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Topics getting the most attention in Berkeley public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
7 issues in transportation
Berkeley's streets are getting dangerous, with a rise in serious crashes hitting walkers, bikers, and scooter users. It's making everyday travel a lot riskier for everyone.
An elderly person is in the hospital after a car going way too fast hit them. This crash is bringing up big questions about how safe our streets really are for people walking.
Get ready for some tree trimming near Aquatic Park! It's all part of a bigger railroad expansion project aimed at making it easier to get goods in and out of the Oakland port. The city's on board for replanting, but we're still waiting on the specifics.
Berkeley's rolling out a sweet deal to get more folks on e-bikes! If you're thinking about trading in your car for two wheels, the city is offering subsidies to help you snag an electric bike. It's a win-win for your wallet and the planet.
Heading to a Cal game? Berkeley wants you to ditch the car! They're pushing for fans to find other ways to get to the stadium to cut down on traffic and parking headaches.
Berkeley's making streets safer by banning parking too close to intersections. This means you'll have to walk a little further to your car, but it's a move to improve visibility for drivers and protect pedestrians.
Berkeley's thinking about letting civilians, not cops, handle traffic tickets. A Stanford Law report looked at the good and bad of this idea, and now the city's weighing if it's the right move.