| July 8, 2025, 7:00 PM Regular | Berkeley City Council Meeting Agenda Highlights: July 8, 2025 The Berkeley City Council will address several key issues, including amendments to the ordinance on coordinated pricing algorithms, setting FY 2026 tax rates for fire protection and emergency services, and adopting the FY 2026 Annual Appropriations Ordinance. The Council will review contracts for financial consulting, plan checking, and various public works projects, including drainage improvements and vehicle services. Other agenda items include a grant application for wildfire safety, amendments to SEIU agreements, and a zoning ordinance update for state law consistency. The Council will also consider a street vacation proposal and support for Berkeley Rides for Seniors & The Disabled. | Agenda | |
| June 30, 2025, 5:00 PM Closed Session | Berkeley City Council to Discuss Labor Negotiations with Various Employee Organizations in Closed Session | Agenda | |
| June 26, 2025, 7:00 PM Special | Berkeley City Council Advances Middle Housing Initiative, Adopts Zoning Changes to Address Housing Shortages and Equity Full Summary ✍️ | Transcription 📝 | Agenda |
| June 24, 2025, 7:00 PM Regular | Berkeley City Council to Discuss Amendments to Pricing Algorithm Ordinance, Measure W Funding, Arts & Culture Sector Plan, FY 2026 Budget, Tax Rates for Fire Protection, Housing Trust Fund Proposals, and Tourism District Renewal. Other items include Meals on Wheels Donations, Shelter Plus Care Grants, Employee Fitness Memberships, and Various Contract Amendments. Public Hearings on Tourism Business Improvement District and FY 2026 Budget Update. | Agenda | |
| June 24, 2025, 5:00 PM Special | Berkeley City Council Approves Marina Parking Fee Hikes Amid Budget Deficit, Addresses Preferential Parking Inequities Full Summary ✍️ | Transcription 📝 | Agenda |
| June 17, 2025, 7:00 PM Regular | Berkeley City Council Debates EMBER Wildfire Ordinance, Supports Vision Zero, Reschedules Key Fee Hearings Full Summary ✍️ | Transcription 📝 | Agenda |
| June 9, 2025, 5:30 PM Closed Session | Berkeley City Council to Discuss Labor Negotiations in Closed Session with Various Employee Organizations | Agenda | |
| June 3, 2025, 7:00 PM Regular | Berkeley City Council Addresses Recruitment Challenges, Housing Projects, and Community Initiatives Amid Rising Homelessness Concerns Full Summary ✍️ | Transcription 📝 | Agenda |
| June 3, 2025, 6:00 PM Closed Session | Berkeley City Council to Discuss Pending Litigation Involving RealPage, Inc. in Closed Session | Agenda | |
| May 27, 2025, 5:00 PM Closed Session | Berkeley City Council to Discuss Pending Litigation, Labor Negotiations, and Employee Performance Evaluations in Closed Session | Agenda | |
| May 21, 2025, 5:00 PM Closed Session | Berkeley City Council to Discuss Legal Matters in Closed Session on Homeless Union Litigation | Agenda | |
| May 20, 2025, 7:00 PM Regular | Berkeley City Council Meeting Agenda Highlights: May 20, 2025 The Berkeley City Council will address various key issues, including amendments to the Measure FF Safe Streets Citizen Oversight Committee to include ADA compliance expertise, and an amendment to the FY 2025 Annual Appropriations Ordinance. The Council will discuss funding applications for the North Berkeley BART Affordable Housing Project and approve multiple contracts and grant agreements. They will also consider supporting California State Senate Bill 692 on vehicles and homelessness and Assembly Bill 91 for MENA community inclusion. Additionally, alternative housing options for homelessness and building decarbonization policies will be evaluated. | Agenda | |
| May 20, 2025, 5:30 PM Special | Berkeley City Council Approves Funding for Fire Project and Affordable Housing Through Bonds and Notes Full Summary ✍️ | Transcription 📝 | Agenda |
| May 13, 2025, 5:00 PM Closed Session | Berkeley City Council to Discuss Affordable Housing Initiatives, Climate Action Plans, and Police Oversight Enhancements | Agenda | |
| May 6, 2025, 7:00 PM Regular | Berkeley City Council Postpones Fire Safety Decisions, Denies Zoning Appeal, and Approves Red Curb Program Full Summary ✍️ | Transcription 📝 | Agenda |
| May 6, 2025, 5:30 PM Special | Berkeley City Council Focuses on Brown Act Training to Enhance Transparency and Public Meeting Compliance Full Summary ✍️ | Transcription 📝 | Agenda |
| May 5, 2025, 5:30 PM Closed Session | Berkeley City Council to Discuss HR Director Appointment, Existing and Anticipated Litigation Cases | Agenda | |
| April 29, 2025, 7:00 PM Regular | Berkeley City Council Prioritizes Public Transit Funding, Community Support, and Infrastructure Improvements in Recent Meeting Full Summary ✍️ | Transcription 📝 | Agenda |
| April 28, 2025, 6:00 PM Special | Berkeley City Council to Discuss Gaza Ceasefire Resolution, End to U.S. Military Aid to Israel, and Support for Palestinian Self-Determination | Agenda | |
| April 25, 2025, 11:00 AM Special | Berkeley City Council Special Meeting: Discussing Council Norms, Values, and Priorities with Team Building Activities | Agenda |