Berkeley officials who worried public would show up to their homes settle suit

BERKELEY — The city has settled a lawsuit filed by members of Berkeley’s Commission on Disability more than a year after commissioners alleged people with disabilities did not have adequate accommodations to join remote meetings.

“The city of Berkeley has historically been a leader in disability rights and a model for other cities. While it took legal action, Berkeley has agreed to a just settlement and improved policy for commissioners who need to participate remotely,” Rena Fischer, one of three plaintiffs in the case...