Berkeley City Council
July 29, 2025

Public City of Berkeley
Publicly Available Pay Schedule [BENEFITED]
Updated 7/14/2025

JOB CLASS CLASSIFICATION TITLE GROUP/B

U FLSA PAY
BASIS
PAY
GRADE
1 / BAND
MIN
2 / BAND
MAX 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 EFFECTIVE DATE RESOLUTION
2124 LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT CSU0 E H C046 62.7212 65.5852 68.7197 72.0847 75.6296 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S. 5030 LANDSCAPE EQUIPMENT OPERATOR MC00 N H C020 44.1913 45.5357 46.8709 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 6030 LANDSCAPE GARDENER MC00 N H C021 40.4250 41.5496 42.9261 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 6032 LANDSCAPE GARDENER SUPERVISOR MC00 N H C022 51.3428 52.8668 54.3692 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 6034 LANDSCAPE GARDENER TRAINEE MC00 N H C023 34.0782 35.0342 36.0117 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 5032 LEAD COMMUNICATIONS TECH IBEW N H C004 56.3711 58.9229 61.7520 7/7/2024 Change was made by 6.0% Per section 11.1.2 in Res No. 70,453-N.S. 5033 LEAD ELECTRICIAN IBEW N H C005 56.3711 58.9229 61.7520 7/7/2024 Change was made by 6.0% Per section 11.1.2 in Res No. 70,453-N.S. 4033 LEGAL OFFICE SUPV UNR2 N H C048 47.7060 49.8998 52.3865 54.6749 57.2137 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 4035 LEGAL SECRETARY UNR2 N H C049 41.5728 43.7670 44.8848 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 2127 LEGISLATIVE AIDE CSLA N H C001 43.2141 45.3748 47.6016 49.9277 52.3750 54.9436 57.6335 60.4556 63.4211 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S.

LEGISLATIVE AIDE (Cont. Step 10 - 14) 66.5188 69.7819 73.1994 76.7932 80.5634 2131 LIBRARIAN I CSU0 N H C048 42.2561 44.2624 46.4970 48.5659 50.6657 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S. 2133 LIBRARIAN II CSU0 N H C049 46.4970 48.5659 50.6657 53.0252 55.3017 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S. 4037 LIBRARY AIDE CSU0 N H C050 25.3846 26.5906 27.7341 28.9194 29.7094 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S. 4039 LIBRARY ASSISTANT CSU0 N H C051 30.8216 32.1624 33.5658 34.9897 36.6323 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S. 1131 LIBRARY INFO SYSTEMS ADMIN PEU0 E H C018 61.0888 67.2292 70.6170 74.1765 77.9878 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 2135 LIBRARY LIT PROGRAM COORDINATOR CSU0 N H C052 44.5325 46.5181 48.5450 50.7592 52.9733 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S. 2129 LIBRARY SPECIAL SERVICES COORD CSU0 E H C047 50.0629 52.4535 54.9901 57.5578 60.3123 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S. 4041 LIBRARY SPECIALIST I CSU0 N H C053 34.7925 36.2787 37.8485 39.4495 41.5184 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S. 4043 LIBRARY SPECIALIST II CSU0 N H C054 36.6323 38.5971 40.2396 41.9025 44.0028 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S. 1133 LIBRARY SVC MGR PEU0 E H C019 61.5310 64.4682 67.6118 70.6833 74.1467 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 4045 MAIL SERVICES AIDE MC01 N H C013 34.1290 35.3336 36.6580 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 1135 MANAGER FAM HEALTH & NURSING SVCS PEU0 E H C027 74.6974 78.4350 82.3505 86.4702 90.7938 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 1150 MANAGER OF AGING SERVICES PEU0 E H C020 69.6363 72.5857 76.2170 80.0283 84.0284 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 1152 MANAGER OF ECON DEVELOPMENT PEU0 E H C021 75.0225 78.7948 82.7316 86.8133 91.2347 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 1154 MANAGER OF ENGINEERING PEU0 E H C022 85.3396 90.2660 95.4812 101.0155 106.8703 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 1144 MANAGER OF ENVIRON HEALTH PEU0 E H C023 69.6421 73.0227 76.4861 80.2066 84.0306 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 1146 MANAGER OF HOUSING & COMM SVCS PEU0 E H C024 72.7663 76.4241 80.2420 84.2041 88.4944 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 1148 MANAGER OF MENTAL HEALTH SVCS PEU0 E H C025 84.2869 88.2997 92.5892 97.1337 103.0814 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 1142 MANAGER OF PUB HEALTH SERVICES PEU0 E H C026 77.4230 81.5030 85.7955 90.3156 95.0706 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 7007 MARINA ASSISTANT MC00 N H C024 37.7952 38.8582 40.0680 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 1137 MAYOR ELEC H C002 539.0385 12/22/2024 Change was made by Section 19 of Berkeley City Charter 6036 MEALSITE COORDINATOR CSU0 N H C056 32.2870 33.0460 33.8357 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S. 5034 MECHANIC MC00 N H C025 49.6550 51.1565 52.6400 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 5036 MECHANIC LEAD MC00 N H C026 53.1202 54.7263 56.3410 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 5038 MECHANIC SUPERVISOR MC00 N H C027 56.8301 58.5051 60.2946 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 6038 MECHANICAL SWEEPER OPERATOR MC00 N H C028 43.3447 44.6450 45.8669 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 9025 MEDICAL DIRECTOR UNR1 E H C014 100.6691 114.3576 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 1138 MENTAL HEALTH CLINIC SUPERVISOR PEU1 E H C031 56.2944 59.2592 62.3821 65.6629 72.0119 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 9007 MENTAL HEALTH NURSE CSU0 N H C086 70.7125 74.2480 77.9605 81.8584 85.9547 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S. 1140 MENTAL HEALTH PROGRAM SUPERVISOR PEU1 E H C032 61.6817 64.5063 67.5583 70.6007 79.2130 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 6040 MINI BUS DRIVER CSU0 N H C058 32.6406 33.9085 35.3018 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S. 2141 NUTRITIONIST CSU0 E H C059 45.2500 47.0378 48.8153 50.6657 52.7445 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S. 2143 OCC HEALTH & SAFETY OFFICER UNR2 E H C050 57.9663 60.7034 63.7228 66.8365 70.0439 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 2145 OCC HEALTH & SAFETY SPECIALIST UNR2 N H C051 51.0089 53.5468 56.2433 59.0401 61.4944 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 4047 OFFICE SPECIALIST I MC01 N H C014 31.0624 32.4495 33.8784 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 4049 OFFICE SPECIALIST I UNR2 N H C052 30.5500 32.1489 33.6534 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 4051 OFFICE SPECIALIST II MC01 N H C015 35.7491 37.3463 39.0066 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 4053 OFFICE SPECIALIST II UNR2 N H C053 35.8162 37.6343 39.3999 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 4055 OFFICE SPECIALIST III MC01 N H C016 41.5286 43.3988 45.3429 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 4057 OFFICE SPECIALIST III UNR2 N H C054 41.0297 43.0359 45.0834 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 4059 OFFICE SPECIALIST SUPERVISOR MC02 N H C003 41.9172 44.0294 46.2256 48.5478 50.6290 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 4061 OFFICE SPECIALIST SUPERVISOR UNR2 N H C055 41.5102 43.7981 46.1701 48.6048 50.9449 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 4063 PARALEGAL UNR2 N H C056 44.6415 46.7168 49.0245 51.2122 53.4942 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 9018 PARAMEDIC EMS1 N H C013 30.0000 31.5597 33.2004 34.9265 36.7423 38.6525 40.6620 42.7759 45.0000 12/11/2022 Established 01/18/2022 Resolution No. 70,186-N.S. 9031 PARAMEDIC (R) EMS2 N H C014 32.7818 34.1477 35.5137 36.8796 38.2454 39.6113 40.9773 42.3432 43.7091 7/6/2025 Change was made by 3.0000% Resolution No. 71,410-N.S. 8014 PARAMEDIC SUPERVISOR I (40) FF00 N H C012 72.5712 74.9631 77.4488 79.9910 7/6/2025 Change was made by 3.0000% Resolution No. 71,257-N.S. 8114 PARAMEDIC SUPERVISOR I (56) FF00 N H C011 51.8366 53.5450 55.3205 57.1364 7/6/2025 Change was made by 3.0000% Resolution No. 71,257-N.S. 1156 PARKING ENFORCEMENT MANAGER PEU0 E H C028 53.4920 55.9253 58.8707 61.9682 65.2342 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 7008 PARKING ENFORCEMENT OFFICER MC00 N H C029 38.5191 39.6188 40.7555 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 7010 PARKING ENFORCEMENT SUPERVISOR MC00 N H C030 42.0568 44.1553 46.3730 48.6828 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 6042 PARKING METER MAINT & COLLEC SUP MC00 N H C031 51.7763 53.5042 55.3719 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 6044 PARKING METER MAINT WORKER MC00 N H C034 35.2763 36.2535 37.4197 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 5042 PARKING METER MECHANIC MC00 N H C033 39.7524 41.0029 42.3272 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 5040 PARKING METER MECHANIC TRAINEE MC00 N H C032 35.2763 36.2535 37.4197 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 1158 PARKING SERVICES MANAGER PEU0 E H C029 74.2318 77.9398 81.8295 85.9107 90.1997 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 1160 PARKS SUPERINTENDENT PEU0 E H C030 67.1686 70.4255 73.8060 77.4546 81.1547 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 1162 PERMIT CENTER COORDINATOR PEU1 E H C033 66.7231 70.0128 73.3663 76.9285 80.5700 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 3032 PERMIT SPECIALIST CSU0 N H C060 38.5657 40.4060 42.2145 44.1896 46.2583 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S. 1164 PH PROG PHYSICIAN/DEP HEALTH OFFICER PEU1 E H C035 100.2818 105.3266 110.5292 116.0397 121.8172 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 3034 PLANNING TECHNICIAN CSU0 N H C061 38.8077 40.8516 42.9992 45.2587 47.6377 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S. 2149 POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY INVESTIGATOR UNR2 E H C057 55.8244 58.4361 61.3199 64.1717 67.2753 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 1168 POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY OFFICER UNR2 E H C058 72.1018 93.6915 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 10 11 12 13 14

Public City of Berkeley
Publicly Available Pay Schedule [BENEFITED]
Updated 7/14/2025

JOB CLASS CLASSIFICATION TITLE GROUP/B

U FLSA PAY
BASIS
PAY
GRADE
1 / BAND
MIN
2 / BAND
MAX 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 EFFECTIVE DATE RESOLUTION
8015 POLICE CAPTAIN BPAM E H C001 99.8792 103.2147 106.6256 110.2087 113.8768 7/6/2025 Change was made by 3.0000% Resolution No. 71,033–N.S. 1166 POLICE CHIEF UNR0 E H C003 117.5662 161.5645 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 8017 POLICE LIEUTENANT BPA0 N H C001 89.4965 92.4508 95.5225 98.6719 101.9785 7/6/2025 Change was made by 3.0000% Resolution No. 71,033–N.S. 8019 POLICE OFFICER BPA0 N H C002 57.6579 60.3352 63.1463 65.1952 67.3010 69.5118 71.7603 7/6/2025 Change was made by 3.0000% Resolution No. 71,033–N.S. 7014 POLICE OFFICER RECRUIT UNR2 N H C059 48.0792 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 8021 POLICE SERGEANT BPA0 N H C003 74.5913 77.0358 79.5683 82.1982 84.9163 7/6/2025 Change was made by 3.0000% Resolution No. 71,033–N.S. 1170 PRINCIPAL PLANNER PEU1 E H C034 0.0000 71.2350 74.4957 77.7560 81.2545 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 9021 PRINCIPAL PROGRAM MANAGER PEU0 E H C053 81.2688 85.2810 89.3692 93.6422 98.3487 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 9040 PROGRAM MANAGER I PEU1 E H C065 61.1081 64.0872 67.0967 70.3949 73.7751 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 9016 PROGRAM MANAGER II PEU1 E H C064 71.5443 75.1216 78.8778 82.8214 86.5770 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 9026 PROGRAM MANAGER II UNR2 E H C075 71.5443 75.1216 78.8778 82.8214 86.5770 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 2151 PSYCHIATRIST CSU0 E H C062 128.6273 135.0567 141.8110 148.9054 156.3472 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S. 1176 PUBLIC WORKS SUPERINTENDENT PEU0 E H C032 67.1686 70.4255 73.8060 77.4546 81.1547 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 9037 PUBLIC HEALTH INVESTIGATOR UNR2 N H C080 36.9732 38.822 40.763 42.8012 44.9412 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 2153 PUBLIC HEALTH NURSE CSU0 E H C063 68.9140 71.3830 74.2571 77.3577 80.3894 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S. 1174 PUBLIC SAFETY BUS MANAGER PEU0 E H C031 67.9622 71.2089 74.7338 78.4135 82.1650 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 7016 PUBLIC SAFETY DISPATCHER I MC00 N H C035 36.9048 38.7124 40.3308 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 7018 PUBLIC SAFETY DISPATCHER II MC00 N H C036 51.1971 53.3292 55.5622 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 1178 PUBLIC WORKS OPERATIONS MANAGER PEU0 E H C033 71.7930 75.5748 79.5522 83.7391 88.1430 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 5044 PUBLIC WORKS SUPERVISOR MC00 N H C037 51.7763 53.5042 55.3719 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 1180 REAL PROPERTY ADMIN PEU0 E H C034 67.1686 70.4255 73.8060 77.4546 81.1547 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 4065 RECORDS ASSISTANT MC01 N H C018 37.5144 39.6686 41.5600 42.5162 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 1182 RECORDS MANAGER PEU0 E H C035 57.3256 60.0467 63.0356 66.1380 69.2918 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 6047 RECREATION ACTIVITY LEADER (R1) CSPT N H C001 28.7358 31.6623 35.2639 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S. 1184 RECREATION COORDINATOR MC01 N H C019 41.9908 43.6197 45.2484 47.0558 48.7477 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 1186 RECREATION PROG SUPERVISOR PEU1 E H C036 48.1357 50.5445 53.0706 55.7311 58.5177 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 1188 RECREATION YOUTH SVCS MANAGER PEU0 E H C036 69.3127 72.3429 75.9604 79.7532 83.7523 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 2155 RECYCLING PROGRAM MANAGER PEU0 E H C037 61.1081 64.0872 67.0967 70.3949 73.7751 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 2157 REGISTERED ENV HEALTH SPECIALIST CSU0 N H C064 52.3756 54.2008 56.2742 58.4914 60.6992 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S. 2159 REGISTERED NURSE CSU0 E H C065 66.7522 69.0576 71.4168 73.9867 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S. 6049 REGISTERED VETERINARY TECH MC00 N H C038 35.2917 37.1547 39.1116 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 1190 RENT BOARD COMMISSIONER ELEC H H003 156.2159 1/1/2025 COMMISS. STIPEND CPI INCR. BY 2.7% EFF.1/1/25 PER RESO.22-12 1191 RESILIENT BUILDINGS PROG MANAGER PEU0 E H C051 70.5175 74.2076 78.1359 82.2483 86.5770 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 1193 REVENUE COLLECTION MANAGER PEU0 E H C038 65.0765 68.2610 71.4769 74.9400 78.5366 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 2161 REVENUE DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST I CSU0 N H C066 43.2385 45.0989 46.9193 48.8912 51.0388 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S. 2163 REVENUE DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST II CSU0 N H C067 53.9103 56.2722 58.7995 61.3262 64.0181 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S. 1195 REVENUE DEVELOPMENT SUPERVISOR PEU0 E H C039 57.4863 60.2155 63.1853 66.2668 69.4845 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 5046 ROSARIAN MC00 N H C039 42.1168 43.4305 44.7651 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 1197 SCHOOL BOARD DIRECTOR ELEC H C004 124.6862 12/22/2024 Section 19 of Berkeley City Charter 4067 SECRETARY TO THE CITY MANAGER UNR2 N H C060 49.2625 51.5820 54.1615 56.6547 59.2991 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 2165 SENIOR ACCOUNTANT PEU1 E H C037 57.5626 60.3352 63.2935 66.4060 69.5805 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 9004 SENIOR ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICER MC00 N H C040 43.5249 44.8281 46.1206 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 6051 SENIOR AQUATICS SPECIALIST UNR2 N H C061 34.4893 36.7583 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 2167 SENIOR AUDITOR PEU1 E H C038 57.4803 60.2117 63.1801 66.2719 69.4773 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 2169 SENIOR BEHAVIOR HEALTH CLINICIAN CSU0 E H C068 55.6150 57.8611 60.0107 62.3902 64.9225 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S. 3036 SENIOR BUILDING INSPECTOR CSU0 N H C069 60.6242 63.2436 66.1126 68.9089 71.9651 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S. 1198 SENIOR BUILDING MAINT SUPERVISOR PEU1 N H C039 57.2948 60.0095 62.9613 65.8902 68.9995 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 2171 SENIOR BUILDING PLANS ENGINEER PEU1 E H C040 76.0429 79.8662 83.8449 88.0395 91.8430 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 3038 SENIOR BUILDING PLANS EXAMINER CSU0 N H C070 60.6242 63.2436 66.1126 68.9089 71.9651 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S. 2173 SENIOR BUYER PEU1 N H C041 48.2665 50.5546 52.8837 55.4505 57.9955 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 1200 SENIOR CITIZEN CENTER DIRECTOR PEU0 N H C040 48.0745 50.2053 52.2764 54.3680 57.1527 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 2175 SENIOR COMM DEVEL PROJ COORD PEU1 E H C042 65.0765 68.2610 71.4769 74.9503 78.5366 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 5048 SENIOR COMM HEALTH SPECIALIST CSU0 N H C071 38.1918 39.5326 40.8009 42.1832 44.3351 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S. 7025 SENIOR CRIME SCENE TECHNICIAN MC00 N H C041 50.0507 51.9948 54.0124 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 9019 SENIOR ECONOMIC DEV PROJ COORD PEU0 E H C052 74.2342 78.1413 82.2539 86.5860 91.1397 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 1202 SENIOR ELECTRICAL SUPERVISOR PEU1 E H C044 0.0000 0.0000 66.9836 70.0160 73.4652 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 9020 SENIOR ENGINEERING INSPECTOR PEU1 E H C066 56.7290 59.4292 62.2581 65.2216 68.3308 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 3040 SENIOR ENGINEERING TECH PEU1 N H C043 45.7362 47.8468 50.0668 52.3755 54.9326 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 2177 SENIOR ENV HEALTH SPECIALIST CSU0 N H C072 55.0037 56.9337 59.0647 61.4252 63.7375 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S. 1204 SENIOR EQUIPMENT SUPERVISOR PEU1 E H C045 61.8548 64.8014 68.0160 71.3233 74.7827 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 4069 SENIOR FIELD REPRESENTATIVE CSU0 N H C073 43.6283 45.5514 47.4119 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S. 5050 SENIOR FORESTRY CLIMBER MC00 N H C042 47.2987 48.7823 50.3095 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 1206 SENIOR FORESTRY SUPERVISOR PEU1 N H C046 58.3023 61.0570 64.0697 67.0429 70.2046 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 6053 SENIOR GROUNDSKEEPER MC00 N H C043 38.1133 39.2062 40.5092 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 2181 SENIOR HEALTH MGMT ANALYST CSU0 N H C074 55.6035 58.2747 61.1230 64.1479 67.2248 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S. 2183 SENIOR HEALTH SVCS PROG SPECIALIST PEU1 E H C048 57.1815 59.3460 61.6545 64.2417 66.7049 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 2179 SENIOR HEARING EXAMINER PEU1 E H C047 72.2722 77.0043 81.0153 84.6445 89.8414 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 9015 SENIOR HOUSING INSPECTOR (CERT) CSU0 N H C090 56.4521 58.8996 61.5752 64.1708 66.9724 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S. 2185 SENIOR HR ANALYST UNR2 E H C062 62.3120 65.2586 68.4976 71.8520 75.2993 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 2187 SENIOR INFO SYSTEMS SPECIALIST CSU0 N H C075 54.0672 56.4749 59.0172 61.6829 64.4353 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S. 1208 SENIOR LANDSCAPE GARDEN SUPERVISOR PEU1 N H C049 58.3023 61.0570 64.0697 67.0429 70.2046 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 6055 SENIOR LANDSCAPE GARDENER MC00 N H C044 43.1177 44.4045 45.8262 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 5000 SENIOR LEGAL SECRETARY UNR2 N H C063 43.2865 45.2927 47.5183 49.6391 51.8645 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S.

Public City of Berkeley
Publicly Available Pay Schedule [BENEFITED]
Updated 7/14/2025

JOB CLASS CLASSIFICATION TITLE GROUP/B

U FLSA PAY
BASIS
PAY
GRADE
1 / BAND
MIN
2 / BAND
MAX 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 EFFECTIVE DATE RESOLUTION
2189 SENIOR LIBARARIAN CSU0 N H C076 48.6178 50.7177 52.9527 55.3853 57.7862 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S. 2191 SENIOR MANAGEMENT ANALYST PEU1 E H C050 59.3048 62.1389 65.2001 68.3951 71.7036 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 2193 SENIOR MANAGEMENT ANALYST UNR2 E H C064 60.0141 62.8766 66.0006 69.2395 72.5411 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 7027 SENIOR MARINA ASSISTANT MC00 N H C045 38.4808 39.5634 40.8558 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 9042 SENIOR PARALEGAL UNR2 N H C082 49.3621 51.8303 54.4217 57.1429 60 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 3042 SENIOR PERMIT SPECIALIST CSU0 N H C077 41.7092 43.8108 45.9906 48.3005 51.3842 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S. 2195 SENIOR PLANNER CSU0 E H C078 60.3747 63.0770 65.9568 68.8570 71.9341 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S. 1210 SENIOR PUB WORKS SUPERVISOR PEU1 N H C051 56.8912 59.5867 62.5177 65.4260 68.5134 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 2197 SENIOR PUBLIC HEALTH NURSE CSU0 E H C079 71.5679 74.3118 77.1404 80.4179 83.5083 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S. 6057 SENIOR SERVICE AIDE CSU0 N H C080 29.2728 30.3430 31.5490 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S. 6059 SENIOR SERVICE ASSISTANT CSU0 N H C081 37.3811 38.3581 39.2833 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S. 1212 SENIOR SOLID WASTE SUPERVISOR PEU1 N H C052 57.4283 60.1464 63.1103 66.0415 69.1504 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 1214 SENIOR SYSTEMS ANALYST PEU1 E H C053 64.5509 67.7665 71.1986 74.7956 78.6299 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 1216 SENIORS NUTRITION PROG SUPERVISOR PEU0 N H C041 49.9771 52.3681 54.8008 57.4188 60.3146 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 5052 SERVICE TECHNICIAN MC00 N H C046 41.6862 42.9605 44.2350 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 5054 SEWER MAINT ASSISTANT SUPERVISOR MC00 N H C047 48.6861 50.2921 51.9420 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 6061 SKILLED LABORER MC00 N H C048 38.7709 39.9579 41.2146 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 2199 SOCIAL SERVICES SPECIALIST CSU0 N H C082 43.2385 45.0987 46.9192 48.8911 51.0387 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S. 6063 SOLID WASTE LOADER OPERATOR MC00 N H C049 36.3289 39.0029 40.9561 43.0064 45.1456 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 1219 SOLID WASTE RECYCLING MANAGER PEU0 E H C042 78.3720 82.1032 86.0917 90.3173 94.7079 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 6065 SOLID WASTE SUPERVISOR PEU1 N H C054 0.0000 0.0000 51.7020 53.6540 55.8743 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 6067 SOLID WASTE TRUCK DRIVER MC00 N H C050 44.3394 46.1463 47.4034 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 6069 SOLID WASTE WORKER MC00 N H C051 38.7303 40.4889 41.6672 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% COLA + 4.0% Equity. Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 6072 SPORTS OFFICIAL (R1) CSPT N H C002 24.5511 28.6586 32.7659 36.8724 40.9952 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S. 2201 STAFF ATTORNEY I UNR2 E H C065 67.3109 70.8785 74.6350 78.5906 82.7559 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 2203 STAFF ATTORNEY II UNR2 E H C066 77.4075 81.5101 85.8303 90.3791 95.1692 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 2205 STAFF ATTORNEY III UNR2 E H C067 89.0188 93.7368 98.7047 103.9361 109.4448 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 1220 SUPERIVISING BUILDING INSPECTOR PEU1 E H C055 65.9320 69.1992 72.9303 76.0220 79.6812 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 1222 SUPERVISING CIVIL ENGINEER PEU0 E H C043 76.2590 79.9385 83.8038 87.8542 92.0798 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 1224 SUPERVISING HEARING EXAMINER PEU0 E H C044 78.1674 82.1677 86.3296 90.6801 95.2644 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 2207 SUPERVISING LIBRARIAN CSU0 E H C083 55.3953 57.9629 60.6970 63.6079 66.7366 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S. 5002 SUPERVISING LIBRARY ASSISTANT CSU0 N H C084 37.5679 39.1272 40.8316 42.5886 46.2341 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S. 9009 SUPERVISING MENTAL HEALTH NURSE PEU1 E H C063 77.5309 81.4075 85.4779 89.7518 94.2393 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 2209 SUPERVISING PSYCHIATRIST UNR1 E H C034 136.4826 165.9001 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 2211 SUPERVISING PUBLIC HEALTH NURSE PEU1 E H C056 74.6531 77.6256 80.8343 84.1666 87.6528 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 7023 SUPERVISING PUBLIC SAFETY DISPATCHER MC00 N H C052 58.7248 61.1599 63.7263 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 1226 SUPERVISING SYSTEMS ANALYST PEU0 E H C045 77.0426 80.8250 84.6900 88.8642 93.1211 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 1228 SUPERVISING TRANSPORTATION ENGINEER PEU0 E H C046 76.8361 80.7530 84.8756 89.2043 93.8112 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 3044 SURVEY TECHNICIAN PEU1 N H C057 43.8233 45.8647 47.9658 50.2251 52.6830 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 2213 SYSTEMS ACCOUNTANT PEU1 E H C058 64.5509 67.7665 71.1986 74.7956 78.6299 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 6076 TOOL LENDING SPECIALIST MC00 N H C053 40.9712 43.1273 45.3972 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 6078 TRACTOR TRAILER DRIVER MC00 N H C054 40.9561 43.0064 45.1455 47.4146 49.7771 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 3046 TRAFFIC ENGINEERING ASSISTANT PEU1 N H C059 0.0000 0.0000 44.5763 46.7509 48.8846 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 5056 TRAFFIC MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR MC00 N H C055 51.7763 53.5042 55.3719 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 6080 TRAFFIC MAINTENANCE WORKER I MC00 N H C056 36.4847 37.5247 38.7438 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 6082 TRAFFIC MAINTENANCE WORKER II MC00 N H C057 38.7438 39.9209 41.1714 42.3587 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 2215 TRAINING OFFICER UNR2 E H C069 65.5096 68.8635 72.2486 75.7484 79.3218 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 1230 TRANSPORTATION MANAGER PEU0 E H C047 82.9678 87.1114 91.4710 96.0376 100.8463 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 1239 TRANSPORTATION SVCS COORDINATOR PEU0 E H C048 46.6754 49.0153 51.4629 54.0395 56.7383 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 1233 TREASURY MANAGER PEU0 E H C049 69.7610 73.2392 76.9055 80.7452 84.7876 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 4000 VECTOR CONTROL TECHNICIAN CSU0 N H C085 38.3881 39.7165 40.9425 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S. 9039 VETERINARIAN UNR1 E H C040 74.3907 78.1101 82.0156 86.1165 90.4223 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 5058 WAREHOUSE OPERARATIONS SPECIALIST MC00 N H C061 43.0941 45.2378 47.3816 49.5040 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 1235 WATERFRONT MANAGER PEU0 E H C050 67.1686 70.4255 73.8060 77.4546 81.1547 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 1237 WATERFRONT SUPERVISOR PEU1 E H C060 54.2857 57.1495 60.1578 63.3252 66.6587 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 2217 WATERSHED RESOURCES SPECIALIST PEU1 E H C061 48.0725 50.6270 52.9984 55.6415 58.4279 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 6086 WEIGHMASTER MC00 N H C058 38.1763 40.3725 42.2956 43.2623 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 6088 WEIGHMASTER TRAINEE MC00 N H C059 37.2623 38.9541 40.0888 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 5060 WELDER MECHANIC MC00 N H C060 50.3011 51.8286 53.3558 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 2219 WORKERS COMP ANALYST UNR2 N H C070 56.1481 58.6974 61.6960 64.5483 67.6095 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 6090 YARDMASTER MC00 N H C062 41.2585 42.5762 43.8334 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S.

City of Berkeley
Publicly Available Pay Schedule [NON-BENEFITED]
Revised 7/14/2025

JOB CLASS CLASSIFICATION TITLE GROUP/B

U PAY BASIS PAY
GRADE 1/BAND MIN 2/BAND MAX 3 4 5 6 EFFECTIVE DATE RESOLUTION 2001 ACCOUNTANT I CSU0 H H001 40.9546 42.7107 44.4394 46.2949 48.3401 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S. 2003 ACCOUNTANT II CSU0 H H002 47.8893 49.9373 52.1527 54.3384 56.7410 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S. 4003 ACCOUNTING OFF SPEC II MC03 H H001 34.5772 36.0895 37.6616 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 4007 ACCOUNTING OFF SPEC III MC03 H H002 40.0496 41.8202 43.6611 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 4011 ACCOUNTING OFF SPEC SUP MC03 H H003 41.0235 43.0537 45.1643 47.3961 49.3960 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 3003 ACCOUNTING TECHNICIAN MC03 H H004 39.4126 41.3430 43.3822 45.5217 47.4421 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 2089 ADA PROGRAM COORDINATOR CSU0 H H032 51.0594 53.2882 55.6973 58.0878 60.6297 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S. 4015 ADMIN ASSISTANT MC03 H H005 39.6892 41.6891 43.7687 45.9674 47.9377 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 1005 ADMIN FISCAL SVCS MGR PEU2 H H002 56.7311 59.5723 62.5509 65.6822 68.9664 72.3497 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 2140 ADVANCED PRACTICE PROVIDER CSU0 H H057 74.8159 77.7949 81.0107 84.3502 87.8440 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S. 6001 ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICER MC03 H H006 37.4603 38.5846 39.7089 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 6003 ANIMAL SERVICES ASSISTANT MC03 H H007 33.0428 33.9184 34.9033 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 1007 ANIMAL SERVICES MANAGER PEU2 H H003 63.5686 66.6217 69.8546 73.2860 76.8116 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 2008 APP PROGRAMMER/ANALYST I CSU0 H H003 50.7746 52.9392 55.3154 57.7518 60.2490 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S. 2011 APP PROGRAMMER/ANALYST II CSU0 H H004 52.9829 55.3223 57.8161 60.4250 63.1598 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S. 1009 AQUATICS COORDINATOR MC03 H H008 39.7589 41.3011 42.8431 44.5547 46.1564 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 6005 AQUATICS FACILITIES SUP MC03 H H009 31.6094 33.1976 34.8526 36.6032 38.4308 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 6007 AQUATICS SPECIALIST I UNR5 H H009 24.4953 24.4953 24.4953 24.4953 24.4953 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 6009 AQUATICS SPECIALIST II UNR5 H H010 25.3241 26.0838 26.8664 27.6724 28.5026 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 2013 ARCHITECT CSU0 H H005 61.5946 64.5387 67.6596 70.9087 74.2658 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S. 2029 ASSISTANT AQUATICS COORD MC03 H H010 33.5500 34.9631 36.2963 37.5697 39.0126 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 2031 ASSISTANT ARCHITECT CSU0 H H008 52.7925 55.2049 57.8433 60.6597 63.6423 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S. 1011 ASSISTANT BLDG & SAFETY MGR PEU2 H H004 64.8054 68.2117 71.8013 75.5819 79.5605 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 2035 ASSISTANT ENV HEALTH SPEC CSU0 H H009 43.3903 45.7135 47.5349 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S. 5005 ASSISTANT MENTAL HEALTH CLIN CSU0 H H011 34.4403 35.6612 36.8033 38.0931 40.0132 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S. 2039 ASSISTANT MGMT ANALYST CSU0 H H010 40.9288 42.7010 44.4334 46.2647 48.3129 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S. 2043 ASSISTANT PLANNER CSU0 H H012 41.1843 42.9961 44.7293 46.6197 48.6379 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S. 2045 ASSISTANT PUB WORKS ENG PEU2 H H007 53.5960 56.0253 58.6438 61.5646 64.5613 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 2047 ASSISTANT RECREATION COORD MC03 H H011 33.5513 34.9674 36.2970 37.5696 39.0142 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 2049 ASSISTANT TO THE MAYOR UNR5 H H019 44.9597 85.7600 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 2051 ASSISTANT TRANSPORATION ENGINEER PEU2 H H008 54.2207 56.6775 59.3733 62.3246 65.3502 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 2015 ASSOCIATE CIVIL ENGINEER PEU2 H H009 61.7064 64.7405 67.8218 71.0360 74.5619 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 2019 ASSOCIATE MGMT ANALYST CSU0 H H006 51.0594 53.2882 55.6973 58.0878 60.6297 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S. 2023 ASSOCIATE PLANNER CSU0 H H007 49.7307 51.9264 54.0331 56.4454 59.0350 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S. 2025 ASSOCIATE TRANSPORATION ENGINEER PEU2 H H010 61.7064 64.7405 67.8218 71.0360 74.5619 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 2027 ASSOCIATE UTILITY ENGINEER PEU2 H H011 61.7064 64.7405 67.8218 71.0360 74.5619 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 2033 ASST CIVIL ENGINEER (REG) PEU2 H H005 56.0253 58.6438 61.5646 64.5613 67.7558 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 2053 AUDITOR I CSU0 H H013 40.9546 42.7107 44.4394 46.2949 48.3401 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S. 2055 AUDITOR II CSU0 H H014 51.0594 53.4683 55.7543 58.1539 60.6297 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S. 2057 AUTOMATION LIBRARIAN CSU0 H H015 49.4943 51.7982 54.2397 56.8393 59.6257 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S. 2059 BEHAVIORAL HEALTH CLINICIAN I CSU0 H H016 43.7813 45.6523 47.5257 49.4357 51.3906 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S. 2061 BEHAVIORAL HEALTH CLINICIAN II CSU0 H H017 48.2590 50.1778 52.1595 54.2415 56.3686 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S. 6011 BLDG MAINT MECHANIC TRAINEE MC03 H H013 35.8931 37.0186 38.2703 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 1027 BUILDING & SAFETY MANAGER PEU2 H H012 76.6697 80.4979 84.5439 88.7598 91.5857 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 3001 BUILDING INSPECTOR I (CERT) CSU0 H H018 48.6081 50.7152 53.0193 55.2538 57.6662 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S. 3006 BUILDING INSPECTOR II (CERT) CSU0 H H020 52.1037 54.3384 56.8098 59.2122 61.8016 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S. 5007 BUILDING MAINT MECHANIC MC03 H H012 44.8293 46.2937 47.8221 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 5008 BUILDING MAINT SUPERVISOR MC03 H H014 49.7957 51.3666 53.1180 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 2065 BUILDING PLANS ENGINEER PEU2 H H013 57.0902 60.0927 63.2564 66.5891 70.0909 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 3009 BUILDING PLANS EXAMINER CSU0 H H021 52.1037 54.3384 56.8098 59.2122 61.8016 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S. 2067 BUYER CSU0 H H022 43.7836 45.7334 47.5450 49.5340 51.6701 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S. 5011 CAMP MAINTENANCE MECHANIC UNR5 H H023 39.2358 46.7618 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 1029 CAMP MANAGER PEU2 H H014 37.8882 39.7840 41.7661 43.8609 46.0510 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 6012 CAMP MEDICAL STAFF MEMBER UNR5 D D001 112.6340 128.7230 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 6013 CAMP STAFF LEADER UNR5 D D002 112.6340 128.7230 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 6014 CAMP STAFF MEMBER UNR5 D D003 89.3857 107.2673 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 6015 CAMP STAFF SUPERVISOR UNR5 D D004 139.9796 173.7720 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 4020 CASHIER ATTENDANT UNR5 H H025 24.4953 24.4953 24.4953 24.4953 24.4953 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S.

City of Berkeley
Publicly Available Pay Schedule [NON-BENEFITED]
Revised 7/14/2025

JOB CLASS CLASSIFICATION TITLE GROUP/B

U PAY BASIS PAY
GRADE 1/BAND MIN 2/BAND MAX 3 4 5 6 EFFECTIVE DATE RESOLUTION 9001 CENTRAL LIBRARY CIRC SUP CSU0 H H023 38.7625 40.4065 42.1496 43.9708 46.2548 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S. 9036 CERT CIVILIAN INSTRUCTOR NC UNR5 H H107 32.8191 34.5420 36.3555 38.2642 40.2731 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 8004 CERT INSTRUCTOR UNR5 H H026 38.5369 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 3011 CHIEF OF PARTY PEU2 H H015 49.2171 51.5530 54.0252 56.6788 59.3147 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 1033 CIRCULATION SERVICES MANAGER PEU2 H H016 53.5324 56.0193 58.6814 61.4942 64.4902 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 2069 CIVIC ARTS COORDINATOR PEU2 H H017 48.7667 51.0883 53.6043 56.2299 58.9357 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 2071 CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGIST CSU0 H H024 53.3834 55.4606 57.6561 59.9113 62.3231 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S. 3013 CODE ENFORCEMENT OFFICER I CSU0 H H026 38.4966 40.2886 42.1589 44.1286 46.1957 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S. 3012 CODE ENFORCEMENT OFFICER II CSU0 H H025 46.7377 48.7559 50.9711 53.1175 55.4510 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S. 1042 CODE ENFORCEMENT SUPERVISOR PEU2 H H018 51.7999 54.3336 56.9896 59.7403 62.5571 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 2072 COMM DEV PROJ COORDINATOR CSU0 H H027 53.1665 55.7170 58.4640 61.3289 64.2826 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S. 5015 COMM HEALTH WORKER SPEC CSU0 H H029 34.4403 35.6612 36.8033 38.0931 40.0132 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S. 1045 COMMUNICATIONS MANAGER PEU2 H H019 55.7779 58.7070 61.7997 65.0563 68.4760 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 5013 COMMUNIT HEALTH WORKR CSU0 H H028 31.7232 32.4414 33.2490 34.8934 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S. 7003 COMMUNITY SERVICE OFFICER MC03 H H015 34.2284 35.6517 37.1333 38.6835 40.3019 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 7001 COMMUNITY SVC OFFICER SUP MC03 H H016 42.4393 44.1327 45.9023 47.9500 50.1022 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 2075 COMMUNITY SVC SPECIALIST I CSU0 H H030 40.6502 42.3929 44.1086 45.9502 47.9804 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S. 2077 COMMUNITY SVC SPECIALIST II CSU0 H H031 51.0594 53.2882 55.6973 58.0878 60.6297 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S. 2079 COMMUNITY SVC SPECIALIST III PEU2 H H020 54.3899 56.9896 59.7970 62.7271 65.7616 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 5017 CONCRETE FINISHER MC03 H H017 44.3164 45.6093 46.9020 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 5018 CONSTRUCTION EQUIP OPERATOR MC03 H H018 41.5035 42.7844 44.1728 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 6017 CONTAINER MAINT WELDER MC03 H H019 36.9415 38.0821 39.1810 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 2080 CONTRACT ADMINISTRATOR PEU2 H H021 47.9629 50.7893 53.7889 56.9606 60.2326 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 2083 CRIME ANALYST PEU2 H H022 48.9264 50.1893 52.6956 55.3336 58.0970 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 1048 CRIME SCENE SUPERVISOR PEU2 H H023 48.7941 50.9589 53.5111 56.1764 58.9936 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 1050 CUSTOMER SERVICE MANAGER PEU2 H H024 59.6835 62.6043 65.5536 68.7296 72.0283 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 4022 CUSTOMER SERVICE SPECIALIST II MC03 H H020 35.4028 37.2672 39.2318 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 4024 CUSTOMER SERVICE SPECIALIST III MC03 H H021 40.0496 41.8202 43.6611 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 4026 CUSTOMER SERVICE SUPERVISOR MC03 H H022 40.4175 42.4173 44.4967 46.6959 48.6660 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 2085 DATABASE ADMINISTRATOR PEU2 H H025 54.9402 57.8319 60.8761 64.0793 67.4550 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 3019 DRAFTING TECHNICIAN PEU2 H H026 38.2355 40.0316 41.8369 43.8034 45.9488 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 2091 ECONOMIC DEV PROJ COORD PEU2 H H027 59.6835 62.6043 65.5536 68.7391 72.0283 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 2095 EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES ADV PEU2 H H028 53.0163 54.9612 57.7060 60.5965 63.6231 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 2097 EMERGENCY SERVICES COORD CSU0 H H033 51.0611 53.2980 55.6919 58.0852 60.6349 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S. 2099 EMPLOYMENT PROGRAMS ADMIN PEU2 H H029 53.7525 56.3064 59.0876 61.9869 64.9684 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 1098 ENERGY PROGRAM MANAGER PEU2 H H030 59.5135 62.4896 65.6142 68.8948 72.3410 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 3021 ENGINEERING INSPECTOR PEU2 H H031 46.0270 48.1444 50.5529 52.8980 55.3976 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 2158 ENIVRONMENTAL HEALTH SPECIALIST (REG) CSU0 H H064 49.6076 51.3364 53.3003 55.4001 57.4908 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S. 2101 ENVIRONMENTAL COMPLIANCE SPEC CSU0 H H034 55.3005 57.2555 59.4098 61.7810 64.0796 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S. 2103 ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH SUPERVISOR PEU2 H H032 53.9703 56.0330 58.1765 60.4007 62.7131 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 2105 EPIDEMIOLOGIST CSU0 H H035 44.3083 46.5218 48.8462 51.2881 53.8546 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S. 5023 EQUIPMENT PARTS TECHNICIAN MC03 H H023 35.5205 37.5600 39.3507 40.2564 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 1100 EQUIPMENT SUPERINTENDENT PEU2 H H033 58.1426 60.9509 63.8774 66.9769 70.2580 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 1104 FACILITIES MAINT SUPERINTENDENT PEU2 H H034 61.6023 64.5894 67.6896 71.0360 74.4296 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 4030 FIELD REPRESENTATIVE CSU0 H H036 38.1914 39.7373 41.5291 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S. 3023 FIRE & LIFE SAFETY PLANS EXAMINER CSU0 H H037 57.4202 59.9012 62.6183 65.2672 68.1615 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S. 7005 FIRE PREVENTION INSPECTOR (N-SWN) CSU0 H H038 46.7377 48.7559 50.9711 53.1175 55.4510 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S. 5025 FORESTRY CLIMBER MC03 H H024 42.6521 43.9950 45.3714 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 5027 FORESTRY CLIMBER SUP MC03 H H025 49.6191 51.0820 52.5612 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 6019 FORESTRY CLIMBER TRAINEE MC03 H H026 32.9133 34.2962 35.6894 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 5029 FORESTRY TECHNICIAN MC03 H H027 49.6191 51.0820 52.5612 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 1108 GENERAL SERVICES MANAGER PEU2 H H035 60.9689 64.0127 67.2645 70.6580 74.2594 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 6021 GROUNDSKEEPER MC03 H H028 33.3604 34.2385 35.2388 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% COLA + 1.0% Equity. Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 6023 HARBORMASTER PEU2 H H036 0.0000 0.0000 48.3251 50.1749 52.2451 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 1110 HAZARDOUS MAT MANAGER PEU2 H H037 65.0775 68.2674 71.4851 74.9660 78.5287 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 2107 HAZARDOUS MAT SPECIALIST I CSU0 H H039 48.6966 50.4002 52.3007 54.3778 56.4353 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S. 2109 HAZARDOUS MAT SPECIALIST II CSU0 H H040 55.3032 57.2526 59.4086 61.7817 64.0855 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S. 2111 HEALTH EDUCATOR CSU0 H H041 48.1731 50.0388 51.9820 54.0114 56.1530 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S.

City of Berkeley
Publicly Available Pay Schedule [NON-BENEFITED]
Revised 7/14/2025

JOB CLASS CLASSIFICATION TITLE GROUP/B

U PAY BASIS PAY
GRADE 1/BAND MIN 2/BAND MAX 3 4 5 6 EFFECTIVE DATE RESOLUTION 1112 HEALTH NUTRITION PROG COORD PEU2 H H038 48.2553 50.1552 52.1121 54.1158 56.2899 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 2113 HEALTH PLNG, EDUCAT & PROMO SUP PEU2 H H039 49.8842 51.8220 54.0063 56.2322 58.5652 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 1118 HEALTH SERVICES SUPERVISOR PEU2 H H041 60.0522 62.3774 64.9583 67.6992 70.4499 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 2115 HEALTH SVC PROG SPEC PEU2 H H040 45.9774 47.7640 49.6165 51.5540 53.5960 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 2117 HEARING EXAMINER PEU2 H H042 58.1900 61.9611 65.2320 68.1340 72.3026 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 1120 HOME ENERGY ADMINISTRATOR PEU2 H H043 50.5584 52.7788 55.1468 57.5150 60.0392 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 2119 HOMELESS SERVICES COORD PEU2 H H044 53.9782 56.5654 59.3432 62.2594 65.2675 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 3024 HOUSING INSPECTOR CSU0 H H042 46.7377 48.7559 50.9711 53.1175 55.4510 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S. 3026 HOUSING INSPECTOR (CERT) CSU0 H H043 48.6081 50.7152 53.0193 55.2538 57.6662 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S. 1122 HOUSING INSPECTOR SUPERVISOR PEU2 H H045 51.7999 54.3336 56.9896 59.7403 62.5571 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 2121 INFO SYSTEM SPECIALIST CSU0 H H044 46.4490 48.4579 50.6209 52.8207 55.1285 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S. 3029 INFO SYSTEM SUPPORT TECH CSU0 H H045 38.5557 40.0034 41.4894 43.0453 44.6503 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S. 9002 INTERN UNR5 H H067 24.4953 24.4953 25.7376 27.5393 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 6025 JANITOR MC03 H H029 30.6153 31.3811 32.2668 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 6027 JANITOR SUPERVISOR MC03 H H030 35.6894 36.9431 38.0274 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 2123 JR PUBLIC WORKS ENGINEER PEU2 H H046 45.1357 47.2154 49.4747 51.8473 54.3712 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 6029 LABORER MC03 H H031 34.0752 35.0439 36.1676 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 9033 LACTATION COUNSELOR UNR5 H H106 45.3473 47.6147 49.9955 52.4951 55.1200 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 1130 LAND USE PLANNING MANAGER PEU2 H H047 76.6792 80.4979 84.5342 88.7500 91.5857 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 2125 LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT CSU0 H H046 59.4063 62.1189 65.0877 68.2750 71.6326 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S. 5031 LANDSCAPE EQUIPMENT OPERATOR MC03 H H032 41.8423 43.1152 44.3795 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 6031 LANDSCAPE GARDENER MC03 H H033 38.2765 39.3411 40.6443 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 6033 LANDSCAPE GARDENER SUPERVISOR MC03 H H034 48.4259 50.0568 51.4795 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 6035 LANDSCAPE GARDENER TRAINEE MC03 H H035 32.2668 33.1717 34.0974 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 2132 LIBRARIAN I CSU0 H H048 40.0230 41.9229 44.0395 45.9992 47.9880 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S. 2134 LIBRARIAN II CSU0 H H049 44.0395 45.9992 47.9880 50.2230 52.3790 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S. 4038 LIBRARY AIDE CSU0 H H050 24.4953 25.1854 26.2681 27.3909 28.1392 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S. 4040 LIBRARY ASSISTANT CSU0 H H051 29.1926 30.4626 31.7917 33.1404 34.6964 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S. 1132 LIBRARY INFO SYS ADMINISTRATOR PEU2 H H048 56.0262 61.6578 64.7650 68.0295 71.5249 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 2136 LIBRARY LIT PROGRAM COORD CSU0 H H052 42.1789 44.0596 45.9795 48.0763 50.1737 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S. 2137 LIBRARY LITERACY INSTRUCTOR UNR5 H H072 39.9657 41.9608 44.0622 46.2566 48.5706 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 2138 LIBRARY PAGE CSU0 H H055 24.4953 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S. 1134 LIBRARY SERVICES MANAGER PEU2 H H049 56.4319 59.1259 62.0085 64.8259 68.0020 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 2130 LIBRARY SPECIAL SERVICES COORD CSU0 H H047 47.4172 49.6813 52.0841 54.5160 57.1247 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S. 4042 LIBRARY SPECIALIST I CSU0 H H053 32.9536 34.3616 35.8483 37.3644 39.3241 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S. 4044 LIBRARY SPECIALIST II CSU0 H H054 34.6964 36.5570 38.1129 39.6881 41.6774 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S. 4046 MAIL SERVICES AIDE MC03 H H036 32.3148 33.4554 34.7095 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 1136 MANAGER FAM HEALTH & NURSING SVCS PEU2 H H057 68.5073 71.9349 75.5262 79.3043 83.2696 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 1151 MANAGER OF AGING SERVICES PEU2 H H050 63.8655 66.5702 69.9009 73.3962 77.0649 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 1153 MANAGER OF ECONOMIC DEVEL PEU2 H H051 68.8053 72.2651 75.8755 79.6190 83.6740 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 1155 MANAGER OF ENGINEERING PEU2 H H052 78.2674 82.7854 87.5686 92.6446 98.0139 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 1145 MANAGER OF ENVIRONMENT HEALTH PEU2 H H053 63.8709 66.9712 70.1476 73.5599 77.0669 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 1147 MANAGER OF HOUSING & COMM SVCS PEU2 H H054 66.7361 70.0909 73.5924 77.2261 81.1609 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 1149 MANAGER OF MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES PEU2 H H055 71.8773 75.2992 78.9573 82.8327 86.8596 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 1143 MANAGER OF PUBLIC HEALTH SERVICES PEU2 H H056 67.2029 70.7443 74.4718 78.3914 82.5231 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 7006 MARINA ASSISTANT MC03 H H037 35.7861 36.7928 37.9381 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 6037 MEALSITE COORDINATOR CSU0 H H056 30.5808 31.2994 32.0474 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S. 5035 MECHANIC MC03 H H039 47.0157 48.4374 49.8419 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 5037 MECHANIC LEAD MC03 H H040 50.2965 51.8175 53.3462 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 5039 MECHANIC SUPERVISOR MC03 H H041 53.8093 55.3955 57.0896 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 6039 MECHANICAL SWEEPER OPERATOR MC03 H H038 41.0408 42.2720 43.4292 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 9029 MEDICAL DIRECTOR UNR5 H H105 100.6691 114.3576 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 1139 MENTAL HEALTH CLINIC SUPERVISOR PEU2 H H058 51.6292 54.3484 57.2123 60.2212 63.3912 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 9041 MENTAL HEALTH NURSE CSU0 H H086 70.7125 74.2480 77.9605 81.8584 85.9547 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S. 1141 MENTAL HEALTH PROGRAM SUPERVISOR PEU2 H H059 56.5700 59.1604 61.9597 64.7500 67.6860 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 6041 MINI BUS DRIVER CSU0 H H058 30.9156 32.1164 33.4360 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S. 2142 NUTRITIONIST CSU0 H H059 42.8584 44.5516 46.2355 47.9880 49.9571 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S. 4048 OFFICE SPECIALIST I MC03 H H042 29.4115 30.7244 32.0777 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S.

City of Berkeley
Publicly Available Pay Schedule [NON-BENEFITED]
Revised 7/14/2025

JOB CLASS CLASSIFICATION TITLE GROUP/B

U PAY BASIS PAY
GRADE 1/BAND MIN 2/BAND MAX 3 4 5 6 EFFECTIVE DATE RESOLUTION 4052 OFFICE SPECIALIST II MC03 H H043 33.8489 35.3611 36.9330 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 4056 OFFICE SPECIALIST III MC03 H H044 39.3210 41.0919 42.9329 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 4060 OFFICE SPECIALIST SUPERVISOR MC03 H H045 39.6889 41.6993 43.7687 45.9625 47.9436 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 1157 PARKING ENFORCEMENT MANAGER PEU2 H H060 49.0591 51.2907 53.9922 56.8330 59.8283 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 7009 PARKING ENFORCEMENT OFFICER MC03 H H046 36.4718 37.5129 38.5893 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 7011 PARKING ENFORCEMENT SUPERVISOR MC03 H H047 39.8213 41.8083 43.9082 46.0952 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 6043 PARKING METER COLLECT SUPERVISOR MC03 H H048 42.2066 44.3159 46.5345 47.9772 49.5093 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 6045 PARKING METER MAINT WORKER MC03 H H051 33.4012 34.3263 35.4308 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 5043 PARKING METER MECHANIC MC03 H H050 37.6394 38.8234 40.0774 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 5041 PARKING METER MECHANIC TRAINEE MC03 H H049 33.4012 34.3263 35.4308 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 1159 PARKING SERVICES MANAGER PEU2 H H061 56.3373 59.0974 61.9331 64.8634 68.0020 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 1161 PARKS SUPERINTENDENT PEU2 H H062 61.6023 64.5894 67.6896 71.0360 74.4296 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 1163 PERMIT CENTER COORDINATOR PEU2 H H063 61.1938 64.2107 67.2865 70.5531 73.8932 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 3033 PERMIT SPECIALIST CSU0 H H060 36.5273 38.2702 39.9833 41.8543 43.8132 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S. 1165 PH PROG PHYSICIAN/DEP HEALTH OFFICER PEU2 H H065 91.9716 96.5979 101.3696 106.4235 111.7223 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 2148 PHYSICIAN UNR5 H H080 113.2046 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 3035 PLANNING TECHNICIAN CSU0 H H061 36.7568 38.6927 40.7282 42.8670 45.1200 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S. 6046 PLAYGROUND LEADER TRAINEE UNR5 H H081 24.4953 24.4953 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 7013 POLICE AIDE UNR5 H H084 24.4953 24.4953 24.4953 28.3981 32.6836 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 1171 PRINCIPAL PLANNER PEU2 H H064 65.3317 68.3224 71.3122 74.5207 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 2154 PUBLIC HEALTH NURSE CSU0 H H063 68.9140 71.3830 74.2571 77.3577 80.3894 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S. 1175 PUBLIC SAFETY BUS MANAGER PEU2 H H066 62.3300 65.3077 68.5406 71.9151 75.3558 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 7017 PUBLIC SAFETY DISPATCHER I MC03 H H052 34.9432 36.6548 38.1871 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 7019 PUBLIC SAFETY DISPATCHER II MC03 H H053 48.4760 50.4947 52.6088 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 1179 PUBLIC WORKS OPS MANAGER PEU2 H H068 65.8433 69.3118 72.9597 76.7995 80.8387 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 1177 PUBLIC WORKS SUPERINTENDENT PEU2 H H067 57.9785 60.7963 63.6503 66.7766 69.9763 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 5045 PUBLIC WORKS SUPERVISOR MC03 H H054 49.0240 50.6602 52.4287 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 1181 REAL PROPERTY ADMINISTRATOR PEU2 H H069 61.6023 64.5894 67.6896 71.0360 74.4296 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 1189 REC YOUTH SERVICES MANAGER PEU2 H H072 63.5686 66.3475 69.6654 73.1440 76.8116 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 4066 RECORDS ASSISTANT MC03 H H056 35.5205 37.5600 39.3507 40.2564 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 1183 RECORDS MANAGER PEU2 H H070 52.5750 55.0706 57.8120 60.6570 63.5495 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 6048 RECREATION ACTIVITY LEADER (R2) CSPT H H001 28.1289 30.8462 34.3936 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S. 1185 RECREATION COORDINATOR MC03 H H055 39.7589 41.3011 42.8431 44.5547 46.1564 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 1187 RECREATION PROGRAM SUPERVISOR PEU2 H H071 44.1468 46.3558 48.6724 51.1127 53.6684 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 2156 RECYCLING PROGRAM MANAGER PEU2 H H073 56.0442 58.7762 61.5364 64.5613 67.6614 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 2160 REGISTERED NURSE CSU0 H H065 66.7522 69.0576 71.4168 73.9867 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S. 6050 REGISTERED VET TECHNICIAN MC03 H H057 33.4158 35.1799 37.0326 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 7020 RESERVE POLICE OFFICER UNR5 H H086 24.4953 38.6435 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 9003 RETIRED ANNUITANT UNR5 H H088 22.8300 148.4554 7/1/2025 Living Wage Increase to $22.83 Ordinance No. 7,640-N.S. 1194 REVENUE COLLECTION MANAGER PEU2 H H074 59.6835 62.6043 65.5536 68.7296 72.0283 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 2162 REVENUE DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST I CSU0 H H066 40.9534 42.7155 44.4394 46.3071 48.3413 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S. 2164 REVENUE DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST II CSU0 H H067 51.0611 53.2980 55.6919 58.0852 60.6349 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S. 1196 REVENUE DEVELOPMENT SUPERVISOR PEU2 H H075 52.7224 55.2255 57.9489 60.7753 63.7262 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 5047 ROSARIAN MC03 H H058 39.8781 41.1218 42.3857 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 7022 SCHOOL CROSSING GUARD UNR5 H H089 29.4079 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 2166 SENIOR ACCOUNTANT PEU2 H H076 52.7925 55.3352 58.0483 60.9029 63.8144 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 9005 SENIOR ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICER MC03 H H065 41.2115 42.4453 43.6690 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 6052 SENIOR AQUATICS SPECIALIST UNR5 H H091 30.5401 32.4839 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 2168 SENIOR AUDITOR PEU2 H H077 52.7170 55.2220 57.9441 60.7797 63.7198 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 2170 SENIOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH CLINICIAN CSU0 H H068 52.6759 54.8028 56.8393 59.0927 61.4914 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S. 2172 SENIOR BLDG PLANS ENGINEER PEU2 H H079 69.7409 73.2475 76.8965 80.7436 84.2319 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 3039 SENIOR BLDG PLANS EXAMINER CSU0 H H070 57.4202 59.9012 62.6183 65.2672 68.1615 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S. 3037 SENIOR BUILDING INSPECTOR CSU0 H H069 57.4202 59.9012 62.6183 65.2672 68.1615 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S. 2174 SENIOR BUYER PEU2 H H080 44.2664 46.3650 48.5011 50.8551 53.1896 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 1201 SENIOR CITIZEN CENTER DIRECTOR PEU2 H H081 44.0906 46.0446 47.9445 49.8624 52.4164 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 1203 SENIOR ELECTRICAL SUPERVISOR PEU2 H H084 61.4327 64.2140 67.3770 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 3041 SENIOR ENGINEERING TECH PEU2 H H083 41.9459 43.8817 47.4558 48.0353 50.3802 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 1205 SENIOR EQUIPMENT SUPERVISOR PEU2 H H085 50.2027 52.5939 55.2029 57.8874 60.6949 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S.

City of Berkeley
Publicly Available Pay Schedule [NON-BENEFITED]
Revised 7/14/2025

JOB CLASS CLASSIFICATION TITLE GROUP/B

U PAY BASIS PAY
GRADE 1/BAND MIN 2/BAND MAX 3 4 5 6 EFFECTIVE DATE RESOLUTION 4070 SENIOR FIELD REPRESENTATIVE CSU0 H H073 41.3224 43.1440 44.9061 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S. 5051 SENIOR FORESTRY CLIMBER MC03 H H067 44.7846 46.1892 47.6353 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 1207 SENIOR FORESTRY SUPERVISOR PEU2 H H086 53.4706 55.9971 58.7603 61.4871 64.3865 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 6054 SENIOR GROUNDSKEEPER MC03 H H068 36.0875 37.1223 38.3561 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 2180 SENIOR HEARING EXAMINER PEU2 H H088 66.2832 70.6229 74.3016 77.6298 82.3962 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 6056 SENIOR LANDSCAPE GARDENER MC03 H H069 40.8234 42.0371 43.3905 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 2190 SENIOR LIBRARIAN CSU0 H H076 46.0485 48.0372 50.1542 52.4581 54.7322 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S. 7028 SENIOR MARINA ASSISTANT MC03 H H070 36.4354 37.4603 38.6843 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 2192 SENIOR MGMT ANALYST PEU2 H H090 54.3899 56.9896 59.7970 62.7271 65.7616 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 3043 SENIOR PERMIT SPECIALIST CSU0 H H077 39.5049 41.4955 43.5598 45.7478 48.6685 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S. 2196 SENIOR PLANNER CSU0 H H078 57.1838 59.7433 62.4710 65.2180 68.1324 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S. 2198 SENIOR PUBLIC HEALTH NURSE CSU0 H H079 71.5679 74.3118 77.1404 80.4179 83.5083 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S. 1211 SENIOR PUBLIC WORKS SUPERVISOR PEU2 H H091 48.0756 50.3535 52.8302 55.2880 57.8968 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 6058 SENIOR SERVICE AIDE CSU0 H H080 27.7258 28.7393 29.8819 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S. 6060 SENIOR SERVICE ASSISTANT CSU0 H H081 35.4056 36.3309 37.2072 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S. 1215 SENIOR SYSTEMS ANALYST PEU2 H H093 59.2017 62.1506 65.2983 68.5974 72.1137 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 1217 SENIORS NUTRITION PROG SUPERVISOR PEU2 H H094 45.8355 48.0283 50.2595 52.6602 55.3165 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 5053 SERVICE TECHNICIAN MC03 H H059 39.4704 40.6770 41.8838 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 5055 SEWER MAINT ASSISTANT SUPERVISOR MC03 H H060 46.0984 47.6190 49.1811 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 6062 SKILLED LABORER MC03 H H061 36.7101 37.8341 39.0238 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 2200 SOCIAL SERVICES SPECIALIST CSU0 H H082 40.9534 42.7154 44.4393 46.3070 48.3411 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S. 6064 SOLID WASTE LOADER OPERATOR MC03 H H062 34.3978 36.9299 38.7790 40.7204 42.7459 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 6066 SOLID WASTE SUPERVISOR PEU2 H H096 47.4174 49.2077 51.2438 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 6068 SOLID WASTE TRUCK DRIVER MC03 H H063 41.9826 43.6934 44.8837 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 6070 SOLID WASTE WORKER MC03 H H064 36.6716 38.3368 39.4524 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 1218 SOLID WASTER RECYCLING MANAGER PEU2 H H095 71.8773 75.2992 78.9573 82.8327 86.8596 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 6071 SPORTS FIELD MONITOR (R2) CSPT H H002 24.4953 25.2302 25.9871 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S. 6073 SPORTS OFFICIAL (R2) CSPT H H003 24.4953 27.9280 31.9536 35.9287 39.9289 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S. 1199 SR BLDG MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR PEU2 H H078 48.0756 50.3535 52.8302 55.2880 57.8968 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 2176 SR COMMUNITY DEVEL PROJ COORD PEU2 H H082 59.6835 62.6043 65.5536 68.7391 72.0283 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 5049 SR COMMUNITY HEALTH SPECIALIST CSU0 H H071 36.1734 37.4433 38.6445 39.9538 41.9920 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S. 7026 SR CRIME SCENE TECHNICIAN MC03 H H066 47.3903 49.2312 51.1414 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 2178 SR ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH SPECIALIST CSU0 H H072 52.0967 53.9247 55.9431 58.1787 60.3691 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S. 2182 SR HEALTH MANAGEMENT ANALYST CSU0 H H074 52.6648 55.1948 57.8927 60.7576 63.6720 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S. 2184 SR HEALTH SVCS PROG SPECIALIST PEU2 H H087 52.4429 54.4279 56.5453 58.9179 61.1769 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 2188 SR INFO SYSTEMS SPECIALIST CSU0 H H075 51.2097 53.4902 55.8979 58.4230 61.0299 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S. 1209 SR LANDSCAPE GARDENER SUPERVISOR PEU2 H H089 53.4706 55.9971 58.7603 61.4871 64.3865 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 1213 SR SOLID WASTE SUPERVISOR PEU2 H H092 48.5294 50.8263 53.3312 55.8082 58.4353 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 1221 SUPERVISING BUILDING INSPECTOR PEU2 H H097 60.4682 63.4645 66.8864 69.7219 73.0781 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 1223 SUPERVISING CIVIL ENGINEER PEU2 H H098 69.9396 73.3140 76.8589 80.5739 84.4492 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 1225 SUPERVISING HEARING EXAMINER PEU2 H H099 71.6895 75.3584 79.1756 83.1654 87.3699 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 2208 SUPERVISING LIBRARIAN CSU0 H H083 52.4676 54.8996 57.4889 60.2461 63.2093 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S. 5003 SUPERVISING LIBRARIAN ASSISTANT CSU0 H H084 35.5825 37.0593 38.6736 40.3379 43.7906 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S. 2212 SUPERVISING PUBLIC HEALTH NURSE PEU2 H H100 65.9770 68.6038 71.4398 74.3844 77.4655 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 7024 SUPERVISING PUBLIC SAFETY DISPATCHER MC03 H H071 55.6033 57.9091 60.3388 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 1227 SUPERVISING SYSTEMS ANALYST PEU2 H H101 70.6580 74.1268 77.6716 81.5001 85.4043 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 1229 SUPERVISING TRANSPORTATION ENGINEER PEU2 H H102 70.4687 74.0609 77.8418 81.8117 86.0373 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 3045 SURVEY TECHNICIAN PEU2 H H103 40.1916 42.0638 43.9909 46.0632 48.3169 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 2214 SYSTEMS ACCOUNTANT PEU2 H H104 60.0895 63.0829 66.2780 69.6262 73.1954 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 6077 TOOL LENDING SPECIALIST MC03 H H072 37.6595 39.4761 41.3325 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 6079 TRACTOR TRAILER DRIVER MC03 H H073 38.7790 40.7204 42.7459 44.8944 47.1312 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 3047 TRAFFIC ENGINEERING ASSISTANT PEU2 H H105 40.8822 42.8765 44.8336 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 5057 TRAFFIC MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR MC03 H H074 46.5345 47.9673 49.5093 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 6081 TRAFFIC MAINTENANCE WORKER I MC03 H H075 34.5455 35.5302 36.6845 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 6083 TRAFFIC MAINTENANCE WORKER II MC03 H H076 36.6845 37.7990 38.9829 40.1072 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 1231 TRANSPORTATION MANAGER PEU2 H H106 76.0921 79.8927 83.8907 88.0788 92.4892 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 1232 TRANSPORTATION SERVICES COORD PEU2 H H107 42.8074 44.9534 47.1982 49.5613 52.0364 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 1234 TREASURY MANAGER PEU2 H H108 63.9798 67.1698 70.5321 74.0540 77.7611 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S.

City of Berkeley
Publicly Available Pay Schedule [NON-BENEFITED]
Revised 7/14/2025

JOB CLASS CLASSIFICATION TITLE GROUP/B

U PAY BASIS PAY
GRADE 1/BAND MIN 2/BAND MAX 3 4 5 6 EFFECTIVE DATE RESOLUTION 4001 VECTOR CONTROL TECHNICIAN CSU0 H H085 36.3593 37.6174 38.7787 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,583-N.S. 5059 WAREHOUSE OPS SPECIALIST MC03 H H080 40.8035 42.8333 44.8630 46.8729 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 1236 WATERFRONT MANAGER PEU2 H H109 61.6023 64.5894 67.6896 71.0360 74.4296 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 1238 WATERFRONT SUPERVISOR PEU2 H H110 52.3123 55.0718 57.9707 61.0229 64.2354 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 2218 WATERSHED RESOURCES SPECIALIST PEU2 H H111 44.0888 46.4315 48.6066 51.0304 53.5861 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0% Resolution No. 71,586-N.S. 6087 WEIGHMASTER MC03 H H077 36.1472 38.2264 40.0475 40.9627 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 6089 WEIGHMASTER TRAINEE MC03 H H078 35.2817 36.8838 37.9579 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 5061 WELDER MECHANIC MC03 H H079 47.6275 49.0736 50.5197 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 6091 YARDMASTER MC03 H H081 40.8035 42.8333 44.8630 46.8729 7/6/2025 Change was made by 4.0000% Resolution No. 71,408-N.S. 9006 YOUTH ENROLLEE UNR5 H H103 19.1800 7/1/2025 Minimum Wage Ordinance No. 7,505-N.S. - Updated processed on 07/06/25

California Public Employees’ Retirement System
P.O. Box 942715 | Sacramento, CA 94229-2715
888 CalPERS (or 888-225-7377) | TTY: (877) 249-7442
www.calpers.ca.gov
Payroll
Circular Letter
January 8, 2020
Circular Letter: 200-003-20
Distribution: IV, VI, X, XII, XVI
To: All CalPERS Contracted Agencies (Public Agency, Schools, and State) Subject: Statutory and Regulatory Requirements for Publicly Available Pay Schedules Purpose
The purpose of this Circular Letter is to inform all CalPERS Contracted Agencies of the requirements for providing CalPERS with a Publicly Available Pay Schedule in compliance with the Public Employees’ Retirement Law (PERL), Public Employees’ Pension Reform Act of 2013 (PEPRA), and Title 2 of the California Code of Regulations (CCR).

Purpose of Publicly Available Pay Schedules
Under the PERL and PEPRA, compensation earnable and pensionable compensation are determined in accordance with amounts identified on publicly available pay schedules.

Compensation Earnable
Under Government (Gov.) Code sections 20636 and 20636.1, compensation earnable means the pay rate and special compensation of the member, as further defined by those statutes.

Pay rate for contracting agency and school members is deemed the normal monthly rate of pay or base pay of the member paid in cash to similarly situated members of the same group or class of employment for services rendered on a full-time basis during normal working hours, pursuant to publicly available pay schedules. Pay rate for contracting agency and school members who are not in a group or class is deemed the monthly rate of pay or base pay of the member, paid in cash and pursuant to publicly available pay schedules, for services rendered on a full-time basis during normal working hours, subject to specified limitations.

Circular Letter: 200-003-20
January 8, 2020

Pay rate for state members is deemed the average monthly remuneration paid in cash out of funds paid by the employer to similarly situated members of the same group or class of employment, in payment for the member’s services or for time during which the member is excused from work, as further specified by subdivision (g) of Gov. Code 20636, pursuant to publicly available pay schedules.

Pensionable Compensation
Pursuant to Gov. Code section 7522.34, pensionable compensation of a new member of any public retirement system means the normal monthly rate of pay or base pay of the member paid in cash to similarly situated members of the same group or class of employment for services rendered on a full-time basis during normal working hours, pursuant to publicly available pay schedules, subject to specified limitations.

Requirements of Publicly Available Pay Schedules
Subdivision (a) of CCR section 570.5 defines the requirements for a publicly available pay schedule used to determine pay rates.

Pay rates shall be limited to the amount listed on a pay schedule that must meet all the following eight (8) requirements:

1. Be duly approved and adopted by the employer's governing body in accordance with requirements of applicable public meetings laws

2. Identify the position title for every employee position

3. Show the pay rate as a single amount or multiple amounts within a range for each identified position

4. Indicate the time base, including, but not limited to, whether the time base is hourly, daily, bi-weekly, monthly, bi-monthly, or annually

5. Be posted at the office of the employer or immediately accessible and available for public review from the employer during normal business hours or posted on the employer's website

6. Indicate an effective date and date of any revisions

7. Is retained by the employer and available for public inspection for not less than five years

8. Does not reference another document in lieu of disclosing the pay rate Here is an example of a compliant pay schedule, to the extent it has been duly approved and adopted by the employer’s governing body in accordance with requirements of applicable public meeting laws, it is posted on the employer’s website, and it is retained by the employer and available for public inspection for not less than five years:

Circular Letter: 200-003-20
January 8, 2020

Classification Rate Type Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 Step 5 City Manager Monthly $10,500 $11,000 $11,500 $12,000 $12,500 City Counsel Monthly $10,000 $10,500 $11,000 $11,500 $12,000 City Clerk Monthly $5,500 $6,000 $6,500 $7,000 $7,500
Call Center Representative Monthly $5,000 $5,500 $6,000 $6,500 $7,000 Analyst Monthly $5,000 $5,500 $6,000 $6,500 $7,000
Assistant Monthly $4,500 $5,000 $5,500 $6,000 $6,500
Revised as of 09/01/2017 and adopted by the Board as of 09/15/2017 City of CalPERS
Salary Schedule for Fiscal Year 17-18
Effective as of 07/01/2017
Special Compensation
Pursuant to CCR section 571 for classic members, and CCR section 571.1 for new members under PEPRA, special compensation items are defined under an exclusive list. Each special compensation item shall be reported separately from pay rate, in accordance with the criteria described in those regulations. Therefore, a publicly available pay schedule in which the special compensation items are reflected in the pay rates does not comply with CCR section 570.5.

Absence of Publicly Available Pay Schedule
If an employer fails to meet the requirements of subdivision (a) of CCR section 570.5, under subdivision (b), the board may determine in its sole discretion an amount that will be considered as pay rate, taking into consideration all information it deems relevant including, but not limited to, the following:
• Documents approved by the employer’s governing body in accordance with requirements of public meeting laws and maintained by the employer
• Last pay rate listed on a pay schedule that conforms to the requirements of subdivision (a) with the same employer for the position at issue
• Last pay rate for the member that is listed on a pay schedule that conforms with the requirements of subdivision (a) with the same employer for a different position • Last pay rate for the member in a position that was held by the member and that is listed on a pay schedule that conforms to the requirements of subdivision (a) of a former CalPERS employer.

Importance of Publicly Available Pay Schedule
Publicly available pay schedules are required by CalPERS and are a critical component to verify all members’ pay rates when calculating members’ retirement benefits. Maintaining a compliant publicly available pay schedule will support transparency and expedite CalPERS’ review process.

Circular Letter: 200-003-20
January 8, 2020

Failure to provide CalPERS with a compliant publicly available pay schedule may result in a retirement benefit being delayed.

Questions
It is the employer’s responsibility to comply with all terms and conditions set forth in the employer’s contract with CalPERS and to ensure all reportable information is compliant with the PERL, PEPRA, and the CCR.

If you have any questions or concerns, contact the CalPERS Customer Contact Center at 888 CalPERS (or 888-225-7377), or email [email protected].

Renee Ostrander, Chief
Employer Account Management Division

Office of the City Manager

CONSENT CALENDAR
July 29, 2025
To: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
From: Paul Buddenhagen, City Manager
Submitted by: Kevin C. Fong, Director of Information Technology Subject: Contract: Infobond Inc. Leveraging the Omnia Partners Cooperative Contract for Information Technology Security Products, Licenses, and Support

RECOMMENDATION
Adopt a Resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract with Infobond, Inc. (“Infobond”) for the purchase of information technology security products, licenses, support and services utilizing the Omnia Partners contract #01-154 for a total not to exceed value of $1,000,000 commencing on July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2027.

FISCAL IMPACTS OF RECOMMENDATION
Funding in the amount of $1,000,000 is available in the Department of Information Technology’s (“IT”) FY 2026 and FY2027 IT Cost Allocation Fund (680) as outlined below. Spending for this contract in future fiscal years is subject to Council approval of the proposed citywide budget and annual appropriation ordinances.

FY26: Fund 680, Information Technology Cost Allocation $500,000 FY27: Fund 680, Information Technology Cost Allocation $500,000 Total FY 2026-2027 $1,000,000

CURRENT SITUATION AND ITS EFFECTS
The City of Berkeley (“City”) currently uses a variety of security products to help maintain a safe and secure network. This is essential for staff to work efficiently and for the City to continue delivering reliable services to the public.

The City partners with Infobond, Inc., a trusted reseller of security-related products and services. In addition to supplying key technologies, Infobond also provides specialized expertise and resources that extend beyond the capabilities of current City staffing levels.

This added support helps ensure that the City can respond effectively to evolving cybersecurity needs.

Infobond, Inc. for IT Security Products, Licenses, and Support CONSENT Calendar July 29, 2025
To continue keeping the City’s network secure and accessible, additional funding is being requested for the next two fiscal years. This partnership with Infobond supports the City’s Strategic Plan goal by helping to maintain a resilient, safe, connected and prepared City.

BACKGROUND
The City has experienced frequent malware and ransomware attacks in recent years, each requiring significant time and effort to recover. While staff were prepared to respond, these incidents still resulted in productivity losses and strained IT resources. It became clear that more advanced security tools were needed -- not just to prevent future attacks, but also to improve visibility into activity across the City’s network.

To strengthen the City’s cybersecurity posture, IT implemented a comprehensive suite of firewall, VPN, logging, and antivirus tools. Within weeks, the new systems successfully blocked ransomware attempts and helped identify the sources of the attack. This allowed IT to respond quickly, take corrective action, and enhance employee training to reduce future risk.

Since then, the City has continued to expand its security capabilities, including added protections for sensitive systems such as police and emergency services, as well as safeguards for remote access and public-facing websites. These tools have become a critical part of the City’s overall security infrastructure.

However, as the City’s cybersecurity systems have grown, so have the ongoing needs for support, maintenance, and updates. Maintaining a secure and resilient environment requires specialized expertise and consistent upkeep.

This is where Infobond plays a vital role. In addition to providing the necessary technology, Infobond offers the technical knowledge and support that go beyond what City IT staff can provide alone. Their services help ensure the City’s security tools remain up to date, fully supported, and capable of defending against evolving cyber threats.

Omnia Partners is one of the largest cooperative purchasing organizations in the United States. They leverage the collective buying power of their vast network of members to negotiate favorable contracts with a wide range of suppliers for various products and services, allowing government agencies to access better pricing and streamlined procurement processes, saving time and money.

Infobond is listed as an authorized reseller partner on at least one Omnia Partners contract. Specifically, Infobond appears on the "Omnia Partners Contract 01-154 Authorized Reseller Partners" list, as well as the "NCPA An Omnia Partners Company 01-154 Authorized Reseller Partners" list. This indicates that Infobond can provide products and services under this specific cooperative contract.

Infobond, Inc. for IT Security Products, Licenses, and Support CONSENT Calendar July 29, 2025

ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILITY AND CLIMATE IMPACTS
IT actively works to incorporate eco-friendly practices into its technology infrastructure and prioritizes the procurement of energy-efficient hardware that aligns with both its operational needs and City climate goals.

The security equipment in use – such as firewalls, VPNs, and web application firewalls – has been selected not only for its effectiveness in protecting sensitive City systems, but also for its energy efficiency, durability, and long-life cycle. These features help reduce the frequency of hardware replacements, lower power consumption, and minimize the City's overall environmental footprint. Additionally, compatibility with cloud services and virtualization allows for reduced reliance on physical equipment, further supporting sustainability efforts.

RATIONALE FOR RECOMMENDATION
Through the utilization of the competitively bid Infobond cooperative agreement, the City is able to procure technology products and services at highly competitive rates, benefiting from volume-based pricing and a streamlined procurement process. This contract facilitates efficient purchasing while ensuring access to high-quality, enterprise-grade security solutions at a cost-effective price.

As part of this initiative, the City acquires hardware equipped with automated update capabilities, which significantly reduces the manual effort traditionally required to maintain cybersecurity infrastructure. These updates are designed to be non-disruptive, thereby minimizing service interruptions and alleviating the operational burden on IT staff.

The financial efficiencies realized through the Infobond agreement – coupled with productivity gains from automation – enable the City to sustain a robust cybersecurity posture without incurring additional costs associated with system downtime. This approach represents a fiscally responsible and operationally sound long-term investment in the City's technology infrastructure.

ALTERNATIVE ACTIONS CONSIDERED
While City staff considered procuring and deploying these systems internally, City staff do not have the capacity or required specialized expertise to properly support these systems. To bridge this gap, the City partners with Infobond, a vendor that offers both advanced security products and access to highly qualified technical experts. Infobond also provides competitive pricing through cooperative agreements, making this partnership both cost-effective and operationally sound.

CONTACT PERSON
Kevin C. Fong, Director of Information Technology, (510) 981-6541 Attachments:
1: Resolution

Infobond, Inc. for IT Security Products, Licenses, and Support CONSENT Calendar July 29, 2025
RESOLUTION NO. ##,###-N.S.

CONTRACT: INFOBOND INC. LEVERAGING THE OMNIA PARTNERS

COOPERATIVE CONTRACT FOR INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SECURITY

PRODUCTS, LICENSES, AND SUPPORT
WHEREAS, the City of Berkeley continues to face increasingly complex and evolving cybersecurity threats that require proactive and adaptive defense strategies; and WHEREAS, it is critical to maintain a robust, enterprise-grade security infrastructure to protect City systems and data – including both internal operations and public-facing services such as City web applications, the 311 service portal, and other essential digital services; and
WHEREAS, legacy firewalls and security tools require frequent manual updates and oversight, resulting in increased staff workload, service interruptions, and overall inefficiencies; and
WHEREAS, following a thorough evaluation of leading cybersecurity solutions, the City’s Information Technology Department (“IT”) selected and deployed integrated firewall, VPN, and security services that have proven effective in minimizing downtime, reducing staff overhead, and protecting the City’s network from malware and ransomware attacks; and
WHEREAS, the City requires a reliable technology partner that can provide not only cost- effective, enterprise-level security products but also specialized expertise and ongoing support that extends beyond the capacity of in-house resources; and WHEREAS, Omnia Partners is one of the largest cooperative purchasing organizations in the United States that negotiates favorable contracts with a wide range of suppliers for various products and services, allowing government agencies to access better pricing and streamlined procurement processes, saving time and money; and WHEREAS, Infobond is listed as an authorized reseller partner on the "Omnia Partners Contract 01-154 Authorized Reseller Partners" list, as well as the "NCPA An Omnia Partners Company 01-154 Authorized Reseller Partners" list indicating that Infobond can provide products and services under this specific cooperative contract; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Council of the City of Berkeley that the City Manager or designee is authorized to execute a contract with Infobond, Inc. for the purchase of information technology security products, licenses, support, and related services utilizing the Omnia Partners cooperative contract #01-154 in an amount not to exceed $1,000,000, for the period of July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2027.

Office of the City Manager
2180 Milvia Street, Berkeley, CA 94704 ● Tel: (510) 981-7000 ● TDD: (510) 981-6903 ● Fax: (510) 981-7099 E-Mail: [email protected] Website: https://berkeleyca.gov/

CONSENT CALENDAR
July 29, 2025
To: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
From: Paul Buddenhagen, City Manager
Submitted by: Terrance Davis, Director, Department of Public Works Subject: Contract No. 32300096 Amendment: SCS Engineers for Landfill Post-Closure Maintenance and Monitoring Services

RECOMMENDATION
Adopt a Resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute an amendment to Contract No. 32300096 with SCS Engineers for maintenance, monitoring, and compliance services related to the closed landfill at Cesar Chavez Park, increasing the contract amount by $1,834,000 for a total not to exceed amount of $4,078,022.

FISCAL IMPACTS OF RECOMMENDATION
Funding for this amendment in the amount of $1,834,000 is available in the FY 2026 adopted budget in the Zero Waste Fund (601).

CURRENT SITUATION AND ITS EFFECTS
The City relies on the resources and expertise of qualified consultants to maintain the landfill gas collection and flare system at Cesar Chavez Park, and to monitor surface and subsurface conditions at the closed landfill in compliance with regulatory agencies.

The current contract with SCS Engineers (“SCS”) for landfill post-closure maintenance, monitoring, and compliance services was authorized by Council on September 20, 2022, by Resolution No. 70,532-N.S. An amendment to the current contract was authorized by Council on May 14, 2024 by Resolution No. 71,330-N.S. This contract and second amendment cover services for the period of January 1, 2023 to June 30, 2026 in an amount not to exceed $2,244,022.

From January 1, 2023 to May 30, 2025, payment for services has been authorized to SCS for approximately 94% of the total approved contract amount. The expedited contract spending was triggered by a series of Notices of Violations (“NOVs”) issued by the Bay Area Air Quality Management District (BAAQMD) Board to the City, preparations for a variance request to BAAQMD for these violations, and a subsequent hearing with the BAAQMD Hearing Board. Following the hearing, BAAQMD denied the City’s variance request and issued an Abatement Order. The order mandates compliance actions and conditions beyond routine monitoring and maintenance activities that City staff can accomplish.

Contract No. 32300096 Amendment: CONSENT CALENDAR
SCS Engineers for Landfill Post-Closure
Maintenance and Monitoring Services July 29, 2025

In addition to the Abatement Order, the San Francisco Bay Regional Water Quality Control Board (RWQCB) issued various requirements for the City for radiological testing at the closed landfill and reports summarizing the testing results and a requirement to address elevated leachate levels in the subsurface gas collection system. The radiological testing requirements are based on a January 18, 2024 letter from the RWQCB indicating that industrial waste materials from the Stauffer Chemical Company (later known as Zeneca) Richmond Plant may have been disposed at the former landfill between 1960 and 1971. The requirement to address elevated leachate levels is a result of an October 3, 2024 letter from RWQCB indicating that leachate must be collected and removed from the gas wells in order to allow proper function of the gas collection and flare system.

These additional contracted work items have also helped City staff to identify necessary long-term system upgrades and environmental improvements to enhance the efficiency and longevity of the gas collection system.

These actions and improvements are estimated to require $1,834,000 in additional funding over the next year.

In order to be compliant with the ongoing regulatory requirements and the City’s permit to operate the closed landfill, staff proposes amending the contract for SCS to increase expenditure authority. If this contract is not amended, the City cannot remain compliant with mandatory regulations. This could result in additional NOVs and potential financial penalties.

The services provided by the SCS contract support the Strategic Plan goal of providing state-of-the-art, well-maintained infrastructure, amenities, and facilities.

BACKGROUND
Cesar Chavez Park (previously known as North Waterfront Park) is located at the Berkeley Marina on the site of the former ninety-acre Berkeley Landfill. The Park has been open to the public for recreational use since 1991. BAAQMD issued the City an operations permit to monitor and maintain the landfill gas collection system, groundwater wells, leachate wells, and other surface and subsurface conditions in accordance with state regulations. Landfill post-closure compliance services are required for a forty to fifty-year period before the site can be permanently closed.

Beginning on November 22, 2021, the BAAQMD issued a series of NOVs related to non-compliant operation of the landfill gas collection system. On February 6, 2024, BAAQMD voted to issue an Abatement Order which requires the City to take a series of compliance actions to bring the closed landfill to full compliance. Actions include locating missing gas collection wells, testing, repairs of the gas collection system; and the development and implementation of a process to identify any gas seeping offsite.

Contract No. 32300096 Amendment: CONSENT CALENDAR
SCS Engineers for Landfill Post-Closure
Maintenance and Monitoring Services July 29, 2025

ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILITY AND CLIMATE IMPACTS
Hiring SCS to continue providing landfill post-closure engineering services will help ensure that greenhouse gases that emanating from the closed landfill are captured and incinerated before entering the atmosphere.

RATIONALE FOR RECOMMENDATION
The services requested are required to comply with the landfill post-closure operations permit and the Abatement Order. Continuing with the same contractor ensures ongoing compliance measures are uninterrupted and consistent. The City lacks the in-house expertise or resources needed to fulfill these obligations.

ALTERNATIVE ACTIONS CONSIDERED
No alternative action was considered since compliance with federal, state, and regional regulatory requirements is mandatory.

CONTACT PERSON
Wahid Amiri, Deputy Director, Public Works, (510) 981-6396 Ronald A. Nevels, Manager of Engineering, Public Works, (510) 981-6439 Attachments:
1: Resolution – Amendment to Contract with SCS Engineers

Internal
RESOLUTION NO. ##,###-N.S.

CONTRACT NO. 32300096 AMENDMENT: SCS ENGINEERS
WHEREAS, the City is required to maintain the landfill gas collection and flare system at Cesar Chavez Park, as well as monitor surface and subsurface conditions at the closed landfill, in accordance with a post-closure permit issued by the Bay Area Air Quality Management District (“Air District”); and
WHEREAS, the City does not have the resources or expertise to fulfill the obligations of the landfill post-closure permit and requires the services of qualified firms to fulfill these obligations; and
WHEREAS, on June 28, 2022, the City released a Request for Qualifications (Specification No. 22-11521-C) seeking firms to provide professional services for the landfill post-closure maintenance and monitoring project at Cesar Chavez Park and SCS Engineers was determined to be the best qualified bidder; and WHEREAS, on September 20, 2022, by Resolution No. 70,532-N.S., the City Council authorized Contract No. 32300096 with SCS Engineers for landfill post-closure maintenance and monitoring, in an amount not to exceed $714,022 for the contract period of January 1, 2023 to June 30, 2026; and
WHEREAS, on May 14, 2024, by Resolution No. 71,330-N.S., the City Council amended Contract No. 32300096 with SCS Engineers for landfill post-closure maintenance and monitoring, increasing it by an amount of $1,530,000 for a total amount not to exceed $2,244,022; and
WHEREAS, an Abatement Order was issued for the closed landfill by the Air District on February 16, 2024, which mandates compliance actions and conditions beyond routine monitoring and maintenance activities; and various orders have been issued by the San Francisco Bay Regional Water Quality Control Board (RWQCB) requiring testing, reporting, and other work beyond routine monitoring, and these actions these actions are estimated to require $1,834,000 of additional funding over the remainder of the contract term; and
WHEREAS, $1,834,000 is available in FY 2026 adopted budget in Zero Waste Fund (601).

NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Council of the City of Berkeley that the City Manager is hereby authorized to execute an amendment to Contract No. 32300096 with SCS Engineers for continuing engineering, monitoring, maintenance, and compliance services for the closed landfill, increasing the amount by $1,834,000 for a

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total amount not to exceed $4,078,022. A record signature copy of said contract and any amendments will be on file in the Office of the City Clerk.

Office of the City Manager
2180 Milvia Street, Berkeley, CA 94704 ● Tel: (510) 981-7000 ● TDD: (510) 981-6903 ● Fax: (510) 981-7099 E-Mail: [email protected] Website: https://berkeleyca.gov/

CONSENT CALENDAR
July 29, 2025
To: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
From: Paul Buddenhagen, City Manager
Submitted by: Terrance Davis, Director, Public Works
Subject: Trillium Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) 5-year Sole Source License and Operating Agreement

RECOMMENDATION
Adopt a Resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute a 5-year sole source license and operating agreement for compressed natural gas with Trillium CNG for the five-year period between FY2026 and FY2031, for a not-to-exceed amount of $250,000.

FISCAL IMPACTS OF RECOMMENDATION
Funding for the purchase of compressed natural gas (CNG) fuel is available in the adopted FY2026 Equipment Maintenance Fund (Fund 672).

CURRENT SITUATION AND ITS EFFECTS
California has approximately 304 public-access CNG stations, according to the U.S.

Department of Transportation. These stations primarily serve cars, light trucks, and vans, with a smaller number also dispensing liquefied natural gas (LNG) for heavy-duty vehicles. The stations are concentrated in metropolitan areas and along major transportation corridors.

The City has been using CNG to power most of its waste collection fleet since 2012. While fuel usage and associated costs have declined as the number of CNG vehicles in service has declined, there remains a broad community need for this resource. The City, Berkeley Unified School District, City residents, and residents from surrounding areas continue to rely upon CNG fuel. Since 1997, Trillium CNG has been managing and operating the only CNG fueling station system within City limits under a licensing agreement with the City. This licensing agreement expired June 30, 2024, and was not renewed. Therefore, Council approval for this request is needed to prevent disruption to the City’s supply of CNG for its fleet, public, and community partner vehicles.

BACKGROUND
On August 29, 1997, the Department of Public Works issued a Request for Proposals (Specification No. F-8209-98) for the Fabrication, Installation, and

Trillium Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) 5-year Sole Source License & Operating Agreement

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Operation/Management Service for Natural Gas Vehicle Fueling Equipment to be located at the City Transfer Station’s Clementina Site. Two agencies responded:

Pinnacle CNG Company and Trillium. Both applications were reviewed and evaluated by City staff, and Trillium was found to be the most responsive and responsible bidder.

On June 9, 1998, the City of Berkeley entered into a ten-year license agreement with Trillium to provide CNG fuel, and to build, operate and maintain a Compressed Natural Gas Facility located adjacent to the City’s Transfer Station.

In 2008, the City extended the agreement an additional five years with a new expiration date of December 2013.

In FY2010, the projected expenditures for CNG were anticipated to exceed the City Manger’s authorized threshold of $100,000. Therefore, the City Council approved Resolution 64,669-N.S. authorizing payment of $625,000 for the period FY 2010 through FY2014.

On September 13, 2016, by Council Resolution No. 67,662-N.S., the agreement was increased by $1,000,000 from $888,274 to $1,888,724 and extended through June 30, 2019. By mutual agreement, the term of the Contract was extended through June 30, 2024. The agreement expired on June 30, 2024 and Trillium interpreted the contract to be automatically extended. As a best practice, the City is executing a new sole source contract to retain services, rather than continuing to remain on the expired contract.

ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILITY AND CLIMATE IMPACTS
Natural gas is the cleanest burning alternative transportation fuel available today that can economically power light, medium, and heavy-duty vehicles. In comparison with diesel fuel, CNG significantly improves local air quality, reduces greenhouse gases (GHG), and minimizes the City’s carbon footprint. CNG is a cleaner burning alternative fuel low in pollutants, which is more environmentally friendly than diesel and has a reliable domestic resource base. The City has committed to use of appropriate alternative fuels that reduce GHG as part its Climate Action Plan.

RATIONALE FOR RECOMMENDATION
Trillium will continue managing and operating the City’s high volume CNG station. The Department of Public Works currently has a limited number of vehicles that use CNG fuel. However, while there are other CNG stations available in surrounding Bay Area cities, this high-volume station is open to the public and several private local entities (including Berkeley Unified School District) to fuel their vehicles.

ALTERNATIVE ACTIONS CONSIDERED
Closing the fueling station and ceasing to provide CNG on site at the Transfer Station is an alternative action. This would leave City fleet vehicles, particularly those involved in rubbish and recycling collection, Berkeley Unified School District, City residents and the surrounding areas without a local CNG fueling station. Decommissioning the fueling

Trillium Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) 5-year Sole Source License & Operating Agreement

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station and issuing an RFP would require removal of the fueling station and would be cost prohibitive.

CONTACT PERSON
Leticia Jaurequi, Solid Waste & Recycling Manager, Public Works (510) 981-6362 Attachments:
1: Resolution

RESOLUTION NO. ##,###-N.S.

TRILLIUM COMPRESSED NATURAL GAS (CNG) 5-YEAR SOLE SOURCE LICENSE & OPERATING AGREEMENT

WHEREAS, on August 29, 1997, an invitation for bid was duly advertised, the City’s Public Works staff evaluated all bids submitted; the bid was awarded to Trillium USA (now Trillium CNG), determined to be the most qualified bidder; and

WHEREAS, on June 14, 2005, the Berkeley City Council adopted Resolution No. 62,943-N.S., authorizing the City Manager to increase the purchase order for compressed natural gas (CNG) with Trillium CNG and authorizing expenditures not to exceed $200,000 annually for Fiscal Years 2006 through 2008; and

WHEREAS, on October 27, 2009, the Berkeley City Council adopted Resolution No. 64,669-N.S., authorizing the City Manager to increase the purchase order for compressed natural gas (CNG) with Trillium CNG and authorizing expenditures not to exceed $625,000 for Fiscal Years 2010 through 2014; and

WHEREAS, on September 13, 2016, by Council Resolution No. 67,662-N.S., the agreement was increased $1,000,000 from $888,274 to $1,888,724 and extended through June 30, 2019; and

WHEREAS, by mutual agreement, the term of the Contract was extended through June 30, 2024, and expired at the end of the term and Trillium interpreted the contract to be automatically extended; and

WHEREAS, the City will enter into a new contract with funds available in the Fiscal Year 2026 adopted budget in Equipment Maintenance Fund 672.

NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Council of the City of Berkeley that the City Manager is authorized to enter into a five-year sole source license and operating agreement for compressed natural gas with Trillium CNG for the five-year period Fiscal Year 2026 through Fiscal Year 2031 for a not-to-exceed amount of $250,000.

Office of the City Manager
2180 Milvia Street, Berkeley, CA 94704 ● Tel: (510) 981-7000 ● TDD: (510) 981-6903 ● Fax: (510) 981-7099 E-Mail: [email protected] Website: https://berkeleyca.gov/

CONSENT CALENDAR
July 29, 2025
To: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
From: Paul Buddenhagen, City Manager
Submitted by: Terrance Davis, Director, Public Works
Subject: Contract Amendment No. 32100070: Urban Ore, Inc. for Salvage Operations at the City of Berkeley Transfer Station

RECOMMENDATION
Adopt a Resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract amendment No. 32100070 with Urban Ore, Inc. for salvage operations of reusable materials at the City's Transfer Station, increasing the contract by $75,000 from $189,848 to $264,848, for a new not-to-exceed amount of $264,848 and extending the term through June 30, 2027.

FISCAL IMPACTS OF RECOMMENDATION
Funding for this amendment is available in the FY2026 adopted budget in Zero Waste Fund 601.

CURRENT SITUATION AND ITS EFFECTS
For the past 25 years, Urban Ore has salvaged more than 800 tons annually of reusable materials from the City of Berkeley's Transfer Station. Those items are resold at Urban Ore’s retail store located at the intersection of Ashby Avenue and 7th Street in West Berkeley.

This contract extension will allow the City to continue to reduce materials that would otherwise be sent to the landfill, supporting increased diversion and the City’s Zero Waste Goal. The amendment will increase the not-to-exceed amount to cover regular operations and extend existing service levels until June 30, 2027.

The Urban Ore salvage program is a Strategic Plan Priority Project that advances our goal to be a global leader in addressing climate change, advancing environmental justice, and protecting the environment.

BACKGROUND
Since 2000, the Urban Ore Salvage and Recycling operation has stationed a box truck and staffing at the City's Transfer Station during regular business hours to salvage reusable household goods and building materials from discarded objects. Urban Ore staff identify reusable items from loads delivered to the Transfer Station by Zero Waste

Contract Amendment No. 32100070: Urban Ore, Inc. for
Salvage Operations at the City of Berkeley Transfer Station CONSENT CALENDAR July 29, 2025

employees. In many cases, discarded materials are salvaged and prepared for resale, which allows those materials to be diverted from waste streams.

For more than a decade, Urban Ore has been the only local salvage operation able to provide a suitable diversion service on-site at the City’s Transfer Station, while maintaining a local retail outlet for salvaged goods and materials. Urban Ore’s proven safety record, environmental commitment, and quality customer service have made them an important City partner.

ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILITY AND CLIMATE IMPACTS
The Urban Ore mission statement, “our purpose is to end the age of waste by advocating and developing total recycling,” demonstrates a committed environmental vision with recycling as a key component to all aspects of their operation. Urban Ore has reclaimed more than 800 tons annually from the City’s Transfer Station, which increases the City's diversion rate, and reduces greenhouse gas emissions.

RATIONALE FOR RECOMMENDATION
This salvage and reuse/recycling program supports increased diversion of materials from landfills and helps move the City toward its Zero Waste Goal. In addition, the Transfer Station’s operational expenses associated with waste hauling are also reduced.

ALTERNATIVE ACTIONS CONSIDERED
Opting to discontinue this salvageable waste diversion program will increase City use of area landfills, increase greenhouse gas emissions from long-haul transportation of waste materials, and will negatively impact the Zero Waste Division budget. Alternative service providers to operate this contract have not been identifiable, due to the unique nature of this work and the requirements for a nearby storefront to resale the salvageable items.

CONTACT PERSON
Leticia Jauregui, Solid Waste and Recycling Division Manager (510) 981-6362 Attachments:
1: Resolution

RESOLUTION NO. ##,###-N.S.

CONTRACT NO. 3210070 AMENDMENT: URBAN ORE, INC.

WHEREAS, Urban Ore is the only local salvage operation able to provide a suitable diversion service on-site at the Transfer Station, which reduces landfill-bound waste by 800 tons each year by returning useable materials to the community; and WHEREAS, this salvage and reuse/recycling program helps move the City toward its zero waste goals, while reducing the Transfer Station’s operational expenses associated with increased landfill use, and reducing greenhouse gas emissions caused by long-haul trucks; and
WHEREAS, Urban Ore’s proven safety record, environmental commitment, and quality customer service have made them an important zero waste partner; and WHEREAS, Council on July 1, 2020, by Resolution 69,434-N.S. Council authorized Contract No. 32100070; and
WHEREAS, on June 1, 2023, the City Manager of the City of Berkeley authorized an amendment extending the Contract through June 30, 2025; and WHEREAS, on July 25, 2023, by Resolution No. 71,003, the Berkeley City Council authorized an amendment of said Contract; and
WHEREAS, funding for this contract amendment is available in Zero Waste Fund 601.

WHEREAS, the Urban Ore salvage program is a Strategic Plan Priority Project that advances our goal to be a global leader in addressing climate change, advancing environmental justice, and protecting the environment; and WHEREAS, opting to discontinue this salvageable waste removal and diversion program will increase City use of area landfills, and negatively impact the Zero Waste Division budget.

NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Council of the City of Berkeley authorizes the City Manager or designee to execute a contract amendment with Urban Ore, Inc. for salvage operations at the City's Transfer Station increasing the Contract by $75,000 from $189,848 to $264,848 for a new not-to-exceed amount of $264,848 and a new term that extends the contract by two years through June 30, 2027. A record signature copy of said contract and any amendments to be on file in the Office of the City Clerk.

Office of the City Manager
2180 Milvia Street, Berkeley, CA 94704 ● Tel: (510) 981-7000 ● TDD: (510) 981-6903 ● Fax: (510) 981-7099 E-Mail: [email protected] Website: http://www.CityofBerkeley.info/Manager

CONSENT CALENDAR
July 29, 2025
To: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
From: Paul Buddenhagen, City Manager
Submitted by: Terrance Davis, Director, Public Works
Subject: Authorization to Apply for CalRecycle Waste Reduction, Reuse, Recycling, and Composting Grants and Payment Programs

RECOMMENDATION
Adopt a Resolution authorizing the City Manager to submit grant applications, accept grant funds, and execute any resulting grant agreements, amendments and expenditure reports with the Department of Resource Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycle) for grant and payment programs related to waste reduction, reuse, recycling, and composting.

FISCAL IMPACTS OF RECOMMENDATION
The City of Berkeley is eligible to apply for various CalRecycle grants in amounts ranging from $10,000 to $500,000 annually. No matching funds are required. The grant funds are utilized to implement programs related to achieving the City’s Zero Waste goals through source-reduction, reuse, recycling, and/or composting.

CURRENT SITUATION AND ITS EFFECTS
CalRecycle releases numerous grants and payment programs on an annual basis that help fund City of Berkeley waste reduction and recycling programs. CalRecycle requires an authorized Council Resolution to allow the City to apply for any CalRecycle competitive and non-competitive grants and payment programs. CalRecycle has also required that the City update its resolution for the SB 1383 Local Assistance Grant Program (LAGP).

CalRecycle routinely provides funds to support implementation of City ordinances, such as the Single Use Foodware and Litter Reduction Ordinance, and state legislative requirements, such as SB1383 the Short-Lived Climate Pollutants Reduction Act. The attached resolution meets CalRecycle’s grant application requirements that will allow the City to apply for any available grants for which the City is eligible to apply within a five-year time frame. Five years is the maximum length of time for an authorizing City Council Resolution allowable by CalRecycle.

Internal
Authorization to Apply for CalRecycle Waste Reduction, Reuse, Recycling, and Compost Program Grants and Payment Programs July 29, 2025

BACKGROUND
The Public Works Department applies for and manages CalRecycle non-competitive grants and payment programs, such as the Local Assistance Grant Program, City/County Beverage Container Recycling Payment Program and the Used Oil Payment Program.

The City has an existing Resolution authorizing the City Manager to apply for the City/County Beverage Container Recycling Payment Program (Resolution No. 68,698- N.S.), Used Oil Payment Program (Resolution No. 65,028-N.S.), and Local Assistance Grant Program (Resolution; No. 69,546-N.S.); however, these resolutions are specific to these payment programs and do not allow the City to apply for any other CalRecycle competitive or non-competitive grants, which often have short application timelines. The City has an existing Resolution authorizing the City Manager to apply for all CalRecycle grants (Resolution No. 56,776-N.S.); however, that resolution was approved November 24, 1992.

ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILITY AND CLIMATE IMPACTS
CalRecycle grant funding is utilized to implement waste-reduction, reuse, recycling and composting programs that help achieve the City’s Zero Waste goal and Climate Action Plan Goals.

RATIONALE FOR RECOMMENDATION
If approved, the attached resolution will allow staff to apply for CalRecycle grants and payment programs as they become available to help fund programs to reduce waste and benefit community members.

ALTERNATIVE ACTIONS CONSIDERED
None. Without an updated resolution, staff cannot apply for CalRecycle grant funding, or other available waste reduction, recycling, and composting grants.

CONTACT PERSON
Julia A. Heath, Recycling Program Manager, Public Works, (510) 981-6357.

Attachments:
1: Resolution

Internal
RESOLUTION NO. ##,###-N.S.

RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING SUBMITTAL OF APPLICATIONS FOR ALL

CALRECYCLE GRANTS FOR WHICH THE CITY OF BERKELEY IS ELIGIBLE WHEREAS, Public Resources Code sections 48000 et seq. authorize the Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycle) to administer various competitive, non- competitive grant and payment program funds in furtherance of the State of California’s (state) efforts to reduce, recycle and reuse solid waste generated in the state thereby preserving landfill capacity and protecting public health and safety and the environment; and
WHEREAS, in furtherance of this authority CalRecycle is required to establish procedures governing the application, awarding, and management of the grants; and WHEREAS, CalRecycle grant application procedures require, among other things, an applicant’s governing body to declare by resolution certain authorizations related to the administration of CalRecycle grants.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City of Berkeley authorizes the submittal of application(s) to CalRecycle for all grants for which the City of Berkeley is eligible.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City Manager, or his/her designee, is hereby authorized and empowered to execute in the name of the City of Berkeley all grant documents, including but not limited to, applications, agreements, amendments and requests for payment, necessary to secure grant funds and implement the approved grant project.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that these authorizations are effective for five (5) years from the date of adoption of this resolution.

Office of the City Manager
2180 Milvia Street, Berkeley, CA 94704 ● Tel: (510) 981-7000 ● TDD: (510) 981-6903 ● Fax: (510) 981-7099 E-Mail: [email protected] Website: https://berkeleyca.gov/

CONSENT CALENDAR
July 29, 2025
To: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
From: Paul Buddenhagen, City Manager
Submitted by: Terrance Davis, Director, Public Works
Subject: Contract: Environmental Logistics, Inc. and Advanced Chemical Transport, LLC for On-Call Hazardous Waste Management

RECOMMENDATION
Adopt two Resolutions authorizing the City Manager to:

1. Execute a three-year contract and any amendments with Environmental Logistics, Inc. to provide on-call hazardous waste disposal at various City facilities and locations for a total amount not to exceed $200,000 for an initial three-year term from August 1, 2025, to August 1, 2028, with an option of two one-year extensions, for a maximum term of five years. The service rates will be adjusted annually in accordance with the Consumer Price Index and the terms of the agreement.

2. Execute a three-year contract and any amendment with Advanced Chemical Transport, LLC to provide on-call hazardous waste disposal at various City facilities and locations for a total amount not to exceed $150,000 for an initial three-year term from August 1, 2025, to August 1, 2028, with an option of two one-year extensions, for a maximum term of five years. The service rates will be adjusted annually in accordance with the Consumer Price Index and the terms of the agreement.

FISCAL IMPACTS OF RECOMMENDATION
The execution of both contracts for on-call hazardous waste management will not exceed $350,000 in total. Annual expenditures are anticipated to be approximately $115,000. Funding in the amount of $350,000 is available in the Zero Waste Fund (Fund 601) FY2026 adopted budget. The available budget is sufficient to fund scheduled mandatory hazardous waste disposal services. Additional costs may include as needed hazardous waste management due to spill response or other emergencies.

Funding for future years is subject to Council’s approval of the proposed citywide budget for Fiscal Years 2027-2028.

Contract: Environmental Logistics and Advanced Chemical Transport CONSENT CALENDAR for On-Call Hazardous Waste Management July 29, 2025

CURRENT SITUATION AND ITS EFFECTS
The City requires hazardous waste management contract services at various locations on an as-needed basis to recycle or dispose of both City generated and illegally dumped waste. Contractors must have the experience, qualifications, and capacity to collect, transport, and dispose of hazardous waste. The terms of these contracts include hazardous waste characterization and disposal, as well as providing handling materials for waste storage and transport.

On February 27, 2025, the City released Request for Proposal (RFP) #25-116705-C for hazardous waste management services. The solicitation was open for fifty-four days and the City received four responses. The evaluation criteria used to rate the proposals were as follows: Expertise & References (30%), Cost (30%), and Firm Qualifications and Experience (40%).

As a result of the competitive proposal solicitation that was conducted, Environmental Logistics Inc. and Advanced Chemical Transport LLC were determined to be the most responsive and responsible bidders. Both companies were highly recommended by professional references and had competitive pricing for services. These agreements are for a term of three years, with an option to extend by two, one-year extensions.

The On-Call Hazardous Waste Management Contracts are aligned with the City’s Strategic Plan Priorities of advancing our goal to provide state-of-the-art, well- maintained infrastructure, amenities, and facilities and to be a global leader in protecting the environment.

BACKGROUND
The City is responsible for ensuring proper disposal of abandoned hazardous waste found in the public right-of-way, illegally disposed of at the City’s Transfer Station, and assisting in response to accidental spills or discharges on public property. In addition, the Public Works Department coordinates the disposal of City generated hazardous waste. The City also operates two public used oil take back programs; one at the City’s Marina and the other at the City’s Transfer Station. The used oil from these programs will be recycled by the contractor.

The hazardous waste contractor will provide proper clean-up, collection, storage, handling, recycling, reuse, treatment, packaging, documentation, transportation, transfer, and disposal of hazardous waste. The City does not operate a household hazardous waste facility and directs residents and businesses to utilize the County’s facilities. In addition, there may be special projects such as storage tank cleaning, contaminated soil removal, and emergency response services requested of the contractor.

Contract: Environmental Logistics and Advanced Chemical Transport CONSENT CALENDAR for On-Call Hazardous Waste Management July 29, 2025

ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILITY AND CLIMATE IMPACTS
State and federal requirements for environmental compliance and sustainability ensure minimal environmental impact from City activities. Public Works addresses these through contracting with vendors like Environmental Logistics Inc. and Advanced Chemical Transport LLC. Failure to manage hazardous waste could result in contamination of soil, surface or groundwaters by used oil or other hazardous waste.

RATIONALE FOR RECOMMENDATION
A contractor must be selected, as City staff do not have the equipment, capacity, or appropriate training certifications to ensure compliance with state and federal requirements for hazardous waste management. The selection of a contractor additionally ensures that there are no negative environmental impacts from hazardous waste that has been improperly disposed.

ALTERNATIVE ACTIONS CONSIDERED
No other alternative actions were considered due to the regulatory needs. The City issued a solicitation for proposals and exercised due diligence in evaluating the bids to satisfy the competitive process. Failure to execute these contracts will results in compliance issues and exposure to regulatory fines.

CONTACT PERSON
Robert Hernandez, Environmental Compliance Specialist, Department of Public Works (510) 981-6644
Joy Brown, Operations Manager, Department of Public Works (510) 981-6629 Attachments:
1: Resolution
2: Resolution
3: Abstract of Bid Worksheet

RESOLUTION NO. ##,###-N.S.

CONTRACT: ENVIRONMENTAL LOGISTICS INC. FOR ON-CALL HAZARDOUS

WASTE MANAGEMENT
WHEREAS, hazardous waste management services are critical for regulatory compliance at various city locations; and
WHEREAS, the City does not have appropriately trained and certified staff or equipment to perform these services at these sites, which an outside vendor has traditionally served; and
WHEREAS, no City employees are displaced by this contract; and WHEREAS, on February 27, 2025, the City released RFP #25-116705-C for hazardous waste management services. The solicitation was open for fifty-four days and the City received four responses; and
WHEREAS, as a result of the competitive proposal solicitation that was held for providing on-call hazardous waste management services to various city locations and facilities, both Environmental Logistics Inc. and Advanced Chemical Transport LLC were determined to be the most responsive and responsible bidders; and
WHEREAS, funding in the amount of $200,000 for the contract is available in Fiscal Year 2026 adopted budget in Zero Waste Fund 601; and
WHEREAS, additional funding for unforeseen emergency expenses or planned projects will be appropriated as part of the budget process; and WHEREAS, funding for budget allocations for future fiscal years are subject to adoption of the budget by the Council.

NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Council of the City of Berkeley authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract with Environmental Logistics Inc. to provide on- call hazardous waste management services at various city facilities and locations for a total amount not to exceed $200,000 for an initial three-year term from August 1, 2025, to August 1, 2028, with an option of two one-year extensions for a maximum term of five years.

RESOLUTION NO. ##,###-N.S.

CONTRACT: ADVANCED CHEMICAL TRANSPORT, LLC FOR ON-CALL

HAZARDOUS WASTE MANAGEMENT
WHEREAS, hazardous waste management services are critical for regulatory compliance at various city locations; and
WHEREAS, the City does not have appropriately trained and certified staff or equipment to perform these services at these sites, which an outside vendor has traditionally served; and
WHEREAS, no City employees are displaced by this contract; and WHEREAS, on February 27, 2025, the City released RFP #25-116705-C for hazardous waste management services. The solicitation was open for fifty-four days and the City received four responses; and
WHEREAS, as a result of the competitive proposal solicitation that was held for providing on-call hazardous waste management services to various city locations and facilities, both Environmental Logistics, Inc. and Advanced Chemical Transport, LLC were determined to be the most responsive and responsible bidders; and
WHEREAS, funding in the amount of $150,000 for the contract is available in FY 2026 adopted budget in Zero Waste Fund 601; and
WHEREAS, additional funding for unforeseen emergency expenses or planned projects will be appropriated as part of the budget process; and WHEREAS, funding for budget allocations for future fiscal years are subject to adoption of the budget by the City Council.

NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Council of the City of Berkeley authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract with Advanced Chemical Transport LLC to provide on-call hazardous waste management services at various city facilities and locations for a total amount not to exceed $150,000 for an initial three-year term from August 1, 2025 to August 1, 2028 with an option of two one-year extensions for a maximum term of five years.

Office of the City Manager
2180 Milvia Street, Berkeley, CA 94704 ● Tel: (510) 981-7000 ● TDD: (510) 981-6903 ● Fax: (510) 981-7099 E-Mail: [email protected] Website: http://www.CityofBerkeley.info/Manager

CONSENT CALENDAR
July 29, 2025
To: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
From: Paul Buddenhagen, City Manager
Submitted by: Terrance Davis, Director, Public Works Department Subject: Approval and Levy of 2018 Clean Stormwater Fee in FY 2026

RECOMMENDATION
Adopt a Resolution approving the proposed adjusted fees for the 2018 Clean Stormwater Fee and ordering the levy of the fees in Fiscal Year 2026.

FISCAL IMPACTS OF RECOMMENDATION
The Resolution would approve and order the levy of the 2018 Clean Stormwater Fee in Fiscal Year (FY) 2026. The fees are to be filed with the Alameda County Auditor and included in the County’s assessment roll. After collection by the County the total amount of the assessment minus a collection fee is paid to the City of Berkeley. The revenue is posted in the Clean Storm Water Fund (Fund 616).

Approximately $3.35 million is expected to be collected from the 2018 Clean Stormwater Fee in FY 2026. Pursuant to the requirements of Article XIII D of the California Constitution, revenues derived from property-related fees shall not exceed the funds required to provide the service. The fund forecast included as Table 1 demonstrates compliance with this requirement.

Table 1 - FY 2026 Fund 616 Forecast
Beginning Balance $ 11,423,437
Clean Stormwater Program Expenditures $ 7,260,350
Revenue
Clean Stormwater Fee (1991) $ 1,914,061
2018 Clean Stormwater Fee $ 3,196,656
2018 Clean Stormwater Fee - CPI increase $ 153,321
Total Revenue $ 5,264,037
To (from) Clean Storm Water Fund
Reserves
$ (1,996,313)
Ending Balance $ 9,427,124
A deficit of approximately $2 million is forecast for the Clean Storm Water Fund in FY 2026. The deficit can be covered by available fund reserves in the Clean Storm Water

2018 Clean Stormwater Fee – FY 2026 CONSENT CALENDAR
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Fund. The deficit is a result of an accumulation of capital expenditures expected for FY 2026. These capital expenditures include the construction phase of the FY 2025 Drainage Improvements Project, continued development of the Stormwater Master Plan, and the design phase of the West Berkeley & Aquatic Park Improvement Project.

CURRENT SITUATION AND ITS EFFECTS
The 2018 Clean Stormwater Fee (“2018 Fee”) is subject to an annual adjustment tied to the Consumer Price Index - U for the San Francisco Bay Area as of December of each succeeding year (the “CPI”). Per the voter approved measure, any increase in the CPI in excess of 3% shall be cumulatively reserved as “Unused CPI” and shall be used to increase the maximum authorized rate in years in which the CPI is less than 3%. For the period beginning in December 2023 and ending in December 2024, the CPI increased by 2.38%. Using the current accumulated “Unused CPI” balance of 2.74%, the proposed adjustment for FY 2026 can be increased to the prescribed maximum of 3%. A balance of 2.12% “Unused CPI” remains to be used in future years.

As approved by voters, the annual adjustment may be calculated by taking the sum of the 1991 Clean Stormwater Fee (“1991 Fee”) and the 2018 Clean Stormwater Fee and multiplying the sum by the allowable CPI increase. Calculating the adjustment in this manner allows for the inclusion of a 1991 Fee adjustment as part of the annual 2018 Fee increase. The cumulative adjustment of the 1991 Fee and the 2018 Fee, result in 2018 Fee increases of approximately 4.70%.

The table below details prior year and proposed FY 2026 annual rates for the property- related fee.

Table 2 - Summary of Annual Rates for 2018 Clean Stormwater Fee Rate Category FY 2025 Fee
Proposed
FY 2026 Fee Unit
Single-Family Residential
Small $ 46.42 $ 48.59 parcel
Medium $ 58.03 $ 60.74 parcel
Large $ 70.18 $ 73.45 parcel
Condominium $ 46.42 $ 48.59 parcel
Single-Family Residential parcels with multiple single-family residences pay 22% higher rate
Non-Single-Family
Residential**
Multi-Family Residential $ 1,012.25 $ 1,059.59 acre
Comm / Industrial / Parking $ 1,129.95 $ 1,182.79 acre Office $ 1,059.33 $ 1,108.87 acre
Institutional / Church $ 965.17 $ 1,010.30 acre
School / Hospital $ 882.77 $ 924.06 acre

2018 Clean Stormwater Fee – FY 2026 CONSENT CALENDAR
July 29, 2025

Recreational $ 682.68 $ 714.61 acre
Park $ 70.62 $ 73.92 acre
Vacant (developed) $ 58.85 $ 61.60 acre
Open Space / Agricultural exempt
* Single-Family Residential category also includes duplex, triplex and four- plex units.
** Non-Single-Family Residential parcel size is calculated to the tenth of an acre or portion thereof
Detailed calculations of the annual adjustment and the corresponding rate increases are included in the 2018 Clean Stormwater Fee - Fiscal Year 2026 Adjustment Report (Attachment 2). Adoption of the Resolution would approve and order the levy of the 2018 Fee in FY 2026 at the rates described in this report. Following adoption, the fees will be filed with the Alameda County Auditor and included on the County’s assessment roll for collection. Revenue from the Fee will provide needed funding for the Stormwater Program which includes flood management, compliance with clean water requirements, operations and maintenance, and major capital improvements, all of which advance the City’s Strategic Plan goals of providing state-of-the-art, well-maintained infrastructure, amenities, and facilities; and being a global leader in addressing climate change, advancing environmental justice, and protecting the environment.

BACKGROUND
In 1991, the City was required to obtain a National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit from the San Francisco Bay Regional Water Quality Control Board to improve the water quality of urban runoff and discharge storm water runoff to the City’s waterways. The permit requires that the City implement a stormwater control program and best management practices.

To meet the NDPES permit requirements, the City implemented a Clean Storm Water Fee in 1991 for all residences and businesses in the City. The City has been collecting approximately $2 million annually for this fee and rates have not been increased since the fee was established in 1991. Initially, collected revenues were sufficient to fund ongoing maintenance, operations, and capital improvements. However, beginning in Fiscal Year 2014, the program began operating at a deficit. In 2018, in an effort to increase revenues for the program, the City introduced the 2018 Clean Stormwater Initiative to establish a new property-related fee to be assessed separately and in addition to the existing 1991 Fee. Following a Proposition 218 process the initiative was approved by voters and the City Council adopted Resolution No. 68,483-N.S., ordering the levy. The assessment has been levied for the 2019 through 2025 fiscal years.

ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILITY AND CLIMATE IMPACTS
The 2018 Clean Stormwater Fee provides a secure funding source for environmental protection related to the impacts of stormwater on creeks and the San Francisco Bay.

2018 Clean Stormwater Fee – FY 2026 CONSENT CALENDAR
July 29, 2025

The fee maintains operations and maintenance activities and reduces environmental impacts of flooding, sink holes, trash, and debris.

RATIONALE FOR RECOMMENDATION
The additional funding will allow the City to fund the operating deficit without the use of resources from the General Fund, continue maintenance service levels, meet clean water regulatory requirements, and develop a long-term financial plan for capital projects, to continue improving water quality and minimizing the impacts of flooding in local areas.

CONTACT PERSON
Wahid Amiri, Deputy Director, Department of Public Works, (510) 981-6396 Ronald Nevels, Manager of Engineering, Public Works, (510) 981-6439 Ricardo Salcedo, Acting Supervising Civil Engineer, Public Works, (510) 981-6407 Attachments:
1: Resolution – Ordering the Levy of 2018 Clean Stormwater Fee in Fiscal Year 2026 2: 2018 Clean Stormwater Fee – Fiscal Year 2026 Adjustment Report

Internal
RESOLUTION NO. ##,###-N.S.

APPROVING THE LEVY AND COLLECTION OF THE CITY OF BERKELEY 2018 CLEAN STORMWATER FEE IN FISCAL YEAR 2026
WHEREAS, on February 13, 2018, the Council adopted Resolutions No. 68,334-N.S. and No. 68,335-N.S., to initiate the property related fee process and establish the balloting procedures for the 2018 Clean Stormwater Initiative consistent with California Constitution Article XIII D; and
WHEREAS, on April 3, 2018, the council conducted a public hearing at which a majority protest was not achieved, and subsequently adopted Resolution No. 68,831-N.S. directing the mailing of fee ballots to all property owners of properties within the City subject to the fee; and
WHEREAS, on May 29, 2018, following tabulation of fee ballots and confirming voter approval of the 2018 Clean Stormwater Initiative, Council adopted Resolution No. 68,483- N.S. accepting the ballot tabulation and ordering the levy of the 2018 Clean Stormwater Fee; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to the authority granted by voters, the 2018 Clean Stormwater Fee is subject to an annual increase based on the San Francisco - U Consumer Price Index (CPI), not to exceed 3% per year; and any increase in excess of 3% shall be cumulatively reserved as “Unused CPI” and shall be used to increase the maximum authorized rate in years in which the CPI is less than 3%. The maximum annual CPI adjustment for each property shall be calculated based upon the sum of the 1991 Clean Stormwater Fee and the 2018 Clean Stormwater Fee, and multiplying the sum by the CPI or 3% whichever is lower; and
WHEREAS, for the annual period ending in December 2024 the CPI increased by 2.38% and the Unused CPI was 2.74%, therefore the proposed annual adjustment can be applied at the maximum of 3.00%; and
WHEREAS, the proposed fee rate for FY 2026 of SIXTY DOLLARS AND SEVENTY- FOUR CENTS ($60.74) per single-family equivalent unit is in accordance with a City staff authored report dated May 2025 and titled “2018 Clean Stormwater Fee – Fiscal Year 2026 Fee Adjustment Report” (“Report”); and
WHEREAS, the rate increases and the methodology used in the calculation of the rates are described in the Report and are in accordance with the voter approved measure; and WHEREAS, revenues derived from this property-related fee do not exceed the funds required to provide the service in compliance with Article XIII D of the California Constitution.

July 29, 2025

NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Council of the City of Berkeley authorizes the levy and collection of fees for FY 2026 at the rates specified in the Report.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that shortly after the adoption of this Resolution, but in no event later than August 10th following such adoption, the City Clerk shall file a certified copy of this Resolution and a fee levy roll with the Auditor of Alameda County (“County Auditor”). Upon such filing, the County Auditor shall enter on the County’s assessment roll opposite each lot or parcel of land the amount of fee thereupon as shown in the levy roll.

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CITY OF BERKELEY
2018 CLEAN STORMWATER FEE
Fiscal Year 2026
Fee Adjustment Report
May 2025
Prepared by

RICARDO SALCEDO, PE

CITY OF BERKELEY

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS

ENGINEERING DIVISION

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION ....................................................................................................................................................1 OVERVIEW.................................................................................................................................................................1 CITY’S FACILITIES .......................................................................................................................................................2 STORM DRAINAGE FUNDING ....................................................................................................................................2 FINANCIAL NEEDS SUMMARY...............................................................................................................................3 2018 CLEAN STORMWATER FEE RATE STRUCTURE ANALYSIS ................................................................................4 SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL PARCELS .....................................................................................................................4 NON-SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL PARCELS ............................................................................................................5 EFFECTS OF LOW IMPACT DEVELOPMENT................................................................................................................7 STORM DRAINAGE FEE CALCULATION ......................................................................................................................7

LIST OF TABLES
Table 1- FY 2026 Fund Forecast.............................................................................................................................3 Table 2- Summary of Single-Family Residential Parcels .........................................................................................5 Table 3 – Summary of Non-SFR Parcels .................................................................................................................6 Table 4 - Storm Drainage Fee Schedule .................................................................................................................8

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1 INTRODUCTION

OVERVIEW
In 1991, the City of Berkeley was required to obtain a national Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit from the San Francisco Bay Regional Water Quality Control Board to improve the water quality of urban runoff and discharge storm water runoff to the City’s waterways. The permit requires that the City of Berkeley implement a stormwater control program and best management practices. The City adopted the Clean Stormwater Fee in 1991 to comply with clean water regulations and provide a secure funding source for stormwater operations, maintenance, and capital improvements. The program includes flood management, compliance with clean water requirements, operations and maintenance, and major capital improvements.

Stormwater fees are paid by property owners and the fees have not been increased since the program’s inception in 1991. The program has been running a deficit since 2014 attributable to basic operations, maintenance, and compliance with clean water regulations. The Stormwater program also faces a backlog in capital improvements, with more than $208 million in project costs identified in the 2011 Watershed Management Plan1.

In order to increase revenues for the Stormwater program, the City adopted Resolutions No. 68,334-N.S. and Resolution No. 68,335-N.S., to initiate the property related fee process and establish balloting procedures for the 2018 Clean Stormwater Initiative consistent with California Constitution Article XIII D. A public hearing was conducted on April 3, 2018 at which a majority protest was not achieved, subsequently Resolution No. 68,381-N.S. was adopted ordering the mailing of fee ballots to all property owners of properties within the City subject to the fee. Following the tabulation of votes, and confirming approval of the measure, Council adopted Resolution No. 68,483-N.S., accepting the ballot tabulations and ordering the levy of the City of Berkeley’s 2018 Clean Stormwater Fee.

As approved by voters, the 2018 Clean Stormwater Fee is subject to an annual adjustment tied to the Consumer Price Index-U for the San Francisco Bay Area as of December of each succeeding year (the “CPI”), with a maximum annual adjustment not to exceed 3%. Per the voter approved measure any increase in the CPI in excess of 3% shall be cumulatively reserved as the “Unused CPI” and shall be used to increase the maximum authorized rate in years in which the CPI is less than 3%. The maximum authorized rate is equal to the maximum rate in the first fiscal year the Fee was approved adjusted annually by the lower of either 3% or the increase in the CPI plus any Unused CPI as described above. In order for the City’s dedicated storm drainage revenue sources to satisfy costs requirement into the future, the annual 1 Watershed Management Plan: https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/our-work/adopted- plans/watershed-management-plan

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2 adjustment for property may be calculated based upon the sum of the storm drainage fee and the existing Clean Storm Water Fee.

This abbreviated fee adjustment report, has been prepared by City staff to document the annual adjustment of the 2018 Clean Stormwater Fee for Fiscal Year 2026. The report also includes an abbreviated description of storm drainage infrastructure, the program’s funding sources, and a fund forecast for Fiscal Year 2026.

CITY’S FACILITIES
The City operates and maintains a storm drainage system, as it is empowered to do so per Government Code Sections §38900 and §38901. It is comprised of an integrated system of storm drain pipes, culverts and ditches. Local creeks are not considered part of the City’s storm drain system, although they receive most of the urban runoff and are impacted by how the City’s storm drainage system functions.

The Berkeley area began experiencing residential development over one hundred years ago. As the community grew, the storm drainage system was developed along with the neighborhoods and commercial areas while still maintaining many native creek segments. Although the City is highly urbanized, there are a large number of open creek segments that cross streets, private properties and roadways through numerous culvert sections.

In the early 1990s, in response to the federal Clean Water Act amendment of 1987, municipalities were, for the first time, required to obtain an NPDES 2 permit from the California Regional Water Quality Control Board to address urban storm drainage runoff pollution. Under this permit, the City works to reduce stormwater pollution, protect and enhance its watersheds, preserve beneficial uses of local waterways, and implement State and federal water quality regulations within the limits of its jurisdiction.

Over the years, the range of actions taken by the City has greatly increased in response to evolving regulatory requirements and community needs.

STORM DRAINAGE FUNDING
In response to the NPDES permit requirements, the City implemented a Clean Storm Water Fee in 1991 for all residences and businesses in the City. The City collects approximately $2 million annually from this fee which has not been increased since its 1991 inception. Initially, revenues were sufficient to fund ongoing maintenance, operations and capital improvement projects. However, beginning in Fiscal Year 2014, 2 NPDES stands for the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System as specified in the Federal Clean Water Act. The City is one of the co-permittees named on the Alameda County NPDES permit issued by the Regional Water Board. The most recent MRP was issued in May 2022, however, these permits typically are renewed every five years, with each new iteration containing additional requirements.

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3 the program began operating at a deficit. In response to this deficit, the City implemented the 2018 Clean Stormwater Fee.

FINANCIAL NEEDS SUMMARY
Pursuant to requirements of the Article XIII D of the California Constitution, revenues derived from property-related fees shall not exceed the funds required to provide the property related service. Table 1 provides a summary of forecasted revenues and expenditures for the 2018 Clean Stormwater Fee for FY 2026.

Table 1- FY 2026 Fund Forecast
Projected Beginning Fund Balance $ 11,423,437
Costs
Personnel Costs $ 1,590,367
Non-Personnel Costs
Capital Improvement Program $ 3,575,000
Non-Personnel $ 2,094,983
Subtotal Non-Personnel Costs $ 5,669,983
Total Costs $ 7,260,350
Revenue
Clean Stormwater Fee (1991) $ 1,914,061
2018 Clean Stormwater Fee $ 3,196,656
2018 Clean Stormwater Fee – Proposed CPI
increase for FY 2026. $ 153,321
Total Revenue $ 5,264,037
To (from) Clean Storm Fund Reserves $ (1,996,313)
Projected Ending Fund Balance $ 9,427,124

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4 2018 CLEAN STORMWATER FEE RATE STRUCTURE ANALYSIS
All properties which generate storm and urban runoff which flow into the City’s MS4 are served by the system. The amount of use attributed to each parcel is proportional to the amount of storm and urban runoff flow contributed by the parcel, which is proportional to the amount of impervious surface area (e.g. building roofs, pavement, etc.) on a parcel.

In this Report, the median single-family residential parcel is used as the basic unit of measure, called the single-family equivalent, or “SFE.” Accordingly, since the primary quantifiable attribute for this fee structure is impervious surface area, the amount of impervious surface area on the median SFR parcel serves as the basic unit of impervious area.

The basic unit of impervious area can be expressed by the following formula:

Median SFR Parcel Area
x Average SFR Impervious Percentage
= SFE Impervious Area
The median SFR parcel is 0.11 acres (4,792 square feet). Careful analysis revealed that the average percentage of impervious area (“%IA”) of the medium class of SFR parcels is 44.82%. Therefore, the amount of impervious area for the SFE is 2,148 square feet. This becomes the basis for calculating the SFEs for all other types of land uses. In order to accomplish this, a representative sample of each land use category was studied through aerial photographs to measure the actual impervious area, which was, in turn, used to calculate the %IA for each land use category.

SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL PARCELS
Berkeley has a wide range of sizes of SFR parcels, which have varying levels of %IA.

Generally, smaller parcels tend to have a higher proportion of impervious area than larger parcels, which tend to have a lower percentage of impervious area. (This can be best visualized by the fact that larger residential properties tend to have a larger proportion of pervious landscaping, and therefore less impervious area.) Therefore, the range of SFRs were broken into three size categories as shown in Table 4 below.

Since the size of a parcel is considered in finite groups, the resultant SFEs were calculated on a per-parcel basis for each size category using the formula above.

It should be noted that the SFR category also includes multiplex parcels of two, three or four units, since their lot development characteristics do not vary significantly from the SFR parcels of similar size. In all, this includes the approximately 3,400 multiplex parcels in the City. Any residential structure with five or more units is categorized as multi-family residential (“MFR”), which is calculated separately. For parcels with multiple SFRs, analysis showed that those parcels contained 22% more impervious area than single-home SFRs within the same size category. Therefore, multiple-SFR parcels are computed separately.

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5 Special Notes On Condominiums
Condominium units are particularly difficult to categorize as they are often on very small individual parcels, yet share larger common areas that are made up of landscaped (pervious) areas; parking lots and shared roofs (impervious); and other recreational uses (either pervious or impervious). The data for these variables are not readily available, so it is assumed that overall their characteristics were most similar to the small lot make up. Overall, condominium units are smaller than the average SFR, and may include two or more stories of residences in some cases. When combined with the various common areas (which were exempted from the SFE process), the overall effect would be less runoff impact than the median size SFR.

Thus, the Small SFR rate was used.

Table 2- Summary of Single-Family Residential Parcels
SFE per Parcel
Lot
Type
Parcel
Size
Range
(sf)
Total
Parcels
% Imperv
Area
Single
Home
Multiple
Homes
Small Under
3,200 2,421 65.73% 0.80 0.98
Medium 3,200 to
7,200 16,373 44.82% 1.00 1.22
Large 7,200
and over 2,687 29.81% 1.21 1.48
Condos n/a 2,510 n/a 0.80 n/a
TOTAL 23,991

NON-SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL PARCELS
Unlike the SFR parcels, the non-SFR parcels can vary widely in size as well as characteristics. For this reason, the parcels have been grouped into land use categories according their %IA characteristics (as shown in Appendix B) so that SFE per acre can be computed for each category using the following formula:
43,560 𝑠𝑓 𝑎𝑐𝑟𝑒 𝑥 %𝐼𝐴
2,148 𝑠𝑓/𝑆𝐹𝐸 = 𝑆𝐹𝐸 𝑝𝑒𝑟 𝐴𝑐𝑟𝑒
Where 2,148 square feet is the amount of the impermeable area in one SFE.

Table 3 below shows a summary of the non-single-family parcel SFEs for each non- SFR land use category.

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6 Table 3 – Summary of Non-SFR Parcels
Land Use Category
Total
Parcels
%
Imperv
Area
SFE per
Acre
Multi-Family (Apartments) 1,494 86% 17.44
Commercial / Retail / Industrial 1,606 96% 19.47
Office 241 90% 18.25
Institutional / Church 281 82% 16.63
School / Hospital 29 75% 15.21
Recreational 28 58% 11.76
Vacant (developed) 548 5% 1.01
Open Space / Agricultural 94 Exempt
4,321
Each individual parcel’s SFE is then calculated by multiplying the parcel size (in acres3) times the SFE per acre for that land use category, as shown in the following formula:

Developed Vacant Parcels
Developed vacant parcels are distinguished from undeveloped vacant land by one of several characteristics. Typically, a developed vacant parcel has been graded to be ready for building construction (possibly as part of the original subdivision or adjacent street grading). In some cases, the parcel was previously improved, but the improvement has been removed. Although developed vacant parcels may have significant vegetative cover, the underlying soil conditions resulting from grading work can usually cause some rainfall to run off into the storm drainage system. The %IA for developed vacant parcels is conservatively assumed to be 5%. Vacant parcels that have significant impervious paving remaining from prior improvements may be classified as Commercial or some other classification best representing the %IA of the parcel.

Open Space and Agricultural Parcels are Exempt
The City’s MS4 was developed in response to land development over the past several decades. Tracts of land that have not yet been developed, or have been used primarily for agricultural purposes, have not created an impact on the drainage system beyond the natural condition, and are therefore considered to receive no service from the MS4. 3 Parcel size for non-single-family residential parcels is calculated to the tenth of an acre or portion thereof.

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7 In practical terms, these parcels generate no additional storm runoff beyond the natural condition. For these reasons, open space and agricultural parcels are exempt from the storm drainage fee.

Berkeley is a City with some open space land, which can be situated on portions of developed parcels. For parcels that have a significant portion that is considered open space (or agricultural), those portions have been taken into consideration in the calculations of the %IA and SFEs. For SFR parcels, these open space lands have been included in the sampled lots size when calculating the average %IA, which produced a lower %IA for the large parcel category, and, thus, a lower SFE and Fee to accommodate the open space areas. For non- SFR parcels the fees are calculated on individual acreage. However, the open space portion has been deducted from the acreage prior to all analyses including %IA as well as SFE and fee calculation.

EFFECTS OF LOW IMPACT DEVELOPMENT
The current NPDES Permit requires certain properties to construct storm drainage treatment and attenuation facilities, also known as low impact development (“LID”).

These facilities often are designed to capture a portion of the storm flows, retain them, and enable them to infiltrate into the ground. While this is intended to help filter pollutants from the water, it also can reduce the parcel’s storm drainage runoff quantity to some extent. However, LID is designed to capture, retain and treat frequent, but low intensity storms. Conversely, the MS4 is designed around the infrequent, high intensity storms, those storms which will typically overflow most LID facilities. For this reason, no discount in the storm drainage fees is made available for parcels with LID facilities.

STORM DRAINAGE FEE CALCULATION
The primary metric in this analysis is the SFE as illustrated above. To arrive at the fee amount for the various land use categories, the total SFEs must be divided into the total revenue requirement to arrive at the rate per SFE. That calculation is represented by the following formula:

𝑇𝑜𝑡𝑎𝑙 𝐴𝑠𝑠𝑒𝑠𝑠𝑚𝑒𝑛𝑡𝑠 𝑡𝑜 𝑏𝑒 𝐶𝑜𝑙𝑙𝑒𝑐𝑡𝑒𝑑
𝑇𝑜𝑡𝑎𝑙 𝑆𝐹𝐸𝑠 = 𝑆𝐹𝐸 𝑅𝑎𝑡𝑒
The total assessment to be collected in FY 2026, includes an allowable adjustment.

As described in the Overview section of this report, the fee is subject to an annual adjustment calculated by taking the sum of the 1991 Clean Stormwater Fee and the 2018 Clean Stormwater Fee and multiplying the sum by the allowable CPI increase not to exceed 3%. For the period beginning in December 2023 and ending in December 2024, the CPI increased by 2.38%. As discussed in the Overview section of this report, “Unused CPI” balance from previous years can be used to increase the annual adjustment in years with CPI increases less than 3%. Using the current accumulated “Unused CPI” balance of 2.75%, the proposed adjustment for FY 2026 can be increased to the prescribed maximum of 3%. A balance of 1.98% “Unused CPI” remains to be used in future years.

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8 The SFE calculation can be rewritten as follows:
2018 𝐹𝑒𝑒 𝑖𝑛 𝐹𝑌 25 + (2018 𝐹𝑒𝑒 𝑖𝑛 𝐹𝑌 25 + 1991 𝐹𝑒𝑒 𝑖𝑛 𝐹𝑌 25) × % 𝐼𝑛𝑐𝑟𝑒𝑎𝑠𝑒 𝑇𝑜𝑡𝑎𝑙 𝑆𝐹𝐸𝑠
= 𝑆𝐹𝐸 𝑅𝑎𝑡𝑒 𝑖𝑛 𝐹𝑌 26
Or, using numbers from the analysis, the SFE Rate is:
$3,196,655.05 + ($3,196,655.05 + $1,914,060.84) × 0.03
55,149.478 𝑆𝐹𝐸𝑠 = $𝟔𝟎.𝟕𝟒 𝒑𝒆𝒓 𝑺𝑭𝑬
This SFE rate amount is then multiplied by the SFE per parcel or SFE per acre for the various land use categories to arrive at the Storm Drainage Fee Rate Schedule shown in Table 4 below.

Table 4 - Storm Drainage Fee Schedule
Rate Category SFE Rate Proposed Fee Unit
Single-Family Residential
Small 0.79992 $ 48.59 parcel
Medium 1.00000 $ 60.74 parcel
Large 1.20933 $ 73.46 parcel
Condominium 0.79992 $ 48.59 parcel
Multiple SFR on a single parcel pay 22% higher rate
Non-Single-Family Residential**
Multi-Family Residential 17.44360 $ 1,059.59 acre
Commercial / Industrial / Parking 19.47193 $ 1,182.79 acre Office 18.25493 $ 1,108.87 acre
Institutional / Church 16.63227 $ 1,010.30 acre
School / Hospital 15.21244 $ 924.06 acre
Recreational 11.76429 $ 714.61 acre
Park 1.21700 $ 73.92 acre
Vacant (developed) 1.01416 $ 61.60 acre
Open Space / Agricultural exempt
* Single-Family Residential category also includes duplex, triplex and four-plex units. ** Non-Single-Family Residential parcel size is calculated to the tenth of an acre or portion thereof
The proposed $60.74 SFE rate is well within the range of storm drainage rates adopted by other municipalities.

Office of the City Manager
2180 Milvia Street, Berkeley, CA 94704 ● Tel: (510) 981-7000 ● TDD: (510) 981-6903 ● Fax: (510) 981-7099 E-Mail: [email protected] Website: https://berkeleyca.gov/

CONSENT CALENDAR
July 29, 2025
To: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
From: Paul Buddenhagen, City Manager
Submitted by: Terrance Davis, Director, Public Works
Subject: Contracts: Matrix HG Inc. and Prime Mechanical Service for Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Maintenance and Repair

RECOMMENDATION
Adopt two Resolutions authorizing the City Manager to:

1. Execute a contract with any amendments with Matrix HG Inc. to provide HVAC repairs and maintenance services for a three-year period from September 1, 2025 to August 31, 2028, in an amount not to exceed $150,000, with an option to extend for two additional one-year terms.

2. Execute a contract with any amendments with Prime Mechanical Service to provide HVAC repairs and maintenance services for a three-year period from September 1, 2025 to August 31, 2028, in an amount not to exceed $150,000, with an option to extend for two additional one-year terms.

FISCAL IMPACTS OF RECOMMENDATION
Funding necessary to support these contracts is available in the FY2026 Public Works Building Purchases and Management Fund (Fund 636) and Building Maintenance Fund (Fund 673) Funding for future years is subject to Council’s approval of the proposed citywide budget for Fiscal Years 2027-2028.

CURRENT SITUATION AND ITS EFFECTS
The existing contract for HVAC maintenance and repair was executed in 2015. To ensure compliance with City procurement policies and to avoid disruption in HVAC maintenance and repair services, it is necessary to execute a new contract based on the results of the recent competitive solicitation. HVAC maintenance and repair are critical to supporting the air quality and temperature control needs of City staff and community members.

The City conducted Invitation to Bid Specification No. 25-11724-C with Proposals due no later than May 15, 2025. The City received four proposals in response. The selection committee, composed of subject matter experts from Public Works, evaluated the

Matrix HG Inc. and Prime Mechanical Service for Heating, Ventilation, CONSENT CALENDAR and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Maintenance and Repair July 29, 2025

proposals and reported that three were responsive bids with competitive rates within the City’s budget.

The evaluation criteria used to rate the proposals were as follows: Project Approach (30%), Expertise and References (15%), Cost (25%), and Ability to Perform Services Scope (30%). Matrix HG Inc. and Prime Mechanical Service were selected as the highest-scoring, responsive vendors.

These services support the City’s facilities in alignment with the Strategic Plan Priority of advancing our goal to provide state-of-the-art, well-maintained infrastructure, amenities, and facilities.

BACKGROUND
The City uses HVAC systems to provide a healthy and comfortable environment, while also regulating extreme heat or cold weather conditions. HVAC systems require routine maintenance to ensure optimal performance.

The selected vendors have the adequate staff and equipment necessary to provide City services. The new contracts will ensure clear guidelines and standardized prices for HVAC maintenance and repair services.

ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILITY AND CLIMATE IMPACTS
Regular maintenance and repair of HVAC systems is essential for optimizing performance, prolonging equipment lifespan, and minimizing the environmental impacts.

Well-maintained HVAC systems operate more efficiently, which leads to reduced energy consumption and carbon emissions. Regular servicing prevents the leaking of refrigerants into the atmosphere, which are damaging to the ozone layer and contribute to climate change. Finally, optimized HVAC systems also improve indoor air quality and provide air circulation benefits.

RATIONALE FOR RECOMMENDATION
The City requires reliable and responsive HVAC maintenance and repair services to maintain the heating, ventilation and air-conditioning needs of City facilities.

Executing new contracts ensures ongoing service and prevents potential disruption to fleet-dependent City operations.

The new HVAC maintenance and repair services contracts will address the City’s needs, while stabilizing costs and fees. The selected HVAC service providers will be utilized as needed to ensure the City has adequate resources available for HVAC maintenance and repair.

ALTERNATIVE ACTIONS CONSIDERED
The City does not have existing staffing with the training or expertise to perform HVAC maintenance and repair work. Therefore, there are no viable alternatives at this time to contract services.

Matrix HG Inc. and Prime Mechanical Service for Heating, Ventilation, CONSENT CALENDAR and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Maintenance and Repair July 29, 2025

CONTACT PERSON
Joy Brown, Operations Manager, (510) 981-6629
Aaron Baker, Facilities Maintenance Superintendent, (510) 981-6452 Tucker Brofft, Senior Management Analyst, (510) 981-5375 Erika Barros, Associate Management Analyst, (510) 981-6462 Attachments:
1: Resolution
2: Resolution

RESOLUTION NO. ##,###-N.S.

CONTRACT: MATRIX HG INC. FOR HEATING, VENTILATION, AND AIR

CONDITIONING (HVAC) MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR
WHEREAS, the City conducted RFP Solicitation No. 25-11724-C with bids due no later than May 15, 2025; and
WHEREAS, the City received four proposals and a selection committee, composed of subject matter experts from the Public Works Department, met to evaluate the bids; and WHEREAS, Matrix HG Inc. and Prime Mechanical Service were selected as the most responsive and highest-scoring vendors; and
WHEREAS, funding is available in the Fiscal Year 2026 adopted budget in the Public Works Facilities Division Building Purchases and Management-Fund 636 and Building Maintenance-Fund 673. Funding for future years is subject to Council’s approval of the proposed citywide budget for Fiscal Years 2027-2028.

NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Council of the City of Berkeley that the City Manager is authorized to execute a contract and any amendments with Matrix HG Inc. to provide HVAC maintenance and repair services for three years from September 1, 2025 to August 31, 2028 for an amount not to exceed $150,000 with the option to extend for two additional one-year terms.

RESOLUTION NO. ##,###-N.S.

CONTRACT: PRIME MECHANICAL SERVICE FOR HEATING, VENTILATION, AND

AIR CONDITIONING (HVAC) MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR
WHEREAS, the City conducted RFP Solicitation No. 25-11724-C with bids due no later than May 15, 2025; and
WHEREAS, the City received four proposals and a selection committee, composed of subject matter experts from the Public Works Department, met to evaluate the bids; and WHEREAS, Matrix HG Inc. and Prime Mechanical Service were selected as the most responsive and highest-scoring vendors; and
WHEREAS, funding is available in the Fiscal Year 2026 adopted budget in the Public Works Facilities Division Fund 636 and Fund 673 budget. Funding for future years is subject to Council’s approval of the proposed citywide budget for Fiscal Years 2027-2028.

NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Council of the City of Berkeley that the City Manager is authorized to execute a contract and any amendments with Prime Mechanical Service to provide HVAC maintenance and repair services for three years from September 1, 2025 to August 31, 2028 for an amount not to exceed $150,000 with the option to extend for two additional one-year terms.

Office of the City Manager
2180 Milvia Street, Berkeley, CA 94704 ● Tel: (510) 981-7000 ● TDD: (510) 981-6903 ● Fax: (510) 981-7099 E-Mail: [email protected] Website: http://www.cityofberkeley.info/manager

CONSENT CALENDAR
July 29, 2025
To: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
From: Paul Buddenhagen, City Manager
Submitted by: Terrance Davis, Director, Department of Public Works Subject: Updated Sewer System Management Plan

RECOMMENDATION
Adopt a Resolution approving the update of the Sewer System Management Plan, as mandated by the State Water Resources Control Board.

FISCAL IMPACTS OF RECOMMENDATION
Approval of the updated Sewer System Management Plan (SSMP) has no direct fiscal impact. Staff will submit reports for Council approval when authority is required to implement specific work.

CURRENT SITUATION AND ITS EFFECTS
The State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB) issued a new General Order WQ 2022-0103-DWQ which defines the statewide wastewater discharge requirements. This Order supersedes the previous Order 2006-0003-DWQ. The new Order requires the City to develop and implement an updated Sewer System Management Plan (SSMP).

Council last approved the SSMP in July 2019. Staff updated the attached SSMP to meet the requirements of General Order WQ 2022-0103-DWQ. The updating process includes staff implementing the new requirements through training, internal meetings, and continued sewer system maintenance. These steps were completed in May 2025. The last action required is council approval of the updated SSMP.

Council approval of the updated SSMP authorizes the Senior Public Works Supervisor to be the City's Legally Responsible Official (LRO) for the purpose of certifying sewer overflow reports to the SWRCB. It also delegates authority to the Public Works Director to make administrative and other minor procedural changes in order to keep the SSMP current.

BACKGROUND
In 2005, the San Francisco Bay Regional Water Quality Control Board (RWQCB) initiated a program that requires electronic reporting of Sanitary Sewer Overflows (SSOs) and development of SSMPs.

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After the implementation of the RWQCB program, the SWRCB issued an order in May 2006. This order mandated a statewide program very similar to the RWQCB program, in that it required electronic reporting of all SSOs and the preparation and implementation of an SSMP. The RWQCB was replaced with the SWRCB program in 2006. The previous SWRCB program required collection agencies to present the SSMP to the agency’s governing board for approval and re-approval every 5 years. The last approval happened in July 2019.

The SWRCB issued the current order WQ 2022-0103-DWQ which serves as statewide wastewater discharge requirements. This Order supersedes the previous Order 2006- 0003-DWQ. Order WQ 2022-0103-DWQ introduced a new three-year internal audit period and requires the City to at a minimum update the SSMP every six years.

ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILITY AND CLIMATE IMPACTS
Adoption and implementation of the revised SSMP will improve the efficiency of the maintenance programs and will minimize the frequency of sanitary sewer overflows.

Ultimately, it will minimize pollution impacts to the San Francisco Bay. The SSMP assists staff in properly managing, operating, and maintaining all portions of the City's wastewater collection system, and protecting the water quality.

RATIONALE FOR RECOMMENDATION
The City, as a sanitary sewer system collection agency is required to maintain and periodically update its SSMP, as well as recertify conditions set forth in the SWRCB Order WQ 2022-0103-DWQ.

ALTERNATIVE ACTIONS CONSIDERED
None. If the SSMP is not updated, the City will be out of compliance with the SWRCB requirements. A contractor was not needed to complete this task, as it is within the expertise of existing City staff.

CONTACT PERSON
Wahid Amiri, Deputy Director of Public Works, Public Works, (510) 981-6396 Ronald A. Nevels, Manager of Engineering, Public Works, (510) 981-6439 Daniel Akagi, Supervising Civil Engineer, Public Works, (510) 981-6394 Francisco Alonso, Junior Public Works Engineer, Public Works, (510) 981-6405 Attachments:
1: Resolution
2: Updated SSMP and Appendices
3: Record of Changes to the SSMP

RESOLUTION NO. ##,###-N.S.

UPDATED SANITARY SEWER SYSTEM MANAGEMENT PLAN
WHEREAS, in July 2005, the San Francisco Bay Regional Water Quality Control Board (RWQCB) required municipalities that own and operate sanitary sewer collection systems to prepare a Sewer System Management Plan (SSMP), and issued guidelines for the preparation of the SSMP; and
WHEREAS, in May 2006, the State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB), issued Order No. 2006-0003 General Waste Discharge Requirements for Sanitary Sewer Systems (GWDR); and
WHEREAS, the City of Berkeley last updated the SSMP in June 2019, and posted the revised document on its website; and
WHEREAS, in December 2022, the State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB), issued Order WQ 2022-0103-DWQ Statewide Waste Discharge Requirements General Order for Sanitary Sewer Systems (WDR); and
WHEREAS, pursuant to the statewide WDR, public agencies that own and operate sanitary sewer systems greater than one mile in length must develop an SSMP, and in accordance with SWRCB requirements, the agency must update, recertify, and have their governing body approve the SSMP every 6 years; and WHEREAS, the City of Berkeley, Department of Public Works, updated the SSMP in May 2025, and will post the revised document on its website.

NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Council of the City of Berkeley that it hereby approves the 2025 Sewer System Management Plan consisting of a comprehensive update of the existing 2019 SSMP to comply with the adopted statewide General Waste Discharge Requirements for Sanitary Sewer Systems, Water Quality Order No. 2022-0103-DWQ.

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Document Version Control
This Sewer System Management Plan (SSMP) is a living document that is anticipated change over time.

This version control sheet is intended to support the City’s efforts to keep the copies of the SSMP that have been assigned to City Staff current. Please contact Tiffany Pham at (510) 981-6427 prior to making copies for use by others, initiating changes, or for information regarding the current version of this document.

SSMP Copy No. __________
This copy assigned to ____________________________ Telephone No. _______________

SSMP Section Original Version
Date
Last Updated
Version Date
Current Version
Date
Title Page April 16, 2009 May 31, 2019 May 2, 2025

1. Goal and Introduction April 16, 2009 March 31, 2014 May 2, 2025

2. Organization April 16, 2009 May 31, 2019 May 2, 2025

3. Legal Authority April 16, 2009 March 31, 2014 May 2, 2025

4. Operation and
Maintenance Activities April 16, 2009 May 8, 2019 May 2, 2025

5. Design and Performance
Provisions April 16, 2009 May 8, 2019 May 2, 2025

6. Spill Emergency Response
Plan April 16, 2009 May 31, 2019 May 2, 2025

7. Sewer Pipe Blockage
Control Program April 16, 2009 May 31, 2019 May 2, 2025

8. System Evaluation and
Capacity Assurance Plan April 16, 2009 May 31, 2019 May 2, 2025

9. Monitoring, Measurement,
and Program Modifications April 16, 2009 May 8, 2019 May 2, 2025

10. Internal Audit April 16, 2009 May 31, 2019 May 2, 2025

11. Communication Program April 16, 2009 May 31, 2019 May 2, 2025

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Table of Contents
Goal and Introduction ............................................................................................................ 1-1

1.1 Regulatory Context .................................................................................................................... 1-1

1.2 Sewer System Management Plan Update Schedule ................................................................... 1-1

1.3 Sewer System Asset Overview .................................................................................................. 1-1 Organization ........................................................................................................................... 2-1 Legal Authority ...................................................................................................................... 3-1 Operation and Maintenance Program..................................................................................... 4-1

4.1 Updated Map of Sanitary Sewer System ................................................................................... 4-1

4.2 Preventive Operation and Maintenance Activities ..................................................................... 4-1

4.2.1 Overview of Sewer Maintenance Program ............................................................................... 4-1

4.2.2 Sewer Preventive Maintenance ................................................................................................. 4-1

4.2.3 Non-Routine Maintenance ........................................................................................................ 4-3

4.3 Training ...................................................................................................................................... 4-4

4.4 Equipment Inventory ................................................................................................................. 4-5 Design and Performance Provisions ...................................................................................... 5-1

5.1 Updated Design Criteria and Construction Standards and Specifications ................................. 5-1

5.2 Procedures and Standards .......................................................................................................... 5-1 Spill Emergency Response Plan ............................................................................................ 6-1

6.1 Goals for SSO Response ............................................................................................................ 6-1

6.2 Definitions .................................................................................................................................. 6-1

6.3 Response to Notification of Spill ............................................................................................... 6-3

6.3.1 Public Observation ............................................................................................................. 6-3

6.3.2 City Staff Observation ....................................................................................................... 6-3

6.3.3 Alarms ................................................................................................................................ 6-4

6.4 SSO Response Procedures ......................................................................................................... 6-4

6.4.1 Customer Relations Practices ............................................................................................. 6-5

6.4.2 First Responder Priorities ................................................................................................... 6-5

6.4.3 Safety ................................................................................................................................. 6-6

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6.4.4 Initial Response .................................................................................................................. 6-6

6.4.5 Restore Flow ...................................................................................................................... 6-7

6.4.6 Initiate Spill Containment Measures .................................................................................. 6-7

6.4.7 Equipment .......................................................................................................................... 6-8

6.5 SSO Volume Estimation ............................................................................................................ 6-8

6.6 Water Quality Sampling and Monitoring Program .................................................................... 6-8

6.7 Recovery and Clean-Up ............................................................................................................. 6-8

6.7.1 Recovery of Spilled Sewage .............................................................................................. 6-9

6.7.2 Clean-up and Disinfection ................................................................................................. 6-9

6.8 Public Notification ................................................................................................................... 6-10

6.9 Failure Analysis Investigation ................................................................................................. 6-10

6.10 SSO Documentation and Reporting ......................................................................................... 6-11

6.10.1 Internal SSO Notification and Reporting Procedures ...................................................... 6-11

6.10.2 External SSO Reporting Procedures ................................................................................ 6-12

6.10.3 Internal Procedures to Ensure Timely and Accurate CIWQS SSO Certification .............. 6-2

6.10.4 Internal SSO Documentation ............................................................................................. 6-2

6.10.5 External SSO Record Keeping Requirements .................................................................... 6-3

6.11 Post SSO Event Debriefing ........................................................................................................ 6-4

6.12 SSO Response Training ............................................................................................................. 6-4

6.12.1 Initial and Annual Refresher Training ............................................................................... 6-5

6.12.2 SSO Response Drills .......................................................................................................... 6-5

6.12.3 SSO Training Record Keeping .......................................................................................... 6-5

6.13 Contractors Working On City Sewer Facilities ......................................................................... 6-5 Sewer Pipe Blockage Control Program.................................................................................. 7-1

7.1 Nature and Extent of FOG Problem ........................................................................................... 7-1

7.2 FOG Source Control Program.................................................................................................... 7-1

7.3 Public Outreach Program ........................................................................................................... 7-1

7.4 Acceptable FOG Disposal Facilities .......................................................................................... 7-2

7.5 FOG Preventive Maintenance .................................................................................................... 7-2

7.6 Legal Authorities ....................................................................................................................... 7-2

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System Evaluation and Capacity Assurance Plan .................................................................. 8-1

8.1 System Evaluation and Condition Assessment .......................................................................... 8-1

8.2 Capacity Assessment and Design Criteria ................................................................................. 8-1

8.3 Prioritization of Corrective Action ............................................................................................ 8-2

8.4 Capital Improvement Plan ......................................................................................................... 8-2 Monitoring, Measurement, and Program Modifications ........................................................ 9-1

9.1 Information Used to Monitor and Measure SSMP Performance ............................................... 9-1

9.2 Annual Reporting ....................................................................................................................... 9-3

9.3 SSMP Updates ............................................................................ Error! Bookmark not defined.

Internal Audits.................................................................................................................. 10-1

10.1 Plan for SSMP Program Audits ............................................................................................... 10-1 Communication Program ................................................................................................. 11-1

11.1 Communication with Public..................................................................................................... 11-1

11.2 Outside Owners/Operators and Satellite Systems .................................................................... 11-4

List of Tables
Table 2-1: Narrative Explanation of Responsibilities of SSMP Organization Positions ........................... 2-3 Table 2-2: Positions Responsible for SSMP Implementation .................................................................... 2-4 Table 3-1: Summary of City of Berkeley’s Legal Authorities ................................................................... 3-2 Table 4-1: Training Resources ................................................................................................................... 4-4 Table 6-1: Spill Category Definitions ........................................................................................................ 6-2 Table 6-2: Notification, Reporting, Monitoring, and Record Keeping Requirements ............................. 6-12 Table 9-1: Performance Metrics for Monitoring and Measurement .......................................................... 9-2 Table 11-1: Strategies for Communication with Public on SSMP Development, Implementation and Performance ............................................................................................................................................. 11-2 Table 11-2: Plan for Communication with Tributary and/or Satellite Agencies ..................................... 11-4

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List of Figures
Figure 2-1: SSMP Organization Lines of Authority .................................................................................. 2-2 Figure 2-2: Chain of Communications for Reporting SSOs ...................................................................... 2-5 Figure 6-1: Notification and Response Flow Chart ................................................................................... 6-4 Figure 6-2: External Notification and Reporting Requirement Flow Chart............................................. 6-14

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Appendices
Appendix A
SWRCB Order WQ 2022 -0103-DWQ – Statewide Waste Discharge Requirements General Order For Sanitary Sewer Systems
Appendix B
SWRCB Order No. 2006-003 – Statewide General Waste Discharge Requirements for Sanitary Sewer Systems
Chapter 1 Appendices
None
Chapter 2 Appendices
Appendix 2-A Key Staff Contact Information
Chapter 3 Appendices
None
Chapter 4 Appendices
Appendix 4-A Public Works Streets and Utilities Division Field Manual – Section IV, Sanitary Sewer Maintenance
Appendix 4-B Hot Spot Sewer Cleaning List
Appendix 4-C Routine Cleaning Sector List
Appendix 4-D Lift Station Maintenance Work Order Form
Appendix 4-E Manhole Inspection Form
Appendix 4-F Major Sewer Equipment List
Appendix 4-G Critical Sewer Replacement Parts Inventory Chapter 5 Appendices
Appendix 5-A Standards for Sanitary Sewers
Appendix 5-B City of Berkeley Standard Details and Detail Specifications Chapter 6 Appendices
Appendix 6-A Contact Information for Neighboring Agencies Appendix 6-B Sewer Field Crew Report
Appendix 6-C Methods for Estimating Spill Volume
Appendix 6-D Sample Warning Sign
Chapter 7 Appendices
Appendix 7-A EBMUD Regional FOG Program
Appendix 7-B Example FOG Control Program Quarterly Summary Report Appendix 7-C City of Berkeley FOG Brochure
Appendix 7-D EBMUD Approved Grease Haulers
Appendix 7-E Grease SSO and Blockage Reporting Form
Chapter 8 Appendices
Appendix 8-A Design Flow, Hydraulic, and Capacity Criteria Appendix 8-B Status of Capacity Improvement Projects (May 2025) Chapter 9 Appendices
Appendix 9-A SSMP Change Log
Chapter 10 Appendices
Appendix 10-A 2025 SSMP Audit Report
Chapter 11 Appendices
None

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Abbreviations and Definitions

ACDEH Alameda County Department of Environmental Health AMIP Asset Management Implementation Plan
AO Administrative Order for Compliance
BMC City of Berkeley Municipal Code
BMP Best Management Practices. Refers to the procedures employed in commercial kitchens to minimize the quantity of fats, oils, and grease that are discharged to the sanitary sewer system. Examples include scraping food scraps into the garbage can and dry wiping dishes and utensils prior to washing.

CalOES California Office of Emergency Services
CCTV Closed-Circuit Television. Refers to the process and equipment that are used to internally inspect the condition of gravity sewers.

CDFW California Department of Fish and Wildlife
CIP Capital Improvements Plan
City City of Berkeley
CIWQS California Integrated Water Quality System. Refers to the SWRCB online electronic reporting system that is used to report SSOs, certify completion of the SSMP, and provide information on the sanitary sewer system.

CMMS Computerized Maintenance Management System
Consent Decree Since September 2014, the seven Satellites and EBMUD entered into a Consent Decree with EPA, the SWRCB, and the RWQCB, which established requirements for achieving the elimination of WWF discharges over the next 20 to 25 years.

CWEA California Water Environment Association
CY Calendar Year
Design Storm A 7-hour rainfall event, as defined for the East Bay I/I Study conducted during the 1980s, which determines the peak flow rate that the City’s sewer system must have capacity to convey. The design storm event is assumed to occur under saturated soil conditions and concurrently with the diurnal peak base wastewater flow.

EBMUD East Bay Municipal Utility District
EPA U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
First Responder Refers to the City employee who provides the City’s initial response to a sewer system event.

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FOG Fats, Oils and Grease
Force Main Refers to a pressure sewer used to convey wastewater from a pump station to the point of discharge.

FSE or FHF Food Service Establishment or Food Handling Facilities. Refers to commercial or industrial facilities where food is handled, prepared, and/or served that discharge to the sanitary sewer system.

FY Fiscal Year

GIS Geographic Information System. Refers to the City’s system that is used to store, analyze, and manage geospatial data associated with the City’s sanitary sewer system assets.

GPS Global Positioning System
GRD Grease Removal Device. Refers to grease traps or grease interceptors that are installed to remove FOG from the wastewater flow at food service establishments.

I/I Infiltration and Inflow. Refers to storm water or groundwater that enter the sanitary sewer system through defects in pipes and manholes (infiltration) or direct drainage connections (inflow).

LBNL Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory
Lower Lateral Refers to the portion of the sewer service lateral located in the public right-of- way, extending from the City Cleanout near the property line to the public sewer.

LRO Legally Responsible Official. Refers to the individual who has the authority to certify reports and other actions that are submitted through CIWQS.

MH Manhole or Maintenance Hole. Refers to an engineered structure that is intended to provide access to a sanitary sewer for maintenance and inspection.

MWWTP EBMUD Main Wastewater Treatment Plant
NASSCO National Association of Sewer Service Companies
OES California State Office of Emergency Services
O&M Operations and Maintenance
NPDES National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System
PACP Pipeline Assessment Certification Program
PLSD Private Lateral Sewage Discharge

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PSL Private Sewer Lateral. Refers to the portion of the sewer service lateral that connects a building drain to the City’s Lower Lateral or Yard Sewer Main.

PM Preventive Maintenance
RWQCB Regional Water Quality Control Board, San Francisco Bay Region SECAP System Evaluation and Capacity Assurance Plan
Sewer Main or
Main Sewer
A sanitary sewer line directly controlled by the City of Berkeley and located in the public right-of-way or City easement that collects flow from more than one sewer lateral.

MWWTP EBMUD Main Wastewater Treatment Plant
Sanitary Sewer
System
Any system of pipes, pump stations, sewer lines, or other conveyances, upstream of a wastewater treatment plant headworks used to collect and convey wastewater to the publicly owned treatment facility.

SERP Spill Emergency Response Plan
SO Stipulated Order for Preliminary Relief
SSMP Sewer System Management Plan
SSO Any overflow, spill, release, discharge or diversion of untreated or partially treated wastewater from a sanitary sewer system. Temporary storage and conveyance facilities (such as vaults, temporary piping, construction trenches, wet wells, impoundment, tanks, etc) are considered to be part of the sanitary sewer system, and discharges into these temporary storage facilities are not considered to be SSOs.
.

SWRCB State Water Resources Control Board
UCB University of California, Berkeley Campus
VCP Vitrified Clay Pipe
WDR Refers to SWRCB Order No. 2006-0003 Statewide General Waste Discharge Requirements for Sanitary Sewer Systems
Work Order Refers to a document (paper or electronic) that is used to assign work and to record the results of the work.

WWF Wet Weather Facility
Yard Sewer Main A Sewer Main that is subject to the City’s control and maintenance but that is not located in a public right-of-way.

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Goal and Introduction
The goal of the Sewer System Management Plan is to provide a plan and schedule to properly manage, operate, and maintain all parts of the City’s sanitary sewer system to prevent SSOs and mitigate any SSOs that do occur.

1.1 Regulatory Context
The WDR includes the following goal for the SSMP:

The goal of the Sewer System Management Plan (Plan) is to provide a plan and schedule to: (1) properly manage, operate, and maintain all parts of the Enrollee’s sanitary sewer system(s), (2) reduce and prevent spills, and (3) contain and mitigate spills that do occur.

1.2 Sewer System Management Plan Update Schedule
The City will conduct an internal Sewer System Management Plan Audit at a minimum frequency of once every three years as stated in section 5.4 of the WDR.

Audit No. Due date
1 May 2025
2 May 2028
3 May 2031

The City will also update its Sewer System Management Plan every six years as stated in section 5.5 of the WDR, with the six-year period commencing on the due date identified in section 3.11 of Attachment E1 of the WDR.

Update No. Due Date
1 May 2, 2025
2 May 2, 2031
3 May 2, 2037

1.3 Sewer System Asset Overview
The City’s collection system located in Berkeley, Ca and part of Alameda County, includes approximately 254 miles of City-owned sanitary sewers, 7,200 manholes and other sewer structures, seven sewage pump stations, and approximately 31,600 service laterals. The City’s service connections

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are estimated to be 92% residential and the remaining 8% are a mix of commercial and industrial. The activities related to these assets are recorded using NexGen, for work orders, and Accela, for permitting.

The City’s Collection System serves approximately 125,354 residents. The City is responsible for maintenance and repair of the lower portion of the service laterals (located within the public right-of-way) from the property line cleanout to the connection to the City’s sewer main. The collection system serving the University of California at Berkeley (UCB) campus, located within the City, is owned and maintained by the University but discharges to the City’s sewer system, as do the sewer systems serving the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (LBNL) and Golden Gate Fields. The City’s system also receives wastewater from small adjacent areas of the City of Albany, City of Oakland, and the Stege Sanitary District (Kensington).

Wastewater generated in the City’s collection system is conveyed to the East Bay Municipal Utility District (EBMUD) wastewater interceptor system, and is treated at EBMUD’s Main Wastewater Treatment Plant (MWWTP) located near the eastern terminus of the San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge.

EBMUD also receives flows from six other “Satellite” collection system agencies: the cities of Alameda, Albany, Emeryville, Oakland, and Piedmont, and the Stege Sanitary District. The City has unique service boundary conditions where the sewer system lies in areas that are regulated or affected by Caltrans, UC Berkeley, and Bart. The area in which the City is located brings issues such as being located near various earthquake fault lines, sea level rise, and high quantity of sewer mains in private property.

During the 1980s, EBMUD and the seven Satellite agencies conducted studies to address the problem of overflows and bypasses of untreated wastewater that occurred during large wet weather events due to excessive infiltration and inflow (I/I) into the collection systems. These studies resulted in a long-term program of construction of collection system relief sewers and sewer rehabilitation (called the East Bay I/I Correction Program), and construction by EBMUD of improvements at the MWWTP as well as three new remote Wet Weather Facilities (WWFs) designed to store, provide primary-level treatment, and discharge flows that exceeded the capacity of its interceptor system during wet weather.

Through the I/I Correction Program, the City has rehabilitated or replaced over 200 miles of its gravity sewers and associated lower laterals over the past 30 years. Since 2006, the City has also implemented a private sewer lateral (PSL) certification program requiring the inspection and/or repair or replacement of private (upper) sewer laterals at the time of property transfer or major building remodel. To date, approximately 7,000 private laterals have been certified for compliance under the program.

In 2009, the U.S Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB), and the San Francisco Bay Regional Water Quality Control Board (RWQCB) prohibited future discharges from the WWFs, and entered into a legal settlement with EBMUD to establish programs focused on reducing wet weather flows. Shortly thereafter, the EPA issued Findings of Violation and Orders for Compliance, also called Administrative Orders (AOs), to each of the seven EBMUD Satellite agencies requiring the development of specific plans and programs to reduce SSOs and control wet weather I/I into the collection systems. The AOs were subsequently replaced in 2011 by a Stipulated Order for Preliminary Relief (SO) with the EPA, SWRCB, and RWQCB. As required by the SO, the City has prepared various plans and reports related to the management, operation, and maintenance of its

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sewer system, including an Asset Management Implementation Plan (AMIP), Inflow Identification and Elimination Plan, Subbasin Flow Monitoring and I/I Assessment Plan and Report, as well as annual progress reports.

The seven Satellites and EBMUD are currently in joint negotiations with EPA, the SWRCB, and the RWQCB on a Consent Decree, which will establish requirements for achieving the elimination of WWF discharges over the next 20 to 25 years. This SSMP will be updated as needed to incorporate any additional changes to sewer system programs and practices that are required as part of the final Consent Decree.

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Organization
This chapter identifies the City’s authorized representatives and describes the organization of City staff, their chain of communication, and roles in implementation of the SSMP.

The duly authorized representative, also referred to as Legally Responsible Official (LRO), as defined in Section 5.1 of the WDR, is the Senior Public Works Supervisor.

Figure 2-1 is an organization chart summarizing positions and lines of authority for staff responsible for SSMP implementation. Table 2-1 summarizes the roles and responsibilities relevant to the sanitary sewer system infrastructure of the key positions shown on the organization chart. The positions with overall responsibility for implementing the specific elements and measures of the SSMP are identified in Table 2-2. The names, telephone numbers, and emails for management, administrative, and maintenance positions are included in Appendix 2-A.

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Figure 2-1: SSMP Organization Lines of Authority

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Table 2-1: Narrative Explanation of Responsibilities of SSMP Organization Positions Position Narrative Explanation
City Council Provides policy direction, approves SSMP, and appropriates funds to implement SSMP activities
City Manager Implements City Council policy
Director of Public
Works
Supervises Public Works engineering, operations, and administrative staff.

Regulatory agency liaison. Overall responsibility for capital and operating budgets.

Deputy Director of
Public Works
Supervises Public Works engineering and administrative staff. Regulatory agency liaison.

Public Works
Operations Manager
Oversees the O&M aspects of the SSMP. Supervises operations and maintenance staff.

Administrative and
Fiscal Manager
Responsible for establishing sewer operating and capital budgets.

Manager of Engineering Oversees programs related to the sewer rehabilitation and I/I correction programs, including sewer condition assessment, rehabilitation, inflow, and private sewer lateral compliance programs. Supervises engineering staff.

Supervising Civil
Engineer
Supervises engineering staff working on the sewer program. Oversees preparation of plans and reports required by regulatory orders; serves as technical advisor to Director of Public Works on regulatory issues.

Associate Civil Engineer
– Sewer CIP Program
Oversees sewer rehabilitation design and construction projects and GIS updates; coordinates with O&M staff on referrals for sewer repairs and map updates.

Associate Civil Engineer
– Sewer Inflow Program
Manages smoke testing contractor, compiles and tracks smoke testing results and related enforcement activities, sends out notices and citations for violations Assistant Civil
Engineers – Sewer CIP
Program
Manage sewer rehabilitation design and construction projects and contractor CCTV and manhole inspection. Perform GIS updates.

Engineering Inspectors Inspect sewer rehabilitation construction.

Building Inspector II –
Private Sewer Lateral
Program
Manages the PSL compliance program, including issuing sewer lateral certificates, tracking compliance, and issuing notices and citations for violations.

Public Works
Maintenance
Superintendent
Oversees sewer system O&M program and supervises sewer system O&M staff.

Responsible for City’s reporting to CIWQS.

Senior Public Works
Supervisor
LRO. Responsible for training and tracking performance of sewer O&M staff, maintaining and reporting O&M metrics. Authorized representative for reporting to CIWQS.

Public Works
Supervisors
Supervise sewer field personnel; assign and track completion of work. Support planning, scheduling, dispatch, and tracking of sewer maintenance activities.

Authorized representative for reporting to CIWQS.

Sewer Maintenance
Assistant Supervisors
Assist in leading and supervising sewer field personnel.

Sewer Field Personnel Perform sewer system emergency response, cleaning, inspection, and repair work.

Environmental
Compliance Specialist
Provides data management support for tracking and reporting sewer maintenance activities; supports CMMS implementation. Authorized representative for reporting to CIWQS.

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Table 2-2: Positions Responsible for SSMP Implementation SSMP
Element SSMP Element/Measure Responsible Position
1 Goal and Introduction Director of Public Works
2 Organization Director of Public Works
3 Legal Authority Director of Public Works
4 Operations and Maintenance Program – Mapping Supervising Civil Engineer - Sewers 4 Operations and Maintenance Program – Preventive and
Routine Maintenance; Sewer Inspection
Public Works Maintenance
Superintendent
4 Operations and Maintenance Program – Condition
Assessment; Rehabilitation and Replacement Program
Supervising Civil Engineer - Sewers
4 Operations and Maintenance Program – CIP Program
Funding
Director of Public Works
4 Operations and Maintenance Program – Field Crew Training; O&M Contractor Training
Public Works Maintenance
Superintendent
4 Operations and Maintenance Program – Inspection and CIP Contractor Training
Supervising Civil Engineer - Sewers
4 Operations and Maintenance Program – Equipment and
Replacement Parts Inventory
Public Works Maintenance
Superintendent
5 Design and Performance Provisions Supervising Civil Engineer - Sewers 6 Spill Emergency Response Plan Public Works Maintenance Superintendent
7 Sewer Pipe Blockage Control Program Public Works Maintenance Superintendent
8 System Evaluation, Capacity Assurance and Capital
Improvements
Supervising Civil Engineer - Sewers
9 Monitoring, Measurement, and Program Modifications Operations Manager 10 Internal Audits Operations Manager and Engineering
Manager
11 Communication Program Deputy Director of Public Works

The City’s chain of communications for reporting sewer overflows is shown in Figure 2-2. Refer to Chapter 6, Overflow Emergency Response Plan, for additional information on SSO notification and reporting.

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Figure 2-2: Chain of Communications for Reporting SSOs

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Legal Authority
This section of the SSMP discusses the City’s legal authority to comply with the SSMP requirements, as provided in its Municipal Code and agreements with other agencies.

The Berkeley Municipal Code (BMC) and the California Plumbing Code, which has been adopted by the City, provide the City with the required legal authorities. The City’s legal authorities are also provided by EBMUD Ordinances and Regulations. The City’s current legal authorities are summarized in Table 3-1.

Each of the documents providing the City of Berkeley with required legal authorities can be accessed via the internet at the following websites:
• Berkeley Municipal Code: http://codepublishing.com/ca/berkeley/ • California Plumbing Code: https://epubs.iapmo.org/CPC/ • EBMUD Wastewater Control Ordinance: https://www.ebmud.com/wastewater/collection- treatment/wastewater-control-ordinance-discharge-limits As noted previously, other public agency sewer systems discharging to the City’s system include the University of California Berkeley (UCB), Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (LBNL), and small portions of the City of Albany, City of Oakland, and Stege Sanitary District. The City communicates with these agencies on a regular basis, as described in Section 11.2. The City plans to develop more formal agreements with these agencies in the future in order to better define their specific responsibilities with respect to sewer discharge into the City of Berkeley sewer system and, in applicable cases, each agency’s responsibilities for jointly-used facilities.

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Table 3-1: Summary of City of Berkeley’s Legal Authorities Requirement Legal Authority Reference

ILLICIT DISCHARGES
Prevent illicit discharges into the wastewater collection system
BMC 17.16.020, EBMUD Wastewater
Control Ordinance
Limit the discharge of fats, oils, and grease and other debris that may cause blockages
BMC 17.16.020
Control infiltration and inflow (I/I) from private service laterals
BMC 17.24.050,060,070

PROPER DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION
Require that sewers and connection be properly designed and constructed
BMC 17.16.050
Require proper installation, testing, and inspection of new and rehabilitated sewers
BMC 17.16.050, 17.24.120

ACCESS TO LATERALS
Clearly define City responsibility and policies BMC 17.24.020 Ensure access for maintenance, inspection, or repairs for portions of the service lateral owned or maintained by the City
BMC 17.24.040

FOG SOURCE CONTROL
Requirements to install grease removal devices (such as traps or interceptors)
EBMUD Wastewater Control Ordinance
Design standards for the grease removal devices BMC 19.34.010 Maintenance requirements, BMP requirements, record
keeping and reporting requirements for grease removal
devices
EBMUD Wastewater Control Ordinance
Authority to inspect grease producing facilities EBMUD Wastewater Control Ordinance

ENFORCEMENT
Enforce any violations of its sewer ordinances BMC 1.20

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Operation and Maintenance Program
This section of the SSMP provides an overview of the City’s sewer system operations and maintenance (O&M) program. The elements of the City’s sewer system O&M Program include maintenance of gravity sewers, operational inspection and maintenance of pump stations, and sewer and manhole inspection, rehabilitation and replacement. The details of the City’s O&M programs are described in this section.

4.1 Updated Map of Sanitary Sewer System
The City has a geographic information system (GIS) that includes the information for its wastewater collection system assets. The GIS information is available to appropriate City staff.

The field crews use GIS sectional maps called sector maps. The sector maps contain individual segments as well as manhole structures and are updated as needed. Corrections that are identified by the field crews are entered on a single map set and referred to sewer engineering for GIS updating.

4.2 Preventive Operation and Maintenance Activities

4.2.1 Overview of Sewer Maintenance Program
The objectives for the City’s sewer maintenance program are:

1. Clean each of the gravity sewer line segments on a preventive maintenance frequency that will minimize the occurrence of repeat blockages and/or overflows;

2. If determined necessary, modify preventive maintenance frequency following a blockage/SSO event or after a closed-circuit television (CCTV) inspection identifies a maintenance defect where the loss of flow area, based on pipe diameter, is greater than 20 percent;

3. The initial round of cleaning and inspections of the entire sewer system, which began in 2010, has been completed. The City will now clean or inspect each gravity sewer line segment at a future frequency determined by conditions that were observed and recorded during cleaning and inspection, with at least 60 miles of sewer cleaned or inspected per fiscal year.

Appendix 4-A contains the Sanitary Sewer Maintenance section of the Public Works Streets and Utilities Division Field Manual, which includes procedures for sewer maintenance activities conducted by the Division.

4.2.2 Sewer Preventive Maintenance
The City employs a preventive maintenance approach to maintaining the sewer system designed to minimize the occurrence of repeat blockages and/or SSOs from gravity sewer line segments with a known history of problems. It consists of cleaning problematic gravity sewer line segments on an aggressive preventive maintenance frequency of every 1, 2, 3, 6, 12, 18, 24 or 36 months and all other sewer line segments at a frequency determined by observed conditions. Sewer preventive maintenance activities

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will be scheduled and recorded in the City’s Nexgen computerized maintenance management system (CMMS). The City’s standard operating procedure for sewer cleaning is included in Appendix 4-A.

Aggressive (“Hot Spot”) Preventive Maintenance
The City’s current sewer preventive maintenance program includes aggressive (“hot spot”) preventive maintenance for all sewers that have experienced a blockage and/or SSO event since CY 2007, and where the underlying cause of the event has not been corrected through source control, chemical root control, repair, or rehabilitation/replacement. The gravity sewer line segments that are currently maintained on an aggressive preventive maintenance frequency are listed in Appendix 4-B.

Guidelines for managing aggressive preventive maintenance are as follows:
• Any gravity sewer line segment that experiences a blockage and/or SSO event will be cleaned during the City’s response to the service call, and will be added to the hot spot program at an appropriate frequency (the default frequency will be 6 months, unless otherwise indicated by results of the investigation on the primary cause).
• A line segment may also be added to the hot spot program based on the results of CCTV inspection identifying an area where the loss of flow area, based on pipe diameter constriction, is greater than 20 percent.
• Field crew observations regarding the nature and extent of the materials removed from the gravity sewer line segment will be noted on the work orders associated with subsequent cleaning activities, and that information will be used to establish future cleaning frequencies and methods, following the process outlined in Appendix 4-A.
• The maintenance frequency for gravity sewer line segments may be reduced if the line has been rehabilitated; spot repaired; had a FOG case closure; or had a clear CCTV inspection one year after the last cleaning event. A reduction in maintenance frequency also requires approval of the Senior Public Works Supervisor or the Public Works Superintendent.

System-Wide Routine Maintenance
Sewer pipelines not assigned an aggressive preventive maintenance frequency will be cleaned as part of a system-wide preventive maintenance program. The City’s gravity sewer system has been divided into 286 cleaning sectors for planning and scheduling system-wide preventive maintenance. These cleaning sectors were defined by field crews, based on being geographically related gravity sewer line segments with similar risk of blockage or SSOs, and based on their size and material. The sewer cleaning sectors have total lengths ranging from 440 feet to over 15,900 feet (over 3 miles). The cleaning sector for each pipe is identified in GIS. The cleaning sectors and their respective pipe length and scheduled or completed service date are listed in Appendix 4-C.

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The cleaning sectors were developed using the following priorities:
• Age of pipe,
• Size of pipe, 6 inch diameter having the highest priority with priority decreasing by pipe size, • Material, vitrified clay pipe (VCP) was the highest priority, • Areas where FOG was problematic, i.e. in business areas, and • Areas where roots are problematic.
• Pipe segments with a history of SSOs (hot spots)

The City performed spatial analysis of these factors to determine where high priority concerns overlapped. The City then divided geographically related line segments with similar risks into cleaning sectors that could be accomplished by a crew in a 1 to 4 day period.

System-wide preventive maintenance will be scheduled each month using the CMMS and will follow the completion of aggressive preventive maintenance activities (e.g., in the latter part of each month).

Root Control
The City employs both mechanical and chemical root control methods. Both the system-wide and hot spot cleaning programs address areas with root intrusion, particularly sewers located in easements.

Chemical root control is used to maximize the remaining life of the sewers by minimizing damage to the pipe related to continuing root growth and frequent mechanical root cleaning activities Pump Stations
The City conducts a weekly operational inspection of its pump stations including the wet well cleaning.

The mechanical and electrical equipment preventive maintenance is scheduled annually. Lift station maintenance procedures are included in the Sanitary Sewer Maintenance Field Manual in Appendix 4-A.

A copy of the City’s lift station maintenance work order form is included in Appendix 4-D.

4.2.3 Non-Routine Maintenance
Non-routine maintenance activities include investigation and response to any complaints regarding a manhole overflow, missing or shifted manhole covers, manhole covers that are excessively noisy, residential plumbing troubles, pump station malfunction, unexpected sewer odor, etc. Sewer complaints

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received by the Public Works Department are entered into the CMMS and investigated, and appropriate actions are taken to resolve the source of the problem.

4.3 Training
City Staff
The City uses a combination of in-house classes; on-the-job training; and conferences, seminars, and other training opportunities to train its wastewater collection system staff.

In most cases, equipment and operations training is initially provided by the vendor or manufacturer of the equipment. Ongoing technical training is provided through on-the-job training and rotation among the different maintenance crews and equipment. The City also relies on regional and statewide training available through seminars and conferences. The City has also provided training classes for California Water Environment Association (CWEA) collection system certification and NASSCO PACP certification. Training resources available through conferences, seminars, and educational institutions are shown in Table 4-1.

Staff Contracted for City Projects
The City’s contract language requires contractors working in the wastewater collection system to provide training for their employees regarding the potential to cause SSOs and the importance of preventing non- stormwater discharges into the local waterways, as well as develop and submit a Spill Response Plan for review and approval.

The City construction specifications require that all contractors and subcontractors be experienced with sanitary sewer work and that they fully comply with all laws, regulations, and standards governing sewer work, sanitation, and public health.

Table 4-1: Training Resources
Sponsor Event/Material Timeframe Reference
Bay Area Clean Water
Agencies
Collection System Committee Monthly http://www.bacwa.org California Water
Environment Association
State Conference April www.cwea.org
Northern Regional Training
Conference
September

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San Francisco Bay Section
Collection System Committee
Quarterly
California State
University, Sacramento
Videos, manuals, home study
courses
www.owp.csus.edu

4.4 Equipment Inventory
Appendix 4-F includes lists of the major equipment that the City uses in the operation and maintenance of its sewer system, and Appendix4-G is a list of critical sewer system replacement parts.

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Design and Performance Provisions
This element of the SSMP presents the City’s Design and Construction Standards for sewer systems.

5.1 Updated Design Criteria and Construction Standards and Specifications
The City’s standards pertaining to the design, construction, and inspection of gravity sewer systems, sewer force mains, and other facilities to be operated and maintained by the City consist of the Standards for Sanitary Sewers included in Appendix 5-A, the California Plumbing Code, the City of Berkeley Specifications for Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation and associated Appendices, Details, and Detail Specifications included in Appendix 5-B, Regional Standards for Sanitary Sewer Installation, Rehabilitation and Repair, and the Standard Specifications for Public Works Construction by Public Works Standards, Inc., also known as the Greenbook.

5.2 Procedures and Standards
The City’s standards pertaining to the inspection and testing of newly constructed, installed, repaired, or rehabilitated system sewers consist of the California Plumbing Code, the City of Berkeley Specifications for Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation and associated Appendices, and the Standard Specifications for Public Works Construction by Public Works Standards, Inc., also known as the Greenbook.

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Spill Emergency Response Plan
The purpose of the Spill Emergency Response Plan (SERP) is to support an orderly and effective response to sanitary sewer overflows (SSOs). The SERP provides guidelines for City personnel to follow in responding to, cleaning up, and reporting SSOs that may occur within the City’s service area.

6.1 Goals for SSO Response
The City’s goals with respect to responding to SSOs are:
• Respond quickly to minimize the volume of the SSO;
• Eliminate the cause of the SSO;
• Contain the spilled wastewater to the extent feasible; • Minimize public contact with the spilled wastewater;
• Mitigate the impact of the SSO; and
• Meet the regulatory reporting requirements.

6.2 Definitions
See Table 6-1 for the definitions for the different spill categories.

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Table 6-1: Spill Category Definitions

CATEGORIES CATEGORY DEFINITIONS
CATEGORY 1 A spill of any volume of sewage from or caused by a sanitary sewer system regulated under the WDR that results in a discharge to:
• A surface water, including a surface water body that contains no flow or volume of water; or
• A drainage conveyance system that discharges to surface waters when the sewage is not fully captured and returned to the sanitary sewer system or disposed of properly.

Any spill volume not recovered from a drainage conveyance sy stem is considered a discharge to surface water, unless the drainage conveyance system discharges to a dedicated stormwater infiltration basin or facility. A spill from an Enrollee-owned and/or operated lateral that discharges to a surface water is a Categ ory 1 spill; the Enrollee shall report all Category 1 spills per section 3.1 of Attachment E1 (Notification, Monitoring, Reporting and Recordkeeping Requirements) of this General Order.

CATEGORY 2 A spill of 1,000 gallons or greater, from or caused by a sanitary sewer system regulated under this General Order that does not discharge to a surface water.

A spill of 1,000 gallons or greater that spills out of a lateral and is caused by a failure or blo ckage in the sanitary sewer system, is a Category 2 spill.

CATEGORY 3 A spill of equal to or greater than 50 gallons and less than 1,000 gallons, from or caused by a sanitary sewer system regulated under this General Order that does not discharge to a sur face water.

A spill of equal to or greater than 50 gallons and less than 1,000 gallons, that spills out of a lateral and is caused by a failure or blockage in the sanitary sewer system is a Category 3 spill.

CATEGORY 4 A spill of less than 50 gallons, from or caused by a sanitary sewer system regulated under this General Order that does not discharge to a surface water.

A spill of less than 50 gallons that spills out of a lateral and is caused by a failure or blockage in the sanitary sewer system is a Category 4 spill.

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6.3 Response to Notification of Spill
The processes that are employed to notify the City of the occurrence of an SSO include observation by the public, receipt of an alarm, or observation by City staff during the normal course of their work.

The City of Berkeley has adopted service call/overflow response procedures requiring immediate response to minimize or eliminate an overflow. The City provides all necessary spill response supplies, which are available for use at any time.

When a notification of an SSO is received, it should be clearly communicated who will respond, the estimated time of arrival, and what areas will need to be accessed. The information provided by the caller should be verified before dis patching a field crew. This includes verifying the address and nearest cross street and making sure it is part of the City’s collection system. If not, provide the caller with the phone number of the responsible agency and follow up by calling the agency and providing the details of the call.

Contact information for neighboring agencies is included in Appendix 6-A.

6.3.1 Public Observation
Public observation is the most common way that the City is notified of blockages and spills. Contact information for reporting sewer spills and backups is in the phone book and on the City’s website:
https://berkeleyca.gov/. The City’s telephone number for reporting sewer problems is (510) 981-6620 (8 am to 5 pm) or 311 Sewer calls that are received during normal working hours are routed through the City’s 311 call center.

Normal Work Hours
The City’s regular working hours are Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., except holidays. When a report of a sewer spill or backup is made during normal work hours, the Public Works Customer Service Call Center receives the call, takes the information from the caller, and communicates it to the field crew. The information regarding the service call is electronically documented.

After Hours
Service calls are forwarded to the Answering Service who receives the call, takes the information from the caller, and communicates it to the City’s on call staff. The Answering Service confirms receipt of the service call with the pertinent information received from the caller is electronically is sent to Public Works Customer Service.

6.3.2 City Staff Observation
City staff conducts periodic inspections of its sewer system facilities as part of their routine activities.

Any problems noted with the sewer system facilities are reported to appropriate City staff who, in turn, respond to emergency situations. Work orders are issued to correct non-emergency conditions.

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6.3.3 Alarms
Pump station alarms are transmitted via autodialer to the City’s Emergency Communication Center. The information is communicated to field crews or standby personnel for response as described above.

SSO Response Procedures Sewer service calls are considered high priority events that demand a prompt response. The notification and response procedure flow chart is shown in Figure 6-1.

Figure 6-1: Notification and Response Flow Chart

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6.3.4 Customer Relations Practices
As representatives of the City, field staff will occasionally have to deal with an irate homeowner. A sewer backup is a stressful event and even a reasonable homeowner can become irate if it is perceived that staff members as being indifferent, uncaring, unresponsive, and/or unprepared.

Although sometimes difficult, effective management of a sewage backup situation is critical. If it is not managed well, the situation can end up in a costly, prolonged process with the homeowner. The homeowner should feel assured that the City is responsive and the homeowner’s best interest is a top priority.

It is important for employees to communicate effectively with customers, especially in sewage backup situations. How they communicate – on the phone, in writing, or in person – is how the City is perceived.

Good communication with the homeowner results in greater confidence in the City’s ability to address the problem satisfactorily, less chance of having the homeowner prolong the claims process, and less chance of the customer exaggerating the damage done on the property. Some communication tips for City staff in dealing with homeowners affected by an SSO are listed below. • Give the homeowner ample time to explain the situation or to vent. Show interest in what the homeowner has to say, no matter how many times you have heard it before, or how well you understand the problem.
• As soon as possible, let the customer know that you will determine if the source of the sewer backup is in the sewer main and, if it is, will have it corrected as quickly as you can. • Acknowledge the homeowner’s concerns. For example, if the homeowner appears angry or worried about property damage, respond with something like, “I understand that you’re concerned about the possible damage to your property, but a professional cleanup crew can restore the area.”
• Express understanding and empathy for any inconveniences caused by the incident, but do not admit fault. If it is determined that the City is at fault, the property owner has the right to file a claim for any reasonable repairs or losses resulting from the incident. • As much as possible, keep the homeowner informed on what is being done and will be done to correct the problem.
• Keep focused on getting the job done in a very professional manner. Don’t wander from the problem with too much unnecessary small talk with the homeowner. • Don’t find fault or lay blame on anyone.
• Provide Satisfaction Survey

6.3.5 First Responder Priorities
The first responder’s priorities are:
• To follow safe work practices.

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• To respond promptly with the appropriate equipment.
• To evaluate the cause of spill and determine responsibility. • To contain the spill wherever feasible.
• To restore the flow as soon as practicable.
• To minimize public access to and/or contact with the spilled sewage. • To promptly notify the Public Works Senior Supervisor or Public Works Supervisor and City Environmental Health Division, and City’s Clean Storm Water Program in event of major SSO.
• To return the spilled sewage to the sewer system.
• To restore the area to its original condition (or as close as possible).

6.3.6 Safety
The first responder is responsible for following safety procedures at all times. Special safety precautions must be observed when performing sewer work.

There may be times when City personnel responding to a sewer system event are not familiar with potential safety hazards peculiar to sewer work. In such cases it is appropriate to take the time to discuss safety issues, consider the order of work, and check safety equipment before starting the job.

6.3.7 Initial Response
The first responder must respond to the reporting party/problem site and visually check for potential sewer stoppages or overflows.

The first responder should:
• Note arrival time at site using Sewer Field Crew Report form. A sample report is included as Appendix 6-B.
• Verify the existence of a sewer system spill or backup. • Identify and assess the affected area and extent of spill. • Contact caller if time permits.
• Notify the Public Works Senior Supervisor or Public Works Supervisor (working hours) or the On-Call Supervisor (after hours)
o If the spill appears to be large, flowing to a storm drain, in a sensitive area, or there is doubt regarding the extent, impact, or how to proceed.
o If additional help is needed.
• If the spill is large or in a sensitive area, document conditions upon arrival with photographs.

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• Decide whether to proceed with clearing the blockage to restore the flow or to initiate containment measures. The guidance for this decision is:
o Small spills – proceed with clearing the blockage.
o Moderate or large spill where containment is anticipated to be simple – proceed with the containment measures.
o Moderate or large spills where containment is anticipated to be difficult – proceed with clearing the blockage; however, call for additional assistance after 15 minutes without clearing the blockage and implement containment measures.

6.3.8 Restore Flow
Using the appropriate cleaning equipment, set up downstream of the blockage and hydro clean upstream from a clear manhole. Attempt to remove the blockage from the system and observe the flows to ensure that the blockage does not recur downstream.

If the blockage cannot be cleared within a reasonable time (15 minutes), or the sewer requires construction repairs to restore flow, then initiate containment and/or bypass pumping. If assistance is required, immediately contact other employees, contractors, and equipment suppliers.

6.3.9 Initiate Spill Containment Measures
The first responder should attempt to contain as much of the spilled sewage as possible using the following steps:
• Determine the immediate destination of the overflowing sewage. • Plug storm drains using air plugs, sandbags, and/or plastic mats to contain the spill, whenever appropriate. If spilled sewage has made contact with the storm drainage system, attempt to contain the spilled sewage by plugging downstream storm drainage facilities. • Contain/direct the spilled sewage using dike/dam or sandbags. • Pump around the blockage/pipe failure/pump station or vacuum flow from upstream of the blockage and dispose of downstream of the blockage to prevent further overflow. • When an SSO occurs inside of a house or building, the property owner should be instructed to follow these guidelines:
o Keep all family members and pets away from the affected area. o Place towels, rags, blankets, etc between areas that have been affected and areas that have not been affected.
o Do not remove any contaminated items
o Turn off the HVAC system
o Move any uncontaminated property away from the overflow area.

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6.3.10 Equipment
The following is a list of specialized equipment that is required to support SSO response.

Camera -- A digital or disposable camera is required to record the conditions upon arrival, during clean up, and upon departure.

Emergency Response Truck -- A utility body pickup truck is required to store and transport the equipment needed to effectively respond to sewer emergencies. The equipment and tools should include containment and clean up materials.

Global Positioning System (GPS) Unit -- A hand held GPS unit is required to determine the coordinates of spills for use in meeting RWQCB SSO reporting requirements.

Portable Generators, Portable Pumps, Piping, and Hoses -- The list of portable equipment that is required to support this plan is included in the Public Works Standby procedures book.

Combination Sewer Cleaning Truck -- A combination high velocity sewer cleaning truck with vacuum tank is required to clear blockages in gravity sewers, vacuum spilled sewage, and wash down the impacted area following the SSO event.

Closed Circuit Television (CCTV) Inspection Unit – A CCTV Inspection Unit is required to determine the root cause for all SSOs from gravity sewers.

6.4 SSO Volume Estimation
An initial estimation of the volume of spilled sewage and determination of SSO category should be made by the first responder as soon as possible upon arriving at the SSO s ite. The first responder will use the initial estimation and determination to determine appropriate internal and external notifications. A final estimation should be based on the best available information. Methods that can be used for estimating spill volume are described in Appendix 6-C Wherever possible, document the estimate using photos of the SSO site before and during the recovery operation.

6.5 Water Quality Sampling and Monitoring Program
Water quality sampling and testing are required in order to determine the extent and impact of the SSO whenever 50,000 or more of spilled sewage enters a water body. Sampling will be done in accordance with Attachment E1 of the WDR see Appendix A. Water quality sampling may also be performed for smaller spills based on the recommendation of the City Environmental Health Division. Samples should be collected as soon as possible after the discovery of the SSO event. Environmental Health Division staff will be responsible for collection of samples.

6.6 Recovery and Clean-Up
The recovery and clean-up phase begins when the flow has been restored and the spilled sewage has been contained to the extent possible. The SSO recovery and clean-up procedures are:

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6.6.1 Recovery of Spilled Sewage
Vacuum up and/or pump the spilled sewage and discharge it back into the sanitary sewer system.

If sewage has reached the storm drain system, the combination sewer cleaning truck should be used to vacuum/pump out the catch basin and any other portion of the storm drain that may contain sewage.

6.6.2 Clean-up and Disinfection
Clean-up and disinfection procedures should be implemented to reduce the potential for human health issues and adverse environmental impacts that are associated with an SSO event. The procedures described are for dry weather conditions and should be modified as required for wet weather conditions.

In the event that an overflow occurs at night, the location should be reinspected first thing the following day. The operator should look for any signs of sewage solids and sewage-related material that may warrant additional cleanup activities. Where clean-up is beyond the capabilities of City staff, a clean-up contractor will be used.

Private Property
The City’s procedures for responding to SSOs on private property are included in the Sanitary Sewer Maintenance Field Manual in Appendix 4-A.

Hard Surface Areas
• Collect all signs of sewage solids and sewage-related material with the use of rakes, shovels, and brooms.
• Wash down the affected area with clean water until the water runs clear. Take reasonable steps to contain and vacuum up the wastewater.
• Disinfect all areas that were contaminated from the overflow using disinfectant solution. Apply minimal amounts of the disinfectant solution using a hand sprayer. Document the volume and application method of disinfectant that was employed.
• Allow area to dry. Repeat the process if additional cleaning is required.

Landscaped and Unimproved Natural Vegetation
• Collect all signs of sewage solids and sewage-related material with the use of rakes, shovels, and brooms.
• If deemed necessary, wash down the affected area with clean water. Take reasonable steps to contain and vacuum up the wastewater.

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Natural Waterways
The California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) should be notified in the event an SSO impacts any riparian habitat. CDFW will provide the professional guidance needed to effectively clean-up spills that occur in these sensitive environments.

Clean-up should proceed quickly in order to minimize negative impact. Any water that is used in the clean up should be de-chlorinated prior to use.

Storm Drain System
Flush the storm drain system catch basins and pipelines impacted by an SSO. Vacuum excess water utilized for flushing. In cases where the SSO travelled long distances through the storm drain system, dump a large volume of water into the storm drain system and set up a vacuum truck downstream to recover the flush water.

Wet Weather Modifications
Omit flushing and sampling during heavy storm events with heavy runoff where flushing is not required and sampling would not provide meaningful results.

6.7 Public Notification
Post signs and place barricades to keep vehicles and pedestrians away from contact with spilled sewage.

Do not remove the signs until directed by the City Environmental Health Division. A sample warning sign is included as Appendix 6-D.

Creeks, streams and beaches that have been contaminated as a result of an SSO should be posted at visible access locations until the risk of contamination has subsided to acceptable background levels. The warning signs, once posted, should be checked every day to ensure that they are still in place.

In the event that an overflow occurs at night, the location should be inspected first thing the following day. The field crew should look for any signs of sewage solids and sewage-related material that may warrant additional clean-up activities.

Major spills may warrant broader public notice. The City Manager will authorize contact with local media when significant areas may have been contaminated by sewage.

6.8 Post-Spill Assessment
The objective of the Post-Spill Assessment is to determine the causes of the SSO and to identify corrective action(s) needed that will reduce or prevent a recurrence of that type of SSO.

The investigation should include reviewing all relevant data to determine appropriate corrective action(s) for the line segment. The investigation should include, but not be limited to:
• Reviewing and completing the Sewer Field Crew Report form,

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• Reviewing past maintenance records,
• Reviewing available photographs,
• Conducting a CCTV inspection to determine the condition of the line segment immediately following the SSO and reviewing the video and logs, and • Interviewing staff that responded to the spill.

The results of the i nvestigation will be documented in an internal report and any Operations and Maintenance activities updates in the City’s CMMS. If capital improvements are necessary the work will be scheduled in the next capital improvement cycle.

6.9 SSO Documentation and Reporting
All SSOs should be thoroughly investigated and documented for use in managing the sewer system and meeting established notification and reporting requirements. The procedures for documenting and reporting SSOs are described below.

6.9.1 Internal SSO Notification and Reporting Procedures Category 1 and 2 SSOs
The field crew will immediately notify the Public Works Senior Supervisor or Public Works Supervisor (working hours) or the On Call Supervisor (after hours). The Supervisor will notify the Public Works Maintenance Superintendent or the Deputy Director of Public Works.

The field crew will fill out the Sewer Field Crew Report form and turn it in to the Public Works Senior Supervisor or Public Works Supervisor. The Public Works Senior Supervisor or Public Works Supervisor will forward the report to the Public Works Maintenance Superintendent.

The Public Works Senior Supervisor or Public Works Supervisor (working hours) or the On Call Supervisor (after hours) will meet with field crew(s) at the site of the SSO event to assess the situation and to document the conditions with photos.

In the event of a very large overflow or an overflow in a sensitive area, the Deputy Public Works Director or the Public Works Director will notify the City Manager. The City Manager may notify the City Council.

In the event of a Category 1 SSO, the first responder should notify the City Environmental Health Division to collect water samples for determining water quality impacts of the SSO. Samples should be collected as soon as possible after the discovery of the SSO event.

Category 3 and 4 SSOs
The field crew will fill out the Sewer Field Crew Report form and turn it in to the Public Works Senior Supervisor or the Public Works Supervisor. The Public Works Senior Supervisor or Public Works Supervisor will forward the report to the Public Works Maintenance Superintendent.

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6.9.2 External SSO Reporting Procedures
The California Integrated Water Quality System (CIWQS) electronic reporting system is used for reporting SSO information to the SWRCB.

Table 6-2 summarizes notification, reporting, monitoring, and record keeping requirements as specified in Appendix A. A flow chart showing the external reporting response requirements based on the type of SSO is included as Figure 6-2.

Table 6-2: Notification, Reporting, Monitoring, and Record Keeping Requirements

ELEMENT REQUIREMENT METHOD

NOTIFICATION
(see Section 1*)
• Within 2 hours of the Enrollee’s knowledge of a
Category 1 or Cate gory 2 SSO of 1,000 gallons or
greater, discharging or threatening to discharge to
surface waters, notify the California Office of
Emergency Services (Cal OES) and obtain a notification
control number.

Call Cal OES at:
(800) 852-7550

REPORTING
(see Section 3*)
• Category 1 SSO: Submit Draft report within 3
business days of becoming aware of the SSO and
certify within 15 calendar days of SSO end date.

Submit Amended Spill Report within 90 calendar days
of SSO end date
• Category 2 SSO: Submit Draft report within 3
business days of becoming aware of the SSO and
certify within 15 calendar days of SSO end date.

Submit Amended Spill Report within 90 calendar days
of SSO end date
• Category 3 SSO: Submit Certified report within 30
calendar days of the end of month in which SSO
occurred. Submit Amended Spill Report within 90
calendar days of SSO end date
• Category 4 SSO: Certify monthly, the estimated total
spill volume exiting the sanitary sewer system, and the total number of all Category 4 spills into the online
CIWQS Sanitary Sewer System Database, within 30
days after the end of the calendar month in which the
spills occurred. Certify by February 1st after the end of calendar year in which the spills occur.
• SSO Technical Report: Certify within 45 calendar
days after the end date of any Category 1 SSO in which
50,000 gallons or greater is spilled to surface waters. • “No Spill” Monthly Certification: Certify that no
SSOs occurred within 30 calendar days of the end of
the month in which no SSOs occurred.
• Annual Report: Update and Certify every 12 months.

Enter data into the California
Integrated Water Quality
System (CIWQS) Online
SSO Database
(http://ciwqs.waterboards.ca.
gov/), certified by enrollee’s
Legally Responsible
Official(s).

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WATER

QUALITY

MONITORING
(see Section 2*)
• Conduct water quality sampling of the receiving water within 18 hours of initial knowledge of Category 1
SSOs of 50,000 gallons or greater to surface waters.

Water quality results are
required to be uploaded into
CIWQS for Category 1
SSOs in which 50,000
gallons or greater is spilled
to surface waters.

RECORD

KEEPING
(see Section 4*)
• SSO event records.
• Sanitary Sewer Management Plan (SSMP)
implementation and changes/updates to SSMP.
• Records to document Water Quality Monitoring for
SSOs of 50,000 gallons or greater spilled to surface
waters.
• Collection system telemetry records if relied upon to document and/or estimate SSO Volume.

Self-maintained records shall
be available during
inspections or upon request.
*Refers to section in Attachment E1, Notification, Monitoring, Reporting and Recordkeeping Requirements, of Order WQ 2022-0103-D

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Figure 6-2: External Notification and Reporting Requirement Flow Chart

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Category 1 SSOs
The following reporting requirements apply to any Category 1 SSO:

Within two hours of notification of the spill event, the Public Works Senior Supervisor or Public Works Supervisor will:
• Notify OES (and obtain spill number for use in other reports), and • Notify the City Environmental Health Division
Within 3 business days of the spill event, the Public Works Maintenance Superintendent or his/her designee will submit the initial report using CIWQS.

Within 15 calendar days of the SSO end date, the Public Works Maintenance Superintendent or other authorized representative will submit the Final Certification.

The Public Works Maintenance Superintendent will attach additional information to the certified report, in the form of an attachment, as needed at any time.

Category 2 SSOs
The following reporting requirements apply to any Category 2 SSO:

Within 3 business days of the spill event, the Public Works Maintenance Superintendent or his/her designee will submit the initial report using CIWQS.

Within 15 calendar days of the SSO end date, the Public Works Maintenance Superintendent or other authorized representative will submit the Final Certification.

The Public Works Maintenance Superintendent will attach additional information to the certified report, in the form of an attachment, as needed at any time.

Category 3 SSOs
Within 30 calendar days after the end of the calendar month in which the SSO occurs, the Public Maintenance Superintendent or his/her designee will submit an electronic report using CIWQS. The Public Works Maintenance Superintendent or other authorized representative will certify the report.

Category 4 SSOs
Within 30 calendar days after the end of the calendar month in which the SSO occurred, the Public Maintenance Superintendent or his/her designee will certify the estimated total spill volume and total number of SSOs into CIWQS. The Public Works Maintenance Superintendent or other authorized representative will upload and certify the report for all category 4 SSOs that occurred by February 1st after the end of the calendar year in which the SSOs occurred.

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SSO Technical Report
The City will submit an SSO Technical Report in the CIWQS Online SSO Database within 45 calendar days of the SSO end date for any SSO in which 50,000 gallons or greater are spilled to surface waters. This report will include the following:

Causes and Circumstances of the SSO:
a) Complete and detailed explanation of how and when the SSO was discovered. b) Diagram showing the SSO failure point, appearance point(s), and final destination(s). c) Detailed description of the methodology employed and available data used to calculate the volume of the SSO and, if applicable, the SSO volume recovered. d) Detailed description of the cause(s) of the SSO.
e) Copies of original field crew records used to document the SSO. f) Historical maintenance records for the failure location.

City’s Response to SSO:
a) Chronological narrative description of all actions taken by enrollee to terminate the spill. b) Explanation of how the City’s SERP was implemented to respond to and mitigate the SSO. c) Final corrective action(s) completed and/or planned to be completed, including a schedule for actions not yet completed.

Water Quality Monitoring:
a) Description of all water quality sampling activities conducted including analytical results and evaluation of the results.
b) Detailed location map illustrating all water quality sampling points.

Private Lateral Sewage Discharges
The Public Works Maintenance Superintendent or his/her designee may report private lateral SSOs using CIWQS at the City’s discretion, specifying that the sewage discharge occurred and was caused by a private lateral and identifying the responsible party (other than the City), if known.

No Spill Certification (Monthly)
If there are no SSOs during the calendar month, the Public Works Senior Supervisor or Public Works Supervisor will submit an electronic report that the City did not have any SSOs The Public Works Maintenance Superintendent or his/her designee will certify the report within 30 calendar days after the end of each calendar month.

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Amended SSO Report
The City may update or add additional information to a certified SSO report in CIWQS within 90 calendar days after the SSO end date. If update or additional information is needed, the Public Works Maintenance Superintendent will update or attach additional information to the certified report.

CIWQS Not Available
In the event that CIWQS is not available, the Public Works Senior Supervisor or Public Works Supervisor will fax all required information to the RWQCB office in accordance with the time schedules identified above. In such event, the City will submit the appropriate reports using CIWQS as soon as practical. The RWQCB fax number is (510) 622-2460.

6.9.3 Internal Procedures to Ensure Timely and Accurate CIWQS SSO Certification The following are the internal procedures that ensure a timely and accurate CIWQS SSO certification:
• Responsibility for SSO Certification is assigned to the Senior Supervisor responsible for sewer maintenance; additionally, CIWQS SSO Certification training is provided to other senior staff. • Status of the reporting and certification of SSOs is covered during regular Operations Sewer Staff meetings held every other week.
• Reporting on the status of SSO Certification is included as an agenda item to the standing monthly Sewer meeting between Operations and Engineering, including review of the CIWQS database to verify that it is up to date.
• A shared Operations/Sewer scheduling calendar is created in Outlook for the purpose of tracking the certification of SSOs in the CIWQS database.
• The City’s Computerized Sewer Maintenance Management System, Nexgen, has been modified to include a mandatory SSO field; this field must be populated to clo se the incident in Nexgen, ensuring capture of SSO data.
• The Senior Sewer Supervisor retrieves regular reports from Nexgen to compare against CIWQS, verifying that all SSO data captured in Nexgen has been reported and certified in the CIWQS database.

6.9.4 Internal SSO Documentation
Category 1, 2 , 3 and 4 SSOs
The first responder will complete a work order and the Sewer Field Crew Report form and provide copies to the Public Works Senior Supervisor or Public Works Supervisor.

The Public Works Senior Supervisor or Public Works Supervisor will complete the Private Property Incident Form if an SSO has occurred in a residence or building.

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The Public Works Senior Supervisor or Public Works Supervisor will create and maintain a file for each individual SSO. The file should include the following information:
• Initial service call information
• Sewer Field Crew Report form
• Copies of the CIWQS report forms
• Volume estimate
• Post-Spill Assessment results
The following are for Category 1 and 2 SSOs, but optional for Category 3 and 4 SSOs:
• Appropriate maps showing the spill location
• Photographs of spill location
• Water quality sampling and test results, if applicable

Private Lateral SSOs
The first responder will complete the Sewer Field Crew Report form and provide copies to Public Works Senior Supervisor or Public Works Supervisor.

A separate file will be prepared for each individual SSO, at the Public Works Maintenance Superintendent’s discretion. The file should include any relevant information from the above list.

6.9.5 External SSO Record Keeping Requirements
Attachment E1 of the WDR requires that individual SSO records be maintained by the City for a minimum of five years from the date of the SSO.

All records (electronic or hard copies) shall be made available for review upon SWRCB or RWQCB staff's request during on-site inspection or through an information request. Records shall be retained for all SSOs, including but not limited to the following when applicable:
• Service call and complaint call records received by the City, documenting how the City responded to all notifications of possible or actual SSOs (including complaints that did not result in SSOs), including:
o Date, time, and method of notification
o Date and time the complainant or informant first noticed the SSO o Narrative description of the complaint, including any information the caller can provide regarding whether or no he/she knows if the SSO has reached surface waters, drainage channels, or storm drains

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o Follow-up return contact information for the caller for each service call and complaint call, if not reported anonymously
o Final resolution
• Electronic monitoring records relied upon for documenting SSO events and/or estimating SSO volume discharged, including:
o Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems o Alarm systems
o Flow monitoring devices or other instruments used to estimate wastewater levels, flow rates, or volumes;
• Records documenting steps and/or remedial actions taken to control and terminate the SSO and recover as much of the discharged volume as possible;
• Records documenting how estimates of volume discharged and volume recovered were calculated.

When water quality sampling is conducted by the City or its agent(s) as a result of any SSO, records of monitoring information shall include:
• The date, location, and time of sampling or measurements; • The individual(s) who performed the sampling or measurements; • The date(s) analyses were performed;
• The individual(s) who performed the analyses;
• The analytical technique or method used; and
• The results of such analyses.

6.10 Post SSO Event Debriefing
Every SSO event is an opportunity to evaluate the response and reporting procedures. Each SSO event is unique, with its own elements and challenges including volume, cause, location, terrain, and other parameters.

As soon as possible after major SSO events, all of the participants, from the person who received the call to the last person to leave the site, should meet to review the procedures used and to discuss what worked and where improvements could be made in responding to and mitigating future SSO events. The results of the debriefing should be recorded and tracked to ensure the action items are completed.

6.11 SSO Response Training
This section provides information on the training that is required to support this SERP.

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6.11.1 Initial and Annual Refresher Training
All City personnel who may have a role in responding to, reporting, and/or mitigating a sewer system overflow should receive training on the contents of this SERP. All new employees should receive training before they are placed in a position where they may have to respond. Current employees should receive annual refresher training on this plan and the procedures to be followed.

6.11.2 SSO Response Drills
Periodic training drills should be held to ensure that employees are up-to-date on the procedures, the equipment is in working order, and the required materials are readily available. The training drills should cover scenarios typically observed during sewer-related emergencies (e.g. mainline blockage, mainline failure, force main failure, pump station failure, and lateral blockage). The results and the observations during the drills should be recorded and action items should be tracked to ensure completion.

6.11.3 SSO Training Record Keeping
Records should be kept of all training that is provided in support of this plan. The records for all scheduled training courses and for each overflow emergency response training event and should include date, time, place, content, name of trainer(s), and names of attendees.

6.12 Contractors Working on City Sewer Facilities
All contractors working on City sewer facilities will be required to develop a project-specific SERP that is subject to City approval. All contractor personnel will be required to receive training in the contractor’s SERP and to follow that SERP in the event that they cause or observe an SSO.

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Sewer Pipe Blockage Control Program
This section presents the City’s Fats, Oils, and Grease (FOG) Control Program. This FOG Control Program will be managed, staffed, and administered by the East Bay Municipal Utility District (EBMUD), with the exception of enforcement, which is the City’s responsibility. The City Environmental Health Division will assist EBMUD in investigating problem areas.

7.1 Nature and Extent of FOG Problem
Data on SSOs and causes were analyzed to define the nature and extent of the FOG problems in the City’s sewer system. The City has reported 143 SSOs during the period 2014 through 2024, 68 of which were associated with sewer mainlines. Twenty-four of the 68 SSOs (16% of the total) were caused by grease.

The City is currently experiencing one to two grease-related SSOs per year.

The City’s preventive maintenance efforts combined with the EBMUD FOG Source Control Program appear to be effective in minimizing the problems associated with commercial FOG sources.

7.2 FOG Source Control Program
The City will continue to contract with EBMUD for FOG Source Control Program services. EBMUD’s services include targeted FOG hot spot investigations (as reported by the City), food service establishment (FSE) and grease interceptor inspections, and public outreach and education. EBMUD also maintains a FOG control database to manage information about FSEs, inspections, FOG hotspots, and enforcement status. A quarterly report is prepared for each agency. The EBMUD Regional FOG Control Program is described in Appendix 7-A. An example quarterly report for Berkeley is included in Appendix 7-B.

The City Environmental Health Division has a Commercial Food Facility Inspection Program that inspects restaurants and other food service establishments within the City. The inspections for sanitation compliance include checking the food handling facilities practices and storm water inspections, as well as for wastewater discharge in order to control FOG in identified hot spots. The City Environmental Health Division will assist EBMUD in the investigation of problem restaurants and other food service establishments.

7.3 Public Outreach Program
City crews provide information on proper FOG disposal to residents that have experienced a FOG-related blockage or SSO.

EBMUD prepares materials to be used as the basis for a focused public education/outreach program.

EBMUD and the City provide public education/outreach materials to commercial and residential sources

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that are tributary to sewers that experience FOG-related stoppages and SSOs. The City’s FOG brochure is included in Appendix 7-C.

7.4 Acceptable FOG Disposal Facilities
A list of grease haulers approved by EBMUD is included as Appendix 7-D. There is adequate disposal capacity for FOG from commercial sources within the City’s service area.

7.5 FOG Preventive Maintenance
The City’s preventive maintenance program is focused on the problematic sewer line segments. The City uses the results from the sewer cleaning operations to revise sewer cleaning frequencies as required to address maintenance issues. City staff provides the EBMUD FOG Source Control Program staff with timely notice when gravity sewers experience FOG-related blockages or SSOs. Appendix 7-E contains a copy of the form used to report grease SSOs and blockages to EBMUD for investigation.

7.6 Legal Authorities
The City’s legal authorities to control the discharge of FOG to its sanitary sewer system are described in Chapter 3, Legal Authority. The Engineering Division is responsible for enforcement of FOG violations.

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System Evaluation and Capacity Assurance Plan
This section of the SSMP presents the City’s approach to ensuring that its sanitary sewer system has adequate hydraulic capacity through a System Evaluation and Capacity Assurance Plan (SECAP) and a Masterplan.

8.1 System Evaluation and Condition Assessment
The City’s system evaluation and condition assessment efforts are driven by the Consent Decree. The City inspects pipes no less than once every 20 years. The City has adopted the National Association of Sewer Service Companies (NASSCO) Pipeline Assessment Certification Program (PACP) standards for inspection and condition assessment of sewer pipelines. Pipe line inspection frequency can be modified based on observed pipe conditions, SSO frequency, observations while cleaning pipes, known soil instability, etc. The information gathered during the condition assessment will be used to identify acute defects in need of near-term repair, pipes with maintenance issues requiring attention, and to prioritize gravity sewers for rehabilitation and replacement. CCTV data is stored in the City’s POSM CCTV database. Additionally, the City conducts manhole inspections and smoke testing. These results are incorporated into Operation and Maintenance, and repairs as needed.

8.2 Capacity Assessment and Design Criteria
In October 2012, the City completed a Sewer System Hydraulic Modeling and Capacity Assessment study that included wet weather flow monitoring in the system, development of a dynamic hydraulic model of the collection system calibrated to the flow monitoring data, and use of the model to identify potential capacity deficiencies in the system. The results of this study are incorporated into this SSMP. The capacity analysis was based on use of winter water use data to estimate dry weather base wastewater flows for existing development and I/I rates determined based on the flow monitoring. The design storm used in the analysis is the 5-year return period event developed as part of the 1980s East Bay I/I Study.

Appendix 8-A contains excerpts from the report describing the design flow, hydraulic, and capacity analysis criteria used for the analysis.

Capacity deficiencies were identified when the model predicted surcharge to within 5 feet of manhole rims during design storm peak wet weather flow conditions, and needed capacity improvements (either upsizing of existing pipes or flow diversions to route flow away from capacity-deficient pipes) were identified for each deficiency. The estimated amount of I/I reduction that would be required to eliminate the need for capacity improvements was also determined.

The City is currently updating its capacity assessment through an update of an all pipe Sewer System Master Plan. The City will provide the update once the master plan is complete.

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Note that overflow events (SSOs) in the City’s sewer system have generally been associated with maintenance or construction related issues (e.g., blockages due to roots, debris, or construction material or defects) rather than wet weather. As a result of the 1980s I/I studies conducted by EBMUD and the Satellites, the City constructed a number of relief trunk sewers, completed sewer rehabilitation to reduce I/I the system, and removed any wet weather bypasses that existed at the time. These efforts over the past 25 years have eliminated capacity-related overflows in the system. Some localized capacity restrictions may remain, as indicated by the model results; however, wet weather overflows have not been observed at these locations.

8.3 Prioritization of Corrective Action
The City has an annual sewer rehabilitation and replacement program to rehabilitate or replace the portions of its wastewater collection system where conditions warrant and to comply with the Consent Decree. During the condition assessment the City identifies acute defects that are either immediately repaired or included in the yearly Urgent Sewer Repair projects as required by the Consent Decree. The City’s Operation and Maintenance Division has the ability to carry out any urgent repairs that are considered less complex. In the case that the Operation and Maintenance Division is not equipped to handle an urgent repair the City will have a contractor make the repair.

Sewer rehabilitation and replacement work includes sewer mainlines, manholes, and associated lower laterals. Since 1986, the City has rehabilitated over 95 percent of the sewers in its collection system. The City plans to complete rehabilitation of the remaining portions of the system at an average rate of approximately 4.2 miles per year.

8.4 Capital Improvement Plan
In October of 2012 The City evaluated each of the capacity deficient areas identified in the 2012 report and developed an approach for addressing each area. As of 2020 the 14 capacity upsize sewer projects identified in 2012 were either completed or were determined to have sufficient capacity based on the updated all pipe Sewer System Master Plan. The table in Appendix 8 -B lists current and future capital improvement projects. The projects are fully funded by the City’s sewer service fee. Additionally, the City sewer service fee fully funds the Capital Improvement Program and Operations and Maintenance. The sewer fund is an enterprise fund and sewer fees are established to meet projected needs. The City will update the CIP schedule on an on-going basis as planning and design is completed for each project.

Note also that as part of the work being conducted under the City’s EPA Stipulated Order, the City is conducting smoke testing in areas with high peak I/I flows to identify potential sources of direct inflow and infiltration into the sewer system from both private property and the public portions of the system. The City is conducting follow-up notification and enforcement for sources of I/I found on private property, and investigating and correcting an y such sources in the public system. The City’s on -going sewer rehabilitation program and Private Sewer Lateral (PSL) compliance program will also serve to further reduce I/I in the system that may be contributing to capacity issues.

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Monitoring, Measurement, and Program
Modifications
This section of the SSMP describes how the City uses adaptive management to assess effectiveness and identify steps necessary to improve the SSMP.

9.1 Maintaining Information to Establish and Prioritize Appropriate Activities
The City utilizes its geographical information system (GIS), computerized maintenance management system (CMMS), the State Water Resources Control Board’s California Integrated Water Quality System (CIWQS) database, and the City’s SSO records to monitor and measure its performance in implementing the SSMP. This information is used to accomplish the following:
• Establish and prioritize appropriate SSMP activities
• Monitor the implementation and effectiveness of the SSMP • Assess the success of the preventive maintenance program • Identify and illustrate SSO trends including frequency, volume, and location The City monitors SSO performance and other sewer program parameters annually and documents performance in annual reports as required under its Stipulated Order.

9.2 Monitoring and Measuring Effectiveness of Each Plan Element The City collects the information in Table 9-1 and uses this information to monitor and measure each plan element on an annual basis. City’s Engineering Division and Operations Division meets 6 to 12 times a month to review O&M activities, identify projects, and coordinate activities.

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Table 9-1: Performance Metrics for Monitoring and Measurement Performance Measure Source
System Statistics
Total miles of gravity sewer GIS
Total miles of pressure sewer GIS
Total number of manholes GIS
Total number of sewage pumping stations GIS
Measures Based on
SSO Characteristics
Total number and percentage of SSOs by Category CIWQS
Number and percentage of dry weather versus wet weather SSOs CIWQS Number of SSOs by cause CIWQS
Number of SSOs per 100 miles of sewer per year CIWQS
Number of locations with repeat SSOs CIWQS
Number of locations where SSOs occurred in pipes previously rehabilitated
CIWQS and GIS
Measures Based on
SSO Volume
Volume of SSOs per 100 miles per Year CIWQS
Number and percentage of SSOs by Volume CIWQS
Total volume of SSOs CIWQS
Mean and median SSO volume CIWQS
Total SSO volume recovered and percentage of overall total SSO volume CIWQS Net volume of SSOs (total minus recovered) and percentage of overall total SSO volume
CIWQS
Total volume reaching storm drainage channel and not recovered or reaching surface waters and percentage of overall total SSO volume CIWQS
SSO Response Time Average response time during business hours CIWQS Average response time outside of business hours CIWQS
Maintenance
Number of blockages in the past year by cause Nexgen CMMS Amount of “hot spot” cleaning performed (LF) Nexgen CMMS Amount of routine cleaning performed (LF) Nexgen CMMS
Amount of cleaning QA/QC CCTV performed (% of cleaning footage) POSM Amount of root control performed (LF) Nexgen CMMS
Condition
Assessment,
Rehabilitation, and
I/I Control
Amount of CCTV inspection performed (LF) POSM
Number of manholes inspected POSM
Amount of mainlines (LF) and number of manholes and lower laterals rehabilitated
GIS, Contract
Documents
Number of inflow sources detected and corrected Spreadsheet Number of PSLs repaired or replaced and certified HTE

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In addition to the parameters listed in the table, performance measures related to the FOG control program (e.g., number of reported FOG hotspots, inspections completed, etc.) are reported by EBMUD in its quarterly summary reports for Berkeley (see Appendix 7-B).

9.3 SSO Trends
The City annually reviews SSO trends to identify changes in SSO frequency, locations and volume. The City identifies SSOs that happen on pipes that have been rehabilitated with in the last 10 years. The City identifies SSOs that have occurred multiple times in the same location. The City correlates SSOs against unusual storm events such as the December 2022 event.

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Internal Audits
This section of the SSMP presents the process the City will follow to audit its SSMP and related programs.

10.1 Plan for SSMP Program Audits
The City will audit its SSMP and SSMP implementation every three years. The audit will evaluate the effectiveness of the SSMP using the criteria identified in Chapter 9 and will review whether the SSMP meets the current requirements of the WDR, whether the SSMP reflects the City’s current practices, and whether the City is following the SSMP.

A team of Public Works staff will conduct the audit. The scope of the audit will cover each of the sections of the SSMP. The results of the audit will be included in an SSMP Program Audit Report. The SSMP Program Audit Report will focus on the effectiveness of the SSMP program, compliance with the WDR requirements, and identification of any deficiencies in the SSMP or SSMP implementation. The SSMP Program Audit Report will identify revisions that may be needed for a more effective program. The City will maintain copies of the SSMP Program Audit reports for a period of 5 years.

The City conducted the last audit in March, 2025. A copy of the Audit Report is included as Appendix 10- A. Deficiencies and recommendations identified in the Audit Report have been incorporated into this updated SSMP. Subsequent audits will be completed every three years (or at a higher frequency if deemed necessary).

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Communication Program
This section of the SSMP outlines the process involved in communicating with interested members of the public regarding the development, implementation, and performance of this plan. This Communication Program also addresses communication between Berkeley and its satellite sewer systems.

11.1 Communication with Public
The City procedures for communicating with the public regarding spills and discharges is primarily on the spot notification and barricades. These are further described in section 6.7.

The City communicates on a regular basis with the public on the development, implementation, and performance of it SSMP. The communication system provides the public the opportunity to provide input to the District’s SSMP and SSMP implementation. This communication occurs in the form of public notices at City Hall and on the City’s website on the Sanitary Sewer Program webpage. Both postings during the update of the SSMP read as follows:

The City of Berkeley is updating its Sewer System Management Plan (SSMP) to meet the requirements established by the State Water Resources Control Board Order WQ 2022- 0103 DWQ, Statewide General Discharge Requirements of Sanitary Sewer Systems. The goal of the SSMP is to minimize the frequency and severity of sanitary sewer overflows.

The SSMP will cover the management, planning, design, operation and maintenance of the City’s sanitary sewer system. The update began in March 2025 and it is expected to be complete by May 2025. The City’s draft updated SSMP is available for review at the Engineering Offices, 1947 Center Street, 4th Floor, during normal business hours.

Interested parties can contact Francisco Alonso at (510) 981-6405 or [email protected] for additional information.

The information provided to interested parties upon request included: a copy of the current SSMP and contact information and/or opportunities for input into the SSMP update and implementation process.

Table 11-1 lists the various strategies the City employs to communicate with the public on the development, implementation, and performance of the City’s SSMP. The City’s Sanitary Sewer Program webpage can be seen using the following link https://berkeleyca.gov/city-services/streets-sidewalks- sewers-and-utilities/sewers.