June 22, 2020, 6:00 PM Closed Session Berkeley City Council Meeting: Labor Negotiations in Closed Session with Various Employee Organizations Agenda
June 16, 2020, 7:00 PM Regular Berkeley City Council Agenda Highlights: Lease and capital agreements for Marina properties, revisions to Council procedures, appointment of Public Works Director, fiscal emergency ordinance due to COVID-19, tax rate ordinances for FY 2021, contract amendments for mental health and recycling services, housing retention and basic needs funding, and organizational management during crisis. Public hearings on North Shattuck BID re-establishment, street lighting assessments, and residential parking implementation. Discussions on emergency declarations, potential ballot measures, including climate action fund and minimum wage ordinance amendments, and repeal of fire department residency requirement. Agenda
June 16, 2020, 6:45 PM Special Berkeley City Council to Review and Ratify COVID-19 Local Emergency Proclamation Agenda
June 16, 2020, 6:00 PM Closed Session Berkeley City Council to Discuss Labor Negotiations with Employee Unions in Closed Session Agenda
June 16, 2020, 3:30 PM Special Berkeley City Council Meeting Agenda: FY 2021 Budget Update Public Hearing, Mid-Year Budget Review, and General Fund Reserve Policy Amendments. Agenda
June 9, 2020, 7:00 PM Special Berkeley City Council to Hold Public Hearing on ZAB Appeal for Hearst Avenue Development Project Agenda
June 9, 2020, 5:00 PM Special Berkeley City Council to Discuss FY 2021 Budget, Mid-Year Budget Update, Community Survey for Ballot Measures, Charter Amendment for Mayor and Council Salaries, Climate Action Fund Ballot Measure, and Amendment to Minimum Wage Ordinance. Agenda
June 2, 2020, 7:00 PM Regular Berkeley City Council Agenda: Animal Care Contracts, Ballot Measures, and COVID-19 Relief The Berkeley City Council will discuss extending animal care service contracts, increasing the city’s appropriation limit, and amending contracts for network support and case management systems. They will consider a ballot measure for the November 2020 election related to city expenditure limits and discuss open-air dining support for local businesses affected by COVID-19. The meeting will address establishing a COVID-19 Business Damage Mitigation Fund, updating the fiscal year 2021 budget, and potential charter amendments regarding mayor and councilmember salaries. Additionally, a climate action fund and youth wage ordinance will be reviewed. Agenda
June 2, 2020, 5:00 PM Closed Session Berkeley City Council to Discuss Legal Matters in Closed Session, Including Sandoval Case and Undisclosed Litigation Agenda
May 26, 2020, 7:00 PM Regular The Berkeley City Council meeting on May 26, 2020, will address various fiscal and operational matters, including amendments to the FY 2020 Annual Appropriations Ordinance, license agreements with Dorothy Day House, and COVID-19 related financial assistance. The agenda includes approving business improvement district assessments, contract amendments for public works and technology services, and establishing a COVID-19 Business Damage Mitigation Fund. The Council will also discuss updates to the COVID-19 Emergency Response Ordinance, support for a global ceasefire during the pandemic, and the FY 2021 proposed budget. Public health funding agreements and infrastructure projects are also on the docket. Agenda
May 26, 2020, 4:30 PM Closed Session Berkeley City Council to Discuss Public Works Director Appointment and Labor Negotiations Agenda
May 21, 2020, 4:00 PM Closed Session Berkeley City Council Special Meeting: Closed Session on Labor Negotiations with Firefighters, Police, SEIU, and IBEW Unions. Agenda
May 19, 2020, 7:00 PM Special Berkeley City Council Special Meeting: Discussing Amendments to Telecom Ordinances and Public Right-of-Way Permits Agenda
May 12, 2020, 7:00 PM Regular Berkeley City Council Agenda: Redistricting Commission Ordinance, FY 2020 Budget Amendments, Public Health Grants, Dorothy Day House Agreements, GIS Data Contract, Avaya Support, Park Renovations, Police Data Services, Street Improvements, and Surveillance Policy Review. Council to discuss repealing SB 872 on sugary beverage tax, supporting farmworker COVID-19 relief, and funding for Juneteenth Festival and Telegraph Shared Streets. Public hearings on Mental Health Service Charges and FY 2021 Budget. Consideration of surveillance technology reports and landmark preservation notices. Agenda
May 12, 2020, 5:00 PM Closed Session Berkeley City Council to Discuss Labor Negotiations with Employee Unions in Closed Session Agenda
May 5, 2020, 4:00 PM Closed Session Berkeley City Council to Discuss Legal Matters on Anticipated and Pending Litigation, Real Property Negotiations, Including School and Park Properties. Agenda
April 28, 2020, 7:00 PM Regular Berkeley City Council Agenda: April 28, 2020 Meeting Highlights The Berkeley City Council will address a range of issues including amendments to the FY 2020 Annual Appropriations Ordinance, a lease agreement for the Doubletree Hotel, zoning ordinance amendments for family daycare homes, and tenant screening fee regulations. The council will discuss the General Plan redesignation for the Rose Garden Inn and the 2020-2025 Consolidated Plan. Key topics also include potential ballot measures for the November 2020 election, including term limits for the Mayor and Councilmembers, and the creation of a Climate Action Fund. Various contracts and public works projects will also be considered. Agenda
April 21, 2020, 7:00 PM Regular Berkeley City Council Agenda: COVID-19 Emergency Proclamation, Electric Bike Share Franchise, Support for AB 1851, Alameda County Sheriff's Budget Opposition, Moratorium on Sidewalk Ordinance Enforcement, Green Energy Upgrade, Commercial Rent Increase Restrictions, and Street Lighting Assessments. Agenda
April 21, 2020, 5:00 PM Closed Session Berkeley City Council to Discuss Property Negotiations and Pending Litigation in Closed Session Agenda
April 14, 2020, 7:00 PM Regular Berkeley City Council Agenda Highlights: April 14, 2020 Meeting The Berkeley City Council will discuss several key agenda items, including contract approvals for public health, parks, and infrastructure projects. The council will consider the Ronald V. Dellums Fair Chance Access to Housing Ordinance and the establishment of a Police Board and Director of Police Accountability. Other topics include zoning amendments, funding for youth employment, and support for state legislation on plastic pollution reduction and infrastructure undergrounding. The council will also address public hearings on the Rose Garden Inn rezoning and daycare home regulations. Additionally, there will be updates on COVID-19 measures and public works projects. Agenda