Jesse Arreguin

A hot hangout spot that highlights Berkeley’s shoreline and nature for visitors and residents alike is set to debut in the next couple of years.

At its meeting Tuesday, the Berkeley City Council discussed a controversial reformation proposal for public comment procedure.

In a special meeting of Berkeley’s City Council Monday, the council passed a motion to extend the covered period of the COVID-19 Emergency Response Ordinance for 60 days past the expiration of the Local Emergency declaration. 

During their Tuesday meeting, Berkeley City Council began by adjourning their meeting in honor of Patricia DeVito, Beatrice Barrigher and David Lance Goines. All had been long-standing and influential members of the community who had passed away within the last six months.

Berkeley Mayor Jesse Arreguín appears to be making a reach for the state Senate in the upcoming 2024 elections, state records reveal.

During its session Tuesday, Berkeley City Council conducted a public hearing regarding an appeal to the Zoning Adjustments Board to approve a use permit which would allow the demolition of existing buildings and construction of housing on 2065 Kittredge Street.

Berkeley City Council heavily debated citywide affordable housing requirements at its weekly meeting Jan. 17. With intensive deliberations, the council approved item 21 with certain revisions proposed by staff. 

Berkeley City Council voted unanimously to pass the 2023-2031 Housing Element in an explosive special meeting Wednesday, virtually attended by over 150 Berkeley residents.

Berkeley City Council began its meeting Tuesday with a recognition of outgoing City Councilmember Lori Droste. Representing District 8, Droste announced in May that she would not be pursuing a third term.

California legislators met with Gov. Gavin Newsom Wednesday to begin the implementation of the Community Assistance, Recovery and Empowerment Act, or the CARE Act.