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Reduce, reuse, recycle: As students move out, keep Berkeley clean

To keep our streets safe, use City services to properly dispose of unwanted items. Dumping is illegal and can result in fines up to $500/day. 

Public Works employees showcase a vactor truck at the 2025 Public Works Celebration Event

May 16 event to showcase City equipment and services

Climb into or inspect City’s biggest trucks and work vehicles, meet our staff, and learn about City infrastructure at interactive event.

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For June 2 election, vote by mail, drop box, or at vote centers

Register to vote by May 18 to receive a ballot in the mail. Vote by dropping your postage-paid return envelope at any mailbox, ballot drop box, or vote center.

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Proposed budget looks to stabilize City finances

City Manager’s proposed budget plan looks to align spending with revenue over the long term to achieve fiscal stability. 

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Featured Events

CERT classes for emergency and disaster prepardness for Unit 1 classes
09May

Community Emergency Response Team (CERT): Disaster Preparedness

9:00AM - 12:00PM

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09May

Mother's Day: Hats and High Tea

2:00PM - 5:00PM

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16May

Citywide Public Works Week Celebration

9:00AM - 1:00PM

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Upcoming meetings

Senior Services

Visit our senior centers for classes, meals, and community

Resident Parking Permits

Apply for a Residential Preferential Parking permit

Picnic Areas & Facility Rentals

Rent a picnic area, park, community center, or other City facility