June 20, 2023, 5:00 PM Closed Session Berkeley City Council to Discuss Pending Litigation and Labor Negotiations in Closed Session Agenda
June 13, 2023, 7:00 PM Regular Berkeley City Council Meeting Agenda Highlights: June 13, 2023 The Berkeley City Council will address various fiscal matters including adopting ordinances for FY 2024 tax rates for emergency services, parks maintenance, and affordable housing bonds. Additionally, the Council will consider funding proposals for affordable housing projects and mental health services at Berkeley High School. Discussions will also cover amendments to the Berkeley Election Reform Act, updates to the COVID-19 Emergency Response Ordinance, and surveillance policies related to cameras and drones. A public hearing on the FY 2024 proposed budget update is also scheduled, alongside deliberations on closing the Measure T1 funding gap. Agenda
June 13, 2023, 5:00 PM Berkeley City Council Special Meeting Agenda: Fire Department Standards of Coverage and Community Risk Assessment Report and Recommendations Agenda
June 6, 2023, 7:00 PM Regular Berkeley City Council to Discuss LGBTQ+ Pride Month Proclamation, Shelter Plus Care Grants, MLK House Ownership Transition, Tree Service Contracts, and Just Transition Pilot Program. Additional topics include Bird Safe Building Requirements, Police Equipment Report, Tenant Habitability Plan, COVID-19 Ordinance Amendments, Street Maintenance Funding, Catalytic Converter Marking Equipment, RV Pump-Out Station, and Support for Electric Vehicle Legislation. Agenda
June 5, 2023, 4:00 PM Closed Session Berkeley City Council to Discuss Pending Litigation Cases in Closed Session Agenda
May 23, 2023, 7:00 PM Regular Berkeley City Council will discuss adopting ordinances on healthcare and apprenticeship standards, fiscal amendments, and CalPERS contract changes. They will appoint emergency standby officers, approve Police Accountability Board members, and evaluate business improvement district assessments. Contracts for public art services, mail services, and software maintenance are on the agenda, alongside budget referrals for housing studies and Vision Zero improvements. Public hearings will address fee increases for condominium conversions, marina services, and parks. The Council will consider a temporary exemption on cannabis business taxes, audit recommendations for police dispatch, and surveillance ordinance items for cameras and drones. Agenda
May 23, 2023, 5:00 PM Special Berkeley City Council to Review Unfunded Liability and Infrastructure Needs Report, Discuss Pension and OPEB Funding Strategies Agenda
May 16, 2023, 7:00 PM Special Berkeley City Council to Approve Community Wildfire Protection Plan and Review Fire Department Facilities Master Plan. Agenda
May 16, 2023, 5:00 PM Special Berkeley City Council to Review FY 2024 Proposed Budget Update in Public Hearing Agenda
May 15, 2023, 4:00 PM Closed Session Berkeley City Council to Discuss Litigation Cases, Evaluate City Attorney and Police Accountability Director, and Conduct Labor Negotiations in Closed Session. Agenda
May 9, 2023, 7:00 PM Regular Berkeley City Council Meeting Agenda Highlights: May 9, 2023 The City Council will discuss increasing funding for the Housing Retention Program, adopting a five-year zero waste rate schedule, and waiving the Sanctuary City Ordinance for a Westlaw subscription amendment. Appointments for new Fire and Police Chiefs will be confirmed. Several contracts related to public health, housing, and community services will be considered, including consulting services for Medi-Cal billing and landscaping services. The Council will also review grant agreements for public health services and amendments to the CalPERS contract. A public hearing on the FY 2024 budget update is scheduled. Agenda
May 8, 2023, 4:00 PM Closed Session Berkeley City Council Meeting Agenda: Closed Session on Labor Negotiations with Berkeley Fire Fighters Association and Police Association. Agenda
May 2, 2023, 7:00 PM Special Berkeley City Council to Discuss Healthcare and Apprenticeship Standards Ordinance for Private Development Agenda
May 1, 2023, 4:00 PM Closed Session Berkeley City Council to Discuss Existing and Anticipated Litigation, Labor Negotiations in Closed Session Agenda
April 25, 2023, 7:00 PM Regular The Berkeley City Council will discuss various agenda items, including a lease amendment for Cazadero Performing Arts Camp, a labor peace policy for the Berkeley Marina, and a grant application for hiring additional firefighters. The Council will also consider extending the Alameda County Abandoned Vehicle Abatement Program, contracts for vegetation management, irrigation services, and restroom construction, and amendments for fuel storage and safety services. Budget referrals for the Berkeley Marina parking lot, bike park, and playground designs will be reviewed, along with support for AB 441 and AB 73. A project manager for the potential Alta Bates Hospital closure will be considered. Agenda
April 25, 2023, 6:00 PM Special Berkeley City Council to Review 2023 Referral Prioritization Process and Adopt Resolution on Prioritized Referrals Using Re-Weighted Range Voting (RRV). Agenda
April 17, 2023, 4:00 PM Closed Session Berkeley City Council to Discuss Opioid Litigation Settlements, Ashby BART Property Negotiations, and Labor Negotiations with Firefighters and Police Associations in Closed Session Meeting. Agenda
April 13, 2023, 4:00 PM Closed Session Berkeley City Council Special Meeting Agenda: Closed Session for Fire Chief and Police Chief Appointments Agenda
April 11, 2023, 7:00 PM Regular Berkeley City Council Agenda Highlights: April 11, 2023 The Berkeley City Council meeting will cover a range of topics, including a resolution to declare Daniel Ellsberg Week, support for AB 645's Speed Safety System Pilot Program, and the allocation of $3 million over two years to reduce sugar-sweetened beverage consumption. The council will also discuss contracts for community health assessments, housing consultant services, and wheelchair van services. Additional agenda items include a resolution supporting universal health care coverage, a budget referral for sidewalk repair funding, and a proposal to establish a labor peace policy at the Berkeley Marina. Agenda
March 21, 2023, 7:00 PM Regular Berkeley City Council Meeting Agenda Highlights: March 21, 2023 The meeting will cover a range of topics including the authorization to support UC Regents in a legal case, amendments to the COVID-19 Emergency Response Ordinance, and Berkeley Election Reform Act adjustments. Discussions will also involve emergency services, community crisis response contracts, and funding applications for public health and housing projects. The agenda will address salary adjustments for mental health and city management roles, infrastructure contracts, and budget referrals for arts, pedestrian safety, and rental assistance. Additionally, a public hearing on residential parking and the adoption of a Labor Peace Policy for the Berkeley Marina Zone will be conducted. Agenda