Events
The Berkeley Activist's Calendar, Oct. 4-11
Worth Noting:
The two most important events/meetings this week are the Mayor Forum sponsored by Berkeley Neighborhood Council (BNC) Saturday from 10 am – 12 pm https://cccconfer.zoom.us/j/97241233902 and T1 which is about what gets fixed. There is also a 3rd meeting to check Thursday morning, Budget and Finance. T1 is important as the Mayor and Council through recent votes on the Civic Center Plan demonstrate greater interest in building themselves new chambers than fixing streets and sidewalks.
Measure T1 Community Meetings are every Thursday in October from 6:30 – 8:30 pm. Note that every Thursday evening except October 29th T1 will conflict with at least one normally scheduled Board/Commission meeting that starts at 7 pm.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/MeasureT1Events/
Tuesday the Mayor will do the self-promoting State of the City – the zoom meeting link is still not posted. And, the Mayor and Council are finally doing the City Manager evaluation behind closed doors which is about 4 years overdue.
The agenda for the October 13 Regular City Council meeting is available for comment.
Sunday, October 4, 2020
No City meetings or events found
Monday, October 5, 2020
City Council Public Safety Committee, 10:30
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Public_Safety.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89922921893
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 899 2292 1893
Agenda: 2. Improving Hate Crimes Reporting and Response, 3. Introduce and Ordinance permanently banning use of less lethal weaponry, chemical irritants, smoke projectiles, acoustic weapons, directed energy weapons, water cannons, disorientation devices and ultrasonic cannons used by police on civilians.
Civic Arts Commission Public Art Subcommittee, 1 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CivicArtsCommissionHomepage/
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83392008428
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 833 9200 8428
Agenda: 4. Pre-qualified Public Art Consults List and FY 2021 public art budget
IRA/AGA/Registration Committee Meeting, 5 pm,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/92752447419?pwd=QVh2dlY0WVJBWUVXQlNmR3pLRkF2UT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 927 5244 7419 Passcode: 376831
Agenda: 5. Discussion regarding Board’s ability align Rent Ordinance BMC13.76 with Tenant Protection Ordinance BMC 13.79.060, 6. Discussion proposed changes to City’s housing code, 7. Golden Duplexes evidentiary standard BMC 13.76.050F and H and auto-renewal lease issues.
Tuesday, October 6, 2020
City Council Closed Session, 2:30 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2020/10_Oct/City_Council__10-06-2020_-_Closed_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81726473970
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 817 2647 3970
Agenda: Performance Evaluation – City Manager
Rent Board Eviction / Section 8 / Foreclosure Committee Meeting, 5:30 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/97222335829?pwd=Vk44a041ckdGTmg5dDlWUk9WcTB6Zz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 972 2233 5829 Passcode: 515557
Agenda: 6. Discussion – possible action distressed properties report, 7. Discussion - possible action Ellis Bill report.
Mayor – The State of the City, 6 pm
https://www.jessearreguin.com/sotc
Videoconference and Teleconference: not available check website for link/update
Wednesday, October 7, 2020
City Council Facilities, Infrastructure, Transportation, Environment & Sustainability Committee, 2:30 pm,
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88167316263
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 881 6731 6263
Agenda: 2. Ordinance Amending BMC 7.52 Reducing Tax Imposed for Qualifying Electrification, Energy Efficiency and Water Conservation Retrofits, 3. Updates to BESO (Building Energy Savings Ordinance), 4. Bright Streets Initiative (street markings near schools) 5. Initiate a Citywide Regional and International Just Transition to a Regenerative Economy to Address the Climate Emergency. 6. Update from Public Works
Homeless Services Panel of Experts, 7 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/94698299750
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 946 9829 9750
Agenda: 6. Agenda and Work Plan Subcommittee recommendations on schedule, bylaws, reporting, 7. Discussion of approach to more representative membership,
Planning Commission, 7 – 10 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/94801457100
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 9480145 7100
Agenda: 9. Discussion – Business Support Zoning Amendment referrals – amusement device arcades and arts district overlay expansion
Thursday, October 8, 2020
City Council Budget & Finance Committee, 11 am – 1 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Budget___Finance.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85279471667
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 852 7947 1667
Agenda: 2. Open West Campus and MLK Jr Pool to implement the City of Berkeley Shower Program at these locations and provide Community shower during the Pandemic, 3. Housing Trust Fund, 4. Declare Juneteenth as City Holiday, 5. Amend Berkeley’s Property Tax Measures and Restore Tax Esuity by Changing the Sq Footage Tax Imposition through comprehensive verification process. 6. Update from Public Works regarding the financial status of the on-street and off-street parking funds, 7. Annual Appropriation Discussion, 8. General Fund Reserve Replenishment Discussion.
City Council Closed Session, 4 - 6 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2020/10_Oct/City_Council__10-08-2020_-_Closed_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84664035815
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 846 6403 5815
Agenda: Performance Evaluation – City Manager
Measure T1 Phase 2 – Public Meeting – District 5/6, 6:30 – 8:30 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/MeasureT1Events/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/93056814145
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 930 5681 4145
Zoning Adjustment Board, 7 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/97342371230
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 973 4237 1230
2. on consent - 1920 Vine – increase building height to add 350 sq ft 3rd floor addition, construct rear decks, modify side windows, remove accessory structure and replace with 3 car garage,
3. on consent – 1510 Walnut Units A-F – establish pet store use including grooming in existing retail space in commercial district,
4. action staff advise dismiss appeal – 2221 Carleton – expand existing 1,128 sq ft 1-story single-family dwelling on 4500 sq ft non-conforming parcel, raise existing building, add new ground floor and extension 849 sq ft ADU, increase height to 28’ 1” add 5th bedroom excluding ADU, move structure 2’ north to conform to required front yard setback of 20’
Quit Smoking Class Session 1 of 8 – 6 – 8 pm (free)
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=16969
Pre-register: https://www.surveyanalytics.com/t/AI0IRZOlYH
Friday, October 9, 2020
City offices closed
Saturday, October 10, 2020
Berkeley Neighborhood Council Mayor Forum
Videoconference: https://cccconfer.zoom.us/j/97241233902
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 or 1-253-215-8782 Meeting ID: 972 4123 3902
Sunday, October 11, 2020
No City meetings or events found
October 13, 6 pm Regular City Council meeting available for comment.
Email: Council@CityofBerkeley.info
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
City Council Agenda for October 13, 6 pm, CONSENT: 1. Extend grace period for Fair Chance housing to Jan 1, 2021, 2. Healthy Checkout Ordinance 2nd reading, 3. Bid solicitations $325,000, 4. Revenue Contract »$6 million Dept of Health Care Services, 5. Lease Agreement 225 University – Qasemi Abdul Moqim dba Berkeley Sportsman Center, 6. Measure T1 Phase 1 Project List Additions, 7. Resumption of fees at Oregon Senior Apartments, 8. Revenue Grant FY 2020-2021 $51,000 Alcohol Beverage Control, 9. Amend Contract add $230,000 (T1) total $5,616,293 renovation 2640 MLK Way Adult Mental Health Services, 10. Contract award First Carbon Solutions for CEQA compliance for Solid Waste & Recycling Transfer Station Replacement Project, 11. a.&b. Compiling Homeless Commission Recommendations in a Reference Manual, 12. Authorize installation of Security Cameras at the Marina, 13. Oppose Proposition 22 which exempts Lyft, Uber, DoorDash have invested $181 million to be exempt from providing employee benefits, 14. Amend Council Rules of Procedures so that Council submitted items be placed directly on the agenda to allow the whole Council to review and take action on the submitted item to ensure equity in the process, 15. Support Proposition 16 removes ban on affirmative action, 16. Step Up Housing Allocation of Measure P Funds to lease and operate at 1367 University, 17. Removal of Traffic Bollards at intersection of Fairview and California, 18. Enforce Bi-weekly (once every 2 weeks) residential cleaning measures to address encampments and promote clean streets, Presentation: 19. 2019 Crime Report and 5 Year Use of Force Report, Public Hearing: 20. Bond 1717 University rental housing development, 21. ZAB appeal 1346 Ordway, ACTION: 22. Support for Community Refrigerators (cost) $8000, 23. Request Congress to introduce “the Breathe Act,” 24. Proposed Navigable Cities Framework – access for People with Disabilities in Berkeley (expect to be rescheduled to October 20), INFORMATION: LPC Annual Report to Council
____________________
Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
1346 Ordway, 10/13/2020
0 (245) San Pablo - TBD
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits With End of Appeal Period
1850 Arch 10/13/2020
1862 Arch 10/13/2020
1528 Berkeley Way 10/6/2020
6029 Chabolyn 10/20/2020
1217 Hopkins 10/12/2020
2800 MLK Jr Way 10/8/2020
2526 Mathews 10/6/2020
1224 Queens 10/6/2020
1526 Sixth 10/12/2020
2412 Woolsey 10/7/2020
LPC NOD 2277 Shattuck, 1915 Berryman, 2328 Channing,
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
___________________
WORKSESSIONS
Oct 13 - Ohlone History 5 pm
Oct 20 – Navigable Cities, UC Long Range Development Plan
Jan 12 – Update Zero Waste Priorities, Undergrounding Task Force Update
Feb 16 - BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry
March 16 – date open for scheduling
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Update Berkeley’s 2020 Vision
Cannabis Health Considerations
Berkeley Police Department Hiring Practices (referred by Public Safety Committee)
Systems Realignment
Digital Strategic Plan/FUND$ Replacement Website Update,
_____________________
To Check For Regional Meetings with Berkeley Council Appointees go to
To check for Berkeley Unified School District Board Meetings go to
https://www.berkeleyschools.net/schoolboard/board-meeting-information/
_____________________
This meeting list is also posted on the Sustainable Berkeley Coalition website.
http://www.sustainableberkeleycoalition.com/whats-ahead.html and in the Berkeley Daily Planet under activist’s calendar http://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
When notices of meetings are found that are posted after Friday 5:00 pm they are added to the website schedule https://www.sustainableberkeleycoalition.com/whats-ahead.html and preceded by LATE ENTRY
If you wish to stop receiving the Weekly Summary of City Meetings please forward the weekly summary you received to kellyhammargren@gmail.com,
Worth Noting:
The two most important events/meetings this week are the Mayor Forum sponsored by Berkeley Neighborhood Council (BNC) Saturday from 10 am – 12 pm https://cccconfer.zoom.us/j/97241233902 and T1 which is about what gets fixed. There is also a 3rd meeting to check Thursday morning, Budget and Finance. T1 is important as the Mayor and Council through recent votes on the Civic Center Plan demonstrate greater interest in building themselves new chambers than fixing streets and sidewalks.
Measure T1 Community Meetings are every Thursday in October from 6:30 – 8:30 pm. Note that every Thursday evening except October 29th T1 will conflict with at least one normally scheduled Board/Commission meeting that starts at 7 pm.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/MeasureT1Events/
Tuesday the Mayor will do the self-promoting State of the City – the zoom meeting link is still not posted. And, the Mayor and Council are finally doing the City Manager evaluation behind closed doors which is about 4 years overdue.
The agenda for the October 13 Regular City Council meeting is available for comment.
Sunday, October 4, 2020
No City meetings or events found
Monday, October 5, 2020
City Council Public Safety Committee, 10:30
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Public_Safety.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89922921893
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 899 2292 1893
Agenda: 2. Improving Hate Crimes Reporting and Response, 3. Introduce and Ordinance permanently banning use of less lethal weaponry, chemical irritants, smoke projectiles, acoustic weapons, directed energy weapons, water cannons, disorientation devices and ultrasonic cannons used by police on civilians.
Civic Arts Commission Public Art Subcommittee, 1 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CivicArtsCommissionHomepage/
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83392008428
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 833 9200 8428
Agenda: 4. Pre-qualified Public Art Consults List and FY 2021 public art budget
IRA/AGA/Registration Committee Meeting, 5 pm,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/92752447419?pwd=QVh2dlY0WVJBWUVXQlNmR3pLRkF2UT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 927 5244 7419 Passcode: 376831
Agenda: 5. Discussion regarding Board’s ability align Rent Ordinance BMC13.76 with Tenant Protection Ordinance BMC 13.79.060, 6. Discussion proposed changes to City’s housing code, 7. Golden Duplexes evidentiary standard BMC 13.76.050F and H and auto-renewal lease issues.
Tuesday, October 6, 2020
City Council Closed Session, 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81726473970
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 817 2647 3970
Agenda: Performance Evaluation – City Manager
Rent Board Eviction / Section 8 / Foreclosure Committee Meeting, 5:30 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/97222335829?pwd=Vk44a041ckdGTmg5dDlWUk9WcTB6Zz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 972 2233 5829 Passcode: 515557
Agenda: 6. Discussion – possible action distressed properties report, 7. Discussion - possible action Ellis Bill report.
Mayor – The State of the City, 6 pm
https://www.jessearreguin.com/sotc
Videoconference and Teleconference: not available check website for link/update
Wednesday, October 7, 2020
City Council Facilities, Infrastructure, Transportation, Environment & Sustainability Committee, 2:30 pm,
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88167316263
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 881 6731 6263
Agenda: 2. Ordinance Amending BMC 7.52 Reducing Tax Imposed for Qualifying Electrification, Energy Efficiency and Water Conservation Retrofits, 3. Updates to BESO (Building Energy Savings Ordinance), 4. Bright Streets Initiative (street markings near schools) 5. Initiate a Citywide Regional and International Just Transition to a Regenerative Economy to Address the Climate Emergency. 6. Update from Public Works
Homeless Services Panel of Experts, 7 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/94698299750
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 946 9829 9750
Agenda: 6. Agenda and Work Plan Subcommittee recommendations on schedule, bylaws, reporting, 7. Discussion of approach to more representative membership,
Planning Commission, 7 – 10 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/94801457100
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 9480145 7100
Agenda: 9. Discussion – Business Support Zoning Amendment referrals – amusement device arcades and arts district overlay expansion
Thursday, October 8, 2020
City Council Budget & Finance Committee, 11 am – 1 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Budget___Finance.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85279471667
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 852 7947 1667
Agenda: 2. Open West Campus and MLK Jr Pool to implement the City of Berkeley Shower Program at these locations and provide Community shower during the Pandemic, 3. Housing Trust Fund, 4. Declare Juneteenth as City Holiday, 5. Amend Berkeley’s Property Tax Measures and Restore Tax Esuity by Changing the Sq Footage Tax Imposition through comprehensive verification process. 6. Update from Public Works regarding the financial status of the on-street and off-street parking funds, 7. Annual Appropriation Discussion, 8. General Fund Reserve Replenishment Discussion.
City Council Closed Session, 4 - 6 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2020/10_Oct/City_Council__10-08-2020_-_Closed_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84664035815
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 846 6403 5815
Agenda: Performance Evaluation – City Manager
Measure T1 Phase 2 – Public Meeting – District 5/6, 6:30 – 8:30 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/MeasureT1Events/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/93056814145
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 930 5681 4145
Zoning Adjustment Board, 7 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/97342371230
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 973 4237 1230
2. on consent - 1920 Vine – increase building height to add 350 sq ft 3rd floor addition, construct rear decks, modify side windows, remove accessory structure and replace with 3 car garage,
3. on consent – 1510 Walnut Units A-F – establish pet store use including grooming in existing retail space in commercial district,
4. action staff advise dismiss appeal – 2221 Carleton – expand existing 1,128 sq ft 1-story single-family dwelling on 4500 sq ft non-conforming parcel, raise existing building, add new ground floor and extension 849 sq ft ADU, increase height to 28’ 1” add 5th bedroom excluding ADU, move structure 2’ north to conform to required front yard setback of 20’
Quit Smoking Class Session 1 of 8 – 6 – 8 pm (free)
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=16969
Pre-register: https://www.surveyanalytics.com/t/AI0IRZOlYH
Friday, October 9, 2020
City offices closed
Saturday, October 10, 2020
Berkeley Neighborhood Council Mayor Forum
Videoconference: https://cccconfer.zoom.us/j/97241233902
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 or 1-253-215-8782 Meeting ID: 972 4123 3902
Sunday, October 11, 2020
No City meetings or events found
October 13, 6 pm Regular City Council meeting available for comment.
Email: Council@CityofBerkeley.info
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
City Council Agenda for October 13, 6 pm, CONSENT: 1. Extend grace period for Fair Chance housing to Jan 1, 2021, 2. Healthy Checkout Ordinance 2nd reading, 3. Bid solicitations $325,000, 4. Revenue Contract »$6 million Dept of Health Care Services, 5. Lease Agreement 225 University – Qasemi Abdul Moqim dba Berkeley Sportsman Center, 6. Measure T1 Phase 1 Project List Additions, 7. Resumption of fees at Oregon Senior Apartments, 8. Revenue Grant FY 2020-2021 $51,000 Alcohol Beverage Control, 9. Amend Contract add $230,000 (T1) total $5,616,293 renovation 2640 MLK Way Adult Mental Health Services, 10. Contract award First Carbon Solutions for CEQA compliance for Solid Waste & Recycling Transfer Station Replacement Project, 11. a.&b. Compiling Homeless Commission Recommendations in a Reference Manual, 12. Authorize installation of Security Cameras at the Marina, 13. Oppose Proposition 22 which exempts Lyft, Uber, DoorDash have invested $181 million to be exempt from providing employee benefits, 14. Amend Council Rules of Procedures so that Council submitted items be placed directly on the agenda to allow the whole Council to review and take action on the submitted item to ensure equity in the process, 15. Support Proposition 16 removes ban on affirmative action, 16. Step Up Housing Allocation of Measure P Funds to lease and operate at 1367 University, 17. Removal of Traffic Bollards at intersection of Fairview and California, 18. Enforce Bi-weekly (once every 2 weeks) residential cleaning measures to address encampments and promote clean streets, Presentation: 19. 2019 Crime Report and 5 Year Use of Force Report, Public Hearing: 20. Bond 1717 University rental housing development, 21. ZAB appeal 1346 Ordway, ACTION: 22. Support for Community Refrigerators (cost) $8000, 23. Request Congress to introduce “the Breathe Act,” 24. Proposed Navigable Cities Framework – access for People with Disabilities in Berkeley (expect to be rescheduled to October 20), INFORMATION: LPC Annual Report to Council
____________________
Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
1346 Ordway, 10/13/2020
0 (245) San Pablo - TBD
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits With End of Appeal Period
1850 Arch 10/13/2020
1862 Arch 10/13/2020
1528 Berkeley Way 10/6/2020
6029 Chabolyn 10/20/2020
1217 Hopkins 10/12/2020
2800 MLK Jr Way 10/8/2020
2526 Mathews 10/6/2020
1224 Queens 10/6/2020
1526 Sixth 10/12/2020
2412 Woolsey 10/7/2020
LPC NOD 2277 Shattuck, 1915 Berryman, 2328 Channing,
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
___________________
WORKSESSIONS
Oct 13 - Ohlone History 5 pm
Oct 20 – Navigable Cities, UC Long Range Development Plan
Jan 12 – Update Zero Waste Priorities, Undergrounding Task Force Update
Feb 16 - BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry
March 16 – date open for scheduling
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Update Berkeley’s 2020 Vision
Cannabis Health Considerations
Berkeley Police Department Hiring Practices (referred by Public Safety Committee)
Systems Realignment
Digital Strategic Plan/FUND$ Replacement Website Update,
_____________________
To Check For Regional Meetings with Berkeley Council Appointees go to
To check for Berkeley Unified School District Board Meetings go to
https://www.berkeleyschools.net/schoolboard/board-meeting-information/
_____________________
This meeting list is also posted on the Sustainable Berkeley Coalition website.
http://www.sustainableberkeleycoalition.com/whats-ahead.html and in the Berkeley Daily Planet under activist’s calendar http://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
When notices of meetings are found that are posted after Friday 5:00 pm they are added to the website schedule https://www.sustainableberkeleycoalition.com/whats-ahead.html and preceded by LATE ENTRY
If you wish to stop receiving the Weekly Summary of City Meetings please forward the weekly summary you received to kellyhammargren@gmail.com,
Worth Noting:
The two most important events/meetings this week are the Mayor Forum sponsored by Berkeley Neighborhood Council (BNC) Saturday from 10 am – 12 pm https://cccconfer.zoom.us/j/97241233902 and T1 which is about what gets fixed. There is also a 3rd meeting to check Thursday morning, Budget and Finance. T1 is important as the Mayor and Council through recent votes on the Civic Center Plan demonstrate greater interest in building themselves new chambers than fixing streets and sidewalks.
Measure T1 Community Meetings are every Thursday in October from 6:30 – 8:30 pm. Note that every Thursday evening except October 29th T1 will conflict with at least one normally scheduled Board/Commission meeting that starts at 7 pm.
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/MeasureT1Events/
Tuesday the Mayor will do the self-promoting State of the City – the zoom meeting link is still not posted. And, the Mayor and Council are finally doing the City Manager evaluation behind closed doors which is about 4 years overdue.
The agenda for the October 13 Regular City Council meeting is available for comment.
Sunday, October 4, 2020
No City meetings or events found
Monday, October 5, 2020
City Council Public Safety Committee, 10:30
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Public_Safety.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89922921893
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 899 2292 1893
Agenda: 2. Improving Hate Crimes Reporting and Response, 3. Introduce and Ordinance permanently banning use of less lethal weaponry, chemical irritants, smoke projectiles, acoustic weapons, directed energy weapons, water cannons, disorientation devices and ultrasonic cannons used by police on civilians.
Civic Arts Commission Public Art Subcommittee, 1 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CivicArtsCommissionHomepage/
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83392008428
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 833 9200 8428
Agenda: 4. Pre-qualified Public Art Consults List and FY 2021 public art budget
IRA/AGA/Registration Committee Meeting, 5 pm,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/92752447419?pwd=QVh2dlY0WVJBWUVXQlNmR3pLRkF2UT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 927 5244 7419 Passcode: 376831
Agenda: 5. Discussion regarding Board’s ability align Rent Ordinance BMC13.76 with Tenant Protection Ordinance BMC 13.79.060, 6. Discussion proposed changes to City’s housing code, 7. Golden Duplexes evidentiary standard BMC 13.76.050F and H and auto-renewal lease issues.
Tuesday, October 6, 2020
City Council Closed Session, 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81726473970
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 817 2647 3970
Agenda: Performance Evaluation – City Manager
Rent Board Eviction / Section 8 / Foreclosure Committee Meeting, 5:30 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/97222335829?pwd=Vk44a041ckdGTmg5dDlWUk9WcTB6Zz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 972 2233 5829 Passcode: 515557
Agenda: 6. Discussion – possible action distressed properties report, 7. Discussion - possible action Ellis Bill report.
Mayor – The State of the City, 6 pm
https://www.jessearreguin.com/sotc
Videoconference and Teleconference: not available check website for link/update
Wednesday, October 7, 2020
City Council Facilities, Infrastructure, Transportation, Environment & Sustainability Committee, 2:30 pm,
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88167316263
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 881 6731 6263
Agenda: 2. Ordinance Amending BMC 7.52 Reducing Tax Imposed for Qualifying Electrification, Energy Efficiency and Water Conservation Retrofits, 3. Updates to BESO (Building Energy Savings Ordinance), 4. Bright Streets Initiative (street markings near schools) 5. Initiate a Citywide Regional and International Just Transition to a Regenerative Economy to Address the Climate Emergency. 6. Update from Public Works
Homeless Services Panel of Experts, 7 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/94698299750
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 946 9829 9750
Agenda: 6. Agenda and Work Plan Subcommittee recommendations on schedule, bylaws, reporting, 7. Discussion of approach to more representative membership,
Planning Commission, 7 – 10 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Planning_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/94801457100
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 9480145 7100
Agenda: 9. Discussion – Business Support Zoning Amendment referrals – amusement device arcades and arts district overlay expansion
Thursday, October 8, 2020
City Council Budget & Finance Committee, 11 am – 1 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Budget___Finance.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85279471667
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 852 7947 1667
Agenda: 2. Open West Campus and MLK Jr Pool to implement the City of Berkeley Shower Program at these locations and provide Community shower during the Pandemic, 3. Housing Trust Fund, 4. Declare Juneteenth as City Holiday, 5. Amend Berkeley’s Property Tax Measures and Restore Tax Esuity by Changing the Sq Footage Tax Imposition through comprehensive verification process. 6. Update from Public Works regarding the financial status of the on-street and off-street parking funds, 7. Annual Appropriation Discussion, 8. General Fund Reserve Replenishment Discussion.
City Council Closed Session, 4 - 6 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/2020/10_Oct/City_Council__10-08-2020_-_Closed_Meeting_Agenda.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84664035815
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 846 6403 5815
Agenda: Performance Evaluation – City Manager
Measure T1 Phase 2 – Public Meeting – District 5/6, 6:30 – 8:30 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/MeasureT1Events/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/93056814145
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 930 5681 4145
Zoning Adjustment Board, 7 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/97342371230
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 973 4237 1230
2. on consent - 1920 Vine – increase building height to add 350 sq ft 3rd floor addition, construct rear decks, modify side windows, remove accessory structure and replace with 3 car garage,
3. on consent – 1510 Walnut Units A-F – establish pet store use including grooming in existing retail space in commercial district,
4. action staff advise dismiss appeal – 2221 Carleton – expand existing 1,128 sq ft 1-story single-family dwelling on 4500 sq ft non-conforming parcel, raise existing building, add new ground floor and extension 849 sq ft ADU, increase height to 28’ 1” add 5th bedroom excluding ADU, move structure 2’ north to conform to required front yard setback of 20’
Quit Smoking Class Session 1 of 8 – 6 – 8 pm (free)
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=16969
Pre-register: https://www.surveyanalytics.com/t/AI0IRZOlYH
Friday, October 9, 2020
City offices closed
Saturday, October 10, 2020
Berkeley Neighborhood Council Mayor Forum
Videoconference: https://cccconfer.zoom.us/j/97241233902
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 or 1-253-215-8782 Meeting ID: 972 4123 3902
Sunday, October 11, 2020
No City meetings or events found
October 13, 6 pm Regular City Council meeting available for comment.
Email: Council@CityofBerkeley.info
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
City Council Agenda for October 13, 6 pm, CONSENT: 1. Extend grace period for Fair Chance housing to Jan 1, 2021, 2. Healthy Checkout Ordinance 2nd reading, 3. Bid solicitations $325,000, 4. Revenue Contract »$6 million Dept of Health Care Services, 5. Lease Agreement 225 University – Qasemi Abdul Moqim dba Berkeley Sportsman Center, 6. Measure T1 Phase 1 Project List Additions, 7. Resumption of fees at Oregon Senior Apartments, 8. Revenue Grant FY 2020-2021 $51,000 Alcohol Beverage Control, 9. Amend Contract add $230,000 (T1) total $5,616,293 renovation 2640 MLK Way Adult Mental Health Services, 10. Contract award First Carbon Solutions for CEQA compliance for Solid Waste & Recycling Transfer Station Replacement Project, 11. a.&b. Compiling Homeless Commission Recommendations in a Reference Manual, 12. Authorize installation of Security Cameras at the Marina, 13. Oppose Proposition 22 which exempts Lyft, Uber, DoorDash have invested $181 million to be exempt from providing employee benefits, 14. Amend Council Rules of Procedures so that Council submitted items be placed directly on the agenda to allow the whole Council to review and take action on the submitted item to ensure equity in the process, 15. Support Proposition 16 removes ban on affirmative action, 16. Step Up Housing Allocation of Measure P Funds to lease and operate at 1367 University, 17. Removal of Traffic Bollards at intersection of Fairview and California, 18. Enforce Bi-weekly (once every 2 weeks) residential cleaning measures to address encampments and promote clean streets, Presentation: 19. 2019 Crime Report and 5 Year Use of Force Report, Public Hearing: 20. Bond 1717 University rental housing development, 21. ZAB appeal 1346 Ordway, ACTION: 22. Support for Community Refrigerators (cost) $8000, 23. Request Congress to introduce “the Breathe Act,” 24. Proposed Navigable Cities Framework – access for People with Disabilities in Berkeley (expect to be rescheduled to October 20), INFORMATION: LPC Annual Report to Council
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
1346 Ordway, 10/13/2020
0 (245) San Pablo - TBD
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits With End of Appeal Period
1850 Arch 10/13/2020
1862 Arch 10/13/2020
1528 Berkeley Way 10/6/2020
6029 Chabolyn 10/20/2020
1217 Hopkins 10/12/2020
2800 MLK Jr Way 10/8/2020
2526 Mathews 10/6/2020
1224 Queens 10/6/2020
1526 Sixth 10/12/2020
2412 Woolsey 10/7/2020
LPC NOD 2277 Shattuck, 1915 Berryman, 2328 Channing,
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSESSIONS
Oct 13 - Ohlone History 5 pm
Oct 20 – Navigable Cities, UC Long Range Development Plan
Jan 12 – Update Zero Waste Priorities, Undergrounding Task Force Update
Feb 16 - BMASP/Berkeley Pier-WETA Ferry
March 16 – date open for scheduling
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Update Berkeley’s 2020 Vision
Cannabis Health Considerations
Berkeley Police Department Hiring Practices (referred by Public Safety Committee)
Systems Realignment
Digital Strategic Plan/FUND$ Replacement Website Update,
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