The City of Berkeley has established relationships with Sister Cities which benefit the human rights, health, safety, culture and education of the residents of Berkeley, and provide for new opportunities for exchange programs and cultural enrichment for Berkeley students. Current Sister Cities Sister City Year Established Sakai, Japan 1966 Edda, Imo State, Nigeria…
You can get in touch with the Mayor and all members of the City Council by email or mail:
- Email: council@berkeleyca.gov
- Mail: 2180 Milvia Street, Berkeley, CA 94704
This refund program is designed to lessen the burden on very low-income households. The annual threshold is dependent on the Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Very Low Income (VLI) limit. To determine if you have an eligible HUD amount, look at the…
You can file a claim against the City of Berkeley if you believe the City is responsible for causing personal injury or damage of your personal property. You must file the claim within six months of the incident. To file a claim, fill out and sign the Claim Form: …
There are many reasons the Police Department might have a company tow your car, but the most common reasons are:
- Driver is unlicensed or license is suspended.
- The vehicle is not registered or the registration is expired.
- The vehicle has more than 5 outstanding parking tickets where payment is delinquent.
- Certain Vehicle Code violations (blocking roadway…
The City of Berkeley provides free compost to Berkeley residents. Compost is available for pickup year-round at the Berkeley Marina. Compost loads are delivered every Friday, usually by 6:30 a.m. A second load is delivered on Tuesdays when demand is high in the spring/summer (March-August). Note: Community members can pick up compost at any time, subject to availability. Location…
Many household products, such as batteries or paint, are hazardous to human or environmental health and must be disposed of through specific facilities, not in the trash or down the drain.You can dispose of most types of household hazardous waste and universal waste at one of Alameda County’s free drop-off facilities.Common…
Public transportation in Berkeley is primarily provided by AC Transit and BART. Please visit their websites for information about transit routes, schedules, and more. In line with the Transit-First Policy in the…
Berkeley’s commercial district associations support local businesses by enhancing the neighborhood shopping experience. Each association provides different services, but may include marketing, event planning, holiday decorations, policy advocacy, and other activities that improve neighborhood safety, cleanliness, and walkability. If you want to start a new association or have questions about an…
City of Berkeley Senior Centers feature space that can be reserved and rented by private community members, organizations, and City departments and commissions. Each facility has a large dining room, a multi-purpose room, and several medium and small classrooms available for rent. Schedule a rental appointmentTo rent space at a Berkeley Senior Center, please schedule a rental appointment.…