City Council Regular Meeting eAgenda January 20, 2026

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REVISED AGENDA

(REVISED TO ADD A TELECONFERENCE LOCATION)

BERKELEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING

Tuesday, January 20, 2026
6:00 PM

SCHOOL DISTRICT BOARD ROOM - 1231 ADDISON STREET, BERKELEY, CA 94702

TELECONFERENCE LOCATION - 1027 BANCROFT WAY, APT D, BERKELEY, CA 94710

Adena Ishii, Mayor

Councilmembers:

District 1 – Rashi Kesarwani

District 2 – Terry Taplin

District 3 – Ben Bartlett

District 4 – Igor Tregub

District 5 – Shoshana O’Keefe

District 6 – Brent Blackaby

District 7 – Cecilia Lunaparra

District 8 – Mark Humbert

This meeting will be conducted in a hybrid model with both in-person and virtual attendance. Attend this meeting remotely using Zoom. To request to speak, use the “raise hand” function in Zoom. To join by phone: Dial 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free) and enter Meeting ID: 161 670 2758. To provide public comment, Press *9 and wait to be recognized by the Chair. To submit a written communication for the public record, email council@berkeleyca.gov.

Live captioned broadcasts of Council meetings are available on B-TV (Channel 33) and via internet video stream. All Council meetings are recorded.

This meeting will be conducted in accordance with the Brown Act, Government Code Section 54953. Any member of the public may attend this meeting, however, if you are feeling sick, please do not attend the meeting in person. The City Council may take action related to any subject listed on the Agenda.

Pursuant to the City Council Rules of Procedure and State Law, the presiding officer may remove, or cause the removal of, an individual for disrupting the meeting. Prior to removing an individual, the presiding officer shall warn the individual that their behavior is disrupting the meeting and that their failure to cease their behavior may result in their removal. The presiding officer may then remove the individual if they do not promptly cease their disruptive behavior. “Disrupting” means engaging in behavior during a meeting of a legislative body that actually disrupts, disturbs, impedes, or renders infeasible the orderly conduct of the meeting and includes, but is not limited to, a failure to comply with reasonable and lawful regulations adopted by a legislative body, or engaging in behavior that constitutes use of force or a true threat of force.

Government Code Section 84308 (Levine Act) - Parties to a proceeding involving a license, permit, or other entitlement for use are required to disclose if they made contributions over $500 within the prior 12 months to any City employee or officer. Parties and participants with a financial interest are prohibited from making more than $500 in contributions to a decisionmaker for the 12 months after the final decision is rendered on the proceeding. The above contribution disclosures and restrictions do not apply when the proceeding is competitively bid, or involves a personnel or labor contract. For more information, see Government Code Section 84308.

Preliminary Matters

Roll Call:

Land Acknowledgement Statement: The City of Berkeley recognizes that the community we live in was built on the territory of xučyun (Huchiun (Hooch-yoon)), the ancestral and unceded land of the Chochenyo (Cho-chen-yo)-speaking Ohlone (Oh-low-nee) people, the ancestors and descendants of the sovereign Verona Band of Alameda County. This land was and continues to be of great importance to all of the Ohlone Tribes and descendants of the Verona Band. As we begin our meeting tonight, we acknowledge and honor the original inhabitants of Berkeley, the documented 5,000-year history of a vibrant community at the West Berkeley Shellmound, and the Ohlone people who continue to reside in the East Bay. We recognize that Berkeley’s residents have and continue to benefit from the use and occupation of this unceded stolen land since the City of Berkeley’s incorporation in 1878. As stewards of the laws regulating the City of Berkeley, it is not only vital that we recognize the history of this land, but also recognize that the Ohlone people are present members of Berkeley and other East Bay communities today. The City of Berkeley will continue to build relationships with the Lisjan Tribe and to create meaningful actions that uphold the intention of this land acknowledgement.

Ceremonial Matters: In addition to those items listed on the agenda, the Mayor may add additional ceremonial matters.

City Manager Comments: The City Manager may make announcements or provide information to the City Council in the form of an oral report. The Council will not take action on such items but may request the City Manager place a report on a future agenda for discussion.

Public Comment on Non-Agenda Matters: Up to ten persons will be selected to address matters not on the Council agenda. If five or fewer persons are identified to provide non-agenda comment, each person selected will be allotted two minutes each. If more than five persons are selected to address matters not on the Council agenda, each person selected will be allotted one minute each.

In-person attendees wishing to address the Council on matters not on the Council agenda during the initial ten-minute period for such comment, must submit a speaker card to the City Clerk in person at the meeting location and prior to the moment that the Presiding Officer calls for public comment on non-agenda items. Remote attendees must raise their hand in the videoconference application when the Presiding Officer calls for non-agenda speakers. The first five raised hands on the videoconference application will be selected to speak and the first five cards drawn at the meeting will be selected to speak. The number of in-person and remote speakers selected may be adjusted by the Presiding Officer if fewer than five speakers from either format are identified.

The remainder of the speakers wishing to address the Council on non-agenda items will be heard at the end of the agenda.

Public Comment by Employee Unions (first regular meeting of the month): This period of public comment is reserved for officially designated representatives of City of Berkeley employee unions, with five minutes allocated per union if representatives of three or fewer unions wish to speak and up to three minutes per union if representatives of four or more unions wish to speak.

Consent Calendar

-The Council will first determine whether to move items on the agenda for “Action” or “Information” to the “Consent Calendar”, or move “Consent Calendar” items to “Action.” Three members of the City Council must agree to pull an item from the Consent Calendar or Information Calendar for it to move to Action. Items that remain on the “Consent Calendar” are voted on in one motion as a group. “Information” items are not discussed or acted upon at the Council meeting unless they are moved to “Action” or “Consent”.

No additional items can be moved onto the Consent Calendar once public comment has commenced. At any time during, or immediately after, public comment on Information and Consent items, any Councilmember may move any Information or Consent item to “Action.” Following this, the Council will vote on the items remaining on the Consent Calendar in one motion.

For items moved to the Action Calendar from the Consent Calendar or Information Calendar, persons who spoke on the item during the Consent Calendar public comment period may speak again at the time the matter is taken up during the Action Calendar.

Public Comment on Consent Calendar and Information Items Only: The Council will take public comment on any items that are either on the amended Consent Calendar or the Information Calendar. If ten or fewer persons are interested in speaking on an individual agenda item, each speaker may speak for two minutes. If there are more than ten persons interested in speaking, the Presiding Officer may limit the public comment for all speakers to one minute per speaker. Speakers are permitted to yield their time to one other speaker, however no one speaker shall have more than four minutes. The Presiding Officer may, with the consent of persons representing both sides of an issue, allocate a block of time to each side to present their issue. A speaker may only speak once during the period for public comment on Consent Calendar and Information items.

Additional information regarding public comment by City of Berkeley employees and interns: Employees and interns of the City of Berkeley, although not required, are encouraged to identify themselves as such, the department in which they work and state whether they are speaking as an individual or in their official capacity when addressing the Council in open session or workshops.

Recess Items

1.-Contract No. 32100053 Amendment: Orsolya Kuti, DVM to Provide On-site Veterinary Services for Berkeley Animal Care Services
From: City Manager
Recommendation: Adopt a Resolution ratifying the action taken by the City Manager during recess to amend Contract No. 32100053 with Orsolya Kuti for on-site veterinary services for Berkeley Animal Care Services (BACS), increasing the contract amount by $45,000 for a new total not to exceed amount of $273,000, and extending the contract term to June 30, 2028.
Financial Implications: See report
Contact: Peter Radu, City Manager's Office, (510) 981-7000

2.-Ratification of City Manager Action to Execute a Contract with Lake Research Partners for Community Survey Services in Support of Potential November 2026 Ballot Measures
From: City Manager
Recommendation: Adopt a Resolution ratifying the action taken by the City Manager during Council recess to execute a contract in an amount not to exceed $100,000 with Lake Research Partners to develop and administer up to two community surveys of registered Berkeley voters in support of potential ballot measures for the November 3, 2026, General Municipal Election, with a contract term of January 5, 2026, through December 31, 2026.
Financial Implications: See report
Contact: Carianna Arredondo, City Manager's Office, (510) 981-7000

3.-Ratification of City Manager Action to Accept a Grant from Americans for the Arts (AFTA) for $20,000 to Support the “Arts Programs” Grants Category
From: City Manager
Recommendation: Adopt a Resolution ratifying the action taken by the City Manager to accept a grant from the Americans for the Arts (AFTA) National Arts Relief fund during recess to receive $20,000 for the Civic Arts grants program, and to execute any resulting grant agreements and any amendments.
Financial Implications: See report
Contact: Carianna Arredondo, City Manager's Office, (510) 981-7000

4.-Revenue Agreement: Alameda Alliance for Health Provider Recruitment Initiative
From: City Manager
Recommendation: Adopt a Resolution ratifying the action taken by the City Manager during recess to accept a grant award, and execute any resultant agreements and amendments, in the amount of $20,000 for Fiscal Year 2026, from the Alameda Alliance for Health Provider Recruitment Initiative to support the development of the City of Berkeley’s Health, Housing, and Community Services Department’s Community Health Worker (CHW) Program.
Financial Implications: See report
Contact: Scott Gilman, Health, Housing, and Community Services, (510) 981-5100

5.-Contract No. 32500142 Amendment: Azul Works, Inc. for the Ohlone Park Restroom and Lighting Project
From: City Manager
Recommendation: Adopt a Resolution ratifying the action taken by the City Manager during the City Council recess to execute an amendment to Contract No. 32500142 with Azul Works Inc. for the Ohlone Park Restroom and Lighting Project, increasing the contract amount by $39,000, for a total amended amount not to exceed $921,278.
Financial Implications: Measure T1 Fund - $921,278
Contact: Scott Ferris, Parks, Recreation and Waterfront, (510) 981-6700

6.-Contract No. 32600020 Amendment: Throne Lab Portable Toilet Pilot Program
From: City Manager
Recommendation: Adopt a Resolution ratifying the action taken by the City Manager during recess to execute an amendment to contract 32600020 with Throne Lab, Inc. to extend the pilot program by four months with one portable toilet unit for a total not to exceed contract amount of $130,000.
Financial Implications: Various Funds - $130,000
Contact: Scott Ferris, Parks, Recreation and Waterfront, (510) 981-6700

7.-Contract: Bauman Landscape and Construction, Inc. for Adeline Street Landscaping Improvements Project
From: City Manager
Recommendation: Adopt a Resolution ratifying the action taken by the City Manager during recess: 1. Approving the plans and specifications for the Adeline Street Landscaping Improvements Project; and 2. Accepting the bid of the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, Bauman Landscape and Construction Inc.; and 3. Authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract and any amendments, extensions or other change orders until completion of the project in accordance with the approved plans and specifications, with Bauman Landscape and Construction Inc. for the Adeline Street Landscaping Improvements Project, in an amount not to exceed $357,000 which includes a contract amount of $297,500, and a 20% contingency in the amount of $59,500.
Financial Implications: Various Funds - $357,000
Contact: Scott Ferris, Parks, Recreation and Waterfront, (510) 981-6700

8.-Amendments to Title 23 (Zoning) to Allow the Retail Sale of Alcohol in the Telegraph Avenue Commercial (C-T) Zoning District
From: City Manager
Recommendation: Adopt the second reading of Ordinance No. 7,996-N.S. amending the BMC Title 23 Section 23.204.020 to allow the retail sale of alcohol in the Telegraph Avenue Commercial (C-T) zoning district.

First Reading Vote: All Ayes.
Financial Implications: See report
Contact: Jordan Klein, Planning and Development, (510) 981-7400

9.-Amend Berkeley Municipal Code Chapter 14.68 – Bicycle Registration and Licensing
From: City Manager
Recommendation: Adopt first reading of an Ordinance repealing Berkeley Municipal Code (BMC) Chapter 14.68, Sections 14.68.020–100 (bicycle licensing and registration), Article II (bicycle establishment permits and dealer reporting), and Article III (general licensing regulations), while retaining definitions (§14.68.010) and operating provisions (§14.68.110–200, including sidewalk restrictions).
Financial Implications: Staff time
Contact: Carianna Arredondo, City Manager's Office, (510) 981-7000

10.-Amend Berkeley Municipal Code Section 14.40.100 – Disability Parking Standards and Accommodations
From: City Manager
Recommendation: Adopt first reading of an Ordinance amending Berkeley Municipal Code (“BMC”) Section 14.40.100 to align the City’s disability parking provisions with the Americans with Disabilities Act and California Vehicle Code § 295.5; clarify that exempt parking privileges apply when a qualifying disabled individual is either the driver or a passenger; and eliminate duplicative local sticker and identification card requirements by deferring to the California Department of Motor Vehicles (“DMV”) for issuance and administration of disability placards and license plates.
Financial Implications: See report
Contact: Carianna Arredondo, City Manager's Office, (510) 981-7000

11.-Formal Bid Solicitations and Request for Proposals Scheduled for Possible Issuance After Council Approval on January 20, 2026
From: City Manager
Recommendation: Approve the request for proposals or invitation for bids that will be, or are planned to be, issued upon final approval by the requesting department or division. All contracts over the City Manager’s threshold will be returned to Council for final approval.
Financial Implications: See report
Contact: Henry Oyekanmi, Finance, (510) 981-7300

12.-1740 San Pablo Ownership Transfer
From: City Manager
Recommendation: Adopt a Resolution: 1. Approving the transfer of the general partner for 1740 San Pablo, LP from an affiliate of BRIDGE Housing Corporation to Resources for Community Development or their affiliate; and 2. Extending the project’s existing $4,496,669 reservation of Measure U1 general funds for 24 months; and 3. Authorizing the City Manager or designee to execute all original or amended documents to effectuate this action.
Financial Implications: See report
Contact: Scott Gilman, Health, Housing, and Community Services, (510) 981-5100

13.-Request for Proposals for Capacity Building for Emerging Nonprofit Affordable Housing Developers
From: City Manager
Recommendation: Adopt a Resolution authorizing a Request for Proposals (RFP) for $400,000 ($200,000 per year for Fiscal Years 2027 and 2028) to support capacity building for emerging nonprofit affordable housing developers.
Financial Implications: See report
Contact: Scott Gilman, Health, Housing, and Community Services, (510) 981-5100

14.-Acceptance of Fiscal Year 2026 Donations from Meals on Wheels of Alameda County (MOWAC) for the Berkeley Meals on Wheels Program
From: City Manager
Recommendation: Adopt a Resolution accepting donations in an amount estimated to be up to $225,000 for the Berkeley Meals on Wheels Program from the Meals on Wheels of Alameda County (MOWAC) agency, for Fiscal Year 2026 (FY2026).
Financial Implications: See report
Contact: Scott Gilman, Health, Housing, and Community Services, (510) 981-5100

15.-Reestablish and Revise Job Class Specification and Pay Scale – Animal Services Supervisor (formerly Animal Services Operations Supervisor)
From: City Manager
Recommendation: Adopt a Resolution to reestablish and revise the job class specification and pay scale of Animal Services Supervisor (formerly Animal Services Operations Supervisor) with an hourly pay scale of $48.4266 to $53.3904 distributed across three steps.
Financial Implications: See report
Contact: Janelle Rodrigues, Human Resources, (510) 981-6800

16.-Contract: Clariti Cloud Inc. for a Comprehensive Permit Management System, RFP Specification No. 24-11661-C
From: City Manager
Recommendation: Adopt a Resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract and any amendments with Clariti Cloud, Inc. for the implementation of the Permit Software Procurement (PSP) Project—including software licensing, implementation services, integrations, data migration, training, hosting, and five years of support and maintenance—in an amount not to exceed $5,359,128.
Financial Implications: See report
Contact: Jordan Klein, Planning and Development, (510) 981-7400

Council Consent Items

17.-Caminos al Éxito: Relinquishment of Council Office Budget Funds to General Fund and Grant of Such Fund
From: Mayor Ishii (Author), Councilmember Lunaparra (Co-Sponsor), Councilmember Tregub (Co-Sponsor)
Recommendation: Adopt a Resolution approving the expenditure of an amount not to exceed $500 per Councilmember including $250 from Mayor Ishii, $250 from Councilmember Lunaparra, and $150 from Councilmember Tregub, to the Multicultural Institute for Caminos al Éxito with funds relinquished to the City’s general fund for this purpose from the discretionary Council Office Budgets of Mayor Ishii and any other Councilmembers who would like to contribute.
Financial Implications: See report
Contact: Adena Ishii, Mayor, (510) 981-7100

18.-Refer to the City Manager the Development of Comprehensive Transportation Design Standards
From: Mayor Ishii (Author), Councilmember Lunaparra (Co-Sponsor), Councilmember Taplin (Co-Sponsor), Councilmember Kesarwani (Co-Sponsor)
Recommendation: Refer to the City Manager the development of comprehensive Transportation Design Standards to enhance safety for all transportation modes, including walking, biking, and transit. Current plans, such as Vision Zero Action Plan, the Berkeley Bike Plan, the Pedestrian Plan, the Berkeley Transit-First Policy Implementation Plan, and the 5-Year Paving Plan should guide an integrated, cross-departmental approach to developing the Standards. The three-to-five-year process should be incorporated into the Fiscal Year 2027 budget process, the five-year Capital Improvement Plan, and the Measure FF Safe Streets planning.
Financial Implications: See report
Contact: Adena Ishii, Mayor, (510) 981-7100

19.-Referral to the City Manager to Allow Tiny Homes on Wheels as Permissible Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs)
From: Councilmember Kesarwani (Author), Councilmember Tregub (Co-Sponsor), Councilmember Humbert (Co-Sponsor)
Recommendation: Refer to the City Manager to create a permitting process to allow a Tiny Home on Wheels as a legal Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU). Tiny homes on wheels are generally considered to be detached dwellings less than 400 square feet in floor area, providing independent living quarters, including basic functional areas for cooking, sleeping, toileting, and bathing. They can retain their wheels and rest on pads instead of a foundation, and are connected to water, electric, and sewer utilities through RV-style hookups.
The referral should: -Amend Berkeley Municipal Code Chapter 23.306, Accessory Dwelling Units, to incorporate tiny homes on wheels as an allowable type of ADU;
-Facilitate coordination among City Departments, such as Planning (Land Use and Building and Safety) and Fire to establish a clear set of guidelines, including code requirements and standards for installation; and -Create online resources for homeowners, including a full list of requirements related to fire, safety, and installation as well as potentially pre-approved prefabricated tiny homes on wheels.
Financial Implications: Staff time
Contact: Rashi Kesarwani, Councilmember, District 1, (510) 981-7110

20.-City Council Employee Recognition Program
From: Councilmember Blackaby (Author), Mayor Ishii (Co-Sponsor), Councilmember Lunaparra (Co-Sponsor), Councilmember Kesarwani (Co-Sponsor)
Recommendation: Adopt a Resolution to institute a City Council led Employee Recognition Program.
Financial Implications: None
Contact: Brent Blackaby, Councilmember, District 6, (510) 981-7160

Action Calendar

-The public may comment on each item listed on the agenda for action. For items moved to the Action Calendar from the Consent Calendar or Information Calendar, persons who spoke on the item during the Consent Calendar public comment period may speak again during the Action Calendar public comment period on the item

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Action items may be reordered at the discretion of the Chair with the consent of Council.

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21.-Amendments to Title 21 (Subdivisions) to Allow Separate Sale of ADUs (Continued from December 2, 2025) (Item Contains Revised Material)
Presentation (Supp 3)
From: City Manager
Recommendation: Conduct a public hearing, and upon conclusion, adopt the first reading of an Ordinance to amend Berkeley Municipal Code Title 21 (Subdivisions Ordinance) and Chapter 23.306 Accessory Dwelling Units to implement Assembly Bill (AB) 1033 by establishing local regulations for the separate sale of ADUs as condominiums.
Financial Implications: None
Contact: Jordan Klein, Planning and Development, (510) 981-7400

22.-Fees: Public Health Vital Statistics Vital Records
From: City Manager
Recommendation: Conduct a public hearing and upon conclusion, adopt a Resolution establishing a new fee schedule for Vital Records with a $2.00 increase in the fee for birth, death, and fetal death certificates to comply with Assembly Bill (AB) 64 and Health & Safety (H&S) Code 103625(f)., effective February 1, 2026.
Financial Implications: See report
Contact: Scott Gilman, Health, Housing, and Community Services, (510) 981-5100

23.-Changes to Selected Recreation and Camps Facilities and Program Fees
From: City Manager
Recommendation: Conduct a public hearing and upon conclusion, adopt a Resolution approving new fees and increasing current fees for select recreation programs and facility rentals; and rescinding Resolution No. 71,833-N.S. and all amendatory resolutions.
Financial Implications: See report
Contact: Scott Ferris, Parks, Recreation and Waterfront, (510) 981-6700

24.-Amendments to Title 23 (Zoning) to permit by-right approval of qualifying housing projects on sites identified in previous Housing Elements, and revisions related to Design Review
Presentation (Supp 3)
From: City Manager
Recommendation: Conduct a public hearing, and upon conclusion, adopt a first reading of an ordinance amending Title 23 (Zoning) to permit by-right approval of qualifying housing projects on sites identified in previous Housing Elements, and revisions related to Design Review for such projects and for residential projects in the Multi-Use Residential (MU-R) zoning district.
Financial Implications: See report
Contact: Jordan Klein, Planning and Development, (510) 981-7400

Information Reports

25.-Small Sites Program Update
From: City Manager
Contact: Scott Gilman, Health, Housing, and Community Services, (510) 981-5100

26.-Landmark Preservation Ordinance Notice of Decision: 1929 Martin Luther King Jr. Way/#LMIN2025-0002
From: City Manager
Contact: Jordan Klein, Planning and Development, (510) 981-7400

27.-Surveillance Technology Ordinance Report Update
From: City Manager
Contact: Jennifer Louis, Police, (510) 981-5900

Public Comment – Items Not Listed on the Agenda

Adjournment

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I hereby certify that the agenda for this meeting of the Berkeley City Council was posted at the display case located near the walkway in front of the Maudelle Shirek Building, 2134 Martin Luther King Jr. Way, as well as on the City’s website, on January 8, 2026.

Mark Numainville, City Clerk

Communications

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Item #21: Amendments to Title 21 (Subdivisions) to Allow Separate Sale of ADUs (Continued from December 2, 2025) (Item Contains Revised Material)

Celeste Goyer
BUSD Cell Phone Policy
Lori Droste
Jennifer Shanoski
Carrie Gray
Enika Ford Morthel (4)
5 Similarly worded form letters “As a parent in BUSD…”
Housing
Margot Smith
Heike Helmer
Transportation for Elders
Sheila Goldmacher
Third Spaces in Berkeley
James Bowden
TBS Today
Cac4gente
The Nudge
Idea Maker
Long-Term Vacant Housing
Richard Pardue
Bancroft and Fulton
David Lerman
Food Pantry
Carol David
Zeph Landau
Street Parking
Todd Andrew
Rischa Cole
Upzoning
Wini Williams
Margot Smith
Barbara Gilbert
Robin Kibby
Vivian_Dempsey
Holiday Wishes
Eids TV and Electronics
Falun Gong Practitioners
2025 Cannabis Policy Scorecard
Alisa A. Padon on behalf of Getting It Right from the Start
Derby and MLK
Ashley Boyd
Measure BB
Matt Wickland
Investigation Inquiry
Christian Bogado Marsa
Oakland ALPRs
Blair Bleekman
Ohlone Greenway Project
Clifford Fred
East Lot Ashby BART Station
Lynn B. Cooper (2)
Linda Franklin
Pedestrian Safety
Shirley Kirsten
Thijmen de Jong
Sandra Sanchez
Zora Kitwana Whitfield
New Year’s Greeting Recording
David Lam on behalf of Epoch Times
Main Library Display Window
Reginald Gilder
Oakland Annual General Plan Update
Ms. Fowles
Car-Free Telegraph
Brandon Yung
Dance Hall Idea
Nancy Joachim (2)
Visit Berkeley’s Vision
Margot Smith
Haste Street
Alfred Twu
West Berkeley Amtrak
A. Linck
Housing Shaking Concern
Edward
Follow Up
Stephen Alpert (3)
Middle Housing
Stephen Alpert (4)
Solano Ave
Judith Bebelaar
Holly M. Smith
Bianca Zahrai
Safe Streets
Christopher LeBoa
Sidewalk Power Wash
Nancy Joachim
Housing Concern
Hector91 Phuentes (5)
Cath Tumulak
Housing Occupancy Data
Gregory Kalkanis
Berkeley Taxation
Barbara Gilbert
Berkeley Marina
Elizabeth Kowal and Constantine Philipides
Joan MacQuarrie
Petition for Max
Jeff
Holiday Give Away
Snuggly Bear
Fire Dept. Reviews
Betsy Kopmar
Susanne Huttner
Public Health Resources Request for Crossroads
Carol Denney
Portable Bathroom
Erwan Illian
Outbreak Concern
Paw Fund
Berkeley’s Harrison Corridor
Marianne Riddle
Appeal
Laura Watson on behalf of Andrea Matsuoka and Jolene Kramer
High Rise Buildings
Anneherrick
Flock Cameras
Charlene M. Woodcock
Mimi Main
Jeremiah Maller
Ethan G.
Surveillance
Alan Ramo
Home Affordability
Joan
Santa Monica Police and Berkeley
Senor Gmail
Accountability Report
RichardGB Hylton
Stop Signs at Traffic Circles
John Rice
Permit Corrections
J Nicolis
23 Story Building on University
Leanne Hinton
Report
Gael Alcock
BMR Processing Team
Hekmatullah Ahadi
Bill Error
Peter Y. Sussman
Play Slots at Cedar Rose
Carmen Padron
HOPS Healthy Checkout Report 2025
Monique Blodgett
Plan Bay Area 2050+
Susan Kirsch
Rights of Urban Animals
Cybersailor
Rezoning
Mara Melandry
Cedar and Milvia
Nicole Haller-Wilson
Moe’s Books and Holiday Faire
Doris Moskowitz
Trades Under the Bus
John J. Parman
CALGreen Code Amendments
Emma Martinez
Sidewalk Repair
Nancy Joachim
Delivery Notification
Jonnyruel
URL’s
John J. Parman (2)
Russbumper (5)
Doris Nassiry
Newsletters
Berkeley Art Center (3)
Downtown Berkeley Association
Forwards
Russbumper (7)
Crustyrusty
Middle East Conflict
Aviva Lichentenstein
Anatole Besman
Elementary Reading Program
Lorraine Meehan
Miscellaneous
Chester Allen Arthur Williams
E-Scooters
Robert Borghese (6)
Carson Lepre (8)
Wahid Amiri
Corridor Upzoning
Linda Klein
Hawley Holmes
Lynn Cooper
Laurel Coates (2)
April Gilbert (10)
6 Similarly worded form letters “We applaud…”
22 Similarly worded form letters “We are writing…”

Supplemental Communications and Reports
Items received by the deadlines for submission will be compiled and distributed as follows. If no items are received by the deadline, no supplemental packet will be compiled for said deadline.

Supplemental Communications and Reports 1
Available by 5:00 p.m. five days prior to the meeting.
Supplemental Communications and Reports 2
Available by 5:00 p.m. the day before the meeting.
Supplemental Communications and Reports 3
Available by 5:00 p.m. two days following the meeting.