aram Kouyoumdjian, HR – Amend contract #32000226 total $233,736 (amount added not given) with MidAmerica Administrative & Retirement Solutions for administration of SRIP | Disability, Retiree Health Premium Assistance Plan (RHPAP) Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) and Police Employee Retiree Income Plans (PERIP) for 1/12021 – 12/31/2025
14.Aram Kouyoumdjian, HR – Amend contract #32300158 total $750,000 (amount added not given) with AppleOne Employment Services for temporary staffing from 2/1/2023 – 6/30/2025
15.Aram Kouyoumdjian, HR – Revisions to the Unrepresented Employee Manual1) Merit raises in current classification, 2) Aligns vacation accrual and longevity pay rates and vacation sell-back policies for the Fire Chief, the Police Chief and their deputies 3) Includes Office Specialists III among classifications that qualify for the City Manager Department Differential
16.Aram Kouyoumdjian, HR – Supplemental Military Leave Compensation Policy to offer City’s supplemental ilitary leave compensation benefit retroactively from 6/1/2019 – 6/30/2025 to provide wages to supplement an employee’s military pay and allowances for a period not to exceed two years that must be taken within 36 months of the leave request for emplyees called up to involuntary active military service
17.Ferris, Parks – Accept grant $5,138,685 from Alameda County Transportation Commission for the Berkeley Pier Water Transportation / Ferry Project
18.Ferris, Parks – Amend contract #32000188 add $75,000 total $225,000 with GSI Environmental Inc. for on-call environmental consulting services and extend term from 12/20/2023 – 6/30/2025
19.Louis, BPD – Amend contract #32300022 add $150,000 total $200,000 with Public Safety Family Counseling Group, Inc. for additional critical incident stress management (CISM), education and counseling services
20.Housing Advisory Commission – Conduct a Study on the City’s History of Discriminatory Actions in Housing Policies/Programs that adversely impacted the Black community and its ability to remain and grow in the city, build inter-generational wealth and fully realize the benefits of homeownership and how lessons learned can inform future housing policies and programs
21.Arreguin – Reappoint Thomas-Rodriguez, Max Levine and Ali Kashani to Berkeley Housing Authority of Commissioners
22.Arreguin, Co-sponsor Hahn – Support Rooftop Solar and Battery Storage for Multifamily Housing and Schools and send resolution to Newsom, Skinner, Wicks and CPUC in support of Virtual Net Energy Metering (VNEM) and Net Energy Metering Aggregation (NEM-A)
23.Arreguin, Co-sponsor Hahn – Relinquishment of Council Office Budget Funds to the Kala Art Institute the fiscal sponsor for the Chavez/Huerta Tribute Site
24.Excused absence for Vice Mayor Ben Bartlett
25.Taplin - Relinquishment of Council Office Budget Funds to support the Berkeley Humane Society adoption event
26.Taplin - Relinquishment of Council Office Budget Funds for BHS all class reunion
27.Bartlett – Resolution in support for unionized employees of REI
28.Harrison, Arreguin - Relinquishment of Council Office Budget Funds and co-sponsorship fo the Cesar Chavez, Dolores Heurta Tribute Site Curriculum Project
29.Harrison – Resolution opposing Tokyo Electric Power Company and the Government of Japan’s Planned Discharge of Wastewater from Fukushima Daichi Nuclear Power Plant into the Pacific Ocean
AGENDA on ACTION:
30.Zoning Ordinance Amendments to Title 23 of BMC to Conform to State Law and Make Non-Substantive Technical Edits
31.Wong, City Auditor – Report Staff Shortages, City services Constrained by Staff Retention Challenges and Delayed Hiring
32.Warhuus, HHCS – Referral Response: Affordable Housing Preference Policy for rental housing created through below market rate and Housing Trust Fund Programs
33.Adoption – Civic Center Phase II – Design Concept
34.Hahn, Co-sponsor Arreguin – Dedicated Public Comment Time for City of Berkeley Unions at the beginning of City Council meetings
35.De-prioritizing the enforcement of laws imposing criminal penalties for Entheogenic/Psychedelic plants and fungi for personal use
INFORMATION REPORTS:
36.Annual Report on Landmarks Preservation Commission (LPC) Actions
37.City Auditor FY 2024 Audit Plan

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LAND USE CALENDAR PUBLIC HEARINGS:

2720 Hillegass Avenue - Willard Park (Construct Community Center) 7/24/2023
705 Euclid Avenue (new single family dwelling) 9/26/2023
3000 Shattuck Avenue (Construct 10-story mixed-use building) – 9/26/2023
1598 University Avenue (Construct 8-story mixed-use building) 10/3/2023

WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:

July 18 (WS) - Ashby BART Transit Oriented Development (TOD), and City Policies for Managing Parking Around BART Stations
July 24 ZAB Appeal 2720 Hillegass – Willard Park Clubhouse
September 26 ZAB Appeals 3000 Shattuck and 705 Euclid new single-family dwelling

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Unscheduled Presentations – Workshops and Special Meetings:

Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation (rescheduled from July 11 to September 19 at 4 pm)
Draft Waterfront Specific Plan (at 4 pm) – rescheduled from July 25 to October 2023
Fire Department Standards of Coverage & Community Risk Assessment June 13 presentation cancelled, report is worth reading (to be rescheduled) (didn’t have quorum)
Re-imagining Public Safety Update (November 2023)

July 2 - July 9, 2023
Worth Noting:
Enjoy the 4th of July Holiday week

Thursday: At 7 pm the Landmarks Preservation Commission in person.
Saturday:
- At 10 am the Berkeley Neighborhoods Council meets online.
- From 3:30 – 5:30 pm is the Morchestra 17 piece Jazz orchestra in John Hinkel Park.

The July 11 City Council Agenda is posted for review and comment. Agenda Item 31 is the City Auditors report on staffing shortages and employee satisfaction (report 60 pages). Agenda Item 33 is the Adoption of the Civic Center Phase II Design Concept (Report 180 pages).

Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/

Directions with links to ZOOM support for activating Closed Captioning and Save Transcript are at the bottom of this calendar.

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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS

Sunday, July 2, 2023 - no city meetings, events listed
Monday, July 3, 2023 - no city meetings, events listed

Tuesday, July 4, 2023 – HOLIDAY

4th of July announcement on closed roads prohibition of fireworks
https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/CABERKE/bulletins/3624f60

Wednesday, July 5, 2023 FITES Meeting canceled

Thursday, July 6, 2023

LANDMARKS PRESERVATION COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: 1901 Hearst Ave, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 60 Panoramic Way – Resume Public Hearing for Landmark or Structure of Merit
910 Indian Rock Ave – open public hearing Landmark or Structure of Merit
2113 Kittredge – Structural Alteration Permit
803 Delaware – Structural Alteration Permit
1850 Berryman – Structural Alteration Permit for the Maybeck House Property
2480 Bancroft – Demolition Referral
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/landmarks-preservation-commission

Friday, July 7, 2023 - no city meetings, events listed

Saturday, July 8, 2023

MUSIC in the PARK (JAZZ) from 3:30 – 5:30 pm
At 41 Somerset Place, John Hinkel Park
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/music-park-jazz-morchestra

Berkeley Neighborhoods Council at 10 am
Videoconference:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/4223188307?pwd=dFlNMVlVZ2d6b0FnSHh3ZlFwV2NMdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 422 318 8307 Passcode: 521161
AGENDA: Check later – no posting yet
https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/

Sunday, July 9, 2023 - no city meetings, events listed

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July 11, 2023 Agenda for CITY COUNCIL Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1607533030
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 753 3030
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas

AGENDA on CONSENT:

Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: Fund fire Protection and Emergency Response and Preparedness Measure GG
Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Special Tax Rate: Fund Library Services

3.Oyekanmi, Finance – Annual Appropriations Ordinance No. 7,879-N.S. $728,631,293 (Gorss) $621,229,929 (Net)
4.Adopting temporary exemption from the collection of taxes under BMC 9.04.136(D) Tax Rate for Non-Medical and Medical Cannabis Business
5.Peter Radu, City Manager’s Office – Encampment Resolution Funding Grant Award of $4,931,058 from state of California
6.Peter Radu, City Manager’s Office – Urgency Ordinance for leasing 1619 University (Super 8 Motel) for 60 months
7.Peter Radu, City Manager’s Office – Contract $7,295,635 with Insight Housing (formerly Berkeley food and Housing Project) to operate an interim housing program at Super 8 Motel (1619 University) from 8/1/2023 to 7/31/2028
8.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal bid solicitations $482,500
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13.Aram Kouyoumdjian, HR – Amend contract #32000226 total $233,736 (amount added not given) with MidAmerica Administrative & Retirement Solutions for administration of SRIP | Disability, Retiree Health Premium Assistance Plan (RHPAP) Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) and Police Employee Retiree Income Plans (PERIP) for 1/12021 – 12/31/2025
14.Aram Kouyoumdjian, HR – Amend contract #32300158 total $750,000 (amount added not given) with AppleOne Employment Services for temporary staffing from 2/1/2023 – 6/30/2025
15.Aram Kouyoumdjian, HR – Revisions to the Unrepresented Employee Manual1) Merit raises in current classification, 2) Aligns vacation accrual and longevity pay rates and vacation sell-back policies for the Fire Chief, the Police Chief and their deputies 3) Includes Office Specialists III among classifications that qualify for the City Manager Department Differential
16.Aram Kouyoumdjian, HR – Supplemental Military Leave Compensation Policy to offer City’s supplemental ilitary leave compensation benefit retroactively from 6/1/2019 – 6/30/2025 to provide wages to supplement an employee’s military pay and allowances for a period not to exceed two years that must be taken within 36 months of the leave request for emplyees called up to involuntary active military service
17.Ferris, Parks – Accept grant $5,138,685 from Alameda County Transportation Commission for the Berkeley Pier Water Transportation / Ferry Project
18.Ferris, Parks – Amend contract #32000188 add $75,000 total $225,000 with GSI Environmental Inc. for on-call environmental consulting services and extend term from 12/20/2023 – 6/30/2025
19.Louis, BPD – Amend contract #32300022 add $150,000 total $200,000 with Public Safety Family Counseling Group, Inc. for additional critical incident stress management (CISM), education and counseling services
20.Housing Advisory Commission – Conduct a Study on the City’s History of Discriminatory Actions in Housing Policies/Programs that adversely impacted the Black community and its ability to remain and grow in the city, build inter-generational wealth and fully realize the benefits of homeownership and how lessons learned can inform future housing policies and programs
21.Arreguin – Reappoint Thomas-Rodriguez, Max Levine and Ali Kashani to Berkeley Housing Authority of Commissioners
22.Arreguin, Co-sponsor Hahn – Support Rooftop Solar and Battery Storage for Multifamily Housing and Schools and send resolution to Newsom, Skinner, Wicks and CPUC in support of Virtual Net Energy Metering (VNEM) and Net Energy Metering Aggregation (NEM-A)
23.Arreguin, Co-sponsor Hahn – Relinquishment of Council Office Budget Funds to the Kala Art Institute the fiscal sponsor for the Chavez/Huerta Tribute Site
24.Excused absence for Vice Mayor Ben Bartlett
25.Taplin - Relinquishment of Council Office Budget Funds to support the Berkeley Humane Society adoption event
26.Taplin - Relinquishment of Council Office Budget Funds for BHS all class reunion
27.Bartlett – Resolution in support for unionized employees of REI
28.Harrison, Arreguin - Relinquishment of Council Office Budget Funds and co-sponsorship fo the Cesar Chavez, Dolores Heurta Tribute Site Curriculum Project
29.Harrison – Resolution opposing Tokyo Electric Power Company and the Government of Japan’s Planned Discharge of Wastewater from Fukushima Daichi Nuclear Power Plant into the Pacific Ocean
AGENDA on ACTION:
30.Zoning Ordinance Amendments to Title 23 of BMC to Conform to State Law and Make Non-Substantive Technical Edits
31.Wong, City Auditor – Report Staff Shortages, City services Constrained by Staff Retention Challenges and Delayed Hiring
32.Warhuus, HHCS – Referral Response: Affordable Housing Preference Policy for rental housing created through below market rate and Housing Trust Fund Programs
33.Adoption – Civic Center Phase II – Design Concept
34.Hahn, Co-sponsor Arreguin – Dedicated Public Comment Time for City of Berkeley Unions at the beginning of City Council meetings
35.De-prioritizing the enforcement of laws imposing criminal penalties for Entheogenic/Psychedelic plants and fungi for personal use
INFORMATION REPORTS:
36.Annual Report on Landmarks Preservation Commission (LPC) Actions
37.City Auditor FY 2024 Audit Plan

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LAND USE CALENDAR PUBLIC HEARINGS:

2720 Hillegass Avenue - Willard Park (Construct Community Center) 7/24/2023
705 Euclid Avenue (new single family dwelling) 9/26/2023
3000 Shattuck Avenue (Construct 10-story mixed-use building) – 9/26/2023
1598 University Avenue (Construct 8-story mixed-use building) 10/3/2023

WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:

July 11- Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation (at 4 pm)
July 18 (WS) - Ashby BART Transit Oriented Development (TOD), and City Policies for Managing Parking Around BART Stations
July 24 ZAB Appeal 2720 Hillegass – Willard Park Clubhouse
September 26 ZAB Appeals 3000 Shattuck and 705 Euclid new single-family dwelling

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Unscheduled Presentations – Workshops and Special Meetings:

Draft Waterfront Specific Plan (at 4 pm) – rescheduled from July 25 to Fall 2023
Fire Department Standards of Coverage & Community Risk Assessment June 13 presentation cancelled, report is worth reading (to be rescheduled) (didn’t have quorum)

June 25 - July 2, 2023
Worth Noting:
Summer is here with the community picnic, movies in the park and Pride on the Plaza with drag performances.

Monday
- At 2:30 pm the Agenda and Rules Committee meets in the hybrid format to finalize the July 11 City Council meeting and continue discussion on Council legislative process
Tuesday
- At 10 am the Solano BID meets in person.
- At 6 pm City Council meets in the hybrid format and will vote to finalize the FY 2024 budget.
- At 6 pm the Zero Waste Commission meets in person.
Thursday
- From 9 am – 4 pm is the Community Picnic at San Pablo Park.
- From 4 – 7 pm is the Pride on Plaza event with music and drag show.
- From 6 – 7:30 pm Berkeley Zero Waste Strategic Plan Community meeting in person.
Friday
- At 11 am the Civic Arts Grants Subcommittee meets.
- From 8:40 – 10:30 pm is the movie Minions the rise of Gru at the Strawberry Creek Park.

KPFA – To vote for the local Board of Directors later this summer, if you have not already contributed $25 the deadline is June 30. The local board in turn will select four Directors to serve on the National Board.
The Land Use Calendar of appeals and Council Special Meetings and Worksessions are listed near the end of the Calendar.
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS

Sunday, June 25, 2023 - no city meetings, events listed

Monday, June 26, 2023

AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1618410107
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 841 0107
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 7/11/2023 draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda below at the end of the list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Workssessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review: 8. a. Discussion of Potential Changes to City Council Legislative Process, 8. b. Discussion Regarding Design and Strengthening of Policy Committees Process and Structure (Including Budget Referrals), Unscheduled Items: 9. Modifications or Improvements to City Council meeting procedures, 10. Strengthening and Supporting City Commission: Guidance on Development of Legislative Proposals, 11. Discussion and Recommendations on the Continued Use of the Berkeley Considers Online Engagement Portal.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules

Tuesday, June 27, 2023

SOLANO AVENUE BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT ADVISORY BOARD at 10 am
In-Person: 1801 Solano, Mechanics Bank
AGENDA: 5. Review Invoices, 6. Update on Solano Ave Revitalization RFP and project planning and coordinated with changes Albany is considering, 7. Update on the Zoning Amendments to support small business (Planning Commission 6/7/2023), 8. Work Plan, Holiday Décor 2023-2024; review tree well progress
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/solano-avenue-business-improvement-district-advisory-board

CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1608493904
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 849 3904
AGENDA: Use the link and choose the html option or see the agenda listed at the end of the calendar.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas

ZERO WASTE COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: 1326 Allston Way, Ratcliff Building, Willow Room
AGENDA: 6. At 6:30 pm Staff Updates on Rates, Progress on Zero Waste Strategic Plan, Progress on SB-1383, SUDs Ordinance Enforcement, Plastic Bag Ordinance, Discussion and Action Items: 1. At 6:50 pm Ridwell Presentation, 2. At 7:10 pm Berkeley Food Network, 3. At 7:30 om Formation of Sub-Committee to Review Green Building Requirements, 4. At 7:40 pm Discuss Legislative Updates
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zero-waste-commission

Wednesday, June 28, 2023 – Islam Eid al-Adha – no city meetings or events

Thursday, June 29, 2023

COMMUNITY PICNIC from 9 am – 4 pm
At 2800 Park, San Pablo Park
(Free Event)
Afternoon of activities for youth and teens with giant inflatables, wall climbing, burgers catered by Fuddruckers, a petting zoo, tot zone, sports zone
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/community-picnic-2023

LOVE WINS: A VARIETY SHOW from 4 – 7 pm
Downtown Berkeley Plaza
(Free Event)
Pride on the Plaza event with music, local vendors and drag performances
https://www.downtownberkeley.com/events/

BERKELEY ZERO WASTE STRATEGIC PLAN COMMUNITY MEETING from 6 – 7:30 pm
In-Person: 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
To be repeated online on July 12 from 6 – 7:30 pm

Friday, June 30, 2023

CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION Grants Subcommittee at 11 am
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1616394238
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252
Meeting ID: 161 639 4238
AGENDA: 5. Discussion with possible action a. Grants Program Work Plan
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission

MOVIES in the PARK: MINIONS THE RISE of GRU from 8:40 pm to 10:30 pm
1260 Allston Way, Strawberry Creek Park
(Free Event)
Bring blankets, sleeping bags, and/or low-back beach chairs with maximum height of 9” off the ground, alcohol free event, flashlight suggested for walking out at the end of the evening
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/movies-park-minions-rise-gru

Saturday, July 1, 2023 – no city meetings, events listed
Sunday, July 2, 2023 - no city meetings, events listed

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DRAFT AGENDA for July 11, 2023 City Council Regular 6 pm Meeting
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1618410107
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 841 0107
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules

AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.Peter Radu, City Manager’s Office – Encampment Resolution Funding Grant Award of $4,931,058 from state of California
2.Peter Radu, City Manager’s Office – Urgency Ordinance for leasing 1619 University (Super 8 Motel) for 60 months
3.Peter Radu, City Manager’s Office – Contract $7,295,635 with Insight Housing (formerly Berkeley food and Housing Project) to operate an interim housing program at Super 8 Motel (1619 University) from 8/1/2023 to 7/31/2028
4.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal bid solicitations $482,500
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10.Aram Kouyoumdjian, HR – Amend contract #32000226 total $233,736 (amount added not given) with MidAmerica Administrative & Retirement Solutions for administration of SRIP | Disability, Retiree Health Premium Assistance Plan (RHPAP) Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) and Police Employee Retiree Income Plans (PERIP) for 1/12021 – 12/31/2025
11.Aram Kouyoumdjian, HR – Amend contract #32300158 total $750,000 (amount added not given) with AppleOne Employment Services for temporary staffing from 2/1/2023 – 6/30/2025
12.Aram Kouyoumdjian, HR – Revisions to the Unrepresented Employee Manual1) Merit raises in current classification, 2) Aligns vacation accrual and longevity pay rates and vacation sell-back policies for the Fire Chief, the Police Chief and their deputies 3) Includes Office Specialists III among classifications that qualify for the City Manager Department Differential
13.Aram Kouyoumdjian, HR – Supplemental Military Leave Compensation Policy to offer City’s supplemental ilitary leave compensation benefit retroactively from 6/1/2019 – 6/30/2025 to provide wages to supplement an employee’s military pay and allowances for a period not to exceed two years that must be taken within 36 months of the leave request for emplyees called up to involuntary active military service
14.Ferris, Parks – Accept grant $5,138,685 from Alameda County Transportation Commission for the Berkeley Pier Water Transportation / Ferry Project
15.Ferris, Parks – Amend contract #32000188 add $75,000 total $225,000 with GSI Environmental Inc. for on-call environmental consulting services and extend term from 12/20/2023 – 6/30/2025
16.Louis, BPD – Amend contract #32300022 add $150,000 total $200,000 with Public Safety Family Counseling Group, Inc. for additional critical incident stress management (CISM), education and counseling services
17.Housing Advisory Commission – Conduct a Study on the City’s History of Discriminatory Actions in Housing Policies/Programs that adversely impacted the Black community and its ability to remain and grow in the city, build inter-generational wealth and fully realize the benefits of homeownership and how lessons learned can inform future housing policies and programs
18.Wong, City Auditor – Report Staff Shortages, City services Constrained by Staff Retention Challenges and Delayed Hiring
19.Arreguin – Reappoint Thomas-Rodriguez, Max Levine and Ali Kashani to Berkeley Housing Authority of Commissioners
20.Arreguin – Support Rooftop Solar and Battery Storage for Multifamily Housing and Schools and send resolution to Newsom, Skinner, Wicks and CPUC in support of Virtual Net Energy Metering (VNEM) and Net Energy Metering Aggregation (NEM-A)
21.Arreguin – Relinquishment of Council Office Budget Funds to the Kala Art Institute the fiscal sponsor for the Chavez/Huerta Tribute Site
22.Taplin - Relinquishment of Council Office Budget Funds to support the Berkeley Humane Society adoption event
23.Taplin - Relinquishment of Council Office Budget Funds for BHS all class reunion
24.Bartlett – Resolution in support for unionized employees of REI
25.Harrison, Arreguin - Relinquishment of Council Office Budget Funds and co-sponsorship fo the Cesar Chavez, Dolores Heurta Tribute Site Curriculum Project
26.Harrison – Resolution opposing Tokyo Electric Power Company and the Government of Japan’s Planned Discharge of Wastewater from Fukushima Daichi Nuclear Power Plant into the Pacific Ocean
AGENDA on ACTION:
27.Zoning Ordinance Amendments to Title 23 of BMC to Conform to State Law and Make Non-Substantive Technical Edits
28.Warhuus, HHCS – Referral Response: Affordable Housing Preference Policy for rental housing created through below market rate and Housing Trust Fund Programs
29.Adoption – Civic Center Phase II – Design Concept
30.De-prioritizing the enforcement of laws imposing criminal penalties for Entheogenic/Psychedelic plants and fungi for personal use
31.Excused absence for Vice Mayor Ben Bartlett
32.Harrison – Adopt an Ordinance Adding Chapter 12.75 to BMC to establish protections relating to animals held, owned, used, exhibited or otherwise kept for racing or other sport, entertainment of profit
33.Hahn – Dedicated Public Comment Time for City of Berkeley Unions at the beginning of City Council meetings
INFORMATION REPORTS:
34.Annual Report on Landmarks Preservation Commission (LPC) Actions
35.City Auditor FY 2024 Audit Plan

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June 27, 2023 Agenda for CITY COUNCIL Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1608493904
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 849 3904
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas

AGENDA on CONSENT:

2nd reading - Klein, Planning and Development - Bird Safe Building Requirements; Adding Berkeley Municipal Code Section 23.304.150
2nd reading - Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: Fund the Debt Service on the Affordable Housing General Obligation Bonds (Measure O, Nov 2018 Election) at 0,0250%

3.Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: FundFirefighting, Emergency Medical Response and Wildfire Prevention (Measure FF) at annual tax rate of $0.1176 (11.76 cents)
4.Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: Fund Debt Service on Neighborhood Branch Library Improvements Project General Obligation Bonds (Measure FF, November 2008) at 0.0050%
5.Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: FundService on 2015 Refnding General Obligation Bonds (Measures G, S & I) elections 1992, 1996 and 2002 at o.0115%
6.Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: Fund the Debt Service on the Infrastructure and Facilities General Obligation Bonds (Measure T1, November 2016) at 0.0140%
7.Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: Fund the Debt Service on the Street and Watershed Improvements General Obligation Bonds (Measure M, November 2012)
8.Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: Business License Tax on Large Non-Profits at $0.7909 per square foot of improvements
9.Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: Fund the Maintenance of Parks, City Trees and Landscaping at $0.2130
10.Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: Fund the Provision of Emergency Medical Services (Paramedic Tax) at $0.0451
11.Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: FundEmergency Services for the Severely Disabled (Measure E) at $0.02018)
12.Fair Campaign Practices Commission – Amendments to Berkeley Election Reform Act to modify the forms required to open a campaign committee, change the deadline to qualify for public financing, clarify rules
13.Amendments to the COVID-19 Emergency Response Ordinance.

Minutes for Approval
Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations $400,000
Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: Fund fire Protection and Emergency Response and Preparedness Measure GG
Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Special Tax Rate: Fund Library Services
Oyekanmi, Finance – Appropriations Limit for FY 2024 $342,803,053
Oyekanmi, Finance – Revisions to the Debt Management and Disclosure Policy
Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Reaffirming the Investment Policy and Designation of Investment Authority
Sprague, Fire Dept – Contract $106,000 with ZOLL Medical Corporation for ECG Monitor/Defibrillator Support for emergency Response Vehicles from 7/1/2023-6/30/2025
Sprague, Fire Dept – Contract $62,000 with Stryker Corp, Preventive Maintenance Service from 8/1/2023 – 8/1/2026
Sprague, Fire Dept – Contract $1,600,000 with US Digital Designs for Fire Station Emergency Alerting System from 7/12/2023 – 6/2/2026
Warhuus, HHCS – Amend Contract add $35,000 total $125,000 with Harold Dichoso COVID-19 Outreach and Education and extend to 6/30/2024
Warhuus, HHCS – Fiscal Year 2023 Community Development Block Grant 1. Allocate $680,000 of FY 2023 Federal CDBG funds available to to Insight Housing to rehabilitate IH’s Dwight Way Center
Fong, IT – Amend Contract - Total $1,939,538 with Dell Computer for Computer software and hardware using County Riverside Amendment No. 1 for 11/1/2019 – 10/31/2024
Fong, IT – Amend Contract 10549B add $1,000,000 total $4,705,342.68 with Tyler Technologies Enterprise Resource Planning System for ongoing software licensing, maintenance services and disaster recovery services 4/1/2017 – 6/30/2025
Ferris, Parks – Contract $263,000 includes $50,000 (23.5%) contingency with R.X. Lodge, Inc. for the West Side Aquatic Park Tree Planting and Irrigation Project
Ferris, Parks – Grant Application: USDA Forest Service – Berkeley Urban Forestry Project up to $3,800,000 local in-kind match, up to $500,000 in local cash match
Ferris, Parks – Donation $6,800 Two Memorial Benches at Cesar Chavez Park in memory of Richard & Gloria Crocker
Louis, Police Dept – Contract $200,000 with Citygate for Police Dept Staffing and Workload Study $120,000 for 6/30/2023 – 6/30/2024 with option to extend for 2 additional years for total $200,000
Garland, Public Works – Contracts (3) total $1,200,000 with Cunha Surveying, Inc. (Cunha) $400,000, Kister, Savio & Rei, Inc (KSR) $400,000, MNS Engineers, Inc (MNS) $400,000 for on-call survey services for capital improvement projects and the Engineering Division, for 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2026
Garland, Public Works – Contracts (5) total $1,500,000 for On-Call Geotechnical and Engineering Testing Services, BSK Associates $400,000, Inspection Services, Inc. $400,000, Ninyo & Moore $400,000, Alan Kropp & Associates $150,000, Fisher Geotechnical $150,000.
Garland, Public Works – Contract $12,973,925 includes 20% contingency with Bay Cities Paving & Grading, Inc for Southside Complete Streets Project
Garland, Public Works – Contract $1,625,500 with Downtown Streets for Hand Sweeping, Graffiti and Litter Abatement, Poster Removal and Low Barrier Volunteer Work Experience Program for 8/1/2023 – 8/30/2027
Garland, Public Works – Amend Contract add $835,969 total $2,285,969 with Trip Stop Sidewalk Repair, In for FY 2020 Sidewalk Inspection and Shaving Services
Garland, Public Works – Ground Lease Agreement – RM Ventures LLC d.b.a. in the Wood Grill and Bar for Nonexclusive Use of Elmwood Parking Lot Pedestrian Paseo
Garland, Public Works – SteelWave Donation for $40,000 cash donation for Addison Bike Blvd project and Vision Zero traffic safety improvements in West Berkeley
Garland, Public Works - goBerkeley SmartSpace Pilot Program Evaluation & Next Steps, adopt resolution to maintain SmartSpace
Garland, Public Works – Approve Proposed Projects Anticipate to be paid for by the State’s Road Maintenance and Rehabilitation Account Funds for FY 2023 – 2024
Garland, Public Works – Extend the Community Workforce Agreement with Building & Construction Trades Council, et al., for Construction Projects over $500,000
Disaster and Fire Safety Commission – Request that City Council Strongly Recommend that HUD-Owned Harriet Tubman Terrace Apartments Install Solar Battery Back-Up Battery Capability to meet the medical needs of their residents during loss of electrical power and consider same action for other HUD properties in Berkeley
Peace and Justice Commission – Establishment of a Sister City Relationship with Las Vegas, Santa Barbara, Honduras
Arreguin – Amend Contract 32000196 add $78,000 total $303,500 with Szabo & Associates for Communications Consulting Services and extend to 6/30/2024
Bartlett, co-sponsors Arreguin, Harrison, Hahn – Berkeley Food Utility and Access Resilience Measure (FARM) – Refer to City Manager the task of protecting the City’s Food Supply from natural disasters and economic disruptions and the Office of Economic Development and adopt the goals of FARM
Bartlett – Street Pavement Painting, relinquishment of Council Office Budget Funds
Bartlett, co-sponsor Harrison – Reparations Now Community Art Mural Restoration and Preservation on Ellis next to Malcolm X Elementary School
Wengraf, co-sponsor Hahn – Support for AB-660 Food Labeling (Assemblymember Irwin) Food Labeling quality dates, safety dates and sell by dates

AGENDA on ACTION:

Garland, Public Works - Public Hearing on Zero Waste Five Year Rate Schedule (fee for refuse, compost and recycling collection based on size of garbage container)
Warhuus, HHCS – Biennial Syringe Services Report
Garland, Public Works – Approval and Levy of 2018 Clean Stormwater Fee in FY 2024
Garland, Public Works – Levy and Collection of Street Lighting Assessments
Friedrichsen, Budget Manager - FY 2024 Proposed Budget Update Adoption
Friedrichsen, Budget Manager - FY 2024 Annual Appropriations Ordinance $718,982,025 (gross) and $610,760531 (net)
Oyekanmi, Finance – Borrowing of Funds and the Sale and Issuance of FY 2023-2024 Tax and Revenue Anticipation Notes
Bartlett, co-sponsors Arreguin, Harrison, Humbert – Adopt temporary exemption from the collection of taxes under BMC Chapter 9.04.136(D) Tax Rate for Non-Medical and Medical Cannabis Businesses
Friedrichsen, Budget Manager - Voluntary Time Off Program for FY 2024
Friedrichsen, Budget Manager – Status Report – Berkeley’s Financial Condition (FY 2012 – FY 2021): Pension Liabilities and Infrastructure Need Attention
Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2023 Third Quarter Investment Report: ended 3/31/2023
Louis, Police – Update on the Implementation of Fair and Impartial Policing Task Force Recommendations
Zero Waste Commission – FY 2023 – 2024 Work Plan

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LAND USE CALENDAR PUBLIC HEARINGS:

2720 Hillegass Avenue - Willard Park (Construct Community Center) 7/24/2023
705 Euclid Avenue (new single family dwelling) 9/26/2023
3000 Shattuck Avenue (Construct 10-story mixed-use building) – 9/26/2023
1598 University Avenue (Construct 8-story mixed-use building) 10/3/2023

WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:

May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report, Wildfire Prevention Plan (If you missed the Fire Facilities Presentation this is worth watching https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
June 20 (WS) - Climate Action Plan & Resilience Update, Berkeley Economic Dashboards Update, Reports worth reading https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
July 11- Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation (at 4 pm)
July 18 (WS) - Ashby BART Transit Oriented Development (TOD), and City Policies for Managing Parking Around BART Stations
July 24 zAB Appeal 2720 Hillegass – Willard Park Clubhouse
September 26 ZAB Appeals 3000 Shattuck and 705 Euclid new single-family dwelling

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Unscheduled Presentations – Workshops and Special Meetings:

Draft Waterfront Specific Plan (at 4 pm) – rescheduled from July 25 to Fall 2023
Fire Department Standards of Coverage & Community Risk Assessment June 13 presentation cancelled, report is worth reading (to be rescheduled) (didn’t have quorum)

June 18 - June 25, 2023
Worth Noting:
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/

SUNDAY – Juneteenth Festival 11 am – 7 pm
MONDAY – Berkeley City Juneteenth Holiday
TUESDAY

10 am Public Safety Committee meets in hybrid format
2 pm Civic Arts Commission Policy Committee meets online
4 pm City Council meets in closed session in the hybrid format
6 pm City Council Special Meeting in hybrid format on Economic Dashboard and Climate Action Plan

WEDNESDAY

1:30 Commission on Aging meets in person.
2 pm FITES meets in the hybrid format on GHG limits, the Climate Action Plan and 51 Bus Rapid Transit
6 pm Civic Arts Commission meets in person
6 pm Environment and Climate Commission meets in person
6:30 pm Human Welfare and Community Action Commission meets in person
6:30 pm Police Accountability Board meets in the hybrid format
7 pm Parks, Recreation and Waterfront Commission meets at 7 pm

THURSDAY

9 am Budget & Finance Committee meets in the hybrid format and will finalize the 2024 budget recommendations for the June 27 full council vote.
4:30 Emergency Relief Funding for artists online webinar
6:30 pm Community Health Commission meets in person
7 pm ZAB meets in the hybrid format. All projects are alterations to existing dwellings

KPFA – To vote for the local Board of Directors later this summer, if you have not already contributed $25 the deadline is June 30. The local board in turn will select four Directors to serve on the National Board.
June 27, 2023 City Council Regular Meeting agenda is available for comment and follows list of meetings.
Directions with links to ZOOM support for activating Closed Captioning and Save Transcript are at the bottom of this calendar.

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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS

Sunday, June 18, 2023

Juneteenth Festival from 11 am – 7 pm
https://berkeleyjuneteenth.org/

Monday, June 19, 2023 – Juneteenth City Holiday

Tuesday, June 20, 2023

PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE at 10 am
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1604903901
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 490 3901
AGENDA: Review and Recommendations Requested on Surveillance Ordinance Item Related to Fixed Automated License Plate Readers (ALPRs)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-public-safety

CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION POLICY SUBCOMMITTEE at 2 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1617483268
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252
Meeting ID: 161 748 3268
AGENDA: 6. Discussion items with possible action: a. FY 2023 Accomplishments, b. FY 2024 Workplan, c. Public Art in Private Development Ordinance Amendment
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission

CITY COUNCIL Closed Session at 4 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1613505317
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 350 5317
AGENDA: 1. Pending Litigation a. Dressler v. CoB Alameda County Superior Court RG21094748, b. SEIU Local 1021 v. CoB California Public Employment Relations Board, Unfair Practice Charge No. SF-CE-1965-M, 2. Conference with Labor Negotiators Employee Organizations Berkeley Fire Fighters Association Local 1227 I.A.F.F., Berkeley Fire Fighters Association, Local 1227 I.A.F.F. / Berkeley Chief Fire Officers Association, Berkeley Police Association.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas

CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1616716467
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 671 6467
AGENDA: - 1. Berkeley Economic Dashboards, 2. Update Climate Action Plan & Resilience Update
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas

Wednesday, June 21, 2023

COMMISSION on AGING at 1:30 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: Presentation - Overview on Housing & Seniors, Discussion/Action: 1. a. Conference on Aging, b. Land Use & Economic Development Downsizing for Seniors, 2. Berkeley’s Age-Friendly Plan
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-aging

FACILITIES, INFRASTRUCTURE, TRANSPORTATION, ENVIRONMENT & SUSTAINABILITY (FITES) at 2 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1606960872
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 696 0872
AGENDA: 2. Harrison, co-sponsors Bartlett, Hahn – Adopt an Ordinance Adding a New Chapter BMC 12.01Establishing Emergency GHG Limits, Process for Updated Climate Action Plan, Monitoring, Evaluation, Reporting and Regional Collaboration, 3. Taplin – 51 Bus Rapid Transit, 4. Harrison – Adopt an Ordinance Adding Chapter BMC 12.39 to Regulate Deconstruction and Construction Materials Management
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-facilities-infrastructure-transportation-environment-sustainability

CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Russell, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library
AGENDA: 7. Presentations, Discussion & Action Items a. FY 2024 Grant process and awards, b. IFY 2024 individual Artist Projects Grant Awards, c. FY 2024 Community Festival Grant Awards, d. FY 2024 General Operating Support Awards, e. Public Art in Private Development Ordinance Amendment, f. FY 2023 Public Art Accomplishments, g. FY 2024 Annual Workplan, h. FY 2024 Public Art Budget
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission

ENVIRONMENT and CLIMATE COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. Update from Staff. A. DC Fast Chargers on Municipal Property, b. Native Street Trees, 7. Presentation BESO Development of Upgrade Requirements.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/environment-and-climate-commission

HUMAN WELFARE and COMMUNITY ACTION COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 2800 Park, Frances Albrier Community Center
AGENDA: 4. Review and approve the Community Action Plan Public Hearing and approval of the 2024-2025 Block Grant, 6. Election of Low-Income Representatives, 9. Review City funded agency Program and Financial reports a. J-Sei program and financial reports, 10. Hopkins Corridor, 12. Discussion and possible action on holding hybrid meetings
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/human-welfare-and-community-action-commission

PARKS, RECREATION, and WATERFRONT COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 2800 Park, Frances Albrier Community Center
AGENDA: 8. PRW Divisions Capital Budget, 9. Update on DBAW loan for D&E Dock Project, 10. Update on Marina Fund fiscal gap FY 2024, qq. Update on Aquatic Park Capital Projects, 12. Parking at the Berkeley Waterfront, 13. Waterfront Specific Plan subcommittee, 14. Update on Pier and Water Transportation Ferry Project, 16. Workplan
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/parks-recreation-and-waterfront-commission

POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD Regular Meeting at 6:30 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82653396072
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 826 5359 6072
AGENDA: 3. Public Comment on agenda and non-agenda items, 4. Closed Session (20 minutes) Conference with Labor Negotiators BPA, 10. Subcommittee reports on a. Policy and practices related to Downtown Task force and Bike Unit, b. Body-Worn Cameras, 11. a. Recognition of Maritza Martinez, b. Adoption NACOLE’s code of ethics, c. Procedures for continuous review of commendations, e. Presentation of Policy Complaint No. 2023-PR-0003, f. PAB Charter Rules and Policies, 12. Public Comment, 13. Closed Session Case No. 32.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board

Thursday, June 22, 2023

BUDGET & FINANCE COMMITTEE at 9 am
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: 2180 Milvia, 1st Floor, Cypress Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1606807814
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 680 7814
AGENDA: 2. Presentation from City Attorney on the Department’s FY 2024 Proposed Budget and Funding Requests, 3. FY 2024 Proposed Budget, 4. Interim Housing Program at the Super * Motel (1619 University), Presentation on the Status of the Marina Fund, 6. Accept the Risk Analysis for Long-Term Debt (Bonding Capacity) Report provided by Government Finance Officers Association, Energy Commission – Recommendation on Climate, Building Electrification, and Sustainable Transportation Budget Priorities for FY 2023 – 2024
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-budget-finance

COMMUNITY HEALTH COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
In-Person: 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: Subcommittee Reports: Chronic Disease Prevention, Entheogenic Subcommittee, Health Facilities, Policy tracking, Discussion/Action Items: 1. Updates from Health Officer, 2. Community Health Assessment presentation, 4. Referral on Long Term Care Facility Oversight, 5. Light Pollution Control
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/community-health-commission

ZONING ADJUSTMENT BOARD at 7 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89616268195
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 or 1-669-444-9171
Meeting ID: 896 1696 8195
AGENDA: 2. 1192 Oxford - on consent – #ZP2023-0039 enclose and convert existing porch into a powder room and foyer, convert existing 2nd floor sunroom into a bathroom, remodel existing 2nd floor deck to add approximately 100 square feet and construct new outdoor stairs, height would be 25 ft, 10 inches
3. 1432 Blake – on consent - #ZP2022-0180 to construct exterior stairs and a 100 sq ft enclosed porch with maximum height of 17 ft 6 inches to existing dwelling unit on a lot that is non-conforming for lot density
4. 1524 Campus Drive – appeal – staff recommend dismiss the appeal #ZP2022-0122 – construct a 3rd story major residential addition over 20 ft maximum height, alterations in the nonconforming front setback, addition of a 5th bedroom, outside deck and a new pedestrian access bridge
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zoning-adjustments-board

EMERGENCY RELIEF FUNDING for ARTISTS and HOW to ACCESS IT from 4:30 – 5:30 pm
Online: Use Link to Register
AGENDA: Navigating local vs national resources, key differences and similarities, resources
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/emergency-relief-funding-artists-and-how-access-it

Friday, June 23, 2023 – no public meetings listed
Saturday, June 24, 2023 – no public meetings listed
Sunday, January 25, 2023 – no public meetings listed

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June 27, 2023 Agenda for CITY COUNCIL Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1608493904
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 160 849 3904
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas

AGENDA on CONSENT:

2nd reading - Klein, Planning and Development - Bird Safe Building Requirements; Adding Berkeley Municipal Code Section 23.304.150
2nd reading - Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: Fund the Debt Service on the Affordable Housing General Obligation Bonds (Measure O, Nov 2018 Election) at 0,0250%

Minutes for Approval
Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations $400,000
Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: Fund fire Protection and Emergency Response and Preparedness Measure GG
Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Special Tax Rate: Fund Library Services
Oyekanmi, Finance – Appropriations Limit for FY 2024 $342,803,053
Oyekanmi, Finance – Revisions to the Debt Management and Disclosure Policy
Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Reaffirming the Investment Policy and Designation of Investment Authority
Sprague, Fire Dept – Contract $106,000 with ZOLL Medical Corporation for ECG Monitor/Defibrillator Support for emergency Response Vehicles from 7/1/2023-6/30/2025
Sprague, Fire Dept – Contract $62,000 with Stryker Corp, Preventive Maintenance Service from 8/1/2023 – 8/1/2026
Sprague, Fire Dept – Contract $1,600,000 with US Digital Designs for Fire Station Emergency Alerting System from 7/12/2023 – 6/2/2026
Warhuus, HHCS – Amend Contract add $35,000 total $125,000 with Harold Dichoso COVID-19 Outreach and Education and extend to 6/30/2024
Warhuus, HHCS – Fiscal Year 2023 Community Development Block Grant 1. Allocate $680,000 of FY 2023 Federal CDBG funds available to to Insight Housing to rehabilitate IH’s Dwight Way Center
Fong, IT – Amend Contract - Total $1,939,538 with Dell Computer for Computer software and hardware using County Riverside Amendment No. 1 for 11/1/2019 – 10/31/2024
Fong, IT – Amend Contract 10549B add $1,000,000 total $4,705,342.68 with Tyler Technologies Enterprise Resource Planning System for ongoing software licensing, maintenance services and disaster recovery services 4/1/2017 – 6/30/2025
Ferris, Parks – Contract $263,000 includes $50,000 (23.5%) contingency with R.X. Lodge, Inc. for the West Side Aquatic Park Tree Planting and Irrigation Project
Ferris, Parks – Grant Application: USDA Forest Service – Berkeley Urban Forestry Project up to $3,800,000 local in-kind match, up to $500,000 in local cash match
Ferris, Parks – Donation $6,800 Two Memorial Benches at Cesar Chavez Park in memory of Richard & Gloria Crocker
Louis, Police Dept – Contract $200,000 with Citygate for Police Dept Staffing and Workload Study $120,000 for 6/30/2023 – 6/30/2024 with option to extend for 2 additional years for total $200,000
Garland, Public Works – Contracts (3) total $1,200,000 with Cunha Surveying, Inc. (Cunha) $400,000, Kister, Savio & Rei, Inc (KSR) $400,000, MNS Engineers, Inc (MNS) $400,000 for on-call survey services for capital improvement projects and the Engineering Division, for 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2026
Garland, Public Works – Contracts (5) total $1,500,000 for On-Call Geotechnical and Engineering Testing Services, BSK Associates $400,000, Inspection Services, Inc. $400,000, Ninyo & Moore $400,000, Alan Kropp & Associates $150,000, Fisher Geotechnical $150,000.
Garland, Public Works – Contract $12,973,925 includes 20% contingency with Bay Cities Paving & Grading, Inc for Southside Complete Streets Project
Garland, Public Works – Contract $1,625,500 with Downtown Streets for Hand Sweeping, Graffiti and Litter Abatement, Poster Removal and Low Barrier Volunteer Work Experience Program for 8/1/2023 – 8/30/2027
Garland, Public Works – Amend Contract add $835,969 total $2,285,969 with Trip Stop Sidewalk Repair, In for FY 2020 Sidewalk Inspection and Shaving Services
Garland, Public Works – Ground Lease Agreement – RM Ventures LLC d.b.a. in the Wood Grill and Bar for Nonexclusive Use of Elmwood Parking Lot Pedestrian Paseo
Garland, Public Works – SteelWave Donation for $40,000 cash donation for Addison Bike Blvd project and Vision Zero traffic safety improvements in West Berkeley
Garland, Public Works - goBerkeley SmartSpace Pilot Program Evaluation & Next Steps, adopt resolution to maintain SmartSpace
Garland, Public Works – Approve Proposed Projects Anticipate to be paid for by the State’s Road Maintenance and Rehabilitation Account Funds for FY 2023 – 2024
Garland, Public Works – Extend the Community Workforce Agreement with Building & Construction Trades Council, et al., for Construction Projects over $500,000
Disaster and Fire Safety Commission – Request that City Council Strongly Recommend that HUD-Owned Harriet Tubman Terrace Apartments Install Solar Battery Back-Up Battery Capability to meet the medical needs of their residents during loss of electrical power and consider same action for other HUD properties in Berkeley
Peace and Justice Commission – Establishment of a Sister City Relationship with Las Vegas, Santa Barbara, Honduras
Arreguin – Amend Contract 32000196 add $78,000 total $303,500 with Szabo & Associates for Communications Consulting Services and extend to 6/30/2024
Bartlett, co-sponsors Arreguin, Harrison, Hahn – Berkeley Food Utility and Access Resilience Measure (FARM) – Refer to City Manager the task of protecting the City’s Food Supply from natural disasters and economic disruptions and the Office of Economic Development and adopt the goals of FARM
Bartlett – Street Pavement Painting, relinquishment of Council Office Budget Funds
Bartlett, co-sponsor Ha – Reparations Now Community Art Mural Restoration and Preservation on Ellis next to Malcolm X Elementary School
Wengraf, co-sponsor Hahn – Support for AB-660 Food Labeling (Assemblymember Irwin) Food Labeling quality dates, safety dates and sell by dates

AGENDA on ACTION:

Garland, Public Works - Public Hearing on Zero Waste Five Year Rate Schedule (fee for refuse, compost and recycling collection based on size of garbage container)
Warhuus, HHCS – Biennial Syringe Services Report
Garland, Public Works – Approval and Levy of 2018 Clean Stormwater Fee in FY 2024
Garland, Public Works – Levy and Collection of Street Lighting Assessments
Friedrichsen, Budget Manager - FY 2024 Proposed Budget Update Adoption
Friedrichsen, Budget Manager - FY 2024 Annual Appropriations Ordinance $718,982,025 (gross) and $610,760531 (net)
Oyekanmi, Finance – Borrowing of Funds and the Sale and Issuance of FY 2023-2024 Tax and Revenue Anticipation Notes
Bartlett, co-sponsors Arreguin, Harrison, Humbert – Adopt temporary exemption from the collection of taxes under BMC Chapter 9.04.136(D) Tax Rate for Non-Medical and Medical Cannabis Businesses
Friedrichsen, Budget Manager - Voluntary Time Off Program for FY 2024
Friedrichsen, Budget Manager – Status Report – Berkeley’s Financial Condition (FY 2012 – FY 2021): Pension Libilities and Infrastructure Need Attention
Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2023 Third Quarter Investment Report: ended 3/31/2023
Louis, Police – Update on the Implementation of Fair and Impartial Policing Task Force Recommendations
Zero Waste Commission – FY 2023 – 2024 Work Plan

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LAND USE CALENDAR PUBLIC HEARINGS:

705 Euclid Avenue (new single family dwelling) 9/26/2023
2720 Hillegass Avenue - Willard Park (Construct Community Center) 7/24/2023
3000 Shattuck Avenue (Construct 10-story mixed-use building) – 9/26/2023
1598 University Avenue (Construct 8-story miexed-use building) 10/3/2023

WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:

May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report, Wildfire Prevention Plan (If you missed the Fire Facilities Presentation this is worth watching https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
June 13 - Fire Department Standards of Coverage & Community Risk Assessment cancelled, report is worth reading
June 20 (WS) - Climate Action Plan & Resilience Update, Berkeley Economic Dashboards Update,
July 11- Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation (at 4 pm)
July 18 (WS) - Ashby BART Transit Oriented Development (TOD), and City Policies for Managing Parking Around BART Stations
Draft Waterfront Specific Plan July 25 cancelled – rescheduled to fall

June 11 - June 18, 2023
BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS and CIVIC EVENTS for JUNE 11 – June 18, 2023

Worth Noting

MONDAY

10 am, Health, Life Enrichment, Equity & Community Committee discuss Responsible Psychedelic Drug Policy;
2:30 pm Agenda & Rules Committee on the June-27 Draft Agenda for City Council.
3 pm African American Holistic Resource Center Community Meeting
6 pm Mental Health Services Act Community Input Meeting

TUESDAY

4 pm City Council Special Session on Fire Department Community Risk Assessment Report
6 pm City Council Regular Meeting includes Budget, Surveillance Ordinance, T1

THURSDAY

12:30 pm Arts Organizations Preparedness 101
6:30 pm, Fair Campaign Practices Commission and Open Government Commission meet concurrently, with several reports, donor contribution policy, public participation in City Council meetings and public records act
7 pm Mental Health Commission
7 pm Design Review Committee

FRIDAY – 8:40 pm Movies in the Park, From the Rough
SATURDAY – 4 pm Music in the Park, (R&B.Soul)

Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
Directions with links to Zoom Support for activating Closed Captioning and Save Transcript are at the bottom of this calendar.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS and CIVIC EVENTS

Sunday, June 11, 2023 – No public meeting listed.

Monday, June 12, 2023

HEALTH, LIFE ENRICHMENT, EQUITY & COMMUNITY COMMITTEE at 10 am
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, Redwood Room, or
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1612692263
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 1612692263
Agenda: 2. Responsible Psychedelic Drug Policy Reform.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-health-life-enrichment-equity-community

AGENDA & RULES COMMITTEE at 2:30 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, Redwood Room, or
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1619554457
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 1619554457
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 6/27/2023 draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda below at the end of the list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Workssessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review: 8. COVID, Unscheduled Items: 9. Modifications or Improvements to City Council Meeting Procedures
(referred by Council at the March 14, 2023 meeting), 10. Strengthening and Supporting City Commissions: Guidance on the Development of Legislative Proposals, 11. Discussion and Recommendations on the Continued Use of the Berkeley Considers Online Engagement Portal
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules

AFRICAN AMERICAN HOLISTIC RESOURCE CENTER Community Meeting
from 3 pm – 5 pm
In-Person: at 1890 Alcatraz
AGENDA: Gather in person to discuss the future African American Holistic Resource Center
https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/documents/AAHRC%20Community%20Meetings-FINAL.pdf
For more information: https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/our-work/capital-projects/african-american-holistic-resource-center

MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES ACT COMMUNITY INPUT MEETING FROM 6 – 7:30 PM
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: Community input on proposed MHSA FY 2023 – FY 2026, 3-year plan and on new ideas and strategies to address mental health needs in Berkeley
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/mental-health-services-act-community-input-meeting-person-0

Tuesday, June 13, 2023

CITY COUNCIL Special Session Meeting at 4 pm
A Hybrid Meeting with
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St., School District Board Room
Videoconference at: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1613410530
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 341 0530
AGENDA: Public Comments will be heard before the Special Session begins.
1. Sprague, Fire Department – Fire Department Final Report and Recommendations from Standards of Coverage and Community Risk assessment Study, Report is 160 pages with 17 findings and 10 recommendations, including ambulance staffing and response, dispatch, traffic calming while not significantly worsening emergency response times or evacuation, staffing, overtime, distribution of fire stations,
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas

CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting with
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St., School District Board Room,
Videoconference at: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1613410530
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 341 0530
AGENDA: - Use the City weblink below (then choose Html at the City website) or see the agenda at end of this calendar. --See:
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas

Wednesday, June 14, 2023

PARKS, RECREATION, WATERFRONT COMMISSION meeting changed to June 21
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/parks-recreation-and-waterfront-commission

Thursday, June 15, 2023

ARTS ORGANIZATIONS PREPAREDNESS 101 – Civic Arts Workshop at 1:30 pm
Online
REGISTER: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/webinar/register/WN_Z6Reem4gQW-eNdcuIM4Y5g
AGENDA: Identifies hazards that are most likely to impact your organizations operations and programming. Participants will begin to craft a business continuity plan
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/arts-organizations-preparedness-101-civic-arts-workshop

FAIR CAMPAIGN PRACTICES COMMISSION and OPEN GOVERNMENT COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
In-Person Only: at 1901 Hearst St., North Berkeley Senior Center.
AGENDA: Reports from Chair, and Staff and from subcommittees, on political donor contribution limits; 9. Public participation in City council meetings, 10. OGC Work Plan, and 11. on Public Records Act compliance.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/fair-campaign-practices-commission

Berkeley/Albany MENTAL HEALTH COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person Only: at 1901 Hearst St., North Berkeley Senior Center, Conf. Rm. A
AGENDA: 3. MHSA Three Year Plan Public Hearing, 5. Mangers Report, 6.a Youth Subcommittee, 7. Community Health Records, 8. State legislative update
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/mental-health-commission

DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE at 7 pm
In-Person Only: at 1901 Hearst St., North Berkeley Senior Center, Gooseberry Room
AGENDA: 1. - 2427 San Pablo Ave – Preliminary Design Review – demolish 2 existing multifamily buildings and construct a new 5-story, missed use multifamily residential building with 8 replacement apartment units and Group Living Accommodation (GLA) with 77 private rooms (5 VLI units) and a request for a density bonus in the C-W zoning district
2. - 2480 Bancroft Way - Preliminary Design Review – demolish 1-story retail building and construct an 8-story (95 ft) missed-use building with 2,066 sq ft of commercial area and 28 dwelling units including 2 very low income units
Presentation of Southside Zoning Modification Project / DRC Recommendations – continued from May 18 meeting
DRC Meeting Length preliminary discussion with recommendations for staff follow-up
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/design-review-committee

Friday, June 16, 2023

Movies in the Park: From the Rough from 8:40 – 10 pm
Location: 1301 Shattuck, Live Oak Park
Bring blankets, sleeping bags or low back beach chairs, alcohol free event
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/movies-park-rough

Saturday, June 17, 2023

Music in the Park (R&B/Soul) Dee Dee Simon at 4 pm
Location: Strawberry Creek Park
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/music-park-rbsoul-dee-dee-simon

Sunday, June 18, 2023 – No public meeting listed.
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AGENDA & RULES COMMITTEE at 2:30 pm
DRAFT Agenda for City Council Regular meeting on June 27, 2023 at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, Redwood Room, or
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1619554457
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 1619554457
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules

AGENDA on CONSENT:

Klein, Planning and Development - Bird Safe Building Requirements; Adding Berkeley Municipal Code Section 23.304.150
Numainville, City Clerk – Minutes
Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations $400,000
Oyekanmi, Finance – Tax Rate: Fund fire Protection and Emergency Response and Preparedness Measure GG
Oyekanmi, Finance – Special Tax Rate: Fund Library Services
Oyekanmi, Finance – Appropriations Limit for FY 2024 $342,803,053
Oyekanmi, Finance – Revisions to the Debt Management and Disclosure Policy
Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Reaffirming the Investment Policy and Designation of Investment Authority
Sprague, Fire Dept – Contract $106,000 with ZOLL Medical Corporation for ECG Monitor/Defibrillator Support for emergency Response Vehicles from 7/1/2023-6/30/2025
Sprague, Fire Dept – Contract $62,000 with Stryker Corp, Preventive Maintenance Service from 8/1/2023 – 8/1/2026
Sprague, Fire Dept – Contract $1,600,000 with US Digital Designs for Fire Station Emergency Alerting System from 7/12/2023 – 6/2/2026
Warhuus, HHCS – Amend Contract add $35,000 total $125,000 with Harold Dichoso COVID-19 Outreach and Education and extend to 6/30/2024
Warhuus, HHCS – Fiscal Year 2023 Community Development Block Grant 1. Allocate $680,000 of FY 2023 Federal CDBG funds available to to Insight Housing to rehabilitate IH’s Dwight Way Center
Fong, IT – Amend Contract - Total $1,939,538 with Dell Computer for Computer software and hardware using County Riverside Amendment No. 1 for 11/1/2019 – 10/31/2024
Fong, IT – Amend Contract 10549B add $1,000,000 total $4,705,342.68 with Tyler Technologies Enterprise Resource Planning System for ongoing software licensing, maintenance services and disaster recovery services 4/1/2017 – 6/30/2025
Ferris, Parks – Contract $263,000 includes $50,000 (23.5%) contingency with R.X. Lodge, Inc. for the West Side Aquatic Park Tree Planting and Irrigation Project
Ferris, Parks – Grant Application: USDA Forest Service – Berkeley Urban Forestry Project up to $3,000,000 local in-kind match, up to $500,000 in local cash match
Ferris, Parks – Donation $6,800 Two Memorial Benches at Cesar Chavez Park in memory of Richard & Gloria Crocker
Louis, Police Dept – Contract $200,000 with Citygate for Police Dept Staffing and Workload Study $120,000 for 6/30/2023 – 6/30/2024 with option to extend for 2 additional years for total $200,000
Garland, Public Works – Contracts (3) total $1,200,000 with Cunha Surveying, Inc. (Cunha) $400,000, Kister, Savio & Rei, Inc (KSR) $400,000, MNS Engineers, Inc (MNS) $400,000 for on-call survey services for capital improvement projects and the Engineering Division, for 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2026
Garland, Public Works – Contracts (5) total $1,500,000 for On-Call Geotechnical and Engineering Testing Services \, BSK Associates $400,000, Inspection Services, Inc. $400,000, Ninyo & Moore $400,000, Alan Kropp & Associates $150,000, Fisher Geotechnical $150,000.
Garland, Public Works – Contract $12,973,925 includes 20% contingency with Bay Cities Paving & Grading, Inc for Southside Complete Streets Project
Garland, Public Works – Contract $1,625,500 with Downtown Streets for Hand Sweeping, Graffiti and Litter Abatement, Poster Removal and Low Barrier Volunteer Work Experience Program for 8/1/2023 – 8/30/2027
Garland, Public Works – Amend Contract add $835,969 total $2,285,969 with Trip Stop Sidewalk Repair, In for FY 2020 Sidewalk Inspection and Shaving Services
Garland, Public Works – Adoption of Civic Center Phase II, declaring Council’s intention to support the preferred design concept plan
Garland, Public Works – Ground Lease Agreement – RM Ventures LLC d.b.a. in the Wood Grill and Bar for Nonexclusive Use of Elmwood Parking Lot Pedestrian Paseo
Garland, Public Works – SteelWave Donation for $40,000 cash donation for Addison Bike Blvd project and Vision Zero traffic safety improvements in West Berkeley
Garland, Public Works - goBerkeley SmartSpace Pilot Program Evaluation & Next Steps, adopt resolution to maintain SmartSpace
Garland, Public Works – Approve Proposed Projects Anticipate to be paid for by the State’s Road Maintenance and Rehabilitation Account Funds for FY 2023 – 2024
Garland, Public Works – Extend the Community Workforce Agreement with Building & Construction Trades Council, et al., for Construction Projects over $500,000
Peace and Justice Commission – Establishment of a Sister City Relationship with Las Vegas, Santa Barbara, Honduras
Bartlett, co-sponsors Arreguin, Harrison, Hahn – Berkeley Food Utility and Access Resilience Measure (FARM) – Refer to City Manager the task of protecting the City’s Food Supply from natural disasters and economic disruptions and the Office of Economic Development and adopt the goals of FARM
Bartlett – Street Pavement Painting, relinquishment of Council Office Budget Funds
Wengraf – Support for AB-660 Food Labeling (Assemblymember Irwin) Food Labeling quality dates, safety dates and sell by dates

AGENDA on ACTION:

Garland, Public Works - Public Hearing on Zero Waste Five Year Rate Schedule (fee for refuse, compost and recycling collection based on size of garbage container)
Warhuus, HHCS – Biennial Syringe Services Report
Garland, Public Works – Approval and Levy of 2018 Clean Stormwater Fee in FY 2024
Garland, Public Works – Levy and Collection of Street Lighting Assessments
Bartlett, co-sponsors Arreguin, Harrison, Humbert – Adopt temporary exemption from the collection of taxes under BMC Chapter 9.04.136(D) Tax Rate for Non-Medical and Medical Cannabis Businessess
Friedrichsen, Budget Manager - FY 2024 Proposed Budget Update Adoption
Friedrichsen, Budget Manager - FY 2024 Annual Appropriations Ordinance $718,982,025 (gross) and $610,760531 (net)
Oyekanmi, Finance – Borrowing of Funds and the Sale and Issuance of FY 2023-2024 Tax and Revenue Anticipation Notes
Disaster and Fire Safety Commission – Request that City Council Strongly Recommend that HUD-Owned Harriet Tubman Terrace Apartments Install Solar Battery Back-Up Battery Capability to meet the medical needs of their residents during loss of electrical power and consider same action for other HUD properties in Berkeley
Arreguin – Amend Contract 32000196 add $78,000 total $303,500 with Szabo & Associates for Communications Consulting Services and extend to 6/30/2024
Bartlett – Reparations Now Community Art Mural Restoration and Preservation on Ellis next to Malcolm X Elementary School
Harrison – Adopt Ordinance Adding Chapter 12.39 to the Berkeley Municipal Code to Regulate Deconstruction and Construction Materials Management

INFORMATION REPORTS:

Friedrichsen, Budget Manager - Voluntary Time Off Program for FY 2024
Friedrichsen, Budget Manager – Status Report – Berkeley’s Financial Condition (FY 2012 – FY 2021): Pension Libilities and Infrastructure Need Attention
Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2023 Third Quarter Investment Report: ended 3/31/2023
Louis, Police – Update on the Implementation of Fair and Impartial Policing Task Force Recommendations
Zero Waste Commission – FY 2023 – 2024 Work Plan

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JUNE 13, 2023, AGENDA for CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting with
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St., School District Board Room,
Videoconference at: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1613410530
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 341 0530
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas

AGENDA on CONSENT:

Re-vote to Adopt the Final Ordinance to Amend the Miscellaneous CalPers Contract to Effectuate PEPRA Cost Sharing Agreements
Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations $650,000, IT $450,000, Zero Waste $200,000
Oyekanmi, Finance – Temporary Appropriations FY 2024 sum $50,000,000 to cover payroll and other expenses from July 1, 2023 until the effective date of the FY 2024 Annual Appropriations Ordinance
Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: Fund the Debt Service on the Affordable Housing General Obligation Bonds (Measure O, November 2018 Election) at 0,0250%
Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: Fund Firefighting, Emergency Medical Response and Wildfire Prevention (Measure FF) at annual tax rate of $0.1176 (11.76 cents)
Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: Fund Debt Service on Neighborhood Branch Library Improvements Project General Obligation Bonds (Measure FF, November 2008) at 0.0050%
Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: FundService on 2015 Refnding General Obligation Bonds (Measures G, S & I) elections 1992, 1996 and 2002 at o.0115%
Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: Fund the Debt Service on the Infrastructure and Facilities General Obligation Bonds (Measure T1, November 2016) at 0.0140%
Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: Fund the Debt Service on the Street and Watershed Improvements General Obligation Bonds (Measure M, November 2012)
Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: Business License Tax on Large Non-Profits at $0.7909 per square foot of improvements
Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: Fund the Maintenance of Parks, City Trees and Landscaping at $0.2130
Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: Fund the Provision of Emergency Medical Services (Paramedic Tax) at $0.0451
Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: FundEmergency Services for the Severely Disabled (Measure E) at $0.02018)
Warhuus, HHCS – Contract $350,000 6/26/2023 – 6/30/2023 with BUSD for a Mental Health and Wellness Coordinator at BHS
Warhuus, HHCS – Amend Contract # 32200084 add $65,000 total $271,025 with Capoeira Arts Foundation, Inc, COVID-19, Outreach & Education and extend to 6/30/2024
Warhuus, HHCS – Amend Contract #32200135 add $65,000 total $186,000 with Multi-cultural Institute, COVID-19 Outreach & Education and extend to 6/30/2024
Warhuus, HHCS – 1. Reserve $14,531,301 in Housing Trust Fund for a development loan for Community Housing Development Corporation’s Ephesian Legacy Court (1708 Harmon), 2. Reserve $1,000,000 in Housing Trust Fund for predevelopment loan for Northern California Land Trust’s Woolsey Gardens (3120-3130 Shattuck)
Warhuus, HHCS – Funding Recommendation Reserve up to $4,500,000 in General Funds Measure P for the Russell Street Project at 1741-1747 Russell
Ferris, Parks – Contract $120,000 with Chemical Procurement Services, LLC for King and West Campus Swim Centers 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2025
Louis, BPD – Amend Contract #32100065 add $60,000 total $260,000 with BMI Imaging Systems, Incorporated for Data Conversion Services for Berkeley Police Department and extend to 8/31/2026
Garland, Public Works – Declaration of Intent – Fiscal Year 2024 Street Lighting assessments

AGENDA on ACTION

Fair Campaign Practices Commission – Amendments to Berkeley Election Reform Act to modify the forms required to open a campaign committee, change the deadline to qualify for public financing, clarify rules
Friedrichsen, Budget Manager – FY 2024 Proposed Budget Update Public Hearing #2
Surveillance Ordinance Items related to Fixed Surveillance Cameras and Unmanned Aerial Systems (drones)
Ferris, Parks, Garland, Public Works – Provide Direction on Closing Funding Gaps to Complete Remaining Measure T1 Projects.
Amendments to the COVID-19 Emergency Response Ordinance.

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LAND USE CALENDAR PUBLIC HEARINGS:

705 Euclid Avenue (new single family dwelling) 9/26/2023
2720 Hillegass Avenue - Willard Park (Construct Community Center) 7/24/2023
3000 Shattuck Avenue (Construct 10-story mixed-use building) – 9/26/2023
1598 University Avenue (Construct 8-story miexed-use building) 10/3/2023

WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:

May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report, Wildfire Prevention Plan (If you missed the Fire Facilities Presentation this is worth watching https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
June 13 - Fire Department Standards of Coverage & Community Risk Assessment (at 4 pm)
June 20 (WS) - Climate Action Plan & Resilience Update, Berkeley Economic Dashboards Update,
July 11- Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation (at 4 pm)
July 18 (WS) - Ashby BART Transit Oriented Development (TOD), and City Policies for Managing Parking Around BART Stations
July 25 - Draft Waterfront Specific Plan (at 4 pm)

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Unscheduled Presentations – Workshops and Special Meetings: - None

June 4 - June 11, 2023
BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS and CIVIC EVENTS for JUNE 4 - 10, 2023

Worth Noting:
The vote by City Council on the Bird Safe Ordinance is Tuesday, June 6 at the 6 pm regular City Council meeting. Register your opinion in Berkeley Considers and send an email by Monday. The Toolkit by Erin Diehm contains information and links. For more information. https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ZkY-L8ugJoy-sU3WfkPnlh2Mx8UcE6MIM7VRDYlY2nA/edit?usp=sharing

MONDAY
·      At 1pm, Civic Arts Commission Grants Subcommittee meets via Zoom.
·      At 3 pm City Council meets in closed session. Comment can be made via Zoom
At 4:30 pm, Sugar-Sweetened Beverage Product Panel meets in-person.
·      At 7pm, the Peace & Justice Commission meets in-person.
At 7 pm the Personnel Board meets in person

TUESDAY
·      At 6 pm, City Council's Regular Meeting meets in the hybrid format and will include the Bird Safe Ordinance--item #18 on the agenda, the first agenda item on the Action Calendar The Bird Safe Ordinance is a vital solution to this most important environmental bird hazard.
o   Bird-glass collisions and deaths in Berkeley are anywhere between 100,000 to 500,000 per year. Birds are in decline worldwide and nearly 1/3 of birds have vanished since 1970. Glass, transparent and reflective materials in cities are the #2 cause of bird deaths up to 1 billion in the U.S. alone. Aggressive action is needed starting with passing the Bird Safe Ordinance to use bird friendly glass/materials in new construction.
·      At 7 pm Mental Health Security Act will hold an in-person Community Input Meeting.

WENDESDAY
·      At 2pm the Facilities, Infrastructure, Transportation, Environment & Sustainability Committee (FITES) holds a Special Meeting in the hybrid format.
·      At 3pm, the (Second) Mental Health Security Act Community Input Meeting starts on Zoom.
·      At 5:30 pm the Planning Commission meets in-person.
·      At 6 pm the Commission on Disability meets in-person.
·      At 6:30 pm the Police Accountability Board will meet in-person.
·      At 7 pm the Homeless Services Panel of Experts meets in-person.

THURSDAY
·      At 10am the Budget & Finance Committee meets in the hybrid format.
·      At 7 pm the Zoning Adjustment Board (ZAB) meets in the hybrid format.

SATURDAY morning at 10am the Berkeley Neighborhoods Council meets online via Zoom.

The June 13 City Council Regular Meeting Agenda is available for comment, see agenda at the bottom of this calendar or go to https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas/city-council-2023-06-13
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
Directions with links to Zoom Support for activating Closed Captioning and Save Transcript are at the bottom of this calendar.

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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS

Sunday, June 04, 2023 – No public meetings listed.

Monday, June 05, 2023

CITY COUNCIL Closed Session Meeting at 3 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1605794532
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 579 4532
AGENDA:--Public Comments will be heard before the closed session begins.
1. Conference with legal counsel on pending litigation pursuant to Gov.'t Code Sections 54956.9(a) and 54956.9(d)(1) -- a. Dresslar v. City of Berkeley, Alameda County Superior Court Case No. RG21094748, and --b. Service Employees International Union Local 1021 v. City of Berkeley
2. California Public Employment Relations Board, Unfair Practice Charge No. SF-CE-1965-M
At the end of the meeting Open Session 3. Public Reports of actions taken pursuant to Government Code section 54957.1.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas/city-council-2023-06-05
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION Grants Subcommittee at 1pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1619977869
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252
Meeting ID: 161 997869
AGENDA: 4. Chair's Report; 5. Discussion Items with possible action:
a) Funding scenarios for FY24 Individual Artist Projects grants (Attachment 1)
b) Funding scenarios for FY24 Community Festivals grants (Attachment 2)
c) Funding scenarios for FY24/25 General Operating Support grants (Attachment 3)
d) Schedule future meeting for work plan discussion.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission

SUGAR-SWEETENED BEVERAGE PRODUCT Panel of Experts Commission, at 4:30 pm
In-Person Only: at West Berkeley Family Wellness Center 1900 Sixth St.
AGENDA: 1. Subcommittee Reports: 2. Action 1: Approve SSBBPPE Commission Recommendations for Funding, FY 24 and FY 25; 3. Action 2: Add/Remove Subcommittees/ Members (Commissioner Hecht); 4. Action 3: For the good of the order (Commissioner Hecht)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/sugar-sweetened-beverage-product-panel-experts

PEACE and JUSTICE COMMISSION Meeting, at 7pm
In-Person Only: at South Berkeley Senior Center, 2939 Ellis St.
AGENDA: 7. Secretary’s Report (on status of passed items in previous meetings)
8. Discussion on proposed Surveillance Policy (a public camera system)
9. Discussion on Full Funding for the African American Holistic Resource Center
10. Discussion on Opposing Tokyo Electric Power Company and the Government of Japan’s
Planned Discharge of Wastewater from Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant into the
Pacific Ocean.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/peace-and-justice-commission

PERSONNEL BOARD, at 7 pm
In-Person Only: at 1301 Shattuck Avenue Live Oak Community Center, Fireside Room
AGENDA: Recommendations: V. to Amend Assistant to the City Attorney Job Class Specification;
VI. to Amend Junior Public Works Engineer and Assistant Public Works
Engineer Job Class Specifications; VII.-to Amend Drafting Technician and Senior Drafting Technician Job Class Specifications; VIII.-to Amend Solid Waste Worker Job Class Specification; IX.-to Amend Public Safety Dispatcher I and Public Safety Dispatcher II Job
Class Specifications
X. to Establish Deputy Police Chief Job Class Specification and Salary Range.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/personnel-board

Tuesday, June 06, 2023

CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St., School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1605182859
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 1605182859
AGENDA: Use City weblink below (then choose Html at the City website) or go to agenda at end of this calendar.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas/city-council-2023-06-06
City Council will vote on the Bird Safe Ordinance (item #18) and your public comments are important on this environmental issue. Use the toolkit for more information and to make comments.
Here is the Bird Safe tool kit by Erin Diehm, at: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ZkY-L8ugJoy-sU3WfkPnlh2Mx8UcE6MIM7VRDYlY2nA/edit?usp=sharing

MENTAL HEATLTH SECURITY ACT- Community Input Meeting, at 6 pm
In-Person Only: at 1901 Hearst St., North Berkeley Senior Center, Aspen Room.
First of two community meetings on information and for input on the proposed MHSA FY23/24-25/26 Three Year Plan, and new ideas and strategies to address public mental health needs. (A Zoom meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, June7.)
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/mental-health-services-act-community-input-meeting-person

Wednesday, June 07, 2023

FACILITIES, INFRASTRUCTURE, TRANSPORTATION, ENVIRONMENT & SUSTAINABILITY COMMITTEE (FITES) Special Meeting, at 2 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1615164582
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 1615164582
AGENDA: 2. Discussion/Action on new proposed regular meeting time: first and third
Wednesday of the month, at 2 pm. 3. Report: Underfunded Mandate: Resources, Strategic Plan, and Communication Needed to Continue Progress towards the Year 2020 Zero Waste Goal, 4.Report: Unified Vision of Zero Waste Activities to Align Service Levels with Billing and Ensure Customer Equity Action: 5. Adopt an Ordinance Adding a New Chapter 12.01 to the Berkeley Municipal
Code Establishing Emergency Greenhouse Gas Limits, Process for Updated Climate Action
Plan, Monitoring, Evaluation, Reporting and Regional Collaboration, Unscheduled: 6. #51 Bus Transit - on proposal for dedicated lanes & more public changes on University Ave.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-facilities-infrastructure-transportation-environment-sustainability

MENTAL HEATLTH SECURITY ACT- Community Input (Zoom) Meeting, at 3 pm
Videoconference:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/8446733966?pwd=OGp3Tm5LQTc5TGdhb2tYWllKcDVhdz09 Teleconference: 1 (669) 900-6833
Meeting ID: 844-673-3966 Password: 081337
A second community meeting (via Zoom) on information and for input on the proposed MHSA FY23/24-25/26 Three Year Plan, and new ideas and strategies to address public mental health needs.
https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/documents/MHSA%20Three%20Year%20Plan%20Community%20Meetings%20Flier%5B26151%5D.pdf

PLANNING COMMISSION at 5:30 pm
In-Person Only: at 1901 Hearst St., North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. Chairperson's Report, 10. Work Plan for 2023-24; 11. State Law Edits- to review revised/proposed zoning amendments on special housing, child care, and parking.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/planning-commission

COMMISSION on DISABILITY at 6 pm
In-Person Only: at 1326 Allston Way, the Corporation Yard, Willow Room, Bldg. A
AGENDA: 7-b. About chat function when Commissioners meet via Zoom.
Discussion/Action: 2. Voting on Chair & Vice Chair; 3.Work Plan (see packet); 4.Complying with ADA and Brown Acts; 5.Briefing & overview of the design concept for Civic Center Park, the Veterans Memorial Building, and the Maudelle Shirek (old City Hall) Building (see packet).
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-disability

POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD at 6:30 pm
In-Person Only: at 1901 Hearst St., North Berkeley Senior Center.
AGENDA: 5. Office of the Director of Police Accountability (ODPA) Staff Reports on CACOLE 2023 Conference; on NACOLE Code of Ethics; on ODPA Budget Requests, and on PAB Resolution; 8. SubCommittee Reports on Body Cameras Policy, & on Conflict of Interest subcommittee.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board

HOMELESS SERVICE PANEL of EXPERTS at 7 pm
In-Person Only: at 1901 Hearst St., North Berkeley Senior Center, Juniper Room
AGENDA: 11. Discussion of possibly discontinuing or limiting land acknowledgment.
13. HSPE’s expectations of staff role in commission funding recommendations, and in distributing information to commissioners on the full funding network of Berkeley homeless services and housing programs related to homelessness under all streams of funding.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/homeless-services-panel-experts

Thursday, June 08, 2023

BUDGET & FINANCE COMMITTEE at 10 am
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1616990302
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 1616990302
AGENDA: 2. For additional allocation of Measure P Funding ($114,660/yr for 10yrs) to Homless “Step Up Housing” Project; 3. Presentation on Proposed FY-2024 Budget from City Auditor, City Attorney, & Police Accountability Board;
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-budget-finance

ZONING ADJUSTMENT BOARD (ZAB) at 7 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St., School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82808734231
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 or 1-669-444-9171 (US)
Meeting ID: 828 08734231
AGENDA: 2. - 2147 San Pablo Ave - #Z P2022-0113 – continue to August 10, 2023
3. 2610 Russell St - #Z P2022-0183 – on consent – construct a 113 sq ft addition to 2-story single-family dwelling over 14 ft in average height (22 ft) on a lot that exceed the lot coverage limit
4. 1608 Beverly Place - #Z P2022-0167 – on consent - construct 2-story, 291 sq ft residential addition to a single family dwelling on a lot that is over lot coverage
5. 947 Euclid Ave - #Z P2022-0134 – staff recommend dismiss appeal and approve – construct 420 sq ft 2-car garage (enclosed accessory structure), approximately 17 ft in ave ht, with a car lift within the front half of lot.
6. 3030 Telegraph Ave - #Z P2022-0170 – staff recommend approve – demolish 1-story medical office building and 2 duplexes containing 4 units (2334-2336 Webster) and construct a 5-story (63 ft) mixed use building with 144 units including 7 very low income units and 1 low income unit, utilizing a State Density Bonus.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zoning-adjustments-board

Friday, June 09, 2023 - A Reduced City Services Day
No public city meetings listed.

Saturday, June 10, 2023

BERKELEY NEIGHBORHOODS COUNCIL, at 10 am
Videoconference at:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/4223188307?pwd=dFlNMVlVZ2d6b0FnSHh3ZlFwV2NMdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171
Meeting ID: 422 318 8307
Passcode: 521161
AGENDA: check later in the week
  https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/
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June 6, 2023 Agenda for CITY COUNCIL Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1605182859
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 518 2859
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas

AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations $1,061,394 West Berkeley Services Center
2.Warhuus, HHCS – Shelter Plus Care Program Renewal Grants 1. a. HUD $3,949,021 for supportive Housing for 6/1/2023 - 5/31/2024, b. COACH Project $2,327,914 for 1/1/2023 – 12/31/2023, 2. Federal grant via Alameda County $881,045 for chronically homeless and disabled 3/1/2023 – 2/28/2024
3.Warhuus, HHCS – RFP for MLK, Junior (MLK) House for new owner, 2. Consider the reallocation of $1,178,974 in 2021 Housing Trust FundRehabilitation Funding initially awarded to RCD to the new owner/operator of MLK House as part of the transfer of property to help support rehabilitation of the existing housing
4.Grant Application: Surrendered and Abandoned Vessel Exchange (SAVE) $60,000 and $6,000 match
5.Ferris, Parks – Amend Contracts for as-needed Tree Services add $250,000 to each Tay Area Tree Specialists (31900292), Hamilton Tree Service (31900193), Professional Tree Care (31900212), West Coast Arborists (31900218)
6.Ferris, Parks - Donation from the Bessemer Trust for Tree Planting $7,105
7.Klein, Planning - Contract $1,500,000 with Rebuilding Together East Bay North for Just Transition Pilot Program over 2-year period
8.Klein, Planning - Amend Contract 32000020 add $61,000 total $2,061,000 with Rincon Consultants, Inc. for On-Call Planning and Environmental Services for 2023 – 2031
9.Wong, Auditor, co-sponsors Arreguin, Kesarwani – Endorse the City Auditor’s plan to implement a Whistlerblower Program
10.Arreguin – Referral to City Manager and City Attorney: Tenant Habitability Plan and Amendments to Relocation Ordinance
11.Arreguin, co-sponsors Harrison, Hahn, Robinson – Amendments to the COVID-19 Emergency Response Ordinance to adjust the timeline to provide documentation proving that non-payment of rent was for a Covered Reason for Delayed Payment if an Unlawful Detainer is served
12.Kesarwani, co-sponsors Humbert, Taplin, Wengraf – Additional Street Maintenance Funding to Improve Pavement Condition increase total street paving by $4,700,000 total $20,000,000
13.Bartlett – Bench Donation: Relinquishment of Council Office Budget Funds (Bartlett $3,500) for creating a community bench in memory of the efforts from community members made in 2020 on the Black Life Matters Movement
14.Bartlett, co-sponsors Hahn – Berkeley Juneteenth Festival: Relinquishment of Council Office Budget Funds (Bartlett $1000)
15.Harrison, co-sponsors Hahn, – Budget Referral $7,000 to Purchase Marking Equipment to Engrave Identification Numbers onto Catalytic Converters
16.Harrison – Budget Referral $15,000 in Budget Process in Measure P funds for City recreational vehicle pump-out station, including minimal staffing costs, liability, maintenance, and replacement costs to allow individuals to discharge effluent waste directly into the City’s sewer system
17.Wengraf, co-sponsors– Support SB-233 (Skinner) EV vehicles and EV supply equipment: bidirectional capability
AGENDA on ACTION:
18.Klein, Planning – Bird Safe Building Requirements; Adding Municipal Code Section 23.304.150
19.Louis BPD - 2022 Equipment Ordinance & Community Safety Annual Report
INFORMATION REPORTS:
20.Police Overtime Audit Report Wins National Recognition

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JUNE-13, 2023, CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting - at 6 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room, or
Videoconference at: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1613410530
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 341 0530
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas

AGENDA on CONSENT:

1.Re-vote to Adopt the Final Ordinance to Amend the Miscellaneous CalPers Contract to Effectuate PEPRA Cost Sharing Agreements
2.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations $650,000, IT $450,000, Zero Waste $200,000
3.Oyekanmi, Finance – Temporary Appropriations FY 2024 sum $50,000,000 to cover payroll and other expenses from July 1, 2023 until the effective date of the FY 2024 Annual Appropriations Ordinance
4.Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: Fund the Debt Service on the Affordable Housing General Obligation Bonds (Measure O, November 2018 Election) at 0,0250%
5.Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: FundFirefighting, Emergency Medical Response and Wildfire Prevention (Measure FF) at annual tax rate of $0.1176 (11.76 cents)
6.Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: Fund Debt Service on Neighborhood Branch Library Improvements Project General Obligation Bonds (Measure FF, November 2008) at 0.0050%
7.Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: FundService on 2015 Refnding General Obligation Bonds (Measures G, S & I) elections 1992, 1996 and 2002 at o.0115%
8.Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: Fund the Debt Service on the Infrastructure and Facilities General Obligation Bonds (Measure T1, November 2016) at 0.0140%
9.Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: Fund the Debt Service on the Street and Watershed Improvements General Obligation Bonds (Measure M, November 2012)
10.Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: Business License Tax on Large Non-Profits at $0.7909 per square foot of improvements
11.Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: Fund the Maintenance of Parks, City Trees and Landscaping at $0.2130
12.Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: Fund the Provision of Emergency Medical Services (Paramedic Tax) at $0.0451
13.Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: FundEmergency Services for the Severely Disabled (Measure E) at $0.02018)
14.Warhuus, HHCS – Contract $350,000 6/26/2023 – 6/30/2023 with BUSD for a Mental Health and Wellness Coordinator at BHS
15.Warhuus, HHCS – Amend Contract # 32200084 add $65,000 total $271,025 with Capoeira Arts Foundation, Inc, COVID-19, Outreach & Education and extend to 6/30/2024
16.Warhuus, HHCS – Amend Contract #32200135 add $65,000 total $186,000 with Multi-cultural Institute, COVID-19 Outreach & Education and extend to 6/30/2024
17.Warhuus, HHCS – 1. Reserve $14,531,301 in Housing Trust Fund for a development loan for Community Housing Development Corporation’s Ephesian Legacy Court (1708 Harmon), 2. Reserve $1,000,000 in Housing Trust Fund for predevelopment loan for Northern California Land Trust’s Woolsey Gardens (3120-3130 Shattuck)
18.Warhuus, HHCS – Funding Recommendation Reserve up to $4,500,000 in General Funds Measure P for the Russell Street Project at 1741-1747 Russell
19.Ferris, Parks – Contract $120,000 with Chemical Procurement Services, LLC for King and West Campus Swim Centers 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2025
20.Louis, BPD – Amend Contract #32100065 add $60,000 total $260,000 with BMI Imaging Systems, Incorporated for Data Conversion Services for Berkeley Police Department and extend to 8/31/2026
21.Garland, Public Works – Declaration of Intent – Fiscal Year 2024 Street Lighting assessments
AGENDA on ACTION
22.Fair Campaign Practices Commission – Amendments to Berkeley Election Reform Act to modify the forms required to open a campaign committee, change the deadline to qualify for public financing, clarify rules
23.Friedrichsen, Budget Manager – FY 2024 Proposed Budget Update Public Hearing #2
24.Surveillance Ordinance Items related to Fixed Surveillance Cameras and Unmanned Aerial Systems (drones)
25.Ferris, Parks, Garland, Public Works – Provide Direction on Closing Funding Gaps to Complete Remaining Measure T1 Projects.

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LAND USE CALENDAR:
Public Hearings
·      705 Euclid (single family home) - TBD
·      2720 Hillegass (construct community center) - TBD

Notice of Decision and Date Appeal Period Ends
none.

WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report, Wildfire Prevention Plan
(If you missed the Fire Facilities Presentation this is worth watching) https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
June 13 - Fire Department Standards of Coverage & Community Risk Assessment (at 4 pm)
June 20 (WS) - Climate Action Plan & Resilience Update,
Berkeley Economic Dashboards Update,
July 11- Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation (at 4 pm)
July 18 (WS) - Ashby BART Transit Oriented Development (TOD), and City Policies for Managing Parking Around BART Stations
July 25 - Draft Waterfront Specific Plan (at 4 pm)

Unscheduled Presentations – Workshops and Special Meetings: - None

May 28 - June 4, 2023
Worth Noting:
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/

Tuesday: At 2:30 pm the Agenda Committee meets in the hybrid format to plan the June 13 City Council Regular Meeting. The status of In-Person meeting of City legislative bodies (boards and commissions) is #8 on the agenda.
Wednesday:
- From 6 – 7 pm there is a community meeting on the Specialized Care Unit in the hybrid format. Register before the meeting for the Zoom link.
- At 7 pm the Homeless Services Panel of Experts meets on Measure P.
Thursday:
- At 7 pm the Housing Advisory Commission meets in person.
- At 7 pm the Landmarks Preservation Commission meets in person. The Civic Center Plan is on the agenda.

City Council will vote on the Bird Safe Ordinance on June 6 at the 6 pm Regular city Council meeting.
Bird Safe tool kit by Erin Diehm https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ZkY-L8ugJoy-sU3WfkPnlh2Mx8UcE6MIM7VRDYlY2nA/edit?usp=sharing

Directions with links to Zoom Support for activating Closed Captioning and Save Transcript are at the bottom of this calendar.

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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS and CIVIC EVENTS

Sunday, May 28, 2023 – No City Meetings listed
Monday, May 29, 2023 – Memorial Day Holiday

Tuesday, May 30, 2023

AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person Only: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1615085844
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 508 5844
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 6/13/2023 draft agenda (use link below or read full draft agenda below at the end of the list of city meetings), 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, SCHEDULING: 5. Council Workssessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review: 8. Status of In-Person Meeting of City Legislative Bodies, UNSCHEDULED ITEMS: 9. Discussion of Potential Changes to City Council Legislative Process, 10. Modifications or Improvements to City Council Meeting Procedures. 11. Strengthening and Supporting City Commission: Guidance on Development of Legislative Proposals, 12. Discussion Regarding Design and Strengthening of Policy Committees Process and Structure (Including Budget Referrals),
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules

Wednesday, May 31, 2023

HOMELESS SERVICES PANEL OF EXPERTS at 7 pm
In-Person Only: at 1901 Hearst. North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 7. Review Programs, current and proposed, funded under Measure P and establish priorities for funding, 8. Approve report with Homeless Services Panel of Expert’s budget recommendations to Council.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/homeless-services-panel-experts

SPECIALIZED CARE UNIT COMMUNITY DIALOGUE from 6 – 7 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
            Register in advance to join on Zoom: http://bit.ly/44s8rty
            (once meeting starts you will not be able to request the zoom link)
AGENDA: The Specialized Care Unit will be Berkeley’s new 24/7 non-police mental health and substance use crisis response team, implemented in partnership with Bonita House
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/specialized-care-unit-community-dialogue-1

Thursday, June 1, 2023

HOUSING ADVISORY COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person Only: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. Discussion and Possible Action to Recommend Funding for Berkeley Food & Housing Project’s Application for the City of Berkeley Block Grant Public Facility Improvement FY 2023 Program, 7. Appoint Subcommittees a. Housing Trust Fund Subcommittee, b. Public Facilities Improvement NOFA Applications Review Subcommittee, 8. Update and Discussion Harriet Tubman Terrace Tenant Advocate Request for Proposals, 9. Update on Fair Access and Transparency for Rental Housing Applications Ordinance Subcommittee.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/housing-advisory-commission

LANDMARKS PRESERVATION COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person Only: at 1901 Hearst. North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. - 2700 Bancroft Way – Westminster Hall – referral on proposed paint colors
7. - 1960 San Antonio – Structural Alteration Permit
8. - 2847 Shattuck – Demolition Referral
9. Berkeley Civic Center Vision and Implementation Plan
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/landmarks-preservation-commission

Friday, June 2, 2023 – No City Meetings listed
Saturday, June 3, 2023 – No City Meetings listed
Sunday, June 4, 2023 – No City Meetings listed

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AGENDA and RULES COMMITTEE Meeting Tuesday, May 30 at 2:30 pm
Draft Agenda for June 13, 2023 City Council Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1615085844
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 508 5844
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules

AGENDA on CONSENT:

1.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations $650,000
2.Oyekanmi, Finance – Temporary Appropriations FY 2024 sum $50,000,000 to cover payroll and other expenses from July 1, 2023 until the effective date of the FY 2024 Annual Appropriations Ordinance
3.Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: Fund the Debt Service on the Affordable Housing General Obligation Bonds (Measure O, November 2018 Election) at 0,0250%
4.Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: FundFirefighting, Emergency Medical Response and Wildfire Prevention (Measure FF) at annual tax rate of $0.1176 (11.76 cents)
5.Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: Fund Debt Service on Neighborhood Branch Library Improvements Project General Obligation Bonds (Measure FF, November 2008) at 0.0050%
6.Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: FundService on 2015 Refnding General Obligation Bonds (Measures G, S & I) elections 1992, 1996 and 2002 at o.0115%
7.Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: Fund the Debt Service on the Infrastructure and Facilities General Obligation Bonds (Measure T1, November 2016) at 0.0140%
8.Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: Fund the Debt Service on the Street and Watershed Improvements General Obligation Bonds (Measure M, November 2012)
9.Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: Business License Tax on Large Non-Profits at $0.7909 per square foot of improvements
10.Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: Fund the Maintenance of Parks, City Trees and Landscaping at $0.2130
11.Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: Fund the Provision of Emergency Medical Services (Paramedic Tax) at $0.0451
12.Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 Tax Rate: FundEmergency Services for the Severely Disabled (Measure E) at $0.02018)
13.Warhuus, HHCS – Contract $350,000 6/26/2023 – 6/30/2023 with BUSD for a Mental Health and Wellness Coordinator at BHS
14.Warhuus, HHCS – Amend Contract # 32200084 add $65,000 total $271,025 with Capoeira Arts Foundation, Inc, COVID-19, Outreach & Education and extend to 6/30/2024
15.Warhuus, HHCS – Amend Contract #32200135 add $65,000 total $186,000 with Multi-cultural Institute, COVID-19 Outreach & Education and extend to 6/30/2024
16.Warhuus, HHCS – 1. Reserve $14,531,301 in Housing Trust Fund for a development loan for Community Housing Development Corporation’s Ephesian Legacy Court (1708 Harmon), 2. Reserve $1,000,000 in Housing Trust Fund for predevelopment loan for Northern California Land Trust’s Woolsey Gardens (3120-3130 Shattuck)
17.Warhuus, HHCS – Funding Recommendation Reserve up to $4,500,000 in General Funds Measure P for the Russell Street Project at 1741-1747 Russell
18.Ferris, Parks – Contract $120,000 with Chemical Procurement Services, LLC for King and West Campus Swim Centers 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2025
19.Louis, BPD – Amend Contract #32100065 add $60,000 total $260,000with BMI Imaging Systems, Incorporated for Data Conversion Services for Berkeley Police Department and extend to 8/31/2026
AGENDA on ACTION:
20.Fair Campaign Practices Commission – Amendments to Berkeley Election Reform Act to modify the forms required to open a campaign committee, change the deadline to qualify for public financing, clarify rules
21.Friedrichsen, Budget Manager – FY 2024 Proposed Budget Update Public Hearing #2
22.Surveillance Ordinance Items related to Fixed Surveillance Cameras and Unmanned Aerial Systems (drones).

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June 6, 2023 Agenda for CITY COUNCIL Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1605182859
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 518 2859
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas

AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations $1,061,394 West Berkeley Services Center
2.Warhuus, HHCS – Shelter Plus Care Program Renewal Grants 1. a. HUD $3,949,021 for supportive Housing for 6/1/2023 - 5/31/2024, b. COACH Project $2,327,914 for 1/1/2023 – 12/31/2023, 2. Federal grant via Alameda County $881,045 for chronically homeless and disabled 3/1/2023 – 2/28/2024
3.Warhuus, HHCS – RFP for MLK, Junior (MLK) House for new owner, 2. Consider the reallocation of $1,178,974 in 2021 Housing Trust FundRehabilitation Funding initially awarded to RCD to the new owner/operator of MLK House as part of the transfer of property to help support rehabilitation of the existing housing
4.Grant Application: Surrendered and Abandoned Vessel Exchange (SAVE) $60,000 and $6,000 match
5.Ferris, Parks – Amend Contracts for as-needed Tree Services add $250,000 to each Tay Area Tree Specialists (31900292), Hamilton Tree Service (31900193), Professional Tree Care (31900212), West Coast Arborists (31900218)
6.Ferris, Parks - Donation from the Bessemer Trust for Tree Planting $7,105
7.Klein, Planning - Contract $1,500,000 with Rebuilding Together East Bay North for Just Transition Pilot Program over 2-year period
8.Klein, Planning - Amend Contract 32000020 add $61,000 total $2,061,000 with Rincon Consultants, Inc. for On-Call Planning and Environmental Services for 2023 – 2031
9.Wong, Auditor, co-sponsors Arreguin, Kesarwani – Endorse the City Auditor’s plan to implement a Whistlerblower Program
10.Arreguin – Referral to City Manager and City Attorney: Tenant Habitability Plan and Amendments to Relocation Ordinance
11.Arreguin, co-sponsors Harrison, Hahn, Robinson – Amendments to the COVID-19 Emergency Response Ordinance to adjust the timeline to provide documentation proving that non-payment of rent was for a Covered Reason for Delayed Payment if an Unlawful Detainer is served
12.Kesarwani, co-sponsors Humbert, Taplin, Wengraf – Additional Street Maintenance Funding to Improve Pavement Condition increase total street paving by $4,700,000 total $20,000,000
13.Bartlett – Bench Donation: Relinquishment of Council Office Budget Funds (Bartlett $3,500) for creating a community bench in memory of the efforts from community members made in 2020 on the Black Life Matters Movement
14.Bartlett, co-sponsors Hahn – Berkeley Juneteenth Festival: Relinquishment of Council Office Budget Funds (Bartlett $1000)
15.Harrison, co-sponsors Hahn, – Budget Referral $7,000 to Purchase Marking Equipment to Engrave Identification Numbers onto Catalytic Converters
16.Harrison – Budget Referral $15,000 in Budget Process in Measure P funds for City recreational vehicle pump-out station, including minimal staffing costs, liability, maintenance, and replacement costs to allow individuals to discharge effluent waste directly into the City’s sewer system
17.Wengraf, co-sponsors– Support SB-233 (Skinner) EV vehicles and EV supply equipment: bidirectional capability
AGENDA on ACTION:
18.Klein, Planning – Bird Safe Building Requirements; Adding Municipal Code Section 23.304.150
19.Louis BPD - 2022 Equipment Ordinance & Community Safety Annual Report
INFORMATION REPORTS:
20.Police Overtime Audit Report Wins National Recognition

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LAND USE CALENDAR:
Public Hearings
            705 Euclid (single family home) - TBD
2720 Hillegass (construct community center) - TBD

            Notice of Decision and Date Appeal Period Ends

WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report, Wildfire Prevention Plan
(If you missed the Fire Facilities Presentation this is worth watching) https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas

June 13 – at 4 pm - Fire Department Standards of Coverage and Community Risk Assessment
June 20 (WS) - Climate Action Plan and Resilience Update; Berkeley Economic Dashboards Update,
July 11 – at 4 pm - Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation
July 18 (WS) – Ashby BART Transit Oriented Development (TOD) and City Policies for Managing Parking Around BART Stations
July 25 – at 4 pm - Draft Waterfront Specific Plan

Unscheduled Presentations, Workshops and Special Meetings:
            none

May 21 - May 28, 2023
Worth Noting:
So far no meetings are listed for Thursday or Friday adding extra days to the Memorial Day Holiday weekend. Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/

Only those meetings noted as recorded can be accessed for a full record after the meeting is over. City meeting minutes contain only actions, the outcome of votes on action items. In meetings that are not recorded, discussion is heard only by those who attend the meeting and there is no record of discussion.

Monday:
- 12 noon the Community for a Cultural Civic Center online on Turtle Island Monument.
- 2:30 pm the Agenda Committee meets in the hybrid format to review the City Council draft agenda for June 6. The Bird Safe Ordinance is on the June 6 City Council agenda. (this meeting is audio recorded (not video) and allows attendees to save the transcript)
- 6 pm the Zero Waste Commission meets in person.
- 6 pm Speaking Up for Point Molate meets online Jacob T. Henry Engineering Geologist SF Bay Regional Water Quality Control Board on “Cleaning Up Point Molate: Progress and Challenges. “ (recorded) The May 15 video on the steep decline of bird populations and preventing deadly bird-glass collisions is available on YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jOi8cGie_8s
Tuesday:
- 4 pm City Council Special Meeting on Unfunded Liabilities and Infrastructure Needs is in the hybrid format (video recorded and allows attendees to save the transcript)
- 6 pm City Council regular meeting in the hybrid format Surveillance Ordinance on the agenda. (video recorded and allows attendees to the save transcript)
Wednesday:
- 6 pm Civic Arts Commission meets in person.
- 6 pm the Environment and Climate Commission meets in person.
- 6:30 pm the Police Accountability Board meets in the hybrid format.
- 7 pm the Disaster and Fire safety Commission meets in person.

Directions with links to Zoom Support for activating Closed Captioning and Save Transcript are at the bottom of this calendar.

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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS

Sunday, May 21, 2023 - No city meetings listed

Monday, May 22, 2023

AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1613010148
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 161 301 0148
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 3/21/2023 draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda below at the end of the list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Workssessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review: none Unscheduled Items: 8. COVID, 9. Discussion of Potential Changes to City Council Legislative Process, 10. Modifications or improvements to City Council Meeting Procedure, 11. Strengthening and Supporting City Commission: Guidance on Development of Legislative Proposals, 12. Discussion Regarding Design and Strengthening of Policy Committees Process and Structure (Including Budget Referrals),
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules

COMMUNITY for a CULTURAL CIVIC CENTER at 12 noon
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81225523461?pwd=aUd1dmNGb3NBWG5jOTJDajF4RkxZZz09
Teleconference: Meeting ID:
AGENDA: Presentation Jennifer Lovvrom on Turtle Island Monument

ZERO WASTE COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: 1326 Allston, CoB Corporation Yard, Ratcliff Building, Willow Room
AGENDA: 4. Public Comment on non-agenda items, 6. (6:30 pm) Staff Updates on Rates, Progress on Zero Waste Strategic Plan, SB-1383 Implementation, SUDs Ordinance Enforcement, Plastic Bag Ordinance, Discussion and Action Items: 1. Eco-Sorter, 2. Prop 218 process and Workplan, 3. Ridwell Waste Less, and Deconstruction Ordinance, 4. San Francisco Refuse Separation Law.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zero-waste-commission

SPEAKING UP for POINT MOLATE from 6 – 7 pm
Videoconference: https://sierraclub.zoom.us/j/99891619534
AGENDA: Jacob T. Henry, Engineering Geologist, SF Bay Regional Water Quality Control Board on “Cleaning Up Point Molate: Progress and Challenges.“ (recorded)
Hosted by the Sierra Club
The May 15 presentation by Erin Diehm and Kelly Hammargren on “What we can do right now to prevent deadly bird-window collisions” can be viewed at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jOi8cGie_8s

Tuesday, May 23, 2023

CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 4 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1604260018
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 160 426 0018
AGENDA: 1. Unfunded Liability Obligations and Unfunded Infrastructure Needs.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas

CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1604260018
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 160 426 0018
AGENDA: Use the link below (and choose the html option on the website) or see the agenda listed at the end of the calendar.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas

Wednesday, May 24, 2023

CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Russell, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library
AGENDA Presentations, Discussion & Action: 7. a) Action: Approval of Final Art Plan for 2403 San Pablo, b) Presentation: Artist Space Trust, c) Action: approval of Poet Laureate Program Guidelines, d) Presentation and Action: Civic Center Design Concept.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission

DISASTER and FIRE SAFETY COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: 997 Cedar, Fire Department Division of Training Classroom
AGENDA: 2. Fire Dept Staff Report, 4. Bradstreet – Adopt Recommendation to City Council on Measure FF and Measure GG Tax Rate Adjustment, 5. Select date and time for special meeting to hear presentations on the Facilities Master Plan and Dispatch Needs Assessment, 6. Consideration to change date for June meeting, (June 28th Islam Eid alAdha), 7. Dean – Recommendation that council consider establishing height-related fire fighting surcharge for high-rise buildings, 8. Concrete Retrofits/Seismic Threat.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/disaster-and-fire-safety-commission

ENVIRONMENT and CLIMATE COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. Update from staff a. OESD, b. Community Resilience Centers (CRC), c. Building electrification outreach – May Green Home Tour, 7. Presentation & Discussion: Lead Paint Hazard Enforcement, 9. Workplan Updates a. Transportation, b. Native Plants and Pest Reduction Subcommittee, c. Electrification subcommittee.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/environment-and-climate-commission

POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD at 6:30 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82653396072
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 826 5359 6072
AGENDA: 2. Oath of office for new members District 5 Leah Wilson & District 8 William Williams, 5. Public comment on agenda and non-agenda items, 5. ODPA staff Report, 6. Chair and Board Reports, 7. Chief Report, 8. Subcommittee Report, 9. Training on Graham v. Connor, 10. a. ODPA proposed procedure for internal/external communications between the Board and other parties, b. Processing of commendations for BPD officers, c. Presentation on the incorporation of Animal Assisted Intervention, d. Policy review case status updates, 11. Closed Session on Case Updates.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board

Thursday, May 25, 2023 - No city meetings listed
Friday, May 26, 2023 - No city meetings listed
Saturday, May 27, 2023 - No city meetings listed
Sunday, May 28, 2023 - No city meetings listed
Monday, May 29, 2023 – Memorial Day Holiday

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AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Draft Agenda for May 6 City Council Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1613010148
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 161 301 0148
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules

AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations $1,061,394
2.Warhuus, HHCS – Shelter Plus Care Program Renewal Grants 1. a. HUD $3,949,021 for supportive Housing for 6/1/2023 - 5/31/2024, b. COACH Project $2,327,914 for 1/1/2023 – 12/31/2023, 2. Federal grant via Alameda County $881,045 for chronically homeless and disabled 3/1/2023 – 2/28/2024
3.Warhuus, HHCS – RFP for MLK, Junior (MLK) House for new owner, 2. Consider the reallocation of $1,178,974 in 2021 Housing Trust FundRehabilitation Funding initially awarded to RCD to the new owner/operator of MLK House as part of the transfer of property to help support rehabilitation of the existing housing
4.Grant Application: Surrendered and Abandoned Vessel Exchange (SAVE) $60,000 and $6,000 match
5.Ferris, Parks – Amend Contracts for as-needed Tree Services add $250,000 to each Tay Area Tree Specialists (31900292), Hamilton Tree Service (31900193), Professional Tree Care (31900212), West Coast Arborists (31900218)
6.Ferris, Parks - Donation from the Bessemer Trust for Tree Planting $7,105
7.Klein, Planning - Contract $1,500,000 with Rebuilding Together East Bay North for Just Transition Pilot Program over 2-year period
8.Klein, Planning - Amend Contract 32000020 add $61,000 total $2,061,000 with Rincon Consultants, Inc. for On-Call Planning and Environmental Services for 2023 – 2031
9.Louis BPD - Resolution approving 2022 Equipment Ordinance Annual Report
10.Wong, Auditor, co-sponsors Arreguin, Kesarwani – Endorse the City Auditor’s plan to implement a Whistlerblower Program
11.Kesarwani, co-sponsors Humbert, Taplin, Wengraf – Additional Street Maintenance Funding to Improve Pavement Condition increase total street paving by $4,700,000 total $20,000,000
12.Bartlett – Bench Donation: Relinquishment of Council Office Budget Funds (Bartlett $3,500) for creating a community bench in memory of the efforts from community members made in 2020 on the Black Life Matters Movement
13.Bartlett – Berkeley Juneteenth Festival: Relinquishment of Council Office Budget Funds (Bartlett $1000)
14.Harrison, co-sponsors Hahn, – Budget Referral $7,000 to Purchase Marking Equipment to Engrave Identification Numbers onto Catalytic Converters
15.Harrison – Budget Referral $15,000 in Budget Process in Measure P funds for City recreational vehicle pump-out station, including minimal staffing costs, liability, maintenance, and replacement costs to allow individuals to discharge effluent waste directly into the City’s sewer system
16.Wengraf, co-sponsors– Support SB-233 (Skinner) EV vehicles and EV supply equipment: bidirectional capability
AGENDA on ACTION:
17.Klein, Planning – Bird Safe Building Requirements; Adding Municipal Code Section 23.304.150
18.Arreguin – Referral to City Manager and City Attorney: Tenant Habitability Plan and Amendments to Relocation Ordinance
19.Arreguin, co-sponsors Harrison, Hahn, Robinson – Amendments to the COVID-19 Emergency Response Ordinance to adjust the timeline to provide documentation proving that non-payment of rent was for a Covered Reason for Delayed Payment if an Unlawful Detainer is served
INFORMATION REPORTS:
20.Police Overtime Audit Report Wins National recognition

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May 23, 2023 Agenda for CITY COUNCIL Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1604260018
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 160 426 0018
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas

AGENDA on CONSENT
1.2nd reading Arreguin - Adding BMC Chapter 13.107 Hard Hat Ordinance
2.Amendment FY 2023 Annual Appropriations Ordinance $27,940,780 (gross) and $29,658,924 (net)
3.2nd reading - Resolution of Intention to Amend the Miscellaneous CalPERS Contract to Effectuate PEPRA Cost Sharing Agreements
4.Appointment of Standby Officers for District 8 and District 2.
5.Minutes for April 11, 13, 17, and 25
6.Appointment of new members to the Police Accountability Board by Councilmembers Humbert (Mr. Bill Williams) and Hahn (Leah Wilson).
7.Hollander, Economic Development – Annual Report for 2023 and 2024 Assessments for Telegraph Property Based Business Improvement District (TBID)
8.Hollander, Economic Development - Annual for 2023 and 2024 Assessments for Berkeley Tourism Business Improvement District (BTBID)
9.Hollander, Economic Development - Annual for 2023 and 2024 Assessments for North Shattuck Property Based Businesses (NSBID)
10.Hollander, Economic Development - Annual for 2023 and 2024 Assessments for Downtown Berkeley Property Based Businesses (DPBID)
11.Hollander, Economic Development – Contracts total $600,000 for 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2026, $200,000 with Atthowe Fine Art Services, $100,000 with Kala Art Institute, $200,000 with Preservation Arts LLC, $100,000 with ShipArt International
12.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations - $1,907,987 ( Tenant Legal Services for Rent Board $870,000, On-call Landscaping $50,000, second stair Improvements $987,987)
13.Oyekanmi, Finance – Amend Contract 32000164 add $975,000 with Synthesis Group, Inc. dba Minuteman Press for citywide copying and extend thru 1/31/2025
14.Oyekanmi, Finance – Contract (no cost given) with Stella Courier, LLC. With Stella Courier for mail room services and coverage
15.Oyekanmi, Finance – Appropriations Limit for FY 2024
16.Oyekanmi, Finance – Amend Contract 9367 $3,000,000 with Wells Fargo for Banking Services to continue the work of de-bundling and extend to 5/31/2027
17.Sprague, Fire – Contract $100,000 to align with City of Downey existing contract with Data Ticket to provide Administrative Citation Processing 5/1/2023 – 9/21/2025 with option to extend for addition three one year terms not to exceed $300,000 for 5/2023 – 9/2028
18.Warhuus, HHCS – Revenue Grant total $46,080, $14,000 from State of CA for Tuberculosis Control Program, $32,080 from Alameda Co for Public Health Infrastructure Program
19.Warhuus, HHCS – Contract $200,000 with JSI Research and Training Institute, Inc. for CA Hom Visiting Program Planning Consulting Services, 7/1/2023 – 1/31/2024
20.Warhuus, HHCS – Amend Contract 32300104 add $250,000 total $500,000with Village of Love to Operate the Telegraph Neighborhood Sacred Rest Drop-in Center
21.Warhuus, HHCS – Amend Contract 32300144 with Resource Development Associates for Specialized Care Unit Evaluation
22.Fong, IT – Contract $299,710 with Accela, Inc. for software maintenance 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2025
23.Ferris, Parks – Contract $399,000 with Delta Charter for bus transportation services for Echo Lake Camp and Select Recreation Division Summer Programs 6/1/2023 – 6/1/2026
24.Ferris, Parks – Contract $436,954 includes 20% contingency $72,826 with Baldoni Construction Services, Inc. for Echo Lake Camp accessibility upgrades
25.Louis, BPD – Referral Response: Security Assessment of the 1700 and 1600 blocks of San Pablo, assessment did not indicate a need for further security improvements to the Berkeley Inn or immediate area
26.Garland, Public Works – Audit Status Report, Rocky Road, Berkeley Streets
27.Garland, Public Works – Amend Contract 10986 add $100,000 total $600,000 with Zero waste Collaborative for the Solid Waste & Recycling Transfer Station Rebuild Feasibility Study and extend to 6/30/2025
28.Garland, Public Works – Purchase Order 72 Hour, LLC, dba National Auto Fleet Group for Uplifting of Crime Scene Unit Cargo Van
29.Civic Arts Commission – Refer to City Manager Development of Artists Affordable Housing Certification Program
30.Energy Commission – Recommendation on Climate, Building electrification, and Sustainable Transportation Budget Priorities for FY 2023-2024
31.Removed by Aguilar, PAB – Contract $100,000 with AppleOne for temporary staffing services
32.Arreguin – Support Scott Weiner & Phil Ting SB 532 requires if proposed ballot measure imposes a tax, raises taxes or issues bonds, that rate and duration of tax levied be included in ballot, for full bill see https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/billNavClient.xhtml?bill_id=202320240SB532
33.Arreguin – 1. Resolution calling on Hyundai and Kia to take immediate action to fix for the flaw in their vehicles that make the easy targets for car thefts, 2. Direct City Attorney to explore taking legal action against Hyundai and Kai
34.Arreguin – Contract $482,525 includes contingency of $50,000 with Badawi & Associates, CPAs for Professional Auditing Services to perform annual financial audits of City’s financial statements and perform annual compliance audits required by Single Audit Act of 1984 (revised 1996) for 5/22/2023 – 6/30/2026 with option to extend for 2 additional years
35.Taplin – Budget Referral $600,000 for HAWK crosswalk at 6th and Addison
36.Harrison – Relinquishment of Council Office Budget Funds 2023 Taste of Downtown Berkeley Event
37.Hahn, co-sponsors Harrison, Taplin – FY 2024 Budget Referral: Study to support Housing Element commitment to increase housing and enhance economic vitality on all commercial corridors, with particular attention to the higher-resourced commercial avenues identified in Program 27 of the Housing
38.Wengraf, co-sponsor Arreguin, Hahn – Support H.R. 603 HEAL Act Holocaust Education and Antisemitism Lessons Act
39.Robinson, co-sponsors Arreguin, Taplin – Relinquishment of Council Office budget Funds for Pacific Center for Human Growth 50th Anniversary Gala
AGENDA on ACTION:
40.ZAB Appeal: 469 Kentucky Use Permit #ZP2022-0087 – demolish single family dwelling and construct a 3-story 3,310 sq ft single-family dwelling with a two-car garage, and dismiss the appeal
41.Warhuus, HHCS – Fee Increase: Condominium Conversion Program Application Fee by $30 new total $310 per application and for units currently rented by $40 total $410 and applications deferring the mitigation fee by $95 to $1040 per unit
42.Warhuus, HHCS – Fee Increase: Condominium Conversion Program Subordination Fee add $35 new total $399
43.Warhuus, HHCS – Fee Increase: Below Market Monitoring Program add $18 new total $450
44.Ferris, Parks – Selected Marina Fee Increases
45.Ferris, Parks – Changes to Selected Parks and Recreation fees
46.Louis, BPD – Surveillance Ordinance items related to Fixed Surveillance Cameras and Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) (Drones)
47.Bartlett, co-sponsor Arreguin – Adopting temporary exemption from the collection of taxes under BMC Chapter 9.04.136(D): Tax Rate for Non-Medical and Medical Cannabis Businesses
Items 48 – 50 previously listed as Information Reports now listed as Action Items
48.Louis, BPD - Audit Recommendation Status – 911 Dispatchers: Understaffing Leads to Excessive to Overtime and Low Morale
49.Louis, BPD - Audit Recommendation Status – Data Analysis of the City of Berkeley’s Police Response
50.Louis, BPD - Audit Recommendation Status – Berkeley Police Improvements Needed to Manage Overtime and Security Work for Outside Entities

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LAND USE CALENDAR:
Public Hearings
            469 Kentucky (single family dwelling) 5/23/2023

            Notice of Decision and Date Appeal Period Ends
            705 Euclid (single family home) 5/23/2023
            2000 Milvia (add service of alcoholic beverages) 5/23/2023
            2439 Durant (construct mixed-use building) 5/23/2023
            2538 Durant (construct mixed-use building) 5/23/2023
2555 College (construct multifamily residential building) 5/23/2023
2720 Hillegass (construct community center) 5/23/2023
2800 Telegraph (construct residential building) 5/23/2023
3031 Telegraph (construct mixed-use building) 5/23/2023

WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report, Wildfire Prevention Plan
(If you missed the Fire Facilities Presentation this is worth watching) https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas

May 23 – Unfunded Liability Obligations and Unfunded Infrastructure Needs 4 pm
June 20 - Climate Action Plan and Resilience Update, Berkeley Economic Dashboards Update,
July 18 – Ashby BART Transit Oriented Development (TOD) and City Policies for Managing Parking Around BART Stations
July 25 – Draft Waterfront Specific Plan 4 pm (new date and time)

Unscheduled Presentations, Workshops and Special Meetings:
Fire Dept Standards of Coverage and Community Risk Assessment
Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation (requested by Public Safety Committee)
City Council Referrals to Agenda & Rules Committee
City Policies for Managing Parking Around BART Stations

There is a lot of information in the weekly summary of meetings. The introduction is given as a guide to meetings with items of high interest or potential high impact. Those are the meetings with a double **. The best opportunity for input is at the City Council policy committees and key Boards and Commissions

For anyone in a risk group of complications from Covid-19, who is avoiding crowds, the City of Berkeley does not seem to be slowing down. You can still make your voice heard through an email to all the Council members and Mayor council@cityofberkeley.info or a phone call or individual email:

Mayor - Jesse Arreguin - 510.981.7100 - mayor@cityofberkeley.info
District 1 - Rashi Kesarwani - 510.981.7119 - rkesarwani@cityofberkeley.info
District 2 - Terry Taplin - 510.981.7120 - ttaplin@cityofberkeley.info
District 3 - Ben Bartlett - 510.981.7130 - bbartlett@cityofberkeley.info
District 4 - Kate Harrison - 510.981.7140 - kharrison@cityofberkeley.info
District 5 - Sophie Hahn - 510.981.7150 - shahn@cityofberkeley.info
District 6 - Susan Wengraf - 510.981.7160 - swengraf@cityofberkeley.info
District 7 - Rigel Robinson - 510.981.7170 - rrobinson@cityofberkeley.info
District 8 - Mark Humbert - 510.981.7180 - mhumbert@cityofberkeley.info

May 14 - May 21, 2023
Worth Noting:
Another busy week – our attendance is important. The May 23, City Council Agenda is now available for public comment. Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/

Sunday: 2 -5 pm a Mother’s Day Hats and High Tea at the Rose Garden.
Monday:
- 10:30 am the Public Safety Committee meets in the hybrid format and receives a multi-department report on the January 16, 2023 mudslide. (audio recorded)
- 3 pm City Council Closed Session includes the CA Restaurant Association v. CoB over the natural gas ban comment can be made in the hybrid format before the closed session.
- 6 pm “What we can do now to prevent deadly bird-window collisions” Erin Diehm and Kelly Hammargren online at Speaking Up for Point Molate and hosted by the Sierra Club
Tuesday:
- 9 am the Budget Committee meets in the hybrid format on the 2024 Budget and RV parking. (audio recorded)
- 4 pm City Council meets in the hybrid format on FY 2024 Budget (recorded)
- 6 pm Council meets in the hybrid format on the Community Fire Wildfire Protection Plan and the Fire Department Facilities. (recorded)
Wednesday:
- 1:30 the Commission on Aging meets in person.
- 6:30 pm the Human welfare and Community Action Commission.
- 7 pm the Commission on the Status of Women meets in person.
- 7 pm the Commission on Labor meets in person.
Thursday:
- 6:30 pm the Fair Campaign Practices and Open Government Commissions meet in person.
- 7 pm the DRC meets on two SB 330 projects and responds to the presentation on the Southside Zoning Modification Project.
- 7 pm the Mental Health Commission meets in person on the SCU.
- 7 pm the Transportation and Infrastructure Commission meets in person and receives presentations on goBerkeley SmartSpace (parking metering pilot in residential neighborhoods) and HAWK signals.
- 7 pm the Rent Board is scheduled to meet, but no agenda is posted.
Saturday:
- 10 am BNC meets online with City presentation on Small Business Support Package and Proposed Downtown Development. (recorded)
- 10 am is the virtual Green Home Tour. (video recorded – whether closed captioning is offered is unknown)

All meetings noted as “recorded” are recorded by the host and recordings are posted for public access. If you attend one of the meetings noted as “recorded” those meetings also provide closed captioning and allow attendees to save the transcript. At City Council meetings, a real person is transcribing. At all other meetings the transcript is through computer voice recognition software.

Directions with links to ZOOM support for activating Closed Captioning and Save Transcript are at the bottom of this calendar. Whether the Green Home Tour offers closed captioning and saving the transcript is unknown. All of the other meetings that are noted as recorded also have closed captioning and allow attendees to save the transcript.

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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS

Sunday, May 14, 2023 – Mother’s Day

Mother’s Day Hats and High Tea from 2 – 5 pm
In-Person: Berkeley Rose Garden, 1200 Euclid
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/mothers-day-hats-and-high-tea

Monday, May 15, 2023

PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE at 10:30 am
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1619853040
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 161 985 3040
AGENDA: 2. Klein – Planning, Sprague – Fire, Garland – Public Works on the January 16, 2023 Berkeley Hills Mudslide, 3. Sprague - Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-public-safety

CITY COUNCIL Closed Session at 3 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1610355649
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 161 035 5649
AGENDA: 1. Conference with Legal Counsel existing litigation a. Alisha Gard v. CoB Case No. 23CV025176, b. CA Restaurant Association v. CoB, U.S. Court of Appeals for the 9th Circuit Case No 21-16278, 2. Employee Performance Evaluation, a. City Attorney, b. Director of Police Accountability, 3. Conference with Labor Negotiators, Employee Organizations: Berkeley Fire fighters Association Local 1227 I.A.F.F., Berkeley Fire fighters Association Local 1227 I.A.F.F. / Berkeley Fire Officers Association, Berkeley Police Association.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas

SPEAKING UP for POINT MOLATE FROM 6 – 7 PM
Videoconference: https://sierraclub.zoom.us/j/99891619534
AGENDA: “What we can do right now to prevent deadly bird-window collisions” Presentation by Erin Diehm and Kelly Hammargren on the size of the problem and solutions within reach, hosted by the Sierra Club.

Tuesday, May 16, 2023

BUDGET & FINANCE COMMITTEE at 9 am
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1615029400
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 161 502 9400
AGENDA: 2. FY 2024 Mid-biennial Budget Update, 3. Measure P FY 2024 Mid-biennial Update, 4. Russell Street residence Update, 5. a. Homeless Services Panel of Experts – Recommendations for RV Lot and Waste Management of Streets for RVs, b. Companion Report – Refer back to the Homeless Services Panel of Experts to identify a new RV parking location/program and develop a waste management plan for RVs and budget priorities.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-budget-finance

CIVIC CENTER CONCEPTUAL DESIGN REPORT BRIEFING from 10 – 11 am
In person: at 2180 Milvia, Cypress Conference Room, 1st floor
AGENDA: Super Subcommittee meeting with representatives from the four commissions, Landmarks Preservation Commission, Parks, Recreation and Waterfront Commission, Civic arts Commission and Transportation and Infrastructure Commission.

CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 4 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1608636592
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 160 863 6592
AGENDA: FY 2024 Proposed Budget Update and FY 2024 Proposed Budget Update Public Hearing #1 (packet 78 pages)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas

CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1608636592
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 160 863 6592
AGENDA: 1. Approval of the City of Berkeley Community Wildfire Protection Plan, 2. Fire Department Facilities Master Plan.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas

Wednesday, May 17, 2023

COMMISSION on AGING at 1:30 pm
In-Person: 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 1. Presentation on overview of social services by Culdonce Corona, Mental Health Clinical Supervisor, 2. Discussion of presentation, 3. Commissioner reports on Mental Health, Land Use and Economic Development, r. Update on aging services outreach methods.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-aging

COMMISSION ON LABOR at 7 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 2. FY 2024 Commission Work Plan, Under Information: 3. Fair Work Week, 4. Hard Hat Ordinance, 5. Discussion of First Source and Community workforce Agreement.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-labor

HUMAN WELFARE and COMMUNITY ACTION COMMISSION (HHCAC) at 6:30 pm
In-Person: 2800 Park, Frances Albrier Community Center
AGENDA on ACTION: 5. Community services Block Grant Community Action Plan, 6. HHCAC Commission Seat Vacancies, 7. Review of J-Sei program and financial reports, Discussion/Possible Items: 1. Appointments to HHCAC, 2. Holding hybrid meetings, 3. Supporting the Commission on Aging’s communication regarding the Hopkins Corridor, 4. Mechanisms for City employees and service providers to communicate, 5. Requirements for contracted non-profit service providers and transparency of grant reports, 6. Possible holding concurrent meeting with the Commission on Disabilities regarding action items of mutual interest including but not limited to road plans, integral universal design planning, gaps and redundancies in existing service, 7. Accessibility and availability on the city website.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/human-welfare-and-community-action-commission

COMMISSION on the STATUS of WOMEN (COSOW) at 7 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: Discussion and Possible Action: 7. Presentation from the Berkeley Police Department on domestic violence/gender-based violence/intimate partner violence, sex trafficking and increase in sexual assaults followed with Q&A and possible action, 8. Presentation on the African-American Holistic Resource Center (AAHRC), 9. Women-owned businesses losses during the pandemic and supports, 10. Letter to Council from the Commission requesting updates from the Mason-Tillman report regarding gender disparities in contracts, 11. Suicide surge among young women, 12. Plan Black Maternal Health Month, 13. Financial exploitation, scams and speculators approaching older women.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-status-women

Thursday, May 18, 2023

FAIR CAMPAIGN PRACTICES COMMISSION & OPEN GOVERNMENT COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. City Clerk Department referral regarding failure of Mike Chang for Berkeley School Board 2022 to file campaign report covering Oct 23, 2022 to Dec 31, 2022, Amendments to Berkeley Election Reform Act (BERA) related to public campaign reporting, 8. Report on contribution limits, 10. Subcommittee report on reviewing policies and practices related to City Council meeting public commenting, access and public participation, 11. Annual report to BMC 2.06.190.C Open Government Duties related to the Brown Act, the Lobbyist Registration Act, or open and effective government in Berkeley.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/fair-campaign-practices-commission

DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE (DRC) at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 1. 3030 Telegraph – Preliminary Design Review – SB 330 Project – Demolish an existing 1-story square foot medical office building and two duplexes and construct a new 5-story mixed-use building with 1,550 square feet of commercial area and 144 dwelling units (95 studios, 34 2-bedroom, 15 4-bedroom) including 8-below market units
2. 2712 Telegraph – Preliminary Design Review – SB 330 Project – Demolish two exiting non-residential structures and construct a 41,065 square foot, 6-story residential building containing 40 dwelling units (16 2-bedroom units, 3-3-bedroom units and 21 4-bedroom units) including 4 very low income units (2 2-bedroom units and 2-4 bedroom units) Project contains bedrooms without windows and study rooms come without windows and a commercial space,
3. Presentation of Southside Zoning Modification Project / DRC Recommendations
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/design-review-committee

TRANSPORTATION and INFRASTRUCTURE COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Dining Room
AGENDA: B. 1. goBerkeley SmartSpace Parking Pilot Informational Presentation, 2. HAWK (High Intensity Activated crosswalk signal presentation, 3. Daylighting Policy Informational presentation.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/transportation-and-infrastructure-commission

MENTAL HEALTH COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 3. Bridge to SCU (Special Care Unit) and SCU Update, 4. Mental Health Manager’s Report and Caseload Statistics, r. Commission Vote on Revised version of Care First, Jails Last Resolution, 6. Community Health Records, 7. State legislative update.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/mental-health-commission

RENT BOARD at 7 pm
AGENDA is not posted check after Monday
https://rentboard.berkeleyca.gov/elected-rent-board/rent-board-meetings

Friday, May 19, 2023 – No city meetings listed

Saturday, May 20, 2023

BERKELEY NEIGHBORHOODS COUNCIL at 10 am
Videoconference:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/4223188307?pwd=dFlNMVlVZ2d6b0FnSHh3ZlFwV2NMdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 422 318 8307 Passcode: 521161
AGENDA: 1. Small Business Support Package – Kieron Slaughter, COB Office of Economic Development, 2. Proposed Downtown Developments – Steven, COB Land Use Manager.
https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/

VIRTUAL GREEN HOME TOUR from 10 am – 12:30 pm
Register to attend: https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/news/virtual-green-home-tour-2023-reduce-energy-increase-sustainability
Tour will be recorded and available on the East Bay Green Home Tour website. https://www.eastbaygreenhome.com/

Sunday, May 21, 2023 – No city meetings listed

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May 23, 2023 Agenda for CITY COUNCIL Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1604260018
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 160 426 0018
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas

AGENDA on CONSENT
1.2nd reading Arreguin - Adding BMC Chapter 13.107 Hard Hat Ordinance
2.Amendment FY 2023 Annual Appropriations Ordinance $27,940,780 (gross) and $29,658,924 (net)
3.2nd reading - Resolution of Intention to Amend the Miscellaneous CalPERS Contract to Effectuate PEPRA Cost Sharing Agreements
4.Appointment of Standby Officers for District 8 and District 2.
5.Minutes for April 11, 13, 17, and 25
6.Appointment of new members to the Police Accountability Board by Councilmembers Humbert (Mr. Bill Williams) and Hahn (Leah Wilson).
7.Hollander, Economic Development – Annual Report for 2023 and 2024 Assessments for Telegraph Property Based Business Improvement District (TBID)
8.Hollander, Economic Development - Annual for 2023 and 2024 Assessments for Berkeley Tourism Business Improvement District (BTBID)
9.Hollander, Economic Development - Annual for 2023 and 2024 Assessments for North Shattuck Property Based Businesses (NSBID)
10.Hollander, Economic Development - Annual for 2023 and 2024 Assessments for Downtown Berkeley Property Based Businesses (DPBID)
11.Hollander, Economic Development – Contracts total $600,000 for 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2026, $200,000 with Atthowe Fine Art Services, $100,000 with Kala Art Institute, $200,000 with Preservation Arts LLC, $100,000 with ShipArt International
12.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations - $1,907,987 ( Tenant Legal Services for Rent Board $870,000, On-call Landscaping $50,000, second stair Improvements $987,987)
13.Oyekanmi, Finance – Amend Contract 32000164 add $975,000 with Synthesis Group, Inc. dba Minuteman Press for citywide copying and extend thru 1/31/2025
14.Oyekanmi, Finance – Contract (no cost given) with Stella Courier, LLC. With Stella Courier for mail room services and coverage
15.Oyekanmi, Finance – Appropriations Limit for FY 2024
16.Oyekanmi, Finance – Amend Contract 9367 $3,000,000 with Wells Fargo for Banking Services to continue the work of de-bundling and extend to 5/31/2027
17.Sprague, Fire – Contract $100,000 to align with City of Downey existing contract with Data Ticket to provide Administrative Citation Processing 5/1/2023 – 9/21/2025 with option to extend for addition three one year terms not to exceed $300,000 for 5/2023 – 9/2028
18.Warhuus, HHCS – Revenue Grant total $46,080, $14,000 from State of CA for Tuberculosis Control Program, $32,080 from Alameda Co for Public Health Infrastructure Program
19.Warhuus, HHCS – Contract $200,000 with JSI Research and Training Institute, Inc. for CA Hom Visiting Program Planning Consulting Services, 7/1/2023 – 1/31/2024
20.Warhuus, HHCS – Amend Contract 32300104 add $250,000 total $500,000with Village of Love to Operate the Telegraph Neighborhood Sacred Rest Drop-in Center
21.Warhuus, HHCS – Amend Contract 32300144 with Resource Development Associates for Specialized Care Unit Evaluation
22.Fong, IT – Contract $299,710 with Accela, Inc. for software maintenance 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2025
23.Ferris, Parks – Contract $399,000 with Delta Charter for bus transportation services for Echo Lake Camp and Select Recreation Division Summer Programs 6/1/2023 – 6/1/2026
24.Ferris, Parks – Contract $436,954 includes 20% contingency $72,826 with Baldoni Construction Services, Inc. for Echo Lake Camp accessibility upgrades
25.Louis, BPD – Referral Response: Security Assessment of the 1700 and 1600 blocks of San Pablo, assessment did not indicate a need for further security improvements to the Berkeley Inn or immediate area
26.Garland, Public Works – Audit Status Report, Rocky Road, Berkeley Streets
27.Garland, Public Works – Amend Contract 10986 add $100,000 total $600,000 with Zero waste Collaborative for the Solid Waste & Recycling Transfer Station Rebuild Feasibility Study and extend to 6/30/2025
28.Garland, Public Works – Purchase Order 72 Hour, LLC, dba National Auto Fleet Group for Uplifting of Crime Scene Unit Cargo Van
29.Civic Arts Commission – Refer to City Manager Development of Artists Affordable Housing Certification Program
30.Energy Commission – Recommendation on Climate, Building electrification, and Sustainable Transportation Budget Priorities for FY 2023-2024
31.Removed by Aguilar, PAB – Contract $100,000 with AppleOne for temporary staffing services
32.Arreguin – Support Scott Weiner & Phil Ting SB 532 requires if proposed ballot measure imposes a tax, raises taxes or issues bonds, that rate and duration of tax levied be included in ballot, for full bill see https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/billNavClient.xhtml?bill_id=202320240SB532
33.Arreguin – 1. Resolution calling on Hyundai and Kia to take immediate action to fix for the flaw in their vehicles that make the easy targets for car thefts, 2. Direct City Attorney to explore taking legal action against Hyundai and Kai
34.Arreguin – Contract $482,525 includes contingency of $50,000 with Badawi & Associates, CPAs for Professional Auditing Services to perform annual financial audits of City’s financial statements and perform annual compliance audits required by Single Audit Act of 1984 (revised 1996) for 5/22/2023 – 6/30/2026 with option to extend for 2 additional years
35.Taplin – Budget Referral $600,000 for HAWK crosswalk at 6th and Addison
36.Harrison – Relinquishment of Council Office Budget Funds 2023 Taste of Downtown Berkeley Event
37.Hahn, co-sponsors Harrison, Taplin – FY 2024 Budget Referral: Study to support Housing Element commitment to increase housing and enhance economic vitality on all commercial corridors, with particular attention to the higher-resourced commercial avenues identified in Program 27 of the Housing
38.Wengraf, co-sponsor Arreguin, Hahn – Support H.R. 603 HEAL Act Holocaust Education and Antisemitism Lessons Act
39.Robinson, co-sponsors Arreguin, Taplin – Relinquishment of Council Office budget Funds for Pacific Center for Human Growth 50th Anniversary Gala
AGENDA on ACTION:
40.ZAB Appeal: 469 Kentucky Use Permit #ZP2022-0087 – demolish single family dwelling and construct a 3-story 3,310 sq ft single-family dwelling with a two-car garage, and dismiss the appeal
41.Warhuus, HHCS – Fee Increase: Condominium Conversion Program Application Fee by $30 new total $310 per application and for units currently rented by $40 total $410 and applications deferring the mitigation fee by $95 to $1040 per unit
42.Warhuus, HHCS – Fee Increase: Condominium Conversion Program Subordination Fee add $35 new total $399
43.Warhuus, HHCS – Fee Increase: Below Market Monitoring Program add $18 new total $450
44.Ferris, Parks – Selected Marina Fee Increases
45.Ferris, Parks – Changes to Selected Parks and Recreation fees
46.Louis, BPD – Surveillance Ordinance items related to Fixed Surveillance Cameras and Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) (Drones)
47.Bartlett, co-sponsor Arreguin – Adopting temporary exemption from the collection of taxes under BMC Chapter 9.04.136(D): Tax Rate for Non-Medical and Medical Cannabis Businesses
Items 48 – 50 previously listed as Information Reports now listed as Action Items
48.Louis, BPD - Audit Recommendation Status – 911 Dispatchers: Understaffing Leads to Excessive to Overtime and Low Morale
49.Louis, BPD - Audit Recommendation Status – Data Analysis of the City of Berkeley’s Police Response
50.Louis, BPD - Audit Recommendation Status – Berkeley Police Improvements Needed to Manage Overtime and Security Work for Outside Entities

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LAND USE CALENDAR:
Public Hearings
469 Kentucky (single family dwelling) 5/23/2023

WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report, Wildfire Prevention Plan
May 23 – Unfunded Liability Obligations and Unfunded Infrastructure Needs 4 pm
June 20 - Climate Action Plan and Resilience Update, Berkeley Economic Dashboards Update,
July 18 – Draft Waterfront Specific Plan (tentative)

Unscheduled Presentations:
Fire Dept Standards of Coverage and Community Risk Assessment None
City Policies for Managing Parking Around BART Stations

May 7 - May 14, 2023
Worth Noting:
Another busy week. The funding gap for approved T1 projects ate up another Council Budget and Finance Committee on Thursday, meaning a special extra Budget meeting will be scheduled. Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at https://berkeleyca.gov/

Sunday: Bay Area Book Festival
Monday:
- 10 am the Council Health Life, Enrichment Equity & Community meets in the hybrid format.
- 1 pm the Community Health Commission Subcommittee meets online on long term care facilities
- 2 pm (note time) the Agenda Committee meets in the hybrid format to plan the May 23 City Council Regular Meeting agenda. Use the link below or read the full draft agenda at the end of the list of city meetings.
- 3 pm City council meets in closed session on labor negotiations,
- 6:30 pm the Youth Commission meets in person.
Tuesday: City Council meets at 6 pm in the hybrid format. Confirmation of Police Chief Louis is item 5 on Consent.
Wednesday:
- 6 – 8 pm is an in person open house on the North Berkeley BART Plan.
- 6:30 pm the PAB meets in the hybrid format.
- 7 pm the Homeless Services Panel of Experts meets in person on Measure P.
- 7 pm the Parks Commission meets on the Waterfront Specific Plan.
Thursday: The Zoning Adjustment Board meets in the hybrid format with two State Density Bonus projects on the agenda, 1598 University and 3000 Shattuck.
Saturday: 10 am Berkeley Neighborhoods Council meets online. Two presentations by city staff are on the agenda, the Small Business Support Package and proposed downtown development.
Sunday: 2 -5 pm a Mother’s Day Hats and High Tea at the Rose Garden.

Directions with links to ZOOM support for activating Closed Captioning and Save Transcript are at the bottom of this calendar.

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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS

Sunday, May 7, 2023

BAY AREA BOOK FESTIVAL 2023
Outdoor Fair events – one-day only – on Sunday
No hours are listed on the festival website for the outdoor fair
https://www.baybookfest.org/

Monday, May 8, 2023

HEALTH, LIFE, ENRICHMENT EQUITY & COMMUNITY at 10 am
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1601472164
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 160 147 2164
AGENDA: 2. Berkeley Food Utility and Access Resilience Measure (FARM), 3. Referral Response from Community Health Commission Responsible Psychedelic Drug Policy Reform in Berkeley.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-health-life-enrichment-equity-community

AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1609748748
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 160 974 8748
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 5/23/2023 draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda below at the end of the list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Worksessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, Unscheduled Items: 8. COVID, 9. Discussion of Potential Changes to City Council Legislative Process, 10. Modifications or Improvements to City Council Meeting Procedures (referred by Council at the March 14, 2023 meeting), 11. Strengthening and Supporting City Commission: Guidance on Development of Legislative Proposals, 12. Discussion Regarding Design and Strengthening of Policy Committees Process and Structure (Including Budget Referrals).
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules

CITY COUNCIL Closed Session at 3 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1612609972
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 161 260 9972
AGENDA: 1. Conference with Labor Negotiators, Employee Organizations: Berkeley Fire Fighters association Local 1227 I.A.F.F., Berkeley Fire Fighters association Local 1227 I.A.F.F / Berkeley Chief Fire Officers Association; Berkeley Police Association.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas

COMMUNITY HEALTH COMMISSION Health Facilities Subcommittee at 1 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87903569046?pwd=d1NsT0QzR0hpNXFjcnFuYWNVUDFoQT09
Teleconference: 1-305-224-1968 Meeting ID: 879 0356 9046 Passcode: 120168
AGENDA: Bartlett - Discussion regarding City Council Referral on Long Term Care Facilities.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/community-health-commission

YOUTH COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
In-Person: 1730 Oregon, MLK Jr. Youth Services Center/YAP
AGENDA: 9. Youth Commission responsibility, 10. Action: Youth Commission Work Plan 2023-2024.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/youth-commission

Tuesday, May 9, 2023

CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1603158470
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 160 315 8470
AGENDA: Use the link and choose the meeting html option or see the agenda listed at the end of the calendar.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas

Wednesday, May 10, 2023

North Berkeley BART OPEN HOUSE from 6 – 8 pm
In-Person: 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: Drop in anytime to see proposed plans and provide input on transportation bike and pedestrian routes, urban design, open space including the Ohlone Greenway, outdoor amenities and plants, ground floor uses, architecture and building design.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/north-berkeley-bart-open-house

HOMELESS SERVICES PANEL of EXPERTS Special Meeting at 7 pm
In-Person: 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 7. Review Programs, current and proposed, funded under Measure P and establish priorities for funding. Discussion and possible action.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/homeless-services-panel-experts

PARKS, RECREATION, and WATERFRONT COMMISSION (PRW) at 7 pm
In-Person: 2800 Park, Frances Albrier Community Center Auditorium
AGENDA: 7. Chair’s Report, 8. Presentation on Undergrounding Interstate 80 in Berkeley, 9. Presentation/Action on Waterfront Specific Plan Webinar 1, Webinar 2 and subcommittee report, 10. Discussion/Action on Measure T1 proposed reductions, 11. Discussion on Proposed fee increases to City Recreation and Waterfront fees and programs, 12. PRW Commission Workplan 2023, 13. Director’s Report Ferris.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/parks-recreation-and-waterfront-commission

POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD (PAB) at 6:30 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82653396072
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 826 5359 6072
AGENDA: 3. Public Comment on agenda and non-agenda items, 5. ODPA Staff Report, 6. Chair and Member Reports, 7. Chief of Police Report, 8. Subcommittee Reports: a. Policy and Practices relating to the Downtown Task Force and Bike Unit Allegations, b. Body-worn Camera Policy, c. Conflict of Interest, 9. A. Training on Graham V. Connor, 10. A. Appointment of members to the Berkeley City Charter Section 125 Review Subcommittee, b. Consideration of ODPA proposed procedure for internal/external communications between the Board and other parties, c. Discussion regarding the proposed guidelines for PAB Subcommittees, 11. Public Comment, 12. Closed Session.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board

Thursday, May 11, 2023

ZONING ADJUSTMENT BOARD at 7 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84840138056
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 or 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 848 4013 8956
AGENDA: 2. 2049 Shattuck – on consent – change alcoholic beverage license from beer & wine to beer, wine and distilled spirits
3. 2966 College – on consent – add sale of beer and wine for on-site consumption incidental to movie theater
4. 1598 University – on consent – State Density Bonus project - demolish non-residential structure and construct a 134,409 sq ft 8-story (89 ft-2in) mixed-use residential building with 207 dwelling units (including 21 very low income), 5,787 sq ft commercial space, 39 auto parking spaces, 92 bicycle parking spaces,
5. 3000 Shattuck – on action – State Density Bonus project – demolish existing gas station and construct 10-story (114 feet) mixed-use with 166 dwellings (including 17 very low income), 1,043 sq ft of commercial space.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zoning-adjustments-board

Friday, May 12, 2023 – A City Reduced Service Day

Saturday, May 13, 2023

Berkeley Neighborhoods Council at 10 am
Videoconference:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/4223188307?pwd=dFlNMVlVZ2d6b0FnSHh3ZlFwV2NMdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 422 318 8307 Passcode: 521161
AGENDA: 1. Small Business Support Package with Kieron Slaughter, CoB Office of Economic Development, 2. Proposed Downtown Developments with Steven Buckley, CoB Land Use Manager.
https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/

Sunday, May 14, 2023 – Mother’s Day

Mother’s Day Hats and High Tea from 2 – 5 pm
In-Person: Berkeley Rose Garden, 1200 Euclid
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/mothers-day-hats-and-high-tea

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AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2 pm
Draft Agenda for May 23 City Council Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1609748748
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 160 974 8748
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules

AGENDA on CONSENT
1.2nd reading Arreguin - Adding BMC Chapter 13.107 Hard Hat Ordinance
2.Appointment of Standby Officers for District 8 and District 2.
3.Minutes for April 11, 13, 17, and 25
4.Appointment of new members to the Police Accountability Board by Councilmembers Humbert and Hahn.
5.Hollander, Economic Development – Annual Report for 2023 and 2024 Assessments for Telegraph Property Based Business Improvement District (TBID)
6.Hollander, Economic Development - Annual for 2023 and 2024 Assessments for Berkeley Tourism Business Improvement District (BTBID)
7.Hollander, Economic Development - Annual for 2023 and 2024 Assessments for North Shattuck Property Based Businesses (NSBID)
8.Hollander, Economic Development - Annual for 2023 and 2024 Assessments for Downtown Berkeley Property Based Businesses (DPBID)
9.Hollander, Economic Development – Contracts total $600,000 for 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2026, $200,000 with Atthowe Fine Art Services, $100,000 with Kala Art Institute, $200,000 with Preservation Arts LLC, $100,000 with ShipArt International
10.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations - $1,907,987
11.Oyekanmi, Finance – Amend Contract 32000164 add $975,000 with Synthesis Group, Inc. dba Minuteman Press for citywide copying and extend thru 1/31/2025
12.Oyekanmi, Finance – Contract (no cost given) with Stella Courier, LLC. With Stella Courier for mail room services and coverage
13.Oyekanmi, Finance – Appropriations Limit for FY 2024
14.Oyekanmi, Finance – Amend Contract 9367 $3,000,000 with Wells Fargo for Banking Services to continue the work of de-bundling and extend to 5/31/2027
15.Sprague, Fire – Contract $100,000 to align with City of Downey existing contract with Data Ticket to provide Administrative Citation Processing 5/1/2023 – 9/21/2025 with option to extend for addition three one year terms not to exceed $300,000 for 5/2023 – 9/2028
16.Sprague, Fire – Approve CoB Community Wildfire Protection Plan
17.Warhuus, HHCS – Revenue Grant total $46,080, $14,000 from State of CA for Tuberculosis Control Program, $32,080 from Alameda Co for Public Health Infrastructure Program
18.Warhuus, HHCS – Contract $200,000 with JSI Research and Training Institute, Inc. for CA Hom Visiting Program Planning Consulting Services, 7/1/2023 – 1/31/2024
19.Warhuus, HHCS – Amend Contract 32300104 add $250,000 total $500,000with Village of Love to Operate the Telegraph Neighborhood Sacred Rest Drop-in Center
20.Warhuus, HHCS – Amend Contract 32300144 with Resource Development Associates for Specialized Care Unit Evaluation
21.Fong, IT – Contract $299,710 with Accela, Inc. for software maintenance 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2025
22.Ferris, Parks – Contract $399,000 with Delta Charter for bus transportation services for Echo Lake Camp and Select Recreation Division Summer Programs 6/1/2023 – 6/1/2026
23.Ferris, Parks – Contract $436,954 includes 20% contingency $72,826 with Baldoni Construction Services, Inc. for Echo Lake Camp accessibility upgrades
24.Louis, BPD – Referral Response: Security Assessment of the 1700 and 1600 blocks of San Pablo, assessment did not indicate a need for further security improvements to the Berkeley Inn or immediate area
25.Garland, Public Works – Audit Status Report, Rocky Road, Berkeley Streets
26.Garland, Public Works – Amend Contract 10986 add $100,000 total $600,000 with Zero waste Collaborative for the Solid Waste & Recycling Transfer Station Rebuild Feasibility Study and extend to 6/30/2025
27.Garland, Public Works – Purchase Order 72 Hour, LLC, dba National Auto Fleet Group for Uplifting of Crime Scene Unit Cargo Van
28.Civic Arts Commission – Refer to City Manager Development of Artists Affordable Housing Certification Program
29.Aguilar, PAB – Contract $100,000 with AppleOne for temporary staffing services
30.Arreguin – Support Scott Weiner & Phil Ting SB 532 requires if proposed ballot measure imposes a tax, raises taxes or issues bonds, that rate and duration of tax levied be included in ballot, for full bill see https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/billNavClient.xhtml?bill_id=202320240SB532
31.Taplin – Budget Referral $600,000 for HAWK crosswalk at 6th and Addison
32.Wengraf, co-sponsor Arreguin – Support H.R. 603 HEAL Act Holocaust Education and Antisemitism Lessons Act
AGENDA on ACTION:
33.Warhuus, HHCS – Fee Increase: Condominium Conversion Program Application Fee by $30 new total $310 per application and for units currently rented by $40 total $410 and applications deferring the mitigation fee by $95 to $1040 per unit
34.Warhuus, HHCS – Fee Increase: Condominium Conversion Program Subordination Fee add $35 new total $399
35.Warhuus, HHCS – Fee Increase: Below Market Monitoring Program add $18 new total $450
36.Ferris, Parks – Selected Marina Fee Increases: - NO DOCUMENTATION OF FEE
37.Ferris, Parks – Changes to Selected Parks and Recreation Fees – NO DOCUMENTATION OF FEES
38.ZAB Appeal: 469 Kentucky Use Permit #ZP2022-0087 – demolish single family dwelling and construct a 3-story 3,310 sq ft single-family dwelling with a two-car garage, and dismiss the appeal
39.Louis, BPD – Surveillance Ordinance items related to Fixed Surveillance Cameras and Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) (Drones)
40.Energy Commission – Recommendation on Climate, Building electrification, and Sustainable Transportation Budget Priorities for FY 2023-2024
41.Arreguin – 1. Resolution calling on Hyundai and Kia to take immediate action to fix for the flaw in their vehicles that make the easy targets for car thefts, 2. Direct City Attorney to explore taking legal action against Hyundai and Kai
42.Arreguin – Contract $482,525 includes contingency of $50,000 with Badawi & Associates, CPAs for Professional Auditing Services to perform annual financial audits of City’s financial statements and perform annual compliance audits required by Single Audit Act of 1984 (revised 1996) for 5/22/2023 – 6/30/2026 with option to extend for 2 additional years
43.Bartlett, co-sponsor Arreguin – Adopting temporary exemption from the collection of taxes under BMC Chapter 9.04.136(D): Tax Rate for Non-Medical and Medical Cannabis Businesses
44.Robinson, co-sponsors Taplin, Kesarwani, Humbert – Referral to City Manager to assess the viability of transforming the University & I-80 interchange with the goal of removing the I-80 at-grade barrier between the Berkeley Marina and the rest of the City and explore related grant opportunities, like Tunnel Tops in San Francisco
INFORMATION REPORTS:
45.Audit Recommendation Status – 911 Dispatchers: Understaffing Leads to Excessive to Overtime and Low Morale
46.Audit Recommendation Status – Data Analysis of the City of Berkeley’s Police Response
47.Audit Recommendation Status – Berkeley Police Improvements Needed to Manage Overtime and Security Work for Outside Entities

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May 9, 2023 AGENDA for CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1603158470
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 160 315 8470
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas

AGENDA on CONSENT
1.Proposition Procedures and Five Year Zero Waste Schedule (garbage pick-up rates)
2.Brown, City Attorney – Waiver of Sanctuary City Ordinance to Amend Westlaw Subscription
3.Friedrichsen, Budget Manager – First reading of an Ordinance amending FY 2023 Annual Appropriations Ordinance (AAO) $27,740,780 (gross) and $29,4588,924 (net)
4.Williams-Ridley, City Manager – Appointment of David Sprague-Livingston as Fire Chief
5.Williams-Ridley, City Manager – Appointment of Jennifer Louis as Police Chief
6.Oyekanmi, Finance - $7,305,000 Formal bid solicitations
7.Warhuus, HHCS – Apply for and accept $5,000,000 from State of CA Local Housing Trust Fund program and apply to St. Paul Terrace (2024 Ashby) via the City’s Housing Trust Fund
8.Warhuus, HHCS – Amend contract #31900263 add General Funds $98,275, Safe at Home Program $24,575, Community Facility Improvement $122,850 amended total $614,250 with Rebuilding Together East Bay-North and extend to 6/30/2024
9.Warhuus, HHCS – Contract $75,000 with Optimas Services, Inc for consulting services related to Mental Health Medi-Cal Billing and the CalAIM Initiative
10.Warhuus, HHCS – Amend contract #32300108 add $50,000 total $99,500 with Street Level Advisors, LLC for housing consulting services and extend to 6/30/2024
11.Warhuus, HHCS – Contract $110,000 with Pacific Site Management Landscaping for 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2026
12.Warhuus, HHCS – Contract $380,000 with resource Development Associates for consultation services to support HHCS program assessment and planning
13.Warhuus, HHCS – Contract $100,000 with Hansine Fisher & Associates for Targeted Case Management and Medi-Cal Administrative Activities for 7/1/2023-6/30/2024
14.Warhuus, HHCS – Revenue Grant Agreement: funding support from Essential Access Health to conduct Public Health Services $180,000 for 4/1/2023 – 3/30/2024
15.Warhuus, HHCS – Revenue Grant Agreements: funding support from the state of CA to conduct Public Health Services CHDP and EPSDT and HCPCFC $303,709, MCAH $375,000, Tobacco Trust Fund $300,000 all for FY 2024; Immunization Program $1,368,080 for FY 2023-2027, CRI $1,368,080 for FY 2023-2027, CLPPP $107,374 per year for FY 2024-2026 total $322,123, CFHL $487,170 for FY 2024-2027
16.Warhuus, HHCS – Revenue Grant Agreements: funding support from Alameda County for health promotion, protection and prevention services all for FY 2024, Foster Care $96,500, Berkeley High and Berkeley technology Academy Health Center Programs $181,208, School Linked Health Services Program $200,011, Tobacco Prevention $78,960
17.Warhuus, HHCS – Accept $650,928 from CA Dept of Public Health Strengthening Public Health Initiative for 12/1/2022 – 11/30/2027
18.Kouyoumdjian, Human Resources – Establish Classification and Salary for Electrical Supervisor and Communications Supervisor monthly salary range $9,666.8000 - $10,882.1055
19.Ferris, Parks – Donation $3,400 for Memorial Bench at Mortar Rock Park in memory of Charles D. Sooy
20.Ferris, Parks – Amend contract #32100138 add $1,000,000 with AnchorCM and amend #32100144 add $1,000,000 with Park Engineering, Inc. for on-call Waterfront Project and Construction Management Services total for both contracts $4,000,000 and extend 6/30/2024-6/30/2025
21.Ferris, Parks – Contract $360,000 with Elavon for credit card payment processing transaction services for the Recreation Division’s online registration system for 6/1/2023 to 5/31/2027
22.Ferris, Parks – Amend contract #32200098 add $138,000 total $1,338,000 with ERA Construction, Inc. for the O&K Docks electrical upgrade project
23.Garland, Public Works – Agreement with EBMUD for Sewer Service Billing and Collection $6,100,000 for 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2033
24.Wong, Auditor – Amend contract add $100,000 total $124,000 with Missionmark for Audit Management and Recommendation Tracking Software and extend to 5/30/2027
25.May, Fire Dept – Approval of Additional Disaster and Fire Safety Commission Meeting
AGENDA on ACTION:
26.Friedrichsen, Budget Manager – FY 2024 Proposed Budget Updates and FY 2024 Proposed Budget Update Public Hearing #1
27.Warhuus, HHCS – Submission of the ProgramYear (FY 2024) Annual Action Plan Containing Allocations of Federal Funds
28.Kouyoumdjian, Human Resources – Resolution of Intention to Amend the Miscellaneous CalPERS Contract to Effectuate PEPRA Cost Sharing Agreements
INFORMATION REPORTS:
29.Oyekanmi, Finance - FY 2023 2nd Quarter Investment Report ended 12/31/2022
30.Warhuus, HHCS – Annual Report on the Ronald V. Dellums Fair Chance Access to Housing Ordinance
31.Klein, Planning and Development - LPO NOD 1919 Addison
32.Klein, Planning and Development – LPO NOD 0 Center Street – Civic Center Park

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LAND USE CALENDAR:
Public Hearings
            469 Kentucky (single family dwelling) 5/23/2023

WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report
June 20 - Climate Action Plan and Resilience Update, Berkeley Economic Dashboards Update,
July 18 – Draft Waterfront Specific Plan (tentative)

Unscheduled Presentations:
Fire Dept Standards of Coverage and Community Risk Assessment None
City Policies for Managing Parking Around BART Stations
Unfunded Liability Obligations and Unfunded Infrastructure Needs

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April 30 - May 7, 2023
Worth Noting:
The April 25 City Council Regular Meeting Agenda is available for public comment and follows below this calendar of meetings.
The bolded meetings are selected as “go to meetings” to encourage your attendance at those meetings and give public comment.
Picking a city commission or a council committee that covers your issues and then attending those meetings regularly is the best way to influence and have a say in the outcomes for our community.

Monday:
- 10 am the Council Land Use Committee meets in the hybrid format on the Relocation Ordinance.
- 3 pm the City Council is in closed session, but public comments can be made in the hybrid format before the closed session begins.
- 6:30 pm is the Waterfront Specific Plan meeting online on design standards for recreation and nature areas.
- 7 pm the Peace and Justice Commission meets in person on sister cities and on the Shellmound status.
- 7 pm the Personnel Board meets in person.
Tuesday:
- 3 pm the 4 x 4 Committee meets in the hybrid format the on eviction moratorium.
- 6 pm City Council meets in hybrid format on the Hard Hat Ordinance and includes “consider upzoning” for more taller buildings in the downtown.
- 6:30 pm the goBerkeley SmartSpace paid parking program in the Southside and Elmwood neighborhoods meets in the hybrid format.
Wednesday:
- 5:30 pm the Planning Commission meets in person.
- 6:30 pm the Waterfront Specific Plan webinar on parking and commercial development meets online.
- 6:30 pm the Board of Library Trustees meets in person.
- 7 pm the Homeless Services Panel of Experts meets in person on Measure P funding priorities.
Thursday:
- 9 am the Council Budget Committee meets in the hybrid format on T1 funding shortfall, action on the T1 shortfall is expected) and FY 2024 budget.
- 1 pm Council FITES Committee meets in the hybrid format.
- 1 pm WETA meets in the hybrid format.
- 7 pm the Housing Advisory Commission meets in person on projects for Housing Trust Fund funding.
- 7 pm the Landmarks Preservation Commission meets in person.
Saturday and Sunday: is the Book Fair, but the Outdoor Book Fair is only on Sunday not both days as in prior years. Programs with speakers are on both days.

Directions with links to ZOOM support for activating Closed Captioning and Save Transcript are at the end of this calendar.
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/

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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS

Sunday, April 30, 2023 - No city meetings listed.

Monday, May 1, 2023

Council LAND USE, HOUSING & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT at 10 am
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1603285918
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 160 328 5918
AGENDA: 2. Arreguin, co-sponsor Hahn – Tenant Habitability Plan and amendments to Relocation Ordinance, 3. Hahn, co-sponsors Harrison, Taplin – Budget Referral $250,000 for Study to support Housing Element commitment to increase housing on higher-resourced (wealthier neighborhoods) commercial avenues of Solano, North Shattuck and College Avenue
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-land-use-housing-economic-development

CITY COUNCIL CLOSED SESSION at 3 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1611791416
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 161 179 1416
AGENDA: 1. Existing litigation a. Stachl v City of Berkeley RG20074265, 2. a. Significant exposure to litigation see April 22, 2023 letter from David H. Blackwell on behalf of Mevlanarumi LLC. Owners of 2023-25 Shattuck, 2.a. Communications, Tuija Catalano, on behalf of Reuben, Junius & Rose LLP, b. Alejandres v. City of Berkeley CA Civil Rights Dept, #202209-18233514, 3. Conference with Labor Negotiators, Employee Organizations: Berkeley Fire Fighters Association Local 1227 I.A.F.F., Berkeley Police Association Public Employees Union Local 1
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas

PEACE and JUSTICE COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 8. Presentation and Discussion by Share Members and Mayor Victor Hugo Tejada of Las Vegas, Honduras, 9. Pass a resolution to establish a Sister City with Las Vegas Honduras and Santa Barbara Honduras, 10. Seating at Post Offices, 11. Discuss the Shellmound and possible modification of Land Acknowledgement, 12. Discuss Reimagining Public Safety in Berkeley
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/peace-and-justice-commission

PERSONNEL BOARD at 7 pm
In-Person: 1301 Shattuck, Live Oak Community Center, Fireside Room
AGENDA: V. Request for Extension of Temporary Community Service Specialist III Joshua Oehler, Senior Management Analyst Rhianna Babka, and Senior Development Project Coordinator Jenny Wyant, VI. Recommendation Amending Fire Captain II Job Class Specification, VII. Recommendation amending the Police Officer Recruit Job Class Specification, VIII. Recommendation for Creating Lactation Counselor Job Class Specification, IX. Recommendation amending the Audit Manager Job Class Specification
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/personnel-board

WATERFRONT SPECIFIC PLAN WEBINAR from 6:30 – 8:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83258360468
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 832 5836 0468 Passcode: 366537
AGENDA: Discussion on design standards for Nature and Recreation (Cesar Chavez Park is excluded
https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/CABERKE/bulletins/357b7e8
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/waterfront-specific-plan-webinar-1

Tuesday, May 2, 2023

4 x 4 JOINT TASK FORCE COMMITTEE at 3 pm (City Council and Rent Board)
A Hybrid Meeting:
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 1st floor, cypress Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1619359698?pwd=bHRJSHp5Z2MyMTNPOXBoWDlhcEJRUT09
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 Meeting ID: 161 935 9698 Passcode: 435279
AGENDA: 6. Eviction Moratorium, 7. Housing Retention Program, 8. Discussion regarding approval process for messages in the City of Berkeley newsletter, to promote short-term rentals, 9. Update on Tenant Habitability
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/4x4-joint-task-force-committee-housing

CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1612900378
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 161 290 0378
AGENDA: 1. Adding BMC Chapter 13.107 Hard Hat Ordinance, helping to achieve responsible development with healthcare and apprenticeship training standards, 1. Establish standards for private development, 2. Refer to City Manager and Planning Commission if necessary to include analysis of the costs, feasibility, recommend adjustments to impact fees to offset the cost of new requirements, bring back to council enabling legislation if necessary, consider upzoning downtown for increased number of taller buildings, refer to 2024 budget process.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas

goBerkeley SmartSpace COMMUNITY Meeting from 6:30 – 8 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
Register to attend in person or receive virtual link
Register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/goberkeley-smartspace-may-2023-community-meeting-tickets-594924965587
In-Person: 2236 Parker, LIFE Adventist Church
AGENDA: goBerkeley SmartSpace is a grant-funded pilot program for parking management
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/goberkeley-smartspace-community-meeting-findings-next-steps

Wednesday, May 3, 2023

BOARD of LIBRARY TRUSTEES (BOLT) at 6:30 pm
In-Person: 1901 Russell, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch
AGENDA: II.B. Consent Amend Contract add $325,000 total $1,200,000 with L.J. Kruse Company for HVAC plumbing repair and preventive maintenance, III.A. Action: Interview Trustee candidates, B. Recommendation to City Council
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees

HOMELESS SERVICES PANEL of EXPERTS at 7 pm
In-Person: 1901 North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 7. Review programs, current and proposed, funded under Measure P and establish priorities for funding
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/homeless-services-panel-experts

PLANNING COMMISSION at 5:30 pm
In-Person: 1901 Hearst North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 5 Staff report, 10. Public Hearing Tentative Tract Map #8639, 11. Public Hearing ADU Amendments to conform to current state law and HCD Guidance, 12. Public Hearing: State Law Technical Edits, 13. Poll for Special Meeting on July 19, 2023
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/planning-commission

WATERFRONT SPECIFIC PLAN WEBINAR from 6:30 – 8:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87859978480
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 878 5997 8480 Passcode: 164630
AGENDA: Discussion on design standards for Commercial Development and Parking
https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/CABERKE/bulletins/357b7e8
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/waterfront-specific-plan-webinar-2

Thursday, May 4, 2023

BUDGET and FINANCE COMMITTEE at 9 am
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 1st Floor, Cypress Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1613420519
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID:
AGENDA: 2. Measure T1 funding gap, 3. Second Amendment to the FY 2023 Annual Appropriations Ordinance, 4. FY 2024 Mid-biennial Budget Update, 5. Measure P FY 2024 Mid-biennial Update
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-budget-finance

FACILITIES, INFRASTRUCTURE, TRANSPORTATION, ENVIRONMENT, SUSTAINABILITY (FITES) at 1 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1609443290
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 160 944 3290
AGENDA: 2. Garland - Audit Status Report: Underfunded Mandate: Resources, strategic plan and communication needed to continue progress towards the year 2020 zero waste goal 3. Garland - Audit Status Report: unified vision of zero waste activities will help align service levels with billing and ensure customer equity, 4. Kesarwani, co-sponsors Humbert, Taplin - Budget Referral: Additional street maintenance funding to improve pavement condition, saving tax dollars and our streets
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-facilities-infrastructure-transportation-environment-sustainability

HOUSING ADVISORY COMMISSION (HAC) at 7 pm
In-Person: 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. Discussion & possible action to recommend Housing Trust Fund program funding for Ephesian Legacy Court (1708 Harmon), 7. Discussion & possible action to recommend Housing Trust Fund program funding for Woolsey Gardens (3120-3130 Shattuck), 8. Update on Fair Access and Transparency for Rental Housing Applications Ordinance Subcommittee
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/housing-advisory-commission

LANDMARKS PRESERVATION COMMISSION (LPC) at 7 pm
In-Person: 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. 60 Panoramic Way – Landmark or Structure of Merit Designation, 7. 910 Indian Rock – Consider a request from a group of residents to initiate consideration of City Landmark or Structure of Merit for a Walter H. Ratcliff Jr. residential property, 8. 2531 Ridge Road Consider a request for a residential property for consideration of City Landmark or Structure of Merit, 9. 2132-2154 Center – Thomas Block Building, consider initiating City Landmark or Structure of Merit.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/landmarks-preservation-commission

WATER EMERGENCY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY (WETA) at 1 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: Port of San Francisco Pier 1
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89718217408
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 897 1821 7408 Password: 33779
AGENDA: 4. Report Chair, 5. Report Directors, 6. Reports Staff, 8. Adopt WETA fare policy and program FY 2024-2028, 9. Contract for Vallejo terminal reconfiguration, EIR and permitting services, 10. Contracts for on-call pilot and emergency ferry services, 11. Draft final WETA zero emissions plan, 12. Review proposed FY 2023/2024 budget and salary schedule.
https://weta.sanfranciscobayferry.com/next-board-meeting

Friday, May 5, 2023 - No city meetings listed.

Saturday, May 6, 2023

BAY AREA BOOK FESTIVAL 2023
Programs start at 11 am, check website
https://www.baybookfest.org/

Sunday, May 7, 2023

BAY AREA BOOK FESTIVAL 2023 from
Outdoor Fair – one-day only – on Sunday
No hours are listed on the festival website for the outdoor fair
https://www.baybookfest.org/

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May 9, 2023 AGENDA for CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1603158470
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 160 315 8470
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas

AGENDA on CONSENT
1.Proposition Procedures and Five Year Zero Waste Schedule (garbage pick-up rates)
2.Brown, City Attorney – Waiver of Sanctuary City Ordinance to Amend Westlaw Subscription
3.Friedrichsen, Budget Manager – First reading of an Ordinance amending FY 2023 Annual Appropriations Ordinance (AAO) $27,740,780 (gross) and $29,4588,924 (net)
4.Williams-Ridley, City Manager – Appointment of David Sprague-Livingston as Fire Chief
5.Williams-Ridley, City Manager – Appointment of Jennifer Louis as Police Chief
6.Oyekanmi, Finance - $7,305,000 Formal bid solicitations
7.Warhuus, HHCS – Apply for and accept $5,000,000 from State of CA Local Housing Trust Fund program and apply to St. Paul Terrace (2024 Ashby) vis City’s Housing Trust Fund
8.Warhuus, HHCS – Amend contract #31900263 add General Funds $98,275, Safe at Home Program $24,575, Community Facility Improvement $122,850 amended total $614,250 with Rebuilding Together East Bay-North and extend to 6/30/2024
9.Warhuus, HHCS – Contract $75,000 with Optimas Services, Inc for consulting services related to Mental Health Medi-Cal Billing and the CalAIM Initiative
10.Warhuus, HHCS – Amend contract #32300108 add $50,000 total $99,500 with Street Level Advisors, LLC for housing consulting services and extend to 6/30/2024
11.Warhuus, HHCS – Contract $110,000 with Pacific Site Management Landscaping for 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2026
12.Warhuus, HHCS – Contract $380,000 with resource Development Associates for consultation services to support HHCS program assessment and planning
13.Warhuus, HHCS – Contract $100,000 with Hansine Fisher & Associates for Targeted Case Management and Medi-Cal Administrative Activities for 7/1/2023-6/30/2024
14.Warhuus, HHCS – Revenue Grant Agreement: funding support from Essential Access Health to conduct Public Health Services $180,000 for 4/1/2023 – 3/30/2024
15.Warhuus, HHCS – Revenue Grant Agreements: funding support from the state of CA to conduct Public Health Services CHDP and EPSDT and HCPCFC $303,709, MCAH $375,000, Tobacco Trust Fund $300,000 all for FY 2024; Immunization Program $1,368,080 for FY 2023-2027, CRI $1,368,080 for FY 2023-2027, CLPPP $107,374 per year for FY 2024-2026 total $322,123, CFHL $487,170 for FY 2024-2027
16.Warhuus, HHCS – Revenue Grant Agreements: funding support from Alameda County for health promotion, protection and prevention services all for FY 2024, Foster Care $96,500, Berkeley High and Berkeley technology Academy Health Center Programs $181,208, School Linked Health Services Program $200,011, Tobacco Prevention $78,960
17.Warhuus, HHCS – Accept $650,928 from CA Dept of Public Health Strengthening Public Health Initiative for 12/1/2022 – 11/30/2027
18.Kouyoumdjian, Human Resources – Establish Classification and Salary for Electrical Supervisor and Communications Supervisor monthly salary range $9,666.8000 - $10,882.1055
19.Ferris, Parks – Donation $3,400 for Memorial Bench at Mortar Rock Park in memory of Charles D. Sooy
20.Ferris, Parks – Amend contract #32100138 add $1,000,000 with AnchorCM and amend #32100144 add $1,000,000 with Park Engineering, Inc. for on-call Waterfront Project and Construction Management Services total for both contracts $4,000,000 and extend 6/30/2024-6/30/2025
21.Ferris, Parks – Contract $360,000 with Elavon for credit card payment processing transaction services for the Recreation Division’s online registration system for 6/1/2023 to 5/31/2027
22.Ferris, Parks – Amend contract #32200098 add $138,000 total $1,338,000 with ERA Construction, Inc. for the O&K Docks electrical upgrade project
23.Garland, Public Works – Agreement with EBMUD for Sewer Service Billing and Collection $6,100,000 for 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2033
24.Wong, Auditor – Amend contract add $100,000 total $124,000 with Missionmark for Audit Management and Recommendation Tracking Software and extend to 5/30/2027
25.May, Fire Dept – Approval of Additional Disaster and Fire Safety Commission Meeting
AGENDA on ACTION:
26.Friedrichsen, Budget Manager – FY 2024 Proposed Budget Updates and FY 2024 Proposed Budget Update Public Hearing #1
27.Warhuus, HHCS – Submission of the ProgramYear (FY 2024) Annual Action Plan Containing Allocations of Federal Funds
28.Kouyoumdjian, Human Resources – Resolution of Intention to Amend the Miscellaneous CalPERS Contract to Effectuate PEPRA Cost Sharing Agreements
INFORMATION REPORTS:
29.Oyekanmi, Finance - FY 2023 2nd Quarter Investment Report ended 12/31/2022
30.Warhuus, HHCS – Annual Report on the Ronald V. Dellums Fair Chance Access to Housing Ordinance
31.Klein, Planning and Development - LPO NOD 1919 Addison
32.Klein, Planning and Development – LPO NOD 0 Center Street – Civic Center Park
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LAND USE CALENDAR:
Public Hearings
469 Kentucky (single family dwelling) 5/23/2023

WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report
June 20 - Climate Action Plan and Resilience Update, Berkeley Economic Dashboards Update,
July 18 – Draft Waterfront Specific Plan (tentative)

Unscheduled Presentations:
City Council Agenda & Rules Committee and Unfinished Business for Scheduling
City Policies for Managing Parking Around BART Stations
Unfunded Liability Obligations and Unfunded Infrastructure Needs

April 23 - April 30, 2023
Worth Noting:
The April 25 City Council Regular Meeting Agenda is available for public comment and follows below this calendar of meetings.
The bolded phrases are to encourage your attendance, public comment and reporting back. Picking a commission or a council committee that covers your issues and then attending those meetings regularly is the best way to influence and have a say in the outcomes for our community.

Sunday: Fifth & Gilman Street Fair from 11 am – 4 pm
Monday:
- 9:30 am Public Safety Committee meets in hybrid format on Public Surveillance Fixed Cameras and Drones use for the BPD
- 2:30 pm the Agenda Committee meets in the hybrid format and plans the May 9 City Council Agenda with Police Chief confirmation of Jennifer Louis as item 4 on consent in the agenda
- 5 pm the 3 x 3 Committee meets online on housing
- 5:30 – 7:30 online meeting on Cedar Rose Park playground renovation
- 6-7 pm Speaking Up for Point Molate is online on Pogo Park Community Engagement
Tuesday:
- 10 am the Solano Business District meets in person
- 12 pm CCCC meets online
- 3 pm the Civic Arts Commission subcommittee on Public Art meets online
- 5 pm City Council conducts a special meeting on referrals in the hybrid format followed by the regular City Council meeting at 6 pm.
- 6 pm the Zero Waste Commission meets in-person
Wednesday:
- 6 pm Civic Arts Commission meets in person on public art discussion and approvals
- 6 pm Environment and Climate Commission meets in person with a staff update on the court decision on the natural gas ban
- 6:30 pm the Police Accountability Board meets in the hybrid format
- 7 pm the Disaster and Fire Safety Commission meets in person
- 7 pm the Homeless Services Panel of Experts meets on Measure P and Russell House
Thursday:
- 10 am the Budget Committee meets in the hybrid format on 2024 Mid-biennial Budget
- 7 pm the Zoning Adjustment Board meets in the hybrid format with eight projects on the agenda with five as state density bonus projects
- the Community Health Commission is expected to meet but no meeting notice is posted
Saturday is Arbor Day: 9 am – 2 pm is tree planting at San Pablo Park

Directions with links to ZOOM support for activating Closed Captioning and Save Transcript are at the bottom of this calendar.
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/

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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS

Sunday, April 23, 2023

GILMAN DISTRICT STREET FAIR from 11 am – 4 pm
Street Fair at Fifth and Gilman with live music, food, wine, art and family activities
https://www.gilmandistrict.org/gilmandistrictstreetfair

Monday, April 24, 2023

PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE (Kesarwani, Taplin, Wengraf) at 9:30 am
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: 2180 Milvia, 1st Floor Cypress Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1615224966
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 161 522 4966
AGENDA: 2. Berkeley Police Dept Surveillance Ordinance Policies Related to Fixed Surveillance Cameras, Related Surveillance Acquisition Report and Unmanned Aerial System (drones) Policy
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-public-safety

AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE (Arreguin, Hahn, Wengraf) Meeting at 2:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1605317726
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 160 531 7726
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 3/21/2023 draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda below at the end of the list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Workssessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review: 8. COVID, Unscheduled Items: 9. Discussion of Potential Changes and Enhancements to City Council Legislative Process,10. Modifications or Improvements to City Council Meeting Procedures, 11. Strengthening and Supporting City Commission: Guidance on Development of Legislative Proposals, 12. Discussion Regarding Design and Strengthening of Policy Committees Process and Structure (Including Budget Referrals),
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules

3 x 3 (City Council and Berkeley Housing Authority) at 5 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1602863797?pwd=Ym9QdmpEM3ZSZlJRc3hSWDY2VWh2QT09
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 Meeting ID: 160 286 3797
AGENDA: 4. Discussion Berkeley Housing Authority (BHA) Programs updates on: a. BHA activities for unhoused residents, b. Outreach and incentives for landlord recruitment and retention, c. Status change HUD for more flexibilty in housing options, 5. Affordable Housing Berkeley, Inc (AHB) updates: a. Status, b. Strategic Planning, c. discussion of alignment with the City’s housing goals and strategies.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/3x3-committee

CEDAR ROSE PLAYGROUND RENOVATION COMMUNITY MEETING from 5:30 – 7:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87844993012
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 878 4499 3012 Passcode: 233277
AGENDA: Conceptual designs for renovation of ages 2-5 playground, ages 5-12 playground, pathways, site furnishings fencing and accessibility improvements
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/cedar-rose-park-playground-renovation-community-meeting

SPEAKING UP for POINT MOLATE from 6 – 7 pm
Videoconference: https://sierraclub.zoom.us/j/99891619534
AGENDA: Toody Maher presents, “Pogo Park’s Community Engagement Process”
Sponsored by the Sierra Club and Speaking Up for Point Molate

Tuesday, April 25, 2023

COUMMUNITY for a CULTURAL CIVIC CENTER (CCCC) at 12 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81225523461?pwd=aUd1dmNGb3NBWG5jOTJDajF4RkxZZz09
AGENDA: Flexibility of seismic standards, city meeting room requirements, funding options, date of final report for review, what happens after June approval, water intrusion repairs
https://berkeleycccc.org/

CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 5 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1606229605
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 160 622 9605
AGENDA: 1. 2023 City Council Referral Prioritization Proceess Using Re-Weighted Range Voting (RRV)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas

CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1606229605
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 160 622 9605
AGENDA: Use the link below and choose the HTML option or see the agenda listed at the end of the calendar.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas

SOLANO AVENUE BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT at 10 am
In-Person: at 1825 Solano, Peet’s Coffee
AGENDA: 5. Review of SAA invoices, 6. Update on Solano Revitalization Process, 7. Update on the Zoning amendments to support small business, 8. Work plan for remainder of 2023, review hliday décor 2023-2024, 9. Commissioner recruitment
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/solano-avenue-business-improvement-district-advisory-board

CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION Public Art Subcommittee at 3 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1607254890
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 Meeting ID: 160 725 4890
AGENDA: 4. Discussion possible action a) Jean LaMarr Design Development for Ohlone Park, b) 2403 San Pablo Preliminary art Plan, c) socially engaged art practice project selected artists, d) Public art administrative priorities for FY 2024-2026
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission

ZERO WASTE COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1326 Allston, City of Berkeley Corporation Yard, Ratcliff Building, Willow Room
AGENDA: 6:30 pm – Staff updates on rates, strategic plan, SB-1383, SUDs Ordinance Enforcement, Plastic Bag Ordinance, Disaster Debris Management Plan, Discussion/Action 6:45 – CCC Presentation on textile Collection & Materials Markets, 6:55 pm – 2. Rate discussion, 7:10 pm – 2. Complete Commission work Plan, 7:20 pm -3. Deconstruction Ordinance, 7:30 pm – 4. San Francisco Environment Refuse Separation Law.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zero-waste-commission

Wednesday, April 26, 2023

CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Russell, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library
AGENDA: 7. Presentations, Discussion and Action: a) Approve Two Cube Space Exhibition, b) Art Plan for 2403 San Pablo, c) Jean LaMarr Design Development for Ohlone Park, d) Socially engaged art practice project selected artists, e) Presentation Public art administrative priorities for FY 2024-2026, f) Presentation Public art on private development quarterly report, 8. Staff reports, 9. Committee reports
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission

DISASTER and FIRE SAFETY COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 997 Cedar, Fire Dept Training Facility
AGENDA: Action Items: 3. Recommend City Council adopt the final draft of the Community Wildfire Protection Plan (CWPP) (Bedolla, Raine), 4. Recommendation to form a working group to seek items presented with the goal of presenting a proposal in the future that outlines a program to retrofit all vulnerable non-ductile buildings (Dean, Murphy), 5. Request City Council to require HUD to upgrade their electrical grid to include battery back-up during the time that the facility is going through renovation (DEAN), Discussion: 6. Updates on citywide disaster preparedness efforts beyond fire presentation.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/disaster-and-fire-safety-commission

ENVIRONMENT and CLIMATE COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 5. Update from Chair, 6. Update from Staff a. Court decision on City gas prohibition, c. Just transition, d. BESO, e. Funding update UC $25,000 to both the Ecology Center and waterside Workshops, Risilient Community Impact Funds $50,000 awarded to Norther CA Land Trust to install Harvest Thermal heat pump systems in 8-unit NCLT building, f. Building electrification May 20 10 am – 12 pm green home tour, 7. Presentation Community building electrification outreach
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/environment-and-climate-commission

HOMELESS SERVICES PANEL of EXPERTS (HSPE) at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 7. Reconsideration of vote to allocate monies to Russell House as to the amount needed for acquisition and renovation, 8. Review programs, current and proposed funded under Measure P and establish priorities.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/homeless-services-panel-experts

POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD at 6:30 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82653396072
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 826 53596072
AGENDA: 3. Public comment on agenda and non-agenda items, 5. ODPA staff report introduction to Deputy City Attorney Stephen Hylas, 6. Chair report, 7. Police Chief report, 8. Subcommittee reports a. Downtown Task Force, b. Body-Worn Camera c. Conflict of Interest, 9. New business a. Land acknowledgement, b. Cancel July 25 regular meeting, c. Letter requesting documents and other information regarding determination of a conflict of interest, d. Clarification and discussion on the communication of Attorney-Client Privileged Documents and Information, e. Notice of Policy Complaint #2023-PR-0002, f. Discussion concerning memo from DPA Aguilar to Council titled “Delays in ODPA Work Production due to BPD Non-Adherence to Charter Deadlines, g. Establish a subcommittee dedicated to reviewing Charter Section 125, H. Budget allocation for Investigator, Communications Specialist, 10. Training on Graham v. Connor on excessive force, 11. Public Comment, 12. Closed Session.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board

Thursday, April 27, 2023

BUDGET AND FINANCE COMMITTEE at 10 am
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1613406627
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 161 340 6627
AGENDA: 1. Fire Department Vacancy and Overtime, 2. Health, Housing and Community Services (HHCS) Staffing Proposal, 3. Measure P FY 2024 Mid-biennial Update, 4. FY 2024 Mid-biennial Budget Update, 5. Accept the Risk Analysis for Long-Term Debt (Bonding Capacity) Report Provided by Government Finance Officers Association
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-budget-finance

ZONING ADJUSTMENT BOARD at 7 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82805274623
Teleconference: 1-669-254900-6833 or 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 828 0527 4623
AGENDA: 2. 2555 College – on consent – state density project - demolish two single-story commercial structures with combined size of 834 sq ft and construct 4-story (47 feet, 3 inches), 10,324 sq ft multi-family residential buildings with 11 units (including 1 very low income unit)
3. 2538 Durant – on consent – state density project – demolish a 4-story (52 feet) 14,780 sq ft residential building that includes 12 dwelling units, 5 residential off street parking spaces and a surface parking lot with 30 vehicle spaces and construct an 8-story (88 ft and 8 inches) 80,829 sq ft mixed use building with 83 units (including 6 very low income units) and 1460 sq ft of ground floor commercial space,
4. 2800 Telegraph – on consent – state density bonus – demolish 1-story 18 feet, 3290 sq ft non-residential building and construct a 6-story (70 ft and 5 inches) 19,936 sq ft residential building with 16 dwelling units (including 1 very low income unit)
5. 2000 Milvia – on consent – add service of alcoholic beverages under a Type 47 ABC license incidental to new full-service restaurant
6. 705 Euclid – on consent – construct new 3-story (41 ft and 11 inches) 4528 sq ft single family dwelling with 2 parking spaces and associated retaining wall located in the required front setback on a 6,024 vacant lot in the hillside overlay fire zone 2
7. 3031 Telegraph – on consent – state density bonus - modify originally approved project under #ZP2020-0069 to construct 6-story (70 ft and 6 inches) 100,992 sq ft mixed use building with 127 dwelling units (including 9 very low income units) where 110 units were originally proposed. Also includes 1921 commercial space, 7622 sq ft of usable open space, 64 bicycle parking spaces and 19 vehicle spaces at ground level
8. 2439 Durant – on consent – demolish 10,554 sq ft 2-story (25 ft) commercial building and construct a 36,529 sq ft 7-story (75 feet) mixed-use building with 22 units, a restaurant, bar, and an entertainment establishment,
9. 2720 Hillegass – on action – demolish existing clubhouse and restroom and construct a 3,301 sq ft single-story (18 feet) community center with a variance for a rear setback of 16 feet where 20 feet is required and add a new single-story restroom building (12 feet)
10. 2900-20 Shattuck – on action – state density bonus – demolish commercial building and construct a 10-story (110 feet and 4 inches) 115,204 sq ft mixed-use building with 221 dwelling units (including 22 very low income units), 4090 sq ft commercial space and 9 parking spaces
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zoning-adjustments-board

COMMUNITY HEALTH COMMISSION usually meets 4th Thursday at 6:30 pm, No meeting posted. Check after Monday
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/community-health-commission

Friday, April 28, 2023 – No city meetings listed.

Saturday, April 29, 2023

ARBOR DAY TREE PLANTING from 9 am – 2 pm
at San Pablo Park, 2800 Park
Volunteers please wear outdoor appropriate clothing including closed toe shoes. The city will provide tools, guidance and lunch
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/arbor-day-tree-planting-2023

Sunday, April 30, 2023 – No city meetings listed.

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AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Draft Agenda for May 9 City Council Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1605317726
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 160 531 7726
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules

AGENDA on CONSENT
1.Brown, City Attorney – Waiver of Sanctuary City Ordinance to Amend Westlaw Subscription
2.Friedrichsen, Budget Manager – First reading of an Ordinance amending FY 2023 Annual Appropriations Ordinance (AAO) $27,740,780 (gross) and $29,4588,924 (net)
3.Williams-Ridley, City Manager – Appointment of David Sprague-Livingston as Fire Chief
4.Williams-Ridley, City Manager – Appointment of Jennifer Louis as Police Chief
5.Oyekanmi, Finance - $7,305,000 Formal bid solicitations
6.Warhuus, HHCS – Apply for and accept $5,000,000 from State of CA Local Housing Trust Fund program and apply to St. Paul Terrace (2024 Ashby) vis City’s Housing Trust Fund
7.Warhuus, HHCS – Amend contract #31900263 add General Funds $98,275, Safe at Home Program $24,575, Community Facility Improvement $122,850 amended total $614,250 with Rebuilding Together East Bay-North and extend to 6/30/2024
8.Warhuus, HHCS – Contract $75,000 with Optimas Services, Inc for consulting services related to Mental Health Medi-Cal Billing and the CalAIM Initiative
9.Warhuus, HHCS – Amend contract #32300108 add $50,000 total $99,500 with Street Level Advisors, LLC for housing consulting services and extend to 6/30/2024
10.Warhuus, HHCS – Contract $110,000 with Pacific Site Management Landscaping for 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2026
11.Warhuus, HHCS – Contract $380,000 with resource Development Associates for consultation services to support HHCS program assessment and planning
12.Warhuus, HHCS – Contract $100,000 with Hansine Fisher & Associates for Targeted Case Management and Medi-Cal Administrative Activities for 7/1/2023-6/30/2024
13.Warhuus, HHCS – Revenue Grant Agreement: funding support from Essential Access Health to conduct Public Health Services $180,000 for 4/1/2023 – 3/30/2024
14.Warhuus, HHCS – Revenue Grant Agreements: funding support from the state of CA to conduct Public Health Services CHDP and EPSDT and HCPCFC $303,709, MCAH $375,000, Tobacco Trust Fund $300,000 all for FY 2024; Immunization Program $1,368,080 for FY 2023-2027, CRI $1,368,080 for FY 2023-2027, CLPPP $107,374 per year for FY 2024-2026 total $322,123, CFHL $487,170 for FY 2024-2027
15.Warhuus, HHCS – Revenue Grant Agreements: funding support from Alameda County for health promotion, protection and prevention services all for FY 2024, Foster Care $96,500, Berkeley High and Berkeley technology Academy Health Center Programs $181,208, School Linked Health Services Program $200,011, Tobacco Prevention $78,960
16.Warhuus, HHCS – Accept $650,928 from CA Dept of Public Health Strengthening Public Health Initiative for 12/1/2022 – 11/30/2027
17.Kouyoumdjian, Human Resources – Establish Classification and Salary for Electrical Supervisor and Communications Supervisor monthly salary range $9,666.8000 - $10,882.1055
18.Ferris, Parks – Donation $3,400 for Memorial Bench at Mortar Rock Park in memory of Charles D. Sooy
19.Ferris, Parks – Amend contract #32100138 add $1,000,000 with AnchorCM and amend #32100144 add $1,000,000 with Park Engineering, Inc. for on-call Waterfront Project and Construction Management Services total for both contracts $4,000,000 and extend 6/30/2024-6/30/2025
20.Ferris, Parks – Contract $360,000 with Elavon for credit card payment processing transaction services for the Recreation Division’s online registration system for 6/1/2023 to 5/31/2027
21.Ferris, Parks – Amend contract #32200098 add $138,000 total $1,338,000 with ERA Construction, Inc. for the O&K Docks electrical upgrade project
22.Garland, Public Works – Agreement with EBMUD for Sewer Service Billing and Collection $6,100,000 for 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2033
23.Wong, Auditor – Amend contract add $100,000 total $124,000 with Missionmark for Audit Management and Recommendation Tracking Software and extend to 5/30/2027
24.May, Fire Dept – Approval of Additional Disaster and Fire Safety Commission Meeting
AGENDA on ACTION:
25.Friedrichsen, Budget Manager – FY 2024 Proposed Budget Updates and FY 2024 Proposed Budget Update Public Hearing #1
26.Warhuus, HHCS – Submission of the ProgramYear (FY 2024) Annual Action Plan Containing Allocations of Federal Funds
27.Kouyoumdjian, Human Resources – Resolution of Intention to Amend the Miscellaneous CalPERS Contract to Effectuate PEPRA Cost Sharing Agreements
INFORMATION REPORTS:
28.Oyekanmi, Finance - FY 2023 2nd Quarter Investment Report ended 12/31/2022
29.Warhuus, HHCS – Annual Report on the Ronald V. Dellums Fair Chance Access to Housing Ordinance
30.Klein, Planning and Development - LPO NOD 1919 Addison
31.Klein, Planning and Development – LPO NOD 0 Center Street – Civic Center Park

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April 25, 2023 AGENDA for CITY COUNCIL Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1606229605
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 160 622 9605
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas

AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.2nd reading – Lease Amendment: Cazadero Performing Arts Camp (CPAC) for City to disburse up to $400,000 to implement capital improvements
2.2nd reading – Adopt Ordinance to establish a Labor Peace Policy Minimizing Labor/Management Conflict in Berkeley Marina Zone
3.Oyekanmi, Finance - $2,035,590 Formal Bid Solicitations and Requests for Proposals for Healthy Berkeley Community-Based Organizations 2-year funding FY24 and FY25
4.Sprague, Fire Dept – Grant Application: FEMA to hire additional firefighters for up to $5,093,798 with no matching funds to hire 6 additional firefighters
5.Warhuus, HHCS – Extension of the Alameda County Abandoned Vehicle Abatement Program through 5/31/2033
6.Warhuus, HHCS – Revenue Contract Grant Funds projected award $1,050,000 for Vector Program FY 2022 - FY 2024
7.Ferris, Parks – Contract total $1,200,000 with Freitas Landscaping ($600,000) and Pacific Site Management ($600,000) for on-call vegetation management services over 3 years
8.Ferris, Parks – Contracts total $200,000 with Redwood Engineering ($100,000) and OBS Engineering ($100,000) for as-needed irrigation services 5/15/2023 to 5/15/2026
9.Ferris, Parks – Amend Contract #32200178 add $120,000 total $169,900 with Mountain Valley Environmental Services for Chief Water Plant Operator Services for Berkeley Tuolumme Camp
10.Ferris, Parks – Grant Application: Clean California Local Grant – Tom Bates Fields Beautification Project up to $5,000,000
11.Louis, Police – Amend Contract #31900297 add $100,000 total $410,000 with Epic Recruiting for Advertising and Marketing Strategy for Berkeley Police Dept
12.Garland, Public Works – Contract $262,666 with GradeTech, Inc for Restroom in the right of way Channing at Telegraph
13.Garland, Public Works – Amend Contract # 112199-1 add $164,000 total $414,000 with Technology, Engineering and Construction, Inc., dba TEC Accutite, for Fuel Sotrage Tank Maintenance, Repairs, and Certification Services and extend through 6/30/2024
14.Garland, Public Works – Amend Contract #112725-1 add $250,000 total $650,000 with Du-All Safety, LLC for Safety and Training Services
15.Garland, Public Works – Initiate proceedings for FY 2024 Street Lighting Assessments
16.Garland, Public Works – Purchase Order Amendment add $750,000 total $11,494,000 with Diesel Direct West, Inc. to purchase fuel for City vehicles and equipment
17.Garland, Public Works – Reject Bids for the MRP Trash Capture FY 2023 Project, Specification #23-1156-C
18.Arreguin – Support AB 441 earned income tax credit for young children and foster children
19.Taplin – Budget Referral: $1,500,000 for Berkeley Marina J & K Parking lot design and implementation
20.Taplin, co-sponsor Wengraf – Budget Referral: $800,000 for Berkeley Marina Bike Park
21.Taplin – Budget Referral: $300,000 Dreamland for Kids Playground Design
22.Taplin – Budget Referral: $200,000 Shorebird Park Playground Design
23.Bartlett – Relinquishment of Council Budget funds for Celebracion Cultural Sylvia Mendez Spring Cultural Celebration Sylvia Mendez School PTA
24.Harrison – Budget Referral for $100,000 in Traffic Safety Upgrades for the MLK and Haste Intersection
25.Harrison – Budget Referral $372,000 for staffing costs associated with administering the Empty Homes Tax
26.Robinson – Support AB 73 (Idaho Stop) which allows bicyclists 18 yr and older to treat all-way stop signs as yield signs
AGENDA on ACTION:
27.Garland, Public Works – Proposition 218 Procedures and Five Year Zero Waste Rate Schedule and add Zero Waste customers to the City’s very low income refund program
28.Arreguin, co-sponsor Hahn – Contract $35,000 for four months with CONCUR for a strategic plan to engage with Sutter Health to alleviate impacts of closure of Alta Bates Hospital

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LAND USE CALENDAR:
Public Hearings
469 Kentucky (single family dwelling) 5/23/2023

WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report
June 20 - Climate Action Plan and Resilience Update, Berkeley Economic Dashboards Update,
July 18 – Draft Waterfront Specific Plan (tentative)

Unscheduled Presentations:
City Council Agenda & Rules Committee and Unfinished Business for Scheduling
City Policies for Managing Parking Around BART Stations
Unfunded Liability Obligations and Unfunded Infrastructure Needs

April 16 - April 23, 2023
Worth Noting:
The April 25 City Council Regular Meeting Agenda is available for public comment and follows below this calendar of meetings.
The bolded phases are to encourage your attendance and comment. Picking a commission and/or council committee that covers your issues and then attending those meetings regularly is the best way to influence / have a say in the outcome.

Sunday: Holocaust Remembrance Day at 2 pm. The program event is online.
Monday:
- 2 pm WETA Business Plan Workshop #2 in hybrid format online and in-person.
- 3 pm City Council closed session.
- 6-7 pm Speaking Up for Point Molate is online on the development of the Bay Trail.
Tuesday: 7 pm the Homeless Services Panel of Experts meets in-person on Measure P priorities for funding.
Wednesday:
- 9 am The City/UC/Student committee meets in the hybrid format on funding priorities for the long-range development plan settlement funding.
- 1:30 pm The Commission on Aging meets in person.
- 3 – 4:30 pm The Mental Health Services Act meeting is online (this will be repeated).
- 5:30 pm (new time ) The Planning Commission meets on proposed zoning changes to for the Southside (increasing housing for students)
- 5:30 – 7:30 pm James Kenney Community is meeting online on the Skate Spot
- 6:30 pm BOLT meets in person.
- 6:30 pm Human Welfare and Community Action meets in-person. Accessibility issues on the agenda.
Thursday:
- 10 am Budget & Finance meets in hybrid format on T1 Phase 2 (not enough funds for approved projects).
- 1 pm FITES meets in the hybrid format on increasing financing for streets.
- 6:30 pm The Rent Board meets in the hybrid format.
- 6:30 – 8:30 pm BART meeting on the Ashby BART housing project and station planning is in-person only. Register by April 17, space limited to 100. (links below)
- 7 pm The Design Review Committee meets in-person on 3 density bonus projects and the bid safe ordinance.
- 7 pm The Mental Health Commission meets in person and receives an update on SCU (Special Care Unit for response to mental health crisis)
- 7 pm The Transportation and Infrastructure Commission meets in-person and receives a presentation on the safety plan for railroad crossings from ACTC.
Saturday: Earth Day 2 – 5 pm is an in-person free event on electrification at the Brower Center

Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
Directions with links to ZOOM support for activating Closed Captioning and Save Transcript are at the bottom of this calendar.

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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS

Sunday, April 16, 2023

HOLOCAUST REMEMBRANCE DAY at 2 pm
Reserve complimentary tickets at https://BerkeleyHRD.eventbrite.com
Program is online

Monday, April 17, 2023

CITY COUNCIL Closed Session at 3 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 1st Floor, Cypress Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1606367861
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 160 636 7861
AGENDA: 1. a. Conference with Legal Counsel – existing litigation discussion whether to register as an eligible Non-Litigating Subdivision in nationwide settlements that are proposed to resolve all opioids litigation, b. Ruegg & Ellsworth v. City of Berkeley Case No. RG18930003, 2. Conference with real property negotiators 3100 Adeline (Ashby BART) Negotiating parties: City of Berkeley; BART District Under Negotiation: Price and terms, 3. Conference with labor negotiators, Employee Organizations: Berkeley Fire Fighters Association Local 1227 I.A.F.F. (Fire Officers), Berkeley Fire Fighters Association, Local 1227 I.A.F.F. (Firefighters); Berkeley Police Association
https://www.berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas

WATER EMERGENCY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY (WETA) at 2 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: Port of San Francisco, Pier 1, San Francisco
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89718217408
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 897 1821 7408 Password: 33779
AGENDA: Business Plan Workshop #2, discuss WETA’s business business plan, including planning, policies, funding and strategies to carry out 2050 WETA Service Vision.
https://weta.sanfranciscobayferry.com/next-board-meeting

SPEAKING UP for POINT MOLATE from 6 – 7 pm
Videoconference: https://sierraclub.zoom.us/j/99891619534
AGENDA: Suzanne Wilson, East Bay Regional Park District Senior Planner presents, “The Development of the Bay Trail Along the San Pablo Peninsula: Bike and Pedestrian Access to Point Molate”
Sponsored by the Sierra Club and Speaking Up for Point Molate

Tuesday, April 18, 2023

HOMELESS SERVICES PANEL of EXPERTS at 7 pm
In-Person: 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 7. Review programs, current and proposed, funded under Measure P and establish priorities for funding.
https://www.berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/homeless-services-panel-experts

Wednesday, April 19, 2023

CITY/UC/STUDENT RELATIONS COMMITTEE at 9 am
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84383346144
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 843 8334 6144
AGENDA: 4. Introduction to new UC student leadership, 5. Discussion and possible action on Funding Priorities for the UC-City of Berkeley Long Range Development Plan settlement funding, Presentation and discussion about Capital Projects in the Master Plan
https://www.berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/cityucstudent-relations-committee

COMMISSION on AGING at 1:30 pm
In-Person: 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. Commissioner Reports, 7. Outreach methods by Aging Services – Tanya Bustamante, Aging Services Division Manager, 8. Update on Hopkins Corridor Project
https://www.berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-aging

MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES ACT (MHSA) from 3 – 4:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/8446733966?pwd=OGp3Tm5LQTc5TGdhb2tYW11KcDVhdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 844 673 3966 Password: 081337
AGENDA: Community meeting to elicit community input on the proposed MHSA FY2023/2024 – 2025/2026 Three Year Plan and on new ideas and strategies to address mental health needs in Berkeley
https://www.berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/mhsa-three-year-plan-community-input-meetings

BOARD of LIBRARY TRUSTEES (BOLT) at 6:30 pm
In-Person: 1125 University, West Branch Library
AGENDA on CONSENT: B. Amend Contact #31900159 add $750,000 total $2,000,000 and extend term to 6/30/2024 with Pride Industries One, C. Contract $195,000 with Dell Computer Using NASPO for server hardware, data storage equipment, server virtualization software and related services, D. Amend Contract #32300079 add $34,000 total $109,000 with Protiviti for Professional services in support of Library IT, ACTION: A. RFP for Library Technology Roadmap, B. Report on recruitment to fill BOLT vacancy
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees

HUMAN WELFARE and COMMUNITY ACTION COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
In-Person: 2800 Park Street, Frances Albrier Community Center
AGENDA: 5. Review City of Berkeley Single Audit for FY2022, 6. Review of City of Berkeley funded Program and Financial reports, Through the Looking Glass, Discussion and Possible Action: 7. Road plans, integral universal design planning and oversight and gaps and redundancies in existing service, accessibility on City’s website, 8. Update on mechanism for City employees and service providers to communicate, 9. Draft Council item Requirements for Contracted Non-profit Service Providers and Transparency of Grant Reports, 10. Eligibility for Service as Representative of the Poor, 11. Accessibility and Availability of Materials on City Website, 12. Letter of support for Center for Independent Living action on Pathways STAIR Center, 13. Accessibility Quality Assessment program to handle non-conforming public facilities and complaints from seniors and disabled people over substandard services or services not provided
https://www.berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/human-welfare-and-community-action-commission

PLANNING COMMISSION at 5:30 pm
In-Person: 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 5. Staff report, 6. Chair’s report, 7. Committee reports, 10. Discussion Southside Zoning Modification Project and provide feedback to staff.
https://www.berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/planning-commission

JAMES KENNEY PARK SKATE SPOT COMMUNITY MEETING from 5:30 – 7:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88473782025
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 884 7378 2025 Passcode: 536639
AGENDA: Review of the community survey results and proposed conceptual designs for the James Kenney Park Skate Spot. Anticipated improvements related to the skate area include grading, drainage, fencing, beautification and accessibility improvements
https://www.berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/james-kenney-park-skate-spot-community-meeting

Thursday, April 20, 2023

BUDGET & FINANCE COMMITTEE at 10 am
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1605536147
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 160 553 6147
AGENDA: 2. Ferris & Friedrichson – Measure T1 Phase 2 Projects, 3. Friedrichson – Second Amendment to the FY 2023 Annual Appropriations Ordinance (AAO), 4. Energy Commission – Recommendation on Climate, Building Electrification and Sustainable Transportation Budget Priorities, several staff positions, pilot projects, EVs and charging infrastructure for FY 2023 and FY2024
https://www.berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-budget-finance

FACILITIES, INFRASTRUCTURE, ENVIRONMENT & SUSTAINABILITY (FITES) at 1 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1613396861
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 161 339 6861
AGENDA: 1. Kesarwani, co-sponsors Taplin, Wengraf – Budget Referral Street Maintenance Funding add $4,700,000 total $20,000,000 for FY2024-2025, 2. Audit Status Report: Underfunded Mandate: Resources, Strategic Plan, and Communication Needed to Continue Progress towards the Year 2020 Zero Waste Goal, 3. Audit Status Report: Unified Vision of Zero Waste Activities Will Help Align Service Levels with Billing and Ensure Customer Equity
https://www.berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-facilities-infrastructure-transportation-environment-sustainability

DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE at 7 pm
In-Person: 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 2920 Shattuck @ Russell – Preliminary Design Review Majority Recommendations – Demolish two existing non-residential structures and construct a density bonus project 10-story mixed-use building with 221 dwelling units (including 22 very low income units), 4090 sq ft of commercial space, nine parking spaces
1598 University @ California – Preliminary Design Review Committee Decision – Density bonus project - demolish existing non-residential structure and construct a density bonus project 132,409 sq ft 8-story mixed-use residential building with 207 dwelling units (including 21 very low income unit) and 5787 sq ft commercial space with 39 parking spaces and 92 parking spaces
2147 San Pablo @ Cowper – Preliminary Design Review for Committee Decision – Density bonus project - demolish 1-story automotive commercial building and construct a 6-story mixed-use building with 128 Group Living Accommodation (GLA) units including 12 very low income units and 23 ground-floor parking spaces, 1873 sq ft of retail space
V. Discussion Item – Bird Safe Ordinance
https://www.berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/design-review-committee

MENTAL HEALTH COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 3. Bridge to SCU and SCU update, 4. MHC Manager Report, Caseload Statistics, 5. Letter to council about MHC vacancies, 6. Annual Report Update, 7. Governor’s proposed changes to funding of mental health programs, 8. Updat on the Care First, Jails Last resolution, summary of meeting BPD, 9. Subcommittee Reports, a. Diversion, b. Youth, c. Membership, d. Evaluation
https://www.berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/mental-health-commission

TRANSPORTATION and INFRASTRUCTURE COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: Preliminary: 6. Update on administration and staff, Discussion/Action Items: 1. ACTC Railroad Safety Enhancement Program (RESP) Informational presentation to improve safety at 28 highway-railroad at-grade crossings and two trespassing locations along the Union Pacific Railroad (UPRR) including 5 in Berkeley (no action)
https://www.berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/transportation-and-infrastructure-commission

RENT BOARD at 6:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison, BUSD Board Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86985625124?pwd=UXJZMjRwM3FXQkJOSWMrTzhJYjhnQT09
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 869 8562 5124 Passcode: 917780
AGENDA: 2. Meeting starts with Closed Session. 9. Action: b. Special presentation on housing legislation by Brian Augusta, Rent Board Legislative Advocate.
https://rentboard.berkeleyca.gov/elected-rent-board/rent-board-meetings

ASHBY BART STATION PLANNING from 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
In-Person: 3075 Adeline, Ed Roberts Campus, Osher Foundation Education Center Room
Room only holds 100, pre-register by Monday, April 17 to be assured admittance
If you can’t attend in-person register to receive link to online office hours on April 25 from 5 - 6:30 pm
Register: https://www.bart.gov/about/business/tod/ashby look for “Fill out this form”
AGENDA: A summary of BART’s operational requirements at the West Lot and their impact on future development and connection to Adeline, A menu of potential connections of a TOD (Transit Oriented Development) to Adeline, Q&A follows presentation.
https://www.bart.gov/about/business/tod/ashby

Friday, April 21, 2023 – No city meetings listed

Saturday, April 22, 2023 – Earth Day

HOME ELECTRIFICATION FAIR from 2 – 5 pm
In-Person: 2150 Allston Way, The Brower Center
Register at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/electrification-fair-tickets-565700323897
Admission is free
https://cclalameda.org/electrification-fair/

Sunday, April 23, 2023 – No city meetings listed

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Us06web.zoom.us/j/840908881838 8409088 1838 1-669-444-9171 1231 Addison

April 25, 2023 Agenda for CITY COUNCIL Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1606229605
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 160 622 9605
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas

AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.2nd reading – Lease Amendment: Cazadero Performing Arts Camp (CPAC) for City to disburse up to $400,000 to implement capital improvements
2.2nd reading – Adopt Ordinance to establish a Labor Peace Policy Minimizing Labor/Management Conflict in Berkeley Marina Zone
3.Oyekanmi, Finance - $2,035,590 Formal Bid Solicitations and Requests for Proposals for Healthy Berkeley Community-Based Organizations 2-year funding FY24 and FY25
4.Sprague, Fire Dept – Grant Application: FEMA to hire additional firefighters for up to $5,093,798 with no matching funds to hire 6 additional firefighters
5.Warhuus, HHCS – Extension of the Alameda County Abandoned Vehicle Abatement Program through 5/31/2033
6.Warhuus, HHCS – Revenue Contract Grant Funds projected award $1,050,000 for Vector Program FY 2022 - FY 2024
7.Ferris, Parks – Contract total $1,200,000 with Freitas Landscaping ($600,000) and Pacific Site Management ($600,000) for on-call vegetation management services over 3 years
8.Ferris, Parks – Contracts total $200,000 with Redwood Engineering ($100,000) and OBS Engineering ($100,000) for as-needed irrigation services 5/15/2023 to 5/15/2026
9.Ferris, Parks – Amend Contract #32200178 add $120,000 total $169,900 withMountain Valley Environmental Services for Chief Water Plant Operator Services for Berkeley Tuolumme Camp
10.Ferris, Parks – Grant Application: Clean California Local Grant – Tom Bates Fields Beautification Project up to $5,000,000
11.Louis, Police – Amend Contract #31900297 add $100,000 total $410,000 with Epic Recruiting for Advertising and Marketing Strategy for Berkeley Police Dept
12.Garland, Public Works – Contract $262,666 with GradeTech, Inc for Restroom in the right of way Channing at Telegraph
13.Garland, Public Works – Amend Contract # 112199-1 add $164,000 total $414,000 with Technology, Engineering and Construction, Inc., dba TEC Accutite, for Fuel Sotrage Tank Maintenance, Repairs, and Certification Services and extend through 6/30/2024
14.Garland, Public Works – Amend Contract #112725-1 add $250,000 total $650,000 with Du-All Safety, LLC for Safety and Training Services
15.Garland, Public Works – Initiate proceedings for FY 2024 Street Lighting Assessments
16.Garland, Public Works – Purchase Order Amendment add $750,000 total $11,494,000 with Diesel Direct West, Inc. to purchase fuel for City vehicles and equipment
17.Garland, Public Works – Reject Bids for the MRP Trash Capture FY 2023 Project, Specification #23-1156-C
18.Arreguin – Support AB 441 earned income tax credit for young children and foster children
19.Taplin – Budget Referral: $1,500,000 for Berkeley Marina J & K Parking lot design and implementation
20.Taplin, co-sponsor Wengraf – Budget Referral: $800,000 for Berkeley Marina Bike Park
21.Taplin – Budget Referral: $300,000 Dreamland for Kids Playground Design
22.Taplin – Budget Referral: $200,000 Shorebird Park Playground Design
23.Bartlett – Relinquishment of Council Budget funds for Celebracion Cultural Sylvia Mendez Spring Cultural Celebration Sylvia Mendez School PTA
24.Harrison – Budget Referral for $100,000 in Traffic Safety Upgrades for the MLK and Haste Intersection
25.Harrison – Budget Referral $372,000 for staffing costs associated with administering the Empty Homes Tax
26.Robinson – Support AB 73 (Idaho Stop) which allows bicyclists 18 yr and older to treat all-way stop signs as yield signs
AGENDA on ACTION:
27.Garland, Public Works – Proposition 218 Procedures and Five Year Zero Waste Rate Schedule and add Zero Waste customers to the City’s very low income refund program
28.Arreguin, co-sponsor Hahn – Contract $35,000 for four months with CONCUR for a strategic plan to engage with Sutter Health to alleviate impacts of closure of Alta Bates Hospital

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LAND USE CALENDAR:
Public Hearings
469 Kentucky (single family dwelling) 5/23/2023

WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
April 18 – Hopkins Corridor Plan, Canceled
April 25 – Special Meeting - Results of Referral Prioritization Process (RRV), Anticipated Appointments of the Chief of Police and Fire Chief at 4:30 pm
May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report, Climate Action Plan and Resilience Update, Berkeley Economic Dashboards Update,
July 18 – Draft Waterfront Specific Plan (tentative)

Unscheduled Presentations:
Hopkins Corridor Plan (Special Meeting) – Removed from
City Council Agenda & Rules Committee and Unfinished Business for Scheduling
City Policies for Managing Parking Around BART Stations – check with Garland

April 9 - April 16, 2023
Worth Noting:
The draft agenda for the April 25 City Council Regular Meeting and the agenda for next Tuesday, April 11 City Council meeting follows below this calendar of city meetings.

Monday: The Agenda and Rules Committee meets at 2:30 pm, the Youth Commission is at 6:30 pm and the Housing Advisory Commission meets at 6 pm. Speaking Up for Point Molate from 6 – 7 pm on the Richmond Port looks interesting.
Tuesday: City Council meets at 6 pm with item 36 from Councilmember Harrison The Labor Peace Policy Minimizing Labor/Management Conflict in Berkeley Marina and item 37 from the Finance Department on unfunded liabilities. The Police Accountability Board meets at 6:30 pm. Both meetings are hybrid with online and in-person options.
Wednesday: The location for the Parks, Recreation and Waterfront Commission has changed, note that the meeting is at the Live Oak Center at 7 pm. The agenda includes a presentation and discussion of the Waterfront Specific Plan.
Thursday: Note the changed time for the FITES Committee. FITES meets at 9 am in the hybrid format. City Council will be in closed session at 3 pm.
Saturday: The Berkeley Neighborhoods Council meets at 10 am in the virtual online format. The recording of the South Berkeley Town Hall with Ben Bartlett and Kate Harrison is available until April 23.
Sunday: The Holocaust Remembrance Day observation will be an online gathering at 2 pm. Register with Eventbrite.

Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
Directions with links to ZOOM support for activating Closed Captioning and Save Transcript are at the bottom of this calendar.

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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS

Sunday, April 9, 2023 – No city meetings listed

Monday, April 10, 2023

AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1615250967
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 161 525 0967
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 4/25/2023 draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda below at the end of the list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Workssessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review: 8. COVID, Unscheduled Items: 9. Discussion of Potential Changes to City Council Legislative Process, 10. Modifications or Improvements to City Council Meeting Procedures, 11. Strengthening and Supporting City Commission: Guidance on Development of Legislative Proposals, 12. Discussion Regarding Design and Strengthening of Policy Committees Process and Structure (Including Budget Referrals),
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules

HOUSING ADVISORY COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person Only: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center at 7 pm
AGENDA: 6. Recommend City Council adopt the City of Berkeley’s Draft Annual Action Plan (AAP) PY 2023 for HUD, 7. Discussion and Possible Action to appoint subcommittees a. Housing Trust Fund Subcommittee, b. Public Facilities Improvements NOFA Applications Review Subcommittee, 8. Update on and possible action on Fair Access and Transparency Ordinance Subcommittee
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/housing-advisory-commission

YOUTH COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
In-Person Only: 1730 Oregon
AGENDA: 7. Director’s Report, 8. Introductions, 9. Review Current Work Plan, 10. Create the 2023 Youth Commission Work Plan, 11. Form a Health Services Survey sub-committee
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/youth-commission

SPEAKING UP for POINT MOLATE from 6 – 7 pm
Videoconference: https://sierraclub.zoom.us/j/99891619534
AGENDA: From Parks to Ports with David Helvarg, Executive Director, Blue Frontier, How the Port of Richmond can play a central role in making our city greener and cleaner

Tuesday, April 11, 2023

CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1606544287
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 160 654 4287
AGENDA: Use the link and choose the html option or see the agenda listed at the end of the calendar.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas

POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD (PAB) at 6:30 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
            In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, Judge Henry Ramsey Jr. South Berkeley Senior Center
            Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82653396072
            Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 826 5359 6072
AGENDA: 3. Public Comment on agenda and non-agenda items, 5. ODPA Staff Report, 6. Chair and Members’ Report, 7. Chief’s Report, 8. Training on Early Warning System by Captain Chris Bolton (retired), 9. Subcommittee reports, 10. PAB response to the Public Safety Policy Committee’s questions regarding Unmanned Aerial Systems, Fixed Camera Surveillance Systems, 11. A. Review of PAB proposed permanent regulations, b. Review of BPD 2022 Annual Report on Police Equipment and Community Safety Ordinance, 12. Public Comment, CLOSED SESSION.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board

Wednesday, April 12, 2023

PARKS, RECREATION AND WATERFRONT COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person Only: NOTE LOCATION - 1301 Shattuck, Live Oak Center, Fireside Room
AGENDA: 8. Director’s Report (Ferris), 9. Presentation Waterfront Specific Plan (Ferris), Discussion/Action: 10. Create Waterfront Specific Plan (Abshez), 11. Measure T1 Shortfall (Wazniak/ Kawczynska), 12. (Discussion) Proposed Fee Increases to City Recreation and Waterfront fees (Ferris), 13. PRW Workplan
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/parks-recreation-and-waterfront-commission

Thursday, April 13, 2023

FACILITIES, INFRASTRUCTURE, TRANSPORTATION, ENVIRONMENT & SUSTAINABILITY (FITES) at 9 am
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, Redwood Room 6th Floor
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1602560848
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 160 256 0848
AGENDA: 2. Audit Status Reports: Fleet Replacement Fund Short Millions & Rocky Road, 3. Kesarwani, co-sponsors Humbert, Taplin, Wengraf – Budget Referral: Additional Street Maintenance Funding to Improve Pavement Condition increase by $4.7 million.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-facilities-infrastructure-transportation-environment-sustainability

CITY COUNCIL Closed Session at 3 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, Redwood Room 6th Floor
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1618017241
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 161 801 7241
AGENDA: 1. Public Employee Appointments a. Fire Chief, b. Chief of Police
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas

Friday, April 14, 2023 – Reduced Service Day

Saturday, April 15, 2023

BERKELEY NEIGHBORHOODS COUNCIL at 10 am
Videoconference:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/4223188307?pwd=dFlNMVlVZ2d6b0FnSHh3ZlFwV2NMdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 422 318 8307 Passcode: 521161
AGENDA: not posted, check later in the week
https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/

Sunday, April 16, 2023

HOLOCAUST REMEMBRANCE DAY at 2 pm
Reserve complimentary tickets at https://BerkeleyHRD.eventbrite.com
Program is online

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April 10, 2023 AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Draft Agenda for April 25, 2023 City Council Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1615250967
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 161 525 0967
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules

AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.Oyekanmi, Finance - Formal Bid Solicitations and Requests for Proposals
2.Sprague, Fire Dept – Grant Application: FEMA to hire additional firefighters for up to $5,093,798 with no matching funds to hire 6 additional firefighters
3.Warhuus, HHCS – Extension of the Alameda County Abandoned Vehicle Abatement Program through 5/31/2033
4.Warhuus, HHCS – Revenue Contract Grant Funds projected award $1,050,000 for Vector Program FY 2022 - FY 2024
5.Ferris, Parks – Contract total $1,200,000 with Freitas Landscaping ($600,000) and Pacific Site Management ($600,000) for on-call vegetation management services over 3 years
6.Ferris, Parks – Contracts total $200,000 with Redwood Engineering ($100,000) and OBS Engineering ($100,000) for as-needed irrigation services
7.Ferris, Parks – Amend Contract #32200178 add $120,000 total $169,900 withMountain Valley Environmental Services for Chief Water Plant Operator Services for Berkeley Tuolumme Camp
8.Ferris, Parks – Grant Application: Clean California Local Grant – Tom Bates Fields Beautification Project
9.Louis, Police – Amend Contract #31900297 add $100,000 total $410,000 with Epic Recruiting for Advertising and Marketing Strategy for Berkeley Police Dept
10.Garland, Public Works – Contract $262,666 with GradeTech, Inc for Restroom in the right of way Channing at Telegraph
11.Garland, Public Works – Amend Contract # 112199-1 add $164,000 total $414,000 with Technology, Engineering and Construction, Inc., dba TEC Accutite, for Fuel Sotrage Tank Maintenance, Repairs, and Certification Services and extend through 6/30/2024
12.Garland, Public Works – Amen Contract #112725-1 add $250,000 total $650,000 with Du-All Safety, LLC for Safety and Training Services
13.Garland, Public Works – Initiate proceedings for FY 2024 Street Lighting Assessments
14.Garland, Public Works – Purchase Order Amendment add $750,000 total $11,494,000 with Diesel Direct West, Inc. to purchase fuel for City vehicles and equipment
15.Garland, Public Works – Reject Bids for the MRP Trash Capture FY 2023 Project, Specification #23-1156-C
16.Arreguin – Support AB 441 earned income tax credit for young children and foster children
17.Taplin – Budget Referral: $1,000,000 for Berkeley Marina J & K Parking lot
18.Taplin, co-sponsor Wengraf – Budget Referral: $800,000 for Berkeley Marina Bike Park
19.Taplin – Budget Referral: $300,000 Dreamland for Kids Playground Design
20.Taplin – Budget Referral: $200,000 Shorebird Park Playground Design
21.Bartlett – Relinquishment of Council Budget funds for Celebracion Cultural Sylvia Mendez Spring Cultural Celebration Sylvia Mendez School PTA
22.Harrison – Budget Referral for staffing costs associated with administering the Empty Homes Tax
23.Robinson – Support AB 73 which allows bicyclists 18 yr and older to treat all-way stop signs as yield signs
AGENDA on ACTION:
24.Garland, Public Works – Proposition 218 Procedures and Five Year Zero Waste Rate Schedule and add Zero Waste customers to the City’s very low income refund program
25.Community Health Commission – Referral Response: Responsible Psychedelic Drug Policy recommends deprioritizing enforcement of laws for personal use, cultivation and processing with the exception of Peyote
26.Arreguin, co-sponsor Hahn – Contract $35,000 for four months with CONCUR for a strategic plan to engage with Sutter Health to alleviate impacts of closure of Alta Bates Hospital

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April 11, 2023 AGENDA for CITY COUNCIL Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1606544287
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 160 654 4287
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas

AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.Minutes
2.Formal bid solicitations and Request for Proposals Scheduled for Possible Issuance After Council Approval on April 11, $120,000 for Mini-Bulk Swimming Pool Chemicals
3.Warhuus, HHCS - Amend Contract #31900273 add $80,000 total $11,490,274 with Bay Area Community Services North County Housing Resource Center
4.Warhuus, HHCS – Contract $249,413 with JSI Research & Training Institute, Inc for Community Health Assessment, Innovation, and Improvement Plan Consultant for HHCS for 5/1/2023 – 5/1/2025
5.Warhuus, HHCS – Contract $175,000 with Easy Does It for Provision of Wheelchair Van Service for Seniors & the Disabled
6.Warhuus, HHCS – Amend Contract #32100126 add $50,000 total $150,000 with Anjanette Scott LLC for Housing Consultant Services and extend to 6/30/2024
7.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Amend Contract #32000224 add $150,000 total $200,000 with Govinvest Labor Costing, Pension & OPEB (Other Post-Employment Benefits) Analysis Software to cover 3 years of subscription
8.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Side Letter of Agreement – SEIU, Local 1021 Community Services & Part-Time Recreation Leaders Association, MOU regarding Hazardous Substance Special Assignment Pay, effective 7/7/2022 employees who are regularly assigned to perform services to actual hours in the field and performing services in the unhoused setting receive a 3% differential
9.Fong, IT – Amend Contract #31900122-1 add $105,000 total $674,300 with Rolling Orange Inc for additional website maintenance and support 3/1/2019 – 6/30/2025
10.Ferris, PRW – Donation $3,400 for Memorial Bench at the Berkeley Marina in memory of Sophia Pritzos
11.Ferris, PRW – Lease Amendment Cazadero Performing Arts Camp for City to disburse up to $400,000 to tenant to implement capital improvements to satisfy City’s obligations under the lease
12.Ferris, PRW – Contract $3,175,000 includes 17% contingency $464,310 with Power Engineering Construction for Timber Pile Replacement Project at Berkeley Marina
13.Ferris, PRW – Amend Contract #10785 add $100,000 total $1,290,000 with West Coast Arborist, Inc for Tree Removal and Pruning Service
14.Louis BPD – Accept Grant Funding $106,014 from Board of State and Community Corrections (BSCC) Officer Wellness and Mental Health Grant Award Program 7/1/2022 – 12/1/2025
15.Peace and Justice Commission – Support 3/21/2023 Day of Action Urging Banks to Divest from Fossil Fuel Businesses
16.Sugar Sweetened Beverage Product Panel of Experts – a. Allocation $3,000,000 over two years to reduce consumption and health impacts of sugar-sweetened beverages, b. Oyekanmi COMPANIAN Report – Allocation $2,000,000 (not $3,000,0000)
17.Arreguin, co-sponsor Bartlett – Support AB 40 – Improving Ambulance Patient Offload Times develops 20 minute statewide standard
18.Arreguin, co-sponsor Taplin, Bartlett – Support AB 1001, relates to behavioral health emergency services
19.Arreguin – Fred Ross Memorial Bench in Cesar Chavez Park
20.Taplin, co-sponsors Arreguin, Bartlett, Harrison – Support AB 1690, Universal Health Care
21.Taplin, co-sponsors Bartlett, Harrison – Support AB 362, Changes real property taxation to the value of the land without regard to buildings, property or other improvements instead of current real property taxation based on appraisal
22.Harrison – Budget referral $54,000 to increase personnel funding for Berkeley Community Media
23.Harrison – Budget referral $100,000 to fund Harold Way Placemaking Project Schematic Design
24.Harrison – Budget referral $147,000 for annual staffing costs for two full-time Social Workers for Social Justice Collaborative
25.Harrison, co-sponsor Bartlett - Budget referral $100,000 to design a comprehensive Berkeley Police Early Intervention and Risk Management System
26.Harrison – Budget referral $579,000 for staffing costs associated with acquisition of and prevention of displacement of multi-family housing related to Empty Homes Tax and implementation of TOPA
27.Harrison – Relinquishment of Council Office Budget Funds to grant Downtown Berkeley Association $500 for 2274 Shattuck Mural Project serving a municipal public purpose
28.Harrison – Support AB 641 auto dismantlers: catalytic converters expand definition to include individuals illegally in possession of two or more catalytic converters
29.Hahn, co-sponsor Wengraf – Proclaim May as Jewish American Heritage Month
30.Hahn, co-sponsor Taplin - Relinquishment of Council Office Budget Funds to grant to Kala Art Institute $500
31.Hahn, co-sponsors Bartlett, Taplin – Budget referral $250,000 to study Berkeley’s affordable and social housing needs and programmatic and funding opportunities for incomes from below 30% to 120% of AMI
32.Wengraf – Budget referral $30,000 for yield signs at two unmarked intersections at Shasta and Queens and Quail and Queens
33.Wengraf , co-sponsor Hahn, Humbert, Taplin– Budget referral $150,000 for handrails, lights and signage for City Pedestrian Path Network
34.Robinson, co-sponsors Arreguin, Harrison, Hahn – Approval of the Public Bank of the East Bay Viability Study
35.Humbert, co-sponsor Robinson – Budget referral $2,200,000 to fully fund sidewalk repair program add $1,000,000 (above the existing $1,00,000 baseline funding for sidewalk repair)
AGENDA on ACTION:
36.Harrison, co-sponsor Arreguin – Adopt ordinance adding BMC chapter 2.102 to establish a Labor Peace Policy Minimizing Labor/Management Conflict in Berkeley Marina Zone
37.Friedrichsen, Budget Manager – Unfunded Liability Obligations and Unfunded Infrastructure Needs, accept report and provide staff direction
38.Homeless Services Panel of Experts – Recommendation for RV Lot and Waste Management on Streets for RV a. Refer to staff to expediate replacement site for 742 Grayson and develop a waste management plan, b. Radu COMPANIAN Report refer (back to) Homeless Services Panel of Experts

Peace and Justice Commission a. Budget referral $150,000 for two health educator positions, b. Radu COMPANIAN Report refer (back to) Peace and Justice Commission

INFORMATION REPORTS:
40.Environment and Climate Commission 2023 Work Plan

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LAND USE CALENDAR:
Public Hearings
469 Kentucky (single family dwelling) 5/23/2023

WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
April 18 – Hopkins Corridor Plan, Canceled
April 25 – Results of Referral Prioritization Process (RRV), Appointments of the Chief of Police and Fire Chief at 4:30 pm
May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report, Climate Action Plan and Resilience Update, Berkeley Economic Dashboards Update,
July 18 – Draft Waterfront Specific Plan (tentative)

Unscheduled Presentations:
Hopkins Corridor Plan (Special Meeting) – Removed from
City Council Agenda & Rules Committee and Unfinished Business for Scheduling
City Policies for Managing Parking Around BART Stations – check with Garland

April 2, 2023 - April 9, 2023
Worth Noting:
Very quiet week ahead. City Council is on Spring Recess until April 11. Passover begins April 5 and Easter Sunday is April 9. The April 11 City Council meeting agenda is posted and available for comment. The Berkeley Neighborhoods Council meeting is scheduled for April 15. Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/

Monday the Personnel Board meets at 7 pm in person only. Speaking Up for Point Molate presents Osprey at Point Molate on ZOOM from 6 – 7 pm.
Tuesday at 5 pm is the final conceptual design meeting for a bike park at the waterfront and it is on ZOOM (NOT in person).
Friday at 7 pm is a flashlight egg hunt event for 5th – 8th graders at Grove Park.

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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS

Sunday, April 2, 2023 – No city meetings listed

Monday, April 3, 2023

PERSONNEL BOARD at 7 pm
In-Person Only: 1301 Shattuck, Live Oak Community Center, Fireside Room
AGENDA: V. Recommendation to Approve Petition to Modify Unit to Accrete Paramedics, VI. Request for Extension of Temporary Police Accountability Investigator, VII. Recommendation Amending Behavioral Health Clinician Job Classification, VIII. Recommendation Amending the Mental Health Nurse Job Class Specification
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/personnel-board

SPEAKING UP FOR POINT MOLATE from 6 – 7 PM
Videoconference: https://sierraclub.zoom.us/j/99891619534
AGENDA: Celebrating Ospreys at Point Molate with Myrna L. Hayes President, Mare Island Heritage Trust. Mare Island holds the popular annual Osprey Festival. Point Molate and the San Pablo Peninsula are second only to Mare Island in the number of Osprey nests in the SF Bay Area.

Tuesday, April 4, 2023

WATERFRONT BIKE PARK COMMUNITY WORKSHOP #3 from 5 – 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89510233540
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171Meeting ID: 895 1023 3540 Passcode: 94710
AGENDA: Final conceptual design for a bike park at the Berkeley Waterfront
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/waterfront-bike-park-community-workshop-3

Wednesday, April 5, 2023 – No city meetings listed
Thursday, April 6, 2023 - No city meetings listed

Friday, April 7, 2023

FLASHLIGHT EGG HUNT from 7 pm – 9 pm
At 1730 Oregon, Grove Park
AGENDA: Free event for teens 5th – 8th grade
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/flashlight-egg-hunt

Saturday, April 8, 2023
Sunday, April 9, 2023

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April 11, 2023 Agenda for CITY COUNCIL Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1606544287
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 160 654 4287
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas

AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.Minutes
2.Formal bid solicitations and Request for Proposals Scheduled for Possible Issuance After Council Approval on April 11, $120,000 for Mini-Bulk Swimming Pool Chemicals
3.Warhuus, HHCS - Amend Contract #31900273 add $80,000 total $11,490,274 with Bay Area Community Services North County Housing Resource Center
4.Warhuus, HHCS – Contract $249,413 with JSI Research & Training Institute, Inc for Community Health Assessment, Innovation, and Improvement Plan Consultant for HHCS for 5/1/2023 – 5/1/2025
5.Warhuus, HHCS – Contract $175,000 with Easy Does It for Provision of Wheelchair Van Service for Seniors & the Disabled
6.Warhuus, HHCS – Amend Contract #32100126 add $50,000 total $150,000 with Anjanette Scott LLC for Housing Consultant Services and extend to 6/30/2024
7.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Amend Contract #32000224 add $150,000 total $200,000 with Govinvest Labor Costing, Pension & OPEB (Other Post-Employment Benefits) Analysis Software to cover 3 years of subscription
8.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Side Letter of Agreement – SEIU, Local 1021 Community Services & Part-Time Recreation Leaders Association, MOU regarding Hazardous Substance Special Assignment Pay, effective 7/7/2022 employees who are regularly assigned to perform services to actual hours in the field and performing services in the unhoused setting receive a 3% differential
9.Fong, IT – Amend Contract #31900122-1 add $105,000 total $674,300 with Rolling Orange Inc for additional website maintenance and support 3/1/2019 – 6/30/2025
10.Ferris, PRW – Donation $3,400 for Memorial Bench at the Berkeley Marina in memory of Sophia Pritzos
11.Ferris, PRW – Lease Amendment Cazadero Performing Arts Camp for City to disburse up to $400,000 to tenant to implement capital improvements to satisfy City’s obligations under the lease
12.Ferris, PRW – Contract $3,175,000 includes 17% contingency $464,310 with Power Engineering Construction for Timber Pile Replacement Project at Berkeley Marina
13.Ferris, PRW – Amend Contract #10785 add $100,000 total $1,290,000 with West Coast Arborist, Inc for Tree Removal and Pruning Service
14.Louis BPD – Accept Grant Funding $106,014 from Board of State and Community Corrections (BSCC) Officer Wellness and Mental Health Grant Award Program 7/1/2022 – 12/1/2025
15.Peace and Justice Commission – Support 3/21/2023 Day of Action Urging Banks to Divest from Fossil Fuel Businesses
16.Sugar Sweetened Beverage Product Panel of Experts – a. Allocation $3,000,000 over two years to reduce consumption and health impacts of sugar-sweetened beverages, b. Oyekanmi COMPANIAN Report – Allocation $2,000,000 (not $3,000,0000)
17.Arreguin, co-sponsor Bartlett – Support AB 40 – Improving Ambulance Patient Offload Times develops 20 minute statewide standard
18.Arreguin, co-sponsor Taplin, Bartlett – Support AB 1001, relates to behavioral health emergency services
19.Arreguin – Fred Ross Memorial Bench in Cesar Chavez Park
20.Taplin, co-sponsors Arreguin, Bartlett, Harrison – Support AB 1690, Universal Health Care
21.Taplin, co-sponsors Bartlett, Harrison – Support AB 362, Changes real property taxation to the value of the land without regard to buildings, property or other improvements instead of current real property taxation based on appraisal
22.Harrison – Budget referral $54,000 to increase personnel funding for Berkeley Community Media
23.Harrison – Budget referral $100,000 to fund Harold Way Placemaking Project Schematic Design
24.Harrison – Budget referral $147,000 for annual staffing costs for two full-time Social Workers for Social Justice Collaborative
25.Harrison, co-sponsor Bartlett - Budget referral $100,000 to design a comprehensive Berkeley Police Early Intervention and Risk Management System
26.Harrison – Budget referral $579,000 for staffing costs associated with acquisition of and prevention of displacement of multi-family housing related to Empty Hoes Tax and implementation of TOPA
27.Harrison – Relinquishment of Council Office Budget Funds to grant Downtown Berkeley Association $500 for 2274 Shattuck Mural Project serving a municipal public purpose
28.Harrison – Support AB 641 auto dismantlers: catalytic converters expand definition to include individuals illegally in possession of two or more catalytic converters
29.Hahn, co-sponsor Wengraf – Proclaim May as Jewish American Heritage Month
30.Hahn, co-sponsor Taplin - Relinquishment of Council Office Budget Funds to grant to Kala Art Institute $500
31.Hahn, co-sponsors Bartlett, Taplin – Budget referral $250,000 to study Berkeley’s affordable and social housing needs and programmatic and funding opportunities for incomes from below 30% to 120% of AMI
32.Wengraf – Budget referral $30,000 for yield signs at two unmarked intersections at Shasta and Queens and Quail and Queens
33.Wengraf , co-sponsor Hahn, Humbert, Taplin– Budget referral $150,000 for handrails, lights and signage for City Pedestrian Path Network
34.Robinson, co-sponsors Arreguin, Harrison, Hahn – Approval of the Public Bank of the East Bay Viability Study
35.Humbert, co-sponsor Robinson – Budget referral $2,200,000 to fully fund sidewalk repair program add $1,000,000 (above the existing $1,00,000 baseline funding for sidewalk repair)
AGENDA on ACTION:
36.Harrison, co-sponsor Arreguin – Adopt ordinance adding BMC chapter 2.102 to establish a Labor Peace Policy Minimizing Labor/Management Conflict in Berkeley Marina Zone
37.Friedrichsen, Budget Manager – Unfunded Liability Obligations and Unfunded Infrastructure Needs, accept report and provide staff direction
38.Homeless Services Panel of Experts – Recommendation for RV Lot and Waste Management on Streets for RV a. Refer to staff to expediate replacement site for 742 Grayson and develop a waste management plan, b. Radu COMPANIAN Report refer (back to) Homeless Services Panel of Experts

Peace and Justice Commission a. Budget referral $150,000 for two health educator positions, b. Radu COMPANIAN Report refer (back to) Peace and Justice Commission

March 26 - April 2, 2023
Worth Noting:
City Council is on spring recess until April 11, 2023. Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/ The Agenda Committee and Zoning Adjustment Board will meet in the hybrid format: in-person and online via ZOOM. All other City Commission meetings this coming week are in-person only with no ZOOM option.
Thursday is the GO TO MEETINGS day, pick your priority.

SUNDAY, March 26:
- Women’s Herstory celebrating Black Women leaders on ZOOM sponsored by Friends of Adeline
TUESDAY: Another rain storm is on the way. Watch for severity predictions.
- The Zero Waste Commission meets in-person at 7 pm with a 5-year rate hike and FoodWare To Go presentation on the agenda.
WEDNESDAY:
- The Agenda Committee meets at 2 pm in the hybrid format to finalize the City Council agenda that now lists 42 agenda items for April 11.
- The Loan Administration Board meets at 3 pm to review requests to defer loan repayments.
- The Environment and Climate Commission meets at 6 pm.
THURSDAY – the Go To Meetings of the week:
- The Landmarks Preservation Commission (LPC) meets at 7 pm with the Hopkins Corridor Plan and the Turtle Island project in Civic Center Park on the Agenda
- At 7 pm the Zoning Adjustment Board (ZAB) will review the 25-story 2190 Shattuck mixed-use project.
- At 7:30 pm (doors open at 7 pm) the Willard Neighborhood will have a presentation and Q&A on the Telegraph Plan for Dwight to Woolsey.
- From 6 - 8 pm Open House for San Pablo Ave Corridor Project on safety enhancements and parallel bike routes.
SATURDAY, April 1:
- From 10 am – 12 pm the City is sponsoring a family centered free swim safety event at the West Pool (bring swimwear and towels)

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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS

Sunday, March 26, 2023

WOMEN’s HERSTORY from 6 – 8 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85029824515
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 or 1-253-215-8782 Meeting ID: 850 2982 4515
AGENDA: Celebrate Black Women Leaders with Pamela Price & guests
Sponsored by the Berkeley Equity Summit Alliance and Friends of Adeline

Monday, March 27, 2023 – No city meetings listed

Tuesday, March 28, 2023

ZERO WASTE COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person Only: 1326 Allston Way, Ratcliff Building, Willow Room
AGENDA: 7:15 pm – 4. Public comment non-agenda items, 7:30 pm – 6. Staff Updates, Discussion and Action Items: 7:45 pm – 1. Proposed 5-year Rate Schedule, 8:05 pm – 2. FoodWare To Go Presentation
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zero-waste-commission

Wednesday, March 29, 2023

AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:00 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
For a full list of sites go to website
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1617314166
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 161 731 4166
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 4/11/2023 draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda below at the end of the list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, Scheduling: 5. Council Worksessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review: None, Unscheduled Items: 8. a & b. COVID, 9. Discussion of Potential Changes to City Council Legislative Process, 10. Modification or Improvements to City Council meeting Procedures, 11. Strengthening and Supporting City Commission: Guidance on the Development of Legislative Proposals, 12. Discussion Regarding Design and Strengthening of Policy Committees Process and Structure (Including Budget Referrals),
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules

ENVIRONMENT and CLIMATE COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person Only: 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: Update from staff: a. Just Transition, b. OESD staffing, c. Youth Commissioners, e. BESO, f. Building electrification, 7. Presentation Zero Waste Strategic Plan, 9. Workplan Subcommittee Updates: a. Transportation, b. Native Plants
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/environment-and-climate-commission

LOAN ADMINISTRATION BOARD at 3 pm
In-Person Only: 2180 Milvia, 1st Floor, Cypress Room
AGENDA: B. Program Review Revolving Loan Fund, C. Action Items are all requests to defer monthly payments, i) East Bay Media Center loan balance, ii) California Jazz School
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/loan-administration-board

Thursday, March 30, 2023

LANDMARKS PRESERVATION COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person Only: 2800 Park, San Pablo Park Frances Albrier Center
AGENDA:
6. Hopkins Corridor Improvements Project – Receive a presentation from the Public Works Department
7. 0 Center St - Structural Alteration Permit Turtle Island Monument Installation at MLK Jr. Civic Center (the address is “0” Center Street as there is no address number assigned to the Turtle Island Monument)
8. 3030 Telegraph at Webster - Demolition Referral
9. 2132-2154 Center at Oxford – Demolition Referral – Thomas Block Building
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/landmarks-preservation-commission

ZONING ADJUSTMENTS BOARD at 7 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83465361771
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 or 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 834 6536 1771
AGENDA:
2. 2190 Shattuck at Allston – Construct 25-story (267 feet, 6 inches) 397,212 sq ft mixed-use building with up to 326 dwelling units (including 32 very low income units), 21 studios, 71 one-bedroom, 113 two-bedroom, 29 three-bedroom, 69 four-bedroom, 23 five-bedroom, 983 bedrooms total, 7500 sq ft commercial space, 51 underground parking spaces, 271 bicycle spaces
3. 2403 San Pablo at Channing – demolish 1-story commercial building and construct 4-story mixed use building with 603 sq ft retail tenant space and 36 dwelling units (condominium) totaling 53,013 sq ft with 19 parking spaces and 42 bicycle spaces
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zoning-adjustments-board

WILLARD NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION at 7:30 pm
(Doors open at 7 pm)
In-Person: 2727 College Ave, St. John’s Presbyterian Church, Fireside Room
AGENDA: What is the “road diet” and what are your questions? Changes coming to Dwight to Woolsey) Neighborhood concerns how to improve safety for pedestrians and bicyclists, ways to make AC transit more efficient for bus riders, Ensuring access for public safety (emergency access and evacuation routes) Parking, Truck deliveries, etc.
South East Berkeley Neighborhood Forum sponsored by: Bateman Neighborhood Association, Claremont Elmwood Neighborhood Association (CENA), Le Conte Neighborhood Association, Willard Neighborhood Association

SAN PABLO AVENUE CORRIDOR PROJECT from 6 – 8 pm
In-Person Only: 1701 San Pablo, Berkeley Adult School between Virginia and Francisco Streets
AGENDA: Open house to discuss roadway changes proposed to make it safer to walk and bike in the San Pablo Avenue Corridor (Albany, Berkeley, Oakland) This is an Alameda County Transportation Commission Project.
https://www.alamedactc.org/programs-projects/multimodal-arterial-roads/sanpabloave

Friday, March 31, 2023 – No city meetings listed

Saturday, April 1, 2023

APRIL POOLS DAY from 10 am – 12 pm
In-Person at 2100 Browning, West
AGENDA: Event for families new to swimming, swim basics, swim safety, bring towels and swimwear
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/april-pools-day

Sunday, April 2, 2023 – No city meetings listed

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Wednesday, March 29, 2023
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:00 pm
Draft Agenda for April 11 City Council Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, Redwood Room
For a full list of meeting sites use the website
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1617314166
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 161 731 4166
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.Minutes
2.Formal bid solicitations and Request for Proposals Scheduled for Possible Issuance After Council Approval on April 11
3.Warhuus, HHCS - Amend Contract #31900273 add $80,000 total $11,490,274 with Bay Area Community Services North County Housing Resource Center
4.Warhuus, HHCS – Contract $249,413 with JSI Research & Training Institute, Inc for Community Health Assessment, Innovation, and Improvement Plan Consultant for HHCS for 5/1/2023 – 5/1/2025
5.Warhuus, HHCS – Contract $175,000 with Easy Does It for Provision of Wheelchair Van Service for Seniors & the Disabled
6.Warhuus, HHCS – Amend Contract #32100126 add $50,000 total $150,000 with Anjanette Scott LLC for Housing Consultant Services and extend to 6/30/2024
7.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Amend Contract #32000224 add $150,000 total $200,000 with Govinvest Labor Costing, Pension & OPEB (Other Post-Employment Benefits) Analysis Software to cover 3 years of subscription
8.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Side Letter of Agreement – SEIU, Local 1021 Community Services & Part-Time Recreation Leaders Association, MOU regarding Hazardous Substance Special Assignment Pay, effective 7/7/2022 employees who are regularly assigned to perform services to actual hours in the field and performing services in the unhoused setting receive a 3% differential
9.Fong, IT – Amend Contract #31900122-1 add $105,000 total $674,300 with Rolling Orange Inc for additional website maintenance and support 3/1/2019 – 6/30/2025
10.Ferris, PRW – Donation $3,400 for Memorial Bench at the Berkeley Marina in memory of Sophia Pritzos
11.Ferris, PRW – Lease Amendment Cazadero Performing Arts Camp for City to disburse up to $400,000 to tenant to implement capital improvements to satisfy City’s obligations under the lease
12.Ferris, PRW – Contract $3,175,000 includes 17% contingency $464,310 with Power Engineering Construction for Timber Pile Replacement Project at Berkeley Marina
13.Ferris, PRW – Amend Contract #10785 add $100,000 total $1,290,000 with West Coast Arborist, Inc for Tree Removal and Pruning Service
14.Louis BPD – Accept Grant Funding $106,014 from Board of State and Community Corrections (BSCC) Officer Wellness and Mental Health Grant Award Program 7/1/2022 – 12/1/2025
15.Peace and Justice Commission – Support 3/21/2023 Day of Action Urging Banks to Divest from Fossil Fuel Businesses
16.Arreguin – Support AB 40 – Improving Ambulance Patient Offload Times develops 20 minute statewide standard
17.Arreguin, co-sponsor Taplin – Support AB 1001, relates to behavioral health emergency services
18.Taplin – Support AB 1690, Universal Health Care
19.Taplin – Support AB 362, Changes real property taxation to the value of the land without regard to buildings, property or other improvements instead of current real property taxation based on appraisal
20.Harrison – Budget referral $54,000 to increase personnel funding for Berkeley Community Media
21.Harrison – Budget referral $100,000 to fund Harold Way Placemaking Project Schematic Design
22.Harrison – Budget referral $147,000 for annual staffing costs for two full-time Social Workers for Social Justice Collaborative
23.Harrison, co-sponsor Bartlett - Budget referral $100,000 to design a comprehensive Berkeley Police Early Intervention and Risk Management System
24.Harrison – Budget referral $579,000 for staffing costs associated with acquisition of and prevention of displacement of muilti-family housing related to Empty Hoes Tax and implementation of TOPA
25.Harrison – Relinquishment of Council Office Budget Funds to grant Downtown Berkeley Association $500 for 2274 Shattuck Mural Project serving a municipal public purpose
26.Harrison – Support AB 641 auto dismantlers: catalytic converters expand definition to include individuals illegally in possession of two or more catalytic converters
27.Hahn, co-sponsor Wengraf – Proclaim May as Jewish American Heritage Month
28.Hahn, co-sponsor Taplin - Relinquishment of Council Office Budget Funds to grant to Kala Art Institute $500
29.Hahn, cosponsors Harrison, Taplin – Budget referral $250,000 to study to support Housing Element to increase housing on higher-resourced commercial avenues Solano, North Shattuck and College increase housing for households at or below 120% AMI (Area Median Income)
30.Hahn, co-sponsor Bartlett, Taplin – Budget referral $250,000 to study Berkeley’s affordable and social housing needs and programmatic and funding opportunities for incomes from below 30% to 120% of AMI
31.Wengraf – Budget referral $30,000 for yield signs at two unmarked intersections at Shasta and Queens and Quail and Queens
32.Wengraf – Budget referral $150,000 for handrails, lights and signage for City Pedestrian Path Network
33.Robinson – Approval of the Public Bank of the East Bay Viability Study
34.Humbert, co-sponsor – Budget referral $2,200,000 to fully fund sidewalk repair program add $1,000,000 (above the existing $1,00,000 baseline funding for sidewalk repair)
AGENDA on ACTION:
35.Harrison, co-sponsor Arreguin – Adopt ordinance adding BMC chapter 2.102 to establish a Labor Peace Policy Minimizing Labor/Management Conflict in Bekrley Marina Zone
36.Friedrichsen, Budget Manager – Unfunded Liability Obligations and Unfunded Infrastructure Needs, accept report and provide staff direction
37.Garland, PR – Adopt Resolution Proposition 218 Procedures and 5 Year Zero Waste Rate Schedule and add very low income refund program
38.Homeless Services Panel of Experts – Recommendation for RV Lot and Waste Management on Streets for RV a. Refer to staff to expediate replacement site for 742 Grayson and develop a waste management plan, b. Radu COMPANIAN Report refer (back to) Homeless Services Panel of Experts

Peace and Justice Commission a. Budget referral $150,000 for two health educator positions, b. Radu COMPANIAN Report refer (back to) Peace and Justice Commission

40.Sugar Sweetened Beverage Product Panel of Experts – a. Allocation $3,000,000 over two years to reduce consumption and health impacts of sugar-sweetened beverages, b. Oyekanmi COMPANIAN Report – Allocation $2,000,000 (not $3,000,0000)
41.Arreguin – Fred Ross Memorial Bench in Cesar Chavez Park
INFORMATION REPORTS:
42.Environment and Climate Commission 2023 Work Plan
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LAND USE CALENDAR:
Public Hearings
469 Kentucky (single family dwelling) 5/23/2023

WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
April 18 – Hopkins Corridor Plan,
May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report 5/16/2023, Climate Action Plan and Resilience Update, Berkeley Economic Dashboards Update,
Unscheduled Presentations:
City Policies for Managing Parking Around BART Stations – check with Garland

March 19 - March 26, 2023
Worth Noting:
City Council Spring Recess is from March 22 – April 10, 2023.
All City Council and City Council Committee, the Zoning Adjustment Board and the Rent Board meetings are in the hybrid format: in-person and online via zoom. While all other City Commission meetings have returned to in-person only with no ZOOM option.

If you are missing meetings you wish to attend, because ZOOM is no longer available send a request for the city to provide hybrid meetings to your councilmember, the City Council at council@cityofberkeley.info, the City Clerk at clerk@cityofberkeley.info and the Open Government Commission at FCPC@cityofberkeley.info.
To find your councilmember go to https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-district-lookup

Monday:
- The 10:30 am hybrid format City Council Public Safety Committee (Kesarwani, Taplin, Wengraf) has one agenda item the Surveillance Ordinance.
- The 6 pm hybrid format full City Council Special Meeting has one agenda item formerly billed as the Berkeley Marina Area Specific Plan now titled as Waterfront Specific Plan for the City of Berkeley Tidelands.
Tuesday:
- The 4 pm hybrid Council Special meeting is on Civic Arts Grants and the Civic Center Plan including the Maudelle Shirek Building (old city hall), the Veterans Building and Civic Center Park.
- At 6 pm in the hybrid format is the City Council regular meeting.
Wednesday:
- The Disaster and Fire Safety Commission meets in-person at 7 pm.
- South Berkeley Town Hall from 6:30 pm to 8 pm
Thursday: The Community Health Commission usually meets the fourth Thursday at 6:30 pm. There is no agenda or meeting announcement posted. Check after Monday.

2nd Reading – Amendments to COVID-19 Emergency Response Ordinance
2nd Reading – Amendments to Berkeley Election Reform Act Cost of Living Provisions

1.Brown, City Attorney – Resolution Reviewing and Ratifying the Proclamation of Local COVID Emergency
2.Williams-Ridley, City Manager (CM) – Designate the Line of Succession for the Director of Emergency Services in the event of an emergency
3.Sprague, Fire - Grant Application: FEMA to expand National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1582/1583 for $840,000 with 10% or $84,000 city matching funds for Wellness, Fitness and Human Performance Program
4.Warhuus, HHCS - Amend Contract #32200156 add $561,917.11 total $1,201,917.11 with Options Recovery Services for Community Response Services and extend to 12/31/2023
5.Warhuus, HHCS - Amend Contract #32200147 add $75,600 total $195,000 with Women’s Daytime Drop-in Center for Community Crisis Response Services and extend to 12/31/2023
6.Warhuus, HHCS - Amend Contract #32300025 add $300,000 total $350,000 with Non-Profit Intelligence Partners for Flexible Funding program services and extend to 6/30/2024
7.Warhuus, HHCS – Revenue Agreements with California Department of Public Health (CDHP) for 1. Total $383,455 for Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention for years FY 2024, 2025, 2026, and 2. Total $487,170 or $162,390 each year for CalFresh Healthy Living Program FFY 2024, 2025, 2026
8.Warhuus, HHCS – Funding Recommendation and Joint Homekey Application for University Inn at 1461 University for 1. Measure P $8,500,000 for University Inn permanent supportive housing, 2. Measure P $1,000,000 to operate University Inn as emergency shelter prior to conversion to permanent housing program, 3. Authorize submission to CA Housing and Community Development (HCD) for University Inn permanent supportive housing project, 4. Authorize CM or designee to eneter agreements with HCD, 5. Authorize CM or designee to execute all original or amended documents to effectuate these actions.
9.Warhuus, HHCS –
10.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Salary adjustments Local 1 Senior Behavioral Health Clinician by 0.83%, Mental Health Clinical Supervisor by 4.18%, Mental Health Program Supervisor by 7.33%, Assistant Manager of Mental Health Division by 7.33%, and Manager of Mental Health Division by 1.2% effective 1/14/2023
11.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Salary Range Adjustments increase top step salary of Deputy City Manager classification from $277,840.99 to $291,733.04 and the Employee Relations Manager from $175,026.38 to $180,065.60 effective 1/14/2023
12.Ferris, Parks - Contract $260,312.50 includes $52,062.50 contingency with TERCONS Inc. for Aquatic Park Paddling and Rowing Club Parking Lot Improvements
13.Klein, Planning – Grant Funding $80,000 to CA Energy Commission to integrate Application for SolarAPP+ Integration web software to the Permit Service Center operations
14.Garland, Public Works – Amend Contract #32100192 add $200,000 total $2,375,900 with California Constructores for Sidewalk Repairs FY 2020 Project
15.Garland, Public Works – Contract $10,203,711 with JV Lucas Paving, Inc for Street Rehabilitation FY2023 Project
16.Garland, Public Works – Purchase Order $215,000 for one John Deere 320P Backhoe Loader with Pape Machinery, Inc
17.Garland, Public Works – Purchase Order $496,454 with Nicholas K Corp dba Ford Store San Leandro for eight Ford Interceptor Hybrid Utility Vehicles
18.Art Commission – Referral Response Grant Program $300,000 for retaining and improving creative spaces
19.Arreguin co-sponsors Hahn, Harrison, Robinson – Budget Referral $2,000,000 to augment the post COVID-19 Rental Assistance/Anti-Displacement administered by the Eviction Defense Center
20.Arreguin, co-sponsors Hahn, Wengraf – Relinquishment Council Office Budget funds to co-sponsor Bioneers Conference
21.Hahn, co-sponsors Taplin, Wengraf – Budget Referral $40,000 for speed feedback signs for Arlington Ave.
22.Hahn, co-sponsors Taplin, Wengraf – Budget Referral for $35,000 for Pedestrian Safety Upgrades for Arlington Ave, refresh painted markings
23.Wengraf, co-sponsor Hahn - Relinquishment Council Office Budget funds for 2023 Virtual Holocaust Remembrance Day Program
24.Wengraf & Hahn, co-sponsors Arreguin, Bartlett, Hahn – Proclamation in Honor of Holocaust Remembrance Day April 16 from 2-3 pm
25.Robinson, co-sponsor Hahn, Harrison, Taplin – Referral to CM for On-Street Secure Bike Storage
AGENDA on ACTION:
26.Garland, Public Works – Implement Residential Residential Preferential Parking (RPP) on 1600 block of Fifth Street
27.Garland, Public Works – Adopt resolution approving Berkeley Transit-First Policy and appointing two members and one alternative to serve on the Inter-Agency Liaison Committee between COB and AC Transit – moved to consent robinson, Taplin, harrison
28.Harrison , co-sponsor Harrison, Taplin– Adopt Ordinance Adding BMC Chapter 2.102 to Establish a Labor Peace Policy Minimizing Labor/Management Conflict in Berkeley Marina Zone
INFORMATION REPORTS:
29.Fiscal Year 2023 Mid-year Budget Update
30.LPO NOD 1581 1581 LeRoy Ave #LMSAP2022-0009
31.LPO NOD 1325 Arch #LMSAP2022-0013
32.LPO NOD 1911 Fourth Street #LMSAP2022-0014
33.2022 Disaster and Fire Safety Work Plan

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LAND USE CALENDAR:
Public Hearings
            1262 Francisco (add 40 sq ft and 2nd story balcony) 2/28/2023
            469 Kentucky (single family dwelling) 5/23/2023
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage – submitting a new project

WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
April 18 – Hopkins Corridor Plan
May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report 5/16/2023

Unscheduled Presentations:
Climate Action Plan and Resilience Update – regular agenda March 14
City Policies for Managing Parking Around BART Stations – check with Garland ?May

March 12 - March 19, 2023
Worth Noting:
City Council Spring Recess is from March 22 – April 10, 2023. The March 21 City Council meeting is posted and available for public comment. The planned special meetings on March 20 for the Berkeley Marina Area Specific Plan and on March 21 on Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program at 4 pm, Civic Center Vision Project at 4 pm are not yet posted. For updates keep checking the City website at: https://berkeleyca.gov/

A very full week ahead with another atmospheric river arriving on Tuesday.
City Council, Council Committees and the Police Accountability Board will meet in the hybrid format with the option of attending in person or virtually on zoom. The Civic Arts Commission subcommittee will meet via videoconference only on Monday. All other city meetings are in person only.

Monday: The Health Life Enrichment, Equity & Community Committee meets in the hybrid format at 10 am. The City Council meets in closed session in the hybrid format at 3 pm. The Civic Arts Policy subcommittee meets virtually at 4:30 pm and the Youth Commission meets in person at 6:30 pm. The Community for a Cultural Civic Center (CCCC) meets online at 12 noon.
Tuesday: City Council is the go to meeting of the week. If you go in person prepare for a long evening. The City Council meets in a hybrid format starting with a special meeting on the crime report at 4 pm followed with the regular meeting at 6 pm. Item 20 on the agenda is the Droste – Robinson-Wengraf proposal for limiting public comment on all action agenda items to one comment. There are three legally required exceptions: hearings, appeals and quasi-judicial (court-like procedings). The last item of the night Item 25 another Droste proposal limits councilmembers to one major legislative submission per year. (I commented on both of these agenda items in my 2/26/23 Activist’s Diary https://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com/issue/2023-02-26/article/50200?headline=A-BERKELEY-ACTIVIST-S-DIARY-Week-Ending-2-26--Kelly-Hammargren )
Wednesday: The Commission on Aging meets in person at 1:30 pm. The Civic Arts Commission meets in person at 6 pm. The Police Accountability Board is meeting at 6:30 pm in a hybrid format. The Human Welfare and Community Action Commission meets at 6:30 pm in person only. The Commission on Labor meets in person at 7 pm.
Thursday: FITES is scheduled to meet at 1 pm in a hybrid format, but no agenda is posted. The Fair Campaign Practices and Open Government Commission meets at 6 pm in person. The Design Review Committee, Mental Health Commission and Transportation and Infrastructure Commission all meet at 7 pm in person.
Friday: The Climate Emergency Task Force has not posted the agenda for the planned webinar from 9 am – 12 noon. This event will be online.

Directions with links to ZOOM support for activating Closed Captioning and Save Transcript are at the bottom/end of this calendar.

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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS

Sunday, March 12, 2023 - Spring Forward – Daylight Savings Time Begins

Monday, March 13, 2023

HEALTH LIFE ENRICHMENT, EQUITY & COMMUNITY at 10 am
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1608491245
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 160 849 1245
AGENDA: 2. Election of the chair, 3. Bartlett, co-sponsors Arreguin, Harrison, Hahn - Berkeley Food Utility and Access Resilience Measure (FARM)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-health-life-enrichment-equity-community

COMMUNITY for a CULTURAL CIVIC CENTER (CCCC) from 12 - 1 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84774865934?pwd=T1RNOTc2TTNxUnFmTGJpNmNTZmFwUT09
AGENDA: March 21 at 4 pm City Council meeting on the Civic Center
https://berkeleycccc.org/

CITY CCOUNCIL Closed Session at 3 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1612575025
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 161 257 5125
AGENDA: 1. Conference with legal counsel for anticipated litigation pursuant to Section 54956.9(d)(3) from HCD, relates to updating ordinance 7,797-N.S. Efficiency Kitchen and ordinance 7,799-N.S. Wildfire Hazard Evacuation Risk Mitigation Ordinance (limiting ADUs in Hillside Overlay), 2. Existing Litigation a. Mena v. Brad, et al., RG21101938, b, Chen v City of Berkeley 22CV0181148, 3. Anticipated Litigation a. WCAB ADJ12170910 and ADJ11544202
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas

CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION Policy Subcommittee at 4:30 pm
Videoconference ONLY: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1607791795
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 Meeting ID: 160 779 1795
AGENDA: 6. Discussion with possible action a) Poet Laureate Guidelines
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission

YOUTH COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
IN-Person Only: 1730 Oregon, MLK Jr Youth Services Center/YAP
AGENDA: 6. Chair’s Announcements, 7. Director’s Report, 8. Introductions, 9. Discussion: Mental health resources in BUSD, 10. Action Create new group for Remind
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/youth-commission

Tuesday, March 14, 2023

CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 4 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1600955724
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 160 095 5724
AGENDA: Berkeley Police Department Annual Report, 2022 Year End Data Reports
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas

CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1600955724
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 160 095 5724
AGENDA: . Use the link and choose the html option or see the agenda listed at the end of the calendar.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas

Wednesday, March 15, 2023

COMMISSION on AGING at 1:30 pm
In-Person Only: 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. Presentation Berkeley Rides for Seniors & Disabled 2023-2024 Program Plan, Discussion/Action Item: 7. Commissioner Reports, 8. Update on Hopkins Corridor, 9. Multi-generational community programs & projects, 10. Possible letter to City Council regarding Fire Evacuation & Emergency Service Routes, 11. Possible community forum on Age-Friendly andpolicy proposals needed for a graying Berkeley
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-aging

CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person Only: 1901 Russell, Tarea Pittmam South Branch Library
AGENDA: 6. Chair’s report, 7. Presentations, Discussion & Action Items: a. Approval of Design Development, b. Approval of Revised Design for Mural at James Kenney Community Center, c. Draft Poet Laureate Program Guidelines, 8. Staff Report, 9. Committee Reports
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission

COMMISSION on LABOR at 7 pm
In-Person Only: 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center, Multi-Purpose Room
AGENDA: 2. Election chair and vice-chair, 3. Send a letter to council about long time vacancies for the Commission on Aging, 4. Support the Labor Peace Ordinance in the Marina Zone
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-labor

COMMISSION on STATUS of WOMEN
No meeting posted – usually meets the 3rd Wednesday of the month at 6 pm

HUMAN WELFARE and COMMUNITY ACTION COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
In-Person Only: 2800 Park Street, Frances Albrier Community Center
AGENDA: 5. Action - Review City of Berkeley funded agency Program and Financial reports a. Through the Looking Glass, Discussion and Possible Action Items: 6. Concurrent meeting with the Commission on Disabilities regarding action items of mutual interest, not limited to road plans, universal design, accessibility, 7. Support the Commissions on Aging and Disability regarding proposed changes to Hopkins Corridor, 8. Current mechanisms for City employees and service providers to communicate, 9. Requirements for contracted non-profit service providers and transparency of grant reports 10. Eligibility for service as representative of the poor, 11. Accessibility and availability of materials on City website, 12. Letter of support for Center for Independent Living action on Pathways STAIR Center, 13. Accessibility Quality Assessment program to handle non-conforming public facilities.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/human-welfare-and-community-action-commission

POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD at 6:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting:
In-Person: 1301 Shattuck, Live Oak Community Center
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82653396072
(ODPA and PAB are in early stages of working out hybrid format there is the possibility for technical glitches)
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 826 5359 6072
AGENDA: 4. Public Comment on agenda and non-agenda items, 6. ODPA reports, 7. Chair and Board reports, 8. BPD Chief Reports, 9. Policy and Practices relating to the Downtown Task Force and Bike Unit Allegations, Regulations subcommittee, 10, a. Discussion on the proposal for a comprehensive review of BPD’s body-worn camera policies, 11. Public Comment, CLOSED session.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board

Thursday, March 16, 2023

FACILITES, INFRASTRUCTURE, TRANSPORTATION, ENVIRONMENT & SUSTAINABILITY at 1 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-infor.zoomgov.com/j/1601376273
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 160 137 6273
AGENDA: Not posted. Check after Monday
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-facilities-infrastructure-transportation-environment-sustainability

DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE at 7 pm
In-Person Only: 2800 Park Street, Frances Albrier Community Center
AGENDA: 1. 2800 Telegraph @ Stuart – Preliminary Design Review – Demolish existing non-residential structure and construct a 15,792 sq ft 5-story residential building with 16 dwelling units (1 very low income unit) 1 parking space, 19 bicycle spaces
2. 2920 Shattuck @ Russell - Preliminary Design Review – demolish two existing commercial buildings and construct a 10-story density bonus project mixed-use building with 221 dwelling units (including 22 very low income units), 4,090 sq ft of commercial space and 9 parking spaces
3. 2538 Durant between Telegraph and Bowditch - Preliminary Design Review – demolish existing 4-story residential building including 12 dwelling units and construct an 80,829 sq ft 8-story mixed-use building with 1,641 sq ft of ground floor commercial space, 83 dwellings, (including 5 very low income units)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/design-review-committee

FAIR CAMPAIGN PRACTICES COMMISSION (FCPC) & OPEN GOVERNMENT COMMISSION (OGC) at 6 pm
In-Person Only: 2180 Milvia, Cypress Room 1st Floor
AGENDA: FCPC: 5. Reports 6. Biennial adjustment of BERA campaign contribution limit for cost of living, 7. Subcommittee report, OGC: 8. Reports, 9. Letter to City Council regarding commission minutes, 10. In-person meeting Health and Safety Protocols, 11. Possible changes to public commenting for City Council meetings discussion and possible action.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/fair-campaign-practices-commission

MENTAL HEALTH COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person Only: 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center, Conference Room A
AGENDA: 3. Bridge to SCU and SCU Update, 4. 4. Mental Health Manager’s Report and caseload statistics, 5. Subcommittee Reports, 6. Update law enforcement arrests regarding people dementia, 7. Update access to 988 for Berkeley people
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/mental-health-commission

TRANSPORTATION and INFRASTRUCTURE COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person Only: 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA Discussion/Action Items: 1. Workplan, 2. Elect replacement backup speaker for April City Council Meeting on West Hopkins Item
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/transportation-and-infrastructure-commission

BERKELEY RENT STABILIZATION BOARD at 7 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87985893082?pwd=MC9pZ1ljNmJ0WGt3OHE4aHNncVdOZz09
Teleconference: 1-408-638-0968 Meeting ID: 879 8589 3082 Passcode: 917780
AGENDA: 4. Public Comment with 2 minutes per speaker non-agenda items, 5. Public Comment with 2 minutes per speaker for agenda items, 6. Consent b. Authorize Executive Director to execute contract modification with Goldfarb & Lipman LLP thru June 30, 2023, for up to $20,000, c. with Sloan Sakai Yeung & Wong LLP thru June 30, 2023 for up to $80,000, d. Ministerial Waivers, Discretionary Waivers, 7. Public Hearing on Proposed Increase to Annual Registration Fees for FY 2023-2024, 8. Action Items: (Public Comment 1 minute per speaker prior to vote on each action item) a. Chair update, b. Annual registration fee for fully-covered units at $290/unit, c. Annual registration fee for MM units at $37/unit, e. Summer rental fee for fraternities and sororities at $70 per unit, f. Possible letter of support for SB 460 Fair Chance Housing, g. Possible letter of support for SB 466 Costa-Hawkins Rental Housing Act: rental rates.
https://rentboard.berkeleyca.gov/elected-rent-board/rent-board-meetings

Friday, March 17, 2023

CLIMATE, EQUITY & RACE UNITED ACTIONS from 9 am – 12 pm
Check later in week for agenda, Registration is via Eventbrite
https://www.cemtf.org/site/events

Saturday, March 18, 2023 – No city meetings listed
Sunday, March 19, 2023 – No city meetings listed

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March 14, 2023 Agenda for CITY COUNCIL Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1600955724
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 160 095 5724
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas

AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.Arreguin – 2nd reading – Amendments to COVID-19 Emergency Response Ordinance, Suspend the application of the ordinance to commercial property, permit lawful owner move-in evictions, and establish a Transition Period during which time specified evictions would be prohibited
2.Harrison – 2nd reading - Modifies Environment and Climate Commission membership to add two youth members appointed by council in addition to commissioners appointed by each councilmember and mayor.
3.Oyekanmi, Finance - Formal Bid Solicitations $2,802,400 (Mobile Wellness Services for individuals who are unhoused and living in area encampments).
4.Sprague, Fire – Contract $400,000 with KLD Engineering, P.C. for Evacuation and Response Time Modeling from 4/1/2023 to 6/30/2024 with option to renew for $100,000 for additional 2 years
5.Warhuus, HHCS – Contract $350,000 with GoGo Technologies Inc for Transportation Services for Seniors and Disabled from 4/1/2023 to 6/30/2026 for 24/7 call center to arrange rides with Uber and Lyft for customers of the Aging Services Division’s Berkeley Rides for Seniors and Disabled
6.Warhuus, HHCS – Contract $128,315 with mySidewalk, Inc for HHCS Web-Based Population Health Data Platform 3/15/2023 to 3/14/2026
7.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Amend Contract 32000225 add $149,000 total $349,000 and extend 6/30/2024 with Its Personnel Consulting for Recruitment, Hiring, and Independent Workplace Investigation
8.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Amend Contract 32100046 add $139,000 total $189,000 with HR Acuity, LLC for Case Management and Employee Relations Software
9.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Purchase Order $150,000 with Glassdoor to Provide Search Engine Optimization (SEO) and Ad Work from4/1/2023 to 3/31/2025
10.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Purchase Order $150,000 with Indeed to Provide Search Engine Optimization (SEO) and Ad Work from4/1/2023 to 3/31/2025
11.Fong, IT – Amend Contract 31900187 add $106,000 total $278,000 with LV.NET (formerly Towerstream) for Secondary Internet for Redundancy and Load Balancing from 10/3/2017 to 6/30/2024
12.Arreguin co-sponsors Hahn, Harrison, Wengraf – Opposition to Initiative #1935 deceptively named “Taxpayer Protection and Government Accountability Act”
13.Arreguin, co-sponsor Robinson, Hahn – Resolution Support SB 50 – would allow Berkeley to move forward with BerkDOT program for a Berkeley Department of Transportation instead of police to enforce vehicle or bike low-level infractions (traffic stops and enforcement)
14.Arreguin, co-sponsors Hahn, Harrison, Wengraf – Support SB 252 State Divestment from Fossil Fuels
15.Taplin, co-sponsors Harrison, Robinson – Budget Referral Vision 2050 Complete Streets Parcel Tax Community Engagement and Program Plan refer $400,000 to June 2023 mid-year budget update to conduct community engagement, public information campaign and program plan development and climate resilient infrastructure
16.Taplin co-sponsors Robinson – Support Unionization Efforts by Urban Ore Workers under representation by the IWW Union 670
17.Taplin, co-sponsor - Robinson - Support for SB 58 Controlled Substances, decriminalization
18.Robinson, co-sponsor Arreguin, Hahn, Harrison – Support SB 466 reforming Costa-Hawkins Rental Housing Act
19.Robinson, co-sponsor Hahn – Support H.R. 852 Investing in Safer Traffic Stops Act
AGENDA on ACTION:
20.Droste – REFORMS TO PUBLIC COMMENT PROCEDURES AT MEETINGS OF THE BERKELEY CITY COUNCIL – LIMITS PUBLIC COMMENT TO ONCE FOR THE AGENDA ON CONSENT AND ONCE FOR THE ENTIRE AGENDA ON ACTION with three exceptions: hearings, appeals and quasi-judicial (court like) proceedings. After all the council votes have been taken, all decisions made, the public would have a 3rd opportunity to speak before the council adjourns.
21.Sprague, Fire - Ambulance User Fee Increase
22.Fair Campaign Practices Commission – Cost of Living Adjustment for $250 campaign contribution limit increase by nearest $10 in every odd-numbered year
23.Klein, Planning – Climate Action Plan and Resilience Update
24.Hollander, Economic Development – Berkeley Economic Dashboards Update – move to action
25.Droste – Bureaucratic Effectiveness and Referral Improvement and Prioritization Effort (BE RIPE) limits submission of legislation to 1 item per year per council member and 2 items per year for the mayor

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March 21, 2023 Agenda for CITY COUNCIL Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1604192052
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 160 419 2052
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas

AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.Brown, City Attorney – Resolution Reviewing and Ratifying the Proclamation of Local COVID Emergency
2.Williams-Ridley, City Manager (CM) – Designate the Line of Succession for the Director of Emergency Services in the event of an emergency
3.Sprague, Fire - Grant Application: FEMA to expand National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1582/1583 for $840,000 with 10% or $84,000 city matching funds for Wellness, Fitness and Human Performance Program
4.Warhuus, HHCS - Amend Contract #32200156 add $561,917.11 total $1,201,917.11 with Options Recovery Services for Community Response Services and extend to 12/31/2023
5.Warhuus, HHCS - Amend Contract #32200147 add $75,600 total $195,000 with Women’s Daytime Drop-in Center for Community Crisis Response Services and extend to 12/31/2023
6.Warhuus, HHCS - Amend Contract #32300025 add $300,000 total $350,000 with Non-Profit Intelligence Partners for Flexible Funding program services and extend to 6/30/2024
7.Warhuus, HHCS – Revenue Agreements with California Department of Public Health (CDHP) for 1. Total $383,455 for Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention for years FY 2024, 2025, 2026, and 2. Total $487,170 or $162,390 each year for CalFresh Healthy Living Program FFY 2024, 2025, 2026
8.Warhuus, HHCS – Funding Recommendation and Joint Homekey Application for University Inn at 1461 University for 1. Measure P $8,500,000 for University Inn permanent supportive housing, 2. Measure P $1,000,000 to operate University Inn as emergency shelter prior to conversion to permanent housing program, 3. Authorize submission to CA Housing and Community Development (HCD) for University Inn permanent supportive housing project, 4. Authorize CM or designee to eneter agreements with HCD, 5. Authorize CM or designee to execute all original or amended documents to effectuate these actions.
9.Warhuus, HHCS –
10.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Salary adjustments Local 1 Senior Behavioral Health Clinician by 0.83%, Mental Health Clinical Supervisor by 4.18%, Mental Health Program Supervisor by 7.33%, Assistant Manager of Mental Health Division by 7.33%, and Manager of Mental Health Division by 1.2% effective 1/14/2023
11.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Salary Range Adjustments increase top step salary of Deputy City Manager classification from $277,840.99 to $291,733.04 and the Employee Relations Manager from $175,026.38 to $180,065.60 effective 1/14/2023
12.Ferris, Parks - Contract $260,312.50 includes $52,062.50 contingency with TERCONS Inc. for Aquatic Park Paddling and Rowing Club Parking Lot Improvements
13.Klein, Planning – Grant Funding $80,000 to CA Energy Commission to integrate Application for SolarAPP+ Integration web software to the Permit Service Center operations
14.Garland, Public Works – Amend Contract #32100192 add $200,000 total $2,375,900 with California Constructores for Sidewalk Repairs FY 2020 Project
15.Garland, Public Works – Contract $10,203,711 with JV Lucas Paving, Inc for Street Rehabilitation FY2023 Project
16.Garland, Public Works – Purchase Order $215,000 for one John Deere 320P Backhoe Loader with Pape Machinery, Inc
17.Garland, Public Works – Purchase Order $496,454 with Nicholas K Corp dba Ford Store San Leandro for eight Ford Interceptor Hybrid Utility Vehicles
18.Art Commission – Referral Response Grant Program $300,000 for retaining and improving creative spaces
19.Arreguin co-sponsors Hahn, Harrison, Robinson – Budget Referral $2,000,000 to augment the post COVID-19 Rental Assistance/Anti-Displacement administered by the Eviction Defense Center
20.Arreguin, co-sponsors Hahn, Wengraf – Relinquishment Council Office Budget funds to co-sponsor Bioneers Conference
21.Hahn, co-sponsors Taplin, Wengraf – Budget Referral $40,000 for speed feedback signs for Arlington Ave.
22.Hahn, co-sponsors Taplin, Wengraf – Budget Referral for $35,000 for Pedestrian Safety Upgrades for Arlington Ave, refresh painted markings
23.Wengraf, co-sponsor Hahn - Relinquishment Council Office Budget funds for 2023 Virtual Holocaust Remembrance Day Program
24.Wengraf & Hahn, co-sponsors Arreguin, Bartlett – Proclamation in Honor of Holocaust Remembrance Day April 16 from 2-3 pm
25.Robinson, co-sponsor Hahn, Harrison, Taplin – Referral to CM for On-Street Secure Bike Storage
AGENDA on ACTION:
26.Garland, Public Works – Implement Residential Residential Preferential Parking (RPP) on 1600 block of Fifth Street
27.Garland, Public Works – Adopt resolution approving Berkeley Transit-First Policy and appointing two members and one alternative to serve on the Inter-Agency Liaison Committee between COB and AC Transit
28.Harrison , co-sponsor Harrison, Taplin– Adopt Ordinance Adding BMC Chapter 2.102 to Establish a Labor Peace Policy Minimizing Labor/Management Conflict in Berkeley Marina Zone
INFORMATION REPORTS:
29.Fiscal Year 2023 Mid-year Budget Update
30.LPO NOD 1581 1581 LeRoy Ave #LMSAP2022-0009
31.LPO NOD 1325 Arch #LMSAP2022-0013
32.LPO NOD 1911 Fourth Street #LMSAP2022-0014
33.2022 Disaster and Fire Safety Work Plan

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LAND USE CALENDAR:

Public Hearings
            1262 Francisco (add 40 sq ft and 2nd story balcony) 2/28/2023
            469 Kentucky (single family dwelling) 5/23/2023
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage – submitting a new project

WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:

March 7 - Berkeley Marina Area Specific Plan Canceled
March 14 – Annual Crime Report at 4 pm
March 20 – EXPECTED - BERKELEY MARINA AREA SPECIFIC PLAN
March 21 - Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program at 4 pm, Civic Center Vision Project at 4 pm
April 18 – Hopkins Corridor Plan
May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report 5/16/2023

Unscheduled Presentations:
Climate Action Plan and Resilience Update – regular agenda March 14
City Policies for Managing Parking Around BART Stations – check with Garland ?May

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March 5 - March 12, 2023
Worth Noting:
City meetings at 2180 Milvia in the Redwood Room (City Council committees) and at 1231 Addison in the BUSD Board Room (City Council and ZAB) are hybrid, in-person and by videoconference. All other city commission and board meetings in city buildings at 2939 Ellis the South Berkeley Senior Center, 2800 Park the Frances Albrier Community Center and Live Oak Park are in-person only.

SUNDAY: At 2 pm is the North Berkeley BART Housing Site Walk
MONDAY: At 12 noon the Community for a Cultural Civic Center (CCCC) meets via ZOOM. At 2:30 pm the Agenda and Rules Committee meets on a hybrid format on the draft agenda for the March 21 regular City Council meeting. The Peace and Justice Commission and the Personnel Board meet in person at 7 pm.
TUESDAY: CANCELED - The planned Council worksession on BMASP (Berkeley Marina Area Specific Plan) has been canceled.
WEDNESDAY: From 8 – 11 am is the planting of 40 native California trees. At 5:30 pm the Police Accountability Board (PAB) holds an in-person special meeting on fixed camera surveillance policies. At 7 pm the Parks, Recreation and Waterfront Commission meets at 7 pm with a full agenda on the marina, capital projects, aquatic park and grants.
THURSDAY: At 10 am the Budget Committee meets in a hybrid format. At 7 pm ZAB meets in a hybrid format. Two projects are in the Hillside Overlay, the high fire hazard area. The Hayward Fault runs through the Berkeley Hills and many areas of the hills are mapped as hillside slide areas.
SATURDAY: At 10 am the Berkeley Neighborhoods Council (BNC) meets for the first time in a hybrid format. The agenda is not posted yet. BNC meetings are always full and worth attending.
SUNDAY: At noon there is a special gathering at Peoples Park

The Droste proposal to limit Public Comment at City Council meetings was rescheduled from February 28 to the March 14 City Council meeting as the first action item, item-20
The proposals were item-19 in February 28 council meeting agenda which is why these commentaries from Councilmember Kate Harrison, Phil Allen D-1 Resident and the Activist’s Diary from February 26, 2023 list the Droste & Robinson/Wengraf proposals as item 19.

The full Agenda for the March 14 City Council meeting is after the calendar of meetings and after the draft agenda for the March 21 City Council meeting.
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
Links to ZOOM support for activating Closed Captioning and Save Transcript are at the bottom of this calendar.

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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS

Sunday, March 5, 2023

NORTH BERLELEY BART HOUSING SITE WALK at 2 pm
Meet at the station building to begin the public walk tour.
https://www.northberkeleyhousingpartners.com/

Monday, March 6, 2023

COMMUNITY FOR A CULTURAL CIVIC CENTER (CCCC) at 12 noon
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84774865934?pwd=T1RNOTc2TTNxUnFmTGJpNmNTZmFwUT09
Teleconference: Meeting ID:
AGENDA: General meeting and planning for the March 21 City Council work session on the Civic Center Plan
https://berkeleycccc.org/what-were-about

AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/s/1615313815
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 161 531 3815
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 3/21/2023 draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda below at the end of the list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Workssessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review: 8. COVID, 9. Discussion of Potential Changes to City Council Legislative Process, Unscheduled Items: 10. Strengthening and Supporting City Commission: Guidance on Development of Legislative Proposals, 11. Discussion Regarding Design and Strengthening of Policy Committees Process and Structure (Including Budget Referrals),
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules

PEACE and JUSTICE COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person Only: 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 4. Public Comment, 6. Commission & Chairperson’s Report, 7. Secretary’s Report, Discussion/Action Items: 8. Reimaging Public safety, 9. Shellmound Issues and possible modification of land acknowledgement, 10. Update Reproductive services and Education Access Survey, 11. Update BUSD on Ethnic Studies, 12. Seating at Berkeley Post Offices
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/peace-and-justice-commission

PERSONNEL BOARD at 7 pm
In-Person Only: at 1301 Shattuck at Live Oak Community Center, Fireside Room
AGENDA: III: Public Comment, V. Request for Extension of Temporary Animal Services Assistant, VI. Recommendation to Create New Classifications of Electrical Supervisor and Communications Supervisor in Public Works, Facilities Division IBEW
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/personnel-board

Tuesday, March 7, 2023 – CANCELED Meeting on the BMASP (Berkeley Marina Area Specific Plan)

Wednesday, March 8, 2023

PARKS, RECREATION and WATERFRONT (PRW) at 7 pm
In-Person Only: 2800 Park St Auditorium
AGENDA: 6. Public comment, 7. Chair’s Report, 8. Director’s Report, 9. Discussion/Action – Potential FY 2023-2023 PRW Capital Projects Reductions, 10. Update Marina BMASP (Berkeley Marina Area Specific Plan), 11. Update: Marina – project grant funding from Sate Coastal Conservancy, 12. Update – Aquatic Park water Quality, 13. Update – aquatic Park Berkeley Commons 600 Addison, 14. Workplan
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/parks-recreation-and-waterfront-commission

POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD at 5:30 pm
In-Person Only: 2939 South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 3. Special comment Public Comment limited to agenda items, 4. Presentation of the Policy Review Board on Proposed BPD Policies 351 (External Fixed Video Surveillance Cameras) and 1304 (Surveillance Use Policy - External Fixed Video Surveillance Cameras). (56 page packet contains the current policies, camera sites, and council approval of purchasing surveillance cameras)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board

JOHN HINKEL PARK TREE PLANTING from 8 am – 11 am
At 41 Somerset Place
AGENDA: If joining in the planting wear closed toes shoes and plan to get dirty – city supplies the tools or watch the planting of 40 California native trees – 30 coast live oak and 10 California buckeyes
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/john-hinkel-park-tree-planting

Thursday, March 9, 2023

BUDGET & FINANCE COMMITTEE at 10 am
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1601862854
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 160 186 2854
AGENDA: 2. Friedrichsen, Budget Manager - Unfunded Liability Obligations and Unfunded Needs, 3. Robinson & Arreguin - Approval of the Public East Bay Viability Study.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-budget-finance

ZONING ADJUSTMENTS BOARD at 7 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison, BUSD Board Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83222545623
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 or 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 832 2254 5623
AGENDA: 3. 2600 Benevenue – On Consent – Legalize unpermitted addition and add two ADUs (1723 sq ft) to a 2-story 4,906 sq ft apartment building with 8 dwelling units
4. 612 Cragmont – On Consent – Construct new 2-story (height 33 ft) 2095 sq ft single family dwelling and one-car garage with a roof deck (20 feet) on a 16,550 sq ft vacant lot in Hillside Overlay District (High Fire Hazard Zone)
5. 725-A Gilman – On Consent – establish a winery with tasting room and incidental retail sales of goods under Type 2 ABC license
6. 870 Santa Barbara – On Action – Appeal of Administrative Use Permit – To construct a 6 ft fence on top of a 3-ft retaining wall in Hillside Overlay District (High Fire Hazard Zone)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zoning-adjustments-board

Friday, March 10, 2023 – A Reduced City Service Day

Saturday, March 11, 2023

BERKELEY NEIGHBORHOODS COUNCIL at 10 am
Hybrid:
In-Person: at 1901 Russell, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library
Videoconference:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/4223188307?pwd=dFlNMVlVZ2d6b0FnSHh3ZlFwV2NMdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 8422 318 8307 Passcode: 521161
AGENDA: Not posted, check later in the week
https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/

Sunday, March 12, 2023
Community Climate Healing Gathering at Peoples Park from 12 – 3 pm

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AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
DRAFT AGENDA for March 21 City Council Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/s/1615313815
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 161 531 3815
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules

AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.Brown, City Attorney – Resolution Reviewing and Ratifying the Proclamation of Local COVID Emergency
2.Williams-Ridley, City Manager – Designate the Line of Succession for the Director of Emergency Services in the event of an emergency
3.Sprague, Fire - Grant Application: FEMA to expand National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1582/1583 for $840,000 with 10% or $84,000 city matching funds for Wellness, Fitness and Human Performance Program
4.Warhuus, HHCS - Amend Contract #32200156 add $561,917.11 total $1,201,917.11 with Options Recovery Services for Community Response Services and extend to 12/31/2023
5.Warhuus, HHCS - Amend Contract #32200147 add $75,600 total $195,000 with Women’s Daytime Drop-in Center for Community Crisis Response Services and extend to 12/31/2023
6.Warhuus, HHCS - Amend Contract #32300025 add $300,000 total $350,000 with Non-Profit Intelligence Partners for Flexible Funding program services and extend to 6/30/2024
7.Warhuus, HHCS – Revenue Agreements with California Department of Public Health (CDHP) for 1. Total $383,455 for Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention for years FY 2024, 2025, 2026, and 2. Total $487,170 or $162,390 each year for CalFresh Healthy Living Program FFY 2024, 2025, 2026
8.Warhuus, HHCS – Funding Recommendation and Joint Homekey Application for University Inn at 1461 University for 1. Measure P $8,500,000 for University Inn permanent supportive housing, 2. Measure P $1,000,000 to operate University Inn as emergency shelter prior to conversion to permanent housing program, 3. Authorize submission to CA Housing and Community Development (HCD) for University Inn permanent supportive housing project, 4. Authorize CM or designee to eneter agreements with HCD, 5. Authorize CM or designee to execute all original or amended documents to effectuate these actions.
9.Warhuus, HHCS –
10.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Salary adjustments Local 1 Senior Behavioral Health Clinician by 0.83%, Mental Health Clinical Supervisor by 4.18%, Mental Health Program Supervisor by 7.33%, Assistant Manager of Mental Health Division by 7.33%, and Manager of Mental Health Division by 1.2% effective 1/14/2023
11.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Salary Range Adjustments increase top step salary of Deputy City Manager classification from $277,840.99 to $291,733.04 and the Employee Relations Manager fro $175,026.38 to $180,065.60 effective 1/14/2023
12.Ferris, Parks - Contract $260,312.50 includes $52,062.50 contingency with TERCONS Inc. for Aquatic Park Paddling and Rowing Club Parking Lot Improvements
13.Klein, Planning – Grant Funding $80,000 to CA Energy Commission to integrate Application for SolarAPP+ Integration web software to the Permit Service Center operations
14.Garland, Public Works – Amend Contract #32100192 add $200,000 total $2,375,900 with California Constructores for Sidewalk Repairs FY 2020 Project
15.Garland, Public Works – Contract $10,203,711 with JV Lucas Paving, Inc for Street Rehabilitation FY2023 Project
16.Garland, Public Works – Purchase Order $215,000 for one John Deere 320P Backhoe Loader with Pape Machinery, Inc
17.Garland, Public Works – Purchase Order $496,454 with Nicholas K Corp dba Ford Store San Leandro for eight Ford Interceptor Hybrid Utility Vehicles
18.Art Commission – Referral Response Grant Program $300,000 for retaining and improving creative spaces
19.Mental Health Commission – Resolution to Adopt a City-Wide “Care First, Jails Last” Policy
20.Peace and Justice Commission – Referral of two health educator positions to the COB FY 2024 budget process
21.Arreguin co-sponsors Hahn, Harrison, Taplin – Budget Referral $2,000,000 to augment the post COVID-19 Rental Assistance/Anti-Displacement administered by the Eviction Defense Center
22.Arreguin, co-sponsor Wengraf – Relinquishment Council Office Budget funds to co-sponsor Bioneers Conference
23.Hahn, co-sponsor Wengraf – Budget Referral $40,000 for speed feedback signs for Arlington Ave.
24.Hahn, co-sponsor Wengraf – Budget Referral for $35,000 for Pedestrian Safety Upgrades for Arlington Ave, refresh painted markings
25.Wengraf - Relinquishment Council Office Budget funds for 2023 Virtual Holocaust Remembrance Day Program
26.Wengraf – Proclamation in Honor of Holocaust Remembrance Day April 16 from 2-3 pm
AGENDA on ACTION:
27.Garland, Public Works – Implement Residential Residential Preferential Parking (RPP) on 1600 block of Fifth Street
28.Friedrichsen, Budget Manager – Presentation Unfunded Liability Obligations and Unfunded Infrastructure Needs
29.Garland, Public Works – Adopt resolution approving Berkeley Transit-First Policy and appointing two members and one alternative to serve on the Inter-Agency Liaison Committee between COB and AC Transit
30.Taplin & Bartlett – Incentives for Equitable and Affordable Middle Housing refer to CM and Planning Commission to study and return to Council potential amendments to BMC and General Plan (Middle Housing is duplexes, triplexes and quadplexes ) – this adds ADUs
31.Harrison , co-sponsor Harrison, Taplin– Adopt Ordinance Adding BMC Chapter 2.102 to Establish a Labor Peace Policy Minimizing Labor/Management Conflict in Berkeley Marina Zone
32.Robinson, co-sponsor Hahn, Harrison, Taplin – Referral to CM for On-Street Secure Bike Storage
INFORMATION REPORTS:
33.Fiscal Year 2023 Mid-year Budget Update
34.LPO NOD 1581 1581 LeRoy Ave #LMSAP2022-0009
35.LPO NOD 1325 Arch #LMSAP2022-0013
36.LPO NOD 1911 Fourth Street #LMSAP2022-0014
37.2022 Disaster and Fire Safety Work Plan

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March 14, 2023 Agenda for CITY COUNCIL Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1600955724
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 160 095 5724
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas

AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.Arreguin – 2nd reading – Amendments to COVID-19 Emergency Response Ordinance, Suspend the application of the ordinance to commercial property, permit lawful owner move-in evictions, and establish a Transition Period during which time specified evictions would be prohibited
2.Harrison – 2nd reading - Modifies Environment and Climate Commission membership to add two youth members appointed by council in addition to commissioners appointed by each councilmember and mayor.
3.Oyekanmi, Finance - Formal Bid Solicitations $2,802,400 (Mobile Wellness Services for individuals who are unhoused and living in area encampments).
4.Sprague, Fire – Contract $400,000 with KLD Engineering, P.C. for Evacuation and Response Time Modeling from 4/1/2023 to 6/30/2024 with option to renew for $100,000 for additional 2 years
5.Warhuus, HHCS – Contract $350,000 with GoGo Technologies Inc for Transportation Services for Seniors and Disabled from 4/1/2023 to 6/30/2026 for 24/7 call center to arrange rides with Uber and Lyft for customers of the Aging Services Division’s Berkeley Rides for Seniors and Disabled
6.Warhuus, HHCS – Contract $128,315 with mySidewalk, Inc for HHCS Web-Based Population Health Data Platform 3/15/2023 to 3/14/2026
7.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Amend Contract 32000225 add $149,000 total $349,000 and extend 6/30/2024 with Its Personnel Consulting for Recruitment, Hiring, and Independent Workplace Investigation
8.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Amend Contract 32100046 add $139,000 total $189,000 with HR Acuity, LLC for Case Management and Employee Relations Software
9.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Purchase Order $150,000 with Glassdoor to Provide Search Engine Optimization (SEO) and Ad Work from4/1/2023 to 3/31/2025
10.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Purchase Order $150,000 with Indeed to Provide Search Engine Optimization (SEO) and Ad Work from4/1/2023 to 3/31/2025
11.Fong, IT – Amend Contract 31900187 add $106,000 total $278,000 with LV.NET (formerly Towerstream) for Secondary Internet for Redundancy and Load Balancing from 10/3/2017 to 6/30/2024
12.Arreguin co-sponsors Hahn, Harrison, Wengraf – Opposition to Initiative #1935 deceptively named “Taxpayer Protection and Government Accountability Act”
13.Arreguin, co-sponsor Robinson, Hahn – Resolution Support SB 50 – would allow Berkeley to move forward with BerkDOT program for a Berkeley Department of Transportation instead of police to enforce vehicle or bike low-level infractions (traffic stops and enforcement)
14.Arreguin, co-sponsors Hahn, Harrison, Wengraf – Support SB 252 State Divestment from Fossil Fuels
15.Taplin, co-sponsors Harrison, Robinson – Budget Referral Vision 2050 Complete Streets Parcel Tax Community Engagement and Program Plan refer $400,000 to June 2023 mid-year budget update to conduct community engagement, public information campaign and program plan development and climate resilient infrastructure
16.Taplin co-sponsors Robinson – Support Unionization Efforts by Urban Ore Workers under representation by the IWW Union 670
17.Taplin, co-sponsor - Robinson - Support for SB 58 Controlled Substances, decriminalization
18.Robinson, co-sponsor Arreguin, Hahn, Harrison – Support SB 466 reforming Costa-Hawkins Rental Housing Act
19.Robinson, co-sponsor Hahn – Support H.R. 852 Investing in Safer Traffic Stops Act
AGENDA on ACTION:
20.Droste – REFORMS TO PUBLIC COMMENT PROCEDURES AT MEETINGS OF THE BERKELEY CITY COUNCIL – LIMITS PUBLIC COMMENT TO ONCE FOR THE AGENDA ON CONSENT AND ONCE FOR THE ENTIRE AGENDA ON ACTION with three exceptions: hearings, appeals and quasi-judicial (court like) proceedings. After all the council votes have been taken, all decisions made, the public would have a 3rd opportunity to speak before the council adjourns.
21.Sprague, Fire - Ambulance User Fee Increase
22.Fair Campaign Practices Commission – Cost of Living Adjustment for $250 campaign contribution limit increase by nearest $10 in every odd-numbered year
23.Klein, Planning – Climate Action Plan and Resilience Update
24.Hollander, Economic Development – Berkeley Economic Dashboards Update – move to action
25.Droste – Bureaucratic Effectiveness and Referral Improvement and Prioritization Effort (BE RIPE) limits submission of legislation to 1 item per year per council member and 2 items per year for the mayor

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LAND USE CALENDAR:

Public Hearings
            1262 Francisco (add 40 sq ft and 2nd story balcony) 2/28/2023
            469 Kentucky (single family dwelling) 5/23/2023
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage – submitting a new project

WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:

March 7 - Berkeley Marina Area Specific Plan Canceled
March 14 – Annual Crime Report at 4 pm
March 21 - Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program at 4 pm, Civic Center Vision Project at 4 pm
April 18 – Hopkins Corridor Plan
May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report 5/16/2023

Unscheduled Presentations:
Climate Action Plan and Resilience Update – regular agenda March 14
City Policies for Managing Parking Around BART Stations – check with Garland ?May

For Online Public Meetings
CLOSED CAPTIONING, SAVE TRANSCRIPT OVERVIEW, DIRECTIONS and ZOOM SUPPORT LINKS:

ZOOM has as part of the program - (for no extra cost) Closed Captioning (CC). It turns computer voice recognition into a transcript. Accuracy of the Closed Captioning is affected by background noise, the volume and clarity of the speaker, lexicons/wordbook and dialect of the speaker. The transcript will not be perfect, but most of the time reading through it the few words that don't fit, can be deciphered, like Shattuck was transcribed as Shadow in one recent transcript.

Here is the link to ZOOM Support for how to set up Closed Captioning for a meeting or webinar:
https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/8158738379917#h_01GHWATNVPW5FR304S2SVGXN2X

Here is the link to ZOOM Support for attendees in how to save Closed Captions:
https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/360060958752-Using-save-captions#h_01F5XW3BGWJAKJFWCHPPZGBD70

February 26 - March 5, 2023
Worth Noting:
Plan Ahead: City Commissions return to in-person only attendance on March 1, 2023. Check calendar post when planning to attend city meetings for location and if online option is available.

SUNDAY: The BART site walk is rescheduled for March 5
MONDAY: At 2:30 pm the Agenda and Rules Committee item-9 Droste’s Legislative process (limiting legislation) is on the agenda. At 6:30 pm is a special City Council meeting (online only) on the COVID emergency and the Rental Eviction Moratorium. At 6 pm Speaking Up for Point Molate (online only) presents GeoTracker the Water Board’s monitoring system that provides progress on groundwater cleanup. At 7 pm the Sierra Club Conservation Committee meets. The Berkeley Bird Safe Ordinance is expected to come up for discussion around 7:45 pm. It follows Aquatic Park.
TUESDAY: At 4 pm is a City Council special meeting on increasing the solid waste container fees to cover cost. The Zero Waste Commission meets 6 pm
The Go To Meeting is Tuesday at 6 pm the City Council regular meeting with a submission from Robinson and Wengraf to limit public participation in city council meetings by restricting public comment to a single comment on all action items. On Tuesday evening this major change is scheduled to come up for a vote as the very LAST ITEM of the evening, agenda item-19. This started as a Droste item and then Robinson and Wengraf submitted an alternative (supplemental) The Exceptions to a single comment are when a public hearing, an appeal or a quasi-judicial (court like) item are on the agenda. In these exceptions the public may comment on those individual items.
WEDNESDAY: Both BOLT (in-person) and the Ohlone Park Improvements (online) meet at 6:30 pm. The Homeless Services Panel of Experts meets at 7 pm.
At 7 pm the Bird Safe Ordinance hearing is on the Planning Commission agenda. The proposed ordinance DOES NOT meet the American Bird Conservancy model ordinance to reduce bird collisions see: https://abcbirds.org/glass-collisions/bird-friendly-legislation/
THURSDAY: At 1 pm FITES meets on GEG emissions and Climate Action Plan. Item-5 is for $600,000 total for studies for adding bike lanes, dedicated bus lanes and raised platforms to University and modifying Shattuck - all of these traffic narrowing impacts emergency access and evacuation routes. The HAC and LPC meet at 7 pm. WETA meets at 1 pm ferry ridership continues to drop. At 4 pm is a Webinar (online) on Transforming the Nation's Food System.
SUNDAY March 5: At 2 pm North Berkeley BART Housing Site walk at 2 pm

Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/

Directions with links to ZOOM support for activating Closed Captioning and Save Transcript are at the bottom of this calendar.

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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS

Sunday, February 26, 2023 - The North Berkeley BART site walk is rescheduled to March 5

Monday, February 27, 2023

AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1603320255
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 160 332 0255
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 3/14/2023 draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda after list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Workssessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review: 8. COVID, 9. Discussion of Potential Changes to City Council Legislative Process, Unscheduled Items: 10. Discussion Regarding Design and Strengthening of Policy Committees, 11. Supporting Commissions, Guidance on Legislative Proposals.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules

CITY COUNCIL Closed Session at 4:30 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1616821086
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 161 682 1086
AGENDA: 1. Pending litigation a. Cantin v. City of Berkeley Alameda Co Superior Cout #22CV009096, b. Government Claim of Gregory H. McCormick, 2. Conference with City property negotiators for 1619 University (Campus Motel), 3. Conference with labor negotiators related to Berkeley Fire Fighters Assoc. Local 1227.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas

CITY COUNCIL Special Session at 6:30 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1600096551
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 160 009 6551
AGENDA: 1. Extends the Covered Period of the COVID-19 Emergency Response for 60 days beyond the expiration of the local emergency, 2. Amends COVID-19 Emergency Response Ordinance related to evictions establishing a transition period.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas

SPEAKING UP for POINT MOLATE FROM 6 – 7 PM
Videoconference: https://sierraclub.zoom.us/j/99891619534
AGENDA: Celina Hernandez, Senior Engineering Geologist at SF Bay Regional water Quality Control Board presents: How to Use GeoTracker – GeoTracker is the Water Board’s data management system for sites that require groundwater cleanup and for permitted facilities that could impact groundwater.

SIERRA CLUB CONSERVATION COMMITTEE at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/94074312465?pwd=SFphVkFQVDAxb2hHazdieklnM3ZSdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 940 7431 2465 Password: 778447
AGENDA: 4. Berkeley (Expected to start around 7:45 pm) Aquatic Park is first item for Berkeley followed with the Berkeley Bird Safe Ordinance that is before the Planning Commission on Wednesday.
https://act.sierraclub.org/events/details?formcampaignid=7013q000002GupAAAS&mapLinkHref=

Tuesday, February 28, 2023

CITY COUNCIL Special Session at 4 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison, School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1610465939
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 161 046 5939
AGENDA: 1. Five Year Zero Waste Schedule, the current fee for the smaller solid waste containers do not cover the cost with proposed increases starting at per month $6 for 20-gallon and 32 gallon and $5.25 for 45 gallon, the chart of rate increases is on page 4 of the HTML packet
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas

CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison, School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1610465939
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 161 046 5939
AGENDA: Use the link and choose the html option (at website) or see the agenda as listed at the end of the calendar.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas

ZERO WASTE COMMISSION at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/s/82587046286
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 825 8704 6286
AGENDA: 6. Staff Updates on Rate Schedule, progress on Zero Waste Strategic Plan, SB 1383 Implementation, SUDs Ordinance Enforcement, Discussion and Action Items: 1. Woolsey Garden Presentation, Lithium Ion Battery Discussion, 3. Compost Kitchen Pails & Batteries, 3. Officer Elections, 4. Update on Rates,
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zero-waste-commission

Wednesday, March 1, 2023

BOARD OF LIBRARY TRUSTEES (BOLT) at 6:30 pm
Central Library, Teen Room 1st Floor
AGENDA: III.A. Recruitment process to fill BOLT vacancy
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees

HOMELESS SERVICES PANEL of EXPERTS at 7 pm
1301 Shattuck, Live Oak Recreation Center, Fireside Room
AGENDA: 6. Staff Update Here/There Closure, Emergency Resolution Grant Funding, 7. Chair Report, 8. Mission and goals, 9. Report on Council Budget meetings, 11. Homeless Services and inclement weather
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/homeless-services-panel-experts

PLANNING COMMISSION at 7 pm
2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 10. Elections of Chair and Vice-Chair, 11. Public Hearing Bird Safe Ordinance, 12. Discussion Pacific Steel Casting Zoning and General Plan
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/planning-commission

OHLONE PARK IMPROVEMENTS COMMUNITY MEETING from 6:30 – 8 pm
Videoconference: See the flyer or webpage for link to register for meeting https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/documents/Ohlone%20Park%20Restroom%20Lighting%20Community%20Meeting%203-1-23_0.pdf
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 844 2930 2020 Passcode: 130415
AGENDA: Restroom and Lighting improvements at Ohlone Park
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/ohlone-park-improvements-community-meeting

Thursday, March 2, 2023

FACILITIES, INFRASTRUCTURE, TRANSPORTATION, ENVIRONMENT & SUSTAINABILITY (FITES) at 1 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1611429430
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 161 142 9430
AGENDA: 2. Harrison, co-sponsors Bartlett, Hahn – Adopt Ordinance adding new chapter BMC 12.01 Establishing Emergency Greenhous Gas Limits, Process for Updated Climate action Plan, Monitoring, Evaluation, Reporting and Regional Cooperation, 3. Garland – Audit Status Report Fleet Replacement and Berkeley Streets, 4. Taplin – 51 Bus Rapid Transit 1. Refer to City Manager the development of implementation and community engagement plan to install Bus Rapid Transit with Dedicated bus lanes, transit signal priority, elevated platforms from Sixth St to Shattuck and along Shattuck from University to Durant, 2. Refer $300,000 FY 24-25 to conduct Complete Street Corridor Study along University from 6th St to Oxford, 3. Refer $300,000 FY 24-25 to conduct Complete Street Corridor Study along Shattuck from Virginia to Woolsey, 4. Refer FYx$X to install quick-build bus station improvements along the 51b route, 5. Initiate consultation with AC Transit and UC Berkeley Bear Transit as soon as possible. (Accompanying materials pages 33 – 110 in packet).
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-facilities-infrastructure-transportation-environment-sustainability

HOUSING ADVISORY COMMISSION (HAC) at 7 pm
2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 7. Recommend HOME-ARP substantial amendment for Council approval (HUD requires a HOME-ARP allocation plan before allocating the $2,735,696 grant – deadline to submit 3/21/2023, failure to submit causes loss of funds), 8. Discussion and Possible action Fair Access and Transparency in Residential Application Process.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/housing-advisory-commission

LANDMARKS PRESERVATION COMMISSION (LPC) at 7 pm
2800 Park Street, San Pablo Park, Frances Albrier Community Center
AGENDA: 6. 1919 Addison – Structural Alteration Permit, 7. 1960 San Antonio Ave – Structural Alteration Permit, 8. 2800 Telegraph – Demolition Referral
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/landmarks-preservation-commission

Water Emergency Transportation Authority (WETA) at 1 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 425 Market 26th Floor, San Francisco
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89718217408
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 897 1821 7408 Password: 33779
AGENDA: 6. Reports of Staff, b. Financials, c.&d. Legislative updates, e. Ridership chart on page 23 of packet (ridership is dropping), 9. Fare Program,
https://weta.sanfranciscobayferry.com/next-board-meeting

Living New Deal presents: Transforming the Nation’s Food System at 4 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/`85483883419
AGENDA: Lessons from the New Deal and Strategies for Today, Roundtable discussion on reform of the nation’s food system and lessons from FDR’s New Deal
https://livingnewdeal.org/webinars/

Friday, March 3, 2023 – No city meetings listed
Saturday, March 4, 2023 – No city meetings listed

Sunday, March 5, 2023

NORTH BERLELEY BART HOUSING SITE WALK at 2 pm
Meet at the station building to begin the public walk tour.
https://www.northberkeleyhousingpartners.com/

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AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Draft Agenda for March 14 City Council Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1603320255
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 160 332 0255
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules

AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.Oyekanmi, Finance - Formal Bid Solicitations $2,802,400
2.Sprague, Fire – Contract $400,000 with KLD Engineering, P.C. for Evacuation and Response Time Modeling from 4/1/2023 to 6/30/2024 with option to renew for $100,000 for additional 2 years
3.Warhuus, HHCS – Contract $350,000 with GoGo Technologies Inc for Transportation Services for Seniors and Disabled from 4/1/2023 to 6/30/2026 for 24/7 call center to arrange rides with Uber and Lyft for customers of the Aging Services Division’s Berkeley Rides for Seniors and Disabled
4.Warhuus, HHCS – Contract $128,315 with mySidewalk, Inc for HHCS Web-Based Population Health Data Platform 3/15/2023 to 3/14/2026
5.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Amend Contract 32000225 add $149,000 total $349,000 and extend 6/30/2024 with Its Personnel Consulting for Recruitment, Hiring, and Independent Workplace Investigation
6.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Amend Contract 32100046 add $139,000 total $189,000 with HR Acuity, LLC for Case Management and Employee Relations Software
7.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Purchase Order $150,000 with Glassdoor to Provide Search Engine Optimization (SEO) and Ad Work from4/1/2023 to 3/31/2025
8.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Purchase Order $150,000 with Indeed to Provide Search Engine Optimization (SEO) and Ad Work from4/1/2023 to 3/31/2025
9.Fong, IT – Amend Contract 31900187 add $106,000 total $278,000 with LV.NET (formerly Towerstream) for Secondary Internet for Redundancy and Load Balancing from 10/3/2017 to 6/30/2024
10.Arreguin co-sponsors Hahn, Wengraf – Opposition to Initiative #1935 deceptively named “Taxpayer Protection and Government Accountability Act”
11.Arreguin, co-sponsor Robinson, Hahn – Resolution Support SB 50 – would allow Berkeley to move forward with BerkDOT program for a Berkeley Department of Transportation instead of police to enforce vehicle or bike low-level infractions (traffic stops and enforcement)
12.Arreguin, co-sponsors Hahn, Harrison, Wengraf – Support SB 252 State Divestment from Fossil Fuels
13.Kesarwani, co-sponsors – Budget referral Addition Street Maintenance Funding to Improve Payment Condition, Saving Tax Dollars add $4.7 million total $20 million FY 2024-25 – to FITES
14.Taplin, Harrison, Robinson – Budget Referral Vision 2050 Complete Streets Parcel Tax Community Engagement and Program Plan refer $400,000 to June 2023 mid-year budget update to conduct community engagement, public information campaign and program plan development and climate resilient infrastructure
15.Taplin Robinson – Support Unionization Efforts by Urban Ore Workers under representation by the IWW Union 670
16.Taplin, co-sponsor - Robinson Support for SB 58 Controlled Substances, decriminalization
17.Robinson, co-sponsor Arreguin, Hahn – Support SB 466 reforming Costa-Hawkins Rental Housing Act
18.Robinson, co-sponsor Hahn – Support H.R. 852 Investing in Safer Traffic Stops Act
AGENDA on ACTION:
19.Sprague, Fire - Ambulance User Fee Increase
20.Fair Campaign Practices Commission – Cost of Living Adjustment for $250 campaign contribution limit increase by nearest $10 in every odd-numbered year
21.Klein, Planning – Climate Action Plan and Resilience Update
22.Hollander, Economic Development – Berkeley Economic Dashboards Update – move to action
23.Droste – Bureaucratic Effectiveness and Referral Improvement and Prioritization Effort (BE RIPE) limits submission of legislation to 1 item per year per council member and 2 items per year for the mayor
INFORMATION REPORTS: Hollander dashboard moved to action at agenda committee

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February 28, 2023 Agenda for CITY COUNCIL Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1610465939
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 161 046 5939
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas

URGENT ITEM: Increase Funding to Housing Retention Program Contract
1.Arreguin - Add $300,000 to Housing Retention Program
2.Arreguin – Amend contract 32100023 add $300,000 with Eviction Defense Center (EDC) for rent debt or other expenses that would enable applicants to retain housing
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.2nd Reading of Citywide Affordable Housing Requirements
2.Minutes
3.Radu - Donation $5000 to Animal Shelter from Stephen and May Birch Foundation
4.Oyekanmi, Finance - Formal bid solicitations $2,220,000 ($290,000 to Aquatic Park, $1,500,000 to Tree Removal and Pruning Services, $330,000 to Echo Lake Camp Accessibility Upgrades, $100,000 to Harriet Tubman Terrace Tenant Support)
5.Warhuus, HHCS – Contract $60,055 with Street Level Advisors and Strategic Economics for Housing to provide Fair Housing Analysis services 4/1/2023 – 4/1/2023
6.Kouyoumdjian – Increase Wage Ranges of Seasonal Camp Staff Classifications
7.Garland, Public Works – Final map of Tract 8573: 2628 Shattuck for 81-unit condominium project consisting of 78 residential units and 3 commercial units
8.Garland, Public Works – Final map of Tract 8626: 2023 – 2025 Kala Bagal Way for 49-unit condominium project consisting of 48 residential units and 1 commercial unit
9.Garland, Public Works – Final map of Tract 8490: 739 Channing Way for 15-unit condominium project consisting of 10 residential units, 4 live/work units and 1 commercial unit and merge 2 existing parels at 739 Channing
10.Garland, Public Works – Bauman Lease Termination with Bauman Wellness and Settlement of Balance Due at 1007 University
11.Taplin co-sponsor Hahn - Support for AB-309 Social Housing update version of AB 2053
12.Taplin, co-sponsors Bartlett, Kesarwani, Arreguin – Resolution Condemning a pattern of attacks targeting Black political leaders
13.Harrison – Support for HR 8040: People Over the Pentagon Act – calls for reducing bloated military budget by $100 billion and just transition for workers in militarized industries
14.Robinson, co-sponsor Humbert, Hahn, Harrison – Creation of an intersection daylighting policy, referral to the city manager to increase lighting at high-injury streets, intersections and seek input from the Transportation and Infrastructure Commission
AGENDA on ACTION:
15.ZAB Appeal 1262 Francisco, Use Permit #ZP2021-0006 and ZP#2020-0122 to add 40 sq ft on first floor and balcony on 2nd floor to an existing single family dwelling unit
16.Williams-Ridley, City Manager – Making Berkeley an Employer of Choice with 1) hire two Associate HR Analysts and one Assistant Analyst (cost of new staff not listed), 2) contract $250,000 with branding and marketing agency, 3) $200,000 to enhance communications and social media content including department communications
17.Resolution terminating the COVID-19 Emergency
18.a. Youth Commission – Add a Youth Member to the Environment and Climate Commission. b. Billi Romain, Commission Secretary – Add a Youth member appointed and confirmed by BUSD with a referral to the City Manager to evaluate the feasibility and prepare draft language, c. Harrison – Adopt an Ordinance Amending BMC 3.82 to add two youth members recommended by BUSD and appointed by the full council.
19.Droste – Reforms to Public Comment Procedures at City Council meetings (limiting public comment). The Agenda and Rules Committee sends the measure to council with a negative recommendation to take no action.
*Robinson, co-sponsor Wengraf – Supplemental – alternate – LIMIT PUBLIC to a SINGLE COMMENT on all Action items excluding public hearings, appeals and/quasi-judicial matters.
INFORMATION REPORTS:
20.Oyekanmi - FY 2023 First Quarter Investment Report (ended 9/30/2023)

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LAND USE CALENDAR:

Public Hearings
            1262 Francisco (add 40 sq ft and 2nd story balcony) 2/28/2023
            469 Kentucky (single family dwelling) 5/23/2023
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage

WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:

February 27 – Eviction Moratorium
February 28 – Zero Waste 5-Year Rate Schedule at 4 pm
March 7 - Berkeley Marina Area Specific Plan
March 14 – Annual Crime Report at 4 pm
March 21 - Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program at 4 pm, Civic Center Vision Project at 4 pm
April 18 – Hopkins Corridor Plan
May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report 5/16/2023

Unscheduled Presentations:
Climate Action Plan and Resilience Update – regular agenda March 14
City Policies for Managing Parking Around BART Stations – check with Garland ?May

February 19 - February 26, 2023
Worth Noting:
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/

Tuesday: The 6 pm City Council worksession has only two agenda items, 1) a report on the COVID-19 response and 2) consideration of a policy to establish what conditions give a household preference for the limited number of below market rate/affordable units.
Tuesday: From 7 – 8:30 pm the North Berkeley Housing Partners will hold in-person office hours (open meeting with no agenda) to answer questions and accept feedback on the North Berkeley BART Station housing project.
Wednesday: Start the day with tree planting at Indian Rock at 8 am. The Civic Arts Commission and Environment and Climate Commission meet at 6 pm. At 6:30 pm the Police Accountability Board meets with policy agenda items on the Downtown Task Force and Bike Unit and on the use of drones by BPD. The Disaster and Fire Safety Commission meets at 7 pm.
Thursday: At 10 am the Budget and Finance Committee reviews the Sugar Sweetened Beverage Panel of Experts recommendation for allocation of funds and the City Manager’s companion report (opposing recommendations). The Zoning Adjustment Board meets at 7 pm. All projects are listed on consent with the mid-size 7-story project on Durant to be continued.
Thursday: At 7 pm The Mental Health Commission receives an update on the SCU planning and a presentation on non-police responder programs.
Sunday, February 26: At 2 pm the North Berkeley (BART) Housing Partners will hold a public “site walk” meeting starting at the station building.

Beginning March 1, 2023 all commission meetings return to in-person attendance.

Directions for CC (Closed Captioning) and saving transcripts at ZOOM meetings are at the bottom of this calendar. Directions include the links to the ZOOM support webpages.

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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS

Sunday, February 19, 2023 - Presidents’ Day Holiday weekend
Monday, February 20, 2023 – Presidents’ Day Holiday

Tuesday, February 21, 2023

CITY COUNCIL Worksession at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1618510002
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 161 851 0002
AGENDA: 1. COVID-19 Response 2022 Summary Report, 2. Referral Response: Affordable Housing Preference Policy for Rental Housing Created Through the Below Market Rate and Housing Trust Fund Programs.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas

NORTH BERKELEY HOUSING PARTNERS Office Hours from 7 pm – 8:30 pm
In-Person only attendance at 2012 Berkeley Way at the Hope Center
AGENDA: Office Hours to ask questions and share feedback on the BART housing project.
https://www.northberkeleyhousingpartners.com/

Wednesday, February 22, 2023

CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1605902821
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 Meeting ID: 160 590 2821
AGENDA: 7. Presentations, Discussion & Action Items: a. Introduction of Civic Arts Intern, b. Approval of revised design for mural at James Kenney Park, c. Election of chair and vice chair
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission

DISASTER and FIRE SAFETY COMMISSION at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1619573531
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 161 957 3531
AGENDA: 3. Annual election of chair and vice chair, 4. Form Ad Hoc Subcommittee to Review Hopkins Corridor, 5. Additional commission meeting to hear presentations on Standards of Coverage and Facilities Master Plan, 6. Quarterly budget report, 7. Formulate working group to develop summary document on Safe Passages Initiatives.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/disaster-and-fire-safety-commission

ENVIRONMENT and CLIMATE COMMISSION at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87698907626
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 876 9890 7626
AGENDA: 6.b. Berkeley e-Bike Equity Project (BEEP) (free e-bikes for 50 low income residents), 7. Presentation & Discussion: Building Emissions Saving Ordinance (BESO) Developing Single Family Energy Standards, 8. Election of chair, vice-chair, 11. 2023 Workplan, 12. Consideration of Action: Hopkins Bike Lanes Off Agenda Communication to Council.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/environment-and-climate-commission

POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD at 6:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82653396072
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 826 5359 6072
AGENDA: 5. ODPA Staff report, 5. Chair and board reports, 7. Police Chief’s report, 8. Subcommittee report on Policy and Practices relating to the Downtown Task Force and Bike Unit, 9.a. In-person meetings, b. PAB recommendations regarding BPD proposed drone policies, c. Appointment of subcommittee members for review of external fixed video surveillance camera policies, d. consideration of Policy Complaint #2023-PR-0001 as amended, e. Berkeley Law Police Review Project regarding regulations pertaining to timelines for complaints, 11. Closed Session.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board

INDIAN ROCK TREE PLANTING from 8 am – 10 am
Native tree planting at 950 Indian Rock
To join the team, wear closed toe shoes and comfortable clothing that is okay to get dirty. The city will supply all the tools.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/indian-rock-park-tree-planting

Thursday, February 23, 2023

BUDGET & FINANCE COMMITTEE at 10 am
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1612304851
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 161 230 4851
AGENDA: 2.a. Sugar Sweetened Beverage Panel of Experts – Allocation of $3 million over 2 years FY 2024 & FY 2025, 2.b. City Manager Companion Report – Allocation of $2 million over 2 years FY 2024 & FY 2025, 3. Receive FY 2023 mid-year budget update, 4. Unfunded Liability Obligations and Unfunded Infrastructure Needs, 5. Robinson & Arreguin – Approval of Public Bank Visibility Study.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-budget-finance

MENTAL HEALTH COMMISSION at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85337202554
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 853 3720 2554
AGENDA: 3. Bridge to SCU and SCU update, 4. Community First Presentation on current community-based alternative non-police first responder program in Oakland and Sacramento, 5. Election chair, 6. Election vice-chair, 9. Mental Health Manager’s Report and Caseload Statistics, 10. Update law enforcement arrests regarding people with dementia, 11. Update access to 988 for Berkeley people.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/mental-health-commission

ZONING ADJUSTMENT BOARD at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83676641171
Teleconference: 1-699-900-6833 or 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 836 7664 1171
AGENDA: 2439 Durant – on consent to continue – UP #ZP2021-0192 - demolish 2-story commercial building and construct 36,529 sq ft 7-story mixed-use building with 22 units, roofdeck and establish entertainment use with the service of distilled spirits,
1337-1339 Hearst – on consent – UP #ZP2021-0160 – Construct a major residential addition by lifting up existing duplex at 1337-1339 on a lot that exceeds residential density,
2930 College – on consent – UP ZP2022-0139 – Add the service of distilled spirits under a new Type 47 ABC license, expand the existing outdoor seating area by 239 sq ft on private property and allow indoor unamplified live music at an existing full-service restaurant.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zoning-adjustments-board

COMMUNITY HEALTH COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
This Commission usually meets the 4 Thursday of the month. There is no meeting posting as of Friday, February 17 at 8 pm. Check after Monday for a meeting announcement.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/community-health-commission

Friday, February 24, 2023 – No city meetings listed.
Saturday, February 25, 2023 - No city meetings listed.

Sunday, February 26, 2023

NORTH BERLELEY BART HOUSING SITE WALK at 2 pm
Meet at the station building to begin the public walk tour.
https://www.northberkeleyhousingpartners.com/

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February 28, 2023 Agenda for CITY COUNCIL Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1610465939
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 161 046 5939
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.2nd Reading of Citywide Affordable Housing Requirements
2.Minutes
3.Donation $5000 to Animal Shelter from Stephen and May Birch Foundation
4.Oyekanmi, Finance - Formal bid solicitations $2,220,000 ($290,000 to Aquatic Park, $1,500,000 to Tree Removal and Pruning Services, $330,000 to Echo Lake Camp accessibility Upgrades, $100,000 to Harriet Tubman Terrace Tenant Support)
5.Warhuus, HHCS – Contract $60,055 with Street Level Advisors and Strategic Economics for Housing to provide Fair Housing Analysis services 4/1/2023 – 4/1/2023
6.Kouyoumdjian – Increase Wage Ranges of Seasonal Camp Staff Classifications
7.Garland, Public Works – Final map of Tract 8573: 2628 Shattuck for 81-unit condominium project consisting of 78 residential units and 3 commercial units
8.Garland, Public Works – Final map of Tract 8626: 2023 – 2025 Kala Bagal Way for 49-unit condominium project consisting of 48 residential units and 1 commercial unit
9.Garland, Public Works – Final map of Tract 8490: 739 Channing Way for 15-unit condominium project consisting of 10 residential units, 4 live/work units and 1 commercial unit and merge 2 existing parels at 739 Channing
10.Garland, Public Works – Bauman Lease Termination with Bauman Wellness and Settlement of Balance Due at 1007 University
11.Taplin co-sponsor Hahn - Support for AB-309 Social Housing update version of AB 2053
12.Taplin, co-sponsors Bartlett, Kesarwani, Arreguin – Resolution Condemning a pattern of attacks targeting Black political leaders
13.Harrison – Support for HR 8040: People Over the Pentagon Act – calls for reducing bloated military budget by $100 billion and just transition for workers in militarized industries
14.Robinson, co-sponsor Humbert, Hahn, Harrison – Creation of an intersection daylighting policy, referral to the city manager to increase lighting at high-injury streets, intersections and seek input from the Transportation and Infrastructure Commission
AGENDA on ACTION:
15.ZAB Appeal 1262 Francisco, Use Permit #ZP2021-0006 and ZP#2020-0122 to add 40 sq ft on first floor and balcony on 2nd floor to an existing single family dwelling unit
16.Williams-Ridley, City Manager – Making Berkeley an Employer of Choice with 1) hire two Associate HR Analysts and one Assistant Analyst (cost of new staff not listed), 2) contract $250,000 with branding and marketing agency, 3) $200,000 to enhance communications and social media content including department communications
17.Resolution terminating the COVID-19 Emergency
18.a. Youth Commission – Add a Youth Member to the Environment and Climate Commission. b. Billi Romain, Commission Secretary – Add a Youth member appointed and confirmed by BUSD with a referral to the City Manager to evaluate the feasibility and prepare draft language, c. Harrison – Adopt an Ordinance Amending BMC 3.82 to add two youth members recommended by BUSD and appointed by the full council.
19.Droste – Reforms to Public Comment Procedures at City Council meetings (limiting public comment). The Agenda and Rules Committee sends the measure to council with a negative recommendation to take no action.
INFORMATION REPORTS:
20.Oyekanmi - FY 2023 First Quarter Investment Report (ended 9/30/2023)

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LAND USE CALENDAR:

            Notices of Decision with End of Appeal Date
            573 Santa Rosa (residential addition) 2/14/2023
            1329 Albina (single family dwelling) 2/14/2023
            1752 Shattuck (mixed use) 2/14/2023
            1773 Oxford (multi-family building) 2/14/2023
            1820 (1822-1828) San Pablo (mixed used building) 2/14/2023
Public Hearings
            1262 Francisco (add 40 sq ft and 2nd story balcony) 2/28/2023
            469 Kentucky (single family dwelling) TBD
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage

WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:

February 21 - Local Pandemic/Endemic Update Report, Housing Preference Policy
February 28 – Zero Waste 5-Year Rate Schedule at 4 pm
March 7 - Berkeley Marina Area Specific Plan
March 14 – Annual Crime Report at 4 pm
March 21 - Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program at 4 pm, Civic Center Vision Project at 4 pm
April 18 – Hopkins Corridor Plan
May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report 5/16/2023

Unscheduled Presentations:
Climate Action Plan and Resilience Update – regular agenda March 14
City Policies for Managing Parking Around BART Stations – check with Garland

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When you click on Show Full Transcript it will allow you to scroll up and down, so if want to go back and see what was said earlier you can do that during the meeting while the transcript is running.

At the bottom of the transcript when we as attendees are allowed to save there will be a button for, "Save Transcript," you can click on the button repeatedly throughout the meeting and it will just overwrite and update the full transcript. Clicking on the Save Transcript repeatedly as the meeting is coming to an end is important because once the host ends the meeting, the transcript is gone if you didn't save it.

After you click on "save transcript," click on "Show In Finder." The meeting transcript will show up (as a download to your desktop) in a separate box as a text file. (These text files are not large.) After you have done your last Save Transcript and Show In Finder, after the meeting is over you can rename it the downloaded transcript and save it (or send and share it).

Also a meeting does not have to be recorded to allow Closed Captioning and allow to Save Transcript. Saving the tra