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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

Smoother, safer streets and sidewalks

Supporting our small businesses

Supporting our small businesses

Housing at all income levels

Housing at all income levels

Real homelessness solutions

Real homelessness solutions

Supporting first responders

Supporting first responders

Enhancing parks and public spaces

Enhancing parks and public spaces

“Ross will be a phenomenal partner to co-champion housing, pathways out of 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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Housing organizations

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  • 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

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    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

“Ross has the intellect and pragmatism to guide Berkeley through its budget crisis, expand its tax base, and accelerate economic growth. As the District 1 Councilmember, Ross Bernet will champion affordability and prosperity for every Berkeley house

“Ross has the intellect and pragmatism to guide Berkeley through its budget crisis, expand its tax base, and accelerate economic growth. As the District 1 Councilmember, Ross Bernet will champion affordability and prosperity for every Berkeley household.” --Fiona Ma, California State Treasurer

“Ross has the experience we need on City Council.” --Rashi Kesarwani, City Councilmember, Berkeley District 1

“Ross has the experience we need on City Council.” --Rashi Kesarwani, City Councilmember, Berkeley District 1

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“Ross will be a champion for more homes at all income levels, helping families stay in our community.” --Buffy Wicks, California Assemblymember, Assembly District 14

“Ross will be a champion for more homes at all income levels, helping families stay in our community.” --Buffy Wicks, California Assemblymember, Assembly District 14

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View fullsize Proud to share that former Berkeley, District 2 City Councilmember Daryl Moore has endorsed our campaign! Daryl dedicated 12 years to representing District 2 (2004–2016), bringing a dedicated, collaborative approach to expanding affordable hous
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View fullsize I am honored to receive the endorsement of BART Director Barnali Ghosh! Barnali is a dedicated champion for sustainable transit, safer streets, and equitable mobility across our region. In addition to her work on the BART Board, as a long-time activ
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View fullsize I’m delighted to share that the Iron Workers Union has endorsed our campaign! For over a century, Ironworkers Local 378 has helped to forge the Bay Area’s skylines while supporting high standards of safety for both its members and its pr
View fullsize House parties continue to be such a great way to connect with neighbors. Thanks for spending some time with me going deeper on topics than we get into at the doors. I value everyone’s perspective across the district. We won’t always agr
View fullsize I am very honored to have earned the endorsement of Rebecca Saltzman, the Mayor Pro Tempore of El Cerrito. She has done incredible work as a steadfast advocate for public transit, climate solutions, and affordable housing. Many of our issues are re
View fullsize Massive thank you to the @ncscarpenters for bringing out 29 people yesterday to help get our message out to the community. Together we are going to build a better Berkeley and do it with fair wages. Let’s go! 💪
View fullsize Grateful to have met Phong and earned his endorsement. We had a memorable coffee meeting. I brought my son to the cafe. He was a bit energetic. A woman came up to us, asked if she could help play with him and occupy his attention for a little at th
View fullsize I have so much respect for Mayor Ishii’s inclusive, collaborative, and pragmatic leadership style and I am honored to earn her #2 endorsement. She is a champion for the core priorities of my campaign: housing affordability through abundance,

What elected leaders are saying about Ross

  • Fiona Ma

    “Ross has the intellect and pragmatism to guide Berkeley through its budget crisis, expand its tax base and accelerate economic growth. As the District 1 Councilmember, Ross Bernet will champion affordability and prosperity for every Berkeley household.”

  • Buffy Wicks, Assemblymember, AD14

    “Ross will be a champion for more homes at all income levels, helping families stay in our community.”

  • 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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