Events
The Berkeley Activist's Calendar, March 21-28
Worth Noting:
The week ahead is no ordinary week and there are meetings that need your attention and comment.
Monday the Agenda and Rules Committee meets at 2:30 pm with two agenda items both which are explained below,
Tuesday at the City Council meeting starting at 6 pm. Item 17 under action is about the Joint Subcommittee on Objective Standards for Implementation of State Housing Law which was formed and met, but was unable to reach agreement leaving work unfinished and includes request for $200,000 for consultant.
Thursday at 6 pm is a special City Council meeting with two competing items on the agenda regarding how to approach adding housing. My vote is item 2. Item 2 on the agenda from authors Hahn, & Harrison co-sponsor Bartlett. Item 2 explains Regional Housing Needs Allocation and defines a public process. The other item is an attempt to cover for the problematic quadplex zoning that resulted in the initiation of two Open Government Commission complaints. https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/
If you have a meeting you would like included in the summary of meetings, please send a notice to kellyhammargren@gmail.com by noon on the Friday of the preceding week. A weekly review of what happened in key city meetings is published late Sunday in http://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com
Under Activist’s Diary.
Sunday, March 21, 2021
No City meetings or events found
Monday, March 22, 2021
Agenda and Rules Committee at 2:30 pm,
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/Policy_Committee__Agenda___Rules.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87060954994
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 825 9794 1909
AGENDA: 1. Recommendations on Policy Committees and Legislative workflow during COVID-19 - Request CM to prepare resolution regarding meetings, Policy Committees (council) and Legislative Bodies, essentially shutting down Council Committees and Boards and Commissions to any new action until COVID-19 emergency is over, only time-sensitive, FY2022 budget and COVID-19 related action to continue, existing referrals in committee may continue, but implementation will be postponed, 2. Systems realignment proposal limits when (by April 30) and how “major” items may be submitted to Council for consideration (vote), A “major” item is anything that requires more staff, cannot be folded into existing resources, requires additional or new infrastructure or technology, subject to legal challenge, unable to sustain enforcement. Outlines a 5-step process (pages 9-21 in packet)
Ashby and North Berkeley BART CAG at 6 – 9 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/bartplanning/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/91768201174?pwd=NVhIMndERzdHZjhhMU1iaUJ5dHFSQT09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 917 6820 1174 Password: 350113
AGENDA: 3. Feedback on Draft Joint Vision and Priorities – affordable housing, land use, public and civic open space, building form, 4. Draft Zoning Presentation and Discussion,
Children, Youth and Recreation Commission at 7 pm
http://www.ci.berkeley.ca.us/Children_Youth_and_Recreation_Commission/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/91866429503
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 918 6642 9503
AGENDA: 9. FY General Fund overview, 10. PRW Capital Projects update, 11. Echo Lake Scholarship, 12. COVID related program changes,
Zero Waste Commission at 7 – 9 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Zero_Waste_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/s/82587046286
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 825 8704 6286
AGENDA: Discussion and Action Items 1. Current status of mixed non-bottle #1-7 plastics, 2. Textile recycling, 4. Review Zero Waste Declaration and consider recommendation to Council, 5. Covid impact on waste generation.
Homeless Services Panel of Experts at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/99722440245
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 997 2244 0245
AGENDA: 8. Discussion monies needed to sustain current programs, budget allocations, other funding sources, i.e. FEMA, 9. Allocation of Measure P funds for Emergency Medical Transport (5150), 10. Discussion of establishing a flex fund to address critical needs between budget cycles, 12. Unmet needs from Measure P Funding, 13. Other sources of funding for 1367 University, 14. Possible consolidations of Homeless Services Panel of Experts and Homeless Commission,
Tuesday, March 23, 2021
Solano Avenue BID at 10 am
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Solano_BID_Board.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86475480085
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 864 7548 0085
AGENDA: 4. Goals 2021, 5. Coordination & Communication as COVID restrictions continue
City Council Regular Meeting at 6 pm, (Email: council@cityofberkeley.info)
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82597941909
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 825 9794 1909
AGENDA: CONSENT: 1. Add $100,000 total $250,000 with AG Witt for COVID-19 Emergency Operations Cost Recovery Consultant, 2. Partnership with EBCE to Pursue Solar and Battery Energy Storage Systems on Municipal Facilities, 3. Add $250,000 total $1 million add 3 years to 6/30/25 with Serological Research Institute for DNA Testing Services, 4. FY2022 Street Lightening Assessments, 5. Add $150,000 total $250,000 extend to 6/30/2022 with Restoration Management Company for emergency services in the event of flooding, sewer backups or other property damage that requires restoration, 6. Appointment of boona cheema and Javonna Blanton to Mental Health Commission, 9. Proclamation Holocaust Remembrance Day, 8. 2021 Alameda County Redistricting Process – calling for resources for redistricting, 9. Establish a Parking Benefits District in the Adeline Corridor Budget Referral $50,000, 10. Honor Holocaust Remembrance Day, 11. Support AB 286: requires food delivery platforms to provide accurate transaction breakdowns, 12. Support AB 314: right to unionize and bargain for improved wages and working conditions, 13. Support AB 328: allows those with recent histories of incarceration to remain stably housed and exit homelessness through grants and housing services interventions, 14. Support AB 1400: Health Care for All, ACTION: 15. Updated BESO fees, 16. ZAB Appeal 1200 San Pablo, 17. Objective Standards for Density, Design and Shadows from Joint Subcommittee for the Implementation of State Housing Laws, 18. Partnership for the Bay’s Future and Current Anti-Displacement Initiatives (continued from 2/23/2021) 19. Children, Youth and Recreation Commission FY2021 Work Plan,
Wednesday, March 24, 2021
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board Security Deposits Rights and Responsibilities at 10 am
Webinar requires preregistration https://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board Outreach Committee at 5:30 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/95333214702?pwd=alhLTy9DR1FZdkd4aGV4Y2kwWDRKUT09
Teleconference: 1-699-900-6833 Meeting ID: 953 3321 4702 Passcode: 789996
AGENDA: 5. Landlord/Tenant Survey,
Energy Commission at 5 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Commissions/Commissions__Energy_Commission_Homepage.aspx
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/91282802031
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 912 8280 2031
AGENDA: 7. Vision Zero Update, 8. Discussion Dublin Opting default to EBCE 100% renewable
Civic Arts Commission at 6 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CivicArtsCommissionHomepage/
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86147520326
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 861 4752 0326
AGENDA: 7. Proposed changes by Michael Arcega for the San Pablo Park public art project
Disaster and Fire Safety Commission at 7 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/96816312434
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128 Meeting ID: 968 1631 2434
AGENDA: 3. Revision Automatic Gas Shut-off valves recommendation, 4. Amend local ADU zoning ordinance and Berkeley’s Fire Code, 6. Density ordinance (quadplexes) and Berkeley’s Fire Code, 9. MOU on Grizzly Peak (Fire Dept)
Police Review Commission at 7 – 10 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87070468124
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 870 7046 8124
AGENDA: 3. Public comment on agenda & non-agenda items, 8. Subcommittee reports and action, a. Warrant Service Policy, b. Outreach, c. Lexipol Policies, 9. Transition to Police Accountability, applications due March 29, 10. a. PRC involvement in hiring new Police Chief, b. Whether to participate in Use of Force (UOF) training, c. UOF implementation issues – Policy 300
Thursday, March 25, 2021
City Council Budget & Finance Committee, 10 am
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/Home/Policy_Committee__Budget___Finance.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82520331601
Teleconference: 1-699-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 825 2033 1601
AGENDA: 2. Potential Measure P allocations FY2022, 3. Police Overtime Update, 4. Pre-development allocation – Ashby Recreation and Community Housing (ARCH) Consortium to work with staff to develop planning grant for Ashby BART East Parking lot.
City Council Special Meeting, 6 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82133233284
Teleconference: 1-699-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID: 821 3323 3284
AGENDA: 1. Initiation of Public Process and Zoning Concepts for 2023-2031 Housing Element, authors Droste, Arreguin, Kesarwani, Taplin, (quadplex zoning-slipped in pages 2, 9) 2. Initiation of Participatory Planning for Berkeley’s Regional Housing Needs Allocation (RHNA) (defines comprehensive planning process – well done) authors Hahn, Harrison, co-sponsor Bartlett
Cedar Rose Pickleball Courts Community Forum at 6:30 – 8 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/CalendarEventMain.aspx?calendarEventID=17296
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/93324353996
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 933 2435 3996
Zoning Adjustment Board at 7 pm
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/zoningadjustmentsboard/
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/97963794144
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 979 6379 4144
AGENDA: 2. 3031 Telegraph – demolish existing 2-story commercial, construct 6-story, mixed-use with 110 dwelling units (includes 7 very low income) 112 bicycle spaces, 29 vehicle spaces on ground level – staff recommend approve
3. 0 Cragmont (1158) - construct new single-family residence with attached 2-car garage on existing vacant parcel, continue off calendar
4. Presentation JSISHL Recommendations
Mental Health Commission at 7 – 9 pm
Videoconference: https://zoom.us/j/96361748103
Teleconference: 1-699-900-9128 Meeting ID: 963 6174 8103
AGENDA: 3. Special Care Unit, 5. Data Collection Issues and Concerns, 8. Interview and vote on nomination of Monica Jones, 9. Recommendation for Jail Diversion Strategies, 10. Discussion of 1/2/2021 police shooting of Vincent Bryant video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w61QRRvC13g
Community for a Cultural Civic Center (CCCC) at 12 – 1:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88153954875?pwd=WGxqRndONmE1N0FCOTdMd2FBMHhhUT09
Friday, March 26, 2021 & Saturday, March 27, 2021 & Sunday, March 28, 2021
No City meetings or events found
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March 30 Regular City Council Meeting at 6 pm available for comment
email: council@cityofberkeley.info
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Clerk/City_Council/City_Council__Agenda_Index.aspx
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81872119058
Teleconference: 1-699-900-9128 or 1-877-853-5257 Meeting ID:
AGENDA CONSENT: 3.Police Accountability Board Ordinance amendment for member LOAs and council-approved alternative commissioner. 4. $24,063 Contracts extended to 6/30/2021 for Center For Independent Living, Pacific Center, & YEAH, 5. Amend Contract add $30,714 total $878,142 with Covenant House – YEAH, Mental Health Services Act Fund, 6. Designate City Labor Negotiators 1/1/2021-12/31/2021, 7. Aide Letter Agreement: Public Employee Union, Local 1/AFSCME Council 57 authorizing 80 hours of additional emergency paid sick leave (EPSL), 8. Amend and extend ERMA to 12/30/2021 $80,000, 9. Contract add $120,000 total $2,154,769 with ESI for IBM hardware and software lease 6/2/2003-6/30/2022, 10. Amend contract add $147,991 total $402,961 and extend to 6/30/2024 with Tyler Technologies for Open Data Portal’s Hosting Services, 11. Contract add $235,000 total $852,200 and extend to 6/30/2023 with TruePoint Solutions for Accela Professional Services, 12. Contract add $68,440 and extend 6/30/2023 with Verint Systems for Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software Maintenance, 13. Contract add $76,906 total $141,906 to 6/30/2023 with NextRequest for Public Records Act (PRA) Response Software, 14. Contract add $25,000 total $100,014 extend 6/30/2022 with CBF Electric & Data for Wi-Fi Installation, 15. Contract add $200,000 total $249,500 extend 6/30/2023 with Gray Quarter, Inc. for Accela Professional Services, 16. P.O. $512,000 for Protiviti Government Services: Using GSA for Professional Services thru 6/20/2022, 17. Add $42,000 total $146,400 contingency $42,800 with Lind Marine to remove derelict and abandoned vessels from Berkeley Marina, 18. Utility Agreement $720,000 for sewer line for future fieldhouse restroom at Tom Bates Regional Sports Complex, 19. Add $70,000 total $295,400 and extend 12/31/2023 with Street Level Advisors for Development Fee Feasibility Analysis, 20. Budget Referral Police Foot/Bike Patrol in West Berkeley, Beats 11-16, 21. Budget Referral Stop signs at Dwight and California, 22. Letter to Google requesting inclusion of commercial truck routes on google maps platform, 23. Refer to Disability Commission Discussion on East Bay Paratransit and Transportation Needs of Berkeleyans with Disabilities, 24. Providing Unhoused with Fire Extinguishers Council Safety committee qualified positive recommendation to consider fire extinguishers and other fire prevention tools such as wool blankets, 25. Budget Referral New Project Coordinator to implement Electric Mobility Roadmap and Climate Initiatives, 26. Support AB 20 Corporate-Free Elections prohibits businesses from making campaign contributions to candidates for elective office, 27. Support AB 37 requiring vote-by-mail ballots to all voters for every election, 28. Support AB 854 Ellis Act Reform, ACTION: 29. Hearing Bond Financing for 2870 Adeline (Harriet Tubman Terrace Apt) 30. Ordinance permanently banning less lethal weaponry – Council Safety Committee forwarded with negative recommendation for Council to take no action, 31. Recognize the Rights of Nature qualified positive recommendation to place obligation on City not residents, Information Reports: 32. FY 2020 4th Quarter Investment report ending 6/30/2020, 33. FY 2021 1st Investment Report ended 9/30/2020, 34. Referral 2nd Dwelling Unit/ADU pilot program to house the homeless, 35. Report Worker’s Comp FY 2019-2020,
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Public Hearings Scheduled – Land Use Appeals
1200-1214 San Pablo (construct mixed-use building) 3/23/2021
2421 Fifth Street (construct two residential buildings) 6/1/2021
Notice of Decision (NOD) and Use Permits with End of Appeal Period
800 Dwight 3/30/2021
1030 Euclid 4/1/2021
1336 Gilman 3/30/2021
2102 San Pablo 4/1/2021
1122 University 3/23/2021
LINK to Current Zoning Applications https://www.cityofberkeley.info/Planning_and_Development/Land_Use_Division/Current_Zoning_Applications.aspx
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WORKSESSIONS
May 18 – (tentative) – 1. Bayer Development Agreement, 2. Affordable Housing Policy Reform
July 20 – nothing scheduled
September 21 – 1. Housing Element (RHNA)
Unscheduled Workshops/Presentations
Cannabis Health Considerations
Berkeley Police Department Hiring Practices (referred by Public Safety Committee)
Update Zero Waste Priorities
Civic Arts Grantmaking Process & Capital Grant Program
Systems Realignment
Measure FF and Fire Prevention
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
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