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Boynton Florida
Neighborhood

Welcome! We’re glad you’re here.

 

The Boynton-Florida Neighborhood (BFN) is a community of 70+ households. The BFN group focuses on helping neighbors on our two streets meet each other, strengthen our community ties, and improve our emergency preparedness.

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Register for two new classes to prepare for fire weather and for disaster readiness

The City of Berkeley is offering two classes:

  • Create a plan to guide your household's decision when fire risk is high (Feb 27, March 1, March 22)

  • Learn critical steps to do in a disaster and what supplies to gather to be ready for emergencies (March 12, April 3, April 26)

Both classes are offered on multiple dates, both in-person and online. See this link for more information and to register.​

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Earthquake Brace + Bolt Retrofit program application deadline extended

The Earthquake Brace + Bolt (EBB) program application program has been  extended to March 26, 2025. A $3,000 rebate is open to all homeowners. Qualifying low-incme homeowners can apply for a grant that covers the entire cost of the seismic upgrade. For more information see the EBB website. 

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Insurance Crisis Webinar

Did you miss the live Insurance Crisis Webinar on Thursday, May 23? The recording is now available on YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=76TV56X3dLk

Berkeley Vice Mayor Susan Wengraf assembled a panel of experts to speak on the current state of insurance. 

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Chipper Day Events have returned

Chipper Days are an opportunity for you to get free chipping service provided by the City of Berkeley for shrubbery and tree pruning debris. Clearing this kind of flammable debris reduces fire hazards and protects your home and neighborhood from wildfires.  See the Fire page for more information.

 

First Aid Classes

First Aid Classes continue to be offered through West Contra Costa Adult Education. A 3 hour class is scheduled  monthly through July 2025. See the Trainings page or WCCAE's website for more information.

Upcoming Events

Spring Block Party -- Sunday May 4, 2025 3-6 PM at 427 Boynton Ave

Our hosts are Jen and Michael Oddo. Come and get to know your neighbors. We will have a safety discussion, share food and drink, and celebrate spring!  We look forward to seeing you!

BFN Steering Committee Meeting -- last Monday of each month 

All BFN residents are welcome to attend.

Contact Robin Beauchamp for details <beauchamp49@me.com>.

Zone 0 Law coming in 2026

A new state law (AB 3074) requiring the removal of combustible material within 0-5 feet of existing structures is being finalized. Enforcement for existing structures is expected in 2026. For more information, see Berkeleyside, Cal Fire and UC


Click here for a one-page self-assessment checklist that you can use to make your home more fire resistant. A Berkeley Fire Department checklist is here.

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