Berkeley's decision to cut part-time jobs and halt the waterfront monitor program highlights the city's ongoing struggle with a significant budget deficit, prompting unprecedented layoffs.
The communications didn't lead to any deals between Evolutionary Homes and Berkeley. Bartlett and any other Berkeley officials that had contact with Evolutionary Homes have not been accused of any wrongdoing.
Opponents of President Donald Trump's administration protested in Berkeley, voicing concerns over his civil rights violations, constitutional threats, and proposed cuts to federal programs.
Under the proposed regulations, homeowners in some parts of the Berkeley Hills may be required to remove vegetation within 5 feet of their homes to reduce wildfire risk.