Values

• Change. We believe that change and growth are inevitable and provide positive opportunities.

• Vitality. We value vitality in our city’s public spaces, including community gatherings, cultural events, and a vibrant street life.

• Accessibility. We believe that livable cities provide a range of transportation options and jobs, housing, shopping, and cultural activities in close proximity.

• Equity. We support the equitable distribution of our society’s resources. Equity cannot be achieved without affordable housing and a wide range of economic opportunities.

• Diversity. We value Berkeley’s diversity and advocate the creation of jobs and housing that serve all segments of the population.

• Environmental Stewardship. We support preservation of the natural environment by focusing development in urban areas, promoting sustainable building practices, and enhancing natural systems in the city.

• Quality Design. We support high-quality architecture and urban design, both old and new.

• Context. We believe that new development should respond to Berkeley’s dynamic urban context.

• Compact Growth. We believe that compact, well-designed infill development reduces automobile traffic and sprawl while improving our quality of life.

• Regionalism. We recognize that each individual neighborhood is a part of the larger city, and that Berkeley is part of a larger region. Berkeley should exercise regional leadership, making planning decisions that balance neighborhood, city, and regional perspectives.