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Why I’m running

I want to keep our community safe and welcoming for everyone.

Learn more about my priorities
Smoother, safer streets and sidewalks
Supporting our small businesses

Smoother, safer streets and sidewalks

Supporting our small businesses

Housing at all income levels
Real homelessness solutions
Working with first responders
Enhancing parks and public spaces

Real homelessness
solutions

Housing at all income levels

Enhancing parks and public spaces

Supporting first responders 

“Ross will be a phenomenal co-champion on housing and homelessness, public safety, the Waterfront, and the West Berkeley economy.”

-- Councilmember Terry Taplin

“Ross has the vision, passion, and experience to build an affordable, vibrant, and greener Berkeley for everyone.”

-- Mayor Adena Ishii (#2)

About Ross

I’m a father, husband, and dedicated environmentalist. I’m running for Council to ensure a safer, greener, more affordable Berkeley.

I’ve spent the past fifteen years leading environmental efforts: I've worked on-the-ground restoring habitats in Haiti, I led teams monitoring urban tree canopy, I secured a deal that protected over 400,000 acres of forest on the East Coast, and I served on our local Sierra Club Executive Committee. It took me more than a decade to be able to afford to call Berkeley home. I’m running for City Council because I believe Berkeley can be the model of an affordable, well-run progressive city that delivers on its values.

As Councilmember, I will:

  • Fight for more housing to bring down the cost of living

  • Advocate for real solutions to homelessness

  • Champion smoother, safer streets

  • Support our first responders

  • Enhance our parks and public spaces

  • Grow our city’s economy and balance the budget

You can read more about where I stand on the issues or contact me with any questions at rossforberkeley@gmail.com. I look forward to seeing you on the campaign trail!

Endorsements

Ross is honored to be endorsed by elected officials, organizations, and leaders in our community.

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Endorse Ross Bernet

  • Sierra Club Northern Alameda County (#1)

  • North Coast States Carpenters Union

    North Coast States Carpenters Union

  • Iron Workers Union Local 378

  • Plumbers and Sprinkler Fitters Local 342

  • Berkeley Firefighters Association

    (#2)

  • Berkeley Police Association

  • Berkeley Democratic Club

  • Run on Climate

  • 350 Bay Area Action

  • Alameda County Jewish Democratic Club (#2)

  • East Bay YIMBY (#1)

  • East Bay for Everyone

  • Berkeley Neighbors for Housing and Climate Action

  • Fiona Ma

    California State Treasurer

  • Buffy Wicks

    California State Assemblymember, District 14

  • Adena Ishii (#2)

    Mayor, Berkeley

  • Rashi Kesarwani

    City Councilmember, Berkeley D1

  • headshot of Terry Taplin

    Terry Taplin

    City Councilmember, Berkeley D2

  • Mark Humbert

    City Councilmember, Berkeley D8

  • Barnali Ghosh

    BART Board of Directors, District 3

  • Jean Walsh

    Jean Walsh

    AC Transit Director, Ward 2

  • Phong La

    Assessor, Alameda County

  • Gabe Quinto

    Mayor, El Cerrito

  • Rebecca Saltzman

    Mayor Pro Tem, El Cerrito

  • Charlene Wang

    Oakland City Councilmember, D2

  • Robin D. López

    City Councilmember &
    (Former) Mayor, Albany

  • Aaron Tiedemann

    City Councilmember, Albany

  • Rigel Robinson

    Former City Councilmember, Berkeley D7

  • Gordon Wozniak

    Gordon Wozniak

    Former City Councilmember, Berkeley D8

  • Laurie Capitelli

    Former City Councilmember, Berkeley D5

  • Darryl Moore

    Former City Councilmember, Berkeley D2

  • Nick Pilch

    Former Mayor, Albany

  • John Bauters

    John Bauters

    Former Mayor, Emeryville

What Berkeley leaders are saying about Ross

  • Terry Taplin, Councilmember, Berkeley D2

    Terry Taplin, Councilmember, Berkeley D2

    “Having served with Ross in the Sierra Club Executive Committee, I know that his passion for the environment is real. He sees the direct connection between the decisions we make in Berkeley and our impact on the planet. Ross will fight for sustainability, affordability, and safety, but what really sets him apart is his empathy – he’s a guy who truly cares.”

  • Rashi Kesarwani, Councilmember, Berkeley D1

    Rashi Kesarwani, Councilmember, Berkeley D1

    “District 1 deserves a councilmember who listens to residents, examines the data, and delivers workable solutions. Ross is the best choice for our district. I’ve watched him lead with integrity and a commitment to practical results that will make our community a better place.”

  • Mark Humbert, Councilmember, Berkeley D8

    Mark Humbert, Councilmember, Berkeley D8

    “A lot of candidates talk about how they’ll improve Berkeley’s public services and make it more affordable to live here, but Ross is the only candidate with a solid plan to actually make it happen. Beyond his civic policy experience, he brings an inclusive, collaborative, and results-driven style to council that will help us get things done.”

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