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
October 11, 2022, 5:00 PM Special Berkeley City Council to Appoint Directors for Police Accountability and Human Resources, Authorize Purchase of Emergency Water Supply Tender, Establish Guidelines for $650 Million Affordable Housing and Infrastructure Bond, and Discuss Measure O Bond Impacts on Housing Development. Agenda
September 29, 2022, 7:00 PM Regular Berkeley City Council Agenda: Lease Agreement for Waterside Workshops, COVID-19 Ordinance Amendment, Repeal of BMC Chapter 12.76, Extension of Grayson Street Lease, Formal Bid Solicitations, Purchase of Training Equipment, ZAB Appeal for Mixed-Use Development at San Pablo Avenue, and Audit Reports on Police Overtime Management. Agenda
September 29, 2022, 5:00 PM Closed Session Berkeley City Council Special Meeting Agenda: Closed session to discuss appointments for Director of Police Accountability and Director of Human Resources positions. Agenda
September 20, 2022, 7:00 PM Regular Berkeley City Council Agenda Highlights: COVID-19 Emergency Resolution, Videoconference Meetings, 2023 Meeting Schedule, Transportation Network Company Tax Rate, Zero Waste Software Maintenance, Professional Services Contracts, Landfill Maintenance, Arborist and Engineering Services, Civic Center Carpet Project, HARD HATS Ordinance Referral, Zoning Ordinance Amendments, Website Access Improvements, Community Agency Contracts Extension, and Code Enforcement Audit Response. Agenda
September 20, 2022, 5:00 PM Special Berkeley City Council to Discuss Residential Objective Standards for Middle Housing and Southside Areas in Upcoming Worksession. Agenda
September 20, 2022, 11:00 AM Closed Session Berkeley City Council to Discuss Director of Police Accountability Appointment in Closed Session Agenda
September 19, 2022, 5:30 PM Closed Session Berkeley City Council to Discuss 3100 Adeline St. Negotiations and Existing Litigation in Closed Session Agenda
September 13, 2022, 7:00 PM Regular The Berkeley City Council meeting agenda includes contract amendments for electronic health records, ADA transition plans, and street rehabilitation. It also covers new contracts for addressing the Great Resignation impacts, veterinary services, and equity consulting. The council will discuss proposals for Project Homekey funding, Vision Zero safety grants, and a lease agreement at Aquatic Park. Resolutions regarding abortion access, healthcare services at UCSF Children's Hospital, and California marriage equality are on the table. Action items include surveillance technology policies and an ordinance amendment for efficiency units. The meeting will also address public health funding, traffic safety, and memorial donations. Agenda
September 13, 2022, 6:00 PM Special Berkeley City Council to Discuss 2022 Meeting Schedule Change and IT Director Appointment Agenda