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Happy Labour Day From South Berkeley

Sep 07, 2026, 5:42 PM • Councilmember Ben Bartlett

Summary

Councilmember Ben Bartlett highlights Berkeley's enduring labor movement legacy, emphasizing solidarity and workers' rights as central to the community's strength. The City Council's fall session begins September 15, inviting public engagement on local governance. Community events include the Shattuck Cleanup on September 26, the State of the City Address by Mayor Ishii on September 23, and a women’s 3-on-3 basketball tournament with registration open until September 22. Additionally, cultural and senior programs are featured, alongside calls for District 3 residents to apply for city commissions, including the Police Accountability Board and Civic Arts Commission.

Key positions and references

Key positions

Support for labor solidarity and workers' rights
Encouragement of public engagement in City Council sessions
Promotion of community volunteerism and events
Advocacy for resident participation in city commissions

Agenda items and issues mentioned

Fall City Council session starting September 15
Police Accountability Board vacancies
Commission on Disability vacancies
Civic Arts Commission vacancies

Meetings and events mentioned

Shattuck Cleanup on September 26, 2026
State of the City Address on September 23, 2026
Women’s 3-on-3 basketball tournament registration deadline September 22, 2026
Colin Kaepernick event on September 23, 2026

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