Members of the City Council and Berkeley Housing Authority working collaboratively on issues of mutual concern.

To enhance the quality of life for people 55 years and older in Berkeley, and to increase public awareness of their contributions and needs by actively promoting their health, safety, independence and participation in our community.

Seeks to improve the conditions of all women and advocates to the City Council on policies affecting women.

Advises the City Council on matters pertaining to achieving health equity in Berkeley. Appointments shall honor this mission by appointing members who have a deep understanding of the social determinants of health equity, through lived experience and/or through professional expertise.

Advises the Council on the expenditure of revenues derived from the levy of assessments, on the classification of businesses and on the method and basis of levying the assessments.  All nine members of the Advisory Board shall be owners or designated representatives of businesses that pay assessments in the District.

Ensures that monies received or spent in municipal campaigns are fully disclosed in accordance with the Berkeley Elections Reform Act. Members shall be registered to vote; and shall not hold or seek office, be an officer of a political organization, contribute in any way to Berkeley election campaign; and shall be impartial toward any person who is subject to a commission investigation.

Monitors and assists in the City's progress in implementing needed homeless services and facilities.

Makes recommendations on how and to what extent the City should establish and/or fund programs to end or prevent homelessness in Berkeley and provide humane services and support. 

Advises Council on housing matters; advises Council on Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and Emergency Shelter Grant (ESG) programs and funding allocations; hears and determines matters regarding the abatement of substandard and deficient buildings; serves as an appeals board for tenants and property owners regarding relocation and correction of code violations; advises Council on Housing…

Advises Council on the expenditure of revenues derived from the levy of assessments, on the classification of businesses, and on the method and basis of levying the assessments.  All nine members of the advisory board are owners or designated representatives of businesses that pay assessments in the Solano Avenue Business Improvement District.