August 28, 2023, 7:00 PM Berkeley City Council to Review New MOU with Police Association, Approve Classification and Salary Adjustments Agenda
July 25, 2023, 7:00 PM Regular Berkeley City Council Meeting Agenda Highlights: The Council will discuss funding allocations for programs aimed at reducing sugar-sweetened beverage consumption, zoning ordinance amendments to align with state law, and contract approvals for various city services including tourism promotion, spay and neuter services, and mental health support. The agenda includes resolutions for the development of affordable housing at the North Berkeley BART site, a "Care First, Jails Last" policy, support for Peet’s Coffee workers' unionization, and the establishment of Berkeley Farmers’ Market Week. Additionally, public hearings on Accessory Dwelling Units and surveillance policies are scheduled. Agenda
July 25, 2023, 5:00 PM Special Berkeley City Council to Discuss Civic Center Phase II Design Concept, Approve Preferred Design, Seek Funding, and Conduct Further Studies. Agenda
July 24, 2023, 7:00 PM Special Berkeley City Council to Hear ZAB Appeal on Willard Park Project, Including Recreation Building and Restroom Expansion Agenda
July 24, 2023, 4:00 PM Closed Session Berkeley City Council to Discuss Anticipated Litigation, Property Negotiations, and Labor Negotiations in Closed Session Agenda
July 18, 2023, 7:00 PM Special Berkeley City Council to Discuss Ashby BART Station Transit-Oriented Development and Parking Management Policies Agenda
July 11, 2023, 7:00 PM Regular The Berkeley City Council meeting agenda includes setting FY 2024 tax rates for fire protection and library services, adopting the annual appropriations ordinance, and approving a temporary tax exemption for cannabis businesses. The council will consider a $4.9 million grant for encampment resolution, lease property for interim housing, and contract with Insight Housing. Proposals include studying Berkeley's discriminatory housing history, supporting rooftop solar initiatives, and opposing Japan's Fukushima wastewater discharge. Public hearings address zoning ordinance amendments, and new business tackles staff shortages and affordable housing preference policies. The council also plans to support unionized REI employees and discuss entheogenic plant decriminalization. Agenda
July 10, 2023, 5:30 PM Closed Session Berkeley City Council to Discuss Pending Litigation in Closed Session Agenda
June 27, 2023, 7:00 PM Regular The Berkeley City Council meeting on June 27, 2023, will address a range of topics including the approval of various FY 2024 tax rates for city services and infrastructure, amendments to local ordinances such as the Berkeley Election Reform Act and COVID-19 Emergency Response Ordinance, and numerous contract authorizations for city projects and services. The agenda also includes a public hearing on the Zero Waste Five-Year Rate Schedule, consideration of a temporary exemption from cannabis business taxes, and the adoption of the FY 2024 Proposed Budget Update. Additionally, the council will discuss establishing a sister city relationship with Las Vegas, Santa Bárbara, Honduras. Agenda
June 20, 2023, 7:00 PM Special Berkeley City Council to Discuss Economic Dashboards and Climate Action Plan Updates Agenda
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