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ANNOTATED AGENDA
BERKELEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING
Tuesday, June 9, 2026
6:00 PM
SCHOOL DISTRICT BOARD ROOM - 1231 ADDISON STREET, BERKELEY, CA 94702 TELECONFERENCE LOCATION - 16 GARDEN STREET, CAMBRIDGE, MA 02138
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 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: 6:09 p.m.
Present: Kesarwani, Taplin, Tregub, O’Keefe, Blackaby, Lunaparra, Humbert, Ishii
Absent: Bartlett
Councilmember Bartlett present at 6:17 p.m.
Report from Closed Session:
The City Council met in closed session on June 8, 2026, Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d), and provided directions to outside counsel and approved a settlement by Compromise and Release, as to a workers’ compensation matter assigned claim number BER2300046 and WCAB case number ADJ18585885.
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 City Manager Paul Buddenhagen for his contributions to the BUSD Cans for Carrots program.
2. Adjourned in Memory of Alan Tobey, Community Activist 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: 10 speakers.
Action: M/S/C (Taplin/Humbert) to adopt Items 1-21 on the Consent Calendar in one motion except as indicated.
Vote: All Ayes.
Consent Calendar
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Action: M/S/C (Lunaparra/Tregub) to adopt Item 22 on the Consent Calendar.
Vote: Ayes – Kesarwani, Taplin, Bartlett, Tregub, Blackaby, Lunaparra, Humbert, Ishii; Noes – None; Abstain – None; Absent – O’Keefe (recused for recent purchase of hot tub).
1. Lease Agreement: Patpatia & Associates, Inc. for 125-127 University Avenue From: City Manager
Recommendation: Adopt second reading of Ordinance No. 8,009-N.S. 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.
First Reading Vote: All Ayes.
Financial Implications: See report
Contact: Scott Ferris, Parks, Recreation and Waterfront, (510) 981-6700 Action: Adopted second reading of Ordinance No. 8,009–N.S.
2. Amendment: FY 2026 Annual Appropriations Ordinance
From: City Manager
Recommendation: Adopt second reading of Ordinance No. 8,010-N.S. amending the FY 2026 Annual Appropriations Ordinance No. 7,993–N.S. for fiscal year 2026 based upon recommended re-appropriation of committed FY 2025 funding and other adjustments in the amount of $17,362,804 (gross) and $16,419,776 (net).
First Reading Vote: All Ayes.
Financial Implications: See report
Contact: Maricar Dupaya, Budget Manager, (510) 981-7000 Action: Adopted second reading of Ordinance No. 8,010–N.S.
3. Amendment to BMC Chapter 2.100 to Subject Pepper Spray to the Approval and Reporting Requirements of the Police Equipment Ordinance From: City Manager
Recommendation: Adopt second reading of Ordinance No. 8,011-N.S. amending Berkeley Municipal Code Section 2.100.040 to add pepper spray to the list of police equipment subject to the approval processes and reporting requirements defined in Chapter 12.8 of the California Government Code and BMC Chapter 2.100, and to require reporting on the administration of first aid following each use of pepper spray.
First Reading Vote: All Ayes.
Financial Implications: Staff time
Contact: Jennifer Louis, Police, (510) 981-5900
Action: Adopted second reading of Ordinance No. 8,011–N.S.
Consent Calendar
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4. Assessments: Telegraph Property Based Business Improvement District From: City Manager
Recommendation: Adopt a Resolution approving the Telegraph Property Based Business Improvement District (TBID) Annual Report of Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 and proposed FY 2027 budget and declaring Council’s intention to levy an annual assessment for the TBID for FY 2027.
Financial Implications: See report
Contact: Eleanor Hollander, Economic Development, (510) 981-7530 Action: Adopted Resolution No. 72,292–N.S.
5. Assessments: Berkeley Tourism Business Improvement District From: City Manager
Recommendation: Adopt a Resolution approving the Annual Planning Report and preliminary budget for Fiscal Year 2027 (FY27) for the Berkeley Tourism Business Improvement District (BTBID) as recommended by the BTBID Owners’ Association.
Financial Implications: See report
Contact: Eleanor Hollander, Economic Development, (510) 981-7530 Action: Adopted Resolution No. 72,293–N.S.
6. Assessments: North Shattuck Property Based Business Improvement District From: City Manager
Recommendation: Adopt a Resolution approving the North Shattuck Property Based Business Improvement District (NSBID) Annual Report of Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 and proposed budget for FY 2027 and declaring Council’s intention to levy an annual assessment for the NSBID for FY 2027.
Financial Implications: See report
Contact: Eleanor Hollander, Economic Development, (510) 981-7530 Action: Adopted Resolution No. 72,294–N.S.
7. Contract No 32400063 Amendment: Community Agency Agreement- Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) Berkeley Convention and Visitors Bureau with the Berkeley Convention and Visitors Bureau d.b.a. Visit Berkeley From: City Manager
Recommendation: Adopt a Resolution authorizing the City Manager to amend Contract No. 32400063 between Visit Berkeley and the City of Berkeley. This amendment intends to modify the existing Not-to-Exceed (NTE) amount of the contract to allow all pass-through amounts of Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) collected on behalf of Visit Berkeley above the existing NTE amount to be paid to Visit Berkeley when received. This amendment to the contract with Visit Berkeley will increase the contract amount by $1,114,351 for a new contract amount NTE $4,614,351.
Financial Implications: See report
Contact: Eleanor Hollander, Economic Development, (510) 981-7530 Action: Adopted Resolution No. 72,295–N.S.
Consent Calendar
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8. Formal Bid Solicitations and Request for Proposals Scheduled for Possible Issuance After Council Approval on June 9, 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: Various Funds - $2,849,000
Contact: Henry Oyekanmi, Finance, (510) 981-7300
Action: Approved recommendation.
9. Notice of Appropriations Limit for Fiscal Year 2027
From: City Manager
Recommendation: Adopt a Resolution providing notice that: 1) Council will adopt an appropriations limit for Fiscal Year 2027 at its meeting of June 30, 2026; and 2) the amount of the limit and the background material used in its calculation will be available for public review in the City Clerk’s Office on or before June 9, 2026.
Financial Implications: See report
Contact: Henry Oyekanmi, Finance, (510) 981-7300
Action: Adopted Resolution No. 72,296–N.S.
10. Contract: Medical Priority Consultants, Inc dba Priority Dispatch From: City Manager
Recommendation: Adopt a Resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute a waiver of competition based on a Sole and Single Source justification and execute a contract with Medical Priority Consultants, Inc., doing business as Priority Dispatch, for the purchase, implementation, and maintenance of the International Academy of Emergency Dispatch (IAED) ProQA Priority Dispatch System software for Medical Priority Dispatch System (MPDS), Fire Priority Dispatch System (FPDS), and Police Priority Dispatch System (PPDS), including training, quality assurance tools, and ongoing software maintenance, in an amount not to exceed $942,533 for a five-year base term beginning July 1, 2026 and ending June 30, 2031 with two, two-year extension options not to exceed a total of $793,765 for the four extension years, and for a total contract amount not to exceed of $1,736,298 over nine years.
Financial Implications: See report
Contact: David Sprague, Fire, (510) 981-3473
Action: Adopted Resolution No. 72,297–N.S.
Consent Calendar
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11. Revenue Grant Agreements: Funding Support from the State of California to Conduct Public Health Services
From: City Manager
Recommendation: Adopt a Resolution authorizing the City Manager or designee to submit a grant agreement to the State of California, to accept the grant and execute any resultant revenue agreements and amendments to conduct public health promotion, protection, and prevention services for the Maternal, Child, and Adolescent Health (MCAH) Program. The projected total amount of the grant is $315,267 for Fiscal Year (FY) 2027 through Fiscal Year 2029.
Financial Implications: See report
Contact: Scott Gilman, Health, Housing, and Community Services, (510) 981-5100 Action: Adopted Resolution No. 72,298–N.S.
12. Donation: Memorial Bench at Berkeley Marina/Shorebird Park in Memory of Diana Zucker Patpatia
From: City Manager
Recommendation: Adopt a Resolution accepting a cash donation in the amount of $3,400 for a memorial bench to be placed at the Berkeley Waterfront in memory of Diana Zucker Patpatia.
Financial Implications: $3,400 (Donation)
Contact: Scott Ferris, Parks, Recreation and Waterfront, (510) 981-6700 Action: Adopted Resolution No. 72,299–N.S.
13. Donation: Memorial Bench at the Berkeley Rose Garden in Memory of Michael S. Sorgen
From: City Manager
Recommendation: Adopt a Resolution accepting a cash donation in the amount of $3,400 for a memorial bench to be placed at the Berkeley Rose Garden in memory of Michael S. Sorgen.
Financial Implications: $3,400 (Donation)
Contact: Scott Ferris, Parks, Recreation and Waterfront, (510) 981-6700 Action: Adopted Resolution No. 72,300–N.S.
14. Contract: Chemical Procurement Services LLC for Mini-Bulk Swimming Pool Chemicals
From: City Manager
Recommendation: Adopt a Resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract with Chemical Procurement Services LLC for Mini Bulk Swimming Pool Chemicals in an amount not to exceed $175,000 for the term of July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2028.
Financial Implications: Various Funds - $175,000
Contact: Scott Ferris, Parks, Recreation and Waterfront, (510) 981-6700 Action: Adopted Resolution No. 72,301–N.S.
Consent Calendar
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15. Contract No. 32300202 Amendment: Vol-Ten Corp Bus Service for Echo Lake Camp and Recreation Division Programs
From: City Manager
Recommendation: Adopt a Resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute an amendment to Contract No. 32300202 with Vol-Ten Corporation DBA: Delta Charter Bus to provide charter bus transportation services for Echo Lake Youth Camp and other summer Recreation Division programs by adding $140,000 for a new not to exceed amount of $539,000.
Financial Implications: Various Funds - $140,000
Contact: Scott Ferris, Parks, Recreation and Waterfront, (510) 981-6700 Action: Adopted Resolution No. 72,302–N.S.
16. Storefront Retail Cannabis Establishment: 2590 Telegraph Avenue From: City Manager
Recommendation: Adopt a Resolution permitting the People’s Cannabis Company to operate a storefront retail cannabis establishment at 2590 Telegraph Avenue, pursuant to BMC 23.320.020 (Cannabis Retail), contingent on the company obtaining all other required state and local permits.
Financial Implications: See report
Contact: Jordan Klein, Planning and Development, (510) 981-7400 Action: Adopted Resolution No. 72,303–N.S.
17. Contract No. 32300022 Amendment: Public Safety Family Counseling Group Inc. for Additional Critical Incident Stress Management (CISM), Education and Counseling Services
From: City Manager
Recommendation: Adopt a Resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute an amendment to Contract No. 32300022 with Public Safety Family Counseling Group Inc. to provide additional CISM, Peer Support Team support, education, and counseling services, for a total amount not to exceed $60,000, for a total contract amount not to exceed $260,000, and extending the term through June 30, 2027.
Financial Implications: General Fund - $60,000
Contact: Jennifer Louis, Police, (510) 981-5900
Action: Adopted Resolution No. 72,304–N.S.
18a. Policy Recommendations for the City of Berkeley Regarding Event Producers and Civic Events
From: Civic Arts Commission
Recommendation: Adopt the attached City of Berkeley Event Producers and Civic Events Policy Recommendations.
Financial Implications: See report
Contact: Carianna Arredondo, Commission Secretary, (510) 981-7000 Action: See action for Item 18b.
Consent Calendar
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18b. Companion Report: Policy Recommendations for the City of Berkeley Regarding Event Producers and Civic Events
From: City Manager
Recommendation: Refer to the City Manager:
1. A feasibility and cost analysis of the Civic Arts Commission’s Policy Recommendations, with the inclusion of alternative recommendations that meet the Civic Arts Commission’s intention of an equitable, transparent, efficient, and predictable special events program in Berkeley;
2. Present analytical findings and any alternative policy recommendations to the Civic Arts Commission for feedback and stakeholder engagement; and
3. Return to the City Council with findings and final recommendations regarding Special Events in Berkeley.
Financial Implications: See report
Contact: Peter Radu, City Manager's Office, (510) 981-7000, Carianna Arredondo, City Manager's Office, (510) 981-7000
Action: Approved recommendation in Item 18b.
Council Consent Items
19. Berkeley Poet Laureate Program: Relinquishment of Council Office Budget Funds to General Fund and Grant of Such Fund
From: Mayor Ishii (Author)
Recommendation: Adopt a Resolution approving the expenditure of an amount not to exceed $2500 per Councilmember including $2500 from Mayor Ishii to the Berkeley Poet Laureate Program to support the continuation of the program by covering associated selection panelist fees and stipends for the selected poet laureate with funds relinquished to the City’s general fund for this purpose from the discretionary Council Office Budgets of Mayor Ishii and any other Councilmembers who would like to contribute.
Financial Implications: Mayor’s Discretionary Funds - $2,500 Contact: Adena Ishii, Mayor, (510) 981-7100
Action: Councilmember Taplin added as a co-sponsor. Adopted Resolution No. 72,305–N.S. amended to include contributions from the following Councilmembers up to the amounts listed: Councilmember Kesarwani - $100; Councilmember Humbert - $100; Councilmember Bartlett - $200; Councilmember Lunaparra - $200; Councilmember Tregub - $150; Councilmember Taplin - $1,000; Councilmember O’Keefe - $200; Councilmember Blackaby - $500.
Council Consent Items
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20. Chavez/Huerta Tribute Site: Relinquishment of Council Office Budget Funds to General Fund and Grant of Such Fund
From: Mayor Ishii (Author), Councilmember Kesarwani (Co-Sponsor) Recommendation: Adopt a Resolution approving the expenditure of an amount not to exceed $2500 per Councilmember including $2500 from Mayor Ishii and $500 from Councilmember Rashi Kesarwani to the Kala Art Institute, the fiscal sponsor for the Chavez/Huerta Tribute Site, with funds relinquished to the City’s general fund for the purpose of providing the resources needed for the maintenance of the Chavez/Huerta Tribute Site, from the discretionary Council Office Budgets of Mayor Ishii & Councilmember Kesarwani and any other Councilmembers who would like to contribute.
Financial Implications: Councilmembers’ Discretionary Funds - $2,500 Contact: Adena Ishii, Mayor, (510) 981-7100
Action: Adopted Resolution No. 72,306–N.S. amended to include contributions from the following Councilmembers up to the amounts listed: Councilmember Humbert - $100; Councilmember Bartlett - $200; Councilmember Lunaparra - $200; Councilmember Tregub - $150; Councilmember Taplin - $250; Councilmember O’Keefe - $200; Councilmember Blackaby - $500.
21. 2027 Holocaust Remembrance Day Program: Relinquishment of Council Office Budget Funds from General Funds and Grant of Such Funds From: Mayor Ishii (Author), Councilmember Tregub (Co-Sponsor) Recommendation: Adopt a Resolution approving the expenditure of an amount not to exceed $3,500 per Councilmember, including $3,500 from Mayor Ishii, and $500 from Councilmember Tregub to support the City’s Annual Holocaust Remembrance Day program with funds relinquished to the City’s general fund. The relinquishment of funds from the discretionary Council Office Budget of all Councilmembers who would like to contribute, allows the City of Berkeley to invite the community to its 24th Annual Holocaust Remembrance Day program, created by the community with City Council support.
Financial Implications: Councilmembers’ Discretionary Funds - $500 Contact: Adena Ishii, Mayor, (510) 981-7100
Action: Councilmember Taplin added as a co-sponsor. Adopted Resolution No. 72,307–N.S. amended to include contributions from the following Councilmembers up to the amounts listed: Councilmember Kesarwani - $100; Councilmember Humbert - $500; Councilmember Bartlett - $200; Councilmember Lunaparra - $200; Councilmember Taplin - $500; Councilmember O’Keefe - $200; Councilmember Blackaby - $1,500.
Council Consent Items
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22. Amendments to Berkeley Municipal Code Section 23.204.070 (D) (Hot tubs) From: Councilmember Humbert (Author)
Recommendation: Refer to the City Manager and the Planning Commission to amend Berkeley Municipal Code Section 23.304.070(D) to: 1. Allow unenclosed outdoor hot tubs, jacuzzis, and spas ministerially in all zoning districts except ES-R, subject to compliance with applicable building, fire, noise, and setback requirements; and 2. Replace the Use Permit requirement in the ES-R district with an Administrative Use Permit (AUP). This change aligns the level of review with the actual impacts of these installations, reduces unnecessary delay and cost (both to applicants and the City), and preserves appropriate oversight in environmentally sensitive areas.
Financial Implications: See report
Contact: Mark Humbert, Councilmember, District 8, (510) 981-7180 Action: Councilmembers Kesarwani and Bartlett added as co-sponsors. Approved recommendation.
Action Calendar – Public Hearings
23. Changes to the Environmental Health Fee Schedule (Continued from May 19, 2026)
From: City Manager
Recommendation: Conduct a public hearing and, upon conclusion, adopt a Resolution:
1. Approving revisions to the fee schedule for the Environmental Health Division (EHD) effective July 1, 2026, and,
2. Rescinding Resolution No. 71,354-N.S. effective July 1, 2026.
Financial Implications: See report
Contact: Scott Gilman, Health, Housing, and Community Services, (510) 981-5100
Public Testimony: The Mayor opened the public hearing. 0 speakers.
M/S/C (Tregub/Kesarwani) to close the public hearing.
Vote: All Ayes.
Action: M/S/C (Humbert/Taplin) to adopt Resolution No. 72,308–N.S. to 1) approve revisions to the fee schedule for the Environmental Health Division (EHD) effective July 1, 2026; and 2) Rescind Resolution No. 71,354-N.S. effective July 1, 2026.
Vote: All Ayes.
Action Calendar – Public Hearings
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24. Repeal and Reenact Berkeley Municipal Code (BMC) Chapter 14.52 to Adjust the goBerkeley Parking Management Program; Change Parking Permit Fees; Establish a New Schedule for Parking Violations, Fines, and Late Payment Penalties; and Rescind Resolution No. 71,627-N.S. (Continued from May 19, 2026)
From: City Manager
Recommendation: Conduct a public hearing and upon conclusion:
1. Adopt first reading of an Ordinance repealing and reenacting Berkeley Municipal Code chapter 14.52, “Parking Meters,” to enable the following changes: a. Extend parking meter operating hours to 8 p.m. citywide; b. Operate parking meters, pay stations, and parking enforcement on Sundays. c. Expand meter zones to new high- demand areas; d. Authorize a transition to cashless parking meters and/or pay stations in the future; and
2. Adopt a Resolution to pass through parking meter costs currently paid by the City to a transparent transaction charge paid by the customer; and
3. Adopt a Resolution implementing a new FY 2028 fee schedule for Residential Parking Permit fees; and
4. Adopt a Resolution updating the Schedule of Parking Violations and Fines; and rescinding Resolution No. 71,627-N.S. (Parking Violations and Fines).
Financial Implications: See report
Contact: Wahid Amiri, Public Works, (510) 981-6300
Public Testimony: The Mayor opened the public hearing. 5 speakers.
M/S/C (Tregub/Taplin) to close the public hearing.
Vote: All Ayes.
Action: M/S/Failed (Blackaby/Bartlett) to amend the main motion to remove recommendation 1.b. (Sundays).
Vote: Ayes – Bartlett, Blackaby; Noes – Kesarwani, Taplin, O’Keefe, Lunaparra, Humbert, Ishii; Abstain – Tregub.
Action: M/S/Carried (Taplin/Humbert) to:
1. Adopt the first reading of Ordinance No. 8,012–N.S. repealing and reenacting Berkeley Municipal Code chapter 14.52. Second reading scheduled for June 30, 2026.
2. Adopt Resolution No. 72,309–N.S. (Parking Meter Costs)
3. Adopt Resolution No. 72,310–N.S. (Fee Schedule)
4. Adopt Resolution No. 72,311–N.S. (Violations and Fines) Vote: Ayes – Kesarwani, Taplin, Tregub, O’Keefe, Blackaby, Lunaparra, Humbert, Ishii; Noes – Bartlett.
Action Calendar – Public Hearings
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25. Zero Waste Plan Checks and Compliance Inspections Fees (Continued from May 19, 2026) (Item contains revised materials)
From: City Manager
Recommendation: Conduct a public hearing and upon conclusion, adopt a Resolution establishing new cost recovery fees in the Public Works Department’s Zero Waste Plan Check and Compliance Inspections; authorizing the City Manager, or designee, to collect such fees to recover staffing costs.
Financial Implications: See report
Contact: Wahid Amiri, Public Works, (510) 981-6300
Public Testimony: The Mayor opened the public hearing. 1 speakers.
M/S/C (Tregub/Taplin) to close the public hearing.
Vote: All Ayes.
Action: M/S/C (Tregub/Humbert) to adopt Resolution No. 72,312–N.S. including revised materials in Supplemental Communications Packet #1 and further amended to add the following language to Exhibit A to the resolution.
“Notwithstanding any other provision of this fee schedule, fees associated with solar permit applications shall be applied in a manner consistent with Government Code §66015. Where applicable, the Zero Waste plan review and compliance inspection fee shall be adjusted, reduced, or waived as necessary to ensure that total permit- related fees do not exceed the maximum amounts permitted by state law.” Vote: All Ayes.
Action Calendar – Public Hearings
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26. Appeal of the Housing Advisory Commission decision to deny the appeal and affirm the Determination by the Building Official for 1615 Fairview Street Regarding the Applicability of Exterior Elevated Elements Inspection Requirement
From: City Manager
Recommendation: Conduct a public hearing and upon conclusion, adopt a Resolution affirming the Housing Advisory Commission (HAC) decision to (1) deny the Appeal and affirm the Building Official’s determination that 1615 Fairview Street is not in compliance with the Exterior Elevated Elements (E3) Inspection Program; and (2) uphold the associated fees consistent with Council-adopted policy and State law.
Financial Implications: None
Contact: Jordan Klein, Planning and Development, (510) 981-7400
Public Testimony: The Mayor opened the public hearing. 0 speakers.
M/S/C (Taplin/Bartlett) to close the public hearing.
Vote: Ayes – Kesarwani, Taplin, Bartlett, Tregub, O’Keefe, Blackaby, Lunaparra, Humbert; Noes – None; Abstain – None; Absent – Ishii (recused for living in close proximity to the subject property).
Action: M/S/C (Bartlett/Kesarwani) to adopt Resolution No. 72,313–N.S. affirming the Housing Advisory Commission (HAC) decision to (1) deny the Appeal and affirm the Building Official’s determination that 1615 Fairview Street is not in compliance with the Exterior Elevated Elements (E3) Inspection Program; and (2) uphold the associated fees consistent with Council-adopted policy and State law.
Vote: Ayes – Kesarwani, Taplin, Bartlett, Tregub, O’Keefe, Blackaby, Lunaparra, Humbert; Noes – None; Abstain – None; Absent – Ishii (recused for living in close proximity to the subject property).
Action Calendar – New Business
27. Discussion about the desired qualifications for the next Director of Police Accountability
From: Mayor Ishii (Author)
Recommendation: Enter into a discussion between WBCP Inc. (Recruiter), and the Mayor and City Council to determine the ideal candidate profile for the next director of Office of the Director of Police Accountability for the City of Berkeley.
Financial Implications: None
Contact: Adena Ishii, Mayor, (510) 981-7100
Action: 0 speakers. The Council provided feedback to the recruiter as requested.
Discussion held.
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Action Calendar – Public Hearings
28. Proposed Five-Year Capital Improvement Program (CIP) and Proposed Five- Year CIP Public Hearing No. 1
From: City Manager
Recommendation: Accept the Proposed Five-Year (FY 2027 - FY 2031) Capital Improvement Program (CIP) for review and consideration by the City Council, conduct Public Hearing No. 1 on the Proposed Five-Year CIP, and final adoption for June 23, 2026.
Financial Implications: See report.
Contact: Maricar Dupaya, Budget Manager, (510) 981-7000 Action: M/S/C (Tregub/Humbert) to continue Item 28, including the supplemental materials from the City Manager, to the June 16, 2026 meeting.
Vote: All Ayes.
Public Comment – Items Not Listed on the Agenda - 4 speakers.
Adjournment
Action: M/S/C (Taplin/Bartlett) to adjourn the meeting.
Vote: Ayes – Taplin, Bartlett, Tregub, O’Keefe, Blackaby, Lunaparra, Humbert, Ishii; Noes – None; Abstain – None; Absent – Kesarwani
Adjourned at 10:40 p.m.
Communications
Monument Relocation
1. Larry Pozos, David Martinez, Sam Martinez, Yolanda Fernandez, Christina Fernandez Franco, and Clementina Duron, Harvey Smith, Larry Reyna Sr., Beatriz Leyva-Cutler on behalf of La Colectiva Latina de Berkeley
Repaving Request
2. Alicia Dantzker and Lise Dworkin
3. James Loza
4. Kate Gallagher
5. Donald Rothberg
BACS Transfers Concerns
6. Francesca Agrusa (2)
Downtown Revitalization
7. Krista Denton
2180 Oxford St and ZAB
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8. Steven Schuyler (2)
Flock Concerns
9. Lydia Hartunian
10. Sepehr Nadimi
11. Jessica Adams
12. Pamela Michaud
Fire Department Concerns
13. Mike Rivera on behalf of Fire Recovery USA
14. Rocky Offner
15. Joanne Rucker
16. Phyllis Steiber
Hopkins Street
17. Martin Hammer on behalf of the North Berkeley Design Team
18. Howard Goldberg
19. Bruce Buckelew
20. Cindi Goldberg
Ferry Project
21. Liza McNulty
22. Paul Kamen
23. Augie Kazickas
Kala Art Institute
24. Ellen Lake and Mayumi Hamanaka
Trash Dumping Concerns
25. Craig Nagasawa
Billing Error
26. Benjamin Yu
Trash and Clean Up
27. Lex, Willy, Emry, and Arjun
SF Mimes
28. David Rosen
29. Sonya Dublin
30. Arlene Owseichik
31. William Bogert
Aquatic Park/Railroad Project
32. Maryann Osullivan
33. Wahid Amiri
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Himalayan Faire
34. Harald Leventhal
Letter to AG Bonta
35. M. Eid Abdalla
Police Accountability Board
36. Office of the Director of Police Accountability
Traffic Safety Concerns
37. Shirley Kirsten
38. Riti Dhesi
39. Carleen Mandolfo
Throne Restrooms
40. Samir Jain
41. James Hannon
Ashby Bart Station
42. Jeffrey Church on behalf of Visit Berkeley
STEM Fest
43. Amy Miller
Safety Concerns
44. Simona Shirazi
45. Tiffany Harnsongkram
3-Day Walk
46. Renee Saucedo on behalf of The Northern California Coalition For Just Immigration Reform (NCCJIR)
I-580 Truck Access Study
47. No Big Rigs On 580 Committee
Housing
48. John J. Parman
COSOW Panel
49. Shantee Baker
Friends of the Library Luncheon
50. Cathy Brown
Health Concern
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51. Meryl Siegal
Advising Concern
52. Elizabeth Johnston
Park Name Change
53. Carol David
Mother’s Day in the Rose Garden
54. Leah Ambra
Student Housing Tour
55. Alex Merenkov
Tier 2 Transit Stops
56. Ron Kelly
Underground Wiring
57. Pamela Doolan
BUSD LEARNS
58. Dianna Mullins
Appreciation Month
59. Musa Tariq
Campus Safety
60. Sai Nagarajan
URLs
61. Russbumper (13)
Forwards
62. Russbumper (6)
Newsletter
63. Downtown Berkeley Association
64. Visit Berkeley (2)
65. John Craner
66. Richard Schwartz
Upzoning/Zoning
67. Charlie Stephen and Laura Walsh
68. Molly Miller
69. David Salk
70. Mimi Moungovan
71. Michelle Pasternack
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72. Elea Bernou
73. Barbara Freeman
74. Emily O’Rourke
75. Jennifer Cooper
76. Madeleine Shearer
77. Carleen Mandolfo
78. Alex Wong
79. Michael Smartt
80. Dana Scott
81. Don Hicks
82. Larry Hartsough
83. Dorothea Dorenz
84. Dan Nilles
85. Laurel Leichter
86. Janet McBride on behalf of Bay Area Ridge Trail Council
87. Ken Berland
88. Stephen Alpert (8)
89. 8 Similarly worded form letters “While you have made good progress…”
Golden Bear Homes Concern
90. Jon Ruel Holder II (3)
BMR Rent Clarifications
91. Alex Merenkov (6)
92. Misty Garrett (5)
E-Scooters
93. Robert Borghese (18)
94. Carson Lepre (12)
95. Antonio Vargas (3)
96. Anosh Dumasia (4)
Bond Vote
97. Joe Berry
Supplemental Communications and Reports 1
Item #25: Zero Waste Plan Checks and Compliance Inspections Fees (Continued from May 19, 2026) (Item contains revised materials)
98. Presentation submitted by the Public Works Department Item #26: Appeal of the Housing Advisory Commission decision to deny the appeal and affirm the Determination by the Building Official for 1615 Fairview Street Regarding the Applicability of Exterior Elevated Elements Inspection Requirement
99. Andrew Marowitz (3)
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Item #28: Proposed Five-Year Capital Improvement Program (CIP) and Proposed Five-Year CIP Public Hearing No. 1
100. Cathleen Fogel (2)
101. Marsha Gale and Liz Hoadley
Supplemental Communications and Reports 2
Item #28: Proposed Five-Year Capital Improvement Program (CIP) and Proposed FiveYear CIP Public Hearing No. 1
102. Supplemental agenda material submitted by the City Manager’s Office Supplemental Communications and Reports 3
Item #23: Changes to the Environmental Health Fee Schedule (Continued from May 19, 2026)
103. Presentation submitted by the Health, Housing, & Community Services Department
Item #24: Repeal and Reenact Berkeley Municipal Code (BMC) Chapter 14.52 to Adjust the goBerkeley Parking Management Program; Change Parking Permit Fees; Establish a New Schedule for Parking Violations, Fines, and Late Payment Penalties; and Rescind Resolution No. 71,627-N.S. (Continued from May 19, 2026) 104. Presentation submitted by the Public Works Department 105. Barbara Gilbert
106. Beth Roessner
Item #25: Zero Waste Plan Checks and Compliance Inspections Fees (Continued from May 19, 2026) (Item contains revised materials)
107. Presentation submitted by the Public Works Department Item #26: Appeal of the Housing Advisory Commission decision to deny the appeal and affirm the Determination by the Building Official for 1615 Fairview Street Regarding the Applicability of Exterior Elevated Elements Inspection Requirement
108. Presentation submitted by the Planning & Development Department 109. Andrew Marowitz
Item #28: Proposed Five-Year Capital Improvement Program (CIP) and Proposed Five-Year CIP Public Hearing No. 1
110. Howard Menashe and Christine Torp
111. Howard Menashe and Cathy Fogel
112. Barbara Freeman
113. Dorothea Dorenz