Establishes policy in the area of labor by preparing reports, developing information and referral services, observing and reviewing labor disputes, and promoting equal rights. Desirable criteria for appointment:  Membership in labor organizations, or to reflect affirmative action guidelines.

Advises the Council and the School Board on issues of peace and social justice.  Creates citizen awareness and develops educational programs. Total membership is fifteen.  Each Councilmember and School Director makes one appointment. 

Recommends to Council how and to what extent the City should establish and/or fund programs to reduce the consumption of sugar-sweetened beverages in Berkeley and to address the effects of such consumption. Each member of the Panel must:  1) have experience in community-based youth food and nutrition programs; or 2) have experience in school-based food and nutrition programs and be…

To advocate, nurture, and sustain arts and culture citywide, ensuring equity, democracy, and inclusion.Please use the meeting schedule to find dates for upcoming Civic Arts Commission meetings. 

Advises the City Manager on personnel policy and administration and conducts hearings to assist in resolving complaints of unrepresented employees. 

Makes recommendations on solid waste policy and goals, including commercial and residential garbage and recycling services.

Reviews legislation relating to investment policy, budget development, revenue development, expenditures, fiscal planning and policy, taxes and fees, and large-scale fiscal investments.

Reviews legislation relating to: streets, sidewalks, public space; parks; traffic safety; bikes, pedestrians, transit; capital improvements; facilities and infrastructure; technology infrastructure/security; maintenance; zero waste; Climate Action Plan; sustainability; and energy and water conservation.

The Commission recommends modifications to the General Plan and related policy documents. All Zoning Ordinance amendments are developed through this Commission and recommended to the City Council. Other purviews include subdivision map consideration and review and comments on substantial projects from surrounding jurisdictions.

A subcommittee of the Zoning Adjustments Board, charged with the review and approval of design proposals for all projects in commercial, manufacturing, and some higher residential zoning districts. Membership shall consist of two members of the Zoning Adjustments Board, one member of the Landmarks Preservation Commission, one member of the Civic Arts Commission (each member appointed by that…