January 31, 2023, 6:00 PM Regular Berkeley City Council Agenda: Amendments to contracts for tourism, DNA testing, and rental subsidies; lease agreement with Bay Area Hispano Institute; COVID-19 emergency status review; parking and towing fines reform; ZAB appeal for mixed-use development at 2065 Kittredge Street; regional planning grants; outcomes-based funding initiative; amendment to council procedures for budget-related items; and various infrastructure projects, including sewer repairs and park renovations. Agenda
January 31, 2023, 4:00 PM Special Berkeley City Council to Address Measure T1 Phase 2 Funding Gap and African American Holistic Resource Center Options Agenda
January 30, 2023, 4:30 PM Closed Session Berkeley City Council to Discuss Litigation Cases and Real Estate Negotiations in Closed Session Agenda
January 18, 2023, 4:00 PM Special Berkeley City Council to Conduct Public Hearing and Adopt 2023-2031 Housing Element Update, Certify Environmental Impact Report, and Approve General Plan Amendment. Agenda
January 17, 2023, 6:00 PM Regular Berkeley City Council Agenda: Zoning Ordinance Amendments, FY 2023 Budget Adjustments, Public Art Donation, Affordable Housing Legislation Support, Security Assessment for San Pablo Avenue, and New Fees for Recreation Programs. Agenda
January 10, 2023, 10:00 AM Special Berkeley City Council to Decide on Continued Videoconference Meetings Due to COVID-19 Risks Agenda
December 13, 2022, 6:00 PM Regular Berkeley City Council will discuss a variety of issues, including a letter supporting the Cherokee Nation delegate, the Fair Workweek Ordinance, amendments to the Sign Ordinance, and the continuation of the COVID-19 emergency proclamation. They will also consider contracts for electric vehicle charging stations, a specialized care unit, and architectural services, as well as funding for affordable housing at the North Berkeley BART site. Additional topics include a resolution for Berkeley High School's parking structure project, a workforce analysis presentation, and a proposal to dedicate parking for zero-emission vehicles. Agenda
December 13, 2022, 5:00 PM Special Berkeley City Council to Confirm Election Results, Approve $15M Waterfront Grants, and Appoint New Vice-President and Committee Members Agenda
December 12, 2022, 3:00 PM Closed Session Berkeley City Council to Discuss Existing Litigation and Labor Negotiations in Closed Session Agenda
December 6, 2022, 6:00 PM Regular Berkeley City Council Agenda: Leasing Property, Homeless Program Extension, Re-Entry Employment, Hate Crimes Reporting, Elmwood BID Renewal, Fire Code Amendments, Affordable Housing Updates Agenda
November 29, 2022, 6:00 PM Regular Berkeley City Council will discuss net energy metering support, sewer easement agreements, reusable bag regulations, and the continuation of virtual meetings due to COVID-19. They will address the I-80 Gilman Interchange project, Strawberry Creek Lodge Food Program funding, and a grant for the Equitable Black Berkeley Initiative. Public hearings include the Solano Avenue BID renewal, sign ordinance amendments, and updates to building and housing codes. New business covers the return to in-person meetings and Adeline Street design at Ashby BART. Information reports include climate action updates and parking management around BART stations. Agenda
November 28, 2022, 4:30 PM Closed Session Berkeley City Council to Discuss Property Negotiations and Pending Litigation in Closed Session Agenda
November 21, 2022, 5:00 PM Special Berkeley City Council to Review Fair Workweek Ordinance Proposal Agenda
November 15, 2022, 6:00 PM Regular Berkeley City Council Agenda Highlights: Support for UC Academic Workers' Strike, Appointment of New Police Chief, Elmwood BID Renewal, E-Bike Rebate Program, and Fire Code Amendments. The meeting will also address budget referrals for youth sports expenses and Southside Complete Streets funding, as well as resolutions on international issues including Cuba and Burma. Additionally, the council will consider ordinances on reusable bags, public hearings on residential parking and zoning appeals, and various contract approvals for city services and infrastructure projects. Agenda
November 15, 2022, 4:00 PM Special Berkeley City Council Special Meeting to Discuss Amnesty Program for Unpermitted Dwelling Units Agenda
November 14, 2022, 4:30 PM Closed Session Berkeley City Council to Discuss Existing and Anticipated Litigation in Closed Session Agenda
November 3, 2022, 7:00 PM Regular Berkeley City Council Agenda: Discriminatory Reports Ordinance, Zoning Amendments for Amusement Arcades, COVID-19 Emergency Continuation, Solano Avenue BID Renewal, Various Contract Amendments, Down Payment Assistance Pilot, Fair Workweek Ordinance, Climate and Electrification Budget Priorities, Harriet Tubman Terrace Tenant Support, Surveillance Technology Reports, ZAB Appeals for Blake and California Streets, Online Solar Permitting Implementation, and Mental Health Commission Reappointments. Agenda
October 28, 2022, 4:00 PM Closed Session Berkeley City Council to Discuss Real Estate Negotiations for Berkeley Inn and Police Chief Appointment Agenda
October 20, 2022, 4:00 PM Closed Session Berkeley City Council Special Meeting to Address Pending Workers Compensation Litigation in Closed Session Agenda
October 11, 2022, 7:00 PM Regular Berkeley City Council to Discuss Support for Iranian Women, Transportation Tax, Zoning Amendments, and Fair Workweek Ordinance The Berkeley City Council will address resolutions supporting Iranian women and condemning the Iranian government's oppression, set a 2023 tax rate for transportation network companies, and amend zoning ordinances. The agenda includes expanding the Residential Preferential Parking program, regulating autonomous vehicles, and adopting an ordinance against discriminatory law enforcement reports. Council will also consider the Fair Workweek Ordinance, Hopkins Corridor Plan reconsideration, and support for Harriet Tubman Terrace tenants. Additional topics include spay/neuter services contracts, mental health outreach, and a land acknowledgment for the Ohlone people. Agenda