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At a community meeting May 31, join the discussion and be informed about Berkeley’s new Specialized Care Unit, a mental health and substance abuse crisis response team with no law enforcement involvement.

Tenants suffering pandemic-related hardships who are unable to pay rent in May, June, July or August 2023, may defer their rent obligations from May until September 1. Use resources to ask questions of Rent Board or apply for grants to cover shortfall.

Living spaces above garages typically do not withstand earthquake shaking. State funded grants can cover up to 75 percent of the cost to retrofit yours. Complete a simple online form by May 31, 2023 to be considered.