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Election Guide

Berkeley voters, get ready! The June 2 primary election is your chance to choose who represents you on the City Council and for District Attorney. Make sure you know what's on your ballot and how to cast your vote.

35 mentions (15 this month)Last discussed Apr 28, 2026

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City Council Referral Prioritization

The council streamlined its massive backlog of policy proposals using Re-Weighted Range Voting. By deciding which stalled or low-priority items to scrap and which to keep alive, the city determines what staff will actually work on next.

3 mentionsLast discussed Feb 10, 2026