I got my COVID vaccine today! The arrival of fall means that it is also the beginning of cold and flu season. Now is a great time to consider the healthy habits that will help protect us and our loved ones from getting sick, including keeping up-to-date with vaccines.

Do you have a scheduling request for Mayor Ishii? If you would like to schedule a meeting or invite the Mayor to an event, please fill out a request form: tinyurl.com/IshiiSchedule Our staff will be in touch once we review your request.

It's a new and exciting era for Civic Center Park! “Civic Center Park is treasured in our city, and this partnership shows what’s possible when we come together as a community,” said Berkeley Mayor Adena Ishii. Read the full release: tinyurl.com/2s3b2b84

This week’s quake was a wake-up call: be ready. Pack a go-bag, sign up for alerts, and learn more about the simple steps we can all take to keep ourselves and our loved ones safe in the event of a disaster. Visit Berkeley’s Disaster Preparedness page for helpful resources: tinyurl.com/BePreparedCoB

A Statement from Mayor Ishii About ICE Arrest in Alameda County Courthouse tinyurl.com/2j4b83yu

Berkeley residents can enter monthly lottery to win rebate of up to $1,500 to buy an e-bike! berkeleyca.gov/community-re...

"To those around the world, you are not forgotten. We will find a way to connect." -Christine Sheckler as she accepted the Peace Grove Award on behalf of USAID From the Berkeley Rotary Club

Happy New Year wishes to all who will be celebrating Rosh Hashanah - may it be sweet! 🍯🍎

The September edition of the Mayor's Monthly is here: tinyurl.com/IshiiMonthlySept25 Don't miss future news! Subscribe to join my mailing list by clicking link in bio, or visiting: tinyurl.com/MayorIshiiUpdates #BerkeleyMayorsMonthly

TOMORROW (9/20): Help keep our waterfront beautiful by participating in Coastal Cleanup Day! There will also be interactive games and educational booths, Roaming Bean Coffee will be onsite, and a raffle will be hosted for the most unusual item found on the shoreline! berkeleyca.gov/community-re...

COVID vaccine now universally available in California www.berkeleyside.org/2025/09/18/c...

Just in time for Hispanic & Latine Heritage Month, the Berkeley Historical Society & Museum is opening a new exhibit: Berkeley's Latino Community: 1900 - 2025 Opening Reception: Sunday, September 21 | 2 -5 PM Exhibit runs through March 2026. Be sure to check it out! More info: berkhistory.org

Happening this weekend!!

A great opportunity for middle and high school students!

SAVE THE DATE: Mayor Adena Ishii's State of the City Address 📅October 22, 2025 🕕6:00 PM 📍The Freight | 2020 Addison Street More details to come!

Applications are now open for the 2026 Berkeley Youth Poet Laureate! Open to teens age 13-18 who live in or attend school in Berkeley. Apply online by: October 31, 2025 Learn more: www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/berkeley-you...

It's #NationalVoterRegistrationDay! Whether you're a first-time voter or you need to change/update your registration, now is the time to make sure you are #VoteReady. Voting is the beating heart of democracy, and every vote matters! Register to vote: registertovote.ca.gov

My team and I had a blast at the Solano Stroll! It was wonderful to connect in person with so many of you and to celebrate the amazing businesses and people that make Berkeley and Albany so special. Thank you to Solano Avenue Association for the work you do to host this beloved event every year!

Happy Hispanic & Latine Heritage Month, Berkeley!

Please join Team Ishii in wishing Mayor Ishii a Happy Birthday!

THIS SUNDAY, 9/14: Come join me for a day of great food, local vendors, live entertainment, and so much more, at the 49th Annual Solano Stroll Be sure to bring the sunscreen and water (for you and your dogs!) Stop by my booth for some swag - I hope to see you there! Details: tinyurl.com/Stroll49

A Berkeley Skate Jam Honors Victims of Gun Violence, Pushes for Solutions www.kqed.org/arts/1398117...

9/16, 4 PM: Join the Berkeley City Council for a special meeting on homelessness. The City Manager will give a presentation on Berkeley's homeless response, and the City Auditor will present the findings of her audit of City’s Homeless Response Team. Agenda: tinyurl.com/2v7pf5dt

THIS SATURDAY: Don't miss the final Music in the Park event of the season - Bluegrass Fest! 📅 Sept. 13 🕜 2 pm - 4 pm 📍 Shorebird Park Thank you so much to our Parks, Recreation and Waterfront Department for an amazing summer of music! 👏👏👏 berkeleyca.gov/community-re...

It was a privilege to honor the extraordinary life of beloved AC Transit Board Director H. E. Christian “Chris” Peeples. Serving on the Board for nearly 30 years, Chris was the longest-serving member of the AC Transit Board of Directors in its history. Thank you, Chris. You will be greatly missed.

ICYMI: California communities can reduce wildfire damage by half. Here’s how. news.berkeley.edu/2025/08/28/c...

SEPT. 16: Mayor Ishii invites Berkeley families to bring your kids to the next regular City Council meeting to learn more about what local government does and why it is important. Arrive at 5:30 for snacks and time with the Mayor! Meeting Agenda: tinyurl.com/BerkCouncilAgenda

A Statement from Mayor Ishii Regarding Yesterday’s SCOTUS Decision www.mayoradenaishii.com/s/Sept-9-Sta...

Thank you so much to David Martin for having me as a guest on the Good Government Show earlier this year. It was fun to revisit our conversation listening to this today!

As Mayor of Berkeley—and as someone who regularly relies on public transit—I urge Governor Newsom to approve the $750 million state loan to stabilize Bay Area transit agency budgets and prevent devastating service cuts. Read the full statement: www.mayoradenaishii.com/from-the-may...

Last week, I had the great privilege to sit on a panel with Richmond Councilmember Claudia Jimenez and El Cerrito Mayor Carolyn Wysinger at St. Mary's College Women's Leadership Conference. Thank you for the great conversation and your partnership as women leaders in the East Bay!

Appointments are now available for my next Office Hours! Wednesday, Sept. 17, 2025 | 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm ▶️Share your ideas ▶️Voice your concerns ▶️Say hello! By appointment only. Sign up here: tinyurl.com/IshiiOfficeHours5 I look forward to meeting with you!

Berkeley Sun Day is getting closer! 🌞 📍 Sept. 21, 2–5 PM @ Willard Park 🎉 Clean energy experts, e-bikes test rides, food, kids zone, and more! ➡️ RSVP: shorturl.at/UHCdj #SunDayBerkeley #ClimateJoy

The first Cal football home game is this weekend - consider walking, biking, or taking public transit to avoid parking fines or towing fees. Even if you're not headed to the game, be aware of street closures. Roll on you Bears! 💛🐻🏈💙

September is Pedestrian Safety Month - an important reminder for drivers to slow down and be alert for people walking on our roads. Check out Berkeley Police Department's safe driving and walking tips: tinyurl.com/432eysy3 Thank you for doing your part to keep everyone in our community safe!

@berkeleyrentboard.bsky.social is now on social media! Stay informed about your rights, responsibilities, and the free Rent Board resources available to you as Berkeley tenants and landlords by following along on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, Bluesky, and Youtube.

ICYMI: 2025 welcome from UC Berkeley Chancellor Rich Lyons, Berkeley Mayor Adena Ishii www.dailycal.org/opinion/op-e...

As summer begins to wrap, that means it's almost time for the Solano Avenue Stroll! Come join me for a day of great food, local vendors, live entertainment, and so much more. September 14 | 10 AM - 5 PM I hope to see you there! Details: tinyurl.com/Stroll49

Do you have a fire weather plan? Join Berkeley Ready for an interactive workshop for guidance and to connect with others. Thursday, September 4 | 5 PM - 6 PM North Branch Library |1170 The Alameda Learn more and register: tinyurl.com/2frr64kx

THIS WEEK - Don't miss the next two community workshops for the Berkeley Corridors Zoning Update!  College Avenue Corridor August 26 | 6 PM - 8 PM Solano Avenue Corridor August 27 | 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM RSVP: tinyurl.com/mvzx3t7m

The August edition of the Mayor's Monthly is here: tinyurl.com/IshiiMonthlyAug25 Don't miss future news! Subscribe to join my mailing list by visiting: tinyurl.com/MayorIshiiUpdates #BerkeleyMayorsMonthly

Ishii: Public financing opened the door for me. A state Senate bill can do that for others. "If we want a government that truly reflects the people it serves — then we need to support SB 42. Our democracy will be stronger for it." www.mercurynews.com/2025/08/21/o...

The Rent Board Adopts Amnesty Period for Units Newly Required to Register Under Measure BB. Owners of measure BB units who pay their accounts in full by January 2, 2026, will receive a full waiver of all penalties - take advantage of this while you can! rentboard.berkeleyca.gov/elected-rent...

Join me downtown to welcome new and returning students to our city! Friday, August 29 | 3 PM - 7 PM Downtown Berkeley BART Plaza Enjoy live music, vendors, food, arts & crafts, and more!

Spaces are still open for City of Berkeley afterschool programs! ✅West Campus Pool Afterschool Program ✅Shorebird Nature Center Afterschool Program ✅Virginia-McGee Afterschool Program Learn more and register your child: tinyurl.com/22cxu9p5

So much respect for Secretary Tomiquia Moss, who runs our CA Business Consumer Services and Housing Agency. At this Oakland Chamber of Commerce event, she's speaking about how ALL people deserve access to housing.

Tomorrow night at La Peña Cultural Center: And Then They Cam For Us - a powerful documentary about the WWII incarceration of Japanese Americans, featuring George Takei & rare photos by Dorothea Lange. ✨ Benefit for Tsuru for Solidarity 🎟️ Sliding scale $10-$25 🔗 Lapena.info/Immigrant-Voices

Calling all small businesses in Berkeley! @replsimon.bsky.social will be hosting a Small Business Expo next week: Aug. 26 | 10 AM - 12 PM Oakstop | 2323 Broadway | Oakland Expo will feature a panel discussion and resource fair. Learn more and RSVP: simon.house.gov/smallbizexpo

I can't wait to see you all at Berkeley Pride tomorrow! 🏳️‍🌈 Don't forget the sunscreen and shades - it's going to be a hot day! 😎 Find out more about the day's festivities: pacificcenter.org/berkeleypride

Head to the Berkeley Marina for a free City staff-led boat tour. Then spend the day exploring the land, views, food, and adventures of our waterfront. Get a free drink tumbler and collect stickers for prizes! Tours are Aug. 16 & Sept. 13, 10 AM - 2 PM Learn more: berkeleyca.gov/community-re...