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ANNOTATED AGENDA
BERKELEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING
Tuesday, May 12, 2026
6:00 PM
SCHOOL DISTRICT BOARD ROOM - 1231 ADDISON STREET, BERKELEY, CA 94702
ADENA ISHII, MAYOR
COUNCILMEMBERS:
DISTRICT 1 – RASHI KESARWANI DISTRICT 5 – SHOSHANA O’KEEFE DISTRICT 2 – TERRY TAPLIN DISTRICT 6 – BRENT BLACKABY
DISTRICT 3 – BEN BARTLETT DISTRICT 7 – CECILIA LUNAPARRA DISTRICT 4 – IGOR TREGUB DISTRICT 8 – MARK HUMBERT
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The City Council may take action related to any subject listed on the Agenda.
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Government Code Section 84308 (Levine Act) - Parties to a proceeding involving a license, permit, or other entitlement for use are required to disclose if they made contributions over $5 00 within the prior 12 months to any City employee or officer. Parties and participants with a financial interest are prohibited from making more than $500 in contributions to a decisionmaker for the 12 months after the final decision is rendered on the proceeding.
The above contribution disclosures and restrictions do not apply when the proceeding is competitively bid, or involves a personnel or labor contract. For more information, see Government Code Section 84308.
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Preliminary Matters
Roll Call: 6:08 p.m.
Present: Kesarwani, Taplin, Tregub, O’Keefe, Blackaby, Lunaparra, Humbert, Ishii
Absent: Bartlett
Councilmember Bartlett present at 6:25 p.m.
Land Acknowledgement Statement: The City of Berkeley recognizes that the community we live in was built on the territory of xučyun (Huchiun (Hooch-yoon)), the ancestral and unceded land of the Chochenyo (Cho-chen-yo)-speaking Ohlone (Oh-low-nee) people, the ancestors and descendants of the sovereign Verona Band of Alameda County. This land was and continues to be of great importance to all of the Ohlone Tribes and descendants of the Verona Band. As we begin our meeting tonight, we acknowledge and honor the original inhabitants of Berkeley, the documented 5,000 -year history of a vibrant community at the West Berkeley Shellmound, and the Ohlone people who continue to reside in the East Bay. We recognize that Berkeley’s residents have and continue to benefit from the use and occupation of this unceded stolen land since the City of Berkeley’s incorporation in 1878. As stewards of the laws regulating the City of Berkeley, it is not only vital that we recognize the history of this land, but also recognize that the Ohlone people are present members of Berkeley and other East Bay communities today. The City of Berkeley will continue to build relationships with the Lisjan Tribe and to create meaningful actions that uphold the intention of this land acknowledgement.
Ceremonial Matters:
1. Recognition of Jewish-American Heritage Month – May 2026
2. Recognition of Affordable Housing Month – May 2026
3. Recognition of Muslim Holidays Eid-al-Fitr and Eid-al-Adha City Manager Comments: None
Public Comment on Non-Agenda Matters: 10 speakers.
Public Comment by Employee Unions: 0 speakers.
Consent Calendar
Public Comment on Consent Calendar and Information Items Only: 4 speakers.
Action: M/S/C (Tregub/Humbert) to adopt the Consent Calendar in one motion except as indicated.
Vote: All Ayes.
Consent Calendar
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1. Sale of Real Property – 1631 Fifth Street
From: City Manager
Recommendation: Adopt second reading of Ordinance No. 8,006-N.S. approving the sale of City property at 1631 Fifth Street and authorizing the City Manager to execute all necessary documents required to sell the property for $750,000.
First Reading Vote: All Ayes.
Financial Implications: See report
Contact: Eleanor Hollander, Economic Development, (510) 981-7530 Action: Adopted second reading of Ordinance No. 8,006–N.S.
2. Amendments to Berkeley Municipal Code Title 23 (Zoning) for Consistency with State Law and Technical Edits (SLTE 2026)
From: City Manager
Recommendation: Adopt second reading of Ordinance No. 8,007-N.S. amending Berkeley Municipal Code (BMC) Title 23. The proposed changes apply to the sections of the BMC listed below:
- Section 23.202.020 (Residential Districts – Allowed Land Uses) - Section 23.202.050 (Residential Districts – R-1 Residential Multi-Unit 1 District) - Section 23.202.080 (Residential Districts – R-2 Residential Multi-Unit 2 District) - Section 23.202.090 (Residential Districts – R-2A Residential Multi-Unit 2A District) - Section 23.206.030 (Manufacturing Districts – Additional Permit Requirements) - Section 23.206.060 (Manufacturing Districts – M Manufacturing District) - Section 23.206.070 (Manufacturing Districts – MM Mixed Manufacturing District) - Section 23.206.080 (Manufacturing Districts – MU-LI Mixed Use-Light Industrial District)
- Section 23.206.090 (Manufacturing Districts – MU-R Mixed Use Residential District) - Section 23.304.100 (General Development Standards – Site Features in Residential)
- Section 23.306.030 (Accessory Dwelling Units – Development Standards) - Section 23.306.040 (Accessory Dwelling Units – Permit Procedures) - Section 23.322.040 (Parking and Loading – General Requirements) - Section 23.322.050 (Parking and Loading – Parking Reductions) - Section 23.322.100 (Parking and Loading – On-site Loading Spaces) - Section 23.326.070 (Demolition of Non-Residential Buildings) - Section 23.330.030 (Density Bonus—Application Requirements) - Section 23.330.080 (Density Bonus – Regulatory Agreements) - Section 23.410.020 (Appeals and Certifications – Appeal Subjects and Jurisdiction) - Section 23.502.020 (Glossary – Defined Terms)
First Reading Vote: All Ayes.
Financial Implications: See report
Contact: Jordan Klein, Planning and Development, (510) 981-7400 Action: Adopted second reading of Ordinance No. 8,007–N.S.
Consent Calendar
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3. 1646 and 1650 Fifth Street Re-Zoning and Associated General Plan Amendments
From: City Manager
Recommendation: Adopt second reading of Ordinance No. 8,008-N.S. amending the Zoning Map to rezone portions of 1646 and 1650 Fifth Street from Mixed Use- Light Industrial (MU-LI) to Mixed Use-Residential (MU-R).
First Reading Vote: All Ayes.
Financial Implications: See report
Contact: Jordan Klein, Planning and Development, (510) 981-7400 Action: Adopted second reading of Ordinance No. 8,008–N.S.
4. Police Accountability Board – Appointment of New Member From: City Manager
Recommendation: Adopt a Resolution appointing a new member to the Police Accountability Board (PAB) nominated by Councilmember Tregub.
Financial Implications: See report
Contact: Mark Numainville, City Clerk, (510) 981-6900
Action: Adopted Resolution No. 72,255–N.S.
5. Contract No. 32600118 Amendment: Clariti for Special Events Permitting Software
From: City Manager
Recommendation: Adopt a Resolution authorizing the City Manager to amend existing contract with Clariti Cloud, Inc. (Contract No. 32600118) to add a Special Event permitting module to the City’s new permitting platform, in an amount not to exceed $121,000, for a new total not-to-exceed amount of $5,480,128.
Financial Implications: See report
Contact: Peter Radu, City Manager's Office, (510) 981-7000, Jordan Klein, Planning and Development, (510) 981-7400
Action: Adopted Resolution No. 72,256–N.S.
6. Formal Bid Solicitations and Request for Proposals Scheduled for Possible Issuance After Council Approval on May 12, 2026
From: City Manager
Recommendation: Approve the request for proposals or invitation for bids (attached to staff report) that will be, or are planned to be, issued upon final approval by the requesting department or division. All contracts over the City Manager’s threshold will be returned to Council for final approval.
Financial Implications: $1,700,000 - Various Funds
Contact: Henry Oyekanmi, Finance, (510) 981-7300
Action: Approved recommendation.
Consent Calendar
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7. Contract No. 32100110 Amendment: JotForm, Inc. for a HIPAA Compliant Platform to Support Clinical Services
From: City Manager
Recommendation: Adopt a Resolution authorizing the City Manager or designee to execute an amendment to Contract No. 32100110 with JotForm, Inc. by adding $39,832, bringing the contract total to an amount not to exceed $149,050 and extending the end date through May 13, 2028.
Financial Implications: See report
Contact: Scott Gilman, Health, Housing, and Community Services, (510) 981-5100 Action: Adopted Resolution No. 72,257–N.S.
8. Contract No. 32300108 Fifth Amendment: Street Level Advisors, LLC for Housing Consulting Services
From: City Manager
Recommendation: Adopt a Resolution authorizing the City Manager, or designee, to execute a fifth amendment to Contract No. 32300108 with Street Level Advisors, LLC increasing the contract by $146,310 for consulting services in a total amount not to exceed $562,260, with a contract end date of September 30, 2027.
Financial Implications: See report
Contact: Scott Gilman, Health, Housing, and Community Services, (510) 981-5100 Action: Adopted Resolution No. 72,258–N.S.
9. Contract No. 32300207 Amendment: Easy Does It for Accessible Wheelchair Van Services for Seniors & the Disabled
From: City Manager
Recommendation: Adopt a Resolution authorizing the City Manager, or designee, to amend Contract No.32300207 with Easy Does It increasing the amount by $57,000 for the period of July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027, for a total contract amount not to exceed $232,000. These services support accessible wheelchair van services to customers of the Aging Services Division’s Berkeley Rides for Seniors & the Disabled program.
Financial Implications: See report
Contact: Scott Gilman, Health, Housing, and Community Services, (510) 981-5100 Action: Adopted Resolution No. 72,259–N.S.
10. Contract No. 32300180 Amendment: GoGo Technologies, Inc. for Transportation Services for Seniors & the Disabled
From: City Manager
Recommendation: Adopt a Resolution authorizing the City Manager or designee, to amend Contract No. 32300180 with GoGo Technologies, Inc. for a 24/7 concierge call center to arrange rides with Uber and Lyft for the City’s seniors and disabled community. This amendment will add $500,000 in funding for the period of July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027, for a not to exceed amount of $1,000,000.
Financial Implications: See report
Contact: Scott Gilman, Health, Housing, and Community Services, (510) 981-5100 Action: Adopted Resolution No. 72,260–N.S.
Consent Calendar
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11. Revenue Grant Agreements: Funding Support from Essential Access Health to Conduct Public Health Services
From: City Manager
Recommendation: Adopt a Resolution authorizing the City Manager or designee to submit a grant application to Essential Access Health, to accept the grant, execute any resultant revenue agreement and amendment, and implement the projects and appropriation of funding for related expenses to conduct public health promotion, protection, and prevention services for the Essential Access Health revenue agreement in the projected amount of $120,000 for April 1, 2026 to March 30, 2027.
Financial Implications: See report.
Contact: Scott Gilman, Health, Housing, and Community Services, (510) 981-5100 Action: Adopted Resolution No. 72,261–N.S.
12. Revenue Grant Agreements: Funding Support from the State of California and Alameda County to Conduct Public Health Services
From: City Manager
Recommendation: Adopt two Resolutions authorizing the City Manager or designee to submit grant agreements to the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) and Alameda County, to accept the grants, and execute any resultant revenue agreements and amendments to conduct public health promotion, protection, and prevention services for the following two revenue agreements:
1. Tuberculosis (TB) Prevention and Control in the projected amount of $16,361 for Fiscal Year (FY) 2027 from CDPH. (Fund: 312)
2. Public Health Infrastructure Program in the projected amount of $32,080 for FY 2027 from Alameda County. (Fund: 312)
Financial Implications: See report
Contact: Scott Gilman, Health, Housing, and Community Services, (510) 981-5100 Action: Adopted Resolution No. 72,262–N.S. (Tuberculosis Prevention), Resolution No. 72,263–N.S. (Public Health Infrastructure).
13. Contracts: As-needed Tree Services
From: City Manager
Recommendation: Adopt four Resolutions authorizing the City Manager to execute the following contracts, and any amendments, extensions, or other change orders for as-needed tree services, each for a period of May 29, 2026 to May 28, 2029:
1. Bay Area Tree Specialist, for an amount not to exceed $1,050,000.
2. Hamilton Tree Service, Inc., for an amount not to exceed $1,050,000.
3. The Professional Tree Care Company, for an amount not to exceed $1,050,000.
4. West Coast Arborists, Inc., for an amount not to exceed $1,050, 000.
Financial Implications: See report
Contact: Scott Ferris, Parks, Recreation and Waterfront, (510) 981-6700 Action: Adopted Resolution No. 72,264–N.S. (Bay Area Tree), Resolution No. 72,265–N.S. (Hamilton Tree), Resolution No. 72,266–N.S. (The Professional), Resolution No. 72,267–N.S. (West Coast).
Consent Calendar
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14. License Agreement – Aqua SuperPower, Inc. for Marine Electric Vessel Charging Station at K Dock at the Berkeley Marina
From: City Manager
Recommendation: Adopt a Resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute a license agreement with Aqua SuperPower, Inc. to install and operate a marine electric vessel charging station at K Dock at the Berkeley Marina for a period of 12 years.
Financial Implications: See report
Contact: Scott Ferris, Parks, Recreation and Waterfront, (510) 981-6700 Action: Adopted Resolution No. 72,268–N.S.
15a. Exploitation of Vulnerable Homeowners (Reviewed by the Land Use, Housing & Economic Development Committee)
From: Commission on the Status of Women
Recommendation: That Council refer to the City Manager to direct the Department of Health and Human Services and other relevant departments and divisions to draft materials, written and visual (DVDs/VHS) to provide to homeowners vulnerable to exploitation, those being older and minority homeowners subject to exploitation from realtors, appraisers, lenders, speculators and others. For the appropriate department or division to identify a means of distribution of these materials to locations frequented by older and minority homeowners including senior centers, community organizations, medical providers and faith-based organizations. To promote the availability of these materials through public notices and local media. To return to Council with the draft materials and proposed locations of distribution within 6 months of the passage of this recommendation at Council. That in addition to English, materials be written, spoken, and otherwise communicated in other languages in which residents in Berkeley communicate.
Policy Committee Recommendation: Send the commission item and the companion report to the City Council with a qualified positive recommendation that the Council refer the items to the Commission on Aging for further development. Further recommend that the Commission on Aging research existing models and templates, and consider a regional approach to design and distribution materials.
Financial Implications: See report
Contact: Okeya Vance-Dozier, Commission Secretary, (510) 981-7100 Action: See action for Item 15b.
Consent Calendar
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15b. Companion Report: Exploitation of Vulnerable Homeowners (Reviewed by the Land Use, Housing & Economic Development Committee)
From: City Manager
Recommendation: Support the Policy Committee’s recommendation for this item.
Policy Committee Recommendation: Send the commission item and the companion report to the City Council with a qualified positive recommendation that the Council refer the items to the Commission on Aging for further development. Further recommend that the Commission on Aging research existing models and templates, and consider a regional approach to design and distribution materials.
Financial Implications: See report
Contact: Scott Gilman, Health, Housing, and Community Services, (510) 981-5100 Action: Approved recommendation as recommended by the Land Use, Housing & Economic Development Committee.
Council Consent Items
16. Berkeley Juneteenth Festival: Relinquishment of Council Office Budget Funds to General Fund and Grant of Such Funds
From: Councilmember Bartlett (Author), Mayor Ishii (Co-Sponsor) Recommendation: Approve the expenditure of funds, including $2500 from Councilmember Bartlett for pre-planning of the Berkeley Juneteenth Festival (organized by Berkeley Juneteenth Association, Inc., 501(c)3), with funds relinquished to the City’s General Fund for this purpose from the discretionary council office budget of Councilmember Bartlett and any other Councilmembers who would like to contribute.
Financial Implications: See report
Contact: Ben Bartlett, Councilmember, District 3, (510) 981-7130 Action: Councilmembers Taplin and Blackaby added as co-sponsors. Adopted Resolution No. 72,269–N.S. revised to include contributions from the following Councilmembers up to the amounts listed: Councilmember Kesarwani - $100; Councilmember Blackaby - $500; Councilmember Lunaparra - $200; Councilmember Tregub - $200; Councilmember Humbert - $250; Councilmember Taplin - $250; Councilmember O’Keefe - $250; Mayor Ishii - $250.
Action Calendar – Public Hearings
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17. Lease Agreement: Patpatia & Associates, Inc. for 125-127 University Avenue From: City Manager
Recommendation: Conduct a public hearing and upon conclusion, adopt first reading of an Ordinance executing a lease agreement with Patpatia & Associates, Inc. to lease second floor office space located at 125-127 University Avenue in the Berkeley Waterfront. The initial lease term is anticipated to begin July 1, 2026 and end June 30, 2029, with two-1-year options to extend.
Financial Implications: See report
Contact: Scott Ferris, Parks, Recreation and Waterfront, (510) 981-6700
Public Testimony: The Mayor opened the public hearing. 0 speakers.
M/S/C (Kesarwani/Humbert) to close the public hearing.
Vote: All Ayes.
Action: M/S/C (Blackaby/Kesarwani) to adopt the first reading of Ordinance No. 8,009–N.S. Second reading scheduled for June 9, 2026.
Vote: All Ayes.
Public Comment – Items Not Listed on the Agenda - 1 speaker.
Adjournment
Action: M/S/C (Taplin/Tregub) to adjourn the meeting.
Vote: All Ayes.
Adjourned at 7:00 p.m.
Communications
Budget Concerns
1. Homeless Services Panel of Experts
2. Kristine Dixon
3. Walter Wood
4. Barbara Gilbert
5. David Lerman (2)
6. Tom Bellingham
7. Eric Friedman (2)
8. Julia Lauren
9. Joel Libove
10. Abhijit Bhat
11. Sarah Baughn
12. George Perezvelez
13. John F. Clarke
14. Fred Krieger
15. Jane Tierney
16. John Hershberger
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Zoning
17. Robert Cooperstein
18. Barbara Hadenfeldt
19. Victor Ichioka
20. John J. Parman (2)
21. Todd Andrew
22. Laura Klein
23. Margot Smith
24. Stephen Alpert (4)
Hopkins Street
25. Alan Gould
26. Stephen Alpert
27. Heath Maddox
28. Eli Doberne-Rokach
29. Patty Lipinska
30. Katherine de Runtz
31. Ben Gerhardstein and Karen Parolek, on behalf of Walk Bike Berkeley, and Libby Lee-Egan, on behalf of North Berkeley Now!
32. Kim Haltiner
33. William Springer
34. Seth Gold
35. Bill Hickman
36. Sarah Wittmer
37. Shirley Kirsten (3)
38. Matthew Dimond
39. Grace Munakata
40. David White
41. Michela Lee
42. Josie Gerst
43. Michael Tompkins
44. Jennifer Cole
45. Leni Siegel
46. Calla Schmidt (and Silas)
47. Rachel Bradley
48. Michael Frantz
49. Carol Goines
50. Sonya Baehr (2)
51. Chris Hamilton
52. D.
53. Marguerite Lee
54. Ross Knight
55. Jean Weininger
Repaving Request
56. Aine Le
57. Etsuko Tobari
58. Sam Kessel
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59. Kessa Giles
60. David Giles
61. Art Goldberg
Rename City Park
62. Daniel Borgstrom
63. judyandrich
64. Sally Nelson
65. Gerald Derblich
66. Virginia Browning (2)
67. Ken Blum
68. Jennifer Chou
69. Sherry Shannon
70. Everett Wetchler
71. Ryan Casey
72. Gianna Michael
EMBER and Zone Zero
73. Deirdre Duhan
74. Susan McCutchan
75. Jane Terjung & Bill Naylor
76. James H. Hurley
77. Mona Halaby
78. Irene Brydon
79. Cindy Larson
80. Chief David Sprague
Gabe Catalfo Fields
81. Celine Bonfils
82. Orion and Brie Fulton
83. Irene Reyes-Kaludi, on behalf of Bay Area Adult Soccer League and Ted Steen, on behalf of Eastshore Alliance Futbol Club
Street Sweeping
84. David Lerman
85. Scott Stewart
Ferry Project Comments and DEIR
86. Charley Paffenbarger
87. Liza McNulty
88. Mike Vandeman
89. Clifford Fred
90. Paul Kamen (5)
Berkeley World Cup Logo
91. Jeffrey Church, on behalf of Visit Berkeley
SF Mime Troop
92. Summer Brenner
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Parking Meters
93. Lucas Miller
Promoting Local Businesses
94. Eric Friedman
Blue Curb at 1231 Addison
95. Alfred Twu
Parking at 6th & Bancroft Way
96. Rachel Berry
Crosswalk at College Avenue and Garber Street
97. Anne Whyte
Tier 2 Transit Stops in Berkeley
98. Ron Kelly
UC Berkeley Construction and Noise Concerns
99. Julia Lauren
100. Daniel Auten
Proclamation Request
101. Jo-Hsin (Stacy) Tang
2128 Oxford Street and Zoning Adjustments Board Meeting 102. Steven Schuyler (8)
Daylighting Law Concerns
103. Shirley Kirsten (4)
Missing Person Report Concerns
104. Hanifea Click (2)
105. Desma Patterson (2)
106. Angela Floyd
107. Jody
Animal Rights Concerns
108. Matthew A. King
109. Richard Woods
Shen Yun Performances
110. Joel Ng
Access to Basic Needs Concerns
111. Elizabeth Johnston (2)
Public Disturbance
112. Elizabeth Johnston (2)
Public Radio
113. Eid
Trafficking Concern
114. Jodi Schiller
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Links and Forwards
115. russbumper (4)
116. crustyrusty
Upcoming Events
117. Adriana Betti, on behalf of R.I.S.E.
118. Daley Michael, on behalf of Shake Shack (2)
119. Downtown Berkeley Association
120. Visit Berkeley
121. Port of Oakland
122. Berkeley Art Center
eScooters
123. Robert Borghese (12)
124. Carson Lepre/Anosh Dumasia/Antonio Vargas on behalf of Veo (12) Supplemental Communications and Reports 1
• None
Supplemental Communications and Reports 2
Item #5: Contract No. 32600118 Amendment: Clariti for Special Events Permitting Software
125. Lisa Bullwinkel
Item #10: Contract No. 32300180 Amendment: GoGo Technologies, Inc. for Transportation Services for Seniors & the Disabled
126. Gregory Kalkanis
Item #16: Berkeley Juneteenth Festival: Relinquishment of Council Office Budget Funds to General Fund and Grant of Such Funds
127. Delores Nochi Cooper on behalf Berkeley Juneteenth Cultural Celebrations Supplemental Communications and Reports 3
• None