Accountable growth means Southside can welcome more housing while protecting existing residents, preserving affordable homes, and making sure infrastructure keeps pace. It means development should come with real community input, better sidewalks, lighting, cleaning, transit access, trees, public safety capacity, and public spaces where people can gather, rest, organize, and participate without needing to spend money.

From small moments to community spaces, this week was a reminder that Berkeley is lived in every day.

From sidewalks to lighting, the basics shape how people experience Southside every day.

Aidan Hill discusses the importance of public space, People’s Park, and community life in Southside Berkeley as the neighborhood faces rapid change.