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
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.
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:
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
UNSCHEDULED WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS
PAST MEETINGS with reports worth reading:
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.
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:
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:
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
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
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
- 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)
- Fire Department Standards of Coverage & Community Risk Assessment
- Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation
- Presentation on Homelessness/Re-Housing/Thousand-Person Plan
- 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/
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:
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:
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
UNSCHEDULED WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS
PAST MEETINGS with reports worth reading:
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Berkeley Daily Planet postings are currently on hold while the editor recovers from an injury: www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
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
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
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
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:
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
UNSCHEDULED WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS
PAST MEETINGS with reports worth reading:
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Berkeley Daily Planet postings are currently on hold while the editor recovers from an injury: www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
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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Berkeley Daily Planet postings are currently on hold while the editor recovers from an injury: www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
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.
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:
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
UNSCHEDULED WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS
PAST MEETINGS with reports worth reading:
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Berkeley Daily Planet postings are currently on hold while the editor recovers from an injury: www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
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:
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:
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
UNSCHEDULED WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS
PAST MEETINGS with reports worth reading:
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Berkeley Daily Planet postings are currently on hold while the editor recovers from an injury: www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
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.
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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Berkeley Daily Planet postings are currently on hold while the editor recovers from an injury: www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
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.
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:
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
PAST MEETINGS with reports worth reading:
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.
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.
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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:
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
PAST MEETINGS with reports worth reading:
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
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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.
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, August 6, 2023 - no city meetings or events listed
Monday, August 7, 2023
POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD Fair & Impartial Policing Subcommittee at 3 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1947 Center, Tupelo Room
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89727052820
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 897 2705 2820
AGENDA: 2, Public Comment, 3. a. Review of BPD 3-pronged approach to traffic enforcement, b. Continued discussion on the preparation of a “Fair & Impartial Policing Assessment” report to City Council, 4. a. Discussion regarding the methods for monitoring and reporting on the process regarding the implementation of fair & Impartial Policing policies and procedures.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
PERSONNEL BOARD at 7 pm
In-Person: 1301 Shattuck, Live Oak Community Center, Fireside Room
AGENDA: V. Request for Extension of Temporary Appointments in HHCS (Senior Development Project Coordinator Jenny Wyant, Assistant Management Analyst Tahira Warner Senior, Management Analyst Rhianna Babka, Community Service specialist III Joshua Oehler, and Community Development Project Coordinator Emily Rose, VI. Recommendation amend Health Educator Job Class Specification, VII. Recommendation to Amend Senior Field Representative Job Class Specification, VIII. Recommendation to Amend Paramedic Salary range.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/personnel-board
Tuesday, August 8, 2023 - no city meetings or events listed
Wednesday, August 9, 2023
COMMISSION on DISABILITY at 5 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: Staff Updates 1. 2023 Log of access complaints, 2. Willard Clubhouse, 3. Berkeley Art Center, Commission Reports on CA Commission on Disability Access (CCDA) on 8/31, Discussion/Action 1. Hybrid meetings, 2. Workplan.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-disability
Thursday, August 10, 2023
ZONING ADJUSTMENT BOARD at 7 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: 1231 Addison, BUSD Board Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85166886349
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 of 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 851 6688 6349
AGENDA: 2. 2147 San Pablo – on consent – to demolish a 1-story automotive commercial building and construct a new 6-story (70 feet) mixed-sue building, 1873 sq ft commercial area and 128 group living accommodation (GLA) units including 12 very low income units and 23 ground floor parking spaces, utilizing state density bonus
3. 2813 Eighth Street – on consent – an addition to an existing 1-story sq ft laboratory building to convert it to a 2-story 3,111 sq ft warehouse with 2-spaced parking garage
4. 1515 Derby – on action – to demolish a 2-car garage and construct an 1850 sq ft 3-story single family residence behind the current single family home.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zoning-adjustments-board
Friday, August 11, 2023 - City Reduced Service Day
MOVIES in the PARK – Turning Red from 8:15 pm – 10 pm
In-Person: at 1300 Rose, Cedar Rose 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-turning-red
Saturday, August 12, 2023 - no city meetings or events listed
Sunday, August 13, 2023 - no city meetings or events listed
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LAND USE CALENDAR PUBLIC HEARINGS:
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
PAST MEETINGS with reports worth reading:
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.
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, August 6, 2023 - no city meetings or events listed
Monday, August 7, 2023
POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD Fair & Impartial Policing Subcommittee at 3 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1947 Center, Tupelo Room
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89727052820
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 897 2705 2820
AGENDA: 2, Public Comment, 3. a. Review of BPD 3-pronged approach to traffic enforcement, b. Continued discussion on the preparation of a “Fair & Impartial Policing Assessment” report to City Council, 4. a. Discussion regarding the methods for monitoring and reporting on the process regarding the implementation of fair & Impartial Policing policies and procedures.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
PERSONNEL BOARD at 7 pm
In-Person: 1301 Shattuck, Live Oak Community Center, Fireside Room
AGENDA: V. Request for Extension of Temporary Appointments in HHCS (Senior Development Project Coordinator Jenny Wyant, Assistant Management Analyst Tahira Warner Senior, Management Analyst Rhianna Babka, Community Service specialist III Joshua Oehler, and Community Development Project Coordinator Emily Rose, VI. Recommendation amend Health Educator Job Class Specification, VII. Recommendation to Amend Senior Field Representative Job Class Specification, VIII. Recommendation to Amend Paramedic Salary range.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/personnel-board
Tuesday, August 8, 2023 - no city meetings or events listed
Wednesday, August 9, 2023
COMMISSION on DISABILITY at 5 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: Staff Updates 1. 2023 Log of access complaints, 2. Willard Clubhouse, 3. Berkeley Art Center, Commission Reports on CA Commission on Disability Access (CCDA) on 8/31, Discussion/Action 1. Hybrid meetings, 2. Workplan.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-disability
Thursday, August 10, 2023
ZONING ADJUSTMENT BOARD at 7 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: 1231 Addison, BUSD Board Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85166886349
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 of 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 851 6688 6349
AGENDA: 2. 2147 San Pablo – on consent – to demolish a 1-story automotive commercial building and construct a new 6-story (70 feet) mixed-sue building, 1873 sq ft commercial area and 128 group living accommodation (GLA) units including 12 very low income units and 23 ground floor parking spaces, utilizing state density bonus
3. 2813 Eighth Street – on consent – an addition to an existing 1-story sq ft laboratory building to convert it to a 2-story 3,111 sq ft warehouse with 2-spaced parking garage
4. 1515 Derby – on action – to demolish a 2-car garage and construct an 1850 sq ft 3-story single family residence behind the current single family home.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zoning-adjustments-board
Friday, August 11, 2023 - City Reduced Service Day
MOVIES in the PARK – Turning Red from 8:15 pm – 10 pm
In-Person: at 1300 Rose, Cedar Rose 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-turning-red
Saturday, August 12, 2023 - no city meetings or events listed
Sunday, August 13, 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
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.
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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:
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
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.
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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.
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:
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
Unscheduled Presentations – Workshops and Special Meetings:
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.
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
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 24 ZAB Appeal 2720 Hillegass – Willard Park Clubhouse
- September 26 ZAB Appeals 3000 Shattuck and 705 Euclid new single-family dwelling
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.
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
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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:
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
Unscheduled Presentations – Workshops and Special Meetings:
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
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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 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
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.
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:
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:
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
Unscheduled Presentations – Workshops and Special Meetings:
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
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
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
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
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:
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
9.
10.
11.
12.
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:
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
Unscheduled Presentations – Workshops and Special Meetings:
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
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
9.
10.
11.
12.
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
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.
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/
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 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
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
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:
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.
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LAND USE CALENDAR PUBLIC HEARINGS:
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
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Unscheduled Presentations – Workshops and Special Meetings:
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/
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 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%
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
- 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
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:
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.
LAND USE CALENDAR PUBLIC HEARINGS:
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
- 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
- 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%
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.
- 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
- 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
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
- 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
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:
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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:
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LAND USE CALENDAR PUBLIC HEARINGS:
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
Unscheduled Presentations – Workshops and Special Meetings: - None
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
- 4 pm City Council Special Session on Fire Department Community Risk Assessment Report
- 6 pm City Council Regular Meeting includes Budget, Surveillance Ordinance, T1
- 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
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
- 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
- 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
- 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)
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
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/
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
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.
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
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
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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:
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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/
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
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)
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/
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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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.
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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.
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
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.
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.
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
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
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.
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
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
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.
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
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
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.
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
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/
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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
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,
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
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
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,
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 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.
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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
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
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
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
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
Directions with links to ZOOM support for activating Closed Captioning and Save Transcript are at the bottom of this calendar.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, March 19, 2023 - No city meetings listed
Monday, March 20, 2023
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/1602030774
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 160 203 0774
AGENDA: Louis, BPD – Berkeley Police Department Surveillance Ordinance Policies Related to Fixed Surveillance Cameras and Unmanned Aerial System (DRONES) (packet 242 pages)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-public-safety
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/1612633953
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 161 263 3953
AGENDA: Update on the Waterfront Specific Plan for the City of Berkeley Tidelands Area, Use the link and choose the html option to access the report
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Tuesday, March 21, 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/1604192052
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 160 419 2052
AGENDA: 1. Civic Arts Grants Program on Improved Practices & Community Impact, 2. Civic Center Plan Phase II on the Design Concept. (packet 238 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/1604192052
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 160 419 2052
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 22, 2023
DISASTER and FIRE SAFETY COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person Only: at 997 Cedar, Fire Department Training Facility
AGENDA: 1. Fire Department Staff Report, 3. Election of Vice Chair, 4. Add meeting to hear presentations on Standards of Coverage and Facilities Master Plan, 5. Replace commissioners on the Work Plan committee who have left the commission, 6. Formulate Working Group on Safe Passages Initiatives, 7. Building Standards, 8. Fire Department Recruitment issues, 9. Update on outdoor warning system, 10. State Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/disaster-and-fire-safety-commission
South Berkeley Town Hall at 6:30 pm – 8 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2236 Parker, Life Adventist Church
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81134806826?pwd=OVNXV1U2cjJwVU1ROGtZcExjWXBmZz09
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 811 3480 6826 Password: 59571
AGENDA: Town Hall with District 3 Councilmember Ben Bartlett. Hear facts and ask questions relating to upcoming housing developments in South Berkeley along Shattuck and Adeline
https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/
Thursday, March 23, 2023
COMMUNITY HEALTH COMMISSION meetings are usually held the 4th Thursday of the month at 6:30 pm. No meeting is posted. Check after Monday
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/community-health-commission
Friday, March 24, 2023 - No city meetings listed
Saturday, March 25, 2023 - No city meetings listed
Sunday, March 26, 2023 - No city meetings listed
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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:
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
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.
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
Directions with links to ZOOM support for activating Closed Captioning and Save Transcript are at the bottom of this calendar.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, March 19, 2023 - No city meetings listed
Monday, March 20, 2023
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/1602030774
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 160 203 0774
AGENDA: Louis, BPD – Berkeley Police Department Surveillance Ordinance Policies Related to Fixed Surveillance Cameras and Unmanned Aerial System (DRONES) (packet 242 pages)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-public-safety
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/1612633953
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 161 263 3953
AGENDA: Update on the Waterfront Specific Plan for the City of Berkeley Tidelands Area, Use the link and choose the html option to access the report
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Tuesday, March 21, 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/1604192052
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 160 419 2052
AGENDA: 1. Civic Arts Grants Program on Improved Practices & Community Impact, 2. Civic Center Plan Phase II on the Design Concept. (packet 238 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/1604192052
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 160 419 2052
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 22, 2023
DISASTER and FIRE SAFETY COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person Only: at 997 Cedar, Fire Department Training Facility
AGENDA: 1. Fire Department Staff Report, 3. Election of Vice Chair, 4. Add meeting to hear presentations on Standards of Coverage and Facilities Master Plan, 5. Replace commissioners on the Work Plan committee who have left the commission, 6. Formulate Working Group on Safe Passages Initiatives, 7. Building Standards, 8. Fire Department Recruitment issues, 9. Update on outdoor warning system, 10. State Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/disaster-and-fire-safety-commission
South Berkeley Town Hall at 6:30 pm – 8 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2236 Parker, Life Adventist Church
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81134806826?pwd=OVNXV1U2cjJwVU1ROGtZcExjWXBmZz09
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 811 3480 6826 Password: 59571
AGENDA: Town Hall with District 3 Councilmember Ben Bartlett. Hear facts and ask questions relating to upcoming housing developments in South Berkeley along Shattuck and Adeline
https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/
Thursday, March 23, 2023
COMMUNITY HEALTH COMMISSION meetings are usually held the 4th Thursday of the month at 6:30 pm. No meeting is posted. Check after Monday
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/community-health-commission
Friday, March 24, 2023 - No city meetings listed
Saturday, March 25, 2023 - No city meetings listed
Sunday, March 26, 2023 - No city meetings listed
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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:
- 2nd Reading – Amendments to COVID-19 Emergency Response Ordinance
- 2nd Reading – Amendments to Berkeley Election Reform Act Cost of Living Provisions
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.
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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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
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
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.
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
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.
- https://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com/issue/2023-02-26/article/50192?headline=Say-No-to-Undemocratic-Council-Proposal-to-Limit-Your-Right-to-Public-Comment--Kate-Harrison-Berkeley-City-Council-District-4
- https://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com/issue/2023-02-26/article/50199?headline=No-on-Item-19--Phil-Allen-D-1-resident
- https://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com/issue/2023-02-26/article/50200?headline=A-BERKELEY-ACTIVIST-S-DIARY-Week-Ending-2-26--Kelly-Hammargren
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.
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
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/
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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Kelly Hammargren’s summary on what happened the preceding week can be found in the Berkeley Daily Planet under Activist’s Diary at: www.berkeleydailyplanet.com.
This meeting list is also posted at: https://www.sustainableberkeleycoalition.com/whats-ahead.html
If you would like to receive the Activist’s Calendar as soon as it is completed send an email to kellyhammargren@gmail.com.
If you wish to stop receiving the weekly calendar of city meetings please forward the email you received to kellyhammargren@gmail.com with the request to be removed from the email list.
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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.
One advantage of ZOOM live transcription over the Captioner’s Record for City Council meetings, is that Zoom grabs the speaker’s log-in name. The City Captioner recorder (a live person typing) uses the public comment speaker’s name from the person or someone else stating the name. The person speaking is frequently not identified. The advantage of the CC Captioner’s record is the captioner is familiar with Berkeley specific terms.
For the online attendee the full transcript is only available from the time the attendee activates Closed Captioning. If Closed Captioning is activated and you sit through a meeting and then remember 10 minutes before it is over to click on CC then go to the arrow/carrot next to CC for the menu and click on Show Full Transcript you will only get the last 10 minutes, not the full transcript – So click often on both Save Transcript and on Save to Folder during the meeting for best results.
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 transcript saves it to our own computers. Closed Captioning is completely separate from recording a meeting, therefore recording a meeting does not activate closed captioning. The meeting host can activate closed captioning and block attendees from saving the transcript. When this is done there will be no “Save Transcript” button. Also, allowing attendees to save the transcript does not require the meeting host to save the 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
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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Kelly Hammargren’s summary on what happened the preceding week can be found in the Berkeley Daily Planet under Activist’s Diary at: www.berkeleydailyplanet.com.
This meeting list is also posted at: https://www.sustainableberkeleycoalition.com/whats-ahead.html
If you would like to receive the Activist’s Calendar as soon as it is completed send an email to kellyhammargren@gmail.com.
If you wish to stop receiving the weekly calendar of city meetings please forward the email you received to kellyhammargren@gmail.com with the request to be removed from the email list.
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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.
One advantage of ZOOM live transcription over the Captioner’s Record for City Council meetings, is that Zoom grabs the speaker’s log-in name. The City Captioner recorder (a live person typing) uses the public comment speaker’s name from the person or someone else stating the name. The person speaking is frequently not identified. The advantage of the CC Captioner’s record is the captioner is familiar with Berkeley specific terms.
For the online attendee the full transcript is only available from the time the attendee activates Closed Captioning. If Closed Captioning is activated and you sit through a meeting and then remember 10 minutes before it is over to click on CC then go to the arrow/carrot next to CC for the menu and click on Show Full Transcript you will only get the last 10 minutes, not the full transcript – So click often on both Save Transcript and on Save to Folder during the meeting for best results.
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 transcript saves it to our own computers. Closed Captioning is completely separate from recording a meeting, therefore recording a meeting does not activate closed captioning. The meeting host can activate closed captioning and block attendees from saving the transcript. When this is done there will be no “Save Transcript” button. Also, allowing attendees to save the transcript does not require the meeting host to save the 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 12 - February 19, 2023
Worth Noting:
Directions with links to ZOOM support for activating Closed Captioning and Save Transcript are at the bottom of this calendar.
The GO to MEETINGS are the Agenda Committee at 2:30 and City Council at 6 pm on Tuesday and the North Berkeley BART housing project meeting. The BART housing meeting is offered twice at 7 pm, in-person on Wednesday and as a virtual meeting on Thursday.
A public request was sent to record one of the BART meetings and to allow Closed Captioning and Save Transcript at the virtual meeting on Thursday.
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 SPECIAL EVENTS
Sunday, February 12, 2023 – Super Bowl 3:30 pm
Monday, February 13, 2023 – Lincoln’s Birthday, A Berkeley City Holiday,
Tuesday, February 14, 2023
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1615510345
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 161 551 0345
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 2/28/2023 draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda after meeting calendar, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Work Sessions, 6. Referrals to Agenda Committee for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, REFERRED ITEMS FOR REVIEW: 8. COVID, 9. Droste – Bureaucratic Effectiveness and Referral Improvement and Prioritization Effort (BE RIPE) – measure which limits council members to one (1) legislative proposal per year and the mayor to (2) legislative proposals per year, UNSCHEDULED ITEMS: 11. Supporting Commissions, Guidance on Legislative Proposals, 12. Discussion Regarding Design and Strengthening of Policy Committees (including Budget Referrals)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
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/1617057994
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 161 705 7994
AGENDA: Use the link and choose the html option or see the agenda listed after the calendar of meetings.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
YOUTH COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87640969306?
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 or 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 876 4096 9306 Passcode: 228517
AGENDA: 9. Work Plan – Mental Health Resources at BHS
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/youth-commission
Wednesday, February 15, 2023
COMMISSION on AGING at 1:30 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1614800144
Teleconference: 1669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 161 480 0144 Passcode: 825132
AGENDA: Discussion/Action Items: 4. Election Chair/Vice-Chair, 5. Commissioner Reports, 6. Preservation and/or development of community environment in subsidized senior housing facilities, 7. Increase of Aging Services funding proportional to increase in senior residents in Berkeley, 8. Letter to Parks, Recreation & Waterfront Commission for possible senior center outdoor spaces reserved for senior center classes specifically Ohlone Park on Bonita Way, 10. Future options for senior housing, 10. Update Hopkins Corridor.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-aging
4x4 JOINT TASK FORCE COMMITTEE ON HOUSING: Rent Board/City Council at 3pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83758415401?pwd=TVdxY2xwUkRnVHFzTllXK21Yb3JPZz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 837 5841 5401 Passcode: 702926
AGENDA: Discussion and possible action: 6. Arreguin - Expiration of the Eviction Moratorium and amendments to the COVID-19 Emergency Response Ordinance, 7. Simon-Weisberg – Moratorium on rent increases, 8. Buckley Planning – Amendments to the Demolition Ordinance.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/4x4-joint-task-force-committee-housing
HUMAN WELFARE AND COMMUNITY ACTION COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/4863098496
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 486 309 8496
AGENDA: 5. Approve 2023 Community Block Grants, 6. Review Financial Reports Bay Area Outreach & Recreation Program, 7. Update mechanism for City employees and service providers to communicate, 8. Requirements for contracted non-profit service providers and transparency of grant reports, 9. Eligibility for service as representative of the poor, 10. Accessibility and availability of materials on city website, 11. Accessibility quality assessment program to handle non-conforming public facilities and complaints from seniors and disabled people over substandard services.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/human-welfare-and-community-action-commission
NORTH BERKELEY BART COMMUNITY MEETING from 7 – 8:30 pm
In-Person at 1231 Addison, BUSD Board Room
AGENDA: 1. Welcome, 2. Review of Objective Design Standards (ODS) Process and Timeline, 3. Development Team Presentation: Introduction of Development Team - BRIDGE Housing, East Bay Asian Local Development Corporation (EBALDC) Berkeley Food & Housing Project and AvalonBay Communities, Presentation of North Berkeley Housing Partners Development Concept, 4. Small group Breakout Sessions, 5. Next Steps.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/n-berkeley-bart-community-meeting-person
Thursday, February 16, 2023
LAND USE, HOUSING & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT at 10:30 am
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1605017520
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 Meeting ID: 160 501 7520
AGENDA: 3. Discussion and possible action on changing meeting to first Monday of the month at 10 am. (no other scheduled items).
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-land-use-housing-economic-development
NORTH BERKELEY BART COMMUNITY MEETING from 7 – 8:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84090881838
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 ID: 840 9088 1838
AGENDA: 1. Welcome, 2. Review of Objective Design Standards (ODS) Process and Timeline, 3. Development Team Presentation: Introduction of Development Team - BRIDGE Housing, East Bay Asian Local Development Corporation (EBALDC) Berkeley Food & Housing Project and AvalonBay Communities, Presentation of North Berkeley Housing Partners Development Concept, 4. Small group Breakout Sessions, 5. Next Steps.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/n-berkeley-bart-community-meeting-person
DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83912228659
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 839 1222 8659
AGENDA: 1. 3031 Telegraph at Webster – review modification – To demolish existing commercial building and construct a 6-story 100,992 sq ft mixed-use building with 127 units (including 9 very low income units), 1921 sq ft commercial space, 7622 sq ft usable open space, 64 bicycle parking spaces, 19 vehicular parking spaces
2. 2190 Shattuck at Allston – To redevelop 19,967 sq ft site (demolish Walgreens) with proposed 25-story building with 326 units residential units, 7500 sq ft retail space, 51 parking spaces in single level subterranean garage
3. 2996 Telegraph at Ashby – To construct new 960 sq ft self-service, single bay, roll-over automated car wash with 2 EV charging stalls, new landscaping, revisions to parking stripping.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/design-review-committee
FAIR CAMPAIGN PRACTICES COMMITTEE (FCPC) / OPEN GOVERNMENT COMMISSION (OGC) at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88456418606
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 884 5641 8606
AGENDA: 6. Biennial adjustment of Berkeley Election Reform Act (BERA) dollar amounts for cost of living adjustment BMC 2.12.545, 7. Report from subcommittee on contribution limits, 8. OGC reports, 9. Letter to council regarding commission posting of meeting minutes, 10. Use of Live Transcription for teleconferenced meetings, discussion and possible action, 11. Possible changes to public commenting practices for City Council meetings. 12. Election of chair, vice-chair.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/fair-campaign-practices-commission
TRANSPORTATION and INFRASTRUCTURE COMMISSION at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89656106619
Teleconference: 1-888-788-0099 Meeting ID: 896 5610 6619
AGENDA: 5. Update, B. Discussion/Action: 1. T1 Update, 2. Election of chair, vice-chair, 3. Mission statement and work plan
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/transportation-and-infrastructure-commission
RENT BOARD MEETINGS at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84493074093?pwd=czBIeVhaekhOcllwZHo2cThBdGRGZz09
Teleconference: 1-408-638-0968 Meeting ID: 844 9307 4093 Passcode: 791964
AGENDA: 8. Appeal not heard before 7:30 pm, case no. T-5991 (2705 Ridge Road #14), 9. Action: a. Housing Element rejection by HCD, b. Eviction Moratorium.
https://rentboard.berkeleyca.gov/elected-rent-board/rent-board-meetings
Friday, February 17, 2023 – No city meetings listed
Saturday, February 18, 2023 - Beginning of 3 Day Presidents’ Day Holiday Weekend
Sunday, February 19, 2023 - Presidents’ Day Holiday Weekend
Monday, February 20, 2023 - Presidents’ Day Holiday
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AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Draft City Council agenda for 2/28/2023
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1615510345
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 161 551 0345
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.Minutes
2.Donation $5000 to Animal Shelter from Stephen and May Birch Foundation
3.Oyekanmi, Finance - Formal bid solicitations $2,220,000
4.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
5.Garland, Public Works – Final map of Tract 8573: 2628 Shattuck for 81-unit condominium project consisting of 78 residential units and 3 commercial units
6.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
7.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
8.Garland, Public Works – Bauman Lease Termination with Bauman Wellness and Settlement of Balance Due at 1007 University
9.Taplin - Support for AB-309 Social Housing update version of AB 2053
10.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
AGENDA on CONSENT:
11.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 exisiting single family dwelling unit
12.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
13.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.
14.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.
15.Taplin, co-sponsors Bartlett, Kesarwani – Resolution Condemning a pattern of attacks targeting Black political leaders
16.Robinson, co-sponsor Humbert – 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
17.Robinson - Approval of Public Bank East Bay Visibility Study
INFORMATION REPORTS:
18.FY 2023 First Quarter Investment Report (ended 9/30/2023)
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CITY COUNCIL Meeting at 6 pm
February 14, 2023
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison, School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1617057994
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 161 705 7994
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.2nd reading – Parking/Towing Fines & Fees Reform
2.Finance – Formal bid solicitations $2,124,000 ($75,000 Consultant Mental Health Medi-Cal Billing and CalAIM transition, $150,000 Target Case Management Consultant, $399,000 Bus transportation for summer camps, $1,500,000 Just Transition Pilot Program)
3.Sprague – Contract 47QTCA20D004Y for $200,000 3/1/2023 – 1/22/2025 not to exceed $300,000 in total with one 2 yr extension to 1/22/2027 with Public Consulting group for Professional Services related to ground emergency transport (GEMT), QAF, IGT, PP-GEMT
4.Sprague – Contract $700,000 5/1/2023 – 4/30/2025 with Forster & Kroeger Landscape Maintenance for chipping services
5.Warhuus – Revenue contract $293,705 2023 Community Services Block Grant 1/1/2023 – 5/31/2024
6.Warhuus – Contract add $228,850 from Measure P total $348,850 with Dorothy Day House for the inclement weather shelter program and amend contract 31900284 add $190,260 to operate inclement weather shelter for up to 127 nights from 12/3/2022 – 4/15/2023 for a total amount not to exceed $4,211,173
7.Warhuus – Contract $107,890 with Resources for Community Development (RCD) for MLK Jr House – Mental Health Services Act Operating Support to monitor 12-room, transition Single-Room Occupancy housing development
8.Mills Act Contract – 2523 Piedmont
9.Mills Act Contract – 2119 Marin
10.Garland – Authorize funding agreement $648,000 with AC Transit to supplement quick-build Durant Transit Lane Project
11.Arreguin – Berkeley Rotary Endowment
12.Robinson – Refer $250,000 to FY 2023 budget process for Southside Impact Nexus Study
AGENDA on ACTION
13.a. Klein – Citywide Affordable Housing Requirements (clean-up of January 17 rereading ordinance with corrections),
b. Harrison – Apply standard $45 per square foot fee on projects between 3000 and 12,000 residential square feet, exempt smaller projects of 3000 square feet or less (equivalent to 4 to 5 units) and expediate a new in lieu fee study.
INFORMATION REPORTS
14.City Manager – Referral Response: Home Share Program
15.LPO NOD 1767-1771 Alcatraz appeal expires February 14, 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
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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Kelly Hammargren’s summary on what happened the preceding week can be found in the Berkeley Daily Planet under Activist’s Diary at: www.berkeleydailyplanet.com.
This meeting list is also posted at: https://www.sustainableberkeleycoalition.com/whats-ahead.html
If you would like to receive the Activist’s Calendar as soon as it is completed send an email to kellyhammargren@gmail.com.
If you wish to stop receiving the weekly calendar of city meetings please forward the email you received to kellyhammargren@gmail.com with the request to be removed from the email list.
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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.
One advantage of ZOOM live transcription over the Captioner’s Record for City Council meetings, is that Zoom grabs the speaker’s log-in name. The City Captioner recorder (liver person typing) uses the public comment speaker’s name from the person or someone else stating the name. The person speaking is frequently not identified. The advantage of the CC Captioner’s record is familiar with Berkeley specific terms.
For the online attendee the full transcript is only available from the time the attendee activates Closed Captioning. If Closed Captioning is activated and you sit through a meeting and then remember 10 minutes before it is over to click on CC then go to the arrow/carrot next to CC for the menu and click on Show Full Transcript you will only get the last 10 minutes, not the full transcript
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 with the updated 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.
Also a meeting does not have to be recorded to allow Closed Captioning and allow to Save Transcript. Saving the transcript saves it to our own computers. Closed Captioning is completely separate from recording a meeting, therefore recording a meeting does not activate closed captioning. The meeting host can activate closed captioning and block attendees from saving the transcript. When this is done there will be no “Save Transcript” button. And, allowing attendees to save the transcript does not require the meeting host to save the 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
Worth Noting:
Directions with links to ZOOM support for activating Closed Captioning and Save Transcript are at the bottom of this calendar.
The GO to MEETINGS are the Agenda Committee at 2:30 and City Council at 6 pm on Tuesday and the North Berkeley BART housing project meeting. The BART housing meeting is offered twice at 7 pm, in-person on Wednesday and as a virtual meeting on Thursday.
- Tuesday afternoon at 2:30 pm: The Agenda Committee meets to review the City Council draft agenda for February 28. Council Draft agenda Item-12 City Manager is a request for 3 staff for HR and $450,000 for marketing and social media to enhance City of Berkeley as an employer, The Droste proposal to limit legislation will be discussed after draft agenda review.
- Tuesday evening at 6 pm: City Council meeting. Item-13 under action is the in lieu fee charged to developers for affordable housing. City Council and the Agenda Committee are recorded, use closed captioning (CC) and allow save transcript. The Youth Commission meets at 6:30 pm.
- Wednesday: The Commission on Aging meets at 1:30 pm. The 4 x 4 Committee meets at 3 pm on rent increases, demolition ordinance and evictions. The Human Welfare Commission meets at 7 pm. The in-person meeting on the North Berkeley BART Housing Project is in the BUSD Board Room at 7 pm.
- Thursday: FCPC/OGC, DRC, TIC all use CC and allow save transcript. The FCPC/OGC meets at 6 pm. All other meetings start at 7 pm. The North Berkeley BART Community meeting (same agenda as in-person meeting on Wednesday) is offered as a virtual/zoom meeting. The Design Review Committee (DRC) will review two multi-story mixed-use projects: a 6-story with 127 units on Telegraph at Webster and the 25-story with 326 units on Shattuck at Allston. T1 is on the Transportation and Infrastructure Commission (TIC). The Rent Board also all meets.
A public request was sent to record one of the BART meetings and to allow Closed Captioning and Save Transcript at the virtual meeting on Thursday.
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 SPECIAL EVENTS
Sunday, February 12, 2023 – Super Bowl 3:30 pm
Monday, February 13, 2023 – Lincoln’s Birthday, A Berkeley City Holiday,
Tuesday, February 14, 2023
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1615510345
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 161 551 0345
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 2/28/2023 draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda after meeting calendar, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Work Sessions, 6. Referrals to Agenda Committee for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, REFERRED ITEMS FOR REVIEW: 8. COVID, 9. Droste – Bureaucratic Effectiveness and Referral Improvement and Prioritization Effort (BE RIPE) – measure which limits council members to one (1) legislative proposal per year and the mayor to (2) legislative proposals per year, UNSCHEDULED ITEMS: 11. Supporting Commissions, Guidance on Legislative Proposals, 12. Discussion Regarding Design and Strengthening of Policy Committees (including Budget Referrals)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
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/1617057994
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 161 705 7994
AGENDA: Use the link and choose the html option or see the agenda listed after the calendar of meetings.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
YOUTH COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87640969306?
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 or 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 876 4096 9306 Passcode: 228517
AGENDA: 9. Work Plan – Mental Health Resources at BHS
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/youth-commission
Wednesday, February 15, 2023
COMMISSION on AGING at 1:30 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1614800144
Teleconference: 1669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 161 480 0144 Passcode: 825132
AGENDA: Discussion/Action Items: 4. Election Chair/Vice-Chair, 5. Commissioner Reports, 6. Preservation and/or development of community environment in subsidized senior housing facilities, 7. Increase of Aging Services funding proportional to increase in senior residents in Berkeley, 8. Letter to Parks, Recreation & Waterfront Commission for possible senior center outdoor spaces reserved for senior center classes specifically Ohlone Park on Bonita Way, 10. Future options for senior housing, 10. Update Hopkins Corridor.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-aging
4x4 JOINT TASK FORCE COMMITTEE ON HOUSING: Rent Board/City Council at 3pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83758415401?pwd=TVdxY2xwUkRnVHFzTllXK21Yb3JPZz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 837 5841 5401 Passcode: 702926
AGENDA: Discussion and possible action: 6. Arreguin - Expiration of the Eviction Moratorium and amendments to the COVID-19 Emergency Response Ordinance, 7. Simon-Weisberg – Moratorium on rent increases, 8. Buckley Planning – Amendments to the Demolition Ordinance.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/4x4-joint-task-force-committee-housing
HUMAN WELFARE AND COMMUNITY ACTION COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/4863098496
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 486 309 8496
AGENDA: 5. Approve 2023 Community Block Grants, 6. Review Financial Reports Bay Area Outreach & Recreation Program, 7. Update mechanism for City employees and service providers to communicate, 8. Requirements for contracted non-profit service providers and transparency of grant reports, 9. Eligibility for service as representative of the poor, 10. Accessibility and availability of materials on city website, 11. Accessibility quality assessment program to handle non-conforming public facilities and complaints from seniors and disabled people over substandard services.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/human-welfare-and-community-action-commission
NORTH BERKELEY BART COMMUNITY MEETING from 7 – 8:30 pm
In-Person at 1231 Addison, BUSD Board Room
AGENDA: 1. Welcome, 2. Review of Objective Design Standards (ODS) Process and Timeline, 3. Development Team Presentation: Introduction of Development Team - BRIDGE Housing, East Bay Asian Local Development Corporation (EBALDC) Berkeley Food & Housing Project and AvalonBay Communities, Presentation of North Berkeley Housing Partners Development Concept, 4. Small group Breakout Sessions, 5. Next Steps.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/n-berkeley-bart-community-meeting-person
Thursday, February 16, 2023
LAND USE, HOUSING & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT at 10:30 am
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1605017520
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 Meeting ID: 160 501 7520
AGENDA: 3. Discussion and possible action on changing meeting to first Monday of the month at 10 am. (no other scheduled items).
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-land-use-housing-economic-development
NORTH BERKELEY BART COMMUNITY MEETING from 7 – 8:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84090881838
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 ID: 840 9088 1838
AGENDA: 1. Welcome, 2. Review of Objective Design Standards (ODS) Process and Timeline, 3. Development Team Presentation: Introduction of Development Team - BRIDGE Housing, East Bay Asian Local Development Corporation (EBALDC) Berkeley Food & Housing Project and AvalonBay Communities, Presentation of North Berkeley Housing Partners Development Concept, 4. Small group Breakout Sessions, 5. Next Steps.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/n-berkeley-bart-community-meeting-person
DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83912228659
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 839 1222 8659
AGENDA: 1. 3031 Telegraph at Webster – review modification – To demolish existing commercial building and construct a 6-story 100,992 sq ft mixed-use building with 127 units (including 9 very low income units), 1921 sq ft commercial space, 7622 sq ft usable open space, 64 bicycle parking spaces, 19 vehicular parking spaces
2. 2190 Shattuck at Allston – To redevelop 19,967 sq ft site (demolish Walgreens) with proposed 25-story building with 326 units residential units, 7500 sq ft retail space, 51 parking spaces in single level subterranean garage
3. 2996 Telegraph at Ashby – To construct new 960 sq ft self-service, single bay, roll-over automated car wash with 2 EV charging stalls, new landscaping, revisions to parking stripping.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/design-review-committee
FAIR CAMPAIGN PRACTICES COMMITTEE (FCPC) / OPEN GOVERNMENT COMMISSION (OGC) at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88456418606
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 884 5641 8606
AGENDA: 6. Biennial adjustment of Berkeley Election Reform Act (BERA) dollar amounts for cost of living adjustment BMC 2.12.545, 7. Report from subcommittee on contribution limits, 8. OGC reports, 9. Letter to council regarding commission posting of meeting minutes, 10. Use of Live Transcription for teleconferenced meetings, discussion and possible action, 11. Possible changes to public commenting practices for City Council meetings. 12. Election of chair, vice-chair.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/fair-campaign-practices-commission
TRANSPORTATION and INFRASTRUCTURE COMMISSION at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89656106619
Teleconference: 1-888-788-0099 Meeting ID: 896 5610 6619
AGENDA: 5. Update, B. Discussion/Action: 1. T1 Update, 2. Election of chair, vice-chair, 3. Mission statement and work plan
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/transportation-and-infrastructure-commission
RENT BOARD MEETINGS at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84493074093?pwd=czBIeVhaekhOcllwZHo2cThBdGRGZz09
Teleconference: 1-408-638-0968 Meeting ID: 844 9307 4093 Passcode: 791964
AGENDA: 8. Appeal not heard before 7:30 pm, case no. T-5991 (2705 Ridge Road #14), 9. Action: a. Housing Element rejection by HCD, b. Eviction Moratorium.
https://rentboard.berkeleyca.gov/elected-rent-board/rent-board-meetings
Friday, February 17, 2023 – No city meetings listed
Saturday, February 18, 2023 - Beginning of 3 Day Presidents’ Day Holiday Weekend
Sunday, February 19, 2023 - Presidents’ Day Holiday Weekend
Monday, February 20, 2023 - Presidents’ Day Holiday
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AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Draft City Council agenda for 2/28/2023
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1615510345
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 161 551 0345
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.Minutes
2.Donation $5000 to Animal Shelter from Stephen and May Birch Foundation
3.Oyekanmi, Finance - Formal bid solicitations $2,220,000
4.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
5.Garland, Public Works – Final map of Tract 8573: 2628 Shattuck for 81-unit condominium project consisting of 78 residential units and 3 commercial units
6.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
7.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
8.Garland, Public Works – Bauman Lease Termination with Bauman Wellness and Settlement of Balance Due at 1007 University
9.Taplin - Support for AB-309 Social Housing update version of AB 2053
10.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
AGENDA on CONSENT:
11.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 exisiting single family dwelling unit
12.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
13.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.
14.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.
15.Taplin, co-sponsors Bartlett, Kesarwani – Resolution Condemning a pattern of attacks targeting Black political leaders
16.Robinson, co-sponsor Humbert – 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
17.Robinson - Approval of Public Bank East Bay Visibility Study
INFORMATION REPORTS:
18.FY 2023 First Quarter Investment Report (ended 9/30/2023)
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CITY COUNCIL Meeting at 6 pm
February 14, 2023
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison, School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1617057994
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 161 705 7994
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.2nd reading – Parking/Towing Fines & Fees Reform
2.Finance – Formal bid solicitations $2,124,000 ($75,000 Consultant Mental Health Medi-Cal Billing and CalAIM transition, $150,000 Target Case Management Consultant, $399,000 Bus transportation for summer camps, $1,500,000 Just Transition Pilot Program)
3.Sprague – Contract 47QTCA20D004Y for $200,000 3/1/2023 – 1/22/2025 not to exceed $300,000 in total with one 2 yr extension to 1/22/2027 with Public Consulting group for Professional Services related to ground emergency transport (GEMT), QAF, IGT, PP-GEMT
4.Sprague – Contract $700,000 5/1/2023 – 4/30/2025 with Forster & Kroeger Landscape Maintenance for chipping services
5.Warhuus – Revenue contract $293,705 2023 Community Services Block Grant 1/1/2023 – 5/31/2024
6.Warhuus – Contract add $228,850 from Measure P total $348,850 with Dorothy Day House for the inclement weather shelter program and amend contract 31900284 add $190,260 to operate inclement weather shelter for up to 127 nights from 12/3/2022 – 4/15/2023 for a total amount not to exceed $4,211,173
7.Warhuus – Contract $107,890 with Resources for Community Development (RCD) for MLK Jr House – Mental Health Services Act Operating Support to monitor 12-room, transition Single-Room Occupancy housing development
8.Mills Act Contract – 2523 Piedmont
9.Mills Act Contract – 2119 Marin
10.Garland – Authorize funding agreement $648,000 with AC Transit to supplement quick-build Durant Transit Lane Project
11.Arreguin – Berkeley Rotary Endowment
12.Robinson – Refer $250,000 to FY 2023 budget process for Southside Impact Nexus Study
AGENDA on ACTION
13.a. Klein – Citywide Affordable Housing Requirements (clean-up of January 17 rereading ordinance with corrections),
b. Harrison – Apply standard $45 per square foot fee on projects between 3000 and 12,000 residential square feet, exempt smaller projects of 3000 square feet or less (equivalent to 4 to 5 units) and expediate a new in lieu fee study.
INFORMATION REPORTS
14.City Manager – Referral Response: Home Share Program
15.LPO NOD 1767-1771 Alcatraz appeal expires February 14, 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
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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Kelly Hammargren’s summary on what happened the preceding week can be found in the Berkeley Daily Planet under Activist’s Diary at: www.berkeleydailyplanet.com.
This meeting list is also posted at: https://www.sustainableberkeleycoalition.com/whats-ahead.html
If you would like to receive the Activist’s Calendar as soon as it is completed send an email to kellyhammargren@gmail.com.
If you wish to stop receiving the weekly calendar of city meetings please forward the email you received to kellyhammargren@gmail.com with the request to be removed from the email list.
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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.
One advantage of ZOOM live transcription over the Captioner’s Record for City Council meetings, is that Zoom grabs the speaker’s log-in name. The City Captioner recorder (liver person typing) uses the public comment speaker’s name from the person or someone else stating the name. The person speaking is frequently not identified. The advantage of the CC Captioner’s record is familiar with Berkeley specific terms.
For the online attendee the full transcript is only available from the time the attendee activates Closed Captioning. If Closed Captioning is activated and you sit through a meeting and then remember 10 minutes before it is over to click on CC then go to the arrow/carrot next to CC for the menu and click on Show Full Transcript you will only get the last 10 minutes, not the full transcript
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 with the updated 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.
Also a meeting does not have to be recorded to allow Closed Captioning and allow to Save Transcript. Saving the transcript saves it to our own computers. Closed Captioning is completely separate from recording a meeting, therefore recording a meeting does not activate closed captioning. The meeting host can activate closed captioning and block attendees from saving the transcript. When this is done there will be no “Save Transcript” button. And, allowing attendees to save the transcript does not require the meeting host to save the 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 5, 2023 - February 12, 2023
Worth Noting:
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.
City Council February 14 regular meeting agenda is available for review and comment. Use the link and then 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
Survey: Bay Ferry 2050 Public Survey https://www.bayferry2050.org/survey
BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND SPECIAL EVENTS
Sunday, February 5, 2023 – No city meetings listed
Monday, February 6, 2023
COMMUNITY FOR A CULTURAL CIVIC CENTER (CCCC) from 9:30 – 10:30 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89514619642?pwd=S2UvdWpmZWY5UFV1NDBiZndoY0JaZz09
Teleconference: not provided
AGENDA: Civic Center Vision Plan Update
https://berkeleycccc.org/
CITY / UC / STUDENT RELATIONS COMMITTEE at 1 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84528225869
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 845 2822 5869
AGENDA: 4. Southside Complete Streets update, 5. Community safety, including street lighting and blue light emergency phones, 6. LRDP (Long Range Development Plan) priorities discussion.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/cityucstudent-relations-committee
PEACE AND JUSTICE COMMISSION at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82123739711
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 821 2373 9711
AGENDA: 5. Commission & Cahir updates, 6. Secretary’s report, 7. Election chair, vice-chair, 8. Discuss and pass resolution of support for dis-credit bad checks, 9. Japanese Day of Remembrance, 10. Shellmound issues and Land Acknowledgement, 11. Update on Reproductive Services and Education Access Survey, 12. Update on BUSD Ethnic Studies, 13. Seating needed for Berkeley Offices.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/peace-and-justice-commission
PERSONNEL BOARD at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85488360271?pwd=SUk3L0JqalFuaUdjSW0zaWxiRCsyUT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 854 8836 0271 Passcode: 172741
AGENDA: V. Election chair, vice-chair, VI. Recommendation to increase salary range for unrepresented camp staff classifications in unit x1, VII. Recommendation to revise the Assistant Aquatics Coordinator Classification.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/personnel-board
Tuesday, February 7, 2023 - President Biden, State of the Union at 6 pm
Wednesday, February 8, 2023
PARKS, RECREATION and WATERFRONT COMMISSION at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89698730836
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 896 9873 0836
AGENDA: 6. Chair report, 7. Election chair, vice-chair, 8. Director Ferris report, 9. Presentation: Animal care issues at city parks, 11. Return to in-person meetings, 12. Create a subcommittee on dog parks.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/parks-recreation-and-waterfront-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: 3. Public comment on agenda and non-agenda items, 5. ODPA staff reports, 6. Chair and Board member reports, 7. Police Chief report, 8. Subcommittee reports on Policy and Practices related to Downtown Task Force and Bike Unit, 9. a. Update PAB retreat and training, b. Review of Drone Policy, c. Notice of Policy Complaint, 10. Public comment, 11. CLOSED Session.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
Thursday, February 9, 2023
BUDGET & FINANCE Committee at 10 am
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1619021675
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 161 902 1675
AGENDA: 2. Election Chair, 3. Presentation on State of CA Encampment Resolution Funding Program and grant submittal including local match $5,000,000 Measure P revenue, 4. Update Measure P, 5.a. Sugar Sweetened Beverage Panel of Experts – Allocating $3,000,000 of funds, b. City Manager – Allocating $2,000,000 of funds.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-budget-finance
CIVIC CENTER VISION Meeting from 11:30 am – 12:30 am
Super Subcommittee Meeting of Commissions - Landmarks Preservation Commission (LPC), Civic Arts Commission, Transportation and Infrastructure Commission and Parks, Recreation and Waterfront Commission
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89543804476?pwd=THV0TitYdVFSUFVxYzZxQWZBSEJudz09
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 or 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 895 4380 4476 Passcode: 528648
AGENDA: Presentation on Civic Center Park, Maudelle Shirik and Veterans Building, Comments from subcommittee members, public comment (1 minute per speaker)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/our-work/capital-projects/civic-center-vision-plan-project
Invite - https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/civic-center-vision-meeting-0
SPECIALIZED CARE UNIT (SCU) COMMUNITY DIALOGUE from 6 pm – 7:30 pm
Videoconference: http://bit.ly/3D1Ro5o
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 Meeting ID: 160 934 4145 Passcode: 593500
AGENDA: Program background, next steps, Q&A, the SCU is a 24/7 non-police mental health and substance use crisis response team, implemented in partnership with Bonita House.
Questions email HHCS@cityofberkeley.info
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/specialized-care-unit-community-dialogue
ZONING ADJUSTMENTS BOARD at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82313096535
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 or 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 823 1309 6535
AGENDA: 3. 2506 Haste Street – on consent – #ZP2022-0074 - add a cannabis consumption lounge and amplified live music to an existing cannabis retail storefront.
4. 1341 Addison – on consent – #ZP2022-0089 - construct addition for new dwelling unit convert single-family dwelling to a 2-story (23 feet) 3500 sq ft duplex with 6 bedrooms total and 2 off-street parking spaces.
5. 0 (919) Camelia – on action – staff recommend approve - #ZP2022-0020 – to construct a 6,989 sq ft 3-story (39 ft), 3-unit live/work building and 3 parking spaces on 3510 sq ft vacant lot.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zoning-adjustments-board
Friday, February 10, 2023 – Reduced City Services Day, no city meetings listed
Saturday, February 11, 2023
Berkeley Neighborhoods Council at 10 am
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, February 12, 2023 - No city meetings listed
Monday, February 13, 2023 – City offices closed, Lincoln’s birthday
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CITY COUNCIL Meeting at 6 pm
February 14, 2023
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison, School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1617057994
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 161 705 7994
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.2nd reading – Parking/Towing Fines & Fees Reform
2.Finance – Formal bid solicitations $2,124,000 ($75,000 Consultant Mental Health Medi-Cal Billing and CalAIM transition, $150,000 Target Case Management Consultant, $399,000 Bus transportation for summer camps, $1,500,000 Just Transition Pilot Program)
3.Sprague – Contract 47QTCA20D004Y for $200,000 3/1/2023 – 1/22/2025 not to exceed $300,000 in total with one 2 yr extension to 1/22/2027 with Public Consulting group for Professional Services related to ground emergency transport (GEMT), QAF, IGT, PP-GEMT
4.Sprague – Contract $700,000 5/1/2023 – 4/30/2025 with Forster & Kroeger Landscape Maintenance for chipping services
5.Warhuus – Revenue contract $293,705 2023 Community Services Block Grant 1/1/2023 – 5/31/2024
6.Warhuus – Contract add $228,850 from Measure P total $348,850 with Dorothy Day House for the inclement weather shelter program and amend contract 31900284 add $190,260 to operate inclement weather shelter for up to 127 nights from 12/3/2022 – 4/15/2023 for a total amount not to exceed $4,211,173
7.Warhuus – Contract $107,890 with Resources for Community Development (RCD) for MLK Jr House – Mental Health Services Act Operating Support to monitor 12-room, transition Single-Room Occupancy housing development
8.Mills Act Contract – 2523 Piedmont
9.Mills Act Contract – 2119 Marin
10.Garland – Authorize funding agreement $648,000 with AC Transit to supplement quick-build Durant Transit Lane Project
11.Arreguin – Berkeley Rotary Endowment
12.Robinson – Refer $250,000 to FY 2023 budget process for Southside Impact Nexus Study
AGENDA on ACTION
13.a. Klein – Citywide Affordable Housing Requirements (clean-up of January 17 rereading ordinance with corrections),
b. Harrison – Apply standard $45 per square foot fee on projects between 3000 and 12,000 residential square feet, exempt smaller projects of 3000 square feet or less (equivalent to 4 to 5 units) and expediate a new in lieu fee study.
INFORMATION REPORTS
14.City Manager – Referral Response: Home Share Program
15.LPO NOD 1767-1771 Alcatraz appeal expires February 14, 2023
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LAND USE CALENDAR:
Public Hearings
1262 Francisco (add 40 sq ft and 2nd story balcony) 2/28/2023
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
CLOSED CAPTIONING, SAVE TRANSCRIPT OVERVIEW, DIRECTIONS AND ZOOM SUPPORT LINKS:
ZOOM has as part of the program - (no extra cost) closed captioning. It is computer voice recognition. 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.
For the attendee the full transcript is only available from the time it is activated. If closed captioning is activated and you sit through a meeting and then remember 10 minutes before it is over to click on CC then go to the arrow/carrot for the menu and click on show full transcript you will only get the last 10 minutes, not the full transcript
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, "save transcript," you can click on the button repeatedly throughout the meeting and it will just overwrite with the updated 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." It will show up 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 and save it.
A meeting does not have to be recorded to allow closed captioning and allow save transcript. Saving the transcript saves it to our own computers. Closed Captioning is completely separate from recording a meeting, therefore recording a meeting does not activate closed captioning. The meeting host can activate closed captioning and block attendees from saving the transcript. When this is done there will be no “save transcript” button. Allowing attendees to save the transcript does not require the meeting host to save the transcript.
Here is the link to ZOOM support in 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
Worth Noting:
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.
- Monday: At 9:30 am CCCC is getting an update on Civic Center Vision progress prior to the meeting for the commissions’ super subcommittee. The City/UC/Student Committee aka 4 x 6 meets at 1 pm on Southside streets, lighting, blue phones. The Peace and Justice Commission and Personnel Board meet at 7 pm. The Peace and Justice Commission usually activates closed captioning and save live transcription.
- Tuesday: No city meetings listed. President Biden’s State of the Union is at 6 pm.
- Wednesday: The Police Accountability Board (PAB) meets at 6:30 pm. The PAB is recorded and has CC and save transcript. The Parks, Recreation and Waterfront Commission meets at 7 pm. Parks Commission is never recorded and staff have declined to turn on closed captioning when requested.
- Thursday: The Budget & Finance Committee meets at 10 am. This meeting has audio recording, closed captioning and save live transcription. The Civic Center Visioning commissions’ super subcommittee meets at 11:30 am. Recording and closed captioning status is unknown. The community meeting on the Special Care Unit is at 6 pm. Recording and closed captioning status is unknown. The Zoning Adjustment Board (ZAB) meets at 7 pm with one project listed under action. ZAB is recorded and has closed captioning and save transcript.
- Saturday: The Berkeley Neighborhoods Council (BNC) meets at 10 am. These meetings are recorded and posted on the BNC website.
City Council February 14 regular meeting agenda is available for review and comment. Use the link and then 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
Survey: Bay Ferry 2050 Public Survey https://www.bayferry2050.org/survey
BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND SPECIAL EVENTS
Sunday, February 5, 2023 – No city meetings listed
Monday, February 6, 2023
COMMUNITY FOR A CULTURAL CIVIC CENTER (CCCC) from 9:30 – 10:30 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89514619642?pwd=S2UvdWpmZWY5UFV1NDBiZndoY0JaZz09
Teleconference: not provided
AGENDA: Civic Center Vision Plan Update
https://berkeleycccc.org/
CITY / UC / STUDENT RELATIONS COMMITTEE at 1 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84528225869
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 845 2822 5869
AGENDA: 4. Southside Complete Streets update, 5. Community safety, including street lighting and blue light emergency phones, 6. LRDP (Long Range Development Plan) priorities discussion.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/cityucstudent-relations-committee
PEACE AND JUSTICE COMMISSION at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82123739711
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 821 2373 9711
AGENDA: 5. Commission & Cahir updates, 6. Secretary’s report, 7. Election chair, vice-chair, 8. Discuss and pass resolution of support for dis-credit bad checks, 9. Japanese Day of Remembrance, 10. Shellmound issues and Land Acknowledgement, 11. Update on Reproductive Services and Education Access Survey, 12. Update on BUSD Ethnic Studies, 13. Seating needed for Berkeley Offices.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/peace-and-justice-commission
PERSONNEL BOARD at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85488360271?pwd=SUk3L0JqalFuaUdjSW0zaWxiRCsyUT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 854 8836 0271 Passcode: 172741
AGENDA: V. Election chair, vice-chair, VI. Recommendation to increase salary range for unrepresented camp staff classifications in unit x1, VII. Recommendation to revise the Assistant Aquatics Coordinator Classification.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/personnel-board
Tuesday, February 7, 2023 - President Biden, State of the Union at 6 pm
Wednesday, February 8, 2023
PARKS, RECREATION and WATERFRONT COMMISSION at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89698730836
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 896 9873 0836
AGENDA: 6. Chair report, 7. Election chair, vice-chair, 8. Director Ferris report, 9. Presentation: Animal care issues at city parks, 11. Return to in-person meetings, 12. Create a subcommittee on dog parks.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/parks-recreation-and-waterfront-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: 3. Public comment on agenda and non-agenda items, 5. ODPA staff reports, 6. Chair and Board member reports, 7. Police Chief report, 8. Subcommittee reports on Policy and Practices related to Downtown Task Force and Bike Unit, 9. a. Update PAB retreat and training, b. Review of Drone Policy, c. Notice of Policy Complaint, 10. Public comment, 11. CLOSED Session.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
Thursday, February 9, 2023
BUDGET & FINANCE Committee at 10 am
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1619021675
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 161 902 1675
AGENDA: 2. Election Chair, 3. Presentation on State of CA Encampment Resolution Funding Program and grant submittal including local match $5,000,000 Measure P revenue, 4. Update Measure P, 5.a. Sugar Sweetened Beverage Panel of Experts – Allocating $3,000,000 of funds, b. City Manager – Allocating $2,000,000 of funds.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-budget-finance
CIVIC CENTER VISION Meeting from 11:30 am – 12:30 am
Super Subcommittee Meeting of Commissions - Landmarks Preservation Commission (LPC), Civic Arts Commission, Transportation and Infrastructure Commission and Parks, Recreation and Waterfront Commission
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89543804476?pwd=THV0TitYdVFSUFVxYzZxQWZBSEJudz09
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 or 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 895 4380 4476 Passcode: 528648
AGENDA: Presentation on Civic Center Park, Maudelle Shirik and Veterans Building, Comments from subcommittee members, public comment (1 minute per speaker)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/our-work/capital-projects/civic-center-vision-plan-project
Invite - https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/civic-center-vision-meeting-0
SPECIALIZED CARE UNIT (SCU) COMMUNITY DIALOGUE from 6 pm – 7:30 pm
Videoconference: http://bit.ly/3D1Ro5o
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 Meeting ID: 160 934 4145 Passcode: 593500
AGENDA: Program background, next steps, Q&A, the SCU is a 24/7 non-police mental health and substance use crisis response team, implemented in partnership with Bonita House.
Questions email HHCS@cityofberkeley.info
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/specialized-care-unit-community-dialogue
ZONING ADJUSTMENTS BOARD at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82313096535
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 or 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 823 1309 6535
AGENDA: 3. 2506 Haste Street – on consent – #ZP2022-0074 - add a cannabis consumption lounge and amplified live music to an existing cannabis retail storefront.
4. 1341 Addison – on consent – #ZP2022-0089 - construct addition for new dwelling unit convert single-family dwelling to a 2-story (23 feet) 3500 sq ft duplex with 6 bedrooms total and 2 off-street parking spaces.
5. 0 (919) Camelia – on action – staff recommend approve - #ZP2022-0020 – to construct a 6,989 sq ft 3-story (39 ft), 3-unit live/work building and 3 parking spaces on 3510 sq ft vacant lot.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zoning-adjustments-board
Friday, February 10, 2023 – Reduced City Services Day, no city meetings listed
Saturday, February 11, 2023
Berkeley Neighborhoods Council at 10 am
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, February 12, 2023 - No city meetings listed
Monday, February 13, 2023 – City offices closed, Lincoln’s birthday
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CITY COUNCIL Meeting at 6 pm
February 14, 2023
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison, School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1617057994
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 161 705 7994
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.2nd reading – Parking/Towing Fines & Fees Reform
2.Finance – Formal bid solicitations $2,124,000 ($75,000 Consultant Mental Health Medi-Cal Billing and CalAIM transition, $150,000 Target Case Management Consultant, $399,000 Bus transportation for summer camps, $1,500,000 Just Transition Pilot Program)
3.Sprague – Contract 47QTCA20D004Y for $200,000 3/1/2023 – 1/22/2025 not to exceed $300,000 in total with one 2 yr extension to 1/22/2027 with Public Consulting group for Professional Services related to ground emergency transport (GEMT), QAF, IGT, PP-GEMT
4.Sprague – Contract $700,000 5/1/2023 – 4/30/2025 with Forster & Kroeger Landscape Maintenance for chipping services
5.Warhuus – Revenue contract $293,705 2023 Community Services Block Grant 1/1/2023 – 5/31/2024
6.Warhuus – Contract add $228,850 from Measure P total $348,850 with Dorothy Day House for the inclement weather shelter program and amend contract 31900284 add $190,260 to operate inclement weather shelter for up to 127 nights from 12/3/2022 – 4/15/2023 for a total amount not to exceed $4,211,173
7.Warhuus – Contract $107,890 with Resources for Community Development (RCD) for MLK Jr House – Mental Health Services Act Operating Support to monitor 12-room, transition Single-Room Occupancy housing development
8.Mills Act Contract – 2523 Piedmont
9.Mills Act Contract – 2119 Marin
10.Garland – Authorize funding agreement $648,000 with AC Transit to supplement quick-build Durant Transit Lane Project
11.Arreguin – Berkeley Rotary Endowment
12.Robinson – Refer $250,000 to FY 2023 budget process for Southside Impact Nexus Study
AGENDA on ACTION
13.a. Klein – Citywide Affordable Housing Requirements (clean-up of January 17 rereading ordinance with corrections),
b. Harrison – Apply standard $45 per square foot fee on projects between 3000 and 12,000 residential square feet, exempt smaller projects of 3000 square feet or less (equivalent to 4 to 5 units) and expediate a new in lieu fee study.
INFORMATION REPORTS
14.City Manager – Referral Response: Home Share Program
15.LPO NOD 1767-1771 Alcatraz appeal expires February 14, 2023
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LAND USE CALENDAR:
Public Hearings
1262 Francisco (add 40 sq ft and 2nd story balcony) 2/28/2023
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
CLOSED CAPTIONING, SAVE TRANSCRIPT OVERVIEW, DIRECTIONS AND ZOOM SUPPORT LINKS:
ZOOM has as part of the program - (no extra cost) closed captioning. It is computer voice recognition. 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.
For the attendee the full transcript is only available from the time it is activated. If closed captioning is activated and you sit through a meeting and then remember 10 minutes before it is over to click on CC then go to the arrow/carrot for the menu and click on show full transcript you will only get the last 10 minutes, not the full transcript
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, "save transcript," you can click on the button repeatedly throughout the meeting and it will just overwrite with the updated 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." It will show up 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 and save it.
A meeting does not have to be recorded to allow closed captioning and allow save transcript. Saving the transcript saves it to our own computers. Closed Captioning is completely separate from recording a meeting, therefore recording a meeting does not activate closed captioning. The meeting host can activate closed captioning and block attendees from saving the transcript. When this is done there will be no “save transcript” button. Allowing attendees to save the transcript does not require the meeting host to save the transcript.
Here is the link to ZOOM support in 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
January 29 - February 5, 2023
Worth Noting:
Busy week ahead
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND SPECIAL EVENTS
Sunday, January 29, 2023
BERKELEY EQUITY SUMMIT ALLIANCE #11 from 6 – 8 pm
Videoconference: https://bit.ly/ESummit10
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 862 4297 8741 Passcode: 729545
AGENDA: Building Black Power
This event is BIPOC led and organized in collaboration with Friends of Adeline
Monday, January 30, 2023
City Council PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE at 10:30 am
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1604574711
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8874 (toll free) Meeting ID: 160 457 4711
AGENDA: 3. Review of Policy 1043 Extra Duty (Policy on Police Overtime).
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-public-safety
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1618949724
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 161 894 9724
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve the 2/14/2023 draft agenda – (use link below or read full draft agenda after calendar of city meetings), 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Work Sessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review: 8. COVID, 9. a. Youth Commission – Adding a Youth Member to the Environment and Climate Commission, b. Environment and Climate Commission – Refer to CMngr for feasibility and draft language if feasible, c. Harrison – Adopt Ordinance BMC 3.82 modifying membership and appointment procedures 9. Discussion Regarding Design and Strengthening of Policy Committees, 10. Droste – Bureaucratic Effectiveness and Referral and Improvement and Prioritization Effort (BERIPE) – limits legislation submissions from councilmembers, 11. Droste – Reforms to Public Comment at City Council meetings – limits public comment 12. Discussion of Potential Changes and Enhancements to the City Council Legislative Process, Unscheduled Items: 13. Supporting Commissions, Guidance on Legislative Proposals, 14. Discussion regarding design and strengthening of Policy Committee Process and Structure (including budget referrals).
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/1613261723
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 161 326 1723
AGENDA: 1. Conference with legal counsel on existing litigation a. Schmeier v. CoB Alameda Superior Court RG 19036596, b. Owens v. CoB US District Court, Northern District Case No. 22-cv-02715-YGR, 2. Conference with legal counsel on pending litigation Workers Compensation Appeals Board a. Case ADJ835942, b. ADJ9211119, ADJ15749921, ADJ15521282, c. ADJ3710721, 3. Conference with real property negotiators 830 University, CoB, Lifelong Medical Berkeley Free Clinic.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
LOAN ADMINISTRATION BOARD at 4 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89360272628?pwd=NDVxRHdqRVROWGoyZjBHL2h5WURPZz09
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 893 6027 2628
AGENDA: B. State of the Revolving Loan Fund
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/loan-administration-board
SPEAKING UP for POINT MOLATE from 6 – 7 pm
Videoconference: https://tinyurl.com/2kb32ds4
AGENDA: Megan Isadore, Executive Director of the River Otter Ecology Project presenting with photos and videos
Tuesday, January 31, 2023
CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 4 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1610761302
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 161 076 1302
AGENDA: 1. Ferris – Provide Direction on closing the $3,215,000 - $4,515,000 funding gap to complete Measure T1 Phase 2 Projects.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1610761302
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 161 076 1302
AGENDA: Use the link below and then 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 at 6:30 pm
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 & Board member reports, 7. Chief report, 8. Subcommittee report on policy and practice relating to Downtown Task Force and Bike Unit, 9. Update regarding future access to BPD Internal Affairs reports and information, 10. a. Election, b. Possibility of presentation on Early Intervention Systems, c. Budget review and BPD overtime usage, and a CLOSED SESSION.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
Wednesday, February 1, 2023
4x4 JOINT TASK FORCE COMMITTEE ON HOUSING: Rent Board/City Council at 3pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82863248059?pwd=SGtvRlNjMStLclZNNmRmdi9objhWQT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 828 6324 8059 Passcode: 302897
AGENDA: 6. Discussion and possible recommendations on a moratorium on rent increases, 7. Discussion and possible recommendations to City Council regarding amendments to the Demolition Ordinance, 8. Discussion and possible action regarding the expiration of the Eviction Moratorium BMC 13.110 and amendments to the COVID-19 Emergency Response Ordinance.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/4x4-joint-task-force-committee-housing
BOARD OF LIBRARY TRUSTEES (BOLT) Regular Meeting at 6 pm
BOARD OF LIBRARY TRUSTEES (BOLT) Special Meeting at 6:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86042306505
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 860 4230 6505
AGENDA: 6:30 Special meeting under action to discuss and explore longer-term goals and opportunities for Board development.
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
COMMISSION on DISABILITY at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83792234648?pwd=d1BSZWNrSTAzSkY2WldPaXFwY1FPdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 837 9223 4648 Passcode: 053118
AGENDA: B.Action: To change future meeting time to 3 pm, C. Discussion/Action: 1. Voicemail Accessibility, 2. Representative for Hopkins Project, 3. Return to in-person, 4. Inclusive disaster registry, 5. IKE Kiosks, 6. Discussion whether to sign on to Pathways Center Demand letter.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-disability
HOMELESS SERVICES PANEL of EXPERTS (HSPE) at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/92491365323
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 924 9136 5323
AGENDA: 6. Recommendation on approving Measure P funding for new application for Project Homekey, 7. Recommendation on approving Measure P funds for Encampment Resolution Funding Program with motel leasing, matched by state, 8. Recommendation for centralization of inclement weather needs, 9. Recommendation on identifying another RV parking lot with safety inspections, waste management funded through Measure P, 10. Affirm recommendations for crisis stabilization center and domestic violence transition house funded through Measure P, 11. RFP for outreach treatment fentanyl use, 12. Recommendation to Council that City contract with monitors and review disability accommodations to all agencies.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/homeless-services-panel-experts
PLANNING COMMISSION at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89522096702
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 895 2209 6702
AGENDA: 10. Preparation for in-person meetings, 11. Public Hearing Demolition Ordinance, 12. EIR Scoping session Pacific Steel Casting Zoning and General Plan
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/planning-commission
Thursday, February 2, 2023
HOUSING ADVISORY COMMISSION at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89440679916
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 894 4067 9916
AGENDA: 7. Approve funding for future Homekey project, 8. Discussion and possible action on Fair Access and Transparency in the Residential Application Process Study Session, 9. Update on Council Jan 17 on in lieu mitigation fee action & 18 Housing element with by-right demolition of single family homes if replaced with multi-unit middle housing.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/housing-advisory-commission
LANDMARKS PRESERVATION COMMISSION at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87938425666
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 879 3842 5666
AGENDA: 6. Pacific Steel Casting Zoning and General Plan Amendments and Environmental Impact Report (EIR) Scoping
7. 1919 Addison – structural alteration permit - for Bonita Apartments
8. 1911 Fourth Street – structural alteration permit - for Spenger’s Fish Grotto
9. 2900 – 2920 Shattuck at Russell– demolition referral
10. 1548 University at California – demolition referral
11. 1598 University at California – demolition referral
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/landmarks-preservation-commission
WETA at 1 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89718217408
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 897 1821 7408 Passcode: 33779
AGENDA: 5. Staff Reports, financials, legislative updates, Monthly ridership, 6. Remote meetings, 7. Mitigated negative declaration and monitoring and reporting Alameda Street Ferry Terminal Refurbishment Project, 8. Award Alameda Ferry Terminal Project to Mason Construction, 9. FY 2024 Fare program
https://weta.sanfranciscobayferry.com/next-board-meeting
Friday, February 3, 2023 - No city meetings listed
Saturday, February 4, 2023 - No city meetings listed
Sunday, February 5, 2023 - No city meetings listed
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AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
DRAFT AGENDA for City Council Regular Meeting February 14, 2023
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1618949724
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 161 894 9724
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
AGENDA on CONSENT:
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Agenda for January 31, 2023, CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1610761302
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 161 076 1302
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA RECESS ITEMS on CONSENT:
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LAND USE CALENDAR:*
Public Hearings
2065 Kittredge (construct 8-story mixed-use building) 1/31/2023
1262 Francisco (add 40 sq ft and 2nd story balcony) 2/28/2023
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
January 31 – Measure T1 funding at 4 pm
February 2 – Hopkins Corridor Plan at 6 pm canceled
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
City Policies for Managing Parking Around BART Stations
Worth Noting:
Busy week ahead
- Sunday: Equity Summit at 6 pm
- Monday: The Public Safety Committee at 10:30 am reviews BPD extra duty (overtime) policy. THE GO TO MEETING is the Agenda Committee at 2:30 pm with two Droste measures on the agenda for review. Item-10 BERIPE limits legislative submissions from the mayor and councilmembers and item-11 limits public comments at City Council meetings by combining consent and action items into one public comment. From 6 – 7 pm Speaking Up For Point Molate will host a (ZOOM) presentation on the River Otter Ecology Project.
- Tuesday: City Council starts at 4 pm with the T1 funding shortage followed by the regular City Council meeting at 6 pm. Agenda item-21 at the regular Council meeting is the appeal of 2065 Kittredge. The appeal is in regard to detrimental impacts to workforce and failure to provide community benefits. Also, the Police Accountability (PAB) Board meets at 6:30 pm.
- Wednesday: The 4 x 4 Task Force meets at 3 pm with the demolition and evictions ordinances on the agenda. The Board of Library Trustees (BOLT) meets at 6 pm followed with a special meeting at 6:30 pm on long term goals. The Disability Commission meets at 6 pm with a disaster registry and IKE Kiosks on the agenda. The Homeless Services Panel of Experts meets at 7 pm with recommendations for Measure P funding of multiple homeless programs/services. The Planning Commission meets at 7 pm and will conduct a public hearing on the demolition ordinance and provide a scoping session for the Pacific Steel Casting site EIR.
- Thursday: The Housing Advisory Commission (HAC) and the Landmarks Preservation Commission (LPC) both meetings are at 7 pm. The LPC will consider three demolition requests
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND SPECIAL EVENTS
Sunday, January 29, 2023
BERKELEY EQUITY SUMMIT ALLIANCE #11 from 6 – 8 pm
Videoconference: https://bit.ly/ESummit10
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 862 4297 8741 Passcode: 729545
AGENDA: Building Black Power
This event is BIPOC led and organized in collaboration with Friends of Adeline
Monday, January 30, 2023
City Council PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE at 10:30 am
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1604574711
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8874 (toll free) Meeting ID: 160 457 4711
AGENDA: 3. Review of Policy 1043 Extra Duty (Policy on Police Overtime).
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-public-safety
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1618949724
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 161 894 9724
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve the 2/14/2023 draft agenda – (use link below or read full draft agenda after calendar of city meetings), 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Work Sessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review: 8. COVID, 9. a. Youth Commission – Adding a Youth Member to the Environment and Climate Commission, b. Environment and Climate Commission – Refer to CMngr for feasibility and draft language if feasible, c. Harrison – Adopt Ordinance BMC 3.82 modifying membership and appointment procedures 9. Discussion Regarding Design and Strengthening of Policy Committees, 10. Droste – Bureaucratic Effectiveness and Referral and Improvement and Prioritization Effort (BERIPE) – limits legislation submissions from councilmembers, 11. Droste – Reforms to Public Comment at City Council meetings – limits public comment 12. Discussion of Potential Changes and Enhancements to the City Council Legislative Process, Unscheduled Items: 13. Supporting Commissions, Guidance on Legislative Proposals, 14. Discussion regarding design and strengthening of Policy Committee Process and Structure (including budget referrals).
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/1613261723
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 161 326 1723
AGENDA: 1. Conference with legal counsel on existing litigation a. Schmeier v. CoB Alameda Superior Court RG 19036596, b. Owens v. CoB US District Court, Northern District Case No. 22-cv-02715-YGR, 2. Conference with legal counsel on pending litigation Workers Compensation Appeals Board a. Case ADJ835942, b. ADJ9211119, ADJ15749921, ADJ15521282, c. ADJ3710721, 3. Conference with real property negotiators 830 University, CoB, Lifelong Medical Berkeley Free Clinic.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
LOAN ADMINISTRATION BOARD at 4 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89360272628?pwd=NDVxRHdqRVROWGoyZjBHL2h5WURPZz09
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 893 6027 2628
AGENDA: B. State of the Revolving Loan Fund
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/loan-administration-board
SPEAKING UP for POINT MOLATE from 6 – 7 pm
Videoconference: https://tinyurl.com/2kb32ds4
AGENDA: Megan Isadore, Executive Director of the River Otter Ecology Project presenting with photos and videos
Tuesday, January 31, 2023
CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 4 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1610761302
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 161 076 1302
AGENDA: 1. Ferris – Provide Direction on closing the $3,215,000 - $4,515,000 funding gap to complete Measure T1 Phase 2 Projects.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1610761302
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 161 076 1302
AGENDA: Use the link below and then 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 at 6:30 pm
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 & Board member reports, 7. Chief report, 8. Subcommittee report on policy and practice relating to Downtown Task Force and Bike Unit, 9. Update regarding future access to BPD Internal Affairs reports and information, 10. a. Election, b. Possibility of presentation on Early Intervention Systems, c. Budget review and BPD overtime usage, and a CLOSED SESSION.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
Wednesday, February 1, 2023
4x4 JOINT TASK FORCE COMMITTEE ON HOUSING: Rent Board/City Council at 3pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82863248059?pwd=SGtvRlNjMStLclZNNmRmdi9objhWQT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 828 6324 8059 Passcode: 302897
AGENDA: 6. Discussion and possible recommendations on a moratorium on rent increases, 7. Discussion and possible recommendations to City Council regarding amendments to the Demolition Ordinance, 8. Discussion and possible action regarding the expiration of the Eviction Moratorium BMC 13.110 and amendments to the COVID-19 Emergency Response Ordinance.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/4x4-joint-task-force-committee-housing
BOARD OF LIBRARY TRUSTEES (BOLT) Regular Meeting at 6 pm
BOARD OF LIBRARY TRUSTEES (BOLT) Special Meeting at 6:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86042306505
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 860 4230 6505
AGENDA: 6:30 Special meeting under action to discuss and explore longer-term goals and opportunities for Board development.
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
COMMISSION on DISABILITY at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83792234648?pwd=d1BSZWNrSTAzSkY2WldPaXFwY1FPdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 837 9223 4648 Passcode: 053118
AGENDA: B.Action: To change future meeting time to 3 pm, C. Discussion/Action: 1. Voicemail Accessibility, 2. Representative for Hopkins Project, 3. Return to in-person, 4. Inclusive disaster registry, 5. IKE Kiosks, 6. Discussion whether to sign on to Pathways Center Demand letter.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-disability
HOMELESS SERVICES PANEL of EXPERTS (HSPE) at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/92491365323
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 924 9136 5323
AGENDA: 6. Recommendation on approving Measure P funding for new application for Project Homekey, 7. Recommendation on approving Measure P funds for Encampment Resolution Funding Program with motel leasing, matched by state, 8. Recommendation for centralization of inclement weather needs, 9. Recommendation on identifying another RV parking lot with safety inspections, waste management funded through Measure P, 10. Affirm recommendations for crisis stabilization center and domestic violence transition house funded through Measure P, 11. RFP for outreach treatment fentanyl use, 12. Recommendation to Council that City contract with monitors and review disability accommodations to all agencies.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/homeless-services-panel-experts
PLANNING COMMISSION at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89522096702
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 895 2209 6702
AGENDA: 10. Preparation for in-person meetings, 11. Public Hearing Demolition Ordinance, 12. EIR Scoping session Pacific Steel Casting Zoning and General Plan
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/planning-commission
Thursday, February 2, 2023
HOUSING ADVISORY COMMISSION at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89440679916
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 894 4067 9916
AGENDA: 7. Approve funding for future Homekey project, 8. Discussion and possible action on Fair Access and Transparency in the Residential Application Process Study Session, 9. Update on Council Jan 17 on in lieu mitigation fee action & 18 Housing element with by-right demolition of single family homes if replaced with multi-unit middle housing.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/housing-advisory-commission
LANDMARKS PRESERVATION COMMISSION at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87938425666
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 879 3842 5666
AGENDA: 6. Pacific Steel Casting Zoning and General Plan Amendments and Environmental Impact Report (EIR) Scoping
7. 1919 Addison – structural alteration permit - for Bonita Apartments
8. 1911 Fourth Street – structural alteration permit - for Spenger’s Fish Grotto
9. 2900 – 2920 Shattuck at Russell– demolition referral
10. 1548 University at California – demolition referral
11. 1598 University at California – demolition referral
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/landmarks-preservation-commission
WETA at 1 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89718217408
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 897 1821 7408 Passcode: 33779
AGENDA: 5. Staff Reports, financials, legislative updates, Monthly ridership, 6. Remote meetings, 7. Mitigated negative declaration and monitoring and reporting Alameda Street Ferry Terminal Refurbishment Project, 8. Award Alameda Ferry Terminal Project to Mason Construction, 9. FY 2024 Fare program
https://weta.sanfranciscobayferry.com/next-board-meeting
Friday, February 3, 2023 - No city meetings listed
Saturday, February 4, 2023 - No city meetings listed
Sunday, February 5, 2023 - No city meetings listed
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AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
DRAFT AGENDA for City Council Regular Meeting February 14, 2023
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1618949724
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 161 894 9724
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
AGENDA on CONSENT:
- 2nd reading - Citywide Affordable Housing Requirements
- Finance – Formal bid solicitations $2,124,000
- Sprague – Contract 47QTCA20D004Y for $200,000 3/1/2023 – 1/22/2025 not to exceed $300,000 in total with one 2 yr extension to 1/22/2027 with Public Consulting group for Professional Services related to ground emergency transport (GEMT), QAF, IGT, PP-GEMT
- Sprague – Contract $700,000 5/1/2023 – 4/30/2025 with Forster & Kroeger Landscape Maintenance for chipping services
- Warhuus – Revenue contract $293,705 2023 Community Services Block Grant 1/1/2023 – 5/31/2024
- Warhuus – Contract add $228,850 from Measure P total $348,850 with Dorothy Day House for the inclement weather shelter program and amend contract 31900284 add $190,260 to operate inclement weather shelter for up to 127 nights from 12/3/2022 – 4/15/2023 for a total amount not to exceed $4,211,173
- Warhuus – Contract $107,890 with Resources for Community Development (RCD) for MLK Jr House – Mental Health Services Act Operating Support to monitor 12-room, transition Single-Room Occupancy housing development
- Mills Act Contract – 2523 Piedmont
- Mills Act Contract – 2119 Maring
- Garland – Authorize funding agreement $648,000 with AC Transit to supplement quick-build Durant Transit Lane Project
- Arreguin – Berkeley Rotary Endowment
- Robinson – Refer $250,000 to FY 2023 budget process for Southside Impact Nexus Study
- CMngr – Referral Response: Home Share Program
- LPO NOD 1767-1771 Alcatraz
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Agenda for January 31, 2023, CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1610761302
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 161 076 1302
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA RECESS ITEMS on CONSENT:
- CM (City Manager) - Amend contract 32200036 modify sole source contract and any amendments with Berkeley Convention and Visitors Bureau, d.b.a. Visit Berkeley to distribute 1/12 of annual Berkeley Transient Occupancy Tax funds to support tourism marketing and promotion for 7/1/2020 – 6/30/2023
- Louis BPD – Amend contract 100692-3 add $500,000 total $2,000,000 with Serological Research Institute for DNA testing Services, length of contract does not change, expires 6/30/2025,
- Ferris - 15-year Lease agreement with Bay Area Hispano Institute for Advancement to use 1718 8th Street in James Kenny Park 3/1/2023 – 2/1/2038
- City Attorney - Review and ratify local COVID-19 Emergency
- City Attorney - Continue directing Legislative Bodies to meet via Videoconference and Teleconference
- Finance - Formal bid solicitations $33,541,532
- Sprague Fire - Grant application: Funding up to $5,000,000 from CA Dept of Forestry and Fire Protection (Cal Fire) to be used to develop and deliver public education materials explaining the inspection process, defensible space, assist residents in need of financial assistance to remove vegetation to meet state and local codes, enhance chipper program and fund 3rd party administrator
- Warhuus – Amend Contract 32000202 – add $576,616 total $3,400,640 and extend 1 yr with Berkeley Food & Housing Project for Rental Subsidy for Russell Street Residence
- Human resources – Contract $250,000 2/1/2023 – 7/31/2023 with Apple One Employment Services for Temporary Staffing Services
- IT – Amend contract 32000118-1 add $689,400 total $1,706.909 with Nexgen Asset and Work Order Management Software Maintenance and Professional Services and add 2 years
- IT – Increase spending authority by $186,610 total $422,915 with AHEAD,Inc using CA Dept of General Services for purchase of additional Varonis software licenses 1/31/2023 – 12/21/2023
- Ferris – Amend contract 32200183 add $90,000 total $1,100,000 with Western Water Features Inc for electrical renovations at King Swim Center
- Ferris – Contract $2,483,865 (includes 15% contingency $323,982) with CA Constructores for Grove Park Field and Playground Renovation Project
- Planning – Amend Contract 32000020 add $1,000,000 total $2,000,000 with Rincon Consultants, Inc for on-call review of land use permit applications and environmental review
- Garland – Contract $1,490,427 (includes 10% contingency $135,493) with Kolos Engineering, Inc for urgent sewer repair
- Garland – Contract $4,417,421 (includes 10% contingency $401,584) with Bay Pacific Pipeline for Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Project (Hearst, Scenic Ave, Euclid, LeConte, Arch, Cedar, LaLoma, LeRoy, Piedmont, Kelsey, Palm Ct, Russell, and Backline Avalon, Belrose, University Alvarado, Roble Road
- Item removed - Garland – Authorize Funding Agreement with AC Transit for $1,036,000 additional funding for Quick-Build Durant Transit Lane Project
- Garland – Contract $1,663,900 with DBA Ray’s Electric for MLK Jr Way Vision Zero Quick Build Project
- Garland – Contract $4,444,006 (includes 10% contingency $404,001) for Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Parnassus Rd, et al. Project
- Robinson, co-sponsors Harrison, Bartlett, Hahn - Parking/Towing Fines & Fees Reform – Adopt Ordinance amending BMC 14.72.080 reduces burden of parking and towing fines on indigent persons making up to 50% AMI and allows eligibility for RPP (residential parking permits) even with outstanding tickets and fines and budget request for $383,512 for ongoing management of the program
- ZAB Appeal 2065 Kittredge Use Permit #ZP2021-0193, demolishes portions of City Landmark including Shattuck Cinemas to construct 8-story 187 units (including 4 live-work units and 9 very low income units) with 4993 sq ft commercial space and 43 parking spaces
- Arreguin – Request allocation of Early Action Planning Grants (REAP) for Higher Impact Transformative Activities
- Bartlett – Qualified positive recommendation from Budget & Finance Committee – Outcomes Based Funding, Pay-For-Success and Social Impact Bonds refer to city attorney for guidance (will be moved to consent at meeting)
- Hahn – Amend Council Rules and Procedure to allow policy committee track items with budget referrals to be referred to the Budget and Finance Committee & one subject matter policy committee
- Updated Sanctuary City Contracting Compliance Report for FY 2021.
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LAND USE CALENDAR:*
Public Hearings
2065 Kittredge (construct 8-story mixed-use building) 1/31/2023
1262 Francisco (add 40 sq ft and 2nd story balcony) 2/28/2023
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
January 31 – Measure T1 funding at 4 pm
February 2 – Hopkins Corridor Plan at 6 pm canceled
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
City Policies for Managing Parking Around BART Stations
January 22 - January 29, 2023
Worth Noting:
After last week we could use a break and it looks like we will get it with a light meeting schedule for the coming week and nothing until Tuesday.
The January 31, 2023 City Council Regular Meeting is available for public comment. Use the link and choose the html option or see the agenda listed at the end of the calendar. A special council meeting on T1 funding is anticipated for 4 pm on January 31, but that meeting is not yet confirmed or posted.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND SPECIAL EVENTS
Sunday, January 22, 2023 – No city meetings listed
Monday, January 23, 2023 - No city meetings listed
Tuesday, January 24, 2023
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 Zero Waste Rates, Zero Waste Strategic Plan, SB 1383 Implementation, Zero Waste Division staffing changes, Discussion/Action: 1. Abbe & Associates presentation on Zero Waste Strategic Plan, 2. 50 Years Proclamation of the ZW Commission.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zero-waste-commission
Wednesday, January 25, 2023
COMMISSION on LABOR at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85399338378
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 853 9933 8378
AGENDA: 2. Presentation by commission secretary on City of Berkeley Workforce Agreement (CWA) outcomes FY 2020 to the present.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-labor
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: 4. Emergency Access Evacuation Routes, 5. FY2024 FF Budget update, 6. (CWPP) Community Wildfire Protection Plan Core meeting update, 7. Federal Engineering Dispatch Study including staffing, facilities, training and software for Dispatch Center, 8 Fire Dept Master Plan.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/disaster-and-fire-safety-commission
Thursday, January 26, 2023
MENTAL HEALTH COMMISSION is scheduled to meet the 4th Thursday of the month but no agenda or meeting notice is posted. Check after Monday for a meeting notice and agenda.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/mental-health-commission
Friday, January 27, 2023 - No city meetings listed
Saturday, January 28, 2023 - No city meetings listed
Sunday, January 29, 2023 - No city meetings listed
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Agenda for January 31, 2023, CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1610761302
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 161b076 1302
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA RECESS ITEMS on CONSENT:
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LAND USE CALENDAR:*
Public Hearings
2065 Kittredge (construct 8-story mixed-use building) 1/31/2023
1262 Francisco (add 40 sq ft and 2nd story balcony) 2/28/2023
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
January 31 – Measure T1 funding at 4 pm
February 2 – Hopkins Corridor Plan at 6 pm
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
May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report 5/16/2023
Unscheduled Presentations:
Climate Action Plan and Resilience Update
City Policies for Managing Parking Around BART Stations
Worth Noting:
After last week we could use a break and it looks like we will get it with a light meeting schedule for the coming week and nothing until Tuesday.
- Tuesday: The Zero Waste Commission meets at 6 pm and will hear an update and presentation on the Zero Waste Strategic Plan
- Wednesday: The Disaster and Fire Safety Commission at 7 pm is the go to meeting of the week. On the agenda are the emergency access evacuation routes, the engineering study for the dispatch center and the fire department master plan. The Commission on Labor meets at 7 pm and will hear a presentation on the City Workforce Agreement.
- Thursday: The Mental Health Commission meeting schedule is the fourth Thursday of the month. No meeting is posted yet. Check after Monday.
The January 31, 2023 City Council Regular Meeting is available for public comment. Use the link and choose the html option or see the agenda listed at the end of the calendar. A special council meeting on T1 funding is anticipated for 4 pm on January 31, but that meeting is not yet confirmed or posted.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND SPECIAL EVENTS
Sunday, January 22, 2023 – No city meetings listed
Monday, January 23, 2023 - No city meetings listed
Tuesday, January 24, 2023
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 Zero Waste Rates, Zero Waste Strategic Plan, SB 1383 Implementation, Zero Waste Division staffing changes, Discussion/Action: 1. Abbe & Associates presentation on Zero Waste Strategic Plan, 2. 50 Years Proclamation of the ZW Commission.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zero-waste-commission
Wednesday, January 25, 2023
COMMISSION on LABOR at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85399338378
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 853 9933 8378
AGENDA: 2. Presentation by commission secretary on City of Berkeley Workforce Agreement (CWA) outcomes FY 2020 to the present.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-labor
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: 4. Emergency Access Evacuation Routes, 5. FY2024 FF Budget update, 6. (CWPP) Community Wildfire Protection Plan Core meeting update, 7. Federal Engineering Dispatch Study including staffing, facilities, training and software for Dispatch Center, 8 Fire Dept Master Plan.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/disaster-and-fire-safety-commission
Thursday, January 26, 2023
MENTAL HEALTH COMMISSION is scheduled to meet the 4th Thursday of the month but no agenda or meeting notice is posted. Check after Monday for a meeting notice and agenda.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/mental-health-commission
Friday, January 27, 2023 - No city meetings listed
Saturday, January 28, 2023 - No city meetings listed
Sunday, January 29, 2023 - No city meetings listed
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Agenda for January 31, 2023, CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1610761302
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 161b076 1302
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA RECESS ITEMS on CONSENT:
- CM (City Manager) - Amend contract 32200036 modify sole source contract and any amendments with Berkeley Convention and Visitors Bureau, d.b.a. Visit Berkeley to distribute 1/12 of annual Berkeley Transient Occupancy Tax funds to support tourism marketing and promotion for 7/1/2020 – 6/30/2023
- Louis BPD – Amend contract 100692-3 add $500,000 total $2,000,000 with Serological Research Institute for DNA testing Services, length of contract does not change, expires 6/30/2025,
- Ferris - 15-year Lease agreement with Bay Area Hispano Institute for Advancement to use 1718 8th Street in James Kenny Park 3/1/2023 – 2/1/2038
- City Attorney - Review and ratify local COVID-19 Emergency
- City Attorney - Continue directing Legislative Bodies to meet via Videoconference and Teleconference
- Finance - Formal bid solicitations $33,541,532
- Sprague Fire - Grant application: Funding up to $5,000,000 from CA Dept of Forestry and Fire Protection (Cal Fire) to be used to develop and deliver public education materials explaining the inspection process, defensible space, assist residents in need of financial assistance to remove vegetation to meet state and local codes, enhance chipper program and fund 3rd party administrator
- Warhuus – Amend Contract 32000202 – add $576,616 total $3,400,640 and extend 1 yr with Berkeley Food & Housing Project for Rental Subsidy for Russell Street Residence
- Human resources – Contract $250,000 2/1/2023 – 7/31/2023 with Apple One Employment Services for Temporary Staffing Services
- IT – Amend contract 32000118-1 add $689,400 total $1,706.909 with Nexgen Asset and Work Order Management Software Maintenance and Professional Services and add 2 years
- IT – Increase spending authority by $186,610 total $422,915 with AHEAD,Inc using CA Dept of General Services for purchase of additional Varonis software licenses 1/31/2023 – 12/21/2023
- Ferris – Amend contract 32200183 add $90,000 total $1,100,000 with Western Water Features Inc for electrical renovations at King Swim Center
- Ferris – Contract $2,483,865 (includes 15% contingency $323,982) with CA Constructores for Grove Park Field and Playground Renovation Project
- Planning – Amend Contract 32000020 add $1,000,000 total $2,000,000 with Rincon Consultants, Inc for on-call review of land use permit applications and environmental review
- Garland – Contract $1,490,427 (includes 10% contingency $135,493) with Kolos Engineering, Inc for urgent sewer repair
- Garland – Contract $4,417,421 (includes 10% contingency $401,584) with Bay Pacific Pipeline for Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Project (Hearst, Scenic Ave, Euclid, LeConte, Arch, Cedar, LaLoma, LeRoy, Piedmont, Kelsey, Palm Ct, Russell, and Backline Avalon, Belrose, University Alvarado, Roble Road
- Item removed - Garland – Authorize Funding Agreement with AC Transit for $1,036,000 additional funding for Quick-Build Durant Transit Lane Project
- Garland – Contract $1,663,900 with DBA Ray’s Electric for MLK Jr Way Vision Zero Quick Build Project
- Garland – Contract $4,444,006 (includes 10% contingency $404,001) for Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Parnassus Rd, et al. Project
- Robinson, co-sponsors Harrison, Bartlett, Hahn - Parking/Towing Fines & Fees Reform – Adopt Ordinance amending BMC 14.72.080 reduces burden of parking and towing fines on indigent persons making up to 50% AMI and allows eligibility for RPP (residential parking permits) even with outstanding tickets and fines and budget request for $383,512 for ongoing management of the program
- ZAB Appeal 2065 Kittredge Use Permit #ZP2021-0193, demolishes portions of City Landmark including Shattuck Cinemas to construct 8-story 187 units (including 4 live-work units and 9 very low income units) with 4993 sq ft commercial space and 43 parking spaces
- Arreguin – Request allocation of Early Action Planning Grants (REAP) for Higher Impact Transformative Activities
- Bartlett – Qualified positive recommendation from Budget & Finance Committee – Outcomes Based Funding, Pay-For-Success and Social Impact Bonds refer to city attorney for guidance (will be moved to consent at meeting)
- Hahn – Amend Council Rules and Procedure to allow policy committee track items with budget referrals to be referred to the Budget and Finance Committee & one subject matter policy committee
- Updated Sanctuary City Contracting Compliance Report for FY 2021.
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LAND USE CALENDAR:*
Public Hearings
2065 Kittredge (construct 8-story mixed-use building) 1/31/2023
1262 Francisco (add 40 sq ft and 2nd story balcony) 2/28/2023
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
January 31 – Measure T1 funding at 4 pm
February 2 – Hopkins Corridor Plan at 6 pm
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
May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report 5/16/2023
Unscheduled Presentations:
Climate Action Plan and Resilience Update
City Policies for Managing Parking Around BART Stations
January 15 - January 22, 2023
Worth Noting:
A very full week
BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND SPECIAL EVENTS
Sunday, January 15, 2023 – No city meetings listed
Monday, January 16, 2023 – Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday – day of volunteering
Tuesday, January 17, 2023
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1618509440
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 161 850 9440
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 1/31/2023 draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda after 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. a. & b. COVID, 9. Strengthening and Supporting Commissions, Guidance on the Development of Legislative Proposals, 10. Discussion of Potential Changes and Enhancements to the City Council Legislative Process,
Unscheduled Items: 11. Discussion Regarding Design and Strengthening of Policy Committee Process and Structure (including Budget Referrals), 12 a. Youth Commission – Adding a Youth Member to the Environment and Climate Commission, b. Environment and Climate Commission – Support for Youth Appointee, c. Harrison – Adopt an Ordinance Amending BMC 3.82 Modifying Membership and Appointment Procedures for the Environment and Climate Commission, 13. Droste – Bureaucratic and Referral Improvement and Prioritization Effort (BE RIPE) limits legislative referrals to 1 for councilmembers and 2 for mayor, restricts budget referrals to established programs, 14. Droste – Reforms to Public Comment.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1610052107
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 161 005 2107
AGENDA: use link and html version or go to agenda list at the bottom of this notice.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Wednesday, January 18, 2023
CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 4 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1619486060
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 161 948 6060
AGENDA: Adoption of 2023- 2031 Housing Element (packet 1386)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
COMMISSION on AGING at 1:30 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1614800144
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 161 480 0144 Passcode: 825132
AGENDA: 4. Letter to Council regarding Hopkins Corridor Reconsideration
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-aging
COMMISSION on DISABILITY Special Meeting at 3 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81982907807?pwd=a2dDOENEN2N3aG9jb3F4dXQvNDZaQT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 819 8290 7807 Passcode: 647330
AGENDA: B. Hopkins Corridor Plan/Project
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-disability
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) Overview of Public Art Selection Process, b) Approval of Willard Clubhouse Public Art Project Plan, c) Discussion of Poet Laureate Program, d) Discussion of Council Referral of City Song, Motto and Flag, e) Public Art on Private Development Quarterly Report.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
COMMISSION on the STATUS of WOMEN at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83651073735
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 836 5107 3735
AGENDA: 6. Report on Reproductive Access and Peace and Justice Commission Resolution, 7. Support funding of 2 health educators FY 2024, 8. CCSWG grant, 11. Women’s History Month Planning.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-status-women
ENVIRONMENT and CLIMATE COMMISSION at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81848349132
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 818 4834 9132
AGENDA: 6. Update from staff in-person meetings, Climate Equity Pilot Fund, Youth Commissioner, Gas Station Warning Labels & Used Gas Car Ban, BESO minimum requirements, Gas Prohibition amendments, staffing, 7. Reports from Commission Liaisons, Discussion/Action: 8. Subcommittee updates a. Zoning Changes to encourage EV charging/discourage gas stations, b. Transportation, c. Native Plants and Pest Reduction.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/environment-and-climate-commission
HUMAN WELFARE and COMMUNITY ACTION COMMISSION (HWCAC) at 6:30 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/4863098496
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 486 309 8496
AGENDA: 5. Approve 2023 Community Services Block Grant, 6. Update HWCAC low-income representative election process, 7. Election, 8. 2023 Meeting Schedule, 9. Review of Berkeley funded agency Program and Financial reports – Berkeley Free Clinic program and financial reports, 10. Communication mechanism between city employees and service providers, 11. Senior housing and programs, 12. Requirements for contracted non-profit service providers and transparency of grant reports, 13. Eligibility for service as a Representative of the Poor, 14. Accessibility and Availability of materials on city website, 15. 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://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/human-welfare-and-community-action-commission
Thursday, January 19, 2023
FAIR CAMPAIGN PRACTICES and OPEN GOVERNMENT COMMISSIONS at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82530486544
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 825 3048 6544
AGENDA: Fair Campaign Practices: 6. Amendments to BERA to clarify method for cost of living adjustments for campaign contribution and public financing dollar amounts and to better coordinate adjustments with timing of relevant data availability, Open Government Commission: 9. Commission meeting minutes posting requirements, 10. Use of live transcription for teleconferenced meetings. Informational Items: 13. November 8, 2022 General Election Public Finance Matching Funds Report.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/fair-campaign-practices-commission
DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83133802449
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 831 3380 2449
AGENDA: 1. 3031 Adeline – Preliminary Design Review – Demolish existing approximately 1,000 sq ft 1-story commercial structure and construct 7-story mixed-use building with 4030 sq ft of commercial space, 64 units, 21 auto parking spaces and 55 bicycle parking spaces
2. 3000 Shattuck - Preliminary Design Review – demolish existing gas station and construct 10-story mixed-use building with 1,043 sq ft of commercial space, 166 units (including 17 very low income units).
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/design-review-committee
TRANSPORTATION and INFRASTRUCTURE COMMISSION at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82514969964
Teleconference: 1-888-788-0099 Meeting ID: 825 1496 9964
AGENDA: Discussion/Action: 1. T1 Update, 2. Hopkins St Gilman to west end, Election, 4. Workplan
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/transportation-and-infrastructure-commission
RENT STABILIZATION BOARD MEETING at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89067745635?pwd=T2FMMkdpZG05VC91YXVFRWVZZGxwZz09
Teleconference: 1-408-638-0968 Meeting ID: 890 6775 5634 Passcode: 395740
AGENDA: Consent: 6. c. Proposal to approve staff recommendations for waivers of late registrations, Action: 7. a. 1) Possible letter to University of CA regarding its property agreement with Blackstone’s Real Estate Income Trust Inc. Fund (REIT), b. Allow Board to continue to meet exclusively by teleconference.
https://rentboard.berkeleyca.gov/elected-rent-board/rent-board-meetings
Friday, January 20, 2023
CLIMATE and the ECONOMY at 9 am
Register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/climate-the-economy-registration-369246936527
AGENDA: 9:20 Medea Benjamin, 10 am The Doughnut that’s good for CA, 10:30 Public Banks, 11:05 Zero Food Waste.
https://www.cemtf.org/
Saturday, January 21, 2023 – No city meetings listed.
Sunday, January 22, 2023 – No city meetings listed.
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January 17, 2023, AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
DRAFT AGENDA for City Council Regular Meeting Jan 31, 2023
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1618509440
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 161 850 9440
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
AGENDA RECESS ITEMS:
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Agenda for January 17, 2023 CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1610052107
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 161 005 2107
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA CONSENT:
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Agenda for January 18, 2023 CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 4 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1619486060
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 161 948 6060
AGENDA: Adoption of 2023- 2031 Housing Element (packet 1386)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
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LAND USE CALENDAR:*
Public Hearings
2065 Kittredge (construct 8-story mixed-use building) 1/31/2023
1262 Francisco (add 40 sq ft and 2nd story balcony) 2/28/2023
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
January 18 – Housing Element at 4 pm
January 31 – Measure T1 funding at 4 pm
February 2 – Hopkins Corridor Plan at 6 pm
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
May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report 5/16/2023
Unscheduled Presentations:
Climate Action Plan and Resilience Update
City Policies for Managing Parking Around BART Stations
* The Land Use Calendar / Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with the End of the Appeal Period
webpages with easy to find listing of building projects in the appeal period has been removed as another casualty of the conversion to the new City of Berkeley website.
Here is the old website link (no longer functional), Please ask for it to be restored.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
Worth Noting:
A very full week
- Tuesday: The Agenda and Rules Committee meets at 2:30 pm to finalize the Council agenda for January 31. At 6 pm the City Council meets. Item-19 is the status report on pension liabilities and infrastructure. Item-21 changes affordable housing requirements. The move is to calculate the in lieu fee by sq ft instead of the number of units. The in lieu fee of $45/sq ft is paid by the builder to get out of including the affordable units in the building, the units we desperately need.
- Wednesday: City Council meets at 4 pm to adopt the Housing Element for 2023 – 2031. Also, on Wednesday the Commission on Aging takes up the Hopkins Corridor at 1:30 pm and the Commission on Disability has called a special at 3 pm on the Hopkins Corridor. The Civic Arts Commission, Commission on the Status of Women and the Environment and Climate Commission all meet at 6 pm. The Human Welfare and Community Action Commission meets at 6:30 pm.
- Thursday: The Fair Campaigns and Open Government Commission meets at 6 pm. The Design Review Committee meets at 7 pm with two projects on the agenda, 3031 Adeline a 7-story project with 64 units and 3000 Shattuck a 10-story 166 unit project. The Transportation and Infrastructure Commission meets at 7 pm with an update on T1 funds which are coming up short for approved projects and Hopkins design from Gilman to the west end (not the section by Monterey Market and block of businesses).
- Friday: The Climate Emergency Mobilization Task Force program at 9 am is on Climate and the Economy.
BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND SPECIAL EVENTS
Sunday, January 15, 2023 – No city meetings listed
Monday, January 16, 2023 – Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday – day of volunteering
Tuesday, January 17, 2023
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1618509440
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 161 850 9440
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 1/31/2023 draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda after 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. a. & b. COVID, 9. Strengthening and Supporting Commissions, Guidance on the Development of Legislative Proposals, 10. Discussion of Potential Changes and Enhancements to the City Council Legislative Process,
Unscheduled Items: 11. Discussion Regarding Design and Strengthening of Policy Committee Process and Structure (including Budget Referrals), 12 a. Youth Commission – Adding a Youth Member to the Environment and Climate Commission, b. Environment and Climate Commission – Support for Youth Appointee, c. Harrison – Adopt an Ordinance Amending BMC 3.82 Modifying Membership and Appointment Procedures for the Environment and Climate Commission, 13. Droste – Bureaucratic and Referral Improvement and Prioritization Effort (BE RIPE) limits legislative referrals to 1 for councilmembers and 2 for mayor, restricts budget referrals to established programs, 14. Droste – Reforms to Public Comment.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1610052107
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 161 005 2107
AGENDA: use link and html version or go to agenda list at the bottom of this notice.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Wednesday, January 18, 2023
CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 4 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1619486060
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 161 948 6060
AGENDA: Adoption of 2023- 2031 Housing Element (packet 1386)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
COMMISSION on AGING at 1:30 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1614800144
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 161 480 0144 Passcode: 825132
AGENDA: 4. Letter to Council regarding Hopkins Corridor Reconsideration
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-aging
COMMISSION on DISABILITY Special Meeting at 3 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81982907807?pwd=a2dDOENEN2N3aG9jb3F4dXQvNDZaQT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 819 8290 7807 Passcode: 647330
AGENDA: B. Hopkins Corridor Plan/Project
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-disability
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) Overview of Public Art Selection Process, b) Approval of Willard Clubhouse Public Art Project Plan, c) Discussion of Poet Laureate Program, d) Discussion of Council Referral of City Song, Motto and Flag, e) Public Art on Private Development Quarterly Report.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
COMMISSION on the STATUS of WOMEN at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83651073735
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 836 5107 3735
AGENDA: 6. Report on Reproductive Access and Peace and Justice Commission Resolution, 7. Support funding of 2 health educators FY 2024, 8. CCSWG grant, 11. Women’s History Month Planning.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-status-women
ENVIRONMENT and CLIMATE COMMISSION at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81848349132
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 818 4834 9132
AGENDA: 6. Update from staff in-person meetings, Climate Equity Pilot Fund, Youth Commissioner, Gas Station Warning Labels & Used Gas Car Ban, BESO minimum requirements, Gas Prohibition amendments, staffing, 7. Reports from Commission Liaisons, Discussion/Action: 8. Subcommittee updates a. Zoning Changes to encourage EV charging/discourage gas stations, b. Transportation, c. Native Plants and Pest Reduction.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/environment-and-climate-commission
HUMAN WELFARE and COMMUNITY ACTION COMMISSION (HWCAC) at 6:30 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/4863098496
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 486 309 8496
AGENDA: 5. Approve 2023 Community Services Block Grant, 6. Update HWCAC low-income representative election process, 7. Election, 8. 2023 Meeting Schedule, 9. Review of Berkeley funded agency Program and Financial reports – Berkeley Free Clinic program and financial reports, 10. Communication mechanism between city employees and service providers, 11. Senior housing and programs, 12. Requirements for contracted non-profit service providers and transparency of grant reports, 13. Eligibility for service as a Representative of the Poor, 14. Accessibility and Availability of materials on city website, 15. 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://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/human-welfare-and-community-action-commission
Thursday, January 19, 2023
FAIR CAMPAIGN PRACTICES and OPEN GOVERNMENT COMMISSIONS at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82530486544
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 825 3048 6544
AGENDA: Fair Campaign Practices: 6. Amendments to BERA to clarify method for cost of living adjustments for campaign contribution and public financing dollar amounts and to better coordinate adjustments with timing of relevant data availability, Open Government Commission: 9. Commission meeting minutes posting requirements, 10. Use of live transcription for teleconferenced meetings. Informational Items: 13. November 8, 2022 General Election Public Finance Matching Funds Report.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/fair-campaign-practices-commission
DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83133802449
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 831 3380 2449
AGENDA: 1. 3031 Adeline – Preliminary Design Review – Demolish existing approximately 1,000 sq ft 1-story commercial structure and construct 7-story mixed-use building with 4030 sq ft of commercial space, 64 units, 21 auto parking spaces and 55 bicycle parking spaces
2. 3000 Shattuck - Preliminary Design Review – demolish existing gas station and construct 10-story mixed-use building with 1,043 sq ft of commercial space, 166 units (including 17 very low income units).
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/design-review-committee
TRANSPORTATION and INFRASTRUCTURE COMMISSION at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82514969964
Teleconference: 1-888-788-0099 Meeting ID: 825 1496 9964
AGENDA: Discussion/Action: 1. T1 Update, 2. Hopkins St Gilman to west end, Election, 4. Workplan
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/transportation-and-infrastructure-commission
RENT STABILIZATION BOARD MEETING at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89067745635?pwd=T2FMMkdpZG05VC91YXVFRWVZZGxwZz09
Teleconference: 1-408-638-0968 Meeting ID: 890 6775 5634 Passcode: 395740
AGENDA: Consent: 6. c. Proposal to approve staff recommendations for waivers of late registrations, Action: 7. a. 1) Possible letter to University of CA regarding its property agreement with Blackstone’s Real Estate Income Trust Inc. Fund (REIT), b. Allow Board to continue to meet exclusively by teleconference.
https://rentboard.berkeleyca.gov/elected-rent-board/rent-board-meetings
Friday, January 20, 2023
CLIMATE and the ECONOMY at 9 am
Register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/climate-the-economy-registration-369246936527
AGENDA: 9:20 Medea Benjamin, 10 am The Doughnut that’s good for CA, 10:30 Public Banks, 11:05 Zero Food Waste.
https://www.cemtf.org/
Saturday, January 21, 2023 – No city meetings listed.
Sunday, January 22, 2023 – No city meetings listed.
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January 17, 2023, AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
DRAFT AGENDA for City Council Regular Meeting Jan 31, 2023
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1618509440
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 161 850 9440
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
AGENDA RECESS ITEMS:
- CM (City Manager) - Amend contract 32200036 modify sole source contract and any amendments with Berkeley Convention and Visitors Bureau, d.b.a. Visit Berkeley to distribute 1/12 of annual Berkeley Transient Occupancy Tax funds to support tourism marketing and promotion for 7/1/2020 – 6/30/2023
- Louis BPD – Amend contract 100692-3 add $500,000 total $2,000,000 with Serological Research Institute for DNA testing Services, length of contract does not change, expires 6/30/2025,
- City Attorney - Review and ratify local COVID-19 Emergency
- City Attorney - Continue directing Legislative Bodies to meet via Videoconference and Teleconference
- Finance - Formal bid solicitations $33,541,532
- Sprague Fire - Grant application: Funding up to $5,000,000 from CA Dept of Forestry and Fire Protection (Cal Fire) to be used to develop and deliver public education materials explaining the inspection process, defensible space, assist residents in need of financial assistance to remove vegetation to meet state and local codes, enhance chipper program and fund 3rd party administrator
- Warhuus – Amend Contract 32000202 – add $576,616 total $3,400,640 and extend 1 yr with Aberkeley Food & Housing Project for Rental Subsidy for Russell Street Residence
- Human resources – Contract $250,000 2/1/2023 – 7/31/2023 with Apple One Employment Services for Temporary Staffing Services
- IT – Amend contract 32000118-1 add $689,400 total $1,706.909 with Nexgen Asset and Work Order Management Software Maintenance and Professional Services and add 2 years
- IT – Increase spending authority by $186,610 total $422,915 with AHEAD,Inc using CA Dept of General Services for purchase of additional Varonis software licenses 1/31/2023 – 12/21/2023
- Ferris – Amend contract 32200183 add $90,000 total $1,100,000 with Western Water Features Inc for electrical renovations at King Swim Center
- Ferris – Contract $2,483,865 (includes 15% contingency $323,982) with CA Constructores for Grove Park Field and Playground Renovation Project
- Planning – Amend Contract 32000020 add $1,000,000 total $2,000,000 with Rincon Consultants, Inc for on-call review of land use permit applications and environmental review
- Garland – Contract $1,490,427 (includes 10% contingency $135,493) with Kolos Engineering, Inc for urgent sewer repair
- Garland – Contract $4,417,421 (includes 10% contingency $401,584) with Bay Pacific Pipeline for Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Project (Hearst, Scenic Ave, Euclid, LeConte, Arch, Cedar, LaLoma, LeRoy, Piedmont, Kelsey, Palm Ct, Russell, and Backline Avalon, Belrose, University Alvarado, Roble Road
- Garland – Authorize Funding Agreement with AC Transit for $1,036,000 additional funding for Quick-Build Durant Transit Lane Project
- Garland – Contract $1,663,900 with DBA Ray’s Electric for MLK Jr Way Vision Zero Quick Build Project
- Garland – Contract $4,444,006 (includes 10% contingency $404,001) for Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Parnassus Rd, et al. Project
- Robinson, co-sponsors Harrison, Bartlett, Hahn - Parking/Towing Fines & Fees Reform – Adopt Ordinance amending BMC 14.72.080 reduces burden of parking and towing fines on indigent persons making up to 50% AMI and allows eligibility for RPP (residential parking permits) even with outstanding tickets and fines and budget request for $383,512 for ongoing management of the program
- ZAB Appeal 2065 Kittredge Use Permit #ZP2021-0193, demolishes portions of City Landmark including Shattuck Cinemas to construct 8-story 187 units (including 4 live-work units and 9 very low income units) with 4993 sq ft commercial space and 43 parking spaces
- Bartlett – qualified positive recommendation from Budget & Finance Committee – Outcomes Based Funding, Pay-For-Success and Social Impact Bonds
- Arreguin – Request allocation of Early Action Planning Grants (REAP) for Higher Impact Transformative Activities
- Bartlett, co-sponsors Arreguin, Harrison, Hahn – Berkeley Food Utility and Access Resilience Measure (FARM), direct CM to protect City’s food supply from natural disasters and economic disruptions by facilitating and chartering a community based non-profit with designing and implementing an integrated local food production and distribution system for Berkeley
- Updated Sanctuary City Contracting Compliance Report for FY 2021.
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Agenda for January 17, 2023 CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1610052107
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 161 005 2107
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA CONSENT:
- 2nd Reading - Zoning Ordinance Technical edits and corrections to BMC Title 23
- 2nd Reading – Annual Appropriations Ordinance (mid-year budget allocations) $178,289,951 (gross) $172,028,412 (net)
- Minutes
- Approval donated sculpture gift Queen Shamiram by Fred Parhad valued $225,000 for inclusion in City of Berkeley Art Collection
- Formal bid solicitations and RFP $3,506,00
- Amend contract #32000146 for $1,017,000 with Aramark for uniforms and laundering thru FY2025
- Amend contract #32000064 add $21,078 total $141,077.73 and extend to 1/31/2024 with Tiana Sanchez International, LLC for HHCS Equity Consultant
- Revenue Grant Agreement: $2,473,611 for 7/1/2022 – 6/30/2028 from State of California Home Visiting Program for public health promotion and prevention services
- ***Item Removed from Agenda by the City Manager*** Amend Contract 32000226 $125,000 thru 12/31/2022 with MidAmerica Administrative & Retirement Solutions for SRIP | Disability, Police Employees Retirement Income Plan, and Health Reimbursement Accounts for Retiree Health Premium Assistance Plan Reimbursements
- Establish Classification and Salary Medical Director $15,671.76 - $17,802.72 monthly or $188,061.12 - $213,632.64 annually
- Contract $822,512 with Presidio for Micro-Segmentation
- 15-year Lease agreement with Bay Area Hispano Institute for Advancement to use 1718 8th Street in James Kenny Park 3/1/2023 – 2/1/2038
- Arreguin – Support for SB 4: Affordable Housing on Faith Lands Act
- Arreguin - 12th Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration on 1/16/2023
- Arreguin – Amend Contract 32200161 add $75,000 total $125,000 with Community Development Partners to extend consulting work associated with Equitable Black Berkeley Initiative
- Kesarwani – Referral for a Security Assessment of the 1700 and 1600 blocks of San Pablo 2 months after City of Berkeley lease of 27-room motel at 1720 San Pablo
- Wengraf, co-sponsors Harrison, Humbert, Hahn – Support SB-36 (Skinner) Out-of-state criminal charges: prosecution related to abortion and gender-affirming care
- Robinson – Relinquishment of Council Office Funds for Pacific Center for Human Growth
- Status Report – Berkeley’s Financial Condition (FY 2012 – FY 2021) Pension Liabilities and Infrastructure Need Attention
- City Manager -Ferris- Changes to Selection Camps Programs Fees
- City Manager – Klein & Warhuus – Affordable Housing Requirements – amending BMC 23.328, establishes affordable housing in lieu fee per sq ft rather than by number of unites, suggested fee $45/sq ft.
- Taplin, co-sponsor Harrison - Resolution Supporting Trip Reduction Alternative for BUSD BHS Tennis and Parking Structure Project
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Agenda for January 18, 2023 CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 4 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1619486060
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 161 948 6060
AGENDA: Adoption of 2023- 2031 Housing Element (packet 1386)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
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LAND USE CALENDAR:*
Public Hearings
2065 Kittredge (construct 8-story mixed-use building) 1/31/2023
1262 Francisco (add 40 sq ft and 2nd story balcony) 2/28/2023
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
January 18 – Housing Element at 4 pm
January 31 – Measure T1 funding at 4 pm
February 2 – Hopkins Corridor Plan at 6 pm
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
May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report 5/16/2023
Unscheduled Presentations:
Climate Action Plan and Resilience Update
City Policies for Managing Parking Around BART Stations
* The Land Use Calendar / Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with the End of the Appeal Period
webpages with easy to find listing of building projects in the appeal period has been removed as another casualty of the conversion to the new City of Berkeley website.
Here is the old website link (no longer functional), Please ask for it to be restored.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
January 8 - January 15, 2023
Worth Noting:
City Council is officially on recess through January 16. The January 10 meeting is just to renew legislative body virtual meetings. The agenda for the January 17 regular City Council meeting is available for comment. Use link or check agenda list at the end of this post. The January 18 special City Council at 4 pm is for the adoption of the 2023 – 2031 Housing Element. The packet with the report is 1428 pages. https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND SPECIAL EVENTS
Sunday, January 8, 2023 – No city meetings listed.
Monday, January 9, 2023
PEACE AND JUSTICE COMMISSION at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86100920098
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 861 0092 0098
AGENDA: B. Discussion/Action items: 8. Shellmound Issue and Possible Modification of Land Acknowledgement Language with Indigenous Representatives, 9. Interim report to Council Reproductive Services and Education Access Survey, 10. BUSD Ethnic Studies, 11. Seating in Berkeley Post Offices.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/peace-and-justice-commission
PERSONNEL BOARD at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86538887981?pwd=eUFzelVyaFkySlR3T2ZPVUx4S3VhQT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 865 3888 7981 Passcode: 532989
AGENDA: V. Recommendation Amending Police Officer Recruit and Police Officer Job Class Specifications (packet 148 pages)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/personnel-board
YOUTH COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87640969306?pwd=RkE3ZnlGaGNlRmhKN2lZSFBseWl6dz09
Teleconference: Meeting ID:
AGENDA: 9. Letter to BUSD regarding School Safety, 10. Workplan.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/youth-commission
Tuesday, January 10, 2023
CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 10 am
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1619573075
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 161 957 3075
AGENDA CONSENT: Only one item: 1. Resolution making required findings for legislative bodies to continue to meet via videoconference.
https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-special-meeting-eagenda-january-10-2023
Wednesday, January 11, 2023
COMMISSION on DISABILITY at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88401482394?pwd=UlNUTThyaU5uLzBFd1dNYlQ1Z1BMQT09
Teleconference: 1-669-44499171 or 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 884 0148 2394 Passcode: 900267
AGENDA: B. Re-submit letter to Council regarding current vacancies, C. 1. In-person meetings, 2. Inclusive Disaster Registry, 3. Accessibility of Voicemail System, 4. Public Participation, 5. COD meeting schedule, 6. Changing time to 5 pm, 7. Berkeley Bike Plan\Barriers to Pedestrians and Bike Safety, 8. IKE.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-disability
PARKS, RECREATION and WATERFRONT COMMISSION at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89698730836
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 896 9873 0836
AGENDA: 8. Annual workplan, 9. Civic Center Turtle Island Monument | Fountain Project, 10. T1 shortfall for current projects, 11. Summer camp fee increases, 12. Council reports, 13. Future items Parks Development fee, Citywide accessibility plan, BMASP, Animal Care. Letter from Todd Jersey AIA on reopening the pier is listed under communications page 14 in packet.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/parks-recreation-and-waterfront-commission
POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD at 6:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82653396072
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 826 5259 6072
AGENDA: 3. Public Comment on agenda and non-agenda items, 5. Staff report, 6. Chair & Board Reports, 7. Chief Reports, 8. A. Subcommittee reports Controlled Equipment, b. Policy and practices relating to Downtown Task Force and Bike Unit Allegation, 9. A. Discussion regarding future access to BPD Internal Affairs Bureau Reports and Information, 10. A. Nomination of PAB chair and vice-chair, b. review updated Lexipol policies, c. Discussion LA Times article (Interim Chief Louis and sexual harassment from 2017 https://www.latimes.com/california/story/2022-12-29/top-berkeley-official-failed-to-reveal-investigation-into-her-police-chief-pick ), d. Presentation and Recommendations for Policy Complaint #31 Drone Usage Policy. CLOSED SESSION: Complaint #21, Complaint #30
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
Thursday, January 12, 2023
LANDMARKS PRESERVATION COMMISSION (LPC) meeting on Thursday, January 12 will not be public.
AGENDA: It was announced at the January 5, 2023 LPC Meeting, a subcommittee (unnamed with unannounced members) will meet with Scott Ferris to review city projects during the day on the 12th. It was stated that under relaxation of Brown Act rules during the COVID emergency, subcommittee meetings do not need to be public and the meeting with Scott Ferris will not be public.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/landmarks-preservation
ZONING ADJUSTMENT BOARD at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87165669901
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 or 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 871 6566 9901
AGENDA: 2. 1820 San Pablo – on consent – density bonus project – demolish the commercial building, retain and restore existing façade, construct 5-story, 44-unit (including 4 very low income units), 42,831 sq ft mixed-use building with 6840 sq ft ground floor commercial space,
3. 2439 Durant – on consent – demolish 2-story commercial building, construct 36,529 sq ft 7-story mixed-use building with 8332 sq ft commercial space and 26,906 sq ft for 22 dwellings and roof deck,
4. 1773 Oxford – on consent – demolish 6-unit multi-family building, construct 5-story, 21,048 sq ft multi-family building with 24 units (including 3 very low income) State density bonus,
5. 573 Santa Rosa – on consent – construct 3rd story major residential addition exceeding 14 feet in average height and 20 feet maximum height, add 6th bedroom to the lot, and convert existing detached garage to habitable accessory building
6. 1329 Albina – on consent – enclose covered porch and replace entry stairs in nonconforming front setback of single-family dwelling on a lot over lot coverage,
7. 469 Kentucky – on consent – demolish single-family dwelling and construct 3,310 sq ft 3-story single-family residence and 2-car garage,
8. 1752 Shattuck – on consent – demolish 1-story commercial building and accessory structures and construct 47,137 sq ft 7-story mixed-use building with 68 dwelling units (including 7 very low income), 1,210 sq ft ground floor commercial floor area, State density bonus.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zoning-adjustments-board
WATER EMERGENCY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY (WETA) at 1 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89718217408
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 897 1821 7408 Passcode: 33779
AGENDA: 5. Staff Reports weather service impacts, Federal Diesel Particulate Filter Earmark (DPF), State Operating Assistance, 2022 Ridership summary, business plan update, 6. Consent adopt resolution regarding remote meetings, 7. Approve legislative program, 8. Adopt final FY2024 – 2028 short range transit plan, 9. FY 2024 Fare program.
https://weta.sanfranciscobayferry.com/next-board-meeting
Friday, January 13, 2023 – A Reduced Service Day
Saturday, January 14, 2023
Berkeley Neighborhoods Council at 10 am
Videoconference:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/4223188307?pwd=dFlNMVlVZ2d6b0FnSHh3ZlFwV2NMdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 8422 318 8307 Passcode: 521161
AGENDA: Not yet posted, check later in the week
https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/
Sunday, January 15, 2023 – No city meetings listed.
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Agenda for January 17, 2023 CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1610052107
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 161 005 2107
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA CONSENT:
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Agenda for January 18, 2023 CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 4 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1619486060
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 161 948 6060
AGENDA: Adoption of 2023- 2031 Housing Element (packet 1386)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
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LAND USE CALENDAR:*
Public Hearings
2065 Kittredge (construct 8-story mixed-use building) 1/31/2023
1262 Francisco (add 40 sq ft and 2nd story balcony) 2/28/2023
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
January 18 – Housing Element at 4 pm
January 31 – Measure T1 funding
February 2 – Hopkins Corridor Plan at 6 pm
February 21 - Local Pandemic/Endemic Update Report, Housing Preference Policy
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
May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report 5/16/2023
Unscheduled Presentations:
Climate Action Plan and Resilience Update
Zero Waste 5-Year Rate Schedule (February 2023)
* The Land Use Calendar / Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with the End of the Appeal Period
webpages with easy to find listing of building projects in the appeal period has been removed as another casualty of the conversion to the new City of Berkeley website.
Here is the old website link (no longer functional), Please ask for it to be restored.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
Worth Noting:
City Council is officially on recess through January 16. The January 10 meeting is just to renew legislative body virtual meetings. The agenda for the January 17 regular City Council meeting is available for comment. Use link or check agenda list at the end of this post. The January 18 special City Council at 4 pm is for the adoption of the 2023 – 2031 Housing Element. The packet with the report is 1428 pages. https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
- Monday: The Youth Commission meets at 6:30 pm. The Peace and Justice Commission and the Personnel Board both meet at 7 pm. The Personnel Board Packet includes a report on City staff vacancies. The modifications in the Police Recruit and Officer job descriptions are to meet new CA law. Peace and Justice Commission has invited Indigenous Representatives to discuss the Shellmound and the Land Acknowledgement.
- Tuesday: Council meets at 10 am to vote to continue virtual meetings until the COVID emergency ends on February 28, 2023.
- Wednesday: The Disability Commission meets at 6 pm and will take up Berkeley Bike Plan and Barriers to Pedestrians and Bike Safety and IKE Kiosks. The Police Accountability Board (PAB) meets at 6:30 pm. The PAB agenda includes the LA Times report on the Interim Chief and sexual harassment investigation and Bike Unit allegations. The Parks Commission meets at 7 pm. Turtle Island Monument and T1 shortfall are on the agenda. A letter in the packet from Todd Jersey Architects states the pier is safe for pedestrian access and should be reopened.
- Thursday: WETA meets at 1 pm. The Zoning Adjustment Board has 7 projects listed on consent, two 7-story projects 2439 Durant and 1752 Shattuck and two 5-story projects 1773 Oxford and 1820 San Pablo.
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND SPECIAL EVENTS
Sunday, January 8, 2023 – No city meetings listed.
Monday, January 9, 2023
PEACE AND JUSTICE COMMISSION at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86100920098
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 861 0092 0098
AGENDA: B. Discussion/Action items: 8. Shellmound Issue and Possible Modification of Land Acknowledgement Language with Indigenous Representatives, 9. Interim report to Council Reproductive Services and Education Access Survey, 10. BUSD Ethnic Studies, 11. Seating in Berkeley Post Offices.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/peace-and-justice-commission
PERSONNEL BOARD at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86538887981?pwd=eUFzelVyaFkySlR3T2ZPVUx4S3VhQT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 865 3888 7981 Passcode: 532989
AGENDA: V. Recommendation Amending Police Officer Recruit and Police Officer Job Class Specifications (packet 148 pages)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/personnel-board
YOUTH COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87640969306?pwd=RkE3ZnlGaGNlRmhKN2lZSFBseWl6dz09
Teleconference: Meeting ID:
AGENDA: 9. Letter to BUSD regarding School Safety, 10. Workplan.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/youth-commission
Tuesday, January 10, 2023
CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 10 am
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1619573075
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 161 957 3075
AGENDA CONSENT: Only one item: 1. Resolution making required findings for legislative bodies to continue to meet via videoconference.
https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-special-meeting-eagenda-january-10-2023
Wednesday, January 11, 2023
COMMISSION on DISABILITY at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88401482394?pwd=UlNUTThyaU5uLzBFd1dNYlQ1Z1BMQT09
Teleconference: 1-669-44499171 or 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 884 0148 2394 Passcode: 900267
AGENDA: B. Re-submit letter to Council regarding current vacancies, C. 1. In-person meetings, 2. Inclusive Disaster Registry, 3. Accessibility of Voicemail System, 4. Public Participation, 5. COD meeting schedule, 6. Changing time to 5 pm, 7. Berkeley Bike Plan\Barriers to Pedestrians and Bike Safety, 8. IKE.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-disability
PARKS, RECREATION and WATERFRONT COMMISSION at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89698730836
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 896 9873 0836
AGENDA: 8. Annual workplan, 9. Civic Center Turtle Island Monument | Fountain Project, 10. T1 shortfall for current projects, 11. Summer camp fee increases, 12. Council reports, 13. Future items Parks Development fee, Citywide accessibility plan, BMASP, Animal Care. Letter from Todd Jersey AIA on reopening the pier is listed under communications page 14 in packet.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/parks-recreation-and-waterfront-commission
POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD at 6:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82653396072
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 826 5259 6072
AGENDA: 3. Public Comment on agenda and non-agenda items, 5. Staff report, 6. Chair & Board Reports, 7. Chief Reports, 8. A. Subcommittee reports Controlled Equipment, b. Policy and practices relating to Downtown Task Force and Bike Unit Allegation, 9. A. Discussion regarding future access to BPD Internal Affairs Bureau Reports and Information, 10. A. Nomination of PAB chair and vice-chair, b. review updated Lexipol policies, c. Discussion LA Times article (Interim Chief Louis and sexual harassment from 2017 https://www.latimes.com/california/story/2022-12-29/top-berkeley-official-failed-to-reveal-investigation-into-her-police-chief-pick ), d. Presentation and Recommendations for Policy Complaint #31 Drone Usage Policy. CLOSED SESSION: Complaint #21, Complaint #30
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
Thursday, January 12, 2023
LANDMARKS PRESERVATION COMMISSION (LPC) meeting on Thursday, January 12 will not be public.
AGENDA: It was announced at the January 5, 2023 LPC Meeting, a subcommittee (unnamed with unannounced members) will meet with Scott Ferris to review city projects during the day on the 12th. It was stated that under relaxation of Brown Act rules during the COVID emergency, subcommittee meetings do not need to be public and the meeting with Scott Ferris will not be public.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/landmarks-preservation
ZONING ADJUSTMENT BOARD at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87165669901
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 or 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 871 6566 9901
AGENDA: 2. 1820 San Pablo – on consent – density bonus project – demolish the commercial building, retain and restore existing façade, construct 5-story, 44-unit (including 4 very low income units), 42,831 sq ft mixed-use building with 6840 sq ft ground floor commercial space,
3. 2439 Durant – on consent – demolish 2-story commercial building, construct 36,529 sq ft 7-story mixed-use building with 8332 sq ft commercial space and 26,906 sq ft for 22 dwellings and roof deck,
4. 1773 Oxford – on consent – demolish 6-unit multi-family building, construct 5-story, 21,048 sq ft multi-family building with 24 units (including 3 very low income) State density bonus,
5. 573 Santa Rosa – on consent – construct 3rd story major residential addition exceeding 14 feet in average height and 20 feet maximum height, add 6th bedroom to the lot, and convert existing detached garage to habitable accessory building
6. 1329 Albina – on consent – enclose covered porch and replace entry stairs in nonconforming front setback of single-family dwelling on a lot over lot coverage,
7. 469 Kentucky – on consent – demolish single-family dwelling and construct 3,310 sq ft 3-story single-family residence and 2-car garage,
8. 1752 Shattuck – on consent – demolish 1-story commercial building and accessory structures and construct 47,137 sq ft 7-story mixed-use building with 68 dwelling units (including 7 very low income), 1,210 sq ft ground floor commercial floor area, State density bonus.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zoning-adjustments-board
WATER EMERGENCY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY (WETA) at 1 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89718217408
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 897 1821 7408 Passcode: 33779
AGENDA: 5. Staff Reports weather service impacts, Federal Diesel Particulate Filter Earmark (DPF), State Operating Assistance, 2022 Ridership summary, business plan update, 6. Consent adopt resolution regarding remote meetings, 7. Approve legislative program, 8. Adopt final FY2024 – 2028 short range transit plan, 9. FY 2024 Fare program.
https://weta.sanfranciscobayferry.com/next-board-meeting
Friday, January 13, 2023 – A Reduced Service Day
Saturday, January 14, 2023
Berkeley Neighborhoods Council at 10 am
Videoconference:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/4223188307?pwd=dFlNMVlVZ2d6b0FnSHh3ZlFwV2NMdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 8422 318 8307 Passcode: 521161
AGENDA: Not yet posted, check later in the week
https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/
Sunday, January 15, 2023 – No city meetings listed.
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Agenda for January 17, 2023 CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1610052107
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 161 005 2107
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA CONSENT:
- 2nd Reading - Zoning Ordinance Technical edits and corrections to BMC Title 23
- 2nd Reading – Annual Appropriations Ordinance (mid-year budget allocations) $178,289,951 (gross) $172,028,412 (net)
- Minutes
- Approval donated sculpture gift Queen Shamiram by Fred Parhad valued $225,000 for inclusion in City of Berkeley Art Collection
- Formal bid solicitations and RFP $3,506,00
- Amend contract #32000146 for $1,017,000 with Aramark for uniforms and laundering thru FY2025
- Amend contract #32000064 add $21,078 total $141,077.73 and extend to 1/31/2024 with Tiana Sanchez International, LLC for HHCS Equity Consultant
- Revenue Grant Agreement: $2,473,611 for 7/1/2022 – 6/30/2028 from State of California Home Visiting Program for public health promotion and prevention services
- ***Item Removed from Agenda by the City Manager*** Amend Contract 32000226 $125,000 thru 12/31/2022 with MidAmerica Administrative & Retirement Solutions for SRIP | Disability, Police Employees Retirement Income Plan, and Health Reimbursement Accounts for Retiree Health Premium Assistance Plan Reimbursements
- Establish Classification and Salary Medical Director $15,671.76 - $17,802.72 monthly or $188,061.12 - $213,632.64 annually
- Contract $822,512 with Presidio for Micro-Segmentation
- 15-year Lease agreement with Bay Area Hispano Institute for Advancement to use 1718 8th Street in James Kenny Park 3/1/2023 – 2/1/2038
- Arreguin – Support for SB 4: Affordable Housing on Faith Lands Act
- Arreguin - 12th Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration on 1/16/2023
- Arreguin – Amend Contract 32200161 add $75,000 total $125,000 with Community Development Partners to extend consulting work associated with Equitable Black Berkeley Initiative
- Kesarwani – Referral for a Security Assessment of the 1700 and 1600 blocks of San Pablo 2 months after City of Berkeley lease of 27-room motel at 1720 San Pablo
- Wengraf, co-sponsors Harrison, Humbert, Hahn – Support SB-36 (Skinner) Out-of-state criminal charges: prosecution related to abortion and gender-affirming care
- Robinson – Relinquishment of Council Office Funds for Pacific Center for Human Growth
- Status Report – Berkeley’s Financial Condition (FY 2012 – FY 2021) Pension Liabilities and Infrastructure Need Attention
- City Manager -Ferris- Changes to Selection Camps Programs Fees
- City Manager – Klein & Warhuus – Affordable Housing Requirements – amending BMC 23.328
- Taplin, co-sponsor Harrison - Resolution Supporting Trip Reduction Alternative for BUSD BHS Tennis and Parking Structure Project
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Agenda for January 18, 2023 CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 4 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1619486060
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 161 948 6060
AGENDA: Adoption of 2023- 2031 Housing Element (packet 1386)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
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LAND USE CALENDAR:*
Public Hearings
2065 Kittredge (construct 8-story mixed-use building) 1/31/2023
1262 Francisco (add 40 sq ft and 2nd story balcony) 2/28/2023
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
January 18 – Housing Element at 4 pm
January 31 – Measure T1 funding
February 2 – Hopkins Corridor Plan at 6 pm
February 21 - Local Pandemic/Endemic Update Report, Housing Preference Policy
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
May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report 5/16/2023
Unscheduled Presentations:
Climate Action Plan and Resilience Update
Zero Waste 5-Year Rate Schedule (February 2023)
* The Land Use Calendar / Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with the End of the Appeal Period
webpages with easy to find listing of building projects in the appeal period has been removed as another casualty of the conversion to the new City of Berkeley website.
Here is the old website link (no longer functional), Please ask for it to be restored.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
January 2 - January 8, 2023
Worth Noting:
2023 is off to a quiet start with four meetings.
Check the City website for announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
CITY REQUESTS FOR PUBLIC COMMENT:
Deadline to comment January 2, 2023 - Ohlone Park Lighting and Restrooms
To review the plans and options go to the city webpage on Ohlone Park Restroom and Lighting Improvements scroll to past events and pick the 3rd document in the list, the presentation – at: https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/our-work/capital-projects/ohlone-park-restroom-and-lighting-improvements
Send comments to echan@cityofBerkeley.info
and/or srutherford@cityofberkeley.info.
The deadline for public comment in the City survey is January 5, 2023 - Civic Center Planning for the Civic Center Park, Maudelle Shirek Building (former City Hall) and Veterans Memorial Building
To submit your comment, go to the survey at: https://qualtricsxmjph7lvfxl.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_aa71ggvGKG50ZIa
To review the Civic Center presentation go to: https://siegelstrain.sharefile.com/share/view/se8d26a6b71d4449ea51c40655e6e0bd4
A Daylighted Creek – Restore Strawberry Creek in Civic Center Park is a survey option
Strawberry Creek in Strawberry Creek Park used to flow underground in a concrete culvert. Removing the culvert and restoring the creek to its natural state above ground open to air and light is called daylighting. There is State of California grant money available for daylighting creeks through The Urban Creeks Restoration and Flood Control Act of 1984 and other grants.
If you would like to see Strawberry Creek daylighted in Civic Center Park please check that box in the MLK Jr. Civic Center Park survey section and let the project team know why you support daylighting Strawberry Creek in the comment boxes.
To be added to the list of creek advocates email: tkelly@kyotousa.org.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND SPECIAL EVENTS
Sunday, January 1, 2023 New Year’s,
Monday, January 2, 2023 City Holiday,
Tuesday, January 3, 2023 - No city meetings found
Wednesday, January 4, 2023
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1605904304
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 160 590 4303
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 1/17/2023 draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda after list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, -- Scheduling: 5. Council works sessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, -- Referred Items for Review: 8. COVID, -- Unscheduled Items: 9. Hahn - Amending City Council Rules of Procedure and Order to Allow Policy committee Track Items with budget Referral to be Referred to the Budget & Finance Committee and one Subject Matter Policy Committee, 10. Discussion Regarding Design and Strengthening of Policy Committees, 11. Supporting Commissions, Guidance on Legislative Proposals, 12 Discussion of Potential Changes and Enhancements to the City Council Legislative Process.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
BOARD OF LIBRARY TRUSTEES (BOLT) Regular Meeting at 6:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86042306505
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 860 4230 6505
AGENDA: III. A. Proposed Personnel Changes Impact to Budget FY 2023-24, B. Report on recruitment process to fill BOLT vacancy Davenport term ends 5/15/2023.
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
HOMELESS SERVICES PANEL of EXPERTS (HSPE) at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/92491365323
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 924 9136 5323
AGENDA: 5. Santa Barbara collaborative approach to address community fears of homeless, 6. Chair Report, 7. Recommendation for centralization of inclement weather needs, 8. Recommendation for hot line identifying whether warming center will be open that same evening, 9. Relocation of recreational vehicle lot formerly at SPARK, 10. Allocation for health care benefits for DDH shelter workers and possible requirement for back-up staffing in the event of an emergency, 11. Site visits to Harrison/Sankofa House and Bridget House and plan next site visit, 12. Impact that HSPE has on council decisions in oversight, funding and new programs. (packet 260 pages includes 206 page City of Berkeley Crisis Response Models Report – Specialized Care Unit)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/homeless-services-panel-experts
Thursday, January 5, 2023
LANDMARKS PRESERVATION COMMISSION at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81578977877
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 815 7897 7877
AGENDA: 5. 1325 Arch Street – Structural Alteration Permit for Schneider/Kroeber House
6. 1652-1658 University – Demolition Referral – former Radio Shack location,
7. Land Acknowledgement.
11. Correspondence From Elyce Klein re: Civic Center Park, Turtle Island Monument
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/landmarks-preservation-commission
Friday, January 6, 2023 &
Saturday, January 7, 2023 &
Sunday, January 8, 2023
No city meetings or events found
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AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
DRAFT AGENDA for City Council Regular Meeting Jan 17, 2023
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1605904304
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 160 590 4303
AGENDA CONSENT:
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LAND USE CALENDAR:*
Public Hearings
2065 Kittredge (construct 8-story mixed-use building) 1/31/2023
1262 Francisco (add 40 sq ft and 2nd story balcony) 2/28/2023
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
WORK SESSIONS:
Local Pandemic/Endemic Update Report 2/21/2023
Housing Preference Policy 2/21/2023
Annual Crime Report 3/14/2023 at 4 pm
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program 3/21/2023 at 4 pm
Civic Center Vision Project 3/21/2023 at 4 pm
Fire Facilities Study Report 5/16/2023
Council Special Meeting: Housing Element
Meeting for Local Adoption of the Housing Element is tentatively scheduled for Wednesday, January 18 at 4 pm as a virtual meeting.
Unscheduled Presentations:
African American Holistic Resource Center (January 2023)
Zero Waste 5-Year Rate Schedule (February 2023)
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* The Land Use Calendar / Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with the End of the Appeal Period
webpages with easy to find listing of building projects in the appeal period has been removed as another casualty of the conversion to the new City of Berkeley website.
Here is the old website link (no longer functional), Please ask for it to be restored.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
Worth Noting:
2023 is off to a quiet start with four meetings.
- Wednesday the Agenda Committee meets at 2:30 pm to plan the 1/17/2023 City Council Regular Meeting. The Board of Library Trustees meets at 6:30 pm. The Homeless Services Panel of Experts meets at 7 pm. The 206-page City of Berkeley Crisis Response Models Report – Specialized Care Unit included in the meeting packet is not listed as an agenda item.
- Thursday the Landmarks Preservation Commission meets at 7 pm. There is a demolition referral for the site of the former Radio Shack - watch for a mixed use building to appear on the DRC and ZAB agendas in the near future. The letter from Elyce Klein listed under correspondence lays open some questions on what is behind the changes in the Turtle Island Monument plans.
Check the City website for announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
CITY REQUESTS FOR PUBLIC COMMENT:
Deadline to comment January 2, 2023 - Ohlone Park Lighting and Restrooms
To review the plans and options go to the city webpage on Ohlone Park Restroom and Lighting Improvements scroll to past events and pick the 3rd document in the list, the presentation – at: https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/our-work/capital-projects/ohlone-park-restroom-and-lighting-improvements
Send comments to echan@cityofBerkeley.info
and/or srutherford@cityofberkeley.info.
The deadline for public comment in the City survey is January 5, 2023 - Civic Center Planning for the Civic Center Park, Maudelle Shirek Building (former City Hall) and Veterans Memorial Building
To submit your comment, go to the survey at: https://qualtricsxmjph7lvfxl.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_aa71ggvGKG50ZIa
To review the Civic Center presentation go to: https://siegelstrain.sharefile.com/share/view/se8d26a6b71d4449ea51c40655e6e0bd4
A Daylighted Creek – Restore Strawberry Creek in Civic Center Park is a survey option
Strawberry Creek in Strawberry Creek Park used to flow underground in a concrete culvert. Removing the culvert and restoring the creek to its natural state above ground open to air and light is called daylighting. There is State of California grant money available for daylighting creeks through The Urban Creeks Restoration and Flood Control Act of 1984 and other grants.
If you would like to see Strawberry Creek daylighted in Civic Center Park please check that box in the MLK Jr. Civic Center Park survey section and let the project team know why you support daylighting Strawberry Creek in the comment boxes.
To be added to the list of creek advocates email: tkelly@kyotousa.org.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND SPECIAL EVENTS
Sunday, January 1, 2023 New Year’s,
Monday, January 2, 2023 City Holiday,
Tuesday, January 3, 2023 - No city meetings found
Wednesday, January 4, 2023
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1605904304
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 160 590 4303
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 1/17/2023 draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda after list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, -- Scheduling: 5. Council works sessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, -- Referred Items for Review: 8. COVID, -- Unscheduled Items: 9. Hahn - Amending City Council Rules of Procedure and Order to Allow Policy committee Track Items with budget Referral to be Referred to the Budget & Finance Committee and one Subject Matter Policy Committee, 10. Discussion Regarding Design and Strengthening of Policy Committees, 11. Supporting Commissions, Guidance on Legislative Proposals, 12 Discussion of Potential Changes and Enhancements to the City Council Legislative Process.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
BOARD OF LIBRARY TRUSTEES (BOLT) Regular Meeting at 6:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86042306505
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 860 4230 6505
AGENDA: III. A. Proposed Personnel Changes Impact to Budget FY 2023-24, B. Report on recruitment process to fill BOLT vacancy Davenport term ends 5/15/2023.
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
HOMELESS SERVICES PANEL of EXPERTS (HSPE) at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/92491365323
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 924 9136 5323
AGENDA: 5. Santa Barbara collaborative approach to address community fears of homeless, 6. Chair Report, 7. Recommendation for centralization of inclement weather needs, 8. Recommendation for hot line identifying whether warming center will be open that same evening, 9. Relocation of recreational vehicle lot formerly at SPARK, 10. Allocation for health care benefits for DDH shelter workers and possible requirement for back-up staffing in the event of an emergency, 11. Site visits to Harrison/Sankofa House and Bridget House and plan next site visit, 12. Impact that HSPE has on council decisions in oversight, funding and new programs. (packet 260 pages includes 206 page City of Berkeley Crisis Response Models Report – Specialized Care Unit)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/homeless-services-panel-experts
Thursday, January 5, 2023
LANDMARKS PRESERVATION COMMISSION at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81578977877
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 815 7897 7877
AGENDA: 5. 1325 Arch Street – Structural Alteration Permit for Schneider/Kroeber House
6. 1652-1658 University – Demolition Referral – former Radio Shack location,
7. Land Acknowledgement.
11. Correspondence From Elyce Klein re: Civic Center Park, Turtle Island Monument
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/landmarks-preservation-commission
Friday, January 6, 2023 &
Saturday, January 7, 2023 &
Sunday, January 8, 2023
No city meetings or events found
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AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
DRAFT AGENDA for City Council Regular Meeting Jan 17, 2023
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1605904304
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free) Meeting ID: 160 590 4303
AGENDA CONSENT:
- 2nd Reading - Zoning Ordinance Technical edits and corrections to BMC Title 23
- 2nd Reading – Annual Appropriations Ordinance (mid-year budget allocations) $178,289,951 (gross) $172,028,412 (net)
- Minutes
- Approval donated sculpture gift Queen Shamiram by Fred Parhad valued $225,000 for inclusion in City of Berkeley Art Collection
- Formal bid solicitations and RFP $3,506,00
- Amend contract #32000146 for $1,017,000 with Aramark for uniforms and laundering thru FY2025
- Contract add $21,078 total $141,077.73 and extend to 1/31/2024 with Tiana Sanchez International, LLC for HHCS Equity Consultant
- Revenue Grant Agreement: $2,473,611 for 7/1/2022 – 6/30/2028 from State of California Home Visiting Program for public health promotion and prevention services
- Amend Contract 32000226 $125,000 thru 12/31/2022 with MidAmerica Administrative & Retirement Solutions for SRIP | Disability, Police Employees Retirement Income Plan, and Health Reimbursement Accounts for Retiree Health Premium Assistance Plan Reimbursements
- Establish Classification and Salary Medical Director $15,671.76 - $17,802.72 monthly or $188,061.12 - $213,632.64 annually
- Contract $822,512 with Presidio for Micro-Segmentation
- 15-year Lease agreement with Bay Area Hispano Institute for Advancement to use 1718 8th Street in James Kenny Park 3/1/2023 – 2/1/2038
- Arreguin – Support for SB 4: Affordable Housing on Faith Lands Act
- Arreguin - 12th Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration on 1/16/2023
- Wengraf – Support SB-36 (Skinner) Out-of-state criminal charges: prosecution related to abortion and gender-affirming care
- Robinson – Relinquishment of Council Office Funds for Pacific Center for Human Growth
- City Manager -Ferris- Changes to Selection Camps Programs Fees
- City Manager – Klein & Warhuus – Affordable Housing Requirements – amending BMC 23.328
- Status Report – Berkeley’s Financial Condition (FY 2012 – FY 2021) Pension Liabilities and Infrastructure Need Attention
- Taplin, co-sponsor Harrison - Resolution Supporting Trip Reduction Alternative for BUSD BHS Tennis and Parking Structure Project
- A. Recommendation from Sugar Sweetened Panel of Experts – Allocation of $3,000,000 over FY 2024 and FY 2025, b. City Manager – Companion report cuts allocations from $1,275,000 to $712,000 for BUSD and same for RFP, and increases cost allocated to staff for program to $576,000
- A. Youth Commission – add a seat to the Environment and Climate Commission for person under 18 nominated by Student Director on BUSD Unified School Board, b. City Manager – refer to CM to evaluate feasibility of 10th voting member, prepare legal language & confirmed by a suitable board of elected officials
- Arreguin – Amend Contract 32200161 add $75,000 total $125,000 with Community Development Partners to extend consulting work associated with Equitable Black Berkeley Initiative
- Kesarwani – Referral for a Security Assessment of the 1700 and 1600 blocks of San Pablo 2 months after City of Berkeley lease of 27-room motel at 1720 San Pablo
- Adopt an Ordinance Amending Berkeley Municipal Code Chapter 3.82 Modifying Membership and Appointment Procedures for the Environment and Climate Commission.
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LAND USE CALENDAR:*
Public Hearings
2065 Kittredge (construct 8-story mixed-use building) 1/31/2023
1262 Francisco (add 40 sq ft and 2nd story balcony) 2/28/2023
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
WORK SESSIONS:
Local Pandemic/Endemic Update Report 2/21/2023
Housing Preference Policy 2/21/2023
Annual Crime Report 3/14/2023 at 4 pm
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program 3/21/2023 at 4 pm
Civic Center Vision Project 3/21/2023 at 4 pm
Fire Facilities Study Report 5/16/2023
Council Special Meeting: Housing Element
Meeting for Local Adoption of the Housing Element is tentatively scheduled for Wednesday, January 18 at 4 pm as a virtual meeting.
Unscheduled Presentations:
African American Holistic Resource Center (January 2023)
Zero Waste 5-Year Rate Schedule (February 2023)
___________
* The Land Use Calendar / Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with the End of the Appeal Period
webpages with easy to find listing of building projects in the appeal period has been removed as another casualty of the conversion to the new City of Berkeley website.
Here is the old website link (no longer functional), Please ask for it to be restored.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
December 18, 2022 - January 2, 2023
Worth Noting –
Public Comment on Ohlone Park Lighting and Restrooms due Jan 2,
Civic Center Planning includes road diet (narrowing MLK Jr Way) and daylighting Strawberry Creek give your input in survey
(links below)
There are no scheduled or expected City meetings from December 18, 2022 through January 2, 2023.
Check the City website for announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
City Council Winter Recess is December 14, 2022 – January 16, 2023.
City of Berkeley Holidays: Monday, December 26, 2022 and Monday, January 2, 2023
Reduced Service Days: Tuesday, December 27 - Wednesday, December 28 - Thursday, December 29 - Friday, December 30
CITY REQUESTS FOR PUBLIC COMMENT:
Ohlone Park Lighting and Restrooms - Public comment deadline is January 2, 2023
To review the plans and options go to the city webpage on Ohlone Park Restroom and Lighting Improvements scroll to past events and pick the 3rd document in the list, the presentation. https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/our-work/capital-projects/ohlone-park-restroom-and-lighting-improvements
Send comments to echan@cityofBerkeley.info and/or srutherford@cityofberkeley.info.
Civic Center Planning for the Civic Center Park, Maudelle Shirek Building (former City Hall) and Veterans Memorial Building – SURVEY
To review the Civic Center presentation go to: https://siegelstrain.sharefile.com/share/view/se8d26a6b71d4449ea51c40655e6e0bd4
A Daylighted Creek – Restore Strawberry Creek in Civic Center Park is a survey option
Strawberry Creek in Strawberry Creek Park used to flow underground in a concrete culvert. Removing the culvert and restoring the creek to its natural state above ground open to air and light is called daylighting. There is State of California grant money available for daylighting creeks through The Urban Creeks Restoration and Flood Control Act of 1984 and other grants.
If you would like to see Strawberry Creek daylighted in Civic Center Park please check that box in the MLK Jr. Civic Center Park survey section and let the project team know why you support daylighting Strawberry Creek in the comment boxes.
To submit your comment, go to the survey at: https://qualtricsxmjph7lvfxl.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_aa71ggvGKG50ZIa
To be added to the list of creek advocates email: tkelly@kyotousa.org.
Worth Noting –
Public Comment on Ohlone Park Lighting and Restrooms due Jan 2,
Civic Center Planning includes road diet (narrowing MLK Jr Way) and daylighting Strawberry Creek give your input in survey
(links below)
There are no scheduled or expected City meetings from December 18, 2022 through January 2, 2023.
Check the City website for announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
City Council Winter Recess is December 14, 2022 – January 16, 2023.
City of Berkeley Holidays: Monday, December 26, 2022 and Monday, January 2, 2023
Reduced Service Days: Tuesday, December 27 - Wednesday, December 28 - Thursday, December 29 - Friday, December 30
CITY REQUESTS FOR PUBLIC COMMENT:
Ohlone Park Lighting and Restrooms - Public comment deadline is January 2, 2023
To review the plans and options go to the city webpage on Ohlone Park Restroom and Lighting Improvements scroll to past events and pick the 3rd document in the list, the presentation. https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/our-work/capital-projects/ohlone-park-restroom-and-lighting-improvements
Send comments to echan@cityofBerkeley.info and/or srutherford@cityofberkeley.info.
Civic Center Planning for the Civic Center Park, Maudelle Shirek Building (former City Hall) and Veterans Memorial Building – SURVEY
To review the Civic Center presentation go to: https://siegelstrain.sharefile.com/share/view/se8d26a6b71d4449ea51c40655e6e0bd4
A Daylighted Creek – Restore Strawberry Creek in Civic Center Park is a survey option
Strawberry Creek in Strawberry Creek Park used to flow underground in a concrete culvert. Removing the culvert and restoring the creek to its natural state above ground open to air and light is called daylighting. There is State of California grant money available for daylighting creeks through The Urban Creeks Restoration and Flood Control Act of 1984 and other grants.
If you would like to see Strawberry Creek daylighted in Civic Center Park please check that box in the MLK Jr. Civic Center Park survey section and let the project team know why you support daylighting Strawberry Creek in the comment boxes.
To submit your comment, go to the survey at: https://qualtricsxmjph7lvfxl.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_aa71ggvGKG50ZIa
To be added to the list of creek advocates email: tkelly@kyotousa.org.
December 11 - December 18, 2022
Worth Noting:
City Council Winter Recess is December 14, 2022 – January 16, 2023.
No meetings on Friday or the weekend. Please consider pulling out your N95 or KN95 masks for indoor events. It is winter and people are getting sick with COVID, Flu and RSV (Respiratory Syncytial Virus).
Check the City website for last minute meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
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CITY REQUESTS FOR PUBLIC COMMENT:
Ohlone Park - To review the plans and options go to the city webpage on Ohlone Park Restroom and Lighting Improvements scroll to past events and pick the 3rd document in the list, the presentation. https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/our-work/capital-projects/ohlone-park-restroom-and-lighting-improvements
Send comments to echan@cityofBerkeley.info and/or srutherford@cityofberkeley.info.
Public comments are accepted until January 2, 2023.
Civic Center Planning for the Civic Center Park, Maudelle Shirek Building (former City Hall) and Veterans Memorial Building – To review the presentation go to: https://siegelstrain.sharefile.com/share/view/se8d26a6b71d4449ea51c40655e6e0bd4
To submit your comment go to the survey at: https://qualtricsxmjph7lvfxl.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_aa71ggvGKG50ZIa
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND SPECIAL EVENTS
Monday, December 12, 2022
CITY COUNCIL HEALTH, LIFE ENRICHMENT, EQUITY & COMMUNITY COMMITTEE at 10 am,
(members Bartlett, Kesarwani, Hahn, alternate Taplin)
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81835945409
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 - Meeting ID: 818 3594 5409
AGENDA: 2. Robinson, co-sponsors Harrison, Bartlett, Hahn - Parking/Towing Fines & Fees 1) Adopt Ordinance BMC 14.72.080 to allow individuals who are eligible for Residential Preferential Parking (RPP) permits and have citation for indigent payment plans to purchase RPP and 2) Refer to City Manager to implement reforms the reduce disproportionate burden of parking and towing fees on low income individuals, amend booting & towing policy, c. develop program to offer vehicle release fee waivers for low-income and/or homeless and 3) 2024 Budget referral $383,512 / 2 FTE to manage program.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-health-life-enrichment-equity-community
CITY COUNCIL CLOSED SESSION at 3 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86583999676
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 - Meeting ID: 865 8399 9676
AGENDA: 1. Conference with Legal Counsel existing litigation Schmier v. City of Berkeley RG19036596, 2. Conference with Labor Negotiators (employee organizations: Fire Fighters Assoc. Local 1227 and Local 1227 I.A.F.F. Chief Fire Officers Assoc., IBEW, Local 1245, SIEU 1021 Community Services and Part-time Recreation Activity Leaders, DEIU 1021 Maintenance and Clerical, Public Employees Union Local 1, Unrepresented Employees, Berkeley Police Association).
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
YOUTH CCOMMISSION at 6:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84854484032?
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 - Meeting ID: 848 5448 4032 - Passcode: 992488
AGENDA: 9. Discussion: Study of access and barriers to reproductive services and education for people living in Berkeley (George Lippman – Chair, Peace and Justice Commission), 10. Upcoming construction and design for YAP, 11. Discussion: Letter to BUSD regarding School Safety.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/youth-commission
SPEAKING UP FOR POINT MOLATE AT 6 – 7 PM
Videoconference: https://sierraclub.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJ0lfuiurzIvGdBot967zVfL1PXM3qvq3_VB
AGENDA: Dr. Gill will present on her collaboration with her colleagues and with the Confederated Villages of Lisjan to develop noninvasive archaeological methods to document and protect Point Molate’s sacred ancestral sites.
Videos from previous presentations are available at: https://www.youtube.com/@speakingupforpointmolate4670/videos
HOPKINS STREET REDESIGN at 5:30 – 7:30 pm
Videoconference: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/hopkins-corridor-transportation-safety-project-virtual-community-meeting-tickets-477393485767
Teleconference (video only)
AGENDA: Hopkins Corridor Transportation Safety Project Gillman to San Pablo, Virtual Community Meeting.
Tuesday, December 13, 2022
CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING at 5 pm
HYBRID Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison Street in the BUSD Board Room
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81885763338
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 - Meeting ID: 818 8576 3338
AGENDA: 1. Confirm results of November 8, 2022 election including adopting measure Measure M ordinance and Measure N resolution, 2. Receive $15,000,000 grant from State Coastal Conservancy for waterfront improvements including 1. Dredging Marina Main Channel, 2. Replacement D and E dock system, 3. Improvements to Cesar Chavez Park Pathways, 4. Improvements to South Cove West Parking Lot, 5. Environmental review and design of the pier ferry project, 3. Council Committees and regional body appointments (Harrison appointed as delegate to ABAG with Arreguin as alternate), 4. Appointment of Ben Bartlett as Vice-President of Council for 12-14-2022 to 12-5-2023 and Susan Wengraf as Vice President of Council for 12-6-2023 to 12-1-2024, 6. Seating arrangement Humbart, Kesarwani, Harrison, Bartlett, Arreguin, Wengraf Hahn, Robinson, Taplin.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING at 6 pm
HYBRID Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison Street in the BUSD Board Room
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81885763338
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 818 8576 3338
AGENDA: Use weblink below (click on HTML not pdf) or check agenda list at the end of this post with agenda items labeled to more accurately describe agenda item content.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Wednesday, December 14, 2022
4x4 JOINT TASK FORCE COMMITTEE ON HOUSING: RENT BOARD/CITY COUNCIL at 2:30 pm
(members Arreguin, Taplin, Harrison, Robinson, Leah Simon-Weisberg, Alpert, Kelley)
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89280424536?pwd=aWRTQXo5SnBKRnZobVEvL1pkOHIvdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 - Meeting ID: 892 8042 4536 – Passcode: 339987
AGENDA: 8. Consider amendments to Demolition Ordinance (Comparison between old and proposed – redline - pages 37 – 52)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/4x4-joint-task-force-committee-housing
PARKS, RECREATION and WATERFRONT COMMISSION at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89264197181
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 - Meeting ID: 892 6419 7181
AGENDA: 7. Director’s report on Divisions Parks, Recreation, Waterfront; Capital; Budget, 8. 2023 schedule, 9. Projected Marina Fund Annual Structural Deficit in FY 2023-2024, 10. Potential Parks Tax Increase for parks and landscaping at the Waterfront, 11. Update on $15 million state allocation for Waterfront projects (City Council votes on the allocation at the 5 pm meeting on 12-13-2022), 12. Update on Santa Fe Railroad Park Project, 13. Council reports, 14. Future items, workplan 2023, Parks Development fee, citywide accessibility plan, BMASP update, 15. Communications Turtle Island is listed only as communication item.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/parks-recreation-and-waterfront-commission
Thursday, December 15, 2022
DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89267364699
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 - Meeting ID: 892 6736 4699
AGENDA: 2190 Shattuck at Allston– Preview – redevelop a 19,967 sq ft (0.46-acre) site with proposed 25-story building with 326 residential units and 51 parking spaces in single subterranean level.
3000 Shattuck at Ashby – SB 330 project will be reviewed at the January 19, 2023 meeting – the 10-story, density bonus project with 166 studio units project plans are available now.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/design-review-committee
RENT STABILIZATION BOARD at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83979216510?pwd=Z1ZqQ0xmVm82TjdDcjA0VFB3RGpHZz09
Teleconference: not posted - Meeting ID: not posted
AGENDA: not posted – check after Monday
https://rentboard.berkeleyca.gov/elected-rent-board/rent-board-meetings
Friday, December 16, 2022 & Saturday, December 17, 2022 & Sunday, December 18, 2022
No city meetings –
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AGENDA for December 13, 2022 – CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Hybrid Meeting – Conducted In-Person and Via Zoom Videoconference
In-Person at 1231 Addison St in the BUSD Board Room
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81885763338
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 8818 8576 3338
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
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LAND USE CALENDAR:*
Public Hearings
2065 Kittredge (construct 8-story mixed-use building) 1/31/2023
1262 Francisco (add 40 sq ft and 2nd story balcony) 2/28/2023
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
WORKSESSIONS:
Local Pandemic/Endemic Update Report 2/21/2023
Housing Preference Policy 2/21/2023
Annual Crime Report 3/14/2023 at 4 pm
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program 3/21/2023 at 4 pm
Civic Center Vision Project 3/21/2023 at 4 pm
Fire Facilities Study Report 5/16/2023
Council Special Meeting: Housing Element
Meeting for Local Adoption of the Housing Element is tentatively scheduled for Wednesday, January 18 at 4 pm as a virtual meeting.
Unscheduled Presentations:
African American Holistic Resource Center (January 2023)
Zero Waste 5-Year Rate Schedule (February 2023)
(removed - BART tentative December 13, 2022)
Kelly Hammargren’s summary on what happened the preceding week can be found in the Berkeley Daily Planet under Activist’s Diary at: www.berkeleydailyplanet.com.
This meeting list is also posted at: https://www.sustainableberkeleycoalition.com/whats-ahead.html
If you would like to receive the Activist’s Calendar as soon as it is completed send an email to kellyhammargren@gmail.com.
If you wish to stop receiving the weekly summary of city meetings please forward the email you received to kellyhammargren@gmail.com with the request to be removed from the email list.
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* The Land Use Calendar / Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with the End of the Appeal Period
webpages with easy to find listing of building projects in the appeal period has been removed as another casualty of the conversion to the new City of Berkeley website.
Here is the old website link (no longer functional), Please ask for it to be restored.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
Worth Noting:
City Council Winter Recess is December 14, 2022 – January 16, 2023.
- Monday the Council Health, Life Enrichment Equity & Community meets at 10 am on parking, towing, fines and fees and impact on low-income community and homeless, and Residential Preferred Parking (RPP) for low-income individuals with parking tickets. Hopkins Corridor Transportation Safety Redesign Project Gillman to San Pablo at 5:30 pm. The Youth Commission meets at 6:30 with discussion on access to reproductive services and School Safety. Also, Speaking Up for Point Molate at 6 pm is on the Shellmound and protecting ancestral sites. This looks interesting.
- Tuesday these are the go to meetings - City Council meeting at 5 pm starts with confirming the election results, reassignment of committees and item-2 on accepting the $15,000,000 grant from the State Coastal Conservancy and how the City plans to spend the money. The Council regular meeting at 6 pm includes on consent item-8 on placing 22 more IKE Kiosks in Berkeley, item-12 on $4,500,000 to Bonita House for a 2-year pilot of a Specialized Care Unit, and on action item-23 on the mid-year budget adjustment (AAO), item-24 on Pension liabilities and item-25 on BUSD and tennis team trip reduction.
- Wednesday the 4 x 4 Committee meets at 2:30 pm on the demolition ordinance. Parks, Recreation and Waterfront Commission meets at 7 pm on Marina Fund deficit, Santa Fe Park project, Waterfront projects and the expected The Turtle Island Monument Project as a discussion item is listed as communication letter.
- Thursday the Design Review Committee takes up the 25-story, 326 unit project at 2190 Shattuck (Walgreens at Allston site). The project at 3000 Shattuck at Ashby will be reviewed in January and plans are posted for a 10-story building of studio apartments. The Rent Board at 7 pm agenda isn’t posted, check after Monday.
No meetings on Friday or the weekend. Please consider pulling out your N95 or KN95 masks for indoor events. It is winter and people are getting sick with COVID, Flu and RSV (Respiratory Syncytial Virus).
Check the City website for last minute meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
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CITY REQUESTS FOR PUBLIC COMMENT:
Ohlone Park - To review the plans and options go to the city webpage on Ohlone Park Restroom and Lighting Improvements scroll to past events and pick the 3rd document in the list, the presentation. https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/our-work/capital-projects/ohlone-park-restroom-and-lighting-improvements
Send comments to echan@cityofBerkeley.info and/or srutherford@cityofberkeley.info.
Public comments are accepted until January 2, 2023.
Civic Center Planning for the Civic Center Park, Maudelle Shirek Building (former City Hall) and Veterans Memorial Building – To review the presentation go to: https://siegelstrain.sharefile.com/share/view/se8d26a6b71d4449ea51c40655e6e0bd4
To submit your comment go to the survey at: https://qualtricsxmjph7lvfxl.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_aa71ggvGKG50ZIa
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND SPECIAL EVENTS
Monday, December 12, 2022
CITY COUNCIL HEALTH, LIFE ENRICHMENT, EQUITY & COMMUNITY COMMITTEE at 10 am,
(members Bartlett, Kesarwani, Hahn, alternate Taplin)
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81835945409
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 - Meeting ID: 818 3594 5409
AGENDA: 2. Robinson, co-sponsors Harrison, Bartlett, Hahn - Parking/Towing Fines & Fees 1) Adopt Ordinance BMC 14.72.080 to allow individuals who are eligible for Residential Preferential Parking (RPP) permits and have citation for indigent payment plans to purchase RPP and 2) Refer to City Manager to implement reforms the reduce disproportionate burden of parking and towing fees on low income individuals, amend booting & towing policy, c. develop program to offer vehicle release fee waivers for low-income and/or homeless and 3) 2024 Budget referral $383,512 / 2 FTE to manage program.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-health-life-enrichment-equity-community
CITY COUNCIL CLOSED SESSION at 3 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86583999676
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 - Meeting ID: 865 8399 9676
AGENDA: 1. Conference with Legal Counsel existing litigation Schmier v. City of Berkeley RG19036596, 2. Conference with Labor Negotiators (employee organizations: Fire Fighters Assoc. Local 1227 and Local 1227 I.A.F.F. Chief Fire Officers Assoc., IBEW, Local 1245, SIEU 1021 Community Services and Part-time Recreation Activity Leaders, DEIU 1021 Maintenance and Clerical, Public Employees Union Local 1, Unrepresented Employees, Berkeley Police Association).
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
YOUTH CCOMMISSION at 6:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84854484032?
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 - Meeting ID: 848 5448 4032 - Passcode: 992488
AGENDA: 9. Discussion: Study of access and barriers to reproductive services and education for people living in Berkeley (George Lippman – Chair, Peace and Justice Commission), 10. Upcoming construction and design for YAP, 11. Discussion: Letter to BUSD regarding School Safety.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/youth-commission
SPEAKING UP FOR POINT MOLATE AT 6 – 7 PM
Videoconference: https://sierraclub.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJ0lfuiurzIvGdBot967zVfL1PXM3qvq3_VB
AGENDA: Dr. Gill will present on her collaboration with her colleagues and with the Confederated Villages of Lisjan to develop noninvasive archaeological methods to document and protect Point Molate’s sacred ancestral sites.
Videos from previous presentations are available at: https://www.youtube.com/@speakingupforpointmolate4670/videos
HOPKINS STREET REDESIGN at 5:30 – 7:30 pm
Videoconference: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/hopkins-corridor-transportation-safety-project-virtual-community-meeting-tickets-477393485767
Teleconference (video only)
AGENDA: Hopkins Corridor Transportation Safety Project Gillman to San Pablo, Virtual Community Meeting.
Tuesday, December 13, 2022
CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING at 5 pm
HYBRID Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison Street in the BUSD Board Room
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81885763338
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 - Meeting ID: 818 8576 3338
AGENDA: 1. Confirm results of November 8, 2022 election including adopting measure Measure M ordinance and Measure N resolution, 2. Receive $15,000,000 grant from State Coastal Conservancy for waterfront improvements including 1. Dredging Marina Main Channel, 2. Replacement D and E dock system, 3. Improvements to Cesar Chavez Park Pathways, 4. Improvements to South Cove West Parking Lot, 5. Environmental review and design of the pier ferry project, 3. Council Committees and regional body appointments (Harrison appointed as delegate to ABAG with Arreguin as alternate), 4. Appointment of Ben Bartlett as Vice-President of Council for 12-14-2022 to 12-5-2023 and Susan Wengraf as Vice President of Council for 12-6-2023 to 12-1-2024, 6. Seating arrangement Humbart, Kesarwani, Harrison, Bartlett, Arreguin, Wengraf Hahn, Robinson, Taplin.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING at 6 pm
HYBRID Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison Street in the BUSD Board Room
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81885763338
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 818 8576 3338
AGENDA: Use weblink below (click on HTML not pdf) or check agenda list at the end of this post with agenda items labeled to more accurately describe agenda item content.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Wednesday, December 14, 2022
4x4 JOINT TASK FORCE COMMITTEE ON HOUSING: RENT BOARD/CITY COUNCIL at 2:30 pm
(members Arreguin, Taplin, Harrison, Robinson, Leah Simon-Weisberg, Alpert, Kelley)
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89280424536?pwd=aWRTQXo5SnBKRnZobVEvL1pkOHIvdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 - Meeting ID: 892 8042 4536 – Passcode: 339987
AGENDA: 8. Consider amendments to Demolition Ordinance (Comparison between old and proposed – redline - pages 37 – 52)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/4x4-joint-task-force-committee-housing
PARKS, RECREATION and WATERFRONT COMMISSION at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89264197181
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 - Meeting ID: 892 6419 7181
AGENDA: 7. Director’s report on Divisions Parks, Recreation, Waterfront; Capital; Budget, 8. 2023 schedule, 9. Projected Marina Fund Annual Structural Deficit in FY 2023-2024, 10. Potential Parks Tax Increase for parks and landscaping at the Waterfront, 11. Update on $15 million state allocation for Waterfront projects (City Council votes on the allocation at the 5 pm meeting on 12-13-2022), 12. Update on Santa Fe Railroad Park Project, 13. Council reports, 14. Future items, workplan 2023, Parks Development fee, citywide accessibility plan, BMASP update, 15. Communications Turtle Island is listed only as communication item.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/parks-recreation-and-waterfront-commission
Thursday, December 15, 2022
DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89267364699
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 - Meeting ID: 892 6736 4699
AGENDA: 2190 Shattuck at Allston– Preview – redevelop a 19,967 sq ft (0.46-acre) site with proposed 25-story building with 326 residential units and 51 parking spaces in single subterranean level.
3000 Shattuck at Ashby – SB 330 project will be reviewed at the January 19, 2023 meeting – the 10-story, density bonus project with 166 studio units project plans are available now.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/design-review-committee
RENT STABILIZATION BOARD at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83979216510?pwd=Z1ZqQ0xmVm82TjdDcjA0VFB3RGpHZz09
Teleconference: not posted - Meeting ID: not posted
AGENDA: not posted – check after Monday
https://rentboard.berkeleyca.gov/elected-rent-board/rent-board-meetings
Friday, December 16, 2022 & Saturday, December 17, 2022 & Sunday, December 18, 2022
No city meetings –
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AGENDA for December 13, 2022 – CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Hybrid Meeting – Conducted In-Person and Via Zoom Videoconference
In-Person at 1231 Addison St in the BUSD Board Room
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81885763338
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 8818 8576 3338
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
- 2nd reading Fair WorkWeek Ordinance
- 2nd Reading Referral Response: Amendments to the Sign Ordinance and establish new fee
- Resolution ratifying local COVID emergency
- Resolution legislative bodies to continue to meet via videoconference
- Waiver of Sanctuary City Contracting Ordinance for AG Witt LLC for the City’s FEMA Cost-Recovery Contract
- Adopt a Resolution approving the 2023 City of Berkeley’s State and Federal Legislative Platform
- Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute a License Agreement with East Bay Community Energy for Electric Vehicle Fast Charging Stations on Municipal Property
- Ordinance No. 7,626-N.S. IKE Smart City Kiosk Locations, Phase Two add 22 locations for Phase two.
- Contract $400,000 with Herbert Gene Hern, MD as Berkeley Fire Medical Director for 5 years from 7/1/2022 – 6/30/2027
- Contract $70,907 Statewide Prevention and Early Intervention Project FY2023 Participation Agreement – California Mental Health Services Authority through 6/20/2023
- Contract $150,000 with Resource Development Associates to design and implement an evaluation for program effectiveness of the Specialized Care Unit (SCU) and Community Crisis Response Services (Bridge Services) 1/1/2023 to 6/30/2025
- Contract $4,500,000 with Bonita House 2/1/2023 to 1/30/2025 to implement Berkeley’s Specialized Care Unity for 2-year pilot.
- Reserving Predevelopment Funds $500,000 for the Development of Affordable Housing at the North Berkeley BART Station, contingent team’s selection and BART Board approval at Dec 1metting
- Contract $1,120,344 (includes 20% contingency $186,724) with California Constructures for Ohlone Park (East) Playground Replacement and Site Improvements Project
- Contracts $5,000,000 for On-Call Transportation Planning services 1/1/2023 – 6/30/2028 with $1,000,000 each with Alta +Design, Inc, Community Design + Architecture, Fehr & Peers, NN Engineering, In and Toole Design Group, LLC
- Contracts total $10,000,000 for On-Call architectural services ELS Architecture and Urban Design (ELS) $3,333,334, Noll & Tam Architects (N&T) $3,333,333 and Siegal & Strain Architects (SSA)
- Authorization for additional Commission on Disability meeting
- a. Disaster and Fire Safety Commission – Measure FF Budget Recommendation, the Council Public Safety Committee recommended adopting 18. b. the Companion Report from the CM/Fire Chief Sprague
- Environmental and Climate Commission – Send a letter to Wicks and Skinner to advance a proposal to allow cities to dedicate parking spaces for Zero-Emission Vehicles
- Arreguin – Relinquishment of funds to Berkeley Holiday Fund
- Zoning Ordinance Technical Edits and Corrections to BMC Title 23
- FY 2022 Preliminary Year End Status
- Adopt 1st reading of FY 2023 AAO 7,828-N.S. (Annual Appropriations Ordinance) adjustments $172,583,851 (gross) and $170,322,312 (net)
- Status Report – Berkeley’s Financial Condition (FY 2012 – FY 2021) Pension Liabilities and Infrastructure Need Attention.
- Taplin, co-sponsor Harrison – Support Trip Reduction Alternative for BUSD Berkeley High Tennis team and Parking Structure
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LAND USE CALENDAR:*
Public Hearings
2065 Kittredge (construct 8-story mixed-use building) 1/31/2023
1262 Francisco (add 40 sq ft and 2nd story balcony) 2/28/2023
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
WORKSESSIONS:
Local Pandemic/Endemic Update Report 2/21/2023
Housing Preference Policy 2/21/2023
Annual Crime Report 3/14/2023 at 4 pm
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program 3/21/2023 at 4 pm
Civic Center Vision Project 3/21/2023 at 4 pm
Fire Facilities Study Report 5/16/2023
Council Special Meeting: Housing Element
Meeting for Local Adoption of the Housing Element is tentatively scheduled for Wednesday, January 18 at 4 pm as a virtual meeting.
Unscheduled Presentations:
African American Holistic Resource Center (January 2023)
Zero Waste 5-Year Rate Schedule (February 2023)
(removed - BART tentative December 13, 2022)
Kelly Hammargren’s summary on what happened the preceding week can be found in the Berkeley Daily Planet under Activist’s Diary at: www.berkeleydailyplanet.com.
This meeting list is also posted at: https://www.sustainableberkeleycoalition.com/whats-ahead.html
If you would like to receive the Activist’s Calendar as soon as it is completed send an email to kellyhammargren@gmail.com.
If you wish to stop receiving the weekly summary of city meetings please forward the email you received to kellyhammargren@gmail.com with the request to be removed from the email list.
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* The Land Use Calendar / Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with the End of the Appeal Period
webpages with easy to find listing of building projects in the appeal period has been removed as another casualty of the conversion to the new City of Berkeley website.
Here is the old website link (no longer functional), Please ask for it to be restored.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
December 4 - December 11, 2022
Worth Noting:
A full week ahead, check https://berkeleyca.gov/ for meetings posted on short notice.
Monday the go to meeting is the in-person North Berkeley BART Station Housing Project open-house meeting at 6 pm at the Library on University. Monday morning at 10:30 am the Public Safety Committee will review the policy for police officer extra duty, i.e. Apple Store on Fourth Street. PAB meets in closed session at 11:30 and the Personnel Board meets at 7 pm.
Tuesday at 6 pm Council meets with item 10 Citywide Affordable Housing Requirements. The proposed changes calculate the fee for avoiding including affordable housing in a project (in lieu fee) by gross residential square feet instead of number of units or providing land at an alternative site with the same or greater value as the in lieu fee. At 6:30 OES (fire department) sponsors a discussion on Emergency Preparedness.
Wednesday the go to meetings are the Civic Arts Commission at 6 pm receives a presentation of the Turtle Island Monument Project and the Planning Commission hearing on the Housing Element at 7 pm. The Disaster and Fire Safety Commission and Police Accountability Board also meet at 7 pm.
Thursday morning at 10 am the Budget and Finance Committee will review and recommend which projects/items will be funded through the AAO (Annual Appropriations Ordinance – mid-year budget adjustment) (another important meeting) The Zoning Adjustment Board meets at 7 pm. Two projects on consent are similar – they both tear down existing single family housing and build two 2-story single family houses in place of one house.
Saturday the Berkeley Neighborhoods Council meets at 10 am (always worth attending).
The December 13 City Council Agenda is posted and available for comment. Use link https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas or go to post at the end of this notice. Item 8 under consent adds 22 IKE Smart City Kiosks. Item 23 is the approval of the AAO (the mid-year budget adjustment). This is the last expected meeting before council goes on winter recess December 14, 2022 – January 16, 2023.
Monday, December 5, 2022
PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE at 10:30 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86864219403
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 868 6421 9403
AGENDA: 2. Review of Policy 1043 Extra Duty Employment (policy for officers working special details wherein the City of Berkeley has a contractual agreement to provide services for a fee to private third parties, i.e. Apple Store on 4th Street)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-public-safety
POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD (PAB) Hearing Panel Closed Session at 11:30 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88595956163
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 885 9595 6163
AGENDA: Closed Session continuation of deliberations pursuant to Berkeley Police Association v. City of Berkeley, et all Alameda County Superior Court Case No. 2002 057569
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
North Berkeley BART OBJECTIVE DESIGN STANDARDS Office Hours at 6 – 7:30 pm
In-Persosn
West Berkeley Branch Library Community Room at 1125 University
AGENDA: Drop-in Office Hours on objective design standards to ask questions, HIGHLY RECOMMENDED – use link to scroll through Objective Design Standards presentation before attending meeting, https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/documents/NB-BART_PreODS_Community_Meeting_1_v1.pdf (both “first Objective Design Standards Community Meeting” and “North Berkeley Objective Design Standards Community Meeting” on the website are the same document)
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/north-berkeley-bart-objective-design-standards-office-hour-person
PERSONNEL BOARD at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85963133318?pwd=ZFZuVkc5WEh3dEFUOCtESG45YXFvdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 859 6313 3318 Passcode: 250835
AGENDA: V. Recommendation to Establish the Medical Director Classification, VI. Request for Extension of Temporary Animal Services Assistant.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/personnel-board
Tuesday, December 6, 2022
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING at 6 pm
Hybrid Meeting – Conducted In-Person and Via Zoom Videoconference
In-Person 1231 Addison St, BUSD Board Room
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84189893148
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 841 8989 3148
AGENDA: Use link and HTML or go to agenda list at the end of this post. Under action affordable housing requirements. Item 10 Citywide Affordable Housing Requirements.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
PLUG INTO EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS at 6:30 pm – 8 pm
Register https://www.eventbrite.com/e/plug-into-emergency-preparedness-registration-476831695437
AGENDA: interactive discussion, from website it looks like this will be about preparing your emergency kit – event sponsored by City Office of Emergency Services (OES - fire department)
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/plug-emergency-preparedness
Wednesday, December 7, 2022
BOARD of LIBRARY TRUSTEES (BOLT) at 6:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86042306505
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 860-4230 6505
AGENDA ACTION: A. Proposed Personnel Changes, Impact to Budget FY 2023-24, B. Report on recruitment process to fill vacancy on BOLT (Davenport’s term ends 5-15-2023).
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86147520326
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 861 4752 0326
AGENDA PRESENTATIONS, DISCUSSION & ACTION ITEMS: a) Turtle Island Monument Conceptual Design, b) Land Acknowledgement, c) FY 2024 Grant Review Panelist Pool, d) FY 2024 Capital Improvements Grants Guidelines, e) FY 2024 Community Festivals and General Operation Support Grant Guidelines changes, f) Cube Space Exhibition, g) 2023 Civic Arts Commission meeting schedule.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
DISASTER and FIRE SAFETY COMMISSION (DFSC) at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1619573531
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 161 957 3531
AGENDA: 5. Community Wildfire Protection Plan (CWPP) Meeting #3 Assessment Priorities and Action Plan, NOTE: this presentation that occurs during the DFSC meeting https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81595546232 is listed online with a different ZOOM link than the meeting and website https://cwpp-berkeley.hub.arcgis.com/ 6. Update on Commission Recommendations to Council, 7. Berkeley Fire Code Update, 8. Fire Department Facilities Master Plan.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/disaster-and-fire-safety-commission
PLANNING COMMISSION at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89799598815
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 897 9959 8815
AGENDA ACTION: 9. Public Hearing: Housing Element 2023-2031, 10. Discussion: Land Acknowledgement Practice. (packet is 1417 pages)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/planning-commission
POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82237902987
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 822 3790 2987
AGENDA: 3. Public comment on agenda and non-agenda items, 5. Staff report, 6. Chair and board reports, 7. Chief’s report, 8. Subcommittee reports a. controlled equipment, b. policy and practices relating to downtown task force and bike unit allegations, c. police chief process, 9. New business a. 2023 schedule, b. Board retreat, c. discussion regarding future access to BPD Internal Affairs Bureau Reports and Information. 10. Public Comment
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
Thursday, December 8, 2022
BUDGET and FINANCE COMMITTEE at 10 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81924010136
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 819 2401 0136
AGENDA: 2. Amendment: FY 2023 Annual Appropriations Ordinance 1. Discuss and determine carryover, 2. Authorize AAO (Annual Appropriations Ordinance), 3. Presentation on Mental Health Transports and Update on the Implementation of the Specialized Care Unit and Community Crisis Response Services, 4. Energy Commission - Recommendation on Climate, Building Electrification, and Sustainable Transportation Budget Priorities for FY 2023 and 2024.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-budget-finance
ZONING ADJUSTMENTS BOARD at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87660567955
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 or 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 876 6056 7955
AGENDA: 3. 2506 Haste – Use Permit #ZP2022-0074 add a Cannabis Consumption Lounge and amplified live music to existing Cannabis retail store – continue to 2-9-2023
4. 1200 Dwight Way – on consent – Use Permit #ZP2022-0028 – demolish single family dwelling and detached garage and build two 2-story single family dwellings with two parking spaces
5. 2310 Eighth Street – on consent – Use Permit #ZP2022-0098 - demolish single family dwelling and detached garage and build two 2-story single family dwellings with two parking spaces
6. 2000 San Pablo – on action - staff recommend approve – Use Permit #ZP2022-0057 to allow retail sale of beer and wine for off-site consumption (Type 20 ABC License) in conjunction with an existing convenience store.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zoning-adjustments-board
WETA (WATER EMERGENCY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY) at 1:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: Vallejo City Hall, 555 Santa Clara Street, Vallejo, CA
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89718217408
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 897 1821 7408 Password: 33779
AGENDA:
https://weta.sanfranciscobayferry.com/next-board-meeting
Friday, December 9, 2022 – Reduced Service Day
Saturday, December 10, 2022
BERKELEY NEIGHBORHOODS COUNCIL at 10 am
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81913698863?pwd=NFJjWlh2aDhtSjh1eG4yQUFkMzNmQT09
Teleconference: 1-253-215-8782 Meeting ID: 819 1369 8863 Passcode: 377919
AGENDA: not posted, check later in the week
https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/
Sunday, December 11, 2022 – no City meetings found
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December 6, 2022 CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING at 6 pm
Hybrid Meeting – Conducted In-Person and Via Zoom Videoconference
In-Person 1231 Addison St, BUSD Board Room
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84189893148
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 841 8989 3148
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA CONSENT:
1.Urgency Ordinance for leasing 1720 San Pablo Avenue term 5 years
2.Amend Contract No. 32100161 add $612,559 total $2,270,177 with Dorothy Day House to cover costs to extend Safe RV parking program through 12/31/2022 and operate the Horizon Village Shelter through 6/30/2023
3.Formal bid solicitations $2,581,000
4.Classification and salary ADA Program Coordinator monthly salary $9,231.73 - $11162.67 (annual $110,780.76 - $133,952.04)
5.Donation $3,400 for Memorial bench at Cesar Chavez Park in memory of Linda Loh
6.Taplin, co-sponsors Harrison, Hahn, Robinson - Office of Racial Equity: Re-Entry Employment and Income Programs Refer to Budget process $50,000 for consultant to recommend a Universal Income Pilot Program for Berkeley and Refer to City Manager study re-entry programs, supports and systems already available for Berkeley residents and to establish evaluation processes for all social services programs recommended through the Reimagining Public Safety Process
ACTION:
7.Update BPD efforts related to improving Hate Crimes Reporting and Response
8.Renewal of Elmwood Business Improvement District for 2023
9.2nd reading Adoption of 2022 CA Fire Code with Local Amendments
10.Public Hearing – updating Citywide Affordable Housing Requirements
INFORMATION REPORTS:
11.FY 2022 Fourth QTR Investment Report, ended June 30, 2022
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December 13, 2022 – CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Hybrid Meeting – Conducted In-Person and Via Zoom Videoconference
In-Person 1231 Addison St, BUSD Board Room
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81885763338
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 8818 8576 3338
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA CONSENT:
1.2nd reading Fair WorkWeek Ordinance
2.2nd Reading Referral Response: Amendments to the Sign Ordinance and establish new fee
3.Resolution ratifying local COVID emergency
4.Resolution legislative bodies to continue to meet via videoconference
5.Waiver of Sanctuary City Contracting Ordinance for AG Witt LLC for the City’s FEMA Cost-Recovery Contract
6.Adopt a Resolution approving the 2023 City of Berkeley’s State and Federal Legislative Platform
7.Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute a License Agreement with East Bay Community Energy for Electric Vehicle Fast Charging Stations on Municipal Property
8.Ordinance No. 7,626-N.S. IKE Smart City Kiosk Locations, Phase Two add 22 locations for Phase two.
9.Contract $400,000 with Herbert Gene Hern, MD as Berkeley Fire Medical Director for 5 years from 7/1/2022 – 6/30/2027
10.Contract $70,907 Statewide Prevention and Early Intervention Project FY2023 Participation Agreement – California Mental Health Services Authority through 6/20/2023
11.Contract $150,000 with Resource Development Associates to design and implement an evaluation for program effectiveness of the Specialized Care Unit (SCU) and Community Crisis Response Services (Bridge Services) 1/1/2023 to 6/30/2025
12.Contract $4,500,000 with Bonita House 2/1/2023 to 1/30/2025 to implement Berkeley’s Specialized Care Unity for 2-year pilot.
13.Reserving Predevelopment Funds $500,000 for the Development of Affordable Housing at the North Berkeley BART Station, contingent team’s selection and BART Board approval at Dec 1metting
14.Contract $1,120,344 (includes 20% contingency $186,724) with California Constructures for Ohlone Park (East) Playground Replacement and Site Improvements Project
15.Contracts $5,000,000 for On-Call Transportation Planning services 1/1/2023 – 6/30/2028 with $1,000,000 each with Alta +Design, Inc, Community Design + Architecture, Fehr & Peers, NN Engineering, In and Toole Design Group, LLC
16.Contracts total $10,000,000 for On-Call architectural services ELS Architecture and Urban Design (ELS) $3,333,334, Noll & Tam Architects (N&T) $3,333,333 and Siegal & Strain Architects (SSA)
17.Authorization for additional Commission on Disability meeting
18.Disaster and Fire Safety Commission – Measure FF Budget Recommendation, the Council Public Safety Committee recommended adopting the Companion Report from the CM/Fire Chief Sprague
19.Environmental and Climate Commission – Send a letter to Wicks and Skinner to advance a proposal to allow cities to dedicate parking spaces for Zero-Emission Vehicles
20.Arreguin – Relinquishment of funds to Berkeley Holiday Fund
ACTION:
21.Zoning Ordinance Technical Edits and Corrections to BMC Title 23
22.FY 2022 Preliminary Year End Status
23.Adopt 1st reading of FY 2023 AAO 7,828-N.S. (Annual Appropriations Ordinance) adjustments $172,583,851 (gross) and $170,322,312 (net)
24.Status Report – Berkeley’s Financial Condition (FY 2012 – FY 2021) Pension Liabilities and Infrastructure Need Attention.
25.Taplin, co-sponsor Harrison – Support Trip Reduction Alternative for BUSD Berkeley High Tennis team and Parking Structure
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LAND USE CALENDAR:
Public Hearing to be scheduled
2065 Kittredge (construct 8-story mixed-use building) 1/31/2023
1262 Francisco (add 40 sq ft and 2nd story balcony) 2/28/2023
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
WORKSESSIONS:
Local Pandemic/Endemic Update Report 2/21/2023
Housing Preference Policy 2/21/2023
Annual Crime Report 3/14/2023 at 4 pm
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program 3/21/2023 at 4 pm
Civic Center Vision Project 3/21/2023 at 4 pm
Fire Facilities Study Report 5/16/2023
Unscheduled Presentations
Housing Element - Local Adoption of the Housing Element in January possibly Wednesday, January 18 virtual meeting at 4 pm
Adoption of Election Results, adoption of vice-mayor, seating and committees publish on dec 8 or 9 for meeting on dec 13 (December 2022)
African American Holistic Resource Center (January 2023)
Zero Waste 5-Year Rate Schedule (February 2023)
(removed - BART tentative December 13, 2022)
Kelly Hammargren’s on what happened the preceding week can be found in the Berkeley Daily Planet www.berkeleydailyplanet.com under Activist’s Diary. This meeting list is also posted at https://www.sustainableberkeleycoalition.com/whats-ahead.html on the Sustainable Berkeley Coalition website.
If you would like to receive the Activist’s Calendar as soon as it is completed send an email to kellyhammargren@gmail.com. If you wish to stop receiving the weekly summary of city meetings please forward the weekly su
WORKSESSIONS:
September 20 Residential Objective Standards for Middle Housing at 4 pm
October 6 Measure O Report and Update at 4 pm
Unscheduled Presentations
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Fire Facilities Study Report
African American Holistic Resource Center (November 15)
(removed - Cannabis Health Considerations)
Kelly Hammargren’s on what happened the preceding week can be found in the Berkeley Daily Planet www.berkeleydailyplanet.com under Activist’s Diary. This meeting list is also posted at https://www.sustainableberkeleycoalition.com/whats-ahead.html on the Sustainable Berkeley Coalition website.
If you would like to receive the Activist’s Calendar as soon as it is completed send an email to kellyhammargren@gmail.com. If you wish to stop receiving the weekly summary of city meetings please forward the weekly summary you received to kellyhammargren@gmail.com
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
WORKSESSIONS:
September 20 Residential Objective Standards for Middle Housing at 4 pm
October 6 Measure O Report and Update at 4 pm
Unscheduled Presentations
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Fire Facilities Study Report
African American Holistic Resource Center (November 15)
(removed - Cannabis Health Considerations)
Worth Noting:
A full week ahead, check https://berkeleyca.gov/ for meetings posted on short notice.
Monday the go to meeting is the in-person North Berkeley BART Station Housing Project open-house meeting at 6 pm at the Library on University. Monday morning at 10:30 am the Public Safety Committee will review the policy for police officer extra duty, i.e. Apple Store on Fourth Street. PAB meets in closed session at 11:30 and the Personnel Board meets at 7 pm.
Tuesday at 6 pm Council meets with item 10 Citywide Affordable Housing Requirements. The proposed changes calculate the fee for avoiding including affordable housing in a project (in lieu fee) by gross residential square feet instead of number of units or providing land at an alternative site with the same or greater value as the in lieu fee. At 6:30 OES (fire department) sponsors a discussion on Emergency Preparedness.
Wednesday the go to meetings are the Civic Arts Commission at 6 pm receives a presentation of the Turtle Island Monument Project and the Planning Commission hearing on the Housing Element at 7 pm. The Disaster and Fire Safety Commission and Police Accountability Board also meet at 7 pm.
Thursday morning at 10 am the Budget and Finance Committee will review and recommend which projects/items will be funded through the AAO (Annual Appropriations Ordinance – mid-year budget adjustment) (another important meeting) The Zoning Adjustment Board meets at 7 pm. Two projects on consent are similar – they both tear down existing single family housing and build two 2-story single family houses in place of one house.
Saturday the Berkeley Neighborhoods Council meets at 10 am (always worth attending).
The December 13 City Council Agenda is posted and available for comment. Use link https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas or go to post at the end of this notice. Item 8 under consent adds 22 IKE Smart City Kiosks. Item 23 is the approval of the AAO (the mid-year budget adjustment). This is the last expected meeting before council goes on winter recess December 14, 2022 – January 16, 2023.
Monday, December 5, 2022
PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE at 10:30 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86864219403
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 868 6421 9403
AGENDA: 2. Review of Policy 1043 Extra Duty Employment (policy for officers working special details wherein the City of Berkeley has a contractual agreement to provide services for a fee to private third parties, i.e. Apple Store on 4th Street)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-public-safety
POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD (PAB) Hearing Panel Closed Session at 11:30 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88595956163
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 885 9595 6163
AGENDA: Closed Session continuation of deliberations pursuant to Berkeley Police Association v. City of Berkeley, et all Alameda County Superior Court Case No. 2002 057569
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
North Berkeley BART OBJECTIVE DESIGN STANDARDS Office Hours at 6 – 7:30 pm
In-Persosn
West Berkeley Branch Library Community Room at 1125 University
AGENDA: Drop-in Office Hours on objective design standards to ask questions, HIGHLY RECOMMENDED – use link to scroll through Objective Design Standards presentation before attending meeting, https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/documents/NB-BART_PreODS_Community_Meeting_1_v1.pdf (both “first Objective Design Standards Community Meeting” and “North Berkeley Objective Design Standards Community Meeting” on the website are the same document)
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/north-berkeley-bart-objective-design-standards-office-hour-person
PERSONNEL BOARD at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85963133318?pwd=ZFZuVkc5WEh3dEFUOCtESG45YXFvdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 859 6313 3318 Passcode: 250835
AGENDA: V. Recommendation to Establish the Medical Director Classification, VI. Request for Extension of Temporary Animal Services Assistant.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/personnel-board
Tuesday, December 6, 2022
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING at 6 pm
Hybrid Meeting – Conducted In-Person and Via Zoom Videoconference
In-Person 1231 Addison St, BUSD Board Room
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84189893148
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 841 8989 3148
AGENDA: Use link and HTML or go to agenda list at the end of this post. Under action affordable housing requirements. Item 10 Citywide Affordable Housing Requirements.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
PLUG INTO EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS at 6:30 pm – 8 pm
Register https://www.eventbrite.com/e/plug-into-emergency-preparedness-registration-476831695437
AGENDA: interactive discussion, from website it looks like this will be about preparing your emergency kit – event sponsored by City Office of Emergency Services (OES - fire department)
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/plug-emergency-preparedness
Wednesday, December 7, 2022
BOARD of LIBRARY TRUSTEES (BOLT) at 6:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86042306505
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 860-4230 6505
AGENDA ACTION: A. Proposed Personnel Changes, Impact to Budget FY 2023-24, B. Report on recruitment process to fill vacancy on BOLT (Davenport’s term ends 5-15-2023).
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86147520326
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 861 4752 0326
AGENDA PRESENTATIONS, DISCUSSION & ACTION ITEMS: a) Turtle Island Monument Conceptual Design, b) Land Acknowledgement, c) FY 2024 Grant Review Panelist Pool, d) FY 2024 Capital Improvements Grants Guidelines, e) FY 2024 Community Festivals and General Operation Support Grant Guidelines changes, f) Cube Space Exhibition, g) 2023 Civic Arts Commission meeting schedule.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
DISASTER and FIRE SAFETY COMMISSION (DFSC) at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1619573531
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 161 957 3531
AGENDA: 5. Community Wildfire Protection Plan (CWPP) Meeting #3 Assessment Priorities and Action Plan, NOTE: this presentation that occurs during the DFSC meeting https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81595546232 is listed online with a different ZOOM link than the meeting and website https://cwpp-berkeley.hub.arcgis.com/ 6. Update on Commission Recommendations to Council, 7. Berkeley Fire Code Update, 8. Fire Department Facilities Master Plan.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/disaster-and-fire-safety-commission
PLANNING COMMISSION at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89799598815
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 897 9959 8815
AGENDA ACTION: 9. Public Hearing: Housing Element 2023-2031, 10. Discussion: Land Acknowledgement Practice. (packet is 1417 pages)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/planning-commission
POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82237902987
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 822 3790 2987
AGENDA: 3. Public comment on agenda and non-agenda items, 5. Staff report, 6. Chair and board reports, 7. Chief’s report, 8. Subcommittee reports a. controlled equipment, b. policy and practices relating to downtown task force and bike unit allegations, c. police chief process, 9. New business a. 2023 schedule, b. Board retreat, c. discussion regarding future access to BPD Internal Affairs Bureau Reports and Information. 10. Public Comment
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
Thursday, December 8, 2022
BUDGET and FINANCE COMMITTEE at 10 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81924010136
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 819 2401 0136
AGENDA: 2. Amendment: FY 2023 Annual Appropriations Ordinance 1. Discuss and determine carryover, 2. Authorize AAO (Annual Appropriations Ordinance), 3. Presentation on Mental Health Transports and Update on the Implementation of the Specialized Care Unit and Community Crisis Response Services, 4. Energy Commission - Recommendation on Climate, Building Electrification, and Sustainable Transportation Budget Priorities for FY 2023 and 2024.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-budget-finance
ZONING ADJUSTMENTS BOARD at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87660567955
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 or 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 876 6056 7955
AGENDA: 3. 2506 Haste – Use Permit #ZP2022-0074 add a Cannabis Consumption Lounge and amplified live music to existing Cannabis retail store – continue to 2-9-2023
4. 1200 Dwight Way – on consent – Use Permit #ZP2022-0028 – demolish single family dwelling and detached garage and build two 2-story single family dwellings with two parking spaces
5. 2310 Eighth Street – on consent – Use Permit #ZP2022-0098 - demolish single family dwelling and detached garage and build two 2-story single family dwellings with two parking spaces
6. 2000 San Pablo – on action - staff recommend approve – Use Permit #ZP2022-0057 to allow retail sale of beer and wine for off-site consumption (Type 20 ABC License) in conjunction with an existing convenience store.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zoning-adjustments-board
WETA (WATER EMERGENCY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY) at 1:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: Vallejo City Hall, 555 Santa Clara Street, Vallejo, CA
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89718217408
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 897 1821 7408 Password: 33779
AGENDA:
https://weta.sanfranciscobayferry.com/next-board-meeting
Friday, December 9, 2022 – Reduced Service Day
Saturday, December 10, 2022
BERKELEY NEIGHBORHOODS COUNCIL at 10 am
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81913698863?pwd=NFJjWlh2aDhtSjh1eG4yQUFkMzNmQT09
Teleconference: 1-253-215-8782 Meeting ID: 819 1369 8863 Passcode: 377919
AGENDA: not posted, check later in the week
https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/
Sunday, December 11, 2022 – no City meetings found
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December 6, 2022 CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING at 6 pm
Hybrid Meeting – Conducted In-Person and Via Zoom Videoconference
In-Person 1231 Addison St, BUSD Board Room
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84189893148
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 841 8989 3148
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA CONSENT:
1.Urgency Ordinance for leasing 1720 San Pablo Avenue term 5 years
2.Amend Contract No. 32100161 add $612,559 total $2,270,177 with Dorothy Day House to cover costs to extend Safe RV parking program through 12/31/2022 and operate the Horizon Village Shelter through 6/30/2023
3.Formal bid solicitations $2,581,000
4.Classification and salary ADA Program Coordinator monthly salary $9,231.73 - $11162.67 (annual $110,780.76 - $133,952.04)
5.Donation $3,400 for Memorial bench at Cesar Chavez Park in memory of Linda Loh
6.Taplin, co-sponsors Harrison, Hahn, Robinson - Office of Racial Equity: Re-Entry Employment and Income Programs Refer to Budget process $50,000 for consultant to recommend a Universal Income Pilot Program for Berkeley and Refer to City Manager study re-entry programs, supports and systems already available for Berkeley residents and to establish evaluation processes for all social services programs recommended through the Reimagining Public Safety Process
ACTION:
7.Update BPD efforts related to improving Hate Crimes Reporting and Response
8.Renewal of Elmwood Business Improvement District for 2023
9.2nd reading Adoption of 2022 CA Fire Code with Local Amendments
10.Public Hearing – updating Citywide Affordable Housing Requirements
INFORMATION REPORTS:
11.FY 2022 Fourth QTR Investment Report, ended June 30, 2022
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December 13, 2022 – CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Hybrid Meeting – Conducted In-Person and Via Zoom Videoconference
In-Person 1231 Addison St, BUSD Board Room
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81885763338
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 8818 8576 3338
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA CONSENT:
1.2nd reading Fair WorkWeek Ordinance
2.2nd Reading Referral Response: Amendments to the Sign Ordinance and establish new fee
3.Resolution ratifying local COVID emergency
4.Resolution legislative bodies to continue to meet via videoconference
5.Waiver of Sanctuary City Contracting Ordinance for AG Witt LLC for the City’s FEMA Cost-Recovery Contract
6.Adopt a Resolution approving the 2023 City of Berkeley’s State and Federal Legislative Platform
7.Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute a License Agreement with East Bay Community Energy for Electric Vehicle Fast Charging Stations on Municipal Property
8.Ordinance No. 7,626-N.S. IKE Smart City Kiosk Locations, Phase Two add 22 locations for Phase two.
9.Contract $400,000 with Herbert Gene Hern, MD as Berkeley Fire Medical Director for 5 years from 7/1/2022 – 6/30/2027
10.Contract $70,907 Statewide Prevention and Early Intervention Project FY2023 Participation Agreement – California Mental Health Services Authority through 6/20/2023
11.Contract $150,000 with Resource Development Associates to design and implement an evaluation for program effectiveness of the Specialized Care Unit (SCU) and Community Crisis Response Services (Bridge Services) 1/1/2023 to 6/30/2025
12.Contract $4,500,000 with Bonita House 2/1/2023 to 1/30/2025 to implement Berkeley’s Specialized Care Unity for 2-year pilot.
13.Reserving Predevelopment Funds $500,000 for the Development of Affordable Housing at the North Berkeley BART Station, contingent team’s selection and BART Board approval at Dec 1metting
14.Contract $1,120,344 (includes 20% contingency $186,724) with California Constructures for Ohlone Park (East) Playground Replacement and Site Improvements Project
15.Contracts $5,000,000 for On-Call Transportation Planning services 1/1/2023 – 6/30/2028 with $1,000,000 each with Alta +Design, Inc, Community Design + Architecture, Fehr & Peers, NN Engineering, In and Toole Design Group, LLC
16.Contracts total $10,000,000 for On-Call architectural services ELS Architecture and Urban Design (ELS) $3,333,334, Noll & Tam Architects (N&T) $3,333,333 and Siegal & Strain Architects (SSA)
17.Authorization for additional Commission on Disability meeting
18.Disaster and Fire Safety Commission – Measure FF Budget Recommendation, the Council Public Safety Committee recommended adopting the Companion Report from the CM/Fire Chief Sprague
19.Environmental and Climate Commission – Send a letter to Wicks and Skinner to advance a proposal to allow cities to dedicate parking spaces for Zero-Emission Vehicles
20.Arreguin – Relinquishment of funds to Berkeley Holiday Fund
ACTION:
21.Zoning Ordinance Technical Edits and Corrections to BMC Title 23
22.FY 2022 Preliminary Year End Status
23.Adopt 1st reading of FY 2023 AAO 7,828-N.S. (Annual Appropriations Ordinance) adjustments $172,583,851 (gross) and $170,322,312 (net)
24.Status Report – Berkeley’s Financial Condition (FY 2012 – FY 2021) Pension Liabilities and Infrastructure Need Attention.
25.Taplin, co-sponsor Harrison – Support Trip Reduction Alternative for BUSD Berkeley High Tennis team and Parking Structure
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LAND USE CALENDAR:
Public Hearing to be scheduled
2065 Kittredge (construct 8-story mixed-use building) 1/31/2023
1262 Francisco (add 40 sq ft and 2nd story balcony) 2/28/2023
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
WORKSESSIONS:
Local Pandemic/Endemic Update Report 2/21/2023
Housing Preference Policy 2/21/2023
Annual Crime Report 3/14/2023 at 4 pm
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program 3/21/2023 at 4 pm
Civic Center Vision Project 3/21/2023 at 4 pm
Fire Facilities Study Report 5/16/2023
Unscheduled Presentations
Housing Element - Local Adoption of the Housing Element in January possibly Wednesday, January 18 virtual meeting at 4 pm
Adoption of Election Results, adoption of vice-mayor, seating and committees publish on dec 8 or 9 for meeting on dec 13 (December 2022)
African American Holistic Resource Center (January 2023)
Zero Waste 5-Year Rate Schedule (February 2023)
(removed - BART tentative December 13, 2022)
Kelly Hammargren’s on what happened the preceding week can be found in the Berkeley Daily Planet www.berkeleydailyplanet.com under Activist’s Diary. This meeting list is also posted at https://www.sustainableberkeleycoalition.com/whats-ahead.html on the Sustainable Berkeley Coalition website.
If you would like to receive the Activist’s Calendar as soon as it is completed send an email to kellyhammargren@gmail.com. If you wish to stop receiving the weekly summary of city meetings please forward the weekly su
WORKSESSIONS:
September 20 Residential Objective Standards for Middle Housing at 4 pm
October 6 Measure O Report and Update at 4 pm
Unscheduled Presentations
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Fire Facilities Study Report
African American Holistic Resource Center (November 15)
(removed - Cannabis Health Considerations)
Kelly Hammargren’s on what happened the preceding week can be found in the Berkeley Daily Planet www.berkeleydailyplanet.com under Activist’s Diary. This meeting list is also posted at https://www.sustainableberkeleycoalition.com/whats-ahead.html on the Sustainable Berkeley Coalition website.
If you would like to receive the Activist’s Calendar as soon as it is completed send an email to kellyhammargren@gmail.com. If you wish to stop receiving the weekly summary of city meetings please forward the weekly summary you received to kellyhammargren@gmail.com
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/planning_and_development/land_use_division/current_zoning_applications_in_appeal_period.aspx
WORKSESSIONS:
September 20 Residential Objective Standards for Middle Housing at 4 pm
October 6 Measure O Report and Update at 4 pm
Unscheduled Presentations
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Fire Facilities Study Report
African American Holistic Resource Center (November 15)
(removed - Cannabis Health Considerations)
November 27 - December 4, 2022
Worth Noting:
I think I caught every announcement and change, however, the long holiday weekend means some meeting postings will not appear until Monday. Check https://berkeleyca.gov/ for meetings posted on short notice. The Council will be approving adjustments to the AAO (Annual Appropriations Ordinance – City Budget) on December 13. Expect meetings of the Budget Committee to be posted prior to December 13.
Monday at the Agenda Committee at 2:30 pm item 23 in the draft agenda for the December 13 City Council meeting is a redesign of University Avenue with a Bus Rapid Transit lane and boarding platforms. This would be the fifth Emergency Access and Evacuation Route targeted for redesign resulting in road narrowing. This is serious stuff. https://citywatchla.com/index.php/cw/los-angeles/24745-la-traffic-who-put-the-die-in-road-diets The Sugar Sweetened Beverage Subcommittee meets at 4 and council is in closed session at 4:30 pm
Tuesday City Council meets at 6 pm with the last action item on the agenda the redesign of Adeline at the Ashby BART Station (this is on the city map as an emergency access and evacuation route). The Civic arts Commission policy subcommittee meets at 9:30 am. The Zero Waste Commission meets at 6 pm with a recycling market update and the Community Health Commission meets at 6:30 pm on Psychedelic Drug Policy.
Wednesday the 4 x 4 Committee meets at 3 pm on amendments to the eviction moratorium. The Environment and Climate Commission meets at 5 pm on EV Charging stations and Native Plants and my go to meeting is the Ohlone Park meeting at 6:30 will be on the public restroom and park lighting.
Thursday the Land Use Committee meets at 10:30 am on tenant habitability, relocation assistance and tenant conflict resolution. The Park-Addison Project at 6 pm is on bike access/safety and the North Berkeley Objective Design Standards drop-in open hours starting at 6 pm is in follow-up to the community meeting. The Landmarks Commission will have a presentation/review of the Civic Center Park and Fountain at 7 pm, another go to meeting.
No weekend meetings were found.
The December 6 City Council agenda is posted and available for comment.
Monday, November 28, 2022
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1601730715
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 160 173 0715
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 9/20/2022 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. Return to In-person meetings for legislative bodies, 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 4:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81072611640
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 810 7261 1640
AGENDA: 1. Conference with Real Property Negotiators 1718 8th Street (parties City of Berkeley and Bay Area Hispano Institute for Advancement) and 2. Pending litigation a. Claim of Susan Simonds & Michael Wentworth, b. Claim of Selamawit Tezare.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Sugar Sweetened Beverages - PREVENTION, STRATEGIES AND OUTCOMES at 4 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1611906570?pwd=Vys1dkc0cU1vY2MvZkllbGRKRnRyQT09
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 Meeting ID: 161 190 6570 Passcode: 495674
AGENDA: 1. Finalize selection criteria questions for RFP
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/sugar-sweetened-beverage-product-panel-experts
Tuesday, November 29, 2022
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION Policy Subcommittee at 9:30 am
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1614776545
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 Meeting ID: 161 477 6545
AGENDA Discussion/Possible Action: 5. A. Draft Capital Grants Guidelines, b. Poet Laureate program ideas and possible partnership with Library.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82196348694
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 821 9634 8694
AGENDA: Use link, click on HTML or check full agenda for November 29 at the end of this post.
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 Zero Waste Rates, Zero Waste Integrated Waste Management Plan, Transfer Station Redesign, SB 1383 Implementation, staff changes, Discussion/Action: 1 Recycling markets update, 2. 2023 meeting schedule.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zero-waste-commission
COMMUNITY HEALTH COMMISSION Special Meeting at 6:30 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1616383982?pwd=TFZWb0x3MnlUdVRyWUpBWk1Yak13Zz09
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 Meeting ID: 161 636 3982 Passcode: 695502
AGENDA: 5. Public Comment (Speakers will have up to 5 minutes each), Discussion/Action 2. Approve commission recommendation (Responsible Psychedelic Drug Policy in Berkeley) for City Council referral on Entheogenic Plants
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/community-health-commission
Wednesday, November 30, 2022
4x4 JOINT TASK FORCE COMMITTEE ON HOUSING: Rent Board/City Council at 3 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84125201403?pwd=OGoxUzdUWEZ0T0tuaEczcWRqVWc2QT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 841 2520 1403 Passcode: 554148
AGENDA Discussion/possible action: 6. Recommendations on signage related to Elevator Ordinance, 7. Amendments to Eviction Moratorium (BMC13.110), 8. Council’s use of Emergency Powers to limit/reduce the 4.4% Annual General Adjustment rent increase for 2023 for rent-controlled units.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/4x4-joint-task-force-committee-housing
ENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATE COMMISSION at 5 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83852085610
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 or 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 838 5208 5610
AGENDA Discussion/Action: a. Zoning Changes to Encourage EV Charging/Discourage Gas Stations (subcommittee McGuire, Allen, Lunaparra, Tahara), b. Transportation Public Space Reallocation subcommittee (Hedlund, McGuire, Lunaparra, Gould), c. Native Plants and Pesticide Reduction Subcommittee (Ranney, McGuire, Allen)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/environment-and-climate-commission
OHLONE PARK RESTROOM &LIGHTING IMPROVEMENTS Community Meeting 6:30
Register: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0vc-6rrzsqHNFeBrR1Ac86VdVAKMab_NsJ?_x_zm_rtaid=-OoWkV-ASEKrkZS9OnT_XQ.1669435965119.df4d7f586c7c0c7ac7ad44f20d34558f&_x_zm_rhtaid=222
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 892 4731 0065
AGENDA:
Thursday, December 1, 2022
CITY COUNCIL LAND USE, HOUSING & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE at 10:30 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83318619669
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 833 1861 9669
AGENDA: 2. Arreguin, co-sponsor Hahn - Referral to CM: Tenant Habitability Plan and Amendments to Relocation Ordinance, 3. Taplin – Amends BMC Chapter 13.84 to Expand Relocation Assistance and Conflict Resolution for Tenants.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-land-use-housing-economic-development
PARKER-ADDISON MOBILITY AND SAFETY IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT at 5:30 pm
Videoconference: check link after Monday
Teleconference: Meeting ID: check link after Monday
AGENDA: this project is related to the State of California Affordable Housing and Sustainable Communities (AHSC) $1,420,302 grant.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/our-work/capital-projects/parker-addison-bike-boulevard
North Berkeley BART OBJECTIVE DESIGN STANDARDS Office Hours 6 – 7:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83922787814
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 839 2278 7814
AGENDA: Drop-in Office Hours on objective design standards to ask questions
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/north-berkeley-bart-objective-design-standards-office-hour-virtual
LANDMARKS PRESERVATION COMMISSION at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83362259429
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 833 6225 9429
AGENDA: 5. 2100 MLK Jr Way – Referral for the Civic Center Park and Fountain site
6. 2113-2115 Kittredge – Structural alteration Permit for the California Theater – demolish theater, but retain façade into the design of new mixed-use building.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/landmarks-preservation-commission
Friday, December 2, 2022 & Saturday, December 3, 2022 & Sunday, December 4, 2022
No city meetings found
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November 28 - AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Draft Agenda for December 13, 2022 Regular 6 pm City Council Meeting
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89020212227
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 890 2021 2227
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
AGENDA CONSENT:
1.2nd reading Fair WorkWeek Ordinance
2.Resolution ratifying local COVID emergency
3.Resolution legislative bodies to continue to meet via videoconference
4.Waiver of Sanctuary City Contracting Ordinance for AG Witt LLC for the City’s FEMA Cost-Recovery Contract
5.Adopt a Resolution approving the City of Berkeley’s State and Federal Legislative Platform
6.Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute a License Agreement with East Bay Community Energy for Electric Vehicle Fast Charging Stations on Municipal Property
7.Ordinance No. 7,626-N.S. IKE Smart City Kiosk Locations, Phase Two add 22 locations for Phase two.
8.Contract $400,000 with Herbert Gene Hern, MD as Berkeley Fire Medical Director for 5 years from 7/1/2022 – 6/30/2027
9.Contract $70,907 Statewide Prevention and Early Intervention Project FY2023 Participation Agreement – California Mental Health Services Authority through 6/20/2023
10.Contract $150,000 with Resource Development Associates to design and implement an evaluation for program effectiveness of the Specialized Care Unit and Community Crisis Response Services (Bridge Services) 1/1/2023 to 6/30/2025
11.Contract $4,500,000 with Bonita House 2/1/2023 to 1/30/2025 to implement Berkeley’s Specialized Care Unity for 2 year pilot.
12.Reserving Predevelopment Funds $500,000 for the Development of Affordable Housing at the North Berkeley BART Station, contingent team’s selection and BART Board approval at Dec 1metting
13.Contract $1,120,344 (includes 20% contingency $186,724) with California Constructures for Ohlone Park (East) Playground Replacement and Site Improvements Project
14.Contracts $5,000,000 for On-Call Transportation Planning services 1/1/2023 – 6/30/2028 with $1,000,000 each with Alta +Design, Inc, Community Design + Architecture, Fehr & Peers, NN Engineering, In and Toole Design Group, LLC
15.Contracts total $10,000,000 for On-Call architectural services ELS Architecture and Urban Design (ELS) $3,333,334, Noll & Tam Architects (N&T) $3,333,333 and Siegal & Strain Architects (SSA)
16.Authorization for additional Commission on Disability meeting
17.Disaster and Fire Safety Commission – Measure FF Budget Recommendation, the Council Public Safety Committee recommended adopting the Companion Report from the CM/Fire Chief Sprague
18.Environmental and Climate Commission – Send a letter to Wicks and Skinner to advance a proposal to allow cities to dedicate parking spaces for Zero-Emission Vehicles
19.Arreguin – Relinquishment of funds to Berkeley Holiday Fund
20.Taplin, co-sponsor Harrison – Support Trip Reduction Alternative for BUSD Berkeley High Tennis team and Parking Structure
ACTION:
21.Zoning Ordinance Technical Edits and Corrections to BMC Title 23
22.Adopt 1st reading of FY 2023 AAO 7,828-N.S. (Annual Appropriations Ordinance) adjustments $172,583,851 (gross) and $170,322,312 (net)
23.Taplin – University Avenue Bus Rapid Transit, 1. Refer to CM and Public Works the initiation of a University Multimodal Corridor Project that centers on creation of a Bus Rapit Transit (BRT) corridor along University Avenue with dedicated lanes and elevated platforms, refer $300,000 for consultant for the project, refer $30,000 for elevated platforms on a pilot basis
24.Barlett, co-sponsor Taplin – Refer to Civic Arts Commission to Create an Official Song, Motto and Flag for the City of Berkeley
25.Barlett – Refer to Health Commission and Environmental Commission to propose regulations on the sale of miniture bottles of alcohol
INFORMATION REPORTS:
26.FY 2022 Preliminary Year End Status
27.Status Report – Berkeley’s Financial Condition (FY 2012 – FY 2021) Pension Liabilities and Infrastructure Need Attention.
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NOVEMBER 29, 2022 CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82196348694
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 821 9634 8694
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA CONSENT:
1.2nd Reading Ordinance No. 7,841-N.S. Sewer and Access Road Easement and Installation Agreement with Paulonia Investment, LLC
2.2nd Reading Ordinance No. 7,842-N.S. Sewer and Access Road Easement and Installation Agreement with James Robert Higgins
3.2nd Reading Ordinance No. 7,843-N.S. Sewer and Access Road Easement and Installation Agreement with Paulonia Investment, LLC and Little Tree Investment, Inc.
4.2nd Reading Ordinance No. 7,844-N.S. to Regulate the Use of Carryout and Produce Bags and Promote the Use of Reusable Bags
5.Resolution direction legislative bodies to meet via videoconference and teleconference
6.Amend Contract 42200065 (Agreement A22-0056) add $750,000 total $1,250,000 I-80 Gilman Interchange Improvement Project funding agreement with Alameda CTC fix drainage and grading issues for future fire lane
7.Arreguin & Taplin – Budget Referral (AAO): Strawberry Creek Lodge Food Program $50,000
8.Arreguin - Grant Approval: Accept $75,000 from San Francisco Foundation to renew supporting the Equitable Black Berkeley Initiative to develop a reparative approach to new development at Ashby BART Station and Adeline Corridor with goal of maximizing affordability of new housing
9.Arreguin – Excused absence for Councilmember Ben Bartlett
ACTION:
10.Renewal of Solano Avenue Business Improvement District for Calendar Year 2023
11.Referral Response: Amendments to the Sign Ordinance and establish new fee
12.2nd reading – Ordinance 7,839-N.S.Adoption of Berkeley Building Codes, including local amendments BMC Chapters 19.28 – 19.37 and adopting related procedural and stricter provisions
13.2nd reading - Re-enactment of Berkeley Housing Code repealing 12.48 and repealing and re-enacting chapter 19.40
14.Return to In-Person City Council meetings December 6, 2022and Status of Meetings of City Legislative Bodies
15.Adeline Street at Ashby BART Conceptual Design
INFORMATION REPORTS:
16.Climate Action Plan and Resilience Update
17.City Policies for Managing Parking Around BART Stations
18.Fair Campaign Practices Commission FY2022-2023 Work Plan
19.Open government Commission FY2022-2023 Work Plan
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December 6, 2022 CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84189893148
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 841 89893148
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
AGENDA CONSENT:
1.Urgency Ordinance for leasing 1720 San Pablo Avenue term 5 years
2.Amend Contract No. 32100161 add $612,559 with Dorothy Day House to cover costs to extend Safe RV parking program through 12/31/2022 and operate the Horizon Village Shelter through 6/30/2023 total $2,270,177
3.Formal bid solicitations $2,581,000
4.Classification and salary ADA Program Coordinator monthly salary $9,231.73 - $11162.67 (annual $110,780.76 - $133,952.04)
5.Donation $3,400 for Memorial bench at Cesar Chavez Park in memory of Linda Loh
6.Taplin, co-sponsors Harrison, Hahn, Robinson - Office of Racial Equity: Re-Entry Employment and Income Programs Refer to Budget process $50,000 for consultant to recommend a Universal Income Pilot Program for Berkeley and Refer to City Manager study re-entry programs, supports and systems already available for Berkeley residents and to establish evaluation processes for all social services programs recommended through the Reimagining Public Safety Process
ACTION:
7.Update BPD efforts related to improving Hate Crimes Reporting and Response
8.Renewal of Elmwood Business Improvement District for 2023
9.2nd reading Adoption of 2022 CA Fire Code with Local Amendments
10.Public Hearing – updating Citywide Affordable Housing Requirements
INFORMATION REPORTS:
11.FY 2022 Fourth QTR Investment Report, ended June 30, 2022
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LAND USE CALENDAR:
Public Hearing to be scheduled
2065 Kittredge (construct 8-story mixed-use building) 1/31/2023
1262 Francisco (add 40 sq ft and 2nd story balcony) 2/28/2023
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
WORKSESSIONS:
Local Pandemic/Endemic Update Report 2/21/2023
Housing Preference Policy 2/21/2023
Annual Crime Report 3/14/2023 at 4 pm
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program 3/21/2023 at 4 pm
Civic Center Vision Project 3/21/2023 at 4 pm
Fire Facilities Study Report 5/16/2023
Unscheduled Presentations
Housing Element - Local Adoption of the Housing Element in January possibly Tuesday, January 17
Adoption of Election Results, adoption of vice-mayor, seating and committees publish on dec 8 or 9 for meeting on dec 13 (December 2022)
African American Holistic Resource Center (January 2023)
Zero Waste 5-Year Rate Schedule (February 2023)
(removed - BART tentative December 13, 2022)
Kelly Hammargren’s on what happened the preceding week can be found in the Berkeley Daily Planet www.berkeleydailyplanet.com under Activist’s Diary. This meeting list is also posted at https://www.sustainableberkeleycoalition.com/whats-ahead.html on the Sustainable Berkeley Coalition website.
If you would like to receive the Activist’s Calendar as soon as it is completed send an email to kellyhammargren@gmail.com. If you wish to stop receiving the weekly summary of city meetings please forward the weekly su
WORKSESSIONS:
September 20 Residential Objective Standards for Middle Housing at 4 pm
October 6 Measure O Report and Update at 4 pm
Unscheduled Presentations
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Fire Facilities Study Report
African American Holistic Resource Center (November 15)
(removed - Cannabis Health Considerations)
Worth Noting:
I think I caught every announcement and change, however, the long holiday weekend means some meeting postings will not appear until Monday. Check https://berkeleyca.gov/ for meetings posted on short notice. The Council will be approving adjustments to the AAO (Annual Appropriations Ordinance – City Budget) on December 13. Expect meetings of the Budget Committee to be posted prior to December 13.
Monday at the Agenda Committee at 2:30 pm item 23 in the draft agenda for the December 13 City Council meeting is a redesign of University Avenue with a Bus Rapid Transit lane and boarding platforms. This would be the fifth Emergency Access and Evacuation Route targeted for redesign resulting in road narrowing. This is serious stuff. https://citywatchla.com/index.php/cw/los-angeles/24745-la-traffic-who-put-the-die-in-road-diets The Sugar Sweetened Beverage Subcommittee meets at 4 and council is in closed session at 4:30 pm
Tuesday City Council meets at 6 pm with the last action item on the agenda the redesign of Adeline at the Ashby BART Station (this is on the city map as an emergency access and evacuation route). The Civic arts Commission policy subcommittee meets at 9:30 am. The Zero Waste Commission meets at 6 pm with a recycling market update and the Community Health Commission meets at 6:30 pm on Psychedelic Drug Policy.
Wednesday the 4 x 4 Committee meets at 3 pm on amendments to the eviction moratorium. The Environment and Climate Commission meets at 5 pm on EV Charging stations and Native Plants and my go to meeting is the Ohlone Park meeting at 6:30 will be on the public restroom and park lighting.
Thursday the Land Use Committee meets at 10:30 am on tenant habitability, relocation assistance and tenant conflict resolution. The Park-Addison Project at 6 pm is on bike access/safety and the North Berkeley Objective Design Standards drop-in open hours starting at 6 pm is in follow-up to the community meeting. The Landmarks Commission will have a presentation/review of the Civic Center Park and Fountain at 7 pm, another go to meeting.
No weekend meetings were found.
The December 6 City Council agenda is posted and available for comment.
Monday, November 28, 2022
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1601730715
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 160 173 0715
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 9/20/2022 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. Return to In-person meetings for legislative bodies, 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 4:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81072611640
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 810 7261 1640
AGENDA: 1. Conference with Real Property Negotiators 1718 8th Street (parties City of Berkeley and Bay Area Hispano Institute for Advancement) and 2. Pending litigation a. Claim of Susan Simonds & Michael Wentworth, b. Claim of Selamawit Tezare.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Sugar Sweetened Beverages - PREVENTION, STRATEGIES AND OUTCOMES at 4 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1611906570?pwd=Vys1dkc0cU1vY2MvZkllbGRKRnRyQT09
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 Meeting ID: 161 190 6570 Passcode: 495674
AGENDA: 1. Finalize selection criteria questions for RFP
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/sugar-sweetened-beverage-product-panel-experts
Tuesday, November 29, 2022
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION Policy Subcommittee at 9:30 am
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1614776545
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 Meeting ID: 161 477 6545
AGENDA Discussion/Possible Action: 5. A. Draft Capital Grants Guidelines, b. Poet Laureate program ideas and possible partnership with Library.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82196348694
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 821 9634 8694
AGENDA: Use link, click on HTML or check full agenda for November 29 at the end of this post.
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 Zero Waste Rates, Zero Waste Integrated Waste Management Plan, Transfer Station Redesign, SB 1383 Implementation, staff changes, Discussion/Action: 1 Recycling markets update, 2. 2023 meeting schedule.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zero-waste-commission
COMMUNITY HEALTH COMMISSION Special Meeting at 6:30 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1616383982?pwd=TFZWb0x3MnlUdVRyWUpBWk1Yak13Zz09
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 Meeting ID: 161 636 3982 Passcode: 695502
AGENDA: 5. Public Comment (Speakers will have up to 5 minutes each), Discussion/Action 2. Approve commission recommendation (Responsible Psychedelic Drug Policy in Berkeley) for City Council referral on Entheogenic Plants
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/community-health-commission
Wednesday, November 30, 2022
4x4 JOINT TASK FORCE COMMITTEE ON HOUSING: Rent Board/City Council at 3 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84125201403?pwd=OGoxUzdUWEZ0T0tuaEczcWRqVWc2QT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 841 2520 1403 Passcode: 554148
AGENDA Discussion/possible action: 6. Recommendations on signage related to Elevator Ordinance, 7. Amendments to Eviction Moratorium (BMC13.110), 8. Council’s use of Emergency Powers to limit/reduce the 4.4% Annual General Adjustment rent increase for 2023 for rent-controlled units.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/4x4-joint-task-force-committee-housing
ENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATE COMMISSION at 5 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83852085610
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 or 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 838 5208 5610
AGENDA Discussion/Action: a. Zoning Changes to Encourage EV Charging/Discourage Gas Stations (subcommittee McGuire, Allen, Lunaparra, Tahara), b. Transportation Public Space Reallocation subcommittee (Hedlund, McGuire, Lunaparra, Gould), c. Native Plants and Pesticide Reduction Subcommittee (Ranney, McGuire, Allen)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/environment-and-climate-commission
OHLONE PARK RESTROOM &LIGHTING IMPROVEMENTS Community Meeting 6:30
Register: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0vc-6rrzsqHNFeBrR1Ac86VdVAKMab_NsJ?_x_zm_rtaid=-OoWkV-ASEKrkZS9OnT_XQ.1669435965119.df4d7f586c7c0c7ac7ad44f20d34558f&_x_zm_rhtaid=222
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 892 4731 0065
AGENDA:
Thursday, December 1, 2022
CITY COUNCIL LAND USE, HOUSING & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE at 10:30 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83318619669
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 833 1861 9669
AGENDA: 2. Arreguin, co-sponsor Hahn - Referral to CM: Tenant Habitability Plan and Amendments to Relocation Ordinance, 3. Taplin – Amends BMC Chapter 13.84 to Expand Relocation Assistance and Conflict Resolution for Tenants.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-land-use-housing-economic-development
PARKER-ADDISON MOBILITY AND SAFETY IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT at 5:30 pm
Videoconference: check link after Monday
Teleconference: Meeting ID: check link after Monday
AGENDA: this project is related to the State of California Affordable Housing and Sustainable Communities (AHSC) $1,420,302 grant.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/our-work/capital-projects/parker-addison-bike-boulevard
North Berkeley BART OBJECTIVE DESIGN STANDARDS Office Hours 6 – 7:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83922787814
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 839 2278 7814
AGENDA: Drop-in Office Hours on objective design standards to ask questions
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/north-berkeley-bart-objective-design-standards-office-hour-virtual
LANDMARKS PRESERVATION COMMISSION at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83362259429
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 833 6225 9429
AGENDA: 5. 2100 MLK Jr Way – Referral for the Civic Center Park and Fountain site
6. 2113-2115 Kittredge – Structural alteration Permit for the California Theater – demolish theater, but retain façade into the design of new mixed-use building.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/landmarks-preservation-commission
Friday, December 2, 2022 & Saturday, December 3, 2022 & Sunday, December 4, 2022
No city meetings found
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November 28 - AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Draft Agenda for December 13, 2022 Regular 6 pm City Council Meeting
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89020212227
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 890 2021 2227
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
AGENDA CONSENT:
1.2nd reading Fair WorkWeek Ordinance
2.Resolution ratifying local COVID emergency
3.Resolution legislative bodies to continue to meet via videoconference
4.Waiver of Sanctuary City Contracting Ordinance for AG Witt LLC for the City’s FEMA Cost-Recovery Contract
5.Adopt a Resolution approving the City of Berkeley’s State and Federal Legislative Platform
6.Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute a License Agreement with East Bay Community Energy for Electric Vehicle Fast Charging Stations on Municipal Property
7.Ordinance No. 7,626-N.S. IKE Smart City Kiosk Locations, Phase Two add 22 locations for Phase two.
8.Contract $400,000 with Herbert Gene Hern, MD as Berkeley Fire Medical Director for 5 years from 7/1/2022 – 6/30/2027
9.Contract $70,907 Statewide Prevention and Early Intervention Project FY2023 Participation Agreement – California Mental Health Services Authority through 6/20/2023
10.Contract $150,000 with Resource Development Associates to design and implement an evaluation for program effectiveness of the Specialized Care Unit and Community Crisis Response Services (Bridge Services) 1/1/2023 to 6/30/2025
11.Contract $4,500,000 with Bonita House 2/1/2023 to 1/30/2025 to implement Berkeley’s Specialized Care Unity for 2 year pilot.
12.Reserving Predevelopment Funds $500,000 for the Development of Affordable Housing at the North Berkeley BART Station, contingent team’s selection and BART Board approval at Dec 1metting
13.Contract $1,120,344 (includes 20% contingency $186,724) with California Constructures for Ohlone Park (East) Playground Replacement and Site Improvements Project
14.Contracts $5,000,000 for On-Call Transportation Planning services 1/1/2023 – 6/30/2028 with $1,000,000 each with Alta +Design, Inc, Community Design + Architecture, Fehr & Peers, NN Engineering, In and Toole Design Group, LLC
15.Contracts total $10,000,000 for On-Call architectural services ELS Architecture and Urban Design (ELS) $3,333,334, Noll & Tam Architects (N&T) $3,333,333 and Siegal & Strain Architects (SSA)
16.Authorization for additional Commission on Disability meeting
17.Disaster and Fire Safety Commission – Measure FF Budget Recommendation, the Council Public Safety Committee recommended adopting the Companion Report from the CM/Fire Chief Sprague
18.Environmental and Climate Commission – Send a letter to Wicks and Skinner to advance a proposal to allow cities to dedicate parking spaces for Zero-Emission Vehicles
19.Arreguin – Relinquishment of funds to Berkeley Holiday Fund
20.Taplin, co-sponsor Harrison – Support Trip Reduction Alternative for BUSD Berkeley High Tennis team and Parking Structure
ACTION:
21.Zoning Ordinance Technical Edits and Corrections to BMC Title 23
22.Adopt 1st reading of FY 2023 AAO 7,828-N.S. (Annual Appropriations Ordinance) adjustments $172,583,851 (gross) and $170,322,312 (net)
23.Taplin – University Avenue Bus Rapid Transit, 1. Refer to CM and Public Works the initiation of a University Multimodal Corridor Project that centers on creation of a Bus Rapit Transit (BRT) corridor along University Avenue with dedicated lanes and elevated platforms, refer $300,000 for consultant for the project, refer $30,000 for elevated platforms on a pilot basis
24.Barlett, co-sponsor Taplin – Refer to Civic Arts Commission to Create an Official Song, Motto and Flag for the City of Berkeley
25.Barlett – Refer to Health Commission and Environmental Commission to propose regulations on the sale of miniture bottles of alcohol
INFORMATION REPORTS:
26.FY 2022 Preliminary Year End Status
27.Status Report – Berkeley’s Financial Condition (FY 2012 – FY 2021) Pension Liabilities and Infrastructure Need Attention.
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NOVEMBER 29, 2022 CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82196348694
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 821 9634 8694
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA CONSENT:
1.2nd Reading Ordinance No. 7,841-N.S. Sewer and Access Road Easement and Installation Agreement with Paulonia Investment, LLC
2.2nd Reading Ordinance No. 7,842-N.S. Sewer and Access Road Easement and Installation Agreement with James Robert Higgins
3.2nd Reading Ordinance No. 7,843-N.S. Sewer and Access Road Easement and Installation Agreement with Paulonia Investment, LLC and Little Tree Investment, Inc.
4.2nd Reading Ordinance No. 7,844-N.S. to Regulate the Use of Carryout and Produce Bags and Promote the Use of Reusable Bags
5.Resolution direction legislative bodies to meet via videoconference and teleconference
6.Amend Contract 42200065 (Agreement A22-0056) add $750,000 total $1,250,000 I-80 Gilman Interchange Improvement Project funding agreement with Alameda CTC fix drainage and grading issues for future fire lane
7.Arreguin & Taplin – Budget Referral (AAO): Strawberry Creek Lodge Food Program $50,000
8.Arreguin - Grant Approval: Accept $75,000 from San Francisco Foundation to renew supporting the Equitable Black Berkeley Initiative to develop a reparative approach to new development at Ashby BART Station and Adeline Corridor with goal of maximizing affordability of new housing
9.Arreguin – Excused absence for Councilmember Ben Bartlett
ACTION:
10.Renewal of Solano Avenue Business Improvement District for Calendar Year 2023
11.Referral Response: Amendments to the Sign Ordinance and establish new fee
12.2nd reading – Ordinance 7,839-N.S.Adoption of Berkeley Building Codes, including local amendments BMC Chapters 19.28 – 19.37 and adopting related procedural and stricter provisions
13.2nd reading - Re-enactment of Berkeley Housing Code repealing 12.48 and repealing and re-enacting chapter 19.40
14.Return to In-Person City Council meetings December 6, 2022and Status of Meetings of City Legislative Bodies
15.Adeline Street at Ashby BART Conceptual Design
INFORMATION REPORTS:
16.Climate Action Plan and Resilience Update
17.City Policies for Managing Parking Around BART Stations
18.Fair Campaign Practices Commission FY2022-2023 Work Plan
19.Open government Commission FY2022-2023 Work Plan
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December 6, 2022 CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84189893148
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 841 89893148
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
AGENDA CONSENT:
1.Urgency Ordinance for leasing 1720 San Pablo Avenue term 5 years
2.Amend Contract No. 32100161 add $612,559 with Dorothy Day House to cover costs to extend Safe RV parking program through 12/31/2022 and operate the Horizon Village Shelter through 6/30/2023 total $2,270,177
3.Formal bid solicitations $2,581,000
4.Classification and salary ADA Program Coordinator monthly salary $9,231.73 - $11162.67 (annual $110,780.76 - $133,952.04)
5.Donation $3,400 for Memorial bench at Cesar Chavez Park in memory of Linda Loh
6.Taplin, co-sponsors Harrison, Hahn, Robinson - Office of Racial Equity: Re-Entry Employment and Income Programs Refer to Budget process $50,000 for consultant to recommend a Universal Income Pilot Program for Berkeley and Refer to City Manager study re-entry programs, supports and systems already available for Berkeley residents and to establish evaluation processes for all social services programs recommended through the Reimagining Public Safety Process
ACTION:
7.Update BPD efforts related to improving Hate Crimes Reporting and Response
8.Renewal of Elmwood Business Improvement District for 2023
9.2nd reading Adoption of 2022 CA Fire Code with Local Amendments
10.Public Hearing – updating Citywide Affordable Housing Requirements
INFORMATION REPORTS:
11.FY 2022 Fourth QTR Investment Report, ended June 30, 2022
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LAND USE CALENDAR:
Public Hearing to be scheduled
2065 Kittredge (construct 8-story mixed-use building) 1/31/2023
1262 Francisco (add 40 sq ft and 2nd story balcony) 2/28/2023
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
WORKSESSIONS:
Local Pandemic/Endemic Update Report 2/21/2023
Housing Preference Policy 2/21/2023
Annual Crime Report 3/14/2023 at 4 pm
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program 3/21/2023 at 4 pm
Civic Center Vision Project 3/21/2023 at 4 pm
Fire Facilities Study Report 5/16/2023
Unscheduled Presentations
Housing Element - Local Adoption of the Housing Element in January possibly Tuesday, January 17
Adoption of Election Results, adoption of vice-mayor, seating and committees publish on dec 8 or 9 for meeting on dec 13 (December 2022)
African American Holistic Resource Center (January 2023)
Zero Waste 5-Year Rate Schedule (February 2023)
(removed - BART tentative December 13, 2022)
Kelly Hammargren’s on what happened the preceding week can be found in the Berkeley Daily Planet www.berkeleydailyplanet.com under Activist’s Diary. This meeting list is also posted at https://www.sustainableberkeleycoalition.com/whats-ahead.html on the Sustainable Berkeley Coalition website.
If you would like to receive the Activist’s Calendar as soon as it is completed send an email to kellyhammargren@gmail.com. If you wish to stop receiving the weekly summary of city meetings please forward the weekly su
WORKSESSIONS:
September 20 Residential Objective Standards for Middle Housing at 4 pm
October 6 Measure O Report and Update at 4 pm
Unscheduled Presentations
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Fire Facilities Study Report
African American Holistic Resource Center (November 15)
(removed - Cannabis Health Considerations)
November 20 - November 27, 2022
Worth Noting:
Monday is absolutely packed with meetings.
The big meeting on Monday is the special City Council meeting at 5 pm with one agenda item – Fair Workweek. Recall that Taplin, Kesarwani, Droste and Wengraf filibustered the passage of the Fair Workweek on November 3, by running out the clock and declining to extend the council meeting to vote on the Fair Workweek ordinance. Fair Workweek applies to workers earning less than twice the minimum wage. See Activist’s Diary for full description. https://berkeleydailyplanet.com/issue/2022-11-06/article/50047?headline=A-Berkeley-Activist-s-Diary-Week-Ending-November-6-2022--Kelly-Hammargren
The Disaster and Fire Safety Commission recommendation for control of vegetation in fire zones with Measure FF funds is up against the City Manager companion report from Chief Sprague to resubmit a year from now at the Public Safety Committee at 10:30 am.
The Civic Center meeting is at noon.
The Agenda Committee at 2:30 pm covers the council draft agenda for December 6.
After the unraveling of the appointment of the police chief last week, the Police Accountability Board meeting at 3 pm is worth considering.
Unless you are an artist of festival organizer skip the 2 pm Civic Arts Commission subcommittee meeting.
Tuesday the Land use Committee at 9:30 am is an amendment to the COVID eviction moratorium. Property owners with rentals and tenants should take a close look at the amendment.
The November 29 council agenda is available for comment. Redesign of Adeline at Ashby BART is item 15.
Happy Thanksgiving, refresh, rejuvenate and reconnect!
Monday, November 21, 2022
PUBLIC SAFETY POLICY COMMITTEE at 10:30 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85723890728
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 857 2389 0728
AGENDA: 2a. Disaster and Fire Safety Commission (DFSC)- Measure FF Budget Recommendation – Expanded Fire Prevention Inspection Program, Clear vegetation build-up and overgrowth within 100 feet of structures, Berkeley Very High Fire Severity Zones (2&3). Include no-interest loan program to clear vegetation, emphasis on eucalyptus removal, 2b. Companion report – reaffirm support for (current) work and report will be considered for FY2024 if DFSC chooses to resubmit. 3. Review of Policy 1043 Extra Duty Employment.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-public-safety
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87938618399
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 879 3861 8399
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 12/6/2022 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, Unscheduled Items: 9. Discussion Regarding Design and Strengthening of Policy Committees, 10. Supporting Commissions, Guidance on Legislative Proposals.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING at 5 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83549098964
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 835 4909 8964
AGENDA: One agenda item 1. Fair Workweek Ordinance: Adding Berkeley Municipal Code Chapter 13.102
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION GRANTS SUBCOMMITTEE at 2 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1609443051
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 Meeting ID: 160 944 3051
AGENDA: 5. A. Grant Guidelines a. Eligibility related to direct city funding for General Operating Support grants and festival grants and b. Creative Spaces grant guidelines.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD SPECIAL MEETING at 3 PM
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81552103949
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 815 5210 3949
AGENDA: 3. Finalize review of draft proposed permanent regulations for handling investigations and complaints.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
COMMUNITY FOR A CULTURAL CIVIC CENTER at 12 noon
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84610947314?pwd=MytWamtoR1VRSU5WMEZEclZyOEJNdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 846 1094 7314 Passcode: 004451
AGENDA: CCCC General meeting
https://berkeleycccc.org/
Tuesday, November 22, 2022
LAND USE, HOUSING & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AT 9:30 AM
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81579865688
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 815 7986 5688
AGENDA: Wengraf & Harrison – Amendments to BMC Chapter 13.110 COVID-19 Emergency Response Ordinance – relates to eviction moratorium, owner move-in and tenants may be evicted beginning 2/1/2023 if tenants fail to pay rent and cannot demonstrate a Covered Reason for Delayed Payment (use link for full language of amendment)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-land-use-housing-economic-development
Wednesday, November 23, 2022 – Sunday, November 27, 2022 NO MEETINGS
City offices are closed on Friday, November 25 after Thanksgiving
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November 21 - AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Draft Agenda for December 6, 2022 Regular 6 pm City Council Meeting
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87938618399
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 879 3861 8399
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
AGENDA CONSENT:
1.Urgency Ordinance for leasing 1720 San Pablo Avenue term 5 years
2.Amend Contract No. 32100161 add $612,559 with Dorothy Day House to cover costs to extend Safe RV parking program through 12/31/2022 and operate the Horizon Village Shelter total $2,270,177
3.Force bid solicitations $2,581,000
4.Classification and salary ADA Program Coordinator monthly salary $9,231.73 - $11162.67 (annual $110,780.76 - $133,952.04)
5.Donation $3,400 for Memorial bench at Cesar Chavez Park in memory of Linda Loh
6.Taplin, co-sponsors Harrison, Hahn, Robinson - Office of Racial Equity: Re-Entry Employment and Income Programs Refer to Budget process $50,000 for consultant to recommend a Universal Income Pilot Program for Berkeley and Refer to City Manager study re-entry programs, supports and systems already available for Berkeley residents and to establish evaluation processes for all social services programs recommended through the Reimagining Public Safety Process
ACTION:
7.Renewal of Elmwood Business Improvement District for 2023
8.2nd reading Adoption of 2022 CA Fire Code with Local Amendments
9.Public Hearing – updating Citywide Affordable Housing Requirements
10.Update BPD efforts related to improving Hate Crimes Reporting and Response
11.Amend Council Rules of procedure & order to allow policy committee track items with budget referrals to be referred to Budget & Finance Committee and one Subject Matter Policy Committee
INFORMATION REPORTS:
12.FY 2022 Fourth QTR Investment Report, ended Jule 30, 2022
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NOVEMBER 29, 2022 CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82196348694
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 821 9634 8694
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA CONSENT:
1.2nd Reading Ordinance No. 7,841-N.S. Sewer and Access Road Easement and Installation Agreement with Paulonia Investment, LLC
2.2nd Reading Ordinance No. 7,842-N.S. Sewer and Access Road Easement and Installation Agreement with James Robert Higgins
3.2nd Reading Ordinance No. 7,843-N.S. Sewer and Access Road Easement and Installation Agreement with Paulonia Investment, LLC and Little Tree Investment, Inc.
4.2nd Reading Ordinance No. 7,844-N.S. to Regulate the Use of Carryout and Produce Bags and Promote the Use of Reusable Bags
5.Resolution direction legislative bodies to meet via videoconference and teleconference
6.Amend Contract 42200065 (Agreement A22-0056) add $750,000 total $1,250,000 I-80 Gilman Interchange Improvement Project funding agreement with Alameda CTC fix drainage and grading issues for future fire lane
7.Arreguin & Taplin – Budget Referral (AAO): Strawberry Creek Lodge Food Program $50,000
8.Arreguin - Grant Approval: Accept $75,000 from San Francisco Foundation to renew supporting the Equitable Black Berkeley Initiative to develop a reparative approach to new development at Ashby BART Station and Adeline Corridor with goal of maximizing affordability of new housing
9.Arreguin – Excused absence for Councilmember Ben Bartlett
ACTION:
10.Renewal of Solano Avenue Business Improvement District for Calendar Year 2023
11.Referral Response: Amendments to the Sign Ordinance and establish new fee
12.2nd reading – Ordinance 7,839-N.S.Adoption of Berkeley Building Codes, including local amendments BMC Chapters 19.28 – 19.37 and adopting related procedural and stricter provisions
13.2nd reading - Re-enactment of Berkeley Housing Code repealing 12.48 and repealing and re-enacting chapter 19.40
14.Return to In-Person City Council meetings December 6, 2022and Status of Meetings of City Legislative Bodies
15.Adeline Street at Ashby BART Conceptual Design
INFORMATION REPORTS:
16.Climate Action Plan and Resilience Update
17.City Policies for Managing Parking Around BART Stations
18.Fair Campaign Practices Commission FY2022-2023 Work Plan
19.Open government Commission FY2022-2023 Work Plan
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LAND USE CALENDAR:
Public Hearing to be scheduled
2065 Kittredge (construct 8-story mixed-use building) 1/31/2023
1262 Francisco (add 40 sq ft and 2nd story balcony) 2/28/2023
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
WORKSESSIONS:
Local Pandemic/Endemic Update Report 2/21/2023
Housing Preference Policy 2/21/2023
Annual Crime Report 3/14/2023
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program 3/21/2023
Civic Center Vision Project 3/21/2023
Fire Facilities Study Report 5/16/2023
Unscheduled Presentations
Housing Element - Local Adoption of the Housing Element in January possibly Tuesday, January 17
Adoption of Election Results, adoption of vice-mayor, seating and committees publish on dec 8 or 9 for meeting on dec 13 (December 2022)
African American Holistic Resource Center (January 2023)
Zero Waste 5-Year Rate Schedule (February 2023)
(removed - BART tentative December 13, 2022)
Worth Noting:
Monday is absolutely packed with meetings.
The big meeting on Monday is the special City Council meeting at 5 pm with one agenda item – Fair Workweek. Recall that Taplin, Kesarwani, Droste and Wengraf filibustered the passage of the Fair Workweek on November 3, by running out the clock and declining to extend the council meeting to vote on the Fair Workweek ordinance. Fair Workweek applies to workers earning less than twice the minimum wage. See Activist’s Diary for full description. https://berkeleydailyplanet.com/issue/2022-11-06/article/50047?headline=A-Berkeley-Activist-s-Diary-Week-Ending-November-6-2022--Kelly-Hammargren
The Disaster and Fire Safety Commission recommendation for control of vegetation in fire zones with Measure FF funds is up against the City Manager companion report from Chief Sprague to resubmit a year from now at the Public Safety Committee at 10:30 am.
The Civic Center meeting is at noon.
The Agenda Committee at 2:30 pm covers the council draft agenda for December 6.
After the unraveling of the appointment of the police chief last week, the Police Accountability Board meeting at 3 pm is worth considering.
Unless you are an artist of festival organizer skip the 2 pm Civic Arts Commission subcommittee meeting.
Tuesday the Land use Committee at 9:30 am is an amendment to the COVID eviction moratorium. Property owners with rentals and tenants should take a close look at the amendment.
The November 29 council agenda is available for comment. Redesign of Adeline at Ashby BART is item 15.
Happy Thanksgiving, refresh, rejuvenate and reconnect!
Monday, November 21, 2022
PUBLIC SAFETY POLICY COMMITTEE at 10:30 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85723890728
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 857 2389 0728
AGENDA: 2a. Disaster and Fire Safety Commission (DFSC)- Measure FF Budget Recommendation – Expanded Fire Prevention Inspection Program, Clear vegetation build-up and overgrowth within 100 feet of structures, Berkeley Very High Fire Severity Zones (2&3). Include no-interest loan program to clear vegetation, emphasis on eucalyptus removal, 2b. Companion report – reaffirm support for (current) work and report will be considered for FY2024 if DFSC chooses to resubmit. 3. Review of Policy 1043 Extra Duty Employment.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-public-safety
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87938618399
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 879 3861 8399
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 12/6/2022 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, Unscheduled Items: 9. Discussion Regarding Design and Strengthening of Policy Committees, 10. Supporting Commissions, Guidance on Legislative Proposals.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING at 5 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83549098964
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 835 4909 8964
AGENDA: One agenda item 1. Fair Workweek Ordinance: Adding Berkeley Municipal Code Chapter 13.102
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION GRANTS SUBCOMMITTEE at 2 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1609443051
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 Meeting ID: 160 944 3051
AGENDA: 5. A. Grant Guidelines a. Eligibility related to direct city funding for General Operating Support grants and festival grants and b. Creative Spaces grant guidelines.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD SPECIAL MEETING at 3 PM
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81552103949
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 815 5210 3949
AGENDA: 3. Finalize review of draft proposed permanent regulations for handling investigations and complaints.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
COMMUNITY FOR A CULTURAL CIVIC CENTER at 12 noon
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84610947314?pwd=MytWamtoR1VRSU5WMEZEclZyOEJNdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 846 1094 7314 Passcode: 004451
AGENDA: CCCC General meeting
https://berkeleycccc.org/
Tuesday, November 22, 2022
LAND USE, HOUSING & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AT 9:30 AM
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81579865688
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 815 7986 5688
AGENDA: Wengraf & Harrison – Amendments to BMC Chapter 13.110 COVID-19 Emergency Response Ordinance – relates to eviction moratorium, owner move-in and tenants may be evicted beginning 2/1/2023 if tenants fail to pay rent and cannot demonstrate a Covered Reason for Delayed Payment (use link for full language of amendment)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-land-use-housing-economic-development
Wednesday, November 23, 2022 – Sunday, November 27, 2022 NO MEETINGS
City offices are closed on Friday, November 25 after Thanksgiving
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November 21 - AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Draft Agenda for December 6, 2022 Regular 6 pm City Council Meeting
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87938618399
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 879 3861 8399
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
AGENDA CONSENT:
1.Urgency Ordinance for leasing 1720 San Pablo Avenue term 5 years
2.Amend Contract No. 32100161 add $612,559 with Dorothy Day House to cover costs to extend Safe RV parking program through 12/31/2022 and operate the Horizon Village Shelter total $2,270,177
3.Force bid solicitations $2,581,000
4.Classification and salary ADA Program Coordinator monthly salary $9,231.73 - $11162.67 (annual $110,780.76 - $133,952.04)
5.Donation $3,400 for Memorial bench at Cesar Chavez Park in memory of Linda Loh
6.Taplin, co-sponsors Harrison, Hahn, Robinson - Office of Racial Equity: Re-Entry Employment and Income Programs Refer to Budget process $50,000 for consultant to recommend a Universal Income Pilot Program for Berkeley and Refer to City Manager study re-entry programs, supports and systems already available for Berkeley residents and to establish evaluation processes for all social services programs recommended through the Reimagining Public Safety Process
ACTION:
7.Renewal of Elmwood Business Improvement District for 2023
8.2nd reading Adoption of 2022 CA Fire Code with Local Amendments
9.Public Hearing – updating Citywide Affordable Housing Requirements
10.Update BPD efforts related to improving Hate Crimes Reporting and Response
11.Amend Council Rules of procedure & order to allow policy committee track items with budget referrals to be referred to Budget & Finance Committee and one Subject Matter Policy Committee
INFORMATION REPORTS:
12.FY 2022 Fourth QTR Investment Report, ended Jule 30, 2022
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NOVEMBER 29, 2022 CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82196348694
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 821 9634 8694
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA CONSENT:
1.2nd Reading Ordinance No. 7,841-N.S. Sewer and Access Road Easement and Installation Agreement with Paulonia Investment, LLC
2.2nd Reading Ordinance No. 7,842-N.S. Sewer and Access Road Easement and Installation Agreement with James Robert Higgins
3.2nd Reading Ordinance No. 7,843-N.S. Sewer and Access Road Easement and Installation Agreement with Paulonia Investment, LLC and Little Tree Investment, Inc.
4.2nd Reading Ordinance No. 7,844-N.S. to Regulate the Use of Carryout and Produce Bags and Promote the Use of Reusable Bags
5.Resolution direction legislative bodies to meet via videoconference and teleconference
6.Amend Contract 42200065 (Agreement A22-0056) add $750,000 total $1,250,000 I-80 Gilman Interchange Improvement Project funding agreement with Alameda CTC fix drainage and grading issues for future fire lane
7.Arreguin & Taplin – Budget Referral (AAO): Strawberry Creek Lodge Food Program $50,000
8.Arreguin - Grant Approval: Accept $75,000 from San Francisco Foundation to renew supporting the Equitable Black Berkeley Initiative to develop a reparative approach to new development at Ashby BART Station and Adeline Corridor with goal of maximizing affordability of new housing
9.Arreguin – Excused absence for Councilmember Ben Bartlett
ACTION:
10.Renewal of Solano Avenue Business Improvement District for Calendar Year 2023
11.Referral Response: Amendments to the Sign Ordinance and establish new fee
12.2nd reading – Ordinance 7,839-N.S.Adoption of Berkeley Building Codes, including local amendments BMC Chapters 19.28 – 19.37 and adopting related procedural and stricter provisions
13.2nd reading - Re-enactment of Berkeley Housing Code repealing 12.48 and repealing and re-enacting chapter 19.40
14.Return to In-Person City Council meetings December 6, 2022and Status of Meetings of City Legislative Bodies
15.Adeline Street at Ashby BART Conceptual Design
INFORMATION REPORTS:
16.Climate Action Plan and Resilience Update
17.City Policies for Managing Parking Around BART Stations
18.Fair Campaign Practices Commission FY2022-2023 Work Plan
19.Open government Commission FY2022-2023 Work Plan
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LAND USE CALENDAR:
Public Hearing to be scheduled
2065 Kittredge (construct 8-story mixed-use building) 1/31/2023
1262 Francisco (add 40 sq ft and 2nd story balcony) 2/28/2023
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
WORKSESSIONS:
Local Pandemic/Endemic Update Report 2/21/2023
Housing Preference Policy 2/21/2023
Annual Crime Report 3/14/2023
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program 3/21/2023
Civic Center Vision Project 3/21/2023
Fire Facilities Study Report 5/16/2023
Unscheduled Presentations
Housing Element - Local Adoption of the Housing Element in January possibly Tuesday, January 17
Adoption of Election Results, adoption of vice-mayor, seating and committees publish on dec 8 or 9 for meeting on dec 13 (December 2022)
African American Holistic Resource Center (January 2023)
Zero Waste 5-Year Rate Schedule (February 2023)
(removed - BART tentative December 13, 2022)
November 13 - November 20, 2022
Worth Noting:
Sunday check the map link for streets blocked for the Berkeley Half Marathon from 7:30 am – 1 pm
Monday the Health Life Enrichment, Equity & Community takes up re-entry programs at 10 am, Agenda & Rules at 2:30 pm (Fair Work Week is not in the proposed agenda for November 29), Youth Commission on School Safety at 6:30 pm. And, former police chief Greenwood is in the panel on military equipment and police at 10 am.
Tuesday the City Council has back to back meetings starting at 4 pm amnesty for unpermitted units and 6 pm building code, Hate Crime report, and ZAB appeals (I will attend both). The EV webinar is at 5 pm.
Wednesday my go to meetings of the week are Wednesday with the webinar on Dark Skies “Light at Night a Glowing Hazard” from 1 – 4 pm, The In-Person Civic Center design meeting at 5 – 7 pm and the North Berkeley BART meeting on objective standards on zoom at 7 pm. Other meetings are the Aging Commission at 1:30 pm, John Hinkel Park at 6:30 pm and Earthquake Brace and Bolt at 6:30 pm.
Thursday at 7 pm the Transportation and Infrastructure Commission takes up vision zero and transit first policy and the Fair Campaign Practices Commission is taking up election complaints and the Open Government Commission will hear my complaint on delinquent posting of minutes and request for Live Transcription for all city meetings as an accessibility issue.
Friday the first two presentations at 9:30 am and 10:10 am at the Climate Emergency Summit Series on Climate and Public Health which starts at 9 am look excellent. (more for my go to list)
Do not forget to check https://berkeleyca.gov/ for meetings posted on short notice.
Commissions that normally meet on the 3rd Wednesday and have no meeting announcements: Commission on Status of Women, Human Welfare and Community Action Commission
Cancelled meetings: FITES, Design Review Committee, Commission on Labor.
The eBike discount is available through Nov 21, https://rideanddriveclean.org/ebike-discount-campaign/ this is a collaborative program to reduce carbon emissions by transition to eBikes and EV.
Sunday, November 13, 2022
BERKELEY HALF MARATHON at 7:30 am to 1 pm
Street Closure Map - https://berkeleyhalfmarathon.com/race-weekend/street-closures-and-detours/
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/news/berkeley-half-marathon-nov-13-street-closures-bus-route-info
Monday, November 14, 2022
HEALTH, LIFE, ENRICHMENT, EQUITY & COMMUNITY at 10 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83000189794
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 830 0018 9794
AGENDA: Taplin, co-sponsors Harrison, Hahn, Robinson – Office of Racial Equity: Re-Entry Employment and Guaranteed Income Programs.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-health-life-enrichment-equity-community
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89509005126
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 895 09005126
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 11/29/2022 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, Unscheduled Items: 9. Discussion Regarding Design and Strengthening of Policy Committees, 10. 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://us02web.zoom.us/j/85347936644
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 853 4793 6644
AGENDA: Conference with legal counsel 1. Existing litigation Reugg & Ellsworth v. City of Berkeley RG18930003, 2. Anticipated litigation related to letter received, letter is confidential (don’t know what it says except it is related to Brown Act).
https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-closed-meeting-eagenda-november-14-2022
YOUTH COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89983970326?
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 899 8397 0326 Passcode: 646720
AGENDA: 9. Discussion Letter to BUSD regarding School Safety (Vice Chair), 10. Discussion develop a plan to recruit youth commissioners,
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/youth-commission
EQUIPPED FOR WAR: AB 481 Militarization of Policing in California at 10 am
Register: REGISTER HERE
AGENDA: Panel discussion on new California law AB 481 that makes the militarization of local police forces transparent to the community sponsored by the Task Force on Police Reform a collaboration between Ashby Village/Elder Action and Berkeley Friends/Racial Justice Action Team. Former Police Chief Greenwood is on the panel.
https://www.afsc.org/content/equipped-war-exposing-militarized-policing-california
Tuesday, November 15, 2022
PAB Emergency Meetingat at 2 pm on allegations
CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 4 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83640362532
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 836 4036 2532
AGENDA: 1. Referral Response: Amnesty Program for Unpermitted Dwelling Units (one item only – packet 140 pages)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83640362532
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 836 4036 2532
AGENDA: Go to end of post to see full agenda or use link to HTML
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
ELECTRIFY YOUR RIDE webinar with Electric Vehicle Web 5 -6 pm
Use link to Register
https://rideanddriveclean.org/event/ev-101-electrify-your-ride-webinar-35/
Wednesday, November 16, 2022
COMMISSION ON AGING at 1:30 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1614800144
Teleconference (not listed on agenda): 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 161 4800 144 Passcode: 825132
AGENDA Discussion/Action Items: 4. Age Friendly Initiative, 5. Pedestrian concern Shattuck & Oregon intersection, 6. Preservation and/or development of community environment in subsidized senior housing, 7. Increase Aging Services funding proportional to increase of growth of senior residents in Berkeley, 8 Letter to Parks, recreation and Waterfront Commission for possible senior center outdoor spaces spaces reserved for senior center classes specifically Ohlone park on Bonita Way, 9. Market-rate senior 60+housing development to facilitate downsizing.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-aging
CIVIC CENTER VISION PLAN Open House Workshop at 5 – 7 pm
IN-PERSON at Central Berkeley Public Library – Main Branch Library, 2090 Kittredge 2nd Floor in the Mystery Reading Room
AGENDA: Presentation and discussion addressing proposed uses and improvements to the Maudelle Shirek and Veterans Memorial Buildings, uses, and Civic Center Park
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/civic-center-open-house
JOHN HINKEL PARK SCOUT HUT RENOVATION PROJECT COMMUNITY MEETING at 6:30 – 8:30 pm
Videoconference: Join on Zoom
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 858 1685 4273 Passcode: 018458
AGENDA: Discussion including renovation of the building and accessibility improvements and future building use as part of the conceptual design process.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/john-hinkel-park-scout-hut-renovation-project-community-meeting
NORTH BERKELEY BART HOUSING DEVELOPMENT at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://bit.ly/ODSMeeting1
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 818 0401 9386 Password: 092751
AGENDA: Objective Design Standards for future development at North Berkeley BART
https://www.bart.gov/about/business/tod/north-berkeley
LIGHT at NIGHT a GLOWING HAZARD at 1 – 4 pm
Registration is free
Register: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_30VEEr2tTj2TVZDg4Xq41g
AGENDA: The use of LED lighting Technology is causing an unintended, yet pervasive and harmful effect: the over-lighting of our nights. Learn about the biological and physical effects of light at night and strategies that can guard our health and environment while providing safe and practical lighting solutions.
Sponsored by the Santa Clara Valley Audubon Society and the Sierra Club Loma Prieta Chapter and a long list of supporters with notification provided by Rebecca Miliken Sustainability Outreach Specialist at the City of Berkeley Office of Energy & Sustainable Development.
EARTHQUAKE BRACE & BOLT Program at 6:30 to 8 pm
Register: tinyurl.com/earthquake-brace-and-bolt
https://www.earthquakebracebolt.com/
Thursday, November 17, 2022
FAIR CAMPAIGN PRACTICES COMMITTEE (FCPC) / OPEN GOVERNMENT COMMISSION (OGC) at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86886012659
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 868 8601 2659
AGENDA Discussion and Possible Action FCPC: 6. Complaint alleging violation of BERA by Elgstrand for Rent Board 2022, 7. Complaint alleging violation of BERA by Committee for an Affordable and Resilient Berkeley – Yes on Measure L, 8. Staff referral regarding failure to file copy of mass mailings by Berkeleyans for Better Planning No on Measure L, 9. Report from contribution limits subcommittee,
AGENDA Discussion and Possible Action OGC: 11. Complaint and request for action regarding posting of minutes by City commissions and use of Live Transcription for public meetings.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/fair-campaign-practices-commission
TRANSPORTATION and INFRASTRUCTURE COMMISSION at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83037557423
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 830 3755 7423
AGENDA: B. 1. Vision Zero Update, 2. Transit-First Policy Implementation Plan, 33. Work Plan
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/transportation-and-infrastructure-commission
Friday, November 18, 2022
CLIMATE & PUBLIC HEALTH at 9 am – 12 pm
Register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/climate-public-health-registration-369244529327
AGENDA: Presentations first speaker Director of Climate Emergency for City of Los Angeles at 9:30 am and 10:10 am Climate and Mental Health
https://www.cemtf.org/
Saturday, November 19 & Sunday, November 20, 2022
No city meetings found
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November 14, AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89509005126
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 895 09005126
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
AGENDA CONSENT:
1.Resolution direction legislative bodies to meet via videoconference and teleconference
2.Urgency Ordinance for leasing Real Property at 1720 San Pablo for term of 5 years
3.Amend Contract 42200065 (Agreement A22-0056) add $750,000 total $1,250,000 I-80 Gilman Interchange Improvement Project funding agreement with Alameda CTC fix drainage and grading issues for future fire lane
4.Arreguin & Taplin – Budget Referral (AAO): Strawberry Creek Lodge Food Program $50,000
5.Renewal of Solano Avenue Business Improvement District for Calendar Year 2023
ACTION:
6.Referral Response: Amendments to the Sign Ordinance and establish new fee
7.2nd reading - Adoption of Berkeley Building Codes, including local amendments
8.2nd reading - Re-enactment of Berkeley Housing Code
9.Return to In-Person City Council meetings and Status of Meetings of City Legislative Bodies
10.Adeline Street at Ashby BART Conceptual Design
11.Arreguin - Grant Approval: Accept $75,000 from San Francisco Foundation to renew supporting the Equitable Black Berkeley Initiative to develop a reparative approach to new development at Ashby BART Station and Adeline Corridor with goal of maximizing affordability of new housing
12.Wengraf & Harrison – Adopt first reading of proposed amendments to BMC Chapter 13.110 Emergency Response Ordinance
INFORMATION REPORTS:
13.Climate Action Plan and Resilience Update
14.City Policies for Managing Parking Around BART Stations
15.Fair Campaign Practices Commission FY2022-2023 Work Plan
16.Open government Commission FY2022-2023 Work Plan
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November 15 – CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83640362532
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 836 4036 2532
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA CONSENT:
1.Minutes for Approval
2.Appointment of Jennifer Louis as Chief of Police effective 11/27/2022, annual salary $256,125
3.Renew Elmwood BID (Business Improvement District) for 2023
4.Formal bid solicitations $11,384,039
5.Contract $125,000 with Station Automation Inc. DBA PSTRrax for Real-Time Paperless checkoff and asset management software – Measure Q fund - $125,000
6.Amend Contract 32000116 add $200,000 total $2,174,457 with Amendment Genasys, Inc for Outdoor Warning System Measure FF funds - $200,000
7.Contract $90,000 with Harold Dichoso for Temporary consulting with Health Housing and Community Services – bioterrorism grant fund
8.Amend Measure P Spending Contracts 1) Contract 31900273 with Bay area Community Services (BACS) Shift unspent Measure P – funded shallow subsidy program to a flexible funding program 2) Contract 32200051 add $127,380 total $375,667 with WeHOPE to provide mobile shower and laundry
9.New classification Deputy Duty Attorney IV, salary $15936.37 - $19,593.60 effective Nov 15
10.Amend Contract add $1,000,000 total $2,000,000 and extend to 6/30/24 with COWI North America Inc (32000261) and Transystems Corporation (32000263) for on-call waterfront engineering, design, environmental permitting and construction administration services, listed projects, South Cove Sailing Basin Dredging Planning Project, Cesar Chavez Park Restroom, K-Dock Restroom Renovation, and additional Waterfront projects funded by one time $15,000,000 from state.
11.Contracts $150,000 with Sharjo, Inc. dba ServiceMaster Recovery Management and $150,000 with Belfor USA Group, Inc. for on-call emergency restoration, mitigation and remediation services, thru 12/31/25
12.Amend Contract 10413B add $5,162,424 total $16,252,375 and extend to 12/31/2024 with LAZ Parking LLC for managing city-owned off-street parking facilities
13.Amend Contract 10340 (ERMA) add $75,000 total $325,000 and extend to 6/30/2025 with HF&H Consultants, LLC for update rate model
14.Amend Contract 117610-1 add $300,000 total $375,000 and extend to 6/30/2025 with Columbia Electric, Inc. for on-call electrical services
15.Sewer and access road easement and installation agreements with Paulonia Investment, LLC and Little Tree Investment, Inc., and James Robert Higgins and Summary Vacation of existing sewer easements
16.Peace and Justice Commission – Reinstate Burma (Myanmar) on Berkeley’s Oppressive States List
17.Arreguin, co-sponsors Wengraf, Hahn – United against Hate Week
18.Harrison, co-sponsors Wengraf, Arreguin – Support removal of Cuba from the U.S. State Sponsor of Terrorism List
19.Harrison & Hahn – Adopt ordinance adding chapter 11.62 to BMC to regulate use of carryout and produce bags and promote use of reusable bags.
20.Wengraf - Baby Book Project relinquish $125/councilmember to support Baby Book project
21.Robinson – Refer $1,000,000 to the FY 2023 AAO#1 process to contribute to Southside complete streets project to ensure Bancroft, Dana & Fulton proceed on schedule and prevent loss of $7.3 million in federal funding
22.Authors Robinson, Harrison, Taplin, co-sponsor Hahn – Refer to CM: Establish an electric bike rebate program and expand low-income e-bike ownership through climate equity action fund
ACTION:
23.Sprague – Adoption of 2022 California Fire Code with Local Amendments
24.Garland – Implement residential preferential parking (RPP) on 1900 block Vine and 3000 block MLK Jr Way
25.Louis – Update BPD efforts related to improving Hate Crimes Reporting and Response Referral
A.ZAB Appeal 2018 Blake – continued from November 3, 2022 – Use Permit #ZP2021-0095 6-story, 12 units of which 2 are low-income.
B.ZAB Appeal 1643 – 1647 California - continued from November 3, 2022 – Use Permit #ZP2021-0001 to create new lower basement, construct new 2nd story and modify existing duplex layout.
INFORMATION REPORTS:
26.LPO NOD: 2119 Marin
27.LPO NPO: 1325 Arch
28.LPO NOD: 2081 Center
29.LPO NOD: 2109 Kala Bagal Way.
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LAND USE CALENDAR:
Public Hearing to be scheduled
2065 Kittredge (construct 8-story mixed-use building) 1/31/2023
1262 Francisco (add 40 sq ft and 2nd story balcony) TBD
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with the End of the Appeal Period
2435 Haste (construct residential building) 11/17/2022
2119 Marin (The Laflin House) 11/17/2022
1325 Arch (Schneider/Kroeber House) 11/17/2022
2081 Center (American Trust / Wells Fargo building) 11/17/2022
2109 Kala Bagal Way (F.D. Chase Building) 11/17/2022
WORKSESSIONS:
Local Pandemic/Endemic Update Report 2/21/2023
Housing Preference Policy 2/21/2023
Annual Crime Report 3/14/2023
Civic Center Vision Project 3/21/2023
Fire Facilities Study Report 5/16/2023
Unscheduled Presentations
Housing Element - Local Adoption of the Housing Element in January possibly January 17 or 19, 2023
Adoption of Election Results (December 2022)
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
African American Holistic Resource Center (November 15)
(removed - Cannabis Health Considerations)
(removed - BART tentative December 13, 2022)
Worth Noting:
Sunday check the map link for streets blocked for the Berkeley Half Marathon from 7:30 am – 1 pm
Monday the Health Life Enrichment, Equity & Community takes up re-entry programs at 10 am, Agenda & Rules at 2:30 pm (Fair Work Week is not in the proposed agenda for November 29), Youth Commission on School Safety at 6:30 pm. And, former police chief Greenwood is in the panel on military equipment and police at 10 am.
Tuesday the City Council has back to back meetings starting at 4 pm amnesty for unpermitted units and 6 pm building code, Hate Crime report, and ZAB appeals (I will attend both). The EV webinar is at 5 pm.
Wednesday my go to meetings of the week are Wednesday with the webinar on Dark Skies “Light at Night a Glowing Hazard” from 1 – 4 pm, The In-Person Civic Center design meeting at 5 – 7 pm and the North Berkeley BART meeting on objective standards on zoom at 7 pm. Other meetings are the Aging Commission at 1:30 pm, John Hinkel Park at 6:30 pm and Earthquake Brace and Bolt at 6:30 pm.
Thursday at 7 pm the Transportation and Infrastructure Commission takes up vision zero and transit first policy and the Fair Campaign Practices Commission is taking up election complaints and the Open Government Commission will hear my complaint on delinquent posting of minutes and request for Live Transcription for all city meetings as an accessibility issue.
Friday the first two presentations at 9:30 am and 10:10 am at the Climate Emergency Summit Series on Climate and Public Health which starts at 9 am look excellent. (more for my go to list)
Do not forget to check https://berkeleyca.gov/ for meetings posted on short notice.
Commissions that normally meet on the 3rd Wednesday and have no meeting announcements: Commission on Status of Women, Human Welfare and Community Action Commission
Cancelled meetings: FITES, Design Review Committee, Commission on Labor.
The eBike discount is available through Nov 21, https://rideanddriveclean.org/ebike-discount-campaign/ this is a collaborative program to reduce carbon emissions by transition to eBikes and EV.
Sunday, November 13, 2022
BERKELEY HALF MARATHON at 7:30 am to 1 pm
Street Closure Map - https://berkeleyhalfmarathon.com/race-weekend/street-closures-and-detours/
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/news/berkeley-half-marathon-nov-13-street-closures-bus-route-info
Monday, November 14, 2022
HEALTH, LIFE, ENRICHMENT, EQUITY & COMMUNITY at 10 am
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83000189794
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 830 0018 9794
AGENDA: Taplin, co-sponsors Harrison, Hahn, Robinson – Office of Racial Equity: Re-Entry Employment and Guaranteed Income Programs.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-health-life-enrichment-equity-community
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89509005126
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 895 09005126
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 11/29/2022 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, Unscheduled Items: 9. Discussion Regarding Design and Strengthening of Policy Committees, 10. 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://us02web.zoom.us/j/85347936644
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 853 4793 6644
AGENDA: Conference with legal counsel 1. Existing litigation Reugg & Ellsworth v. City of Berkeley RG18930003, 2. Anticipated litigation related to letter received, letter is confidential (don’t know what it says except it is related to Brown Act).
https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-closed-meeting-eagenda-november-14-2022
YOUTH COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89983970326?
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 899 8397 0326 Passcode: 646720
AGENDA: 9. Discussion Letter to BUSD regarding School Safety (Vice Chair), 10. Discussion develop a plan to recruit youth commissioners,
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/youth-commission
EQUIPPED FOR WAR: AB 481 Militarization of Policing in California at 10 am
Register: REGISTER HERE
AGENDA: Panel discussion on new California law AB 481 that makes the militarization of local police forces transparent to the community sponsored by the Task Force on Police Reform a collaboration between Ashby Village/Elder Action and Berkeley Friends/Racial Justice Action Team. Former Police Chief Greenwood is on the panel.
https://www.afsc.org/content/equipped-war-exposing-militarized-policing-california
Tuesday, November 15, 2022
PAB Emergency Meetingat at 2 pm on allegations
CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 4 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83640362532
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 836 4036 2532
AGENDA: 1. Referral Response: Amnesty Program for Unpermitted Dwelling Units (one item only – packet 140 pages)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83640362532
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 836 4036 2532
AGENDA: Go to end of post to see full agenda or use link to HTML
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
ELECTRIFY YOUR RIDE webinar with Electric Vehicle Web 5 -6 pm
Use link to Register
https://rideanddriveclean.org/event/ev-101-electrify-your-ride-webinar-35/
Wednesday, November 16, 2022
COMMISSION ON AGING at 1:30 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1614800144
Teleconference (not listed on agenda): 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 161 4800 144 Passcode: 825132
AGENDA Discussion/Action Items: 4. Age Friendly Initiative, 5. Pedestrian concern Shattuck & Oregon intersection, 6. Preservation and/or development of community environment in subsidized senior housing, 7. Increase Aging Services funding proportional to increase of growth of senior residents in Berkeley, 8 Letter to Parks, recreation and Waterfront Commission for possible senior center outdoor spaces spaces reserved for senior center classes specifically Ohlone park on Bonita Way, 9. Market-rate senior 60+housing development to facilitate downsizing.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-aging
CIVIC CENTER VISION PLAN Open House Workshop at 5 – 7 pm
IN-PERSON at Central Berkeley Public Library – Main Branch Library, 2090 Kittredge 2nd Floor in the Mystery Reading Room
AGENDA: Presentation and discussion addressing proposed uses and improvements to the Maudelle Shirek and Veterans Memorial Buildings, uses, and Civic Center Park
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/civic-center-open-house
JOHN HINKEL PARK SCOUT HUT RENOVATION PROJECT COMMUNITY MEETING at 6:30 – 8:30 pm
Videoconference: Join on Zoom
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 858 1685 4273 Passcode: 018458
AGENDA: Discussion including renovation of the building and accessibility improvements and future building use as part of the conceptual design process.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/john-hinkel-park-scout-hut-renovation-project-community-meeting
NORTH BERKELEY BART HOUSING DEVELOPMENT at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://bit.ly/ODSMeeting1
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 818 0401 9386 Password: 092751
AGENDA: Objective Design Standards for future development at North Berkeley BART
https://www.bart.gov/about/business/tod/north-berkeley
LIGHT at NIGHT a GLOWING HAZARD at 1 – 4 pm
Registration is free
Register: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_30VEEr2tTj2TVZDg4Xq41g
AGENDA: The use of LED lighting Technology is causing an unintended, yet pervasive and harmful effect: the over-lighting of our nights. Learn about the biological and physical effects of light at night and strategies that can guard our health and environment while providing safe and practical lighting solutions.
Sponsored by the Santa Clara Valley Audubon Society and the Sierra Club Loma Prieta Chapter and a long list of supporters with notification provided by Rebecca Miliken Sustainability Outreach Specialist at the City of Berkeley Office of Energy & Sustainable Development.
EARTHQUAKE BRACE & BOLT Program at 6:30 to 8 pm
Register: tinyurl.com/earthquake-brace-and-bolt
https://www.earthquakebracebolt.com/
Thursday, November 17, 2022
FAIR CAMPAIGN PRACTICES COMMITTEE (FCPC) / OPEN GOVERNMENT COMMISSION (OGC) at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86886012659
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 868 8601 2659
AGENDA Discussion and Possible Action FCPC: 6. Complaint alleging violation of BERA by Elgstrand for Rent Board 2022, 7. Complaint alleging violation of BERA by Committee for an Affordable and Resilient Berkeley – Yes on Measure L, 8. Staff referral regarding failure to file copy of mass mailings by Berkeleyans for Better Planning No on Measure L, 9. Report from contribution limits subcommittee,
AGENDA Discussion and Possible Action OGC: 11. Complaint and request for action regarding posting of minutes by City commissions and use of Live Transcription for public meetings.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/fair-campaign-practices-commission
TRANSPORTATION and INFRASTRUCTURE COMMISSION at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83037557423
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 830 3755 7423
AGENDA: B. 1. Vision Zero Update, 2. Transit-First Policy Implementation Plan, 33. Work Plan
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/transportation-and-infrastructure-commission
Friday, November 18, 2022
CLIMATE & PUBLIC HEALTH at 9 am – 12 pm
Register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/climate-public-health-registration-369244529327
AGENDA: Presentations first speaker Director of Climate Emergency for City of Los Angeles at 9:30 am and 10:10 am Climate and Mental Health
https://www.cemtf.org/
Saturday, November 19 & Sunday, November 20, 2022
No city meetings found
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November 14, AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89509005126
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-877-853-5257 (toll free) Meeting ID: 895 09005126
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
AGENDA CONSENT:
1.Resolution direction legislative bodies to meet via videoconference and teleconference
2.Urgency Ordinance for leasing Real Property at 1720 San Pablo for term of 5 years
3.Amend Contract 42200065 (Agreement A22-0056) add $750,000 total $1,250,000 I-80 Gilman Interchange Improvement Project funding agreement with Alameda CTC fix drainage and grading issues for future fire lane
4.Arreguin & Taplin – Budget Referral (AAO): Strawberry Creek Lodge Food Program $50,000
5.Renewal of Solano Avenue Business Improvement District for Calendar Year 2023
ACTION:
6.Referral Response: Amendments to the Sign Ordinance and establish new fee
7.2nd reading - Adoption of Berkeley Building Codes, including local amendments
8.2nd reading - Re-enactment of Berkeley Housing Code
9.Return to In-Person City Council meetings and Status of Meetings of City Legislative Bodies
10.Adeline Street at Ashby BART Conceptual Design
11.Arreguin - Grant Approval: Accept $75,000 from San Francisco Foundation to renew supporting the Equitable Black Berkeley Initiative to develop a reparative approach to new development at Ashby BART Station and Adeline Corridor with goal of maximizing affordability of new housing
12.Wengraf & Harrison – Adopt first reading of proposed amendments to BMC Chapter 13.110 Emergency Response Ordinance
INFORMATION REPORTS:
13.Climate Action Plan and Resilience Update
14.City Policies for Managing Parking Around BART Stations
15.Fair Campaign Practices Commission FY2022-2023 Work Plan
16.Open government Commission FY2022-2023 Work Plan
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November 15 – CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83640362532
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 836 4036 2532
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA CONSENT:
1.Minutes for Approval
2.Appointment of Jennifer Louis as Chief of Police effective 11/27/2022, annual salary $256,125
3.Renew Elmwood BID (Business Improvement District) for 2023
4.Formal bid solicitations $11,384,039
5.Contract $125,000 with Station Automation Inc. DBA PSTRrax for Real-Time Paperless checkoff and asset management software – Measure Q fund - $125,000
6.Amend Contract 32000116 add $200,000 total $2,174,457 with Amendment Genasys, Inc for Outdoor Warning System Measure FF funds - $200,000
7.Contract $90,000 with Harold Dichoso for Temporary consulting with Health Housing and Community Services – bioterrorism grant fund
8.Amend Measure P Spending Contracts 1) Contract 31900273 with Bay area Community Services (BACS) Shift unspent Measure P – funded shallow subsidy program to a flexible funding program 2) Contract 32200051 add $127,380 total $375,667 with WeHOPE to provide mobile shower and laundry
9.New classification Deputy Duty Attorney IV, salary $15936.37 - $19,593.60 effective Nov 15
10.Amend Contract add $1,000,000 total $2,000,000 and extend to 6/30/24 with COWI North America Inc (32000261) and Transystems Corporation (32000263) for on-call waterfront engineering, design, environmental permitting and construction administration services, listed projects, South Cove Sailing Basin Dredging Planning Project, Cesar Chavez Park Restroom, K-Dock Restroom Renovation, and additional Waterfront projects funded by one time $15,000,000 from state.
11.Contracts $150,000 with Sharjo, Inc. dba ServiceMaster Recovery Management and $150,000 with Belfor USA Group, Inc. for on-call emergency restoration, mitigation and remediation services, thru 12/31/25
12.Amend Contract 10413B add $5,162,424 total $16,252,375 and extend to 12/31/2024 with LAZ Parking LLC for managing city-owned off-street parking facilities
13.Amend Contract 10340 (ERMA) add $75,000 total $325,000 and extend to 6/30/2025 with HF&H Consultants, LLC for update rate model
14.Amend Contract 117610-1 add $300,000 total $375,000 and extend to 6/30/2025 with Columbia Electric, Inc. for on-call electrical services
15.Sewer and access road easement and installation agreements with Paulonia Investment, LLC and Little Tree Investment, Inc., and James Robert Higgins and Summary Vacation of existing sewer easements
16.Peace and Justice Commission – Reinstate Burma (Myanmar) on Berkeley’s Oppressive States List
17.Arreguin, co-sponsors Wengraf, Hahn – United against Hate Week
18.Harrison, co-sponsors Wengraf, Arreguin – Support removal of Cuba from the U.S. State Sponsor of Terrorism List
19.Harrison & Hahn – Adopt ordinance adding chapter 11.62 to BMC to regulate use of carryout and produce bags and promote use of reusable bags.
20.Wengraf - Baby Book Project relinquish $125/councilmember to support Baby Book project
21.Robinson – Refer $1,000,000 to the FY 2023 AAO#1 process to contribute to Southside complete streets project to ensure Bancroft, Dana & Fulton proceed on schedule and prevent loss of $7.3 million in federal funding
22.Authors Robinson, Harrison, Taplin, co-sponsor Hahn – Refer to CM: Establish an electric bike rebate program and expand low-income e-bike ownership through climate equity action fund
ACTION:
23.Sprague – Adoption of 2022 California Fire Code with Local Amendments
24.Garland – Implement residential preferential parking (RPP) on 1900 block Vine and 3000 block MLK Jr Way
25.Louis – Update BPD efforts related to improving Hate Crimes Reporting and Response Referral
A.ZAB Appeal 2018 Blake – continued from November 3, 2022 – Use Permit #ZP2021-0095 6-story, 12 units of which 2 are low-income.
B.ZAB Appeal 1643 – 1647 California - continued from November 3, 2022 – Use Permit #ZP2021-0001 to create new lower basement, construct new 2nd story and modify existing duplex layout.
INFORMATION REPORTS:
26.LPO NOD: 2119 Marin
27.LPO NPO: 1325 Arch
28.LPO NOD: 2081 Center
29.LPO NOD: 2109 Kala Bagal Way.
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LAND USE CALENDAR:
Public Hearing to be scheduled
2065 Kittredge (construct 8-story mixed-use building) 1/31/2023
1262 Francisco (add 40 sq ft and 2nd story balcony) TBD
Remanded to ZAB or LPC
1205 Peralta – Conversion of an existing garage
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with the End of the Appeal Period
2435 Haste (construct residential building) 11/17/2022
2119 Marin (The Laflin House) 11/17/2022
1325 Arch (Schneider/Kroeber House) 11/17/2022
2081 Center (American Trust / Wells Fargo building) 11/17/2022
2109 Kala Bagal Way (F.D. Chase Building) 11/17/2022
WORKSESSIONS:
Local Pandemic/Endemic Update Report 2/21/2023
Housing Preference Policy 2/21/2023
Annual Crime Report 3/14/2023
Civic Center Vision Project 3/21/2023
Fire Facilities Study Report 5/16/2023
Unscheduled Presentations
Housing Element - Local Adoption of the Housing Element in January possibly January 17 or 19, 2023
Adoption of Election Results (December 2022)
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
African American Holistic Resource Center (November 15)
(removed - Cannabis Health Considerations)
(removed - BART tentative December 13, 2022)
November 6 - November 13, 2022
Worth Noting:
I think I caught all the city meetings and city related webinars, but my email inbox is filling faster with campaign ads and donation pleas faster than I can delete them. Do not forget to check https://berkeleyca.gov/ for meetings posted on short notice. The November 15 Council 6 pm meeting agenda is posted - see additional comments at the end of the list of meetings by day of the week.
Sunday – Daylight Savings Ends
Monday – The Personnel Board and Peace and Justice Commission meet at 7 pm.
Tuesday – Election with the City on a reduced schedule and no meetings
Wednesday – The discount program for Solar and Battery Storage is at 6 pm and the Financial incentive program for EVs for lower income individuals and households is at 7 pm. The Parks Commission, Police Accountability Board and Housing Advisory Commission all meet at 7 pm.
Thursday – The Budget Committee meets at 10 am – the mid fiscal year additional budget allocation process is starting. The e-Bike webinar is at 6 pm.
The go to meeting of the week are the presentations from the four developer candidates for the North Berkeley BART housing project at 7 pm Thursday. The meeting is hybrid and can be attended in person at the BUSD Board room or on zoom. (links below) BART will be moderating the presentations. This meeting will likely be very well attended. I am going to attend on zoom since I am concerned that if room capacity is exceeded I will miss too much in trying to get back home and online.
Friday is the Veterans Day Holiday
Saturday is the Berkeley Neighborhoods Council (BNC) at 10 am. Note that BNC has a new zoom login. BNC is my other go to meeting of the week.
Sunday, November 6, 2022 – DAYL
Worth Noting:
I think I caught all the city meetings and city related webinars, but my email inbox is filling faster with campaign ads and donation pleas faster than I can delete them. Do not forget to check https://berkeleyca.gov/ for meetings posted on short notice. The November 15 Council 6 pm meeting agenda is posted - see additional comments at the end of the list of meetings by day of the week.
Sunday – Daylight Savings Ends
Monday – The Personnel Board and Peace and Justice Commission meet at 7 pm.
Tuesday – Election with the City on a reduced schedule and no meetings
Wednesday – The discount program for Solar and Battery Storage is at 6 pm and the Financial incentive program for EVs for lower income individuals and households is at 7 pm. The Parks Commission, Police Accountability Board and Housing Advisory Commission all meet at 7 pm.
Thursday – The Budget Committee meets at 10 am – the mid fiscal year additional budget allocation process is starting. The e-Bike webinar is at 6 pm.
The go to meeting of the week are the presentations from the four developer candidates for the North Berkeley BART housing project at 7 pm Thursday. The meeting is hybrid and can be attended in person at the BUSD Board room or on zoom. (links below) BART will be moderating the presentations. This meeting will likely be very well attended. I am going to attend on zoom since I am concerned that if room capacity is exceeded I will miss too much in trying to get back home and online.
Friday is the Veterans Day Holiday
Saturday is the Berkeley Neighborhoods Council (BNC) at 10 am. Note that BNC has a new zoom login. BNC is my other go to meeting of the week.
Sunday, November 6, 2022 – DAYL